Friday, February 3, 2023
Miami R-1 School District Courtwarming Royalty Crowned
We would like to congratulations the Miami R-1 School District 2022-2023 Courtwarming King Nick Dusenberry and Queen Katie Downs!
Fort Scott Kansas man arrested on arson charges
Due to the suspicious circumstances of the fire, the Kansas State Fire Marshal’s office was requested to assist with the investigation. This investigation revealed that the fire was started intentionally.
At around 7:30 pm, the FSPD Special Response Team (SRT), executed an arrest warrant on a 20 year old male, identified as Corbin Sheldon, at his residence.
Mr. Sheldon was taken into custody without incident. A search warrant was also executed at Mr. Sheldon’s residence. Mr. Sheldon was subsequently booked into the Bourbon County Jail on the charge(s) of:
4 counts, Aggravated Arson, which is a Level 3 person felony
Mr. Sheldon is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Our investigators are continuing to investigate this matter. If you have any information regarding this case, please contact FSPD at, 620-223-1700
Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Obituary - Loyd Allen Brownback
He graduated from Mound City High School in the Class of 1964. He then attended and graduated from Fort Scott Community College. Loyd was united in marriage to Linda Sue Roberds on January 22, 1967.
She preceded him in death on July 12, 2003. He later married Mary McLaughlin Dare on August 7, 2006. Loyd worked for and retired from General Motors. He then farmed and bought and sold cars. In earlier days he enjoyed riding motorcycles. He enjoyed classic cars. He was involved in many car shows and parades . He was faithful in attending his children's school activities and carried that to this grandchildren. He attended ball games and rodeos to numerous to count.
He was a member of the Mound City United Methodist Church. Loyd is survived by his wife Mary, son John Brownback and wife Jeana, daughter, Michelle Johnson, stepchildren, Shelly Callanan and husband Pat, Mike Dare, and Monty Dare and wife Kelsie, brother, Herb Brownback and wife Mary Lou, sister, Lois Wright and husband Dale, grandchildren, Colton, Rachel, Trevor, Ashley, Kelsey, Emily, and Brynlee, and two great grandchildren, Chandler and Penelope.
Funeral service will be held 10 am Monday, February 6, 2023 at the Mound City United Methodist Church. Burial in Wesley Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 pm Sunday, February 5 at the Schneider Funeral Home, Mound City Chapel. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Linn County Care to Share, c/o Schneider Funeral Home, 319 Chestnut, Mound City, Kansas 66056.
She preceded him in death on July 12, 2003. He later married Mary McLaughlin Dare on August 7, 2006. Loyd worked for and retired from General Motors. He then farmed and bought and sold cars. In earlier days he enjoyed riding motorcycles. He enjoyed classic cars. He was involved in many car shows and parades . He was faithful in attending his children's school activities and carried that to this grandchildren. He attended ball games and rodeos to numerous to count.
He was a member of the Mound City United Methodist Church. Loyd is survived by his wife Mary, son John Brownback and wife Jeana, daughter, Michelle Johnson, stepchildren, Shelly Callanan and husband Pat, Mike Dare, and Monty Dare and wife Kelsie, brother, Herb Brownback and wife Mary Lou, sister, Lois Wright and husband Dale, grandchildren, Colton, Rachel, Trevor, Ashley, Kelsey, Emily, and Brynlee, and two great grandchildren, Chandler and Penelope.
Funeral service will be held 10 am Monday, February 6, 2023 at the Mound City United Methodist Church. Burial in Wesley Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 pm Sunday, February 5 at the Schneider Funeral Home, Mound City Chapel. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Linn County Care to Share, c/o Schneider Funeral Home, 319 Chestnut, Mound City, Kansas 66056.
Pittsburg Kansas man charged after DUI hit-and-run and police pursuit
Upon arrival, the officer met with the reporting party, who advised the collision had just occurred, and that they believed the offending vehicle, described as a white Ford pickup, had also struck another vehicle just down the street from them.
The first officer requested a second unit be sent to their location to assist with locating any additional damaged vehicles. Officers located a second vehicle that had been struck in the 1600 block of N. Locust St. by the white Ford pickup, which also fled the scene after the collision.
While on scene, an officer located the offending Ford pickup still traveling in the area of the second collision. The officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop on the pickup in the 100 block of E. 16th St., however the driver of the pickup refused to pull over and then started to flee from the officer. A vehicle pursuit then ensued with the Ford pickup, which headed north and east from the 1600 block of N. Locust St.
While fleeing from the officers, the driver of the Ford pickup struck fences on four different residential properties, a garage, and then an electric pole in an alley before wrecking out and coming to a stop in the south alleyway of the 200 block of E. 22nd St. The collision to the electric pole caused four houses in that area to lose power.
The driver of the Ford pickup, later identified as 39-year-old Travis R. Duncan, of Pittsburg, was taken into custody without further incident. Mr. Duncan appeared to be extremely intoxicated at the time, and a blood draw was subsequently collected for evidence. Additionally, the Ford pickup Mr. Duncan was driving at the time had been reported stolen from Pittsburg. The pickup was towed from the scene.
Mr. Duncan was transported to the jail at the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office for booking. Mr. Duncan was arrested for felony theft of a motor vehicle, felony interference with law enforcement, felony attempt to flee or elude law enforcement, misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license. Mr. Duncan is currently being held without bond.
The investigation into this incident is ongoing at this time. Anyone having information related to this incident, or other incidents, is urged to contact the Pittsburg Police Department at 620-231-1700, or at our tip line, 620-231-TIPS (8477). Callers may remain anonymous.
While on scene, an officer located the offending Ford pickup still traveling in the area of the second collision. The officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop on the pickup in the 100 block of E. 16th St., however the driver of the pickup refused to pull over and then started to flee from the officer. A vehicle pursuit then ensued with the Ford pickup, which headed north and east from the 1600 block of N. Locust St.
While fleeing from the officers, the driver of the Ford pickup struck fences on four different residential properties, a garage, and then an electric pole in an alley before wrecking out and coming to a stop in the south alleyway of the 200 block of E. 22nd St. The collision to the electric pole caused four houses in that area to lose power.
The driver of the Ford pickup, later identified as 39-year-old Travis R. Duncan, of Pittsburg, was taken into custody without further incident. Mr. Duncan appeared to be extremely intoxicated at the time, and a blood draw was subsequently collected for evidence. Additionally, the Ford pickup Mr. Duncan was driving at the time had been reported stolen from Pittsburg. The pickup was towed from the scene.
Mr. Duncan was transported to the jail at the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office for booking. Mr. Duncan was arrested for felony theft of a motor vehicle, felony interference with law enforcement, felony attempt to flee or elude law enforcement, misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license. Mr. Duncan is currently being held without bond.
The investigation into this incident is ongoing at this time. Anyone having information related to this incident, or other incidents, is urged to contact the Pittsburg Police Department at 620-231-1700, or at our tip line, 620-231-TIPS (8477). Callers may remain anonymous.
Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Obituary - Steven Travis Williams
Memorial services will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at the Adrian United Methodist Church.
The family will receive friends on Friday, February 3, 2023 from 6:00-8:00pm at the church.
Services will also be held in Colorado, with arrangements under the direction of Howe Mortuary and Crematory in Longmont, CO.
Services will also be held in Colorado, with arrangements under the direction of Howe Mortuary and Crematory in Longmont, CO.
Structure fire last night in Clinton
Due to limited staffing, mutual aid assistance was requested from Urich Fire Department for manpower. Thank you to Urich Fire for their assistance.
The fire was ruled suspicious in nature, an investigation is still underway as to a cause. The Missouri State Fire Marshals Office assisted in the investigation of this fire.
State Farm Student Athlete of the week Butler Senior MaKayla Mallatt
Makayla wrestles for the Butler Bears. She was nominated by her head coach Andrew Dixon. Coach Dixon said, "Makayla Mallatt is a senior with a 4.118 GPA. She is in honor society and Co-Captain of the girls wrestling team.
Makayla received Academic All-State her Sophomore year. Her Junior year she was out to due to an injury. Makayla won the 2nd Annual Butler Girls Invitational on January 6th. She is the current record holder for multiple school records. These include the fastest pin, most wins in a season, most wins in a career, most pins in a season, most career pins, most season takedowns, and most career takedowns. She is currently ranked the #1 girl at 110 in Class 1.
Makayla is one of the hardest working wrestlers that I have ever coached. She is very intelligent, and always has a positive attitude. She will take the time to help her fellow teammates if they are struggling learning a move. Her integrity is what I like most about her. She never shortcuts anything and is always looking for tougher opposition.
She has a strong expectation in herself to succeed not only in wrestling, but her school work as well." As wrestling is growing for female athletes we asked Makayla if she had any advise for young kids wanting to start a career in sports. She stated, “just get out of your comfort zone. Push your limits, you can do more than what you think you can.” We asked her to state what it takes to be an elite athlete.
She replied with, "dedication, you have to be able to put your entire heart into it. You need to be willing to push through the tough times." We then asked her what she thought was the toughest aspect of sports. She explained to us, "it is the balance between academics, social life, and athletics.
You have to be able to devote a certain amount of time to each one of these things. You need the balance so you don't overwhelm yourself.
Finally, we asked Makayla if she had anything she wanted to accomplish before the season was over. She said, "I really want to win state this year."
After graduation Makayla would like to go to college and possibly wrestle. She is still undecided on a school and is potently looking at a degree in radiology. We wish Makayla the best of luck competing in districts next weekend!
Pictured left to right: Head Coach Andrew Dixon; Makayla Mallatt, daughter of Micheal and Michelle Mallatt; Baylie Pitts, State Farm; Kellie Davidson, State Farm.
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