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Chumbley Wins Three-Way Race

County Elects New Commissioner Grundy County will have a new commissioner representing the second district as Republican Brad Chumbley defeated two other candidates, including the incumbent, during Tuesday’s Primary Election. A total of 1,858 persons, representing 37 percent of the registered voters in the county, cast ballots.

Chumbley won the second district commission seat with 442 votes. Incumbent Joe Brinser finished with 296 votes while Martha Roberts received 245 votes. Chumbley won four of the district’s five voting precincts - Laredo, 25 (Brinser, 18, Roberts, 24); Spickard, 41 (Brinser 19, Roberts 15); NCMC, 168 (Brinser, 72; Roberts, 78); and First Christian Church, 136 (Brinser 90; Roberts, 81). Brinser captured one vot-

ing precinct, 63 at Galt (Chumbley 40; Roberts, 24); and the absentees, 34 (Chumbley 32; Roberts 34).

Because there was no Democrat candidate, Chumbley will face no opposition on the November ballot and will assume his new duties on Jan. 1.

There were no other contested county races on the Republican ticket, with incumbents First District Commissioner Don Sager, Sheriff Rodney Herring, Collector/Treasurer Barbara Harris and Public Administrator Jill Eaton all being re-elected. There are no Democrat candidates on the November ballot. All terms begin on Jan. 1 with the exception of Mrs. Harris, whose new term doesn’t start until April 2021.

Nathanial Curtis was the lone Republican candidate for assessor and will

have no opposition for the November General Election. He will replace Kathy Veatch, who is retiring. He will assume his duties on Sept. 1, 2021.

Constitutional Amendment 2, which expands Medicaid in Missouri, was defeated by Grundy County voters. There were 537 in favor and 1,544 against.

The measure was approved statewide.

Seventh District State Rep. Rusty Black, R-Chillicothe, received 1,726 votes in Grundy County as the only GOP candidate. Districtwide, Black received 6,536 votes. He has no opposition in November.

Sixth District U.S. Congressman Sam Graves was the Republican favorite for another term in Grundy County as well as the rest of the district.

Graves received 1,493 votes in the

county while his opponent, Chris Ryan, collected 348 votes. On the Democrat side, Ramona Farris received 93 votes to win the county race against four other candidates - Gena Rose, 38; Henry Martin, 37; Charles West, 36; and Donald Robert Sartain, 5. Ms. Farris will face Graves in the November election along with Libertarian Jim Higgins.

Grundy County results for statewide office included: Republican Governor - Mike Parson, 1,069; Saundra McDowell, 468; James W. (Jim) Neely, 291; and Raleigh Ritter, 30.

Lieutenant Governor - Mike Kehoe, See Election, Page 7

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With classes in the Trenton R-9 School District scheduled to start in just over two weeks, renovation work at the S.M. Rissler Elementary School is being completed. Pictured above is the entrway restructuring project, which includes a waiting area for visitors wanting to enter the school, at right, and a new work room for teachers and staff, at left. Renovation of the high school/middle school media center is also near completion while the new concession area/restroom facilities at C.F. Russell Stadium are finished. Construction of the new performing arts center at the high school/middle school campus is anticipated to be completed in early 2021.

TRENTON CITY COUNCIL

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Administrative Committee

Mowing Charges, Liens Addressed At Meeting The Administrative Committee of the Trenton City Council met on Tuesday night, approving several recommendations to be made to the council.

According to City Administrator Ron Urton, the committee will recommend the city continue to mow vacant lots while also continuing to contact absentee owners. City staff will investigate the possibility of assigning a special tax/fee to property that could be collected at the county tax sale.

The committee will also recommend establishing a policy regarding the release of liens the city has on demolition properties on which purchase is sought, setting the fee at 10 percent of the lien or $500, whichever is greater. The city will investigate the possibility of restricting immediate family members from purchasing the property for the new lien fee.

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Members will recommend the city send letters to landlords, explaining the fee Rapid Removal would charge for a “clean out.” Urton said Rapid Removal has agreed to waive the delivery/pickup fee and instead would just charge a tonnage fee.

The committee discussed having matching polo shirts for city council members that would include their name and the city logo as well as members using “tablets” for city meetings rather than paper council packets. There was also discussion regarding council member emails. No action was taken.

Present at the meeting were committee members David Mlika, Glen Briggs and Danny Brewer; council members Duane Urich and Marvin Humphreys; Mayor Linda Crooks; City Clerk Cindy Simpson; and Urton.

Guidelines To Be Reviewed As Needed

Daytime Activities Back The North 65 Center has announced resumption of several daytime activities that had been put on hold since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beginning this week, activities such as cards, line dancing, pool and walking are being held throughout the

week. A “light and lively” exercise group has also been added to the Monday schedule.

Administrator Karen Otto said a list of the dates and times the daytime activities are being held, along with guidelines that are to be followed, is available by calling center during business hours, 359-3058.

At this time, no evening activities are being planned.

Congregate meals continue to be served at the North 65 Center from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with social distancing guidelines being followed. A limit of 60 persons inside at any one time remains in place.

National Weather Service

There’s a slight chance of rain on Friday night and Saturday morning with highs on Saturday and Sunday around 90. Skies will be partly to mostly cloudy with lows in the low 70s. Trenton recorded a high on Monday, Aug. 3 of 80 with Tuesday’s high hitting 76. The high on Wednesday was 79, with a low of 56. The high on Wednesday at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 76 with a low of 58.

The Grundy County Commission will meet in regular session on Tuesday, Aug. 11 at the courthouse.

Items on the announced agenda include a road and bridge update at 8:30 a.m., followed by acceptance of Coronavirus Relief Funds applications at 9 a.m. and consideration of the Missouri Ethics Commission Code of Ethics ordinance at 9:30. The commission will hear a report on the county ambulance service at 10 a.m. and a report from the Grundy County Health Department at 10:30 a.m. A discussion of the county website will take place at 11 a.m.

Tre enton R-9 Bo oard Me eeting The Trenton R-9 Board of Education will meet in regular session at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 13 in the Trenton High School Commons. Persons attending are asked to wear a mask in the building, with masks to be provided.

A tax levy hearing will be held at 5:15 p.m., prior to the meeting. Items on the meeting agenda include lunch prices, a change in the 2020-21 school calendar, the 2020 state plan for special education and local compliance plan, a memorandum of understanding with Green Hills Head Start, the conflict of interest ordinance, early graduation and part-time attendance requests, the annual secretary of the board report, discussion of the graduation date, a contract with Wright Memorial Hospital for occupational and physical therapy services, a construction update, back to school activities/reopening, a safety report, the fall MSBA meeting, grants, board training and principal reports. An executive session for personnel is also planned.

Grrundy R-5 Board To Meet The Grundy R-5 Board of Education will meet in regular session at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13 at the high school in Galt. A tax rate levy will preceed the meeting.

Items on the agenda include an audit report, a COVID19 report, a maintenance update and walk-through, administrator reports and approval of free and reduced lunch eligibility, the special education compliance model, bus routes, handbooks and the annual secretary of board report. An executive session for personnel is also planned.

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The Trenton Quarterback Club is holding a fundraiser on Aug. 15 to help pay for new football jerseys and helmets. See page 2 of today’s Republican-Times for information about the event.

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COURT SYSTEM Communication Now Includes E-Mail

Potential Jurors Have New Contact Procedure If you get a notice that you’re on the jury list, a new Missouri jury system is making it easier for you to communicate with the circuit clerk’s office.

Beginning this month, prospective jurors in Grundy County can choose to communicate with the court by text or email as the court implements the new Show-Me- Jury system. Grundy County Circuit Clerk Becky Stanturf said her office will mail new Show-Me Jury questionnaires early this month for jury service beginning Sept. 1. The questionnaires require a response and the new system gives you several options.

“A big benefit to the public will be the ease of contacting and communicating with the courts and, in particular, the jury supervisor’s office,” said Ms. Stanturf. “Although Show-Me-Jury is not completely paperless, it allows our potential jurors to do more online and choose how they want the court to let them know if they have been excused or disqualified from serving.”

Here’s how the Show-MeJury system works: the circuit court will continue, as it always has, to send a jury questionnaire through the postal service. When potential jurors receive the questionnaire, they can now go online at www.courts.mo.gov/ejuror to complete their juror qualification forms. The online questionnaire lets them choose their preferred method of communication with the court - whether by postal service, email or even text message.

Potential jurors who believe they are not qualified for jury service under state law can follow the online instructions to submit their necessary documentation electronically.

Potential jurors who don’t have access to a computer or who prefer to communicate information electronically can call the clerk’s office to request paper copies of the questionnaire.

Missouri courts do not require anyone to provide confidential information over the telephone or by email. The Show-Me-Jury system is designed to give citizens a choice on how they want to communicate with their local courts about potential jury service. Any telephone call or email threatening the recipient with fines or jail time for failing to comply are fraudulent, are in no way connected with the Missouri courts and should be reported to local law enforcement officials.

“Juries are a hallmark of the American justice system and See Court, Page 7

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SPORTS

SPORTS BRIEFS QB Club To Hold Fundraiser The Trenton Quarterback Club will hold a player auction and fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 15 at Black Silo Winery.

The event will raise money to help with the cost of new football jerseys and helmets for the 2020 season.

A social hour will get the evening’s activities started at 5:30 p.m. and a pulled pork dinner provided by Smoked Iguana BBQ runs from 6-7 p.m. The dinner is an eat-what-you-want, paywhat-you-want event.

At 7 o’clock, the player auction begins. Persons will be bidding on two football players to work a four-hour shift.

MSHSAA Releases Statement The Missouri State High School Activities Association will allow schools not holding in-person classes to start the school year to compete in all sports this fall. The announcement made on Wednesday comes just weeks after MSHSAA stated schools must be offering in-person learning to compete in fall sports.

The ever-changing climate of the coronavirus pandemic, however, forced the organization to change its policy on the matter.

Schools offering only online or distance learning will still have the ability to cancel fall sports if they choose. MSHSAA said that member schools always have the ability to be more restrictive than what the state bylaws are at the time.

In the same news release, MSHSAA has relaxed its rules to allow for two-team preseason jamborees, giving schools wishing to have a preseason event more flexibility with scheduling such a contest. The organization also walked back its rule that member schools must compete in half of its scheduled games to be eligible for postseason play. Now, schools that don’t get to complete in at least half of their schedule can still take part when district play begins.

Fall sport district and class assignments were originally scheduled for Aug. 21, but will now be announced on Sept. 18 to allow the organization more time to see what schools will or will not be participating once the fall sports seasons begin.

KANSAS CITY CHIEFS’ TRAINING CAMP

Kansas City Leaning On Young CBs Whether Breeland Is Suspended Or Not, Chiefs Confident In Cornerbacks KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs hope to know soon whether cornerback Bashaud Breeland will be suspended to start the season.

General manager Brett Veach thinks they will be fine either way.

Even before the veteran was arrested in South Carolina on multiple charges, including resisting arrest, the Chiefs worked hard to fortify one of the crucial spots in coordinator Steve Spagnuolo's defense.

They signed special teams ace Antonio Hamilton, who played for the Giants last season, and used a pair of draft picks on cornerbacks — L'Jarius Sneed was picked in the fourth round and Bopete Keyes was chosen in the seventh. “We have a lot of young guys we think have talent,� Veach told The Associated Press. “Their learning curves are all different. Usually after rookie minicamp and OTAs you have an idea how quickly they'll be able to help, or have an educated guess. We don't have that right now because these guys have been in Zoom meetings and that's it. But there's some young guys we like here, and we'll have a good grasp of them as we put pads on and

get more into evaluating.�

That won't happen for about 10 more days. The Chiefs were still in the ramp-up phase of training camp Wednesday with rookies on the practice field in padded shirts and helmets but veterans not joining them until next week.

Breeland played well for the Chiefs last season, making 15 starts and helping tutor young cornerback Charvarius Ward during their Super Bowl championship run.

In fact, he was so good the Chiefs signed him to a $4.5 million contract for the upcoming season while letting another cornerback, Kendall Fuller, sign elsewhere in free agency.

But just two weeks after he signed that contract, Breeland was pulled over in what became an embarrassing situation for the Chiefs. Along with resisting arrest, Breeland had alcohol in the vehicle, possession of marijuana and was found to be driving without a license. The arresting officer even said that Breeland told him he was a “marijuana enthusiast.�

Breeland, who explained his side of the story in social media posts that were later deleted, was facing suspension for a failed drug test prior to the arrest. “We should know soon,� Veach said, "but we have enough guys that will allow for some of these guys to grow and develop."

Sneed and Keyes bring youth and athleticism to the table, while Hamilton and practice squad standout Chris Lammons have some experience. Rashad Fenton

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The Chiefs also have a cornerback in Ward they know they can rely on this season.

The former undrafted free agent made the Chiefs as the fifth cornerback after a trade with Dallas in 2018, then managed to earn a starting job opposite Breeland last season. He wound up starting all 16 games, finished fourth on the team in tackles, intercepted a pair of passes and held quarterbacks to a 65.2 rating when they threw in his direction. “Honestly, I feel like I can be one of the best young corners in the game, as long as I have confidence in myself,� Ward said earlier this week. “I'm just going to keep earning my respect this year.�

He already deserves plenty of it.

That passer rating? It was just a tick behind longtime NFL standout Richard Sherman and ranked 21st among all players in the league — two of Ward's teammates, Tyrann Mathieu and Juan Thornhill, were ahead of him. And he allowed a completion rate of just 47.2 percent, which was fourth-best in the league among players who started at least 10 games. “I feel like our group of DBs, we're dogs. We believe in what we can do,�

Ward said. “Not a lot of people give us a lot of respect outside Tyrann, but we're young and fast and we have that mentality that nobody is going to get anything on us.�

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ACROSS MISSOURI

Families’ Mistrust Of Prison System Grows As Virus Spreads Missouri Information Corps Madison Czopek When she learned her fiance had tested positive for COVID-19 at the end of June, Selina Al-Hameed had no idea what would happen next.

She was worried. Her fiance has severe asthma, which could put him at increased risk for severe illness. And because he’s incarcerated at Farmington Correctional Center, there was no easy way for AlHameed to get answers.

Al-Hameed called the prison and was transferred to its medical department. She had a medical release form, which lets her access her fiance's medical information, but she was told an administrator would have to call her back.

Al-Hameed said the exchange ended at about 8 a.m.

Eight hours later, AlHameed got a call back. She said she wanted to know what the plan was now that her fiance had tested positive.

According to Al-Hameed, the administrator said the prison was doing vital checks twice a day, and that if any prisoner’s symptoms worsen, staff would take the necessary steps to treat them, either inhouse or through an outside provider. “And that was it,� AlHameed said.

After waiting eight hours, Al-Hameed said those weren’t exactly the answers she had hoped for.

Al-Hameed's fiance has been incarcerated in Missouri for seven and a half years. For her, the exchange was one example of a long-standing frustration that's been exacerbated by the pandemic. She and other family members of those in prison say they struggle to get information about their loved ones, especially when it comes to their health.

With more than 600 cases of COVID-19 linked to the Missouri Department of Corrections, and cases identified in 16 adult institutions, the pandemic has intensified the families’ anxiety and mistrust.

They worry what will happen to their loved ones if they contract the coronavirus while behind bars.

Notifying Families The Department of Corrections must notify a prisoner’s emergency contact about a life-threatening illness or injury, said spokesperson Karen Pojmann.

Whether or not a contact is notified will generally depend on the situation but, “if there’s an urgent, life or death sort of situation then (the facility) would contact a family member immediately,� she said.

Pojmann also said family members will not be notified by the department about noncritical illnesses. A prisoner who tested positive for COVID-19 but who has mild or no symptoms wouldn’t trigger the notification policy or be considered time sensitive. “The vast, vast majority of people who are testing positive through this mass testing approach are asymptomatic,� Pojmann said.

Since May 26, Missouri has been testing every prisoner and prison staff member for active cases of COVID-19.

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n’t automatically be an emergency medical situation, she said. But if someone has tested positive, they must be isolated, and staff must also prioritize determining who the person has come in contact with, Pojmann said. “So it might, under those circumstances, take longer than a few hours to get information,� Pojmann said.

She added that prisoners would still be able to contact family members themselves if they test positive for COVID19. She emphasized that there is medical care for prisoners 24 hours a day at each facility. “I understand it can be very frustrating and scary in this situation,� Pojmann said. “It is a pandemic, and it is a complicated and upsetting situation to be in for everyone, for sure.

But our top priority is attending to the medical needs of the offenders in our care and that might take precedence over informing family members.�

Prisoners Turn to Family Members When Al-Hameed’s fiance tested positive for COVID-19, he was moved to a cramped housing unit that was being used to isolate prisoners at Farmington Correctional Center. As of July 29, 64 prisoners and 7 staff members at the Farmington prison had tested positive for COVID-19.

As of June 30, her fiance was stable and wasn’t experiencing severe symptoms. But Al-Hameed said he wasn’t able to get any answers about what, if any, medical care he would receive. So he turned to her. “They don’t give them those kinds of answers,� she said. “You can’t just leave these men not knowing. So it takes for them to have to contact their families, and for their families to call in just to get any type of answer. That’s ridiculous.�

Al-Hameed said it’s common for prisoners to hit this type of wall where they can’t get questions answered or concerns addressed.

Nick Cooke, who is incar-

cerated in the Western Missouri Correctional Center in Cameron, Missouri, said in an email message that the department is “somewhat� open about what’s happening in his prison. “Eventually they tell us what is going on,� Cooke wrote. “I do think that they should (be) a lot more timely (and) open with what is happening, and not learn things through the grapevine or other means.�

As of July 29, two staff members had tested positive for COVID-19 at the prison in Cameron. Mass testing had not yet been completed at the prison.

When prisoners do turn to family members or advocates for outside help, that doesn’t always lead to answers. “I could probably get through to the President of the United States faster than I could get a straight answer out of anybody at the (Department of Corrections) or the prison where my son is,� said Susan Strauss, whose son has been incarcerated almost eight years.

Currently, her son is incarcerated at Northeast Correctional Center in Bowling Green, Missouri, but he has been at other prisons as well.

Strauss said the difficulty getting information out of the department is a system-wide problem.

On the outside, the persistent lack of information means prisoners’ family members are living in constant fear and anxiety, Strauss said. “What happens when mine gets the virus?� Strauss said. “Will they treat him? Will they take him to the hospital? Will they do anything if he needs a respirator or whatever? Will it be there for him?�

The prison in Bowling Green has not yet completed mass testing, but one staff member had tested positive for the virus as of July 29. ‘No Faith In Them’ Diane Lowe, whose son has been incarcerated for almost

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14 years, said she doesn’t trust the state to be open about what’s happening with the coronavirus in prisons because they have a history of failing to be transparent. “They are not forthcoming on anything at all, it doesn’t matter what it is,� Lowe said. “They just don’t tell people.

They just don’t.�

Strauss said when her son was first incarcerated, she asked him to share her contact information with other incarcerated people he trusted. She told her son it was necessary: “If something happens to you, someone can contact me.

Cause I won’t find out from the (Department of Corrections).�

Pojmann, the department spokesperson, said when the pandemic began, the department immediately put up a website that described their efforts to prevent the virus from entering prisons and plans to contain it. She also said the department is under no obligation to publish the number of positive COVID-19 cases identified in prisons. “That was a choice that we made to be transparent from the beginning,� she said.

Pojmann also said communication has become a much bigger priority since Department of Corrections Director Anne Precythe took over in February 2017. “In the past, people may have had more difficulty getting information, but that is not what we’re doing now,� Pojmann said. “We’re trying to be as transparent as possible and we have more avenues of communication available than ever before.�

But the mistrust remains. “I don’t have no faith in them at all,� said Jesika Blount, whose husband is in-

carcerated at the Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center in Bonne Terre. As of July 29, 72 prisoners and 17 staff members at the prison have tested positive for COVID-19.

Advocating for Loved Ones Blount said she has hit roadblocks when trying to advocate for her husband, who has a vitamin B12 deficiency and needs monthly shots. “I’ve had to get on to them about making sure he gets his shots, testing his blood,�

Blount said. “It’s like ... pulling teeth to get any information or whatever. Or to get them to comply with me to make sure his health is all right.�

Family members and friends are encouraged to sign up for the department’s messaging system and bring their questions and concerns about loved ones in prison to the department’s Constituent Services Office, Pojmann said. Constituent services employees can provide general information about policies and procedures or work with individual prisons to get more specific information, she said. “If they call the prison directly, they might not be able to reach someone who has the information that they’re looking for,� Pojmann said. “But if they call constituent services, then we’ll make sure that we

get the information for them.�

Lowe’s son has spent time in four Missouri prisons, and Lowe said she’s had mixed success getting through to them.

When her son was incarcerated at Western Missouri Correctional Center, Lowe said she had to call daily and “fight with� prison staff to try to force them to address his health problems. He was struggling with heat exhaustion because his housing unit at the prison did not have air conditioning and he had also developed a rash. “Usually, I will talk to his case manager, and I usually don’t get anywhere talking to them,� Lowe said, describing the process. “Then I tried constituent services, same issue.

You don’t really get anywhere talking to them. So the only way I got anything accomplished when he was in Cameron was calling a representative.�

Lowe said she believes former state Rep. Brandon Ellington helped get her son transferred to Moberly Correctional Center, where he is now.

Lowe’s son wasn’t given the medication he needed until he was transferred, she said.

The prison in Moberly has not yet completed mass testing, but no cases of COVID-19 have been reported there as of July 29.

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OP/ED

Five Points

by Wendell Lenhart

Construction Headache Well Worth It

There certainly has been a lot of construction activity in the Trenton area this summer and, although it’s sometimes a nuisance, the long term benefits will be great. The most obvious improvement, of course, will be the milling and repaving of East Ninth Street (Highway 6) through Trenton.

The Missouri Department of Transportation hasn’t put too much into repairs since it will be replaced soon and it shows. It could well be one of the roughest roads in the county.

Prior to that resurfacing taking place, water lines that run under 9th Street have been eliminated and Wendell Lenhart rerouted so that once the resurfacing is complete it will not have to be torn up to make water leak repairs. In addition, sidewalks on both sides of the street have been replaced in compliance with laws to provide adequate handicap accessibility.

Highway work also continues on Highway 6 west of town to Interstate 35, which includes resurfacing and sealing different sections of the driving surface.

Additional construction continues on the improvements at Trenton High School and Rissler Elementary School as well as the 17th Street Bridge replacement project. Dirt work has also begun on the new building site for Orschlen’s on 28th Street and renovation work on the reopening of the Cobblestone Inn and Suites across the street. Construction is also set to begin on rental cottages just north of that location. Gas line replacement work also continues throughout town.

Several new businesses have opened in the downtown area the last several years and great strides continue to be made there. The most dramatic recent improvements are being made to the former CiscoBrown Drug Store on the northeast corner of Ninth and Main streets. If you haven’t been by there recently, it certainly is worth the look.

The building, owned by the Ishmael family, has been completely renovated and painted on the outside with stucco work. It’s a great improvement to the downtown area.

A lot of work has been done on the future Uprooted Kitchen building near Five Points and the last I knew it was hoped to be open within the next month.

All the work can be a driving inconvenience, but the sacrifice will be well worth it. I can’t wait to see the appearance of our town when it’s all done later this year.

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Virus Not On Agenda

A special session of the Missouri General Assembly convened on Tuesday, called by Gov. Mike Parson to take action on violent crime. While violent crime is an important issue facing Missouri’s largest cities, it isn’t the most important issue facing our state.

Guest Editorials Right now, coronavirus is raging in our state. There are clear steps available to slow the spread that the governor has failed to take.

Don’t misunderstand, Missouri has one of the highest rates of gun violence in the nation and shootings have increased rapidly since 2014. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the state’s firearms death rate is 21.5 per every 100,000. Of that, more die by suicide than by homicide, but a lot of the slayings involve young people. Something does need to be done.

About 1,325 people are likely to die by gunshot in Missouri this year. Yet seven months into 2020, we have had more than 1,200 COVID-19 deaths and we are setting record after record for the spread of the disease.

Earlier this week, Dr. Deborah Birx, the White House Coronavirus Task Force coordinator, recommended governors in several states that are seeing rising COVID-19 cases mandate mask wearing in public. She

specifically singled out Missouri.

The problem with violence is not new. It has been talked about repeatedly in the Legislature, but action has been sparse and unimpressive. The package of proposals for this session would boost penalties for young people who use guns and adults who help them obtain guns, along with measures to boost policing.

Who knows if the approach will accomplish what is hoped?

We do know that measures to curb the spread of coronavirus work. Hand-washing, social distancing and masks work. The coronavirus pandemic requires the governor’s attention, but he is looking elsewhere in this election year. At a minimum, Parson should act to require the wearing of cloth masks in enclosed spaces statewide.

Special sessions are too common for the Missouri General Assembly and too often seem more political theater to highlight a hot-button issue than an effective path to positive change.

They cost too much to be used every year, as they have been in recent years, ranging from around $140,000 to $160,000, often for things that might have been addressed in the regular session.

Again, impose a statewide mask mandate, and let’s hold lawmakers and the governor responsible for how they handle our state’s business. — Joplin Globe

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COMMUNITY Quilters Make Plans For Retreat Final plans for the 2020 Quilt retreat at The Barn Bed and Breakfast in Valley Falls, KS were discussed when the Scrappy Quilter’s Guild met on Aug. 4 for its regular monthly meeting.

Members will be traveling o The Barn on Sept. 14-17 for heir annual retreat. They will be visiting various shops in hat area as well as spending ime working on quilting projects.

President Donna Wilson presided over the business meeting with 13 members present. The group welcomed new member Ruby Reich.

Reports were given on the various quilts the group is working on for future contributions. The flower basket quilt is finished as is the orphan block quilt. Several items such as baby blankets, youth quilts, and burp cloths were shown and these will be donated to the new Life Options facility. The group will be havng their monthly Saturday Sew at 9:30 a.m. on Aug. 8 and will be working on unfinished quilts bindings and putting labels on finished quilts so they will be ready to donate.

The group will be taking a runk show to the home of Holly Casselman during the Aug. 8 meeting of the Northwest Piecemakers Quilt Guild from Brookfield. Members are being asked to get items to Mrs. Wilson if they will not be present. The Brookfield guild will be doing the trunk show at he Scrappy Quilters meeting on Sept. 1.

Ford Judy Jackson The Galt Baptist Church held services on Sunday morning, Aug. 2. Gene Schreffler's message was on "Joy" with various scriptures.

A fellowship dinner was held afterward.

The Galt Christian Church held services on Sunday morning, Aug. 2. Stan Richardson gave the message, "Give Me Your Undivided Attention," with scripture from Acts 9:1-22.

Dana Downs, Abby and Zoey, of Clear Lake, IA spent from Friday until Monday with Jim and Alice Westergaard and attended services on Sunday morning at the Galt Christian Church.

Tim Berry of Bates City spent Saturday with Jerry and Sharon Berry and also visited Ruby Elliott.

Jake Richardson of near Orlando, FL spent Friday and Saturday nights with Stan and Mary Helen Richardson. He was a Saturday supper guest of the Barry Richardson family in Moberly and attended services on Sunday morning at the Galt Christian Church.

Les and Lora Jackson, Steve and Susie Vandevender, Ben and Coleen Banner and Judy Jackson spent the weekend at the Laura Ingalls Wilder campground near Mansfield. They toured the museum, farmhouse that Almonzo and Laura Wilder built and the rock house that their daughter, Rose, had built for them.

It was announced Preceptor Nu chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will cater the annual Christmas meal on Dec. 7. The gift exchanges this year will be ornaments.

Those participating in Share and Tell were Donna Wilson, Delores Kuttler, Twyla Johnson, Chris Newton, Linda Mullins, Carolyn Urton, Flora Hanks and Joyce Evans.

The next meeting will be on Sept. 1 beginning at 5:30 p.m. with the meeting to follow at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will include the trunk show. The public is being invited to the meeting, which will be held at First Baptist Church in Trenton.

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The home of Eddie and Nancy Stewart of 2923 Oklahoma Ave. has been named the August Yard of the Month winner by the Grand River Garden Club.

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Trenton Area Calendar of Events SATURDAY Church Women United Thrift Shop, 17th & Harris, 9 a.m. to noon.

Grief Share Self-Help Group, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 4:30 p.m.

Celebrate Recovery, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m.

MONDAY Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m. For more information, call 359-2704 or 357-2367.

North 65 Center: Line Dancers, 9:30 a.m.; Light and Lively Exercise Group and Cards, 12:30 p.m.

TUESDAY Church Women United Thrift Shop, 17th & Harris, noon to 4 p.m.

Trenton Lions Club, First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, noon.

North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.

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AGRICULTURE

Helpful Tips On Watering Your Garden How does your garden grow? No grow or slow grow? It could be your H2O. How and when you water your garden often makes the difference between healthy or diseased plants, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Tom Fowler.

Fowler offers some simple watering tips that can provide a bushel of benefits.

First, water at the right time for the best results. Watering in the morning allows leaves to dry if they get wet. If watered at night, plant foliage stays wet longer.

Secondly, do not spray water on leaves. Try to water only in the root zone. Wet leaves create an environment where diseases, especially fungi, thrive.

Give your plantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; roots a good soaking. Light, daily watering creates shallow root systems.

Long, less frequent waterings allow the soil to remain wet 6-8 inches below the surface.

Fowler suggests keeping a long screwdriver or similar device near your garden spot. If the screwdriver tip easily penetrates 6 inches or so into the soil, it is watered enough.

Drip or trickle irrigation also provide good results in home gardens, Fowler says. Watering by hand allows water to go only where needed.

Water during dry spells and during critical plant development stages such as flowering.

Most Missouri gardens need about 1-3 inches of water per week.

Finally, Fowler recommends soil testing to determine your gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nutrient needs. See the MU Extension publication â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steps in Fertilizing Garden Soil: Vegetables and Annual Flowersâ&#x20AC;? at extension2.missouri.edu/g6950 for more information.

Fowler shares other gardening basics: â&#x20AC;˘ Choose your garden site well. Garden plants need 6-8 hours of sunlight daily. Plants prefer morning to early afternoon sunlight. â&#x20AC;˘ Avoid locating gardens near trees. Tree roots can extend 30 feet or more and take water and nutrients that garden plants need. Walnut and pecan trees produce a chemical that causes wilt in some fruits and vegetables. â&#x20AC;˘ Gardens should slope to allow proper surface runoff and subsoil drainage. â&#x20AC;˘ Locate gardens near water sources to avoid carrying water or running long hoses.

For more gardening tips, go to MU Extensionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Master Gardener website at mg.missouri.edu or contact your local MU Extension center.

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by Tom Fowler Field Specialist in Horticulture SEEING SPOTS ON YOUR TOMATO PLANTS? This time of year we can start seeing fungal leaf spot diseases on our tomato plants. You may see Septoria leaf spot and/or early blight on the leaves.

Even though they call it Early bight we generally see it later in the season so it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t early as the name implies. Both leaf spot diseases are a fungus and they generally develop on the older lower leaves of the plant and can move up the plant and infect the tomatoes and reduce production. In severe cases kill the plant.

Septoria leaf spot is a small circular dark bordered spot that may have a tan or light gray center. They can eventually become so numerous the entire leaf surface becomes blighted. Early blight is a larger irregular shaped spot and will develop what is described as a target pattern of concentric rings or circles. If it is a heavy infection the leaves will turn yellow and drop off the plant.

To prevent diseases we can mulch the plants (I like to use straw), stake or put a cage around the plant to hold it up off the ground. This keeps the leaves from touching the soil that may carry the fungus and to allow air circulation and sunlight to help dry the leaves. The fungus disease needs moist plant tissue to grow.

Using a mulch around the plant also helps prevent water from splashing the disease spores on the plant. Another strategy to try if you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t is to rotate your vegetable crops.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t grow tomatoes or related crops (peppers, potatoes, eggplant) in the same area of the garden for several years. In our vegetable plot we are on a three

year rotation meaning it is three years before there is tomatoes grown there again. For small gardens this may not be practical but try your best even a few feet from where they were grown before would help.

Other strategies if you start seeing a few spotted lower leaves they can be picked off the plant and removed from the garden. Control weeds that may harbor disease in and near the garden especially horse nettle.

When watering avoid getting the foliage wet. Using a soaker hose works well to prevent getting water on the leaves. Avoid working in the garden when the plants are wet. Clean your garden tools. Be sure and clean up the plant debris after the harvest to reduce the overwintering fungus spores.

Fungicide sprays can be used as a protectant. There are numerous brands of fungicides. A common fungicide for fruiting plants has the active ingredient Chlorothalonil. Fungicides protect the healthy leaves they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cure the spotted leaves. If you are going to use a fungicide it is important to start treatment as soon as you start seeing the disease and spray both the upper and lower leaf surfaces to protect the whole leaf. You may also find other fungicides labelled for tomato disease such as Mancozeb and copper based materials. Read and follow the label directions if you use one of these products.

For more information search on-line for the MU Extension guide titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Disease Prevention in Home Vegetable Gardensâ&#x20AC;? or contact your county MU Extension office for a copy.

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Temperatures last week averaged 76.0 degrees, 0.7 degree below normal while precipitation averaged 3.04 inches statewide, 2.29 inches above normal.

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Corn silking was 95 percent this week, 11 percentage points ahead of last year. Corn dough progressed to 54 percent, 4 percentage points behind the five-year average.

Corn dented was 4 percent this week. Corn condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 57 percent good and 17 percent excellent.

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Election â&#x20AC;˘ From Front Page â&#x20AC;˘

816; Mike Carter, 491; Amie C. â&#x20AC;&#x153;ACâ&#x20AC;? Dienoff, 171; and Aaron T. Wisdom, 156.

Secretary of State - John R. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jayâ&#x20AC;? Ashcroft, 1,720.

Treasurer - Scott Fitzpatrick, 1,662.

Attorney General - Eric Schmitt, 1,658.

Democrats Governor - Nicole Galloway, 190; Eric Morrison, 13; Jimmie Matthews, 6; Antoin Johnson, 5; Robin John Daniel VanQuaethem, 2.

Lieutenant Governor Alissa Canady, 137; Gregory A. Upchurch, 69.

Secretary of State - Yinka Faleti, 186 Treasurer - Vicki Lorenz Englund, 198.

Attorney General - Rich Finneran, 137; Elad Gross, 63.

Other Parties Governor - Rik Combs (Libertarian), 2; Jerome Howard Bauer (Green), 3.

Lieutenant Governor - Bill Slantz (Lib), 2; Kelley Dragoo (Green), 3.

