One arrested after shots fired near Fort Scott Kansas apartment complex

On Monday April 3, 2023 at 11:05 hrs., officers from the Fort Scott Police Department (FSPD) and deputies from the Bourbon County Sheriff’s office (BBSO) responded to a 911 call of a gun shot in the area of the Highland Apartments on Shepherd Street, in Fort Scott.

Due to the close proximity of the incident to Fort Scott Middle School, SRO’s had the middle school placed into lockdown status.
When officers arrived on scene at the apartment complex, they learned information about a firearm being discharged. There were no reported injuries as a result of this incident.

Officers & deputies established a perimeter around the building in question, then went about evacuating that building.

During the initial on-scene investigation, officers were able to determine which residence the alleged shooter resided in. Once this information was established, officers used a PA system to call out to the occupants of the residence, and have them exit.

FSPD officers successfully called out the male resident of 802 Shepherd St, #14, who was taken into custody without incident. This individual was identified as being Brody Johnson, 22.

Mr. Johnson was transported to the Bourbon County Jail where he was booked on the following charges:
Aggravated Assault
Criminal Discharge of Firearm

Mr. Johnson is presumed innocent until proven otherwise in a court of law. If you have information that you believe will help our investigation, please contact us 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.

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Announces Chief Service Officer

Clinton, MO. – (April 3, 2023) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachel Boyles to Chief Service Officer.

In her new role, Boyles will serve on the administrative leadership team and oversee Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Food and Nutrition Services, Information Technology, Materials Management, Patient Experience and Social Services. She will also continue as the lead for the Health Equity initiative.

Boyles has more than 15 years of healthcare experience. She started her career at GVMH as a Physical Therapist and has held numerous roles with increasing levels of responsibility, including Director of Rehabilitation and Wellness, Executive Director of Rehabilitation and Home Services and Executive Director of Service and Experience.

“We are delighted to have Rachel transition into her new role as the Chief Service Officer,” said Craig Thompson, CEO at GVMH. “She has helped lead change and innovation throughout the organization in a variety of roles and I am confident that she will continue to provide outstanding leadership.”

Famous Ford coming to Amsterdam April 29th

It's not everyday that you can get up close and personal with fame, but soon you'll have your chance. 

Later this month the 1934 Ford three-window coupé driven by Martin Sheen in the 1973 movie "The California Kid" will be on display in Amsterdam as part of Cruise Night 5-9 pm. 

Main street will come alive with cool cars, food and  shops will be open as well. As an added bonus, the Amsterdam Theater will be showing.... you guessed it, the California Kid movie beginning a 6 pm. 

Plan to come & cruise, hang out and enjoy a great way to celebrate the kickoff to Spring!

Butler Community Café tonight at 5:30 p.m.

Good morning, Butler Community! The Café is being sponsored by the Community First Bank today!

It's a beautiful day, get out there and vote, then come see us for supper! Looking forward to seeing all of you at

The Community of Christ Church 409 W Dakota Street Butler! 

Update: Services have been restored for Connect, powered by Osage Valley Electric Cooperative, customers

UPDATE 7:40 am CDT: Services have been restored for Connect, powered by Osage Valley Electric Cooperative, customers. 

If you’re having trouble connecting to your service, please call our Tech Support team at 1-844-542-6663.

Taco Tuesday in Rich Hill tonight

 

Still missing after all these years!

Date Missing: April 4, 1991

Angela Marie "Angie" Hammond was last seen by her boyfriend at approximately 10 p.m. on April 4, 1991, as Angie dropped him off at his home in Clinton, MO following a date. Angie later called her boyfriend from a pay phone in downtown Clinton at 11:15 p.m. During the conversation, Angie spoke of an older model two-tone green truck with a fishing mural on the rear window that kept circling the block. 

Angie then said the truck stopped and a bearded man in coveralls got out of the truck and was coming towards her in the phone booth. Angie screamed, and the line went dead. Angie's boyfriend told authorities he drove to the scene and was passed by the same two-tone green truck. Angie screamed his name as the truck sped by and left town. Angie has not been seen since.

If you have information, please contact the Clinton Missouri Police Department at 660.885.2679 or the Missouri State Highway Patrol
Missing Persons Unit at 800.877.3452 or 911

Obituary - Stephen Buttorff, III

Gordon Stephen Buttorff, aged 58, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2023. He was a long-time resident of the Walker, Missouri area. He was often referred to as the “Big-Tall-White-Guy”. His parents predeceased him and were Gordon Stephen Buttorff, Jr. and Wanda June (Pettigrew) Buttorff. Stephen was born in Columbus, Indiana on April 21, 1964. He attended high school at Bob Jones Academy and San Marcos Military Academy. Stephen was an incredible athlete and extremely competitive. He once played a basketball game where he was double teamed and still earned 37 points.

Stephen was not short on height or confidence. He was always singing or making others laugh. When he entered the room, everyone knew he was present. He used to sing “Yabba Dabba Dee, I Love Me, You Know I Am the Greatest”. His humor and storytelling abilities were renowned.

Stephen had a heart for business and the ability to “sell ice to an Eskimo”, even though he rejected the idea of being called a salesman. He had various successful business ventures, but he was so proud of working with his son Cameron in real estate. He was an entrepreneur at heart. He loved and lived life to the fullest and never met a stranger. He often encouraged his son with the saying, “If You’re Ripe You Rot, If You’re Green You Grow.”

Stephen was also proud of his daughter Camille and loved her very much. He appreciated that “she got his humor.” Her laugh would always bring a smile to his face. He never wasted an opportunity to express how proud he was of her. He often remarked, “I’ll always be with you in your head and in your heart.”

God brought Stephen and Christian Johnson together after the passing of his sister, Katrina Johnson. It was his idea to start a YouTube Christian Channel in 2016. They collaborated and 7 years later they had over 700 videos. His legacy will continue with the last video airing on March 19, 2023. The YouTube channel was Christianity201Moonlight.

He always made time for the nieces and nephews. Whenever they rode in the car with him he would say “Regulators – Lets Ride!” He once had an argument with his brother Nathan about who would jump in and save his nephew Elijah in the lake. They both were fully dressed. It was Stephen who took the plunge. He always loved the water and felt at home in a boat. His son Cameron was his partner in crime with all his water adventures. They went hang-gliding, parasailing, water skiing, wake surfing and even indoor sky diving. He even got his daughter Camille to join in some adventures. Fear was not in his vocabulary. He even became a certified scuba diver with his sister Heather.

Being civically minded, Stephen worked with the city of Harwood and got grants to pave the main road into that town. He also filed and received the early warning system that was installed in Harwood as well. He left a stamp of himself in all that he did.

Stephen’s first daughter was Toni Danielle. He later married Tanya Elizabeth Huckabee in 1993 and had 2 more children: Cameron Shay and Camille Ann. They later divorced and Stephen remained single.

He loved animals, and especially his Alaskan Malamute Hadassah. He always had a variety of interests and was loud and proud. Another favorite jingle was “I’m Kickin’, I’m Trickin’ I’m laying them down. I’m the baddest dude in this whole dang town. I am the one they’ve been telling you about, I am the one, and I have no doubt. I’m the best you’ve ever seen, because I’m the best that’s ever been.”

Stephen was known for his positive outlook on life. The glass was never half empty, but half full. He admired Zig Zigglar and strove to emulate an upbeat lifestyle. His most famous saying was “I’m an Upwardly Mobile, Super Over Achiever with the Drive, Direction and Pooooower!” He loved his family well and even spoke of his brother-in-law Christian Johnson as being “his brother from another mother.” The epitome of Stephen’s life can be summed up in his own words: I am powerful, and I am loved. I am powerful and I am loving. I am powerful and I LOVE IT!

Gordon Stephen Buttorff was predeceased by his sister Katrina Lee (Buttorff) Johnson. The survivors include his children: Toni Danielle Williamson, Cameron Shay Buttorff and Camille Ann Buttorff. His surviving brothers are: Christopher Granger Buttorff, Nathaniel David Buttorff and Adam Stuart Buttorff. His surviving sisters include: Heather Lynn (Buttorff) Brown and Christanne Colleen (Buttorff) Gayman. He is also survived by his Uncle Grayson Lynn Pettigrew.

In addition to the already mentioned relatives, he is survived by his best friend and brother-in-law Christian Stephan Johnson. They became brothers in arms and were inseparable for years. His adopted brothers are: Christian Von Pichl, Max Von Pichl and Dominik Von Pichl. His adopted sisters include: Camilla Von Pichl and Juliane Tschacher.

Stephen made a lasting impression on everyone he knew. He was an avid athlete, motivated entrepreneur, amazing dad, super-cool uncle, fantastic storyteller and a great friend. He will be severely missed by us all.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, MO with Pastor Terry Mosher officiating. Interment will follow in Green Lawn Cemetery in Schell City, MO. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening at Ferry Funeral Home.

Memorials are suggested to the Family in c/o Ferry Funeral Home.