UPDATE: Dump Truck Wreck West Of Butler

The Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Bates County EMS and Bates County Sheriff's Department responded to a 1 vehicle dump truck accident this afternoon around 1:45pm outside of Butler. The accident was on 52 West 1 mile West of I-49. The accident occured with the 1998 Peterbilt driven by Rodney L. Deforest 59, of Louisburg Kansas Was travelling West Bound on Missouri 52 Highway and travelled off the right side of the roadway and returned to the roadway and slide out of control. The truck then  overturned and came to rest in the ditch on the Southside of the roadway. Mr. Deforest was taken by ambulance to Bates County Memorial Hospital with moderate injuries. The vehicle was totalled and towed from the scene by Gilkey's Tow Of Rich Hill Missouri.

UPDATE: 1 Vehicle Accident On 52 East

Around 10:40am this morning Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Bates County EMS and Butler Fire Department responded to a 1 vehicle accident on 52 East Highway around County Road 3505. The accident occured when the 2004 GMC driven by Daylon Turner 26, of Appleton City was traveling Westbound in Highway 52 and travelled off the left side of the roadway and struck a embankment. The driver recieved moderate injuries and was transported by ambulance to Bates County Memorial Hospital. The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene by Dons Tow of Butler.

2013 Butler Bears Football Schedule

Photos From The Butler Bears Pancake Scrimmage

The Butler Bears held there annual Pancake breakfast and scrimmage this morning around 7:30pm. The Bears will take place in a Jamboree at Adrian at 6:30pm on August 23, 2013 then they will kick the season off Friday August 30 at Adrian game starts at 7pm. Football season is back in Bates County on behave of Bates County Live we wish the Bears the best of luck on the 2013-2014 season.

Dump Truck Wreck Outside Of Butler

Bates County Sheriff along with Butler Fire Department responded to a dump truck that over turned and is in the ditch on West 52 Highway a little over a mile West of Butler. The truck is still in the ditch and they are awaiting a wrecker to get it moved. The truck was from Garden City and The driver wasn't injuried. Bates County Live will update this when and if more information becomes available

1 Vehicle Accident On 52 East

Bates County Sheriff's Department along with Butler Fire Department and Missouri State Highway Patrol is in route to a 1 vehicle accident on East 52 Highway just West of  N Highway. No reports of  injuries at this time. Bates County Live will update this when more information becomes available.

Fight Night On 49 III Flyer

REMINDER: BUTLER CITY WIDE GARAGE SALE DEADLINE AUGUST 29TH TO REGISTER

It’s time to get the fall Butler City Wide Garage Sale on your agenda.  Sign up by 10 am Thursday August 29^th  to register your Butler City Wide Garage Sale with the Butler Chamber of Commerce. Each permit is $10.00 per residence. There  will be a Junk in your Trunk permit sold for those wanting to bring your items to the Family Center Parking Lot on that date that price is $5.00 per booth. Stop by the Butler Chamber of Commerce today to register your fall Garage Sale with the Chamber .  Deadline is August 29^th at 10 am . The Chamber Office is located at 5 North Main Street in Butler. ( East side of the Butler Square )


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Enrollment Period for 4-H Youth Program Underway

(BUTLER, MO – August 22, 2013)  - Open enrollment for 4-H clubs in west central Missouri is underway now and runs to November 1, 2013.

 

As the largest out-of-school youth organization in the world, 4-H is open to all boys and girls, ages 5 to18. Children who are five to seven years old (as of Jan.1, 2014) are eligible for 4-H Clover Kids, an introductory program. 

 

Youths who are 8 to 18 years of age (as of Jan.1, 2014) can select from a variety of 4-H projects and activities that stress social and life skills in areas such as decision making, communication, social interaction, civic responsibility and physical skills.

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

REMINDER: Pancake Breakfast Tomorrow Morning 7:30am

Hey everyone don't forget the pancake scrimmage at football field Saturday 8/17. Pancakes will be served beginning at 730 a.m. and then the football boys take the field at 8:15 for a scrimmage. Then football boys, softball and volleyball girls and fall cheerleaders will be introduced..
 
We will also have the merchandise trailer opened for anyone to get stocked on thier bear needs...

Pancake breakfast is free but appreciate any freewill donation.

