Car in ditch

 Bates County Sheriff is in route a reported tuck in the ditch at the end of PP Highway South West of Rich Hill wear it turns back to gravel. Please use caution when traveling in this area.

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS Jan 28-Feb 1, 2013

St  v. Stacey S Thomas, Felony possession of controlled substance, set for 2-19-13.

St v. Jonathan M Flint, Felony assault, set for 2-19-13.

Nicole Marie Arnold, now Rodgers v. Dirk Allene Fitzpatrick, Jr., Petitioner’s Motion To Hold Respondent in Contempt and Motion for Implementing a Parenting Plan filed.

Denise Renae McCoy v John Micheal McCoy, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Charlotte Ann Johns, Petition for Change of Name filed.

Susan M Brewer v Dannie G Brewer, Dissolution of Marriage is NOT granted.

Tiffany J Johnson v Matthew P Johnson, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

In re: Approval of Transfer of Structured Settlement Payment Rights by Kyle Miller, Payee/Transferor and J.G. Wentworth Originations, LLC filed.

Ella Nicole Anderson v Jesse L Anderson, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Joanna Lynn McKittrick v. Patrick S McKittrick, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Butler Police make Drug Arrest

  On 1-15-2013 The Butler Police Department responded to a call of suspicious activity of a male subject in a field on the 900 block of East Pine Street. Upon arrival officers made contact with the reporting party. After further investigation by officers of the Butler Police and Bates County Sheriffs Office and CNET Drug Task Force several items commonly used in the production of methamphetamine were identified. With assistance from the Bates County Sheriffs Office the items were transported to the Butler Police Department and field tested. The male Subject was later identified as Christopher Cook. On 1/30/2013 Butler Police along with Bates County Sheriffs Office and CNET Drug Task Force performed a vehicle stop on West 52 Highway occupied by Christopher Cook and 3 other occupants. Cook was arrested on a warrant for Possession of Chemicals with intent to manufacture and is being held on a $20,000 bond. Scottie Cook another passenger in the vehicle was also arrested on a outstanding Arkansas warrant. 

                                                                                                                                                                                         

    

FSA Reminds Producers of Upcoming Deadline for Non-insurable Crops

Butler, Missouri – Jan. 30, 2013 – Mike Finley Executive Director for the Bates County Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds producers that March 15, 2013, is the application closing date to sign up for Non insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) coverage on many crops, including native & fescue forage (hay) and pasture, pecans production and most spring-seeded crops.

NAP provides financial assistance to producers of non-insurable crops when low yields, loss of inventory or prevented planting occur due to natural disasters.

The March 15^th deadline also applies to persons who have a 2012 policy that expired and want to renew coverage for 2013.  NAP coverage is available for crops only where insurance coverage is not available under Federal Crop Insurance policies provided by private insurance agents.

The NAP program covers losses of more than 50 percent of normal yields or the farm's yield calculated using actual production histories. Payments for production lost in excess of 50 percent are paid at 55 percent of the values established for the crop. The 2012 is a year that is a perfect example of the benefits of a grass policy would have had.

NAP policies not only provide insurance protection, but may be a requirement to participate in other FSA programs, such as future Disaster programs.

The cost per policy is $250 per crop per producer with a $750 cap per county. The $250 administrative fee is non-refundable.
 

Producers are encouraged to contact the Bates County FSA office to obtain NAP coverage or for additional information before the March 15, 2013, deadline. Information on the NAP program can also be found on FSA's website at www.fsa.usda.gov.

Trailer House Debris in roadway

  Please use caution when traveling from Adams Street in Butler to just North of Hammett's Collision Repair on North Business 49. There is trailer house debris on the roadway. Most of the big things have been picked up but there is still little pieces of nails and metal in the roadway.

Water Main Break

  A few customers in Water District #6 are without water now due to a water main break. they hope to have it repaired by 12 noon or shortly after that time. Thanks for your patience.



Courtesy of FM. 92

Bates County Museum’s Annual Show ‘n Tell Program

Bates County Museum’s Annual Show ‘n Tell Program

Saturday, February 2^nd   10:00 am

Luncheon following program ~ Free Will Offering

This is it!  This program is always our unofficial kick-off to a new season.  Unofficial because the Museum doesn’t actually open again until April 1^st but the Annual Show ‘n Tell Program is always one of the most highly anticipated.  This is the time to share your family heirlooms or interesting ‘finds’ you’ve acquired.  It’s the time to bring something peculiar that you may not know exactly what it is.  We’ll have lots of folks in attendance that may well be able to identify your mystery item.

From glassware to antique fishing lures, vintage toys to 19^th century weapons, we never know what’s going to appear at the annual event.  Come join the fun!  Plan to stay after the program for Soup & Chili (yes, we’re also serving chili dogs with all beef hot dogs!).  A free will offering will get your tummy filled!

Remember ~ History is both Entertaining and Educational!  Call the Museum for further information.  660-679-0134 or email director@batescountymuseum.org   Hope to see you Saturday

Tornado Watch Cancelled

  The original Tornado Watch that was suppose to last until 3pm today has been allowed to expire and is cancelled.. Bates County Live will report ALL weather updates as they come in to keep the residents of Bates County Safe.