The Lawson Review

06/07/2026

Swimming not recommended at three Missouri state park beaches due to bacteria levels
Source: kbsi23.com
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — State health officials are advising against swimming at three Missouri state park beaches after water samples showed elevated levels

06/07/2026

Ethel Jean Reavis, 89, of Richmond, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Ray County Memorial Hospital in Richmond.

Ethel was born on October 1, 1936, in Richmond, the daughter of George Thomas and Viola (Chaney) Graham. She was united in marriage to Donald Evert Reavis of Richmond on April 9, 1966; he preceded her in death in1994.

Survivors include: son, Jonathan Max Reavis; daughter, Anna Mae (Nelson) Holmes; two grandchildren, Corinthian James and Kimberly (Danny Winfree) James; and Five great grandchildren. She is also survived by many other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, Ethel was preceded in death by two brothers, William “Bill” James Graham, Sr. and Jewell Edward Graham; and six sisters, Nina Beel McHagall, Georgia May Cox, Eva Roberts, Frances Emily Hufford, Louise Agnes Parks, and Hazel Brook Helm.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Ethel Revis memorial fund. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

A memorial visitation and service celebrating Ethels life will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 2:00pm at The Richmond Christian Chapel.

06/07/2026

Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, June 8-14

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of June 8-14.

There may be moving operations, such as mowing, brush cutting and litter removal, throughout the region in addition to the work mentioned below. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org, or download the app for updated information.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Atchison County

U.S. Route 136 – Resurfacing project from I-29 to U.S. Route 71 through August 2026. The road will be narrowed to one lane, and a 10-foot width restriction will be in place. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)

Route N – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 290th Street to 300th Street, June 9, 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Buchanan County

Gene Field Road Bridge – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project through July 2026. (Contractor: Clarkson Construction Company). https://www.modot.org/projects/gene-field-road-bridge-replacement-over-interstate-29-buchanan-county.

U.S. Route 59/Route 752/Route U – Intersection improvement project through spring 2027. (Contractor: Amino Bros. Co., Inc.) https://www.modot.org/projects/route-u-missouri-route-59-and-missouri-route-752-intersection-improvements-buchanan-county.

U.S. Route 169 – Intersection improvement project at Route FF through mid-August 2026. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place. Access to 49th Street will be closed through June 2026. (Contractor: Leavenworth Excavating & Equipment Company, Inc.)

U.S. Route 169 – CLOSED for an intersection improvement project at Southeast Riverside Terrace through mid-July 2026. (Contractor: Hoy Excavating, LLC) https://www.modot.org/projects/us-route-169-intersection-improvements-buchanan-county.

I-29 – Bridge approach repairs at the Pigeon Creek Bridge through mid-June. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)

22nd Street – Bridge maintenance at the bridge over U.S. Route 36, June 9-10.

Agency Road – CLOSED around the clock at the bridge over U.S. Route 36 for bridge maintenance, June 8-9.

U.S. Route 169 – Scrub seal project, June 4-15. (Contractor: Vance Brothers, Inc.)

Route E – Scrub seal project, June 8-9. (Contractor: Vance Brothers, Inc.)

Route H – Scrub seal project, June 8-9. (Contractor: Vance Brothers, Inc.)

Caldwell County

Route 13 – Resurfacing from Route 6 in Gallatin to U.S. Route 36 in Hamilton through June 2026. Route 13 will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)

Route U – CLOSED at the Tom Creek Bridge, through mid-September 2026, for a replacement project. (Contractor: Decatur Bridge & Iron, LLC). https://www.modot.org/projects/route-u-bridge-replacement-caldwell-county-0

Route 116 – Concrete replacement from SW Lead Road to SW Ore Road, June 1-2.

Route 116 – Concrete replacement from Brangus Road to SW Gold Road, June 8-11.

Carroll County

Route 41 – CLOSED around-the-clock at the Wakenda Chute Bridge until June 15 for bridge repairs.

Route 139 – ADA sidewalk improvements project in Hale, through early June 2026. (Contractor: Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC). https://www.modot.org/projects/missouri-route-139-route-cc-route-d-route-e-route-ee-route-m-and-route-k-sidewalkada

Route 24 – Scrub seal project, June 8-12. The road will be narrowed to one lane with a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone. (Contractor: Vance Brothers Inc.).

Route JJ – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Route W to East 192nd St., June 8, 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Route JJ – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 220th Street to Route K, June 9, 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Route JJ – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Route AA to 101st Street, June 10-11, 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.

Chariton County

Route K - ADA sidewalk improvements project in Keytesville, through June 2026. (Contractor: Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC). https://www.modot.org/projects/missouri-route-139-route-cc-route-d-route-e-route-ee-route-m-and-route-k-sidewalkada

Route M – ADA sidewalk improvements project in Mendon, through June 2026. (Contractor: Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC). https://www.modot.org/projects/missouri-route-139-route-cc-route-d-route-e-route-ee-route-m-and-route-k-sidewalkada

Route 11 – Scrub seal project, June 1-10. The road will be narrowed to one lane with a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone. (Contractor: Vance Brothers, Inc.)

Route F – CLOSED for pothole patching from Route M to Route C, June 8-10.

Route 129 – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Route DD to Knox Road, June 10, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Route F – CLOSED for pothole patching from Route C to Route E, June 10-12.

Clinton Couty

I-35 – Pavement rehabilitation in the southbound lanes from Exit 40 (Lathrop) to Exit 48 (south Cameron) through September 2026. Both north and southbound traffic will be one lane, each direction, in the northbound lanes (Contractor: Michels Road & Stone). https://www.modot.org/projects/interstate-35-and-us-route-69-concrete-overlay-clinton-county.

Daviess County

Route 13 – Resurfacing and ADA improvements project from Berry Street to Van Buren Street in Gallatin through June 2026. Route 13 will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)

U.S. Route 69 – Scrub seal project, June 1-10. The road will be narrowed to one lane with a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone. (Contractor: Vance Brothers Inc.).

DeKalb County

Route 36 – intersection improvement project at Bob F. Griffin Road, through November 2026. (Contractor: Clarkson Construction Company).

Harrison County

Route DD – Seal coat project from Route A to Route N, June 9, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route Y – Seal coat project from Route T to U.S. Route 136, June 10, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Linn County

Route C – CLOSED at the Long Branch Bridge, east of Purdin, for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through October 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

Route B – CLOSED at the Parsons Creek Bridge, west of Linneus, through June 2026. (Contractor: Louis-Company, LLC). https://www.modot.org/projects/route-b-route-e-and-route-u-bridge-deck-replacement-grundy-and-linn-counties-0

Route 11 – Scrub seal project, June 1-10. The road will be narrowed to one lane with a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone. (Contractor: Vance Brothers, Inc.)

Route C – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Iris Drive to Route V, June 9, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mercer County

Route D – CLOSED at the West Muddy Creek Bridge beginning through September 2026 for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

U.S. Route 136 – Bridge deck replacement project at the Grand River Overflow Bridge in Princeton, through early October 2026. The bridge will be narrowed to one lane with temporary traffic signals. (Contractor: Louis-Company, LLC). https://www.modot.org/projects/missouri-route-136-bridge-deck-replacement-mercer-county

U.S. Routes 136 & 65 – ADA sidewalk improvements project in Princeton and South Lineville, through June 2026. (Contractor: Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC).

Nodaway County

U.S. Route 71 – Resurfacing project from the Iowa state line to U.S. Route 136 near Burlington Junction through August 2026. The road will be narrowed to one lane, and a 10-foot width restriction will be in place.

U.S. Route 136 – Resurfacing project from I-29 to U.S. Route 71 through August 2026. The road will be narrowed to one lane, and a 10-foot width restriction will be in place.

Hawk Road/U.S. Route 71 – access to Hawk Road CLOSED at U.S. Route 71 for bridge barrier work and guardrail replacement June 8-20. U.S. Route 71 will also be narrowed to one lane with temporary traffic signals at the White Cloud Creek Bridge.

Route U – CLOSED until further notice for a culvert replacement from northbound U.S. Route 71 to Jet Road.

Route J – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 350th Street to 360th Street, June 10-11, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Putnam County

Route N – CLOSED at the Turkey Creek Bridge through July 2026 for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

Route 5 – Resurfacing project from U.S. Route 136 east of Unionville to Route 6 north of Milan through July 2026. The road will be narrowed to one lane with a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone. (Contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.).

Sullivan County

Route T – CLOSED at the East Locust Creek bridge through July 2026 for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

Route 5 – Resurfacing project from U.S. Route 136 east of Unionville to Route 6 north of Milan through July 2026. The road will be narrowed to one lane with a pilot car guiding motorists through the work zone. (Contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.).

Route 129 – CLOSED at the Spring Creek Bridge through August for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

Route OO – CLOSED at the Locust Creek Bridge through mid-August 2026 for a deck replacement project. (Contractor: E&C Bridge, LLC). https://www.modot.org/projects/route-e-route-ff-route-jj-and-route-oo-bridge-deck-replacement-multiple-counties

Route B – CLOSED for multiple culvert replacements in various locations between Route N and Old Route VV, June 9-10, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily.

Route N – CLOSED for multiple culvert replacements in various locations between Shady Road and West Avenue, June 11, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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06/07/2026

Kansas City area maintenance work for June 8-12



LEE’S SUMMIT, MO – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing maintenance work throughout the Kansas City region from June 8 through June 12. All work is weather permitting.

JACKSON COUTNY

Truman Rd. westbound to 12th St. northbound: road closed from Monday, June 8 until Wednesday, June 10, from approximately 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. daily, for ditch work.

Missouri Route 350 westbound between Raytown Rd. and Gregory Blvd.: right lane closed on Tuesday, June 9, from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., for brush cutting.

JOHNSON COUNTY

Missouri Route 23 between NE 1125 Rd. and NE 950 Rd.: flagging operations from Monday, June 8 until Friday, June 12, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for ditch work.

Route 23: flagging operations from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for pavement work

Monday, June 8 and Tuesday, June 9: between NE 700 Rd. and NE 310 Rd.
Wednesday, June 10: between NE 500 Rd. and NE 250 Rd.
Thursday, June 11: between NE 500 RD. and NE 175 Rd.
LAFAYETTE COUNTY

Route T at Rehkop Rd.: flagging operation on Monday, June 8, from approximately 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., for pavement repair work.

PETTIS COUNTY

Route Z between Route N and Cooper Co. line.: flagging operations from Monday, June 8 until Wednesday, June 10, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for pavement work.

Route N between Route J and end of state maintenance: flagging operations on Wednesday, June 10, and Thursday, June 11, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m., for pavement work.

SALINE COUNTY

Route 240 between Route 41 south and Glasgow: flagging operations from Monday, June 8 until Thursday, June 11, from approximately 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, for pavement work.

MoDOT maintenance crews often perform other tasks throughout the work week such as pothole patching, litter pick-up, sign repairs, brush cutting, and other operations that are not included above as they pose limited impacts to traffic.

06/07/2026

FBI KANSAS CITY ISSUES DRONE RESTRICTION PSA AHEAD OF
WORLD CUP AND FANFEST MATCHES
June 5, 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – As fans, coaches, players and personnel arrive in Kansas City for the World Cup, the FBI is reminding
the public of the dangerous and criminal action of flying a drone in unauthorized spaces.
Today the FBI has released a Public Service Announcement for Kansas City to warn drone operators of the potential
consequences of flying in restricting spaces.
“As teams from around the world convene in and around Kansas City for FIFA World Cup Matches, the United States
Government will establish Temporary Flight Restrictions around the World Cup Stadiums, Fan Festivals and other events.
Flying a drone in these areas is strictly prohibited. Flying in a restricted zone isn’t just dangerous, it’s a federal crime,” said FBI
Kansas City Special Agent in Charge Chris Ormerod. “With your help, we can keep the skies and the FIFA World Cup Matches
safe for everyone.”
The Federal Government has and will continue to establish Temporary Flight Restrictions around major events or sensitive
locations and plans to do so during the World Cup. Taking off, landing or flying a drone in these restricted areas is a serious
offense. Temporary Flight Restrictions protect fans, players and critical infrastructure from accidents and security threats.
Flying your drone in restricted airspace is a federal crime. The consequences are severe, and can result in up to $100,000 in
fines, up to a year prison sentence and seizure of your drone.
The FBI works with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to enforce Temporary Flight Restrictions, using federally
authorized capabilities to detect, track, and assess unauthorized drone activity, with personnel from both agencies deployed
full-time to identify drone activity that could threaten aviation safety, critical infrastructure, or public safety at and around
event venues.
The FBI is legally authorized to use counter-UAS capabilities to detect, assess, and mitigate unauthorized drone activity within
restricted airspace, while preserving evidence for potential enforcement action. The FBI and our interagency partners will
thoroughly investigate illegal drone activity to protect U.S. national security, promote safe air travel for the public, and protect
individuals on the ground. Violations could include both criminal and civil charges and fines. Learn more about safe and legal
drone operation on the FAA website: https://www.faa.gov/uas.
Before every flight, drone operators should check for active flight restrictions using an FAA-approved B4UFLY service
provider. A list of approved providers offering free airspace awareness tools for desktop and mobile is available
at https://faa.gov/uas/getting_started/b4ufly. These tools provide real-time information on TFRs, restricted airspace, and other
advisories based on the operator's location.
If you observe unsafe or improper use of a drone, report it to the FBI tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI or tips.fbi.gov.

06/07/2026

William Eugene Handy - age 56 of Kansas City, MO passed away Tuesday , June 2, 2026. William was born on January 23, 1970 to Carl and Martha (Braden) Handy in Richmond, MO. He grew up in Polo and was a 1988 graduate of Cameron High School. William was a truck driver and farmer. He enjoyed watching wildlife, caring for animals, especially his beloved dogs, and listening to music and books. William also loved watching sunrises and sunsets. William will be remembered for his contagious laugh and will be greatly missed.
Williams was preceded in death by his parents and aunt, Marion Taylor (Billy). He is survived by his siblings, Mary Marlatt (Isaac) of Cameron, MO, Bev Hufft (Tim) of Polo, MO, George Handy (Shelly) of Kearney, MO, Fran Stottlemyre (Tony) of Lewistown, MO, and Lou Lindsey (Dan) of Lawson, MO. Nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family members also survive.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Polo Community Church or City of Cameron - Linda Griffin's Precious Pets Animal Shelter in care of the funeral home. A service celebrating William's life will be held at 3:00 PM, Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Stith Funeral Home in Polo. The family will receive friends one-hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Private burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Liberty, MO. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home in Polo

06/07/2026

Increased fines and penalties for not stopping at school buses loading and unloading children

