Ballard R-II School District awarded safety grant

The Ballard R-II School District has been awarded the MO DESE State Safety Grant. 

We will be upgrading the security of Ballard over the next few months.

Thank you to the State of Missouri for supporting our building safety.

From the desk of Bates County Sheriff Chad Anderson

On 10/31/2023 Members of the Bates County Sheriff's Office will be out in force to help make Halloween safe for all participants.

Deputies will be giving candy out at each trunk or treat throughout the community. Along with participating in the area's trunk or treats additional deputies will be out in force to ensure that all our registered sex offenders are compliant with RSMo 589.426. Every Sex Offender signed and acknowledged RSMo 589.426 when they registered in Bates County.

 
The form they sign states, "I understand that I am to avoid all Halloween related contact with Children and remain inside my residence between 5pm and 10:30pm on Halloween unless there is just cause to leave. 

I am required to post a sign stating, ' No candy or treats at this residence' and leave all outside residential lighting off after 5pm." Failure to comply with the offender registration requirements is a criminal offense.

For anyone not in compliance, a criminal complaint will be filed with the Prosecutor's Office in regards to the requirements in RSMo. 589.426

BCMH says thank you

Sending high fives, hugs, kudos and our deepest thanks to everyone who helped us raise $734.70 through the purchase of BCMH Cares shirts this year! Together, we have made a difference to women in our community who can't afford annual mammogram screenings.

Thank you for caring as much as we do about helping the women around us have more accessibility to these important services and a fighting chance against breast cancer.

Learn more about the BCMH Cares Mammogram Fund: https://www.bcmhospital.com/bcmh-cares/ or talk to a BCMH Patient Benefits Advisor: 660-200-2370

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A visit to the fire station

The Archie Parents as Teachers program visited the Archie Fire Station to celebrate Fire Safety Month in October. 

The children were able to tour the fire station, learn about the equipment and meet the firemen. 

The Parents as Teachers program is offered to all children in Archie who aren't yet in Kindergarten. Join today by calling 293-5312 ext. 322 or emailing kreynolds@archie.k12.mo.us.

Hard freeze next few mornings

Very chilly temperatures expected the next couple mornings. Near record temperatures are possible Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.

Butler man injured in motorcycle accident

On Monday October 30th around 2:40 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies and Montrose Fire responded to a one vehicle motorcycle accident on H Highway just west of BB Highway.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the westbound 2013 Harley Davidson Special driven by 45 year old Robert C. Gabriel of Butler, Missouri traveled through a curve off the right side of the roadway and overturned.

Robert C. Gabriel sustained moderate injuries and he was transported by Bates County EMS to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230581781

Life-Saving Award Issued to Deputy, Police Officer, and Dispatchers in Vernon County

Life-Saving Award Issued to Deputy, Police Officer, and Dispatchers in Vernon County ...

Four life-saver awards were issued by Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher as the result of an incident that took place on August 20, 2023, involving a motor vehicle accident.

 
According to Mosher, multiple agencies were dispatched to a report of a possible motor vehicle accident on I-49 North of Nevada. After multiple agencies responded and searched, no vehicle could be found. 

A short time later, dispatch advised they were on the phone with the victim who stated they were in some trees but did not know the exact location.

Deputy Foster with the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office along with Officer Gish with the Nevada Police Department continued to search for the vehicle with the assistance of two dispatchers with the Sheriff’s Office who were tracing the phone call. 

After more than an hour of searching, the vehicle was located in a wooded area off I-49 with a female victim trapped inside. Additional units were dispatched, and the victim was transferred to the hospital.

The Sheriff said he would like to congratulate each of the four people receiving the award and thank them for their hard work and dedication to the citizens of Vernon County.

Pictured top to bottom: Dispatcher Jadean Highley, Chief Deputy Travis Cole, Sheriff Jason Mosher, Deputy Tristen Foster, Nevada Police Officer Calvin Gish, and Nevada Police Captain Josh Westerhold. The fourth dispatcher wishes to remain anonymous.

Obituary - William "Bill" Frank Ryan, Sr.

William Frank Ryan, Sr., 85, of Nevada, peacefully passed away at his home on Thursday, October 26, 2023 with his son, John Ryan, and daughter, Susan Ross, by his side. Bill was born in Paris, KY, on December 10, 1937 to Joseph Francis Ryan and Gertrude (Maher) Ryan.

After the passing of his wife, Bill’s father, Joseph moved his family to Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is where Bill met the love of his life, Peggy Lou Plant. Bill worked in factories both setting them up and maintaining them. His first job was at a chip factory, Red Seal in Colorado Springs. Bill and Peggy eloped to Raton, New Mexico, May 23, 1959. Bill was a hard worker and could fix anything. He worked hard to provide for his family. He lost his beloved Peggy in 1995. After losing her and living in Texas, he followed his brother, Bobby Ryan to Nevada, Missouri. He has lived in the area for over 18 years. Bill attended the Assembly of God Church in Nevada, MO.

Bill was preceded in death by his loving wife, Peggy Lou Ryan; his sister, Mary Bruner; brothers, Joseph Ryan (Katherine), and Robert Ryan (Rosemary). Survivors include his four children, Lou Ellen Acosta (Ralph), Austin TX, John Ryan, Nevada, MO, William Frank Ryan, Jr., Colorado Springs, CO, and Susan Ross (Charles), Colorado Springs, CO; 7 grandchildren, Katie, Audrey, Matthew, Ana, Joshua, Thomas, and Mckenna; 8 great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, with Pastor Charles Ross officiating.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.