Thank you

On behalf of everyone in the Miami School District who has participated in the Coat for Kids Program sponsored by Carol Ann Winburn in memory of Larry Winburn, and all Bates County patrons who have given donations, we wish to extend our sincere gratitude for all of the charitable contributions that have benefited our students over the years. What a gift! We love and appreciate you!

Adrian Cub Scout Pack 238 Pancake Breakfast

PANCAKE BREAKFAST - Saturday, March 19, 6 to 10 a.m., Adrian Optimist Bldg. Serving pancakes, sausage, coffee / juice / milk. Adults $7; ages 5-10 $5; age 4-under free. 

Sponsored by Adrian Cub Scout Pack 238. Proceeds fund upcoming summer camp fees. To-go breakfast available. Thank you for your support!

Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop A Announces Promotions

Captain Steven V. Wilhoit, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the following promotions effective March 1, 2022.

Trooper Brian R. Peters is being promoted to the rank of corporal and will remain in his current assignment as a motorcycle officer assigned to Zone 17, Troop A’s Special Enforcement Zone. Peters was appointed to the Missouri State Highway Patrol on July 1, 2010, as a member of the 92nd Recruit Class. After graduating from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy, he was assigned to Troop A, Zone 12, Johnson County. On November 1, 2015, Peters transferred to Zone 11, serving Cass County. On August 1, 2019, he transferred to Zone 17, as a motorcycle officer within Troop A’s Special Enforcement Zone.

Corporal Peters was born in Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from Belton High School, in Belton, Missouri, in 2006. Before joining the Patrol, he earned a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Missouri. Corporal Peters is married and has two children.

Trooper Weston T. Smith is being promoted to the rank of corporal and will be designated as the assistant zone commander in Zone 12, serving Johnson County. Smith was appointed to the Missouri State Highway Patrol on January 1, 2017, as a member of the 104th Recruit Class. After graduating from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy, he was assigned to Troop A, Zone 12, Johnson County.

Corporal Smith was born in Springfield, Missouri. He graduated from Nixa High School, in Nixa, Missouri, in 2012. Before joining the Patrol, he earned a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice from the Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, Missouri. Corporal Smith is married to Kaylene (Jones) Smith.

Too many people die in traffic crashes each year in Missouri. The choices you make when you’re behind the wheel matter. Make good choices, so you’ll never have to say, “If I could just go back …”

Happy Retirement Rick and Sandy

Congratulations on your retirement from the Cass County Sheriff's Office Rick and Sandy Lewis! Best wishes on your retirement! Pictured below with Cass County Sheriff Jeff Weber

10th Annual Amsterdam St. Patrick's Day Parade

 

5-Day Forecast looks awesome!

Not sure about you all, but we're feeling pretty giddy about this forecast! Get outside and enjoy!

Butler Elementary Kindergarten Screenings

 

BCMH: Happy Retirement Delores!

After 13 years of dedicated service to Bates County Memorial Hospital, Delores Shannon retired on November 30, 2021. Delores began her employment as a registration clerk with the Adrian Family Care Clinic in 2009, and worked there for the duration of her time with BCMH.

Delores has always been pleasant to work with and treats all patients with dignity and respect. Her career in health care, a total of 44 years, began in 1978 when she went to work for Dr. Long’s clinic.

She said she had no intention of working at that time, but Dr. Long asked her if she wanted a part time job to “get away from those guys at the ranch.” Delores and her husband Denny (now a retired rancher) live in Drexel, Missouri.

They have a daughter, two sons, nine grandchildren, four step grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and four step great grandchildren. She is excited about retirement and to have the time to travel.

“I have made many friends during my hears at the clinics,” Delores said. “All my coworkers have been the best! They will be missed.” Delores was honored with a beautiful clock, presented by Greg Weaver, Chief Executive Officer.