News from Adrian Lanes

Adrian Lanes

BOWLING NEWS

Through August 25, 2012

Sun 1:30 Youth-Adult Start Sep 23
Sun 6pm Adult Open Start Sep 4
Sun 8:45 Doubles Start Oct 14
Mon 7:30 Men Start Sep 10
Tues 10am Women Start Sep 4

Tuesday 7pm Summer Open
Yates Racing 39.0-25.0
Shadows Keepers 33.0-31.0
Adrian Lanes 33.0-31.0
Calvary Baptist 23.0-41.0

Flu shots now available...

Flu shots are now available at the Bates County Health Center. Some formulations of the flu vaccine for children haven't arrived yet so please call 660-679-6108 for verification of availability or if you have any other questions.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

MoCHIP program returning to Butler Oct. 6th during Huckster's Day

“MoCHIP” Event is returning to Butler! Sponsored by 32nd Masonic District of Missouri Local Lodges: Butler 254, Appleton City 412, Adrian 368, Amsterdam 141

What is MOCHIP? MOCHIP is a comprehensive child identification program designed to give Missouri families a measure of protection against the ever increasing problem of missing and abducted children. MOCHIP stands for Missouri Child Identification and Protection Program. The program uses a computer disc to provide information to the parents. Microchips are not used in the program.

Missouri Freemasons are bringing this program to communities throughout the State. The Missouri Masonic Children's Foundation, the sole sponsor, is working with local Masonic Lodges to provide consistent and comprehensive MOCHIP events as part of their ongoing commitment to Missouri's children and families. This program is provided "FREE OF CHARGE" to every Missouri family who participates.

Obituary - Kay Gardner

Graveside memorial services for Kay Gardner will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton, Missouri with Brother Len Redding officiating. There is no visitation. Contributions to Heartland Hospice. Services under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) Butler, Missouri.

Jeanette Kay Gardner, age 67 of Montrose, Missouri died Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at her home. She was born November 5, 1944 to Oliver and Betty Jean McCune Burris in Nevada, Missouri.

Kay is survived by her husband, Clarence Gardner of Montrose, Missouri; one son, Dale Neill and wife Nicki of Taylor, Texas; one daughter, Jennifer Snethen of Montrose, Missouri; three sisters, Lynda Stone and husband Leslie Sr., Karen Honeycutt and husband Kerri of Licking, Missouri and Jackie Marlin and husband Tommy of Lenapah, Oklahoma; and four grandchildren, Eric, Savanna, Eli and Alex. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Walter, Bill and Donald; and five sisters, Sherry Burris, Betty Jo Stone, Joyce Burris, Diane Ward and Ada Hall.

Isaac hits home

Much needed rain has arrived as a direct result of hurricane Isaac moving inland. More rain is expected through Sunday with moderate temps forecast next week.

Attention Lady Bears fans...

The Lady Bears Softball Lamar Classic Tournament that was scheduled for Sept. 1st has been postponed until Sept. 22nd.

Time to restock at the Butler Community Food Pantry

Help our Community Food Pantry restock their shelves! Please drop off non-perishable food items at the following locations:
• Cook Insurance Agency, Butler
• Citizens Bank, Butler
• Bates County Sheriff’s Department
• Community Food Pantry, Butler
(will also accept perishable food items)
• Yoss Thriftway, Adrian
• Adrian Bank, Adrian

Sept. 10th – 21st, 2012
For More Information Contact:
Laura Piland, Event Coordinator
660-200-5180
Joyce Fitzpatrick, Director, Community Food Pantry
660-200-5208

Sponsored by:
Cook Insurance Agency, Inc.

All items donated will help the people of Bates County

Butler City Wide Garage Sale Maps Available

Butler’s City Wide Garage sale is almost here and the streets of Butler will be bursting with activity as everyone can shop til they drop on Saturday, September 8th.

City Wide maps are available for you to pick up and choose the sale you want to check out, or just make your plans to attend each and every one of them.

Maps will be available on Friday at the Dusty Attic, Southside Café, Walmart, Ohio Street United Methodist Church. Also Kershner Real Estate Office, Sonic Drive In, Derailed Commodity and Butler Music and Loan. You can pick up maps at Larry’s Auto Service, Adrian Bank in Butler, both Casey’s General Stores, World Finance Loan and Tax Service and Gray’s Café. City maps are also available at Cooks Insurance, Butler Healthmart Pharmacy and Citizen’s Bank in Butler.

Local volleyball schedule...

Bookmark this page for easy reference

The Cost to get in to the Games are $2 for Adults Students are Free all games Start At 1pm. The only Game time is different is the League Ending Tournament

Youth VolleyBall Games Schedules
Sept. 9th
Butler @ Sherwood
Archie @ Cass Midway
Adrian @ Rich Hill

Sept. 16th
Butler @ Cass Midway
Sherwood @ Rich Hill
Adrian @ Archie

Sept. 23
Rich Hill @ Butler
Archie @ Sherwood
Cass Midway @ Adrian

Sept. 30th
Archie @ Butler
Sherwood @ Adrian
Rich Hill @ Cass Midway

Oct.7th
Butler @ Adrian
Cass Midway @ Sherwood
Rich Hill @ Archie

Oct. 13th & 14th
End of the Year Tournament @ Butler

Walter Hearting Honored at Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame

Making the best better for generations of Missouri 4-H’ers, the late Walter Hearting of Appleton City joined the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame, held August 18 at State Fair Community College.

According to 4-H Youth Specialist Alan J. Mundey, “It wouldn’t be a stretch to say that Walter Hearting of Appleton City gave his life to 4-H—he dedicated 50 years to working with Bates County 4-H kids. Walter worked with Hudson Hustlers 4‑H members as a project leader, but for most of a half-century, Walter was the ‘official’ 4-H bus driver. When kids needed a ride to camp, Walter and his big yellow bus were there. When 4-H’ers needed a ride to Columbia for a state event, Walter had his bus gassed and ready to go. Bates County 4-H is extremely proud of Walter for his dedication to our youth.”

The Missouri 4-H Foundation recognizes individuals who have created a legacy of service to 4-H by honoring them with membership in the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame. “These leaders have made exceptional contributions to the lives of Missouri 4-H members,” said Missouri 4-H Foundation Executive Director Cheryl Reams.

Hall of Fame inductees from 43 counties established a legacy totaling 1,625 years of service to 4‑H. Family members and friends attended the sixth annual event.

Darrell and Susan Hearting with Missouri 4-H Foundation Chair Nelda Godfrey

Obituary - Rita Jo Sherman

Graveside funeral services for Rita Jo Sherman will be 2:00 pm Wednesday, September 5, 2012 in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel, Missouri.

Rita J. Sherman, of Belton, Missouri went to be with her Lord on August 29, 2012 after a long illness. Rita was born and raised in northwest Arkansas near Eureka Springs and Rogers. It was there that she met the love of her life, William “Bill” E. Sherman, in Eureka Springs at the age of 14. They were married at age 20, moved to the Kansas City area in 1952, and raised their family there.

Rita was a life long member of the Hillcrest Nazarene Church in Kansas City, Missouri. She is survived by her husband, William E. Sherman; Daughter Anita Shikles and family of Kansas City, Kansas; Son Terry Sherman and family of Osawatomie, Kansas; Daughter-in-law Doreen Sherman of Shawnee, Kansas; 5 grandchildren and spouses; 5 great grandchildren (in the Kansas City and Drexel area); Sister Betty Quick of California, Missouri and many nieces and nephews. She as preceded in death by her parents Walter and Lula, 5 brothers, 4 sisters and granddaughter Kimberly Kaufman.

Rita was a wonderful mother and great partner for life. She will be greatly missed.

Obituary - Diana Rose Kopecky

Diana Rose Kopecky, age 67, of Drexel, Missouri passed away August 29, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN.

