Bears break another record

Third Butler junior high school record of the day! This time it’s Erica Wilburs in the 1600m run! She has been chasing that record for two year, and today she smashed it by over 10 seconds with a time of 5:46.91! This beats the previous record of 5:57.00 held by Megan Phillips and set way back in 2005!

This is the SEVENTH new school record set this year!

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Storms likely around the first of the week

It's Friday! Cool start today in the 30's and it will be 40's for Saturday morning. A cold front drags through this afternoon which might yield a few sprinkles, but I think they'll be on the KS side if anything. The weekend continues to look dry for almost all of us - Sunday evening storms return to NE Missouri and here is the severe weather outlook. Monday through Wednesday looks stormy again, and I'm paying attention to Monday afternoon heating once again to impact what we might deal with Monday evening. Hope you have an awesome weekend!


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Updated weekend forecast

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Obituary - Patricia Minor

Patricia Ann (Gunderson) Minor, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on March 28, 2026, at her home.

Patricia was born November 12, 1956, in Kansas City, Kansas, the daughter of Marvin and Glenda Gunderson. She was a devoted homemaker who found joy in quilting, crafting, and many creative hobbies. Patricia was united in marriage to Terry Lynn Minor on May 1, 1993, at Butler Christian Church, and they shared 32 years together.

Above all, Patricia was a strong believer in her faith. She remained positive and steadfast throughout her health struggles, a reflection of her strength and trust in the Lord.

She is survived by her loving husband, Terry Lynn Minor of the home; her son, Travis Minor and wife Christy of Pleasant Hill, Missouri; and her cherished grandsons, Aiden Minor, Evan Minor, and Owen Minor. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Debbie Minor of Branson, Missouri; Deidre (Dee) and Perry Franks of Miami, Oklahoma; Carla Bray of Burlington Junction, Missouri; along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends and brothers and sisters in Christ.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather; her son, Christopher Minor; her brother, Michael Gunderson and his wife Margaret; her sister, Diana Werner and her husband Rick; and her grandparents.

Cremation with a Celebration of Life Visitation will be held 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2026 at Dickey Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri.

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Obituary - Marvin Harris

Marvin Dean Harris age 89 of Montrose, Missouri departed this life Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at his home surrounded by love and family.

Visitation will be held 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri. 

Funeral Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 7, 2026 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri with interment at Byler Cemetery, Creighton, Missouri. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Donations can be made through the link or mailed to Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701. 

A complete obituary will be posted once that information becomes available. 

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Obituary - Dinah Binder

Dinah Cheryl Binder, 81, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A visitation will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, with a graveside service immediately following at Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville.

Dinah was born on August 31, 1944, in Springfield, MO, to Russell Franklin and Pauline Alberta (Dughman) Elkins. Dinah graduated from Harrisonville High School with the Class of 1962. A devoted homemaker for most of her life, she also contributed to her community by working as a nurse's aide for the Visiting Nurses Association and at Harrisonville Hospital early in her career. Her gentle spirit and nurturing nature extended well beyond her professional life, as she dedicated herself wholeheartedly to her family.

Dinah was known for her low-profile demeanor, yet she had a knack for finding joy in the simple pleasures of life. She relished spending weekends playing cards with friends, indulged in her love of crocheting, and enjoyed watching television, particularly the Home Shopping Network. Above all, her greatest happiness stemmed from time spent with her family. Whether hosting family dinners or celebrating special occasions, Dinah cherished every moment alongside her children and grandchildren, creating lasting memories that will be dearly remembered.

Dinah was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her son, Russell "Rusty" (Edie) Binder; daughter, Cindy Chancellor; 6 grandchildren: Chase Binder, Nathan (Leanna) Garlock, Jeremy Chancellor, Austin Chancellor, Adam (Hope) Ammerman, and Joseph (Kara) Ammerman; and 8 great-grandchildren who brought her immense joy: Brian (Egypt) Garlock, Cayden Garlock, Mia Chancellor, Harper Binder, Paisley Binder, Lincoln Ammerman, Leaton Ammerman, and Olivia Ammerman. She will be dearly missed and forever held in the hearts of all who knew her.

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Miami R-1 Senior Spotlight, Payton McConnell

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A very special gift presented to Poplar Heights Farm

Glenda Seelinger Lenox of Raymore MO, daughter of Larry R. Seelinger, donated  this very unique dual school desk to Poplar Heights Farm in memory her grandfather Lyle Robert Seelinger, who attended the Summit School in the early 1900's.

Glenda is pictured here with Brian Phillips just after the desk was moved into the schoolhouse on Thursday morning. The public is invited to visit Poplar Heights Farm, an immaculately preserved, historic part of our local history.  More information is available here https://www.poplarheightsfarm.org


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