Stolen car recovered; juveniles arrested

In the early morning hours of October 6th, we received a call about a car that had just been stolen on the south end of town. Officers had been doing extra patrols in this area due to all the thefts from vehicles that had been occurring recently. The stolen car was quickly located in the area and a pursuit ensued. The driver of the stolen car eventually crashed, and the two occupants were arrested. A third occupant had exited the vehicle during the pursuit and was also arrested. Located inside the stolen vehicle was a stolen firearm from a different vehicle in the area. All three people who were arrested are local juveniles, so their identity cannot be released.

At this point in the investigation, we believe this group is responsible for the recent thefts that have occurred from vehicles in the neighborhoods near South Street and Independence Street. However, some of those thefts were not caught on video and had no witnesses so there may be other people involved.

Please remain vigilant about locking your cars, keeping them in a safe place, and securing your valuables.

Courtesy Harrisonville Police Department

Report from the Bates County Commission

October 15, 2025 The Bates County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Jim Wheatley and Southern Commissioner Trent Nelson present. Commissioner John Gray was absent.

County Clerk Jami Page, informed the Commission that Rick Laning was resigning as Trustee of New Home Township. They would like for the Commission to appoint Phil Marlin to replace him.

Trent made the motion to appoint Phil Marlin as Trustee for New Home Township for the remainder of Rick Laning's term. Jim seconded the motion. All vote yes. Motion passed. No opposition.

October 20, 2025 The Bates County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Jim Wheatley, Northern Commissioner John Gray and Southern Commissioner Trent Nelson present.

9:30 a.m. Judge Highley met with the Commission regarding the Opioid money. The Judge had emailed the Commission the bylaws, resolution and application. Judge had told Samantha from Code 1 Wellness when she met with her that there was not a board set up yet. The Judge said that she did not put Samantha on the board. The board would take the burden off the Commission. Donna Morris and Jim Wheatley had both filed reports that there had not been any money spent in 2024. The Judge asked the Commission if they wanted a board to support this. The Commission said yes, they wanted a board and then the Commission will review the applications and decide to approve or deny the requests. There are a lot more things that the opioid money can be used for besides telehealth and behavioral health. Jim gave Gasconade County’s request for funding to the Judge for her to use to create a more detailed application. The Judge reiterated to the Commission that she has not yet formed a board and has not promised any funds. Nothing can be done until the Commission adopts the resolution. Once the Commission adopts the resolution then the Judge will form a board. But it won’t be done before the summit that Code 1 Wellness is having. The Commission has concerns over what Code 1 Wellness is going to use the funding for. Code 1 Wellness asked for $15,000 for their summit. There is over $8000 requested for just food. Jim stated that the money is to be used for mental health dependency from opioids. What they are asking for is mental health care for First Responders. The Judge said that they will be getting requests from treatment court for opioid use and funding requests from another organization to supply Narcan. There will also be applications to send people to the State Treatment Court. Treatment Court does not have a source of funding. The Judge stated, initially, there will be monthly meetings of the board. She said that we have been blessed with these funds and must find good use for them. She wants to put the Prosecution Attorney, Judge, someone from treatment court, the Victim Advocate, an alumnus from treatment court and a member of the public on the board. The Judge is going to resend the resolution to the Commission in a word document so they can make changes to it. She will also revise the application. The Judge stated that she will leave the Summit up to the Commission to decide if they are going to fund it or not.

10:00 a.m. The Commission attended the salary commission meeting with elected officials.

After the Salary Commission adjourned, the Commission discussed employee COLAs for next year. Jim stated we must give employees at least a 3 ¾ % COLA due to the salary commission giving officeholders a 3 ½ % COLA. Chad Anderson recommended it being a feasible amount then officeholders can give their employees a performance raise. Chad would like to see the Commission give a 4% or 5% COLA. He likes that flexibility. The COLA must be the same for all employees. Last year, employees received a 5% COLA. John Gray made the motion to give employees a 4% COLA and let officeholders give an additional performance increase based on their budgets. Jim Wheatley seconded the motion. Trent Nelson said he would like to see the employees get a 5% COLA. John stated it allows the officeholders to give additional. There was no further discussion. All were in favor. Motion passed.

