From the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel, Nick Ray Flater, 73, of Rich Hill, passed away Sunday, December 29 at his home.
Funeral services are pending and will be announced later by the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel.
That's Nick Flater with services pending.
Yesterday just before noon, a Cass County deputy arrested a juvenile in Grandview after a pursuit that started in Belton.
The deputy noticed the driver was speeding as he headed southbound on Interstate 49 just south of E. 155th St. At this time, the deputy noticed the car had expired temporary tags. The driver continued driving recklessly as he changed directions, and eventually headed northbound on I-49.
The driver sped at excessive levels as he approached the Main St. overpass in Grandview. He slowed down and swerved to the right side of the roadway. He then got out of the car and began to flee on foot.
A Cass County deputy followed the juvenile suspect on foot as he entered a nearby apartment complex.
The deputy eventually arrested the juvenile suspect outside of a home in the area just moments later.
The Grandview and Kansas City Police Departments officers responded to this scene and assisted.
The juvenile suspect was released to the Cass County Juvenile Office with charges pending.
What's Up
by LeRoy Cook
12-30-2024
Suggested Banner: No Hitchhiking, Please
The flying year ended with challenging weather, typical of
the stalled-out fronts that refuse to move in a normal progression across the
country. For instrument pilots, the tops of the clouds were fairly low, but
widespread low ceilings made finding a legal alternate airport for the flight
plan difficult. We heard the B-2 bombers departing up in the clear, but only
their sound signature betrayed their presence.
Only a few transient arrivals made it in last week, such as
an ATD flight school Piper Warrior from Kansas City, a Cessna 172 and a
Bellanca Citabria. Jeremiah McElroy took a local Cessna 150 up to honor the 121st
anniversary of the Wright Bros. Birth of Powered Flight on the 17th,
always a worthy achievement.
There is a public airport in extreme northern Minnesota that
is closing due to limited use, unique in that it straddles the U.S./Canada
border. Named Piney/Pine Creek, it has been a local fixture since 1955, offering
3250 feet of pavement, 2500 on the U.S. side and 750 in Canada. Pilots from
either side could land and taxi across without violating strict pre-filed
flight-plan rules for entry by air. Only in America can such wide-open access
to each other’s country exist. However, MinDot no longer wants to maintain it,
so it’ll be closing at year’s end.
The push to formulate 100-octane aviation gas without
tetraethyl lead has hit another snag. The FAA authorized the use of General
Aviation Modifications’ G100UL fuel based on extensive testing, yet the stuff
now seems to cause paint discoloration and it makes nitrile rubber O-rings
swell, so it’s not as simple as pouring in lead-free avgas where 100 low-lead
was used. All to solve a minuscule pollution problem that didn’t show up until
modern testing began to pick it up.
A Christmas Eve flight from Chicago to Hawaii arrived with a
deceased passenger, but not one on the manifest list. The individual made the
poor choice to hitch a ride inside the landing gear wheel well, kind of like
climbing into a car’s trunk, except the space has no pressurization or heat.
There’s a zero chance of survival, given the lack of oxygen at 40,000 feet and
70-degree below F. temperature. Most of the time, the frozen remains dump out when
the gear is extended for landing, but not this time. Sad way to escape
midwestern winter.
Our last-week question was about “T-Route” numbered airways,
now showing up on sectional aeronautical charts. Those replace some VOR airways
that disappeared when VORs were shut down, using GPS waypoints instead. For
next year’s first question, tell us how much money was spent by German company
Lillium that went bankrupt last week, trying to create electric aircraft. You
can send your answers to [email protected].
Dear Valued Customer,
To ensure all of our employees get to spend the New Year’s holiday with their families, we will not be running routes on Wednesday, January 1st.
We will run Wednesday’s routes on Thursday, January 2nd, Thursday’s routes on Friday, January 3rd, and Friday’s routes on Saturday, January 4th. Our office staff will return on Thursday, January 2nd with normal hours. Have a Happy New Year!
