Some sad news from Climax Springs

From a Facebook post by the Climax Springs school district. The tragedy followed games played with Northeast Vernon County on Friday 

Last evening, after attending an away basketball game, three recent Climax Springs graduates were involved in a fatal motor vehicle accident. Ava Wolfe, Jayden Butterfield, and Violet Corado. Ava and Jayden were both beloved employees of the District, who dedicated their time and talent to our students each day. 

As students, all of these individuals left a legacy within our school. The District will host counselors for our students and staff on Monday and Tuesday of next week. As the families and our community grieve the loss of lives which held many great things ahead of them, please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.

-Courtesy Climax Springs school district

Actual Road House now open in Jasper, Mo

Mike Kelley of Lamar, Mo obviously is a big fan of the 1989 movie "Road House" starring Patrick Swayze however, as the movie location was set fictitiously in Jasper, Mo some thought maybe it should be made real.

Kelley announced on Facebook yesterday that while not a bar, but a really nifty gas station/convenience store is now open in Jasper and is creatively themed after the movie.

Based on initial response from the post, it's likely the Jasper Road House Double Deuce will become a regular landing spot from those traveling all over the country.

See Mike's post and get more info here https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1B1RuRki2J/

Damian Alkire hits milestone

 

Yesterday, Butler High School wrestler Damian Alkire picked up his 100th career win. Congratulations!

Miami county deputy receives special recognition

On April 8, 2024, Deputy Yeast conducted a traffic stop in the area of 259th Street and Metcalf Road. During the stop, K9 Clay was deployed and alerted to the presence of narcotics inside the vehicle. A probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted and 114 grams of methamphetamine were located.

The National Police Canine Association learned of this seizure and this week awarded Deputy Yeast and K9 Clay with the Detection Case of the Quarter for the 2nd Quarter of 2024 for the North Central Region.

Congratulations to our K9 team on the well-deserved award!

Dept of Conservation sponsoring migratory bird webinar

Join ornithologist Kristen Heath-Acre to learn about the incredible journeys that Missouri’s migratory birds make every year. Learn where these birds go, why, and how researchers are investigating the full annual cycle of migratory birds to better understand, and hopefully reverse, troubling declines in bird populations.

Register in advance at http://mdc.webex.com/.../rbef953b3747d347adfd98137ee461694

Registered attendees will receive a reminder email before the webinar.

Learn more about the MBC and related topics at http://mdc.mo.gov/.../birdwatc.../missouri-birding-challenge.

Congressman Alford makes stop in Appleton CIty

Congressman Mark Alford stopped by Ellett Memorial Hospital for a visit on Friday as he took a tour of the facility, met the staff, and had time for some questions.

Alford recently emphasized the importance of rural hospitals and said he wants to "ensure that rural Missourians receive the best care possible" and regularly visits rural hospitals such as Ellett for feedback.

District basketball begins this week in Butler

BHS will be hosting the 2025 MSHSAA Class 3 District 11 Girls and Boys Basketball Tournament this week. Admission will be $6.00 per person.

Blackhawks add two state qualifiers

 

The Boys Class 1 District 2 tournament is a wrap and two have  been added two state qualifiers to bring the total for the year to five.
Individual Results from today:
120 - Carter Duba District Champion 
215 - Hank Tenholder 
Excellent job!

-Courtesy Adrian Blackhawk Wrestling

Obituary - Barbara Jean Harbison

Barbara Jean Harbison, age 85, La Cygne, Kansas passed away Thursday, February 20, 2025. She was born on October 16, 1939 in La Cygne, Kansas the daughter of Harry T. and Evelyn Faye Nellsch Bergman. She graduated from La Cygne High School. She worked at many different jobs, but, most of her working career was at Bass Buster. Barbara was united in marriage to Glen Harbison on July 1, 1980. She was a member of the Fontana Christian Church. She liked to crochet, cook and work in her flower garden. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Laverne Bergman. Barbara is survived by her husband, Glen Harbison, three daughters, Pam Lewis, Marian Miller and Jenny Grizzle(Gale), two brothers, Bill Bergman and Eugene Bergman, four grandchildren, Kyle and Adam Grizzle, Brandon Pompey, and Jessica Lewis, and three great grandchildren, Allie Stewart, Andi Grizzle, and Ethan Pompey.

Funeral service will be held 11 am Thursday, February 27, 2025 at the Fontana Christian Church. Burial will be in the Oak Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 7 pm Wednesday, February 26, at the Schneider Funeral Home, La Cygne Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Breast Cancer Research. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Warming trend inbound!

 Following a high today around 40 the next week will reveal much improved temperatures. Enjoy!

Obituary - Jerold Chester Davis

Jerold Chester Davis age 87, Hume, Missouri passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025.

Jerold “Jerry” was born May 13, 1947 to Chester and Opal Davis. Jerry had a brother 10 years older Named Dale. Jerry was born and raised in the Amos, Mo community. He attended the Amos Elementary School (one room school house) and graduated from Hume High School in 1955.

Jerry had tremendous passion for horses and cattle at a very young age. He would ride horses with his friend Richard Brooks all over the country side South of Hume, Mo. You can imagine the mischief they may have conjured in these early years and probably through High School.

Jerry had a long career as a General Motors/Chevrolet Parts and Service Manager. He started this career in Kansas City, MO at DeBaker Chevrolet and stayed employed there learning the parts business for 20+ years. In 1973, Jerry and his loving wife Donieta moved back to Hume so he could be more closely involved with his parent’s Davis Rodeo Company. He got back into the Chevrolet Parts Management business with local dealerships until he finally retired, completing over 40 years in this line of work. Jerry had an incredible memory, he could rattle off any parts number on any GM automobile produced from the 1960-1980s. No computers in this era but no worries, Jerry could find any part faster than anyone and had the numbers stored in his brain.

Jerry was committed to community service and served many years on the Hume City Council, Hume Fair Board and School Board. Jerry was an excellent listener. He always wanted to know all the facts before possibly expressing his opinion. He led primarily by his actions and gave personal opinions rarely and only when based on careful consideration of the facts.

Davis Rodeo Company productions through the 1960s into the 1980s was likely the highlight of Jerry’s life. Rodeos throughout Southeast Kansas, Northeast Oklahoma and the western half of Missouri were target destinations for about every weekend during summer for many years. The Rodeo crew was considered family and many great memories came from all those years of hard work.

Jerry was united in marriage to Donieta Patton on February 14, 1974. She preceded him in death on April 27, 2019. He was also preceded in death by his parents and brother, Dale Davis.

Jerry is survived by four sons, Kevin Davis, Tim Davis, Greg Patton, and Todd Dalzell, and five grandchildren, Riley Patton, Rachel Patton, Thomas Davis, Jeremy Davis and Sharla Davis.

I know Jerry would want anyone that is reading this to know he appreciated your friendship and he would tell you to work hard but player harder!!!!

Funeral service will be 11 am Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the Hume Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Underwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 am to service time at the Church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Underwood Cemetery. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Obituary - Nora Carver

Funeral services for Nora Carver of Adrian, Missouri formerly of Butler, Missouri will be 10 am, Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with burial in the Salem Cemetery, Foster, Missouri. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm Monday, February 24 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers contributions in memory of Nora may be given to the Butler First Christian Church. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Nora Carver, age 93 of Adrian, Missouri formerly of Butler, Missouri joined her husband and many other loved ones in heaven on Wednesday February 19, 2025. Her parents, Edgar O Bright and Wilma Arnold Bright welcomed her to this world on October 27, 1931 in Worland, Missouri.

Nora is survived by five daughters; Debra Peterson and husband Gary of Salt Lake City, Utah, Beverly Foulger of Ogden, Utah, Janet Kinghorn and husband Ken and Diana Bosley all of Clearfield, Utah, and Vickie Gale and husband Randy of Mayfield, Utah. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren with 1 more arriving soon; and 6 great-great grandchildren and 3 more soon to arrive. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Doug Carver; a granddaughter, Stephanie Foulger; a great-granddaughter, Jessica McConkay; a brother, Edgar Lee Bright; and a sister, Carolyn Mae Baxter.

A special night in Drexel

 

The Drexel Bobcats honored VIP “Senior” Granny Rose Marsh as she turns 100 years old in a special ceremony last night.

