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Northwest art students hosting sale, Empty Cups event

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MARYVILLE, Mo. – Northwest Missouri State University’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts will host its spring art sale this week in conjunction with its Empty Cups event.

According to a press release, the two-day Empty Cups event each winter and spring invites the Northwest community to purchase a handmade ceramic cup and fill it for free with tea or lemonade.

A portion of the proceeds from Empty Cups are donated to the Maryville Ministry Center and Northwest’s Bearcat Food Pantry.

Empty Cups will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday and Friday on the second floor of the J.W. Jones Student Union.

The art sale is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday in the Student Union’s Meeting Room D, located on the top floor of the building. Patrons will find a variety of pottery, cups, bowls and lidded jars as well as small edition prints.

Proceeds from the art sale help students pay for materials and provide funding for special projects that support the art program at Northwest.

Buchanan County Jail Activity (4/23-4/24/19)

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Here’s the latest booking activity from the Buchanan County Jail. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. These are courtesy photos.

This information is provided by the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The St Joseph Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information.

Gov. Parson requests President Trump approve major disaster declaration over flooding

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By BRENT MARTIN

St. Joseph Post

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson has requested President Donald Trump approve a major disaster declaration for the 13 Missouri counties devastated by flooding this year.

Parson expects the request to be expanded to include additional counties once floodwaters recede and damage can be fully calculated.

“Working in strong coordination, our local, state, and federal assessment teams have documented widespread and devastating damage as a result of the flooding. It has now been well over a month after the flooding began, and some areas still can’t be accessed,” Gov. Parson said in a written statement released by his office. “I am confident federal assistance will be forthcoming, and I greatly appreciate all the work that’s already being done by our faith-based and volunteer responders to help communities recover. Our state team and all our partners are committed to ensuring Missouri families, businesses, and communities rebuild.”

Flooding from a swollen Missouri River hit northwest Missouri March 11th.

Parson said the joint Preliminary Damage Assessments, conducted by the State Emergency Management Agency, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and local officials, has given a preliminary estimate of $25 million in damage to infrastructure and emergency response costs eligible for federal assistance.

If approved, a federal emergency declaration would provide federal money of offset recovery costs borne by local governments and nonprofit agencies. Money would allow qualifying agencies to apply for reimbursement of emergency response and recovery costs, including repair and replacement costs for damaged roads, bridges, and other public infrastructure.

Most of the counties are along the Missouri River with some along the Mississippi River. Those counties are Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Carroll, Chariton, Holt, Mississippi, New Madrid, Pemiscot, Perry, Platte, Ray, and Ste. Genevieve.

Individual Assistance is being request for five northwest Missouri counties, so eligible residents can seek federal assistance with temporary housing, housing repairs, replacement of damaged belongings, vehicles, and other qualifying expenses as a result of the flooding. Those counties are Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Holt, and Platte.

Gov. Parson also is requesting that the U.S. Small Business Administration provide businesses, homeowners, and renters in these counties with low-interest loans. Those affected by the flooding are encouraged to continue documenting losses by photographing damage and retaining all receipts.

Parson declared a state of emergency March 21st as flooding worsened.

Parson signed an executive order March 29th, giving the Department of Natural Resources discretionary authority to temporarily waive or suspend rules or regulations in support of flooding response and recovery.

 

Repairs continue on U.S. 73 in northeast Kansas after drain pipe collapse creates crater

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By BRENT MARTIN

St. Joseph Post

Photo from Trooper Don, via Twitter, Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper Don Hughes

Traffic south of Atchison, Kansas has been slowed after a drain pipe failed, creating a huge hole in a southbound lane of U.S. 73, about six miles south of Atchison.

The Kansas Department of Transportation reports the pipe failure created a large hole in one of the southbound lanes, about eight feet deep and nearly five feet wide Monday evening. KDOT closed the southbound lanes of Highway 73 to make repairs.

Highway crews Tuesday began replacing the pipe, first working on the southbound lanes of Highway 73. They now have moved to the northbound lanes.

KDOT expects the Highway 73 to be fully repaired by the end of the week.

Corps questions remain even as Missouri River floodwaters recede

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By BRENT MARTIN

St. Joseph Post

Congressman Sam Graves addresses a round table he hosted on Missouri River flooding.

Congressman Sam Graves expresses frustration with his meetings with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials in wake of historic flooding in northwest Missouri.

Graves says Corps officials stick to a familiar theme when explaining what went wrong that led to the widespread flooding which covered farmland, destroyed homes, and heavily damaged communities in his district.

“It’s like every flood. It’s the same thing, over and over and over again,” Graves tells reporters after hosting a roundtable discussion in St. Joseph. “It’s not having enough capacity above the dams to be able to hold that water back while if we have an incident like we had south of the dams, there’s not enough capacity to be able to keep that water up north or to being able to handle the snow melt that’s coming down.”

The round table was held at the Remington Nature Center in St. Joseph.

Graves faults how the Corps of Engineers managed the Missouri River during his discussion with officials from northwest Missouri. Graves contends the Corps should have better prepared for the heavy influx of excess water in March by releasing more water from the six upstream dams in December and January.

He worries whether communities can recover and whether farmers can absorb the losses.

“Are those communities going to be able to come back? Again, are these farmers?” Graves asks. “We have a lot of farmers out there that plan for this, but we have a lot of farmers out there, too, particularly those who are just getting started that don’t have the capacity to be able to absorb an entire year with no income and they can’t put a crop in, because they’re still exposed as a result of the levee breaches.”

Whether compensation for the losses is coming their way remains up in the air.

A disaster aid package, which includes money to offset losses from the flood, has stalled in Congress. Graves is confident federal aid will be approved at some point, but Graves says the package will have to be handled differently than in the past.

“We’re waiting on the Senate. It has failed twice (in the Senate),” Graves says, “So, now the House, we’re going to do a package on our side. We’re going to basically take some of the Senate language and we’re going to send it back over to the Senate.”

Graves says the package will pass once Congress agrees on how much more money will be allocated to help Puerto Rico in its ongoing recovery efforts in wake of Hurricane Maria which struck  in 2017.

If approved, federal funds could be freed for farmers unable to plant this year as well as money to offset the loss of stored grain ruined by floodwaters. Money could also be made available for homeowners and communities impacted by the flood.

 

 

 

Temps in the low 70s through Saturday

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Several chances for light rain showers through early next week. Temperatures will remain mild with readings in the 60s and 70s through the end of the month of April. Here’s the 7-day forecast from the National Weather Service:

Today: A chance of showers, mainly before 8 a.m. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 70. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 49. South wind 3 to 5 mph.

Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. Breezy, with a light and variable wind becoming north 15 to 20 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph.

Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 46. North wind 6 to 11 mph becoming light northwest after midnight.

Friday: Sunny, with a high near 71. North wind 5 to 7 mph becoming light and variable.

Friday Night: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly after 4 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Saturday: A chance of showers before 1 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 72. Breezy. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 41. Breezy.

Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 67.

Sunday Night: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Monday: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Monday Night: A chance of showers. Cloudy, with a low around 51. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Tuesday: A chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 66. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Kan. couple hospitalized after Andrew County crash

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ANDREW COUNTY — Two people were injured in an accident just before noon Tuesday in Andrew County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2012 Ford Escape driven by Arthur J. Beem, 76, Ozawkie, was westbound on County Road 352 three miles north of St. Joseph.

The driver failed to yield at Business 71 after stopping at the stop sign. The Ford traveled into the path of a 2015 Chevy Silverado driven by David W. Deshon, 60, Savanah. The pickup struck the driver’s side of the Ford and traveled into the median.

A private vehicle transported Beem and a passenger Evelyn J. Beem, 76, Ozawkie, to Mosaic Life Care. Deshon was not injured. All three were properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the MSHP.

Mother, adult son from St. Joe charged in slaying of her husband

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DETROIT (AP) — A suburban Detroit woman and her adult son have been charged in the slaying of her 60-year-old husband whose body was found in the trunk of a burning car.

