Week 3 Missouri State High School Football Preview

Week 3 of the Missouri State High School Football season will happen this evening. If your looking to watch some high school football action you can check out the games below:

Photo courtesy of the Adrian News Leader 

September 8th:

Adrian (2-0 at Lone Jack (0-2) 

Appleton City (1-1) at Drexel (2-0)

Ash Grove (2-0) at Stockton (1-1) 

Belton (2-0) at Fort Osage (0-2) 

El Dorado (0-2) at Buffalo (0-2)

Holden (2-0) at Clinton (0-2) 

Lamar (2-0) at Monett (0-2) 

Liberal (1-1) at Osceola (2-0)

Lockwood (0-2) at Jasper (0-2) 

Nevada (2-0) at East Newton (1-1) 

Pleasant Hill (2-0) at Harrisonville (0-2)

Ray-Pec (1-1) at Liberty (0-2) 
Rich Hill (1-1) at Archie (2-0)

Sherwood (2-0) at Carrollton (2-0) 

Versailles (1-1) at Butler (2-0) 

Wellington Napoleon (1-1) at Midway (1-1)

Windsor (1-1) at Knob Noster (1-1) 

Drexel man injured in Bates County motorcycle crash

On Wednesday September 6th around 4:25 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol along with the Bates County Sheriff's deputies, Bates County E responded to an accident involving a motorcycle and semi truck accident on NW County Road 14001 just north of County Road 16002.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the southbound 2003 Honda VT750 driven by a 29 year old Gage A. McCoy of Grandview struck a southbound 1991 GMC Conventional driven by 63 year old Timothy G. Hill of Drexel as he slowed to make a left turn. The passenger of the motorcycle was ejected from the bike.

Mr. McCoy sustained serious injuries in this accident and was transported by life flight to Research Medical Center in Kanas City Missouri for treatment.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230488886

Structure fire in Fort Scott Kansas

Fire crews were dispatched to a reported structure fire on the west side of town shortly after 12pm. FSFD arrived on scene and found heavy smoke emitting from the structure. 

Crews made an aggressive offensive fire attack through the rear entrance and found the kitchen to be fully involved. With quick extinguishment and overhaul crews safely and effectively put the fire out before it could spread throughout the entire home. 

The home did suffer major smoke damage. No injuries were reported. Crews were able to save the homeowners dog from the fire.
Great job by all those involved.

Thank you FSPD and Bourbon county ems for your assistance.
FSFD.

A little trip to the Quilt Shop!

A little trip to the Quilt Shop! 

Miami R-1 School District's Mrs. Kings' Apparel and Textiles and Career Development classes went on a field trip and took a tour of  Rocking Chair Quilt Shop on the historic Butler square today.

The class was busy learning and looking through the quilt shop. However they all was able to pose for a quick photo! 

All reactions:

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We will never forget!

We will never forget! 

Let's take a minute to remember Rich Hill Police Sergeant Jim Wilkinson. Sergeant Wilkinson passed away of a heart attack while working a call 26 years ago today.

A Memo from Trent Diehl, City of Butler Director of Public Works

This memorandum is intended to explain the probable cause of the "taste and odor" complaints we are receiving. The most likely primary source of the problem is algae, specifically Synedra. 

When the algae synedra is oxidized, it gives off an odor that is comparable to a dirty\earthy smell. Low lake levels and excessive heat accentuate the problem.

To alleviate the problem, we are raising the lake level by running the river pump, increasing treatments to the lake with copper sulfate, cleaning the clarifiers at the plant. and exploring alternate methods of treatment for the alage.

I contacted a water specialist from Missouri Rural Water Association (MRWA). He was a former employee at MoDNR. I wanted to get his assessment of the situation.

He was here on Friday to perform a microscopic evaluation of the water coming into the plant. This was to verify the cause of the problem. After the evaluation is complete, 

I will update you with any additional information if needed.

Several agencies conduct search warrant in Pettis County

On 09/05/2023 at approximately 1530 hrs., a search warrant at 16803 Buchanan Rd, Pettis County, was served by the Pettis County Sheriff’s Office, the Mid-Missouri Drug Task Force, and the Bates County Sheriff’s Office. 

This warrant is the culmination of, regarding this specific incident, over two years of investigation including multiple law enforcement agencies such as Henry County, Sedalia Police Department, Pettis County Sheriff’s Office, and the Mid-Missouri Drug Task Force targeting Tony D. Meyer, 51. of Pettis County as an alleged, extraordinarily large, illicit drug distributor. 

This first warrant served in Pettis County was conducted via my mutual aid request with the Bates County SERT, who successfully and safely concluded this investigation.

Upon arrival, Tony Meyer was taken into custody after a brief attempt at flight, and his brother Ricky Meyer, 56 yoa of Pettis County, was taken into custody without incident. A search of the persons and property revealed the following:

Just under 2 lbs. of methamphetamine, a Schedule II Controlled Substance
Suspected Heroin, a Schedule I Controlled Substance
Oxycodone, a Schedule II Controlled Substance
Over $10,000.00 US currency
2 Morphine, a Schedule II Controlled Substance
16 Hydrocodone, a Schedule II Controlled Substance
3.44 grams fentanyl, a Schedule II Controlled Substance
Glock 42 .380 Auto
Smith and Wesson 9mm

We also seized a Dodge Challenger, Cadillac sedan, and Honda CBR to be forfeited.

Shortly after this service, a second warrant obtained during this investigation was served, again by Bates County SERT, Pettis County Deputies, and Mid-Mo Drug Task Force, at 19532 Maltsbarger Rd. 

A search of this property resulted in the following:
20 Hydrocodone, a Schedule II Controlled Substance
44 Alprazolam, a Schedule IV Controlled Substance
1 g Methamphetamine, a Schedule II Controlled Substance
Springfield .45 ACP
Taurus 9mm
Mossberg 500 12 gauge
Several altered Missouri license plates
Drug paraphernalia
A stolen flat bed trailer
A suspected stolen Kubota tractor
A stolen Kawaski Ninja motorcycle

There was a third search warrant relating to this investigation served in Henry County with a small amount of methamphetamine seized.
Initial charges of Trafficking, Receiving Stolen Property, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm will be submitted to the Pettis County Prosecutor's Office for an initial bond, reference Tony. Charges against Ricky will be submitted to the Prosecutor’s Office as well for Trafficking. 

The cases will then be submitted to the US Western District Court via the DEA for federal indictment, at which time the state charges will be dropped and defendants transferred to the custody of the US Marshals upon said expected indictment.

This is a tremendous advancement in the effort to make the county safe for all of our citizens. I cannot thank Bates County and Sheriff Chad Anderson enough for their patience and professionalism in the service of the warrants here in Pettis County. 

It is truly appreciated. A big shout out to Henry County Sheriff Kent Oberkrom as well. Our Task Force, deputies, fellow deputies, sheriffs, and police officers are committed to making a positive impact within not only our own jurisdictions but that of others. It is an honor to serve with them.

UPDATE:

Tony Meyer’s state charges: Trafficking x 2, Possession of a Controlled Substance x5, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm x 2, Resisting Arrest - $1,000,000.00 bond

Ricky Meyer’s state charge: Trafficking - $50,000.00 bond.

Federal indictment expected

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.

Motorcycle accident in Osceola

On Tuesday September 5th around 6:48 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol along with St. Clair County Sheriff's Deputies and Osceola Police Department responded to a motorcycle accident on 2nd Street in Osceola.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the northbound 2011 Honda Interstate Motorcycle driven by 26 year old Jesse W. Roberts of Osceola, Missouri failed to negotiate a curve, traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a utility pole.

Mr. Roberts sustained moderate injuries and he was transported by air ambulance to Cox South in Springfield, Missouri for treatment.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230487479