On July 21st, Wisconsin brothers Nicholas Diemel and Justin Diemel went missing after they texted their spouses that they were going to check on some cattle. The farm was operated by Garland Joseph Nelson, who has been charged with Tampering with a Motor Vehicle in conjunction with the case. He is being charged with driving a rental truck rented by the brothers and abandoning it near Holt (MO) after driving through Polo. Bond has been denied in the case.
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Human Remains Found on Braymer Farm
The Associated Press reported Wednesday that human remains have been found on a farm near Braymer. The remains have not been officially identified.
On July 21st, Wisconsin brothers Nicholas Diemel and Justin Diemel went missing after they texted their spouses that they were going to check on some cattle. The farm was operated by Garland Joseph Nelson, who has been charged with Tampering with a Motor Vehicle in conjunction with the case. He is being charged with driving a rental truck rented by the brothers and abandoning it near Holt (MO) after driving through Polo. Bond has been denied in the case.
On July 21st, Wisconsin brothers Nicholas Diemel and Justin Diemel went missing after they texted their spouses that they were going to check on some cattle. The farm was operated by Garland Joseph Nelson, who has been charged with Tampering with a Motor Vehicle in conjunction with the case. He is being charged with driving a rental truck rented by the brothers and abandoning it near Holt (MO) after driving through Polo. Bond has been denied in the case.
Adam Downing, Charlotte Green Graduate from Leadership Northwest
Leadership Northwest Missouri recently held their 2019 graduation ceremony in St. Joseph at the Benton Club. The celebration began with a welcome by Master of Ceremonies, Robert Jandorf, Board President and 2017 LNWMO graduate from Savannah. Mark Quick, Class of 2015, blessed the group with an invocation prior to dinner. Jackie Cochenour and Cameron Corbet, members of the Class of 2019, reflected on their class year sharing memorable moments, followed by a video presentation created by Skye Pournazari, Class of 2019. Dr. Tim Crowley, Leadership Coach from St. Joseph, shared some leadership thoughts. Wes Moore, Board Finance Member, presented a token of appreciation to our Program Sponsors: Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, BTC Bank, Farmers State Bank, Mosaic Life Care, Nodaway Valley Bank, Northwest Health Services, Northwest Missouri State University, Tara Industries, Hedrick Medical Center, Missouri Western State University and St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce. Lunch Sponsors were also recognized: Brookfield Area Growth Partnership and 36/5 Leadership Academy, Community Hospital-Fairfax, Farmers State Bank, Mosaic Life Care, Mosaic Medical Center-Albany, Northwest Missouri Area Health Education Center (AHEC), Signature Psychiatric Hospital and Therapeutic Massage of Maryville. Robert Jandorf recognized retiring board members: Staci Baker, Meadville; Rodney Hummer, Rosendale; Pat Ryan, Mound City and Crystal Woodring, Fairfax.
Brenda Williams, General Board Member and Class of 2007 alum, presented the Leadership Northwest Missouri Citizenship Award for 2019 to Granville “Chip” Holman, Gower, MO. Chip is the Mayor of Gower, MO and an American Family Insurance Agent. Chip displays his citizenship by spending countless hours improving his community. He has been instrumental in starting many new events and fundraisers in Gower. Chip supports the youth in the community by attending sporting events, fundraisers, and other activities at the school. He worked to have the school mascot added to the water tower and the football field. Chip served his country as a United States Marine. He is also now an alum of LNWMO, Class of 2019.
Robert Jandorf and Staci Baker, past president, presented each of the 29 graduating class members a plaque for completing the program. Graduates from the 2019 class, IGNITING 19, represented 11 Northwest Missouri Counties: Andrew County, Stephen Goss; Atchison County, Ashley Mayall; Buchanan County, Cameron Corbet, Megan Deppen, Sarah Meierhoffer, Skye Pournazari, Adam Watson; Carroll County, Rachel Davidson, Devin Frazier, Rachel Hunt; Clinton County, Chip Holman, Pam Holman, Alex Spencer; Gentry County, Jordan Eiberger, Debbie Klommhaus, Steven Meyer, Megan Miller; Grundy County, Derrick Gott, Jenna Johnson; Holt County, Samantha Grist, Gina Lucas; Livingston County, Lisa Geiser, Anthony Ishmael, Robert Smith, Susan Stull; Nodaway County, Jackie Cochenour, Annette Deering; Worth County, Adam Downing, Charlotte Green. Receiving a Certificate of Participation was Jacob Oser, Carroll County.
A special thank you to the Graduation Planning Committee from the Class of 2018: Ashley Bugbee, Brendon Clark, Ashlee Driskell, Laura McFadden, and Heather Olson.
Leadership Northwest Missouri is a leadership development program designed to bring together participants from throughout a 19-county region to build, strengthen and inspire leaders through training and networking experiences. The class began in January and continued through July with monthly sessions in various Northwest Missouri communities. Classes during the 2019 class year were held at Conception Abbey, in Liberty, Brookfield, Fairfax, Osborn, Maryville and Bethany.
Each session contained instruction on various leadership skills, in-depth examination of various issues facing the region and hands-on exercises. In addition to entrepreneurship, other regional issues that were addressed included healthcare, agriculture, regional awareness and team empowerment.
New LNWMO Board Members joining in July: Rachel Davidson, Carroll County; Chip Holman, Clinton County; Jenna Johnson, Grundy County; and Darla Shipley, Livingston County.
An application for the 2020 class will soon be available on the website: http://www.leadershipnorthwestmissouri.org
Brenda Williams, General Board Member and Class of 2007 alum, presented the Leadership Northwest Missouri Citizenship Award for 2019 to Granville “Chip” Holman, Gower, MO. Chip is the Mayor of Gower, MO and an American Family Insurance Agent. Chip displays his citizenship by spending countless hours improving his community. He has been instrumental in starting many new events and fundraisers in Gower. Chip supports the youth in the community by attending sporting events, fundraisers, and other activities at the school. He worked to have the school mascot added to the water tower and the football field. Chip served his country as a United States Marine. He is also now an alum of LNWMO, Class of 2019.
Robert Jandorf and Staci Baker, past president, presented each of the 29 graduating class members a plaque for completing the program. Graduates from the 2019 class, IGNITING 19, represented 11 Northwest Missouri Counties: Andrew County, Stephen Goss; Atchison County, Ashley Mayall; Buchanan County, Cameron Corbet, Megan Deppen, Sarah Meierhoffer, Skye Pournazari, Adam Watson; Carroll County, Rachel Davidson, Devin Frazier, Rachel Hunt; Clinton County, Chip Holman, Pam Holman, Alex Spencer; Gentry County, Jordan Eiberger, Debbie Klommhaus, Steven Meyer, Megan Miller; Grundy County, Derrick Gott, Jenna Johnson; Holt County, Samantha Grist, Gina Lucas; Livingston County, Lisa Geiser, Anthony Ishmael, Robert Smith, Susan Stull; Nodaway County, Jackie Cochenour, Annette Deering; Worth County, Adam Downing, Charlotte Green. Receiving a Certificate of Participation was Jacob Oser, Carroll County.
A special thank you to the Graduation Planning Committee from the Class of 2018: Ashley Bugbee, Brendon Clark, Ashlee Driskell, Laura McFadden, and Heather Olson.
Leadership Northwest Missouri is a leadership development program designed to bring together participants from throughout a 19-county region to build, strengthen and inspire leaders through training and networking experiences. The class began in January and continued through July with monthly sessions in various Northwest Missouri communities. Classes during the 2019 class year were held at Conception Abbey, in Liberty, Brookfield, Fairfax, Osborn, Maryville and Bethany.
Each session contained instruction on various leadership skills, in-depth examination of various issues facing the region and hands-on exercises. In addition to entrepreneurship, other regional issues that were addressed included healthcare, agriculture, regional awareness and team empowerment.
New LNWMO Board Members joining in July: Rachel Davidson, Carroll County; Chip Holman, Clinton County; Jenna Johnson, Grundy County; and Darla Shipley, Livingston County.
An application for the 2020 class will soon be available on the website: http://www.leadershipnorthwestmissouri.org
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
Courthouse News for July 31st. 2019
On July 18th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Jackie Tinkle (49) of Grant City alleging DWI and Speeding (20-25 mph over).
Nodaway County Sheriff Randy Strong posted the following news item: On July 22, 2019, a concerned citizen called to report that there was a suspicious lady and vehicle in a private field located in the area of 250th and Panther Road. The woman was carrying a pry bar. Deputy Long arrived and located Susan Anne Walters, age 50, of Blockton, Iowa. Walters’ vehicle was not licensed and the windshield was broken which obstructed the driver’s vision. Walters was not insured and she did not have a valid operators license. Walters had three previous felony convictions. During the course of the encounter with the deputy, Walters became resistant and attempted to leave. Sgt. Hann and K-9 Bolt arrived to assist. Bolt "indicated" on the vehicle involved. A search of the vehicle produced a syringe and pipe, commonly used to ingest methamphetamine. Also located on the driver’s side of the vehicle was a firearm. Several bags of methamphetamine were found on Walters with an approximate weight of 21 grams. Nodaway County Prosecuting Attorney Rice charged Walters with Possession of a Controlled Substance, a class D Felony, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon (possesses a firearm while knowingly in possession of a controlled substance) a class E Felony. Walters is being held in the Nodaway County Jail pending bond.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against David Owens (36) of St. Joseph alleging No Valid License (2nd Offense).
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Cameron Starks (19) of Lees Summit alleging Peace Disturbance.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Stacy Caldwell (43) of Tarkio alleging Passing a Bad Check.
On July 23rd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Michael Anderson (30) of Barnard alleging Littering.
On July 23rd, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Carl McCartney (37) of McFall in Gentry County on charges of Driving While Revoked (Felony), Resisting Arrest (Felony), Unlawfully Operating ATV on Highway, Careless & Imprudent Driving, Failure to Signal, Operating ATV Without Flag, and Operating ATC Without Reflective Triangle. Charges were subsequently filed by Prosecutor Jessica Jones on July 24th.
On July 23rd, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Zacharey Scott Ballard (25) of Blockton alleging No Plates and No Seat Belt.
On July 24th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Myeisha Hall (17) of Brooklyn Park (MN) on charges of Speeding (101 mph) and No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Wyatt Starmer (21) alleging Hunting Bullfrogs or Green Frogs in Closed Season.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Shawn Bradley (28) of Waterloo (IA) alleging No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Jeremy Christopherson (24) of Ridgeway alleging No Insurance.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Taylore Dailey (23) of Mercer alleging Improper Lane Change (Accident).
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Alan Burke (45) of Ramsey (MN) alleging Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Christopher Egger (53) of Dexter (IA), Jonatan Cisneros (35) of Torreon (Mexico), Justin Mitchum (31) of Higden (AR), and Michael Green (53) of Kansas City alleging No Valid Interstate Fuel License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Miyoshia Evans (34) of Madison (WI) alleging No Valid Driver’s License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Charles Fillie (22) of Brooklyn Center (MN) alleging No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Kayley Griffin (19) of Trenton alleging No Insurance.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Morgan Jenkins (22) of Kansas City alleging No Insurance.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Richard Reyes (41) of Gilman City alleging No Insurance.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Daniel Score (32) of Bethany alleging No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against James Wilper (38) of Bethany alleging No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Michael Welling (42) of Hatfield alleging Tampering with a Witness (Felony).
On July 24th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Tucker Darrah (19) of Redding alleging Minor in Possession.
On July 24th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Seth Brown (20) of Grant City alleging Minor in Possession.
On July 24th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Nicole Johnson (40) of Grant City alleging Supplying Alcohol to a Minor.
On July 24th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Andrew Holmes (19) of Clearmont in Nodaway County on a District Court of Council Bluffs (IA) Warrant (Felony Assault).
On July 25th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against David Bullock (55) of Leavenworth (KS) alleging two counts Stealing.
On July 25th, Special Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Marvin McKinney (77) of Maryville in Nodaway County alleging Harassment and Assault.
On July 26th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Isaac Wright (21) of Maryville alleging No Insurance, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and No Plates.
On July 26th, a Maryville man reported on Facebook that a semi hauling a farm vehicle that was too wide for the road ran him and three other people off the road west of Maryville and damaged his truck.
On July 27th, traffic on I-29 south of St. Joseph was stopped in southbound lanes after a semi overturned on the west side around the 37 mile marker.
On July 27th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Misty Moon (31) of St. Joseph in Nodaway County on a St. Joseph City Warrant (Driving While Suspended), Driving While Suspended, and Speeding.
On July 29th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Blake Corum (38) of Ridgeway alleging Domestic Assault.
On July 29th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Luis Perez (68) of West Allis (WI) alleging Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Speeding (20-25 mph).
On July 29th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Mary Perez (61) of West Allis (WI) alleging Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
On July 29th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Michael Tompkins (44) of Minneapolis (MN) alleging Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Speeding, and No Valid License.
On July 29th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Forest Buckman (29) of Albany alleging Unlawful Use of a Weapon (Intoxicated w/Loaded Weapon, Felony), Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was set at $5,000.
Charges listed are mere allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Nodaway County Sheriff Randy Strong posted the following news item: On July 22, 2019, a concerned citizen called to report that there was a suspicious lady and vehicle in a private field located in the area of 250th and Panther Road. The woman was carrying a pry bar. Deputy Long arrived and located Susan Anne Walters, age 50, of Blockton, Iowa. Walters’ vehicle was not licensed and the windshield was broken which obstructed the driver’s vision. Walters was not insured and she did not have a valid operators license. Walters had three previous felony convictions. During the course of the encounter with the deputy, Walters became resistant and attempted to leave. Sgt. Hann and K-9 Bolt arrived to assist. Bolt "indicated" on the vehicle involved. A search of the vehicle produced a syringe and pipe, commonly used to ingest methamphetamine. Also located on the driver’s side of the vehicle was a firearm. Several bags of methamphetamine were found on Walters with an approximate weight of 21 grams. Nodaway County Prosecuting Attorney Rice charged Walters with Possession of a Controlled Substance, a class D Felony, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon (possesses a firearm while knowingly in possession of a controlled substance) a class E Felony. Walters is being held in the Nodaway County Jail pending bond.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against David Owens (36) of St. Joseph alleging No Valid License (2nd Offense).
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Cameron Starks (19) of Lees Summit alleging Peace Disturbance.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Stacy Caldwell (43) of Tarkio alleging Passing a Bad Check.
On July 23rd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Michael Anderson (30) of Barnard alleging Littering.
On July 23rd, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Carl McCartney (37) of McFall in Gentry County on charges of Driving While Revoked (Felony), Resisting Arrest (Felony), Unlawfully Operating ATV on Highway, Careless & Imprudent Driving, Failure to Signal, Operating ATV Without Flag, and Operating ATC Without Reflective Triangle. Charges were subsequently filed by Prosecutor Jessica Jones on July 24th.
On July 23rd, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Zacharey Scott Ballard (25) of Blockton alleging No Plates and No Seat Belt.
On July 24th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Myeisha Hall (17) of Brooklyn Park (MN) on charges of Speeding (101 mph) and No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Wyatt Starmer (21) alleging Hunting Bullfrogs or Green Frogs in Closed Season.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Shawn Bradley (28) of Waterloo (IA) alleging No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Jeremy Christopherson (24) of Ridgeway alleging No Insurance.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Taylore Dailey (23) of Mercer alleging Improper Lane Change (Accident).
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Alan Burke (45) of Ramsey (MN) alleging Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Christopher Egger (53) of Dexter (IA), Jonatan Cisneros (35) of Torreon (Mexico), Justin Mitchum (31) of Higden (AR), and Michael Green (53) of Kansas City alleging No Valid Interstate Fuel License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Miyoshia Evans (34) of Madison (WI) alleging No Valid Driver’s License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Charles Fillie (22) of Brooklyn Center (MN) alleging No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Kayley Griffin (19) of Trenton alleging No Insurance.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Morgan Jenkins (22) of Kansas City alleging No Insurance.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Richard Reyes (41) of Gilman City alleging No Insurance.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Daniel Score (32) of Bethany alleging No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against James Wilper (38) of Bethany alleging No Valid License.
On July 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Michael Welling (42) of Hatfield alleging Tampering with a Witness (Felony).
On July 24th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Tucker Darrah (19) of Redding alleging Minor in Possession.
On July 24th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Seth Brown (20) of Grant City alleging Minor in Possession.
On July 24th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Nicole Johnson (40) of Grant City alleging Supplying Alcohol to a Minor.
On July 24th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Andrew Holmes (19) of Clearmont in Nodaway County on a District Court of Council Bluffs (IA) Warrant (Felony Assault).
On July 25th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against David Bullock (55) of Leavenworth (KS) alleging two counts Stealing.
On July 25th, Special Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Marvin McKinney (77) of Maryville in Nodaway County alleging Harassment and Assault.
On July 26th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Isaac Wright (21) of Maryville alleging No Insurance, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and No Plates.
On July 26th, a Maryville man reported on Facebook that a semi hauling a farm vehicle that was too wide for the road ran him and three other people off the road west of Maryville and damaged his truck.
On July 27th, traffic on I-29 south of St. Joseph was stopped in southbound lanes after a semi overturned on the west side around the 37 mile marker.
On July 27th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Misty Moon (31) of St. Joseph in Nodaway County on a St. Joseph City Warrant (Driving While Suspended), Driving While Suspended, and Speeding.
On July 29th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Blake Corum (38) of Ridgeway alleging Domestic Assault.
On July 29th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Luis Perez (68) of West Allis (WI) alleging Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Speeding (20-25 mph).
