Thursday, July 9, 2026
Bates county collector's and assessor's office to be closed for upgrade
The Bates County Assessor's Office & Collector/Treasurer's Office will be CLOSED July 16-22 for our software conversion. NO business will be able to be conducted during those days at all.
So thankful we are able to upgrade our software so please be patient while we get things switched over
We apologize for any inconvenience.
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It's all good: Clarifications made regarding Rich Hill records broken
First, 55 pies was NOT a record. I have been informed that we once had 60 pies to sell. (It just FELT like a record number after getting through that many!)
And secondly, $5,100 for a pie was NOT a record for a single pie. We had one bring $6,500 previously. (When you have folks that support “a cause” by paying $5,000 or $6,000 for a pie, does it really matter?)
My apologies for my errors.
I will NEVER intentionally misrepresent the facts, but I might get carried away in appreciating all those who make this event as amazing as it is!
Larry Hacker
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Nevada police arrest suspect following meth delivery
During the investigation, officers reviewed surveillance video and were able to identify the individual involved. Officers also discovered the subject had been issued an active felony probation warrant just hours earlier.
Officers continued their investigation and located the subject at a nearby park, where they were taken into custody without incident. During the arrest, officers also located additional drug paraphernalia.
The subject was transported to the Vernon County Jail on the outstanding felony probation warrant. Additional drug-related charges will be submitted to the Vernon County Prosecuting Attorney's Office for review.
Great work by Officer Palmer for conducting the thorough follow-up investigation, identifying the suspect, locating them, and safely taking them into custody. This case is another example of how proactive police work and diligent investigative efforts help remove individuals with outstanding felony warrants from our community while holding those involved in illegal drug activity accountable.
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Obituary - Oletta Mae Ross
Oletta Mae Ross, 87, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Louisburg Healthcare & Rehabilitation.
Visitation will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Dengel & Son Mortuary - Louisburg Chapel, 1 Aquatic Drive, Louisburg, KS 66053. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm. Burial will take place at the Louisburg Cemetery, following the service.
A full obituary will be available shortly.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made payable to the Louisburg Senior Center, 504 S Metcalf Rd, Louisburg, KS 66053.
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