From the desk of Senator David Pearce - Creating jobs

Creating Jobs

At the beginning of the session, my colleagues and I decided that we would work on a few main goals, such as job creation and creating a balanced budget. These concepts are not just arbitrary ideals, but are necessary for a strong state and a bright future. The House approved its version of the budget this week and sent it to the Senate for consideration.

A little gift for the procrastinator in all of us...

If you wait until the last minute to file your taxes, you'll get three extra days this year as the official tax deadline has been moved to April 18th. That's because the District of Columbia will observe Emancipation Day on Friday the 15th, even though the official holiday isn't until the next day.

Since the Federal deadline will be the 18th, so will the Missouri and Kansas deadlines as well.

Look out for loose llama...

Bates County Live has received a report that a llama is running loose on 18 Highway, possibly in between Merwin to near CC highway. Use caution if traveling in the area.

From Recorder of Deeds, Lucille Mundey

Marriage license:

Charles Allen Puhr, Sr. and Ashley Lynn Jeffries
Zachary Keith Nordyke and Lela Jovanna Ledesma
Jeffery Scott Bonner and Dawna Marie Jewell

State 4-H Horse Judging Contest – Columbia, MO March 19, 2011

4-H members enrolled in State Horse Judging Contest saw horses of every size and shape. Included were Ponies, (POA) Paints, Saddlebred and Draft. All in all, 9 classes were presented.

"4-H members have been practicing their horse judging skills in preparation for the contest but it's more than just a judging competition," according to Ben Gallup, State 4-H youth development specialist. Public speaking, critical thinking and decision making are all transferable skills gleaned from participation. "We call them life skills but honestly the kids are here because they love horses," he added.

This year about 180 registered for the contest. The top senior team is selected to represent Missouri 4-H at National Horse Judging in Louisville, KY in November. We also recognize our top ten 8 - 10 year old contestants and junior division participants.

Bates County 4-H’ers attending the contest: Back Row: Reba Colin, Daisy Miller, Taylor Fischer, and Cody Franklin (Coach) Front Row: Clint Cumpton, Kirstyn Eckhoff, Clay Cumpton, James Fischer

In the 8-10 year old division, James Fischer placed 3rd high individual, Clint Cumpton placed 6th high individual, and Kirstyn Eckhoff placed 8th high individual.

In the overall Junior Division, Taylor Fischer placed 4th high individual and Reba Colin placed 6th high individual.

The Bates County Junior Team consisting of Taylor Fischer, Reba Colin, James Fischer, Clint Cumpton, Kirsty Eckhoff, and Clay Cumpton placed 2nd.

Although Bates County did not have a Senior Team, Daisy Miller represented Bates County and placed 23rd as a first year Senior Division competitor.

-our thanks to Alan Mundey

Bingo jackpot climbs to $4,500

The progressive bingo jackpot went unclaimed last week......so this Monday night's pot will be $4,500. Play bingo every Monday night starting at 7 p.m. at the Adrian Optimist Building.

Temporary road and street closures...

Due to construction of the new bridge at the South 71 overpass in Butler, Business 71 Highway will be closed just South of Plunkett Bowl to include the ramp to US 71. Likewise, Rice Road will be closed at the South city limits as well.

Both roads will be closed until further notice.

Suspicious fires under investigation

Three recent fires in Adrian appear to be arson, according to Fire Chief Gary Dizney. On February 23rd, around 2:15 p.m., the fire department was dispatched to the scene of a shed on fire behind a residence on Seventh street. As firefighters were working the blaze, another call came in of a shed on fire some distance across town. Both buildings were a total loss and the cause of the fires was of suspicious nature.

Fast forward to March 22nd, just after 5:30 p.m. a 911 call reported smoke coming from the doors of the grain elevator building located on 5th street at the railroad tracks. That fire also was deliberately set.

