Butler: Safety Village June 20th Register Date

 The Bates County Elks of Butler will host this year’s Safety Village for children ages 4 and 5. There will be two sessions daily, June 23^rd through June 27^th .

Children must be ages 4 and 5 years old by August 1^st to register for this year’s event.

Parents must register their children on June 20^th between 11 am and 2 pm at the Bates County Elks Lodge in Butler.

The morning sessions will be held between 9 am and noon and the afternoon session between 1 and 4 pm. Safety Village will be held in the Old Butler High School Gym on Pine Street in Butler.

The graduation program will be held on Friday, June 27^{th t} at 6 pm at the Butler Old High School Gym on Pine Street.

 

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Court Clerk Job Opening

 Court Clerk Job Opening

 

There is a job opening with the City of Butler, for the position of  Court Clerk. The Court Clerk is under the supervision of the City Administrator and Municipal Judge and is in a non-exempt position under FLSA, which performs clerical duties. 

 

This position provides citizen assistance, court administrative duties, and performs data entry duties.  Processing complaints, traffic tickets, warrants, and citizen inquiries are required. You will be required to collect fines, court costs, and bond monies. You will be responsible for daily deposits, maintaining the court bank account, and balancing at the end of the month.

 

You will be required to make disbursements at the end of the month to the required State and City Departments.  You will be required to Sign a Code of Conduct per the State of Missouri.

 

This employee should possess excellent communications, office, organizational, and public relation skills. Position will be Regular Part Time with 30 hr. per week. Requires H.S. Diploma/GED or two years of related experience. Benefits include employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Position is covered by LAGERS retirement system. Starting wage is $16.13 depending on qualifications with the possibility of a raise at 6 months.

 

Applications are available at Butler City Hall, 22 West Ohio Street, Butler or on this website at cityofbutlermo.com.  The City of Butler is an equal opportunity employer.  Position is open until it is filled.

 

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Bates County Republican Luncheon

 The Bates County Republican Women are hosting their 2nd annual Bates County Luncheon on Saturday, June 14^th from 11 AM to 1:30 PM at Tavern Hall, 200 N. Main Street, Butler Missouri. 

 This year we are celebrating Flag Day and President Trump’s Birthday!  Lunch is BBQ Chicken Breast, Sides, Salads, and desserts! This is a Free Will Donation event to all Bates County citizens. 

They will be providing an update on President Trump’s first 100 Days of his second term!  Come join us! That’s the Bates County Republican Women Luncheon June 14^th at the Tavern Hall in Butler.

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Free Sports Physicals

 Lace Up for a Healthy Season

Free Sports Physicals at BCMH

We’re making it easier for student-athletes to get their required sports physicals—for free! Our healthcare team is donating their time to help local families by offering free sports physicals on Saturday, July 12, 2025. If your child needs a Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) physical to participate in junior high or high school sports, mark your calendar!

Event Details

 Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
 Location: BCMH Lobby, 615 W. Nursery, Butler, MO
 Time: Boys: 8:00 am – 10:00 am & Girls: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

What Parents Need to Know

• Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• Physicals are for Bates County students entering grades 6-12.
• Your child will be assessed by physical therapists, nurses, and physicians to meet MSHSAA requirements.
• Bring a printed 2025 MSHSAA physical form with the medical history section pre-filled.
• Download the form in English
• Download the form in Spanish

Sports Physicals vs. Annual Wellness Exams

A sports physical does not replace a full wellness exam. We strongly encourage parents to schedule an annual wellness visit with their child’s provider. Wellness visits cover more than just sports clearance and are often fully covered by insurance.

Need a different date? If your child can’t make it on July 12, you can schedule a sports physical at a BCMH Family Care Clinic. Call 660-200-3627 to set up an appointment.

Bonus! Free Youth Heart Screenings on June 21

Before your child gets their sports physical, consider getting a free heart screening through My HeartCheck on June 21 at the Bates County Health Center, located at 517 N Orange St, Butler, Missouri. This screening checks for hidden heart conditions that a standard sports physical won’t detect. If your child completes a My HeartCheck screening, BCMH providers can review the results with you at the July 12 sports physical clinic!

Bates County Memorial Hospital is proud to sponsor this My HeartCheck event, alongside Bates County Health Center, and Steve and Peggy Berkebile.

Sign up for a free heart screening at www.MyHeartCheck.org.

 

 

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Belton: Olive Garden Restaurant under Construction

 After what felt like 84 years of rumors and "any day now" updates…Olive Garden construction has finally started in the city of Belton.

 

 The dirt is moving and dreams of endless salad are officially under construction for those that enjoy the Olive Garden Menu.

