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07/08/2025

Kids Class tonight!
Don't forget to come in for your free week!

07/06/2025

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07/06/2025

KC Apex was crowned the 2025 Midwest USSSA Crown Town Champions after an undefeated performance this past weekend at the Crown Town Tournament, one of the premier adult slowpitch softball events in the region. The tournament was held across two major venues—the Frank White Sports Complex in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and the Mid-America Sports Complex in Shawnee, Kansas. Crown Town is known for drawing some of the most competitive slowpitch teams from across the Midwest, making KC Apex’s title run all the more impressive....

KC Apex was crowned the 2025 Midwest USSSA Crown Town Champions after an undefeated performance this past weekend at the Crown Town Tournament, one of the premier adult slowpitch softball…

07/06/2025

Butler High School student-athlete Tandee Hiser recently wrapped up a standout performance on the national stage, competing in the USA Volleyball Nationals held in Dallas, Texas. Hiser joined a newly formed club team, KC Voltage, which entered the tournament as the 54th seed in their division. Despite being a new team facing top-tier competition from across the country, KC Voltage battled their way to an impressive top 25 finish....

Butler High School student-athlete Tandee Hiser recently wrapped up a standout performance on the national stage, competing in the USA Volleyball Nationals held in Dallas, Texas. Hiser joined a new…

07/06/2025

Known as the town that’s “Famous for the 4th,” Rich Hill once again delivered a weeklong celebration full of community pride, tradition, and patriotic spirit. Among the many events was the annual Fourth of July 5K Run, a highlight for local athletes and spectators alike. This year’s race saw an impressive showing from Brandon Hammett of Butler, who finished as the top male runner, and Tessa Lovell of Lexington, Missouri, who claimed first place among female runners....

Known as the town that’s “Famous for the 4th,” Rich Hill once again delivered a weeklong celebration full of community pride, tradition, and patriotic spirit. Among the many events was the annual F…

07/06/2025

🎉 Better late than never...
Please join us in saying a big CONGRATULATIONS to Mid America Live News — our June Business of the Month! 📰🏆

This hardworking team has been busy lately — expanding operations, rebranding, and officially becoming a legal publication. We're proud to have such a dedicated and growing business right here in our community!

📍 You’ll see the Chamber flag flying outside their office for another week or so — and then we’ll be announcing our July Business of the Month very soon!

06/29/2025

Two young athletes from Butler earned top finishes at the AAU Region 16 Track and Field Qualifier, held recently in Springfield, Missouri. Region 16 includes top competitors from Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, with the top five finishers in each event earning a spot at the AAU Junior Olympics in Houston, Texas. Cam Davidson competed in the…...

Two young athletes from Butler earned top finishes at the AAU Region 16 Track and Field Qualifier, held recently in Springfield, Missouri. Region 16 includes top competitors from Mis…

06/29/2025

🚨 NOW STREAMING: TAILGATE TV SEASON 3 PREMIERE! 🚨

We're kicking things off with a banger of an episode featuring Todd Hecox — local K9 officer, MMA vet, and one of the minds behind Scandalous Jiu-Jitsu! 🥋🐾

From the cage, to the cruiser, to the mat — Todd’s story is raw, real, and full of grit. 💪 This exclusive sit-down sets the tone for a huge Season 3!

🎥 WATCH NOW ➡️ https://youtu.be/ZPu7XSKaRe0

👇 DROP A COMMENT if you’re tuning in!

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P.S. If you submitted clips for our intro and didn’t see yours yet — don’t sweat it! We’re remixing the intro EVERY episode this season until we’ve featured all the clips that fit! 📹✨

Bradford Davis Cody Morris

Brad & Cody sit down with Todd Hecox. Todd is a Bates County product with experience in the MMA Octagon, Local Law Enforcement, and is beginning a new advent...

06/28/2025

In the heart of Butler, a new kind of training is about to take root—one that blends the discipline of martial arts with real-world experience, mental toughness, and a deep sense of community. Scandalous Jiu-Jitsu is coming to town, led by local law enforcement officer and seasoned martial artist Todd Hecox. This gym is set to become a hub where people of all ages and backgrounds can discover the benefits of jiu-jitsu — a martial art combining physical fitness, mental discipline, and practical self-defense....

In the heart of Butler, a new kind of training is about to take root—one that blends the discipline of martial arts with real-world experience, mental toughness, and a deep sense of community. Scan…

06/27/2025

🎉 SEASON 3 of Tailgate TV is COMING SOON! 🎉
And we want YOU to be part of the show!

We’re working on a brand-new intro video — and we’re looking for local footage to feature! 📹

🎯 Got clips of:
🏈 Bates County sports action?
🎣 Hunting, fishing, or outdoor moments?
🌾 Anything that shows off our small-town pride?

👇 Send us your best stuff!
Your video could be featured in our Season 3 opener!

Let’s show the world what Bates County is all about — real people, real stories, and hometown pride.
Drop your clips in the comments or message us directly!

06/24/2025

EPISODE DROPPING JULY 2025 🚨
�You’ve seen him in the octagon. You’ve seen him on the streets as a K9 officer. Now get ready to hear the story behind the gloves. 🥋🐾

🔥 Former MMA Fighter�🚔 Butler Police K9 officer�🥇 Instructor at Scandalous Jiu Jitsu (coming soon to Butler!)

We sat down with Todd Hecox to talk fight nights, discipline, the wild ride from the cage to the community, and why Jiu Jitsu is about way more than just submissions!

🎙️ Don’t miss this one. Coming soon on Tailgate TV.

06/22/2025

In a Butler vs. Butler Little League showdown held recently, two young athletes made big impressions at the plate. Coabyn Nation and Brayden McGuire each hit massive home runs during a competitive 5th/6th grade game between local teams Butler 1 and Butler 2. Butler 1 (black jerseys) came out on top, winning the game 8–6, but both sides played hard and displayed impressive sportsmanship throughout the evening....

In a Butler vs. Butler Little League showdown held recently, two young athletes made big impressions at the plate. Coabyn Nation and Brayden McGuire each hit massive home runs during a competitive …