Stolen tractor and baler found in Linn county, Kansas

Early this week it was discovered that a John Deere tractor and hay baler owned by Nieder Farms of Amsterdam were missing from a location near Amoret and the search was on. While it was thought that someone may have simply 'went for a joy ride', it appears those responsible may be part of an widely organized effort.

According to information provided by Linn County Sheriff Kevin Friend, deputies were attempting to serve an arrest warrant on June 28th in the 17000 block of 1825 Terr. in LaCygne and not able to locate the subject; but the homeowner allowed them to search the property, a 10 acre parcel. In a wooded area they discovered the tractor and baler stolen from Bates county, which was seized and returned to the Nieder's.

Also found on the property was an aluminum trailer missing the VIN number and it had been partially disassembled. Further investigation indicated the trailer had been stolen from Franklin county, Kansas. 

Yet another trailer was located that was missing identification numbers, which turned out to be stolen from Lee's Summit, Mo.

Sheriff Friend advises everyone to be diligent, lock up and try to keep equipment out of sight whenever possible. The investigation is ongoing and more information will be provided as it becomes available. 

   

   

 

78th Annual Diehl Family Reunion

“The 78th Annual Diehl Family reunion will be on Sunday August 6th @ 1pm at Community First Bank. 915 West Ft Scott St. Butler Mo “

Obituary - Tina Louise Eisenbeiss

Tina Louise Eisenbeiss, 51, of Nevada, Missouri passed away June 24, 2023. Tina was born July 7, 1971 in Quincy, Illinois. Tina was adopted by William and Linda Eisenbeiss on July 11, 1971.

Tina was preceded in death by her grandad and grandma Smith; grandma and grandpa Eisenbeis; mother, Linda; sisters, Gina Resz & Susan Eisenbeiss; and brothers, Steve and Joe Eisenbeiss. 

She is survived by her children Phillip Eisenbeiss, Phillip’s wife Jossie Eisenbeiss, Douglas Bradler, and Courtney Weeks with grandchildren Phillip (Bradley), Laurana, Veltan, Keigan, Kyrin, Zayde, Jossie, Ezekiel, Luke, and Ayla.

She is survived by her twin sister’s children, Kelsey Eisenbeiss, Erica Ramsey, Joseph Resz, Jesse Resz, Darcy Selfridge, and Darcy’s husband Jesus Selfridge, with 13 grandchildren she considered her own. She is survived by her father, William Eisenbeiss; sisters, Jackie, Jenny, Candy, and Shandi; sister-in-law Brenna; and many more biological and adopted brothers, sisters, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She was a very passionate reader and a CNA most of her life because she loved to help people. She was practically everyone’s mom that met her. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her and knew what kind of person she was.

Butler man arrested on warrants

On Thursday June 29th around 8:58 p.m. the Butler Police Department arrested 19 year old Kac Keith Cooper of Butler.

Mr. Cooper was arrested for failure to appear in court on the following warrants.

1.) Operating a vehicle without a proper license -1st Offense 2.) Trespassing 3.) Possession of drug paraphernalia.

Kac Cooper was booked into the Bates County Jail and he is currently listed as bondable. 

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.

Two escape serious injury after striking deer in the roadway

On Thursday June 29th around 6:56 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to a one vehicle accident on Missouri 52 Highway just west of Route BB.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the eastbound 2018 GMC Terrain driven by 31 year old Chelsey L. Cates of Adrian struck a deer in the roadway.

A passenger in the vehicle identified as a 11 year old juvenile female sustained minor injuries and she was taken by private vehicle to Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler for treatment.

The GMC sustained moderate damages and was towed from the scene of this crash by a private tow.

View crash report below:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230344918

Pleasanton Kansas man seriously injured in Thursday morning crash

On Thursday June 29th the Kansas State Highway Patrol along with Linn County Kansas Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle accident around 8 miles west of LaCygne, Kansas on 2100 Road and Iliff Road .

The Kansas State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when westbound 2007 Ford Focus driven by 22 year old Bradley D. Coker of Pleasanton, Kansas traveled off the roadway and into the north ditch hitting a group of trees.

Mr. Coker sustained serious injuries and he was transported to The University of Kansas Medical Center for treatment.

View crash report below:

https://www.kansas.gov/khp-crashlogs/search/viewDetail/2023-006865

Play Ball!!!

Butler Parks and Recreation will host signups for the summer CoEd Softball Leagues! 

The 1st 6 teams to signup and pay the $20 dollar deposit by July 17th will qualify for the league. 

Butler CoEd Softball league games will be played on Thursday evenings starting on Thursday July 20th.

For more information contact Scott Bitner at 660-200-5664. 

50 year pin

J.T. Sparks, a frequent visitor to Butler Lodge #254, was awarded his 50 year pin at his home lodge, Ada Lodge #444 in Orrick, Missouri.

Congratulations J.T.!!!