Mid America Live: 04/01/2025

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Obituary - Margaret Ann Satterfield

Margaret Ann Satterfield, 80, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at her home. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025, at 11 AM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO. Memorials can be given in her name to any of the following organizations: Carpenter's Cup, Adrian Fire Department, Bates County Memorial Hospital Ambulance Service, or St. Croix Hospice.

Margaret was born on November 16, 1944, to David Francis Robey and Elta Mae (Coates) Robey in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska. When Margaret was 16 months old, her parents moved their family to the farm East of Adrian. Margaret graduated from Adrian High School in 1962. The day after graduation, Margaret moved to Kansas City and started working at Montgomery Ward, then went to IBM school and started working at Sears and Roebuck in the office for 13 years. Margaret traveled by bus to Adrian on weekends to spend time with family on the farm. Margaret saved her money so that she could do some traveling. She traveled to Hawaii, Europe and Japan. She loved to tell of her adventures and share stories and photos.

In 1970, she met Hervil Satterfield and they married on October 15, 1974. They lived in Kansas City, then moved to Adrian in 2012. Both were happy to have a garden and an orchard. Margaret was an amazing cook who loved to provide meals to her loved ones often. She loved to garden alongside of Hervil, canning the produce and then sharing the fruits of their labor. Margaret did not know a stranger. She would talk to everyone and offer a friendly smile. Some of her favorite times were spent planning gatherings with family, writing recipes, praying for others, and offering support to friends and family. Her advice and her, "Well, I was going to say or Can I tell you something" will be dearly missed. Margaret always had a kind and loving heart.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, David and Elta Robey; her husband, Hervil Satterfield; brothers: Robert Robey, Max Robey, and RaGene Robey; sister, Pat Cumpton; nieces: Susan Adams and Cathy Cruz; and nephew, Doug Robey. Margaret is survived by her sisters: Lila Gunn, Betty Flatt, and Judith "Dolly" Robey; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

6 Tips to Prevent Foot-Related Problems

Taking care of your feet is easy and can help you avoid pain and mobility issues.

Many people don’t think about the health of their feet until pain or other issues arise. Problems like blisters, athlete’s foot, bunions and plantar fasciitis can make daily activities uncomfortable. Left untreated, foot issues can also potentially cause infections or mobility problems. But the good news is that simple habits can go a long way in keeping your feet healthy and pain-free.

Here are 6 ways to prevent foot-related problems:

Wear properly fitting shoes. Shoes that are too tight, too loose or lack proper support can lead to foot pain and other issues. When choosing shoes, make sure they fit well and provide enough room for your toes to move. Look for shoes with good arch support, cushioning and a stable sole to prevent discomfort and injury. If you spend a lot of time on your feet, invest in quality shoes.
Trim toenails correctly. Cutting nails the wrong way can cause painful ingrown toenails, which can lead to infection. Always trim nails straight across rather than rounding the edges, and avoid cutting them too short. If you have trouble reaching your toenails or have conditions like diabetes, consider having nails trimmed by a professional to prevent injuries or infections.
Keep feet clean and dry. Proper hygiene is one of the easiest ways to avoid foot-related problems. Wash your feet daily to help prevent infections and odors. Dry feet thoroughly, especially between toes, where moisture can lead to fungal infections like athlete’s foot. If your feet sweat a lot, consider using foot powder or antifungal spray to keep them dry and fresh.
Stay active. Staying active improves circulation and strengthens muscles in your feet and ankles. It also helps you manage your weight, which is good for foot health because excess weight puts extra pressure on your feet, increasing the risk of painful conditions like plantar fasciitis. Low-impact activities such as walking, swimming or stretching help keep feet strong and flexible.
Wear clean, breathable socks. Wearing clean, dry socks is an easy way to prevent infections and odors. Opt for moisture-wicking materials like cotton or wool. Change socks daily, and if your feet sweat a lot, consider changing them more often.
Pay attention to foot pain. Whether you have heel pain, arch discomfort, a strange bump or signs of infection, ignoring foot pain can make small problems worse. If you experience persistent pain, swelling or discomfort, see a doctor or podiatrist. Early treatment can prevent minor issues from turning into serious problems.

Your feet support you every day and deserve to be taken care of. By following these simple steps, you can keep feet healthier and avoid many common foot problems, lowering your risk for discomfort and mobility issues.

Courtesy Bates County Memorial Hospital

Madison Kennedy recipient of Adrian Community Theater scholarship

CONGRATULATIONS to our 2025 ACT Scholarship Winner Madison Kennedy

Madison will be attending Cottey College, where she’ll continue to shine while pursuing a Major in Musical Theatre and a Minor in Vocal Music. We’ve loved working with Madison and watching her talent grow on our stage. We can’t wait to see where her journey takes her.

The ACT Scholarship is open annually to all graduating seniors pursuing a degree in the fine arts who have worked with ACT in any capacity. Deadline: April 1st each year.

Bates County Health Center free child heart checks next month

Vernon County Sheriff’s Office Officially Receives Missouri Blue Shield Designation

Nevada – The Vernon County Sheriff’s Office officially received Missouri Blue Shield designation from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. This prestigious honor recognizes Missouri communities that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to enhancing public safety and supporting law enforcement.

The Missouri Blue Shield Program, created by Governor Kehoe in January 2025 through Executive Order 25-03, recognizes local governments that make significant efforts to reduce crime, foster law enforcement collaboration, and build strong community partnerships for public safety.

“Public safety is the foundation of a thriving community and state. It affects everything from families feeling secure to businesses having the confidence to invest and grow,” said Governor Kehoe. “We designed the Missouri Blue Shield Program to recognize communities that go above and beyond in creating a place where people want to live, work, and build their futures. A Missouri Blue Shield designation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of local governments across Missouri who are leading the way in making public safety a priority.”

“The Department of Public Safety is proud to work alongside communities like Vernon County, that have shown exceptional dedication to enhancing public safety,” said Mark James, Director of the Missouri Department of Public Safety (DPS). “This program is about fostering collaboration between local law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. Our goal is to support these efforts, providing resources and guidance to help communities build sustainable, long-term solutions for crime reduction and public safety.”

“On behalf of the Sheriff’s Office, I am honored to receive this opportunity and recognize the trust placed in our department. The support validates our efforts and provides crucial resources needed to further our commitment to the safety of our community,” said Sheriff Buehler.

Eligibility and Program Details

Communities are eligible for a Missouri Blue Shield designation based on their dedication to reducing crime, making substantial investments in public safety, and developing strong collaboration with law enforcement agencies and community stakeholders. Each participating community’s commitment will be reviewed annually to ensure continued alignment with the program’s goals.

Participation Incentives

Communities that earn a Missouri Blue Shield designation will receive grant funding for law enforcement training and equipment as part of Governor Kehoe’s Recommended Budget for the State Fiscal Year 2026. Communities will also be featured on Governor Kehoe’s social media pages as well as the DPS website to highlight their participation in the program.

About Vernon County

Vernon County earned a Missouri Blue Shield designation due to its exceptional commitment to public safety. Through initiatives from application, such as officer recruitment efforts, major law enforcement funding, and partnerships with community stakeholders, the community has demonstrated a strong and ongoing commitment to protecting its residents. This designation affirms Vernon County’s effort to create a safer, more secure environment for all who live and work here.

Obituary - James William Jenkins

April 26,1962-April 28,2025

A loving person who passed away too soon, but forever in our hearts.

James (Sam) was born in the small town of Nevada, Missouri, to his parents, James Everett Lee Jenkins and Wilma Charlene Phillips-Jenkins. As the third of five siblings, he spent his childhood on a farm. He enjoyed assisting his father at their sawmill and cultivating the fields, where he first operated a tractor at the age of nine. Later on, he founded his own construction company while also nurturing his love for farming, which remained a significant part of his life.

James (Sam) was introduced to Debbie Yazel on a blind date through a mutual friend. They were united in marriage on January 12,1991. They embarked on a loving union of thirty-four years. He was blessed with one son and four daughters. James and his family traveled, engaged in mission work, and formed lasting friendships across the continent.

He is survived by his wife, Deborah Jenkins; his mother, Wilma Charlene (Garry) Jenkins; his siblings, Deborah (Dennis) Smith, Cindy Berger, Christina (Mark) Waldrop, and Mark (Filnena) Jenkins; his children, James (Betty) Jenkins, Tasha (Brandan) Wagers, Kayla (Ramone) Wyche, and Megan Jenkins; along with nine grand-children and many other loving relatives.

