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Friday, September 18, 2020

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Virtual Vendors Under Consideration

‘Live’ Missouri Day Festival Cancelled The Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has announced it will not be holding the 2020 Missouri Day Festival - at least not as a live event.

Chamber Executive Director Debbie Carman said the board has decided to follow in the footsteps of the Missouri Day Marching Festival going virtual and is working to put together an online promotion option for festival vendors.

Additional information will be made available when details are confirmed.

Ms. Carman said that the yard decorating contest, sponsored by Citizens Bank and Trust, and the window decorating contest, sponsored

by Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri, will go ahead as planned as well as the car show sponsored by Trenton Elks Lodge No. 801. She said the committee will be reaching out to each ven-

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dor directly concerning the change.

“Following increased and overwhelming concerns about the COVID-19 virus, we felt this was the best way to proceed during such an unprecedented global situation,” Ms. Carman said. “We are extremely disappointed for our community and vendors alike that we are unable to hold this event live, but feel it is the right decision based on the information we have today.”

“We want to thank everyone who shared their views on reimagining Missouri Day this year,” she said. “We look forward to bringing you Missouri Day 2021 as an event that brings the citizens and vendors together in a festival that celebrates our community and our state for years to come.”

Lime Sludge Bid Approved

vision. The money would be added to a $157,500 grant the city had already received for the project, giving the city $985,462 in grant funds for the work. The city would be required to provide a $90,977 (10 percent) match. The funds can be used for design and bid work, construction, electrical line materials and engineering costs.

The city is working with Justin Bickel to construct a

WRIGHT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

GRUNDY COUNTY Commission Meets

Fiber Optic Report Heard

NCMC C Board To o M eet

Additional Funding Available For Airport The Trenton City Council will receive additional funding for work at the airport in preparation for construction of a new hangar building.

During a meeting on Monday night, the council approved an ordinance to amend a state block grant agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission to accept $731,020 from the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Aviation Di-

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new hangar at the airport, with the city readying the site for construction, then leasing the property back to Bickel, who plans to build the structure and would be responsible for rental of the hangar spaces. The city does not yet have a final agreement with Bickel and it was noted Bickel was still waiting for final cost estimates from his contractor.

The North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees will meet in regular session at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept.

22 in the Alexander Student Center.

Items on the announced agenda include administrative reports; consideration of IT bids/purchases; Head Start items, including a program contract and approval of the annual training/technical assistance plan, the annual wage comparability and cost allocation plan and the 2021 grant application for program funding; and personnel, including a retirement, resignations, transfer requests, employment and Head Start. An executive session for personnel, legal matters and real estate is also planned.

C OVID Numbe ers Slo ow Grundy County added 11 new COVID cases on Thursday, with the number of new cases since Monday (the last report to the Republican-Times) now at 19 cases.

The Grundy County Health Department reported there are 54 active cases currently being monitored, including 28 listed as probable. Since testing began earlier this year, Grundy County has reported 177 positive cases. There have also been two deaths linked to the virus.

GCHD Administrator Elizabeth Gibson said the Missouri Hospital Association has a new interactive dashboard that shows the positivity rate when a county is selected. The current Grundy County rate is 29.2 percent. The link to the MHA dashboard is https://web.mhanet.com/disease-management/infectious-diseases/covid-19/covid-19-dashboards/ Sunnyview Nursing Home and Apartments is reporting 12 residents with COVID restrictions, including eight who have tested positive. Administrator Jerry Doerhoff said the other four residents are listed as close contacts, having been in the same room with the positive cases. There are also two staff members who are listed as positive cases.

Area county COVID numbers include Sullivan, 183 (2 active); Livingston, 145 (25 active, 1 death); Linn County, 125 (29 active, 2 deaths); Carroll, 111 (7 active, 1 death); Caldwell, 75 (15 active, 2 death); Daviess, 28; Putnam, 32 (1 active, 2 deaths); and Mercer, 28. There are nine active cases at the Chillicothe Correctional Center (253 total).

As of Wednesday afternoon, there were 106,587 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Missouri, including 1,739 deaths. The top 10 counties include St. Louis, 21,161; Kansas City, 10,232; St. Charles, 6,864; Jackson, 6,695; St. Louis City, 6,583; Green, 4,956; Boone, 4,225; Jefferson, 3,578; Jasper, 2,071; and St. Francois, 1,798.

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Press Ganey ‘Guardian Of Excellence”

Award Recognizes Clinical Quality Wright Memorial Hospital has been named a 2020 Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey.

The Guardian of Excellence Award recognizes topperforming health care organizations that have achieved the 95th percentile or above of performance in clinical quality. This is the second year in a row that Wright Memorial Hospital has received this award.

The Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award is a nationally-recognized symbol of achievement in health care. Presented annually, the award honors clients who consistently sustained performance in the top 5 percent of all Press Ganey clients for each reporting period during the course of one year.

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“The caregivers and staff of Wright Memorial Hospital touch the lives of patients and their families in profound ways,” said Patrick T. Ryan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Press Ganey. “This award reflects their deep commitment to listening to the voices of their patients and our shared mission to reduce suffering and improve the safety, quality and experience of patient-centered care. I continue to be humbled and inspired by their heroic efforts to care for patients in the face of the uncertainty, stress and fear brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Press Ganey is proud to partner with them in this noble work and we congratulate them on this tremendous achievement.”

According to Wright Memorial Hospital CEO

Steve Schieber, the award represents an important recognition from the industry’s leader in measuring, understanding, and improving the delivery of care.

“We’re always challenging ourselves to provide the best care for our patients,” Schieber said. “We track and measure a lot of metrics to ensure we are meeting or exceeding the goals we set for ourselves and our hospital. This award from Press Ganey validates the hard work our staff dedicates each day to providing a higher standard of quality care to our patients. I think winning the award two years in a row also speaks to the culture we’ve created, and the expectations we have for ourselves. I’m proud of our employees for their continued hard work, especially now in such a challenging time in health care.”

Royalty Coronation Prior To Football Game

‘Survivor’ Is 2020 Homecoming Theme “Survivor” is the theme for the 76th Trenton High School homecoming activities, which will be celebrated the week of Sept. 21.

The THS Student Council will serve as sponsors of this year’s events and are encouraging all students, staff and members of the public to celebrate the spirit of the 2020 homecoming. Several businesses have agreed to allow the student council to paint windows to show their support for the Bulldogs, who will be taking on Milan in the annual homecoming contest on Friday, Sept. 25.

“Spirit Week” kicks off on Monday, Sept. 21 with “Matching Mask and

Headband Day.” Tuesday will be “Camo Day,” followed by “Wild Wardrobe Day” on Wednesday and “Tarzan/Jane Day” on Thursday. The week will end with the traditional “Black Out Day” on Friday, where all will be encouraged to observe the tradition of wearing black clothing.

Due to social distancing requirements, the traditional pep rally will not take place. Coronation of the king and queen, along with introduction of the royalty court, will take place prior to the kickoff of Friday night’s football contest at C.F. Russell Stadium.

Candidates for queen and king, all

north side of the field. The candidates will then meet their fathers, who will escort them across the field for presentation to their class attendant prior to announcement of the 2020 king and queen.

Assisting with the introductions will be the THS Marching Band, under the direction of Ethan Stewart, and the THS Colorguard, under the direction of Kayce Terhune.

The game between Trenton and Milan gets under way at 7 p.m. There will be no homecoming dance this year due to social distancing requirements.

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Beautiful weather is on its way with sunny skies and highs in the low to mid 70s for the next several days. Lows will be in the upper 40s. The high on Monday, Sept. 21 at Trenton was 79 and Tuesday’s high was 80, Wednesday’s high was 84 and the low was 58. The high on Wednesday at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 81, the low was 51.

seniors, include Jessa Shipley, Emily Owen and Carly Spencer, queen; and Quincy Griffin, Canyon VonBurg and Payden McCullough, king. Attendants are Harley Hall and Connor Crawford, juniors; Eliana Cowling and Coleman Griffin, sophomores; and Kate Clark and Gabe Novak, freshmen.

School will be dismissed at 1:07 p.m. on Friday and the parade, usually held in the afternoon, is now scheduled to kick off pregame activities at 6:30 p.m.

Homecoming candidates will be driven into the stadium on golf carts and transported around the track before being dropped off at the 50-yard line on the

It’s been a busy week of sports for teams at both Trenton High School and Trenton Middle School. See pages 2 & 3 of today’s Republican-Times for a recap of football, softball, tennis, volleyball and golf matchups.

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The Grundy County Commission heard a report on a fiber optic project that will begin in the near future and heard an update on precautions the county ambulance service is taking as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic during its meeting on Tuesday.

According to information provided by Grundy County Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray, the commission met with Jim Ivers of VantagePoint, who presented a buildout plan to the commission concerning the Grand River Mutual fiber project. There are plans to start on Route B, east of Spickard, with construction to begin in the next 30 days.