Missouri House Bill 2742, sponsored by Rep Mike Jones passed on the final day of the 2026 legislature session. HB 2742 targets school bus safety by increasing penalties for improperly passing a stopped school bus and authorizing the use of automated safety cameras on buses. It has been sent to Governor Kehoe.
“This bill helps us better protect our children at the bus stop by establishing minimum penalties for those who illegally pass a stopped school bus while children are loading and unloading.” - Rep Mike Jones
Drivers failing to yield for stopped school buses is a common occurrence with thousands of incidents each year in Missouri. The Platte County R-3 School District in the Kansas City area logged over 350 violations during a single school year (KCTV5).
Missouri drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses will face steeper penalties including mandatory fines and suspension of drivers license when passing stopped school buses loading and unloading children.
Currently, a person is guilty of a class A misdemeanor if they pass a stopped school bus in the process of loading or unloading students; the person is guilty of a class E felony if the offense results in the injury of any child; and a class D felony if the offense results in the death of any child. The court can order the suspension of a person's license for 90 days after a first offense and 120 days after a second or subsequent offense. These suspensions are in addition to other suspensions for other violations of law.
Increased fines for repeat offenders. A person who is found guilty of a first offense will receive a fine of at least $500 (currently about $130) and no more than $1,000. The mandatory fine increases for second, third and subsequent offenses within a five-year range — a second offense results in a fine of at least $1,000 and no more than $2,000; third or subsequent offenses face a fine of at least $1,500 and no more than $3,000.
Missouri legislative session ended May 15. 80 bills passed and have been sent to Governor Kehoe. He has until July 15 to sign bills into law, veto them or allow them to become law without a signature. The Governor can also issue line-item vetoes on budget bills. The General Assembly gets a chance to override any vetoes during the September 16 annual veto session. A two-thirds vote in both the state house and senate would be required for an override.

Most bills signed by the Governor will take effect on August 28, 2026.

06/06/2026

Some nonresident deer hunters will be limited to one antlered buck instead of two.

06/05/2026

Charles Ray “Chuck” Fifer, 66, of Odessa, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Kansas City Hospice House.
Chuck was born on May 21, 1960, in Richmond, the son of Raymond Isaac and Velma Mae (Horine) Fifer. He was united in marriage to Kimberly Trusty on May 27, 2017; she survives of the home.
Additional survivors include: daughter, Jossalyn Fifer Morgan; two stepsons, Justin Trusty and Jacob Trusty; two stepdaughters, Amanda Trusty and Rachael Armstrong; 20 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brother: Donald (Carolyn Fifer of Kingsville; two sisters, Jo Ann Strong of Shawnee, KS, and Nancy Beard of Gladstone; he is also survived by many other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Chuck was raised and educated in the area of his birth and spent his life enjoying the people and simple pleasures that meant the most to him. He loved being outdoors, especially fishing, and never passed up the chance to throw a ball around, play sports, or gather with family and friends. He was happiest when surrounded by others, making memories and enjoying life together.
Chuck had a personality that filled a room and a sense of humor that people won’t soon forget. He was quick with a joke, always had something funny to say, and loved making people laugh. One of his favorite things was doing his Woody Woodpecker impression, and those who knew him can still hear it and smile. Chuck had a way of turning ordinary moments into stories and laughter that people carried with them.
More than anything, Chuck was family centered. He loved his family deeply and enjoyed simply being together—whether sitting around visiting, sharing meals, cheering each other on, or helping wherever he was needed. He was a loving and caring man who never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a hand. Chuck will be remembered for his big personality, his contagious smile, and the love and joy he brought to the people around him.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.
Visitation with funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 11:00 A.M., with services to follow at 12:00 P.M. Burial will be in Wakenda Cemetery, north of Hardin.

06/05/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT: Overnight closures on Colbern Rd and NB MO 291 for pavement repairs, June 7-8
REVISED: Overnight closures on Colbern Rd and NB MO 291 for pavement repairs, June 7-8

REVISED: JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct overnight closures on Missouri Highway 291 northbound and Colbern road eastbound/westbound for asphalt repair operations. All work is weather permitting. See below for traffic modifications:
Sunday, June 7 until Monday, June 8 overnight between approx. 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Crews will close the ramp from MO-291 NB to I-470 NB
Crews will conduct lane closures on Colbern Road eastbound/westbound at the bridge over MO-291