Thursday, July 12, 2012
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Baby Show winners this evening...
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| 2012 BATES COUNTY FAIR BABY SHOW WINNERS Front row left to right: Arianah Mager of Drexel, Liam Kelso, Easton Newsome, Braelynn Isaacson and Grayson Lesmeister, all of of Butler. Back row left to right: Graceleigh Green, Jackson Foster, Jocelyn Bartlett and Brayden Davalos, all of Butler |
Here's a complete list of tonight's winners chosen from a total of 50 babies entered:
Girls 0-3 months - Arianah Mager, daughter of Ashley Mager of Drexel
Boys 0-3 months - Liam Kelso, son of Maria Kelso of Butler
Girls 4-6 months - no entry
Boys 4-6 months - Easton Newsome, son of Justin and Meghan Newsome of Butler
Girls 7-12 months - Braelynn Isaacson, daughter of Brett and Ashley Isaacson of Butler
Boys 7-12 months - Grayson Lesmeister, son of Denver and Jessica Lesmeister of Butler
Girls 13-18 months - Graceleigh Green, daughter of Erica Green of Butler
Boys 13-18 months - Jackson Foster, son of Dustin and Misty Foster of Butler
Girls 19-24 months - Jocelyn Bartlett, daughter of Matt Bartlett and Cindy Florez of Butler
Boys 19-24 months - Brayden Davalos, son of Leanna Davalos of Butler
A special thanks to the ladies of Beta Sigma Phi Epsilon Omicron and judges:
Rachelle VanGohen of Shawnee, KS
Lisa Marino of Overland Park, KS
Sarah Kennedy of Olathe, KS
Deep cuts coming for MoDOT
After years of making great progress on state roadways, the Missouri Department of Transportation must now deal with the stark reality of funding levels that will barely take care of the existing transportation system.
On July 11, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission approved the new 2013-2017 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, which shows a transportation construction program that has dropped from an average of $1.2 billion in recent years to about $700 million.
The program includes all transportation projects planned by state and regional planning agencies for fiscal years 2013 through 2017 (July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2017). A $700 million program allows for some resurfacing projects and general maintenance of the existing transportation system, but cannot incorporate the types of construction projects that create jobs, increase safety, ease congestion or foster economic development.
Last year, MoDOT implemented the Bolder Five-Year Direction, which is reducing the number of employees, equipment and facilities in order to save the department $512 million by 2015. In fact, without the savings generated from the Bolder Five-Year Direction, this year's transportation program would have been less than $600 million.
"We've been talking about diminishing revenue streams since 2006 and we've taken action," said MoDOT Director Kevin Keith. "The Bolder Five-Year Direction implemented last year helps, but the reality is we can't cut our way to an improved transportation system.
"This transportation program shows how we will deliver on the commitments we've made to Missouri, but it also shows how we must now focus our resources on the roads and bridges that need it most."
The Highway and Transportation Commission approval of this year's transportation program comes after a draft version was released on May 2 and a public comment period ran through June 1, 2012. MoDOT works with regional and metropolitan planning organizations throughout the year to develop the program.
The 2013-2017 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program is available on MoDOT's web site, www.modot.org, and at MoDOT district and regional offices around the state.
On July 11, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission approved the new 2013-2017 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, which shows a transportation construction program that has dropped from an average of $1.2 billion in recent years to about $700 million.
The program includes all transportation projects planned by state and regional planning agencies for fiscal years 2013 through 2017 (July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2017). A $700 million program allows for some resurfacing projects and general maintenance of the existing transportation system, but cannot incorporate the types of construction projects that create jobs, increase safety, ease congestion or foster economic development.
Last year, MoDOT implemented the Bolder Five-Year Direction, which is reducing the number of employees, equipment and facilities in order to save the department $512 million by 2015. In fact, without the savings generated from the Bolder Five-Year Direction, this year's transportation program would have been less than $600 million.
"We've been talking about diminishing revenue streams since 2006 and we've taken action," said MoDOT Director Kevin Keith. "The Bolder Five-Year Direction implemented last year helps, but the reality is we can't cut our way to an improved transportation system.
"This transportation program shows how we will deliver on the commitments we've made to Missouri, but it also shows how we must now focus our resources on the roads and bridges that need it most."
The Highway and Transportation Commission approval of this year's transportation program comes after a draft version was released on May 2 and a public comment period ran through June 1, 2012. MoDOT works with regional and metropolitan planning organizations throughout the year to develop the program.
The 2013-2017 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program is available on MoDOT's web site, www.modot.org, and at MoDOT district and regional offices around the state.
Sheep and FFA in-building results...
Market Lambs:
Grand Champion: Jake Makeprang
Reserve Champion: Tayton Dains
Out of County Reserve Champion: Dakota Dunning
Ram:
Grand Champion Hampshire Ram: Chelsy Roth
Reserve Champion Hampshire Ram: Chelsy Roth
Grand Champion Crossbred Ram: Katie Frankenfield
Reserve Champion Crossbred Ram: Mike Tarvin
Overall Grand Champion Ram of Junior Show: Chelsy Roth
Ewe:
Grand Champion Hampshire Ewe: Chelsy Roth
Reserve Champion Hampshire Ewe: Chelsy Roth
Grand Champion Crossbred Ewe: Tayton Dains
Reserve Champion Crossbred Ewe: Lora Drake
Overall Grand Champion Ewe of Junior Show: Tayton Dains
Open Sheep Show:
Grand Champion Ram: Mike Tarvin
Grand Champion Ewe: Mike Tarvin
Reserve Champion Ewe: Mike Tarvin
FFA Division: Ag Mechanics and Country Cured Hams
Ag Mechanics:
Grand Champion: Colt Cumpton (Yard Trailer)
Reserve Champion: Colt Cumpton (Panel Trailer)
Country Cured Ham:
Grand Champion: Justin Deems
Reserve Champion: Jackson Ogburn
-our thanks to Brenda Doody
Family Care clinic to be closed tomorrow
The Bates County Memorial Hospital Adrian Family Care Clinic will be closed Thursday, July 12th only.
Another full day at the Bates County Fair
7– 9 a.m. Junior Beef Cattle Weigh-in
11:00 a.m. Rotary Lunch for 4-H members
1:00 a.m. Junior Beef Cattle Show
1:00 p.m. Judging of Flower Show
5:00 p.m. Beef Steer Show
5:00 p.m. Cattlemen’s Steak Dinner
5:00 p.m. Swine Entry Check In
6:00 p.m. Baby Contest Entry
7:00 p.m. Baby Contest
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| show photos courtesy of Linda Zellmer |
Town Square Hardware closing after 22 years...
To alleviate any confusion, Town Square Hardware store (not Corner Hardware) is closing soon and everything must go!
First, we'd like to congratulate Harry and Carol for their 22 years of dedication at Town Square Hardware store on the south side of the Butler square. They would like to encourage you to keep shopping locally and you're invited to stop by and take advantage of discounts, as everything must go.
Store hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
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