In speaking to Chief Dizney, he stressed that the safety of Adrian citizens and their property is of utmost concern. "If anyone sees anything suspicious" he urged "please call the Adrian police department or 911 and report it immediately". In further conversation he reminded that those setting the fires could be subject to additional charges to arson, including trespassing, if caught.

Furthermore, if anyone has information regarding the fires call the Adrian Police Department at 816-297-2121 or the Bates County Sheriff's Department at 660-679-3232 or by dialing 911.

Circuit Court news March 21st-25th, 2001

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS
JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE
Diana L Rich, Clerk
 MAR 21-25, 2011

St v. Maureen B McBrien, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana,  found guilty, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, Defe. To pay court costs, to successfully complete any counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. Shall be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, to perform 200 hours of community service, Defe. Shall serve 8 days in BC jail (weekends) as shock detention.

St v. Charles Robert Hatton, Felony possession of controlled substance, found guilty, given SIS, placed on 5 years probation, to pay court costs, including $150 on State Forensic Lab Account. Defe. Shall successful complete any counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. To get substance abuse aftercare, shall be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall spend 6 days in Bates County Jail as shock detention.

Obituary - Lonnie Coleman

Lonnie G. Coleman, 63 of Rockville, Mo. passed away March 30, 2011 at his home.

Mr. Coleman is survived by his daughter, Tatum Coleman and one brother, Ronnie Coleman.

Cremation, with a memorial service at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 9, 2011 at Mullinax Funeral Home of Butler (660) 679-0009 with Greg Mullinax presiding. Memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Coleman are suggested to a charity of the donor’s choice.

BHS Problem Solving Team places 2nd in Columbia

Congratulations to the Butler High School Senior Future Problem Solving Team who placed 2nd in Team Writing at State in Columbia and 3rd in Skit Performance.

Those involved were: Ariel Blaser, Natoshia Minor, Nickie Bartels, and Michael Keener on the writing team; those four and Robert Branson, Brooke Rees and Kelsey McGuire for their skit performance.

Robert Branson also went to State as an Individual Writer, completing the packet by himself. He is the first person that has earned the honor of attending State as an Individual writer from Butler. He placed 2nd in his competition.

As Pictured left to right:  Front Row - Michael Keener, Robert Branson

Back Row  - Nickie Bartels, Brooke Rees, Kelsey McGuire, 

Natoshia Minor, Ariel Blaser

Results from Butler March Madness games

JH Boys

1st Harrisonville Wildcats
2nd Butler Bears
3rd Archie Whirlwinds

JH Girls
1st KC and 1
2nd Osceola Hoopster
3rd Kidwell Kougar

4th Boys
1st Adrian Blackhawks
2nd Butler Bears
3rd Crest Ridge Stealers

4th/ 5th Girls
1st Butler Bears 5th
2nd Adrian Blackhawks
3rd Butler Bears 4th

5th/6th Boys
1st Drexel Bobcats

2nd Butler Bears
3rd Archie Whirlwinds

Overall the tournament was successful. A big Thank You to all the teams that played and we looking forward for 5th Annual March Madness Tournament.

-our thanks to Matt Berry

Savings center open for business

In this economy, everyone could stand to save a few bucks.....simply click on the Savings Center button at the top of our home page and follow the instructions:

70's Sunday...

Today

Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s. Northeast winds around 5 mph.

Tonight

Mostly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 30s. Light and variable winds becoming south around 5 mph after midnight.

Butler PD weekly activity report

March 22nd - Officers respond to the Butler High School on an alarm call; loud music complaint in the 900 block of Wix Lane; medical assist in the 100 block of South Water; keep the peace call in the 400 block of East Jefferson; walk in harassment complaint at PD; suspicious person, Walmart; report of child left unsupervised at Boy Scout Park; hit and run at Country Mart; child playing in road in the 300 block of W. Ohio; possible fight in the 300 block of W. Dakota; vehicle accident at Prospect and Pine; dogs running loose on Mechanic street; alarm call in the 500 block of Henry street; theft report on the North side of the square; trash dumping report on North Main street.

