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Chance of rain tonight and tomorrow

Posted on March 22, 2017

Rain returns late tonight through tomorrow evening. The best chance is in areas east of I-29 and along/north of I-70. Thunderstorms are expected back in the area Friday morning through Saturday evening. Some storms could be strong to severe. Here’s the 7-day forecast from the National Weather Service:

Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 55. East southeast wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Tonight: Patchy drizzle with a slight chance of showers after 2 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. East southeast wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Thursday: Areas of drizzle with a chance of showers before 8 a.m., then a chance of showers between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. South southeast wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. South wind 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Friday: Showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m. High near 70. South wind 11 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Friday Night: Showers and thunderstorms before 8 p.m., then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 8 p.m. Low around 52. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Saturday: Showers likely, mainly after 2 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 65. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Saturday Night: Showers likely, mainly before 8 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high near 63.

Sunday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 8 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Monday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Monday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44.

Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 64.

CDBGs on the budget chopping block; programs have helped fund elevators and water towers across rural America

Posted on March 21, 2017

Mo-Kan Regional Council serves six counties in NW Mo. and NE Ks.

If it’s passed as written, the Administration’s current federal budget proposal would take a dramatic toll on some very important lifelines in rural America. That’s the word from Tom Bliss, the Executive Director of the Mo-Kan Regional Council, a group that assists communities with grant support for large infrastructure projects.

The budget would end the support we get from USDA Rural Development, Community Development Block Grants and the Economic Development Administration.

The loss would have a substantial impact, not so much on his organization but on the region as a whole, Bliss said. “In particular the Community Development Block Grant, or CDGB, is one of the few tools that small towns and rural counties have to make infrastructure improvements.”

Bliss said over the last few years, CDGB funding has helped pay for a myriad of projects in small towns and counties across the region, from new elevators at the courthouses in Andrew and Clinton County, Missouri, and in Atchison County, Missouri. It helped bring a new water tower and brand new water pipes to Maysville, new streets to Stewartsville, a wastewater project to Osborn, Early-Learning Childhood Center in Savannah and a Head Start in Cameron.

This is one of the few federal programs where you actually see your federal tax dollars come back to your town, Bliss said, and they impact you on a daily basis.

“Every time someone turns on their tap in Maysville, Missouri, their federal tax dollars are being brought back to their town,” Bliss said. “Every time someone drives to the school in Stewartsville, their tax dollars are being brought back to their town to improve their quality of life.”

Every state has this block-grant program, and Bliss said every state utilizes it in different ways.

“For instance, in Nebraska they use it to build entry-level homes, to improve downtown sidewalks and streets, and roads, and waste-water systems, to build water towers,” he said.

“These are the types of things that rural America needs to survive.”

Bliss insists that such federal funding is not a handout. Typically these grant projects are bundled with long-term loans or some other sort of financing.

“They give to the point where it hurts in some of these small towns,” Bliss said, “so, it’s not a handout, it’s a way to close the financing gap on critical infrastructure projects.”

The budget proposal announced last week traded a $54 billion boost for the military for dramatic cuts to domestic programs like medical research, community development, foreign aid, and a slew of other programs.

Maysville teacher accused of inappropriately touching students

Posted on March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

A teacher in northwest Missouri is facing 20 felony charges for allegedly touching several girls inappropriately.

Rodney Thomas, 39 of Cameron is charged in DeKalb County with nine felony counts of sexual contact with a student, one felony for first-degree sodomy or attempted sodomy, one felony for second-degree statutory sodomy, seven felonies for attempted enticement of a child, and two felonies for enticement or attempted enticement of a child. Charges listed dates from 2014 to 2017.

According to court documents, Thomas is a Maysville Jr. High math teacher and wrestling coach.

In February, the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office said it was contacted by Maysville R-1 School District Superintendent, Dr. Robert Smith, in reference to allegations of one of the teachers at the school inappropriately touching students.

The court documents allege 10 female victims ranging in age of 13 to 17 and two witnesses were interviewed by the Northwest Children’s Advocacy Center in St. Joseph. All of whom are or were students in the district.

Thomas has been arrested is being held on $150,000 bail. Conditions of posting bail include no contact with Maysville school students.

