Benton County, MO Courthouse

07/24/2026

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07/23/2026

07/23/2026

‼️Here's this morning's updated forecast for Excessive Rain chances on Friday. The weather is unsettled Friday through Saturday morning, with rounds of showers and thunderstorms. The highest chances (40-70%) occur on Friday and Friday night. There is the potential for localized heavy rainfall that may support a few instances of flash flooding.
▶️Rainfall rates of 1-2 inches/hour could support a few instances of flash flooding where repeated thunderstorms occur over the same areas.
▶️Remain weather aware. Continue to keep forecast updates through Saturday. Have multiple ways to receive alerts.
▶️Never drive onto a flooded road!

07/23/2026

Recent national attention on election security, following President Donald Trump’s comments that China had obtained voter registration information from millions of Americans, has sparked …

07/22/2026

TODAY, Wednesday, July 22nd is the last day to request a mail-in ballot for the August 4th election.

LAST CALL: Tomorrow is the final day to request a mail-in ballot for the August 4, primary election!

07/22/2026

The 2026 Tax Sale listing is appearing in this week's edition of the Benton County Enterprise. It will also be published for the next two weeks.

07/21/2026

🍎 Believe it or not, back-to-school season is right around the corner! Now is the perfect time to make sure your student is ready for the first day of school. If your child is entering Kindergarten, 8th grade, or their Senior year, they may need required immunizations. Appointments are required, so call today to schedule, and don't forget to bring your child's immunization record and insurance card! 📚💉

07/21/2026

UPDATE: Beagle's owner was found & she is home.

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07/20/2026

SHERIFF’S REPORT 07-13-26 to 07-19-26

Joseph Thornton of Benton County, MO was arrested on 07/14/26 for Operating a Vehicle on the Highway Without a Valid License. Subject was booked, printed and released.

Tina Green of Warsaw, M was arrested on 07/14/26 on a Benton County warrant for Property Damage x2. Bond was set at $20,000 Surety only. Subject is currently being held at the Benton County Detention Facility.

Hunter Jones of Lincoln, MO was arrested on 07/14/26 on a Benton County warrant for Receiving Stolen Property. Bond was set at $25,000 Surety only.

Justin Lyons of Warsaw, MO was arrested on 07/14/26 on a Probation & Parole warrant. No bond was set. Subject is currently being held at the Benton County Detention Facility.

Robin Brier of Stockton, MO was arrested on 07/14/26 on a Benton County warrant for Operating Vehicle on Highway Without a Valid License, Possession of a Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was set at $10,000 Surety only. Subject is currently being held at the Benton County Detention Facility.

Nicky Forrest of Carthage, MO was arrested on 07/15/26 for Operating a Vehicle on the Highway Without a Valid License. Subject was booked, printed and released.

Kenneth Howe of Benton County, MO was arrested on 07/16/26 for Driving While Intoxicated. Subject was booked, printed and released with a court date.

Angela Perry of Warsaw, MO was arrested on 07/18/26 on a Benton County warrant for Trespass. Bond was set at $225 Cash only. Subject made bond and was released with a court date.

Lee Hydeman of Benton County, MO was arrested on 07/18/26 for Driving While Intoxicated. Subject was booked, printed and released.

John McComas of Marshall, MO was arrested on 07/18/26 on a Benton County warrant for Class B Felony of Assault 2nd Degree-Special Victim. Bond was set at $75,000 Surety only. Subject is currently being held at the Benton County Detention Facility.

Christopher Ramsey of Carl Junction, MO was arrested on a Johnson, KS warrant for Assault-Misdemeanor Domestic Battery. Bond was set at $1,000 Cash/Surety. Subject is currently being held at the Benton County Detention Facility.

07/20/2026

You can find sample ballots & fair ballot language for the August 4th election from the Benton County Clerk's Office by clicking on the appropriate listing at this link:

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