Monroe County Appeal, March 19, 2015 • Week 12

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(USPS 359-260) Vol. 148, Number 12 Paris, MO 65275 • 20 Pages • 2 Sections • 75 cents

R-II WINTER SPORTS BANQUET MARCH 24

The Paris R-II Winter Sports Banquet will be held on Tuesday, March 24, Winter Sports Banquet, at 6:30 p.m. Each family is asked to bring 1 – 2 dishes.

ST. FRANCES CABRINI BENEFIT DINNER

A dinner to benefit Relay For Life will be held at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church on Sunday, March 22, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The menu consists of roast beef, homemade noodles, mashed potatoes, carrots, green beans, Cole Slaw, homemade bread, desserts, drinks all for a free will donation. Carry outs and deliveries call 660-327-4448.

ANTIQUE SHOW AND SALE MARCH 28

Mark Twain Lake Antique Show and Sale will be held on Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. There will be lunch served. Admission is $5. This annual show is sponsored by Xi Beta Xi sorority.

MISS PARIS PAGEANT FRIDAY, MARCH 20

The Alpha Phi chapter of Beta Sigma Phi is pleased to announce the 2015 Miss Paris Pageant.

This year’s pageant will be held Friday, March 20, at 7 p.m. at the Paris High School.

MADISON 4-H SPAGHETTI DINNER

Madison 4-H members will hold a spaghetti lunch fundraiser on Sunday, April 12, from 11 a.m.

- 2 p.m., at the Madison Lions Den. Menu: Spaghetti, Rolls, Salad, Drink, Dessert. All monies raised will be to help members attend camp. For additional information contact Bonnie Hendren 660-6516999

HISTORICAL SOCIETY TO MEET MARCH 23

Monroe County Historical Society will meet Monday, March 23, at the Paris Senior Citizens Center at 10:30 a.m. Program will be Sandy Shinn speaking on Stoutsville.

SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATE FORUM

Paris R-II School Board Candidate Forum set for Thursday, March 26, at the Paris Library, at 7 p.m. Come join us to meet the new candidates running for the Paris R-II School Board. Sponsored by “9-12 We the People of Monroe County.” Direct questions to 573825-1771.

PARIS FBLA PANCAKE BREAKFAST APRIL 11

The Paris FBLA will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 11, at the High School Cafeteria from 7-10 am.

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Vietnam veteran Donald Wheeler, presented medals earned decades ago

Donald Wheeler, a Paris veteran of the Vietnam War, received medals he earned during his time in the service Friday, March 13, at the Monroe City VFW Post.

Rep. Sam Graves arrived to present the honor, saying that ensuring veterans receive their medals was a favorite part of his job. \Wheeler served in the U.S. Army from April 1967 through November 1969. The sudden death of his grandfather led to his discharge from the army and prevented him from receiving the medals he had earned.

Wheeler received a National Defense Service Medal, a Vietnam Service Medal with one bronze service star with one silver service star, a Republic of Vietnam Campaign Ribbon with Device (1960) and a Marksman Badge with Rifle Bar. Serving in Vietnam, “was an experience I wouldn’t take a million dollars for, but I wouldn’t give one dollar to do it again,” Wheeler said.

The event was attended by Wheeler and his wife, Patricia; members of the VFW Post 4240, Bill Crenshaw, Wayne Doolin and Anthony Yates; members of Graves’ staff and representatives of various media organizations.

Wheeler described receiving his medals as emotional and said he planned to

Donald Wheeler, a Paris veteran of the Vietnam War, left, received medals he earned during his time in the service Friday, March 13, at the Monroe City VFW Post, from Rep. Sam Graves.

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place them in a shadowbox his daughPhotos and text courtesy of Lake ter made for him.

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Alpha Phi sponsored Miss Paris Pageant Friday, March 20, at 7 p.m.

Brooke Rentschler and Meagan Brown have but a day before their reign as Miss Paris and Junior Miss Paris, respectively, will end.

The 2015 Miss Paris and Junior Miss Paris Pageant, sponsored annually by the Alpha Phi Sorority, will be held on Friday night, March 20, at the Paris R-II Gymnasium, beginning at 7 p.m.

The 2015 Pageant Judges include Donna Fainter, Erma Jean Armstrong and Karisha Mowdy.

The 2015 Miss Paris Contestants include: Kaylee Brown, age 16, daughter of Doug and Melissa Graupman Autumn Taylor, age 18, daughter of Johnny and Terry Taylor Micayla Hagenhoff, age 19, daughter of Chanda Blades and Brian Hagenhoff

Taylor Gruber, age 16, daughter of DeeDee Minks and Billy Gruber Riley Barton, age 15, daughter of Eddie & Julie Barton The 2015 Jr. Miss Paris Contestants include: Angelica Braithwaite, age 13, daughter of Kimberly Ketchum Katelyn McGinness, age 12, daughter of Amy and Charles McGinness Delaney Wheelan, age 13, daughter of Kelly and Jeff Williams and the late Doug Wheelan Justice Johannaber, age 13, daughter of Mary and Jim Johannaber Tori Hamilton, age 12, daughter of Jeff and Candy Hamilton Aly Francis, age 14, daughter of Tony and Barb Francis Elizabeth Cupp, age 12, daughter of

Jeff and Victoria Cupp Shannon Pugh, age 13, daughter of Guy and Tonya Pugh Josie Rentschler, age 12, daughter of Ali and Lee Rentschler Lilly Mann, age 13, daughter of Lowell and Debbie Mann Emily Havens, age 12, daughter of Charles and Susan Havens Brie Ensor, age 13, daughter of Robert and Tami Ensor Sydney Price, age 12, daughter of La Jeana and Steve Peterson Shadoa Dreneisha Foy, age 12, daughter of Carolyn Lewis and David Foy Bryanna Conboy, age 12, daughter of Paul Conboy and Melissa Conboy 2015 Pageant Judges include Donna Fainter, Erma Jean Armstrong and Kari-

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“Bettyville”, by local author George Hodgeman is now available here in Paris George Hodgman grew up in Paris, here in rural Missouri — a place that he loved, but a place where he noted that he could not be completely himself.

Hodgman found a more acceptable environment in New York, where he was an editor for the magazine Vanity Fair and the book publisher Simon & Schuster. But when Betty needed him to take care of her, he once again made his home in the town of Paris, Mo. About Bettyville: Author Hodgman will be featured at the Little Dixie Libraries sometime in April to showcase his book. Look for a comprehensive article on these pages during this visit.

According to the Facebook page, hosted by BookCourt, when George Hodgman leaves Manhattan for his hometown of Paris, he finds himself—an unlikely caretaker and near-lethal cook—in a head-on collision with his aging mother, Betty, a woman of wit and will. Will George lure her into assisted living?

When hell freezes over. He can’t bring himself to force her from the home both treasure— the place where his father’s voice lingers, the scene of shared jokes, skirmishes, and, be-

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Rachael Grime, Little Dixie Regional Libraries, Young Adult & Adult Services, left and Paris Librarian Sue Mattingly hold “Bettyville, by local Author George Hodgman, now available at the Paris Library.

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As Time Goes By

From the desk of the Editor

BY DAVID EALES EDITOR

All yesteryears are reprinted in the exact text of the original issue

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Time… When we changed the clocks recently for Daylight Savings Time and the people complaining on Facebook about how it made them feel, it got me thinking about time and its passage thereof.

When I was young, my grandmother told me that when I was old time would pass quicker than it did when I was young.

Well I thought about that for a while and knew that time would never pass quicker than it did when I was young. Boy, was I ever wrong.

We work on a schedule of “weeks” for the newspaper. January 1 is Week 1 and now the March 19 regional paper is Week 12. I was so sure that I just did the New Year page a few weeks ago not 11 weeks.

The passage of time is not just recorded in “weeks”. It is also recorded in events. Events such Miss Paris and Madison; to the summer fair and Old Threshers. Time is always moving forward.

I do not know how many times recently I have asked Melanie, “didn’t we just do that last week or the week before?” And it has actually been 6-8 weeks.

There are definitely times we want time to move slower, when we are enjoying ourselves, enjoying some alone time, and time with friends and family.

Also there is times we

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want time to fly – waiting for someone to return home, waiting for a concert to finally arrive (Melissa and Sara), waiting to see that new grand-baby and I know many, many more.

But as much as I want to be able to control time – it is impossible. The amount of time it will take is guess what? The amount of time it will take.

Today is Week 12 and we are looking forward to Miss Paris next week and then Miss Madison and then before you know it graduation will be upon us, the Fair and Old Threshers will be done and yes, its Back to School.

Time is such a relative term as each of us looks at it in such a different light. One of the most important things about time is to enjoy the time you have. No one knows when our hourglass of time runs out. Try to use the time you have to the best of your ability to the betterment of yourself, your family and your community.

Have a great week!

90 Years March 27, 1925 Miss Allen Starrett, seventh grade pupil of the Stoutsville school, who will represent Monroe County in the district grade spelling contest at Kirksville, April 11. Miss Starrett is the granddaughter of M.S. Starrett of Stoutsville.

Cy Evans reports the sale of the Capp Ransdell farm of 100 acres, cast of Granville to Charles W. Smith of south of Paris for $11,000.

James Hohimer was re-nominated for city collector at Paris at the Democratic City Primary, Friday, by a majority of 114 votes over the combined vote for the other two candidates, Clarence Smock and Mrs. Ada Pool.

Leo Lockwood was given the contract for delivering ice in Paris for the city plant this year, his bid being the best. As in the past, ice will be delivered for 60 cents per hundred pounds.

R.L. Yowell has moved to the Roy Peak farm, and Tom Yowell to the Lee

Turner place.

Born to Ollie Able and wife, March 18, a daughter.

Lloyd Pelsue and C.M. Bodine sold a Studebaker Six to Dr. Jo H. Wilson.

R.L. Yowell has moved to the Roy Peak farm, and Tom Yowell to the Lee Turner place.

75 Years March 21, 1940 Miss Gloria Hunter, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. H.B. Hunter of Paris, was selected as St. Pat’s Queen at the University of Missouri. Miss Hunter was entered in the race for that

coveted honor by Bobbie Caldwell, son of County Highway Engineer and Marcus Caldwell of Monroe County. Bobbie is a student in the College of Engineering, which sponsors the St. Pat’s ball every year and selects as queen a young man who is outstanding for beauty and grace.

Dr. George M. Ragsdale reports the birth of an 11 pound son to Mr. and Mrs. Paul James, northwest of Paris.

Dr. F.A. Barnett, delivered a son to Mr. and Mrs. Continued to page 9

MY TURN

And What Did You Name The Baby?

I came across an article that made an interesting proposal. Joy Pullman suggested that we “Drop the weird baby names” on The Federalist.com. She could have been in instant trouble with some new and soon to be parents because we all think that since our children are special and unique, which they always are, that they should each have a unique and different name.

Ms. Pullman admitted to naming her first born Ransom and I am guilty as well by allowing my youngest son to become Ryan Jon, as if I couldn’t spell John, which is my own middle name. It appears that the trend is to use very different baby names and 30 per cent of American parents pick names that are outside of the top 1,000 of popular names.

Many times you find yourself correcting those that don’t get the name you have chosen the first few times they hear it and they have no clue how to spell it. A large class or group of these names are hard to remember and there are a few practical reasons to use a more common name. Apparently there are studies that have found that job applicants are less likely to be called back or for an interview if they have an unusual name than a similarly qualified applicant with a more familiar name. Likewise teachers have been shown to regard students with common or familiar names more

favorably. So that it may very well be better in the long run to give that special and unique child a not so special and unique name. This may be a consideration when thinking of an appropriate name for the baby.

With this is mind I have added below some suggested rules for the very personal tasks of picking new baby names.

1. Try not to pick a name of more than three syllables.

2. It might be well to temper that unique first name with a more familiar and shorter second or middle name or even a familiar family name.

3. Print out the name and try to consider what the child’s friends and family may shorten that name to for a so-called “nickname”. This may cancel names like Buttram, Assinda and Turtle.

4. Then ask the child about the name you have chosen by dad speaking the name loudly next to mom’s extended belly three times. If there is no responsive eruption from the belly lump, you can assume the name is o.k.

On a positive note, I have seen many people change their names over the years.

They almost always keep their first names, whatever they are, because they are used to them and have become a part of their lives. Or maybe they remember that it is the one their parents picked just for them.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Paris R-II Teams place fourth in Science Olympiad

Paris R-II sends 34 students to math contest.

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Delaney Miller, Charles Creech, Brock Miller, Chris Ebbesmeyer, and Sommer Price advance to state in Math Competition On Saturday, March 7, thirty-four students from Paris Elementary and Paris Junior High School travelled to Louisiana, to compete in the MCTM Regional Math Contest. Students spent their morning taking three individual math tests and one team test. The students competed individually in Number Sense (a 10 minute mental math test allowing no scrap paper or calculators), Target test (timed free response test allowing calculators), and Sprint Test ( multiple choice test with only scrap paper allowed). Finally, students were grouped into teams of 2-4 competitors who worked together for 20 minutes to solve 10 difficult problems.

Delaney Miller placed 5th overall (all individual tests combined) for 8th grade. Delaney also received 1st in the Target Test.

8th grader Jesse Hoffman placed 3rd in the Target Test. Marlena Long placed 5th in the Sprint Test.

Charles Creech placed 4th overall in the 7th grade competition.

Charles also received 5th place in the Sprint contest and 3rd in the Target Test.

In the 6th grade, Brock Miller placed 1st overall and Chris Ebbesmeyer placed 3rd overall. Brock Miller placed 1st in the Sprint contest and 3rd in the Target Test. Chris Ebbesmeyer placed 3rd in the Sprint Test.

Tyler Wilkerson received 4th place in the Sprint Test for 5th grade.

Sommer Price earned 5th place overall in the 4th grade division. Sommer also placed 1st in the Sprint Test.

Leo Bounds won 5th place in the Sprint Test. Hayden Creech plalced 4th in the Target Test. 4th Grader Collin Young won 2nd

place in the Number Sense. A Paris Junior High team consisting of team members Delaney Miller, Marlena Long, Jessie Hoffman, Mollie Cupp placed 3rd in the Jr. High team competition and an Elementary team consisting of team members Nicole Skinner, Brock Miller, Chris Ebbesmeyer and Laken Edwards placed 4th in the Elementary team competition.

Delaney Miller, Charles Creech, Brock Miller, Chris Ebbesmeyer, and Sommer Price are qualified to participate in the state competition on April 25 at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Missouri.

Students participating: 4th grade: Mason Edwards, Leo Bounds, Maddie Wheeler, Colton Poddany, Collin Young,

Sommer Price, Hayden Creech, and Ben Forrest (unable to attend due to illness).

5th grade: Carlee Long, Andi Holmes, Bryan Rustemeyer, Tyler Wilkerson, and Briley Hancock .

6th grade: Alexis Hartgrove, Nicole Skinner, Jaycob Mikel, Brock Miller, Chris Ebbesmeyer, Laken Edwards, and Charlie Vitt (unable to attend due to illness).

7th grade: Danielle Anderson, Charles Creech, Clayton Langerud, Kaison Berrey, Tristan Dunlap, Seth Conover, Erin Heinecke, and Tori Hamilton.

8th grade: Delaney Miller, Mollie Cupp, Marlena Long, Anna White, Devin Brandl, Aly Francis, Lizzy Vitt, and Jessie Hoffman.

40th District Representative Capitol Report

by Rep. Jim Hansen

Missouri Budget Approved by House It has been another busy week at the Missouri Capitol with most of the representatives’ time taken up debating the budget and its thirteen appropriation bills.

The House approved its version of the state operating budget for Fiscal Year 2016.

The budget came in at slightly more than $26.1 billion. The plan will begin in July of this year. It will provide funding for several vital state programs including K-12 education, higher education, and services for some of the state’s most vulnerable citizens. The House’s budget was also able to include funding beyond what the governor recommended in his budget proposals.

I’m sure we will see some change as the Senate goes through a process similar to that of the House. After the Senate votes, these bills will go to conference committees to negotiate the final budget. It will then be sent to the governor for approval.

Listed below are some highlights of thirteen appropriated bills that were passed and sent to the Senate. · $74.2 million increase for Foundation Formula that provides funding for our K-12 public schools; · $5 million increase for Early Childhood Special Education · Nearly $2.5 million in new funding for the Parents as Teachers program; · $12 million increase for performance funding for

Two teams from Paris traveled to the Science Olympiad recently. After all was said and done the Paris teams brought home fourth place honors. Left to right: Back row - Devin Brandl, Aiden Forrest, Logan Bross, Anna White, Clayton Langerud, Mollie Cupp, Delaney Miller, Baily Woodrow. Row 3 - Katie Reams, Bobbie Wisdom, Bryanna Conboy, Aly Francis, Lizzy Vitt, Marlena Long, Jessie Hoffman. Row 2 - Coach Vanessa Forrest, Charles Creech, Kaison Berry, Ethan Redington, Adam Forrest, Reese Barton, Chris Ebbesmeyer, Luke Hunter. Front Row - Eli Jordan, Charlie Vitt, Ethan Chapman, Brock Miller, Laken Edwards. Not pictured: Erin Heinecke, Sharon Schoonover, and Timmy Johnston.

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Jacob Major inducted into Technical Honor Society ​On March 10, Twelve Hart Career Center students were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society - Hart Career Center Chapter. The National Technical Honor Society recognizes outstanding student achievement in career and technical education. Student candidates must meet national and local membership standards and are students who have demonstrated scholastic achievement, skill development, leadership, honesty, responsibility and good character. Eligibility requirements include: a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 at their sending high school, and a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher in their HCC program, at least a 95% attendance, and a nomination by their HCC program instructor.

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Congratulations

to all area students on their successes

Jacob Major is inducted into the National Technical Honor Society - Hart Career Center Chapter.

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Relay For Life of Monroe County Kick Off Join us Monday, March 30, 6-9 p.m. jacs Restaurant, Paris

All tips that night will be donated to “Relay For Life of Monroe County” 33rd Annual - Mark Twain La

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Antique Show & Sale

New construction, remodel, cabinets, doors, trim, windows, decks, pole barns, garages and more...

Sponsored by the Xi Beta Xi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Saturday, March 28 • 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Paris High School, Bus. Hwy 24 & 154, Paris, Mo.

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St. Frances Cabrini relay for life benefit roast beef dinner Sunday, March 22 • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Perry Christian Archery team places first in dual shoot

Perry Christian Academy archery students competed with South Shelby, North Shelby and Palmyra in a Regional Tournament held at South Shelby on February 28. PCA placed first with their team score. Pictured are individual winners from the tournament – front row: Zachary Duncan, 2nd place Elementary boys; Nola Wittland – 2nd place Elementary girls; Dawson Talbott – 3rd place Elementary boys; Tori Yancey – 3rd place Middle School girls; Tyler Caldwell – 1st place Elementary boys; and Keilyn Mitchell – 1st place Elementary girls; back row – Aidan Harley – 3rd place Middle School boys; Tim Duncan – 2nd place Middle School boys; Jonathan Mickels – 2nd place High School boys; Lincoln Talbott – 1st place High School boys; Elizabeth Yancey – 3rd place High School girls; and Kara Phillips – 1st place High School girls.

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Holliday Kindergarten Screenings

The Holliday School is having Kindergarten screenings on March 26.

Parents can call the school at 660-266-3412 to set up an appointment.

Hymn Sing March 21

On Saturday, March 21, Monroe Baptist Association is having a hymn sing at Crooked Creek Baptist Church.

The host church will provide a meal at 6 p.m., singing will begin at 7 p.m.

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Continued from front hind the dusty antiques, a rarely acknowledged conflict: Betty, who speaks her mind but cannot quite reveal her heart, has never really accepted the fact that her son is gay.

As these two unforgettable characters try to bring their different worlds together, Hodgman reveals the challenges of Betty’s life and his own struggle for self-respect, moving readers from their small town—crumbling but still colorful—to the star-studded corridors of Vanity Fair. Evocative of The End of Your Life Book Club and The Tender Bar, Hodgman’s debut is both an indelible portrait of a family and an exquisitely told tale of a prodigal son’s return.

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Slaughter Steers & Heifers Monday 10 a.m.

Agri-News

by Maddie Breid When we talk about fuel, people generally think of oil. But in this ever-evolving world, we can now begin to think about plants, algae, and even chicken feathers. Yes, I said chicken feathers.

The poultry industry accumulates approximately 11 billion pounds of waste yearly. Most of this waste is ground into low-grade animal feed.

Scientists are now developing a way to use this chicken feather meal to produce biodiesel fuel.

But biofuels go far beyond chicken waste. As the need for fuel increases, so does the resourcefulness of our society. Water treatment systems are costly and leave communities with sludge that has been extracted from the waste water to contend with. Through experimentation it has been found that this sludge can be turned into biofuel. This green energy source is now being used to fuel this first algae fuel-powered car. The car runs an amazing 150 miles per gallon of green fuel.

Biofuels are most commonly ethanol and biodiesel. Ethanol is an alcohol. Through a fermentation process, any biomass high in carbohydrates can be broken down to produce biofuel. However, scientists are now developing a way to use cellulose, which can be found in the bulk of most plant matter.

The next time you go to the pumps to fill up think about ways you can conserve fuel and help the environment.

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS

Paris Senior Citizen’s Center celebrates March for Meals

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Monday, March 23--Friday, March 27 Lunch Served Monday-Friday -11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Monday - BBQ Riblette on Bun, Macaroni and Cheese, Cowboy Salad, Jello with Fruit Tuesday - Baked Ham, Sweet Potato, Corn Casserole, Pineapple Crumble, Whole Grain Bread Wednesday - Taco Soup, Pimento Cheese Sandwich, Hummingbird Cake Thursday -Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Buttered Broccoli, Angel Peach Dessert, Whole Grain Bread Friday - Fried Chicken,Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Brussels Sprouts, Hawaiian Fruit Salad, Whole Wheat Biscuit

Hand & Foot • Bingo •The Hand & Foot Club - was held on Thursday, March 12, with 15 people participating. The winners of a meal ticket were Carole Hartel and Donna Emmert •Bingo was held on Monday, March 16, with 14 people participating. The winners of a meal ticket were Sue Tyler and Martha Cullifer .

Meals on Wheels Champion Week During Meals on Wheels Champion Week there were many notables delivering Meals on Wheels for the Paris Senior Center. Delivery drivers include Rep. Jim Hansen, Mayor Jim Buckman, and other elected officials! See pictures this page.

Paris Senior Center begins March For Meals “We began our March for Meals with Rajah Maples of KHQA News in Quincy serving meals, said Senior Center Director Tara Sheffield. “We then had our 3rd Taste of Monroe County on March 10 with approximately 147 people attending.”

Community Champions Week will celebrate our local officials, celebrities, athletes and/or business as they get out, speak up, deliver meals and raise awareness Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20.

We kicked off Champions week with Volunteer Rob Wood, Mayor Jim Buckman, Monroe County Collector Anita Dunkle and Executive Director of United Way Mark Twain

Area Frank Ditillo delivering meals while Miss Route 66 Outstanding Teen Lauren Vanlandingham served congregate meals.

Others helping deliver are: Monroe County Treasurer and Senior Center Board Member Rita Wilkerson, Monroe County Clerk Christina Buie, Steve Yager of The Foodbank for Central and Northeast Missouri, Monroe County Judge Rachel Bringer-Shepard, Missouri Foundation for Health’s Tom Adams, Monroe County Commissioner Glenn Turner and Missouri State Representative Jim Hansen.

15 Diner will be donating 5% of all sales made on March 28, Meals On Wheels Day.

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PARIS R-II SCHOOL MENU Monday, March 23 - Friday, March 27

Breakfast Menu

Volunteer Rob Wood, Mayor Jim Buckman, Monroe County Collector Anita Dunkle and Executive Director of United Way Mark Twain Area Frank Ditillo.

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Help Push for OAA Funding Increases: Call Your Senators this Week!

Ask Them to Sign On to the Sanders Letter Requesting an Investment in Cost-Effective Older Americans Act Programs (Submitted by Senior Center Director Tara Sheffield) Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has again this year circulated a letter to his fellow Senators requesting their signatures in support of a request to Senate Appropriations Labor/HHS/ Education Subcommittee leaders to increase funding support to Older Americans Act (OAA) programs by at least 12 percent in FY 2016. The annual appropriations process that determines FY 2016 OAA funding is just beginning. This letter will be one of thousands sent to the Appropriations Committee’s leaders asking for particular funding levels for thousands of federal discretionary programs.

This is Senator Sanders’ fourth time taking the lead in circulating such a letter and he is requesting funding increases of at least 12 percent (over FY 2015) for all OAA programs and services. Senator Sanders, who is also the Ranking Minority Member of the HELP Subcommittee with jurisdiction over OAA reauthorization, goes on to note that “a 12 percent increase, though still insufficient, would be an important step toward meeting existing demand” for OAA programs and services.

Read the Sanders OAA sign-on letter.

