The Annual Bates County Cattlemen’s Dinner will be held November 17th at 6 pm. The doors open to the public at 4:30. Meals will cost $15.00 per person and dinner includes Prime Rib, Baked Potato, Slaw, Bread, Dessert and Drink. There will be live entertainment by expert Banjo Picker Ty Greene.
See the web for 29 tantalizing cuts of beef at www.beefswhatsfordinner.com
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Absentee voting reminder...
Absentee voting continues in the Bates County Clerks office Monday thru Friday from 8:30 – noon and from 1:00 – 4:30pm. The Clerks office will also be open on Saturday, October 27th and Saturday, November 3rd from 8am until noon for absentee voting for the General Election on November 6th.
Adult Recovery Court Breakfast set for Oct. 27th
The Bates County Adult Recovery Court will host a Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 27th from 7 am until 10:30 am at the Bates County Youth Building in Butler. The breakfast at the Youth building will offer sausage, eggs, pancakes, juice, coffee and milk for the BBQ participants and the general public. All free will donations will benefit the needs of the Bates County Adult Recovery Court Program. Everyone is welcome to attend.
The Adult Recovery Court is an intensive 18 month program, which offers those with drug charges to change the course of their livesand become respectable, responsible drug free citizens.
The Adult Recovery Court is an intensive 18 month program, which offers those with drug charges to change the course of their livesand become respectable, responsible drug free citizens.
Obituary - Shirley Zellmer
Funeral services for Shirley Zellmer will be 3 p.m. Sunday, October 21, 2012 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 2:30-3 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Butler Public Library.
Shirley Jean Zellmer, age 83 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at Medicalodge of Butler. She was born March 21, 1929 to Taylor and Edna Bays in LaCygne, Kansas.
Shirley is survived by three sons, Jim Zellmer and wife Annie, Danny Zellmer and wife Doris and Alan Zellmer and wife Ginger, all of Butler, Missouri; one daughter, Phyllis Nitsche and husband Linn of Butler, Missouri; one sister, Betty Lynn Cramer and husband Lynn of Paola, Kansas; six grandchildren, Ami Schlesselman and husband Kevin, Chad Zellmer and fiance Allison, Troy Nitsche and wife Kim, Todd Nitsche and wife Jennifer, Shanyn Peterson and husband Clayton and Crystal Zellmer; 8 great-grandchildren, Katelyn, Alisa, Jarim, Keltin, Trevin, Anderson, Hudson and Maverick; and companion Dewey McGuire of Butler, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Joe Zellmer in 1995; and one sister, Mary Kipper.
Shirley Jean Zellmer, age 83 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at Medicalodge of Butler. She was born March 21, 1929 to Taylor and Edna Bays in LaCygne, Kansas.
Shirley is survived by three sons, Jim Zellmer and wife Annie, Danny Zellmer and wife Doris and Alan Zellmer and wife Ginger, all of Butler, Missouri; one daughter, Phyllis Nitsche and husband Linn of Butler, Missouri; one sister, Betty Lynn Cramer and husband Lynn of Paola, Kansas; six grandchildren, Ami Schlesselman and husband Kevin, Chad Zellmer and fiance Allison, Troy Nitsche and wife Kim, Todd Nitsche and wife Jennifer, Shanyn Peterson and husband Clayton and Crystal Zellmer; 8 great-grandchildren, Katelyn, Alisa, Jarim, Keltin, Trevin, Anderson, Hudson and Maverick; and companion Dewey McGuire of Butler, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Joe Zellmer in 1995; and one sister, Mary Kipper.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Rich Hill couple to be featured on RFD TV's "Tough Grit"
Jeff and Jana Droz of Rich Hill have been chosen to appear on RFD TV feature "Tough Grit"
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| The Droz residence near Rich Hill, Mo. |
GRIT magazine will feature them as one of three Homesteaders of the Year in the November-December issue, the publication hit the newsstands Oct. 23. The magazine specifically praised the Drozes for constructing everything from access roads and ponds to their home and outbuildings using wood on the property, a small sawmill and draft horses as labor. They live off-grid, using solar energy, a cistern to catch water, and wood-burning and propane stoves.
The Drozes win a five-year subscription to Grit, all of Grit’s 2012 special-interest magazines, a Grit hat and tote, plus their choice of four homesteading books from Storey Publishing.
But that’s not all! Jeff and Jana also will put their rural-living skills to the test on GRIT’s DIY TV show, “TOUGH GRIT” in the next few weeks. Jana competes in the Oct. 29 episode on horse-related challenges, and Jeff goes head-to-head against fellow Rich Hill resident Marc Bell in the Nov. 5 episode about fencing. “TOUGH GRIT” airs each Monday at 6 p.m. CT on national cable channel RFD-TV.
