Obituary - Keith Allen Nash

Keith Allen Nash, age 66, La Cygne, Kansas passed away Monday, July 21, 2025. He was born on January 12, 1959 in Kansas City, Kansas the son of George Keith and Mary Major Nash. He worked as a union carpenter. He raised many different varieties of pigeons, and enjoyed coon hunting, playing poker and fishing. He was preceded by his parents, a son, Scott Nash, and three siblings, Terry Nash, Denise Nash, and Wanda Marie Nash. Keith is survived by a son, Jarod Nash, a daughter, Beth Freeman, three brothers, David Nash, Jackie Nash and wife Angie, Jeremy Nash and wife Stacie, five sisters, Brenda Day, Alice Warren, Kathy Querry, and Amanda Nash, four grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

A gathering to celebrate Keith's life will be held 3 pm Saturday, August 16, 2025 at Lucy's Bar and Grill. Memorial contributions are suggested to Millie's Might Foundation. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Obituary - Thomas Ross Stutzman

Thomas Ross Stutzman, 85, of Grandview, MO, formerly of Adrian, MO, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Butler Center for Rehabilitation. Funeral Service will be on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Victory Assembly of God in Adrian, Missouri, with a visitation starting at 10:00 AM. Interment will be held at Crescent Hill Cemetery following the service.

Services under the direction of Atkinson Funeral Home.

Vernon County Deputies recover stolen vehicle

 On August 9th, 2025 at approximately 11:48 hrs. Deputies from the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle suspected of being stolen. The vehicle was reported stolen out of Lawrence, KS, on August 8th, 2025.

Deputies made contact with the male driver, who admitted to stealing the vehicle and traveling to Vernon County. The swift action taken by the deputies ensured that the stolen property was recovered and the individual responsible was held accountable.

The male suspect has been arrested and is currently in custody at the Vernon County Jail on an investigative hold. The case has been forwarded to the prosecutor’s office for formal charges.

The suspect's name will be released once formal charges are filed.

ALL SUSPECTS ARE INOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY IN THE COURT OF LAW.

Watch the tent raising for the circus coming September 5th!

 Seen here, the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus is coming September 5th with two shows and one 'free bonus show' which is the raising of the circus tent earlier in the day. Starting around 8 am, crews will begin putting up the Big Top and the public is invited to come out the the Bates County Fairgrounds to see it all happen.

Tickets for the circus are available at several locations around Butler including the news-Review and Mid America Live office at 5 W. Dakota st. 

Obituary - Les Powell

 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leslie (Les) Powell a beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, and mentor. Les, 82, of Harrisonville passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025. Les was a man who truly understood the importance of community and always had a helping hand to offer. His generosity extended far beyond his family, as he was known for helping others, whether through financial support or giving of his time.

He found great joy in coaching youth sports, shaping the lives of countless young athletes with his guidance, wisdom, and encouragement, especially in track and field, which was a lifelong passion. Les loved watching kids grow, not just in skill, but in character, always striving to instill values that would last a lifetime. Les was an avid weightlifter, dedicating countless hours to build physical strength and inner resilience. Les held many records in this sport, including the Missouri Valley bench press record that was held for many years.

He was also a man who knew how to enjoy life. Les had a fondness for games of chance and enjoyed the thrill of the game, but his true strength lay in his faith. A devoted man of God, Les lived his life grounded in the teachings of Christ, finding peace and purpose in his spiritual walk. His faith guided him in every aspect of his life, and he shared that faith with all who knew him.

Les was proceeded in death by his mother Ione and father Harold and a brother James. He is survived by his wife Judy of the home; four sons, Leslie, Matthew, Tony and Gabriel (wife Kim), eight grandchildren, Derek, (wife Tracy), Kayla, Trent (wife Hannah), Blake, Brock, Braxton, Gage and Tyler, and six great grandchildren, Dallas, Maggie, Theo, Dean, Daisy and Asher. His legacy will live on in the hearts of his family, his many friends, and the countless lives he touched.

Visitation will be held 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

Funeral Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri with interment and Military Service at Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Harrisonville Community Church and sent in care to Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.

Despite toasty temps, several show for Amsterdam Cruise Night

 It was a bit warm on Friday evening but the streets of Amsterdam, Mo were lined with several vintage vehicles made a showing despite it. Remember, Cruise Night is always held on the second Friday, just before the second Saturday sales in Amsterdam.

Obituary - Michael Bergman

Michael Arthur Bergman, age 63, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away on August 7, 2025. 

Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the Louisburg First Baptist Church, 406 S Vine Street, Louisburg, Kansas 66053. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, August 11, 2025, also at the church. Burial will take place at the Louisburg Cemetery following the service. 

A full obituary will be available shortly.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made payable to the Louisburg First Baptist Church for their AWANA Children's Ministry, c/o Dengel & Son Mortuary, P.O. Box 669, Louisburg, Kansas 66053.

Obituary - Ada Drury

Ada Imogene "Jean" Drury, 94, of Archie, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at her home in Archie. A visitation will be held on Monday, August 11, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. A private family burial will take place at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO.

Jean was born on September 12, 1930, in Harrisonville, MO, south of the square. Jean was the daughter of John and Ada Alice (Oram) Osborn. She grew up in the Everett community and attended Oak Grove grade school. She then attended Harrisonville High School and graduated in 1948. Jean married Robert L. Drury on August 15, 1947, at the First Baptist Church in Harrisonville and celebrated their 60th wedding before Robert's passing on February 13, 2008. They were life long residents of Archie, MO, living in the big white house across from the grain elevator for over 40 years.

Jean worked briefly at Bendix, earned her cosmetology license, and raised five children. She enjoyed arranging flowers, crocheting, and sewing. She and Bob enjoyed going to Branson. They had season tickets to Silver Dollar City to see the craft shows and enjoy the music. Most of all, Jean loved to bowl and became a very good bowler. Jean and Bob enjoyed being in bowling leagues and she continued to bowl in multiple leagues 3 to 4 times a week until Covid forced her to stay home. She won many trophies for her bowling abilities and gained good friends through this sport that kept her active.

Jean was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob; and a brother, Billy John Osborn. She is survived by her five children: Robert Drury and his wife, Vickie, of Harrisonville, MO; Gary Drury and his wife, Rose, of Archie, MO; Deborah Nichols and her husband, James, of Murfreesboro, TN; Rick Drury and his wife, Cindy, of Archie, MO; and Bill Drury and his wife, Diane, of Adrian, MO; six grandchildren: Shannon (Melissa) Drury, Brandon Drury, Chris (Jen) Nichols, Clay Nichols, Doug Drury, and Molly (Benny) Palmer; and three great-grandchildren: Alexis Drury, Quinn Palmer, and Max Palmer.