Obituary - William G. "Bill" Clum

William G. "Bill" Clum, 78, Harrisonville, MO, died Friday, August 16, 2013 at Lee's Summit Medical Center in Lee's Summit, MO. Services are pending at the Atkinson Funeral Home, Harrisonville.

Obituary- Raymond Morgan

Funeral services for Raymond Morgan will be 11:00 AM Monday, August 19, 2013 at Mullinax Funeral Home in Butler, Missouri (660) 679-0009 with Pastors John Park and Ruth Winkler officiating, and special words from Layne Ziegler. Visitation Sunday evening, 5-7 PM at the funeral home. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions are suggested to the First Christian Church of Butler. Messages and memories may be left for the family atwww.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Raymond Donald Morgan, 82 of Butler, Missouri passed away August 16, 2013 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.

Raymond was born March 21, 1931 in Louisburg, Kansas, the son of Eddie and Mary (Obermeier) Morgan.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Eddie Jr., as well as a granddaughter, Hannah. Raymond is survived by his wife, Norma Morgan of Butler; son Lynn (Paula) Morgan; two daughters, Kathy Morgan and Patricia (Kermit) Cottrell; six grand-daughters, Lindsey, Rachel (Travis), Robin (Luther), Mary, Katherine, and Jessica; and three great-grandsons, Remmington, Tristyn, and Avry.

Bates County Sheriffs Department Utilizes MOSWIN radio system‏

Missouri has built a statewide public safety interoperable communications system, known as the Missouri Statewide Interoperability Network (MOSWIN). MOSWIN is a network of communications towers, base stations and communications software. The project is providing the infrastructure that will provide interoperable communications throughout the state to both state public safety agencies and any local jurisdictions that wish to use the system for their interoperable communications. The system meets a Federal Communications Commission mandate that all public safety agencies in the U.S. operate only in a “narrowband” mode after Jan. 1, 2013. 

The Statewide Interoperability Network serves two primary functions:

· Providing internal communications capabilities for state agencies, including the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Department of Natural Resources and State Emergency Management Agency.

· Providing a statewide interoperability platform and access for local agencies to achieve interoperable communications with local, state, regional and federal agencies.

The network operates five channels per site in the “trunked” radio mode and utilizes predominantly VHF High Band public safety spectrum (150 MHz) consisting of 75 radio sites statewide.

Starting on 8/15/2013 the Bates County Sheriff’s Office has started using the MOSWIN system.  The yearlong project required the Sheriff’s Office to upgrade the entire radio system to digital radios.  Each patrol vehicle in the fleet required new radios and each Deputy received a new portable radio to carry. 

“Prior to utilizing the MOSWIN radio system the Bates County Sheriff’s Office has always struggled with radio coverage throughout the County.  It is a danger to the citizens and the Deputies that work for our County to not have a reliable radio system,” says Sheriff Anderson.   “In 2009, when I took office I began working on our radio system problems.  We began in 2010 with new radio console in the Communication room.  

Then we conducted studies of our radio coverage, just to find out that being the 6^th largest county in the State of Missouri hindered our ability to have radio coverage without investing $250,000 to $500,000.  This cost would have been to place four additional antennas strategically throughout the county and upgrade the current mobile and portable radios.”

During the last four years citizens that had knowledge of the radio problems had offered to allow the county to install the needed antennas on their property.   Sheriff Anderson says, “By utilizing the MOSWIN system, which includes the utilizing State of Missouri’s antennas, Bates County has saved money on the cost of the antennas, installation, maintenance and future upgrades. The our total project cost was $92,000 saving our local tax payers anywhere from $160,000 to $400,000”

“Going digital on the MOSWIN system was a no brainer.  The average age of our current radios were about 10 years old or older.  We were in the need to upgrade our mobile and portable radios to be compliant with new regulations, so we purchased the digital radios.  Last year we received 4 radios on a MOSWIN Grant through the State of Missouri and this year we are receiving 2 additional radios through the same grant.  These two grants alone saved us an additional $30,000.” says Anderson. 

Obituary- Amanda Lou Marshall

Amanda Lou Marshall, 55 of Harrisonville, Missouri, died Thursday, August 15, 2013 at her sister’s home in Harrisonville. Services are pending at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri.

