Funeral services for Paul Rollin Howell Sr. will be 2 p.m. Monday, May 21, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. prior to the service at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel. Burial in Greenlawn Cemetery, Rich Hill, Missouri. Contributions to the American Legion.
Paul R. Howell Sr., age 73 of Butler, Missouri, died Thursday, May 17. 2012 at V.A. Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born November 3, 1938 to Charles Newman and Josephine Anna Florence Short Howell in Appleton City, Missouri.
Paul is survived by two sons, Paul R. Howell Jr. and wife Connie of Rich Hill, Missouri and James Howell and wife Okie of Adrian, Missouri; a step-son, Robert Wright III and wife Julie of Kingsville, Missouri; two step-daughters, Blanche Boyd and husband Bill of Lee's Summit, Missouri and Linda Urie and husband Doug of Lee's Summit, Missouri; a sister, Shirley Schimmelpfenning and husband Roy of Harrisonville, Missouri; two grandsons, five step-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Artie in 1992; three brothers, Wesley, Donald and Everett; and a sister.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Work day cancelled at Fairgrounds
A work day previously scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. today at the Bates County Fairgrounds has been cancelled. 4-H'ers involved should contact the Extension Office next week for more information.
Five routes available in MFA Poker Run June 2
There will be five routes to choose from this year, with starting points in Columbia, Jefferson City, Sedalia, Lake Ozark and O’Fallon. All the routes are approximately 100 miles and will include seven stops. There will be a live auction and announcement of winners following lunch at noon at Memorial Park in Jefferson City.
All Poker Run proceeds will be split equally between the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri and the University of Missouri Children’s Hospital.
Individual entries are $20 each through May 11th and $30 each from May 12th through the event day and multiple hands may be purchased. You must be 18 or older to register.
Prizes include 1st place - $300 worth of MO Lottery scratcher tickets, 2nd place - $100 gift card to Bass Pro Shops and 3rd place Nikon Digital Camera. If you have any questions, please contact Alvin Griffin at 660-679-3532. To register on line go to mfaoilpokerrun.com and fill out the on-line form.
And the winner is....
Carol Tilley is the lucky winner of the weather radio in our first ever on line giveaway.... to everyone else, don't worry, we'll give away another prize in the near future!
Congrats to Carol, we'll be contacting you soon to make arrangements to receive your prize.
Friday, May 18, 2012
Don’t forget the pantry during spring cleaning
From Tammy Roberts, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist
You use the pantry every day but it is easy to overlook when you are cleaning. It may seem like a daunting task but it really doesn’t take long. When you get the pantry clean, be sure to re-stock with some healthy staples.
“Spring cleaning is not complete until you have cleaned the pantry” said Tammy Roberts from University of Missouri Extension. She recommends you start by removing everything from the pantry, putting the food that has expired directly in the trash can.
Spices sometimes don’t have expiration dates on them. You can keep some spices 2-3 years but just know that they start to lose their potency after six months. If you want to get the most out of your spices, you should replenish them regularly. As a rule of thumb, whole spices such as cloves and nutmeg can last up to two years.
You use the pantry every day but it is easy to overlook when you are cleaning. It may seem like a daunting task but it really doesn’t take long. When you get the pantry clean, be sure to re-stock with some healthy staples.
“Spring cleaning is not complete until you have cleaned the pantry” said Tammy Roberts from University of Missouri Extension. She recommends you start by removing everything from the pantry, putting the food that has expired directly in the trash can.
Spices sometimes don’t have expiration dates on them. You can keep some spices 2-3 years but just know that they start to lose their potency after six months. If you want to get the most out of your spices, you should replenish them regularly. As a rule of thumb, whole spices such as cloves and nutmeg can last up to two years.
News from Adrian Lanes
Adrian
Lanes
Your
Local Recreation Center
BOWLING NEWS
Through May 18, 2012
Tuesday 7pm Summer
Open
Bridges
Out 06.0-02.0
Shadows
Keepers 06.0-02.0
Adrian
Lanes 05.0-03.0
Yates
Racing 03.0-05.0
Calvary Baptist
02.0-06.0
BYE 00.0-00.0
May 15: High Game:
Dan Goodrich 257, Josh Yates 224, Dwight Robinson 209, Mathew
Bridges 201, Greg Hilbus 194, Jim Ridley 182, Dee Ridley 181, Tom
Rosekopf 180, Ted Bridges 174, Becky Saathoff 159, Shelby Sutton 136,
Rochelle Powell 131, Betty Wisdom 130, Dana Rosekopf 115, Jacob
Saathoff 98, David Timblin 98. High Series: Dan Goodrich 649,
Josh Yates 614, Dee Ridley 505. Non-Committal League, $9 per week.
Need Bowlers on all leagues.
Circuit Court news May 7 - 18th
CIRCUIT
COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS
JAMES K
JOURNEY, JUDGE
Diana L Rich,
Clerk
May 7-18,
2012
Lisa Dawn West v Eric Blaine Bishop, Change of Venue from Henry County—Petition for Damages filed.
James G Baker v Rhonda L Baker, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.
