Leave you Veterans Message on Quilt Squares

 Rocking Chair Quilts of Butler will have quilt squares available for Veterans messages, during the Saturday, Brick Street Bash on June 7^th.

Stop by the outdoor display in front of the store from 4 until 8 pm June 7^th. Write your own personal message to a Veteran or Veterans …  These quilt squares will soon be used on the next quilt creation.

Did you know that every month of the year, the Rocking Chair Quilt Store designs a quilt to be given to a Veteran. 

Stop by to place your Veterans name in the drawing box to win a handmade quilt in the future and to place a Veterans message on a quilt square.

Hope to see you at the Rocking Chair Quilt Store, 21 North Main, located on the East side of the Butler Square. Stop by between 4:00 and 8:00 . See you at the Electric City Brick Street Bash June 7^th.

 

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Linda Kay Lewis age 77

 Linda Kay Lewis' wishes were to be cremated.  A small family gathering was held at her sister's farm around Linda’s memorial garden on Memorial Day.  Arrangements under the direction of Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) Butler, Missouri.  Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com. 

Linda Kay Lewis, age 77 of Adrian, Missouri died Tuesday, May 20, 2025 in Adrian.  She was born October 19, 1947 to Eugene Edelbert and Mildred Viola Flowers Bissell in Leon, Iowa.

Linda is survived by two sons, Brian Jones of Adrian, Missouri and Rodney Jones of Higginsville, Missouri; one sister, JoAnn Ross of Butler, Missouri; one grandchild, Jesse Jones; and two nephews and three nieces.  Linda was preceded in death by her father, Eugene Bissell and mother Mildred Durbin; one brother, Stevie Durbin; and one sister, Bonnie Nussbaum

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Rodeo Princess Candidate Addison Talley

  

Miss Addison Talley is the 10-year-old daughter of Ryan and Elizabeth Talley from Adrian,Missouri. Addison attends Adrian R-III elementary school. Addison enjoys playing volleyball, basketball, soccer, softball, and dance. Addison also participated in 4H as a clover kid in the Harley Harvey Pee Wee show and completing wood working and craft projects. In Addison free time, she enjoys rider her bike, roller skating, swimming, reading, and horseback riding. In the last few years Addison has been growing her horsemanship skills alongside her horse, Chevy. Addison and Chevy participate in parades, attend summer horse camps, and enjoy a relaxing trail ride. Addison and Chevy compete in Country Tough Trail Versality shows too. The three words that best describe Addison are kind, helpful, and outgoing. When asked what country song best describes her, Addison replied “like my mother does” by Lauren Alaina because “this song reminds me of me because my parents have taught me to never give up and always to give it my all. I love to laugh and always try to smile even when things get tough. My family is very important to me, we are always there for each other, no matter what.” Addison role models have been her teachers. Her teachers have helped her learn and grow. Addison teachers always help to spark an interest in learning new things. They have been an inspiration for her love of learning and wanting to be a teacher when she grows up. 

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Miss Zita Baney Rodeo Princess Candidate

 Miss Zita Baney is the 12-year-old granddaughter of Jolene Danforth from Harrisonville,MO. Miss Zita enjoys attending school from the comfort of her own home as she is homeschooled. Zita has maintained a very impressive GPA of 3.5 as well. Zita hobbies include most anything with horses, and she would love to learn to breakaway one day. Zita has learned a lot about horses by watching her sister and at home Zita practices daily what she learned to become a better horse woman. The three words that best describe Zita are: nice, funny and helpful. When asked what country song best describes her, Zita said “I hope you dance” by LeeAnn Womack because “it helps me to continue to push myself which it will help me be better at things. This song also reminds me to sit it out so I can enjoy more of life.” Zita’s role model is my sister, Aubrey, because she is the best big sister I could have. She has always pushed herself and pushes me to become better. She is always willing to help and teach me.

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Time to License those Butler Pets

 JULY IS THE MONTH YOU MUST PURCHASE CITY PET TAGS FOR YOUR DOGS AND CATS, WHICH MAY BE PURCHASED BY CONTACT BUTLER ANIMAL CONTROL AT 660-679-6131 TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT.  YOU CAN NOT PURCHASED CITY PET LICENSE AT THE BUTLER CITY HALL.