Amanda was born February 18, 1958 in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Lewis and Audrey Gail (Barrett) Marshall. Amanda lived in Pennsylvania and Arizona before moving to Missouri. She had lived in Harrisonville for 18 years. Amanda owned Hideaway Pet Services in Harrisonville, a kennel for dogs and cats.

Amanda was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Tim Marshall. She is survived by one daughter, Audrey Taylor Marshall, Harrisonville; two brothers, Alan Marshall, Harrisonville and Michael Marshall, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania; one sister, Patricia Harris and her husband, Richard, Harrisonville and a step-grandmother, Mary Lou Marshall, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania.

Obituary: Glen Troy Evans

Glen Troy Evans, 91, Grandview, Missouri, formerly of Adrian, Missouri, died Thursday, August 15, 2013 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral services are pending at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian. A complete obituary will be posted when available.

BUTLER PARKS AND REC FREE MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK

Grab the family for a “Movie in the Park” Saturday evening August 24^th. The show will hit the screen at dusk… it’s all free to the public, just bring a lawn chair and enjoy the movie “ Despicable Me” at the North Field of the City Park. Kids under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. There will be concession stands available and restroom facilities. It is all sponsored by the Butler Parks and Recreation of the Butler City Hall. This will be held at the North Park in Butler

Adrian Bank Open House Event

Friday August 23rd, 2013 Adrian Bank Branch In Archie will hosts a open house event. The Butler Branch of Adrian Bank will host a open house the following Saturday August 24th. The open house events is a way for Adrian Bank to say thank you for your business.. Everyone come out and enjoy.

UPDATE: Rollover Accident On F Highway

On August 14th around 6:30am Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Bates County Sheriff and Amsterdam Fire Department all responded to a 1 vehicle accident on F Highway 0.3 miles East of County Road 9001. The accident occured when the 2003 Chevrolet Truck Driven by Logan T. Rogers of Pleasant Hill Missouri was traveling Westbound crossed the center line, traveled off the left side of the roadway and struck a culvert. The truck then became airborne, struck the ground and begin to roll coming to rest on it's wheels. Mr. Rogers refused treatment at the scene. The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene by Miller Tow Company.

Have You Heard The News At Ozark Shores Rentals

Ozark Shores Rentals Home Furnishing is running a one day special on any new agreement. You rent one month, Then pay one month and recieve one month free of charge really? Are you serious? Yes you heard it right... Swing on by and check out the new stock of Catnapper Camo Recliners.. They are perfect for a rustic look or a Man Cave. Ozark Shores rentals is located at 1009 W. Ft. Scott here in Butler or you can call 660 - 200 -7253 for more information.

Looking For Local Catering We Have The Guy For You

CCW Class Held In Bates County

The Bates County Sheriff is hosting a CCW class on September 7th starting at 8 a.m. The fee for the class is $80.00. You will have to bring a semi-automatic and a revolver with 70 rounds for each gun. Spots are limited for the class. If you want to take the class please call 660-679-3232 and ask for Jami to reserve your spot.

Boil Water Advisory

We have a Boil Water Advisory for all of N highway Southeast of Butler. This is in effect Thursday, Aug. 15, until they get the tests back. A boil “advisory” means conditions are in your best interest to boil all drinking water.

Osage Valley Power Outages

We are experiencing an outage at the Crescent Hill substation. This outage is affecting members in the areas of Passaic, Adrian, Amsterdam, Drexel and Archie. Crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible. Should be up within a hour.

CIRCUIT COURT, AUG 9-15, 2013‏

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE

Diana L Rich , Clerk

Aug 9-15, 2013

St v. Neal Stanley Eldridge, Amended charges, I: Felony statutory sodomy, 6 counts, found guilty, sentenced to 6 years in MDOC on each count, sentences to be served concurrently with each other.

St v. Terrell L Robinson Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana, found guilty, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, to pay $150 on State Forensic Labatory Account costs, court costs, to attend and successfully complete any counseling/treatment as ordered, to be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, to perform 200 hours of community service.

Embarq Missouri, INC v City Collector, City of Butler, MO & City of Butler, MO, Petition for Declaratory Judgment, Refund of Taxes Paid Under Protest and Attorney’s Fees filed.

Lester A Hobbs v. Janice J Payne, Petition for Damages filed.

Janet K Edwards v Claude R Edwards, Sr, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Weather Update: Incredible August Weather

Incredible August weather will prevail across the Missouri Ozarks & southeastern Kansas the remainder of the week into the weekend. Temperatures will be 10 to 15 degrees below normal. Enjoy!

Nevada Police Looking For Man Who Is Exposing Himself To Women

The Nevada Police Department is looking for a man that has exposed himself on 2 different occasions to women. The man has been described as a White male, Between the ages of 18-25 around 5'8 - 5'10 inches tall with a slim build. He also appears to be clean shaven and speaks in a confused manner. If you have any information or see someone who is out of place please contact the Nevada Police Department 417-448-5100.

BATES COUNTY FARM BUREAU MEETING AND MEMBER APPRECIATION DINNER

It’s time for the Bates County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. Bates County Farm Bureau Board has had a good year and would like to share their accomplishments with their members.

The Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Dinner is for Farm Bureau Members only. The doors will open at 6 pm on August 22^nd. The "Members only", appreciation dinner will be served at 6:30. The Farm Bureau Meeting and Member Dinner will be held at the Youth Building on the Bates County Fairgrounds.  The Guest Speaker will be Glen Cope a Past American Farm Bureau Young Farmer and Rancher Chairman.

Sent your RSVP to 660-679-3155 as soon as possible.

Butler Police Department Press Release: Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Arrest

On 08/14/2013 at or about 11:22am officers stopped a pickup for expired license plates. A search of the vehicle was conducted at which time methamphetamine was located inside the vehicle along with drug paraphernalia. The driver and two occupants of the vehicle were arrested and transported to the Bates Co Sheriffs Office pending formal charges. Bates County Live will update then when charges have been filed

Stockman invites Missouri rodeo clown to perform in Texas

Liberals want to bronco bust dissent, create a state of fear

WASHINGTON -- Congressman Steve Stockman Wednesday invited the rodeo clowns who performed at the Missouri State Fair, and were banned or ordered into “sensitivity training” when one clown mocked President Barack Obama, to perform at a rodeo in Texas’ 36th District.

Fair officials did not reveal the clown’s identity.

“Liberals want to bronco bust dissent. But Texans value speech, even if its speech they don’t agree with,” said Stockman, “From Molly Ivins to Louie Gohmert and every opinion between Texans value free and open political speech.  I’m sure any rodeo in Texas would be proud to have performers.”

“Disagreeing with speech is one thing. Banning it and ordering citizens into reeducation classes for mocking a liberal leader is another,” said Stockman. “Liberals have targeted this man for personal destruction to create a climate of fear.”

“The liberal reaction is straight out of Alinsky.  They want to crush dissent by isolating and polarizing anyone who questions Obama, even if it’s a rodeo clown with a harmless gag,” said Stockman. “The idea to create a state of fear and make people afraid to trivialize Obama.  No one tried to personally destroy the rodeo clown who wore a George H.W. Bush mask.”

From The Butler R-5 School District

Elementary School Parents - Welcome Back to Butler Elementary. We are excited to begin a New School Year. Building opens at 7:40 each day and tomorrow is our regular early out day and release time is 1:45 pm.

The Pettis County Sheriff to begin responsibility for all aspects of issuing Conceal Carry Permits Aug 28th

Missouri Sheriffs to Begin Issuing Conceal Carry Permits August 28th 

Pursuant to SB75 which was signed by Governor Nixon, responsibility for issuing Conceal Carry Permits as well as renewal of Conceal Carry Permits will transfer from the Department of Revenue to local Sheriffs on August 28th. 

Persons making application for a new concealed carry permit, or renewal of an existing conceal carry permit, should submit the required fees and paperwork to the Sheriff of the county in which they reside. 

Upon completion of the required background checks, successful applicants will be issued a concealed carry permit by the Sheriff of the county. 

Conceal Carry Permits issued August 28th and thereafter will be valid for 5 years, at which time they will need to be renewed. Any conceal carry permit which has not been renewed after 6 months will be voided. 

Permits which were issued prior to August 28th, 2013 will still be valid until their expiration date, at which time the holder will need to renew their conceal carry permit with the Sheriff of the county in which they reside. Renewals will be valid for 5 years. 

Records regarding conceal carry permit holders are Closed Records, and any unauthorized release is a Class A misdemeanor. 

