Daily Archives: June 8, 2026

Two Dead Following Sunday Collision in DeKalb County

A 42-year-old woman and a 43-year-old man were killed in a vehicle crash Sunday morning in DeKalb County. According to officials, the woman’s car was traveling east on U.S. Highway 36 when it struck a load being towed by a commercial truck crossing the intersection. Both occupants of the car were pronounced dead at the…

Swim Advisory Issued for Smithville Lake Beaches

Clay County officials have issued a swim advisory for the Camp Branch and Little Platte beaches at Smithville Lake due to elevated E. coli levels. The bacteria, which can naturally increase following heavy rainfall or wildlife activity, prompted the county to post warning signs advising against swimming. Officials say the water is tested every two…