Archie stays undefeated on the road tonight

The defending 8-man state football champion the Archie Whirlwinds (5-0) was able to get a road win tonight against Bishop Leblond 38-14 to stay undefeated.

Archie will host Drexel next Friday as we revisit the Southern Cass Clash that has been so exciting to watch the last few years. 

 

Adrian Blackhawks shut out the Butler Bears on homecoming

The Butler Bears football team hit the road this evening to take on the rival Adrian Blackhawks for Adrian’s homecoming. 

The first quarter highlights included a interception by Butler senior Kaleb Mallatt and a blocked punt by Adrian's junior Bryler Ford at the end of the 1st quarter it was scoreless.

Adrian scored three times in the second quarter one by senior Colton Miller, one by senior Mason Rusow, and one by junior Kobe Enos to lead the contest 19-0 at halftime against the Bears.

Adrian slowed the pace down in the 3rd quarter and wore the Butler defense down with rushes by seniors Colten Miller and Brock Ford pushed the lead to 25-0 at the end of the 3rd quarter. 

Blackhawks senior Colton Miller was able to score his 2nd touchdown of the night in the 4th quarter to help Adrian cruise to a 32-0 victory over the bears.

Adrian will move to 4-1 on the season and hit the road next week as they travel to take on the Lincoln Cardinals. Butler is now 2-3 on the season and will also be on the road next week in Cole Camp.

Photos courtesy of Carmen Behringer 

Obituary - William "Bill" Frank Reid

William Frank Reid, the son of Essie B. Rush and Roy Alford Reid was born on November 6, 1929 in Kansas City, Missouri. Bill and Peggy were married on April 14, 1973. Bill finished his sophomore year of school, and worked delivering milk and also worked at a bakery.

Bill joined the United States Navy in 1950 and was honorably discharged in 1954. Bill was also an electrician/supervisor at the Las Vegas Airport for many years. Bill and Peggy lived in Las Vegas for 23 years before the moved back to Missouri. Bill loved woodworking and built lots of things for their house.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Essie (Rush) Reid, and Father Roy Alford Reid; two sisters, Francis Taylor and Lila Smith; four brothers, Burl Reid, Roy Gene, Jack Reid, and Jerry Reid; one son, Buddy; two grandsons, Gary, Jr. “Hambone”, and Larry Dee. Bill is survived by one daughter, Cindy and Gene Adams; two sons, Roger and Gary; and one sister, Joy Fansler; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial service will be held at 12:00 pm, Saturday, September 28, 2024 at the Rich Hill Christian Church. Memorials are suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project, support.woundedwarriorproject.org

Miami County Kansas Sheriff's Office seeking public assistance

 Help Identify!!

A report was taken earlier this month for trespassing in the eastern part of the county that occurred in the early morning hours.

If you know the individuals pictured, please contact Detective Monceret at 913-294-3232 Ext 7155

Obituary - William "Bill" Ward

William "Bill" Ward, 64 of Orange County California passed away September 23, 2024. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, October 9, 2024 in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel, Missouri. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Arlie Ward. He was born on December 19, 1959, in Wichita, Kansas, to Helen Marie Poindexter-Guerrero and Gilbert Ward. William was a beloved son, brother, and uncle.

He attended school in Wichita, and worked as a warehouse operative and in retail in Kansas and California before retiring. William's hobbies and interests included automobiles, diecasts, attending car shows and listening to live music. William was kind, polite and respectful to everyone he met.

He is survived by his sister, Lou Wanna Katz and husband Harold, and nephew Michael Everitt.

Obituary - Deloris M. Colin

Graveside service and interment for Deloris M. Colin of Butler, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at Greenlawn Cemetery in Rich Hill, Missouri. No scheduled visitation. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Pleasant Gap Christian Church or Appleton City Manor (Activities Department). Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Deloris Maxine Colin, age 93 of rural Butler, Missouri died Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Appleton City Manor in Appleton City, Missouri. She was born September 7, 1931 to Jeff and Mary Roof Barber in Walker, Missouri.

Deloris is survived by a son, Dale Colin and wife Debbie of Appleton City, Missouri; a daughter, Penny James and husband Jerry of Polo, Missouri; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and three sisters, Nadine Knowles of Rich Hill, Missouri, Geraldine Thrasher of Georgia, and Beverly Wyrick and husband Jeff of Raymore, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lloyd Colin on April 3, 2009; a son, Brad Colin on April 10, 2018; and a brother, Richard Barber.

Butler Rotary Club News

Thank you Hank Roberts for presenting the Butler Rotary program today. He sang and presented very interesting points of history in Missouri, including order #11.

State Farm Student Athlete of the week: Butler Sophomore Kylee Dubray

Our third Athlete of the Week award goes to Sophomore, Kylee Dubray. Kylee was nominated by Head Coach Heather Goldammer who stated, “Kylee is a 4-sport athlete. I don’t think there is a time of the year when she isn’t in a gym, on a court, or on a field.

She was the Class 2 Shotput State Champion and Discuss State Runner-Up; then, not more than two weeks later she was in the gym and on the softball field working to make herself and her volleyball, basketball, and softball teams better. As for volleyball, she didn’t miss a day of summer workouts, league games, or camps.

This dedication has paid off this season. Even though we are only at the halfway point of our season, she has already surpassed her kill total from last season. Kylee is a kind, humble, and supportive teammate, and I believe she is very deserving.”

Kylee plays volleyball, basketball, softball and runs track for Butler. When we asked Kylee what she thought was the biggest challenge today for student athletes she stated, “managing it all and getting good grades.” When we asked her what she felt it took to be an elite athlete she stated “you have to give 100% no matter what. Also, you have to put the extra time in.

” Last, we asked Kylee who her biggest role model was for sports and she said, “my parents are my biggest role models. My dad was also a good athlete in high school so I like to look up to him.” It was a pleasure speaking with Kylee and we wish her and the Butler Bears the best of luck as they take on Stockton on Monday.

Pictured left to right: Kellie Davidson, State Farm; Kylee Dubray, daughter of Kyle and Erin Dubray; Baylie Pitts, State Farm.