The letter serves as a reminder that OAA programs require increased resources to maintain current programs due to population growth and cost inflation—as well as restore the cuts made by sequestration and federal budget reductions in the past few years. In fact, n4a’s FY 2016 OAA appropriations request to Congress is built upon that same premise and, very soon, we will launch our annual OAA Appropriations Campaign to help you make the case with your Members of Congress. In the meantime, n4a strongly supports Senator Sanders’ effort.

We need you to take action this week to urge your Senators to sign on to this letter to ensure that it receives the strong support needed for the Subcommittee to take this request seriously.

Action Requested: Contact both of your Senators and ask them to sign on to the letter circulated by Senator Sanders on OAA funding.

Even if you know enough about your Senator’s voting history to understand your request is not an easy one, please do this outreach anyway. It’s vital that all Senators understand how critical OAA funding is to older adults and caregivers!

STEP 1: Call the DC office and ask for the staff member who handles Older Americans Act or appropriations issues.

You can reach them through the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121.

STEP 2: Tell them about the Sanders OAA letter and offer to email them a link to the letter if they have not already seen it.

STEP 3: Let them know exactly why you want the Senator to sign on to the Sanders letter. Give local statistics that demonstrate the need for an increase in OAA funding. If they ask for a staff contact for Senator Sanders, tell them to contact Sophie Kasimow at 202.224.5480.

The deadline for signatures is COB Wednesday, March 25.

Ask other advocates to do the same! Urge colleagues, advisory board members, volunteers and clients to make calls to their Senators, as well. We have a short window of opportunity (just over a week) so we need you and your colleagues to act fast!

If you have questions about this Advocacy Alert, please contact n4a’s policy team: Amy Gotwals and Autumn Campbell, 202.872.0888.

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Thursday, March 19, 2015

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CHURCH NEWS

an Church hristi C e ill Gr anv Pastor Fran Schnarre Services at Holliday Christian Church on March 15 were opened with the prelude by pianist, Sally Blakemore. All who gathered for worship were welcomed by Reverend David Holmes. The joy of having Pete and Margaret Olney able to attend church and for having Charles and Betty Lou Hayhurst join the congregation for worship was shared.

Observance of Lent continued with a reading by Reverend Holmes who then extinguished candles leaving only two lit symbolizing the season as we near the time of Jesus’ crucifixion.

A group from Holliday and Madison churches will volunteer at the Central Missouri Food Bank on Saturday morning, March 21. St Frances Cabrini Church will hold a roast beef dinner on Sunday, March 22, with serving from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The county-wide hymn sing will be held at Paris Christian Church on Sunday evening, March 22. Easter breakfast will be held at Holliday Christian following the 7 a.m. services on Easter Sunday, April 5.

Happy birthday was sung to Jim McMorris. The opening hymn, “O Live that Wilt Not Let Me Go”, was followed by pastoral prayer and Gloria Patri.

Prayer concerns were expressed for: Gerald and Carole Roberts and Wayne Peterson. Sympathy was extended to Virginia Vanlandingham upon the death of her nephew in Texas.

The joy of the wedding of Brett and Jessica Carter was shared.

The prayer hymn, “My Faith Looks Up to Thee”, was sung; pastoral prayer and unison recital of the Lord’s Prayer followed.

As elders Jerry Ragsdale and Guy Callison, went forward to serve at the Lord’s Table, “Here, O My Lord, I See Thee Face to Face” was sung. Gary Wilson and Darold Thrasher served as deacons. The doxology followed sharing of communion and offering collection to close the communion portion of the service.

“God So Loved the World” was the morning message which referenced scripture from John 3:14-21 as well as excerpts from Max Lucado’s book, “316 – The Numbers of Hope”. Examples of God’s love are everywhere - in a sunrise, in the green grass and the love shared among our fellow man.

God made you special and He loves you very much – this love is never conditional or withdrawn. If we believe, His love is freely given.

The closing hymn, “The Way of the Cross Leads Home”, was followed by prayer and singing of “The Spirit Song” to close morning worship.

Following services, a time of fellowship and refreshments was enjoyed. Mendy Blades read “Jesus is the Gate for the Sheep” from “365 Things God Wants Us to Know”. Diane Wilson shared a reading, “Hey, Wasn’t That Us?” Zelmajo Ragsdale opened Bible Study with prayer. Jim McMorris then led the group in study of the introduction to Romans Chapter 8.

Services begin at 9:30 a.m., each Sunday at Holliday Christian Church, followed by Bible Study at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

On March 15 church services began with the pastor giving an opening prayer. Regular church activities of the week were announced and all were encouraged to attend. Announcements included: Annie Armstrong offering has reached the half-way mark of the goal, and March 21 is Singspiration at Crooked Creek at 6 p.m., and Men’s Breakfast at Cowboy Church at 8 a.m., at the Paris Community Center. There will be Sunrise Service on Easter at 7:30 a.m., with breakfast at 8:30 a.m.

The message this week was titled ‘Jesus Claims Equality to God’ and came from John 5:17-24. The power to life the Christian life comes from the power and authority of the words of Jesus. If anyone changes the words of Jesus Christ, they have made another Jesus that is in the creation of their own mind and not at all like the biblical Jesus. The biblical Jesus says He and the Father are one. Jesus is not just a good moral teacher but is the divine Son of God. Jesus is equal to God in His person. The Jews taught that God works on the Sabbath by sustaining the world. Jesus says He works on the Sabbath just as the Father does. Jesus claimed a special relationship with the Father and this is why the Jews wanted to kill Him. Jesus is equal to God in His works. Jesus does the works that He sees the Father doing and parallels the Father’s work in type and extent. In other words Jesus sees where God is working and joins Him in His work. Jesus says this comes from the unity He and the Father has. This is a unity of deep love for one another. Jesus will do even greater works so man will marvel.

Jesus is equal to God in His power and sovereignty. The Jews and the Bible teach only God can give life. Here Jesus says He gives life where He chooses. This is one of His greater works. This is both physical and eternal spiritual life that Jesus gives. This is because the Son and the Father are in perfect harmony as one. We know this to be true because mankind experiences salvation.

Jesus is equal to God in His judgment. This is another of Jesus’ greater works. John 3:17 says Jesus did not come to judge the world. Jesus came to give God’s grace and mercy to mankind. Jesus’ second coming will be for judgment of all we know (2 Thess.1:7-8; Acts 17:31). 2,000 years is not a long time for God, so do not think He has forgotten what He is doing.

Jesus is equal to God in His honor. Doing the works of God and being given all judgment, Jesus will be honored as the Father is honored (Phil.2:9-11). Is this the Jesus you know and worship? Many churches today do not teach and preach this Jesus but this is who Jesus says He is. To worship any other Jesus is to worship an idol of your mind. Jesus gives no middle ground or gray areas in the belief of who He is. Take the time to get to know the true biblical Jesus.

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“A Choice” was the title of Pastor Kenny Sharp’s sermon with scripture text taken from Luke 10:38-42 which was the story when Jesus visited Mary and Martha in their home.

Each day we have many choices to make. Do we have God in mind when making our choice? Three main points from the sermon were 1) We easily get distracted from God’s purpose. Distractions take us down. 2) Quit worrying about the other person and what they are doing. Martha was upset with Mary because she wanted to sit at Jesus’ feet and listen to Him talk instead of helping with all of the preparations. Mary had made the right choice. 3) Find your place at Jesus’ feet and make Him your choice. Find more time for Him by turning off the tv, computer, phone, etc. Make more quiet time for the two of you. Everything we do in life is a choice. Don’t be a “Martha” - be a “Mary” in your choices.

Serving at the Lord’s Table were Dennis Kendrick, Dane Kendrick, Charlie Horstmeier, Bob Conley, Wayne Conley and Darrel Wilkerson.

Many friends and family members were lifted during prayer time as well as for VBS and the youth. Praises were also shared with the congregation. Traveling mercies were requested for Jim and Janie Hurst returning home from visiting with his mother this week and for Bill & Bev Holmes for next weekend. Thank you notes were read from the Paris Senior Citizen, Samaritan Purse and the Central Food Bank. Karen Conley also thanked everyone for their great support for the Blow Cancer Away banquet.

Family Fun Night will be held this Saturday night, March 21, at 6 p.m., with a carry in of soups, sandwiches and desserts. Everyone is invited to bring a friend(s) and have a great time together. Each person will need to bring a small dollar item wrapped or in a bag for traveling Bible bingo.

Announcements: March 22 - County hymn sing at the Paris Christian Church at 6:30 p.m.; March 28 - Salt Saturday youth meeting followed by a mission meeting for those going on the M-Fuge trip to South Carolina; March 29 - Innovations music group will be playing which is the fifth Sunday of the month; April 12 - Shiloh Christian Ranch will attend our church service and give a short program; VBS will be the week of Memorial Day; Festival of Sharing will be the third Saturday in October. Our goal this year will be to provide 200 Missouri Food boxes for Festival of Sharing. Susan Kendrick asked everyone to help with cans of vegetables and fruit during the year. Also, to help collect quarters to purchase beans for those hungry in Missouri. We continue to need door greeters with the sign up list on the back table.

Sunday School is every Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship service at 10:30 a.m. Bible study is on Wednesday night with a meal at 6 p.m. Please come and join us!

Greetings from Faith Walk Ministries – Bishop Harold G. Long, Pastor Morning worship service began at 10:30 a.m.

Prayer led by Min. Debra Adams Scripture read by Min. Fugate Offering directed by Eld. Enyard Bishop Long’s message was entitled: “Turn To The One Who Knows” “Then was the secret revealed unto Daniel in a night vision. Then Daniel blessed the God of heaven. Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his: And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding: He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him. I thank thee, and praise thee, O thou God of my fathers, who hast given me wisdom and might, and hast made known unto me now that we desired of thee: for thou hast now made know unto us the king’s matter.”-Daniel 2:19-23 Life is just full of unanswered questions, so many unsolved matter, which make us feel vulnerable at times in our live. Our brain capacity is not large enough nor can we know everything about everything, so we live basically believing in chance concerning our lives, instead of turning to the one who knows everything. “Thus saith the LORD, let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: but let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight saith the LORD”-Jeremiah 9:23-24 It is God that implements loving kindness, judgement and righteousness in the earth.

It is God that knows the plans he has for us, so why not turn to the one who knows the plans for us. “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you saith the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you. And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.”

Jeremiah 29:11-13 “Everyone is welcome to come and worship with us: Sunday Mornings 10:30 a.m., Sunday Night at 7 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m.

Madison Grace United Methodist Church held worship service March 15, at 9 a.m., which was the 4th Sunday in Lent.

Jimmy Legrand gave the sermon, “If/Ify,” with I Samuel 1:617, 3:10-19, 9:1,2, 16:11-15, II Chronicles 7:12-22, and Matthew 5: 13-15. As the scriptures.

Acts 3: 22-26 was the scripture read by Shelby Arnold.

The Little Sermon, “The Shepherd Boy‘s Heart,” was given by Konnie Wilson.

The announcements: Thursday, March 19, A Prayer Vigil will begin at 5:30 p.m.. with an opening service and continue for 48 hours until Saturday, March 21, at 5:30 p.m., with the closing service. All are invited to join in.

Sunday, March 22, is Worship at Wildwood at 1:30 p.m. and Youth Bible Study at 4 p.m.

Monday, March 23, is Adult Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

March 29, Palm Sunday and Pocket Change Sunday.

April 2, Maundy Tuesday Service will be at 7 p.m.

April 5, is an Easter Sunrise Service at 7 a.m., followed by a breakfast and the regular Easter Service at 9 a.m.

The Granville Christian Church had record attendance at Farmer’s Day worship on March 15, with carry-in lunch following. Nine families drove tractors to church. The sermon was about the calling we share that is even greater than agriculture, that of taking up our crosses daily and becoming who God wants us to be. We will have another Chain of Prayer Day on this Saturday, March 21 where everyone is invited to spend a half hour or hour alone in the sanctuary lifting prayer concerns to God. We still have two openings for prayer time in the sanctuary at 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m. Our Easter schedule includes Palm Sunday worship on March 29 and Easter Sunday worship on April 5.

We are preparing for a candlelight Maundy Thursday communion service and tenebrae to be held on April 2. It will begin at 7 p.m., and will feature voices from biblical characters who shared a common thread of recognizing Christ in the events of Thursday night and Good Friday.

A scrapbooking day will be held to benefit Relay For Life April 11 at Paris High School. Contact Melinda James for more information. A craft show will be held May 23 at the Madison Community Center to benefit Relay. This is the same day as the all-town garage sale. Contact Lacey Shumard for more information. We have cookbooks available, with the proceeds going to Relay for Life. Contact Dale Ann Magruder for those.

We have now sent a total of 185 care packages to servicemen and women in the combat zones since 2002. Please contact Brenda Coffman with names and addresses.

Come spend an hour in worship and praise of the God who created you and constantly recreates you (March 29, April 5 and 19). Sunday School is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday and communion follows on the weeks when we do not have worship services.

The men’s choir filled the loft for the morning worship.

They were Mike DeOrnellis, Sy Gholson, Mac Wilt, Sidney Threlkeld, Charles Ensor, Wayne Daffron, Chuck Brazeale, Wesley Luttrell, Carl Ensor, Gale Wilkerson, John Mitchell, Mark Bell, Jimmie Stewart, Mark Dowell, Charles Miller and David Charlick. They sang special music, “Majesty”.

Kathy Miller’s prelude was “He Leadeth Me”. Floyd Lawson gave the invocation.

Diana Hammond announced that the Easter basket ministry will be coming soon. The Annie Armstrong Easter Offering is ongoing. This offering is 100% for North American Missions. A video was shown about the mission field in Salt Lake City, Utah. Be in prayer for missionaries.

Cheryl Gholson led the children’s sermon. She showed them a slinky. She told them this reminds her of Jesus because it can be balanced and stable and can surround us with love like Jesus does. Steve Ensor gave the Call to Worship from Ephesians 1:1-5. Brenda Ensor served at the piano.

Reverend Wesley Hammond’s sermon was from Acts 2:37-40 and was titled “Pentecost: Receiving the Holy”. To experience the fullness of the Holy Spirit, we must walk according to Jesus teachings in the scriptures. To have a healthy spiritual relationship we must put away selfishness; for ourselves and others. Our spiritual walk should be all about God. Verse 36, Peter tells the crowd “God has made Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah”. When they heard this they were “pierced to the heart” and asked “What must we do?” Peter tells them to repent and be baptized. Verse 39 tells us the promise of the Holy Spirit is “for you and for your children and for all who are far off, as many as the Lord our God will call.”.

If you wish to donate to the Carillon Bells honoring those who served in the military, donations are still being accepted and $500 is needed for the memorial plaque.

Services were held at Madison Christian Church on Sunday, March 15, with 39 members and guests in attendance. Rev. Holmes greeted the congregation and led the announcements. Joys and concerns were expressed before Rev. Holmes led the congregation in prayer, followed by the Lord’s Prayer. The Adult Choir sang “Follow Me” for special music. The Lord’s Supper was observed and tithes and offerings were given. Rev. Holmes delivered the morning message, “3:16 The Numbers of Hope”, using John 3:14-21. All were invited to Christian Discipleship. Announcements: Youth Group meets Wednesday evenings from 6:30- 8:30 p.m. Adult Choir will practice at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18. Volunteer at Central Missouri Food Bank, Saturday, March 21, 9 a.m. - noon.

Quarterly Disciples Hymn Sing at Paris, Sunday, March 22, at 6:30 p.m. Sign up to donate a lily for Easter services by next Sunday, March 22. Serving next Sunday: Danny Stith and Judy Harmon, Elders; Karla Salmons, Taylor Salmons, Hunter Salmons, and Kahler Mitchell, Diaconate. Danny Stith, Communion Preparer. All are welcome to attend the services of Madison Christian Church.

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Pastor John Grimmett

The Paris Presbyterian Church held worship service March 15. The ushers for this weeks service were John Gilmore and Larry Turner. Robbie Turner led the congregation into worship service with, “O Lamb of God.” Pastor John Grimmett read the announcements and asked for prayer concerns and celebrations. He led the congregation is a pastoral prayer and The Lords Prayer. The special music piece was, “Calvary Medley.” The special music piece was performed by the chancel choir.

The scripture reading was from John 3:14-21. Pastor John Grimmett delivered the message, “What Wondrous Love.”

The closing hymn was, “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross.”

Robbie Turner led the congregation out of worship service with, “In the Cross of Christ I Glory.”

The Paris Presbyterian Church will hold worship service next Sunday, March 23. Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship service at 10:45 a.m. A sitter is provided during worship service for any children

Thursday, March 19, 2015

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Patti Grimmett’s piano and guitar students presented their Spring Recital at 4 p.m.

Sunday, March 8, at the Paris Presbyterian Church. Front row from left are Miranda Billings, Olive Norton, Chloe Bush, Danica Wormington, Lucille Norton, Makayla Hayes and Macy Bush. Back row from left are Dawson Talbott, Sydney Champ, Patti Grimmett, Michael Hammond and Kyle McIntire.

Spring Recital Features Guitar and Piano Students

Guitar and piano students of Patti Grimmett presented their Spring Recital at 4 p.m. Sunday, March 8, at the Paris Presbyterian Church.

Many of the students played the pieces they performed at the District 2 MFMC Festival on February 28. These students were presented with their rating certificates at the end of the recital.

Three students performed guitar solos.

Makayla Hayes played

guitar and sang “Deep in the heart of Texas” and “Skip to My Lou.” Kyle McIntire played “Georgia Roads” by Stang and “Comin’ Round the Mountain.”

Michael Hammond played “Prelude” by JS Bach and “John Henry.”

Eight students performed piano solos. Macy Bush played two hymns, “Break Thou the Bread of Life,” a Sherwin/Bastien arrangement and “”Sweet Hour of Prayer,” a Brad-

bury/Bastien arrangement. She also played two festival pieces, “Harvest Festival” by Martha Mier and “Rocket Boogie” by Jane Bastien.

Dawson Talbott played two traditional pieces, “Sailor Jack” and “Old Joe Clark.”

Chloe Bush played two festival pieces, “October Moonlight” by Jeanne Costello and “Little Indian Brave” by Jane Bastien.

Meranda Billings played two festival pieces, “Bubble Blues” by Ladonna Weston and “Big Black Cat” by Jane Bastien.

Danica Wormington played two festival pieces, “The Runaway Pumpkin” by E. Greenleaf and “Indian Dance” by James Bastien.

Lucille Norton played two festival pieces, “The Sun Comes Up” by Timothy Brown and “Robots Marching” by Jane Bastien.

Olive Norton played two festival pieces, “Caprice a la Carte” by Dennis Alexander and “Square Dance Tune” by Jane Bastien.

Michael Hammond played “Dance of the Wind” by Timothy Brown and “Sonatina” Opus 36, No. 1, mvt 1 by Clementi.

The Perry Musique Club hosted a reception in the church basement following the recital.

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Thursday, March 19, 2015

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Rep. Jim Hansen...

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Missouri’s public institutions of higher education; · $6 million increase for equity funding for Missouri’s two-year colleges; · $2 million increase for the A+ schools program; · $1 million increase for autism regional projects; · $7.2 million appropriated for the MOST intervention model for children who are trauma victims; · $16.3 million in funding for MoHealthnet adult dental benefits; · $13.7 million in funding for the Show-Me Healthy Babies program The House version of the budget also restores funding to several programs that were targeted for core reductions by the governor. These include: · Elks mobile dental program - $200,000 restored · Brain injury waiver services - $350,000 restored · Area Health Education Centers - $250,000 restored · Newborn screenings - $191,400 restored · Area Agencies on Aging - Meals on Wheels $400,000 restored · Alzheimer’s grants - $50,000 restored · Community Health Access Programs - $1 million restored · Medical and Behavioral health homes for foster kids - $250,000 restored · Asthma-related services - $400,000 restored · Regional care coordination - $200,000 restored · Utilicare funding - $4 million restored · Victims of sexual violence services - $500,000 restored · Social innovation grants - $1 million restored These are just a few of the highlights. Any changes made in the Senate will have to be approved and negotiated before the budget is finalized.

House Gives Initial Approval to Legislation to Stop Bullying in School (HB 458) This week we also were able to debate and give firstround approval to legislation designed to promote a safer environment for students in our K-12 public schools. The bill would require our school districts to strengthen their policies against bullying. Some of the provisions in the bill would require schools to establish a procedure for reporting and investigating acts of bullying as well as adding the definition of “cyber bullying.” We are committed as a legislative body to doing what we can to prevent tragedies from happening.

House Bill 458 requires one more positive vote in the House before moving to the Senate.

Visitors this Week It was great to meet with Louisiana High School students Zach Richardson and Chadwick Dowell with Rotarian Lori Lewis on Tuesday, March 10, for Rotary Capitol Day. I wish them all the best as they continue their educations and serve their community through an excellent organization.

Thank you for your continued support as fellow members and I work to do what we feel is best for the state of Missouri. As always, your feedback is encouraged and appreciated during the legislative process.

Working on your behalf, Representative Jim Hansen Proudly Serving the 40th House District Lincoln, Monroe, Pike, & Ralls Counties Missouri House of Representatives 573-751-4028

sha Mowdy Donna Fainter is a native of Moberly. Happily married for 32 years, she is the proud parent of 3 children and 1 grandchild. She is Co-owner of 2nd generation family owned and operated business Heddinghaus Sheet Metal Heating & Air Conditioning in Moberly; taking care of the daily operations of the business for 30 years.

Donna serves on the Miss Moberly Scholarship Pageant Board, and is Director of the Junior Misses of Moberly which is held in conjunction with the Miss Moberly Scholarship Pageant. In her spare time, she enjoys volunteering - helping with area Churches, food banks, school and civic activities and judging pageants.

Erma Jean Armstrong has worked mostly in the medical field including Accounting & Purchasing in a hospital and as a Registered Nurse. She is the Director of the Miss Moberly Scholarship Pageant and has recently attended the Miss Missouri Judges Seminar and has

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DAR Chapter awards essay winners The James Monroe Chapter of the Missouri Society of Daughters of the American Revolution met February 19, in the Dulany Library in Paris.

Special guests were the winners of the American History Essay Contest.

The theme of this year’s contest was “A Child’s Journey Through Ellis Island.” Winners of the contest were Andrea Sutton, 8th Grade winner from Monroe city Middle School; Nichole Mann, 7th Grade winner from Monroe City Middle School; Nicole Mann, 7th Grade winner from Holiday; Logan Lucas, 6th Grade winner from Holy Rosary in Monroe City.

Emallee Williams from Holy Rosary was also a contest winner, but was unable to attend. Chyerl Varvil and Carol Comstock, co-chairs of the American History Contest, presented the awards to the students after they read their essays.

During the business meeting members discussed a recent visit to the The

Veterans Home in Mexico, Missouri. Gifts were delivered for the female vets. Dorothy Walser spoke on the importance of keeping a paper copy of your family tree. Technology is wonderful, but paper copies can be handed down to future generations. Betty Buckman presented a report on the Veteran of the Month honor. Volunteering is an important part of being a DAR member. Susie Buckman spoke about the various ways members serve the community and reminded them to record their hours. The chapter discussed amending two articles in the chapter bylaws. These amendments were voted on and approved. Members also discussed plans for the Missouri State Conference to be held in St. Louis later this spring.

The next meeting will be held March 19, at the Dulany Library, in Paris.

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If the number of candidates who have filed for a particular office is equal to the number of positions in that office to be filled by the election, no election shall be held for such office and the candidates shall assume the responsibilities of their offices at the same time and in the same manner as if they had been elected. The following list contains the names of the candidates that shall assume the responsibilities of said districts.

A Non-Election has been ordered for all of the following districts who will resume their positions as Director as if elected:

Monroe County Ambulance District Danny Eckman Linda Wood Monroe City Ambulance District Garry Gupton, Sub District #2 Monroe City Rural Fire District Jason Clark Anthony Zeiger Madison-West Monroe Fire Protection District Russell Wolfe Paris Rural Fire Protection District Eric Heitmeyer Troy Vaughn Monroe County Health Department Anita Ness, 4 year term Bobbie Williams, 4 year term Ronnie Fields, 4 year term Rose McNally, 2 year term Monroe Manor Dennis Kendrick, Sub District #5 Russell Wolfe, Sub District #6 Madison Special Road District Ron Purdy Public Water Supply District #2, Monroe County – Director Neal Crain, Sub District #1 Public Water Supply District #1, Shelby County – Director Charles Krieg, Sub District #3 Lance Trenhaile, Sub District #2 Ralls County R-II School District, Director Jason Liter, 3 year term Victoria Kuhlmann, 3 year term Middle Grove C-1 School District, Director Ralph Hoppe Nicole Bentley Monroe City R-1 School District, Director James Underhill Michelle Kendrick I, Christina Buie, County Clerk/Election Authority within and for the County of Monroe, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct list of all candidates who filed for the April 7, 2015 Election. As prescribed in 115.124 RSMo, when the number of positions open equals the number of persons filed, a non-election can occur and the candidates shall assume their position and the responsibilities of their office at the same time and in the same manner as if they had been elected.

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Herman R. Hendren, near Holliday, March 15. The baby has been named Herman Gene.

Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Berry of Perry are moving to the Fred Utterback farm northwest of Florida. Mrs. Berry is the former Miss Margie Utterback. Her sister, Miss Irene Utterback, will also remain on the home place.

By playing two perfect games in succession, which meant making 24 consecutive strikes, Marvin Chapman, playing on the E.W. Seibert alleys at Paris, Monday, made what probably was an all time record for Northeast Missouri. The scare in each game was 300.

The Powers 4-H Club was organized Saturday, March 16 at the home of the leader, Mrs. Gene Guthrie. Five girls have joined and were elected to offices as follows: Lockie Gene Guthrie, president; Ella Mae Carey, vice president; Nannie Grace James, secretary; Minta Ruth James, game and song leader; and Betty June Lindsey, reporter.

At the mass meeting at the courthouse Monday evening, William Overfelt was nominated as a candidate for alderman from the Paris first ward, H.P. Noel as candidate from the second ward, and Judge Hurd was nominated for Police Judge. Orval Francis and family have moved from the Francis home place to a farm they recently bought known as the Tredway farm.

Jewell Landis and family have moved to the Sidney Beam farm near South Fork Church.

Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Gentry are moving to the Abe Landis farm vacated

by Jewell Landis.

50 Years March 25, 1965 At a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Paris Rotary Club, Howard Kizer, Paris druggist, was elected president, H.A. Sadler, the vice president, H.G. Warren the treasurer, Paul Gerster, the secretary, E.H. Agnew, Roger Harris, Jim Reinhard, executive committee members.

At the annual meeting of the Paris Progressive Club last Thursday evening, Robert (Bob) Sladek, firm member of Harley Electric, was

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The American Legion Home has come a long way since it was bought by the organization in 1961 and converted into a hall and meeting place from a movie theatre. Just completed this week has been the interior of the large hall with new ceiling, paneled walls and indirect lighting installed. New folding doors leading to the upstairs have replaced the old drapes.

With the filing of J.B. Jones of east of Paris last week, there are five contestants in the race for the two places on the Board of Education of Paris R-2 schools. They are Caskie Painter, Frank Mac Snyder, present directors; Jones, Charles Wheaton and Albert Langerud.

City Marshal Al Skinner used his new dog catching net for the first time last Thursday, but not to catch a dog. He was called to the courthouse where a muskrat was swimming in the fish pond. Skinner assisted by Deputy Sheriff Harry Belcher extracted the muskrat with the net and turned it loose in Salt River.

30 Years March 21, 1985 Wayne Hackman, general manager of the Macon Electric Cooperative announced this week that three Paris High School students have been named as finalists in the Macon Electric Cooperative.

They are Chad Vanlandingham, Todd Crabtree and Lesa Davis.

For the 14th straight year, Paris will be represented at the annual FFA State Convention to be held in April. Paris High School FFA advisor Mickey Briscoe received verification that four PHS FFA members will be recommended for the State Farmer Degrees at the state convention to be held April 18-19 in Columbia. They are Tony Francis, Richard Ensor, Lori Perrigo and Brian Meny.

Tiffany Peck, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Peck, and Jennie Bodine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bodine, will represent Paris at the district spelling contest to be held March 23 at the Hannibal High School.

Mr. Kevin Buckman of Paris announces the engagement and approaching marriage of his sister, Mary Kathryn, to David Wayne Putnam of Holliday.

Linn Technical College at Linn announced this week that Raymond Batsell made grades sufficiently high enough to have his name placed on the Dean’s List for the fall semester.

Chamber of Commerce secretary, Peggy Davidson, officially opened the chamber office March 18.

Dear Editor, Grain Belt Express Clean Line, the private company behind the unpopular high voltage transmission line proposal has less than six weeks to get enough landowners to sign easement agreements along their chosen route to impress the Public Service Commission (PSC). That is a tall order since statewide only a handful have signed, thus far. Needless to say, commissioned land agents are out there doing everything they can to convince landowners to sign over a swath of their land.

There are several things landowners on the route need to know in the event they are contacted by a land agent.

First, there is absolutely no need to rush into signing anything. The legal proceedings for Grain Belt’s application have just been re-opened and the entire process could take another year or more for the PSC to rule. Then, it is likely that the losing side would appeal to the courts, which could take an additional two years or more.

Second, even if the proposal were ultimately approved and granted the power of eminent domain, landowners that did not sign agreements voluntarily would be awarded fair market value for their property and damages in the condemnation process. In that process, the Judge appoints three “Commissioners” from their community to establish fair market value of the land.

With a good condemnation attorney, landowners often receive more compensation than do those that sign voluntarily.

Third, landowners must know that easement agreements for utility lines like Grain Belt are legally binding contracts that last in perpetuity. It is very important to retain a well-qualified attorney to protect their interests. Condemnation attorneys typically work on a contingency and receive a commission on the amount of money landowners receive from the buyer over and above the

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Fourth, landowners are not obligated to meet with or speak to any land agents or company representatives. They also are not required to allow any surveying of their land. If a landowner has signed and returned a NOTICE TO DENY ACCESS form provided by Block Grain Belt Express, then no Grain Belt representative is allowed to contact that landowner by any means other than U.S. Mail.

Fifth, land agents are not allowed to lie or stretch the truth in any way in attempt to coerce property owners into signing agreements. Examples include telling a landowner that the proposal has been approved or will be approved soon.

Another example would be telling someone that if they do not sign voluntarily, they will receive less compensation or none at all. Any such violations should be reported to the PSC at 573-751-3234 or to Block Grain Belt Ex-

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For more information, refer to the Mo. Farm Bureau Landowner Education Utility Easement publication and web page. Also, call the Mo. Ombudsman for Property Rights at 573-7514857.

Remember. Do not rush and do not act without an attorney.

Thank you, Russ Pisciotta Block Grain Belt Express President 4755 NW State Rt. W Kidder, MO 64649

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REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

SPRING CLEANING THE HOME

Spring is finally on the approach after a long and very trying winter. Since spring is historically a season associated with cleaning and renewal, it’s time to take a look at your home and make a few easy changes that can streamline home maintenance as well as simplify your lifestyle.

• Keep a List – or Two. Most people make grocery lists, right? Why not a home maintenance list? Whenever you need batteries, light bulbs, touch-up paint, landscaping materials, or any other home improvement items, add them to the list so that next time you run out to Home Depot or Lowe’s, you can pick up everything you need at once rather than returning home only to realize that you need to make a return trip for that one item you forgot. Lists need not be only for shopping trips. Keep a

“to do” list for your handyman and add to it every time you notice a minor repair around the house. When the list fills up, call your handyman or contractor to spend an afternoon making all those fixes at once.

• Use it and then toss it.

Many homeowners suffer from clutter buildup simply because they don’t throw things away immediately once they have finished with them. When you’ve read that newspaper or magazine, throw it into the recycling bin! And if you have items that have been sitting around for a while simply because you “might get around to doing something with them,” toss them or recycle them.

Your home will feel larger without all that extra stuff.

• Set a schedule. There are plenty of small home maintenance tasks that need to be

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Simply set a reminder using the calendar feature on your phone and you’ll be certain not to fall behind.

• Go LED. Did you know that LED light bulbs typically last 25 times longer than incandescent bulbs, and at the same time, save energy? By trading in your incandescent lights for LEDs, you’ll replace bulbs much less often and also enjoy savings on your electric bill.

• Create charging stations.

Always scrambling for a charger for your smartphone or tablet? Consider installing USB chargers in your electrical outlets or having a dedicated “charging station” in your kitchen or home office.

Mounting your outlets inside drawers and cupboards can save you counter space and eliminate tangled cords.

Keeping on top of your home maintenance with timesaving strategies can help you simplify your life. And when you decide to sell your home – whether that day is coming soon or far down the road – that organizational effort you put in as you go will make for smooth sailing when you list your home for sale.

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A house can be a place to eat, sleep, park your car, and put all your “stuff” (including other family members). It is a material possession and an investment. A home is where you feel comfortable, warm, safe, and protected.

A home is where you live.

A house is something you buy logically. A home is an emotional purchase.

When buying real estate you have to balance your emotional wants and your logical needs because there will almost certainly be a time when the two conflict.

Example For example, you may want a house with a view, but the payment is higher than you feel comfortable with on a thirty-year fixed rate mortgage.

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Purchase the house anyway and budget more carefully for the next few years? Buy the same house without the view and get it cheaper? Make a larger down payment by borrowing from your 401K or family members, so you get a lower payment? Get an adjustable rate mortgage with a smaller payment instead of a fixed rate loan? Or buy a smaller house and still get the view?

When viewing the house, most people look at it emotionally and envision it as a safe, happy, comfortable home. Later, when making the offer or filling out a mortgage application, your logic may begin to kick in, instead.

That’s when “buyer’s remorse” may come up, but...that’s a different article.

Balancing Act The trick in buying real estate is to view all decisions with both a logical perspective and an emotional perspective. If a situation presents itself that requires a trade-off, decide on whether there is a huge conflict or a small one.

Logic should win the big conflicts, but emotion should always be a factor, even winning the small ones.

You will find yourself owning a warm, happy, safe home – and an investment for the future at a price you are willing to pay.

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2015 HOME IMPROVEMENT

Home improvement DIY projects that really pay off Many of us watch TV shows and see the miraculous transformation of homes and gardens by professionals and amateur doit-yourselfers. Is it really that easy, we ask ourselves. Could I do it? Where do I begin?

What improvement projects will generate the biggest increase in the value of my home?

Home Improvement Projects That Really Pay Off - home improvement, home improvement project, pay off, color scheme, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, converting, upgradingWhat Do You Want and What Can You Afford?

There are several good reasons for wanting to redecorate or remodel your home. If your residence no longer reflects your changing tastes and lifestyle but you don’t want to leave a desirable neighborhood, maybe all you need to do is make one or two basic changes.

Altering a color scheme, converting a bedroom into a home office, or upgrading the kitchen and bathroom are practical home improvement projects that add esthetic appeal and really pay off. If a move is in the future, you want home improvement projects that will give you the biggest bang for your buck when it’s time to sell.

Whatever your motives for improving your home, make a wish list with three categories: * Must have * Would like to have * Dreams can come true When your list is complete, consider the amount of money you have available or are prepared to borrow. Unless you have unlimited funds, make a realistic estimate of what you can afford.

Are you planning major renovations that will require the services of an architect or a contractor? Will you need an electrician, a plumber,

a carpenter, a painter, or all four? How much work can you do yourself? All these factors must be taken into account as you pare down your list into affordable home improvement projects.

How Do You Begin?

Every project starts with a plan. Itemize everything you want and think you can afford, and include a design of rooms to be remodeled.

If you are going to require professional help, now is the time to talk to contractors, plumbers, and other tradesmen, and to ask for estimates.

Comparison-shopping is a must. If you are an accomplished do-ityourselfer, price materials and tools needed.

If you can’t afford to do everything on your list, reassess your prime needs and make a new plan.

What Projects Are Key? The best projects for improving the value of your home are, happily, the most affordable and the easiest to do yourself, even if you are a super klutz. Ask any real estate agent for tips on how to prepare a home for resale and you will be told that the house and yard should be cleaned and all clutter removed.

Creating suitable home storage facilities and cleaning and painting the interior and exterior of your house, therefore, are the jobs that top the list of desirable improvements. The premium projects that usually require professional help are kitchen remodeling first and bathroom remodeling second. These particular upgrades will provide the best return for your money, and the real estate industry has statistics to prove it.

Clean Everything in Sight Cleaning your home and yard is a great improvement project, and if you are remodeling, it will be the final step after the dust has settled.

You will need something heavy-duty like

tri-sodium phosphate or its equivalent to wash most surfaces inside and outside the house. There are also special cleaners for glass, tile, porcelain, stainless steel, and wood, and for getting rid of unpleasant molds and mildew. Visit your friendly hardware store and read labels. There are cleaners for almost every material and for solving almost every cleaning problem. Make sure rooms are well ventilated whenever you are cleaning, carefully follow directions, and wear gloves and a mask.

Removing clutter is another worthwhile project and requires adequate home storage with a combination of cabinets, shelves and bins, and sufficient strength of mind to discard all junk, no matter how much you love it.

You can buy easy-toassemble shelving and cabinets in a great variety of sizes and materials at affordable prices.

Small, decorative containers can be used to organize and conceal the ongoing accumulations of such items as incoming mail. In the yard, removing clutter means getting rid of dead trees, dead branches, broken slabs and stones in patios and walkways, and tidying up the garden and lawn. When faced with clutter, ruthlessly throw it out, recycle it, hold a garage sale, donate it to the charity of your choice -- get rid of it.

Interior painting and exterior painting should be next on your list of preferred home improvement projects.

Fresh paint helps make your home look clean, bright, and spacious.

When selecting colors for the exterior, don’t forget to do something about that bland front door. Have fun! Fresh, harmonious colors add beauty and personality to your home both inside and out.

Put Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling High on the List Although remodeling a kitchen seems

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attractive tiles and custom cabinets. Again, if you can’t manage a complete makeover, replace the tired old taps, faucets and shower head; add shelves; and paint and redecorate the cabinets.

Other Projects to Consider After you have decided on and planned for the most important home improvement projects, new window covering and upgraded flooring should receive your attention. You can choose from a large array of window dressings and styles, or simply buy fabric, turn hems with iron-on tape, and dramatically drape the material over attractive curtain rods. Shutters are another possibility and lend themselves to many different decorating styles.

Your choice of flooring is limited only by your taste and budget.

Rip up the old carpet

and replace it with contemporary hardwood flooring or laminate flooring. If you already have hardwood, simply sanding and re-staining it or giving it a clear finish may give your rooms the lift they need. Other flooring replacements that can transform a room include tile, vinyl, linoleum, or textured rubber.

Finally, save a little energy and money to improve the appearance of your yard. Maybe all you have to do to improve the landscape is trim, mow, weed, and then plant a few flowers.

Adding or upgrading an existing patio, deck, or walkway can also be very worthwhile.

Choosing the best modeling and redecorating projects will not only increase the longterm value of your home, they will also provide satisfaction and pleasure for you, the smart homeowner.

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Your Furniture Choices

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Different people prefer furniture that is made from different materials. Some prefer wood, while others prefer iron.

Perhaps that is because of the different characteristics of each material.

When you place these items in the patio, you notice that the effect is rather different. Wood almost always create a relaxing atmosphere. Iron, however, appear more modern, elegant, and stable. They also tend to last longer than wood. Here are some iron chairs that you can consider for your patio furnishing.

The Antalya Cradle.

The Antalya chair looks just like a little round cradle. Many will find it irresistible and will certainly try out the chair.

It certainly looks comfortable enough. It has a round seat that is rested on iron legs. Around the arms, there are a couple of holes to ensure that there is adequate ventilation. One can expect to sit in this furniture piece for at least a few hours without feeling the least bit uncomfortable.

The Bolivia Chair.

It is always good to

have some light furniture pieces around. These are items that you will want to move around or store away, and the Bolivia piece is the perfect product. Simplicity is key here so that the item remains light weight. So there are only 2 pieces of cane found on this item.

One is the back support, and the other is the seat.

The material is wrapped firmly around an iron frame with four legs.

The Fabion Look.

One key characteristic of rattan is that it is versatile enough to be bent into many different shapes and forms. The Fabion is the classic example of this characteristic. Instead of having a boring back support that rises up from the seat, it has curves that bend slightly outwards. This achieves two purposes.

The first one is that it helps enhance the appearance of the furniture.

The chair ends up looking more appealing. The second is that the curved part acts as support for the arms. It’s like a subtle armrest.

Half Moon Chair.

If you are looking for

uniqueness and exclusivity, the Half Moon design is ideal for you. The name takes after this special design. The back support is almost empty, except for a pair of half moons.

The two halves point in opposite directions, with the backs of each moon resting on each other.

This design allows lots of room for ventilation. To match the 2 moons, the chair also has curved iron legs that form a stable base. If you like to enjoy the moonlight from your patio, this piece of furniture is a must have.

The Memori Design.

The Memori is a close cousin of the Fabion. But it looks more stout and has a broader seat. If you find the Fabion a little too small for comfort, then this is an alternative piece that you can consider.

Also, instead of having curves that bend slightly outwards, this chair has curves that bend all the way out. That means the design is fuller, and looks a little more elaborate.

Like the other home pieces, this product also looks very comfortable to sit in.

Why is it that dingy basement laundry room designs are the norm?

Ever since families started doing their own laundry in their own home instead of taking it out to commercial laundries, laundry day chores have been relegated to out of the way places like the basement or the garage. I think that good laundry room designs would at least require that the laundry center in the home would be placed close to where the laundry is produced! The last time I did laundry none of it came from the garage!

Laundry coordinators in every home (you know who you are) have been lugging piles of laundry to the basement or the garage for decades and I think it is time to start planning for laundry room designs that

are user friendly for the entire family. The average North American family does anywhere from 7-10 loads of laundry a week so it is a chore that takes up considerable time in family life. It is time to take a look at sensible laundry room designs.

Let’s face it if you have to do laundry, you will want it to be as pleasant a chore as possible. At the very least good planning

should remove some of the unpleasantness that currently goes along with laundry day.

Good laundry room designs should provide for convenience for the entire laundry process and not just washing and drying. The entire laundry process includes sorting, washing, drying, folding, and ironing so here is my wish list for a laundry room makeover. * stacked full size washer and dryer - any space over the washer or dryer is wasted space.

Even if you put shelves or cupboards up there you would have to be a gorilla to reach into them. * sound insulation - I might have to do laundry but I do not want to be reminded of it all the time by the noise of the machines. * a laundry room designed just for laundry ever notice how laundry rooms get messy with dirty clothes and laundry hampers strewn about?.

My dream laundry center will be just for laundry so that I do not have to trip over other things (basketballs, runners, coats, snowsuits, galoshes etc) on laundry day. * a laundry center close

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Insulation helps a home to conserve energy One of the more positive consequences of an economic downturn is the way people change their lifestyles and habits to be more frugal, save money and reduce unnecessary waste. If your home is not properly insulated, then you are doubtless spending too much money to cool it in the summer and heat it in the winter. There are lots of ways to reduce energy consumption and eliminate waste, but if you are building a new home or remodeling an existing one, there are few more important decisions you can make than what insulation to use. There are many types of insulation on the market, with various component materials, “thermal resistance” ratings (more on that in a minute) and suggested uses. In fact, when you are choosing the right insulation for your needs you must keep in mind that you may need more than one kind, since you are likely to address several different insulating challenges. Use the basic information here as a springboard to a more in-depth assessment of what you really need, and get expert advice, too. Understanding the “R” rating The “R” rating (or “R-value”) of insulation is a measure of thermal resistance, that is, how resistant a material is to heat flow.

The higher the number, or R-value, the more resistance there is to that heat flow, meaning that a properly insulated wall will allow less heat to pass through than a poorly insulated one. Building codes around the country require varying R-values because of the natural differences in climate between, say, Arizona and New Hampshire. Even in one region and within a single structure the R-values suggested for the floors, walls and attic may be different due to the different insulating requirements, the materials involved and the seasonal variations. All modern building codes contain requirements involv-

ing building insulation, and there are a range of regulations that vary, state to state, concerning allowable materials. Asbestos, for example, is no longer used for insulating materials because its dangers were finally established and the substance was essentially banned.

Popular types of insulation Perhaps the most common insulating material is fiberglass, which usually comes in easily identified rolls.

When this kind of insulation is cut into pre-determined lengths, those pieces are called “batts.” You can think of batts as blankets (thick, pink, scratchy ones) that are placed between the studs of a framed wall, set between ceiling rafters or even stapled between floor joists. The thickness of the roll will determine the Rvalue, so you should never “smash down” a roll thinking that two pieces in the place of one will double the effect. In fact, this will lower the R-value, since fiberglass insulation works by trapping and warming the air in the honeycomb of spaces among the spun materials.

Another popular insulation material, particularly for attics, is blow-in (or “blownin”) insulation. Different kinds of shredded materials are blown into your attic and your walls, creating a sort of loose, fluffed-up blanket whose R-value can be determined by measuring the settled material. This insulation works well, but you should use something else if you will be using the attic regularly, since walking on it, displacing it and packing it down will reduce the R-value. Progress in insulation materials Foam insulation is available in several forms, from different sizes of solid boards to the liquid spray type. Foam insulation boards come in sheets of different thicknesses, often in a 4-foot x 8-foot size that can be cut quite easily with saw or utility knife to the particular size you want, even odd shapes as needed. Although the insulation value

isn’t quite as high, there are certain situations where its use is ideal, such as on concrete walls (to improve the R-value and create a moisture barrier) and beneath vinyl siding (to add another layer of insulation). Spray foam insulation is a newer, more modern insulation product. In making comparisons between foam and fiberglass, you need to do it on a case-by-case basis after you read independent test results (not sales materials alone!) that demonstrate the R-value per inch of a specific product. If you want to achieve a certain R-value, you would do the math (or have your high-schooler do it) to arrive at the appropriate finished thickness.

When asking about foam insulation remember that there are “open cell” foam products as well as “closed cell” ones. For the most part, closed cell foam insulation produces higher Rvalues per inch than either open-cell foam or fiberglass.

Spray foam has many advantages, among which are that it gets into every nook and cranny if you want it to, and is extremely efficient.

Its cost is somewhat higher than other forms of insulation, but if you are making a “life of the home” kind of calculation, and have covered all the bases including energy conservation and “smart” appliances, it can be a component of a very costeffective, long-term and planet-friendly construction or remodeling project.

Bottom line If you maximize the energy efficiency of your living space, you will reap economic, environmental and even psychological benefits. Determine your needs, assess your “energy use” profile, project into the future carefully and make an informed decision. Wise, sustainable energy use is something you decide to do, and a lifestyle that you choose to live. Choosing the right insulation for your needs is an important first step in this process.

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Working In The Garden Tending to Your Lawn/Pond

The Winter is over, the snow and cold weather is starting to fade into a distant memory or at least disappear from thought for the next eight months.

Your attention starts to focus on your garden which has become a bit of a mess over the Winter period as the season goes into Spring. So, what exactly do you or should you be doing in your garden to get it into shape for the Summer? Follow the simple steps listed below and your garden will be in ship shape in no time this Spring.

Look After Your Lawn Now it is time to start regular cutting of your

lawn. The chances are the grass will be long so increase the height adjustment of the lawnmower to the highest setting and once this first cut has been done, go back over the lawn and cut it again on a lower setting. Cut your grass weekly as long grass takes more nutrients out of the soil and is harder to cut and may leave yellow patches on the lawn.

If your lawn is established then apply a weed and feed and water in with a hose after a few days if it has not rained.

Tend To Your Pond Chances are that your pond may have started to turn green and cloudy.

This is mainly due to a rapid increase in algae, which flourish and grow in the warmer spring temperatures. Once the pond plants start to grow again, especially the oxygenating plants will start to use up the nutrients and create shade thus reducing the amount of algae. To hep speed up the clearing of the water, drop a string bag of barley straw into the pond. As the barley straw begins to breakdown, it will use up the excess nutrients so reducing the amount of algae and also blanket weed.

If you have a waterfall or fountain try to position the barley underneath it

and in still ponds weigh it down so it floats just below the surface of the water. Remove the barley after about six months before it completely rots down and starts polluting the water.

Leaves and More Leaves Make sure to clean-up any remaining leaves and general garden rubbish.

Any rubbish left will be home to snails, vine weevil, woodlice and slugs and could introduce infection and disease into your garden.

Protect Your Plants Remember to protect plants from slugs and snails with slug pellets and course grit or traps.

Alternatively try to encourage birds, hedgehogs and frogs to your garden as they all prey on slugs and snails.

What To Plant Plant lily and gladioli bulbs in 4in (10cm) deep holes. Cover with them with soil or compost and gently firm down the soil to ensure that there are no air pockets as this may cause the bulbs to rot.

Following the simple steps laid out above this Spring and in fact every Spring should and indeed will help your garden flourish during the lazy Summer months

Things for you to consider when designing kitchens What is the Most Important Kitchen Planning Item?

Such an exciting time this is! Good for You! In the rush of excitement over replacing a kitchen it is easy to loose sight of the most important factor in knowing you will be satisfied with your new kitchen when the work is complete. What is this most important kitchen

planning item you need to know you ask? Hold on keep reading, we will get to your answer soon.

Concentrate on the Best Style of Counter for Your Kitchen With kitchen remodeling there are many factors that you need to understand such as the style of counter for your new kitchen. Popular counter styles include granite,

marble, laminate, and other solid surface counter styles such as silestone quartz, caesarstone, and tile countertops. Adding a separate bar counter is also popular in many modern, contemporary kitchens today.

Decipher the Best Style of Kitchen Cabinets O.k. - I Need To Identify What Kitchen Counter Style is Best for Me. But - What is the most important kitchen remodeling planing item - You are asking again? Leave me be - and you shall see that most important item soon.

