Monday, October 31, 2011

Cooler with rain ahead...

Tuesday
Sunny...breezy. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds 15 to 25 mph.

Tuesday Night
Mostly clear in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows around 50. South winds 10 to 15 mph.

Butler square packed with creative costumes this evening

The Butler square was alive with all things spooky, nice and everything in between this evening for the Halloween costume contest and Boo! parade. Here's the winners of the Butler Chamber of Commerce Halloween Costume Contest:

0-2 Years
1st - Cade Brooks (Carnival Strongman)
2nd - Laryn Sprinkle ( Bumble Bee)
3rd - Bryce Webb (Monkey)












Wall to wall frightening sights...

Lot's 'O folks gathered on Main street in Adrian this evening for the annual Chamber of Commerce Sight and Safety night. A big thank you goes to the Chamber of Commerce, chamber members, the Adrian Fire Department, Adrian Police Department and all others who make the event great every year.

Contest winners will be announced later.

About the Bears playoff game Wednesday evening...

Butler Bears (District 13 Champion) vs. Carrollton Trojans (District 14 Runner – up) will be this Wednesday, November 2nd at 7:00 p.m. at the Deaton-Thomas Field. Admission will be $5.00 per person, under 6 free (per MSHSAA – NO PASSES). Member of the working press need to present a Missouri Sportswriters and Sportscasters Card or verification from their sports editor or manager.

Due to copyright reasons, Bates County Live will not be streaming or podcasting the game. We will, however provide updates throughout the evening.

Locally, the game will be broadcast on 92.1 FM the Bullet starting at 7 p.m.

Weekly report from the Bates County Sheriff's Office

Bates County Sheriff’s Office
Activity report October 24, 2011 to October 30, 2011
10-24-11
ASSAULT-Hume Deputies responded to an assault in Hume, MO.
THEFT-Butler Deputies responded to Rt.2 Butler in reference to a stolen calf.
BURGLARY-Rockville Deputies responded to Osage street in Rockville in reference to a Burglary that occurred.

10-25-11
FAIL TO YIELD - EMERG VEH-Adrian Deputies were involved in a high speed pursuit with a stolen vehicle.
CHECK WELL BEING-Butler Bates County Deputies responded to a natural death in rural Butler area.
CHECK WELL BEING-Amoret Deputies responded to the rural Amoret area in reference to an unresponsive white female.
AUTO THEFT-Butler
THEFT-Butler Deputies took a walk in report of a license plate being stolen from rural Butler.

10-26-11
TRESPASSING-Rich Hill Deputies responded to a trespassing in rural Rich Hill, MO
STRANDED MOTORIST-Adrian
WANTED SUBJECT-Butler Bates County Deputies executed a criminal warrant arrest.

10-28-11
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY / VEHICLE / PERSON-Rich Hill
MISCELLANEOUS-Deputies arrested Sheila Prater for possession of a controlled substance.
ANIMAL AT LARGE-Amsterdam Bates County Deputies received a report of a loose goat in the Amsterdam area.
SPEAK TO OFFICER-Adrian Bates County Deputies responded to a report of cows out in rural the Adrian area.

10-29-11
BURGLARY-Butler Deputies took a report of burglary in the Spruce area. No items have been found missing at this time.
PROPERTY DAMAGE- Deputies took a report of burglary in the Spruce area. No items have been found missing at this time.

10-30-11
FOUND ITEM- Deputies took a report of a lost license plate found.
DISTURBANCE-PASSAIC Deputies responded to a domestic disturbance in rural Amoret, MO.

Important test Nov. 9th to be on TV and radio stations...

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will conduct the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) on Wednesday, November 9 at 2:00 p.m. (Eastern) and may last up to three and a half minutes. On November 9, the public will hear a message indicating that "This is a test." The audio message will be the same for both radio and television. A Nationwide EAS Test will help the federal agencies and EAS participants determine the reliability of the system and its effectiveness in notifying the public of emergencies and potential dangers nationally and regionally.

The public is used to hearing these tests on radio and television, but not for the expected three and a half minutes. This message is to be broadcast additionally on cable and satellite television as well as satellite radio, which in the past, have not fully participated. This message will be on every channel and every station that some one could be expected to be listening to. The EAS participants will then report back to FEMA on the outcome of forwarding this message through their respective systems. 

This notice is being sent, as will other public service announcements to come from the Federal government, to inform you of this test and to pass this information on to your employees and/or citizens where possible. Our main concern is people not being aware of this test and flooding 911 centers with questions about a national emergency. This test could be postponed if conditions warrant, such as a real emergency or severe weather conditions so as not to confuse the public. 

-courtesy FM 92.1 the Bullet

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Plenty to do on Halloween...

Lots of Halloween festivities this evening:

Sight and Safety Night on Main street in Adrian 5 to 7 p.m.

Butler Halloween costume contest and Boo parade on the square- sign up 4:30, judging at 5 p.m at the Bates County Sheriff's Office parking lot.

Bates County Elks haunted house open at 7 p.m. on the Southeast corner of the Butler square. $5 per person.

Butler Church of the Nazarene Trunk or Treat 6 to 8 p.m. in the parking lot.

Halloween Treats at Medicalodge in Butler 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Montrose United Presbyterian Methodist Church Halloween party starting at 5:30 p.m.