STEINERS RESTAURANT AND BAR BUTLER. FRIED CHICKEN TO GO “ ALL DAY LONG “ EVERY MONDAY . CHICKEN OPTIONS INCLUDE … 2 OR 4 PIECE CHICKEN BUCKETS AND 8 OR 12 PIECE CHICKEN BUCKETS AVAILABLE TO GO. ** ENJOY SIDES LIKE MAC N CHEESE, GREEN BEANS OR CORN, MASHED POTATOES & GRAVY, WARM FLUFFY BISCUITS AND HOME MADE COBBLER. . HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM STEINERS
On 12-24-2024, Belton officers were dispatched to a residence in the 500 block of Kenneth Ln. regarding shots fired. Upon their arrival, officers found that a residence had been shot several times, but no injuries occurred. This was the third such incident involving this residence within the last week.
From the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel, Leona Ann Bishop, age 85, of New York, passed away Friday, December 20 at her home.
Graveside service and interment will be 1 pm Monday, December at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel. Online condolences may be left at schowengerdtchapel.com
Leona is survived by two daughters, Lisa Elkhardt and Heather Bishop; and a brother.
That's Leona Bishop with graveside services at 1 pm Monday, December 30 at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler.
Due to the holiday, there will not be a Community Café Meal served to the public on New Year’s Eve.
Happy Holidays from the volunteers who prepare these meals for the public.
At this time we express our “Thanks” for your service to the Butler community.
Hippology is an activity that can enhance learning for 4-H members by letting them exhibit their knowledge and understanding of equine science and husbandry in a competitive setting. The term "hippology" comes from the Greek "hippo," meaning horse, and "ology," meaning "the study of." The primary objective of the Hippology Contest is to provide an opportunity for youth enrolled in a 4-H Horsemanship and Horseless Horse projects to demonstrate the depth and breadth of their horse knowledge in a competitive setting where attitudes of friendship and fairness prevail. The Hippology Contest has four phases: examination phase, station phase, judging phase and team problems.
This contest is open to all 4-H’ers. Registration is $25 per
youth – no fee for coaches. Youth and coaches should register in between Jan. 22 and Feb. 22, 2025. Late
registration ($40) runs from Feb. 23 to March 2, 2025. No registrations will be
accepted after March 2, 2025.
Individual entries are welcome and will be eligible to
compete for the top individual award. These individual entries will be grouped
into a team in order to do the team problem. This is for experience purposes
only and they will not be eligible for the team award. Hippology is a
"team event" and a team is defined as not more than 4, but not less
than 3 members.
Resources for training a Hippology team
Judging Phase: See resources for horse judging. Usually
judge two halter and two performance class. No oral reasons.
Stations: There may be 5-10 stations for a total of 100
points. Each station requires the contestant to look at a group of objects and
be able to identify what it is and may be required to tell its purpose. There
are hundreds of different subjects for stations. Some examples might be:
identify the parts of the hoof, identify different feeds, identify the parts of
the male or female reproductive tract, identify grooming tools etc.
For 4-H teens, ages 14-18, who are dreaming of an equine-related career, you will want to participate in the Missouri 4-H Equine Tour.
The tour will run May 19-25, 2025 and
will travel through the upper Midwest to include Illinois, Michigan, and
Ohio as well as into Canada to explore the equine industry present in those
areas and along the way.
Cost is $950 per youth and each youth
must have a valid US passport.
A minimum of 40 youths are needed
to make the trip ‘a go’ – limited to a maximum of 50 youth.
Registration: January 1 to March
31, 2025 using 4-H Online
On December 19, Bates County Memorial Hospital staff celebrated the retirement of Dana Hilbus after an incredible 47 years at Bates County Memorial Hospital.
Dana started in purchasing and
radiology, and spent 45 years as a certified pharmacy technician, helping shape
their pharmacy department.