Funeral Services pending and will be updated Friday August 31, 2012.

BCMH Employee of the month Gennifer Fischer

Gennifer Fischer

GENNIFER FISCHER has been selected September Employee of the Month at Bates County Memorial Hospital. Gennifer is a Registered Nurse at the Nursery Street and Adrian Family Care Clinics. Gennifer has been employed since June, 2010. She has been described as being one of the nicest ladies you will ever meet. She is always professional and compassionate in the care she gives her patients. She never hesitates to assist other coworkers when needed. Gennifer is a valued employee and an asset to the hospital and clinics.

Details released in house fire yesterday

The remains of a two story home at 200 E. Dakota
street in Butler after a fire broke out just before
noon yesterday

From Butler Fire Chief Jim Henry

On Tue., Aug. 28 at approximately 11:45 A.M., the Butler Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a structure fire at the intersection of Dakota and Mechanic.

On arrival, a large body of fire was found in a 2 1/2 story, wood frame residential structure located at 200 E. Dakota.

Butler Fire responded with 2 engines, a ladder, and a rescue unit, with Adrian Fire responding with an engine and crew on automatic mutual aid.

The structure was not occupied and was undergoing extensive renovation.

The fire was declared under control at 12:35 P.M., with the last units leaving the scene at 3:54 P.M..

Bates County EMS provided EMS standby, with traffic control by Butler P.D., Bates Co. S.O., and Mo. State Highway Patrol.

The structure and contents are a total loss. Exact cause undetermined at this time. There were no injuries.



In other news

The City of Butler Emergency Management will conduct the monthly storm siren test at 10:00 A.M. Wed., Sept. 5.

Due to a recent radio upgrade, multiple tests may be conducted.

In the event of threatening weather, the test will be cancelled until Thur., Sept. 6 at 10:00 A.M.

Enrollment Period for 4-H Youth Program Underway

(BUTLER, MO – August 28, 2012) - Open enrollment for 4-H clubs in Missouri is underway now and runs to November 1, 2012.

As the largest out-of-school youth organization in the world, 4-H is open to all boys and girls, ages 5 to18. Children who are five to seven years old (as of Jan.1, 2013) are eligible for 4-H Clover Kids, an introductory program.

Youths who are 8 to 18 years of age (as of Jan.1, 2013) can select from a variety of 4-H projects and activities that stress social and life skills in areas such as decision making, communication, social interaction, civic responsibility and physical skills.

“You do not have to live on a farm to join 4-H,” says Alan J. Mundey, 4-H Youth Development Specialist with University of Missouri Extension. “Project opportunities include computers, robotics, foods and nutrition, horticulture, large and small animals and much more.”

Missouri 4-H is University of Missouri Extension's youth development program. The program is designed to help create opportunities for young people to be valued, contributing members of their community.

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

For information on enrolling with an existing club or starting a new 4-H club in Bates County, contact Alan J. Mundey, 4-H Youth Specialist, phone: 660-679-4167, email: mundeya@missouri.edu.

Fire causes heavy damage to Butler home

Firefighters remain on the scene to look for hot spots

A two story home near the intersection of Dakota and Mechanic streets received heavy damage in a fire that broke out just before noon today.

It is unknown if the home was occupied at the time of the fire. A full report from Butler Fire Chief Jim Henry will be published as soon as it becomes available.

Butler's ladder truck (far right) applies water directly to the heaviest part of the fire early in the attack

FM 92.1 back on the air

Repairs have been made and the airwaves are alive on FM 92.1 in Bates County and surrounding areas.

According to station manager Melody Thornton, this is the first time in nearly a half a century the station had been off the air for reasons beside an all out power failure.

Attention BBQ Queen and Princess candidates...

Young Ladies ages 11-18 are invited to sign up now to enter the contest to be the next Bates County championship BBQ Queen or Princess- you will receive 10 percent pay back from your ticket sales. All proceeds will go toward the Butler Area chamber of Commerce Scholarship fund. 

Princess candidates should be between 11 and 14 years old and Queen contestants are ages 15 to 18 years old. Entry forms are available at the Butler Chamber of Commerce office on the south side of the Butler square. The Annual BBQ Contest date has been set for October 26th and 27th and will be held at the Bates County Fairgrounds in Butler. 

For more information see the web www.butlermochamber.org or call 660-679-3380.

Foster Days coming the weekend of Sept. 8

The Village of Foster is bringing back the popular Foster Days Saturday, Sept 8th with a horseshoe pitching contest, blind draw double with trophy and payback for winners with sign in at 9:30 on main street. $5 entry fee, contest begins at 10 a.m. The garden tractor pull in Foster arena, weigh in at noon and pull at 1 p.m. Sanctioned by the Bates County Garden Tractor Pull Association. Stay for the 5 p.m. dinner of brisket, pork, potatoes, beans and slaw to be held at the Foster Community Building a free will donation will be appreciated.

For more information contact Jerry Hines 660-832-4404. Directions- take 52 west to Virginia- go left (south) about 7 miles to the first stop sign. Take a left at stop sign to go into Foster.

FM 92 temporarily off the air; 1530 AM operational

Due to an electrical malfunction, the KMOE FM 92.1 transmitter will be off the air until sometime later tomorrow. Please note the AM transmitter is fully operational and will be resuming a normal broadcast day tomorrow starting at 6 a.m.

We will provide updates on the FM repair work as they become available. Note the normal broadcast day for the 1530 AM side is 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

You may also get updates from the Bullet web site at www.921kmoe.com

Sign up now for Miami FCCLA 5K run/walk Sept. 22

Don't forget to sign up for Miami FCCLA 5K run/walk on September 22 during Amsterdam Jubilee celebration. Forms are available at Miami School, our sponsors, Ophantiques-Amsterdam, Caskey, Hopkins and Wilhelmus, Citizens Bank-Amsterdam, Dave's Quality Auto, DSWA, CPA, Community First Bank. 

Entry fee is $20 if received by Sept 1 and $25 after Sept 1. Medals will be given for the top male and female winner of each age group and a cash prize for the overall male and female winner. Get your forms in today!  Call 660-267-3444 or email scrawford4@marykay.com for more info.

-our thanks to Shannon Crawford

9/11 ceremony to be hosted by Adrian Fire Department

Bates County Veterans, all branches of the military and emergency responders will participate in the yearly 9/11 silent procession ceremony to be held in Adrian on September 11, 2012.

The silent procession will be held to honor those that gave their lives on September 11th, 2001 and is open to the public. It will be hosted by the Adrian Fire Department and Fire Chief Gary Disney invites all law enforcement officers, local fire departments, all veterans and all branches of the Military and Emergency responders to attend this Silent Procession Patriotic Ceremony to be held at 6:30 p.m. 

The procession will leave from the Adrian Manor Nursing Home in Adrian to Main Street, to the Adrian Optimist Building, where there will be a fly-over, guest speakers and refreshments to be served.

Those lining the streets to view the 9/11 silent procession are invited to attend the program that will follow at the Adrian optimist building.

Obituary- Russell Long

Russell H. Long, 57, Harrisonville, Missouri died Saturday, August 24, 2012. He was born October 21, 1954 in Independence, Missouri, a son of William H. and Violet (Cothern) Long. He was a 1973 graduate of Harrisonville High School. He is survived by his mother, Violet Long, East Lynne, Missouri, Three brothers, Vern Long, Harrisonville, Tim Long, Harrisonville, and Rick Long, Independence, Missouri. A sister, Sharon G. Walsh, Archie, Missouri. Cremation with no services scheduled at this time.

