Services cancelled for Sunday, March 1st:
Ohio Street United Methodist Church and Uptown Branch
Snow Cancellations - 2/28 6:30pm
Saturday, February 28, 2015
Snow Removal in Rich Hill
BATES COUNTY, MO – If you need snow removal in the Rich Hill area call Doug McCrorery at 417-283-1500.
Snow Removal in Rich Hill
Snow Totals and what to Expect
This Afternoon Snow. High near 27. Southeast wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.
Tonight Snow. Low around 27. Southeast wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.
Sunday Snow, mainly before 1pm. High near 34. Light and variable wind becoming northwest around 6 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible.
Sunday Night A chance of snow before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 21. North wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Snow Totals and what to Expect
Saturday's Basketball Games Cancelled
BUTLER, MO – Saturday’s District 2 Basketball Games played in Butler have been cancelled due to the weather.
They will be played on Monday evening, times will be announced.
Saturday's Basketball Games Cancelled
Reports: 3 kids trapped in pond in Vernon County
NEVADA, Mo. – we are getting reports of three kids trapped in a pond in Vernon County. Authorities cannot confirm details at this point, but tell us the Vernon County Sheriff is on scene, and will give us more information as it becomes available.
Emergency managers believe the kids might have been trying to walk on the ice. They tell us at least one child has been taken to the hospital.
Reports: 3 kids trapped in pond in Vernon County
Friday, February 27, 2015
Week - End Weather for Bates County
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY… THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN KANSAS CITY/PLEASANT HILL HAS ISSUED A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR SNOW…
WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY. * TIMING…LIGHT SNOW WILL BEGIN LATE SATURDAY MORNING AND CONTINUE INTO EARLY EVENING. A LULL IS POSSIBLE SATURDAY NIGHT FOLLOWED BY ANOTHER ROUND OF LIGHT SNOW ON SUNDAY. * SNOW ACCUMULATIONS…2″ TO 4″ ON SATURDAY AND 1″ TO 2″ ON SUNDAY. TOTAL ACCUMULATIONS 3″ TO 5″. * IMPACTS…TRAVEL MAY BE HAZARDOUS ESPECIALLY ON ANY UNTREATED ROADWAYS.
Week - End Weather for Bates County
Basil Ann Gammon Russell, 54 of Drexel, Mo
Basil Ann Gammon Russell, 54, of Drexel, Missouri passed away February 25th at her home in Drexel. Memorial services will be 2:00 pm Saturday, February 28th at South Fork Baptist Church.
A visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:30 to 2:00 pm also at the church. Contributions are suggested to Heartland Hospice or South Fork Baptist Church. Messages of condolence may left for the family at http://www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com
Basil is survived by her mother Corky Gammon and by her children; Alisha Hardin, Raymond Russell, and Angela Sechrest.
Basil Ann Gammon Russell, 54 of Drexel, Mo
Fescue Management Conference to be Held March 10th
Missouri is the 2nd largest producer of beef cattle in the United States. The majority of these cattle are produced on the more than 17 million acres of Kentucky 31 tall fescue grown in the state. Kentucky 31 tall fescue is well adapted to the soil and weather conditions of Missouri. It is also insect and nematode resistant and has a long growing season. Unfortunately, Kentucky 31 tall fescue has a downside. Most fescue in the state is infected with a fungal endophyte that is toxic to grazing animals. This toxicity can be dealt with through various management strategies or by completely replacing endophyte-infected fescue with a novel-endophyte fescue or a different species of grass. The following topics will be discussed at the conference:
1. The negative effects of tall fescue toxicosis on animal performance and health
2. Managing Kentucky 31 tall fescue to reduce toxicosis effects
3. Converting infected pastures to novel endophyte varieties of tall fescue
4. The economics of converting to novel endophyte fescue versus managing existing stands of Kentucky 31
The conference will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, March 10th at the regional extension office located at 908 N. 2nd Street in Clinton. For more information or to register for this conference, contact the Henry County Extension Center at (660)885-5556.
Fescue Management Conference to be Held March 10th
Matinee Movie Postponed
BUTLER, Mo – The movie night at the Old HS has been postponed until next Sunday March 8th. It will still be at 2pm at the Old High School.
Matinee Movie Postponed
The internet can not agree on the color of this dress, can you?
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) -
The internet is torn on what color a particular dress is that was posted online.
The post, found on BuzzFeed Life, shows a photo of a dress that appears to be blue and black, however others may speculate that the dress is white and gold.
The image was posted by Tumblr user “swiked,” who said she sees blue and black while her friend sees white and gold.
The Eyewitness News newsroom can’t agree on two colors.
The dress can be found on Amazon and is listed as “royal blue,” which likely proves the over exposure of the viral image is what’s causing the disagreement.
To check it out, Click Here.
The internet can not agree on the color of this dress, can you?
Dance Cancelled
BATES COUNTY, Mo – The dance sponsored by the Butler Chamber of Commerce at the Old Butler High School this Saturday evening has been cancelled due to inclement weather in our area.
Dance Cancelled
Let's Go to the Movies
BUTLER, Mo – It’s time for a movie. You are invited to a Movie Matinee in the Old Butler High School Gym on Sunday, March 1st beginning at 2pm.
The Butler Parks and Recreation Department and the Vision Committee are joining forces for an afternoon of fun watching a good movie, Space Jam with Michael Jordan and Bugs Bunny. You can’t have a movie without popcorn and a drink, and the combo will be on sale for you to purchase for just $2 to enjoy.
Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Come out and have a fun filled afternoon watching a good movie with friends.
Let's Go to the Movies
Thursday, February 26, 2015
Missouri State Auditor dead at age 54
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri State Auditor Tom Schweich has died after being hospitalized on Thursday, according to a statement from the auditor’s office.
He was taken to a hospital Thursday after experiencing what his staff described as a “medical situation.”
His spokesman, Spence Jackson, said the auditor “experienced a medical situation at his home” in Clayton on Thursday morning and was being treated at a St. Louis area hospital. Jackson declined to release more details.
“We ask for respect and privacy for him and his family during this time,” Jackson said.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported that a source said Schweich had a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Schweich, 54, has served as auditor since January 2011 and won re-election in November to a second, four-year term. He announced a month ago that he is seeking the Republican nomination for governor in 2016, and was gearing up for an expected primary fight against former U.S. attorney and House Speaker Catherine Hanaway.
courtesy of 41 news Associated Press
Missouri State Auditor dead at age 54
CHANGE IN THE DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY GAMES AT LAMAR
With the threat of inclement weather moving in this Saturday, the Class 3 District 12 Championship games at Lamar have moved the start times up to earlier in the day Saturday. Originally scheduled for a 6:00 p.m. (girls championship) and a 7:30 p.m. (boys championship), the tournament committee has decided to move the following schedule:
Girls Championship at 1:30 p.m. – Saturday, Feb. 28
Boys Championship at 3:00 p.m. – Saturday, Feb. 28
The Butler Boys will play in the semi-final game Friday night, Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m. vs East Newton. If the boys are successful and advance to the championship game, they will play at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28.
Kirk Hannah
CHANGE IN THE DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY GAMES AT LAMAR
Museum’s Annual Meeting and Show 'n Tell Gathering
Saturday, March 7th, 10 am
One of the Museum’s most anticipated programs each year is the “Show ‘n Tell Gathering.” There have been many items shared over the years and the stories
about these objects are always fun and fascinating. Some are sentimental, while others are practical. It’s always a surprise to see what folks choose to bring to share with others.
As in year’s past, there will be a short Society membership meeting at the beginning of the program and the election of directors for the board will be held. Following this short meeting, the sharing will begin. After everyone is done telling about their special object, a freewill donation luncheon will be served. The morning will be both entertaining and educational! Together, we will be Preserving Our History & Sustaining Our Heritage.
Saturday, March 7th, 10 am in Robertson Hall at the Bates County Museum, 803 Elks Drive, Butler, Missouri. For further information please call 660-679-0134.
Museum’s Annual Meeting and Show 'n Tell Gathering
Clinton Knapp Arrested for 50 counts of Sexually Related Crimes
BATES COUNTY, Mo – On December 19, 2014 Bates County Deputies responded to a domestic in progress at the residence of Clinton Knapp in rural Bates County. Clinton Knapp was arrested for domestic assault and transported to the Bates County jail.
A short time after his arrest a new crime was divulged of a more deviant nature. Provided with this new information, the Bates County Detective Division opened a new case that involved the sexual abuse of a child who was under the age of fourteen years old. Due to the grievous nature of this case of and the involvement of the juvenile victim there is a limited amount of information the Sheriff’s Office can provide to the public about this case.
On February 26, 2015 the Bates County Prosecutor issued a warrant for Clinton Knapp for 50 counts of sexually related crimes to include the following offenses:
Multiple counts of Statutory Sodomy in the 1st degree sex with a child
under 14.
Multiple counts of Statutory rape in the 1st degree of a child under 14.
Multiple counts of endangering the welfare of child in the 1st degree.
Knapp has been incarcerated since his arrest in December 2014. Bond on the new charges was set at $250,000 cash only. Knapp is currently being held at the Bates County Jail.