Jana, 29, & Jeff, 35, answered the following questions regarding their lifestyle:
How long have you been homesteading? I (Jeff) began my homesteading lifestyle in 2005; seven years. Jana joined me on this adventure one year ago.
What compels you to lead this lifestyle? A desire to live in a way that complements — rather than competes with — nature and leaves more resources for the generations that come after us.
What do you think sets your piece of property and operation apart from others? When I bought the property, there was no road, pond, buildings or utilities. It is now a comfortable place to call home. I used horses for leveling the ground for the house, dragging logs to the sawmill, and occasional trips to town. Having no monthly utility bills (no sewer, water, electric, cable) is a fairly unique position to be in (here) in the Midwest.
Biggest challenge of homesteading: Fixing everything that breaks. Being the plumber, electrician, builder, road maintainer, vet, gardener and manager every day is a challenge.
What do you estimate is the percent of food, supplies, shelter, etc., that you produce yourself? We built our barn from logs on the property that we dragged with horses to our own band-saw mill. We used a lot of local wood in our house that we cut, dragged, milled and dried on-site. Our water comes from either the pond or is guttered off the roof into a 6,000-gallon cistern, which we filter and use for all purposes. Ninety percent of our meat is venison. All electricity comes from solar power that is stored in a battery and then turned into AC power through two power inverters. Heat comes from a wood-burning stove. The firewood all comes from the property and is primarily drop-off limbs from the large pecan trees. We cook on the woodstove frequently in the winter and have a propane cookstove for summer use.
Final thoughts: Start practicing homesteading activities now. From conserving power to making the dream of going solar more affordable, to making a compost pile for your table scraps and coffee grinds, the little conscious tasks will go a long way toward making your dreams into reality. Dream big, but start small, and you will surely change the world for the better.
“TOUGH GRIT” airs Mondays at 6 p.m. CT on RFD-TV. Viewers can watch episodes at ToughGrit.com the Tuesday after they’ve aired on RFD-TV. RFD-TV airs on DirecTV (channel 345) and Dish Network (channel 231). Visit www.rfdtv.com for other listings.
To apply to be a contestant on the show, go to ToughGrit.com or pick up a copy of GRIT magazine.
“TOUGH GRIT” (www.ToughGrit.com) is a weekly 30-minute television show produced by GRIT magazine and Tractor Supply Company. It combines expert information with humor to help viewers complete common rural-based DIY projects correctly and safely. To demonstrate the projects, contestants from Team GRIT and Team Tractor Supply compete in hands-on challenges to win up to $1,000 in Tractor Supply gift cards. “TOUGH GRIT” airs Mondays at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT, on RFD-TV. Find updates on Facebook (/toughgrit) and Twitter (@ToughGrit).
The Drozes win a five-year subscription to Grit, all of Grit’s 2012 special-interest magazines, a Grit hat and tote, plus their choice of four homesteading books from Storey Publishing.
But that’s not all! Jeff and Jana also will put their rural-living skills to the test on GRIT’s DIY TV show, “TOUGH GRIT” in the next few weeks. Jana competes in the Oct. 29 episode on horse-related challenges, and Jeff goes head-to-head against fellow Rich Hill resident Marc Bell in the Nov. 5 episode about fencing. “TOUGH GRIT” airs each Monday at 6 p.m. CT on national cable channel RFD-TV.
Jana, 29, & Jeff, 35, answered the following questions regarding their lifestyle:
How long have you been homesteading? I (Jeff) began my homesteading lifestyle in 2005; seven years. Jana joined me on this adventure one year ago.
What compels you to lead this lifestyle? A desire to live in a way that complements — rather than competes with — nature and leaves more resources for the generations that come after us.
What do you think sets your piece of property and operation apart from others? When I bought the property, there was no road, pond, buildings or utilities. It is now a comfortable place to call home. I used horses for leveling the ground for the house, dragging logs to the sawmill, and occasional trips to town. Having no monthly utility bills (no sewer, water, electric, cable) is a fairly unique position to be in (here) in the Midwest.
Biggest challenge of homesteading: Fixing everything that breaks. Being the plumber, electrician, builder, road maintainer, vet, gardener and manager every day is a challenge.
What do you estimate is the percent of food, supplies, shelter, etc., that you produce yourself? We built our barn from logs on the property that we dragged with horses to our own band-saw mill. We used a lot of local wood in our house that we cut, dragged, milled and dried on-site. Our water comes from either the pond or is guttered off the roof into a 6,000-gallon cistern, which we filter and use for all purposes. Ninety percent of our meat is venison. All electricity comes from solar power that is stored in a battery and then turned into AC power through two power inverters. Heat comes from a wood-burning stove. The firewood all comes from the property and is primarily drop-off limbs from the large pecan trees. We cook on the woodstove frequently in the winter and have a propane cookstove for summer use.