Rich Hill Police Department weekly report

Rich Hill Police Department Activity Report

August 20, 2012 to August 26, 2012

08-20-2012

ANIMAL AT LARGE

AGENCY ASSIST

08-21-2012

NOISE

SPEAK TO OFFICER

Bates County Sheriff's Department activity report

Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report

August 20, 2012 to August 26, 2012

08-20-2012

ANIMAL AT LARGE-SPRUCE

ABANDON VEHICLE-BUTLER

FOUL ODOR INVESTIGATION-PASSAIC

ANIMAL AT LARGE-BUTLER

SPEAK TO OFFICER-BUTLER

ANIMAL AT LARGE-BUTLER

ANIMAL NEGLECT-BUTLER

ANIMAL AT LARGE-SPRUCE

DRUNK DRIVER-BUTLER

AMBULANCE REQUEST-HUME

SPEAK TO OFFICER-HUME

LOCKED VEHICLE-RICH HILL

 

Vendors needed for Huckster's Day

Vendors can sign up now for the 2nd Annual Huckster's Day event. This event will be October 6 on the Butler Square. 

For more information please contact Jennifer at the Butler Chamber of Commerce 660-679-3380.

Butler Police Department activity report

Aug. 22nd
Animal complaint 300 block of W Ohio
Warrant service
Warrant check 300 block of E Dakota
Animal complaint Missouri and Water
Alarm Max Motors

Rich Hill back to voluntary water rationing

As of this morning the city of Rich Hill has been moved back to voluntary water rationing, as the mandatory order has been lifted.

Officials do ask that everyone continue to conserve water usage as much as possible.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

Keep food safe for tailgating

From Tammy Roberts, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Missouri Extension

 Football season is in full swing. When you think about football, tailgating often comes to mind. It can be just as important as the game for many people. The thing that is important about tailgating, other than having a great time, is to keep your food safe so you are healthy for the next game.

ButlerYouth Center can use your help...

Starting September 4 and on each Tuesday and Thursday throughout the school year, 75-80 kids a night will fill the Butler Youth Center at the old high school. Kelly Stark, manager of the Youth Center, says that they start each year with the basics needed to help the center run smoothly. “But that many kids can quickly deplete the supplies that we have on hand,” said Stark. “Just think what basic supplies you need for a family of 5 and then multiply that by 15!”

Friday night football scores

Holden 33, Nevada 28
Archie 46, Rich Hill 24
Butler 19, Adrian 0
Drexel 54, Appleton City 14
Cass Midway 20, Osceola 8
Sherwood 39, Pleasant Hope 25
Clinton 34, Warsaw 7
El Dorado Springs 28, Stockton 6

Burn ban in Adrian lifted until 9 p.m. this evening

Adrian Fire Chief Gary Dizney has temporarily lifted the city wide burn ban until 9 p.m. this evening. This will be an opportunity to burn leaves, limbs and other items that normally may be burned within city limits.

It's quickly drying out again- it is recommended you keep a garden hose handy and do not leave the fire unattended for any length of time.

The Adrian city wide burn ban will go back into effect at 9 p.m. this evening until further notice.

-our thanks to Chief Gary Dizney

Butler Farmer's Market open every Thursday

The Butler Farmer’s Market is open every Thursday afternoon from 3 to 5 pm ( weather permitting) . Local growers gather together to sell their fresh produce on the Butler Square, you will find such things as local Honey, produce, canned goods and baked goods…. Stop by the Farmer’s Market and support our local producers and growers! Every Thursday afternoon from 3 to 5 on the Butler Square.

-FM 92 the Bullet

Obituary - Donna J. McCoy

Donna Jean McCoy, 74, of Harrisonville, Missouri died Saturday, August 25, 2012 at her home. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, August 28, 2012 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, Missouri. The family will receive friends from 1;00-2:00 pm Tuesday at the Atkinson Chapel in Adrian. Burial will be in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care, 9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64114.

Donna Jean (Bishop) McCoy was born March 25, 1938 in Rainey, Missouri to James C. and Dimple (Bruce) Bishop. Donna accepted Christ in her life as a young woman. On June 12, 1954 she was united in marriage to Alvin Lee Thomas McCoy at her parents’ home in Collins, Missouri by Rev. E. Leo Balf. They were married for 58 years.

Donna and Alvin moved to the Archie, Missouri area in 1960. She worked as a nurse’s aide at the Bates County Hospital in Butler, MO for 5 years. She was a member of the Adrian Christian Church in Adrian.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, one grandchild, Joseph Patrick McCoy, twin great-grandsons, Matthew and Jordan Arnold and a son-in-law, Randy Reynolds. She is survived by her husband, Alvin of the home; five children, Jimmy McCoy of Butler, Missouri, David McCoy and wife, Regena, of Kansas City, Missouri, Janice McCoy of the home, Gary McCoy and wife, Tammy, of Butler, Missouri and Sandi Reynolds and Dave Lawson of Adrian, Missouri; three sisters, Evelyn Braden and husband, Bob, Sue Mitchell and husband, Dennis, all of Collins, Missouri and Carolyn Hibbs and husband, Don, of Windsor, Missouri; 16 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild. Donna will be missed by her family and friends.

Rich Hill under mandatory water ration order

The voluntary rationing order for Rich Hill has been escalated to a mandatory order as of today, as issued by the city superintendent. The Rich Hill water plant cannot keep up with the demands due to the drought- usage is limited to cooking, personal hygiene, laundry and sewage. Absolutely no outdoor watering is allowed. There will be a $500 fine for anyone using water outdoors such as filling pools, watering gardens or lawns.

The order will be in effect until further notice.

Drought assistance available

Nearly 100% of Missouri is now considered to be part of the nationwide 2012 drought disaster. Fortunately, there is help available through the USDA that includes emergency funding for livestock and crop producers.

More information is available on the USDA web site here http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?navid=DISASTER_ASSISTANCE

A grim reminder...

Dynamic Message Signs will provide weekly updates of Missouri fatalities.

JEFFERSON CITY - Motorists traveling across Missouri rely on MoDOT's electronic roadside message signs to provide important highway information. Starting Aug. 1, a new type of safety message will appear. The boards will report the number of people who died on Missouri roads so far this year, and the percentage of those people who were unbelted.

Legislative Process Comes Full Circle

From the desk of Senator David Pearce

We are just a few days away from Aug. 28, the date that most bills passed by the General Assembly during the legislative session and signed by the governor become law. This completes the legislative cycle for those bills whose journey began in January.

The reason Aug. 28 is the typical day for bills to take effect is that it is 90 days after the constitutional end of the legislative session (May 30). Occasionally, a bill will pass with an emergency clause, which means that it becomes effective upon receiving the governor’s signature. There are sometimes bills that have entirely different effective dates, like the beginning of the following year. This often occurs when the bill affects a state agency or another entity and time would be required to implement necessary changes.

News from Adrian Lanes

Adrian Lanes

BOWLING NEWS

Through August 25, 2012

Tuesday 7pm Summer Open

Yates Racing 39.0-25.0

Shadows Keepers 33.0-31.0

Adrian Lanes 33.0-31.0

Calvary Baptist 23.0-41.0

Aug 21: High Game: Dwight Robinson 241, Josh Yates 210, Greg Hilbus 203, Seth Rosekopf 202, Becky Saathoff 200, Mathew Bridges 200, Michael Bowman 199, Dee Ridley 190, Ted Bridges 170, Rochelle Robinson 167, Tom Rosekopf 158, Jim Ridley 149, Betty Wisdom 141, Jacob Saathoff 133, Shelby Sutton 114, David Timblin 109. High Series: Dwight Robinson 626, Dee Ridley 488. Season Complete. Next Week Fun Week. Season High Scores: Game: Mathew Bridges 279, Josh Yates 275, Dwight Robinson 260, Becky Saathoff 200, Dee Ridley 190, Rochelle Robinson 188. Series: Dwight Robinson 709, Mathew Bridges 706, Josh Yates 681, Becky Saathoff 531, Dee Ridley 500.

Adrian man behind bars after assault on Jasper County detective

Tyler Havens

The Bates County Sheriff's Office now has Tyler Havens, 19, in custody. Havens, whose last known address was in Adrian, now faces charges in two counties after an altercation with a police detective.

Authorities had been looking for Havens, who had active warrants in Bates County for probation violation. He now faces another set of charges as a Jasper County detective was questioning him in an identity theft case on August 16th and during questioning, the detective says Havens shoved him into a wall and hit him. The officer was treated for minor injuries.

Havens also faces charges of assault on a police officer, fleeing arrest, and endangering the welfare of a child.

It's unclear at this time if he will have to face the Bates County charges before being sent back to Jasper County.

Appleton City man seriously injured in morning accident

A single car accident on 52 Highway sent an Appleton City man to the hospital with serious injuries around 5:45 this morning. Dylan J. Sampson, 24, was driving a 1998 Ford Mustang westbound on 52 Highway when his vehicle struck a horse in the roadway just east of county road SE 13365. After impact, the vehicle left the roadway and traveled through a fence, coming to rest in a pasture.

Sampson was transported to St. John's Hospital by medical helicopter for treatment. MSHP trooper D.A. Jones was assisted at the scene by the Bates County Sheriff's Department and medical first responders.

Obituary - Wesley Leon Hawkins

Graveside services for Corky Hawkins will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Eldon Allen officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 10-11 a.m. at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555). Contributions to AME Methodist Church.

Wesley Leon Hawkins, age 78 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, August 23, 2012 at Medicalodge of Butler. He was born April 9, 1934 to Melvin and Etta Smith Hawkins in Butler.

Corky enjoyed visiting with family and friends, watching westerns on television and listening to R & B. Corky is survived by his daughter, Kathleen Shobe; one brother, Walter Wright and wife Millie of Butler, Missouri; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Charles, Jerry and Paul Wright; and a sister, Betty Cooper.

Wanted: Your Favorite Recipe

The Community Food Pantry would like to include your favorite recipe in our cookbook. All proceeds from the sale of the cookbook will go towards purchasing food for needy families in Bates County. Your typed recipe must be received on or before October 6, 2012. 

Please send your typed recipes to 709 West Ohio, Butler, MO 64730 or email to jefcfp@hotmail.com or drop it off at our booth during Butler’s Fall Festival on October 6th.

Rain is s l o w l y moving in our direction

Will we get rain? Most likely. There's a 20% chance tonight, 50% chance tomorrow, 70% chance tomorrow night and a 60% likelihood on Sunday.

You can view live radar by clicking here.

Post Office Goes Mobile...

I love things that make my life easier, put information at my fingertips, and help me save time and money. For years now, millions have used their computers to log onto usps.com to conduct their postal business, look up ZIP Codes, change their address, locate a Post Office, ship a package, and request a Free Package Pickup.

Now, many of those same services enjoyed on a home computer have been extended to mobile phones with internet access.

USPS Mobile gives you instant, on-the-go access to our most popular tools on usps.com, allowing you to:

• Find the closest Post Offices, Self-Service Ship and Mail Centers and collection boxes near you.
• Look up ZIP Codes.
• Use Track and Confirm to check the status of packages.
• Calculate postage price.
• Schedule a next-day Free Package Pickup.
• Order USPS supplies and have them delivered to your door.
• Scan the barcode on shipping labels using your phone’s camera.
• Request Hold Mail service to keep your mail safe if you plan on going away for a while.

You can find our mobile applications for iPhone, Android and BlackBerry phones at www.usps.com/mobile. Feature availability will vary by phone provider.

These applications are the latest in a series of enhancements, upgrades and solutions designed for Postal Service customers.

We want to continue our 237-year tradition of serving every American community, whether it’s at a Post Office, online, or on your mobile phone.

-our thanks to Tammy Cummings, OIC, Archie Post Office

Obituary - Cheyanna Hellwig Koshko

Funeral services for Cheyanna Hellwig Koshko will be 2 p.m. Sunday, August 26, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Cremation to follow services. The family will receive friends immediately following funeral services at Schowengerdt Chapel. Private family inurnment at later date. Contributions to Koshko Children Trust Fund c/o Kaleb Hellwig.

Cheyanna Marie Koshko, age 32 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, August 23, 2012 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born May 29, 1980 to Robert L and Carolyn Ann Brown Hellwig in Butler.

Cheyanna is survived by her parents, Bob and Carolyn Hellwig of Butler, Missouri; one son, Judd Weston Koshko of the home; one daughter, Reegan Ann Koshko of the home; one brother, Kaleb Burk Hellwig and wife Jody of Springfield, Illinois; maternal grandparents, LV Jr. and Marie Brown of Appleton City, Missouri; a nephew, Kie; and niece, Kinley; and uncles and aunts. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents.

Bears and Blackhawks tonight on FM 92.1

 Football tonight 7 pm live..... 

from Deaton-Thomas Field in Butler

Butler Bears vs Adrian Blackhawks....hear it as it happens!

FM-92 Radio 92.1

Dusk to Dawn Softball Tournament set for mid September

Butler Parks and Recreation will host a “ Dusk till Dawn” Co-Ed Softball Tournament in Mid- September. The cost of the 2 day tournament has been set at $125.00 per team with the dates set September 15th and 16th 2 p.m. till dawn (6 a.m.)

For more info contact the Butler Parks and Rec Office at 660-200-2062 for more information. 

Grass fires pose serious threat

From Butler Fire Chief Jim Henry

On Thur., Aug. 23 at approximately 11:57 A.M., the Butler Fire Dept. was dispatched to a field fire at CR 6002 @ CR 1003 N. of Butler. Mutual aid was requested from Adrian Fire Dept. for a brush truck.

On arrival, it was found that a 4-wheeler being used had caught fire, spreading to a field of corn stubble. High winds and low humidity caused rapid spread of the fire to the north. The fire burned approximately 100 bales of hay and several acres of pasture. At one point, the fire jumped State Rt. D east of Passaic.

Additional mutual aid was requested from Amsterdam Fire and Rich Hill Fire.

The last units left the scene at 4:05 P.M.

At approximately 3:17 P.M., a grass fire was reported at 422 S. Main in Butler. A brush unit from Rich Hill and tanker from Butler responded and extinguished this fire, which came dangerously close to structures. The last unit left the scene at approximately 3:38 P.M.

- Chief Jim Henry

On an editorial note, grass fires have become a huge, dangerous problem here in the midwest. As you may have heard, there have been many fires along roadsides with the primary cause being a cigarette tossed out the window.

There are other causes, too, including careless burning of trash, using bbq grills and just plain accidents. However, a few days ago it was reported that bottle rockets were being shot from a moving vehicle on 71 highway that started a string of fires from Adrian to Passaic. Fortunately, our local fire departments moved into action quickly before the fires could pose a threat to any structures. 

Some relief may come in the form of rain starting today through most of the weekend. However, the fire threat is sure to return shortly after.

Please use common sense in this dire situation. Our local firefighters and those who own property along our roadways really appreciate it.

Butler City Wide Clean Up begins Sept. 10th

FALL 2012 CITY WIDE CLEANUP

Butler, Missouri

Week of September 10 – September 14,
All houses North of Ft. Scott Street

Week of September 17 – September 21,
All houses South of Ft. Scott Street

The City of Butler, in cooperation with Bates County Disposal, will be conducting this citywide clean up for residential properties.

Bates County Disposal will pick up old furniture, appliances, paint, batteries and miscellaneous junk. The City of Butler will pick up your brush and limbs placed at the curb. You need to have your clean-up items or trash separate from your regular weekly trash but should still be at curbside. Brush needs to be in a pile separate from the rest of your trash and also placed at curbside. Leaves must be bagged in City of Butler leaf bags in order to be collected.

NOTE: This clean-up service is for residential properties only. We will NOT pick up tires or construction/building materials such as lumber, plywood or shingles. There is a one pickup load limit per household. Households with larger amounts must make special arrangements with Bates County Disposal by calling 679-5654. Items not picked up must be removed from the curb immediately.
PLEASE have your trash or brush ready at curbside by 6:00 a.m. on Monday of your clean-up week. They will not make return trips after they have completed a street. This is a free service provided by the City in the spring and fall of each year. Residents are reminded not to set out trash more than one week in advance or you may be subject to code enforcement action.

-FM 92 the Bullet

Butler Police Department Activity Report

Aug. 13
Disturbance Wal Mart parking lot
Trespassing Conoco
C and I Driver 100 block of E Atkinson
Fight 100 block of E Ft Scott
Disturbance 800 block of S High

Aug. 14
Alarm Taco Bell
Medical assist Bank of America
Disturbance 200 block of W Ft Scott
Disturbance Wal Mart
Keep the peace 300 block of N High

Aug. 15
Disturbance High and Adams
Accident High and Pine
Warrant service Probation and Parole office
Well being check 100 block of E Dakota
Trespassing Conoco
Medical assist 300 block of W Pine
Theft 300 block of E Dakota

Aug. 16
Auto theft 1100 block of W Ft Scott
Medical assist 600 block of E Jefferson
Recover Possible stolen items in 1000 block of W Ft Scott
Animal complaint 200 block of W Harrison

Aug. 17
Noise complaint 200 block of E Atkinson
Animal complaint Pine and Henry
Disturbance 800 block of Wixs Lane
Animal complaint 300 block of W Ohio
Harassment 400 block of S Main
Well being check 200 block of S Fulton

Aug. 18
Animal complaint 800 block of e Pine
Theft S 71 Storage
Medical assist 400 block of S Delaware
Animal complaint 400 block of N Fulton
Prowler Bus 71
Disturbance High and Lee

Aug. 19
Disturbance on OliveSt
Disturbance 300 block of W Harrison
Animal complaint 100 block of S Fulton
Auto theft 200 block of Country Club
Bike theft 100 block of E Ft Scott
Well being check 300 block of W Dakota
Disturbance at McDonalds
Disturbance Wal Mart parking lot
Disturbance 600 block of W Nursery
Animal complaint 500 block of N Austin
Dog theft 1100 block of N Orange

Aug. 20
Alarm Family Center
Animal complaint 700 block of Parkview
Animal complaint 400 block of N Havannah
Medical assist 400 block of S Delaware
Medical assist 800 block of N Main
Bike theft Grade School
Animal complaint 500 block of N Pine
Accident Wal Mart parking lot

The sky's the limit for airport open house Sept. 8th...

From the Butler city council meeting Tuesday evening

We'll open the Butler City Council news with word that the annual fall cleanup will start September 10th. They'll do the area north of Fort Scott Street in the first week, September 10th and will do the area south of Fort Scott Street in the 2nd week. But you really should not be putting out junk until the week before the cleanup.

In other news, the annual Open House at Butler Memorial Airport is going to be quite an exhibition, again this year. It's scheduled for Saturday, September 8th, from ten til two. Dennis Jacobs said pilots from all over will be either flying in or driving in, to take part.

115th Old Settler's Day deemed "best yet"

Old Settlers Day was held on Wednesday, August 22nd at the Old Butler High School with 155 persons attending. Peggy Buhr from the Bates County Museum presented a very exciting program that outlined many events that occurred in Bates County over the past few years.

The oldest man attending was Lyle Howard who is 100 years young. The oldest man born in Bates County was Emmett Berry who will be 100 on September 29th. The oldest woman born in Bates County was Thelma Wheatley who is 96 years of age. The longest married couple was Pete and Marion Eikenbary who have been married 74 years.

Cash awards were given to 15 couples who have been married 50 years or over and cash was awarded to 39 people who are 85 years and over.

Door prizes from area supporters were given to every attendee. The lunch at the First Christian Church was a great success with many people either eating in or carrying out their meal.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

Battle of Island Mound coming in late October

Battle of Island Mound State Historic Site’s dedication is being held in conjunction with the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Island Mound, which was the first time black soldiers engaged win combat during the Civil War. In conjunction with the dedication, activities will be held Saturday October 27th at the Bates County Museum in Butler.

The schedule of Events include a reception at 6 p.m. at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural heritage Center at 3700 Blue Parkway in Kansas city to include the Battle of island Mound Presentations at 7 p.m. Friday October 26th.

On Saturday October 27th, the Living History and Military Demonstrations will be held at the Battle of Island Mound state Historic Site from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the Dedication Ceremony at 11 a.m. The Battle of Island Mound State Historic Site is located eight miles southwest of Butler off of Highway “K” in Bates County. 

The event is sponsored by the Missouri state Parks and the Bates County Museum.

-FM 92 the Bullet

Adrian man escapes crash with minor injuries

An accident on southbound 71 highway just over a mile north of Passaic sent an Adrian man to the hospital with minor injuries just before 5 p.m. yesterday.

Clifford G. Polzin, 23, of Adrian was driving a 1993 Ford Bronco when a tire blowout caused him to lose control, strike an embankment causing the vehicle to overturn in a ditch on the right side of the roadway.

Cpl. Pate of the Missouri Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by Adrian Fire Department first responders and the Bates County Sheriff's Department. The MSHP report indicates Polzin was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident.

Circuit Court News

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS 

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE 

Diana L Rich, Clerk 

August 20-24, 2012 

St v. Thomas L Bridges, Felony distribution of controlled substance-N-Benzylpiperazine, Defe. Arraigned in Circuit Court.

St. vs. Christopher Leroy Foster, Felony non-support, Defe. Arraigned in Circuit Court.

St. v. Jeffrey D Flint, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetamines, Defe. Arraigned in Circuit Court.

St v. William Clyde Peace, Felony non support, reduced to Misd. Charge, found guilty, given SIS, placed on 2 years probation, to pay $250/month child support beginning 9-1-12, to have court costs paid by 10-15-12 or be here in Court, to obey all laws.

St v. Larry Dean Moore, Felony DWI, found guilty, sentenced to 3 years in MDOC, sentence to run concurrently with any other sentence currently serving.

St v. Marty W Beard, I: Felony resisting arrest—dismissed by State; II: Felony DWI—found guilty, III: Misd. Driving while suspended –dismissed, IV: Misd. C & I—dismissed; V: Failed to stop for stop sign—dismissed, sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation. Defe. To pay court costs including board bill, Defe. To attend and successfully complete counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. To get substance abuse treatment and aftercare, to attend AA, Defe. Shall enter and successfully complete Church Army Program. Defe. Subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall possession or consume alcoholic beverages or be in establishment where sold/served, Defe. To perform 200 hours of community service.

St. v. Marty W Beard, Felony DWI—guilty plea, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, sentence to run concurrently with other sentences, II: DWR—dismissed; pay court costs, same conditions as above, 200 hours of community service, etc.

St v. Marty W Beard, I: Felony DWI- guilty plea, II: Misd C & I—dismissed; sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, pay court costs, same conditions as above, 200 hours of community service, etc.

St v. Larry Dean Moore, Felony DWI, found guilty, sentenced to 3 years in MDOC to be served concurrently with any other sentences.

St v. Larry Dean Moore, probation revoked, sentence imposed of 6 mos. In County Jail with credit for time served, sentence to run concurrently with other sentences.

Kimberly A McCoy v Jeffrey D McCoy, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Shilenda M Melton v Terrence Michael Riley, Consent Full Order of Protection is entered.

Brenda Hook v Robert L Hook , Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Laura Beth Cantrell v Randy Lee Cantrell, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Dianna L Lott v Clifford L Test, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Amber N Smith v Jennifer L Cooper, Petition for Order of Protection hearing held, dismissed by Court after hearing issues.

