Ike Skelton portrait to be placed in Armed Forces Committee Room

Ike Skelton was honored today with an official unveiling of his portrait on Capitol Hill, paying homage to his 32 years as a member of the House Armed Services Committee, including 4 years as chairman. The unveiling ceremony was in the Cannon Caucus Room of the Cannon House Office Building, and Skelton’s portrait will later be hung in the Armed Services Committee Room.

The Armed Services Committee is one of the largest and most powerful congressional committees holding jurisdiction over many matters, including U.S. defense policy, research and development of weapons systems, and all the military services The Constitution grants Congress the power to declare war, to raise and support armies and to provide and maintain a Navy, and the Armed Services Committee has the responsibility to oversee those obligations for Congress.

Skelton served the state of Missouri for 34 years as a U.S. Representative from the 4th District, and before that as a State Senator for six years.

NWS issues wind advisory for Tuesday

...STRONG WINDS EXPECTED TUESDAY...

A DEVELOPING LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM TO THE WEST WILL CAUSE SOUTH TO SOUTHWEST WINDS TO INCREASE SIGNIFICANTLY ON TUESDAY ACROSS KANSAS AND MISSOURI. SUSTAINED WINDS AROUND 30 MPH WILL BE ACCOMPANIED BY HIGHER GUSTS UP TO 45 MPH FROM LATE MORNING INTO THE AFTERNOON.

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 7 PM CST TUESDAY... A WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 7 PM CST TUESDAY.

* TIMING: WIND SPEEDS WILL INCREASE RAPIDLY TUESDAY MORNING WITH MUCH HIGHER GUSTS FROM LATE MORNING THROUGH THE AFTERNOON.

* WINDS: SUSTAINED WINDS NEAR 30 MPH WILL BE COMMON WITH GUSTS AS HIGH AS 45 MPH.

* IMPACTS: DRIVING HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES...PARTICULARLY ON EAST TO WEST ORIENTED ROADWAYS SUCH AS INTERSTATE 70 OR HIGHWAY 50 WILL BE DIFFICULT. IN ADDITION...THESE STRONG WINDS COULD AID IN THE SPREAD OF ANY WILDFIRES TUESDAY WITH A VERY HIGH FIRE DANGER.


Additional Information
A WIND ADVISORY MEANS THAT WINDS OF AT LEAST 30 MPH ARE EXPECTED WITH GUSTS TO 45 MPH. WINDS THIS STRONG CAN MAKE DRIVING DIFFICULT...ESPECIALLY FOR HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES. ALSO...TAKE ACTION TO SECURE TRASH CANS...LAWN FURNITURE...AND OTHER LOOSE OUTDOOR OBJECTS.

R-V yearbooks must be ordered by March 28th

Butler Students & Parents:
The last day to order yearbooks in March 28. The current price of the yearbook is $60. They can be ordered by credit card by going to Butler Schools' Home page www.butlerr5.org.

Butler Senior Parents:
The last day to order a senior ad is March 23. If you need the information, please email to carmen.behringer@butler.k12.mo.us. 

-our thanks to Carmen Behringer

Archie Youth Football seeks donations...

Archie Youth Football is a tax exempt organization that helps teach the fundamentals of playing football to school age children. Consequently, the annual Archie Truck and Tractor Pull held each September assists in raising funds to promote the Archie Youth Football program.

The organization is currently collecting donations to host the pull and are asking for any donations the public would like to contribute. Last year’s donations provided new helmets for all the players, new pants and jerseys. More information may be found on the web at www.archieyouthfootball.com. 

Donations may be sent to:
Archie Youth Football
P.O. box 183
Archie Missouri 64725

Your support is greatly appreciated! The 23rd Annual Truck and Tractor Pull has been set for September 22nd.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

Abby McGrew wins Optimist essay contest

Abby McGrew

Abby McGrew, a junior at Butler High School, recently won the Optimist Club of Butler’s essay contest based on a theme of “How my Positive Outlook Benefits my Community.”

McGrew was awarded a certificate and a cash prize for the honor. In addition, the essay will be sent to the district level to be judged along with winners from other Optimist Clubs in the district. College scholarships are available for top winners at the district level. The winner of the district competition will be sent to the international-level contest. One international winner will be chosen and will receive an engraved plaque and recognition in The Optimist magazine.