Final thoughts: Start practicing homesteading activities now. From conserving power to making the dream of going solar more affordable, to making a compost pile for your table scraps and coffee grinds, the little conscious tasks will go a long way toward making your dreams into reality. Dream big, but start small, and you will surely change the world for the better.
“TOUGH GRIT” airs Mondays at 6 p.m. CT on RFD-TV. Viewers can watch episodes at ToughGrit.com the Tuesday after they’ve aired on RFD-TV. RFD-TV airs on DirecTV (channel 345) and Dish Network (channel 231). Visit www.rfdtv.com for other listings.
To apply to be a contestant on the show, go to ToughGrit.com or pick up a copy of GRIT magazine.
“TOUGH GRIT” (www.ToughGrit.com) is a weekly 30-minute television show produced by GRIT magazine and Tractor Supply Company. It combines expert information with humor to help viewers complete common rural-based DIY projects correctly and safely. To demonstrate the projects, contestants from Team GRIT and Team Tractor Supply compete in hands-on challenges to win up to $1,000 in Tractor Supply gift cards. “TOUGH GRIT” airs Mondays at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT, on RFD-TV. Find updates on Facebook (/toughgrit) and Twitter (@ToughGrit).
Sales tax discussion a hot topic during Butler council meeting
From last night's Butler city council meeting
In Butler City Council news, there's a glimmer of good news concerning that Solar Project for Butler. City Administrator Mark Arbuthnot said more discussion is in order, and he may have more on that at the next Council meeting. Representatives of DDC Energy Resources have told the City Administrator that they would be interested in such a project, if Solar Link does not come through.
The City Council is already working on next years' needs. They're studying a long list from the various departments of the City, and department heads have been given schedules ranging from now, through next March, of meeting times for budget studies already on the agenda.
The Council is still working out the fine details concerning the sales tax on motor vehicles, trailers, boats and motors. The Missouri Supreme Court says local sales tax can't be levied on out-of-state purchases for these items, so the Council is working out the details needed.
It's no small thing...it could cost the city over $20,000 a year if they don't comply. The ruling allows for a voter approved city use tax...just another name for the sales tax...and will be collected at the same rate as the city sales tax. And as we've mentioned to you from other council meetings, Butler's sales tax would remain the same, and is lower than any of the several communities that City Administrator Mark Arbuthnot looked into. Our city sales tax is a little over two cents on the dollar...2.125% to be exact. A public vote would probably come next February 5th. There'll be more on this at the next Council meeting.
Businesses can now buy advertising at the Butler youth baseball and softball fields. The Council approved the list for various sizes and types of banners. The Park and Recreation Commission also updated the 5-K run, that's set to be held October 27th. And they discussed a plan proposed by the Butler Youth Baseball/softball Association to make improvements to the ball fields this fall, which would include donated services for surveying the fields to determine how much material is needed to rebuild them. A-P-A-C will donate labor and equipment, and Butler Bear backers and the City will pay for materials.
Meanwhile, the Airport Commission approved its monthly financial report, and updated a boundary survey. It also discussed renovation of restrooms at the airport. They're also studying needed maintenance for some hangers, electrical boxes, ceiling panels and other repairs. They also approved the plan for the public to have helicopter rides at the Fairgrounds, in connect with the annual Barbecue Contest this October 27th.
No word yet on city Administrator's request for Jefferson Bus Lines to provide their services again, here at Butler. Bus officials said they would do some checking and then advise Butler of their decision.
The Sidewalk project is still on for Butler. The Council may submit a Transportation Enhancement application to MoDOT for a grant of up to $300,000 for a sidewalk along west Fort Scott Street from Orange Avenue, west to Fran Avenue. Thee is still no encouragement for a way for pedestrians to safely walk under the railroad on West Fort Scott Street. The entire underpass needs to be widened, and up to now, the cost has been prohibitive.
Code Enforcement Officer Jim Wheatley, still has a full plate, in taking care of his responsibility for eye-sores around the community. He listed 20 new violations for the past month, with 14 others completed. He had to give out six tickets for various violations, and is working on six problem properties...things like disputes over a boundary line and other problems.
Total fines so far this year come to $1,921.00 and two days jail time has been part of the work. Also six court orders to persons to do community service amounted to 66 hours of work. And that’s the highlights of the Butler City Council’s work up to now. They’re working, even when you’re asleep.
And let’s close with this...our appreciation of Mayor Don Malan and the Council’s saying the Pledge of Allegiance to our Country, at the beginning of each meeting.
-story courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
In Butler City Council news, there's a glimmer of good news concerning that Solar Project for Butler. City Administrator Mark Arbuthnot said more discussion is in order, and he may have more on that at the next Council meeting. Representatives of DDC Energy Resources have told the City Administrator that they would be interested in such a project, if Solar Link does not come through.
The City Council is already working on next years' needs. They're studying a long list from the various departments of the City, and department heads have been given schedules ranging from now, through next March, of meeting times for budget studies already on the agenda.
The Council is still working out the fine details concerning the sales tax on motor vehicles, trailers, boats and motors. The Missouri Supreme Court says local sales tax can't be levied on out-of-state purchases for these items, so the Council is working out the details needed.
It's no small thing...it could cost the city over $20,000 a year if they don't comply. The ruling allows for a voter approved city use tax...just another name for the sales tax...and will be collected at the same rate as the city sales tax. And as we've mentioned to you from other council meetings, Butler's sales tax would remain the same, and is lower than any of the several communities that City Administrator Mark Arbuthnot looked into. Our city sales tax is a little over two cents on the dollar...2.125% to be exact. A public vote would probably come next February 5th. There'll be more on this at the next Council meeting.
Businesses can now buy advertising at the Butler youth baseball and softball fields. The Council approved the list for various sizes and types of banners. The Park and Recreation Commission also updated the 5-K run, that's set to be held October 27th. And they discussed a plan proposed by the Butler Youth Baseball/softball Association to make improvements to the ball fields this fall, which would include donated services for surveying the fields to determine how much material is needed to rebuild them. A-P-A-C will donate labor and equipment, and Butler Bear backers and the City will pay for materials.
Meanwhile, the Airport Commission approved its monthly financial report, and updated a boundary survey. It also discussed renovation of restrooms at the airport. They're also studying needed maintenance for some hangers, electrical boxes, ceiling panels and other repairs. They also approved the plan for the public to have helicopter rides at the Fairgrounds, in connect with the annual Barbecue Contest this October 27th.
No word yet on city Administrator's request for Jefferson Bus Lines to provide their services again, here at Butler. Bus officials said they would do some checking and then advise Butler of their decision.
The Sidewalk project is still on for Butler. The Council may submit a Transportation Enhancement application to MoDOT for a grant of up to $300,000 for a sidewalk along west Fort Scott Street from Orange Avenue, west to Fran Avenue. Thee is still no encouragement for a way for pedestrians to safely walk under the railroad on West Fort Scott Street. The entire underpass needs to be widened, and up to now, the cost has been prohibitive.
Code Enforcement Officer Jim Wheatley, still has a full plate, in taking care of his responsibility for eye-sores around the community. He listed 20 new violations for the past month, with 14 others completed. He had to give out six tickets for various violations, and is working on six problem properties...things like disputes over a boundary line and other problems.
Total fines so far this year come to $1,921.00 and two days jail time has been part of the work. Also six court orders to persons to do community service amounted to 66 hours of work. And that’s the highlights of the Butler City Council’s work up to now. They’re working, even when you’re asleep.
And let’s close with this...our appreciation of Mayor Don Malan and the Council’s saying the Pledge of Allegiance to our Country, at the beginning of each meeting.
-story courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Obituary - Richard Everett
Funeral services for Richard Everett will be 2 p.m. Friday, October 19, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. There is no visitation. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Heartland Hospice or Happy Hill Church of God.
Richard Allen Everett, age 80 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, October 16, 2012 in Butler. He was born February 20, 1932 to Buford Allen and Cora Drysdale Everett in Butler.
Richard is survived by his wife, Ileen Everett of Butler, Missouri; three daughters, Sheryl Luttrell of Houston, Texas, Terry Phillips of Camden, South Carolina and Sandra Engram of Advance, Missouri; one brother, Tommy Everett and wife Sharon of Butler, Missouri; two sisters, Alice Trammell of Butler, Missouri and Dixie Smith and husband Jay of Harrisonville, Missouri; and 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Richard Allen Everett, age 80 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, October 16, 2012 in Butler. He was born February 20, 1932 to Buford Allen and Cora Drysdale Everett in Butler.
Richard is survived by his wife, Ileen Everett of Butler, Missouri; three daughters, Sheryl Luttrell of Houston, Texas, Terry Phillips of Camden, South Carolina and Sandra Engram of Advance, Missouri; one brother, Tommy Everett and wife Sharon of Butler, Missouri; two sisters, Alice Trammell of Butler, Missouri and Dixie Smith and husband Jay of Harrisonville, Missouri; and 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
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