Stories from Friday, January 17, 2025

Memorial service for Linda P. Prince, 75, of York formerly of Norfolk, will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 24, 2025 at Stonacek Funeral Chapel, Norfolk. Officiating the service will be Pastor Terry Buol. Burial will take place at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Norfolk. ...

A Vernon County inmate who is being held on weapons charges now also faces a murder charge in Bates County. For complete story, see the print or online edition of the Nevada Daily Mail

The Nevada Fire Department responded to the area of Lynn and Vernon streets for a report of a car that had driven into a house. For complete story, see the print or online edition of the Nevada Daily Mail

In a rematch from the Carthage Tournament just four weeks ago, Nevada traveled to Jasper County to face the 6-5 Joplin Eagles.  Nevada came into the contest at 9-2 averaging 52 points per game and giving up 43 on defense.  Meanwhile the Eagles are averaging 60 ppg on offense while allowing 56 ppg on defense.  The two teams have split the last eight games dating back to 2011.  However, Nevada prevailed 53-49 on December 14 earlier this season...