Highlights from the Osceola Indians Homecoming Parade

Osceola High School Homecoming parade 2024. Game Saturday at 6pm. Crowning at halftime.

Highlights from the Butler Bears Homecoming Parade

Please enjoy some photos that we took from the 2024 Butler Homecoming Parade today! Best of luck tonight Bears!

State Farm Student Athlete of the week

We are proud to announce this week’s athlete of the week Xavier Wisdom. Xavier is a senior at Butler High School. He plays running back and linebacker for the Bears. 

Xavier was nominated by his head coach Gregg Webb after his outstanding performance last Friday night. He rushed for 260 yards on 23 carries and also added in 14 tackles in the Bears win against Cole Camp.

When we asked Xavier what it takes to become an elite athlete he stated “it takes a lot of hard work and effort. You have to put in the work to get better.” We asked Xavier what it takes to be a leader on the field and he stated “you have to lead by example.” The Bears are currently 3-3 for the year and host Warsaw tonight at 7 pm in Butler for the Homecoming game. We want to wish Xavier and the Butler Bears the best of luck tonight!

Pictured: Xavier Wisdom, son of Crystal Wisdom and Luke Viter 

Check them lottery tickets in Nevada

A player in Nevada won a $50,000 Powerball prize last night! The winning ticket was bought at Mr. D's Smoke Shop and Liquor. Congratulations!!!!!

BCSO seeking public assistance

Over the past few days the Bates County Sheriff’s Office has been in communication with Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office in Asheville, North Carolina and other law enforcement agencies in that area. We were made aware that a large portion of their employees have lost their homes and all of their gear and belongings due to the hurricanes.

The Sheriff is delivering his personal camper for the use of displaced law enforcement officers and spoke with the Bates County Commissioners Office, who agreed to donate pallets of MRE (Meals Ready to Eat) that we had in surplus, for the cause as well.

Deputies from the Bates County Sheriffs Office are planning to leave Wednesday to deliver those items and other supplies to those agencies. They are donating uniforms, boots, socks and other essentials personally as well.

Many of our local citizens have asked how they can help, if you would like to donate items here is a list of things that can be delivered to the Bates County Sheriff’s Office by Monday to be brought down:

New Socks
Toiletries
New bed sheets and pillows
New Plain neutral colored t shirts long and short sleeve (black, white, tan)
New Towels/wash cloths
Plastic totes to store toiletries and other items
Universal gift cards
Non perishable snacks
Womens personal hygiene products
Small Propane tanks
Batteries
Flashlights

Donated items can be dropped off in our lobby 24 hours a day. We ask that all donated items be new and unused as many do not have a way to launder or clean used items. Thank you so much!!

Obituary - Mary Donovan

Mary Donovan, 75 of Drexel, Missouri passed away October 6, 2024 at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas. Memorial services will be held 11:00 am Saturday, October 12, 2024 at the Drexel Christian Church, 211 East Pine St. Drexel, Missouri, 64742. A visitation and meal will follow the services Saturday at 12:00 pm, also at the church. 

Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400). Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the Christian Church. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Mary was born on February 7 1949 in Drexel, Missouri to Joe and Edna Bailey. She was raised in Drexel with her siblings and attended school there until she graduated. In 1969 she married Dean Donovan and moved to Kansas City. Mary was primarily a home maker her entire life. After Cindy and Tim were born, they decided to move back home to Drexel in 1982 where they both grew up to raise their own family.

Mary was always a very happy person that would put a smile on anyone’s face. She loved to joke and make people laugh. She enjoyed spending time with her family going out to eat. She loved her animals and had many over the years. Mary also enjoyed watching old cartoons and westerns her favorite was Tom and Jerry. She loved trains and anything to do with them. Mary was “one in a million” and her smile was something that would light up a room. We love and miss you Momma.

Mary was proceeded in death by her husband Dean Donovan, her parents Joe and Edna Bailey, Brother Paul and his wife Dorothy, Son in law Robert Corlew, And many others. She is survived by her Sister Judy Bodenhamer, brother Joe Bailey and wife Suzi, Her daughter Cindy Corlew, son Tim Donovan and wife Destiny, grand-children Jesse Donovan, Jordan Moles, River Studey, Mayson Mero, Bradley Corlew, Robert Corlew, great-grandson Chistopher Allen, and many other family and friends.

Obituary - Clarence Dean Washburn

Clarence Dean Washburn passed away September 25 ,2024 peacefully with family by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife Shirley Moore Washburn February 1st, 2024. His brother Johnny Washburn, parents Gertude Ellan Adams Washburn & Clarence Evertt Washburn. His daughter, Pamela Washburn McKonly, husband Baker McKonly of Durango Colorado. Grandson Seth McKonly Surprise Arizona and Granddaughter Annie McKonly Devine of Buckeye, Arizona

Clarence graduated from high school in Mountain Grove, Missouri. In high school Clarence played football, served in the student Counsel and Choir. He married his high school sweetheart Shirley Mae Moore. Clarence started his career with Kraft Foods making cheese then joined the Army as a electronics tech in the missile division.

After finishing his Army tour, he went back to work for Kraft. He soon after started his coal mining career as an electrician in Oswego Kansa for Pittsburg and Midway Mining. During his career he moved through the ranks to Mine Manager working in Greenville KY, Butler MO, Madisonville KY and Steamboat Springs CO. He retired to Paola, Kansas and 7 years later moved to Durango CO for 6 years and then Surprise AZ in 2008.

Clarence loved the Lord, Kansas City Chiefs, music and playing in a Bocce League. He was a very positive and upbeat person full of joy and contentment making a difference in many lives. Donations in Clarence’s honor may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Obituary - Wanda Mae Peterman

Wanda Mae Heckadon Peterman, 94, was promoted to glory on October 5, 2024 surrounded by family. She was born in Rich Hill, Mo. on April 20, 1930 the daughter of John Loyd and Goldie Heckadon.

On November 23, 1948 James (Jim) and Wanda were united in marriage, which lasted 59 years until Jim's death in 2007. From this union were four children that survive. Jerry (Bonnie) Peterman, Terry (Sara Compton) Peterman, Sheila (Jess) Burrous, and Kevin (Stacey Harper) Peterman.

After raising her own children, Wanda cared for a number of children in her home. She was fondly called 'Mom' in the community. Her passion and precision in sewing was also well known. Jim and Wanda enjoyed camping in their travel trailer and often visited the Branson area. In later years Wanda was often found working with sons Terry and Kevin assisting the with the business of manufacturing and installing kitchen cabinets. She enjoyed playing dominos with son Jerry and visits with daughter Sheila.

Wanda was a member of St. Bridget Catholic Church and worked for many years collecting and keeping records of the offerings on Sunday mornings.

Additional survivors include grandchildren Jeff (Faith) Peterman, Kyle (Robin) Peterman, Crystal (James) Wisher, Tiffany Burrous, 6 step-grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceding Wanda in death are her parents; Loyd and Goldie, husband; Jim, bothers; Loyd Elvin Heckadon, John Cecil Heckadon, Billy Gene Heckadon and grandson; Jonathan Peterman.

The Rosary will be recited at 4:45 p.m. prior to the visitation on Wednesday, October 9, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Heuser Funeral Home, Rich Hill. Funeral services for Wanda will be held at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Rich Hill on Thursday, October 10, 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in Green Lawn Cemetery, Rich Hill.

Memorial donations in Wanda's name may be made to St. Bridget Catholic Church, Rich Hill Memorial Library or your favorite charity in care of Heuser Funeral Home.