Cool catch and release!

COOL CATCH AND RELEASE: 

A Paddlefish snagger Troy Staggs got a surprise when he inadvertently landed his second lake sturgeon from Lake of the Ozarks. It was 56 inches long, weighed 50–55 pounds, and is around 30 years old.

This was the sixth lake sturgeon reported from LOZ since 2016. Instead of snagging the fish, his fishing tackle wrapped around its tail! It took him 47 minutes to bring the fish to the boat, where he took a quick measurement, snapped a few pictures, and released the fish back into the lake. 

Lake sturgeon can live to over 100 years old and reach over 200 pounds. They are Missouri’s longest-lived animal and our second largest fish. They become adults at around 25 years and move into tributary streams to spawn.

This makes them more visible as the fish frequently spawn in shallow water. MDC began stocking lake sturgeon in the 1980s and continues to stock them to help recover this state-endangered species. Lake sturgeon are protected in Missouri and should be released immediately after capture. 

Anglers are encouraged to report any lake sturgeon captures or sightings to local conservation agents or by calling the lake sturgeon recovery leader at 573-248-2530.

Courtesy of the Missouri Department of Conservation

Obituary - Nancy A. Allen

Nancy A. Allen, age 62, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Clinton Healthcare and Rehab Center in Clinton, Missouri. Nancy's wishes were to be cremated. A private family service will be held at a later date.

On April 19, 2022 Nancy Allen was taken home to be with loved ones that passed before her. She was born on January 10, 1960 in Clinton, Missouri to Alva Allen, Jr. and Mary Crosswhite and lived most of her life in Henry County. She owned her own successful small business which she took over after her father passed and was an advocate for animals of all kinds.

She was preceded in death by her father, Alva, Jr.

Nancy leaves behind her mother, Mary Crosswhite, a sister, Sandra DeLapp of Lee’s Summit, MO and a brother, Alva Allen, III of Clinton, Missouri. Nancy had 2 niece and 3 nephews and numerous grand nieces and nephews all of whom loved and treasured her generous nature and great wit tremendously. Nancy had a very large extended family as well and enjoyed the many hours spent with uncles, aunts and cousins at family gatherings. Although a very private person, she also leaves behind many lifelong close friends and neighbors in Missouri and across the country.

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

Fatality accident in Miami County Kansas

 

Death Investigation in Amsterdam

Yesterday, April 20, 2022 at approximately 1:44pm I was called to NW Benton Street in Amsterdam. 

A 57 year old male was found deceased in his residence. The cause of death is under investigation at this time but no foul play is suspected.

Condolences to family and friends in the Amsterdam community.

Greg Mullinax
Bates County Coroner

Obituary - Harold Eugene Page

Harold Eugene Page, age 56, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away early Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at the Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, Kansas. He was born July 15, 1965, in Ft. Scott, the son of James Russell Page and Edna Mae Taylor Page. Harold primarily worked doing highway construction.

One could say he was a “jack of all trades.” He could fix almost anything and used this ability to help anyone in need. He enjoyed fishing, especially with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his three children, Brent Kober (Laura) of Olathe, Kansas, Shane Kober, Uniontown, Kansas and Taylor Hall (Greg) of Mound City, Kansas and twelve grandchildren, Greyson, Jade, Shaiden, Kamden, Faith, Jackson, Joseph, Landon, Halle, Brynlee, Lathan, and Presliegh.

Also surviving is his mother, Edna Sowder; three brothers, Russell, Jerry and Jimmie Page and three sisters, Margaret Metcalf, Linda Armstrong and Susan Dauben, all of Ft. Scott. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lacey Page, two sisters, Cindy Doherty and Connie Page, his father, James Russell Page and his step-father, Jerry Sowder.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, April 23rd at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Following services, there will be cremation. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 9:00 A.M. until service time at the chapel.

Memorials are suggested to the Harold Page Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Stolen Vehicle in Appleton City

On April 14, 2022 St. Clair County Deputies responded to a call for service in Appleton City in regards to a vehicle being stolen. 

Upon making contact with the victim, he advised the sometime during the night his vehicle was stolen from his property. 

The deputies searched the property for evidence, reported the truck as stolen, and took a report of the situation. 

Later that day, Deputies received a call from Henry County Deputies stating that the stolen vehicle had been located in their county.

Obituary - Michael Lynn Sutton

Michael Lynn Sutton of Harrisonville, Missouri was born March 2, 1968 in Coffeyville, Kansas the son of Paul Arthur and Ruth Ellen (Triebel) Wynn. He departed this life on Sunday, April 17, 2022 at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri at the age of 54 years, 1 month and 15 days.

Michael was employed in commercial construction. He was an avid fan of the Raiders and NASCAR. Michael loved his family, was very proud of them and was always bragging on them. He was known to be the center of the party and had a great sense of humor.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

Michael is survived by 4 children, Joshua Sutton, Overland Park, Kansas, Jeremy Sutton and wife Brittany, Spring Hill, Kansas, Jodi Sutton, Welda, Kansas, Jami Sutton, Kansas City, Missouri; 2 grandchildren, Braylon and Bryson; his father, Paul A. Wynn of the home; a brother, Sam Sutton, Pittsburg, Kansas, Emma Diana Bales and Shawna Haferkampe both of St. Louis, Missouri; other relatives and many friends.

Cremation. A Celebration of Life Graveside Service for him and his mother, Ruth Wynn will be held 11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 18, 2022 at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, 22500 E 299th St, Harrisonville, MO 64701.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

Department awards $1.4 million to Cass County’s Public Water Supply District No. 10

District will use the funds for drinking water system improvements

JEFFERSON CITY, MO, APRIL 20, 2022 - The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded nearly $1.4 million in financial assistance to Cass County’s Public Water Supply District No. 10 for upgrades to the district’s water storage system. The project is expected to cost nearly $2.1 million and is anticipated to be completed by September 2023.

The project includes a new elevated storage tank that will connect to the distribution system through a new 12-inch main. A new electronic control system will be added, and new security fencing will be constructed around the site. With these improvements, the district can offer its citizens safe drinking water for years to come with a modern and well-functioning system.

Project funding consists of a $1.37 million Drinking Water State Revolving Fund loan and $700,762 of local funds. The funding provided by the department is estimated to save the district’s ratepayers approximately $294,000 in interest over the loan’s 20-year term.

“One thing every community has in common is the need for systems that provide clean, abundant water,” said Governor Mike Parson. “We make it a priority to help Missouri communities plan and fund water treatment system improvements that will continue providing the water they need to grow and thrive.”

“One of our priorities is helping Missouri communities maintain and improve their water and wastewater treatment systems,” said Dru Buntin, director of the Department of Natural Resources. “One way we do that is by offering a variety of financial assistance programs through which communities can improve key infrastructure and experience real economic benefits.”

The department’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund finances improvements to qualified water treatment plants, distribution systems, water storage and supply facilities, along with interconnection or consolidation projects. Communities that borrow from the fund benefit from the below-market interest rate and from assistance provided throughout their project from a project manager.

The department is committed to assisting Missouri communities with water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects. Through its Financial Assistance Center, the department provides funding opportunities for qualified communities with water quality, wastewater and drinking water infrastructure needs. This project will be funded wholly or in part with monies received from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

For more information on wastewater and drinking water funding opportunities, visit dnr.mo.gov/water/business-industry-other-entities/financial-opportunities/financial-assistance-center.