Stolen bus recovered in Henry County

A stolen school bus from Clinton Christian Academy on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at approximately 6:00 p.m. Security camera footage shows that it went towards Clinton.

The bus is a 2001 International 3000 series with registration of 6C43A3. "Clinton Christian Academy" is printed on the sides of the bus. Please call 660-885-5587 if you have any information about the stolen bus.

(The picture is only an example of what the bus generally looks like)

* Update

This bus has been recovered 

Updated Obituary - Darrell Donavan Stevener

Darrell Donavan Stevener was born to Raymond and Myra (Gibson) Stevener on June 23, 1954 in Nevada, MO. Darrell departed this life on the morning of December 2, 2021.

Darrell was married to Debbie (West) in 1992. Together they have four children: Talana, Josh, Mark, and Traci.

Darrell attended the Rich Hill schools and graduated in 1972. While in high school he was the captain of the football team and a record-earning member of the track team. Darrell entered the family farm out of high school and would eventually take it over with his brother, Phil. Being from a long line of farmers, it was in his blood.

Darrell had a passion and talent for the craft. He and Phil worked to grow the family enterprise for nearly 50 years so it’s legacy can continue for generations more.

Darrell was known for his genuinely kind, easy-going, and often goofy demeanor. He was always willing and ready to help others. Darrell was generally the “quiet” life of the party, pulling pranks and telling jokes. If you stayed around long enough, you might even get a new nickname (but not necessarily one you could use in public).

He had a love for Disney, cars, traveling, and a good restaurant. When you lost him on a family trip you could usually find him at the nearest eating establishment getting a snack. As much as he liked to travel, he always wanted to be home in Rich Hill for the Fourth of July celebration.

At home or afar, what mattered most was that he was spending time with his family creating memories which will be forever cherished. Darrell was a friend to many and would do anything for those he loved.

Darrell is preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter, aunts, and uncles. He is survived by his wife, Debbie, of the home; children Talana Sullins, Josh (Tracy) Sullins, Mark (Morgan) Stevener, and Traci Stevener; grandchildren Maddy, Morgan, Megan, Emma, Brynn, and Elle; brother Phil Stevener; brothers-in-law Roger West and Rick West; sister-in-law Tammi (Robert) Irwin; cousins Dixie Black, Mike (Cindy Wheatley) Black, Chuck (Marti) Gibson, Lester (Sara) Gibson, and Paul (Pam) Stevener, Jr.; life-long friend Jerry (Tammy) Williams; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, December 7th at the Rich Hill First Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 5-7 pm, Monday, December 6th at the Heuser Funeral Home, Rich Hill, Missouri. Burial will be in the Green Lawn Cemetery.

Obituary - Linda G. Bushno

Linda G. Bushno, 83, Harrisonville, Missouri departed this life on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at her home.

She is survived by her 4 children, Debbie Lawson and husband Gary, Humansville, Missouri, Bill Wiseman and wife Dawn, Lowry City, Missouri, Bob Wiseman, Harrisonville, Missouri, Michelle Durham, Peculiar, Missouri; 16 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; a son-in-law, Ken Eliuk, Folton, Missouri; a former daughter-in-law, Janet Wiseman, Harrisonville, Missouri; nieces; nephews; other relatives and many friends.

Cremation. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at a later date at the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

The week ahead weather wise

It'll be a cold and blustery Monday across the area with highs only in the mid to upper 30s and wind chill values in the teens and 20s. 

While most folks will stay dry on Tuesday, there may be a few flurries, especially north and east of the Kansas City Metro. 

Temperatures will then warm through the end of the week with unseasonably warm temperatures expected Thursday and Friday.

Obituary - Justin M. Wages

Justin M. Wages, age 37, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021.

A visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at the Peculiar United Methodist Church, 20521 S. School Rd., Peculiar, Missouri 66078. A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. following visitation.

Justin was born in Kansas City, Missouri on December 7, 1983 to Kenneth and Nora Wages. Justin graduated high school and began his career in the concrete construction industry of which he has worked for over 20 years. In 2018, he and his brothers started their own concrete construction business, Baileys Concrete Construction. He married Hollie in December of 2006 and experienced the birth of his children, Aidan in 2009 and Avery in 2013. In life he enjoyed spending time with family and friends but the true light of his life and what brought him the most joy and happiness were his kids.

Justin was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, James and Dorothy Wages; his maternal grandparents, John and Mary Murphy; and niece, Bailey Wages.

He leaves behind his wife, Hollie; son, Aidan; daughter, Avery; his parents, Kenneth Wages (Peggy Driver) and Nora Wages (Jim Wiggins); two brothers, Jason Wages and Joshua Martiny (John); nephew Brennen Wages; also several cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to the family at the following link:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/vyaj8-justins-family?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Sunday night wind gusts

Here is a look at our expected wind gusts tonight across the area.

Two vehicle accident in Vernon County

On December 5th around 12:00 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Vernon County along with Vernon County Sheriff's Office responded to a two vehicle accident in the southbound lanes of I-49 around 1 mile north of Nevada.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2013 Hyundai Elantra driven by a 17 year old female juvenile from Kansas City, Kansas was stopped in the passing lane and was struck in the rear by the 2018 Ford Escape driven by 67 year old Stephen A. Long of Pleasant Hill, Missouri.

The 17 year old female juvenile sustained moderate injuries in this accident and she was transported by ambulance to Nevada Regional Medical Center for treatment.

Both vehicles were totaled and towed from the scene of this accident by TCB Tow of Nevada.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=210634829

Drexel's Hometown Christmas

Get your Christmas list ready Santa is coming to town this Saturday December 11, 2021. Please join us for Drexel's Hometown Christmas from 4 - 6:30.

Christmas Tree lighting, visit with Santa, horse drawn sleigh/wagon rides, listen to Christmas Carols, enjoy visiting with your neighbors and sign up for the merchant drawing. Merry Christmas!