Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Bates County and surrounding areas until 11 pm this evening. 


See current radar here

Butler Downtown Dog Daze this Thursday

Plan on taking the family to the Butler Square next Thursday, August 19th for a fun evening presented by the Butler Downtown Association. David Letterman would be proud to know that the public will be treated to dog tricks and a dog show starting at 5 pm with prize  money for winners of both categories. At 6 pm, humans can display their talents with prize money for the winners as well.

Local artist Irene Holt will sing and entertain following the the talent show; hot dogs, chips and drinks will be available throughout the evening and there will be a large inflatable for the kids.

Bring your lawn chair and pick a shady spot. For more information regarding the Talent Show, contact Teresa Wilson at 660-679-6224.

Butler Schools ready for new year

Next Thursday, August 19th marks the first day of school for Butler students and there's a flurry of activity as teachers and staff prepare for students to return:

Kindergarten Roundup August 16th @ 7PM.

Elementary Back To School Night August 17th. Meet in Elementary Gym: 1st, 2nd grade meet at 6:00; 3rd, 4th grade meet at 6:30; 5th, 6th grade meet at 7:00PM.

School Calendar through the end of 2010:
**NOTE: Each Thursday, school will dismiss one hour early for staff professional development.

Visit the Butler schools web site 
View the back to school news letter
School lunch menus

Bit & Spur Barrel Racing starts this month

Adrian Bit & Spur Club

4D Barrel Racing

Fall High Point Series Possible added $$$$ in addition to awards!

**MUST ATTEND 3 OF 4 RACES TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS**

Location: Ferguson Arena, Adrian, MO August 28, September 11th, 25th, October 9 7:30 warm-ups Entry Fees: $3 warm-ups, $20 open (No checks please.)

**Award fee required.** If interested - will have youth & peewee classes and poles.

Concession on grounds. Rain dates are the following Saturday.

Check: Facebook - BitnSpur Missouri before you haul!

www.barrelhorseworld.com

http://adrianbitnspur.webs.com

Sponsored by Butler Country Mart and Archie Blackjack BBQ

Crystal Manor open house this weekend

The public is invited to attend open house at Adrian Crystal Manor tomorrow from 1-4 pm. Enjoy refreshments, talk with the staff and take the grand tour of the facility.

Local forecast - relief in sight!

                       cooler temps ahead!

EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM TONIGHT

Today

Partly cloudy. Very hot and humid. Highs around 102. South winds 10 to 15 mph. Heat index readings 109 to 114. 

Tonight

Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.

Butler Bears scrimmage and pancake breakfast this Saturday

The Butler Bear Backers are gearing up for the 2010 - 2011 season with a scrimmage and pancake breakfast this Saturday at Deaton Thomas field. Parking spaces will be auctioned off as a fundraiser and breakfast will be served at 7:30 am. 

Last summer concert for the Bates County Nostalgia Band coming up

As summer draws to an end, so does the schedule for the Bates County Nostalgia Band, who will be playing their last concert of the season next Monday night, August 16th. The St. Matthews Lutheran Church will be serving ice cream; the fun begins at 7:30 pm at the bandstand on the Butler square.