A fun day for Miami alumni

 Winning team: Run Like the Winded 

Front row left to right- Austin Bridges, Jered King, Ryan Good, Matt Meredith. Back row left to right: Timmy Powell, Craig Powell, Jake Johnston, Dylan Good

Just as the Final Four heats up, the gym at Miami R-1 came alive today for the annual alumni basketball tournament. Teams this year:

The Old & Broke
Seth Black, Josh Nieder, Colby Nieder, Tyler Black, Mark Nelson, Ian Wise and Cody King

Summer of 79
Miles Nieder, Terry West, Dylan Fink, Mark Byrd, Tommie Hutchison, Ben Cameron, Brandon Nieder, Rob Filtingberger and Cody King

Gang Green
Todd Hecox, James Burrous, Tyler Cesonis, Mike Erickson, Jeff Harper, Ayran Cumpton and Alex Hollon.

Tropic Thunder
Colby Muller, Jarrett Hermann, Luke Crawford, Trevor Ewbank, Madison Talley, Kaylee Ewbank, Kara Goddard and Chana Erickson.

Run Like The Winded
William Powell, Austin Bridges, Mathew Meredith, Timmy Powell, Michael Carnnahan, Jacob Johnston, Jered King, Ryan Good, Dylan Good and Colby Nieder.

Balding Eagles
Ron Lindsay, Justin Carney, Jamie Henggeler, Joe Carney, Kyle Lewis, Robert Lewis, Joe Chambers, Luke Johnston and Reality Roundy.

Organizers would again like to thank sponsors, players and those who came to watch as well. And yes, plans are in the works to do it again next year!

Crappie Tournament in honor of fallen Clinton Police Officers

Obituary - George Leo Bents

George Leo Bents, age 89 passed away Thursday, March 29, 2018 at his home in Deepwater. Memorial Visitation will be held Monday, April 2, 2018, 6:00-8:00PM at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Missouri. Private family burial. Family suggests memorial contributions to Twin Lakes Hospice and may be left in care of funeral home. Condolences and fond memories may be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

George Leo Bents was born August 15, 1928 to Rancy Sr. and Bena Bents on the farm in Rushmore, Minnesota. On February 27, 1950 he was united in marriage to Dolores May from Sibley, Iowa. He farmed two years and was then drafted into the U.S. Army. There he fought in the Korean War. While enlisted he became a golden glove boxer. After he came home, he farmed south of Rushmore, Minnesota until fall of 1979. They then bought a farm in Deepwater, Missouri where they farmed and had cattle. He also drove the Clinton City Bus for 20 years. When he wasn't farming, he enjoyed gardening, fishing, being with his family and playing the accordion while his dog Maggie sang.

George is survived by Wayne (Ruth) Bents of Rushmore, MN.; Gary (Rachelle) Bents of Deepwater, MO.; Julie Vandyke of Deepwater, MO.; four grandchildren, Jodi Faber, Candy King, Kyle Bents, Jared Bents; and six great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife Dolores Bents; parents Rancy Sr. and Bena Bents; two brothers, Rancy Jr. and Harry Bents; two sisters, Francis Klein and infant sister; infant grandchild, George Eugene Bents; and son-in-law Steve Vandyke.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Missouri.

Obituary - Bruce Edward Base

Bruce E. Base
September 29, 1963 - March 29, 2018
Age: 54 Years, 6 Months, 0 Days

SERVICE
Hill and Son Funeral Home
Appleton City, Missouri
Monday, April 2, 2018
1:00 p.m.

MINISTER
Gary Schmidt

VISITATION
Hill and Son Funeral Home
Appleton City, Missouri
Monday, April 2, 2018
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

INTERMENT
Rockville Cemetery
Rockville, Missouri

MEMORIAL
Rockville Cemetery

Bruce Edward Base passed away peacefully at his home in Rich Hill, Missouri, on March 29, 2018. He was the youngest son of Gilmer Lee and Alice R (Black) Base, born on September 29, 1963 in Butler, Missouri. He attended Rich Hill High School, later getting his GED. Shortly after completing his education he began a career as an auto body-man, where he worked out of his own shop in Rich Hill. He also worked as a shuttle driver for Ford Motor Company for many years. In 1995 Bruce settled down with the love of his life, Jennifer Bain, at their home in Rich Hill, Missouri, where they lived until she lost her battle with cancer in 2017. To this union one daughter was born, Karly.
Apart from his family, the great love of Bruce’s life was motorcycles.

He deeply enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson on warm spring days all over the countryside. He was an extremely caring spirit, who always asked about everyone and took care of his family. Bruce was an avid fan of the saddest country music produced and later in life began listening to gospel music as well. He will be truly missed by his friends, family, and all that had the privilege of knowing him.
He was preceded in death by his wife Jennifer Bain; his father, Gilmer Base; and a stepson Casey Bain.

Bruce is survived by his daughter Karly Alexander (Seth), 2 sons, Zack Base and Jade Ellis; a stepdaughter, Sarah Hood; his mother, Alice Koehn (Archie); 2 brothers, Steve Base (Kelly) and Loren Base (Teresa), and one sister, Almeta Goossen (Orlando); along with many more family and friends.

Easter Sunday Forecast Update

Not much changes to the expected snow accumulations except for slightly less over the KC Metro. Travel may be hazardous along and north of Hwy 36 from 1-5pm and periodically in other areas as heavier snow passes through. Wind chill values will be less than 20°F Sunday morning so make sure you bundle up!

Taco Tuesday in Rich Hill

Obituary - Rubie L. Ochs

Rubie L. Ochs, 91, Nevada, MO passed away in Friday, March 30, 2018 at Moore-Few Care Center in Nevada. Rubie, the youngest daughter of Lewis Henry and Ina Ellen (Kennedy) Rynard, was born February 16, 1927 in Horton, MO. She married Leland Ochs, January 1, 1949 and they celebrated 54 years together before his passing in October 23, 2003.

Rubie was raised in Horton and attended Whitfield grade school and then graduated from Metz High School Class of 1945. She was one of the 4th generation of the Allan Summers Family, the first permanent white settlers of Vernon County. Rubie worked for a time for Dr. Jack Woodfill, Optometrist, Edmiston Department Store, and then for over 20 years as a secretary at Farm and Home Savings and Loan in Nevada until her retirement. She attended Community Christian Church in Nevada and was a lifelong member of Rinehart Christian Church in Richards.

She is survived by four nephews, Stanley Rynard and his wife Doris, Nevada, Randy Handley, Nevada, Michael Ochs, Vancover, WA, and Richard Ochs, Bothell, WA; seven nieces, Brenda Westerhold and her husband Mike, Nevada, Elouise Staley and her husband Ralph, Blue Springs, MO, Nancy Kelker and her husband John, Harlingen, TX, Debbie Selby and her husband, Larry, Moundville, MO, Marilee Claypool and her husband Gary, Nevada, Tammy Bond and her husband Ed, Nevada, and Patty Gauthier and her husband Don, KS; one nephew-in-law, Jerry Allison, Oak Grove, MO; one brother-in-law, Glen Ray Ochs and his wife Bonnie, Joplin, MO; many great-great-nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Leland Ochs; one brother, Orville Rynard; one sister Goldie O’Rear; one niece, Ina May (Rynard) Allison; great nephews, Steven L. Rynard, and Michael Allison.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 2, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Pastor Roger Beach officiating. Interment will follow in Newton Burial Park, Nevada. Friends may call now and until the hour of service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Moore-Few Care Center c/o NRMC Foundation.

From the Facebook Page of Injured Clinton Police Officer Nathan Bettencourt

The second surgery was a success. The doctor said he was able to reattach the nerve in my right arm using donor tissue, which prevented him from having to cut into my leg and borrow nerves from there. The doctor said I have a pretty good chance of regaining full use of my hand, but it will take around 12 months to fully see if it worked or not.

I would also like to take a minute and express how overwhelmed and blessed I am to have have so many people in my life that care so much about me and my family. The generosity and kindness we have received has been more than I could’ve ever dreamed of. The Love you guys have shown me is what I use as strength to get through this ordeal.

