Saturday, April 21, 2012
Adrian Promenade this afternoon...
Friday, April 20, 2012
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Through April 15,
2012
Sun 6pm Open
Hanuman 28.0-20.0
Butler Pharmacy 27.0-21.0
Got Wisdom 26.0-22.0
OOPS !! 25.0-23.0
Shadows Keepers 22.0-22.0
Kershner Heat-AC 21.0-15.0
All-in-the Family 20.0-28.0
D & B Trucking 18.0-30.0
Apr 15: High Game: Camie Kagarice 234, Don Chulufas 213,
Robert Greer 212, Mike McQuinn 212, Dwight Robinson 211, Kyle Osborn 203, Barb
Chulufas 202, Pam Crowden 200, Chris Dillon 193, Monika Grosshart 191, Lisa
McQuinn 156. High Series: Camie Kagarice 634, Robert Greer
612, Monika Grosshart 536, Pam Crowden 514.
Roll-Off April 22, between Butler Pharmacy &
Hanuman
Multi car accident north of Butler
The accident is at TT highway overpass on 71 highway. More information will be made available soon.
Senate Advances Bill Helping Failing School Districts
Jefferson City – A measure to help students trapped in a failing school district was given final passage by a 33-1 vote in the Missouri Senate yesterday, April 19. Senate Bill 677, sponsored by Sen. David Pearce, R-Warrensburg, cuts the waiting period between declaring a school district unaccredited and the Missouri State Board of Education taking over governance of the district.
“When a school district loses accreditation, it can have a major impact on those students’ futures,” said Sen. Pearce. This legislation gives the Missouri State Board of Education the opportunity to step in so we can offer our children an education that will lead to a brighter future.”
When a school district fails to meet the standards to become accredited, provisions in the bill allow the Missouri State Board of Education to appoint a replacement board for the district. By removing the two-year waiting period, there can be a quicker transition in beginning the process of regaining the district’s accreditation. The measure also gives power to the state board to set a specific length of time to reach improvement or be recertified as unaccredited, keeping the district under the board’s supervision.
Pearce said, “We have seen in the Kansas City School District how the continued change in leadership prevents the district from correcting the problems in the classroom. If a failing school district is to move forward, there must be continuity in the board and its policies.”
There is also a provision in the bill to repeal the requirement that unaccredited or provisionally accredited districts must develop a plan to divide up the district should accreditation not be recovered within three years.
“Our children should not have to sacrifice their educational opportunities because a school district cannot meet the standards set for our classrooms,” said Senate Leader Robert Mayer, R-Dexter. “Every student in Missouri should have the access to a world-class education, and this is one reform the Senate is working on to make sure that happens.”
SB 677 is part of the Senate’s broader discussion this session on needed reforms to the state’s education system. Those measures include ensuring funding and resources are available for school districts.
The bill now moves to the House for its consideration and contains an emergency clause, taking effect immediately upon the governor’s signature. To learn more about this bill and other education bills or to track its progress, visit www.senate.mo.gov.
“When a school district loses accreditation, it can have a major impact on those students’ futures,” said Sen. Pearce. This legislation gives the Missouri State Board of Education the opportunity to step in so we can offer our children an education that will lead to a brighter future.”
When a school district fails to meet the standards to become accredited, provisions in the bill allow the Missouri State Board of Education to appoint a replacement board for the district. By removing the two-year waiting period, there can be a quicker transition in beginning the process of regaining the district’s accreditation. The measure also gives power to the state board to set a specific length of time to reach improvement or be recertified as unaccredited, keeping the district under the board’s supervision.
Pearce said, “We have seen in the Kansas City School District how the continued change in leadership prevents the district from correcting the problems in the classroom. If a failing school district is to move forward, there must be continuity in the board and its policies.”
There is also a provision in the bill to repeal the requirement that unaccredited or provisionally accredited districts must develop a plan to divide up the district should accreditation not be recovered within three years.
“Our children should not have to sacrifice their educational opportunities because a school district cannot meet the standards set for our classrooms,” said Senate Leader Robert Mayer, R-Dexter. “Every student in Missouri should have the access to a world-class education, and this is one reform the Senate is working on to make sure that happens.”
SB 677 is part of the Senate’s broader discussion this session on needed reforms to the state’s education system. Those measures include ensuring funding and resources are available for school districts.
The bill now moves to the House for its consideration and contains an emergency clause, taking effect immediately upon the governor’s signature. To learn more about this bill and other education bills or to track its progress, visit www.senate.mo.gov.
More good than bad news...
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| Say "buh bye" to another 50+ year old bridge in Bates County |
Back to the good news- it seems like work on the Miami creek bridge went pretty quickly and weather permitting, should be the same at Willow Branch.
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| JUST OPENED TODAY the new bridge on 18 highway at Miami Creek east of Merwin |
Double Whammy Basketball Tournament: “Goals” Met for the Adrian Project Prom Committee
By Kellie Case
This past Saturday wrapped up week two of Adrian Project Prom's Double Whammy 3 on 3 Basketball Tourney at the Adrian High School gym. With all the basketball goals lowered, and bleachers pushed in, space was made for fours games to run simultaneously. Spectators sat on risers on the stage but otherwise had the option of sitting in folding chairs around the perimeter of the gym.......at their own risk!
All this fun began Saturday, April 7th at 9am with a total of 21 teams in the high school and 19 & up divisions. That's three more than the year before. Between both weekends, players came from all over: Drexel, Cleveland, Butler, Creighton, Archie, Louisburg, Lee's Summit, Urich, Osceola, Amsterdam, Hume, Appleton City and Harrisonville........and of course Adrian. After rounds of pool play the teams went into a double elimination bracket, guaranteeing each team a minimum of six games. At the end of a hard day of play, it was a group of women from the Drexel area called the Lady Cats that took first place in the women's division: Adrianne Lane, Casey White, Amy Music, Mallori Russell, and Annora Smith. Adrianne's husband, Alan Lane and his group won the the mens division that included Josh White, Matt Kleinmann, and Blake Seba. It was the Fighting Frogs, composed of Brian Fregeau, Taylor Ayres, Zach Crumpley (all students from Midway) that captured the win in the high school boys division.