If we've missed anything, drop us an email at bateswire@hotmail.com 

Sunday, October 30, 2011

Butler Optimists celebrate Charter

Kip Yoss presiding over Charter Banquet
 The newly formed Butler Optimist Club held its charter banquet held on Friday, October 28, 2011, at the Youth Building at the fairgrounds. Kip Yoss from the Adrian Optimists served as master of ceremonies adding humorous commentary to the event. Yoss introduced Adrian Optimist Andy Enos who encouraged the Butler group to “find their ‘why’.” Butler Optimist members Michael Hill led the group in the Pledge to the American flag and Pastor John Prichard gave the invocation.

After a delicious steak dinner cooked by the Adrian Optimists, Josh Brennan from the Adrian club installed the officers of the Butler club: Marcia Rader, President; Mike Hill, 1st Vice President; Brian Schrock, 2nd Vice President; Amy McVey, Secretary; Emily Swaters, Treasurer; and Board Members Tyler Green, Sean Cook, Miles Umstattd, Kacey Chandler, Stacey Lawson, and Rodger Koehn. Past Western Missouri District Governor Bob Floyd from Eldorado Springs congratulated the Butler Optimists on reaching a record number of 104 charter members. Floyd said that this was the largest Optimist club chartered in the past 100 years.

Floyd also presented President Marcia Rader with the official Optimist International banner. Sponsoring Club President Mike Burris from Adrian presented the bell and gavel and Mid-America Region Vice-President Debbie Hill presented the club with its official charter. Each of the Butler Optimist charter members also received their own charter member certificate.

Carl Hoaglund, current Western District Governor, presented Butler club president Marcia Rader with a flower arrangement. Mayor Don Malan of Butler and Representative Barney Fisher also made remarks congratulating the local Optimists on their achievements thus far.

Marcia Rader, Butler Optimist Club President, then took the podium for some brief remarks. In her speech, Rader thanked the Optimist dignitaries from the district and state level and recognized several other local dignitaries in attendance. She also thanked those members from the Adrian Optimist Club that have been so helpful in getting Butler’s club organized.

Emily Swaters led the group in reciting the Optimist Creed.

To close out the evening, Auctioneer Wayne Seider presided over an auction of donated items with the proceeds going to help the Butler Optimists club get its funding growing. The Butler Optimist club thanks all those who generously donated items for the auction.
Butler Optimist Club officer installation


-our thanks to Alan Mundey

BCMH November Employee of the Month

GAY NISSEN is recognized as the Bates County Memorial Hospital Employee of the Month for November, 2011. Although Gay has been employed at the hospital only since July, 2009, she has been a long-time registered nurse with Dr. Curtis Long and has many loyal patients. Gay is currently the Clinic Supervisor for the Chestnut Street Family Care Clinic. As a hospital employee, Gay demonstrates respect, professionalism, and positive leadership to her staff. She is a very knowledgeable nurse and mentor to other nurses. Gay is one who handles stressful situations with grace, and her co-workers find it a joy to work with her.

The hospital congratulates Gay on this recognition and is honored to have her as an employee.



Boil order for district 5 patrons

A boil order has been issued for the entire PWSD #5 water district. This includes the Passaic, Adrian and Archie area. A boil order recommends that you boil all drinking water for at least 3 minutes; put a tablespoon of Chlorox in you dish washing water; and empty all ice cube trays. 

The boil order will be in effect until Thursday, Nov. 3rd.

-our thanks to FM 92.1 the Bullet

Car vs pedestrian accident sends 2 to Kansas City hospitals

Around 8:20 this evening Kassie N. Davis, 8, of Springfield and Sally J. Jones, 47, of Appleton City were seriously injured while walking across 52 Highway in Appleton City when they were struck by a Westbound pickup driven by Alfred E. Beair, 64, of Rich Hill.

Kassie Davis was taken by Life Flight to Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City while Sally Jones was airlifted to Research Hospital in Kansas City.

It is unknown if charges will be filed in the accident.

Girl Scout Troop 4432 holding cookie tasting event to benefit food pantry

Saturday, November 5 from 10:00 to 2:00 Butler Girl Scout Troop 4432 will be holding a Girl Scout Cookie Tasting at WalMart to benefit the Community Food Pantry. If you bring 2 nonperishable food items, you will be able to try all 8 flavors of Girl Scout cookies.

Also from 4:00 to 6:00 pm there will be a Girl Scout campfire and kickoff at the Butler City Lake. If you are a Girl Scout or would like to become one, please come out and join us. We will be having a hot dog roast and making s'mores.

-our thanks to Kathy Henderson

Saturday, October 29, 2011

Raymond Harvey trial set for March of 2013

Raymond Harvey
Accused of the murders of Brandee and Baily Bickelman of rural Butler last March, Raymond Harvey is now set for trial on March 4, 2013 according to documents on file in Henry County. Harvey faces charges in the mother-daughter slayings, along with two counts of armed criminal action and one count of arson in the same case.
Raymond Harvey is accused of the murders of
Bailey and Brandee Bickleman of rural Butler
on March 9th.

Harvey allegedly had an argument with mother Brandee Bickelman just prior to the murders on the night of March 9th of this year. Both victims were shot execution style and the residence set on fire according to police records.

