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The filing period for the April 5, 2022 Municipal and School Election got under way today, Tuesday, Dec. 7. Those wishing to file for city, school and township positions may do so until 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, which is an abbreviated filing period compared to previous years. Entities have published their hours and locations for filings or interested persons can call the respective city or school offices for more information. A special election has been announced in Wilson Township, where a trustee, clerk and one board member will be elected. For more information contact Vernon Sawyer at 660359-7036.

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If you didn’t find a way to get in the Christmas spirit over the weekend, it’s your own fault as the Trenton and Gallatin communities held their downtown Christmas events. Above, sleigh rides were a hit on the Gallatin Square Saturday as part of “Christmas Around the Square.” Above, at left, Claire Ormsby has a heart-to-heart with Santa in downtown Trenton Friday night. Both communities had lighted parades during their events, with a Clark Griswold impersonator, right, showing up in the Trenton parade.

COVID Cases Rising In Grundy County Omicron Variant Makes Its Way To Saint Louis If it seems like the number of positive COVID-19 cases are increasing, you’re right. “Yes,” said Grundy County Health Department Administrator Elizabeth Gibson when asked if that’s the case. As of Friday, there were 36 active cases of the virus in Grundy County for a total of 1,866 since the pandemic began in March 2020. There are a variety of reasons for that increase, said Mrs. Gibson. “Part of it is that things are mov-

ing indoors, there’s more circulating going on right now. You have the holidays, so people are gathering,” she said. The way to combat the rise in cases is nothing new - wear a mask, social distance and get a vaccine. Ms. Gibson said the health department is continuing to offer all three vaccines - Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson and Johnson, as well as booster shots. She said the health department has a few openings right now but if people want a vaccine and can’t get in, there are other options, such as Hy-Vee. “I tell people to get a dose no matter where they have to go to get it,” Ms. Gibson commented. Ms. Gibson said the new variant,

Omicron, which has been found in St. Louis, has not yet been found in Grundy County, although she said it likely will. If that’s the case, the health department will be notified. The St. Louis Health Department said Saturday that the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had confirmed the virus case in a resident of St. Louis that was first reported Friday as a presumed case of the omicron variant. Health officials did not identify the patient, but they have said that the person had recently traveled in the United States. Officials have also said there are no concerns about that person's health at this point. Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, director of the St. Louis health de-

partment, said the omicron case is a reminder that everyone should get vaccinated and take other measures proven to limit the spread of the coronavirus such as wearing masks. Scientists are still studying the new omicron variant of the virus to determine whether it spreads more easily or causes more severe illnesses than the delta variant. They are also looking at how well the current vaccines work against it. Scientists monitor variants and the coronavirus’ evolution through genetic tests that are separate from the kinds of tests used to determine whether someone has COVID-19. This genetic sequencing allows scientists to monitor how the virus changes over time.

The Trenton Area Ministerial Alliance will hold a Christmas vespers program Sunday evening. The program is scheduled for 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12 at the First Baptist Church. Area pastors will share prayers and scripture and THS Gold Rush, under the direction of Tyler Busick, will perform musical selections. The traditional candle-lighting ceremony will also take place.

Live Nativity At Sunnyview

A drive-thru live nativity is being planned for 5:30 p.m. Sunday, at Sunnyview Nursing Home in Trenton. Sunnyview residents will be able to view the nativity from the front sidewalks or from their windows and members of the community will be able to drive through the circle drive at the home. Those who wish to help with the event are encouraged to contact Cindy Jennings, who is coordinating the nativity, at 660-359-1923.

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Third and fourth grade students at Rissler Elementary School presented a holiday concert Thursday evening at the Trenton R-9 Performing Arts Center. At left, fourth grade students perform “We Wish You a Swinging Holiday” while at right, third graders, from left, Michael Nichol, Riley Griffin and Ashlynn Cosgrove, perform their parts in “Reindeer Shouldn’t Waltz.” The program was under the direction of Madeline Cotton, Rissler vocal music instructor.

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GALLATIN TOURNAMENT :: BOYS CHAMPIONSHIP

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ISAAC BIRD rises above the Winston defense for a first-half bucket in Gallatin’s 68-58 championship victory on Saturday. Bird had 38 points, five rebounds, three assists and two steals in the win.

BIRD’S HOUSE Bird Comes Off The Bench, Scores 38 In Championship Win GALLATIN BOYS 68 WINSTON BOYS 58 When the Gallatin starting lineup was announced Saturday prior to the Gallatin Tournament championship game, one name was noticeably absent — Isaac Bird. The Bulldogs’ 6-foot-5 guard was nursing an ankle injury, but when the Winston Redbirds held a lead midway through the first quarter, Gallatin head coach Chad Sullenger’s hand was forced. With a trophy on the line, Bird entered the game and proceeded to score 38 points, leading Gallatin to a 68-58 victory and the tournament championship.

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PAYTON FEIDEN drives into the paint during Gallatin’s championship victory on Saturday. Feiden had 20 points, 15 rebounds and four steals in the win.