I wish I could thank everyone individually and spend time with each and everyone of you. I really don’t have the words to describe The love and generosity we have been shown. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

From the Facebook Page of Injured Clinton Police Officer Nathan Bettencourt

Obituary - Genieve M. Huenefeldt

Genieve M. Huenefeldt, age 92, of Clinton, passed away Friday, March 30, 2018 at Jefferson Gardens, Clinton.

Condolences and fond memories may be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Missouri and services are pending at this time.

Obituary - Michael “Mike” James Coffman

Memorial services for Mike Coffman will be 7 p.m. Monday, April 2, 2018 at the Heart of Life Church in Adrian, Missouri. Arrangements under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) Butler, Missouri. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Michael “Mike” James Coffman, age 40 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, March 29, 2018 at his home in Butler. He was born February 23, 1978 to Elvin Cale and Becky Anne Holt Coffman in Nevada, Missouri.

Mike is survived by his wife Shauna Coffman of Butler, Missouri; three sons, Tyler Coffman currently serving in the US Army and Trevor Coffman and Trenton Coffman, both of Kansas City, Missouri; three stepsons, Clint Crouch and Kevin Crouch and wife Jessica all of Poplar Bluff, Missouri and Kennith Crouch and wife Sarah of Kansas City, Missouri a stepdaughter, Karla Elliott of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; his father, Elvin Coffman of Harrisonville, Missouri; his mothers, Becky Bumpus of Branson, Missouri and Sandra Coffman of Butler, Missouri; three sisters, Julie Novovesky of Adrian, Missouri, Meredith Coffman of Butler, Missouri and Amanda Jackson and husband Josh of Butler, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; one brother, Aaron Coffman; his uncle, Mark Coffman and a niece, Kayla Anne Novovesky.

Butler City Wide Garage Sales

It's that time of the year to clean out the closet again! Butler City Wide Garage Sales are coming up on April 20th.

Deadline to sign up is April 13th at 5PM. There is a $10 entry fee to be included on the map and a $5 entry fee to be included in the Junk in the Trunk on the Butler Square.

Welcome to email your ad to director@butlerchamber.com or drop off in mail box on front of the Chamber building.

Let us know if you have any questions!

Update: Archie man arrested after police chase in Cass County

Michel S. Moorhead

On Friday March 30, 2018 at approximately 8:00 am the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and Missouri State Highway Patrol pursued a vehicle stolen from Belton, MO.

Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle in the Dayton area, east of Archie when the suspect fled in the vehicle.

The suspect lead deputies from the Dayton area to the SE Outer Road north of Archie and continued north to East 283rd. The suspect then drove off the roadway at which time the vehicle became stuck in a ditch. The driver was taken into custody.

The driver, Michel S. Moorhead, 38 of Archie was arrested on a Bates County warrant for Felony Possession of Controlled Substance and Drug Paraphernalia, bond $12,500 cash or surety.
 
Moorhead is currently in custody at the Cass County Jail.

From the Butler Public Library

Congratulations to Anna Higgins for winning the $25 gift card to The Union Restaurant and Public House prize pack and Kelly Stark for winning the $15 Ballard Grill prize pack!

Sue Merritt was the final week's drawing winner, so congratulations to her, too!

Thank you to our sponsors and participants of our first Adult Winter Reading Program. We had over 75 adults enter, submitting over 500 books read, and 30 officially completed the three month challenge! We can't wait to do this again next winter!

Obituary - Karen Sue (Payne) Kendrick-Lawrence

Karen Sue (Payne) Kendrick-Lawrence, 71, Adrian, Missouri departed this life on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at the Adrian Manor Health and Rehab surrounded by love and family.

Karen is survived by her husband, Junior Lawrence of the home; a son, Delbert L. "Junior" Kendrick and wife Stacy, Garden City, Missouri; two daughters, Debbie Bird and husband Bob, Warrensburg, Missouri, Rebecca L. Christiansen and husband John, Archie,Missouri; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Betty Deardorff and husband Eddie, Stockton, Missouri, Kathy Myllican, New Albany, Mississippi, Ruby Gregg, Kansas City, Missouri; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri with burial in the Crescent Hill Cemetery near Adrian, Missouri.

Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at the funeral home.

Family suggests memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Hospice.

A complete obituary will be published as soon as it becomes available.

From the Nevada Police Department

Bates County Circuit Court News 3/27-3/29 -2018

St v. Mark Dwayne Plumb Sr, I: burglary, found guilty, sentenced to 7 yrs in MDOC; II: stealing reduced to receiving stolen property, found guilty, sentenced to 7 yrs in MDOC. Sentence to be served concurrently with other sentences, sentence to be stayed until 4-16-18 @ 10 am at which time Defendant shall return to confinement @ Bates Co Jail for transfer to MDOC.

St v. Mark Dwayne Plumb Sr, I: Felony domestic assault; II: Felony domestic assault; III: Felony domestic assault –found guilty, sentenced to 5 years on each count; sentences to be served consecutively with each other; sentence stayed until 4-16-18 @ 10 am at which time Defedant shall return to confinement in Bates Co Jail for transportation to MDOC.

St v. Richard Dale Purkey, I: statutory sodomy; II: statutory sodomy, III: statutory sodomy, IV: Felony endangering welfare of a child; V: Felony endangering welfare of a child; VI: Felony endangering welfare of a child; VII: statutory sodomy; VIII: Felony endangering welfare of a child; IX: statutory sodomy; X: Felony endangering welfare of a child: XIII: statutory sodomy; XIV: Felony endangering welfare of a child; XVII: failing to register change of residence; XVIII: failure to appear; found guilty, convicted upon pleas of guilty to the above offenses; sentenced to MDOC for period of 20 years on each of Counts I, II, III, VII, IX, XIII; 7 years on each of Counts IV, V, VI, VIII, X, XIV, ; 4 years on each count of XVII and XVIII. Sentences on Cts I, II, III, VII, IX, XIII are concurrent with each other, Sentences on Cts IV, V, VI, VIII, X, XIV, XVIII are concurrent with each other but consecutive to the sentences in Cts I, II, III, VII, IX and XIII.

St v. Kasey L Hogan, I: Felony poss of controlled substance, methamphetamines, given SIS, placed on 5 years probation, CII: Misd. Unlawful poss of drug paraphernalia, fined $300 and court costs, standard conditions of probation apply.

St vs. Michael D Leemasters, Felony stealing by deceit reduced to Misd. Stealing by deceit, sentenced to 6 mos, given SES, to pay restitution, pay court costs.

St v. Victor Jhovany Recinos, I: Felony poss of controlled substance, methamphetamines, guilty plea, given SIS, placed on 5 yrs probation, to do 150 hrs of community service, II: Misd. Poss of drug paraphernalia, guilty plea, sentenced to 2 days in jail with credit for time served.

Rich Hill man arrested in St.Clair County

On March 26, Ronald Campbell, 32, Rich Hill, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant for failure to pay fines on a class D misdemeanor of no insurance and an unclassified misdemeanor failure to yield to vehicle/pedestrian lawfully in controlled of intersection/crosswalk. Total bond is set at $305 cash only.
 
 The charges stem from a traffic stop by the Missouri State Highway Patrol on Feb. 23, 2017.

Copyright Mid America Live News 

Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Burglary in Osceola

On March 29, a St. Clair County deputy was dispatched to NE 276 Road in reference to a burglary.

Upon arrival, the deputy spoke with Thomas Chambers. Chambers stated when he left his property, he had locked all doors, turned out all the lights, and turned off the water to the house. On March 27, Chambers received a phone call from a neighbor, informing him that someone had been in the residence and the lights were on.

Deputies arrived on scene and cleared the residence, looking for any persons. The main entry door window was broken out. Chambers entered the house and stated that it had been completely ransacked. Chambers stated that whoever had been in the residence had gone through everything.

Evidence and photographs were collected from the scene. A request for prosecution was filled out.

The sun makes a triumphant return today!

Good morning and happy Friday! It's going to be a great day, a little warmth, a little sun, hopefully you can get out there and enjoy it! Not sure if it's a great patio weather day, but you find the right jacket and a patio with sun and anything is possible!

Police Pursuit in Cass County

The Cass County Sheriff's Office along with the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County just concluded a police pursuit with a stolen vehicle near the area of 335th Street past Hartwell Road in rural Cass County.

One suspect is in police custody at this time and no one was injured in this pursuit.

Mid America Live News will update when more information is made available to us from the Cass County Sheriff's Office.



This Story Has Been Update:
http://batescountynewswire.blogspot.com/2018/03/update-archie-man-arrested-after-police.html

Looking for a summer job?

ATTENTION: Looking for a summer job? The 2018 summer season is quickly approaching and the Butler Aquatic Center is currently accepting applications for both lifeguards and admissions workers!

Applications can be picked up at Butler City Hall (22 W Ohio St, Butler MO 64730). We would like to have these turned in by the end of the week, March 30th, but may be able to make an exception if necessary. This will allow us plenty of time to review the applications and get interviews set up.

If you have any questions, you can contact Scott with the Parks department (660-200-2062) or City Hall(660-679-4182). Thank you and have a wonderful day!

Obituary - Arthur Lee Kocurek

Arthur Lee Kocurek, 70, Nevada, MO passed away on Tuesday, March 20, 2018.

Additional family and service information will be announced by Ferry Funeral Home at a later date.

Rockville man arrested in Henry County

Jeffrey S. Stephens

On 3/29/18 around 11:45pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Henry County arrested 33 year old Jeffrey S. Stephens of Rockville, Missouri.

Mr. Stephens was arrested for 1.) Felony Unlawful Use of a Firearm 2.) Felony Theft of a Firearm 3.) Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana 4.) Unlawful use of Drug Paraphernalia 5.) Failure to display valid plates 6.) No Insurance.

He was booked into the Henry County Jail in Clinton, Missouri and he is currently listed as bondable.


Copyright Mid America Live News 

Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Ladies Night Out for a Cause in Harrisonville

Join us on Thursday, April 5 at 6 PM - 8:30 PM for a fun evening of shopping, drinks, raffles, prizes and more all while helping support a great local cause in Harrisonville, MO, Hope Haven of Cass County.

The location of this is the Beck Event Space located at 210 South Independence Street, Harrisonville, MO.

Raffle tickets
$1 for 1
$5 for 6
$10 for 12
$20 for 30

***Amazing Vendors
***Cash Bar
***Free Eye Brow Waxing
***Chair Massages
***Raffles

Nevada man arrested in Cass County

On 3/28/18 around 10:16am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County arrested 51 year old David A.Thorns of Nevada, Missouri.

Mr. Thorns was arrested for 1.) Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance 2.) Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana 3.) Unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

He was booked into the Cass County Jail in Harrisonville and is currently placed as bondable.

Copyright Mid America Live News 

Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

National Doctor’s Day March 30th

Friday, March 30th is the celebration of National Doctor’s Day in the United States. National Doctor’s Day was designated by the Congress and the proclamation was signed and designated on March 30, 1991 by President George Bush.

The proclamation further stated that Americans are encouraged to observe the day with appropriate programs and activities.

Wednesday, March 30th is a time to set aside to honor the doctors in the Bates County area for their commitment to quality healthcare and to recognize society owes a debt of gratitude for their contributions as physicians. We also recognize the sympathy and compassion shown by physicians in ministering to the sick and alleviating human suffering.

