Celebrate New Year's Eve in Bates County...

No need to drag off to the city or someplace else far away to bring in the new year...there's plenty going on right here in Bates County:

Rising Sun Opera 312 Park St., Rich Hill - featuring music from Order Number Eleven with free hats, noise maker and beads. Doors open at 7 p.m. BYOB.

Plunkett Bowl South business 71 highway, Butler - $15 person includes bowling, shoes, drink specials and midnight toast. Call to reserve your spot 660-200-7333.

Butler Country Club 800 Country Club Drive - Steak and shrimp with all the trimmings, live music by Breakaway. Happy hour starts at 6:30, dinner at 8 p.m. RSVP by calling 660-679-3637 by Dec. 29th. $100 per couple, $45 for singles.

Amsterdam Cafe & Bar on Main St. - Live music by the Easy Rider Band. Prime Rib and Shrimp dinners available. For info call 660-267-3209.

Remember, please don't drink and drive. Have a safe and fun new year!