He was preceded in death by a daughter April Nicole Jenkins and his father James Jenkins.

His memorial service will be held at the Seventh-Day Adventist church located at 15467 East Quail Road, Nevada, MO 64772 on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at 2:30 P.M. There will be a visitation time from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm prior to the memorial service.

Memorials are suggested to the family c/o Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.

Obituary - John Vincent Sullivan

John Vincent Sullivan, 86, of Kansas City, MO passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025 after a lengthy illness.

John was born to John Edward Sullivan and Madeline Delia (Heydon) Sullivan on July 6, 1938 in Kansas City, MO. John lived in Sugar Creek, Independence and Kansas City, MO.

An accomplished athlete, John especially enjoyed football, baseball, track and later in life, frequent rounds of golf on courses throughout the United States and in Kansas City. He played football at Northeast High School and at the University of Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy at Rolla, MO. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgical Engineering at Rolla and upon graduation began a twenty-five year, career at Armco Steel in Kansas City, MO. He worked in several capacities for the Union Wire Rope division which included supervisor of technical services for Union Wire Rope products; manager for the departments of distribution; high carbon wire sales; marketing; and quality, engineering and products. John also spent two years in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania as branch manager for Union Wire Rope.

Upon retiring from Armco, John worked for the next eighteen years in jobs that included manager of distribution for Wire Rope Corporation of America in St. Joseph, MO, general manager for Newco Manufacturing, a wire rope fittings company in Kansas City, MO and manager of rigging products for Loos and Co., Naples, FL.

John's work with cable and wire rope extended throughout the United States, Canada and South America. He frequently shared stories about all of the good friends he came to know and respect in the mining industry, on offshore oil rigs, in sales and in numerous businesses associated with wire products.

John loved to entertain at home and socialize around Kansas City. He was a great cook, often stirring up new recipes from his large collection of cookbooks. He and his wife, Cela, enjoyed many good times with friends and family, hosting holiday parties, enjoying restaurants and small, live music venues.

John was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Sean Vincent Sullivan and his brother, Michael Edward Sullivan. He is survived by his wife, Cela of 39 years, his brother James Patrick (Monica), his son John Sullivan (Judy), his daughter Andrea Sullivan (Dan) and his grandchildren, Kylie, John and Jenna. He is also survived by sister-in-law, Marian Erwin (Russ), nephews, PJ Sullivan, Michael Sullivan, Daniel Sullivan, Christopher Sullivan and Bradley Erwin and nieces, Robin Williams and Ashton Tidemann and several great nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. A rosary with Fr. Justin Hoye officiating will follow at 11:00 a.m. Private committal will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Nevada.

Check out our Community Calendar!

TOPS club meet every Thursday at 6:00 pm @Victory Assembly of God Church

Bingo each Monday night @ Adrian Optimist building 7 pm

2nd Monday each month Harmony Mission DAR meets @ Butler Library 1:30 pm

The Old Butler High School thrift shop is open every Tuesday & Friday 1-4 pm.

Farmer’s Market on Harrisonville square, Saturdays 8-noon

Apr 30 Book Sale Sneak Peek Night 4:30-6:30 Butler Public Library

May 1-2 Book Sale Butler Public Library 10-5
May 2- Free movie @ Amsterdam Theater '80 for Brady' 7pm
May 2-3 Nevada city wide garage sales
May 2-3 Harrisonville city wide garage sales
May 2-3 Butler Spring city wide garage sales
May 3 Adrian Optimist Kids bike rodeo 10am at Optimist building
May 3 Garage sale @ Butler Senior Center 8 am to 2 pm
May 3 Small Business Saturday in Adrian, all day
May 3 BCMH Auxiliary 50% off sale 8 to noon
May 4 "Walk & Talk" tour, Appleton City Cemetery 4 pm
May 4 Butler Rotary Golf Tournament 816-352-1431
May 5 Cruise Night at Fishing Dock in Archie 6 pm
May 5-9 Butler city wide cleanup
May 6 Community Cafe @ Community of Christ Church, Butler
May 7 Bates County Posse Rodeo Fun Show @ Adrian arena
May 9 Cruise Night in Amsterdam
May 9 Miami high school graduation 7 pm
May 10 Second Saturday sales in Amsterdam
May 11 Butler high school graduation 1 pm
May 11 Drexel High School graduation 2pm
May 16-17 Rich Hill city wide garage sales
May 17 Spring Fest Shop & Rock in Adrian 1pm, many vendors!
May 18 Adrian High School graduation, 2:30 pm
May 24 Veterans Day observation at Garrison Memorial, Adrian 10 am
May 24 Rich Hill Alumni Banquet 6pm, Rich Hill Dome

May 25 at 2:00 PM: Myers Cemetery Association Annual Board Meeting (held at the cemetery).
June 1-5 Vacation Bible School, First Baptist Church Butler, 6pm - 8:30 pm
June 6-7-8 Adrian city wide garage sales
June 4 Bates County Posse Rodeo Fun Show @Adrian arena
June 7 Brick Street Bash, Butler 4-8 pm
June 12-14 Nevada Bushwacker Days 100 W. Cherry St.
June 14-15 Steam school at Frontier Village, Adrian 9 am
June 14 Mud Run, 27225 S. Kauffman Rd, Harrisonville 3 pm
June 20-22 Butler Saddle Club Rodeo
June 28 Stars & Stripes celebration, Pleasanton KS
July 7-11 Bates County Fair
July 9 Bates County Posse Rodeo Fun Show @Butler fairgrounds
July 19 Butler Chamber Car Show
July 30-31 VBS at Butler First Christian Church 5:30 to 8:30 pm

Aug Glow Splash, Butler Aquatic Center, time TBA
Aug 6 Bates County Posse Rodeo Fun Show @Adrian arena
Sept 3 Bates County Posse Rodeo Fun Show @Adrian arena
Sept 6 Butler Fall city wide garage sales
Oct 18 Huckster’s Day in Butler
Oct 31 Trunk or Treat, Butler square

Dec 6 Butler Christmas parade

You can always see the Community Calendar by clicking the button at the top of our home page

Case update from St. Clair County

Miami County Sheriff Wanted Wednesday

Little Apple News

April 30, 2025

Appleton City residential spring cleanup will take place Tuesday, April 29 through Thursday, May 1. Large dumpsters are located at the Public Works Building, 110 S. Maple (across from the swimming pool). You will be responsible for getting your items into the roll-off containers. There will be 1 20 yard roll-off container for appliances, TV’s, computers and monitors available and 2 30 yard roll-off container will be available for sofas, carpets and other approved wastes. No tires, liquid paint, batteries, motor oils, concrete, cleaning solvents or yard waste can be accepted.

The Appleton City Museum will have a "Walk & Talk" Tour of the Appleton City Cemetery 4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 4. Information will be give about "Find a Grave" picture posting to stones and Grave Dowsing (like water witching), only for graves. If it has been raining, wear boots.

Farmhouse Kitchen Restaurant will reopen May 5 with hours of Monday - Friday 11:00-2:00 for lunch only.

The Yellow Rose Day is coming so residents of the Appleton City area your support is needed in placing the over 2000 yellow silk rosebuds on the oldest graves in the Appleton City Cemetery in time for Memorial Day. Roses will be placed on THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., with a rain date of Friday, May 16, 2025, 8:30 a.m. All individuals, families, clubs or groups are welcome. For information contact: Pam Bartz, 417-321-4177, Donald Yoss, 660-492-7218 or City Hall, 476-2631.

The next Meet Me On Main, Second Wednesday Shop and Stroll will be 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. May 14. May's participating businesses include: Jina's Junque, Rural Roots, 3 Wishes, 4th Street Fika, Bluebird Lounge, Bulldogs Nutrition, Cork & Keg, Sandi's Kitchen, and A.C.TNR.

Ellett Memorial Hospital is teaming up with Morgan-Anne Uniforms out of Harrisonville, MO to hold a scrub sale on May 2, 2025 from 3:00-7:00 p.m. This sale will be open to the public and located in the EMH Outpatient Department. Come browse the selection of scrubs, drink ware, shoes, compression socks, badge reels, hair clips, jackets, and bags. Payment methods include cash, check, credit/debit card and payroll deduct.

Ellett Memorial Hospital and AC Rural Health Clinic Community Appreciation Day, will be 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2025 or until they run out. They will have free pulled pork sandwiches, chips, cookie and a bottle of water for curbside pickup at the front doors of the hospital. This is their way of saying thank you to the community for their support or EMH and AC Rural Health Clinic.

Kaysinger Basin Regional Planning Commission Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant Program online applications are due 4:00 p.m. June 23, 2025. The priority of this grant program is to return currently vacant, unsafe, or under-utilized historic properties into productive use in such a way that will stimulate economic development and community involvement, increase tourism, stabilize the workforce and reduce talent migration through

increased economic activity. Properties must be used for commercial and/or community activities only. As part of the grant process, you will be required to outline the planned intended use for the property after the revitalization project has been completed. In order to ensure that a historic

resource will be returned to service, priority will be given to projects that are currently on the National Register of Historic Places and that will finalize the preservation, rehabilitation or restoration of the resources during the grant period, which will end August 31, 2027. Local government entities, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and private owners of commercial and/or community properties may apply. Properties must be located in designated downtown and historical districts within the seven-county Missouri region served by the Kaysinger Basin Regional Planning Commission (Bates, Benton, Cedar, Henry, Hickory, St. Clair and Vernon Counties). (Downtown Appleton City is designated as an historical district.) For more information and application workshop dates, visit the Kaysinger website at: www.kaysinger.com or https://kaysinger.com/development/funding/pbhrgrant/

The ACHS Alumni Meeting will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 24, 2025 with a noon meal/meeting. Reservations of $15 to ACHS ALUMNI, (with names of those attending and class year) should be mailed to Patti Purvis Young, 101 E. 3rd St., ACMO 64724 by MAY 15. Cost at the door is $20

The AC First Christian Church invites area men to the 2025 Men's Conference, "I Am My Brother's Keeper", Saturday, May 3, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Come be blessed!

The AC FFA is holding their spring plant sale until the end of school. The FFA greenhouse will be open for business from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on any day school is in session. Just stop by the Ag Building for assistance. The FFA has garden vegetables and flowers for sale, such as tomatoes and peppers as well as potting flowers like petunias, annual vinca, impatiens and geraniums. Flowers and vegetables can be purchased as packs, individuals or as hanging baskets. Photos and information about all the items available in the greenhouse are located on the school website, as well as the Facebook pages. Costs are $2/packs, and $12/hanging basket or 3 hanging baskets/$30. For information, call Mrs. Leiber 660-424-3668.

Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City offers outpatient specialist services for May 2025. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments: May 1– OB/GYN, Dr. Kallberg, May 7 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr.Vardakis, May 9- Ortho-Dr. Gray, May 13 – Rheumatology-Dr. John, May 14 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Vardakis, May 15– Podiatry- Dr. Pace, May 21 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, May 28 - Ortho-Dr. Gray, May 28 – Ophthalmology, Dr. Soni, May 29-Neurology- Dr- Shoaib.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

April 29-May 1 Citywide Clean up

May 2 Ellett Memorial Hospital and Morgan-Anne Uniforms out of Harrisonville, MO scrub sale 3:00-7:00 p.m.

May 3 AC First Christian Church 2025 Men's Conference, "I Am My Brother's Keeper" 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

May 4 Appleton City Museum "Walk & Talk" Tour of the Appleton City Cemetery 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday night ball scores

Baseball

Lakeland 5
Appleton City 0

Harrisonville 22
Center 0

Midway 6
Pleasant Hill 5

Softball

Rich Hill n/a
Midway n/a

Archie n/a
Winsor n/a

Rainy pattern but heavy amounts & severe weather miss us

The News-Shopper will now be the 'Mid America news-Review' newspaper

Coming May 7th!

Finally..... after 5 years as a 'hybrid' as the Missouri Press calls it, the News-Shopper is all grown up as we have officially combined it with the Rich Hill Mining Review to form one new regional newspaper.

First, we want it to be as familiar as possible starting with the name: We took bits from the news-Xpress, Mid America Live and the Rich Hill Mining Review to come up with the official name, the Mid America news-Review. Before we go any further, we would like to insure our Rich Hill Mining Review readers that we will continue to serve you well and hopefully exceed your expectations.

The Mid America news-Review is a fully legal, official publication as required by the Missouri Press Association. And starting next week, May 7th, it will be available for pick up all throughout the region at the same locations the News-Shopper is now.

Likewise, all current subscribers of the Rich Hill Mining review, as well as those subscribed to the News-Shopper, will get a copy in the mail as usual. One of the many goals in this project is to help insure that subscribers get their paper in a timely manner and our new mailing method should certainly help with that.

In terms of the Mid America Live website, we're going to touch it up a little but everything else will stay the same as we focus on the corridor roughly between Rich Hill and Harrisonville as well as continuing to push further East and West to better serve those in the fringes of Cass, Vernon, St. Clair, Henry, Linn and Miami counties.

Currently the News-Shopper and Mid America Live combined reach readers about 100,000 times a week and we believe it'll only get better from here.

All we can say is THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU to our loyal advertisers and readers, it simply wouldn't work without you.

PS- The first edition of the Mid America news-Review coming next week will be a 32 page whopper that will include a very special insert along with some other goodies.

One more time, thank you!

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Summary of Drexel R-IV Board of Education meeting April 21

The following is a Media Summary of agenda items discussed and/or acted on by the Drexel R-IV School

Board Member Oath of Office & Elections

The Secretary of the Board, Sara Borden administered the oath of office to Tim Eastwood and Callie LaBeth. Mr. Eastwood and Mrs. LaBeth were elected to a three-term term.

The Board of Education reelected Jennifer Thomas to serve as President of the Board, Tim Eastwood as Vice President, and Andy Gorsage as Treasurer. Sara Borden was elected to serve
as the Secretary of the Board of Education. Jennifer Thomas was appointed to serve as the district MSBA delegate.

Stadium Area Renovation

The Board of Education approved a TIPS quote from McConnell & Associates for the stadium plaza renovation project. Construction will begin the first week of June with completion projected by July 15th.

Board Policy – Staff Short Term Leave Policy

The Board was presented with a proposed revision to the short-term leave policy. This was the for review and the first reading.
The Board also held the first reading of the MSBA A policies recommendations.

Group Medical Insurance

The Board of Education voted to not renew the district’s contract with MEUHP.

The Board of Education selected the Bukaty Company as the district’s medical insurance broker.

The Board of Education voted to select Blue Cross/ Blue Shield as the district insurance carrier as recommended and negotiated by the Bukaty Company.

Personnel Resignations/Retirements

The Board of Education accepted the retirement notice of Royalyn Rolfs Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) teacher at the conclusion of the 2024-2025 school year.

The Board also accepted the resignation Darrah Munter as School Nurse at the conclusion of the
2024-2025 school year.

Personnel Employment

The Board voted to offer teaching contracts for the 2025-2026 to Kyle Littrell as a physical
education /Special Education teacher, and Rhonda Huber as an elementary language arts and
Title teacher.

The Board voted to offer work agreements to the following non-certified staff members:
Food Service: Britanni Nichols – Director
Lacey Wheeler – Food Service Lunch Accounts Coordinator
Amy Faulkner – Cook
District Office: Sara Borden - Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent
Sheila Eastwood – Business Manager
K-12 Building Secretary – Wanda Wilkins
Special Education Paraprofessional: Tracy Vunovich, Kim Jones, Laura Royster, Trisha
Good & Kacey Muhal
Title 1 Paraprofessional: Reagan Thomas
Extra Duty Assignments
The Board of Education approved many extra duty assignments. Several assignments have not been
filled. Attached are the extra duty assignments that have been offered for the 2025-2026 school year.
Respectfully,
Gary French
Approved Extra Duty Assignments
2025-2026
Assignment Individual
Athletic Director/Transportation Director Trenton Roach
Athletic Trainer – HS Football Brian Wood
HS Head Football Philip Dean
HS O/D Coordinator Football Kyle Littrel
HS Assistant Football Craig Richardson
HS Assistant Football Ted Kasper
JH Head Football Clint Bailey
JH Assistant Football David French
HS Head Volleyball Jennifer Duncan
JH Head Volleyball Amy Faulkner
JH Assistant Volleyball Jillian Thomas
HS Football Cheer Lacey Wheeler
HS Basketball Cheer Lacey Wheeler
JH Head Girls Basketball Craig Richardson
HS Head Boys Basketball Trenton Roach
HS Assistant Boys Basketball Adam Gilbert
JH Head Boys Basketball Brad Rolfs
JH Assistant Boys Basketball Trenton Roach
HS Head Girls Track Jenny Wheeler
HS Head Boys Track Gary Griffin
JH Head Track Jennifer Duncan
JH/HS Assistant Track Gary Griffin
HS Head Baseball Tim Eastwood
HS Assistant Baseball Jared Jacobs
Summer Weights – June/July Philip Dean
Summer Weights – June/July Trenton Roach
Football Field Painter Mike Wheeler
HS Scholar Bowl Julia Barabarick
Board Secretary Sara Borden
Student Council Holly Bennett
NHS Melissa Busch
Band and Vocal Music Jacob Eppel
Senior Class Melissa Busch
Junior Class Prom Melissa Busch
Jr. Class Concession FB/BB Karen Hrabovsky
Jr. Class Concession VB Elaine Hamilton
Technology Coord. Lindsey Douglas
A+ Coord. Lindsey Douglas
FBLA Holly Bennett
Drama Club Jacob Eppel, Melissa Busch
Federal Programs Lori Reed
SPED Director Lori Reed
Asst. SPED Director Heather Tucker
Elem. SPED Coord. Lori Reed
504 Coord. Lori Reed
Online Learning Coord. Jessica Boydston
PAT Coordinator Jill Thomas
Yearbook Melissa Busch
FFA/Vo-Ag Dakota Tucker

