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Northeast Kan. man injured in hunting accident recovering

Posted on November 12, 2014November 12, 2014

HOLTON, Kan. (AP) — A 56-year-old Holton man who is recovering from a hunting accident says a 12-year-old boy’s quick thinking saved his life.

Jerry Valdez is recovering at the intensive care unit of Salina Regional Health Center after being accidentally shot in the back Nov. 2 while hunting near Clay Center.

A statement released Tuesday by Valdez’s wife, Rogene Valdez, says he is making steady progress. She says when her husband was able to talk after being removed from a ventilator on Nov. 7, he said he didn’t know what to do after the accident and the boy saved his life. Details of the boy’s actions and his relationship to Valdez were not released.

The Salina Journal reports Valdez is expected to make a full recovery.

ARRRRR you ready for auditions?

Posted on November 12, 2014

Auditions will be held for the Missoula Children’s Theatre production of BLACKBEARD THE PIRATE Monday, December 1, at Lindbergh Elementary School.

Among the roles to be cast are Blackbeard and his crew of bearded Pirates, Sailors of the High Seas, cranky Crabs and Crocodiles, magical Mermaids and Seaweed Creatures, Parrots and even a group of Beach Bums! Students, ages Kindergarten through 12th grade, are encouraged to audition.

No advance preparation is necessary. Assistant Directors will also be cast to aid in rehearsals throughout the week and to take on essential backstage responsibilities.

The producers urge you to arrive at 4:00 PM to fill out the audition information sheet. Those auditioning should plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of the cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the auditions.

Missoula Children’s Theatre touring productions are complete with costumes, scenery, props and makeup. The MCT Tour Actor/Directors will conduct rehearsals throughout the week from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM each day.

The performance of BLACKBEARD THE PIRATE will be presented on Saturday, December 6 at Lindbergh Elementary. The Missoula Children’s Theatre residency in Saint Joseph is presented locally by the Performing Arts Association with support from Triumph Foods, the Allied Arts Fund and the Missouri Arts Council, a state agency.

For more information, call Beth Sharp, 816-279-1225

Sheriff: Northeast Kansas boys recover from train collision

Posted on November 12, 2014November 12, 2014

EUDORA, Kan. (AP) — Authorities in eastern Kansas say two 16-year-old boys have been released from the hospital after being struck by a train on a railroad bridge.

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Lt. Steve Lewis tells The Lawrence Journal-World on Tuesday that both teens have been discharged but one will have to return for additional surgery on a broken bone.

Lewis says the boys from Lawrence and Eudora were hanging out on the bridge Nov. 1 and couldn’t move quickly enough to avoid the train. Their identities haven’t been released.

Deputies are investigating the collision.

Farm tractor sales steady, combine sales plummet

Posted on November 12, 2014

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Sales of combines plummeted in October in the United States, but sales of farm tractors remained steady.

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers reported Tuesday in its monthly snapshot that the number of tractor sales for the month remained unchanged at 19,528 when compared with the same month a year ago. Strong sales of two-wheel drive tractors offset declines in the sales of their four-wheel drive counterparts.

Overall total sales of farm tractors to date are up 4.1 percent for the first 10 months of the year, with some 179,923 tractors sold in the United States.

But farmers bought just 583 combines in October, representing a drop of 49.3 percent when compared with the same month a year ago. Combine sales are down 21.3 percent so far this year.

Jail escapee, girlfriend in custody, facing numerous charges

Posted on November 12, 2014November 12, 2014

27-year-old Jasen Wright flees Mercer County Jail — 27-year-old Jasen Wright fled the Mercer County Jail in mid October

PRINCETON- The Mercer County Sheriff’s office reports a man who walked away from the courthouse and has been on the lam for weeks is back in custody. Jasen Brent Logan Wright was arrested in Gallatin, when Daviess County authorities checked the home of his girlfriend Mamie Hayes.

Hayes was also arrested, and is in custody under $15,000 bond on one count of Hindering Prosecution of a Felony, which is a class-D felony.

Both are being held at the Daviess/Dekalb County Regional Jail. Wright will be returned to Mercer County on new charges of Escape from Confinement and Tampering with Electronic Monitoring Equipment.

A warrant was issued for Failure to Appear on October 15 after Wright failed to show up for a probation-violation hearing . Wright was placed on probation in May for his guilty plea to domestic-assault charges as a prior offender.

Education leaders fear cuts in school funding

Posted on November 11, 2014

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas education leaders fear a new revenue forecast requiring the state to make $278 million in cuts for the current fiscal year will result in a school funding reduction.