Change of Name, Change of Address as well as lost or stolen permits will need to be reported to the Sheriff. Upon notification the Sheriff will issue a new permit with updated information for a fee of $10.00. 

The original application fee for a conceal carry permit cannot exceed $100.00, and the renewal fee cannot exceed $50.00. 

Full body of text for SB75 can be found athttp://www.senate.mo.gov/13info/pdf-bill/tat/SB75.pdf

Need A Back To School Hair Cut?

Are you Needing a back to school haircut? Give Katie Williams a call or text. 660-424-9154  she has a few openings today.. The shop is Located in Adrian Missouri on Main Street Abby's Shear Madness 

The Bourbon County United Way Zombie Chase

Ozark Shores Rentals Backpack Winners

Winner of The Boys Back to School Backpack Colby Vunovich

Winners of The girls Back to School Backpack Isabelle & Christina Corriston

Ozark Shores Rentals In Butler Missouri had there Back to School back backpack give away drawing yesterday August 13, 2013. The winners of the backpacks were Colby Vunovich ( Boys Back To School Backpack) and Isabella & Christina Corriston ( Girls Back To School Backpack). The backpacks included basic school supplies donated by Ozark Shores Rentals.

BUTLER BEARS JAMBOREE AUGUST 23RD.

The Butler Bear Backers Committee held their first meeting of the year. There were several issues addressed during the meeting.

Doug Lawrence placed a request that the storage building located at the end of Butler High School Ball Field to be used for softball and baseball equipment.

The admission price for the 2013, games were discussed. The admission cost to the Butler Bears Football Games will be $4.00 for adults and $2.00 for students, children under 5 years old will be admitted free of charge.

 The Butler Bears will kick off the 2013 season with the Jamboree to be held August 23^rd in Adrian.

You are reminded that  the Butler Bear Backers do have a website with sports information. That site iswww.butlerbearsfootball.com. This site will keep fans updated on their progress and scheduled events going on at the  Butler Bears Football Field.

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Obituary - Aaron C. Cook

Funeral services for Aaron C. Cook will be 11 a.m. Saturday, August 17, 2013 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Dr. Terry Davis and Reverend Timothy Redding officiating. Visitation will be 9:30 - 11 a.m. prior to services. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Butler Community Food Pantry or Kamp Keirsey.

Aaron Clifford Cook, age 94 of Ballard, Missouri, died Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at Missouri Veterens Home in Warrensburg, Missouri. He was born May 6, 1919 to Elmer Roy and Iona Florence Thomas Cook in Bates County, Missouri.

Aaron is survived by his wife, Mary Ruth Cook of Butler, Missouri (formerly of the Ballard community); a son, David Cook and wife Alice of Buckner, Missouri; two daughters, Lois Miller and husband Richard of Leawood, Kansas and Mary Wood and husband Joseph of Grandview, Missouri; five granddaughters; five great-grandchildren; and two great great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; infant brother, Floyd Cook; nephews, Jerry Cook, Roy Cook and Randy Cook; and brother and sister-in-law Grant and Betty Cook.

Henry County Sheriff's Department Press Release: ADDITIONAL NEWS RELEASE -- 2 ARRESTS, 2 VEHICLES RECOVERED, 2 MORE STOLEN‏

HENRY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
NEWS RELEASE

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

MELISSA R. SPECHT

SAMANTHA A.VERHULST

Two Suspects in Custody, Two Vehicles Recovered From Sunday Morning Thefts / Two More Vehicles Stolen Overnight in the Rural Ladue Areas

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the thefts of three vehicles from rural Henry County on Sunday morning, while two additional suspects, who have been identified, remain at large. Two of the three stolen vehicles have also been recovered, with a possible location of the third one known to law enforcement.

At around 10:00 p.m., on Tuesday, August 13, Sgt. Michael Nelson and Deputy Chase Jackson arrested Melissa R. Specht, age 25, and Samantha A. Verhulst, age 18, both from Belton, Missouri, in connection with the thefts of the three pickup trucks, which occurred during the early morning hours on Sunday, August 11. Additionally, the 2013 and 2006 Ford F-350 pickups stolen from the rural Montrose area have been recovered in the Belton area, as well.