On July 29th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Mary Perez (61) of West Allis (WI) alleging Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
On July 29th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Michael Tompkins (44) of Minneapolis (MN) alleging Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Speeding, and No Valid License.
On July 29th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Forest Buckman (29) of Albany alleging Unlawful Use of a Weapon (Intoxicated w/Loaded Weapon, Felony), Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was set at $5,000.
Charges listed are mere allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Out of Darkness Walk September 15th
Three local families will be participating in the Out of Darkness Walk at LeBlond High School on September 15th.
Suicide claims more lives than war, murder, and natural disaster combined. A person dies every 12.8 minutes in the US by suicide. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is seeking to reduce suicide rates by 20% by 2025. Donations can be made directly to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, or you can make a donation directly to a team member. Individuals can go to afsp.donordrive.com and type in a team name in the search box.
Local teams include Collin’s Castle in honor of Collin Castleberry, Dusky’s Stampede in honor of Dusky Baker, and Debbie Nalle in honor of her daughter Marcie.
All donations are 100% tax deductible. 82.9% of donations go towards program services such as research, education, programs, and support. Only 17.1% goes towards administrative costs.
Suicide claims more lives than war, murder, and natural disaster combined. A person dies every 12.8 minutes in the US by suicide. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is seeking to reduce suicide rates by 20% by 2025. Donations can be made directly to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, or you can make a donation directly to a team member. Individuals can go to afsp.donordrive.com and type in a team name in the search box.
Local teams include Collin’s Castle in honor of Collin Castleberry, Dusky’s Stampede in honor of Dusky Baker, and Debbie Nalle in honor of her daughter Marcie.
All donations are 100% tax deductible. 82.9% of donations go towards program services such as research, education, programs, and support. Only 17.1% goes towards administrative costs.
Monday, July 29, 2019
Obituary -- Norman Green 1936-2019
Norman Green, 82, of North Platte, died at Centennial Park Retirement Village on Monday, July 29, 2019.
Norman was born in Sharpsburg, Iowa, on September 9, 1936, to Jake and Neva Green and grew up in Blockton, Iowa. Norman was a lifelong farmer and rancher.
On May 16, 1958, Norman married the love of his life, Barbara Harrison, at her parent’s home in Bedford, Iowa. The couple lived in Blockton for a year then moved to Missouri where Norman worked cattle. They eventually moved to Nebraska in 1982 and lived in Sutherland.
Norman enjoyed working, gardening, woodworking and caring for his draft horses. He loved his family, especially his grandkids, and will be remembered for being a great storyteller. ‘Stormin Norman’ will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara, of North Platte; their children, Ron Green (Diana Anderson), of Wilcox, Vicki (Robert) Lungren, of North Platte, Jim (Teresa) Green, of Chappell, Rick (Barbara) Green, of Holdrege, Russ Green, of Sutherland, and Robin Sheets, of Kearney; 19 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sister, Irene White, of Shenandoah, Iowa; brothers, Gerald Green, of Blockton, Iowa, Junior (Marvel) Green, of Council Bluffs, Iowa and Gordon Green (Betty) of, Clarinda, Iowa; as well as many other family members.
Norman was preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Neva; sister and her husband, Evelyn and Leland Loughry; brothers and their wives, Donald and Roberta Green and Dick and JoAnne Green; sister-in-law, Norma Green; brother-in-law, Buddy White; granddaughter, Emily; and great-grandson, Zachary.
Funeral Service will be 2 p.m. Friday, August 2, 2019, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore with Pastor Mark Baldwin officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery, south of Sutherland. Visitation will be Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. with family greeting friends from 5-7 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the Sutherland Rodeo.
Norman was born in Sharpsburg, Iowa, on September 9, 1936, to Jake and Neva Green and grew up in Blockton, Iowa. Norman was a lifelong farmer and rancher.
On May 16, 1958, Norman married the love of his life, Barbara Harrison, at her parent’s home in Bedford, Iowa. The couple lived in Blockton for a year then moved to Missouri where Norman worked cattle. They eventually moved to Nebraska in 1982 and lived in Sutherland.
Norman enjoyed working, gardening, woodworking and caring for his draft horses. He loved his family, especially his grandkids, and will be remembered for being a great storyteller. ‘Stormin Norman’ will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara, of North Platte; their children, Ron Green (Diana Anderson), of Wilcox, Vicki (Robert) Lungren, of North Platte, Jim (Teresa) Green, of Chappell, Rick (Barbara) Green, of Holdrege, Russ Green, of Sutherland, and Robin Sheets, of Kearney; 19 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sister, Irene White, of Shenandoah, Iowa; brothers, Gerald Green, of Blockton, Iowa, Junior (Marvel) Green, of Council Bluffs, Iowa and Gordon Green (Betty) of, Clarinda, Iowa; as well as many other family members.
Norman was preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Neva; sister and her husband, Evelyn and Leland Loughry; brothers and their wives, Donald and Roberta Green and Dick and JoAnne Green; sister-in-law, Norma Green; brother-in-law, Buddy White; granddaughter, Emily; and great-grandson, Zachary.
Funeral Service will be 2 p.m. Friday, August 2, 2019, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore with Pastor Mark Baldwin officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery, south of Sutherland. Visitation will be Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. with family greeting friends from 5-7 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the Sutherland Rodeo.
Obituary -- Dalton Johnson 2000-2019
Dalton Keith Johnson, 18, of Warsaw, MO died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Sedalia, MO on July 26, 2019.
Dalton was born on August 15, 2000 in Kansas City, MO, the son of Neil and Lindy Anne (Nelson) Johnson.
Survivors include: his parents, Neil and Lindy Johnson of Warsaw, three sisters and one brother-in-law: Trysten and Trent Dial of Richmond, Emma Johnson and Anna Johnson both of the home; one niece, Kopelynn Claire Dial, paternal grandparent, Ivalee Johnson of Sheridan, MO and maternal grandparents, Wesley and Millie Nelson of Platte City; his girlfriend, Madisson Boothe of Carrollton, MO; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by paternal grandparent, Doyle Johnson.
Dalton was employed as a Tool & Die Technician at Maxion Wheels in Sedalia and was attending College at State Fair Community College to be a precision machinist. Dalton was homeschooled and tested into college at age 14. Some of the words used to describe Dalton would be adventurous, selfless, kind, generous, fearless, compassionate, brave, fierce and resilient. Dalton always grew from his life experiences. He was very industrious, starting at a young age selling duct tape roses and wallets to his friends and family. From that point, he took his entrepreneurial skills and began his own bath bomb business including the purchase of his very own pneumatic press to increase his bath bomb production. Among his passions were his guns, bows, pistols and rifles--he could hit any target still or moving. Dalton found happiness in riding his motorcycle. Dalton had a love for music. He was a percussionist, played the piano and sang. He was truly gifted and could play music by ear.
Dalton was talented with everything he set his mind too. His love for his niece was beyond compare, he called her his “little bambee head.” He will be greatly missed by everyone he knew, especially his family and friends.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Dalton Johnson Memorial Fund, to benefit the Precision Machining Program at State Fair Community College in Sedalia, Missouri. Memorials can either be dropped off at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 E. Main St. - P.O. Box 190, Richmond, 64085.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at the First Baptist Church in Richmond, MO. Visitation will be held on Tuesday evening, July 30, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Richmond. Burial will be in Richmond Memory Gardens Cemetery. Please remember to share your memories of Dalton by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.
Dalton was born on August 15, 2000 in Kansas City, MO, the son of Neil and Lindy Anne (Nelson) Johnson.
Survivors include: his parents, Neil and Lindy Johnson of Warsaw, three sisters and one brother-in-law: Trysten and Trent Dial of Richmond, Emma Johnson and Anna Johnson both of the home; one niece, Kopelynn Claire Dial, paternal grandparent, Ivalee Johnson of Sheridan, MO and maternal grandparents, Wesley and Millie Nelson of Platte City; his girlfriend, Madisson Boothe of Carrollton, MO; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by paternal grandparent, Doyle Johnson.
Dalton was employed as a Tool & Die Technician at Maxion Wheels in Sedalia and was attending College at State Fair Community College to be a precision machinist. Dalton was homeschooled and tested into college at age 14. Some of the words used to describe Dalton would be adventurous, selfless, kind, generous, fearless, compassionate, brave, fierce and resilient. Dalton always grew from his life experiences. He was very industrious, starting at a young age selling duct tape roses and wallets to his friends and family. From that point, he took his entrepreneurial skills and began his own bath bomb business including the purchase of his very own pneumatic press to increase his bath bomb production. Among his passions were his guns, bows, pistols and rifles--he could hit any target still or moving. Dalton found happiness in riding his motorcycle. Dalton had a love for music. He was a percussionist, played the piano and sang. He was truly gifted and could play music by ear.
Dalton was talented with everything he set his mind too. His love for his niece was beyond compare, he called her his “little bambee head.” He will be greatly missed by everyone he knew, especially his family and friends.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Dalton Johnson Memorial Fund, to benefit the Precision Machining Program at State Fair Community College in Sedalia, Missouri. Memorials can either be dropped off at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 E. Main St. - P.O. Box 190, Richmond, 64085.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at the First Baptist Church in Richmond, MO. Visitation will be held on Tuesday evening, July 30, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Richmond. Burial will be in Richmond Memory Gardens Cemetery. Please remember to share your memories of Dalton by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.
Obituary -- Stefani Spainhower 1979-2019
Stefani Jo Spainhower, 40, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away July 27, 2019. She was born January 23, 1979 to Jack and Patti (Cook) Spainhower.
She is survived by parents; Jack and Patti; grandfather Jerry Cook, aunt, uncle, cousin and her family and many friends.
Memorial Services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Grant City Christian Church in Grant City, Missouri with visitation one hour prior to service. There will also be memorial service at a later date in Kansas City.
Memorial may be made to Humane Society or American Heart Association.
Arrangements are under direction of Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City. View full obit at www.prugh-dunfeefuneralhome.com
She is survived by parents; Jack and Patti; grandfather Jerry Cook, aunt, uncle, cousin and her family and many friends.
Memorial Services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Grant City Christian Church in Grant City, Missouri with visitation one hour prior to service. There will also be memorial service at a later date in Kansas City.
Memorial may be made to Humane Society or American Heart Association.
Arrangements are under direction of Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City. View full obit at www.prugh-dunfeefuneralhome.com
Sunday, July 28, 2019
Obituary -- Cora Mae Bowlin 1932-2019
Cora Mae Stabe Bowlin passed away on July 25, 2019 in Kansas City, MO.
She was born January 10, 1932 to her parents Glee and Gertrude Stabe in Worth County Missouri on a rural farm. Both preceded her in death her mothers death 1953, her fathers in 1973, her brothers Wayland in 1923 and Alvin in 1994.
While attending Grant City High School her cousin introduced her to William Henderson Bowlin and by August 8, 1951 they married. They settled in Gladstone Missouri to raise their family. They had four daughters and one son. Northaven Drive was our circle and it was where she made her best friends. They played Tripoli once a month while raising kids and once retired they continued to gather for over 50 years together. Over their 68 years of marriage, she and Bill enjoyed square dancing and family gatherings. Cora was an active Girl Scout leader, also one of the very first weight watcher lecturers in the early seventies. They were members of North Cross Methodist Church. Her biggest devotion in life was giving and caring for friends and family. She made countless sacrifices her entire life for others without complaint.
Cora is survived by her loving husband Bill and their children:
Stephanie Miller, Stanley & Cheryl Bowlin, Suzanne Bowlin, Sandra & Alan Luckcuck, Sonya & Bill Downs; seven grandchildren, David and spouse, Mary Miller, Max Miller, Rachel and Lexie Luckcuck, Kyle and Matthew Downs, and Skylar Bowlin; sister, Linda and spouse Peter Luckcuck, and many nieces and nephews. Cora was a social person and had many friends and relatives far and wide.
Funeral services will be held 7 PM Tuesday July 30, 2019 at Souder Family Funeral Home with a visitation from 6-7 PM. Burial will be in Prairie Chapel Cemetery, near Denver, MO 2 PM Wednesday July 31, 2019.
Please help celebrate the life of Cora by sharing a memory or expressing your condolences to the family.
She was born January 10, 1932 to her parents Glee and Gertrude Stabe in Worth County Missouri on a rural farm. Both preceded her in death her mothers death 1953, her fathers in 1973, her brothers Wayland in 1923 and Alvin in 1994.
While attending Grant City High School her cousin introduced her to William Henderson Bowlin and by August 8, 1951 they married. They settled in Gladstone Missouri to raise their family. They had four daughters and one son. Northaven Drive was our circle and it was where she made her best friends. They played Tripoli once a month while raising kids and once retired they continued to gather for over 50 years together. Over their 68 years of marriage, she and Bill enjoyed square dancing and family gatherings. Cora was an active Girl Scout leader, also one of the very first weight watcher lecturers in the early seventies. They were members of North Cross Methodist Church. Her biggest devotion in life was giving and caring for friends and family. She made countless sacrifices her entire life for others without complaint.
Cora is survived by her loving husband Bill and their children:
Stephanie Miller, Stanley & Cheryl Bowlin, Suzanne Bowlin, Sandra & Alan Luckcuck, Sonya & Bill Downs; seven grandchildren, David and spouse, Mary Miller, Max Miller, Rachel and Lexie Luckcuck, Kyle and Matthew Downs, and Skylar Bowlin; sister, Linda and spouse Peter Luckcuck, and many nieces and nephews. Cora was a social person and had many friends and relatives far and wide.
Funeral services will be held 7 PM Tuesday July 30, 2019 at Souder Family Funeral Home with a visitation from 6-7 PM. Burial will be in Prairie Chapel Cemetery, near Denver, MO 2 PM Wednesday July 31, 2019.
Please help celebrate the life of Cora by sharing a memory or expressing your condolences to the family.
Fatal Wreck in Taylor County
A fatal accident occurred in Taylor County Friday. The Iowa State Highway Patrol reports that a 2003 Ford F-150 driven by Anna Eischeid (40) of Bedford was northbound on Forest Avenue attempting to turn east on 300th Street when it lost traction, skidded across 300th Street, overturned several times, and rolled into the north ditch.
Saturday, July 27, 2019
Haley Craig Lifts 425 Pounds, to Work as Sports Trainer
Parisi Speed School of Como, a sports training school out of Columbia (MO), posted a video of Haley Craig on their Facebook page achieving a personal record by lifting 425 pounds.
Haley was a three sport athlete at North Harrison, where she excelled in softball, basketball, and track. She continued her track career at Northwest, getting to nationals this Spring in throwing. Haley will now work for Parisi after passing her interim coaching course and will complete her BS at Northwest this fall.
Haley was a three sport athlete at North Harrison, where she excelled in softball, basketball, and track. She continued her track career at Northwest, getting to nationals this Spring in throwing. Haley will now work for Parisi after passing her interim coaching course and will complete her BS at Northwest this fall.
North Harrison Grad Cooper Sadowsky to Start Mental Health Blog
North Harrison grad Cooper Sadowsky will launch The Coop, which will address mental health in agriculture and mental health in general. As she describes it, “A blog that’s raw, real, and ridiculous. A space to improve dialogue surrounding mental heath in agriculture and mental health in general. A place for faith and hope and beauty. A place to learn and grow. A place to feel safe and encouraged. A place for you.”
After graduating from North Harrison, she went to Oral Roberts University, where she studied Psychology. She is working on her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Oral Roberts.
After graduating from North Harrison, she went to Oral Roberts University, where she studied Psychology. She is working on her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Oral Roberts.
Back to Back Home Runs Give Mount Ayr Third Place
Back to back home runs gave Mount Ayr’s Raiderettes a third place finish in state as they beat East Marshall. They finished their season at 27-3 and it was their highest-ever finish in program history.
The Raiderettes trailed 3-0 after one, but clawed back to within 4-3 after six innings. In the seventh, back to back jacks from Addy Reynolds and Alexa Anderson put Mount Ayr in front 5-4.
There was still some excitement left as East Marshall had a chance to come back. Maria Rasmussen walked to lead off and moved to third with one out on an error. Abby Ryan stole second to make it second and third with one out. But a strikeout and an infield popup ended the game.
The team includes Payten Lambert, daughter of Worth County grad Derek Lambert and granddaughter of Keith and Mary Kay Lambert of Allendale. Lambert was instrumental in Mount Ayr’s fourth inning rally that brought them right back into the game, down only 3-2. With two outs, she kept the inning going with a runner on first as she beat out an infield hit. That set up Sam Stewart’s two-run double that brought them back into the game.
Mount Ayr will be a favorite to go back to state next year, as they only lose one senior from this year’s squad. It was their first trip to state since 1994.
The Raiderettes trailed 3-0 after one, but clawed back to within 4-3 after six innings. In the seventh, back to back jacks from Addy Reynolds and Alexa Anderson put Mount Ayr in front 5-4.
There was still some excitement left as East Marshall had a chance to come back. Maria Rasmussen walked to lead off and moved to third with one out on an error. Abby Ryan stole second to make it second and third with one out. But a strikeout and an infield popup ended the game.
The team includes Payten Lambert, daughter of Worth County grad Derek Lambert and granddaughter of Keith and Mary Kay Lambert of Allendale. Lambert was instrumental in Mount Ayr’s fourth inning rally that brought them right back into the game, down only 3-2. With two outs, she kept the inning going with a runner on first as she beat out an infield hit. That set up Sam Stewart’s two-run double that brought them back into the game.
Mount Ayr will be a favorite to go back to state next year, as they only lose one senior from this year’s squad. It was their first trip to state since 1994.