“Abby did a wonderful job of articulating this year’s theme. She expressed herself well through the essay and deserved the honor of first place,” Club President Marcia Rader said.

Optimist International is one of the world’s largest service club organizations with 100,000 adult and youth members in 3,400 clubs in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico and throughout the world. Carrying the motto “Bringing Out the Best in Kids,” Optimists conduct positive service projects that reach more than six million young people each year. To learn more about Optimist International, please call (314) 371-6000 or visit the organization’s website at www.optimist.org.

-submitted with our thanks to Heath Oates

Adrian student earns title of Missouri AAU State Wrestling Champ

Caleb Shanks (center) of Adrian earned the title 
of State Champion in his division the weekend of 
Feb. 25th-26th in St. Louis

Caleb Shanks pictured at center, participated in the AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) Missouri State Wrestling Tournament the weekend of Feb. 25th and 26th at the University of St. Louis in Chaifetz Arena.  Caleb finished first and is the Schoolboy 105lbs. Missouri AAU State Champion. 

Caleb is also wrestling on a Team Missouri dual team that will compete at the AAU Middle School National Duals in Indianola, IA on April 14th and 15th. 

Caleb is the son of Chris and Rebecca Shanks of Adrian.

-submitted with our thanks

Butler Area Chamber of Commerce New Board Members Announced

Familiar faces are proud to serve on Board of Directors for two year term

The Butler Area Chamber of Commerce announces the new 2012-2013 Board of Directors. The new members to serve on the Butler Area Chamber Board are Peggy Buhr representing the Bates County Museum, Brian Harris Manager of the Butler Super Center and Greg Mullinax of Mulliax Funeral Home. 

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

Butler Lions Club Easter Egg hunt scheduled for April 8th

The annual Butler Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt is on the calendar for April 8th at 1 p.m. Open to children ages preschool through 4th grade and will be held rain or shine, bring your own basket!

The hunt will be held at the Bates County Fairgrounds baseball field near the west entrance to the fairgrounds.

Blood drive tomorrow in Adrian

Give the Gift of Life...

There will be a blood drive at the Adrian Optimist building from 1 pm to 6 pm tomorrow (Tuesday March 6th). 

If you have never given blood before, there are a few guidelines set forth by the American Red Cross:

Be healthy*

Be at least 17 years old in most states, or 16 years old with parental consent if allowed by state law – see more information for 16-year old donors

Weigh at least 110 lbs.

Additional weight requirements apply for donors 18 years old and younger and all high school donors.

* Note: Healthy means that you feel well and can perform normal activities. If you have a chronic condition such as diabetes, healthy also means that you are being treated and the condition is under control.

For more information, visit the American Red Cross web site here http://www.redcrossblood.org/donating-blood/eligibility-requirements

Power to be off in Northeast Butler today...

The City of Butler would like to notify those who live in the Northeast section of town that electricity will be off for an undetermined amount of time today as repairs are made.

Every attempt will be made to restore power as soon as possible.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

Circuit Court news Feb. 27th - Mar 2, 2012

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS 

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE 

Diana L Rich, Clerk 

Feb 27- Mar 2, 2012

Kristal Lynn Carpenter v. Robert Lee Inman, Jr., Motion for Family Access filed. 

St v. Patrisha A Selby, Felony passing bad checks, guilty plea, given SIS, placed on 5 years probation, to pay restitution of $2,514.25, pay court costs, Defe. To attend and successfully complete any treatment/counseling as directed, to be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, to perform 100 hours of community service, Defe. shall write no check or maintain any checking account.

St v. Johnny D Dickinson, probation revoked, previous sentence of 4 years in MDOC invoked, SES, placed on probation for 3 years, pay court costs, Defe. Shall attend and successfully complete any treatment/counseling as directed, Defe. To get substance abuse treatment and aftercare, to attend AA/NA, Defe. Shall be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall not possess or consume any alcoholic beverages or be upon premises where sold/served.

St v. Jared E Webb, probation revoked, previous sentence of 7 years in MDOC invoked, sentence to run concurrently with other case, sentence stayed till 3-19-12 when Defe. To turn self in at Bates Co Sheriff’s Department.