A pre-trial conference is scheduled for December 12th in Henry County. The trial will be held in the Henry County Circuit Court on a change of venue with jurors selected from Greene County. Harvey is currently in the Henry County Jail under a $1 million dollar bond.

Back in Bates County, Harvey now faces an additional charge of statutory sodomy in the case. A pre-trial conference regarding the charge is set for December 6th in the Bates County Circuit Court.

Date set for 2012 Adrian C of C Business Expo

A full house at the 2011 Adrian Chamber of Commerce
Business Expo- the 2012 expo promises to be even
bigger and better
Based on the success of the first Adrian Chamber of Commerce Business Expo held last April, the date has been set for next year's event as February 25th, 2012. Once again the Optimist Building will come alive with booths featuring local businesses, giving the public the opportunity to get to know more about their services.

If you own a business, you won't want to miss this event. For info and to rent a booth, contact the Adrian Chamber of Commerce at 816-297-0004.

The Adrian Chamber of Commerce Facebook page can be found here.

Services for Chris Moles tomorrow in Drexel

Visitation will be at 1:00 PM Sunday, October 30, 2011 at the North Gymnasium in Drexel Schools for student Chris Moles who passed away October 27th. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 PM, with Rev. Mike Harenza officiating. Burial will follow in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel.

In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to a scholarship fund in memory of Chris and may be made payable to Drexel RIO.

Atmos gas rates to drop? yes...

To reflect estimated changes in the wholesale cost of natural gas as well as a change in the company's Actual Cost Adjustment (ACA) factor, Atmos Energy Corporation (Atmos) customers will see natural gas rates drop under a filing that takes effect on November 1, 2011.

The ACA factor is a mechanism which tracks any over-collection or under-collection of actual natural gas costs over a 12 month period. The net over- or under-collected balances are subsequently either refunded or collected the next year.

News from Adrian Lanes


Adrian Lanes
Your Local Recreation Center
BOWLING NEWS
Through October 29,  2011

Handicap Travel League
Westchester 85.5-34.5
Plunkett Bowl 77.0-43.0
Jesters House 67.5-52.5
Adrian Lanes 2 58.5-61.5
Capri Bowl 57.0-63.0
Windsor Lanes 52.5-67.5
Strike Zone 47.0-73.0
Adrian Lanes 1 35.0-85.0
    Next: Butler Nov 20

Minor injuries to skydiver near Butler

A hard landing resulted in minor injuries for a female skydiver just after noon at the Butler Airport. It is being reported that the skydiver landed along the edge of the paved runway, which resulted in an injury to the hip.

She was transported to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment.

Friday, October 28, 2011

What to do today? take your pick...

Activities around Bates County Saturday, Oct. 29th:

Butler Youth Basketball signups 9 a.m. to noon at the Butler elementary multi gym.

Nurse Gina's nutrition/weight loss 1 p.m. at the Church of Christ 612 E. Fort Scott in Butler.

Willow Lane Halloween party 10 to 11 a.m. - bring your own candy.

Butler Community Food Pantry mass distribution 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Wiener Roast and Hay Ride at the home of Kip and Susan Yoss in Adrian. Sponsored by the Adrian UMC.

Beer tasting at the Majestic Cellars in the Inn Hotel Building in Butler 1 p.m. till ?

Bates County Elks haunted house open at 7 p.m. on the Southeast corner of the Butler square.

Neighborhood Pride Clean Up day in Butler for info call 660-679-3514

Butler FBLA 5K Benefit Walk 10 a.m. at the Butler High School for info call 660-679-6121

Dispose of unwanted prescription drugs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bates County Health Center in Butler.

Halloween Extravaganza at the Adrian Manor Nursing home starts at 6:30 p.m.

Walnut Grove Church Lord's Acre Sale 11 a.m. to around 3 p.m.

Foster Chili and Soup Dinner-Foster Community Building 5 to 7 p.m.

Huge win for Drexel 46-7 over Lone Jack

The Bobcats win by a large margin this evening with a final score of 46-7 over the Lone Jack Mules.

Circuit Court news Oct. 24th-28th


CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS
JAMES K JOURNEY, PRESIDING JUDGE
DEBRA HOPKINS, ASSOCIATE JUDGE
Diana L Rich, Clerk
 OCT 24-28, 2011
St v. Stephen W. Snyder, Felony unlawful use of a weapon, set for 11-21-11.

Rose Brickle v Krista M Itzen, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Debbie Aurand v James Mc Donald, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

James C Mc Donald v Debbie Aurand, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

As Winter creeps closer...

Before we know it we'll be dealing with freezing temps and worse yet, extreme Winter weather. The following is some recommended reading provided by the Bates Count Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security:


Severe Winter Weather

Winter is coming once again, and we all remember the blizzard that Bates County experienced on Feb 2, 2010. Now is the time to familiarize yourself and family with winter safety and safety measures.

Some of the terms used by the National Weather Service used to identify a winter storm hazard are:

Winter Storm Watch indicates that severe winter weather is in the area or expected within 12-48 hours.

Winter Storm Warning indicates severe winter weather is in the area or expected immediately and can be life threatening.

Ice Storm Warning is issued for ice accumulations of a quarter-inch or more.