Thomas is currently still employed with the district but has been suspended for the duration of the investigation. The district plans to release a statement at a later time.

Obituaries March 15-18

Posted on March 21, 2017

Charles “Charlie” Carder Borchardt
1935-2017

Charles “Charlie” Carder Borchardt, 81, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born September 15, 1935 in St. Joseph Missouri to Dr. E.A. and Lucile(Carder) Borchardt, who preceded him in death.
Charlie is survived by his wife Jessie Killian whom he married on October 4, 1958.
He graduated from Central High School, Class of 1953. He was employed by Swift and Company, Spector Sporting Goods, Townsend and Wall and retired from Wyeth & Company.
He enjoyed fishing and having coffee with his buddies.
Additional survivors include sons, Jeffrey (Jill), Tracy (Shelley), David (Destine); grandchildren, Brittany, Niklas, Tabitha (Chase), Kali (Tyler), Megan, Heather, Cade, Kyle; one great-granddaughter, Zoey; brother, Richard Borchardt (Donna); nephews, Matt and Rick.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to St. Jude’s Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Aileen Hunter
1931-2017

Aileen Hunter, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 in her home, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on February 12, 1931 in Wathena, Kansas to Newton, Sr. and Emma (Weber) Toney, who preceded her in death.
Aileen married George Hunter on May 14,1950, he preceded her in death July 22, 2006.
She was a member of Brookdale Presbyterian Church and the St. Joseph Lioness Club, and was a Girl Scout Leader.
Aileen enjoyed gardening, cooking and caring for her family. She made lots of friends at Corby Place Senior Living Center. Aileen was a loving and “mischievous” mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt.
She was also preceded in death by her sister, Maxine Allen and brothers, Warren, Newton, Jr. and Ronald Toney.
Survivors include daughter, Jennifer Hunter; son, Randy Hunter (Gladys); grandchildren, Jacob, Amber, Stephen, Shane Hunter and Terrence Fleck; nine great-grandchildren; and her cat Lucy.
Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, Brookdale Presbyterian Church. Inurnment Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Phillip Gene “Phil” Roland
1938-2017

Phillip Gene “Phil” Roland, 79, formerly of Severance, passed away at his Potter, Kansas home Thursday, March 16, 2017.
Phil was born January 2, 1938, at his parents’ home in Severance, one of eleven children born to John and Katie Foster Roland and had lived at Severance nearly all of his life where he graduated from Severance High School. He worked at various jobs during his working life: manager of at TG&Y in Kansas City, unloading grain trucks at Denton Co-op, and summers for the Noxious Weed Department for Doniphan County. He moved to Potter to make his home to be near his son in 2011.
He was a member of the Potter Community Church. Phil had served on the board for Oak Hill Cemetery, Severance for a number of years.
Survivors include six children: Marci Alexander, Phil (Mary) Roland, Randy (Deania) Roland, Jerry (Carrie) Harris, Tamara (Joe) Falvella, Sandra (Greg) Booker; a sister Phyllis Higley; 19 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
Phil was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers; 6 sisters, a grandson, and a great-granddaughter.
Funeral services are planned for 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 21, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland, with Pastor Mike Jones, of Potter Community Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery, Severance.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Monday where the family will meet from 6 until 8 that evening.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Project Concern of Atchison County, sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.

Dan Phillip Mengel
1941-2017
Dan Phillip Mengel, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, March 16, 2017. He was born January 10, 1941 to Charles and Ella Mengel. He is preceded in death by his parents, and sisters Esther Holmes and Hilda Hampton. Survivors include sister, Neva Baker and brother, Ben Mengel(Carol). Natural farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory.

