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Adrian Community Theater- Meet the cast, "Irene"

Jaime Reitz (Irene)

Jaime teaches science by day and enjoys reading and spending time with her dogs in her free time. She is a proud wife and mother of two and is delighted to share the stage with her daughter, Rena (as Sarah), in this production. This marks her third time performing on stage, having previously played Rachel and Martha Vance in The Outsider and Clairee in Steel Magnolias. Jaime has also assisted backstage with Let Him Sleep Until His Funeral and co-directed The House Amongst the Willows. She loves being involved with ACT and contributing wherever she is needed.

Don’t miss this endearing tale as our talented cast brings it to life on stage!

Seats are filling fast — make your reservations today!

‘A Candle in the Window’ by L. Don Swartz

TWO WEEKENDS ONLY, November 7-9 and 14-16

Old High School Gym, Butler, MO.

RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED AS SEATING IS LIMITED

www.actadrian.com or call (816) 239-0555

(Thanks to a very generous contribution from an anonymous Donor there will be no charge for tickets)

Registration Opens for Missouri Governor’s Conference on Agriculture

Farm and ranch leaders set to join together Nov. 12-13, 2025.

Registration is open for the 51st Missouri Governor’s Conference on Agriculture, scheduled for Nov. 12-13, 2025 at the Wyndham Executive Center in Columbia, Mo.

“As a first-generation farmer and proud supporter of our state’s top economic driver, I look forward to joining agriculture partners from across the state in Columbia for this conference,” said Governor Mike Kehoe. “A priority of our administration is to help create opportunities to add value to the agriculture products grown and raised here. The Governor’s Conference on Agriculture will bring all aspects of the industry together to talk about ways to move agriculture forward.”

Missouri farmers, ranchers, agribusiness leaders and aspiring agriculturalists are invited to enjoy the program, which will include a commodity outlook, awards luncheon and nationally recognized speakers. The popular Best of Missouri Grown reception will also return Wednesday, Nov. 12.

“We are excited to host the first Governor’s Conference on Agriculture with Governor Kehoe,” said Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn. “A tremendous speaker lineup will offer valuable information for farmers, ranchers and agribusiness owners. We look forward to welcoming producers from across Missouri.”

The Missouri Agriculture Awards will honor two individuals who are leaders in Missouri agriculture education and food animal veterinary medicine. To nominate a leader for a Missouri agriculture award, visit Agriculture.Mo.Gov/awards. Nominations are due by Sept. 30.

Conference registration is required and is now available here.

Members of the media planning to cover the Missouri Governor’s Conference on Agriculture should contact Christi Miller at Christi.miller@mda.mo.gov or (573) 751-4211 for additional information and media registration.

For more information about the Missouri Department of Agriculture, visit the Department online at Agriculture.Mo.Gov.

MU Extension offering Youth Mental Health aid in online session

The upcoming Youth Mental Health First Aid online session is designed to help adults recognize and respond to signs of mental health challenges in young people. Whether you're a parent, teacher, coach, or community member — this training empowers you to make a difference.

Sept. 29

8:30 a.m — 3 p.m.

Virtual

The course requires advanced registration. Participants must complete 2-hours of self-paced training before the course date.

3 Butler juveniles hurt when car strikes utility pole

Just after 4 am on Saturday first responders were called to county road 1003 just north of Main street in Butler for a single car accident sending three to a local hospital.

According to the Highway Patrol Report a 2014 Ford Fusion left the roadway, struck a culvert then struck an utility pole and overturned resulting in minor injuries to the driver, a 17 year old male, along with passengers both males aged 16 and 17. The report indicates all three were wearing seatbelts.

The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene.

Due to a policy change, the MSHP no longer provides names of victims in publicly available accident reports. Hardcopy detailed reports are available from the MSHP at a cost of $6 with an unknown delivery time due to a severe backlog, according to the MSHP website.

Week 5 football games this Friday

Bottom team will host

Adrian 1-3
Butler 3-1

Harrisonville 4-0
Cassville 1-3

Oak Grove 0-4
Clinton 3-1

Lone Jack 0-4
Cole Camp 2-2

Bishop LeBlond 1-3
Archie 3-1

New Heights 1-3
Appleton City 3-1

Nevada 3-1
East Newton 0-4

Lexington 0-4
Holden 3-1

Liberal 3-1
Jasper 1-3

Osceola 2-2
Lockwood 4-0

Crest Ridge 2-2
Midway 2-2

Lamar 3-1
Mt. Vernon 1-3

Sherwood 0-4
Pleasant Hope 1-3

Drexel 2-2
Rich Hill 0-4

Winsor 4-0
Stockton 2-2

Brief storms possible this afternoon

SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS will re-develop across East Kansas and West Missouri this afternoon.

Timing should be after 2pm, and not everybody will get one.

If storms do organize, primary threats this afternoon will be gusty winds and brief, marginally severe hail.

Sponsor an employee while supporting Disability Employment Awareness Month

October is National October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the talents, dedication, and value our employees bring each day. To show our appreciation, we’re putting together a special thank-you gift for every employee—and we’d love for you to be part of it!

You can sponsor an employee for $30 and help us highlight the support of our community. Simply pick a number between 1 and 22 to be matched with the employee you’ll sponsor.

Want to make it extra special? You’re welcome to include a handwritten thank-you note to go along with your gift. Our employees will truly treasure the kindness and encouragement!

Donations can be dropped off at Bates County Industries or via our website: https://www.batescountyindustries.com/donate, a time to celebrate the talents, dedication, and value our employees bring each day. To show our appreciation, we’re putting together a special thank-you gift for every employee—and we’d love for you to be part of it!

You can sponsor an employee for $30 and help us highlight the support of our community. Simply pick a number between 1 and 22 to be matched with the employee you’ll sponsor.

Want to make it extra special? You’re welcome to include a handwritten thank-you note to go along with your gift. Our employees will truly treasure the kindness and encouragement!

Donations can be dropped off at Bates County Industries or via our website: https://www.batescountyindustries.com/donate