“Deputies are continuing to follow-up on several different leads today, with the assistance of local and Kansas City area law enforcement agencies. We are hoping to have our two additional suspects in custody very soon, as well as the recovery of the third stolen vehicle from the Sunday morning thefts”, Sheriff Oberkrom stated.

On Wednesday, August 14, at around 8:30 a.m., Deputy Antonio Thurman contacted a resident, who reported that a 2004 Ford F-150, white in color, bearing Missouri registration, was stolen from his residence in the 300 block of SW 351 in the Ladue area. Also stolen were the keys to another vehicle, however the second vehicle was not stolen from the residence.

Then at around 10:00 a.m., Deputy Thurman contacted a resident who lives in the 300 block of SW 201, also in the rural Ladue area, who reported that a 1996 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer, gray in color, was stolen from the residence, prior to 7:30 a.m. A debit card that had been left within the vehicle at the time of its theft, was used by the suspect(s) in the Clinton area during the early morning hours.

“The one common factor in all of these thefts is that the vehicles were all unlocked and the vehicle’s keys were within the vehicles, making the vehicles easy targets. I cannot stress enough how important it is to lock your vehicles, as well as removing the keys and any items of value from them as well”, Sheriff Oberkrom concluded.

Anyone with information concerning either of these property crimes is being urged to contact Sgt. Nelson with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at (660) 885-7303 or the TIPS hotline at 1-800-825-8477 or by visiting www.hcsomo.com, then selecting TIPS section.

**UPDATE**

At around 11:30 a.m. today, the stolen 1996 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer was recovered abandoned in the area of MO-Highway 13 & SW 450.

Missouri State Fair bans rodeo clown who mocked Obama

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri State Fair on Monday imposed a lifetime ban on a rodeo clown whose depiction of President Barack Obama getting charged by a bull was widely criticized by Democratic and Republican officials alike.

The rodeo clown won’t be allowed to participate or perform at the fair again. Fair officials say they’re also reviewing whether to take any action against the Missouri Rodeo Cowboy Association, the contractor responsible for Saturday’s event.

The entertainment during the bull riding contest featured a clown wearing a mask of Obama with an upside down broomstick attached to his backside. Spectators were asked if they wanted to see “Obama run down by a bull.” Many in the audience responded enthusiastically.

Numerous Missouri officials denounced the act after video and photos were posted online. Some Democratic Missouri lawmakers suggested Monday that there should be financial consequences for the fair.

The fair said in a written statement announcing the clown’s ban that he had engaged in an “unconscionable stunt” that was “inappropriate and not in keeping with the Fair’s standards.” The fair’s press release did not identify the clown.

At least one person defended him. David Berry, a Missouri Rodeo Cowboy Association member who was at Saturday’s event, described the clown as a friend and said there was nothing offensive or unusual about his actions. Berry said the Obama character was meant to look like a dummy and that rodeo clowns have long performed such acts, often imitating sitting presidents.

“The joke is not that it was the president,” Berry said. “They drag out this person dressed like a dummy and all of the sudden this dummy just takes off running. That’s what’s funny.”

Bates County Elks Lodge Smoked Pork Chop Dinner

Bates County Elks are hosting a Smoked Pork Chop Dinner on Saturday Aug 17 at 6:00 p.m. Dinner includes a 2 in smoked pork chop, potato salad, and baked beans for the cost of $13.00. Reserve your chop today by contacting Jason Bennett @ 660-227-9143, Nathan Agnew @ 660-424-3537 or Ken Olson @ 660-227-0001.

What To Wear Weekly Sale

Big savings! Summer is marked 40% off!!!! Have SOOOO much new for fall!!!! Racks are full! shop small, you'll be glad you did at What to Wear

Weather Update: Incredible August Weather

Incredible August weather will prevail across the Missouri Ozarks & southeastern Kansas the remainder of the week into the weekend. Temperatures will be 10 to 15 degrees below normal. Enjoy!

Kansas Job Fair In Osawatomie

All Miami County Robbery/Home Invasion Suspects Now In Custody

Ruben Antonio Borden-Vasallo Cleveland Ohio

Brian Romero, 21, of Kansas City, Kan.

Julio Irias-Rivera, 23, of Kansas City, Mo.

