Job Opening In Butler

Position Available - Bates Co. Prosecuting Attorney's Office is seeking a full time office clerk for a fast paced office in Butler, MO.

Must be computer literate, professional, friendly and outgoing. Will train the right candidate. Excellent benefits.

Must reside in Bates County and pass back ground check and drug test.

Please drop off a resume at the office on the 3rd floor of the Courthouse Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. (Office is closed during the lunch hour.)

From the Crawford County Kansas Sheriff's Office

The Crawford County Kansas Sheriff's Office is investigating a incident involving a female who was found today around noon laying on the ground near US 69 Highway and 47 Junction in rural Crawford County.

The female was seriously injured and air lifted to a Joplin Hospital for treatment. An Investigation into what happened is underway at this time.

If you have any information, please contact the Crawford County Sheriff's Office 620-724-8274.

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Obituary - Virginia Lee Larkin

Virginia Lee Larkin, age 78 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, February 28, 2019 in Butler.

She was born June 12, 1940 to Daniel Allen and Betty Lucinda Corbin Haynes in Denver, Colorado.

Memorial services and survivor/family information will be provided at a later date.

BCMH Auxiliary Volunteer Spotlight

Kathy Bunch, Auxiliary Volunteer, likes to make crafts called tray favors to brighten the day of patients at Bates County Memorial Hospital.

The favors are placed on all food trays destined for patient rooms at meal time.

Kathy enjoys making the favors, and does so whenever inspiration strikes (about 18-20 sets in a year) because, she says, “I like to be creative, and this gives me an outlet.”

Kathy is computer-savvy and finds most of her ideas on the Internet. She usually crafts her tray favors around holiday themes, but sometimes (like the ones pictured here) she just makes something cheerful. Most of her favors are containers with something inside. For this set, Kathy made the boxes by cutting them out of paper, using a template. Last year during the summer, she chose a fishing theme, placing a few goldfish crackers in a clear plastic cup.

Kathy works with the BCMH Nutrition Services Department to ensure that all food treats are approved for patients. Nutrition aides deliver the trays to patients, so our patients aren’t always aware who provided the bit of cheer on their food tray.

Occasionally though, Kathy says a patient has stopped by the Information Desk on a day that she was scheduled to volunteer there with the Auxiliary, and thanked her.

“They have told me it made their day,” she said.

Our Auxiliary Volunteers perform many acts of kindness for our patients every day. Next time you see a volunteer, thank him or her for their service to the community.

Obituary - Emma Jo Chamness

Emma Jo Chamness, 59, Drexel, MO, died Monday, March 4, 2019 at the Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City, KS.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO with burial to follow in Lone Jack Cemetery, Lone Jack, MO.

Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Atkinson Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation.

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

Obituary - Philip Poindexter

Funeral services for Philip Poindexter will be 11 a.m. Monday, March 11, 2019 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be prior to services from 10-11 a.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel, Missouri. Contributions to American Heart Association. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com

Philip Dean Poindexter, age 86 of Drexel, Missouri died Saturday, March 2, 2019 in Drexel. He was born September 4, 1932 to Wilson Bryan and Opal Celeste Lankford Poindexter in Drexel.

Philip is survived by two sons, Darrel Poindexter and wife Marian of Drexel, Missouri and Dennis Poindexter of Archie, Missouri; one brother, Jimmie Poindexter and wife Virginia of Overland Park, Kansas; daughter-in-law, Vickie Poindexter of Harrisonville, Missouri; six grandchildren, Mitchell Poindexter and wife Jen, Lucas Poindexter and wife Shannon all of Houston, Texas, Michelle Poindexter and partner Felice Porrata of Adrian, Missouri, Richard Poindexter of Harrisonvinlle, Missouri, David Poindexter and wife Megan of Drexel, Missouri and Matthew Poindexter and wife Cari of Archie, Missouri; and nine great-grandchildren, McKenzie, Rylee, Cole, Beau, Cody, Christopher, Emily, Haley and Hannah. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife Mary Jo in 2017.

From our local schools...

BUTLER HIGH SCHOOL: Congratulations to Baylee Hudson, Alli Dawson, and Shyla Register for breaking to finals at the District Speech & Drama Tournament in Sedalia yesterday! Baylee placed 5th in Dramatic Interpretation, Shyla placed 5th in both Radio and International Extemp., and a special congratulations to District Champion in Poetry--ALLI DAWSON--who will be competing at the state competition in April.

MIAMI R-1 SCHOOL: The 5th and 6th grade District Honor Choir was held on Sat., March 2 at UCM- Warrensburg. Clinicians for the event were award winning Blake Richter, composer and music educator, and soon-to-be Dr. Kari Adams of TX. With over 250 students in attendance, a public concert was held at 2:30 after a full day of rehearsal.

ADRIAN HIGH SCHOOL: Congratulations to Adrian FFA Member Kameran Collier, she was was selected to serve as the Area VII Secretary for the upcoming school year. Way to go Kameran!

RICH HILL HIGH SCHOOL: These singers are on their way to State! The Misc #1 Vocal Ensemble received an “Exemplary” rating at Districts yesterday

BALLARD HIGH SCHOOL: Three members of the Ballard volleyball team received the Academic All-State award on Feb. 27th  for the 2018 volleyball season. They are senior Kelsey Pray, sophomore Sudie Callahan, and sophomore Serenity Morris. The requirements for Academic All-State are a 3.6 cumulative GPA from athletes entire career (include 2018 1st Semester) and played in 75% of varsity matches. Congratulations ladies!

   

Nevada Police warn to lock vehicles

Over the past couple of weeks the Nevada Police Department has had multiple thefts from automobile incidents throughout town.

Please be sure to take anything of value out of your vehicle.

Also, be sure to lock your vehicle when left unattended. If you see suspicious activity please contact us at 417-448-2710.