Bob Gunn golf tournament set for April 17th

The Bob Gunn Memorial golf tournament sponsored by the Adrian Lions Club is set for April 17th at the Butler Country Club. The four person scramble is open to those 18 and older with a $50 entry fee per person. Carts available for an additional $25.

A $10,000 hole-in-one contest will be held. First place winner will receive $400, 2nd $240 and 3rd will be $120 (based on 36 playing).

Paid entries must be received byApril 13th and sent to Adrian Lions Club, PO Box 81, Adrian Mo. 64720. For additional info call David Vanderman at 816-297-2945 or 660-679-7118.

More local news video coming soon...

From the beginning, one of our goals at Bates County Live has been to serve the community with video coverage of big local events so folks who otherwise couldn't attend would have a chance to see what they missed. As we ramp up efforts to expand our video news, we have added a new page called 'BCtv' (Bates County TV) which can be found by clicking the BCtv button at the top of our home page.

While primarily the video coverage will include more public events such as 4th of July celebrations, parades, sports highlights and more, we have had a considerable number of people asking if we can do video coverage of city council and school board meetings as well. On that, the short answer is it depends. It depends on whether or not we can get permission to do so, plus there other other details to work out- in the meantime, we're working on it and will keep you updated.

At any rate, check the BCtv page regularly- as Spring events begin to happen, we'll be there to cover as much as possible.

Temps about par for this time of year

Today

Cloudy with a 40 percent chance of rain. Highs in the mid 40s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight

Mostly cloudy. A 30 percent chance of rain in the evening. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds around 5 mph.

Photo highlights of March Madness games

Photo highlights of the March Madness games played this past weekend in Butler. We will be posting scores and more information about the games very soon.

Obituary - Mary Jo Johnson

Funeral services for Mary Jo Johnson will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 1, 2011 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. There is no visitation. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri. Contributions to Moss House of Nevada, Missouri.

Mary Josephine Johnson, age 88 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, March 27, 2011 at Medicalodge of Butler. She was born April 9, 1922 to Syranus Shaw Sr. and Clara Zettine Bunnell Griffith in Pleasant Hill, Missouri.

Mary Jo is survived by one son, Larie R. Johnson Sr. of Hudson, Colorado; one daughter, Marci Kittrell of Butler, Missouri; one brother, Lawrence Griffith and wife Margaret of Raymore, Missouri; two sisters, Anna Munninger of Raymore, Missouri and Jane Robinett of Pleasant Hill, Missouri; two grandchildren, Larie Johnson Jr. and Teresa McCarty; and two great-grandchildren, Dylan and Tyler. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland “Shorty” Johnson.

April 5th draws closer...

From the office of Marlene Wainscott, the following is the official list of candidates and other decisions on the April 5th ballot:

          

MIAMI R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT

TO CHOOSE BY BALLOT THREE DIRECTORS WHO SHALL SERVE AS MEMBERS OF

Rich Hill PD weekly report

RICH HILL POLICE DEPARTMENT

ACTIVITY REPORT MARCH 21, 2011 TO MARCH 27, 2011

03/21/2011

TRANSPORT

THEFT

THEFT

 

 

03/22/2011

PROPERTY DAMAGE

CHECK WELL BEING

AMBULANCE REQUEST

 

03/24/2011

C&I

 

03/25/2011

ANIMAL NEGLECT

CHECK WELL BEING

AMBULANCE REQUEST

 

03/27/2011

OPEN DOOR

Weekly report from the Bates County Sheriff's office

BATES COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

ACTIVITY REPORT MARCH 21, 2011 TO MARCH 27, 2011

03/21/2011

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY-AMSTERDAM

C&I-PASSAIC

AMBULANCE REQUEST-ADRIAN

STRANDED MOTORIST

60's by the weekend

Elks set for April BBQ contest

Kings and Queens of the backyard BBQ prepare to face off April 8th and 9th at the Bates County Elks Lodge BBQ contest. Here is everything you to need to know:

Entry fee is $50, first place in each event pays $50. Fires must be fueled by wood, wood pellets or charcoal.