Approximately 160 miles of fiber will be installed during this phase of the work.

Commissioners also heard a report on the county ambulance service, learning the number of COVID-19 patients being transported is increasing. Ambulance personnel are using powered air-purifying respirators rather than a simple mask. PAPRs provide protection against multiple hazards, including respiratory, head, face, eye and hearing protection.

The commission learned the road and bridge department continues working on the Sandhill Bridge in Marion Township, although work was stalled last week due to the wet conditions. When work is completed at that site, the crew will move to the Berry Bridge on NE 82nd Street.

A representative of Archive Social presented a plan to the commission to archive digital media for the purpose of complying with the Sunshine Law and retention of records. According to Ray, the county currently utilizes a website and Facebook (for emergency management), with both subject to records requests. The commission also met with Randy Steele to discuss health insurance options with the commission requesting that Steele provide information about Blue Cross/Blue Shield.

In other business, it was noted in the emergency management report the Local Emergency Planning Committee has received a $450 donation from Trenton Hy-Vee to purchase hazmat training books for use in classes this fall. It was also noted that funds have arrived from EMPG reimbursements.

Training and exercise requirements remain in place with an extended deadline of June 30, 2021 for an exercise. The exercise design is ongoing and commissioners have arranged for special presentations from other agencies and groups.

Ray gave a report on See County, Page 7

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SPORTS

SPORTS BRIEFS

GOING THE DISTANCE

Middle School Volleyball Gets Win On Road, Falls At Home The Trenton Middle School volleyball team went on the road on Monday night and scored a 25-16, 13-25, 17-15 victory in Plattsburg.

Strong serving from Sophia Currie helped Trenton prevail in the contest.

In the B game, Trenton picked up another win, topping the host Tigers 21-25, 2511, 15-8. Layni Walker and Lexie Miller were the top serving players for Trenton in that win.

Trenton wasn’t so lucky against South Harrison at home on Tuesday. Trenton fell 25-5, 25-11 in the A game.

The B contest was slightly closer as Trenton fell in three sets, 19-25, 25-14, 10-15.

Trenton was at home again on Thursday, facing Chillicothe and will host Hamilton on Thursday, Sept. 24 at 5 p.m.

Trenton Drops To 0-3 In GRC Play With Road Loss SOUTH HARRISON 10 TRENTON 2

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Maci Moore swings at a pitch during Trenton’s 4-1, 11-inning loss on Monday in Trenton. Moore drove in Trenton’s lone run in the game.

Trenton Pitchers Come Up Big, But Kanoy Is Too Much For Bulldogs HAMILTON 4 TRENTON 1 (11 INNINGS)

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Kambrea Brown hits a shot during the Trenton Middle School volleyball match with South Harrison on Tuesday.

Middle School Football Shut Out In Opener Trenton’s middle school football team opened its season on Monday, traveling to Princeton and incurring a 280 loss.

The Bulldogs trailed just 80 at halftime, but Princeton scored three times in the second half to pull away and send Trenton off to an 0-1 start.

The Bulldogs will look to bounce back on Monday, Sept. 21 playing host to Putnam County at C.F. Russell Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 5 p.m.

Hamilton pitcher Julia Kanoy can be an imposing opponent for anyone, let alone a freshman pitcher. She was a second team all-state pitcher as a freshman in 2017 and last year, was the second pitcher listed on the first team.

During that all-state campaign a year ago, Kanoy posted a 0.512 ERA, struck out 16 in a single game - 220 on the season - and limited opposing hitters to just a .114 batting average. Those numbers were all school records at Hamilton, a program with a rich softball tradition.

Trenton’s Emma Roberts, on the other hand, was pitching at the middle school level a year ago. Junior Jenna Reeter threw just over 15 innings at the varsity level last year as a sophomore.

But on Monday night, Trenton’s two inexperienced hurlers went toe-to-toe with the all-stater from Hamilton.

In the end it wasn’t quite enough as Trenton faltered in the 11th inning, losing 4-1 to the visiting Hornets. But the pitching effort was a monumental boost for Trenton, which was allowing just over nine runs per contest entering the game.

“I love what is going on in the circle right now,” Trenton coach Joel Hultman said. “(Roberts and Reeter) are challenging hitters and making them earn everything. They are also fielding really well.

They both fielded and threw out multiple batters tonight. When they are challenging hitters like that, they give us a chance every night. As a coaching staff, we feel we are about to turn things around and a lot of that credit has to go to our pitch-

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Emma Roberts fires a pitch during Trenton’s 4-1 loss to Hamilton on Monday.

Roberts threw six innings, allowing one run on two hits and two walks while striking out three, but did not factor into the decision.

ers.”

Roberts got the start and went six innings. She allowed just one run on two hits and two walks while striking out three. When she left the game, she was Kanoy’s equal with the game tied at 1-1.

Reeter would take the ball in the seventh and threw four scoreless innings. In her fifth frame, however, Hamilton finally broke through and plated three runs in the 11th inning. Still, Reeter finished the game with three runs allowed on just three hits while striking out three. She walked seven in her five innings of work, though five were intentional free passes as Trenton worked some strategy to keep Hamilton off balance.

One benefit the Trenton pitchers had working in their favor was Maci Moore behind the plate. Trenton’s own all-state senior moved from shortstop to catcher, swapping positions with Gracyn Rongey.

The move paid dividends as Moore threw out a runner and kept the Bulldogs’

young pitchers ahead of the Hornet lineup throughout the contest.

“Maci behind the plate is great for everyone, including myself,” Hultman said. “The pitchers trust her calling the game a lot more than me, which frees me up to move the outfield and infield around and also communicate things that normally I don’t get to think about. She can see where batters are lining up in the box, she knows their history and where they like to go with the ball. She knows what pitches are working and when to throw them. She communicates with the defense and moves them around from batter to batter.”

Rongey, meanwhile, overcame a pair of errors early to turn in a strong defensive outing. She doubled off two Hamilton runners and made putouts that erased the errors she committed.

“When you take (Moore) from shortstop, as a coach you’re nervous if that’s [See SOFTBALL, Page 3]

Trenton’s third crack at a Grand River Conference victory went just as the first two did. The Bulldogs traveled on Tuesday to Memorial Park in Bethany, where they were handed a 10-2 loss by South Harrison.

Trenton battled the host Bulldogs to a 0-0 tie through the first two frames, but South Harrison broke out the bats in the bottom of the third with a five-run inning. It was downhill from there as South Harrison chalked up three more runs in the fourth and two insurance runs in the sixth.

Trenton would have been shut out in the game had it not been for Maci Moore, who drilled her second home run of the season over the fence in the top of the sixth inning.

Moore finished the game 2for-2 with the home run and a double. Chandler Lynch also had two hits in the loss and Gracyn Rongey scored a run.

Singles from Chloe Harris and Eliana Cowling rounded out Trenton’s six hits on the night.

In the circle, Emma Roberts was solid through the first two frames, but things unraveled in the third. She finished with two and two-thirds innings pitched, allowing five runs on four hits and three walks while striking out two. Jenna Reeter finished the game and threw three and one-third innings, allowing five runs on four hits and five walks while striking out one.

With the loss, Trenton dropped to 1-5 overall and 03 in the GRC. “Nights like these can be frustrating if you don’t have your eye on the big picture,” Trenton coach Joel Hultman said. “We did some good things late and didn’t waste any reps. After the game we had a great conversation on where we are and where we want to be at the end of the season. I haven’t been giving the team opportunities to lead and that is something that we are going to fix. We will keep grinding and figuring things out. Hopefully, this is just the start and we will be playing our best going into districts.”

Trenton’s junior varsity played to a 3-3 draw.

Trenton was at home on Thursday in another GRC contest, hosting Polo. The Bulldogs’ will host Lawson in a non-conference match-up on Monday. The first pitch for that game is set for 5 p.m.

Lots Of Action For Trenton Golfers Golf Team Plays Three Straight Trenton’s golf team was in action on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

In a busy week for the Bull-

dog golfers, Trenton traveled to the Gallatin Triangular on Monday, went back to the Daviess County Country Club for the Gallatin Tournament on Tuesday and wrapped up a three-day flurry of activity at Richmond on Wednesday.

Monday’s triangular at Gallatin saw the Bulldogs facing host Gallatin and Lawson.

Mari Atup led Trenton with a 65 while Josie Chumbley shot a 75. Trenton can’t post a team score with just two players as Gallatin won the event with a team mark of 217 while Lawson crossed the line with a 273.

Gallatin’s Elle Copple was the medalist with a score of 52.

Tuesday in Gallatin, it was Chumbley pacing the Bulldogs, shooting a 137 with ninehole splits of 69 and 68. Atup finished with a 143 as a result of nine-hole marks of 71 and

72.

Maysville won the Gallatin Tournament with a team score of 422 while East Buchanan’s Madi Jessen won the individual title with a score of 94.

