Cooler temperatures arrive in time for the weekend

Cooler temperatures arrive in time for the weekend. Will some see the first frost of the season? It's certainly a possibility! Stay tuned to the forecast this weekend.

Obituary - Richard “Rick” Lee Heckadon, Sr.

Richard “Rick” Lee Heckadon, Sr. was born on November 2, 1955 in Butler, Missouri to Ellsworth and Betty (Dowen) Heckadon. Rick left this life on September 27, 2023 at 12:40 a.m. at his home. He was 67 years old.

Rick was a jack of all trades. Most of his life he drove a truck, worked as a mechanic, was a construction worker, and a carpenter. 

Rick loved hunting and fishing and playing pool; his favorite pastime was hanging out and playing with the grandkids. Most of all, Rick was a son, husband, brother, dad, uncle, “Popo”, great-grandpa, and friend.

Rick is survived by his wife of 46 years, Mae (Phelps) Heckadon of the home; four children, Richard (Rachel) Heckadon Jr. of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, Bethie Jo (Mike) Gardner of Rich Hill, Missouri, Ellsworth Heckadon of Rich Hill, Missouri, Candie (Daniel) Bledsoe of Falls City, Nebraska; and his seven siblings; nine grandkids, Sebastian and Noah Gardner of Harrisonville, Missouri, Taylor Heckadon of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, Nuria (Jillian) Slama of Humboldt, Nebraska; Dwight and Aiyana Bledsoe of Falls City, Nebraska, Haylee, Haven, and Holly Heckadon of Rich Hill, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.

Rick is preceded in death by his parents, Ellsworth and Betty Heckadon; two siblings, Barbara Jean and Michael David; and one nephew, Kendall Heckadon; and many friends.

A family gathering will be announced at a later date.

Rogers wins 300th career game as Bulldogs head coach

We would like to congratulate El Dorado Springs Head Volleyball Coach Ashley Rogers for winning her 300th game as a head coach!!

Coach Rogers was a player on the El Dorado Springs State Runner-up volleyball team in 1998 and also a player on the 1999 State Championship team! 

Coach Rogers had one previous head coaching job before coming back home and continuing the winning tradition of Bulldog Volleyball. Coach Rogers and her players past and present are to be commended for achieving this awesome milestone.

Congratulations Coach Ashley Rogers!

Obituary - Victor Gene Clark

Our dear father, Victor Gene Clark, passed away at his home in Mound City, Kansas, on Monday, October 2, 2023. Vic was 85 years old. Vic was born in Medicine Lodge, Kansas, on August 23, 1938, to parents Mary Jane (Sharp) and Oliver Francis Clark. 

Vic served in the U.S. Air Force in Waco, Texas, where he met JoAnn Harding, and they were married in 1957. After living in Waco and the Shawnee, Kansas area, Vic and Jo moved to Mound City in 1970.

Vic is preceded in death by his beloved wife, JoAnn; his grandson, Logan David Clark; his parents; and two of his siblings, Betty and Richard. 

He is remembered with great love by his children and their spouses, David & Pam Clark, Sherry & Van Richardson, Randy & Kelly Clark, Michelle Clark & Brad Stephenson, Carlos Gutierrez & Sarai Justes; grandchildren Brandon Clark, Megan Miller, Nicolas Clark, Erin Holzhauer, Colby Willard, Alex Clark, Allie Stephenson, Devon Conner, Tucker Stephenson, Austin Richardson, and Lola Gutierrez; great- grandchildren Brody, Veia, Jack, Stratton, Hudsyn, Averie, Brya, Sage, Cecilia, Landen, James, and Arthur; and his dog Duke. Vic also leaves his brother Bud and sister Darlene, brothers and sisters-in-law, cousins, many nieces, nephews, and cherished friends.

Graveside service will be 10 am Friday, October 6, 2023 at the Woodland Cemetery in Mound City, Kansas. Memorial contributions are suggested to Mound City Christian Church Youth Fund. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

We're happy to announce a NEW listening opportunity at KNEM/KNMO Radio!

We're happy to announce a NEW listening opportunity at KNEM/KNMO Radio in Nevada!

We have now put on the air SUNNY 99.9! You'll find the best in Adult Contemporary Hit music with a great mix from the 80's, 90's and through today. We hope you check it out and enjoy it.

We'll be making more tweaks to it as time goes on. It's not available for online streaming yet, but we'll keep you posted.

PLEASE NOTE...there are NO CHANGES to 97.5 FM "Double K Country" (other than a new logo). You will continue to find all the local news, weather, sports and other information along with the great country music as you always have.

Thank you to all of our listeners and advertising partners for allowing us to serve you. We hope you'll enjoy the new additions as we continue to evolve.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at (417) 667-3113 or by email at mharbit@knemknmo.com.

Montrose man seriously injured in Henry County rollover accident

On Tuesday October 3rd around 4:00 a.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Henry County along with Henry County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle rollover accident on Missouri 52 Highway and CR SW 951 in rural Henry County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the eastbound 2006 Honda Pilot driven by 29 year old Nicholas A. Turner of Montrose, Missouri struck a cow in the roadway, after impacting the cow the vehicle ran off the left side of the roadway and overturn.

Mr. Turner sustained serious injuries and he was transported to Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Missouri for treatment.

View crash report below:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230535332

BCMH Celebrates Healthcare Food Services Week

We at BCMH believe making nourishing food for other people should be a love language, who agrees?

Dietary professionals play an integral role in helping staff and patients stay well nourished and healthy, and we're recognizing this fabulous team for Healthcare Food Services Week (October 1-7).

Comment with your favorite meal or dessert, and help us say Happy Nutrition Services Week to (front row, left to right) Jennifer Lindquist, RDN/LDN; Susan Baptista, Nutrition Services Supervisor; Breanna Case. Back row: Taylor Lockard, Sharon Huston, Lorrie Swarnes, Brick Wilburn, Wendi Daniel. Not pictured: Maria Groening and Jeanna Breckenridge.

See job openings for this department: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6022998.careers?CareersSearch

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