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2020-21 Year Under Way

Students Return After COVID Break It was good news regarding 2020-21 enrollment numbers for area school districts as several saw increases in their numbers from a year ago. Classes started this week in seven area school districts, with all but one reporting higher enrollments on the first day of school. Trenton R-9, Pleasant View R-6, Grundy R-5, Laredo R-7, Spickard R-2 and Newtown-Harris R-3 all saw increased numbers while Princeton R-5 saw its student count drop. Trenton R-9 While all students might not be attending classes physically within a building, enrollment numbers in the Trenton R-9 School District saw a jump on the first day of classes on Wednesday. According to information provided by the R-9 district office, a total of 1,093 students are taking classes at Trenton this year, an increase of 24 students over last year. Of that total, 61 are attending school via the virtual learning option the district is offering this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic while the remaining students are attending classes in person. A breakdown shows 392 enrolled at Rissler Elementary School (grades kindergarten through fourth), including 20 virtual students, while there are 329 students at the middle school (grades five through eight), including 16 virtual participants. High school enrollment numbers total 372, including 25 virtual learners. The largest class with students attending in person is the 12th grade (seniors) with 92. Fourth grade is the smallest with 61. Other in-person class enrollment numbers include kindergarten, 82; first grade, 77; second grade, 68; third grade, 83; fifth grade, 67; sixth grade, 76; seventh grade, 83; eighth grade, 82; ninth grade, 91; 10th grade, 89; and 11th grade, 75. The building virtual enrollment numbers provided to the school district are not broken down by grade level. Pleasant View R-6 The Pleasant View R-6 School had 114 students in grades kindergarten through eight report on the first day of classes on Wednesday, which is up seven students from a year ago. There were also 20 preschool students enrolled for the year. The largest classes are the second and fifth grades with 15 students each. The smallest class is the eighth grade with 5 students.

TRENTON CITY COUNCIL

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It was a different start to the school year in the Trenton R-9 School District on Wednesday with students wearing masks and having their temperatures taken prior to entering the building. The protocol was part of the R-9 District’s 2020-21 “Back to School” plan, developed by administration to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. Superintendent Mike Stegman, at left, assisted S.M. Rissler Elementary School students with using the temperature scanner. The district has purchased three of the large scanners, which are located in the entryway of the elementary, middle school and high school buildings, but also have hand-held scanners available for use as well.

Other class enrollment numbers include kindergarten, 14; first grade, 13; third grade, 13; fourth grade, 13; sixth grade, 14; and seventh grade, 12. Grundy R-5 Grundy R-5, which started classes on Tuesday, saw 128 students on the first day of school, which is up by nine students from a year ago. The ninth grade class is the largest at Grundy R-5 at 19, while the smallest class is the 10th grade (sophomores) with 5 students. Other grade totals include kindergarten, 10;

Water, Wastewater Needs Addressed

See Council, Page 5

National Weather Service

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C ounty Tax Sa ale Re esu ults

a 20 percent increase, the customer averages would be $68 per month for water and $67.31 for sewer. In referring the matter back to the utility committee for further discussion, councilman Duane Urich said if the city does not move forward with the work and issues continue, the work would cost the city more in the future. The council moved forward with construction of new hangars at the airport, approving an ordinance changing the city’s agreement with Olsson, Inc. to reduce the scope of the final design phase of the project as well as approve bids for the actual work. The council also took action regarding other utility projects, including approval of an agreement with Allstate Consultants LLC to provide engineering services for improvements at the water treatment plant, including repair or replacement of solids contact clarifiers, modifications to fillet walls in the SCC basins, repair or reconstruction of the top portion of SCC and recarbonation basin walls, chemical feed modifications, electrical upgrades and miscellaneous improvements. There is a fixed fee of $20,000 for the preliminary engineering report/facility plan, with other service compensation outlined in the agreement’s rate schedule. Council members agreed to move ahead with constructing a larger water main to the wastewater treatment plant to accommodate the new headworks project. Howe Company had presented two option estimates with two water main sizes. The council chose the six-inch

There’s a chance of rain on Friday evening, then mostly sunny skies on Saturday and Sunday with highs in the low 80s. Storms may move in on Sunday night and Monday. The high at Trenton on Monday, Aug. 24 was 96 and Tuesday’s high was 94. Wednesday’s high was 96 and the low was 70. The high on Wednesday at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 92, the low was 71.

first grade, 9; second grade, 11; third grade, 10; fourth grade, 12; fifth grade, 8; sixth grade, 7; seventh grade, 7; eighth grade, 8; 11th grade, 7; and 12th grade, 15. Laredo R-7 Laredo R-7 reported a student number increase of five students when classes started on Tuesday, with 47 being enrolled. The first, fourth and eighth grade classes are the largest at Laredo with 7 students each.

Briefs...

Rate Increases Part Of Discussion

Infrastructure needs regarding water and wastewater services in Trenton were discussed on Monday night by the Trenton City Council, which referred consideration of possible rate increases to the utility committee for additional study. The council was told the city is looking at future improvements needed at the water plant, including clarifier updates and water main replacements, as well as replacement of sewer lines and manholes by the wastewater department. City Administrator Ron Urton noted that at least $500,000 worth of work is needed by both departments, adding that as much as $1 million could be spent on sewer lines “if money was available.” Urton presented information comparing water and sewer rates among several communities the size of Trenton or smaller within the state, with some rates being higher while some were lower. He also shared information regarding a long-term $5 million loan that could be used for the water plant improvements as well as a $5 million wastewater funding project that would not be eligible for loan funds because the city is “tapped out” due to the long-term obligations the city already has in that department. It was noted that the city has at least 75 manholes to be replaced immediately if funding were available and that several lines are in need of replacement due to age. The average monthly water rate at Trenton is $56.68 while the average monthly sewer rate is $56.09. Urton said it is estimated an increase of at least 17 percent in all categories for residential, commercial and industrial customers would be required to pay for the needed work. Using

Numbers Down For Fall Semester

A total of 17 properties were sold during the Grundy County Collector’s annual delinquent tax sale on Monday morning at the Grundy County Courthouse. The 17 properties sold for $12,748.33, with four properties selling for more than the taxes owned and resulting in a surplus of $1,750.22. There were 80 properties offered for sale, including 44 beyond the third sale. Of those properties that were sold, Trenton Township had 5 first sales, 2 third sales and 2 beyond the third sales; Franklin Township had 1 first sale, 1 second sale and 1 third sale; Lincoln Township had 1 first sale; Madison Township had 1 first sale and 2 third sales; and Wilson Township had 1 first sale.

Coun ty Commis ssio on Me eets The Grundy County Commission heard several reports at its meeting on Tuesday. Presiding Commissioner Phil Ray said work continues on the Sand Hill bridge near the junction of NE 110th Avenue and NE 10th Street in Marion Township. The crew is working to armor the embankment with shot rock after damages that were incurred during the 2019 flooding. A draft plan involving a tabletop emergency preparedness exercise is to be released next week for review. The exercise will take place later in the year. Pre-approval was given to the Spickard R-2 School District, the Pleasant View R-6 School District and North Central Missouri College to receive CARES Act money for expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 funding is also being utilized by the Grundy County Ambulance Service to provide PPE for personnel, including eye protection and powered air purifying respirations. The Grundy County Health Department reported two new positive COVID-19 cases in the county since last week. The health department is urging the public to continue taking necessary precautions. The agenda for the Tuesday, Sept. 1 commission meeting includes a report from the road and bridge crew at 8:30 a.m., a report from Emergency Management Director Glen Briggs at 9 a.m., CRF allocation approvals at 9:30 a.m., a report from Ambulance Supervisor Steve Tracy at 10 a.m. and a report from the health department at 11 a.m.

What’s Inside... The THS football program opens its season tonight (Friday), hosting Brookfield. See page 2 of today’s RepublicanTimes for a preview of the contest, featuring the return of THS graduate Scott Stevens, who is now Brookfield’s head coach.

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As expected, fall enrollment numbers at North Central Missouri College are down, but the college has started the semester off on a good note with no COVID-19 cases reported on campus. Enrollment numbers were presented during a Tuesday evening meeting of college trustees. NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver said at this time that headcount, not including high school students, is down 8.4 percent while credit hours are down 4.7 percent. Overall enrollment, including high school students, is down 14.3 percent and credit hours are down 8.1 percent. It is expected the numbers of high school students will improve as dual credit forms are received. Dr. Klaver said the college has made it through the first week of classes with no oncampus cases of COVID-19 reported. He and Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Kristen Alley both reported on the steps being taken to minimize the chance of an outbreak on campus. Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Tristan Londre reported the Student Support Services program has been notified it has been awarded another five-year federal TRiO grant, which will amount to about $1 million over the grant period. Dr. Londre also reported the nursing program will be undergoing a virtual CNEA accreditation visit on Oct. 2528. The accreditation, which is not required but would be considered a distinction, is for the associate degree nursing program. Trustees heard an update by Chief Information Officer Jennifer Triplett on the infrastructure refresh proposal. She requested a special meeting in September to consider finalized proposals for replacement/upgrade of NCMC’s data center hardware, wired and wireless network, firewalls and video surveillance system. After looking at initial proposals, it is estimated the project will be in the $1.3 million range. Personnel items were approved, including the employment of Angela Heins of Chillicothe as the TRiO administrative assistant, beginning Aug. 24 at a salary of $13.23 per hour. Bailey Weese of Maryville was hired as the nursing and health sciences administrative specialist (Maryville location), effective Aug. 10 at a salary of $12.79 per hour. The board approved a contract change for Stacey Russell, student support services academic advisor, from 30 hours per week to 37 hours See NCMC, Page 5

What’s Inside

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TRENTON REPUBLICAN-TIMES, TRENTON, MO.

