Closings and cancellations for Wednesday, February 19

This list to be updated as information becomes available

Adrian High School FFA activities for the week are cancelled and will be scheduled later this spring.

Adrian R3 - closed, make up April 28

Adrian United Methodist Church events

Appleton City R2 - AMI day

Archie R5 - closed

Ballard R2 -  AMI day

Bates County Administration offices and court house

Bates County Food Pantry and Thrift Store

Brew Haven

Butler R5 - closed

Butler Senior Center

Cass County Public Library - all locations

Cass Midway R1 - closed

Chilhowee R4 - closed

Countywide Disposal - no pickup today

Drexel R4 - virtual learning

El Dorado Springs R2 - AMI day

Harrisonville schools - closed

Henry County R1 - closed

Holden R3 - virtual learning

Hudson R9 - closed

Hume R3 - virtual learning

Kingsville R1 - closed

Louisburg 416 - closed

Miami R1 - closed

MU Extension office, Butler

Nevada R5 - closed

Nevada Regional Technical Center

Prairie View 362 - closed

Rich Hill R4 - AMI day

Pleasanton 344 - closed

Pleasant Hill R3 - closed

Quick Dine III - Butler and Nevada

Sherwood Cass R8 - AMI day

Emergency services in route near Adrian

 

The Adrian Fire Department along with mutual aid from Urich and other departments are in route to a house fire approximately 10 miles east of Adrian on 18 highway.

Also a vehicle vs snowplow accident is currently working on I-49 just north of AA highway, in the southbound lanes.

Please use caution if traveling through either of these areas, it is being reported that traffic congestion is becoming an issue.

UPDATE 2:51 pm: I-49 has reopened in both directions.

Regarding low flying aircraft...

RESTON, Va. — Low-level airplane flights are planned over a broad region in Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas to image geology using airborne geophysical technology.

The survey will be conducted from early October 2024 for approximately 8 months, weather and wildfire restrictions permitting.

Flights will cover areas within the Missouri counties of Barry, Barton, Bates, Benton, Boone, Callaway, Camden Cass, Cedar, Christian, Cole, Cooper, Crawford, Dade, Dallas, Dent, Douglas, Franklin, Gasconade, Greene, Henry, Hickory, Howell, Jackson, Jasper, Johnson, Laclede, Lawrence, Madison, Maries, McDonald, Miller, Moniteau, Morgan, Newton, Osage, Ozark, Pettis, Phelps, Polk, Pulaski, Shannon, St. Charles, St. Clair, Stone, Taney, Texas, Version, Warren Washington Webster, and Wright; Kansas counties of Allen, Anderson, Bourbon, Cherokee, Franklin, Johnson, Labette, and Neosho; and Arkansas counties of Benton, Carroll, Crawford, Franklin, Madison, and Washington.

The scientific instruments on the planes are completely passive with no emissions that pose a risk to humans, animals, or plant life. No photography or video data will be collected. The data collected will be made freely available to the public once complete. The aircraft will be flown by experienced pilots who are specially trained and approved for low-level flying. The company works with the FAA to ensure flights are safe and in accordance with U.S. law. The surveys will be conducted during daylight hours only.

The Ozark Plateau survey will connect adjacent high-resolution airborne magnetic and radiometric surveys from Southeast Missouri and Western Illinois collected from 2018 to 2019, Central Arkansas-Southern Missouri collected from 2022 to 2023, and Northwest Arkansas from 2019 to 2020, providing continuous high-resolution coverage across the southern Midcontinent.

The new geophysical data will be processed to develop high-resolution three-dimensional representations of bedrock composition and structure to depths more than 3,280 feet (1 kilometer) below the surface.

The 3D models and maps are important for improving our understanding of critical mineral resource potential, water resources, groundwater pathways near legacy mining areas, parameters for infrastructure and land use planning, and potential risks of naturally occurring radon.

The survey fits into a broader effort by the USGS, the Geological Surveys of Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas, and many other state geological surveys and partners, including private companies, academics, and state and federal agencies to modernize our understanding of the Nation’s fundamental geologic framework and knowledge of mineral resources. This effort is known as the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative, and it includes airborne geophysical surveys like this one, geochemical reconnaissance surveys, topographic mapping using LiDAR technology, hyperspectral surveys, and geologic mapping projects.

The USGS has contracted Woolpert Inc., who has subcontracted EON Geosciences Inc., to collect the data.

Obituary - Lisa Courtois

Lisa Courtois was born July 15,1966 in Wellington, KS to Richard and Jean Courtois. Lisa departed this life on February 16, 2025.

Lisa grew up in Pleasanton, KS. Where she would graduate high school in 1984. As a teenager, she worked for her Grandmother at the Dari-Kurl, and was even crowned Pleasanton 4th of July Queen, later crowning her little sister. She had the nickname “Mouse” because she was so quiet.

On July 6, 1986 Lisa married Marvin Peters. They welcomed their first son Zachery David on October 4, 1987 and their second son Adam Tyler on December 29, 1990.

Lisa was a stay at home mom, serving on the school board for 10+ years. As badly as she wanted girls, Lisa was and LOVED being a boy mom. Although she would often steal Shaunntai when she felt the need for a girl. She loved watching them in all their sports even helping them learn and practice. Basketball being her favorite. She lived her #21’s! Lisa went to all school functions and was rarely seen without her boys.

Lisa loved to color and paint or do anything artistic. She enjoyed being outside, warm weather, swimming, traveling, spending time with her great nieces, nephews, and grandchildren, and attending many concerts. She enjoyed heavy metal and rock music often accompanied by her sister who eventually although they butt heads became her best friend. They even had matching tattoos. Lisa also had an undying love for Henry Cavaill (Super-man) and Sam Elliott.

Lisa’s witty and upbeat personality will truly be missed. She fought a long hard illness and is now at peace.

Lisa is survived by her children Zac Peters (Wendy Montes) of Mesa, AZ. Adam Peters (Robyn) of Pittsburg, KS. Three grandchildren Andrew, Grayson, Elise with another on the way. A special niece and caregiver Shaunntai Purdy (Wesley Staton) of Butler, Mo. A sister Jeannie Anderson (Terry) of Pleasanton, KS and a brother Richie Courtois of Overland Park, KS. Many nieces, nephews, and greats. She is preceded in death by her parents Richard and Jean Courtois.

A Celebration of Life visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Schneider Funeral Home and Cremations, Pleasanton Chapel. The family suggests contributions to Good Shepherd Hospice in memory of Lisa. Friends and family may leave online condolences at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Obituary - Bill Carson Crawford

Bill Carson Crawford, 78, a lifelong resident of Nevada, MO, went to be with the Lord on Friday morning, January 31, 2025. On Wednesday morning he had entered Medicalodges of Nevada for Hospice care. He had been battling cancer for the past couple of years. His beloved wife of 50 years, Linda Sue (Ellerman) Crawford was at his side. Also leaving behind is his son Nicholas Crawford of the home.

Bill was born March 25, 1946 in Nevada, MO to Billy Bob and Anna M. (Hogan) Crawford. He graduated from Nevada High School Class of 1965. During his high school years, Bill worked at Firestone, and later worked for Ellis Furniture, and Tom’s Flooring laying carpet. During this time, he started his own business “Crawford Cleaning” and cleaned businesses around Nevada. He also mowed lawns in the summer and removed snow in the winter. Bill was also a volunteer fireman for Nevada Fire Department for 32 years. He was a very hard worker and enjoyed making things look good.

Bill was an avid NASCAR fan was well as being a St. Louis Cardinal’s fan. He enjoyed watching car shows when he was younger and putting models together and collecting them. Bill attended Heritage Baptist Church for a time before going to the United Methodist Church in Nevada where he also worked for 41 years.

Bill was preceded in death by his father and mother: Billy Bob and Anna Crawford, and a brother-in-law, Freddie Perkins. In addition to his wife Linda and his son Nicholas, he leaves behind four brothers and three sisters: Bobby Crawford and his wife Caryn of Somerville, TX, Forrest Crawford, Neosho, MO, Todd Crawford and his wife Shannon, Nevada, MO, Tracy Crawford, Webb City, MO, Joanna (Crawford) Perkins, Springfield, MO, Sedda Crawford, Nevada, MO, and Cathy (Crawford) Hyder and her husband Danny, Springfield, MO; and numerous cousins, nephews, and nieces.

A short memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. with visitation following until 6:00 p.m. at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.

Obituary - Margaret (Rapp) Sunderland

 

Margaret Ruth (Rapp) Sunderland of Peculiar, MO passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at Appleton City Manor.  She was the daughter of Alfred Rapp and Norma (Fricke) Rapp.  She was born on July 2, 1939, and confirmed on March 29, 1953, at Zion Lutheran.

Margaret spent her younger years at the family farm near Rockville, MO.  She attended Rich Hill High School and graduated in 1957.  After graduation, she moved to Kansas City, MO, where she met Donald Sunderland.  They joined in marriage on November 9, 1958, and enjoyed 61 years of marriage until Donald passed in June of 2020.

Margaret spent many years working for Goodyear, eventually retiring as office manager.

Margaret is preceded in death by her husband Donald, one brother Lawrence and two sisters, Velma and Helen.

Margaret is survived by one daughter, Nancy Skiles and husband Charles of Harrisonville MO: three grandsons, Kyle Oexman and wife Amanda of Rockville, MO, Koby Oexman of Peculiar, MO., and Kristopher Oexman and wife Kayla of Montrose, MO; three great grandchildren, Jaxon, Addison and Jenna along with many nieces and nephews that will deeply miss her.

The family suggests memorial donations to Zion Lutheran Church in lieu of flowers and may be left with them on service day.

The family also wishes to express their gratitude to Appleton City Manor and St. Croix Hospice for their care and support during this difficult time.

-Courtesy Hill & Son Funeral Home

Paint the town Red winner announced

Osage Valley Electric Coop was deemed the winner of the Paint the town Red contest held last week which was sponsored by the Butler Alumni Association and the Student Advisory Committee.

Both groups wish to thank everyone who decorated and helped to get everyone in good spirits during the winter doldrums!

If you need to travel...

 

Follow this link to check road conditions throughout our region 

https://traveler.modot.org/map/index.html