Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Local man shares positive feedback following his experience with cardiac rehab program

Bill Perkins recently graduated from the Bates County Memorial Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation program, and he kindly shared his experience with us.

"Bates County Memorial Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation program offered me more than just medical recovery -- it provides a warm, supportive environment where patients like me feel truly cared for.
"Andrea, who supervises and guides a highly professional and compassionate team, has created an atmosphere, where participants receive expert exercise training, nutrition education, and lifestyle coaching tailored to their needs.
"The staff's friendliness and constant positive encouragement helped me stay motivated and confident throughout my journey. I not only regained strength and improved my heart health, but also formed lasting friendships with staff and others who shared a similar experience.
"After successfully completing the Cardiac Rehabilitation program at BCMH, I felt a deep sense of accomplishment, improved well-being, and joy in knowing that this team has helped me take control of my heart health -- making the entire experience life-changing, uplifting, and fun.
"I highly recommend Bates County Memorial Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation program for anyone who has suffered a cardiac event."
"Thank you to all the great nurses that helped me through the program: Andrea, Heather, Patty, Jacque, Annie and others."
Our thanks to Bill for sharing his feedback.

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Obituary - Kenneth Gallatin

Kenneth Gallatin, Jr, 70 of Kansas City, Missouri passed away Sunday, February 8, 2026. Cremation, with no public services scheduled at this time. Arrangements entrusted to Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel (81-657-4400). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

A complete obituary is pending at this time.

Cass County Sheriff's Office takes aim at crimes against children

On this #SaferInternetDay, we want to make sure you and your children are aware of the resources they have if they encounter a threat online.

If your child has been harmed online, report it at cassmosheriff.org/tips or https://report.cybertip.org/
You can also find a link to a video in the comment section that will help you better understand potential online threats to your child.
We have deputies who are part of the WMICAC (Western Missouri Internet Crimes Against Children) Task Force. WMICAC is part of MOICAC (Missouri Internet Crimes Against Children), which is a network of task forces. All are committed to a better internet for everyone.
The Western Missouri Internet Crimes Against Children (WMICAC) Task Force is spearheaded by the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and consists of personnel from agencies within Cass, Bates, Henry, Johnson, Lafayette, Pettis and Saline counties. WMICAC is an affiliate of the Missouri Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (MOICAC) and ICAC.

Butler FBLA students make strong showing at Warrensburg conference


 Butler High School FBLA had a great showing at the District Leadership Conference held at UCM. Several members are advancing to State competition- Advanced Accounting: Dominick Cantrell, Laney McGee, Easton Woolace as District Champion. Business Law: Ashlynn Hannah. Economics: Ashlynn Hannah as District Champion. Journalism: Easton Woolace. Organizational Leadership: Kalie Korkmaz. Retail Management: Easton Woolace.

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Monday basketball scores

Boys

Sheldon 65
Ballard 49

Center 85
Clinton 60

Miami 40
Midway 33

Girls 

Nevada 48
Adrian 36

Center 44
Clinton 47


Cold front inbound

Obituary - Etheleen Corum Craft

Etheleen Corum Craft, 102 of Butler died Saturday, Feb. 7 at Cass Regional Medical Center.  Funeral services will be 11 am, Wednesday, Feb. 11 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel with burial in the Crescent Hill Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 10 to 11 am, Wednesday at the chapel prior to funeral services.  Contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.  Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com

Etheleen is survived by son Richard Corum and wife Kit of Adrian and daughter Cynthia Smith of Gladstone.


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