Harris Law

01/25/2026

Office Closure Notice – Monday, January 26, 2026

Due to hazardous road conditions, Christian County Offices and the Christian County Courts will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026.

As a result, our office will also be closed.

Please stay warm and stay safe. We will resume normal operations when the courts reopen.

12/08/2025

Did you know our office has been a donation location for Santa's Toy Drive - CC since it first began? We have proudly provided a space for a donation box for years, and we want it full when it gets picked up. If you want to help provide gifts to children and teens in need of gifts this holiday season then we would love for you to stop by our office and drop some in the box. Our box is located right by our front door so you can get in and out quickly. Our office hours are 8:30 to 5:00.

🎄 Santa's Toy Drive - CC Needs Your Help! 🎄

We are in our 5th year of serving children all across Christian County and surrounding counties, and the need this year is extreme. Since we started this mission 4 years ago we’ve helped over 1,800 children, and we’re currently sitting at about 200 more than last year — but to be real business sponsorship's are at an all-time low.

We have many amazing businesses partnering with us by hosting donation bins. Please check the map to find the closest location to drop off a toy. We also offer multiple ways to give: Amazon Wish List, Venmo, and PayPal.

Some FUN FACTS about Santa's Toy Drive - We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, run 100% by volunteers. We may not be a big nonprofit, but we serve a big mission field. Any donation or sponsorship — big or small — truly helps. Tax receipts are available upon request.

If you’d like to donate or sponsor, please reach out. Thank you for helping us make Christmas happen for our community’s children. 🎁💛

Amazon Wish List - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11K5RF1HAZRB3?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwY2xjawOcZ9dleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFvVGhuZHBFYlJZSzIyUWJuc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjlOzJk_5joj6qGuYJAOJBJHZPWWxWXzz-B47Rt2a8Ia0TpGLalLvc8j054q_aem_3FjkUTzpYFcALU_ufG2_Pw

Google Interactive Map to find DONATION LOCATIONS - https://maps.app.goo.gl/WtWwagkCzwQixL1RA

Venmo - https://account.venmo.com/u/SantasToyDriveCC

Paypal - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=4XTYQUZV79E54&fbclid=IwAR13a4scWrWGozF9ftyI1wscNr9nDzSyqDbgtAk-FvkubcgBtjyHmcbnq04

Volunteer for event - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EA9AC2FA3FEC34-57256383-5thannual #/

04/29/2025

Our office was hit by the storm this morning. We have several limbs down, and one of those limbs is blocking our drive. It is currently impossible to get into or out of our driveway, until our clean up crew arrives. Please call the office if you have a need today that would warrant you coming in. We do have a crew on the way, so we hope to have access to our drive again later today.

04/18/2025

Harris Law, LLC will be closed on Good Friday, April 18th.

We hope everyone has a peaceful and meaningful day. We will resume normal business hours on Monday. Thank you for your understanding.

— Joel Harris & the Harris Law Team

02/19/2025

Christian County offices and Courts will open at 10 AM tomorrow morning, Thursday, February 20th due to weather.

02/12/2025

Due to inclement weather, Harris Law, LLC will be closed today, February 12, 2025. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for our area until 9:00 PM CST, with mixed precipitation and hazardous road conditions expected. Please stay safe, and we look forward to assisting you when we reopen.

01/10/2025

Harris Law office will be closed today due to weather. Enjoy your snow day!

01/10/2025

All Greene County offices, departments, and judicial courts that are open to the public will be closed on Friday, Jan. 10. due to the ongoing winter weather and road conditions. They will reopen during their normal business hours on Monday, Jan. 13.

Crews with the county's Highway Dept. are currently plowing, clearing, and treating roads and will continue the process through this afternoon.

The Greene County Commissioners will still attend today's statutorily required 2025 budget presentation and adoption at 1pm in room 212 of the county's Historic Courthouse. Citizens are welcome to attend the event in person or use the virtual option below. If attending in person, use the east door entrance of the Historic Courthouse on Robberson Ave.

