JEFFERSON CITY—The Missouri Public Service Commission’s Cold Weather Rule, designed to help customers with heat-related utility bills, begins on November 1, 2012. The rule will remain in effect through March 31, 2013. The Cold Weather Rule has been a part of the Commission’s rules and regulations since 1977.
The Cold Weather Rule applies to natural gas and electric utilities under PSC jurisdiction that provide heat-related service. Municipally operated systems, cooperatives and those that provide propane delivered by truck are not under PSC jurisdiction. The rule does not apply to them.
“The Cold Weather Rule provides protections to help Missourians keep their homes warm from what can be a very cold, harsh Missouri winter,” said PSC Chairman Kevin Gunn. “If you have a bill that you can’t pay in full, it is very important that you contact the company. Failing to do so could put your utility service in jeopardy for non-payment.”
The Cold Weather Rule:
>Prohibits the disconnection of heat-related service when the temperature is predicted to drop below 32 degrees during the following 24 hour period.
>Provides more lenient payment terms permitting reconnection of service for natural gas and/or electric customers.
>Prohibits the disconnection of registered elderly and disabled customers who meet certain income guidelines who make a minimum payment.
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Fundraiser set for local youth fighting leukemia
Mark your calendar for November 10th as the Ballard 4-H club will be having a benefit breakfast fundraiser for 10 year old Brice Eidson, son of Rich and Tina Eidson of Ballard. The breakfast will be held at the Ballard school from 7 to 10:30 a.m. Children under 3 eat free, ages 4 - 11 are $3 and adults are $6. Free will donations will be gladly accepted as well.
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| 10 year old Brice Eidson of Ballard was recently diagnosed with leukemia |
Brice was recently diagnosed with leukemia and the community has rallied in his support with "Orange Day" held last Wednesday, as participants all around the area wore orange in his honor. Other fundraisers have also been started including the sale of bracelets and t-shirts, with proceeds to be directed toward the mounting medical costs.
A Facebook page for Brice can be found by logging into Facebook and type BRICE EIDSON-OUR HERO in the Facebook search box.
Another busy weekend ahead
Your weekend planner
Friday
Clear. High of 52
Reception for Battle of Island Mound 6 p.m. at Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center 3700 Blue Parkway, KCMO 7 p.m.
Bates County Elks haunted house open at 7 p.m. on the SE corner of the Butler square. $5 per person.
State Championship BBQ contest at the Bates County Fairgrounds.
Hume PTO carnival 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the school.
Note- local football teams are in district play this week.
Saturday
Partly cloudy. High of 52.
Battle of Island Mound dedication (at 11 a.m.) and festivities 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location is west of Butler on 52 highway, south on K highway to second gravel road on the right (west) about one mile.
Bates County Elks haunted house open at 7 p.m. on the SE corner of the Butler square. $5 per person.
State Championship BBQ contest at the Bates County Fairgrounds. Music, vendors, car show, helicopter rides and more.
Adrian Elks hayride and wiener roast at the lodge in Adrian 6 p.m.
Walnut Grove's Lord's Acre Sale- chicken dinner at 11 a.m., sale starts 1 p.m.
Bates County Recovery Court pancake breakfast 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Youth Building on the fairgrounds. Free will donations appreciated.
Chili and soup supper at the Adrian First Baptist Church.
Sunday
Clearing in the afternoon with a high of 50.
9th Annual Senior Fall Festival at the Bates County Fairgrounds Youth Building. Starts at 11:30 a.m. with all you can eat dinner until 1:30 p.m.Theme basket auction at noon.
Missourians have the opportunity to make statement on Nov. 6th
Will Missourians spur part of so-called “Obamacare”? Will they more than quintuple their cigarette tax? These are the big statewide questions Missouri voters will answer on their Election Day ballot, and the National Taxpayers Union's 2012 Ballot Guide: The Taxpayer's Perspective can help them keep track of those initiatives and all local measures as well.
Currently, Missouri has the lowest tobacco tax in the country and a competitive advantage over neighboring states whose residents often cross borders to spend their money in the Show Me State. Proposition B would raise the per pack tax from 17 cents to 90 cents, nearly a 530 percent spike, and would be higher than neighbors Kansas and Nebraska while approaching the Illinois rate.
“There is no guarantee that the projected $283 to $423 million yearly revenue will materialize,” explained NTU State Government Affairs Manager Lee Schalk. “In fact, our recent study showed that between 2001 and 2006, 41 of 59 recent tobacco tax increases resulted in lower-than-projected revenue collection. Missourians may not see an end to tax hikes like these in the future if Prop B is approved.”
