Baseball
Ruskin 9
Appleton City 18
Lakeland 8
Butler 2
Lamar 11
El Dorado Springs 1
Harrisonville 11
Holden 10
Archie 23
Lutheran 2
Sherwood 2
Winsor 3
Softball
Jasper 1
Lamar 16
Friday, March 28, 2025
Thursday night ball scores
Baseball
Obituary - Everett Elmer Wilson Jr.
Everett Elmer Wilson Jr., 78, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on March 26, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born and raised in Cass County, Missouri, Everett was a proud lifelong resident of the community he loved. He spent many years working in construction and later dedicated 25 years of service to the City of Harrisonville before retiring. Alongside his professional life, Everett owned and cared for a 160-acre farm outside rural Archie, where he found enjoyment in the chaotic rhythms of country living.
Everett enjoyed the simple things in life—being outdoors, gardening, going to the lake, and “piddling around” outside. Whether tending to his garden or spending time with family, he found joy in every moment. He was a devoted husband, father, “Pops,” and “Papa,” who showed his love through steadfast support and quiet strength. His grandchildren have cherished memories of time spent with him and Jan, often finding any excuse to visit their home.
Preceded in death by Everett Elmer Wilson Sr. and Mary Anna Lawrence Wilson and is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years, Janice Wilson; his siblings: Lawrence and Louise Wilson, Shawn and Gina Wilson, and Chash and Mark Giovenco; his children: Steve Wilson and Dede Vest, Heather and Kayla Wilson, Ronnie and Susan Arnold and family, and Mike Arnold and Emily Allsop-Arnold; and his grandchildren: Shannon and John Jeffries, Nathan Vest, Zachary and Kayla Bundt, Tyler and Abigail Bundt, Morgan and Patrick Mason, Mandi Bundt, Jaelynne and Josh Morey, Jacki Bundt, Kolby and Sierra Arnold, Harlee Arnold, Ryann Arnold, and Colin Arnold.
He was also a proud great-grandfather to Grace and Charlotte Mason, Warren and Gwendolyn Vest, and Walker Bundt.
Everett leaves behind a large and loving extended family of nieces and nephews, including Christie Rogers, Gabrielle Miller, Elizabeth Wilson, McKenna Brooks, Madison Giovenco, Emma Giovenco, Joshua Wilson, and Levi Wilson.
Everett’s legacy is one of love, simplicity, and unwavering support. His gentle presence and quiet wisdom touched the lives of many and will never be forgotten.
Cremation with a celebration of life visitation will be held 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.
Obituary - Jason Scott Kunkelman
Jason Scott Kunkelman was born July 20, 1976 in Kansas City Missouri and was the eldest of 2 children that Larry Kunkelman and Bonnie (Scott) Kunkelman raised. He grew up and attended Adrian High School and graduated in 1994. He worked several jobs over the years: mobile home salesman, Chrysler credit agent, Sioux Chief warehouse worker and nursing aide at various nursing facilities in the area. Jason had three children: Tyler, Joshua, and Marley who he loved and he worked at being a good father. Anyone who met Jason immediately knew he was a huge Superman fan.
Jason Scott Kunkelman is preceded in death by his father, Larry Kunkelman and step-brother, Keith Kunkelman. He is survived by his mother, Bonnie Kunkelman; sons: Tyler Kunkelman and Joshua Kunkelman; daughter, Marley Kunkelman; step-brothers: Floyd Kunkelman and Kevin Kunkelman; step-sister Lynn Elsloo and sister Amy Kunkelman; as well as several nephews and nieces.
No public service will be held. A private family ceremony to spread his ashes at the family home will be held later this summer.
Courtesy Atkinson Funeral Home
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Wednesday night ball scores
Sherwood 4
Cole Camp 1
Adrian (to be updated when available)
Nevada
Softball
Kingsville 4
Archie 14
Rich Hill 1
Butler 11
Planning commission OK’s smaller homes, now it’s up to council
The Butler Planning Commission met Tuesday night regarding allowing smaller homes within city limits.Their recommendation to city council is to allow them on any residential zoned property, but they can be no smaller than 600 square feet in size and must adhere to construction standards parallel to larger homes.
The commission also recommended that container type homes should not be allowed.
Now, the Butler city council will review the recommendations and make a final decision to approve or modify in the upcoming council session on April 1st.
The following is clarification from Mayor Henry regarding definitions:
1. The International Residential Code states a Tiny Home is under 400 Sq. ft. The homes in question are not "tiny homes" or "small homes', they are as defined in our code "Single-family residences". Current ordinance states they must be not less than 800 Sq. ft. The amendment will lower that requirement to 600 Sq. ft. 2. Container homes are not allowed in the City of Butler at this time. That is not to say that they never will be. It was the opinion at the meeting that the proposed ordinance needed some clarification, so this will in all probability come up in the near future.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Weekly report from the Bates County Commission
There were no scheduled meetings.
Johnson Controls Contract was signed for fire protection for the Administration building till April 2028.
Josh Framel with Clearway came in for his scheduled visit. The meeting discussed the Swan Solar Project, a 600-650 MW development in the north part of the county. Key points included the interconnection study by the Southwest Power Pool, expected to be completed by fall, and the need for a customer, likely Evergy. The project involves 4-5 landowners and 4,000 acres. Tax implications were detailed, with a potential revenue of $2 million in the first year. Legislative bills in Missouri, such as Senate Bill 213 and House Bill 440, could impact taxation. The project aims for completion by 2028, with a focus on minimizing environmental impact and community engagement. Clearway is an owner operator that prefers to keep ownership of their projects instead of selling them off after build.
Frank Sedem with NextEra rescheduled for April 9th.
Work in progress
Policy Regarding Indigent Cremations given 8/25/2023
Rattlesnake Hill Roads 11/06/2023
Policy Regarding Computer, E-Mail, Devices and Social Media given 2/14/2024
Telephone Contracts 3/11/2024
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