May 14 - Warrant service on vehicle stop on E. Mill; Harassment call at the Inn; Well being check in the 200 block of E. Dakota; Assisted DFS; Walk in report taken; Disturbance in the 300 block of N. High; Well being check at Nursery and Business 71; Harassment in the 400 block of S. Main; Funeral escort; Animal complaint at Gregory and Park; Theft in the 400 block of W. Pine; Keep the peace in the 1200 block of N. Orange.
May 15 - Attempted theft at Walmart; Well being check in the 400 block of W. College; Keep the peace in the 300 block of N. High; Medical assist in the 500 block of N. Havanna; Well being check in the 400 block of W. Clark; Animal complaint at Broadway and Fort Scott; Open door on the square.
May 16 - Animal complaint at the grade school; Animal complaint at the high school; Warrant service at Probation and Parole office; Harassment in the 300 block of W. Chestnut; Well being check in the 400 block of W. Vine; Theft in the 100 block of N. High; Leave without pay at Conoco.
May 17 - Theft report taken in the 100 block of N. High; C&I driver at Havanna and Harrison; C&I driver on Orange street.
May 18 - Accident at 1200 Orange street; Suspicious vehicle on Fran Ave; Firearms discharged at city lake; Warrant service in the 200 block of S. Delaware; Subject check at South Park.
May 19 - Warrant service at the PD; Warrant service in the 200 block of Country Club Drive; Accident at Ohio and Prospect; Ex Parte violation in the 800 block of N. Delaware; Warrant service at South Park; Well being check at the Inn; Walk in report taken; Disturbance at Gregory and Mill; assist at the ER; Disturbance at Water and Adams.
May 20 - Accident at Walmart; Theft report taken in the 400 block of W. Ohio; Alarm in the 900 block of W. Fort Scott; Trespassing call in the 200 block of S. Willow; Alarm on N. Main; Medical assist in the 900 block of Wix Lane; Well being check in the 200 block of N. Havanna; Theft report taken in teh 800 block of W. Mill
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Monday, May 21, 2012
Public hearing June 12th
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers (2nd Floor) of the Butler City Hall located at 22 West Ohio Street.
The proposed amendments are in regard to allowing the Zoning Board of Adjustment to consider issuing Conditional Use Permits for Home Occupations in the R-1, R-2, R-3, and R-4 Residential Zoning Districts. The proposed amendments would be to Chapter 26. Zoning, Article II. Administration and Enforcement, Division 2. Zoning Board of Adjustments; Appeals, Variances, etc. and Article VI. Supplemental Regulations, Division 1. Generally in the City Code.
All interested persons are encouraged to attend the public hearing and be heard. Written statements will also be received before the hearing. The proposed amendments are available at City Hall and if you have any questions regarding the proposed amendments please contact the City Administrator’s office.
The proposed amendments are in regard to allowing the Zoning Board of Adjustment to consider issuing Conditional Use Permits for Home Occupations in the R-1, R-2, R-3, and R-4 Residential Zoning Districts. The proposed amendments would be to Chapter 26. Zoning, Article II. Administration and Enforcement, Division 2. Zoning Board of Adjustments; Appeals, Variances, etc. and Article VI. Supplemental Regulations, Division 1. Generally in the City Code.
All interested persons are encouraged to attend the public hearing and be heard. Written statements will also be received before the hearing. The proposed amendments are available at City Hall and if you have any questions regarding the proposed amendments please contact the City Administrator’s office.
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Dr. R.G. Hatten retiring after 63 years
Dr. R.G. Hatten, D.C., F.I.C.C. announces his retirement, effective June 8th, after 63 years of chiropractic care. He counts his blessing daily for a successful chiropractic career, but first and foremost for a wonderful family, his wife, Lillie of 68 years, 3 wonderful children, their spouses, 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grand children. The highlight of his life was when his son, Dr. Rob, joined him in his practice almost 37 years ago. Their dedication marks a combined total of 100 years of primary care as chiropractic physicians.
Dr. Hatten first open his office on the 2nd floor of the J.C. Penny’s building and moved to the Jennings Building in 1951. He purchased the Professional Building on the northwest corner of the square in 1957. After extensive remodeling, he opened his office at the present location in 1958. Gratitude is expressed to long-term employees Gladys Blakeman and Sharon Greer.