Valerie D Gaylord v Eric K Gaylord, Dissolution of Marriage granted.

Robert R Bradley v James C Mc Donald, Petition for Order of Protection hearing held, dismissed by Court after hearing issues.

Obituary - Ann Catron

Graveside memorial services for Ann Catron will be 2 p.m. Friday, August 24, 2012 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler, Missouri. There is no visitation. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Beautiful Savior Nursing Home. Services under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler.

Ann Elizabeth Ramsey Catron, age 92 of Belton, Missouri died Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at Beautiful Savior Nursing Home in Belton. She was born August 10, 1920 to Washington Monroe and Waneta Rankin Ramsey in Butler, Missouri.

Ann is survived by one son, William “Bill” Catron and wife Carol of East Lynn, Missouri; a daughter, Judy Bestor of Raymore, Missouri; one brother, James Ramsey of Adrian, Missouri; and four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Junior Catron; and one brother, William Monroe Ramsey.

Dove season begins Sept. 1st

Dove hunters will need to be extra conscientious about safety this year, according to the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). The reasons include weather and the timing of opening day.
MDC Hunter Education Coordinator Tony Legg is urging hunters to review hunting safety measures that are especially important when hunting on specially managed dove fields.

“Having lots of hunters in one place increases the possibility of mishaps,” said Legg. “Under normal circumstances, opening day of dove season is probably the busiest hunting day of the year, other than deer and turkey seasons, and this year is not normal.”

For one thing, said Legg, opening day of dove season this year falls on a Saturday – Sept. 1. Most hunters will not have to take a day of vacation to enjoy the excitement of the dove opener.

Hunters must keep birds they kill separate and identifiable from those of other hunters. Having two or more hunters put their doves into one cooler or other container could violate this requirement unless they use individually identified bags or other means to keep the birds separate.

MDC lists the locations of managed dove fields at www.mdc.mo.gov/node/8905, or you can call the nearest MDC office and ask for information about dove fields in your area. The agency urges hunters to visit dove fields before the season to see if crops have matured.

Missouri’s dove hunting season runs from Sept. 1 through Nov. 9. Mourning, collared and white-winged doves all are legal. The limit is 15 doves of all three species in the aggregate daily and 30 in possession.
Dove hunters ages 16 through 64 must buy a Small Game Hunting Permit to pursue doves. All dove hunters 16 and older must have a Missouri Migratory Bird Hunting Permit for dove hunting.

Full details of dove hunting regulations are found in the 2012 Migratory Bird Hunting Digest, available wherever hunting permits are sold, at MDC offices or online at www.mdc.mo.gov/node/3641.

Spent shotgun shells are litter. Hunters who leave behind empty shells risk getting citations for littering.
Hunters must keep birds they kill separate and identifiable from those of other hunters. Having two or more hunters put their doves into one cooler or other container could violate this requirement unless they use individually identified bags or other means to keep the birds separate.

Old Settler's Reunion today...

The 115th annual Old Settler's Reunion will be held today at the old Butler high school. The program begins at 1 p.m.

Taste the flavors of past at Poplar Heights Farm

Poplar Heights Living History Farm will host a free tasting event featuring the heirloom fruits and vegetables they’ve grown here this year. The drought has not been kind to the tomato production but constant watering has kept everything going - some even in overwhelming abundance.
Popular Heights will have all sorts of dishes to try from simple to complex and all the tasting is free. Visitors can also built a lunch sandwich for $4.00 - either a bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich or a fresh side pork, lettuce and tomato sandwich both on artisan breads. They will have cucumber lemonade to drink.

A grant has been received from the Missouri Prairie Foundation and the main prairie garden is doing well. There will be a special ribbon cutting ceremony that day with Prairie Foundation members present.
The event will be held Saturday September 8th from 11 till 2 pm with free admission and samples and sandwiches sold for 4 dollars.

Directions: go east on H Highway to UU Highway, turn north and follow the signs. For Information call 660-679-0764, email:info@poplarheightsfarm.org see www.poplarheightsfarm.org

-our thanks to Melissa Phillips

Obituary - Melvin Smith

Melvin Leroy Smith, 84, Adrian, Missouri died Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at his home. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 24, 2012 at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian. (No visitation). Melvin will lie in state from 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Thursday, August 23 at the Atkinson Chapel in Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, Adrian or Heartland Hospice.

Butler R-V Teachers Trained in Bully Prevention and Identification

Casey Blau heads a class on bullying identification and
prevention for R-V teachers

Not In My School!: Butler R-V Teachers Trained in Bully Prevention and Identification

Butler R-V teachers were recently trained in bullying identification and prevention strategies. The training was provided by Casey Blau, a 17-year veteran educator from Nixa, MO, who specializes in bullying prevention education.

The reason for training R-V teachers is to respond to student and parent concerns over bullying. In a spring 2012 survey, Butler parents identified, “How students treat one another,” as the weakest performance area of the school district. Bullying was also the most mentioned subject in the comments area of the survey.

“We want to do the right thing for all of our students, and when our parents indicate that there is an issue, we will take steps to make this a better learning environment for everyone,” stated Butler Superintendent, Alan Stauffacher.

The training uses available research to inform teachers and students how to handle the situations which arise in different situations in the school day. “Punishing bullies is not sufficient to stop bullying. We must address those who bear the brunt of bullying, those who stand by and watch, and those who commit acts of bullying in order to understand how each contributes to that dynamic,” said Blau in his comments to the faculty. “Bullying is a habit and it takes a commitment to break that habit,” he added.

Teachers have already begun to implement the practices suggested by Blau, and both buildings have begun to explore ways to make the process work in Butler.

High School Principal Steve Hubbard said, “Casey’s presentation provided our staff with extra insights and talking points about bullies and bullying. One of the most important concepts for teachers, parents, and students is being able to discern what is bullying and what is not. Casey was able to share some skills and tools that teachers can use to empower our student body.”

If parents think their child may be involved in a bullying situation, Elementary Principal Stacey Lawson says, “Parents need to listen to their child. If they have concerns, they need to let the child’s teacher or school administration know.”

Bates County Sheriff's Department activity report

Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report

August 13, 2012 to August 19, 2012

08-13-2012

CARELESS & IMPRUDENT DRIVING-71Hwy

THEFT-Amsterdam Bates County Deputies responded to the rural Amsterdam area in regards to a theft in progress.

SPEAK TO OFFICER-Rich Hill

WANTED SUBJECT-Butler Deputies took a female in to custody at the Bates County Courthouse, 1 N. Delaware, Butler, MO for a 24-hour investigative hold for 2nd degree assault.

SPEAK TO OFFICER-Rich Hill Deputies took a report of an assault that occured earlier.

SPEAK TO OFFICER-Butler Bates County Deputies seized controlled substances from a vehicle.

SPEAK TO OFFICER-Butler Deputies responded to a call of property damage in rural Butler.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY / VEHICLE / PERSON-Appleton City

AGENCY ASSIST-Butler

SPEAK TO OFFICER-Butler

GUN SHOTS HEARD / OBSERVED-TTHwy

 

Obituary - John Douglas Morgan

Memorial services for John Morgan will be 2 p.m. Friday, August 24, 2012 at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, Missouri. No visitation. Services under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri.

John Douglas Morgan, age 60 of Butler, Missouri, died Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Medicalodge Nursing in Butler. He was born November 12, 1951 to Joseph Clyde and Evadean Anders Morgan in Salt Lake City, Utah.

John is survived by two sons, Shawn Morgan and wife Tousha and Eric Morgan and wife Daniella, all of Adrian, Missouri; two brothers, Daniel Kelsey and wife Teri of Dickinson, Texas and James Kelsey and wife Danita of Hutchinson, Kansas; two sisters, Cindy Woodsworth of Crown Point, Indiana and Susan Morgan of Cheney, Kansas; six stepbrothers, Lloyd Kelsey of Buhler, Kansas, Dwayne Kelsey of Rochester Hills, Michigan, Donald “Pete” Kelsey of Hutchinson, Kansas, Eugene Kelsey of Ottawa, Kansas, Richard Kelsey and Robert Kelsey of Burton, Kansas.