Fever, Trojanettes Celebrate Successful Seasons
The Nodaway News-Leader, in its July 25th issue, reported that several traveling softball teams with local players celebrated successful seasons.
The Fever, coached by Coach Brandon Craig of North Harrison, placed second in the State Softball Tournament. They dropped their first game with eight players before catching fire and battling back to the championship game. Carly Rinehart and Emma Craig played on that team, which won a tournament earlier this year.
The Trojanette 10 & Under team, including Audrey Runde (Worth County), had a 28-18 record. The Trojanette 12 & Under team featured Hadley DeFreece (NEN). They were 22-18. The Trojanette 16 & Under team featured Braidy Hunt (Worth County). They were 27-13 this year. The Trojanettes 18 & Under team featured Keagan O’Riley (North Nodaway) and Haley Hunt (Worth County).
The Fever, coached by Coach Brandon Craig of North Harrison, placed second in the State Softball Tournament. They dropped their first game with eight players before catching fire and battling back to the championship game. Carly Rinehart and Emma Craig played on that team, which won a tournament earlier this year.
The Trojanette 10 & Under team, including Audrey Runde (Worth County), had a 28-18 record. The Trojanette 12 & Under team featured Hadley DeFreece (NEN). They were 22-18. The Trojanette 16 & Under team featured Braidy Hunt (Worth County). They were 27-13 this year. The Trojanettes 18 & Under team featured Keagan O’Riley (North Nodaway) and Haley Hunt (Worth County).
Obituary -- Will Stewart 1946-2019
William Doliver ("Willie") Stewart, Jr., 73, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Allendale, Missouri on July 25, 2019. He was born on March 30, 1946 in Louisville, KY to William Doliver Stewart, Sr. and Jean Casey Stewart. The oldest of three sons in a military family, Willie lived many places during his youth ultimately graduating from high school in Anchorage, Alaska.
Willie earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and business from Missouri Western in St. Joseph, MO. While he worked in business for several years after graduating, he followed his family's military heritage by joining the National Guard and then the U.S. Air Force. He achieved the rank of Master Sergeant before retiring from the Air Force in 2006.
Willie married Claudia Suzanne Conrad on March 19, 2004 in St. Joseph, MO. Together they moved to Allendale, MO where Willie was quick to tell one and all how much he loved the peace and quiet.
He spent several years driving for Heartland Motor Coaches and enjoyed telling stories of his adventures driving college and professional sports teams in the Midwest. Later he helped the Worth County schools by driving a school bus. He took pleasure in mentoring several local youths.
Willie served on the Allendale Town Board, was active in the Grant City Lions Club, and was a member of Crossroads Assembly of God Church in Grant City, MO. He was also a lifelong member of the Masonic Lodge.
Some knew Willie as a dedicated military professional, others knew him as a Corvette enthusiast, a golfer, a card player, or a fellow who appreciated good food. All who knew him will remember him as quick with a story on any subject and just as quick to offer help or encouragement.
Willie was preceded in death by his parents, William and Jean Stewart of Louisville, KY. He is survived by his wife, Claudia of Allendale, her parents Melvin and Delores Simpson of St. Joseph, MO, his brothers James Keith Stewart of Louisville, KY and Roy Timothy Stewart of Leawood, KS, stepdaughter Jessica (Becki) Ralyn and granddaughters Alexandra and Charlee Ralyn of Madison, WI.
A funeral service will be held at Crossroads 1st Assembly of God Church, Grant City, MO on Tuesday, July 30, at 11:00. Full military honors will be provided by the Missouri Honors Team and Worth County Memorial VFW # 3123. Interment will take place at a future date.
Arrangements: andrewshannfuneralhome.com
Willie earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and business from Missouri Western in St. Joseph, MO. While he worked in business for several years after graduating, he followed his family's military heritage by joining the National Guard and then the U.S. Air Force. He achieved the rank of Master Sergeant before retiring from the Air Force in 2006.
Willie married Claudia Suzanne Conrad on March 19, 2004 in St. Joseph, MO. Together they moved to Allendale, MO where Willie was quick to tell one and all how much he loved the peace and quiet.
He spent several years driving for Heartland Motor Coaches and enjoyed telling stories of his adventures driving college and professional sports teams in the Midwest. Later he helped the Worth County schools by driving a school bus. He took pleasure in mentoring several local youths.
Willie served on the Allendale Town Board, was active in the Grant City Lions Club, and was a member of Crossroads Assembly of God Church in Grant City, MO. He was also a lifelong member of the Masonic Lodge.
Some knew Willie as a dedicated military professional, others knew him as a Corvette enthusiast, a golfer, a card player, or a fellow who appreciated good food. All who knew him will remember him as quick with a story on any subject and just as quick to offer help or encouragement.
Willie was preceded in death by his parents, William and Jean Stewart of Louisville, KY. He is survived by his wife, Claudia of Allendale, her parents Melvin and Delores Simpson of St. Joseph, MO, his brothers James Keith Stewart of Louisville, KY and Roy Timothy Stewart of Leawood, KS, stepdaughter Jessica (Becki) Ralyn and granddaughters Alexandra and Charlee Ralyn of Madison, WI.
A funeral service will be held at Crossroads 1st Assembly of God Church, Grant City, MO on Tuesday, July 30, at 11:00. Full military honors will be provided by the Missouri Honors Team and Worth County Memorial VFW # 3123. Interment will take place at a future date.
Arrangements: andrewshannfuneralhome.com
Friday, July 26, 2019
Man Arrested, Denied Bond in Case Related to Missing Brothers
A Braymer man was arrested Friday afternoon in conjunction with the missing Diemel brothers from Wisconsin, FOX 4 News from Kansas City reported. On July 26th, Caldwell County Prosecutor Brady Kopek charged Garland Nelson (25) of Braymer with Tampering with a Motor Vehicle (Felony). He is being held without bond.
Charges listed are merely allegations; all people are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence.
The two brothers, Nick and Justin Diemel of Wisconsin, remain missing. The situation is being treated as a death investigation. The two brothers have been missing since Sunday.
If you have any information on the whereabouts of the Diemel brothers, contact Clinton County CrimeStoppers at (816) 632-TIPS.
Charges listed are merely allegations; all people are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence.
The two brothers, Nick and Justin Diemel of Wisconsin, remain missing. The situation is being treated as a death investigation. The two brothers have been missing since Sunday.
If you have any information on the whereabouts of the Diemel brothers, contact Clinton County CrimeStoppers at (816) 632-TIPS.
Carter Crone Receiving Multiple Offers in Football
While Steven Willhite got all the hype last year along with the rest of the Panther offense, and he nearly toppled Kobe Reynolds’ single season passing record, Carter Crone has been turning into a force on the other side of the ball. He had a breakout game against Albany on October 29th, recording 16 tackles against the Warriors. “Albany scares me,” said Panther Coach Chase Roberts at the time. “Coach Fountain will have them ready to play.” But the game turned out not to be a problem, as Pattonsburg came away with the 68-20 win after surviving a 94-62 track meet in Albany the year before.
Crone has already gotten offers from Northwest Missouri State, St. Augustana, Missouri S&T, and South Dakota. Despite his 6’4 frame, Devin Albertson, play by play broadcaster for KNIM, said Crone was in on nearly every play at Albany’s football camp recently.
Crone has already gotten offers from Northwest Missouri State, St. Augustana, Missouri S&T, and South Dakota. Despite his 6’4 frame, Devin Albertson, play by play broadcaster for KNIM, said Crone was in on nearly every play at Albany’s football camp recently.
Missouri Eight Man Rises to 26 Teams
The ranks of eight man football will grow for 2019. There will now be 26 teams vying for a state title. New schools this year include Appleton City (Montrose), Drexel (Miami), LeBlond, Liberal (Bronaugh), and Rich Hill (Hume). Leaving eight man ranks this year will be St. Joseph Christian, who will form an 11 man coop with Northland Christian.
Among the newcomers, Miami of Amoret was an eight man power at the turn of the millennium, falling 48-40 to Chris Healy and the Worth County Tigers in the State Championship game. Sacred Heart, after getting to the State Championship game against Worth County in 2017 and dropping football last year, is resurrecting its program and joining forces with Northwest Hughesville.
LeBlond will be coached by one-time NEN girls basketball coach Eric Fairchild. The one-time St. Joseph football power fell on hard times recently, bringing out only 24 players last year, 12 of whom had never played football before. But they will be strong at the skill positions, which will make them an interesting matchup. The Golden Eagles will know right away how good they will be as they face off against Pattonsburg the first game of the year. Both coaches will be familiar with each other as Chase Roberts (Pattonsburg) and Fairchild (LeBlond) faced off many times when Fairchild was at Southwest Livingston.
MSHSAA rules now allow cooperatives involving three schools this year for all sports involving eight or more players.This means that girls softball and 11 man football schools can form three-way cooperatives, subject to enrollment restrictions. However, only Pattonsburg will feature three schools joining forces, as they have Gilman City and North Harrison in their cooperative again this year.
Among the newcomers, Miami of Amoret was an eight man power at the turn of the millennium, falling 48-40 to Chris Healy and the Worth County Tigers in the State Championship game. Sacred Heart, after getting to the State Championship game against Worth County in 2017 and dropping football last year, is resurrecting its program and joining forces with Northwest Hughesville.
LeBlond will be coached by one-time NEN girls basketball coach Eric Fairchild. The one-time St. Joseph football power fell on hard times recently, bringing out only 24 players last year, 12 of whom had never played football before. But they will be strong at the skill positions, which will make them an interesting matchup. The Golden Eagles will know right away how good they will be as they face off against Pattonsburg the first game of the year. Both coaches will be familiar with each other as Chase Roberts (Pattonsburg) and Fairchild (LeBlond) faced off many times when Fairchild was at Southwest Livingston.
MSHSAA rules now allow cooperatives involving three schools this year for all sports involving eight or more players.This means that girls softball and 11 man football schools can form three-way cooperatives, subject to enrollment restrictions. However, only Pattonsburg will feature three schools joining forces, as they have Gilman City and North Harrison in their cooperative again this year.
Missing Brothers Case Now Being Treated as Death Case
KCTV reports that the case of the two missing Wisconsin brothers is now being treated as a death investigation. A warrant was issued for Garland Nelson (25) of Braymer for Tampering with a Motor Vehicle after he allegedly drove a vehicle rented by the Diemel brothers. KCTV says an affidavit from the rental company states that Nicholas Diemel, one of the two missing brothers, was the only person authorized to drive the rental truck.
If you have any information on the whereabouts of the Diemel brothers, contact Clinton County CrimeStoppers at (816) 632-TIPS.
If you have any information on the whereabouts of the Diemel brothers, contact Clinton County CrimeStoppers at (816) 632-TIPS.
Warrant Issued in Case of Missing Brothers
Fox 6 News out of Milwaukee (WI) and Fox 4 News from Kansas City report that a warrant has been issued in conjunction with the missing Diemel brothers. Garland Nelson (25) was charged with Tampering with a Motor Vehicle (Felony) in Caldwell County. Nelson was subsequently arrested Friday afternoon.
The allegation states that on Sunday morning, the Diemel brothers left a Quality Inn off I-35 in Cameron and drove to an address on Catawba Road near Braymer, where Nelson operates his farm. A few hours later, the truck’s GPS information shows it leaving the farm. It was later seen in Polo, and there was nobody in the passenger seat.
At 1 pm that day, the truck pulled into a commuter lot in Holt (MO), where it was later found Monday. A warrant has been issued for Nelson’s arrest.
If you have any information on the whereabouts of the Diemel brothers, contact Clinton County CrimeStoppers at (816) 632-TIPS.
The allegation states that on Sunday morning, the Diemel brothers left a Quality Inn off I-35 in Cameron and drove to an address on Catawba Road near Braymer, where Nelson operates his farm. A few hours later, the truck’s GPS information shows it leaving the farm. It was later seen in Polo, and there was nobody in the passenger seat.
At 1 pm that day, the truck pulled into a commuter lot in Holt (MO), where it was later found Monday. A warrant has been issued for Nelson’s arrest.
If you have any information on the whereabouts of the Diemel brothers, contact Clinton County CrimeStoppers at (816) 632-TIPS.
NEN Board Accepts Resignation from Victor West
The Northeast Nodaway School Board, at its regular meeting July 18th, accepted the resignation of Victor West. The vote was unanimous. The board will name a replacement later. Other board members are Kenny Runde, Jeff Redden, Katrina McIntyre, Sheldon Scadden, Karl Wilmes, and Kenna Florea.
The board set the Tax Rate Hearing for August 15th at 6:45 pm. The board passed a Corporate Resolution from Citizens Bank & Trust.
New rules require school boards to have policies posted online. The board voted to use Missouri Consultants for Education to put school board policies on the school website for a one-time setup fee of $1,500 and a yearly fee of $400.
The school is in the process of resurrecting its NASA program, starting with a STEAM camp this summer. It was well attended and enjoyed by all.
The school also had a band camp in June that was well-attended. The band had a concert on the last day of camp for the community.
Orientation for staff will be August 12th through 14th. The district audit will be on August 8th.
The board went into closed session at 7:22 pm to discuss personnel matters. No action was taken. The board came out of closed session at 8:15 pm.
The board set the Tax Rate Hearing for August 15th at 6:45 pm. The board passed a Corporate Resolution from Citizens Bank & Trust.
New rules require school boards to have policies posted online. The board voted to use Missouri Consultants for Education to put school board policies on the school website for a one-time setup fee of $1,500 and a yearly fee of $400.
The school is in the process of resurrecting its NASA program, starting with a STEAM camp this summer. It was well attended and enjoyed by all.
The school also had a band camp in June that was well-attended. The band had a concert on the last day of camp for the community.
Orientation for staff will be August 12th through 14th. The district audit will be on August 8th.
The board went into closed session at 7:22 pm to discuss personnel matters. No action was taken. The board came out of closed session at 8:15 pm.
Timber Thefts Lead to Multiple Felony Charges
Brandon Lyddon, Conservation Agent
Conservation Agents with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and cooperating agencies have conducted multiple investigations of walnut timber theft in three counties. These investigations have led to multiple felony and misdemeanor charges against eight suspects. Most of the thefts were from public land in the Truman Lake area, although some thefts on private land were also reported.
According to Protection District Supervisor Joni Bledsoe, the overall saw log value of the 72 stolen walnut trees was $61,804. These trees were taken off public lands in Henry, Benton, St. Clair, and Vernon counties. Bledsoe also noted the trees had a scenic value to people and a food and habitat value for wildlife.
Search warrants were executed and the following was discovered: a heavy-duty winch and bracket stolen from a commercial tree service truck, valued at $6,300; batteries stolen from MDC bulldozers, plus damage to the equipment, valued at $1,590, a chain saw stolen from a sawmill in Polk County valued at $810, another chainsaw stolen in Cedar County valued at $810, a tailgate stolen in an El Dorado Springs theft, and multiple smaller items stolen in Henry County thefts.
Thus far, eight individuals have been arrested. The felony charges filed to date in Henry, Benton, and St. Clair counties include: fourteen counts stealing, three counts of property damage, three counts of receiving stolen property, and one count of possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine). Eight misdemeanor charges have also been filed. MDC and other law enforcement agencies continue to investigate additional timber thefts throughout the state.
To report conservation violations you can contact Missouri Conservation Agents directly (numbers on MDC website) or by calling the county or state dispatch center. You can also call the OGT (Operation Game Thief) 24 hour hotline at 1-800-392-1111, you can remain anonymous and rewards are possible.
Conservation Agents with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and cooperating agencies have conducted multiple investigations of walnut timber theft in three counties. These investigations have led to multiple felony and misdemeanor charges against eight suspects. Most of the thefts were from public land in the Truman Lake area, although some thefts on private land were also reported.
According to Protection District Supervisor Joni Bledsoe, the overall saw log value of the 72 stolen walnut trees was $61,804. These trees were taken off public lands in Henry, Benton, St. Clair, and Vernon counties. Bledsoe also noted the trees had a scenic value to people and a food and habitat value for wildlife.
Search warrants were executed and the following was discovered: a heavy-duty winch and bracket stolen from a commercial tree service truck, valued at $6,300; batteries stolen from MDC bulldozers, plus damage to the equipment, valued at $1,590, a chain saw stolen from a sawmill in Polk County valued at $810, another chainsaw stolen in Cedar County valued at $810, a tailgate stolen in an El Dorado Springs theft, and multiple smaller items stolen in Henry County thefts.
Thus far, eight individuals have been arrested. The felony charges filed to date in Henry, Benton, and St. Clair counties include: fourteen counts stealing, three counts of property damage, three counts of receiving stolen property, and one count of possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine). Eight misdemeanor charges have also been filed. MDC and other law enforcement agencies continue to investigate additional timber thefts throughout the state.
To report conservation violations you can contact Missouri Conservation Agents directly (numbers on MDC website) or by calling the county or state dispatch center. You can also call the OGT (Operation Game Thief) 24 hour hotline at 1-800-392-1111, you can remain anonymous and rewards are possible.
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Wisconsin Brothers Missing From Braymer
Two brothers from Shawmo County, Wisconsin, Nick and Justin Diemel, missed their flight Sunday and have been missing ever since. A massive search operation in Caldwell and Clinton counties is underway, with multiple law enforcement agencies involved. Cousins of the two brothers and an employee of their farming operation put their lives on hold and made the nine hour trip to the area to assist in the investigation.
Police officers have conducted search warrants for property in Clinton and Caldwell Counties and have conducted numerous searches since Sunday. A rental truck belonging to the brothers was found at Holt exit near I-35 Monday with its lights on and the engine still running. No belongings have been found, and no motive has been established. As of Thursday afternoon, no arrests had been made.
