Thursday, January 11, 2024

Short pursuit leads to arrest in St. Clair County

On January 5, 2024 St. Clair County deputies responded to Southeast TT Highway for a report of threats with firearm. Suspects left the scene and after a short pursuit, deputies were able to detain three subjects. 

Jeffery Fensom was arrested and charged with Resisting Arrest/Detention/Stop by Fleeing-Creating a Substantial Risk of Serious Injury/Death to Any Person, Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. 

Lance Spencer was arrested and is being charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Armed Criminal Action, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia- Amphetamine or Methamphetamine, and Assault 1st Degree or Attempt- Serious Physical Injury or Special Victim. 

Dani Spencer was arrested and is being charged with Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia- Amphetamine or Methamphetamine.

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.

Butler man arrested after traffic stop

On Wednesday January 10th around 3:07 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County arrested 48 year old William A. McCloud of Butler, Missouri after a traffic stop.

Mr. McCloud was arrested on the following warrants 1.) Felony Bates County Sheriff's Office Warrant - Dangerous Drugs 2.) Driving While Suspended 3.) Misdemeanor Traffic Warrants (X3).

William A. McCloud was booked into the Bates County Jail in Butler and he is currently listed as bondable.

View arrest report below:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP71/ArrestDetailsAction?TW01REPORTNUMBER=I482103A

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.

Obituary - Marion Sue Harris

Marion Sue Harris, age 73, of Belton Missouri passed away on January 9, 2024. She was born in Clinton, Oklahoma on August 1, 1950, to Frank and Billie Sills. Marion "Sue" was raised and lived in Wichita, Kansas where she met her husband William Martin Harris. Sue was a wife, mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother. 

She dedicated her life to loving and caring for every person that she met. Most of all she was a proud grandmother to 8 grandchildren, Kennedi, Astin, Brianne, Krystian, Mkai, Ayden, Brian, and Reygan. These grandchildren truly were the light and joy of her life.

Growing up with a father that worked hard as a machinist and a mother as a registered nurse, Sue instilled a strong work ethic into her family, leading by example, and doing anything it took to provide for her loved ones, including the numerous pets her children brought home to live in the backyard! Her generosity exuded and she always welcomed friends and family with open arms into her home. It was the simple things in life that brought joy to Sue, home cooked family meals, cheering on her children in sports, camping at the lake, laughing with her grandchildren, or just a quiet movie and popcorn date night with her husband.

"In Everything, do unto others as you would have them do to you". This is the golden rule Sue lived by and instilled in her family. She carried on her spiritual mentorship from her parents and always stayed faithful through good and tough times. Her legacy of warmth, her contagious laugh and smile, her kindness and inclusive spirit will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Sue is survived by her husband William M. Harris and two sons, Kurtis Jantz and daughter 'n law Yasmine Boisson and son Brian Jantz and daughter 'n law Sue Ann Jantz, brother David Sills and sister 'n law Sandy Sills, brother Brad Sills and sister 'n law Tessa Sills.

May Grandma Sue rest in peace. Cremation with Celebration of life in Spring.

Butler man escapes serious injury in Bates County crash

On Tuesday January 9th around 10:00 a.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County along with Ellett Memorial Hospital EMS and Bates County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle accident on H Highway just west of KK Highway neat the county line.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the westbound 2008 Toyota Highlander driven by 56 year old Michael N. Ruff of Butler, Missouri lost control on the wet roadway and struck and fence and ditch.

Mr. Ruff sustained minor injuries and he was transported by ambulance to the Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler for treatment.

View crash report below:

Nevada woman injured in two vehicle crash in Vernon County

On Wednesday January 10th around 7:25 a.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Vernon County along with Vernon County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a two vehicle accident on BB Highway around 2 miles south of Nevada/

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when northbound 2015 Chevrolet Cruze driven by a 17 year old juvenile female from Nevada, MO was northbound and failed to yield to, and pulled into the path of, a southbound 2023 Jeep Gladiator driven by 65 year old Lisa Francis from Nevada, MO.

Lisa Francis sustained minor injuries and she was transported by EMS to Nevada Regional Medical Center for treatment.

View crash report below:

Next snowfall tonight into Friday

Snowfall expected to begin tonight into Friday Morning. Far northern Missouri can expect highest amounts. Light icing is possible tonight which may create a few slick spots early Friday morning.


Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Obituary - Julia Fern Haggard

Julia Fern Haggard, age 50, a resident of Pittsburg, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, January 6, 2024, at her home in Pittsburg. She was born November 30, 1973, in Pittsburg, Kansas the daughter of Harriett Walker Wisdom and Gary Falletti. Julie graduated from the Ft. Scott High School with the Class of 1992. 

She married John Haggard on December 3, 1994, at Pittsburg, Kansas. Julie had worked for several years at Wal-Mart in Ft. Scott. John and Julie later lived in Texas for several years before moving to Pittsburg. Julie loved sports of all kinds. 

She was a great fan of the Ft. Scott Tigers and of the Pittsburg State Gorillas and went to as many of their games as possible. She also enjoyed country western music. Some of her favorite singers were Kenny Rogers, Garth Brooks and George Strait. Julie had a gentle spirit and loved animals.

Survivors include her husband, John, of the home; two sisters, Amy Nance and Dustee Craddock-Harrison as well as her father, Gary Falletti. Also surviving are her mother-in-law, Barbara Haggard, an aunt, Elizabeth “Alee” Walker, an uncle, Mike Falletti and numerus nieces and nephews and many close friends. Julie was preceded in death by her mother and grandparents.

Rev. Dustin Morris will conduct a memorial service at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 17th at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the Julie Haggard Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Obituary - Matthew Aaron Smith

Matthew Aaron Smith, 39, of Urich, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Saturday, January 6, 2024 at his home. He was born July 25, 1984 in Kansas City, Mo., the son of George Ray Smith, Jr., and Vonna Rae (Shatwell) Smith.

Matthew was formerly employed as a forklift operator for Church & Dwight Company, formerly Arm & Hammer, in Harrisonville, Mo. He enjoyed all sports but especially baseball and football.

Surviving are his mother, Vonna Smith of the home; one brother, Michael Smith, Urich, Mo.; one niece, Hailey Smith, Urich, Mo.; and several step-brothers and step-sisters.

No services are planned at this time. The family requests donations to assist with the funeral expenses. These donations may be left with the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com.

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