Thursday, July 9, 2026

Bates County Fair swine show results



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A glance at exhibits at the Bates County Fair





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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Grand Opening this weekend for Adrian driving range


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It's all good: Clarifications made regarding Rich Hill records broken

I stand CORRECTED in my post declaring “new records” for the annual “Famous for the 4th” pie auction. Apparently my memory is falling apart, along with my body, after 30 annual pie auctions!
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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Rich hill to get new utility billing software, brief interruption expected


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Nevada police arrest suspect following meth delivery


On July 8, Nevada Police were dispatched to a local facility after staff reported that a visitor had dropped suspected illegal narcotics inside the building. Officers responded to the scene, secured the item, and determined it was believed to be methamphetamine.
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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