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Local Pools to Open MayINSIDE 26 WHAT’S The municipal swimming pools in Greenfield and Lockwood are set to open for the season May 26. Greenfield, pool •InJoan M. Shouse, 73,hours will be from noon-6 p.m., Lockwood Monday-Saturday. In Lock• Jayson Joseph Bridgford, wood, the pool hours will be 38, Billings from 12:30-5:30 p.m., Tues• Clarence Porter Colley, day-Saturday, closed Mon68, Mt. Vernon days. • Shane Dean Ribbing, 33,
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The Dade County Ozark Community Action Corporation branch will be hosting Greenfield Citywide a come-and-go open house Set fromFor 3-5May p.m., 5Wednesday, May The 23, atGreenfield their Greenfield cityoffice located 2 N.isMain St. wide garageatsale set for Saturday, Find out May what 5.Community This is sponsored by Action means to Dade county Greenfield Area Chamber at this drop-in event of Commerce. Please contact Kim Rhodes at 417637-6028 with toany Courthouse questions.
close May 25, 28 The Dade County Lockwood FFA Courthouse will be closed on FriGreenhouse Opens day, May 25, for Buffalo Days. To TheThe DadePublic County Court-
house will be closed on MonThe Lockwood FFA day, May 28, in of Greenhouse is observance now open to Memorial the public,Day. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. most days. A variety of plants GHS Class available include:of geraniums, sweet potato, 1963 Reunionwave petunias, standard petuThe rose Greenfield School nias, moss,High coleus, beClass of 1963 will hold their gonias, impatiens, spike 55-year Boston class reunion June plants, ferns, hang16 atbaskets the Arcola Lions Club ing and lantanias. Building, Fundsstarting raised atgo10:30 toa.m., followed by lunch at ward FFA projects. Ken’s Cafe, also in Arcola. Refreshment will be served after Antioch lunch. The organizers hope Cemetery Board that their fellow classmates will come join them for fun Meets and The visiting. For more inforAntioch Cemetery mation, call Grisham at Board willDalehold their 417-424-3246. yearly meeting on Sunday, April 29, at 9 a.m., before Songwriting Sunday School. There willled an election Seminar by of one board member.
R. Chowning Piccadilly Junktion in South Dadeville Greenfield will be hosting Kindergarten a songwriting seminar Screening featuring Randle Chowning
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Buffalo Days Celebration Saturday, May 26
The annual Buffalo Days Tuesday will be held on Celebration the Greenfield Square, Saturday, May 26. TheWednesday weekend festivities begin with the Miss Buffalo Days Queen Contest on Friday, May 25 at the Dade Thursday County Senior Center in Greenfield. Candidates include: Ellie Lou Eutsler, 15, Ellie is the daughter of and Crystal Eutsler; AChad Weekly Newspaper Jodie Lynn Lewis, 14, Jodie
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is the daughter of Steven Saturday morning festivand Tiffany Lewis; Sydney ities will begin at the WashGail Mabary, 12, Sydney is ington Lodge located on the the daughter of Chrissy Mi- west side of the square. The chalak and Jesse Mabary; Washington Lodge #87 will and Kenzie Taylor Sartin, 12, be serving an ‘All You Care Kenzie is the daughter of Jes- to Eat Breakfast’ from 6:30ica Sartin. 10:30 a.m. All proceeds from A new addition to this year’s the meal will go into the lineup is will be the presence Washington Lodge charity Shopper Ads Thursdays 3 p.m. of carnival rides. The rides fund. Meals are $7 for adults Vedette Ads and Articles Fridays Noon will run Friday and Saturday. and $3 for children. Tickets and wrist bands will presentation will be after the parade is over. Since 1866 A dedicationVol. 153, No. 45held $1.00 2 Sections Serving the Dade County Area “Buffalo Days” both be available. (Vedette archive photo)
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Everton R-III Superintendent Janson To Step Down State auditor not impressed with Dade County record-keeping By James McNaryMcNary By James
After six years at the Articles Editor
The sheriff ’s office was especially faulted, which was cited for poor procedures in the handling of inmate moneys and commissary proceeds, as well as accounting procedures for the office as a whole. Other offices catching the auditor’s ire included the county col-
helm of the Everton R-III school system, Several Dade SuperinCounty oftendent Karl ficeholders Janson received anpoor nounced weekaudit thatremarks inlast a recent he port would issuedbeby stepping the office of down the end of this StateatAuditor Nicole Galloschool year. way, the county received an “It’s rating a God thing,” overall of “poor. ” said Janson. “The current superintendent in Cabool was given an opportunity she couldn’t pass up, Karl Janson so that’s where I’ll be but at about three times going next.” the size. Janson said the Ca“I believe I’ll be leavbool school system has a ing Everton better than I lot of similarities to where the Everton dis- found it; the goal is to altrict was six years ago – ways be making things
better for the students,” lector-treasurer, the county said Janson. think clerk, recorder of“Ideeds, and we’ve very successnearlybeen all officeholders had ful at that.” issues with the backing up his time at Everton, of In electronic data. Janson has overseen the “This audit points to the process to fund and carneed for improved controls ryout the renovation of and procedures in several the high school building, areas of Dade County govportions of which date to ernment so that both funds the 1940s, getting the district back on a stable financial footing, and significant improvements in student achievement. The capstone, as Janson calls it, was being recognized as the Missouri Outstanding Rural School District for 2016-
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17 the Missouri Assoandbyelectronic data can be ciation of Rural Educabetter protected,” Auditor tion. Galloway said in a press re“We couldn’t have lease. “I urge county officials done any of that without to implement our recomthe supportinof thisto fanmendations order bettastic staff and commuter serve taxpayers. ” nity,” said Janson. “We don’t necessarily Improvement in stuagree with all the findings, dent achievement is credbut now that we have the ited to the reduction of teacher turnover to essentially none, says Janson, which he attributes to the implementation of a four-day school week, as well as creating a By James McNary school environment and Articles Editor culture that makes it an enjoyable place to work. Following an incident “My attitude is thatinI
want the bestreview teacher in report we will what the classroom, first and the findings are and we will foremost,” saidcorrected, Janson. ” get the situations said Hoffman. that the saidJanson Sheriff Max board will be meeting in “We’re expected to have a couple of week to pick everything lined out in 90 candidates forwhat interviews days, and that’s we inand to plans tend do.” to have a suc-
cessor in place by the “Auditor report” middle of May. Continued on pageto 12 his As for advice successor about undoing any of the changes he’s implemented: Don’t. “They better not, or I’ll come back,” Janson said, straight-faced. Davis your told the “Trust staff,board trust during their May 9 meeting your community and althat a do young student ways what’s besthad for dropped something getting the kids.”
Greenfield school board considers bus safety changes
which a school bus started moving away from a stop with a young elementary school student within inches of the vehicle, By James McNary School Class the ofGreen2018 field R-IV School District Articles Editor Valedictorian is Chloee Board of Education is conCommencement ex- Taylor, daughter of sidering aand proposal by outercises for the 2018 Patrick Doana Taygoing Supt. Jeff Davis to ingraduating class Crunk of lor. Ushers were Anna crease 50 ft. the distance Greenfield High School and Wyatt Atkisson. ThetoGreenfield High drivers must observe bewill be held Sunday, Class sponsors were Kim School Class of 2018 tween students and busses May 6, atand 2 p.m. in the Gladden Michelle Ad- Salutatorian is Autumn before they the begin grandmoving high school gymnaPhillips, ams. their vehicle. sium. A baccalaureate daughter of Jack and The Everton High School service will be held at 7 Sue Wilkinson. Class of 2018 are: Dustin p.m. the preceding The 2018 graduating Brewer, Elizabeth Carter*, Wednesday (May 2), seniors of Greenfield Crystal Colbert*, Kathleen also in the high school High School are: Alivia Crunk, Samuel Gateley, gymnasium. Benson*, Abigail Boyd*, Abagail Hargis, Kristion Madallen Boyd, JasThe Greenfield High Lobb, Andrea MontgomBy James McNary ery*, Dylan Shanks*, BranArticles Editor don Smith*, and Ethan Vandegrift. The Dade County Sheriff ’s (A (*) denotes graduate is a top Office, in cooperation with five graduate of the class.) the area Humane Society, is investigating the killing of a dog by an individual in Lockwood. Sheriff Max Hoffman said that reports on various social media sites that the animal had been dismembered were inaccurate. “There is a photo going around that appears to show the animal in a state of dismemberment, but that is
off the bus and went back to retrieve it. The bus began to move when the student was only about two feet away. “That’sBrown, just notSlaighter enough mine space to ensure student safeCahill, Ashlyn Carpenty, ” said Davis. “WeCrouch*, need to ter, Madison seriously Sawyerconsider Dodd,changing Austin the disembarkation policy.Jef” Graves, Hunter
Greenfield High School To Graduate 21 Seniors The Everton R-III School Scholarship awards were District held commence- announced by Michelle Adment exercises for the Ever- ams, school counselor. ton High School graduatThe speaker for the aftering Class of 2018 at 2 p.m., noon, Jennifer Miller, was Sunday, May 13, in the high introduced by Janson. school gymnasium. The senior class then preThe processional was con- sented gifts. ducted by Sharon Spain, The senior class was then followed by a welcome mesofficially presented by Kim sage from Everton SuperinGladden, with the Phillips presentaValedictorian Chloee Taylor Salutatorian Autumn tendent Karl Janson. tion of diplomas handled by The valedictory address Vince Crunk, president of was given by Andrea Mont- the board of education. gomery, preceded by the The recessional was consalutatory address by Elizaducted by Spain. beth Carter. About 100 people, in-
freys*, James “J.T.” Kelty, Mckenzie “School board”Meyers, Autumn Phillips*, Continued on page 12 Violet Phillips, Carrington Ruark*, Charles Servoss, Chloee Taylor*, Payton Trask*, Colin White*, Dawsen Wimer*, and Marcus Wright. (A (*) denotes class top ten.)
Killing of Canine in Lockwood Under Investigation
not the case,” said Hoffman. “The animal is dead and there was a lot of blood, but the body was together when it was recovered.” Hoffman said that the body of the animal was recovered Thursday, and sent to the Humane Society for a necropsy (similar to an autopsy, only it is performed on a the body of a deceased animal). The sheriff said that the investigation is ongoing pending the results of the necropsy.
BenSTRONG Memorial Pasture Roping cluding 20 three-man teams, turned out for the BenSTRONG Memorial Pasture Roping event held Saturday, April 21, north of Lockwood. All proceeds from the event go toward funding a scholarship in memory of Ben Friend, who died in an accident earlier in the school year. Hosts Tommy and Andrea Ferwalt said that though attendance was down due Commencement exercisto questionable weather for the graduating Ash andesscheduling conflicts, Grove R-IV School District they hope to make the Class roping of 2018 were held at 8 pasture an annual p.m., Thursday, May 10, in event.
Ash Grove Holds Graduation Ceremonies
The Dadeville Kinderon Friday, June 8, starting at garten screening for the 6:30 p.m. 2018-19 school year will be Chowning was among held Friday, April 27, the at founding members of the the Dadeville Baptist the William Gilbraith FieldOzark Mountain Daredevils Church. house at the high school in band,Your andchild wrotemust several of be at Ash Grove. The district has their five songs including least years old byLook Auschools at both Ash Grove Away,1. Leatherwood, Road gust and Bois D’Arc, with graduto Glory and Country Girl, Please call the school ating students coming from among others. He continues to schedule at 417-995-2201 both communities. to write music today. For your child’s appointment. morePlease information, have a call copy417of 366-9283 or 417-214-3812. your child’s birth certificate, by James McNary social security card, and Articles Editor Aldermen new (Jessie shot records. All paperwork Millican) and old (Rayincluding shot records will mond Harris) as well as need to be to the office no CONTENTS the mayor (David Enlater than July 1. Records/Obituaries.Page 2A
The program started with a welcome from Principal Chris Thompson, followed by the processional conducted by Diana Dreier. The song “For Good” was then performed by the school choir. Thompson introduced the speakers for the evening, which included students
Chloe Hardy, Tate Moreland, Josie Barnett, Ashley Rolewicz and Chase White. Following the speakers, the song “The Irish Blessing” was performed by the school choir.
Year-End Color Me Miller Run is Fun For All Gerald Lewis, son of Tash Lewis and John and Stephanie Lewis, (Photos by James McNary) stops mid-run to pose for the camera. Students, parents and faculty all ran through the streets of Miller to show off their colors. Field Day events occurred all morning with the annual Color Me Miller for run their taking services place tract that afternoon. Find ready for the board by more photos on page 14.