Flint -photo Buchanan Co.

The Wayne County prosecutor’s office says 67-year-old Beatrice Flint-Tennyson was arraigned Sunday on murder, tampering with evidence and disinterment and mutilation of a body. Her son, 46-year-old Delbert Flint of St. Joseph, Missouri, was arraigned Tuesday on the same charges.

Darvin Tennyson reportedly last was seen on March 19, 2016 after returning to his Farmington Hills home, northwest of Detroit. His body was discovered 11 days later by firefighters and police on Detroit’s eastside.

Defense attorney Cyril Hall, says that based on his review of the case he has no reason to believe his client, Delbert Flint, “is guilty of anything.”

Obituaries April 23rd

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James Edward Tull
1934 – 2019

James Edward Tull, 85, of Atchison, KS, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.

James was born April 11, 1934 in Atchison, KS the son of Charles ‘Bud’ and Esther (Henderson) Tull. He owned and operated his own excavating and demolition company. James was member of the Faith Bible Fellowship Church, and enjoyed visiting nursing homes and churches. He also enjoyed horses and dogs.

James married Mary Ann Gripe, on December 31, 2009; she preceded him in death on June 26, 2018. He was also preceded in death by his parents, three sons, Gary, James, Michael Tull, and siblings, Charles, Richard, Forrest and Reva Tull.

Survivors include granddaughters raised as daughters, Angie McKabe, IL, Anisha Armontrout, Rogers, AR, Tina Braaten, Fisher, IL, Monica Tull, Champagne, IL, two sons, Lonnie Tull, Sr., Hiawatha, KS, Kenneth Tull Sr., Atchison, KS, three brothers, John, Ronnie, Dave Tull, all of Atchison, KS, two sisters, Anita Lively, Cummings, KS, Martha Franzel, Purcell, KS, nine grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, April 25, 2019 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Stephen Lucas officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Faith Bible Fellowship Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

 

Albert L. Ross
1966 – 2019

Albert Lee Ross, 52, Rea, Missouri, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2019.

He was born November 19, 1966 in Albany, Missouri to Albert and Rosella Ross (Boner)

Albert married Gidge on April 4, 2009.

Survivors include his wife Gidge, children; Kevin Ross, Tabitha (John), Kory Ross, Kacie Wolf, and Mitchell (Kris), grandchildren; Wyatt, Elizabeth, Faith, and Sawyer, and siblings; Roseanne (Gary), Lora, and Larry.
As Albert would say, Peace out homies!

In Lieu of a funeral the family requests that you join them for a Chili Cook Off at the Clasby Center in Savannah, Missouri at 6:00pm on Sunday, April 28, 2019. Please bring your best chili, flip flops, and wear your favorite Chiefs gear to celebrate the life and memory of Albert. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

Judy Walts
1947 – 2019

Judy Walts, 71, St. Joseph, Missouri, formerly of Wathena, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at the home of her grandson and his wife.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Loretta Zelko-Smith; son, Gary Walts, Jr.; husband, Gary Walts, Sr.; and daughter-in-law, Michelle Merritt-Walts.

Survivors include her daughter, Kelly Casey (Duane); grandson, Kory Walts (Bobbie); granddaughter, Amber Walts; nephew, Jon Walts (Lisa); nine great-grandchildren; and three great-nephews.

The family will gather with friends 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory.

 

Barbara Inez Davis Morehead
1934 – 2019

Barbara Inez Davis Morehead, 84, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, April 22, 2019.

She was born on her family’s farm in Chester, Nebraska on November 16, 1934 . Barbara was the youngest of six children, and graduated from Chester High School and was faithfully married to Marvin Morehead for 39 years. Together they had 3 children. Majority of her life was spent in Washington, Kansas, where she devoted herself to raising her children and serving as a cook within the community fellowship, Friendly Corners. She was an active member of Washington Christian Church, and in 1997, Barbara moved to St. Joseph, Missouri to be closer to family. She worked diligently at Rod’s Hallmark until it’s closing, found a church home within Central Christian Church where she would be involved in numerous Bible studies, and served as a volunteer for Mid-City Excellence. Barbara loved going on long walks, taking day trips on roads less traveled, and tucking away Pass-It-Along cards within every handwritten note she ever mailed. Inherently gentle and mild-mannered, she was notoriously ruthless when it came to playing card games.

She was preceded in death by her parents; James and Inez Davis, and siblings; Gladys, Wilbur, Lois, Wilma, and Lawrence.

Survivors include her beloved children; Jeff and Pat Morehead, Barry and Cynthia Morehead, Lisa and Mark SeWalson. Grandchildren; Cami Roach, Jeremy Morehead, Lauren and Nick Greenlee, Alyssa and Jeff Grove, Kyle and Michaela SeWalson, Michael and Kate Morehead, McKenzie and Brad Davidson, Emily and Taylor Murphy. Great-grandchildren; Olivia and Cody Roach, Aspen, Avery, Roman, and Londyn Grove, Luke, Sam, and Jonah Greenlee, and Evelyn Morehead.

A memorial service will be held at Central Christian Church, 1501 N Leonard Rd, St. Joseph, Missouri on May 18th at 11am in Barbara’s honor. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Mid-City Excellence of St. Joseph, The Crossings Outreach Ministry (St. Joseph), and the youth program of Washington Christian Church (Washington, KS). Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

Ronnie Parker
1969 – 2019

Ronald Ray “Ronnie” Parker, Jr. 50, of Savannah, passed away unexpectedly at Mosaic Life Care Center on Saturday, April 20, 2019, with his loving family by his side.

Ronnie was born on February 23, 1969 in St. Joseph to Ronald Ray Parker, Sr., and Mical (Gray) Parker. He graduated from Hosanna Christian School a part of the class of 1987. On November 13, 1999, he married Lea Abel in St. Joseph; and celebrated 19 years of marriage. Together, they raised their family and looked forward to spending time in Branson. Ronnie worked as a machine operator for Nestle Purina for over 26 years. Outside of work, Ronnie was a man who loved his faith and his church, the Lighthouse Church of Fillmore, MO. He was a sports enthusiast, a former baseball and basketball player and was an avid NASCAR fan. A special bond he shared with his son, Gabriel, was attending the races and Sundays spent together watching them on TV. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and mushroom hunting. Ronnie was also a KC Royals fan who enjoyed treating his father, brother and son to an annual trip to Kauffman Stadium. Above all Ronnie loved his family: He was a devoted father and husband. He will be remembered for going above and beyond to make the Christmas holidays special for them. He was the eternal holiday enthusiast leading the games and activities. He was a huge supporter of his children and grandchildren in all that they did, he could always be found watching his daughter, Morgan, play volleyball and attending his grandchildren’s activities.
Ronnie recently spent a week in Southern Arkansas with his father-in-law, Ted. After the passing of Ted’s own son, Aaron, Ronnie had the honor of filling those shoes and looked forward to their annual fishing trip. Ronnie also loved his fellow man, being a Crystal Giver for the United Way.

He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Aaron Abel and his grandparents, Thomas and Freda Parker and Lon and Leafhie Gray.

Ronnie is survived by: wife, Lea; children Allison (Jacob) Elder, Ashley, Aimee, Gabriel and Morgan Parker; grandchildren, Lily and Lila Elder; Maverick, Kingston and Preston Losson, Brant and Bryden Farley; siblings, Robin (Donnie) Radmer, Debbie (Larry) Davis, Jeff (Becki) and Tim (Shawna) Parker; parents, Ronald Sr. and Mical; numerous nieces and nephews; father and mother-in-law, Ted and Marcia Abel.

Funeral Service 5:00 PM Thursday, April 25, at the Lighthouse Church in Fillmore, MO , where the family will receive friends from 3:00 to 5:00 PM Thursday. Interment following at Fillmore Cemetery.

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