SPORTS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL WEEK 1

JUMPING OFF POINT

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Scott Stevens carries the ball at C.F. Russell Stadium during his senior season in 2007. Stevens will return to Trenton tonight (Friday) as the head coach of visiting Brookfield.

Road Trip To Trenton A Homecoming For Stevens Former Bulldog A Foe As Old Rivalry Renews Scott Stevens hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forgotten what it felt like on Oct. 26, 2007. After two years of being denied a district championship, the Trenton Bulldogs had broken Brookfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grasp on the district, prevailing with a 44-25 win over what was then Trentonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fiercest rival. The victory propelled Trenton into the state playoffs, where it ran all the way to the state quarterfinals and ended a run of seven-straight playoff appearances for Brookfield. Tonight (Friday), Stevens will return to the very scene where, all those years ago, one of his fondest high school memories originated - C.F. Russell Stadium. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In high school Brookfield and Trenton was a big rivalry,â&#x20AC;? Stevens said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We both had really good teams and there was always a lot on the line in those games. The winner was always the district champ. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our senior year we were finally able to get over the hump and beat a very good Brookfield team.â&#x20AC;? In a bizarre bit of irony, Stevens was hired as the head coach at Brookfield three years ago. It is his first head coaching position, taken after three years at Trenton, the last of which he served as the Bulldogsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defensive coor-

dinator. As a senior running back at Trenton, Stevens rushed for 1,064 yards on 144 carries. He scored 11 touchdowns and caught another five balls for 115 yards and two more scores. At the team banquet, Stevens was honored with the Mr. Football Award, the highest honor Trenton bestows on an individual player. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is, no doubt, exciting,â&#x20AC;? Stevens said of his return to Trenton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Trenton will always be a special place. It is where I grew up and found my love for football. It is also where I got my start coaching. It will be weird being on the visitors sideline but as soon as the game starts it will be business as usual.â&#x20AC;? Stevens enters his fourth year as head coach at Brookfield. Like Trenton, Brookfield has struggled in recent seasons, going just 5-25 under Stevens. But the program is looking to turn the corner in 2020. A victory last year in the Bell Game - Brookfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long standing rivalry with Marceline - was Stevensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first. Facing off with Trenton in week 1 will give Brookfield an opportunity to carry that momentum over into this season. Though the town and the program still hold a special place in his heart, Stevens sees this match-up being a highly physical game. He knows Trenton too well to think anything will come easy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will definitely be a dogfight,â&#x20AC;? Stevens said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Both teams pride themselves on playing a physical style of football. We know that Trenton will be well coached and ready to go.â&#x20AC;?

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Sophomore quarterback Coleman Griffin runs through a drill at a recent practice. Griffin will make his first career varsity start tonight (Friday) as the Bulldogs open the season at home against Brookfield.

Young Bulldogs Eager For Opportunity Against Brookfield The Trenton Bulldogs have not won a season-opener since 2015. That year Trenton routed Carrollton 41-0, but Lathrop replaced the Trojans in week 1 of the Bulldogsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; schedule the following year. The Mules were just hitting their stride as a program and Trenton suffered losses in the first game of the season in each of the next four years. This year, however, Lathrop is off the schedule. Trenton will host Brookfield at C.F. Russell Stadium tonight (Friday) as the 2020 season gets under way. Trenton isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t underestimating Brookfield at all. The Blue and White Bulldogs are senior-laden and a physical football team. No knock on Brookfield, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not Lathrop. Lathrop has made deep post-season runs in each of the past two years while Brookfield won just one game two years ago and only two in 2019. While Trenton also grabbed just two wins last season, a week 1 win in 2020 feels more attainable than it has in recent years with Lathrop looming at the top of the schedule. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t underestimate Brookfield because they have been a good football team,â&#x20AC;? Trenton coach Kevin Hixson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know if Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m more relieved or the kids are that we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to play a state playoff team in Lathrop in week 1. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think we are cheering about not playing Lathrop, though, because we have been so focused on getting prepared and playing well and competing with Brookfield.â&#x20AC;? The clear avantage Brookfield will have over Trenton, however, is experience. While Trenton will start

WEEK 1

Trenton Bulldogs vs. Brookfield Bulldogs

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Friday, 7:00 p.m. Live Stream: piratesdigitalmedia.com just three players who started on offense in Trentonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finale a year ago, Brookfield will start at least eight seniors on offense, most of whom are entering their third year as a varsity starter. The key for Trenton will be stopping, or at least slowing down, Brookfield fullback Trace Alexander. A bruising 5-11, 215-pound runner, Alexander garnered AllClarence Cannon Conference honorable mention honors last season. Trenton will lean on linebackers Sam Gibson, Nate Burkeybile and Payden McCullough to fill gaps and drag down Alexander. At 6-1, 200 pounds, Gibson is Trentonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest backer and will be assigned to Alexander all game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He is their best weapon,â&#x20AC;? Hixson said of the Brookfield fullback. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think Sam Gibson matches up well with this him but, yeah, (Alexander) was pretty effective last year as a junior and got a little confidence. He has a little more size

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Scott Stevens has a conversation with an official during a Trenton football game in 2016. Stevens served as Trentonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s defensive coordinator that season, his last before leaving to take the Brookfield head coaching position.

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to him this year and some experience. He runs hard and he runs downhill. We are really counting on, defensively, controlling gaps and letting our linebackers run.â&#x20AC;? Offensively, Trenton will look to get its offense going with sophomore quarterback Coleman Griffin. Griffin is making his first career start under center. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love Coleman,â&#x20AC;? Hixson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He works hard and he really tries to understand. He is fairly athletic and he is doing a great job for us right now, being a sophomore. He will be learning and getting better every game.â&#x20AC;? Quincy Griffin, who started at wingback at times last season, will move into a more prominent rushing role this year while Canyon VonBurg will make his first career start in the backfield. Trenton showed some promise at a jamboree in Chillicothe last week, but the Bulldogs will be looking for more consistency when they take the field in week 1. There is more opportunity in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opener than there has been in seasons past, but there is more to be had than a victory on Friday night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aside from a win, I just want to see (the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s) best effort,â&#x20AC;? Hixson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d love to get a win, but if we can be consistent and play physical, we can walk away with our heads up, I think.â&#x20AC;? Kickoff between the two Bulldog squads is set for 7 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock. A pregame tailgate will be held at the Eastside Park shelter house before the game. The tailgate will be presented by Hy-Vee with procedes benefitting the Trenton Quarterback Club.

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AGRICULTURE

Understanding Local Food Systems In Rural Areas by Katherine Foran Development of local food systems that spur economic development in rural areas requires different assumptions and models than the traditional market-based approaches applied in urban areas. That is among the conclusions presented in a recent article(opens in new window) in the Journal of Rural Studies, â&#x20AC;&#x153;'No money exchanged hands, no bartering took place. But it's still local produce': Understanding local food systems in rural areas in the U.S. Heartland,â&#x20AC;? by University of Missouri professor Mary Hendrickson; Sarah Hultine Massengale, an MU Extension county engagement specialist in community economic development in Dent County; and Randolph Cantrell, professor emeritus with University of Nebraska. Development of local food systems is often looked to as an engine for economic growth in rural communities. However, studies suggest that

people in rural areas participate in local food systems in significantly different ways from their urban counterparts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we only define successful local food systems by their financial impacts, then we miss understanding and supporting the other benefits that local food can contribute in our rural communities,â&#x20AC;? Massengale says. Through interviews with 10 focus groups in the Midwest, the researchers found that rural consumers may bypass formal economic channels such as farmers markets and instead participate in rural food systems through such methods as self-provisioning, sharing and informal cash or barter transactions. Many of these channels depend on cultivating personal connections within social networks. The successful development of food systems as a rural development strategy will depend upon investing in both informal and formal channels in the local food system.