The excitement continued the following week when it was unclear whether there would be a second half of the tournament or not. And then the registration more than doubled in less than 48 hours to 19 teams! T-shirts, designed by Michael Schlotman, were ordered at the last second and delivered on time by screen printers Mike and Amy Hinkle of Gamibo Graphics in Cleveland, Mo. The first game of the day started at 1:20pm and ended in the 8 o'clock hour. The winners of the 5th-6th grade divisions, boys and girls, were all from Butler. The girls creatively called themselves the Natural Disasters: Hally Dolbow, Beth Davis, and Sierra Reynolds. The Lasers took first on the boys side: Cody Gabriel, Stephen Foote, Eli Brockman, and Jake Melton. But it was grandpa, Randy Kershner, that gets the credit for naming the team! In the junior high division it was Mallory Moles and two of her friends from Osceola, Breanna Wood, and Ally Burrow that went undefeated! Hayden Derry, Zach Burch, Zeph Smith, and Kaleb Kauffman, otherwise known as the Thunder, took home the proverbial gold, or in this case the $80 registration fee.
The committee set a few goals in the beginning: 1.) to provide a fun and entertaining activity in a small town where there sometimes isn’t much going on for kids to do. 2.) to deliver a quality tournament to players despite the fact we are still in a “growing” phase, making improvements as we go. 3.) and to make some money in the process. Thanks to all the volunteers and team participation we have met our goals and consider the tournament a slam dunk!
Senator David Pearce Honored with Friend of Education Award
Senator David Pearce, R-Warrensburg, was recently honored by the Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA) for his service to public education. He was one of eight individuals to receive the association’s Friend of Education award. Dr. Deborah Orr, Superintendent of Warrensburg Schools, presented the award to Sen. Pearce at Ridge View Elementary School. During his visit, Sen. Pearce had the opportunity to read to second grade students and answer questions.
“It is wonderful to be honored with the Friend of Education Award,” said Sen. Pearce. “The education of Missouri’s students is one of my top priorities, and I will continue to support and protect it.”
School officials appreciated Sen. Pearce’s visit and were pleased to present him with the award for his efforts.
“It is wonderful to be honored with the Friend of Education Award,” said Sen. Pearce. “The education of Missouri’s students is one of my top priorities, and I will continue to support and protect it.”
School officials appreciated Sen. Pearce’s visit and were pleased to present him with the award for his efforts.
"Arsenic and Old Lace" on stage this weekend
The Ballard High School drama club is proud to present the classic "Arsenic and Old Lace" play tomorrow evening at the Ballard high school. Enjoy a spaghetti dinner at 6 p.m. with the curtain to open at 7:30.
Tickets are available for $9.00 for adults, $6.00 for school children, pre-school: no charge----available through the senior class members and their sponsor, Ms. Powell. Tickets for just the play will be available at the door-----$4.00 for adults and $2.00 for students.
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Bus lane changes coming at Butler grade school
Notes from this week's Butler R-V school board meeting
Agenda was approved
Election Results were approved. Jim Herrell, 323; Brad Davis, 264; Bill Radford, 242; Lindy Mailen, 82.
Newly elected officers took the Oath of Office
Officers were elected: Bryan Tippie, President; Brad Stephens, Vice President; Larry Anderson, Secretary; Darin Wainscott, Treasurer.
New Business:
Mr. Heath Oates made a presentation on Federal Programs.
The board approved a land donation of 5 feet from Dick Sutton that is on the west side of the elementary.
The board reviewed parent surveys. The district fared very well receiving above a four on a five point positive rating scale in all area except one, which involved how students treat each other. It was decided that the district would adopt a goal of reducing bullying which came from the surveys as a concern.
The board reviewed a proposal to improve bus loading and unloading procedures at the elementary. It was decided to make it a priority to move the west playground fence parallel with the multipurpose building and use the west side of the building as a bus lane. This would help breakup congestion around High Street where students are dropped off by buses, parents pickup and drop off students, and walkers are sent home. The total costs would be $12,000 to move the fence, build a sidewalk, and create a bus lane.
The board also reviewed a list of Capital Projects for the district to prioritize. Those included: Bus loading improvements, sidewalk running next to High Street, fixing the asphalt on the playground, slurry coating the east lot at the high school, replacing stage curtain in the auditorium, and replacing a wrestling mat. These items were prioritized in order and will be reviewed when final costs are available.
The board reviewed a teacher evaluation document tool presented by the administration.
Closed Session:
The board accepted the resignations of Tressa Fleischer, Brandi Hill, Kasi Bland and Alyson Bland.
The board approved the Classified Employee list.
The board approved a list of co-curricular activity assignments.
-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
Your weekend planner
Today
Partly cloudy in the morning, then mostly cloudy with a chance of a thunderstorm and a chance of rain. High of 79. Breezy. Winds from the West at 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 30 mph shifting to the SSW in the afternoon. Chance of rain 20%.
SaturdayClear in the morning, then partly cloudy. High of 64. Winds less than 5 mph.
Buddy Bass Tournament "Fishing for a Cure" for info call 417-395-2770 or 395-4808
Sunday
Clear. High of 77. Winds from the West at 5 to 10 mph shifting to the North in the afternoon.
Partly cloudy in the morning, then mostly cloudy with a chance of a thunderstorm and a chance of rain. High of 79. Breezy. Winds from the West at 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 30 mph shifting to the SSW in the afternoon. Chance of rain 20%.
Show Me Green Tax Holiday begins, runs through April 25th
"Taking Control" of diabetes seminar at BCMH 6:30 p.m.