Friday, April 8th:
Meat will be inspected upon arrival.
Cooks meeting will be held at 6 p.m.
Dinner 7 p.m. - cost will be a free will donation

Saturday, April 9th
11:00 a.m. - Peoples choice- meat will be provided
12:00 p.m. - open
12:30 p.m. - chicken
1:00 p.m. - pork ribs
1:30 p.m. - pork butt
2:00 p.m. - dessert
3:00 p.m. - awards

For more information about the BBQ contest contact Clint Schuman at 660-200-5484.

Added fun - bingo will be played both Friday night (starting 7:30 p.m.) and Saturday night at 6:30 p.m.

All events are open to the public at the Elks Lodge located just North of Mill street on Elks drive in Butler.

FF highway will be closed for maintenance this week

A stretch of FF highway between 18 highway and F highway in Northwestern Bates County will be closed this Wednesday and Thursday (the 30th and 31st) for maintenance and surface repair. Homeowners along FF will have access to their homes, otherwise it will be closed to thru traffic.

Obituary - Bill Estes

Funeral services for Billie "Bill" D. Estes of Butler, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler with Gary Schowengerdt officiating. Visitation, 5 - 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 29 at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial, Virginia Cemetery, Virginia, Missouri. Contributions, Butler Public Library.

Billie "Bill" Drew Estes, age 75 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, March 26, 2011 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. He was born January 10, 1936 to Ollie Richard and Hazel Akins Estes in Butler.


Bill is survived by his wife of 48 years, Patricia Estes of Butler, Missouri; one son, Stephen Estes and companion Roberta Dixon of Ithaca, New York; four daughters, Christina McGrath and companion Don Pippin, Melanie Wallace and Shelly Thompson and husband John all of Butler, Missouri and Billie Jean Kooker and husband Shane of Adrian, Missouri; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a grandson Blake, and a great-granddaughter Hannah.

Freeze warning this morning, cooler this week

Today

Cloudy. Slight chance of snow in the morning...then a chance of rain and snow in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 30s. Northeast winds around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 30 percent.

Boy Scouts hosting biscuits & gravy breakfast

Adrian Boy Scouts/High Adventure Crew will be having a Biscuits & Gravy breakfast on April 9th from 6 a.m. until 10 a.m. at The Adrian Optimist Building.

Biscuits, gravy, sausage and scrambled eggs served hot with your choice of
coffee, milk or orange juice. $5 for adults, $3 ages 6-12; 5 and under eat free.

Obituary - Warren Kennedy

Warren E. Kennedy, 70, of Buffalo, Missouri passed away March 26, 2011 at the Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 29 at Schowengerdt Funeral Home in Butler, Missouri at 1:00 pm followed by a funeral service at 2:00 pm.

An additional memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 31st at Grace Community Methodist Church in Buffalo, Missouri from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Warren was born January 31, 1941 in Butler, Missouri, to Myrle and Philena (Warren) Kennedy. He played football at Butler High School and at Fort Scott Community College before receiving degrees in education from Central Missouri State and Drury universities. Warren was an animated teacher who made topics come to life. When he wasn’t pulling a starter pistol or sliding into trash cans during class, he was dressing in period costumes. Warren also was an inspirational coach who used a strong voice and a quick clipboard to help many young men find the best in themselves. Warren loved to play, whether it was football, golf, backyard softball or cards. If there was a game going on, Warren was in the thick of it. 

