Ellett Memorial Employee of the Month, Billie Jean Creasy

Join us in congratulating our November EMH Employee of the Month, Billie Jean Creasy

Billie Jean's nomination write-up shares some of the ways she has shown her HEART and DEDICATION to EMH:

I would like to nominate this individual for EOM as they embody our company’s HEART values through their dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to both our patients and our team. Honesty is reflected in their character every day. They are dependable, trustworthy, and take ownership of their work. When mistakes happen, they don’t make excuses. Instead, they accept feedback gracefully, learn from it, and work to improve. Their integrity and professionalism set a positive example for those around them. Empathy is one of their greatest strengths. They genuinely care about patients and go above and beyond to ensure their needs are met. Whether it’s taking extra time to listen, helping a patient feel comfortable, or finding solutions to their concerns, they treat every individual with kindness and compassion. Patients can feel that they matter when they are in their care. Accountability is evident in their outstanding work ethic. They are always on time, rarely miss work, and consistently find ways of staying busy throughout the day. They never misuse company time and are constantly looking for ways to be productive and help the department run smoothly. They take instructions well, follow through on responsibilities, and can always be counted on to get the job done. Respect is something they show to everyone they encounter. They treat patients, coworkers, and providers with professionalism, courtesy, and kindness. Their positive attitude creates an environment where people feel valued and appreciated. Teamwork is where they truly shine. They are a provider favorite because they are friendly, supportive, and a pleasure to work with. Their willingness to help wherever they are needed contributes to the success of the entire team. Their upbeat personality can brighten even the busiest and most stressful days. They rarely complain and instead focus on what needs to be done, encouraging those around along the way. Their dedication does not go unnoticed. Every day they demonstrate what it means to go above and beyond in service to our patients and our organization. They are hardworking, compassionate, accountable, and an essential member of our team. Simply put, this individual exemplifies the HEART values in everything they do and is truly deserving of Employee of the Month recognition.

Congratulation Billie Jean! Thank you for all you do!

Courtesy Ellett Memorial Hospital

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In the deer world, it's car season. Be careful!

Drivers are reminded to watch for deer. Last year Missouri had 2,829 traffic crashes where deer-vehicle strikes occurred. In these crashes, six people were killed and 435 injured.


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Is volunteer corn safe to graze?

With early corn harvest and recent moisture, many producers are seeing volunteer corn emerge in harvested fields and wondering whether it can be safely grazed.

Volunteer corn and corn residue can provide an inexpensive source of forage and help stretch hay supplies, but nitrate accumulation may be a concern, especially following drought, excess nitrogen application or cold weather. The safest way to know if forage is safe is to have it tested before grazing.

Learn how nitrates develop and how to collect a sample for testing: https://brnw.ch/21x6Q7U

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Of things to come...

Mid America Live has been in contact with Devyn and the crew at the soon-to-open Bates County Industries thrift store and we can say that you'll love the store layout, the wide selection, very fair pricing and friendly staff!

More details coming soon!

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La Cygne Police Department recipient of KPA grant

The La Cygne Police Department is honored and grateful to have been selected as a recipient of the 2026 Kansas Pipeline Association Grant

On behalf of our department and the La Cygne community, we would like to extend our sincere appreciation to President Justin Clements and the Kansas Pipeline Association for their generosity, support, and continued commitment to public safety.

Grants such as this provide valuable opportunities for smaller departments like ours to improve our resources, strengthen our capabilities, and better serve the communities we are entrusted to protect.

We sincerely appreciate the investment the Kansas Pipeline Association has made in our department and our community. Your support makes a difference, and we are grateful for the partnership!

Thank you for supporting those who serve!

— La Cygne Police Department

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Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training now complete

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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Thunderstorms inbound tonight

The National Weather Service is advising that east central Kansas and west central Missouri can expect thunderstorms to move into the area around 5 pm today and continue through the overnight hours. While the most extreme weather is expected to remain north of Bates county, it is likely we will see moderate to severe thunderstorms during the evening hours.

At this time there are no weather advisories in effect.

Forecast:

This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Near steady temperature in the lower 70s. South winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

Tonight
Showers. Thunderstorms likely, mainly in the evening. Lows around 60. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. Chance of rain near 100 percent.

View live radar here https://www.wunderground.com/wundermap?radar=past&lat=38.113&lon=-94.224&zoom=8  #MidAmericaLive

Obituary - Carolyn Jean Green

Carolyn Jean Green passed away on November 1, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on April 8, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, Carolyn was raised in the Appleton City, Missouri area and attended school in Linden, Missouri.

On August 10, 1957, Carolyn married the love of her life, Carl Green. Together, they built a family and shared a lifetime of memories, raising four sons. In their younger years, Carolyn and Carl enjoyed riding his motorcycle together.

Carolyn was a devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother and great-grandmother. She worked as a CNA at Ellett Memorial Hospital, where she cared for others, while also dedicating herself to being a homemaker and caring for her own family.

Carolyn loved the Lord and treasured her family above all else. She had a special way of making a house feel like home, especially through her cooking and baking. Her fried chicken and homemade cinnamon rolls were family favorites. She loved to dance, sing, laugh, and, most of all, make others laugh. Her sense of humor, warm heart, and joyful spirit made her a blessing to those who knew her.

Some of Carolyn's happiest moments were spent surrounded by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She cherished every opportunity to spend time with them, creating memories that will be treasured for generations. She also held a special bond with her sisters, Brenda and Stella.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carl Green; her sons, Craig and Brent Green; her brothers, Jimmy and Leonard; and her sister, Opal.

She is survived by her sons, Blane Green (Gail) and Curtis Green; her grandchildren, Damon (Katy), Stephanie (Ryan), Jamie, Christopher (Chelsey), and Nicole; and her great-grandchildren, Aiden, Morrisa, Oscar, Sophie, Declan, Jane, Carson, Canaan, Cooper, Juliana, Ja'Mari, Takarra, Gracelynn, and Evelynn. She is also survived by her sisters, Brenda, Stella, and Kellis.

The family suggests any memorial donations be given to the Family Love Fund and may be left at Hill & Son Funeral Home.

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