Adrian FBLA labors to ready Garrison Veterans Memorial

From FBLA Adviser Kinda Williams

Today was a big day for our Adrian R-III FBLA members as they spent the day cleaning the Lt. Charles Garrison Veterans Memorial in preparation for their annual Memorial Day ceremony, which will take place on Saturday, May 24th at 10:00 am! They also were a part of honoring 50 veterans in a retired flag burning ceremony in front of their classmates with the help of the Adrian VFW Post 1935! Always proud of our members and students for respectfully honoring all veterans!

Adrian Chamber set for Small Business Saturday this weekend

Here is the list of Adrian businesses that will be holding raffles this weekend for Small Business Saturday, May 3rd. Stop in, say Hi and Buy, put your name in the pot, and cross your fingers. We appreciate everyone supporting our local businesses!

Reminder from the Bates County Health Center

We only have a few spots left. Call and get registered!

Major announcement coming tomorrow

Whew. We're worn out from working under a blanket of secrecy over the past few months and we're glad to say that our efforts are finally coming to fruition...

Tomorrow, Wednesday April 30th we will be making a major announcement regarding the News-Shopper and our news products overall. We believe these changes will better benefit our advertisers as well as our news consumers.

It's all about keeping up with the times and serving the community. Stand by!

When to Get Rid of Your Medicines—and the Best Way to Do It

Here are some tips for disposing of unneeded medications to keep everyone safer

Most people have a stash of old medications sitting in a drawer or cabinet, but keeping expired or unneeded medications can be risky. Some drugs lose their effectiveness over time, while others can become harmful. Keeping unneeded medicines also increases the chance of someone misusing them or taking them accidentally, which can lead to serious health risks.

Here’s what you need to know about getting rid of old medication to keep everyone safer.

When to Get Rid of Medicines

Expired or unneeded drugs can be dangerous, ineffective or lead to accidental misuse. It’s best to check your medicine cabinet regularly and get rid of anything that’s no longer safe to use. Get rid of a medicine when:

It's past its expiration date. Medications can lose potency over time and some may even become harmful after they expire.
Your doctor changes your prescription. Holding onto old prescriptions might seem harmless, but it increases the chance of taking the wrong medication later, which can cause health issues.
The treatment is over. If you feel better and your doctor says you can stop taking a medicine, there's no reason to keep any extra medication that’s left.
Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are no longer needed. Unused cold medicine, pain relievers and other OTC drugs may not be safe to take after a certain time.

How to Dispose of Medicines Safely

Certain disposal methods help prevent misuse, protect others and keep harmful substances out of the environment. Here are some options for getting rid of unneeded medications:

Drug take-back programs. The best way to get rid of old medicines is through take-back programs. Many pharmacies, hospitals and community organizations offer collection sites where you can safely drop off unwanted medications. This ensures they are disposed of properly and don’t end up in the wrong hands.
Place in the trash. You can throw most medicines in the trash at home, but take extra precautions to do it safely. Before placing medicine in the trash, mix it with something unappealing, such as coffee grounds, cat litter or dirt, and place the mixture in a sealed bag or container. Immediately dispose of the trash – don’t leave it sitting around inside your house.
Flushing medicines. Some medicines are especially dangerous if taken by someone other than the person prescribed. This includes certain pain medications and other high-risk drugs. Flushing medicine is one way to ensure it won’t be accessed by others who shouldn’t be taking it, but it should only be done when recommended as it can harm the environment.