Obituary - Diana Casida

Funeral services for Diana Casida will be 2 p.m. Thursday, August 23, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler, Missouri. Contributions to American Cancer Society.

Diana Rose Casida, age 53 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Research Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born July 12, 1959 to Lindsey Ray and Laura Lester Elder in Ottawa, Kansas.

Diana is survived by her husband, Michael Casida of Butler, Missouri; one son, Bobby Turner of Montana; six daughters, April Dawn Kobel and husband David of Ottawa, Kansas, Christina Lynn Casida of Butler, Missouri, Laura Marie Fletcher and husband Paul of Pleasanton, Kansas, Jessica Ann McIntosh and husband Charles of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Ashley Casida and Angela Casida, both of Butler, Missouri; her mother, Laura Elder of Butler, Missouri; two brothers, Lindsey Elder of Montana and Walter Elder of Butler, Missouri; five sisters, Patty Sheler and husband Clifford of Ottawa, Kansas, Alice Callahan and husband Jerry of Virginia, Joyce Elder of Nevada, Missouri, Barbara McDaniel and husband Roy of Harrisonville, Missouri and Frances Pearsall and husband Irvin of Montana; and ten grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father; and one grandson, Michael Ray Casida III.

Local firefighters assist in Cass county

A large grass fire near 331st street and W highway in Cass county has required the assistance of the Adrian and Drexel fire departments.

So far a large barn has been consumed in the blaze. It is unknown what other structures are in danger at this time.

Circuit Court news

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS 

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE 

Diana L Rich, Clerk 

August 13 - 17, 2012

James R Parnell v Brenda I Parnell, Dissolution of Marriage granted.

Samantha M Fletcher v Jordan B Fletcher, Dissolution of Marriage granted.

Mark L Corn v Kelly L Corn, Dissolution of Marriage granted.

Adam Mark Hill v Joanna Sue Hill, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

St v. Jamie L Zempel, I: Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/meth; II: Misd. Possession of controlled substance, marijuana, III: Misd. Speeding, set for 8-20-12.

St v. Caroline K Hoover, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/meth, set for 9-17-12.

St v. Kenneth J Hays, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/meth, set for 9-17-12.

Laura Beth Cantrell v Randy Lee Cantrell, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

St v Michael W Cerutti, Felony conspiracy to murder, set for 8-20-12.

St v. Delbert W Cook, Felony possession of marijuana/methamphetamines, set for 9-17-12.

Arlin VanVoorst v Vicky VanVoorst, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Amsterdam Jubilee 2012 schedule

“THIS IS MY TOWN” 

Amsterdam, MO Jubilee 

September 21st & 22nd 

Friday, September 21st
5:00 pm Dinner Sponsored by Welborn’s Thriftway, Amsterdam Café and Friendship Club.
5:00 – 8:00pm Live Music by Dave and Beth Irvin

Saturday, September 22nd
6:30 – 9:30 am Pancake Breakfast @ Community Building (served by Masonic Lodge # 141)
7:00 am Booth Setup
8:30 – 9:00 am Pie and Kids Bakeoff Registration
9:00 am Baby Contest Registration $3 per baby 0-24 months
9:00 am Pie Contest and Kids Bakeoff
10:00 am Parade ( Registration and Line up at 9:00 am)
Pie Auction After Parade (Larry Cumpton Auctioneer)
11:00 am Baby Contest
11:00 am Register for Car show and USACI Car Audio Contest ( in park) For more info call Kelly 913-837-0475
11:30 am Horse Shoe Contest (in park) $10 per head, Double elimination, Blind Draws doubles. - Chet Adkins
Noon Car Show and Audio Contest Judging.
1:00 pm Pet Show $1 per animal entry
1:30- 4:00 pm Scavenger Hunt $5 for a team of 4
3:00 pm Bessie Bingo $10 a Square
4:30 Greased Pig $2 entry Fee
6:00pm Talent Show $5 individual and $10 group
7:00 pm Crowning
D.J. Jamie Barnes will be playing from 3-5
8:00 – Midnight Street Dance Live Music by Down in Flames $3 a person $5 a Couple (Must be 18 with ID)

For Information Call
Kim Huebert 660-679-5909 or Pam Johnston 660-200-2040 you can also email us at amsterdamjubilee@yahoo.com  heck out our facebook page Amsterdam Jubilee Committee

Utilizing Our State’s Natural Beauty

From the desk of Senator David Pearce

Even though the official end of summer is still some weeks away, the season’s major events are winding down. However, there is still plenty of great weather to enjoy and many outdoor activities available in and around the beautiful conservation areas in Missouri.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) maintains hundreds of parcels of land, either owned or leased by the MDC, across the Show-Me State. These conservation areas, by definition, are public land, much like parks. The main difference is that the purpose of conservation land is to provide local wildlife with a natural habitat and Missouri’s citizens a place to experience nature and outdoor recreation. There are a number of these areas and river accesses within the 31st Senatorial District.

News from Adrian Lanes

Adrian Lanes

BOWLING NEWS

Through August 18, 2012

Tuesday 7pm Summer Open

Yates Racing 38.0-22.0

Shadows Keepers 32.0-28.0

Adrian Lanes 30.0-30.0

Calvary Baptist 20.0-40.0

    Aug 14: High Game:  Dwight Robinson 222, Josh Yates 216, Mathew Bridges 192, Dee Ridley 174, Jim Ridley 171, Becky Saathoff 168, Chelsey Yates 167, Ted Bridges 163, Tom Rosekopf 157, Rochelle Robinson 153, Dana Rosekopf 149, David Timblin 143, Shelby Sutton 135, Betty Wisdom 132, Jacob Saathoff 128.  High Series: Dwight Robinson 619, Dee Ridley 471. 

Wednesday 7pm “Tough Shot”

Slow Starters 238.0-152.0

Miasis Dragon 230.5-159.5

Carroll Chiroprac 203.5-186.5

Whatever 176.5-213.5

Mel’s Team 170.0-220.0

Tough What ? 151.5-238.5

    Aug 15:  High Game: Vicki Bergerhofer 268, John McCoy 259, Scott Williams 257, Nick Perkins 230, Mat Bridges 222, Robert Greer 214, Claude Billingsley 200, Melanie Foster 173, Mellenie Estes 162, Kelly Wernex 158. High Series: Scott Williams 707, Nick Perkins 655, John McCoy 672, Vicki Bergerhofer 646.  40 ft USBC “Blue #2”.

Friday Nooners

    Aug 17:  High Game:  Don Chulufas 205, Chuck Wyatt 198, Robin Atkin 186, Dale Smith 178, Mim Jackson 175, Ross Wainscott 172, Steve Atkin 171, Wesley Merritt 164, Sue Merritt 162, Betty Smith 148, Troy Burton 148, Lorraine Kershner 147, Eva Adams 134, Tom Dayringer 126. High Series:  Don Chulufas 542, Robin Atkin 505.

Moderate injuries in pickup vs grain truck accident

An accident at the intersection of county road 6002 and Route J in western Bates county sent one person to Bates County Memorial Hospital with moderate injuries. According to the report, a 1995 Chevrolet S-10 driven by Douglas M. Ellis, 38, of Mountain Grove was struck by a grain truck driven by Richard D. Gaylord, 38, of Butler at the intersection just after 3 p.m. today.

The report indicates Ellis was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident. The Missouri Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by the Amsterdam Fire Department and the Bates County Sheriff's Department.

Butler yearbooks to be distributed Aug. 22nd...

