Monthly Archive

Adrian Chief of Police Hershel Cole stated that there has been a recent wave of theft from motor vehicles in Adrian. The thefts involved unlocked vehicles, so Cole urges citizens to lock their car doors.

"The Distinction in Performance award is a prestigious honor for Missouri school districts. It requires districts to demonstrate outstanding achievement or consistent improvement in multiple areas. The entire community should be proud of its public schools for earning this honor," said Commissioner of Education D. Kent King.

The Adrian Blackhawks opened the 2005-06 basketball season with a thrilling 41-37 overtime victory over the visiting Ballard Bulldogs.

The Adrian Lady Blackhawks opened the 2005-06 basketball season last Tuesday night by defeating the visiting Ballard Lady Bulldogs 52-27. Lisa Wainwright was the leading scorer with 15 points, followed by Ashley Newkirk with 11.

Mildred May Dykman, age 90 of Butler, Missouri died Friday, November 25, 2005 at Adrian manor Nursing Center in Adrian, Missouri. Funeral services were Tuesday, November 29, 2005 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri.

Wayne Alan Ogle, 53, Tipton, MO, formerly of Archie, MO, died Tuesday, Novebmer 15 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. Memorial services were held November 19, 2005 at the First Baptist Church in Archie with his classmate and friend, Rev. Larry Hess, officiating.

Helen Juanita Crossland, age 77 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, November 23, 2005 at St. Joseph Health Care Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral services were 2 p.m. Sunday, November 27, 2005 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler.

Edra Mae Pittman, age 95 of Butler, Missouri died Friday, November 18, 2005 at Medicalodge Nursing Home in Butler. Graveside services were Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler.

The Adrian Blackhawk football season came to an end Saturday as the Blackhawks suffered their first loss of the season to the West Platte Bluejays, 23-32. The Blackhawks finished the year with a record of 11-1. The Blackhawk seniors are pictured with the Missouri State Semifinalist trophy.

Adrian Sixth Grade Quiz Bowl Team traveled to Rich Hill on November 12 in order to compete in the annual conference Quiz Bowl. After a rather intense match, the Adrian team claimed their final victory of the day, with a score of Adrian 24, Drexel 20, receiving the first place plaque. Pictured, left to right: Ms. Debbie Slattery, J.R. Lawrence, Drew Cochran, Mrs. Natasha Millard, Tarissa Keating, Ethan Weeks, Alexis LaBat and Mrs. MaryEllen Sears.

Board of Education filings are set to begin December 13. The board also set May 21 for High School Graduation.

Mike and Lisa McQuinn of Butler, Missouri announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Kaye, to Justin Shaffer, son of Gerald and Kim Shaffer of Adrian, Missouri. A December 10 wedding is planned.

Ileen Connely, 89, of Oak Grove, Missouri, formerly of Archie, Missouri, died Thursday, November 17, 2005 at Oak Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Oak Grove, Missouri. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 19 at the First Baptist Church in Archie, Missouri.

Louise Goforth, age 85, of Butler, Missouri, died Friday, November 18 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. Graveside services were Monday, November 21, 2005 at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler.

Cletus Jim Riley Pitman, age 88, of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, November 17, 2005 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. Funeral services were Sunday, November 20, 2005 at Showengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri.

Adrian and West Platte meet in the 2005 Missouri Class 1 Semifinal game. West Platte advances to the championship game with a 32-23 win over the Blackhawks.

Last Friday, November 11, Veterans Day, VFW members Don Durbin, John Petty, Tracy Rugg, Bill Jenkins and Bruce Buhr raised the POW/MIA and American flags at the entrance to the Crescent Hill Cemetery.

An Arkansas truck driver was injured in a single vehicle accident in Bates County Friday, November 11, 2005. The accident occurred about 1 a.m. on US71, less than a mile north of the Marais Des Cygne River.

Michella Horner and Marques Nisely were united in marriage July 22, 2005 at the Christian Church in Butler, Missouri. The couple will reside in Adrian, Missouri.

Rupert Franklin LaFarge, age 88, of Bulter, Missouri died Thursday, November 3, 2005 at his home in the presence of his loving family. Funeral services were 2 p.m. Sunday, November 6, 2005 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel.

Murlin E. "Tunney" Thomas, age 78, of Belton, Missouri died Sunday, November 6, 2005 at Beautiful Savior Nursing Home in Belton. Funeral services were Thursday, November 10, 2005 at the Schowendgerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri.

The Adrian Blackhawks advance to semifinals with this 39-29 win over the Gallatin Bulldogs.

