A day that we will never forget

March 6, 2018 was a tragic day for the Clinton Police Department, when Officer Ryan Morton was shot and killed, along with two other officers being shot. This tragedy shook this community as well as the family and friends of Ryan. We miss him every day.

But, on this day, we choose to remember Ryan's life and how he lived it!! For those that knew him, he was the life of the party and never short on sharing a story or two..... or three!!

The picture posted sums this up. Each and every day we at the Clinton Police Department have vowed to be a little better than we were the day before, both in our work life and personal life. This is what Ryan would want....

For all of us to move forward and be the best version of us we can be. We can not express enough appreciation to this community that has supported us through the tragedies we have faced. We couldn't have done it without you!!

MDC reminds snaggers that paddlefish season begins March 15th

MDC reminds snaggers that paddlefish season begins March 15

Paddlefish snagging waters include Lake of the Ozarks, Truman Reservoir, Table Rock Lake.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Imagine catching a giant, prehistoric fish whose ancestors swam during the time of dinosaurs. That is a reality for thousands of paddlefish snaggers during Missouri’s annual spring paddlefish snagging season. Paddlefish -- named for their large, paddle-shaped snouts -- are an ancient species that can grow to seven feet and weight more than 100 pounds.

According to MDC, the state’s major paddlefish snagging waters include Lake of the Ozarks, Harry S. Truman Reservoir, and Table Rock Lake.

The paddlefish snagging season for these and most other waters in the state runs March 15 through April 30. The season for the Mississippi River is March 15 through May 15 with a fall season of Sept. 15 through Dec. 15.

A fishing permit is required, unless exempt. The daily limit is two paddlefish, and the possession limit is four. No person shall continue to snag after taking a daily limit of two paddlefish.

The statewide minimum length limit is 32 inches -- measured from eye to fork of tail – with a minimum length limit of 34 inches for Lake of the Ozarks, Table Rock Lake, Harry S. Truman Reservoir, and their tributaries.

All paddlefish under the legal minimum length must be returned to the water unharmed immediately after being caught. MDC offers these tips for returning undersized fish:

Use landing nets, not gaffs, which can kill young fish.

Wet hands before handling fish and avoid excessive handling.
Never put fingers in the gills or eyes.

Remove hooks carefully and get undersized fish back into the water as quickly as possible.

Extracted paddlefish eggs may not be possessed while on waters of the state or adjacent banks and may not be transported. Paddlefish eggs may not be bought, sold, or offered for sale.

Learn more about paddlefish, snagging regulations, snagging reports, and more at mdc.mo.gov/fishing/species/paddlefish

Iceberg Shaved Ice Permanently Closed

Everything in life has its reason. We are accepting the fact that our recent loss has its reason as well. With that, we have opted NOT to reopen the business. 

We are going to explore other options this year and help boost other small businesses in the area. More than likely, you will see us out at all the events locally.

We cannot thank you all enough for your support over the last few years.

The Taylor's - Iceberg Shaved Ice 

https://www.facebook.com/IcebergShavedIce2019

Crescent Hill Cemetery Notice

 

Way to go team!

Congratulations to the Butler High School Readers Theater group for placing 3rd at Districts! 

Emma Elles, Zedrick Hamersley, Collin Core, Lane Gregory, Connor McCrary, Gabriella Vandenburg, Reana VanVoorst, Kathryn McElwain, Madison Kennedy, Wyatt Heckadon, Skilyn Roberts, and Christopher Schade

Archie teen seriously injured in Harrisonville motorcycle crash

On March 5th around 1:10 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a two vehicle crash on S. Brookhart Drive just north of S. Commercial Street in Harrisonville.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred as the northbound 2023 Kawasaki Z900 Motorcycle driven by 19 year old Zane R. Swan of Archie, Missouri was passing other vehicles at a high rate of speed when he struck the 1994 Chevrolet driven by 74 year old Marvin R. Meads of Harrisonville as it was making a left hand turn.

Zane R. Swan sustained serious injuries in this accident and he was transported by ambulance to Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri for treatment.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230117697

City of Butler and Countywide Disposal Trash Amnesty Day

On the first Tuesday of each month Countywide Disposal will hold an Amnesty Day inside the city limits of Butler that allows ONE bulk item to be picked up per household at no additional charge.

Bulk items are defined as: excess household trash, mattresses, box springs, bicycles, large toys, car seats, grills (no propane tanks or hot ashes), furniture fixtures (no fluorescent lights), sofas, chairs, tables, etc.

If you have more than one bulk item or do not want to wait until Amnesty Day, please call the Countywide office for a quote to get it picked up.

Way to go Skilyn!

Congratulations to Butler R-5 High School District Champion in Poetry, Skilyn Roberts! She will be advancing to the State Tournament in April!