Friday
Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain in the morning, then partly cloudy. High of 61. Breezy. Winds from the North at 15 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 20%.
Deadline to order cinnamon rolls- for info call the Butler Senior Center at 660-679-5830
Friday
Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain in the morning, then partly cloudy. High of 61. Breezy. Winds from the North at 15 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 20%.
Deadline to order cinnamon rolls- for info call the Butler Senior Center at 660-679-5830
Deadline to register for Butler city wide garage sale- register at the chamber office or at the News Express office
Simms family fundraiser yard sale in the Butler Community of Christ Church parking lot
SaturdayClear in the morning, then partly cloudy. High of 64. Winds less than 5 mph.
Buddy Bass Tournament "Fishing for a Cure" for info call 417-395-2770 or 395-4808
Miami Project Prom softball tournament at the school ball field
Butler Promenade begins at 4 p.m., be inside the BHS gym by 3:45 p.m.
Adrian Promenade begins at 4:30 p.m. at the gym
Adrian Promenade begins at 4:30 p.m. at the gym
Appleton City Promenade starts at 6 p.m. at the Appleton City Manor
Simms family fundraiser yard sale in the Butler Community of Christ Church parking lot
Gardening class at Poplar Heights Farm 1 to 3 p.m. for info call 660-679-0764
Ballard school play "Arsenic and Old Lace" dinner starts at 6 p.m., play starts at 7:30
Ballard school play "Arsenic and Old Lace" dinner starts at 6 p.m., play starts at 7:30
Sunday
Clear. High of 77. Winds from the West at 5 to 10 mph shifting to the North in the afternoon.
"Miles for Hope" walk/run starts at 9 a.m., registration begins at 8 a.m. at the Butler City Park.
Monday
Adrian City Wide Clean up for residences north of Main street.
Nikkie Leake of the American Cancer Society will be at BCMH 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
If you would like something added to the weekend planner, send us an email at bateswire@hotmail.com
New council members take oath
Notes from the Butler City Council meeting Tuesday night...
In Butler City Council news, councilmen took the traditional oath of office at this week's meeting...David Brown from Ward One...Thom Burg, Ward Two...Terry Agnew in Ward Three...and Brian Boyd, Ward Four. Terry Agnew was the only new council person, replacing Jim Fisher. And Mayor Don Malan named David Brown to be Mayor Pro-tem, meaning that he would act as mayor upon the absence of Malan at meetings.
On other items in the hopper, there was lots of talk at several meetings, but no final action was taken. They talked about the needs of the waste-water treatment plant, as well as the sewer user fee increase that's being considered, and the meeting concerning environmental impact created by some projects was talked, and although no official action was taken, it's generally felt that work the city is considering will have a positive effect, rather than any negative problems.
Dana Bridges was at the meeting, and was told that the city has already begun work on the Trail of Memories extension, at the city's expense...
And that study to increase the sewer user fees to finance proposed improvements and to fund operational costs for the treatment plant and collection system, still needs more study. These are expensive needs, and aren't taken lightly.
The Council also discussed a possible rezoning of property on West Fort Scott Street, one owned by Al Hellebyck at 904 West Fort Scott, and it was decided to have a public hearing May 8th to consider this and the other properties located on the north side of Fort Scott Street, going east from Rice Road to Prospect Avenue.
This is action whose time has come, because of the growth of Butler in that direction, but the Council likes to "look before it leaps," as the saying goes. Again, that public meeting is set for May 8th.
The demolition of 43 structures around Butler that are considered unsafe, is far enough along for the City to go for grant funding. At this time, 23 owners have agreed to demolition, and the Council had felt that if at least 20 were in agreement, that they would go for a grant to help on the expense.
That's the Butler City Council picture at this time...You're welcome to attend any Council meeting...the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at seven p.m., upstairs at City Hall.
In Butler City Council news, councilmen took the traditional oath of office at this week's meeting...David Brown from Ward One...Thom Burg, Ward Two...Terry Agnew in Ward Three...and Brian Boyd, Ward Four. Terry Agnew was the only new council person, replacing Jim Fisher. And Mayor Don Malan named David Brown to be Mayor Pro-tem, meaning that he would act as mayor upon the absence of Malan at meetings.
On other items in the hopper, there was lots of talk at several meetings, but no final action was taken. They talked about the needs of the waste-water treatment plant, as well as the sewer user fee increase that's being considered, and the meeting concerning environmental impact created by some projects was talked, and although no official action was taken, it's generally felt that work the city is considering will have a positive effect, rather than any negative problems.
Dana Bridges was at the meeting, and was told that the city has already begun work on the Trail of Memories extension, at the city's expense...
And that study to increase the sewer user fees to finance proposed improvements and to fund operational costs for the treatment plant and collection system, still needs more study. These are expensive needs, and aren't taken lightly.
The Council also discussed a possible rezoning of property on West Fort Scott Street, one owned by Al Hellebyck at 904 West Fort Scott, and it was decided to have a public hearing May 8th to consider this and the other properties located on the north side of Fort Scott Street, going east from Rice Road to Prospect Avenue.
This is action whose time has come, because of the growth of Butler in that direction, but the Council likes to "look before it leaps," as the saying goes. Again, that public meeting is set for May 8th.
The demolition of 43 structures around Butler that are considered unsafe, is far enough along for the City to go for grant funding. At this time, 23 owners have agreed to demolition, and the Council had felt that if at least 20 were in agreement, that they would go for a grant to help on the expense.
That's the Butler City Council picture at this time...You're welcome to attend any Council meeting...the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at seven p.m., upstairs at City Hall.
-as reported by FM 92 the Bullet
5K walk this Sunday to raise brain tumor awareness
Miles For Hope is hosting its first brain tumor awareness event in Missouri, Chloe’s Miles For Hope 5K Walk, this Sunday April 22nd, 2012 at 9 am at Butler Municipal Park in Butler, MO. This event is being held in memory of Butler area toddler Chloe Wadel, who lost her battle with brain tumors in December 2010. The proceeds from this event are used to raise awareness and funding for brain tumor research and clinical trials, and to offer medically needy flight assistance for qualified brain tumor patients.
Young Chloe was diagnosed with a brain tumor at the age of 15 months. After spending months in the hospital, her family was told that there was nothing further that could be done for Chloe, so they took her home and she passed away two weeks later on December 12, 2010. Chloe was a loveable, happy, fun and outgoing little girl with bleach blonde hair and big brown eyes. She loved everyone and was spoiled by all who knew her. Her favorite things were going to visit her grandparents and feeding the chicks. Chloe had a smile that would light up any room and this event is being held in her honor and memory.
Young Chloe was diagnosed with a brain tumor at the age of 15 months. After spending months in the hospital, her family was told that there was nothing further that could be done for Chloe, so they took her home and she passed away two weeks later on December 12, 2010. Chloe was a loveable, happy, fun and outgoing little girl with bleach blonde hair and big brown eyes. She loved everyone and was spoiled by all who knew her. Her favorite things were going to visit her grandparents and feeding the chicks. Chloe had a smile that would light up any room and this event is being held in her honor and memory.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Gardening is Healthy for People of all Ages
From Tammy Roberts, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist
When most people think about their garden, they think about the fresh vegetables they will be eating all summer. The vegetables are packed with loads of good nutrition but did you ever stop to think that growing that garden provides your body with a good physical workout as well? Make gardening a family affair and all will harvest the benefits.
“Digging in the dirt is just plain fun for little children. Why not give them some seeds to put in that dirt to see what they can produce?” said Tammy Roberts of University of Missouri Extension. If a child has grown and harvested their own food, they are much more likely to eat it. Learning to use small garden tools can be good for the development of gross and fine motor skills for children.
When most people think about their garden, they think about the fresh vegetables they will be eating all summer. The vegetables are packed with loads of good nutrition but did you ever stop to think that growing that garden provides your body with a good physical workout as well? Make gardening a family affair and all will harvest the benefits.
“Digging in the dirt is just plain fun for little children. Why not give them some seeds to put in that dirt to see what they can produce?” said Tammy Roberts of University of Missouri Extension. If a child has grown and harvested their own food, they are much more likely to eat it. Learning to use small garden tools can be good for the development of gross and fine motor skills for children.
Butler Thrift Store Open House May 5th
Note the Thrift Store is in constant need of donations and your help is greatly appreciated. Currently the store is has plenty of clothing but is in need of household items such as beds, furniture, appliances, cookware, books and televisions. For more information on donating items call 660-679-3951.
Money taken in by the Thrift Store is used to supplement the Butler Community Food Pantry to help feed struggling families in Bates County.
Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The new Butler Thrift Store in located in the old MFA Building by the underpass on Rice Road and Nursery Street.
Simms family benefit reminder...
This Friday and Saturday (20th and 21st), there will be a benefit yard sale fundraiser for the Simm’s Family that lost their home to a fire last week.
The yard sale will take place at the Community of Christ Parking Lot, facing Fort Scott Street. (next to Scout Hall/Park). Friday will be 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Saturday will be 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Donated items that can be sold (no broken items please) will be accepted this evening from 6:00-7:30. The family is very appreciative to the community for their show of support.
The yard sale will take place at the Community of Christ Parking Lot, facing Fort Scott Street. (next to Scout Hall/Park). Friday will be 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Saturday will be 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Donated items that can be sold (no broken items please) will be accepted this evening from 6:00-7:30. The family is very appreciative to the community for their show of support.
-our thanks to Victor Fugate
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Obituary - Bobbie Overly
Memorial services for Roberta “Bobbie” Overly will be 3:00 PM Saturday, April 21, 2012 at Mount Moriah Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, Missouri, with Pastor John Payne officiating. Visitation, 2:00 PM prior to services at Mount Moriah Funeral Home. Inurnment in Mount Moriah Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Drexel RIO or USD 416 Endowment Association. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel, 816-657-4400.
Roberta “Bobbie” Leigh Overly, of Louisburg passed away peacefully, Monday night, April 16th, 2012, in the comfort of her home. Born August 19th, 1948 in Canandaigua, NY, she grew up in Waterloo, IA surrounded by family. She was a country girl at heart, enjoying childhood summers on the nearby farm of close friends Vern and Irene Arnold. She later moved to Kansas City, MO with her mother where she completed her schooling with a Biology degree from U.M.K.C. She loved animals and especially enjoyed horses and horseback riding. She worked at Camp Lake of the Woods Horseback Riding Academy in Swope Park as an instructor. One of her adult students would later become her husband of over 40 years spent on farms near Freeman and Drexel, Missouri, where she enjoyed riding her horse Ringo and raising cattle with her husband and sons. She also was a biology lab instructor at Johnson County Community College; she worked as the Horsemanship Program Coordinator for the Cass County 4H and judged many horse shows through out the county. Bobbie also displayed her patience and compassion throughout 18 years of service, friendships and fulfillment as a teacher’s aide in the Louisburg KS (416) school district. She was an active member of the Drexel United Methodist Church and the Drexel chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Bobbie was a dedicated wife, an unconditionally supportive and loving mother and a sincere, fun loving friend. She will be greatly missed.
Preceded in death by her father, Robert Cowie and mother Berneal (Odekirk) Shelby she is survived by step-parents Marvin and Pat Shelby of Liberty, MO, her husband Orbie “Butch” Overly of the home; sons, Thomas Overly of Hanover, NH; Will and wife Alese Overly of Salt Lake City, UT. Aunt Elinor Ehrig of Waterloo, IA, and uncle M.J. & Joice Odekirk of Gilbert, AZ, half-brother, Rob Cowie of Canton OH; and half sisters Kim Hague of Canton, and Kathleen Kulow of Wooster, OH. And many cousins, nephews and nieces.