11:00 a.m. Vanessa and Samantha from Code 1 Wellness met with the Commission. Vanessa got a call from the hospital, and she had to clarify with them what happened in the last meeting with the Commission. Code 1 does support the hospital. Judge Highley called her to state that the Commission did not communicate with her. The Judge told Vanessa that she is out as far as the board goes. Vanessa made a new application. Jim told them that they had met with the Judge that morning. Samantha said the Judge told her that she wanted Samantha on the board as a treatment liaison. Vanessa does not want to be the middleman anymore. John said there was conflicting information. Jim told them what the Judge and told the Commission this morning. Samantha said the Judge told them they could have the money for the summit, and she would fund it. The Opioid Network is involved with the summit, and they would handle the educational aspect of things. November 13th is when the educational portion of the summit will be held at the Optimist. This will be for the community to come in and see what they officer. On day 1, November 12th, they will facilitate a non-biased round table. They can fund their own portion on the 12th. Code 1 Wellness has to fund the second day for the education portion. They are requesting $15,000 for the second day of the summit but they want to also help with the first day. Jill Eriksen is their contact from UMKC. Jim said the Commission is waiting for the board to be set up then they can sign the resolution. Vanessa said that was great news and glad the Judge is back on board. They will keep in contact with Judge Highley.

3:30 Kacie Robey and Daniel Stewart met with the Commission regarding a tax sale issue. Daniel was contacted by a realtor regarding property that Jeff Tourtillott owns in Rich Hill. There is an issue with 40 feet of property on the east side of the house that is located on Hickory street. Jeff owns the 40 feet and the problem is that it was sold at tax sale this year. Jeff bought the property in 2022 from Citizen's Bank. Gary Hazen bought the property at tax sale. The Assessor shows the 40 feet was still owned by Evelyn Meyers. The bank took it over in 2021. Jeff bought it from the bank but the Assessor still shows Meyers owns it. The Assessor never changed the property to the bank or to Jeff. Kacie sold the property because back taxes were showing due because of the Assessor never changed the property in the system to the new owner. Kacie believes she can refund the money to the buyer from the tax sale. Jeff did everything correct that he needed to do by recording the deed in his name. Jim stated that something happened between the Recorder and the Assessor. Kacie needs to undo what was done at the tax sale. Jeff shouldn't owe any penalty or interest. The Commission advised Kacie to contact her attorney.

Jami Page, Bates County Clerk was served a summons in a civil case. The defendant on the case is Bates County. She advised the Commission they needed to send the summons to their attorney because they have 30 days to respond to the summons. This does not have anything to do with her or her office. It is in regards to tax sale surplus money.

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Sutton & Nelson Garage Sale. Saturday, November 1st 8 AM - 2 PM. Hometown Crop Solutions (Ryan Hooper) Building. 7 N Railroad Street, Butler (Behind Railroad Salon). 1b29

GARAGE SALE - RAIN OR SHINE - 303 W. Park St., Butler. Friday, November 7th 8am-4pm and Saturday, November 8th 8am-? (CASH ONLY). Clothes, Toys, Furniture and much more. Everything is half price. “Simpson”. 2a29

FOR SALE - 1988 Cajun Ski/Fishing Boat with trailer. 4.3L, 175 HP. New Trolling Motor. $5000 OBO. For more information call 660-200-6500 2a29

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3-day Multi-family Yard Sale Oct. 30 - Nov 1, 2025 from 8:30 am - 4 pm. Furniture, clothes, fishing lures, electric supplies, plus more. 183 SE Hwy B Rich Hill (just west of the Apache Motel) 2a22

ATTENTION - Senior Dance (40 and up), Tuesday, November 4th, 6pm - 9pm (Doors open at 5pm). Elks Lodge, Butler, MO. Featuring the Briar Ridge Band, Bring a snack, NO BEVERAGES. Contact Phyllis Weeks at 660-424-0750 for more information. 2a22

HAY FOR SALE - Mixed grass 5x6 round bales $25. Delivery available please call John @ 816-596-5938 8a22

Advantage Hearing Aid Center, Inc. 803 A S Commercial Street, Harrisonville, MO 816-925-4574, M-F 9-4 -Sale on All SMILE Products!! 4b22

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FOR SALE - 2021 Nitro Z18 bass boat, 150 Mercury motor still under warranty. Hot foot pedal, Jack plate, Ultrex trolling motor. 2 fish finders. Color-white with silver and gray metallic striping, dual axle trailer w/brakes. Beautiful boat, excellent condition, has boat cover, always stored inside $31,000, 660-200-6155 2a15

HEY BATES COUNTY - The Amsterdam strip is new and alive. Go check out these new businesses RUSTIC REBEL / FLY OVER STATE COFFEE AND CREAMERY, PLAIN JANES SOAP AND STUFF, ALICE ON MAIN, IRON RIDGE RANCH FLORAL, HOUSE OF JOY THRIFT STORE, RIDGE TO ALPACAS FARM STORE, AMSTERDAM MERCANTILE FARM MARKET, AMSTERDAM THEATER, BURLAP AND BLING SPECIALTY STORE, AMSTERDAM CAFE. Lets support our local small businesses Z

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Roger Lawrence Plumbing, LLC. - 5th generation local plumber, family owned and insured. Specializing in sump pumps and clogged drains. Bates County and surrounding areas. 660-424-1287 8a17 

4L Farms & Earthwork. Rock, Ponds, Skid Steer, Tree Shearing, Brush Removal, Fence Line Cleaning, Competitive Pricing and mention this ad for a free estimate. Call or Text 660-227-9365. 4b8 

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PATTERSON’S HOME IMPROVEMENT - Family owned, serving Bates County for over 25 years. Call 816-769-7229 for all of your home improvement needs, Siding, Windows, Roofing, Doors, Room Additions and more. z

DEEMS STUMP REMOVAL serving Bates County and surrounding areas since 1962. Free estimates and reasonable rates, quality work. Tom Deems 660-679-5322 or Daniel Deems 816-807-5141 z

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Update in Leeton church arson Investigation

Today, the Johnson County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with Leeton Police Chief Rick Stropes and the Missouri State Fire Marshal's Office, assisted in the investigation of the arson incident at the Leeton United Methodist Church.

During the investigation, juveniles have been identified as having committed the arson. Due to their age, further information regarding their identities cannot be released in compliance with Missouri law governing juvenile information.

This case will be referred to the Johnson County Juvenile Office for appropriate actions.

We appreciate the community's support and cooperation!

Thank you,

Johnson County Sheriff’s Office

Obituary - John Rollin Hiser

John Rollin Hiser passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Per his wishes, no services are scheduled.

John was born on April 30, 1943, in Gassville, AR, to Wilburn and Magnolia (Davenport) Hiser. He grew up in Archie, MO, and graduated from Archie High School in 1961. John was a decorated veteran of the United States Army, where he served as an Infantry Sergeant in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969.

John was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Don Hiser. He is survived by his daughter, Connie Hallen, and her husband, Jeff; his oldest son, Brett, and daughter-in-law, Shannon; and his youngest son, Scott, and daughter-in-law, Rachelle. John will be missed by his five grandchildren: Jake, Emily, Jack, Ethan, and Sydney; as well as, his great-grandson, Jackson. John is survived by two sisters: Elaine Hatter of Harrisonville, MO; and Aneva Hiser of Kansas City, MO; and his sister-in-law, Josie Hiser.

Honorary pallbearers include: Meryl Bohannon, John Goethe, Vince Mazuch, Harvey Oberweather, Gary Paul, Mike Rumley, CE Sliffe, Steve Schindler, and Larry Varner.

Obituary - Jaxon Ray Bechtel

It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Jaxon Ray Bechtel, age 18, of Harrisonville, Missouri, who left this world on Monday, October 20, 2025, as a result of a tragic accident. Family and friends are invited to gather for a Blue & White Celebration to honor Jaxon's life at the Harrisonville High School Stadium at 7:00pm on Saturday, October 25, 2025. A funeral service will be held at Harrisonville United Methodist Church on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM. Private interment at Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO. Memorial donations are suggested to Cass Career Center.

Jaxon was born on March 5, 2007, in Overland Park, Kansas, to Steve and Alexis (Eisel) Bechtel; and spent his youth surrounded by the warmth and love of family. A proud member of the Harrisonville High School Class of 2025, Jaxon graduated with his high school diploma just months before his passing. He was a talented athlete with a passion for sports, particularly baseball, which he adored. He also played football, demonstrating a competitive spirit and a love for teamwork. Beyond the field, Jaxon found joy in the simple pleasures of life, including fishing and cruising around town in his cherished 1996 Ford Ranger truck.

Jaxon contributed to his community through his work at Midwest Lumber, where he was a dedicated employee in the delivery department. His determination and strong work ethic were admired by colleagues and customers alike, and he took pride in every aspect of his role.

Jaxon will be deeply missed by his loving family, which includes his parents, Steve and Alexis Bechtel, of the home; his brothers, Reese and Callen Bechtel; his grandparents, Mark (Kathy) Eisel, Susan Bechtel, and Larry (Kathy) Bechtel; his great-grandfather, Everett Bechtel; as well as, many aunts, uncles, cousins, his loving girlfriend, and friends . His loss leaves an irreplaceable void in the hearts of everyone who had the honor of knowing him.

Little Apple News

 

October 22, 2025

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. At 10:00 a.m., the doors open and slide shows begin. From 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. lunch served. Garrett Hawkins will give a kick off speech at noon and closing remarks will be delivered as the event winds down. At 2:00 p.m., there will be a distribution of any remaining door prizes.

AC Masonic Lodge #412 will have a pancake breakfast 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Sunday, October 26 at the Masonic Hall, 219 E. 3rd St.  Adults can have “all you can eat” for $10, $7 for children under 10 and kids 5 and under eat free.  There will be raffles for cash prizes.  

Appleton City and Hudson Parents As Teachers will host its Safe Trick or Treat Monday, October 27, starting at 10:00 a.m. at the AC Park.  All kids age birth to preschool age (5) are welcome.

