Monthly Archive

The Town Hall informational meeting held by the Adrian City Aldermen was well attended Monday night at the WMAT&MA's Ladies' Auxillary Building. The meeting was for patrons to ask or voice their concerns on the city's recent action to consider marketing the Adrian Manor Nursing Home. The city administration, along with their attorney, listened and commented to some of the concerns.

At Thursday night's Adrian R-3 board meeting on October 19, Jim Ferguson, left, was sworn in by board secretary, Vanessa Tallman, right. Ferguson was recently selected from a pool of candidates to finish out the current year of Steve Cooper's term. Cooper resigned in August due to moving out of the district. Ferguson comes back to the Adrian Schoool Board with at least nine years of prior experience.

Last Friday, the Blackhawks were on the road to Drexel for a match up with the Bobcats. They defeated the Bobcats 40-0. Pictured: the Adrian defense swarms around the Bobcat's ball carrier to stop him for no gain.

The Adrian Lady Blackhawks defeated Knob Noster in the opening round of the Class 2 district 14 volleyball tournament. The Blackhawks, seeded fifth, upended their fourth seed opponent in three games, 21-25, 25-16 and 25-21.

Class date: November 7, 2006 at 6 p.m. Free booster seat for children ages 4-8 years old. You must be a resident of Bates County, show proof of the child's birth certificate, and attend the 45 minute class. Leave with a booster seat. Insterested, call Bates County Health Center to register 660-679-6108.

Dulcie Viola Rice, 80, Butler, MO, passed away Sunday, October 22, 2006 at Willow Lane Nursing Center, Butler, MO. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 25, 2006 at the Atkinson Chapel, Adrian, MO, officiated by Rev. James Stanfield-Myers, Ohio Street United Methodist Church, Butler. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Arrangements under the direction of Atkinson Funeral Home, Adrian, MO.

Kenneth "Kenny" Hugh Barr, age 86 of Butler, Missouri, died Thursday, October 19, 2006 at Willow Lane Nursing Home in Butler. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 22, 2006, 2 p.m. at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to the Community of Christ Church.

Calvin C. Stokes, age 80 of Raymore, Missouri died Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at the Raymore Health Center in Raymore. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 21, 2:30 p.m. at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, MO with Brother Bill Perkey officiating. Burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler.

Georgia Lee Tolliver, age 79 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, October 12, 2006 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. Graveside services were Saturday, October 14, 2006 at the Salem Cemetery in Foster with Brother Bill Perkey officiating. Contributions to the National Audubon Society. Services were under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri.

Larry Belk, 65, of Grove, Oklahoma, formerly of Butler and Adrian, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at the St. John's Regional Medical Center in Joplin, MO. Funeral services were 10 a.m. Saturday, October 14, 2006 at the Underwood-Brandtonies Funeral Home of Butler. Visitation was from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, October 13, 2006 at the funeral home. Burial follwed the service in the Oak Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to the Adrian Christian Church New Building Fund.

The city said yes, the administration said no. Monday, October 9, 2006, the Adrian Board of Aldermen voted to reinstate former activities director Nicki Greenwood, to the position she held for many years at the Adrian Manor, up until June 22, this year. When asked why he refused to comply with the city reinstating Mrs. Greenwood, Fetters replied bluntly, "Basically, we think the city had an error in judgment."To be honest, no one wants her here. The city is forcing us to take her back. They want her back as a department head and I don't think that is appropriate."

Gary Dizney holds his 25 year plaque, presented to him by Adrian Elementary Principal Wallace Henrickson at a special assembly last Friday.

Drenda Enos of Adrian and Tim and Debby Enos of Butler are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter, Dara Lenae, to Kristopher Layne Saathoff, son of Rocky and Theresa Leavitt, of Greenwood, MO, and Kendal Saathoff of Adrian. The wedding took place on July 15 at the Adrian United Methodist Church.