Extension News by Kathy Mecham Field Specialist in Horticulture THE IMPORTANCE OF PRUNING TREES The recent storms and storm damage gives me the opportunity to write about one of my favorite topics- trees and the importance of pruning early for the health of the tree. Properly pruning a young tree can save time, funds and the life of the tree. As a field specialist in horticulture, I receive many questions about trees. Just as there is a proper way to plant a tree there is a proper way to prune a tree. Pruning a tree in the first few years can eliminate some potential problems as the tree matures. If the right tree for the right place is selected, and is properly pruned, the tree may not need pruned again except for damaged or diseased limbs. What often happens is pruning is not considered until a problem occurs. Pruning should start when planting. When choosing a new tree, pick one with a central leader or single trunk. Multitrunked trees can and often

cause problems as they mature. They are prone to splitting, thus weakening the tree. If a tree has two or more trunks, it is best to choose the strongest one and properly cut the other two off. This begins a strong foundation for a healthy tree. At this time, also remove any broken branches or branches that are crossing over each other causing them to rub together. The goal when pruning a young tree is to create a scaffold effect over the next few years where there is adequate space between branches and an attractive form develops. Time and care spend now will pay off in a strong attractive tree for years to come. If you inherited trees that have not had the best care, take an opportunity to look them over for any damage or disease. Look for branches that cross or grow inward. Removing or correcting them can also save time, money and the life of the tree. For larger trees, it may be best to call a professional but if you are doing

minor pruning yourself there are proper ways and tools for the job. It is best to prune in early spring before the leaves flush out. There are exceptions to this and there is a link below with more information. Besides proper pruning - watering, mulching and fertilizing all go a long way in the over-all health of the tree. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right; even mature trees need water and fertilizer especially during periods of drought. A healthy tree is a happy tree and a healthy tree has a better defense against insect and disease problems, causing fewer problems for the home or landowner. I enjoy talking about trees and hearing the stories people share with me about their trees. I especially like providing information and education about keeping trees healthy whether they are newly planted or a 100-year-old pecan tree. Please contact me at mechamk@missouri.edu or 660-541-1792 about trees or other horticulture topic. The MU Extension website has many tree resources from pruning to fertilizing. To learn more about pruning and the care of trees see: â&#x20AC;˘ Pruning and Care of Shade Trees https://extension2.missouri.edu/g6866 â&#x20AC;˘ Pruning Ornamental Trees and Shrubs https://extension2.missouri.edu/ mg8

Corn Ears Tell Us What Went Right Or Wrong pollen tubes grow inside the silks all the way to the ovule. Male and female sex cells called gametes then merge to make kernels. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an amazing process, but in a good year, it successfully happens 15 to 20 million times in each acre of corn,â&#x20AC;? Wiebold says. But sometimes things go awry, resulting in poor tip fill or unfilled ear tips. Silks from the ovules near the ear tip elongate later and slower than other silks. These latecomers emerge last and other silks may cover them. Because of this, sometimes these silks do not capture pollen grains. Two main causes prevent ovule fertilization. The first is because of slow silk elongation. Silk elongation slows if there is limited water available. Tassels develop at a normal pace but silks may emerge too late to receive pollen shed. Tip silks are the last to emerge and may be the most likely to miss pollen. Silks that

by Linda Geist It sounds corny, but if we use our ears, corn ears will tell us why yields are down, says University of Missouri Extension state agronomist Bill Wiebold. Corn ears tell and show us what went wrong during pollination and fertilization, the most critical time of yield establishment. The ear takes us on amazing journey of its hard work to make kernels for high yields and profits. Before pollination, the ear collects 1,000 female flowers. The structure that will become a kernel, if all goes well, is an ovule. One silk attaches to each ovule. Just prior to stage R1, all 1,000 silks jump into action. They elongate under the husks and emerge. When timing is correct, pollen sheds from the tassel onto the silks. Then, pollen grains and pollen tubes begin a courtship dance of sorts. The pollen grains germinate and

stay attached at the tip indicate fertilization of tip ovules did not happen. As a result, kernels do not grow. The second thing to prevent ovule fertilization happens during the 24 hours between pollen grain germination and ovule fertilization. Silks must remain fully swollen for pollen tubes to grow. When silks dry during hot or dry weather, pollen tubes stop growing and ovules do not fertilize. This can happen anywhere on the ear. The location depends on where the stress occurred. ow from unfertilized ovules. Cob tissue is easy to see and looks chaffy as the ear grows. As the ear matures, the cob dries and unfertilized areas shrink. These areas may be less visible at ear maturity. Sometimes fertilization occurs, but developing kernels abort or stop growing. Kernels within the ear compete with one another for sugars, minerals and water. Because of the path these nutrients take as they enter the ear from

the stalk and spread through the ear, kernels at the tip are at a competitive disadvantage to receive them. Kernels need a constant supply of sugars from photosynthesis to grow. Drought stress interrupts photosynthesis and causes leaf stomates to close and leaves to roll. Overcast skies with thick clouds also slow growth after several days. Unfortunately, kernels cannot restart their growth even when weather improves, Wiebold says. Agronomists refer to the symptoms of these problems as â&#x20AC;&#x153;tip diebackâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;tipback.â&#x20AC;? Some dieback is normal when seeding rates are managed for maximum yield. Tipback may be visible and shows that there are enough ears for the highest yield. Plants also compete for light and space at high stand densities and some dieback may occur. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Of course, the number of ears more than makes up for a small reduction in ear size,â&#x20AC;? Wiebold says.

Little Precipitation Allows Farmers To Get In Fields Temperatures last week averaged 72.4 degrees, 3.8 degrees below normal. Little precipitation was reported across the state. There were 6.8 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending Aug. 23. Topsoil moisture supply was rated 4 percent very short, 31 percent short, 62 per-

cent adequate and 3 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture supply was rated 3 percent very short, 21 percent short and 76 percent adequate. Corn dough progressed to 91 percent, even with the fiveyear average. Corn dented was 69 percent compared to the five-year average of 65 per-

cent. Corn mature progressed to 2 percent compared to the five-year average of 9 percent. Corn condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 55 percent good and 18 percent excellent. Soybeans blooming progressed to 93 percent. Soy-

beans setting pods progressed to 80 percent compared to the five-year average of 70 percent. Soybean condition was

rated 1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 22 percent fair, 58 percent good and 16 percent excellent.

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The Final Word by Diane Lowrey R-T Editor

The Rumor Is True... In probably what is one of the worst-kept secrets in Grundy County, I am officially announcing to our Republican-Times readers that I will be retiring from the newspaper effective the end of the business day on Wednesday, Dec. 23. My immediate family, as well as my R-T family and a few close friends, have known about this decision for awhile. But in typical small-town fashion, the word has been getting out and I feel now is the time to let everyone else officially know. Diane Lowrey It was 42 years ago this past May 15 that a recent college graduate from Monroe City, MO walked into the Republican-Times building for her first day on the job, having no idea what to expect. I knew absolutely no one in Trenton (or so I thought), but my very first story resulted in meeting an individual who has since become a very good friend as well as a great news source. And while Steve Maxey no longer lives here in Trenton, we still have contact nearly every day as he has become my “go-to” when it comes to finding out news about those who no longer live here but still call Trenton “home.” I am still amazed at how he finds out all the information he shares, especially when it comes to letting me know about former residents who have passed away - many of whom have not lived in the area for several years. For that, he has earned the nickname from me of “Edna,” which is another story that will continue to remain just between Steve and I. My first week at work also resulted in a second longtime friendship with an individual with whom I shared a hometown address. The late Marilyn Robbins, having read about me joining the newspaper staff on Monday, called me on Tuesday and invited me to her home for tea. I had no idea who this woman was, other than her family were natives of Monroe City, but my fellow employees assured me that it would be fine for me to go. I am so glad I accepted that invitation. Not only did I learn more about her family (the Hendersons who, at the time I was a little girl, owned an egg/poultry processing plant that was the largest employer in our community), I got a lesson in politics, which at the time I had a deep fascination with. Through my friendship with both her and her husband, Bill, I met a lot of interesting individuals on the local, state and national level. Plus, they were just nice, nice people. And to this day those family friendships continue through their two daughters Meredith and Marsha - and their grandchildren. The third friendship I made early-on and maintained over the years was with the late Pat and Carolyn Wilson, who I always like to say “took me in” when I moved to Trenton. I knew both of their sons while attending college at Truman State University (then Northeast Missouri State University) and when Pat and Carolyn learned I was moving to Trenton to work at the newspaper, they made sure I knew that if I ever needed anything, all I had to do was call. I was lucky enough to work with Pat while he served on the Park Board and Carolyn while she taught business classes at the high school as well as reporting on the sports accomplishments of their younger son, Tim, who was still in high school when I moved here. What wonderful people they were and I consider it a blessing to have had them in my life. I have a lot of stories from my time at the RepublicanTimes, many of which involve the people I have gotten to know and the stories I have covered over the past 42 1/2 years. I look forward to sharing some of them with you over the next few months.

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Missouri Gov. Mike Parson and lawmakers should ensure that all ballots — including mail-in ballots properly submitted — will count in the November election. Missouri law requires ballots to be received by election authorities by 7 p.m. on Election Day. The U.S. Postal Service has sent an advisory recommending that all voters casting mail-in ballots in Missouri post them by Oct. 27, a week before Election Day. The deadline to request a ballot by mail is Oct. 21.

Guest Editorials U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has come under fire for mail delays as he has implemented changes including removing mail sorting machines, reducing overtime, removing iconic blue mailboxes and requiring mail to be held on busy routes. DeJoy has said the changes are necessary because the Post Office is losing money, but President Donald Trump told Fox Business Network at one point: “Now, they need that money in order to make the Post Office work, so it can take all of these millions and millions of ballots. “Now, if we don’t make a deal, that means they don’t get the money. That means they can’t have universal mail-in voting, they just can’t have it.” Though he later backed away from that statement, the changes have resulted in mail delays and the advisories sent to officials in 46 states. The Post Office has shown losses for more than a decade, and most of the loss is actually created by the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act passed by Congress in 2006. The law requires the Postal Service to calculate its likely pension costs for at least the next 50 years, and then pay enough money to the federally administered fund to cover the bulk of those retirement

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

THE MISSOURI STATE FAIR IS ALIVE AND WELL The ongoing coronavirus pandemic continues to change the way we live our lives here in Missouri. Last week, we talked about the differences between the start of school now, versus the way we have known it in the past. This week, we turn our attention to the Missouri State Fair. There were many questions asked about how the fair would look this year, without endangering people’s lives. Fortunately, we found a way.

Several months ago, questions were starting to arise about the ability to have the state fair this year, after several counties decided it was best not to host their own fairs this year. After much thought and debate, the governor announced the fair would be held, but with precautions in place. As summer progressed, the decision was made to go ahead and host the fair; however, it wouldn’t be the same grand event that people were

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obligations. No other entity faces such a requirement, and the annual payments take a huge bite out of the revenue the service brings in. There are other drains on the postal bottom line. The same law tied postal rate increases to inflation and required rates be set by the Postal Regulatory Commission. The Post Office must file requests for any rate increases but cannot negotiate deals outside that structure or raise rates quickly as costs change. That has made it difficult to adapt to the collapse of first-class mail volume as email, social media and texting replaced most personal mail. FedEx and UPS also have taken a chunk of revenue from package shipping, though Amazon ships through the Postal Service and both of the commercial shippers rely on the Post Office to complete shipments to remote locations. In Missouri, while absentee ballots can be turned in to the local election authority, mail-in ballots — a new option lawmakers approved to protect the vulnerable during the pandemic — can only be returned by mail. The option to return the ballot in person would offer a workaround for the mail delays. The governor and lawmakers should amend the system to allow that as a stopgap for our postal woes. DeJoy has said he is suspending the problematic cost-cutting initiatives until after the November election. He is poised to address those issues at a Senate hearing today then to appear before a House panel on Monday with Robert M. Duncan, chairman of the USPS Board of Governors. Congress and the president also should approve additional funding for the Postal Service. In the pandemic, many depend on it for essential goods including medicines and the foundational right in our representative democracy, the right to cast your vote and have it count. — Joplin Globe

used to over the years. As a result, this year’s state fair returned to its roots as a youth livestock show only. Missouri agriculture has always been the centerpiece of the state fair. Farming is the very heart and soul of our great state, and remains our No. 1 industry. Yes, it is always a treat to have the funnel cakes and fried Spam, but it is much important to highlight those people who have dedicated their lives to agriculture, at least, in my opinion. These young men and women have spent countless hours working toward the middle of August. To deny them their moment to shine, much less to let darkness fall on agriculture, would be a bad message to send. The fair looked different this year, but, as always, it shined a bright light on agriculture and

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those who have dedicated their lives to our state’s No. 1 industry. I think everybody involved is already looking forward to next year, with the hopes that we can go back to a state fair we have seen for years. This would be a reflection of how we hope to see ourselves and our lives in the next year, back to a more normal way of living and a return to celebrations of so many great accomplishments by so many wonderful people who keep the Missouri way of life breathing each and every day. As always, please feel free to call, email or write with your ideas or concerns. My capitol office number is 573-751-1415, my email address is dan.hegeman@senate.mo.gov and my mailing address is Room 332, State Capitol Building, Jefferson City, MO 65101.

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The smallest classes are kindergarten, second, third and sixth grades with 4 students. There are 5 students each in he fifth and seventh grades. Princeton R-5 A total of 324 students reported to classes at Princeton R-4 on Tuesday, down 13 from a year ago. The largest class is he 12th grade (seniors) with 36. The smallest class size is first grade with 15. Other class numbers include kindergarten,

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per week, beginning Sept. 1. The change is due to new Student Support Services federal grant specifications and requirements and will be funded hrough the SSS grant. Her salary will move from $27,000 per year to $33,642 per year and she will remain on a 10month contract. Lisa Hostetler, Northwest Workforce Development Board Executive Director, submitted a letter of retirement effective on Dec. 31. She will be using her accrued vacation, making her last day Nov. 30. Also submitting her letter of resignation was Cindy Peterie, admissions representative, effective on Dec. 31. The board approved several Head Start personnel items as well, including the employment of Marsha Phillips as a eacher aide at the Chillicothe B Head Start Center, effective Aug. 10, and Kelsey Davis, Harrison/Mercer home visitor,

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dents. Other class enrollments include second grade, 4; third grade, 3; fourth grade, 4; fifth grade, 3; and sixth grade, 4. Newtown-Harris R-3 The Newtown-Harris R-3 School District saw an increase of three students when classes began on Monday. A total of 67 students reported to class in grades K-12. The ninth grade class (freshmen) had the largest number of students with 10 while the 12th grade class (seniors) was the smallest with three. There were also six students enrolled in preschool.

also effective Aug. 10. The resignation of Amber Burkhiser as a teacher aide in the Unionville Head Start Center, effective Aug. 17 was also approved. In other business, the board: • set the 2020 tax levy at 40 cents on the $100 assessed valuation. If 100 percent of the tax is collected, it would generate $366,385 in revenue. A public hearing was held prior to the regular meeting, with no one from the public except news media in attendance. • reviewed a 2019-2020 employee retention report, which showed five resignations and three retirements during the year. Of the five resignations, three were in the Administrative, Management, Professional category, while one was classified staff and one was a faculty member. Two of those who resigned were employed for one year or less, while three had been with the college for two to four years and one had been employed at NCMC for five to nine years.

• approved the Green Hills Head Start Annual Program Report. The program is administered through the college. • declared two 94-inch SMART board 690 devices as surplus property. The devices will be disposed of or auctioned in accordance with board policy. • approved the renewal of a service contract with Ellucian for support and maintenance of the PowerCampus and PowerFields solutions. The cost for continued service from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31, 2021 is $63,990. The cost will be funded from the Computer Operations budget. • received a written report from Director of Development Alicia Endicott on the NCMC Foundation and Alumni Association. • held an executive session to discuss a real estate matter, with no announcement made. The next regular meeting of trustees is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 5:30 p.m.

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water main that would be connected at Second and Kitty streets and would replace a two-inch main installed some 40 years ago. Engineers have estimated the cost at $98,549, but will be bringing a firmer cost estimate back to the council when the final design is completed. Votes on the above actions were 8-0. The city council adopted a supplemental engineering agreement with Olsson Inc. for a reduced final design for the airport hangar construction project. The amendment removed Olsson from designing the T-hangar. Olsson will design the plans for grading and paving the T-hangar connecting the taxiway and ramps as well as supervising the project. The revised fixed fee payable is now $28,202 with a maximum total fee of $79,000. The vote was 6-2 with Danny Brewer and Marvin Humphreys opposed. In related airport matters, the council asked for a revision to the city’s land lease agreement with Ron Bickel, who plans to build the hangars, to include a beginning and ending date for the hangar construction project. The council tabled bids for paving the taxi lanes and grading the hangar site pending clarification from the Missouri Department of Transportation. The council unanimously approved rental agreement for stalls in the north hangar, with the rent to continue at $125 per month. In other business, the council: • set the 2020 city tax rate at $1.1763 on the $100 valuation. Of that amount, $.9935 is for general revenue and $.1828 is for the park department. The tax, which is an increase from last year due to a decrease in the city’s assessed valuation, is anticipated to generate $489,000 for general revenue and $91,000 for the park department fund. • agreed to finance purchase of a new police car at $28,000

BNB Takes Action On Properties The Building and Nuisance Board of the Trenton City Council met on Monday night, taking action on several properties. Citing completion of work the board had required by property owners, members voted to remove the four properties from the nuisance list. They include 1113/1115 Main St. (Russell and Sandy Bowe), 1814 Hillcrest (Mike Arnold), 813 Olive St. (Denise Jones and others) and 900 Main St. (Steve and Danielle Ishmael). Three property owners were given 30 days to show progress on their structures. The properties include 812 Grant St., owned by Steven and Serenity Leivan; 1109 Main St., owned by Tammy and Gerald Shaw; and 1312 Gilmore St., owned by Richard Powers. It was decided to wait 30 days before taking action on property at 1000 Rural St., owned by Smartbeltz LLC, which had been reported to the board but had since been addressed. Moved to a declaration of nuisance was property at 1600 Main St., owned by Arnuflo Bavista. Property at 604 Linn St., owned by Chase Ballard and Regan Warner, was moved to a public hearing. John Woodland visited with the board about work being done on a building he owns at 1117 Main St. The board in July had given Woodland 90 days to complete work on the north side of the building, which had bricks falling from it and a bowed exterior. Woodland said he is moving forward with the work and hopes to be able to show some progress by mid-September. Police Chief Rex Ross presented the monthly nuisance report, which showed 95 incidents having been addressed by the police department since Jan. 1. Of that total, 51 have been cleared, 34 had been referred for prosecution and 10 remain active. There are 22 nuisance cases on the court docket at this time. through US Bancorp Government Leasing and Finance, Inc. The term is for 36 months at an interest rate of 2.5 percent. It was the lowest of four quotes received, ranging from 4.15 to 2.5 percent. • approved a letter the city will be sending to city residents, clarifying Rapid Removal trash pickup policies regarding “clean outs” and unbagged trash, including fees charged by the company. • approved a policy regarding the reduction of liens the city has on private properties in order for the properties to be sold. The policy outlines the process in making the request as well as allowing the lien to be reduced to $500 or 10 percent of the lien amount, whichever is greater. No lien consideration will be given when the property is to be sold to an immediate family or household member of the property owner. The code enforcement officer was given

the authority to determine lien request approvals. • approved a revision of the TMU budget for replacement of relays at the north and south electric substations and acceptance of a proposal from RS Electric Utility Services at a cost of $103,396 ($62,790 at the north substation ad $40,606 at the south substation). • approved a revision of the TMU budget to reflect a $20,000 expenditure for breakers at the north substation. • tabled a two-year memorandum of understanding agreement with Wright Memorial Hospital. The MOU addresses the hospital’s provision of health care services for low income individuals within the city limits. All votes listed above were 8-0. An executive session for real estate and legal matters was also held with no announcement made.

