Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect

The National Weather Service has placed Bates County and surrounding areas under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 10 p.m. this evening.

Lady Bears nearly shut out St. Mary's 12-1

The Lady Bears softball team got their second straight win by beating St. Mary's 12-1. Kylee Johnson had a strong night from the mound. She gave up no hits, only walked 2, and struck out 4. Beth Coleman was 1 for 3 with an in-the-park homerun that brought in three runs. Sage Hutton was 2 for 2 with 2 runs. Kylee Johnson, McKenna Treece, and Bree Platt were all 2 for 3. Abby McGrew went 2 for 4 with 2 runs and 2 RBIs, and Jenay Rosier was 1 for 1. Madeline Witherspoon recorded her first ever varsity hit.

-our thanks to Tammy Appleberry

Time again for the Bates County Career Women's Forum...

The Annual Bates County Career Women’s 2012 Forum will brighten your day and inspire greatness… the event will be held Saturday September 15th at the First Assembly of God Church in Butler. Advance tickets are available from Alice Jennings or What to Wear Clothing Store in the west side of the Butler Square. The Bates County Career Women’s forum will feature two inspiring speakers, Leeann McKee and Gladys Kalwei, and a fashion show by What to Wear Boutique. 

Brunch will be served at 9 a.m., catered by Linda Howard. Get your tickets by Wednesday September 12th to reserve your seat.

Bates County Elks Car Show just over a week away...

The Annual Bates County Elks Lodge 6th Annual Car, Truck and Bike Show will be held at the Bates County Elks Lodge on Elks Road in Butler on Saturday September 15th. There is no admission charge. Registration is from 10 a.m. until noon with a $15 dollar entry free the day of the show. Awards will be presented at 3 p.m. to 1st and 2nd place. There will be 13 classes of cars, trucks and bikes. There will be a 50/50 pot, live music and t-shirts. Contact Terry Agnew for more information 660-424-0919 or Ryan 660-679-0270. 

Thanks to Don’s Tire and Service, FM-92 Radio, American Family Insurance, Mystical Custom Creations, the News Xpress, Osage Valley Electric and Burton’s Garage.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

Circuit Court News

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS 

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE 

Diana L Rich, Clerk 

Sept 3 – 7, 2012 

Brenda R. Miller v Billy L Miller, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

PNC Bank, National Associatino v Ssteven A Kelley, Deceased, Penny Kelley, Russell G. Poindexter, Claudia J Poindexter, Petition for Declaratory Judgment and Replevin of Property.

Stephanie A Gragg v Stephen C Gragg, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Kathryn S Brink v Kirby Boyd Brink, Termination of Child Support filed.

Tony A Davis V Tina M Stalker-Davis, petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Lloyd Evan Black v MO DOR, Petition for Trial DeNovo filed.

Curtis Blaine Henderson v Deana Marie Henderson, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Jud W Triebel v. Angela M Triebel, Dissolution of Marriage granted.

Cristina D Brown v Cheryl Swift, Full Order of Protection is entered.

St v. David E Mealman, Felony stealing motor vehicle, set for 9-17-12.

St v. Judson H Reecher, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetamines, set for 9-17-12.

St v. Cora I Brown, Felony theft/stealing, set for 9-17-12.

St v. Jerry S Mincks, Felony escape from confinement, set for 9-17-12.

St v. Jerry S Mincks, I: Felony possession of chemicals with intent to create methamphetamines, II: Felony possession of chemicals with intent to create methamphetamines, III: Felony possession of chemicals with intent to create methamphetamines, IV: Felony possession of chemicals with intent to create methamphetamines, set for 9-17-12.

St v. Jason Schroeder, Felony assault, set for 10-15-12.

Sarah Hughes v James McDonald, Full Order of Protection is entered.

Kate Sellers v Aaron Abney, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed by Petitioner.

Robert Lee Collins v Tommy Lance Collins, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed.

Denice Foss v Aaron Brown, Consent Full Order of Protection is entered

Gwendolyn E Stackhouse v John A Stackhouse, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Fall Hunter Education course coming Sept. 28th

The Fall Hunter Education Course will be held September 28th, from 6 to 10 p.m. and again Saturday September 29th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The course will be conducted at the Butler Elementary School in the Library. You may pre-register on line at www.mdc.mo.gov or contact the Butler Elementary School by calling 660-679-6591 extension 7. 

All that register will be accepted. For more information contact Agent Tiller at 660-679-6362.

-FM 92 the Bullet

September is National Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month for your nation. During the month of September each family is encouraged to review and update their emergency plans.

In Bates County some of the natural disasters that the family should be concerned with are tornadoes, severe storms and floods. We have been experiencing extreme heat and drought. What will the family do different for the next heat and drought experience? Winter will be here soon. If you have a generator is it tuned up ready to go? Do you know the risks of using it?

Some of the other risks we should be concerned with are food safety, fires, carbon monoxide poisoning, pandemic influenza, and West Nile Virus. Understanding the risks and knowing what to do in each situation will protect yourself and family.

More information is available at www.preparemetrokc.org 

-our thanks to Ron Nissen

Your weekend planner...

Friday
Overcast with a chance of a thunderstorm and rain. High of 82 with a heat index of 88. Winds less than 5 mph. Chance of rain 70% with rainfall amounts near 0.2 in. possible.

Adrian Elks Gun & Knife Show at the Archie Community Center 5 - 9 p.m.

Swanfest in LaCygne Ks. John Sager in concert at the community building 7 p.m. www.swanfest.org 

Saturday
Clear. High of 73. Winds from the NNW at 10 to 15 mph.
Swanfest in LaCygne Ks. more info here www.swanfest.org 

Adrian Elks Gun & Knife Show at the Archie Community Center 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Kern Center fund raiser breakfast starts at 7 a.m. at the Kern Senior Center in Rich Hill

'Junk in your trunk' sale on Main street in Amsterdam starting at 9 a.m.

Aviation Day at the Butler Airport 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch, helicopter rides and more

Poplar Heights Farm Taste the Flavors of Yesterday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. free admission

Bates County Sheriff's Department Posse Poker Run

Foster Days in Foster Mo. all day events including garden tractor pull and horseshoe tournament. For info call Jerry Hines 660-832-4404.

Butler City Wide Garage Sale maps available at Dusty Attic, Southside Cafe, Walmart, Ohio Street Methodist Church, Kershner Real Estate, Sonic, Derailed Commodity, Butler Music & Loan, Larry's Auto Service, Adrian Banks, Casey's - both locations, World Finance, Gray's Cafe, Cook Insurance, Healthmart Pharmacy and Citizen's Bank

Sunday
Mostly sunny. High of 76.

Adrian Elks Gun & Knife Show at the Archie Community Center 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Monday
Mostly sunny. High of 77.

Butler City Wide Clean Up begins for residences north of Fort Scott street

Tuesday
Mostly sunny. High of 83.

9/11 Silent Ceremony hosted by the Adrian fire department. Procession on Main street starts at 6:30 p.m. with program to follow at the Adrian Optimist building.