July 18, 2024

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In this issue

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Thursday, July 18

    Is anyone surprised about the attempted assassination of The Donald on Saturday? I’m not. If you keep hitting the drum beat “Existential threat” over and over, something like …

  • Get To Know Clinton, MO - Myleigh Williams

    Thursday, July 18

    Name: Myleigh Willings Birthplace: Warrensburg, MO. Years in Clinton: 16. Family: Willings Family. The best thing about living in Clinton is: How quiet it is. Occupation: …

  • Clinton Chamber Of Commerce Update

    Thursday, July 18

    Olde Glory Days has come and gone for another year. It seems like everything went pretty smooth and folks had a good time. Honoring our Country, its Veterans and hoping people have a good time are …

  • P.E.O. Sisters Review Projects

    Thursday, July 18

    Chapter EN, P.E.O. met at First Presbyterian Church on July 11 to hear reports of three projects that support higher education opportunities for women. Martha Lowe presented a report on the …

  • GVMH Promotes Johnson To Director Of Medical Billing

    Thursday, July 18

    Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is pleased to announce the promotion of Brooke Johnson to Director of Medical Billing. In her new role, Johnson will be responsible for the coordination and …

  • Ronald "Ron" Alan Finks

    Thursday, July 18

    Ronald Alan “Ron” Finks, 77, of Windsor, Mo., died Friday, July 5, 2024, at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Mo. He was born July 12, 1946, the son of Joseph Scott Finks and Coleen (Hand) …

  • Eldean Wachs

    Thursday, July 18

    ElDean Wachs, age 87, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Missouri. ElDean Arthur Wachs, son of Arthur Eric and Emma (Obering) …

  • Dylan Vanwinkle

    Thursday, July 18

    Dylan VanWinkle, age 29, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at his home in Clinton, Missouri. Dylan was born on December 13, 1994 and departed this world at the age of 29. Dylan will be remembered …

  • Gregory James Jurgensmeyer

    Thursday, July 18

    Gregory James Jurgensmeyer, age 63, of Montrose, Missouri passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri with his wife and children by his …

  • Church News

    Thursday, July 18

    Calhoun Community Church Welcome to the Good News from Calhoun Community Church. Our church family gathers at 9:30 a.m. for pre- church food and fellowship. We use this special time for visiting one …

  • The Shepherd Calls

    Thursday, July 18

    That You Might Have Life Despite God’s clear instructions to the contrary, man seems to think he can make a better life for himself than God can give. In the garden of Eden, Adam---who had …

  • The Little Apple

    Thursday, July 18

    July 10, 2024 Don’t forget about Third Sunday events for the Appleton City Ministerial Alliance upcoming later this summer. Wyatt Brown will share at the AC Park on August 18 at 6:00 p.m. and …

  • Municipal Court

    Thursday, July 18

    Gary Cover Arraignments Caelan Thomas, Michael Alderman, Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (1-5 Mph Over), Defendant sentenced to Fine $191.50 and Court Cost Paige Elizabeth Booth, Oper Veh …

  • Clinton Man Arrested For Possession Of Child Pornography

    Thursday, July 18

    The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control announces the arrest of Aaron M. Mays, 40, of Clinton, Missouri. Mays was arrested on July 10, 2024, for possession of …

  • Evergy Limits Industrial Development Power

    Thursday, July 18

    Competing for new industrial development is a hard enough job for municipalities already. Now there is a limit on available electric power. Mark Dawson, economic development director spoke to the …

  • Sheriff J. Kent Oberkrom Announces Retirement

    Thursday, July 18

    When Kent Oberkrom first took office as Henry County sheriff in January 1997, deputies had to supply their own vehicles and pay for their own uniforms, weapons and protective gear. That was common in …

  • Summer Reading Hour Will Celebrate Smokey The Bear's 80th Birthday

    Thursday, July 18

    On August 9, 2024, Smokey Bear officially turns 80 years old. The iconic image of a black bear in blue jeans and a forest ranger hat, familiar to generations of school children, was introduced in …

  • Photographer Takes Historical Society On Cross Country Trip

    Thursday, July 18

    Bob Colvin used to work in automobile and tire sales, but now puts mileage on his car to pursue his passion for photography. Last Saturday, he gave a program to the Windsor Historical Society titled …

  • Commission Candidates Focus On Deputy Salaries

    Thursday, July 18

    Keeping good law enforcement was a big topic for both incumbent Northside Commissioner Rick Fosnow, and challenger Mark Larson. Both candidates have ideas how to address that, and a recent effort …

  • City Pool Improvements Hit A High Water Mark!