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Dear Annie: I met this guy, "Bill," through work. We hit it off. He'd told me he was single. Later, I found out through a mutual colleague that Bill had a girlfriend, "Julie," a divorced lady with two kids, but he wouldn't be able to marry her because his family wouldn't approve their marriage. So, I confronted him. He stated that she was not his girlfriend and that our colleague made the whole story up. Bill and I started dating, and, after a while, I found out that he was still seeing this lady and hanging out with her. I confronted him again, and he stated that it's not going anywhere with her, and she knows that, too. I do not believe that. I think, deep inside, she thinks she is dating a loyal guy and is waiting for him to propose any minute. I realized that Bill is just using Julie to kill time to have someone to hang out with because he doesn't want to be alone. But he doesn't want to commit to either one of us. So, when she is not available, I am available, and vice versa. I feel sorry for her because she has no clue what is happening. She 3,520

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one year ago. The move was due to horrid family issues with his mom. (That could fill a whole other letter!) The issue is that he really would like to make frequent trips back to his hometown, which is 50 miles away, to visit his siblings and friends. We've been pretty limiting in letting him go, due to the coronavirus. We let him go for two weekends, and he just did not seem to get it. He was lax in his use of PPE when visiting. He doesn't think it's a big deal. I do not know what to do. We want him to keep up with his friends and siblings but are terrified he will bring home the virus. He is very involved on FaceTime and social media, but it is just not the same as hanging out, we know. We realize how hard it has been to be so far away from his siblings and friends. But we do not want to die! I really do not know how to best handle this. -- Nervous Grandparents Dear Nervous Grandparents: Not wanting to die is a perfectly reasonable wish. Stand your ground with your grandson: He can wear PPE and practice social distancing on these trips, or he can stay home. The choice is his. We're all feeling isolated and tired of living this way. But the pandemic isn't over just because we're over it.

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dividend yields than U.S. and other rivals. North American dividends were relatively resilient. U.S. payouts dipped just 0.1%. In Canada, meanwhile, dividends actually rose 4.1%. Its banks haven't been under regulatory pressure to cut their payouts, as banks in Europe and other parts of the world have. Janus Henderson said it expects this to be the worst year for dividends since at least the global financial crisis of 2008-09. It also said the decline could continue until the end of the first quarter next year.

Businesses around the world are sharing the pain of the COVID-19 recession with their shareholders. Dividend payouts dropped 22% to $382.2 billion during the spring from a year earlier, which is the worst decline since Janus Henderson began tracking global dividends in 2009. European and U.K. companies took the biggest axe to their dividends. The quarterly payments are particularly important for investors in these stocks, because European companies have historically tended to have higher

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Classified Advertising Information Phone 359-2212 Classified advertising rate schedule for 1 and 2 days in the Republican-Times is listed below. When insertions are not consecutive days, the 1-day rate applies. Blank lines count as 5 words, capital letters double. All ads must be paid in advance. DEADLINES: For Tuesday Republican-Times: 4 p.m. the Thursday before For Friday Republican-Times: 10 a.m. the Wednesday before For Green Hills Weekly Shopper: 4 p.m. the Thursday before Ads also appear same number of days on the Internet at www.northwestmissouri.com. The publisher reserves the right to edit or reject copy not consistent with editorial policy.

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BUSINESS/ SERVICES PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "The advertisements appearing in this column may involve the offer of a security as defined by Missouri law, such as investment contracts, partnership interests, or notes. It is possible that these advertisements or the offers on which they are based may require registration with the Missouri Securities Division under Chapter 509 of the Revised Missouri Statutes. Advertisers and potential advertisers are advised that transactions and advertisements involving securities entail certain rights and responsibilities created by the above mentioned laws. If you have any questions, call your attorney or the Missouri Securities Division at 1800-721-7996. Anyone considering investing should be aware that all persons who sell securities and the securities they sell must be registered or exempt from registration with the Securities Division of the Secretary of State's office. To make sure the individual and the investment are registered prior to investing, call 1-800-721-7996. INVESTIGATE BEFORE YOU INVEST! Always a good policy, especially for business opportunities and franchises. Call MO Attorney General at (880) 392-8222 or the Federal Trade Commission at (877) FTC-HELP for free information. Or visit our Web site at www.ftc.gov/bizop.

The Republican-Times business office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday. The office will be closed on Saturdays. Republican-Times 122 E. 8th St. 359-2212 Fax: 660-359-4414 ------------------------------------------Corie Cutsinger - Single Phase, Three Phase, Motor Controls, Control Voltages, Computer Controlled Equipment. New thermal imaging camera; bucket truck for aeriel work; underground locator. Wired Electrical & Automation, LLC, 359-1847. Tdtf ------------------------------------------*SEAMLESS GUTTERING* We are ready to replace your old gutters with new seamless aluminum gutters! MOORE’S CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience. TAug28 ------------------------------------------WANTED!! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks. Highest prices paid! You Call - We Come Get It! FRONTIER AUTO & TRUCK PARTS (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage) 145 Hwy. W., Trenton, 359-3888. Fdtf ------------------------------------------PIANO TUNING SERVICE – Taking out the wrong note since 1988. Call early - spots fill up fast! Keith Sarver 660-4252547. Like Us on Facebook! TOct2 ------------------------------------------Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800425-0976 or 485-6611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience. Tdtf ------------------------------------------Carquest Auto Parts T & L Auto Supply, Inc., 1823 East 9th, Trenton, 359-2268, tlautosupply.com. Monday-Friday, 76, Saturday, 7-4. Fdtf ------------------------------------------ASAP LOCKSMITH, Warren Soptic - Owner - 359-6625, Trenton. Tdtf -----------------------------------------Cox Family Dentistry, P.C. Andrew P. Cox, D.D.S. 1011 Cedar St., Trenton. 660-3596889 or 660-359-6993. Tdtf ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT LUMBER Full Service Lumberyard We also sell Trusses/ metal/rebar/concrete blocks. New Hardware Department Gift Certificates and Delivery Available – Free Estimates 32089 St. Hwy 6, Jamesport 660-684-6404 FOct2 -----------------------------------------WILSON’S HEATING & COOLING - We service all makes and models. Authorized Rheem Dealer. Bill Wilson 660359-3403. Fdtf -------------------------------------------

RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital. 5 Unit sizes available, prices starting at $19 per month. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 359-1069 or 359-7683. Fdtf ------------------------------------------H & S CONTRACTING Remodeling, room additions, garages & decks * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing & excavation. Kale Hoerrmann Owner, 30 years experience – 660-953-0724. FSep18 ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT BUILDERS 660-684-6931 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport POLE BARNS – GARAGES Spray foam insulation FOct2 ------------------------------------------Fiber Optic Broadband Internet!! High Speed!! Prices Starting at $54.90 Mid-States Services Sign up at http://www.mid-states.net/ For more info, call 660-359-2045 *Available in Trenton* TOct9 ------------------------------------------BUY - SELL - TRADE BIG NASTY'S GUNS & AMMO We have 1000s of guns and hunting products on our website. Choose in store pickup and pay 0 shipping fees. Text or call for appointment. $25 FFL Transfers Nathan Rorebeck 425 NW 40th St. Trenton, MO 64683 660-635-0469 www.bignastys.com FSep18 ------------------------------------------PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 359-3699–shop, 3592202–home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 60’ bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured. Free Estimates! Tdtf ------------------------------------------S&B Hinnen Hauling & Construction, L.L.C. Rock • Sand • Dirt Asphalt • Grain Demolition Debris & Excavation Services Shaunda - 660-973-4445 Brian - 660-973-2983 90 Mansur Street Chula, MO 64635 sbhinnenhauling@yahoo.com FAug11-Sep4* ------------------------------------------YODER CONSTRUCTION, Daniel Yoder, 660-748-3099 (leave message). New Roofs * Pole Barns * Remodeling * Decks. Good Service * Quality Structure * Affordable FOct9 ------------------------------------------Lawn work, stump grinding, brush cutting w/removal and more! Call me about your project! Good work at a good price. Contact Dustin Wilson, 660635-1282. TAug18-Sep11 ------------------------------------------AKC Recycling - Buying copper, brass, aluminum, etc.... Also doing... Auto Repair. Call Alec: 660-654-0163 1209 NE 10th Ave., Spickard, MO. FAug18-Sep11 ------------------------------------------J&M Handyman and Construction Jeremy Whitaker 2005 Lulu St. Trenton, MO 64683 816-724-4328 Serving Trenton and Surrounding Areas *Licensed & Insured* "The smallest things can make the biggest difference!" TAug4-28* ------------------------------------------Jim's Satellite is offering Non-Warranty Satellite Service on Dish, Direct TV, FTA and can do installations on the new ORBY satellite systems. Call or text 660-953-0215. TAug18-Sep11 -------------------------------------------

