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The Lawson Review, 405 North, Lawson, MO (2026)

04/10/2026

Governor Kehoe Signs Three Bills into Law

This week, during a bill signing ceremony at the Missouri State Capitol, Governor Mike Kehoe signed three pieces of legislation into law: Senate Bill (SB) 888, and House Bills (HB) 1908 and 2273.

SB 888, sponsored by Senator Nick Schroer and Representative Brad Christ, modifies provisions relating to the criminal systems.

• Allows for record sharing to enhance the ability of law enforcement and prosecutors to track cases and juvenile adjudication history.

• Adds increased penalties for s*xual criminal offenses.

• Supports sentencing reform efforts by streamlining processes and adding transparency in parole eligibility calculation.

HB 1908, sponsored by Representatives Cecelie Williams and Raychel Proudie and Senator Jill Carter, modifies provisions relating to the dissolution of marriage or legal separation and pregnancy status.

• Clarifies that pregnancy status shall not be used to prevent courts from granting divorce or legal separation.

HB 2273, sponsored by Representative Ed Lewis and Senator Jill Carter, modifies and establishes provisions relating to the protection of children and vulnerable persons.

• Increases penalties for s*x offenses involving minors.

• Modifies statute for penalties for sharing or threatening to share a photo of a s*x act that have been created or altered using digital manipulation.

• Strengthens Missouri's efforts to combat child s*x trafficking.

04/10/2026

RESCHEDULED: Pilot car operation on MO 2 in Harrisonville for resurfacing May 4 - June 15

Between Commercial Street and MO ZZ

RESCHEDULED: CASS COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct a pilot car operation on eastbound and westbound MO 2 between Commercial Street to MO ZZ in Harrisonville for resurfacing beginning on approx. Monday, May 4 (revised from April 13) at 6 a.m. until Monday, June 15 at 7 p.m. This is not a complete closure, but motorists might experience delays. All work is weather permitting.
Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris form the roadway.
For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org.kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties.

04/10/2026

Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, April 13-19.

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 April 13-19.

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 and drainage improvement project through July 2026. The road will be narrowed to one lane, and a 10-foot width restriction will be in place. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)

Routes 46, 111, V, B, C – Various bridge rehabilitation projects through May 2026. The bridges may be narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Capital Paving & Construction LLC). *2

Buchanan County

Interstate 29 – Southbound lanes narrowed to one lane overnight with short-term rolling closures while crews set new bridge girders for the Gene Field Road Bridge, April 15. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Motorists should expect delays. (Contractor: Clarkson Construction Company). https://www.modot.org/projects/gene-field-road-bridge-replacement-over-interstate-29-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 – 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.

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 – Bridge flushing at the bridge over I-29, April 14.

Caldwell County

Route 13 –Resurfacing and ADA improvements project from Samuel Street to School Street in Hamilton through mid-May. Route 13 will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.).

Route U – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Marshal Road to Spring Hill Road, April 13, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route U – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Dustin Road to Route 13, April 14, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route B – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Route U to Jefferson Drive, April 15-16, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Carroll County

Route 10 – Pavement repair and resurfacing project from Route FF to Route C in Ray County, through May 15. The road will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers guiding motorists through the work zone. (Contractor: Emery Sapp and Sons LLC).

U.S. Route 65 – Striping operation, April 13-24. This will be a moving operation. Motorists should expect delays. A 16-foot width restriction will be in place. (Contractor: Capital Paving and Construction, LLC).

Route 41 – CLOSED at the Wakenda Chute Bridge, Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., through April 23 for bridge maintenance.

Chariton County

Route EE -- ADA improvements project from Route 139 to just west of Walnut Street in Sumner, through April 2026. (Contractor: Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC).

Route F – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Siloam Avenue to Demsey Road, April 13-16, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Route F – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Demsey Road to Hess Road, April 17, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Clinton County

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 mid-May. Route 13 will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.).