National Collegiate Student Loan Trust v Amy Gregory n/k/a Amy Uteck, Petition filed.
Kenneth L Tenholder v Dawn L Tenholder, Petition for Legal Separation filed.
Jonathan O Butler v Monica L Butler, Dissolution of Marriage granted.
Tara E Bridges v Evan T Bridges, Dissolution of Marriage granted.
Shanna R Kobel v. Shane R Kobel, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.
St v. Kevin N Belshe, Felony theft/stealing, set for 5-21-12.
St v. Jason C Parks, I: Felony abuse of a child, II: Felony endangering welfare of a child, III: Felony assault, set for 6-18-12.
Delena West v Douglas Austin Starbuck, Jr., Petition for Order of Protection dismissed by Petitioner.
Samantha Hubbard v Harold Davin Hubbard, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.
Thomas S Harris v Melissa M Harris, Dissolution of Marriage granted.
JoAnn Lawson v. John Steven Lawson, Dissolution of Marriage granted.
Stacy Lynn Ackerman v Joshua Wayne Ackerman, Petition for Dissolution filed.
Audriana Mc Connell v Tysun R McConnell, Petition for Dissolution filed.
Butler Optimist Club Students of the Month...
The Butler Optimist Club would like to recognize three Butler R-V students for their outstanding academic achievements and character. The three students were selected by the staff at Butler R-V. Each student receives a certificate of honor and a $20 gift card to Sonic donated by Miles Umstattd of Sonic in Butler. Lilli Colburn and Tristen Trumbore received the Butler Elementary Optimist Student of the Month for May. Lilli Colburn is the daughter Weston and Robin Colburn. Tristen Trumbore is the son of Troy and Leigh Trumbore. Peyton McGuire is the Butler JH Optimist Student of the Month for May. Peyton is the daughter of Doug and Dondria McGuire.
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| Peyton McGuire and Principal Steve Hubbard |
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| Tristen Trumbore, Optimist member Penny Smith and Lilli Colburn |
-our thanks to Nancy Sutton
Adrian ranks very high in U.S.A Best High Schools
The Adrian R-III Secondary Building (6-12) received a bronze award from US NEWS AND WORLD REPORT. Nearly 22,000 public secondary schools in 49 states and the District of Columbia were evaluated by the American Institutes for Research using U.S. News' state rankings methodology. The schools included in the evaluation process were identified as having twelfth-grade enrollment and sufficient data to analyze, primarily from the 2009-2010 school year. Two percent, or the top 500 schools, were awarded gold status; 7 percent, or approximately 1,500 schools, were awarded silver status; 13 percent, or almost 2,900 schools, were awarded bronze status; and the remaining 78 percent did not receive a medal.
To
produce the 2012 U.S.News
& World Report
Best
High Schools rankings,
U.S.
News
teamed up with the Washington, D.C.-based American
Institutes for Research
(AIR), one of the largest behavioral and social science research
organizations in the world.
AIR
implemented U.S.
News's
comprehensive rankings methodology, which is based on the key
principles that a great high school must serve all of its students
well, not just those who are college-bound, and that it must be able
to produce measurable academic outcomes to show the school is
successfully educating its student body across a range of performance
indicators.
More info on May 26 Alumni 5K Run...
The BHS Alumni board is gearing up for the 125th Alumni Celebration. There will be several events to participate in during the celebration on May 26, 2012. New this year will be the 125th Alumni 5K Run. This event will be open to all who wish to participate. Even those who are not Butler Alumni but want to be involved are more than to welcome to participate. The cost to participate is $15.00 per runner.
The event will begin with registration at the new track located at corner of Nursery Street and South Business 71 at 7:30 am. From there participants will be directed to the High Street entrance of the Deaton-Thomas Football Field to park and stage for the run. The run will begin at 8:00 am.
The route of the run will be as follows:
From the entrance of the Deaton-Thomas Football field we will go north on High Street to Atkinson make a right turn and go east on Atkinson to Thompson turn left and go north on Thompson to Vine turn right and go east on Vine turn left and go north on Havana to Adams turn left and go west on Adams to High turn left and go south on High to Dakota turn left and go east on Dakota to Main turn left and go north on Main to Ohio turn left and go west on Ohio to Delaware turn right and go north on Delaware to Pine turn left and go west on Pine to Fulton turn left and go south on Fulton to the High School Faculty parking lot to finish.
We hope that this will be a fun addition to festivities of the 125th Celebration of the Butler Alumni. Thank you in advance for your support and we can’t wait to see all our fellows Butler Bears. If you need information or have any questions please email Jason Lawrence at jlawrence59@gmail.com
-our thanks to Jason Lawrence
The event will begin with registration at the new track located at corner of Nursery Street and South Business 71 at 7:30 am. From there participants will be directed to the High Street entrance of the Deaton-Thomas Football Field to park and stage for the run. The run will begin at 8:00 am.
The route of the run will be as follows:
From the entrance of the Deaton-Thomas Football field we will go north on High Street to Atkinson make a right turn and go east on Atkinson to Thompson turn left and go north on Thompson to Vine turn right and go east on Vine turn left and go north on Havana to Adams turn left and go west on Adams to High turn left and go south on High to Dakota turn left and go east on Dakota to Main turn left and go north on Main to Ohio turn left and go west on Ohio to Delaware turn right and go north on Delaware to Pine turn left and go west on Pine to Fulton turn left and go south on Fulton to the High School Faculty parking lot to finish.