Secretary of State - Carl Herman Freese (Lib), 1; Paul Lehmann (Green), 3; Paul Veneble (Constitutional), 3.

Treasurer - Nicholas (Nick) Kasoff, 1; Joseph Civettini (Green), 3.

Attorney General - Kevin C. Babcock (Lib), 2.

Green Hills Regional Plan-

ning Commission Executive Director Randy Railsback won a four-way Republican race for state representative from District 8 (Clinton and Caldwell counties as well as part of Clay and Ray counties). Railsback collected 2,959 votes to defeat David Woody with 2,212 votes, Darlene Breckenridge with 1,095 votes and Gary Stroud with 369 votes. There was no Democrat candidate.

Area Elections - Contested Mercer County - Voters elected Jose Lopez as sheriff.

Lopez defeated Jimmy See, 419-416. Both men, who are deputies with the Mercer County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department, ran on the Republican ticket.

Incumbent Shane Grooms defeated Justin Porter in a GOP race for First District Commissioner, 327 to 98. No Democrat candidates filed for either position.

Daviess County - Voters chose Larry Adams Jr. as sheriff. Adams, who ran on the Republican ballot, received 1,162 votes while challengers Tyler Miller received 274 and Kyle Cornett received 247 votes.

There was no Democrat candidate for the position. Aaron Piburn defeated Joshua Ty Lisle for the GOP assessorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nod, 1,050-377. Piburn will face incumbent Sally Black, who was the lone Democrat, in the November election.

Harrison County - There were three Republican races

with no Democrat candidates.

Trevor Place was elected sheriff, defeating Eric Rimmer, 1,359-633. Another incumbent, Rick Smith, won re-election as north district county commissioner by defeating Mike Smith, 515-446. Incumbent Lila Craig won the nod for assessor, defeating Hannah Thompson, 1,210-789.

Livingston County - Incumbent Sheriff Steve Cox defeated Richard Knouse on the Republican ticket, 3,049-759.

Winning the Republican race for first district commissioner was Alvin Thompson, who defeated Roger Barnes, 1,1531,037. The GOP winner for public administrator was Geri Curtis, who defeated Whitney Ballard, 2,881-856. Cox, Thompson and Ms. Curtis will have no opposition in November. Diana Havens defeated Kaley Holmes for collector/treasurer on the Republican ticket, 1,878-1,671.

She will face Democrat challenger Teresa Sykes, who had no opposition.

Sullivan County - Rye Page defeated Colin Sorhus for the Republican nomination for first district commissioner, 311-110, while Michael Williams defeated incumbent Randy Huffman on the GOP ticket for second district commissioner, 228-209. There were no Democrat candidates.

Trenton Lions Club Holds Meeting July 28 The Trenton Lions Club met on Tuesday, July 28, in the First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, with President George Moore leading the pledge to the U.S. flag, followed by a prayer by Rev. Steve Martin. Seth Cox served as â&#x20AC;&#x153;tail twister.â&#x20AC;?

Steve Martin was the program chairman and introduced Elizabeth Gibson, administrator of the Grundy County Health Department. Although locally governed by a board of directors, the health department receives information, alerts and guidance from Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the Center for Disease Control and the World Health Organization. Ms. Gibson said their united purpose is to diagnose the whole community and develop a plan to improve the health of an â&#x20AC;&#x153;entire pop-

Organization Fair At NCMC North Central Missouri College will host its annual Organization Fair on Monday, Aug. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, NCMC will be limiting in-person participation at the fair to campus organizations only. Local businesses, churches, and other organizations are encouraged to participate by providing flyers, coupons and other informational materials the college will make available to students during the fair. NCMC appreciates everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s understanding and looks forward to hearing from your business/organization. republican-times.com republican-times.com republican-times.com

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ulation.â&#x20AC;? She spoke specifically about steps individuals may take to slow the spread of COVID-19, including staying home if sick, washing hands for a minimum of 20 seconds with soap and water, cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, socially distancing and wearing face coverings. Contact tracing, quarantine, isolation and â&#x20AC;&#x153;probable casesâ&#x20AC;? were also defined. Ms. Gibson distributed handouts on wearing face coverings, COVID-19 symptoms and steps to protect oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s self from contracting the virus.

Gibson also allowed time for questions and discussion.

The next meeting of the Lions Club will be a business meeting at noon on Aug. 4. The meeting will be held in the Family Activity Center of First Christian Church.

The event is being organized by the NCMC housing staff and provides Trenton and area businesses, churches and community organizations the opportunity to welcome students and provide awareness of their services.

There is no charge for Organization Fair participants.

Interested parties may contact Residence Life Coordinator Sara Van Dyke at svandyke@mail.ncmissouri.ed u or 660-357-6480 for details.

The housing staff is also soliciting donations for raffle prizes for the event.

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I thought about writing a condolence on the funeral home webpage and decided it was not appropriate. But on the internet, I found Richard's home address and phone number (he's in a neighboring town). It seems inappropriate to contact Richard so soon.

I have no idea if he's ever thought of me. His birthday is Dec. 26. Now, I'm thinking maybe a condolence/birthday greeting in December? What would you advise? -- Mad About Him Dear Mad About Him: There is no timeline for these things. The key is to be respectful of his space and do away with expectations. Only send him a card in December if you're willing to accept friendship rather than romance. Perhaps, one day, he will be interested in striking up a relationship, but that can't be your expectation.

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Dear Annie: I'm 73 years old and having feelings like a 17-year-old. "Richard" and I were an item in high school. It ended when my mother would no longer let me see him. I didn't know why at the time. Many years later, I figured out why; but it's complicated and has no bearing on what's going on now. However, I always regretted how things ended for us.

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Dear Annie: I read your letter from "Marshall Sellers" about people needing to walk against traffic. His letter and your response were excellent!

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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.

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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.

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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!!

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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 FJul14-Aug7 ------------------------------------------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.

TJul21-Aug14 ------------------------------------------AKC Recycling - Buying copper, brass, aluminum, etc....

Also doing... Auto Repair. Call Alec: 660-654-0163 1209 NE 10th Ave., Spickard, MO. FJul21-Aug14 ------------------------------------------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!"

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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 51 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.

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Over 80% of Seniors are... * Receive all the benefits available to you * Save money on premiums/prescriptions * Stay in network + keep your doctor Danielle Knapp, Licensed Agent Senior Benefits Services Call or text to learn more!

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"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."

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Heartland Realty 701 Main Trenton, MO

660-359-1634 www.HeartlandRealtyMo.com

214 W. 5th St. WHAT MORE COULD YOU WANT! This 1 1/2 story is situated on two spacious lots, partially fenced, 24’x56’ 4-door garage.

Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, large living room with woodburning fireplace, kitchen equipped with refrigerator, oven/range with microwave, built-in dishwasher and food disposal. Outside the home has a large covered front porch and a spacious wood deck with concrete patio below. Must See. Only $69,500. Call Chuck, 660654-5372.

222 Maupin St. PRICE REDUCED $69,500 $58,500 DON’T PASS UP A PEEK AT THIS ONE! Move in ready, 3 bedroom, 1 bath, spacious living & dining area. Kitchen has wood cabinets with adjoining laundry room.

Home features tile and hardwood floors, central heat & air. 100’x100’ corner lot. Single car attached garage. Small front porch, back wood deck. Call for Appointment. Chuck, 660-6545372.

H494d7* -----------------------------------------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 -------------------------------------------

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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 ------------------------------------------Big Square Hay Baling, Brush Hogging. Peter Beery 660-6544764.

FJul28-Aug21 ------------------------------------------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 ------------------------------------------CALVES FOR SALE - Holstein bull calves $150; beef cross heifer or bull calves $250 ea. Call for availability. M.B. Dairy 660684-6930.

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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."

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dtf ----------------------------------------FORMER LAW OFFICE FOR SALE 810 Washington St., Trenton, MO 64683 Sale Price: $385,000 Building Size: 6,250 SF Contact Broker: Windfield Real Estate 816-612-5191 Andrew@WindfieldRealEstate.com WindfieldRealEstate.com TJul28-Aug21* -------------------------------------------

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

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.

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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 ------------------------------------------Sealed bids will be accepted through 4:00 p.m., August 13th on a 2016 Ford Fusion; 47,642 miles. No Warranty, expressed, nor implied. Bids may be dropped off or mailed to 1506 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683. CAPNCM reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

C162d7 ------------------------------------------North Evans Cemetery annual meeting will be August 10, 2020 at 6 p.m. at the cemetery.

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MELISSA PURKAPILE 359-1101

Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home 1 block from Ketcham Center.

1429 Lulu St. $700/month, $700 deposit.

Call/text 660-752-3973.

T354d11* ------------------------------------------PLAZA APARTMENTS Commercial space available in basement with separate entrance. Rent is $300/month with all utilities paid. For further information, contact the manager at: 660-359-6666, MondayThursday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

1312 E. 9th St. Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

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Iowa hydrants, blue poly roll pipe 1" & 3/4", 1 1/4 160 PSI reel pipe, pond valves, livestock tank supplies. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 359-3660.

T161d11 ------------------------------------------Cardinal Mini Barns Due to rising lumber prices, there will be a price increase on all buildings starting August 14, 2020. See our displays at 1062 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, or call Rene at 660-654-3327.

FAug14 ------------------------------------------Used Maytag wringer wash machine, wanted electric. 660286-2682.

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FOR RENT

HELP WANTED Construction Workers Wanted Full-time employment company hiring! Provides good pay to qualified individuals experienced in carpentry, electric, plumbing or heating and cooling with a strong desire to learn any of the other trades mentioned that they are not experienced in and perform as leaders. Require 3 years minimum experience in one of the 4 trades mentioned.

May be required to work weekends on occasion. For more info, call 660-445-2130.

FJul21-Aug14 ------------------------------------------Trenton R-IX School District is taking applications for school year custodian. Applications are online or may be obtained at the district office at 1607 Normal Street, Trenton, MO. Trenton Schools is an equal opportunity employer.

T155d7 ------------------------------------------One-On-One Paraprofessional The Princeton R-V School District is accepting applications for a preschool one-on-one special education paraprofessional to start at the beginning of the 2020-2021 school year. In this role, the selected applicant will work one-on-one with a student that has a disability. Candidates must hold the appropriate certification or have the ability to acquire the appropriate certification. Interested candidates should obtain an application by calling 660-748-3211 or online at http://www.tigertown. k12.mo.us under district non-certified application. Applicants must submit hard copies of their application and resume to: Princeton R-V School District Attn: Mrs. Meredith Ussery, SPED Director 1008 E. Coleman Street Princeton, MO 64673 P156d11 ------------------------------------------Help Wanted: Sunnyview Nursing Home has a job opening for Maintenance help. If interested, you may pick up an application at 1311 E. 28th St. S164d7 ------------------------------------------Public Water Supply District #1 of Grundy County is seeking a motivated individual to work on a part-time as needed basis.

Must be able to work unsupervised assisting with general maintenance and mowing in rural Grundy County. Must be available to work flexible hours and must possess a current MO Driver's License.

Please submit a resume' to the business office located at Grundy Electric Cooperative, 4100 Oklahoma Ave, Trenton.

Applications will be accepted through 4:30 p.m. August 14, 2020.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

P166d11 ------------------------------------------Trenton Municipal Utilities is currently accepting applications for a full-time Apprentice Electric Lineman. Wage depending upon experience with beginning wage at $13.25/hr. A copy of the job description is available upon request. Applications will be accepted at City Hall until position is filled. Trenton Municipal Utilities is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, contact Brad Griffin at 660-3592315.

T167d11 ------------------------------------------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.

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WEB SITES

WE ARE HIRING! The Missouri Department of Transportation is hiring full-time maintenance workers in your area. If you enjoy working in a team environment this is the job for you! We offer great benefits including paid vacation, paid sick leave, retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance. We are hiring across the Northwest area modot.org/careers. Apply online.

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Immediate opening for local haul Truck Drivers, home every night, 300 mile radius from Corydon, IA, late model trucks, average pay $200-$250 per day, health insurance, plus paid vacation, & direct deposit. Must have clean MVR and trucking experience. For more information call or text 515-782-3018. T332d11* ------------------------------------------Truck Drivers wanted. Must have a CDL and clean driving record. Call 660-748-5634 for info.

M023d14* ------------------------------------------Help Wanted - Dental Assistant, 3 days a week. Send resume to 152 E. 8th St., Trenton, MO 64683.

S168d18 ------------------------------------------Truck Drivers Wanted. Must have good driving record, parttime/full-time. 660-654-2207 FOct30 -------------------------------------------

RUMMAGE SALES

Garage Sale - 1315 E. 10th St., Apt. B, Friday, August 7 & Saturday, August 8, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Something for everyone.

H709d7* ------------------------------------------HUGE Garage Sale, Saturday, August 8, 2020, 7 a.m. Noon, 545 SE Hwy, K, Laredo (go east of Laredo on Highway E, then south on Highway K).

LOTS of women's and men's clothing, household items, furniture. Rain or shine. Thompson and Lewis.

L529d7* ------------------------------------------Garage Sale - 2125 Hunter Rd., Friday, August 7, 1-5 p.m. and Saturday, August 8, 8 a.m. noon. John Deere rider, 4wheeler, furniture, knick knacks, lots of guy stuff.

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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:

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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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NOTICE OF HEARING The Spickard Special Road District tax rate hearing will be held at the regular meeting that begins at 6:30 p.m., Monday, August 17, 2020 at the Spickard Fire Station. The tax rate will be expressed in cents per $100 assessed valuation.

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The Town of Tindall will hold a tax rate hearing on August 12, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at Tindall Christian Church. dAug4,7 ------------------------------------------NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Grundy County Council on Aging, Inc. is accepting bids for the completion of the roof at the North 65 Center, 2901 Hoover Drive, Trenton, MO. Bids will be accepted until August 18, 2020 at PO Box 173, Trenton, MO 64683, or by bringing to the Administrator's office at the North 65 Center, 2901 Hoover Drive, Trenton, by 3 p.m. on August 18, 2020. Label the envelope with the words "Roof Bid".

You may call 359-3058, ask for Karen, with questions. dAug4,7,11,14 ------------------------------------------Myers Township will hold a tax rate hearing on August 17, 2020 at 7 p.m. at the old Fairview School on the corner of 100th St. & 80th Ave., Spickard. dAug7 ------------------------------------------NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING I, Betty Spickard, County Clerk & Budget Officer for Grundy County, Missouri, will hold a public hearing in the presence of the County Commission at 9:30 o'clock a.m., Tuesday, August 18, 2020 for preparation of a budget amendment (Section 50.622 RSMo. 2000).

Said hearing to include General Revenue and Election Services Fund for the COVID-19 CARES Act funding grants. dAug7 ------------------------------------------Wilson Township of Grundy County tax rate hearing will be held at 7 p.m., August 11, 2020 at 651 SE 40th St., Laredo, MO. dAug7 ------------------------------------------Lincoln Township tax rate hearing will be held on August 13, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at Cliff Steinhoff's home. dAug7 -------------------------------------------

ASSESSED VALUATION Real Estate Personal Property Railroad and Utility Budgeted Revenue for 2020 $7,463

PRIOR TAX YEAR

CURRENT TAX YEAR

$ 589,620 239,240 1,105,221

$ 586,700 230,400 1,172,248

Tax Rate Ceiling 0.3800

Proposed Tax Rate for 2019 0.3800

Household Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Each Additional Member

A hearing on the proposed 2020 Jackson Township tax levy will be held on Wednesday, August 19th at 5 p.m. at 134 SE 61st Street, Trenton, MO. The tax rate will be expressed in cents per $100 valuation.

ASSESSED VALUATION Current Tax Year Real Estate $3,665,068 Personal Property $1,172,904 TOTAL $4,837,972 Proposed Tax Rate for 2020 General Revenue Road & Bridge Special Road & Bridge David Meservey, Trustee

Prior Tax Year $3,617,727 $1,360,424 $4,978,151

Notice of Public Hearing Grundy County Health Department A hearing on the proposed 2020 Grundy County Health Department tax levy will be held on Thursday, August 13 at 4:30 pm at the Grundy County Health Department (lower level), 1716 Lincoln, Trenton, Missouri.

The tax rate will be expressed in cents per $100 valuation.

ASSESSED VALUATION Real Estate Personal Property TOTAL

Prior Tax Year Current Tax Year $94,570,049 $93,389,259 $38,029,753 $36,678,703 $132,599,802 $130,067,962

New Revenue from New Construction & Improvements $1,141 New Revenue from Reassessment $0 Percentage of New Revenue from Reassessment 0% Revenue for 2020 $390,204 Tax Rate Ceiling .3000 Proposed Tax Rate for 2020 .3000 Grundy County Health Department NiCole Neal, Board Chair Elizabeth Gibson, Administrator (660) 359-4196

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NOTICE OF HEARING A hearing will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at the County Commission room â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2nd floor, courthouse, at which citizens may be heard on the property tax rates, proposed to be set by Grundy County, a political subdivision. The tax rate will be expressed in cents per $100 valuation.

ASSESSED VALUATION PRIOR TAX YEAR CURRENT TAX YEAR (By Categories) Real Estate Personal Property Railroad and Utility TOTAL

$223,200

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Maximum Household Income Eligible for Reduced Price Meals Annually Monthly Weekly $23,606 $1,968 $454 31,894 2,658 614 40,182 3,349 773 48,470 4,040 933 56,758 4,730 1,092 65,046 5,421 1,251 73,334 6,112 1,411 81,622 6,802 1,570 +691

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USDA Non-discrimination Statement: In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint filing cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. dAug7

Budgeted Revenues for 2020

0.0891 0.3663 0.3568

Maximum Household Income Eligible for Free Meals Annually Monthly Weekly $16,588 $1,383 $319 22,412 1,868 431 28,236 2,353 543 34,060 2,839 655 39,884 3,324 767 45,708 3,809 879 51,532 4,295 991 57,356 4,780 1,103

Children from families whose current income is at or below those shown are eligible for free or reduced price meals. Applications are available at the school office in each school. To apply, fill out a Free and Reduced Price School Meals Family Application and return it to the school. The information provided on the application is confidential and will be used only for the purpose of determining eligibility. Applications may be submitted any time during the school year. A complete application is required as a condition of eligibility. A complete application includes: (1) household income from all sources or Food Stamp/TANF case number, (2) names of all household members, and (3) the signature and last four digits of social security number or indication of no social security number of adult household member signing the application. School officials may verify current income at any time during the school year.

Foster children may be eligible regardless of the income of the household with whom they reside.

If a family member becomes unemployed or if family size changes, the family should contact the school to file a new application. Such changes may make the children of the family eligible for these benefits.

Households will be notified of their childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eligibility status for free or reduced price meals. If any children were not listed on the eligibility notice for families receiving SNAP, TANF or FDPIR, the household should contact the school to have free meal benefits extended to those children.

If any child(ren) was not listed on the eligibility notice, the household should contact the LEA or school to have free meal benefits extended to that child(ren).

Under the provisions of the policy, the Director of Food Services will review the applications and determine eligibility. If a parent is dissatisfied with the ruling of the determining official, they may wish to discuss the decision with the hearing official on an informal basis or he/she may make a request either orally or in writing to the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s superintendent. Hearing procedures are outlined in the policy.

A complete copy of the policy is on file in each school and in the central office where any interested party may review it.

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NOTICE OF HEARING Jackson Township

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Trenton R-IX, Pleasant View R-VI, Laredo R-VII, Grundy County R-V schools announced its revised free and reduced price policy for school children unable to pay the full price of meals served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program.

Local education officials have adopted the following family-size income criteria for determining eligibility:

New Construction For 2020 662,470

Tax Rate Ceiling .3918

$65,947,250 34,266,914 19,623,834

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$119,757,208

$123,283,970

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AREA DEATHS Deleoris F. Allen Deleoris F. Allen, a 73-yearold resident of Independence, died at 7:33 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2020 at the University Of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. today (Friday, Aug. 7, 2020) at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, north of Trenton.

Ms. Allen was born on Sept.

22, 1946 at Trenton, the daughter of Marion R. and Goldie F. Miller Ward. Before

retiring she was employed by Cardinal Health Factory of Independence.

Her survivors include two sons, Gary Petree of Aurora and Jason Petree of North Kansas City; one sister, Ann Hall of Arizona; four grandchildren; and nine greatgrandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

Martha Delores Clark Martha Delores Clark, an 87-year-old Mercer resident, died on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020 in the loving care of the staff at Pearl’s II nursing home with her family by her side.

Graveside services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020 at Girdner Cemetery in Mercer. Roberson Funeral Home of Lineville, IA was in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Clark was born on March 31, 1933, the daughter of James Laures and Ruby Irene Hamilton Poland.

She was married on Aug. 5, 1952 in Osceola, IA to John Robert Clark, who preceded her in death on Oct. 28, 2007.

She graduated from Mercer High School in 1951. She was a member of the Lineville Baptist Church and the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, flowers and cattle.

She is survived by her son, James Robert “Jim” (Ann) Clark of Mercer; two daughters, Mary Sue (Mike) Johnson of Trenton and Linda (Jim) Hodges of Mercer; grandchildren, Jordon Robert

(Ashley) Clark, Megan Ann (Zach) Martin, Rhiannon Kay (Kinnison) McKay, Bryan Michael Johnson, James Matthew (Tammy) Davis and Mindy Sue (Leigh) Rock; a step-grandson, Joel (Mary) Hodges; 10 great-grandchildren and four step-greatgrandchildren. Delores “Dee Dee” was also blessed to have a family of her heart in neighbor Kaela Kidd and her family. She enjoyed many of her last days before residing in the nursing home enjoying tea parties and sharing ice cream with great-grandchildren and the neighborhood children.

She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Pat Clark; a brother and sister-in-law, Alvin and Joan Clark; a brother-in-law, Paul Clark; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

In addition to her husband, Delores was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Raymond Glenn Poland and his wife, Shirley.

Memorials may be made to Girdner Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, 310 W. Third St., Lineville, IA 50147.

Ricky L. Renfro Ricky L. Renfro, a 57-yearold former Trenton resident, died on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020 in Wichita, KS. A family visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020 at the Slater-Neal Funeral Home in Trenton. His body will be cremated after the visitation and a private family burial will be held later.

Mr. Renfro was born on April 13, 1963 in Trenton, the son of Samuel and Janice

Alexander Renfro. He graduated from Trenton High School.

Survivors include one sister, Trena Keller of Hale; one brother, Scott Renfro of Spokane, WA; one niece, Angela Keller; and two nephews, Michael Renfro and Ethan Keller.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

Three Are Arrested Here Charges of driving while intoxicated are facing a Spickard man, while a local woman was arrested for failing to appear in court and a parolee has been returned to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

According to information provided by the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, William A. Stoneburner, a 47year-old Spickard resident, is being held on $5,000 cashonly bond after being arrested on a class B misdemeanor charge of driving while intoxicated and a class E felony charge of operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license - third or subsequent offense. Stoneburner, who is scheduled to appear in court on Aug. 11, is accused of op-

erating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol on N. 10th St., in Spickard on Aug. 2. In addition, he does not have a valid driver’s license and has been charged with that offense at least three times.

Also arrested was Stephanie A. Myrick, a 39-year-old Trenton resident who failed to appear in court on a class B misdemeanor charge of failing to register a motor vehicle. She has posted $125 cash bond and is also scheduled to be in court Aug. 11.

Trenton resident Corey Hines is being returned to the Missouri Department of Corrections after being arrested as a parolee absconder. His original charge was stealing.

Ticket Issued In Accident A ticket was issued for failing to yield following a twovehicle non-injury accident investigated recently by the Trenton Police Department.

According to the accident report filed by Officer Ashley Calvin, the mishap occurred when a car driven by Rodney R. Verbrugge of Chillicothe was westbound on 22nd Street and stopped at the stop sign at the intersection with Pleasant

Plain. Verbrugge failed to see a van driven by Leo R. Davis, which was southbound on Pleasant Plain and pulled into it’s path. Verbrugge’s car struck Davis’ van at an angle, with the front passenger side of the car striking the front driver’s side of the van.

Verbrugge was ticketed for failing to yield at a stop intersection.

Sandra Jean Vencill Sandra Jean Vencill, age 83, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020 while under hospice care at Sunnyview Nursing Home in Trenton, where she had resided for the past four years.

The body was cremated under the direction of SlaterNeal Funeral Home of Trenton. A social distancing memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020 at the Shelburne Baptist Church. Inurnment of cremains will be private at a later date.

She was born on Jan. 29, 1937, in Des Moines, IA to Howard Bankson and Edna Williams Bankson. She was married to Harold Dockery for 27 years. In 1984, she married Earl Vencill, who preceded her in death on Sept. 28, 2012.

In 1953, Sandra moved from Des Moines to the Trenton area with her family. She attended Trenton High School and was a “soda jerk” as well as a jewelry store employee.

After graduating from Trenton High School, she married Harold Dockery. The couple farmed in the Hickory community. In 1964 the family moved to Bethany, where they lived for three years due to employment. At that time, she was a checker at Hy-Vee Food Store in Bethany. After returning to Trenton, Sandra worked as a checker for Hy-Vee grocery store in Trenton, was a cook at the S.M. Rissler Elementary School, was in sales for JCPenney, Sears and Lauhoff Jewelry and served as a Trenton middle school and high school cook. No matter where she worked, she always managed to have lots of fun and loved to pull jokes on her coworkers. She enjoyed working hard while having fun, always.

Mrs. Vencill was known for

her ability to crochet, sew, cook and make woodworking crafts and help with farm-related tasks ranging from delivering pigs to driving grain trucks. She loved sharing her handmade crafts with everyone with whom she came in contact. Her family enjoyed her delicious homemade meals for decades. She was most known for her hot rolls.

She is survived by a brother, Louis Bankson; two sons, Ray Dockery and his wife, Nina of Cameron and Steve Dockery of Shawnee, KS; one daughter, Terri Henderson of Trenton; and one step-daughter, Jennifer Weiner and her husband, Howard of Glendale, AZ. In addition, she is survived by grandsons, Jason Dockery and Ethan Dockery of Kansas City.

Her granddaughters include Haley (Sean) Gibson of Vancouver, WA, Abby Farris of Trenton, Mady (Tony) Barnes of Kansas City, Andi (Chris) Simon of Pleasant Hill, Jill (Mike) DiFabbio of Glendale, AZ and Holly Weiner of Lone Tree, CO. Great-grandchildren include Brooklynn and Reece Farris, Greta and Gunnar Simon, Sofia Gibson and Joey and Ally DiFabbio.

Sandra was preceded in death by her mother, Edna Weitzell; her father, Howard Bankson; her step-father, Max Weitzell; a brother, Marion Bankson; a sister, Sharron Edwards; her husband, Earl Vencill; and her son-in-law, David Henderson.

Mrs. Vencill is a member of the Shelburne Baptist Church.

The family suggests donations to the Shelburne Baptist Church building fund or the Maple Grove Cemetery. Donations may left at the funeral home or mailed to Terri Henderson, 3531 East 10th Street, Trenton, MO 64683.

DAILY RECORD CIRCUIT COURT Circuit Division Judge Thomas R. Alley Michael C. Trager vs. Colby R. Epperson and Epperson Land Company. The plaintiff filed a petition involving miscellaneous actions and seeking a change of judge in the case.

Associate Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Pleading guilty to amended charges of operating a motor vehicle with brakes not in good working order and fined $200.50 and $74.50 costs were Adam K. Ingersoll, Cameron; and Lana C.T. Braun, Brookfield.

Kael D. Brock, Trenton, pleaded guilty to speeding and was fined $100.50 and $74.50 costs.

Donald G. Winter, Scales Mound, IL, pleaded guilty to speeding and was fined $70.50 and $74.50 costs.

Municipal Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Dallas W. Hughs, Trenton, pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner and was fined $183.50 and $41.50 costs.

Tamara L. Babcock, Trenton, pleaded guilty to endangering the welfare of a child and was fined $200 and $41.50 costs.

William E. Gott, Trenton, pleaded guilty to a nuisance violation and was fined $150 and $41.50 costs.

Samantha L. Knapp, no address listed, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license and was fined $75.50 and $41.50 costs.

She also pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle with defective equipment and was fined $50.50 and $41.50 costs.

William K. Swartz, Trenton, pleaded guilty to having an animal at large and having no animal license and was fined $50.50 and $41.50 costs on each charge.

Amber M. Painter, Trenton, pleaded guilty to endangering the welfare of a child and had imposition of her sentence suspended. She was placed on probation for two years and is to follow all of the regular conditions as well as the special condition of following all directives of the Children’s Division.

Danny L. Welch, Trenton, pleaded not guilty to having an animal at large, not having an animal license and a miscellaneous animal violation. A court trial was scheduled for Sept. 15.

Christopher L. Glidewell, Trenton, had a trial set for Sept.

15 at 1:30 p.m. on a charge of domestic assault.

Failing to appear in court and having warrants issued for their arrest were Kristen L. Cash, Trenton, two nuisance violations; Michael B. Draughn, Trenton, nuisance violation; Mitchell Parton, Trenton, possession of marijuana; Samantha Ratkovich, Trenton, nuisance violation; and Darrell L. Williams II, Chico, TX, nuisance violation.

MARRIAGE LICENSE Lukas Keith Swigart and Clorissa Cheryl Blozvich, both of Trenton.

MARRIAGE DISSOLUTIONS Petitions Granted Stormy L. Muselman vs.

Ralph R. Muselman.

Scott R. Hughson vs. Lynette D. Hughson.

REAL ESTATE FSB Properties LLC to Gregory W. Keuhn.

Leslie E. Brown to Donna Jean Crossland (Smith).

Tom Hall and wife to Michael Oleson and wife.

Paulette Stampe to John Ohlberg and wife.

John Ohlberg and wife to Rodney W. Heston Trust Agreement.

Stephen E. Ricketts and others to Kenneth Carl Ricketts.

BOA Approves Variance The Board of Adjustments of the Trenton City Council approved a request to allow construction of an accessory building during a public hearing on Monday night.

Assistant City Clerk Tracy Maberry said the board gave unanimous approval for the request from Zach Scott, who sought a 480-square foot variance on the maximum area requirement of 720-square feet. Scott plans to construct an accessory structure on property located at 402 Linn St. Approval by the board is final and the request will not have to go before the council.

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COVID-19 Update

Grundy County has one active case of COVID-19 as of Thursday morning, Aug. 6.

The Grundy County Health Department added the new case on Wednesday, bringing the total number of cases in the county since testing began to 25. There has been one death reported due to the virus.

Other area totals include Sullivan, 133 (6 active); Carroll, 99 (16 active); Harrison, 58 (1 active, 1 death); Livingston, 56 (8 active, total does not include Chillicothe Correctional Center); Caldwell, 44 (16 active, 1 death); Linn, 31 (1 death); Daviess, 19 (6 active); Putnam, 14 (5 active, 1 death); and Mercer, 9 (2 active).

FFDD Board Meeting The Board of Directors of the Families and Friends of the Developmentally Disabled in Grundy County will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 10 at the Grundy County Courthouse (use the east entrance).

Items on the announced agenda include a public tax levy hearing, a board member induction, discussion of vocational/educational activities, the 2021 grant request forms, CARES Act funding, discussion of Medicaid/Hope waiver, correspondence/conferences/announcements, funding requests, and reports on finances, transportation, the Gifted Disability Team, the Grundy County Opportunity Center, Hope Haven and the MEHTAP grant.

Princeton Board Meeting The Princeton R-5 Board of Education will meet at 5:15 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 10 in the R-5 District activity room.

The board will hold its annual tax levy hearing, followed by the monthly meeting. Items on the agenda include discussion of the return to school plan for fall 2020, a policy update regarding virtual education, discussion of senior class open lunch for the 2020-21 school year, the LAUNCH agreement for virtual education, an agreement for auditing services for 2020 through 2022, administrative reports and approval of nepotism, Conflict of Interest and financial disclosure documents. An executive session for personnel, legal matters, real estate and records protected from disclosure is also planned.

Spickard Aldermen To Meet The Spickard Board of Aldermen will meet in regular session at 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 10 at city hall.

Items on the announced agenda include discussion of maintenance equipment, sewer and water updates, the clerk’s report, a financial report and public comment.

PHA Board To Meet The Grundy County Public Housing Agency Board will meet at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13 at the area office of Community Action Partnership of North Central Missouri in Trenton. The meeting is open to the public.

Advocacy Center Board The North Central Missouri Children’s Advocacy Center Board of Directors will hold its quarterly meeting at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13 at the advocacy center office in Trenton.

Items on the announced agenda include the Omaha Community Foundation Grant, database transition, a succession plan, CAC immunity, policy updates and program reports.

Farm Bureau Meeting The Grundy County Farm Bureau will be holding its annual meeting on Thursday, Sept. 3 in the fellowship hall of the First Christian Church at Trenton.

The meeting begins at 6 p.m. and will feature Missouri State Agriculture Director Chris Chinn as the guest speaker.

Those attending are asked to bring two non-perishable items per person to be donated to the Ronald McDonald House. During the meeting, members will vote on county board members as well as discuss county resolutions to be presented at the state convention in December.

A meal will be provided by Farm Bureau and served prior to the meeting. Persons planning to attend are asked to contact the Grundy County office at 359-2242 no later than Monday, Aug. 24.

BTC Bank Earns Recognition BTC Bank has been recognized as a Top Farm Lender by both the American Bankers Association and Independent Community Bankers of America.

BTC’s Bank recognition is based on the strength of its competitive banking services and operational efficiencies throughout 2019 and showcases its commitment, ingenuity and skill in adapting to

market dynamics and evolving customer needs.

“At BTC Bank, we have a heavy focus on agriculture (including) its producers, their families, and the ag affiliated businesses and communities they live and work in,” President and CEO Doug Fish said.

“Being recognized as a Top Farm Lender by two prominent financial organizations is an incredible honor.”

EMERGENCY SERVICES Trenton Police Department July 27: officers made an arrest for trespassing at a north business.

July 28: no activity.

July 29: nuisance violations were investigated at a west residence and an east residence.

Property damage was investigated in the east part of town and an arrest for trespassing was made at an east business.

An arrest for driving while suspended was made in the downtown area.

July 30: an animal bite was reported at an east residence and officers investigated a report of harassment at a south business. A motor vehicle crash was investigated in the

east part of town and officers responded to a domestic dispute at a north residence.

July 31: motor vehicle accidents were reported in the west part of town and the east part of town.

Aug. 1: a subject was found to be endangering the welfare of a child at a west residence and officers responded to an animal bite at a north residence. A report of receiving stolen property was investigated at a south residence.

Aug. 2: a report of careless and imprudent driving was investigated in the east part of town and officers made an arrest on a warrant at a north residence.