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Welcome Mrs. Bauer

We are excited to announce the newest member to the AC Bulldog team, Meka Bauer! Mrs. Bauer will serve as our Elementary Principal for the 2024-2025 school year.

She brings a background rich in instruction and leadership. She will be a great asset to our District and we are proud to have her on board next year!

Welcome to the Bulldog family, Mrs. Bauer!

Obituary - Patty K. Plunkett

Graveside service and interment for Patty K. Plunkett of Butler, Missouri will be 10 a.m. Thursday, June 20, 2024 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler, Missouri. No scheduled visitation.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Heartland Hospice. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Patricia “Patty” Kay Plunkett, age 74 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, June 13, 2024 at the Butler Center. She was born October 3, 1949 to Leo Joseph and Etta Lou Wisdom Abraham in Clinton, Missouri.

Patty is survived by two sons, Joey Plunkett Sr. and wife Trish and Brandon Plunkett and fiancé Nickki all of Butler, Missouri; six grandchildren, J.D. Plunkett, William Plunkett Jr. and wife Kara, Scott Plunkett and partner Kendal Harrison, Leah Huser and husband Tyler, Kenny Plunkett and Kole Plunkett; a great-grandson, Kade Huser; and two brothers, Danny Abraham and wife Mary of Kansas and Steve Abraham and wife Sara of Ballard, Missouri. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ralph Plunkett on April 12, 2013; a great-grandson, Lucas William Plunkett; and a brother, Larry Abraham.

Bates County Fair Princess Candidate Evelyn Sample

Evelyn Sample Is Running For Bates County Fair Princess!

Evelyn Marie Sample is the thirteen year old daughter of Steven and Stacy Sample. She is an upcoming eighth grader at Adrian Jr/Sr High. In school, Evelyn is always on the go. Participating in Student Council, band, and always looking forward to the upcoming volleyball season in rec league. 

In 4-H, Evelyn enjoys showing her poultry and has enjoyed many other classes, including photography, foods, first-aid, etc. She hopes that everyone will be able to make it out and enjoy the fair this year. Hope to see you there!

Raffle tickets will be sold for $1 a piece. You will be able to find her at the local rodeo, fair, messenger or can reach out via phone.

Prizes for the raffle will be as follows:
1st Prize-$500 Gift Card to Woodward Meat
2nd Prize-$300 Gift Card to Hertzog Meat Co.
3rd Prize-$100 Gift Card to Mc Bee's
4th Prize -$100

Money raised by the candidates goes towards improving the future fairs and the fairgrounds.

Drawing will be held during the fair. You do not need to be present for the drawing. If you would like to purchase tickets, you may contact:

Evelyn Sample: 816-738-3350
Stacy Sample: 816-277-9172
Thank you for your support!

Kincaide promoted to Lieutenant

ANNOUNCEMENT: The Harrisonville Police Department is excited to announce the promotion of Brian Kincaide to the rank of Lieutenant!

Kincaide has been with the department since 2010, previously serving as a patrol sergeant.

We are proud of the leadership Lt. Kincaide has brought to the department and are confident that his dedication and experience will be vital to the future success of our community.

 

Bates County Fair Baby Contest July 10th

 

Obituary - Terry Gene Richards

Terry Gene Richards was born on May 30, 1951, and left his earthly life behind on the morning of June 10, 2024, at Nevada Regional Medical Center, Nevada, MO.

Terry was the son of Sanford and Wilma Nell Richards of Walker, MO, the third of four children. He grew up on a farm north of Dederick, MO, and attended school in El Dorado Springs, MO. He graduated high school from El Dorado Springs in 1969 and moved to Kansas City to attend school following graduation. 

He then worked for Sears in Kansas City for several years and married his wife, Diane. Terry and Diane had four children and were later divorced. Terry moved back to Nevada, MO, where he lived and worked for many years. He entered the Medicalodge in Nevada, MO, in 2008, where he lived until his passing.

Terry will be remembered by his friends and family for his silly jokes, quick wit, his artistic abilities, and his joyous personality. He spent countless hours drawing pictures and enjoyed passing them out as gifts to everyone he met. He loved playing card games and singing old church hymns and spending time with his family. He was so proud of his family and his grandchildren and looked forward to his visits with them. He never met a stranger and loved any opportunity to socialize and join in on the fun. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Sanford and Wilma Nell Richards, and his daughter Johanna Richards. He is survived by his brothers Randy Richards and Ron Richards, his sister Joy Eason, his children: Brooke Foster, Paul Richards, and Rory Richards, grandchildren Taylor Wood and Destinee Milton, and 5 great grandchildren.

Service
Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00AM
Dederick Christian Church
15104 S AA Hwy
El Dorado Springs, MO 64744

Still missing from Nevada

A 63-year-old man has been missing more than 12-hours from his senior living facility at 401 East Walnut.

NAME: ERIC STROM
AGE: 63
HT/WT: 6-FT/220#
HAIR: BLONDE
EYES: HAZEL
MISSING SINCE: 8-AM, JUNE 12, 2024
MISSING FROM: 401 E. WALNUT, NEVADA
DIAGNOSED MEDICAL: DEMENTIA
WHAT OCCURRED: HE LEFT THE SENIOR LIVING FACILITY HE RESIDES AT ON FOOT
LAST SEEN WEARING: BLUE T-SHIRT AND BLUE JEANS

DESCRIPTION: Eric Strom, a white male, age 63, ht 6', 220 lbs, blonde hair, hazel eyes, wearing a blue t-shirt and blue jeans.

Anyone seeing the missing person or anyone having any information related to the endangered missing person should immediately dial 911 to contact the nearest LEO or call the Nevada Police 417-448-2710.