DeKalb County

Route O – CLOSED for multiple culvert replacements from Route P to Route N, April 13-17, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily.

Harrison County

Route Y – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from W. Main Street in Mount Moriah to 320th Avenue, April 14, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Holt County

Routes B, 111, 59, C, N – Various bridge rehabilitation projects through May 2026. The bridges may be narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Capital Paving & Construction LLC). *2

Linn County

Route 11 – CLOSED at the Badger Creek Bridge, north of New Boston, for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through May 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

Route 139 – CLOSED at the Parson Creek Bridge, north of Meadville, for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle through May 2026. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

Route U – CLOSED at the Long Branch Bridge, northwest of Bucklin, through early May for a deck replacement project. (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 B – CLOSED at the Parsons Creek Bridge, west of Linneus, April 13 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 MM – CLOSED daily in up to 2-mile sections for resurfacing, April 13-16. *3

U.S. Route 36 – Concrete replacement from Route 5 to Route F, April 13-17. The eastbound driving lane will be closed around-the-clock.

Livingston County

Route K – CLOSED at the North Fork Crooked Creek Bridge through April 2026 for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

U.S. Route 65 – Striping operation, April 13-24. This will be a moving operation. Motorists should expect delays. A 16-foot width restriction will be in place. (Contractor: Capital Paving and Construction, LLC).

Mercer County

Route JJ – CLOSED at the West Honey Creek Bridge for a deck replacement project through early April 2026. (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 E – CLOSED at the West Medicine Creek Bridge through early June 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 E – CLOSED at the West Honey Creek Bridge through July 2026 for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

Nodaway County

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

Route E – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 240th Steet to 230th Street, April 13, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route E – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 220th Street to 210th Street, April 14-16, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Route 113 – Various bridge rehabilitation projects through May 2026. The bridges may be narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Capital Paving & Construction LLC). *2

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 FF – CLOSED at the Shoal Creek bridge through early June 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.

Sullivan County

Route 129 – CLOSED at the Spring Creek Bridge beginning April 13 through August for a bridge replacement project through the Northwest Bridge Bundle. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin) *1

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

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 MM – CLOSED daily in up to 2-mile sections for resurfacing, April 13-16. *3

Route Z – CLOSED daily in up to 2-mile sections for resurfacing, April 17-23. *3

Worth County

Route 46 – CLOSED at Marlowe Branch Creek for a bridge replacement project through May 2026. (Contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons) https://www.modot.org/projects/missouri-route-46-and-route-w-bridge-replacement-worth-county.

U.S. Route 169 – Approach repairs at the Middle Fork Grand River Bridge, April 17, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The bridge will be narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Capital Paving & Construction, LLC).

04/10/2026

RESCHEDULED: Improve I-70: Lane/ramp closures on I-70 at Laf. Co. Route H, April 17

Revised from April 13 due to weather

LAFAYETTE COUTNTY – Crews will conduct lane and ramp closures on Interstate 70 westbound at Lafayette County Route H on Friday, April 17, from approximately 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. (revised from Monday, April 13 due to weather), for work relating to the Improve I-70: Blue Springs to Odessa project. I-70 westbound will be reduced to one lane and traffic will be run up and over the ramps at Route H before continuing west. Westbound traffic will not be able to exit at Route H. The Route H bridge will also be closed during this time, but the I-70 eastbound ramps will remain open on the south end of the bridge. All work is weather permitting.

Improve I-70: Blue Springs to Odessa is the third project in MoDOT’s Statewide Improve I-70 Program and will add a third lane of travel in each direction to I-70 from just west of MO Route 7 in Blue Springs to approximately MO Route H. The project also includes interchange improvements at Route D in Bates City and at MO Route 131 in Odessa. The project was awarded in Spring 2025 and is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2028.

Missouri’s FY2024 budget, approved through the state legislative process and signed into law by the governor, provides $2.8 billion in General Revenue to build a third lane of I-70 across the state. The program will plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and add a third lane in each direction on nearly 200 miles of I-70, from Blue Springs to Wentzville. For more information on the Improve I-70 Program and to sign up for program e-mails, visit http://www.modot.org/improvei70.