Warren is survived by Judy, his wife of 47 years, of Buffalo; two daughters, Nancy Manning (Scott) and Amy Lindsay (Larry), both of Stilwell, Kansas; one brother, Michael Kennedy (Janice) of Belton, Missouri; two grandchildren, Ben and Allison; several nieces and nephews, as well as numerous others who consider him a father, uncle or grandfather. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Warren’s name to either The Hospice House of Kansas City or the American Cancer Society.

Obituary - Adam Elliott

Adam Dean Elliott, 48 of Paola, Ks., passed away March 26, 2011 at Olathe Medical Center.

Adam was born October 30, 1962 in Miami County, Ks., son of Donald and Donna (Moore) Elliott.  He worked on the farm in Miami County his entire life.  Adam was a very free soul, not bound to anything.  He was very close with his many friends, and was extremely generous.  He would help anyone, and could fix anything.

Adam was preceded in death by his mother. He is survived by his father, Donald; sister Sara Morris; 2 nieces, Cassie Morris and Noel Bailey; 3 great nephews, Clayton, J.J., and Luke; and 1 great-niece, Abigail.

Visitation will be from 6-8 PM Wednesday, March 30 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel chapel (816) 657-4400, with cremation to follow. No funeral service is scheduled. The family respectfully requests no flowers, but rather donations to the charity of your choice.

World renown livestock auctioneer coming to Bates County

Kyle Shobe, the 2010 world livestock auctioneer champion, will put his prize-winning talent to work at  MO-KAN Livestock Market, Inc., in Passaic, Mo. on April 14th.

At MO-KAN Shobe will be working an 11 a.m. sale as approximately 1200-1500 head of feeder cattle go through the sale ring, said market owner Jim Hertzog.

There is no charge to attend the sale. The market is located on U.S. Highway 71, five miles north of Butler, Mo., and 50 miles south of Kansas City.

This is the third consecutive world champion to appear at MO-KAN. Shobe, of Lewistown, Mont., follows 2008 champion Matt Lowery, and 2009’s Ty Thompson.

“It’s always exciting to have the world champion here,” Hertzog said. “People love to hear him sell – and it’s a great way to demonstrate true price discovery, which only the auction method offers.”

Hertzog could become the 2011 world champion, since he’s qualified for the June 25 World Livestock Auctioneer Championship (WLAC), in Williamston, S.C.

This is third consecutive year he’s qualified for the WLAC. His best finish so far was among the ten finalists in 2009. That was also the year Shobe – in his first WLAC – was  named runner-up champion, or third place.

Read more about Kyle Shobe by visiting his web site here

-submitted

Defendants sentenced in Circuit Court this week

Defendant: Mark Wolford
Date of Birth: 02/16/1971
From: Adrian, MO
Charge: Class C felony of endangering the welfare of a child in the first degree
Sentence: 7 years DOC 120 callback

Defendant: Donald Greathouse
DOB: 01/01/1980
From: Butler, MO
Charge: Class C felony of a controlled substance
Sentence: 5 years DOC

Defendant: Donald Greathouse
DOB: 01/01/1980
From: Butler, MO
Charge: Class C felony of a controlled substance
Sentence: 5 years DOC to run concurrent with above

Enough of Winter already!

Today

Rain and snow (argh!). Snow accumulation up to 1 inch. Highs in the upper 30s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts to around 25 mph. Chance of precipitation near 100 percent.

Tonight
Cloudy. Snow likely and patchy light freezing drizzle in the evening. Little or no snow accumulation. Storm total snow accumulation up to 1 inch. Lows in the upper 20s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation 60 percent.

News from Adrian Lanes

From Recorder of Deeds, Lucille Mundey

Place your orders now...

Love cinnamon rolls? The Butler Senior Center will be selling Rita's cinnamon rolls on April 15th but must place an order before April 8th or you'll miss out. For info call the Senior center at 660-679-5830 and to place your order.

Cooler with more rain on the way

Today

Cloudy. Chance of rain in the morning...then a slight chance of rain showers in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 50s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation 30 percent.


