Stories from Saturday, October 11, 2014

Johnna Franks, 65, Cimarron, Kan., died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014, at Western Plains Medical Complex, Dodge City. She was born Nov. 1, 1948, at Independence, Kan., the daughter of Johnnie and Norma (Marlett) Carroll. She graduated high school in Fredonia, Kan., and for 30 years was a convenience store manager. ...

Since the events of Ferguson have become a regular news topic, it seems one of the most popular discussions is the use of tactics and equipment by law enforcement. States are starting to consider laws requiring all police to wear body cameras, and many people are calling for police to stop using any military equipment they have received from the government...

Hi neighbors. There was good news on television the other night! "The Walking Dead" show opens its new season this Sunday night. Yeah! One of my favorite shows (just below "Elementary," which won't start until Oct. 30). "The Walking Dead" is more soap opera than horror...

Dear Editor: I was involved in an incident the evening of Thursday, Oct. 2, that still has me flabbergasted. I live on South Cedar Street and was headed to the Square for the Music on the Square finale. I was using my power chair as I can only walk a short distance...

Nevada Daily Mail Gina Naas, K--2 counselor, Bryan and Benton Elementary schools What inspired you to become an educator? As a child, my parents helped me make learning a top priority in my life. Therefore, I have always liked school. Teaching was a career that I knew something about and felt comfortable pursuing. Consequently, the choice to become a teacher was quite natural for me. My parents' encouragement throughout my life has been my biggest inspiration...

The Kaysinger Basin Regional Planning Commission will host a public meeting to present a Joint Land Use Study for Camp Clark and to receive public comments and questions on the report Oct. 21, at 5:30 p.m., at the Franklin P. Norman City/County Community Center...

Nevada Daily Mail The City of Nevada's Water Department issued an advisory to its customers. "Some Nevada residents have received a letter attempting to sell 'Water Service Line Coverage," said a press release from the city. "Please be aware that these communications are in no way connected to the city, nor would the city ever attempt to sell a service of this kind...

Nevada Daily Mail WomenCertified Inc. has recognized Greg Hoffman, owner of Hoffman Financial Resources, and presented him with the Women's Choice AwardŽ for Financial Advisors based on "rigorous research, 17 objective criteria and to augment the evaluation, a client survey to obtain feedback regarding service and practices," according to a press release...

The Vernon County Commission and Region M Solid Waste Management District is hosting the Fall County Wide Clean Up Event Oct. 25, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Vernon County fairgrounds. All collections are on a first come basis as space allows. No tires will be accepted. Cement blocks, bricks, and household hazardous waste will also not be accepted...

Nevada Daily Mail In a West Central Conference matchup, the Nevada Lady Tigers volleyball team fell to the highly touted St. Pius X Warriors 25-23, 25-22, Thursday night at Wynn Gym. Nevada (15-9, 5-5) next plays this weekend at the Clinton Tournament. With the win, the Warriors move to 20-4-2 and 9-1 in the conference...

Nevada Daily Mail After trailing early, the Bronaugh Wildcats volleyball team clawed back to take control of the first set, on their way to a 25-23, 25-17 victory over the Northeast Vernon County Knights, Thursday evening in Bronaugh. On Dig Pink Night, the Knights came out hot, racing to a 7-1 lead. Bronaugh senior Martell Moore said the team might have been too hyped up before the match...

Nevada's previously rained out Class 3 District 13 semifinal softball tournament game at Warrensburg against top seeded Pleasant Hill, was again rained out Friday. The game has been rescheduled for noon, today. The other semifinal game, Harrisonville vs. Clinton, is set for 1:45 p.m., today. The championship game is slated for 3:45 p.m., today...

Nevada Daily Mail The Warrensburg Tigers ran roughshod over the Nevada Tigers defense Friday night at Logan Field, on their way to a 36-20 victory. Warrensburg (3-5), who came into the game only averaging three points in the first quarter of games this season, put up 16 first quarter points against Nevada (2-6, 1-4)...

Nevada Daily Mail "That was the best fishing trip I have ever had, everything went nearly perfect including the weather," said Alan Hill, a veteran from the Iraq war, who was wounded in 2007 after his truck convey was hit. KAMO Adventures, who supports wounded veterans by taking them on hunting and fishing trips here to the Ozarks, organized their second fishing adventure for several veterans on Stockton Lake. ...

Pleasant Hill defeated the Nevada Tigers 10-5 in district softball play, Saturday in Warrensburg. Tigers junior shortstop Carsten Warner was named First Team All-District. Infielders, Maddi Culbertson and Michaela Brewer were named Second Team All-District...

Nevada Daily Mail The Hume Hornets lived up to their No. 1 seed Saturday in Walker, as they took out the No. 2 seed Bronaugh Wildcats in two close sets, to capture the Golden Valley Vernon County Conference tournament championship. Check Tuesday's paper for a full recap of the tournament...