04/10/2026

Lynda Sharon Rice Hutchins, 83, Lawson, MO, passed away April 7, 2026. Lynda was born January 22, 1943 to William Kenneth Rice and Marilee Elizabeth Knowles.
Lynda is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Barry Dean and wife, Cecilia Ann Rice; and son-in-law, Butch Mullenax.
Lynda is survived by her son, Robert (Tina) Sharon; daughter, Sherry Sharon Mullenax; grandchildren, Amber (Ryan) England, Lisa (Charles) Kraft, Ryan Howard, Elizabeth Sharon, Autumn (Anthony) Garrett, Kaylee Sharon; great-grandchildren, Rebecka, Rylan, Dax, Asher, Cambria, Sutton, Camille, Colton and Rowan; and three nephews and one niece.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Lathrop City Park.

04/10/2026

Dr. Bonnie Lee Parker, 84, of Excelsior Springs, Missouri peacefully entered the presence of her Savior on April 8, 2026. Born on September 15, 1941, in Exeter, California, she was a beloved daughter of the late Rev. Lee and Edna Calhoun.
A woman of profound intellect and spirit, Bonnie's life was a testament to the power of faith and lifelong learning. Her educational journey began in the secondary schools of Missouri of California, followed by her graduation from Salinas High School. She continued her studies at the Pentecostal Bible Institute in Gilroy and Bethany Bible College in Santa Cruz, ultimately earning her Doctorate of Theology.
Bonnie's professional versatility was remarkable, spanning a 20-year career with TWA and another 20 years as a Public Relations Correspondent for Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Yet, her true North was always her ministry. She traveled the world as the World Missions Director for Anchor Bay and dedicated nearly thirty years to pastoring. She served as a co-pastor in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as co-pastoring Pentecostal Church of God congregations in Topeka, Kansas, for 20 years and Milan, Missouri, for eight years.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents and her two partners in ministry. She shared 53 years of marriage with her first husband, Rev. Donald Parker, and 8 years of marriage with her second husband, Rev. Eugene Waldrop.
Her legacy of love and faith continues through her family. She is survived by her sons and their wives, Donald F. Parker II and Becky, and Darren Parker and Rebecca, as well as her step-son Mark Waldrop and his wife, Georgie. She also leaves behind her sisters Evelyn, Betty, and Linda, and her brother Don. Her memory will be forever cherished by her two granddaughters, Jessica and Sara, and her eight precious great-grandchildren.
Bonnie finished her race and kept the faith. She will be deeply missed, but her influence remains a guiding light for all who knew her.
A visitation will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026 beginning at 10:00AM at Hidden Valley Funeral Home of Lawson with a funeral service to begin at 10:30AM. A graveside service will be held at 1:00PM at Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, Missouri.

04/10/2026

Peggy Sue Strickler, 62, of Excelsior Springs, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 26, 2026, at her home.

Peggy was born on August 1, 1963, in Cameron, the daughter of Rex Lloyd and Linda (Stewart) Allen. Peggy was united in marriage to Kelly Strickler from Excelsior Springs to this union her two daughters were born Kelsey and Lacey, although they later divorced, they remained close.

Survivors include: her mother, Linda Allen of Elmira; her significant other, Mark Minnick of the home; son, Justin Andersen of Richmond; two daughters, Kelsey Strickler of Excelsior Springs and Lacey Olson of Braymer; three grandchildren: Angel Dawson, Elijah and Ezra Hartinger; brother, Randy Allen of Elmira; and two sisters, Cindy Bartholomew of Excelsior Springs and Wanda Allen of Kansas City.

She was preceded in death by her father, Rex Allen.

