2024 Rich Hill parade marshals announced

We would like to congratulate the 2024 Rich Hill parade marshals Dean Keiser and Frank Droz. 

Dean owned Western Auto, The Feed Store and later delivered Meals on Wheels with his friend Frank for years. Dean is an avid story teller and has a great sense of humor. Frank, also born and raised in Rich Hill, was a communications mechanic in the Korean War and later was the metal working/welding teacher at Raytown HS. 

Frank was a true gentleman and known for his love of all animals who joined him on his pecan farm west of town not far from Dean. Unfortunately Frank passed away this past Friday. Please join us in celebrating their contributions to our community.

Lighting Strike kills one at the Holden Chamber of Commerce Rodeo

On June 28, 2024 at 11:09 PM, Emergency Services responded to the Holden Chamber of Commerce Rodeo at the City of Holden Park in regard to a person struck by lighting in the parking area. 

The person struck was identified as 53 year old male. Emergency personnel responded and life saving assistance was rendered. 

The person was transported from the scene and later succumbed to his injuries. The Holden Police Department sends our condolences to the family.

Multiple sheriff's agency work together to take down fugitive

On 7/01/24, at approximately 300am, Bates County Deputies were advised of a domestic assault that occurred in Vernon County where the suspect was gone on arrival of law enforcement. A description was broadcasted of the vehicle involved to the deputies and that the suspect may be armed. 

At approximately 330am a Bates County Deputy observed the vehicle in the Passaic area. The Deputy attempted to stop the vehicle and it failed to stop. The Deputy began to chase the vehicle where it eventually made its way back to I49. The pursuit continued northbound from Passaic into Cass County. Additional deputies responded from home to assist in the pursuit.

At approximately mile marker 156 the Cass County Sheriff's Office successfully deployed spike strips deflating at least one tire. Shortly after the spike strips were deployed a Bates County K9 Unit deployed the Grappler bringing the pursuit to a safe stop. The suspect then exited the vehicle and ran on foot. The Bates County Deputy deployed K9 Falco who apprehended the suspect until deputies were able to place him into handcuffs.

The suspect was then transported to the Bates County Memorial Hospital to receive treatment for a laceration he received during the original domestic in Vernon County and minor inquiries received from the dog apprehension. 

While at the hospital the subject became combative with the deputy who had to physically restrain him on the floor until additional officer could arrive to assist.

The driver is identified as Joseph A Henderson 11/1/1982 of Kansas City Mo. Henderson was wanted by the US Marshals on a Federal Probation and Parole warrant for Resisting Arrest and an Unlawful Use of a Weapons charge. Henderson was booked into Bates County Jail on his no bond federal warrant. Henderson will be turned over to the US Marshals and his Bates County Charges are being forwarded to the Bates County Prosecutor.

Sheriff Anderson say, "This is a fine example of law enforcement working together across imaginary lines to take career criminals off the streets. We are proud of the great working relationship we have with the men and women of the Cass County Sheriff's Office."

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.

Adrian man arrested for domestic assault in Butler

On June 28, 2024 Bates County was notified of a domestic assault that occurred in Butler. The report was that a male was allegedly assaulting a female and chocking her and then later struck a young child in the back seat. Witnesses provided a video to the Sheriff's Office in an attempt to help identify the truck and the occupants. 

Approximately 3 hours later, the Sheriff observed a vehicle pulling into the parking lot of LP Mart in Adrian that matched the description of the truck. The occupants in the truck appeared to be arguing. At the same time dispatch was putting out a call for service dispatching deputies to a residence in regards to the domestic call earlier in Butler. Once on seen the deputies were able to identify the suspect as Justin Hough 2/11/1989.

As Hough exited the parking lot of the LP Mart the Sheriff and an Adrian Police Officer made a traffic stop at 18 Highway and Business 49 in Adrian. Hough had visible signs of scratches on his face and marks on his hands. Hough was taken into custody. The female party was interviewed and serious injuries to her face were documented. Hough was taken to the Bates County Jail were he was booked for Domestic Assault and Child Endangerment.

A hotline was placed to the Child Abuse Hotline so that family services could be involved to ensure the safety of the children. For the time being the children were released to the grandmother.
Hough has been charged with Domestic Assault and Child Endangerment with a bond set at $30,000 Cash Only. Additional charges may be filed once the Prosecutor reviews the entire case file.

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.

Rhua Gold Steiner for Little Miss Bates County

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Adrian Head Start is accepting applications for children ages 3-5

Adrian Head Start is accepting applications for children ages 3-5. Head Start is a free preschool program. If interested in applying your child please call 816-827-7999.

2024 Bates County Fair Schedule

 

Obituary - Michael James Parks

Michael James Parks, age 51 of Pleasanton, Kansas passed away at the University of Kansas Medical Center on June 23, 2024. Michael was born the son of Marlin Ray and Linda Harris Parks on October 6, 1972 in Harrisonville, Missouri. He graduated from Harrisonville High School. 

He worked in construction as a driller and blaster. Michael enjoyed fishing, watching westerns and loved the Kansas City Chiefs. He was preceded in death by his father, and a sister, Susan Parks. He is survived by his mother, a nephew, Luke and two nieces, Kaylee and Pam.

There are no services scheduled at this time. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, these may be sent in care of the Schneider Funeral Home P.O. Box 525 Pleasanton, Kansas 66075. Online condolences may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com