We hope that this will be a fun addition to festivities of the 125th Celebration of the Butler Alumni. Thank you in advance for your support and we can’t wait to see all our fellows Butler Bears. If you need information or have any questions please email Jason Lawrence at jlawrence59@gmail.com
-our thanks to Jason Lawrence
Fair Queen and Princess candidates needed...
Queen candidates must be between the ages of 16 to 22 before July 6, 2012 and Princess Candidates must be between the ages of 13 and 15 by July 6th. Candidates will have the opportunity to meet new people as well as earning money through your ticket sales.
Entry forms must be turned in no later than May 25th and they may be picked up either at the Bates County Farm Bureau on the East side of the Butler Square or at Sage’s Animal Clinic at 716 West Dakota in Butler. To date there is only one entry form turned back in.
For any questions, please contact Dr. Chris Sage at 660-679-4111.
More details on Butler's 125th Alumni May 26th
May the 26th marks the 125th anniversary of the Butler High School Alumni Association. The Celebration for all Butler High School Graduates will be held Saturday May 26th. The day will start off with the first annual BHS Alumni 5k run/walk check in followed by the walk at 9 a.m. on the new track of the Butler High School. The Track is located on the corner of Nursery and Orange Street.
Coffee and donuts will be served at the old Butler High School Gym on Pine Street following the walk/run.
The Alumni Parade will line up at 11 a.m. in the east parking lot of Butler High School on Fulton Street and will proceed to the square following line up.
The Alumni luncheon will be held at 1:25 in the cafeteria of the Butler High School, with tours of the elementary and junior senior high school, to be followed by a slide presentation and a musical concert of graduates at 3 pm. Alumni band and chorus members will be entertaining you.
At 4 p.m. the alumni business meeting will be held in the auditorium of the Butler High School, with the time capsule ceremony following the reunion.
We hope all graduates attend at least some of the activities planned by the Alumni Association on May 26th!
Coffee and donuts will be served at the old Butler High School Gym on Pine Street following the walk/run.
The Alumni Parade will line up at 11 a.m. in the east parking lot of Butler High School on Fulton Street and will proceed to the square following line up.
The Alumni luncheon will be held at 1:25 in the cafeteria of the Butler High School, with tours of the elementary and junior senior high school, to be followed by a slide presentation and a musical concert of graduates at 3 pm. Alumni band and chorus members will be entertaining you.
At 4 p.m. the alumni business meeting will be held in the auditorium of the Butler High School, with the time capsule ceremony following the reunion.
We hope all graduates attend at least some of the activities planned by the Alumni Association on May 26th!
-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
Wilson and Collins take top spots in DHS 2012 graduating class
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| Drexel Salutatorian Chris Wilson and Valedictorian Emily Collins. The two were honored during the commencement held last Sunday at the high school. |
-our thanks to Jeanne Collins
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Today is deadline for candidates to register...
Today is the last day candidates may register to run for Butler Saddle Club Rodeo Queen and Princess. For more info contact Valerie Gaylord at 660-200-6455.
The rodeo will be June 15th, 16th and 17th this year.
Basket weaving classes coming in June
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| Mona Hartzler (left) giving basket weaving tips at the Poplar Heights Farm Festival last June |
Basket Classes will be held at Poplar Heights Farm on June 9 & 10. On Saturday, June 9 from 11:00 - 4:00 you will learn to make 13" x 8 ½" x 12" high basket with handle. On Sunday, June 10th from 11:00 – 3:00 you have the opportunity to make a larger basket – 17½ x 10 ½ x 13.
If you are interested in either of these classes please contact Mona Hartzler to make reservations. Please let her know if you are interested in Class 1 on Saturday or Class 2 on Sunday. Both classes will be $30 each. Make your checks payable to Mona Hartzler and mail them to 14203 S. Haven Road, Grandview, MO. You can also send an e-mail to dimohart@gmail.com or call 816-761-9215.
Reservations must be made by June 1st.
Your weekend planner...
Today
Clear. High of 82. Winds from the SE at 5 to 15 mph.
Hudson R-9 graduation 7 p.m.
Miami 8th grade graduation 8 p.m.
Friday
Clear. High of 82. Winds from the SE at 5 to 15 mph.
Hudson R-9 graduation 7 p.m.
Miami 8th grade graduation 8 p.m.
Friday
Clear in the morning, then partly cloudy. High of 84. Breezy. Winds from the SW at 10 to 20 mph.
Sunday
Overcast with a chance of a thunderstorm and rain. High of 79. Winds from the SW at 10 to 15 mph shifting to the WNW in the afternoon. Chance of rain 50%.
Miami pre-school graduation 10:30 a.m.
Miami high school graduation 8 p.m.
Kickoff of Butler Public Library Summer reading program for info call 660-679-4321
Rich Hill vs Hume Alumni basketball game for info call 660-643-7612 or 643-7568
Saturday
Partly cloudy. High of 86. Windy. Winds from the East at 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph shifting to the South in the afternoon. Chance of rain 20%.