Also honored were 2025 Seniors during the last regular season home game-  TJ Munter, Cole Kimbrough, Mason Jackson, Izayah Rhoades, Jackson Fayard, Izzy Richardson, Montanna Mears, Holly Yager, & McKenzie Clarkson. The Drexel boys went on to beat Jasper 45-27.

-Courtesy Drexel Bobcats

Friday basketball scoreboard

 

Boys:

Harrisonville 47
Center 53

Appleton City 55
Clinton 67

Jasper 27
Drexel 45

Adrian 71
Hogan Prep 56

Osceola 63
Miami 34

Cassville 48
Nevada 67

Sherwood 35
Warsaw 39

Girls:

Harrisonville 58
Center 20

Appleton City 32
Clinton 63

Jasper 61
Drexel 31

Cassville 25
Nevada 42

Sherwood 42
Warsaw 63

City of Butler receives grant for inclusive playground

 

FCS Financial presented the City of Butler with a $5,000 grant today. The city applied for the grant for additional play equipment for the Kenton and Friends Inclusive Playground. New equipment has been ordered and should be installed for this summer. 

Pictured are Scott Bitner Parks Department Superintendent, Tara Vermillion FCS Financial, and Corey Snead City Administrator. The city would like to thank FCS Financial for their support.

Briarwood Angus Farms Bull & Female Sale coming March 16th

Sunday, Mar. 16, 1:00 p.m. Briarwood Angus Farms Bull & Female Sale, Butler, MO. 

Briarwood genetics are casting an impressive shadow in the beef industry. We're committed to producing CAB®'s premium red, perfectly marbled Angus beef that eclipses the rest when it comes to carcass! When Premiums are spiraling heavenward, this is the best time to focus on quality and yield with Briarwood genetics that are out of this world!

View catalog online: https://www.briarwoodangusfarms.com/briarwood-annual-sale/#2025-sale-book

 

Bull buyers get 5% off for being a repeat buyer AND entered into a drawing for a FREE Briarwood Angus commercial heifer. More BULL BUYER BONUSES and complete auction details, including catalog, lot photos, videos and data can be found at https://www.briarwoodangusfarms.com/

 

Auction at the farm will also be available online for registered buyers at LiveAuctions.TV https://liveauctions.tv/auction/4411/detail. Be sure to like and follow www.facebook.com/BriarwoodAngusFarms for sale updates.

 

On Saturday, March 15, feel free to stop by the farm just west of Butler on Hwy 52 to view Bull and Female Lots on display for viewing at the farm from noon to 6:00 p.m.

 

Schedule of Sale Events:

Mar. 15, 2025

Lot Viewing noon – 6:00  p.m.

At the farm 1 mile west of Butler on Hwy. 52.

Mar. 16, 2025

Cattle Available for Viewing Before the Sale at the Farm.

11:30 a.m. - Lunch served

  1:00 p.m. - Cattle Auction beginning with Bulls. Females sell immediately following. 

Obituary - Charles McDonald

Charles "Chuck" Lewis McDonald, age 79, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Olathe Medical Center.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Dengel & Son Mortuary - Louisburg Chapel, 1 Aquatic Drive, Louisburg, Kansas 66053. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 am. Burial will be held at 1:00 pm, at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City, Kansas.

A full obituary will be available shortly.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made payable to American Legion Post 250, c/o Dengel & Son Mortuary, P.O. Box 669, Louisburg, Kansas 66053.

Obituary - Leslie Robert (Bob) Sims

Leslie Robert (Bob) Sims age 87 of Blairstown, Missouri departed this life Sunday, February 16, 2025 at his home in Blairstown, Missouri.

Cremation with a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date with inurnment at Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital either donate through the link or send in care to Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.

A complete obituary and service details will be posted once that information becomes available.

Thursday basketball scoreboard

 

Boys:

Sherwood 55
Chilhowee 26

Drexel 64
Midway 51

Archie 37
Rich Hill 75

Games tonight 

Harrisonville & Center
Appleton City & Clinton

Jasper & Drexel 

Butler & Faith Christian Academy

Adrian & Hogan Prep

Sheldon & Hume (cancelled)

Osceola & Miami

Cassville & Nevada

Sherwood & Warsaw

Girls:

Sherwood 36

Chilhowee 49

Drexel 28

Midway 36

Games tonight

Harrisonville & Center

Appleton City & Clinton

Jasper & Drexel 

Adrian & Hogan Prep

Sheldon & Hume (cancelled)

Osceola & Miami

Cassville & Nevada

Bronaugh & Pleasanton

Sherwood & Warsaw

Last of super cold mornings for awhile

Small plane crash today in Linn county

 

Earlier today the Kansas Highway Patrol responded to an aircraft crash in a marsh in Linn County. The pilot was uninjured and there were no passengers.

The KHP wishes to thank the Linn County Kansas Sheriff's Office, Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks, and Linn County Fire for the teamwork to ensure the safety of the scene and the rescue.

Details regarding the crash are unavailable at this time.

Cancellations and closings for Friday February 21, 2025

 List to be updated as more information becomes available

Appleton City R2 - closed

Archie schools - 2 hour late start

Ballard schools - 2 hour late start

Brew Haven - closed

Butler Old High School thrift shop - closed

Butler Public Library will be open 11-2

Butler R5 - closed

Hudson R9 - closed

Hume R8 - closed

Miami R1 - closed

Nevada R5 - closed

Osceola schools - closed

Rich Hill schools - AMI day

Missouri road conditions report

6:00 a.m. (2/20): Many roads across the state are partly covered to mostly clear this morning. Be sure to give plows room to continue doing their jobs safely on your morning commute. Drive for road conditions in your area by taking it slow and not driving distracted. Check the Traveler Information Map before you go: traveler.modot.org

Obituary - Raymond “Ray” Eugene Holsman

Raymond “Ray” Eugene Holsman 80 years old of Pleasanton, KS entered into eternal rest with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 following a brief illness of cancer. Raymond was able to return home and live out his final days under the care of his two daughters and Mount Carmel Hospice staff. Raymond was the youngest of four children born to William Louie Holsman and Ella “Babe” Ada (Umphenour) Holsman. Raymond graduated Pleasanton High School in 1962. Two days after graduating, Raymond began his service with the United States Navy. During his naval service he was stationed in San Diego, CA, Jacksonville, FL, Oceania, VA, and even as far as Iceland. During his four years of service he attained the rank of 3rd Class Petty Officer and trained as an aviation electrician.

While serving his country he married his high school sweetheart, Elda Kay (Dudley) Holsman on December 27, 1964. After his naval service, Raymond worked for LearJet in Wichita, Kansas, before returning to Southeast Kansas to begin a 34-year career with Trans World Airlines (TWA). He retired from TWA in 2001. Following his retirement Raymond enjoyed working for Neal Manufacturing wiring trailers and later working in the parts department for Cox Motor Company. Raymond enjoyed hunting, trapshooting, and farming, but his greatest joy was making memories with his family. Raymond was a member of the First Baptist Church of Pleasanton, Kansas, but he also regularly attended services via television with his special friend Carmen and with family and friends at other churches. Raymond was a member of Masonic Lodge #33, Mound City, Kansas, the Supreme Council Scottish Rite Temple, Fort Scott, Kansas, and IAM Local #778, Kansas City, MO. 

Raymond was preceded in death by his wife of 49 ½ years, both of his parents, and a sister, Kathryn Irene Holsman. Survivors include his two daughters Kathy Secrest (Jesse) and Heidi Martinez both of Pleasanton, KS. He is survived by ten grandchildren: Kelsey, Kaitlyn, Autumn, Shawn, Hunter, Jacob, Caleb, Mason, Morgan, and Erika, as well as six great-grandchildren: Hudson, Emmi, Colton, Kinlee, Axel, and Ancil. He was also looking forward to the arrival of another great-grandson. Raymond is survived by two siblings: Lorene Dean of Desoto, KS and James Holsman of Pleasanton, KS. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.

Funeral service will be 2 pm Saturday, February 22, 2025 at the Schneider Funeral Home, Pleasanton Chapel. Burial will be in the Pleasanton Cemetery. Masonic service will be 5 pm Friday, February 21 at the Pleasanton Chapel. Visitation will follow until 7 pm. Memorial contributions are suggested to Pleasanton High School Trap Shooting. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Obituary - Randolph "Randy" S. Flint

Randolph "Randy" S. Flint, 75, of Garden City, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at his home. Services are pending at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri. Service information and a complete obituary will be posted when they become available.

Obituary - Paul Richard Miller

Paul Richard Miller, 89, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO, with a visitation beginning at 1:00 PM.

A complete obituary will be posted when it is available.

BCMH February Rock Stars

These healthcare heroes were recognized for consistently bringing their "A" game, delivering the exceptional care that sets BCMH apart, both with our patients and fellow coworkers! Join us in congratulating these outstanding team members:

Jessica Nieder, Med/Surg CNA - Nursing

Pam Gray, ER Registration Clerk - Patient Access

Sandy Burk, Clinic Receptionist - Adrian Family Care Clinic

Taylor Lockard, Nutrition Aide - Nutrition Services

A heartfelt thank you to Jessica, Pam, Sandy, and Taylor for helping us provide excellent care to our community!

-Courtesy Bates County Memorial Hospital

Have something old or unusual? Come have some fun

The museum's annual Show & Tell event will be held Sat. March 1st. We invite you to bring your favorite peice of history, family heirlooms, photos or even the unknown to share. This event is a fun way to share and gather information while supporting the museum. A free will donation lunch of homemade soup and sub sandwiches will be served after the presentation. The museum will also be open for tours. Come join in on the fun!

-Courtesy Bates County Museum

Join MDC webinar about Missouri birds and their habitats

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS),the Missouri River Bird Observatory (MRBO), and the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation (MCHF) invite both new and experienced birders to join in a special series of free birding webinars in preparation for the first ever Missouri Birding Challenge (MBC) -- May 1-15! The free webinars will introduce participants to birding and educate them on key issues around birds and bird conservation in Missouri.

Register in advance for each webinar and then join the webinar live. Registered attendees will receive a reminder email before the webinar.Missouri Birds and Habitats with USFWS Ornithologist Sarah Kendrick – Thursday, March 6, 6-7 p.m. Does birdwatching seem overwhelming? Too many species and habitats? Join Sarah for a primer on bird identification by sight and sound using clues about the bird and its habitat. Whether new to birding or experienced, there are always tips and tricks to learn in the world of birds. Register in advance at mdc.webex.com/weblink/register/r8e00480b27a066090d833f8f953298a6

The Full Annual Cycle of Bird Conservation with MDC Ornithologist Kristen Heath-Acre -- Thursday, April 3, 6-7 p.m. Join Kristen to learn about the incredible journeys that Missouri’s migratory birds make every year. Learn where these birds go, why, and how researchers are investigating the full annual cycle of migratory birds to better understand, and hopefully reverse, troubling declines in bird populations. Register in advance at mdc.webex.com/weblink/register/rbef953b3747d347adfd98137ee461694

Seven Simple Actions to Help Birds at Home with Dana Ripper of the Missouri River Bird Observatory, Thursday, May 1, 6-7 p.m. Birds are in trouble. Research shows a loss of nearly a third of North American birds over that past 50 years. Don’t lose hope! Learn how to help bird populations at home and how to make a big impact with just seven simple actions. Register in advance at mdc.webex.com/weblink/register/r1d047279e4ce9428de97c3c38ded815a


MORE ON THE MISSOURI BIRDING CHALLENGE

The Missouri Birding Challenge (MBC) has been created through a partnership among MDC, USFWS, MRBO, and the MCHF. MBC participants will compete alone or on a team in different birding categories based on their ages, birding experience, and comfort levels. Birders will use eBird (eBird.org) to record their lists of birds identified at public natural areas around the state, or even in their own backyards. There is a fee of $10-$25 per person or team depending on the category. Fees go toward migratory bird conservation efforts.

Once participants complete a category, they will be entered into a drawing for fun, bird-related prizes such as binoculars and gift cards. The Columbia Audubon Society (columbia-audubon.org/) and the Missouri Birding Society (mobirds.org/) are prize sponsors of the MBC.

Learn more about the MBC and related topics at mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/activities/birdwatching/missouri-birding-challenge. Registration will be open April 1-30 through the webpage.