The last communication from either of the brothers to their family members was when Nick Diemel texted his wife Sunday morning, saying they were going to check on some cattle. That was the last anyone had heard from them.
If anybody has information that could be helpful in the investigation, please contact the Clinton County Sheriff at (816) 632-8477.
On Thursday at 5:15 pm, Fox 6 out of Milwaukee (WI) reported that the authorities had narrowed the search for the new brothers to a 78-acre property near Braymer. Search warrants have been obtained for phone records, and authorities are seeking to pinpoint a location for the men.
This was not the only time someone from Wisconsin has gone missing in Northwest Missouri. Back in the mid 1990’s, a man from Wisconsin came to the area 2-3 miles north of Allison Corner, on Route E in Nodaway County at the Iowa State Line. He locked himself in his car trunk and took his own life after leaving a note.
Police officers have conducted search warrants for property in Clinton and Caldwell Counties and have conducted numerous searches since Sunday. A rental truck belonging to the brothers was found at Holt exit near I-35 Monday with its lights on and the engine still running. No belongings have been found, and no motive has been established. As of Thursday afternoon, no arrests had been made.
The last communication from either of the brothers to their family members was when Nick Diemel texted his wife Sunday morning, saying they were going to check on some cattle. That was the last anyone had heard from them.
If anybody has information that could be helpful in the investigation, please contact the Clinton County Sheriff at (816) 632-8477.
On Thursday at 5:15 pm, Fox 6 out of Milwaukee (WI) reported that the authorities had narrowed the search for the new brothers to a 78-acre property near Braymer. Search warrants have been obtained for phone records, and authorities are seeking to pinpoint a location for the men.
This was not the only time someone from Wisconsin has gone missing in Northwest Missouri. Back in the mid 1990’s, a man from Wisconsin came to the area 2-3 miles north of Allison Corner, on Route E in Nodaway County at the Iowa State Line. He locked himself in his car trunk and took his own life after leaving a note.
Bull Missing West of Hopkins
On Wednesday, this bull belonging to Bradley Wallace went missing seven miles west of Hopkins. If you see this bull, please call Bradley or Wesly Wallace or message them on Facebook.
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Crystal Combs Named Missouri Business Educator of the Year
On Wednesday, Worth County grad Crystal Combs was named Missouri Business Educator of the Year and was inducted into Who’s Who in Missouri Business Education. She was nominated by her fellow teachers in the Northwest Missouri Business Education Association. She is the daughter of Don and Sharon Hart of Sheridan and is married to Will Combs.
North Harrison Grad Forming Team for Out of Darkness Walk
North Harrison grad Rob Hutton is organizing a team for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Out of Darkness Walk in St. Joseph. It is being organized in memory of the late Collin Castleberry.
Hutton is seeking donations for the team. To donate, go to the website https://afsp.donordrive.com/ and type Bobby Hutton in the search engine. You can also type in "Collin's Castle" and find the whole team there.
The St. Joseph walk will be held on September 15th, 2019 at Bishop LeBlond High School. The walk will begin at 2 pm and end at 4 pm.
Hutton is seeking donations for the team. To donate, go to the website https://afsp.donordrive.com/ and type Bobby Hutton in the search engine. You can also type in "Collin's Castle" and find the whole team there.
The St. Joseph walk will be held on September 15th, 2019 at Bishop LeBlond High School. The walk will begin at 2 pm and end at 4 pm.
Glitch Causes Sprint to Charge Local Customers for International Rates
Selina Gardner of Worth posted Wednesday on Facebook that US Sprint was charging her $70 for international texting for July and another $60 for international texting for August. She stated that the customer service line refused to fix it, and that she had to make a special trip to Maryville to get it fixed. She stated that she was not the only one that Sprint had tried to charge International rates to. The Maryville office credited the charges back to their accounts.
Multiple news reports Wednesday stated that the US Department of Justice was set to approve a merger between T-Mobile and US Sprint. Sprint is in the process of switching to 5G; for instance, the Chicago Tribune reported last week that their 5G network had gone up in Chicago. These transitions can create billing issues for customers.
Multiple news reports Wednesday stated that the US Department of Justice was set to approve a merger between T-Mobile and US Sprint. Sprint is in the process of switching to 5G; for instance, the Chicago Tribune reported last week that their 5G network had gone up in Chicago. These transitions can create billing issues for customers.
Matt, Belinda Hess Chosen as Nodaway County Farm Family
Matt and Worth County grad Belinda (Green) Hess were named the Nodaway County Farm Family of the Year by the Nodaway County Extension and Nodaway County Farm Bureau. They will represent Nodaway County at the Missouri State Fair next month.
Belinda, along with her sister Andrea, repeatedly won livestock shows in the area while attending Worth County High School. After graduating from Northwest Missouri State, she and Matt started their own farm family, and their kids go with them and have started to do their own chores on the farm, whether it is planting, harvesting, haying, helping with calving, gardening, cleaning, and crop tours. The Hess family is involved in the local 4-H group and local schools.
Belinda, along with her sister Andrea, repeatedly won livestock shows in the area while attending Worth County High School. After graduating from Northwest Missouri State, she and Matt started their own farm family, and their kids go with them and have started to do their own chores on the farm, whether it is planting, harvesting, haying, helping with calving, gardening, cleaning, and crop tours. The Hess family is involved in the local 4-H group and local schools.
Worth County Grad Designs National Program to Combat Opioids
Worth County grad Tisha Wiley has designed a $155 million national initiative to address gaps in the opioid crisis. She currently lives in Washington, DC and works for the National Institute on Drug Abuse, which is part of the National Institute of Health.
Around 18 months ago, she was asked to come up with a big idea for an initiative to address the crisis, which has been in the news lately. She spent the last 18 months designing the program, and she will spend the next five years overseeing the program.
As a result of Wiley’s work, the NIH is awarding 12 grants totaling $155 million to 10 research institutions and two centers that will provide supportive infrastructure. A network will be formed, which will be known as the Justice Community Opioid Innovation Network, which will support further research on opioid use disorder in criminal justice settings nationwide.
The goal will be to bring together justice and behavioral health stakeholders to improve the capacity of the criminal justice system to respond to the opioid crisis. This will be part of the NIH’s efforts to end long-term opioid addiction.
Awarded research centers will study evidence-based medications, behavioral interventions, digital therapeutics and comprehensive patient-centered treatments in 15 states and Puerto Rico.
Specific research examples include:
–Conducting research on the effectiveness and adoption of new medications for OUD
–Evaluating new state mandates around medication services and drug courts
–Assessing effectiveness and implementation of processes to engage and retain individuals in OUD treatment (e.g., telehealth, patient navigation, and peer recovery support services)
–Determining how to implement opioid-related services at the community, state, and national levels
Each grantee will work with five or more communities, where they will engage with organizations in justice settings and service providers in the community. JCOIN will address gaps in OUD treatment and related services in a wide range of criminal justice settings, including jails, drug courts, problem-solving courts, policing and diversion, re-entry, and probation and parole.
The funded institutions and respective site locations include:
–New York State Psychiatric Institute – New York
–Baystate Medical Center – Massachusetts
–Friends Research Institute, Inc. – Maryland
–Texas Christian University – Illinois, New Mexico, Texas
–New York University School of Medicine – Connecticut, Delaware, New Hampshire, New York, Oregon
–Brown University – North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island
–University of Chicago – Illinois
–Chestnut Health Systems, Inc. – Illinois
–University of Kentucky – Kentucky
–Yale University – Connecticut, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Puerto Rico
George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, will serve as the JCOIN coordination and translation center and will be responsible for the management of logistics, engagement with practitioners and other key stakeholders in the justice and behavioral health fields, and dissemination of products and key research findings. It will also conduct research to identify effective dissemination strategies for reaching criminal justice stakeholders and provide funding for rapid turnaround innovative pilot studies. An educational component will provide outreach and mentorship to researchers and practitioners working in justice settings.
The University of Chicago will serve as the methodology and advanced analytic resource center and will provide data infrastructure and statistical and analytic expertise to support individual JCOIN studies and cross-site data synchronization. In addition, the center will conduct novel empirical research to understand the changes in state policies and practices within the criminal justice system as they relate to the opioid crisis.
Around 18 months ago, she was asked to come up with a big idea for an initiative to address the crisis, which has been in the news lately. She spent the last 18 months designing the program, and she will spend the next five years overseeing the program.
As a result of Wiley’s work, the NIH is awarding 12 grants totaling $155 million to 10 research institutions and two centers that will provide supportive infrastructure. A network will be formed, which will be known as the Justice Community Opioid Innovation Network, which will support further research on opioid use disorder in criminal justice settings nationwide.
The goal will be to bring together justice and behavioral health stakeholders to improve the capacity of the criminal justice system to respond to the opioid crisis. This will be part of the NIH’s efforts to end long-term opioid addiction.
Awarded research centers will study evidence-based medications, behavioral interventions, digital therapeutics and comprehensive patient-centered treatments in 15 states and Puerto Rico.
Specific research examples include:
–Conducting research on the effectiveness and adoption of new medications for OUD
–Evaluating new state mandates around medication services and drug courts
–Assessing effectiveness and implementation of processes to engage and retain individuals in OUD treatment (e.g., telehealth, patient navigation, and peer recovery support services)
–Determining how to implement opioid-related services at the community, state, and national levels
Each grantee will work with five or more communities, where they will engage with organizations in justice settings and service providers in the community. JCOIN will address gaps in OUD treatment and related services in a wide range of criminal justice settings, including jails, drug courts, problem-solving courts, policing and diversion, re-entry, and probation and parole.
The funded institutions and respective site locations include:
–New York State Psychiatric Institute – New York
–Baystate Medical Center – Massachusetts
–Friends Research Institute, Inc. – Maryland
–Texas Christian University – Illinois, New Mexico, Texas
–New York University School of Medicine – Connecticut, Delaware, New Hampshire, New York, Oregon
–Brown University – North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island
–University of Chicago – Illinois
–Chestnut Health Systems, Inc. – Illinois
–University of Kentucky – Kentucky
–Yale University – Connecticut, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Puerto Rico
George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, will serve as the JCOIN coordination and translation center and will be responsible for the management of logistics, engagement with practitioners and other key stakeholders in the justice and behavioral health fields, and dissemination of products and key research findings. It will also conduct research to identify effective dissemination strategies for reaching criminal justice stakeholders and provide funding for rapid turnaround innovative pilot studies. An educational component will provide outreach and mentorship to researchers and practitioners working in justice settings.
The University of Chicago will serve as the methodology and advanced analytic resource center and will provide data infrastructure and statistical and analytic expertise to support individual JCOIN studies and cross-site data synchronization. In addition, the center will conduct novel empirical research to understand the changes in state policies and practices within the criminal justice system as they relate to the opioid crisis.
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Hope for the Future for Shamrock Baseball: All Stars Second in State
There is hope for the future for Shamrock baseball. The Harrison County Minor League 10 & Under All-Stars, which included players from Eagleville, dropped their first game of the All-Star Tournament two weekends ago, dropping to Daniel Boone. But they got on a toll, beating De Soto, Daniel Boone, and Webb City to play for the title. They played Webb City again for the title, only to lose their second game in extra innings to take second place.
Track Athletes Haley Craig, Josh Warner Get Academic Recognition
The Northwest Missouri State Men’s and Women’s track teams, including Haley Craig (North Harrison) and Josh Warner (Worth County), got academic recognition from the US Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association.
The Northwest Women posted a 3.49 Grade Point Average, while the Men posted a 3.14 GPA.
In addition, both Haley Craig and Josh Warner got individual recognition from the US Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association for combining academic and athletic achievements at Northwest. Haley Craig is majoring in Applied Health/Exercise Science while Josh Warner is majoring in Business Management.
The Northwest Women posted a 3.49 Grade Point Average, while the Men posted a 3.14 GPA.
In addition, both Haley Craig and Josh Warner got individual recognition from the US Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association for combining academic and athletic achievements at Northwest. Haley Craig is majoring in Applied Health/Exercise Science while Josh Warner is majoring in Business Management.
In 1975, Parman Brothers Sold the Sheridan Thrif-Tee
The Hopkins Journal sometimes strayed into Sheridan. In their November 13th, 1975 issue, they reported on the sale of the Sheridan Thrif-Tee to Kendall Roberts and Roger Brantley. The sale became final on November 3rd.
Clyde and John Parman had run the Sheridan Thrif-Tee for the last 30 years, starting on January 20th, 1945, when they purchased the store from Fred Tate. They made a windfall off supplying food to the Sheridan School over the years.
John and Clyde served the community for many years. John Parman was a World War II veteran and later served on the Water Board for 25 years. Clyde Parman served on the Sheridan Cemetery Board and kept the cemetery mowed. They were charter members of the Sheridan Lions Club, and Clyde was once a District Governor of Lions District 26F.
Kendall Roberts would go on to run the Thrif-Tee until his death in the 1980’s. His wife, Maxine, was a fixture in the community for many years afterwards; she had survived the Pearl Harbor attacks and was constantly seen walking around town to keep her health up. The store was later run by Gary & Marcia Rush and then Juan Alarcon and Marybeth Taute.
Clyde and John Parman had run the Sheridan Thrif-Tee for the last 30 years, starting on January 20th, 1945, when they purchased the store from Fred Tate. They made a windfall off supplying food to the Sheridan School over the years.
John and Clyde served the community for many years. John Parman was a World War II veteran and later served on the Water Board for 25 years. Clyde Parman served on the Sheridan Cemetery Board and kept the cemetery mowed. They were charter members of the Sheridan Lions Club, and Clyde was once a District Governor of Lions District 26F.
Kendall Roberts would go on to run the Thrif-Tee until his death in the 1980’s. His wife, Maxine, was a fixture in the community for many years afterwards; she had survived the Pearl Harbor attacks and was constantly seen walking around town to keep her health up. The store was later run by Gary & Marcia Rush and then Juan Alarcon and Marybeth Taute.
Hopkins Orphan Became Kansas City Mayor, US Congressman
Henry Jost was born in New York, but lost both of his parents by the time he was five. He came to Hopkins at the age of 5 as part of the Orphan Train Movement.
The Orphan Train Movement was an effort to take orphans out of crowded Eastern cities and take them to foster homes in rural parts of the Midwest. Over 200,000 orphaned, abandoned, abused, and homeless children were relocated through this movement, which lasted from 1854 to 1929.
Jost had trouble finding a family who wanted him in Hopkins, bouncing around five different homes before finally finding a place. However, he made the most of his time, rising to become a Justice of the Peace in Hopkins.
He would graduate from Kansas City Law School in 1898, and worked for the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office in 1909 before becoming elected Kansas City Mayor in 1912. He served until 1916, and later served as 5th District Congressman from 1923 to 1925.
While Jost was Mayor, he was known as the “Orphan Boy Mayor.” Union Station was constructed, and the Federal Reserve Bank was established during his time there.
The Orphan Train Movement was an effort to take orphans out of crowded Eastern cities and take them to foster homes in rural parts of the Midwest. Over 200,000 orphaned, abandoned, abused, and homeless children were relocated through this movement, which lasted from 1854 to 1929.
Jost had trouble finding a family who wanted him in Hopkins, bouncing around five different homes before finally finding a place. However, he made the most of his time, rising to become a Justice of the Peace in Hopkins.
He would graduate from Kansas City Law School in 1898, and worked for the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office in 1909 before becoming elected Kansas City Mayor in 1912. He served until 1916, and later served as 5th District Congressman from 1923 to 1925.
While Jost was Mayor, he was known as the “Orphan Boy Mayor.” Union Station was constructed, and the Federal Reserve Bank was established during his time there.
Hopkins Journal’s 101st Anniversary Touched Off Big Celebration
The 101st anniversary of the Hopkins Journal in 1976 touched off a big celebration in the town. It was founded by James Pierce, who put out the first issue on February 14th, 1875. Mr. Pierce also founded the Grant City Star and would go on to start the Bedford Times-Press and some other publications.
Back in those days, subscriptions were paid for by anything from eggs, butter, potatoes, apples, corn, vegetables, and even wood to heat the office with. The type was set by hand and they did their own printing, on a Washington Hand Press.
Many other towns in the area had their own paper at the time. There was the Clearmont Press, the Burlington Junction Post, the Graham News, the New Conception Courier, the Guilford Times, the Clyde Times, the Ravenwood Gazette, the Parnell Sentinel, the Skidmore New Era, the Elmo Register, the Barnard Bulletin, and The Republican (Maryville).
The papers that survived were the ones who had a stable editor at the helm for many years. For the Grant City Times-Tribune, it was Charlie Mac and Chase McLaughlin. For Hopkins, after going through several editors, they finally found a keeper in Deacon Moorhead. He grew up in Grant City and Hopkins, and became fiercely loyal to Hopkins once he took over the Hopkins Journal in 1893. He held the position until his death in 1939, a tenure of 45 years.
The following is some of the wit and wisdom of Deacon Moorhead:
“One reason opportunity isn’t recognized more often is that it goes around disguised as work.”
“If there were more self-starters, the boss wouldn’t have to be a crank.”
“The making of friends is the best token of one’s success.”
In 1910, the Journal obtained a Country Campbell Cylinder Press, and in 1914, they got a linotype. They continued to print off the linotype and print their own paper until 1977.
After Moorhead’s death in 1939, the paper passed on to Joe and Helen Wright. In 1953, the Journal got a Babcock Press and a Kluge Press. In 1958, the Wrights got an offer too good to refuse as Joe became a teacher in the North Kansas City School District until his retirement in 1975. Russell and Anna Cross then ran the paper until 1977.
The paper survived plenty of highs and lows. They wrote extensively about the Hopkins Centennial in 1972. They were there for the sports teams, win or lose, such as when Pauline Cross hung 51 points on Graham in December 1955 in a 70-49 victory for what was then known as the Bombers; the boys team was known as the Bulldogs before they consolidated with Pickering.
There were plenty of lows as well, and moments when nobody was sure about survival. In 1930, during the Great Depression, hog prices were so low, people feared they would drop to five cents a pound before it was all over. In the same year, the city ran out of water, forcing the city to shut it off. Despite this, the businesses were generous, offering a nine day sale and giving away 10 turkeys, a fat hog, and a heifer to kick off the Christmas shopping season.
Other disasters that the paper was there fore included the Tornado of 1952, which decimated half the business district, the Great Flood of 1897, which flooded two thirds of the homes west of the railroad track, a grasshopper plague of Biblical proportions in 1875, and a massive fire that destroyed five different buildings in 1912.
On February 17th, 1976, the Community Club organized a surprise party for the Journal to mark their 101st anniversary. The event was held at the Methodist Church and drew over 150 people, including many other area editors. Merrill Chilcote of the St. Joseph News-Press was the main speaker, John Shipley, the Rabbi on the Ridge, gave the benediction, and the Journal got a congratulatory letter from none other than President Gerald Ford.
Back in those days, subscriptions were paid for by anything from eggs, butter, potatoes, apples, corn, vegetables, and even wood to heat the office with. The type was set by hand and they did their own printing, on a Washington Hand Press.
Many other towns in the area had their own paper at the time. There was the Clearmont Press, the Burlington Junction Post, the Graham News, the New Conception Courier, the Guilford Times, the Clyde Times, the Ravenwood Gazette, the Parnell Sentinel, the Skidmore New Era, the Elmo Register, the Barnard Bulletin, and The Republican (Maryville).
The papers that survived were the ones who had a stable editor at the helm for many years. For the Grant City Times-Tribune, it was Charlie Mac and Chase McLaughlin. For Hopkins, after going through several editors, they finally found a keeper in Deacon Moorhead. He grew up in Grant City and Hopkins, and became fiercely loyal to Hopkins once he took over the Hopkins Journal in 1893. He held the position until his death in 1939, a tenure of 45 years.
The following is some of the wit and wisdom of Deacon Moorhead:
“One reason opportunity isn’t recognized more often is that it goes around disguised as work.”
“If there were more self-starters, the boss wouldn’t have to be a crank.”
“The making of friends is the best token of one’s success.”
In 1910, the Journal obtained a Country Campbell Cylinder Press, and in 1914, they got a linotype. They continued to print off the linotype and print their own paper until 1977.
After Moorhead’s death in 1939, the paper passed on to Joe and Helen Wright. In 1953, the Journal got a Babcock Press and a Kluge Press. In 1958, the Wrights got an offer too good to refuse as Joe became a teacher in the North Kansas City School District until his retirement in 1975. Russell and Anna Cross then ran the paper until 1977.
The paper survived plenty of highs and lows. They wrote extensively about the Hopkins Centennial in 1972. They were there for the sports teams, win or lose, such as when Pauline Cross hung 51 points on Graham in December 1955 in a 70-49 victory for what was then known as the Bombers; the boys team was known as the Bulldogs before they consolidated with Pickering.
There were plenty of lows as well, and moments when nobody was sure about survival. In 1930, during the Great Depression, hog prices were so low, people feared they would drop to five cents a pound before it was all over. In the same year, the city ran out of water, forcing the city to shut it off. Despite this, the businesses were generous, offering a nine day sale and giving away 10 turkeys, a fat hog, and a heifer to kick off the Christmas shopping season.
Other disasters that the paper was there fore included the Tornado of 1952, which decimated half the business district, the Great Flood of 1897, which flooded two thirds of the homes west of the railroad track, a grasshopper plague of Biblical proportions in 1875, and a massive fire that destroyed five different buildings in 1912.
On February 17th, 1976, the Community Club organized a surprise party for the Journal to mark their 101st anniversary. The event was held at the Methodist Church and drew over 150 people, including many other area editors. Merrill Chilcote of the St. Joseph News-Press was the main speaker, John Shipley, the Rabbi on the Ridge, gave the benediction, and the Journal got a congratulatory letter from none other than President Gerald Ford.
On Dodging the 1952 Hopkins Tornado
Garland O’Riley still remembers dodging the 1952 Hopkins Tornado that decimated about half the business district. Shortly after 5 pm, his dad came home to their house, which was north of the school and told him and his family to get into the shelter, because a tornado was coming. One of them held the cave door shut as the storm passed through. When they emerged from the shelter, it was pitch black out. The house survived, but the garage shed did not.
From Beaconsfield to Outer Space – Astronaut Had Local Ties
Peggy Whitson, one of the astronauts of the NASA Space Program, has ties to both Worth County and Mount Ayr. She grew up on a farm outside Beaconsfield, which is the smallest incorporated town in Iowa with 15 people; it is on the northeast corner of Ringgold County. Joyce Carr recalled that her folks were regular customers at Carr Motors in Allendale.
Whitson was a 1978 graduate of Mount Ayr and went on to get a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry at Iowa Wesleyan. She got her Doctorate at Rice University in 1985 and subsequently did post-doctoral work.
In 2007, Whitson and fellow astronaut Pam Melroy became the first two women to be mission commanders in orbit at the same time when they flew on STS-120. Whitson holds the record number of spacewalks by a woman, with a total combined time of 60 hours, 21 minutes. She was the oldest woman ever in space at 57 years, became the first woman to command the International Space Station twice, and broke the record for any astronaut in space, now at 665 days. She retired from NASA on June 15th, 2018.
Mount Ayr has honored her at their school. Perhaps another astronaut will come from this area; Northeast Nodaway is resurrecting its NASA program this year as the country seeks to return to the moon and place a human on Mars.
Whitson was a 1978 graduate of Mount Ayr and went on to get a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry at Iowa Wesleyan. She got her Doctorate at Rice University in 1985 and subsequently did post-doctoral work.
In 2007, Whitson and fellow astronaut Pam Melroy became the first two women to be mission commanders in orbit at the same time when they flew on STS-120. Whitson holds the record number of spacewalks by a woman, with a total combined time of 60 hours, 21 minutes. She was the oldest woman ever in space at 57 years, became the first woman to command the International Space Station twice, and broke the record for any astronaut in space, now at 665 days. She retired from NASA on June 15th, 2018.
Mount Ayr has honored her at their school. Perhaps another astronaut will come from this area; Northeast Nodaway is resurrecting its NASA program this year as the country seeks to return to the moon and place a human on Mars.
Courthouse News for July 24th, 2019
On the night of July 12th, someone drove around the streets of Grant City in an old Ambulance vehicle blaring loud music out the windows.
On July 15th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against David Coronel (20) of Friendswood (TX) alleging Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident), Texting & Driving, and No Valid License.
On July 15th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Tammy Gladstone (41) of Grant City alleging No Valid License.
The Taylor County Sheriff’s Office charged an additional suspect in an ongoing narcotics distribution investigation. Jacob Thomsen, 28, of New Market, was arrested on July 15, 2019, in the 1100 block of Highway 2. He was wanted on an active Taylor County Warrant for a Controlled Substance Violation – Delivery of a Controlled Substance, a Class D Felony. Thomsen had an additional warrant for Failure to Appear on an Assault charge. Thomsen is being held at the Taylor County Sheriff's Office on $5,300 bond. Additional charges are pending.
Walter Meier, 54, of Blockton was arrested on July 16, 2019. He was wanted on an active Taylor County warrant for Second Degree Burglary and First Degree Harassment. Meier is being held at the Taylor County Sheriff's Office on no bond pending an appearance before the Magistrate.
On July 17th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Shaie Thomsen (19) of Eagleville alleging 1st Degree Assault (Serious Physical Injury or Special Victim). On July 21st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested her in Harrison County and added an additional charge of Resisting Arrest (Felony).
On July 17th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Rhett Penner (30) of Buhler (KS) alleging Speeding.
On July 17th, Special Prosecutor David Baird filed charges against Neil Hacker (41) of Elmo in Nodaway County alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony).
On July 17th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Tucker Herndon (39) of Graham alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony).
On July 17th, the Bethany Republican-Clipper reported that trailers were stolen from Briggs Transportation in Eagleville.
On July 17th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Michael Tompkins (44) of Minneapolis (MN) in Harrison County on charges of Speeding, No Valid License, Possession of Marijuana (Prior), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior).
The Taylor County Sheriff’s Office charged an additional suspect in an ongoing narcotics distribution investigation. Jacob Jones, 25, of Bedford, was arrested on July 17, 2019, in the 600 block of Dodge Street, in Bedford. He was wanted on an active Taylor County Warrant for Controlled Substance Violation – Delivery of a Controlled Substance, a Class C Felony and Controlled Substance Violation – Delivery of a Controlled Substance, a Class D Felony. Jones is being held at the Taylor County Sheriff's Office on $15,000 bond.
On July 18th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Marlon Oliver (26) in Nodaway County on two Nodaway County warrants for Failure to Appear (No Valid License, Failure to Register).
On July 18th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Brooke MaGee (25) of Bethany alleging Hindering Prosecution of a Felony (Felony).
On July 18th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Denise Wilgus (35) of Gilman City alleging Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident).
On July 18th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against William Rockhold (52) of Stanberry alleging Violation of a Protection Order.
On July 18th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Marlon Smith-Free (19) of Basehor (KS) alleging Stealing.
On July 18th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Robert Stewart (42) of Maryville alleging Property Damage (2nd Degree).
On July 18th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Miahcahla Phillips (40) of Villisca alleging 3 counts Passing a Bad Check.
On July 18th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Crystal Davis (22) of Grant City alleging Speeding and DWI.
On July 18th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Sandra Sonderegger (44) of Union Star alleging Failure to Drive on Right Half, DWI, and Failure to Register.
On July 18th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Zachary Beier (42) of Grant City alleging Speeding.
On July 18th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Andy Stretch (43) of Worth alleging Speeding.
On July 19th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Eric McCracken (34) of Bethany in Harrison County on charges of DWI and Careless & Imprudent Driving.
On the night of July 19th, The Maryville Garden Club had two printed vinyl signs stolen. They were removed from the exterior wall at the First Christian Church. One sign has Maryville Garden Club on it. The second has Flower Show on it. This not for profit group takes care of public garden areas around the city. If you took the signs please return them. No questions asked. You can return them to the church or the Sheriff.
On July 19th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Dennis Robertson (27) of Gilman City alleging Operating a Motor Vehicle Owned by Another Without Financial Responsibility.
On July 19th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Jeffrey Meyer (37) of Grant City alleging Parental Kidnapping (Felony).
On July 20th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Jason Perkins (18) of Bethany in Harrison County alleging Minor Visibly Intoxicated and Violation of Intermediate Driver’s License.
On July 20th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Jeffrey Marschel (36) of St. Joseph alleging Forgery (Felony).
On July 20th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Melinda Talbot (46) of St. Joseph alleging Forgery.
Nicole Snyder, 35, of Lenox, was arrested on July 22, 2019, in Lenox by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department. She was wanted on an active Adams County warrant for failure to appear. Snyder was transferred to Adams County to be held on $200 bond.
On July 22nd, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Brody Richardson (25) of Bethany alleging DWI.
On July 22nd, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Jeremy Foster (28) of Grant City alleging Driving While Revoked on two different occasions (both Felonies).
On July 22nd, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Randall Hill (56) of Grant City alleging Possession of Marijuana (Prior) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior).
On July 22nd, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Devan Jackson (21) of Grant City alleging Speeding.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Jacob Carlock (22) of Albany alleging Fishing Without a Permit.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Charlene Lariosa (22) of Maryville alleging Supplying Liquor to Minor or Intoxicated Person.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Cody Hartley (31) of Queen City (MO) alleging Driving While Revoked (2nd or 3rd Offense), Careless & Imprudent Driving, and Possessing Plates Belonging to Another.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Carrie Hilbert (51) of Mound City alleging Driving While Revoked.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Diego Santuario (21) of Corsicana (TX) alleging No Valid License and Speeding (20-25 mph over).
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Erin Turner (25) of Maryville alleging No Valid License (2nd Offense) and Failure to Register.
On July 22nd, a Grant City resident reported on Facebook that someone had made a false report against them claiming she had put dead animals in bags beside their road. It was hair from their Alpacas that they had sheared.
On July 22nd, a Sheridan resident reported on Facebook that someone had driven past her house at a high rate of speed. The speed limit in Sheridan city limits is 25 mph. This includes Route 246 and Route H.
Charges listed are mere allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
On July 15th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against David Coronel (20) of Friendswood (TX) alleging Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident), Texting & Driving, and No Valid License.
On July 15th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Tammy Gladstone (41) of Grant City alleging No Valid License.
The Taylor County Sheriff’s Office charged an additional suspect in an ongoing narcotics distribution investigation. Jacob Thomsen, 28, of New Market, was arrested on July 15, 2019, in the 1100 block of Highway 2. He was wanted on an active Taylor County Warrant for a Controlled Substance Violation – Delivery of a Controlled Substance, a Class D Felony. Thomsen had an additional warrant for Failure to Appear on an Assault charge. Thomsen is being held at the Taylor County Sheriff's Office on $5,300 bond. Additional charges are pending.
Walter Meier, 54, of Blockton was arrested on July 16, 2019. He was wanted on an active Taylor County warrant for Second Degree Burglary and First Degree Harassment. Meier is being held at the Taylor County Sheriff's Office on no bond pending an appearance before the Magistrate.
On July 17th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Shaie Thomsen (19) of Eagleville alleging 1st Degree Assault (Serious Physical Injury or Special Victim). On July 21st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested her in Harrison County and added an additional charge of Resisting Arrest (Felony).
On July 17th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Rhett Penner (30) of Buhler (KS) alleging Speeding.
On July 17th, Special Prosecutor David Baird filed charges against Neil Hacker (41) of Elmo in Nodaway County alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony).
On July 17th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Tucker Herndon (39) of Graham alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony).
On July 17th, the Bethany Republican-Clipper reported that trailers were stolen from Briggs Transportation in Eagleville.
On July 17th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Michael Tompkins (44) of Minneapolis (MN) in Harrison County on charges of Speeding, No Valid License, Possession of Marijuana (Prior), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior).
The Taylor County Sheriff’s Office charged an additional suspect in an ongoing narcotics distribution investigation. Jacob Jones, 25, of Bedford, was arrested on July 17, 2019, in the 600 block of Dodge Street, in Bedford. He was wanted on an active Taylor County Warrant for Controlled Substance Violation – Delivery of a Controlled Substance, a Class C Felony and Controlled Substance Violation – Delivery of a Controlled Substance, a Class D Felony. Jones is being held at the Taylor County Sheriff's Office on $15,000 bond.
On July 18th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Marlon Oliver (26) in Nodaway County on two Nodaway County warrants for Failure to Appear (No Valid License, Failure to Register).
On July 18th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Brooke MaGee (25) of Bethany alleging Hindering Prosecution of a Felony (Felony).
On July 18th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Denise Wilgus (35) of Gilman City alleging Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident).
On July 18th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against William Rockhold (52) of Stanberry alleging Violation of a Protection Order.
On July 18th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Marlon Smith-Free (19) of Basehor (KS) alleging Stealing.
On July 18th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Robert Stewart (42) of Maryville alleging Property Damage (2nd Degree).
On July 18th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Miahcahla Phillips (40) of Villisca alleging 3 counts Passing a Bad Check.
On July 18th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Crystal Davis (22) of Grant City alleging Speeding and DWI.
On July 18th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Sandra Sonderegger (44) of Union Star alleging Failure to Drive on Right Half, DWI, and Failure to Register.
On July 18th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Zachary Beier (42) of Grant City alleging Speeding.
On July 18th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Andy Stretch (43) of Worth alleging Speeding.
On July 19th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Eric McCracken (34) of Bethany in Harrison County on charges of DWI and Careless & Imprudent Driving.
On the night of July 19th, The Maryville Garden Club had two printed vinyl signs stolen. They were removed from the exterior wall at the First Christian Church. One sign has Maryville Garden Club on it. The second has Flower Show on it. This not for profit group takes care of public garden areas around the city. If you took the signs please return them. No questions asked. You can return them to the church or the Sheriff.
On July 19th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Dennis Robertson (27) of Gilman City alleging Operating a Motor Vehicle Owned by Another Without Financial Responsibility.
On July 19th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Jeffrey Meyer (37) of Grant City alleging Parental Kidnapping (Felony).
On July 20th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Jason Perkins (18) of Bethany in Harrison County alleging Minor Visibly Intoxicated and Violation of Intermediate Driver’s License.
On July 20th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Jeffrey Marschel (36) of St. Joseph alleging Forgery (Felony).
On July 20th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Melinda Talbot (46) of St. Joseph alleging Forgery.
Nicole Snyder, 35, of Lenox, was arrested on July 22, 2019, in Lenox by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department. She was wanted on an active Adams County warrant for failure to appear. Snyder was transferred to Adams County to be held on $200 bond.
On July 22nd, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Brody Richardson (25) of Bethany alleging DWI.
On July 22nd, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Jeremy Foster (28) of Grant City alleging Driving While Revoked on two different occasions (both Felonies).
On July 22nd, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Randall Hill (56) of Grant City alleging Possession of Marijuana (Prior) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior).
