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Obituary - Matthew "Matt" James (Ulrich) Yarick

Matthew "Matt" James (Ulrich) Yarick, age 23, passed away on May 16, 2015. Matt was born in San Diego, California to Pamela Jean and Brian James Ulrich on January 2, 1992. Matt was the second born child, a twin to Pam and Brian. Spending the first three years of his life in California, Matt enjoyed his dogs Terra and Greta. At the age of 4, Matt moved to Missouri and lived briefly in Bolivar but eventually Pam met Meredith and moved to Hume. Hume was Matt''s home town. He loved being outside: fishing with his grandpa, hunting, getting muddy, camping, exploring and storytelling were favorite pastimes. With a smile and a smirk on his face Matt could be found building fence, working cattle and cleaning up the house for family gatherings because he loved his LARGE family! 

In elementary school, Matt was active in the Hume Christian Church where he enjoyed youth activities and singing in the choir. 4-H was also an important part of Matt''s formative years as he participated in public speaking, shooting sports and cooking. Matt''s friends remember him as someone who always wanted to be a part of the action. He played basketball and baseball with a great amount of enthusiasm. At the age of 10, Matt asked if he could become a Yarick. At his insistence, Matt''s last name was legally changed to Yarick. He was ecstatic that by the stroke of a pen to become, Yarick. Matt loved challenges. On a dare from big brother Yancey, he drank a combination of pickle juice and milk. While working with the VBS students, he ate a live worm. While hiking on a trip in Colorado he climbed rock walls, without long pants, losing most of the skin on his shins. Family Olympic games, backyard target play and gross food eating contests were all evidence of his good nature. Matt enjoyed the comradery of high school sports playing basketball and baseball. His teammates loved his enthusiasm and sense of humor. On a Friday night, one could find Matt shoeless and in a cut off t-shirt hanging out with his friends having a great time. Matt enjoyed playing the baritone in the Hume High School band and tuba for the Bates County Nostalgia Band. Grades were very important to Matt. He was recognized as an outstanding health occupations student and was a member of NHS. After high school Matt decided he was ready to get away from the unpredictability of farm life and went to pursue a degree in the health field at Mizzou. While attending MU Matt lived in the Christian Campus House where he developed a whole new set of friends and life interests. He even developed a passion for ballroom dancing and joined the MU club ballroom dancing team. The team met regularly throughout the year to practice and traveled to several different locations to compete. Matt''s own sense of style enhanced the team. Matt was scheduled to graduate in May 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Casey, a friend of Matt''s, said that Matt was ridiculously intelligent, goofy as could be, and he absolutely hated wearing shoes!Throughout his high school and college career Matt made several missions trips to Mexico, St. Vincent''s, Colorado and Southern Missouri. Matt''s kind heart and willingness to work hard for a good cause seemed to always help him make friends in any setting. Matt is remembered by many as a good friend because he was easy to talk to, willing to help anyone and always available for a shoulder to cry on. 

Matt is survived by his parents, Pamela and Meredith Yarick of Hume, MO; twin sister Kimberly Yarick of Hume, MO; sister Tracy Bertoncin and family of Lee''s Summit, MO; sister Lana Eckart and family of St. Louis, MO; sister Leigh Trumbore and family of Butler, MO; brother Yancey Yarick and family of Morogoro , Tanzania, Africa; Grandmother Jean Zinn of Hume, MO; Grandfather Charles Ulrich of Fly Creek, New York and many extended family members throughout the United States. Matt was preceded in death by father Brian Ulrich; grandparents Willis Zinn and Loretta (Ulrich) Bixby; grandparents A. J. and Dorothy Yarick.


Memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2015 at the Hume Christian Church. Contributions are suggested to Pioneer Bible Translator,c/o Marsha Casey, 11004 SW CR 10508, Hume, MO 64752. On line condolences for the family can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com or sent to Meredith and Pam Yarick, 11671 SW CR 10508, Hume, MO 64752. Arrangements: Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Hume Chapel.

