Miami County Kansas Fair July 24th-July 27th

 

Water valve replacement & leak repair in the city of Archie

The City of Archie will be doing a valve replacement on Jackson Avenue between N. Truman and N. Wilson Streets on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. This will require that we shut down the water for the entire town from 9:00 PM to midnight.

We will prepare the site earlier in the day in anticipation of a quick repair and limited down time for the water to be off. This valve replacement is another in our quest to have enough valves in town that will allow isolation of smaller sections of town when a repair does need to be made.

Once this valve is replaced, we are hoping it will isolate the line so we can do a water main repair in the same location on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, which should only affect a few customers on N. Wilson Street and Jackson Avenue, who will be notified individually.

We thank you for your patience as we do these repairs and replacements throughout town. Please contact the City Hall with any questions, 816-293-5601.

Obituary - Sylvia Lavon Brooks

Sylvia Lavon Brooks of Nixa passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. She was born in Augusta, Kansas to Benjamin and Doris (Ruggles) Schlegal.

Sylvia will be remembered for her unwavering kindness that she extended to all those around her. Her deep faith in God was evident in the compassion she showed to others. Known for her passionate and adventurous spirit, Sylvia embraced life wholeheartedly.

Dedicated and skilled in her work, Sylvia's vibrant personality shone through in all her endeavors, leaving a lasting impact on her colleagues and customers. Her professional journey began as a waitress at B and B in Olathe, Kansas after graduating from high school. She cherished the interactions with her customers, particularly those who served in the military. Sylvia held a special bond with her boss, who instilled in her a strong work ethic that she carried throughout her career.

Transitioning into accounting and office management, Sylvia found fulfillment working for KCFX radio in Overland Park, Kansas. There, she had the privilege of meeting various music and sports personalities, with a particular fondness for encounters with Chiefs and Royals figures.

Venturing further afield to Houston, Texas to work at Panaco Oil Company, Sylvia embraced the new experiences that came her way. Whether navigating the loop around Houston or exploring Galveston's shores, she approached each adventure with enthusiasm.

Throughout her health challenges, Sylvia's compassionate heart continued to shine brightly as she touched the lives of all those who cared for her.

Sylvia is survived by her son Rick Brooks; daughter-in-law Rhonda Sherman; sister Treva Shoemaker; and grandson Josh Hessling. She is preceded in death by her parents; son Thomas Benjamin Brooks; and daughter-in-law Christine Brooks

Cremation with a Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Service details will be published once that information becomes available.

Case closed, for now

 

Back in May, Mid America Live and the News-Shopper ran a story regarding a local family who stated that their now deceased father, Eugene Miller was the victim of a fraudulent sale of his 38 acres in rural Bates county, including a home in Butler, to Homestead Equities, LLC. Prior to his death Miller strongly  contended that he never agreed to sell the property to anyone. Unfortunately he fell ill shortly after the transaction which took place late last year delaying  any legal or investigative action.

Our story helped prompt an investigation by the Department of Health and Senior Services who says the case is now closed and no further action will be taken on their part, citing that Miller is no longer alive to make a statement regarding the matter.

The DHSS representative said at this point the only recourse for the family would be through civil court action.

Original story HERE

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BCMH pavement project update

Our pavement project needs just a few more days before vehicles can use the High Street entrance at High Street Family Care Clinic in Butler. Patients scheduled to be seen at our rural health clinic at High Street this Thursday and Friday should enter through the Education Center entrance on Nursery Street.

Otherwise, it's business as usual - patients can park in the parking area on the south side of the building and enter and exit through the front door. Starting Monday, 7/22, patients may use the High Street entrance again.

Obituary - Lonnie L. Clair

Lonnie Lew Clair, 74, a resident of Madison, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024, at University Hospital in Columbia from complications following open-heart surgery.

Lonnie was born on March 24, 1950, in Edina, the son of Junior P. Clair and Imogene C. (Parrish) Clair. On June 9, 1979, in Bethany, MO, he married Elizabeth Breazier, and she survives.

Lonnie spent 32 years in education, teaching one year in Brashear and Orchard Farm and four years in Centralia as an industrial education teacher. He then served as school superintendent in Eagleville, Miami R-1, Milan and Madison School Districts. Having a servant’s heart and upon retirement Lonnie volunteered at the Food Bank at Family Life Fellowship where he helped distribute meals. He also was able to go on several mission trips to places that included, Brazil, Philippines, Albania, Turkey and Moldova. Lonnie loved Jesus and was faithful to his church, Family Life Fellowship, where he was a dedicated member and elder, serving as a Sunday school teacher and small group leader. Lonnie enjoyed fishing and hunting as well as wood carving, where he made many pieces for his family and friends. He enjoyed tending to his chickens and spending time with his dogs, especially his husky Buck. Lonnie enjoyed playing the dulcimer, making his own dulcimer and made several others for family members. He was an amateur bee keeper and an avid gardener.

In addition to his wife of 45 years, he will be sadly missed and forever remembered by his two children, Nathan Clair and wife Tyrie of Savannah, MO and Paula (Clair) Ayres and husband Jonathan of Springfield, MO; two grandchildren, Hayden and Hadley Clair; one brother, Chris Clair and wife Penny of Marshall; two sisters, Linda Fowler and husband Terry of Moberly and Yvonne Lehnen and husband Hugh of Wellsville.

Lonnie was preceded in death by his parents.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Family Life Fellowship. A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to The Food Bank at Family Life Fellowship, 1614 Hwy 24 E, Moberly MO 65270.

Local arrangements are under the direction of Pathway-Millard Family Funeral Chapel, 411 Union Avenue, Moberly, MO 65270 (660)263-7284. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.pathwaymemorial.com.

Bates County Community Health Foundation Awards 2024 Scholarships

Bates County Community Health Foundation (BCCHF) is pleased to announce scholarship recipients for 2024 are Mackenzie Davis, Jenna Shipley, Ida Jolliff and Paige Switzer.

Ida Jolliff lives in Butler and is pursuing her RN degree at Crowder College. She currently works as a CNA in the BCMH emergency department.

Jenna Shipley is from Adrian, and she is pursuing a master's degree in clinical nutrition at the University of Central Missouri.

Mackenzie Davis of Butler is pursuing a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy at Rockhurst University.

Paige Switzer is from Butler and is pursuing her RN degree at Crowder College and currently works in the Lab at Bates County Memorial Hospital.

BCCHF raises funds throughout the year and uses the proceeds in part for awarding health care scholarships to Bates County students who are pursuing a career in health care.

Learn more about BCCHF at www.bcmhospital.com/foundation/