Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Eli Ferrell: Stronger every day

 The power of prayer is shining through this boy!

We are now allowed to eat and slowly working on getting a few things down. Last night he even drank chocolate milk—which we all know is a big deal for him.
Orthopedics has been less than communicative, and I’ve had to advocate hard. At first, surgery was set for Monday, then pushed to today, and now we’re being told tomorrow. The good news is that Madonna called, and thanks to all of your prayers, insurance approved the transfer no waiting no delays/denial/appeals . Now we are just waiting on ortho to do the surgery on his foot.
His speech is improving every day. We’ve given him his phone back, so please be patient as he navigates communication with his friends. He is struggling with depth perception and dexterity, so typing is a challenge. When you receive a message in from him, know that it’s his effort to connect. Please be kind and understanding as he relearns and finds his way.
Keep praying for his brain. Keep praying for ortho. Keep praying that the transfer goes smoothly and for a full recovery for our boy.

Update courtesy Savannah Ferrell

Hurts Donut to hold fundraiser for Eli Ferrell this Friday

 BUTLER UPDATE! We are hosting a fundraiser for the family of Eli Ferrell THIS FRIDAY!


We will be donating 100% of the proceeds from a special tribute donut in honor of Eli. These will be sold at a marked up price to financially assist his family during recovery.
In addition to that, we will donate 10% of all hurts dozens sold.
The amount of product we bring is based on the amount of shares and engagement this post gets.
⏰ THIS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH at 11:00am until we sell out!
🚑Parking at: Dollar General, 905 W Fort Scott St, Butler, MO 64730
💚 Line up early! Some popular items will be limited supply!
🚑 We will be completely loaded with: 🚑
⭐️ The most delicious, homemade, JUMBO chocolate chip cookies, oatmeal cream pies and fudge rounds you’ve ever had in your life!!
⭐️ 8 flavors of HUGE cinnamon rolls (including strawberry cheesecake cinnamon rolls, caramel apple pie cinnamon rolls, Cherry Cheesecake, blueberry, lemon & more!)
⭐️ MASSIVE fritters
😍 COOKIE DOUGH DONUTS!! 4 flavors! Chocolate chip, sugar cookie, birthday cake & monster peanut butter dough!
⭐️ Our famous maple bacon bars & dozens of our most popular donuts
🍓 CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRY DONUTS & STRAWBERRIES & CREAM!
🍩 Double stuffed cream sticks!!
💵💳🐶 Accepting cash, card, & cute puppies!
FOR DAIRY OR GLUTEN FREE! Please call ahead! Allergy friendly donuts are pre-order only so we can keep them separate from the rest of the donuts! 417-368-0279 orders must be placed before 4pm Thursday! (this is the only thing that requires a pre-order!!) Tell your GF/DF friends!
Thank you so much for your support. Please help us spread the word about this event and engage with our post so we have a better idea of how much to bring!
We feel blessed to be included in your community, as you uplift this family. This fundraiser is our chance to stand beside them and lighten their load, just as Eli has always lifted up those around him. Every act of kindness helps, let’s return the same care and generosity he has poured into others.

Harrisonville police recover stolen vehicle

 


On September 8, at approximately 1602 hours, Officers with the police department were dispatched to an area of water near the road in the 3000 block of East Mechanic Street (7 Highway) for a call for service.

On scene, James with Echo Divers informed Officers that he had been flying his drone in the area and located a possible vehicle submerged in the water that appeared to have been there for some time.
Officers obtained permission from the property owner to locate and retrieve the vehicle from the water. With the assistance of the Lee Summit Underwater Recovery and J’s Southland Tow Company, the vehicle was removed from the water and determined to be a stolen truck reported in 2012! The vehicle appeared to have ran off the roadway into the water, most likely back in 2012. The vehicle owner has been notified.
There are no suspects at this time.

Archie city-wide cleanup coming September 20

 


Big warmup by the weekend

Obituary - Judith “Sherry” Stark

 Judith “Sherry” Stark, age 83 of Nevada, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in Nevada, MO.

     Sherry was born on January 11, 1942, in Kansas to Joseph and Pauletta Stark. She graduated high school and had worked as a supervisor in a boat manufacturing facility for many years before moving to Nevada, MO.  She enjoyed bowling and playing bingo.

     Sherry is survived by one brother, Jo Stark and three close friends which she referred to as her “adopted” family; Georgiana Hallam, Lindsey Desilva, and Jackie Harris as well as numerous “adopted” grandchildren and her dog Max.  She was preceded in death by her parents.

       Friends will be gathering on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 2:00 pm at Spring Street Park to celebrate the life of Sherry.

Little Apple news


 September 10, 2025

Second Wednesday, Meet Me On Main Shop and Stroll will be 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. September 10.  The following businesses and vendors will be participating: Jina's Junque, 3 Wishes, Rural Roots, 4th Street Fika, Cork & Keg, A.C. Library, Growing in Grace, Sandi's Kitchen, and A.C. T.N.R.


The monthly Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at the Appleton City Church of God will be 7:00 a.m.  Saturday September 13.  All the men of the community are invited to join them for a time of great food and fellowship.   Delbert Scott will have a short devotional.  


Appleton City Masonic Lodge #412 will be having an open meeting inviting everyone to attend the installation of officers Saturday September 13 at the Lodge Hall for the ensuing year.  Installation will be at 6:00 p.m. with refreshments following.


The Knights of Columbus will have their monthly pancake and sausage breakfast at the Knight’s Hall in Montrose on Sunday, September 14 from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.  Treat your family to a hot breakfast you don’t have to cook or clean up.  A free will donation will be greatly appreciated


The Appleton City First Christian Church cordially invites the public to attend their 150th year celebration Sunday September 21, 2025.  At 10:40, the Morning Worship service will include the history of the church and former minister messages. Afterward, in the Exie Mae Peeler Fellowship Hall, there will be lunch and a historical slide video loop.  There will be an exhibit in the basement until 3:00 p.m.  


Parents As Teachers Family Group Connection “It’s Not Just A Box” will be held Monday, September 22 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. This come and go event will be held in the PAT room located behind the middle building in the East room of the trailer.  All children ages birth through 5 years old, along with their parents are encouraged to attend.  If you have any questions, please contact Amy Raybourn at 660-476-2108 or araybourn@appletoncity.k12.mo.us.


September 10, during Meet Me On Main St, Growing In Grace’s Community will serve soft-serve ice cream and cotton candy. September 20, kids fun day, they are having a free painting party with Shelli Bales but you must pre-register on Growing In Grace Community Center facebook page. They accept donations so they can have events for the community and everything is put back into the community center for events and entertainment.


2025 marks 90 years since Dr. Ellett first opened Ellett Hospital in 1935.  To help commemorate this great milestone the hospital is hosting a 90th Anniversary Celebration on October 24 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. A slideshow of Ellett Hospital throughout those 90 years will be part of the festivities. To complete the slideshow they are asking for help from the local community.  If you have photos of Ellett Hospital from years past, please reach out to Michelle Siegismund.  They are especially interested in photos from the old hospital building and photos of the current facility from 1973-early 2000’s.  You can contact Michelle Siegismund at by phone at 660-476-5249, email at michelle.siegismund@ellettmemorial.com or by sending a Facebook messenger message to the Ellett Memorial Hospital Facebook account.


Funds are needed for the backpack program. Holy Trinity Church in AC houses this project, which is funded by you, the community.  They now are sending 35 packs of food home with school kids weekly. The cost is $950 per month and they are reaching out for help. Donations may be made to: TUMC, with memo: Backpack. Thank You.


As of September 7, Holy Trinity Church (TUMC) services will now be: 9:15 – Sunday School, 10:00 – Fellowship, 10:30 – Worship Service.


The 2025 EMH Community Block Party will be 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Ellett Memorial Hospital in AC. The Block Party will have little something for everyone.  Reduced-price lab draws will be available from 8:00-11:00 a.m.  Booths will be set up with health information on available services and resources.  Come shop the vendors! It’s never too early to start your Christmas Shopping and they have small business vendors on-site selling a wide range of products.  There will also be several activities for the kids to enjoy: bounce house, petting zoo, face painting, kid’s games, fire truck and ambulance. EMH will also be providing free snow cones, popcorn, and cotton candy. The St. Clair Co Sheriff’s Department will have K-9 demos. Bring the whole family for a fun day at the EMH Community Block Party! Check the EMH Community Block Party Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=emh%20community%20block%20party for more information.


The A.C. Fall City Wide Garage Sale dates are set for October 3-4. Permits are $5 and can be purchased at City Hall beginning Monday, September 15 - Tuesday, September 30. Permits to set up in the City Park are $25 for the pole shelter, $15 for the stage, $10 for lawn permits and these fees cover both days. Park permits can also be purchased at City Hall on a first come, first served basis and cannot be reserved by phone. Maps will be available at Food Fair, Casey's, Fika and Powell’s True Value beginning Thursday afternoon. House of Joy Ministries will be at the City Park on Saturday from 3:00-5:00 to collect donations, but may leave earlier if the trailer is full. For questions, please contact Dianne Foster at 660-679-1125.


Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City offers outpatient specialist services for September, 2025. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments. Sept 16 Rheumatology - Dr. John, Sept 17 Upper GI, Colonoscopy - Dr. Namin, Sept 18 Podiatry - Dr. Pace, Sept 19 Ortho - Noble, FNP, Sept 24 Ophthalmology - Dr. Soni, Sept 24 Ortho - Dr. Gray, Sept 25 Neurology - Dr. Shoaib, Sept 30 Rheumatology - Dr. John.


CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Sept 10     Second Wednesday, Meet Me On Main Shop and Stroll 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Sept 12     Project Connect free, one day event from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Benson Center in Clinton, MO

Sept 13     Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at the Appleton City Church of God 7:00 a.m.  

Sept 13     Appleton City Masonic Lodge #412 installation of officers 6:00 p.m.

Sept 14     Knights of Columbus monthly pancake and sausage breakfast at the Knight’s Hall in Montrose 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.


Cass county deputies take fugitive into custody

 


On 09/09/25 at around 12:45 p.m., Deputies with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Kansas City Police Officers and the United States Marshals Service Midwest Violent Fugitive Task Force arrested 41-year-old Richard Holliday at State Route 291 and E 175th St. in Pleasant Hill.

Holliday was wanted on two Jackson County warrants, one for homicide and another for burglary.
Deputies with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office transported Holliday to the Jackson County Jail, where he will be held.

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