We honor the following Bates County Memorial Hospital physicians providing healthcare to the Bates County community and surrounding area for National Doctor’s Day:

• Dr. William Haynie at the High Street Family Care Clinic
• Dr. James Miller at the Nursery Street Family Care Clinic
• Dr. James Patterson at the High Street Family Care Clinic
• Dr. James Wirkkula at the Adrian Family Care Clinic (starting in April, 2018)
• Dr. William Joyce, General Surgeon at Bates County Memorial Hospital
• Dr. Jeffrey Bissing, Cardiologist at Bates County Memorial Hospital

We also recognize the other BCMH healthcare providers in Bates County:

Glenn Gardner, Physician Assistant at Adrian Family Care Clinic and Nursery Street Family Care Clinic.
Megan Reno, Physician Assistant at the Nursery Street Family Care Clinic.
Laura Thiem, Nurse Practitioner at the Adrian Family Care Clinic.
Misty Tourtillot, Nurse Practitioner at the Rich Hill Family Care Clinic
Bethany Fast, Nurse Practitioner at the High Street Family Care Clinic

Montrose Festival Fried Chicken Dinner

Montrose Festival Fried Chicken Dinner

SATURDAY March 31. 5pm - 8pm Montrose VFW Hall
Adults $10 kids 5-10 $5 under 5 free
Menu Fried chicken.... by Robert Perryman
Smoked sausage
Green beans
Scalloped potatoes
Desert and drink
Easter bunny pics from 5-630
All proceeds go to the Montrose Festival Committee

Obituary - Melvin L. Peterman

Melvin L. Peterman, 97, of California, MO passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at the Moniteau Care Center in California, MO surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 22, 1920 in Rich Hill, MO the son of Joe Peterman Jr. and Clara (Hall) Peterman both of whom preceded him in death. He was a graduate of Rich Hill High School in 1938.

Melvin was united in marriage on December 23, 1950 at the First Christian Church in California, Mo to Edwina (Baldwin) Peterman whom survives of the home. He graduated from Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, MO in 1942 with a B. S. in Education Degree with a major in music and a minor in business. Melvin was a member of Kappa Delta PI (An honor fraternity).

Melvin also recieved a Master of Music Degree from Northwestern University, in Evanston, IL in 1952 and an Administrator’s Certificate from the University of Missouri, in Columbia, MO in 1962. Melvin served in the Army Air Force from October of 1942 to February of 1946 and was a veteran of World War II. He worked as a public school teacher at Pleasant Gap Rural Elementary School in Bates Co. MO from 1940 – 1941, he taught Business and Music at Rockville High School in Rockville, MO from 1941 – 1942, he taught music at Rich Hill High School in Rich Hill, MO for three months in 1946, he taught Instrumental and Vocal Music from 1946 – 1973 and Vocal Music from 1973 – 1983 at California High School in California, MO. Melvin directed the high School band for community events including community parades, Moniteau County Fair openings in the arena, summer band concerts.

He also directed ten community Christmas cantatas and Easter productions from 1946 -1973. He was the Choir Director for many area churches. Melvin became a member of California First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in 1951 and served as the Choir Director for many years and an Elder from 1953 – 2000 and was very involved in all aspects of the church. He received the Outstanding Community Service Award by the Chamber of Commerce in 1970 and 2002.

Survivors include one son, Ken Peterman and his wife Tammy of Prairie Village, KS, two daughters, Barbara Gahagan and her husband John of Jefferson City, MO, Kathy Meller and her husband Mark of Lohman, MO, four grandchildren, Emily Allison and her husband Ben of Mission, KS, Claire Sutherlin and her husband J.C. of Prairie Village, KS, Cyrus Meller of Columbia, MO, Jacob Meller of Columbia, MO, and one great grandchild Margaret Grace Allison. He is preceded in death by one infant child Linda Lee Peterman, two brothers, Raymond Peterman and Paul Peterman.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 30, 2018 from 10:00 A.M. – 12 NOON with a funeral service following at 12 NOON both at the First Christian Church. Officiating will be Alan Bailey. Burial will be at the Crown Hill Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the California High School Music Department c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services, California, MO.

Spaghetti Dinner for Clinton Officer Nathan Bettencourt

Join us at the Garden City Community Center on Saturday, April 28th from 5-7 pm for a spaghetti dinner to benefit wounded Clinton Police Officer Nathan Bettencourt. Love donations will be accepted.

