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Spickard Sets Filing Dates New COVID Protocols In Place The Spickard R-2 Board of Education met Monday, Nov. 22, setting filing dates for the April 2022 election and approving new protocols for COVID-19. According to information provided by Superintendent Erica Eakes, there are two, three-year terms opening on the board. Persons interested in running for one of the school board positions may file at the superintendent’s office at the school in Spickard. Filing will begin on Dec. 7 at 8 a.m. and run through Dec. 28 at 5 p.m. Persons will only be able to file during hours in which the office is open. The board also revised its COVID contingency plan for employees. Employees remain essential workers and if they have known exposure, but are exhibiting no symptoms, they may continue to come to work wearing a mask for 14 days. They can get a PCR test at the five-day mark and, if the test is negative, they may resume normal activities. If it is positive or the employee begins exhibiting symptoms, they will be sent home for a 10-day isolation period. In addition, the board approved giving each employee 10 COVID leave days that can be used if they have a positive test or are exhibiting symptoms. The days can also be used [See SPICKARD, Page 3]

FAMILY CHRISTMAS Several Families Join Cast Of ‘A Christmas Carol’

BRIEFS Rissler Holiday Program

Third and fourth grade students at Rissler Elementary School will present a holiday program Thursday evening at the Trenton R-9 Performing Arts Center. The program, under the direction of Madeline Cotton, begins at 6 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

They say the family that performs in plays together stays together. Okay, maybe no one really says that, but it’s definitely true that the families who are appearing in this weekend’s Art’s Alive production of “A Christmas Carol” are spending a lot of time together lately. Several families have joined the cast, some because it just made sense if one of two members were going to be there, then the rest of the family might as well be there, too. Rob Maloney, who said he’s never done any acting [See FAMILY, Page 5]

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Several families are involved in the Art’s Alive production of “A Christmas Carol,” which will be presented this weekend at the Hoover Theater. Among those involved include, from left, front row, Judah, Jayla and Jubilee Mullins; second row, Ben Breitenbucher, Bridget Maloney, Ross Maloney, Emmaleigh Maloney, Reagan Cross and Kennedy Cross; back row, Julianna Mullins, Rebecca Mullins, Nate Mullins, Rylee Hall, Rachel Breitenbucher, Darin Breitenbucher, Rob Maloney and Haylee Cross.

Christmas In A Small Town Downtown Trenton Event Is Planned For This Friday The extended forecast may not sound like it, but Christmas is going to officially get under way this week in Trenton with several

special events planned. “Christmas in a Small Town” will be held on Friday, Dec. 3. Activities include: Hodge Presbyterian Church Cookie Walk - held at The Space, located at 1013 Main St. from 3 until 7:30 p.m. Cookies, candy and other goodies will be available for $6 per dozen.

Soup Supper - Masonic Lodge Basement, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., with a $5 per person donation requested. Hot Cocoa Corner - located at Lucky Dog Embroidery from 5 to 8 p.m., with hot chocolate and apple cider being served. Christmas Parade - “An Old [See TRENTON, Page 3]

The Trenton Republican-Times will be publishing Letters to Santa in a special section that will be included in the newspaper on Tuesday, Dec. 21. Children who are not submitting letters through their class at school are encouraged to write letters to Santa, telling him of their gift wishes for Christmas. Letters must include the child’s name, age, address (town) and a telephone number in order to be published. Only the child’s name, age and town will be included in the letter. Because of space constraints, letters should be kept to a minimum and the R-T reserves the right to edit letters, if necessary. The deadline to submit letters is 4 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 8. Letters should be emailed to the Republican-Times at rtimes@lyn.net or if that is not possible, letters can be mailed to P.O. Box 548, Trenton, MO 64683 or brought to the office at 122 E. Eighth St. The office is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to noon on Friday.

GRVCO’s Annual Winter Concert Set For Dec. 11 Holiday Show To Be Held At Trenton Performing Arts Center The Grand River Valley Choir and Orchestra will present its annual Winter Concert, “Joy to the World,” on Saturday, Dec. 11 in the Trenton R-9 Performing Arts

Center. Holiday music will be performed. The doors will open at 2:30 following the dress rehearsal and picture-taking session, with the concert scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. Masks are encouraged. The GRVCO musicians represent the north Missouri communities of Altamont, Chillicothe, Gallatin, Galt, Jamesport, Laredo,

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Ludlow, Marshall, Mercer, Milan, Pattonsburg, Princeton, Quincy, IL, St Joseph and Trenton. The GRV Orchestra will open the program with selections from “The Polar Express”, “Russian Christmas Music”, “On A Hymnsong of Philip Bliss”, and “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas.” The GRV Choir will then per-

Christmas Around The Square Annual Gallatin Event Scheduled For Saturday

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The 13th Annual Festival of Trees, held Saturday, was a success, benefitting those with special needs in the community. At left, Queen Liz Eller and King Dean Russell, lead the parade, while above, youngsters paint Christmas plates in the Rock Barn. A total of 108 items were auctioned, with a teddy bear quilt donated by Martha Maloney brought the highest bid, $360, while a tree donated by The Gifted Group brought in $340. Brenda Thorne, one of the organizers of the annual festival, said it was the biggest event so far and donations continue to be accepted to benefit The Gifted Group.

form “Joy to the World”, “The First Noel”, “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day”, and “Amen! Tell It on the Mountain”. Orchestra member Terri Critten, flutist, will be accompanying one of the numbers. The choir and orchestra will forego their usual two combined numbers due to the inability to [See CONCERT, Page 5]

Gallatin will be holding it’s “Christmas Around the Square” holiday event on Saturday, with a baby show, parade, gingerbread house contest and many other activities planned. Vendors and food trucks will arrive at 9 a.m., with craft vendors being set up until 4:30 p.m. and food vendors being available until 6:30 p.m. Other activities planned include: Daviess County Library - children are invited to the library for popcorn, a movie and a Christmas story from 9 a.m. to noon. Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by an adult. Winter Wonderland at the Gallatin Theater League - this will include a baby show and a visit from Santa. The baby show is at 11 a.m. (check-in at 10:30 a.m.) Age groups include 0 to 6 months, 7 to 12 months, 13 to 24 months and two to four years.

