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Friday, February 7, 2020
TRENTON
REPUBLICAN-TIMES
Trenton, MO 64683
Established Sept. 4, 1864 - 156th Year - No. 46
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Briefs... Cyber Security Breach Computers at the Grundy County Courthouse were the target of a cyber security breach over the weekend resulting in the need to purchase a new server. According to Grundy County Clerk Betty Spickard, the cyber attack on the computers affected those in the county clerk’s office, assessor’s office, treasurer’s office and recorder’s office. No state computers or those located at the Grundy County Law Enforcement Center were affected. Tony Figg of Green Hills Communications is working with the county to determine the extent of any information that has been comprised and a new server has been ordered.
Courthouse Closed The Grundy County Courthouse will be closed on Wednesday, Feb. 12 in observance of the Abraham Lincoln Birthday state holiday. The county commission plans to meet on Tuesday morning, meeting with FEMA officials at 9:30. They will travel to Columbia on Wednesday to attend the state county commission annual meeting, which runs through Friday.
Princeton Board Meeting R-T Photo/Seth Herrold
It was a “sea of red” in downtown Kansas City on Wednesday as fans of the Kansas City Chiefs gathered to celebrate the team’s 2020 Super Bowl championship. A parade kicked off the activities, which culminated with a rally of “Chief’s Kingdom” at Union Station.
TRENTON PARK BOARD
Superintendent Gives Report
Secretary, Pool Manager Sought The Trenton Park Board will be advertising for a new recording secretary as well as a pool manager following action taken during the Feb. 5 board meeting. Vicki Weaver, who has served as the recording secretary for the board for the past
six years, submitted her resignation, with Wednesday being her last meeting. Board members thanked Mrs. Weaver for her service to the board and agreed to advertise for her replacement. The board also discussed the need to seek a new manager for the Trenton Fam-
BETTER WOMAN CONFERENCE
ily Aquatic Center as the manager for the past several seasons, Alexis Whitney, had earlier told the board that the 2019 season would be her last. Park Superintendent Jason Shuler said he will begin advertising for the pool manager, assistant manager, lifeguards
and part-time park employees around March 1. Shuler said he would like to see the board hire a manager first and let that person be involved in hiring the lifeguards. Shuler gave an update on his See Park, Page 6
March 14-15
Canadian Pastor Will Be Speaker The annual Better Woman Conference will be held in Trenton on Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14 at the First Assembly of God church. Brenda Drost, a teaching pastor at the Niagra Falls Mountain Park Church, will be the keynote speaker. She will address attendees on both days. The Friday, session begins at 6 p.m.
with a meal, followed by a service from 7 to 8:30 p.m. A breakfast kicks off the Saturday session at 9 a.m., followed by a service from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Doors will open one hour before each of the meals to allow those attending to visit vendors who will be set up at the site. Tickets for the Better Woman Conference are available at a cost of $20 and
DORRIS RIDER ART GALLERY
may be purchased at the church office during business hours, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to noon on Friday. The office is closed for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. Persons may also send their money to the church at 1107 E. 11th St., Trenton, MO 64683 and tickets will be mailed.
The Princeton R-5 Board of Education will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 10 in the high school library. Items on the announced agenda include discussion of the 2020-21 school calendar, a construction update, a price quote and possible donation for the gymnasium sound system, board policy updates, discussion of a grant for the new ballfields and reports by the high school and elementary principals. An executive session for personnel, legal matters, real estate and records protected by law is also planned.
Senior Celebration Meeting Parents of Trenton High School seniors are encouraged to attend a “Senior Celebration” planning meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The meeting will be held in the high school commons, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Plans for this year’s event will be discussed.
Law Enforcement Lunch The Trenton Police Department will hold “Lunch with Law Enforcement” on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at the North 65 Center. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “Lunch with Law Enforcement” is similar to the “Coffee with a Cop Program” and gives members of the public an opportunity during the lunch hour to meet and visit with members of the TPD. Citizens are encouraged to attend and ask questions about the department, special programs or law enforcement in general. ********** TRENTON’S GOT TALENT Saturday, Feb. 8 Trenton High School Gym Doors Open at 5:30 p.m., Show at 6 p.m. Admission is $3 THS Choir Will Be Selling Pizza/Drinks (Proceeds to the THS Vocal Music Program)
Maxey Show Opens Feb. 11
NCMC Exhibit Features Works By Local Artist A collection of works by a rural Trenton resident will continue the 2019-2020 exhibition schedule in the Dorris Rider Art Gallery at North Central Missouri College. “FACES: Furry, Famous, and Familiar” by Dan Maxey will open on Tuesday, Feb. 11 and will be on display through mid-April. The exhibit will feature a collection of nearly 50 black and white illustrations highlighting film stars, TV personalities, family, friends and “furry faces.” Much of Maxey’s interest in this subject matter was brought about by individuals desiring professionally-designed portraits of family as well as his collection of famous personalities. “My attention to detail, with a bit of stylization, showcases my love for working with the balance of positive and negative space,” Maxey said. “This gives the viewer the opportunity to finish the picture as they see it.” Maxey is a graduate of Trenton High School and Trenton Junior College and went on to graduate from Southwest Missouri State Uni-
versity (now Missouri State University) in Springfield, receiving bachelor’s degrees in both fine arts and secondary education. Following graduation, Maxey worked at numerous creative agencies in the capacities of designer, illustrator, art director, and senior creative director. This included working for over 15 years for a Fortune 500 Company in St. Louis. “I have always been interested in illustration,” Maxey said. “I give credit to my high school art instructor, Janet Coy Way, for being a mentor and molding me into the artist I am today.” Maxey returned to Trenton in 2012 and cofounded Black Rooster Creative, which is a company responsible for the design and painting of barn quilts that are now found in five states. In addition, he continues to design both custom and standard artworks as both a hobby and profession. Since his return to Trenton, Maxey has also been actively involved in the newly-formed
National Weather Service Expect a mix of clouds and sun over the weekend with a slight chance of rain and possibly snow moving in on Sunday before the sun returns on Monday. Highs will be as high as 44 and lows will be in the low 30s. The high at Trenton on Monday, Feb. 3 was 44 and Tuesday’s high was 34. Wednesday’s high was 28 with the low dipping to 25. There is no report from the Government Weather Station near Spickard.
Art’s Alive organization in Grundy County, currently serving as the organization’s president. His business was responsible for bringing the Missouri Bicentennial “Paint for a Cause” project to the area during the 2019 Missouri Day Festival. He also serves as a guest critic and judge for numerous art shows and critiques, locally and throughout mid-Missouri. “I’ve personally been a fan of Dan’s art for many years,” Gallery Director Jim Norris said. “His drawings are always expertly rendered, and they are instantly engaging to viewers. It’s a pleasure to finally get to share a large collection of his art with our audience.” An opening reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11 in the gallery. Refreshments will be served and instrumental music performed by Brent Isom of St. Joseph. The public is invited to attend. Art gallery hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, as well as selected weekends and evenings by appointment.
What’s Inside... The THS girls basketball team got a big GRC win over Putnam County during Senior Night on Tuesday. See page 2 of today’s Republican-Times for recaps and photos of both the girls’ and boys’ matchups.
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What’s Inside Sports .....................page 2 & 3 Opinion/Editorial .........page 4 Community ...................page 5 Local News ....................page 6 Thank A Farmer...........page 7 Comics ...........................page 8 Dear Annie ....................page 9 Crosswords....................page 9 NASCAR .....................page 11