Missouri State Highway Patrol Arrest Report 11/3/14

On 11/3/14 around 11:00 a.m. The Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested 34 year old Kenion R. Brown of Harrisonville, Missouri. He was arrested for 1.) Felony possession of Methamphetamine 2.) Unlawful use of drug paraphernalia 3.) Speeding 4.) Expired registration 5.) Excessive window tint 6.) No insurance. He was booked into the Bates County Jail and later released.

UPDATED: Obituary - Robert Edward “Bob” Hutcheson

Funeral services for Bob Hutcheson will be 2:00 PM Friday, November 7, 2014 at Mullinax Funeral Home (660-679-0009) in Butler, Missouri with Dr. Terry Davis officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 1 – 2 PM at Mullinax Funeral Home. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to American Cancer Society or Shriners Hospital. Messages of condolence for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Robert Edward “Bob” Hutcheson, 76 of Butler, Missouri and formerly of Kansas City, passed away November 2, 2014 at Vitas Hospice in Kansas City, Missouri. Bob was born February 16, 1938 in Pryor, Oklahoma, son of Walter and Martha (Reynolds) Hutcheson.

Bob enjoyed a long career in radiator repair but will also be well remembered for “tinkering” on lawn mowers, something he loved to do. He also enjoyed fishing, pool, playing guitars and singing. Bob loved his family and liked to talk with all his friends. His family and friends describe him as the most honest man you’d ever meet; and one who gave great advice. His children remember him as the greatest dad ever, but indeed he will be missed by everyone.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, and three brothers. He is survived by his wife, Nora Hutcheson of Butler; and four children: Edward Lee Hutcheson, Dale Allen Hutcheson, Danny Wayne Hutcheson, and Gloria Dawna Swenson; four grandchildren: Bobby, Amanda, Austin, and Brandie; and eight great-grandchildren.

Adrian Community Library Chili/Soup Supper and Auction Fundraiser

ADRIAN COMMUNITY LIBRARY

Chili/Soup Supper and Auction Fundraiser
Adrian Optimist Building
Friday, November 7th
Food Service from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

A.C.T. teaser of "It's A Wonderful Life" performed at 6:00 p.m.
Live Auction of Home Baked Foods held at 6:15 p.m.
Silent Auction closes at 6:45 p.m.
Renew your Friends of the Library membership

All proceeds benefit the Adrian Community Library
Anyone wishing to donate an Auction or Food item, call Roma at 816 297 8938.

Funeral Services Set for Gannon Hathcock

Gannon Hathcock

Funeral services for Gannon Hathcock will be 3:00 PM Thursday, November 6, 2014 at the South Gymnasium at the Drexel School. Visitation will be from 1 – 3 PM prior to the service at the school. Burial will follow services in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. Contributions are suggested to a memorial scholarship fund in Gannon’s name. Messages of condolence for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Gannon Hathcock, 16 of Drexel, Missouri passed away November 2, 2014 at his home in Drexel. Gannon was born January 13, 1998 in Kansas City, Missouri, son of Jan and Michelle (Bollinger) Hathcock.

• A complete obituary will be published on Bates County Live when the information becomes available.

Nevada Police Department Shop with a Cop 2014

The members of the Nevada Police Department hope to make this holiday season brighter by doing something positive for the children of our city. The police officers and their families are preparing for the annual Shop with a Cop 2014 Program.

The Purpose of the Shop with a Cop program is to provide gifts to disadvantaged children and their families and to allow them to interact with law enforcement officers in a positive setting. 

The only requirement for the participating children is that they buy at least one item for themselves. We find that the last thing these children generally think about is themselves as they learn an important lesson on the spirit of giving.

The program is funded solely upon donations from the community. Many service organizations, business owners and individuals take the opportunity to give back through this program.

The Project Officer for the Nevada Police Department, PO Patrick Deao said, “We would like to be able to give each child $100 to purchase gifts. My hope is that our sponsors will support one child for this Christmas.”

Children are recommended for participation in the program by police department members, school employees, social agencies and family shelters. Anyone can nominate a local child who meets the criteria of being between the ages of six and eleven and who has a social or economic need. This year’s event will be held in December at the Nevada Wal-Mart.

Community participation is very welcome for the Shop with a Cop program. If you would like to donate your time or money to help make a child's Christmas special, or would like to nominate a child, please contact Nevada Police Officer Patrick Deao at 417-448-5100.

Donations can be mailed to Shop with a Cop, c/o Nevada Police Department, 120 S. Ash,  Nevada MO, or an officer will pick up the donation upon request.

Obituary - Junior "Jim" Kendrick

Jim's wishes were to be cremated. Memorial services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, November 6, 2014 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Herb Bishop officiating. Contributions to Heartland Hospice. 

Junior LeRoy Kendrick, age 80 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, November 1, 2014 at his home in Butler. He was born December 31, 1933 to Eddie Louis and Gladys Naomi Sallee Kendrick in Platte City, Missouri.

Jim is survived by two sons, Mitchell Kendrick of Grain Valley, Missouri and Monty Kendrick and wife Mary of Adrian, Missouri; three daughters, Meshelle Horton and husband Randy of Blue Springs, Missouri, Monica Sweet and husband Doug of Lexington, Missouri, and Melonie White and husband Chris of Adrian, Missouri; two brothers, Donnie Kendrick of Warrensburg, Missouri and Kenny Dean Kendrick of Butler, Missouri; four sisters, Barb Hilbus and husband Kenny of Adrian, Missouri, Thelma Silvers and husband Kenny of Nevada, Missouri, Wilma Naeger and husband Don of Mountain Home, Arkansas and Esther Brown of Belton, Missouri; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Joretta in 2010; a brother, Buster Kendrick; two grandsons, Shane Sweet and Brandon Kendrick.

Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report October 27, 2014 to November 2, 2014

• October 27, 2014

SUICIDAL THREATS/ATTEMPTS – ADRIAN

AGENCY ASSIST – ADRIAN

MVA (NO INJURIES) – RICH HILL

DEBRIS ON ROADWAY – ADRIAN

AMBULANCE REQUEST – BUTLER

DOMESTIC – BUTLER

MVA (UNKNOWN INJURIES) – AMSTERDAM

HARASSMENT – ADRIAN

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY – ADRIAN

TRAFFIC HAZARD – ADRIAN

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY – BUTLER

• October 28, 2014

CHECK WELL BEING – BUTLER

AMBULANCE REQUEST – BUTLER

AGENCY ASSIST – BUTLER

THREATS – RICH HILL

AMBULANCE REQUEST – RICH HILL

Election coverage on Mid America Live

Mid America Live will be providing up to the minute coverage of local election results beginning as the polls close tomorrow night from the Bates County Courthouse.

We will also provide links to live updates for state and nationwide results as well.

Polls in Bates County will be open at 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. To see polling places, click here.

To see the Bates County ballot, click here.

Remember- It's your duty to get out and VOTE tomorrow!