Weather Update: More Rain for mid-week

Well, not much time for recovery as more rain will come into the picture by late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. 

The good news is that no severe weather is expected with this event. 

Most of the precipitation will end by Wednesday afternoon.

Drug Bust today in Nevada Missouri

The Nevada Police Department announced on their Facebook page that they currently have two in custody after a search warrant was served in Nevada today. 

Narcotics and possible stolen property have been recovered. 

Mid America Live will update once a press release is approved we will have more information.

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To Whom it may concern: H Highway bridge just East of Butler

Bridge in question on H Highway just East of Butler

To whom it may concern:

The bridge that is 3 miles East of Butler on Highway H that is about to be replaced is of great concern to many Bates County residents. We would like to see the bridge straightened rather than replaced in its current position for these reasons:  

• Its position on a dangerous curve has caused a tremendous number of wrecks resulting in injury and loss of lives. It is extremely dangerous during bad weather. 

• It requires emergency vehicles to reduce their speed around the curves. By straightening the road the old bridge could remain open reducing the inconvenience of detouring and added costs to many Bates County residents. This would also return the bridge to its original position reducing road maintenance. 

Construction on this bridge is scheduled to begin on May 28, 2015. We would appreciate additional community discussion on this issue before the bridge is replaced. Anything you can do to help us with this problem would be greatly appreciated.

We ask that others with similar concerns please make your voices heard by contacting the following:

• State Representative: Patricia.Pike@house.mo.gov 

• Senator: ed.emery@senate.mo.gov

Sincerely, a Concerned Bates County Citizen

Urich man arrested on Felony Board of Probation and Parole Warrant

Andrew W. Mullen

On 5/18/2015 around 1:48 p.m. The Missouri State Highway Patrol in Henry County arrested 31 year old Andrew W. Mullen of Urich, Missouri.

Mr. Mullen was arrested on 1.) Felony Board of Probation and Parole Warrant - Resisting a officer of the law.

Andrew W. Mullen was booked into the Henry County Jail and placed on No Bond.

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Obituary - Donna Jean Short

Donna Jean Short, 68 of Amoret, MO passed away May 17, 2015 at Willow Lane Nursing Home after a short battle with cancer. A visitation will be held Thursday, May 21st from 1 to 2 pm at the First Baptist Church of Butler. The funeral service will follow at 2 pm, also at the church. Burial will be in Benjamin Cemetery, Amoret, MO. Donations are suggested to the church or to Benjamin Cemetery. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Donna was born March 4, 1947 in Paola, KS to Edgar and Minnie Leuty. Donna was united in marriage to Jesse Short in August of 1966. She enjoyed spending time with her family, her pets, gardening and attending Hume High School Alumni Reunions. She especially loved shooting fireworks. Donna was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Johnnie Leuty. She is survived by her husband Jesse Short of the home, daughter Julie Ann Bisnett of Eskridge, KS, daughter Karla Short of Butler, MO, grandchildren; Matt, Marilyn, Hailee, and Brenden, and great-grandchildren; Aurora and David. She is also survived by her sister Cynthia Fillpot of Independence, MO, sister Debra Bruner of Mound City, KS, several nieces and nephews, and her little dog Jack.

Obituary - Michael Wayne-William Cox

Michael Wayne - William Cox

Michael Wayne-William Cox, age 13, died as the result of a canoe accident on Saturday, May 16, 2015. He was born at Fort Scott, Kansas on October 4, 2001 the son of Wesley and Patricia Jackson Cox. He had just finished 7th grade in the Pleasanton Jr. High School. He enjoyed playing video games, riding his bike and spending time with his family. He is survived by his parents, Wesley and Patricia, siblings: Heath, Zack, Chelsea, Malcolm and Jayden, paternal grandparents, Bill and Myrt Cox, and maternal grandparents, Bill Jackson and Joyce Pratt.

Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 22, 2015 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel. Burial will be in the Pleasanton Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Pleasanton Chapel.

All Contributions are suggested to the Siblings Education Fund. On line condolences for the family can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com. Arrangements: Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel.