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Increased Reward in Search for Answers in Skylar Ware's 2020 Death in Missouri
The Greater KC Crime Stoppers are intensifying their efforts to solve the mysterious case of Skylar Ware's disappearance and death in Missouri. Skylar Ware, who went missing in 2020, was tragically found dead three years later. His remains were discovered in Daviess County by a mushroom hunter on private property in August. This grim find has shifted the nature of the investigation, transforming it from a missing person case to a homicide inquiry.
Barricaded suspect in Chillicothe surrenders after standoff
On Friday, December 1, 2023, at approximately 2:45 p.m., Livingston County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) personnel were conducting a felony warrant service in the 300 block of E. Jackson Street, Chillicothe. The operation led to a standoff with an adult male suspect who initially resisted arrest. Upon entry, deputies encountered...
Bethany Man Arrested on Warrant & Driving Charges Monday Night
Troopers report the arrest of a Bethany man on driving charges and a felony warrant Monday evening in Harrison County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the arrest of 35-year-old Kyle A. Watkins around 8:39 Monday night on preliminary charges of driving while suspended, not having valid insurance, and not wearing a seat belt.
Trenton man faces child molestation and enticement charges
Grundy County Sheriff’s Office reports a Trenton man turned himself in after learning he was charged with felonies from September 24 allegedly involving a minor. Twenty-six-year-old Benjamin Romano Neethling is held without bond at the Grundy County Detention Center. Neethling is scheduled for a court appearance on December 12...
Local Incidents Reflect Wider Substance Abuse Challenges in Small Towns
Over the recent weekend, the Livingston County Sheriff's Department was confronted with multiple jail bookings, highlighting the persistent issue of substance abuse in small communities. The first of the detainees, a 44-year-old named Larry Douglas Cartee from Carrollton, encountered the Chillicothe Police Department and now faces charges for alleged possession of a controlled substance with a bond set at $7,500. Bryan Steven Hughes, 42, and Cole W Wright, 43, were also held by the same department, reflecting the local law enforcement's efforts to tackle this burgeoning crisis.
Trenton Man Accused of Felony Domestic Assault in Alleged Weekend Incident
A Trenton man faces a felony domestic assault charge in Grundy County Court. Court documents say Garrett Marshall Runnels faces a felony charge of third-degree domestic assault. Records list the charge from December 2. A probable cause statement accuses Runnels of punching a victim in the face multiple times, leaving...
Trenton School District winter concerts set for Dec 6
The Trenton R-9 School District is set to host its winter concerts, beginning Wednesday, December 6th. The series of musical events will showcase the talents of both high school and middle school students. On Wednesday night, December 6th, at 7 p.m., the band concert will be held in the Trenton...
Holiday season schedule
The South Harrison concert band will present its holiday concert on Thursday, Dec. 14, in the high school gymnasium. The Middle School band will play at 6 p.m. followed by the High School band at 7:30 p.m. The band also will be preparing for its performance at Missouri Music Educators...
Bethany Depot Relocation on December 6th: Traffic Update and Temporary Power Outage Alert
On December 6th, 2023, the Depot building in the City of Bethany will be moved from its current location on 12th Street to a new site at Bulldog and 29th Streets. The move will start at 9am from Beekman and 14th Street, proceeding down Beekman Street to the 25th street/US69 Highway, and then to the US 69 and US 136 intersection.
Woman’s Remains Identified After Nearly Four Decades
A woman whose remains were found in 1987 in Roane County has been identified as a result of a partnership between the Roane County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Unidentified Human Remains DNA Initiative. On Aug. 29, 1987, a body was discovered by a passer-by beside...
Weekly Safety Report: Injuries reported in Cameron, Missouri incidents
Two incidents occurred in Cameron, Missouri this week resulting in injuries. In the first incident, a man driving a Chevrolet Malibu lost control of his vehicle and struck a guardrail on Interstate 35. The second incident involved a woman who was seriously injured when the vehicle she was in slid off the road and overturned on U.S. 36 Highway.
Caldwell County Route 13 Reopens
Caldwell County Route 13 from Mill Creek Drive to Route P is now open. Contractors from Phillips Hardy, Inc., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, closed the roadway in May to begin stage one (Mill Creek Drive to Route P) of a project to repave Route 13 from the southern city limits of Hamilton to north of Route HH in Kingston.
Chillicothe Police Department activity report for December 1st – 3rd
The Chillicothe Police Department has released a report of activities over the weekend from Frida, December 1st through Sunday, December 3rd, 2023. Officers conducted traffic stops, and business checks and responded to 203 calls for service over the weekend. Friday, December 1st. 04:04 a.m., Officers patrolled the 1200 block of...
Omaha Man Arrested in Clinton County For Reportedly Being Out-of-State Fugitive
Troopers report the arrest of an Omaha, Nebraska, man for reportedly being an out-of-state fugitive Monday afternoon in Clinton County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the arrest of 60-year-old Daniel S. Nickels around 2:01 Monday afternoon for being a felony fugitive from out of state. Authorities booked Nickels into...
Trenton VFW Post 919 announces essay contest winners
Trenton VFW Post 919 has announced the winners of the Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen competitions. The VFW Post combined Grundy and Daviess Counties into the award program. The Voice of Democracy winner is Pattonsburg High School Senior Gage Iddings. Pattonsburg Senior Kelsey Crabtree placed second, and Gallatin...