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Turning 65 This Year? Call Larry Bunnell at 359-7467 or 359-4700 for your insurance quotes on Medicare Supplements, Nursing Home, Major Medical, Life & Group Health plans. 1600 East 9th Street, Trenton. Tdtf ------------------------------------------See me for quotes on *Life Insurance *Guaranteed Life Insurance *Annuities *IRAs *Medicare Supplements RON DOUGAN 903 Main St., Trenton, MO 660-359-0100 52 years in the Insurance Business Tdtf ------------------------------------------Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-359-4100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re your shelter. ShelterInsurance.com Tdtf ------------------------------------------HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-289-1935 He is originally from Gilman City and we feel his 28 years of experience in the insurance business is a BIG PLUS to our agency. Or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different" Tdtf -------------------------------------------

Milwaukee battery-operated power tools, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, chain saws and pole saws. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 359-3660. T344d8 -------------------------------------------

REAL ESTATE

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

CALL MELISSA For Results That Move You!

MELISSA PURKAPILE 359-1101

MelissaMovesU.com dtf ----------------------------------------For Service Beyond The Sale, Call Me! John Graber Land & Farm Specialist 660-654-3566 johngraber@davidsonre.com Davidson Real Estate Specializing in Land & Farms 321 N. Walnut Cameron, MO 64429 (816) 632-4400 www.FarmSales.com info@davidsonre.com dtf -------------------------------------------

PICK GREG For All Your Real Estate Needs!

GREG FREEMAN 358-4003

PickGreg.com dtf ----------------------------------------Young family looking to purchase 600-800 acres of land in Grundy County and/or surrounding area. Contact Zach Ford 660973-2866. F402d15* ------------------------------------------Homeland Realty Lynn McCarter Broker/Owner 1601 Park Lane Trenton, MO 64683 Cell: (660) 635-0181 Office: (660) 359-3458 tradesdirt@gmail.com www.homelandrealty-mo.com TJun30-Sep18 -------------------------------------------

WANTED

Wanting to buy standing timber: cottonwood, maple, oak, walnut. Call 660-646-5082 after 6:00 p.m. dtf ------------------------------------------Wanting to buy standing timber. All trees considered. Call 660-605-1699. FAug24-Sep18* -------------------------------------------

PETS/ANIMALS

Shelly's Pet Care. 660-6846864, 103 S. Locust St., Jamesport, MO 64648. Professional, Personalized Grooming. Appointments available Monday Saturday. 35 Years of Experience! Serving the Green Hills Area since 1996! dtf -------------------------------------------

WEB SITES

REPUBLICAN-TIMES www.republican-times.com tf ------------------------------------------Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlautosupply.com T470dtf -----------------------------------------CENTURY 21 TEAM ELITE www.C21Trenton.com www.MissouriFarms.com C184dtf -------------------------------------------

FOR RENT

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

LOCK-N-GO STORAGE 2709 Pleasant Plain 660-6540241. tf ------------------------------------------Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Kathy Cheek at 660-359-5647. S553dtf ------------------------------------------Large home on Lake Trenton Drive. Rent is $1,250.00. 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage, new stainless steel appliances and flooring. House completely remodeled with a new deck out back. Available no later than Oct. 1, but could be ready anytime. Call or Text Kelly at 816-2881418. P401d1* -------------------------------------------

NOTICES

The Republican-Times business office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday. The office is closed on Sat.

Republican-Times 122 E. 8th St. 359-2212 Fax: 660-359-4414 ------------------------------------------THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP, 1736 East 9th • 359-3313. Premium Diesel, Gas, 10% Ethanol – CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE – Dean, Hankook, Cooper tires. Tdtf ------------------------------------------REPUBLICAN-TIMES CHARGES Standard obituaries written by the newspaper are not charged. Photo with obituary $25 Obituary written as requested starts at $35 Obituary written as requested with photo starts at $50 Photos with standard engagement announcement $25 Photo w/anniversary $25 ea Standard wedding with photo submitted within the 3-month deadline $25 Weddings written as requested starts at $50 Weddings submitted over 3 months starts at $50 Wedding picture & cutline submitted over 3 months $25 ------------------------------------------BID NOTICE Grundy County Commission is accepting bids for Next Generation 911 Call Handling Hardware/Software System. Capabilities must include caller location with rapid SOS and caller location query as well as integrated text-to-911. Bids will be accepted in the office of the County Clerk until 9:00 a.m. on September 8, 2020. Questions may be directed to 660-6541190. Phillip Ray Presiding Commissioner G343d1 -------------------------------------------

North Central Missouri College has posted a request for proposal (RFP) for a computer hardware purchase. Please see www.ncmissouri.edu/bids-quotes for more information. N308d1 -------------------------------------------

FARM NEEDS

CRP/PASTURE CLEARING Tree Pulling/Removal with Skid Loader Call Gabe Buzzard Trenton, MO 816-678-3918 FAug28* ------------------------------------------*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-358-2682 L905tf ------------------------------------------See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves. Consumer Oil & Supply 614 Harris Ave. 359-2258 C361dtf ------------------------------------------Farm Consignment Auction Saturday, October 3, 10:00 a.m. Lineville, IA Allen Auction Service Princeton, MO To Consign Early, call Jerry Allen, 660-953-0346 Consignments accepted until noon on Thursday, October 1. Deadline is September 14 to be listed in sale bill. FAug14-Sep11 ------------------------------------------Big Square Hay Baling, Brush Hogging. Peter Beery 660-6544764. FAug24-Sep18 ------------------------------------------Square bales of Alfalfa (2nd & 3rd cutting), Brome (1st & 2nd cutting), Mixed grass (1st cutting), Clover grass mix (2nd cutting. Satisfaction Guaranteed * Delivery available. Call Bob Holloway, 660-358-2128 FAug11-Sep4* -------------------------------------------

USED CARS

1997 Dodge Dakota - extended cab, 4x4, V-8 auto; high miles; runs good. $1,750. Call 660-373-0773. Hdtf ------------------------------------------FOR SALE The Grundy County Commission is taking bids for a 2002 Chevy Impala, 2006 Chevy Truck, and 2003 Ford Dump Truck. For more information or details, please contact the County Clerk's Office at 660359-4040 ext 4. Sealed bids marked "SEALED BID" will be accepted in the county clerk's office at the courthouse, 700 Main St., Trenton, MO 64683 until 8:30 am on September 8, 2020 at which time they will be publicly opened. The Grundy County Commission reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Phillip Ray Presiding Commissioner G342d1 -------------------------------------------

RUMMAGE SALES ReMeMBeR...... * DeaDLIne * For Advertising is

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------------------------------------------Garage Sale - 1507 E. 8th St., Friday, August 28, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, August 29, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Home decor, furniture, girls baby clothes sizes newborn - toddler, girls size 1014, women's name brands XSXL, 2 screen doors, lots of miscellaneous. B630d28* -------------------------------------------

HELP WANTED

Truck Drivers Wanted. Must have good driving record, parttime/full-time. 660-654-2207 FOct30 -------------------------------------------

Licensed Practical Nurse Nestlé Professional, Trenton, Missouri, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Safety Health & Environmental Team. Occupational Health and Factory experience is preferred. Please send resumé and cover letter to LeeAnn.Searcy@us.nestle.com. The Nestlé Companies are equal employment and affirmative action employers and looking for diversity in qualified candidates for employment. FAug7-Sep4 ------------------------------------------Looking for a rewarding career in a fast-paced, exciting work environment? If so, FSB may be the place for you! FSB is seeking a qualified individual to join our Trenton banking team as a Customer Service Representative (CSR). Prior banking experience preferred but not required. Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and attractive benefit package for the right candidate. Send resume with references to: FSB, PO Box 195, Trenton, MO 64683. Farmers State Bank, EOE, Member FDIC. F310d1 ------------------------------------------Tri-County Daycare in Jamesport is seeking a part-time childcare worker. The successful candidate must take initiative, enjoy working with small children, and be able to pass a background check. Must be at least 18 years old. If interested, call 660-684-6911. T311d4 ------------------------------------------Green Hills Women’s Shelter has a Community Outreach Advocate Specialist positon opening. This is a full-time day position (occasional weekends) with a pay of $16.00 - $18.00 per hour. Applications can be found on our website at www.greenhillswomensshelter.net. Applications will be accepted through Friday, September 4, 2020 at 5:00 pm. Please email applications to jvestal@ghwshelter.org or ldicks@ghwshelter.org. GHWS is an EOE. G312d4 ------------------------------------------Graves Foods Daily Route Driver Must have Class A CDL. Must be able to lift 80 lbs. Home evenings. Competitive pay. Paid Vacation & Holidays. Call 660-247-2135 G309d21,28 ------------------------------------------Grundy County Soil and Water Conservation District is accepting applications for the position of District Technician Full-time position with annual leave, sick leave, health insurance and retirement benefits. District Technician will advise landowners on the available soil conservation practices, perform technical duties including: surveying, staking in the field and engineering design of the practice in the office, perform checkout of practice following policy and specifications, needs assessment, manage & maintain rental equipment and general office duties. Applicant must have good communication skills, ability to work under high workloads during peak times of the year, computer skills, ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, and ability to travel over rough and uneven terrain. General knowledge of farming or the ability to use surveying instruments is preferred. High school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license required. Applicant must be able to pass a USDA background check. Applications can be picked up at the Grundy County SWCD Office, 3415 Oklahoma Avenue, Trenton, MO. Since the USDA Building is closed to the public, you will need to call when you arrive, 660-359-2006 ext. 3. Applications will be accepted until September 24, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. An Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer G313d22 -------------------------------------------

United Hog Systems LLC, headquartered in MO is seeking to hire Managers, Assistant Managers and Lead Personnel for our swine production facilities. UHS has been raising quality animals for more than twenty years and is divided among seven different facilities. We take pride in using the latest technology and strategies to be among the country’s best in efficiency and production while maintaining a strong policy in providing safe and humane care for our animals. Our facilities located near Marshall, Waverly, Bosworth and Hamilton MO. Resumes are being accepted by email at: jeana@ rzeysing.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION I Case NO.: 19AG-CC00017 THE ROBERT MUFF AND PATRICIA MUFF REVOCABLE TRUST, by SHON MUFF, Successor Trustee, Petitioners, vs. STEPHEN CARL MUFF, a/k/a STEVEN C. MUFF Defendant. NOTICE OF SALE IN PARTITION TAKE NOTICE THAT on September 17, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., on order of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri, the Sheriff of Grundy County, Missouri, will sell to the highest bidder, for cash, with 10% down on the day of sale, balance due upon approval of sale and closing, real property described as: TRACT 1 (purported address, 8th & Jefferson St.): All of Lots Eight (8), Nine (9), Ten (10), Eleven (11), and Twelve (12), in Block Four (4), in the Original Town, now City of Trenton, Missouri.; and TRACT 2 (purported address, 200 W. 8th): All of Block Five (5) in the Original Town, now City, of Trenton, Missouri. SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE PROPERTY. Insured marketable title provided. /s/ Rodney Herring Sheriff Grundy County, Missouri MICHAEL D. ARNOLD, ATTY. 109 E. Jackson Gallatin, MO 64640 (660) 663-2203 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF dAug14,21,28,Sep4,11 -------------------------------------------

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI Case NO.: 20AG-JU00031 IN RE THE ADOPTION OF: SKILYR JAMES FITZPATRICKCABRA Date of birth May 3, 2017 LUCAS DEWAYNE FITZPATRICK-CABRA Date of birth May 3, 2017 BGC and AMC Petitioners, vs. ZANE HOMAN Legal Father Respondent. NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION STATE OF MISSOURI TO RESPONDENT: ZANE HOMAN, Legal Father. You are notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is to terminate the parental rights of the natural mother, natural father, and legal father and to secure a Decree of Adoption for the child and to change his name. The names of all the parties to said action are stated above and the name and address of the attorney for petitioner is: JAMES A. WAITS, 401 West 89th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114. 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 after August 21, 2020, the date of first publication of this notice, judgment by default will be taken against you. You may be entitled to have an attorney appointed to represent you at no cost to you and you should contact the court if you desire to seek an appointed attorney. It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to law in the Trenton RepublicanTimes, a newspaper of general circulation published in Grundy County, Missouri. To be published on the following dates: August 21, August 28, September 4 and September 11, 2020. Dated: 08-17-2020 Becky Stanturf Circuit Clerk dAug21,28,Sep4, 11 -------------------------------------------

CLASSIFIEDS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI Case NO.: 20AG-JU00024 IN RE THE ADOPTION OF: NICHOLAS LEE PIPES JR Date of birth February 11, 2019 BEO and EAO Petitioners, vs. ZANE HOMAN Legal Father Respondent.

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION STATE OF MISSOURI TO RESPONDENT: ZANE HOMAN, Legal Father. You are notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is to terminate the parental rights of the natural mother, natural father, and legal father and to secure a Decree of Adoption for the child and to change his name. The names of all the parties to said action are stated above and the name and address of the attorney for petitioner is: JAMES A. WAITS, 401 West 89th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114. 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 after August 7, 2020, the date of first publication of this notice, judgment by default will be taken against you. You may be entitled to have an attorney appointed to represent you at no cost to you and you should contact the court if you desire to seek an appointed attorney. It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to law in the Trenton RepublicanTimes, a newspaper of general circulation published in Grundy County, Missouri. To be published on the following dates: August 7, August 14, August 21 and August 28, 2020. Dated: 08-03-2020 Becky Stanturf Circuit Clerk dAug7,14,21,28 -------------------------------------------

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TRENTON REPUBLICAN-TIMES, TRENTON, MO.

AREA DEATHS Margaret Pearl Pfeiffer Margaret Pearl Pfeiffer, an 80-year-old resident of Kearney, died on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020. A family visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2020 at the Kearney First Christian Church with the funeral services to follow. Mrs. Pfeiffer was born on Aug. 14, 1940 in Laredo, the daughter of James and Evelyn Mang Williams. She graduated from Galt High School and cosmetology school, working several years as a beautician. She was married on Dec. 23, 1962 to Rev. Harry Lee Pfeiffer, who was a traveling preacher in north Missouri. They moved their family to Keithsburg, IL, where he pastored at the First Christian Church while attending Palmer Chiropractic College. The family moved in 1972 to Kearney, where he pastored the First Christian Church and opened his chiropractic office. She was always working by his side. Mrs. Pfeiffer was active in the Kearney community, serving many years in the PTA and the Kearney Booster Club.

She enjoyed spending time with friends playing cards, Bingo and watching horse races. She also enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren and watching them compete in their sporting events. She was a member of the Kearney First Christian Church. Mrs. Pfeiffer is survived by her two daughters, Elisa Renee Pfeiffer of Kearney and Kristi Elaine Brown and her husband, Kenny of Kearney; grandchildren, Garrett Brown and his wife, Leanne, Garth Brown and Laini Brown; great-grandchildren, Dayton and Kale Brown; a brother, Keith Williams and his wife, Vickey; a sister, Mary Klinginsmith and her husband, Tom; a brother-in-law, Hubert Pfeiffer and his wife, Sharon; an aunt, Doris Pedrick; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband and her parents. Memorials are suggested to the Kearney First Christian Church Youth fund. Bross and Spidle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Fern F. Ralls Fern F. Ralls, a 100-yearold resident of Trenton, died at 6:50 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 24, 2020 at the Sunnyview Nursing Home at Trenton. Private burial will be held at a later date in the Union Grove Cemetery, north of Osgood. Mrs. Ralls was born on Feb. 22, 1920 in Spencer, OK, the daughter of William Thomas and Flossie May Ratley Moore. She graduated from Shawnee, OK, High School in 1937. She was a member of the Church Of Christ. She was married on March 11, 1943 in Los Angeles, CA to Doc Ralls, who preceded her in death on May 29, 2011.

Survivors include her adopted family, Cheryl Porter of Chillicothe, Andrea McKown of Kearney, Lindsay Stevens of Trenton and Austin, Lexie, Gabby, Andrew, Aubrey and Annie; and two nephews, Tom and Sylvia Moore and John and Marian Cunningham. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her son, Randy; four sistersp; and four brothers. Memorials are suggested to the Union Grove Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

Kimberly Lynn Bonus Romesburg Kimberly Lynn Bonus Romesburg, a 61-year-old resident of Creston, IA, died on Monday, August 24, 2020 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. Celebration of Life memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 31, 2020 at Powers Funeral Home in Creston with Pastor Mary Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Riley officiating. Social distancing will be observed and masks are recommended. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery in Creston. An open visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2020, with a family visitation from 5 to 7 p.m., all at the funeral home. Mrs. Romesburg was born on Oct. 23, 1958 in Great Bend, KS to Francis Lee Bonus. She attended the Creston community schools and Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville. She obtained a teaching certificate and spent her career in education. She was married on Sept. 4, 1982 in Creston to Randall Keith Romesburg. They resided in Trenton, where she taught. They moved in 1990 to Creston, where she continued teaching. She retired in 2018. Mrs. Romesburg was a former member of the St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church of Christ in Creston. She was also a member of the Old Tyme Power Club as well as an assistant coach for the local Special

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Olympics. She enjoyed driving her 1966 red Mustang. She is survived by her husband, Randall of Creston; two sons, Brent (Krista) Romesburg of Trenton and Mark Romesburg of Kansas City; grandchildren, Austin Romesburg, Sara Rothe, Hayden Romesburg and Weston and Racelyn Romesburg; sistersin-law, Evelyn (Gary) Stout of Agency, Brenda (Lester) Hatfield of Kansas, Sandra (Roy) Wessley of Columbus Junction, IA and Suzi Romesburg of Oak Grove; and other extended relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Francis Bonus in 2013; a son, Adam Romesburg in 2009; a nephew, Robbie Lee in 2007; a brother-in-law, Andrew Romesburg in 2018; and father and mother-in-law, Chris Romesburg in 1989 and Barbara Romesburg in 2017. Memorials are suggested to her family.

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DAILY RECORD CIRCUIT COURT Associate Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Failing to appear in court and having warrants issued for their arrest were Sean N. Christophel, St. Joseph, class D misdemeanor charges of operating a vehicle with no financial responsibility and driving while revoked or suspended and a class C misdemeanor of failing to drive on the right half of the roadway; George F. Hartje, Fife, WA, a class D misdemeanor of driving while revoked or suspended and a class B misdemeanor of speeding; Devin D. Massey, Trenton, possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid of 10 grams or less, a class D misdemeanor; Ahmad N. Robinson, St. Joseph, a class A misdemeanor of driving while revoked or suspended; and Justin T. Sharp, Trenton, a class B misdemeanor of speeding. Matthew R. Lemons, Trenton, pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle for which financial responsibility was not maintained and was fined $50.50 and $74.50 costs. Cole W. Wright, Trenton, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license, a class D misdemeanor, and was fined $50.50 and $74.50 costs. Pleading guilty to not wearing a seat belt and fined $10 were John W. Babbitt, Humphreys; Garrett M. Runnels, Trenton; Erin Wattenbarger, Brimson; Amber A. Clevenger, Jamesport, pleaded guilty to hindering prosecution, a class A misdemeanor, and was fined $100 and $120.50 costs. She is also to pay $100 to the Law Enforcement

Restitution Fund. William N. Griffin, Trenton, had his probation suspended on charges of third degree assault, a class C misdemeanor, and driving while intoxicated, a class B misdemeanor. There is a pending ruling on a motion to revoke his probation. Brian C. Southers, Green City, waived formal arraignment and pleaded guilty to non-support, a class E felony. The court was directed to withhold $775.38 of his bond as payment in full to date and to issue a check to the Family Support Payment Center and mail it to the Child Support Prosecutorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. The clerk was further directed to refund the balance of the cash bond to the defendant. Joseph A. Stagg, Chillicothe, pleaded guilty to a class B misdemeanor of driving while intoxicated. He was fined $300 and $120.50 costs. He is also to pay $98 recoupment of funds and $100 to the Law Enforcement Restitution Fund and serve four days in the Grundy County Detention Center. Municipal Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Correction Timothy Nguyen, Trenton, pleaded guilty to a charge of stealing. He was fined $200, $41.50 court costs and ordered to pay $20 in restitution. MARRIAGE LICENSE Dustin Hunter Treadwell and Aubrey Skyler Kimble, both of Trenton. REAL ESTATE Harold Alan Tolle and wife to Harold Alan Tolle, trustee and others. RDM Investments LLC to Jon P. Phillips and wife.

Trenton Man Is Arrested A Trenton man has posted bond following his arrest on Monday for a probation violation. Christopher J. Warren, 38, was arrested by the Grundy County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department on the violation of not completing the Third Judicial Cir-

cuit Court Drug Treatment Program. Warren posted a $5,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Sept. 10. He is accused of violating his probation on the original charge of delivery of a controlled substance.

Two Mishaps Are Reported One driver was ticketed following an accident investigated Tuesday evening on East Ninth Street. According to Trenton Police Officer Luke Dapraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accident report, the mishap occurred when a pickup truck driven by Jesse L. Steele of Cameron was westbound on East Ninth Street and the flatbed trailer he was pulling was struck from behind by a pickup truck driven by Noah B. Lewis of Trenton. Steele said he had stopped in traffic as a vehicle two cars ahead of him was making a left turn into a business lot. He heard a vehicle applying its brakes prior to the crash. Lewis said he saw the truck and trailer stopped but was unable to get stopped before the collision. There was moderate damage to the front and engine compartment of Lewisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; truck and minor damage to the rear bumper of Steeleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s truck. There was moderate damage to both the passenger side rail of

the trailer and to the cargo. Lewis was ticketed for careless and imprudent driving by striking a vehicle stopped in traffic. Det. Jerry Smith also investigated an accident Tuesday at the intersection of Ninth and Laclede streets. That mishap occurred when a sport utility vehicle driven by Halle J. Vanatta of Gallatin and a car driven by Beverly I. Yates of Trenton were westbound on East Ninth Street. Both drivers said an unknown vehicle that was traveling in front of Ms. Yates slowed abruptly to make a right turn onto Laclede Street and did so without using a turn signal. Ms. Yates said she was attempting to stop and swerved in an attempt to avoid striking the unknown vehicle. Ms. Vanatta did not have time to stop and struck Ms. Yatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; vehicle from behind, causing minor to moderate damage to both vehicles. No injuries were reported and no tickets were issued.

EMERGENCY SERVICES Trenton Police Department Aug. 17: police investigated an assault at a south residence, investigated a domestic dispute at a south residence and served two arrest warrants in the downtown area and at an east residence. Aug. 18: police investigated a domestic dispute at a west residence, investigated suspicious circumstances at a west residence and investigated littering in the east area of town. Aug. 19: police investigated a domestic assault at a south residence and a report of stealing at an east residence.

Aug. 20: police investigated a motor vehicle crash at an east residence, a peace disturbance in the east area of town and a burglary at an east residence. Aug. 21: police investigated a stealing report at a downtown business. Aug. 22: police investigated an assault at a north business. Aug. 23: police arrested an individual on a warrant at a north residence, investigated a domestic assault at a west residence and investigated a nuisance violation at an east residence.

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Fire District Keeps Busy The Grundy County Rural Fire Protection District was called out two times on Wednesday, including an incident involving a building being destroyed by fire. Fire Chief Kenny Roberts said the first call was around 1:30 a.m. and involved a gestation barn owned by Smithfield Farms and located on the western edge of the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s border with Daviess County. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Roberts said there were between 700 and 750 breeding gilts in the barn, with most being saved. The Jamesport Rural Fire Pro-

tection District and Grundy County Ambulance Service also responded to the scene. The second incident occurred around 8 a.m. and involved the report of a CO2 detector going off at the Pleasant View R-6 School. Roberts said two firemen were dispatched to the scene with a gas monitor, but nothing was found. The school reported evacuating individuals who were inside the building while firemen conducted their investigation. They were then able to return to the school for continuation of classes.

Veterans Help In September A veterans service officer will be in Trenton two times during September to assist with VA paperwork and answer questions. The service officer will be at the VFW Hall in Trenton on Friday, Sept. 4 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Monday, Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those needing assistance are reminded to bring a copy of their DD-214 and all VA paperwork they may have. A veterans center counselor will also be at the VFW Hall on Monday, Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The counselor will be available to help with PTSD and re-adjustment counseling. Discharged and active military are welcome to use this service. Transportation to VA medical appointments is provided free of charge, making runs to Kansas City on Wednesday. Veterans needing transportation to their appointments can call 359-2078. Volunteers are also needed to drive the VA shuttle bus, with information available at 359-2078.

Tri-County OKs 2020-21 Levy The Tri-County R-7 Board of Education approved its 2020-21 levy during a special meeting held on Thursday, Aug. 20 at the school in Jamesport. According to information provided by Superintendent David Probasco, the levy was set at $4.5608 on the $100 assessed valuation. The total includes a $.02665 tax rate used

by the district for general operations. The tax is $.0126 higher than a year ago. In other business, the board discussed COVID-10 planning and response but took no action. An executive session was also held for personnel, with no announcement made. The next regular board meeting will be at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9.

CARD SHOWERS A card shower has been requested for Russell Meservey, who will celebrate his birthday anniversary on Friday, Sept. 4, 2020. Cards may be sent to him at Hillcrest Manor, 801 S. Colby, Hamilton, MO 64644.

A card shower has been requested for Bennie Hamilton, who is being treated at Wright Memorial Hospital. Cards may be sent to him at 1601 E. Eighth St., Trenton, MO 64683.

AREA MENUS NORTH 65 CENTER Monday-Ham loaf, mashed potatoes, California blend vegetables, pineapple, wheat bread. Tuesday-Swedish meatballs on egg noodles, lettuce salad, winter blend veggies, peach cobbler, homemade bread, plums. Wednesday-Roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, lima beans, banana pudding dessert, hot roll, watermelon.

Thursday-Chicken parmesan, potato wedges, carrots, apple cake, garlic breadstick, canteloupe. Friday-Salisbury steak, baked potato, creamed spinach, Jello, honeydew, whole wheat bread. (Coffee, iced tea, water and milk are served daily and an alternate meal of chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s salad, crackers and fruit cup is available each day.)

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LOCAL GRAIN PRICES Aug. 26 Trenton MFA Soybeans, 8.64 (Aug 20); 8.49 (New Crop 20). Corn, 2.96 (Aug. 20); 2.99 (New Crop 20). Laredo MFA Soybeans, 8.64 (Aug 20); 8.49 (New Crop 20). Corn, 2.96 (Aug. 20); 2.99 (New Crop 20). Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/Carrollton (1-800-722-4407) Old Crop - Corn, 3.33; soybeans, 9.07; wheat, 5.32. New Crop - Corn, 3.24; soybeans, 8.64; wheat, 5.28.