Obituary - Robin Bartholomew

Robin Bartholomew, 49 of Drexel, passed away August 3, 2020. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, August 8, 2020 at Drexel First Baptist Church with Rev. Steven Donnelly officiating. 

Visitation will be Friday evening from 6-8 PM at the Mullinax Funeral Home - Drexel Chapel (660) 679-0009. 

Burial will follow services in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Drexel First Baptist Church or Drexel FFA. Memories and messages for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com


A complete obituary will be published as it becomes available.

News from the Butler R-5 School District

Due to things beyond our control, Butler will not be having a elementary youth volleyball season this year. 

Due to COVID-19, we are unable to have access to the school for practices or games. 

We know that our administration is doing everything possible to keep our kids safe this school year and the decisions don’t come easily. We look forward to being back next season!

From Bates County Clerk Marlene Wainscott

From the Clerk's office Facebook page earlier today

"Way to go Bates County voters, 34.64% turnout. Thanks to all involved! I appreciate the Election judges, my Election team, those who set up and tear down the precincts, my staff, and the media coverage by Mid America Live and Kmam Kmoe radio station on Election night. See you in November!"

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Perseid Meteor Shower Peak Coming Up

In one week, the Perseids will be at their peak. The last time I viewed these, I saw a green meteor streak across the sky...so cool! If you don't want to chance the weather, this event is active now through Aug 26th. The meteors per hour rate will just be lower compared to the peak period.

Vernon County Primary Election Results 8/4/20

Vernon County Unofficial Primary Election Results for contested county offices....

Sheriff (Republican)
Mosher - 2,216
Johnson - 2,067

No challenger in November General Election

Northern Commissioner (Republican)
Thompson - 945
Claspill - 835

Thompson will face Democrat Neal Gerster in November who was unopposed in Primary

Southern Commissioner (Republican)
Wolfe - 1,488
Melton - 876

Wolfe unopposed in November

Public Administrator (Republican)
Westerhold - 2,201
Dawn - 1,058
Beatty - 863

Westerhold unopposed in November
Votes will be canvassed later this week before being made official.

Courtesy of 2020 Harbit Communications, Inc. KNEM/KNMO-FM Radio

Archie R-V School District is currently accepting applications for a Pre-School Teachers Aid

Archie R-V School District is currently accepting applications for a Pre-School Teachers Aid.

Full Time Position
7:50 am – 3:28 pm Monday – Friday
$10.37 per hour 

Qualifications: Minimum of 60 college credit hours from an accredited college or university. 

Job Description: It is the responsibility of the Paraprofessional (Preschool Teacher Aide) to assist and aide the lead teacher in all day-to-day activities of the preschool. 

The Paraprofessional (Preschool Teacher Aide) must meet all educational requirements. The teaching assistant is to work under the supervision of the lead teacher and implement the curriculum, follow behavior management techniques as set forth by the center, and generally assist the students in their learning process. The teaching assistant is expected to interact with parents and students in a positive manner. 

This position has the potential for an extra duty stipend. 

A link to our support staff application is below. Applications may be scanned and e-mailed, dropped off at the central office or mailed to Archie School District.

Attn: Tamara Stroud, 302 W State Rt. A, Archie, MO 64725
http://archie.k12.mo.us/…/File/migr…/district/noncerta_1.PDF

Contact
Mrs. Tamara Stroud
Elementary Principal
Archie School District
tstroud@archie.k12.mo.us

Obituary - Lawrence Ray Littlejohn

Lawrence "Larry" Ray Littlejohn, age 53 of Clinton, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A Celebration of Life will he held August 30 with a talent show at Allen Street Baptist Church. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Lawrence Littlejohn Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the funeral home. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Larry was born July 13, 1976 to Kenneth and Judy (Harrelson) Littlejohn. Larry worked at a young age as an upholstery hand, then as a CNA and finally at Rival until they closed down.

Larry is preceded in death by his mother, Judy (Harrelson) Littlejohn.

Larry is survived by his wife, Angela (Beaver) Littlejohn, father, Kenneth Littlejohn, siblings, Janice Rothgeb, Laurie Yates, Mendy Hurst, and Kenny Littlejohn, along with many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton. Services are pending.