    Thursday, July 18

    The state of the city outdoor pool, sewer plant and street projects were discussed, during the public works committee report at the city council meeting on July 2 at the municipal building in …

  • July 18, 2024

    Thursday, July 18

  • Cole Camp Fair Board Will Host Freewill Fundraiser Breakfast

    Wednesday, July 17

    The summer is racing by and the 2024 Cole Camp Fair is less than two short months away. The Cole Camp Fair Board is hosting a fundraiser breakfast for this year’s fair on Saturday, August 3, at …

  • Ozark Foodie

    Wednesday, July 17

    One of my easy go-to recipes is sautéed bananas; I love them with vanilla ice cream. The best bananas for this recipe are just ripe, yellow with barely any brown spots. This is easy enough to …

  • Grants Available For Rural Childcare Centers

    Wednesday, July 17

    So many times rural communities are like child care deserts, areas where the demand for licensed child care, exceeds the local capacity to provide it. This lack can create a very limiting factor …

  • Lincoln's Beaman Transfers To Iowa To Continue Pursuit Of Baseball Dream

    Wednesday, July 17

    Last week, Missouri graduate, Jackson Beaman and former Lincoln MO. standout, announced his commitment to Iowa after entering the transfer portal. He will be a redshirt junior and will have two years …

  • Former Ladycats Star McRoberts' Career Comes To End At UCM

    Wednesday, July 17

    When she started playing softball years ago, Aubrie McRoberts never knew the opportunities that the sport would hold for her. A 2020 graduate of Warsaw High School and now a college graduate of …

  • Lincoln's Mehrens Adds Mountain Climbing To His Resume While At Morningside

    Wednesday, July 17

    Lincoln football product lineman Gabe Mehrens is in his senior year at Morningside University in Iowa, a Division III football superpower. This reporter heard about a recent challenging senior …

  • Working For A Spot

    Wednesday, July 17

    WORKING FOR A SPOT, While rain stopped football practice last week, the Lincoln weight room was alive with middle schoolers. Nevaeh Quick played center on the football team last season, a position …

  • Horton Supply Company Veterans And Military Appreciation Night Set For Saturday At Lucas Oil Speedway

    Wednesday, July 17

    Lucas Oil Speedway has a long tradition of recognizing active-duty military and veterans before each racing program. This week, it will be taken to an even higher level with Horton Supply Company …

  • FUNdraisers For The Playground

    Wednesday, July 17

    Join your family and friends on August 3 at 7:00 AM at the Drake Harbor Amphitheater for the 5K Fun Run/Walk to raise money for the Drake Harbor Playground Expansion which includes year-round …

  • Cole Camp's Harms Graduates From Missouri State

    Wednesday, July 17

    Missouri State University awarded 2,890 degrees to students in spring 2024. The commencement ceremonies took place May 10, 2024, at Great Southern Bank Arena. In the class, Jenna Harms of Cole Camp …

  • Meet The People Of Benton County - Macey Dawn Heimsoth

    Wednesday, July 17

    NAME: Macey Dawn Heimsoth BIRTHPLACE: Shawnee Mission Medical Center YEARS IN WARSAW: 14 FAMILY: Mom, Katie; Stepdad, Shane; Dad, Brock; Stepmom, Emily; Brothers, Tyler & Reggie; …

  • Fristoe News

    Wednesday, July 17

    ATTENTION: Antwiler Community Park Old-Fashioned Pie Auction, Saturday, July 20, 2024, 6:00 PM at the Fristoe Community Building! Hot Dogs, chips and bottled water is provided for FREE by current …

  • B.P.O.E. Lodge #2783

    Wednesday, July 17

    Our lodge is non-smoking. Stop by and enjoy our activities. “Dining at the Lodge”: July 19, Burgers, Brats and Hot Dogs, 6:00 PM-7:00 PM, Burgers $7, Brats $7, Hot Dogs $5 July …

  • Down On The Creek

    Wednesday, July 17

    A full moon every night A number of years ago a young couple resided in a large white farm house farther down the creek. They had five very adventuresome children, especially the middle daughter …

  • Word On The Street

    Wednesday, July 17

    What is one thing you'd like to do before summer is over? Go to the trampoline park. -Reed Eierman Go to WonderWorks (in Branson). -Axen Daleske Go out on the lake. …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Wednesday, July 17

    Is anyone surprised about the attempted assassination of The Donald on Saturday? I’m not. If you keep hitting the drum beat “Existential threat” over and over, something like …

  • Financial Focus

    Wednesday, July 17

    When drawing up your estate plans, you might find it useful to create a revocable or irrevocable trust, either of which can help your estate avoid probate court and give you significant control over …

  • Church News

    Wednesday, July 17

    Warsaw Christian Church I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I could wish you were cold or hot. -Revelation 3:15 Jesus writes to the church at Laodicea. Of the seven …

  • Emphasizing The Importance Of Skin Checks

    Wednesday, July 17

    I’m excited to be one of the newest members of the Bothwell Regional Health Center medical team offering a new specialty … dermatology, which is the medical and surgical care of skin. …

  • Blood And Platelet Donors Critically Needed In July

    Wednesday, July 17

    Donors can help hospitals stay prepared to weather challenges this summer This July, the American Red Cross continues to stress that blood and platelet donors are critically needed right now to …

  • Benton County Sheriff's Report

    Wednesday, July 17

    Sheriff’s Report 7/8/24 to 7/14/24 Coy Joshua Thompson of Lincoln, MO was arrested on 7-8-24 on Jackson County warrants and a Benton County warrant and 2 Lee’s Summit warrants for …

  • Accident Report

    Wednesday, July 17

    A Warsaw man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle accident on Route T at Quail Run Drive in Benton County on July 14 at 10:15 AM. According to the Missouri Highway Patrol, the accident occurred …

  • Clinton Man Arrested For Possession Of Child Porn

    Wednesday, July 17

    The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control announces the arrest of Aaron M. Mays, 40, of Clinton, Missouri. Mays was arrested on July 10, 2024, for possession of …

  • BCHS Hears Program On History, Early Days Of Bagnell Dam

    Wednesday, July 17

    Leroy Whitaker, President of the Benton County Historical Society/Museum, welcomed 28 guests to the meeting room of the Boonslick Library on Thursday, July 11 at 6:30 PM. The evening program was …

  • Friends Say Final Farewell To Beauford Wilson

    Wednesday, July 17

    On Tuesday, July 9 family and friends gathered for a memorial service of Beauford Wilson, of Hallsville, Mo, who was tragically murdered on June 29 in Morgan County along Big Buffalo Creek where he …

  • Cole Camp Chamber Makes Plans For Small Town Summer Night

    Wednesday, July 17

    Cole Camp Chamber met Tuesday, July 9 at the German Table. President Dylana Fox called the meeting to order. Following approval of past minutes and Treasurer’s report the group heard a report …

  • BCCF Presents Check To Seniors Of North Benton County

    Wednesday, July 17

    This past week, Board members from the Senior Center of North Benton County received a check for $5,000 to match an amount they have raised for parking lot resurfacing at the center. The matching …

  • Massive Fire At Operation Barbecue Consumes Large Structure

    Wednesday, July 17

    On Monday evening, July 15 the Lakeview heights Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at Operation Barbecue on Golden Acres Road. Upon arrival, the first units found smoke coming out of the eves …

  • Lincoln Chamber Discusses Lack Of Volunteer Help

    Wednesday, July 17

    The Lincoln Chamber met for their July meeting in Lincoln’s City Hall at noon on Wednesday, July 10. President Lindsey Decker called the meeting to order. First up on the agenda was …

  • Prosecutor Addresses New Needs With County Commission

    Wednesday, July 17

    Benton County Prosecuting Attorney Rod Richardson met with the Commissioners to discuss the need for a budget amendment in order to send staff members to training at the July 8 meeting of the Benton …

  • One Of FBI's Most Wanted May Remain In Stover Area

    Wednesday, July 17

    The Stover Police Department says the FBI alerted their Department that Donald Eugene Fields II could be in the area. Fields was placed on the May 2023 most wanted list after allegedly sex …

  • Felon Held For Murder In Beauford Wilson Case

    Wednesday, July 17

    A Morgan County Deputy arrested 50 year-old Chad Armstrong on Friday, July 12. Armstrong is now being held at the Morgan County Detention Center on a no bond warrant. Charges are First degree murder …

  • Familiar Face Will Lead Truman Dam Operations

    Wednesday, July 17

    Warsaw resident Rich Chiles has been named as the new Operations Project Manager of Harry S. Truman Dam & Reservoir. Chiles began his career at HTDR in 1990 while attending college at Missouri …

  • Warsaw's Transportation System Will See Stunning Transformation

    Wednesday, July 17

    Warsaw has been revitalizing its downtown and building up Drake Harbor’s Recreation Area for many years resulting in parks, trails and other outdoor areas to walk, bicycle, and have events. …