Dana’s retirement was celebrated
with cake, flowers, and a special plaque from CEO Greg Weaver. Dana shared many
fond memories of her time here, and Mark Jones, former Director of Pharmacy,
thanked her for her key role in the department's growth.
Dana’s dedication has left a
lasting mark on BCMH, and they wish her all the best in this next chapter of
her life!
This fundraiser will benefit Meals on Wheels.
You're asked to bring a non-perishable food item as your entry fee for this event, concessions will also be available for purchase.
January 4th, 2025 6pm at the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church... Grab your boots and friends and dance the night away for a great cause!
New Year’s Eve holiday hours for Corner Hardware of Butler.
Corner Hardware is closed December 27th and 28th for a long holiday weekend.
Corner Hardware will be closing early New Year’s Eve with the doors open from 8 am until 3 pm.
They will be closed all day New Year's Day and back to business as usual on Thursday, January 2nd.
Wishing everyone a safe and Happy New Year, from the staff and management of Corner Hardware of Butler.
JEFFERSON CITY, MO, DEC. 26, 2025 - The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded $62,242 in assistance to the city of Clinton to develop a facility plan for evaluating the feasibility of regionalizing a nearby wastewater treatment system. Funded through the department’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund Regionalization Incentive Grant program, this grant will allow the city to evaluate the feasibility of constructing a sewer connection between Stoneridge Subdivision and the city’s wastewater system. The grant will fund 100% of the eligible costs to develop the plan, which is expected to be completed by January 2026.
The department’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund Regionalization Incentive Grant is a competitive grant program that offers competitive funding to municipalities as an incentive to construct connections for small, struggling facilities. The entities responsible for these small facilities often lack the financial and technical resources to upgrade their wastewater treatment facilities to meet more stringent limits and operate their facilities appropriately. These facilities typically serve such a small number of connections that the cost to comply with permit conditions is a significant financial challenge for the users.
“The department’s intention for this grant is to decrease the number of point sources discharging pollutants to the state’s waterways by promoting regional partnerships that would not be possible otherwise,” said Dru Buntin, Director of the Department of Natural Resources. “Water and wastewater systems are crucial infrastructure that aid community health and economic vitality.”
The department is committed to assisting Missouri communities with water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects. Through its Financial Assistance Center, the department provides funding opportunities for qualified communities with water quality, wastewater and drinking water infrastructure needs. This project will be funded wholly or in part with monies received from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
For more information on wastewater and drinking water funding opportunities, visit dnr.mo.gov/water/what-were-doing/state-revolving-fund-srf.
Body Beautiful Spa and Boutique announces the return of their 2025 Weight Loss Challenge! The challenge kicks off Kicks off on January 6th,
Register now for this 12 week program. The registration fee is 10 dollars
per person . There will be prizes for the top 3 losers in the program.
Register now for this 12 week weight loss challenge by calling 660-227-6038.
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Winner of the Calorie Crunchers Weight Loss Challenge program will be
announced on march 28th.
Join today …. The first weigh-in on January 6th.
This challenge is hosted by Body Beautiful Spa and Boutique located on the east side of the Butler Square. Find more details on their Facebook page.
Photo taken and story written by Mid-America Live in Butler
DSWA CPAs and Carol Ann Winburn are pleased to announce the winner of the Coats for Kids participant drawing for 2024.
Tom and Mary Beth Stock of Butler, MO have a won a $50 gift card to Udderly Nuts, located just off the Butler square, and a $50 gift card to Brew Haven, located just north of the stoplight on Business 49 in Butler.
Every year DSWA receives contributions from customers, friends, and organizations throughout the Bates County area. Then, with the help of school nurses and teachers from eight area schools who know where the need lies, every dollar is used to purchase coats, jackets and lined hoodies for deserving pre-school, elementary and secondary students. This year 225 brand new warm coats have been delivered.
A huge thank you goes to all the generous contributors who helped put warm smiles on so many young faces.
County Wide Disposal trash service will not run on New Year’s Day.
Customer trash pick-up dates for New Year’s will change as follows:
Wednesday’s routes will be picked up on Thursday, January 2nd
Thursday’s trash routes on Friday, January 3rd
Friday’s trash routes on Saturday, January 4th .
The County Wide Disposal office staff will return to work on Thursday, January 2nd with normal business hours.
Have a Happy New Year from County Wide Disposal
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This Baco Transport information is paid
for by Dirks Heavy Equipment of Butler.
Baco Transport will have special New Year’s Eve hours, they will close
at noon on New Year’s Eve and remain closed on New Year’s Day. Back to
business as usual on Thursday January 2nd. Happy New Year from the staff at Baco Transport  |
Stockton, MO-The SW MO Spring Forage Conference will be held Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the Oasis Hotel and Convention Center, 2546 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, Missouri.
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Countywide Disposal will not be running trash pickup routes on Christmas Day. They will run Appleton City routes on Friday December 27.
A reminder to Appleton City residents that taxes are due December 31. A penalty will be assessed for any late payments. Taxes are now payable to the County Collector at the courthouse in Osceola.
Golden Apples will meet at the Forest Park building, January 9, 2025 with anything pasta on the menu at 5:00 pm, followed by a few games of bingo.
New Year’s Masses are 6:00 p.m. New Year’s Eve at St. Patrick’s Church in Butler and 8:00 a.m. New Year’s Day at Immaculate Conception Church in Montrose.
Funds are needed for the backpack program. Trinity United Methodist Church in AC houses this project, which is funded by you, the community. They now are sending 37 packs of food home with school kids weekly. Donations may be made to: TUMC, with memo: Backpack. Thank You.
The Knights of Columbus will have their monthly pancake and sausage breakfast at the Knight’s Hall in Montrose on Sunday, January 12 from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Treat your family to a hot breakfast you don’t have to cook or clean up. A free will donation will be greatly appreciated
The Appleton City Ministerial Alliance meets throughout the year providing community services and opportunities for the area churches to gather together for worship. Additionally, the ACMA helps people through the region in a variety of ways. In 2023 the ACMA founded the Tony Reynolds Memorial Scholarship, which is a $1000 scholarship awarded locally to an area student pursuing continuing education post-high school. Some in the community have asked about the ability to make donations directly towards the scholarship fund that are not used in other ACMA endeavors. At any time, you may make donations towards the ACMA and they encourage you to do so. You may make donations at any of their community meetings, or feel free to contact one of the ministers serving in the ACMA for more information.
The Appleton City R-2 School Board is seeking applications for an interim School Board member position. The interim term begins January 2025. The Board is responsible for appointing an eligible person to fill the vacancy until the next April election, at which time a candidate will be elected to fill the remainder of the term, if any, or the new term. If selected, service will begin in January 2025 and will continue until the person elected in the April 8, 2025 election is sworn in. For more information, contact the AC School Secretary to the Superintendent. Phone: 660-476-2161 ext. 1002
The Ellett Memorial Hospital Foundation was established in 2000 by a local couple to benefit and carry out the purposes of Ellett Memorial Hospital. The Foundation has played a major role in the Hospital’s recent renovation/expansion project. The Foundation is a 501c3 organization and plays an important role in ensuring the future of the Hospital by providing an avenue for individuals, groups and corporations to lend their financial support through tax-deductible contributions. The Ellett Memorial Hospital Foundation would like to extend an invitation to the community to assist with this project. They would like to welcome all current and past members of the community and service area to make a donation to the Ellett Memorial Hospital Foundation. Donations can be restricted or non-restricted for use as the donor identifies. Recognition will be given for all contributions. For further information, contact Julee Snyder, Ellett Memorial Hospital, 660-476-211.
