Obituary - Kenneth Louis Horning

Kenneth Louis Horning of Nevada, MO passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Freeman Hospital West in Joplin, MO at the age of 80. Kenneth was born on October 14, 1943, in Vernon County to John and Dolly Horning and lived in the Vernon and Cedar County areas all his life. On April 17, 1968, Kenneth was united in marriage to Norma Jean Hutchison, the love of his life. They shared 35 years of devoted love and marriage.

Kenneth grew up with a strong sense of duty and responsibility, values that carried him through life. He worked as a caregiver at Nevada State Hospital and as a custodian for the Nevada R-5 school district. He was known and respected as an exceptionally hard worker and believed in doing things the right way.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Norma, whom he adored and missed dearly. He was a man of few words but endless devotion. Norma was the light of his life, his constant companion, and his greatest source of joy. Together, they built a life full of shared dreams, quiet moments, and deep affection. To anyone who knew them, their love was undeniable, a bond that could never diminish.

Kenneth’s impact on his family will be remembered, and he is survived by his son, Kenny Horning; his sister, Alma Stroer of Nevada; and his brother, Dwaine Horning of El Dorado Springs. Additionally, he leaves behind many cherished cousins, nieces, and nephews.

A service to celebrate Kenneth’s life will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, October 14, 2024 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, MO.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Friends of the Ballard FFA Dinner and Labor Auction

Join us for dinner and then attend the labor auction where you can purchase a student for eight hours of work.

Public Service Announcement from the Harrisonville Area Chamber of Commerce

We have received concerns posted to a local Facebook group about the carnival we hosted during the Log Cabin Festival. Unfortunately, the chamber was not a "member" of this Facebook group until last night and was unaware of these posts.

We are currently investigating the issues detailed within that group. In the future, we would encourage anyone concerned about the festival to contact the chamber directly through Facebook messenger, by calling 816-380-5271, or by stopping in to see us at our office.

The chamber works to maintain a festival environment that is fun and, above all else, safe. We have worked with our carnival provider for five years and this is the first time we have received any serious complaints concerning safety procedures.

We will fully investigate all concerns and do our best to address them before the next festival. We thank everyone for their support and we will see you next year!

- Harrisonville Area Chamber of Commerce

Aftershock 14U Softball Team Storm Back To Defeat Kc Rivers dawgs

Aftershock 14U Storm Back To Defeat Kc Rivers dawgs
By Gamechanger Media...

Aftershock 14U trailed by as many as five, but came back to defeat Kc Rivers dawgs on Saturday, 10-8. Kc Rivers dawgs got on the board in the top of the first inning after Emersyn drew a walk, scoring one run, Sara tripled, scoring three runs, and #22 singled, scoring one run.

AfterShock 14U scored five runs on two hits in the bottom of the first inning. Kamryn Fritts drew a walk, scoring one run, Lyla Eldred drew a walk, scoring one run, Kinley Cook doubled, scoring two runs, and a steal of home scored one run.

In the top of the second, Kc Rivers dawgs broke up the tie when Kayla doubled, scoring two runs. Then a ground out by Emersyn followed to extend the lead to 8-5.

AfterShock 14U flipped the game on its head in the bottom of the second, scoring five runs on three hits to take the lead, 10-8. The biggest blow in the inning was a single by Lyla Eldred on the sixth pitch of the at-bat that drove in two.

Ella Bauer earned the win for AfterShock 14U. The pitcher allowed zero hits and zero runs over one inning, striking out one and walking none. Sara took the loss for Kc Rivers dawgs. The pitcher went two-thirds of an inning, surrendering three runs on three hits, striking out two and walking two. Aryan Stodgell began the game for AfterShock 14U.

The right-handed pitcher gave up five hits and eight runs over two innings, striking out two and walking six. Emersyn led things off in the circle for Kc Rivers dawgs. The starter surrendered two hits and seven runs over one and one-third innings, striking out one and walking six.

Kinley Cook, the number eight hitter for AfterShock 14U, led the way with three runs batted in. The right-handed hitter went 2-for-2 on the day. Ella Bauer paced AfterShock 14U with two walks. Overall, the team had patience at the plate, amassing eight walks for the game. Kylee Murray, Kaidence Hudson, Lyla Eldred, Kamryn Fritts, and Ella Bauer each stole multiple bases for AfterShock 14U. AfterShock 14U ran wild on the base paths, amassing 20 stolen bases for the game.

Val, Chealsea, Kayla, Sara, and #22 each collected one hit for Kc Rivers dawgs. Sara went 1-for-1 at the plate and led the team with three runs batted in. Val and Chealsea each stole multiple bases for Kc Rivers dawgs. Kc Rivers dawgs had a strong eye at the plate, piling up six walks for the game. Kc Rivers dawgs stole eight bases in the game. Kc Rivers dawgs were sure-handed and didn't commit a single error.

Obituary - Roy Glenn Estes

Roy Glenn Estes, 85, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at his home. Services will be held Friday, October 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO with a visitation starting at 10:00 AM, followed by an interment at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO.

Roy was born August 1, 1939, to Temple Estes & Emily (Griffith) Estes in their home in rural Bates County, MO. He grew up in the rural Adrian area & attended elementary school at Silverdale & Merwin; Miami High School as a freshman and sophomore, then Adrian High School where he graduated in 1957. He was active in FFA, basketball & football. After school Roy married the love of his life, Sharon Marie Greer on August 20, 1961. They moved away for 4 years while Roy was in the United States Air Force, but they returned to Adrian to raise their family. He worked for Bendix/Allied-Signal for 30 years & retired in 1989. 

He spent many years raising his Limousin cattle & alfalfa hay on their farm. In "retirement" he worked driving school buses for Sharon until they both retired & began spending winters in Texas. He loved playing fast-pitch softball, spending time on the golf course & traveling across the country in their RV. He was a member of the Adrian VFW & attended the First Baptist Church of Adrian. He also cherished the time he could spend with family, especially spoiling his grandchildren & watching them grow up to become wonderful adults.

Roy is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters: Pearl Hicks and Maxine Rullo; niece, Angie Crippen; and nephew, David Craig. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Estes of Adrian, MO; daughter, Vickie Estes of Peculiar, MO; son, Kyle (Julie) Estes of New Braunfels, TX; grandson, Dakotah (Cayla) Estes; granddaughter, Jocilyn Estes; sister, Ruby Lockard; brother-in-law, Wayne Greer; and various nieces & nephews.

Bates County Brawl Demolition Derby knocks it out of the park

Wow what a great show last night, first off I want to thank all the drivers for coming to the Butler derby last night, we couldn't do what we do without you all,

To the Bates County Fair and the Bates County Fair Board, all I can say is Wow, what great people they have over there, To the guys that built the track and help get everything setup, you all knocked it out of the park, I want to thank each and every one of you, for giving R & S Derby Promotions the opportunity to come and put this show on for you all. We can't to see you all in 2025,

I also want to thank Razor Edge Productions for coming out and videoing and taking pictures last night at the Bates County Brawl, I hope to see you all back in 2025.

-  R & S Derby Promotions 

Obituary - Gerald L. “Jerry” Mildfelt

Gerald L. “Jerry” Mildfelt, age 92, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024, at his home. He was born December 13, 1931, in Perry, Oklahoma, the son of Joe Mildfelt and Catherine Endres Mildfelt. Jerry faithfully served his country with the United States Army from 1952-1954. He later went on to graduate from Ottawa University with a degree in finance. Jerry married Sue Karleskint on August 23, 1968, in Ft. Scott. Throughout his life, he worked at several banks, FDIC and RTC as an investigator. Following retirement, Jerry enjoyed fishing and gardening. One year, he raised over two hundred tomato plants. He was a member of the Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church.

Survivors include his wife, Sue, of the home; four sons, Tom Mildfelt (Sandy) of Parsons, Kansas, Mike Mildfelt (Debi) of Winfield, Kansas, Dan Mildfelt (Lisa) of Chanute, Kansas, and Todd Mildfelt, (Kelli) of Baldwin, Kansas, and a daughter, LeAnne Wiles (Kevin) of Parsons, Kansas. Also surviving are ten grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Gene and Tom Mildfelt, and two sisters, Nellie Mitchum and Ruth Steichen.

Father Yancey Burgess will conduct the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, October 8th at the Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church (Kennedy Gym). The Rosary will be recited at 9:30 A.M. prior to the Mass. Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the St. Mary’s Building Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Burnt playground in Butler rebuilt

Burnt playground in Butler rebuilt..

On Friday June 28th the Butler Fire Department along with Butler Police Department responded to the call of a playground fire behind the Ohio Street Methodist Church. The fire destroyed the playground equipment and temporally had the playground shut down. 

That was until this week when several crews worked hard to restore this equipment and build this playground back. The juvenile suspect was identified in this case however no further information was available.

Please don't destroy places like this its foolish! Be Better Humans!!