Obituary - Glenda Bridgewater

Glenda Bridgewater, born on December 3, 1938, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024, at the age of 85. Glenda lived a life filled with love, laughter, and kindness. She was born in Pratt, Kansas, to Jack and Thelma Gossett and grew up in a close-knit family that shaped her values and character.

After graduating from high school, Glenda pursued her passion for education, completing a Bachelor's degree in Education from Baptist Bible School. Later in life, through hard work and determination, she achieved a Master's degree in Education from Missouri State University. This academic journey stood as a testament to her lifelong commitment to learning and personal growth. Professionally, Glenda was a beloved art teacher, deeply admired by her students. Her passion for creativity and artistic expression enriched the lives of countless individuals, leaving a lasting impact on her students' artistic journeys.

Glenda will be deeply missed by her loving family, including her son Jay Bridgewater, daughter Tricia Bridgewater, grandchildren Jeremy Bridgewater, Gabriel, and Melissa, Magen, Mary, and Trent Ingegneri, and her great-grandchildren, who loved her dearly. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and a passion for life that will continue to inspire and uplift others.

A memorial service to celebrate Glenda Bridgewater's life will be announced at a later date.

Though she may be gone, her spirit will live on in the hearts of those who loved her. Rest in peace, dear Mom, grandmother and friend; you will be forever remembered and cherished for your unwavering love, devotion to your family, and dedication to nurturing young minds through art education.

Obituary - George William Geesey

George William Geesey, 81, passed away March 16, 2024. Visitation will be 10AM, with services to follow at 10:45AM, Thursday, March 21 at Heart of Life Church, 96 Old Hwy 7, Garden City, Missouri; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Harvesters Food Network in Kansas City, Missouri. Additional information coming soon.

Amsterdam City Council had their special meeting on March 18th

The Amsterdam City Council had their special meeting on March 18, 2024.

Mayor Shane Gerleman called the meeting to order at 7:05 P.M. All council members were present except for John Menke. Present: Lonnie Cutshaw, Vicky Vail and Tony Lunde.

This meeting was called as Leona Hale has found a buyer for her convenience store. She has been wanting to sell and feels she has found the right people to take over.

In order for the sale to go through the city ordinance needed updated. Lonnie moved to repeal Section 5-3 (d) which states in short the owner, general and or managing partner or a principal officer, stockholder, etc. had to live in Bates County Missouri. Vicky 2nd the motion. All were in favor.

Lonnie also moved to repeal Section 5-3 (e) which forbids absentee ownership and or absentee managing control of a business granted a permit to do business under and per the provisions of the chapter. This motion was 2nd by Tony. All were in favor.

Mr. Richard Koehler (the city attorney) is making all necessary changes that are needed.

Leona, thank you so much for the 30 years you have given to us. You will be missed but you deserve the retirement. We hope you can enjoy every minute of it. She is selling the convenience store to Irshad Cheema and others of Crossland Investment Group, LLC.

We would like to welcome Irshad and Haroon to our city. They plan to take over the store in May. They are planning to make many changes to the store as well as putting in new pumps and fixing the driveway. They plan to hire local as well. They want to be a part of our community and help in any way they can. Best of luck to all.

Meeting adjourned at 7:45 P.M.

Easter Egg Hunt This Saturday In Foster

Reminder: Saturday, March 23rd,1:00pm, Easter egg hunt and visit from the Easter Bunny

all ages welcome! Foster park or Foster Community Building in the event of bad weather. Please share!

Today's forecast high temperatures

Much warmer today, with highs ranging from the mid 60s to around 70°. Breezy southwesterly winds this morning will relax by early afternoon. Cooler temperatures are expected for the remainder of the week, with rain chances returning late week into the weekend.

Structure fire last night in Nevada

On Monday March 18th around 10: 58 p.m. the Nevada Fire Department received a report of possible structure fire at 527 S. Adams Street. 

On arrival found heavy smoke on the front of the house amd fire showing through windows to the center of the home. Crews made entry and conducted rapid primary search with nothing found. 

Fire was brought uncontrol with in first 20 mins. Missouri State Fire marshal was called to assist with investigation, Cause is still under investigation at this time.

Owner: Geri Cochran
Renter : Jessica Baker
Address: 527 S Adams

Courtesy of Nevada Fire Chief Troy Denney

Butler Elementary School playground gets much needed makeover

What a busy weekend at the Butler Elementary School!!! We were able to expand the playground border and install the NEW playground equipment, as well as add new rubber mulch to the area! 

Big shout out to the Butler Lions Club for their large donation towards a piece of equipment earlier this year, that, in addition to our PTSO fundraising efforts, helped make this dream a reality for BES students.

Huge progress on the outdoor classroom! We have walls! And a roof!! A whole building! An outdoor classroom!! Now on to the final touches to the building to help bring it to life!! We hope you all love the red and black!!!

Last, but certainly not least, our sweet turtle that has seen many generations of kiddo's, also got a much needed facelift! We hate to announce names of our volunteers, as everything we do truly is a team effort, but to make these projects come to life and in such a timely manner, we want to show our utmost appreciation!! 

First and foremost, THANK YOU to Midwest Lumber and Davis Designs for so many donated materials, and so much time and labor. None of this would’ve been possible without you!

Our playground worker volunteers:
Paul Varns
Larry Burch
Vincente Perez
Patrick and Jamie Conger
Brandon and Brianne Golladay
Brian Waite
Johnny Stephens
Ryan Hooper
Myles Brattin
Amanda Davis
Haley Henderson

Obituary - Homer Dunn Stevenson

Homer Dunn Stevenson, age 89, of Raymore, Missouri passed away on March 11, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family.

A private inurnment will take place at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Pleasant Hill, Missouri.

Homer was born in Kansas City, Missouri on July 20, 1934, the son of Homer B. Stevenson and Virginia Hickerson. Shortly after graduating from DeSoto High School in DeSoto, Kansas, Homer served his country in the United States Navy serving in the Korean War. He met the love of his life Patricia Lucille Winslow and later were married on September 18, 1954, in Portland, Maine. Homer worked for Bendix, a government contractor for fifteen years. He decided to change his career and become an electrician, evolving to a master electrician and worked for the Shawnee Mission School District for over twenty years. After retiring from the school district, he moved to Lake Pomme de Terre in south Missouri where he loved spending his time fishing, boating, and watching wildlife.

Homer was preceded in death by his parents, Homer B. and Virginia Stevenson; his loving wife Patricia Lucille Stevenson; two sisters, Beverly Wyant and Patricia Mailen.

He is survived by his sister, Carol Simpson (Larry); sister in-law, Mary Lou Winslow; brother in-law, Jimmie Mailen; and many nieces and nephews.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278