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Notice from the City of Rich Hill

Due to staffing change starting May 12th, 2025 City Hall hours will be 8am-4pm. We will NOT be closed during the lunch hour anymore.

However, we will still be closed the 3rd Thursday of every month to the public.

Obituary - Charlotte Ann Showalter

Charlotte Ann Showalter, 80, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away on April 21, 2025, at Louisburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation.

Per Charlotte's wishes, cremation is planned and private family services will be held.

She was born on September 11, 1944, in Montrose, Colorado. Charlotte was the second of seven children to Michel and Mary (Porter) Larralde. She graduated from Montrose High School in 1962, and her thirst for knowledge led her to earn a bachelor's degree in business from Metro State College in Denver, Colorado. This educational foundation propelled her into a fulfilling career and life.

Charlotte was a remarkable individual who mastered the art of seamstressing, dedicating many years to her craft as the owner and operator of her own business, High Rise Threads. Her passion for creativity not only allowed her to express herself but also provided joy to many through her work.

Throughout her younger years, Charlotte was actively involved in the Denver Archaeological Society, where she participated in multiple digs, reflecting her love for history and exploration. Her engagement with her surroundings extended beyond this passion; she cherished nature, enjoyed flowers, and delighted in the simple pleasure of watching birds. Charlotte was a social person, often found in the company of friends and family.

As a devoted mother, Charlotte married Wesley Showalter, in 1966 and raised three children, Greg, Eric and Nicole. This marriage ended in divorce. Her family brought her immense joy, especially her four grandchildren, Ethan, Will, Parker Showalter, and Brenden Drozdowski, who were a source of pride and happiness in her later years.

Charlotte was also a vibrant member of her community; she was involved in her children's PTA while they were growing up, demonstrating her commitment to their education and development. More recently, she shared her talents by teaching jewelry bead-making classes at her senior living community, inspiring others to embrace their creativity.

Charlotte is survived by her sons, Greg (Amanda) Showalter and Eric (Jenni) Showalter, as well as her daughter, Nicole (Greg) Drozdowski. She is remembered fondly by her four grandchildren, Ethan, Will, Parker Showalter, and Brenden Drozdowski, along with her siblings: Paul (Carolyn) Larralde, Denise (Michael) McGinnis, Grace Larralde, Suzanne Larralde Jensen, and Marguerite Donley.

Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents, Michel and Mary Larralde, and her brother, Pierre Larralde. Her legacy of creativity, love for nature, and dedication to family will live on in the hearts of those she touched.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made payable to the Alzheimer's Association, Monarch Hospice, or Louisburg Healthcare and Rehab, c/o Dengel & Son Mortuary, P.O. Box 669, Louisburg, Kansas 66053.

A Haunting At The Bates County Museum | Part 1

City of Drexel receives much needed grant

Today, Drexel Police were honored to receive a grant from Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railroad (CPKC). This grant will be used to purchase basic equipment. One item that will be purchased are tire deflation devices, also called “Stop Sticks.”

This is the 2nd such grant that DPD has received in recent months, the other being from MoDOT.

Pictured above are Chief Bill Downey Jr, City Administrator Patty Dreher & Sgt Jacob Jones (CPKC). Thank you to our friends CPKC for their partnership & support of small agencies.

Courtesy City of Drexel

Some big wins for local ball teams last night

Local ball scores from Monday evening

Baseball

Liberal 1
Butler 12

Montrose/Ballard 12
Humansville 1

Appleton City 5
Jasper 1

Leeton 0
Sherwood 15

Adrian 10
Versailles 7

Softball

Warsaw 18
Adrian 0

Midway 0
Butler 15

Miami at MIdway track meet results

Kaleb Nelson:

2nd place in 110M Hurdles

2nd place in 300M Hurdles

2nd place in 400M Dash

Trysten Bernhard:

3rd Place in the 800M Run

3rd Place in the 1600M Run

Dylon Lofink:

2nd Place in Discus

3rd Place in Shot Put

Great job by all of our athletes!

Vernon County Sheriff's Office serves search warrant

The Vernon County Sheriff's Office along with the Nevada Police department conducted a search warrant at 13660 E. N Hwy Sheldon MO on 4/28/2025.

We received a report from another agency in regards to an assault that took place at this residence. The sheriff's department collected evidence, we placed one subject on a 24-hour investigative hold and charges are being sent to the Vernon county prosecuting attorney.

Subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in the court of law.

More details regarding this case are expected to be released soon.

Stormy weather sticking around a bit longer

TUESDAY FORECAST! Look at these two images and you'll get a quick glance of your day ahead, depending where you are.

Current radar (image 1) matches the Severe Weather Outlook (image 2). Severe storms look to stay around Springfield today headed roughly east / northeast.