Obituary - Barbara Meyer

Barbara Meyer, 77 of Louisburg, Kansas passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025 at her home in Louisburg. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, November 22, 2025 in Louisburg Cemetery, Louisburg, Kansas. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400). Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post 250, Louisburg, Kansas. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

A complete obituary is pending at this time.

Obituary - Annette Anderson

Funeral services for Annette Ruth Hermann Anderson of Butler, Missouri will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler.  Visitation will be 5 - 7 p.m. Friday, November 21 at the Schowengerdt Chapel.  Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler.  Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Annette Ruth Hermann Anderson, age 83 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. She was born March 20, 1942 to Herbert Hadley and Mildred Louise Hyatt Hermann in St. Louis, Missouri.

Annette is survived by her husband, Gary Anderson of Butler, Missouri; six children, Larry Anderson and wife Karla of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Richard Anderson and wife Margaret of Edwardsville, Illinois, Michael Anderson and wife Debi of Butler, Missouri, Ann Slayton and husband Bob of St. Louis, Missouri, Matthew Anderson of Maryville, Illinois and Layne Anderson of Butler, Missouri; and 11 grandchildren.  Annette was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Maretta Kelley.

Turning rainy in the next few days

Adrian Christmas parade set for November 29

 

Free webinar offered regarding haying strategies

 Join this online session on Nov. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., where you'll learn practical, research-based strategies to tackle hay shortages and enhance forage quality.

Why Should You Attend?

This program is tailored to equip producers with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions regarding suboptimal hay. By grasping the nutritional and economic impacts, you can ensure the health and productivity of your herd, even in challenging circumstances.

Webinar Highlights:

• Economic analysis: comparing baling hay versus purchasing it

• Nutritional strategies for late-cut or low-quality hay

• Supplements to optimize hay utilization

• Techniques to improve forage quality and soil health

Secure your spot today: https://brnw.ch/21wXuWD

Courtesy of the MU Bates County Extension office

A reminder from the Vernon County Sheriff's Office

 

Sheriff Buehler wants to remind everyone of fire safety with the cooler weather this time of year. Residential fires have increased in Vernon County, so here are a few tips.

Please be mindful of radiant heaters and small space heaters. Keep items away from them that could ignite. Please read the instructions on the heater before using an extension cord.

Make sure flus and chimneys are clean for wood burning stoves.

You can purchase carbon monoxide detectors to keep you aware of any danger.

It is always a good idea to have a fire extinguisher on hand.

Obituary - Kathlyn Tilton

Our beloved mother, Kathlyn Tilton, 84, passed away peacefully at home on November 14, 2025, surrounded by her family and loved ones for every moment of her last few weeks. Born on March 2, 1941, at Gassville, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Roscoe Duggins and Marie (Poynter) Duggins. She attended school at Cotter where from an early age she developed a love of music, playing the trumpet in the band. She also played on the basketball team and was a talented piano player. Kathlyn was united in marriage to CC Tilton on August 7, 1958.

She was preceded in death by her husband, CC Tilton; her sister, Bonnie Sue (Duggins) Burrow; and her son, Gary Tilton. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra (Scott) Booth of Wheatland, MO; her son, Steve Tilton of Yellville, AR; son, Randall (Kathy) Tilton of Scott, AR; daughter, Laura (Jerry) Smith of Timbo, AR; and son, Clint (Cassie) Tilton of Yellville, AR; as well as eight grandchildren; and a niece Pat (Bill) Woods of Bull Shoals, AR.

In her last weeks, a stray kitten found its way to her bedside, offering warmth and quiet companionship. Their bond brought her great happiness and comfort, a final gift of simple, pure joy. That small life brought her immense comfort and joy at the end of her journey. The family adopted him in her honor, keeping close the little life that meant so much to her.

A memorial will be held at a later date at George's Creek Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

Trial date set for Eric Allen Morgan

 A jury trial date for Eric Allen Morgan 45, of Adrian Mo, has been set for March 4, 2026 at 8:30 am in the Bates County Circuit Court. Morgan is accused of four counts that are related to events that happened in February of this year:

1- Sodomy Or Attempted Sodomy - 1st Degree
2- Child Molestation - 4th Degree - Child Less Than 17 Yoa And Offender Greater Than 4 Years Older
3- Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Creating Substantial Risk - 1st Degree - 1st Offense - Sexual Conduct
4- Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Creating Substantial Risk - 1st Degree - 1st Offense - Sexual Conduct

Morgan is represented by Public Defender Jeffery Martin and is currently being held in the Bates County jail on a $500,000.00 cash only bond.