Rich Hill man sentenced in killing conspiracy

Mike Maushake, 53, was sentenced to four years in the Missouri Department of Corrections for two counts of attempted tampering with a judicial officer and one count of attempted tampering with a witness. Maushake pled guilty to all three counts on October 25th in the Bates County Circuit Court.

Maushake, a prior felony offender, sought a firearm to kill Bates County Associate Judge Debra Hopkins, Bates County Prosecutor Hugh Jenkins, and Rich Hill Marshal Clinton Leer. The Judge, Prosecuting Attorney, and Marshal were involved in a case against Maushake’s wife for felony drug possession. Maushake stated that he wanted to kill “everyone involved with the set-up of his wife.”

-courtesy FM 92.1 the Bullet

Obituary - Chris D. Moles

Chris was born July 16, 1995 in Omaha, Neb. After a long battle, he passed away October 27, 2011 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. Chris was a lifelong resident of Drexel, Mo.

In his 16 years of life, Chris was a leader, brother, son, grandson and a very caring and giving young man. From a very early age Chris always had a passion for all sports. He was an honor student, and a member of the FFA and Honor Society.

Chris was preceded in death by his uncles Lonnie Mills and Chad Showalter; grandparents Ron Showalter and Mr. and Mrs. Taylor Mills, Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Showalter, and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Ferguson; and stepfather David Ronfeldt.

He is survived by his father Jason Showalter-Moles; sister Jordan; brother Gavin; grandparents Neal and Peggy Moles; uncle Jeff Moles; cousins Avae and Aadon, all of the home. He is also survived by his mother Michelle Studey, sister Joslyn; brothers Landon and Brenden; grandparents Jim and Becky Hathcock and Ed and Connie Sheppard; as well as numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.

Visitation will be at 1:00 PM Sunday, October 30, 2011 at the North Gymnasium in Drexel Schools. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 PM, with Rev. Mike Harenza officiating. Burial will follow in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to a scholarship fund in memory of Chris and may be made payable to Drexel RIO. Written messages and memories may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Services under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel (816) 657-4400.

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Bears dominate Blackhawks 13-0 in varsity football action tonight

Butler 13, Adrian 0

Archie 47, Rich Hill 7

Osceola 55, Appleton City 7

Holden 43, Nevada 29

Pleasant Hill 20, Clinton 0

Sherwood 18, Cole Camp 7


A podcast of tonight's Butler and Adrian game can be heard here.

From the desk of Senator David Pearce


The Missouri Senate is never a quiet place. Even though the special session just ended, the time between legislative sessions, meetings and discussions and preparations for the upcoming session keeps us busy. Sometimes the interim is the only time that certain committees can meet. Occasionally, committees are created during the interim in order to utilize the time for research and discussion.

This interim, in response to the many natural disasters our state witnessed this year, Senate leadership created the Senate Interim Committee on Natural Disaster Recovery to focus on various forms that disaster recovery takes in our state. Three subcommittees focused on emergency, fiscal, and insurance response.

House fire reported near Johnstown

4:16 p.m. - Adrian, Butler and Montrose fire departments are responding on a report of a house on fire just West of Johnstown (about 14 miles East of Passaic). If traveling in the area be on the lookout for emergency vehicles in route.

Update - The home reportedly is owned by Bobby Bowman and was a total loss.

Sue Clark retires after four decades at BCMH

Sue Clark retires after 41 years of service at the
Bates County Memorial Hospital
After 41 years of service, Sue Clark has retired from Bates County Memorial Hospital. Sue has worked in the Accounting Department throughout her years of employment. Sue’s absence will be greatly missed as she has always demonstrated an incredible work ethic and loyalty to the hospital. The commitment she has shown to the hospital is reflected in her 41 years of full-time service. Sue has a wealth of knowledge in her position as she passes the torch to new staff. Sue and husband, Jerry, reside in Adrian where they raised their family.






Rich Hill couple injured in Hickory county accident

Kelly Curbow, 42, and Raymond Curbow, 46, both of Rich Hill, sustained moderate injuries in a multi vehicle accident yesterday near Preston, Mo. According to MSHP trooper Mike Murrill, the Curbow vehicle was passing another vehicle and struck a 2006 Chrysler driven by Deborah Porrett, 58, of Edwards, Mo. head on. The Curbow vehicle then slid off the roadway and struck a 2005 Chevrolet owned by Darrel D. Fox, 52, of Clinton. Fox was not injured.

The Curbows along with Porrett were airlifted to St. John's Hospital in Springfield for treatment. The report shows that all occupants were wearing seat belts at the time of the accident



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Obituary - Nancy Wisdom Schmidt

Memorial services for Nancy Ellen Wisdom Schmidt will be 1 p.m. Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Tom Mitchell officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 12 noon - 1 p.m. Inurnment at Green Valley Cemetery, Pleasanton, Kansas. Contributions to American Diabetes Association.

Nancy Ellen Schmidt, age 61 of Amoret, Missouri died Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at her home in Amoret. She was born January 19, 1950 to Harry Otis and Olinea Nadine Chamberlain Wisdom in Worland, Missouri.