Aldermen, Mayor Sworn-In, Sewer Bond-Issue Discussed, Attorney Gets Raise At Board Meeting “Ash Grove Grads” Continued on page 12
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their next (Photo by Gina meeting. Langston) Bacorn said that in the event the didn’t qualify for a grant, it wouldn’t have to groff) took the oath of ofpay for that portion of the fice for their newly contract. beginning terms during the meeting of the GreenIn other business: field Board of Aldermen Other department reApril 17. City Attorney ports were presented, and Allen Rose was also given the performance of the Commencement School were: Tyler Bean***, Destinee Pruiett, Allison a raise to his monthlyexercisfee new animal control offi2018 graduating Kraig Beeson, Elle Bernet**, Sawyer, Samantha Shields, dueestoforthetheincreased time cer was praised by sevof Walnut High Caleb Bourke, Cory Coun- Hesston Shuler, Juliet Stilis working onGrove city-rehe class eral. School were held at 7 p.m. tryman, Owen Crain, Ceth ley*, Logan Thomazin**, lated matters. New graphics were Friday, May 11, in the WalCreed, Shane Crump*, Loand Logan Workmon. After validating the nut Grove gan Fite, Sierra Gibbons, approved for the police results of theFieldhouse. recent elec(A (***) denotes senior Hunter Gilkey*, Bayley City Clerk MarkHarDavis administers the summa oath of office Graduating summa cum Greenfield is graduating cum to the re-elected Alderman Ray- department vehicles. man*, Kyle Harris andLouderbaugh, Mayor David Engroff, well as newly elected laude this year were Tyler mond laude,as (**) denotes senior Alderman Jessie Millican, who is A fee increase from Cole Melton, Grace held Mill-by Bob taking the seat formerly White. Photos by James Bean and Grace Miller. is graduating magna cumMcNary $1,750/month to er***, Hope Moore, Steph- laude, (*) denotes senior is related facilities. to determine what grant $2,000/month was apThe 2018 graduating se- tion and the passage of system ani Ortiz, Brittany Parnell, graduating cum laude.) said that the Mis- eligibility the city may proved for City Attorney niors of Walnut Grove High the sewer bond issue, en- Jesky gineer Jerry Jesky and souri Department of Nat- have.
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RECORDS Death Notices
Herman Cecil Wilson II
Herman Cecil Wilson II, age 52, of Aurora, Missouri, died Friday, May 11, 2018, at the Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. A memorial service was held Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at the New Dawn United Pentecostal Church in Aurora. Arrangements are under the direction of the Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home in Aurora, Missouri. Online condolences may be shared at www. CraftonCantrellFuneralHome.com.
Hazel Mae White
Hazel Mae White, age 78, of Aurora, Missouri, died Sunday, May 13, 2018, at Cox South in Springfield, Missouri. A graveside service, under the direction of the Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home, in Aurora, Missouri, was held Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at the Maple Park Cemetery in Aurora. Memorial donations may be made payable to the American Cancer Society, in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared at www. CraftonCantrellFuneralHome.com
Clara Margaret Herr
Clara Margaret Herr, age 93, of Aurora,
Missouri, died Sunday, May 13, 2018, at the Ozarks Methodist Manor in Marionville, Missouri. A private family burial, under the care and direction of Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home was held Thursday, May 17, 2018, at the Maple Park Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www.CraftonCantrellFuneralHome.com.
Maggie Mae’s Tearoom was the destination for the Dade County Retired Teachers and School Personnel’s (DCARTA) monthly meeting Wednesday, May 9. After lunch was ordered, Connie Roseman, president, called the meeting to order and opened with prayer. Eleven members were present. Monthly reports were given, with Bonnie Farmer sharing we had 461 hours of volunteering this month. Six members had attended
Barbara Evelyn (Edwards) Sellars-Cooper, age 91, died at the Ozarks Methodist Manor on Monday, May 14, 2018. Funeral service, under the direction of Williams Funeral Home in Marionville, Missouri Friday, May 18, 2018. Burial followed in the Marionville IOOF Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www. WilliamsFuneralHomeMo.com
Itress Elaine Austin
Itress Elaine Austin, age 63, of Aurora, died Friday, May 11, 2018, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. A private family burial will be held at the Marionville IOOF Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www. CraftonCantrellFuneralHome.com
the April regional meeting. One of the speakers shared that their VOC TECH offered 14 schools 20-22 programs. Dade County has two retiring teachers, Dana Whitesell Chambers and Joanna Carter, whose teaching careers come to an end in May. On September 11 and 12, the state meeting will be held. Carolyn Carrier was nominated at Retiree of the Year from DCARTA. Roseman shared that she had purchased two pictures to be used as silent auction items for the state meeting.
After lunch, the group traveled to the Baptist Hill Campgrounds. Member Elaine Loverkamp and her husband, Jim, live there. Elaine gave us a tour and explained the many improvements that have been made in recent years. She also told the group about the many camps and retreats that are held there. In closing, Roseman reminded members the September 5 meeting will be at the Intermission Café at 11:30 a.m., followed by a tour of the Dade County Library.
Dade County Library to host story hour Ms. Mary’s last story hour will be Friday, June 1, with the theme Libraries Rock, so don’t miss out! After June’s story hour, the library will resume story hour in September.
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Miller of Walnut Grove Awarded MFA Foundation Scholarship Grace Charlene Miller, a graduating senior at Walnut Grove R-V High School, has won a $2,000 MFA Foundation Scholarship. Miller is the child of Dawna and John Miller. She plans to attend University of Missouri-Co-
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The story hour will be at the Dade County Library, 209 South Main, Greenfield, from 10-11 a.m. The program is for children ages 3-5 years of age. There will also be crafts, goody bags and a
UCM Releases Spring 2018 Dean’s List The following local student(s) have earned a spot on the University of Central Missouri Dean’s List. 4.0 Dean’s List at UCM Margaret L. Schmiegelow, Lockwood. 3.5 to 3.99 Dean’s List at UCM Abby M. Toler, Dadeville. Casey Jo Short, Greenfield.
free book for each participant. “We hope to see you one last time before your summer officially begins!” says the staff.
lumbia, Columbia. The scholarship was sponsored by MFA Oil Propane of Walnut Grove. It is one of approximately 340 scholarships presented this year MFA Incorporated, MFA Oil Company and their affiliates.
Greenfield aldermen vote for use tax, building condemnation By James McNary Articles Editor
The Greenfield Board of Aldermen met in regular session on Tuesday, May 15. Jerry Jesky of Olson & Associates engineers was present to discuss further steps in the city sewer project. Jesky said that the plan was to have contracts in hand by next month to review and to formalize the work the firm has done for the city so far and will continue doing throughout the project and up to at least a year afterward. “The state is really wanting engineers to stick with projects from ‘the cradle to the grave’ anymore,” said Jesky. Jesky said a funding method will also need to be determined for payment to the engineering firm for this fiscal year, which will end prior to the approved funding becoming available to the city. These payments can be reimbursed from that funding, and the issue will be addressed in the contracts. Several with the Dade County Improvement Group were present to discuss the upcoming Buffalo Days. Kim Rhodes said that the group had been contacted by a traveling carnival that would be passing through
the area during the time of Buffalo Days and would like to set up some rides, at no cost to the festival, for 20 percent of the take. Rhodes said the carnival would need to set up about six rides for it to be worth their while. This would be the first time carnival rides have been present during Buffalo Days in several years. “I don’t see a problem with it, as long as they’ve got their insurance paperwork in order,” said Mayor David Engroff. The board went on to vote 3-0 in favor of allowing the carnival to set up on the east side of the square pending verification of their insurance coverage (Alderman Raymond Harris was absent). “I’ll be the first to run them off if we don’t like them!” Rhodes said after the vote. Rhodes went on to say that demand for vendor booths had picked up this year – partly because there are lots of politicians, as well as a few food vendors. Rhodes said that the Improvement Group will be serving buffalo burger dinners again this year, but that the fire department will not be able to have their usual barbecue cookout this year. City Attorney Allen Rose presented a proposed ordi-
nance, discussed at the last meeting, to enact a use tax. Rose said that in order for there to be an election to enact the tax, the paperwork would need to be turned in to the county clerk’s office by the end of the month. Rose further explained that enacting the use tax would allow the city to continue collecting moneys currently being collected as sales tax revenue which would otherwise be lost at the ending of the grandfather period in the near future. The use tax would be pegged to the sales tax. If the sales tax is changed or repealed, the use tax would be changed or repealed. After reviewing the proposed ordinance, the board voted 3-0 in favor of enacting a use tax pending voter approval via election. Rose said that he would file the appropriate paperwork with the county clerk’s office. Next, Rose had Police Chief Tim Larkin swornin for an emergency condemnation hearing. Larkin testified that the building located at 210 Boisseau in Greenfield had been vacant for some time, but had recently been subject to a fire and was now presenting a serious danger to the public and requested that the building be condemned and demolished, which was approved.
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COMMUNITY Open House for Dade OACAC
The Dade County Ozark Community Action Corporation branch will be hosting a come-and-go open house from 3-5 p.m., Wednesday, May 23, at their Greenfield office located at 2 N. Main St. Refreshments will be provided, and drawings will be held for local prizes. Find out what Community Action means to Dade county at this drop-in event Community members/ agencies and families interested in services are invited to attend.
Courthouse to close May 25, 28 The Dade County Courthouse will be closed on Friday, May 25, for Buffalo Days. The Dade County Courthouse will be closed on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.
Fourth Friday BBQ at Stockton Presbyterian
The Stockton Presbyterian Church will hold their May Fourth Friday Big BBQ on May 25 from 5-7 p.m. Grilled burgers, hot dogs, chicken and sides with dessert will be available. “Everything fresh and tasty! Enjoy great music celebrating those who serve and have served in our military!” said Rev. Mary Kay Glunt, church pastor. “As always, this is a free dinner, and donations are appreciated.” Glunt said that the Fourth Friday BBQs are a program of the Stockton Presbyterian Church to help build up a sense of community among neighbors over a great meal, and to help individuals and families with a meal at the end of the month. This a Christ-centered ministry of worship, fellowship, education, and evangelistic outreach. Their mission is to serve Jesus Christ, working together to meet the needs of all ages within the congregation, the local community, and the world.
The Stockton Presbyterian Church is located at 13900 E. State Highway 32, 1.3 miles west of the square, in Stockton. For more information, contact the church office at 417-276-5331 or stocktonpresbyterianmo@gmail.com. The church also has a page on Facebook.
Strawberries & Cream At Buffalo Days
The St. Patrick Parish Council of Catholic Women will have a Strawberries and Ice Cream Fundraiser booth at the Greenfield Buffalo Days on Saturday, May 26th. The cost will be $4 with proceeds going to send youth to Camp Re-NEW-All, as well as other community events.
Local Pools to Open May 26
The municipal swiming pools in Greenfield and Lockwood are set to open for the season May 26. In Greenfield, pool hours will be from noon-6 p.m., Monday-Saturday. In Lockwood, the pool hours will be from 12:30-5:30 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday, closed Mondays. For more information, contact the pools directly, or see the full story included elsewhere in this edition of the Vedette.
Last Dade Co. Library Story Hour Before Fall The last story hour with Ms. Mary at the Dade County Libary before the program resumes in September will be 10-11 a.m., Friday, June 1, in the library at 209 S. Main St. in Greenfield. The program, for children 3-5 years old, will also include crafts, goodie bags and a free book for each participant.
CBCO Stockton Blood Drive
The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will be hosting a blood drive
Wednesday, May 30, from noon-5 p.m., at the Lake Stockton Elks Lodge No. 2858, located at 803 Arnold Wallen Way, in Stockton. There is a current need for all negative blood types. Participants in this drive will receive a summer t-shirt with a patriotic message. To be eligible to give blood, participants need to weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good health and present a valid photo ID. For more information, visit the CBCO website at www.cbco.org or call 800280-5337.
Fish Fry at AG Senior Center The Ash Grove Sunshine Center will be serving fried fish on Sunday June 3, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The price is $8 for adults, $3.50 for children ages 6-12, with children age 5 and younger eating free. The price includes the meal, a drink and dessert.
Songwriting Seminar led by R. Chowning Piccadilly Junktion in South Greenfield will be hosting a songwriting seminar featuring Randle Chowning on Friday, June 8, starting at 6:30 p.m. Chowning was among the founding members of the Ozark Mountain Daredevils band, and wrote several of their songs including Look Away, Leatherwood, Road to Glory and Country Girl, among others. He continues to write music today. The cost for the seminar is $15, and as seating is limited, advance payment is requested. For more information, call 417-3669283 or 417-214-3812.
Agapé School Production Sale, Clinic in June
The Agapé Boarding School of Stockton will host their Ride Prosperously Production Sale and Horsemanship Clinic on June 15-16 at the
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Agapé Ranch, 12998 E. 1400 Road, Stockton. The free, two-day horsemanship clinic, featuring Curt Pate, will run from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m.-noon on Saturday. Concessions will be available all day Friday. On Saturday, there will be a free “cowboy” breakfast served starting at 9 a.m. before the horsemanship clinic, followed by a free lunch of smoked brisket and pulled pork sandwiches at noon. Final horse previews will be at 1 p.m. Saturday with the sale starting at 2 p.m. The sale will feature three- and four-year-old quarter horses, started and ridden by residents of the Agapé Ranch. All horses will be sold, catalogs will be available on request. In addition, a new, handmade R.L. Olson saddle will awarded to the buyer of the top-selling horse.
GHS Class of 1963 Reunion The Greenfield High School Class of 1963 will hod their 55-year class reunion June 16 at the Arcola Lions Club Building, starting at 10:30 a.m., followed by lunch at Ken’s Cafe, also in Arcola. Refreshment will be served after lunch. The organizers hope that their fellow classmates will come join them for fun and visiting. For more information, call Dale Grisham at 417-424-3246.
GHS Class of ‘67 to Meet Before School Reunion
The Greenfield High School Class of 1967 will be meeting prior to the 2018 All-School Reunion 2-5 p.m., Saturday, June 16, in the Greenfield Junior High School cafeteria, before dismissing to attend the All-School Reunion. Organizers are inviting their classmates to get together and visit, and also bring along their classic car, truck, muscle car, sports car, hot rod or rat rod to display for passersby to observe and admire. Space will be reserved out front of the junior high school building.