On July 22nd, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Devan Jackson (21) of Grant City alleging Speeding.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Jacob Carlock (22) of Albany alleging Fishing Without a Permit.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Charlene Lariosa (22) of Maryville alleging Supplying Liquor to Minor or Intoxicated Person.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Cody Hartley (31) of Queen City (MO) alleging Driving While Revoked (2nd or 3rd Offense), Careless & Imprudent Driving, and Possessing Plates Belonging to Another.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Carrie Hilbert (51) of Mound City alleging Driving While Revoked.
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Diego Santuario (21) of Corsicana (TX) alleging No Valid License and Speeding (20-25 mph over).
On July 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Erin Turner (25) of Maryville alleging No Valid License (2nd Offense) and Failure to Register.
On July 22nd, a Grant City resident reported on Facebook that someone had made a false report against them claiming she had put dead animals in bags beside their road. It was hair from their Alpacas that they had sheared.
On July 22nd, a Sheridan resident reported on Facebook that someone had driven past her house at a high rate of speed. The speed limit in Sheridan city limits is 25 mph. This includes Route 246 and Route H.
Charges listed are mere allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Monday, July 22, 2019
Obituary -- Delbert Routh 1930-2019
Delbert Routh, loving husband and father of two children, passed away at age 88, just shy of his 89th birthday. Delbert quietly left this earth to join the heavens on July 20, 2019 at 1:10 P.M. in Mt. Ayr, Iowa.
Delbert was born on August 24, 1930 on the family farm near Diagonal, Iowa to Glen and Gladys (England) Routh. He graduated from Clearfield High School in 1948. On December 10, 1951, he married his first (and forever) wife, Bernadine Maye Boltinghouse. Together they raised two daughters, Delberta and Debra on their family farm in Diagonal.
Delbert had a passion for people and joke telling. He and Bernadine had the social calendar of a dignitary — attending all of life’s celebrations, big and small —supporting their many friends across the country. As a 6’ 2” man wearing cowboy boots and a Stetson until his last days, Delbert commanded the room. If you didn’t know him when you arrived, you did by the time you left. He was known for his quick wit, infectious smile, giving spirit and of course many (dirty) jokes.
His magnetic personality led him through successful career achievements as a salesman at his company, Palco Livestock Equipment, leading philanthropic efforts and strongly impacting agriculture in Iowa and beyond. He was most proud of his involvement with the Iowa State Fair. For 60 plus years, Delbert and Bernadine never missed a fair (though he attended many before), having attended his last as the Iowa State Fair Grand Marshall in 2018. Delbert led the efforts for three significant showcases at the Iowa State Fair with the Big Boar, the Big Bull and the Big Horse contests.
Though he was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Hazel (Routh) Sollars and BettyJo (Routh) Miller, and grandson Joey Beck, his joyous life will be forever remembered in the hearts of his wife, Bernadine; his two daughters: Delberta (Richard Beck) of Lenox and Debra (Keith) Welling of Indianola; five grand-children: Kisha Cronbaugh, Clint (Dawn) Welling , Kylee (Nick) Krizmanic, Brian and Joey Beck; six great-grand-children: Owen Welling, Mia Krizmanic, Samuel Welling and Gwen Grace Krizmanic, Trenton & Tressa Beck; and countless other dear family members and friends.
Many say the party started when he arrived, and he knew it. We believe Delbert has made it to his next party. And we’re sure he’ll have fun up there. Meanwhile, we’ll have one last celebration in honor of him. Please join us for a visitation from 5:00-8:00 P.M. Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at the Diagonal School Gymnasium, 402 W. 2nd Street, Diagonal, Iowa and funeral services at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, July 25, 2019 at the school, just 1 month shy of his 89th birthday. Burial will be in the Clearfield Cemetery in Clearfield, Iowa.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Clearfield Lions Club or Iowa State Fair.
Arrangements are under direction of Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City, Missouri.
Delbert was born on August 24, 1930 on the family farm near Diagonal, Iowa to Glen and Gladys (England) Routh. He graduated from Clearfield High School in 1948. On December 10, 1951, he married his first (and forever) wife, Bernadine Maye Boltinghouse. Together they raised two daughters, Delberta and Debra on their family farm in Diagonal.
Delbert had a passion for people and joke telling. He and Bernadine had the social calendar of a dignitary — attending all of life’s celebrations, big and small —supporting their many friends across the country. As a 6’ 2” man wearing cowboy boots and a Stetson until his last days, Delbert commanded the room. If you didn’t know him when you arrived, you did by the time you left. He was known for his quick wit, infectious smile, giving spirit and of course many (dirty) jokes.
His magnetic personality led him through successful career achievements as a salesman at his company, Palco Livestock Equipment, leading philanthropic efforts and strongly impacting agriculture in Iowa and beyond. He was most proud of his involvement with the Iowa State Fair. For 60 plus years, Delbert and Bernadine never missed a fair (though he attended many before), having attended his last as the Iowa State Fair Grand Marshall in 2018. Delbert led the efforts for three significant showcases at the Iowa State Fair with the Big Boar, the Big Bull and the Big Horse contests.
Though he was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Hazel (Routh) Sollars and BettyJo (Routh) Miller, and grandson Joey Beck, his joyous life will be forever remembered in the hearts of his wife, Bernadine; his two daughters: Delberta (Richard Beck) of Lenox and Debra (Keith) Welling of Indianola; five grand-children: Kisha Cronbaugh, Clint (Dawn) Welling , Kylee (Nick) Krizmanic, Brian and Joey Beck; six great-grand-children: Owen Welling, Mia Krizmanic, Samuel Welling and Gwen Grace Krizmanic, Trenton & Tressa Beck; and countless other dear family members and friends.
Many say the party started when he arrived, and he knew it. We believe Delbert has made it to his next party. And we’re sure he’ll have fun up there. Meanwhile, we’ll have one last celebration in honor of him. Please join us for a visitation from 5:00-8:00 P.M. Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at the Diagonal School Gymnasium, 402 W. 2nd Street, Diagonal, Iowa and funeral services at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, July 25, 2019 at the school, just 1 month shy of his 89th birthday. Burial will be in the Clearfield Cemetery in Clearfield, Iowa.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Clearfield Lions Club or Iowa State Fair.
Arrangements are under direction of Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City, Missouri.
Sunday, July 21, 2019
North Harrison Student Accepted Into Youth Orchestra
North Harrison student Baily Briggs was accepted into the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra in Kansas City. She will be selling scrunchies to pay for registration. Cost is one for $3 or two for $5. To get one, message her on Facebook. The following designs are still available as of Sunday evening:
Yellow w/ white flowers- 9
Blue w/ a paisley design- 8
Dark purple tie-die- 8
White w/ red & blue star fireworks- 8
Black & white polka dot- 3
White w/ music notes- 6
Red w/ daisies- 9
American Flag- 8
Yellow w/ white flowers- 9
Blue w/ a paisley design- 8
Dark purple tie-die- 8
White w/ red & blue star fireworks- 8
Black & white polka dot- 3
White w/ music notes- 6
Red w/ daisies- 9
American Flag- 8
Obituary -- Gordon Byrom 1952-2019
Dr. Gordon Marshall Byrom, DO, 66, Cameron, passed away on July 20, 2019.
Gordon was born on September 10, 1952 in Mt. Ayr, Iowa the oldest child of Wayne and Evelyn (Stuthiet) Byrom.
Gordon attended Worth County High School in Grant City, MO, graduating in 1970. After graduation he spent a short time in Colorado to attend a trade school then returned to the family farm.
In 1972, Gordon met the love of his life, Margaret Porter. They married on April 6, 1973 in Clarksville, Texas. Early in the marriage, while Margaret was a full-time student, Gordon worked as a tractor machinist to support them. During this time, they lived in Nebraska but only to return to Grand City, MO in October of 1973. From 1973 to 1976, Gordon worked as a mechanic for Hall and Scott in Maryville, the Snow Implement in Grant City.
As they began their family in 1977, they welcomed Wayne Gordon Byrom followed by Matthew Richard Byrom in 1980. During this period of Gordon’s life, he worked hard at starting a farm of his own.
In 1983, Gordon returned to college. He attended NWMSU in Maryville, MO, where he got a degree in Psychology and Biology. With a great amount of encouragement from professors and other medical professionals, he headed off to Kirksville, MO, with family in tow to attend Medical School at Kirksville Osteopathic in 1986. Gordon graduated in 1990 followed with a 3-year internship and residency in Internal Medicine. During this time, he was Chief Intern.
In 1993, Gordon and family moved to Cameron, MO where he started a private practice. Which he continued to take care of until 2 weeks before his death.
Gordon was so in love with helping people, practicing medicine and all the lives he touched. Not only during his medical practiced but during his entire life. The one thing everyone should know, many of his patients helped him through many tough times – he loved his patients and his practice. Gordon truly took good care of his patients. He made home visits, spending time with patients and families when needed. If you did not have any way to pay, he took care of you anyway.
Gordon was involved in many things, he served as the Chief of Staff at Cameron Regional Medical Center. Whether it was Amish auctions, football games, car racing, working cattle, bulldozing, working the land, building a pond, taking care of the livestock, but most of all being your doctor. Even though you could never take the farm boy out of his heart.
In 1996, Gordon and Margaret were blessed with their 3rd son into their loving family, Jonathan Marshall Byrom.
Gordon was a very proud and supportive father. He admired how his sons took the reins when they knew it need to be done because of the progression of his illness. Gordon will be missed by so many.
Gordon was preceded in death by his parents, a cousin, Sid Byrom (he loved like a brother) and many other family members.
Gordon is survived by his wife of 46 years, Margaret; 3 sons, Wayne (Amy), Matthew and Jonathan Byrom; sister, Ann (David) Fletchall; brother, John W. Byrom; grandchildren, Marrissa, Matana, Garret, Makayla, Aubree and Raven; aunt, Gus Oldfield; dogs, Roxy, Brodie and Stevie; his church family at the River of Life Baptist Church; 2 boys he helped raise as his own, Wyatt and Jeremy Dancer.
Services: 2:00 PM, Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at the River of Life Baptist Church, Cameron.
Visitation: 6-8:00 PM, Tuesday evening at Poland-Thomson Funeral Home, Cameron. Burial: Harlan Cemetery, Cameron. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the River of Life Baptist Church and/or Cameron FFA. Online condolences: www.polandthompson.com.
Gordon was born on September 10, 1952 in Mt. Ayr, Iowa the oldest child of Wayne and Evelyn (Stuthiet) Byrom.
Gordon attended Worth County High School in Grant City, MO, graduating in 1970. After graduation he spent a short time in Colorado to attend a trade school then returned to the family farm.
In 1972, Gordon met the love of his life, Margaret Porter. They married on April 6, 1973 in Clarksville, Texas. Early in the marriage, while Margaret was a full-time student, Gordon worked as a tractor machinist to support them. During this time, they lived in Nebraska but only to return to Grand City, MO in October of 1973. From 1973 to 1976, Gordon worked as a mechanic for Hall and Scott in Maryville, the Snow Implement in Grant City.
As they began their family in 1977, they welcomed Wayne Gordon Byrom followed by Matthew Richard Byrom in 1980. During this period of Gordon’s life, he worked hard at starting a farm of his own.
In 1983, Gordon returned to college. He attended NWMSU in Maryville, MO, where he got a degree in Psychology and Biology. With a great amount of encouragement from professors and other medical professionals, he headed off to Kirksville, MO, with family in tow to attend Medical School at Kirksville Osteopathic in 1986. Gordon graduated in 1990 followed with a 3-year internship and residency in Internal Medicine. During this time, he was Chief Intern.
In 1993, Gordon and family moved to Cameron, MO where he started a private practice. Which he continued to take care of until 2 weeks before his death.
Gordon was so in love with helping people, practicing medicine and all the lives he touched. Not only during his medical practiced but during his entire life. The one thing everyone should know, many of his patients helped him through many tough times – he loved his patients and his practice. Gordon truly took good care of his patients. He made home visits, spending time with patients and families when needed. If you did not have any way to pay, he took care of you anyway.
Gordon was involved in many things, he served as the Chief of Staff at Cameron Regional Medical Center. Whether it was Amish auctions, football games, car racing, working cattle, bulldozing, working the land, building a pond, taking care of the livestock, but most of all being your doctor. Even though you could never take the farm boy out of his heart.
In 1996, Gordon and Margaret were blessed with their 3rd son into their loving family, Jonathan Marshall Byrom.
Gordon was a very proud and supportive father. He admired how his sons took the reins when they knew it need to be done because of the progression of his illness. Gordon will be missed by so many.
Gordon was preceded in death by his parents, a cousin, Sid Byrom (he loved like a brother) and many other family members.
Gordon is survived by his wife of 46 years, Margaret; 3 sons, Wayne (Amy), Matthew and Jonathan Byrom; sister, Ann (David) Fletchall; brother, John W. Byrom; grandchildren, Marrissa, Matana, Garret, Makayla, Aubree and Raven; aunt, Gus Oldfield; dogs, Roxy, Brodie and Stevie; his church family at the River of Life Baptist Church; 2 boys he helped raise as his own, Wyatt and Jeremy Dancer.
Services: 2:00 PM, Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at the River of Life Baptist Church, Cameron.
Visitation: 6-8:00 PM, Tuesday evening at Poland-Thomson Funeral Home, Cameron. Burial: Harlan Cemetery, Cameron. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the River of Life Baptist Church and/or Cameron FFA. Online condolences: www.polandthompson.com.
Saturday, July 20, 2019
Obituary -- Dan Baker 1956-2019
Dan Baker, 62, Ridgeway, MO passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at his home.
He was born on October 30, 1956, in Eagleville, MO the son of Gerald “Pude” and Edith Elaine (Dyer) Baker.
On September 14, 1973 Dan was united in marriage to Darlene Boger.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Brandon; and brother, Rickie L. Baker.
Dan was a hard worker, he drove a truck for 35 years, making a living for his family and enjoyed what he did. He loved his family and having them around. Anyone who knew Dan would say he was the first to crack a joke and was always making someone laugh and smile. He always made the best of every situation regardless of what it was, he was a devoted husband, dad, and granddad. Dan was a busy man who couldn’t sit still, whether it be working in his yard, on his trucks, his corvette, or his trike, it was very seldom that you would catch Dan sitting down idle. If it was too cold to be outside you could often walk in the house and find a fresh batch of no bake cookies that he had just made.
Dan is survived by his wife of 45 years, Darlene of the home; sons, Tim (Wendy) Baker, Pattonsburg, MO and Josh Baker and (Ryan), Bethany, MO; grandchildren, Maggie, Megan, Jayson, Jordan, Ethan, Ryker, Lexi, Kaitlyn, Jody, Brandon, and Sawyer; and 1 sister, Sandra (Lyle) Grabill, Excelsior Springs, MO.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 22 at the United Methodist Church, Ridgeway, MO under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, MO. Burial will follow in Ridgeway Cemetery, Ridgeway, MO. The family will receive friends from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, MO.
Memorials may be made to the Harrison County Cancer Transportation Fund in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com
He was born on October 30, 1956, in Eagleville, MO the son of Gerald “Pude” and Edith Elaine (Dyer) Baker.
On September 14, 1973 Dan was united in marriage to Darlene Boger.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Brandon; and brother, Rickie L. Baker.
Dan was a hard worker, he drove a truck for 35 years, making a living for his family and enjoyed what he did. He loved his family and having them around. Anyone who knew Dan would say he was the first to crack a joke and was always making someone laugh and smile. He always made the best of every situation regardless of what it was, he was a devoted husband, dad, and granddad. Dan was a busy man who couldn’t sit still, whether it be working in his yard, on his trucks, his corvette, or his trike, it was very seldom that you would catch Dan sitting down idle. If it was too cold to be outside you could often walk in the house and find a fresh batch of no bake cookies that he had just made.
Dan is survived by his wife of 45 years, Darlene of the home; sons, Tim (Wendy) Baker, Pattonsburg, MO and Josh Baker and (Ryan), Bethany, MO; grandchildren, Maggie, Megan, Jayson, Jordan, Ethan, Ryker, Lexi, Kaitlyn, Jody, Brandon, and Sawyer; and 1 sister, Sandra (Lyle) Grabill, Excelsior Springs, MO.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 22 at the United Methodist Church, Ridgeway, MO under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, MO. Burial will follow in Ridgeway Cemetery, Ridgeway, MO. The family will receive friends from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, MO.
Memorials may be made to the Harrison County Cancer Transportation Fund in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com
Obituary -- Kenny Dougan 1946-2019
Kenneth James “Kenny” Dougan, 73, of Ravenwood, MO, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at the Mosaic Life Care, in St. Joseph, MO.
Kenny was born in Maryville, MO, on May 12, 1946. His parents are James A. and Bonnie Jean (Sherry) Dougan. His mother preceded him in death on January 20, 2014. He was also preceded in death by his sister in law, Linda Dougan.
Kenny was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from Northeast Nodaway High School in 1964. He worked for years as a switchman at Grand River Mutual Telephone and retired in 2004. He was a US Army veteran.
He was a race car fan; NASCAR and dirt track, and had built racing motors for some local drivers. He liked to fish; and enjoyed competing in horse shows with his boys when they were growing up. And he especially liked watching his grandkids play ball.
On February 10, 1966, he was united in marriage to Linda Verlene Wray, and she survives of the home.