Firearms Auction in Montrose

Firearms Auction

Saturday, May 12, 2018 10:30 AM
Montrose, Missouri
Community Building (Knights Hall)
Watch for Sale Bills!
Questions Call
Kevin: 660-492-3279
Tyler: 660-492-7764
Bryan: 660-492-3740
View all photos by using the link below!
https://www.facebook.com/wadeauctionservice/

Obituary - Loren Bradford Key

Loren Bradford Key passed away at home in Nevada, Missouri on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at the age of 38. Loren was born on July 15, 1979 in West Covina, California and grew up in Rancho Cucamonga, California prior to moving to Nevada, Missouri.

Loren is survived by his girlfriend, Jessica Olson, his mother and stepfather, Denise & Lance Neal, his father and stepmother, Bradford and Kathy Key, his two sisters, Darci Nichols and Shanna Krajcir, and their families, and his stepbrother, Matthew Neal.

Loren loved spending time with his family and friends. He loved to camp, fish, surf, snowboard, paintball, wake board, spend time at the lake, and play online video games in his spare time. His smile would light up a room and his quick wit would get everybody laughing. Loren was always there to help a friend and was a hard worker who gave his all to everything he did.

There will be a Celebration of Life Service at a later date

Butler City Wide Clean Up Spring 2018

The City of Butler, in cooperation with Bates County Disposal, will be conducting city-wide cleanup for residential properties.

The week of April 23rd – North of Ft. Scott Street in Butler
The week of April 30th – South of Ft. Scott Street in Butler

Bates County Disposal will pick up old furniture, appliances, paint, batteries, and miscellaneous junk. The City of Butler will pick up your brush and limbs placed at the curb.

You need to have your clean-up items or trash separate from your regular weekly trash, but it should still be at your curbside. Brush needs to be in a pile separate from the rest of your trash and also placed at your curbside.

Leaves must be bagged in the City of Butler leaf bags in order for them to be collected. NOTE: This clean-up service is for residential properties only. Bates County Disposal will NOT pick up tires or construction/building materials such as lumber, plywood, or shingles. There is one pick-up load limit per household. Households with larger amounts must make special arrangements with Bates County Disposal by calling 660-679-7604.

Items not picked up must be removed from the curb immediately. Have your trash or brush ready at curbside by 6am on Monday of your clean-up week. They will not make return trips after they have completed a street. This is a free service provided by the City of Butler in the spring and fall of each year. Residents are reminded not to set our trash more than once a week in advance, or you may be subject to code enforcement action.

Obituary - Teresa Osborn

Teresa Osborn, 61 of Butler, Missouri passed away March 26, 2018 at her home in Butler. Cremation, with private family memorial services to be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Ohio Street Methodist Church or Susan G. Komen. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

Complete obituary information will be published when it becomes available

Vehicle Fire in Adrian

The Adrian Fire Department is in route to a vehicle fire on the south side of I-49 just North of AA Highway at this time.

A gold vehicle is said to have flames coming from the engine compartment at this time.

Mid America Live News will update when more information is made available.

From the City of Harrisonville

The Harrisonville Board of Aldermen will be holding a public hearing at 6:30 p.m., Monday, April 2, 2018 at Harrisonville City Hall, 300 E. Pearl Street, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.

In an effort to ensure that the system has adequate revenues to pay the costs of operation and maintenance, the board will be considering a change to the billing method from winter period average to paying based on monthly water usage.

All interested parties are welcome to attend.
Randall K. Jones, City Clerk

From the Nevada Police Department

Job Opening in Rich Hill

Magic Years in RH is now taking applications for a part/full time daycare teacher.

• Energetic • Dependable • Flexible • LOVE kids! •

Interested applicants:
* 18 or older
* Pass background screening
* Must be able to lift 30 pounds
* Must be able to get down on a child’s level
* CPR/AED/First Aid certification is required
* In-service training hours are required
* Prior child care experience is a plus
* College credit in child care also a plus

Applications can be picked up at Magic Years in Rich Hill. Any questions regarding the position, please call/text (660)464-0262.

