Three arrests made after traffic stop in Pittsburg Kansas

On Wednesday night, June 12, 2024, at approximately 9:36 PM, law enforcement officers with the Pittsburg Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for traffic violations in the 1000 block of E. 10th Street, in Pittsburg. Pittsburg Narcotics Investigators assisted with the traffic stop.

The Pittsburg Police Department’s K9 Officer was requested to assist with this traffic stop and as officers asked the occupants to exit the vehicle the front seat passenger, identified as 22-year-old William Tyrone Andre Phillips, of Parsons, climbed into the driver’s seat from the front passenger seat and drove away from the traffic stop. 

As Mr. Phillips drove away, he nearly struck officers with the vehicle. Officers began pursuing Mr. Phillips while other officers detained the two passengers who previously exited the vehicle. A brief vehicle pursuit ended when Mr. Phillips abandoned his vehicle and fled on foot. 

With a coordinated effort between officers, concerned citizens calling in, and the department’s K9, Mr. Phillips was located and taken into custody without incident. Inside the abandoned vehicle numerous suspected counterfeit fentanyl pills were located as well as a handgun. 

After Mr. Phillips was placed under arrest Officers searched the area for property discarded by Mr. Phillips. Pittsburg PD K9 Officer backtracked the route of the pursuit and located a box containing a large quantity of suspected counterfeit fentanyl pills believed to be discarded during the pursuit.

The two occupants, 45-year-old Jermaine Justin Oliver, of Fort Scott, and 24-year-old Tyreek Tutwiler, of Parsons, who were detained at the location of the original traffic stop, were found to have warrants for their arrest. Mr. Oliver had a traffic warrant out of Crawford County Kansas and Mr. Tutwiler had a traffic warrant out of Labette County Kansas. Both Mr. Tutwiler and Mr. Oliver were also found to be in possession of suspected counterfeit fentanyl pills.

Mr. Phillips was arrested for felony flee and elude, two counts of felony aggravated assault on law enforcement officer, felony distribution of narcotics, possession of narcotics, felony interference with law enforcement, misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia, and misdemeanor driving while a habitual violator.

Mr. Tutwiler was arrested for his Labette County warrant, felony distribution of narcotics, felony possession of narcotics, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.

Mr. Oliver was arrested for his Crawford County warrant, felony distribution of narcotics, felony possession of narcotics, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.

Mr. Phillips, Mr. Tutwiler, and Mr. Oliver were transported to the jail at the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office for booking and are currently being held without bond.

In total an estimated more than 1,000 suspected fentanyl pills were located stemming from this incident.

Mr. Phillips, Mr. Tutwiler, and Mr. Oliver are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

The investigation into this incident is ongoing at this time. Anyone having information related to this incident, or other crimes, is urged to contact the Pittsburg Police Department at (620) 231-1700, or at our automated tip line, (620) 231-TIPS (8477). Callers may remain anonymous.

William Tyrone Andre Phillips

Tyreek Tutwiler

Jermaine Justin Oliver

Drexel 4th of July Celebration

 

97th Birthday Card Shower For Raymond Crist

The family of Raymond Crist would like to request a card shower in honor of his 97th birthday on Saturday, June 29th. 

Please help us celebrate this momentous occasion by sending cards to 800 North Street, Butler. Thank You! 

Rich Hill's 4th of July 3rd-July 6th Schedule

Rich Hill's 4th of July 3rd-July 6th Schedule:

Wednesday-July 3rd:
6 p.m. The Children's Promenade registration at the bandstand
6:30 p.m. The Children's Promenade
Sponsored by 49 Floral
6:30 p.m. Baby Contest Registration at the bandstand/0-18 months-clothing allowed
7 p.m. Baby Contest
Sponsored by Bold Daisy Boutique
6-7 pm Pie Contest drop off-located in the Methodist Church basement
7 p.m. Pie Contest
7 p.m. Sand Volleyball Tournament
at the *East Park* (call or text Luke 660-464-0090 to sign up teams)
Sponsored by Pony Keg
8 p.m. Pie Contest at the bandstand
Sponsored by Citizens Bank of Amsterdam

Thursday-July 4th:
10 a.m. Car Show registration on the west side of Circle Park
12 p.m.-2 p.m. Car Show
Sponsored by BH Designs
1:45 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Parade line up at the corner of 1st and Olive
Registration form in comments
3 p.m. Parade starts
4 p.m. Cornhole Tournament
Sponsored by Rich Hill FFA
7 p.m. The STYX Illusion a tribute to the music of Styx and Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute bands at the bandstand Sponsored by Pete's
10 p.m. FIREWORKS!!

Friday-July 5th:
6:30 p.m. Nathan Ast Music
at the bandstand
8 p.m. Confederate Railroad
at the bandstand

Saturday-July 6th:
9 a.m Registration for 5K
10 a.m. "Run Like a Patriot" 5K
Sponsored by Muscle Brigade Gym
Time TBD: Badminton Tournament on the south side of West Park
6:30 p.m. The Duke Mason Band
at the bandstand
7:55 p.m. Leeanna Bell will be singing
The National Anthem at the bandstand
8 p.m. Sawyer Brown -FREE IN CONCERT
at the bandstand
9:30 p.m. Street Dance
by MooDaddy Entertainment DJ Services
on the curve of 5th Street

ALL OF OUR ENTERTAINMENT IS FREE.
BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIRS.
COOLERS ARE ALLOWED.
FOOD AND CRAFT BOOTHS WILL BE OPEN.
ALCOHOL IS NOT PERMITTED.
ANIMALS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
(Service animals are the exception.)

The carnival will be open 6 p.m.-10 p.m.-subject to change at the carnival's discretion.

Pre-sale wristbands are available at Food Fair until July 3rd for $25.
They will be $30 at the gate.

IF THERE ARE ANY UPDATES TO THE SCHEDULE, THEY WILL BE POSTED ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Two Nevada women injured in weekend rollover crash in Lawrence County

On Saturday June 15th around 3:15 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Lawrence County along with Lawrence County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle accident on I-44 around one mile west of Mt. Vernon, Missouri.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the eastbound 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by 59 year old Myra Bond of Nevada, Missouri travelled off the roadway and overturned.

Two passengers in the vehicle 21-year-old Hallie Bond of Nevada, MO and 25-year-old Hannah Bond of Nevada, MO, were taken by ambulance to Mercy Hospital in Joplin, MO with moderate injuries.

View crash report below:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=240300800

EL Dorado Springs Fire Department Activity Log

06-08-24 @ 1406 Hours. The EL Dorado Springs Fire Department responded 6 miles east on 54 Highway concerning a reported motor vehicle fire. 3 Trucks and 15 firefighters responded. Firefighters we're on scene for 1 hour and 31 minutes.

06-10-24 @ 1047 Hours. The EL Dorado Springs Fire Department responded to First and Oak streets concerning reported powerlines and power poles down.

06-10-24 @ 1057 Hours. The EL Dorado Springs Fire Department responded to east Field street concerning a reported lift assist with the ambulance crew.

06-11-24 @ 1027 Hours. The EL Dorado Springs Fire Department responded to Tiffin concerning a lift assist with the ambulance crew.

06-13-24 @ 1712 Hours. The EL Dorado Springs Fire Department responded to Stockton concerning a request from Stockton fire for a structure fire. 3 Trucks and 15 firefighters responded. Eldo fire was on scene for 2 hours and 36 minutes.

06-16-24 @ 1900 Hours. The EL Dorado Springs Fire Department responded to DD highway and SW 50 road concerning a reported motor vehicle incident. 3 Trucks and 16 firefighters responded. Firefighters we're on scene for 1 hour and 21 minutes.

Fatality accident in Benton County

On Saturday June 15th around 10:10 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Benton County along with Benton County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle crash on Round House Avenue north of Barley Road in rural Lincoln. 

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when 2024 Nissan Rogue driven by Dexter A. Moore, 36, of St. Clair, Missouri traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree.

Mr. Moore was pronounced dead at the scene of this accident and he was transported to the Benton County Coroner's Office. Next of kin notified.

View crash report below:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=240301712

Obituary - Thomas E. Goodbrake

Thomas Edwin Goodbrake, age 89, passed away at his home in Clinton, Mo., June 10, 2024 leaving behind a loving family.

Tom was born January 31, 1935 to Thomas Bristow and Bessie (Braun) Goodbrake on a small family farm southeast of Clinton. He attended New Harmony School, a one-room schoolhouse, through eighth grade.

In 1953, Tom graduated from Clinton High School, and made the move to Los Angeles, Ca. to work in the construction field with his Uncle Paul. From 1957-1961, Tom served as a sergeant in the US Army, and later served in the Army Reserves. In October 2022, he was privileged to take part in a veteran’s Honor Flight to Washington, DC to celebrate his service.

Returning to Clinton after his military service, Tom went to work with his dad on the family farm where they had cattle, row crops and a dairy operation.

Tom married Patricia Ann Irwin on February 13, 1959 at Pat’s family home in Kansas City, Mo. Their first son, Jeffrey Thomas was born September 28, 1961, and Rex Irwin completed the family on January 29, 1965. Together, Tom and Pat purchased their first farm, 180 acres just north of Clinton in 1961, and it was here they raised their boys.

Tom was proud to be a farmer. As his farm expanded over the years, he also created a construction company to build grain bins for local farmers. There is hardly a farm in Henry County without a Butler grain bin built by Tom, his sons, and their crew. He also took great pride in contributing to the farm community as a local MFA delegate, member of the Missouri Extension Board, a Rotary Exchange candidate to Indonesia, and a Director on the Board of MFA, Inc. in Columbia.

On January 14, 1994 Tom married Patsy Ellis at a small ceremony in Clinton. Patsy and Tom enjoyed traveling together, spending time at the Elks Lodge among friends, and wintering at their second home in Naples, Florida.

Proceeding Tom in death were his parents, T.B. and Bessie Goodbrake, and his first wife, Patricia.

Surviving are his wife Patsy, sister Jane (Goodbrake) Stack, his beloved sons, Jeff (Kelly) and Rex (Brandy), grandchildren Jessie (Craig) Thompson, Jared Goodbrake, and Reed and Rachel Goodbrake, and great-grandchildren Foster and Dexton Thompson and Myla Shelton.

Also surviving are Patsy’s children Mark (Donna) Ellis, Scott (Amy) Ellis and Cindy (Marcus) Hoberg, eleven grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Englewood Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Henry County Museum.

Tom will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. As a hard-working, simple man, who was happiest on his tractor, looking over his fields, surveying the crops with his boys, or “Waltzing Across Texas” with his beloved Patsy.