“Anytime you can have Isaac on the floor he creates so many opportunities for everyone,” Sullenger said. “His scoring is important for us, but so is the attention he creates because of his high level of play.” Bird’s presence was felt almost immediately as he knocked down a three-pointer and cruised through the lane for a layup. A trailing Gallatin squad surged ahead, closing out the opening frame on a 7-2 run to take a 14-11 advantage. Winston, however, wasn’t about to go away. The upset-minded Redbirds stayed within three points through the second quarter and used a 21-point effort in the third frame to carry a 4946 lead into the final quarter of play. Gallatin had not been challenged in wins over Lathrop, Trenton and Braymer to open the season, winning each game by comfortable margins. The championship marked the first time the Bulldogs had trailed at any [See BULLDOGS, Page 3]

The Gilman City girls and Grundy County boys basketball teams each closed out tournament play last week with victories in consolation games. The Gilman girls defeated Winston 46-37 to place fifth in the Gallatin Tournament while the Grundy boys netted fifth-place hardware in the Novinger Tournament by defeating the Kirksville junior varsity 59-49. Gilman’s girls had a strong finish to their tournament after being seeded eighth initially. Gilman was able to outplay that seeding, however, defeating fellow HDC Conference school Winston in the consolation game on Friday. The Hawks were paced by Ava Langfitt who scored 22 points in the victory. Jolee Ward followed with nine and Laina Ward added seven in the victory. With the win, Gilman improved to 2-2 overall on the year. Gilman plays host to Osborn on Thursday. Grundy’s boys rode a big performance from Corbin Axtell to get a 10-point victory over the JV Tigers. Axtell had 32 points and 10 rebounds in the win, while teammate Cole Peterson also recorded a doubledouble, scoring 14 points and picking up 12 rebounds. The victory pushed Grundy to 2-1 overall on the season. Grundy played at Bevier on Monday and travels to Green City on Thursday.

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Championship Evades Trenton Girls Reaching The Title Game Still A Big Step For The Program POLO GIRLS 53 TRENTON GIRLS 22 Down 14 points in the final minute of the third quarter of the Gallatin Tournament girls championship game, Trenton players trapped a Polo ballhandler in the corner. The referee signaled a jump ball when Trenton tied it up, but Polo was granted a timeout, called before the signal was made. Not exactly the letter of the law, but what are you going to do. Trenton wasn’t going to upset topseeded Polo in this game, but the phantom timeout saved possession for the Panthers, who parlayed it into a buzzer-beating shot to push the lead to 16 points going into the final frame. The momentum sapped by the sequence was the larger issue, ho-

wever, as Polo turned what was a decently competitive game to that point into a 53-22 rout. “Polo is really good,” Trenton head coach Kameron Cool said. “Most balanced team we’ve played this year. They capitalized on every mistake we made. Our offensive struggles had a lot to do with [those mistakes].” Trenton’s offensive struggles were a real issue and the Bulldogs had just seven points at halftime. Their defense kept them in the game however, limiting the Panthers to just 19 points in the first two quarters combined. Polo continued to distance itself from the Bulldogs in the second half, though and when Trenton attempted to press in the fourth quarter to get back into the game, Polo took advantage, pulling away even more. Trenton’s second unit took some lumps as well at the hands of Polo’s starters, who remained in the contest a little longer than expected. Mirena King had 11 points to pace the Bulldogs, which also got five from Madi Moore, three from Mor-

gan King, two from Katelyn Clark and one from Chandler Lynch. With the loss, Trenton fell to 2-3 overall on the season. SEMIFINAL Teya Cooksey hadn’t scored a point when she received a pass at the top of the key in the semifinals of the Gallatin Tournament on Thursday. But with time all but gone, passing wasn’t an option. She quickly hoisted up a shot and watched as the ball skipped off the front of the rim, made contact with the back of the rim and then fell through the net for a gamewinning three-pointer. Cooksey pumped both fists, let out a yell and bounded to the sideline where she was mobbed by her teammates. With a 36-33 victory over second-seeded Maysville, the Trenton Bulldogs were championship-game bound for the first time since they reached the championship of the Class 3, District 14 Tournament in February of 2020. “What an incredible moment for [See TRENTON, Page 3]

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REBECCA URICH dribbles past a Polo defender during the Bulldogs’ loss in Saturday’s Gallatin Tournament championship game. With the loss, Trenton fell to 2-3 overall on the season.

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THE GALLATIN BULLDOGS won the Gallatin Tournament on Saturday, defeating the Winston Redbirds 68-58 in the championship game.

Bulldogs Prevail, Win Title [BULLDOGS, from Page 2] point in the second half of a game. But the team’s resolve was on full display over the final eight minutes. Gallatin played its best quarter when it needed it most, outscoring the Redbirds 22-9 over the final eight minutes of the ball game. “I was really proud of how we played in the fourth quarter,” Sullenger

said. “We struggled defensively through three quarters and to see us gut it out in the end was nice.” Bird added three assists, five rebounds and two steals to his season-high 38 points. Payton Feiden was a consistent second option, going for 20 points, 15 rebounds and four steals. Gallatin also got seven points from Durk Stout. Three points from Brett

Hemry and two from Layton Shubert rounded out the Bulldogs’ total. With the win, Gallatin moved to 4-0 overall on the season. The Bulldogs will be back in action tonight, playing host to Northland Christian. Action tips off with a girls’ contest between the two schools at 6 p.m. and the boys’ contest will follow.