He is also survived by his 2 sons, Robbie and wife, Debbie Dougan, Maryville, MO, and Randy and wife, Brenda Dougan, Ravenwood, MO; his father, James A. Dougan, Ravenwood, MO; his 2 brothers, Keith Dougan, Ravenwood, MO, and Kirby and wife, Deb Dougan, Ravenwood, MO; his 5 grandchildren, Cole, Christopher, Taylor, Shayna, and Jaysie; his 3 great grandchildren, Kinley and Kash Emery, and Rhyott Scott; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO. The burial will follow in the Nodaway Memorial Gardens, also of Maryville, MO.
Military Rites will be conducted at the cemetery by members of the Tri-C American Legion Post 464, Conception Junction, MO.
The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 PM, Monday, July 22, 2019, at the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO.
Memorials are suggested to the Pineview Manor Nursing Home, Stanberry, MO.
Kenny was born in Maryville, MO, on May 12, 1946. His parents are James A. and Bonnie Jean (Sherry) Dougan. His mother preceded him in death on January 20, 2014. He was also preceded in death by his sister in law, Linda Dougan.
Kenny was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from Northeast Nodaway High School in 1964. He worked for years as a switchman at Grand River Mutual Telephone and retired in 2004. He was a US Army veteran.
He was a race car fan; NASCAR and dirt track, and had built racing motors for some local drivers. He liked to fish; and enjoyed competing in horse shows with his boys when they were growing up. And he especially liked watching his grandkids play ball.
On February 10, 1966, he was united in marriage to Linda Verlene Wray, and she survives of the home.
He is also survived by his 2 sons, Robbie and wife, Debbie Dougan, Maryville, MO, and Randy and wife, Brenda Dougan, Ravenwood, MO; his father, James A. Dougan, Ravenwood, MO; his 2 brothers, Keith Dougan, Ravenwood, MO, and Kirby and wife, Deb Dougan, Ravenwood, MO; his 5 grandchildren, Cole, Christopher, Taylor, Shayna, and Jaysie; his 3 great grandchildren, Kinley and Kash Emery, and Rhyott Scott; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO. The burial will follow in the Nodaway Memorial Gardens, also of Maryville, MO.
Military Rites will be conducted at the cemetery by members of the Tri-C American Legion Post 464, Conception Junction, MO.
The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 PM, Monday, July 22, 2019, at the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO.
Memorials are suggested to the Pineview Manor Nursing Home, Stanberry, MO.
Friday, July 19, 2019
Two Teen Vehicles Strike Cow Near Grant City
Two teen vehicles struck a cow near Grant City Thursday night. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that a 2003 Chevy Trailblazer driven by Dagon Cooper (18) of Grant City was southbound on Route Z at around 11:35 pm when he struck a cow. He was wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident. He received minor injuries and was taken to Mosaic in Albany.
Separately, a 2008 Chevy Cobalt driven by Cierra Runnels (19) of Albany was northbound on Route Z at the same location when she struck a cow in the roadway as well. She received minor injuries and was taken to Mosaic. A passenger, Mercaides Greenwell (17) of Albany, was not injured.
Separately, a 2008 Chevy Cobalt driven by Cierra Runnels (19) of Albany was northbound on Route Z at the same location when she struck a cow in the roadway as well. She received minor injuries and was taken to Mosaic. A passenger, Mercaides Greenwell (17) of Albany, was not injured.
Ayrica Fletchall Resigns as Head Cook for School
The Worth County School Board, at their July 18th meeting, accepted the resignation of Ayrica Fletchall, head cook at the school, with regret.
The board approved the budget for the 2019-2020 school year. Enrollment will stay at around 300 for the upcoming school year, with 150 in both the elementary and the junior high/high school. The budget reflects a less than 1% increase in salaries and benefits from last year. All teachers received their step increases from last year.
The school does not foresee a significant increase in revenue. The budget will allow for the purchase of another school bus. The school is in the process of building reserves to assist in the future replacement of HVAC units.
The school is considered a hold harmless school district. That means that the school funding will not go below a certain point from the state.
The budget is projected to run a deficit of around $144,000 for the upcoming school year. This is a worst-case scenario; for instance, last year, the school budgeted for a $193,434 deficit, but came out with a surplus of $115,566.46.
Service bids were awarded for the new school year. Green Valley Pest Control was awarded the pest control bid for a total of $519. Porter Trash was given the trash contract for $455 a month for the school and $55 a month for the ball diamond. Anderson-Erickson was awarded the milk bid, while Hy-Vee was awarded the bread bid.
The board approved the budget for the 2019-2020 school year. Enrollment will stay at around 300 for the upcoming school year, with 150 in both the elementary and the junior high/high school. The budget reflects a less than 1% increase in salaries and benefits from last year. All teachers received their step increases from last year.
The school does not foresee a significant increase in revenue. The budget will allow for the purchase of another school bus. The school is in the process of building reserves to assist in the future replacement of HVAC units.
The school is considered a hold harmless school district. That means that the school funding will not go below a certain point from the state.
The budget is projected to run a deficit of around $144,000 for the upcoming school year. This is a worst-case scenario; for instance, last year, the school budgeted for a $193,434 deficit, but came out with a surplus of $115,566.46.
Service bids were awarded for the new school year. Green Valley Pest Control was awarded the pest control bid for a total of $519. Porter Trash was given the trash contract for $455 a month for the school and $55 a month for the ball diamond. Anderson-Erickson was awarded the milk bid, while Hy-Vee was awarded the bread bid.
Obituary -- Ralph Wallace 1935-2019
Ralph Leroy Wallace, 84, Burlington Junction, MO, died Monday, July 15, 2019, at Nodaway Nursing Home in Maryville, MO. He was born January 9, 1935 to Ora Lee and Dorothy Helen Emery Wallace Snowden.
On August 17, 1969, Ralph married Louise Argo in Maryville.
Ralph was a retired Maintenance Manager for Uniroyal-Michelin.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Micki Jones, brother Edward Wallace, and sisters Velma Royalty, Dora Jean Henry, Selma Kay Christiansen and step-dad Drexel Snowden.
He is survived by his wife: Louise Wallace of their home, their children Linda (Bill) Young, Pickering, MO, Marvin (Bev) Wallace, Lee's Summit, MO. Kathy Burns, Maryville, MO, Terry (Jamie) Harding, Albany, MO, Ralph (Machelle) Wallace, Savannah, MO, Rex (Tracey) Wallace, Maryville,Troy (Christi) Wallace, League City, TX, Stepson Danny Reynolds, Arkoe, MO, 19 Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Mr. Wallace has been cremated under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville.
Memorial Services and Celebration of Life were 1:00 pm Friday, July 19, 2019 at Price Funeral Home Chapel, with a visitation preceding from 12:00-1:00 pm.
Burial is in Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville.
Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society.
www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com
On August 17, 1969, Ralph married Louise Argo in Maryville.
Ralph was a retired Maintenance Manager for Uniroyal-Michelin.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Micki Jones, brother Edward Wallace, and sisters Velma Royalty, Dora Jean Henry, Selma Kay Christiansen and step-dad Drexel Snowden.
He is survived by his wife: Louise Wallace of their home, their children Linda (Bill) Young, Pickering, MO, Marvin (Bev) Wallace, Lee's Summit, MO. Kathy Burns, Maryville, MO, Terry (Jamie) Harding, Albany, MO, Ralph (Machelle) Wallace, Savannah, MO, Rex (Tracey) Wallace, Maryville,Troy (Christi) Wallace, League City, TX, Stepson Danny Reynolds, Arkoe, MO, 19 Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Mr. Wallace has been cremated under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville.
Memorial Services and Celebration of Life were 1:00 pm Friday, July 19, 2019 at Price Funeral Home Chapel, with a visitation preceding from 12:00-1:00 pm.
Burial is in Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville.
Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society.
www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com
Dylan Miller, Chelsea Wehrli to Wed
Dr. Dylan Miller of Allendale and Chelsea Wehrli of Mound City will get married on August 17th in St. Joseph. They will live together in Allendale. Dr. Miller will continue his practice, while Chelsea will work at Harrison County Hospital in Bethany. She is a distant relative of King City graduate and NFL Hall of Famer Roger Wehrli.
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Worth County Care & Rehab Switches Therapy, Activity Rooms
The Worth County Care & Rehab Center has exchanged the Activity Room and the Therapy Room. Administrator Kelly Summa said that the therapy program had outgrown the old room; there were frequently as many as four patients waiting in the halls for treatment, and there was more privacy in the other room.
The facility made $52,000 in profits last year, including the tax revenues from the voter-approved levy. The facility lost $3,700 in June due to repairs, maintenance, and overtime.
The census for the facility was at 20 as of July 17th. There was one admission, while two passed away and two went home. They are looking at three potential new patients. There were two Part A patients. The facility is up to 4 stars.
The state inspected the facility this month for its annual inspections. The facility will do more fire alarm inspections and performed electrical outlet testing. They did a list of repairs. The smoke barrier walls in the ceiling need fixed. Smoke doors were not closing properly; that was fixed on the spot. Two of the closets need vents and sprinkler systems. The facility will fix the bathrooms in the main lobby. Two expired medications were found in the medical storage area. The facility will submit a plan of correction and complete corrections within 60 days.
Work on the budget for 2019-2020 fiscal year was done by the board. The facility averaged 21.2 residents over the last year and is still in the process of doing work to start offering an Alzheimer’s program using funds from Nodaway County Economic Development and the Worth County Progress Organization. If there is demand for such a program, they could turn an entire wing of the facility into a unit.
The facility made $52,000 in profits last year, including the tax revenues from the voter-approved levy. The facility lost $3,700 in June due to repairs, maintenance, and overtime.
The census for the facility was at 20 as of July 17th. There was one admission, while two passed away and two went home. They are looking at three potential new patients. There were two Part A patients. The facility is up to 4 stars.
The state inspected the facility this month for its annual inspections. The facility will do more fire alarm inspections and performed electrical outlet testing. They did a list of repairs. The smoke barrier walls in the ceiling need fixed. Smoke doors were not closing properly; that was fixed on the spot. Two of the closets need vents and sprinkler systems. The facility will fix the bathrooms in the main lobby. Two expired medications were found in the medical storage area. The facility will submit a plan of correction and complete corrections within 60 days.
Work on the budget for 2019-2020 fiscal year was done by the board. The facility averaged 21.2 residents over the last year and is still in the process of doing work to start offering an Alzheimer’s program using funds from Nodaway County Economic Development and the Worth County Progress Organization. If there is demand for such a program, they could turn an entire wing of the facility into a unit.
1978 Parnell & Ravenwood Business Roster
In 1978, the Hopkins Journal, trying to expand its circulation in the face of declining population, expanded its coverage to include Burlington Junction, Northeast Nodaway, and other places. They did a congratulatory ad for the Northeast Nodaway Girls Basketball Team, which won one of several state titles that year. The following businesses in Parnell and Ravenwood sponsored the ad:
Ben’s Fabric Shop, Parnell; Best Bi Market, Parnell; Breit Standard Oil, Parnell; MFA, Ravenwood; Nelson Dozing, Ravenwood; Nodaway Skelgas Service, Ravenwood; Platte Valley Bank, Ravenwood; Sherry’s Grocery, Ravenwood; Treese Plumbing & Heating, Ravenwood; Burch’s Service, Ravenwood; Bodle Body Shop, Ravenwood; Roy Moore Insurance, Ravenwood.
Ben’s Fabric Shop, Parnell; Best Bi Market, Parnell; Breit Standard Oil, Parnell; MFA, Ravenwood; Nelson Dozing, Ravenwood; Nodaway Skelgas Service, Ravenwood; Platte Valley Bank, Ravenwood; Sherry’s Grocery, Ravenwood; Treese Plumbing & Heating, Ravenwood; Burch’s Service, Ravenwood; Bodle Body Shop, Ravenwood; Roy Moore Insurance, Ravenwood.
Swanson Funeral Home Served Hopkins for 48 Years
The Swanson Funeral Home, run by Stanley and Fern Swanson, was in business in Hopkins for 48 years from 1930 to 1978. They were bought out by Price Funeral Home of Maryville and became the Swanson-Price Funeral Home.
Stanley went to Worsham Training School in 1923, got his Embalmer’s License in 1924, and came to Hopkins in 1930. He started when funeral homes still went to peoples’ houses to embalm bodies. Stanley would do the embalming, while Fern would do the cosmetic work.
The funeral home business is similar to the newspaper business in that there is no such thing as a day off, especially when the Swansons did the ambulance service for 35 years as well. At one point, they tried to get away to Colorado for vacation for four years in a row, only to be called back each time.
In addition to the funeral home, the Swansons were active in the community as well. They were active in the Hopkins Christian Church, where Fern taught Sunday School for 26 years. They were members of the Order of the Eastern Star and Xenia Lodge #50, from whom Stanley got a 50 year pin. They were also active in the Elks Club of Maryville and Cub Scouts, and Stanley was a charter member of the Hopkins Lions Club. He helped purchase the land for the park northwest of town and served at various times on the Hopkins City Council, the North Nodaway School Board, and the Nodaway County Welfare Advisory Board.
Stanley went to Worsham Training School in 1923, got his Embalmer’s License in 1924, and came to Hopkins in 1930. He started when funeral homes still went to peoples’ houses to embalm bodies. Stanley would do the embalming, while Fern would do the cosmetic work.
The funeral home business is similar to the newspaper business in that there is no such thing as a day off, especially when the Swansons did the ambulance service for 35 years as well. At one point, they tried to get away to Colorado for vacation for four years in a row, only to be called back each time.
In addition to the funeral home, the Swansons were active in the community as well. They were active in the Hopkins Christian Church, where Fern taught Sunday School for 26 years. They were members of the Order of the Eastern Star and Xenia Lodge #50, from whom Stanley got a 50 year pin. They were also active in the Elks Club of Maryville and Cub Scouts, and Stanley was a charter member of the Hopkins Lions Club. He helped purchase the land for the park northwest of town and served at various times on the Hopkins City Council, the North Nodaway School Board, and the Nodaway County Welfare Advisory Board.
Chris Brown Hung 38 Points on Tarkio, Holds Single Game North Nodaway Boys Regulation Record
It turns out that the North Nodaway boys basketball recordbook needs to be rewritten. Cody Wood scored 41 points in an overtime win over South Holt earlier this year, which makes him the single game overtime record holder.
We thought Peyton Coleman held the single game scoring record for a regulation game with 37 points. However, it turns out that Chris Brown hung 38 points on Tarkio in a losing effort in 1977.
The Mustang boys that year started off promising, with a consolation trophy at the Worth County Tournament, which started off the season back then. But then it turned into a long year. Brown provided a highlight in that game even though the Mustangs lost 81-72. The game was played on February 4th, 1977 and was subsequently reported on in the February 10th, 1977 Hopkins Journal.
The single game leaderboard now looks as follows:
Cody Wood, 41 points (Overtime) (2019) vs. South Holt.
Chris Brown, 38 Points (Regulation) (1977) vs. Tarkio.
Peyton Coleman, 37 Points (2017) vs. East Atchison.
Peyton Coleman, 36 Points (2016) vs. NEN.
Jason DeMott, 36 Points (2010).
Peyton Coleman, 35 Points (2016) vs. Northland Christian.
Wren Peve holds the single game record for the Hopkins School with 57 points; that was before the merger with Pickering, when Hopkins was still known as the Bulldogs.
The 2015 boys team that won the Northwest Missouri Tournament did so for the first time in decades. We thought the Mustangs had done so in 1983-84; however, while they won the 275 Conference Title and beat Roger Riley and NEN that year, they did not win a tournament. We have gone back to the 1976-77 season, and the tournament title drought extends beyond that.
We thought Peyton Coleman held the single game scoring record for a regulation game with 37 points. However, it turns out that Chris Brown hung 38 points on Tarkio in a losing effort in 1977.
The Mustang boys that year started off promising, with a consolation trophy at the Worth County Tournament, which started off the season back then. But then it turned into a long year. Brown provided a highlight in that game even though the Mustangs lost 81-72. The game was played on February 4th, 1977 and was subsequently reported on in the February 10th, 1977 Hopkins Journal.
The single game leaderboard now looks as follows:
Cody Wood, 41 points (Overtime) (2019) vs. South Holt.
Chris Brown, 38 Points (Regulation) (1977) vs. Tarkio.
Peyton Coleman, 37 Points (2017) vs. East Atchison.
Peyton Coleman, 36 Points (2016) vs. NEN.
Jason DeMott, 36 Points (2010).
Peyton Coleman, 35 Points (2016) vs. Northland Christian.
Wren Peve holds the single game record for the Hopkins School with 57 points; that was before the merger with Pickering, when Hopkins was still known as the Bulldogs.
The 2015 boys team that won the Northwest Missouri Tournament did so for the first time in decades. We thought the Mustangs had done so in 1983-84; however, while they won the 275 Conference Title and beat Roger Riley and NEN that year, they did not win a tournament. We have gone back to the 1976-77 season, and the tournament title drought extends beyond that.
The Wit and Wisdom of Larry Boyd
Sheridan High School grad Larry Boyd moved to Bedford, where he practiced insurance for many years. In the 1970’s, he periodically ran an ad in the Hopkins Journal, where he put forward his wit and wisdom.
The area has been blessed with many people who come up with their own quotes and put them out for everyone to see. The late W.L. Moorhead, the first editor of the Hopkins Journal, was one such person. Dr. Stan Andrews of Stanberry put up quotes on his signboard regularly, a tradition continued by Dr. Fallon (Cordell) Steins. For many years, the late Charlie Mac, even after he handed over most of the operation of the Times-Tribune to Chase, held forth in Nut Quads every week, even when he was on vacation.
From his October 21st, 1976 ad in the Hopkins Journal, here is the wit and wisdom of Farmer Boyd:
“Youngsters sure brighten up a home. Whoever saw one of them turn off a light?”