Information from Wednesday’s tournament in Richmond was not available as of press time.

Trenton is back in action on Monday, traveling to Unionville to dual with Putnam County. Tee time is set for 4 p.m.

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Mari Atup sinks a short putt at the Gallatin Triangular on Monday at the Daviess County Country Club. Atup had Trenton’s low score at the event, carding a 65.

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SPORTS

DOUBLE FEATURE Two Doubles Teams Bring Home Medals From Tournament Trenton’s girls tennis team traveled to Cameron on Wednesday and returned home with medals from two doubles teams.

The duo of Lexi Gott and Morgan Dolan finished third in the top doubles division while Mallory Sole and Alaina Overton finished second in the number-two doubles division.

For Gott and Dolan, a medal came down to revenge as the duo was pitted against a team from Savannah that had beaten them once already this year.

After going 2-1 in pool play, Trenton’s top duo found themselves in the third-place match, where the winner goes home with a medal while the loser goes home emptyhanded. Gott and Dolan prevailed with a 75 victory to earn their medals. “Lexi and Morgan played their best doubles today,� Trenton coach Tammy Ockenfels said. “They had the opportunity to play Savannah to medal, who had beat them in the second match of the season.�

After a 7-6 loss on a 7-2 tiebreaker in their opener against Maryville, Gott and Dolan rallied, winning two straight matches by scores of 6-2, 6-1 to place themselves in the third-place match.

Sole and Overton were also 2-1 in pool play in their division, but they advanced to the championship as no team in their pool went undefeated.

Lexi Gott & Morgan Dolan

After wins of 6-3 and 6-1, Sole and Overton fell 7-6 on a 5-7 tiebreaker. The narrow loss allowed the Trenton team to take top honors in the pool, though.

In the championship match, Sole and Overton fell to a Platte County tandem by a 6-4 score. “Mallory and Alaina played in the first- (and) second-place match even though they lost once in pool play,� Ockenfels said. “They are communicating well with each other and getting better on their ball placement.�

It was a tough day in singles play for Trenton. Chloe Hall was 1-3 on the day with her lone win coming via a forfeit.

Harley Hall was 0-4.

TRENTON 9 CARROLLTON 0 The Trenton girls completed their dual with Carrollton on Tuesday. Trenton swept doubles play on Sept. 1, but rains came and the dual was suspended until Tuesday.

Playing singles matches

Mallory Sole & Alaina Overton

only, Trenton padded its 3-0 advantage with 8-0 wins from Gott at number one and Overton at number four. The two wins, combined with the three doubles victories, gave the dual to the Bulldogs for their first victory of the season.

Dolan was an 8-5 winner at number two and Sole and Emily Lovell each won 8-1 at the three and five spots in the lineup respectively. Harley Hall won by forfeit at number six to complete the sweep.

Doubles matches back on Sept. 1 saw Gott and Dolan combine for an 8-1 win. Sole and Overton and Lovell and Hall followed suit, each winning their doubles match 8-1.

The 9-0 victory pushed

Trenton to 1-2 overall on the season. The dual was the first tennis action for the Bulldogs since a 7-2 loss at Chillicothe on Sept. 7 as rain washed out duals with LeBlond and Cameron last week as well as last Saturday’s Benton Tournament.

Gott and Dolan combined for an 8-3 doubles win in the Chillicothe loss and Mallory Sole accounted for the other tally, winning her singles match 8-5.

Trenton’s tennis team was at Kirksville for a dual on Thursday and returns to the courts on Monday, traveling to Maryville for a dual with the Spoofhounds. First serves for that match-up are set for 4 p.m.

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Bulldogs’ Offense Can’t Back Strong Defensive Effort

[SOFTBALL, from Page 2] just going to open another hole, but Gracyn has stepped in and really fielded well, like we knew she could,� Hultman said. “I feel like our defense is in a good spot and the more innings we play the better we are going to function together.�

While Trenton’s pitching and defense shined, however, Kanoy was too much for the Bulldogs to crack offensively.

Trenton scored just once in the game, with the run coming in the bottom of the fourth to answer Hamilton’s first score of the game. Chandler Lynch led off with a triple and Moore plated her with a sacrifice on a squeeze play.

It was Senior Night for Trenton, which honored Moore, Chloe Harris and Jaycie Griffin between the varsity game and the junior varsity contest - which Trenton won 12-6. “I really wanted to get Senior Night in just in case something unforeseen happened,�

Hultman said. “They deserve it. “Jaycie has really stepped up as a vocal leader that we need for our team this year.

She has a lot of experience and she is really positive, which we struggle with sometimes being so young. Young players can get down on themself and she has picked up several of them throughout the season. “Chloe has busted her butt to give the team everything she has. She sets the tone for our outfield and she does a great job of tracking down all sorts of balls. At the plate she really knows who she is and she punishes teams that make a mistake with her. “Maci, in my opinion, is the greatest player to come through our historic program.

I think the thing that sticks out with all the seniors is that they want to win. Other groups I’ve had, they either want to have fun or want to get playing time. These players just want to compete in every drill and every game. That needed to be celebrated tonight. I thought going into extra innings and grinding out everything was a true metaphor for how these ladies approach softball and really life in general. All three of them have bigger things in their future and I can’t wait to see all they accomplish.�

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Five Points

by Wendell Lenhart

Trenton’s Newest Restaurant

Trenton’s newest eating establishment, Uprooted Kitchen, opened over the weekend. The restaurant is located in the recently-renovated building on the northeast corner of Five Points in downtown Trenton.

The business is owned by Tammy and Scott Neill and is a result of the success they have had with their food truck, which was one of the trucks that made stops downtown last summer.

Because of the success of those stops, the Meadville couple decided to open a permanent location and chose Trenton to do so.

Wendell Lenhart According to Scott, the couple even met in the kitchen while both were living and working in Princeton and helping Tammy’s parents in the operation of the former Rambler Inn. Tammy received formal culinary training in Omaha, NE and since then their food business ventures have continued to grow.

They have begun with many of their food truck favorites, including sandwiches, salads and appetizers.

Everything is fresh and made from scratch. I have eaten from both the food truck and now the restaurant and the food is really good. I think they will have a great business.

And their success will be great for the community.

People will travel great distances to eat someplace new and have a good meal and they have had customers from as far away as St. Joseph follow their food truck.

That means those same people will now be making a trek to downtown Trenton.

Just think - along with Chumbley’s we now have two restaurants open on Fridays and Saturdays in the downtown area. Not only that, there are at least six downtown retailers open on Saturday. So you can shop and eat on a Saturday afternoon in downtown Trenton. How long has it been since we could say that?

The more people who come to our community allows us to provide more goods and services to help keep them coming back. If they come to eat and enjoy the entertainment, they will also see what else the community has to offer and that is good for all of us and all of our businesses.

It also encourages more businesses to look at opening in the downtown. And that is already happening as another new business is looking to open soon near Five Points.

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

TO VETO OR NOT TO VETO Every year, the Missouri General Assembly returns to Jefferson City in September to reconsider any legislation vetoed by the governor. This is part of our system of checks and balances. Ordinarily, a veto session is wrapped up in one day; however, by law, a veto session can last up to 10 days.

This year, as we all know, has been anything but ordinary. During the regular session, which runs from the beginning of January through mid-May, lawmakers considered a much smaller number of bills because of the coronavirus pandemic. Along these same lines, the number of measures that was vetoed by the governor is a lot smaller than it tends to be in normal years.

This year, the governor only vetoed two pieces of legislation, not counting line items to budget bills. Senate Bill 718 would have made changes to some laws related to military affairs. In his veto letter, the governor explained how this measure would have created a new department under the Missouri National Guard, which would violate the state constitution. House Bill 1854 would have made changes to certain laws governing individual cities in our state. The gov-

ernor claimed he could not sign this proposal because of the large amount of different items contained in it, some of which were not heard in committee before being added to the bill.

It remains to be seen if these vetoes will be overridden. More likely, in my opinion, the changes outlined in these bills may wait to be considered again during next year’s legislative session.

In the meantime, the Legislature is still working through an extraordinary session to address violent crime in our state. Late last month, lawmakers sent two of the extra session bills to the governor for his approval. Following the Senate’s actions, the Missouri House of Representatives is now considering three other extra session bills passed by the upper chamber. Extra session started on July 27. By law, an extraordinary session can run for up to 60 days.

As always, please feel free to call, email or write with your ideas or concerns. My capitol office number is 573-751-1415, my email address is dan.hegeman@senate.mo.gov and my mailing address is Room 332, State Capitol Building, Jefferson City, MO 65101.

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A Special Legislative Whale

by Phill Brooks, Director Missouri Digital News Missouri's House displayed unusual constitutional discipline during this summer's anti-crime special session.

House leaders obeyed a state constitutional provision which requires a bill be limited to a single subject.

It was a major change.

