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Nevada police seek assistance with robbery suspect

The Nevada Police Department is seeking information from the public
On Friday January 17, 2025 at approximately 10:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the Cash-N-Dash convenience store, located at 1502 W. Austin Boulevard, for a report of an armed robbery that had just occurred.
It was reported that a male suspect entered the convenience store wearing black pants, a black Nike Carolina Panthers hoodie, a black face covering, black gloves & black Adidas shoes. The suspect was described as average height and slender build. The suspect brandished a handgun, exited the building with an undisclosed amount of currency and fled the area on foot.
The investigation into this incident remains ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to immediately contact the Nevada Police Department at 417-448-2710.

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Henry County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Arrest and Incident Report

Sheriff Aaron N. Brown reports the following arrests and incidents for the week of 01/10/2025 to 01/16/2025:

January 11, 2025- Warrant Arrest: Sergeant Baker and Deputy Chaney conduced a follow up investigation in the Windsor area resulting in the arrest of Stella Talburt, age 54, of Windsor, on a Henry County warrant for dog at large.
January 11, 2025- Warrant Arrest:Sergeant Logan and Deputy Douglas conducted a follow-up investigation in the Calhoun area resulting in the arrest of James Harris, age 66, of Calhoun, on a Henry County warrant for failing to appear on an illegal burning charge.
January 11, 2025- Resisting arrest:Deputy Stevens, with the assistance of other deputies, responded to a possible suicidal subject in the Windsor area. Jessica Lindsay, age 18, was arrested on a 24-hour investigative hold for abuse of a child, domestic assault 3rd, endangering the welfare of a child 2nd degree, harassment 1st and resisting arrest. A warrant was issued for the charge of Endangering the welfare of a child 1st degree.
January 12, 2025- Driving under the influence: Deputy England and Deputy Murphy conducted an investigation of a possible intoxicated driver in the Clinton area. Lisa Vickers, age 39, of Clinton, was arrested for driving under the influence (BAC) and for driving while suspended or revoked.
January 12, 2025- Warrant Arrest:Sergeant Logan and Deputy Douglas conducted a follow-up investigation in the Clinton area resulting in the arrest of James Taylor, age 50, of Urich, on two Henry County no bond warrants for being in possession of a controlled substance.
January 12, 2025- Warrant Arrest:Deputy Stevens conducted a traffic stop in the Windsor area for failing to stop at a stop sign. Trenton Thompson, age 24, of Windsor, was arrested on a Pettis County warrant for failing to appear on traffic charges.
January 12, 2025- Warrant Arrest:Sergeant Richardson arrested James Hinkle, age 40, of Windsor, at the court house for three Henry County no bond warrants for domestic assault, stalking, harassment, abuse or neglect of a child, domestic assault 1st and tamper or attempt to tamper with a victim.
January 14, 2025- Warrant Arrest:Sheriff Brown conducted a traffic stop in the Clinton area for expired registration, resulting in the arrest of Michael Hall, age 34, of Clinton, on a Johnson County warrant for burglary.
January 15, 2025- Forgery:Sergeant Brandt conducted a follow-up forgery investigation at the courthouse resulting in the arrest of Coty Burton, age 33, of Windsor, on a 24-hour investigative hold for forgery.

Note: All individuals arrested are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The above arrests are only allegations at this time.

For additional information or tips, contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at (660)885-5587

Obituary - Robert "Bob" Lyle Durbin

Robert "Bob" Lyle Durbin, 90, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Village Shalom Senior Living in Overland Park, surrounded by family. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, Missouri, with a visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 1 at 2:00 PM at Holmeswood Baptist Church in Kansas City, MO. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) or Harvesters (www.harvesters.org).

Bob was born on December 10, 1934, to Leslie Durbin and Martha "Mattie" (Stark) Durbin in rural Bates County, MO, near Adrian. He graduated from Adrian High School. In 1956, Bob married Freda Woods. They moved to south Kansas City in 1964 and lived there for 60 years. He received his Bachelors in Business Administration from UMKC.

Bob worked over 35 years for Bendix/Allied Signal/Honeywell in various supervisory positions, the last 10 years as Manager of Resource and Program Control. In addition to his professional life, Bob worked hard to serve his community in a large variety of volunteer roles, including: Adrian Lions Club; Adrian City Council; Red Bridge YMCA Board Member and Youth Sports Coach; United Way Citizen Review Committee; Center School Board Member; Citizen Association Board Member; Cancer Golf Association Board Member; American Cancer Society Patient Transportation; AARP Tax-Aide Instructor and Preparer; Mazuma Credit Union Board Member; Red Bridge Lions Club; Holmeswood Baptist Church Deacon, Finance Committee Chairman and Bible Discussion Teacher.
An avid sports fan, Bob cheered on the Royals and the Chiefs, and also his childhood baseball team, the Cardinals. In high school, he played baseball and football, and later softball and golf. He and Freda enjoyed traveling and visited all 50 states and several countries, including: China, England, Ireland, Aruba, and Canada. He loved hosting large gatherings of family and friends.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents; infant child, Diana Durbin; brother, Ronald Durbin; sister, Valerie June Northrup; and uncle, Jesse Durbin. He is survived by his wife, Freda Durbin; daughter, Janet (Tony) Luppino; son, Jim (Jan) Durbin; grandchildren: Daniel (Julie Parisi) Luppino, Jessica (Robert) McCarty, Bailey (Brett) Roenigk, Rob Durbin, and Ben Durbin; 6 great-grandchildren: Maddie, Charlie, Lily, Jane, Carson, and Spencer; brother, Donald Durbin; sisters: Joyce Saathoff and Roma (LaVerne) Welch; brother-in-law, Paul Moudy; honorary daughter, Susan (Harold) Yates; and numerous nephews and nieces.