Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Reminder- Town Hall meeting tonight
There will be a Town Hall open forum meeting this evening 6 pm at the Bates County Memorial Hospital education center regarding the ambulance tax. The public is highly encouraged to attend.
Hold on to your hat!
Windy conditions are expected Wednesday and Thursday. Wind gusts to 40-50 mph can be expected, with the strongest winds late in the day on Thursday.
Much cooler conditions will return late week continuing through the weekend.
Obituary - Rodell Richard Darling
Rodell was born on October 25, 1926 in Fort Scott, he son of Reid and Olive Dorn Darling. He attended the Fort School system and was a U. S. Army veteran during World War II.
After serving in the Philippines following the Japanese surrender, Rodell was honorably discharged from the Army in 1946. He then returned to Fort Scott and began his life anew. He was married to Mary Elizabeth McKee in Uniontown, Kansas on April 29, 1950, and they became lifelong companions.
Rodell worked at several jobs in and around Fort Scott during his life but the one for which he was most well known was that of being a serviceman for the Gas Service Company; a job that he very much enjoyed having for 33 years before retiring in 1989.
In earlier years, Rodell was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing as well as hunting quail and squirrels and even the occasional prairie chicken. Beginning in the mid-1970s he and Mary became accomplished square dancers and participated extensively as members of the Iza Stompers Square Dance Club.
Survivors include his son, Rodell Clay Darling (Virginia); two grandchildren, Linden Reid Collins (Austin) of Dallas, and Elizabeth Hope Darling (Ryan) of Pittsburg; and three great grandchildren, Eden Darling of Pittsburg, Ruby Darling Collins and Reid Yeager Collins, also of Dallas, and many nieces and nephews. Rodell was preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Sue Collins, his sister, Vivian Lugliani, and his brother, Wallace Darling.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, March 21st at the Cheney Witt Chapel burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Paws & Claws Animal Shelter and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Rodell worked at several jobs in and around Fort Scott during his life but the one for which he was most well known was that of being a serviceman for the Gas Service Company; a job that he very much enjoyed having for 33 years before retiring in 1989.
In earlier years, Rodell was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing as well as hunting quail and squirrels and even the occasional prairie chicken. Beginning in the mid-1970s he and Mary became accomplished square dancers and participated extensively as members of the Iza Stompers Square Dance Club.
Over the years he also liked to walk throughout Fort Scott; something for which he is still remembered by some. Like his wife Mary, Rodell’s biggest joy in life was his family.
Survivors include his son, Rodell Clay Darling (Virginia); two grandchildren, Linden Reid Collins (Austin) of Dallas, and Elizabeth Hope Darling (Ryan) of Pittsburg; and three great grandchildren, Eden Darling of Pittsburg, Ruby Darling Collins and Reid Yeager Collins, also of Dallas, and many nieces and nephews. Rodell was preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Sue Collins, his sister, Vivian Lugliani, and his brother, Wallace Darling.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, March 21st at the Cheney Witt Chapel burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Paws & Claws Animal Shelter and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Need a job?
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Community First Bank is accepting applications for a Full-Time Teller position at our Appleton City Branch.
We are seeking an individual who possess excellent customer service skills with the in person and on the phone customers. Someone who has good communication skills, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
The hours for this position are Monday -Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 p.m. Applicants must be able to work Saturday rotation (8am-12pm). Excellent benefits package offered.
Interested applicants may pick up an application at the Appleton City location at 214 West Fourth Street, Appleton City, MO 64724 and/or contact Heather Hartegan at 660-476-2124.
Obituary - Lewis Michael Wilson
He was born on August 13, 1952 in Kansas City, Kansas the son of Lewis H. and Arlene T.(Sixta) Wilson. He served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.
He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in La Cygne. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, John Wilson and Elmo Wilson. Lewis is survived by two brothers, Christopher Wilson and Timothy Wilson, and two sisters, Victoria Wilson and Arlene Wilson.
Memorial service will be 11 am Thursday, March 16, 2023 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, La Cygne Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to D.A.V. or the Calvary Baptist Church. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.
