Butler Chamber presents awards

The Butler Chamber of Commerce held their 2012 Annual Award Banquet on March 22nd. A special “This Is Your Life” presentation was given to Jim and Carol Peters for their contributions to the Chamber.

The Chamber recognized those retiring from the Board – Kelli Schapeler, President and Members Jan Rush and Pam Martin. 

The slate of Officers and Board for the 2011-2012 Officers and Board are:
Misty Brooks, President from Medicalodge
Carmin Gregory, President Elect from Osage Valley Electric
Chad Anderson, Vice President – Bates County Sheriff
Michelle Schroder – Secretary/Treasurer – KMAM/KMOE 92.1
Board Members include Paula Schowengerdt, Christie Bunch, Jodi Welston, Doncella Liggins and Danny Robinson. New members include Peggy Buhr, Brian Harris and Greg Mullinax

Chamber members having anniversaries this year:
5 years – West Central Community Action Agency, Solar Shade
10 years – Casey’s General Store – Ft. Scott and Orange Street, Scott Friedrich Law Firm, The Computer Aisle, Westward Gifts, Bates County Industries
15 years –Mr. Longarm, Adrian Banks, LPL Financial, Community First Bank, Sears, Accu Tech Pest
20 years – Bristol Manor

25 years – Sage Animal Health Clinic. Flaming Lantern
30 years –Ed Yoder, State Farm, Shelter Insurance, Country Mart
50 years – KMAM/KMOE Radio, Ashgrove Aggregates

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet