Broken water main in Harrisonville

On Thursday, members of the City of Harrisonville Water and Streets Departments, worked to repair a broken water main near 801 S Commercial Street.

Crews began work shortly after 2 p.m., and worked until nearly 2 a.m. (12 straight hours)

As a result of the damage caused by the break and previous breaks in the area, crews were forced to replace 15 feet of water main.

We are grateful for our dedicated Public Works staff, as they worked long hours in high winds and cold temperatures to restore water flow to the affected businesses.

Obituary - Elda Mae Burch

Elda Mae Burch, 78, of Pleasanton, Kansas died Thursday, December 19, 2024 at Olathe Hospice House following a long battle with her health.

Elda Mae was born at home in Miami County on December 17, 1946 to Corval Wayne and Vera Mae (Craig) Day. Elda Mae attended Parker Grade School and graduated from Parker Rural High School with the Class of 1964. On October 30, 1966, Elda Mae married the love of her life, Raymond Lloyd Burch at Beagle United Methodist Church in Beagle, Kansas. 

Elda Mae greatly enjoyed being a dairyman's wife. She fed the calves, baled hay, and even raised hogs. She was busy from sun up to sun down. As her younger sister said, "breakfast was first thing in the morning, supper was just before bed and dinner was anytime in between." Elda Mae was a member of Beagle United Methodist Church but she regularly attended Pleasanton United Methodist Church.

Elda Mae's parents preceded her in death, her father in 1999 and her mother in 2014. She was also preceded in death by her brother Corval Lawrence Day in 1996; and one nephew, Larry Amer in 2024.

Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Raymond; her sister, Karen Kilbourn (Melvin); two sisters-in-law Brenda Day and Dorothy Meek; and eight nieces and nephews, Kenneth Meek, Darlene Norvel, Fred Meek (Monica), Craig Kilbourn (Stephany), Caleb Kilbourn (Beth), Courtney Hoskins (Jimmy), Corval "Max" Day, and Mara Day.

A Memorial Service for Elda Mae will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Schneider Funeral Home and Cremations, Pleasanton Chapel. A visitation will be from 10: am to service time. Burial will follow in Woodland Cemetery, Mound City, Kansas. 

The family suggests memorial contributions to the Beagle United Methodist Church or the Pleasanton United Methodist Church in care of the funeral home, PO Box 525, Pleasanton, KS 66075. Friends and family may leave online condolences at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Adrian Blackhawks Varsity Boys get the win tonight at Butler Basketball Tournament

Adrian Blackhawks Varsity Boys get the win tonight at Butler Basketball Tournament...

The Adrian Blackhawks took on the University Academy Gryphons tonight in basketball action at the Butler Tournament. Adrian led the contest at halftime 32-20. The Blackhawks would cruise to a 55-43 final.

Adrian was led in scoring by Junior Bryler Ford who had 19, Senior Cole Hamilton added 16 to help get the victory for the Blackhawks.

The Blackhawks will now move on to play the Pleasant Hill Roosters on Saturday December 21st at 12:30 p.m. in the consolation game of the 2024 Butler Invitational basketball tournament. Enjoy some photos from the Adrian win tonight below:

Butler Varsity Bears fall tonight to Pleasant Hill in basketball action

Butler Varsity Bears fall tonight to Pleasant Hill in basketball action...

The Butler Bears Varsity basketball team lost tonight to the Pleasant Hill Roosters with a final score of 49-43 in very action packed game that seen Butler leading at halftime 20-18.

The Bears were led by Senior Kaleb Mallatt who had 13pts, 8rebs, 3stls, and a block. 

Senior Dylan Triebel added 11 points and grabbed 16 boards while shooting 50 percent from the floor. 

Pleasant Hill will move onto play the Adrian Blackhawks Saturday in the consolation game of the 2024 Butler Invitational Basketball Tournament. Enjoy some photos from tonights game below:

Butler boys and girls wrestling team competed in a Tri-meet

Butler boys and girls wrestling team competed in a Tri-meet...

The Butler boys and girls wrestling team competed in a Tri-meet on Tuesday at Sherwood High School.

Results
Vs Nevada
Team scores
Girls-54-12. Nevada won.
Boys-42-30. Nevada won.

Individual results

Girls
Elizabeth Bedwell-Lost by pin.
Adalynn Amaya-Won by forfeit.
Riley Bordelon-Won by pin.
Airyanna Nuzum-Lost by pin.
Karli Patrick-Lost by pin.

Boys
Phineas Goertz-Lost by pin.
Mayan Pajula- Lost Decision 10-7.
Preston Mallatt- won by forfeit.
Damian Alkire-Won by pin.
Kellen Long-Won by pin.
CJ Fuller-Lost by pin.
Abel Bryan-Lost by pin.
Hunter Long-Won by pin.
Logan Fuller-Lost by pin.
Chris Castro-Won by pin.

Vs Sherwood
Team Scores
Girls-24-24. Sherwood won by criteria.
Boys-40-27. Butler won.

Individual results
Girls
Elizabeth Bedwell-Lost by pin.
Adalynn Amaya-Won by Forfeit.
Riley Bordelon-Won by forfeit.
Airyanna Nuzum-Won by Forfeit.
Karli Patrick-Won by forfeit.

Boys
Phineas Goertz-won by Forfeit.
Mayan Pajula-Won by Major Decision.
Preston Mallatt-Won by pin.
Damian Alkire-Lost decision 10-4.
Kellen Long-Won by pin.
CJ Fuller-Lost by pin.
Abel Bryan-Won by pin.
Hunter Long-Won by forfeit.
Logan Fuller-Lost by pin.
Chris Castro-Won by forfeit.

Next up the varsity boys and girls compete in the Battle at Katy Trail. Wrestling begins at 11AM Friday.

Nevada beats Rich Hill tonight now heading for the championship game of Butler Basketball Tournament

Nevada beats Rich Hill tonight now heading for the championship game of Butler Basketball Tournament...

The Nevada Tigers Varsity Boys Basketball Team handed the Rich Hill Tigers its first loss of the year tonight 57-33, in the second round of the Butler Tournament!

Next up: The Championship game against the Harrisonville Wildcats on Saturday at 12:30 PM. Let’s bring it home, Tigers!! #nevadatigerpride

Attention all Countywide Disposal Customers:

To ensure all of our employees get to spend the Christmas holiday with their families, we will not be running routes on Wednesday, December 25th.

We will run Wednesday’s routes on Thursday December 26th, Thursday’s routes on Friday December 27th and Friday’s routes on Saturday December 28th.

 
Our office staff will return on Thursday December 26th with normal hours.
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Lee Mclain
President

Obituary - Jeffery Scott White

It is with deeply heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeffery Scott White. Jeffery, affectionately known as "Jeff" by family and friends, was born in Sedalia, Missouri, on January 16, 1978, and departed this world from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on December 12, 2024. Jeff was a dynamic force in this world, touching the lives of so many with his vibrant spirit and love for life. He will be forever missed by all those who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.

A public time of visitation for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, at Floral Haven Funeral Home: 6500 S 129th E Ave, Broken Arrow, OK 74012.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the INTEGRIS Health Foundation. Donations may be directed to either the Transplant Center or Child Life Center in memory of Jeff. For more information or to contribute, please contact Monica Smith, Senior Philanthropy Officer, at 580.791.0032 or visit integrisgiving.org

Those wishing to send flowers for the service may do so by calling Floral Designs by Floral Haven at (918) 459-1525. Independent florists may deliver flowers directly to Floral Haven Funeral Home by 4:00 PM on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in order for them to be set out and properly displayed for Jeff's visitation in a timely manner.

A memorial service to honor the life of Jeff will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Memorial Drive Church of Christ, located at: 1438 S Indianapolis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74112, with Pastor Jason Thornton officiating.

Jeff's inurnment will be scheduled for a later date at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens in The Heritage Mausoleum.

Jeffrey Scott White