Virtual option meeting link: https://gcmo.webex.com/gcmo/j.php?MTID=mee562cc6d928685481a490f00f5311ac

Meeting number: 2484 853 3260
Password: 2025GCBudget
Join by phone: 1-415-655-0001
Access code: 2484 853 3260

12/01/2024

Nixa’s Journey to the State Championship: A Day of Heart, Grit, and the “Toothless Wonder”

The story of Nixa football’s season has been one of belief, resilience, and an unrelenting will to win. On Saturday afternoon, in the Class 6 state semifinal against Kirkwood, that story reached its most exhilarating chapter yet.

With the Eagles’ first trip to the state championship since 2014 on the line, Nixa turned to the same qualities that have carried them all season: a powerhouse offensive line, a relentless defense, and a senior running back who refuses to be stopped.

The result? A 56-46 victory that was as thrilling as it was definitive, led by a record-breaking performance from Dylan “The Toothless Wonder” Rebura.

A Running Game for the Ages

“One time, over the headset, one of our coaches said, ‘Man, just keep giving it to the Toothless Wonder,’” head coach John Perry said. “And that’s exactly what we did.”

Rebura, the senior running back whose determination has become the heartbeat of this Nixa team, put on a performance for the history books. Carrying the ball 35 times for 316 yards and six touchdowns, Rebura’s relentless running overwhelmed a Kirkwood defense that simply couldn’t stop him.

“They always pack the box,” Rebura said. “But we have the best O-Line in the state, and I’m the best running back in the state. We’re going to run it down your throat.”

And that’s exactly what they did. On a day when Nixa attempted just three passes, the Eagles leaned on their offensive line and their star running back to power through every challenge Kirkwood threw their way.

“They were going to sell out to stop the run,” Perry said. “We knew that, but we didn’t think they could. We’ve leaned on our offensive line all year long, and they delivered again today.”

A Game-Changing Play on Defense

While Rebura and the offense were nearly unstoppable, it was the Nixa defense that delivered the game’s defining moment.

Late in the second quarter, with Kirkwood driving and threatening to cut Nixa’s lead to four points, cornerback Randy Flint stepped into the spotlight. As a bobbled ball floated in the air, Flint seized the opportunity, intercepting the pass and sprinting 92 yards for a touchdown.

“As a kid, you dream of moments like that,” Flint said. “There’s no better feeling than running into the end zone, especially on defense, in front of this crowd.”

Instead of a one-score game, Nixa went into halftime leading 35-17. The pick-six proved to be the turning point, giving the Eagles just enough cushion to withstand Kirkwood’s second-half offensive surge.

A Test of Grit and Toughness

Kirkwood didn’t go quietly. Led by quarterback Owen Nesslage, who threw for 451 yards and five touchdowns, the Pioneers scored on every possession in the second half. But every time they closed the gap, Nixa responded.

Even when Rebura went down briefly with muscle cramps late in the third quarter, the Eagles didn’t flinch. After sitting out one play, Rebura returned to the field and immediately broke off a 46-yard run, finishing the drive with a five-yard touchdown.

“I knew when I saw it was just cramps, he’d be fine,” Perry said. “Dylan’s the toughest guy I’ve ever coached. If I ever need to clear out a bar, I’m taking him with me.”

A Journey Nears Its Pinnacle

As the final whistle blew, Nixa’s players and fans celebrated a victory that was years in the making. Under Perry, who took over as head coach in 2020, the Eagles have built a program defined by strength, discipline, and belief.

“It’s been a long time in the works,” Perry said. “Our guys have bought in—weight room, practice, film study. They believe in themselves, and it shows.”

Now, Nixa stands one win away from the ultimate prize: a state championship. The Eagles (13-0) will face De Smet (11-2) on Friday, Dec. 6, at Faurot Field in Columbia.

For Rebura, the mission is clear. “A lot of people doubted us,” he said. “They’re not saying anything now. We’re going to the state championship.”

For Nixa, this season has been about more than just winning. It’s been about overcoming adversity, silencing doubt, and playing for something greater than themselves. And as they prepare for the biggest game of their lives, the journey isn’t just theirs—it’s one the entire community is watching, hoping, and believing in.

One more game. One more chapter. One more chance to turn this season into a legacy.

