Stories from Friday, October 2, 2015

Larry Alan Sivils, 71, of Nevada, Mo., passed from this life on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015, at his home. He was born Oct. 2, 1943, in Rich Hill. On Sept. 11, 1993, he was united in marriage to Kathryn Marie (Griffith) Sivils and she survives of the home...

On this day in 1966, General Motors and Chevrolet introduced their newest model car, "The Camaro." This was during the time, from the mid-60s through the early 70s, when a series of American auto offerings was developed, in what we now refer to as the era of the "Muscle Car!"...

There are many articles and books on aging. In fact I added to that supply myself, but I wasn't really OLD when I wrote those articles that became books. No, remember I was just middle age plus. But now, at 90 I guess you would have to say that I am old. Using a cane helps that image, but I just use it to please my family. They think I need to have it in case I start to fall. The first time I used it I did need to have something to stop my fall. I had tripped over the cane...

Each year, thousands of Missouri consumers are victims of deceptive or fraudulent business practices. Fortunately, there are many services available to help if you find yourself in that position and in need of free, effective assistance. Start by calling the Attorney General's Consumer Hotline at 1-800-392-8222 or filing a complaint online at ago.mo.gov...

Nevada Daily Mail The U.S. Postal Service in Nevada is participating in an annual breast cancer awareness initiative and creating a fun rivalry with the postmaster in Carl Junction during October, national breast cancer awareness month. Nevada post office's postmaster, Julie Mader, said the breast cancer awareness stamp -- a semipostal stamp -- will be sold for 60 cents, and 11 cents of every stamp sold goes toward breast cancer research...

Nevada Daily Mail The Nevada Regional Medical Center approved the purchase of a new 3D mammogram and 64-slice CT Scan unit for the hospital. The current mammogram at NRMC is nine years old, and the hospital's CT requires an upgrade of dosing alerts...

Nevada Daily Mail Charges were filed Wednesday morning on a Schell City resident for assault on a law enforcement officer after a deputy attempted to serve an arrest warrant on Nebo Hill Road Sunday afternoon. Sheriff's Office officials have concluded the investigation of the assault and the name of the suspect has been identified as Patrick L. Paul, 18, of Schell City...

Nevada Daily Mail The United Way of Vernon County hosted its annual kickoff for this fall's campaign, with recipient agencies giving a brief overview of their services. Board member Wes Knell welcomed those in attendance with this year's theme of Team Up with United Way, Stronger Together...

Nevada Daily Mail Authorities say a man sought in a rural southwest Missouri killing has been arrested after a vehicle pursuit and crash. Sgt. Jared Delzell said 26-year-old Clinton Blizzard was taken into custody shortly after 10 p.m. Tuesday. He is charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action in the fatal shooting Saturday of 35-year-old Nathaniel "Steven" Higgins of Milo at a Lawrence County residence...

Nevada Daily Mail Former 31st District Sen. Harold Caskey left behind a legacy of public service upon his death Thursday. According to published reports, Caskey had been hospitalized since Wednesday after choking on a piece of food that cut off his air supply...

The Hume Lady Hornets beat the Bronaugh Lady Wildcats in Hume 25-17 and 25-17, in a Tuesday night. Hume is 7-5 overall and 6-1 in GVVC play. "The girls struggled a little with their serving, but played very good defense," Hume coach Delayna Thompson said. "All-in-all, it was a good game and great team effort."...

The Nevada Middle School volleyball teams were in action Thursday night at Joplin North. The NMS eighth-grade A-team lost 10-25, 16-25; the eighth-grade B-team prevailed 26-24, 2-25, 25-10, the seventh-grade A-team lost 8-25, 21-25; while the seventh-grade B-team was edged 25-14, 19-25, 12-15...

The Nevada Middle School eighth-grade A-football team was defeated by Webb City 42-0, Thursday evening at Webb City. The NMS eighth-grade B-team fell 14-6. Next up The eighth-grade teams host Joplin North-East (combined team), Oct. 8, with the first game starting at 5:30 p.m...

On "Dig for a Cure Night" Thursday at Wynn Gym, the Nevada High School junior varsity team made it look easy with a two-set 25-13, 25-8 victory over the Clinton Cardinals. The NHS C-team followed suit, picking up 25-13, 25-15 win over Clinton.

The Nevada Lady Tigers picked up their fifth consecutive softball victory, defeating the Pleasant Hill Chicks 9-7, as NHS freshman pitcher Kylie Boyd picked up the victory, going all seven innings for the complete game. The contest was played at Pleasant Hill, Wednesday...

Nevada Daily Mail The Nevada Lady Tigers fell just short of a district championship as they were defeated 5-1 by Warrensburg in the Class 1 District 12 (team) championship match ---- Wednesday at Warrensburg. The championship match featured the West Central Conference's top two seeds, Warrensburg at No. 1 and Nevada at No. 2...

Nevada Daily Mail The Nevada Tigers suffered a tough 8-6 defeat against the Seneca Indians, Monday evening at Logan Field. The combined junior varsity and freshman game was a defensive battle throughout. The Tigers defense was strong until allowing a touchdown and two-point conversion with less than a minute remaining in regulation...

Nevada Daily Mail Winners of three consecutive matches, the Nevada Lady Tigers volleyball squad is coming together at the right time. Nevada's latest victory came Thursday night ---- a convincing two-set victory over the visiting Clinton Cardinals. Nevada rolled to a 25-12 game one win. The Lady Tigers kept the pedal to the metal with a 25-14 game two triumph...