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“Lawyer to Prisoner: I’ll carry this case to the highest court in the land – but in the meantime, you’d better try to escape.”
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“The husband who brags he never made a mistake has a wife who did.”
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“Neighbor: A person who is always doing something you can’t afford.”
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“It’s a bad day when I haven’t done something for a client.”
The area has been blessed with many people who come up with their own quotes and put them out for everyone to see. The late W.L. Moorhead, the first editor of the Hopkins Journal, was one such person. Dr. Stan Andrews of Stanberry put up quotes on his signboard regularly, a tradition continued by Dr. Fallon (Cordell) Steins. For many years, the late Charlie Mac, even after he handed over most of the operation of the Times-Tribune to Chase, held forth in Nut Quads every week, even when he was on vacation.
From his October 21st, 1976 ad in the Hopkins Journal, here is the wit and wisdom of Farmer Boyd:
“Youngsters sure brighten up a home. Whoever saw one of them turn off a light?”
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“Lawyer to Prisoner: I’ll carry this case to the highest court in the land – but in the meantime, you’d better try to escape.”
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“The husband who brags he never made a mistake has a wife who did.”
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“Neighbor: A person who is always doing something you can’t afford.”
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“It’s a bad day when I haven’t done something for a client.”
In 1922, Hopkins Had 1,000 People
The January 13th, 1977 Hopkins Journal published a pocket directory from 1921-22 featuring the town of Hopkins for 1921-22. 17 businesses got together to put together the directory along with the Hopkins Journal, and Hopkins had a population of 1,000 people. The Chicago, Burlington, & Quincy Railroad ran through town. There were two banks, a theatre, and a hotel. W.L. Moorhead was the editor of the Hopkins Journal.
O.L. Mutti was the mayor. Other officers were T.W. Porter (Clerk), S.E. Browne (Attorney), Geo. Bowman (Treasurer), Leonard Whitten (Marshal), and Fred Gray (Council President).
There were four different passenger trains that ran through Hopkins. The Number Five ran through town at 7:20 am daily, while the Number Three ran through at 4:17 pm daily except Sunday. These were the southbound routes. The Number Four ran through town at 12:23 pm daily except Sunday, while the Number Ten ran through at 8:55 pm daily.
Fares were Bedford (36 cents), Conway (69 cents), Merle Junction (82 cents), Lenox ($1.09), Pickering (27 cents), Maryville (57 cents), and Arkoe (82 cents).
O.L. Mutti was the mayor. Other officers were T.W. Porter (Clerk), S.E. Browne (Attorney), Geo. Bowman (Treasurer), Leonard Whitten (Marshal), and Fred Gray (Council President).
There were four different passenger trains that ran through Hopkins. The Number Five ran through town at 7:20 am daily, while the Number Three ran through at 4:17 pm daily except Sunday. These were the southbound routes. The Number Four ran through town at 12:23 pm daily except Sunday, while the Number Ten ran through at 8:55 pm daily.
Fares were Bedford (36 cents), Conway (69 cents), Merle Junction (82 cents), Lenox ($1.09), Pickering (27 cents), Maryville (57 cents), and Arkoe (82 cents).
David Hunt Honored for 40 Years of Service to Lions; New Officers Named
New officers for the Grant City Lions were installed Tuesday at their regular meeting. W.R. O’Riley, who was a Past International Vice-President of Lions, emceed the ceremony. His wife, Carole, who was a Past President of Maryville Host Lions Club, was also present.
Named as new officers for the year were Michael Riley (President), David Gentleman (Second Vice-President), Bill Calhoon (Treasurer), and Marty Myers (Secretary and Service Chair).
David Hunt was recognized for 40 years of service to the organization. Richard Rowen was recognized for 29 years of service. Teresa Gentleman was inducted as a new member of the club, which now stands at 31 members.
Revenue from concession sales from ball games was $535. Gentleman gave a report on a pumpkin patch that he is growing along with several other members of the community on donated land. They will sell the pumpkins to Hy-Vee and Lions will get the proceeds. They are looking into donating some of the pumpkins to families in need.
Work was lined up for the Young Farmers Tractor Pull, which will be held in August.
Named as new officers for the year were Michael Riley (President), David Gentleman (Second Vice-President), Bill Calhoon (Treasurer), and Marty Myers (Secretary and Service Chair).
David Hunt was recognized for 40 years of service to the organization. Richard Rowen was recognized for 29 years of service. Teresa Gentleman was inducted as a new member of the club, which now stands at 31 members.
Revenue from concession sales from ball games was $535. Gentleman gave a report on a pumpkin patch that he is growing along with several other members of the community on donated land. They will sell the pumpkins to Hy-Vee and Lions will get the proceeds. They are looking into donating some of the pumpkins to families in need.
Work was lined up for the Young Farmers Tractor Pull, which will be held in August.
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Courthouse News for July 17th, 2019
The Taylor County Sheriff’s Office charged an additional suspect in an ongoing narcotics distribution investigation. Nathan Foster, 19, of Clarinda, was arrested on July 9, 2019, after a traffic stop was conducted by Page County Sheriff's Deputies. He was wanted on an active Taylor County Warrant for two Controlled Substance Violations – Delivery of a Controlled Substance, a Class D Felony. Foster was released from the Taylor County Sheriff's Office after he was able to post $5,000 bond.
Kristina Marcum, 18, of Lenox, was arrested in the 300 block of West Nebraska Street in Lenox on July 10, 2019. Marcum was wanted on an active Taylor County Warrant for Theft in the 3rd Degree. She is being held at the Taylor County Jail on $2,000 bond.
On July 10th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Jessica Loman (30) of Bethany alleging Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony).
On July 10th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Joseph Reynolds (45) of Bethany alleging Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony).
On July 10th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Earl Tiller (52) of Bethany alleging Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony). Bond was set for $10,000, with defendant given leave to post 10% cash.
On July 10th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Celeste Brown (57) of St. Joseph alleging three counts Passing a Bad Check.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Dana Stone (34) of Lathrop alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Anastasia Raines (20) of Cainsville alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Logan Huitt alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Mandy Chumbley (20) of Lamoni alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Armando Montez (57) of San Antonio alleging Failure to Register as Interstate Fuel User.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Amanda Crisp (26) of Rolla alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Karen Claycomb (52) of Bethany alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Keith Ellis (54) of Bethany alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Brian Pigg (33) of Albany alleging Operating a Vehicle Owned by Another Without Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Megan Mouzakis (27) of Cainsville alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Gregory Blanton (53) of Bethany alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Sherry Parkhurst (49) of Darlington alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Gerry Runde (19) of Parnell alleging Minor in Possession.
On July 11th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Jentry Freemyer (18) of Fairfax alleging Minor in Possession.
On July 11th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Kaycee Clark (22) of Maryville alleging Supplying Liquor to Minor or Intoxicated Person.
On July 11th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Ethan Dulin (19) of Maryville alleging Supplying Liquor to Minor or Intoxicated Person.
On July 11th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Michael Troutwine alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony), Possession of Marijuana (Prior), DWI (Prior), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior) and Driving While Revoked.
On July 11th, a Sheridan resident reported on Facebook that someone had shot their Beagle three times with a BB gun.
On July 12th, Special Prosecutor Barbara Klima filed charges against Kendra Yeager (30) of Faucett in Nodaway County alleging Non-Support (Felony).
On July 12th, a Hopkins resident reported on Facebook that someone had dumped broken glass, box springs, and other assorted debris along their road that morning over a ½ mile stretch of road.
On July 13th, a Grant City resident reported someone was shooting off fireworks in Grant City and scaring their pets. Grant City ordinances generally don’t allow the shooting of fireworks in city limits after July 5th.
On the night of July 13th, a man and a woman entered Molly’s in Maryville, stole money from both tip jars, and shared it with two other people.
On July 13th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Isaac Wright (20) of Savannah in Nodaway County on charges of No Plates, No Insurance, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
On July 13th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Drew Murphy (33) of Maitland in Nodaway County on charges of Failure to Appear (Seat Belt), Speeding (80 mph), and No Seat Belt.
On July 13th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Alexander Snow (23) of Maryville alleging Damage to Jail or Jail Property.
On July 14th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Michael McMahon (24) of Maryville alleging Leaving the Scene (Property Damage Exceeded $1,000, Felony), and DWI (Prior).
On July 14th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Wayne Bonde (56) of Bethany in Harrison County on charges of DWI (Felony), Driving While Suspended (Felony), and Speeding. Charges were subsequently filed by Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer.
On July 15th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Dustin Rowen (23) of Sheridan alleging Vision Reducing Material on Vehicle.
On July 15th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Joe Lopez (27) of Grant City alleging No Plates.
On July 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Dondre Marshall (21) of Port Gibson (MS) alleging Driving While Revoked and Speeding.
Charges listed are mere allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Kristina Marcum, 18, of Lenox, was arrested in the 300 block of West Nebraska Street in Lenox on July 10, 2019. Marcum was wanted on an active Taylor County Warrant for Theft in the 3rd Degree. She is being held at the Taylor County Jail on $2,000 bond.
On July 10th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Jessica Loman (30) of Bethany alleging Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony).
On July 10th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Joseph Reynolds (45) of Bethany alleging Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony).
On July 10th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Earl Tiller (52) of Bethany alleging Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony). Bond was set for $10,000, with defendant given leave to post 10% cash.
On July 10th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Celeste Brown (57) of St. Joseph alleging three counts Passing a Bad Check.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Dana Stone (34) of Lathrop alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Anastasia Raines (20) of Cainsville alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Logan Huitt alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Mandy Chumbley (20) of Lamoni alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Armando Montez (57) of San Antonio alleging Failure to Register as Interstate Fuel User.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Amanda Crisp (26) of Rolla alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Karen Claycomb (52) of Bethany alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Keith Ellis (54) of Bethany alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Brian Pigg (33) of Albany alleging Operating a Vehicle Owned by Another Without Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Megan Mouzakis (27) of Cainsville alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Gregory Blanton (53) of Bethany alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Sherry Parkhurst (49) of Darlington alleging No Insurance.
On July 11th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Gerry Runde (19) of Parnell alleging Minor in Possession.
On July 11th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Jentry Freemyer (18) of Fairfax alleging Minor in Possession.
On July 11th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Kaycee Clark (22) of Maryville alleging Supplying Liquor to Minor or Intoxicated Person.
On July 11th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Ethan Dulin (19) of Maryville alleging Supplying Liquor to Minor or Intoxicated Person.
On July 11th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Michael Troutwine alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony), Possession of Marijuana (Prior), DWI (Prior), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior) and Driving While Revoked.
On July 11th, a Sheridan resident reported on Facebook that someone had shot their Beagle three times with a BB gun.
On July 12th, Special Prosecutor Barbara Klima filed charges against Kendra Yeager (30) of Faucett in Nodaway County alleging Non-Support (Felony).
On July 12th, a Hopkins resident reported on Facebook that someone had dumped broken glass, box springs, and other assorted debris along their road that morning over a ½ mile stretch of road.
On July 13th, a Grant City resident reported someone was shooting off fireworks in Grant City and scaring their pets. Grant City ordinances generally don’t allow the shooting of fireworks in city limits after July 5th.
On the night of July 13th, a man and a woman entered Molly’s in Maryville, stole money from both tip jars, and shared it with two other people.
On July 13th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Isaac Wright (20) of Savannah in Nodaway County on charges of No Plates, No Insurance, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
On July 13th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Drew Murphy (33) of Maitland in Nodaway County on charges of Failure to Appear (Seat Belt), Speeding (80 mph), and No Seat Belt.
On July 13th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Alexander Snow (23) of Maryville alleging Damage to Jail or Jail Property.
On July 14th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Michael McMahon (24) of Maryville alleging Leaving the Scene (Property Damage Exceeded $1,000, Felony), and DWI (Prior).
On July 14th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Wayne Bonde (56) of Bethany in Harrison County on charges of DWI (Felony), Driving While Suspended (Felony), and Speeding. Charges were subsequently filed by Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer.
On July 15th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Dustin Rowen (23) of Sheridan alleging Vision Reducing Material on Vehicle.
On July 15th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Joe Lopez (27) of Grant City alleging No Plates.
On July 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Dondre Marshall (21) of Port Gibson (MS) alleging Driving While Revoked and Speeding.
Charges listed are mere allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Monday, July 15, 2019
Obituary -- John Craven 1942-2019
John Craven, age 76, formerly of Denver, Missouri, died May 18, 2019 in Arizona where he was a resident.
John was born September 30, 1942, the son of Cleo & Carl Craven.
John was a graduate of Grant City High School, Class of 1960. He graduated from Arizona State University in 1968 with a BS in Education.
He had made his home in southern California, Las Vegas, Nevada and Florida, before retiring to AZ.
He is survived by his wife Marty, son Michael, daughter Tracie, 4 grandchildren and 2 great granddaughters, 3 stepsons and their families, Sister Beth (Jim)Dart, cousins, nieces & nephews.
John was preceded in death by his parents Cleo and Carl and a brother Neal.
Memorial Inurnment services will be held at 10:30 AM, July 23, 2019 in the Miller Cemetery, Denver Missouri. Remembrances for the services will be led by Ted Marr.
Arrangements: Andrews-Hann Funeral Home
John was born September 30, 1942, the son of Cleo & Carl Craven.
John was a graduate of Grant City High School, Class of 1960. He graduated from Arizona State University in 1968 with a BS in Education.
He had made his home in southern California, Las Vegas, Nevada and Florida, before retiring to AZ.
He is survived by his wife Marty, son Michael, daughter Tracie, 4 grandchildren and 2 great granddaughters, 3 stepsons and their families, Sister Beth (Jim)Dart, cousins, nieces & nephews.
John was preceded in death by his parents Cleo and Carl and a brother Neal.
Memorial Inurnment services will be held at 10:30 AM, July 23, 2019 in the Miller Cemetery, Denver Missouri. Remembrances for the services will be led by Ted Marr.
Arrangements: Andrews-Hann Funeral Home
Saturday, July 13, 2019
Motorcycle Strikes Deer, Pattonsburg Man Killed
A motorcycle struck a deer Friday morning, killing a Pattonsburg man. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that a 1998 Moto Guzzi Motorcycle driven by Danny Daniel (65) of Pattonsburg was northbound on Route 69 eight miles south of Bethany and just north of Pattonsburg at around 7:05 that morning. The motorcycle attempted to avoid striking a deer, skidded, and struck the deer and traveled off the east side of the roadway. Daniel was ejected and came to rest partially in the northbound lane and partially on the east shoulder of 69. He was taken to Harrison County Hospital, where he was pronounced dead later that morning. He was wearing a safety device at the time of the accident.
Friday, July 12, 2019
Texas Man Injured in Wreck Near Pickering
A Texas man was injured in a wreck near Pickering Friday morning. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that a 2018 Kenworth Tractor Truck driven by Remigio Vazquesz-Martinez (61) of Rosenberg (TX) was northbound on Hawk Road four miles west of Pickering at around 6 am. He came to a downhill curve to the right of 170th street, ran off the north side, struck a tree, and overturned onto its passenger side. He received moderate injuries and was taken to Mosaic Medical Center in Maryville. He was wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident.
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Obituary -- Donna Job 1941-2019
Donna L. (Kain) Job, 77, of Maryville, MO, passed from this life on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at her home, with family at her side.
Donna was born on July 27, 1941, at the old St. Francis Hospital in Maryville. Except for a year in Arizona, she lived all her life in the area.
Her parents were Charles Lee and Mary Jean (Overby) Kain, they preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her sister, Shirley Inman, in 2000.
Donna graduated from Maryville High School in 1959. She was a homemaker and mother, and retired after 34 years at the former Eveready Battery, of Maryville.
She was a member of the Eagle’s Lodge, and the Laura Street Baptist Church, both of Maryville.
On July 16, 1960, at the First United Methodist Church in Maryville, Donna was united in marriage to William R. “Bill” Job. He survives of the home in Maryville.
She is also survived by her 4 daughters, Leann (Wayne) Kurkendall, Iowa Park, TX, Nena Herndon, Wichita Falls, TX, Kim Trimble, Maryville, MO, and Billie (James) Pankau, Grant City, MO; 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and 2 nieces and a nephew.
Mrs. Job has been cremated and her memorial service will be 10:00 AM on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO. The minister will be Pastor Paul McKim
The burial will follow in the Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville, MO.
The family will receive friends from one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to the Mosaic Health Care Hospice, or to the American Cancer Society.
Donna was born on July 27, 1941, at the old St. Francis Hospital in Maryville. Except for a year in Arizona, she lived all her life in the area.
Her parents were Charles Lee and Mary Jean (Overby) Kain, they preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her sister, Shirley Inman, in 2000.
Donna graduated from Maryville High School in 1959. She was a homemaker and mother, and retired after 34 years at the former Eveready Battery, of Maryville.
She was a member of the Eagle’s Lodge, and the Laura Street Baptist Church, both of Maryville.
On July 16, 1960, at the First United Methodist Church in Maryville, Donna was united in marriage to William R. “Bill” Job. He survives of the home in Maryville.
She is also survived by her 4 daughters, Leann (Wayne) Kurkendall, Iowa Park, TX, Nena Herndon, Wichita Falls, TX, Kim Trimble, Maryville, MO, and Billie (James) Pankau, Grant City, MO; 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and 2 nieces and a nephew.
Mrs. Job has been cremated and her memorial service will be 10:00 AM on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO. The minister will be Pastor Paul McKim
The burial will follow in the Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville, MO.
The family will receive friends from one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to the Mosaic Health Care Hospice, or to the American Cancer Society.
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