Pleasant Hill city council approves Price Chopper development site

PLEASANT HILL — Price Chopper and the city of Pleasant Hill have reached an agreement on a new store to be developed at the northeast corner of 163rd Street and 7 Highway. 
Comforting Angels volunteer Melanie Vance cuts a sheet to size for the underside of a new quilt.
Butler quilting group serving communities
BUTLER — Joyce Fitzpatrick believes in the power of one person’s desire to do good. Nearly 20 years ago, she got an idea to form a group of like-minded women to donate their time making quilts for charitable causes.
Harrisonville Schools Superintendent Josh Chastain, center, leads discussion at a recent school board meeting.
Harrisonville superintendent talks about first year, district’s future
As Josh Chastain talks about his first year as Harrisonville Schools superintendent, he emphasizes his regard for students, teachers, the district and the community at large. 
This architect’s rendering shows where the Diode Ventures data center will be in northwest Peculiar if it is approved.
Peculiar data center plans put on hold
PECULIAR – For the time being, plans for a $1.5 billion data center are off the table in the city of Peculiar.
Primary Election 2024
Four candidates vying for Cass County South Commissioner
Four candidates are vying for the Cass County Commission District 1 (South) seat in the Republican primary. The office is currently held by Monty Kisner, who is not seeking re-election.
Pair of state representatives looking to unseat District 31 senator
According to the July candidate filing reports with the Missouri Elections Commission, the three candidates running for the Missouri Senate District 31 seat have spent nearly $740,000 during this campaign season.
Incumbent Cass County assessor faces one challenger
With no Democrats or other candidates in the race, the Republican primary will likely determine who will serve as the Cass County Assessor for the next four years.
Weber, Dotson face off in Cass County Sheriff’s race
With no others filed, the Aug. 6 primary will determine the race for Cass County Sheriff. Republican voters will choose between incumbent Jeff Weber and challenger Terry Dotson.
Midway school district to retry bond issue
CLEVELAND — For the second time in four months, the Midway Board of Education will be trying to pass a bond issue. The $6.5 million bond won’t raise the tax levy for district residents. It will extend the current levy an extra six years to 2044.
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Jence Griffith, a 2023 Adrian High School graduate, rides Little Buzz during the bareback competition to open the Cass County Fair Rodeo on Friday night. Griffith won the event. He began competing in rodeo events a year ago, and is a member of the Fort Scott Community College rodeo team.
Adrian native wins Cass County Fair bareback competition
PLEASANT HILL — Jence Griffith is relatively new to the sport of rodeo, but he’s quickly developed a skill for bareback riding and it was on display Friday night.
Grandview man arrested, charged with felony
Verrell Garrett, 25, of Grandview, was arrested and charged by the Cass County prosecutor with a Class E Felony on July 11 after an incident on July 5.
Cass County Fair set to begin
PLEASANT HILL — Beginning Tuesday, the city will become a lot more crowded as visitors flood in for the Cass County Fair. The opening ceremony is set for 3:45 p.m. Sunday at the fairgrounds, which are located at 308 W Commercial Street, just a couple of blocks west of downtown.
Sirens, squirrels highlight aldermen meeting
ADRIAN -- Storm sirens, school resource officers and squirrels were the main topics of discussion as the board of aldermen met Monday night. As heavy rains and wind pounded the city hall, the aldermen discussed the needs for new storm sirens in the city.
Harrisonville teacher finalist for state’s best
Accolades continue to flow in for Cass Career Center agriculture teacher Jason Dieckhoff as he is now in the running for the Missouri Teacher of the Year award.
Local News

‘The tomato man of Pearl Street’

When it comes down to it, Ed Yoder likes growing indeterminate tomato plants in his front yard because they don’t spread out like determinants will. Instead, they keep as narrow as a vine and grow very tall – as in “Jack and the Beanstalk” tall.

Garden City entrepreneur hosts equine camps

GARDEN CITY — Shelby Norris-Leonard of Garden City loves to introduce horseback riding to others. As the daughter of equine professionals and a two-time Arabian Youth Nationals champion herself, it is no surprise that this Sherwood High graduate came back to the horse barn to launch her career.

Smoke’n for Jesus barbecue event attracts more followers in second year

The event drew significantly more people this year than last, according to co-founders Kenny and Mary Baltzell.

Slate of Fourth of July, fireworks shows kicks off Friday night

Indepence Day is just a week away, and there are several events planned throughout the next seven days to entertain residents in both Bates and Cass Counties.

Autonomous tractor: future of farming?

PLEASANT HILL — The future of farming could involve fully autonomous vehicles and equipment, and one company out of Illinois was here in Cass County earlier this month putting it on display.
Sports

Excitement palpable for "College Football 25"

Generations of video game players will be coming together for one of the biggest releases in a long time, arguably the most-anticipated sports game of all time.

McIntire enjoying, battling through Missouri Southern football workouts

After helping Archie win its first-ever football state championship in November, Briar McIntire was unable to play in his last possible high school game Saturday night.

All-star game to feature four 8-man area players

After four years, Drew Smith has earned the right to be one of the head coaches at the 8-man Football Coaches Association all-star game.
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Obituaries
Richard Charles Holmes
Richard Charles Holmes November 14, 1962 – July 17, 2024
John Lee Woodhead
John Lee Woodhead July 18, 1943 – June 26, 2024
DeOnidus Hendrick
DeOnidus Hendrick March 31, 1930 – July 6, 2024
James Edward Thompson Jr.
James Edward Thompson Jr. September 22, 1939 – June 30, 2024
Charles Randall 
Charles Randall  October 27, 1939 – July 1, 2024
Opinion

Minich: Sometimes things have to change

One thing we all have in common is as we go through life we have to make behavior modifications, which is really complex way of saying we have to change or habits or in some cases, break bad habits.

Minich: Watching as history unfolds

I won’t say I watched with horror, but I did watch in amazement as the story surrounding the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump developed Saturday evening.

Minich: The value of a good chicken

As odd as it may sound, I am glad the holiday is over and we can get somewhat back to normal. I love July 4, which is immediately preceded by the anniversary of my occupation of the earth as it makes its annual trek around the sun.

Minich: The cuisine of the season

Thinking about growing up, one of my favorite holiday treats always came on July 4, which is homemade ice cream.
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Once again, Pixar hit me in the feels, and had my eyes watering on multiple occasions last weekend. Sad thing is, I had a hunch it might happen because the first one has a couple very emotional scenes.
Folks my age and a bit younger have arguably seen this amazing animated classic. Now it’s time to show it to the next generation.
This 2011 masterpiece which was nominated for an Academy Award is arguably one of the under the radar movies, especially in the 2010s.
There are just a handful of days left to listen to Christmas music before people find it weird or give you dirty looks, so if you’re like me, take the time and dive in head first. Of course, I like …
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