Courier-Tribune

09/02/2024

MDC warns retailers and aquarium owners to check moss balls for a potential zebra mussel infestation. The small invasive species has been found in Missouri waterways too, including Smithville Lake.

The Missouri Department of Conservation is warning retailers and aquarium owners to check moss balls for a potential zebra mussel infestation. Moss balls containing the invasive species have been discovered

09/01/2024

It's time to get very, very serious about protecting our personal data, our identity, our banking information and everything else, writes senior news writer Matilda Charles.

The word going around is that hackers have stolen 2.9 billion Social Security numbers, which means everyone. And now it appears all that information, including other personal information, has been

09/01/2024

During this Labor Day holiday weekend, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Missouri Highway Patrol along with local law enforcement will be working to keep people safe.

From now through Sept. 2, which includes the Labor Day holiday weekend, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for Region 7, which includes Missouri, will be

09/01/2024

WHAT. A. GAME.
Bleu Renfrow wins it for Liberty North over Blue Springs South with a field goal with just 4 seconds left on the clock in the season opener.

LIBERTY — Bleu Renfrow stepped up to the 12-yard line Friday, Aug. 30, and looked through the uprights on the north end of the Crossley Family Activity Complex.

09/01/2024

The tried-and-true treat known as ants on a log can be popular with families again. If you are allergic to peanuts, you can still enjoy this snack by substituting the peanut butter with hummus or cream cheese in a variety of flavors.

Fall means packing lunches, fixing snacks after school, and preparing treats for outdoor weekend adventures. Enjoy this whimsical, tasty, and "good for you" traditional treat whenever and wherever you and

08/31/2024

The deadline for sponsorships for the Liberty Fall Festival is Sept. 16 and the parade entry deadline is Sept. 15.

LIBERTY — With Liberty Fall Festival less than a month away, organizers are still seeking sponsors and accepting parade entries.

08/31/2024

Judge Thomas C. Capps served 39 years as Liberty’s municipal judge. He retired from the post earlier this month.

LIBERTY — Judge Thomas C. Capps stepped down from the bench after 39 years as Liberty’s municipal judge.

08/31/2024

The Northland Health Alliance seeks input on the 2024 Community Health Survey. Find the survey at northlandkchealthalliance.org/community-health-assessment-survey-2024.

The Northland Health Alliance, an area nonprofit, seeks input on the 2024 Community Health Survey.

08/30/2024

Smithville football starts the season at home against Raytown South at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30 — the first of five home games this year. Homecoming is Oct. 20 against Oak Park.

08/30/2024

Liberty kicks off the season on the road against Lee’s Summit at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. The Blue Jays host crosstown rival Liberty North in Week 2 at 7 p.m. Sept. 6.

08/30/2024

Liberty North football prepares to defend the Class 6 state title from last fall — the program’s first state title. Liberty North begins the season at home against Blue Springs South at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30.

08/30/2024

Kearney football prepares to defend their Class 4 state title from last season. The Bulldogs begin the season on the road against Fort Osage at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30.

KEARNEY — Kearney football is heading into a new season and looking to defend their Class 4 state title from last season.

08/30/2024

Smithville starts the season with the Tim Nixon Invitational at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, at Capitol Federal Sports Complex in Liberty.

SMITHVILLE — The Warriors’ cross country teams are nearing the start of a new campaign and their first season under new head coach Riley Gorham.

08/29/2024

Detectives conducted an undercover operation that resulted in the arrest of Hector G. Ramirez, who lives in Gladstone. Investigators believe there may be more victims and witnesses. Anyone with case information is asked to call 436-3550.

GLADSTONE — A 22-year-old man faces a first-degree sexual misconduct charge after Gladstone police arrested a suspect for allegedly exposing himself to a woman in a public park.

08/29/2024

Eagles softball have 10 home games this season, including the first against Park Hill at 5 p.m. Sept. 3 and Senior Night at 5 p.m. Oct. 8 against Staley.

LIBERTY — Eagles softball is not only preparing for a new season, but the team is also navigating a change in leadership under first-year coach Joe Boman.

08/29/2024

The Bulldogs begin the season with the Tim Nixon Invitational at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, in Liberty. Kearney will host 43 schools in an invitational meet at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 12 in Jesse James Park.

KEARNEY — The Bulldogs’ cross country teams are sprinting toward a new season and looking to put another strong campaign in the books.

08/29/2024

Smithville softball starts the season with the Greater Kansas City Suburban Conference Tournament — the first of three tournaments this season for the team — Aug. 30 through 31 at the Adair Softball Complex in Independence.

