Hume Fair Kids Day

The Hume Fair Kids day has been postponed until 1pm today due to the rain and bad weather this morning.

Weather Update: Thunderstorms & Risk For Flooding

Get ready for more rain. Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected Friday through the weekend and into early next week. Heavy rainfall associated with the storms may result in localized flooding. A few strong to severe storms will also be possible. Those with outdoor plans this weekend particularly along area streams or in flood prone areas should be alert for changing weather conditions and rising water levels.

Hope Haven Of Cass County Receives Stylish Donation

On July 12, 2013, First Impressions Salon and Spa made a presentation to Hope Haven of Cass County for a check in the amount of $1,591.00. This represents the proceeds of a “Spa-a-Thon” organized by First Impressions Salon a few weeks earlier. Holly Williams, the owner of First Impressions Salon & Spa, stated that “Patricia Roberts, Carolyn Wilhem, Carole Werth, Debi Brown, Stacy Stowe, Andrea Parris and others all worked together to make this a successful fund-raising event to benefit the victims of domestic and sexual violence served by Hope Haven of Cass County.” Further, Ms. Williams said there were many local businesses that donated gifts for the silent auction that included a new Coach purse and matching Coach wallet, gift certificates to the Missouri Mud Company, Gregory’s Event Space of Raymore, a Chi flat iron and many more wonderful items. Hope Haven and First Impressions Salon wish to thank all participants of this benefit who made it so successful.

About First Impressions Salon and Spa

First Impressions Salon and Spa is a full service salon in Raymore, MO that offers hair services, manicures, spa pedicures, spray tanning, facials, and waxing along with unique beauty and fashion products for sale in a small boutique. All of their services are listed on their website at http://www.firstimpressionsraymore.com.

About Hope Haven of Cass County

Hope Haven is the only domestic and sexual violence program and shelter in Cass and Bates Counties. Through December of 2012 they provided services to 470 victims, sheltered 117 women and 121 children and responded to 980 hotline calls. Not only does Hope Haven provide safe secure shelter for families but it also offers crisis intervention, safety planning, counseling, emergency assistance for food, gas & medication, and assistance in securing employment. More information can be found at: http://www.hopehavenofcasscounty.org

Circuit Court News July 29-Aug 2, 2013‏

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE

Diana L Rich , Clerk

July 29-Aug 2, 2013

St v. Rhonda L Baker, Felony unlawful use of weapon, set for 8-19-13.

St v. Veronica Pullen, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetamines, set for 8-19-13.

St. v. Robert W Grubb, I: Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetamines; II: Felony unlawful possession of a firearm, set for 9-16-13.

St v. Robert W Grubb, I: Felony possession of controlled substances, marijuana/methamphetamines, II: Felony unlawful possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetamines, set for 9-16-13.

St v. Joseph R Spencer, I: Felony burglary, II: Felony theft/stealing, set for 8-19-13.

St v. Krista M Itzen, Felony failure to return to confinement to MDOC, set for 9-16-13.

St v. Richard B Wright, I: Felony DWI, aggravated offender, II: Misd. Operated motor vehicle in careless and imprudent manner, III: no seat belt, IV: Misd. Operated motor vehicle without valid license, set for 8-19-13.

Leland Sumpter v Nancy Sumpter, Dissolution of Marriage granted.

Carlie Frances Priset v David Joseph Priset, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Stacy L Griffin v Justin M Griffin, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Ella N Anderson v Jesse L Anderson, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Tonja Doles v Bradley Doles, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Susan R Shipley v. Philip L Shipley, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Smoke Reported In Adrian House

Adrian Fire Department along with Butler Fire Department ( standing by) is in route to a report of smoke in a house in Adrian. The house is located at 240 West Main Street in Adrian. Not alot of details on this available at this time. Bates County Live will update this when more information becomes available.

BUTLER FARMER'S MARKET OPEN EVERY THURSDAY AFTERNOON

AREA LOCAL FARMERS WILL BE SELLING,  “IN SEASON" FRESH PRODUCE EVERY THURSDAY AFTERNOON. BOOTHS OPEN AROUND 3 PM EVERY THURSDAY AND ARE OPEN UNTIL THE PRODUCE FOR THE DAY IS GONE. SUPPORT OUR LOCAL GARDNERS … SHOP FOR FRESH PRODUCE EVERY THURSDAY AFTERNOON AT THE FARMER'S MARKET ON THE BUTLER SQUARE, YOU’LL FIND THEM ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE COURTHOUSE LAWN.

Job Opening In area

Apple Bus Company is currently accepting applications for individuals interested in driving for the 2013-14 School Year. If you are interested in this please call 660 - 679 - 6259 for more information.

Obituary - Doris McCall Tanner

Funeral services for Doris Tanner will be 2 p.m. Monday, August 5, 2013 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor John Prichard officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri.

Doris McCall Tanner, age 75 of Belton, Missouri, died Thursday, August 1, 2013 at her home in Belton. She was born February 18, 1938 to Robert Lester and Lydia Berniece Arnold McCall in Butler, Missouri.

Doris is survived by one son, Robert “Bob” Tanner of Belton, Missouri; four daughters, Kathy Cehorn and husband Steve of Raymore, Missouri, Marilyn Rayoum and husband Bob of Ephrata, Washington, Theresa Wendel and husband Kevin of Belton, Missouri and Jana Wade and husband Jim of Pleasant Hill, Missouri; two sister, Pat Allen of Butler, Missouri and Bobbi Gaston of Denton, Texas; 15 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and many nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Henry; two sisters, Sharon Horner and Linda Tanner; and one grandson, Gary Gentry.