Santa will be on hand to visit with children from 1 to 4 p.m. Picture packages will be available for purchase and children can enter raffles for prizes, with the winners to be announced after the parade. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Gingerbread House Contest - Also in Santa’s Workshop will be the entries in the Gingerbread House Contest, which will be on display for voting from 1 to 5 p.m. While there are no specific rules entries must be dropped off by 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3. North Pole - barrel rides will be located on Market Street and will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children under the age of four must be accompanied by an adult or older sibling. Sleigh rides will be located on Grand Street from 1 to 4 p.m., again with those under age four needing to be accompanied by an adult or a sibling age 12 or older. Face painting will be offered at the Corner Cafe from noon to 3 p.m. Christmas Parade - The parade, sponsored by

Friends of Gallatin and Cyd Terry, will begin at 5:30 p.m. (lineup will be on Richardson Street by the Sandman Motel starting at 4:30 p.m.). Parade entry and announcement forms are located at My Hunnys Kitchen for pickup or contact Cyd Terry at 660-6051988. Entry forms can be returned to Cyd or faxed to 660-663-2797, but announcement forms are to be brought to the parade and given to Friends of Gallatin to be properly announced during the parade. Cars, golf carts, trucks, tractors, floats and more will be expected in the parade and walkers will be handing out candy on the route.

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Extension Notes by University of Missouri Extension AUTUMN-APPLIED ANHYDROUS AMMONIA Valerie Tate Field Specialist in Agronomy Anhydrous ammonia is an effective and efficient way to supply nitrogen fertilizer to field crops. Applying it in the autumn after harvest can lighten some of the workload in spring so planting can begin as soon as field conditions allow. However, fall applied nitrogen is at risk of being lost due to leaching or volatilization. Microbes are active when soil temperatures are above 40 degrees F. They convert the stable ammonium to nitrate, which can leach through the soil profile when soils become saturated. Applying anhydrous ammonia when soil temperatures are below 50 degrees F and using a nitrification inhibitor can reduce losses. Volatilization occurs when anhydrous ammonia is exposed to air. The key to reducing volatilization is to ensure injection slots are fully closed. Because anhydrous ammonia is attracted to water, it will quickly combine with the water in any body tissue. Injury occurs when a victim cannot escape an acciden-

tal, sudden release of anhydrous ammonia. Minimum personal protective gear for handling anhydrous ammonia include goggles or a face shield, rubber gloves and a heavy long-sleeved shirt. Regular eyeglasses are not sufficient; tight fitting goggles or a face shield is critical for protecting a handler’s eyes from an accidental release of anhydrous ammonia. Never wear contact lenses. The contact lenses can trap the gas between the lense and the eye. Loose fitting rubber gloves with an extended cuff are the preferred gear to protect hands. Turn down the cuff to catch any ammonia that escapes so it does not run into shirts sleeves when arms are raised. Injury can occur quickly if exposed. Immediately flush the affected area with water and seek medical help immediately to avoid permanent injury. For more information contact Valerie Tate, field specialist in agronomy for MU Extension in Linn County at tatev@missouri.edu or call 660-895-5123. University of Missouri Extension programs are open to all.

HIGHLIGHTS WITH HEGEMAN 12th District State Sen. Dan Hegeman Room 332, State Capitol Jefferson City, MO 65101 Phone: 573-751-1415 dan.hegeman@senate.mo.gov

PREPARING FOR MY FINAL LEGISLATIVE SESSION While the Missouri General Assembly normally conducts its work from January through May during the course of the regular legislative session, lawmakers did spend some extra time in the Capital City this year because of an extra legislative session. This particular session was rather short, and we completed it in June. Since then, I have been talking with people in the great northwest part of our state, getting the pulse of our community, before I return to Jefferson City for what will be my last legislative session as a member of the General Assembly. By law, the Missouri General Assembly meets from the beginning of January until the middle of May for its regular legislative session. During session, the Legislature spends the bulk of its time discussing legislation and working on the operating budget for the next fiscal year. But, before this, lawmakers have the ability to pre-file legislation for the upcoming session on Dec. 1, at which point bills are assigned numbers based on a senator’s seniority in the upper chamber. Lawmakers can continue to introduce legislation through the start of the 2022 legislative ses-

sion, which begins on Jan. 5. As I prepare for my final session in the Missouri Senate, I will once again be serving as the chairman of the Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee. Our job is simple in nature, but quite complicated in actual practice. We work toward finding the best way to spend taxpayers’ money by crafting a balanced budget that meets the needs of all Missourians. In terms of exact legislation for next year, I am still working on all of the details and will have more about this throughout the month of December. Every legislative session is unique and presents its own challenges, but it also gives us an opportunity to work together to improve the lives of all Missourians. As I look toward the upcoming session, I am committed to working with my colleagues to help make Missouri a better place to live, work and raise a family. As always, please feel free to call, email or write with your ideas or concerns. My Capitol office number is (573) 751-1415, my email is dan.hegeman@senate.mo.g ov and my mailing address is Room 332, State Capitol Building, Jefferson City, MO 65101.

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Fashioned Christmas will be the theme of the 5:30 p.m., parade (lineup begins at 5:15 p.m. in the Cross Hall parking lot). Decorated ATVs, vintage cars, golf carts, horses, vehicles, etc., will travel from the Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library to Five Points, to Tinsman Avenue to Mable Street to 17th Street to Princeton Road to 28th Street to Hoover Drive. There is no entry fee and prizes will be given for the best decorated entry and the largest family entry. For more information or to enter contact Cindy Jennings at 660-3591923 Santa - free photos with Santa will be offered at the gazebo in Sesquicentennial Park from 6 to 8 p.m. Santa’s Workshop - located at the Trenton Elks Lodge from 6 to 8 p.m. In addition, carolers from the Trenton High School Choir will be found

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in the downtown area during the event, which is sponsored by Main Street Trenton. After the downtown events, THS Gold Rush will present “Movie Night at The PAC,” with a special showing of the classic Christmas movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” to be shown in the Trenton Performing Arts Center. The movie is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. and tickets are $6 for adults; $5 for students (kindergarten through college) and children preschool and under will be admitted free of charge. Those wearing pajamas will be entered into a drawing for a $20 Visa gift card. For tickets, see any Gold Rush member or contact Tyler Busick at 660988-1218. Of course, the holiday theme continues on Saturday and Sunday with the Art’s Alive production of “A Christmas Carol” (see story in this edition of the Republican-Times).