Other Tips for Safe Medicine Use

Here are a few other things to keep in mind when it comes to safely managing medications:

Store medicines properly. Keep medications in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children and pets. Avoid storing medicine in bathrooms, where heat and moisture can affect them.
Never share prescription medicines. Even if someone has similar symptoms, what works for you might not be safe for them. Always check with a doctor before taking any prescription drugs.
Check medicines regularly. Every few months, go through your medicine cabinet and remove anything that is expired or no longer needed.

Reminder: City of Butler utility portal is available now

The new customer portal is available online at our website. Citizens can see hourly/daily and monthly usage. Sign up for alerts, notifications, email reminders and other options. You do not have to pay your bill online to sign up for the portal. If you already have an online account your current online id will work. You can access the new portal by going to the following.

https://butlermo.municipalonlinepayments.com/butlermo/

Obituary - Rosalie Bernice Herman

Funeral services for Rosalie Bernice Herman of Butler, Missouri will be 10 a.m. Friday, May 2, 2025 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler. No visitation. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to Butler Senior Center or Butler Public Library. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Rosalie Bernice Herman, age 92 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, April 28, 2025 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. She was born September 11, 1932 to Milton and Gertie Bernice Rosbrugh Shepard in Johnson City, Missouri.

Rosalie is survived by one stepson, Wilbur Herman and wife Patricia of Butler, Missouri; one grandson, Landon Herman of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; one sister, Elsie Fay Peterson and husband Jerry of Warsaw, Missouri; and numerous nephews and nieces. Rosalie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, W. August Herman on January 20, 2016; and two brothers, Milton Elmore Shepard and Lloyd Ellsworth Shepard

City of Harrisonville receives Silver Shovel award

We are excited to announce that the City of Harrisonville has been awarded a 2024 Silver Shovel Award from Spire Gas

This award recognizes organizations who take proactive steps to avoid damage to any gas lines throughout their community during the entire year. This is the 3rd year in a row that Harrisonville has received the award!

Each and every week, our Public Works staff work near underground utility lines, repairing and installing water mains, sewer mains, storm water systems, electrical services, sidewalks, etc, to maintain a safe and reliable community for our residents to call home.

“These municipalities (Harrisonville) made the decision to put safety first for each and every dig,” said Alan Meyer, Spire Damage Prevention Manager.

Accepting the award on the City's behalf were members of our Streets Department, including Supervisor JC Johnson and maintenance workers Dakota Mclelland, Ashlie Graves and Lyle Schow.

We join Spire in thanking our staff for prioritizing the safety of our community as they complete their work day in and day out.

Bates County Officially Receives Missouri Blue Shield Designation

Butler – Today, Bates County officially received Missouri Blue Shield designation from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. This prestigious honor recognizes Missouri communities that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to enhancing public safety and supporting law enforcement.

“The Department of Public Safety is proud to work alongside communities like Bates County, that have shown exceptional dedication to enhancing public safety,” said Mark James, Director of the Missouri Department of Public Safety (DPS). “This program is about fostering collaboration between local law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. Our goal is to support these efforts, providing resources and guidance to help communities build sustainable, long-term solutions for crime reduction and public safety.”

“We are excited to work with the County Commission to move forward with this designation and to further put the Safety of the Citizens of Bates County first. We look forward to working with the Governor’s Office and the Department of Public Safety along with other First Responders in the County.” Says Sheriff Anderson. “Working together with the Commission we will be successful in building a radio system so that all first responders in the county have radios and the ability for interoperable communications between each agency within the county. The second portion of this project is to update the aging 911 system to ensure its accuracy so that first responders are able to find the caller and the location of the incident, while getting as much information for those responders as physically capable.”

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About Bates County

Bates County earned a Missouri Blue Shield designation due to its exceptional commitment to public safety. Through partnerships with our community groups, community policing efforts and financial investments by the Commission, the Bates County community has demonstrated a strong and ongoing commitment to protecting its residents. This designation affirms Bates County’s effort to create a safer, more secure environment for all who live and work here.

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