Nancy is survived by five sons, Glenn Allen Wisdom and wife Sherri of Kansas City, Missouri, Jerry Bradley and fiance` Julie Courtney West of Butler, Missouri, Donald Bradley of Oklahoma, Joshua Bradley of Amoret, Missouri and Billy Jo Bradley of Clinton, Missouri; four brothers, Charley Aaron Wisdom and Arthur Ray Wisdom of Hume, Missouri, Home Lee Wisdom and wife Delores of Mapleton, Kansas and Harry Otis Wisdom Jr. and wife Meda of Mound City, Kansas; four sisters, Lillie Rose Hill of Nevada, Missouri, Edith Kirbey of Butler, Missouri, Ida Kaufman and husband Roger of Amsterdam, Missouri and Susan Lynn Parker of Pleasanton, Kansas; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Schmidt; and one brother, Richard Allen Wisdom.

Obituary - Gary Emrick Jr.

Private graveside services for Gary Emrick Jr. will be 1 p.m. Friday, October 28, 2011 at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Ft. Scott, Kansas. There is no visitation. Contributions to Humane Society or choice of Veteran's organization. Arrangements under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri.

Gary Ronald Emrick Jr., age 48 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at his home in Butler. He was born October 25, 1963 to Gary Ronald Sr. and Pamela Kay Robinson in Houston, Missouri.

Gary is survived by his mother, Pam Freling and husband Don of Shawnee, Kansas; one sister, Diana King and husband Eric of Lenexa, Kansas; two nephews, Ryan and Joshua; and two nieces, Rachel and Paige. He was preceded in death by his father.

Your weekend planner...

Thursday 10/27
Butler at Adrian Varsity football 7 p.m. (podcast of game will be available on BCL later in the evening)
Blood Drive at the Adrian high school East gym 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Friday 10/28 
Butler Youth Basketball signups 5 to 7 p.m. at the Butler elementary multi gym
Bates County Elks haunted house open at 7 p.m. on the Southeast corner of the Butler square
Hume school carnival 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Rich Hill FCCLA Powder Puff football game- starts at 6 p.m. at the Rich Hill HS football field
Football- Lone Jack at Drexel- 7 p.m.

Saturday 10/29
Butler Youth Basketball signups 9 a.m. to noon at the Butler elementary multi gym.
Nurse Gina's nutrition/weight loss 1 p.m. at the Church of Christ 612 E. Fort Scott in Butler.
Willow Lane Halloween party 10 to 11 a.m. - bring your own candy.
Butler Community Food Pantry mass distribution 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Wiener Roast and Hay Ride at the home of Kip and Susan Yoss in Adrian. Sponsored by the Adrian United Methodist Church.
Beer tasting at the Majestic Cellars in the Inn Hotel Building in Butler 1 p.m. till ?
Bates County Elks haunted house open at 7 p.m. on the Southeast corner of the Butler square.
Neighborhood Pride Clean Up day in Butler for info call 660-679-3514
Butler FBLA 5K Benefit Walk 10 a.m. at the Butler High School for info call 660-679-6121
Dispose of unwanted prescription drugs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bates County Health Center in Butler.
Halloween Extravaganza at the Adrian Manor Nursing home starts at 6:30 p.m.
Walnut Grove Church Lord's Acre Sale 11 a.m. to around 3 p.m.
Foster Chili and Soup Dinner-Foster Community Building 5 to 7 p.m.

Sunday 10/30
Whole Hog & Sausage Pancake Day 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Masonic Lodge 412, Appleton City

Monday 10/31
Sight and Safety Night on Main street in Adrian.
Butler Halloween costume contest and Boo parade on the square- sign up 4:30, judging at 5 p.m.
Bates County Elks haunted house open at 7 p.m. on the Southeast corner of the Butler square.
Butler Church of the Nazarene Trunk or Treat 6 to 8 p.m. in the parking lot.
Halloween Treats at Medicalodge in Butler 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Reward offered in equipment theft

A recent theft in the Ballard-Urich area has left a victim with an estimated $20,000 loss in construction tools and scrap metal on or around Oct. 10th, and the Bates County Sheriff's Department is offering a reward for information leading to an arrest in the case.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Bates County Sheriff's Department at 660-679-3232 or submit a tip on line here.

Rick Jagels honored in Rich Hill today

An enthusiastic crowd was on hand at the Rich Hill Youth Development Center as well as county and state dignitaries to honor Rick Jagels, who was named the “Most Outstanding Older Worker” of Region 8 in Missouri. He was honored by Experience Works which is a national, charitable, community based organization that helps people over the age of 55 get the training they need to find jobs in their communities.
Rick Jagels and Senator David Pearce

Jagels, who serves as a youth supervisor and has the responsibility for the safety, personal conduct, care and therapy of the youth during a shift, he implements group and individual treatment plans as well as maintaining security in the buildings, grounds and other posts. He also intervenes during emergencies or altercations to prevent escapes and gain physical control of the youth.

Those presenting plaques to Mr. Jagels this afternoon were Senator David Pearce, Representative Barney Fischer, the Bates County Commissioners and Jimmy Kithcart, Mayor of Rich Hill proclaimed October 26th as “Rick Jagels” day.

-story & photo by FM 92.1 the Bullet

Butler R-V 1st Quarter Honor Roll

Butler Church of the Nazarene Trunk or Treat Oct. 31st...

The Butler Church of the Nazarene is having their annual Trunk or Treat event in the church parking lot on Halloween night (Oct. 31st) beginning at 6 p.m. and will run until they are out of candy or trick or treaters.  The Church of the Nazarene located on the corner of Nursery and Delaware streets in Butler. 

 All Trick or Treaters are welcome. For more information you can contact Pastor John Prichard at 679-6482.

Reminder- Butler Vision Team from Drury University to meet Nov. 2nd

The Butler-Vision Team from Drury University is planning to meet with Senior Citizens of Butler at the Senior Center on Wednesday, November 2 from 10:30 to 11:30 am. This is a great opportunity for Butler's large senior population to learn about the Butler-Vision project and also put forth their own ideas as part of forward visioning. 

Regular participants of the Senior Center and as well as other senior adults of the community are urged to be there by 10:30 on Wednesday morning.

-our thanks to Leonard Redding

A little more info about podcasts on Bates County Live...

We live in a busy world and in an effort to better serve you, Bates County Live is now recording certain events and making them available for you to listen to at your convenience. Podcasts are a popular method to do this with audio files.

For example, we will record the broadcast of a football game from FM 92.1 the Bullet, then place the recording on our web site in the form of a podcast...

If you're not familiar with podcasts, that's ok. A podcast is simply an mp3 type recording, like the music you may already have on your computer. There are two ways to play a podcast:

1. If your media player (Windows Media Player, VLC, iTunes, etc.) is set up correctly, you can simply click on the podcast link above and the media player will open and begin playing the program. Or:

2. You can download the program to listen later using your media player. Simply right click on the podcast link and select 'download linked file'. After the file download is complete, click on it and your media player will open and begin playing the program. Or if you like, transfer the file to your iPod, cell phone or other portable media device.

If you do not have a media player installed, we can recommend QuickTime player, it's free and can be downloaded here.

To see a list of our current and upcoming podcasts, click on the Podcasts link on the right side of our home page.

Objects falling from sky identified...

The small, round and wet things falling from the sky have been positively identified as rain. 


 Cooler temps are to be expected, too:

House fire in Butler this morning

This morning at approximately 3:53 A.M., the Butler Fire Department responded to 402 S. Main, Butler, on a report of a structure fire.

On arrival, fire was located in the northwest corner of a single story, wood frame residential structure.
An interior attack was initiated and the fire was extinguished with heavy fire damage to the area of origin and moderate to minor smoke and heat damage throughout the remainder of the structure.

Adrian Fire Department responded under automatic mutual aid. The fire was declared under control at 4:19 a.m., with the last unit leaving the scene at 5:38 a.m.

It is being reported that the home was unoccupied at the time of the fire.

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

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And again, thanks for reading Bates County Live!

Medicare Part D enrollment deadline Dec. 7th

Miranda Parks Marketing Director for Medicalodge of Butler in now taking appointments during the open enrollment period of October 15th through December 7th. The enrollment will assist you in enrolling in a Medicare part D plan. If you are not sure you have the best plan for you, Miranda can quickly check it for you with no obligation to enroll.

The deadline has changed this year- you do not have until December 31st. The 2011 Medicare part D plan is open until December 7th. Make plans to enroll today deadline December 7th. 

Call Miranda 660-679-3179 to schedule an appointment.

-our thanks to FM 92 the Bullet

Rich Hill FCCLA sponsoring Powder Puff football game this Friday

The Rich Hill High School FCCLA is sponsoring a Powder Puff Football game on Friday night, Oct. 28. The game starts at 6 p.m. at the high school field. The Junior and Senior girls are opposing the Freshman and Sophomore girls, with the 8th grade girls playing where needed. Rich Hill football players and male FCCLA members will be the cheer squad. This game is dubbed "Fighting For the Cure". Shirts have been sold to help support the cause.

The Freshman/Sophomore coaches are Junior Josh Robb, son of Leon and Kelley Robb and Sophomore Trever Norbury, son of Douglas and Denise Norbury. Jr./Senior coaches are Senior Jarius Beckett, son of Reverend John and Alica Beckett and Senior Spencer Gould, son of Shaun and Michelle Gould. Coaching sponsors are Lynn Morgan, RHHS history instructor, Jr. High Boys and assistant High School boy coach with Brian Gillis, RHHS vocational AG instructor.

October is breast cancer awareness month. To honor members of Bates County who have dealt with this disease, all proceeds from this event will be donated to various cancer causes. $2.00 is the cost of admission for anyone over 4 years old. At halftime, cancer survivers from the audience will be lead to the field to participate in the show. All community members are welcome.

-submitted

Grass fire just South of Butler

Butler Fire and neighboring departments are on the scene of a grass fire along South Main street near CR 504. With extremely dry conditions and high winds, the fire is posing an eminent threat to some structures in the area.

Use caution if driving in the area and watch for emergency vehicles.

Investment seminar coming mid November

Butler Police Department weekly report

Oct. 18 - Stolen vehicle report taken; theft report taken at L and L Storage; two car accident at Nursery and Bus. 71; animal complaint in the 300 block of N. Main; walk in assault report taken.

Oct. 19 - Break in at L and L Storage; vehicle fire in the 1000 block of West Fort Scott; well being check in the 700 block of N. Water; keep the peace at the Super 8.

Over $800 collected for injured Drexel football players

A big thank you to the Butler Bears and Sherwood Marksmen fans as $859 was collected last Friday night at the football game. This will go to the families of Trevor Cooley and Chris Moles, the two Drexel football players that were injured in a car accident on October 15th.

Rick Plunkett created the decals which were placed on the helmets of the Bears - #2 for Trevor Cooley and #69 for Chris Moles. Donation buckets will also be at the Adrian/Butler game this Thursday night and all the proceeds will be going to the families as well.

-our thanks to FM 92.1 the Bullet

Monday, October 24, 2011

Mike Grimes Memorial Scholarship open to applicants now

The Bates County Cattlemen Association is encouraging local college sophomores, juniors and seniors who have completed their freshmen college year to apply for the 2011 Mike Grimes Memorial Scholarship.  The scholarship is in the amount of $500 and will be awarded at the annual meeting.

All applicants must be a descendent of a Bates County Cattlemen member or resident of Bates County.

For applications please contact Charlotte Grimes at 660-200-5197. Deadline to submit application is Nov. 11, 2011.

Relay for Life kickoff party just a few weeks away

Relay for Life 2012 has been set for June 9th next year and will be held on the Butler Square. The theme will be, “ Relay Around the World”. The 2012 Relay for Life Kickoff party will be held Sunday. November 13th at the Adrian Optimist Building.

The Quarter Mania Auction will allow you to place a bid on donated items for a price of 25 cents per bid. Winners will be announced following the lunch and you must be present to win.

The Relay for Life 2012 kickoff party will feature lasagna, green beans, salad, drink and a cookie for a free will donation. Serving will be from 11:30 until 1 p.m.

All proceeds will go toward the 2012 Bates county Relay for Life Event to be held on June 9th.
If you or your organization or business would like to have a team contact Sharon Cumpton or Amy McVey. 

-our thanks to FM 92.1 the Bullet

Bates County Cattlemen's Dinner Nov. 19th

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Rich Hill resident to be honored Wednesday...

Rick Jageles of Rich Hill will officially be the 'man of the hour' this Wednesday Oct. 26th as he will be honored as the Most Outstanding Older Worker in the West Central Region. Jageles, 61, is being honored by Experience Works for his never ending energy and dedication as a youth specialist in Rich Hill.

Experience Works is a national, charitable, community-based organization that helps those over age 55 get the training they need to find good jobs in their communities. For more than 40 years they have been devoted to helping people break out of poverty and reclaim their lives and dignity through work.

The public is invited to attend the celebration starting at 2 p.m. along with a representative from Congresswoman Vicki Hartzler's office, Senator David Pearce and Rep. Barney Fisher who will be in attendance. The Mayor of Rich Hill will have the honors in presenting Mr. Jageles with the distinction of being the Most Outstanding Older Worker in the West Central Region.

More information on the program can be found here www.experienceworks.org.

-our thanks to Bill Thole

Rich Hill Police Department activity report


Rich Hill Police Department Activity Report
October 17, 2011 to October 23, 2011
 
10-17-2011
 
10-18-2011
THEFT
 
10-19-2011
 
10-20-2011
 
10-21-2011
VANDALISM
 
10-22-2011
SPEAK TO OFFICER
 
10-23-2011
C&I

Weekly report from the Bates County Sheriff's Department


Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report
October 17, 2011 to October 23, 2011
 
10-17-2011
PROWLER-RICH HILL
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY-RICH HILL
TRESPASSING-ADRIAN Deputies were dispatched to a residence north of Ballard in reference to a boat that was dumped on a property.
AGENCY ASSIST-BUTLER
SPEAK TO OFFICER-BUTLER Deputies took a report of a missing calf in the rural route area of Butler.
THEFT-BUTLER Deputies responded to tow lot on Business 71 reference theft that had just occurred.
SPEAK TO OFFICER-AMSTERDAM
FOUND ITEM-AMSTERDAM
DECEASED ANIMAL-APPLETON CITY Deputies responded to Rt. 5 Butler MO for a report of dead animals.
SPEAK TO OFFICER
AGENCY ASSIST-BUTLER
ALARM-RICH HILL
 

Location change for the Bates County Women's Democratic Club meeting...

Because of uncertain weather conditions, the Bates County Women’s Democratic Club has changed the location of its Thursday, October 27 meeting from Poplar Heights to the Butler Senior Center. Potluck supper will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Hume carnival this Friday

The Hume PTO School Carnival is slated for Friday October 28th in the Hume High School Gym. The Carnival will start at 5:30 with the crowning at 8:30. The Hume PTO Carnival will feature food booths, kids games a cake walk and the senior country store. Everyone is welcome to attend the October 28th Hume PTO School Carnival.

-courtesy FM 92.1 the Bullet

Sunday, October 23, 2011

Heartland Trader on line- post your free classified ad now!

We're done rearranging and fiddling.. Heartland Trader is once again on line and ready for your classified ads.

Up to two pictures and 750 characters for the whole world to see and it won't cost you a dime.

Click here to get started www.HeartlandTrader.com

Saturday, October 22, 2011

Podcasts now available on Bates County Live!

We've talked about it and we finally did it- podcasts of sporting events and more are now available on Bates County Live.