Guest Editorials Increasingly, the legislature has created "bloated whale" bills by piling unrelated issues into a single bill to facilitate passage of separate ideas.

The special session began going down the same path.

The Senate jammed all the governor's anti-crime ideas into a single bill to cover witness protection, juvenile crimes, St. Louis city police residency, child endangerment and weapons transfer.

The whale bill appeared to be on the legislative fast-track.

But the House refused to consider the Senate's bill after Gov. Mike Parson's surprise expansion of his special session call to include giving the Republican state attorney general murder prosecution powers in St. Louis city if the Democratic circuit attorney did not file charges within 90 days.

House leaders decided to split the governor's proposals into separate bills. They issued a statement explaining their approach was "to protect the integrity of the lawmaking process, and to ensure these important issues are thoroughly vetted."

That approach did not seem to delay the process in the House, confirming my suspicion that a bloated

whale bill took almost as much legislative time as single-topic bills would have required.

But the House approach fell apart in the Senate which attached the circuit attorney issue to a Housepassed bill dealing just with allowing hearsay evidence if a criminal defendant attempted to intimidate a witness.

The witness provision had bipartisan support. Not a single House Democrat had voted against it.

But when the Senate added undercutting the St. Louis circuit attorney's authority, it had an unintended consequence.

Solid opposition from Democrats blocked approval of an emergency clause that would have put the law into effect immediately upon the governor's signature.

As a result, if the governor gets to sign the Senate version, prosecutors across the state will be denied for a few months a powerful tool in going after criminals.

That delay could be longer.

In 2012, Missouri's Supreme Court rejected a whale bill noting the state Constitution prohibits changing a bill from "it's original purpose."

It's hard to understand how the Senate version defining the purpose as "relating to criminal procedure" is not a major change from the original subject of the House bill limited to just "the offense of tampering with a witness or victim."

Beyond that, in 1994, the court struck down a whale bill citing "logrolling" to combine unrelated provisions to get a majority vote.

This year, what were Senate De-

mocrats to do? Vote for a witness protection measure they supported or against restricting powers of the Democratic city prosecutor?

The partisan elements of this issue were enormous by handing to a Republican white, male authority to take over murder cases from St. Louis city's elected female, black circuit attorney.

Earlier this year, Parson vetoed a whale bill. His veto letter charged the 37 provisions of the bill did not comply with the constitutional requirement of one topic for a bill.

His veto letter noted some of the provisions never had a public committee hearing.

That's just like the circuit attorney provision which never got a legislative committee hearing.

The House did not take up Parson's last minute proposal or hold a committee hearing on it.

The Senate Judiciary Committee had a couple of bills dealing with the circuit attorney that could have been heard in committee, but that did not happen.

Instead, the Senate chose the faster approach of simply adding the circuit attorney idea on the last day of full Senate consideration of the House bill.

As a result, Circuit Attorney Gardner did not have an opportunity to defend herself in a public legislative hearing to Republican charges of inadequate pursuit of felony cases It will be interesting to see if the House or the governor upholds the principles they cited or, if not, the Missouri Supreme Court reaffirms prior decisions.

What Others Are Saying...

Reject This Bill

In the wee hours of the morning Sept. 3, the Missouri Senate shut off debate in order to pass a measure to allow the Missouri attorney general to intervene in local prosecutions; the House should reject the bill.

Guest Editorials We thought this proposal dead, and this editorial board earlier commended the Legislature on its sound judgment in rebuking the governor when he proposed adding the measure to an omnibus bill containing his favored public safety measures. That bill looked certain to pass, but lawmakers walked away from the special session, effectively killing the omnibus bill because of the governor’s last-minute addition.

As we said then, empowering the state attorney general to intervene to undercut a local prosecutor is a bad idea. It has the huge potential for political abuse and is antithetical to local control, a principle Republican lawmakers should stand firmly behind.

In our state, the attorney general primarily acts to defend state law and represent state agencies in court.

The office has limited authority to prosecute, given most crimes are charged and prosecuted locally,

though local authorities can request help from the attorney general if needed. The Missouri Association of Prosecuting Attorneys has written to strongly object to the proposal.

Though Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt and Gov. Mike Parson have said the goal of the bill is to help fight a surge in violent crime in Missouri’s larger cities, it is pretty clear the bill’s primary goals are political, intended to slap down St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kimberly M. Gardner, a Democrat who is the city’s first Black prosecutor. She is loathed by conservatives for investigating former Gov. Eric Greitens, for other investigations and statements, and for her actions in office. The measure would expire in 2023, a year before Gardner and Schmitt are up for reelection. The expiration date was probably added to bring votes from those afraid the other side might take advantage of the measure if it won the office; we see the deadline as providing strong evidence the effort is chiefly political.

Intervention in prosecutions should never be a political tool, nor should the prosecutions themselves. Too much legislation has become political theater, and this bill is one of the worst.

Keep control local. Keep prosecutions local. Reject this bill.

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COMMUNITY / LOCAL Area Resident Turning 100 A Galt woman will be celebrating her 100th birthday on Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Dorva Lair Jones was born on Sept. 23, 1920 at Stickerville in Adair County, She was married at the age of 20 on Oct. 19, 1940 to N.J. Lair.

The couple had originally been scheduled to attend a dance on hat day (Dorva had even bought a new dress for the occasion), but instead decided to ravel to Brookfield to get married.

She earned a bachelor’s degree from Kirksville State Teachers College (now Truman State University) at Kirksville and a master’s degree from the University of Central Missouri at Warrensburg. She began her career as a secretary at the Kirksville College of Medicine before eaching in several rural schools, including one in Harris, where her husband was the principal. In 1947 she taught grades one through eight at the one-room Hickory Grove School near Sticklerville, ridng a horse to school two miles each way every day with her five-year-old daughter in tow.

She would have to start a fire each morning in the school’s potbelly stove and, as was common in the day, bathroom facilities were outdoors. On days when the snow drifts were too high to ride her horse, Mrs. Jones and her daughter

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She moved to North Kansas City in 1954, where she taught special education and spent the final years of her career in NKC as a psychometrist. She retired from education in 1979.

From 1984 to 1997, she owned and operated the McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tea Room, a popular restaurant at Gallatin.

She and N.J. were the parents of three children, Lucille Stacer of Colorado, Francis Southers of Waverly and Doug Lair of Galt. They also had 11 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and 13 great-greatgrandchildren.

She has resided in the Galt community since 1992 and spends her time â&#x20AC;&#x153;reading just about anything.â&#x20AC;?

Persons wanting to send cards to Mrs. Jones can do so at 105 North St., Galt MO 64641.

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Scholarship Is Available Graduates of Tri-County High School in Jamesport will now have the opportunity to compete for a scholarship offered by Cara McClellan, American Family Insurance Agency LLC of Trenton.

Administered by the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, the scholarship was established in 2016 and made available to graduates of Trenton High School in the amount of $500. It was later expanded to include graduates of Grundy R-5 High School

and has now been added to Tri County graduates.

The scholarship may be used for tuition, books or fees and can be used at the school of the applicantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice, either a community college, university, or trade school. To qualify, the student must maintain a 3.00 GPA or better and excel in both school and community activities.

Applications will be available through Scholar-Link on the foundation website after the first of the year.

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James and Earlene Moore of Trenton are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. The couple were married on Sept. 18, 1960. They are the parents of three children, Brigette and Gary Bunnell, Mark and Bev Moore and Michael and Amy Moore. They also have 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Cards may be sent to the couple at PO Box 132, Trenton, MO 64683.

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Betty Gardnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter and son-in-law, Jan and Daryl Hoke, and their daughter, Brittany of Independence spent the day with Betty on Saturday, Sept. 12.

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Other family members attending were Steve and Naomi Campbell and children, Halley and Dustin of Marshall; John Wilford of Gladstone and guest, Ingrid Yang of Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Summit. A barbecue meal was served as well as cake and other desserts before presents were opened.

Shelburne Cathy Rice Steve Mosley, chaplain at The Baptist Home in Chillicothe, spoke on Sunday, Sept.

13 at the Shelburne Baptist Church. He presented information about The Baptist Home and then delivered the message. Scripture references in-

cluded 2 Timothy 3:1-5 and Ecclesiastes 1:2.

Dixie Overton celebrated her birthday anniversary with a meal and family time with her children, Lana and Don Boswell, Paul Overton, and Mark and Lori Overton. A birthday cake was shared.

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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.

Lose to Win Club, Wesley United Methodist Church. Weigh-in at 10:30 a.m., meeting at 11 a.m. For more information, call 3596144.

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AGRICULTURE

Precipitation Slows Work In Fields Temperatures last week averaged 69.1 degrees, 2.0 degree below normal.

Precipitation averaged 1.26 inches statewide, 0.33 inches above average. There were 3.7 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending Sept. 13.

