ANDREW COUNTY—Four people were injured in an accident just after 8p.m. Saturday in Andrew County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2015 Toyota Camry driven by Bala Chandra Se Tumma, 28, Maryville, was northbound on U.S. 71 just north of Interstate 29.

A mob of deer entered the road and struck the driver's side of the vehicle.

EMS transported two passengers in the Toyota Varsha Gajula, 23 and&nbsp; Sai Sumanth Poduri, 27, both of Maryville, to Mosaic in St. Joseph. The driver and a third passenger were treated at the scene. Poduri was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

ANDREW COUNTY—Four people were injured in an accident just after 8p.m. Saturday in Andrew County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2015 Toyota Camry driven by Bala Chandra Se Tumma, 28, Maryville, was northbound on U.S. 71 just north of Interstate 29.A mob of deer entered the road and struck the driver's side of the vehicle.EMS transported two passengers in the Toyota Varsha Gajula, 23 and&nbsp; Sai Sumanth Poduri, 27, both of Maryville, to Mosaic in St. Joseph. The driver and a third passenger were treated at the scene. Poduri was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

4 injured after mob of deer strikes car in Andrew County

MERCER COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 2:30p.m. Friday in Mercer County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2012 Nissan Murano driven by&nbsp; Jhonatan Sanchez-Arce, 27, Princeton, was southbound on U.S. 65 two miles south of Princeton.

The SUV rear-ended the towed unit of a 2005 GMC 2500 driven by Nicholas S. Grooms, 19, Princeton, that had slowed in traffic to make a left turn on Route E.

The impact pushed the towed unit into the bumper and trailer of the GMC.&nbsp; The Nissan skidded into the north lane and rolled.

EMS transported Sanchez-Arce and a 1-year-girl in the Nissan to Wright Memorial Hospital. The child and Grooms were not injured. All three were properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

MERCER COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 2:30p.m. Friday in Mercer County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2012 Nissan Murano driven by&nbsp; Jhonatan Sanchez-Arce, 27, Princeton, was southbound on U.S. 65 two miles south of Princeton.The SUV rear-ended the towed unit of a 2005 GMC 2500 driven by Nicholas S. Grooms, 19, Princeton, that had slowed in traffic to make a left turn on Route E.The impact pushed the towed unit into the bumper and trailer of the GMC.&nbsp; The Nissan skidded into the north lane and rolled.EMS transported Sanchez-Arce and a 1-year-girl in the Nissan to Wright Memorial Hospital. The child and Grooms were not injured. All three were properly restrained, according to the MSHP.

Missouri man injured after rear-end, rollover crash

A new mix of sculptures will be arriving in downtown St. Joseph as part of the 9th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk. &nbsp;

Executive Director of the council Teresa Fankhauser says the number of sculptures they see for the annual walk fluctuates every year based on two factors.&nbsp;

"How much money we raised, because all of the sculptures, all of the funds to bring the sculptures here, we raise money through sponsorships every year so that's a determining factor," Fankhauser tells KFEQ Hotline host Barry Birr. "And also, the quality of the submissions, so some years we've had as few as 15."&nbsp;

Fankhauser says last year the council brought 21 new sculptures downtown for the walk.&nbsp; This year features 18 new sculptures. &nbsp;

Chair of the Sculpture Walk Committee Rhabecca Boerkircher says along the walk, which she will be guiding, they'll talk about each piece and who the sculptor is.&nbsp;

"If the sculptor is with us, then they will talk about putting their sculpture together, what their inspiration was, and that's always a lot of fun to hear directly from them," Boerkircher says. "Because usually there's a story behind these and why they've done what they've done, so it's always fun."&nbsp;

Viewers of the sculpture walk are also encouraged to vote for their favorites with a ballot inside the tour brochure.&nbsp; Ballot boxes are located downtown or can be dropped off at the Allied Arts Council office. &nbsp;

The Allied Arts Council will hold a "First Walk" of the tour on June 8th beginning at 6:30pm at the corner of 8th and Felix.&nbsp;

Teresa Fankhauser says a common debate she loves to hear during the sculpture walk about the pieces, is all about if the sculptures are or are not art.&nbsp;

"We have an eclectic mix of sculptures, we have some bronze, we have some abstract, we have all types of materials being used, that there's very vigorous debate, online especially, about what is art and what isn't and we enjoy that, we appreciate that," Fankhauser explains.&nbsp;

Fankhauser says the debate is exactly what art should do is to create conversation.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654284208792.jpeg" alt="One of many sculptures you can find in downtown St. Joseph during the 9th annual Sculpture Walk/Photo by Matt Pike" />
 <figcaption>One of many sculptures you can find in downtown St. Joseph during the 9th annual Sculpture Walk/Photo by Matt Pike</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKE&nbsp;St. Joseph Post&nbsp;A new mix of sculptures will be arriving in downtown St. Joseph as part of the 9th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk. &nbsp;Executive Director of the council Teresa Fankhauser says the number of sculptures they see for the annual walk fluctuates every year based on two factors.&nbsp;"How much money we raised, because all of the sculptures, all of the funds to bring the sculptures here, we raise money through sponsorships every year so that's a determining factor," Fankhauser tells KFEQ Hotline host Barry Birr. "And also, the quality of the submissions, so some years we've had as few as 15."&nbsp;Fankhauser says last year the council brought 21 new sculptures downtown for the walk.&nbsp; This year features 18 new sculptures. &nbsp;Chair of the Sculpture Walk Committee Rhabecca Boerkircher says along the walk, which she will be guiding, they'll talk about each piece and who the sculptor is.&nbsp;"If the sculptor is with us, then they will talk about putting their sculpture together, what their inspiration was, and that's always a lot of fun to hear directly from them," Boerkircher says. "Because usually there's a story behind these and why they've done what they've done, so it's always fun."&nbsp;Viewers of the sculpture walk are also encouraged to vote for their favorites with a ballot inside the tour brochure.&nbsp; Ballot boxes are located downtown or can be dropped off at the Allied Arts Council office. &nbsp;The Allied Arts Council will hold a "First Walk" of the tour on June 8th beginning at 6:30pm at the corner of 8th and Felix.&nbsp;Teresa Fankhauser says a common debate she loves to hear during the sculpture walk about the pieces, is all about if the sculptures are or are not art.&nbsp;"We have an eclectic mix of sculptures, we have some bronze, we have some abstract, we have all types of materials being used, that there's very vigorous debate, online especially, about what is art and what isn't and we enjoy that, we appreciate that," Fankhauser explains.&nbsp;Fankhauser says the debate is exactly what art should do is to create conversation.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654284565270.jpeg" alt="Photo by Matt Pike" />
 <figcaption>Photo by Matt Pike</figcaption>
 </figure>

