Archie Students of the Month

Congratulations to our October Students of the Month

This month, our school community focused on the character trait of Honesty. We are incredibly proud to recognize our middle school student of the month, Bryson Massa and our high school student of the month Baylor Duckworth who both stood out for their integrity, truthfulness, and honesty. These individuals lead by example, doing the right thing even when no one is looking.

Thank you to our wonderful students for making our school a more trustworthy and supportive place. Keep up the good work!

Courtesy Archie Schools

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BCSO completes very important training class

A big milestone for Bates County

The Bates County CIT Council was proud to host its very first Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training class!

This is an exciting step forward in strengthening our community and building partnerships between law enforcement, mental health professionals, and other community organizations. CIT training equips participants with valuable knowledge, tools, and resources to better respond to individuals experiencing a crisis.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make this first class possible, as well as those who took the time to participate and invest in making a difference in our community.

We look forward to continuing to build awareness and strengthen connections in Bates County.

Courtesy Bates County Sheriff's Office

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Updated Ag Planning Budgets Are Now Available

Making decisions for the year ahead starts with having reliable numbers. The updated agricultural planning budgets provide estimated costs and returns to help producers evaluate production practices, compare enterprise options and develop sound financial plans.

These budgets help livestock and crop producers:

• Estimate production costs and expected returns

• Compare management and enterprise alternatives

• Support financing and lending discussions

• Evaluate expansion opportunities and input decisions

• Build more informed plans for the upcoming production season

A wide range of budgets are available covering grain crops, forage systems, beef cattle, dairy, sheep and more!

Find the resources that fit your operation:

https://brnw.ch/21x6MGK

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Week 10 football scores

Drexel 14

Rich Hill 34

Osceola 14

Archie 54

El Dorado Springs 15

Clever 49

South Calloway 50

Cole Camp 8

Holden 20

Lafayette County 30

Lexington 18

Butler 68

Aurora n/a

Nevada n/a

Clinton n/a
Summit Christian n/a

Knob Noster 6

Warrensburg 54

Harrisonville n/a 

Pleasant Hill n/a

Webb City 7

Carthage 10

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7 Tigers named to All-Conference teams

Congratulations to the Rich Hill Tigers who earned All-Conference honors this football season

-- OFFENSE TEAM

Will Klinksick – 2nd Team All-Purpose

Gavyn DeTienne – 2nd Team Wideout

Kaiden Fry – Honorable Mention All-Purpose

-- DEFENSE TEAM

Will Klinksick – 2nd Team Linebacker

Asa Cowin – 2nd Team D-Line

Jaritt Fry – 2nd Team LB/D-Line

Gavyn DeTienne – Honorable Mention D-Back

IT'S DISTRICT GAME DAY!

Come out and support your Tigers TONIGHT as they take on the Drexel Bobcats in the FIRST ROUND OF DISTRICTS right here at home!

Rich Hill

Kickoff: 7:00 PM

Gate Admission: $5 for everyone 6 years old and up.

Courtesy Rich Hill Schools

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Some pre-Halloween fun on the Butler square

The Baby Bear Daycare team paid a visit to the Butler square for some early trick or treating on Friday afternoon. The group is well known around the area as they try not to miss a parade or special occasion, bringing enthusiasm as unusual to a waiting crowd.

Owner Kelly Shipley, in bright orange, wishes everyone a safe and happy Halloween and many thanks for your support.


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Big night ahead for Jr. High Eagles

Both Miami R-1 Junior High boys and girls will play for 1st place tonight in the Hume tournament; scores and details to be posted as they become available.


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Busy night for Butler city council

City Administrator Mark Mathies recommended the consolidation of the Street Department, the Water Distribution/Sewer Collection Department, and the Stormwater Maintenance Department into the Public Works Field Operations Department, managed by the Field Operations Supervisor. This should improve efficiency, streamline management, and enhance deployment of resources. The Operations Committee previously met and approved the change; the measure then passed the council unanimously.

An application was received from S & T Royal Properties for 622 West Pine requesting a change in the zoning classification from C-2 to R-3. The Planning Commission had previously approved with no restrictions. The council followed suite with approval as well. As well, approval was given for operation a Bed & Breakfast and Short-Term Rental at 301 North Main.

A representative from Gilmore and Bell Attorneys gave a presentation outlining the final documents and legal steps required to complete the economic development incentives for the Hertzog Meat Company Project which authorizes the City of Butler to issue Taxable Industrial Development Revenue Bonds in an amount up to $9,075,000.00 and approves the associated transaction contracts, which got a thumbs up from the council.

A conditional use permit was requested for property just east of 101 S. Broadway to establish utility service on that vacant lot. Administrator Mathies explained that electricity cannot be provided without an address and all conditions have been met. The council approved the conditional use permit unanimously.

There was an application for a Home Occupation Variance to operate a heavy equipment rental company at 207 East Oak. It was duly noted that all commercial equipment must be completely enclosed inside a building or hidden behind a privacy fence. The application was approved with one nay vote.

A DNR requirement necessitates the purchase of monitoring equipment for the Butler water plant to the tune of $37,179.00. While this infrastructure upgrade is a budgeted item for the current fiscal year, the final quote exceeded the original allocation of $35,000.00. Administrator Mathies recommended City Council authorize the purchase and approve the $2,179.00 budget variance, which was approved.

An update from the Airport Commission meeting was given, it was announced that the new manager, Jay McClintock, is working toward filling the empty hangars. Also discussed how to handle adverse conditions, extending the runway, improving the hangar roofing, and getting bids to replace the flooring in the trailer house. The Parks Department has a tractor that the Airport can use as needed and a pavement inspection is coming soon as well.

Remember, the Butler city council meets on the first and third Tuesdays, 7 pm, at city hall. The public is highly encouraged to attend.

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