Obituary - Julie M. Geyer

Julie M. Geyer, age 62 passed away at her home in Parker, Kansas on Monday, September 29, 2025. She was born in Glendale, California on February 25, 1963 the daughter of Douglas and Laura Geyer. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Mark Geyer. Julie is survived by her daughter, Kiersten Campbell and husband, Jason, her son, Derek Marler, two sisters, Lisa Nelson and Jacqueline Oliver and four grandchildren, Faith and Sawyer Campbell, and Odin and Cyrus Marler.

A Celebration of Julie's life will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, on Monday, October 6, 2025 at the Schneider Funeral Home, La Cygne Chapel.  Memorials are suggested to the Dirt Road Animal Rescue and may be sent in care of the Schneider Funeral Home P.O. Box 304 La Cygne, KS  66040.  Online condolences may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

 1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.

But there is hope. When caught in its earliest, localized stages, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. Advances in early detection and treatment methods have significantly increased breast cancer survival rates in recent years, and there are currently over 4 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

In their Position Statement on Screening Mammography, the American Society of Breast Surgeons recommends yearly mammography screening beginning at a 40 for women at average risk for breast cancer. For women at average risk who have denser breast tissue they recommend also considering supplemental imaging (US, MRI) in addition to mammography. For women of high risk (genetic mutation, chest wall radiation ages 10-30) they recommend an annual breast MRI starting at age 25 and annual 3D mammography starting at age 30.

Early detection is key. Please have an informed discussion with your primary care provider about a breast cancer risk assessment and a breast cancer screening regimen tailored to your level of risk.

If you are due for your yearly mammography screening, consider scheduling an appointment at our 8th annual Girl's Day Out. Diagnostic Imaging Centers Mobile 3D Mammography unit will be on site on November 9th conducting mammograms. Additionally we'll have a fun-filled day of lunch, sweet treats, door prizes, and recognizing breast cancer survivors. To schedule, call 913-344-9989 and let the scheduler know you're scheduling for the mobile coach for November 9th at Ellett Memorial Hospital.

New 'advice' feature coming to the News-Review newspaper

Honest AL: mechanic,
philosopher & advisor  

Starting in the News-Review newspaper next week, we will be featuring something new: A slightly (sarcastic?) advice column featuring Honest AL who never fails to "tell it like it is" with his very straightforward answers to questions of all types.

Pick up a copy beginning early next Wednesday morning, October 8th!

Eli Ferrell: Slowly but surely

Update from Savannah Ferrel

 God is hearing every single one of your prayers.

As part of Eli’s discharge plan, I had to break down his wheelchair, load it into the vehicle, get it back out, and navigate a store. I was nervous, but I got it done in record time—one step closer to home.

Eli chose Plato’s Closet because he misses the ones back home. He picked out a few things, and for an hour we got to feel a little bit of normal life again.

Yesterday we also saw the neuro-optometrist. He noticed some jumping in Eli’s eyes but said it isn’t affecting his vision. It’s common after a brain injury of this level and should resolve as he continues to heal. We’ll follow up in November just to be safe. Here are a couple of videos of Eli doing some of the advanced games where you control the screen with only your eyes—the technology here is exactly what Eli has needed to make this trip to healing so much better.

While we were here, Eli also met a gentleman named Ty, a football coach from South Dakota who was recovering from a stroke. When the two of them met, they instantly connected, and I think it was everything Eli needed to hear—from a coach who, just like him, wanted nothing more than to get back on the field. Yesterday Eli received a package from Ty, and I’d be lying if I said it didn’t bring tears to my eyes. Eli proudly put the bracelet on alongside his Eli Strong ones, and he can’t wait to rock the shirt.

When Eli first arrived at Madonna on the 15th, he took a reaction test on the lightboard and only managed 10 lights in a minute, barely using his left hand. Yesterday he repeated the test and hit 72 in one minute—faster than average. That small test showed us just how far he’s come in such a short time, and I couldn’t hold back tears.

Please keep praying for Monday. This weight-bearing boot is everything we need.

News from the City of Nevada

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Vehicle Pursuit Leads to Arrest and Drug Seizure

 On September 29, 2025, at approximately 2:42 a.m., Deputy England attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a Kia Soul in the area of NW 251 and NW 300 Road for a traffic violation. The driver failed to yield, and a pursuit was initiated.

The suspect vehicle traveled north on NW 251 before conducting a U-turn and heading south. The vehicle traveled south on NW 221 and then eastbound on Highway 7. Clinton Police Department responded to assist as the pursuit continued. While on Highway 7, the operator of the Kia Soul executed two U-turns before continuing eastbound and then turning south onto Booth Road.

In the 300 block of Booth Road, the operator fled from the vehicle on foot into a residential area. Deputy England pursued on foot and successfully apprehended the suspect in a backyard. During the course of the investigation, law enforcement located a crystalline substance, packaging materials, and equipment consistent with the distribution of narcotics. Using a 1064 Defender drug identification analyzer, the crystalline substance was identified as methamphetamine.

The suspect was identified as Edward Wiggins, age 56, of Harrisonville. Wiggins was placed on a 24-hour investigative hold pending formal charges. On the same day, the Henry County Prosecutor’s Office filed formal charges, and a warrant was issued for the following offenses:

• Delivery of a Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana or Synthetic Cannabinoid – Felony C

• Aggravated Fleeing a Stop or Detention – Felony D

Bond was set at $25,000 cash only.

The Henry County Sheriff’s Office appreciates the assistance of the Clinton Police Department during this incident.

https://henrymosheriff.gov/news/68db0875f1672fbbe90235a5

Bates County 4-H could use your help...

 

Bates County 4-H is doing a community service project and we are looking for help from the community. We are needing donations of fabric to make these bears to donate to local organizations. If you have any that you would like to donate please bring it to the Bates County Extension Office, our hours are Monday and Tuesday 8:30-4:30 and Wednesday 8:30-12:30 or by appointment other days.

Discover Nature: Missouri Copperheads

 If copperheads are a fear factor for you, there is hope and help. Since they don’t look like other Missouri snakes, they are easy to identify and avoid.

Contrary to popular belief, snakes do not go looking for people to bite. In fact, snakes are more afraid of you than you are of them. Harmless snakes have round pupils and a double row of scales along the undersides of their tails. But still, it is never a good idea to pick up a copperhead and handle it.

Missouri’s copperheads are pinkish tan with dark-brown markings along their backs that are shaped like an hourglass or bow tie. This camouflage look helps them hide from prey in leaves along rocky hillsides and forest edges. They make excellent exterminators as their diet is mostly mice and voles.

Copperheads are active from April through November and have young from August through early October. They are not aggressive and seldom strike unless provoked.

Keep copperheads away by getting rid of wood or rock piles and tall grass around your home. Wear boots when in woods or brushy fields, and leather gloves when moving rocks, old lumber, and firewood.

There is no one effective mean of eliminating snakes completely, but it is possible to discourage them around homes by the same method effective for controlling other animal pests — eliminating their food and shelter.

And this time of year, inspect foundations, doors, and low windows to make sure there are no openings where snakes might enter.

Learn more about Missouri copperheads at MissouriConservation.org.