Let's paint the town RED!

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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Hope. Connection. Support.

This Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, #TeamDED stands with Governor Mike Kehoe and our partners at the Missouri Department of Mental Health in raising awareness, reducing stigma, and reminding Missourians that help is always within reach. Looking out for one another can make a difference. A conversation. A check-in. A reminder that no one has to face a difficult moment alone.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health, suicide or substance use crisis, call or text 988 to connect with trained crisis support.

Together, we can help build stronger, healthier communities across Missouri.

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Attention local 4-H'ers

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Nevada PD seeks wanted subject

The Nevada Police Department is actively searching for Dylan Boydston, who has an active felony warrant for his arrest.

Officers are currently searching the wooded area south of Maple Street and west of Jefferson Street.

If you see Boydston, do not approach or attempt to make contact with him. Please contact the Nevada Police Department at 417-448-2710 and provide his location.

Last seen with no shirt and tan shorts.

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BUTLER CHAMBER BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Family Center Farm & Home

When it comes to finding everything you need for your home, farm, yard, and family, look no further than our local Family Center Farm & Home in Butler!

Known as "The Everything Store," Family Center Farm & Home has been family-owned and operated since 1965, delivering high-quality products, competitive prices, and true hometown customer service. Whether you’re working the land, tackling a DIY project, or caring for your livestock and pets, they’ve got you covered!

- What You’ll Find:

- Top Workwear & Apparel: Carhartt, Ariat, Wrangler, & more

- Power Equipment & Outdoor Gear: Stihl, Cub Cadet, & expert lawn solutions

- Farm, Ranch, & Pet Essentials: Purina feeds, Priefert equipment, fencing, and pet care supplies

- Home & Hardware: Everything for maintenance, repair, and seasonal prep

Stop by, grab what you need, and support a local business that continues to support our community!

- Visit Them: 903 W Fort Scott St, Butler, MO 64730

- Phone: (660) 679-3600

- Website: https://fcfarmandhome.com

- Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourButlerFC

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A little more time, please

For some time the clocks on the Bates County Courthouse would make you feel as though you're in a different zone however, steps are being taken to correct the issue. The motor/mechanisms behind the faces need to be replaced but the hands must be removed from the outside before that can happen.

One attempt was made to use the tallest lift available but it fell short by several feet, leaving the only option now to bring in a crane to do the job.

Regardless, county officials are working to remedy the issue as soon as possible.


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Rich Hill announces new billing software is up & running

Thank you for being patient as we converted over to our new billing software. We are still working out a few kinks but it's live.

You can now sign up for your new portal account (everyone will have a new account number).

You will have to create a new account to:

-view your bill,

-setup auto-pay

-enroll in e-billing.

**If you previously setup auto-pay it will still be active but in order for you to view or change anything you will need to setup a new account.

Directions are below and were mailed out with each bill this month.

If you have questions please give us a call.

Courtesy City of Rich Hill

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MSHP Reports Eight Traffic Fatalities Over Labor Counting Period

Colonel Michael A. Turner, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, provides the following preliminary statistics related to the Labor Day holiday:

Eight people died and 82 were injured in 213 traffic crashes during the 2026 Labor Day holiday counting period, which began at 6 p.m. Friday, September 4, 2026, and continued through 11:59 p.m. Monday, September 7, 2026.

2026 Labor Day Holiday Traffic Statistics

Traffic Crashes — 213
Traffic Crash Injuries — 82
Traffic Crash Fatalities — 8
DWI — 123

Boating Statistics

Crashes — 9
Injuries — 1
Fatalities — 0
Drowning — 0
BWI — 5

During the 2025 Labor Day holiday counting period the Patrol investigated 252 traffic crashes involving four fatalities and 123 injuries. Statewide, six people died and 423 were injured in 931 vehicle crashes in 2025. Nine boating crashes were investigated throughout Missouri in 2025.

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