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Sunday, October 11, 2026

Some impressive numbers from community effort

As we celebrate National 4-H Week, we're highlighting a great example of what happens when youth leadership and community partnerships come together to make a difference

What started as a simple community meal has grown into something remarkable in St. Francois County. Through the "Soup, There It Is" initiative, community members, businesses, local organizations and youth volunteers came together to improve food access for neighbors in need.

In 2026, the effort served or delivered 450 meals, collected more than 2,500 pounds of food for local families experiencing food insecurity and provided meal kits to underserved communities. The program's success was made possible through strong local partnerships and the dedication of volunteers, including 4-H members who helped collect donations, prepare meals and deliver food to families.

Read the full story: https://brnw.ch/21x6i72

Courtesy MU Extension, Butler MO

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Saturday, October 10, 2026

Saturday volleyball scores

Scores to be added as they become available

Sherwood Black and White Tournament:

Archie 1

Appleton City 1

Thomas Jefferson 1

Archie 1

Thomas Jefferson 2

Appleton City 0

Sherwood 0

Archie 2

Midway 2

Archie 0

Sherwood n/a

Appleton City n/a

Midway n/a

Holden n/a

Midway n/a

Lakeland n/a

North Christian n/a

Midway n/a

Thomas Jefferson n/a

Sherwood n/a

El Dorado Springs Invitational:

Harrisonville 0

Cabool 2

Harrisonville 0

Clinton 2

El Dorado Springs 0

Harrisonville 2

Sarcoxie n/a

Butler n/a

Diamond n/a

Butler n/a

Clinton n/a

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A wonderful night to be a Bulldog

Homecoming 2026 was one for the books! A beautiful Homecoming Court, an incredible crowd, and a BULLDOG FOOTBALL VICTORY over the Osceola Indians made for a fun Friday night in Appleton City! 

 Congratulations to our 2026 Homecoming Royalty! 

 Prince: Weston Farmer
 Princess: Shea Brownsberger
 King: Chase Harkrader
 Queen: Lacy Smith

We are proud of these students and all of our Homecoming Court representatives!

A huge shoutout to our Bulldog football team and coaches for bringing home the WIN and making Homecoming night even sweeter! 

Thank you to our students, staff, alumni, families, and Bulldog fans who came out to celebrate and cheer on our team. Nights like these remind us what makes being a Bulldog so special! 

Courtesy Appleton City Schools

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Swan solar project to present $500k for new Bates County ambulances

Upcoming check presentation at Bates County Memorial Hospital

Butler, Mo. — Clearway Energy is contributing $500,000 to Bates County for the purchase of new ambulances and other life-saving emergency response equipment for Bates County Emergency Services, helping local first responders better serve their community. The donation marks start of construction at Swan Energy Center, a Clearway Energy solar farm near Amsterdam.

Bates County and Clearway Energy are hosting a donation ceremony at the local hospital, complete with an oversized check and remarks from local leaders. County Commissioner John Gray and Clearway Energy spokesperson Barry Matchett will be available for interviews before and after the event.

WHAT: Ceremony including $500k check presentation & remarks

WHEN: Tuesday, October 13th | 10:30 a.m. CT

WHERE: Bates County Memorial Hospital, 615 W Nursery St, Butler, MO 64730

WHO: Speakers and participants include

Barry Matchett and Josh Framel, Clearway Energy
John Gray, Commissioner, Bates County
Chad Stark, Director EMS, Bates County Memorial Hospital
Daniel Johnson, Superintendent, Miami R-1 School District
Chad Anderson, Sheriff, Bates County

The $500,000 emergency services contribution is part of an $84 million deal struck between Clearway Energy and Bates County earlier this year to deliver new revenue to local agencies over the solar farm’s lifetime.

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