Circuit Court News April 25-29, 2011

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS
JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE
Diana L Rich, Clerk
 APR 25-29, 2011

Ashleigh D Murray v Jesse B Murray, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Kalee Danielle Stone v Daniel Michael Allen King, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Brandy Ceja Mealman v David Eugene Mealman, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Brandi Marie Murray v Merlin Gail Murray, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Judge Hopkins attends conference

Associate Circuit Judge Debra Hopkins attended the 96th Annual Meeting and Conference of the Missouri Association of Probate and Associate Circuit Judges that was held recently at Lake Ozark, Mo.

The association provides continuing legal education at its three-day conference, with membership open to all state judges and commissioners. All but two of the state’s 45 judicial circuits were represented. Among the 165 judges and commissioners registered were judges from the Missouri supreme court and the state’s three courts of appeal.

At the MAPACJ’s business meeting, the officers and board of directors for the coming year were elected, with Commissioner S. Margene Burnett of Jackson County to serve as president. The vice-president is Karl A.W. DeMarce of Scotland County, who will then be president the following year.

Six legislators from the Missouri General Assembly were honored at the conference for their work to improve the administration of justice: Sen. Jack Goodman, R-Mt. Vernon; Sen. Bob Dixon, R-Springfield; Sen. Jolie Justus, D-Kansas City; Sen. Tim Green, D-St. Louis; Rep. Jason Smith, R-Salem; and Rep. Mike Colona, D-St. Louis.

This year’s conference included educational programs on probate law, mental health issues, probable cause statements and warrants, adult abuse, debtor-creditor concerns as well as a legislative update. Chief Justice Ray Price shared information about the state’s drug court programs at a luncheon that was also attended by members of the Missouri Association of Court Clerks, with that group also having its annual conference and meeting at Lake Ozark.

Debra Hopkins has been the Associate Circuit Judge for Bates County since 2009.

From Recorder of Deeds, Lucille Mundey

Marriage licenses:

Dustin Michael Delozier and Samantha Kay Cleland

Real estate transfers:

Aaron Swift and Michael K. Quinn to William Lane:
LOT 6 AND 7, BLK 16, MERWIN

Oops! just a typo or two..

In our earlier article 'Rapid response saves lives - a closer look at E911 in Bates County', we accidently omitted the word 'only' in the following paragraph:

But bear in mind, fires aren't the only thing that needs a fast response. Medical emergencies such as a stroke, require the fastest response humanly possible due to lifesaving drugs that need...

At any rate, the article has been corrected of typographical errors. Our apologies!

Obituary - Sherry Hogan

Sherry Elaine Hogan, 52, Adrian, MO, died Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011 at the Atkinson Chapel in Adrian, MO. Friends may call from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, April 29, at the chapel. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 30 in Kirkley Chapel Cemetery in Bethany, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society, Mid America Chapter, 7611 State Line Road, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64114.

Sherry was born April 18, 1959 in Bethany, MO, the daughter of Larry Donald and Evylen Nadine (Orndorff) Bell. She was a graduate of Bethany High School. She married Jim Hogan on September 26, 1975 at the Kirkley Chapel-United Methodist Church in Bethany. She had lived in Harrisonville, MO for 25 years before moving to Adrian in 2003.

Sherry was an LPN and had worked at Golden Years Care Center, Crown Care Center, Foxwood Springs and the Pleasant Hill Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was a member of the Kirkley Chapel-United Methodist Church in Bethany, MO.

Sherry is survived by her husband, Jim of the home; one son, Donald “Donnie” Hogan and his wife, Kimberly, Adrian, MO; one daughter, Jamee Mae Greener and her husband, Garth, Chillicothe, MO; her father, Larry Donald Bell, Buffalo, MO; her mother and stepfather, Nadine and Wayne Bechtold, Liberty, MO; one brother, Terry Bell, Ozark, MO; one sister, Sheila Schrader of Alabama; four grandchildren, Michael Edwin Hogan and Matthew Aaron Hogan, both of Harrisonville, MO and Graceland Khristine Greener and Gareth Mason Greener, both of Chillicothe, MO.