Kickoff of Butler Public Library Summer reading program for info call 660-679-4321
Rich Hill vs Hume Alumni basketball game for info call 660-643-7612 or 643-7568
Saturday
Partly cloudy. High of 86. Windy. Winds from the East at 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph shifting to the South in the afternoon. Chance of rain 20%.
Adrian United Methodist Church pancake breakfast starts at 9 a.m.
Butler Masonic Lodge #254 horseshoe pitching contest begins at 10 a.m.
Butler Masonic Lodge #254 horseshoe pitching contest begins at 10 a.m.
"Battle of Lone Jack" presentation at the Bates County Museum starts 10 a.m.
Sunday
Overcast with a chance of a thunderstorm and rain. High of 79. Winds from the SW at 10 to 15 mph shifting to the WNW in the afternoon. Chance of rain 50%.
Archie high school graduation 2 p.m.
Adrian high school graduation 2:30 p.m.
Outlaw Bass Tournament for info call 660-679-9101
Monday
Butler city wide clean up begins for residences South of Fort Scott street
Monday
Butler city wide clean up begins for residences South of Fort Scott street
West 52/Miami Creek bridge closing for replacement (80 days)
If you would like something added, drop us an email at bateswire@hotmail.com
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Obituary - Jim Walker
Arrangements for Jim Walker are Cremation, with services to be announced at a later time. Memorial contributions to American Cancer Society. Arrangements under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816) 657-4400.
James Dale “Jim” Walker, 44 of Independence, Missouri died May 15, 2012 at his home. Jim was born July 10, 1967 in Dallas, Texas, son of Gary and Carol (Berry) Wright.
Jim was preceded in death by his father, Gary Wright; mother-in-law Dorothy A. Elson; and two granddaughters, Lily Heavener and Erianne Soto.
He is survived by his mother, Carol Wright of Drexel, Missouri; wife Angie Walker of Independence, Missouri; son James D. Walker of Independence; daughter April Heavener of Independence; grandsons Austin Heavener and Mason Heavener; stepson August Burns; stepson Nick Blackwell; brother Scott Walker, Sr.; nephews Scottie Walker, Jr., and Michael Hudnall; sisters-in-law Yvonne Morris and Rhonda Hudnall; and cousins Gary Howard, Kim Davis, Heather Blagsted and Charles and Nona Howard.
James Dale “Jim” Walker, 44 of Independence, Missouri died May 15, 2012 at his home. Jim was born July 10, 1967 in Dallas, Texas, son of Gary and Carol (Berry) Wright.
Jim was preceded in death by his father, Gary Wright; mother-in-law Dorothy A. Elson; and two granddaughters, Lily Heavener and Erianne Soto.
He is survived by his mother, Carol Wright of Drexel, Missouri; wife Angie Walker of Independence, Missouri; son James D. Walker of Independence; daughter April Heavener of Independence; grandsons Austin Heavener and Mason Heavener; stepson August Burns; stepson Nick Blackwell; brother Scott Walker, Sr.; nephews Scottie Walker, Jr., and Michael Hudnall; sisters-in-law Yvonne Morris and Rhonda Hudnall; and cousins Gary Howard, Kim Davis, Heather Blagsted and Charles and Nona Howard.
June 19th meeting set to discuss rezoning in west Butler
Notes from the Butler City Council meeting last evening
In Butler City Council news, the Bates County Commission is working toward establishment of an "Enhanced Enterprise Zone" for the county, and since this would be for all the cities and communities in the county, the Commission has asked Butler to adopt a resolution to that effect for its participation.
It's rather standard in counties all over Missouri, and would replace the Enterprise Zone which the city of Butler had until it expired in 2008. Basically, it would allow tax credits and property tax abatements for new businesses locating anywhere in the county, rather than for one city alone.
The County has hired a KBRPC representative to prepare the application to be submitted to the Missouri Department of Economic Development. This is a good move, to encourage new business and industry for our area.
In Butler City Council news, the Bates County Commission is working toward establishment of an "Enhanced Enterprise Zone" for the county, and since this would be for all the cities and communities in the county, the Commission has asked Butler to adopt a resolution to that effect for its participation.
It's rather standard in counties all over Missouri, and would replace the Enterprise Zone which the city of Butler had until it expired in 2008. Basically, it would allow tax credits and property tax abatements for new businesses locating anywhere in the county, rather than for one city alone.
The County has hired a KBRPC representative to prepare the application to be submitted to the Missouri Department of Economic Development. This is a good move, to encourage new business and industry for our area.
Bobcats nail 2nd place in State Championship
The Drexel boys played in the Class 1 State Championship in Nixa, Mo and placed 2nd overall:
1 Sacred Heart High School 324-317 = 641
2 Drexel High School 329-331 = 660
3 Linn High School 331-337 = 668
4 La Plata High School 346-323 = 669
5 Louisiana High School 340-332 = 672
6 Tipton High School 352-333 = 685
7 St. Vincent High School 354-351 = 705
8 Mound City High School 376-387 = 763
9 Mid-Buchanan High School 389-384 = 773
Individual results Rd1 Rd2 Total
2 Trevor L Cooley 82 73 15511 Justin M Thomas 82 84 166
18 Keifer R Shipley 84 85 169
20 Cody D Russell 81 89 170
Walk-a-thon nets over $900 for Senior Center meals program
Elementary students walk for Senior Center 'Miles for Meals'
The annual walk-a-thon for Older Americans Month was observed at the Butler Elementary School during the first week in May. Children were asked to secure pledges to help support the Senior Center meals program. They did their walking during their physical education classes. Over $900 was raised. For their efforts the highest money raisers received Wal-Mart gift cards.
The annual walk-a-thon for Older Americans Month was observed at the Butler Elementary School during the first week in May. Children were asked to secure pledges to help support the Senior Center meals program. They did their walking during their physical education classes. Over $900 was raised. For their efforts the highest money raisers received Wal-Mart gift cards.
For the largest amount, over $500, Hunter Stevenson received a $25 card, T. Allison received a $20 card for raising $100, and Cassie Wason raised $87.50 and received a $15 card. Two additional students, Dillon Hill and Jackson Rotert each received $5 gift cards for raising $55 and $40 respectively. The Board, staff and participants at the Senior Center greatly appreciate the help of Butler Elementary students.
-our thanks to Len Redding
Quilt Shop Hop coming next week...
Seven area quilt shops are gearing up for the 4th Annual Sac-Osage quilt Shop Hop. This year the Shop Hop will be Thursday May 24th Friday May 25th and Saturday May 26th. Each shop will be open extended hours from 9 am to 7 pm all three days.
Participating shops include: Brenda's Quilt Stop and More near El Dorado Springs, Creative Notions in Stockton, D bar J Quilts in Rockville, Kountry Kin Fabrics in Rich Hill, Material Matters in El Dorado Springs, Nine Patch Quilts in Nevada, and the Rocking Chair Quilts in Butler.
Start by going to the closest shop and pick up a passport. have it stamped at all seven locations to qualify for a chance to win a $350.00 shopping spree.
Participating shops include: Brenda's Quilt Stop and More near El Dorado Springs, Creative Notions in Stockton, D bar J Quilts in Rockville, Kountry Kin Fabrics in Rich Hill, Material Matters in El Dorado Springs, Nine Patch Quilts in Nevada, and the Rocking Chair Quilts in Butler.
-courtesy of FM the Bullet
BHS golfers play in state tournament
Two members of the Butler High School Golf team participated in the Missouri State Golf Tournament over the past two days at the Twin Oaks Country Club in Springfield, Missouri. Joe Strauch and Brett Miller participated along with 89 other golfers from Class 2. Joe shot an 80-83 for a two day total of 163, which place him 23rd overall. Brett shot an 88-78 for a two day total of 166, which place him 33rd overall. These two players represented Butler very well. I received so many comments from other coaches, and parents on their attitude, sportsmanship, and the playing ability of both of these young men.
-our thanks to Tammy Appleberry
Attention Amoret residents and other W. 52 commuters
Construction company APAC of Columbia, Mo. has announced that the west 52 bridge over Mulberry Creek will NOT be closed this year. While initial plans were to close the bridge for replacement during the closure of the Miami Creek bridge, it has been announced in writing that Mulberry bridge will remain open for now.
APAC says the Mulberry bridge is officially slated for replacement in the Spring of 2013.
As scheduled, the Miami Creek bridge will be closed beginning May 21st for a minimum of 80 days as crews demolish and rebuild with a wider bridge of modern design.
APAC says the Mulberry bridge is officially slated for replacement in the Spring of 2013.
As scheduled, the Miami Creek bridge will be closed beginning May 21st for a minimum of 80 days as crews demolish and rebuild with a wider bridge of modern design.
Standoff in Adrian ends with arrest
The Bates County Sheriff's Department, Missouri Highway Patrol and Adrian police made repeated attempts to contact the individual prior to taking him into custody around 6:45 a.m.
The identity of the individual is unknown and it is also unclear what charges will be filed.
Bates County Live will provide full details as they are released from the Bates County Sheriff's Department officials.
Bates County Elks blood drive next week
There will be a blood drive on Tuesday, May 22nd at the Bates County Elks Lodge from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. When you register to give blood you will receive a buy one get one free voucher at the Schlitterbahm Waterpark.
To sign up online go to www.esavealifenow.org and use sponsor code: bateselks. If you have any questions, please contact Terry Agnew at 660-424-0919 or Bruce Baker at 660-200-7040.
To sign up online go to www.esavealifenow.org and use sponsor code: bateselks. If you have any questions, please contact Terry Agnew at 660-424-0919 or Bruce Baker at 660-200-7040.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Two car crash at 71 and 18 highway overpass this morning
An Archie man and El Dorado Springs Mo woman were involved in a two car accident around 7:40 this morning on the 18 highway overpass in Adrian. Tiffany L. Woody, 29, was driving eastbound on 18 and struck the side of a car driven by Jack E. Reeder, 59, as the Reeder car pulled from the 71 highway ramp onto 18.
Woody was transported to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Reeder refused treatment at the scene. Both drivers were wearing seat belts at the time of the accident according to MSHP Trooper Dodson.
Woody was transported to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Reeder refused treatment at the scene. Both drivers were wearing seat belts at the time of the accident according to MSHP Trooper Dodson.
John O'Bannon memorial set for May 30th
The untimely sudden passing of Judge John O’Bannon sent shock throughout our community. Therefore, the community is getting together to honor Judge O’Bannon’s memory on:
Wednesday afternoon, May 30, 2012 at 4:30 pm
West Side of the Bates County Courthouse where a tree will be planted in his memory
Immediately thereafter at the Bates County Elks Lodge located west and north of the courthouse at 1000 Elks Drive, where we will share our best Judge O’Bannon stories – those with the glasses up and those with them pulled down on his nose!
Memorial Contributions should be made to:
Judge O’Bannon Memorial Fund in care of
Senator Harold L. Caskey, PO Box 45, Butler, MO 64730,
Or the Adrian Bank
These funds will be used to cover the expense of the tree planting memorial and to purchase updated furnishing for the small Bates County Courtroom.
We ask that you extend this invitation to those you know who were friends of John.
Wednesday afternoon, May 30, 2012 at 4:30 pm
West Side of the Bates County Courthouse where a tree will be planted in his memory
Immediately thereafter at the Bates County Elks Lodge located west and north of the courthouse at 1000 Elks Drive, where we will share our best Judge O’Bannon stories – those with the glasses up and those with them pulled down on his nose!
Memorial Contributions should be made to:
Judge O’Bannon Memorial Fund in care of
Senator Harold L. Caskey, PO Box 45, Butler, MO 64730,
Or the Adrian Bank
These funds will be used to cover the expense of the tree planting memorial and to purchase updated furnishing for the small Bates County Courtroom.
We ask that you extend this invitation to those you know who were friends of John.
-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
Bates County Recorder of Deeds completes training
Bates County Recorder Lucille Mundey just completed her required training by attending the RAM 2012 Training Conference April 23 thru April 26 at the InterContinental Hotel in Kansas City. During the session, Lucille was appointed chairman of the Audit Committee. The conference included current technology for recorders, sessions on MERS (Mortgage Electronic Transfer System), Sovereign Citizens, Legislative Updates, Disaster Recovery, and open discussions relating to current recording problems.
Butler Alumni rapidly approaching...
Schedule of Butler High School Alumni Activities May 26th
7:30 a.m. - 5k walk check in at the new track at Nursery and Bus. 71 highway
7:30 a.m. - 5k walk check in at the new track at Nursery and Bus. 71 highway
11 a.m. - Parade - line up in the East parking lot of high school
1:25 p.m. lunch - (sign in just prior)
2:30 p.m. - Tour elementary, Jr and Sr. high schools
3 p.m. - Slide presentation "BHS Through the Years" featuring alumni band and choir
4 p.m. - Alumni business meeting in the auditorium
5 p.m. - Time Capsule Ceremony
3 p.m. - Slide presentation "BHS Through the Years" featuring alumni band and choir
4 p.m. - Alumni business meeting in the auditorium
5 p.m. - Time Capsule Ceremony
More details to be published later....
Butler woman in single car crash this morning
Around 6:45 this morning 20 year old Whitney R. Axe of Butler sustained minor injuries in a single car accident on county road 6004 just east of county road 3453. According to the report, the eastbound 1994 Chevrolet driven by Axe traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a utility pole.
The driver was taken by private vehicle for treatment at the Bates County Memorial Hospital.
The driver was taken by private vehicle for treatment at the Bates County Memorial Hospital.
Alpacas and Elks Team up to support Autism famies
On Saturday, June 2nd, 2012, Alpacas for Autism and the Adrian Elks will host an Alpaca Fiber Festival in Adrian, Missouri Proceeds from the event will benefit Adrian Elks Lodge 2864 and Alpacas for Autism, a nonprofit organization with a unique mission, “To improve the quality of life for individuals with Autism by teaching the fiber arts and using alpacas to improve social skills.”
Event Details
The open house style event will run from 10am to 3pm. Appropriate for all ages, this event will feature personal interaction with alpacas, goats and even a llama named Josh! The Adrian Elks will be offering a great menu of homemade treats so no one will go away hungry. Area fiber artists will be on hand to demonstrate their skills including, spinning, felting, weaving and knitting. Attendees will have the opportunity to try their hand at fiber processing and even create an alpaca craft to take home. Alpaca fiber, roving, yarn and finished goods will be available for purchase as well. A family friendly, fun time in the country for all!
Event Details
The open house style event will run from 10am to 3pm. Appropriate for all ages, this event will feature personal interaction with alpacas, goats and even a llama named Josh! The Adrian Elks will be offering a great menu of homemade treats so no one will go away hungry. Area fiber artists will be on hand to demonstrate their skills including, spinning, felting, weaving and knitting. Attendees will have the opportunity to try their hand at fiber processing and even create an alpaca craft to take home. Alpaca fiber, roving, yarn and finished goods will be available for purchase as well. A family friendly, fun time in the country for all!
