Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Storm siren testing in Butler today
The City of Butler will conduct the monthly test of the outdoor warning sirens at 10:00 A.M. today, March 7. In the event of threatening weather, the test will be postponed.
No fire found at residence yesterday
On Tue., March 6 at approximately 12:16 P.M., the Butler Fire Department responded to a report of smoke in a residence in the 200 block of W. Ft. Scott.
On arrival, no fire was found and the smoke was due to an electrical problem.
Units were on the scene approximately 45 minutes.
On arrival, no fire was found and the smoke was due to an electrical problem.
Units were on the scene approximately 45 minutes.
-our thanks to Jim Henry, Butler Fire Chief
Obituary - Jim McElwain
Funeral services for Jim McElwain will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be prior to services from 10-11 a.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to Charity of Choice.
Jimmy Dale “Jim” McElwain, age 52 of Kansas City, Missouri died Sunday, March 4, 2012 at his home in Kansas City. He was born January 12, 1960 to Marvin Dale and Bonnie Lou Underwood McElwain in Butler, Missouri.
Jim is survived by his father, Marvin Dale McElwain of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; one brother, Danny Taylor McElwain and wife Rebecca of Greenwood, Missouri; and two nephews, Matthew Taylor McElwain and Clinton Daniel McElwain. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie Lou McElwain.
Jimmy Dale “Jim” McElwain, age 52 of Kansas City, Missouri died Sunday, March 4, 2012 at his home in Kansas City. He was born January 12, 1960 to Marvin Dale and Bonnie Lou Underwood McElwain in Butler, Missouri.
Jim is survived by his father, Marvin Dale McElwain of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; one brother, Danny Taylor McElwain and wife Rebecca of Greenwood, Missouri; and two nephews, Matthew Taylor McElwain and Clinton Daniel McElwain. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie Lou McElwain.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
'Tis the Season - Tips and Info on Surviving a Tornado...
Videos on tornado sheltering in schools, houses and mobile homes available in preparation for severe weather season and Missouri Statewide Tornado Drill
Statewide Tornado Drill at 1:30 p.m. on March 13 is part of Severe Weather Awareness Week in Missouri, March 12-16
JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri’s State Emergency Management Agency has launched new videos demonstrating tornado sheltering in schools, houses and mobile homes in preparation for severe weather season and the March 13 Statewide Tornado Drill. The brief videos show how to prepare for and take cover in a variety of scenarios. The videos can be viewed at: www.Mo.Gov
Statewide Tornado Drill at 1:30 p.m. on March 13 is part of Severe Weather Awareness Week in Missouri, March 12-16
JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri’s State Emergency Management Agency has launched new videos demonstrating tornado sheltering in schools, houses and mobile homes in preparation for severe weather season and the March 13 Statewide Tornado Drill. The brief videos show how to prepare for and take cover in a variety of scenarios. The videos can be viewed at: www.Mo.Gov
Obituary - Thelma Gilliam
Funeral services for Thelma Gilliam will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Muscular Dystrophy Association or American Heart Association.
Thelma Margaret Gilliam, age 92 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, March 5, 2012 at Willow Lane Nursing Center in Butler. She was born February 3, 1920 to Herbert Lee and Dicie Mae Chitwood Snell in Spruce, Missouri.
Thelma is survived by one son, Joe Gilliam Jr. and companion Mary of Butler, Missouri; one daughter, Elaine Barnhart and husband David of Carthage, Missouri; three grandsons, Michael Barnhart and wife Jennifer of Centerton, Arkansas, Karl Barnhart of Pensacola, Florida and Greg Barnhart of Fayetteville, Arkansas; and three great-grandchildren, Finley, Aidan and Liam. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joe; four brothers, Roy, Buford, Joe and Harry; and two sisters, Opal Mullins and Eva McDaniel; and three nephews, Donald, Gilbert and Timothy.
Thelma Margaret Gilliam, age 92 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, March 5, 2012 at Willow Lane Nursing Center in Butler. She was born February 3, 1920 to Herbert Lee and Dicie Mae Chitwood Snell in Spruce, Missouri.
Thelma is survived by one son, Joe Gilliam Jr. and companion Mary of Butler, Missouri; one daughter, Elaine Barnhart and husband David of Carthage, Missouri; three grandsons, Michael Barnhart and wife Jennifer of Centerton, Arkansas, Karl Barnhart of Pensacola, Florida and Greg Barnhart of Fayetteville, Arkansas; and three great-grandchildren, Finley, Aidan and Liam. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joe; four brothers, Roy, Buford, Joe and Harry; and two sisters, Opal Mullins and Eva McDaniel; and three nephews, Donald, Gilbert and Timothy.
More charges in ongoing drug related investigations
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| Candice Danner |
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Three more face charges as the Bates County Sheriff's Department continues the crackdown on local drug activity. In a joint investigation with the Butler Police Department last week, three parties were initially arrested while serving a search warrant at 303 E. Atkinson St., and now a fourth person, Dylan Warren, 18, has been charged with delivery of a controlled substance in connection to activity at that residence. He is being held in the Bates County Jail on a $10,000 bond.
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Additionally, Candice Danner, 27, and Kevin Danner, 24, face charges stemming from "Operation Weed Killer" in Rich Hill last week. Both have been charged with possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance and each are being held on a $25,000 bond.
Sheriff Anderson has stated that the effort to combat drugs and drug related activity in the county is ongoing. Anyone with tips about any type of criminal activity is urged to call the Bates County Sheriff's Department at 660-679-3232 or you may submit at tip on line here http://www.batescountysheriff.com/send_info.aspx
Butler Police Department weekly report
February 27th - Officers take a theft report from the car wash; 400 block of W College on a medical assist; 200 block of W Ohio on a 911 call; 300 block of E Oak on an animal complaint
February 28th - Officers respond to the 400 block of N Orange on a medical assist; walk in animal complaint; 900 block of W Ft Scott on an accident; 400 block of N Main on a disturbance call; 900 block of N Fulton on a well being check; 400 block of S Delaware on a medical assist; Mill and Fulton on a traffic hazard; 1100 block of W Mill on a break in
February 28th - Officers respond to the 400 block of N Orange on a medical assist; walk in animal complaint; 900 block of W Ft Scott on an accident; 400 block of N Main on a disturbance call; 900 block of N Fulton on a well being check; 400 block of S Delaware on a medical assist; Mill and Fulton on a traffic hazard; 1100 block of W Mill on a break in
5th Annual Casino Night March 31st
The 5th Annual Casino night benefit fund raiser will be held for the Bates county Children’s Center in Butler. The night will feature a Social Hour from 6:30 until 7:30 and the Casino will open at 7:30. Tickets are $25.00 in advance and may be purchased at the door the night of the event for $30.00. You must be 21 years of age to attend-the evening will include a live auction, slot machines, Plinko, and Live Mouse races. There will be free food and beverages with the evening menu catered by Butthead BBQ of Adrian.
Tickets to the 5th Annual Casino Night may be purchased from the Bates county Assessment and Treatment Children’s Center located at 413 West Howard Street in Butler, and from the Butler Juvenile Office at the Bates County Courthouse.
The event will be held at the Adrian Optimist Building in Adrian. For more information call 417-549-0900 or 660-679-4434.
-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
Tickets to the 5th Annual Casino Night may be purchased from the Bates county Assessment and Treatment Children’s Center located at 413 West Howard Street in Butler, and from the Butler Juvenile Office at the Bates County Courthouse.
The event will be held at the Adrian Optimist Building in Adrian. For more information call 417-549-0900 or 660-679-4434.
-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
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