Come out and support BHS Project Prom

Butler Project Prom is having a Frito Chili pie special at the homecoming football game Friday night (along with our standard hamburgers, cheeseburgers and hot dogs). 

Come out and support BHS Project Prom!

Obituary - Shirley L. Kormanec

Shirley L. Kormanec, age 88, of Belton, Missouri passed away peacefully at Beautiful Savior Home on October 2, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

An inurnment will take place at a late date at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, Missouri.

Shirley was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on July 24, 1936, the daughter of William Shupperd and Vera Jacobs. Shirley and Joseph David Kormanec joined in marriage on April 5, 1969, in San Francisco, California. Together, Shirley and Joseph shared 49 years and were blessed with seven children, Paul, Catherine, William, Joseph, Michael, Richard, and Linda. Shirley was a devoted mother and military wife. She loved cooking, baking, writing letters, and most of all being a grandma to all her grandchildren.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, William and Vera Shupperd; her loving husband, Joseph David Kormanec; son, Richard Rohrs; daughter, Linda Rohrs, and brother, James Mascitelli.

She is survived by her children, Paul Rohrs (Barbara), Catherine Rohrs (Ronald Laughlin), William Rohrs (Masami), Joseph Kormanec, Jr. (Angela), and Michael Kormanec; six grandchildren, Paul Rohrs, Sarah Rohrs, Caleb Kormanec, Grayson Kormanec, Alexis Kormanec, and Valissa Kormanec; and four great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association 8001 Conser Suite 240, Overland Park, KS 66204 or https://www.alz.org/kansascity

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

Miami Lady Eagles win the 4th Annual Miami Invitational Tournament

We would like to congratulation to the Miami Lady Eagles Volleyball team on winning the 4th Annual Miami Invitational Tournament! They did not lose a set the entire day! Way to go Lady Eagles!

 

Obituary - Kenneth Louis Horning

Kenneth Louis Horning of Nevada, MO passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Freeman Hospital West in Joplin, MO at the age of 80. Kenneth was born on October 14, 1943, in Vernon County to John and Dolly Horning and lived in the Vernon and Cedar County areas all his life. On April 17, 1968, Kenneth was united in marriage to Norma Jean Hutchison, the love of his life. They shared 35 years of devoted love and marriage.

Kenneth grew up with a strong sense of duty and responsibility, values that carried him through life. He worked as a caregiver at Nevada State Hospital and as a custodian for the Nevada R-5 school district. He was known and respected as an exceptionally hard worker and believed in doing things the right way.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Norma, whom he adored and missed dearly. He was a man of few words but endless devotion. Norma was the light of his life, his constant companion, and his greatest source of joy. Together, they built a life full of shared dreams, quiet moments, and deep affection. To anyone who knew them, their love was undeniable, a bond that could never diminish.

Kenneth’s impact on his family will be remembered, and he is survived by his son, Kenny Horning; his sister, Alma Stroer of Nevada; and his brother, Dwaine Horning of El Dorado Springs. Additionally, he leaves behind many cherished cousins, nieces, and nephews.

A service to celebrate Kenneth’s life will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, October 14, 2024 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, MO.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Friends of the Ballard FFA Dinner and Labor Auction

Join us for dinner and then attend the labor auction where you can purchase a student for eight hours of work.

Public Service Announcement from the Harrisonville Area Chamber of Commerce

We have received concerns posted to a local Facebook group about the carnival we hosted during the Log Cabin Festival. Unfortunately, the chamber was not a "member" of this Facebook group until last night and was unaware of these posts.

We are currently investigating the issues detailed within that group. In the future, we would encourage anyone concerned about the festival to contact the chamber directly through Facebook messenger, by calling 816-380-5271, or by stopping in to see us at our office.

The chamber works to maintain a festival environment that is fun and, above all else, safe. We have worked with our carnival provider for five years and this is the first time we have received any serious complaints concerning safety procedures.

We will fully investigate all concerns and do our best to address them before the next festival. We thank everyone for their support and we will see you next year!

- Harrisonville Area Chamber of Commerce

Aftershock 14U Softball Team Storm Back To Defeat Kc Rivers dawgs

Aftershock 14U Storm Back To Defeat Kc Rivers dawgs
By Gamechanger Media...

Aftershock 14U trailed by as many as five, but came back to defeat Kc Rivers dawgs on Saturday, 10-8. Kc Rivers dawgs got on the board in the top of the first inning after Emersyn drew a walk, scoring one run, Sara tripled, scoring three runs, and #22 singled, scoring one run.

AfterShock 14U scored five runs on two hits in the bottom of the first inning. Kamryn Fritts drew a walk, scoring one run, Lyla Eldred drew a walk, scoring one run, Kinley Cook doubled, scoring two runs, and a steal of home scored one run.

In the top of the second, Kc Rivers dawgs broke up the tie when Kayla doubled, scoring two runs. Then a ground out by Emersyn followed to extend the lead to 8-5.

AfterShock 14U flipped the game on its head in the bottom of the second, scoring five runs on three hits to take the lead, 10-8. The biggest blow in the inning was a single by Lyla Eldred on the sixth pitch of the at-bat that drove in two.

Ella Bauer earned the win for AfterShock 14U. The pitcher allowed zero hits and zero runs over one inning, striking out one and walking none. Sara took the loss for Kc Rivers dawgs. The pitcher went two-thirds of an inning, surrendering three runs on three hits, striking out two and walking two. Aryan Stodgell began the game for AfterShock 14U.

The right-handed pitcher gave up five hits and eight runs over two innings, striking out two and walking six. Emersyn led things off in the circle for Kc Rivers dawgs. The starter surrendered two hits and seven runs over one and one-third innings, striking out one and walking six.

Kinley Cook, the number eight hitter for AfterShock 14U, led the way with three runs batted in. The right-handed hitter went 2-for-2 on the day. Ella Bauer paced AfterShock 14U with two walks. Overall, the team had patience at the plate, amassing eight walks for the game. Kylee Murray, Kaidence Hudson, Lyla Eldred, Kamryn Fritts, and Ella Bauer each stole multiple bases for AfterShock 14U. AfterShock 14U ran wild on the base paths, amassing 20 stolen bases for the game.

Val, Chealsea, Kayla, Sara, and #22 each collected one hit for Kc Rivers dawgs. Sara went 1-for-1 at the plate and led the team with three runs batted in. Val and Chealsea each stole multiple bases for Kc Rivers dawgs. Kc Rivers dawgs had a strong eye at the plate, piling up six walks for the game. Kc Rivers dawgs stole eight bases in the game. Kc Rivers dawgs were sure-handed and didn't commit a single error.

Obituary - Roy Glenn Estes

Roy Glenn Estes, 85, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at his home. Services will be held Friday, October 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO with a visitation starting at 10:00 AM, followed by an interment at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO.

Roy was born August 1, 1939, to Temple Estes & Emily (Griffith) Estes in their home in rural Bates County, MO. He grew up in the rural Adrian area & attended elementary school at Silverdale & Merwin; Miami High School as a freshman and sophomore, then Adrian High School where he graduated in 1957. He was active in FFA, basketball & football. After school Roy married the love of his life, Sharon Marie Greer on August 20, 1961. They moved away for 4 years while Roy was in the United States Air Force, but they returned to Adrian to raise their family. He worked for Bendix/Allied-Signal for 30 years & retired in 1989. 

He spent many years raising his Limousin cattle & alfalfa hay on their farm. In "retirement" he worked driving school buses for Sharon until they both retired & began spending winters in Texas. He loved playing fast-pitch softball, spending time on the golf course & traveling across the country in their RV. He was a member of the Adrian VFW & attended the First Baptist Church of Adrian. He also cherished the time he could spend with family, especially spoiling his grandchildren & watching them grow up to become wonderful adults.

Roy is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters: Pearl Hicks and Maxine Rullo; niece, Angie Crippen; and nephew, David Craig. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Estes of Adrian, MO; daughter, Vickie Estes of Peculiar, MO; son, Kyle (Julie) Estes of New Braunfels, TX; grandson, Dakotah (Cayla) Estes; granddaughter, Jocilyn Estes; sister, Ruby Lockard; brother-in-law, Wayne Greer; and various nieces & nephews.