Missouri's key ballot initiatives:
Proposition B would increase taxes from 17 cents to 90 cents per pack, a 73 cent increase. Missouri would no longer have the lowest tobacco tax in the country. The measure is advertised as an estimated $283 to $423 million per year tax increase.
With Proposition E, voters can reject the creation of a health insurance exchange, a key component of the Affordable Care Act. An exchange would be a place for individuals and families to purchase coverage with a substantial federal subsidy. If a state does not set up its own exchange, the law states that the federal government will create it for them. This measure would prohibit exchanges unless created by the Legislature, initiative, or referendum. While some states have decided to move forward with the creation of a health insurance exchange in order to maintain state control, others have been adamant that they want no part of the President’s healthcare law and would rather delay implementation for as long as possible and wait to see what results the November 6 election will bring.
Each year NTU compiles the most comprehensive guide available on state and local ballot measures affecting taxpayers across the nation. Visit ntu.org/ballotguide for the full report.
To schedule an interview with Ballot Guide author and NTU State Affairs Manager Lee Schalk, or any NTU expert, contact Doug Kellogg at (703) 299-8698 or dkellogg@ntu.org.
Currently, Missouri has the lowest tobacco tax in the country and a competitive advantage over neighboring states whose residents often cross borders to spend their money in the Show Me State. Proposition B would raise the per pack tax from 17 cents to 90 cents, nearly a 530 percent spike, and would be higher than neighbors Kansas and Nebraska while approaching the Illinois rate.
“There is no guarantee that the projected $283 to $423 million yearly revenue will materialize,” explained NTU State Government Affairs Manager Lee Schalk. “In fact, our recent study showed that between 2001 and 2006, 41 of 59 recent tobacco tax increases resulted in lower-than-projected revenue collection. Missourians may not see an end to tax hikes like these in the future if Prop B is approved.”
Missouri's key ballot initiatives:
Proposition B would increase taxes from 17 cents to 90 cents per pack, a 73 cent increase. Missouri would no longer have the lowest tobacco tax in the country. The measure is advertised as an estimated $283 to $423 million per year tax increase.
With Proposition E, voters can reject the creation of a health insurance exchange, a key component of the Affordable Care Act. An exchange would be a place for individuals and families to purchase coverage with a substantial federal subsidy. If a state does not set up its own exchange, the law states that the federal government will create it for them. This measure would prohibit exchanges unless created by the Legislature, initiative, or referendum. While some states have decided to move forward with the creation of a health insurance exchange in order to maintain state control, others have been adamant that they want no part of the President’s healthcare law and would rather delay implementation for as long as possible and wait to see what results the November 6 election will bring.
Each year NTU compiles the most comprehensive guide available on state and local ballot measures affecting taxpayers across the nation. Visit ntu.org/ballotguide for the full report.
To schedule an interview with Ballot Guide author and NTU State Affairs Manager Lee Schalk, or any NTU expert, contact Doug Kellogg at (703) 299-8698 or dkellogg@ntu.org.
Meet and greet for Jason Kander this Sunday
Join the Bates County Democrats Sunday evening at 7:30 at the HQ on the south side of the square for a meet and greet with Jason Kander, candidate for Secretary of State. Kander is a former Army Captain and Afghanistan veteran with and impressive record of public service and government reform. Details here: http://www.facebook.com/events/100786270083953/
-our thanks to Danny Ferguson
-our thanks to Danny Ferguson
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Obituary - Gary Beachner
Funeral services for Gary Beachner will be 11 a.m. Monday, October 29, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Dr. Terry Davis officiating. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon from 3-5 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to The Wyatt Guest House of Ellis-Fischel Cancer Center.
James Gary Beachner, age 65 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at his home in rural Butler. He was born September 19, 1947 to James Lawrence and Mary Kathryn LaForge Beachner in Girard, Kansas.
Gary is survived by his wife, Gayle Beachner of Butler, Missouri; three sons, James “Jim” Glenn Beachner and wife Taffany and Shane Beachner and wife Kristi all of Grain Valley, Missouri and Eric Beachner of Kansas City, Missouri; two daughters, Lavida Blevins of Independence, Missouri and Kamryn Beachner of Butler, Missouri; two brothers, Chris Beachner and wife Mindy of Grandview, Missouri and Kim Beachner and wife Elaine of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; five sisters, Kathy Hofman and husband Mark Christopherson of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Janet Bradley of Raytown, Missouri, Donna Herman and husband Pat of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Lynne Beachner and husband Gary Johnson of Prairie Village, Kansas and Jamie Beachner of Raytown, Missouri; his parents; James Lawrence and Mary Kathryn Beachner of Raytown, Missouri; and eight grandchildren, Ryan, Dalton, Brenden, Baili, Kenley, Brian, Celia and Ian.
James Gary Beachner, age 65 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at his home in rural Butler. He was born September 19, 1947 to James Lawrence and Mary Kathryn LaForge Beachner in Girard, Kansas.
Gary is survived by his wife, Gayle Beachner of Butler, Missouri; three sons, James “Jim” Glenn Beachner and wife Taffany and Shane Beachner and wife Kristi all of Grain Valley, Missouri and Eric Beachner of Kansas City, Missouri; two daughters, Lavida Blevins of Independence, Missouri and Kamryn Beachner of Butler, Missouri; two brothers, Chris Beachner and wife Mindy of Grandview, Missouri and Kim Beachner and wife Elaine of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; five sisters, Kathy Hofman and husband Mark Christopherson of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Janet Bradley of Raytown, Missouri, Donna Herman and husband Pat of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Lynne Beachner and husband Gary Johnson of Prairie Village, Kansas and Jamie Beachner of Raytown, Missouri; his parents; James Lawrence and Mary Kathryn Beachner of Raytown, Missouri; and eight grandchildren, Ryan, Dalton, Brenden, Baili, Kenley, Brian, Celia and Ian.
Obituary - Rick Doll
Memorial services for Rick Doll will be 10 a.m. Saturday, October 27, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. There is no visitation. Contributions to National Kidney Foundation or American Heart Association.
Rick Lee Doll, age 56 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. He was born January 21, 1956 to Orville Dale and Sally Marie Kassner Doll in Butler.
Rick is survived by his son, Josh Doll and wife Sheila of Butler, Missouri; his mother, Sally Stinson of Butler, Missouri; and four grandsons, Logan, Hunter, Eli and Peyton. He was preceded in death by his father.
Rick Lee Doll, age 56 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. He was born January 21, 1956 to Orville Dale and Sally Marie Kassner Doll in Butler.
Rick is survived by his son, Josh Doll and wife Sheila of Butler, Missouri; his mother, Sally Stinson of Butler, Missouri; and four grandsons, Logan, Hunter, Eli and Peyton. He was preceded in death by his father.
"Christmas for Kids" drive starts today..
Registration for the 2012 “Christmas for Kids” gift drive kicks off today. The new program is sponsored by the “People for People” Coalition. This toys drive will take the place of the Annual Toys for Tykes Drive sponsored in years past by Kahn Chevrolet, Max Motors and The Community First Bank of Butler.
There are new rules and regulations in the making this season. Parents may register children ages zero to 16 at the West Central Community Action Agency off the Butler Square. Income guidelines will qualify your child for the, “ Christmas for Kids” Drive 2012.
Register now through November 30th. There will not be any late sign ups allowed. More details will be available in the near future.
This year those that participate will adopt a child from the list of names, each child will have a wish list. You may adopt as many children as you want… and purchase as many gifts as you see fit. The purchases will go to the specific child and will be delivered as a wrapped gift to the West Central Community Action Agency. To make distribution easier this year, the Volunteers are asking that if you purchase more than 1 gift for your adopted Christmas Child…. That you put his/her gifts in a large trash bag and attach the identification tag to the outside of the bag. There will not be a shopper table this year. Children will be adopted individually during the 2012 “Christmas for Kids” Toy Drive .
More details as they develop, if you need information contact Vicki Kershner at West Central Community Action Agency 5 East Dakota Street in Butler. 660-679-4108.
There are new rules and regulations in the making this season. Parents may register children ages zero to 16 at the West Central Community Action Agency off the Butler Square. Income guidelines will qualify your child for the, “ Christmas for Kids” Drive 2012.
Register now through November 30th. There will not be any late sign ups allowed. More details will be available in the near future.
This year those that participate will adopt a child from the list of names, each child will have a wish list. You may adopt as many children as you want… and purchase as many gifts as you see fit. The purchases will go to the specific child and will be delivered as a wrapped gift to the West Central Community Action Agency. To make distribution easier this year, the Volunteers are asking that if you purchase more than 1 gift for your adopted Christmas Child…. That you put his/her gifts in a large trash bag and attach the identification tag to the outside of the bag. There will not be a shopper table this year. Children will be adopted individually during the 2012 “Christmas for Kids” Toy Drive .
More details as they develop, if you need information contact Vicki Kershner at West Central Community Action Agency 5 East Dakota Street in Butler. 660-679-4108.
-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet
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