Attention Butler R-V Parents:

The 2011-2012 yearbook will be distributed on Wednesday, Aug. 22. Last year's seniors may pick up theirs before or after school after this day...not before. If someone is unable to pick the book up, please call Mrs. Behringer at 679-6121 or email to carmen.behringer@butler.k12.mo.us to make arrangements. If there is a sibling still in school, the yearbook will be sent home with them on Wednesday.

Order forms for the 2012-2013 were in the students information from last Friday. The sooner you purchase, the less the book costs.

-thanks to Carmen Behringer

Rich Hill Kern Center Fund Raising Breakfast September 8th

The Rich Hill Kern Center will host a County Breakfast September 8th at the Center. Everyone is invited to enjoy a wholesome breakfast before they hit the Butler City Wide Garage Sales! Breakfast will be served from 7 am until the food is gone, a free will donation to support the needs of the Center will be appreciated. Breakfast will include sausage, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, coffee and juice.

Security Bank to open branch in Butler

Jim Elsenshon of Security Bank of Rich Hill, Hume and Rockville announces the opening of a branch on the Butler Square. The former Bates County National Bank location will soon re-open as Security Bank and again generate traffic on the square.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

Pack Healthful Lunches for School

From Tammy Roberts, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Missouri Extension 

During elementary school or roughly between the ages of 6 and 12 children grow one to two feet and nearly double their weight. “A healthful lunch contributes to that growth and development” said Tammy Roberts from University of Missouri Extension. “It is also an important factor in your child having enough energy to have a successful day at school and the ability to learn.”

Children are much more likely to eat their lunch if they have helped to plan or pack it. Make sure they get a good sources of protein, calcium, whole grains when possible, and a fruit and vegetable each day. There are many healthful choices that your child can choose from:

Obituary - Clarence "Junior" Nichol

Junior's wishes were to be cremated. Private family inurnment at a later date at Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri. Arrangements, Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) Butler, Missouri.

Clarence Robert Nichol Jr., age 62 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, August 16, 2012 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. He was born March 6, 1950 to Clarence Robert Sr. and Sarah Rachel Myers Nichol in Adrian, Missouri.

“Junior” is survived by his wife, Sherry Nichol of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Shawn Nichol of Butler, Missouri and Russell Nichol and wife Keri of Independence, Missouri; two brothers, Richard Nichol and wife Nita of Adrian, Missouri and Gary Nichol and wife Betty of Archie, Missouri; one sister, Mary Lou Tyler and husband Lester of Adrian, Missouri; and four grandchildren, Savana, Jewelia, Jasmine and Jackson. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Linda Kay Mincheff.

Local youth goes out of his way to help food pantry...

The Butler community water drive has been a huge success…. After teenager, Ryan Dancer of Amoret, heard about the need for bottled water at the Food Pantry… he went into high gear and created a drive for donations by asking businesses to contribute $4 dollars for a case of water. He then picked up the donated cash and made trips to purchase the water himself and deliver to the Pantry.  The water drive has already made available over 50 cases of bottled water for those in need. Thank you to those generous enough to contribute. 

And a  big thank you goes to Ryan for contributing to the community with his time and energy. If you would like to donate to the cause, contact Ryan at 660-925-3233

House fire near Amsterdam deemed a controlled burn

Around 7:30 this morning a large column of smoke appeared on the horizon near the Miami school and early reports indicated that a house was completely involved in fire. Mid America Live has spoken to the owner of the property and found that it was intentionally set by the homeowner as the structure was in serious disrepair.

Local fire departments were notified of the burn and no injuries or other property damage was reported.

Prepping Pastures for Next Year

“The most economical forage harvesters you have are livestock. They don’t need diesel and they drive themselves,” says Pat Miller, University of Missouri Extension Agronomy specialist. She recommends producers start planning now to increase their forage for next year. It has been noted that low fertility fields are more likely to have stands reduced following a drought. So once we have enough rain to allow the soil to be probed, Miller suggests taking a soil test. A good test consists of 20 to 30 six-inch cores taken from the field and mixed together. For more information, see guide MU Extension guide sheet G9217. Many pastures receive only nitrogen fertilizer annually and, over time, phosphate and potash levels go down. 

Get your booth now for the Amsterdam Jubilee...

The Amsterdam Jubilee will be held Saturday September 22nd. If you would like to rent booth space for the Arts and Crafts Festival contact Pam at 660-200-2040 or Kim at 660-679-5909.

Booths rent for $25.00 with electricity and $20.00 without electricity and are 10 x 10 feet.  For more information send an email to amsterdamjubilee@yahoo.com.

More information, including this year's Jubilee schedule will be posted in the near future.

Butler City Wide Garage Sale Sept. 8th

The Butler City Wide Garage Sale date is set for September 8th in Butler. All Garage Sales must register with the Chamber of Commerce by the map publication date of August 22nd. The cost for a Garage Sale Permit is $10.00. 

Maps will be published with all sale in the area and ready for pick up before the sale date. More information will be available by clicking the Community Calendar link at the top of the Mid America Live home page.

Meet the Butler Bears tonight...

The Butler Bear Backers invite you to the Butler City Park for a meet and greet… All of the Butler Bear Players will be at the City Park to sign autographs. The FCCLA will be serving Brats and Hot dogs and Cookies for five dollars…. It all happens at 6 p.m. tonight at the Butler City Park. 

The first Butler Bears game will hit the field Friday night August 24th as they play the Adrian Blackhawks on home turf.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

Body of missing Overland Park man found near Amsterdam

The body of an Overland Park Kansas man missing for nearly a week was located this afternoon near Amsterdam. The Missouri Highway Patrol and the Bates County Sheriff's Department were alerted of a red Toyota Highlander in a field just east of Amsterdam on J highway, and upon arrival found the body of 66-year-old David Dotson inside.

A Silver Alert was issued for Dotson on August 9 when he went missing from his home. His family was concerned because he was an insulin-dependent diabetic.

Dotson regularly came to the area to fish and visit with friends. Obituary information will be posted as it becomes available.

Appleton City city wide garage sale coming mid September

The Appleton City wide garage sale date is set for September 15th in Appleton City and those wanting to participate with a garage sale must register with the City Hall August 27th through September 7th.

Registration will get your information on the Appleton City wide garage sale maps. The maps will be available by September 14th at the Appleton City Food Fair, T-G Variety store, Casey’s and Frost Tire in Appleton City.

-FM 92 the Bullet

Notes from R-V school board meeting this week

Board Summary 

Tax Rate Hearing and August Regular Board of Education Meeting 

The Butler R-V School Board conducted a Tax Rate Hearing at 6:15 p.m. August, 13th. The board approved the following rates to be levied: General Fund, $3.8394; Debt Service, $.78; and Capital Projects, $.21. Rates approved by the board remained the same as the previous year. Meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

Regular Meeting

New Business:

Tina Simmons (OPPA) presented to the board the new regulations for school lunches. The lunch menus will be regulated by caloric intake and there will be no deserts on the menu. The students will have more choices of fruits and vegetables.

The board gave permission to the Bear Backers to begin fund raising for the purpose of hosting football games on the new field in fall of 2013. A priority list of items that would need to be completed before contests could be held included: goal posts, speaker system, score boards, and 25 second clocks.

Dr. Stauffacher reported that the district would be forming a Strategic Planning Committee that would be establishing the long-term needs of the district. Larry Anderson agreed to be the board’s representative. The committee will be comprised of staff members, board members, members from the community, parents and students. The committee will meet up to four times this coming year to gather input and create a long-term plan for the district.

The board set the next meeting to be on September, 21.

The board decided not to place portable toilets at the district track site at this time.

Closed Session:

The board accepted the resignation of Joann Bell and Peter Hoegfeldt.
The board hired Lynette Clover as school nurse.
The board hired Alan Stauffacher as J.V. Basketball Coach.