 

IF YOU LIVE IN THE CITY LIMITS OF BUTLER AND YOU OWN A DOG OR CAT . KEEP IN MIND THE MONTH OF JULY IS THE TIME TO RENEW YOUR YEARLY PET TAGS TO KEEP YOUR PET LEGAL WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF BUTLER

 

FIRST-TIME PET TAG PURCHASES REQUIRE YOUR PET TO BE CHIPPED. IF YOUR PET IS NOT CHIPPED YOUR FIRST PET TAGS ARE $25.00 INCLUDING  YOUR CITY PET LICENSES AND COST OF CHIPPING YOUR PET. SUCCESSIVE PET TAGS ARE 8 DOLLARS PER DOG OR CAT FOR UN-NEUTERED PETS AND 4 DOLLARS FOR NEUTERED ANIMALS.

 

YOU MUST BRING A CURRENT PROOF OF RABIES VACCINATION SHOTS FROM YOUR VETERINARY CLINIC.

 

YOUR PET WILL RECEIVE A PET TAG WITH AN INDIVIDUALIZED TRACKING NUMBER.

 

DOGS AND CATS MUST HAVE PERMITS AND THEY MAY BE PURCHASED ANY TIME OF THE YEAR FOR UNREGISTERED PETS OR NEW PETS TO YOUR HOME BUT YEARLY PET TAG PERMITS ARE SCHEDULED FOR THE MONTH OF JULY AND VALID FOR ONE YEAR. 

 

WITHOUT PET TAGS YOUR DOGS AND CATS ARE NOT LEGAL AND ARE UNTRACEABLE WITHOUT THE CONVENIENCE OF THE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER FOUND ON THE TAG. IF THE DOG OR CAT IS LOST AND SOMEONE FINDS IT, THE TAG NUMBER WILL BE TRACEABLE TO YOUR HOME ADDRESS WHEN THE DOG OR CAT IS WEARING THE TAGS PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF BUTLER. THERE IS A FINE FOR DOGS AND CATS FOUND WITHOUT THE PROPER PERMIT.

 

JUST FOR YOUR INFORMATION CITY OF BUTLER HAS A PET POUND AND IF YOUR PET IS PICKED UP WITHOUT A PET TAG THE COST TO GET YOUR PET OUT OF “ DOG JAIL IS “ 25 DOLLARS PER PICK-UP FEE AND 20 DOLLARS FOR THE IMPOUND FEE PAYABLE TO THE CITY OF BUTLER.

 

REFUSAL TO PURCHASE THE MANDATORY PET LICENSE COULD END UP IN COURT WITH ADDITIONAL FINES.

 

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Register now for Summer Grocery Crabs

 Join us for our Summer Grocery Grabs! We're excited to offer 7 days of breakfast and lunch to children aged 2-18. Our grocery grabs will kick off in each location once summer school wraps up:

Butler: June 26-Aug 19

El Dorado Springs: July 3- Aug 19

Nevada: June 19- Aug 16

Stockton: June 26-Aug 18

Learn more or register now at opymca.org/food!

For questions or concerns, please email Samie McCullough @ [email protected]

Join the local YMCA for the Summer Grocery Grab! The YMCA is excited to offer 7 days of breakfast and lunch to children aged 2-18. The grocery grabs will kick off in each location once summer school wraps up:

Butler Grocery Grab pick-up dates are  June 26-Aug 19

Nevada will have Grocery Grabs June 19- Aug 16

Learn more or register now at opymca.org/food.

This year the grocery grab  will be available for pick-up on Thursday afternoons between 4:30 and 6:30. You must register in advance and bring or have your confirmation code on your dash and the children must be with the adult.
Register today at opymca.org/food. First Grocery Grab will be June 26^th at the soccer field behind the Butler Aquatic Center.