Clinton Knapp Arrested for 50 counts of Sexually Related Crimes
Flags at Half-Staff After the Passing of State Auditor
ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Gov. Jay Nixon has issued all state facilities to lower flags to half-staffed after State Auditor Tom Schweich passes away from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Governor Jay Nixon released a statement saying:
“I join all Missourians in mourning the passing of State Auditor Tom Schweich, a brilliant, devoted and accomplished public servant who dedicated his career to making Missouri and the world a better place,” Gov. Nixon said. “From his courageous work to combat the illegal drug trade abroad in Afghanistan to his tireless efforts to protect the interests of taxpayers here in Missouri, Tom Schweich’s exceptional intellect and unwavering dedication to public service left a legacy that will endure for many years to come. The First Lady and I send our most heartfelt condolences to Tom’s wife Kathy and two children, Emilie and Thomas, Jr.”
Other state leaders sent their condolences to the Schweich family:
“Tom Schweich was a lifelong public servant for our state and country. I am deeply saddened by his sudden loss, and extend my heartfelt sympathy to his family. I ask all Missourians to keep his family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.” -Attorney General Chris Koster
“Tom was very smart, very capable, outstanding at his job, and a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kathy, their children, and the rest of Tom’s friends and family as they deal with this tragic loss.” -Senator Roy Blunt
“I am heartbroken to hear of Tom’s death. He was a dedicated public servant who truly cared for and fought for Missourians. My heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to his wife and children.”-Rep. Vicky Hartzler
“Tom Schweich was a devoted public servant that I feel fortunate to have gotten to know as a friend and colleague over the past few years. Whether he was serving as our State Auditor, the U.S. Coordinator for Counternarcotics and Justice Reform in Afghanistan, or working at the State Department, Tom always fought tirelessly for the people he was serving. Anyone who had a conversation with Tom knew how dedicated he was to his service. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife Kathy and his children Emilie and Thomas, Jr.”-Secretary of State Jason Kander
“I am in utter shock at the news of Tom Schweich’s tragic passing. Tom will be remembered as a tenacious, energetic, effective elected official who worked tirelessly on behalf of the citizens of this state and this nation. I ask all Missourians to join me in praying for Tom’s family.” -Missouri Republican Party Chairman John Hancock
“We would like to offer our prayers and sympathy to the family of Auditor Tom Schweich. Tom’s experience as a talented federal prosecutor, diplomat and Ambassador made him become a brilliant auditor. In his service to the state of Missouri, he led hundreds of audits, making it his mission to fight corruption and bring transparency to many offices across the state. Our heartfelt prayers go out to his family at this difficult time.” -Senate Leader Tom Dempsey, R-St. Charles; Senate Majority Floor Leader Ron Richard, R-Joplin; Senate Minority Leader Joe Keaveny, D-St. Louis
“I am very sad, and hurt so much for Tom Schweich’s family. He was a good man, and a dedicated public servant, who served our country in so many capacities with distinction and honor. Hug those you love.”-Sen. Claire McCaskill
“It was with immense sadness that I learned of the tragic passing of my good friend and fellow public servant, Tom Schweich. This is a devastating loss for our state as we have now lost a leader and a man of the highest integrity, character and dedication. I ask now that all Missourians pray for the Schweich family as they cope with this tragic loss.”-House Speaker John J. Diehl, Jr.
Flags at Half-Staff After the Passing of State Auditor
1,400 Missouri students to compete in MoNASP state archery tournament
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – About 1,400 student archers from schools around the state will compete at the Missouri National Archery in the Schools Program (MoNASP) sixth annual state tournament on March 27 and 28 at Tan-Tar-A Resort in Osage Beach.
The public is welcome to attend in support of participants.
an affiliate of the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) and promotes education, self-esteem, and physical activity for students in grades 4-12 through participation in the sport of archery.
MoNASP is coordinated through the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) in partnership with more than 478 participating schools and numerous supporting organizations throughout the state. More than 133,000 Missouri students participate in the program.
More than 15,000 student archers around the state have competed so far this winter in local tournaments with the hope of qualifying for one of the 1,400 spots at the state tournament. Student archers who shoot qualifying scores at the state tournament will earn spots at the NASP national tournament this spring in Louisville, Ky.
“Missouri is a great place to hunt and fish, and great place for shooting sports such as archery too,” said MDC MoNASP Coordinator Eric Edwards. “MoNASP not only teaches students the lifetime skills that come from archery, but it also helps them excel in the classroom.”
For more information, including participating schools and communities, visit mdc.mo.gov and search “MoNASP.”
Public invited to March 27 and 28 event at Tan-Tar-A Resort in Osage Beach.
1,400 Missouri students to compete in MoNASP state archery tournament
Bates County Circuit Court News
BATES COUNTY, Mo. St v. William N Brown, probation violation, probation revoked, previous sentence of 7years in MDOC to be executed, 120 day call back option.
St. v Dennis Coon, Felony theft/stealing, guilty plea, sentenced to 7 yrs in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years supervised probation, to do 200 hours of community service, pay court costs.
St v. Dennis Coon, I: burglary; II: theft/stealing, dismissed upon plea on above case.
St v. Mark Lee, probation violation admitted, probation revoked, previous sentence of 5 years in MDOC invoked.
St v. Dustin Sitzes, I: Felony trafficking drugs—sentenced to MDOC for 8 years, given SES, 5 years supervised probation, II: failed to signal—dismissed Ct II.
Richard B Sargent v Ericka R Sargent, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.
Vicki Melhuish v Richard Melhuish, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.
St v. Timothy C Cassady, probation violation, found guilty, ordered to treatment when bed date available, to remain in custody till then.
St v. Carolyn S Hooker, Felony theft/stealing, guilty plea, given SIS, placed on 5 years supervised probation, to do 200 hours of community service, pay court costs, to abide by ten standard conditions; obey all laws, pay court costs.
St v. Karl P McNulty, Jr., I: Felony possession of controlled substance—found guilty, given SIS, placed on 5 yrs supervised probation, II: Misd. Possession of drug paraphernalia, fined $250; III: Misd. Possession of drug paraphernalia, fined $250, Ct IV: dismissed; to pay court costs, to perform 200 hours of community service, to abide by ten standard conditions, obey all laws.
St v. Erik L Otter, I: Felony DWI, II: Misd. Speeding; III: Misd. Possession of controlled substance; IV: Misd. Unlawful use of Drug Paraphernalia; V: Misd. Failed to drive within right lane of highway, guilty plea on amended information.
St v. Levi R Sieleman, I: Felony possession of controlled substance, guilty plea, given SIS, 5 yrs supervised probation, to do 200 hours of community service, pay court costs, to abide by ten standard conditions, obey all laws.
St v. Tabitha M Terronez, I: Felony property damage—guilty plea, given
SIS, placed on 5 yrs probation, to perform 200 community service, to pay restitution, II: Misd DWR/DWS—fine of $200 and court costs, to abide by standard conditions, obey all laws.
St v. Patrick Todd, Felony theft/stealing, found guilty, given SIS, placed on 3 years supervised probation, to abide by standard conditions, obey all laws, pay court costs.
St v Joe Willie Williams, Felony passing bad checks, guilty plea, sentenced to 7 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years supervised probation, standard conditions, obey all laws, pay court costs.
Bates County Circuit Court News
Dr. R.L. "Rob" Hatten, Butler, MO
BUTLER, MO – With tremendous sadness, we must announce that Dr. R.L. “Rob” Hatten of Butler passed away yesterday evening, February 25, 2015 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.
Funeral arrangements are pending at this time, and will be announced under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home (660-679-0009) in Butler. Messages of condolence for Dr. Hatten’s family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Dr. R.L. "Rob" Hatten, Butler, MO
CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS
St v. William N Brown, probation violation, probation revoked, previous sentence of 7years in MDOC to be executed, 120 day call back option.
St. v Dennis Coon, Felony theft/stealing, guilty plea, sentenced to 7 yrs in MDOC, given SES,
placed on 5 years supervised probation, to do 200 hours of community service, pay court costs.
St v. Dennis Coon, I: burglary; II: theft/stealing, dismissed upon plea on above case.
St v. Mark Lee, probation violation admitted, probation revoked, previous sentence of 5 years in MDOC invoked.
St v. Dustin Sitzes, I: Felony trafficking drugs—sentenced to MDOC for 8 years, given SES, 5 years supervised probation, II: failed to signal—dismissed Ct II.
Richard B Sargent v Ericka R Sargent, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.
Vicki Melhuish v Richard Melhuish, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.
St v. Timothy C Cassady, probation violation, found guilty, ordered to treatment when bed date available, to remain in custody till then.
St v. Carolyn S Hooker, Felony theft/stealing, guilty plea, given SIS, placed on 5 years supervised probation, to do 200 hours of community service, pay court costs, to abide by ten standard conditions; obey all laws, pay court costs.
St v. Karl P McNulty, Jr., I: Felony possession of controlled substance—found guilty, given SIS, placed on 5 yrs supervised probation, II: Misd. Possession of drug paraphernalia, fined $250; III: Misd. Possession of drug paraphernalia, fined $250, Ct IV: dismissed; to pay court costs, to perform 200 hours of community service, to abide by ten standard conditions, obey all laws.
St v. Erik L Otter, I: Felony DWI, II: Misd. Speeding; III: Misd. Possession of controlled substance; IV: Misd. Unlawful use of Drug Paraphernalia; V: Misd. Failed to drive within right lane of highway, guilty plea on amended information.
