Obituary - Donald Lee Wolf Jr.

Donald Lee Wolf, Jr., 76, Nevada, MO passed from this life on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Donald was born August 13, 1949 in Nevada to Donald Lee (Sr.) and Anna Mae Wolf.

No services are planned, courtesy Ferry Funeral Home

Ellett Memorial to host Veterans breakfast

 Ellett Memorial Hospital will be serving a FREE breakfast to veterans and their spouses on Veteran’s Day - Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 from 7:30-9:00 am. Stop by the EMH cafeteria and allow us to say “thank you” for your service to our nation!

Butler council approves park cameras

Vandalism and other problems have plagued some of the parks around Butler as of late and the decision was made to go ahead and install security cameras at the Sensory Park along Mill street which will hopefully help curb the problems. In recent times vandals have used spray paint to deface some of the equipment, as well as set fire to the porta potty among other things and it is hoped that the cameras will help bring those responsible to justice. New cameras will also be placed at the  police department and Aquatic Center to enhance safety in those areas as well.

On a related note, new playground equipment will be installed at Douglas Park in east Butler at a cost of $78,185.00, which came a half price according to Parks & Rec Director Scott Bitner. 

Rezoning from residential to commercial for a plot adjacent to the city shop on Mill street was approved following a request by Brian Tippie. Plans are to turn the old building into a automotive detailing shop.     (Continued next page)

The decision was met with some opposition as council members Rich, Liggins and Hall voted no with Rich saying that a conditional use permit might be the better solution as "we can't change the rules every time someone asks" however, the three votes were not enough to stop the approval.

All upgrade work is completed at the Butler wastewater treatment plant and a final walk-thru will happen soon to seal the deal. The work included a new generator as well as other improvements that will keep the plant in compliance with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

Replacement of the culvert on Fort Scott street near Scout Park has been postponed until next Summer. Councilman Scott Mallatt said that it likely would be safer to do the work when school is not in session which the others agreed. A discussion was held after it was questioned if funding will still be available for the project if done next year- the answer was yes.

A $20,000 grant was received for new radios for the police department and it was reported that all the equipment has been installed, making the project now complete.

While there have been many improvements at the Butler airport, much work is still to be done. Plans are to remove the orange hangar that sits just north of the fuel tanks and replace it with an official terminal that would be more pilot/passenger friendly. Much work lies ahead on that project which includes finding a buyer who would dismantle the structure and move it to another location. Fuel sale woes continue to plague the airport as while the credit card machine is now working, getting avgas out of the tank due to a pump issue is a lingering problem that will hopefully be resolved soon. 

Remember the Butler city council meets on the first and third Tuesdays, 7 pm, at city hall. The public is highly encouraged to attend.

Route BB highway to be closed for repairs

 

Route BB CLOSED between Missouri Route 18 and Route D northeast of #Butler 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday, November 4-6. MoDOT crews replacing damaged pipes in three (3) locations underneath the road https://www.modot.org/node/78924

Harrisonville police seeks help in locating subject

The Harrisonville police department is asking for help to identify this subject in regards to a fraud investigation at Wal-Mart. The facial photograph is grainy, but the subject has distinct tattooing on both hands.

If you know who this person is, please contact Lt. Mikelson at the Harrisonville Police Department at 816-380-8940.

Rich Hill Cross Country athletes advance to State

 

High School Cross Country Team Advances to State

The Tigers are headed to State! The team finished 4th overall at Districts, earning a spot to compete at the State Meet in Columbia this Saturday, November 8th.

This marks the first time in Rich Hill’s short Cross Country history that the entire team has qualified for the state meet!

Individual Results:

Andrew Kithcart — 7th Place (18:22.3) — All-District

Caisen Gwinn — 12th Place (18:43. — All-District

Cooper Gillis — 40th Place (20:50.1)

Kaiden Fry — 45th Place (21:05.6)

Grant Steuck — 67th Place (22:41)

John Fletcher — 96th Place (25:48.3)

Way to go, Tigers!

Large field fire near Amsterdam

Amsterdam fire has requested mutual aid from neighboring agencies to assist with a a large field on fire just south of town on the west side of Y highway.

Use caution and expect to see emergency vehicles if in the area. 

Due to high winds today, please avoid outdoor burning and exercise care when discarding cigarettes.

Obituary - Eloise Avalynn Applegate

Eloise Avalynn Applegate, infant daughter of Justus Applegate and Alyssa Jones was born October 23rd at KU Medical Center where she entered the Gates of Heaven on November 1st , 2025.

     In addition to her loving parents she is survived by her maternal grandparents, Adam and Marti Jones of Milo; paternal grandmother, Kristi Applegate of Schell City; maternal great-grandparents, Glen and Nettie Chad of Milo, and Mary Jones of Nevada; paternal great-grandparents, Larry and Marla Applegate of Schell City; aunts, Chance (Coy) Starlin and family of Milo, and Tyler Jones (Amanda) of Lamar; as well as numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. She was preceded in death by an aunt, Marisa; and her maternal great-grandfather, Adam Jones.

     Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 6th, 2025, at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Interment will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery in Milo, MO.

     In lieu of flowers those who wish may donate to the family  care of Ferry Funeral Home.