Some sad news from Climax Springs

From a Facebook post by the Climax Springs school district. The tragedy followed games played with Northeast Vernon County on Friday 

Last evening, after attending an away basketball game, three recent Climax Springs graduates were involved in a fatal motor vehicle accident. Ava Wolfe, Jayden Butterfield, and Violet Corado. Ava and Jayden were both beloved employees of the District, who dedicated their time and talent to our students each day. 

As students, all of these individuals left a legacy within our school. The District will host counselors for our students and staff on Monday and Tuesday of next week. As the families and our community grieve the loss of lives which held many great things ahead of them, please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.

-Courtesy Climax Springs school district

Actual Road House now open in Jasper, Mo

Mike Kelley of Lamar, Mo obviously is a big fan of the 1989 movie "Road House" starring Patrick Swayze however, as the movie location was set fictitiously in Jasper, Mo some thought maybe it should be made real.

Kelley announced on Facebook yesterday that while not a bar, but a really nifty gas station/convenience store is now open in Jasper and is creatively themed after the movie.

Based on initial response from the post, it's likely the Jasper Road House Double Deuce will become a regular landing spot from those traveling all over the country.

See Mike's post and get more info here https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1B1RuRki2J/

Damian Alkire hits milestone

 

Yesterday, Butler High School wrestler Damian Alkire picked up his 100th career win. Congratulations!

Miami county deputy receives special recognition

On April 8, 2024, Deputy Yeast conducted a traffic stop in the area of 259th Street and Metcalf Road. During the stop, K9 Clay was deployed and alerted to the presence of narcotics inside the vehicle. A probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted and 114 grams of methamphetamine were located.

The National Police Canine Association learned of this seizure and this week awarded Deputy Yeast and K9 Clay with the Detection Case of the Quarter for the 2nd Quarter of 2024 for the North Central Region.

Congratulations to our K9 team on the well-deserved award!

Dept of Conservation sponsoring migratory bird webinar

Join ornithologist Kristen Heath-Acre to learn about the incredible journeys that Missouri’s migratory birds make every year. Learn where these birds go, why, and how researchers are investigating the full annual cycle of migratory birds to better understand, and hopefully reverse, troubling declines in bird populations.

Register in advance at http://mdc.webex.com/.../rbef953b3747d347adfd98137ee461694

Registered attendees will receive a reminder email before the webinar.

Learn more about the MBC and related topics at http://mdc.mo.gov/.../birdwatc.../missouri-birding-challenge.

Congressman Alford makes stop in Appleton CIty

Congressman Mark Alford stopped by Ellett Memorial Hospital for a visit on Friday as he took a tour of the facility, met the staff, and had time for some questions.

Alford recently emphasized the importance of rural hospitals and said he wants to "ensure that rural Missourians receive the best care possible" and regularly visits rural hospitals such as Ellett for feedback.

District basketball begins this week in Butler

BHS will be hosting the 2025 MSHSAA Class 3 District 11 Girls and Boys Basketball Tournament this week. Admission will be $6.00 per person.

Blackhawks add two state qualifiers

 

The Boys Class 1 District 2 tournament is a wrap and two have  been added two state qualifiers to bring the total for the year to five.
Individual Results from today:
120 - Carter Duba District Champion 
215 - Hank Tenholder 
Excellent job!

-Courtesy Adrian Blackhawk Wrestling