Sculpture Walk returns to downtown St. Joseph

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam.

<div><iframe title="Forward Ever: Kan. Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam" allowtransparency="true" height="450" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=zen4e-1240212-pb&from=pb6admin&square=1&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=3267a3&size=450" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam.

🎤Forward Ever: Kan. Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam

Two men remain at large after leading a Missouri Highway Patrol
trooper on a high-speed chase in southern Buchanan County, then fleeing on foot
after running over spike strips and ditching their SUV.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports a trooper began
pursuit of the SUV early Thursday night, traveling south on I-29 south of St.
Joseph. Speeds ranged from 75 to 100 miles per hour. Another trooper laid down
spike strips and the SUV ran over them. The vehicle ran off the west side of
the interstate into a field after the tires blew.

The driver and a passenger fled the SUV on foot into a thick,
wooded area.

Two patrol dogs were brought to the scene, but lost the scent
in the woods. The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Department deployed its drone and
the Kansas City Police Department brought in its helicopter to help in the
manhunt. No evidence of the two were found and the manhunt was called off after
three hours.

By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostTwo men remain at large after leading a Missouri Highway Patrol
trooper on a high-speed chase in southern Buchanan County, then fleeing on foot
after running over spike strips and ditching their SUV.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports a trooper began
pursuit of the SUV early Thursday night, traveling south on I-29 south of St.
Joseph. Speeds ranged from 75 to 100 miles per hour. Another trooper laid down
spike strips and the SUV ran over them. The vehicle ran off the west side of
the interstate into a field after the tires blew.The driver and a passenger fled the SUV on foot into a thick,
wooded area.Two patrol dogs were brought to the scene, but lost the scent
in the woods. The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Department deployed its drone and
the Kansas City Police Department brought in its helicopter to help in the
manhunt. No evidence of the two were found and the manhunt was called off after
three hours.

Two remain at large after manhunt in southern Buchanan County

A 47-year-old St. Joseph woman suffered serious injuries after
turning her golf cart into the path of a car that struck it head-on early
Thursday afternoon in Savannah.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports Shelly Wampler was
severely injured in the crash on Route E at Dogwood Court in Savannah.

According to the patrol, Wampler was riding west on Route E in
a golf cart and failed to yield to the car when turning left. The driver of the
car, 27-year-old Sammy Walker of Savannah, suffered minor injuries.

By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostA 47-year-old St. Joseph woman suffered serious injuries after
turning her golf cart into the path of a car that struck it head-on early
Thursday afternoon in Savannah.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports Shelly Wampler was
severely injured in the crash on Route E at Dogwood Court in Savannah.According to the patrol, Wampler was riding west on Route E in
a golf cart and failed to yield to the car when turning left. The driver of the
car, 27-year-old Sammy Walker of Savannah, suffered minor injuries.

St. Joseph woman riding golf cart severely injured in Savannah wreck

BUCHANAN COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 3:30p.m. Thursday in Buchanan County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2016 GMC 2500 driven by Mark A. Cooper, 55, Jefferson, AR., was northbound on Route Z. The driver failed to stop at a stop sign at MO 6. The vehicle pulled out in front of an eastbound 2010 Chevy Traverse driven by Terry J. Debford, 67, Clarksdale.&nbsp;

The Chevy struck the rear of the GMC. After impact the GMC overturned and caught fire.

 Buchanan County EMS transported the drivers to Mosaic Life Care. They were properly restrained, according the MSHP.

BUCHANAN COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 3:30p.m. Thursday in Buchanan County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2016 GMC 2500 driven by Mark A. Cooper, 55, Jefferson, AR., was northbound on Route Z. The driver failed to stop at a stop sign at MO 6. The vehicle pulled out in front of an eastbound 2010 Chevy Traverse driven by Terry J. Debford, 67, Clarksdale.&nbsp;The Chevy struck the rear of the GMC. After impact the GMC overturned and caught fire. Buchanan County EMS transported the drivers to Mosaic Life Care. They were properly restrained, according the MSHP.

2 hospitalized after Buchanan Co. crash and fire

ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged arson.

Just after noon Wednesday, police&nbsp;responded to a disturbance at a residence in the 1100 block Parallel in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

 Clothing belonging to a 30-year-old victim had been burned and furniture had been damaged.

Police arrested 34-year-old Daniel A. Etim, 34, Atchison, on requested charges of arson and criminal damage to property.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654179907960.png" alt="Etin-Photo Atchison Co." />
 <figcaption>Etin-Photo Atchison Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged arson.Just after noon Wednesday, police&nbsp;responded to a disturbance at a residence in the 1100 block Parallel in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson. Clothing belonging to a 30-year-old victim had been burned and furniture had been damaged.Police arrested 34-year-old Daniel A. Etim, 34, Atchison, on requested charges of arson and criminal damage to property.

Kansas man accused of burning victim's clothes, furniture

Mosaic Life Care didn’t have to look far for its new Chief
Executive Officer.

Mosaic Board of Trustees chair Serena Naylor introduces Mike
Poore, who has been serving as the interim CEO since the retirement of Dr. Mark
Laney.

“His ability to strengthen organizations and lead with courage
and commitment,” Naylor tells a news conference at the St. Joseph hospital. “His
record of growth overseeing multiple hospitals with complex different needs
with a quiet, determined strength. And, his clear dedication to our communities
which aligns perfectly with Mosaic’s vision statement:&nbsp; the needs of the patient come first.”

Naylor says Poore quickly became an exceptional leader for the
Mosaic system.

As for Poore, he says the strength of Mosaic and the St.
Joseph community convinced him to stay.

“I am humbled and honored to stand before you, the caregivers
and our community, and be your next CEO for Mosaic,” Poore says.

Poore served as interim CEO at a Virginia hospital prior to
coming to Mosaic. He has served as an interim CEO for several health care
systems.

When introduced as interim CEO in mid-March, Poore described
himself as “boringly consistent," stating he considered himself a shepherd,
helping Mosaic through the transition to a new CEO. He stated he wasn’t a
candidate for the job.

Poore says he had intended to merely pave the way for the next
CEO, then began to consider the possibility of staying.

“I really did not expect to be received so well in a community
and how people are just very genuine,” according to Poore.

Poore has more than 30 years’ experience in health care and
has served in a CEO position for 20 years.

While Poore says Mosaic has many strengths, he says a weakness
is the community perception that to receive world-class health care you need to
go to Kansas City or some other urban setting.

“We’ve got to overcome that, because we are giving that
world-class health care here, today, every day, treating our patients,” Poore
says. “And we’re fortunate to have the caregivers and the physicians, providers
that we have in this community. We are very fortunate.”

Poore says what you see is what you get with him, stating he
tells those under his leadership he’ll do three things for them.

“I knock down the barriers that get in your way from doing your
job.&nbsp; I give you the tools to do your
job. And then I get out of your way and let you do your job.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654199906891.jpeg" alt="Mike Poore speaks during a news conference at the St. Joseph hospital/Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Mike Poore speaks during a news conference at the St. Joseph hospital/Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostMosaic Life Care didn’t have to look far for its new Chief
Executive Officer.Mosaic Board of Trustees chair Serena Naylor introduces Mike
Poore, who has been serving as the interim CEO since the retirement of Dr. Mark
Laney.“His ability to strengthen organizations and lead with courage
and commitment,” Naylor tells a news conference at the St. Joseph hospital. “His
record of growth overseeing multiple hospitals with complex different needs
with a quiet, determined strength. And, his clear dedication to our communities
which aligns perfectly with Mosaic’s vision statement:&nbsp; the needs of the patient come first.”Naylor says Poore quickly became an exceptional leader for the
Mosaic system.As for Poore, he says the strength of Mosaic and the St.
Joseph community convinced him to stay.“I am humbled and honored to stand before you, the caregivers
and our community, and be your next CEO for Mosaic,” Poore says.Poore served as interim CEO at a Virginia hospital prior to
coming to Mosaic. He has served as an interim CEO for several health care
systems.When introduced as interim CEO in mid-March, Poore described
himself as “boringly consistent," stating he considered himself a shepherd,
helping Mosaic through the transition to a new CEO. He stated he wasn’t a
candidate for the job.Something changed.Poore says he had intended to merely pave the way for the next
CEO, then began to consider the possibility of staying.“I really did not expect to be received so well in a community
and how people are just very genuine,” according to Poore.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654199978820.jpeg" alt="Poore, Mosaic Board of Trustees chair Serena Naylor, and Poore's family/Photo by Brent Martin" />
 <figcaption>Poore, Mosaic Board of Trustees chair Serena Naylor, and Poore's family/Photo by Brent Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>Poore has more than 30 years’ experience in health care and
has served in a CEO position for 20 years.While Poore says Mosaic has many strengths, he says a weakness
is the community perception that to receive world-class health care you need to
go to Kansas City or some other urban setting.“We’ve got to overcome that, because we are giving that
world-class health care here, today, every day, treating our patients,” Poore
says. “And we’re fortunate to have the caregivers and the physicians, providers
that we have in this community. We are very fortunate.”Poore says what you see is what you get with him, stating he
tells those under his leadership he’ll do three things for them.“I knock down the barriers that get in your way from doing your
job.&nbsp; I give you the tools to do your
job. And then I get out of your way and let you do your job.”Poore begins as CEO immediately.

Mosaic Life Care promotes interim as new CEO

ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas woman on drug allegations after a traffic stop.

Shortly after 4p.m. Wednesday, police conducted a traffic stop near 7th and Atchison Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

The driver, identified as Vanessa L. Gerber, 42, Atchison was found to be driving while revoked. Police also arrested her on requested charges of&nbsp;possession of methamphetamine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia, according to Wilson.

Gerber was jailed in May and in 2021 for aggravated failure to appear and in January of 2022 for operating a motor vehicle on the highway without a driver's license, and felony flee and elude charges, according to online jail records.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654179439982.png" alt="Gerber-photo Atchison Co." />
 <figcaption>Gerber-photo Atchison Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas woman on drug allegations after a traffic stop.Shortly after 4p.m. Wednesday, police conducted a traffic stop near 7th and Atchison Street in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.The driver, identified as Vanessa L. Gerber, 42, Atchison was found to be driving while revoked. Police also arrested her on requested charges of&nbsp;possession of methamphetamine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia, according to Wilson.Gerber was jailed in May and in 2021 for aggravated failure to appear and in January of 2022 for operating a motor vehicle on the highway without a driver's license, and felony flee and elude charges, according to online jail records.

