Miami students attend FCCLA convention in Florida...

Makayla Fuqua and Jaclyn Crawford

On July 6th two students from Miami R-1 boarded a plane for Orlando, Florida in hope of earning gold medals at the National Family Career and Community Leadership Convention. Makayla Fuqua and Jaclyn Crawford represented the Miami R-1 FCCLA Chapter during the meetings and competed in the STAR Events competition. 

During the convention the girls met other FCCLA chapter member from all over the country. They also attended several workshops over leadership and increasing membership. The girls also competed in the STAR events. Makayla Fuqua competed in the Senior category of Environmental Ambassador and earned a gold medal. Jaclyn Crawford competed at the Junior level in the Nutrition and Wellness category and earned a silver medal. 

Both of these young ladies worked all year on their projects and had to earn gold medals along with the top scores at the regional and state levels to earn a spot at the national level. Being able to reach the national level is very large accomplishment that takes dedication and perseverance. 

We would like to thank all of our sponsors who made it possible for us to attend this conference and our school and community for all their support. We are so very proud of both of these young ladies and are looking forward to the upcoming school year. - Shannon Crawford

Makayla Fuqua as Kermit the Frog

Rollover sends driver to KC area hospital

Around 9:40 last night a crash near Rockville sent 34 year old Kevin C. Sheek to Research Hospital with moderate injuries. According to the report, Sheek was northbound on county road 15305 just north of CR 10356 when his 1998 Ford traveled off the right side of the roadway and overturned in a ditch.

Sheek required extrication from the vehicle and was transported to the Kansas City hospital by medical helicopter.

Residents of Archie asked to conserve water

The already taxed water plant in Archie is now unable to draw water from the river due to extremely dry conditions. Residents of Archie are asked to avoid outside watering and try to conserve water usage  until the situation improves.

As a reminder, the towns of Butler, Adrian and Appleton City are under a burn ban until further notice. Burning in rural areas should also be discouraged as well.

Horse slaughtering plant hits snag; Wallis looks to Oklahoma

According to information taken from the Equine Welfare Alliance web site, the proposed horse slaughtering plant in Rockville has hit a bump in the road that my very well keep Sue Wallis from doing business in Bates County- at least in the foreseeable future.

Opening a similar plant also didn't happen as planned in the state of Wyoming and Mountain Grove Mo., so now Wallis has set her sights on Oklahoma, according to the EWA.

It is reported that the Rockville plant, which previously was a beef slaughtering facility, is entangled in a 'complex web of civil and criminal issues', which purportedly includes criminal theft charges against its Canadian operator, Vincent Paletta.

A link to the EWA article may be seen by clicking HERE and includes links to detailed information on the legal issues facing the Rockville plant.

-sources/credits to www.equinewelfarealliance.org and Jennifer Bishop via email

Rollover near Rockville

Butler Fire Department is headed to Rockville on a report of a rollover accident just south of town, as one person is trapped under the vehicle and will need extrication. Rockville fire department is reported to be on the scene along with other first responders.

Earlier this evening, both Butler and Adrian fire departments worked a tractor trailer fire on the northbound ramp to 71 highway at Passaic. No injuries were reported as the tractor apparently disconnected from the trailer when the fire began.

Picnic postponed at Butler First Christian Church

The First Christian Church Picnic scheduled for Wednesday July 18th has been postponed due to the heat. 

If you need additional information call 660-679-3066. 

Amsterdam Jubilee coming Sept. 21st and 22nd

The Amsterdam Annual Jubilee has set the 2012 dates for September 21st and 22nd. This year’s theme is "this is My Town!".

The 2 day event features a community dinner and live music, a pancake and sausage breakfast, baby show and parade. The Annual Amsterdam Jubilee will host inflatable games, sack races, egg toss and water balloon toss. There will be Bessie Bingo, Live bands, vendor booths for crafts, food and jewelry and many more activities.

The September Jubilee will feature a baking contest, auction, horse shoes and volley ball. A talent show and street dance will wrap up the event.

This year the Amsterdam Jubilee will host the Miami FCCLA doing a 5K run during the festivities.
If you are interested in making donations to be used for the expense of the activities or if you need booth space, contact Kim Huebert by calling 913-837-0931.

Obituary - Mildred Cox

Funeral services for Mildred Cox will be 2 PM Sunday, July 22, 2012 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel (816) 657-4400 with Pastor Steve Bartholomew officiating. Visitation, Saturday evening, 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. Contributions, Drexel FFA.

Mildred E. Cox, 97 of Adrian and formerly of Drexel, MO., died July 16, 2012 in Adrian. She was born January 28, 1915 in Trimble, MO., daughter of Robert and Lida Mae (Marsh) Lizar.

Complete obituary information will be posted when the information becomes available.