Stories from Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Robert Allen Keller Jr., 44, of Nevada, died on Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, at his home in Nevada. He was born on April 20, 1964, in Norwalk, Calif., to Robert Allen Keller Sr. and Paula M. Terrell Keller. On July 19, 1994, he was married to Debbie Jo Holland, in Nevada, and she survives of the home. ...

Becca and Paul Turner and big brother, Daniel Otwell, Ind.,are proud to announce the birth of their son and baby brother, Joseph Ray Turner. Joseph was born at 8:23 a.m., on Oct. 4, 2008, at Memorial Hostpial, in Jasper, Ind. He weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and measure 20 inches...

Oct. 7 James L. Bennett, Nevada, derelict vehicle. Tearl J. Edwards, Nevada, expired license plates. April L. Lapp, Fort Scott, speeding 42/30. Lesia R. McVay, Nevada, expired license plates. Bernard J. Mott, Rockville, Mo., expired license plates. Oct. 8...

Oct. 17 There were reports of a traffic stop in the Deerfield area, a vehicle vs. deer accident in the Nevada area, an agency assist in the Nevada area, a controlled burn in the Bronaugh area, an assault in the Nevada area, harassment in the Nevada area, verbal abuse in the El Dorado Springs area, an ambulance request in the Bronaugh area, an interferance with custody in the Bronaugh area, a road blocked in the Schell City area, an alarm in the Schell City area, a stranded motorist in the Nevada area, a burglary in the Moundville area, cows out in the Bronaugh area, and a careless and imprudent driver in the Horton area.. ...

The Nevada Lady Tigers volleyball team competed in the Harrisonville Invitational tournament on Saturday. In the first match of the day, the Lady Tigers found themselves on the winning end of a close match agains Odessa as they took the victory 25-18, 25-21. Match two was very simlar, but this time the Lady Tigers were only able to manage a 25-20, 20-25 split against Belton...

The girls' division of the Nevada Tigers' youth basketball program is scheduled to begin on Saturday, Oct. 25. The program will be headed by varsity basketball coach Brent Bartlett with help from assistants Jenny Allard and Clay Wheeler. Additional assistance will be provided by members of the Nevada High School Lady Tiger basketball team...

The Cottey College Comets stopped a two-game losing streak Friday night when they swept Labette County Community College 26-24, 25-13, 25-22. The first game was a fierce battle against the Cardinals. On two occasions, at 13-12 and 23-22, the home team pulled within a point of the Comets. Cottey was able to hole the advantage, however, and grab a two-point game one victory...

"He had taken a loaded pistol from his holster with his right hand and passed it to his bridle hand…" "….the horse jumped to the right, the pistol was discharged and Capt. T fell to the ground." Thus was the tragedy that took the life of Captain Burdette Terrett at Fort Scott, Kan., on March 17, 1845...

Throughout the day, author Ellen Hopkins shared thoughts on the writing process, the personal experiences that led to her popular books for young adults and the unique perspectives she's gained along the way, first with students in a series of presentations and discussions, then with community members as she signed copies of her best-selling books and made yet another presentation at Cottey College, Monday...

The city's group home regulations will be on the Nevada City Council's agenda when they meet tonight at 7 o'clock in the council chambers in the Public Safety Building, 120 S. Ash Street. The council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance removing the one mile separation requirement between group homes. ...

Sheriff Ron Peckman, seeking a third term, and his opponent, Jeffrey Prater, each have an extensive law enforcement background. Peckman was a deputy for 10 years before being elected to the position in 2000 and has attended Fort Scott Community College and Missouri Southern as well as having earned many hours of continuing education credits...

Mary Katherine Kelly Meyers, 86, of Mitchell, S.D., went to be with the Lord on Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, after a brief illness. Mary was born on Jan. 5, 1922, in Crosby, N.D., to Virgil and Julia Kelly. In 1940, she attended business college in Mankota, Minn. In 1944, Mary began her nusring career by attending cadet nursing training in 1947. On Jan. 4, 1949, she ented into marriage with Maurice "Bud" Meyers...