The Topeka Capital-Journal reports the state’s fiscal situation is expected to be discussed at a Kansas Board of Education meeting on Wednesday. Board member Janet Waugh says education spending in the state already is down to the bare bones.

State Department of Education officials say they don’t think Brownback or the Legislature plans to cut K-12 spending because of statements they have made that indicated education would not be targeted.

Brownback’s budget director announced more than $100 million in proposed savings during the fall gubernatorial campaign, and said an additional list of $50 million in cuts would be revealed soon.

Obituaries for November 11, 2014

Posted on November 11, 2014

PRAIRIEVILLE, La. – Mary Helen White, 74, formerly of St. Joseph, died Sunday, November 9, 2014 in her home in Prairieville.
She was born October 31, 1940 to Mauricio and Francis (Cruz) Barbosa in St. Joseph.
Mary married Jerrol “Jerry” White on December 1,1962. He preceded her in death on September 18, 2005.
She worked at Steven’s Hats, Barbosa’s Mexican Restaurant, and was a salesclerk later in life.
Mrs. White was also preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; Pelen E.C. Barbosa and Merced Barbosa, and a sister; Lupe Cathcart.
Survivors: daughter, Lisa White Clark (Will); and two grandchildren, Trey and Ella Clark, Prairieville; four brothers; Jesse Barbosa (Wanda), St. Joseph, Jason Barbosa, Maryville, Mo., Faustino Barbosa, St. Joseph, Rick Barbosa (Norma), Virginia Beach, Va.; five sisters, Bernie Ceglenski (Mike), Helena, Julia Burris, St. Joseph; Christina Torres (Carlos), Austin, Texas; Ruth Curtain, St. Joseph; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Mass of Christian Burial: 10 a.m., Saturday, November 15, 2014, St. Patrick Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Parish Rosary 7 p.m. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Charles L. Mears, 91, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2014 at his home.
He was born January 10, 1923 in St. Joseph, to O.C. and Mary (Finney) Mears.
Charles was a graduate of the Benton High School Class of 1941 in which he played for the team that went on to win the Basketball State Championship. Upon graduation, he became the market reporter for the News-Press and The Gazette. Later, he became the Livestock Market and Financial Editor until his retirement after 44 years.
In 1943 he served as a teletype operator for 25 months in the Aleutian Islands during World War II. His medium bomber squadron was the first aerial combat unit to go overseas after the declaration of war. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon.
Charles married Esther Rapp in Joplin, Mo., preceding his deployment. They were able to celebrate their 69th anniversary before her death in 2011.
Charles loved his church and was a faithful member of the King Hill Baptist congregation where he served as an usher.
He was preceded in death by his parents, O.C. and Mary Mears; wife, Esther Mears; two sisters, Irene Dittemore (Emery) and Mildred Noel (Frank); and two nephews, Tommy Noel and Billy Dittemore.
Charles is survived by a son, Charlie Mears (Marty); two grandchildren, Scott Mears (Adriana) and Shelly Mears; and five great- grandchildren, Melanie and Steven Mears, Mason and Max and Mia Scheidler.
Above all, Charles loved his family. He was a loving and supporting husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Family gatherings were extremely important to him. Up until his death, he actively attended and supported his great-grandchildren’s church, school, and sporting events. Many priceless memories have been created over the years. We will all miss him very much and will continue to keep him in our hearts forever.
Services: 1 p.m., Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Entombment Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5 p.m., Thursday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to King Hill Baptist Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Maxwell L. Reynolds, 94, passed away November 10, 2014.
Maxwell was born on September 30, 1920 in Agency, Mo., to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Reynolds.
He grew up in Agency and graduated from Agency High School.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Ellis Reynolds and his parents.
He was inducted in the Army October 22, 1942.
Private services at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Arrangements Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel.

ST. JOSEPH – Lawrence Neal Sadler, 85, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2014 in a St. Joseph hospital.
He was born June 1, 1929 in St. Joseph, son of Gouelda and Clarence Sadler. He graduated from Benton high school (1947) and served in the United States Army. He worked at Lehr Construction for many years as a carpenter. He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church.
Neal was preceded in death by wife, Elizabeth Ann Sadler; his parents; and a grandchild.
Survivors include: four daughters, Janet Hedges and husband Marion “Shorty” of Cape Coral, Fla., Diana Higgins and husband Stephen of Presque Isle, Ma., and Rhonda Blaylock and husband Kim of St. Joseph, and Valerie Sadler of St. Joseph; a son, Jeffrey Sadler and wife Holly of St. Joseph; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a brother, Galen (Teri) Sadler of Florida.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., on Friday, November 14, 2014 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Rev. James Barnett officiating. The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m., on Thursday at Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to theWesley United Methodist Church, Wounded Warriors, or Pets for Vets. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