Roberta “Bobbie” Leigh Overly, of Louisburg passed away peacefully, Monday night, April 16th, 2012, in the comfort of her home. Born August 19th, 1948 in Canandaigua, NY, she grew up in Waterloo, IA surrounded by family. She was a country girl at heart, enjoying childhood summers on the nearby farm of close friends Vern and Irene Arnold. She later moved to Kansas City, MO with her mother where she completed her schooling with a Biology degree from U.M.K.C. She loved animals and especially enjoyed horses and horseback riding. She worked at Camp Lake of the Woods Horseback Riding Academy in Swope Park as an instructor. One of her adult students would later become her husband of over 40 years spent on farms near Freeman and Drexel, Missouri, where she enjoyed riding her horse Ringo and raising cattle with her husband and sons. She also was a biology lab instructor at Johnson County Community College; she worked as the Horsemanship Program Coordinator for the Cass County 4H and judged many horse shows through out the county. Bobbie also displayed her patience and compassion throughout 18 years of service, friendships and fulfillment as a teacher’s aide in the Louisburg KS (416) school district. She was an active member of the Drexel United Methodist Church and the Drexel chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Bobbie was a dedicated wife, an unconditionally supportive and loving mother and a sincere, fun loving friend. She will be greatly missed.
Preceded in death by her father, Robert Cowie and mother Berneal (Odekirk) Shelby she is survived by step-parents Marvin and Pat Shelby of Liberty, MO, her husband Orbie “Butch” Overly of the home; sons, Thomas Overly of Hanover, NH; Will and wife Alese Overly of Salt Lake City, UT. Aunt Elinor Ehrig of Waterloo, IA, and uncle M.J. & Joice Odekirk of Gilbert, AZ, half-brother, Rob Cowie of Canton OH; and half sisters Kim Hague of Canton, and Kathleen Kulow of Wooster, OH. And many cousins, nephews and nieces.
Circuit Court news April 16th - 20th
CIRCUIT
COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS
JAMES K
JOURNEY, JUDGE
Diana L Rich,
Clerk
April 16-20,
2012
St v. Michael E Lindsay, Felony unlawful possession of a weapon-found guilty, Ct. I is dismissed, sentenced to 7 yrs in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 yers probation, Defe. To pay court costs, Defe. To successfully complete counseling/treatment as directed, Def.e to be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, to perform 200 hours of community service. St v. Mitchell Ryan Johnson, I: Felony possession of controlled substance, oxycodone; II: Felony possession of controlled substance, hydrocodone, guilty pleas on both, given SIS, placed on probation for 5 years, to pay court costs, to pay $150 on State Forensic Laboratory Account, to get counseling/treatment as directed, to get substance abuse treatment and aftercare, Defe. To be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall not possess or consume alcoholic beverages or be where sold/served, Defe. Shall perform 200 hours of community service.
$100k in meth seized- two arrested
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| Two pounds of meth valued at $100,000 was seized on April 9 in Vernon county |
Agents seized two pounds of pure methamphetamine with a street value of approximately $100,000.00. The methamphetamine was being delivered to a local dealer that would have put the methamphetamine in circulation in our area.
CNET is a drug task force that covers the areas of Bates, Vernon, St. Clair, Cedar and Dade counties. CNET is funded through grants from the Department of Justice and by pooling agency funds together.
If you know of any illegal drug activity, please contact the Bates County Sheriff’s Office at 660-679-3232 or use our tips hotline at 660-679-4020.
Relay for Life book drive...
Relay for Life “Team Educate” is having a book drive and collecting any new or used books which will be used in a book sale that will be held on April 28th. All books collected will help benefit the American Cancer Society and Team Educate will accept any books for age birth thru adult. The only books they will not take are encyclopedias or textbooks.
If you have any books that you would like to donate please call Amy McVey at 660-200-2009 for book pick-up. Drop off bins are located at the Butler and Adrian schools for your convenience.
If you have any books that you would like to donate please call Amy McVey at 660-200-2009 for book pick-up. Drop off bins are located at the Butler and Adrian schools for your convenience.
-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
Butler PD weekly report
April 9 - Shoplifting on the Square; Recovered stolen bike at south park; Theft 400 block of W. Ft Scott; Warrant service Bus 71 and Roberta Rd; Leave without pay Conoco; Alarm at Family Center.
April 10 - Animal complaint W52; Animal complaint 100 block of S. Delaware; Accident on N. Bus 71; Disturbance Mechanic and Atkinson; Warrant service at the Filling Station; Assist with Fire in 200 block of W. Dakota.
April 11- Walk in theft report taken; Alarm Fran apartments; Possible theft storage units by Max Motors; Animal complaint 200 block of S. Fulton; Disturbance on the square; Leave without pay at Conoco; Disturbance at McDonalds; Open Door on Bus 71.
April 12 - Assault 800 block of Wix Lane; Animal complaint 200 block of S. Mechanic; Theft report in the 1000 block of W. 52; Medical assist 800 block of North St; Animal complaint 200 block of S. Mechanic; Animal complaint 200 block of W. Vine; Animal complaint 100 block of S. Havanna.
April 13 - Animal complaint 600 block of E. Ft Scott; Noise complaint South park; Medical assist McDonalds; Officer assist DFS on investigation; Traffic control for Schowengert; Medical assist 100 block of S. Havanna; Well being check Mill and Sunset; Noise complaint 300 block of N. Water; Medical assist 300 block of E. Dakota.
April 14 -200 block of N. Delaware on a vandalism call; 300 block of N. Maple on a small child walking the street; Traffic for Schowengert; Well being check 300 block of N. High; VIN check on S. Birch; Assault in the 600 block of W. Harrison; Possible gun shots in the east part of town; 600 block of W. pine on a property damage; 100 block of S. willow on a keep the peace; 200 block of Country Club on a disturbance.
