Route 54/MNA Railroad Bridge in Nevada OPEN to Traffic

Route 54/MNA Railroad Bridge in Nevada OPEN to Traffic

Where: U.S. Route 54 bridge over Missouri & Northern Arkansas Railroad in Nevada

When: 8:45 a.m., Thursday, April 7

What: Route 54 bridge OPEN to traffic

Details: This bridge was closed in September 2021 while contractor crews removed the bridge deck/driving surface and replaced it with a new surface. The contractor also installed new barrier walls, sidewalks, lighting, fences and guardrails at the ends of the bridge.

This bridge was included in Gov. Mike Parson’s $351 million Focus on Bridges program, which will repair or replace 250 bridges across the state.

Project information:
Prime contractor: Radmacher Brothers Excavation, Pleasant Hill
Total project cost: $4 million

Obituary - Stephen Scott Collier

Celebration of life services for Scott Collier of Adrian, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Adrian United Methodist Church in Adrian, Missouri under the direction of Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. 

Visitation prior to services 9 - 11 a.m. at the Adrian United Methodist Church. Inurnment at a later date in Salem Cemetery, Foster, Missouri. Contributions in lieu of flowers to Scott Collier Livestock Memorial to help promote animal showmanship in Bates County. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Stephen Scott Collier, age 50 of Adrian, Missouri died Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at his home. He was born November 15, 1971 to Stephen Cole and Sharron Kaye Shrum Collier in Nevada, Missouri.

Scott, the youngest of three children, spent the majority of his life as a resident of Foster, Mo. He was a 1990 graduate of Rich Hill. On March 18, 1995 Scott married Kirsten Leigh Gutshall. Over 27 years of marriage, they had two children, Stephen Bailey and Kameran Leigh. Together they spent countless weekends sharing one of Scott’s greatest passions, showing livestock.

From an early age Scott was heavily involved with livestock, especially Shorthorn cattle. In addition to winning awards throughout the country, he also earned his State FFA and American Farmer degrees. From high school he went on to join the Livestock Judging team at Fort Scott Community College, the same team Kameran now competes with. Later in life his passion went from showing animals to working with his kids’ animals teaching them the tricks of the trade. Their annual vacations typically turned into “Showcations” as they’d travel throughout the Midwest to show Shorthorns. From there they found an extended family through the livestock showing community.

Professionally, Scott was a heavy equipment operator for Great Plains Drilling for 22 years and a member of the Operators Union Local 101. He could proudly show you which buildings and parking garages in Kansas City he had drilled piers for along with sharing a few stories to go with each.

Scott’s journey changed in January 2016 when he suffered a massive stroke. Over the following years, he persevered attending physical therapy, while also winning over the therapists with his wit and charm.

He took on an additional role in the last year as “Papa Scooter” for his granddaughter Avery Jane. When family members would comment how much they looked alike he’d just smile and say “It’s a curse.”

Scott was the guy you could always count on. Whether it was a broken waterline or help with a stranded vehicle, he’d show up with a smile on his face. In addition to cows, he was a lover of all animals, especially his sidekick Rolly.

Scott is survived by his wife, Kirsten of the home, son Bailey (Josie) of Archie, daughter Kameran of the home, parents Steve and Kaye of Hume, sisters Pam Hammett (John) of Foster and Sheryl Austin (Dave) of Hume, granddaughter Avery Jane Collier, mother-in-law Bonnie Gutshall of Adrian, sisters-in-law Kim Young and Kelly Reichert both of Adrian, brother-in-law Kent Gutshall (Charlotte) of Adrian, a host of nieces and nephews and his extended livestock showing and shorthorn families. He’s preceded in death by his grandparents Stephen “Dow” and Aileen Collier, Ralph and Melba Shrum and father-in-law Clyde “Dub” Gutshall.

Not a great weather day

 Not a great weather day. Can't say much else about it.

* Gusty northwest winds around 30 to 40 mph.

* Temperatures in the 40s and lower 50s.

* Wind chills around 40 degrees.

You're Invited!!

You're invited to the Double Branch Church Ladies Aide Salad Supper on April 28, 2022, at 6:30 pm. This year our speaker will be Beverly Burch. 

Bring a salad and join us for an evening of inspiration and fellowship. 

Please respond by April 15th to Theresa Deems at 660-227-3293.

Need a job in Harrisonville

Still Looking for more Tire and Lube Techs at Clint's Tire and Lube In Harrisonville . 

MVI license is a big plus but not needing to start ,Also adding another Mechanic ,plenty of work lined out just need the workers to do the work ! 

Come by 1406 S. Commercial Street Harrisonville Mo. or call 816-380-2845 .

Butler Medicalodge Annual Easter Egg Hunt set for April 16th

 

Storm siren testing this evening

Per Adrian Fire chief Gary Dizney, there will be testing of storm sirens at 6 PM this evening. 

BCMH April Employee of the Month

Congratulations to Joe Hermann, Laundry Foreman, on being selected as the Bates County Memorial Hospital April Employee of the Month. Joe began his career here at BCMH nearly 45 years ago.

Joe makes sure that all departments have clean linens and takes his responsibility in the patient care circle very seriously. Joe is dedicated to making sure all departments have all needed linens on a daily basis.

During the pandemic, Joe did excellent work making certain that BCMH employees and patients were safe from cross contamination. He worked overtime and on weekends to keep up with increased demand.

Joe is responsible for making sure that all of the hazardous waste is stored and disposed of safely and properly. He treats everyone with respect and has an upbeat and positive attitude. He truly cares about his job and other employees that he encounters.

#employeeofthemonth