For safety's sake, "Charlotte" was carefully relocated outside city limits as many trick or treaters will be in the area tomorrow evening.
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Just in time for Halloween?
Bates County Memorial Hospital Names Constance Snyder October Employee of the Month
Constance is a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with High Street Family Care Clinic, where she is known for her upbeat personality, teamwork, and dedication to both patients and coworkers. A fellow employee described Constance as “helpful, funny, kind, and a real light to work with,” adding that patients appreciate her warmth and attentiveness.
Her dependability, compassion, and positive attitude make Stan an invaluable member of the High Street Family Care Clinic team and the BCMH family. We are proud to honor Constance this month for the difference she makes every day.
Stay connected with what’s going on at BCMH! Visit https://bcmhospital.com/news/
Tragic fire near Virginia claims two lives
Unfortunately, a short time later it was discovered that long time local residents Wesley and Zelda Coleman of Butler, Mo. had succumbed to injuries related to the fire.
The cause and exact circumstances are still under investigation, according to officials.
Obituary - Robert “Bob” Lee Schnoebelen
Bob was born August 26, 1938 to Claude & Maggie (Fisher) Simmons in St. Clair County, Tiffin, MO. When Bob was 16 days old, his mother passed away, which resulted in Bob & his twin sister being adopted by their mother’s siter and husband, Claude & Lilly (Fischer) Schnoebelen.
He attended elementary school at Herrell Grade School & attended high school at Butler High School graduating in the class of 1956. Following graduation he attended Southwest Baptist College in Bolivar, MO for 2 years.
Later, he was employed at GM Leeds Plant in KC, MO.
Bob was drafted into the US Army on October 6, 1961. He served 13 months in Germany & his last duty assignment was 1st BG 18th Inf, Fort Riley, KS. He was honorably discharged from the US Army & went back to employment at GM Leeds Plant in KC, MO.
Bob was united in marriage to his wife of 59 years, Judith Ann Lockard on May 1, 1964. They had one daughter, Trudy & one son, William.
After his employment with GM, he held several positions in heating/cooling, as well as sheet metal work. Later he was employed at KCPL as an Insulator/Pipe Coverer. He retired from KCPL in September 2000. After that retirement, he spent time as a driver for Max Motors.
Bob was a member of Bates 180 IOOF. He served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Missouri in 1987. He held several appointed offices in Grand Lodge prior to becoming Grand Master. Bob held numerous offices in the Sovereign Grand Lodge of the world. He served as Grand Patriarch of the Grand Encampment of Missouri in 2003.
Bob was also a lifetime member of the Bates County Elks Lodge #2653 & was a Past Exalted Ruler. He was a member of the Adrian Rebekah Lodge #449. Bob also served two terms on the City Council for Ward 4.
Bob attended First Baptist Church of Butler in his younger days & later in life he attended Happy Hill Church of God. He loved to sing at Church.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Judy, his parents, his three brothers (Claude Jr. Simmons, William Simmons & Richard Simmons), his two sisters (Edith Miller, Odessa Kelly) & twin sister, Roberta Schnoebelen.
Survivors include his one daughter, Trudy Morgan of Hamilton, Texas, his one son, William Schnoebelen of Kansas City, Kansas; five grandchildren, Kendra Norton, Buddy Stewart, Bobby Baker (all in Texas), Anna (Schnoebelen) Diaz & Olivia Schnoebelen (both in Independence, MO); eight great-grandchildren in Texas & Missouri. He also had several nieces & nephews.
Bates County set to hire replacement employees
Weekly report from the Bates County Commission
The Commission approved invoices for payment.
Adam Thomas with the Sheriff's Office gave the Commission the award agreement for the MO Blue Shield Grant Program. Jim Wheatley signed the award agreement.
Bill Stephan with Road and Bridge was in to discuss hiring an employee. Bill has an applicant that he would like to offer the position to. He has a Class A CDL with the Hazmat endorsement. John Gray made the motion to pay this applicant $23.00 per hour based on his experience and a CDL. Trent Nelson seconded the motion. There was no further discussion. All were in favor. Motion passed. There are going to be three road and bridge employees that will be retiring within the next six months. In the spring they will have to hire two more employees. One of those employees will be assigned to mowing and will not be required to have a CDL. Bill also gave the Commission an update on the new bridge that is being built in Grand River township. They also discussed ordering a new tractor and mower in hopes they will have it in the spring.
John Gray received an email from Vanessa with Code 1 Wellness. They would like to withdraw their proposal for the opioid funds.
Reviewed invoices for payment on Wednesday.
Jim worked on revising the Opioid Resolution. John will need to look it over and then they will send it to Judge Highley.
Jim took the civil summons to Cook Insurance to see if they will assign an attorney to the case. If not, they will have to hire their own attorney.
The Commission received information on authorizing and collection of fees and credits on SB3 from their attorney. They are still waiting to receive the ballot language from him.
Jim figured how much Bates County's yearly dues will be for MAC based on the County's assessed valuation.
Dry for awhile
No significant precipitation should find Kansas or Missouri for at least the next 7 days.
It'll reinforce those frosty overnight lows through the weekend is about all.
-Greg@660weather
Obituary - Kimberly Hendrick
Kimberly Hendrick, age 57, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Missouri.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri and are pending at this time.
Obituary - Earlene Marie Butler
Earlene was raised in the Horton area. She attended Nevada High School where she graduated in 1955. After working at Nellie Don for number of years in 1975 she began working at Citizen’s Bank in Nevada and worked there until her retirement in 2003. Earlene enjoyed flowers, gardening, and vacationing in Colorado as well as other places. She also enjoyed luncheons with the Class of 1955 at Buzz’s BBQ, and riding in the golf cart at the Nevada Country Club.
Survivors include her daughter, Terri Myers, Nevada; two grandsons, Jason Claspill (Audra), Nevada, and Justin Claspill, Overland Park; two great-grandchildren, Korbyn Claspill and Zoe Claspill, both of Red Oak, IA; a cousin, Nancy Scism (Dale), Nevada; and a special friend, Sue Rich, Nevada.
Graveside services will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, October 31, 2025 at Newton Burial Park in Nevada with Jason Claspill officiating.
In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the charity of your choice c/o Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
Subscribe to:
Comments (Atom)
