Pipe bomb suspect under arrest

Butler Police arrested Michael Lindsay of Butler following the execution of a search warrant at 501 North Mechanic; items recovered at the residence included a sawed off shotgun and materials for making pipe bombs. Lindsay, 44, was stopped during a routine traffic stop on August 21st when officers found a pipe bomb, which was later detonated by the Kansas City Police Bomb and Arson unit. So far, Lindsay is charged with unlawful possession of an explosive weapon, a Class C Felony.

Toy Show coming to Adrian

Both young and old will want to attend the Collectible Toy Show coming on October 16th and 17th at the Adrian Optimist Building. Vendors will be on hand with all types of toys from very old to the newest collectibles. If you have toys to sell, or know someone who does, booth space is available which includes an 8 foot table and for both days of the show is only $30. For more information, call 816-297-4290 to reserve booth space and verify what type of items can be displayed.

The show will run 9 am to 5 pm on Saturday and 9 am to 3 pm on Sunday.

Court News

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS
JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE
SEPT  6 - 10, 2010

Savanah M Turner v. James A Blake, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Rachel D Peace v. William C Peace, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Court upon no appearance by either party.

Linda D Murphy v Bryan E Murphy, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Court upon no appearance by either party.

Kevin W Wood v. Cassandra L Wood, Petition for Termination of child support filed.

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association v Jeffrey Wisdom aka Jeffrie Wisdom & Tabitha Wisdom & Arthur Wisdom, Petition for Declaratory Judgement filed.

St v. Travis L McDowell, I: Felony burglary, II: Felony theft, due to pending Federal charges no court date.

Bonnie Deckard v Margret (Peggy) Hunsaker, Petition for Order of Protection filed.

Jacklin J Parker Barrett v Margret (Peggy) Hunsaker, Petition for Order of Protection filed.

Rebecca L Eidson v. Ronald E Eidson, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Miranda Chandler, Petitioner and in behalf of Wyatt James Silver, minor child, Petition for Name Change filed.

Thomas Scott Harris v Melissa Marie Harris, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

St v. Jessie L Herring, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana, set for 9-20-10.

St v. Jessie L. Herring, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana, set for 9-20-10.

St v. Rosalia M Amos, Felony theft/stealing, set for 10-18-10.

St v. Patricia A. LaFollette, I: Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana, II: Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana; III: Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana, set for 10-18-10.

St v. Carlton Allen Cummins, Felony sale/possession of equipment or parts w/altered ID numbers or parts with missing/falsified ID, set for 10-18-10.

St v. Janice Lucille Nieder, Felony statutory rape, set for 9-20-10.

St v. Michael Dean Kohler, Felony forcible rape, set for 9-20-10.

St v. Loraine L Stanley, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana, set for 9-20-10.

St v Jesse R.L. DeTienne, Felony distribution of controlled substances near schools, set for 9-20-10.

Sharon Lawrence v. Roger Daryl Lawrence, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Cindy G Lawrence v Roger Daryl Lawrence, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Gina M Strathmann v Michael A Strathmann, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Samantha J Miller v. Kevic L Miller, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Jessica Jackson v Jon M Jackson, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

St v. Darin E Lumley, 4 counts passing Felony bad checks, found guilty,  sentenced to 5 years on each count to run concurrently,  placed on probation for 5 years: to pay court costs, pay restitution of $13,920., Defe. To successfully complete any counseling/treatment as directed, to get substance abuse treatment and aftercare, attend AA/NA as directed, to successfully complete Cedar Co Adult Recovery Court, Defe. Shall be subject to random drug tests, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall not possess  or consume alcoholic beverages or be upon premises where sold/served.

Tornado watch for Bates County until 1 am

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Bates County and surrounding areas effective until 1 am tomorrow morning. A watch means that conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop; a warning is only issued if an actual tornado has been spotted or if certain types of cloud formations are present.

View current radar here

Butler Senior Center breakfast scheduled for September 25th

There's nothing like a good old fashioned home cooked breakfast with scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits & gravy. And you can get just that starting at 7 am on September 25th at the Butler Senior Center located at 611 West  Mill street in Butler. Breakfast will be served until all the food is gone. Proceeds go towards the support of the senior center.

Flash Flood Watch in effect

Flash Flood Watch in effect through Saturday afternoon

Rest of Today

Partly sunny with a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the upper 80s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.

Tonight

Showers...thunderstorms in the evening...then showers and thunderstorms likely after midnight. Locally heavy rainfall possible in the evening. Lows around 70. South winds 5 to 10 mph shifting to the northwest after midnight. Chance of rain 80 percent.

Obituary - Lillian Louise Ryan

Lillian Louise Ryan, 95, of Adrian, MO, died Thursday, September 9, 2010 at Adrian Manor Nursing Home, Adrian. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at the Atkinson Chapel in Adrian with visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Tuesday at the chapel. Burial will be in Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice of Butler, 612 West Fort Scott Street, Butler, MO 64730 or to Adrian Manor Nursing Home, 402 West 1st Street, Adrian, MO 64720.

Nevada postmaster indicted in sex trafficking charges

Nevada, MO Postmaster Dennis Henry has been indicted on sex trafficking charges which include the torture of a young woman. Note, this story is quite disturbing-read more from the Nevada Daily Mail newspaper here.

BCMH Scrub Sale this month

If you wear scrubs as part of your profession, you will want to attend the BCMH annual Scrub Sale on September 23rd. All day you will be able to shop name brand clothing and accessories while all money received will go towards scholarships for graduating seniors who also want to enter the medical field. The scrub sale will be held in the Education Center on the east side of the hospital.

Butler City Wide garage sale set for October 2

Get ready to find lots of bargains as the Butler Fall city wide garage sale is set for October 2. Those planning to have a garage sale must register either at the Exchanger or Chamber of Commerce office by 3 pm on September 22nd. The registration fee is $10; this is always a big event, so plan on being there rain or shine.

Several events scheduled around the county tomorrow

Foster Fire Department Hog Roast Fundraiser

WhenSaturday, Sep 11, 2010

WhereFoster MO 

7:00am

 Rich Hill Senior Center fundraiser breakfast

WhenSat, September 11, 7am – 9am

WhereKern Senior Center, 613 E. Park St., Rich Hill 

Descriptionfor info call 417-395-2225

8:30am

 Bates County Career Women Forum @ BCMH

WhenSat, September 11, 8:30am – 12:00pm

WhereBates County Memorial Hospital 

10:00am

 9/11 Tribute and Processional in Adrian

WhenSat, September 11, 10am – 11am

WhereAdrian 

4D Barrel Race postponed

Adrian Bit & Spur Club High Point Open 4D Barrel Race scheduled for September 11 has been changed to September 18 due to rain.