Butler Police Department Looking For Stolen Vehicle

The Butler Police Department is looking for a stolen 1997 Dodge Intrepid that was taken sometime tonight after 6pm in Butler. The vehicle is gray in color and has no hub caps and a dent in the hood. This vehicle was taken from a house on South Main Street here in Butler. The license Plate on the vehicle is YG1 A8 T. If you see this vehicle please contact the Butler Police Department at 660-679-6131.

Weather Update: Thunderstorms Tonight

A few scattered showers near KC this afternoon, with clouds cooling temperatures for some. We'll have a cold front approach the area late tonight and Sunday bringing a huge relief from the heat and humidity on Labor day. A few clusters of thunderstorms may approach the area ahead of this front Sunday morning. Widespread rain is NOT expected, with a rain chance between 20 and 40% for most.

Worse news? Rain chances look minimal heading into NEXT weekend. 

Judge Revokes Bobby Bourne Jr. Probation

Bobby Bourne Jr. is being held on kidnapping and murder charges in murder of 12-year-old Adriaunna Horton.

A judge James R. Bickel in a hearing at Stockton, 28th circuit Court has revoked the probation of Bobby Bourne Jr. 34, of Lockwood Missouri. Bourne is being held on kidnapping and murder charges in murder of 12-year-old Adriaunna Horton.

In April, a judge convicted Bourne to five years probation for the 2011 charge of second-degree assault on a law enforcement officer and three counts of domestic assault against his current wife  In Cedar County.

A judge issued a warrant for Bourne saying he violated his probation the same day he was charged with kidnapping Adriaunna. He was later charged with first-degree murder, forcible rape, statutory rape and kidnapping.

Since he's been charged with a crime while on probation, that is now revoked.

Now that his probation has been revoked, Bourne will likely spend 15 years for those crimes. The next set court date for Mr. Bourne is set for Sept. 9.

Butler Fire Department Boot Block 2013

The Butler Fire Department had a Boot Block 2013 for MDA today at the corner of Fran Avenue and Ft. Scott streets here in Butler. The Fire Department managed to raise $2,650.00 total and they would like to thank the personnel that helped and to the public who donated.

First Step Defense Conducting CCW CLASSES

First Step Defense will be conducting a Missouri CCW class on the 12th of October. The cost of the class is $50 and seats are limited. The class will be held at 101w. 3rd street, Holden Mo. Holden city hall. We are certified in Jackson, Johnson, Clay, PLATTE, Henry, St.CLAIR, Cass, Pettis, Lafayette and CHARITON counties. If interested call or text 816-591-9112. Registration fees are due at time of sign up. Everything including Ammo and Firearms are provided for class.

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Obituary - Shirley L. Knox

Shirley L. Knox, 80, of Harrisonville, Missouri, died Friday, August 30, 2013 at her home in Harrisonville. Funeral services will be 10:00am Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00pm Tuesday, September 3, at the Atkinson Funeral Home. Burial in Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, Missouri. Contributions can be made to Grace Hospice.

Shirley was born April 7, 1933 in Harrisonville, Missouri, a daughter of Finis and Grace V. (Benjamin) Harper. She was a life long Harrisonville resident and was a 1951 graduate of Harrisonville High School. She was united in marriage to Ralph Knox, May 27, 1951 in Harrisonville. She was active with the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and the Optimist Club in Harrisonville. She had worked as a tax preparer and bookkeeper, and was a school bus driver for many years. She enjoyed sewing, quilting and horses.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Grace and Finis Harper. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Ralph Knox, of the home; a son, David Knox, and his wife, Cathy, Lee's Summit, Missouri; two daughters, Sondra McCrary, and husband, Glen, Belton, Missouri, and Crystal Whisenhunt, and husband, Jason, Harrisonville; special Angels, Debbie Robledo and Sheila Clevenger; a brother, Jack Harper, and wife, Jan, Harrisonville; and a sister, Sharon Wallace, Kansas City, Missouri; five grandchildren, Tracy Dinges, Charla Hetherington, Ryan Gerster, Dawn Dussetschleger,and Jami Dussetschleger; two great-grandchildren, Hannah Dinges and Anne-Marie Hetherington; and many nieces and nephews.

Friday night scores...From The State Of Missouri

Adrian 39, Butler 0

Affton 55, Windsor (Imperial) 0

Ash Grove 57, Cabool 25

Aurora 19, Ava 12

Battle 56, East (KC) 6

Bishop LeBlond 64, African Centered College Prep 30

Blue Springs 41, Central (St. Joe) 6

Blue Springs South 47, Truman 0

Bolivar 51, Neosho 14

Bowling Green 44, Orchard Farm 38

Branson 35, Cassville 28

Brentwood 41, Crystal City 0

Brookfield 35, Mark Twain 0

California 42, Boonville 6

Camdenton 17, Hillcrest 14

Cameron 37, Pembroke Hill 14

Carnahan 42, Potosi 31

Carthage 40, Seneca 33

Center 41, University Academy 6

Centralia 55, Highland 0

Chaffee 58, Grandview (Hillsboro) 15

Chaminade 30, Summit 28

Chillicothe 21, Marshall 0

Christian (O'Fallon) 50, Van Far 0

Clark County 41, Monroe City 25

Diamond 34, Liberal 0

Drexel 62, Appleton City 16

Duchesne 26, Hillsboro 6

East Buchanan 48, Crest Ridge 27

East St. Louis (IL) 19, Rockhurst 14

Eureka 35, Lafayette 21

Excelsior Springs 33, Warrensburg 7

Fair Grove 26, Buffalo 12

Festus 70, Farmington 20

Fort Osage 25, Park Hill South 7

Fort Zumwalt East 37, Francis Howell Central 17

Fort Zumwalt North 28, St. Charles West 6

Fort Zumwalt West 24, CBC 21

Fox 28, Seckman 21

Francis Howell 45, Holt 0

Fredericktown 27, Kennett 20

Fulton 28, Osage 22

Gallatin 22, North Platte 0

Grandview (KC) 55, Oak Park 40

Hallsville 42, Fayette 12

Hamilton 6, South Harrison 0

Harrisonville 22, Helias 21

Herculaneum 13, Scott City 0

Holden 26, Nevada 6

Kearney 52, North Kansas City 33

Kirksville 40, Southern Boone 26

Kirkwood 49, Pattonville 31

Knob Noster 35, Versailles 32

Jackson 47, North County 13

Jasper 20, Pierce City 14

Joplin 21, Glendale 11

Lamar 75, McDonald County 0

Lebanon 27, Rolla 7

Lee's Summit 28, Raytown 13

Lee's Summit North 27, Hickman 16

Lee's Summit West 28, Staley 14

Liberty 35, Winnetonka 0

Liberty North 40, Ruskin 0

Lincoln Prep 21, West Platte 20

Lindbergh 32, Parkway South 7

Lutheran South 49, Bishop DuBourg 0

Malden 12, New Madrid County 0

Marionville 46, Miller 7

Maryville 32, Lawson 0

MICDS 39, Maplewood 12

Mid Buchanan 56, Orrick 0

Milan 34, Princeton 7

Miller Career Academy 48, Eldon 42

Moberly 48, Blair Oaks 18

Monett 28, Mt. Vernon 14

Montgomery County 23, Hermann 20

Mountain Grove 38, Logan Rogersville 0

Mountain View Liberty 60, Caruthersville 28

Nixa 41, Smith Cotton 0

Northwest (Cedar Hill) 15, Mehlville 14

Oak Grove 40, Lexington 14

Oakville 27, Marquette 21

Pacific 28, DeSoto 21

Park Hill 35, Raytown South 7

Park Hills Central 3, Sullivan 0

Paris 26, Schuyler County 16

Parkway Central 41, Ladue 10

Platte County 42, William Chrisman 7

Plattsburg 16, Northeast (KC) 0

Pleasant Hill 17, Smithville 16

Pleasant Hope 20, Sherwood 14  OT

Poplar Bluff 31, Union 14

Portageville 39, St. Pius X (Festus) 21

Principia 49, (Lutheran St. Peters) 21

Priory 43, Marquette Catholic (IL) 0

Putnam County 22, Albany 8

Raymore Peculiar 62, Belton 14

Reeds Spring 33, Willow Springs 13

Rich Hill 43, Archie 8

Richmond 42, O'Hara 36

Ritenour 47, Cardinal Ritter 8

Rock Bridge 41, DeSmet 35

Sacred Heart 39, Tipton 0

Salem 48, Houston 16

Salisbury 35, Scotland County 6

Sarcoxie 42, McAuley Catholic 7

Savannah 46, Grain Valley 32

Sikeston 24, Charleston 6

South Callaway 31, North Callaway 0

Springfield Catholic 35, East Newton 17

St. Charles 27, St. Mary's 20

St. Dominic 12, Warrenton 7

St. Francis Borgia 26, Owensville 6

St. James 49, Cuba 22

St. Joseph Lafayette 26, Mexico 7

St. Louis U. High 30, Parkway North 21

St. Paul Lutheran 57, Wentworth 0

St. Pius X (KC) 28, Odessa 0

Ste. Genevieve 42, Dexter 7

Strafford 51, Hollister 22

Stockton 14, El Dorado Springs 8

Sumner 12, St. Vincent 8

Thayer 16, Hayti 7

Timberland 27, Parkway West 0

Trenton 28, Carrollton 14

Troy 40, Ft. Zumwalt South 28

Van Horn 27, Polo 7

Valle Catholic 56, Father Tolton 0

Vianney 42, Howell North 28

Warsaw 49, Clinton 15

Washington 24, St. Clair 15

Webb City 52, Carl Junction 29

West Plains 14, Waynesville 13

Westminster Christian 44, Wheaton Academy (IL) 0

Willard 30, Marshfield 16 

Windsor 38, Sweet Springs 6

From The Butler High School

The 2012-2013 Butlerite Yearbook has been distributed. Last year's seniors can pick up the books before or after school. If arrangements need to be made for pickup, please call Carmen Behringer at 679-6121 or email at carmen.behringer@butler.k12.mo.us. There are a few books left. If interested, the book is $65. The books will be sold on a first come, first serve basis. The following people didn't pick up their 2011-2012 yearbook: Marilyn Garnett, Austin Fix, Logan Hoss, Harris Raybourn, and Dalton McGuire.

CITY WIDE GARAGE SALE

The Butler Chamber of Commerce City Wide Garage Sale will be Saturday September 7^th.  

The City Garage Sale Maps will be available at the following locations:

Cook Insurance , The Dusty Attic , Citizens Bank, Derailed Commodity , Gray’s Café ,Wal-Mart, Butler Health Mart

The El Dorado Mexican Restaurant , What to Wear ,Medicalodge Butler, Melton’s Appliance Sonic Drive in ,Butler Music and Loan or Adrian Bank.

Informational meeting at Harry S Truman Birthplace State Historic Site on Sept. 7‏

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The public is invited to attend an informational meeting on Sept. 7 to discuss Harry S Truman Birthplace State Historic Site in Lamar. The meeting will be held at 10 a.m. in the site’s office.

Site staff will give a brief presentation about progress at the historic site and discuss future plans. Staff will discuss projects completed by the State Park Youth Corp program. Visitors are invited to ask questions and share comments on the historic site. The informational meeting is part of an ongoing effort by Missouri State Parks to ensure the public has input on services provided in state parks and historic sites.

People requiring special services or accommodations to attend the meeting can call the site directly at 417-682-2279. Harry S Truman Birthplace State Historic Site is located at 1009 Truman in Lamar. For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

Weather Update: Labor Day Weekend Forecast

It looks like the first 2/3 of the holiday weekend will be hot and humid, with temperatures warming into the 90s both Saturday and Sunday. However, a cool front will arrive Sunday evening, ushering in a cooler and drier airmass for Monday! Temperatures Monday are expected to be in the mid 80s, with noticeably less humidity!