(Photo by Nathan Papes/Springfield News-Leader)

11/23/2024

Nixa’s Drive to Destiny: A Quarterfinal Victory for the Ages

Some moments in sports transcend the game. They become something greater—a memory etched into the hearts of those who lived it, a story passed down to those who didn’t. On a cold November night in Lee’s Summit, Nixa High School’s football team had one of those moments.

With 2:04 left on the clock and the Eagles trailing by six points in the Class 6 state quarterfinal, their season rested in the hands of a sophomore quarterback standing 89 yards from the end zone. The task ahead was monumental, the stakes immeasurable. But in those moments, heroes rise.

A Season of Preparation for This Moment
All year long, Nixa practiced its two-minute drill. Coach John Perry had orchestrated countless situations where his offense squared off against the starting defense, preparing for nights like this one. The offense never won.

But that never shook Perry’s faith. “We didn’t look great for a while,” he said. “But how you finish matters.”

The Eagles had started the game strong, relying on their star running back, Dylan Rebura, and a dominant offensive line to build a 14-7 lead. But the Broncos, a team loaded with talent and grit, adjusted. They shut down the run, forced turnovers, and turned the game into a defensive slugfest. By the fourth quarter, Nixa’s offense had sputtered, managing just three completions and two interceptions.

Yet, despite everything, the Eagles’ defense had held firm. And now, with the game on the line, the ball was in Adam McKnight’s hands.

🦅 The Heart of a Sophomore 🦅

McKnight wasn’t having his best game. He was a young quarterback in a high-pressure situation, struggling against one of the best defenses in the state. But as he jogged onto the field, the chants of the opposing student section faded into the background. Perry’s message to him was clear: “Let’s go do it.”

The drive began with a scramble, McKnight finding eight yards with his legs, then another short completion to Rebura. Bit by bit, the Eagles moved down the field. A nine-yard pass here. A quick scamper there. Time was slipping away, but Nixa was alive.

And then came the play that brought the stadium to its feet.

Out of a timeout, McKnight dropped back to pass. The Broncos’ defensive line closed in, threatening to end the drive before it could truly begin. But McKnight wouldn’t go down. He escaped one defender, then another, then found himself in open space.

Running with everything he had, McKnight made three tacklers miss, sprinting 31 yards before finally being brought down at the Broncos’ 19-yard line. He stayed on the ground for a moment, his ankle twisted in the turf during the tackle, blood soaking through his sock. The crowd held its breath.

But McKnight got up. Because that’s what players do when everything is on the line.

🦅A Perfect Throw, A Perfect Catch🦅

With 15.8 seconds left, Nixa called a play named “Empty Brady.” Rebura ran his route, drawing the safety’s attention. That left senior receiver Wyatt Vincent—fast, sure-handed, and as dependable as they come—in single coverage.

McKnight saw the matchup immediately. He took the snap, dropped back, and lofted a pass toward the back corner of the end zone. It was a 50-50 ball, the kind quarterbacks throw when they trust their receivers completely.

Vincent leaped, reaching for the ball as a Broncos defender tipped it. For a moment, it seemed the pass might fall incomplete. But Vincent kept his focus, trapping the ball against his body as he fell to the ground.

The referee raised his arms, signaling the touchdown.

For a heartbeat, there was silence. Then, Nixa’s sideline erupted in celebration.

“There was no feeling like it,” Vincent said. “I just had to make sure I came down with it. I heard their sideline go silent and then ours go crazy.”

🦅A Moment to Remember🦅

Kicker Braden Kahmke calmly knocked in the extra point, giving Nixa a 21-20 lead. The Broncos had one final chance, but their desperation passes fell incomplete. The Eagles stormed the field, their journey through years of heartbreak finally breaking through the quarterfinal ceiling.

As the team embraced on the field, tears streamed down the faces of players, coaches, and fans alike. McKnight, once a struggling sophomore quarterback, stood at the center of it all. “Words can’t express this,” he said. “It was brotherhood. We fought together.”

Coach Perry smiled, his voice filled with pride. “When adversity hits, how are you going to bounce back? That’s what we did tonight. That’s what these kids are about.”

Nixa will play Kirkwood in the state semifinals on Thanksgiving weekend. But for the Eagles, no matter what happens next, they’ll carry this night with them forever. A night of heart. A night of brotherhood. A night when belief turned into destiny.