Eli Ferrell makes Homecoming appearance

 

As Eli Ferrell continues a long road to recovery following a serious auto accident, he did make a very special appearance at Deaton Field in Butler last last night. Below are words from his mother, Savannah:

Tonight I witnessed something I wasn’t sure I’d ever see again.

Eli wheeled himself onto that field wearing his number six Butler Bear jersey — and for a moment, it felt like the whole world stood still.

The crowd, the lights, the smell of the grass — all the things he’s fought so hard to get back to. That smile on his face said more than words ever could.

These boys, this team — they’re not just teammates, they’re family. Every single one of them has carried a piece of Eli’s fight right alongside him and I can never thank them enough!

We may not have walked away with the win tonight, but seeing my boy back under those lights, surrounded by the people who have loved and prayed him through the unthinkable — that’s a victory no scoreboard could ever measure.

Shoutout to my sister for capturing the moments I am to busy crying through !

Butler Alumni enjoy weekend of reminiscing

 

Congrats to Butler High School Alumni King Steven Miller, Class of 1986 and Alumni Queen Annette Schwander, Class of 1980. Chaperones were Gary Schowengerdt, Class of 1965 and Judy Daniel, Class of 1963.

Below, Parade Marshall and Alumni Jason Lawrence, Class of 1990 with Chaperone and Alumni Dustin Foster, Class of 1988. The Butler Alumni celebration continues throughout this weekend.

Butler Homecoming royalty

 

Congratulations to Princess Braelynn Isaacson and Queen Kalie Kormaz who were crowned during ceremonies last night at Deaton Field. Unfortunately, the Bears were edged by just 2 points, resulting in a loss to Cole Camp 38-36.

Obituary - Richard Carr

Richard James Carr, 91, of Harrisonville, MO passed peacefully on October 1, 2025. He was born June 19, 1934 in Kansas City, Missouri to the late Q. Vernon Carr and Grace (Stockinger) Carr.

Richard proudly began a career as a Disk Jockey at KHMO in Hannibal, MO. He was an avid Ham Radio Operator and after graduating from Devry in Kansas City, enjoyed his career at Honeywell (formerly Bendix) for 35 years.

He was an active member of Coronation Of Our Lady Catholic Church as well as the Knight’s of Columbus for over 50 years. Richard previously served as Grand Knight for Council 4387 in Kansas City, Missouri.

He was married, for 59 years, to his late wife, Mary Ann (Ryan) Carr. Together they had 8 children.

Steve Carr, Pam Redding and Husband Joe, Cathy Simonds and Husband, Dave, Pat Carr, Mike Carr, Lisa Brendle, Carolyn Hutsell and Husband Anthony.

He also leaves his 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Richard was preceded in death by his first-born son, Richard James Carr Jr, his wife, Mary Ann Carr, and his granddaughter, Paige Alexis Brown.

He will forever be remembered by his funny, joking personality making others feel comfortable.

Funeral Mass for Richard will be held on Friday, October 10, 2025 at 11:00 am at Coronation of Our Lady Parish in Grandview, MO. The family will receive friends at the church prior to the service starting at 10:00 am. The Rosary service is at 10:45 am before mass begins.

Amoret man seriously injured in train accident

Around 3:30 yesterday afternoon, police and first responders were called to a railroad crossing on county road 3002 just north of Amoret on a report that a train had struck a motorcycle. According to the Missouri Highway Patrol report, the 68 year old male rider was westbound on 3002 when the train made contact with the motorcycle, ejecting the rider.

The patient was airlifted to Research Medical Center in Kansas City for treatment and his current disposition is unknown. The MSHP was assisted at the scene by fire department personnel and the Bates County Sheriff's Office.

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 6 football scores

Scores to be added as they become available

Cole Camp 38
Butler 36

Versailles 0
Adrian 61

Archie 56
Drexel 12

Warsaw 48
El Dorado Springs 0

Jasper 60
Greenfield 36

Pleasant Hill 6
Harrisonville 31

Windsor 12
Hillsboro 41

Holden 35
Lafayette county 6

Lockwood 72
Liberal 20

Crest Ridge 38
Lone Jack 14

Lamar 7
Nevada 27

Appleton City 
Osceola 

Clinton 61
Pleasant Hope 0

Sherwood 28
Stockton 33

Midway 12
Windsor 16

Northland Christian 38
Rich Hill 16

Motorcycle vs train accident near Amoret

First responders have been summoned county road 3002 at the railroad intersection just north of Amoret on a report of an accident involving a train and a motorcycle.

No further details are available. Use caution if traveling through the area.

Obituary - Gunner Gordon Lee

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gunner Gordon Lee, who left this world too soon at the young age of 20 on Thursday, October 2, 2025, due to a tragic accident in Platte County, Missouri. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Gunner's vibrant spirit at a visitation at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Fellowship Church - Raymore Campus. Interment will follow at Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO.

A complete obituary will be posted when it is available.