Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Welcome New Business to Butler/SC Tree Service
92.1 welcomes a new business to Butler. SC Tree Service is now going strong in Bates County.
This business is owned and operated by Fin Ver-Woert of
Butler and the son of Dan Ver-Woert, the Pastor of Hill Top Assembly of God
Church located in rural Butler near the Rich Hill and Papinville area.
SC Tree Service specializes in Lawn care, landscaping, and tree service. With over 40 years of experience in the family.
SC Tree Service is now available and scheduling
appointments for Bates County and Beyond. Watch for a new Facebook page.
Fin can be reached by calling 515-525-8755 that number
again 515-525-8755.
Welcome to Butler Fin Ver-Woert
McGennis Youth Center Free Swim Days
McGennis Youth Center Announces
Free Community Swim
Days
Thanks to some generous sponsors, swimming
will be free on four days in June.
Free swims dates are:
Saturday June 14th
Saturday June 21st
Saturday June 28th
Sunday June 29th
Swim hours are 1-5 p.m.
Sponsors this year include
State Representative Dane Diehl, D&J Smoking BBQ, Rich Hill Truck and Equipment,
Bell Farms, and Brocka Farms.
Please follow the McGennis
Youth Center Facebook page for closures and reschedule dates due to weather.
McGennis Youth Center is located five miles
west of Rich Hill on A Highway then four miles south on Route WW. Watch for
signs.
Marsha Gillis, age 66 of Adrian
Marsha Gillis's wishes were to be cremated and remembered with fond memories. There are no public services, a private inurnment will be held at a later time. Arrangements under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555). Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.
Marsha Gillis, age 66 of Adrian, Missouri died Saturday, June 7, 2025 at her home. She was born October 10, 1958 to James Marshall and Helen Etoise Moody Gifford in Wichita, Kansas.
Marsha is survived by her husband, Lester Gillis of Adrian, Missouri; two sons, Travis Gillis and wife Kelli of Butler, Missouri, Jason Gillis and significant other Tina of Adrian, Missouri; one daughter, Hannah Gillis of Adrian, Missouri; and two grandchildren. Marsha was preceded in death by her parents.
Assault And Drug Arrest In Rich Hill
On Saturday,
June 7, 2025, just before 10pm, the Rich Hill Police Department, along with assistance
from the Bates County Sheriff's Office, were dispatched to 105 E Elm St in
regards to a disturbance in progress. Upon arrival, it was determined that an
assault had occurred during the encounter. The suspect identified as Monty Fish
was taken into custody without incident. During the investigation, consent by
the homeowner was given and the search yielded illegal narcotics with drug
paraphernalia. The officer was informed that the narcotics and paraphernalia
belonged to Fish. The items were tested and the result showed positive for
methamphetamine. Fish was transported to the Bates County Jail and placed on a
24hr hold pending formal charges.
On Sunday, June
8, 2025, Fish was served a warrant for Possession of Controlled Substance Class
D Felony with a bond of $10,000 Cash Only.
Further
charges are still pending at this time.
Monday, June 9, 2025
Nevada Griffons Schedule for week of June 9th
Sunday, June 8: Away game at Carroll (IA) Merchants, 4 pm
Monday, June 9: Home games (DH) against Chillicothe Mudcats, First
game starts at 5pm
- Dollar Dog Night sponsored
by Skills Unlimited (Postponed from 6/4)
Wednesday, June 11: Away game at Clarinda (IA) A's,
7 pm
Thursday, June 12: Home game vs. Clarinda
(IA) A's, 7 pm
Saturday, June 14: Griffons participate in the
Nevada Bushwhacker Parade, 6 pm
Sunday, June 15: Away game vs. Sedalia Bombers,
7 pm
Ongoing:
Youth Camp Registration forms are available at the Team Store,
Rinehard Jewelry and online at www.nevadagriffons.org. Ages 11-14 Wednesday,
June 25th from 9:30-Noon; Ages 5-10 Thursday, June 26th from 10am -
Noon
Eagles Spaghetti Dinner:: Come meet the Griffons at the
Eagles Lodge on Tuesday, June 24th from 6-8 pm. Griffons will be
available for autographs during this time. Tickets $10 adult, $6 youth
available at the Team Store and Rinehart Jewelry
Friday, June 6, 2025
Cass County
Cass County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Memorial Set For June 13 Unveiling
The
Cass County Sheriff’s Office will unveil its law enforcement memorial on
Friday, June 13 at 1 p.m.
This
memorial will honor the three deputies (James Holmes, James Copeland and Kevin
Mayse) who’ve lost their lives in the line of duty at the Cass County Sheriff’s
Office.
June
13, 2025 marks 30 years since the death of Deputy Mayse — who worked with
current Cass County Sheriff Jeff Weber.
“This memorial will be a great representation of how important
our fallen deputies are to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. It will remind
everyone who passes through here each day that these deputies paid the ultimate
sacrifice to Keep Cass County Safe,” said Sheriff Weber.
This
monument is over six feet in height and will be placed on the north side of the
justice center, underneath where the words “Sheriff’s Office” are inscribed on
the building.
Several
distinguished speakers will give an address regarding the memorial.
The Cass County Sheriff’s
Office Honor Guard led this effort, along with the Sheriff’s Auxiliary.
Where: 2501 W Mechanic St.,
Harrisonville, MO, 64701
When: Friday, June 13, 1
p.m.
City of Archie Right of Way
News from City of Archie: Right of Way, Culvert Placement, and Building Permit Forms
Date: Jun 06, 2025
The City of Archie has added the Right of Way, Culvert, and Building Permit forms to the website under the Residents/Departments tab, and then see Building Permits. Please contact the City Hall before doing any work in the right of way, replacing or adding a culvert, or doing any kind of building or renovation to a property.
Mutton Busters Get it on your Mind!
The 72ND Butler Saddle Club Rodeo welcomes Mutton Busters to this year’s rodeo competition. Mutton Bustin’ is for cowboys and cowgirls ages 4 to 8 by January 1st of 2025. Riders must weigh 60 pounds or less. There is a 20 dollar entry fee per rider. Sign-up at the Butler Saddle Club Arena at 6:30 nightly and Mutton busters will hit the area floor at 7 pm. Contact Kenny Gabriel for more information. 660-424-0997. Butler Saddle Club Rodeo June 20TH, 21ST AND 22ND .
Missouri State Fair Conservation Day
Missouri Department of Conservation Day
Friday, Aug 8
Join the Missouri State Fair to celebrate Missouri Department of Conservation Day on
Friday, Aug. 8. Don’t miss the aquaria filled with all sorts of aquatic
creatures, and check out the exhibits on the fish, forests, and wildlife of
Missouri. You can also chat with conservation agents, biologists, and
foresters, and kids can find great activities in the Xplor Zone.
Enjoy these free conservation-related
programs on Aug. 8 at MDC’s outdoor pavilion:
- Fish Fry: Staff
will demonstrate how to cook and clean fish at MDC’s outdoor pavilion at
11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
- Invasive Invaders: Starting at 10
a.m., join MDC and other partner groups at the MoDOT Highway Gardens for
the Invasive Invaders displays and activities.
- Xplor Zone: Visit the Xplor Zone with great activities
just for kids from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
A visit to the Missouri Department of Conservation Building during
your visit is a must any day of the 2025 Missouri State Fair, Aug. 7-17, in
Sedalia.