Thank you from the Butler Public Library

The Butler Public Library is so thankful for our community partnerships!Casey's General Store has been a loyal sponsor of our Summer Reading Program for years, and has once again donated prizes for our young readers, as well as pizzas for our end of summer celebration. Thank you, Casey's! - Photo Submitted 

From Miami Alumni:

From Miami Alumni:

Thank you to the following sponsors for making this year's Alumni Tournament possible: Without them and the guys and gals participating, this event wouldn't be possible. See everyone this Saturday at 2pm!!

Community First Bank
American National Insurance-Josh Nieder
Hoot Owl Heating & Air Conditioning
Heartland Hatchery
Kershner Heating & Cooling
Nieder Seed Sales/Becks Hybrids
Custom Creations by Harvest Hill
James M Binkley DDS
Bob & Lori King
Jim & Carol Platt
Mid America Live News Doug Mager/Curtis Vail II
Erik White
Class of 1951
Byrd's Pecans
Citizens Bank
Kings Kutter
Addleman Farms
AA Bus Service
Amsterdam Lodge 141
Herrell Construction
American Family Insurance-Shawn McVey
Lee Cummings Trucking
Miami Alumni
Kandy Abernathy-Financial Advisor Modern Woodmen of America
The Chris Bridges Family
Cody King Construction

Max Motors Employee Spotlight James Wilson

Ford Motor Company and Max Motors Butler are proud to recognize the accomplishments of James Wilson as a Senior Master Technician!

Technicians, who have gone to the greatest lengths to complete Ford training, are designated as “Senior Master Technicians”. Since this award’s inception in 1999, only a small percentage of Ford technicians in the United States have achieved this level of accomplishment.

This achievement represents 15 classroom courses and 57 Web courses totaling over 500 hours of training and years of commitment by both the technicians who achieved it and the dealerships that employ them.

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Obituary - Walter Earl Cundiff

Walter Earl Cundiff of Garden City, Missouri was born December 26, 1935 in Kansas City, Kansas the son of Frank and Josephine (Desko) Cundiff. He departed this life on Monday, March 26, 2018 at Missouri Veterans Home, Warrensburg, Missouri surrounded by family and love at the age of 82 years and 3 months.

On February 14, 1957 Walter was united in marriage to Betty Joann Stone in Kansas City, Kansas.

Walter was employed for 36 year at Allied Signal, Kansas City, Missouri as a laboratory technician until his retirement in September of 1993. He was a faithful member of Heartland Baptist Fellowship, Harrisonville and was attending Freedom Point Church,
Garden City. Walter was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He enjoyed watching any type of sports and was an avid Kansas Jayhawks fan. In his earlier years he enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. Walter never knew a stranger and was always willing to visit.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Robert; 2 sisters, Dolores King and Jolaine Cotton; a half-sister, Terri MacDonald.

Walter is survived by his wife, Betty Cundiff of the home; 3 sons, David A. Cundiff (Kathy), Harrisonville, Missouri, Michael Cundiff (Phenix) and Scott Cundiff (Nadine) all of Garden City, Missouri; his daughter, Debra Farwig, Belton, Missouri; 8 grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 5 step-great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; 2 half-brothers, Tommy Cundiff, Kingston, Tennessee, Tim Cundiff, Holt, Missouri; a half-sister, Rita Maag, St. Joseph, Missouri; other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri with burial in the Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Missouri.

The family will receive friends Saturday, March 31, 2018 from 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

The family suggest that memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association.

Fatality Accident in Cass County

On 3/28/18 around 1:00pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a two vehicle accident on Missouri 58 Highway at Route CC in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 1993 Mazda Protege driven by 52 year old Maria Bachtel of Sugar Creek, Missouri failed to stop at a stop sign and struck the 2006 Dodge Ram driven by 77 year old James R. Willis of Blue Springs, Missouri in the door.

Maria Bachtel was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident and she was transported to the Jackson County Medical Examiners Office.

Mr. Willis along with a passenger in his vehicle 76 year old Patsy A. Willis both sustained minor injuries in this accident.

Both vehicles were totaled and towed from the scene of the accident. This is Troop A of the Missouri State Highway Patrol's 14th fatality of 2018.

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