Sharon L. Krickbaum
1939-2017

Sharon L. Krickbaum, 77, St. Joseph, Missouri, formerly of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away Friday, March 17, 2017 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born in Omaha, Nebraska on July 27, 1939 to Eric and Dorothy (Schad) Olson.
Sharon earned Bachelor’s degrees in Journalism and Spanish and enjoyed working as a journalist and teacher. She loved anything Nebraska, especially the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Sharon was smart, sassy and didn’t know a stranger. She was always interested in getting to know those she met and had a way of making them feel special.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; and her former husband, Dr. John Krickbaum.
Survivors include daughter, Carol Lance (Randy Williams); son, Kurt Krickbaum (Mary Margaret Ambler); grandson, Jeremy Lance and granddaughter, Jordan Garrison (Eddie).
The family will gather with friends 1:00 to 4:00 P.M., Sunday, March 19th, 4602 Brookwood Terrace, St. Joseph, Missouri, 64506. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Children’s Mercy Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Nellie Pauline Chance
1923-2017

Nellie Pauline Chance, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, March 17, 2017.
She was born December 25, 1923 in French Bottoms, St. Joseph, Missouri to Albert and Emma (Wehrman) Chance, who preceded her in death.
Nellie was a graduate of Lafayette High School and Johnson Business School. She was a bookkeeper and retired from Beatrice Foods.
She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and Zion Evangelical Church.
Nellie enjoyed sewing, cooking, reading and traveling.
She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Theodore and Frederick Chance; sisters, Elaine Blachly and Freda Freeman.
Survivors include nieces, Kathy Daly (John), Patty Eberly (Chris), Katrina Watkins (Richard), Debi Free (Virgil); nephews, Donald (Sherry), Victor, Brian (Joyce) and Chris Chance; numerous great nieces and nephews.
Farewell Graveside Services & Interment 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, Ashland Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The American Red Cross or Zion Evangelical Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Dorothy Lucille Hall
1923-2017

Dorothy Lucille Hall, 94, of Powhattan, passed away March 17, 2017, at Hiawatha Community Hospital, surrounded by her family. She previously had been a resident of Maple Heights Nursing Home in Hiawatha.
Lucille was born March 12, 1923, at Coffeyville, Kansas, one of six children born to Robert Francis and Nelle Douglas Martin Riley. She grew up in Neodesha where she attended schools and graduated high school there prior to attending Coffeyville Community College. Lucille worked at defense plants in Neodesha and Desoto for a time. She was granted an emergency teaching license and taught in Powhattan school system a few years. She drove a school bus many years starting in 1968 until the mid 1980’s for Powhattan and later Kickapoo Nation Schools before retiring.
Mrs. Hall was a longtime member of the Powhattan United Methodist Church; of the Order of Easter Star of Powhattan before it disbanded. She enjoyed attending Horton Senior Citizens activities. Lucille enjoyed being out of doors gardening, and experimenting raising iris of all kinds. She also enjoyed baking and cooking.
She married Irl E. Wall, Jr., September 2, 1942. They were later divorced. She married Norman Lee Hall May 25, 1947. They farmed and raised livestock near Powhattan all of their married life. He died February 26, 2000. She was also preceded in death by her parents; brothers Earl, Leo, Gene, Wayne; grandson Lance; and granddaughter Kristal.
Lucille is survived by three sons: Fred Hall (Charlott) of Robinson, Robert Hall (Paula) of Effingham, James Hall (Carla) of Powhattan; a daughter Judy Hall of Hiawatha; six granddaughters; two grandsons; eleven great-grandchildren; with three great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving is a sister Lois Johnson of Austin, Texas.
A Celebration of Lucille’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 22, at the Powhattan United Methodist Church, with Pastor Kevin Rea officiating. Interment will follow at Powhattan Cemetery.
Family will meet with friends from 6 until 8 Tuesday evening at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Powhattan United Methodist Church which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

Jack Earl Stewart
1957-2017
Jack Earl Stewart, 60, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday March 18, 2017.
Jack was born February 8,1957 to Earl and Betty Stewart. They preceded him in death.
Survivors include; son, Shaun Stewart; daughter, Stephanie Geary; brother, Jeff Stewart; sister, Dorothy Frank; and 2 grandchildren.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory.

Edwena Louise Scaliatine
1962-2017

Edwena Louise Thompson Scaliatine, 54, of Hiawatha, died Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Mosiac Healthcare in St. Joseph, Missouri, surrounded by her family. She previously had been a resident of Wathena Healthcare and Rehab.
She was born an only child April 16, 1962, in Kansas City, Kansas. While growing up in the Kansas City area, she attended Turner High School. She and her daughter moved to Hiawatha to make their home in 2002, with Melissa moving here in 2005.
Edwena was a homemaker, dedicated to raising her two daughters, her pride and joy.
Surviving are her daughters Krystal Scaliatine, Melissa Kampmeier, both of Hiawatha; two grandsons: Alex and Johnathan.
Edwena was preceded in death her mother Judith Mae Meikle.
Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Life service to be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions are suggested to help with funeral costs, sent in care of Hiawatha National Bank, 205 S First St., Hiawatha 66434.
Chapel Oaks Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Margaret “Marge” Upshaw
1930-2017

Margaret “Marge” Upshaw, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, March 18, 2017.
She was born May 25, 1930 in Bolton, Kansas to Earl and Grace (Stoker) Barragar, who preceded her in death.
Marge married Ralph Upshaw April 10, 1948 he preceded her in death July 11, 2015.
She was a nurse’s aid at Sisters Hospital, volunteered at Parkway Elementary Preschool and later worked in the kitchen at St. Paul Lutheran Church.
Marge enjoyed cooking and loved spending time with her grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by her brother, Meredith Barragar.
Survivors include daughters, Connie King (Wayne), Lisa Reece (Brian); four grandchildren, Chad King (Shannon), Brad King, (Katie), Shawn King (Jamie), Zachary Reece; ten great-grandchildren; sisters, Jean Smith and Millie Melander; brother, Everett Barragar (Marilyn); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Cory Thompson
1971-2017

Cory Thompson, 45, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, March 18, 2017.
He was born November 19, 1971 in Denver, Colorado to Harry Thompson and Bette (Clouser) O’Donnell.
Cory enjoyed fishing and boating. He was an avid Chiefs and Royals fan.
He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Thompson; brother, David Thompson; grandparents, Art and Delora Thompson, Kathryn and Wes Nickell, and grandfather Charles “Pint” Clouser; nephew, C.J. Thompson; cousins, Michael and Mason Adams.
Survivors include his mother, Bette O’Donnell, son, Cameron Thompson (Shawna), granddaughter, Lilly Jean; brothers, Chuck (Loorrie), Shane (Jamie), Shawn (Carrel), Jeremy (Kathy) and Shannon Thompson (Linda); companion, Angie Weber; his loving dog, Kila; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday 1:00 P.M. at his mother’s home, 708 Lakeshore Drive, Rushville, Missouri 64484. The family request donations to Family Guidance Center. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Kansas’ 2016 oil production the lowest in ten years

Posted on March 21, 2017

The State of Kansas produced just 37.9 million barrels of crude oil last year, according to the latest numbers from the Kansas Geological Survey.

If borne out by tax figures from the Revenue Department, that would be the state’s lowest annual production total since 2007.

According to KGS, Ellis County produced 2.67 million barrels of crude last year to lead the state. Harper County was next at 2.01 million. Barton County weighed in with 2016 production of 1.73 million barrels.

Haskell (1.72M) and Finney Counties (1.67M) were next, followed by Russell County with 1.62 million barrels, and Stafford County at 1.1 million barrels.

In 2015, Kansas ranked 10th in crude oil production among the 50 states, excluding the federal offshore areas, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Man accused of child sex crime

Posted on March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

A St. Joseph man is accused of a sex crime with a 16-year-old.

William Marshall, 41 is charged in Buchanan County with a felony of first-degree sodomy or attempted sodomy.

According to court documents, earlier this month Marshall is accused of performing oral sexual activities with a 16-year-old girl.

“The defendant has a prior arrest for trespass, false imprisonment with violence, and inflect corporal injuries on a spouse,” said Det. Briana Mendell with the St. Joseph Police Department.

Marshall is being held on $25,000 bail. An arraignment is scheduled for Friday.

Sheriff: Man hospitalized after allegedly swallowing dope

Posted on March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office said a suspect was hospitalized over the weekend after allegedly swallowing dope after a traffic stop.

Sheriff Steve Cox said Saturday shortly before 7:30 p.m. a deputy was in Utica and saw a suspicious vehicle with out of state tags. The vehicle briefly eluded the deputy and was then stopped for a traffic violation. Cox said two men, both wanted on probation parole violations were inside the car.

