Call 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org to make an appointment.
Friday, February 28, 2014
Red Cross Blood Drive in Adrian
There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive in Adrian on March 4th from 1 – 6pm at the Adrian Optimist Building on South Business 71 Highway.
Call 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org to make an appointment.
Call 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org to make an appointment.
Big Winter Storm Headed our Way
Today will feature warmer temperatures, with highs climbing into the 40s.
A few spotty showers will be possible later today, and a few of these showers may contain sleet. Later tonight, another area of precipitation will move through, producing a rain/snow/sleet mixture over northern Missouri/Kansas. Little accumulation is expected.
A big winter storm will move through the area this weekend, with precipitation developing late Saturday and continuing through Sunday. Potential exists for upwards of 6 or more inches of snow by Monday morning. However, please note that not all areas indicated may see 6+ inches of snow. There will likely be a narrow, but heavy band of snow to form where enhanced totals will be possible.
Warmer air could allow sleet to be possible as precipitation forms Saturday night.
This could also lower totals for some. This remains a very fluid forecast, so you are urged to continue to monitor for the latest totals and impacts. Of high confidence is near record cold temperatures Sunday and Monday.
Temperatures may not break 10 degrees on Sunday, which would be the coldest high temperature ever recorded in Kansas City during March. The record is 11 degrees set on March 4, 1978.
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A few spotty showers will be possible later today, and a few of these showers may contain sleet. Later tonight, another area of precipitation will move through, producing a rain/snow/sleet mixture over northern Missouri/Kansas. Little accumulation is expected.
A big winter storm will move through the area this weekend, with precipitation developing late Saturday and continuing through Sunday. Potential exists for upwards of 6 or more inches of snow by Monday morning. However, please note that not all areas indicated may see 6+ inches of snow. There will likely be a narrow, but heavy band of snow to form where enhanced totals will be possible.
Warmer air could allow sleet to be possible as precipitation forms Saturday night.
This could also lower totals for some. This remains a very fluid forecast, so you are urged to continue to monitor for the latest totals and impacts. Of high confidence is near record cold temperatures Sunday and Monday.
Temperatures may not break 10 degrees on Sunday, which would be the coldest high temperature ever recorded in Kansas City during March. The record is 11 degrees set on March 4, 1978.
Keep up with Local Weather
Stay updated with our Interactive Radar
Or visit MoDOT.org
Boating Safety Certification Courses
The following boating safety certification courses are being offered to the public at the Harry S. Truman Visitor Center, 2907 Visitor Center Road, Warsaw, Missouri:
1. Saturday, March 22, 2014
2. Wednesday, May 28, 2014
3. Saturday, September 13, 2014
The training will begin at 9 a.m. and be completed at 3 p.m. Students must be present to satisfy requirements for the boating safety card. There is no fee for this course; however, students are required to pre-register online, as seating will be limited and notification may be sent in the event the course is canceled. For more information, to register for this course, or to obtain a complete listing of where other courses are being offered, you may visit the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s website at www.mshp.dps.mo.gov. Once there, select “Divisions”, “Water Patrol Division”, and then “Boater Safety Education & Certification.”
Missouri law requires any person born after January 1, 1984, to carry a boating safety certification card along with a picture ID anytime they operate a vessel, which includes personal watercraft, on Missouri lakes. Any student who successfully passes this course will be eligible to order the boating safety certification card, which costs $15.
1. Saturday, March 22, 2014
2. Wednesday, May 28, 2014
3. Saturday, September 13, 2014
The training will begin at 9 a.m. and be completed at 3 p.m. Students must be present to satisfy requirements for the boating safety card. There is no fee for this course; however, students are required to pre-register online, as seating will be limited and notification may be sent in the event the course is canceled. For more information, to register for this course, or to obtain a complete listing of where other courses are being offered, you may visit the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s website at www.mshp.dps.mo.gov. Once there, select “Divisions”, “Water Patrol Division”, and then “Boater Safety Education & Certification.”
Missouri law requires any person born after January 1, 1984, to carry a boating safety certification card along with a picture ID anytime they operate a vessel, which includes personal watercraft, on Missouri lakes. Any student who successfully passes this course will be eligible to order the boating safety certification card, which costs $15.
Retirement Celebration for Coach George Bruto
George Bruto, head coach at Adrian High School since 1986 announced his retirement on January 15, 2014. He finished his career with a 240-77 record, a win total that places him in the top 15 all-time in Missouri.
Coach Bruto’s career includes a Class 1 state title in 2002, another title appearance in 1987, along with eight more trips to the semifinals.
A retirement celebration will be held on Saturday, March 15th in the Adrian R-III East Gym and Commons. A recognition program will be from 4 – 5pm and a reception will follow.
Come out and show your appreciation as well as celebrate the outstanding career of Coach Bruto.
For more information call Secondary Principal Don Lile at 816-297-2158 or Adrian School Board President David Knuth at 816-738-3482.
Coach Bruto’s career includes a Class 1 state title in 2002, another title appearance in 1987, along with eight more trips to the semifinals.
A retirement celebration will be held on Saturday, March 15th in the Adrian R-III East Gym and Commons. A recognition program will be from 4 – 5pm and a reception will follow.
Come out and show your appreciation as well as celebrate the outstanding career of Coach Bruto.
For more information call Secondary Principal Don Lile at 816-297-2158 or Adrian School Board President David Knuth at 816-738-3482.
Bill Yarberry of Milo Mo Files for 126th District.
Bill Yarberry of Milo MO has filed as a candidate as State Representative for the 126th District which covers Vernon and Bates County. Mr. Yarberry is a lifelong farmer, former owner of a retail business as well as an Army Veteran.
Mr. Yarberry and his wife Linda live on a farm in Milo Missouri and they have 3 children and 7 grandchildren.
Mr. Yarberry and his wife Linda live on a farm in Milo Missouri and they have 3 children and 7 grandchildren.
Cass County Tactical Team Executes Search Warrant
Cass County – The Cass County Sheriff's Office Tactical Response Team executed a search warrant at a residence in Peculiar for evidence of a burglary and invasion of privacy and located a methamphetamines lab.
Cass County Sheriff's Deputies were originally called to the duplex in the 21000 block of S. Soryl Ave in Peculiar when the reporting party found a video camera installed in a bathroom exhaust fan. The wire connecting the camera was traced back to the attached neighbor’s residence in the duplex.
Investigators and Cass County Tactical Response Team executed the search warrant around 5:00 am on Wednesday morning. During a search of the residence investigators located a methamphetamine lab, firearm, and child pornography.
At the time of the search warrant an adult male, adult female and four juveniles were found in the house. The suspect, Gerald L. Campos, 46, was not at the residence and surrendered himself to authorities on Thursday morning.
Campos has been charged with Burglary 1st Degree, Attempted Invasion of Privacy 1st Degree, Attempt to manufacture a controlled substance, Endangering welfare of child 1st degree, Unlawful possession of a firearm and Possession of child pornography.
Campos is currently being held in the Cass County Jail on a $100,000.00 bond.
Cass County Sheriff's Deputies were originally called to the duplex in the 21000 block of S. Soryl Ave in Peculiar when the reporting party found a video camera installed in a bathroom exhaust fan. The wire connecting the camera was traced back to the attached neighbor’s residence in the duplex.
Investigators and Cass County Tactical Response Team executed the search warrant around 5:00 am on Wednesday morning. During a search of the residence investigators located a methamphetamine lab, firearm, and child pornography.
At the time of the search warrant an adult male, adult female and four juveniles were found in the house. The suspect, Gerald L. Campos, 46, was not at the residence and surrendered himself to authorities on Thursday morning.
Campos has been charged with Burglary 1st Degree, Attempted Invasion of Privacy 1st Degree, Attempt to manufacture a controlled substance, Endangering welfare of child 1st degree, Unlawful possession of a firearm and Possession of child pornography.
Campos is currently being held in the Cass County Jail on a $100,000.00 bond.
Thursday, February 27, 2014
MO Statewide Tornado Drill and Severe Weather Awareness Week
JEFFERSON CITY – The National Weather Service, the State Emergency Management Agency and Missouri's local emergency management offices urge Missourians to use Missouri Severe Weather Awareness Week, March 3-7, to plan and prepare for how they will react to tornadoes, flash flooding and other severe weather. Missouri will conduct the 40th annual Statewide Tornado Drill on Tuesday, March 4 at 1:30 p.m. If severe weather is in the forecast on March 4, the drill will be moved to Thursday, March 6 at 1:30 p.m.
On March 4, Missouri outdoor warning sirens and weather alert radios will sound, indicating that Missourians should seek shelter during the statewide tornado drill. The safest shelter location is the basement or an interior room in the lowest level of a building. The drill is complete once everyone is accounted for in the designated shelters.
Remember:
· Tornado watch means watch the sky. A tornado may form during a thunderstorm.
· Tornado warning means seek shelter immediately.
· An interior room without windows on the lowest floor is the safest shelter location.
· Do not seek shelter in a cafeteria, gymnasium or other large open room because the roof might collapse.
· Immediately leave a mobile home to seek shelter in a nearby building.
· Overpasses are not safe. An overpass' under-the-girder-type construction can cause a dangerous wind tunnel effect.
· If you are driving, you should stop and take shelter in a nearby building.
· If you are driving in a rural area, drive away from the tornado to the closest building. If you cannot get away, seek shelter in a roadside ditch. Protect yourself from flying debris by covering your head with your arms, a coat or a blanket. Be prepared to move quickly in case the ditch fills with water
· Never drive into standing water. It can take less than six inches of fast moving water to make a slow moving car float. Once floating, a vehicle can overturn and sink.
On March 4, Missouri outdoor warning sirens and weather alert radios will sound, indicating that Missourians should seek shelter during the statewide tornado drill. The safest shelter location is the basement or an interior room in the lowest level of a building. The drill is complete once everyone is accounted for in the designated shelters.