HIAWATHA, Kan. – Pamela Martin Morey Krause, 59, died Monday, November 10, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Services: 10 a.m., Friday, Chapel Oaks, Hiawatha. Interment The Rose Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Chapel Oaks Funeral Home Hiawatha. Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – James Alfred Peck, 74, passed away Sunday November 9, 2014 at a St. Joseph hospital. He was born April 18, 1940 in Dekalb, Mo., son of Dorothy and William Peck. He married Nellie Peck on February 14, 2013. He graduated from DeKalb high school, and served in the United States Army. He worked at Standard Oil as a Oil Distributor, and worked in light construction.
James was preceded in death by his brother, John R. Peck; and his parents,
He is survived by wife, Nellie Peck of the home; daughter, Dana Peck of Kansas City, Mo.; step-children from a from a previous wife, Laura Graham, Chris Osborn, and David Baldwin; granddaughter, Jackie L. Glidewell of Kansas City; six step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and a brother, William L. Peck of St. Joseph.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at 2 p.m., at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., Wednesday prior to the service. He has been cremated under the direction of Rupp Funeral Home. The inurnment will be at the Agency Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Kan. man hospitalized after car vaults field entrance, overturns

Posted on November 11, 2014

BALDWIN CITY – A Kansas man was injured in an accident just after 3 p.m. on Tuesday in Douglas County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2007 Dodge Caliber driven by
Dylan Sage, 20, Ottawa, was westbound on U.S. 56 four miles east of Baldwin City.

The vehicle crossed left of center, drifted off the left shoulder, vaulted a field drive entrance and over turned.

Sage was transported to Olathe Medical Center.
The KHP reported he was properly restrained at the time of the accident.

Walk For The Homeless this Friday

Posted on November 11, 2014

The third annual Walk for the Homeless will start at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14 at Sixth and Messanie Streets in downtown St. Joseph. Organizers hope to raise awareness and benefit the Social Welfare Board’s Friends of the Free Clinic Fund.

The walk is co-sponsored by the Organization of Student Social Workers at Missouri Western State University and other campus departments as well as local businesses and organizations.

The walk will follow the migration path of the homeless to agencies downtown where they can receive assistance, including the Salvation Army, Haven/Juda House, the Social Welfare Board, the YWCA, United Way and several more. The route is a little over two miles long.

There is no fee to join the walk. There is a $15 registration fee to receive a t-shirt and enjoy a barbecue dinner. To register, go to the Friends of the Free Clinic page on the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri’s website: cfnwmo.org/donate/friends-of-the-free-clinic-fund.

The Walk for the Homeless is sponsored by the Missouri Western Organization of Student Social Workers, Center for Multicultural Education and Department of Criminal Justice, Legal Studies and Social Work, as well as Summers Motors, Family Guidance Center for Behavioral Healthcare, Custom Truck & Equipment, Hy-Vee and the Social Welfare Board.

Chiefs announce roster moves

Posted on November 11, 2014

The Kansas City Chiefs announced several roster moves on Tuesday to shore up the team’s injured offense.

The club has elevated running back Charcandrick West from the practice squad to the 53-man roster and signed tight end Phillip Supernaw.

Additionally, the Chiefs have signed tight end Adam Schiltz to the practice squad.

Tight end Demetrius Harris and running back Cyrus Gray were placed on injured reserve. Gray, a special teams standout, will miss the rest of the season after tearing an ALC in the third quarter of Sunday’s 17-13 victory over Buffalo. Harris, a former basketball player in college, broke his foot during warmups prior to the game.

West (5-10, 205) originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2014. He has spent nine weeks on the club’s practice squad this season. West played collegiately at Abilene Christian where he saw action in 39 games, recording 2,098 yards on 347 rushes with 28 touchdowns. He added 71 catches for 1,007 yards and seven touchdown receptions. West prepped at Springhill High School in Springhill, Louisiana.

Supernaw (6-5, 248) has played in four games in two NFL seasons with the Baltimore Ravens (2014) and Houston Texans (2013). He spent time on both the Texans and the Ravens practice squads. He originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with Houston in 2012. Supernaw was a four-year starter at Ouachita Baptist, seeing action in 40 career games (38 starts). He caught 64 passes for 710 yards and 10 touchdowns. He prepped at James E. Taylor High School in Katy, Texas.