Dr. Hatten states that he owes a debt of gratitude to his patients, friends and acquaintances for all the support they have given him these man years. He has treated four generations of many families. Dr. Hatten also states that he is blessed that God has given him the energy, good health and time to give back to his community and his Alma Mater, Cleveland Chiropractic College where he graduated after serving 3 years in World War II with the 511th Parachute Regiment.
Dr. Hatten has served many years as an elder of the Butler Presbyterian Church. His other community service includes: Butler City Council, 6 years on the Butler RV School board, president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, President of the Butler Lions Club, Commander of the American Legion (60 year member); he is a 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason, a member of the Ararat Shrine Center where he served as Membership Chairman in 1982, Chairman of the Executive Board in 1999. He also is a member of the Legion of Honor and the Royal Order of Jesters, having served as Director in 2002 and a recipient of the coveted Hugh Libby award.
He is an original board member of the Butler Enterprise Corporation (55 year member), Worshipful Master of Butler Masonic Lodge (60 year member) current member of the Board of Directors Community First Banks. His activities with the youth of Butler include co-managing Food Town Little League Baseball Team with C.A. Moore, an assistant Scout Master with Dr. C.W. Luter, and a Sunday School teacher.
Dr. Hatten served 6 years on the Board of Trustees of Cleveland Chiropractic College, his Alma Mater, where he received the Alumnus of the Year Award in 1984 in recognition of his generous commitment and education to the college. In 2003, he was designated as a Cleveland Star and is a member of the Ambassador’s Society of the College. He is a fellow of the International College of Chiropractic, a member of Chiropractic Knights of the Round Table, and a member of the Missouri State Chiropractic Association. Dr. Hatten was included in the National Directory of Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals.
Dr. Hatten stated that he felt confident that his patients would continue to receive the same dedicated care from Dr. Rob at the same location. The office will be open from 8:00 – 5:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday with office hours from 8:00 to noon on Saturday.
The office of Dr.’s R.G. and R.L. Hatten will celebrate 100 years of chiropractic care June 9th. You are invited to join them for a reception in recognition of this milestone Saturday, June 9th from 1 – 4pm at the Community First Bank, 915 West Fort Scott Street in Butler.
Dr. Hatten first open his office on the 2nd floor of the J.C. Penny’s building and moved to the Jennings Building in 1951. He purchased the Professional Building on the northwest corner of the square in 1957. After extensive remodeling, he opened his office at the present location in 1958. Gratitude is expressed to long-term employees Gladys Blakeman and Sharon Greer.
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| Dr. R.L. Hatten and Dr. R.G. Hatten |
Dr. Hatten states that he owes a debt of gratitude to his patients, friends and acquaintances for all the support they have given him these man years. He has treated four generations of many families. Dr. Hatten also states that he is blessed that God has given him the energy, good health and time to give back to his community and his Alma Mater, Cleveland Chiropractic College where he graduated after serving 3 years in World War II with the 511th Parachute Regiment.
Dr. Hatten has served many years as an elder of the Butler Presbyterian Church. His other community service includes: Butler City Council, 6 years on the Butler RV School board, president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, President of the Butler Lions Club, Commander of the American Legion (60 year member); he is a 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason, a member of the Ararat Shrine Center where he served as Membership Chairman in 1982, Chairman of the Executive Board in 1999. He also is a member of the Legion of Honor and the Royal Order of Jesters, having served as Director in 2002 and a recipient of the coveted Hugh Libby award.
He is an original board member of the Butler Enterprise Corporation (55 year member), Worshipful Master of Butler Masonic Lodge (60 year member) current member of the Board of Directors Community First Banks. His activities with the youth of Butler include co-managing Food Town Little League Baseball Team with C.A. Moore, an assistant Scout Master with Dr. C.W. Luter, and a Sunday School teacher.
Dr. Hatten served 6 years on the Board of Trustees of Cleveland Chiropractic College, his Alma Mater, where he received the Alumnus of the Year Award in 1984 in recognition of his generous commitment and education to the college. In 2003, he was designated as a Cleveland Star and is a member of the Ambassador’s Society of the College. He is a fellow of the International College of Chiropractic, a member of Chiropractic Knights of the Round Table, and a member of the Missouri State Chiropractic Association. Dr. Hatten was included in the National Directory of Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals.
Dr. Hatten stated that he felt confident that his patients would continue to receive the same dedicated care from Dr. Rob at the same location. The office will be open from 8:00 – 5:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday with office hours from 8:00 to noon on Saturday.