Remember:
· Tornado watch means watch the sky. A tornado may form during a thunderstorm.
· Tornado warning means seek shelter immediately.
· An interior room without windows on the lowest floor is the safest shelter location.
· Do not seek shelter in a cafeteria, gymnasium or other large open room because the roof might collapse.
· Immediately leave a mobile home to seek shelter in a nearby building.
· Overpasses are not safe. An overpass' under-the-girder-type construction can cause a dangerous wind tunnel effect.
· If you are driving, you should stop and take shelter in a nearby building.
· If you are driving in a rural area, drive away from the tornado to the closest building. If you cannot get away, seek shelter in a roadside ditch. Protect yourself from flying debris by covering your head with your arms, a coat or a blanket. Be prepared to move quickly in case the ditch fills with water
· Never drive into standing water. It can take less than six inches of fast moving water to make a slow moving car float. Once floating, a vehicle can overturn and sink.
Bates County Memorial Hospital Employee of the Month for March
JANICE SCHAPELER is recognized as the Bates County Memorial Hospital Employee of the Month for March, 2014. Janice began her employment at BCMH in 1985. Janice has worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant, and currently works in the Housekeeping Department. Janice treats everyone she meets with kindness, recognizing everyone is important. She is extremely conscientious in her job duties and cleans until everything sparkles. Janice is a long-time, valued employee with an extraordinary work ethic and deserving of Employee of the Month recognition.
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Butler Public Library 2014 "Wish List"
The Butler Public Library has released their 2014 “Wish List”. They need monetary donations for the purchase of:
3 – new blinds for the community room
7 – 8-foot tables ($100 each)
8 – chair mats ($40 each)
1 – oscillating stand fan ($40)
1 – computer table ($350)
As well as contributions to help fund Story Hour, the Summer Reading Program and new children’s books.
The Butler Public Library offers the use of three public computers; a reading room to relax while reading; a resource center to explore historical connections; and a book club that meets monthly.
The library also has added e-books to their collection for their patrons. You can search the library catalog for books, create a user account, manage your library account, place books on hold and see what you have checked. The website is https://butlerpubliclibrary.follettdestiny.com take the time check out all the services at the Butler Public Library.
3 – new blinds for the community room
7 – 8-foot tables ($100 each)
8 – chair mats ($40 each)
1 – oscillating stand fan ($40)
1 – computer table ($350)
As well as contributions to help fund Story Hour, the Summer Reading Program and new children’s books.
The Butler Public Library offers the use of three public computers; a reading room to relax while reading; a resource center to explore historical connections; and a book club that meets monthly.
The library also has added e-books to their collection for their patrons. You can search the library catalog for books, create a user account, manage your library account, place books on hold and see what you have checked. The website is https://butlerpubliclibrary.follettdestiny.com take the time check out all the services at the Butler Public Library.
Time is Running Out
Tick Tock Tick Tock, only 2 days left to purchase your winning ticket for a brand new set of Firestone Tires valued at $500. There are only 11 tickets left to purchase, let’s get them sold today.
In addition to winning the tires, the Olathe Firestone Dealer at 135th and Blackbob have sweetened the deal. If you redeem your winning ticket at the Olathe Firestone Dealership you will also receive a lifetime alignment valued at $179.00. So in addition to a free set of Firestone Tires you also will have a lifetime alignment of those tires and the total cost to you was just purchasing a ticket for only $5.00.
All funds generated from this raffle will go to provide little extra’s like Pizza or a movie night for the Boys Center at Rich Hill. Get your $5.00 tickets at Security Bank or from Doug at the Center. Call 417-283-1500 for ticket purchases or delivery.
In addition to winning the tires, the Olathe Firestone Dealer at 135th and Blackbob have sweetened the deal. If you redeem your winning ticket at the Olathe Firestone Dealership you will also receive a lifetime alignment valued at $179.00. So in addition to a free set of Firestone Tires you also will have a lifetime alignment of those tires and the total cost to you was just purchasing a ticket for only $5.00.
All funds generated from this raffle will go to provide little extra’s like Pizza or a movie night for the Boys Center at Rich Hill. Get your $5.00 tickets at Security Bank or from Doug at the Center. Call 417-283-1500 for ticket purchases or delivery.
Colon Cancer Awareness Luncheon
The Bates County Memorial Hospital is sponsoring a free Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, March 11th from 12:00 – 1:00pm. The featured speaker will be Dr. William Joyce who will be discussing Colon Cancer and its cure. Dr. Joyce has his clinic at the Bates County Memorial Hospital.
If you would like to attend the luncheon please contact Cheryl Hebblethwaite at 660-200-7046 to make your reservations. The Education Center is located in the basement of the Bates County Memorial Hospital. Parking is available in the East parking lot, lower level.
If you would like to attend the luncheon please contact Cheryl Hebblethwaite at 660-200-7046 to make your reservations. The Education Center is located in the basement of the Bates County Memorial Hospital. Parking is available in the East parking lot, lower level.
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Chili Cook Off
The Virginia Methodist Church will have their annual chili cook-off on Saturday March 1st from 5 - 7 in the Youth Fellowship building. The free will donation dinner will include chili or soup, a drink and dessert. Activities include a silent auction, games and door prizes. All proceeds will go toward scholarships for seniors.
Men's Wild Game Dinner
The Rich Hill 1st Baptist Church will host a men's "Wild Game Dinner" on March 1st beginning at 6pm. The free event will be held in the old Rich Hill High School Gym. Call 417-395-4477 to purchase a ticket and tickets will also be available at the door.
Go Blue for Colon Awareness
The Bates County Memorial Hospital staff and volunteers invite everyone to join them in wearing blue on Friday, March 7th to signify awareness of Colon Cancer. Show your support by wearing “blue” on Friday, March 7th.
Butler Optimists Donate to Children’s Center
The Butler Optimists donate $170 to help support the Children’s Center in Butler.
Children’s Center was founded in 1996 by a group of citizens concerned that children should not be interviewed over and over again about an abusive incident. At that time many children were interviewed in busy police departments or in their own homes where the abuse occurred. Medical exams were provided in emergency rooms where children waited for hours to get an exam. Prosecution rates were low and the number of unresolved cases was high. With the intent of solving these problems, this community group became the first board of directors of Children’s Center.
In October, 2009, Children’s Center opened a fourth child advocacy center in Butler, Missouri. Once again a dedicated group of community individuals and a strong multidisciplinary team, all wanting a better way to provide services for alleged child abuse victims and their families, made this center possible. Other Centers include Joplin, Monett and Nevada.
Children’s Center of SW MO has provided advocacy services to over 11,000 children since opening in 1997 in twelve southwest Missouri Counties. Services are available to all children regardless of religion, race, disability, national origin or ancestry and at no charge to the families.
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Jim Platt; Randy Kash Optimist President and Mike Hill[/caption]
Children’s Center was founded in 1996 by a group of citizens concerned that children should not be interviewed over and over again about an abusive incident. At that time many children were interviewed in busy police departments or in their own homes where the abuse occurred. Medical exams were provided in emergency rooms where children waited for hours to get an exam. Prosecution rates were low and the number of unresolved cases was high. With the intent of solving these problems, this community group became the first board of directors of Children’s Center.
In October, 2009, Children’s Center opened a fourth child advocacy center in Butler, Missouri. Once again a dedicated group of community individuals and a strong multidisciplinary team, all wanting a better way to provide services for alleged child abuse victims and their families, made this center possible. Other Centers include Joplin, Monett and Nevada.
Children’s Center of SW MO has provided advocacy services to over 11,000 children since opening in 1997 in twelve southwest Missouri Counties. Services are available to all children regardless of religion, race, disability, national origin or ancestry and at no charge to the families.
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Jim Platt; Randy Kash Optimist President and Mike Hill[/caption]
Butler Fire Department News Release, Jim Henry, Chief
At approximately 5:50 A.M., Feb. 26, the Butler Fire Department responded on CR 5251 approx. 1/2 mi. N. of CR 3252 for a report of a structure fire involving a barn.
On arrival, a barn approximately 30' X 40' was fully involved in fire, and most of the structure had collapsed. There was some extension to some fence around the barn
The structure was a total loss. All livestock were accounted for and not injured.
Mutual aid responded from Adrian and Amsterdam Fire Departments, with Amsterdam being cancelled prior to arrival. All units were back in quarters by 7:22 A.M.
On arrival, a barn approximately 30' X 40' was fully involved in fire, and most of the structure had collapsed. There was some extension to some fence around the barn
The structure was a total loss. All livestock were accounted for and not injured.
Mutual aid responded from Adrian and Amsterdam Fire Departments, with Amsterdam being cancelled prior to arrival. All units were back in quarters by 7:22 A.M.
2013 Bates County Century Farm Families
Guidelines to qualify for the Century Farm Families includes the same family must have owned the farm for 100 consecutive years or more as of Dec. 31st.
The line of ownership from the original settler or buyer may be through children, grandchildren, siblings and nephews or nieces, including through marriage or adoption.
The present farm shall consist of no less than 40 acres of the original land and shall make a financial contribution to the overall farm income
Congratulations to the 2013 Bates County Century Farm Families: from left, family members from the following farms are shown: Kent and Lori Page farm; W.H. Durst and Durst Brothers, Marvin C. and Aubrey D. farm; Lutsenhizer farm; Griffin farms; and Kevin and Mary Fischer farm. Not present for photo: representatives from the Julien farm.
The line of ownership from the original settler or buyer may be through children, grandchildren, siblings and nephews or nieces, including through marriage or adoption.
The present farm shall consist of no less than 40 acres of the original land and shall make a financial contribution to the overall farm income
Congratulations to the 2013 Bates County Century Farm Families: from left, family members from the following farms are shown: Kent and Lori Page farm; W.H. Durst and Durst Brothers, Marvin C. and Aubrey D. farm; Lutsenhizer farm; Griffin farms; and Kevin and Mary Fischer farm. Not present for photo: representatives from the Julien farm.
