Vandalism in St. Clair County

On February 28, 2022, St. Clair County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a call for service in regards to a vandalism that occurred at Fox Run boat ramp. 

Upon making contact with the victim, she stated that while she was on the lake fishing, her Chevy Tahoe was vandalized.

She reported that her windows had been smashed in, the roof rack was partially ripped off, and several items from inside the vehicle were stolen.

The damage to the Tahoe was estimated to be $18,000.00 and the stolen fishing poles were valued at $300.00. Deputies took a report and searched for evidence. The investigation is still ongoing.

St. Clair County Sheriff Hilty urges those with any related information to contact the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office Tip Line, 417-646-5832, or email to tips@scsomo.org.

Sad news in the local racing world!

48 years of racing. 428 feature wins. 12 Track Championships. We are saddened to hear of the passing of "The Rebelrouser" Tiny Joles. 

Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers. He was one of the nicest guys I've personally ever met. God speed #13!

Macie Morris receives Missouri FFA State Degree

The Ballard School District would like to congratulate Ballard FFA member and officer Macie Morris for being 2022 recipients of the Missouri FFA State Degree.

The State FFA Degree is the highest degree members can receive at the state level. Awarding of the degree is based on a member's supervised agricultural experience program in agribusiness, production agriculture, and leadership ability as demonstrated through involvement in FFA, school and community activities. It is truly an honor to receive this award, and is a testament to these student’s dedication to their Agriculture Education program.

Macie will receive her State FFA Degree during the State Degree ceremony at the Missouri State FFA Convention in April.

Alright, Grandview drivers. It's about to get interesting!

ROAD CLOSURES ALERT: In one week, two road closures will begin: 

1) Main Street on ramp to southbound I-49 so crews can construct a new on ramp

2) East Outer Road from White Ave. to 140th Street will be closed to through traffic. Residents who live along the road will still have access.

Closures could be up through mid-July. Detours will posted. Thanks for your patience and cooperation!

From the City of Grandview 

For Immediate Release: Sen. Rick Brattin Files Legislation Combatting Illegal Immigration

JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, filed legislation this week to fight illegal immigration and protect Missourians from the ongoing crisis at the southern border.

Senator Brattin’s bill, Senate Bill 1227, would strengthen Missouri’s sanctuary city law with daily fines of $25,500 for any city or county illegally harboring criminals.

“These ‘sanctuary’ cities and counties are intentionally breaking the law and putting our communities in danger,” said Sen. Brattin. “We cannot and will not tolerate it any longer. My bill would give our sanctuary law teeth and put an end to a policy that supports criminals over law-abiding Missourians.”

Senator Brattin’s bill would also expand the E-Verify program public employers are required to use to verify employees can legally work to include all employers in Missouri. The bill expands the current offense of transportation of an illegal alien to include concealment and inducement as well.

“It’s clear the president and his administration are not going to do their job and secure our border,” said Sen. Brattin. “We need to step up in Missouri and do our part. That means protecting Missouri businesses and the jobs of hardworking Missourians, and ensuring our law enforcement and prosecutors have the tools they need to go after illegal aliens and human traffickers. My bill would give Missouri some of the strongest immigration laws in the country.”

Senator Brattin’s bill comes at a time when illegal border crossings have skyrocketed in the last year and as construction of a wall along the southern border was halted by the current president and his administration.

Senator Brattin represents the 31st Senatorial District, covering Barton, Bates, Cass, Henry and Vernon counties. Senator Brattin resides in Harrisonville with his wife, Athena, and their five children.

For more information about Sen. Brattin, visit senate.mo.gov/brattin/.

NRMC: Way to go Matt Law

Todd Fine, Director of Diagnostic Imaging at Nevada Regional Medical Center, recently announced that Matt Law has passed his Ultrasound Abdomen Registry and is now a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.

A sonographer is responsible for using ultrasound equipment to help visualize anatomical features. Their duties include calibrating and manipulating ultrasound equipment to examine patients for potential internal abnormalities.

Matt's wife, Emily, is also a sonographer and works at a hospital in Carthage. In his spare time, Matt enjoys hanging out with friends and competing in dart tournaments. 

NRMC is proud to have such a skilled team of radiologists and technologists to meet your diagnostic imaging needs.

Appleton City Bulldogs Baseball/Softball Camp

 

Obituary - General Leroy Goodwin

General Leroy Goodwin, age 78, was called home on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at his home in Clinton, Missouri. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at Vansant-Mills Chapel in Clinton with visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial to follow in Antioch Cemetery in Clinton, Missouri. 

Memorial contributions can be made to Mt. Moriah Church and can be left in care of the funeral home. Fond memories and condolences can be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

General Leroy Goodwin was born on November 3rd, 1943 to John and Nona Shockley Goodwin.

Leroy is survived by his wife, Louise Goodwin. His beloved daughters, Dedrian and Jonnetta Goodwin. His son, John (Angie) Goodwin, stepsons Mark High, Sr. (Renne), Scott Oliver (Sharice) and his special son Michael Goodwin. He is also survived by his baby brother, Eldridge “Dick” Goodwin, and special Aunt Jewell Shockley of Holden, Missouri. His very special grandchildren: Rheaya, Kristofer, Keonna, Breonna, John, Josh, and Jace Goodwin. His step-grandchildren, Andre, Aaron and Mark High, Jr. and Donovan, and Gavin Oliver. His great-grandchildren, Kartyr and Kyson Goodwin. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Wallace “Billy” (Vickie) Goodwin, his sisters, Hattie M. Shockley, Shirley A. Wilson, and Thelma H. Goodwin “Bert”.

Leroy was employed with Kansas City Power and Light (KCPL) for 53 years and had recently retired in 2019. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, and was a devoted fisherman for his Savior, Jesus Christ. He was passionate about his faith and was a Co-Pastor at Mount Mariah Church in Calhoun, Missouri. LeRoy taught weekly Bible studies at the nursing homes, and he ministered to the sick and shut in. 

He was the founder of Clinton Missouri’s Prayer on the Square and his outreach included the kids at Pathways and anyone else who was willing to listen to the Word. His prayers did not discriminate, he would pray for anyone, anytime, anyplace. He was a true Warrior for Christ and his family meant everything to him. 

He had a contagious spirit and a smile that would brighten anyone’s day. Leroy touched so many lives, in so many ways, and he was a humble servant of the Lord. He was blessed with a beautiful voice, a quick wit, he was charming, a great listener, and had an all-around humble soul. 

The principles he lived by were: LOVE, FAITH, FAMILY, and FORGIVENESS. He also believed in building bridges and maintaining close personal relationships with his friends, co-workers, neighbors, and his brothers and sisters in Christ. He will be greatly missed by all who he knew, loved, or were impacted by his generosity and kind spirit. God Bless you all.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.