Simply click the Podcasts link on our home page the select the program you would like to listen to. Depending how your media player is set up, either the program will begin playing when you click on it or you can download the file to put on your portable player (iPod, etc.) or computer desktop. If you have iTunes installed, you can use it to listen to the Podcasts, too.

We hope you enjoy the Podcasts- they will primarily be sporting events that are broadcast on FM 92 the Bullet.

Our first Podcast is available now, the Butler vs Sherwood football game played last night and many more will be added as we go into the Fall sports season.

QuickTime player works well to play the mp3 files. If you would like to install it for free, click here.

If you have questions or comments contact us at bateswire@hotmail.com.

News from Adrian Lanes

Adrian Lanes
Your Local Recreation Center
BOWLING NEWS
Through October 22,  2011


Handicap Travel League
Westchester 85.5-34.5
Plunkett Bowl 77.0-43.0
Jesters House 67.5-52.5
Adrian Lanes 2 58.5-61.5
Capri Bowl 57.0-63.0
Windsor Lanes 52.5-67.5
Strike Zone 47.0-73.0
Adrian Lanes 1 35.0-85.0
    Next: Butler Nov 20

Neighborhood Pride Commission October 29th

We all live here… we all need to pitch in and help…. The neighborhood pride commission has selected some abandoned lots, city right of way, ditches, weeds, brush and fallen trees that need to be cleaned up. As a community we need your help…. Volunteers are needed for this week-ends ,cleanup projects. Call Bob Conley if you, your church, your organization or club wants to volunteer to help clean up debris around the Butler area. Volunteers will meet at 9 am Saturday October 29th for the morning cleanup crew…. The afternoon crew will met at noon. If you will call Bob to volunteer, the more people he knows will participate the more projects he can schedule.. call 660-679-3514 meet at the parking lot on the North side of the old Butler High school, which is East of the police station. Rain date is November 5th. Take pride in your community and volunteer for the Neighborhood Pride Commission clean up date October 29th. They need volunteers with gas weed eaters, chain saws, rakes, hedge trimmers, loppers, pickups, work gloves and a strong back with community pride. Volunteer contact number is Bob Conley 660-679-3514. That number can be found on the 921kmoe.com website.

-courtesy FM 92.1 the Bullet

Hayrides this weekend to benefit Adrian Food Pantry

12 year old Sam Mager is offering Halloween Hayrides this weekend to benefit the Adrian Food Pantry. Go South on Kentucky street in Adrian to Skyline Drive:

Area accidents send three to hospital

Friday morning around 8 a.m. two Drexel women were injured in a single car accident on A Highway about three miles West of Archie. An Eastbound 2000 Pontiac driven by Ashley Davis, 22, traveled off the right side of the roadway, overcorrected, returned to the right side of the roadway into a ditch and struck a culvert. Davis and a passenger, Mallory Mager, 19, were transported to Research Hospital in Kansas City with moderate injuries.

Last night around 10:20 p.m. two Rockville residents received minor injuries in an accident at the intersection of CR 230 and CR 1501 when the 1998 Isuzu driven by Thomas L. Evans, 54, of Rockville traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree. Passenger Sheila A. Prater, 43, also of Rockville was transported to Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City for treatment.

Vehicles in both accidents were a total loss.

Friday, October 21, 2011

Friday night football scores

Butler 17, Sherwood 14

Rich Hill 43, Appleton City 13

Midway 28, Drexel 14

Adrian 33, Cole Camp 20

Osceola 27, Archie 21 (OT)

Butler vs Sherwood varsity football on line now

Tonight the Butler Bears face Sherwood at Deaton Thomas Field in Butler. Hear the game on line now at http://70.243.253.88:8000/listen.m3u

We do ask local folks to tune to FM 92.1 to save bandwidth for those outside the listening area.

From the desk of Senator David Pearce


As we head further into the fall, there are a number of activities going on in the surrounding community to keep in mind. Previously, we have discussed safety tips for hunting, which is one of the biggest activities this time of year for citizens of all ages. But another event lurking around the corner with its candy bag open and waiting for treats is Halloween. As we prepare our children and ourselves for this fun-filled tradition, let’s try to make sure we make this a safe holiday for all our little costumed goblins.

Mass distribution for tomorrow postponed until next week

The mass distribution previously scheduled for tomorrow at the Butler Community Food Pantry has been cancelled.

The distribution has been rescheduled for next Saturday, Oct. 29th, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Breakaway band playing in Archie Sat. night

We earlier reported the wrong play date for the band Breakaway...

The band will in fact be playing Saturday night at the Archie House starting at 8 p.m.

We apologize for any confusion.

Obituary - Bud Myers

Funeral services for Bud Myers will be 2 p.m. Monday, October 24, 2011 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Rev. Pat McGuire officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Virginia Mission Church.

Duard Arthur “Bud” Myers Jr., age 75 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born September 15, 1936 to Duard Arthur Sr. and Myrtle Bowen Myers in Independence, Missouri.

Bud is survived by his wife, Joyce Myers of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Duard Arthur “Bink” Myers III and wife Lisa and Chestkeith “Chip” Layton Myers, all of Butler, Missouri; a daughter, Kathielane Joyce Gaines of Harrisonville, Missouri; one sister, Juanita May Moralas of Oxnord, California; 8 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter-in-law, Vicki; two brothers, Jackie Newport and William Myers; and a sister, Geneva.

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