Circuit Court news

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS 

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE 

Diana L Rich, Clerk 

Sept 10-14, 2012

Linda A Gregory v Timothy M Gregory, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

St v. Evan M Ward, I: Felony burglary, II: Felony theft/stealing, set for 9-17-12.

St v. Evan M Ward, I: Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetimes, II: Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/hydrocodone, set for 9-17-12.

St v. Troy L Ellzey, I: Felony burglary; II: Felony theft/stealing, set for 10-15-12.

St v. Jacqueline S Hough, Felony theft/stealing, set for 9-17-12.

St v. James D Cochran, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetamines, set for 10-15-12.

Obituary - Marcus Lee Rice

Marcus Lee Rice, 75, Rich Hill, Missouri, died Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at Vitas Hospice Care in Kansas City, Missouri. No services are scheduled (Cremation).

Marcus was born February 25, 1937 in Lowry City, Missouri, the son of Perry Les and Marie (Hollenbeck) Rice. He was married to Wilma L. Dutcher. He was a U.S. Army veteran.

Marcus was a self-employed truck driver for 30 years. He attended the Rich Hill United Methodist Church. He loved sports, animals and helping other people. He will be greatly missed.

Marcus was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Wilma, and one brother, Merald D. Rice. He is survived by a nephew, Robert Rice and wife, Paula, of Kansas City, MO and Wilma's children.

Rain on the radar, moderate temps for the weekend...

Today
Partly cloudy with thunderstorms and a chance of rain in the morning, then mostly cloudy with thunderstorms and a chance of rain. High of 79. Winds from the SSW at 5 to 15 mph shifting to the NNW in the afternoon. Chance of rain 50%.

Tonight
Overcast with rain showers, then a chance of rain after midnight. Low of 52. Winds from the North at 5 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60% with rainfall amounts near 0.3 in. possible.

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Ford Mustang raffle to benefit Missouri Special Olympics...

You have the opportunity to win a 2012- $32,000 dollar Ford Mustang convertible! …. That’s the Grand Prize provided by the Missouri Automobile dealers Association as they raise funds for the Special Olympics of Missouri.

Tickets are five dollars per ticket and available now through October 27th. The raffle will benefit over 15 thousand athletes who participate in the Missouri Special Olympics.

Tickets for sale by contacting Gayla Boyd of Butler, Special Olympics Coach or on line at the link below.

Call 660-679-7553 or on line at www.somo.org/win, be sure to fill in the "tickets sold by" line with Gayla Boyd Bates County. Your ticket purchases will be appreciated by this vital program.

Free cell phones available for those who qualify

There is a program in Missouri that makes free cell phones available to people already certified for certain programs. These phones are automatically loaded monthly with your choice of 125 or 250 minutes, with the option to purchase additional minutes at a discounted rate. To qualify, you must currently be on one of the following programs: food stamps, Section 8 Federal Public Housing, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Medicaid, National School Free Lunch Program, Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP), or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). 

 
A representative will be in Butler on September 14, 2012 from at least 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in front of Wilson Tire in the old Wal-Mart parking lot. Please bring proof of your participation in one of these programs. You will receive a phone on the spot, rather than the normal wait of a couple weeks mailing period. If you have any further questions, please call (660) 679-4200. We want to thank Wilson Tire for the use of their parking lot.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet

New officers installed for Bates County 4-H council

A new slate of officers was elected at the September 10 meeting of the Bates County 4-H Council. The officers are (front row from left to right): Morgan Bradley, Vice-President; Reba Colin, President; Ella Armentrout, Secretary; (second row): Allison Jenkins, Treasurer; Hannah Webb, Reporter; (back row): Myra Colin, Adult President; Sherry Warfield, Adult Vice-President.

Trappers Get Hands-On Tips From the Experts

On Sept. 22, beginning at 8:00 a.m., trapping experts will team up to present a FREE, ALL-DAY OUTDOORSMAN EXTRAVAGANZA, featuring demonstrations for harvesting a variety of fur-bearing species. Bates County Sporting Goods brings the Second Annual TRAPPING SEMINAR to Briarwood Native Prairie located on the northeast edge of Butler. This last remaining half section of native prairie in Western Missouri is the perfect place for hunters and trappers to get hands-on pointers for trapping success, enjoy a complimentary lunch and stock up on state-of-the art trapping supplies and equipment.
Russell Epperson, manager of Bates County Sporting Goods, invites all ages to “Come out for a great, fun-filled day to learn and ask questions about trapping.” 

 
He adds: “You'll get the opportunity to talk to some very qualified trappers, known and respected for their trapping abilities and expertise. Demonstrating sets for Bobcat, Raccoon, Coyote, Beaver, Otter and Muskrat. ”

The event is free of charge and lunch will be provided, however pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated. To reserve your day on the prairie call Bates County Sporting Goods at 660-679-3971.
Directions: Briarwood Native Prairie is located off of Old Business 71 Hwy in Butler, MO. From the stoplight in Butler, travel 3 miles north on Bus. 71. Turn right on the gravel road just before 71 Hwy. overpass. Go east 2.5 miles to the location on the south side of the road. You may also access the site from 71 Hwy. By taking the Passaic Exit. Go west to Bus. 71. Turn left on Bus. 71 and travel approximately 2 mi. south. Just past the 71 Hwy. overpass, turn left on gravel and travel east 2.5 miles to location on the south side of the road. Watch for signs.

Rain or shine, the Bates County Sporting Goods Trapping Seminar is sure to be a premier outdoorsman event loaded with tips for pursuit and how to handle equipment trappers use! Take home the secrets for success and stock up on all your trapping supplies and equipment that will be available for sale on site the day of the event.

-FM 92 the Bullet

Butler Bear Backers Announces Fundraising Efforts for New Track and Football Field

One Town - One Team - One Dream

BUTLER, MO — September 13, 2012 — Today the Butler Bear Backers donated $10,000 to the fundraising efforts for the new track and football field just west of the current Deaton Thomas Field. The money donated is just a start of what is needed to complete the new track and football field. Items that are necessary to complete this track and football field outside of the new stadium bleachers are a new scoreboard, goal posts, play clocks, PA system and field house. With the completion of the stadium bleachers and the installation of a PA system would allow the Butler Bears track team to host meets for the 2013 spring track season. Having the scoreboard, goal posts and play clocks would allow the Butler Bears to host home football games for the 2013 season. The field house would be an investment added in 2014-2015 timeframe. Anyone can make donations towards these efforts at Citizens Bank c/o Butler Bear Backers.

Butler Bear Backers Make a Difference in the Butler R-V Athletic Department
The Butler Bear Backers is a Public Benefit Corporation that was established on January 26, 2009. The Butler Bear Backers was formed to raise funds to finance, improve, and sustain athletic programs and facilities for the Butler R-V School District. Funds are raised by private donations, public donations, grant receipts, fundraisers, and other event activities. By providing such funds, Bear Backers help to bring about the best in area student athletes with improved school and community pride, as well as personal fitness and self-esteem.

Butler Bear Backers have contributed over $75,000 to Butler R-V School District athletic programs. Thanks in part to all the memberships, private and business donations and the continuous community support.

-our thanks to Christie Crounse, Butler Bear Backers Secretary