Tonight

Cloudy. Slight chance of rain in the evening... then a chance of rain showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms after midnight. Lows in the upper 30s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation 30 percent.

Bingo jackpot continues to climb

The progressive bingo jackpot is now up to $4,250.00. Play bingo every Monday night starting at 7 p.m. at the Adrian Optimist Building located on Business 71 South in Adrian.

Adrian Police Department weekly report

Nixon's request for disaster relief granted

Obituary - Loretta Holt

Obituary - Roy Teeman

Mass of Christian Burial for Roy Teeman will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2011 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Butler, Missouri with Father John Bolderson officiating. Rosary will be held 9:45 a.m. Saturday, prior to services, at St. Patrick Catholic Church. No visitation. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to St. Mary's Manor. Services are under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri.

Roy Boniface Teeman, age 92 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, March 24, 2011 at Saint Mary’s Manor in Blue Springs, Missouri. He was born July 10, 1918 to Leo William and Johanna Mary Cook Teeman in Montrose, Missouri.

Roy is survived by his wife, Lafon Teeman of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Jim Teeman and wife Lisa and Johnny Teeman and wife Teresa all of Butler, Missouri; two daughters, Johanna Rice and husband Dewane of Appleton City, Missouri and Barbara Teeman of Butler, Missouri; nine grandchildren, Becky McGenness and husband John, Dawn Mott, Deanne Rice, Michelle Heitz and husband Cliff, Brad Teeman, Bryan Teeman, Nicholas Teeman and wife Ashli, Colby Teeman and Jayce Teeman; and eight great-grandchildren, Emma, Stella, Jayden, Landon, Kaeden, Chase, Kaylee and Parker. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Basil Teeman.

Hmmmm....now that's interesting...

The technical folks behind Bates County Live have access to some limited web information which includes what country our readers are in while viewing BCL. As today's report shows, of 6,924 hits in the last few days, 97 came from Hungary, 21 from Canada, plus several more from around the world.

Interestingly enough, we seem so have regular readers in the countries that appear to the left week after week...the reports also indicate that they read several articles when on our web page as well.

While some may be service folks checking the news back home- still, who'd a thunk that little 'ol Bates County would have fans in Italy? Australia? Or Hungary?

Local 4-H members show horse sense at state-wide contest

Nearly 180 Missouri youths were all business as they evaluated nine classes of horses at the 2011 State 4-H Horse Judging contest, March 19, on the University of Missouri campus.  Bates County 4-H’ers Reba Colin, Clay Cumpton, Clint Cumpton, Kirstyn Eckhoff, James Fischer, and Taylor Fischer placed 2nd overall out of twenty-four teams in the Junior Division Team Judging.  In the Junior Individual Division, Taylor Fischer placed 4th; Reba Colin, 6th; James Fischer, 17^th; Clint Cumpton, 23^rd; Kirstyn Eckhoff, 27^th; and Clay Cumpton, 67^th out of a field of 85.  In the Senior Division, Daisy Miller finished 23^rd out of 68 contestants.

"4-H members have been practicing their horse judging skills in preparation for the contest but it's more than just a judging competition," according to Ben Gallup, State 4-H youth development specialist. “Public speaking, critical thinking and decision making are all transferable skills gleaned from participation.  We call them life skills, but honestly the kids are here because they love horses," he added.

Alan J. Mundey, Bates County 4-H Youth Specialist, stated that in the contest, the young people compared four horses in each class based on desirable breed traits and ranked the animals from most to least desirable. They also explained their rankings to the judges.  Mundey would like to thank 4-H volunteers Jimmie Franklin and Cody Franklin for coaching the Junior horse judging team.

 

To learn more about 4-H and how to get involved locally go online to http://mo4h.missouri.edu or visit the nearest University of Missouri Extension Center.