Topsoil moisture supply was rated 1 percent very short, 15 percent short, 77 percent adequate and 7 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture supply was rated 1 percent very short, 20 percent short, 77 percent adequate and 2 percent surplus.

Corn dented was 96 percent compared to the five-year average of 92 percent. Corn mature progressed to 44 percent compared to the five-year average of 55 percent. Corn harvested for grain was 6 percent complete compared to the five-year average of 15 percent. Corn condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 57 percent good and 17 percent excellent.

Soybeans turning color was 26 percent compared to the five-year average of 33 percent.

Soybeans dropping leaves was 6 percent compared to the fiveyear average of 10 percent. Soybean condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 3 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 57 percent good and 16 percent excellent.

Cotton setting bolls progressed to 95 percent compared to the five-year average of 99 percent. Cotton bolls opening progressed to 31 percent compared to the 5- year average of 49 percent. Cotton condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 41 percent fair, 45 percent good and 1 percent excellent.

Rice harvested progressed to 1 percent compared to the 5-year average of 20 percent. Rice condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 31 percent fair, 48 percent good and 14 percent excellent.

Workers Protest COVID-19 Fine Issued To Meatpacking Plant DENVER (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A union representing workers at a Colorado meatpacking plant where six workers died of COVID-19 and hundreds more were infected staged a protest on Wednesday, claiming that federal officials should have fined the company more for its alleged failure to provide safe working conditions.

The JBS USA-owned plant in Greeley was issued a $15,615 fine on Sept. 11 by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA. The United Food and Commercial Workers Union called the fine for the multi-billion dollar company â&#x20AC;&#x153;insultingâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;ineffectual,â&#x20AC;? but JBS says it's unwarranted. The unionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Local 7, which represents about 3,000 workers at the plant, asked co-workers and relatives of those who died and were infected to protest outside OSHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Denver offices. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After seven deaths and seven months they issued a lousy, measly $15,000 fine,â&#x20AC;? local president Kim Cordova declared to several dozen

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demonstrators, some holding signs that read â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shame on OSHAâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Life is cheap for JBS.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fifteen thousand dollars is not going to stop them or force them to be a better and more responsible employer,â&#x20AC;? Cordova said.

One of the first things Saul Sanchez, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d worked 30 years at the plant, did when he was diagnosed with the coronavirus in March was to let his supervisor know heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d miss work, daughter Beatriz Rangel told protesters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest concern was calling JBS,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My dad had more concern for his co-workers and the employees of JBS than JBS did themselves.â&#x20AC;?

Sanchez, 78, died of COVID in April. Another daughter, Patty Rangel, an ICU nurse, said Wednesday she was present when personnel turned off his ventilator.

Fifteen thousand dollars â&#x20AC;&#x153;doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even cover one funeral,â&#x20AC;? said Rosario Hernandez, the wife of Alfredo Hernandez, a janitor at the plant who was sickened by the virus and still uses a breathing machine.

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to the coronavirus. The fine followed a plant inspection in May and is the maximum allowed by law, OSHA said.

JBS failed to protect workers from getting sick and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t adequately compensate them for working under the risk of contracting the virus, the union said in a statement.

At least 290 workers at the plant tested positive for COVID-19, the Colorado health department has said.

One corporate supervisor at the facility also died.

In a statement Wednesday, JBS USA said the fine â&#x20AC;&#x153;is entirely without meritâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;?attempts to impose a standard that did not exist in March as we fought the pandemic with no guidance."

JBS said protective measures at the plant follow, if not exceed, guidelines for safety and social distancing issued by OSHA and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and had been approved by local and state health authorities.

Those measures include 24hour cleaning at the plant, random testing of employees, screening employees before work, staggered shifts and breaks, physical barriers between workstations and other measures, Cameron Bruett, head of corporate affairs, said in the statement. He said there have been no positive cases in Greeley in nearly seven weeks.

Bruett added the company had provided a year's pay to

survivors of those who died. It raised wages and granted bonuses to its workers during the pandemic, he said.

In a similar case, OSHA fined Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. in Sioux Falls, South Dakota $13,494. At least 1,294 workers at that plant contracted the virus, and four employees died in the spring, officials had said.

The UFCW represents more than 1.3 million workers in retail food, food processing, agriculture, retail sales, and health care.

Sanchez was the Greeley facilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first known COVID-19 death, on April 7. JBS temporarily shuttered its Greeley operations on April 13 to deepclean the plant, install a new ventilation system and physical barriers on production lines and enhance social distancing protocols, according to a company statement. The location reopened on April 24.

JBS USA is a subsidiary of Brazil-based JBS S.A., one of the world's largest meat processors. It also holds a majority interest in Pilgrim's Pride, the United States' second largest poultry company.

For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia, and death.

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The North Central Missouri College Livestock Judging team competed in The National judging competition on Sept. 13-14 in Des Moines, IA. The team, which placed seventh overall, evaluated breeding and market hogs, presented oral reasons and had the opportunity to network with swine producers and industry leaders. Sophomore Brady Farris was recognized as the 10th high individual overall in the community college division. Members of the NCMC Livestock Judging team are, from left, Brady Farris of Novinger, Keaton Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell of Braymer, Hunter Heussner of Braymer, Montana Plattner of Chillicothe and Allena Allen of Trenton. NCMC ag instructor Jack Green is the team coach.

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Extension News

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Using the soil tests results, fertilizer and limestone recommendations can be made to ensure an economical level of fertility and soil pH are provided.

Having the soil analyzed for nutrients, is the only way to know what is readily available to growing plants. Nutrient deficiencies prevent crops from performing at their peak level.

Applying too much fertilizer or lime can have a negative effect on plant growth as well. Over application of fertilizer is not only a waste of money, but it can have a detrimental effect on the environment if nutrients runoff into surface water or leach through the soil profile into groundwater.

Soil samples should be taken every three to five years and should be collected at the same time each year to avoid seasonal variations. Wait at least three months after the application of phosphorus or potassium fertilizer, limestone or manure before sampling.

The key to getting an accurate soil test report is collecting a representative soil sample for submission. A few ounces of soil are tested to determine the fertility of several million pounds of soil in the field. One sample should represent no more than 20 acres. Divide large fields into smaller, similar areas based on soil type, topography and historical differences in management.

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Use a clean, plastic bucket to collect 15 to 20 soil cores for each sample. Travel in a zig-zag pattern across the field to randomly collect soil. When using a soil probe, push it into the ground six to seven inches deep. Avoid sampling too shallow which can overestimate the fertility of a field, especially a notill field or pasture. Discard any plant material that is on the top of the soil core and any soil that is more than seven inches deep.

Uniform sampling is important to obtain accurate results and recommendations. When using a soil auger more care must be taken to ensure sampling depth is uniform. Remove debris such as rocks and plant roots. Mix thoroughly and fill the sample box or bag with about one pint of soil.

A typical soil test will analyze the sample for phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, organic matter, pH, cation exchange capacity, and neutralizable acidity. Recommendations for fertilizer and limestone are calculated based upon the crops being grown and their expected yield. Additional tests can analyze soil for micronutrients, nitrates and particle size.

These MU Extension publications are available on line or at county MU Extension offices: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Soil Sampling Pasturesâ&#x20AC;? http://extension2.missouri.edu/g 9215 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Soil Sampling Hayfields and Row Cropsâ&#x20AC;? http://extension2. missouri.edu/g9217 For more information contact Valerie Tate, field specialist in agronomy for University of Missouri

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Area School Boards Hold Meetings A number of items were approved during meetings this week of boards of education in the Princeton R-5, Newtown-Harris, Grundy R-5 and Laredo R-7 school districts.

Princeton R-5 The Princeton Board of Education approved an increase in the pay for substitutes during its meeting on Wednesday night.

Superintendent Jerry Girdner said the board agreed to raise the pay to $100 for regular subs and $110 per day for longterm subs (10 or more days for the same teacher). The previous pay had been $85 and $95, respectively.

The board discussed COVID-19 procedures, with members recognizing staff and students for adapting to the new routine and procedures. The district has experienced three positive cases, but have been able to keep buildings open.

The school district is offering free meals under the USDA Seamless Summer Option program. Regular breakfast and lunch will be available to students at no cost until Dec. 31 or until funding runs out. There will be a charge for extra items.

Girdner said students are being required to pay for meals from Aug. 25-Sept. 14.

An executive session was held with no announcement made.

The next board meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13.

Newtown-Harris The Newtown-Harris Board of Education took action on several items at its meeting on Tuesday night.

According to information provided by Superintendent Lucas McKinnis, the board approved the 2020-21 testing calendar and the after-school contracts. Updates were made to polices regarding harassment, discrimination, retaliation and student use of tobacco, alcohol, drugs and vapor products. Adopted were polices in-

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The council approved a second ordinance related to the airport project, accepting a contract with Phillips Hardy Inc. of Columbia for work at the proposed hangar site. The cost for paving taxi lanes and grading the site was listed at $802,698.80. The approved contract is to be sent to MoDOT for its approval before being officially signed by Mayor Linda Crooks.

