Help wanted in Butler

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NO experience necessary. Must be able meet locally in Butler. 50 hours per week, weather permitting. 

If interested, TEXT name and info to 620-474-6413.

Nevada man hurt in Vernon County rollover crash

On July 7th around 1:45 a.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Vernon County along with Vernon County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle rollover accident on BB Highway around 2 miles south of Nevada.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the southbound 2016 Subaru Legacy driven by 38 year old Edward A. Robinson of Nevada, Missouri ran off the roadway and overturned.

Edward A. Robinson sustained minor injuries and he was transported to Nevada Regional Medical Center for treatment. The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene of this accident by TCB Wrecker of Nevada. 

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230362568

Isolated Showers and Thunderstorms

Scattered showers with an isolated thunderstorm linger through the morning hours. Another round of scattered showers and storms is anticipated late this afternoon into evening. 

Gusty winds and heavy downpours are possible. Severe weather potential remains marginal.

Two vehicle accident in Barton County

On Thursday July 6th around 1:22 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol on Barton County along with Barton County Sheriff's Deputies and the Lamar Fire Department responded to a two vehicle accident at Route C and Route A around 8 miles northeast of Lamar.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the southbound 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 driven by 82 year old Michael R. Conway of Friestatt, Missouri failed to stop at a stop sign and struck a eastbound 2020 Lincoln Nautilus driven by 59 year old Michelle L. Johnson of Kearney, Nebraska.

Mr. Conway sustained serious injuries and was air lifted to Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri for treatment. 

Michelle R. Johnson sustained moderate injuries and she was transported by private vehicle to Cox Hospital in Lamar.

Both vehicles received extensive damages and both was towed from the scene of this crash by Parks Towing of Lamar. 

View crash report below:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230361532

Butler Parks and Recreation CoEd Softball League!

 

Structure fire in rural Adrian

The Adrian Fire Department along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies are on scene of a structure fire in the area of CR 13002 and CR 3001 on the southside of the roadway.

The fire was said to be out before crews arrived on scene. They will remain on scene for awhile longer checking for hazards.

Mid America Live News will update when we know more about this incident. 

Clinton man seriously injured in Cass County crash

On Thursday July 6th around 6:11 a.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a two vehicle accident at Northbound 7 Highway just north of Clinton Road in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the northbound 2015 Peterbilt driven by 71 year old Stanley R. Bailey of Macon, Missouri entered the roadway and was accelerating to highway speed when he overtook and struck the rear of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta driven by 21 year old Chevy S. Renfro of Clinton, Missouri.

Chevy S. Renfro sustained serious injuries in this accident and he was transported by Life Flight Eagle 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=230360736

Bates County Fair Kickin’ Chicken Dinner on Wednesday, July 12th

The Public is invited to attend the Bates County Fair Board Kickin’ Chicken Dinner by Robert Perryman. The meal will be served from 5 pm until 7:30 pm or when the food runs out.

Meal tickets may be purchased in advance for $12.00 or at the door the night of the event for $15.00. Advance tickets may be purchased from the Queen Candidates or by calling 660-227-1257.

The Kickin’ Chicken Dinner includes 2 pieces of chicken, sides, drink, and dessert. The funds raised at this event will go towards the weekly operations for the fair and improvements to the fairgrounds.

Bates County Fair Kicking’ Chicken Dinner on Wednesday, July 12th at the Bingo building with dine-in or carry-out available.