Slight risk of severe storms late this evening

Good morning. Should be a rather quiet, summer-like, day across the region before another chance for thunderstorms later this evening and overnight.

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting of Scooter's Coffee in Belton

We would like to congratulate the owners Jack and David and to the whole Scooter's Coffee team on your Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting today!

Welcome to Belton and we hope you have a very long and successful journey here in Belton! Thank you for your support of the Belton Chamber and the community - we appreciate you and look forward to working together.

City of Belton, MO, Government Norman Larkey - Belton Mayor and Belton Chamber Vice President Chris Hagan 2A Marketing presented a Certificate of Recognition, the ribbon was cut and there were lots of complimentary Scooter’s drinks for guests.

Located at 211 E North Ave, Belton, MO

Thank You!

Thank you to Danny and Jenny Wainscott and Travis Vanvoorst for supporting the Bates County Fair and buying are premiums for our pigs.

Thank You
Dara Ramage
Danny Ramage

Obituary - John Michael Bryant

John Michael Bryant, 61, passed away at his rural St. Clair County home on July 28, 2023, with family at his side.

John was born April 29, 1962, in Kansas City, Missouri, to John Roger Bryant and JoAnne Elaine (Hoffman) Bryant. He graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest High School. He served in the US Marines for two years. He worked in residential construction, and as a line cook / waiter in different restaurants over the years. He was proud to have worked with some prestigious chefs as well. John loved rock and roll music and played the guitar himself.

John was a traveler. He lived in North Carolina and multiple areas around Kansas City. He never really cared much about physical positions or possessions but had everything that was important to him. John loved working in the outdoors, he was never much of an office worker kind of individual. John loved his family more than he could ever express in words. John MAY not have had a wife and kids, but he touched many lives during his journey through life.

John is survived by his sisters, Susan Keister, and Patricia “Trish” (Vince) Peyton; 4 nieces, 4 nephews, 6 great nieces, and 3 great nephews; as well as many other family and friends.

He was preceded by his parents, John Roger and JoAnne Elaine Bryant; brother in law, Roy Keister; and niece, Ashley.

No Services Pending.

Challenges for Rural Hospitals Discussed with 125th District Rep. Dane Diehl

Challenges for Rural Hospitals Discussed with Rep. Dane Diehl

Missouri State Representative and Bates County resident Dane Diehl (District 125th) accepted an invitation to visit with management team members at Bates County Memorial Hospital this Wednesday.

During a tour of the hospital, the state representative listened to staff members’ concerns and questions about the possibility of aid or support at the state level for funding, as well as policy changes that would help our rural hospital thrive and continue to offer top quality services to our community.

Many thanks to Dane Diehl for taking the time to visit BCMH, for listening with empathy and sharing insight and encouragement.

Obituary - Patricia Jean Clary

Patricia Jean Clary, 75, passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at Overland Park Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Overland Park, KS. No services are scheduled at this time.

Pat was born on August 27, 1947 in Seattle, WA, to Leonard and Shirley Judd. She grew up in the Seattle area before relocating to Olathe, KS. She ended up meeting the love of her life, Richard Clary, in Olathe, and they eventually were married on October 6, 1967; and together they raised their four children: Brian, Joseph, Debbie, and Tammi.

Pat was best known for her love of her family. She spent her career staying home and taking care of her children and their home. Later, she enjoyed taking care of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as she loved her ever growing family. In her free time, she enjoyed soap operas and going dancing with her daughters.

Pat is preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Terry Judd; and her sister, Elizabeth Judd. Pat is survived by her husband, Richard; her children: Brian Couch, Joseph (Theresa) Clary, Debbie (Eric) Mulford, and Tammi (Kurt) Whirley; 7 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; her brother, Frosty Judd; and her sister, Sandra Brown.

Regarding Willie...

 

As you may be aware, we play a game of hiding Willie Wiredhand, famous rural electrification icon in the News-Shopper each week and the first person to find him wins a prize. However, this week, due to super dark printing he was hidden better than usual. This photo notes where he is in a photo on page 8. All things considered, we decided to award the prize to the first person who notified us they had poured over the pages for hours and was unable to determine his whereabouts. All said, he'll be much more visible next week!

You're invited

 

Join us for music, praise and a message from Linda Sturdevant at the gazebo on the Butler square at 7 pm, August 4, 2023. She will speak on "The coming of the Lord, are you ready?" as well as live music and more. Free event, the public is highly encouraged to attend.