St v. Levi R Sieleman, I: Felony possession of controlled substance, guilty plea, given SIS, 5 yrs supervised probation, to do 200 hours of community service, pay court costs, to abide by ten standard conditions, obey all laws.
St v. Tabitha M Terronez, I: Felony property damage—guilty plea, given
SIS, placed on 5 yrs probation, to perform 200 community service, to pay restitution, II: Misd DWR/DWS—fine of $200 and court costs, to abide by standard conditions, obey all laws.
St v. Patrick Todd, Felony theft/stealing, found guilty, given SIS, placed on 3 years supervised probation, to abide by standard conditions, obey all laws, pay court costs.
St v Joe Willie Williams, Felony passing bad checks, guilty plea, sentenced to 7 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years supervised probation, standard conditions, obey all laws, pay court costs.
CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS
Daylight Savings Time
BUTLER, Mo – It’s that time again, Daylight Savings Time begins on March 8th. Remember to set your clocks forward one hour when you go to bed Saturday Night, March 7th.
Also take the time to buy new batteries for your smoke alarms, change them out and then test to make sure the batteries work.
Don’t be late for a date on Sunday, March 8th, set your clocks forward one hour as Daylight Savings Time goes into effect.
Daylight Savings Time
Buy…Win…Drive
BATES COUNTY, Mo – You have the opportunity to win a set of four (4) Firestone Tires. The Rich Hill Boys Youth Development Center has kicked off their annual fund raising endeavor. For only a $5 purchase, you have the opportunity to win a set of tires valued at $500.
The winning ticket may be redeemed for either tires or service at any Firestone dealer. Tickets may be purchased from Doug McCrorey at 417-283-1500.
The Rich Hill Boys Youth Development Center is a home for troubled teens, 11 – 17 from all over Southern Missouri for a period of 6 – 8 months.
Buy…Win…Drive
Butler Movie Matinee
BUTLER, Mo – It’s time for a movie. You are invited to a Movie Matinee in the Old Butler High School Gym on Sunday, March 1st beginning at 2pm.
The Butler Parks and Recreation Department and the Vision Committee are joining forces for an afternoon of fun watching a good movie, Space Jam with Michael Jordan and Bugs Bunny. You can’t have a movie without popcorn and a drink, and the combo will be on sale for you to purchase for just $2 to enjoy.
Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Come out and have a fun filled afternoon watching a good movie with friends.
Butler Movie Matinee
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Butler Early Childhood Reminder!
BUTLER R-V EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING: For children who will be 3 by July 31, 2015. Appointments are filling fast. March 26 & 27. Please call 660-679-6591 x 147 to reserve your spot.
Butler Early Childhood Reminder!
Butler Varsity Bears Selling KC Royals Vouchers
The Butler Varsity Bears Are Selling Kansas City Royals Baseball Vouchers… Lower Level Seats Are 48 Dollars And 38 Dollars… Your Butler Bear Voucher Tickets Are For Sale For, 21 Dollars Or 19 Dollars Per Seat. Each Purchase Gets The Butler Bears Closer
To Playing A Game In A Major League Stadium…. Each Purchase Makes This Dream One Ticket Closer To Their Dream. Game Date Is April 28th At 4 Pm. Purchase Your Kansas City Royals Ticket Voucher From The Butler High School Office, Midwest Lumber Or From Any Varsity Baseball Player Or Coach.
Butler Varsity Bears Selling KC Royals Vouchers
Donald Trinkle, 82 of Adrian, MO
BATES COUNTY, MO – Services will be held at 10am on Friday, February 27th at the St. Patrick’s Church in Butler, burial in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City, MO under the direction of the Atkinson Funeral Home of Adrian, Mo.
Contributions may be made to the Rose Jeaneane Trinkle Scholarship Fund to Adrian Schools. He is survived by step-daughter Roseanne Bradley, Sisters, Verna Borgman, Leona Kelley, and Rita Melton.
Donald Trinkle, 82 of Adrian, MO
Bargain Buy Show
BATES COUNTY, Mo – The Bargain Buy Show will be on the air from 2 – 3pm on Thursday, February 26th. Call in number is 660-679-4191 to money saving coupons and Branson tickets.
Bargain Buy Show
BATES COUNTY, Mo – On 02-12-2015 Bates County Deputies responded to a theft that had occurred earlier in rural Bates County in the Rich Hill area. The victim stated that he had stolen from his property eight ten foot square beams, four thirty foot beams, one eighteen foot square beam and one semi aluminum fuel tank.
Continuation and update on the above mentioned crime:
The Bates County Detective Division arrested two suspects after a two week long investigation. The suspects were identified as John Brockmeyer DOB 06-09-1964 of Rich Hill, and Debbie Brockmeyer of Rich Hill.
Both suspects are currently in custody in the Bates County Jail on a $10,000 cash or surety bond for a Class C Felony.
If you have any information about the above listed crimes or any other crimes that have taken place in your community, please do not hesitate to contact a Deputy or Detective at the Bates County Sheriff’s Office at 660-679-3232. You can also email Chief Deputy William Perryman at 4901@batescountysheriff.com.
Let's Go Out to the Ballgame
BUTLER, Mo – Playing in a Major League Baseball stadium is a dream shared by many youngsters. For high school students participating in the 2015 Royals High School Baseball Classic, this provides an opportunity for that dream to become a reality. For the last thirteen seasons, the Kansas City Royals have hosted high school baseball teams at this annual event. This year Kauffman Stadium will again host several area high school teams. Our Butler Bear Baseball team has the opportunity to play at Kauffman Stadium on April 28th at 4:00pm. Make plans to watch the Bears play the Eagles at Kauffman Stadium. Admission to this game is free so come out and enjoy the game.
To be eligible our Baseball Team needs to sell 1000 vouchers. This year the team will be selling vouchers for Field Box and Field Plaza seats for this 2015 Royals season. These vouchers can be exchanged for game tickets at the Royals ticket outlet on the first day of the season or the day of the game. Regular prices for these lower level seats are $48.00 and $38.00. The Bears are selling the ticket vouchers for $21.00 and $19.00 per seat. Vouchers can be purchased at Midwest Lumber 679-3137 or from any varsity baseball player or coach. Thank you for your support!
The blackout dates will be” 4/6, 5/15, 5/16, 5/17, 5/22, 5/23, 5/24, 6/19, 6/20, and 6/21.
Let's Go Out to the Ballgame
Shots Fired in Rockville
On February 24th, late last night Bates County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a shots fired call that had happened earlier in Rockville. Sheriff Chad Anderson was notified of the nature of the call and then called out extra units and the Detective Division to meet him in Rockville to begin an investigation. Once Bates County Deputies arrived at the reporting party’s residence they received the following information from the victim.
The victim stated he was traveling South on B highway in front of Seiders One Stop. The victim stated he saw a white in color SUV possibly a Jeep traveling on B highway behind him. The SUV then attempted to pass him in the area of Seiders One Stop. The victim stated that while the SUV was trying to pass him, one of the occupants fired two gun shots at his truck. The white SUV continued to follow the vehicle onto County Road 15305 where they fired three more shots at the victim. The victim arrived at his residence, exited his vehicle and returned fire at the white SUV. The white SUV then sped off.
During the investigation a search of the area was conducted for the suspect vehicle. The tail gate of the victim’s truck had been shot once. The bullet hole in the tail gate did not penetrate all the way through. The bullet was trapped inside the tailgate. Sheriff Chad Anderson had the Bates County Detective Division remove the bullet from the tail gate. The bullet will be sent to the crime lab for analysis to determine the caliber and to see if the bullet is a match to a specific weapon that may have been used in other crimes.
If you have any information about the above listed crime or any other crimes that have taken place in your community, please do not hesitate to contact a Deputy or Detective at the Bates County Sheriff’s Office at 660-679-3232. You can also email Chief Deputy William Perryman at 4901@batescountysheriff.com.
Shots Fired in Rockville
“Wish List” for the Butler Public Library
BUTLER, Mo – Where can you go to use a computer if you don’t have one; find a reading room to relax and read local newspapers and magazines; use a resource center for people from all over the country to explore historical connections and find a book club that meets monthly? The Butler Public Library has all of these conveniences in one place.
The library currently has over 10,000 library card holders. The library’s 2015 wish list includes monetary donations for the purchase of: computer station table; 8 chair mats; an oscillating stand fan; Summer Reading Program Prizes and refreshments and also story hour crafts and refreshments.
Any contribution you give to the Butler Public Library is tax deductible. For any questions, contact the library at 660-679-4321 or www.butlerpubliclibrary.org.
“Wish List” for the Butler Public Library
Business Expo in Adrian
BATES COUNTY, Mo – Now is the time to make your plans for the upcoming Adrian Business Expo. Sponsored by the Adrian Chamber of Commerce, the Expo will be held on March 7th at the Adrian Optimist Building. Vendors and businesses will be available from 9am to 3pm.
If you would like to set up a booth, now is the time to contact the Adrian Chamber at 816-297-0004. The cost for chamber member is $45 for non-electric booths, and $55 for booths with power.
If you are not a member of the Adrian Chamber, your cost will be $60 without power and $70 if you need electricity.
Make your plans to attend the Adrian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Expo, Saturday, March 7th at the Adrian Optimist Building.
