Obituary - Frances Lee Kearns

Frances Lee Kearns, 79, of Drexel, MO passed away February 20, 2015 at Cass Regional Medical Center, Harrisonville, MO. Funeral Services will be held 3:00 pm Saturday, February 28th at Mullinax Funeral Home –Drexel Chapel with Rev. Dennis Stone officiating. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:00 to 3:00 pm Saturday, also at the Drexel Chapel. Burial will follow services in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel, MO. Contributions suggested to the Drexel United Methosit Church or Sharon Cemetery. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Frances was born in a house seven miles NE of Drexel on June 18, 1935. She is the daughter of Lee Alexander Holt and Carrie Edith Holt (Carter). She attended Drexel School and graduated in 1953. Frances enjoyed playing basketball in High School and attending school events. On March 18, 1954 she married Damon Kenneth Kearns. He passed away January 1, 2009. Frances worked for the Kansas City Life Insurance Company in Kansas City, Sears, and for the Drexel Schools, before working for the Drexel Post Office until she retired after 42 years of service. Frances was a member of the Drexel United Methodist Church. She was the Superintendent of the children's department for many years. She loved to sew, making many items for her children as well as others in the Drexel community in years past. Frances recently loved to crochet. She made and donated hats, mittens, and sweaters for babies in need. Family holidays were very special to her. She planned and participated in all events with her family by decorating and preparing large meals for each gathering. Frances enjoyed watching college basketball, especially KU games. She always looked forward to her trips with the family to the Sprint Center and Allen Fieldhouse to watch them play. She was also very excited to follow the Drexel High School girls basketball team as they made their way to the state championship. Frances was a person that was always available, especially for any special event involving her family. She made many trips to Warrensburg, Kansas City, Lawrence, and even to New Mexico to support her grandson's endeavors. Frances was always willing to lend an ear to listen to any problems or issues her family may confront. She was also very excited to celebrate the successes they may accomplish. Frances was a devoted caregiver, taking excellent care of her aging parents, and raising her own family. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Frances is survived by her children, Damona Parks of Raymore, MO, and Darren K. Kearns of Drexel, MO. By her grandson Daniel Parks of Kansas City, MO, as well as many cousins. She will be truly missed.
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Butler FBLA Students Advance to State Competition

District 10 FBLA competition was held at the University of Central Missouri on Wednesday, February 18, 2015. The following students placed in the top 5 in various events to advance to state competition. Front row (left to right): Caleb Jett-1st Place in Computer Problem Solving and 2nd Place in Networking Concepts; Derek Noe-1st Place in Business Calculations and 2nd Place in Personal Finance; Katelynn George-1st Place in Healthcare Administration; Adam Robison-2nd Place in Introduction to Information Technology. Standing (left to right): Kinzie Wheatley-2nd Place in Intro to Parliamentary Procedure and 4th Place in FBLA Principles and Procedures; Jacob Beckley-4th Place in Securities and Investments; Slate Hayes-4th Place in Computer Problem Solving and 4th Place in Networking Concepts; Daniel Noe-5th Place in Networking Concepts. State competition will be held April 12-14 in Springfield, MO.
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Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report February 16, 2015 to February 22, 2015

Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report

February 16, 2015 to February 22, 2015

• February 16, 2015

ALARM – ADRIAN

MVA – ADRIAN

MVA – ADRIAN

MVA – ADRIAN

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY – ADRIAN

CHECK WELL BEING – BUTLER

THEFT – ADRIAN

• February 17, 2015

ABULANCE REQUEST – RICH HILL

ABULANCE REQUEST – BUTLER

MVA – ADRIAN

911 HANG UP – BUTLER

THEFT – APPLETON CITY

CIVIL STANDBY - HUME

AGENCY ASSIST – BUTLER

4-H Press Release: State meats judging contest‏

COLUMBIA, Mo.– The University of Missouri Extension 4-H state meats contest on Feb. 7 drew more than 30 competing 4-H members. More than 50 FFA students also participated as practice for upcoming events, said Bob McNary, interim state 4-H youth specialist in charge of the event. Participants visited meat labs at the MU Division of Animal Sciences and identified 30 cuts of meat during the judging.

According to Alan J. Mundey, Bates County 4-H Youth Specialist, Bates County was represented by Harrison, Andrew and Etienne Wepener from the Countyline 4-H club. Both Andrew and Etienne finished in the top 10 in the junior division.

The Randolph County 4-H Club (8-13 years) took first and third place in the junior meats judging. Second place went to Monroe County 4-H’ers.

Top individuals in this group were William Crain, Monroe County, first; Quincy Wiegand, Randolph County, second; Alaina Link, Randolph County, third; Martina Joseph, Randolph County, fourth; and Austin Mitchell, Randolph County, fifth.

Senior meats team winners in the 14-and-over category were Monroe County, first, and Jasper County, second. Individual winners were Danielle Herrin, Monroe County, first; Anne Marie Anibal, Jasper County, second; Maddison Breid, Monroe County, third; Sam Anibal, Jasper County, fourth; and Ashlyn Peterson, Monroe County, fifth. 
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Butler Police Department Activity Report 2/16 - 2/22 - 2015

• 02/16/2015 

Medical assist 400 block of S Delaware
Disturbance 100 block of N Maple
Disturbance Super 8
Alarm 600 block of W Ft Scott
Theft report Wal Mart
Assault report 800 block of W Pine
Animal complaint Fran Apts
Assault report Hospital
Keep the peace
911 300 block of N Orange

• 02/17/2015 

Shoplifter call Wal-mart
Keep the peace 800 block of W pine
Animal complaint 800 block of N Maple
Animal complaint 200 block of W Vine
Well being check W Mill St
Well being check 200 block of N Fulton

Missouri State Highway Patrol Arrest Report: Iowa man arrested

On February 23rd around around 12:15 a,m, The Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County arrested 36 year old Philip L. Shipley of Morrison, Iowa.

Mr. Shipley was arrested on 1.) Driving while intoxicated 2.) Driving while revoked. He was booked into the Bates County Jail and placed on a 12 hour hold.
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Update on garage fire in Adrian yesterday

At approximately 2:00 p.m. today, the Adrian Fire Department was dispatched on a possible structure fire in the area of 1st and Virginia Street in Adrian. The Butler Fire Department was dispatched at the same time following the “automatic” mutual aid protocol set between the two fire departments. Fire units quickly arrived on the scene and determined the structure to be a detached garage located at 104 North Virginia Street. Fire suppression began and the fire was reported under control within minutes. Butler Fire Department responding units were cancelled after the fire was placed under control. 

The fire was accidental in nature and determined to be caused from a faulty flue pipe. Adrian Medical First Responders checked two subjects who stated that they had been exposed to the smoke coming from the garage. After evaluating the subjects, they both refused any further care.

The Adrian Fire Department was assisted by the Adrian Police Department, Bates County Sheriff’s Department, and the MO State Highway Patrol.
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