Rich Hill man seriously injured in Southern Missouri crash

On Friday May 10th around 2:30 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Lawrence County along with Lawrence County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a multiple vehicle accident on Missouri 96 Highway around two miles south of Miller.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2003 Cadillac Escalade driven by 73 year old Joseph W. Adams of Rich Hill, Missouri was eastbound when he attempted to pass a 2007 Freightliner Cascadia driven by 56 year old Jose R. Velasco of Horizon City, Texas. Mr. Adams then struck an oncoming 2001 Ford F-450 driven by 47 year old Jennifer L. Beyer of Miller, Missouri causing Adam's vehicle to overturn.

Mr. Adams sustained serious injuries in this accident and he was transported by Air Ambulance to Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri for treatment.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=240228859

 

Obituary- Jack Dale Carson

Jack “Happy Jack” Dale Carson, age 73, a resident of Garland, Kansas, passed away on Thursday May 9th, 2024. He was born April 4, 1951 in Fort Scott, Kansas, the son of Kenneth and Effie (Beerbower) Carson. Jack married Donna Young on March 30th, 1976 and later divorced. Jack served his country in the United States Army and Kansas Army National Guard for many years. 

He was a jack of all trades but specialized in roofing and construction. Jack was a born story teller and was a true child of the 60s. He loved playing the guitar and harmonica and making music. He never knew a stranger and loved to have a good time with his family and friends. Jack left a lasting mark on this world and will never be forgotten.

Survivors include his 4 daughters, Jackie Brown (Aaron), Jamie Beckman, Jessica Carson (Dustin), and Jeannie Carson (Tommy). 11 grandchildren, Bailley (Jake), Bryce, Brett, Samantha, Adryan (Josh), Amber, Jackson, Riley, Ruby, Reese, and Remy. 4 great grandchildren, Cooper, Iris, Addy, and Westley. As well as many cousins and life long friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donna, and infant granddaughter, Reagan.

There was cremation. The family will receive friends from 9:30 to 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 17, 2024 at the Cheney Witt Chapel. There will be a celebration for Jack on Saturday May 18 at the large shelter house at Elm Creek at 1:00. Memorials are suggested to the Jack Carson Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main St. P.O. Box 347, Fort Scott, KS. 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Obituary - Maureen Bernice McBrien

Maureen Bernice "Bobbi" McBrien, age 73 of Foster, Missouri passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024. She was born on November 6, 1950, the daughter of William A. and Bernice V. (Monslow) McConnell in Kansas City, Kansas. 

Growing up and living in Kansas City she graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School in 1968. Maureen lived in Kansas City until 1996, then moved and lived in Foster, Missouri.

Bobbi is survived by four children, Stephen L. Dyson Jr., Kelly Jean Peck, Casey D. McBrien and Billy J. McBrien, nine grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.There are no services scheduled at this time. Online condolences may be left at www.heuserfunerals.com

Archie High School Graduation Ceremony

Archie High Schools Graduation Ceremony will be this Sunday at 2:00 pm in the Archie High School Dome

Drexel Bobcats Baseball picks up district win tonight

The Drexel Bobcats Varsity Baseball team defeated Santa Fe today in the first round of districts, 10-8. The Bobcats will play #1 seeded Wellington-Napoleon on Monday, May 5th at 5:00. 

There is rain in the forecast so there is a chance the game could be moved to Tuesday. We will keep you posted.

Butler Bears Baseball gets district win tonight against Sherwood

Butler Sophomore Jake Chandler collected three hits in four at bats, as the Bears defeated the Sherwood Marksmen 14-2 on Friday in the first round of district play in Holden.

Chandler tripled in the fourth inning, singled in the first inning, and singled in the third inning. Sherwood got on the board in the top of the first inning after Butler committed an error, and Wade Green lined out, each scoring one run.

Butler took the lead in the bottom of the first inning after Sherwood Marksmen committed an error, Brandon Hammett singled, and Breydan Heckadon singled, each scoring one run.

Butler Varsity Bears scored five runs on two hits in the bottom of the second inning. Layson Wiedenmann induced Hammett to hit into a fielder's choice, but one run scored, Sophomore Bryson Kash was struck by a pitch, driving in a run, Heckadon grounded out, scoring one run, and Cohen Wilson singled, scoring two runs. 

The Bears added one run in the third after Kash grounded out. Butler Varsity Bears scored five runs on three hits in the bottom of the fourth inning.

Senior Cameron Anderson drew a walk, scoring one run, Chandler tripled, scoring three runs, and Chandler scored after tagging up. Junior Eli Cox earned the win for The Bears. 

The righty gave up one hit and zero runs over three innings, striking out four and walking one. Senior Maddox Fennewald started the game for the Bears. They gave up one hit and two runs (zero earned) over two innings, striking out two and walking none. Wiedenmann started the game for Sherwood.

The right-handed pitcher surrendered five hits and eight runs (six earned) over one and two-thirds innings, striking out one and walking none. Butler tallied nine hits in the game. 

Hammett and Wilson each collected multiple hits for the Bears. Anderson paced Butler with two walks. Overall, the team had patience at the plate, collecting six walks for the game. Chandler stole two bases. Butler stole five bases in the game. 

The Bears turned one double play in the game. Shane Brownfield led Sherwood Marksmen with two hits in three at bats from the leadoff position.

The Butler Bears Baseball team will now move on to play the Lone Jack Mules on Monday at 6:15 p.m. in Holden. 

State Farm Student Athlete of the week

We are excited to announce our last Athlete of the Week of this school year. As part of being a Good Neighbor, Athlete of the Week allows us to give recognition to the hard working athletes in the area. We have had another great year of recognizing many great athletes!

Congratulations to Tandee Hiser for being selected as this weeks Athlete of the Week! Tandee was nominated by Coach Courter who stated, "on Monday, April 29, Tandee broke both the school and Ozark Highlands Conference record in the pole vault with a vault of 3.75 meters (12’ 3.75"). As of May 2, this mark leads not just Missouri Class 2, but all classes in the state as well as being the highest freshman girls vault in the country. This also qualifies her for the Nike Outdoor Nationals to be held in June in Eugene, Oregon.”

About Tandee:
Tandee is a freshman at Butler High School. She is involved in volleyball and track. We asked Tandee what she believes it takes to become an elite athlete. She told us, "a lot of time and dedication. You must put in a lot of practice and spend time outside of the regular practice hours." The most influential person in Tandee’s track career is her brother, Jaxon Hiser. She explains how she looks up to him in pole vault and he teachers her a lot about the sport.
•Favorite sport: track or volleyball
•Goal for pole vault: beat the class 2 state record
•What keeps her motivated for pole vault: continuing to get higher heights and beating her personal records.
•Favorite sonic drink: cherry limeade

Our team here at Kellie Davidson State Farm wants to wish Tandee the best of luck as she competes at sectionals tomorrow!

Pictured left to right: Kellie Davidson, State Farm; Tandee Hiser, daughter of Jason and Ashlee Hiser; Baylie Pitts, State Farm.

 

2024 Hume High School Graduate Spotlight!

2024 Hume High School Graduate Spotlight! Etienne Wepener graduated as the Salutatorian and will pursue a degree in Chemical Engineering at Missouri Science and Technology in Rolla, Missouri. Missouri Science and Technology is one of the country’s 31 Regional Innovation and Technology Hubs. 

His combined academic scholarships total over $35,000 and he was accepted into both the Kummer Vanguard Scholars program and the Honors Academy Program. 

Etienne has goals for medical school upon completion of his undergraduate degree and a desire to provide healthcare to rural communities. Keep up the good work and congratulations on all of your accomplishments!