Horse rescue this morning in Harrisonville

This morning, The City of Harrisonville Electric Department was called to assist a horse that was tangled in two guy wires, in a field at the south end of Oakland Street.

Staff were able to cut one of the wires and free the horse’s leg. An equine veterinarian was called to evaluate the horse, who was able to walk away with some support.

Pleasant Hill Police Department seeking public assistance

The Pleasant Hill Police Department is in need of  help, to try and identify the female suspect or the truck in the pictures below. If you have any information please contact the department at 816-540-9109. Thank you!

Obituary - Karen Anglin

Karen Anglin, 55, Nevada, MO passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center in Overland Park, KS. Karen was born to US Citizens in Africa on August 20, 1968. They lived for thirteen years in Nigeria before coming to the States, first living briefly in Lisle, Illinois, and then in Texas.

She graduated from Travis High School in Austin, Texas, and earned a degree in Psychology from Sam Houston State University. Karen was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority. Afterward, she began her lifelong connection to healthcare by working in Medical Records at Southwest Memorial in Houston. From there, she wanted to be close to family and moved to Tulia, Texas, in 1995. Karen met her husband in 1995 in Tulia, Texas, at Swisher Memorial Hospital. Karen and Jason married on September 14, 1996, in Canyon, Texas.

Karen was also the best dog mom ever, from Schnauzers Jake, Otto, and Max to current German Shepherd Blitz and rescue Bay. Karen loved the Lord. She was driven to be in church every Sunday. Karen loved volunteering and acts of service, such as delivering meals on wheels. Karen followed Jason in his career development in moves from Tulia, TX, to Guymon, OK, and Guthrie, OK. While in Guthrie, OK, Karen’s greatest job and her God-felt gift and mission in life, son Blake and daughter Emma were born, then on to Atoka, OK, Sayre, OK, Muleshoe, TX, Port Lavaca & Victoria, TX, and Nevada, MO. For Karen, a new move was a new adventure. Another place to upgrade. Karen was a dedicated, loving wife to Jason and mother to Blake and Emma. Blake and Emma were her greatest job in life for many years. She loved working with kids, teaching at Vacation Bible Schools, and participating in a church after-school program.

Karen was adventurous and loved the outdoors, biking, hiking, and walking her dogs. Her newest adventure was Kayaking. Karen meant everything to her family.

In addition to her husband, Jason, son Blake, and daughter Emma, Karen is survived by her mother, Linda Clarke, Lubbock, TX; a sister, Felicia Hill (Brian), Nazareth, TX, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Peter I. Clarke.

Memorial services will be at 11:00a.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at the First Christian Church, Nevada, with Pastor Clayton Lopez of Fellowship Bible Church, Victoria, TX, officiating. Memorial contributions to the Nevada Animal Shelter are suggested and may be made in c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Drug arrest after traffic stop in Benton County

A shout out to our drug task force interdiction unit who operates within our county. The interdiction unit is equipped with a K9 and is attached to the MID Missouri Drug Task Force who we have been partnered with since I have been in office. Thank you for another job well done!

On July 12th at approximately 6:58 PM, a traffic stop was conducted near the junction of 52 Highway and Centerline Ave, Cole Camp. The driver, Carlos M. Hernandez 32, of Olathe Kansas, had an active warrant related to narcotics from Platte County Missouri.

While waiting for the confirmation of the warrant, a K9 sniff was conducted resulting in a search of the vehicle where a plethora of narcotics and drug related equipment was discovered. Approximately 41 grams of methamphetamine, 1.2 grams of cocaine, 4 hits of LSD, 7 grams of shrooms and a smorgasbord of mind-altering hallucinogens, 85 pills were counted, and were recovered.

Angela F. Barr 49, also of Olathe Kansas was arrested for being involved as well. This is also one of the cases that I have mentioned in the past about needing an animal shelter. Both suspects were arrested, the vehicle was towed and there was a small dog that had no place to go with the temperature being above 90 degrees. These people are from Kansas with no one to call the get the animal. Fortunately, someone was able to pick it up and keep it safe.

Both suspects were charged with Trafficking Drugs 2nd Degree, a class C Felony, Possession of a Controlled Substance, a class D Felony and Unlawful use of Drug Paraphernalia. They are currently being held in the Benton County Jail with $100,000 surety bonds.

Miami County Kansas Fair July 24th-July 27th

 

Water valve replacement & leak repair in the city of Archie

The City of Archie will be doing a valve replacement on Jackson Avenue between N. Truman and N. Wilson Streets on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. This will require that we shut down the water for the entire town from 9:00 PM to midnight.

We will prepare the site earlier in the day in anticipation of a quick repair and limited down time for the water to be off. This valve replacement is another in our quest to have enough valves in town that will allow isolation of smaller sections of town when a repair does need to be made.

Once this valve is replaced, we are hoping it will isolate the line so we can do a water main repair in the same location on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, which should only affect a few customers on N. Wilson Street and Jackson Avenue, who will be notified individually.

We thank you for your patience as we do these repairs and replacements throughout town. Please contact the City Hall with any questions, 816-293-5601.

Obituary - Sylvia Lavon Brooks

Sylvia Lavon Brooks of Nixa passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. She was born in Augusta, Kansas to Benjamin and Doris (Ruggles) Schlegal.

Sylvia will be remembered for her unwavering kindness that she extended to all those around her. Her deep faith in God was evident in the compassion she showed to others. Known for her passionate and adventurous spirit, Sylvia embraced life wholeheartedly.

Dedicated and skilled in her work, Sylvia's vibrant personality shone through in all her endeavors, leaving a lasting impact on her colleagues and customers. Her professional journey began as a waitress at B and B in Olathe, Kansas after graduating from high school. She cherished the interactions with her customers, particularly those who served in the military. Sylvia held a special bond with her boss, who instilled in her a strong work ethic that she carried throughout her career.

Transitioning into accounting and office management, Sylvia found fulfillment working for KCFX radio in Overland Park, Kansas. There, she had the privilege of meeting various music and sports personalities, with a particular fondness for encounters with Chiefs and Royals figures.

Venturing further afield to Houston, Texas to work at Panaco Oil Company, Sylvia embraced the new experiences that came her way. Whether navigating the loop around Houston or exploring Galveston's shores, she approached each adventure with enthusiasm.

Throughout her health challenges, Sylvia's compassionate heart continued to shine brightly as she touched the lives of all those who cared for her.

Sylvia is survived by her son Rick Brooks; daughter-in-law Rhonda Sherman; sister Treva Shoemaker; and grandson Josh Hessling. She is preceded in death by her parents; son Thomas Benjamin Brooks; and daughter-in-law Christine Brooks

Cremation with a Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Service details will be published once that information becomes available.

Case closed, for now

 

Back in May, Mid America Live and the News-Shopper ran a story regarding a local family who stated that their now deceased father, Eugene Miller was the victim of a fraudulent sale of his 38 acres in rural Bates county, including a home in Butler, to Homestead Equities, LLC. Prior to his death Miller strongly  contended that he never agreed to sell the property to anyone. Unfortunately he fell ill shortly after the transaction which took place late last year delaying  any legal or investigative action.

Our story helped prompt an investigation by the Department of Health and Senior Services who says the case is now closed and no further action will be taken on their part, citing that Miller is no longer alive to make a statement regarding the matter.

The DHSS representative said at this point the only recourse for the family would be through civil court action.

Original story HERE