Greg D. Mullinax announces campaign for Coroner of Bates County

Funeral director and business owner Greg D. Mullinax of Butler has announced he is running for Coroner of Bates County.

Mullinax, 30, owns and operates Mullinax Funeral Home in Butler, along with a branch chapel located in Drexel, Missouri. He resides above the funeral home in Butler.

“It is my highest priority to be available to the citizens of Bates County 24 hours a day, living at the funeral home in Butler. As coroner, I pledge to respond immediately when needed, and to operate a highly professional, trusted, respectable and efficient Coroner’s office for Bates County,” said Mullinax.

Mullinax, a Republican, has a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and maintains excellent working relationships with area pathologists, laboratories and law enforcement professionals who interact with the Coroner’s office. He currently is active in several community organizations including the Butler Area Chamber of Commerce, and is active in Bates County Relay for Life. He is finishing his 3rd term as President of the Drexel Lions Club. On weekends he can often be found as a guest organist for Butler area churches.

Communication, dignity, and professionalism for families interacting with the Coroner’s office are key issues to Mullinax. 

“A coroner must act at all times with dignity, duty and sincere respect. Families in Bates County can count on me to be available immediately when needed; and diligently carry out the duties of Coroner with the kind of honor and professionalism they would be proud of.” -­‐Greg D. Mullinax

Mid 80's today, rain to follow...

50 May Be the New 40, but Screening Can’t Wait...

Say happy birthday to loved ones due for a CRC screening with our animated e-card. It's not always easy to talk those you love into making healthy decisions, but we hope this card helps to break the ice and encourages them to schedule a screening. You could save someone's life, and that's the best birthday gift you could give. Wish someone a happy, healthy birthday today.

Editor's note-March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month and the Bates County Memorial Hospital along with the American Cancer Society, is providing an educational display on March 29th and the public is urged to attend. More information can be found by clicking here.

Nixle service performed as promised...

A text message received during
the statewide test today

 Things got pretty loud a few minutes ago as the statewide severe weather test was performed. Storm sirens, weather radios sounded while local TV and radio stations aired the tones as well- and so far, so good.

A bonus of the test was the opportunity to see the newly implemented text and email alert service in action. The service was recently adopted by the Bates County Sheriff's Department and is provided by a nationally recognized company called Nixle.

Shown here are a couple of screen shots, both of the email and the text message received at Bates County Live. Both arrived within mere seconds of the statewide test.

You can sign up for free-Simply text your zip code to 888777 and you will be instantly registered to receive local alert text messages from Nixle. You may also receive alerts by email, mobile application or through your web browser- more information can be found on the Nixle web site at www.nixle.com.

This email was received from the Bates County Sheriff's Department via the Nixle
 service informing us of the statewide severe weather test held today

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St. Patrick’s Day Lunch at Butler Senior Center

The Butler Senior Center will host a Lucky 7 Lunch for the public on St. Patrick’s day. The menu will feature the traditional Cornbeef and Cabbage, potatoes and carrots, dessert , bread and Drink. Lunch will be served from 11:00 to 1:00 at the Butler Senior Center March 17th. Dine in or carry out is available.

The Butler Senior Center is located at 611 West Mill Street. Everyone is invited to dine at the center.


St Matthew Lutheran Spaghetti spectacular March 18th

The Spring Spaghetti Spectacular will be held March 18th at the St. Matthew Lutheran Church located at 207 West Atkinson Street in Butler. Tickets are 7 dollars each and children under age 8 eat for half price. Tickets are $1.00 off if purchased in advance. Tickets are available at Corner Hardware in Butler. All Proceeds will support the St. Matthew Foster Parent Program. Carry out and Delivery will be available within the city limits of Butler. Dinner will be served from 5 to 7 pm.


13 Brothers DeMolay and Squires Annual Fundraiser Dinner

The 13 Brothers DeMolay and Squires are holding their Annual Fundraiser Dinner at the Butler Masonic Lodge on Saturday March 24th. The dinner will be served at 6 pm at the Lodge. The menu is smoked pork and beef, served with beans, potatoes, green beans, roll, dessert and drink. Dinner will be $8.00 for adults and kids ages 6-12 will eat for $4.00 and ages 5 years old and under will eat for free. The Butler Masonic Lodge is located on North Business 71 Highway in Butler.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

Summer Reading Program gets boost from Lions Club

The Butler Lions Club recently presented the Butler Public Library with a check for $800.00 to sponsor the summer reading program. President Randy Pike and Terry Rice presented the check to library director, Linda Hunter. 

The Lions Club has sponsored this program for at least 15 years and the donation is greatly appreciated. 

More information about the library, including the summer reading program, can be found on the library web site here www.butlerpubliclibrary.org

An educational day at the Hume Christian Church

On March 5, the Hearth and Home Educators homeschool group held their 11th annual Wax Museum, Science Fair and Art Show at the Hume Christian Church. This was the group's largest event ever with a total of 24 students participating in the evening with 14 historical presentations, 18 science exhibits and 24 displays of artwork.

Historical presentations for the Wax Museum were made by: David the Shepherd Boy (Gabriel Nissen), Leif Erikson (Levi Skocy), Leonardo da Vinci (Jon Perkins), Nicolaus Copernicus (John Armentrout), Catherine of Aragon (Ella Armentrout), Jeanne d'Albret (Erin Armentrout), Lady Jane Grey (Hannah Clayton), Davey Crockett (Andrew Newkirk), George Muller (Hunter Nissen), Theodore Roosevelt (Roy Lee Watson), An Orphan Train Girl (Victoria Newkirk), Catherine Sager (Shaylee Doody), Charlie Chaplin (Nash Smalley), and Julia Childs (Tiffany Newkirk).

Science Exhibitors were: John Armentrout - Solar System; Erin Armentrout - Osmosis; Charlene, Sahara & Sibylla Watson - Solar System; Shaylee Doody - Butterflies; Ella Armentrout - Growing Crystals; Nash Smalley - Dissection; Gabriel Nissen - Owl Pellets; Hunter Nissen - Chicken Nuggets; Levi Skocy - Solar System; Shauna Hellwig - Polymers; Carson Elmer - Crystals; Clay Cumpton - Pig Anatomy; Clint cumpton - Cow Anatomy.

Art Exhibitors were: Erin, Ella & John Armentrout, Charlene, Roy, Sahara, & Sibylla Watson, Tiffany, Andrew & Victoria Newkirk, Hannah & Abi Clayton, Shauna Hellwig, Gabriel & Hunter Nissen, Levi Skocy, Nash Smalley, Katherine Collins, Landon & Carson Elmer, Jon Perkins, Clay & Clint Cumpton.

Hearth & Home Educators is a homeschooling support group that has been serving Bates County homeschoolers since 1995. For more information about the group contact hearth.home.educators@gmail.com

-our thanks to Susie Smalley

A fun and educational day for the Hearth & Home Educators
11th annual Wax Museum, Science Fair and Art Show at the Hume Christian Church

Statewide Tornado Drill today

A statewide tornado will be held today at 1:30 p.m. During the test, all alert devices will be activated including storm sirens and weather radios. Likewise, local TV and radio stations will activate EAS tones as well.

The test is expected to last for about 5 minutes.