Rapid response saves lives - a closer look at E911 in Bates County

Many years ago a large bell was rung to summon firefighters to the station to ready a steam powered pumping rig, which was a timely process. In many cases, locating a reliable water source near the scene was a major challenge. Often, the fire resulted in a total loss of the structure despite the best efforts of firemen.


Much has changed since then- bells have been replaced with a dispatcher; hoses put water on the fire with pinpoint accuracy; streamlined fire trucks get to the scene quickly;  hand held radios allow information to be passed quickly.

House fire on south Mechanic street in Butler

12:09 p.m. - The Butler Fire Department is in route to a fire in a kitchen at 408 S. Mechanic street. Adrian Fire has also been summoned as mutual aid.

Use caution if traveling though the area or take an alternative route.

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Time for Bates County Fair queen and princess candidates to sign up

The Bates County Fair is only a few months away and it's time for Queen and Princess candidates to get busy! Entry forms are available at the Bates County Farm Bureau office on the east side of the Butler square. Princess candidates must be 13 to 15 years old; queen candidates 16 to 22 years of age.

Deadline to register is May 19th. If you have questions, candidates should call Chris Sage at 660-679-4111.

The Bates County Fair will run July 9th through the 16th.

A sign of the times...

Prices in Drexel this morning

Obviously gas prices took a little jump overnight....$3.59 yesterday, $3.64 today in Drexel. Hopefully your diesel gets good mileage, too....

From the desk of Senator David Pearce

Senator David Pearce Appointed to Budget Conference Committee

JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. David Pearce, R-Warrensburg, was recently appointed by Senate Leader Robert N. Mayer, R-Dexter, to a conference committee charged with creating a compromise between the House and the Senate’s version of the Fiscal Year 2012 budget.

“I would like to thank the pro tem for having the confidence in me and appoint me to such an important position,” said Sen. Pearce.  “I look forward to the work ahead. Sitting on this committee is a big honor that comes with huge responsibilities.”

The conference committee, made up of five members of the House and five members of the Senate, is responsible for taking the recommendations of both chambers for the 13 budget bills and creating a compromise that will be acceptable to both the House and Senate. When these changes have been made, the bills will need to return to both chambers for final approval.

“The task ahead is not easy but necessary to bring a fiscally responsible budget to the table,” said Sen. Pearce. “My colleagues and I will continue to hammer out the finer details of this budget until we accomplish what is best for Missouri.”

The final budget, totaling $23.2 billion, must be approved by both chambers and delivered to the governor by 6:00 p.m. on Friday, May 6, 2011.

Relay for Life book drive ends Friday

Relay for Life has been collecting books to raise money for the American Cancer Society with drop off locations at the Butler and Adrian Schools. If you have books to donate, please drop them off before the end of the day on Friday, April 29. Books may also be picked up by calling Amy at 660-200-2009.

Books for ages children through adults are preferred. Our local Relay for Life team, 'Team Educate' appreciates your continued support.

Important links page added to BCL

In an ongoing effort to provide as much local information as possible, Bates County Live has added a link page that you should find useful. It contains links to web sites including local schools, weather, funeral homes and much more. You can see the updated links page by clicking the Local Links button at the top of our home page. If you wish to have a link added, email us at bateswire@hotmail.com.

Abduction not what it appeared to be

Around 4:45 p.m. yesterday the Bates County Sheriff's Department was notified that two subjects had pulled a female into a car against her will along F highway west of Passaic. The vehicle was later stopped along 69 highway near the LaCygne power plant with the female found laying in the rear floor boards.

After investigation it was determined that the female was willfully traveling with the two male subjects. The vehicle had stopped on F highway, where the female got out of the car and required assistance in getting back in. It was determined that she was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.

Apparently a witness viewed the actions as an abduction. The Bates County Sheriff's Department was assisted by the Linn County Sheriff's Department and the highway patrol.

Obituary - Thelma Westhoff

Thelma Isabel Westhoff, 95 of Drexel passed away April 26, 2011 at Manor Care of Overland Park, where she had been a resident.

Thelma was born December 11, 1915 in Stanley, Ks., daughter of Harve Edgar and Laveda Bell (Hunziker) Loveland.  She was married on November 12, 1932 in Amoret, Mo., to Harley F. Westhoff.  Harley and Thelma had three children and also adopted a daughter.