Obituary - Donna Deems

Funeral services for Donna Deems of Garden City, Missouri formerly of Butler, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be 5 - 7 p.m. Friday, February 21, 2025 at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Fairview Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to Fairview Cemetery or Gunn City Christian Church. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Donna Lee Deems, age 89 of Garden City, Missouri formerly of Butler, Missouri died on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at the Medicalodge of Butler. She was born October 20, 1935 to Iris Earl and Eleanor K Grove Thomas in Independence, Missouri.

Donna is survived by two sons, Thomas K. Deems and wife Theresa of Butler, Missouri and Daniel S. Deems and wife Kelly of Blue Springs, Missouri; two grandsons, Justin Deems and wife Samantha of Hume, Missouri and Kenton Deems and wife Bethany of Butler, Missouri; and four great-grandchildren, Garrett, Korah, William and Denis. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clyde Deems on March 31, 2010; a grandson, Nathaniel Deems; and a brother, James “Jimmy” Thomas.

A simple request from Osage Valley Electric Coop

We need your help! Associated Electric Cooperative, our wholesale power generator, is requesting members conserve energy due to extreme winter weather and maximum load on our electric grid. 

To help safeguard the grid, please conserve energy Thursday, Feb. 20 from 6 AM-10 AM by lowering your thermostat a few degrees and turning off any non-essential electric devices. Staggering the use of big energy users, such as the clothes dryer, water heater, or oven can make a big difference. 

By taking small steps to save energy together, we all can make a big difference.

-  Osage Valley Electric Cooperative

Appleton City Senior Spotlight Jacque Self

ACHS senior Jacque Self has been accepted to multiple schools, including Missouri State University, the University of Central Missouri, and the University of Missouri. 

Jacque will review each school's offer letter before determining where she will continue her education. Although her exact school isn't known yet, she knows she is interested in learning more about the pediatric cardiovascular system and entering the health occupation field.

Good luck Jacque!

Some winter humor?

 

As of this posting, 4:45 pm, the temperature in Hell, Michigan is 15 degrees. Our temperature currently is 11. 

Yes, it's colder than Hell outside!

Closings and cancellations for Thursday, February 20

 

List to be updated as more become available

Adrian R3 - closed

Appleton City R2 - AMI day

Archie R5 - closed

Ballard R2 - closed

Bates County admin offices - closed but open Friday.

Bates County Health Center - closed but open Friday.

Bates County Museum closed until next week

Bates County Thrift Store and pantry

Butler Public Library

Butler R5 - closed

Chilhowee R4 - closed

Countywide disposal no pick up

Drexel R4 - virtual learning

Harrisonville Cass R9 - closed

Holden R3 - virtual learning 

Hudson R9 - closed

Hume R8 - AMI day

La Cygne city council meeting rescheduled for Feb 26, 6:30 pm

Linn county courthouse - closed

Louisburg 416 - closed

Miami R1 - closed

Midway R1 - closed

Mini Menage - closed

Nevada Public Library - closed

Nevada R5 - closed

Nevada Regional Techical Center - closed

Pleasant Hill R3 - closed

Prairie View 362 - closed

Rich Hill city hall - closed

Rich Hill R4 - AMI day

Sherwood R8 - closed

MSHP very busy this week

It's been a busy couple of days for the Missouri Highway Patrol

658 Calls for Service
248 Stranded Motorists
230 Crashes
32 Injuries
0 Fatalities

Remember use *55 for highway emergencies

Road condition report

6:00 a.m. (2/19): Many roads across central and southern Missouri are covered or partly covered still this morning. If you must be out this morning, plan to use extra caution by slowing down, driving for conditions and not driving distracted. Give our crews and first responders plenty of room to work safely. Check current road conditions before you go: traveler.modot.org

Miami county Wanted Wednesday

 

Dangerous cold today but change is coming

Help is needed following fire that destroyed home near Ballard

Update- The school has received 10 bags of clothes and will no longer be accepting clothes however, monetary donations are still being accepted. Thank you!

Multiple agencies responded to a structure fire yesterday near Ballard but were not able to save it. The following is a plea from the Ballard school district for help

Dear Ballard Bulldog Families, 

We are deeply saddened to learn about the recent fire that destroyed the Diggs’s family home. As a school community, we want to express our heartfelt support and offer assistance during this difficult time.

We understand the immense challenges they are facing and want to assure them that our school family is here to help in any way we can.

Here are a few ways we will be offering support:

Donation Drop-Off-
We are collecting new or gently used clothing at the Superintendent’s office from 12 pm-3 pm tomorrow 2/19/25 and will update more times once school resumes after the weather is past.
● Sizes are:
● For the girls (there are 3 girls):
● Shirts - x-small, small and medium
● Jeans – sizes 3 to 7
● Shoes – women’s 7.5, 8, and 8.5
● For the adults
● Shirts – medium (women’s) large (men’s)
● Jeans – 12 (women’s) and 32-33/34
● Shoes – 10.5 (men’s)

Financial Assistance:
We will also be creating a donation fund to help with immediate needs. You can contribute cash, prepaid credit cards, or gift cards.
We are thinking of the Diggs’s family during this challenging time. Please know that our Ballard Bulldog Community is here to support them. Thanks for helping us take care of our students in their time of need.

Sincerely,
David Andrade
Ballard R-II School District
816-297-2656

Rich Hill police make drug arrest during traffic stop

On February 13th while Rich Hill Police Department Officers were on Patrol they observed a gray in color GMC Sierra 1500 traveling South on 14th Street from Walnut Street with a damaged tail light and a traffic stop was initiated. 

During the course of the  stop, officers discovered the driver Kevin Plumee, was in possession of suspected methamphetamine and paraphernalia. An arrest was made and the subject was booked at the Bates County Sheriff's Office.

It should be noted Plumee is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Butler city council meeting cancelled

 

Due to ongoing weather conditions, the Butler city council will not meet tonight.

Essenpries scores her 1,000th point

 

Adrian High School Senior Riley Essenpries scored her 1,000th point for the Lady Blackhawks last night against Prairie View. Congratulations, Riley!

Photo by Mike Burris, Adrian News Leader

Home Heating Fire Prevention Tips

 

 Heating equipment caused an annual average of 44,210 home fires and 480 deaths between 2016 and 2020 according to the National Fire Protection Association. 

Learn how to stay safe with these tips:

• Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet from heat sources
• Never leave a space heater unattended. Turn off when leaving a room or sleeping
• Never plug a space heater into an extension cord or power strip
• Never use a cooking stove to heat your home or dry clothes
• Space heaters on level, flat surfaces on the ground
• Have a qualified service professional inspect your heating system annually
• Install and maintain smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms
• Never use a space heater or any appliance with a damaged cord

A dandy donation

 

The Butler Police Association would like to thank Lauren and James Burrous, owners of Insight Sewer, for a very helpful donation made this week. Thank you!

More information here on the BPA Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566978290208

Closings and cancellations for Wednesday, February 19

This list to be updated as information becomes available

Adrian High School FFA activities for the week are cancelled and will be scheduled later this spring.

Adrian R3 - closed, make up April 28

Adrian United Methodist Church events

Appleton City R2 - AMI day

Archie R5 - closed

Ballard R2 -  AMI day

Bates County Administration offices and court house

Bates County Food Pantry and Thrift Store

Brew Haven

Butler R5 - closed

Butler Senior Center

Cass County Public Library - all locations

Cass Midway R1 - closed

Chilhowee R4 - closed

Countywide Disposal - no pickup today

Drexel R4 - virtual learning

El Dorado Springs R2 - AMI day

Harrisonville schools - closed

Henry County R1 - closed

Holden R3 - virtual learning

Hudson R9 - closed

Hume R3 - virtual learning

Kingsville R1 - closed

Louisburg 416 - closed

Miami R1 - closed

MU Extension office, Butler

Nevada R5 - closed

Nevada Regional Technical Center

Prairie View 362 - closed

Rich Hill R4 - AMI day

Pleasanton 344 - closed

Pleasant Hill R3 - closed

Quick Dine III - Butler and Nevada

Sherwood Cass R8 - AMI day

Emergency services in route near Adrian

 

The Adrian Fire Department along with mutual aid from Urich and other departments are in route to a house fire approximately 10 miles east of Adrian on 18 highway.

Also a vehicle vs snowplow accident is currently working on I-49 just north of AA highway, in the southbound lanes.

Please use caution if traveling through either of these areas, it is being reported that traffic congestion is becoming an issue.

UPDATE 2:51 pm: I-49 has reopened in both directions.