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Butler Saddle Club Dance
The Butler Saddle Club will be having a Saturday Night Dance this Saturday, March 1st. Distant Kin from Springfield will be entertaining everyone from 9 – 1 in the Bates County Fairgrounds Youth Building.
The cost is only $10 per person or $15 per couple but you must be 21 to enter.
The cost is only $10 per person or $15 per couple but you must be 21 to enter.
Boys Center in Rich Hill Sweetens the Deal
The Olathe Firestone Dealer at 135th and Blackbob have sweetened the deal if you purchase the winning ticket for the set of Firestone Tires valued at $500. If you redeem your winning ticket at the Olathe Firestone Dealership you will also receive a lifetime alignment valued at $179.00. So in addition to a free set of Firestone Tires you also will have a lifetime alignment of those tires and the total cost to you was just purchasing a ticket for only $5.00.
You only have until February 28th to purchase that winning ticket. All funds generated from this raffle will go to provide little extra’s like Pizza or a movie night for the Boys Center at Rich Hill. Get your $5.00 tickets at Security Bank or from Doug at the Center. Call 417-283-1500 for ticket purchases or delivery.
You only have until February 28th to purchase that winning ticket. All funds generated from this raffle will go to provide little extra’s like Pizza or a movie night for the Boys Center at Rich Hill. Get your $5.00 tickets at Security Bank or from Doug at the Center. Call 417-283-1500 for ticket purchases or delivery.
Personal Property Assessment Sheets Due
If you haven’t returned your personal property assessments sheets yet, the deadline of March 1st is quickly approaching. After March 1st penalties may be assessed. Send your completed forms to Roger Pruden, Bates County Assessor, 1 North Delaware Street, Butler, MO 64730 or take them to the Bates County Courthouse, the Assessor’s office is on the second floor.
Missouri Representative Randy W. Pike Files for Second Term
Jefferson City, MO - Missouri House Representative, Randy W. Pike, filed for re-election, Tuesday, February 25, 2014. Pike is currently serving in his second year as District 126 State Representative, which covers Vernon and Bates counties.
Pike was honored with Freshman Legislator of the Year for Veterans Issues in 2013.
He currently serves on several House committees, which include Agriculture Policy, Retirement, Veterans, Missouri Sportsman Issue Development, Issue Development on Workers Freedom, and Interim Committee on Cause and Spread of Chronic Wasting Disease in the Elk and White Tail Deer Population. As a legislator, he has participated in several statewide training activities encompassing agriculture, health technology, economic development, transportation, education, business & manufacturing to represent District 126.
“It is an honor to represent Bates and Vernon County constituents. As the Legislature addresses state-wide issues, I strive to provide leadership that represents individuals, communities, schools, businesses and family farms in a conscientious manner.” Pike stated. “I welcome citizens from District 126 to visit with me at the Capitol and around the district, because I am interested in listening to their ideas and concerns about current issues. Legislatively, I combine that with a lot of reading and research on the bills before I vote.”
Representative Pike’s prior experience in district issues proved to be beneficial as he stepped into his State Representative role. “My background helped reduce the learning curve that new legislators go through.” Pike said. “Having worked with the public on county and state issues, I was able to transition into my role smoothly to begin serving the constituents of Vernon and Bates counties.” Pike served as Bates County Commissioner from 2000-2012 with numerous district and state leadership and grant funding experiences.
Pike is a successful small business and farm owner in rural Adrian where he lives with his wife, Patricia, a retired school educator. They have two children, daughter, Dr. Michelle Pike and son, Dillion Pike (wife Channing), and two granddaughters, Isabella Bo and Josephine Harper Pike. Born and raised in Butler, he is the son of Wesley and Nelda Pike. Randy Pike is well known in Bates and Vernon counties as a proponent of Second Amendment Rights and for his honors as a World Champion Taxidermist and Wood Carver.
To contact Representative Pike on constituent issues email at Randy.Pike@house.mo.gov or call 573-751-5388.
Pike was honored with Freshman Legislator of the Year for Veterans Issues in 2013.
He currently serves on several House committees, which include Agriculture Policy, Retirement, Veterans, Missouri Sportsman Issue Development, Issue Development on Workers Freedom, and Interim Committee on Cause and Spread of Chronic Wasting Disease in the Elk and White Tail Deer Population. As a legislator, he has participated in several statewide training activities encompassing agriculture, health technology, economic development, transportation, education, business & manufacturing to represent District 126.
“It is an honor to represent Bates and Vernon County constituents. As the Legislature addresses state-wide issues, I strive to provide leadership that represents individuals, communities, schools, businesses and family farms in a conscientious manner.” Pike stated. “I welcome citizens from District 126 to visit with me at the Capitol and around the district, because I am interested in listening to their ideas and concerns about current issues. Legislatively, I combine that with a lot of reading and research on the bills before I vote.”
Representative Pike’s prior experience in district issues proved to be beneficial as he stepped into his State Representative role. “My background helped reduce the learning curve that new legislators go through.” Pike said. “Having worked with the public on county and state issues, I was able to transition into my role smoothly to begin serving the constituents of Vernon and Bates counties.” Pike served as Bates County Commissioner from 2000-2012 with numerous district and state leadership and grant funding experiences.
Pike is a successful small business and farm owner in rural Adrian where he lives with his wife, Patricia, a retired school educator. They have two children, daughter, Dr. Michelle Pike and son, Dillion Pike (wife Channing), and two granddaughters, Isabella Bo and Josephine Harper Pike. Born and raised in Butler, he is the son of Wesley and Nelda Pike. Randy Pike is well known in Bates and Vernon counties as a proponent of Second Amendment Rights and for his honors as a World Champion Taxidermist and Wood Carver.
To contact Representative Pike on constituent issues email at Randy.Pike@house.mo.gov or call 573-751-5388.
Bates County Sheriff’s CCW Class
The next CCW class is scheduled for March 15th. This is a free class for Bates County residents only. The class will start at 8am and lasts for 8 hours. You will be required to shoot 50 rounds with a semi-automatic and a revolver. If you are interested in taking the class, call Jami at 660-679-3232 to reserve your spot. Class size is limited and it fills up fast. So please don't wait until the last minute to sign up for it.
Show and Tell Program at the Bates County Museum
The Bates County Museum’s Annual Meeting, and Show ‘n Tell Program will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at 10:00 am in Robertson Hall, located inside the Museum’s west door.
The program is free and open to the public but the Soup/Chili Lunch will be a free will donation. Prior to the Show ‘n Tell there will be a short Historical Society Meeting in which members will vote and the 2014 Board of Directors will be certified. A brief overview of the coming season will be given and information about three major Museum projects will be discussed.
Bring an item to share or just come to see some of the amazing things folks have at home and hear their stories. For further information please call Peggy at the Museum 660-679-0134.
The program is free and open to the public but the Soup/Chili Lunch will be a free will donation. Prior to the Show ‘n Tell there will be a short Historical Society Meeting in which members will vote and the 2014 Board of Directors will be certified. A brief overview of the coming season will be given and information about three major Museum projects will be discussed.
Bring an item to share or just come to see some of the amazing things folks have at home and hear their stories. For further information please call Peggy at the Museum 660-679-0134.
Is it Prime, Choice or Select? Local 4-H’ers compete at State Meats Contest
The State 4-H Meats Contest was held Saturday, February 15, on the University of Missouri campus in Columbia. According to Alan J. Mundey, Bates County 4-H Youth Specialist, Bates County was represented by three 4-H members: Andrew Wepener, Etienne Wepener and Harrison Wepener. The boys are members of the County Line 4-H club and are the sons of Angelia and Verne Wepener of Hume.
Ben Gallup, State 4-H Youth Specialist, reports that over 30 kids competed in the competition this year. Plus, there were over 50 FFA students and their coaches who participated as a practice for their FFA district contests. Katy Shircliff, UMC animal science doctoral student and collegiate meats judging, coach states, “These contests are a great way for students to connect with the University of Missouri. Many have never been to the University before and this is a great way to help them feel welcome and get to know campus just a little better.”
The event was held in the Eckles Hall meat lab and members were able to view a variety of classes plus identify 30 cuts of meat.
To learn more about 4-H and how to get involved locally go online to http://mo4h.missouri.edu or contact the nearest University of Missouri Extension Center at 660-679-4167.
Ben Gallup, State 4-H Youth Specialist, reports that over 30 kids competed in the competition this year. Plus, there were over 50 FFA students and their coaches who participated as a practice for their FFA district contests. Katy Shircliff, UMC animal science doctoral student and collegiate meats judging, coach states, “These contests are a great way for students to connect with the University of Missouri. Many have never been to the University before and this is a great way to help them feel welcome and get to know campus just a little better.”
The event was held in the Eckles Hall meat lab and members were able to view a variety of classes plus identify 30 cuts of meat.
To learn more about 4-H and how to get involved locally go online to http://mo4h.missouri.edu or contact the nearest University of Missouri Extension Center at 660-679-4167.
Boys Youth Development Center Raffle Sweetens the Deal
The Olathe Firestone Dealer at 135th and Blackbob have sweetened the deal if you purchase the winning ticket for the set of Firestone Tires valued at $500. If you redeem your winning ticket at the Olathe Firestone Dealership you will also receive a lifetime alignment valued at $179.00. So in addition to a free set of Firestone Tires you also will have a lifetime alignment of those tires and the total cost to you was just purchasing a ticket for only $5.00.
You only have until February 28th to purchase that winning ticket. All funds generated from this raffle will go to provide little extra’s like Pizza or a movie night for the Boys Center at Rich Hill. Get your $5.00 tickets at Security Bank or from Doug at the Center. Call 417-283-1500 for ticket purchases or delivery.
You only have until February 28th to purchase that winning ticket. All funds generated from this raffle will go to provide little extra’s like Pizza or a movie night for the Boys Center at Rich Hill. Get your $5.00 tickets at Security Bank or from Doug at the Center. Call 417-283-1500 for ticket purchases or delivery.
More Snow Expected for our Area
Winter doesn't want to let go. The common theme for this winter, extended periods of cold weather with a period or two of wintery precipitation, will continue for the next week.
Very light snow or flurries are possible today with the cold temperatures. Then a much better chance for snow on Friday with a couple inches possible.
By Saturday night a second system arrives and this time sleet may accompany the snow. There is considerable uncertainty on snow and sleet amounts but early indicators suggest several more inches of snow are possible.
In addition temperatures will range from 20 to 30 degrees below seasonal averages with record cold high temperatures possible on Saturday.
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Very light snow or flurries are possible today with the cold temperatures. Then a much better chance for snow on Friday with a couple inches possible.
By Saturday night a second system arrives and this time sleet may accompany the snow. There is considerable uncertainty on snow and sleet amounts but early indicators suggest several more inches of snow are possible.
In addition temperatures will range from 20 to 30 degrees below seasonal averages with record cold high temperatures possible on Saturday.
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Congratulations for Making It to State Wrestling Competition
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Sophomore Bram Hubbard, Junior Tayje Van Voorst, Senior Trey Heckadon and Sophomore Robert Anderson.[/caption]
Sophomore Bram Hubbard, Junior Tayje Van Voorst, Senior Trey Heckadon and Sophomore Robert Anderson.[/caption]
Butler Police Department Activity Report
02/18/2014
Disturbance Dove Lane
Accident Main and Prospect
Animal complaint 20 block of E Pine
Assist DFS 800 block of S Birch
Animal bite North St
Assault report 400 block of N Main
Well-being check 700 block of Hillcrest
Assist MSHP
02/19/2014
Animal complaint Brookside Apts
Noise complaint Ft Scott and Broadway
Keep the peace Butler Estates
Accident Wal Mart
Disturbance 1000 block of W Ft Scott
02/20/2014
Animal complaint 100 block of S Water
Disturbance 800 block of S Birch
Medical assist Youth Center
Missing Child report
Leave without pay
Vehicle break in
Building break in
Alarm 700 block of W Ohio
Alarm 100 block of S Orange
02/21/2014
Alarm ATM 100 block of S Orange
Noise complaint Broadway and Ft Scott
Disturbance 700 block of Parkview
Attempt to locate
Warrant service 400 block of College
Warrant service 100 block of N Fulton
Disturbance 400 block of N Main
02/22/2014
Theft 1100 block of W Ft Scott
Warrant service 400 Block of S Delaware
Disturbance 800 block of S Birch
Disturbance 300 block of W Pine
Alarm Post Office
02/23/2014
Noise disturbance Main and Ohio
P/U prisoner Belton PD
Keep the peace Fran Ave
Disturbance 700 block of S Birch
Assist DFS 600 block of N Main
Keep the peace 100 block of S Mechanic
02/24/2014
Accident Wal Mart
Noise complaint N Mechanic
Disturbance 100 block of Willow
Theft report 600 block of N Main
Disturbance Dove Lane
Accident Main and Prospect
Animal complaint 20 block of E Pine
Assist DFS 800 block of S Birch
Animal bite North St
Assault report 400 block of N Main
Well-being check 700 block of Hillcrest
Assist MSHP
02/19/2014
Animal complaint Brookside Apts
Noise complaint Ft Scott and Broadway
Keep the peace Butler Estates
Accident Wal Mart
Disturbance 1000 block of W Ft Scott
02/20/2014
Animal complaint 100 block of S Water
Disturbance 800 block of S Birch
Medical assist Youth Center
Missing Child report
Leave without pay
Vehicle break in
Building break in
Alarm 700 block of W Ohio
Alarm 100 block of S Orange
02/21/2014
Alarm ATM 100 block of S Orange
Noise complaint Broadway and Ft Scott
Disturbance 700 block of Parkview
Attempt to locate
Warrant service 400 block of College
Warrant service 100 block of N Fulton
Disturbance 400 block of N Main
02/22/2014
Theft 1100 block of W Ft Scott
Warrant service 400 Block of S Delaware
Disturbance 800 block of S Birch
Disturbance 300 block of W Pine
Alarm Post Office
02/23/2014
Noise disturbance Main and Ohio
P/U prisoner Belton PD
Keep the peace Fran Ave
Disturbance 700 block of S Birch
Assist DFS 600 block of N Main
Keep the peace 100 block of S Mechanic
02/24/2014
Accident Wal Mart
Noise complaint N Mechanic
Disturbance 100 block of Willow
Theft report 600 block of N Main
Scores from Monday Night District Games:
Thanks to James Damon of Prepcasts for the scores
Class 2 District 13
Girls:
Skyline Tigers 79 (21-5)
Lincoln Cardinals 24 (2-21)
Liberal Bulldogs 53 (16-9)
Osceola Indians 43 (14-10)
Archie Whirlwinds 60 (23-3)
Lakeland Vikings 35 (12-13)
Adrian Blackhawks 49 (20-6)
Rich Hill Tigers 47 (13-7)
Class 2 District 15
Girls:
Cass Midway Vikings 51 (13-10)
Mid Buchanan Dragons 10 (0-21)
Class 1 District 7
Girls:
Drexel Bobcats 66 (20-4)
Ballard Bulldogs 7 (3-19)
Montrose Bluejays 45 (19-5)
Miami Eagles 21 (4-18)
Boys:
Drexel Bobcats 68 (17-8)
Hume Hornets 38 (2-21)
Montrose Bluejays 52 (13-11)
Ballard Bulldogs 41 (11-13)
Class 2 District 13
Girls:
Skyline Tigers 79 (21-5)
Lincoln Cardinals 24 (2-21)
Liberal Bulldogs 53 (16-9)
Osceola Indians 43 (14-10)
Archie Whirlwinds 60 (23-3)
Lakeland Vikings 35 (12-13)
Adrian Blackhawks 49 (20-6)
Rich Hill Tigers 47 (13-7)
Class 2 District 15
Girls:
Cass Midway Vikings 51 (13-10)
Mid Buchanan Dragons 10 (0-21)
Class 1 District 7
Girls:
Drexel Bobcats 66 (20-4)
Ballard Bulldogs 7 (3-19)
Montrose Bluejays 45 (19-5)
Miami Eagles 21 (4-18)
Boys:
Drexel Bobcats 68 (17-8)
Hume Hornets 38 (2-21)
Montrose Bluejays 52 (13-11)
Ballard Bulldogs 41 (11-13)
Butler State Wrestling Tournament Results
From Coach Brandon Wackerman
On Thursday through Saturday, February 20-22, the Butler Bears varsity wrestling team travelled to the 2014 MSHSAA State Wrestling Tournament at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO. The Bears took 4 wrestlers to the state tournament, bringing home 2 more medals to add to the collection. Bear wrestlers who had qualified for state the previous weekend at districts were: Trey Heckadon (132), Tayje Van Voorst (138), Bram Hubbard (145), and Robert Anderson (285).
Butler Wrestlers’ Individual Match Results At State Tournament
132 Trey Heckadon (Sr)- 5 wins, 1 loss 3rd place/ 132 lbs
138 Tayje Van Voorst (Jr)- 1 win, 2 losses
145 Bram Hubbard (So)- 2 losses
285 Robert Anderson (So)- 4 wins, 2 losses 5th place/ 285 lbs
STATE MEDALISTS
Trey Heckadon (Sr)- 3rd place, 132 lbs
Heckadon lost a tough quarterfinal match Friday morning to eventual state runner-up, Cody Niemeier of Brookfield. Heckadon battled back in the wrestlebacks, though, knocking off a returning state finalist Friday night (Justin Rhodes, of West Platte), then winning out through the 3rd place match on Saturday. Heckadon becomes the only Butler high school wrestler to medal all four years at the state tournament.
Robert Anderson (So)- 5th place, 285 lbs
Anderson entered the tournament as an underdog 4th seeded wrestler, drawing a district champion in his first match (and eventual state runner-up, Brenden Weybrew of Maryville.) Anderson lost a rough match by fall. He didn't stop there, though, winning his next 3 matches in the wrestleback rounds, including avenging 2 previous district losses against senior opponents (John Karsten- Blair Oaks, and Austin Bair- Warsaw). Anderson becomes the 29th state medalist in Butler wrestling history.
RECORD SETTING SEASON FOR HECKADON
Heckadon becomes the only Butler wrestler in school history to medal 4 times at the state tournament (2011- 5th/112, 2012- 2nd/113, 2013- 4th/126, 2014- 3rd/132). He finishes his high school career with a 160-23 overall varsity record, and he also set the following school records in the process:
Career Wins (160)
Career Takedowns (306)
Career Pins (93)
Single Season Wins (48- 2012)
Single Season Pins (31- 2014)
Coach’s Comments
“The Bears wrestlers represented Butler well at the state tournament once again. Robert Anderson definitely hurt some feelings this weekend, defeating wrestlers in the wrestleback rounds who had beaten him previously in the season, on his way to a 5th place finish. A young heavyweight medalist, only a sophomore, is a novelty to have in the program. Trey Heckadon finished his final high school wrestling season in Mizzou Arena in the 3rd place match, earning a 4th straight state medal, adding to all of the school records he has set recently. He will be a tough act to follow for our younger wrestlers in the coming years…and his career numbers will be hard to catch. Three of our wrestlers will now return with a first-hand understanding of the state experience, which will be helpful in the off-season and next winter. I would like to thank all of our families, program supporters, and fans now that we are concluding the 2013-2014 season. Our wrestlers wouldn’t be able to have the same experience in our great sport without your help.”
On Thursday through Saturday, February 20-22, the Butler Bears varsity wrestling team travelled to the 2014 MSHSAA State Wrestling Tournament at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO. The Bears took 4 wrestlers to the state tournament, bringing home 2 more medals to add to the collection. Bear wrestlers who had qualified for state the previous weekend at districts were: Trey Heckadon (132), Tayje Van Voorst (138), Bram Hubbard (145), and Robert Anderson (285).
