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Friday, November 6, 2026
Missouri hunters harvest 1,633 birds during firearms portion of fall turkey season
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that hunters checked 1,633 turkeys during the firearms portion of Missouri’s fall turkey season, Oct. 1-31. Top harvest counties were Greene with 56 birds harvested, Laclede with 42, and Perry with 42.
For current fall firearms turkey harvest results by county, go online to MDC’s website at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/
Hunters harvested 1,950 birds during the 2025 fall firearms turkey season. For more harvest results for past seasons, visit MDC online at mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/turkey/turkey-reports/turkey-harvest-summaries.
"Temperatures were well above normal across much of Missouri during the first two weekends of the fall firearms season, which likely accounts for some of the drop in harvest,” said MDC Turkey Biologist Nick Oakley. “We also had a very wet spring, which hurts nest success and poult survival, so there are fewer young birds on the landscape this fall.”
Fall archery turkey hunting continues through Nov. 13 and resumes Nov. 25 through Jan. 15, 2027.
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HEART athlete of the week, Harrisonville senior Spencer Truman
Congratulations to this week's HEART athlete of the week, senior Spencer Truman for Cross Country
Coach Bliss said,
"Spencer is not only one of the drum majors for the Royal Regiment, he is also running cross country, or participating in ANY sport, for the first time his senior year. I believe he embodies the HEART award because he gives 100% to not only band and cross country, but he also excels academically. He could have given up or just gone through the motions to get through the season because cross country is not an easy sport, but he works to get better every day, and he WANTS to get better. Spencer is also very encouraging to his teammates on the cross country team and is equally as supportive of his bandmates in the Royal Regiment. Again, I believe he is deserving of the HEART award because of his hard work in the classroom as well as his TWO extracurricular activities he is involved in."
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Obituary - Cheryl Ann Sliffe
Cheryl Ann Sliffe, 77, of Bolivar, Missouri, departed this life on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Parkview Healthcare Facility in Bolivar, Missouri.
Cheryl was born on August 26, 1949, to Stanley and Elaine Payne. She was born and raised in Hermitage, Missouri, where her mother owned and operated a restaurant for 50 years. Growing up around the restaurant helped develop Cheryl's lifelong passion for cooking and baking.
Cheryl graduated from Hermitage High School in 1967 and went straight into the workforce. She dedicated many years to her career at HSBC before retiring.
She married Donald Sliffe on November, 26, 1988 in Bolivar, Missouri.
Cheryl was a talented cook and baker who especially enjoyed making her award-winning specialty pies. For 25 years, she was known for preparing meals at her church, sharing her love of cooking with others. She also enjoyed tending to her flowers, entertaining during the summer months, and spending time with family and friends.
Traveling was another one of Cheryl's greatest joys. She loved exploring new places and wanted to see all that life had to offer. She especially treasured the time she spent with her nieces and nephews, who held a special place in her heart.
Cheryl was known for her bubbly personality and her ability to always let others know where they stood with her. Her outgoing spirit, love for entertaining, and dedication to those she cared about will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Elaine Payne; her sister, Nancy Chandler; and her nephew, Jeff Davis.
She is survived by her husband Donald Sliffe; her brother, Gary Payne, and his daughter, Tammy Brown; her nephew, Curtis Chandler; along with other family members and friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday November 9, 2026 at First Christian Church, Bolivar, Missouri with inurnment at Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri at a later date.
Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Show Me Christian Youth Home, Lamonte, Missouri and send in care to Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701
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Thursday, November 5, 2026
Butler Chamber Halloween costume contest winners announced
A huge thank you to everyone who participated and showed off their incredible creativity this year! We were blown away by all the fantastic outfits, but after much deliberation, here are your official 2026 Costume Contest Winners:
0–2 Years: Jaxx Chandler
3–5 Years: Archie Remer
6–11 Years: Majesty Carter
12–17 Years: Zyon Castro
18+ Years: Heather Roges
Group Category (2 or More People):
We had such an impossible time deciding between two incredible group submissions that we decided BOTH should take home the win!
Co-Winners: Lesmeister Family & Reno Family
Thank you again to all of our spooky, funny, and creative entrants for making this year's contest such a success. We can't wait to see what you all come up with next year—start brainstorming your 2027 costumes now! -Courtesy Butler Area Chamber of Commerce
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Exciting News for McGennis Youth Center
We are proud to share that the McGennis team has received funding from the Nevada/Vernon County Community Foundation to support two exciting projects: renovations to our restrooms and improvements to our 5K trail
We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of this foundation and its continued investment in McGennis Youth Center and our community.
It was inspiring to see so many deserving organizations receive support for projects that strengthen Vernon County and the surrounding communities. Together, we are building opportunities for connection, recreation, and growth!
Want to be part of the progress? We welcome volunteers, contractors, and community organizations interested in helping bring these projects to life. Please reach out if you'd like to get involved!
We are excited for what's ahead as we continue improving McGennis for future generations.
Time to get to work!
Courtesy McGennis Youth Center
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Welcome to the Butler Chamber: Relax Massage
We are thrilled to give a official Butler Area Chamber of Commerce welcome to Relax Massage & Spa!
Whether you need targeted deep-tissue work or a restful relaxation session, owner and licensed massage therapist Brandee brings over 16 years of experience to help you destress, work out stubborn tension, and feel your absolute best.
-New Location: 627 W. Ohio St., Butler, MO
-Services Offered: Customized Massage Therapy (60, 75, 90, & 120-minute sessions) and Head Spa experiences tailored specifically to your needs
-Booking: By Appointment Only
Please help us celebrate their move into a new stand-alone location on Ohio Street! Next time your body needs a little extra care, treat yourself locally.
-Book Online or by Text: (218)252-2062
-Follow on Facebook:
Relax Massage & Spa Facebook Page
Welcome to the Chamber family, Relax Massage! We are so glad to have you growing right here in Butler.
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