Tornado Watch Until 4:00 a.m.

A new tornado watch has been issued for much of the western half of MO and extreme eastern KS. This watch will be in effect until 4 AM.

Storms are developing in eastern/ SE KS and will move into extreme eastern KS and western MO in the next 1-2 hours

From the Nevada R-5 Foundation

The Nevada R-5 Foundation had the honor of presenting the 2024 Dr. Nelson & Mrs. Susan Greenlund Educator Incentive Grants today. In 2021, the Greenlunds established this award as a recognition and incentive to “attain & retain quality educators” for the Nevada R-5 District. Dr. Greenlund served on the R-5 Board of Education for 15 years and their sons, Andy and Matt, are Nevada alumni.

A big thank you to the Greenlunds for supporting and funding this wonderful opportunity. Because of their generosity, two grants were presented this year: Congratulations to Mrs. Chrystie Braden & Mrs. Angie Landoll!

Pictured (l-r):
Mrs. Shirley Rainey, (Foundation founder), Mrs. Chrystie Braden, Mrs. Jan Benbrook, (Foundation Board President), Mrs. Susan Greenlund, Dr. Nelson Greenlund, Mrs. Marsha Hooper, (Foundation Director) and Mrs. Angie Landoll

Storm timing and evolution

Timing for extreme eastern Kansas and extreme western Missouri: 8-11 PM tonight. Wind gusts could exceed 75 mph, with embedded tornadoes possible as well. Be prepared with multiple ways to receive warnings and know your safe shelter in advance.

Obituary - Maxine Young

Funeral services for Maxine Young of Butler, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Thursday, May 9, 2024 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. No Visitation. Burial in Appleton City Cemetery in Appleton City, Missouri. Contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Ola Maxine Young, age 98 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the Baptist Home in Adrian, Missouri. She was born October 28, 1925 to Ralph Loren and Bertha Mary Freyer Culver in Appleton City, Missouri.

Maxine is survived by a son, Paul Allen Young of Butler, Missouri; a nephew, David Culver and wife Tammy of Overland Park, Kansas; and four nieces, Sheri Bond and husband James of Overland Park, Kansas, Kathy Kedigh of Louisburg, Kansas, Emma Borders of Louisville, Kentucky and Mary Reiser of Maryland. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harry Paul Young on December 17, 2011; a grandson, Matthew Allen Young; and two brothers, Ray and Royce Culver.

Obituary - Frances “Granny” Josephine Light

Funeral services for Frances Light of Butler, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2024 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. 

Visitation prior to services 1 - 2 p.m. Friday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Morris Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to American Disabled Veterans. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Frances “Granny” Josephine Light, age 87 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, May 5, 2024 at Medicalodge of Butler, Missouri. She was born February 4, 1937 to Stanley and Paula Schultz Spayhowa in Chinook, Montana.

Frances is survived by a son, Donald Light and wife Lynn of Urich, Missouri; a daughter, Donna Light of Chetopa, Kansas; five grandchildren, Jami Chastain, Danny Chastain, Stephani Parker, Darlene Light and Jake Light; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William R. “Bill” Light on October 16, 1992; her son, Danny Light on May 16, 2003; a daughter, Dianna Cumpton on March 13, 2020; and two grandsons.

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Attention Adrian residents

 

With uncertain Spring weather upon us, the Adrian fire department and emergency services would like everyone to know protocols regarding storm siren operation:

When sirens are activated as a tornado warning, they will continue for 3 minutes. They will NOT be activated for an 'all clear'. 

If another 3 minute activation is initiated, it will be due to a secondary tornado notification.

Sincerely,

Ken Newsome, Adrian EMA Director

Thanks everyone!

 

It was just a couple of months ago that the Adrian Optimist Club contacted me and expressed that the club had a proposal to discuss with me. The club wanted to start an annual fund-raising event that would help benefit the Adrian fire department with future equipment purchasing needs. It was stated that they wanted to do something for the fire department to show their appreciation for what the department does for the community. First, let me say thank you to the club members, and to the community for your continued support. Serving in our community and wherever else we are needed, is a true privilege. After taking a few minutes to try and wrap my head around the idea and their jester of kindness being shown once again, I knew this proposal was going to quickly move forward, and it did.

  Last Saturday morning, breakfast was being served at 6:30 A.M. out at the Optimist building and everyone was hard at work. Optimist members were cooking and members of the Bates County Jr. Livestock Committee were busy helping with serving and doing clean up duties as needed. There were so many different things going on that day, but that didn’t stop people from coming in and showing their support, and we can’t thank you enough for coming. We enjoyed each visit, and we were glad to have the opportunity to tell a little bit about the fire department and its continued growth. Along with a great breakfast, a 50-50 raffle was also held. Mr. Paul Cumpton was the winner of the 50-50 raffle, and wouldn’t you know it, Paul donated his share right back to the fire department. Thanks Paul, we appreciate your continued support.

  We are especially proud of the support that our community shows us in so many ways. We strive to meet your expectations to the best of our ability, and we hope that you are just as proud of the department as we are.

  With that said, I must also thank the men and women who make up the Adrian Fire Department. What a group! They are the true work force of the department, and we are so lucky to have each one of them. I cannot express how much I personally appreciate what they and their families sacrifice while serving as a volunteer.

  Providing emergency services of any kind is very expensive and that will never change. I would encourage you to give yourself a well-deserved pat on the back for being such a strong and supportive community. We are a proud department (not arrogant) and we want to serve those who need our assistance anywhere and anytime, and you play a large part in how we are able to do that. Thanks again to everyone for helping to keep your emergency services departments operating as safely and effectively as possible.

Sincerely,
Chief Dizney