USA Freedom Walk includes a stop in Butler

Dusty Dawson with Phillip and Etha Pearl Pieratt
of Butler

48 year old retired Army veteran Robert 'Dusty' Dawson Jr. is a man on a mission. But not anything like missions he took part of while serving in Afghanistan.

Dawson is on the move- devoting his travels to raising awareness for the Wounded Warrior Project and Homeless Veterans.

Starting in the upper northwest corner of the United States last year, his planned 8,000 mile journey included some zig zags and impromptu stops; but maintains his overall goal of traveling at least 100 miles in each state as shown by the map here. 

He's met a lot of people along the way. And in speaking to Mid America Live this morning, not all have been friendly, at least not at first. But in almost every case those get to know him, like him and come to understand his cause. And many have been very generous by inviting him into their homes for some tasty meals and a good night's rest.

His original plans were to walk every inch of the journey but long stretches of deserted areas can pose a threat to a lone traveler, so Dawson decided to drive his jeep, with sleeping accommodations in tow. When stopped, he walks. In fact, his walk around Butler yesterday was 19 miles.

As he came into town, he quickly noticed the Dusty Attic antique store and yes, the name drew him inside for a quick conversation with owner Jean Rhodes. 

The focus of his trip to Butler was to visit with friends Staff Sergeant Kevin Pieratt and wife Jackie, along with Kevin's family including Phillip and Etha Pearl Pieratt. Dusty and Kevin have a lot in common- Pieratt has already served 18 years and is currently stationed at Fort Gordon GA; is a combat veteran of Iraq in 2003; and has served in Korea twice.

While with the Pieratt family, Dusty took in the highlights, which included a visit to the Heinlein house, the square and other attractions. 

Where next? Today his journey continues northward toward Chillicothe, MO with a planned stop at the Harry S. Truman library. 

Yes, Dawson will be visiting Hawaii in November to round out his travels. No, he's not driving there...but an exception can be made, all things considered.

You can follow the travel diary of Dusty Dawson by joining his Facebook page here http://www.facebook.com/groups/243431415867596/

Osceola man arrested in Henry County

On 10/10/16 around 10:15pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Henry County arrested 42 year old Heath B. Maxwell of Osceola, Missouri.

Mr. Maxwell was arrested for 1.) Violation of a order of protection 2.) Speeding 3.) Unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

He was booked into the Henry County Jail in Clinton, Missouri and later released.



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Butler Police Department Activity Report 10/3 - 10/9 - 2016

• 10/03/2016  

Medical assist 400 block of S High
Assist DFS
Accident Ohio and Orange
Traffic assist Schowengerdt
Well being check 100 bloc k of S Orange
Theft report Wix Lane
Warrant service 300 block of S Main

• 10/04/2016  

Alarm 600 block of W Nursery Disturbance 400 block of W Lee
911 Hangup
Well being check Smith St
Accident S Park
Shop lifting call Wal-Mart
Alarm 1000 block of W Ft Scott

• 10/05/2016  

Keep the peace 900 block of Wix Lane
Leave without pay Casey’s on Orange
Warrant service Pine and Fulton
Well being check 200 block of W Chestnut
Warrant service Chestnut and Main
Warrant service Dakota and Main
Theft report 200 block of N Havanna
Animal complaint 200 block of S Delaware

• 10/06/2016  

Disturbance 1000 block of W FT Scott
Trespassing call Conoco
Disturbance 300 block of W Harrison
Noise complaint S Birch
Trespassing call 400 block of S Delaware

• 10/07/2016  

Alarm Community 1st Bank
Well being check 100 block of N High
Speak to Officer 200 block of S Havanna
Keep the peace 800 block of W Ohio
Leave without pay Caseys
Warrant service 300 block of N Fulton

• 10/08/2016  

Alarm E Nursery
Keep the peace Courtney Dr
Warrant service 300 block of W Pine
keep the peace 100 block of S Orange
Trespassing call S Orange
Keep the peace 800 W Pine
Assist DFS 200 block of SD Havanna
Disturbance W 1100 block of W Ft Scott

• 10/09/2016  

Medical assist 500 block of N Main
Medical assist Wells St
Ex Parte violation report
Attempt to locate
Medical assist 600 block of W Dakota

Public Service Notice from the Butler Police Department

The Butler Police Department will be participating in the DEA Drug Takeback campaign. The Butler Police along with the Bates County Health Department will be participating in the drug turn in program sponsored by the DEA. The turn in location will be the Bates Co Health Dept. located at 501 N Orange Butler MO. on October 22, 2016 between the hours of 10 am to 2 pm. 

We will be accepting any prescription and non-prescription medication which will be turned over to the DEA for destruction. We will not accept syringes or inhalers.

The Butler Police also have a medication drop box located in the lobby of the Butler Police Station that meds can be dropped off at anytime. If you should have any questions you can can contact the Butler Police Department at 660-679-6131 of the Bates Co Health Dept. at 660-679-6108.

Obituary - Leon L. Hargrave

Leon L. Hargrave

Leon L. Hargrave, 91, of Clinton, Missouri died Friday morning, October 7, 2016 at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. He was born May 14, 1925 on the family farm south of Urich, Mo., the son of John Roland Hargrave and Nelia Neva (Long) Hargrave.

In 1939, Leon graduated 8th grade from Camp Branch School, then went to work on the family farm with his father. On October 13, 1944, Leon joined the United States Army and went to bootcamp in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, then on to training camp at Camp Fannen, Texas. He served in World War II at Manila, Philippines and Pusan, Korea. He was promoted up the chain of command from Private to Staff Sergeant and received two Bronze Battle Stars, a Good Conduct Medal, Victory Medal, and Army of Occupational Medal. On November 2, 1946, Leon was honorably discharged and proud to have served his country.

While on leave, February 15, 1945, he married Esther Louise Braun in Kansas City, Kansas. Together they farmed in Urich, Mo. for 50 years, from 1947 to 1997. Leon and Esther adopted their son, Steven L. Hargrave, who was born April 19, 1958. Steven also helped his dad on the farm.

Leon was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church, transferring his membership from White Oak Methodist Church in Urich, where he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior as a small boy. Leon was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1894 in Clinton, where he was a loyal member of the funeral Honor Guard, a member of the American Legion Post 371, and a member of the Blue Ribbon Coffee Club.

After the passing of their son Steven on March 29, 1997, Leon and Esther moved to Clinton, Mo. He enjoyed playing with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a devoted, loving husband and caretaker of his wife until her death on November 5, 2012.

Surviving are one grandson, Steven Leon Hargrave, II; one granddaughter, Jennifer Marie Hargrave; their mother, Loretta Meyer; three great-grandchildren, Anthony Duane Leon Hargrave, Patricia Ann Hargrave, and Frankie William Hargrave, all of Clinton, Mo.; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousin, Nora Jean Ingram and husband Herb, Blue Springs, Mo.

In addition to his wife and son, he was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Mary Ellen Barnhart in 2012 and Velva Laverne Morgan in 1972.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at the Clinton United Methodist Church, 601 South 4th Street. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, just prior to the funeral service. Interment will be in Englewood Cemetery. Friends may call from Noon to 8:00 p.m. Monday at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, and these donations may be left in care of the funeral home.

Leon was very much loved by his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Rain & Storms Likely Mid Week

Relief for ragweed allergy sufferers, including my dog, may be on the way. 

A cold front will move through the area Wednesday bringing widespread rainfall and a few thunderstorms. 

While no severe weather is expected, a much colder air mass will settle over the area Thursday morning. 

Low temperatures in the low to mid 30s are likely north of I-70 and this will allow for widespread frost to form.

Benton County fatality accident claims the life of Henry County woman

On 10/10/16 around 6:49am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Benton County along with Benton County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a two vehicle fatality accident on Southbound Missouri 7 Highway at Walter Avenue.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2016 Ford driven by 58 year old Denise I. Robertson of Camdenton, Missouri crossed over the center line of the roadway and struck the 2007 Ford driven by 58 year old Carrie B. Clinton of Windsor, Missouri head on.

Carrie B. Clinton was pronounced dead at 7:10am and she was transported to Resner Davis -Miller Funeral home in Warsaw.

Denise I. Robertson sustained serious injuries in this accident and she was transported to University Hospital for treatment. 

Both vehicles were totaled and towed from the scene by Tolliver's Tow.  This is Troop A of the Missouri State Highway Patrol's 56th Fatality crash of 2016.


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Obituary - Lillie Mae McGee

Lillie Mae McGee

Lillie Mae McGee, age 82, Ottawa, Kansas formerly of Linn County passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2016 at her home.

Funeral service will be held 10 am Saturday, October 15, 2016 at the Wall Street Church. Burial in the Sunny Slope Cemetery. 

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm Friday, October 14 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Chapel. Contributions are suggested to Step Up for SIDS. 

On line condolences for the family can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com. Arrangements: 

Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Chapel.