Julio Irias-Rivera, Ruben Borden-Vasallo and Brian Romero have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that took place on the morning of July 30. According to a release from the Miami County Sheriff’s Office, two men broke into a home in the 25800 block of Old Kansas City Road on the south end of Hillsdale. The men tied up the sole resident of the home, a 62-year-old woman, then threatened her with a knife and stole cash and jewelry.

Miami County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene after the woman freed herself and called 911 at about 11:30 p.m. At about the same time, an officer of the Louisburg Police Department witnessed a vehicle run a red light. When he attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver sped away. The car stopped near 271st Street on U.S. 69 Highway, where Romero and Borden-Vasallo fled.

Irias-Rivera, 23, of Kansas City, Mo., surrendered at the end of the car chase. He was taken into custody but released later that day due to lack of probable cause connecting him to the robbery, Miami County Undersheriff Wayne Minckley said.

Borden-Vasallo and Romero were pursued over the course of the next several days north of Louisburg by multiple agencies, including the Miami County Sheriff’s Office, local police agencies, Johnson County law enforcement officials and the Kansas Highway Patrol.

At about 3:30 p.m. Aug. 1, residents at the 23300 block of Metcalf discovered their home had been broken into, and several items, including clothing, had been stolen. They reported the burglary to law enforcement authorities, who then received reports that a man matching the description of Vasallo, whose photo had been released earlier that day, was trying to hitchhike near U.S. 69 and 223rd Street.

Vasallo, 51, of Cleveland, Ohio, was captured at about 5:50 p.m. Aug. 1 and booked into the Miami County Jail on charges of aggravated robbery and burglary, with bond set at $250,000.

The search continued for Romero for more than a week, with law enforcement pursuing any potential sightings of the suspect. While the men were sought on foot, from helicopters and by K-9 units, in the end, the suspects were caught with what Minckley called “good old-fashioned police work.”

Working with the U.S. Marshall’s Service and the Overland Park Police Department to gather intelligence, the Sheriff’s Office was able to apprehend Romero and Irias-Rivera on Aug. 7 in Kansas City, Kan., and Kansas City, Mo.

Romero, 21, of Kansas City, Kan., was booked into the Miami County Jail that day on charges of kidnapping, aggravated robbery and aggravated burglary. His bond is set at $500,000.

Irias-Rivera was booked Aug. 8 on charges of kidnapping, aggravated robbery and obstructing the legal process or official duty — interference with law enforcement. His bond is set at $250,000.

Courtesy of Louisburg Herald

UPDATE: Car Vs. Cow Accident Last Night

An Adrian resident was taken to Research Medical Center after a motor vehicle mishap near Adrian Tuesday night. Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers along with Bates County Sheriffs Deparment responded to the accident around 9:15 p.m. on State Highway 18, 1 mile North of route Z around 5 miles East of Adrian.

The accident occured when the  Eastbound 2011 Ford Focus driven by 65-year-old Sami Bartel hit a calf that was in the roadway. Bartel was wearing a seatbelt, The vehicle recieved extensive damage and was towed from the scene by Adrian Tire. Ms. Bartel was listed with moderate injuries.

Missouri To Put Tax On Prescription Drugs

If you live in Missouri, you could soon be taxed on prescription drugs.
Governor Jay Nixon vetoed the bill in June, but now the Republican legislature is threatening to bring it back.

House Bill 253 was the Missouri legislature's response to Kansas' move to reduce income tax by streamlining and reducing some taxes in the state. Governor Nixon’s veto of the bill wasn't the end, but the beginning of the debate.

Governor Nixon has spent the summer defending his veto of the bill which he feels harms the state. The bill came with a 42 page fiscal note about how much it would cost the state and outlines the state will bring in more than $200 million from eliminating the prescription drug exemption.

Republicans in favor of the bill say those flaws can be fixed in the next session. They've taken to the airwaves, running commercials trying to drum up public support before trying to override the veto during the September session. Nixon vows to keep up his fight to keep his veto.

Rollover Accident On F Highway

Around 6:30am this morning Missouri State Highway Patrol, Bates County Sheriff's Department along with Amsterdam Fire Department and Bates County EMS all responded to a 1 vehicle rollover accident 10 miles West of Passaic on F Highway. No reports of injuries and the scene has been cleared. Bates County Live will update this when the Highway Patrol report becomes available.