Harrisonville schools welcomes Tara Drabant as new assistant principal

Harrisonville Schools has named Tara Drabant as the new assistant principal at McEowen Elementary Wildcats for the 2026-27 school year.

Drabant's appointment follows the selection of Dr. Jason Farnsworth as principal of McEowen. Drabant currently serves as an instructional coach at McEowen, a position she has held for the past two years. Prior to this, she spent six years at Harrisonville Elementary School, including three years as a third-grade teacher and three years as a Title reading teacher. She began her career as a classroom teacher in El Dorado Springs, where she taught for five years.

Drabant earned a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Missouri State University and a master's degree in educational leadership from Western Governors University.

Drabant has been married to her husband, William, for 10 years. They have two daughters, Mary, who will be a junior at Harrisonville High School, and Jordyn, who graduated in 2024.

Drabant will begin her new role at the start of the 2026-27 school year. Congrats Tara!

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Annual Fishing Derby This Sunday, June 7th

A fishing derby, co-sponsored by the Fourth of July Committee and McGennis Youth Center, is set for Sunday, June 7th at the Center. Registration will begin at 5:15 p.m. at the east shelter house near the tennis courts. The derby will run from 6 to 7.

A parent or guardian must accompany each child. The event is open to children ages 3 through 15. The fishing contest will be held in four age groups and prizes will be awarded in each age category. A hot dog roast will follow. The hot dogs are donated by the Rich Hill Café.

McGennis Youth Center is located five miles west of Rich Hill on A Highway then four miles south on Route WW. Watch for signs.

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5K Freedom Mud Run coming June 27th

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Bates County Posse Rodeo Fun Show schedule

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Appleton City Fair schedule

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Reminder from the Butler Community Food Pantry

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Harrisonville police seek help regarding hit and run

Officers were notified that one of our patrol vehicles was struck while parked at The Garage.

An investigation determined that a white GMC pickup truck backed into the patrol vehicle and then left the scene. Officers were able to obtain photographs of the suspect vehicle, which are shown below.

If you recognize this vehicle or are the owner, please contact the Harrisonville Police Department and ask to speak with Sergeant Bell.

Any information that may assist in this investigation is appreciated.

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Butler Chamber quarterly luncheon set for June 16th

Don't Miss Out: Connect, Network, and Discover at Our Q2 Luncheon!

The Butler Area Chamber of Commerce cordially invites all local business owners, entrepreneurs, and community organizations to our upcoming Quarterly Luncheon on Tuesday, June 16th, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Hosted at the beautiful Bates Social Event Space (18 N Delaware St.), this event is your premier opportunity this season to build powerful local connections, share ideas, and network with the driving forces behind our regional economy.

We are thrilled to announce our keynote speaker for the afternoon: Doris Fuller with the Butler Historic Preservation Commission. Doris will take us on a captivating journey through Butler’s rich history, offering unique insights into how our past shapes our present and why local, small businesses remain the absolute lifeblood of our community today.

If you want to stay informed, get inspired, and grow your local network, this is an afternoon you simply cannot afford to miss!

Event at a Glance:

- Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026

- Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

- Location: Bates Social Event Space

- Catering: Deliciously provided by Tavern Hall

- Cost: $15 per person (Due at the door; cash or check only)

How to Secure Your Seat:

To help us provide an accurate headcount for catering, please ensure you reserve your spot by our RSVP deadline on Wednesday, June 10th.

Text or Call: 660-464-1339

Email: butlerchamberofcommerce@gmail.com

We look forward to seeing you there and working together to connect, network, and grow our vibrant business community!

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