Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Butler police find drugs in traffic stops
The driver denied consent to search the vehicle and a K-9 then responded to conduct a free air sniff. K-9 Enzo alerted to the vehicle and a probable cause search was then conducted.
During the search of the vehicle, the Officers located suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
November 23, 2025 at approximately 9:05pm, a Butler Officer observed a Ford Focus traveling on Pine Street with a defective headlight. The officer then conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, identified as Billie Bolton and the passenger, later identified as Jerry Fuqua.
Support growing for The Wall That Heals set to arrive in Butler next Spring
Donations and local support for a special honor coming to Bates County as The Wall That Heals will be on display beginning April 30 running through May 3, 2026.
Thank you to some recent donors including Shelly and Kevin Harrison, Code 1 Wellness, Kacie Robey, Carl Bettels, Shane Balk, and others. Learn more here https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584036959317
No injuries when vehicle hit guard rail
December 1st at 6:41 P.M. The Rich Hill Fire Department, Bates County EMS, Bates County Sheriff's Office as well as the Missouri Highway Patrol was dispatched to I49 MM 123 for a single vehicle accident.
Upon arrival there were no injuries. All units were back in service at 7:46 P.M.
Adrian man receives minor injuries in I-49 accident
Minor injuries were reported for both drivers. Both vehicles were totaled and towed from the scene.
Warming, but only a little
Warming up today and tomorrow, but still below average.
Sparse light flurries here and there -- but no significant precipitation chances the next 3-4 days.
-Greg@660weather
Obituary - Kelsey Goss
Kelsey Goss was born on April 8, 1946 in Hood River, Oregon to Odie and Mildred Goss. He passed away at home on November 29, 2025 with his wife by his side. Kelsey grew up in Parkdale/Mt. Hood, Oregon. He moved to the Kansas City area in 1969. He worked for Monmac Construction Co., Bohnert Construction Co. and J & R Construction Co. before opening his own company, Goss Contracting Company, Inc. in 2000. He met his wife, Roylene (Tays) Goss in October 1979 and married a year later.
Kelsey was an avid outdoorsman that not only enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening but also was an artist at doing pencil drawings, leatherwork, wood carving and woodburning and was a perfectionist at everything he did. He also enjoyed horses and trail riding in several states especially in South Dakota. Another hobby he enjoyed was restoring older vehicles. He restored and a 1937 Ford Sedan, a 1953 Ford Victoria and a 1966 Ford Bronco. He thoroughly enjoyed driving his 1965 Cobra and the 2004 Corvette. He was like a teenager when behind the wheel of those faster cars. A few years before closing his company and retiring in 2012, he found enjoyment in the sun & sand, vacationing in Florida, Cancun & Belize.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings Eleanor Rice-Burdick, Earlene Short, Gilbert “Buck” Goss, Delbert “Bert” Goss, Gayla Harnar and brother-in-law Bill Tays.
He is survived by his wife, Roylene of 45 years, three sons, Jade (Charity) Goss, Derek Goss and Brandon Goss, grandson Landon Goss, great grandson Elijah Goss, siblings Carol DeWalt and Phillip Goss, sisters-in-law Carol Goss and Leona Goss as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.
The family would like to thank everyone at Hospice by John Knox Village, Lee’s Summit, Missouri, for all the support and knowledge that was given to us during Kelsey’s illness.
To honor Kelsey’s wishes, no service will be scheduled. He will be inurned privately in the Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Missouri.
Obituary - Darrell Rhodes
Darrell Everett Rhodes, age 70 of Butler Missouri, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025 at Medicalodge in Butler. He was born January 30,1955 to Charles and June (White) Rhodes. Darrell grew up in Rich Hill, Missouri before making Butler his lifelong home, where he built a life rooted in faith, family and hard work.
Darrell devoted 25 years of service to MFA where his dedication, loyalty, and steady work ethic earned him the respect and friendship of those around him. After his time with MFA, he continued serving his community through his work at the Bates County Jail, being known for his honesty, calm presence, and reliability.
On July 25, 1975 Darrell married his best friend and love of his life, Debra (Kendrick) Rhodes. Together they shared 50 years of unwavering devotion, companionship, and love–a partnership that stood as a true testament to commitment and faithfulness.
Darrell's faith was the foundation of his life. Baptized at the age of 9, he carried a deep unwavering belief in God throughout every chapter of his life's journey. He was a member of Double Branch Christian Church where he was known for his role as Santa Claus at many a Christmas program. Darrell had a lifelong love for anything with an engine–whether cars, trucks, motorcycles or machinery–if it rumbled or roared, it sparked joy in his heart.
He is survived by his loving wife, Debra; his sister, Beverly Sullins; and many nieces and nephews who adored him. He was preceded in death by his parents. Darrell will be remembered for his generous spirit, gentle humor, and the steady way he supported and cared for the people in his life.
Darrell's life beautifully reflected the word of 2 Timothy 4:7 "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." His legacy of love, integrity, and faithfulness will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him
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