Obituary - Mendie I Brown

In the early morning of June 3, 2023, Mendie Ilene Brown (McArthur) of Clinton passed away from her ongoing battle with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, (NAFLD).

Mendie was born in Wichita, Kansas, March 13, 1970, the daughter of Douglas E. McArthur and Jill I. McArthur. She was a graduate of Wichita East High School, Class of 1988. She participated in band, soccer, and photography.

Mendie’s laughter was loud and contagious! She was welcoming and loving — anyone and everyone became family. She also had a passion for rescuing animals, including birds, dogs, cats!

She was preceded in death by her parents, Douglas and Jill McArthur, her maternal and paternal grandparents, and her son, David E. Brown.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Brown; her son Forrest Brown of Lexington, KY; daughter India Steinberg (Brown) and (husband) Scott Steinberg of Panama City, FL; brother Kevin and (wife) Pam McArthur of Overland Park, KS; father-in-law and mother-in-law, William and Bette Brown of Winslow, ME; many cousins, nieces, nephews; special family friend Bailey and Garth Hart family; special family friend Dan Reimal.

A Celebration of Life will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. The family will receive friends following the celebration at the Missouri Department of Conservation office, 2010 South 2nd Street, Clinton, MO 64735. Arrangements are under the direction of the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton.

Heritage Tractor Power Pull this Saturday in Lamar

Lamar, MO, this Saturday at 7:00 pm. $3000 payout for 5900 Modified class!

Property damage in Clinton

Over the late night of June 4th and into the early morning hours June 5th, 11th businesses and 9th private residences and private vehicles were damaged by spray paint. 

The “tagging” included foul and abusive words and phrases sprayed on the sides of businesses, houses and automobiles.

Clinton Police Officers worked through the day on follow up investigations and identifying additional victims and crime locations. 

They were able to finally identify two juvenile suspects, thanks to the cooperation of some concerned citizens with vital information and some video footage of the masked and hooded suspects.

Those juveniles were detained late in the afternoon yesterday and were referred to the Henry County Juvenile Office. 

Investigation continues in the matter, but it is not believed that there are any other unidentified suspects at this time.

Courtesy of KDKD Clinton 

McCarthy Jury Trial begins for Murder of Clinton Police Officer Gary Michael

The jury trial for Ian James McCarthy, the man accused of fatally shooting Clinton Police Officer Gary Michael in 2017, began on Monday June 5th.

Officer Michael was killed August 6, 2017, after stopping a 2008 Dodge Nitro for a registration violation near the intersection of Green and 2nd St. 

The driver of that vehicle, McCarthy, allegedly stepped out of his vehicle into the street and shot Michael in the chest with a rifle, through his bulletproof vest.

McCarthy allegedly fled the scene of the shooting but crashed his vehicle near the scene of the shooting. He evaded arrest for two days, at which point he was taken into custody when a resident spotted McCarthy walking along the road and called 911.

The venue for the trial was changed from Henry County following a motion filed in September 2021. That motion was sustained, and the trial was scheduled for June of 2023 with voir dire of jury to be held in the Platte County Courthouse, with the opening statements and trial to be held in Jackson County.

McCarthy has remained in custody awaiting trial. A motion filed by his attorney to allow McCarthy to wear civilian clothing during the trial has been denied, and McCarthy will be required to wear partial restraints throughout the trial, although he will be allowed the use of his dominant hand to take notes during the trial.

On June 3rd, McCarthy’s attorneys filed a motion for mistrial or to strike the death penalty as an option in his case. McCarthy stands trial for three felony charges: Murder in the First Degree, Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and unless the judge rules otherwise pursuant to this motion or a subsequent one, McCarthy potentially faces the death penalty if convicted. 

The next scheduled appearance in his trial takes place on Monday, June 12th.

Courtesy of KDKD Clinton 

Fire at McDonalds in Lamar

The Lamar Fire Department reports they were called at about 1:30 a.m. Tuesday for a fire at the McDonald's. 

When firefighters arrived on scene there was a fire inside the southwest wall of the building. Crews opened the wall and were able to extinguish the fire with minimal damage.

The fire was reported by an assistant manager after it closed; no injuries were reported

The fire department was assisted by the City of Lamar Electric Department with the use of the bucket truck.

Semi truck fire early this morning in Lamar

On June 7th around 4:00 a.m. the Lamar Fire Department along with Lamar Police Department were dispatched to a semi truck fire at Wal-Mart.

Three fire trucks and nine firefighters and was on scene for a couple hours getting the blaze under control. 

The cause of the fire was deemed to be electrical in nature and no injuries were reported.

 

Obituary - Mark Kevin Schuler

Mark Kevin Schuler, 66, Mound City, KS. passed away June 5, 2023, at his beloved Schuler Angus Farm residence.

Mark was born January 30, 1957, In Abilene, KS to Andrew J. Schuler Jr. “Andy” and Rosie (McLaughlin) Schuler.

Mark Graduated from Chapman High School in May 1975. Mark attended Colby Junior College and graduated in 1977 with an Associates of Arts Degree in Agriculture. Mark transferred to KSU and graduated in 1980 with a bachelor’s in agriculture economics.

After graduation Mark went to work at Wilson Foods, Inc. in Marshall, Missouri, as a livestock buyer where he met his beloved wife, Karen Samuels.

Mark and Karen wedded on August 25, 1984, and had three children, Jeremi, Matthew, and Dustin Schuler.

Mark had numerous hobbies that he got his children hooked on, restoring old tractors with Matt. It was important to him that they restored three of his dads’ oldest tractors and spent numerous hours together getting them done and back to working and new conditions. Mark got Dusty hooked on restoring old jeeps before the age of 16. Mark and Karen took annual vacations looking at old historical mansions and houses. Marks grandkids were his pride and joy.

Mark is proceeded in death by his parents Andy and Rosie Schuler, sister, Sharon Ann (Schuler) Henry.

He is survived by his wife, Karen Schuler, three children, Jeremi Howell (Brett), Matt Schuler (Mindy), and Dusty Schuler (Ashton). Five Grandchildren, Easton Brooks, Brady Brooks, Ladd Schuler, CT Schuler, and Spencer Schuler. Siblings, AJ Schuler III (Daretia), Steve Schuler (Sally), Frank Henry, Kent Schuler (Mary), Janice Stover (Tad), Julie Katz (Jeff), and Joan Schuler.

Funeral service will be 10 am Friday, June 9, 2023 at the Mound City Christian Church. Burial will be in the Woodland Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm Thursday, June 8 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Mark Schuler Scholarship Fund. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Bates County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo Fun Shows!

Come out TONIGHT June 7th! Tell your friends and spread the word, whether you’re riding or watching! Admission is free to watch and the concession stand will be open for dinner!

If you are participating, please bring your own horse to ride