Montrose man wanted on St. Clair County Warrant

Zachariah Bishop

On Jan. 3, a St. Clair County warrant was issued for Zachariah Bishop, 33, Montrose, for failing to appear in court on a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance. Bond is set at $10,000 cash only.

The original charge stems from an incident on Sept. 24, 2014 when a St. Clair County deputy was dispatched to Concord Street, Appleton City, in reference to a violation of an ex-parte. 

During the investigation, Bishop was taken into custody. A search of his person located a bag that contained a white powdery substance that field tested positive for methamphetamine.

Burglary reported in rural Appleton City

On Jan. 5, a St. Clair County deputy took a theft report from Clifford Parsons. 

He reported an Outback S-Lite GPS system was stolen from his truck that was parked on his property on NW 1150 Road, Appleton City. 

Mr. Parsons said the GPS system is $995 new and he estimated the price of a used unit at $600.

Dental Cleaning at Butler Elementary School

On January 10th kids who have returned their consent forms, will have fluoride varnish applied to their teeth.

Also, if you would like for your child to be seen by the dentist from Compass Health for a dental exam, xrays and cleanings you may pick up the necessary paperwork in the Butler Elementary office OR your child may request it from Nurse Hilte. The dentist will be at the Elementary January 19th and 20th.

Dylan Good makes Dean's List at Baker

From the Baker University web site:

"As the top-ranked private university in Kansas, according to U.S. News & World Report, Baker University prides itself on producing graduates who shape and change the workforce and the communities around them. Baker’s alumni network includes Fortune 500 CEOs, New York Times best-selling authors, and Super Bowl champions who have benefited from small classes, innovative instructors, and rigorous course work available to traditional and nontraditional students."

"The following students represent the next class of high achievers from Baker University College of Arts and Sciences and School of Education. They have earned a place on the undergraduate dean’s list for maintaining a 3.5 grade point average or higher during the fall 2016 semester:"

Obituary - Ralph Pulliam

Ralph William Pulliam, 85, Adrian, Missouri, died Friday, January

6, 2017 at his home. A visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 10 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Archie, Missouri. Inurnment will be in Brady Cemetery in Harrisonville, Missouri at a later date.

(A complete obituary will be posted when information is available).

From Senator Ed Emery: Reprieve for Liberty

“[I]t is religion and morality alone which can establish the principles upon which freedom can securely stand. The only foundation of a free constitution is pure virtue.” John Adams, 2nd President of the U.S.

We all have our own opinions about the recent presidential election. I am extremely optimistic for both the nation and our state. Each contact I have with Governor-elect Eric Greitens increases my confidence in his ability to lead Missouri to renewed levels of prosperity, justice and optimism. On Monday, Jan. 9, our new governor will be sworn in. As he leaves office, Governor Jay Nixon deserves our gratitude and respect for his many years of public service as state senator, attorney general and governor. Please pray for him as he transitions back into the civilian life.

We are off to a good start this session. The First Regular Session of the 99th General Assembly commenced with the Governor’s prayer breakfast at a local church. The service included a Biblical message that easily related to everyone present, but especially to those of us serving in government. Individual prayers were then offered specifically for the executive branch, the House, Senate and Supreme Court. I hope to obtain copies of the prayers and to share excerpts with you next week.

I was especially looking forward to the prayer breakfast’s keynote message, given by Randy Gariss, a personal friend of mine and the son of Bob and Fontella Gariss, who are my neighbors and constituents. The breakfast is annually attended by hundreds and was packed. The banquet has been held each year for decades and was a time for political allies and opponents to join in a spirit of worship and encouragement. Randy’s poignant and convicting message spoke to each of our hearts and received a standing ovation.

As we begin a new era of Missouri politics, the theme the Senate majority caucus has adopted is: Achieving the Missouri Miracle. I see the changes in Missouri and Washington as a new dawn for liberty and am eager to work on a legislative agenda that will promote economic growth, protect freedom of speech and religion, attract new investment, shrink and streamline government, and secure worker freedom. To help you follow progress, a new blog has been started, and you can access the first post and all subsequent entries here: https://mosenatesidebar.wordpress.com/

Please don’t neglect to pray for your state government and officials as well as those in Washington, D.C. This great state and this exceptional nation are worth whatever it takes to sustain them. Liberty is worth the price, whatever the cost. Patrick Henry captured it best when he said in the face of incalculable odds: “I know not what others may choose but, as for me, give me liberty or give me death.”

Thank you for reading this legislative report. You can contact my office at (573) 751-2108 if you have any questions. Thank you and we welcome your prayers for the proper application of state government.

The Nuts & Bolts of Farm Leases

On Monday, February 20, 2017, University of Missouri Extension in Bates County will host The Nuts & Bolts of Farm Leases. The program will discuss items in a lease, Missouri leasing laws, cash rental trends, and options in farm rental agreements. In today’s current agricultural economy, lease agreements have become an important topic.

The program will be taught by MU Extension Agricultural Business Specialists Doug Scotten and Nathanial Cahill. Scotten says, “Understanding issues involved in lease agreements and understanding various lease options can help you avoid potential conflicts. The goal is to create a lease that works for both the owner and tenant.”

The program will be held at the Sheriff’s Conference Center on the south side of the square, 13 W. Dakota Street, Butler, Missouri. The cost to attend the workshop is $20 per person or $30 per couples sharing materials. Registration for the course is required before Wednesday, February 15th, 2017. To register, call the University of Missouri Extension in Bates County at (660) 679-4167.

Small fire at Flaming Lantern

The Butler Fire Department is currently on scene at the Flaming Lantern restaurant as a precaution. Initial reports indicate there was a very small fire that was quickly extinguished prior to the arrival of the fire department.

We have been informed that the restaurant will be closed for a few hours this afternoon, but will be open for dinner this evening. Mid America Live will provide an update as more information becomes available.