Use caution if in the area and be on the lookout for emergency vehicles.
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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Breaking: Car vs train accident near Amoret
Tuesday volleyball scores
Sherwood 0
Archie 3
Holden 0
Cole Camp 3
Hume 0
Drexel 3
Jasper 3
Golden City 0
Butler 3
Harrisonville 2
Drexel 3
Hume 0
Crest Ridge n/a
Appleton City w/Montrose n/a
Rich Hill n/a
Miami n/a
Adrian n/a
Stover n/a
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Obituary - Paul (Big Paul) Moeller
Paul (Big Paul) Moeller was born August 10, 1966 to Paul Eskew and Della Manning in Contra Costa county California. He lived in Leavenworth Kansas until the family moved to Blue Mound in June of 1990. Paul quickly established himself in the community, and held various titles as a council member for the city of Blue Mound.
Paul worked as a cook and bartender at various restaurants in the area and developed a renowned reputation for his cooking.
He always wore a smile and had a joke ready for anyone he met. Willing to help anyone that was in need, Paul would go above and beyond. Whether he was delivering meals, visiting people, helping with fund raisers or events that the city had, Paul always seemed to make the time for it.
Paul was an avid numismatist from a young age and over the years has helped establish local clubs for the youths in the area. He was quick to tell you "there are no pennies, only cents."
A strong believer in family ties, Paul was a beloved son, brother, uncle and great uncle. Titles that he cherished deeply and shared not only with his immediate family but with anyone close to him.
Paul sadly lost his battle to cancer on August 28, 2026. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, sister, stepfather and other loved ones. He is survived by his siblings, nephews, nieces, great nieces and great nephews.
A celebration memorial will be announced at a later date to honor him. Paul humbly requested that contributions to honor his life be made to American Diabetes Foundation, c/o Schneider Funeral Home, PO Box J, Mound City, KS 66056.
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Obituary - Mary Lee Oates
Funeral services for Mary Lee Oates of Adrian, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Thursday, September 3, 2026 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services 1 - 2 p.m. Thursday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Contributions to Western Missouri Antique Tractor Association. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.
Mary Lee Stark Oates was born January 2, 1932 to Willie Stark and Beulah Mae Boyd Stark in rural Adrian, MO. She was united in marriage to Patrick Lloyd Oates on December 3, 1949 in Independence, MO. From this union, 4 children were born–Patricia, Scott, Jerry, and Phillip.
Mary graduated from Adrian R-III High School, and was a proud member of the class of 1949. She attended Kansas City Business College, and worked for GMAC and Western Auto. When Pat was drafted and stationed in Anchorage, Alaska, she drove a 1952 Plymouth on the Alaska Highway to be with him.
She and Pat returned to the area after his tour ended and they settled in Kansas City before they moved home to rural Adrian. She milked cows by hand, drove tractors, and raised and butchered chickens with her extended family. In 1967, she and Pat became the owners of Adrian Meats, which they ran until the summer of 2000. Her name was on her own brand of sausage and cured meat products. Through the years, countless families came to Mary Lee in times of need and were never turned away hungry.
Mary was baptized at the Adrian Methodist Church on March 22, 1964, and has remained a member of that congregation. In her life, Mary was devoted to her family and the larger community. She was a volunteer on the local ambulance crew and taught CPR and Advanced First Aid in the 1970s and 80s. She served as a 4-H leader, a TOPS member, and she received an honorary degree from the Adrian FFA. Mary was a member of the Western MO Antique Tractor Association Ladies Auxiliary. She spent years volunteering as a Sunday School teacher and leader at the Adrian Methodist Church. One of her special joys in life was driving a school bus for the Adrian School District, and showing kindness and joy to a generation of kids.
Mary was witty and fun and quick with a joke, mostly inappropriate. Her smile and welcoming presence made everyone feel special and loved and accepted. She kept candy at the locker so kids on that side of town would come see her. She loved to play cards and would try to win by any means possible. She was a guiding light to so many of her immediate family, extended family, and friends and neighbors.
She is survived by her sons, William Scott Oates and wife Janet Oates; Jerry Dean Oates, and Phillip Wayne Oates and wife Sherri Oates, all of Adrian; and son-in-law Joe Boyles, of Rich Hill, 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Pat, her daughter, Patricia Ann Boyles, her daughter in law Cindi Oates, her siblings Denver Stark, Erma Jean Atkinson, and Hank Stark, and most recently her grandson Bryce Oates.
