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.

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.

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

A Busy Interim

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

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.

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.

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IT'S SO EASY- simply drop us an email at bateswire@hotmail.com or call 913-669-5848 any time.

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

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

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