“The Little Apple” was started by the A. C. Economic Development as way of informing residents of news and events sponsored by area businesses and organizations. Items of a clearly personal nature, such as birthdays, anniversaries, awards (not group sponsored), personal sales and the like are not accepted for publication. Items may be edited for accuracy, grammar or space restrictions. Please email articles for “The Little Apple” to [email protected] by Tuesday evenings or bring them to Dr. Payton’s office to be included in that week’s edition. To receive "The Little Apple" free by e-mail, or to be removed from the email list, send your e-mail address to [email protected] If you have changed your email address, please send the current address, so the list can be updated.
If you are looking for a novel gift for someone the Appleton City area, AC Chamber Bucks might be worth checking out. The Bucks are issued in $10, $15 and $25 denominations and can be used like cash at most Appleton City business establishments. Using the Bucks increases local business and “keeps the money in town”. To purchase the Bucks, or for more information, contact Janet at St. Clair Co. Bank in Appleton City.
Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City offers outpatient specialist services for January 2025. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments: Jan 2– OB/GYN, Dr. Kallberg, Jan 8 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Vardakis, Jan 10- Ortho-Dr. Gray, Jan 14– Rheumatology-Dr. John, Jan 15– Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, Jan 16– Podiatry- Dr. Pace, Jan 22- Ortho-Dr. Gray, Jan 27 – Ophthalmology, Dr. Soni
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Dec 25 Christmas Day
Dec. 27 Trash pickup in AC
Jan 1 New Years Day
Jan 7 Classes resume at Appleton City Schools
Jan 12 Knights of Columbus pancake and sausage breakfast 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. at the Knights Hall in Montrose
Jan 13-18 43rd Annual Appleton City Basketball Tournament
Robert "Bob" Fillpot, age 61 of Rich Hill, MO, passed away Friday December 20, 2024 at his home with his loving family at his bedside. Services will be announced later by the Heuser Funeral Home of Rich Hill.
Funeral services for Louise Foster of Butler, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Friday, December 27, 2024 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services Friday 12:30 - 2 p.m. at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to First Christian Church of Butler. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.
Louise Foster, age 87 of Butler, Missouri died Friday, December 20, 2024 at her home. She was born March 8, 1937 to Harry Wilford and Velma Good Cherry in Butler, Missouri.
Louise is survived by five children, David Foster and wife Susan of Joplin, Missouri, Denise Adams-Barnes and husband Bobby of Butler, Missouri, Dana Maugans and husband Shawn of Springfield, Missouri, Daryl Foster and wife of Dianne of Appleton City, Missouri and Dustin Foster and wife Misty of Butler, Missouri; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a sister, Julia Perkey and husband Bill of Rich Hill, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob Foster on December 20, 2022; and a sister, Kathy McCoy.
Funeral services for Denny Shannon of Merwin, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services 10 - 11 a.m. Saturday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Westpoint Cemetery in Amsterdam, Missouri. Contributions to Westpoint Cemetery. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.
Dennis “Denny” Lee Shannon, age 83 of Merwin, Missouri died Sunday, December 22, 2024 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born February 12, 1941 to Glen Damon and Doris Mae Trued Shannon in Merwin. His birth mother died when he was four years old and his father married Wilma Jean Dean who raised Denny as her own.
Denny is survived by his wife, Delores Shannon of the home; a daughter, Delora Jean Fritts and husband Kelly of Drexel, Missouri; two sons, Douglas Lee Shannon and wife Debbie of Drexel, Missouri and Matthew Darin Shannon and wife Lori of Adrian, Missouri; nine grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; eight step-great-grandchildren; and a brother, C.J. Shannon and wife Teresa of Apache Junction, Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents; two granddaughters, Dora Lee Shannon and Chelsea Ann Shannon; and a brother, Larry Shannon.
12/24/20204 at 6:30 P.M.
Ohio Street United Methodist Church
205 W Ohio St, Butler, MO 64730
(660) 679-4384
https://www.ohiostreetumc.org/
You can also view the service live on our Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/ohiostreetumc
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You heard it right… Don Malan is back in the
saddle at Don’s Tire and Service Center in Butler. Same great service,
pick-up and delivery, fuel delivery, lock-outs, towing , and U-Haul rental.
