MoCHIP event set for Oct. 6th

MoCHIP—Child Identification & Protection Program: Keeping Missouri Kids Safe!


Butler, Missouri—October 6th 2012—With more than 100,000 children processed through the MoCHIP Child ID program in 4 years, MoCHIP is clearly a presence in the community and vows to remain so! Taking place this Saturday the Missouri Masonic Family will be on hand to further ensure the safety of area children FREE OF CHARGE.

And the MoCHIP program works! No parent wants to believe that the unimaginable could happen to them, though nearly 2,000 children are reported missing or abducted in the United States each day. The peace of mind MoCHIP provides to Missouri families is invaluable. The program consists of five major components—digital photographs, digital fingerprints, vital child information and emergency contacts, a dental bite impression, and two laminated ID cards. The photographs, fingerprints, and child data are burned onto a mini-CD that is compatible with the AMBER ALERT system already in place. The dental impression provides a virtual diagram of the child’s biting surface, which, like fingerprints is unique to each individual, and further supplies enough saliva to provide a DNA sample that can also be used as scent source for trained canine search teams. Combined, this five-part process provides a dramatic, time-sensitive recovery tool for authorities.

Once the child is processed through the program, which generally takes only 15 minutes, the parent is armed with a single pre-printed envelope that instructs authorities in the event of an emergency, something a parent in crisis would undoubtedly have trouble with, and a proactive measure to combat the time sensitivity involved in recovery. Within a matter of minutes the MoCHIP CD can be loaded into a computer directly form a police officers automobile and entered into the Amber Alert system. Girls AND boys ages 11 - 21 are statistically most susceptible to become missing and the “MoCHIP Packet,” that contains all the child’s vital information, has been tested 6 times that we know of, and resulted in all children—teenagers—being returned safely and promptly to their parents care.

On the day of the MoCHIP event, parents are urged to gather pertinent information about such as, doctor, dentist, and emergency contact and phone numbers, allergies, medications, and parent work, cell, and assorted phone numbers. Information Collection Forms and Permission slips can be downloaded from the mochip.org Web site and filled out ahead of time. Height charts and scales are available at the event to facilitate the most current details regarding the child. As would be expected, security and privacy are of utmost importance. All information and specimens are collected on site, processed and provided to the parent or legal guardian in a yellow envelope. At the end of each event, databases are erased using state-of-the-art software. The only item retained by the Masonic Children’s Foundation is the signed permission slip.

Deemed “one of the most comprehensive child recovery and identification programs in the nation,” by The National Center for Exploited and Missing Children, NCEMC, and the leader of the Take 25 campaign push this past May, holding more than 20 Take 25 events—MoCHIP is solely sponsored by the Masonic Children’s Foundation of the Grand Lodge of Missouri Masons. Please visit our Web site (www.mochip.org) for more information or to schedule an event in your area, and we are on Facebook and Twitter too!

Sponsoring Masonic Lodges: 32nd Masonic District
Event Date: October, 6th
Event Time: 10:00 am till 2:00 pm
Event Location: 11 W. Dakota St. Butler Mo.

For more information on becoming a corporate partner or to make a donation, please contact MCF Coordinator, Nicholas R. Cichielo (636-530-6069, email nick.mochip@charter.net) or visit the calendar on our Web site www.mochip.org to locate future events in your area.

News from Adrian Lanes

Adrian Lanes
BOWLING NEWS
Through September 29, 2012

Sun Handicap Travel League
Westchester Lanes I​45.5-14.5
Capri Bowl​40.5-19.5
Windsor Lanes​38.0-22.0
Adrian Lanes I​36.0-24.0
Adrian Lanes II​24.5-35.5
Jesters House​20.0-40.0
Stockton Lanes​18.5-41.5
Westchester Lanes II​17.0-43.0
​Oct 21 Stockton Lanes.

Sun 1:30 Youth-Adult
​Sep 23: High Game: Dan Goodrich 247, Chris Bolin 182, Jessica Paull 113, Suzie Bolin 107, Marissa Bolin 49. High Series: Dan Goodrich 724, Chris Bolin 497, Jessica Paull 280, Suzie Bolin 275, Marissa Bolin 121. NEED BOWLERS.
$9 week, pay when you play

Sunday 6pm Adult Open
John’s Team​09.0-03.0
Camie’s Team​08.0-04.0
Hanuman​06.0-06.0
D & B Trucking​06.0-06.0
CSI: Adrian​06.0-06.0​
Butler Pharmacy​05.0-07.0
Shadows Keepers​05.0-07.0
Kershner Heat & AC​03.0-09.0
​Sep 23: High Game: Mat Bridges 258, Kyle Osborn 253, Robert Greer 245, John McCoy 245, Greg Hilbus 242, Anita Kershner 233, Butch Corley 218, Camie Kagarice 216, Josh Yates 214, Wanda Parmenter 198, Lisa McQuinn 195, Michael Crowden 195, Dwight Robinson 190, Barb Chulufas 186, Mellenie Estes 169, Amber Shaffer 168, Betty Wisdom 162, Rochelle Robinson 158. High Series: Mat Bridges 689, Kyle Osborn 675, Greg Hilbus 648, Anita Kershner 636, John McCoy 623, Robert Greer 613, Camie Kagarice 605, Lisa McQuinn 556, Wanda Parmenter 527, Barb Chulufas 511.

Sun 8:45 Doubles​ Start Oct 14

Monday 7:30 Men
Buddy System​11.0-01.0
Anti-Monkey Butt​07.0-05.0
The Vacuums​06.0-06.0​
Yoss’ Thriftway​05.0-07.0
Curt’s Team​05.0-07.0
Need-a-Team​00.0-00.0
​Sep 24: High Game: Ben Smith 266, Nick Perkins 265, Jeff Doty 230, Dan Goodrich 227, Ron Highley 223, Dale Cumpton 222, Curt Smith 221, Tim Covey 212, Craig Irwin 212, Mat Bridges 211, Dwight Robinson 205, Wade Cumpton 203, Gary Wood 203. High Series: Nick Perkins 700, Ben Smith 646, Ron Highley 636, Curt Smith 633, Dale Cumpton 616, Dan Goodrich 604. NEED BOWLERS

Tuesday 10am Women
The B B’s​05.0-03.0
Pin Heads​04.0-04.0
Bowling Buddies​05.0-03.0
Pin Pals​04.0-04.0
K B J L​04.0-04.0​
Sharon’s Avon​02.0-06.0
​Sep 18, High Game: Tina Doll 203, Debbie Beard 183, Eva Adams 166, Donna Moore 161, Colleen Portzen 159, Carol Irvin 156, Betty Smith 155. High Series: Debbie Beard 491.
NEED TWO TEAMS.

Tuesday 7pm Open
I QUIT !!​11.5-04.5
Melanie’s Team​11.0-05.0
Carroll Chiropractic​10.0-06.0
Strike Me​09.5-06.5
Kyle’s Team​09.0-07.0
Robin’s Nest​07.0-09.0
Studio 201​ ​04.0-12.0
Waiting 4 Rob​02.0-14.0
​Sep 25: High Game: Nick Perkins 278, Kyle Edwards 243, Mat Bridges 235, Kent Taylor 235, Dale Cumpton 221, Wade Cumpton 197, Davin Hubbard 196, Wilson Ausmer 196, Leroy Foster 192, Chelsey Yates 190, Joan Wise 190, Faith Hutchens 172, Steve Atkin 172, Mitch Mitchell 164, Kelly Wernex 157, Lisa Webb 157. High Series: Nick Perkins 716, Mat Bridges 626, Dale Cumpton 626, Joan Wise 473.