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — Six parents have filed a lawsuit alleging that Springfield Public Schools doesn't have the authority to require masks. The Springfield News-Leader reports that the parents argue that the mask mandate in place since August is a legal overreach and infringes on the rights of parents. Springfield is one of the only districts in southwest Missouri that still requires masking for all students and employees. Stephanie Sproule, one of the parents named in the lawsuit, has expressed frustration about the required masking in recent board meetings. She said earlier this month that it was time for parents to “stand up and demand our freedoms back.” But Stephen Hall, the district's chief communications officer. described the lawsuit as “frivolous, short-sighted and harmful.” He said the district has repeatedly stated that it intends to lift the masking requirement no later than mid-January and noted that the district's youngest student only recently became eligible to be vaccinated. “SPS is confident that our district is on the right side of history and that the courts will affirm the decisions we’ve made to protect the safety and well-being of the most vulnerable among us — our children," Hall said.

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ST. LOUIS (AP) — Bus service will be reduced in St. Louis along more than three dozen routes this week because of a significant worker shortage. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Metro Transit currently has about 150 openings it is struggling to fill with most of those jobs being driver positions. Normally the agency employs about 2,300 people. “Our employment crisis is at such a depth that we had to reduce service temporarily while we try to increase our employment,” said Taulby Roach, the president and CEO of Bi-State Development. Officials are trying to find more workers by organizing job fairs, offering $2,000 hiring bonuses and trying to bring back some retired operators, but they've had only limited success with those efforts. Roach said that Metro is “literally begging for employees” currently. So starting Monday, Metro Transit will reduce service along 38 bus routes and suspend service entirely on six other lines. Roach said Metro has “never had a circumstance where we were literally begging for employees” as is now the case. Even before this week’s planned cuts riders said noshow buses and long waits had become increasingly common in recent months. Metro’s changes had passengers scrambling to “figure out rides,” said Bonney Nelson, a 35-year-old St. Louis resident who relies on the bus service.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Before English, French or any European language was spoken in the spot of the map where Missouri sits, Native American tribes brought their own dialects to the region. One of those dialects was Chiwere, a Siouan language originally spoken by the Otoe, Iowa and Missouria tribes. It’s an endangered language that researchers and descendants of its speakers are working hard to preserve, KCUR-FM reports. The Missouria is the tribe behind the state of Missouri’s name. Its people originally came from the Great Lakes region. They were thought to be part of a bigger tribe with the Otoe, Iowa, Winnebago and HoChunk peoples, before they split off and moved south to the area that is now North Central Missouri in the 1500’s. The Missouria were prolific bison hunters and horse breeders. They controlled the traffic and trade along the Missouri river with other tribes and early Spanish and French colonizers. The tribe’s original Chiwere name was Nyutachi. But as a result of miscommunication among Native Americans and colonizers, over time it came to be known as Missouria. The tribe was the first to meet up with Meriwether Lewis and William Clark on their expedition west up the Missouri River in 1804. But by the time the state of Missouri was officially founded in 1820, the tribe was a shadow of its former self. Smallpox epidemics and an attack from the rival Sac

and Fox tribe had killed hundreds of its people. Those who survived joined the Otoe tribe, which for centuries had lived near the mouth of the Platte River in Nebraska. The 19th Century was a deadly period for indigenous Americans, as the U.S. government carried out forced removal of tribes, theft of Native American land, genocide and forced assimilation. The Otoe-Missouria Tribe was pushed to a reservation on the Big Blue River in Southeast Nebraska, where its members were forbidden to hunt for buffalo or practice their customs. According to tribal history, in 1881 they walked with their possessions across the state of Kansas to a reservation in Red Rock, Oklahoma, where they were forced to assimilate and speak English and discouraged from speaking their Chiwere language. Kennetha Greenwood, an Otoe-Missouria language specialist, says the tribal language became endangered in her own family. “My mom used to try to get my great grandma to speak to my sisters and me,” Greenwood says. “She was like, ‘no, I don’t want them to get in trouble when they’re in school.’” Fortunately, Greenwood’s grandmother did share words and songs with her when she was younger. Greenwood is now part of a generation trying to keep the fading Chiwere language alive. “We’re probably the last generation to actually be able to grow up hearing the language being spoken

conversationally, and being able to hear how things were said, the rhythm of the language,” she says. About 10 years ago, the tribe, which is still based in Oklahoma, started the Otoe-Missouria language department. It offers classes for kids and adults, operates a YouTube channel, and shares “words of the day.” The department offers a way for the tribe to honor ancestors who helped preserve the endangered language. One of those champions was Truman Washington Dailey, an Otoe-Missouria storyteller. Dailey was born in 1898. He had Otoe, Missouria and Iowa heritage, making him a fluent speaker of the Chiwere language. He grew up within his tribe with the teaching of his ancestors. But he also played football and jazz cornet. He went on to work at Disneyland at the Indian Village, which he said he regarded as an opportunity to represent his people. He and his wife, Lavina, were active in the Native American Church, where Dailey traveled as a roadman and led all-night ceremonies and prayer services across the country. Dailey went on to testify before Congress for the use of feathers and plants like the cactus peyote to be used in Native American ceremonies. He helped pass the Amendment to the American Indian Religious Freedom Act in 1994. Jade Roubedeaux, of the Otoe-Missouria language department, says “Grandpa Truman,” as he came to be known by many, created a lasting legacy. “I always think of him as

probably our most knowledgeable historian,” Roubedeaux says. “...in his time and our time today, because we still use him a lot. Even though he’s not here.” Dailey died in 1996. He was 98 years old, and one of the last fluent Chiwere speakers. Fortunately, in his last years he worked extensively with researchers at the University at Missouri, who documented the Chiwere language and stories that Dailey knew from his ancestors. “He was well aware that there were no longer very many people around him who could have a conversation in his mother tongue,” says researcher Lori Stanley. Dailey received an honorary doctorate from the University of Missouri for his work on the project. And he is revered by a new generation of Otoe-Missouria descendants. “We’ve been put in a special place to be able to try and carry this language onto another generation,” says Greenwood. She says it can be a challenge to piece together parts of a puzzle of words, trying to understand some of the deeper meanings and rhythm that were lost when elders like Truman Dailey and her grandmother passed away. But the work of the language department is paying off. Greenwood says she’s hearing more and more of the language being spoken around the reservation. “Anytime you can use your language it’s being carried on,” she says.

