3rd grade Bears show 'em how it's done

 

A talent filled Butler Bears 3rd grade squad trekked up to Shawnee to take part in the Hoopin’ It Up Premiere League Tournament. 

The Bears were able go a flawless 3-0 in the tournament, defeating the likes of  KC Premiere (31-9), MOKAN (31-11), and KC Premiere 4th Grade (26-16).

The Bears were able to achieve a first place finish! 

By Cody Morris, Tailgate TV

Young Bears Bring Back 11 Medals

Cody Morris, Tailgate TV

This past weekend the youth wrestlers from Butler showed up and showed out at the 2025 Missouri State Championships. The Bears, as a team, were able to secure a 12th overall finish. There were a number of standout individual performance’s on the weekend as well, as the Bears Young Men saw 6 different wrestlers medal in the event. The Bears were also able to claim two different Youth State Championships. The Bears dominance was obvious, as in one event the Bears had 2 wrestlers going up against each other in the finals!

The individual results are as follows for the young men: Easton Adams 2025 8U State Champion (100lb); Rylan Morris 2025 8U State Champion (115lb); Garren McGuire 2025 8U State Runner-Up (100lb); Covy Riley 10U 3rd Place (80lbs); Brayden McGuire 12U 3rd Place (130lbs); and Julius Varns 10U 6th Place (75lbs).

Including the 5 medals that the young ladies brought home, the Bears brought home a grand total of 11 medals! This is a record for the most medals since the beginning of the program 6 years ago.

Pictures and Info submitted by Amanda Coigny

Stephen Pruden Retires After 29 Years with USPS

Courtesy Mike Burris, Adrian News Leader

After nearly three decades of dedicated service, Stephen Pruden is retiring from the United States Postal Service. Pruden served for 29 years, spending eight years as a part-time employee before transitioning to full-time for the last 21 years of his career.

To celebrate his retirement, a party will be held in his honor at the Post Office March 13th from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friends, colleagues, and community members are invited to join in recognizing Pruden’s hard work and commitment.

Congratulations to Stephen Pruden on his well-earned retirement!

Henry County weekly arrest report

 

Sheriff Aaron N. Brown reports the following arrests and incidents for the week of February 28, 2025, to March 6, 2025:

• March 3, 2025 – Driving While Intoxicated: Deputy Douglas conducted a traffic stop in the Windsor area, resulting in the arrest of Blaze Counts, age 38, of Windsor, on a 24-hour hold for driving while intoxicated (drugs).
• March 4, 2025 – Warrant: Sergeant Logan conducted a follow-up investigation in the Windsor area, resulting in the arrest of Carolyn Reeves-Neher, age 31, of Windsor, on Henry County warrants for fraudulent use of a credit card and stealing.
• March 4, 2025 – Driving While Suspended or Revoked: Deputy Douglas conducted a traffic stop in the Windsor area, resulting in the arrest of Ethan Carpenter, age 23, of Windsor, for driving while suspended or revoked.
• March 5, 2025 – Unlawful Possession of a Firearm: Captain Bilbruck and Cpl. England conducted a follow-up stealing investigation at the Sheriff’s Office, resulting in the arrest of Rowdy Faglie, age 36, of Windsor, for unlawfully possessing a firearm.
• March 5, 2025 – Driving While Suspended/Revoked: SRO Deputy Evans conducted a traffic stop in the Windsor area, resulting in the arrest of Elmo Fannon, age 43, of Windsor, for driving while suspended/revoked.
• March 5, 2025 – Driving While Intoxicated: Deputy Douglas conducted a traffic stop in the rural Clinton area, resulting in the arrest of Zachary Petusky, age 19, of Springfield, for driving while intoxicated.
• March 6, 2025 – Warrant: Sergeant Richardson arrested Carrie Randolph, age 48, of Clinton, on a Henry County warrant for second-degree assault at the courthouse.
• March 6, 2025 – Warrant: Sergeant Richardson arrested Hally Little, age 34, of Clinton, on a Henry County warrant for possession of a controlled substance at the courthouse.
• March 6, 2025 – Warrant: Sergeant Richardson arrested Terry Elliott, age 49, of Deepwater, on a Henry County warrant for third-degree assault at the courthouse.
• March 6, 2025 – Warrant: Sergeant Richardson arrested Joshua Foley, age 42, of Appleton City, on a Henry County warrant for resisting arrest and forgery at the courthouse.