Business Expo in Adrian
Butler Early Childhood Screening
BUTLER, MO – The Butler RV School District is hosting its annual preschool screening March 26 and 27.
The screening provides information about your child’s progress. It is open to 3 and 4 year olds who must be 3 by 7-31-2015. Call for an appointment 660-679-6591, ext. 147.
You must have a copy of their immunization record, social security card, birth certificate and proof of residency.
Butler Early Childhood Screening
OATS has Tax Credits Available to Donors
COLUMBIA, Mo. February 23, 2015 – OATS, Inc. received an allocation of $15,000 in tax credits from the State of Missouri Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP). Through this program, eligible donors who make a contribution to OATS can receive 50% of their gift back in the form of a tax credit.
Donations made using the NAP tax credits will go toward the purchase of new buses in the community of the donor’s choice. Through the generosity of donors and the NAP tax credit program, OATS can maximize its fundraising efforts in the community. Those eligible for the tax credits include businesses, individuals who operate a sole proprietorship, operate a farm, have rental property or royalty income, as well as a shareholder in an S-corporation, a partner in a Partnership or a member of a Limited Liability Corporation.
“Businesses who donate through this program are able to keep their tax dollars in their own community,” said Dorothy Yeager, OATS Executive Director. “These dollars allow us to continue providing transportation to get people to work, to the doctor, or to the store for their essential shopping and nutrition needs,” said Dorothy Yeager, OATS Executive Director.
OATS, Inc. is a statewide transportation provider serving the rural general public, senior citizens and people with disabilities in 87 Missouri counties. The agency serves more than 30,000 Missourians annually. Since 1971, the mission of OATS is to provide reliable transportation for transportation disadvantaged Missourians so they can live independently in their own communities.
If you are interested in making a donation or learning more about the NAP tax credit program, please contact project director, Jill Stedem, at jstedem@oatstransit.org or call 573-443-4516. Find out other ways to donate on our website at www.oatstransit.org.
OATS has Tax Credits Available to Donors
Bates County Sheriff’s Office Taking Applications
BATES COUNTY, Mo – The Bates County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for a POST certified Deputy position. Applicants will be required to pass a criminal and character background check as well as a drug screen.
The hourly rate is $11.23 per hour. The full time position has benefits that include health insurance. You can download your application at www.batescountysheriff.com or you can email your resume to 4912@batescountysheriff.com. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Lt. Corbin at 660-679-3232.
The Bates County Sheriff’s Office is also taking applications for corrections officers. Applicants must be able to pass a background check and a drug test and may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays. The hourly rate is $10.00 per hour.
Applications are available from dispatch or downloaded from the Bates County Sheriff’s website at www.batescountysheriff.com.
Bates County Sheriff’s Office Taking Applications
Trial of a Nevada Man Began Tuesday for Kidnapping
The trial of a Nevada man accused of kidnapping a New Jersey man nearly 5 years ago, is set to begin Tuesday with jury selection at the Sussex County Courthouse in New Jersey for the trial of 50 year old Douglas Stangeland, of Nevada.
Stangeland has been charged in the kidnapping of Jeffrey Muller of Newton, New Jersey on January 8th, 2010. 48 year old Lonnie Swarnes, of Rich Hill, is also charged in the kidnapping of Muller. Both men face further charges in Vernon County for an assault against a Nevada resident. Stangeland and Swarnes refused bargain deals offered to them in 2011, which would have resulted in each receiving a 23 year sentence.
If convicted, both men would face life sentences, with 30 years of parole ineligibility. Three additional men were arrested in 2010 and extradited to New Jersey in connection to the case, charged with first degree kidnapping.
26 year old Andrew Wadel, of Rich Hill, received sentences from both New Jersey and Vernon County in June of 2012, where he was sentenced to 18 years in prison. 60 year old Roy Slates and 53 year old William Barger, both of Nevada, have sentences that are currently pending.
Slates was given a 5 year suspended sentence in November 2011, having pled guilty in New Jersey to conspiracy to commit theft by extortion. In Vernon County, he pled guilty to felonies of concealing a felony and hindering prosecution.
Trial of a Nevada Man Began Tuesday for Kidnapping
Prom Dress Sale
BUTLER, MO – If you are in need of a gently used prom dress, stop by the St. Matthew Lutheran Church on March 7th. Dresses will be on sale from 1 – 3pm for your convenience.
St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church is also looking for dresses for the upcoming sale. If you have dresses you would like to either donate or sell, please bring them to the church between noon and 1pm on March 7th. The church is located on the corner of Atkinson and Fulton Street in Butler.
St. Matthew will keep $5 of the sale of each dress. For more information call Ann at 913-620-1853 or Kay at 660-200-6220.
Prom Dress Sale
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Bates County Sheriff's Office Drug Arrest
BATES COUNTY, Mo -On 02-23-2015 while on patrol, a Bates County Sheriff’s Deputy observed a red 1997 Mercury passenger car with defective equipment. The license plate on the vehicle came back to a 1985 Oldsmobile passenger car. The Bates County Sheriff’s Deputy activated his emergency lights to affect a traffic stop.
The driver of the vehicle was eastbound on 18 highway, continued a short distance then turned onto County Road 12001 before coming to a complete stop. Once stopped the driver exited the vehicle and ran into a harvested corn field. During this incident a second Deputy arrived to assist in the foot chase. During the foot chase a Bates County Deputy was able to observe the adult male suspect empty some items from his pocket. A short time later Deputies were able to apprehend the suspect and control him through the deployment of the X 26 Tazer to affect an arrest.
Once the suspect was in custody the Bates County K-9 unit was called to the scene for an article search of the corn field. The K-9 was able to locate a cigarette pack that contained two bags of methamphetamine.
The Male suspect was identified as David Cook of Drexel DOB 05-28-1985 and is currently being held at the Bates County jail on an existing No BOND Warrant from Bates County for Damage to jail Property a Class D felony.
More Charges pending on this case.
Bates County Sheriff's Office Drug Arrest
4-H FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
College is expensive but 4-H can help! 4-H participation and involvement
leads young people to explore various careers and educational options.
The Missouri 4-H Foundation offers college scholarships that help 4-H members
pursue their educational dreams. 4-Hers who are current high school
seniors and former 4-Hers who are college students are eligible to apply.
The scholarship guidelines and application are available at
http://4h.missouri.edu/recognition/.
Applications for Missouri 4-H Foundation Scholarships are due to your
local Extension Office by March 20, 2015.
4-H FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Russell H. Chandler, 89 of Butler, MO
Russell H. Chandler, 89 of Butler, Missouri passed away February 23, 2015 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Friday, February 27, 2015 at Mullinax Funeral Home in Butler. Visitation will be Thursday evening, 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler. Contributions are suggested to the Bates County Elks Scholarship Fund, and are being received at the funeral home. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Russell Henry Chandler was born August 4, 1925 in Butler, Missouri, son of Marion Thomas and Tiny Florence (Chaney) Chandler. He attended the Lost Corner Grade School and graduated from Butler High School. Following school, Russell served four years in the U.S. Navy, crossing the equator in his travels. Russell was united in marriage to Marjorie Mae Camerer on July 18, 1943. He and Marjorie were heavily involved in the McGinnis Youth Center in Rich Hill, Missouri, as well as 4-H, where they served as club leaders.
Russell also served on the board of directors for the Mid-America Dairy Association, and traveled yearly to the national locations all over the U.S. He operated a farm and dairy all of his working years, and also worked for a time at Rice Implement in Butler. He was a charter member and honorary lifetime member of the Bates County Elks Lodge No. 2653. He was a longtime member of the Butler Saddle Club, and notably Russell was the last surviving member of the New Hope Baptist Church.
Russell was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marjorie; an infant son; and another son, Tommy Chandler; two brothers, and two sisters. He is survived by son Wesley Chandler and wife Janie of Butler; son Jim Chandler and wife Marty of Hume, Missouri; son Scott Chandler and wife Debby of Butler; seven grandsons, and four granddaughters; 26 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Zella Rose Doane of Butler; as well as numerous family members.
Russell H. Chandler, 89 of Butler, MO
Come One, Come All to “Casino Night”
BATES COUNTY, Mo – Make your plans to attend the 8th annual Bates County Casino Night on Saturday, March 21, 2015, at the Adrian Optimist Building. Social hour will be from 6:30 – 7:30 and the Casino will be open from 7:30 – 10:00pm. With your $25.00 admission ticket your dinner and drinks will be included, but you must be 21 to attend and have a ticket to enter. All proceeds will benefit the Bates County Children’s Center.
The 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.
There will be live mouse races, plinko, and raffles along with Blackjack, Craps and Poker and join in the fun of a live auction after the Casino closes.
Tickets may be purchased from Jami at the Bates County Sheriff’s Office, members of the Children’s Center Committee or at the Juvenile Office. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.
Tickets are available at the Children’s Center, 413 West Howard in Butler or the Bates County Juvenile Office. For more information call 417-549-0900 or 660-679-4434.
Come One, Come All to “Casino Night”
More than 80 compete in 4-H state meats contest
COLUMBIA, Mo – The University of Missouri Extension 4-H state meats contest on Feb. 7 drew more than 30 competing 4-H members. More than 50 FFA students also participated as practice for upcoming events.. Participants visited meat labs at the MU Division of Animal Sciences and identified 30 cuts of meat during the judging.
According to Alan J. Mundey, Bates County 4-H Youth Specialist, Bates County was represented by Harrison, Andrew and Etienne Wepener from the Countyline 4-H club. Both Andrew and Etienne finished in the top 10 in the junior division.
The Randolph County 4-H Club (8-13 years) took first and third place in the junior meats judging. Second place went to Monroe County 4-H’ers.
Top individuals in this group were William Crain, Monroe County, first; Quincy Wiegand, Randolph County, second; Alaina Link, Randolph County, third; Martina Joseph, Randolph County, fourth; and Austin Mitchell, Randolph County, fifth.
Senior meats team winners in the 14-and-over category were Monroe County, first, and Jasper County, second. Individual winners were Danielle Herrin, Monroe County, first; Anne Marie Anibal, Jasper County, second; Maddison Breid, Monroe County, third; Sam Anibal, Jasper County, fourth; and Ashlyn Peterson, Monroe County, fifth.
More than 80 compete in 4-H state meats contest
Awesome Job Jacob Shipley
BUTLER, Mo – On Thursday through Saturday, February 19-21, the Butler Bears varsity wrestling team traveled to the 2015 MSHSAA State Wrestling Tournament at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO. The Bears took one wrestler to the state tournament, Freshman Jacob Shipley (106).
Butler Wrestlers’ Individual Match Results At State Tournament
106 Jacob Shipley (FR) 1 win, 2 losses
Shipley drew a tough wrestler from Principia on Thursday morning, Caleb Kelly. Shipley lost by fall in the second period. Kelly went on to advance to the semifinal. Shipley had to wrestle back on the consolation side immediately after, winning a decision over Clayton Haslag of Fatima 9-2. Friday morning, Shipley landed in the second round wrestleback with another strong opponent, Konner Shewmaker (SO) of Versailles. Although he secured the first takedown, Shipley found himself in trouble in the second period, losing by fall. Shipley finished his season at 33-14.
Coach’s Comments
“This post-season was a tough one for the Bears. Our new district, district 3, had 6 of the top 12 teams at state from last season in it. The district also has depth in the particular weight classes where we have wrestlers trying to take that next step- qualifying for state. Only one of our 8 varsity wrestlers wrestling at this district tournament had even attended last season’s district tournament. The wrestlers who return next season should be better prepared to have a chance to get out of this district and get to Columbia. We’re proud that Jacob Shipley got a chance to represent us at state. Winning a match at state also validates that you didn’t sneak out of your district or get lucky. Not every draw at state is equal, and I do think there were a few other 106 lb wrestlers that he would have matched up better against on the consolation side. Regardless, he takes back state-level experience to his teammates and to the practice room for this off-season. In the future, his next goal will be to keep standing through Saturday- when they pass out the medals. I would like to say thank you once again to our wrestling families, our media, and all of our fans through this season. We appreciate your support.”
Awesome Job Jacob Shipley
Help in Resume Preparation
BATES COUNTY, Mo – If you are looking for your first job, or advancing with new job prospects, make plans to attend the Bates County Resume Workshop on March 5th. This free workshop will feature Rayna Born from the Nevada Career Center who will be covering resume building as well as how to prepare for and dress for a job interview.
The resume workshop will be held in the new Annex Building on the south side of the Butler Square and will begin at 6pm. This workshop is for everyone and will teach you how to build your resume to highlight to prospective employers your skills and job experience.
This workshop will help job seekers get ready for the Bates County Job Fair held on March 26th.
Help in Resume Preparation
Vincent Abell, II Arrested for Violation of Order of Protection
HENRY COUNTY, Mo – According to Henry County Sheriff J. Kent Oberkrom, a search warrant was served on Monday, February 23, 2015 at 414 North Maple Street, Calhoun, Missouri. The search warrant was applied for and subsequently issued by the court, after review by the prosecuting attorney that allowed law enforcement to search for the person of Vincent Paul Abell, II and a minor child at that residence.
Earlier, Vincent Paul Abell, II was served an ex-parte order of protection at his residence. The order gave custody of a one year old minor child to the mother, who was the petitioner on the order of protection. Mr. Abell, after being served the order of protection, refused to comply with the custody order and subsequently went into his residence, locking the door and failing to respond to several attempts by Henry County Deputies to open the door and comply with the order.
Subsequently, a search warrant was applied for and issued by the court granting law enforcement to enter the residence and search for the person of Vincent Paul Abell, II and the minor child. While law enforcement officers were preparing to enter the residence, Mr. Abell bolted from a garage and entered the home on the back porch. Major Robert Hills, Cpl. Aaron Brown and Deputy Leonard Kubilus pursued Abell into the residence where he was taken into custody. Another adult in the home was cooperative with law enforcement and surrendered the minor child in accordance with the order of the court.
Mr. Abell was charged with violation of an order of protection and failing to obey the lawful order of a law enforcement officer. Abell was transported to the Henry County Detention Center where he was later released after posting a $2,500.00 bond.
Vincent Abell, II Arrested for Violation of Order of Protection
Monday, February 23, 2015
Be on the Lookout for Missing Girl
BATES COUNTY, Mo – On February 22nd at or about 1200 hours, Butler Police Department Officers took a report of a runaway juvenile. The runaway, Diana Laraine Kersey, 16 years old, was last seen by her parents on February 21st in the evening. Diana was last seen in Butler with Ryan A.T. Shull and was possibly headed to the Safari Motel in Clinton, MO. Butler Police Department Officers contacted the Clinton Police Department and requested they check the Safari Motel for Diana or Ryan.
Clinton Police Department Officers quickly located several individuals that may have been with or know Diana’s location but were unable to locate Diana before all the subjects left the motel sometime overnight.
Diana was last seen with Ryan A.T. Shull headed across 7 Highway towards the BP gas station in Clinton wrapped in a blanket. She is described as having short multicolored hair, glasses and pale skin. She was also seen with Bobby J. Shull and James H. Keiffer and may be in a dark blue 2014 Dodge Avenger with Illinois license plates.
If anyone sees Diana or has any knowledge as to her whereabouts please contact the Butler Police Department at 660-679-6131 or your local police department.
Be on the Lookout for Missing Girl
Extension Council Elections Begin February 24
The Vernon County Extension Council Elections will be held February 24 through March 3.
The county extension council works with the Extension staff members in planning and making recommendations for educational programs. The Vernon County council is composed of 20 members, 16 elected and 2 appointed. Voting throughout the county will be by districts. Voters can only vote for candidates in their district. Vernon County is divided into 2 districts: Northern (north of 54 Highway) and Southern (South of 54 Highway). Anyone who is 18 or older is eligible to vote. Ballot boxes will be placed at the following locations:
Extension Center – Nevada
Farm Bureau – Nevada
Farm Service Agency – Nevada
YMCA – Nevada
Producers Grain/MFA – Walker
University of Missouri Extension offers educational programs in such categories as agriculture, home economics, business and industry, community development, youth development and 4-H, and various continuing education courses, seminars, and workshops. The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and is nondiscriminatory relative to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or status as a Vietnam-era veteran.
Extension Council Elections Begin February 24
Cass County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Deadly Weekend Shooting
Cass County – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the deadly shooting of a 30-year-old man that occurred early Sunday morning southeast of Harrisonville
Deputies were called to a residence in the 24000 block of East 275th Street around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday after receiving a 9-1-1 call about a shooting. Deputies arrived and found one subject inside the residence with a fatal gunshot wound. Witnesses stated that during a disturbance involving multiple members of the household, 65 year-old Peter T. Barbookles and another subject was assaulted by the deceased. During the disturbance Mr. Barbookles shot and fatally wounded the subject.
The deceased has been identified as William R. Whelan Jr. 30, of Harrisonville. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Both subjects lived at the residence.
Mr. Barbookles was transported to an area hospital and treated for injuries he received in the disturbance. He was taken into custody following his release from the hospital Sunday. Mr. Barbookles was later released after questioning. Detectives also interviewed several witnesses who were at the residence.
The Jackson County Medical Examiner’s Office will conduct an autopsy on Monday.
The case is currently under review by the Cass County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
Cass County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Deadly Weekend Shooting
Freeman Pancakes March 7th in Butler
It’s Freeman’s Famous Pancakes.. Saturday March 7th At The Butler Senior Center. Pancakes Will Hit The Grill From 7 Am Until 9 Am. This Country Breakfast Will Be Donations Only…. And All Proceeds Go To The Needs Of The Butler Senior Center..
Freeman Pancakes March 7th in Butler
Missouri State Highway Patrol Seeks Trooper Applicants
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premiere law enforcement agency, is testing for new troopers. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and will offer testing at nine different locations in Missouri. Those who successfully complete testing will be eligible to continue in the selection process for the 102nd Recruit Class, scheduled to begin training on January 4, 2016. The application deadline is March 29, 2015. Testing at some locations will begin as early as March 4, 2015.
To be eligible, candidates must possess a minimum of 30 college credits, or two years of federal active duty military service with an honorable discharge, or two years of full-time POST certified experience as a law enforcement officer with arrest authority at the time recruit training begins.
The starting salary for trooper is $3,168 per month while in training; $3,356 per month after six months; and $3,652 per month at two years of service. Other benefits include group health insurance, contributory retirement, career advancement, and more.
The selection process is a multi-phase testing procedure including: written examination, a physical fitness for duty assessment, polygraph examination, background investigation, and oral interview board. After a conditional offer of employment, the applicant must successfully complete a medical examination (to include vision and hearing), psychological examination, a psychological interview, drug screening, and final applicant review.
Interested persons can find out more about the qualifications by contacting a Patrol recruiter at telephone number 1-800-796-7000, or may apply online at www.motrooper.com.
Missouri State Highway Patrol Seeks Trooper Applicants
Bates County Sheriff's Office Activity Report
February 16, 2015
Alarm – Adrian
MVA – Adrian
MVA – Adrian
MVA – Adrian
Suspicious Activity – Adrian
Check Well Being – Butler
Theft – Adrian
February 17, 2015
Ambulance Request – Rich Hill
Ambulance Request – Butler
MVA – Adrian
911 Hang Up – Butler
Theft – Appleton City
Civil Standby – Hume
Agency Assist – Butler
February 18, 2015
Agency Assist – Rich Hill
Wanted Subject – Butler
Drugs – Adrian
MVA – Adrian
February 19, 2015
Wanted Subject – Rich Hill
Speak To Officer – Amsterdam
MVA – Adrian
Speak To Officer – Hume
February 20, 2015
Death Investigation – Adrian
911 Hang Up – Butler
Theft – Amoret
Controlled Burn
Check Well Being – Adrian
Check Well Being – Ballard
February 21, 2015
Agency Assist – Butler
911 Hang Up – Butler
Domestic – Merwin
Wanted Subject – Adrian
MVA – Passaic
Slide Off – Adrian
Check Well Being – Butler
Slide Off – Rich Hill
Slide Off – Rich Hill
Slide Off – Rich Hill
Slide Off – Butler
Slide Off – Rockville
Slide Off – Adrian
Slide Off – Passaic
Slide Off – Butler
February 22, 2015
Agency Assist – Adrian
Suspicious Activity – Butler
Alarm – Adrian
Suspicious Activity – Adrian
Animal Call – Adrian
Agency Assist – Adrian
C & I – Adrian
MVA – Butler
CWB – Passaic
C & I – Rich Hill
Ambulance Request – Rich Hill
Rich Hill Activity Report
February 16, 2015
C & I
Fire
Suspicious Activity
Fire Investigation
February 17, 2015
Ambulance Request
Drugs
February 18, 2015
Ambulance Request
Drugs
Controlled Burn
Wanted Subject
February 19, 2015
Agency Assist
Civil Standby
February 20, 2015
Controlled Burn
February 21, 2015
Theft
Harassment
February 22, 2015
C & I
Ambulance Request
Bates County Sheriff's Office Activity Report
Lost Cattle
BATES COUNTY, Mo – 3 Angus bulls are mission. Last seen on Sunday, February 22nd 7-8 miles west of Passaic heading north across F Highway.
A reward is offered so if you have seen these 3 head of Angus contact Ivan Westover at 60-679-4338 or 660-464-0177 or call the X-Changer and ask for Joyce.
Lost Cattle
Frances Lee Kearns, 79 of Drexel, MO
Frances Lee Kearns, 79, of Drexel, MO passed away February 20, 2015 at Cass Regional Medical Center, Harrisonville, MO. Funeral Services will be held 3:00 pm Saturday, February 28th at Mullinax Funeral Home –Drexel Chapel with Rev. Dennis Stone officiating.
A visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:00 to 3:00 pm Saturday, also at the Drexel Chapel. Burial will follow services in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel, MO. Frances is survived by her children, Damona Parks of Raymore, MO, and Darren K. Kearns of Drexel, MO. By her grandson Daniel Parks of Kansas City, MO, as well as many cousins. She will be truly missed.
Contributions suggested to the Drexel United Methodist Church or Sharon Cemetery. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Frances Lee Kearns, 79 of Drexel, MO
Joshua Morrilo Arrested for Domestic Assault
BATES COUNTY, Mo – On 02-20-2015 Bates County Sheriff’s Deputy responded to a domestic that had occurred earlier. Bates County Deputies arrived at a location outside the city limits of Adrian. Bates County Deputies made contact with the suspect Joshua Morillo of Adrian DOB 08-23-1982. Joshua Morillo was arrested and transported to the Bates County Jail for Domestic Assault in the second degree. This is a class C felony. His bond was set at $50,000.00 cash only.
Sheriff Anderson takes domestic violence very seriously. If you are a victim of domestic violence, please do NOT hesitate to contact a Deputy at 660-679-3232. There are resources available to help victims of domestic violence through our Victim Advocate, Donna Morris. A Bates County Sheriff’s Deputy can help you make contact with our Victim Advocate who will help provide you with many valuable resources.
If you have any information about the above listed crime or any other crimes that have taken place in your community, please do not hesitate to contact a Deputy or Detective at the Bates County Sheriff’s Office at 660-679-3232. You can also email Chief Deputy William Perryman at 4901@batescountysheriff.com.
Joshua Morrilo Arrested for Domestic Assault
Businesses - Register Now for Bates County Job Fair
BATES COUNTY, Mo – The 1st Annual Bates County Job Fair will be held on March 26th from 10am – 2pm in the Old Butler High School Gym.
Do you own a business or know a business that would be interested in having a booth at the Bates County Job Fair? Attached is the registration form to fill out to do so. As long as your registration is mailed by March 6th, the registration fee is only $10, but after that date the fee will increase to $20.
Registration Form job fair
After completion of the form, make your check out to The City of Butler and mail them to:
City of Butler
Attn: Casey Koehn
Box 420
Butler, MO
For more information contact Elizabeth Ogg, Bates County Economic Development at 660-464-2151.
Businesses - Register Now for Bates County Job Fair
BBB Warns Consumers of Scam with Local Address
The BBB has been made aware of a business with a local PO Box that has been threatening consumers with jail time if they don’t fork over money.
Century Processing has been calling consumers across the country about debts that had been paid off years ago. They call from 816-812-0142 and claim to operate from PO Box 4201, Kansas City, MO. They claim that these debts are still outstanding and demand payment. The company then makes various threats about charges being brought against consumers, FBI involement, and placing warrants for their arrests. This type of threat violates the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. The business hopes to bully and scare the consumer into making payments.
Consumers should be aware of their rights concerning debt collection practices.
-A consumer cannot be arrested for owing a debt.
-A debt collector cannot lie to the debtor for any reason. If they tell a consumer that he or she will be arrested, they are lying.
-A debt collector must validate the debt, in writing, if requested to do so.
If a business is unwilling follow these rules, they are in violation of federal law and the consumer should hang up the phone. If the consumer is still worried about owing a legitimate debt, he or she should contact the original creditor for more information.
BBB Warns Consumers of Scam with Local Address
Butler Animal Control Officer Met with House of Hound
BUTLER, Mo – Rodger Cecil, Butler’s Animal Control Officer, met with Bert Brooks with House of Hound in Grandview, Mo last week in regard to using his services to decrease the number of dogs that are euthanized in Butler due to low adoption rates and neglectful owners who choose not to pick up their dogs.
Brooks is working with the city to help save the lives of some of these dogs. Unfortunately, they will not be able to save the life of every dog that comes their way, but this is a start to decrease the number of dogs that will have to be put down.
Cecil has verified that House of Hound is a legitimate dog rescue organization and has reviewed Mr. Brooks’ state and local documentation which is available for public viewing on his website www.houseofhound.org. In the past, opportunities to work with rescue organizations have failed due to those organizations not being legitimate licensed rescues. By law Butler is required to work only with those rescues which are legitimate and licensed.
Butler Animal Control Officer Met with House of Hound
Butler Police Department Activity Report
02/16/2015
Medical assist 400 block of S Delaware
Disturbance 100 block of N Maple
Disturbance Super 8
Alarm 600 block of W Ft Scott
Theft report Wal Mart
Assault report 800 block of W Pine
Animal complaint Fran Apts
Assault report Hospital
Keep the peace
911 300 block of N Orange
02/17/2015
Shoplifter call Wal-mart
Keep the peace 800 block of W pine
Animal complaint 800 block of N Maple
Animal complaint 200 block of W Vine
Well being check W Mill St
Well being check 200 block of N Fulton
02/18/2015
Warrant service N Bus 49
Animal complaint 400 block of W Ft Scott
Medical assist 400 block of W Pine
Traffic assist Schowengert
Warrant service
Animal complaint 100 block of S Olive
Medical assist Fulton and Atkinson
Medical assist 200 block of S Austin
Accident Fran Ave
02/19/2015
Warrant service Ft Scott and Fran
Open door N Austin
Assist DFS 400 S High
Missing child report
Accident Food Pantry
Theft report
Well being check 100 block of W Dakota
02/20/2015
Assist BCSO
Accident W 52 by Sonic
Accident N Bus 49
C and I driver 300 block of E Oak
Accident Conoco
Disturbance BCMH
Animal complaint N Water
02/21/2015
Assist EMS 400 S Fran
Keep the peace 300 block of W Ohio
Animal complaint High and Ohio
02/22/2015
Assault report 600 block of W Pine
Missing child report
Animal complaint S Park
Butler Police Department Activity Report
Sunday, February 22, 2015
Raymore Walmart Press Release
At approximately 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning ( 2/22/15) Belton Police received a report of an individual brandishing a weapon outside of a vehicle.