Butler Wrestlers’ Individual Match Results At State Tournament
132 Trey Heckadon (Sr)- 5 wins, 1 loss 3rd place/ 132 lbs
138 Tayje Van Voorst (Jr)- 1 win, 2 losses
145 Bram Hubbard (So)- 2 losses
285 Robert Anderson (So)- 4 wins, 2 losses 5th place/ 285 lbs
STATE MEDALISTS
Trey Heckadon (Sr)- 3rd place, 132 lbs
Heckadon lost a tough quarterfinal match Friday morning to eventual state runner-up, Cody Niemeier of Brookfield. Heckadon battled back in the wrestlebacks, though, knocking off a returning state finalist Friday night (Justin Rhodes, of West Platte), then winning out through the 3rd place match on Saturday. Heckadon becomes the only Butler high school wrestler to medal all four years at the state tournament.
Robert Anderson (So)- 5th place, 285 lbs
Anderson entered the tournament as an underdog 4th seeded wrestler, drawing a district champion in his first match (and eventual state runner-up, Brenden Weybrew of Maryville.) Anderson lost a rough match by fall. He didn't stop there, though, winning his next 3 matches in the wrestleback rounds, including avenging 2 previous district losses against senior opponents (John Karsten- Blair Oaks, and Austin Bair- Warsaw). Anderson becomes the 29th state medalist in Butler wrestling history.
RECORD SETTING SEASON FOR HECKADON
Heckadon becomes the only Butler wrestler in school history to medal 4 times at the state tournament (2011- 5th/112, 2012- 2nd/113, 2013- 4th/126, 2014- 3rd/132). He finishes his high school career with a 160-23 overall varsity record, and he also set the following school records in the process:
Career Wins (160)
Career Takedowns (306)
Career Pins (93)
Single Season Wins (48- 2012)
Single Season Pins (31- 2014)
Coach’s Comments
“The Bears wrestlers represented Butler well at the state tournament once again. Robert Anderson definitely hurt some feelings this weekend, defeating wrestlers in the wrestleback rounds who had beaten him previously in the season, on his way to a 5th place finish. A young heavyweight medalist, only a sophomore, is a novelty to have in the program. Trey Heckadon finished his final high school wrestling season in Mizzou Arena in the 3rd place match, earning a 4th straight state medal, adding to all of the school records he has set recently. He will be a tough act to follow for our younger wrestlers in the coming years…and his career numbers will be hard to catch. Three of our wrestlers will now return with a first-hand understanding of the state experience, which will be helpful in the off-season and next winter. I would like to thank all of our families, program supporters, and fans now that we are concluding the 2013-2014 season. Our wrestlers wouldn’t be able to have the same experience in our great sport without your help.”
Community Betterment Meeting
The second meeting of the Butler Community Betterment met on Thursday, February 20th at the Bates County Memorial Hospital.
Alan Mundey, Bates County 4-H Youth Specialist introduced Georgia Stuart-Simmons, Community Development Specialist with the University of Missouri Extension who outlined some of the guidelines that could be utilized to help with the communication, coordination and cooperation between the city, businesses, organizations, youth, churches and individuals in our town.
Highlights included help with organizational development, board training, as well as leadership development, strategic doing instead of strategic planning, group facilitation and public deliberation.
The members of the Community Betterment Committee hope that by working together goals can be set for our community for the next five to ten years.
The next meeting will be held on March 20th in the Bates County Memorial Hospital meeting room.
Alan Mundey, Bates County 4-H Youth Specialist introduced Georgia Stuart-Simmons, Community Development Specialist with the University of Missouri Extension who outlined some of the guidelines that could be utilized to help with the communication, coordination and cooperation between the city, businesses, organizations, youth, churches and individuals in our town.
Highlights included help with organizational development, board training, as well as leadership development, strategic doing instead of strategic planning, group facilitation and public deliberation.
The members of the Community Betterment Committee hope that by working together goals can be set for our community for the next five to ten years.
The next meeting will be held on March 20th in the Bates County Memorial Hospital meeting room.
Monday, February 24, 2014
Bates County Sheriff’s News Release
On February 24, 2014 the Bates County Sheriff’s Office received several complaints in regards to a telephone scam.
The telephone scam starts as a phone call from a person that tells you that you have won the lottery. The caller tells you to go to a store and purchase a gift card or a prepaid money card and send it to them or give them the numbers to the card. The caller then tells the victim that once this is done then they will receive the lottery winnings.
This is an old scam, but this time it has a new twist to make it appear to be legitimate. When the victim tells the caller that they have spoken to law enforcement and know this is a scam, the victim then receives an additional call from another subject that states “I am Chad Anderson and I want to confirm that this is not a scam.”
Scammers are now taking to the internet and researching Law Enforcement Officials in the victim’s area and impersonate the official to make the scam appear to be legitimate.
“I can assure the Citizens of Bates County that, in the event of such situation, we would respond in person to confirm the winnings,” states Sheriff Anderson. “The Bates County Sheriff’s Office and its employees will never call asking for donations over the phone. If you receive any types of calls like this you can always contact us at 660-679-3232 to confirm if it is legitimate.”
These types of crimes go unprosecuted because the suspect is never identified. The caller can’t be traced because of the ability to utilize systems like magic jack to call from many different locations over the internet, with many locations being in other countries.
The telephone scam starts as a phone call from a person that tells you that you have won the lottery. The caller tells you to go to a store and purchase a gift card or a prepaid money card and send it to them or give them the numbers to the card. The caller then tells the victim that once this is done then they will receive the lottery winnings.
This is an old scam, but this time it has a new twist to make it appear to be legitimate. When the victim tells the caller that they have spoken to law enforcement and know this is a scam, the victim then receives an additional call from another subject that states “I am Chad Anderson and I want to confirm that this is not a scam.”
Scammers are now taking to the internet and researching Law Enforcement Officials in the victim’s area and impersonate the official to make the scam appear to be legitimate.
“I can assure the Citizens of Bates County that, in the event of such situation, we would respond in person to confirm the winnings,” states Sheriff Anderson. “The Bates County Sheriff’s Office and its employees will never call asking for donations over the phone. If you receive any types of calls like this you can always contact us at 660-679-3232 to confirm if it is legitimate.”
These types of crimes go unprosecuted because the suspect is never identified. The caller can’t be traced because of the ability to utilize systems like magic jack to call from many different locations over the internet, with many locations being in other countries.
Adrian Cub Scout Pack 238 Fund Raiser
The Adrian Cub Scout Pack 238 will be having a fund raiser on Friday, February 28th. It all begins at 4:30pm at the Adrian Optimist Community Building and all funds will help the High Adventure Crew attend the Philmont Scout Ranch this summer. On the menu will be all you can eat chili, baked potatoes, as well as hot dog or chili dogs and Frito pie. It will be a free will offering and dinner will include your choice of dessert and beverage.
Time to Renew Hunting & Fishing Permits
Many hunting and fishing permits expire at the end of February, including 2013 permits for small game, fishing, trout fishing and combination hunting and fishing permits. The Missouri Department of Conservation reminds hunters and anglers that now is the time to renew permits for 2014.
Buying permits is easy, with three options. First is the traditional method of purchasing from a local permit vendor, such as a sporting goods or convenience store or bait shop.
The second option is visiting mdc.mo.gov and clicking on “Buy Permits.” This e-Permits option lets hunters, trappers and anglers buy permits at home or on any computer and print them immediately. Sport-fishing and hunting permits are available through e-Permits, along with trapping permits and the Apprentice Hunter Authorization.
Advantages to e-Permits include the ability to save them on a computer, smart phone, or removable memory device so you can print replacements if permits are lost or destroyed. Permits may not be shared, and additional copies of a permit do not provide additional valid permits for the buyer or others to use.
The third option is purchasing by toll-free phone call to 800-392-4115. Be sure to allow up to 10 days for mail delivery with this option.
Commercial permits and lifetime permits can be purchased only through MDC’s Central Office by calling 573-751-4115.
Missouri residents pay $12 for an annual fishing permit. Missouri’s Resident Any-Deer Permit is $17.
LIFETIME OPTION
Resident Lifetime Small Game Hunting, Fishing, or Resident Lifetime Conservation Partner permits offer the ultimate in permit-buying value and convenience. A one-time purchase provides the same privileges as annual resident fishing, trout, small-game hunting, migratory bird hunting and conservation order permits for the buyer’s life.
The cost of these permits is on a sliding scale based on the buyer’s age. The cost drops dramatically for buyers age 60 to 65, when lifetime hunting or fishing permits cost only $35. At age 60, you can get a Lifetime Conservation Partner Permit for $70. Those same privileges would cost much more if you bought the corresponding annual permits from age 60 through 65. After age 65 Missouri resident hunters and anglers become exempt from some permit requirements.
Lifetime permit buyers get durable plastic cards, like credit cards, to carry in the field. They also receive mail updates about regulation changes and other information that most outdoors people pick up when they visit permit vendors annually.
Buying permits is easy, with three options. First is the traditional method of purchasing from a local permit vendor, such as a sporting goods or convenience store or bait shop.
The second option is visiting mdc.mo.gov and clicking on “Buy Permits.” This e-Permits option lets hunters, trappers and anglers buy permits at home or on any computer and print them immediately. Sport-fishing and hunting permits are available through e-Permits, along with trapping permits and the Apprentice Hunter Authorization.
Advantages to e-Permits include the ability to save them on a computer, smart phone, or removable memory device so you can print replacements if permits are lost or destroyed. Permits may not be shared, and additional copies of a permit do not provide additional valid permits for the buyer or others to use.
The third option is purchasing by toll-free phone call to 800-392-4115. Be sure to allow up to 10 days for mail delivery with this option.
Commercial permits and lifetime permits can be purchased only through MDC’s Central Office by calling 573-751-4115.
Missouri residents pay $12 for an annual fishing permit. Missouri’s Resident Any-Deer Permit is $17.
LIFETIME OPTION
Resident Lifetime Small Game Hunting, Fishing, or Resident Lifetime Conservation Partner permits offer the ultimate in permit-buying value and convenience. A one-time purchase provides the same privileges as annual resident fishing, trout, small-game hunting, migratory bird hunting and conservation order permits for the buyer’s life.
The cost of these permits is on a sliding scale based on the buyer’s age. The cost drops dramatically for buyers age 60 to 65, when lifetime hunting or fishing permits cost only $35. At age 60, you can get a Lifetime Conservation Partner Permit for $70. Those same privileges would cost much more if you bought the corresponding annual permits from age 60 through 65. After age 65 Missouri resident hunters and anglers become exempt from some permit requirements.
Lifetime permit buyers get durable plastic cards, like credit cards, to carry in the field. They also receive mail updates about regulation changes and other information that most outdoors people pick up when they visit permit vendors annually.
Telephone Scam Alert
FM92 was contacted by listener who received a telephone scam. The call indicated the listener had won 2.5 million dollars in Mega Millions and all she needed to do was to purchase a Wal Mart Gift Card in the amount of $350. The gift card was to supposedly pay IRS taxes. The caller further stated they would stop by the listener’s home and pick her up and take her to the bank of her choice at 5:30pm and would bring a cashier’s check with them.
This is a scam. If you receive one of these telephone calls, disregard it. More than one person in our area has received one of these telephone calls.
This is a scam. If you receive one of these telephone calls, disregard it. More than one person in our area has received one of these telephone calls.
Rich Hill Alumni Meeting Set
Submitted by Beverly Sullins. The Rich Hill High School Alumni will be on Saturday, May 24, 2014 at the Rich High School Auditorium beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets for the meal will be $12.50 and the alumni dues stay the same at $5.00. Reservations need to be made by Saturday, May 17th. You may purchase your tickets by calling Beverly at 417-395-4288 or Bill at 417-395-2888 or buy them at the Security Bank in Rich Hill or Butler.
You may also get them by mail if you write to Beverly Sullins, 6807 SE Market Street, Rockville, MO 64780.
The theme for this year will be “Garden of Memories” and the committee is asking all Rich Hill alumni to help them with this. The committee would like to put together a power point of pictures of classmates at any school event. They need you to send them as soon as you can in order to put them all together.
Send the picture via E-mail to dbccpreacher@klmtel.net or mail to Beverly Sullins, 6807 S E Market Street, Rockville, MO 64780. If you mail them you will get your pictures returned to you either by mail or if you will be attending the banquet you can pick them up there. It will be your choice as to how you want them returned.
The Rich Hill Alumni Committee will meet on the following dates to discuss further details of the alumni and the banquet. March 20th, April 17th, and May 19th.
Each of these meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. at the Double Branch Church office. If you are a Rich Hill High School alumnus and would like to help them plan this May 24th event the committee welcomes you to join them on any or all of the above dates.
Any other information you might need or to reserve a table just contact Beverly at number or address above or e-mail papinvillemo1800@gmail.com.
Tickets for the meal will be $12.50 and the alumni dues stay the same at $5.00. Reservations need to be made by Saturday, May 17th. You may purchase your tickets by calling Beverly at 417-395-4288 or Bill at 417-395-2888 or buy them at the Security Bank in Rich Hill or Butler.
You may also get them by mail if you write to Beverly Sullins, 6807 SE Market Street, Rockville, MO 64780.
The theme for this year will be “Garden of Memories” and the committee is asking all Rich Hill alumni to help them with this. The committee would like to put together a power point of pictures of classmates at any school event. They need you to send them as soon as you can in order to put them all together.
Send the picture via E-mail to dbccpreacher@klmtel.net or mail to Beverly Sullins, 6807 S E Market Street, Rockville, MO 64780. If you mail them you will get your pictures returned to you either by mail or if you will be attending the banquet you can pick them up there. It will be your choice as to how you want them returned.
The Rich Hill Alumni Committee will meet on the following dates to discuss further details of the alumni and the banquet. March 20th, April 17th, and May 19th.
Each of these meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. at the Double Branch Church office. If you are a Rich Hill High School alumnus and would like to help them plan this May 24th event the committee welcomes you to join them on any or all of the above dates.
Any other information you might need or to reserve a table just contact Beverly at number or address above or e-mail papinvillemo1800@gmail.com.
Cass County Sheriff’s Office to host Boating Safety Course
The Cass County Sheriff's Office will be hosting a Boating Safety Course presented by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Water Patrol Division on Saturday March 1, 2014 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
A boater certification card is required by law for any person born after January 1, 1984 before operating any motorized vessel on Missouri lakes. The law went into effect for Missouri residents on January 1, 2005 and January 1, 2006 for non-Missouri residents.
Anyone wanting to operate a boat including personal water craft should take a boater education course. There is no age limit on who can take the course; however, that person should be able to follow the course material and understand its meaning. Missouri law states the operator of a boat must be 14 years or older unless accompanied by an adult. Anyone born after January 1, 1984 also must carry their boater certification card and a photo ID.
To register for the class go to www.cassmosheriff.org/class . Class size is limited.
A boater certification card is required by law for any person born after January 1, 1984 before operating any motorized vessel on Missouri lakes. The law went into effect for Missouri residents on January 1, 2005 and January 1, 2006 for non-Missouri residents.
Anyone wanting to operate a boat including personal water craft should take a boater education course. There is no age limit on who can take the course; however, that person should be able to follow the course material and understand its meaning. Missouri law states the operator of a boat must be 14 years or older unless accompanied by an adult. Anyone born after January 1, 1984 also must carry their boater certification card and a photo ID.
To register for the class go to www.cassmosheriff.org/class . Class size is limited.
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Nation Wide Tornado Drill
JEFFERSON CITY – The National Weather Service, the State Emergency Management Agency and Missouri's local emergency management offices urge Missourians to use Missouri Severe Weather Awareness Week, March 3-7, to plan and prepare for how they will react to tornadoes, flash flooding and other severe weather.
Missouri will conduct the 40th annual Statewide Tornado Drill on Tuesday, March 4 at 1:30 p.m. If severe weather is in the forecast on March 4, the drill will be moved to Thursday, March 6 at 1:30 p.m.
“It’s important to remember that tornadoes and dangerous flash flooding can develop rapidly and with little warning,” Gov. Jay Nixon said. “I encourage Missourians to talk at home, at work and at school about severe weather safety so that in times of real emergency, folks are prepared for whatever Mother Nature brings.”
"I encourage all Missourians, including schools, businesses and recreational groups, to use Severe Weather Awareness Week to plan and practice how they will respond to severe weather in specific scenarios—indoors, outside and while traveling,” said State Emergency Management Agency Director Michael Barrett. "Reacting quickly and properly can save lives.”
On March 4, Missouri outdoor warning sirens and weather alert radios will sound, indicating that Missourians should seek shelter during the statewide tornado drill. The safest shelter location is the basement or an interior room in the lowest level of a building. The drill is complete once everyone is accounted for in the designated shelters.
Missouri's
Stormaware.mo.gov website includes detailed videos showing how to react to severe weather and shelter in specific types of buildings—houses with and without basements, mobile homes, schools—and important information about tornado sirens and weather alert radios. The site also includes links to free severe weather texting services that can alert people across Missouri to upcoming severe weather.
Missouri will conduct the 40th annual Statewide Tornado Drill on Tuesday, March 4 at 1:30 p.m. If severe weather is in the forecast on March 4, the drill will be moved to Thursday, March 6 at 1:30 p.m.
“It’s important to remember that tornadoes and dangerous flash flooding can develop rapidly and with little warning,” Gov. Jay Nixon said. “I encourage Missourians to talk at home, at work and at school about severe weather safety so that in times of real emergency, folks are prepared for whatever Mother Nature brings.”
"I encourage all Missourians, including schools, businesses and recreational groups, to use Severe Weather Awareness Week to plan and practice how they will respond to severe weather in specific scenarios—indoors, outside and while traveling,” said State Emergency Management Agency Director Michael Barrett. "Reacting quickly and properly can save lives.”
On March 4, Missouri outdoor warning sirens and weather alert radios will sound, indicating that Missourians should seek shelter during the statewide tornado drill. The safest shelter location is the basement or an interior room in the lowest level of a building. The drill is complete once everyone is accounted for in the designated shelters.
Missouri's
Stormaware.mo.gov website includes detailed videos showing how to react to severe weather and shelter in specific types of buildings—houses with and without basements, mobile homes, schools—and important information about tornado sirens and weather alert radios. The site also includes links to free severe weather texting services that can alert people across Missouri to upcoming severe weather.
Lady Bears make the All Conference Girls Basketball Team
Congratulations to three Lady Bear Basketball players who made the All-Conference Girls Basketball Team for the Crossroads Conference. 1st team Alyx Gepford, 2nd team Jenna Bosch & Honorable Mention Parker Lawrence.
A 3-Peat is Nice, But What Do You Call 4?
WE DID IT AGAIN! The Lady Bears are the Crossroads Conference Girls Basketball Champions for the 4th consecutive year. In order to claim the crown, the Lady Bears had to travel to Summit Christian Academy in a winner take all matchup. Summit Christian is not a friendly place to play as they have very raucous fans and they sit virtually on the court taunting anyone and everyone from the visiting squad, especially during free throws. It was standing room only with many spectators only able to see half of the court. Butler came into the game with a perfect 5-0 record against conference foes while Summit Christian had a 4-1 record. According to the conference bylaws, if there is a tie, then the head to head matchup would be the deciding factor; therefore, whoever won the basketball game was going to be crowned the Crossroads Conference Champion.
