Stories from Thursday, April 19, 2012

Most schools are in the middle of a funding crisis right now, and the Sheldon R-8 School District is no different. However, the Sheldon district is better off than some because of the generosity of a former student. Max Wisehart grew up attending Sheldon schools and graduated as the senior class president in 1947. ...

As we all know, money is tight these days. Local folks will have the opportunity to find out how to effectively make and use a grocery list. How does couponing work? Is what's on sale really good for you and your family? The presentation will explore concepts of unit pricing and how a nutrition label can play a key role in determining what to purchase. ...

U.S. Attorney says scheme targeted Joplin tornado victim.

The HOPE 4 You Breast Cancer Foundation will be presenting $21,000 to hospitals within the four-state community. The following hospitals will be receiving $2,000 for support of their breast health programs: Nevada Regional Medical Center, Baptist Regional Health Center, Freeman Health, Labette Health, Mercy-Joplin, McCune Brooks, Barton County Memorial Hospital, Via Christi Cancer Center, and Mercy-Fort Scott. Early Detection Works Program of Kansas will receive $3,000...

The Cottey College Department of Dance will present an informal dance concert at 8 p.m. on Friday, April 27, in Hinkhouse Gymnasium. Admission to the performance is free. This informal event will feature performances by students in all of Cottey's dance classes...

The Missouri Department of Transportation is looking for feedback about its work zones. Motorists can take part in the department's "Rate Our Work Zone" program by visiting modot.org and filling out a Work Zone Customer Survey. The "Rate Our Work Zone" initiative is part of Missouri's Work Zone Awareness Week April 23-27. The week is used as a way to highlight the need to drive safely in work zones...

Vernon County Highway V at the Little Osage River north of Stotesbury is scheduled to close Monday, April 23, to allow crews to rehabilitate the bridge deck, the Missouri Department of Transportation said. The bridge will be closed until late June to allow contractor crews to remove the bridge deck and replace it...

Ten students will take part in events aimed at offering youth a unique way to learn about how governments work -- Missouri Girls State and Missouri Boys State. Promotional materials say that both annual events offer "the best and brightest high school juniors from throughout the state" the chance to participate...

The Sheldon R-8 School District was recognized for receiving Accreditation with Distinction in Performance by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education during a banquet March 26 at the University of Central Missouri. Receiving the award on behalf of the district was R-8 Superintendent Tim Judd, second from right. ...

Tammy L. Fry, 40, of Joplin, Mo., passed away on Friday, April 13, 2012, at Freeman Hospital, following an illness. Tammy was born on Aug. 9, 1971, in Sidney, Neb. She married Timothy Michael Fry and he preceded her in death on Sept. 18, 2004. She is survived by two daughters, Autumn Fry and Alysha Dawn Fry, both of Joplin; one granddaughter, Mackenzie Dawn Rubago; her parents, Stan and Barbara Watkins, Moundville, Mo.; three brothers, Micheal R. ...

April 3 Trevor D. Hunholz, Nevada, borrowed/stolen plates. Ricky Lee Green, Nevada, expired license plate, no proof of insurance. April 5 Rusalyn H. Andrews, Nevada, speeding 49/30. Scott T. Dayringer, Nevada, expired license plate. Robert P. Gentry, Nevada, no proof of insurance...

Nevada Daily Mail NEVADA -- Webb City defeated Nevada 9-0 in high school boys tennis action on Tuesday at the NHS tennis courts. At number-one singles, Webb City's Adam Miller defeated Nevada's Andrew Arneson 8-1. Matt Reynolds edged Nevada's Colton Short 9-7 at number-two singles. That was the closest match of the afternoon for the Tigers...

Nevada Daily Mail NEVADA -- Nevada hosted a JV track invitational on Tuesday. Also competing were Joplin, Carthage, Carl Junction, El Dorado Springs and El Dorado Springs Christian. For Nevada's boys, Steffan Ogle won the pole vault by clearing 12 feet...

Charles earns title

Denney holds Joplin in check in Nevada's 4-3 win

Kathy (Hancock) Claflin and Vincent Ashworth of Sheldon, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelsey Jo Hancock, to Joshua Roy Westerhold, son of Jack and Renea Westerhold of Richards. Kelsey is the granddaughter of Tom and Janie Claflin of Sheldon. Joshua is the grandson of Don Steck, Rich Hill...

Troy and Julie Scotten of Nevada announce the engagement of their daughter, Jordan Kristine Scotten, to Anthony Phillip Cauthon, of Columbia, Mo., son of David and Jodi Cauthon, of El Dorado Springs, Mo. Jordan is a 2007 Nevada High School graduate, and a 2011 graduate of the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of Science in Child Development and Education. She is employed by CJ's Hot Wings, and is an infant caregiver...

Don and Denise Nelson of Nevada announce the engagement of their son, Brent Matthew Nelson, to Sara Christine Castle, daughter of Dennis and Diane Castle, of Troy, Mo. Sara is a 1996 graduate of Citadel High School, a 2000 graduate of Maryville University, and a 2005 graduate of the University of South Dakota School of Law. She is currently an Attorney Advisor with the Social Security Administration in Columbia, Mo...

Phoebe Paula Sage, of Moundville, Mo., announces the engagement and upcoming marriage of her daughter, Phoebe Maria Harper, to Aaron Christopher Davis. Aaron is the son of Lavoe and Lill Davis, Nevada, Mo. The couple plan to be married on May 26, 2012, at the Northwoods Wedding Chapel, Nevada...

Kevin and Tina (Wilson) Nolin of Joplin, Mo., and Curtis Gose of Nevada announce the engagement of their daughter, Stefani Gose, to Justin Burris, son of Jerry and Donna Burris of Seneca, Mo. Stefani is the granddaughter of Barbara Wilson, of Nevada, and the late Paul Wilson, and Chuck and Sue Gose, Nevada...