Press Release: Bates County Sheriff's Department: ATTENTION ALL REGISTERED SEX OFFENDERS:

In accordance with Missouri Revised Statutes 589.400 the Bates County Sheriff's Office is allowed to collect a $5.00 registration fee. Some of you have been allowed to register without paying the fee because of your lack of ability to pay. The Sheriff's Office has changed their policy about the registration fee. You are now required to pay the fee at the time of your registration. NO registration will be accepted unless it is accompanied with your registration fee. At your next appointment, you will be required to pay your outstanding balance plus the current fee. If you do not have your fee at the time of your registration, you will not be permitted to register and may be considered non-compliant. This could result in a warrant issued for your arrest.

UPDATE: House Fire On AA Highway

Bates County Live has recieved new information on this fire. The fire is under control and the house is a total loss. The American Red Cross is being called in to help the family of this horrible fire. The name of the family is unknown at this time all we know is it's a 4 person family including 2 children. Bates County Live will update with any new information when it becomes available.

Adrian Athletic Boosters Serving Food Before Tonights Showdown

     VS.       

Butler Bears and Adrian Blackhawk fans come early to the game tonight and tailgate with the Adrian Blackhawk Athletic Boosters. We will be serving from 6:30pm until game time. A pulled pork sandwich, beans, fries and a drink for $6.00 for the meal deal. We Appreciate everyone that comes out and joins us.

Structure Fire On AA Highway

Adrian Fire Department, Butler Fire Department and Central Cass Fire Department along with Bates County Sheriff and Missouri State Highway Patrol is on scene of a house fire on AA Highway just West of the railroad tracks on the left side of the roadway. The highway is shut down at this time in this area. Bates County Live will update when and if more information is available.

Bates County Sheriff's Department Press Release Pursuit Last Night

On 8/29/13 at approximately 8:30pm the Bates County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the rural area north of E Hwy east of I49 in reference to a pickup truck in a bean field.  Deputies arrived and made contact with the calling party.  The calling party took the Deputy to the truck in the back of the field.  As the Deputy approached the truck it took off through the field and back onto the road.  The reporting party also identified a Cadillac that was in the area that had picked up several subjects from the field.  Deputies were able to find the Cadillac and identified the driver of that vehicle.  

The Deputies were able to identify the tag on the truck.   The truck was reported stolen out of Johnson County Kansas.  The Deputies detained the Cadillac driver and she helped identify the driver of the truck.  She stated that she was told by the driver to follow her because he wanted to hide the truck before going to her house. 

Additional Deputies were called in and flooded the area to find the truck.  At approximately 10:00 pm dispatch received a call from a female in the area of Z Highway and 18 Highway in reference to another truck being stolen from a residence.  The calling party advised the second truck was being driven through the bean fields across from the house.  Deputies responded to that area and found the truck abandoned in the bean field.  Deputies remained in the area looking for the subject or subjects that stole that truck. 

At approximately 11:00 pm the deputies observed the first stolen truck traveling east on 18 Highway.  Deputies turned around and attempted to stop the vehicle at Z Highway and 18 Highway.  The truck continued east on 18 Highway and began to turn his headlights off in an attempt to evade the Deputies.  The vehicle traveled approximately ½ mile east of Z Highway at approximately 95 miles per hour.  As the vehicle topped a hill it began to swerve and left the roadway.  The vehicle struck a culvert and overturned several times ejecting the driver into a field.  The driver, identified as Kerry K Kennedy, was transported to Research Medical Center by helicopter.  Kerry had multiple warrants out of Henry County for theft and burglary.  Charges are being submitted to the Bates County Prosecutor on this pursuit. 

The Bates County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Adrian Fire Department, and the Bates County EMS. 

Obituary - Charley Briscoe

Graveside services for Charley Briscoe will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Woodfin Cemetery in Foster, Missouri. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Contributions to Woodfin Cemetery or Charity of Choice.

