Today
Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 40s. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Clear. Lows in the mid 20s. North winds 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
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Alzheimer's support group meeting time change...
The December 19th, 2011 Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting at the Bates County Memorial Hospital has been changed from 6:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Facilitator for the meeting will be Jeanne Reeder, LMSW, Individual & Family Services Specialist,
Heart of America Alzheimer's Association.
Facilitator for the meeting will be Jeanne Reeder, LMSW, Individual & Family Services Specialist,
Heart of America Alzheimer's Association.
If you plan to attend, please note the time change on your calendar.
Don’t let your holidays be spoiled by the food
The Centers for Disease Control estimates that there are 48 million cases of foodborne illness in the United States every year. More foodborne illness is reported during the summer months but with family buffet dinners and other holiday gatherings, the potential is always there. By practicing safe food handling, storage and holding, you can prevent unnecessary illness of your loved ones.
“Leaving food out for ‘grazing’ increases the risk for illness” said Tammy Roberts from Bates County University of Missouri Extension. The old saying of keeping hot foods hot and cold foods cold holds true for the holiday season. When food is stored below 140 degrees and above 40 degrees, the potential for bacteria growth exists so be sure to put it away before it has been out for more than two hours. Bacteria grow best on protein-containing foods such as meat, eggs, milk, fish and poultry.
“Leaving food out for ‘grazing’ increases the risk for illness” said Tammy Roberts from Bates County University of Missouri Extension. The old saying of keeping hot foods hot and cold foods cold holds true for the holiday season. When food is stored below 140 degrees and above 40 degrees, the potential for bacteria growth exists so be sure to put it away before it has been out for more than two hours. Bacteria grow best on protein-containing foods such as meat, eggs, milk, fish and poultry.
Commissioner Randy W. Pike Announces Bid for State Representative
Pike pledges common-sense, fiscally responsible leadership in announcement:
“As your District 126th Representative, I will work diligently to address legislative issues. One area of focus will be to foster an atmosphere for job growth in Bates and Vernon counties. The proposed I-49 Corridor will bring new opportunities to our area in many aspects of business and population growth.” Pike said. “Economic development is essential to sustain current business and to foster future job growth.“
Pike’s experience and involvement in economic development is extensive. In addition to county leadership, Pike is currently serving as President of Kaysinger Basin Regional Planning Commission, which provides seven area counties, including Vernon and Bates counties, with funding assistance and administration in areas of economic development, transportation, solid waste management, hazard mitigation, and homeland security planning. Pike is a six-year board member with Missouri Association of Counties, currently serving on the State 911 Hearing Committee in Jefferson City. Experienced in obtaining grant funding, Pike has successfully worked on multi-million dollar state and federal funding projects on the county and community level for targeted watershed projects, recycling, and city revitalization. He is currently President of the Butler Lion’s Club.
Postal Service to delay closures until Spring
The U.S. Postal Service has agreed to delay the closing of 252 mail processing centers and 3,700 local post offices until mid-May.
The cash-strapped agency, which is forecast to lose a record $14.1 billion next year, announced last week it was moving forward on cutbacks. It had planned to begin closing processing centers as early as April, and some post offices early next year.
Last Thursday, a group of 18 Senate Democrats signed a letter to congressional leaders asking them to add language to legislation that would halt closings for six months.
Closures could cost 100,000 postal employees their jobs including some here in Bates County and surrounding areas.
The cash-strapped agency, which is forecast to lose a record $14.1 billion next year, announced last week it was moving forward on cutbacks. It had planned to begin closing processing centers as early as April, and some post offices early next year.
Last Thursday, a group of 18 Senate Democrats signed a letter to congressional leaders asking them to add language to legislation that would halt closings for six months.
Closures could cost 100,000 postal employees their jobs including some here in Bates County and surrounding areas.
Last September, it was revealed that the U.S. Postal Service had been overcharged some $75 billion in contributions to the retirement pension fund. That amount (or any part of) repaid to the USPS would certainly reduce the number of closures; however it appears that if it happens at all, it won't happen soon enough.
Pets and holidays don't always mix...
Holiday Tips from the Humane Society of Missouri
Pets are part of our family, so it’s natural for pet owners to want to share holiday foods and festivities with their dogs and cats. However, many pet owners don’t know the hidden dangers in holiday treats and trimmings. The Humane Society of Missouri has helpful tips to help keep pets safe during the holiday season.
Human foods fed even in small amounts can cause stomach upset in pets or, in certain instances, result in severe problems. Some popular holiday treats that can cause harm to your pet include:
• Chocolate – Baked goods and candies containing chocolate are potentially lethal if ingested by pets. Baking ingredients like baking cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate can be more dangerous to pets than the finished products they go into.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Butler Police Department weekly report
Dec. 6 - Well being check in the 400 block of S. High; animal complaint in the 300 block of W. Ohio; respond to Walmart; alarm call in the 600 block of Gregory; animal complaint in the 800 block of Wix Lane; accident at Dollar Store; suspicious vehicle at Max Motors; accident at hospital; alarm call at Osage Pecans.
Dec. 7 - Alarm at Sears; well being check in the 200 block of N. Fulton; keep the peace at Hooterville trailer court; remove subject at Pathways; remove subject at Casey's of Fort Scott; suspicious subject on Mill street; medical assist at Hill Top trailer court.
Dec. 8 - DWI arrest at Havanna and Ohio; harassment call in the 400 block of W. Vine; leave without pay at Casey's; disturbance near Mill and 71; animal complaint in the 800 block of Grove; 911 hang up in the 300 block of S. Main; assist Conservation Department at Flaming Lantern; possible theft near Pine and Orange.
Dec. 9 - Two car accident at Nursery and Fulton; disturbance in the 400 block of N. Main; keep the peace in the 400 block of N. Main; C&I driver on West 52 highway; well being check in the 300 block of N. Prospect.
Dec. 10 - Alarm at Osage Pecan; theft at the Filling Station; theft from vehicle at Casey's on Fort Scott.
Dec. 11 - Alarm at Walmart; keep the peace on the square; medical assist in the 200 block of W. Nursery; suspicious person at Hill Top trailer court.
Dec. 12 - Walk in theft report taken; well being check in the 800 block of N. Delaware; keep the peace on Meadow Lane; medical assist at the grade school; medical assist in the 200 block of E. Atkinson; walk in theft report taken.
Dec. 7 - Alarm at Sears; well being check in the 200 block of N. Fulton; keep the peace at Hooterville trailer court; remove subject at Pathways; remove subject at Casey's of Fort Scott; suspicious subject on Mill street; medical assist at Hill Top trailer court.
Dec. 8 - DWI arrest at Havanna and Ohio; harassment call in the 400 block of W. Vine; leave without pay at Casey's; disturbance near Mill and 71; animal complaint in the 800 block of Grove; 911 hang up in the 300 block of S. Main; assist Conservation Department at Flaming Lantern; possible theft near Pine and Orange.
Dec. 9 - Two car accident at Nursery and Fulton; disturbance in the 400 block of N. Main; keep the peace in the 400 block of N. Main; C&I driver on West 52 highway; well being check in the 300 block of N. Prospect.
Dec. 10 - Alarm at Osage Pecan; theft at the Filling Station; theft from vehicle at Casey's on Fort Scott.
Dec. 11 - Alarm at Walmart; keep the peace on the square; medical assist in the 200 block of W. Nursery; suspicious person at Hill Top trailer court.
Dec. 12 - Walk in theft report taken; well being check in the 800 block of N. Delaware; keep the peace on Meadow Lane; medical assist at the grade school; medical assist in the 200 block of E. Atkinson; walk in theft report taken.
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