Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Butler Bears Marching Band participates in Black Walnut Festival


The Butler Bear Brigade Marching Band performed at the Black Walnut Festival in Stockton, Missouri, on Saturday, September 26th and placed 12th out of 18 bands. They will be back in action for this week's homecoming festivities and the Harrisonville Royal Regiment Invitational this Saturday, October 3rd.

Thanks for showing GREAT Bear spirit!


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Self employment is important part of Missouri economy


A recent Missouri Economy Indicators Brief explores multiple job and self-employed trends.
Self-employment is an important part of Missouri’s economy, offering people ways to earn income outside traditional jobs. In 2023, Missouri had more than 485,000 businesses without paid employees, including about 429,000 sole proprietorships, generating $26.2 billion in revenue.
About three-quarters of these businesses were in metro counties, while one-quarter were in nonmetro counties. However, nonmetro businesses generated slightly more revenue per business — about $56,200 compared with $53,300 in metro areas.
Nonmetro counties also had the highest concentration of these businesses. Scotland County ranked first, with 119 businesses per 1,000 residents and more than $106,000 in revenue per business. Transportation and warehousing had the most businesses in metro areas, while construction led in nonmetro areas.
These numbers show that self-employment and small, one-person businesses are an important part of how Missourians work and earn income, particularly in rural communities.
Read the full brief: https://brnw.ch/21x5WhC


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Could your heart be telling you something?

Frequent dizziness, unusual fatigue, shortness of breath or fainting shouldn’t simply be brushed off as part of getting older. In some cases, these symptoms may be related to a slow or abnormal heart rhythm-and a pacemaker may help.
Could a pacemaker make a difference? Read the full article to learn the warning signs, who may benefit and what to expect: https://web.goodhealthcontent.com/shareContent?src=bcmhospital.com/recipes-and-wellness&uri=article/do-you-need-a-pacemaker
At BCMH, we’re here to help you listen to your heart and take steps toward better heart health.


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Work to keep fit as Winter approaches


A total 1,138 Missourians got moving this summer through the 100 Miles, 100 Days challenge, logging more than 100,000 miles statewide through walking, biking, swimming and other physical activities. Participants from 79 counties recorded more than 25,000 walks, rides, swims and workouts, with 319 people reaching the 100-mile goal.
The challenge was designed to help Missourians build healthy habits, stay active and connect with others through physical activity.
While the 100 days challenge may be over, your health journey doesn't have to end. Keep the momentum going with programs like Walk With Ease, Stay Strong, Stay Healthy and Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention.

Courtesy MU Extension, Butler MO


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Henry County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Arrest and Incident Report


Dates: September 18, 2026, through September 24, 2026

Sheriff Aaron N. Brown reports the following arrests and incidents for the week:

September 18, 2026 – Warrant:
Pamela Paxon, age 43, of Windsor, was arrested at the Henry County Sheriff’s Office on a Clinton Police Department municipal warrant for Stealing.

September 18, 2026 – Assault and Robbery:
Captain Bilbruck, Master Sergeant Logan, Detective Stutzman, Deputy Hysom, Deputy Fisher, and members of the Clinton Police Department conducted a follow-up investigation in the Clinton area. A search warrant for two suspects was served at a residence in Clinton, resulting in the arrests of Ryan Covington, age 27, of Clinton, and Garrison Carter, age 28, of Clinton, on 24-hour investigative holds.

The suspects allegedly physically assaulted the victim and took money from the victim’s wallet. On the same day, Henry County Prosecuting Attorney Gray filed formal charges. Garrison Carter was issued a warrant for Assault – 3rd Degree, and Ryan Covington was issued warrants for Robbery – 2nd Degree and Assault – 3rd Degree.

September 19, 2026 – Driving While Intoxicated and Driving While Suspended/Revoked:
Deputy Napier and Deputy Douglas responded to a report of suspicious activity in the rural Clinton area. The investigation resulted in the arrest of Brianna Elysse, age 33, of Troy, Missouri, for Driving While Intoxicated and Driving While Suspended/Revoked.

