Osage Valley Electric Cooperative power outage in Henry County

Some Osage Valley Electric Cooperative members around the Tightwad area are experiencing an outage at this time.

Crews have been dispatched and power will be restored as safely and as quickly as possible.

Out of control brush fire east of Adrian

The Adrian Fire Department along with the Central Cass Fire Department, Butler Fire Department and the Garden City Fire Department are on scene of a out of control brush fire that has now caught a structure (Shed) on fire off of KK Highway east of Adrian at this time.

Obituary - Gara Leann Orme

Gara Leann Orme, 64 Chandler, AZ passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023 at her home in Chandler, AZ. Gara was born January 8, 1959 in Nevada, MO, to Gail Wysong. Gara married the love of her life, Gilbert Orme, July 31, 2004.

Gara graduated from Raytown High School. Moved to Arizona. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Chandler, AZ. She obtained her CDL license and drove most recently for Rhino Contracting of Phoenix, AZ. Retiring from there last year, 2022.

Gara is survived by her husband Gilbert of the home; brother, Jan Wysong (Judy) Medesto, CA; aunt, Kay Von Holten (Darrell) Arlington, TX; uncle, Clifford Whitworth (Jean) Moundville, MO; aunt, Susan McKenzie, Nevada, MO; 2 nieces, Julie, and Jennifer; and many, many cousins which will truly miss her. Also, a special friend, Norma Griggs Cory, Nevada, MO.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Bob & Gail Wysong; grandparents, Omer & Bobbie Whitworth, Mabel & Cecil McKenzie; her name sakes, uncles, Gary Whitworth, Dennis Leroy McKenzie, aunt, Patsy Ann Campbell (John); uncle, Robert Whitworth.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at Newton Burial Park in Nevada with Pastor Roger Beach officiating.

Obituary - Jimmie Booth Jr.

Jimmie Charles Booth, Jr. (59), of Butler, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 5, 2023, in the presence of loved ones. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 11th at Mulberry Cemetery in Amoret, Missouri. 

Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

Jimmie was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on May 30, 1963, to Jimmie “Jim” and Lois Booth. He graduated from Miami High School in 1982 and spent most of his adult life working with his hands, known as the man “who could truly fix anything.”

Jimmie was a loving father to his children Cameron and Paige and grandpa to grandsons Bentley, Jesse and Henry. He was a dedicated son, brother, uncle and friend to many through the years. To those who knew and loved him, Jimmie was the life of the party who could make anyone laugh. In his younger years, Jimmie enjoyed the rodeo scene, bucking a few broncos every now and then. 

He spent many weekends off-roading, playing poker games, or tinkering in his shop. He often reminisced on “the good old days,” telling stories of wild times with friends.

He is survived by his parents, Jimmie “Jim” Booth, Sr. and wife, Lois; sister, Tammy Cameron (Terry); children, Cameron Booth (Mackenzie) and Paige Booth; grandchildren Bentley Booth, Jesse Moreno and Henry Booth; nephew, Ben Cameron (Lisa); nieces Baylen Addleman (Lucas) and Brooklen Powell (Timmy); and many great nieces and nephews.

Butler High School Academic All-State honors for 2022 volleyball season

Congratulations to the following Butler High School student-athletes for earning Academic All-State honors for 2022 volleyball season:

Callie Carter, Taitlyn Madison, Toree Hiser, Kamden Fennewald, Annalee Gardner, Lanie Hill

Fatal accident involving a train in Cass County

The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is currently assisting the Missouri State Highway Patrol with a train vs. semi-truck crash on Hereford Road in rural Pleasant Hill. 

The driver of the semi-truck was killed in the crash. No injuries were reported from any passengers or staff on the train.

This Story has been updated:

https://www.midamericalive.com/2023/02/update-one-dead-after-amtrak-train.html

Obituary - Matthew James Bartholomew

Matthew James Bartholomew, age 51, of Lamar, Missouri passed away February 2, 2023.

Matthew was born April 15, 1971 in Fayetteville, Arkansas to James Ray Bartholomew and Palma Debra (Oliver) Bartholomew. On June 22, 1996, Matthew married Gwendolyn "Wendy" Rachel Wegener in Lamar, MO.

Matthew was an insurance sales representative. He loved spending time with his family on their farm in Hogeye, Arkansas. He enjoyed hunting, taking the kids out on the "razor," and shooting snakes by the creek. 

He was an avid toy collector, and loved cars, motorcycles, and guns. Matthew loved being with his family and friends, even if it was just talking to them on the phone bragging about his children, whether it was embarrassing or not, telling stories, or reminiscing.

Survivors include his wife, Gwen; two sons, Hayden James Bartholomew of Kansas City, Missouri and Mason Emory Bartholomew of Lamar; two daughters, Brittany Nicole Ashbacher and husband Aaron of Frontenac, Kansas and Eliana Karen Bartholomew of Lamar; his parents, Jim and Debra Bartholomew of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; his brother, Chris Bartholomew and his wife Gina of Springdale, AR; mother-in-law, Karen Wegener of Lamar; and three grandchildren who lovingly referred to Matthew as "Happy", SkyLar Nicole Ashbacher, Xavier Patrick Ashbacher and Emerson Zoe "Pea Pot" Ashbacher, as well many other family and friends.

Matthew was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harold and Maudileen Bartholomew and Bill and Palma Oliver; his uncle, David Bartholomew; cousins, Doug Lossing and Kara McConnell and father-in-law, Ron Wegener.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, February 10, 2023 at Lamar United Methodist Church in Lamar, MO. Burial will be Saturday, February 11, 2023 at Lake Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, Friday, February 10, 2023 prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested and made payable to the "Bartholomew Education Fund" established for his children's education, in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Way to go students

The Elizabeth Carey Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution has announced the winners of this year’s essay contest. 

First place went to Hunter Eaton, second place to Drew Harder, and third place to Halle Hawks. These students will be recognized at a reception in their honor later this month. Congratulations, students!

Courtesy of the Nevada Middle School