St v. Jared E Webb, probation revoked, previous sentence of 7 years in MDOC invoked, sentence to run concurrently with above case, sentence stayed till 3-19-12 when Defe. To turn self in at Bates co. Sheriff’s Department.

St v. Jeffrey C Boatman, I: Felony burglary, II: Felony stealing, found guilty on both, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC on each count, sentence to run concurrently with other case.

St v. Jeffrey C Boatman, I:Felony burglary, II: Felony stealing—dismssed, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, sentence to run concurrently with other case.

St v. Joseph A Perez, Felony possession of controlled substance, Defe. Waives jury trial, evidence presented, Court finds Defe. Not guilty and releases Defendant and his bond.

Anthony J Adams v Dennis L Hurt, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed.

Pamela S Turner v Erin T Ralston, Consent Full Order of Protection is entered.

Jenny E Welcher v Jeremy W Welcher, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Rich Hill Police Department weekly report

Rich Hill Police Department Activity Report

February 27 2012 to March 04, 2012

02-27-2012

AMBULANCE REQUEST

 

02-28-2012

SPEAK TO OFFICER

SPEAK TO OFFICER

 

02-29-2012

 

03-01-2012

ANIMAL AT LARGE

PROWLER

DOMESTIC

 

03-02-2012

SPEAK TO OFFICER

CARELESS & IMPRUDENT DRIVING

STRANDED MOTORIST

 

03-03-2012

DISTURBANCE

CHECK WELL BEING

MISSING PERSON

 

03-04-2012

Bates County Sheriff's Department activity report

  Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report

February 27 2012 to March 04, 2012

02-27-2012

ODOR INVESTIGATION-Rich Hill

ALARM-Rich Hill

AMBULANCE REQUEST-Butler

THEFT-Rich HILL

THEFT-Adrian Deputies took a report of stolen vehicle tags in rural Adrian.

SPEAK TO OFFICER-Rich Hill Bates County Deputies took a walk in report in reference to a felon in possession of a firearm.

HARASSMENT-Adrian

CIVIL STANDBY-Amoret

THEFT-Adrian

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY / VEHICLE / PERSON-Amoret

WARRANT EXECUTION-Adrian at approximately 2038 hours Deputies served an arrest warrant in

Adrian, MO.

 

Scott Largent of Clinton files for Missouri State Senate

Clinton, MO – State Representative Scott Largent, R-Clinton, filed for the 31st Senatorial District on Tuesday in Jefferson City. The newly drawn 31st Senatorial District is comprised of Barton, Bates, Cass, Henry, St. Clair and Vernon counties.

Largent has been a small business owner for nearly a decade and knows what it takes to create jobs in a tough economic climate. Largent has been serving as State Representative for the 120th District since being elected in 2008. He has been appointed the Chairman of the Children and Families Committee and Vice Chairman of the Banking and Financial Institutions Committee. He also serves on the Veterans Committee and is a member of the Missouri Military Preparedness and Enhancement Commission. Largent is also a strong supporter of pro-life, pro-agriculture and pro-2nd Amendment issues.

Largent, a common-sense conservative, has also announced that Gene Molendorp of Cass County will be serving as Campaign Co-Chairman of Largent’s Senate Campaign Committee. “I am overwhelmed by the amount of support I have already received,” Largent said. “With people like Gene Molendorp coming on board we are building a strong team of supporters from the six-county district.”

“Scott Largent is exactly the kind of leader we need fighting for us in the State Senate,” State Representative Chris Molendorp said. “I am proud to support Scott’s candidacy because of his commitment to the commonsense values we share.”

State Senator David Pearce, R-Warrensburg, State Senator Mike Parsons, R-Bolivar, State Representative Chris Molendorp, R-Belton, State Representative Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, State Representative Mike McGhee, R-Odessa, State Representative Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, have all endorsed Scott Largent for State Senate.

“Missouri needs leaders like Scott with real-world business experience to help get our economy back on track and our people back to work,” Senator Mike Parson said.

Largent and his wife Leslie have been married for 19 years and have three children, Jesse, Taylor and Seth. Largent earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration and his Master’s Degree in Public Services Administration from the University of Central Missouri. Largent served as a Police Officer 1991-1999; was elected Henry County Coroner in 2004.