Danny and Connie Eidson, Ballard, MO and Gary and Joyce Crump, Urich, MO, announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their children, Crystal Eidson and Joshua Crump.

Dave and Lou Ferguson of Sheldon, Missouri are proud to announce the arrival of their son, Russell Dean Ferguson, born Friday, October 6, 2006 at 8:13 a.m. at the Nevada Regional Medical Center. He weighs in at 8 lb. 3 oz. and is 20 1/2 inches. He is the grandson of Jerry and Ruth Ann Ferguson and great-grandson of Dorothy Ferguson, all of Adrian.

The Adrian Blackhawks have evened their record to 3-3. THe latest victory came when they soared past the Osceola Indians 42-6. Pictured: Tyler Tolle kicked the extra point against Osceola in the Blackhawks victory over the Indians.

The Adrian Lady Blackhawks came away with the consolation title after competing in the WEMO Conference Tournament last Saturday in Drexel. The Blackhawks defeated their host in two games, 25-20 and 25-23.

The Adrian Blackhawk Marching Band, under the direction of Kristen Stone, traveled to Warrensburg Saturday, October 14 to participate in the University of Central Missouri Homecoming parade. The band made a good showing, coming with second place. Pictured are: Front - Bethany Ward, Crystal Lentz. 2nd row - Shelley Jones, Caressa Wainwright, Garrett Huntsman, Tom Gregg, Ariel Fredrickson, Jenny Anderson, Ashley Newsome, Michael Schlotman, Brittany Clark, Cassidy Urie, Sarah Brewer.

The Bates County Clerk's office will be open on Saturday, October 28 and Saturday, November 4 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon for the purpose of absentee voting.

According to Emergency Management Director Ron Dennison, the City of Adrian will conduct Siren Tests on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If weather conditions do not allow for the test, it will be moved to the second Wednesday of the month. If the test cannot be accomplished, the testing will be held on the first Wednesday of the next month at 6:00 p.m.

Treats at the Adrian Senior Citizen's Complex from 4:30 p.m. - ? on October, 31, 2006.

Delena Marie Robertson, age 85, of the Ballard, Missouri community died Sunday, October 15, 2006 at her home. m. Saturday, October 21, 2006 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Paul Jones officiating. Burial in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri. Contributions to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation or Amerian Diabetes Association.

Delwyn Dale Brede, age 69 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, October 8, 2006 after a battle with cancer. Funeral services were Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at the Ohio Street United Methodist Church in Butler with Rev. James Stanfield-Myers officiating. Masonic services were 8 p.m. Tuesday at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to the Masonic Lodge or Charity of Choice. Services were under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri.

Two truck drivers were injured in a two vehicle accident in Bates County Wednesday, October 4. The accident occurred at 2:35 a.m. on US 71 Highway, just north of Coop Road.

The regular meeting of the Board of Aldermen was held Monday, October 9, 2006 in the City Hall of Adrian, Missouri. The Board discussed a grievance report filed by Nicki Greenwood for the termination of her employment at Adrian Manor. The Board decided to reinstate Greenwood and to reimburse the health insurance premiums lost due to her termination. The Council also passed a motion to look seriously into placing the Adrian Manor on the market.

Blackhawks post 37-10 win over Cass Midway. Pictured: Matthew Miller, 43, flies off the ball to block for the Blackhawks backfield in Friday's 37-10 conference win over Cass Midway.

The Adrian Lady Blackhawks played two WEMO conference matches last week, coming out on top against Drexel but falling to Osceola. Both games were on the Lady Blackhawks home court.

Michael Alan Duckworth, 51, Springfield, died Wednesday, September 20, 2006, in St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield, Missouri. Funeral services were held Monday, September 25, 2006 at the Kings Way United Methodist Church under the care of Gorman-Scharpf Brentwood Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Mid-America Transplant Association, 3854 South Avenue, Springfield, MO 65807 or American Diabetes Association, P. O. Box 4995, Springfield, MO 65808 or Ozark Greenways, 830 Boonville, Springfield, MO 65802.

Cassidy Urie is the 2006 Adrian Homecoming Queen. The senior, escorted by Eli Ward, is the daughter of Holly Urie and Chris Urie. She received her crown during the halftime of the Blackhawks and Rich Hill Tigers game Friday night.

The Adrian Bank recently had a dollar-for-dollar matching donation in support of the new Adrian R-3 Sports Complex. The new complex will be developed on property east of Adrian's city park on 18 Highway. Adrian Bank received contributions of $3,556.00 in the drop box that was collected last Friday during Homecoming activities. The bank, in turn, added to the fund $3,944, to round out the contribution to $7,500.

Homecoming was just as everyone wished for - a win for the Blackhawks over the WEMO Conference rivals from Rich Hill. It was their first victory of the season. Pictured: Brice Peel pushes off the Tiger defenders to score in the Blackhawks Homecoming game.

The Adrian Lady Blackhawks have now upped their record to 2-1 in the WEMO Conference after defeating Miami and Appleton City last week. They are now 9-7-2 overall. Pictured: Adrian's Kendra Greer sends the ball over the net against Appleton City last Thursday night.

Malinda Walden, daughter of Tina Baker of Osceola, Missouri, and Christopher Pemberton, son of Jim and Mary Pemberton of Garden City, Missouri will be married on October 14, 2006 at First Christian Church in Garden City, Missouri. The groom is the grandson of David and Sherry Alkire of Adrian. The wedding party will include the groom's siblings, Sherice Pemberton, James Pemberton and Denise Pemberton.

The Cass County Community Health Assessment Resource Team (CHART) in conjunction with the Cass County Health Department will host its 5th Teen Suicide Prevention Workshop on October 16, 2006 at the Richards-Gebauer Conference Center in Belton. For more information, or to register, call 816-380-8431.

The Burdette, Dixie, McNeil, Green Valley, Silverdale, Lone Star, Edgewood and Buckhorn schools reunion will be Sunday, October 15 at the Adrian Optimist Building. Lunch at 1:00 p.m. Drinks will be furnished. Bring your favorite covered dishes, your tableware, pictures and memories and expect another happy day with old classmates and neighbors.

Marlene Wainscott announces that the last day to register to vote for the November 7 General Election is Wed., October 11. You may vote absentee during the regular hours of 8:30 to 12:00 and 1:00 to 4:30 in the County Clerk's office. Please bring an acceptable type of ID.

Earl Edwin Erickson, age 99 years and eight months, of Amsterdam, Missouri, died Sunday, October 1, 2006 at Willow Lane Nursing Center in Butler, Missouri. Funeral services were Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at the Amsterdam Baptist Church with Rev. Bill Read officiating. Burial in Scott Cemetery, Amsterdam, Missouri. Contributions to Scott Cemetery or Amsterdam Baptist Church.

William (Bill) Lynn Reinmund passed away at his home in Garland, Texas on September 24, 2006. Cremation with private graveside services.

Luella Mae Caldwell, age 78, of Louisburg, Ks passed away October 2, 2006.Funeral services will be held Thursday, Oct. 5 at 10:00 AM at the Louisburg United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Louisburg Cemetery. Friends and family may call Wednesday evening at Wilson & Son Funeral Home in Louisburg from 6 to 8 PM. Memorial Contributions in Luella's memory may be made to the church care of the funeral home.

Stephen Dale "Roady" Roadcap, age 54, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2006 at his home in Kansas City, MO. Memorial services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006, 1:00 p.m. at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian. There will be no visitation. Contributions may be made to the memorial for his grandchildren's education fund. Full obituary will be in next week's paper.

Eva Mae McCall, age 85 of Adrian, Missouri died Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at Adrian Manor Nursing Home in Adrian. Funeral services were Friday, September, 29, 2006 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri. Burial in the White Chapel Memorial Garden in Kansas City, Missouri. Contributions to the American Cancer Society.