Car show postponed until April 3

The Show of Wheels Car Show for this Sunday has been postponed until April 3rd. Here is information regarding the show:


Car buffs Dale and Jeff Douty are proud to present a fundraiser car show on March 27th to help raise money for the All District Choir's upcoming trip to New York. The choir, made up of four Adrian and four Butler students will have the honor of performing at a Philharmonic Orchestra concert while in New York.

The Douty's annual Show of Wheelscar show has traditionally been a free show- but this year will be held as a fundraiser to help the choir with travel and accommodation costs.

The show will be held in the large lot adjacent to Gray's Cafe on Business 71 in Butler.

Registration begins at noon on the 3rd, with a $10 entry fee on each vehicle.  Trophies will be awarded for best race car, drag car, truck, tractor, muscle car, rat rod, street rod, motorcycle, best in show and kids choice. 

For more information about the Show of Wheels event call 660-679-3800.

Tax holiday coming for energy saving appliances

Need a new appliance? Hang on a few more weeks and you'll enjoy the benefit of saving a little money on your next purchase. The Show Me Green sales tax holiday is set for the week of April 19th through the 25th. Items that qualify in include clothes washers, water heaters, dishwashers, air conditioners, furnaces, refrigerators and freezers.

^{More information can be found on the Missouri DOR web site here.}

Spring? not quite yet...

Today
Considerable cloudiness in the morning then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 40s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy. Slight chance of rain...isolated thunderstorms in the evening...then rain likely and isolated thunderstorms after midnight. Lows in the mid 30s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 60 percent.

Obituary - Raymond Moise

Raymond H. Moise, 77, of Butler, MO, passed away March 20, 2011. Ray was born Aug. 4, 1933, in Kansas City, MO, the son of Lafayette A. Moise and Lela Ophelia Fuller Moise. He served in the U.S. Navy as an Airman Electronics Technician from 1955 to 1959. He was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans and the Liberty American Legion. He was a retired wire drawer for Union Wire Rope/Armco Steel. Ray was a member of East Gate Masonic Lodge, York Rite Bodies, Ararat Shrine Temple, and the Bates County Shrine Club. He was also active in scouting and was a member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. Along with his parents, Ray was preceded in death by his sister, Edith and wife, Patricia. Survivors include his children, Kim I. Eckert, Raymond Moise II (Brandi), Aaron Kelly Moise (Jerri) and Patrick Moise; 11 grandchildren; his companion, Pat Allen; as well as a host of other family and friends. 

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. with a Mic-O- Say service at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 24, at the Park Lawn Funeral Chapel, 8251 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO. Masonic services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 25, at the Park Lawn Chapel. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, in the Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to Boy Scouts of America, Heart of America Council. Arrangements: Park Lawn Funeral Home, (816) 523-1234.

Normal temps rest of the week

Today

Sunny...breezy. Highs in the lower 60s. West winds 10 to 15 mph shifting to the northwest 15 to 25 mph in the afternoon.

Tonight

Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 30s. Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph.

Obituary - Alice Crosslen

Alice's wishes were to be cremated and remembered with fond memories. There will be a private family gathering at a later date. Services are under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) of Butler, Missouri.

Alice Claudine Crosslen, age 92 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, March 20, 2011 at the Rehabilitation Center of Raymore in Raymore, Missouri. She was born September 22, 1918 to A.V. and Ollie Kelley Shirk in Webb City, Missouri.

Alice is survived by her daughter, Verna Elleman and husband Donald of Raymore, Missouri; daughter-in-law, Kathy Park of Independence, Missouri; six grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two brothers and three sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents; son Garry Park; her children's father Leonard Park; her second husband, Lyle Crosslen; and two sisters

Fire at Adrian elevator

About 5:45 p.m. this evening, the Adrian Fire Department was dispatched on a report of smoke coming from the abandoned Adrian elevator located on 5th street, just West of the railroad tracks. Upon arrival, firefighters found a truck inside the elevator was on fire. The fire was contained to the cab portion of the truck and quickly extinguished.

More information will be made available as the investigation continues.