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The Weather Week Ahead

We always try and make our weather posts fun and informative even when the weather is going to be quiet, albeit with a cooling trend, like this week. So, we looked at our calendar to see what holiday we were celebrating today. And, today is National Croissant Day! 

We have no idea what to do with that...so just enjoy a 60 degree day on us Kansas City! Sorry, that the post was so flaky (see what we did there)!! - Nation Weather Service Facebook Page 

Butler man arrested on domestic assault charges

Cameron S. Cruise

On 1/28/17 around 10:02pm the Bates County Sheriffs Office arrested 28 year old Cameron S. Cruise of Butler, Missouri.

Mr. Cruise was arrested for 1.) 2nd Degree Domestic Assault- Persistent Domestic Offender.

He was booked into the Bates County Jail and on a $15,000 cash/surety bond. 


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Burglary in rural Amsterdam

On January 25, 2017 a Deputy responded to County Road 11002 in Amsterdam, MO to take a report of theft from their barn. The victim advised the Deputy that several items had been stolen from her barn the previous night. The Deputy observed a distinct shoe print in the mud south of the barn. The print did not match the shoes of the victim. 

The Bates County Detectives were called to the scene. The Deputy observed a socket set approximately 20 yards west of their mailbox. It appeared to have been dropped by the suspect. The victim stated it had been in her barn. 

The Deputy also located an Impact gun on the side of the road that the victim also advised had been in her barn.



A suspect has been identified in this case. But at this time the Deputy has not been able to make contact with the suspect.

Vandalism and Property Damage in Worland Area

On January 24th a subject came to the Bates County Sheriff’s Office to make a report of property damage and vandalism. The subject owns the majority of the land west of the railroad tracks from south of Worland to County Road 6508. 

He discovered that his Case Excavator had been vandalized. The cost to repair the damages to the Excavator was $1775.12. His Takeuchi Skid Loader was also vandalized. 

Someone poured water into the fuel tank causing $145.16 worth of damage. The fuel tanks on his Ford F350 had also been tampered with. 

The victim had placed several trail cameras on his property. He is attempting to get the video footage of the suspects.

If you have any information on this case please call the Bates County Sheriff's Office at 660-679-3232.

One dead, One hurt in Joplin shooting

On Sunday, January 29th, 2017 at about 11:05p.m. officers with the Joplin Police Department responded along with other emergency service units to the 2300 block of East Zora in reference to a shooting.

On arrival, officers found Taven L. Williams (21) of Joplin deceased. A second subject was transported to a Joplin hospital for treatment of injuries sustained from a gunshot. An autopsy for Williams has been scheduled for later today.

The Joplin Police Department’s Investigation Unit is continuing to work the case. We would ask that anyone with information in regard to this event contact the Joplin Police Department at 417.623.3131.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

Obituary - George "David" Rogers

George "David" Rogers, 54, Archie, Missouri died Saturday, January 28, 2017 at St. Luke's Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. 

Funeral services will be 11:00am Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri. 

Burial in Austin Cemetery, Archie, Missouri. The family will receive friends 10:00-11:00am Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. 

The family suggests contributions to St. Luke's Hospice House.The obituary will be updated when it becomes available.

From the desk of Harrisonville Mayor Brian Hasek

Historic Harrisonville Square

I am sure most of you have heard of the fire that robbed the world of another young life in our community, Saylor Johnson. When we heard the news we felt that cold chill of this can happen to anyone and embraced our own children. 

Our young citizens have had to overcome adversity this school year with several tragedies. At this age there is already so much to confront with emotions that dealing with loss can really overwhelm them. 

As always we see that our community comes together when needed to help those hit with these difficult circumstances. 

I encourage everyone to help in whatever way they can, even if it is just keeping these families in your thoughts and prayers.

From the Desk of Harrisonville Mayor Brian Hasek