 

The City of Belton is excited to see their community continue to grow and welcome The Olive Garden Restaurant “ to the City of Belton. 

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BCMH Phone Issues Today

 Important Announcement from Bates County Memorial Hospital.

The hospital is  currently experiencing intermittent phone issues that may affect incoming and outgoing calls. Some calls are going through, so if you don’t get through right away, try again.

 

The Hospital  phone provider is working to resolve the issue, and they appreciate your patience as they work to restore full service.

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Amsterdam Family Fun Fair

 

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Vendors Wanted Bates County Fair

 

THE BATES COUNTY BASH IS NOW OFFERING BOOTH SPACE. EMAIL THEM TO GET A RESERVATION. EMAIL [email protected] TO RESERVE A VENDOR OR CRAFT BOOTH. 

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Schedule Changes to Nevada Griffons Game Tonight

 

Tonight's Nevada Griffons baseball game has been pushed back to 8pm, and is being moved to the baseball facility at Ft Scott Community College due to wet conditions in Nevada.

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Butler Rodeo Queen Candidate Savannah Spry

  

          Savannah Spry is the 19-year-old daughter of Donna Spry of Urich, Missouri. While in school Savannah was involved in volleyball and a member of the FFA Chapter. Savannah likes to ride horses in her free time as well as working cattle from horseback. Savannah would like to raise her own livestock and train horses and dogs one day. Savannah enjoys going to rodeos during the summer. Savannah even gets to help saddle the bucking horses sometimes. The three words that best describe Savannah are: outgoing, caring, and strong. When asked what country song best describes her, her reply is “Wildflowers and wild Horses” by Lainey Wilson because “I have a wild and free spirit, and nothing can slow me down.”   Savannah role model is her older sister because she always keeps her going

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June 14th Quilts of Valor June 14th Bates County Courthouse Lawn

 Saturday June 14 (FLAG DAY) we will have a presentation on the Courthouse lawn by the memorials and will be awarding 

Quilts of Valor to several local veterans.  The Scouts will be there with a flag presentation, Pledge of Allegiance, the National Anthem,

and then the quilt presentation.   If you've ever wanted to see a Quilts of Valor presentation, this one is open to the public, and the

perfect opportunity to thank a veteran!  Time is 1:00pm.   Sponsored by Rocking Chair Quilts on the Butler Square.   If you know of

a veteran, you can nominate one through Rocking Chair Quilts.

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Family Fishing Day

 

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Hiring YMCA Summer Day Camp Staff

 Now Hiring

Summer Day Camp Staff + Site Director in Butler

 

A job at the Y is more than just a paycheck - it's the daily opportunity to make a positive impact in our community while reaching your own potential!

 

The YMCA is  currently hiring Summer Day Camp Staff and a Site Director in Butler to provide a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on engagement, structure, and new learning opportunities. Apply online or stop by the Y in Nevada to apply in person!

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As of June 4th there are 20 spaces available / My Heart Chect

 

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From KDKD Radio: Undercover Operation Leads to Arrest at Clinton Business on Prostitution

 This Information Was Gathered and Reported by KDKD Radio in Clinton, MO

Two women have been arrested following an undercover investigation into alleged prostitution and human trafficking at a Clinton massage business. Probable cause statements filed in Henry County Circuit Court detail an operation that revealed troubling signs of potential exploitation and illegal activity.

On June 2, Clinton Police Captain John Scott entered the business under the pretense of seeking a massage. Once inside, he was allegedly offered sexual services by Jinmei Yan in exchange for $150, following a $50 fee to the house. During the sting operation, Yan demonstrated and described the explicit service before placing a pillow over a massage table and signaling Scott to remove his pants. At that point, officers moved in and arrested Yan.

Further investigation at the scene led to the discovery of Meixi Chen, who was also taken into custody. A search warrant uncovered condoms, significant amounts of U.S. currency, and evidence suggesting that individuals were living inside the business.

According to interviews conducted by Detective Derek Foreman, Chen stated she had arrived only a day earlier after answering an online ad. She reportedly traveled alone by taxi from Kansas City and used her own money, believing she would be working as a cook and cleaner. Investigators believe she may have been unknowingly trafficked.

Officers also learned from a witness that three Asian individuals (two male, one female) regularly deliver different workers to the business each month, and the same individuals do not return.

When Yan was booked into the Henry County Detention Center, detention staff found large sums of cash hidden in her shoe. Some of the serial numbers on the bills matched the controlled buy money used by Captain Scott earlier in the operation.

Both women face charges in connection to the alleged operation. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing, and further charges or arrests may be possible.

The Clinton Police Department urges anyone with information regarding this case or similar activity to contact law enforcement immediately.

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