Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Suspect description released in hunter stabbing near Drexel

The Cass County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect in the assault on a Drexel man. The victim, Brent A. Scott, 41, Drexel, stated that he was deer hunting on the morning of November 25 when he was approached by a man described as white, 5'9, 250lbs, approximately 30 years old, stocky build, with shaggy brown hair.

Investigators are working with Mr. Scott to develop a composite sketch to be released later.

Anyone with information on this case should contact the Cass County Sheriff's Office at 816-380-5200.

Appleton City 'Christmas in the Country' this Saturday

The community of Appleton city will host a Christmas in the country this Saturday December 3rd. The event will feature several holiday activities , such as a home tour, handmade arts and crafts by local artisans. The Appleton City Library will be open with refreshments and a tickets will be for sale to get you in the drawing to win gift baskets, savings bonds and a handmade quilt by Wanda Alexander. The drawing will be held at 11 am.

The FFA Green house will be open in the house west of the Appleton City High School gym. There will be a bake sale starting at 9 am at 116 South Maple Street, The Kreisler’s county Pharmacy will host an open house from 9 to noon, Petals West will be open for a Holiday Open House from 9 am till 3 pm with door prizes and refreshments.

The Farm House Kitchen invites you in for a complementary cup of spiced apple cider, hot chocolate or coffee. Three Wishes in Appleton City will be open for the , “ Christmas in the Country” holiday celebration. Featuring original mosaics, original art and unique creations, the Hudson Hustlers 4-H Club, will host a potato bar lunch from 11 to 1 pm.

Santa will be in the Appleton City Park from 4 to 5 pm, a ham and bean and chili and soup supper at 5 pm until 8:30 at the Appleton city Christian Church 100 south chestnut, Live holiday music from 5:45 to 7:15.

-courtesy FM 92.1 the Bullet

Obituary - David Carrel

David R. Carrel, 55 formerly of Branson, Mo., passed away November 29, 2011 in Butler surrounded by family.

Cremation, with memorial services 5:00 PM Saturday, December 3, 2011 under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660) 679-0009 with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Visitation 4-5:00 PM at the funeral home.

A complete obituary will be posted when that information becomes available.

Written messages and memories may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Obituary - Margaret Shobe

Funeral services for Margaret Shobe will be 2 p.m. Thursday, December 1, 2011 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to Family.

Margaret Shobe, age 84 of Butler, Missouri died November 28, 2011 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. She was born July 17, 1927 to Oliver and Vernes Sweets Shobe in Lincoln, Missouri.

Margaret is survived by a son, Willard Shobe of Butler, Missouri; a daughter, Kathleen Shaw and husband Patrick of Kansas City, Kansas; one brother, Levi Shobe of Sedalia, Missouri; three grandchildren, Margaritta Ratliff, Jackqueline Mitchell and Bradley Shobe; and five great-grandchildren, Anthony, Antione, Dollar, Kurious and Adyson. She was preceded in death by her parents; twin sister, Fannie Frances Buckner; and one brother, Ervin Shobe.

Butler Police Department weekly report

Nov. 22 - Medical assist in the 600 block of W. Pine; keep the peace in the 500 block of N. Delaware; keep the peace on Cedar Lane; animal complaint in the 400 block of S. High.

Nov. 23 - Property damage at the new Walmart; suspicious vehicle at Schowengerdt's storage; theft call in the 200 block of S. High; stolen license plate report taken; prowler call in the 200 block of S. Willow.


Santa's helpers in Rich Hill...

The community of Rich Hill will be collecting gifts of toys and money for the children in Rich Hill this Christmas season.

Wanda and Ruth are spearheading the collection for Santa. The drop off location will be at the Security Bank of Rich Hill.

Thursday December 15th will be the last day to donate and submit names.

Your help with Christmas season will be appreciated by children in need in the community of Rich Hill.

-courtesy FM 92.1 the Bullet

Monday, November 28, 2011

Small house fire in Butler this evening

At 5:10 p.m. the Butler Fire Department was summoned on a report of a fire at a residence at 214 S. Mechanic street. The exact cause and extent of damages is unknown at this time, however it appears to have been a small fire and was quickly brought under control.

More information will be posted after an official report from Chief Jim Henry is made available.

American Cancer Society Day Dec. 5th at BCMH


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