Identify your Kitchen Cabinet Style. Modern

cabinets styles include the popular white cabinet styles, but we must not forget about the traditional oak, cherry, maple, birch, and walnut cabinets. Walnut is usually a premium dollar about for top of the line new kitchens, and the beauty of cherry cabinets is hard to beat with a well deserved premium dollar amount to go with it. Traditional oak cabinets have a beautiful wood grain and the oak kitchen cabinets never seem to go out of style.

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kitchen cabinets, you need to discover the door style that is best for your needs. With the doors and drawer fronts - Remember your selection of cabinet hardware (Handles, knobs, and drawer guides with specialty items such as pull outs and roll outs).

Attain your Kitchen Flooring Style Selection Choosing your kitchen flooring is very important.

Laminate flooring is a popular choice, still consider examining a hardwood floor as the long term durability is hard to beat. A vinyl floor may serve well for you with light traffic patterns, and tile floors are also popular with heated tile options increasing this popularity although tile seems to stay traditionally more for bath areas with the kitchen cook having the idea that a falling can of soup could crack the tile floor.

Implement Planning Before Starting Your Remodeling Each step of your kitchen planning needs careful analysis for you to know what you desire before the remodeling starts. Consider long term and forget including a style of cabinets just because it is the popular style. Know you love the style of cabinets, counters, and flooring you choose with the right dollar amount for your kitchen.

The Most Essential Kitchen Planning Item And the most important kitchen planning item you need to know is - your kitchen design! This is of course - Along with all of the above items being understood in prayer. You want to ensure you have a safe layout.

Will you change your kitchen cabinet design? If so Be sure to also understand the plumbing and electrical considerations. Understand changing walls and including remodeling increases your dollar versus a simple kitchen cabinet and counter replacement or makeover.

By planning your design ahead and making a list of every item to be included in your new kitchen you will find success with your dream kitchen.

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Turning your garage into useful space With the economy dwindling and the real estate market making it almost impossible for homeowners to get into a bigger, more comfortable home, converting your garage into another room may be the answer that best fits your needs. You can create a whole new bedroom, den, gameroom, or family room. The possibilities are endless. For less money than moving to a roomier house or adding an attachment to your present living environment, you can get the best out of your garage conversion by creating a whole new room that will make your house feel like it is brand new.

Converting your garage to accommodate your ever

growing household needs just makes sense with the state of the economy. It’s more cost efficient than moving, can make your home more energy efficient, and raises the value of your home.

To get the best out of your garage conversion, you should make a garage conversion plan. Know what your needs are and what you need to do to accomplish your task.

Will your new room need plumbing? Will the present electrical setup be sufficient, or will you have to reconfigure it? These are questions that you should answer before you begin converting your garage.

Without the proper plan, garage conversion could

become an endless nightmare. Start the project right by understanding the modifications that need to be made. Then, once you know what changes need to be made, you can begin your project.

By converting your garage to a new room, you could be adding value to your home. To get the best out of your garage conversion, you should hire a general contractor to overlook at least some of the work. Building it yourself is an excellent way to save money, but unless you are knowledgeable with the present building codes, a contractor can be useful to help you get the best out of your garage conversion while adding value to your home. It’s always better to be safe than sorry.

Instead of using your garage to store the junk that you keep but never seem to use, why not create it into a wonderful new room. The benefits are great. As your family grows, or maybe just your urge to have a larger living

environment grows, converting your garage into a brand new room will give your house that feeling of change that will make your house seem fresh and exciting. Converting it into a new room can also make your home more energy efficient, saving you hundreds of dollars each year. It is also incredibly cheaper than building an additional structure to your home as the walls and roof are already in place.

Knowing how to make simple changes to the insulation and structure can help you get the best out of your garage conversion.

With so many families being upside down on their home mortgages, it only makes sense to convert your garage into a new and fascinating living environment. In just a few short months, you could easily be relaxing in a brand new gameroom or add that extra bedroom that your growing family needs. Garage conversion is simple and cost effective.

to where the “inputs” are!

- Why can’t the laundry room be close to the bedrooms? That’s where most of the laundry comes from! Think how much time can be saved if the trip to the laundry room from the bedroom is a short one! * special “cubbies” assigned to each family member - clean folded laundry could be placed there for them to put away in their own room. * a horizontal work surface - just large enough to use for folding towels, sheets, or t-shirts * cabinets and shelving - laundry supplies like soap, bleach, and stain remover are best hidden behind closed doors! Preferably in a vertical cabinet space beside the stackable machines * drying area - or some small space or drying rack to hang up clothing that needs to be air dried * a supply of buttons and thread - it would be most convenient to be

able to sew on a button right away when you notice it is loose. * a drop down ironing board – Who likes setting up the ironing board? And have you ever noticed that once it is set up it stays there? and everything gets piled on it so you cannot even use it for ironing. I would like to have my ironing board ready to go and the iron already plugged in so I could just turn it on with a flick of a switch! * a laundry tub- a place for soaking or pre- treating stains or soaking some of those bigger items like sheer draperies. * a few spare bins and/or baskets for orphaned socks - You never know the missing mate just might show up on the next laundry day!

If laundry day has to be a part of contemporary life, it can certainly be made a lot more enjoyable by good laundry room design!

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Paris Lions credit Chas Wheeler in providing them opportunity to assist community

by Denny Hollingsworth Monroe County Appeal readers will find a half page advertisement on page 20 of this week’s publication, thanking Chas Wheeler for allowing them the opportunity to raise funds during his annual machinery sales auction in January.

The Paris Lions have had exclusive lunch sale rights to Wheeler’s winter auction since 2002, and in that period have netted nearly $70,000, which has all been donated back into the community.

“I don’t think people realize or understand what Chas Wheeler’s auction means to our community,” long-time Lion Paul Allgood said.

“Yes, people hear about the Lions Club scholarships and donations to various causes and charities, but they have no idea where those funds come from, nor how they’re obtained; well, I’ll tell you, the Lions raise those funds courtesy of Chas Wheeler. He allows our club to serve lunch to 3,000 of his sales attendees and we turn our profit back into the community.

If it weren’t for Chas, there probably wouldn’t be a Lions Club, and there definitely wouldn’t be tens of thousands of funds going to a score of causes.”

“The Lions Club alone netted almost $8,500 in January from our lunch sales,” Allgood said. “But think what was generated by local Paris businesses. Ask the manager of Abel’s or Casey’s about their sales on the days of

his machinery auctions.

Or any downtown business. Everyone will tell you Wheeler Auction sales generate income for the community.”

Lions secretary Charlie Rosenkrans echoed his fellow club member in crediting Chas Wheeler’s positive influence on their organization and the community.

“We were chartered in 1979,” Mr. Rosenkrans says, “and in the past 36 years we’ve conservatively donated $150,000 to our community; nearly half of that has come from funds we’ve raised in a third of our existence as a club, via lunch sales at Wheeler’s auctions.”

Rosenckans credits Wheeler for funds the Lions have donated to the community.

“We could have never raised and spent $70,000 in the last 13 years without Chas letting us do what we do every year,” Rosenkrans said. “There are not words to described our appreciation for his allowing us to participate in his January sale or our admiration of him individually and as a group.”

Paris Lions have donated to eye research and more than 20 different Monroe County school, clubs, civic, private, individual, public and community efforts, and proud to do so.

Rosenkrans said, taking a lead in and offering assistance to others is the purpose of a Lions Club.

“Lions is an international organization whose sole purpose is volunteering in their local com-

munities. Vision and eye sight programs and services are a priority to the international governing body and we’re very proud the Paris Lions have been recognized for going above and beyond all other clubs in Missouri in donations to the Missouri Eye Research.”

A half dozen years ago the Paris club was given the eye bank’s most prestigious award for donating the most money percentage-wise of any club in the state over a decade period. In addition, five times club members have received the Hayward Snipes Society Award for $10,000 minimum donations.

Paris Lions have donated to all of the following during its more than three decades of service: Missouri Lions Eye Research Foundation; Monroe County Cancer Supporters; Paris High School FBLA; Madison 4-H; Two annual $500.00 PHS Scholarships; Christmas Is Caring, coats, caps, gloves for elementary students; Paris Area Chamber of Commerce; 4-H Meat Judging Team; Third Grade Dictionary Project; National MS Society; Paris Senior Citizen Center; Summer Lunch Program for school students; After Prom Party; Missouri Boys State; Missouri Girls State; 4-H projects; Be Friends; Jacquie’s Bar; Personal Memorials; Disable Individuals Wild Turkey and Deer Hunts; Free Eye and Hearing Tests; Fairgrounds Restoration; and Provide assistance for eye exams and glasses.

Donald Wheeler, a Paris veteran of the Vietnam War, received medals he earned during his time in the service. Left to right, Patricia Wheeler, Anthony Yates, Donald Wheeler, Rep. Sam Graves, Wayne Doolin and VFW 4240 Commander Bill Crenshaw.

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ARMSE to meet March 20 The Hannibal Mark Twain Chapter of the Association of Retired Missouri State Employees (ARMSE) will meet on Friday, March 20, beginning at 11:30 a.m,. at the Nutrition Center, 219 South Tenth Street in Hannibal.

Representative Lindell Shumake will be our guest speaker.

All current and retired State employees are encouraged to attend. Reservations are not required.

For more information, call 573-221-8838.

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COMMUNITY NEWS 25th annual Shelby County Outdoor Classroom

May 7, from 9 a.m. -12 p.m. at Shelbina Lake. ​The Shelby County Soil and Water Conservation District in cooperation with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Missouri Department of Conservation, and Quail Forever are pleased to announce the 25th annual Shelby County Outdoor Classroom to be held on May 7, from 9 a.m. -12 p.m. at Shelbina Lake.

Over one hundred 4th and 5th grade students from the local community will rotate through 6 stations where they will learn about: The Living Soil, Forestry, Bees and Pollinators, and much more.

This site is also the location of the 2014 Show Me Pollinators Project, a perennial wildflower planting.

With the help of the Mark Twain Chapter of Quail Forever, It was seeded by local students to teach about the importance of flowering plants for food production and the drastic declines in honey bees and many native bee species.

We would love to have you help us celebrate this event. If you would like to attend or have any questions, please call Casey Bergthold at 573-633-2211 ext.

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2015 Varsity Paris R-II Coyotes took part in the Westran Jamboree on Tuesday, March 17. The first game of the season is Thursday, March 26, at Paris versus Sturgeon. Complete Spring Paris and Madison sports coverage in next week’s Monroe County Appeal.

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Joined in marriage at the Just As I Am Cowboy Church were, center, Louise (O’Fallon) Glascock and Richard Glascock.

Also on hand were Tricia Lester, left, and Richard Landis Turner.

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*Includes one alcoholic beverage Additional $10 arm band for alcoholic beverages ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY, NO TICKETS SOLD AFTER MARCH 12 CASH DRAWINGS OF $100, $50 and $50. $5 RIFLE RAFFLE TICKETS 2 GUNS WILL BE RAFFLED 243 Savage and 22-250 Ruger *Must be 18 years of age or older*Winner subject to background check*

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REAL ESTATE HAYHURST REAL ESTATE 218 N. Main Street • Paris, MO www.hayhurstrealestate.com

103 Acre farm right next to the Mark Twain Lake. Located on Monroe Rd. 627. Corps ground on 3 sides! Call for more details. $3,250 an acre. (SOLD!) 12170 Audrain County Rd. 935. 5 bed 3 bath 2 car garage 2700 sq.ft. home on 4.11 acres just minutes outside Mexico MO. Great looking home, 1 year home warranty plan provided! $189,900!

21722 Monroe Road 215 Holliday. Country living on 7 acres! 3 beds 1.5 baths on full basement. Price Reduced! $99,900!

4.4 acres adjoining CORPS ground next to Mark Twain Lake. All wooded asking 19,500. (SOLD!) 716 Sherwood Rd. Paris. 3 bed 2 bath all brick ranch home. New Carpet! Updated kitchen cabinets, newer windows! 2142 sqft with over sized attached garage and a 18x30 Heated shop. Asking $152,000.

652 Dawson Dr, 3 bed 1 bath home on full walkout basement that could be finished. Home needs some cosmetic TLC asking $59,900! (UNDER CONTRACT!) We need your listings! We are experiencing a flood of sales this early Spring and with nicer weather coming its just going to get better! Call us today and talk about what we can do for you to get your property SOLD! Visit our website for more details and lots of pictures on all listings, hayhurstrealestate.com Mark Twain Lake Area • Farms • Residental • Hunting

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The land owned or rented by the following are posted against trespassing for the 2014-15 hunting season. The charge is $1.00 per line each week for the season and is to be PAID IN ADVANCE.

Jane Miller Farm (6/6/15) Ronald R. Krigbaum (6/6/15) Carl & Roger Ball (11/30/15)

HELP WANTED Night Shift Operator POET Biorefining - Laddonia, an ethanol biorefinery located in Laddonia, MO, is currently looking for a Night Shift Operator.

The Operator is responsible for operating all plant process areas including computer control system. Additional duties include:  Accurate documentation of process information  Plant cleanliness  Observe all safety guidelines Qualified candidates must have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Production/manufacturing experience is preferred. Must be able to work 12 hour shift work.

We offer highly competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits & tremendous opportunity for growth.

Apply online at poet.com/careers POET is an equal opportunity employer.

SERVICES GLOVES!!! Stop by and see our new selection of gloves.

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MACHINERY AUCTION

HELP WANTED Drivers - OTR. 3K miles/ week! Paper logbooks.

Great home time! Benefits after 90 days! 3 yrs OTR exp/ Good MVR req. Call 855447-1610.........................9-4t

FOR RENT

SPRING MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT AUCTION, SATURDAY, APRIL 11, on Rt. K, North of Madison. Call now to bring your items to sell. Ad deadline April 1. Col. JAMES L. JOHNSTON 573473-4904 or office 800-4043400..................................11-4t

FOR RENT 10 acres tillable ground. Located at Stoutsville, Mo. $100 an acre.

RELAY BENEFIT

Contact Matt for more info 573-822-6441

Relay For Life: St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church is hosting a benefit “Beef Dinner” for Relay For Life, on Sunday, March 22.... ........................................11-2t

HELP WANTED MONROE MANOR NURSING HOME is looking for hard working, dependable, long term employees.

If interested in working with a team of professional healthcare providers, Monroe Manor is interested in you!

Due to an increase in census, we have the following positions available: Full time LPN – Night shift 10:30 p.m. – 7 a.m.

Every other weekend CNA – Evening shift 2 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Every other weekend Full and part time positions available CNA – Night shift 10:30 p.m. – 7 a.m.

Every other weekend Full and part time positions available

Maintenance Assistant Monroe Manor is looking for a Maintenance Assistant. Experience must include some electrical, plumbing and general maintenance knowledge. Applicant must comply with all Federal and State regulations, and all other duties to maintain operations within the facility. Position requires full range of body motion and frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 125 pounds. Hours are 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., every other weekend and occasional evening hours. Benefits include holiday pay, insurance, and 457 retirement plan, personal days, dental and vision insurance available, competitive salary. Please come to Monroe Manor and fill out an application or visit our website at http://www.mmanornh.com/ and download and print an application.

Employee benefits include: Insurance*Sick Pay*Vacation*Personal Days* Apply at Monroe Manor 200 South Street • Paris, MO 65275 (660)327-4125 or online at www.mmanornh.com

FISH Days Call or stop by and place your orders by Wednesday, May 13 for Saturday, May 16, 8 - 9 a.m. pick-up.

MONROE COUNTY CO-OP AGRI-SERVICE Bus. Hwy. 24 Paris, Mo. 660-327-4195

LEGAL TRUSTEE’S SALE

IN RE: Danny Ray Donovan, a single person Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed

by Danny Ray Donovan, a single person dated March 28, 2008 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Monroe County, Missouri as Book 328, Page 0732 and modified by Summary Judgment entered in Case No. 14MN-CV00165 recorded on March 2, 2015 as Document No. 2015-0286 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 1:35 p.m.), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of Paris, County of Monroe, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Monroe County, State of Missouri, to wit: NORTH HALF OF LOTS 7 AND 8 IN BLOCK

8 OF PEIRSOLS [PEIRSOL’S] ADDITION TO MONROE CITY, MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI. [THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN BRACKETS HAS BEEN ADDED TO MORE ACCURATELY REFLECT THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION.] to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 159287.041415.323812 FC NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Published on March 19, 26 and April 2, 9, 2015

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CLASSIFIED ADS THANK YOU

We want to thank the First Responders, Fire Department, the Monroe County Ambulance and the Law Enforcement and who ever helped when we had our car accident. Thanks to the doctors and nurses at the Emergency Room at MRMC in Moberly. Thanks for our children for getting to the hospital and getting us home. Thanks for all the cards, phone calls and visits since we got home.

Thanks, Tommy & Maxine Jones

Thank you

Thank you for all the visits, calls, flowers and gifts.

Good memories with stories told always help in a difficult time.

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HOUSE FOR LEASE Good neighborhood Attached garage 660-676-2388

HOUSE FOR LEASE

NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Paris will hold a public hearing regarding substantive changes to Chapter 405 of the City of Paris Zoning Regulations as required by Sections 89.050 and 89.060, RSMo. The public hearing will be held at City Office, 112 South Main, at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, March 31.

Notice: All flowers and containers that you want to keep, need to be removed from Walnut Grove Cemetery before Sunday, March 29. They can be replaced on or after Sunday, May 10. Thanks,

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OPPORTUNITY Insurance Management Opportunity Busy insurance executive with Bankers Life and Casualty Company needs someone to personally learn all aspects of the business. Interested individuals will begin as an insurance sales agent that could lead to a management position within six months to a year. Individuals must be of good moral character and eager to learn. Potentially earn $40,000 to $60,000 in your first year. Position offers unlimited upward mobility for someone who works hard and is determined to succeed. To schedule an interview, please call 573-449-3979 ext.101 EOE 19349

BID NOTICE BID REQUEST

The City of Paris will be accepting bids for a commercial zero turn radius mower. Minimum bid specifications shall include the following:

60” Deck with rear discharge 35 hp gas engine Hydro deck lift Hydraulic oil cooler w/fan and hot oil shuttle Flex seat Bids will need to include warranty specifications, including pumps and motor, and financing rates for a four year term. Bids will need to be received in a sealed envelope marked “Mower Bids” and shall be submitted to the City of Paris, 112 South Main, Paris, MO 65275 no later than 4:00 pm on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 and will be publicly opened at that time. Contact Phillip Shatzer, City Superintendent, 660-327-4630 for additional information. The City of Paris reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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COMMUNITY VITALS

JOSEPH R. (BOB) MACKLER 1920-2015

EUNICE M. ALVERSON 1924-2015

Eunice M. Alverson, 90 of Sturgeon, went home to be with her LORD on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at Monroe Manor Nursing Home in Paris.

Eunice was born on May 12, 1924 in Cole Camp, the 2nd of 12 children, the daughter of Joe and Sarah (Casto) Stockdall. Eunice married Johnie F. Long on February 3, 1940, who preceded her in death on March 25, 1971.

On September 6, 1974 she married Clarence Swope who preceded her in death on April 12, 1990.

She, later, married James Sidney Alverson on July 3, 1992 who preceded her in death on December 26, 2006 in Columbia. Other survivors include nine children and three step children; Bessie Thompson of Sturgeon, George (Kathy) Long of Moberly, Mary Wyatt of Sturgeon, John (Elaine) Long of Sturgeon, Harold Dean (Cheryl) Long of Boulder Jct., Wis., Joe (Jean) Long of Texas, Chester (Kathy) Long of Sturgeon, Martha (Bart) Arends of Sturgeon, Wanda Gruender of Sturgeon, Donna (Mike) Starrett of Paris, Jimmy Alverson of Paris and Cindy (Tim) Freeze of Columbia; 30 grandchildren, 58 great-grandchil-

Eunice M. Alverson

dren and 11 great-greatgrandchildren; several nieces and nephews; 3 brothers Charlie, Clayton and Clarence Stockdall.

She was preceded in death by one son, Charles Raymond Long; five sisters and three brothers.

Eunice worked as a cook at Collier’s Junction and at the University Hospital for several years. She was a member of the Sturgeon Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 21, at 12 p.m., at Agnew Funeral Home with Reverend Berdette Cook officiating. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m., until time of service on Saturday at the funeral home.

Burial will be at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Paris.

Memorials may be made to the Monroe Manor Nursing Home in Paris.

Monroe County Clerk Christina Buie and son Owen enjoy the Taste of Monroe County.

APPEAL PHOTO

Joseph R. (Bob) Mackler, 94, of Springfield, passed away March 3, 2015, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Mt. Vernon.

Bob was born Dec. 26, 1920 in Shackleford, to Joseph M. and Nellie A. (Hagan) Mackler. He married Betty Jean Koenig on June 9, 1946.

Bob is survived by three daughters, Barbara (James) Robertson, Jeanie (John) Barton and Vickie Stockglausner.

Six grandchildren, Joe Robertson, Anna (Dan) Doke, Tim Barnes, Tanya (Mike) Herrin, Tyson Stockglausner and Jacob Stockglausner. Five greatgrandchildren, Emily Doke, Tyler Barnes, Sadie Barnes, Brooke Herrin and Nick Herrin and one great-great granddaughter Delilah Barnes, one sister Hazel Doris (Pete) Howell and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, James P. Mackler and one sister, Dorothy N. Arni.

Bob was a World War II veteran serving in the Army’s 24th Infantry Division, Tech Sergeant, as a medical technician from 1942-1945 in the Pacific Theater. He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, and a past member of Lions Club, Rotary Club, VFW and 50 year member of the Funeral Directors Association. He was especially proud of having received the State FFA Degree presented by the State FFA Association in 1938.

His interests included boating, fishing, playing pool at the Southside Senior Center, raising a

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garden and caring for his yard, feeding his birds/ squirrels and his many canine pets, especially Rowdy.

Visitation was held at Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home on Friday March 6, from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Services followed at 2 p.m. A graveside service with military honors was held at Ridge Park Cemetery in Marshall, on Saturday March 7, at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, appreciated memorials may be made to C.A.R.E. Animal Shelter or Southside Senior Center in Springfield,.

Permanent online condolences, stories and photos may be shared at www. hhlohmeyer.com.

Kennedy Ashenfelter enjoys the early morning assembly at the Paris Elementary School celebrating birthdays and other events.

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Wheelan’s celebrate 60th Anniversary

Richard and Ida Jean Wheelan will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on March 27, 2015.

Help them celebrate with a card shower.

On a snowy evening in 1955, they exchanged their vows at Oak Ridge Christian Church of Paris. Annie Lechliter and Jim Freeman were their attendants. Throughout the couple’s marriage, they have lived in Monroe County and worked in the Paris area. Both have dedicated time to livestock, farming, church and community.

The couple were blessed with 2 children, 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Please join them in a card shower for their 60th Anniversary.

23350 Hwy 24, Paris, Mo. 65275

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A GREAT BIG THANK YOU TO CHAS WHEELER! Lion Club Volunteer with white tail deer hints for the Disabled Individuals. Pictured, Pat Kelly, Successful Hunter and Bob Parrot in 2011. Kelly and Parrot volunteered for over 25 years.

Paul Turner and Britton Francis explain to the club members their gained experiences at Boy’s State in 2013.

Over the past few years several individuals and groups of people have recognized the worth of the Lion’s mission and assisted them with extra help. Our mission has excelled due to their assistance with our projects.

Wednesday, March 18, Paris Lions Club will be hosting a “Thank You” meal for all the volunteers that assisted the Lions throughout the years. The meal will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Paris Senior Citizen Center, in Paris.

Thank you to all the area volunteers.

Young Lions Members cooking at Wheeler’s Auction, Left to Right, Isaac Unterbrink, Aaron Holmes & Brett Morgan.

Lions sponsor Hearing Van during Fall-Into-Paris 2012.

Members

Volunteers assisting the club members during Wheeler’s Auction in 2013. Each year, many volunteers assist the club with their yearly fundraiser which helps so many area people.

Charter Members, Gene Carter & Don Williams serving cold drinks at Wheeler’s Auction in 2013.

Paul Allgood Leo Carter Keith Dowell Edward Fields (Treasurer) Richard Fredrick Ben Haskell Aaron Holmes Dane Kendrick Gale Mattingly Edgar Miller David Putnam James Reinhard

Danny Tanzey Raymond Wilkerson Lonnie Wolfe Gene Carter Ron Childers (President) Larry Eckman Orville Francis John Gilmore Charles Herron Jerry Holmes Steven Jones Nellis Kotsenburg

Robert McKinney (Vice-President) Jerry Peck John Ragsdale Charles Rosenkrans (Secretary) Linden Vanlaningham Donald Williams Robert Wood

The Lions Club sponsored Jon Gilliam and Tyler Dunlap for All Star Football Games.

Jerry Peck & Bob McKinney painting the Welcome To Paris sign.