Crowder to host a manufacturing technology camp Crowder College will be hosting a camp this summer that is designed to help inspire the next generation of inventors, engineers, entrepreneurs and manufacturers, the camp is a technical, hands-on experience to introduce students to 21st-century manufacturing technology and basic entrepreneurial skills. The camp is for girls and boys ages 14-16 and will take place June 18-29, 2018, in the Roy Blunt MARET (Missouri Alternative & Renewable Energy Technology) Center on the Neosho campus. Students in the AMPED
(Advanced Manufacturing Product Entrepreneurial Design) program will learn about renewable and alternative types of energy, particularly solar energy. In addition, students will be introduced to the world of entrepreneurship and to pilot a recycling project that will keep virtually 100% of powder coat waste out of Missouri’s landfills. “This camp will provide students an opportunity to learn firsthand how to design, produce and bring a concept to market. Industry is always looking for employees who have a mix of
Willard Parks Dept. hopes to set a record on June 18 The city of Willard Parks Department is hoping the community turns out to help them break a Guinness World Record on June 18, when cyclists participating in the Big BAM (Bicycle Across Missouri on old U.S. Highway 66) event pedal into town. To coincide with the BAM event, Willard Parks is organizing an attempt to break the record for the longest static chain of bicycles. The current record was set in Berlin, Germany, in 2015, with 1,448 bikes counted. It would take at least 1,500 for the record-breaking attempt to be successful. “As a city, we want to use the Guinness World Record attempt to bring more people to the trail,” said Willard Parks Director J.C. Loveland,
via statement. “Over the past couple of years, the city of Willard along with the Willard Area Chamber of Commerce have been really focusing on bringing people into town using special events and other activities that highlight what Willard has to offer families. Breaking a world record seemed like the perfect opportunity to bring families into Willard with a common goal, a chance to be part of history.” Lining up of bicycles will begin Monday evening, June 18, as riders enter the city from Joplin along Old Route 66. In addition, the city of Willard is inviting anyone to bring their own bike to join the BAM riders and help to set a record. For more information, visit bigbamride. com.
creativity, technical aptitude and critical thinking skills Crowder’s AMPED summer camp will help students grow in each of these abilities,” Dr. Melissa Oates, AMPED Summer Camp Coordinator. The registration fee is $200 per student, which includes a camp t-shirt, instruction and materials, lunch, and transportation to field trip at K&S Wire. Due to the handson nature of the program,
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space is limited. Scholarships may be available to qualified campers. Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Registration is available at: http:// www.crowder.edu/ grants/ amped-camp/ This camp is part of a national program developed by Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs®, the Foundation of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association.
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Helen Russell & Company to perform at Opera House May 26 The band Helen Russell & Company will be in performance at the Greenfield Opera House from 6-8 p.m., May 26, during Buffalo Days. Band vocalist Helen Russell was previously with the famed Lee Mace’s Ozark Opry at the Lake of the Ozarks, where she spent 19 seasons as a performer, doing shows six nights a week during the season. Her band now performs year-round, doing over 150 shows a year all across the United States. The husband-and-wife duo also features Elvis Russell on bass. Other instruments used in their musical act include
the keyboard, banjo and drums. The group is recognized by the Missouri Arts Council as approved Missouri touring performers. The Arts Council describes their act including music from genres country, bluegrass, Gospel and ‘50s-‘70s classic rock and other family-friendly variety show features such as impersonations and comedy. Admission for the performance at the Opera House is $12 in advance or $15 at the door. For more information, contact the Greenfield Opera House on the square or at 417-637-6091.
Surprise Party Planned for Kramer’s 90th The family of Bonnie Kramer is inviting family and friends to help her celebrate her 90th birthday. A surprise party has been set for 4 p.m., Saturday, May 26, at the Kramer residence, 117 Shouse Street in Greenfield.
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Everton FFA Chapter holds annual banquet By James McNary Articles Editor
About 60 members and guests attended the Everton FFA Chapter’s annual banquet, held May 9 in the Everton school gymnasium. A meal of barbecued meats and sides with dessert was served, followed by a message from Missouri State FFA Vice President Chance Wallace, the presentation of awards, and the installation of new officers. Chapter members were also recognized for their efforts throughout the year and recent accomplishments during contest season. This will also be the chapter’s last banquet with their current adviser, Cheryl Ficken, who is leaving the Everton district. Outgoing officers for the 2017-18 school year were: President – Andi Montgomery, Vice President – Elizabeth Carter, Secretary – Kaylyn Whitney, Treasurer – Wyatt Atkisson, Reporter – Madie Hayes, Sentinel – Olivia Gately.
The Everton FFA officer team perform the well-known formal FFA meeting opening ceremony at the beginning of the Everton FFA Banquet held May 9 in the Everton school gymnasium. (Photo by James McNary)
Incoming officers for the 2018-19 school year are: President – Wyatt Atkisson, Vice President – Kaylyn Whitney, Secretary – Evan Harden, Treasurer – James Bassett, Reporter – Madie Hayes, Sentinel – Olivia Gately, and Adviser – Haleigh Harris.
Retiring Everton FFA President Andrea “Andi” Montgomery, who is also serving as 2017-18 president of Missouri FFA Area IX, will also be serving as a Missouri State FFA Vice President for the 2018-19 academic year.
Greenfield Sixth Grade Class Promoted
Front row: Giavani Ramano, Hunter Downey, Nash McGuire, Jake Julian, Cera Dickerson, Gabby Back, Gabby Moore, Elizabeth Cunningham, Gracie Garcia, Nicole Veach, Lawson Peck, Payton Wilson, Landon Spriggs, Dominik Purkey, Corbin Mann, Tyler Jordan, Octavio Anaya. Middle row: Alex Pickett, Frank Wiesbach, Hayden Keithley, Grace Wilson, Shae Gray, Kylee Scott, McKenzi Thorpe, Zane Sparks, Josh Price, Alan Ritchie. Back row: Megan Lundy, Brianna Kretzmann, Emma Goodwin, Marshall Robertson, Xander Vaughn, Ellie Loonsfoot, Kaiden Daniel, Seth Crouch, Joseph Seaton. (Photo submitted by Rachel Lewandowski, Greenfield Schools)
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Cossins, Demster: Lockwood Teachers Of The Year
Lockwood schools honored their teachers of the year on May 15. The elementary honor went to Rebecca Cossins and the high school honor went to Kevin Demster. The award was based on the ability to be a good Tiger teammate! Congratulations for all your hard work! (Submitted Photo)
S&H Farm Supply Awards Excellence in Agriculture FFA Foundation Scholarships From S&H Farm Supply
S&H Farm Supply of Lockwood is pleased to award two, $1,000 FFA Foundation scholarships for the 20172018 FFA scholarship year. As an approved national FFA scholarship sponsor and in cooperation with AGCO, S&H Farm Supply presented these awards at the Lockwood FFA Chapter’s annual banquet. The Lockwood FFA members receiving these scholarships were Rachel Schnelle, daughter of Eric and Mary Schnelle, and Jayd Forst, son of Bryan and Pam Forst. Both students plan on continuing their education and majoring in an agriculture related field. The National FFA Scholarship Committee took into consideration FFA involvement, work experience, community service, leadership skills and academic records. Supervised agricultural experience (SAE) programs and future goals were also part of the selection criteria. S&H Farm Supply asks the community to join them, the National FFA Organization
and AGCO in congratulating these students. “We are proud to participate in this outstanding scholarship program,” said Eric Schnelle, President, S&H Farm Supply, Inc. “As a locally owned and operated agricultural business, we understand the importance of supporting students who wish to pursue an agricultural education or further their education, beyond high school. Agriculture is constantly changing and providing new opportunities. We believe our support of scholarships through the FFA will strengthen the agricultural interests in the young people in our communities. The
knowledge and experiences developed through FFA will definitely help them achieve their educational goals past high school.” For more details on the scholarship program and the National FFA Organization, visit www.FFA.org/scholarships. S&H Farm Supply is a locally, family-owned and operated business established at Lockwood in 1969 by founder Wayne Schnelle, who is still active in the business. The company now has locations in Rogersville, Joplin and Mtn. Grove in addition to the original location in Lockwood. Visit their website at sandhcountry.com.
Everton Tiger Cubs recognized as 2018 top small school program by MSBA By James McNary Articles Editor
The preschool program of the Everton R-III School District was recently recognized by the Missouri School Boards’ Association as the top program in the state among small schools for the 2017-18 academic year. The program, known as the Tiger Cubs, is led by teacher Darla Spalding, aided by Regina Hurd. The Everton program, which is for three-, four- and five-year-old students, was a finalist for the same award last year. There are currently 20 students enrolled in the program, with a waiting list for available spaces. “Preschool is an opportunity for early learning – learning to play together, share – it helps put together the concepts of what the alphabet and other subjects are, to build a foundation for kindergarten,” said Spalding. Preschool programs are becoming more and more important nowadays as things that were once taught in
Pictured here on one of the last days of the school year are some of the participants in the Everton R-III Tiger Cubs program and their instructors. The program was recently recognized as the top small-school program in the state by the Missouri School Boards’ Association. From left, the students are (first row): Ava Holland, Harleigh Mead, Allie Stacey, Owen Kenney, (second row) Cooper McGill, Cylas Conn, Kelby Gilmore, Kilei Bauer, Aubree Hernandez, (third row) Devon Myers, Eli Kenney, Scarlett Long, Jeremiah Bassett, Asher Gladden, Kiley Jones, (back) Darla Spalding and Regina Hurt. Not pictured were Jackson Snyder, Weston Little, Charlie McMains, Wayden Vigesaa, and Christopher Pace, Jr. (Photo by James McNary)
higher grade levels are now being taught at younger and younger ages, said Spalding, who has been teaching in early childhood programs, including kindergarten, for 18 years. What a parent learned in first grade their child might be learning today in preschool. Recognizing that need, the Everton program was begun in 2014 after receiving a grant to fund the start-up, which Spalding helped to write. The program is licensed for 20 students by the state of Missouri as a preschool. There is a tuition charge for students to attend, and acceptance is
on a first-come, first-serve basis, with preference given to students residing within the boundaries of the Everton R-III district (children from outside the district, especially districts lacking similar programs, are accepted as well). A typical class K-12 would have 12-15 students. “Looking at the family questionnaires that come back, they consistently give us the highest ratings,” said Spalding. Spalding said children in the program learn through guided interaction in activities such as playing. Parents can be as involved as they
want to be. “It’s just a combination of everything,” said Spalding. “It helps the kids to learn, ‘I can do this, I got this.’” For winning the top program award, which is officially called the FutureBuilders’ Early Childhood Education Program of the Year Award, the Tiger Cubs program will need to make a 10-minute video presentation, which will be shown during the MSBA annual conference in September, at Lake of the Ozarks. The program will be honored in the Saturday afternoon session of the conference as well.
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Historical society discusses Civil War event, possible fundraisers Decision also made to demolish dilapidated structures By James McNary Articles Editor
While discussing the upcoming Civil War re-enactment event and ideas for potential fundraisers at their meeting May 12, the seven members present and assembled of the Dade County Historical Society also decided to move forward with some overdue repairs on the Hulston Mill building. While discussing the ongoing project to repair the roof of the mill building, society member Larry Wilson reported that the cedar siding on the back side of the mill is
torn all to pieces. Wilson said the deterioration is likely due to the siding being improperly applied in the first place, and then being disturbed when a doorway was cut into that wall several years ago. Wilson suggested replacing the siding with galvanized steel panels – though not historically accurate, it is on the back side of the building hidden from view and could prevent further damage from occurring quickly and affordably. This proposal was approved. Proposal for new fundraisers were also discussed, including the possibility of a
craft fair to be held the second weekend of October and horseback trail-riding poker run. A decision will need to be made by Civil War Days on the craft fair, which as proposed would have 90 booth spots available at the park for $30 apiece. No live animals, no firearms, and no prepared food vending would be allowed. The cook shack and camping sites would be open on the ground, hopefully to bring in some revenue for the society. There has already been some interest reported, and a committee (Angela Ward, Felicia White and Ida Jett) was named to head up
the project. The group also reluctantly voted to demolish two of the smaller buildings (not related to the mill) that have been moved to the site over the years that have been deemed too far gone to save, and to salvage any materials worth saving or that were potentially historically significant. In other business, the society decided to purchase at least five 55-gallon drums with locking lids to store corn for grinding in the mill; to purchase an ice freezer offered to them by an Everton business for $500; and heard other regular reports.
Dade County Community Theatre To Hold Reunion From Andrea Cross
Mark your calendars for the 30th reunion of the Dade County Community Theatre coming up on Sunday, June 10. The reunion will be held at the Intermission Café in the Opera House building from 4-6 p.m. If you ever participated in a play, supported the theatre in any way,
or even attended a play at the Opera House, you and your family are invited to attend this reunion. The organizers will be honoring those who were involved in the Dade County Community Theatre in the past including John and Janet McClanahan, Johnny Belle Dean, Bob Pitts, Hilda and Jim Wallace, Shelly Sparks,
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Ruth Rubenstein, Alma McKinley, John Boguardus, Marvin Wilson, Ken Noblett, Julie Deltzar, Clara Koca, and Ed Koca. A special program will be held during the reunion along with a display of programs, pictures, costumes, and other memorabilia. A trivia contest will be held. A taco buffet will be served during the af-
ternoon, so a count of who is coming is needed. Please RSVP by calling either Kathy Koca at 417-262-3825 or Andrea Cross at 417-637-2095. Leave a message with your name and how many will be attending with you. Registration can also be done by visiting Facebook page. “We look forward to seeing all of you again,” says Koca.