Summit Christian was definitely ready for the fight as they were trying to wrestle the crown away from the Lady Bears since no one had been able to do that the last 3 seasons. Summit Christian did everything right early as they built a 10-8 first quarter lead, and then the ball game turned in Butler's favor. Freshman reserve point guard Mady Gepford entered the game and seized the moment and took over the contest. She immediately grabbed an offensive rebound off a missed free throw and put it back in for 2 points and then made a key steal and added 2 more baskets, an assist and a couple more steals before Summit Christian could blink. That spark vaulted Butler from a 2 point 1st quarter deficit to a 9 point halftime lead at 29-20.
The third quarter started slowly for the Lady Bears as they could not connect on any field goals while the Lady Eagles of Summit Christian were able to slowly but surely chip away at Butler's halftime lead because of some good offensive adjustments that they made at halftime. Fortunately, Butler was able to go to the free throw line and convert opportunities there and was able to score just enough to hold the lead after 3 quarters at 40-36.
The fourth quarter was set up to be the battle that it was. Mady Gepford once again entered the game and was able to relieve some pressure on Jenna Bosch and bring the ball up the court to give Jenna some much needed rest. Butler was ice cold from the field as the Lady Bears were only able to make 1 field goal the entire quarter and that was on an offensive rebound put back by Alyx Gepford. However, the Lady Bears were deadly from the free throw line. They converted 15 of 22 free throws in the fourth quarter to match Summit Christian's scoring from the field and keep the Lady Eagles at bay by outscoring them 17-15 in the final quarter to bring home the Lady Bears 4th consecutive Crossroads Conference Championship with a final score of 57-51.
Coach Shannon Gepford commented , “This was the harshest environment that most of the kids on the Lady Bears had ever played in and to come out and do the things that they were able to accomplish was truly remarkable. We did not shoot the best, especially in the second half as we only made 3 field goals the entire half (all three by Alyx Gepford), but we knocked down 22 of 30 free throw attempts to win the game. Who said free throws weren't important? They just won us a conference championship.”
The 2013-2014 Lady Bears have just helped rewrite the history books as they and the ladies on the previous 3 years teams are the only ones in the 38 year history of girls basketball in Butler to have won 4 consecutive conference championships. The previous record of three was tied last season and set during the span of the three seasons from 1978-1981. During that span, the Lady Bears have amassed a gaudy record of 34-1 in conference play.
What these ladies have accomplished is truly amazing considering that 6 of them are freshmen. Gabby Blevins and Alyx Gepford are the only 2 seniors and they will have the distinct honor as being the only two Lady Bears to have ever won 4 consecutive conference championships. That distinction can never be taken away or broken, it can only be tied. Hopefully, others will tie it again and again.
Alyx Gepford paced the Lady Bears with 22 points, 12 rebounds, 3 steals, and 3 assists. She was followed by Jenna Bosch with 14 points, 3 assists, and 3 steals. Mady Gepford was the wild card as she led the Lady Bears with 6 steals, added 9 points and 2 assists and simply was brilliant in the win. Amy Miller grabbed 8 rebounds with 6 of them being offensive and added a blocked shot. Abbie Hobbs came off the bench to block a shot as well. Parker Lawrence chipped in 5 rebounds of which 4 were offensive as Katie Henry and Lena Dolbow each chipped in a bucket.
Summit Christian was definitely ready for the fight as they were trying to wrestle the crown away from the Lady Bears since no one had been able to do that the last 3 seasons. Summit Christian did everything right early as they built a 10-8 first quarter lead, and then the ball game turned in Butler's favor. Freshman reserve point guard Mady Gepford entered the game and seized the moment and took over the contest. She immediately grabbed an offensive rebound off a missed free throw and put it back in for 2 points and then made a key steal and added 2 more baskets, an assist and a couple more steals before Summit Christian could blink. That spark vaulted Butler from a 2 point 1st quarter deficit to a 9 point halftime lead at 29-20.
The third quarter started slowly for the Lady Bears as they could not connect on any field goals while the Lady Eagles of Summit Christian were able to slowly but surely chip away at Butler's halftime lead because of some good offensive adjustments that they made at halftime. Fortunately, Butler was able to go to the free throw line and convert opportunities there and was able to score just enough to hold the lead after 3 quarters at 40-36.
The fourth quarter was set up to be the battle that it was. Mady Gepford once again entered the game and was able to relieve some pressure on Jenna Bosch and bring the ball up the court to give Jenna some much needed rest. Butler was ice cold from the field as the Lady Bears were only able to make 1 field goal the entire quarter and that was on an offensive rebound put back by Alyx Gepford. However, the Lady Bears were deadly from the free throw line. They converted 15 of 22 free throws in the fourth quarter to match Summit Christian's scoring from the field and keep the Lady Eagles at bay by outscoring them 17-15 in the final quarter to bring home the Lady Bears 4th consecutive Crossroads Conference Championship with a final score of 57-51.
Coach Shannon Gepford commented , “This was the harshest environment that most of the kids on the Lady Bears had ever played in and to come out and do the things that they were able to accomplish was truly remarkable. We did not shoot the best, especially in the second half as we only made 3 field goals the entire half (all three by Alyx Gepford), but we knocked down 22 of 30 free throw attempts to win the game. Who said free throws weren't important? They just won us a conference championship.”
The 2013-2014 Lady Bears have just helped rewrite the history books as they and the ladies on the previous 3 years teams are the only ones in the 38 year history of girls basketball in Butler to have won 4 consecutive conference championships. The previous record of three was tied last season and set during the span of the three seasons from 1978-1981. During that span, the Lady Bears have amassed a gaudy record of 34-1 in conference play.
What these ladies have accomplished is truly amazing considering that 6 of them are freshmen. Gabby Blevins and Alyx Gepford are the only 2 seniors and they will have the distinct honor as being the only two Lady Bears to have ever won 4 consecutive conference championships. That distinction can never be taken away or broken, it can only be tied. Hopefully, others will tie it again and again.
Alyx Gepford paced the Lady Bears with 22 points, 12 rebounds, 3 steals, and 3 assists. She was followed by Jenna Bosch with 14 points, 3 assists, and 3 steals. Mady Gepford was the wild card as she led the Lady Bears with 6 steals, added 9 points and 2 assists and simply was brilliant in the win. Amy Miller grabbed 8 rebounds with 6 of them being offensive and added a blocked shot. Abbie Hobbs came off the bench to block a shot as well. Parker Lawrence chipped in 5 rebounds of which 4 were offensive as Katie Henry and Lena Dolbow each chipped in a bucket.
State Wresting Winners
After a long and hard season, area wrestlers competed at State this past week. Congratulations to the follow athletes:
Winners from Butler:
Senior Trey Heckadon took 3rd place
Sophomore Robert Anderson took 5th place
Winners from Adrian:
Christian Graham took 4th place
Dakota Jones took 4th place
Michael Lopez took 5th place
Austin Williams and John Melton both took 6th place
Also a job well done goes out the others that competed at the state level and didn’t take home a medal, you worked just as hard to achieve the opportunity to make it to State.
Winners from Butler:
Senior Trey Heckadon took 3rd place
Sophomore Robert Anderson took 5th place
Winners from Adrian:
Christian Graham took 4th place
Dakota Jones took 4th place
Michael Lopez took 5th place
Austin Williams and John Melton both took 6th place
Also a job well done goes out the others that competed at the state level and didn’t take home a medal, you worked just as hard to achieve the opportunity to make it to State.
Saturday, February 22, 2014
Stolen Car Trailer Recovered Same Day
A trailer stolen early Friday morning was recovered just five hours later in Cherokee County according to a press release by the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office. Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher said a deputy was dispatched to a location in the Deerfield area to take a report of a stolen trailer designed to haul vehicles.
The deputy taking the report wanted to get the word out as soon as possible and had dispatch contact all law enforcement agencies in the surrounding area immediately after taking the report. The deputy followed up on a call from Cherokee County about a trailer matching the description of the stolen trailer. It was confirmed at approximately 2:00 pm on the same day that the trailer was a match for the one stolen. The Sheriff said the owner was notified about the trailer and deputies are still investigating the theft.
The deputy taking the report wanted to get the word out as soon as possible and had dispatch contact all law enforcement agencies in the surrounding area immediately after taking the report. The deputy followed up on a call from Cherokee County about a trailer matching the description of the stolen trailer. It was confirmed at approximately 2:00 pm on the same day that the trailer was a match for the one stolen. The Sheriff said the owner was notified about the trailer and deputies are still investigating the theft.
Friday, February 21, 2014
Help a Family In Need
The Smith Family of Foster recently lost their home when a space heater started a fire. The family was in the process of refurbishing a modular home located next door. The Ohio Street United Methodist Church saw the need and arranged for a new furnace to be installed in the modular home.
The church is hosting a chili and soup dinner on Saturday, March 1st at the uptown location at 7 East Dakota Street in Butler from 5 - 7pm to help raise funds to pay for the furnace that was recently installed.
There is no set fee for the chili and soup dinner but any and all donations will be used to pay off the furnace. Any additional funds will be given to the family.
The church is hosting a chili and soup dinner on Saturday, March 1st at the uptown location at 7 East Dakota Street in Butler from 5 - 7pm to help raise funds to pay for the furnace that was recently installed.
There is no set fee for the chili and soup dinner but any and all donations will be used to pay off the furnace. Any additional funds will be given to the family.
Bomb Squad Called to Recover Explosives in Vernon County
VERNON COUNTY, Mo - Traffic was stopped on Austin Blvd late Thursday as four Vernon Sheriff’s Office vehicles and the Missouri State Highway Patrol Bomb Squad transported some explosives from an enclosed container that had been turned over to the Sheriff’s Office.
According to a press release from the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office, the contents of the container were uncertain, but were suspected to contain some type of explosives and placed in a secured area that would keep everyone a safe distance away until the bomb squad could arrive and inspect the contents of the container.