Wednesday 7pm Men
Misfits​13.0-03.0
Billingsley Service​09.5-06.5
D & B Trucking​07.0-09.0
Kershner Heat & AC​07.0-09.0
Carroll Chiropractic​06.5-09.5
Hillbilly Karaoke​05.0-11.0
​Sep 26: High Game: Dustin Scrogham 255, Nick Perkins 251, John McCoy 249, Clint Schuman 247, Mat Bridges 237, Dan Goodrich 233, Ron Brown 225, Joe Clapp 220, Claude Billingsley 212, Jim Widner 205, Bill Rhoads 205. High Series: Mat Bridges 687, Dustin Scrogham 669, Nick Perkins 652, Clint Schuman 649, John McCoy 623. NEED 2 BOWLERS + 2 Teams

Thursday 6:30 Women
The Bowling Angels​12.0-04.0
Old & Restless​11.0-05.0
Tabby’s Cats​09.0-07.0​
Double Vision​09.0-07.0
Schuman Vinyl​04.0-12.0
Need-a-Team​00.0-00.0
​Sep 27: High Game: Pam Crowden 211, Anita Kershner 201, Roxy Sage 197, Camie Kagarice 190, Eva Adams 177, Kit Corum 175, Laverne Goodrich 170, Mim Jackson 168, Donna Moore 168, Tabitha Gray 161, Lois Durbin 159, Lona Lockard 158, Jeanie Ephland 155, Lorraine Kershner 155. High Series: Anita Kershner 540, Pam Crowden 538, Camie Kagarice 535. NEED BOWLERS

Friday Nooners
Sep 28: High Game: Jon Atkin 209, Leroy Foster 192, Steve Atkin 190, Don Chulufas 185, Mim Jackson 179, Dale Smith 179, Tom Rosekopf 176, Gene Atkin 170, Sue Merritt 166, Robin Atkin 162, Ross Wainscott 162, Wesley Merritt 161, Betty Smith 160, Troy Burton 160, Jean Wilson 149, Lorraine Kershner 148, Chuck Wyatt 142, Paul Stevenson 93. High Series: Leroy Foster 537, Don Chulufas 536, Mim Jackson 516, Dale Smith 509.

Fri After School​
Bumper and Non-Bumper
Sep 28: High Game: Alyssa Gray 116, Alexia Bridges 64. NEED BOWLERS. $6 per week for Bumper Bowlers (2 games), $9 per week for Non-Bumper Bowlers (3 games).

Friday night football scores

Adrian 35, Appleton City 6

Cass-Midway 48, Christ Prep Academy 15

Tipton 63, Butler 20 (at Lincoln, Mo.)

Sherwood 40, Kansas City-St. Mary's 18

Nevada 54, Kansas City-Northeast 7

Springfield Central 61, El Dorado Springs 55

Drexel 54, Rich Hill 8

Adrian homecoming parade highlights

It's Blackhawks vs Bulldogs at 7 p.m. tonight as the annual homecoming celebration continues...

Up in smoke?

Missouri Seeks to Dramatically Hike Tobacco Tax, IPCPR Opposes

Jefferson, MO -- Proposition B, a proposed 150% tax increase on cigars and pipe tobacco, in addition to a 760% tax increase on cigarettes, is causing quite a stir in Missouri. Politicians claim the tax hike will help fund education and health care, while small business owners are criticizing the open attack on their businesses.

Opponents of the initiative, including the International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association (IPCPR), point out that none of the tax revenue raised by Prop. B is required to be spent on tobacco-related illnesses, but rather that a board of bureaucrats directs where the money is spent, even going so far as being able to fund their own special-interest groups.

“We elected these men and women to protect our businesses, not tax them into the ground. One group of business shouldn't be continually attacked simply because some bureaucrats need to fund a project or initiative. All Missourians should pay their fair share in taxes, rather than one group being endlessly attacked," said Curt Diebel, owner of Diebel’s Sportsmens Gallery in Kansas City, MO.

The IPCPR also fears that this tax increase will result in “border bleed,” the movement of tobacco sales to neighboring states with lower taxes, ultimately harming local businesses and forfeiting the tax revenue that the Missouri state government sought in the first place.
“Most small tobacconists throughout this country are mom-and-pop operations dotting the American Main Street. In an already tumultuous economy, the government be focused on preserving jobs, not destroying them,” said Bill Spann, CEO of the IPCPR.

The initiative will be up for vote in November.

Circuit Court news

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE

Diana L Rich, Clerk

Sept 24-28, 2012

Eugene Miller v MO DOR, Petition filed.

Nina Cynthia Jennings v Kyle Wayne Jennings, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

Carol Sue Sell et al v Robert D Shirley, Petition for Wrongful Death, Change of Venue from Henry Co. filed.

Eric Douglas Green v Rebecca Ann Moppin, Petition for Dissolution filed.

St v. Sara E Jack, Felony possession of controlled substance with intent to distribute, methamphetamines, found guilty, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, Defe. To pay court costs,to pay $150 on State Forensic Laboratory Account, to attend and successfully complete any treatment/counseling as directed, Defe. To be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. shall not possess/consume any alcoholic beverages or be where sold/served, Defe. To perform 200 hours of community service.

St v. David E Mealman, Felony stealing, guilty plea, sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, sentence to run concurrently with other sentences.

St v. David E Mealman, probation revoked, to serve previous sentence of 5 years in MDOC, sentence to run concurrently with other sentences.

St v. David E Mealman, probation revoked, to serve previous sentence of 5 years in MDOC, sentence to run concurrently with other sentences.

St v. Cory Wayne Spurling-Cumpton, I: Felony assault of LEO, II: Felony Resisting arrest, found guilty, given SIS, placed on 5 years probation, Defe. Will be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall not possess or consume alcoholic beverages or be where sold/served, Defe. To peform 200 hours of community service, Defe shall not receiv probation “good time” credits.

St v. Robin Lee Perry, Felony possession of controlled substance, methamphetamines, found guilty, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, Defe. To pay court costs, to pay $150 on State Forensic Laboratory Account, Defe. Shall attend and successfully complete any counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. To get substance abuse treatment and after care. Defe. Shall submit to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall not possess/consume any alcoholic beverages or be where sold/served. Defe. Shall perform 150 hours of community service.

St v. Robin Lee Perry, Felony stealing, found guilty, sentenced to 7 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, sentence to run concurrently with other sentences. Defe. To pay $7,440 restitution jointly and severally.

St v. Justin M Sherman, Felony resisting a lawful stop, guilty plea, fined $2500, sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, sentence to run concurrently with other sentences. Defe. To pay court costs, Defe. To attend and successfully complete counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. To be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, to perform 100 hours of community service.

St v. Justin M Sherman, Ct I: Felony possession of forgery instrument, Ct. II of Felony possession of forgery instrument dismissed upon plea to Ct. I, found guilty, fined $2500, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, Defe. To pay court costs, Defe. Shall attend and successfully complete any counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. Shall be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. shall perform 100 hours of community service, total of 200 hours with other case.

St v. Gerald L Jones, probation revoked, previous sentence of 4 years in MDOC invoked.

St v. Zachary R King, Felony possession of controlled substance, pcp, found guilty, given SIS, placed on 5 years probation, Defe. To pay court costs, Defe. To attend and successfully complete any counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. To get substance abuse treatment and aftercare, Defe. Shall be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. To perform 200 hours of community service as directed.

Robert S Jackson v Eva M Crouse, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Lady Bears game cancelled

The Butler Lady Bear Softball game vs Archie scheduled for tonight Sept. 27 has been cancelled.

Your weekend planner

Friday
30% chance of rain with a high of 75.

Football - Appleton City at Adrian 7 p.m. (Adrian Homecoming Parade at 2 p.m.)

Football - Rich Hill at Drexel 7 p.m.

Football - Butler vs Tipton (to be played at the Lincoln, Mo. high school) 7 p.m.


Saturday
Partly cloudy with high of 77.

Louisburg Cider Mill Ciderfest just west of Louisburg Ks on 68 highway

Johnny Appleseed Day Camp at Poplar Heights Farm 3 to 5 p.m. for info call 660-679-0764

Evening at the Farm at Poplar Heights Farm 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Drug Take Back Program - get rid of unwanted prescription drugs at the Bates County Health Center 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Alpacas for Autism Fall Festival 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.AlpacasForAutism.org

Annual Austin Bean Eatin rain or shine at the Austin Baptist Church

Sunday
Sunny and 81.

The "Battle of Island Mound" at the Appleton City Depot 7 p.m.

Louisburg Cider Mill Ciderfest just west of Louisburg Ks on 68 highway

Outlaw Buddy Bass Tournament for info call 660-679-9101

Alpacas for Autism Fall Festival 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.AlpacasForAutism.org

If you would like something added, send us an email at bateswire@hotmail.com and have a safe weekend!

Missouri Offers Its Bounty

From the desk of Senator David Pearce

As the fall weather begins, it is typical for thoughts to lead to those fall outdoor activities, such as hunting. There are many opportunities to participate in that ever-popular sport around the 31stSenatorial District.

Many folks look forward to deer season every year. And with good reason. Not only is a test of skill, but venison can help fill many freezers with nutritious meat. Regular firearm season for deer will run from Nov. 10 through Nov. 20 this year. However, archery, or bow, season has already begun. That season stretches from Sept. 15 to Nov. 9 and will resume on Nov. 21 and run until Jan. 15, 2013. Archery season for turkey runs the same dates as deer, with the fall firearm season taking place from Oct. 1 through Oct. 31.

Of course, participating in any activity that involves weapons calls for certain safety precautions. Using safe, ethical hunting practices keeps both hunters and by-standers at minimal risk. According to the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), there are a couple of things to always keep in mind while hunting. Always be sure of your target and what is beyond it before you shoot. Be certain that your equipment is in good condition and your firearm is properly sighted. Always wear a harness if shooting from a tree stand. Please be sure to get permission when hunting or crossing private land and know the boundaries and obstacles. Be safe and respectful and follow all laws and rules. Remember that wearing hunter orange is not a choice. It is a necessary precaution. As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure; remembering this can keep you and your fellow hunters out of harm’s way.

Hunting also provides for the less fortunate. The Share the Harvest Program assists many Missouri families every year. According to the MDC, 6,191 hunters donated 317,882 pounds of venison during the 2011 hunting season. That is truly a wonderful gift to those with so little. It is easy to participate in the Share the Harvest Program. Just take your deer to any participating processing center and let them know how much of your deer you would like to donate, either in pounds or the whole deer. They will see that your donation gets picked up by the local sponsoring agency who will take it to a charitable agency for distribution. While the processing fees are the responsibility of the donating hunter, there are often funds available to assist with those costs. You can call your regional MDC office for a list of participating processors. That center can then turn in the amount of your donation for reimbursement. Always talk to your local processor to determine if funds are available.

The MDC website, www.mdc.mo.gov, provides information about all things hunting-related in the Show-Me State. I encourage you to visit its website and educate yourself before heading out into our state’s vast hunting areas to enjoy one of Missouri’s most celebrated pastimes. This state of ours is full of beauty, and we owe it to ourselves to make the most of it.

As always, please feel free to contact me or my staff with any questions or concerns at any time. We look forward to hearing your comments and suggestions and trying to answer any questions you may have. You can reach us by phone at 866-277-0882 (toll-free) or 573-751-2272, or by fax at 573-526-7381.

Senator David Pearce serves Bates, Cass, Johnson and Vernon counties in the 31st State Senatorial District.

BCMH pancake fundraiser set of Oct. 13th

The Bates County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will host a Pancake Breakfast October 13th. The event will generate funds for the annual scholarship fund. Admission will be $4.00 in advance at $5.00 at the door. Children under 3 years old will eat free. 

Chef Freeman Stanfill, will be cooking the famous pancakes from 7 am to 10 a.m. in the Education Center of Bates County Memorial Hospital. Advance tickets are available at the information desk.

Obituary - Tywana Strange

(Cremation) Memorial services for Tywana Strange will be 2:00 PM Saturday, September 29, 2012 at the Mullinax Funeral Home in Butler, Missouri (660) 679-0009 with Greg Mullinax officiating. Visitation prior to services at 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Contributions to any charity of the donor’s choice. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Tywana Jean Strange, 54 of Butler, Missouri died September 25, 2012 at her home in Butler. Tywana was born February 10, 1958, daughter of Billy Joe and Dolores Jackson. She was united in marriage to Roger Strange October 28, 2000. Tywana was a homemaker whose favorite pastime was taking care of her grandchildren.

Tywana was preceded in death by her father, and one brother, Edward Jackson. She is survived by her mother, Dolores Jackson; husband Roger Strange of Butler; sons Charles Puhr of Butler, Missouri and Michael Puhr of Grandview, Missouri. She also leaves behind six grandchildren as well as numerous brothers, sisters, and cousins.

Pie price officially a world record!

Linda and Jerry Mumma shelled out the cash that put
Rich Hill in the record books- paying $3,100.00 for
a pie

After nearly 11 weeks of anxiously waiting, it is NOW “official” … Rich Hill, Missouri, has put their name in the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD list!

Notification officially came today from the Guinness World Records home office in London that the July 6th Pie Contest and Auction, where a pie baked by Jara Mumma, and purchased by her grandparents Jerry and Linda Mumma for $3,100.00, is now a confirmed WORLD RECORD. The Pie Contest and Auction has become an annual event and important fund raiser for the “Famous for the Fourth” Celebration for which that community is widely known. Each year the auction has grown more critical to the success of helping foot the enormous bill for conducting the 4-day Fourth of July celebration, which is complete with carnival, parade, fireworks, and BIG name entertainment such as this year’s FREE concert by the nationally known group, The Kentucky Headhunters!

A formal presentation ceremony is being planned for a future date.

Important absentee voter information

Marlene Wainscott, Bates County Clerk announces that her office now has the ballots to vote absentee for the November 6, 2012 General election

A voter can only vote absentee for the following reasons:

Absence on election day from the jurisdiction in which I am registered

Incapacity or confinement due to illness or physical disability, including caring for a person who is incapacitated or confined due to illness or disability

Religious belief or practice

Employment as an election authority or by an election authority at a location other than my polling place

Incarceration, although I have retained all the necessary qualifications of voting.

Office hours are Monday thru Friday 8:30 to 12:00 and 1:00 to 4:30. The Clerk’s office will be open on Saturday, October 27th and Saturday, November 3rd from the hours of 8:00 to noon.

If you have any questions please the County Clerk’s office at 660-679-3371.

Jubilee royalty

Tiny Tot Royalty - Brayden Lohman and Averi Dawn,
Princess - McKinzie McWilliam
Prince - C.J. McWilliam
Queen - Arizona Roberts

Lady Bears secure 12 to 8 win over Lone Jack

The Lady Bears softball team got a big win over Lone Jack on Monday night, winning 12-8. It was the first time Butler has ever beaten Lone Jack in softball. The girls played a solid game from start to finish scoring 2 runs in every inning except for the 6th. Kylee Johnson was 1 for 2 with a double. Beth Coleman was 3 for 4 with 2 doubles and a homerun. Bree Platt was 4 for 5 with 4 RBIs. Sage Hutton was 3 for 4, and Sabrina Hill was 1 for 2 with a double.

The Lady Bears softball team continued their winning streak with a win over St. Mary's Tuesday night 23-1. In 3 innings of play, Sabrina Hill struck out 5 St. Mary's batters. Danika Ford was 2 for 3; Kylee Johnson was 1 for 2 with a double; McKenna Treece was 3 for 3; Beth Coleman was 4 for 4 with a triple; Bree Platt was 4 for 4 with a double; Sage Hutton was 2 for 2 with 2 doubles, and Sabrina Hill was 2 for 2.

-our thanks to Tammy Appleberry

Local youth graduates from Marine boot camp

Jared Best, 18, graduated from a 13 week intensive training boot camp as a Marine on Friday, Sept. 21st. Best has 10 days leave (to be spent in the Butler area) and then will go to job training for about a year in Pennsicola, FL for a career in aviation maintenance as an aviation electronics technician (AET). Jared graduated earlier this year from Butler High School and is the son of Jan Black, formerly of Butler.

Butler JH volleyball scores

The JH Volleyball A team walked away with a win against Sherwood. They won 2/3 sets. The scores were 22-25 Sherwood, 25-23 Butler, and 25-11 Butler. The B team fell to Sherwood. The scores were 15-25 and 19-25.

-our thanks to Laury Johnson 

Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect until 6:45 p.m.

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning to be in effect until 6:45 this evening for southern Bates County. Expect straight line winds in excess of 50 mph with golf ball sized hail.

You may view live radar by clicking here

Obituary - Mary Summers

Graveside services for Mary Summers will be 1 p.m. Friday, September 28, 2012 at Jenkins Cemetery in Cullison, Kansas with Pastor Tony Reynolds officiating. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6-7 pm. at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Children's Miracle Network.

Mary Carolyn Summers, age 65 of Adrian, Missouri died Sunday, September 23, 2012 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. She was born June 29, 1947 to Norman Stanley and Margie Lou Bowman Jenkins in Ponca City, Oklahoma. Mary, one of two children, grew up in Haviland, Kansas where she attended school. On July 1, 1967 she was united in marriage to Joe Summers in Ashland, Kansas. Mary worked as a Support Manager for Walmart until her health no longer allowed. She also cleaned houses and waitressed.

Mary enjoyed watching and feeding humming birds, fishing with Joe, reading romance novels, bowling and working word puzzles. She was a strong woman but was sweet to all who knew her and would do anything to help others. Mary was very good with the kids at work, listened to their problems and was very motherly to them. She had a great sense of humor and enjoyed making others laugh. Mary is survived by her brother, Tom Jenkins and wife Connie of Pratt, Kansas; a nephew, nieces and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Joe.

Ready, set, Bar-B-Que!

The Kansas City Barbeque Society and local BBQ competitors will be in Butler October 26th and 27th for this family-friendly event hosted by the Butler Area Chamber of Commerce. The day will include craft and vendor booths, a kids fun zone, duck, turkey and goose calling demonstrations, a car and bike show and the 5 k run/walk. 

Other highlights include a pumpkin carving contest, a performance by the Connie White School of Dance, the Butler high school choir will be on stage and the Hillbilly Hook-N-Pull, garden tractor and mini rod pull will start at 2 pm… The Crowning of the BBQ Queen and Princess will be at 4 pm. The day will wrap up with the “Black Jack BBQ Band”, performing live at 8 p.m. until midnight. 

The two day event will hit the Bates county Fairgrounds at noon of Friday October 26th and continue all day Saturday October 27th. For more information contact the Butler Area Chamber of Commerce by calling 660-679-3380 or visit them on the web at www.butlermochamber.org

Sponsors include Scott Friedrich Law Offices, Briarwood Angus’ Farms, The X-Group, The City of Butler and your Butler Country Mart Grocery Store. Stop by an tell 'em thanks!

Thrift Store NOT closing...

There have been a lot of rumors that the Food Pantry Thrift Store is closing. We are not closing we are moving. We will be having a moving sale next week October 1 thru 5th. We will be closed for the Hucksters Fall Festival on Saturday October 6th to allow our volunteers to enjoy the festivities and 5k walk. We are continuing to accept donations at our present site. As soon as we have finalized our new location we will let everyone know.

-Laura Shipley, Butler Community Food Pantry/Thrift Store

Your chance to donate blood tomorrow...

Photo highlights of Butler vs Lamar game last Friday

Last Friday's game against Lamar proved to be a tough one as the Bears fell 63 to 12 when the timer ran out. Photos are courtesy of Tonya Nisely www.lifesencorephoto.com 

Butler Senior Trey Mareth takes down a Tiger

Senior Tanner McGuire covers the ball for a fast escape

Close loss for Jr. High Bears

Butler Bears vs Sherwood Marksmen Jr High Football Summary- Sept. 17th

On Monday, Sept 17, the Butler Bears junior high football team hosted the Sherwood Marksmen for their second game of the season. The Bears lost a tough game by a final score of 12-14. On a 4th down play in their opening drive of the game, the Marksmen found the edge for a 40 yard touchdown run in the open field. The Bears defense held out the Marksmen on the following PAT attempt, though. The Bear offense had a strong game this week, giving the Bears a chance to win the game up to the last moment. RB Dylan Morris scored the Bears first touchdown on a 20 yard run in the second half. The Bears failed to convert the PAT, leaving the game at 6-6. With a tie game late in the fourth quarter, the Bear offense fumbled the ball on their own 35 yard line. The Bear defense then allowed a costly last-minute touchdown on a 4th down, 30 yard pass play. The Marksmen converted their PAT for the 14-6 lead with little over a minute remaining. QB Devon Page led the Bears on a frantic offensive drive in the final minute. Led by a 20 yard reception by WR Brody Kauffman followed by a 16 yard run from RB Tanner Diehl, the Bears reached the endzone with only 20 seconds left in the game, bringing the score to 12-14. The Bears 2 point conversion attempt was stopped just short of the goal line, though, sealing the Marksmen victory.

Offensively, RB Tanner Diehl had a strong rushing attack for the Bears, averaging 9 yards per carry for a total of 72 yards on 8 carries. Defensively, LB Ben Holt led the Bears with 11 tackles, 7 solo and 4 assisted. DB Peyton Shearer also had an interception with a 20 yard return for the Bears.

The Bears travel to Clinton for their next game on Tuesday, Sept 25, at 6 pm.

Rushing

Tanner Diehl 8 carries, 72 yds, 1 touchdown
Dylan Morris 6 carries, 23 yds, 1 touchdown
Devon Page 10 carries, 20 yds

Passing
D Page 5 passes, 2 complete, 21 total yds

Receptions

B Kauffman 1 receptions, 20 total yds
T Diehl 1 reception, 1 total yds

Tackles

Ben Holt 7 solo, 4 assist, 11 total
Dylan Morris 3 solo, 4 assist, 7 total
Tanner Diehl 3 solo, 4 assist, 7 total
Devon Page 2 solo, 5 assist, 7 total
Dakota Hulse 1 solo, 4 assist, 5 total
Reid Davis 4 assist, 4 total
Brody Kauffman 1 solo, 3 assist, 4 total
Austin Cooper 1 solo, 2 assist, 3 total
Travis Thomas 2 assist, 2 total
Martin Melhuish 1 solo, 1 total
Peyton Shearer 1 solo, 1 total

Interceptions
Peyton Shearer 1, returned 20 yds

Special Teams

Punts
Bryce Hill Punts, 3 punts, 10 yds, 27 yds, 38 yds

-our thanks to Brandon Wackerman

Apple Day Camp this Saturday

Obituary - Kathy Jo Garnett

Funeral services for Kathy Jo Garnett will be 2 p.m. Friday, September 28, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Rev. Lynn Snapp officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to family for Kathy Garnett Memorial.

Kathy Jo Garnett, age 55 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, September 24, 2012 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. She was born January 1, 1957 to Ernest “Pete” and Dorothy Hudson Shirk in Twin Falls, Idaho.

Kathy Jo is survived by her husband Jim Garnett of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Frederick Moore of Moberly, Missouri and Kevin Garnett and wife Barbara of Winchester, Illinois; two daughters, Mindy Harper and husband Chris of Butler, Missouri and Penny Garnett of Windsor, Missouri; two brothers, Roger Shirk and wife Lori of Belton, Missouri and Troy Shirk and wife Cinnamon of Rogersville, Missouri; two sisters, Diana Carrell and husband Gaylor of Belton, Missouri and Judy Cassidy of Paola, Kansas; her mother, Dorothy Shirk of Belton, Missouri; and 19 grandchildren, Marilyn Anderson, Michaela Neider-Garnett, Matthew Kesterson, Nathan Garnett, Austin Garnett, Haley Garnett, Brianna Blakey, Elizabeth Blakey, Cody Moore, Justina Miller, Jessie Miller, Kayla Patrick, Sierra Moore, Dillion Moore, Leah Moore, Brianna Moore, Zack West, Haile Harper and Nick Harper; brothers-in-law, Don Garnett and wife Janet of Merwin, Missouri, David Garnett and wife Rita of Stella, Missouri and Alan Garnett and wife Summer; sister-in-law, Gwen Tarvin and husband David of Butler, Missouri; and father-in-law, Norris D. Garnett and wife Elizabeth of Butler, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her father and mother-in-law, Irene Garnett.

Richards Mo. woman hurt in crash on V highway today

Deborah L. Brooks, 48, of Richards Mo. sustained what are listed as moderate injuries in a single car crash just before 1 p.m. today in southwest Bates County.

According to the report filed by MSHP Cpl. Pate, Brooks was driving a 1980 Chevrolet pickup northbound on V highway near county road SW 10508 when the vehicle traveled off the right side of the roadway, overcorrected, went to the left side of the road and struck a ditch. The driver was ejected from the vehicle through the passenger window.

Brooks was transported to Research Hospital in Kansas City via Life Net helicopter. The report indicates that she was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident.

County roads at 71 to be closed between Adrian and Passaic as part of I-49 project

County Road Access to Route 71 CLOSING between Adrian and Passaic Beginning Oct. 1

Bates County -- Three county roads that now access Route 71 between Adrian and Passaic will be closed at the highway permanently beginning Monday, Oct. 1, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.

County Road Northeast 10974, County Road Northeast 10004 and County Road Northeast 9004 between Adrian and Passaic will CLOSE at Route 71 as work progresses to upgrade Route 71 to Interstate 49.

Beginning Oct 1, the county roads and their crossovers on Route 71 will be removed PERMANENTLY.

Drivers will have to use other county roads and state highways to reach the Route 18 interchange at Adrian and the Bates County Route F/D interchange at Passaic.

During the county road/crossover removals, drivers can expect lane closings on Route 71 as MoDOT crews remove the county road approaches to the highway on either side of Route 71.

Also, crews will work in the Route 71 median to remove the crossovers at the county roads.

It will take approximately three days of work at each intersection to remove the pavement and then regrade slopes and do other dirt work.

The project should be completed by the end of October.

I-49 Wrapup

The county road intersections along Route 71 is part of the final group of U.S. 71 projects needed before the highway can be designated as I-49 by the end of 2012.

An interchange project at Vernon County Route TT and outer road construction in Bates County south of Rich Hill are under construction to help complete the upgrade.

Bates County Sheriff's Dept. weekly report

Bates County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report

September 17, 2012 to September 23, 2012

09-17-2012

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY/VEHICLE/PERSON-Drexel- PROPERTY DAMAGE-Butler
BURGLAR ALARM-Rich Hill
PROPERTY DAMAGE-Butler- at approximately 0920 hours Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle in rural Drexel, MO.
VANDALISM-Hume Deputies responded to Hume in reference to someone tampering with a semi truck. No suspect information released at this time.

09-18-2012
AGENCY ASSIST – ROUTINE-Adrian
ANIMAL BITE-Amoret- Deputies responded to take a dog bite report at Bates County Memorial ER.



09-19-2012
BURGLARY IP / JO-Drexel- Bates County Deputies took a Burglary report in the RR 1 Drexel area. No suspect information at this time.
THEFT OCCURRED EARLIER- Bates County Deputies took a walk in report of a theft that occurred earlier. Suspect information not released at this time.

09-20-2012
THEFT IP / JO-Rich Hill Bates County Deputies took a report of stolen grease from Rich Hill. Two subjects were arrested and placed on 24 hour holds.
-Amoret Deputies responded to a unresponsive male in rural Amoret.

09-21-2012
CIVIL STANDBY-Adrian
BURGLARY OCCURRED EARLIER-Amoret- Bates County Deputies took a Burglary report in the Amoret area. No suspect information at this time
Bates County Deputies took a report of Property Damage in the Hume area. No suspect information at this time.
Deputies executed an arrest warrant- Deputies took a report of stolen drivers license, keys and wallet in the Ballard area. No charges have been filed at this time

09-22-2012
CARELESS & IMPRUDENT DRIVING
DOMESTIC IP / JO- Hume Deputies responded to the Hume area in reference to a disturbance in progress. The male subject was arrested and placed in the Bates County Jail.
CARELESS & IMPRUDENT DRIVING-Butler Bates County Deputies responded to the 52 West in regards to careless and imprudent driving. Bates County Deputies arrested one subject for driving while intoxicate
DISTURBANCE IP / JO-Amsterdam Deputies took a report of a Careless and Imprudent driver in Amsterdam.

09-23-2012
DISTURBANCE IP / JO-Amsterdam Deputies took a report of 1st degree property damage in Amsterdam.
STRANDED MOTORIST- at approximately 1000 hours Deputies responded to a broke down vehicle in rural Adrian, MO.
AMBULANCE REQUEST-Adrian
MVA J2 INJURIES-Rockville
TRAFFIC STOP-Rockville Deputy conducted a traffic stop in rural Rockville. Driver was issued a citation for fail to register motor vehicle and released.

Lady Bears place 5th in Lamar tournament

After a loss to Montrose on Thursday September 20th , the Lady Bears softball team traveled to Lamar for a tournament on Saturday. The girls ended up in 5th place. They started the day with a hard fought game with College Heights, but came up a little short of the victory. They were blown out by Southwest in the second game, but in the 5th place game, the girls were able to pull out a victory and avenge two earlier losses by beating Adrian.

The Junior High Volleyball A team had a victory over Lamar on Thursday. They won 2 out of the 2 games they played. The scores were 25-19 and 25-19. The B team lost 2 out of the two games they played to a really tough Lamar B team. The scores were 6-25 and 18-25. Our next game is Tuesday the 25th at Sherwood.

Movin' on up (gas prices, that is)

Currently you can find gas for $3.74 and diesel at $3.94 around Butler. As your travel in and out of the area you'll find the price jumps significantly in both directions- so check for prices along the way to save as much money as possible by using this recommended web site http://www.missourigasprices.com/GasPriceSearch.aspx

When (or if) we will get a break at the pump is very uncertain at this time with unrest in the Middle East and an election year to boot...

To get an interesting perspective on the price of gas over the years, we recommend the following link as it provides some little known data along with prices adjusted for inflation over the years http://inflationdata.com/Inflation/Inflation_Rate/Gasoline_Inflation.asp

Two boil orders in effect at this time

Parts of the city of Rich Hill are under a boil order until further notice. The area South of Pine and East of 7th is currently under the order.

Updates will be published as they become available.

NOTE- Bates County PWSD #5 customers in an area East of 71 highway between Passaic and Adrian will remain on a boil order through Thursday of this week.

Huckster's Day schedule

Huckster's Day schedule - October 6th

8 a.m. 5 k walk/run

9 a.m. cupcake contest

9 a.m. craft booths open

10 a.m. baby contest ( register 30 minutes prior)

11 a.m. river bend band

12:00 dog contest ( register 30 min before )

1:00 p.m. talent show

1-3 p.m. kids games

3 p.m. greased pig contest

Times are tentative and subject to change

If you have questions, please call the Butler Chamber of Commerce at 660-679-3380

Bates 4-H’ers are straight shooters

(BUTLER, MO – September 24, 2012) - Fourteen Bates County 4-H’ers participated in the Missouri 4-H State Shooting Sports contest held on Saturday, September 15 at Columbia. Bates County 4-H Youth Specialist Alan J. Mundey reports the following results: Luke Crawford placed 1st in the Intermediate Compound 3-D Archery competition; and the senior skeet shooting team of Conrad Walley, Derek Sutcliffe and Wylie Miller placed 3rd in their event; Conrad Walley captured the top honor in Senior Doubles at the State Trap Shoot held on Aug. 25. Other Bates County participants were Geoffrey Algiere, Ella Armentrout, Erin Armentrout, Emily Shine, Wesley Shine, Megan Sutcliffe, Tommy Sutcliffe, Ty Underwood, Drake Vermillion and David Warfield, Jr.

-our thanks to Alan Mundey

Obituary - Mike Jones

Memorial services for Mike Jones will be 2 p.m. Thursday, September 27, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Rev. Pat McGuire officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Contributions to Alcoholics Anonymous.

Michael Lee Jones, age 57 of Amoret, Missouri died Sunday, September 23, 2012 at St. Joseph Medical Ceneter in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born April 1, 1955 to Arthur Lee and Fern Marie Taute Jones in Kansas City.

Mike is survived by his wife, Carole Sue Jones of Amoret, Missouri; one son, Richard Jones of Ozark, Alabama; one daughter, Cindy Thomas and husband Kevin of Kansas City, Missouri; stepson, Shawn Edwards and wife Tamara of Butler, Missouri; his mother, Fern Jones Sliffe of Archie, Missouri; one brother, Randy Jones of Amoret, Missouri; six grandchildren; and nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by her father, Arthur Lee Jones.

Butler Police Department weekly report

Sept. 18
Medical assist 400 block of S Delaware
Animal complaint 400 Fran
Disturbance 500 block of S Mechanic
911 hang up Medical Lodge
Prowler 1200 block of N Bus 71

Sept. 19
Break in 100 block of N Orange
Alarm Bank of America
Break in 700 block of W Ft Scott
Well being check 100 block of E Nursery
Accident W 52 and Fran



Sept. 20

Well Being check Wells Street

Medical assist 300 block of N Prospect
Medical assist 400 block of S Delaware
Assist on theft with BCSO
Theft from Wal-Mart
Leave with out pay

Sept. 21
Out with vehicle blocking road on Fran
Disturbance 800 block of Wix Lane
Break in 200 block of West St
Well being check 500 block of S High
Warrant service 400 block of W Harrison
Well being check 700 block of N Main
Possible prowler N Bus 71

Sept. 22
Well being check 500 block of N Fulton
Disturbance Wix Lane
Well being check N Bus 71
Walk in theft report
Well being check 700 block of N Main

Sept. 23
Animal complaint Elks Dr
Well being check 800 block of W Grove
Leave without pay Casey’s
Kids blocking the street
Possible credit card fraud

A trip of a lifetime, a life-time in the making...

Mention 9/11 to most people and they envision a day filled with fear and chaos. Mention 9/11 to WWII veterans Roy Steiner, Carl Shubert, Earl VanSlyke and more than 50 other veterans and they will tell you it was a day unlike any other. On 9-11-12, Kansas City Honor Flight took these veterans to Washington D.C. for a trip some said was the trip of a lifetime. Others would say it was a trip a life-time in the making.

The trip began early on the morning of September 11th. The veterans and their "guardian" escorts, about 110 in all, met at the airport for the Charter flight to Reagan International. One of the most memorable portions of the experience was the greeting the veterans received upon arriving in Washington and again on the return arrival at KCI. Groups of people waved flags, shook hands, and expressed their gratitude for the service of these men and woman.

The Honor Flight trip included a visit to Arlington National Cemetery where they observed the changing of the guard and were honored to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown. Several memorials including the WWII memorial, Vietnam and Korea memorial, as well as the Marine (Iwo Jima) and Air Force memorials were toured with many stories being told among the veterans at every stop.

The day was filled with lots of laughter, some tears, and memories for everyone involved.
Roy enlisted in the United StatesArmy Air Corp after the war broke out. He attended the Air Force cadet school as a pilotand received his 2ndLieutenant Commission on April 12, 1945.The graduation ceremony was postponed temporarily due to the death of Franklin R. Roosevelt. He flew AT6’s, AT11’s and C47’s.His love of flying has lasted throughout his lifetime.

Earl entered military service in June of 1945 immediately after graduating from high school. He was sent to Camp Roberts, California for a 17-week basic training program as an infantry rifleman. While in training both the war in Europe and the Pacific ended. Upon completion of basic training, there was a need for replacing servicemen in Europe, therefore he was sent there and assigned to the 252 Engineer Combat Battalion in Berlin, Germany and served as an administrator NCO in the Army of Occupation.

One of Carl’s highlights of his military service was at the war’s end. Due to the fact that he was a bombardier, all flying was stopped and there was nothing for a bombardier to do. He was assigned to the personnel office to interview about 50 Air Force members per day and prepare them for discharge. They had to decide if they wanted to stay in the service, enroll in the reserve program, or be sent home. They were also told how much money was due them upon leaving the service. He will always remember the look on their face as they were given their discharge papers and the money due them. This job lasted about 30 days and by that time most of the members had been sent home. Roy Steiner and Carl enlisted at the same time, and were together almost a year.

If you would like more information on how you can be involved with Honor Flight, visit www.honorflightkc.org

-FM 92 the Bullet

Winter squash can be a great addition to your fall menus

From Tammy Roberts, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Missouri Extension

Winter squash are prominently displayed at grocery stores right now. Many shoppers pass them by because they don’t know how to prepare them. Winter squash are actually easy to prepare and are a healthy addition to any meal.

One difference between summer and winter squash is that winter squash are picked when they are fully mature. They have a thick inedible skin. This thick skin provides a protective covering for the squash and allows for a long storage life. Winter squash can be stored for three months or longer in a cool dry place preferably in a single layer.

“When purchasing winter squash look for the ones that are heavy for their size, free of soft spots and have a dull sheen” said Tammy Roberts from Universityof Missouri Extenison. Roberts says that a shiny skin is an indicator the squash is not fully mature.

Three of the most common winter squash we see in Missouri are butternut, spaghetti and acorn squash.

Butternut squash is tan in color and has a long bell-like shape. Spaghetti squash is oblong in shape and yellow in color and oval or oblong in shape. Acorn squash has its name because it is actually shaped like an acorn. It is dark green in color and has a ridged rind or skin.

“All winter squash bakes well” said Roberts. Cut the squash in two, scoop out the seeds and brush the cut surface with oil. Place the cut side down in a baking dish with ¼ cup of water. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees until the flesh is soft. The hard shell of the squash can be difficult to cut in two so be sure to have a heavy-duty sharp knife.

 Once the squash is cooked and cooled it can be peeled away from the skin and cut into cubes and used in soups, stews and casseroles along with other vegetables. Winter squash can be used interchangeably in recipes. Spaghetti squash is the exception. Once it is cooked, use a fork to peel the flesh away from the skin. It looks just like spaghetti as it peels away. You can serve it with pasta sauce just like you would spaghetti.

Winter squash is a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. One half cup of cooked winter squash only has 40 calories.

R-V report card discussed at monthly school board meeting

Summary of the Butler R-V September Board of Education Meeting

September 21, 2012

New Business:

The board heard a report from Mr. Oates on the school district report card and steps the district was taking to improve student performance, attendance, drop-outs, and college/career readiness.

Dr. Stauffacher presented the State Evaluation Model which measures teacher and administrator growth and how this will relate to increased student performance.

The board approved that the district pay for a scoreboard for the athletic facility and the district will seek advertisements over the next five years to fund the costs. The Bear Backers have agreed to seek out businesses that would like to advertise.

Duane Martin from Guinn, Martin, and Mundorf presented a board workshop reviewing employment issues and board protocol.

Closed Session:

The board accepted the resignation of Lisa Todd.

The board hired Ashli Cox.

Allison Oates was hired to do the fall school play.

-our thanks to Alan Stauffacher, Superintendent, Butler R-V School

Rich Hill man injured in motorcycle crash

Around 5:30 p.m. yesterday, 46 year old Douglas R. Lesmeister of Rich Hill sustained moderate injuries in a motorcycle accident on route B just south of the route P intersection. According to the MSHP reported filed by Sgt. Gach, Lesmeister was riding a 1999 Harley Davidson northbound on route B when he lost control and overturned the motorcycle in the roadway.

Lesmeister was transported to Research Hospital in Kansas City by medical helicopter.

Friday night football scores

Adrian 26, Archie 8 (third straight win for Adrian)

Cass-Midway 42, Drexel 21

Osceola 42, Rich Hill 14

Skyline-Urbana 59, Appleton City 22

Lamar 63, Butler 12

Nevada 54, El Dorado Springs 8

2012 Jubilee recap...

Ham giveaway winners:
Terry Bays
Brenda Cecil

Parade winners:
Antique car - Tom Long
Tractor - Frank and Mary Grossheart
Horses - The Cumpton Family

Baby contest winners:
Girls 0-3 months - Neveah Reece daughter of Holden Reece and Katelyn Burton of Merwin
Boys 0-3 months - David Nelson son of Richard and Sarah Nelson of Amsterdam
Girls 4-6 months - Shelby Watson daughter of Jayme Watson of Kansas City Mo.
Boys 4-6 months - Rylan Gilkey son of Alicia Willet of Rich Hill
Girls 7-9 months - Trinity Parkey daughter of Melissa Parkey and Justin Wheeler of Drexel
Boys 7-9 months no entry
Girls 10-12 months Libbi Robbins daughter of Meghan and Dustin Robbins of Adrian
Boys 10-12 months no entry
Girls 13-18 months Aubry Kobs daughter of Dale and Rachael Kobs of Spring Hill Ks
Boys 13-18 months Cash Johnston son of Luke and Pam Johnston of Amoret
Boys 19-24 months Cameron Frazier son of April Hocker of Amsterdam
Girls 19-24 months Cecilla Brown daughter of Brandy Perkins of Hume

Bessie Bingo winner
Shawn Taylor of Adrian

Talent show winners
1st - Shyla Fritts (singing)
2nd - Jake Mager (trumpet)

Highlights from the Amsterdam Jubilee

The annual Jubilee parade spanned the length of Main street with antique tractors, vintage cars, horses and much more. The remainder of the day will be filled with lots of activities including the baby contest, a 5K walk and will round out with a talent show, crowning and a street dance.

Contest winners will be published later this evening.

Boil order in effect for Bates 5 customers

Officials of Bates County public water district #5 have issued a boil order for all patrons in an area east of 71 highway from Adrian to Passaic. The order will be in effect until Thursday, Sept. 27th.

Please help spread the word to neighbors who do not have internet access or otherwise might not be aware of the order.

Obituary - Richard Reinke

Funeral services for Richard Reinke will be 2 p.m. Sunday, September 23, 2012 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be Saturday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Adam Howell Cemetery, rural Amoret, Missouri. Contributions to Butler Assembly of God Church or Family.

Richard Dewayne Reinke, age 74 of Amoret, Missouri died Thursday, September 20, 2012 in Amoret. He was born June 7, 1938 to David John and Ora Berneice Bruner Reinke in Butler, Missouri.

Richard is survived by his wife, Freda Reinke of Amoret, Missouri; two sons, Dickie Reinke and wife Betty of Amoret, Missouri and Jerry Reinke of Joplin, Missouri; three daughters, Dixie Reinke of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Beverly Warren of Butler, Missouri and Barbara Aaron and husband Billy of Archie, Missouri; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant stillborn sister

Amsterdam Jubilee off and running...

Dave and Beth Irwin entertain as the crowd enjoys a BBQ dinner prepared by Welborn's Thriftway of Drexel.

A full day is on tap for the jubilee tomorrow starting with a pancake and sausage breakfast, parade, baby contest and much more. The full day's schedule can be seen by clicking here.

Obituary - Mary Barnhart

Graveside services for Mary Barnhart will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler, Missouri with Judy Bone officiating. Visitation will be Monday evening from 6-7 p.m. at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Butler Ministerial Alliance or Charity of Choice.

Mary Ellen Barnhart, age 92 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, September 20, 2012 at her home in Butler. She was born June 5, 1920 to John Roland and Nelia Neva long Hargrave in Urich, Missouri.

Mary is survived by her son, David Barnhart and wife Elaine of Carthage, Missouri; one brother, Leon Hargrave and wife Esther of Clinton, Missouri; three grandchildren, Michael Barnhart and wife Jennifer of Centerton, Arkansas, Karl Barnhart, currently serving in the United States Air Force in the Phillipines and Greg Barnhart of Fayetville, Arkansas; three great-grandchildren, Finley, Aidan and Lian; and nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband James Murel; a daughter, Ellen Marie Young and husband John; one sister, Velva Morgan; one grandson, John David Young; and one nephew, Stephen Hargrave.

Fall Higher Education Hearings Across Missouri

From the desk of Senator David Pearce

This year, I have the honor of serving as chair of the Joint Committee on Education. This committee is made up of 14 lawmakers, seven from the Senate and seven from the House.

The Joint Committee on Education reviews the progress of education in Missouri’s public schools and higher education institutions, as well as coordinating information in order to propose legislative action to the General Assembly. With the passage of House Bill 1731, the joint committee is required to develop a comprehensive funding formula model for the Show-Me State’s institutions of higher education by Dec. 31, 2013.

The committee met last week during the annual veto session in Jefferson City to work on strategy to help develop on potential funding models. To that end, we will be hosting a series of hearings across the state to gather information. The first hearing will take place at North Central Missouri College in Trenton on Sept. 25. Two more hearings are scheduled, one at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg on Oct. 23, and then in Rolla at the Missouri University of Science and Technology on Nov. 14.

These hearings will provide the committee information from individuals directly affected by these potential funding models. Witnesses testifying before the committee are asked to address these five items:

· What are the essential functions of higher education?

· What are the shared goals of the institutions? What are their unique goals?

· Are the missions of the institutions consistent with their missions as outlined in statute? If not, how do they differ?

· How can higher education institutions most effectively contribute to Missouri’s educational and economic policy goals?

· What are the indicators that higher education institutions are serving Missouri well?

One area the committee might focus on would be completion of degree programs as opposed to number of students enrolled. Other states have found that enrollment numbers are important, but it is more important that students reach the end goal of a obtaining a degree to become productive members of the work force.

During these upcoming committee hearings, my colleagues and I will also hear much discussion on performance-based funding. There are 12 other states in a similar process of developing performance-based funding. Obviously, this is not a new concept. Much like many of the topics addressed by this committee, this funding mechanism is cyclical and demands much debate.

These topics are pertinent and timely. It will take thoughtful consideration to address these questions and to put answers to use in order to best serve the interests of students, educators and the institutions.

As always, please feel free to contact me or my staff with any questions or concerns at any time. We look forward to hearing your comments and suggestions and trying to answer any questions you may have. You can reach us by phone at 866-277-0882 (toll-free) or 573-751-2272, or by fax at 573-526-7381.

Senator David Pearce serves Bates, Cass, Johnson and Vernon counties in the 31st State Senatorial District.

Circuit Court News

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS 

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE 

Diana L Rich, Clerk 

Sept 17-20, 2012 

Janita Clark v Les Nieder, Petition for Order of Protection is dismissed.

Curtis L Vail II v Curtis L Vail, Full Order of Protection entered.

Ida Joliff v Curtis L Vail, Full Order of Protection entered.

Janet K Calahan v James G Calahan, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

St v. Tyler J Braden, Felony possession of controlled substance, charge amended, guilty plea, given SIS, placed on 5 years probation, to pay court costs including $150 on State Forensic Laboratory Account, Defe. To get counseling/treatment as directed, to get substance abuse treatment and aftercare, to attend NA, to be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall not possess or consume any alcoholic beverages or be where sold/served, Defe. To spend 15 days in Bates County Jail for shock detention and to pay for that stay.

St v. Richard A Coffey, I: Felony unlawful use of a weapon, II: Felony receiving stolen property, guilty plea, I; sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, II: sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, sentences to run concurrently with each other, given SES, placed on probation for 5 years, Defe. to pay court costs, to be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle serches, Defe. Shall not possess or consume any alcoholic beverages or be where sold/served, to perform 200 hours of community service, to spend 10 days in Bates Co Jail as shock detention.

St v. Jeremy D Spears, Felony domestic assault, found guilty, given SIS, placed on 5 years probation, to pay restitution of $750, pay court costs, Defe. Shall attend and successfully complete counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. Shall submit to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall not possess/consume any alcoholic beverages or be where sold/served, Defe. To perform 100 hours of community service.

St v. Connie Jessup VanKirk, Felony passing bad checks, guilty plea, placed on probation for 5 years; to pay all restitution and court costs.

St v. Jacqueline S Hough, Felony stealing, found guilty, given SIS, placed on 5 years probation, to pay $200 restitution and court costs, Defe. To successfully complete any counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. To be subject to random drug testing, Defe. Shall not consume alcoholic beverages or be upon premises where sold/served, Defe. To perform 200 hours of community service, to serve 2 days in Bates Co Jail and pay board bill.

St v. Eric H Williamson, Felony DWI, persistent offender, guilty plea, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC, given SES , placed on probation for 5 years, to successfully complete counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. To be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, Defe. Shall not consume or possess any alcoholic beverages or be where sold/served. Defe to perform 240 hours of community service, Defe. To serve 30 days in Bates Co Jail and to ay court costs and board bill.

St v. William Travis Leonard, Felony non support, found guilty, given SIS, placed on probation for 5 years, to pay $500/mo child support beginning 10-1-12 and every month on same day, keep wage assignment in place, pay court costs or be in court 3-13-13.

St v. Christopher Scott Hymiller, Felony tampering reduced to Misd. Tampering, guilty plea, fined $250, to serve 180 days in Bates Co Jail, given SIS, placed on 2 yrs probation, to pay fine and court costs before 1-22-13 or be here in court, to perform 80 hours of community service.

St v. Marvin D Besendorfer, Felony DWI, found guilty, sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, given SES, placed on 5 years probation, pay court costs.

St v. Leslie Samuel Aurand, probation revoked, sentenced to 5 years in MDOC.

St v. Judson H Reecher, Felony possession of controlled substance, methamphetamines, found guilty, sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, sentence to run concurrently with any other sentence, Defe. To pay $150 State Forensic Lab Account.

St v. Jamie L Bise, Felony fraudulently attempting to obtain controlled substance Vicodin, found guilty, sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, sentence to run concurrently with any other sentence.

St v. Jamie L Bise, Felony fraudulently attempting to obtain controlled substance, hydrocodone, found guilty, sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, Cts II & III dismissed, sentence to run concurrently with any other sentence.

St v. Jamie L Bise, Felony fraudulently attempting to obtain controlled substance, hydrocone, found guilty, sentenced to 4 years in MDOC, sentence to run concurrently with any other sentence.

Joyce Elaine Rider-Diehl v Darrell Leroy Diehl, Petition for Dissolution filed.

Shawn Eisenhauer, Julene Eisenhauer v Ira Conner, Small Claims Petition for Trial DeNovo filed.

Jason Lines v MO DOR, Petition for Trial DeNovo filed.

Jeffrey D Mc Coy v Tasha D Callaway, Modification of Dissolution filed.

St vs. Brandon M Osburn, I: Felony tampering, II: Misd. Assault, set for 11-19-12.

St v. Brandon M Osburn, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetamines, set for 11-19-12.

St. v. Cory W Spurling-Cumpton, I: Felony assault of LEO, II: Felony resisting arrest, set for 10-15-12.

St vs. Michael D Ritter, I: Felony DWI-persistent offender, II: Felony DWR/DWS, set for 11-19-12.

Your weekend planner

Today
Partly cloudy and 82

Appleton City high school football vs Skyline with Senior night and Pink Night activities

Amsterdam Jubilee kickoff with music by the Irwin's and meal by Welborn's 5 to 7 p.m.

Saturday
Sunny and 70

Amsterdam Jubilee parade at 10 a.m. and activities all day -  click here to see schedule

Annual Papinville Picnic at 1 p.m.

Appleton City Youth Bluegrass Festival 10:30 a.m. at the park, pulled pork dinner at 4:30 p.m.

Archie Truck and Tractor Pull for info call 816-810-7541

Scottish Rite Poker Run for info call Alvin 660-679-7255

Sunday
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R-V Ball score results and Homecoming info...

SOFTBALL RESULTS: The Lady Bears softball team beat SCA 10-7 Tuesday night. Danika Ford was 3 for 4 with a run and RBI. Kylee Johnson was 3 for 4 with 2 runs, an RBI, and a triple. Beth Coleman was 2 for 4 with 2 runs and 2 RBIs. Tori McGee was 1 for 3 with a double. Sage Hutton was 2 for 3 with 2 runs. Bree Platt and Ashley McMurphy combined for a double play in the second inning, and Kylee Johnson pitched a solid game only giving up 4 earned runs, walking 4, and striking out 4.

JH VOLLEYBALL RESULTS: Monday - A team suffered a loss to Cass Midway. We lost two out of three matches. the scores were 25-16 Butler, 25-22 Cass Midway, and 25-10 Cass Midway. The B team won two games out of the two games they played against Cass Midway. The scores were 25-21 and 25-22.

Tuesday - A team beat Appleton City in two out of the three games we played. The girls worked together really well and it paid off. The scores were 25-17 Appleton City, 25-20 Butler, and 25-14 Butler. The B team also won two out of the three games we played. The scores were 25-15 Appleton City, 25-16 Butler, and 25-20 Butler. We are very excited about our first win and we are looking forward to our game at Lamar on Thursday.

Butler Homecoming 2012

What: Homecoming Parade

When: Friday, October 5, 2012

Time: 2:00PM - Line up 1:30PM

Location: Butler High School Parking Lot

Contact: Dalton Fischer or Robin Colburn at High School - 660-679-6121 Ext 230

Theme: Hollywood - Lights, Football, Action - Homecoming 2012

Opponent: Stockton Tigers

Game time: 7 p.m.



Homecoming Dress Up Days

Monday - Jammies after Grammies - PJ Day

Tuesday - To Cool to be Normal - Shade Day

Wednesday - Dress like your Favorite Movie Genre - Movie Day

Thursday - Glitz and Glam - Celebrity Day

Friday - Remember the Bears - Red & Black Day

-our thanks to Tammy Appleberry

September Adrian Optimists Students of the Month announced

The Adrian Optimist Club is pleased to honor Students of the Month from the Miami, Ballard, and Adrian schools. Criteria for this honor center on outstanding academic and civic achievement and school spirit. Staff at each of the schools make the selection, and their decision is based on expansion of these criteria. Selection is based on the criteria, but a student stepping up to a particular task will come to play in it. Each student is honored with a certificate of recognition from the Adrian Optimist Club and $20.00 in Adrian Chamber of Commerce “Chamber Bucks”.

The Ballard Student of the Month for September is Sheena Wainscott, Junior daughter of Roger and Lori Wainscott. High school English instructor, Jim Kershner states “Sheena is a conscientious student who has always worked hard to complete any task given her. She is a self-motivated person who sets goals for herself and works hard to achieve those goals. She seldom has to be told to do things. When something needs to be done, Sheena willingly steps forward and works until the job is completed. Unlike many who want an organization’s office but not the work that it entails, she accepts the responsibility of a leadership position and does not shirk its demands.”

Bulldog volleyball coach and art instructor Katie Reece adds “(Sheena) is very creative and cheerful and works well with others.”

The Adrian Student of the Month is Lesley Cox. Lesley, a Senior, is the daughter of Lynn and Jesse Willerton and Doug and Pam Cox. She shows her personal drive working in National Honor Society, Spanish Club, FCCLA, Student Council, FBLA, Basketball, Softball, and Senior Class Treasurer. She also works in the community in Club Softball; as well as coaching younger girls to pitch in fast pitch softball. Lesley thanks her Mom and Dad for pushing her to do her best and be successful; she credits their support for providing her personal drive today. Lesley plans on attending a four year university to play softball while majoring in physical therapy with a minor in psychology.

Pictured: Adrian Superintendent of Schools, Dr Kirk Eidson and Adrian Optimist member, Lesley Cox, and Jerry Ferguson Adrian Optimist member.

Jozie Quigg is the Miami Student of the Month for September. The Miami staff selected Jozie, a Senior, as a result of her strong work ethic and her positive attitude on class work. She is seen as being a very positive influence on her peers. Jozie credits these traits to her Mother, Cindy Limpus. Jozie is inspired by her Mother’s hard work encouraging her to be the best person she can be. Playing Basketball and advancing in Spanish are Jozie’s major personal efforts just now, but she finds encouragement in hanging out with friends, riding horses, and drawing. After High School she plans to go to college for Cosmetology.

Pictured: Dr Daniel Johnson, Miami Principal; Jozie Quigg; and Jerry Ferguson, Adrian Optimist member    

Obituary - Gerry Dalrymple

Funeral services for Gerry Dalrymple are pending and will be announced under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816) 657-4400. Written messages and memories may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Geraldine B. Dalrymple, 77 of Paola, Kansas died September 19, 2012 at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. A complete obituary will be published when the information becomes available.

Get rid of unwanted or expired drugs Sept. 29th

September 29th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., the public may drop off any potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescriptions and over the counter drugs at the Bates County Health Center in Butler. No questions asked- the program is free and anonymous. 

The Bates County Health Center is located at 501 North Orange Street.

Rezoning approved along north business 71 highway

Notes from last night's meeting of the Butler City Council

In Butler City Council activity, we'd like to mention that Mayor Don Malan and the Council does the Pledge of Allegiance to our Country at the beginning of each meeting a good move, that we appreciate.
In Council action, it was decided that no action needs to be done, really, in using the word "Use" tax in place of "sales" tax on purchases of vehicles, trailers, boats and other such items. The court says it should be this way, although there'll be no change in the amount of the tax. They're just keeping the records straight.

And they haven't made a decision on ads at the city park. More on that later. And plans continue on the Trail of Memories that's being extended north on the park property, up to around the tennis courts and over onto hospital property.

A new patrolman has been added to the Butler Police Department. Chief Jerry Boyd said three persons have been certified as qualified, and Andrew Schmick has been added to the force.

The rezoning of the area along the east side of business 71 in the area south of Schowengerdt Funeral Home, has been approved for rezoning from R-4 Multi-family Residential, to C-3 Highway Commercial. That had been under study for some time and now is taken care of.

Grants for sidewalks and other activities that were not approved earlier, are now available again. The grants of up to 300-thousand dollars with a minimum 20 percent local match, has a deadline of November 5th for applying. The City council must determine whether to submit a new application.
And a Safe Routes to School Grant for projects within a two-mile radius of the elementary school for sidewalk improvements and other needs may be applied for again. It was not approved in the past, but the school superintendent, Alan Stauffacher is to decide whether to re-submit an application.
The State of Missouri Department of Public Safety has told Mayor Don Malan that Butler has been awarded two mobile radios, in answer to a grant that Butler had submitted. One radio will be put in the Police Department, and one in the Fire Department.

Although a grant to help in demolition and cleanup of unsafe structures here in Butler was denied, the City Council has decided to go ahead with these needed jobs, with the cost being charged to the property owners.

A bid for the Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements has been awarded to McClanahan Construction Company, with work to start within 30 days. This will include installation of UV Disinfection and Basin Mixers to meet state standards.

And although an electrical line by Osage Valley Electrical Coop already runs through Oak Hill Cemetery, an easement has finally been taken care of. It came up when Osage Valley Electric contacted Butler about service they provide to the building at the cemetery, and it was determined that the City has never paid for the electrical usage, and there was no easement. It was cleared up simply by Osage agreeing to waive any past due amounts and the City will start paying for the electrical usage, starting January 1st. And the easement has been taken care of. If only our national problems could be solved this sensible way.

And the Council approved some activity dates...Huckster's Day will be October 8th...the Barbeque at the Fairgrounds will be October 27th...and the Halloween contest is set for October 31st...and the Butler Christmas Parade will be December 1st. You might want to mark those on your calendar! And that's the Council news up to now.

-courtesy FM 92 the Bullet