Butler Bears host a 10 team all girls wrestling scramble

The Butler Junior High Wrestling Team hosted 10 teams for an all girls scramble tonight.

Results
Alayna Alkire-0-2.
Elizabeth Bedwell-0-2.
Riley Bordelon-1-1.
Raylynn Bowers-1-1.
Addy Cochran-2-0.
Mikayla Combs-Gipson-0-2.
Brooklyn Conger-2-0.
Catherine Cook-2-0.
Emma Dixon-1-1.
Addy Kuda-1-1.
Breanne Mallatt-2-0.
Brittany Mallatt-1-1.
Ariel O’Connell-1-1.

We lost some close ones that we will win with more experience. I am super proud of every wrestler.

Next up is an all girls scramble at Belton on Thursday. Start time is 3:30PM

Location: Belton High School.

Courtesy of Coach Dixon

Butler Bears Boys Basketball gets the win tonight in the first round of the Warsaw Tournament

The Butler Bears Boys Basketball team moved to 2-0 tonight with a 65-53 victory tonight over Clinton in the first round of the Warsaw Tournament.

Butler was led by seniors Carter Trumbore who had 34 points while Dylan Davidson out in 18 points.

The bears will now take on Cole Camp on Thursday.

Way to go Bears!!!

Obituary - Donna Jean Schmidt

Donna Jean (Martin) Schmidt, 76 of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023 at home in Harrisonville, surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, December 1, 2023 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Harrisonville, Missouri. Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM on Thursday, November 30, 2023, with a Rosary Service at 7:00 pm, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

Donna was born January 12, 1947 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kansas City, Kansas, a daughter of Roy James and Ruth Evelyn (Oliphant) Martin. Donna grew up in Cleveland, MO, and was a 1964 graduate of Cass Midway High School, also in Cleveland, MO. She lived in Archie, MO, for 30 years before moving to Harrisonville. Donna was united in marriage to Robert Lewis Schmidt on January 23, 1965 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Harrisonville. To this union, two children were born: Sandy (Schmidt) Wurst and Jennifer Lynn Schmidt.

Donna’s first job out of high school was with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Insurance Company. She later entered the banking business where was the worked for Citizens National Bank, Commerce Bank and finally the Archie State Bank. She took some time off to care for her family and drove a school bus part-time to keep herself busy. Donna’s last post was becoming the Deputy Collector for the Cass County Missouri Collectors Office in Harrisonville for 23 years. Over the years, Donna developed numerous relationships and enjoyed working with the public. She enjoyed being involved with her community as much as possible.

Upon retirement in 2012, Donna gave of her time to various volunteer opportunities. She served as a volunteer for the gift shop at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville and was a member of the VFW Post 4409 Ladies Auxiliary. Donna also volunteered at a local Bar-B-Que contest as a judge and became hooked. She went on to earn her KC Master level Bar-B-Que judge status and traveled frequently to contests around the state. Donna was also a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Harrisonville.

Donna was the matriarch of the family; spending time with family was important, and she strived to get together as often as possible. Weekend trips to the lake, family vacations or just an informal meeting for eating and social gathering. She loved her grandchildren and made every effort to attend as many of their activities as possible. Her passion and joy for her family was evident when she had the chance to share with others how proud she was of their accomplishments.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Roy James and Ruth Evelyn (Oliphant) Martin. She is survived by her husband, Robert Schmidt, Harrisonville, MO; two daughters: Sandy and her husband, Jon Wurst, Aurora, Colorado; and Jennifer Schmidt, Harrisonville, MO; a sister, Shirley Ray, Harrisonville, MO; and three grandchildren: Christian Sipple, Harley Sipple, and Brandan Wurst.

Obituary - Jessie Bailey

On November 20, 2023 Jessie Bailey passed away peacefully at her home from a short term illness. She was 88 years old.

She was born in Butler, Missouri, to Wes and Juanita Miller. Her childhood was spent not only as a town kid, but a country kid as well. She loved her time in the country with her Uncle Myrle and Aunt Philena Kennedy. 

She graduated from Butler High School in 1953 where she was a star basketball player. She remained a lifelong member of the Butler High School Alumna Association and continued her friendships with her school mates throughout her lifetime. After graduating she attended college at what is now UCM at Warrensburg, MO.

In 1969 she married Les Bailey and moved to Harrisonville, MO. where she became an active part of the community. She worked alongside him at their business as well as served as alderman for her district, was a member of the local chapter of BPW (Business Professional Women Foundation), a member of the Youth Building Committee, and active through her work with the Chamber of Commerce.

Jessie had a very outgoing personality and didn't know a stranger. She will be greatly missed by not only family but many, many friends from both communities in which she was active.

Jessie is preceded in death by her husband Les, daughter Julianna Callahan, parents Wes and Juanita Miller, brother Bud Miller, and sister Norma Miller and many close friends. She is survived by her daughter Melissa (Morris) Jeffries, son Miller (Alicia) Callahan, 16 grandchildren,13 great grandchildren, 1 niece and 1 nephew.

Cremation was done by Complete Cremation. A private family service will be held in the summer.

In Lieu of flowers please make donations to the Harrisonville Animal Shelter in respect for her love of her pets.

Fire this morning at Harrisonville Applebee's Restaurant

This morning the Harrisonville Fire Department Crews responded to a structure fire in the 2400 block of Rock Haven Road (Applebee’s).

Crews say the fire originated in the kitchen. No injuries were reported.

The restaurant will be closed until further notice.

Teaming up to help out with letter jackets

The Clinton Police Officers Association has teamed up with the local OakStar Bank to purchase some letter jackets for the Clinton High School.

High Schoolers putting forth the extra effort to obtain a letter, whether it be in sports, academics, or other, and not being able to obtain the funds to purchase the jacket, now might be able to receive one. The jackets will not be available for a few months due to shipping.

The Clinton High School will be the eyes and ears and distribute the jackets accordingly. We hope to continue this donation on an annual basis to help as many deserving Clinton youth as possible. Go Cardinals!!!

Breezy & Brisk, Gradual Warmth

A wide range of temperatures expected across the region the next couple of days. Today, areas north of I-70 remain in the mid to upper 30s while south of I-70 reaches the mid 40s. 

Winds become gusty this afternoon ~20-25 MPH. Rain returns THU afternoon through early FRI morning.

Duck hunter rescued in Kansas

Kansas State Game Warden Falls responded Sunday evening to the Marais des Cygnes Wildlife Area to locate and rescue a duck hunter, who was suffering from hypothermia and going into shock. 

After being recovered, the hunter was transported by EMS to the hospital for further treatment.