Bumper to Bumper mechanic service.. still located at 106 South Sunset Street
in Butler. New phone numbers… Don’s Tire and Service Shop 660-424-4229 Don’s
U-Haul Rental 660-200-6483. Don Malan Back in the Saddle to service and care
for your cars trucks and automobiles.  |
Give and you shall receive with Steiner’s restaurant and bar holiday gift card sale. Buy a $50 gift card ,get a $5 bounce back gift card. Buy $75 , get $10 and when you buy $100 gift card you get a $15 gift card back! Give your friends and family something they really want for Christmas! A Steiner’s restaurant & bar gift card! Stuff their stockings now thru December 31st. Merry Christmas!
Betty Janelle Clark Schultz, 76, of Frisco, Texas, passed away on December 18, 2024, after a long hospitalization at Presbyterian Hospital, Plano, Texas, and Carrollton Regional Medical Center. Memorial services are pending and will be held at a later date in Butler, Missouri. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Cancer Society in Janelle’s Memory. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Born on June 20, 1948, at Butler Memorial Hospital, Janelle was the daughter of James F. “Hap” Clark and Ruby Helen Dalgetty. At a young age, Janelle accepted Christ at the First Baptist Church in Butler and shared her musical talent by playing the piano for services.
She graduated from Butler High School in 1966 and went on to attend Central Missouri State University, majoring in Education, following in her mother's footsteps. At CMSU, she joined the Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority and met the love of her life, Francis (Frank) K. Schultz. They married on March 6, 1971, at Butler First Baptist Church, following her graduation in 1970.
Janelle began her teaching career in the North Kansas City, Missouri area and later moved to St. Louis, Missouri, where their son Neal was born. Her teaching journey continued across several school districts in Missouri and Florida before the family settled in Frisco, Texas. The greatest joy of her life was the arrival of her grandson Austin. She cherished working as an assistant in Austin’s classroom and eventually enjoyed her retirement.
Janelle was known for her warm and welcoming nature. She always had a kind word for everyone. She often kept the mailman and trash collectors refreshed with cold water during hot weather, and delighted neighbors with cookies and cakes. Her special bond with her sister Gayle brought daily phone calls and deepened their relationship over the past few years.
Janelle was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Francis (Frank) Schultz; her parents, Hap and Helen Clark; parents-in-law, Genny and Orlan Schultz; brother-in-law, Jerry Cook; and nephew, Brent Cook.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Neal and Johanne Schultz, and grandson, Austin, of Frisco, Texas; sister, Gayle Cook, of Martin City, Missouri; nephew, Brian (Dana) Cook, of Leawood, Kansas, and their daughters, Brenna, husband (Austen) and son, Casen, Charleston, South Carolina; Bailey Cook of Dallas, TX; niece, Gena Cook, and her daughter, Tess, of Lee's Summit, Missouri; along with a host of loving cousins and special friends.
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The City of Butler is accepting applications for a full-time
maintenance position in the Oak Hill Cemetery Department for a Maintenance
Worker. We offer employers fully paid medical, dental, vision, life
insurance, and a complete retirement package by the MO LAGERS system. Successful
candidates must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, or any
equivalent combination of education and experience, and a valid driver’s
license. Should possess a basic understanding of safely operating hand-motorized equipment, push mowers, and riding mowers. This position is under
the supervision of the Cemetery Sexton. Salary is dependent upon
qualifications. Pre-employment and random post-employment drug testing are
required. Applications are available at Butler City Hall, 22 West Ohio Street,
Butler, Missouri 64730, or on our website at https://www.cityofbutlermo.com. The City
of Butler is an equal-opportunity employer. Position is open until filled.  |
Lowry City Quilters and Crafters Day Out. This Saturday, March 22nd . 9 am until 2 pm. Community Center 406 West 4th Street Lowry City . ...