April 15 - Animal complaint at Lee and Fulton; Tree limb blocking road in the 500 block of W. Pine; Suspicious person at Sears; Kids on bikes on square; Theft report 100 block of S. Willow; Fire alarm at Medical Lodge.
April 16 - Medical assist 500 block of W. Ft Scott; Theft from storage locker; Theft in the 600 block of W. Pine; 500 block of W. Ohio on assault; Animal complaint 600 block of S. Main; Animal complaint 500 block of N. Main; Keep the peace 100 block of S. Willow; Medical assist 400 block of Fran Ave; Medical assist 100 block of S. High; Alarm at Family Center.
April 10 - Animal complaint W52; Animal complaint 100 block of S. Delaware; Accident on N. Bus 71; Disturbance Mechanic and Atkinson; Warrant service at the Filling Station; Assist with Fire in 200 block of W. Dakota.
April 11- Walk in theft report taken; Alarm Fran apartments; Possible theft storage units by Max Motors; Animal complaint 200 block of S. Fulton; Disturbance on the square; Leave without pay at Conoco; Disturbance at McDonalds; Open Door on Bus 71.
April 12 - Assault 800 block of Wix Lane; Animal complaint 200 block of S. Mechanic; Theft report in the 1000 block of W. 52; Medical assist 800 block of North St; Animal complaint 200 block of S. Mechanic; Animal complaint 200 block of W. Vine; Animal complaint 100 block of S. Havanna.
April 13 - Animal complaint 600 block of E. Ft Scott; Noise complaint South park; Medical assist McDonalds; Officer assist DFS on investigation; Traffic control for Schowengert; Medical assist 100 block of S. Havanna; Well being check Mill and Sunset; Noise complaint 300 block of N. Water; Medical assist 300 block of E. Dakota.
April 14 -200 block of N. Delaware on a vandalism call; 300 block of N. Maple on a small child walking the street; Traffic for Schowengert; Well being check 300 block of N. High; VIN check on S. Birch; Assault in the 600 block of W. Harrison; Possible gun shots in the east part of town; 600 block of W. pine on a property damage; 100 block of S. willow on a keep the peace; 200 block of Country Club on a disturbance.
April 15 - Animal complaint at Lee and Fulton; Tree limb blocking road in the 500 block of W. Pine; Suspicious person at Sears; Kids on bikes on square; Theft report 100 block of S. Willow; Fire alarm at Medical Lodge.
April 16 - Medical assist 500 block of W. Ft Scott; Theft from storage locker; Theft in the 600 block of W. Pine; 500 block of W. Ohio on assault; Animal complaint 600 block of S. Main; Animal complaint 500 block of N. Main; Keep the peace 100 block of S. Willow; Medical assist 400 block of Fran Ave; Medical assist 100 block of S. High; Alarm at Family Center.
Monday, April 16, 2012
Obituary - Bobby "Bob" Moles
Bobby “Bob” Woodrow Moles, 85, Adrian, MO, died Monday, April 16, 2012 at Adrian Manor. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at the First Baptist Church in Adrian. Burial will be in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Friends may call from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 17 at the Atkinson Chapel in Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to Adrian Manor.
Obituary - Juanita Nestlerode
Graveside services for Juanita Nestlerode will be 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, Missouri. Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 p.m. at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Heartland Hospice.
Juanita Florence Nestlerode, age 87 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, April 16, 2012 at Willow Lane Nursing Center in Butler. She was born April 16, 1925 to Charles Newman and Josephine Anna Florence Short Howell in Bates County, Missouri. Juanita is survived by three grandsons, Raymond Moise and wife Brandi of Butler, Missouri, Aaron Kelly Mosie and wife Jerri and Patrick Moise of Drexel, Missouri; one brother, Paul Howell of Clinton, Missouri; one sister, Shirley Schimmelpfenning and husband Roy of Harrisonville, Missouri; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Moise; and four brothers.
Bears Spring Break track meet results
Results from the spring break track meet at Adrian on Thursday the 12th:
Top 8 place men finishers
Stacy Davenport: 2nd place 300M Hurdles, 4th place 200M Dash, 7th place 100M Dash,
Austin Shatto: 4th place Discus
Thanks to all the guys who took time out of their spring break to show up to practice and to the 4 men who participated in the meet on Thursday!
Top 8 place men finishers
Stacy Davenport: 2nd place 300M Hurdles, 4th place 200M Dash, 7th place 100M Dash,
Austin Shatto: 4th place Discus
Thanks to all the guys who took time out of their spring break to show up to practice and to the 4 men who participated in the meet on Thursday!
-our thanks to Tammy Appleberry
Obituary - Helen McLay
Helen's wishes were to be cremated. Memorial services were held in Colorado. Arrangements and information courtesy of Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) Butler, Missouri.
Helen Elayne McLay, age 59 of De Beque, Colorado, formerly of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, April 12, 2012 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado. She was born August 17, 1952 to Ora Lewis and Helen Lorene Lord West in Bates County, Missouri.
Helen is survived by her husband, Jim McLay; her mother, Charlene West; two brothers, Michael and wife Jeanie and Wayne and wife Cheryl; one sister, Tammy and husband Roger; two sons, Justin and wife Bobbi and Jimmy and wife Kim; two daughters, Candi and Michelle and husband Bobby; grandchildren, Aaron and Adam, Hannah and Cayden, Nikki, Brad, Josh, James, Joey, Jackie, Jillie, Jesse, Gus, Tia and Kyle; a niece, Mousie; two nephews, Eddie and Jerry; and great-grandchildren, Brunson, Kayden, Reagan, Ryan and numerous other nieces, nephews and cousins.