Gift card winners announced by Country Mart
The winners of the Country Mart Mother’s Day contest have been announced:
The following people won a 25 dollar gift card and a dozen roses
Ruth Herring
Tracy Nelson
Joani Boleyn
Cindy McWhorter
Tommy Roberts
Shari cox
Kathlene Cumpton
Alan Zellmer
James Robey and Marla Kash
The following people won a 25 dollar gift card and a dozen roses
Ruth Herring
Tracy Nelson
Joani Boleyn
Cindy McWhorter
Tommy Roberts
Shari cox
Kathlene Cumpton
Alan Zellmer
James Robey and Marla Kash
-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
Monday, May 14, 2012
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Rich Hill PD weekly report
Rich Hill Police Department Activity Report
May7, 2012 to May 13, 2012
05-07-2012
05-08-2012
ANIMAL AT LARGE
TRESPASSING
05-09-2012
SPEAK TO OFFICER
05-10-2012
VANDALISM
05-11-2012
BURGLARY
ANIMAL AT LARGE
05-12-2012
THEFT
05-13-2012
DOMESTIC
ANIMAL AT LARGE
Bates County Sheriff's Department weekly report
Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report
May7, 2012 to May 13, 2012
05-07-2012
ANIMAL AT LARGE-Butler
THEFT-Archie at approximately 0715 hours Deputies responded to an attempted theft in rural Archie, MO
VANDALISM-Adrian at approximately 0815 hours Deputies responded to a vandalism in rural Adrian, MO.
ANIMAL AT LARGE-Passaic
AMBULANCE REQUEST-Butler
SPEAK TO OFFICER-Butler Deputies took a walk in report of child pornography.
SPEAK TO OFFICER-Drexel
THEFT-Rich Hill
ANIMAL AT LARGE-Passaic
SPEAK TO OFFICER-Rich Hill
Butler R-5 Awards Day Royalty...
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| Senior Darcy Fleener was awarded Best Girl Citizen and Senior Trustin Simpson was awarded Best Boy Citizen. Darcy is the daughter of Mike and Tonya Fleener and Trustin is the son of Brian Simpson. |
BCYAC again sponsoring Pool Pals Program
The Bates County Youth Advocacy Council will once again sponsor the Pool Pals program. The program, in its 7th year, provides season pool passes to children who either cannot afford to swim or have special needs or considerations.
“Last year, we were able to buy season passes for 57 children,” said Dennis Page, President of the BCYAC. “That was because of the generosity of the businesses, organizations, and people of Bates County.” BCYAC serves as a link by gathering donations for the pool passes and then providing them to children in the community. Page adds that a list of children is compiled and then given to the BCYAC and the council works its way down the list as money comes in. “We trust the groups that give us the names of these children,” said Page. “They know the children and know their needs.”
In a 2010 follow-up survey, parents wrote: “My children had the chance to do something we couldn’t afford…swim every day. It was great for them!” “My child thought this was the best summer of his life. I had lost my job and we couldn’t even afford to go once without this.” “My daughter lost 30 pounds this summer because she went to the pool…she looks good.” “We can’t afford swim lessons, but because my kids could go every day, they learned to swim really ‘good’. They even could dive off the diving board…”
If you are interested in sponsoring a child, an individual pass costs $70, a family of two costs $140, a family of three costs $180, a family of four costs $220, and a family of five costs $260. According to Page, “We take any donation amount…whether you just have $5 to donate or want to sponsor an entire family. We work it out by combining donations or buying family passes…whichever way we can send the most children.”
If you are interested in donating to the Pool Pals program, you can mail your donation to BCYAC, P.O. Box 466, Butler, MO 64730. Thank you for supporting our youth!
“Last year, we were able to buy season passes for 57 children,” said Dennis Page, President of the BCYAC. “That was because of the generosity of the businesses, organizations, and people of Bates County.” BCYAC serves as a link by gathering donations for the pool passes and then providing them to children in the community. Page adds that a list of children is compiled and then given to the BCYAC and the council works its way down the list as money comes in. “We trust the groups that give us the names of these children,” said Page. “They know the children and know their needs.”
In a 2010 follow-up survey, parents wrote: “My children had the chance to do something we couldn’t afford…swim every day. It was great for them!” “My child thought this was the best summer of his life. I had lost my job and we couldn’t even afford to go once without this.” “My daughter lost 30 pounds this summer because she went to the pool…she looks good.” “We can’t afford swim lessons, but because my kids could go every day, they learned to swim really ‘good’. They even could dive off the diving board…”
If you are interested in sponsoring a child, an individual pass costs $70, a family of two costs $140, a family of three costs $180, a family of four costs $220, and a family of five costs $260. According to Page, “We take any donation amount…whether you just have $5 to donate or want to sponsor an entire family. We work it out by combining donations or buying family passes…whichever way we can send the most children.”
If you are interested in donating to the Pool Pals program, you can mail your donation to BCYAC, P.O. Box 466, Butler, MO 64730. Thank you for supporting our youth!
-our thanks to Dennis Page, President, BCYAC, Inc.