The council approved an ordinance accepting an agreement with Customized Environmental Solutions d/b/a Telum for removal and disposal of lime sludge at the water plant. The bid was the lowest of three received. The city plans to remove a minimum of 1,500 dry ton of sludge at a cost of $43.28 per ton. Additional sludge removal will be charged at a rate of $41.50 per ton.

The council approved bids from CSI OHD, LLC for five bay doors at the street department building at a cost of $12,500 and from American Equipment for a chat spreader at a cost of $11,661.17 (lowest of two bids received).

Also approved were the mayor’s appointments to the park board - Derek Miller and the building and nuisance board - Karen Glenn. Miller will serve until June 2023 while Mrs. Glenn will serve until 2022.

On a vote of 5-2, the council approved a memorandum of understanding with Wright Memorial Hospital, which allows the hospital to apply for participation in a reduced rate prescription drug program.

The MOU states the city’s support of the hospital in providing medical services to indigent residents of the community. Opposed were Glen

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volving temporary alternative placement agreements, lead testing in water samples, anti-Israel boycott prohibition and service animals at school.

The board set the yearly tuition rate at $13,500 and agreed to increase pay for substitute teachers from $70 to $75 per day. Sally Schroeder was hired as a student aid and the board approved the local compliance statement.

The board’s next meeting is scheduled fro Monday, Oct. 12.

Grundy R-5 The Grundy R-5 Board of Education set the 2020-21 graduation date and heard several reports during a meeting on Monday night.

According to information provided by Superintendent Phil Fox, the board set high school graduation for 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 15 in the high school gym.

Approval was given to the purchase of a Sped Track, a recordkeeping system for the district special education program, for $2,700. Also approved was the final bus route schedule.

It was announced the district is participating in the Seamless Summer Options program to provide free breakfast and lunch to students in the district. The USDA will provide funding for the program through the end of the year or until all funds have been spent.

The district has received a $5,940 food service grant through DESE to pay for the new dishwasher at the elementary school.

A grant of $1,200 was also received from Midwest Dairy Association to purchase smoothie machines for the elementary and high school breakfast programs. It was announced that the new high school breakfast program has an average participation rate of 23 percent per day.

The board discussed options for removing the old electric furnace from the office area and asked administration to look at

options for a new heating system. The board had a first reading of policy updates and discussed the COVID-19 response plan for the district, with no action taken.

Approval was given to the elementary and secondary principal reports.

An executive session for personnel was held with no announcement made.

The next meeting of the board will be at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14 in the high school library.

Laredo R-7 The Laredo R-7 Board of Education took action on several items during its meeting on Monday night.

According to information provided by Administrator Misty Foster, the board approved using NEE standards for the teacher evaluation as well as voted to allow fifth and sixth grade students to participate in the junior high girls basketball program. Mrs. Foster was approved as coordinator for the wellness, foster care, ELL, migrant, homeless and Title IX programs.

It was announced the district will be providing free breakfast and lunch for students through the Seamless Summer Options program. Funding comes from the USDA and will be available through the end of the year or until all funds have been spent.

It was announced that the district at this time will pay 100 percent of COVID leave, although Mrs. Foster said the decision is subject to change. There was a second reading of MSBA policy updates, a budget review and discussion regarding technology. The Christmas program was set for Dec. 10 and an update was given regarding FEMA projects.

An executive session for personnel was held with no announcement made.

The next meeting of the board will be at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14.

City of Trenton Sales Tax Comparisons The Trenton City Council, once a month, receives information in its packet concerning the monthly taxes received by the city, along with a comparison of funds received a year ago. The Republican-Times will carry this information when made available.

REGULAR SALES TAX (Tax year runs from May 1 to April 30) Month 2020-2021 2019-20 May $42,319.69 $39,530.03 June $89,633.42 $94,251.55 July $71,561.09 $65,224.05 August $46,158.58 $50,308.89 September $75,897.70 $87,122.01 Interest $480.27 October $55,515.78 November $37,567.22 December $87,476.82 January $58,979.01 February $38,024.41 Interest $438.69 March $80,289.99 April $60,842.97 TOTAL $325,570.48 $757,061.88 (Comparison Year to Date) ($10,866.05) CAPITAL PROJECTS SALES TAX Month 2020-2021 2019-20 May $21,128,52 $19,752.97 June $44,796.62 $41,117.82 July $35,780.48 $32,609.38 August $23,076.27 $25,152.25 September $37,948.61 $43,559.74 Interest $240.01 October $27,752.93 November $18,783.10 December $43,736.76 January $29,485.63 February $19,009.09 Interest $219.32 March $40,144.89 April $30,386.91 TOTAL $162,730.50 $377,950.80 (Comparison Year to Date) ($5,461.66)

Month May June July

PARK SALES TAX 20120-2021 2019-20 $17,979.14 $17,351.52 $41,595.68 $44,790.54 $34,199.87 $29,157.04

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City Administrator Ron Urton reported that the city’s insurance carrier, MIRMA, has presented the city with a $1,500 grant. The funds are to be used to replace four body cameras used by the police department.

In his written report, Urton

August $20,172.55 September $35,999.45 Interest October November December January February Interest March April TOTAL $149,835.69 (Comparison Year to Date)

$23,381.42 $42,002.77 $220.62 $26,143.63 $16,510.48 $41,410.11 $27,898.09 $17,419.05 $206.39 $36,812.23 $27,395.85 $350,699.74 ($6,847.60)

FIRE SALES TAX Month 2020-2021 2019-20 May $8,925.44 $8,688.00 June $20,752.99 $20,866.07 July $17,044.98 $14,569.69 August $10,032.80 $11,690.74 September $18,060.93 $21,002.70 Interest $110.08 October $12,926.23 November $8,255.21 December $20,651.72 January $13,898.03 February $8,653.20 Interest $102.90 March $18,398.03 April $13,646.88 TOTAL $74,917.14 $173,413.49 (Comparison Year to Date) $941.71

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Community Food Pantry. The food pantry functions as an en• From Front Page • tity under the Grundy County CARES Act funding, noting Senior Tax Board. distributions totaling The commission is sched$1,091.70 were approved. Dis- uled to meet again on Sept. 22 infecting supplies and PPE with a road and bridge report were listed as qualifying pur- at 8:30 a.m. followed by a 9 chases made by the DDHP en- a.m. emergency management tity (for those with report. CRF Allocation apdevelopemental disabilities). provals will be considered at Entities may submit expense 9:30 a.m. and a Grundy reports for monthly reimburse- County Ambulance report will ments. The commission also be given at 10 a.m. FEMA site approved $35,000 for a walk- visits will begin around 10:30 in cooler to be used by the a.m.

County Tax Comparisons The Grundy County Commission receives information concerning the monthly sales tax revenue along with a comparison of funds received a year ago. All three are one-half cent sales taxes, although the collection amount varies slightly for each tax.

GENERAL REVENUE SALES TAX TO DATE (The county’s tax year runs from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31) Month 2019 2020 January $34,812.36 $35,168.31 February $24,551.49 $29,696.37 Interest $272.37 March $55,772.58 $48,705.80 April $39,667.59 $39,183.61 May $24,574.12 $27,101.88 June $57,067.34 $53,990.01 July $36,644.91 $46,853.23 Interest $621.24 August $36,212.26 $29,705.30 September $54,166.01 $47,828.55 Interest $295.76 TO DATE $364,385.66 $358,505.43 (Comparison Year to Date) ($5,880.23) AMBULANCE SALES TAX Month 2019 January $34,802.87 February $24,551.35 Interest March $55,765.33 April $39,665.87 May $24,562.12 June $57,059.75 July $36,642.22 Interest 621.17 August $36,210.20 September $54,164.79 Interest $295.63 TO DATE $364,341.30 (Comparison Year to Date)

2020 $35,164.30 $29,693.07 $272.35 $48,705.86 $39,148.94 $27,070.81 $53,969.91 $46,853.11 $29,702.64 $47,828.76 $358,409.75 ($5,931.55)

LAW ENFORCEMENT SALES TAX 2019 2020 January $34,802.86 $35,164.85 February $24,551.35 $29,693.20 Interest $272.35 March $55,765.34 $48,705.80 April $39,665.85 $39,148.83 May $24,562.11 $27,070.84 June $57,059.74 $53,969.86 July $36,642.29 $46,853.17 Interest $621.17 August $36,210.27 $29,702.55 September $54,164.71 $47,828.75 Interest $295.63 TO DATE $364,341.32 $358,410.20 (Comparison Year to Date) ($5,931.12)

TRANSPORTATION TAX Month 2020-2021 2019-20 May $13,388.06 $13,046.59 June $31,119.86 $30,040.75 July $25,567.30 $14,569.69 August $15,049.44 $17,536.10 September $27,144.17 $31,504.23 Interest $107.75 October $19,386.94 November $12,394.46 December $30,977.48 January $20,847.01 February $12,977.78 Interest $154.35 March $27,498.38 April $20,326.71 TOTAL $112,268.83 $258,636.05 (Comparison Year to Date) ($1,696.36)

stated 21,073 tons of asphalt has been sold by the city as of Sept. 2, with the city finishing up its production season next week. Council members were also invited to tour the new asphalt plant.