 

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Sexual Assault Investigation And Arrest In Vernon County

 The Vernon County Sheriffs office was dispatched to Nevada Regional Medical Center on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, for an alleged sexual assault. After conducting a brief interview with the victim, they were able to obtain suspect information. At appx. 2:00 a.m. the last suspect was arrested . The Nevada Police Department assisted with this case, and two suspects were placed on 24 HR investigative holds and charges were sent to the Vernon County Prosecutor.

Charges have been filed by the Vernon County Prosecutor against Richard L. Fleig Jr of Nevada, MO:

Sexual Abuse, 1st Degree, class C Felony; Rape, 2nd Degree, class D Felony; and Assault, 3rd Degree, class E Felony

BOND has been set at $250,000.00 Cash Only

Charges against Joshua Janizsewski of Milo, MO are as follows:

Sexual Abuse, 1st Degree, class C Felony; Rape, 2nd Degree, class D Felony; and Assault, 3rd Degree, class E Felony

BOND has been set at $250,000.00 Cash Only.

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Bates County Fair Schedule 2025

 

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Ohio Street Methodist Men Chicken Dinner

 The Ohio Street United Methodist Men will take to the grill on Sunday … BBQ Chicken will be sold and served between 11:30 and 1:30 from the parking lot on Ohio Street. Drive-thru only for the $15.00 meal, chicken, beans , chips and dessert. That the Methodist Men’s Drive Thru Chicken BBQ Dinner, Sunday June 1^st 11:30 until 1:30

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Margaret Nadine Tye age 75

 Margaret Nadine Tye, age 75 passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at her home. A Memorial Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Monday, June 2, 2025 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel.

Margaret is survived by her husband, Charles Tye of the home; son Joshua Diggs of Adrian; and two step-sons, Charles Tye and wife Amanda, and Christopher Tye of Strausburg; six granddaughters and five great-grandchildren.

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Terry Rice age 77 of Butler

 Terry F. Rice, 77, of Butler, MO, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Menorah Medical Center. Visitation will be on Thursday, May 29, 202,5, from 6:00-8:00 PM at the Adrian Optimist Building. Funeral Service will be on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Adrian Optimist Building in Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The full obituary will be posted when it becomes available. 

 

Survived by his wife, Sandy Rice; daughters, Tara Vermillion and Kacie Robey; Son, Cameron Rice.

 

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Republican Women 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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June 8th Christian Music Concert

 Christian Music Concert

Amsterdam Word of Life

8492 NW Benton St.

Amsterdam, Mo.

Sunday, June 8, 2025 

2:00 pm

Melissa Groves                Sarah Nelson Ever After                               Craig Powell

Mike Humphrey             Tom Mallory Caleb Schalk                         Jeff Corbin  

    

*Prizes will be raffled!*

Fundraising concert for the

Gospel Spreadin’ Tent Meetin’

Tent Revival held at Frontier Village - Adrian

September 14-19 starting at 6 pm

 

Contact: Hank Roberts 660-464-0293

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Free Heart Screenings June 21st Butler.

 TWO VERY IMPORTANT HEALTH CARE EVENTS ARE HAPPENING JUNE AND JULY.

#1 FREE HEART SCREENINGS FOR AGES 8 TO 21
 AT BATES COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT IN BUTLER, JUNE 21^ST  
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY ONLINE AT:
MYHEARTCHECK.ORG

#2 FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS JULY  12^TH FOR ATHLETES FOR JUNIOR HIGH AND HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS ACTIVITIES
TO BE HELD IN THE LOBBY OF BATES COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.
BOYS 8 AM TILL 10 AM AND GIRLS FROM 10 AM UNTIL NOON ON JULY 12^TH

Before your child gets their sports physical, consider getting a free heart screening through MyHeartCheck.org on June 21^st at the Bates County Health Center, located at 517 North Orange Street in Butler. This screening checks for hidden heart conditions that a standard sports physical won’t detect.

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

That’s Free Sports Physicals July 12^TH at Bates County Memorial Hospital and Free Heart Checks at Bates County Health Center in Butler on June 21^st

See this information and more at 92.1 News Now Facebook page.

 

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Free Sports Physicals July 12th

 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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