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(Update) – Two injured in crash on Frederick

Posted on May 10, 2016May 10, 2016

Two people were transported to the hospital Tuesday after a crash blocked traffic at Frederick and Village Dr.

The St. Joseph Police Department and Buchanan County EMS responded to calls of an injury accident at about 9:45 a.m. at Frederick and Village Drive.

Police said the Black Honda was eastbound on Frederick and the Red car was attempting to turn left into the mall on a flashing yellow arrow and collided with the Honda.

Both drivers, a man in his 70s and a woman in her 30s were transported to Mosaic Life Care for treatment of what police described as minor injuries.

The man was issued a ticket for improper turn.

Here’s your 7-day forecast!

Posted on May 10, 2016

After a brief break, rain and thunderstorms return to the forecast. Here’s the latest from the National Weather Service.

Today: Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 80. South southeast wind 3 to 6 mph.

Tonight: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4am. Patchy fog after 4am. Otherwise, mostly clear, with a low around 62. East southeast wind 5 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 7am. Patchy fog before 7am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. East southeast wind 6 to 11 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Wednesday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. Northwest wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 70. Northwest wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 48.

Friday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 71. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Friday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 61.

Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46.

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

Sunday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Monday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 64. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Mother says slain detective was ‘rock’ of family; suspect shot, arrested after pursuit

Posted on May 10, 2016May 10, 2016

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — The mother of a Kansas City, Kansas, detective who was shot and killed says her son was “the rock of the family.”

A man suspected in the shooting of the detective was shot and arrested after a police pursuit and shootout Monday.

Carolynn Lancaster talked to the Kansas City Star about her son, 39-year-old Brad Lancaster, on Monday.

Lancaster says: “We are a small family but we are strong. He was the rock of the family.”

The newspaper reports Lancaster was a U.S. Air Force veteran who had served two tours of duty overseas, including one in Kuwait.

Police said the detective was shot at least twice about 12:30 p.m. Monday while helping respond to a report of a suspicious person near the Kansas Speedway. He died at a hospital.

A man who’d been sought for questioning in that incident was later wounded and arrested after a shootout with police in neighboring Missouri. Police say the shooter fled in the detective’s car, then carjacked a vehicle with two children inside before abandoning that vehicle, leaving the kids unharmed.

Police sought 28-year-old Curtis Ayers for questioning in the shooting of Det. Lancaster. He ultimately was taken into custody in Kansas City, Missouri, when he crashed his car after exchanging gunfire with officers near U.S. Highway 71 and Bannister Road. He reportedly tried to steal yet another car at that location and allegedly shot the female driver in the arm.

The suspect was shot at least once by police but was expected to survive.

Voters head to the polls for Nebraska primary

Posted on May 10, 2016

Voters go to the polls in Nebraska Tuesday for a primary election.

In southeastern Nebraska there are several contested county commission races being decided by voters.

There are two contested races in for county commissioner in Richardson County. In District Two, incumbent David Sickel faces a primary challenge from fellow Republican James Coonce. And, in District Three, Republican incumbent James Standerford is being challenged by Terry Frank.

In Nemaha County there is another contested Republican primary for county commissioner in the second district. Incumbent Dennis Wittmann faces a challenge by Bryan Mellage.

Missouri Parks, Soils and Water sales tax on November ballot

Posted on May 9, 2016May 9, 2016

Agriculture Director Richard Fordyce stopped at a farm in northwest Missouri Monday to talk about Missouri’s Parks, Soils and Water sales tax, which is up for renewal this year on the November ballot.

Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon had planned to make the announcement with Dir. Fordyce and other agriculture representatives at the Kapp Farm in Andrew County Monday. However, Scott Holste with the governor’s office said Nixon was unable to get to northwest Missouri due to weather.

“Missouri’s farm families have long been innovators and leaders in protecting our soil, air and water. That’s why we were the first state in the nation to pass a Parks, Soils and Water sales tax more than 30 years ago,” Gov. Nixon said in a statement. “Missourians have given this program their support for several decades, and I am confident that support will continue for many years to come.”

A. Dir. Richard Fordyce speaking about Missouri Parks, Soils and Water sales tax. Photo courtesy Scott Holste, Missouri Gov. Press Secretary — Dir. Richard Fordyce speaking about Missouri Parks, Soils and Water sales tax. Photo courtesy Scott Holste, Missouri Gov. Press Secretary

Missouri’s Parks, Soils and Water sales tax was created through a constitutional amendment to support efforts to stop soil erosion and provide funding for the state park system. The tax was first approved by voters in 1984, and has since been reapproved by voters three times in 1988, 1996 and 2006.

The sales tax provides funding for the Missouri Soil and Water Conservation Program, which assists farmers and landowners with soil and water conservation by providing partial reimbursement for a number management practices.

Since the tax was last renewed in 2006, more than 61,000 conservation practices have been implemented through $348 million in cost-share grant projects coordinated by Missouri’s local Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Nixon said to date, more than 177 million tons of soil have been prevented from eroding into Missouri’s streams, rivers and lakes.

The 2016 General Election will be held on Nov. 8, 2016.

Outdoor film to be held at Phil Welch Stadium

Posted on May 9, 2016

The United Way of St. Joseph is hosting a Flick on the Field at Phil Welch Stadium Friday.

A free outdoor showing of the movie SCHOOL OF ROCK will begin around 8:20 p.m.

Gates open at 6:30 p.m. United Way said there will also be a few activities such as t-ball on the field; sidewalk chalk; coloring; bubbles and more.

No outside food or drink is allowed inside the stadium, but concessions will be available.

The agency said the viewing will be held in the grassy area in right field and suggests bringing blankets and/or chairs.

Arrests made at northwest Missouri conservation area after gunshots

Posted on May 9, 2016May 9, 2016

Two arrests and six tickets were issued after an investigation into shots and explosions at a conservation area in northwest Missouri.

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Department, the Missouri State Highway Patrol and Conservation Agents responded April 30 to the Poosey Conservation area.

The sheriff’s department said officers began investigating several people who were allegedly violating laws and rules of the area with multiple gunshots and exploding targets involved.

Samuel J. Southers, 36, Trenton was arrested at the scene. He has been charged in Livingston County with a felony for alleged Unlawful Use of a Weapon while Intoxicated. He has since posted bond and is scheduled for an arraignment for Wednesday.

Joshua A. Verhagen, 30, Trenton was found allegedly hiding from law enforcement during the investigation at the scene. Verhagen was arrested on 2 outstanding arrest warrants, 1 from Grundy County for alleged Passing Bad Check with bond of $500 and a warrant from Caldwell County for alleged criminal Non-Support with bond set at $1,000 cash.

Four people were issued tickets for being on Department of Conservation areas during restricted hours, 1 person for operating a vehicle in area not designated for such use or travel, and 1 person for shooting unauthorized weapon on public range (exploding target). All 4 are scheduled to appear in Livingston County Associate Court on May 25.

Obituaries May 6-7

Posted on May 9, 2016May 11, 2016

Betty (Snapp) Wolfram
1927-2016

Betty (Snapp) Wolfram, 88, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, May 6, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born December 3, 1927 in Holt County, Missouri.
Betty married James S. Wolfram on April 12, 1947.
She worked for Whitaker Cable for five years and the Missouri Methodist Hospital as a PBX operator for five years.
Betty was a member of Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and enjoyed gatherings with her friends from Country Squire. She collected knick-knacks, especially Precious Moments. In her earlier years, she enjoyed taking her sons mushroom hunting.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John W. and Bessie B. (Prussman) Snapp; husband, James; two sisters; and two brothers. Survivors include daughter, Judy Roderick (Ron); sons, Mike Wolfram (Carol), Stephen Wolfram, Bill Wolfram, all of St, Joseph, Missouri and John Wolfram, Amity, Missouri; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; brothers, Oren Snapp, St. Joseph, Missouri and Robert Snapp (Betty), Savannah, Missouri; sister, Twyla Ritter, Seattle, Washington; and numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Mattie Mae Tyes
1943-2016

Mattie Mae Tyes 72, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, May 6, 2016. She was born November 12, 1943 in Caruthersville, MO. Mattie was preceded in death by mother, Pearlie Mae Burner, daughter, Debbie Tyes, granddaughter, Jackie Tyes. Survivors include, Son Paul Tyes, 8 grandchildren: Jeremiah, Joseph, JaNeal, Jared, Diamond, Paul Jr., Debbreona, and Jayden Tyes, eleven, great grandchildren, and she had several, brothers and sisters. The family will receive friends from 2-3PM Saturday, with funeral services to be conducted at 3:00 pm, on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at Davis Temple #2 Church, Plattsburg, Missouri, with Elder Carl Grayson officiating. The Interment will be at the Mount Washington Cemetery, Plattsburg, Missouri. Memorials are requested to the Mattie Tyes Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Luella Marie Reilly
1952-2016

Luella M Reilly, 63, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, May 7, 2016 at a St. Joseph Health Care Center. She was born September 16, 1952 in St Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Annabell and Harold McConnell. She graduated from Lafayette High School. She worked at Community Action Partnership as a Adult Education Teacher and AAA as a travel agent. She loved spending time with her grand kids & family & family dinners, and she was a Christian. Luella was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Brian Reilly, brother, Floyd McConnell. Survivors include, sons, Jeremiah (Bobbi Collings) Robertson of Savannah, MO, Joshua L (Danielle Kennon) Robertson of Saint Joseph, MO, and Buck William (Alison DaSilva) Robertson of Saint Joseph, MO, grandchildren: Hunter Robertson, Makaylee Robertson, William Wallace Robertson, brother, Terry McConnell of St. Joseph, MO, sister, and Evelyn Jungk of St. Joseph, MO.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home with Richard Bradley officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The interment will be at the Fillmore Cemetery.

Jerry Myers
1943-2016

Jerry Myers, 72, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born October 2, 1943 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Jerry lived in Chicago for 30 years working as a carpenter. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid Bears and Cubs fan and loved his grandchildren very much.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Myers; and two brothers, Robert and Floyd.
Survivors include children, JD Myers (Beth) and Jeff Myers (Angie); six grandchildren, Ashley, Tristan and Tucker Myers, Chris, Matt and Lindsey Smith; one great-grandchild, Olivia Werner; two sisters, Sharon Bosch and Betty Butler; and mother, Hazel (Long) Myers.
Farewell Services 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, Sparta United Methodist Church. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the American Heart Association. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Police continue to investigate weekend shooting at bar in downtown

Posted on May 9, 2016May 9, 2016

The St. Joseph Police Department is continuing to investigate a shooting outside a downtown bar that sent a man to the hospital this weekend.

As of 9:30 Monday morning police did not have anyone in custody after a 23-year-old was shot outside Club Flatline located at 615 Felix St. Saturday around 1:30 a.m.

Capt. Jeff Wilson said a large disturbance resulted in the shooting which resulted in an even bigger disturbance. The victim was transported to Mosaic Life Care with a gunshot wound to his leg.

Officers were called in to handle crowd control. An officer broke his arm while trying to break-up the crowd.

No one was reported to have been arrested at the scene. The investigation continues.

More rain on the way; here’s your 7-day forecast

Posted on May 9, 2016

Showers and thunderstorms are possible today and tonight.

Here’s your seven-day forecast from the National Weather Service.

Today: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. South southeast wind 10 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Tonight: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. South southeast wind 12 to 17 mph decreasing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. East southeast wind 5 to 7 mph becoming south in the afternoon.

Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. East southeast wind 5 to 8 mph.

Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming west northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 50.

Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 69.

Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 48.

Friday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 71. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 45.

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 62.

Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45.

Sunday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. Chance of precipitation is 30%.