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[TRENTON, from Page 2] Teya,” Cool said. “She’s been a huge part of our program, so for her to get that moment was so much fun to see. I’m so proud of this group, They kept fighting and believing in each other. From where we were last year, to be playing in a championship game is special.” Cooksey’s buzzer beater capped a big rally for Trenton. The Bulldogs went into the fourth quarter down 22-16. In a game where both teams found points difficult to come by, a six-point deficit felt larger than it was in reality. But, the Bulldogs’ offense came to life in the final frame. Lynch scored eight points over the final eight minutes and Mirena King added seven in the quarter as the Bulldogs’ guards caught fire. It was Cooksey, however, who connected for the biggest points of the night, breaking a 33-33 tie with her game-winner. Mirena King led Trenton with 14 points in the win and Lynch finished with 12 points, five assists — one on Cooksey’s last second shot — and five steals. Trenton also got three points each from Cooksey and Gracyn Rongey and Rebecca Urich and Moore each had two points to round out the Trenton total.

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Princeton Boys Win Consolation Girls Drop ThirdPlace Game To Pattonsburg PATTONSBURG 52 PRINCETONGIRLS44 PRINCETONBOYS45 SO. HARRISON 31 After suffering losses at the hands of Stanberry and Albany at the Albany Tournament, the Princeton High School boys basketball team picked up a win to leave the event on a high note. Princeton used a stellar defensive effort on Saturday to top South HarriPhoto courtesy of Macon Schweizer 45-31 in the SAM GIBSON attempts to roll a Macon opponent over for a pin during the Brookfield Tournament on Saturday. Gibson took first place son at 195 pounds, going 4-0 with all four wins coming by pinfall. consolation game. As good as the Tigers’ defense was in the first quarter, limiting South Harrison to five points, the ofGriffin and Gallatin’s 170; Logan Wilson, who The Gallatin girls came B bracket. fense was an equally large Gallatin Wins Andon Allen may have had was 0-3 at 182; and Kaleb away from the tournament Behind that duo, Milo issue. Princeton scored just Three Boys Titles, the match of the tourna- McCallen, who was 0-3 at with three individual cham- Simpson was second in the three points in the game’s as the two battled for 285. pions. Makayla Rainey was 152-pound B bracket with first eight minutes. The Three Girls Titles ment what was essentially the The Gallatin Bulldogs first at 125, Karydon Jones a 1-1 record. Other THS JV Tigers would begin to find title at 152. In a defensive finished third with 106 was first at 149 and Kay- wrestlers in action were the basket, however, scorHopes within the Tren- match, it was Griffin who points, getting individual dence Clevenger was first Trusten Streett, who was 1- ing 11 points in both the from at 174. 4 as a JV entry in the 120- second and third quarters, ton wrestling program were managed an escape to pick championships (145), Also in action for the pound varsity bracket; but it was the fourth quarter high entering the 2021- up a 1-0 victory. He pinned Draven Wright 2022 season. Saturday’s both of his other opponents Logan Bottcher (182) and Gallatin girls were Christin Aiden Weyer, who was 0-4 where the Tigers really Burns, fourth at 159, and as a JV entry in the 145- took off. Princeton closed Brookfield Wrestling Tour- on the day to go 3-0 with Gabe Parker (285). Wright, Bottcher and Abby Parker, third at 194. pound varsity bracket; Col- the game on a timely 20-9 nament offered little to the individual title. McAtee was 4-0 on the Parker were all 3-0 en route For Trenton, Allison lin Taylor, who was 0-3 in run to clinch the consolatemper those lofty expectaday, getting one win by fall, to their titles. Yoder was 4-1, placing sec- the 160-pound B bracket; tion trophy. tions. Allen at 152 was a ond at 159; Avery Clark Brayden Wiggins, who was Free throws allowed Trenton took first place another by an 8-0 major as a team at the event, with decision and two regular runner-up with a 2-1 record was 3-2, placing third at 0-2 in the 170-pound B Princeton to pull away five individuals winning decision wins. In those two while Jagger Gray went 4- 141; Jacey Hudson was 1- bracket; and Jake Schma- down the stretch. The championships on the day. matches, McAtee wrestled 1 at 170 to place second as 2, placing third at 235; and deke, who was 1-1 in the Tigers connected on 14-ofMercy Schweizer was 0-4 182-pound B bracket. 21 shots from the charity With Mason Rongey (126), his way to victories of 11-7 well. and 11-5. at 120, placing fourth. Other Gallatin wrestlers UP NEXT stripe in the fourth quarter. Hunter McAtee (138), Maybe the biggest sur- in action included Tyler JUNIOR VARSITY Trenton and Gallatin are Leading the Tigers was Coleman Griffin (152), Trenton won two junior in triangular action tonight Talan Holt, who had 17 Sam Gibson (195) and prise came at 126 where Tustison, 2-2 at 195; RegCaleb Johnson (220) all se- Rongey, a freshman, went gie Arnold, 1-3 at 138; varsity titles at the tourna- (Tuesday) in Gallatin points in the win. Mason curing individual cham- 5-0 to grab an individual Luke Johnson, 0-5 at 126; ment where Michael Nya- where they will be joined Morris added 13 for pionships on the day, championship in his first Draygan Schweizer, 0-4 at koojo was 2-0 to take the by South Harrison, making Princeton and Jadan Finney Trenton tallied 139 points varsity wrestling action 160; and Magnum Feni- top spot in the 170-pound it an all-Bulldog event. The and Kelby Thomas each B bracket and Gaven Kel- first matches are set to had five. to sit atop the team stand- ever. After getting an 8-6 more, 0-3 at 220. decision win early, Rongey sall was 2-0 to win the 152 begin at 5:30 p.m. GIRLS With the win, Princeton ings ahead of runner-up Vepinned his next four oppoevened its record at 2-2 railles, which scored 107 nents to take first place at overall. team points. The Princeton girls, who “We had a great day at the weight. “Mason stepped into a opened the tournament the tournament today,” with a win before stumTrenton head coach Charlie big tournament for a freshbling against Platte Valley Bacon said. “We have a big man and walked away with — ranked first in the state week next week and we a 5-0 record,” Bacon said. in the Class 1 MBCA need to get in the wrestling “I was really happy with coaches poll — in the room on Monday to work the way he wrestled. He is semifinals, couldn’t find a on some things, but overall, a kid that gives 100 percent way to leave Albany on a I was happy with our per- effort at all times and it really paid off for him winhigh note as the Tigers fell formance.” to Pattonsburg by eight Of the Bulldogs’ cham- ning first place. It is pretty points in Saturday’s thirdpions, Gibson had the most rare for a freshman to place place game. dominant day, running a 4- first at a tournament of that With the loss, Prince0 record with all four wins caliber, so I’m really ton’s girls dropped to 2-2 as coming by fall. Johnson pleased with Mason.” Also in action for Trenwell. wasn’t far off that pace, ton at the tournament were Both Princeton teams going 3-0 with a 9-0 major will travel to Eagleville todecision win and two wins Trackor Hignutt, who was 0-2 at 106; Charlie Riley, night (Tuesday) to take on by fall. North Harrison. 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IMPROVING A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT AND PRIVILEGE Among the things that sets this country apart from others is allowing people to vote for their leaders. Ever since the pandemic started last year, we have learned this right can be fragile and needs to be protected at all costs. Since the spring of last year, we have had several elections and have seen a number of approaches to letting people vote. Now that we have had a chance to see how varying methods of voting can and cannot work, I believe it is time to take what we know and put it to the best practice. This is why I have pre-filed Senate Bill 633, a comprehensive election integrity and reform measure. While it contains some familiar ideas, it also embraces new technology, with voter safety in mind. We must continue to make voting as simple as possible, but also with fairness, safety and integrity. My proposal would allow a local election official to oversee ballot-counting machines and ensure these machines are not connected to a network that could include anybody. At the same time, SB 633 would reinforce paper ballots as the official tabulation for an election, define “absentee ballot” and allow no-excuse absentee voting. This would allow more people to vote early. This bill also seeks to strengthen absentee voting

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I don’t have to tell you that our country is facing a lot of problems right now. From inflation and rising prices to shortages and the supply chain crisis—we’re all living it. It’s no surprise there’s little agreement to be found on solving these major problems in Washington. While some of us have urged the Administration to stop the out-of-control spending and mandates that are making this crisis worse, the majority in Washington is perfectly happy burying their head in the sand and pretending these problems are “transitory.” That said, there’s still some things we can find common ground on—important things like expanding broadband internet access and fixing the problems at FEMA. I know some days it can seem like nothing is getting done in Washington, but I’ve been hard at work trying to find what little common ground there is left to get stuff done. Earlier last month, the House overwhelmingly passed my bill to cut through red tape and let communities use existing Economic Development Act (EDA) funding to partner with private companies to complete last mile internet infrastructure projects. The Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility (E-BRIDGE) Act is just common sense. Instead of creating a whole new government program, it just unlocks existing EDA funding to be used for something that is incredibly critical for economic development in our communities, internet expansion. That’s not the only place I’ve been able to find some common ground. I’ve made progress in fixing some of the many problems at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as

well. We all know how big of a nightmare dealing with FEMA was for many folks in the wake of the Flood of 2019. In talking to many of my colleagues in Washington, we quickly learned these weren’t just problems for flood victims in Missouri and the Midwest, but also for hurricane victims on the coasts and wildfire victims in the West. This summer, the House unanimously passed my bill, the Preventing Disaster Revictimization Act, to stop FEMA from sending debt collectors after disaster victims when the agency makes a mistake. Instead of punishing disaster victims, it holds FEMA accountable when FEMA makes a mistake. This is a big step forward, but it’s not the only progress we’ve been making on this front. As Republican Leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I worked with Democrat Chairman Peter DeFazio to write two more FEMA reform bills and move those bills through our committee: the Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster (SPEED) Recovery Act and the Resilient Assistance for Mitigation for Environmentally Resilient Infrastructure and Construction by Americans (AMERICA) Act. These bills would help cut down on the paperwork small communities have to go through to rebuild after disasters and help communities better protect themselves from future disasters. These are all commonsense solutions to real problems that we’re facing today. They might not make the headline news, but they’re bound to have a real impact on our lives. I know it may seem like Republicans and Democrats are miles away on just about everything these days, but that doesn’t mean we can’t and shouldn’t work together to find common ground where we can.

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Christmas Luncheon Enjoyed By Shakespearean Circle The Shakespearean Circle held their annual Christmas luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 1 at noon in the Activity Center of the First Christian Church in Trenton. Krista Rickerson and Amy White hosted the dragon-themed feast. The dining room was decorated with dragons large and small, and from terrifying to whimsical along with quotes about dragons from Shakespeare and other famous authors such as J.K. Rowling. Members were treated to dragon claw appetizers (jalapeno poppers), dragon scales (tortillas) with sides of dragon blood (salsa), dragon bites (guacamole), dragon smoke (sour cream dip) and dragon gold (corn dip). The main courses

were dragon wing (white chicken chili) and dragon fire (vegetarian red calico chili). Desserts included dragon horn (cream cannoli) and dragon bone (snicker doodle cookies) and members enjoyed dragon glow (punch) and dragon heat (wassail). Following lunch, members enjoyed trivia questions about characters in Shakespeare’s plays. Questions for the next play to be studied, “The Two Noble Kinsmen,” were distributed. The next meeting of the Shakespearean Circle will be held Feb. 9 at 1:30 p.m. at the First Christian Church Activity Center. Mary Jane Smith will introduce the play and lead the study of Act I.

P.E.O. Chapter AD Meets For Christmas Meal P.E.O. Chapter AD held their annual Christmas carry-in salad luncheon on Dec. 2 at 12:30 p.m. in the Youth Hall of Hodge Presbyteri-an Church. Members shared a variety of salads such as chicken, apple, cranberry, raspberry, and macaroni as well as desserts that included chocolate, sweet potato and zucchini breads, assorted cookies and carrot cake. Before the meal, Terry Cobb offered as the blessing “A Christmas Prayer” by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Following lunch, Pat McWilliams, serving as chaplain pro-tem, opened the short business meeting with Advent scripture readings and prayer. Plans were finalized to award two NCMC education majors with scholarship money this month. At the conclusion of the meeting, members enjoyed a white elephant gift exchange. The next meeting of Chapter AD will be held on Jan. 6 at 1 p.m. at Hodge Presbyterian Church with Deanna McCarter serving as hostess.

Go & Learn Holds Christmas Luncheon On Dec. 3 The Go and Learn FCE Club met Dec. 3 at China One Buffet for a Christmas lunch and business meeting. Lana Snider, president, had a Christmas devotional. Roll call was answered by each member before they repeated the pledge to the flag and the

club collect. Members sang two Christmas songs and discussed plans for the coming year. Christmas wreaths were made out of grape vines and decorated. The next meeting will be held Jan. 7, 2022 at Dino’s Diner.

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Trenton Area Calendar of Events WEDNESDAY Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, noon. For more information, call 359-2704 or 3572367. North 65 Center: Token Bingo and Cards, 12:30 p.m.

North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Early Bird Bingo, 6:00 p.m.; Regular Bingo, 6:45 p.m. Drive-through Commodity Distribution, Senior Boxes, Christmas Boxes and Deer Meat available, Community Food Pantry, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

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Funeral services for Thelma U. Ellis were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021 at Slater-Neal Funeral Home of Trenton. Pastor Doug Crawford officiated. Mrs. Ellis, an 80-yearold Trenton resident, passed away at 1:58 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021 at

Wright Memorial Hospital in Trenton. Special music included “Serenaded by Angels.” Pallbearers were Dustin Haskins, Mike Hall, John Weske, Cotton Ronald Seward and Jerry Seward. Interment was in Resthaven Memorial Gardens of Trenton.

Rodney Dewayne Ragan Funeral services for Rodney Dewayne Ragan were held at 11 a.m., Friday, Dec. 3, 2021 at SlaterNeal Funeral Home of Trenton. Bro. Ron Ward officiated. Mr. Ragan, a 53-yearold Jamesport resident, passed away at 12:28 p.m.,

Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021 at his residence due to natural causes. Special music included “Because He Lives” and “Amazing Grace.” Inurnment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery at Trenton at a later date.

Orval Wayne Rorebeck Funeral services for Orval Wayne Rorebeck were held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021 at Resthaven Mortuary of Trenton. Pastor Steve Dennis officiated. Mr. Rorebeck, a 92year-old Trenton resident, died at 2:15 p.m., Monday, Nov. 29, 2021 at Saint Luke’s on the Plaza in Kansas City. Special recorded music included “Fare Well Party”, “Go Rest High on

That Mountain,”, “The Old Rugged Cross” and “I’ll Fly Away.” Pallbearers were Carlin Rorebeck, Ronnie Callahan, Greg Olson, Gavin Cagle, Robin Wagner and Dennis Turley. Interment was in the Willis Chapel Cemetery at Brimson. Military graveside rites were conducted by Joseph L. Norton VFW Post No. 919.

Scottie Wayne Rorebeck Funeral services for Scottie Wayne Rorebeck were held at 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021 at Resthaven Mortuary of Trenton. Lori Kiehl officiated. Mr. Rorebeck, a 69year-old Trenton resident, died at 1:21 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021 at St. Luke’s on the Plaza in Kansas City. Special recorded music

included “The Lord’s Prayer” and “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart.” Sheila Hogue was the soloist. Pallbearers were Sam Glenn, Bill Raney, Brian Raney, Mike Stuart, Steve Spencer and Charley Merrill. Burial was in Resthaven Memorial Gardens north of Trenton.

James “Jim” Leonard Still Memorial services for James “Jim” Leonard Still were held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021 at Slater-Neal Funeral Home at Trenton. Rev. Tim Smith officiated. Mr. Still, a 78-year-old Trenton resident, died at 9:21 p.m., Sunday, Nov.

28, 2021 at Saint Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit. Robert Wimer was the soloist, accompanied by Sonja Wimer, for special music that included “Amazing Grace” and “How Great Thou Art.”

TRENTON POLICE DEPARTMENT Nov. 22: an arrest was made at an east residence for a violation of a protection order. Nov. 23: officers responded to a domestic assault at a north residence. Nov. 24: no activity. Nov. 25: no activity. Nov. 26: an animal bite that resulted in a rabies quarantine was reported at a south business and officers responded to an unattended death at a north

residence. Nov. 27: officers made an arrest for assault, peace disturbance and resisting arrest at a west residence. A motor vehicle accident was investigated in the north part of town and officers responded to a domestic assault at an east residence. Nov. 28: officers investigated an assault at a north business and a report of property damage at a north residence.

Billie Dean Banks, a 74year-old St. Joseph resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7 at Simplify Cremations and Funerals in St. Joseph. Interment will be held in Ashland Cemetery. A family visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 6 at Simplify Cremations and Funerals. Billie was born June 19, 1947 in Stella, NE, the son of William and Louise Hill Banks. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Billie married Carla June Schweder on June 9, 2009. She survives of the home. Billie was an over-theroad truck driver for many years, working for several companies and also owning his own rig for 10 years. After retiring, he delivered newspapers for the St. Joseph News-Press. Sharp as a razor, Billie knew almost everything about cars and was always working on one. Family and his fur babies were Billie’s priorities. He always put everyone before himself and loved to talk – he never knew a stranger –

Charles Richard Walker passed away into heaven on Dec .1, 2021 at Cameron Regional Medical Center at the age of 74. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 6 at Roberson Funeral Home at Pattonsburg. Burial with military rites followed at Civil Bend Christian Cemetery at Pattonsburg. Richard was born on Nov. 15, 1947 in Trenton to Charles Raymond and Margaret Jean Treadway Walker. He grew up in Holden and chose to join the Army and served as a Gunnery Sergeant in the 101st Airborne Division, serving two tours in Vietnam, earning three Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart and several other commendations. Later, Richard went on to serve as a supervisor for General Motors Company in Kansas City, where he retired after 32 years of service. Richard was married to Bonnie Cornett on March 11, 1995. She survives of the home. After retirement and building their dream home in Pattonsburg, Richard and Bonnie spent their time in the country enjoying nature, entertaining visitors at the family farm and taking many trips and adventures together.

The Trenton Rotary Club held its Christmas party on Thursday, Dec. 2 at The Space in downtown Trenton. A meal, catered by Smoked Iguana BBQ, was served to members and their guests. Special guests included former Rotary Exchange student Stefan Falge as well as Sophia Currie, a freshman at Trenton High School who is applying to participate in the Rotary Exchange program, and her mother, Amy Currie, who is a former Rotary Exchange student. Falge has been in the United States to visit his exchange “parents” Phil and Connie Hoffman and former Trenton residents Chad and Kristi Davis, who now reside in Rolla. He told about his life since attending school and living in Trenton during the 20112012 school year. He currently resides in Germany, where he is a senior in college, majoring in regional and urban planning. He also works part-time for IKEA and has accepted a

position in the company’s management trainee program. He said he enjoyed his time in Trenton, calling it “his second home.” While in Trenton, he has been visiting with several of his former classmates and friends. He also offered advice to Miss Currie, encouraging her to “just be herself” and be open to new experiences during her time as an exchange student, adding that she “will have a lot of fun.” Following the program, President Brian Upton conducted a Christmas movie trivia contest, with prizes awarded. He also announced there would be no Rotary meeting on Dec 23 due to the Christmas holiday. Members were asked to sign up to “ring the bell” for the Salvation Army on either Friday, Dec. 10 or Friday, Dec. 17. The sign up sheet will be available at the Dec. 9 meeting, which will be held at noon at the BTC Bank community room. David Bain and Tara Walker will be in charge of the program.

Disorderly Conduct Alleged A Trenton man who had been warned multiple times about causing a disturbance was arrested at a Ninth Street business on Dec. 1 and charged with disorderly conduct. According to the Trenton Police Department, 68year-old Roger D. Hudson of Trenton was arrested at the business after refusing to leave due to his intoxi-

cated condition and then passing out. Hudson had been warned on three separate occasions that day that he was causing a disturbance at various locations in Trenton due to his intoxication. Hudson is being held in the Grundy County Detention Center on $250 cashonly bond and is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday.

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In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, including a son, Larry Walker (Tomie Jo) of Lock Springs, son, Ryan Eli Walker of Kingman, AZ, daughter, Tommye Quilty (Mike) of Mound City, daughter, Joey Thompson (Brian) of Union Star and son, Sam Everly (Chelsea) of St. Joseph; a brother, Bobby (Bob) Walker (Pam) of Jamesport; and grandchildren, Lexie and Charlie Walker, Paige and Taylor Quilty, Colton and Remie Thompson and Carson and Cameron Everly. He is also survived by two aunts, Louise Smith and Darlene Gaston; two nephews, Cliff and Stephen Walker; along with several other relatives and friends. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Margaret Jean (Treadway) Walker; a son, Wesley Walker; an uncle, John Treadway; an aunt, Mary Williams; in-laws, Dale (Jack) and Julia Cornett; and brothers-in-law, Ronnie Cornett, Danny Cornett and Roger Peters. Memorials are suggested to the Cameron Veteran’s Home Employee Fund and/or Civil Bend Christian Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 152, Pattonsburg, MO 64670.

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Senator Dan Hegeman, pictured at right with North Central Missouri College President Dr. Lenny Klaver, was recently recognized by the Missouri Community College Association for his service to NCMC and community colleges across the state. Senator Hegeman received the 2021 Distinguished Legislator award at the statewide MCCA convention held in Branson. This award is given annually to legislators that persistently support Missouri community colleges and community college students. Senator Dan Hegeman represents the 12th Senatorial District, which is comprised of 15 counties throughout northwest Missouri: Andrew, Atchison, Clay, Clinton, Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Holt, Mercer, Nodaway, Putnam, Sullivan, and Worth. Rep. Rusty Black also received the award. “Senator Hegeman and Representative Black continuously support Missouri community colleges and our students,” said Dr. Lenny Klaver, President. “They advocate for community colleges and our endeavors to help us better serve Missouri students. Senator Hegeman and Representative Black are much deserved of this award.”

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and was also known for his colorful, ornery sense of humor. Survivors include his wife, Carla; his children, Bill Owens (Marvina), Vanessa Mansfield (Rebecca Shutterly-Mansfield), Roland Banks (Brandi Gann) and Virginia Packham (Dorothy Dike); 12 grandchildren; numerous greatgrandchildren and greatgreat-grandchildren; a brother, Leroy Banks (Sherri); a sister, Janet Banks-Sullins; and his beloved dog, Chipmunk. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Kenny Banks, Teresa Banks, Larry Banks and Shirley Cloves; a granddaughter, Brooke Dube; and his beloved dog, Precious. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Disabled American Veterans.

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The Trenton Fire Department participated in the Christmas parade in downtown Trenton on Friday night. At left, a gingerbread house contest was part of Gallatin’s downtown Christmas event on Saturday, with this creation being named Best All Around. It was created by Kristin Williams, Bethany Cole and Ashley Summers. Other winners in the contest were Paxton Almond, most festive; and Milli Gay and Marcy Gay, most creative. The Gallatin celebration also included Santa’s workshop, vendors, a baby show and of course, visits with Santa.

NCMC Class Donates AED The North Central Missouri College student nursing class of 2021 used class funds to donate an automated external defibrillator (AED) for use in Cross Hall on NCMC’s Main Campus. “We felt that an AED was important to us because we felt there should be one in every building in the case of a medical emergency,” said Ashley Richey, NCMC nursing student. “It gives those involved a simple way of performing possible lifesaving measures for someone who is in cardiac arrest in case EMS can't get there fast enough.” AED’s are portable, lifesaving devices designed to

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Cross Hall that will potentially be life-saving. We hope it will not have to be used but are grateful it will be available in case of an emergency.”

Despite Analysis, Parson Adamant Mask Mandates Don't Work COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — A health department analysis shows Missouri cities that require masks to combat the coronavirus pandemic this year saw fewer infections, but Republican Gov. Mike Parson insisted Thursday that mandates don't work. The analysis was first reported Wednesday by The Missouri Independent and the Documenting COVID-19 project at The Brown Institute for Media Innovation following an open-records request. Parson's office asked the health department for information on the impact of mask mandates on infections, according to emails obtained in the request. In response, the agency last month compared infection rates in urban centers, where mask mandates were in place, with rural areas between April and November. The data shows that cities with mask mandates saw fewer infections and deaths across the board. “There are ‘lots’ of variables that must be considered before we can definitively assess the impact of wearing a mask (or not wearing a mask) in Missouri before and during the primary Delta period,” Department of Health and Senior Services Director

Donald Kauerauf said in a November email. “However, I think we can say with great confidence reviewing the public health literature and then looking at the results in your study that communities where masks were required had a lower positivity rate per 100,000 and experienced lower death rates.” Parson on Thursday responded to The Missouri Independent's report with a scathing 12-part Twitter thread attacking the reporter. Parson described the article as “purposefully misleading” and said it left out important context. Parson spokeswoman Kelli Jones said in an email Friday that “no time or research was put into the data to draw any valid conclusions.” Parson tweeted that the data does “not account for any outside variables, such as health care access, testing rates, and especially vaccination rates for each location.” “There is no definite evidence that proves mandates solely saved lives and prevented COVID-19 infections in Missouri’s biggest cities,” Parson said. He added that mask mandates “do not work and can have collateral health consequences.”

It's unclear what prompted the Governor's Office to request the analysis and whether there was any discussion of releasing the information publicly. Jones didn't address those questions when asked by The Associated Press on Friday. The analysis and Parson's aggressive public criticism of the Independent's reporting comes amid longstanding political division over the COVID-19 health crisis, both nationally and in Missouri. Parson has refused to impose mask mandates throughout the pandemic. On Thursday, he tweeted that he does not “support government issued mask mandates that infringe on our personal liberties.” “I have consistently said that I am not anti-mask; I am anti-mask mandate,” he tweeted. Attorney General Eric Schmitt, who is running in a crowded Republican primary for U.S. Senate, has sued St. Louis County, St. Louis City, Kansas City and several school districts this year to block their mask mandates. Several Republican state lawmakers have also filed bills to shield Missourians from vaccination requirements ahead of the January legislative session.

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Dear Annie: How do I convey to my adult married children that I do not like being around my ex for the holidays? My son lives several states away, and he invited my daughter and her family, my ex, and my wife and me for Thanksgiving together. This will be the first time in close to seven years that I will see both of my children together for a holiday. My daughter has had Christmas at her home every year since my granddaughter was born. We are invited, but my ex is always there. I think holidays should be happy occasions, at a minimum, so maybe we could rotate years. But that does not happen. I am dreading Thanksgiving and being around her. She puts in digs at me or, in my opinion, wants to start a fight when everyone else is out of earshot. I consider her a lying, cheating, adulterous witch. I want to spend time with my kids, just not with her around. My daughter-in-law and son-in-law have had disagreements with her in the past. My letter is long

enough; I could go on and on. -- Avoiding Ex Dear Avoiding Ex: The best way to convey to your adult children that you would not like to be around your ex for the holidays is to tell them that. But understand that might mean less time with your kids. You really have two choices: Ignore the chatter and negativity that is your ex-wife for the sake of spending more (quantity) time, or spend less time -but quality time -- with your kids without your ex making rude remarks. Regardless of what you decide, she is going to be in your life. It's best to try to let go and forgive some of the anger you have toward her for her adultery. Not for her sake, but for yours. Dear Annie: I broke up with the mother of my children two years ago. We have had a very rocky past. I treated her badly for the first couple of years, and we separated for two years after our first child was born. We got back together 18 months later. We were together for

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It’s been a turbulent time for airline stocks, punctuated by big sell-offs whenever there is bad news about the omicron variant of COVID-19. Shares of the three largest U.S. airlines are down about one-fifth since early November. The stocks rallied on Thursday, helped by the Biden administration’s decision to make only mild tweaks to its travel restrictions instead of major new measures such as quarantines for people arriving in the U.S. Omicron hasn’t seemed to affect bookings yet, according to data from researcher Adobe. The CEO of United Airlines says it will likely hurt short-term bookings but have less

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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 InsurTdtf ance Business --------------------------------------

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Christmas Gift headquarters. Pocket knives, hand tools & power tools. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 359-3660. T231d17 -------------------------------------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* -------------------------------------2 cemetery lots in Resthaven Cemetery in Garden of Devotion (prime location). $1200 for both. Call 316-6404761. C640dJan28* --------------------------------------

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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 --------------------------------------

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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 --------------------------------------

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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 -------------------------------------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 -------------------------------------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 -------------------------------------Trenton Elks Lodge is looking to hire a full-time bartender. Pay is $10.00 an hour plus tips. Come by the lodge at 1012 Tinsman any day after 3:30 p.m. for application. E230d17 -------------------------------------Drivers needed. Must have CDL, A, B & med card. Hiring ASAP. 660-654-4287. R234d7 --------------------------------------

North Central Missouri College is seeking a Personal Computer Specialist II. Interested applicants should visit http://www.ncmissouri. edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. N232d17 -------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking a Student Services Coordinator. 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. N233d17 --------------------------------------

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 -------------------------------------NOTICE City of Laredo candidate filing period for the April 5, 2022 municipal election is December 7, 2021 through December 28, 2021. Two Alderman at Large and the Mayor positions are all available for 2-year terms. Filing will be done at Laredo City Hall, Monday thru Thursday, 11 am to 3 pm. dDec3,7 -------------------------------------NOTICE City of Galt candidate filing period for the April 5, 2022 municipal election is December 7, 2021 through December 28, 2021. Two Alderman at Large positions are available for 2-year terms. Filing will be done at Galt City Hall, Tuesdays from 8 am to 10:30 am and Fridays from 8 am to 12 pm. dDec3,7 --------------------------------------

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CLASSIFIEDS 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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Eight Trenton Middle School students have been selected as the December 2021 Students of the Month, honored for demonstrating the character trait of “kindness.” They include, from left, front row, fifth grader Khloe Garcia, daughter of Misty Garcia; seventh grader Mia Whitham, daughter of Melissa and Cory Wray and the late Seth Whitham; and eighth grader Claudia Olivo, daughter of Maricela Olivo and Rogelio Olivo; back row, fifth grader Jax Simpson, son of Shona and Jonathan Simpson; sixth grader Tony Esquivel, son of Wendy and Robert Curd; seventh grader Zane Lee, son of Kassie Lee and Zackery Lee; and eighth grader Cole Whitham, son of Melissa and Cory Wray and the late Seth Whitham. Not pictured is sixth grader Bailey Waterman, daughter of Nikki Taylor and Michael Waterman.

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Man Charged In Incident

A Trenton man who is accused of threatening to rape and murder a subject is in custody. According to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, Isaac J. Wattenbarger, 24, is being held in the Grundy County Detention Center on $35,000 cash-only bond. He is charged with first degree harassment, a class E felony; first degree stalking, also a class E felony; and second degree assault, a class D felony. He is accused of threatening to rape and murder a subject and allegedly repeatedly went to her place of business where he stared at her and acted erratically, causing alarm. He threatened to shoot her and her husband “with something in his pocket.” When he threatened to rape and murder the victim he was found to have a large piece of glass, considered a deadly weapon, in his pocket. Wattenbarger is expected to appear in court Dec. 14.

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The Sunnyview Foundation was recently presented a check for $200,000 from the M.L. and J.D. Sharp Trust. Sunnyview Foundation Board member Virginia Brassfield-Briegel, center, accepted the donation from Jennifer Lovell, representing the trust. Also in attendance were Sunnyview Nursing Home board members, from left, Sue Ball, Brigette Bunnell and Anna Ferguson as well as Administrator Jerry Doerhoff.

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