Food, Gas Prices Pinch Families As Inflation Surges Globally BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — From appliance stores in the United States to food markets in Hungary and gas stations in Poland, rising consumer prices fueled by high energy costs and supply chain disruptions are putting a pinch on households and businesses worldwide. Rising inflation is leading to price increases for food, gas and other products and pushing many people to choose between digging deeper into their pockets or tightening their belts. In developing economies, it's especially dire. “We've noticed that we're consuming less,” Gabor Pardi, a shopper at an open-air food market in

Hungary’s capital, Budapest, said after buying a sack of fresh vegetables recently. “We try to shop for the cheapest and most economical things, even if they don't look as good." Nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the economic impact of the crisis is still being felt even after countries raced out of debilitating lockdowns and consumer demand rebounded. Now, another surge of infections and a new coronavirus variant, omicron, are leading countries to tighten their borders and impose other restrictions, threatening the global economic recovery. Omicron has raised new fears that factories, ports

and freight yards could be forced to close temporarily, putting more strain on global commerce and sending prices even higher. “A new round of infections could further aggravate supply chains, putting even more upward pressure on inflation,’’ said Rubeela Farooqi, chief U.S. economist at High Frequency Economics. The economic reverberations are hitting central and Eastern Europe especially hard, where countries have some of the highest inflation rates in the 27-nation European Union and people are struggling to buy food or fill their fuel tanks. A butcher at the Buda-

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guarantee proper social distancing on the stage. Instead, a vocal and a string ensemble will perform. The orchestra’s string section, which includes Rebecca Richardson, Allex Smith, Susan Stull, Devin Walker, Leslie Hixson, Zeb Yoko, Charles Ferguson and Norma Jeane Ferguson, will perform “I Saw Three Ships” and “Greensleeves” followed by a vocal ensemble composed of Sierra Bruse, Amy Guthrie, Chris Keuhn, Debbie Thomas, Steve Martin, Phil Hoffman, Ephraim Smith, Chris Thomas and Al Trump. They will sing “I Wonder As I Wander” and “Calypso Clapping Carol” with orchestra member Phillip Ray playing claves. Linda Arnold is the conductor of the GRV Choir, with Buddy Hannaford serving as the GRV Orchestra conductor and Cathie Lowrey providing accompaniment. The Board of Directors will forego their usual re-

ception following the program, but guests can meet the performers in the commons. The GRVCO is very appreciative of the First Baptist Church for offering space for the eight rehearsals preceding the concert. GRVCO is a 501(c)(3) organization. There are no sponsors and the group relies on donations. All performances are free due to our Donor’s Club and the anonymous donors who contribute at the concerts. The financial support of donors helps provide the funds necessary to continue the organization’s mission. With each December concert, the GRVCO looks for a means to help others and this year the board has selected the Salvation Army Christmas Children’s Fund to receive this concert’s special contributions. Information on the Donor’s Club will be available at the door. For more information, visit the GRVCO website at grvco.com or “like” it on Facebook.

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other than “acting surprised” has been cast in the role of Bob Cratchit, with his son, Ross, portraying his much-loved ill child, Tiny Tim. Maloney said Ross showed an interest in the role so he decided to participate, too. That led to his wife, Bridget, and daughter Emmaleigh also joining the cast, with Bridget playing the role of Mrs. Cratchit and Emmaleigh playing one of the Cratchit daughters, Agnes. Bridget, who had performed in some of the nowdefunct Trenton Acting Guild’s productions, says it’s a lot of work to get everyone where they need to be for practice, to learn lines, etc. “I’m not sure our kids really understood how much time and dedication it would take,” she said. “It’s two or three nights a week and Saturdays. Plus we have to practice at home.” Hayley Cross and her daughters, Kennedy and Reagan are also involved in the production, with Haylee portraying the wife of Fred Scrooge, Ebenezer’s nephew. Kennedy plays Little Fan and Reagan has a supporting role in the cast. Like Bridget, Haylee said it’s been hectic working around the play schedule and other activities. “Our girls are busy with karate, but they love this,” she commented. “We would do another one, but maybe not at Christmas time.” Six members of the Mullins family will be on stage this weekend, with parents Rebecca and Nate portraying Belle and Belle’s husband. Their daughter, Julianna, who plays the fiddle and the character of Rachel, was the one who got

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them involved in the production and on one recent Saturday morning, Rebecca was the one playing accompaniment on the piano. The other Mullins children, Judah, Jubilee and Jayla round out their stage family. Other families who will be seen on stage for the two Saturday performances and the one Sunday performance include Darin, Rachel and Ben Breitenbucher; Donald and Josh Vance; Dan and Kim Ellis; and Emma, Hannah and Isaac Beach. The matinee performances on both Saturday and Sunday are sold out and there are a very limited number of tickets remaining for the Saturday evening performance. Tickets will be available at the HyVee customer service counter until close of business on Friday. If any tickets remain, they will be available at the door on Saturday night.

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Dear Annie: Please tell "Ready to Die" that she can get disability payments because she has a mental health disorder. The problem is that people tell the disability examiners how badly they feel. But that is not the examiner's job to assess. They want to know how dysfunctional your daily life is. I am writing to offer suggestions to her and others who suffer from mental health issues but do not know how to secure disability benefits. For instance, let's take depression and how she might answer questions posed by the examiner: Can you drive yourself to the doctor? No, I can't drive. Do you keep your house clean? Yes, but it takes me two weeks to vacuum the floor. The dishes pile up until they smell, so I only use paper plates and plastic silverware. Do you go grocery shopping? No, but a neighbor picks up what I need. I don't eat much. Here are some examples of how she might address manic phases: Can you drive? Sometimes, but I

speed and can't concentrate on safety. Do you clean your house? Yes, but I stay awake for three days and then fall back into lethargy. Do you dress yourself? Yes, but I throw on anything that's on the floor. Sometimes, people laugh at me for how I'm dressed. People with mental illness need someone to practice with them before they are examined. They are focused on their suffering, for good reason. Find an experienced disability lawyer. They can often help you to prepare for an examiner's interview. Some attorneys might be sleazy, but there are also some fine, dedicated lawyers. Your case will move forward much more quickly, even if that feels like a long time. Remember that when you do get Social Security Disability Insurance, they will pay from the date of the application, not the date of approval. Get a case manager or someone to help you through this process. Any psychiatric records are helpful. Do not say you drink, or

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The Republican-Times business office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday. The office will be closed on Saturdays. Republican-Times 122 E. 8th St. 359-2212 Fax: 660-359-4414 -------------------------------------*SEAMLESS GUTTERING* We are ready to replace your old gutters with new seamless aluminum gutters! MOORE’S CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience. Tdtf -------------------------------------WANTED!! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks. Highest prices paid! You Call - We Come Get It! FRONTIER AUTO & TRUCK PARTS (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage) 145 Hwy. W., Trenton, 3593888. Fdtf -------------------------------------PIANO TUNING SERVICE – Taking out the wrong note since 1988. Call early spots fill up fast! Keith Sarver 660-425-2547. Like Us on Facebook! TFeb18 -------------------------------------Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800-425-0976 or 485-6611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience. Tdtf -------------------------------------Carquest Auto Parts T & L Auto Supply, Inc., 1823 East 9th, Trenton, 3592268, tlautosupply.com. Monday-Friday, 7-6, Saturday, 7-4. Fdtf -------------------------------------ASAP LOCKSMITH, Warren Soptic - Owner 359-6625, Trenton. Tdtf -------------------------------------JAMESPORT LUMBER Full Service Lumberyard. We also sell Trusses/metal/ rebar/concrete blocks. New Hardware Department • Gift Certificates and Delivery Available • Free Estimates. 32089 St. Hwy 6, Jamesport, 660-684-6404 FFeb18 -------------------------------------PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 359-3699–shop, 359-2202–home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 60’ bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured. Free Estimates! Tdtf --------------------------------------

Cox Family Dentistry, P.C. Andrew P. Cox, D.D.S. 1011 Cedar St., Trenton. 660-359-6889 or 660-3596993. Tdtf -------------------------------------RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital. 5 Unit sizes available, prices starting at $19 per month. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 359-1069 or 3597683. Fdtf -------------------------------------S&B Hinnen Hauling & Construction, L.L.C. Rock • Sand • Dirt • Asphalt • Grain. Ag Lime Hauling & Spreading Variable Rate Capability. Demolition Debris & Excavation Services. Shaunda 660-973-4445, Brian - 660973-2983, 90 Mansur Street, Chula, MO 64635, sbhinnenhauling@yahoo.com FJan21* -------------------------------------LAUHOFF JEWELRY Downtown Chillicothe 620 Washington St. Open Monday-Friday 9:00-5:30, Saturday 9:00-1:00. 660646-3504 www.lauhoffjewelry.com TFeb11 -------------------------------------Residential & Commercial Snow Removal - including sidewalks & parking lots. Serving the Trenton Area. Good work at a good price. Contact Dustin Wilson, 660635-1282. FNov9-Dec3 -------------------------------------Willing Workers LLP Do you need your siding or roof replaced? Give Willing Workers a call today for a FREE estimate... 660-9735694, John Kramer, 17594 St. Hwy. 190, Jamesport, MO 64648 TNov23-Dec17* -------------------------------------WILSON’S HEATING & COOLING - We service all makes and models. Authorized Rheem Dealer. Bill Wilson 660-359-3403. Fdtf -------------------------------------Mid-States Services is now offering: Fiber Optic installs in rural Trenton! MidStates will STILL WAIVE the $150 installation free for those who sign up NOW! Sign up TODAY by calling 660-359-2045 or at http://www.mid-states.net. 4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683. TJan14 -------------------------------------H & S CONTRACTING Remodeling, room additions, garages & decks and pole barns * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing * Backhoe & Bobcat work * New water & sewer lines. Kale Hoerrmann - Owner, 30 years experience – 660953-0724. FFeb4 -------------------------------------JAMESPORT BUILDERS, 660-684-6931, 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport. POLE BARNS – GARAGES, Spray foam insulation. FFeb18 -------------------------------------BUY - SELL - TRADE BIG NASTY'S GUNS & AMMO - Stop in and see us at our New Location - 1515 E. 9th Street, Trenton, MO. Nathan Rorebeck, 660-6350469, www.bignastys.com FFeb4 -------------------------------------Elmrose Essentials, 6057 Hwy KK, Chula, MO 64635, Ph: 660-639-2500 Under new ownership Formerly Kate's Kountry Kuboard Mon-Fri 8-6; Sat. 8-5; Closed Sunday. Deli Meats and Cheese * Deli Sandwiches - Hot & Cold * Groceries * Bulk Foods * Fabrics and Sewing Notions * Cards & Books * Spices * Candy. FNov9-Dec3* --------------------------------------

Richard's NEW & Used Tires Mounting * Balancing * Tire Repair, OVER 3,000 TIRES IN STOCK! Richard Ishmael 660-654-3910, Justin Ishmael 816-351-2595, 3039 E. 10th St., Trenton, MO. TNov30-Dec24 --------------------------------------

INSURANCE

HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS - Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816289-1935 Or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-6350537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different" Tdtf -------------------------------------Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-359-4100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re your shelter. ShelterInsurance.com Tdtf -------------------------------------Turning 65 This Year? Call Larry Bunnell at 3597467 or 359-4700 for your insurance quotes on Medicare Supplements, Nursing Home, Major Medical, Life & Group Health plans. 1600 East 9th Street, Trenton. Tdtf -------------------------------------Resolute Advantage Insurance Co. - Overwhelmed by all of the Medicare changes? Contact Danielle today to learn more! • Medicare Supplement Plans • Medicare Advantage Plans • Prescription Drug Plans • Home Healthcare Plans • Hospital Indemnity Plans • Cancer Insurance • Dental, Vision & Hearing Plans • Life insurance and Investments & Annuities. Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8am5pm, Friday by appointment only. 1039 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683, danielle@resolute.advantage.net, Office: 660-3587788, Cell: 660-654-3077 TFeb4 -------------------------------------See us for quotes on *Life Insurance *Annuities *Medicare Supplements RON DOUGAN, 903 Main St., Trenton, MO, 660-3590100 - 53 years in the Insurance Business Tdtf --------------------------------------

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Kathy Cheek at 660-3595647. S553dtf --------------------------------------

REAL ESTATE

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” "We will not knowingly accept any advertising for property which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all advertised property is available on an equal opportunity basis." ---------------------------------------------------------------

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PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All rental property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” "We will not knowingly accept any advertising for rental property which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis." ----------------------------------

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CRP/Pasture Clearing Tree Pulling/Removal * All types of Skid Loader work. Call Gabe Buzzard, Trenton, MO 816-678-3918 FDec10* -------------------------------------See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves. Consumer Oil & Supply, 614 Harris Ave., 359-2258 C361dtf -------------------------------------*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES, 660-358-2682 L905tf -------------------------------------For Sale: Registered Angus yearling bull. Call 660359-7498. B851d3* --------------------------------------

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Christmas Gift headquarters. Pocket knives, hand tools & power tools. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 359-3660. T252d3 -------------------------------------Welcome to Major Discounters! We have lots of new products - All discounted prices... Mattresses * Fall & Winter Clothing * Work & Western Boots * Hardware * Furniture * Generators * Dehumidifiers * Televisions * Water Heaters * Cleaning Supplies * Air Fryers * Ammunition & Much More! 1318 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO (next to Barnes-Baker) 660654-1383 FNov16-Dec10* --------------------------------------

Sunnyview Nursing Home is accepting bids for the following: Install and trim out 7 windows (5 we have, 2 to be purchased) for Beauty shop rental building. For specifications contact Sunnyview Nursing Home, 660-3595647. All bids should be received by December 10, 2021. S259d30 -------------------------------------Sunnyview Nursing Home is accepting bids for the following: Remove cabinets out of 2 rooms and open wall between rooms. Trim out and move electric outlet. For specifications contact Sunnyview Nursing Home, 660359-5647. All bids should be received by December 10, 2021. S260d30 --------------------------------------

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NOTICES REPUBLICAN-TIMES CHARGES Standard obituaries written by the newspaper are not charged. Photo with obituary $25 Obituary written as requested starts at $35 Photos with standard engagement announcement $25 Photo w/anniversary $25 ea Color print from R-T $5 -------------------------------------THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP, 1736 East 9th • 359-3313. Premium Diesel, Gas, 10% Ethanol – CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE – Dean, Hankook, Cooper tires. Tdtf -------------------------------------The IT Department at North Central Missouri College is seeking bids for Managed Detection & Response (MDR) as well as Security Assessments. Please see www.ncmissouri.edu for additional details. N255d3 --------------------------------------

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SENIOR CITIZEN APARTMENTS Rent is based on income and includes: Water, Sewer, Trash, Lawn Care, Snow Removal, 24 hour Maintenance and On-Site Laundry Facilities. Applicants may stop by 2610 Princeton Road, Trenton, Missouri to pick up an application and see the pride we take in our housing community. We share in great neighbors, community activities & beautiful surroundings. Some income restrictions apply.

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Serve Link Home Care is Immediately Hiring! Part-time - could become full-time with the potential for insurance. Home Care Aides needed in Grundy, Livingston, Linn, Sullivan and Putnam Counties. Up to $200 sign up bonus available for committed, caring and dependable candidates. Help your neighbors and join our team! Flexible scheduling, mileage and travel time paid. Call 660359-4218 Ext. 20 or apply online at servelinkhomecare.com. EOE. TNov16-Dec10 --------------------------------------

Trenton Municipal Utilities is currently accepting applications for a Water/Wastewater Distribution Utility worker. Must have or be able to obtain a CDL license. Prefer heavy equipment operator experience. Salary dependent on qualifications. Successful applicant will be required to meet residency requirements. Applications accepted at City Hall until position is filled. For more information, contact Kenny Ricketts at 660-359-2838. EOE. T254d3 -------------------------------------Will Salmon Excavating in Gallatin is seeking a Welder and Laborers. Call 660-3340398 to apply. W248d30 -------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking a Custodian. Interested applicants should visit http://www. ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. N256d3 -------------------------------------The Trenton Police Department is accepting applications for a 911 Communications Officer. Starting wage is $15.93 per hour. Training is provided. Must be 18 years of age or older, possess a current driver's license and have a high school diploma or equivalency. Applications can be obtained at the Trenton Police Department or contact Sacha Snuffer at ssnuffer@trentonmo.com. T257d7 -------------------------------------MTO is looking for a tire tech and shop worker. Stop by 1124 E. 17th St. in Trenton to fill out an application. M244dtf -------------------------------------Trenton Municipal Utilities is seeking applicants for an Accounting Assistant. This position is directly under the Comptroller and handles accounts payables, accounts receivables, and other accounting functions and fills in for the Comptroller in their absence. A minimum of a two-year accounting degree or five years or more experience in accounting functions required. Salary dependent upon qualifications. Please submit resume to 1100 Main Street, Trenton, MO 64683. For information, contact Rosetta Marsh at 660-359-2281 or by email at rmarsh@trentonmo.com. Applications accepted until position is filled. EOE. T258d3 -------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking a Talent Search Advisor. Interested applicants should visit http://www.ncmissouri.edu/jo bs for more information and how to apply or call 660-3576203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. N261d10 --------------------------------------

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SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS Public Notice of Filing The Trenton R-IX School District encourages qualified persons interested in running for a position on the School Board to file to be a candidate in the April 5, 2022 election. Interested persons may file at the district office located at 1607 Normal Street, Trenton, MO 64683. Filing will begin on December 7, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. and will continue during the district's normal business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. During winter break (Dec. 22, 2021 and December 23, 2021) filings will occur from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Filings will not occur on the following holidays when the school's district office is closed: Dec. 24 and Dec. 27. Filings will not occur on days that the school's district office is closed due to inclement weather. Filing will end on December 28, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. There are 3 positions available. 2 positions are for three-year terms. 1 position is for a one-year term only. dNov23,26,30,Dec3 -------------------------------------NOTICE Grundy Co. R-V School District will be open for the filing of eligible candidates seeking the position of board of education member at the April 5, 2022 election. The Grundy Co. R-V School District will have two positions, for three years each, available for election. The first filing period will begin Tuesday, December 7 and will run through Friday, December 17, 2021. Filing will be done at the high school office, located at 205 SW Border Street, Galt, MO. Time to file will be from 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., on days which school is in session. The office will be closed from 12:30 p.m. on December 17 through December 27th. Filing will resume at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 28th until 5:00 that evening. If there are questions regarding filing, please call 660673-6511. dNov30,Dec3,7,10 -------------------------------------In compliance with RSMo 115.127(5), notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Public Water Supply District #1 of Grundy County that the filing period for the April 5, 2022 Municipal Election is December 7, 2021 through December 28, 2021. Elected to serve a three (3) year term will be one member from Sub-district 1, which includes Jefferson Township and a portion of Madison Township and one member from Sub-district 5, which includes Jackson Township and portions of Marion and Wilson Townships. Candidates may file at the district office located at 4100 Oklahoma Avenue, Trenton, Missouri. The office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Questions will be answered by calling 660-359-4220. dNov30,Dec14 --------------------------------------

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Laredo Fire Protection District has an opening for one Board Member for a sixyear term for the election to be held April 5, 2022. Filing period is December 7 through December 28, 2021. Persons may file by contacting Melissa Lowrey at 660286-3273. dNov30 -------------------------------------PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given per RSMo. 115.127 for filing dates for the Municipal Election of April 5, 2022 to fill two terms of six years on the Board of Trustees of North Central Missouri College. Declarations for Candidacy for Trustee, North Central Missouri College, must be filed from December 7, 2021 through December 28, 2021 during NCMC’s regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. MondayFriday. (The offices will be closed for the holiday break December 23, 2021 through January 1, 2021.) Candidates will file in the Frey Administrative Center, North Central Missouri College, 12th and Mabel Streets, Trenton, MO dNov30 -------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Estate No. 21AG-PR00068 In the Estate of Donald Ray Williams, Deceased. Ronald K. Williams, Personal Representative NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTED To all persons interested in the Estate of: Donald Ray Williams Deceased: On the 8th day of November, 2021, Ronald K. Williams was appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Donald Ray Williams, deceased, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri. The address of the Personal Representative is 724 W. 10th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. All creditors of the decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. This six-month period does not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent's death, provided in Section 473.444, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, R.S. Mo., shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent's liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, R.S. Mo. Date of Decedent’s death was: August 23, 2021 Date of first publication is: November 16, 2021 /s/ Jill Eaton, Clerk of the Probate Division Grundy County, Missouri Receipt of this Notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that she necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person's interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri. dNov16,23,30,Dec7 --------------------------------------

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AREA DEATHS

Quentin Brown Quentin Brown, a 71year-old Trenton resident, died at 9:08 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021 at his home where he was under hospice care. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 29 at Resthaven Mortuary in Trenton. Mr. Brown was born Jan. 3, 1950 in Trenton, the son of Howard Doyle and Guidona Pauline Ratliff Brown. He graduated from Trenton High School in 1968. On Feb. 14, 1981, he married Linda George at Hatton Chapel north of Trenton. They attended Edinburg Baptist Church. Mr. Brown was an avid

antique tractor and motorcycle collector and was a member of the Hale Tractor Pullers. His survivors include his wife, Linda; a daughter, Amanda Brown of Independence; a brother, Garold and his wife, Vaughncille Brown of Galt; and a sister, Karen Thomas of Phoenix, AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial donations can be made to the Green Hills Animal Shelter and can be mailed to or left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com.

Thelma U. Ellis Thelma U. Ellis, an 80year-old Trenton resident, passed away at 1:58 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021 at Wright Memorial Hospital in Trenton. Funeral services are scheduled for 10 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021 at Slater-Neal Funeral Home of Trenton. Burial will follow in Resthaven Memorial Gardens of Trenton. A visitation is scheduled from 6 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021 at the funeral home. Thelma was born Sept. 8, 1941 in Trenton, the daughter of Riley and Thelma Broyles Gardner. She graduated from Galt High School and then received her C.N.A. She worked for Eastview Manor for many years. On March 15, 1983 she was united in marriage to Russell Lee Ellis in Harrisonville. He preceded her in death. Thelma loved crocheting and giving time to her

friends and church. Surviving relatives include her children, Terry Gardner and his wife, Liz of Laredo, Thelma Peterson and her significant other, Ronald Seward of Trenton, Ronald Modaff and his wife, Shelly of Ashland, and Russell Ellis, Jr. of Trenton; her siblings, Glenn Gardner of Oklahoma City, OK, Mavis Edmunds of South Carolina, Lesley Gardner of Oklahoma City, OK, Vivian Rural of Nevada and Leota Tew of Florida; 13 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Iona Tunnell and brother, Edward Gardner. Memorial donations are suggested for funeral expenses and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com.

Rodney Dewayne Ragan Rodney Dewayne Ragan, a 53-year-old Jamesport resident, passed away at 12:28 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021 at his residence due to natural causes. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 a.m., Friday, Dec. 3, 2021 at SlaterNeal Funeral Home of Trenton. A visitation is scheduled from 10 a.m. until service time on Friday. The body is to be cremated following the services with inurnment at a later date in Maple Grove Cemetery. Rodney was born April 5, 1968 in Trenton, the son of Hershel Daniel and Nona Jane Wise Ragan. He graduated from Trenton High School. In the fall of 1989 he was married to Drema Howard. She survives of the home. Rodney worked as a mechanic, a roofer and most recently as a stocker for Wal-Mart. He loved hunting, fishing and watching

the Chiefs. He was a bornagain Christian and had a soft spot for his dogs and all animals. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his mother, Jane Ragan of Trenton; sons Daniel Cervantes and his wife, Margie of Path Fork, KY, Terry Cervantes and his wife, Gina of Liberty, Jose Cervantes and his wife, Shelly of Jamesport, and Tony Cervantes and his wife, Shelli of Kansas City; his brothers, Hershel Daniel Ragan, Jr. and his wife, Gale of Carrollton, Denis Eugene Ragan and his wife, Robyn of Chillicothe and Terry Lynn Ragan of Independence; 12 grandchildren; and five greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father. Memorial donations are suggested to the funeral expenses and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com.

Clarence W. VanRoekel, Jr. Clarence W. VanRoekel, Jr. a 69-year-old Trenton resident, died at 5:40 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021 at Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Nov. 29, 2021 at Slater-Neal Funeral Home in Trenton. The body was cremated after the service. Mr. VanRoekel was born Dec. 20, 1951 at Mahaska, IA, the son of Clarence Walter and Charlotta VanRoekel, Sr. He graduated from Oskaloosa, IA High School. Before retiring he was employed as a supervisor at Pella Win-

dows in Pella, IA. His survivors include his fiancé, Joan Stark of the home; two sisters, Dorothy Hayes of Arizona and Carol Ann Olgen of Anaheim, CA; two brothers, Henry VanRoekel and his wife, Twyla of Lighton, IA and Donald VanRoekel of Oskaloosa, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters. Memorials are suggested to the Clarence VanRoekel memorial fund and may be left with funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com.

Kuper Dale Wise Kuper Dale Wise, a 10year-old Blythedale resident, passed away Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021 at a St. Louis children’s hospital. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021 at Roberson Funeral Home in Bethany. Burial was in Ridgeway Cemetery at Ridgeway. Kuper was born on Sept. 2, 2011, the son of Daniel and Megan Wise. He was a fourth grade student at North Harrison Elementary School in Eagleville and a member of the Energizers Youth Group. Kuper loved to sing and be around animals. He wanted to be a pig farmer

when he grew up and loved being around water. In addition to his parents of the home, he is survived by his paternal grandmother, Ellen Jennings of Bethany; maternal grandparents, Rodney and Kimberly Vantellman of Bethany; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Fred Wise. Memorials may be made to the Kuper Wise Memorial Fund in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424.

Spickard Man Dies In Accident A Spickard man lost his life in an accident involving a motorcycle on Saturday, Nov. 27. According to Missouri State Highway Patrol Trooper B.N. Raney’s accident report, the mishap ocurred when the driver of a 2009 Harley Davidson motorcycle, 62year-old Bradley A. Collins, was eastbound on Route C at 4 p.m., and failed to negotiate a curve. The vehicle traveled across the center line and off the north side of Route C, where it struck an embankment. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle, which came to rest on its side on the railroad tracks, facing east. Mr. Collins, who was not wearing a helmet, was pronounced dead at the scene by Grundy County Deputy Coroner Steve Tracy. The body was taken to Slater-Neal Funeral Home in Trenton. The Grundy County Sheriff’s Department assisted Trooper Raney at the scene.

Man Charged With Felony A Trenton man has been arrested after spitting at a police officer in an incident on Nov. 27. According to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, 23year-old Jeffrey S. White, has been charged with a class D felony charge of third degree assault-special victim, a class E felony charge of resisting arrest and a class B misdemeanor charge of peace disturbance. He is accused of knowingly causing physical injury to Trenton Police Sgt. Keith Edmonston by spitting bodily fluids at his face and mouth and using or threatening the use of physical force to resist or escape custody. He is also accused of knowingly causing alarm to others by his behavior. White is being held in the Grundy County Detention Center on $7,500 cash-only bond, with a court date of Dec. 14.

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Marjorie Olson will turn 100 on Jan. 2, 2022! An early birthday celebration will be held in her honor on Sunday, Dec. 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the lower level of the Alexander Student Center on the North Central Missouri College campus. Refreshments will be provided. Masks are requested and appreciated.

FUTURES TRADING CHICAGO BOARD OF TRADE Open

High Low Last Chg Nov. 29 WHEAT 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Dec 837¾ 840½ 810 812½ —13 Mar 853½ 855¼ 824¼ 826½ —13¾ May 859¾ 861¼ 830¼ 832¼ —14¼ Jul 842½ 846 818¼ 820¾ —13¼ Sep 839¾ 840¾ 816 818¼ —11¾ Dec 843½ 844½ 819¼ 821¼ —11¼ Mar 845 845 820¼ 820¼ —13½ Jul 773¾ 775 755 756¾ —12 Dec 772¼ 772¼ 756 756 —12 Mar 770 770 770 770 +4½ Est. sales 66,362.Fri.'s sales 91,487 Fri.'s open int 388,016 CORN 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Dec 586 588¼ 577¾ 579 —7¾ Mar 592 594 581¾ 582¾ —9 May 595½ 597½ 585½ 586½ —9 Jul 596 598¼ 586¼ 587¼ —8¾ Sep 572 573 564¼ 565¼ —7 Dec 561¾ 563 555¼ 556¼ —6¼ 567½ 569 562½ 563 —6½ Mar May 570¼ 570¾ 564½ 565½ —5½ Jul 568 569¼ 563½ 563½ —6 Dec 511¼ 512 507¼ 508¾ —3¾ Dec 484¼ 484¼ 484¼ 484¼ —1¾ Est. sales 213,657.Fri.'s sales 385,148 Fri.'s open int 1,503,797 OATS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Dec 760 770 759 765 +10 Mar 759 771 755¼ 768½ +8¾ May 752 755 752 754 +10¼ Jul 698¾ 699 698¾ 699 +4¼ Dec 554¾ 554¾ 554¾ 554¾ +¾ Est. sales 444.Fri.'s sales 555 Fri.'s open int 5,261 SOYBEANS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Jan 1260¾ 1268½ 1246 1247¾ —5 Mar 1270¼ 1278¾ 1256½ 1258¼ —4¾ May 1280 1287¾ 1266 1267¾ —4¾ Jul 1284 1293½ 1272 1274 —4¾ Aug 1280½ 1286¾ 1267½ 1267¾ —6½ Sep 1258¾ 1265½ 1246 1246 —7½ —5¾ Nov 1245 1252½ 1232¼ 1234½ Jan 1244 1250 1232¼ 1233¼ —7 Mar 1224½ 1227¼ 1211¾ 1211¾ —7½ May 1211 1217½ 1206½ 1206½ —4¾ Jul 1213 1213½ 1205 1205 —8¼ Nov 1181½ 1181½ 1177¼ 1177¼ —4 Est. sales 69,878.Fri.'s sales 144,199 Fri.'s open int 681,991 Nov. 26 Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/Carrollton (1-800-722-4407) Corn 6.21, Beans 12.47, Soft Wheat 7.95 New Crop 2022 Corn 5.32, Beans 12.10, Soft Wheat 8.04