Pedestrian struck by vehicle north of Nevada

On February 2nd around 2:35 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Vernon County along with the Vernon County Sheriff's Office responded to a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle in the southbound lanes of I-49 around 5 miles north of Nevada.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2020 Freightliner was stationary in the median after a previous crash, 37 year old Lyes Safir of Lenexa, Kansas was outside of the vehicle when a 2010 Ford F-150 driven by a 16 year old juvenile from Richards, Missouri lost control of his vehicle and slid into the median striking Mr. Safir and dragging him through the median.

Mr Safir sustained serious injuries and he was transported by the Vernon County Ambulance District to Research Medical Center in Kansas City for treatment.

View crash report:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=220055538

Countywide Disposal will be running ALL Thursday routes as usual

If your trash is not picked up it is most likely do to hazardous rural road conditions for our heavy trucks and we will pick it up as soon as we determine the roads are safe and passable.

Thanks and we appreciate your understanding. Our team will continue working hard to service our clients waste needs in these challenging conditions.

Obituary - Shirley Joe Brooks-King

Shirley Joe Brooks-King, age 82, Hume, Missouri passed Saturday January 29, 2022. She was born on April 23, 1939 in Foster, Missouri the daughter of Joseph and Lilly Mae Woodfin Arbogast.

She was united in marriage to James "Bud" Brooks on April 10, 1954. He preceded her in death on July 25, 1989. Later she married Bob King on December 3, 2005, he had three children Diana Morrison (David), Kathy Wood (Kevin) and Doug King (Tammy).

He preceded her in death February 12, 2020. In addition to raising her family, Shirley worked at several different jobs. Her latest was working as a law enforcement dispatcher. She was a member of the Hume United Methodist Church. She enjoyed sewing, reading, flowers and was a great cook.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, a son, John Brooks, a brother, Rowland Arbogast, two sisters, Avis Clause, and Sallie May Purcell, and one great-grandchild, Patrick Hemphill. Shirley is survived by four sons, Jim Brooks(Kathrina), David Brooks(Lisa), Mitchell Brooks(Laura) and Matthew Brooks(Kristy), two daughters, Carreen Rogers(Ralph), and Kathy Fairbanks(Gary), a brother, Norval Arbogast, thirty grandchildren, sixty-five great grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Private family service will be 1 pm Sunday, February 6, 2022 at the Hume United Methodist Church. The service will be live streamed at www.schneiderfunerals.com. Burial in the Lawrence Cemetery. Visitation 4 to 6 pm Saturday at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel. Contributions are suggested to the Ronald McDonald House or Hume School Education Fund. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com

Miami County Kansas Sheriff's Office Wanted Wednesday

 

Obituary - John Lewis Mell, Jr.

John Lewis Mell, Jr, age 75, of Bronaugh, MO, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022, at Via Christi Hospital, Pittsburg, KS.

John was born February 11, 1946, in Nevada, MO, to John Lewis Mell, Sr. and Jessie Alice (Potter) Mell. He grew up in Nevada and graduated from Nevada High School in 1964 and worked for 30 years as a custodian for the Nevada R-5 School District before retiring in 2006. John enjoyed working on cars, trucks, small engines, or anything that was broke.

John is survived by one brother, Lafayette Mell, Bronaugh, MO as well as numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Sr. and Jessie Mell.

A graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 5, 2022, at McKill Cemetery, Bronaugh, MO.

Memorials may be made to McKill Cemetery or Bronaugh High School Scholarship Fund with the funeral home serving as custodian.

Closing and Cancellations for 2/3/22

The following will be closed on Thursday 2/3/22 due to cold and inclement snow:

Amsterdam Cafe

Appleton City School District 
Adrian School District (AMI Day)
Adrian Family Care Clinic

Archie School District 

Ballard School District 

Bates County Courthouse 
Bates County Administration Building

Bates County Circuit Court

Bates County Health Center 

Belton School District (AMI Day) 
Bronaugh School District

Butler License Office 

Butler School District 
Butler Senior Center
Butler Family Care Clinic

Butler Public Library 

Cass County Health Department

Clinton School District 
Cottey College Campus
Crowder College Campus

Citizens Bank of Amsterdam

Custom Creations by Harvest Hill 

Drexel School District (AMI Day) 
Harrisonville School District (AMI Day)
Hudson School District
Hume School District

Koehn Bakery 
Miami School District (AMI Day)

Lakeland School District 
Osceola School District

Pantry Thrift Store 

Pleasant Hill School District 

Pleasanton USD 344

Prairie View USD 362

Jayhawk-Linn USD 346

MoKAN Livestock (No Sale)

Nevada School District
Northeast Vernon County School District

Ray-Pec School District 
Rich Hill School District

Rich Hill Cafe 

Sherwood School District 

St. Mary's (Montrose) 

Studio Perks 

Studio M Salon & Boutique 
Sheldon School District

The Lily Pad 

Please bookmark this page as we will be adding to this list as more closings are made available.

Obituary - Craig Allan Keith

Craig Allan Keith, age 52, passed away January 26,2022 in Dover, Delaware. Craig was born November 16, 1969 in Mena, Arkansas and lived his life on the farm outside Lowry City, Missouri. At a young age he was baptized and became a member of the

Valley Center United Church of Christ. Upon graduating from Lakeland High School in 1988 he joined the U.S. Air Force serving seven years After leaving the Air Force, he lived and worked in the Milford, Delaware area until his passing.

Craig came home faithfully every year, except those years he was in the service, during November to be a part of our annual family deer camp. During his time here, he was able to celebrate his birthday, deer season and Thanksgiving altogether with his family and friends. Since we only saw him once a year, we spoiled him immensely. Our whole world revolved around what Craig wanted to have for dinner (anything that did not have onions or green peppers in it); what kind of dessert he wanted (usually something pumpkin with whipped cream) and how many pancakes he wanted for his birthday breakfast. Our family deer camps and Thanksgivings in the future will never be the same without Craig being with us.

Craig was proceeded in death by his grandpa Ralph Elliott and grandparents Clyde and Maxine Keith. He is survived by his dad and mom, Gale and Peggy Kalberloh; his grandma Fern Elliott; a sister, Shawna Kalberloh and family; a brother, Dusty Kalberloh

and family; a special aunt and uncle Marsha “Aunt Minnie” and Reber Herdliska; other aunts and uncles, Donna Hughes, Sharon McLerran, Fred Kalberloh, Nancy Holt, and Jim Kalberloh; as well as other extended family and many, many close friends. Craig, also, leaves his Delaware “family” and his very close friends, Diane Walters and Ron Daisy.

Even though Craig’s passing leaves a huge hole in our hearts, and we will miss him dearly, we know he can breathe free now.

Visitation
Saturday February 5, 2022
9:00 - 10:00 AM
Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel
Osceola, Missouri

Service
Saturday February 5, 2022
10:00 AM
Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel
Osceola, Missouri

Interment
Landaker Cemetery
Lowry City, Missouri

 

Congratulations Jace Reynolds

Harrisonville Senior Jace Reynolds--

I am blessed to announce I will be furthering my academic and athletic career next year at Truman State University.

I would like to say thank you to my family, coaches, and teammates who have made this possible.

Thank you Jeremiah Reynolds, Kelly Reynolds, Karley Reynolds, Wyatt Reynolds, Nate Reynolds, Kyleigh Brown, James Leek.