Obituary - Lola Grimsley
Funeral services for Lola Grimsley will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor E. Wayne Pierce officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Benjamin Cemetery, Amoret, Missouri. Contributions to Bates County Genealogy Committee.
Lola Luetta Grimsley, age 86 formerly of Amoret, Missouri passed Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Adrian Manor in Adrian, Missouri. She was born October 15, 1925 to Dwight Hicklin Sr. and Evelyn Phoebe Dixon Bitner in Amoret.
Lola enjoyed reading history and mystery novels, sewing, mowing her yard and researching genealogy. She was even able to trace her family’s history all the way back to Ireland. Lola is survived by one son, Alan Grimsley and wife Martha of Adrian, Missouri; two daughters, Judy Pierce and husband Earl of Butler, Missouri and Fran Roberts and companion James Diehl of Topeka, Kansas; two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Bitner of Butler, Missouri and Loraine Bitner of Miami, Oklahoma; 7 grandchildren, Perry and Tracy Ewbank, Jennifer Doring, Loretta Gray, Josh and Sara Grimsley and Terie Beverlin; 17 great-grandchildren and 3 great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William “Bill” Grimsley; two brothers, Dwight and Truman Bitner; one sister, Erma Johnston and a great-granddaughter, Cassidy Jo Grimsley.
Lola Luetta Grimsley, age 86 formerly of Amoret, Missouri passed Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Adrian Manor in Adrian, Missouri. She was born October 15, 1925 to Dwight Hicklin Sr. and Evelyn Phoebe Dixon Bitner in Amoret.
Lola enjoyed reading history and mystery novels, sewing, mowing her yard and researching genealogy. She was even able to trace her family’s history all the way back to Ireland. Lola is survived by one son, Alan Grimsley and wife Martha of Adrian, Missouri; two daughters, Judy Pierce and husband Earl of Butler, Missouri and Fran Roberts and companion James Diehl of Topeka, Kansas; two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Bitner of Butler, Missouri and Loraine Bitner of Miami, Oklahoma; 7 grandchildren, Perry and Tracy Ewbank, Jennifer Doring, Loretta Gray, Josh and Sara Grimsley and Terie Beverlin; 17 great-grandchildren and 3 great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William “Bill” Grimsley; two brothers, Dwight and Truman Bitner; one sister, Erma Johnston and a great-granddaughter, Cassidy Jo Grimsley.
Lady Bears headed to State this weekend
The Lady Bears advancing to the STATE TRACK MEET this Friday/Saturday at Jeff City
Kiersten Morris: 3rd place 100M Hurdles
4x400M Relay Team: 3rd place (Kassidy Hannah, Kayla Morris, Brytani Musick, Kiersten Morris)
Kiersten Morris: 3rd place 100M Hurdles
4x400M Relay Team: 3rd place (Kassidy Hannah, Kayla Morris, Brytani Musick, Kiersten Morris)
- our thanks to Tammy Appleberry and Amber Solomon
Sunday, May 13, 2012
Large group attends Mother's Day Tea Party
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| Guest speaker Beth Jones |
The event included a visit from the Lorene Boyd family, as four generations were present.
The Mother's Day tea party was held as an extension of the Grief Share program, a support system of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences- so you don't have to go it alone whether you've lost a mother, brother, daughter or anyone close to you.
More information can be found on the Grief Share web site www.griefshare.org
Obituary - Charlie Boyd
Funeral services for Charlie Boyd will be 3 p.m. Monday, May 14, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Brother Bill Perkey officiating. There is no visitation. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Heartland Hospice or Butler First Christian Church.
Charles “Charlie” Homer Boyd, age 87 of Butler, Missouri, died Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Adrian Manor in Adrian, Missouri. He was born April 16, 1925 to Grover Vergil and Amy Alice Cox Boyd in Bates County, Missouri.
Charlie is survived by two sons, Jerry Boyd and wife Elaine and Terry Boyd and Pam, all of Harrisonville, Missouri; two sisters, Alma Lou Anderson of Overland Park, Kansas and Alice Wendleton of Independence, Missouri; three grandchildren, Katie Satrom and husband Russell, Eric Boyd and girlfriend Sarah Holland and Geriann Boyd; one brother-in-law; and nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Jeanie in 1995; two brothers, Milford and Junior; and three sisters, Shirley Boyd, Ruby Knowles and Thelma Lankford.
Charles “Charlie” Homer Boyd, age 87 of Butler, Missouri, died Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Adrian Manor in Adrian, Missouri. He was born April 16, 1925 to Grover Vergil and Amy Alice Cox Boyd in Bates County, Missouri.
Charlie is survived by two sons, Jerry Boyd and wife Elaine and Terry Boyd and Pam, all of Harrisonville, Missouri; two sisters, Alma Lou Anderson of Overland Park, Kansas and Alice Wendleton of Independence, Missouri; three grandchildren, Katie Satrom and husband Russell, Eric Boyd and girlfriend Sarah Holland and Geriann Boyd; one brother-in-law; and nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Jeanie in 1995; two brothers, Milford and Junior; and three sisters, Shirley Boyd, Ruby Knowles and Thelma Lankford.
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