Rich Hill Police Department weekly report
Rich Hill Police Department Activity Report
April 9, 2012 to April 8, 2012
04-09-2012
04-10-2012
CHILD CUSTODY ISSUE
CHECK WELL BEING
04-11-2012
04-12-2012
04-13-2012
04-14-2012
VANDALISM
04-15-2012
Bates County Sheriff's Dept. weekly report
Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report
April 9, 2012 to April 8, 2012
04-09-2012
MVA-Adrian
ANIMAL AT LARGE-52hwy
DISTURBANCE-Rich Hill Deputies responded to a disturbance in Rich Hill. No suspect information at this time.
AGENCY ASSIST-71hwy
GUN SHOTS HEARD / OBSERVED-Rich Hill
LEAVE WITHOUT PAYING-Butler
FRAUD / IDENTITY THEFT-Butler Bates County Deputies received a report of passing bad checks in the Butler area.
ANIMAL AT LARGE-Archie Bates County Deputies received a report of animal neglect in rural Archie.
FIRE – VEHICLE-Rich Hill
Obituary - Barbara Preston
Barbara's wishes were to be cremated. Private family inurnment will be held at later date. Barbara Ann Keller Preston, age 81 formerly of Belton, Missouri passed away Saturday, April 14, 2012 at the Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler, Missouri. She was born November 3, 1930 to Siegel Frederick and Lois Mae Freetly in Muskogee, Oklahoma.
Barbara is survived by her sister, Frederica “Freddie” Craft and husband Jimmy Dale of Amoret, Missouri; her nephew, Steve Craft and wife Michelle and their children, Brandon, Kaleigh, Kaiden, Lyndsi and Holly; a niece, Lois Midkiff and husband Kent and their children, Corey Midkiff and fiance` Dana Ballou and Megan Midkiff.
Baseball game cancelled...
The Butler Bears baseball game against the St. Mary's Trojans for today has been cancelled.
Kiersten Morris breaks school record
Results from the spring break track meet at Adrian on Thursday the 12th
Top 8 place finishers
Kayla Morris: 1st place 100M Dash w/a time of 13.89; 1st place 200M Dash w/a time of 27.49
Kiersten Morris: 1st place 100M Hurdles w/a time of 16.92; 1st place 300M Hurdles w/a time of 48.97
Brytani Musick: 5th place 800M Run
4x100M Relay: 2nd place (Kayla Morris, Kiersten Morris, Brytani Musick, Maggie Massey)
4x200M Relay: 2nd place (Kayla Morris, Kiersten Morris, Brytani Musick, Maggie Massey)
A special shout out goes to Kiersten Morris who broke the school record in the 300M Hurdles. The previous record was 50.5 and Kiersten broke it by running a 48.97!
Top 8 place finishers
Kayla Morris: 1st place 100M Dash w/a time of 13.89; 1st place 200M Dash w/a time of 27.49
Kiersten Morris: 1st place 100M Hurdles w/a time of 16.92; 1st place 300M Hurdles w/a time of 48.97
Brytani Musick: 5th place 800M Run
4x100M Relay: 2nd place (Kayla Morris, Kiersten Morris, Brytani Musick, Maggie Massey)
4x200M Relay: 2nd place (Kayla Morris, Kiersten Morris, Brytani Musick, Maggie Massey)
A special shout out goes to Kiersten Morris who broke the school record in the 300M Hurdles. The previous record was 50.5 and Kiersten broke it by running a 48.97!
-our thanks to Tammy Appleberry
Attention water district 3 customers...
New payment drop box locations
The customers of Water District #3 now have a new payment mailing address and the Jim and Donna Ketron residence will no longer be a drop off location.
The customers of Water District #3 now have a new payment mailing address and the Jim and Donna Ketron residence will no longer be a drop off location.
Customers will now have the convenience of two drop off locations in the Butler area. One is located at Laughlin Farm Equipment at the corner of Orange Street and Mill Street, with the other at the Diehl Camp Ground in Passaic. The Drop boxes will be white in color and located next to the United States Postal Boxes at both locations.
The new mailing address is now Route 2 Box 76 for Water District # 3 customers that wish to mail their payments.
-our thanks to FM 92 the Bullet
-our thanks to FM 92 the Bullet
Bates County 4-H Council meets
“I pledge my head to clearer thinking, my heart to greater loyalty…” so begins the pledge to the 4-H flag and begins another meeting of the Bates County 4-H Council. We met on April 9, 2012, with president, Alex Jenkins calling the meeting to order. The pledge to the American flag was led by Jack Rotert and the 4-H pledge was led by John Tarvin; both of the Summit Go-Getters 4-H. Morgan Bradley called the roll for clubs present. There were three clubs represented: Altona, Hudson Hustlers, and Summit Go-Getters. Our January 2012 meeting was cancelled, so no previous meeting minutes were read. Alex Jenkins read the treasurer’s report. Case Doody made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read, with Blake Doody making the second.
Old business: Allison Jenkins gave a report on the Region Energizer that was held in January. Regional Energizer is open to all counties and its members within our region. It is a fun day filled with workshops and gaining knowledge. Taylor Fischer and Reba Colin reported on state horse judging. Bates County has the 1st place senior horse judging team and will advance on to the national competition hosted in Louisville, Kentucky, in November. Our junior team did very well too. David Warfield, Jr. made a motion that the County 4-H Council should make a donation per member on the senior team to help off-set their travel costs to Louisville since the State 4-H Council pays for their competition registration fees; Blake Doody issued the second. Motion passed.
New business: Jenny Oates told us about a day camp / workshops she will be having for kids at the Antique Tractor Village at Adrian. She is in the process of planting three gardens with historical roots and value. She will be hosting day camps and workshops the entire month of June and all kids are welcome to attend. Her contact information will be in the next issue of News & Notes. Alex Jenkins told us about upcoming work days at the fairgrounds. He also talked about other upcoming dates and deadlines for the upcoming fair season.
Mike Tarvin made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Taylor Fisher seconded the motion. Meeting adjourned.
Submitted by:
Blake Doody
Bates County 4-H Council Reporter
Old business: Allison Jenkins gave a report on the Region Energizer that was held in January. Regional Energizer is open to all counties and its members within our region. It is a fun day filled with workshops and gaining knowledge. Taylor Fischer and Reba Colin reported on state horse judging. Bates County has the 1st place senior horse judging team and will advance on to the national competition hosted in Louisville, Kentucky, in November. Our junior team did very well too. David Warfield, Jr. made a motion that the County 4-H Council should make a donation per member on the senior team to help off-set their travel costs to Louisville since the State 4-H Council pays for their competition registration fees; Blake Doody issued the second. Motion passed.
New business: Jenny Oates told us about a day camp / workshops she will be having for kids at the Antique Tractor Village at Adrian. She is in the process of planting three gardens with historical roots and value. She will be hosting day camps and workshops the entire month of June and all kids are welcome to attend. Her contact information will be in the next issue of News & Notes. Alex Jenkins told us about upcoming work days at the fairgrounds. He also talked about other upcoming dates and deadlines for the upcoming fair season.
Mike Tarvin made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Taylor Fisher seconded the motion. Meeting adjourned.
Submitted by:
Blake Doody
Bates County 4-H Council Reporter
Altona 4-H news
The Altona 4-H met on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at the Altona Community Building. President, Catie Welliver called the meeting to order at 6:30 and led us in the pledges to the American and 4-H flags. Secretary, Jennifer Willerton called roll with 30 members present and 15 adults. Jennifer also read the minutes to the last meeting. Cameron Tallman gave the treasurer’s report. We have lots of project meetings beginning and reports and announcements were made for Sheep, Archery, Horse and Photography.
Old business included discussion of mowing the grounds around the Community Building. It was decided that Trenton Tallman and Colt Cumpton would mow. They will set their schedule and alternate weeks.
New business included Todd Frankenfield talked about deadlines for livestock DNA for the Ozark Empire Fair and State Fair. We discussed our upcoming annual fundraiser: selling homemade cobbler and ice cream at the WMAT &MA show June 22, 23, and 24th. Each family is responsible for making 2 pie crust fruit cobblers and 2 gallons of ice cream. Sign-up sheets will be passed around at the May meeting. Jenny Oates will be doing educational gardening workshops at the antique tractor park for the month of June for kids. She will have three different gardens. Contact Jenny to join in. We have decided to have a float in the Bates County Fair parade. This is their 40th anniversary. Catie Welliver will head up the float committee, the Bolling family will provide a truck and trailer. The theme is 40 Years Long, 40 Years Strong.
Meeting adjourned.
-Case Doody, Altona 4-H Reporter
Old business included discussion of mowing the grounds around the Community Building. It was decided that Trenton Tallman and Colt Cumpton would mow. They will set their schedule and alternate weeks.
New business included Todd Frankenfield talked about deadlines for livestock DNA for the Ozark Empire Fair and State Fair. We discussed our upcoming annual fundraiser: selling homemade cobbler and ice cream at the WMAT &MA show June 22, 23, and 24th. Each family is responsible for making 2 pie crust fruit cobblers and 2 gallons of ice cream. Sign-up sheets will be passed around at the May meeting. Jenny Oates will be doing educational gardening workshops at the antique tractor park for the month of June for kids. She will have three different gardens. Contact Jenny to join in. We have decided to have a float in the Bates County Fair parade. This is their 40th anniversary. Catie Welliver will head up the float committee, the Bolling family will provide a truck and trailer. The theme is 40 Years Long, 40 Years Strong.
Meeting adjourned.
-Case Doody, Altona 4-H Reporter
News from Adrian Lanes
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Your
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BOWLING NEWS
Through April 15, 2012
Handicap
Travel League
Westchester 327.0-153.0
Plunkett
Bowl 277.5-202.5
Capri
Bowl 255.0-225.0
Adrian Lanes
2 219.5-259.5
Windsor
Lanes 218.0-262.0
Adrian Lanes
1 211.5-268.5
Jesters
House 211.0-269.0
Strike
Zone 200.5-279.5
League Ended April
15
Apr 15: High
Games, 1st Set: Mike McQuinn 245, Alan
Chadwick 241, Don Chulufas 236, Keith Mayer 234, Joey Plunkett 230,
David Bruce 228, Doug Vergouven 226, Cody Elpers 220. High
Series, 1st Set: Robert Greer 637, Cody
Elpers 623. High Games, 2nd Set:
Kenny Best 279, Doug Vergouven 269, David Bruce 264, Keith Mayer 247,
Belcher 235. High Series, 1st Set:
Doug Vergouven 711, Kenny Best 677, Keith Mayer 641, Luke Feeback
639, David Bruce 630, Joey Plunkett 628.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Project Prom softball tournament rescheduled for Saturday...
The Miami Project Prom softball tournament has officially been rescheduled for next Saturday, April 21st. Anyone not able to play will get a refund- contact Jackie Nieder on Facebook for more information.
Gardening class coming at Poplar Heights Farm
"Trowel and Error", a free gardening class, will be held
Saturday, April 21 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Poplar Heights Living History
Farm in Bates County, Missouri.
There will be two classes - one for adults and one for children.
The adult class will cover raised bed
gardens, pest control, transplanting and fertilizers, herbs, water gardening
and heirloom plants. Children will
be planting sunflowers to take home, learning about good and bad bugs and
decorating a planter for their newly planted seeds.
There will be a tour of the grounds and
greenhouse, refreshments and door prizes.
The class is free.
Registration is requested but not required. Poplar Heights Living History Farm is located 7 miles
northeast of Butler, Missouri - go east from Butler on Highway H to Highway UU,
turn north and go 2 miles, turn right and follow the signs. For more information or to register
call 660-679-0764 or email to info@poplarheightsfarm.org.
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