Weather Update: Wednesday Afternoon Fire Risk

Here's a quick look at the forecast through the end of the week. There will be an elevated wildland fire risk tomorrow afternoon as relative humidity values fall into the 20% to 25% range mainly south of St. Joseph to Kirksville. Winds will also be rather strong with gusts to around 30 mph Wednesday afternoon. Thankfully not nearly as strong as we've seen recently. There are also several small chances for light snow Thursday and Friday. Little or no accumulation is expected Thursday. Better chances will occur Friday but any accumulations are expected to be less than half an inch and mainly across northern Missouri.

Changes coming to Bates County Live

A revised look for the Bates County Live home page

You may have already noticed a 'cleaner' look to the Bates County Live home page. We've moved some things around to better serve our advertisers and put up a shiny new banner as well.

So what else is in store? At this time we are making final preparations to provide news VIDEO to complete our media coverage in and around the Bates County area. Mostly, our videos will be larger events such as parades, 4th of July celebrations and news events on the grand scale- which insures that you won't miss anything!

We know there's nothing worse than a tease, but, yes we have even more in store which will include news audio....stay tuned. More details to be revealed soon!

Doug Mager and Curtis Vail II, Bates County Live

Threat investigation leads to drug possession arrest

Micheal Kreitler

Yesterday, Bates County Sheriff's Deputies were dispatched to Adrian in reference to threats being made. Deputies notified the Adrian Police Officer who spoke with the victim. She stated that her estrange husband had made threats toward her over the phone. Deputies then responded to Rt1 Box 389 Butler to speak with the male subject. That subject was identified as Micheal H Kreitler, 63. Kreitler spoke with officers about the threat. Kreitler was asked if he prefer to step inside the house to conduct the interview about the threats. Once the deputies were inside the residence then they observed a florescent grow light and 13 white Dixie cups with plants growing on the counter. When asked what it was, Kreitler admitted that he was growing marijuana. An additional search of the residence revealed a felony amount of marijuana.

Kreitler was transported to the Bates County Jail. Today, Prosecutor Jenkins charged Kreitler with possession of a controlled substance and bond was placed at $10,000.00 cash or surety.

Bates County Trooper receives transfer

Effective December 1, 2013, Trooper Gabriel J. Jenner transferred from Zone 14, serving Bates County, to Zone 7, serving Jackson County. Trooper Jenner was appointed to the Patrol on January 3, 2011, as a member of the 93rd Recruit Class. Jenner was born in Columbia, MO, and graduated from Greenville, IL, High School. In 2010, he earned a bachelor's of science degree in criminal justice from Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, MO.

Douty's Auto Service Used Tire Sale

Friday January 31st & Saturday Febuary 1st Douty's Auto Service is having a used tire sale.

A BIG selection of 17s, 18s and 20s $10 Each Or $20 each with mount and balance.

Friday & Saturday Only so stop on in or feel free to give us a call 660-227-6085.

Semi Truck High Centered In Butler

The Butler Police Department is on scene of a 18 wheeler that is high centered on the railroad tracks on Rice Road in Butler. The semi is currently off the railroad tracks and is currently working on getting turned around and on its way.

Use caution if you are traveling in this area as they attempt to get the truck turned around.

Clinton Woman Arrested On St. Clair County Felony Warrant

Chrisandra Jones

On Jan. 22 Chrisandra Jones, 32, Clinton, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant for a class C felony charge of passing bad checks. The warrant was issued on Dec. 24, 2013. Bond was set at $250 cash only and a court date of Feb. 21 was given.

St. Clair County Sheriff's Office Press Release: Felony Arrest Warrant

Michael Rapue

On Monday, Jan. 27, an arrest warrant was issued for Michael Rapue, 24, Liberal, charging him with class D felony of first degree property damage. Bond is set at $5,000 cash or surety.

The charge stems from an incident on Jan. 9, when deputies responded to a burglary in progress at the Riley Harris residence on DeLaporte Street, Collins. Rapue was found in Harris’ garage throwing items out of a boat. Rapue admitted he was under the influence of methamphetamine, cocaine and was drinking the night before. Rapue was initially arrested on warrant for a parole violation.