MDC offers free Father’s Day fishing event June 18 at Warsaw

Paint plastic crankbaits and fish with them at Lost Valley Fish Hatchery pond

Warsaw, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation will offer a free Father’s Day fishing event from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, at the Lost Valley Fish Hatchery at Warsaw. Participants will have a chance to hand paint some plastic crankbaits provided by MDC, and they can go fishing at the hatchery education pond. Experienced anglers and newcomers to fishing are all welcome. Space is limited.

“What better way to celebrate Father’s Day than to custom paint a crankbait and go fishing?” said Kara Entrop, MDC community education assistant.

MDC will provide all materials. Participants can also customize the crankbaits with 3D eyes and hooks. Everything will be provided for the lures and fishing. Anglers may also bring their own gear and any bait not carried in water. MDC staff and volunteers will also assist new anglers with casting, handling equipment, and handling fish. The fishing is catch and release. Individuals and families are welcome to attend.

This event is open to all ages. COVID-19 safety precautions will be observed. Registration is required, to register, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov/4iM. For more information or help with registration, contact Kara Entrop at 660-438- 4465, ext. 6402, or by email at Kara.Entrop@mdc.mo.gov.

Photo: MDC will offer a free Father’s Day fishing event from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. on June 18 at the Lost Valley Fish Hatchery. Participants will have a chance to paint and outfit plastic crankbaits and go fishing in the hatchery education pond.

Photo by Kara Entrop, Missouri Department of Conservation

Sunday's Severe Weather Outlook

Active weather is expected much of the upcoming week as rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected to roll through the region. Showers and thunderstorms are possible this morning into the afternoon, but are not expected to be severe.

A complex of storms is expected to develop across central Kansas and Nebraska this evening, moving into the region overnight. These storms could produce gusty winds, hail, and locally heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding.

Bates County Fair Princess Candidate Kayleighann Nichole Hudson

Bates County Fair Princess Candidate:

Hi, my name is Kayleighann Nichole Hudson, and I am running for Bates County Fair Princess. I am the daughter of Krystal Van Voorst and Billy Hudson.

I’m in the Summit- Go-Getters 4-H Club in Butler, MO. At the Bates County Fair, I am participating in photography and arts and crafts for the indoor exhibits. 

I also am participating in shooting sports and showing my calf in the Bobby Calf Class for Beef 1.

I look forward to meeting everyone and appreciate the opportunity.

25th Annual Kids and Cops Fishing Tournament in Miami County Kansas

The 25th Annual Kids and Cops Fishing Tournament in Miami County Kansas was dedicated in the memory of Gavin Kaiser, a participant, who tragically lost he life last year shortly after the tournament.

Gavin’s family participated this year, won trophies and were presented a banner like the photo in this post where this years participants were able to sign their name and leave a short message.

Thank you to the Miami County Sheriff's Office Cops For Tots volunteers who spend a large amount of time to make this tournament successful.

Thank you to everyone who donated to help with prizes and food to include the Jason Grandon Memorial, New Century Dodge Chrysler Jeep, Design 4 Sports - Paola, Price Chopper, Keaton Construction & Roofing and Walmart Paola. Thank you to the City of Paola for providing the location.

Congratulations to all the teams who won a trophy today!!
We had 108 teams sign up - that’s 216 participants!!

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Two vehicle accident in Rich Hill

On June 4th around 5:35 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies and Bates County EMS responded to a two vehicle accident at Route B northbound I-49 on ramp in the city of Rich Hill.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 1999 Ford Ranger driven by 22 year old Andrew T. Roberts of Rich Hill, Missouri stuck the 2013 Chrysler Town and Country driven by 51 year old Christina D. Alfredson of Fergus Falls, Minnesota as she attempted to make a left turn.

A passenger in the Chrysler 69 year old Diana L. Chapman of Butler, Missouri sustained moderate injuries and she was transported by ambulance to Bates County Memorial Hospital.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=220291702

Brick Street Bash goes on despite the rain

The rain didn't bother folks from coming out and supporting the Electric City Downtown Brick Street Bash Event that was held on the Butler Square today from 3pm-8pm.

Lots of cool cars and several awesome food trucks with great vendors making the evening fun for all.

We will have results from the Cornhole event and the car show when they are made available to us.

Please view some of the photos from this event:

2022 Bates County Fair Queen Candidate Lillian Rotert

Hello, my name is Lillian Rotert I am the daughter of Chris & Michelle Rotert. I am 16 years old and have been a Bates County resident my entire life. I attend Ballard R-II high school where I will be a junior this fall. 

I attended Butler Elementary until my family moved to Ballard at the beginning of second grade. I began my 4-H years as a Clover kid in the Summit Go-Getters 4-H until we moved. I then joined the Ballard 4-H Club where I have been an active member ever since.

I have held several offices over the years in the Ballard 4-H including Club Secretary my Sophomore year. I have also been an active member of the Ballard FFA and held office positions every year. As a Freshman, I was the Reporter, and then elected Secretary for both my sophomore and junior year.

In FFA I have competed on several contest teams including speech where I competed at the district level with division 2 sheep producers and livestock judging where my team competed this past spring at the state level. My many hobbies include volleyball, basketball, showing sheep, babysitting, feeding out bottle calves, and helping care for our family's cattle.

While showing sheep, I have had the opportunity to meet so many people at different shows. I show locally at the Bates County Fair, local jackpots, Ozark Empire Fair, Cass County Junior Livestock, and the Missouri State Fair. I have also had the opportunity to travel to Wyoming and Utah. I attended The National Columbia Show in Wyoming with some 4-H friends just to see if I enjoyed showing sheep.

I loved it! I helped other people show and was then gifted my first lamb that wound up starting it all! In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my friends, being with family, loving my animals, and camping. 

While running for Bates County Fair Queen, I have really enjoyed meeting new people while selling raffle tickets. I am honored by the support the community has shown. I also feel very loved and blessed by how many of my family and friends have been so willing to support me. Thank You!