Adrian Blackhawks blank Sherwood to open football season

The Adrian Blackhawks opened their season tonight with a 43-8 victory over the Sherwood Marksmen. The Blackhawks lead this contest 35-0 at halftime and really dominated the entirety of the game. 

Up next for the Blackhawks in a tough battle as Adrian hosts the Warsaw Wildcats in the home opener next week. 

Please enjoy some photos from tonight's game, Courtesy of the Adrian News Leader.

Obituary - Linda Susan Dodd

Linda Susan Dodd, age 72, of Belton, Missouri passed away peacefully at Beautiful Savior Home on August 29, 2024.

A celebration of life visitation will be held from 5-6:00 p.m. Friday, September 13, 2024, at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083.

Linda was born in Springfield, Missouri on January 24, 1952, the daughter of James Dodd and Jamie Slagle. In life, Linda was a homemaker raising her wonderful son, Ronnie. Linda had a passion for motorcycles and was a member of the Galloping Goose Motorcycle Club for many years.

Linda was preceded in death by her loving parents, James and Jamie Dodd.

She is survived by her loving son, Ronnie Dodd (Roz); three brothers, Jim Dodd (Gwen), Stacy Dodd (Stephanie), and Shawn Dodd (Tanya Klue); and one sister, Darlene Culhane.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Best Wishes Brionna

For the few short years she has been with us, Brionna Smith, LCSW made a positive impact on our patients, employees and community. 

Today marks her last day with Family Care clinics as she has decided to pursue other opportunities closer to her home base. 

With all our heart(s), we want to wish Brionna Smith, LCSW a very bright and happy future. Thank you for everything you did for us here at BCMH.

Obituary - Patricia Ann (Webber) Dyke

Patricia Ann (Webber) Dyke, 87, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at her home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO, with the visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow services in Lee's Summit Historical Cemetery in Lee's Summit, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association or ASPCA.

Patricia was born in Kansas City, MO, on September 10, 1936, but was raised in Pleasant Hill and Greenwood, MO, by her single mother, Cecil, along with her sister and brother. The family moved to Lee’s Summit for her senior year in high school, where she graduated in 1954 from Lee’s Summit High School. She married James Dyke in 1955, and son, Bradley, and daughter, Heather, arrived a few years later. Patricia attended the First Presbyterian Church of Lee’s Summit, and was employed as a PBX operator at John Knox Village for many years. Until her health declined, she was a member of the League of Women Voters and worked on voter registration drives. Patricia was an outspoken champion of humanitarian causes, and did her best to challenge racism and to support women’s rights. She never faltered in her support of public education. She set a strong moral tone and was fearless in her advocacy.

Patricia’s life was built around her two children, and numerous relatives and friends—and her dogs: she rescued several over the years and gave them a good home. She loved nothing better than to have company, and welcomed everyone to her home. She will be sorely missed by all those who knew her and spent time with her. She was grateful for all the care she received as her health declined. She was steadfast in her faith and was comforted in her final days knowing that she would soon be with her Lord and her husband in the hereafter.

Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, James, in 1998; her mother, Cecil Bradshaw, in 1998; her elder sister, Hester; and her brother, Curtis. She is survived by her son, Bradley, of the home; daughter, Heather, of Cumming, GA; and many extended family members and friends.

Obituary - Raeann May Morales

Raeann May Morales, of Nevada, MO, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 23, 2024, at the age of 53.

Raeann was born May 2, 1971, in Redline, CA and was a high school graduate. She enjoyed Paint by Number and cooking. She was a member of the St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church in El Dorado Springs, MO. Raeann has worked as a care giver for many years.

Raeann leaves behind two sons; Noah Acosta and Jacob Morales, both of Nevada, MO; two daughters, Kayla Acosta, El Dorado Springs, MO and Shelby Ore, Nevada, MO; her mother, Marie Mowry; two sisters, Renee Martin of CA and Rhonda Daw of AZ; and one grandson, Bruce Ore. She was preceded by her dad, James Mowry.

She will be laid to rest in the Moore Catholic Cemetery, Filley, MO. Service date and time will be announced at a later time.

Ribbon cutting for Brew Haven

The Butler Chamber held a RIBBON CUTTING for Brew Haven as they are having a couple of soft openings before there GRAND OPENING to the public on September 3rd!

We had an opportunity to purchase an amazing cup of iced coffee while we were in there, and we can’t wait to have them officially start serving our community!

Be sure to stop by next week when they officially open!

Kansas pursuit end in Bates County

On August 27, Deputies were notified of a pursuit that was initiated by the Miami County Sheriff’s Office that was entering Bates County. Deputies were able to intercept and join the pursuit on State Route AA.

Deputies from Bates County were able to deploy stop sticks and hit one of the tires on the fleeing vehicle. A short time later the vehicle crashed at the intersection of County Road 5001 and the Bates/Cass county line.

The driver of the vehicle was taken into custody without further incident and was transported to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office Jail.

Missing elderly man found safe in Bates County with help from UAV Drones

On August 29th Deputies were contacted in regards to a possible missing elderly man from Appleton City, MO who was last seen in the rural Adrian, MO area. 

It was reported the elderly male had a declining mental status and he did not know where he was. Deputies conducted an extensive area canvas. As more information came in drone Deputies responded to the area and conducted a search with the department’s UAV drones.

The elderly subject was located with the drones that were able to guide deputies to the male subject. The male subject was transported by EMS for evaluation to a local hospital.

*The photo below is not an actual photo of the male subject that was located, this is a reference to show the equipment used*