Thelma attended the Woodland School near Drexel, the same school attended by her parents and where her sister, Hazel Anderson, was a teacher.  Thelma cared for her husband; her mother; and her daughter, Deloris.  Indeed, her family remembers her as the ultimate caregiver as she devoted her life to caring for her family members who had multiple illnesses.  She also cared for foster children as well.  Her grandchildren remember her playing cards with them before the bus picked them up for school; and one grandson particularly remembers Thelma making him potato cakes! She loved to play cards, and had even done so on her recent 95th birthday.  Thelma loved her candy, and this past Valentine’s day, ate all of her chocolate-covered cherries.  Her family will never forget the tremendous care she showed for each of them.

Thelma was a member of the Burdette Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harley on January 2, 1980, two brothers, two sisters, as well as one brother Sydney who died in infancy; and two daughters, Deloris Garland and Lavada Mathis; and one brother-in-law, John Westhoff.

She is survived by her children: daughter Mary Smith (Jerry) of Des Moines, Ia.; adopted daughter Donna Westhoff Aylward (Al) of Drexel; grandchildren Kenny Garland (Tammy); Steve Garland; Rick Garland; Angi Covington; Tina and Tim Gomez; and Brian Lovgren (Evette).  She also leaves behind 12 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 10-11:00 AM Friday, April 29, 2011 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel (816) 657-4400. A funeral service will be at 11:00 AM with Rev. Paul Burhart presiding. Burial will follow in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. Memorial contributions in Thelma’s name are suggested to either the Multiple Sclerosis or Parkinson’s Foundation, and may be left in care of the funeral home. 

Butler Police Department weekly report

April 19th - Officers respond to the 100 block of South Orange on a well being check; two vehicle accident in alley behind S. Fulton and S. Havanna; two vehicle accident at Walmart parking lot; 2 year old playing in the street at Havanna and Ohio; possible fraud investigation; brush in the road on north Business 71 highway; DFS hot call in the 800 block of West Grove; responded to square, report of kids on roofs; took cell phone theft report at the police station; arrest driver at 71 and 52 for driving while revoked.

April 20th- Well being check in the 700 block of N. Water; harassment report in the 400 block of South Mechanic; warrant arrest in the 300 block of West Clark; subject arrested for fighting in the 300 block of

Alleged abduction in western Bates County

Bates County Live has received an unconfirmed report that two subjects abducted a female along F highway west of Passaic around 4:45 this afternoon. The suspect vehicle was later stopped by Linn County  authorities on 69 highway, just north of the LaCygne power plant, where the victim was reported to be in the vehicle.

We will provide further as details become available.

Museum to celebrate Nyhart School's 110th birthday

On Saturday, May 7th, from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon, a very special birthday party will be held on the grounds of the Bates County Museum. The one-room schoolhouse, the Nyhart School, is turning 110 years old so there is going to be a party! Everyone is invited to this free event. A special invitation is extended to all Nyhart School Alumni!


~The first 50 children will receive a new President Lincoln $1.00 coin.

~Golden Heartland Farms will bring one of their alpaca’s along with a baby goat to join to fun. Come meet an alpaca up close and personal!

~Children can experience life in a one-room school.

~Landon Elmer will provide music and sing-a-longs.

~Mary Limpus will help children with a craft as they learn about wool fibers.

~Refreshments will be served by the Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority.


This is a rain or shine event. If Mother Nature decides to have it rain, the party will be split between the Nyhart School and Robertson Hall. Everyone loves a party so plan to bring your children and grandchildren to the Museum Grounds for this unique birthday celebration. For further information call the Museum at 660-679-0134.


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Over five tons of food distributed by the Butler Community Food Pantry on Saturday

According to director Joyce Fitzpatrick, some 200 families received items during the mass distribution held last Saturday at the Butler Community Food Pantry. By the end of the day, over 11,000 lbs of food and other necessities had found its way to those who need it. 

While 5+ tons may sound like a lot, in the near future it may not be enough. Such a high volume is a clear indicator that more and more people around the area have fallen on hard times and need a helping hand. 

What can you do to help? Simply donate-  a few items or a grocery sack full would help immensely. Canned goods, cereals, paper products, personal hygiene products and plastic bags. Cash donations are a big help, too. While food received from Harvestors is free, there are handling and transportation costs that must be covered.

The Butler Community Food Pantry is located at 709 W. Ohio street (corner of Ohio and Prospect) in Butler. For more information and make donation arrangements, call 660-679-3951.

Hunters check 18,788 turkeys during first week of season

Bates County turkey harvest numbers:

First week- 98 adult gobblers; 4 bearded hens; 38 juvenile gobblers; 140 total.

Youth season- 22 adult gobblers; 1 bearded hen; 13 juvenile gobblers; 36 total.

JEFFERSON CITY–Rain and severe weather complicated hunting during the first week of Missouri’s 21-day spring turkey season, leading to a 10-percent drop in the first-week harvest.

Missouri hunters checked 18,788 turkeys April 18 through 24, a decrease of 2,233

Win in beef trivia contest on FM 92

Rich Hill PD weekly report

Rich Hill Police Department

Activity report April 12, 2011 to April 24, 2011

04-18-11

SPEAK TO OFFICER

AMBULANCE REQUEST

 

04-19-11

 

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04-21-11

              

04-22-11

                

04-23-11

THEFT OCCURRED EARLIER

ALARM

ALARM

 

04-24-11

Busy week for the Bates County Sheriff's Department

Bates County Sheriff’s Office

Activity report April 12, 2011 to April 24, 2011

04-18-11

FIRE-Rich Hill

PROPERTY DAMAGE-Hume On 04-18-2011, at approximately 0950 hours, Deputies were contacted at the Sheriff's Office reference a property damage that had occurred in Hume.  Report was taken.

HARASSMENT-Rich Hill On 04-18-2011, at approximately 1019 hours, Deputies responded to Rich Hill reference a harassment that had occurred.  Report taken.

LOST OR STOLEN ITEM-Hume On 04/18/2011 Bates County Deputies received a report of a lost wallet from the Rule Hume area.

6 arrested in Bates County drug bust; more sought

Braden

Last Wednesday, the Bates County Sheriff’s Office along with members of the Butler Police Department and CNET Drug Task Force swung into action commencing Operation Weed and Seed.  The Sheriff’s Office concluded multiple drug investigations that spanned over 4 months long.  Operation Weed and Seed roundup was selected to take place on 4/20.  April 20 seems to be significant to marijuana users because the numbers 420 is often referred to when talking about marijuana.  The Roundup portion of the operation began at approximately 4:20pm.  Law Enforcement Officers began to converge on the residence of the suspects wanted for multiple drug charges stemming from the investigations.

Puhr

A total of six subjects were taken into custody and several more are being sought by the Bates County Sheriff’s Office.  

The following were arrested and charged with Distribution of a Control Substance:

Devona C Cox, 54 of Adrian Mo

Carlie F Priset, 29 of rural Adrian Mo

Sean P O’Riley, 28 of rural Adrian Mo 

Tyler J Braden, 21 of rural Adrian Mo 

Charles Puhr, 33 of Butler Mo

Their bonds were all set at $25,000.00 cash only.

Brooke R. Peele of rural Adrian Mo was arrested for possession of a controlled substance.

Warrants have been issued for distribution of a controlled substance for the following suspects:

Thomas L Bridges, 23, formerly of Adrian 

Blake Leister, 27, formerly of Amsterdam- multiple charges- bond $45,000 cash

Robert E Jacobs, 55 formerly of Butler

Shirley J Saville, 49 formerly of Butler multiple charges bond $35,000

The Bates County Sheriff’s Office will continue to aggressively pursue people who chose to ruin other people’s lives by selling or manufacturing illegal drugs in our communities.  If you have a tip about illegal drug activity you can report the activity to our tips hotline at 660-679-4020.

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Two receive injuries in rollover accident this morning

Stephanie Hobbs, 21, and Sondra Wadel, 48, both sustained moderate injuries around 8:30 this morning in a single vehicle accident near Foster. The two were traveling northbound on  Route V just north of Route U, when the 2008 Chrysler driven by Wadel traveled off the right side of the roadway, down an embankment and overturned, coming to a rest on its top.

Both were transported to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment; the vehicle received extensive damage.

Rollover accident on V Highway

8:41 a.m. - Bates County EMS and Foster Fire Department are in route to a reported rollover accident on V highway just North of U highway. Use caution if traveling through the area.

Get ready for a noisy Spring...

(Missouri) -- In a matter of weeks, Missouri will see a major emergence of cicadas. That's the word from the Missouri Department of Conservation.

It says by early May, the 13-year cicadas will emerge from hibernation much earlier than their "dog-day" cicada counterparts that typically arrive in late summer.

The department says the periodical cicadas spend 13 years in the ground feeding on sap from tree roots before emerging en masse.

The 13-year cicada is much smaller, but noticeably louder. They'll gather in trees over a single acre chanting their mating calls.

They have dark bodies and reddish eyes.

The last time the Show-Me State saw the 13-year cicadas was in 1998 -- a particularly large brood.

This go-round, they're expected to cover most of the state. The department says the Bootheel and parts of northwest Missouri will escape them.

The noise will likely be gone by June.

Click here to learn more.

Obituary - Harriett Booth

Funeral services for Harriett Frances Booth of Butler, Missouri will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler with Rev. Art Ellsworth officiating. Visitation prior to services from 9 - 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 27 at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial at 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 27 at Resthaven Cemetery in Chillicothe, Missouri. Contributions, Ohio St. United Methodist Church or the Butler Public Library.

Harriett Frances Booth, age 87 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, April 23, 2011 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. She was born June 23, 1923 to William Harvey and Maude Lewis Craig Crawley in Davis City, Iowa.

Harriett owned and operated a Day Care and took care of children for over 42 years.

Harriett is survived by a daughter, Sharon McLain and husband Neil of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Gary Booth and wife Nancy of Joplin, Missouri and Rick Booth and wife Lola of California, Missouri; 6 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Doyle Booth; two brothers, Samuel and Russel; and a nephew, Larry Crawley.

Mostly wet week ahead

Tonight

Chance of showers early in the evening...then showers likely late in the evening. Periods of showers and thunderstorms after midnight. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 90 percent.

Bates County Community Health Foundation hosting 7th annual golf tournament in June

Saturday, June 11th marks the date for the 7th annual Bates County Community Health Foundation golf tournament at the Butler Country Club. The shotgun start, four man scramble starts at 8 a.m. with check in time at 7:30.

Sponsors are needed- $100 per hole which includes a sign with your or company name at the hole. The sponsorship price also covers participation for your four man team.

The Bates County Community Health Foundation has awarded $1,000 scholarships for the last five years to those pursuing a career in nursing or are working towards a higher level in the nursing field.

1st place team will be awarded $400, 2nd - $300 and third place pays $200, with a $10,000 hole-in-one contest. There will also be prizes for closest to the pin and longest drive.

For more information and to get your donation form, contact Wendell Harris at Bates County Memorial Hospital at 660-200-7000.

Accident on 71 Highway results in minor injuries

Travis T. Williams, 34, of Peculiar received minor injuries last night in a single car accident on Northbound 71 Highway just South of the Miami Creek bridge. Williams was driving a 1992 Ford that traveled off the roadway, struck an embankment and sign, then came to a rest in the median. He was transported to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment.

A wet Easter...

Today

Considerable cloudiness. Chance of showers...slight chance of thunderstorms in the morning...then showers likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs around 60. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation 70 percent.

Tonight

Occasional showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.

You can view live radar here


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Highlights from Ozark Shores Rentals grand opening today

Grand opening of Butler's newest business was held today- Ozark Shores Rentals, located in the former Movie Gallery location next to McDonald's. Brothers/owners Robert and Bill Mullally were on hand to greet those who came to see the Blues Brothers, have a hot dog and take a look around the new store.

Owner Robert Mullally (left)

Store manager John Koch was also busy with those who came to see the offerings of Ozark Shores Rentals- furniture, washers, dryers, televisions, beds, interior decor items, refrigerators, dishwashers and more.

The Mullally brothers purchased their first store in Clinton, which was already established for over 20 years. Since then they have opened stores in Warsaw, Bolivar and now Butler. The Mullally's are members of the Missouri Rental Dealers Association and are looking forward to opening at least three more stores spanning Missouri and Kansas within the next six months.

Balloons and fun for the kids

Cameron Hook with Blues Brothers impersonators
John Hoffman and Dave Coffelt

Inside the spacious Butler store you'll find name brands such as Compaq, Toshiba, LG, Mitsubishi, Panasonic and more. Need a laptop computer or flat screen tv? Ozark Shores Rentals can fix you up.

Maybe you need an appliance or some furniture but don't have the cash today? No problem. Ozark Shores Rentals offers attractive terms and in home service on their products.

Owner Bill Mullally (left) talking with a couple who
stopped by the grand opening today

A look inside Ozark Shores Rentals

You can make payments weekly, every two weeks or monthly- they can work out terms that best fit your needs. There's no credit check required.

Store hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

Stop by, say 'hi' and take a look at the large selection of name brand furniture, appliances and more. Look for the big Ozark Shores Rentals sign on highway 52 West in Butler.

News from Adrian Lanes

Adrian Lanes

Your Local Recreation Center

BOWLING NEWS

Through April 24, 2011

Handicap Travel League

Windsor Lanes 285.5

Strike Zone 1 264.0

MeadowLark Lanes 262.5

Adrian Lanes 2 262.0

Westchester Lanes 242.0

Students receive Elks scholarships

The Bates County Elks Lodge held a Reception for Scholarship recipients for the 2010-2011 School Year on Wednesday, April 20th at 7 p.m. The Elks Lodge presented 3 Scholarships of $500.00 each to Courtney McGuire, Evelyn Toppass, and Ariel Blazer, presented by Exalted Ruler Keith Ridgway and the Lady Elks presented 2 Scholarships of $500.00 each to Ryan Good and Natashia Minor presented by Beverly Ridgway.

Pictured from left to right are: Courtney McGuire, Evelyn Toppass, Ryan Good, Ariel Blazer and Natashia Minor.

our thanks to Polly Mitchell


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Busy weekend ahead...

There's lots on the schedule for the Easter holiday weekend, see more and the details by clicking the County Wide Calendar button on our home page. Here's the weekend at a glance:

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Mundey completes required training for Missouri recorders

Bates County Recorder of Deeds Lucille Mundey has completed her required 20-hour training by attending the Recorders Association of Missouri’s 2011 conference held in St Louis the week of April 11.

            This year there were 30+ newly elected recorders attending the training session.  A mentor program was set up to assist these new recorders in their orientation and learning process.  The mentors were to make the new members feel welcome and comfortable by inviting the new recorders to sit with them, provide support and information as needed, introduce them to friends and colleagues, get well-acquainted with each other and help them throughout the training process.  After the conference the mentors are to make themselves available to the new recorder throughout the year and give them counsel and advice whenever they need it.  Lucille was selected to be a mentor to the newly elected Henry County Recorder, Rhonda Ake.  Lucille was also selected to be on the Nominating Committee and helped present the new slate of officers for 2011-2012.

            The sessions included information on sovereign citizens, legislative history and updates, round table discussions, and new procedures with the DNR.  A tour of a historical home in the Central West End was available and enjoyed by the recorders.

  The technology workshop included up-to-date computer hardware, computer software, microfilm equipment, scanners and copiers.

Winners announced from the Adrian Expo...

Bates County Live would like to thank everyone who stopped by our booth at the Adrian Expo last Saturday. Winner of the pocket knife was Sue Merritt of Butler and the gift basket winner was Deana Moore of Adrian.

All those who won a free month's advertising of Bates County Live are urged to call us or send an email so we can get your advertising on the web site.

Thanks again from BCL!




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Obituary - Paula Nieder

Graveside Memorial Services for Paula Gayle Nieder will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 27th at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler.

Paula Gayle Nieder was born February 23, 1948 the daughter of Paul Wesley Nieder and Edna Mae Dunlap Nieder in Butler, MO. Although Paula Gayle suffered from cerebral palsey she enjoyed life. Her mother would take her on car rides which she looked forward to going to town and eating ice cream with her grandma Dunlap. She always had a smile, would laugh and waived good by with kisses. Her constant friend and companion was her monkey, Joey. Her mother kept and cared for her at home until April 1989 when she moved to live at Willow Lane Nursing Center where she made many friends with the employees and other residents.

