Accident in Butler, car fire in Adrian

The Adrian Fire Department and local authorities responded yesterday evening to a pickup fire on northbound 71 at the Adrian exit ramp. The vehicle was was total loss and there were no injuries.

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An minor injury accident was reported by the Missouri Highway Patrol last night at 10:32 pm at the 71 highway and the west 52 exit ramp. The accident occurred as a 2008 Mercury driven by Richard D. Frazier of Wheaton, IL failed to yield to a westbound 2008 Chevrolet driven by Kyie D. McLay of Butler. Both vehicles had extensive damage and were towed from the scene. A passenger in the McLay vehicle, Kassity L. McLay also had minor injuries. Charges are pending.

Heat advisory in effect

A heat advisory is in effect until 7 pm Thursday evening. Highs today will peak in the mid 90's, however, it will feel more like 105 to 110.

A heat advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is
expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity
will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are
possible. Drink plenty of fluids... stay in an air-conditioned
room... stay out of the sun... and check up on relatives and
neighbors. Do not leave children or pets in vehicles for any
amount of time.

Highlights and two day schedule for the Bates County Fair

Obituary - Helen Marie Varns July 25, 1923-July 12, 2010

Helen Marie Varns, 86 of Butler, MO died Monday, July 12, 2010 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 16, 2010 at the Butler Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, July 15 at the church. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bates County Cancer Society, c/o the Atkinson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 325, Adrian, MO 64720.

Summer kid's event starts July 25th

A summer kid's event called "High Seas Expedition" will be hosted by the First Christian Church in Butler from July 25th. through July 29th.

Kids will participate in bible learning activities, songs, games, crafts, and yummy treats. Projects include "Pillows for Patients" to give children in need, collecting canned goods for local families, and offerings for charity.

High Seas Expedition is for children ages 4--13 and will run from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, with a closing program on Friday the 30th. at 7 p.m.

For more information please call 660-679-3066.

submitted by Donna White

Correction regarding Adrian Optimist Bingo

Our previous post regarding the bingo pot was incorrect. Next week's pot is $3,000 and it increases each week by $250, not $25 as previously stated. Have fun playing and good luck!

Busy night at the Fairgrounds

New events at the Fair are taking place tonight 5 to 8 pm:

Baseball and softball Home Run Derby at Comets field and the Girls Softball field. Age groups 8-13, 14-18, 19 and older. $1 entry fee.

Basketball free throw contest on the east side of the Youth Building.

Punt and pass contest-$1 entry fee

Hole-in-one contest with $20,000 winners purse. The contest runs nightly with 5 people qualifying each night. A temporary sand green has been placed at the fairgrounds with the final contest taking place at the Butler Country Club this Saturday at hole #8. Entry free is $1.

Sauna like conditions through weekend