Obituary - Michael Tabiano Sumbi
Michael was born in Cebu City, Philippines on April 13th, 1983. Michael and his family moved to Raymore, Missouri when he was a child. He attended Raymore- Peculiar Schools his whole life. Michael made the move to Texas in 2017.
No matter where Michael was, he made friends instantly. He had a remarkable ability to connect with people. Michael was an avid pool and poker player. He liked to say, he ran the table! Let’s be honest, most the time he did! An unrelenting advocate for being who you are and doing what you want.
He was beloved by everyone who ever met him. A best friend to all walks of life. No matter the circumstances, you’d always leave with a story of something funny/crazy Mike did while you were with him.
Michael faced so many challenges with his diabetes, which ultimately lead to other health conditions. Even during the hardest times and biggest obstacles he was a fighter, he was brave and stayed positive.
He leaves a huge hole in the hearts of his family and friends who were always entertained by his stories and hilarious sense of humor.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Elvira Randall.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Dakoda Sumbi; two brothers, Jonathan Sumbi and David Randall; two sisters, Christina Sumbi and Mary Dorothy Vernaglia; three nieces, Anderica Beguin, Margarette Sumbi and Abbigail Vernaglia; one nephew, Lucas Randall.
A visitation is PENDING at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri. Inurnment will follow the services at Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, Missouri. A Celebration of life will be hosted that evening by Cassie Hoffman and Katie Woods. Information will be given out for that soon.
Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278
Michael faced so many challenges with his diabetes, which ultimately lead to other health conditions. Even during the hardest times and biggest obstacles he was a fighter, he was brave and stayed positive.
He leaves a huge hole in the hearts of his family and friends who were always entertained by his stories and hilarious sense of humor.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Elvira Randall.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Dakoda Sumbi; two brothers, Jonathan Sumbi and David Randall; two sisters, Christina Sumbi and Mary Dorothy Vernaglia; three nieces, Anderica Beguin, Margarette Sumbi and Abbigail Vernaglia; one nephew, Lucas Randall.
A visitation is PENDING at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri. Inurnment will follow the services at Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, Missouri. A Celebration of life will be hosted that evening by Cassie Hoffman and Katie Woods. Information will be given out for that soon.
Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278
MoDOT News Release: Pitch in and pick up during MoDOT’s No More Trash! Bash
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Volunteers sought to help clean up Missouri roadways
JEFFERSON CITY – The clocks have sprung forward and that means it’s time to spring into seasonal cleaning on Missouri’s roadways. In this transition between winter and spring, the Missouri Department of Transportation turns its attention to the trash on Missouri’s roadsides. No MOre Trash! Bash is an annual outreach of MoDOT’s year-round litter control efforts that encourages all Missourians to “pitch in and pick up” during the month of April. The campaign is designed to help curb the costs of litter control and is timed to clear the roads of trash and debris before the start of mowing season.
In 2022, MoDOT spent $7.7 million to remove litter from more than 385,000 acres of right of way along nearly 34,000 state highway miles. For 2023, the work of MoDOT crews and additional litter pickup contracts in Kansas City and St. Louis are expected to bring that total to more than $9 million.
“We’re hoping all Missourians will pitch in and pick up trash this April to help us clean Missouri’s roadsides during our annual No MOre Trash! Bash,” said Becky Allmeroth, MoDOT chief safety and operations officer. “You don’t have to be part of a regular Adopt-A-Highway volunteer group to organize a one-time volunteer effort.”
According to a 2020 study by Keep America Beautiful, there were close to 24 billion pieces of litter on the nation’s roadways. That study concluded that if littering were to stop today and waste was properly managed, every American would only need to pick up 152 pieces of litter in a single unified effort to ensure a litter-free nation.
MoDOT will provide trash bags and safety vests to anyone who volunteers to take part in the No MOre Trash! Bash. Regionally, events will be announced to encourage community groups, clubs or individuals to join in the litter pickup.
“Missouri was one of the first states in the country to implement the Adopt-A-Highway program,” Allmeroth said. “This innovative volunteer program has recruited volunteers who perform about $1 million a year in litter cleanup. Every section served by adopters allows MoDOT to devote resources to other much-needed tasks.”
Currently, there are more than 5,300 groups and 50,000 volunteers who have adopted more than 6,200 miles of roadway. Adopt-A-Highway groups include commercial and private enterprises; civic and non-profit organizations; families and individuals.
While MoDOT encourages all Missourians to participate in the No MOre Trash! Bash, there are other simple ways to help eliminate trash along the state’s roadways:
· Don’t litter. Keep a bag for trash in your car or truck and wait to dispose of it properly. Littering is a class A misdemeanor in Missouri. Anyone convicted of littering may be imprisoned in the county jail for up to one year and fined up to $1,000 per incident. Illegal disposal of solid waste may be punishable as a Class D felony with fines of $20,000 or higher.
· Secure your load. Make sure nothing blows out or gets bumped into the roadway. In addition to creating litter, unsecured loads can be a safety hazard to the vehicles behind you. Missouri statutes (Missouri Revised Statutes 307.010) and various city ordinances require all loads in transport must be secured. Trailers without sides must be completely covered by tarps, truck tailgates must be up and the disposal items cannot be hanging off the vehicle in any way. Any vehicle without its load completely covered will be assessed a $25 unsecured load fee.
To learn more about how you can safely participate, visit www.modot.org/adopt-highway or call 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636).
JEFFERSON CITY – The clocks have sprung forward and that means it’s time to spring into seasonal cleaning on Missouri’s roadways. In this transition between winter and spring, the Missouri Department of Transportation turns its attention to the trash on Missouri’s roadsides. No MOre Trash! Bash is an annual outreach of MoDOT’s year-round litter control efforts that encourages all Missourians to “pitch in and pick up” during the month of April. The campaign is designed to help curb the costs of litter control and is timed to clear the roads of trash and debris before the start of mowing season.
In 2022, MoDOT spent $7.7 million to remove litter from more than 385,000 acres of right of way along nearly 34,000 state highway miles. For 2023, the work of MoDOT crews and additional litter pickup contracts in Kansas City and St. Louis are expected to bring that total to more than $9 million.
“We’re hoping all Missourians will pitch in and pick up trash this April to help us clean Missouri’s roadsides during our annual No MOre Trash! Bash,” said Becky Allmeroth, MoDOT chief safety and operations officer. “You don’t have to be part of a regular Adopt-A-Highway volunteer group to organize a one-time volunteer effort.”
According to a 2020 study by Keep America Beautiful, there were close to 24 billion pieces of litter on the nation’s roadways. That study concluded that if littering were to stop today and waste was properly managed, every American would only need to pick up 152 pieces of litter in a single unified effort to ensure a litter-free nation.
MoDOT will provide trash bags and safety vests to anyone who volunteers to take part in the No MOre Trash! Bash. Regionally, events will be announced to encourage community groups, clubs or individuals to join in the litter pickup.
“Missouri was one of the first states in the country to implement the Adopt-A-Highway program,” Allmeroth said. “This innovative volunteer program has recruited volunteers who perform about $1 million a year in litter cleanup. Every section served by adopters allows MoDOT to devote resources to other much-needed tasks.”
Currently, there are more than 5,300 groups and 50,000 volunteers who have adopted more than 6,200 miles of roadway. Adopt-A-Highway groups include commercial and private enterprises; civic and non-profit organizations; families and individuals.
While MoDOT encourages all Missourians to participate in the No MOre Trash! Bash, there are other simple ways to help eliminate trash along the state’s roadways:
· Don’t litter. Keep a bag for trash in your car or truck and wait to dispose of it properly. Littering is a class A misdemeanor in Missouri. Anyone convicted of littering may be imprisoned in the county jail for up to one year and fined up to $1,000 per incident. Illegal disposal of solid waste may be punishable as a Class D felony with fines of $20,000 or higher.
· Secure your load. Make sure nothing blows out or gets bumped into the roadway. In addition to creating litter, unsecured loads can be a safety hazard to the vehicles behind you. Missouri statutes (Missouri Revised Statutes 307.010) and various city ordinances require all loads in transport must be secured. Trailers without sides must be completely covered by tarps, truck tailgates must be up and the disposal items cannot be hanging off the vehicle in any way. Any vehicle without its load completely covered will be assessed a $25 unsecured load fee.
To learn more about how you can safely participate, visit www.modot.org/adopt-highway or call 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636).
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