Note: All individuals arrested are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The above arrests are only allegations at this time.

For additional information or to provide tips, contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at (660) 885-5587.

Jail Administrator Report:

• Male inmates: 77
• Female inmates: 17
• Total inmates: 94

Deputies Were Present in the Following Areas:

Towns & Communities:

Blairstown, Bowen, Brownington, Bucksaw Marina, Calhoun, Clinton, Coal, Deepwater, Delmar, Garland, Germantown, Hartwell, Knisely’s Landing, Ladue, Leesville, Lewis, Lucas, Montrose, Mt. Zion, Piper, Quarles, Roseland, Shawnee Mound, Thrush, Tightwad, Urich, Windsor, Windsor Crossing.

Other Locations:

Bethlehem Cemetery, C.O. Fewell Wildlife, Clinton Airport, Finey Boat Ramp, Ladue Bottoms, MFA/Anhydrous, Montrose Lake, Party Pit, Pogue Wildlife, Urich Wildlife.

Johnson County Fire Protection District Announces Line of Duty Death

WARRENSBURG, MO – It is with deep sorrow that the Johnson County Fire Protection District announces the line of duty death of Captain Vernon Collett.

Captain Collett collapsed this afternoon while actively fighting a natural cover fire. Despite nearly an hour of lifesaving efforts at the scene, he was tragically declared deceased.

Captain Collett dedicated 29 years of service to the Johnson County Fire Protection District.

We extend our deepest condolences to Captain Collett’s family, friends, and colleagues. We ask that the community keep them in their thoughts during this difficult time.

Additional information will be released when available.

Next weather system could bring storms on Friday

 

FRIDAY IS THE DAY to be Weather Aware for sure this week.

I DO NOT LIKE overly alarmist forecasting almost a week out -- so here is what I think is fair to say as of right now:

A *very* strong low-pressure system will move across the Midwest.

All the factors for all the modes of severe weather are there. By 'there,' I mean almost the entire Midwest according to this morning's data (it's March, remember).

So with the exact track of the low uncertain, it's difficult to say where the severe threats are most likely at the moment.

BUT, with this strong of a system, and so many of the "right" ingredients over such a widespread area, it's hard to imagine there NOT being some very severe weather along the path.

So, as always:

Have several ways to receive severe weather alerts

Be prepared in advance

Stay calm, and I will keep you posted.

-Greg@660weather

High fire danger today

 

Several local fire departments have been dispatched to grass fires around the area today and as long as temps continue to rise, it will only get worse until things green up a little. Please avoid outdoor burning if at all possible.

Obituary - Earl Daniel "Danny" Brown

Earl Daniel "Danny" Brown, 72, of Harrisonville, Missouri, departed from this world on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. In celebrating Earl's life, family and friends will gather for a Celebration of Life at a date to be determined. We invite all who knew Earl to join us in honoring his memory.

Born in Oak Grove, MO, and raised in Lee's Summit, Danny called Harrisonville, MO, home for the last three decades. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose love for family and the great outdoors left an indelible mark on all who knew him.

Daniel dedicated 45 years of his life to Unity Village, where he served as a heavy equipment operator on the outdoor maintenance crew. His hard work and quiet dedication contributed greatly to the beauty of the grounds, a reflection of his love for nature. Danny’s laid-back demeanor—sometimes gruff but always loving—was a comfort to those around him. He had a heart full of joy, particularly when he was outdoors, whether hunting, fishing, boating, camping, or simply enjoying the serenity of the lake.

Daniel will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Sharon Brown, whom he married on September 27, 2008. He is survived by his children: Travis Tabuas, Richard Brown, and Shelly Brown; as well as, his brother, Terry Brown; his nephew, David Brown; and five cherished grandchildren. The moments he shared with his grandchildren brought him immense joy and were undoubtedly the highlight of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Earl and Alberta Pauline (Murray) Brown.

-Courtesy Atkinson Funeral Home