Peggy was raised and went to school in Lawson, graduating from Lawson High School in 1981.
She spent her final working years as a drug treatment counselor, helping folks through some of the hardest times in their lives with care and understanding. She also loved working for Crowley Furniture and being with the public and never met a stranger. She worked various jobs over the years that dealt with the public and made many friends through her co-workers and the people she dealt with.

In her free time, Peggy enjoyed the things that made her happy. She loved being out on the water fishing and was proud of catching a record-breaking 3-pound crappie. She also had a love for horses and the quiet moments they brought.

More than anything, Peggy loved her family and cherished the time she got to spend with them. She was a good, loyal friend—someone you could count on no matter what—and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

An important part of Peggy’s life were the beliefs she held and her faith in God. She remained a member of Elmira Baptist Church throughout her entire lifetime.

Visitation will be held at Elmira Baptist Church on Saturday April 11, 2026, at 10 am with Celebration of Life following at 11 am. Burial of remains at Elmira Cemetery, Elmira, MO following the service.

04/10/2026

Ashley and Wesley Breznik joyfully and lovingly welcomed their "most perfect boy," son, Barrett Thomas, on August 5, 2025. The name "Barrett" is directly translated to mean "bear-like strength," a strength he displayed all the days of his life.

Although Barrett was born with Down syndrome and medical complications, he was, first and foremost, a beloved child—a beautiful baby with dark blue, almond-shaped eyes and the most expressive facial features. The perfect blend of his parents, Barrett had his daddy's hairline and smirk, and his mama's ears, gently turned-up nose, and button chin.

Barrett loved holding hands, having his head rubbed, receiving forehead kisses, and being snuggled by his family. From the very beginning, his life became a ministry of teaching and compassion. He taught his parents how to embrace unexpected challenges and to trust God above all else.

During his brief life on earth, Barrett exemplified innocence, unconditional love, and perseverance. He was a fighter and the answer to his parents' prayers.

Barrett was tenderly held by his parents as he returned to be with Jesus late Friday evening, March 27, 2026. His earthly life was finished; his eternal life with his Heavenly Father has just begun.

Barrett's parents would like to thank the staff of Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, for their expertise in treating their boy. Their wisdom, discernment, compassion, and humanness meant so much. Strangers became friends—chosen family. Barrett brought people together, continually turning a hospital room into a place of sanctuary; peace, hope, and unending faith. His room was filled with the Holy Spirit. It was palpable. As his parents have often said, no matter the outcome, "Barrett wins either way."

Barrett's life will be celebrated on Friday, May 1, at 3:00 p.m. at Hidden Valley Funeral Home in Kearney, Missouri (925 State Route 92), followed by a reception. Friends are welcome to wear yellow and blue, the official awareness colors for Down syndrome. Gifts to honor Barrett's life and to lift up his legacy may be made to Down Syndrome Innovations (5916 Dearborn St., Mission, KS 66202) or to the Ronald McDonald House.

"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God." - Matthew 5:8

04/09/2026

REVISED: Overnight ramp closures throughout Jackson County for concrete repair, April 13-16

JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will CLOSE the following ramps throughout Jackson County for concrete repair operations. Motorists are encouraged to seek an alternative route. All work is weather permitting.

8:00 pm on Mon., April 13 until 6:00 am on Tues., April 14

Eastbound Interstate 70 to northbound Interstate 29
8:00 pm on Tues., April 14 until 6:00 am on Wed., April 15

Northbound Interstate 435 to westbound Interstate 70
7:00 pm on Wed., April 15 until 6:00 am on Thurs., April 16

Westbound U.S. Route 50 to eastbound Interstate 470
Blue Parkway to eastbound Interstate 470
Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway.

For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties.

04/09/2026

REVISED: Overnight right lane closure on I-470 NB in Jackson for concrete repair, April 16-17

JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be conducting a lane closure on northbound Interstate 470, just before Strother Road in Jackson County for concrete repair operations, evening and overnight beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 until 6:00 a.m. on Friday, April 17. Motorists may experience delays. All work is weather permitting.

Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway.

For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties.

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