“The driver was found to be in possession of alleged methamphetamine as a baggy was placed on the hood of the car,” Cox said. “The suspect was being arrested when he reportedly resisted arrest, grabbed the baggy and then swallowed it.”

Cox said the suspect continued to resist arrest and was eventually handcuffed and then taken to Hedrick Medical Center for treatment after swallowing the baggy. The man was later transferred to a Kansas City hospital for further treatment.

“A report is being submitted to the prosecuting attorney and probation/parole,” Cox said.

Temperatures in the 50s through Wednesday

Posted on March 21, 2017

More normal temperature are expected today and tomorrow before climbing back above normal for the end of the work week through the weekend. There’s a small chance for a few scattered showers today and tomorrow, but the best chance for widespread showers and storms is Thursday through Saturday. The potential for severe weather is low at this time. Here’s the 7-day forecast from the National Weather Service:

Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 58. Northeast wind 10 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Northeast wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Wednesday: A slight chance of rain and snow showers before 10 a.m., then a slight chance of rain showers between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50. East northeast wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Wednesday Night: A chance of showers after 1 a.m. Cloudy, with a low around 41. East southeast wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Thursday: A chance of showers, mainly before 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 65. Southeast wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55.

Friday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1 p.m., then showers and thunderstorms likely after 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Friday Night: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Saturday: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40.

Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high near 60.

Sunday Night: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Monday: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 65. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

(Update) I-29 traffic resumes after crash injures two

Posted on March 20, 2017March 20, 2017

(Update 4:50 p.m.) – I-29 traffic is back to normal travel after a crash involving a Trooper.

Sgt. Jake Angle with the Missouri State Highway Patrol said around 12 p.m. dispatch was notified of a person driving a small red car careless and imprudently on northbound I-29 around the 40 mile marker. A few minutes later, around 12:05 p.m. Angle said Frederick Kline of Faucett who was driving the 2002 Red Saturn Ion drove into the rear of 2015 F-150 being operated by Trooper Dustin Lyle of St. Joseph.

“That vehicle struck the rear of the 2015 Ford F-150 causing the driver to lose control, travel through the median and overturn onto the driver’s side. The striking vehicle, also traveled through the median and came to rest on its wheels,” Angle said.

Kline was transported to Mosaic Life Care for treatment of what was described as serious injuries. Lyle was treated and released for minor injuries.

Sgt. Angle said Trooper Lyle was not looking for the vehicle at the time of the crash but was just driving northbound on I-29 when the incident took place.

Traffic was slowed for nearly five hours in the area. Angle said the crash is still under investigation by the MSHP crash team.

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(Update 4 p.m.) Traffic backed up for several hours on I-29 south of St. Joseph as crews work crash.

Patrick Kane was driving in the area and reported to the St. Joseph Post that both south and northbound traffic moving slow after a crash on I-29 near the 41 mile marker. Kane said there appeared to be a two vehicles involved in the crash. As of 1:15 p.m. traffic was slow going in both north and southbound lanes. Shortly before 4 p.m. traffic was still backed up in that area.

Sgt. Jake Angle with the Missouri State Highway Patrol said a crash team is investigating. The number of people injured and severity of injuries was not readily available.

As we learn more we will update this post.

DWI checks in northwest Missouri result in arrests and warnings

Posted on March 20, 2017March 20, 2017

Sobriety operations were held over the weekend in Buchanan and Nodaway counties

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, in Buchanan County a DWI saturation was held from 7 p.m. Friday to 3 a.m. Saturday. Officers made three DWI arrests, one felony warrant arrest, one arrest for minor in possession, and two misdemeanor drug arrests. They also issued 20 tickets and 64 warnings.

In Nodaway County a checkpoint was held from 10 p.m. Saturday to 2 a.m. Sunday. As a result, officers made contact with 215 vehicles and issued 34 warnings.

“There is no room for impaired drivers on Missouri roadways. If you choose to drink and drive, you will lose,” said Captain James McDonald, commanding officer of Troop H. “If your plans include consuming alcohol, have a sober designated driver.”