Lockwood Library News From Phyllis Hagerman Lockwood Public Library
Storytime will have shared our last Curious George readings by the time this paper comes out. And we will have our Curious George movie on Thursday! The movie party starts at 10 a.m. Come join the fun and laugh at all of Curious George’s adventures! This is just the beginning of the fun to be had at the Lockwood Library this summer. The Libraries Rock! Summer Reading Program starts June 4 - that’s a Monday - with a party. By 10 a.m. there will be snacks and music. Then you can register and pick up your logs and other information so that you can make the most of what we can offer. Also, the Bookmark Contest will be judged on June 4, so get your entries in! If you lost your blank, stop by the Library to get another before June 4. Teens - be sure and check with your friends about what time you want to meet at the Library on Thursdays. The party on June 4 might be a good time to get togeth-
er to decide this. Tuesdays will feature the regular Storytime for those up to 7 years but with extra crafts and four special presenters with cool things to share. Those four special presentations are open to all our Libraries Rock! readers. Schedules will be posted at the Library and around town. At 11 a.m. we will have activities and crafts for those 8-12 years old. Reading Log Prizes! For every reading log turned in there will be a small prize. If you turn in 12 logs, you get a bigger prize and get entered in the Grand Prize drawing for your age group. So even if you can’t make it to our special events, you can win prizes just for reading books checked out of our Library this summer. You don’t need to wait for June 4 to visit the library and get your library card - which you will need to check out materials this summer. We are open Monday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Wednesday 9 a.m.-noon, Thursday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and every Saturday 9 a.m.-noon.
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Thrivent Action Team Volunteers Landscape RHAA Home
From Penny White
On Monday, May 14, a team of volunteers using a $250 grant from Thrivent Financial landscaped around a home in Lockwood being built by volunteers associated with Restored Hope
Against Addictions. Restored Hope Against Addictions, Inc. is a not-forprofit started by Rev. Gary Griffin of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Lockwood, to assist in giving hope to people suffering from addictions.
The ultimate goal of RHAA is to help recovering addicts who are working full-time jobs, become responsible citizens in the community and have an opportunity to be home owners. The Thrivent Action Team Grant provided plants and
trees and contributed toward the lunch for all the volunteers. “What a blessing of RHAA, Thrivent Financial, and community volunteers working together for the good of others and the community,” said Griffin.
McKenzie, Martin Announce Engagement
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin McKenzie, Mr. and Mrs. Arliss Hester and Thomas Martin are proud to announce the engagement of their children, Cole Martin and Kaylia McKenzie. Kaylia is a 2012 graduate of Greenfield High School. She received her BA from College of the Ozarks in 2017 and is a licensed in-
surance agent for USAA. Cole is a 2011 graduate of Willard High School and is currently employed with Yokum Fence, Co., of Willard. A late summer wedding is planned for September 15 at the Venue at Stockton Lake, LLC, beginning at 4 p.m.
Local not-for-profit raising funds to help adults with limited mobility commute to work It’s hard enough for rural adults who cannot drive to get around, especially to get to work. To make work possible for these adults, friends and family members of rural Lamar Enterprises employees in 2012 formed a non-profit transportation service called LGL, Inc. (for (L)ockwood-(G)olden City-outside (L)amar). The sole mission of this 501(c)3 organization is to provide transportation between home and work for Lamar Enterprises’ rural employees. Seed grants from the Findley Charitable Foundation and donations from individuals and businesses in the areas served allowed the purchase of two used church vans equipped to accommodate riders with limited mobility. Recently, LGL was invited to partner with the Lockwood Community Founda-
tion, a regional affiliate of the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. Each year the Lockwood Community Foundation hosts a May Giving Ozarks campaign to raise funds for a named charity. For 2018, this charity is LGL, Inc., and the Lockwood Community Foundation has set a goal of raising $15,000 to support LGL. They are calling this year’s campaign “Give a Lift!” Unlike in past years, this year the campaign will run throughout the rest of May. Currently, 10 riders benefit from LGL, Inc’s transportation service. They live outside Lamar (3), in or near Golden City or Sylvania (4), or in Lockwood (3). Being on limited income, riders are asked to pay a modest fare of $2.50 per day, although riders are accepted even if unable to pay. Operating and maintaining
the vans costs $32,000 per year. Based on 2017 records, rider fares cover just 14 percent of annual operational costs. LGL, Inc. and a $5,000 per year grant from Community Support Services (Joplin) contributes 16 percent. The remaining 70 percent of operational funds come from fundraisers and donations from individuals, businesses, churches, and local organizations. The funds LGL receives each year is enough to maintain the vans, but is not enough to build capital for the inevitable need to replace at least one of the high-mileage vans. Failure to replace one of these vans in the next two years could lead to ending this service. All funds acquired during this year’s campaign directly support operating costs for LGL – no donations are taken for administrative ex-
penses. Also, the Lockwood Community Foundation and three additional local donors have pledged matching funds for meeting incremental fundraising goals. For each $3,000 in smaller donations received, another $1,000 will be donated by these larger donors. There are three ways to donate to LGL, Inc.: • Donations can be made electronically using a secure link: https://causemomentum.org/projects/givealift • Donations can also be made by check, made out to: Lockwood Community Foundation. Please put LGL, Inc., in the memo line. Checks can be mailed to Lockwood Community Foundation, P.O. Box F, Lockwood, MO 65682. • Donations can be dropped off at Prairie Mountain or Prairie Mercantile in Lockwood.
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These colors do run at the Color Me Miller 2018
Dade County Library Announces Summer Reading Program From LaNita Hackney
As part of their last week of school activities, the Color Me Miller Team (a team of sixth grade students) with financial help from the Miller PTO put on a color run for both the elementary and high school. Clockwise from top right, Marissa Laxton and Dylan Lewis try to evade the colored powder during the color run., Alexis Parrish enjoys getting a little dirty during the run. Aside from the clouds of colored powder, it’s just another workout for this track star. The water relay races seemed to be the most popular activity during the field day. Maggie Berry plays with the parachute during field day. (Photos by Gina Langston)
Everton last day of school awards assembly
Dade County Library is excited about their summer reading program. Speakers are coming, prizes will be given, books will be read, and a good time will be had by all. The 2018 summer reading program is Libraries Rock! Participants will be given the opportunity to improve their reading skills and enrich their summer with learning experiences with prizes and activities. The reading portion runs from June 1-August 3. The activities will be held at Dade County Library during the weeks of July 1011 and 17-19. The program is free and open to children ages 7-16 of all abilities. Registration for Libraries Rock! will be held at the Dade County Library beginning Monday, May 21-June 1 and will be extended until full. Each person will receive a packet explaining the schedule, the rules, and the forms that need to be completed to participate in this exciting summer program. Space is limited and early registration is recommended. The Dade County Library and its staff care about the young people in the community and is working hard to plan a program that will excite and motivate Dade County youth to read to learn and to read for pleasure. The speakers and activities are
geared to generate the need for information and the joy of reading. The presenters will bring us delightful presentations on “Hidden Treasures that Missouri Rocks Hold”, “Rockin’ All Over the World”, “Digging in Dade”, and “We Got the Beat”. Each session will discuss “Rocks”, with geology or a music basis. Dade County Library is excited and is ready to “Rock!” Dade County Library wants to let everyone in Dade County know that our “Library Rocks!” by encouraging young people to read and keep their minds and bodies active during the summer months and ready to begin school in the fall with success as a goal. For more information, contact Barbie or LaNita at Dade County Library 417 -637-5334. We look forward to seeing you! This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
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The last day of school for Everton was Thursday. Above, students recite the pledge before receiving awards. Kindergartener Wesley Vigesaa, son of Courtnie Vigesaa, earns the student of the year award from teacher Tiffany Story. (Photos by Gina Langston)
POPPY PROCLAMATION FOR THE CITY OF LOCKWOOD WHEREAS, America is the land of freedom, preserved and protected willingly and freely by citizen soldiers; WHEREAS, Millions who have answered the call to arms have died on the field of battle; WHEREAS, A nation must be reminded of the price of war and the debt owed to those who have died in war; WHEREAS, The red poppy has been designated as a symbol of sacrifice of lives in all wars; and WHEREAS, The American Legion Auxiliary has pledged to remind Americans annually of this debt through the distribution of the Memorial flower; THEREFORE, I Lawrence Allen, Mayor of the City of Lockwood, Dade County, Missouri do hereby proclaim this 28th day of May 2018 as POPPY DAY in our town and ask that all citizens pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the, name of freedom by wearing a Memorial Poppy on this day. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have here unto set my hand and caused to be affixed the official seal of Lockwood, Dade County, Missouri this 10th day of May 2018.
Poppy Day Reminds Us Of Sacrifice From the American Legion Auxiliary, Roy E. Carr Post, Lockwood
For over 70 years, the American Legion Auxiliary has sponsored Poppy Day to remind America that millions have sacrificed their lives and health to keep our nation strong and free. The poppy which grew wild on the battlefields of Flanders became, in the minds of the doughboys of World War I, a symbol of the sacrifice which they had endured. It had flourished among the shelled buildings and bomb-scarred landscape. Its brilliant red bloom, so much like the blood which had been shed there, became a sign of hope and renewal for those who lived and walked away. For those who would never leave, those who had sacrificed their lives, it was a perpetual memorial to their bravery. American veterans brought home that image and planted it with the Auxiliary where it has bloomed every year for the benefit of those who served America. The Memorial Poppy contributions are devoted entirely to rehabilitation and assistance for veterans and their families. On behalf of America’s veterans, thank you for caring. The American Legion Auxiliary invites you to join us in our conscientious efforts for the community. If you are eligible to join, won’t you
please contact a Unit near your home? You’ll find The American Legion Post listed in your telephone directory. Your membership is important to us and to the millions of veterans who need our help. ELIGIBILITY FOR MEMBERSHIP The mother, wife, sister, daughter, granddaughter or great-grand- daughter of a member of The American Legion. The mother, wife, sister, daughter, granddaughter or great-grand- daughter of a man or woman who was killed or died while serving in WW I, WW II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Grenada, Lebanon, Panama, or the Persian Gulf War. The mother, wife, sister, daughter, granddaughter or great-grand- daughter of a veteran of one of the wars who has died since honorable discharge from war service. Yourself, a woman veteran of WW I, WW II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Grenada, Lebanon, Panama, or the Persian Gulf War during the eligibility period. ELIGIBILITY DATES World War I: April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918 World War II: December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946. Korean War: June 25, 1950 to January 31,1955. Vietnam War: December 22, 1961 to May 7, 1975. Grenada/Lebanon: August
24, 1982 to July 31, 1984. Panama: December 20, 1989 to January 31, 1990. Persian Gulf War: August 2, 1990 to Cessation of Hostilities.
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Lockwood Tigers Finished Eighth, Miller’s Richardson Second Overall
Sawyer Dodd played his part in defeating Exeter in the district championship game Wednesday. Above he dives back to first to avoid being tagged out and then rounds 3rd to make it safely home. (Photos by Gina Langston)
Sports Scoreboard by Bob Jackson Above, Reese Fyfe, Jack Purinton, Justin Nentrup, Roy Snider and Blaine Garver after winning second place at the district level. The team went on to take first place at sectionals and eighth in state. Below, Preston Richardson took second place during state play. (Submitted Photos)
By Bob Jackson
Lockwood Tigers Golf Team finished eighth in Class 1 golf and Preston Richardson, Miller, finished second overall. The Lockwood Tigers High School golf team played in the Missouri State Golf Championship at the Rivercut Golf Course in Springfield and finished eighth with
a score of 795. Gallatin High School won the title with a score of 696 in the two-day event. Individual scores were Roy Snyder 20th, Reese Fyfe 25th, Justin Nentrup 57th, Jack Purinton 86th and Blaine Garver 87th. Preston Richardson, a sophomore at Miller High School, finished second in the big field with a score of 153.
Wildcats Maul Tigers for Title
The Greenfield varsity baseball team upset Exeter 7-0 in the district championship game last Wednesday to claim the title. (Submitted Photo)
Lockwoods Holman Signs to Play College Basketball with Hannibal-LaGrange
Lockwood senior, Cade Holman, pictured on the right, has committed to play varsity basketball at Hannibal-LaGrange University under Coach Jason Durst, pictured with Cade. (Submitted Photo)
All-Conference Softball Honorees
Greenfield High School All-Conference Softball: Morgan Wright, Rendie Burns, Aubrey Davis, Lauren Jones and Kiarra Mai. (Submitted Photo)
1ST TEAM OUTFIELD: Lau-
ren Jones, Greenfield.
2ND TEAM INFIELD: Macy
Mitchell, Miller, Riley Pennington, Miller; Olivia Cook, Miller; Kiarra Mai, Greenfield.
HONORABLE MENTION IN-
FIELD: Hope Dunnagan, Lockwood; Aubrey Davis, Greenfield. OUTFIELD: Casey Bates, Lockwood. PITCHERS – Rendie Burns, Greenfield; Ashlynn Hill,
Miller; Tarryn Glenn, Lockwood. CATCHERS – SevRen Smith, Lockwood. UTILITY – Jessica Epps, Miller; Morgan Wright, Greenfield.
The 2017-2018 high school sports season is close to an end. The Class 1 and Class 2 State Track Championships were May 18, 19, in Jefferson City. The Lockwood boys team finished sixth with 27 points in Class 1 and Greenfield had 14 points for 19th place. Sectional baseball in Class 1 was Monday, May 21 and quarterfinal play was Wednesday, May 23. State Championship Play is set for May 28, 29. A sad note in the sports world: Alan Rhea, 58, the GHS boys basketball coach from 1984-1986, passed away in Kearney. Rhea, a Purdy High School grad, was known by his players, fellow teachers and parents as friendly, outgoing, knowledgeable and was an outstanding coach at GHS. GHS football players and parents are set for a meeting with the new GHS football coach on Tuesday, June 5. The Wildcats will again play 11-man football in 2018 and have nine non-conference games scheduled.
Bob Kemp and the late Jack Willis. Relay members were Logan Sparkman, Jobe Edwards, Brady Oeltjen, Justin Nentrup and Luke Nentrup.
BASEBALL SCORES GREENFIELD: The Wildcats won the Class 1, District 6 baseball title the first time since 2015 with two wins last week. GHS edged Hurley 8-6 at Hurley. In the title game played at the Jerry Rook Field in Greenfield, the Wildcats, seeded number two, blanked top-seeded Exeter 7-0 on May 16. Junior pitcher, Gage Burns, struck out five and walked no one. Key hits by Greenfield batters with men on base insured the win. Greenfield hosted Dora (19-6), winners of District 5, on Monday, May 21, at Greenfield. Should Greenfield win they would play Walnut Grove in quarterfinal play on May 23.
LOCKWOOD: The Tigers, seeded number two at the Class 2 Districts at Liberal, were beaten by Morrisville 3-1 and finished their season at 11-8. Morrisville beat Liberal in the finals. DADEVILLE: The Bearcats ended their season in district play at Halfway, losing to Weaubleau 14-0. MILLER: The Cardinal baseball team lost to College Heights in their only game of Class 2 district play. Purdy won the title. WALNUT GROVE: The Tigers, ranked No. 1 in Class 1, won two games in Class 1, District 7 play at Halfway to advance to sectional play. WG topped Weaubleau 13-3 and then beat Halfway 4-0. They played Sheldon in El Dorado Springs on Monday, May 21 in sectional action. A win moves the Tigers closer to the Final Four.
STATE TRACK CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS The Greenfield boys and girls and the Lockwood boys took part in the Missouri State Class 1 State Track Meet in Jefferson City, May 18-19. To advance to state, athletes had to compete in district and sectional meets. Competition is strong at the state meet. The Tiger boys finished sixth with 27 points. They finished 12th in 2017. Greenfield boys took 19th with 14 points. Van Far won the boys title. The GHS girls had two points with a sixth place finish by Adriauna Wallen in the high jump. GREENFIELD: Marcus Wright, ninth, long jump; Colin White, third, shot put; Duane Stafford, fourth, high jump, seventh triple jump; Gage Burns, eighth, triple jump; and Lauren Jones, 14th, triple jump. LOCKWOOD: Luke Nentrup, fifth, 200; Logan Sparkman, eighth, 400. The Tiger relay teams did great: second in the 4x200; 2nd, 4x400; 3rd, 4x100. In the 4x200 race, the boys beat a 51-year-old school record set in 1967 by Don Mabee, Mike Rader,
Lockwood relay team takes 2nd at state track meet over the weekend. (Submitted photo)
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Local TOPS Chapter Celebrates 45 Years of Helping People Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Sedges Honored by Missouri Lt. Governor
Left to right: Mike Kelley, Ron Richard, Ken and Ann Sedge, Lt. Governor Mike Parson (Photo by Bob Jackson)
By Bob Jackson Left, Claudia Gaylor, chapter area captain and Kim McKenzie, chapter leader. Right, Current members, left to right: Kim McKenzie, Tina Brownsberger, Princess Reeves, Vicki Taylor, Sandy Lowrance, Pax Daniel, Randi Baygents, Peggy Horton, Renae Brown. Not pictured: Bonnie Farmer.
From TOPS MO 0672
TOPS MO 0672, Greenfield, received a Certificate of Recognition from TOPS Club, Inc., May 8 in celebration of their 45th year as an active chapter. The certificate recognized the amazing milestone, along with
acknowledgement for perseverance and comradeship as an exemplary model for all chapters to follow. The accountability, information and support the chapter provides each week is so important to the members. It is only the spirit of volun-
teerism of members, like this chapter, that the TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) organization continues to be able to reach out and help those in their communities. The Greenfield chapter of TOPS meets 4 p.m. Tuesdays, at St. Patrick’s Catholic
Church, on State Highway H. Anyone interested in weight loss and management is welcome to visit and check out the benefits of a group with similar goals. Please call Kim McKenzie, leader, or Renae Brown, co-leader, 417-6372236, for more information.
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Sedge of Greenfield were honored by Missouri Lt. Gov. Mike Parson as a senior citizen volunteer in a ceremony at the State Capitol in Jefferson City on Monday, May 7. The Sedges were nominated for the award by Missouri State Senator Ron Richard (R) District 32 (Dade, Jasper and Newton counties) for their many years of work at the Dade
County Senior Center in Greenfield. Over 90 senior volunteers throughout the state were honored. The Sedges were assisted at the ceremony by Deanna Gesch, a staff member of Sen. Richard who once lived in Lockwood. Resolutions recognizing the Sedges were presented by Senator Richard and Missouri State Representative Mike Kelley, District 127.
Miller continues discussions on utilities sale, compromise of volunteers gathering Low water pressure incident due to communication glitch between well, tower controllers
By James McNary Articles Editor
The city of Miller is moving forward in discussions about selling the municipal water and sewer utilities to Liberty Utilities (now the Canadian-controlled parent company of Empire District Electric) following a vote of the board of aldermen during a special meeting held April 23 and further discussion at the board’s regular meeting May 10. Mayor Stacy Daniels said that all options need to be on the table with the water and sewer system, in light of ever tightening requirement from the state Department of Natural Resources and the federal Environmental Protection Agency. Daniels said after discussing the issue with Public Works Superintendent Joe Washam, the city is facing a 2020 deadline to perform upgrades to the sewer that could easily cost $3 million – and nothing has yet been done. “We need to know if they’d even be interested in buying the system if it’s going to cost that much to upgrade,” said Daniels. The motion to move forward was made by Amy Johnson and passed 4-0. Representatives from Liberty came to Miller to tour the city’s facilities on May 9. During the board’s May 10 meeting, following an address to the meeting room by the mayor, the board discussed proposals made by the city’s liability coverage pool (Midwest Public Risk) to resolve the issues with the group of individuals that gather in the city maintenance garage many mornings. Several in the group have stated that they are there to offer help and assistance to Washam if he needs it, as they have experience as mechanics, machinists and carpenters, among other things. Mayor Daniels informed the board and the audience that after discussions with the inspector from the risk pool, the pool had come back with a suggestion that if the city were to implement some policy governing volunteer laborers, if the volunteers submit to annual background checks and track their hours, and if a divider were constructed in the shop to keep unauthorized individuals from entering restricted areas, it would decrease the liability to risk to the city. The volunteers would also have to sign waivers to be in the shop, and doors would need to be
locked if no city employee were on site. Daniels said that the background checks would need to be done at the volunteers’ expense, as would the construction of the wall. “These gentlemen have a wealth of knowledge…, and I don’t want to say ‘no’ to that,” said Daniels. “This will give them somewhere so that if they’re offering to volunteer their time, they have a place they can be.” Miller resident Bob Campbell, one of the volunteers in question, then said that he believed he had enough material that he could donate for the building of the divider. The area to be cordoned off is already marked with floor tape. The proposal to enact a policy governing volunteers if they will agree to building the partition and background checks at no cost to the city was approved by a 4-0 vote on a motion by Alderman Amy Johnson.
Right, retiring Miller City Clerk Donna Beck administers the oath of office to incoming City Clerk Candace Englind during a meeting of the Miller Board of Aldermen, May 10, 2018. Right, Miller Mayor Stacy Daniels presents longtime City Clerk Donna Beck with a plaque recognizing her many years of service to the city following the swearing-in of new Clerk Candace Englind. (Photos by James McNary)
for fuel purchase cards at the Casey’s store in town. The board approved changing the locks and upgrading the security systems at the city buildings following an incident in which nails were strewn across the entrance to
“These gentlemen have a wealth of knowledge…, and I don’t want to say ‘no’ to that,” In other business: Outgoing City Clerk Donna Beck administered the oath of office to incoming City Clerk Candace Englind. Mayor Daniels presented Beck with a plaque recognizing her years of service to the city. The board approved the submitting of an application
the city garage. The board approved a new agreement with Miller Telephone Company that will significantly lower the city’s telecommunications expenses. The board discussed several discovered incidences of Miller Telephone fiber-optic cables having been run through sewer lines in town,
and how the paying for repairs should be handled. The board discussed enlisting the help of the school and the local FFA chapter in a project at the sewage lagoon. Clerk Englind presented information for the next city budget for further review and approval next month. The board approved the hosting of a rabies vaccination clinic in conjunction with Dake’s Veterinary Clinic. The board approved the placing of more “Children at Play” signs at various locations around town, pending recommendations from Police Chief Melvin Nay. The board approved that writing of an ordinance that would enact a franchise tax/
fee on all utilities in the city; the current city franchise fee is charged on only Empire District and Mediacom services. The board approved the purchase of up to $400 in new flooring material to be installed at the city hall. The board discussed the application of a grant to pay
for a bulletproof vest for the newly hired part-time police officer. Chief Nay said he was already filling out the paperwork. The board approved scheduling the citywide garage sale for June 1-2. A closed session was also held during the May 10 meeting.
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A little about the origin of Buffalo Days By James McNary Articles Editor
So, what exactly do buffalo have to do with Greenfield? Sure, the big critters also known as bison may have roamed the nearby prairies a few hundred years ago, but none of them have done that since at least the early days of settlement. “From what I understand, it was called Buffalo Days because there was a farmer that had buffaloes and he would butcher one every year for the barbecue,” said Clara Murray, a member of the Dade County Improvement Group, which has
sponsored Buffalo Days for the past few years. Murray said that Buffalo Days got started almost 50 years ago to raise funds for the building of a swimming pool in Greenfield, and once they got the money raised, various people have kept it going over the years. The meal served as part of the festival has just about always included barbecued chicken and bison meat. “They’ve had buffalo meat pretty much every year since then,” said Murray. The event has customarily been held the weekend before Memorial Day, and
School board (Continued from front) Davis suggested the distance of 50 ft., because at that distance, most students wouldn’t be able to make it back to the bus before it started moving, even if running at full speed. Davis acknowledged it would add some time to running the routes, but it was a safer alternative than current policy. Davis also recommended doing bus drills for elementary students the fifth week of each academic quarter to help teach them better bus safety. The consensus of the board was to consider the proposal. A parent of the child in question, who was present, voiced her support for the proposed changes, and appreciation for the administration’s attention to the matter. “In the end, it’s all about the kids and the kids’ safety,” said Board President Renee Meents. In other business, the board: Heard resentations from the special education teachers and A+ coordinator on their respective programs. Discussed increases in the cost of employee health in-
surance. The consensus of the board was to try and avoid having to increase the share paid by employees two years in a row. Reviewed proposed changes to the school calendar for 2018-19. As of right now, the first day of school will be Aug. 15, with a last day of school May 15 and graduation May 19 (meaning that seniors would not get out of school early). A month of early dismissal on Fridays has also been added. Discussed changes to the standards-based grading system currently used in the elementary school. Incoming Superintendent and current Elementary Principal Chris Kell is proposing to retain some tenets of the standards-based system, but to move the third through sixth grades back to the traditional A-B-C system and keep kindergarten through second on a standards-based, satisfactory/unsatisfactory system. Approved recommended changes in board policies from the Missouri School Board’s Association. Received other reports and held a closed session.
Ash Grove grads (Continued from front) The class of 2018 was then officially presented by Thompson, with the awarding of diplomas led by Aaron Gerla, superintendent, and Bill Duncan, president of the board of education. Following the presentation of diplomas, a candle light ceremony was performed as the recessional was conducted by Dreier. Ushers for the evening were Briley King and Kylynn Thompson; escorts were Kole Steeley and Morgan Pinion. Senior class sponsors were Kelly Blankenship, Nathan Isakson, Jocelyn Lowry, John Langley and Pam Swift. Members of the Ash Grove R-IV School District Board of Education include Bill Duncan, Jerry Morton, Jeremy Willmon, Bob Compton, Jeana Scroggins, Caleb Smith and Matthew Hancock. The Ash Grove Class of 2018 Valedictorian is Chase White; the Class of 2018 Salutatorian is Ashley Rolewicz. The Ash Grove High School graduating class of 2018 are: Abigail Adams, Cory Allen,
Josie Barnett*, Noah Branham*, Nathanael Buckley, Kylee Byrom, Trenton Climer, Kody Collins, Kurtis Cooper, Logan Cotter, Ashtyn Davis, Turner Davis, Eldon Cole Derringer, Spencer Eagleburger, Nathan Elliot, Kaden Frank, Erin Hall*, Chloe Hardy*, Elizabeth Holubec, Keagan Hosman, Margaret Huff, Marissa Irvine, ReAnn Jones, Ryan Jones, Matthew Keller, Bailey Lascelle, Nicholas Manning, Makayla Martin*, Mary Martin, Zachary McClelland, Carson McCullough, Dalton McGregor, Shane McHaffie, Tate Moreland*, Donovan Nicholson, Tristian Pacheco, Billy Pearson, Deven Powers, Courtney Prather, Kyle Pratt, Brandon Rear, Emma Reed, Ashley Rolewicz*, Marissa Ryker, Madalyn Seamands, Kenneth Steeley, Hayden Stewart, Kaelin Tate, Kelsie Tindle, Braden Trammell*, Tori Tummons*, Tanner Weigand, Chase White*, Brittney Willmon, Rachel Wise, and Shelby Wynkoop. (A (*) denotes graduate is one of the class top ten.)
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Murray relates that the unpredictable weather for that time of year usually makes itself known. “I moved here in 1972, and it’s always rained at every Buffalo Days I’ve ever been to, [also], at least a little bit,” added Murray. “Somehow or other it always manages to [rain].” This year’s Buffalo Days, the 49th annual edition of the event, will include the usual fun activities, including the parade, games for the kids and vendor booths. And, with it being an election year, attendees can come out and meet their favorite (and maybe
not-so-favorite) political candidates, too. A last-minute addition this year will be a traveling carnival, which will set up a handful of rides on the east side of the square. Organizers were contacted by the carnival, which was going to be passing through the area, after they found information about Buffalo Days online. They offered to set up shop during Buffalo Day as they passed through, and to share a portion of their ticket sales with the Dade County Improvement Group. “It kind of just fell into our laps this year,” said Murray.
Elvis Visits DCNH In Honor of Mother’s Day
Buffalo Days (Continued from front) From Rebecca Piccinino Dade Co. Nursing Home
On Tuesday, May 8, Elvis (Ken Roberts) was in the building at the Dade County Nursing Home (DCNH) to entertain the residents with special attention for the mothers. During his spectacular performance, the residents were treated to milk shakes, ice
cream floats and other special goodies. Every one of our mothers received a very special gift from Elvis himself. A special thank you goes out to Adam from That Place for the loan of the milk shake machines, and to Becky Piccinino who put in so much work to make this event special for all of our residents.
Auditor’s report (Continued from front)
Top, Spectacular Amusements are the newest thrill to come to Buffalo Days. Rides will run Friday, May 25 through Saturday, May 26. (Submitted Photo) Bottom, archive photo of “the shootout,” a dramatic portrayal of a historic bank robbery. (From Vedette Photo Archives)
Booths should be set up by 9 a.m. The parade will line up at 9 a.m. at Main Street Baptist on south Highways 39 and 160. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. Following the parade, there will be a wreath presentation at the Veterans Memorial. The Washington Lodge #87 will also perform a dedication. Turtle races begin at noon and a pet contest will begin at 12:30 p.m. All pets must be on a leash. There will be a baby contest at 1:30 p.m. for ages newborn to 2 years of age. A live shootout by James and His Gang begins at 3 p.m. in the front of the old Greenfield bank. The traditional Chip Chucking Championship begins at 4 p.m. Entrants are encoraged to bring wet wipes and sanitizer so there is no delay in grabbing some strawberries and ice cream immediately after.
The musical talents of Mike Hargis and His Gang will be on display starting at 5 p.m. And, if you want even more music, be sure to catch Helen Russell & Company performing at the Greenfield Opera House from 6-8 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Other activities throughout the day include a petting zoo, go-carts, a pig scramble, horse rides, a dunking booth, bounce house and cake walk. The Dade County Improvement Group will also be raffling off a $250 gift certificate to Hunt’s Hardware & Guns. Anyone interested in booth space, being in the parade or would like to be a part of The Dade County Improvement Group and future Buffalo Days planning should contact either Kim Rhodes at 417-6376028, or Clara Murray at 417-637-2819.
After initial work by auditors, it appeared that there was about $3,000 in funds missing from the sheriff ’s office, most of which was accounted for upon further review. About $800 still has not been located. An issue with how refunds are issued to jail inmates was cited by the auditor as a possible reason - cash refunds are sometimes made, but they are not recorded in the computerized accounting system in use; on release, inmates will sometimes also receive a refund via check to which they were not entitled, as they had received an earlier cash refund. The sheriff responded in the report that the paper receipt system previously in use has been discontinued and all transactions are recorded electronically. The sheriff ’s office was also cited for being behind on reconciling bank statements, for over a year in some cases. Other issues included delays in depositing and/or disbursing civil/criminal process fees, improper handling of commissary proceeds and the collecting of a fee for drug testing, now disallowed by state law. “I admit I got behind in the doing the reconciliations, and that’s on me; my good inten-
tions kind of fell by the wayside,” said Sheriff Hoffman. Hoffman said that some of the issue is being a small county, there’s just not enough warm bodies to go around to separate functions as much as the auditor would prefer. “There’s just no funding to hire the number of people the auditor would like us to have,” said Hoffman. The sheriff also said the drug testing fee will be discontinued. The auditor also found that the county collector-treasurer needs to improve various controls and procedures, and the handling of collections withheld for the assessment fund and from the collection of delinquent taxes. The auditor also didn’t believe there were adequate reviews on the financial activities of the collector-treasurer, county clerk, and county commission; and that all officeholders needed to improve the security and preservation of electronic data. The auditor’s complete report, including responses from the cited officeholders, can be found online at http:// app.auditor.mo.gov/Repository/Press/2018027650711. pdf.
Seiferd, Powell Honored As Outstanding Environmental And Conservation Volunteers From Melvin Johnson Missouri Master Naturalist Springfield Plateau Chapter
The Missouri Master Naturalist Springfield Plateau Chapter stepped “outside the box” in honoring two up and coming high school teenagers for their outstanding environmental and conservation volunteer efforts as two of the sixteen Choose Environmental Excellence 2018 Award Recipients.
Since August 2014, both well. They also reached thou- Fishing Days and Safety Day Deah Powell Seiferd and her sands of participants at pub- Camp, Missouri State Unibrother, Branden Powell, lic events such as: Bass Pro versity’s Bull Shoals Field have volunteered in excess Shop’s Outdoor Days Events, Station, National Archery In of 600 hours as Missouri De- Bennett Springs State Park Schools Missouri Champipartment of Conservation Nature Center, Interpreters onships, Rogersville’s JAKE Junior Leaders unEvent, Table Rock der the guidance Lake State Park, of the Missouri and more. Master Naturalist They’ve assisted Springfield Plateau with displays and Chapter’s Melvin presentations in Bat Johnson. Deah and and Cave AwareBrandon are the ness and Outdoor children of Kim Hazards - Safety; Powell, Dadeville. and Winter Bat Deah’s and BranSurveys. They’ve den’s specialty area participated in is snake awareMELAB (Missouness education and ri Environmental safety, utilizing live Literacy Advisory non-venomous Board), Springfield Missouri native Environmental snakes from the Summit, and were Southwest Missoukeynote speakers ri Department of for the 2017 SpringConservation Refield Plateau Grotgional Office. Branden Powell and Deah Powell Seiferd earned acknowl- to’s Banquet. They’ve given edgement for volunteering. (Photo submitted by Kim Powell) “In this transition their presentatime, Deah and tions in numerous Branden are the Coalition’s Home School Fair, schools throughout southpresent and the future of EnJames River Basin Partnerwest Missouri, educating vironmental - Conservation ship’s River Jam, KY-3 Safe ‘N not only the students but the Nature - Outdoor Awareness Sound Event, Logan - Rogteachers and school staff as Education,” says Johnson. ersville Fire Department’s
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Local pools opening Memorial Day weekend
Dade County Library Awarded Technology Mini Grant From LaNita Hackney
By James McNary Articles Editor
With area schools now having dismissed for summer vacation, the Greenfield and Lockwood municipal swimming pools will have their staffs of teenaged lifeguards readily available and will be ready to open for the season. In Greenfield, the pool will be opening May 26. Operating hours will be from noon6 p.m., Monday-Saturday, with the pool available for
private parties from 6-8 p.m. and on Sundays. Regular daily pricing will be $1 for children up to age 3, $2 for children ages 4-16, and $3 for ages 17-older. Season passes also available, $40 for individuals and $75 for families. Pool parties have a fee of $75. Swimming lessons will also be offered this year at Greenfield. In Lockwood, the pool will be opening May 26. Operat-
ing hours will be from 12:305:30 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday, with Sundays available for pool parties, closed Mondays. Regular daily admission is $2.50, with season passes available at $40 for individuals and $75 for families. Parties at the Lockwood pool have a fee of $60 for 40 people or less, or $80 for more that 40 attendees. For more information, the pools can be contacted at 417-637-2889 (Greenfield) or 417-232-4586 (Lockwood).
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The Dade County Library has been awarded a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Grant. This grant was awarded by the Secretary of State’s Office, allowing Dade County Library the opportunity to improve library services through the use of federal LSTA funds. The Technology Mini Grant is designed to offer qualified public libraries the opportunity to apply for funds for technology to improve network infrastructures. Dade County Library was awarded $8,755. The library purchased a preschool learning center with software that tracks the progress of the enrolled patrons. The library also purchased three all-in-one computers
to place in the Marian Leola Winn Hobbs Children and Youth Addition that was opened in March, two laptops and a table for use by patrons, two accessibility tables, a laptop storage safe and two charging stations. Dade County Library
hopes to serve a wider portion of its patron population by adding this new technology and to better accommodate the use of the library as a testing and training site. The library is partnering with the Sector Ready Workforce program to help improve job readiness in the Dade County area. This project is supported
by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State. The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s approximately 120,000 libraries and 35,000 museums. Their mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Their grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov.
Lockwood aldermen meet with MPUA reps, vote to condemn vacant house By James McNary Articles Editor
The Lockwood Board of Aldermen met at noon May 9 in special session to discuss the future possibilities of the city electric utility with representatives of the Missouri Public Utilities Alliance, and then met for their regular session at the regular time on May 14. During the special meeting, John Grotzinger and Connie Ford of MPUA were joined by Skip Schaller, utilities superintendent for the city of Monett, which along with Lockwood is one of the four cities currently purchasing electricity wholesale from The Empire District Electric Company, now a subsidiary of the Liberty Utilities group. Ford acknowledged concerns from the aldermen at the top of the meeting. “Out of all utilities, electric is probably the most complicated for cities… due to its instantaneous nature,” said Ford. Grotzinger discussed some
of the details that MPUA went into with the cities of Monett and Mt. Vernon during the formation of their power pool, known as the Southwest Missouri Public Energy Pool, or SWMPEP. “We do love our acronyms,” quipped Grotzinger. Provisions have been made in the charter of SWMPEP for the joining of other cities, and the integrated resource plan (IRP) the pool intends to use is based on existing Empire District power sources. If Lockwood were to join the pool, it would be a situation similar to what they are in currently, and Grotzinger said now would be a good time for more cities to join the pool. “I know that from Monett’s and Mt. Vernon’s perspective we’re excited to have more control over own destinies,” said Schaller. “And we’d love to have you guys on board.” As Lockwood would only amount to about four percent of the pool’s current baseload, its admission fee, based on that load, would be minimal.
The biggest hurdle would be that the first month’s wholesale purchase payment would need to be made upfront. The MPUA staffers and Schaller also said that the various area cities belonging to MPUA are willing to help in any way they can, and a mutual-aid program for more than just catastrophes is in the planning stages. In fact, MPUA is investigating forming an at-large line crew to assist member utilities. After a few more minutes of questions and answers, the special meeting was ended. The regular May 14 meeting opened with a hearing on the condemnation of a vacant dwelling at 103 E. Ninth St. With the city attorney (George Douglas) present to question the city building inspector (Richard “Bud” Rogers), the board was informed that all required efforts to contact the property owner had been made, and advertisement of the pending adverse action had been done. The building inspector reported that no changes in
the condition of the structure had been observed in the intervening time and requested an order for demolition within 30 days. The board voted 3-0 to do so in the regular session following the hearing (Alderman Kenny Snider was absent). The board was informed by City Clerk Barb Routledge that Empire District is increasing their demand purchases rate on June 1 by 38 percent – effectively taking all the funds raised by the city’s recent rate increase and more. “I guess there’s not much we can do about it,” said Aldermen Alan Olson. Discussion then ensued about how to proceed in raising rates again, as even after the latest rate increase the city electric utility was still operating at a loss. In other business, the board: Passed ordinances increasing the pay of the pool manager and another employee, increasing sewer rates to comply with regulations handed down by the state
Department of Natural Resources, and updating the current mutual aid agreement in place with MPUA. Approved the sale of beer and liquor during a Chamber of Commerce event to be held at the rodeo grounds. Approved the purchase of freezer to store ice cream for individual sale at the city pool and discontinue purchasing from Schwan’s, and to continue purchasing soft drinks
from The Coca-Cola Company for the pool vending machine. Approved the payment of city bills. Heard from County Sheriff Max Hoffman regarding city law enforcement issues. Heard a complaint from a city employee about another employee receiving a raise while others did not. A closed session was also held.
