Stories from Tuesday, February 12, 2019

Pamela “Pam” Anne Heathman, 72, of Nevada, passed away Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, in Joplin, following a period of illness. Pam was born Feb. 7, 1947, in Jerico Springs, Mo., the daughter of Billie Thomas and Dorothy Louise (Wallace) Mitchell. She lived in Kansas City, Mo., and moved to Nevada when she was seven. ...

It was a night to remember Friday in Sheldon, as the Panther basketball team eclipsed the century mark, knocking off visiting Hermitage, 109-98. “There was no defense present,” said Sheldon head coach Jacob Well. “The game was up-tempo, not a lot of offensive sets were ran, and both teams pushed the ball every chance they could get.”...

The Nevada Lady Tigers are champions again. After securing the Big 8 Conference West division crown via last Friday’s thrashing of McDonald County, they returned to the court for Monday’s Big 8 crossover championship game at Wynn Gym and emerged with a 54-47, come-from-behind victory over the visiting Logan-Rogersville Lady Wildcats...

Connie Laverne Moffatt, 76, Nevada, Mo., passed away on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at her home in Nevada following a lengthy illness. Connie was born Sept. 24, 1942, in Mt. Carmel, Ill., to Ruby Pearline Miskell. She was united in marriage to Paul “Pete” Moffatt on July 13, 1976, in Miami, Okla., and he survives of the home...

Betty Ruth Helms, 96, Nevada, Mo., retired to her home in heaven on February 9, 2019. She was born May 24, 1922, in rural Ralls County, Mo., to Allyn and Dilola (Jones) Turnbull. With written permission from her Mother on Sept. 30, 1942, Betty became a part of history when she enlisted in the U.S. ...

Dorothy F. Kratz, 77, of Auburn, Neb., (formerly Missouri), died Monday, Feb. 11, 2019, at Good Samaritan Society-Auburn. Services will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to family choice. Cards or memorials may sent to David Kratz, 63670 733A Road, Brock, NE 68320...

The Vernon County University of Missouri Extension Council Annual Banquet was held Monday evening prior to a short business meeting. About 40 people were in attendance for a meal of brisket, carry-in side dishes and desserts-a-plenty. County Engagement and Economic Development Specialist David Black welcomed the group, introduced guests and recognized retiring council member Jennifer Byers. ...