Bates county nearing dangerously dry levels

Low humidity + no precipitation = fire hazard

It's dry and it looks like the situation isn't going to get better very soon. It's almost tinderbox conditions and proof of that came last night in Merwin when a fire that started along the road caused heavy damage to a garage and a smaller structure.

It would be wise to avoid outdoor burning of any type, and make sure cigarettes are out before tossing. As shown below, our next reasonable chance of rain will be next Monday:

Butler man arrested in Bates County

On 2/3/17 around 12:45am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County arrested 31 year old Dale L. Murray of Butler, Missouri.

Mr. Murray was arrested for 1.) Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine 2.) Unlawful use of drug paraphernalia 3.) Misdemeanor Jackson County Sheriffs Office Warrant .

Dale L. Murray was booked into the Bates County Jail and he is currently listed as bondable.


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Freeman man arrested in Bates County

Max L. Ash

On 2/3/17 around 12:44am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County arrested 38 year old Max L. Ash of Freeman, Missouri.

Mr. Ash was arrested for 1.) Felony Cass County Sheriffs Office Warrant 2.) Driving While Suspended 3.) Misdemeanor Cass County Sheriffs Office Warrant - Non Support.

Max L. Ash was booked into the Bates County Jail and placed on $2,750 cash only bond.


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Thank a Farmer Week Celebrates Agriculture

(Butler, Mo 2/3/17) – Food, clothing, entertainment, medicine, shelter, transportation and so much more are brought to you by agriculture! So, join the celebration February 5-11, when the Missouri Farm Bureau and County Farm Bureau’s across the state celebrate the importance of agriculture.

A recently completed study commissioned by the Missouri Department of Agriculture and the Missouri Farm Bureau, found agriculture remains the top industry in our state with a contribution of some $88.4 billion to the economy. The study further revealed that in 2016, agriculture provided 378,000 jobs, $2.2 billion in state/local taxes and $17.5 billion in labor income.

This information drives home the importance of agriculture. The labors of agriculture impact our lives each day. In addition to food, agriculture provides clothing, fuel, medicine, entertainment, sports equipment, personal care products, school supplies and the list goes on.

It is a fact: agriculture is a driving force of communities both rural and urban. According to the United States Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service, innovations in agriculture allow one U.S. farmer to provide enough food and fiber for 168 people in the United States and abroad. Consumers in this country spend less than 10 percent of their disposable income on food, according to the USDA. That is less than any other country in the world.

So, join Missouri Farm Bureau as we Celebrate Agriculture and Thank a Farmer.

Look for local events sponsored by the Bates County Farm Bureau. You can enter to win a gift package of local food items displayed in the Bates Farm Bureau office during the week of February 6 -10. Drawing will be held the end of the day on February 10th.

Bates County Farm Bureau also invites you to stop by the office on the East side of the Butler square every Tuesday in February for cookies and coffee to express our appreciation for our members and to encourage you to become part of our organization. If you would like to learn more please stop by the office to get acquainted and check out the benefits of becoming a Farm Bureau member for just $30 per year or go to the Missouri Farm Bureau website at https://www.mofb.org/Membership/BenefitsServices.aspx to access the list of member benefits or go to https://www.mofb.org/Membership/BecomeAMember.aspx to become a member. Help us keep farmers farming by joining today! Farm Bureau is much more than insurance…it is a strong voice for agriculture and rural America.

“Agriculture is a big part of our community, yet many people simply take it for granted,” says Mary Fischer, Bates County Farm Bureau Promotion & Education chairman. “Farmers and the agri-businesses that support them give back in many ways. They deserve a pat on the back.”

Help the Bates County Farm Bureau during Celebrate Agriculture: Thank a Farmer week, February 5-11.

Out of control grass fire endangers structures in Merwin area

The Amsterdam Fire Department along with assistance from the Drexel Fire Department and Adrian Fire Department are in route to a grass fire that has got out of control and has spread to a small shed at this time.

The location of this fire is at a address of 1240 NW State Route Y Highway in Merwin, Missouri. 

A abandon house is also said to be in the path of this fire and may possibly be on fire at this time. 

Mid America Live News will continue to monitor this story and provide a update when one is made available to us.


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Harrisonville Benefit Concert and Chili Dinner

Weather Outlook The Next Three Days

What's the weather this weekend going to be like you ask? Well, it should be a quiet weekend weather-wise with increasing temperatures. By Sunday, temperatures will be about 10 degrees above normal!

Obituary - Betty Joyce Riecke

Betty Joyce Riecke

Betty Joyce Riecke, age 84 of Clinton, MO died at Westwood Living Center on February, 2016.

The family will receive friends at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February, 4, 2017 at the Clinton United Methodist Church. 

A funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM. Interment will be at Englewood Cemetery.