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Antioch Pilgrim News by Lesia Jones I took a vacation day on Friday to keep Stran and Jasper as Kelbey needed a sitter and who better than MiMi. We had a great day and had so much fun. Jasper is a live wire. Bill Jones came down to visit and to see the boys. That evening, Kim and I worked on our garden some more. It is coming along pretty good. On Saturday morning, I got up and headed to work to get caught up since I was off two days that week and training some new people. Got home and did more work on garden area so I could start planting. Kim went to a hunt at Ash Grove and I made wedding mints and watched a movie. What a wonderful day. Happy Mother’s Day. Let’s also call it a very special woman day. My great-aunt Nina Vandegrift-Rutherford never had children, but she
was the greatest mother of all. She mothered more children than most women ever had and she loved every one of them. Everyone has wonderful memories of that special lady. Sunday morning, Lynetta Leeper, Linda Coble and I met at our mother, Betty Vandegrift’s home to start our day. We are so blessed to have our mother with us. Lucille Franklin also met us there as she is the other mother. We headed to Ken’s Kafe and had lunch and then back to mom’s house to visit and eat dessert. What a wonderful day we had. Don Coble enjoyed lunch with his daughter and family; Tim Leeper enjoyed lunch at his sister Tracy’s house and their family. Kim Jones took his mother, Carol Jones, out for lunch. After I got home, Kim was out putting new dirt in my
garden area so I ran out to help and got it ready to plant on Monday. Logan Baker and friend, Jenna, came and loaded some cows to take to Joplin for us. Jacob, Abby and Paisley came to help. Asa, Kelbey, Stran and Jasper Bowles went to Springfield on Sunday to enjoy lunch out. Needless to say, the little Bowles boys did not make it so enjoyable. Kelbey said next year they will stay home and eat P.B. sandwiches. Oh, I remember those days. Monday evening, Jacob came and they set some more pipe in the ground to put up more pipe fence and another gate. The fun part is going to be to painting all of this. On Tuesday, Kim met me at the house with our beef ready to go in the freezer. Got that done and headed to Greenfield as it is time to
start off the ball season for Wade and Chloe. They are on different teams this year, but play on the same nights. Wade played at Greenfield and they won. He was happy. On Wednesday night, I went over and got Stran and brought him home to spend the night. We had a great evening. I planted some flowers outside and Stran loves to be outside. At 12:30 a.m., he came and got in our bed. I did just fine, but he kept pushing Kim to the edge. It’s been many years since we had a little one in bed with us. Bo Dobis has been to the house several times helping Kim and Jacob with the cattle. He is really enjoying it and they are going to turn him into a farmer yet. They are pulling him in on all the dirty work and he is loving it. On Thursday, I got up early and finished planting
some more flowers. Kim stayed in the house to keep an eye on Stran. Came in and we got breakfast ready and the sleeping prince came walking in the kitchen all smiles. What a beautiful picture. We three enjoyed breakfast and then we got ready for a fun day. I took a vacation day. We met Abby and Paisley Jones at their house. Baby Jasper went to the sitter and Kelbey met us at Abby’s. Loaded up and out for lunch and then to Itty Bitty City. Oh, did they have a blast. Everything is geared to their size, a kitchen, police and fire department, animal hospital, stage, puppet, water fun, grocery store, school house, train station and on and on. After 2.5 hours, we thought that was enough and knew they were getting tired. Paisley had her meltdown first and Abby’s eyes were huge. She said we have to
go. She took her out the door screaming and kicking. Kelbey and I were laughing. Well, when Kelbey told Stran it was time to go. He had a meltdown and she took him out kicking and screaming. It took all three of us to get him in the car seat and they both were screaming for a good 15 minutes after we left. We were going to get ice cream, but headed home. We were all worn out. The two little ones finally fell asleep, but kept waking up and having screaming fits. Abby said this was a day to remember. Oh, for all the laughs we did have. The little ones had a blast while it lasted. Have to get news in for an early deadline. Hope everyone has a great week. I had a wonderful Mother’s Day and I hope each of you did also. I am so lucky to still have my mother with me as I know so many don’t.
been vacationing in sunny Destin, Florida, and had a great time. Chris and Kelly McLemore are very proud of their daughter, Dr. Katie McLemore, who graduated from St. Louis College of Pharmacy. She is the granddaughter of CC and Deanne McLemore of South Greenfield. Last Wednesday, Grandma Patsy and I attended little Lucy Hawkins graduation out of kindergarten. They are so cute at this age and Lucy was so excited for everyone to be there for her big moment. Paige Limpus graduated out of Radiology School Thursday night from the Mercy College of Nursing and SW Baptist University. Paige is the daughter of Bruce and Khristen Limpus. Wishing all these young people the best in their new careers. Katelyn Schloesser is one
happy young lady after winning a horse trailer at the barrel racing series at the Longhorn Arena. Way to go, Katelyn. Little Miss Millie Pirtle earned the Presidential Physical Fitness Award and also the award for the fastest quarter mile time in her entire school. Way to go, Millie! Congratulations to the Greenfield boys baseball team on winning districts!!! Former Greenfield coach, Alan Rhea, 58, of Kearney, Missouri, passed away in his home on May 14, 2018. He was at Greenfield from 19841986. Thursday night, Rick and I went into Springfield and watched granddaughter, Mayce Baker, play softball. Her game didn’t end till after ten and that is way past our bedtime. They won one and lost one. Everyone have a great week!
Backroads of So. Greenfield
by Carmen Hargis Baker
Birthdays: May 25thRhonda Ray 45 and Rick Vaughn 57; 26th-Magen Combs, Jerad Hembree, Leta Mae Cowan, Adeline Roberts 1, Mary J. Farrington 46, Kelly Long 54, Brenda Godfrey 55, Debbie Wallen 62 and Brad Hill 79; 27th-Taylor Walters 27, Rose Emery the big 60 and Kaye Godfrey 76; 28thSeth Crouch 12, Blade Welch 16 and Chris McLemore 57; 30th-Jesse Sparks 24, Hilary Shaffer 39, Pam Fidler 59 and Terry Steeley 64; 31st-Jasmine Whitaker 28 and Darcy Parrish 33. Wishing you all a wonderful birthday!! Anniversaries: May 24thBob and Adrienne Willett 22 years and Paul and Cheri Walters 38 years; 25th-Rick and Sandy Frieze 44 years, Royce and Conita Vandegrift 50 years, Tim and Lauren Pierce 10 years, Chris and Hilary Zerr 4 years, Kyle and Judy Wynes 50 years
5-30-2004. Gone but never forgotten. Congratulations to Tye and Courtney Killingsworth on the arrival of a baby girl, Remi Claire, who arrived on May 1, 2018, at 9:17 p.m. Remi tipped the scales at 6 lbs., 7 oz. and was 19.5 inches long. Proud grandparents from this area are Greg and Beth Killingsworth; greatgrandparents, Joe and Zinetta Killingsworth and Jackie Montgomery. Well, by this time, I think most of the graduations are over and I wish them all the best of luck in their future. Here are a few of my relatives graduating from Greenfield that I want to wish good luck: Rick and Sandy Frieze’s first grandchild, Jenni Essary, Tori LaSalle and Jayd Forst. Hope everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day. Our usual group gathered at Mom’s that evening for
a delicious meal. I received some beautiful flowers and chocolates. Chris Boucher and Cayla Sartin are happy to have their baby girl, Avery, home from the hospital in time for Mother’s Day. She spent over three weeks in the hospital after a rough start. Hoping all goes well for her now. Gillian Hoogstraet received the Academic Hall of Fame Award at Glendale High School. To graduate, you only have to have 25 credits and Gillian graduated with 41 credits. Gillian is the granddaughter of Linley and Debbie Shouse and Glenda “Moss,” all of Greenfield. They are very proud of her. Last Saturday, a large crowd attended the graveside services for Ronnie Bingham, 49, of South Greenfield at Pennsboro Cemetery. I want to extend sympathy out to all those who have lost a loved one. Jody and Lesley Farley have
animals can’t get to them. Most all of the tomato plants that I raised from seed are growing well, too. The grass is so green and the flowers are so beautiful this time of year. I love all the beauty of spring! Jerry Sullivan and I went to the Stockton Jail for our monthly worship. We are having a few less men as Greene County has more room and are not farming them out to Cedar County. This gives us a little more time to talk to each inmate. Here are some quotes from other people: “Being a person of faith means that all of the phenomena of the world are seen through a lens of gratitude to something bigger than you.” – Mayim Bialik
“Waiting to feel brave so that you can act brave? Sorry. The only way to develop courage is to act brave until you feel brave.” – Martha Beck May God bless us all, those who are serving our country, those in the nursing homes, all the people who have been sick or lost loved ones. All the people who are in jail, all the youth who are getting out of school. So be extra careful for the little ones! God bless America! And have a blessed day!
Trudell News We have gotten a lot of work done outside, cleaning up some of the yard that I have let go for several years. I can tell it in my muscles as I am not used to all the work, but the yard looks a little better. Joe is getting tired of all the cleaning of the weeds and brush, as we both are feeling our age. Joe went to get his driver’s license and doesn’t even need his glasses. I seem to see things better when we are driving, but I have to wear my glasses. Last Thursday, we went to Dwayne Pecor’s kindergarten graduation and watched all the children sing several songs. They are so cute and what precision the teachers had the children doing. I was really proud of the teachers
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and Buck and Margaret Morrow 45 years; 26th-Jess and Natasha Myers 11 years, Keith and Marilyn Hankins 39 years, Jack and Jill Scheidt 5 years and Tye and Jessie Graf 11 years; 27th-Dallas and Mellisa Beasley 1 year; 28th-Todd and Tammy Decker 35 years; 29th-Wayne and Marilyn Marshall, Steve and Vicki Bias 36 years and Phillip and Katelyn Schloesser 8 years; 30thJoshua and Corrinne Lowe 8 years and Brett and Tiffany Gladden 3 years; 31st-David and Elaine McElroy 44 years, Josh and Amanda McPhail 5 years and Joshua and Kayla Rinker 15 years. Wishing you all many more years of happiness together! In Memory: James Trent 5-25-2014, Jo Sexton 5-252004, Alberta Renshaw 5-26-2011, Harold Weis 5-27-2016, Florence Burton 5-28-1993, Alice Peters 5-29-2014, Earl Jack Ennis 5-29-2016, Barbara Russell
by Blanche Trudell as there were approximately 75 children and all of them were great. Well, the hogs aren’t all gone on our farm. There is one little pig that is following one of our cows, and the cow moos any time the pig is away from her. We can’t seem to get it as the cow or the dog are always between us. We will get it or hopefully the conservation representative will be able to trap it. We had a wonderful Mother’s Day and a potluck at our church. We had a guest speaker from Pittsburg, Kansas, and all of our mothers received flowers as a gift from our congregation. All of my little trees are planted and living, as they are leafing out and we have them where the rabbits and other
by Frank Berry
Why does Missouri allow banks to rob from citizens? For instance: I receive a check for $70. The check writer’s bank charges me $7.50 to cash it. The check is worth $70. But the bank hands me $62.50. By my best math this is the greatest earnings ever seen! In a record’s time, the bank has nabbed $7.50 of my hard earned cash! It’s vanished! Dividing $7.50 by $70 gives 10.7 percent. Ten point seven percent interest in a millisecond’s time equals interest to the infinite degree! And, no money has been borrowed at all! To be charged alarming interest rates! I say, “The cheese is rotten in Denmark! Or maybe in Missouri, too!” In former days, laws were made against such. Pray tell what is the difference between the highway robber of old and the snagging bank of today? None! None at all! I tell you! It’s the ripping of money any
way you perceive it. Ripped from either stagecoach! Or innocent citizen! The only good picture we see: today’s bank tellers don’t hide faces behind red polka dot bandanas! Nor do they shoot bangingly loud pistols! As the highwaymen of old! I wish we could ask Messrs. Gene Autry and Roy Rogers
(America’s roping cowboys!) their thoughts on all this! But heavens to Betsy! We’re just a little bit too late for that! Gosh it all!
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LEGALS Lockwood News by Retha Jones I’m back after some bad weeks. After having some fair days, then some bad days, we discovered we were treating the wrong issues. After spending one entire afternoon in the emergency room, the problem was found. With medications and fluid, I’m slowly getting better. Lost most of my strength, so I’m working on that. This week, my news will not be in order completely. Our students have been busy with the close of school,
school events, graduations, etc. My church, one Sunday, honored these six graduates: Zach Brewer, Makenzie Cerrone, Elizabeth Cossins, Riley Neill, Justin Nentrup and Lucas Nentrup. Commencement was Friday, May 11, and last day of school, I believe, was Thursday, May 17. Joanne Snodgrass visited me one day. She has been on the go – to Kansas City, Denver and Texas. I believe her son, Joe, was her escort. She has been and is active in the Amer-
The Girl by Frank Berry She walks close to the man along the dusty trail. The smell of sorghum molasses hangs heavy in the air. “How much farther, Papa?” “Almost there sweet girl,” he smiles. “Quite soon.” Her hair is dark, she has blue eyes, she is almost eight. A beautiful flower. “I don’t want to forget you, Father. I don’t. I don’t.” “It is for the better child,” says the man. “God provides. He always does. We will meet again.” “For certain?” “Yes, in one thougsand years.” “Will I know you then?” “Yes! Of course you will know me, my daughter! You will be a young lady!” The girl breathes. She makes sounds of asthma. She sighs. Tears roll down her cheeks. “One thousand years, Papa?” “It’s only a wink my girl.”