Charley Briscoe, age 94 of Foster, Missouri, died Thursday, August 29, 2013 at Country View Nursing Home in Prescott, Kansas. He was born September 8, 1918 to Walter and Morse Briscoe in Bates County, Missouri.

Charley is survived by two sons, Clyde Briscoe of Foster, Missouri and Mark Briscoe of Riley, Kansas; a daughter-in-law, Kay Briscoe of Rich Hill, Missouri; four grandchildren, Scott Briscoe, Doug Briscoe, Dennis Briscoe and wife Tina and Debra Foster and husband Darren; and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Prudy; two sons, Charley Jr. and Marion; five brothers; three sisters; and two grandchildren, Tom and Sharon.

Limited Dog Food Recall

Nestle Purina Voluntarily Recalls Limited Number of Purina ONE beyOnd Our White Meat Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food Bags Due to a Potential Health Risk

ST. LOUIS, Mo., Aug. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Nestle Purina PetCare Company (NPPC) is voluntarily recalling a limited number of 3.5-pound bags of its Purina ONE beyOnd Our White Meat Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food from a single production run and shipped to retail customers in the United States. This is being done because one bag of the product was found to be contaminated with Salmonella.  

Only Purina ONE beyOnd Our White Meat Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food with both the "Best By" date and the production code shown below are included in this voluntary recall:


   Bag Size             "Best By" Date & Production
                                   Code*              UPC Code
   --------              ---------------------------  --------

   3.5 lb.                OCT 2014      31071083              17800 12679


*"Best By" Date and Production Code are found on the back or bottom of the bag.

No additional Purina or Purina ONE dog or cat products are involved in this voluntary recall at this time. No salmonella-related illness has been reported to date in association with this product.

Consumers who have purchased Purina ONE beyOnd Our White Meat Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food products with the specific "Best By" Date and Production Code should discontinue feeding the product and discard it.

Salmonella can affect animals eating the product, and there is a risk to humans from handling contaminated products. People handling contaminated dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this product. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may exhibit decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain.  If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting.  Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans.  If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

At Nestle Purina PetCare, the safety and efficacy of our products are our top priority. We apologize for any inconvenience due to this voluntary recall.  For further information or to obtain a product refund, please call NPPC toll-free at 1-800-473-8546, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Courtesy of KD KD

The Flavors of Yesterday Popular Heights September 7th

The Flavors of Yesterday event at Poplar Heights Living History Farm on Saturday September 7, 11 am to 2 pm. Throughout the day, you can freely sample salsas, soup, relishes, cakes, stews and more, all made with heirlooms grown from seed at Poplar Heights. Relax at the new picnic area with your treats. 

Learn more about herbs with classes in making herbal vinegars and oil, home-made pastas, preserving herbs and brewing an herbal tissane. Take home a free basil or mint plant to start you own herb garden.   The Main House and barns will be open for tours

For more information see the website: www.poplarheightsfarm.org, visit on Facebook, email to info@poplarheightsfarm.org or call their office at 660-679-0764. Free admission and free tasting the samples. Poplar Heights Living History Farm is located 7 miles northeast of Butler, Missouri. From Butler, go east on H Highway to UU Highway, turn north and follow the signs.

1 Vehicle Serious Injury Accident East Of Adrian Last Night

Around 11:15pm Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Bates County Sheriff, Adrian Fire Department and Life Flight Eagle all responded to a 1 vehicle accident on 18 Highway East of Adrian 0.5 Miles East of Z Highway. The accident occured when the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Kerry K Kennedy 22, of New Century Kansas was traveling Eastbound on 18 Highway crossed the center line and travelled off the left side of the roadway, struck a culvert and overturned several times. The driver wasn't wearing a seat belt and was ejected from the vehicle. The vehicle was totaled and towed by Adrian Tire & lube. The driver was transported to Research Medical Center by Life Flight Eagle with serious injuries.

ACCIDENT: Car Vs. Deer

Missouri State Highway Patrol and Bates County Sheriff has just been informed of a car that is off in the ditch on the corner of FF Highway and F Highway. The car apparently hit a deer and went off in the ditch. Bates County Live will update this when and if more information becomes available.

