Two arrested after police chase with stolen vehicle in Cass County

On February 23 at approximately 7:30 a.m., Deputies with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office were made aware of a stolen vehicle out of Clay County. Just after 9 a.m., Deputies identified the stolen vehicle near Ella St. and D St. in Belton.

The vehicle fled and a pursuit ensued. It eventually ended up in Grandview, where the Grandview, MO Police Department successfully deployed tire deflation devices.

After a few minutes, the vehicle spun out and crashed near Highgrove Rd. and Raytown Rd. in Grandview.

The driver of the stolen vehicle, 27-year-old Kayle Cooper of Butler, was taken into custody. She has an active felony probation and parole violation warrant.

35-year-old David Volland of Belton, who was the passenger, has been taken into custody on an active felony warrant.

Kayle Cooper of Butler has been charged with first degree tampering of a motor vehicle, which is a Class D Felony. She has also been charged with Resisting Arrest, which is a Class E Felony. There is no bond set for her at this time.

Mr. Volland does not face any charges from this incident.

Appleton City High School Bright Future Friday

ACHS Senior Tessa Schiereck has been accepted to Ozarks Technical Community College (OTC), State Fair Community College, and Pittsburg State University. 

Tessa is currently employed part-time at Dr. Payton's office as a Dental Assistant and her plans after graduation include attending OTC in Springfield to further her dental education. 

Congratulations, Tessa!

St. Clair County Deputy attacked by dog

February 17, 2024 at approximately 1445 hours, a St Clair County Deputy was attempting to serve a Full Order of Protection paper at a residence located on SW 574 road in rural St Clair County. The deputy exited the patrol vehicle and walked to the front door. The property owner opened the door a few inches to speak with the deputy. 

The deputy advised he had a paper for a resident of the home. The property owner fully opened the door, two dogs immediately exited the doorway. One dog attacked the deputy, biting the deputy on the hand. 

The deputy yanked his hand back and started to retreat. The dog pursued the deputy with his hackles up. The deputy, fending off the attack, pulled his service pistol and fired, striking the dog. 

The dog died on scene. The deputy was treated and received stitches at the emergency room and released.

Missing horse near Ballard

Missing horse on 18 Highway around 1 mile west of Ballard. The horse is a Appaloosa Mare and she has a faded orange halter on. Anyone who sees this horse send us a message and we will get you in touch with the owner.. Thank you!

Henry County Sheriff Kent Oberkrom announces retirement

On December 31, 2024, I will retire as your Sheriff, after having served for 28 years. First and foremost, I want to thank my wife Diane and our family for their loving support over the years. This career would not have been possible without each and every one of them. Secondly, thank you to the citizens of Henry County for your support, trust and the opportunity to serve as your Sheriff for seven terms. Your help with the campaigns, financial support and the many other ways you have given will always be deeply appreciated.

As I prepare to leave office, I reflect on the importance of the Office of Sheriff. Sheriffs are the only law enforcement officials that are directly accountable to the people. Other agency heads are appointed by elected officials. There is a very important difference and as you elect a new Sheriff this year, my hope is that each of you will consider carefully the duties, responsibilities, accountability, integrity of the person you vote for.

Many of you have never known any other Sheriff as they have served over the years. There have been many good ones, but also a few that have used the office to their own financial and political gain. Other than the election process, politics has no place in the Office of Sheriff in my opinion. We have treated all matters fairly, equally and within the constitution. Those values are essential for a Sheriff in the leadership that they show to their staff and the community they serve.

“By the grace of God go I”, is a phrase that I say frequently around the office. It has so many meanings for me and the way bad things work out most of the time, by having faith. My life has been touched by many great people. My parents, Sam and Pat Oberkrom, who taught me the value of hard work, my in-laws Neil and May Crayden for accepting me into their family with love and support and last but not least, JC Smith, my mentor, who helped me understand the true meaning of helping those in need to grow and become their best.

I look forward to working with the new Sheriff in transitioning the Office for the benefit of the citizens of Henry County. Thank you and may God bless each of you.

Kent

Tractor fire yesterday in rural El Dorado Springs

On Thursday February 22nd shorty after 10:00 a.m. the El Dorado Springs Fire Department responded to a tractor fire in the 600 block of EE Highway in rural El Dorado Springs.

Fire crews arrived on scene and stayed around 30 minutes putting out this fire. 

The tractor was a total loss and the cause of the fire is unknown to us at this time. No one was reported injured.

Elevated fire danger

Gusty winds, dry air and dormant fuels will create an elevated fire danger today. Be cautious with anything that might result in a spark today.

Drexel moves on to District Championship Game

The Drexel Bobcats defeated Montrose 62-28 in the district semifinals tonight. They will play on Saturday, 2/24 @ 6:00 pm against the Sheldon Panthers for the district championship in Hume. Let’s make sure to show up for our Bobcats!