According to Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher, it was not clear how old the contents were in the container but clear that the bomb squad needed to be contacted to inspect it. The Sheriff said he could not comment on where the container came from but said his office was looking into it although it did not appear at this time any criminal activity or foul play was involved.
This makes the second time the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office has called out the State Highway Patrol Bomb Squad within the last six months. The squad was called out last September when an explosive device was recovered from a vehicle after a traffic stop. One person who was arrested at that time is now serving a prison sentence from charges stemming from the stop.
The Sheriff said the container was inspected by the bomb squad and it was confirmed that explosives were inside. The contents of the container were safely destroyed by the bomb squad. “It can be risky anytime explosives are involved so I’m pleased we were able to take care of the second time in six months container without anyone getting hurt,” said Mosher.
According to a press release from the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office, the contents of the container were uncertain, but were suspected to contain some type of explosives and placed in a secured area that would keep everyone a safe distance away until the bomb squad could arrive and inspect the contents of the container.
According to Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher, it was not clear how old the contents were in the container but clear that the bomb squad needed to be contacted to inspect it. The Sheriff said he could not comment on where the container came from but said his office was looking into it although it did not appear at this time any criminal activity or foul play was involved.
This makes the second time the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office has called out the State Highway Patrol Bomb Squad within the last six months. The squad was called out last September when an explosive device was recovered from a vehicle after a traffic stop. One person who was arrested at that time is now serving a prison sentence from charges stemming from the stop.
The Sheriff said the container was inspected by the bomb squad and it was confirmed that explosives were inside. The contents of the container were safely destroyed by the bomb squad. “It can be risky anytime explosives are involved so I’m pleased we were able to take care of the second time in six months container without anyone getting hurt,” said Mosher.
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Lost Boy has Been Found
BUTLER, Mo - A 10-year-old boy has been found. The Butler Police Department and the Bates County Sheriff thank everyone who helped find this lost child.
Boys Youth Development Center Rich Hill Fundraiser
You only have until February 28th to purchase that winning ticket for a set of free Firestone Tires valued at $500.00. Each ticket costs $5.00 and the best part is that all of the funds generated from this raffle will go to provide little extra’s like Pizza or a movie night for the Boys Center at Rich Hill. Get your tickets at Security Bank or from Doug at the Center. Call 417-283-1500 for ticket purchases or delivery.
Doug will be at Food Fair in Rich Hill on Saturday, February 22nd from 8am – 5pm selling tickets. Boys from the Center will be there for you to meet and to purchase your ticket if you haven’t already gotten your lucky one.
Doug will be at Food Fair in Rich Hill on Saturday, February 22nd from 8am – 5pm selling tickets. Boys from the Center will be there for you to meet and to purchase your ticket if you haven’t already gotten your lucky one.
Murder in the Second Degree Charges Filed
According to the Raymore Journal: Cass County Prosecutor Teresa Hensley announced on Tuesday that Matthew Scroggs and Krystal Scroggs have been charged with one count of murder in the second degree and four counts of endangering the welfare of a child in the first degree. Matthew Scroggs is also charged with tampering with a motor vehicle in the first degree.
On November 4 of last year the Cass County Sheriff’s Department contacted the Pleasant Hill Police Department about information received concerning illegal drug activity at a residence in the city. The detective that made the call also noted that the woman at the residence, Ms. Scroggs, supposedly had given birth to a child at the beginning of October at the residence and that the child lived for a short time before passing away.
The person who submitted the information to the Sheriff’s Department said that Mr. Scroggs had stolen a vehicle on his property. Mr. Scroggs disclosed this information to the reporting party while he was high on methamphetamine.
While at the Pleasant Hill Police Department, Mr. Scroggs admitted to illegal drug use and gave consent for officers to search his property. A blue container was sitting alone in the garage, leading officers to believe that it may contain the body of a newborn.
After that discovery, the police interviewed Mr. Scroggs a second time. Although he initially denied that his wife had been pregnant, he eventually acknowledged the pregnancy and admitted to the police that the baby’s body was inside the blue container.
The couple claimed that the baby would not eat and they went to bed — only to wake up to a deceased infant.
Ms. Scroggs stated that she placed the baby in a box and that they agreed to bury the baby.
Neither Mr. nor Mrs. Scroggs attempted to seek medical help for the baby.
The autopsy of the baby revealed the presence of methamphetamine in the baby’s system. The Jackson County Medical Examiner’s Office determined the cause of death to be methamphetamine intoxication due to maternal methamphetamine use.
Mr. Scroggs was placed in the Cass County Jail but was released on a $25,000 bond November 26. Scroggs was scheduled to appear in court on February 20 (he has not missed any prior court dates) for the charge of tampering with a motor vehicle.
There were four children living in the household with the Scroggs have been moved to protective housing. Each of those children had methamphetamine in their systems as well. Their ages are 11, 6, 4, and 3.
Thursday, February 20, 2014 Matthew Scroggs was been taken into custody. Krystal Scroggs is not in custody. No further information is available.
If anyone has any information regarding the location of Krystal Scroggs (pictured), they are urged to contact Cass County authorities.
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On November 4 of last year the Cass County Sheriff’s Department contacted the Pleasant Hill Police Department about information received concerning illegal drug activity at a residence in the city. The detective that made the call also noted that the woman at the residence, Ms. Scroggs, supposedly had given birth to a child at the beginning of October at the residence and that the child lived for a short time before passing away.
The person who submitted the information to the Sheriff’s Department said that Mr. Scroggs had stolen a vehicle on his property. Mr. Scroggs disclosed this information to the reporting party while he was high on methamphetamine.
While at the Pleasant Hill Police Department, Mr. Scroggs admitted to illegal drug use and gave consent for officers to search his property. A blue container was sitting alone in the garage, leading officers to believe that it may contain the body of a newborn.
After that discovery, the police interviewed Mr. Scroggs a second time. Although he initially denied that his wife had been pregnant, he eventually acknowledged the pregnancy and admitted to the police that the baby’s body was inside the blue container.
The couple claimed that the baby would not eat and they went to bed — only to wake up to a deceased infant.
Ms. Scroggs stated that she placed the baby in a box and that they agreed to bury the baby.
Neither Mr. nor Mrs. Scroggs attempted to seek medical help for the baby.
The autopsy of the baby revealed the presence of methamphetamine in the baby’s system. The Jackson County Medical Examiner’s Office determined the cause of death to be methamphetamine intoxication due to maternal methamphetamine use.
Mr. Scroggs was placed in the Cass County Jail but was released on a $25,000 bond November 26. Scroggs was scheduled to appear in court on February 20 (he has not missed any prior court dates) for the charge of tampering with a motor vehicle.
There were four children living in the household with the Scroggs have been moved to protective housing. Each of those children had methamphetamine in their systems as well. Their ages are 11, 6, 4, and 3.
Thursday, February 20, 2014 Matthew Scroggs was been taken into custody. Krystal Scroggs is not in custody. No further information is available.
If anyone has any information regarding the location of Krystal Scroggs (pictured), they are urged to contact Cass County authorities.
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Missouri State Parks to premier “Battle of Island Mound” film to KC students Feb. 21
A group of Kansas City students will be among the first to view Missouri State Parks’ short documentary on the story of the Battle of Island Mound, the first time African-American troops were engaged in Civil War combat.
As part of the presentation, the students will also learn more about the historic 1862 battle that inspired the film and get a behind-the-scenes look at the movie-making process.
It will be shown on Friday, February 21st in the Ruskin High School Auditorium beginning at 9am. Ruskin is located at 7000 E. 111th Street in Kansas City.
The Battle of Island Mound State Historic Site near Butler, Mo, is one of Missouri State Parks’ 87 state parks and historic sites. For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
As part of the presentation, the students will also learn more about the historic 1862 battle that inspired the film and get a behind-the-scenes look at the movie-making process.
It will be shown on Friday, February 21st in the Ruskin High School Auditorium beginning at 9am. Ruskin is located at 7000 E. 111th Street in Kansas City.
The Battle of Island Mound State Historic Site near Butler, Mo, is one of Missouri State Parks’ 87 state parks and historic sites. For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
Missouri State Highway Patrol Release
On February 18, 2014, a Missouri state trooper stopped a 2005 Nissan Murano for a traffic violation on eastbound Interstate 70 near the 74-mile marker in Saline County, Missouri.
During the course of the traffic stop, inconsistencies and deceptive behavior of the driver led the trooper to ask for consent to search the vehicle, which was granted.
The trooper subsequently searched the vehicle, locating six pounds of methamphetamine concealed inside a false compartment in the rear of the vehicle.
Salvador Torres-Rubio, 28, from Tulsa, Oklahoma, was arrested for first degree drug trafficking and transported to the Saline County Jail.
The charge for which the above individual was arrested is mere accusation and not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of the above charge must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.
During the course of the traffic stop, inconsistencies and deceptive behavior of the driver led the trooper to ask for consent to search the vehicle, which was granted.
The trooper subsequently searched the vehicle, locating six pounds of methamphetamine concealed inside a false compartment in the rear of the vehicle.
Salvador Torres-Rubio, 28, from Tulsa, Oklahoma, was arrested for first degree drug trafficking and transported to the Saline County Jail.
The charge for which the above individual was arrested is mere accusation and not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of the above charge must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Appleton City High School Alumni Scholarships
The Appleton City High School Alumni Scholarship Foundation will award five $1,000 scholarships.
Applications may be picked up in the Appleton City High School Counselor’s office and are awarded for any type of advanced training.
It doesn’t have to be a traditional college and no grade point is required. The judges are out-of-town alumni and the applicant names are removed from the forms.
If you are interested stop by the counselors’ office and pick up an application.
Applications may be picked up in the Appleton City High School Counselor’s office and are awarded for any type of advanced training.
It doesn’t have to be a traditional college and no grade point is required. The judges are out-of-town alumni and the applicant names are removed from the forms.
If you are interested stop by the counselors’ office and pick up an application.
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