Stories from Tuesday, May 12, 2020

On Sunday, May 3, Anita's Piano Studio's very first virtual spring recital was presented by the piano students. Lessons have continued for these students through video and online lessons the past several weeks. The students submitted videos of their recital piece which was put into a YouTube playlist. Families gathered online via Zoom for awards and announcements, then they watched the recital on YouTube...

The City of Nevada issued a press release Tuesday announcing the closure of the Walton Aquatic Center for the 2020 season. According to Interim City Manager Mark Mitchell, “After talking with City Council, Park Board, parents, staff and other surrounding communities we have made the decision to close the Walton Aquatic Center for the 2020 season.”...

Helen F. McHugh Brauer, 88, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020, at Barone Alzheimer’s Care Center in Nevada, Mo. Helen was born on Aug. 19, 1931, in Tucson, Ariz. She was the fourth child of James Patrick and Mary Catherine (Hochstatter) McHugh. Helen spent most of her younger years and young adulthood in Nevada, Mo. ...

Tommie Sue Beisner of Nevada, Mo., passed away May 9, 2020, at the age of 77. Sue was born in Joplin, Mo., on Oct. 17, 1942, to Wynona (Love) Newton and Alfred Buford Newton. After graduating from Joplin High School, Sue received an Associate degree from Joplin Junior College. ...

Max Harvey Hudson, 84, Milo, Mo., passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020, at Nevada Regional Medical Center, in Nevada. Max was born April 4, 1935, in Emporia, Kan., to Loren and Marie (Warner) Hudson. He was united in marriage to Shirley Anne Thornton on Dec. 4, 1952, in Cottonwood Falls, Kan., and she survives of the home...

Betty Ann Pisciotta, 86, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020, at her home in rural Vernon County, Mo. Betty was born Sept. 24, 1933, to Hiner and Hazel Smith. She married Vincent Pisciotta Jr. in Kansas City, Mo., and he preceded her in death. Betty was raised in Nevada and moved to Kansas City where she attended school. ...