Paula Gayle is survived by her mother Edna Nieder of Butler; step-mother Nancy Armentrout of Amsterdam, MO; sisters Mary Gregory and fiance' Scott Chulufas of Amsterdam, Cheri Ham of Grain Valley, MO and Michelle Floyd and husband Bob of Blue Springs, MO. Two aunts Tina Nieder of Amsterdam and Fern Spencer and husband Bill of Topeka, Kansas; nephews, nieces, cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by her father Paul Wesley Nieder.

Obituary - Eva Koehn

Funeral services for Eva Koehn of Moundridge, Kansas will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 25, 2011 at the Bethany Mennonite Church in Rich Hill, Missouri with Kenneth Koehn, Myron Koehn and Gary Schmidt officiating. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, April 24 at the Bethany Mennonite Church. Burial, Bethany Mennonite Cemetery, Rich Hill. Contributions, Moundridge Manor, Moundridge, Kansas.

Eva Koehn, age 94 of Moundridge, Kansas formerly of Rich Hill, Missouri died Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at Moundridge Manor in Moundridge. She was born September 26, 1916 to Andrew B. and Carrie Koehn Nightingale in Verden, Oklahoma.

Eva is survived by ten sons, Harland Koehn of Rich Hill, Missouri, Archie Koehn of Rich Hill, Missouri, Ernest Koehn of Butler, Missouri, Franklin Koehn and wife Marlene of Rich Hill, Missouri, Hubert Koehn and wife Mary of Horton, Missouri, Marlin Koehn and wife Diann of Montezuma, Kansas, Wesley Koehn and wife Edith of Rich Hill, Missouri, Delbert Koehn and wife Rita of Eldon, Missouri, Daniel Koehn and wife Marva of Barnett, Missouri, and Milton Koehn and wife Marjorie of Versailles, Missouri; a daughter, Ella Mae Isaac and husband Jim of Butler, Missouri; a daughter-in-law, Beth Koehn of Moundridge, Kansas; 41 grandchildren; and 87 great-grandchildren. Eva was preceded in death by her parents; husband Walter in 1996; and 22-month old daughter Marcella.

Circuit Court News April 18-22

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS 
JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE 
Diana L Rich, Clerk 
 APR 18-22, 2011

St v. Ronnie Wayne Plunkett, Felony failure of a sex offender to report, found guilty, sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, to pay court costs, to get counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. Shall be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall perform 200 hours of community service as directed, Defe. Shall be under electronic monitoring for a period of 3 months. 

St v. Meredith Carson, Felony possession of controlled substance, methamphetamines, found guilty, Ct  II and III are dismissed, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, to pay court costs, to successfully complete counseling/treatment as directed,  to get substanace abuse treatment and aftercare, to attend AA/NA, to be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, shall not consume/possess any alcoholic beverages or be upon premises where sold/served, shall perform 200 hours of community service. 

St v Gregory L Dukes, Felony of possession or sale of equipment w/altered id numbers, reduced to Misd. Failure to Display Registration, guilty plea, sentenced to 6 mos in BC Jail, given SES, placed on probation for 2 years.           

Kelvin R Jones v Tommy Skinner, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner. 

Alexandria Nash v Curtis Vail II, Petition for Order of Protection filed. 

Kristina M Swanson v Robert Cole Gabriel, Petition for Order of Protection filed. 

Morgan Mitchell v Lance Mitchell, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed. 

Derrick Eugene Frazier v Deborah Ireti-Ogo Frazier, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed. 

Crystal Coatney v Arron Rich, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner. 

Brock Alan Fischer v Nicole Lynn Fischer, Dissolution of Marriage is granted. 

Sarina A Brumlow v Phillip N Brumlow, Petition for Order of Protection filed. 

Lacey Nicole Wyatt, individually and as next friend of Tucker Lane Deming, Petition for Change of Name filed. 

Timothy Eugene Mooney v Nancy Robin Mooney, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed. 

Clarence Edward Garren v Virginia Ann Garren, Petition for Order of Protection filed. 



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