SMITHVILLE — Smithville softball will soon start a new season and is looking to build off a second-place finish in the KC Suburban Blue Conference last fall.

08/29/2024

Liberty’s season opener is at home against Staley at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 10. The Blue Jays will play eight home matches this season, including the regular season finale against Park Hill at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 31.

LIBERTY — A young roster will try to fill the void left by a strong core of seniors from last fall to lead Liberty boys soccer as the team prepares

08/29/2024

The Bulldogs begin the regular season with the William Chrisman Tournament Friday and Saturday, Aug. 30 and 31, at Adair Park in Independence. They have eight home games this season with the first against Staley at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 10.

KEARNEY — After back-to-back trips to the Class 4 state semifinals — with a state title in 2022 and a third-place finish last fall — Kearney softball is looking to

08/28/2024

The Clay County Election Board is seeking high school students to serve as youth election participants. To nominate students or learn more, email county election directors at [email protected] or [email protected] or

CLAY COUNTY — In an effort to get younger people involved in the election process, the Clay County Election Board is seeking high school students to serve as youth election

08/28/2024

Liberty’s first match in Missouri is at home against St. Teresa’s Academy at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 3 — the first of nine home matches this season.

LIBERTY — Liberty volleyball is preparing for the start of a new season, and the team heads into the campaign with a target on its back after winning the KC

08/28/2024

Jury trials are set for Michael Smallwood, 19, and Lavon’dre Smallwood, 18. Lavon'dre’s trial is set for 9 a.m. Feb. 24 in Clay County Circuit Court. Michael’s trial is slated for 9 a.m. March 24.

CLAY COUNTY — Trial dates in 2025 are scheduled for two brothers charged in the shooting that injured two earlier this year at North Kansas City High School.

08/28/2024

According to the highway patrol, the wreck occurred around 4:40 a.m. Aug. 24 on U.S. Highway 169 at North Palmer Street when Joseph D. Foster, 22, of Smithville, drove a 2005 Honda motorcycle westbound and lost control.

CLAY COUNTY — A Smithville man suffered serious injuries in a motorcycle crash Saturday, Aug. 24.

08/28/2024

“I started rodeoin’ when I was 14. I always wanted to be a cowboy and God made my dream come true," says author Smokey W. Anderson, who published a book on his life "Rodeo Crazy Cowboys."

CLAY COUNTY — While most people blessed to reach the age of 90 have a more laid-back lifestyle, such is not the case for Smokey W. Anderson, who released a

08/28/2024

CLAY COUNTY – Missouri Route 33 between MO Route CC and Burris Road near Holt and Kearney will be closed until further notice effective tomorrow, Wednesday, August 28. The closure is expected to begin between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. The closure is due to a culvert failure according to the Missouri Department of Transportation. The official signed detour for this closure is I-35 in both directions. The reopening date is currently unknown until the project can be designed, awarded, and replaced.City of Kearney, MO Clay County, Missouri Sheriff
Details: https://www.modot.org/node/54320

08/28/2024

The Warriors kick off the season by hosting Oak Park at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 3. This will be the first of eight home matches this season, not including the Smithville Invitational Sept. 23 through 26.

SMITHVILLE — Smithville boys soccer is heading into a new season after winning the KC Suburban Blue Conference just last fall.

08/27/2024

“We will be an upperclassmen-heavy team and are looking forward to seeing how our younger runners develop throughout the season,” coach Jordan English said. To start the season, Liberty will host the Tim Nixon Invitational Aug. 31.

LIBERTY — A new season is set to start soon and Liberty’s cross country programs are aiming to put together another pair of strong campaigns.

08/27/2024

Heading into the season, Liberty North will also look to its youth. Coach Jeff Braden said there is 1 returning sophomore & half the team are freshmen. He said he’s excited about the young group & for newcomers like Gabby Vineyard to make an impact.

LIBERTY — A new season is quickly approaching for Liberty North girls golf as the team looks to make a trip to the Class 4 state tournament for the fifth-straight

08/27/2024

A new chapter is coming for Kearney volleyball as the team heads into its first season under coach Kathryn Cash. Kearney kicks off the season with a tournament Aug. 31 in Branson.

KEARNEY — A new chapter is coming for Kearney volleyball as the team heads into its first season under coach Kathryn Cash.

08/27/2024

A St. Joseph man drowned in Smithville Lake while trying to help a child who was drifting away from their boat. A memorial service for David G. Moore, is planned for Wednesday.

SMITHVILLE — A St. Joseph man drowned in Smithville Lake while trying to help a child who was drifting away from their boat.