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One suspect taken into custody after Pleasant Hill pursuit

Written on July 13, 2022. Posted in Raymore News, Uncategorized. No Comments on One suspect taken into custody after Pleasant Hill pursuit

Damage to a sheriff’s office vehicle after deputies attempted to end a pursuit. (Courtesy of Cass County Sheriff’s Office) One suspect taken into custody after Pleasant Hill pursuit By Raymore Journal staff At about 1 p.m. on July 10, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office received a call of shots fired in the 26000 block of 159th street in rural Pleasant Hill. Deputies observed the suspect in a stolen vehicle near the scene and a pursuit ensued. The suspect’s vehicle continued through the streets of the Pleasant Hill area until a push bumper of a patrol vehicle was used to stop the...

Three people injured by gunfire in Peculiar

Written on July 13, 2022. Posted in Raymore News, Uncategorized. No Comments on Three people injured by gunfire in Peculiar

Scene where three people were injured by gunfire in rural Peculiar. (Courtesy of the Cass County Sheriff’s Office) Three people injured by gunfire in Peculiar By Raymore Journal staff At approximately 1242 a.m. on July 10, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office received a call of shots fired in the 7600 block of East 233rd street in rural Peculiar. Deputies (with the assistance of the Peculiar Police Department, and Missouri State Highway Patrol) responded to the scene and located three victims that had been hit by gunfire. After the scene was secured, all three victims were transported...

I-49 widening, dozens of Cass County transport projects receive state approval

Written on July 13, 2022. Posted in Local News, Uncategorized. No Comments on I-49 widening, dozens of Cass County transport projects receive state approval

This photo was taken from the Highway 58 bridge overlooking Interstate 49 at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 10. At the same time during the week, this section of I-49 is usually heavily congested. (Tyson Fisher / Raymore Journal) I-49 widening, dozens of Cass County transport projects receive state approval By Raymore Journal staff It’s official. The I-49 widening project from 155th St. to North Cass Parkway is receiving funding from the state. On July 6, the Missouri Highway Transportation Commission approved the $10 billion Statewide Transportation Improves Program (STIP). The program includes...

Controversial project APPROVED by city council; residents’ concerns addressed

Written on July 13, 2022. Posted in Uncategorized. No Comments on Controversial project APPROVED by city council; residents’ concerns addressed

Surrounding area of where the Raymore Commerce Center South is to be built. (Tyson Fisher / Raymore Journal) Controversial project APPROVED by city council; residents’ concerns addressed By Raymore Journal staff After going back to the drawing board, the Raymore Commerce Center South project has been approved by the city council. On Monday, July 11, the Raymore City Council voted unanimously to move forward with the Raymore Commerce Center South project. Several residents had spoken out against the project during a previous council meeting in May, forcing the council to table the item. According...

Republican Mike Haffner – Part 2

Written on July 8, 2022. Posted in Raymore News, Uncategorized. No Comments on Republican Mike Haffner – Part 2

Republican Mike Haffner – Part 2 By Raymore Journal staff Do you know your state representative, Mike Haffner, and what he stands for? The Raymore Journal caught up with Rep. Haffner and had him break down every bill he has introduced during the current session of Missouri’s General Assembly. Elected to his first two-year term in 2018, Haffner is poised for reelection this November as he is running unopposed for District 55’s seat in the Missouri House of Representative. What can Cass County residents expect from Haffner during his next term? The Raymore Journal reached out to the Cass...

Controversial project on hold; trash service cost to increase

Written on July 8, 2022. Posted in Local Events, Local Government, Uncategorized. No Comments on Controversial project on hold; trash service cost to increase

(Top) Ranch Road existing perspective. (Bottom) Ranch Road Future Perspective Controversial project on hold; trash service cost to increase By Raymore Journal staff In addition to developers hitting the pause button on the Raymore Commerce Center South project, the last Raymore City Council meeting included a budget amendment that will increase the cost of trash and recycling services. Raymore Commerce Center South tabled On June 27, VanTrust Real Estate requested that a first reading regarding a Planned Unit Development and preliminary plan be removed indefinitely. The PUD is for the Raymore...

Where to buy fireworks in Raymore

Written on June 30, 2022. Posted in Local News, Uncategorized. No Comments on Where to buy fireworks in Raymore

Where to buy fireworks in Raymore By Raymore Journal staff It’s time to stock up on fireworks as we celebrate Independence Day, but where can you buy them in Raymore? According to city documents, Raymore has approved five fireworks sales application this year: Beacon of Hope Church – Willowind Shopping Center, 1294 W. Foxwood Dr. (west center parking lot of the property) GPS Investment – St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1111 W. Foxwood Dr. (west of church property) Mackey Fireworks – Pine Street Center, 400 W. Pine St. (south of El Dorado restaurant) Sparkie’s Fireworks...

Know your state representative – Republican Mike Haffner’s bills explained

Written on June 30, 2022. Posted in Local News, Uncategorized. No Comments on Know your state representative – Republican Mike Haffner’s bills explained

Know your state representative – Republican Mike Haffner’s bills, explained By Raymore Journal staff Do you know your state representative, Mike Haffner, and what he stands for? The Raymore Journal caught up with Rep. Haffner and had him break down every bill he has introduced during the current session of Missouri’s General Assembly. Elected to his first two-year term in 2018, Haffner is poised for reelection this November as he is running unopposed for District 55’s seat in the Missouri House of Representative. What can Cass County residents expect from Haffner during his next term? The...

Belton Police Department unveils ‘soft’ interview room

Written on June 30, 2022. Posted in Local News, Uncategorized. No Comments on Belton Police Department unveils ‘soft’ interview room

Belton Police Department unveils ‘soft’ interview room By Raymore Journal staff In an effort to make victims and witnesses more comfortable, the Belton Police Department is launching what it calls its new “soft” interview room. Recently, the Belton Police Victim Advocate Unit unveiled its new “soft” interview room and announced the appointment of a dedicated sex crimes / domestic violence detective. The additions to the Belton Police Department is the work of Victim Advocate Crystal Beal. What is a soft interview room? You might be familiar with normal interview rooms typically seen in crime...