He squats on the dusty road and holds her shoulders in his hands. He looks into her eyes. He kisses her forehead. ”Blessed daughter,” he smiles. “God is with you. The old man you will stay with is very good. He is kind. Decent. He needs a daughter, a precious daughter of his very own. And his sons need a sister!” “His wife?” “She is excellent, too.” They walk on. There is a tree growing in the front yard, morning glories hang on the fence. A frog chirps in the tree. It is a rain frog. “And you are?” asks the old man, as he tends his vat of molasses. “Paul Milton, sir. I’m passing through on my way to Hickory County.” “May I help you?” “Might we sit a spell, my
Cemetery Notications Arcola Hickory Grove The annual meeting of the Arcola Hickory Grove Cemetery will be held at the cemetery on Monday, May 28, at 6 p.m. All interested parties should plan to attend. Donations for upkeep should be mailed to: Holly Robison, 271 N Dade 111, Greenfield, MO 65661 or Carl Robison, 959 N. Hwy 39, Greenfield, MO 65661. Decorations on the ground should be removed by June 11, due to mowing and weed eating.
Carrs Chapel Cemetery The Carrs Chapel Cemetery will observe Memorial Day, Monday, May 28. Donations for the upkeep of the cemetery may be mailed to Peggy Horton, 22 N. Hunter Street, Greenfield, MO 65661.
Collins Cemetery The Collins Cemetery annual
meeting will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 27, at the cemetery to elect the treasurer and officers. Donations are needed for mowing and upkeep of cemetery, and can be mailed to Don Lasater, 405 Cottonwood, Lockwood, MO 65682, or given to Gary Watson or Carl Shouse. Decorations on ground will be removed by June 11.
Daughtrey Cemetery The Daughtrey Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting on Sunday, May 27, at 1 p.m., at the cemetery. For further information, please contact Tam Daughtrey at daughtrey57 @gmail.com.
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ican Legion Auxiliary service. Paul II and Paul Evermon II took Sunday lunch at the new café in Arcola and they were pleased with the food and surroundings. Patty was sleeping in that day after six straight days working at Penningtons. I was able to attend our Mother May banquet on May 2. Great attendance, good food, nice entertainment. I met our Christian Center manager’s mother. The manager is Tina Patton.
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Main Street Christmas Tree Park had to be taken out. Now we have a new tree. At the United Methodist Church, mothers were honored on their day. Each mother received a small flower in a pot. One was brought to me. One day, Paul took his sister, Donna and her husband, David, for the day to Wonders of Wildlife at Bass Pro. They thought it was fantastic.
growing. Lots of wheat. Last Saturday, Paul’s grandson, Andrew Revis and friend of Shawnee, Kansas, came by on their way to Silver Dollar City and Paul joined them. Also going earlier was Paul III and Patty. On the way home, Paul, Andrew and friend ate at Lambert’s. Quiet day they had.
hail, high winds and hard rain. He went through a section where trees were down and power poles snapped in two. He was thankful to get home safely. Donna and David came Wednesday and stayed until Friday, two nights of dominoes!
The sick Christmas tree at
Spring is here; summer is around the corner. So fresh and clean wheat fields are
Saturday noon, J.L. arrived from Quincy, Illinois. He left Monday. I had plans to go out on Mother’s Day but wasn’t able to enjoy it. On his way home, past Kingdom City, he went through a bad storm with
daughter and I, please? We are both very tired.” “Certainly you may,” smiles the old man, “You may sit!” They sit on a block of wood and a broken three legged stool. It is quite tottery. Politics are told. Horses are raced. Cyrus McCormick is mentioned, William Jennings Bryan and Roosevelt, too. The sinking of the Titanic is not spoken of. It has not occurred. The girl listens intently. Mesmerized. Thirty minutes pass. And just as the girl begins sipping from a delicious cup of candy foam skimmed from atop the boiling molasses by the kind old man, a twinkle happens. Then another twinkle. Then another. After the twinkles occur, Paul Milton becomes a stranger to the girl. She knows him not. She also begins to call the old man “Papa,” it’s as if she has known him “all through her life.” The
frog chirps away. “Please dear, Papa? Will you skim for me another cup of candy foam?” The old man gathers another treat for the girl. “It’s going to rain,” he says. “Do you hear the tree frog chirping? A nice rain will be good for the yellow plums growing down the lane.” Looking to the girl Milton says, “Sir, I spy that your daughter has a touch of asthma. I can cure it if you will allow.” The old man touches the girl. He pulls her close. He gives her a gentle hug. “She was born in this fashion, my good fellow. She could hardly breathe at all when she was a tiny sprig.” Milton walks to the tree. He takes his hat off. He cuts a chip of wood from the tree. Turning to the old man he says. ”Sir? May I also please gather a lock of your daughter’s hair? That I may effect a cure?”
Hesitating for a moment, the old man says, ”Yes ... yes, you may, my good fellow!” Milton quickly places the lock of hair in the tree notch, he nails the chip of wood over it. “When your daughter grows taller than this lock of her hair in the tree her asthma will be cured.” He smiles. He touches the girl’s face so very lightly. “My sweet girl,” he whispers so softly. “My pure, sweet girl.” And so it happens that way. When the girl turns 12, she is taller. She no longer has asthma. And while she is only a short distance along in her one thousand year journey, her long trip has been totally forgotten. So, too, has all knowledge of Paul Milton, her father. She becomes the greatest of all loves in the old man’s house. Truly, it is so, and she adds many years to his life. God is good. Would you truly agree?
A foundation of facts: The gist of my story comes from a true event Mother related to me when I was a child. The story itself creates a very small window into her life. Of course, I have built my own greater expansions and additions into it. As a young child, Mother had asthma. Her father made molasses that he sold to the townspeople of Greenfield, Missouri. A stranger did walk down the family road one day. He sees Mother with her ailment. He tells her father he can cure her. The cure is listed in the story. Candy foam? When skimmed from boiling molasses, it is very sweet and truly delicious as Mother remembered it. Mother had four older and full brothers. None younger. Her family lived along a dusty trail near Grider Branch north of Greenfield, Missouri, at the dawn of the 20th century.
held at the cemetery on Monday, May 28, at 2 p.m. Interested persons are urged to attend and your attendance will be appreciated.
Donations can be mailed to Cheryl Wright, 1113 E. U.S. Highway 160, Everton, MO 65646. Donations may also be given to any board member: Larry Kenney, Greg Knight, Bobby Moore, Dennis Delk and Matt Tracy. For more information, call 417535-7311.
Donations are needed for the mowing and upkeep of the cemetery. Donations can be mailed to Kaye Godfrey, 410 N. Main Street, Greenfield, MO 65661.
During the meeting, new board members will be elected. All members of the association and interested parties need to attend. Several plots are still available in this beautiful hillside cemetery priced at $100 each. Any inquires may be made through email vaughncemetery@ gmail.com or on the facebook page: Vaughn Cemetery Association.
Hampton Cemetery The Hampton Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting Sunday, May 27, 1:30 p.m., at Hampton Church, for the purpose of electing two directors for threeyear terms, and for any other business appropriate for the meeting. The general fund balance is $9,765.13 and the endowment balance is $65,666 (only interest can be used). Interested persons are encouraged to attend. The cemetery is maintained through donations and earned interest. Donations may be made at the gate or mailed to Hampton Cemetery Association, 962 E. U.S. Highway 160, Everton, MO 65646.
Liberty Cemetery
The annual board meeting of the Greenfield Cemetery of Cedar County (Jerico Springs) will be
With Memorial Day approaching soon, donations are needed for the upkeep of Liberty Cemetery.
ty, Missouri, on June 8, 2018, or as may be continued by the Court, and that any objections or exceptions to such Final Settlement or Petition or any item thereof must be in writing and filed within twenty days after the filing of such Final Settlement.
Lisa Ann Meyers and Gary Lee Brewer:
Morris Cemetery Located in North Morgan Township, Morris Cemetery is in need of donations for mowing and upkeep. Send donations to Jim Frieze, P.O. Box 266, Ash Grove, MO 65604.
Pemberton Cemetery The Pemberton Cemetery Association Annual Meeting will be held Monday, May 28, at 2 p.m. Donations and upkeep of the cemetery can be mailed to: Pemberton Cemetery Association, 695 E. Dade 92, Everton, MO 65646.
Pleasant Grove (Old Baptist) Cemetery The Pleasant Grove (Old Baptist) Cemetery annual meeting will be 2 p.m., Sunday, May 27, in the church.
Shiloh Cemetery People may send donations for the upkeep of Shiloh Cemetery to Tara McLaughlin, 11623 Lawrence 2150, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. Attendance at the annual meeting and donations given will be greatly appreciated.
Stockton Cemetery Stockton Cemetery, located near Sharon Baptist Church, continues to be in need of funds for upkeep and maintenance. Send donations to: Nancy Wheeler, Treasurer, Stockton Cemetery Association, 15901 Richmond, Belton, MO 64012.
Vaughn Cemetery The Vaughn Cemetery Association will be holding their annual meeting on Monday, May 28, at 11 a.m. at the Vaughn Cemetery, located on H Highway, north of Greenfield.
To all graduates and mothers, congratulations and have a bright future. Add to your prayers, Jim Finley who is having health issues.
Wetzel Cemetery Donations to maintain Wetzel Cemetery may be sent to Connie Roseman, 113 Route BB, Greenfield, MO 65661. Flowers and ornamental elements that interfere with mowing must be removed by June 15 or will be discarded. Thank you to those who have already contributed this year.
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LEGALS ANNUAL MEETING Lockwood Farmers Exchange annual meeting will be held on Friday, May 25, 2018, at the American Legion Building, Lockwood, Missouri, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. To be published in The Vedette on May 17, 2018 and May 24, 2018. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DADE COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION
Steven H. Kaderly Attorney at Law 114 West 10th Street Lamar, MO 64759 (417)682-6061 By Lawrence W. Shorter, Jr.
In the Estate of M. RUTH SHORTER, Deceased.
By James D. Shorter
Estate No. 17DD-PR00031
To be published in The Vedette on May 10, 2018, May 17, 2018, May 24, 2018 and May 31, 2018.
NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF M. RUTH SHORTER, DECEASED: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Co-Personal Representatives will file a Final Settlement and Petition for determination of the persons who are the successors in interest to the personal/real property of the decedent and of the extent and character of their interest therein and for distribution of such property, in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Dade Coun-
By Michael K. Shorter
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DADE COUNTY, MISSOURI JUVENILE DIVISION In Re: The Matter of A.Z.M., DOB: 05-31-2006 DAVID ALLEN MEYERS, and MICHELLE LEIGH MEYERS Petitioners Case No. 18DD-JU00004 NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to
You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced for Termination of Parental Rights and Adoption of the minor A.Z.M. date of birth 05-31-2006, bom to Lisa Ann Meyers. The names of all parties to said action are stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorney for Petitioners is Peter A. Lee, 12 Public Square, P.O. Box 220, Stockton, MO 65785. You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days beginning the 17th day of May, 2018. Judgment by default will be rendered in accordance with the Petition. It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to law in the Greenfield Vedette, a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Dade, State of Missouri. A true copy of the record. Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 10th day of May, 2018. (Seal) Lori L. Smith Deputy Clerk To be published in the Greenfield Vedette, four consecutive weeks. Date of First Publication: May 17, 2018
Proof of publication to be filed within 10 days of final publication. To be published in The Vedette on May 17, 2018, May 24, 2018, May 31, 2018 and June 7, 2018. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DADE COUNTY, MISSOURI JUVENILE DIVISION In Re: The Matter of J.T..M., DOB: 01-01-2002 DAVID ALLEN MEYERS, and MICHELLE LEIGH MEYERS Petitioners Case No. 18DD-JU00005 NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to Lisa Ann Meyers and Fiseme Nicholus: You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced for Termination of Parental Rights and Adoption of the minor J.T.M. date of birth 01-01-2002, bom to Lisa Ann Meyers. The names of all parties to said action are stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorney for Petitioners is Peter A. Lee, 12 Public Square, P.O. Box 220, Stockton, MO 65785. You are further notified that,
unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days beginning the 17th day of May, 2018. Judgment by default will be rendered in accordance with the Petition. It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to law in the Greenfield Vedette, a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Dade, State of Missouri. A true copy of the record. Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 10th day of May, 2018. (Seal) Lori L. Smith Deputy Clerk To be published in the Greenfield Vedette, four consecutive weeks. Date of First Publication: May 17, 2018 Proof of publication to be filed within 10 days of final publication. To be published in The Vedette on May 17, 2018, May 24, 2018, May 31, 2018 and June 7, 2018. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DADE COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF: VERNIE HIGHFILL Deceased, Estate No, 18DD-PR00012
NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Small Estate) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of VERNIE HIGHFILL, Decedent. On MAY 10, 2018, a small estate affidavit was filed by the distributees for the decedent under Section 473.097, RSMo, with the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Dade County, Missouri. All creditors of the decedent, who died on April 8, 2018, are notified that Section 473.444, RSMo, sets a limitation period that would bar claims one year after the death of the decedent. A creditor may request that this estate be opened for administration. Receipt of this notice should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient may possibly have a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, may possibly be determined from the affidavit on this estate filed in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Dade County, Missouri. Date of first publication is May 24, 2018. Mary McGee Circuit Clerk By: Judge Gary A, Troxell To be published in The Vedette on May 24, 2018 and May 31, 2018.
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Buffalo Days 2018 Saturday, MAy 26 3 p.m.
6:30-11 a.m. Breakfast - Washington Lodge #87 10 a.m. Parade Dedication Presentation of the Wreath at the Veterans Memorial after parade Sponsored by Washington Lodge #87
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