September 20, 2026 – Warrant:
Tabitha Martinez, age 20, of Clinton, was arrested at the Henry County Sheriff’s Office on a Henry County warrant for Loitering and Resisting Arrest.

September 21, 2026 – Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia:
Captain Bilbruck, Master Sergeant Logan, Detective Stutzman, and members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol conducted a follow-up investigation in the rural Calhoun area. The follow-up resulted in the arrest of Allen Peek, age 37, of Calhoun, for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

September 22, 2026 – Warrant:
Chelsea Cooper, age 35, of Warsaw, was arrested at the Henry County Sheriff’s Office on a Henry County felony warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Tampering with Physical Evidence.

September 23, 2026 – Child Molestation – 1st Degree:
Deputy McQueen and SRO Evans conducted a follow-up investigation in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of Raymond Lopez, age 34, of Windsor, on a 24-hour investigative hold for Child Molestation – 1st Degree.

September 23, 2026 – Warrant:
Darlene Waage, age 41, of Lincoln, was arrested at the Henry County Sheriff’s Office on a Henry County felony warrant for Burglary – 2nd Degree.

September 23, 2026 – Warrant:
Deputy Harms and SRO Evans conducted a warrant service in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of Darrell Evans, age 64, of Windsor, on a Henry County warrant for Stealing.

September 23, 2026 – Order of Protection Violation:
Master Sergeant Logan conducted a follow-up investigation at the Henry County Sheriff’s Office that resulted in the arrest of Chisom Hossle, age 37, of Warsaw, for an alleged violation of an Order of Protection. The investigation indicated that Hossle had gone to a property he was prohibited from visiting under the order.

September 23, 2026 – Warrant:
Jasmine English, age 23, of Lee’s Summit, was arrested at the Henry County Sheriff’s Office on a Henry County felony warrant for Interference with Custody – Removed from State or Concealed.

September 24, 2026 – Resisting Arrest by Fleeing and Warrants:
Sheriff Aaron N. Brown attempted to conduct a traffic stop in the Brownington area after observing a vehicle displaying stolen registration. The driver allegedly fled from the attempted traffic stop, and the vehicle later crashed in the 300 block of SE 1100 near the Henry County and St. Clair County line.

The driver, Christian Hunter Thompson, allegedly fled on foot into a wooded area. A passenger in the vehicle was detained at the crash scene. Members of the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, and Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to assist. Thompson, age 24, of Clinton, was subsequently located and arrested.

Thompson was arrested for Leaving the Scene of an Accident, Resisting Arrest by Fleeing, and Receiving Stolen Property. Thompson was also arrested on a Parole Violation warrant stemming from an original Robbery charge and a Henry County felony warrant for Leaving the Scene of an Accident and Tampering with a Motor Vehicle.

All individuals arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The above arrests are allegations at this time.

For additional information or to provide tips, contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at (660) 885-5587.



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Monday, September 28, 2026

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Bears have another great meet at Hermitage Invitational



Multiple PRs, lots of strong finishes, and our Junior High boys were first as a team!
Below are the results
High school girls
Erica Wilbers- 21:04.7 3rd
Dravyn Scrogham- 25:42.3 42nd
High School Boys
Hayden Dickens-19:27.4 25th
Brennden Ball- 19:44.3 28th
Josh Roberts- 22:22.3 72nd
Junior High Girls
Mia Sanchez- 17:06.09 21st
Airyka Carter- 17:43.3 29th
Skylar Hudgens- 20:58.3 50th PR
Alana Hush- 21:26.7 54th PR
Junior High Boys
1st as a team
Blaine Morrill- 12:47.4 8th PR
Levi Wiese-13:02.6 11th PR
Isaiah Driver- 13:46.6 27th PR
Tyson Phillips- 14:06.7 31st PR
Evan Thomas- 14:09.5 33rd PR
Eli Morris- 14:33 42nd PR
Brandon Algiere- 15:11.7 54th
Starson Cunningham- 15:44.4 67th PR
Lucas Jarred- 16:39.5 84th PR
Aidan Bettels- 16:46.7 87th
Nate Owens- 16:59.5 88th PR


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