COSMIC BINGO IN ADRIAN OCOTBER 12TH

Cosmic Bingo is back… The Adrian Optimist will host another Cosmic Bingo Saturday October 12^that the Adrian Optimist building in Adrian. The doors will open at 5 pm and Bingo will start at 7 pm. The admission of $20.00 per person will include a catered meal, playing papers, a dauber and a raffle ticket.

Cosmic bingo is played under the Black Lights with $200 payout per bingo game. Advance tickets are available at Adrian Bank Branches or  Citizens Bank in Adrian.

BATES COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT NEWS AUG 23-29, 2013‏

CIRCUIT COURT OF BATES COUNTY, COURT NEWS

JAMES K JOURNEY, JUDGE

Diana L Rich , Clerk

Aug 23-29 , 2013

Linda E Plumb v Albert G Plumb, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

St vs Brandon D Cone, Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetamines, set for 10-4-13.

St v. Frederick L Curtis, Felony tampering with motor vehicle, set for 8-26-13.

JoAnn Stepp v State of MO, Motion to Vacate, Set Aside or Correct Judgment or Sentence filed.

St v. Ronald R Derr, I: Felony burglary, II: Felony theft/stealing, set for 9-16-13.

St v. Ronald R Derr, Felony theft/stealing, set for 9-16-13.

St v. Ronald R Derr, Felony unlawful possession of a firearm, set for 9-16-13.

Jeffrey Wayne Haskell v Kelly Denise Haskell, Petition for Dissolution of Marriage filed.

St v. Randall W Mayfield, I: Felony DWI-chronic offender, II: MIsd. DWR/Susp, III: Misd failure to maintain financial responsibility, IV: Misd. Failure to drive on right half of roadway, set for 9-6-13.

St v. Elizabeth Martinson, I: Felony theft; II: Felony resisting arrest/interfering with arrest; III: Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana/methamphetamines, set for 12-2-13.

St v. Brian P Byerly, Felony burglary, set for 10-21-13.

St v. Lawrence E Cumpton, I: Felony arson; II: Felony arson; III: Felony arson, set for 10-21-13.

St v. Preston Stubbs, I: Felony DWI, aggravated offender, II: Misd. Failure to drive on right half of roadway, III: Misd. Operated motor vehicle without maintaining financial responsibility, set for 10-21-13.

St v. Jason D Showalter, I: Felony DWI-persistent offender, II: Misd. Failure to signal, set for 10-21-13.

St v Aaron G Dahmer, I: Felony forgery, found guilty, sentenced to 7 years in MDOC; II: Felony possession of controlled substance, methamphetamines, found guilty, sentenced to 7 years in MDOC; III: Felony unlawful use of drug paraphernalia—dismissed; IV: Misd failed to drive on right half of roadway—already fined $250; given SES, placed on probation for 5 years, sentences to run concurrently with each other, Defe. to pay $150 as court costs on State Forensic Laboratory Account, Defendant shall make restitution, pay court costs, Defendant shall attend and successfully complete counseling/treatment as directed, Defe. to get substance abuse treatment and aftercare, Defe. to be subject to random drug testing, random home/vehicle searches, shall not possess or consume any alcoholic beverages or be where sold/served.

St v. Mike Leemasters, guilty plea to amended Misd. Possession of controlled substance, marijuana, sentenced to 180 days in Bates Co Jail, fined $250 & court costs, given SES of jail sentence, placed on probation for 2 years, pay fine and court costs by Sept 25, 2013 or appear in Court.

St v. Debra Leemasters, guilty plea to amended Misd. Possession of controlled substance, marijuana, sentenced to 180 days in Bates Co Jail, fined $250 & court costs, given SES of jail sentence, placed on probation for 2 years, pay fine and court costs by Sept 25, 2013 or appear in Court.

Man Wanted Out Of Ft. Scott Captured Today

BREAKING NEWS: According to Sheriff Bill Martin, Frank L. Miller was captured this afternoon without incident.