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Mary Lee Stark Oates was born January 2, 1932 to Willie Stark and Beulah Mae Boyd Stark in rural Adrian, MO. She was united in marriage to Patrick Lloyd Oates on December 3, 1949 in Independence, MO. From this union, 4 children were born–Patricia, Scott, Jerry, and Phillip.
Mary graduated from Adrian R-III High School, and was a proud member of the class of 1949. She attended Kansas City Business College, and worked for GMAC and Western Auto. When Pat was drafted and stationed in Anchorage, Alaska, she drove a 1952 Plymouth on the Alaska Highway to be with him.
She and Pat returned to the area after his tour ended and they settled in Kansas City before they moved home to rural Adrian. She milked cows by hand, drove tractors, and raised and butchered chickens with her extended family. In 1967, she and Pat became the owners of Adrian Meats, which they ran until the summer of 2000. Her name was on her own brand of sausage and cured meat products. Through the years, countless families came to Mary Lee in times of need and were never turned away hungry.
Mary was baptized at the Adrian Methodist Church on March 22, 1964, and has remained a member of that congregation. In her life, Mary was devoted to her family and the larger community. She was a volunteer on the local ambulance crew and taught CPR and Advanced First Aid in the 1970s and 80s. She served as a 4-H leader, a TOPS member, and she received an honorary degree from the Adrian FFA. Mary was a member of the Western MO Antique Tractor Association Ladies Auxiliary. She spent years volunteering as a Sunday School teacher and leader at the Adrian Methodist Church. One of her special joys in life was driving a school bus for the Adrian School District, and showing kindness and joy to a generation of kids.
Mary was witty and fun and quick with a joke, mostly inappropriate. Her smile and welcoming presence made everyone feel special and loved and accepted. She kept candy at the locker so kids on that side of town would come see her. She loved to play cards and would try to win by any means possible. She was a guiding light to so many of her immediate family, extended family, and friends and neighbors.
She is survived by her sons, William Scott Oates and wife Janet Oates; Jerry Dean Oates, and Phillip Wayne Oates and wife Sherri Oates, all of Adrian; and son-in-law Joe Boyles, of Rich Hill, 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Pat, her daughter, Patricia Ann Boyles, her daughter in law Cindi Oates, her siblings Denver Stark, Erma Jean Atkinson, and Hank Stark, and most recently her grandson Bryce Oates.
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Obituary - James "Jim" Walter Yoss
James "Jim" Walter Yoss, 90, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at Bates County Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 10:00-11:00 AM at the Adrian United Methodist Church in Adrian, MO, followed by the service at 11:00 AM at the church. Interment will follow at Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Prairie City, MO. A full obituary will be posted when it becomes available.
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Dove season open now in Missouri
Dove season opened yesterday, so now's the time to brush up on regulations before you hit the field.
Find the 2026-2027 Migratory Bird and Waterfowl Hunting Digest on our website or grab a physical copy at your local nature center or wherever you buy permits.
And don't skip the fine print! Regulations can vary by conservation area. Some areas, for example, require non-toxic shot. Check page 38 for the list of areas with this requirement.
Be safe and good luck this season!
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Free classes available to enhance overall health
Stronger connections = healthier communities.
Through the ShowMe Connection project, eligible participants can take free MU Extension classes focused on:
• Healthy relationships
• Physical activity
• Mental health awareness
If you live in a rural area, are 18+ and can complete a short training, you may qualify! Eligibility required. Spots are limited.
Contact Candace Rodman to express interest and learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x5m8i
This work is supported by ShowMe Connection, project award no. 2025-46100-45377 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture
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Monthly news from the Butler Area Chamber of Commerce
Whether you are looking to network with fellow local business owners, participate in upcoming town-wide events, or take advantage of new business resources, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved this season.
Take a look through this edition of our newsletter for key updates, upcoming event schedules, and highlights from around the Historic Butler Square. Thank you for your continued support in making Butler a fantastic place to live, work, and do business!
Quick Reminders for this Month:
- Fall City Wide Garage Sale: Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 5th!
- Coffee & Commerce: Join us Friday, September 11th at 7:30am for our monthly networking event hosted by the Tavern Hall.
- Quarterly Luncheon: Join us Tuesday, September 15th for our upcoming networking lunch hosted by Bates Social Event Space.
Let’s make it a great month!
Read more here https://myemail.constantcontact.com/News-from-the-Butler-Chamber.html
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