Tuesday local volleyball scores

Drexel (13-4-2) 3

Jasper (6-9-1) 1

Sherwood (3-15-2) 0

Lutheran (7-7-1) 3

Osceola (14-5-20 3

Midway (9-7) 0

Harrisonville (9-5-3) 1

Pleasant Hill (6-5) 3

Archie n/a

Appleton City n/a

Bronaugh n/a

Ballard n/a

Clinton n/a

Center  n/a

Miami n/a

NE Vernon County n/a

Nevada n/a

Seneca n/a

Scores to be added as they become available

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Butler JH Football remains undefeated

The Butler JH Football team hit the road tonight to play the El Dorado Springs Bulldogs.

The game was close at halftime with the bears leading 14-6 over the bulldogs.

Butler came out on fire and completely dominated the 2nd half of this contest and cruised to a 44-6 win.

The JH Bears remain undefeated and will host the Versailles Tigers next Tuesday. Come out and support the bears!

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Two arrested following attempt to flee police

From the Butler police department

On September 28th at approximately 5:04pm, a Butler Officer conducted a traffic stop in the area of Fran Ave. for expired registration. After making contact with the driver, who was identified as Amy Thornton, and passenger, the Officer requested identification from both the driver and passenger. Upon asking for the passenger’s information, the passenger provided the Officer with a false name. The Officer was able to determine the passenger’s identity and learned that the passenger had active warrants.

The Officer then addressed the passenger by his legal name. The passenger was identified as James Thornton. Once James was addressed by his legal name, he began telling Amy to roll up the window and drive. The Officer advised them not to leave and the officer then opened the driver side door to the vehicle to attempt to remove the driver from the vehicle. At this point, James was able to put the vehicle into drive and press on the gas pedal causing the vehicle to drive forward with the Butler Officer still partially inside the vehicle.

The vehicle then fled at a high rate of speed until reaching the dead end of Fran Ave near 411 S Fran where James exited the vehicle and began to flee on foot. Amy remained in the vehicle. One Butler Officer was able to pursue James on foot while another Butler Officer continued to pursue Amy who was still in the vehicle. The vehicle then came to a stop in the parking lot of 411 S Fran where Amy was taken into custody. Another Officer was able to take James into custody to the South of the apartments after a short foot pursuit. While running on foot from officers, James possessed a black bag that was later recovered. Inside the black bag was a substance that tested positive for methamphetamine along with drug paraphernalia.

Both Amy and James were transported to the Bates County Jail where they were both placed on a 24 hour hold.

On 9/29/26, warrants were issued for both James and Amy.

Amy received the following charges:

Assault 2nd Degree - Special Victim

Aggravated Fleeing A Stop or Detention

Possession of a Controlled Substance

Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Amy’s bond was set at $100,000 Cash Only.

James received the following charges:

Assault 2nd Degree - Special Victim

Aggravated Fleeing A Stop or Detention Possession of Controlled Substance

Resisting/Interfering With Arrest For A Felony

Unlawful Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia

James’s bond was set at $100,000 Cash Only.

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Butler Senior Center fundraiser coming October 18

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Reminder from Bates County Clerk, Jami Page

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Amsterdam city-wide garage sale coming in October

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Monday local volleyball scores

Hume 1

Sheldon 3

Butler 3

Stockton 0

Appleton City n/a

Green Ridge n/a

Scores to be updated as they become available


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Notice to Butler water patrons

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Bates County sample ballot for November 3 election

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Butler Bears Marching Band participates in Black Walnut Festival

The Butler Bear Brigade Marching Band performed at the Black Walnut Festival in Stockton, Missouri, on Saturday, September 26th and placed 12th out of 18 bands. They will be back in action for this week's homecoming festivities and the Harrisonville Royal Regiment Invitational this Saturday, October 3rd.

Thanks for showing GREAT Bear spirit!


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Self employment is important part of Missouri economy

A recent Missouri Economy Indicators Brief explores multiple job and self-employed trends.

Self-employment is an important part of Missouri’s economy, offering people ways to earn income outside traditional jobs. In 2023, Missouri had more than 485,000 businesses without paid employees, including about 429,000 sole proprietorships, generating $26.2 billion in revenue.

About three-quarters of these businesses were in metro counties, while one-quarter were in nonmetro counties. However, nonmetro businesses generated slightly more revenue per business — about $56,200 compared with $53,300 in metro areas.

Nonmetro counties also had the highest concentration of these businesses. Scotland County ranked first, with 119 businesses per 1,000 residents and more than $106,000 in revenue per business. Transportation and warehousing had the most businesses in metro areas, while construction led in nonmetro areas.

These numbers show that self-employment and small, one-person businesses are an important part of how Missourians work and earn income, particularly in rural communities.

Read the full brief: https://brnw.ch/21x5WhC

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Could your heart be telling you something?

Frequent dizziness, unusual fatigue, shortness of breath or fainting shouldn’t simply be brushed off as part of getting older. In some cases, these symptoms may be related to a slow or abnormal heart rhythm-and a pacemaker may help.

Could a pacemaker make a difference? Read the full article to learn the warning signs, who may benefit and what to expect: https://web.goodhealthcontent.com/shareContent?src=bcmhospital.com/recipes-and-wellness&uri=article/do-you-need-a-pacemaker

At BCMH, we’re here to help you listen to your heart and take steps toward better heart health.

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Work to keep fit as Winter approaches

A total 1,138 Missourians got moving this summer through the 100 Miles, 100 Days challenge, logging more than 100,000 miles statewide through walking, biking, swimming and other physical activities. Participants from 79 counties recorded more than 25,000 walks, rides, swims and workouts, with 319 people reaching the 100-mile goal.

The challenge was designed to help Missourians build healthy habits, stay active and connect with others through physical activity.

While the 100 days challenge may be over, your health journey doesn't have to end. Keep the momentum going with programs like Walk With Ease, Stay Strong, Stay Healthy and Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention.

Courtesy MU Extension, Butler MO

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Huckster's Day vendors wanted

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Flip through this week's News-Review & Shopper!

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Bears have another great meet at Hermitage Invitational

Multiple PRs, lots of strong finishes, and our Junior High boys were first as a team!

Below are the results

High school girls

Erica Wilbers- 21:04.7 3rd

Dravyn Scrogham- 25:42.3 42nd

High School Boys

Hayden Dickens-19:27.4 25th

Brennden Ball- 19:44.3 28th

Josh Roberts- 22:22.3 72nd

Junior High Girls

Mia Sanchez- 17:06.09 21st

Airyka Carter- 17:43.3 29th

Skylar Hudgens- 20:58.3 50th PR

Alana Hush- 21:26.7 54th PR

Junior High Boys

1st as a team

Blaine Morrill- 12:47.4 8th PR

Levi Wiese-13:02.6 11th PR

Isaiah Driver- 13:46.6 27th PR

Tyson Phillips- 14:06.7 31st PR

Evan Thomas- 14:09.5 33rd PR

Eli Morris- 14:33 42nd PR

Brandon Algiere- 15:11.7 54th

Starson Cunningham- 15:44.4 67th PR

Lucas Jarred- 16:39.5 84th PR

Aidan Bettels- 16:46.7 87th

Nate Owens- 16:59.5 88th PR

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Miami Homecoming royalty

Miami Homecoming Game and Coronation

The princess candidates and their escorts consisted of:

Freshmen- Enzie Schaller and Tyler Hragyil

Sophomores- Raine Board and Cash Johnston

Juniors- Khloe West and Mikey Kenagy

Seniors- Myra Pitts and Colby Kimbrough

Paige Fairbairn and Gavin Schmidt

Dejah Roundy and Trebor Good

Kindergarten Crown Bearers- Sidney Sizemore and Aspen Dunsmore-Walker

Princess was awarded to Enzie Schaller and Queen was awarded to Paige Fairbarn. Congratulations!

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Lady Blackhawks take first at the Hy-Vee Volleyball Tournament

Out of 41 teams, the Lady Blackhawks took first in the gold (highest) bracket

To achieve first place, they beat Academie Lafayette, Lincoln Prep, Crossroad Prep, Christ Prep, Maryville and St. Pius!

What an exciting win! Congratulations, Blackhawks!

Photo by Jaime Davidson

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Butler High School Competitor of the Week Alden Hedrick

Congratulations to ALDEN HEDRICK, this week’s Player of the Week!

Alden stood out as a COMPETITOR through his effort and determination to step into the QB role as a freshman after one of our upperclassmen went down with an injury. Alden has stepped in, stepped up, and helped keep the Bears rolling!

As one nominator stated:

“The kid has stepped into a role that requires a lot and has shown up every day ready to work and prepare.”

Alden is a freshman this year, and we are excited to see what he will continue to contribute to the Bears over the next four years!

Keep up the great work, Alden!

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Butler Homecoming parade details

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