Grass Fire In Amsterdam Area

Amsterdam Fire Department is in route to a grass fire located on Y Highway by the railroad tracks in Amsterdam. The fire was reported by Kansas City Southern Railroad. Bates County Live will update this when and if more information becomes available.

Obituary - Paul Horace Scott

Funeral services for Paul H. Scott will be 11:00 am, Friday, August 30 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, August 29 at the chapel with burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery. Contributions may be given for the Good Samaritan Boys Ranch.

Paul was a loving husband, wonderful father and grandfather. He cared for his wife Thelma for over 65 years of marriage as she was diagnosed with polio at the age of 16.

Paul is survived by his wife Thelma of the home; son Larry Scott and wife Francie of Butler; daughters Kathie Peterie and husband Jerry of Strafford, MO; and Jennie Vineyard and husband Carl of Coatesville, IN; also eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by grandson, Chad Scott.

Closings From Bates County Memorial Hospital

All Bates County Memorial Hospital Family Care Clinics will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2013 for the Labor Day holiday.  They will reopen on Tuesday, September 3, 2013.

Adriaunna Horton Funeral

Family and friends gathered to mourn the loss of 12-year-old Adriaunna Horton on Wednesday August 28, 2013. The Golden City, Missouri girl was abducted and killed last week.


The ceremony was in the Golden City School Gymnasium. From there, a motorcycle escort led the procession to the cemetery. Adriaunna's uncle led a rider-less horse and the casket was carried in a horse-drawn carriage.

Various family members followed on foot wearing pink, Adriaunna's favorite color.

Mourners later gathered at the city park to celebrate Adriaunna's life.

For The Health Of It 5k Run/Walk

Come run with us at Amsterdam Jubilee, FOR THE HEALTH OF IT

Forms are also available at the Miami School or email scrawford4@marykay.com Forms and registration due by Sept 5 to guarantee a shirt

We would like to say a huge thank you to our sponsors
Silver sponsors are Citizen's Bank, The Barn-Amsterdam, Caskey, Hopkins & Wilhelmus

Bronze Sponsors Dave's Quality Auto Repair, Ethan's Auto Repair, Wal-Mart, Community First Bank, DSWA Certified Public Accountants, Fur, Fins & Feathers Taxidermy-Amsterdam, What to Wear Support and donations from Flaming Lantern and Hatten Chiropractic

Mazda Miata winner will be announced September 6th at 9 am on FM-92

 The date for the drawing for the winner of the 2007 Red Miata will be this Friday September 6^th. The winner will be announced from the Max Motors dealership in Butler, live on FM-92 following the 9 am Local News. There are just a few tickets left for those that want a “ last chance” to win this 2007 Red Mazda MX-5 Miata donated by Max Motors.

The final few tickets are available at the Butler Senior Center until Thursday afternoon. Tickets are $10.00 each or three tickets for $25.00.

This Friday morning… some lucky person will drive off the lot with a 2007 Red Miata! Join us on FM-92 this Friday to see if  “YOU” are this lucky winner !

Courtesy Of FM.92.1

Weather Update: Peak Of Heat Arriving

Here's a look at the forecast for the upcoming holiday weekend. We may reach triple digit heat on Friday and Saturday, but sweet relief is headed our way for Labor day and early next week!

Diesel Fuel Leak At Bear Stop Caused By A Semi

 

Butler Fire Department along with Butler Police Department are in route to the Bear Stop on a report of a semi that has hit the diesel fuel pump. Unknown how bad the diesel is leaking. Please use caution when traveling in this area. Bates County Live will update this story as soon as any more information becomes available.

1 Vehicle Accident I-49 South Bound

Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Butler Fire Department is in route to a 1 vehicle accident in the Southbound Lanes of I-49 around mile marker 124. Unknown injuries at this time. One lane of traffic is closed at this time because the wreck is on the Marais De Cygne river bridge North of Rich Hill. Bates County Live will update this when more information becomes available.

Power outage affects large portion of Butler...

Crews are currently working to restore electrical power in the southwest portion of the city. The exact cause of the outage is unknown but may have been caused by a faulty circuit breaker.

Use extra caution as schools are dismissing at this time. More information will be posted as it becomes available.

Pantry Thrift Store Clearance Sale‏

Pantry Thrift Store

End of Summer Clearance Sale

Thurs, Fri, Sat (Aug 29 -31)

50% Off Furniture

75% Off Most Everything Else

Mon – Sat (10:00am-5:00pm)

901 S. Outer Rd. Butler, MO 64730

BCMH EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER

WHITNEY WEISS is recognized as the Bates County Memorial Hospital Employee of the Month for September, 2013. Whitney began her employment in 2010. She currently works as an Accounting Clerk in the Finance Department. She gives 110% of herself to her job and the people she interacts with. Whitney does not complain about having to do extra work or to fill in when others need her most. She genuinely cares about the hospital and her coworkers. Whitney is always willing to help others. She displays the image of an excellent employee. The Hospital is pleased to recognize Whitney Weiss as Employee of the Month.

Open Mic Gospel Singing

Family Sports Passes Available At Butler High School Office

Family Sport Passes are available in the Butle High School Office for $55 per season or $100 for the year. Passes will be good for all home games except post season games. Come and get yours today!!

AVIATION DAY PLANNED FOR BUTLER AIRPORT SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14TH

The Butler Airport will be the center of attention Saturday September 14^th. They will host a Fly-In and Drive-In from 10am to 2 pm.

There will be demonstration flights, R/C Airplanes, Skydiving Demonstrations  and other aircraft is scheduled to appear.

A Pulled Pork Meal will be served after 11 am for $5.00 per person. The event will be held rain or shine.

That’s Aviation Day in Butler Saturday September 14^th at the Airport.

Minor Traffic Accident In Butler

Butler Police Department is in route to a Minor Vehicle accident in the parking lot of Subway here in Butler. A woman's vehicle was hit by a truck pulling a camper and the truck drove away. Unknown the direction of travel. Bates County Live will update this when and if more information becomes available.

Big Travel Weekend on Missouri Roadways

Increased Traffic Expected on Roadways This Holiday Weekend
Motorists Advised to Drive Safely.




JEFFERSON CITY –Labor Day weekend is one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. Unfortunately, it can also be one of the deadliest.
 “We want motorists to get where they are going safely and Arrive Alive,” said Leanna Depue, executive committee chair for the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety. “It’s important everyone do their part by obeying the laws of road, buckling up, and paying attention while driving.”

During the 2012 Labor Day holiday in Missouri, seven people died and 413 were injured in 1,086 traffic crashes. Of those fatalities, six were killed in automobiles, trucks, vans and motor homes (vehicles normally having safety restraint devices), and four of them were not using their safety belts.

The most common causes for traffic crashes during last year’s holiday weekend included inattention, failing to yield, improper lane usage, following too close and speeding.“Another huge concern during holiday travel is impaired driving,” Depue says.  “Always drive sober or designate a sober driver.”  

This year’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign began Aug. 16 and runs through the Labor Day holiday.  Law enforcement will participate in statewide sobriety checkpoints and DWI saturations patrols to enforce Missouri’s DWI laws and keep impaired drivers off the road.          The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety offers several tips for safe travel this holiday weekend:

·        Buckle up – every trip, every time – safety belts save lives.
·        Don’t drink and drive – impairment of any kind is dangerous. Designate a sober driver.
·        Don’t speed – note the posted limits and adjust for weather and traffic conditions
·        Pay attention and stay alert – dedicate your full attention to the roadway.
·        Obey traffic rules and signs – they are there to help you.
·        Plan your trip – determine your route before you leave.
·        Get plenty of rest before your trip – change drivers if you feel tired.
·        Be patient and courteous.

        For more information, visit saveMOlives.com, or find them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, #saveMOlives, #ArriveAlive and #drivesoberMO.