April 2021

If I became a state lawmaker (do not worry, I think too much of you, and lack the prerequisite ego, to actually run for the job), then I would be in a position to tell voters how stupid they are. Right?

Oats Transit is closely watching proposed state legislation that, if passed, would allow concealed-carry permit holders to lawfully bring firearms on public transportation. It raises serious concerns not only for the safety on our buses but also our funding as a private, non-profit transportation provider.

The Mssouri General Assembly should pass a 12.5-cent increase in the motor fuel tax, without the opt-out plan, and Gov. Mike Parson should sign the bill into law.

Pastor Larry LeRoy Block, 78, of Excelsior Springs gained heaven on March 29, 2021. Larry was born July 29, 1942, in Des Moines, Iowa, the second of four children of Gust and Vernita (Ackerman) Block.

James Dean Davis, 50, of Orrick passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at his home in Orrick. James was born on Sept.

Bonnie June Allen of Wood Heights passed away peacefully on Monday, March 29, 2021, at NorthCare Hospice House with family at her side. She was a young 77 years of age and fought a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Janet Kay Padgett, 73, received her wings to heaven at St. Luke’s Hospice House on Jan.

Janice Yvonne Still, 74, a resident of Cowgill, passed away on Friday, March 12, 2021, at her residence. Janice was born the daughter of LeeRoy and Marilyn Rose (Brock) Burns on Feb.

Virginia May Graham, 62, a native and resident of Richmond, passed away on Friday, March 26, 2021, at Ray County Memorial Hospital in Richmond. Virginia was born on Aug.

Betty Sue Roe (Gray), 67, of Independence passed away March 28, 2021. Betty was born Feb.