The Adrian Blackhawks advance to the next round of the play-offs after this 76-34 win over the Wellington-Napoleon Tigers.

The Adrian Blackhawks won over the Wellington-Napoleon Tigers Wednesday night by a score of 76-34 to advance to the next round of the playoffs. Check back tomorrow for a highlight video.

Bus drivers Linda Underwood and Mitch Rugg brought their buses to the Adrian R-3 school for the annual Bus Safety Program. Linda spoke to the K-6 students about bus safety and what to do in an emergency.

To primarily reflect estimated changes in the wholesale cost of natural gas for the upcoming winter heating season, Butler District customers of Atoms Energy will experience an increase in natural gas rates.

The Blackhawks are the the WEMO Conference champions for 2005. The title was secured last Thursday night when Coach George Bruto and the gang defeated the Vikings at Cass-Midway 31-7. Watch the highlight video.

The Adrian Blackhawks football team had twelve of its members selected to the 2005 Western Missouri All Conference teams. Front row - Josh VanSlyke, Wade Tenholder, Kenny Saathoff, Andy Still, Brice Peel, Wesley McDonald, Jake Koehn. Back row - Brian Robards, Matthew Eidson, Wyatt jackson, Brant Weeks, Tyler Bise.

Justin and Ashley LaFollette, Harrisonville, MO are the proud parents of a baby boy, Riley James LaFollette born September 30, 2005.

Danny Michael "Mike" Baer, 42, Archie, MO, died Monday, November 7, 2005 at Research Belton Hospital in Belton, MO. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 11, 2005 at the Atkinson Chapel, Harrisonville, MO.

Michael Ray Jackson, age 41 of Kansas City, Missouri, formerly of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, October 29, 2005 at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. Graveside services were Wednesday, November 2, 2005 at the Adam Howell Cemetery in Virginia, Missouri.

Harold "Bud" Elliot, 73, Protales, New Mexico, passed away November 1, 2005 at the Lubbock Heart Hospital, Lubbock, Texas. A memorial service was held Monday, November 7, 2005 at the Eastern New Mexico University Campus Ballroom.

Kenneth LeRoy Philbrook, age 71 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, November 2, 2005 at Bates Country Memorial Hospital in Butler. Funeral services were Saturday, November 5, 2005 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler.

Louise Irene Beer, age 93 of Adrian, Missouri died Monday, October 31, 2005 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler, Missouri. A memorial service will be held at the ranch on November 12, 2005 at 12:30 p.m. Anyone who knew Louise is invited to join in celebrating her life.

The Adrian Blackhawks take on the Midway Vikings in the final game of the regular football season. Adrian won the game 31-7, giving them a 8-0 record, the district championship, conference championship and a playoff spot.

Adrian's Main Street business district was blocked off for two hours Monday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. to celebrate Sight and Safety Night sponsored by the Adrian Lions Club and the Chamber of Commerce.

In their last regularly scheduled home game of the season, the Adrian Blackhawks hosted the Archie Whirlwinds. Adrian won by a score of 46-6.

Jerry "Yogi" Clark will have the prestigious honor of receiving the highest award in the heart of America Council. On November 16th he will be awarded the Silver Beaver.

One person died and two others were injured in a three vehicle accident in Cass County Thursday, October 27, 2005. The accident occurred at 4 p.m. on Missouri Highway 2, less than a hundred feet from the intersection of Eastwood Road in southeastern Harrisonville.

Miss Christian Meredith Grimes, Clinton, and Mr. Kerry Don Kimble, Knob Noster, were united in holy matrimony by Pastor Don Palmgren on Saturday, June 4, at 1:00 p.m. at the Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church.

Mr. and Mrs. Jim and Elizabeth Roberts, Phoenix, Arizona and Mr. and Mrs. C. Dale and Kelly Grimes, rural Urich, announce the engagement of their children, Miss Melissa Marie Roberts and Mr. Clayton Douglas Grimes.

Harold Eugene Hirni, 89, Nevada, MO, formerly of Adrian, MO, quietly passed away at his home last week. Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 2, 2005 at Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO.

Gertrude Alice Nelson, 92, Harrisonville, MO, died Friday, October 28, 2005 at Camden Health Care Center, Harrisonville. Memorial services will be held Sunday, November 6 at the Archie United Methodist Church.

James Murel "Barney" Barnhart, age 85 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, October 24, 2005 at Bates Country Memorial Hospital in Butler. Graveside services were Thursday, October 27, 2005 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler.

Ellen Arlene Nieder, age 81 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, October 22, 2005 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral services were Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at the Schowendgerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler.