Highlights from the Rich Hill 4th of July

Sweet Freedom was the theme...

What a week it was! Rich Hill is famous for the 4th and that is a fact!

The weather was disrespectful today however  didn't stop the crowd from coming out and supporting the events.

Winning the float category in the parade today was 1st Place
Swopes -Sweet Freedom, 2nd Place Citizen's Bank-Sweet Freedom Concessions, 3rd Place Bates County Children's Center- 
Stand Up for Children There's no excuse for child abuse.

A great demonstration from the Louder than your mom car audio club brought the boom all day long in Rich Hill. The Rich Hill High school band had a great performance today after the parade as well.

The Rich Hill FFA Cornhole Tournament brought in 42 teams today and we are working on getting results of that now. The night ended with one of the best fireworks shows around! 

We would like to thank everyone who works so hard every year putting this great week of events together every year. 

We look forward to next year! Below is some highlights from today!

Burglary arrests made in Lamar

Recently the Lamar Police Department was contacted by a business reporting a couple of burglaries on East 12th St in Lamar. 

The business and the Lamar Police Department worked together to develop a plan for surveillance and a response for if the suspects returned. 

On 06/29/23 at 03:00am the business observed suspects attempting to break in again. Lamar Police Officers responded, some responding from home, and set up a perimeter.

Two persons, Derrick Caton, 44 of Columbus Ks and Frank Chaney, 40 of Pittsburg KS were apprehended as they were exiting the building with stolen property. As the investigation continued probable cause was developed for others who participated in the previous burglaries. A warrant was issued for Jaymes Brazda, 46 of Cherokee Ks. Brazda has been arrested as well.

Charges were forwarded to The Barton County Prosecutor’s office. Derrick Caton was formally charged with three counts of burglary and bond was set at $20,000. 

Frank Chaney was formally charged with one count of burglary and bond was set at $5,000. Jaymes Brazda has been charged with two counts of burglary and bond was set at $25,000.

As is the case in all arrest, charges are based on probable cause and all persons are considered innocent until or unless found guilty in court.

Thunderstorms moving in this evening

Thunderstorms are moving into the area over the next few hours.

Up first will be far NW Missouri, with areas along the I-35 and I-70 corridors coming after sunset and overnight.

The main threats will be gusty winds 40-60 mph and of course frequent lighting and heavy rain.

Rich Hill 4th of July pie auction a great success

Thanks to the bakers, bidders, and quilters we raised a whopping $46,000+ in the auction tonight at the Rich Hill 4th of July Celebration. 

We are so thankful and appreciative of all the wonderful people that continue to support our celebration. 

We definitely wouldn't be "Famous for the 4th" without you!! #speechless 

- Courtesy of the Rich Hill 4th of July Committee

Way to go!

The Missouri Electric Cooperative Youth Tour is once again headed back to Washington DC this year. The seven-day tour provides an action-filled week for high school students, offering them opportunities to learn firsthand what it is like to be involved in politics, leadership positions, community service and today’s pressing issues.

One hundred and three high school students participated in Missouri's 60th annual Missouri Electric Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., June 12-18. Local delegates were Izetta Person, Rich Hill and Case Melzer, Harrisonville.

Obituary - John Ridenour

John Fredrick Ridenour, 85, of Clinton, Missouri. He went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2023, after a short illness. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, July, 5, 2023 at the Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri with visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial to follow in the Vansant Road Cemetery in Clinton, Missouri. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association and may be left in care of the funeral home.

John was born to Pearl (VonCannon) and Clay Ridenour on May 23, 1938 in Clinton, where he lived throughout his life. He attended Rosehill grade school and graduated from Calhoun High School.

On September 15, 1971, he married Sue Lewis. They had 43 wonderful years together before her passing in October 2014.

He worked at various jobs over the years, starting at the Windsor shoe factory. Later he worked at Riffles Greenhouse and Sluggers gas station. He also spent many years farming with his dad, and eventually farmed for himself along with owning rental property.

John is survived by his brother Led (Billie) Ridenour, Brother-in-law Harold Brown, sister-in-law Jane (Richard) Holt, brother-in-law Jim (Barb) Lewis, Brother-in-law Bill (Sharon) Lewis, sister-in-law Bonnie Lewis, and many nieces and nephews, all who loved him dearly.

He is preceded in death by maternal and paternal grandparents, his parents Clay and Pearl Ridenour, his wife Sue Lewis, sisters Dorothy Mae Kruse, Martha Brown, Sharon Sprouse, brother Mike and one infant brother.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.

Obituary - William "Bill" R. Smith

William “Bill” R. Smith, age 80, of Cleveland, Missouri, passed away June 30, 2023, at the Kansas City Hospice House surrounded by the love of his family.

 
A visitation will take place 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Cullen Funeral Home 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 7, 2023, at the funeral home, followed by burial at the Raymore Cemetery, Raymore, Missouri.

Bill was born in Versailles, Missouri on August 20, 1942, the son of Dencil and Lillian (Stevenson) Smith.

Bill met his soulmate in Kansas City, when he fell in love with the girl next door, Wilma Lea Bishop. They were married on September 30, 1961. Together, they were blessed with four children, Rich, Bruce, Beth, and Candi.

In life, Bill worked for General Diaper Service for over 30 years and for Office Depot for 10 years. After retiring, Bill and Wilma started their own business – Billea Kettle Korn – and enjoyed working together, along with help from their family.

Bill was a member of the Eagle’s Club in Raymore, where he enjoyed visiting with friends, listening to music, and shooting pool. He loved the outdoors - hunting, fishing, camping, or sitting on the deck. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family and friends.

Bill was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years, Wilma Lea Smith, and his parents, Dencil and Lillian Smith.

He is survived by his four children, Rich Smith, Bruce Smith (Jean), Beth Taylor (Tom), and Candi Coleman (James); seven grandchildren, Aimee Smith, Ryan Smith, Lauren Nichols (Chris), TJ Taylor (Emily), Zachary Taylor, Amanda Hill (Caleb), and Melanie Taylor (Jacob); five great grandchildren, Kobe, Whylah, Logan, Freya, and Velma.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas City Hospice House 12000 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO 64145.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

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