The office of Dr.’s R.G. and R.L. Hatten will celebrate 100 years of chiropractic care June 9th. You are invited to join them for a reception in recognition of this milestone Saturday, June 9th from 1 – 4pm at the Community First Bank, 915 West Fort Scott Street in Butler.
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Rich Hill Police Department activity report
Rich Hill Police Department Activity Report
May7, 2012 to May 13, 2012
05-14-2012
ALARM
05-15-2012
DOMESTIC
05-16-2012
JUVENILE PROBLEM
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT
OVERDOSE
GAS LEAK
05-17-2012
SPEAK TO OFFICER
05-18-2012
ALARM
THEFT
05-19-2012
DOMESTIC
AMBULANCE REQUEST
05-20-2012
Report from the Bates County Sheriff's Department
Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report
May 14, 2012 to May 20, 2012
05-14-2012
NOISE-RICH HILL
C&I-ADRIAN
SPEAK TO OFFICER-ADRIAN
CHECK WELL BEING-RICH HILL
THEFT-AMSTERDAM Deputies responded to a theft that occurred earlier in rural Amsterdam, MO.
FOLLOW UP-ADRIAN Deputies executed an arrest warrant on Rodney Stacey of Adrian, MO.
AGENCY ASSIST-BUTLER
SPEAK TO OFFICER-BUTLER
SPEAK TO OFFICER-RICH HILL
C&I-RICH HILL
DISTURBANCE-RICH HILL Deputies were dispatched to a disturbance in progress. Male subject was issued a citation for drug paraphernalia. No further action was taken at this time.
Urich man receives serious injuries in single car accident
52 year old Russell A. Parker of Urich sustained serious injuries around 6 p.m. yesterday in a one car accident on Route BB, about 5.5 miles North of 18 highway, as the Northbound 1995 Ford driven by Parker left the right side of the roadway and struck an embankment.
He was transported to Research Hospital by Bates County EMS. MSHP Trooper G.J. Jenner was assisted at the scene by Adrian Fire Department first responders.
He was transported to Research Hospital by Bates County EMS. MSHP Trooper G.J. Jenner was assisted at the scene by Adrian Fire Department first responders.
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Obituary - Mark Ephland
Obituary for Mark Ephland
1957 - 2012
Visitation:
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Penwell-Gabel - Olathe Chapel
14275 Blackbob Rd
Olathe, KS 66063-1086 913-768-6777
Penwell-Gabel - Olathe Chapel
14275 Blackbob Rd
Olathe, KS 66063-1086 913-768-6777
Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 11:00 AM
College Church of the Nazarene, Olathe, KS
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Obituary - Paul Howell Sr.
Funeral services for Paul Rollin Howell Sr. will be 2 p.m. Monday, May 21, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. prior to the service at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel. Burial in Greenlawn Cemetery, Rich Hill, Missouri. Contributions to the American Legion.
Paul R. Howell Sr., age 73 of Butler, Missouri, died Thursday, May 17. 2012 at V.A. Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born November 3, 1938 to Charles Newman and Josephine Anna Florence Short Howell in Appleton City, Missouri.
Paul is survived by two sons, Paul R. Howell Jr. and wife Connie of Rich Hill, Missouri and James Howell and wife Okie of Adrian, Missouri; a step-son, Robert Wright III and wife Julie of Kingsville, Missouri; two step-daughters, Blanche Boyd and husband Bill of Lee's Summit, Missouri and Linda Urie and husband Doug of Lee's Summit, Missouri; a sister, Shirley Schimmelpfenning and husband Roy of Harrisonville, Missouri; two grandsons, five step-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Artie in 1992; three brothers, Wesley, Donald and Everett; and a sister.
Paul R. Howell Sr., age 73 of Butler, Missouri, died Thursday, May 17. 2012 at V.A. Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born November 3, 1938 to Charles Newman and Josephine Anna Florence Short Howell in Appleton City, Missouri.
Paul is survived by two sons, Paul R. Howell Jr. and wife Connie of Rich Hill, Missouri and James Howell and wife Okie of Adrian, Missouri; a step-son, Robert Wright III and wife Julie of Kingsville, Missouri; two step-daughters, Blanche Boyd and husband Bill of Lee's Summit, Missouri and Linda Urie and husband Doug of Lee's Summit, Missouri; a sister, Shirley Schimmelpfenning and husband Roy of Harrisonville, Missouri; two grandsons, five step-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Artie in 1992; three brothers, Wesley, Donald and Everett; and a sister.
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