From the Office of the Bates County Prosecuting Attorney

Larry Wayne Beckham, 72, of Butler, was found guilty of statutory sodomy in the first degree and endangering the welfare of a child in the first degree on Thursday, January 30, 2020, in the Circuit Court of Bates County Missouri. 

The jury trial began on Tuesday, January 28, with the jury returning their verdict around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday night. Beckham’s sentencing is scheduled for April 20, 2020, before the Honorable Judge M. Brandon Baker. 

Mr. Beckham was represented by attorney David A. Kelly, Lee’s Summit, Mo. Hugh C. Jenkins, Bates County Prosecuting Attorney, represented the State.

Kansas City woman arrested in Bates County

On 3/15/20 around 10:00pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County arrested 19 year old Mykeiana A. Martin-Davis of Kansas City, Missouri.

She was arrested for 1.) Failure to appear in court on a misdemeanor Bates County warrant - Speeding 2.) Speeding 3.) No Insurance 4.) Possession of drug paraphernalia.

Mykeiana A. Martin Davis was booked into the Bates County Jail in Butler and she is being held on a $500 cash only bond.

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Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Wade Auction Service Postponed Spring Consignment Sale

Due to Current World Circumstances & the Weather forecast for the week we have decided to POSTPONE the Annual Spring Consignment Sale this weekend..

We will reschedule this at a later date!! Thank you for your understanding in this matter!

Thx,

Wade Auction Service

From Summers Pharmacy

Starting today, Monday, March 16th all pharmacy business will be conducted through the drive-thru/curb-side pick-up and by delivery. 

We will be closing the lobby for walk-in customers in an effort to minimize coronavirus exposure to our patients and staff. 

Have patience with us as the wait may be longer, so please call ahead to arrange payment of your deliveries or pick-ups to speed the process. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Butler woman arrested on warrant

On 3/15/20 around 6:23pm the Butler Police Department arrested 23 year old Kayle M. Cooper of Butler, Missouri.

She was arrested for 1.) Warrant for failure to appear- Original Charge of 2nd Degree Burglary.

Kayle M. Cooper was booked into the Bates County Jail in Butler and placed on a 20,000$ Cash/Surety Bond.

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Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Updated Obituary - Freddie “Fred” Lee Zellmer

Freddie “Fred” Lee Zellmer, age 81, of Freeman, Missouri, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020, at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2020 at the Faith Baptist Church in Harrisonville, MO with burial in Orient Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Sunday, March 15 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.

He was born October 11, 1938, in Harrisonville, Missouri, the son of Carl Henry “Hank” and Izola Faye (Conard) Zellmer. Fred and his older brother, Teddy Joe “Ted”, grew up on the family farm near Freeman, Missouri, developing his lifelong love of farming from an early age. He graduated from Harrisonville High School in 1956 and from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1960. After graduation, he served as a lieutenant in the US Army for two years and was stationed in El Paso, Texas, and Wurzburg, Germany. While stationed in Germany, he enjoyed traveling throughout Europe. He then returned to civilian life and completed his master’s degree in Animal Husbandry from Mizzou in 1964. He was united in marriage to Linda Louisa (Logue) Zellmer on December 27, 1964, which was followed by 55 years of happiness.

Fred worked as the Vice President of Citizen’s National Bank (now Commerce Bank) until 1976 and then joined the sales department at the local John Deere dealership. He continued in that role until his retirement in 2004. Throughout his life he worked a “day job” while simultaneously pursuing his passion for farming. He could frequently be found working on the farm during any free moment, often late into the night. He was usually accompanied by one of his faithful canine companions.

Fred possessed an unwavering faith in Christ, attending Hickory Grove Baptist Church and being baptized in the Grand River. He lived his faith openly, demonstrating Christ-like love to everyone he met. He was eager to help those in need, with a ready smile and without judgement. He was a charter member of Faith Baptist Church in Harrisonville, Missouri, where he served as a deacon and chairman of the corporate board.

Fred had a deep love of his family and children in general. He was a very involved and loving father and grandfather. He could frequently be found “rescuing” a cranky baby from the church nursery, and was always ready to read a story or rock a little one to sleep. His daughters, Anne and Lee, loved to listen to his funny stories or “help” him with the farm chores. Despite his workload at the JD dealership and the farm, he was never too busy to spend time with his loved ones.

In retirement years, Fred and Linda enjoyed spending their winters in Clearwater, Florida, where they made many new friends, enjoyed community events, even bingo! Fred had fun on the golf course and lawn bowling with his friends from Canada. He also enjoyed summer weekends at the lake of the Ozarks with family and friends and was always available to “captain” the pontoon boat. However, Fred’s strong work ethic would not let him devote all his time to leisurely activities. He always had a project in the works, frequently utilizing those objects that that others might throw away. Fred could skillfully repurpose a downed walnut tree, spindles from an old staircase, or a ball of barbed wire. Fred’s skills as a craftsman were also evident in the many home improvement projects he completed. He was a skilled artist and enjoyed drawing, often using these skills to entertain children.

Preceding him in death are his parents, Hank and Izola Zellmer, and his brother, Ted Zellmer. Survivors include his wife, Linda Logue Zellmer, his daughter Anne Elizabeth (Zellmer) Jenkins and her husband Richard Duncan Jenkins of Liberty, Missouri, his daughter Lee Allison Zellmer, of Louisburg, Kansas, two grandchildren, Elizabeth Sophrona Mays and Benjamin Thomas Mays, of Louisburg, Kansas, two nieces, Peggy (Zellmer) Heid and Vicky (Zellmer) Hartzler, and great-nieces and nephews. He is also survived by one aunt, Dorothy Vetter, of Boise, Idaho, along with many cousins.

Fred’s family thanks everyone who has honored Fred with their presence, their prayers, and their demonstrations of love. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider a donation to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, Faith Baptist Church, or Children’s Mercy Hospital.

Sorry we're closed

The Vernon County Courthouse along with the Extension office will be closed to the public tomorrow 3-16-20. If you need to reach us please do so by phone or email. 

We appreciate your patience as we navigate these unfamiliar waters. 

Our office will continue to serve Vernon County as we figure this our together with our State and Federal partners.

City of Adrian notice on COVID-19

In trying to make sure our Citizens and our employees are protected from COVID-19 in the best possible way the City of Adrian has decided to close the doors for business until further notice. This is effective Monday March 16th. The clerks will be working inside but any payments for bills need to be put in the drop box outside the door. Please put in the exact amount of payment if paying in cash as change will not be available. If there is any other City business that you might need please call the city at 816-297-2659 and the Clerks will do the best to assist. In addition, the Taxi service will be shut down until further notice.