First Baptist Church members and AC FFA members will pick up Trick or Treat for World Hunger food donation bags on Wednesday afternoon October 22.  Please fill your bags and set them out on your porches to help fill the local food pantry before the holidays. 

Ellett Memorial Hospital announces its 8th Annual Girl’s Day Out Breast Cancer Awareness on Sunday, November 9, 2025 from 11-00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  It is a community wellness event targeting breast cancer education, prevention, awareness and support.   Diagnostic Imaging, P.A. will have their mobile coach unit here to conduct 3D mammogram screenings.  Scheduling is open now to call and make your appointment at 913-344-9989. They will serve a light lunch with sweet treats, door prizes and vendors available. They invite everyone to participate with or without a scheduled mammogram. This important event is held to bring a vital service to this community and surrounding area, focusing on breast cancer awareness.  Call 660-476-5216 with any questions. 

Appleton City 3 and 4 year old screening will be held Friday, November 7, beginning at 8:30 a.m.  Contact the Elementary School Office for info. .

Ellett Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is hosting a Book Fair located in the Out Patient Hallway from 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 30. Shop the WIDE selection of books, gifts, gadgets and must haves right before holiday season.  Book Fair Mike is accepting cash, credit, Apple Pay, Google Pay and payroll deduct for EMH employees.  Everyone is welcome to come begin holiday shopping and check out the new arrivals. You will find a wonderful selection at delightful prices on cool and unique items as gifts

The Golden Apples will meet 5:00 p.m. October 23 at Farmhouse Kitchen for fellowship, food and fun. The menu will be centered around fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy. Please bring sides and desserts to compliment the meal and be ready to win some bingo prizes afterward.

--Halloween in the park hosted by GFWC-Achievers will be October 31. Free hotdogs will be served 5:00-6:30 p.m.  Costume judging for all ages, begins at 5:30.  The GFWC-Achievers would love to see all the spooks!

--Appleton City Church of God Trunk or Treat will be October 31 6:00 p.m. until the treats are gone. All children of the community are welcome.

--First Christian Church will have hot dogs, treats and a treasure chest starting at 5:00 p.m. at the shelter. 

--First Baptist Church will have Trunk or Treat 6:00-8:00 p.m. or until the treats are gone.

--Appleton Estates (300 S. Beech St) residents will be in the community room handing out candy to any kids that would like to stop by from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. October 31 to trick or treat them. The residents love to see the kids in their costumes, so please feel free to stop by.

October 27 is the 32nd anniversary of “The Little Apple”, which began in 1993 by the A. C. Economic Development as way of informing residents of news and events sponsored by area businesses and organizations.  Items of a clearly personal nature, such as birthdays, anniversaries, awards (not group sponsored), personal sales and the like are not accepted for publication. The Appleton City Industrial Development Committee would like to thank the citizens of the area for their support over the last 32 years.  They would also like to thank the volunteers who help make this newsletter possible.  Community First Bank and their employees who photocopy the issues each and every week and the many contributors who have donated the funds to purchase the paper it is printed on.  We would especially like to offer special thanks to the volunteers who collate and deliver the Apple each week.  The Little Apple is truly a worldwide newsletter, being sent by email to people interested in A. C. all over the world.  If you would like to subscribe to the Little Apple by email (or unsubscribe), please send your email address to dcp81@embarqmail.com.  

Christmas in The Country is December 6, 2025.  It is time for all businesses and organizations to make plans for their open house or activity for the day’s event. A coordinator is needed to organize the times and locations for publicity and advertising.  They are seeking volunteers.

Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City offers outpatient specialist services for October, 2025. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments. Oct 22 - Ortho-Dr. Gray, Oct 22 – Ophthalmology, Dr. Soni,   Oct 28 - Rheumatology-Dr. John, Oct 30 - Neurology- Dr. Shoaib

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Oct 24     90th Anniversary Celebration for Ellett Memorial Hospital 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Oct 26     Masonic pancake breakfast 7:30-1:30

Oct 27     Safe Trick or Treat on Main Street (Appleton City) starting at 10:00 a.m.

Oct 30     Ellett Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Book Fair located in the Out Patient Hallway from 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Oct 31     Halloween activities

Nov 2      Daylight Savings Time ends.  Set clocks back 1 hour

Fall weather arrives

 

Chilly start: Most of us dipped into the upper 30's this morning.

Same for tomorrow morning: Only the 'frost possible area' expands a little. Check an upcoming post if you're concerned about outdoor vegetation needing covered.

High pressure is in charge today & Thursday. Calm with very few clouds and plenty of sunshine.

Rain builds back in Thursday overnight, but better chances keep trending south.

Still, expect scattered showers to a few thunderstorms on Friday.

-Greg@660weather