Kan. woman with history of crime accused of drug possession

The Small Business Development Center for Northwest Missouri State University hopes some simple tips will help business owners retain workers.&nbsp;

Rebecca Lobina with the Development Center says small business owners should adopt an employee-first mindset rather than a work-first one.&nbsp;

"Where you're really integrating all kinds of different things in order to put the employee first versus putting the work first," Lobina tells KFEQ Hotline host Barry Birr.&nbsp;

Lobina says studies show that when you put your employees lives first.&nbsp;

"Everything else follows as it should," she explains. "So, your profits will follow."&nbsp;

Lobina adds that sometimes though, a mindset shift is one of the more difficult things for an owner.&nbsp;

Lobina says that studies have shown that when you put employees first results will follow. &nbsp;

"The reality is that when you put people first and they're happy employees, just to say it simply, they are more productive, they do get the work done, and so it's a different way of looking at things," Lobina says.&nbsp;

A different type of scheduling could also be beneficial to small businesses during a time when worker retention is low and employee shortages are common. &nbsp;

Lobina says that shifting from a flexible schedule to more of a hybrid schedule could help the problem. &nbsp;

However, she says that many small business owners might have a hard time thinking that way.

"Not because they don't want to make their employees happy or anything like that, but just because they're busy running their business, right?" Lobina points out. "And so, trying to analyze whether or not we should have a hybrid workforce, or what have you, usually doesn't come up until they start having shortages."&nbsp;

Lobina says the problem is not just here in St. Joseph as anywhere in the country you might see a sign on someone’s door about suffering from a labor shortage.&nbsp;

By MATT PIKE&nbsp;St. Joseph Post&nbsp;The Small Business Development Center for Northwest Missouri State University hopes some simple tips will help business owners retain workers.&nbsp;Rebecca Lobina with the Development Center says small business owners should adopt an employee-first mindset rather than a work-first one.&nbsp;"Where you're really integrating all kinds of different things in order to put the employee first versus putting the work first," Lobina tells KFEQ Hotline host Barry Birr.&nbsp;Lobina says studies show that when you put your employees lives first.&nbsp;"Everything else follows as it should," she explains. "So, your profits will follow."&nbsp;Lobina adds that sometimes though, a mindset shift is one of the more difficult things for an owner.&nbsp;Lobina says that studies have shown that when you put employees first results will follow. &nbsp;"The reality is that when you put people first and they're happy employees, just to say it simply, they are more productive, they do get the work done, and so it's a different way of looking at things," Lobina says.&nbsp;A different type of scheduling could also be beneficial to small businesses during a time when worker retention is low and employee shortages are common. &nbsp;Lobina says that shifting from a flexible schedule to more of a hybrid schedule could help the problem. &nbsp;However, she says that many small business owners might have a hard time thinking that way."Not because they don't want to make their employees happy or anything like that, but just because they're busy running their business, right?" Lobina points out. "And so, trying to analyze whether or not we should have a hybrid workforce, or what have you, usually doesn't come up until they start having shortages."&nbsp;Lobina says the problem is not just here in St. Joseph as anywhere in the country you might see a sign on someone’s door about suffering from a labor shortage.&nbsp;

A change in mindest could help businesses recruit workers

ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of burglaries have made an arrest.

Just after 3:30a.m. Wednesday police arrested 24-year-old Kyler J. Reynolds, 24, Atchison, inside the First Christian Church at 7th and Santa, in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

He is being held on requested charges in nine burglaries and a Jackson County Kansas warrant for failure to appear in court.

May 17 Ebenezer Baptist Church 800 block Riley Street

May 22 Mount Saint Scholastica 800 block South 8th Street

May 30 Mount Saint Scholastica 600 block South 9th Street

May 31 Orscheln’s Farm and Home 600 block South 10th Street (attempted);&nbsp; Atchison Event Center 700 block South 9th Street and St. Mark’s Lutheran Church 400 block South 6th Street

&nbsp;June 1 First Christian Church 300 block North 7th Street; Trinity Lutheran Church 600 block North 8th Street and Marie’s Tax Bookkeeping 800 block Santa Fe Street.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654093704033.png" alt="Reynolds-photo Atchison County" />
 <figcaption>Reynolds-photo Atchison County</figcaption>
 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of burglaries have made an arrest.Just after 3:30a.m. Wednesday police arrested 24-year-old Kyler J. Reynolds, 24, Atchison, inside the First Christian Church at 7th and Santa, in Atchison, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.He is being held on requested charges in nine burglaries and a Jackson County Kansas warrant for failure to appear in court.The burglaries include:May 17 Ebenezer Baptist Church 800 block Riley StreetMay 22 Mount Saint Scholastica 800 block South 8th StreetMay 30 Mount Saint Scholastica 600 block South 9th StreetMay 31 Orscheln’s Farm and Home 600 block South 10th Street (attempted);&nbsp; Atchison Event Center 700 block South 9th Street and St. Mark’s Lutheran Church 400 block South 6th Street&nbsp;June 1 First Christian Church 300 block North 7th Street; Trinity Lutheran Church 600 block North 8th Street and Marie’s Tax Bookkeeping 800 block Santa Fe Street.

Kansas serial burglary suspect caught inside church

While the Missouri Legislature was unable to legalize sports betting during this past session, Kansas has signed a sports betting bill into law.

SB 84 received bipartisan support in Kansas' house and senate, and the bill was signed into law by governor Laura Kelly earlier in May.

State representative John Eplee, who represents Doniphan and Atchison County, Kansas says this bill cracks down on any illegal betting going on in the state.

"It does allow people to do this in a legal fashion through our casinos and Kansas Lottery," Eplee told St. Joseph Post. "It will be starting up here soon, because it was signed by the governor."

The Kansas Lottery has until January 1st of 2023 to create a regulatory environment for sports betting, and wagering is expected to start in spring of next year as well.

Around 80 percent of all funds from sports betting in Kansas would be funneled into the "Attracting Professional Sports to Kansas Fund" as an attempt to lure any sports team into the state.

Eplee says this includes but is not limited to the Kansas City Chiefs.

"It could be for any other team or a new team," he said. "Let's say there was expansion of the NFL and there was a new team. Kansas would have an opportunity to get that. Obviously, people think it's a fund to lure the Chiefs across the state line. I'm not sure that's a really good characterization."

Kansas is now the 35th state to legalize sports betting in the United States.

Residents of the state will be allowed to place bets on college and professional teams beginning in the spring of 2023.

Eplee says this legislation will especially beneficial to the state's casinos.

"We included casinos in this so they have an opportunity to be a part of it," he said. "This took a lot of compromise on both sides to get this to the finish line. It's been a long time coming."

You can follow Tommy on Twitter @TommyKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

By TOMMY REZACSt. Joseph PostWhile the Missouri Legislature was unable to legalize sports betting during this past session, Kansas has signed a sports betting bill into law.SB 84 received bipartisan support in Kansas' house and senate, and the bill was signed into law by governor Laura Kelly earlier in May.State representative John Eplee, who represents Doniphan and Atchison County, Kansas says this bill cracks down on any illegal betting going on in the state."It does allow people to do this in a legal fashion through our casinos and Kansas Lottery," Eplee told St. Joseph Post. "It will be starting up here soon, because it was signed by the governor."The Kansas Lottery has until January 1st of 2023 to create a regulatory environment for sports betting, and wagering is expected to start in spring of next year as well.Around 80 percent of all funds from sports betting in Kansas would be funneled into the "Attracting Professional Sports to Kansas Fund" as an attempt to lure any sports team into the state.Eplee says this includes but is not limited to the Kansas City Chiefs."It could be for any other team or a new team," he said. "Let's say there was expansion of the NFL and there was a new team. Kansas would have an opportunity to get that. Obviously, people think it's a fund to lure the Chiefs across the state line. I'm not sure that's a really good characterization."Kansas is now the 35th state to legalize sports betting in the United States.Residents of the state will be allowed to place bets on college and professional teams beginning in the spring of 2023.Eplee says this legislation will especially beneficial to the state's casinos."We included casinos in this so they have an opportunity to be a part of it," he said. "This took a lot of compromise on both sides to get this to the finish line. It's been a long time coming."You can follow Tommy on Twitter @TommyKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Rep. John Eplee - Kansas sports betting bill not only about luring Chiefs

Missouri lawmakers have taken another stab at requiring voters
show photo ID to cast a ballot.

The state Supreme Court threw out the last attempt.

State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer of Parkville believes this attempt
will pass constitutional muster and the Republican defends the requirement
against criticism from Democrats that it would disenfranchise some voters,
especially minority voters.

“People have to show their photo ID to cash a check. They have
to be able to show their photo ID to go through security in the airport. People
should have to prove that they are who they say they are on Election Day,”
Luetkemeyer tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post. “When somebody’s getting to cast a vote
for the leader of the free world, we should at least have assurances that that
person is who they say they are.”

He rejects accusations by Democrats that requiring photo
identification to vote will suppress minority participation.

“We are making it as easy as possible for somebody to get a
photo ID under this law,” according to Luetkemeyer. “We just want to make sure
that on Election Day when people show up, they are who they say they are and
that we’re securing our elections.”

Luetkemeyer points out the election reform measure approved by
the legislature during the session in Jefferson City requires the state to
provide proper identification for those who don’t have it, free of charge.

“It’s not even subject to appropriation,” Luetkemeyer says. “If
somebody does not a valid photo ID, like a driver’s license or a passport, then
one will be provided for them, for free, by the state, so that they’re able to
cast their vote.”

Luetkemeyer says the bill goes beyond just the voter photo ID
issue.

“We were able to prevent out-of-state billionaires, like Mark Zuckerberg,
from pumping money into Missouri’s elections, trying to influence them,”
Luetkemeyer says. “We put some prohibitions around that.”

A provision Democrats succeeded in adding to the bill will
allow Missouri voters to cast an absentee ballot three weeks prior to Election
Day without having to provide an excuse.

State Sen. Dan Hegeman, a Republican from Cosby, supports the
provision allowing three weeks of no-excuse absentee voting and doesn’t see it
as a benefit to Democrats.

“During my time as County Clerk in Andrew County, the election
authority in Andrew County, both parties used the absentee voting equally,”
Hegeman says. “I don’t see any benefit to one party other than that. It’s just
convenient for people to be able to vote.”

Hegeman says dropping the requirement that voters explain why
they’re voting absentee just makes sense and prevents some from having to fudge
the truth.

“Some people seem to be out of the county every election for
the past number of years,” Hegeman says. “At least that was my experience when
I was an election authority in Andrew County.”

Hegeman says he is pleased to see the state requiring photo
identification to cast a ballot.

The bill also bans electronic voting machines and mail-in
ballots.

By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostMissouri lawmakers have taken another stab at requiring voters
show photo ID to cast a ballot.The state Supreme Court threw out the last attempt.State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer of Parkville believes this attempt
will pass constitutional muster and the Republican defends the requirement
against criticism from Democrats that it would disenfranchise some voters,
especially minority voters.“People have to show their photo ID to cash a check. They have
to be able to show their photo ID to go through security in the airport. People
should have to prove that they are who they say they are on Election Day,”
Luetkemeyer tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post. “When somebody’s getting to cast a vote
for the leader of the free world, we should at least have assurances that that
person is who they say they are.”He rejects accusations by Democrats that requiring photo
identification to vote will suppress minority participation.“We are making it as easy as possible for somebody to get a
photo ID under this law,” according to Luetkemeyer. “We just want to make sure
that on Election Day when people show up, they are who they say they are and
that we’re securing our elections.”Luetkemeyer points out the election reform measure approved by
the legislature during the session in Jefferson City requires the state to
provide proper identification for those who don’t have it, free of charge.“It’s not even subject to appropriation,” Luetkemeyer says. “If
somebody does not a valid photo ID, like a driver’s license or a passport, then
one will be provided for them, for free, by the state, so that they’re able to
cast their vote.”Luetkemeyer says the bill goes beyond just the voter photo ID
issue.“We were able to prevent out-of-state billionaires, like Mark Zuckerberg,
from pumping money into Missouri’s elections, trying to influence them,”
Luetkemeyer says. “We put some prohibitions around that.”A provision Democrats succeeded in adding to the bill will
allow Missouri voters to cast an absentee ballot three weeks prior to Election
Day without having to provide an excuse.State Sen. Dan Hegeman, a Republican from Cosby, supports the
provision allowing three weeks of no-excuse absentee voting and doesn’t see it
as a benefit to Democrats.“During my time as County Clerk in Andrew County, the election
authority in Andrew County, both parties used the absentee voting equally,”
Hegeman says. “I don’t see any benefit to one party other than that. It’s just
convenient for people to be able to vote.”Hegeman says dropping the requirement that voters explain why
they’re voting absentee just makes sense and prevents some from having to fudge
the truth.“Some people seem to be out of the county every election for
the past number of years,” Hegeman says. “At least that was my experience when
I was an election authority in Andrew County.”Hegeman says he is pleased to see the state requiring photo
identification to cast a ballot.The bill also bans electronic voting machines and mail-in
ballots.

Missouri tries to require photo ID to vote, again

Local
Fraternal Order of Police President Brad Kerns says the organization will grow
from the investigation which led to the indictment of its former president and
treasurer.

The
former president of
the Fraternal Order of Police Northwest Missouri Lodge #3, St. Joseph police
officer Michael Hardin, and his wife, Sarah Hardin, formerly a deputy with the
Buchanan County Sheriff’s Department and treasurer of the lodge, have been indicted
by a federal grand jury on wire fraud charges. The couple is accused of defrauding
the local FOP of $99,000 by using FOP funds for personal use.

Kerns issued a new
release, stating FOP Northwest Missouri Lodge #3 elected new leadership at the
start of 2020 after conducting an audit of the organization’s books. Kerns says
the FOP reported the findings to the St. Joseph Police Department and requested
a neutral department investigate the allegations. The case was turned over to
the FBI.

“We as an organization hold
ourselves as law enforcement, to the same standard to which we ask our members
to hold the communities they serve,” the statement released by the local FOP
says. “We as law enforcement must recognize the law we uphold applies equally
to us. We will continue to hold all members accountable to themselves and the
organizations in law enforcement for which they work.”

“As
an organization we will grow from this and continue to support our dedicated
members of law enforcement and the communities they serve,” the statement continues.
“This will not deter, nor stop us, from being present and even more dedicated
to the communities in which we are present.”

Kerns
says several safeguards have been put in place to prevent such incidents from
happening again within our organization.

“We
ask that the actions of a very few not overshadow the overall good our members
do for the communities they serve.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654111937677.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By BRENT MARTINSt. Joseph PostLocal
Fraternal Order of Police President Brad Kerns says the organization will grow
from the investigation which led to the indictment of its former president and
treasurer.The
former president of
the Fraternal Order of Police Northwest Missouri Lodge #3, St. Joseph police
officer Michael Hardin, and his wife, Sarah Hardin, formerly a deputy with the
Buchanan County Sheriff’s Department and treasurer of the lodge, have been indicted
by a federal grand jury on wire fraud charges. The couple is accused of defrauding
the local FOP of $99,000 by using FOP funds for personal use.Kerns issued a new
release, stating FOP Northwest Missouri Lodge #3 elected new leadership at the
start of 2020 after conducting an audit of the organization’s books. Kerns says
the FOP reported the findings to the St. Joseph Police Department and requested
a neutral department investigate the allegations. The case was turned over to
the FBI.“We as an organization hold
ourselves as law enforcement, to the same standard to which we ask our members
to hold the communities they serve,” the statement released by the local FOP
says. “We as law enforcement must recognize the law we uphold applies equally
to us. We will continue to hold all members accountable to themselves and the
organizations in law enforcement for which they work.”“As
an organization we will grow from this and continue to support our dedicated
members of law enforcement and the communities they serve,” the statement continues.
“This will not deter, nor stop us, from being present and even more dedicated
to the communities in which we are present.”Kerns
says several safeguards have been put in place to prevent such incidents from
happening again within our organization.“We
ask that the actions of a very few not overshadow the overall good our members
do for the communities they serve.”

Local FOP states it will grow in wake of fraud investigation

GENTRY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 1p.m. Wednesday in Gentry County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2014 Ford Edge driven by Kaleigh M. Armfield, 27, Stanberry, was westbound on U.S. 136 two miles east of Stanberry.

The Ford rear-ended a 2020 Chevy 3500 driven by William J. Wiederholt, 65, Stanberry, who had slowed to make a right turn into a private drive.

Grand River EMS transported Armfield to Mosaic in Albany. Wiederholt&nbsp; was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the. MSHP.

GENTRY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 1p.m. Wednesday in Gentry County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2014 Ford Edge driven by Kaleigh M. Armfield, 27, Stanberry, was westbound on U.S. 136 two miles east of Stanberry.The Ford rear-ended a 2020 Chevy 3500 driven by William J. Wiederholt, 65, Stanberry, who had slowed to make a right turn into a private drive.Grand River EMS transported Armfield to Mosaic in Albany. Wiederholt&nbsp; was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the. MSHP.

Missouri woman injured after rear-end crash

A major fundraiser begins today for Pivotal Point Transitional Housing of St. Joseph and a chance to view items up for auction will happen this Thursday. &nbsp;

Pivotal Point holds a silent auction to help with fundraising efforts.&nbsp; Over the last two years the auction has been held online due to the pandemic.&nbsp;

Executive Director Melissa Frakes says during last year’s auction Ladies Night was held, which gave people the opportunity to see and touch the auction items. &nbsp;

"So, you really do still get to participate and then you just do all your bidding online," Frakes tells KFEQ Hotline host Barry Birr. "And, we found that that has worked really well as far as the fundraising piece, it has done as well or better for us, but as far as fun I think that adding the thrift store activity has really made it an event."&nbsp;

Fundraising Coordinator Maddi McKern says fundraising items range from JoeTown minigolf gift cards, to baskets of various items, to even a Go Kart.&nbsp;

"So, it really suits all people, all interests, it's just a whole lot of things," McKern says.&nbsp;

Frakes says many of the items up for auction were donated, but many also come from the Pivotal Point Thrift Shoppe&nbsp;

"We see so many wonderful things, lots of times brand new items come in our back door and we're able to use those, so I think that the community should feel really happy about the fact that the thrift store is an active part of the mission," Frakes explains.&nbsp;

Ladies Night will be held from 6:30-8pm at the Pivotal Point Thrift Shoppe and will show off the 140 items that are up for auction. &nbsp;

Frakes says Ladies Night has helped improve the quality of the event Pivotal Point will hold on September 15th. &nbsp;

"It really helps us emphasize the program and what's important, and why we exist and the mission we find so important," Frakes points out.&nbsp;

Frakes says this fundraiser is all about raising money to help improve lives.&nbsp;

"And now, that is including youth, and we are planning to break ground in the fall for this youth building so we're super excited," she says. "And these funds all help all of that."&nbsp;

The Silent Auction will run today through June 5th.&nbsp; Items can be bid on online <a href="https://e.givesmart.com/events/qxr/i/">HERE</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654103282659.jpeg" alt="Baskets available to bid on in the silent auction going on through June 5th can be seen at Ladies Night on Thursday/Photo provided by Pivotal Point" />
 <figcaption>Baskets available to bid on in the silent auction going on through June 5th can be seen at Ladies Night on Thursday/Photo provided by Pivotal Point</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKE&nbsp;St. Joseph Post&nbsp;A major fundraiser begins today for Pivotal Point Transitional Housing of St. Joseph and a chance to view items up for auction will happen this Thursday. &nbsp;Pivotal Point holds a silent auction to help with fundraising efforts.&nbsp; Over the last two years the auction has been held online due to the pandemic.&nbsp;Executive Director Melissa Frakes says during last year’s auction Ladies Night was held, which gave people the opportunity to see and touch the auction items. &nbsp;"So, you really do still get to participate and then you just do all your bidding online," Frakes tells KFEQ Hotline host Barry Birr. "And, we found that that has worked really well as far as the fundraising piece, it has done as well or better for us, but as far as fun I think that adding the thrift store activity has really made it an event."&nbsp;The silent auction begins today.&nbsp;Fundraising Coordinator Maddi McKern says fundraising items range from JoeTown minigolf gift cards, to baskets of various items, to even a Go Kart.&nbsp;"So, it really suits all people, all interests, it's just a whole lot of things," McKern says.&nbsp;Frakes says many of the items up for auction were donated, but many also come from the Pivotal Point Thrift Shoppe&nbsp;"We see so many wonderful things, lots of times brand new items come in our back door and we're able to use those, so I think that the community should feel really happy about the fact that the thrift store is an active part of the mission," Frakes explains.&nbsp;Ladies Night will be held from 6:30-8pm at the Pivotal Point Thrift Shoppe and will show off the 140 items that are up for auction. &nbsp;Frakes says Ladies Night has helped improve the quality of the event Pivotal Point will hold on September 15th. &nbsp;"It really helps us emphasize the program and what's important, and why we exist and the mission we find so important," Frakes points out.&nbsp;Frakes says this fundraiser is all about raising money to help improve lives.&nbsp;"And now, that is including youth, and we are planning to break ground in the fall for this youth building so we're super excited," she says. "And these funds all help all of that."&nbsp;The Silent Auction will run today through June 5th.&nbsp; Items can be bid on online <a href="https://e.givesmart.com/events/qxr/i/">HERE</a>.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654103447978.jpeg" alt="Pivotal Points Thrift Shoppe will be the site of Ladies Night on Thursday/Photo provided by Pivotal Point" />
 <figcaption>Pivotal Points Thrift Shoppe will be the site of Ladies Night on Thursday/Photo provided by Pivotal Point</figcaption>
 </figure>

Major fundraiser for Pivotal Point underway

It's Opening Day for the St. Joseph Mustangs as the team gets ready to kick off its 13th season from Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;

The Mustangs, coming off of their second consecutive MINK League title, open the 2022 season at home tonight against the Clarinda A's. First pitch is set for 7 p.m. with gates opening at 5:30.

Owner and general manager of the Mustangs Ky Turner says his role doesn't change much this season after he was named the new owner this past winter, taking over for longtime previous owner Dan Gerson.

"It's certainly a new beginning and it's changed our perspective on things," Turner said. "My role for me personally, not much has changed. Still that same stress of making sure those hotdogs are warm."

The Mustangs return 15 players from last season and now look to become the first MINK League team to win three straight titles. The Mustangs will play 26 home games in St. Joseph this summer and 48 total regular season games.

Outfielder and recent Missouri Western baseball graduate Brady Holden begins his third season as a Mustang. He says the fan support he and the team receives at home games in the summer is always special.

"Definitely have to embrace all of the community support we get," Holden said, "and go out there and return the favor when we go out and show face at different events. The kids coming out and wanting autographs and things like that. Just enjoy it. They definitely look up to us, so it's definitely something to have fun with."

The Mustangs averaged 2,246 fans per home game last year - the ninth most of any wood bat collegiate team in the nation.

The Mustangs return 15 players from last year's MINK League championship team, and look to win a league record third consecutive title this year. Holden says that'd be the perfect way to end his baseball career.

"It'd be awesome," he said. "Potentially last summer playing ball. So, to go out on top would be an unreal feeling."

The team returns 15 players, but it also has many notable newcomers, like recent St. Joseph Christian graduate and Missouri Western baseball signee Camden Lutz, who helped lead the Lions to within a run of a district title this year.

Lutz says he looks forward to getting a ton of games under his belt this summer.

"It's the first time I'll have played this many games in a short amount of time," Lutz said. "I'm looking forward to it. It's a lot of fun. A lot of baseball. I love the sport, so it should be a lot of fun."

The team only got into town on Monday, but Turner says it's always fun watching the players getting to know each other and getting to know the community as well.

"It's nice to have those guys who can kind of take a leadership role right from the get-go and show people the way to do it," Turner said. "But then also to see those new faces and new personalities and the way that we adapt to them and get to know their stories as well. So, it's always a lot of fun to meet these people and see the relationships they build off the field."

Turner promises some fun, new twists this season. For instance, the team will be known as the Tenderloins for four home games this year. Those games will feature silent charity auctions on players' jerseys.

June 9th will be 'Women in Sports Night,' where softball standouts Lexi Kinnaird and Sammey Bunch will become the first female Mustangs coaches in team history.

Whether it's breaking barriers, or calling the team the 'Tenderlions,' Turner says this season will center around one thing - fun.

"We're here to have fun," he reiterated. "Tenderloins? That sounds pretty fun. Let's do it! We have quite a few new surprises this year that we haven't sent out yet. So, I think the Tenderloins is just a preview of that."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1627707332310.jpeg" alt="The St. Joseph Mustangs celebrate a MINK League championship win over Sedalia last summer. Photo by Tommy Rezac." />
 <figcaption>The St. Joseph Mustangs celebrate a MINK League championship win over Sedalia last summer. Photo by Tommy Rezac.</figcaption>
 </figure>By TOMMY REZACSt. Joseph PostIt's Opening Day for the St. Joseph Mustangs as the team gets ready to kick off its 13th season from Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;The Mustangs, coming off of their second consecutive MINK League title, open the 2022 season at home tonight against the Clarinda A's. First pitch is set for 7 p.m. with gates opening at 5:30.Owner and general manager of the Mustangs Ky Turner says his role doesn't change much this season after he was named the new owner this past winter, taking over for longtime previous owner Dan Gerson."It's certainly a new beginning and it's changed our perspective on things," Turner said. "My role for me personally, not much has changed. Still that same stress of making sure those hotdogs are warm."The Mustangs return 15 players from last season and now look to become the first MINK League team to win three straight titles. The Mustangs will play 26 home games in St. Joseph this summer and 48 total regular season games.Outfielder and recent Missouri Western baseball graduate Brady Holden begins his third season as a Mustang. He says the fan support he and the team receives at home games in the summer is always special."Definitely have to embrace all of the community support we get," Holden said, "and go out there and return the favor when we go out and show face at different events. The kids coming out and wanting autographs and things like that. Just enjoy it. They definitely look up to us, so it's definitely something to have fun with."The Mustangs averaged 2,246 fans per home game last year - the ninth most of any wood bat collegiate team in the nation.The Mustangs return 15 players from last year's MINK League championship team, and look to win a league record third consecutive title this year. Holden says that'd be the perfect way to end his baseball career."It'd be awesome," he said. "Potentially last summer playing ball. So, to go out on top would be an unreal feeling."The team returns 15 players, but it also has many notable newcomers, like recent St. Joseph Christian graduate and Missouri Western baseball signee Camden Lutz, who helped lead the Lions to within a run of a district title this year.Lutz says he looks forward to getting a ton of games under his belt this summer."It's the first time I'll have played this many games in a short amount of time," Lutz said. "I'm looking forward to it. It's a lot of fun. A lot of baseball. I love the sport, so it should be a lot of fun."The team only got into town on Monday, but Turner says it's always fun watching the players getting to know each other and getting to know the community as well."It's nice to have those guys who can kind of take a leadership role right from the get-go and show people the way to do it," Turner said. "But then also to see those new faces and new personalities and the way that we adapt to them and get to know their stories as well. So, it's always a lot of fun to meet these people and see the relationships they build off the field."Turner promises some fun, new twists this season. For instance, the team will be known as the Tenderloins for four home games this year. Those games will feature silent charity auctions on players' jerseys.June 9th will be 'Women in Sports Night,' where softball standouts Lexi Kinnaird and Sammey Bunch will become the first female Mustangs coaches in team history.Whether it's breaking barriers, or calling the team the 'Tenderlions,' Turner says this season will center around one thing - fun."We're here to have fun," he reiterated. "Tenderloins? That sounds pretty fun. Let's do it! We have quite a few new surprises this year that we haven't sent out yet. So, I think the Tenderloins is just a preview of that."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1627707540785.jpeg" alt="A dog pile ensues after the Mustangs beat Sedalia 12-2 for a MINK League title last year. Photo by Tommy Rezac." />
 <figcaption>A dog pile ensues after the Mustangs beat Sedalia 12-2 for a MINK League title last year. Photo by Tommy Rezac.</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/6/1622565472584.jpeg" alt="Stock photo." />
 <figcaption>Stock photo.</figcaption>
 </figure>You can follow Tommy on Twitter @TommyKFEQ and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

St. Joseph Mustangs begin 13th season Wednesday against Clarinda

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