Drexel Dollar Store nears completion

The new Dollar Store takes shape at 2nd and Elm streets in Drexel. Barring delays, the store is scheduled to open next month.
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Obituary - Chrystal J. Atkins

Chrystal J. Atkins, 84, formerly of Adrian, MO, died Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at Beautiful Savior Home, Belton, MO. Funeral services will be held at noon on Monday, February 23, 2015 at the Atkinson Funeral Home, Adrian, MO, with a visitation 11:00-noon. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Hospice of Kansas City. A complete obituary will be posted when the information is available.
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Vehicle theft and burglary in Nevada

The Nevada Police Department have been investigating a vehicle theft and burglary reports in Nevada. According to Nevada Police Department Officials, on Tuesday, Deputies began investigating a report of a stolen vehicle in the 800 block of North Osage. The vehicle was reported to be a secured red 2007 4 door Chevy Sierra, with dealer plates, that was taken from a local business. 

On the same day, Deputies began investigating a report of an attempted burglary in the 500 block of East Cherry. These investigations are ongoing. Anyone with information regarding these crimes is asked to call the Nevada Police Department at 417-448-2710.

This date in history: Cheap signs irritate editor

Courtesy of the Eddie Hermann archives and the Bates County Museum

February 19

1870-The cage ordered by the Bates County Sheriff from St. Louis should be arriving in Butler very shortly. It is 13 1/2 feet long and 7 feet wide. The cost is $1,000.

1870-Bates County Sheriff Smith (W.T. Smith) takes delivery on a custom made buggy from Hale, Evans & Co.

1876-The committee on a public library for Butler makes a survey and finds a willingness of citizens to donate books and money.

1905-J. A. DeArmond resigns as Butler City Attorney and Clerk J.F. Smith is appointed.

1907-The editor of the Bates County Record says, "The new street signs are the cheapest looking signs, ever. But what can you expect for a quarter?"

1911-Ob Keirsey , of near Ballard, is in the Spruce area and takes one of the school marms 'sleighing'. No one else sees any snow.

1914-At the wedding of Mary Alleene Arnold of Butler and William N. Mills of K.C., the Butler Mandolin Club plays softly during the ceremony.

Weather Update: Two upcoming chances for snow

We've got two systems to watch over the next few days: 1) A quick brush of around a half inch of snow Thursday afternoon - early Friday morning, and 2) A messier, mixed wintry precipitation system Friday night - Saturday.

There's still a lot of uncertainty with the weekend system, but at least a potential for a band of 1-2+" generally along and north of I-70. Higher amounts are possible within that band, but we're not confident enough to put up any higher contours at this point. We could also see some light ice accumulations along and south of I-70 on Friday night, depending on surface temperatures and exactly when/where precipitation begins.

We'll be updating and refining both the amounts and precipitation types over the next few days, so be sure to keep an eye on the forecast if you have travel plans!

Obituary - Glenn E. Welsh

Funeral services for Glenn E. Welsh will be 3 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2015 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be prior to the services from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Cremation to follow services. In lieu of flowers contributions to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. 

Glenn Edward Welsh, age 82 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at Crown Care Center in Harrisonville, Missouri. He was born May 12, 1932 to Lester Marion and Hattie Bell Collier Welsh.

Glenn is survived by his wife, Dorothy Welsh of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Bill Henry and wife Misti of Pleasant Hill, Missouri and Guy Henry and wife Debbie of Brandon, Mississippi; three daughters, MaryBeth Jennings and husband Bryan of Butler, Missouri, Glenda Figge and husband Melvern of Kansas City, Kansas and Verna Soloman and husband Art of Freeman, Missouri; a sister-in-law, Rosemary Welsh of Kansas City, Kansas; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Bill, George, Marion and Gene Welsh; and four sisters, Pearl Wood, Mae Dockery, Dorothy Miller and an infant sister.
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Obituary - Robert K. Morris

Robert K. Morris, 88, Garden City, Mo died at home Wednesday, February 18, 2015. Masonic Service 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2015 with funeral to immediately follow at the Atkinson Funeral Home, Harrisonville, MO. Visitation from 1-2. Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. Memorial contributions may be made to Blessed Trinity Home Health, Harrisonville, Mo. A complete obituary will be posted when the information becomes available.

Louisiana Woman arrested in Bates County

On 2/17/15 around 4:56 p.m. The Missouri State Highway Patrol in  Bates County arrested 20 year old Ashley M. Cook of  Dry Prong, Louisiana.

She was arrested for 1.) Felony possession of a controlled 2.) Driving while intoxicated 3.) Endangering the welfare of a child 2nd Degree 4,) Misdemeanor possession of Marijuana 5.) Unlawful use of drug paraphernalia 6.) No valid drivers license 7.) Exceeded posted speed limit.

She was taken to the Bates County Memorial Hospital and later released.
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