Shortly after, Raymore Police received a call that an individual exited a car matching the same description and ran into the Raymore Walmart.
Raymore Walmart was evacuated and police responded to the scene. The Cass County Tactical Response Unit and K-9 Unit were activated to do an in-depth search of the store. The individual was not located within the store and police believe he may have evacuated with the rest of the patrons. No one was injured. Detectives have been working this case since the initial calls came in this morning. It remains an active investigation.
“We are very fortunate this ended the way it did,” Raymore Police Chief Jan Zimmerman said. “The safety of our residents and visitors to our community is our top priority and we appreciate the public’s patience as we conducted our investigation today.”
Officers from the Raymore and Belton Police Departments, along with the Cass County Sheriff’s Department, Lee’s Summit Police Department, and Missouri Highway Patrol assisted with the response effort. Walmart reopened for business shortly after 3 p.m.
Raymore Walmart Press Release
Drexel Lady Cats finished their season
undefeated with a record of 25-0. They will begin district play Tuesday evening in Appleton City taking on Northeast Vernon County.
The girls hope to continue their winning ways with their “No Excuses” mentality they set out with at the beginning of the season. Congratulations Lady Cats and good luck in Districts.
The seniors were also honored last night. Senior Lady Cat players are:
Jenna Bartholomew, Sarah Cawby and Lauryn Campbell
Drexel Lady Cats finished their season
Saturday, February 21, 2015
Man's death leads to discovery of new virus in Kansas, CDC reports
(CNN) – The CDC has discovered a new virus that may have contributed to a Kansas man’s death, the agency announced Friday.
Named the Bourbon virus after the county where the patient lived, the virus is likely spread by tick or insect bites, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.
A 50-year-old man suffered multiple tick bites in the spring of 2014 while working outside on his property, the CDC said in an article published in the agency’s “Infectious Diseases” journal.
The man fell ill over the next two days, went to a doctor on the third day, was hospitalized and died of a heart attack 11 days after becoming sick, the CDC said.
While the man was hospitalized, test results for many infectious diseases came back negative, the press release said. A blood sample was sent to the CDC, which determined a new virus had been discovered, the press release said.
The man’s symptoms included fever, tiredness, rash, headache, other body aches, nausea and vomiting, the website said. The man had low blood counts for cells that fight infection and help prevent bleeding, the website said.
Though the CDC only has one case to work with, the agency said “it is likely that Bourbon virus is spread through tick or other insect bites.”
The CDC recommends people protect themselves by tick bites by using insect repellents, wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants, avoiding bushy and wooded areas and checking for ticks after spending time outdoors.
The Bourbon virus is part of a group of viruses linked to tick or insect bites in Europe, Asia and Africa, the CDC said.
This is the first time a virus in this group, known as thogotoviruses, has been known to cause illness in the United States, the CDC said.
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Man's death leads to discovery of new virus in Kansas, CDC reports
Friday, February 20, 2015
Disney on Ice Tickets
FM- 92 Will Be Giving Away Tickets For Disney On Ice At The Sprint Center.. Stay Tuned
To FM- 92 For Your Chance To Win Tickets For Disney On Ice Passport To Adventure Featuring Peter Pan, Tinker Bell And The Pirates, Little Mermaid And More.. Kmoe Will Be Giving Some Lucky Listeners Tickets To The Show…. Show Dates Are March 4th Through The 8th At The Sprint Center.
Disney on Ice Tickets
Kansas City Star Press Release Staff exodus Butler
Staff exodus makes a tough business tougher in Butler, Mo.
By ERIC ADLER –
The Kansas City Star
Running a newspaper can be a rough business. In tiny Butler, Mo., it just got rougher.
So it happens when all five members of the editorial staff of the town’s weekly paper — The News Xpress — work to put a paper to bed and then, on that same night, collectively hand in their resignations. Then, just days later, they publish a brand new, competitive 16-page newspaper of their own, while opening an office only a few doors down from their former employer.
“All of our women up front, they bought a new paper and they opened one next door and they’re trying to run us out of town,” Chase Peters, the son of News Xpress owner Jon Peters, lamented this week as he and family scrambled to put out a paper with no staff.
Said Jon Peters: “I don’t need sympathy … I need labor. I need layout. I need workers.”
The walkout in Bates County happened Feb. 9.
When the staff of the The News Xpress departed, they also left no one to put out the company’s two other publications, the weekly shoppers Xchanger and Xchanger2, because the same staff produced all three publications.
Of course, every story has at least two sides. Lee Anna Schowengerdt, the 40-year-old owner and publisher of two new competing weeklies — The Messenger newspaper and The Hub, a shopper — doesn’t think Peters should have been taken by complete surprise.
“I think in his heart he probably knew it was coming,” she said.
Schowengerdt had worked as The News Xpress company’s graphic designer for 20 years and, before that, had worked there on and off since age 13. Her mother, Paula Schowengerdt, 66, was the company’s office manager and worked there for 33 years.
Both originally had worked for Jim and Carol Peters who, as husband and wife, published the first issue of the Xchanger in 1978. Then, in 1984, they expanded, launching the News Xpress.
When Jim Peters died in October 2012 at age 79, the paper was left in the hands of son Jon. Both Schowengerdts said they thought the working relationship suffered.
“I loved his mother and dad. I learned a lot of from them. They did everything for me,” Lee Anna Schowengerdt said. “But … it changed.”
Lee Anna Schowengerdt said that last year she asked Peters whether he might be willing to sell The News Xpress and Xchanger papers. She said that when he quoted a price of $1.8 million, she started looking elsewhere. Nearby, she found Linda Oldfield, who not only was willing to sell her 126-year-old weekly, The Adrian Journal, but also the paper’s building in Adrian, on East Main Street, along with its sister paper, The Drexel Star, as part of the deal.
Price? “You can say less than $250,000,” said Lee Anna Schowengerdt, who put up the money with her business partner and life partner, Tabitha Leister, 32.
The rest of the staff — Andrea Jackson, reporter and photographer; Susan Johnston, business manager; and Annette Forester, accounting manager — joined the exodus. Paula Schowengerdt was named editor. Linda Oldfield also joined the team.
The first edition of The Messenger was mailed to subscribers on Feb. 13, even as a satellite office in Butler near the Xpress is being constructed.
Notably, the first paper included a front-page letter from the wife of the late C.A. Moore, the beloved reporter who had worked and written for various Bates County newspapers for 70 of his 83 years, practically up to the day he died in November. Moore wrote for the News Xpress from the moment it opened just over 30 years ago. To many Bates County residents, the Xpress and C.A. Moore were one and the same.
In her letter, Anna Moore made it clear that before C.A. passed away he had also intended to be part of The Messenger.
“Congratulations on the new newspaper,” Anna Moore wrote. “What an exciting and busy time at the beginning of a new business. C.A. had looked forward to this time and was so pleased to be included on the staff.…”
The second edition is being mailed Friday with stories on snow and a council meeting leading the news.
Jon Peters, meantime, was reluctant to confirm or spend time talking about the details of his staff’s departure.
“I have a deadline,” he said.
Kansas City Star Press Release Staff exodus Butler
Adrian Journal and Drexel Star Subscribers
The staff of the messenger News Paper would like to reach out to their subscribers who paid for a subscription to the Drexel Star,
now going to print as The Messenger.
The Drexel Star enjoyed a long history, founded in 1892. It was purchased by the Gunn family in 1992 with their daughter and her husband, Steve and Linda Oldfield. The Oldfields took the lead in publishing both the Adrian Journal and the Drexel Start in 1994.
The staff of The Messenger understand the disappointment of losing a newspaper devoted solely to your town. Your news will continue to be covered, as is promised under the banner of The Messenger and will be a continuation of the Drexel Star and The Adrian Journal.
Your subscription to the Drexel Star will continue to receive The Messenger for the full length of the subscription.
If you held a subscription for both the Drexel Star and the Adrian Journal, you will receive the full time, one subscription extended at the end of the first.
The messenger assures all readers that their goal is to produce a quality product.
Adrian Journal and Drexel Star Subscribers
Wintry Mix of Ice and Snow Expected Across Missouri Overnight
JEFFERSON CITY – Another round of winter weather is expected to affect driving conditions in Missouri tonight and through Saturday. The mix of precipitation could include ice and snow for much of the state. Missouri Department of Transportation crews will be out in full force to treat roads during and after the storm. Motorists are advised to check road conditions before they travel and avoid travel if it all possible especially with potential icy conditions.
MoDOT adjusts its practices to deal differently with each storm and tries to return major roads to near-normal driving conditions as soon as possible after a storm’s end. Because MoDOT can’t possibly clear all 34,00 miles of state highways immediately after a snowstorm, the department has set priorities for which roads to clear first.
Roads with the highest traffic volumes are plowed or treated first. These roads include interstates and other heavily traveled state routes, which receive ongoing operations in a storm. Lettered and numbered routes with lower traffic volumes are plowed to allow for two-way traffic, with concentration on hills, curves, and intersections. Traffic on these roads may have more snow on them until the higher-volume roads are mostly clear.
As soon as possible after a storm ends, our goal is to return highest traveled routes to mostly clear conditions and to plow and treat the critical areas of hills, curves and intersections on all other routes.
Motorists who need to travel are advised to bring a cell phone and winter survival supplies. Current road conditions are posted on MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/. The map is also available as an app on your mobile device.
Wintry Mix of Ice and Snow Expected Across Missouri Overnight
Get Your Tickets NOW
BATES COUNTY, Mo – Now is the time to purchase your ticket to the upcoming Luck of the Draw on March 14th. Only 148 advanced tickets will be sold, so get yours now. Your $100 ticket includes dinner for two (all you can eat and drink); beer and wine garden plus a payout of $5,250 in cash prizes.
Saturday, March 14th the doors at the Butler Fairgrounds will open at 6:30pm; dinner will be served promptly at 7pm and a dance with a live DJ will follow dinner until 1:00am.
You must be 21 or older to participate. Your $100 ticket gives you the opportunity to win the following prizes which include 1 – $3,000 winner; 1 – $500 winners; 10-$100 winners and 15 – $50 winners.
For ticket information contact Pam Craft 660-679-7505 or Kenny Gabriel 660-679-0997. The Luck of the Draw is sponsored by the Butler Saddle Club and all the fun takes place at the Butler Fairgrounds.
Get Your Tickets NOW
Change in Butler's Basketball Schedule Friday Night
BUTLER, MO – Because of the weather situation that is forecast for tonight, Butler High School as adjusted their basketball schedule for tonight.
NO JV BOYS GAME WILL BE PLAYED TONIGHT
5:00 – Varsity Girls vs. S C A
6:30 – Parents night ceremony
6:45 – Varsity Boys vs S C A
8:00 – Queen Coronation
8:30 – Dance (weather permitting)
Change in Butler's Basketball Schedule Friday Night
Butler Lions Club Radio Auction
The Butler Lions Club Radio Auction Will Hit The Air Waves March 30th Through April 2nd
The Money You Spent Last Year During The Live Radio Auction
Was/ Will Be Used For
Cystic Fibrosis Donations, Christmas Gifts For Families In Need,
The Loud Speakers For The New Butler Athletic Field, The Annual Easter Egg Hunt And The
Butler Lions Club Chamber Of Commerce Membership, And Other Needs In The Community
Join Us March 30th At 5 Pm For The Annual Butler Lions Club Radio Auction
Butler Lions Club Radio Auction
Auction Cancelled
BATES COUNTY, Mo – The land auction for Eleanor Crawford scheduled for February 21st has been cancelled until further notice.
Auction Cancelled
World’s Biggest Tea Party
BUTLER, MO – The “world’s biggest” tea party will be held on Thursday, February 26th from 6 – 7pm in the Multipurpose room at the Butler Elementary School.
This event is hosted by teachers and Title 1 preschool and everyone is invited to join them for a book reading and activities.
You have the opportunity to learn how to take any book and turn it into a fun activity with your child.
The tea party is open to the public.
World’s Biggest Tea Party
Wanted: Part Time Cook at Bates County Sheriff's Office
BATES COUNTY, Mo – ABL Management is currently taking applications for a part time cook to work at the Bates County Sheriff’s Office. You must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
You will be required to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen. ABL will train the right person.
You can pick up an application at the Bates County Sheriff’s Office. Please put ATTN: ABL on your application. You can also email your resume to 699@ablmanagement.com.
Wanted: Part Time Cook at Bates County Sheriff's Office
Lottery Offers Self-Checks to Help Players Avoid Scams
In recognition of national Scams Month this February, the Missouri Lottery wants to remind players that now, more than ever, they have the resources to self-verify if their ticket has won a Lottery prize.
“We have developed a number of prize verification services for player convenience and safety,” began May Scheve Reardon, executive director of the Missouri Lottery.
Additionally, Reardon added that all new Scratchers games have specialized FailSafe® barcodes on the ticket’s play area beneath the scratch-off coating. Scratchers tickets with the FailSafe barcode can also be scanned on the CAT machine to verify the ticket’s prize. To combat these types of scams, the Lottery has developed a variety of verification services to make it as easy as possible for players to identify if they have won a Lottery prize.
In addition to the Check-A-Ticket Machines, other self-verification services include:
· Player-requested prize receipts from retail clerks;
· Checking winning Draw Game numbers and remaining Scratchers prize amounts at MOLottery.com;
· Signing up to receive winning Draw Game numbers via email or text message through a My Lottery Players Club account; and
· Calling a regional winning numbers hotline:
Mid-Missouri: (573) 751-1111
Kansas City: (8116) 795-0203
Springfield: (417) 888-4271
St. Louis: (314) 340-5805
Additionally, after purchasing any Lottery ticket, players should sign the back, keep the ticket in a safe place and promptly check to see if they have won a prize.
When in doubt, players should contact the Missouri Lottery at 1-866-MOLOTTERY
(1-866-665-6883) to report suspicious activity.
Unfair or deceptive business practices can also be reported by calling the Missouri Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Hotline at 1-800-392-8222.
To learn more, visit http://www.molottery.com/scams/scams.shtm.
Lottery Offers Self-Checks to Help Players Avoid Scams
Jacob Shipley Update - State Wrestling Competition
BUTLER, Mo – Butler Freshman Jacob Shipley wrestled on Thursday at the University of Missouri in Columbia in the State Wresting Competition at 107 pounds. Jacob had two matches yesterday, one he one and one he lost. Jacob will be back on Friday to wrestle again, fm92 will keep you informed.
Jacob is the first Butler High School athlete to compete at the state level this year.
Jacob Shipley Update - State Wrestling Competition
Another One Added to the Fold
CASS COUNTY, Mo – As of Thursday, February 19th, the papers have been signed and the ink is dry. G.R. Milner Ford Dealership of Harrisonville is now owned and operated by Max Motors of Butler.
With the addition of the Harrisonville dealership, Max Motors now offer full service departments in Bates, Vernon and Cass County. Stop by the Harrisonville dealership and introduce yourself to Jason Caley, one of the best fixed operations directors in this area.
With the addition of the 60 – 70 employees in Harrisonville, Max Motors now provides employment opportunities to approximately 200 employees.
Contact Max Motors in Harrisonville at 816-380-3251 or stop by and see them at 2502 Cantrell Road.
Quoting Mark Muller, “We cannot be perfect, but if we strive for perfection, we can achieve excellence.” He further emphasizes, “Even if you don’t buy a vehicle from Max Motors at least buy American.”
Another One Added to the Fold
Winter Weather Advisory- Freezing Rain is in our Forecast
BATES CO SHERIFF: Freezing drizzle with the potential for freezing rain is expected to develop this afternoon and early evening for our area.
Freezing rain will gradually transition to all snow by Saturday morning. With most locations receiving an inch or two of accumulation.
For more information visit the Bates County Sheriff Nixile Page or NOAA.gov
Winter Weather Advisory- Freezing Rain is in our Forecast
Winter Weather Advisory- Freezing Rain is in our Forecast
BATES CO SHERIFF: Freezing drizzle with the potential for freezing rain is expected to develop this afternoon and early evening for our area.
Freezing rain will gradually transition to all snow by Saturday morning. With most locations receiving an inch or two of accumulation.
For more information visit the Bates County Sheriff Nixile Page or NOAA.gov
Winter Weather Advisory- Freezing Rain is in our Forecast
National FFA Week: February 21-28, 2015
Each year, FFA chapters around the country celebrate National FFA Week. The week-long tradition began in 1947 when the National FFA Board of Directors designated the week of George Washington’s birthday as National FFA Week in recognition of his legacy as an agriculturist and farmer. The first National FFA Week was held in 1948. Today, FFA Week always runs Saturday to Saturday and encompasses Feb. 22, Washington’s birthday.
National FFA Week did not start out as a week-long event. At first it was National FFA Day. The 1933 National FFA Convention Proceedings records the beginning of FFA Day in this way: “Stewart of Montana requested the floor at this time to present a matter of general interest. He suggested the idea of having a special Future Farmer Day some time during 1934, preferably on one of the regular national FFA broadcasting days. It was pointed out that the various state associations could perhaps plan special state broadcasts also on that day and that chapters might plan their father and son banquets on the date specified. The idea seemed to meet with general delegate approval and after some discussion it was moved by Stewart that the Board of Trustees arrange for such a day; motion passed.”
National FFA Week is an opportunity for FFA members, alumni and sponsors to advocate for agricultural education and FFA. It’s a time to share with local, state and national audiences what FFA is and the impact it has on members every day.
National FFA Week: February 21-28, 2015
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Deadline Quickly Approaching
BATES COUNTY, Mo – The deadline of February 28th is quickly approaching and if you haven’t purchased your raffle ticket to win a set of Firestone Tires, now is the time.
The Rich Hill Boys Youth Development Center still have approximately 25 tickets that need to be sold before Saturday, February 28th. With this $5 ticket you have a twofold opportunity, one to help the Boys Youth Development Center and the other to win a set of four (4) Firestone tires.
The winning ticket may be redeemed for either tires or service at any Firestone dealer. Tickets may be purchased from Doug McCrorey at 417-283-1500.
The Rich Hill Boys Youth Development Center is a home for troubled teens, 11 – 17 from all over Southern Missouri for a period of 6 – 8 months.
Don’t hesitate, get your ticket now.
Deadline Quickly Approaching
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