Obituary - Lourita Ann Jamsek

Lourita Ann Jamsek, age 77, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, January 26, 2026 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel in Clinton, Missouri. Visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 PM prior to the service. A private family burial will take place in the Vansant Road Cemetery in Clinton, Missouri. Memorial contributions can be made to the Clinton Animal Rescue Endeavor (C.A.R.E.) and may be left in care of the funeral home.

Lourita Ann Jamsek was born on January 22, 1948 in Kansas City, Missouri the daughter of Lonnie and Virginia Nall.

She attended Osceola schools and then graduated to later attend beauty school in Raytown Missouri. She owned Rita’s Hairtique in Nevada, Missouri, where she raised her kids. She later moved to Clinton and was property manager of Clark Properties up until her passing.

She had several hobbies and she loved her life. She enjoyed quilting, crafting, playing bingo, and going to garage sales. She also loved her pets Sadie, Connor and Toby. She had a witty personality and was stubborn, strong willed, widely independent and very stylish. She loved drinking her tea and coffee, watching her soap operas and spending time with her grandkids as much as she could.

Lourita was a volunteer at VFW Post 1894 as the auxiliary secretary. She volunteered at the Samaritan Center and Experience Works, but most of all Rita loved volunteering her time with her kids and grandkids more than anything else.

She leaves behind her daughter Lisa Reginia Jamsek, her son John Wesley Jamsek, daughter-in-law Tabetha Marie Jamsek, four grandchildren; Jacob Levi Jamsek, Trinity Dawn Capek, Paytyn Marie Jamsek, and Virginia Mae Jamsek, also surviving is her ex-husband John and Debbie Jamsek of Clinton, her two sisters Martha Beach, and Linda Thomas Brubaker of Osceola.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie and Virginia Nall and brothers Warren and Rex Nall. She will be deeply missed but her legacy of love will live on through her children and grandchildren.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.

Obituary - Earl Nathaniel Kolb, Jr.

Earl Nathaniel Kolb, Jr., of Harrisonville, Missouri, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the age of 79, in Raymore, MO. Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

A complete obituary will be posted when it is available, courtesy Atkinson Funeral Home.

Weekly report from the Henry County Sheriff's Office

 𝐇𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟’𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞

𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭

𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: January 16, 2026 through January 22, 2026

Sheriff Aaron N. Brown reports the following arrests and incidents for the week:

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• 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞:

Lieutenant Kubilus and Detective Baker conducted a follow-up investigation in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of William Moon, age 51, of Calhoun, for burglary in the 1st degree, property damage, and assault in the 2nd degree. The victim reported that a man, he later identified as William Moon, allegedly entered a residence and repeatedly struck him in the head.

• 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:

Sergeant Richardson conducted a traffic stop in the rural Clinton area that resulted in the arrest of Eric Davidson, age 46, of Independence, on a Caldwell County warrant for traffic offenses.

• 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐱 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫:

Deputy England and Deputy Chaney conducted a sex offender compliance check in the Clinton area that resulted in the arrest of Adam Johnson, age 45, of Clinton, for failure to register as a sex offender.

• 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝/𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐝:

Deputy Murphy conducted a traffic stop in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of Joseph Sanders, age 68, of Windsor, for driving while suspended/revoked.

• 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:

Deputy Saulters arrested Marlena Campbell, age 34, of Windsor, at the courthouse on a Henry County felony warrant for possession of a controlled substance.

• 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:

Deputy Saulters arrested John Wendleton, age 47, of Kansas City, at the courthouse on a Henry County no-bond felony warrant for resisting/interfering with arrest for a felony.

• 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:

Sergeant Richardson arrested James Moore, age 39, of Kansas City, at the courthouse on a Henry County no-bond felony warrant for possession of a controlled substance and resisting arrest.

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

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

Thank you from the Drexel Fire Department

 

Last Tuesday, Drexel Fire was called to the residence of one of our own for a structure fire. During an incredibly difficult time, the support shown to our department and our firefighter’s family was overwhelming and deeply appreciated.

We would like to personally thank all of the following departments and individuals who assisted our crews on scene. Whether you provided apparatus, manpower, water, food, or support in any other way, we are extremely grateful.

Thank you to:

Dolan-West Dolan Fire Protection District

Central Cass County Fire Protection District

Adrian Fire Department

West Peculiar Fire Protection District

Western Cass Fire Protection District

Bates County Ambulance

Drexel Casey’s

Bartholomew Oil

Patty Dillon Dreher

Dwight McCubbin

Jonathan Mccubbin

Shelbi Evans & son

Your generosity, teamwork, and compassion are a powerful reminder of how strong the fire service and our community truly are.

Thank you!

Chief Sheryl Booker

Big night for Adrian wrestling

The Adrian Blackhawks hosted the Ozark Highlands Conference tournament tonight! It was a great night of wrestling! The boys finished in 6th place and the girls are your OHC Champions finishing with 154 points!

Individual results:
106 - Jaxon Disney 6th place
113 - Corbin Russell 4th place
120 - Jaxon Combs 4th place
132 - Sebastian Dougan 6th place
144 - Will Trotter  3rd team All-Conference
285 - Tyler Todd 4th place

100 - Danika Keyton  Conference Champion
105 - Dallys Shaffer  2nd Team All-Conference
115 - Nyiomi Bradley  2nd Team All-Conference
120 - Mia Bosch 4th place
125 - Libby Nebocat  2x Conference Champion
130 - Kendall Bailey  2nd Team All Conference
135 - Tayler Essenpries  2x Conference Champion
140 - Abygail Patterson  2nd Team All-Conference
155 - Addie Davis  Conference Champion
170 - Jayden Murray  2nd Team All-Conference
190 - Macy Schipper  2nd Team All- Conference
235 - Rona Shelton  2nd Team All-Conference

Rich Hill announces change regarding council meeting date

 

Starting in February, city of Rich Hill Council meetings will be on the 2nd Wednesday of each month unless otherwise announced.

Be extra careful when shoveling snow

Snow shoveling leads to over 11,000 injuries annually. Before you reach for your shovel, take a moment to review these essential safety tips to safeguard your heart, back, and shoulders.

Know Your Limits:

Experts warn that shoveling snow can exert as much energy as sprinting at nine miles per hour! If you smoke, have high blood pressure, or suffer from a heart condition, consider seeking assistance.

Safety Tips:

• Take regular breaks, warm up your muscles and stay hydrated.

• Opt for a lightweight shovel and avoid overfilling it.

• Bend at the knees instead of the back to minimize strain.

• Dress in layers and cover your nose and mouth to warm the air you inhale.

For more resources on preparing for and responding to severe weather, including tips on preventing frozen pipes, creating a disaster supply kit and first aid for storm-damaged trees, visit: https://brnw.ch/21wZjgF

Weather related closings and cancellations

This page to be updated as information becomes available. 

Archie R-5 Virtual Learning Monday

AMI Day  Monday, Jan 26
Bates County Industries closed Monday Jan. 26
Butler Public Library closed Monday Jan. 26
Clinton Schools 124 virtual learning Monday Jan. 26
Cottey College Nevada MO closed Monday Jan. 26

Harrisonville Cass MO R-IX Virtual learning Monday Jan. 26

Holden R-III closed Monday  Jan. 26

Hudson R-9 closed Monday Jan. 26

Hume R-8 No school Monday Jan. 26

Kern Center Rich Hill closed Monday Jan. 26

Louisburg USD 416 Closed Monday Jan. 26

Nevada Schools Closed Monday Jan. 26

Pleasant Hill R-3 Virtual learning Monday Jan. 26