A closed session for legal matters and real estate was held with no announcement made.

All votes, with the exception of the MOU vote, were 7-0 with Kevin Klinginsmith absent. Duane Urich attended the meeting by Zoom while all other council members, Urton and City Clerk Cindy Simpson attended in person. Also attending by Zoom were the mayor and City Attorney Tara Walker.

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You indeed raise some tough questions, ones that many families throughout the country and the world are wrestling with right now.

Even when all parties agree to take COVID-19 seriously, they can differ on what exactly "seriously" means. What seems reasonable to one person can seem paranoid to another -- and to the next person, not careful enough. (I'm reminded of that old George Carlin joke: "Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac?")

While abstaining from socializing with anyone outside your household remains the safest option, risk is not binary: There are steps you can take to minimize the chance of spreading infection -- but only if your family is willing to

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Dear Annie: My husband is in the high-risk category for catching COVID-19, and we have lost family and friends due to the disease. The issue is that we love seeing our grandchildren, but some people in our families view the pandemic as a "hoax" and are lax about following safety precautions. This makes it dangerous for us to spend time with our grandchildren, as these family members also spend time with them. One relative even refuses to wear a mask in public. This attitude baffles me and hurts my husband.

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take these steps, too. See if these relatives can agree to some basic ground rules such as only gathering outside, standing six feet (or more) apart and wearing masks. Explain (again) that your husband is at high risk for getting seriously ill and dying from this virus, and that you'd like to continue seeing them and your grandchildren if at all possible.

If they still won't get on board, then yes, avoid seeing them in person for a while. I know it will be hard not to see the grandkids, but there are other ways to connect such as telephone, FaceTime or Skype. And it's better to forgo a few months with them now to help ensure you'll be around to make memories with them for years to come.

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Among all adults who moved due to the pandemic, 23% said the primary reason was because their college campus had closed; 18% said it was due to job loss or other financial reasons.

The coronavirus pandemic has forced many people to move in with family, but the shift is quite notable among young adults. A new analysis of Census Bureau data found that — for the first time on record — the majority of young adults ages 18 to 29 live with their families.

The number of young adults living with parents increased by 2.6 million from February to July as the pandemic spread, reaching 26.6 million. As of July, 52% of young adults resided with one or both of their parents.

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INSURANCE See me for quotes on *Life Insurance *Guaranteed Life Insurance *Annuities *IRAs *Medicare Supplements RON DOUGAN 903 Main St., Trenton, MO 660-359-0100 52 years in the Insurance Business Tdtf ------------------------------------------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.

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REAL ESTATE

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

"We will not knowingly accept any advertising for property which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all advertised property is available on an equal opportunity basis."

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New Listing - The unique angles and exposed brick make this truly a one-of-a-kind home.

The upstairs was remodeled in 2018 with a large master bedroom, 2 additional bedrooms, full bath, and a laundry room.

New walkout deck and outside stairway that makes a great separate entrance. Downstairs has original bar in the kitchen with an open floor plan that includes a living room, half bath, and storage room. Metal spiral staircase, sliding barn doors, new windows, unfinished basement, 2 wood stoves, propane heater, and window units. $69,900 See all of our listings at www.c21trenton.com or visit us on Facebook.com/c21trenton.

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

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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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LOCK-N-GO STORAGE 2709 Pleasant Plain 660-6540241. tf ------------------------------------------Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Kathy Cheek at 660-359-5647.

S553dtf ------------------------------------------Two bedroom, hardwood floors, partial basement, high efficiency furnace. Call 660-3340962. Studio apartment, close to college, all utilities included, plus wifi, $450/month. Call 660-3340962.

K955d18* ------------------------------------------Large home on Lake Trenton Drive. 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage, new stainless steel appliances and flooring. House completely remodeled with a new deck out back. Available September 24th. Rent is $1,250/month. Call or Text Kelly at 816-288-1418.

P401d29* ------------------------------------------FOR RENT One bedroom apartments for rent. Rent based on income.

HUD program for the developmentally disabled.

Call 660-339-7235 Friendship Place Apartments F397d29 -------------------------------------------

FARM NEEDS CRP/PASTURE CLEARING Tree Pulling/Removal with Skid Loader Call Gabe Buzzard Trenton, MO 816-678-3918 FNov20* ------------------------------------------Big Square Hay Baling, Brush Hogging. Peter Beery 660-6544764.

FAug24-Sep18 ------------------------------------------*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-358-2682 L905tf ------------------------------------------See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves.

Consumer Oil & Supply 614 Harris Ave. 359-2258 C361dtf ------------------------------------------Square bales of Alfalfa (2nd & 3rd cutting), Brome (1st & 2nd cutting), Mixed grass (1st cutting), Clover grass mix (2nd cutting. Satisfaction Guaranteed * Delivery available. Call Bob Holloway, 660-358-2128 FSep9-Oct2* ------------------------------------------Levi Wollenzien Trucking, LLC Custom ag lime application Rock, sand, gravel and lime delivery Call Levi at 660-342-1160 FSep18-Oct16 -------------------------------------------

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1997 Dodge Dakota - extended cab, 4x4, V-8 auto; high miles; runs good. $1,750. Call 660-373-0773.

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Truck Drivers Wanted. Must have good driving record, parttime/full-time. 660-654-2207 FOct30 ------------------------------------------Graves Foods Daily Route Driver Must have Class A CDL. Must be able to lift 80 lbs.

Home evenings.

Competitive pay.

Paid Vacation & Holidays.

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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.

FSep9-Oct2 ------------------------------------------HELP WANTED: Teacher Aide, Trenton Head Start, fulltime 40 hours/week with benefits. For job description and application visit http://www. greenhillsheadstart.org or call 660-359-2214. E.O.I. G355d29 ------------------------------------------Grundy County Soil and Water Conservation District is accepting applications for the position of District Technician Full-time position with annual leave, sick leave, health insurance and retirement benefits.

District Technician will advise landowners on the available soil conservation practices, perform technical duties including: surveying, staking in the field and engineering design of the practice in the office, perform checkout of practice following policy and specifications, needs assessment, manage & maintain rental equipment and general office duties.

Applicant must have good communication skills, ability to work under high workloads during peak times of the year, computer skills, ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, and ability to travel over rough and uneven terrain. General knowledge of farming or the ability to use surveying instruments is preferred.

High school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license required. Applicant must be able to pass a USDA background check.

Applications can be picked up at the Grundy County SWCD Office, 3415 Oklahoma Avenue, Trenton, MO. Since the USDA Building is closed to the public, you will need to call when you arrive, 660-359-2006 ext. 3. Applications will be accepted until September 24, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.

An Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer G313d22 ------------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking a Campus Store Associate. Interested applicants should visit http://www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

N349d22 ------------------------------------------Princeton Custom Meat has 2 positions open. Butcher/Meat Cutter, wages are negotiable based on experience. Clean Up person also needed. Call 660748-4560.

P352d25 ------------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking a Residence Life Coordinator/Assistant Men's Basketball Coach. Interested applicants should visit http://www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203.

NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

N354d25 ------------------------------------------Full-time deputy sheriff; must be POST certified. Full-time male detention officer. Applications available at Sheriff's Office or call 660-359-2828 for more information.

S356d6 ------------------------------------------Help Wanted: Welder. Experienced and motivated. Full- or part-time. Must pass random drug test. DeMoss Welding, LLC. Call 660-748-3977.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is given the 18th day of September 2020 that the Planning & Zoning will hold a public hearing on October 5, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1100 Main Street, for purpose of hearing a request from Orscheln Properties in care of Cummings Signs for a 20 foot height variance on the maximum height requirement of 20 foot for a Class C Type 3 sign to allow for a 40 oot sign to be put on north east corner of property located at 1810 East 28th St. Mrs. Jean Peace, Chairman Mr. Michael Ormsby, Secretary dSep18 -----------------------------------------NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is given the 18th day of September 2020 that the Planning & Zoning will hold a public hearing on October 5, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1100 Main Street, for purpose of hearing a request from Hope Haven Industries, Inc for a rezone of property from 0-1 Open Space to I-2 Heavy Industry to make the current use of property and buildings more fitting on property located at 3300 Pleasant Plain.

Mrs. Jean Peace, Chairman Mr. Michael Ormsby, Secretary dSep18 ------------------------------------------

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is given the 18th day of September 2020 that the Planning & Zoning will hold a public hearing on October 5, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1100 Main Street, for purpose of hearing a request from Gabe Chrisman and Erma Newton for a Conditional Use Permit to allow for them to build an Outdoor Theater on property located at 2306 Oak and 2211 Stature.

Mrs. Jean Peace, Chairman Mr. Michael Ormsby, Secretary dSep18 ------------------------------------------The Grundy County Food Pantry is soliciting bids for a new 12 ft x 24 ft combination cooler/freezer and installation.

Specifications can be obtained from M. G. Kennedy 660-6351969 or Chris Hoffman 660-3591842. Bids will be accepted until 1:00 p.m. Oct. 2, 2020 and can be mailed to 1703 Harris Ave., Trenton, MO 64683 or emailed to lmurphy1217@gmail.com.

Bids will be opened Oct. 2, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at 1703 Harris Ave., Trenton, MO 64683. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. dSep18,22,25 ------------------------------------------NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Daniel L. Searcy, dated August 8, 2011, and recorded on August 9, 2011, in Book No. 611, at Page 515 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Grundy County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on October 9, 2020, at 2:00

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AREA DEATHS Martha Alexander Brewer Martha Alexander Brewer died on Monday, Sept. 7, 2020 in Farmington, CT. She was 96.

She was born Martha Helen Alexander in Trenton on June 26, 1924. Her childhood was deeply shaped by what she saw of the Depression and her parents’ commitment to community philanthropy. At the age of 71, after a lifetime of advocacy for women’s reproductive rights, she founded the first Animal Assisted Therapy program in Winchester, VA. She attended Trenton High School and Ward Belmont College in Nashville, TN before graduating with a degree in journalism from the University of Missouri. She was married on Jan. 12, 1947 in Trenton to Chester Leland Brewer Jr. From 1966 to 1975 she was a reporter with the Richardson Daily News. In 1975 she began a 15-year stint working for Planned Parenthood of Dallas and then for Life Planning/Health Services. She also began volunteering for an Animal Assisted Therapy program in Dallas. After her husband’s death, she devoted herself to the AAT program.

She was famous for her rigor and for her commitment to establishing clear standards for the program and its animals. It

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was through this rigor that she was able to expand the Winchester AAT program from its initial work with physical rehab patients to working with psychiatric patients, which it continues to do today.

She is survived by her three children, Anne Brewer, Molly Brewer and Chester Brewer III; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and her beloved niece, Barbara Babb.

She had a rare ability throughout her life to make friends wherever she went and to inspire them with some part of her passion for social justice and human rights. She will be deeply missed.

The family suggests memorials to the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, Inc.

Dolly M. Hostetler Dolly M. Hostetler, a 96year-old resident of Trenton, died at 11:50 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 14, 2020 at Eastview Manor Care Center at Trenton.

Graveside services were held at 1 p.m. today (Friday, Sept. 18, 2020) at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, north of Trenton.

Mrs. Hostetler was born on Jan. 21, 1924 in Medicine Township of Mercer County, the daughter of Andrew Barton and Mary Irene Loveland Dean. Before retiring she was employed as a bookkeeper for Hoffman-Reed of Trenton.

She was married on May 27, 1941 at Trenton to Thomas G. Hostetler, who preceded

her in death on June 20, 2003.

She is survived by a son, Jerry Hostetler of Trenton; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; five sisters, Daisy Browning, Vesta Cunningham, Wanda Barnett, Mary Lanier and Judy Sticker; and four brothers, Jacob Dean, Benjamin Dean, Richard Dean, and Walter Dean.

Memorials are suggested to either the American Cancer Society or Green Hills Animal Shelter. They may be left at or mailed to the mortuary.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

FUNERALS Harry “Eddie” Jackson Graveside services for Harry “Eddie” Jackson were held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020 at the Camp Ground Cemetery, east of Osgood. Rev. Stan Richardson officiated.

Mr. Jackson, a 73-year-old resident of Galt, died on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2020 at his

Phyllis J. Funeral services for Phyllis J. McCloud were held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020 at the Salem Baptist Church. Bro. Tim Munday officiated.

Mrs. McCloud, an 89-yearold resident of rural Spickard, died at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, 2020 at her residence.

Music selections included “How Great Thou Art”, “Take

residence.

Pallbearers were Jeremy Jackson, Kyle Jackson, Tim Jackson, Toby Jackson, Terry Wynne, John Danks and Jay Blackburn.

Slater-Neal Funeral Home of Trenton was in charge of arrangements.

CIRCUIT COURT Municipal Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Abby L. Farris, Trenton, pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle on the highway without a valid license and was fined $75.50 and $41.50 costs.

Donald E. Savage, Trenton, pleaded guilty to assault and was fined $100 and $41.50 costs.

Jacob C. Zerbe, Gilman City, pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle in a careless and reckless manner and was fined $100 and $41.50 costs.

Michael J. Hoskins, Kirksville, failed to appear in court and had a warrant issued for his arrest on charges of driving while revoked or suspended, operating a motor vehicle in a careless and reckless manner and operating a motor vehicle for which financial responsibility was not maintained.

Thomas G. Culver, no address listed, pleaded guilty to operating an ATV after dark and was fined $25.50 and $41.50 costs. He also pleaded guilty to being a person under 18 years of age operating an ATV without a

parsley potatoes, baked beans, butterscotch pudding, peas, hot roll.

Friday-Beef pizza casserole, Caesar salad, catalina blend vegetables, Jello with fruit, homemade bread.

(Coffee, iced tea, water and milk are served daily and an alternate meal of chef’s salad, crackers and fruit cup is available each day.)

The Trenton Fire Department is seeking volunteer firefighters. Those selected will be trained through the Basic Firefighter course.

For more information, call 359-5552.

helmet and was fined $50.50 and $41.50 costs. He also pleaded guilty to operating an ATV on the highway without an operator’s license and was fined $60.50 and $41.50 costs.

Austin G. Fritz, no address listed, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle without maintaining financial responsibility and was fined $25.50 and $41.50 costs.

Victor Tunnell, Galt, pleaded guilty to having expired vehicle plates and was fined $50.50 and $41.50 costs.

Miranda J. Hamilton, Trenton, pleaded not guilty to peace disturbance and had a court trial set for 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 6.

MARRIAGE LICENSE Terry N. Carlock and Jenna L. Johnson, both of Trenton.

Robert Matthew Hall and Libby Jean Tunnell, both of Trenton.

MARRIAGE DISSOLUTIONS Petitions Filed Shayna M. Hawkins vs.

Michael S. Hawkins.

Ashley K. Rogers vs. Dylan Rogers.

Petition Granted Mark Templeton vs. Jayna Templeton.

EMERGENCY SERVICES Trenton Police Department Sept. 7: officers found property in the downtown area and investigated a report of a runaway juvenile from an east residence.

Officers also investigated an incident in which a subject made a false report at an east residence.

Sept. 8: no activity.

Sept. 9: a report of stealing was investigated at a west residence.

Sept. 10: officers made an arrest for possession of drug

paraphernalia, driving while suspended and on a warrant in the west part of town. A subject failed to drive on the right half of the roadway in the east part of town.

Sept. 11: officers responded to a domestic dispute at a north residence and made an arrest on a warrant at a north residence.

Sept. 12: officers investigated an assault at a south residence.

Area Aldermen Hold Meetings The Laredo and Spickard boards of aldermen took care of several items of business during meetings on Monday night.

Laredo During the meeting of the Laredo Board of Aldermen, members approved use of Court Money, an online payment option that would allow residents to pay their city bills.

City Clerk Ashley Bonnett said payment can be made with a debit or credit card at www.missouripayments.com.

There will be a 4 percent fee charged to the customer for using this option, which goes to Court Money and not to the city. Mrs. Bonnett said customers will also continue having the option to call in to make a payment for a $5 fee.

The board also voted to increase the salary for mainte-

nance employee Adam Cooksey by 3 percent to $12.36 per hour.

The next board meeting will be at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 12.

Spickard The Spickard Board of Aldermen voted to remove a lien the city has on property owned

by Richard Tharp at its meeting.

City Clerk Amy Chapman said a change to the city’s sewer ordinance was postponed until the October meeting and members approved the financial report and paid July claims.

It was reported three pump air release valves have been replaced at the sewer plant.

The next meeting of the board will be at 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 12.

Grant Helps Fund Upgrades

The Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library recently received a $2,500 mini-technology LSTA Grant through the Missouri State Library.

McCloud Money from the grant, writMy Hand Precious Lord”, “I ten by library staff, was used to Can Only Imagine” and upgrade internet infrastructure “Majesty.” and Ethernet equipment/caPallbearers were Carlos bles, which allows a more simHendricks, David Ortega, Mike Farmer, Wayne Johnson, Paul Johnson, Danny Crawford and Phillip Thomas.

Burial was in the Salem Cemetery, under the direction of the Slater-Neal Funeral Home at Trenton.

AREA MENUS NORTH 65 CENTER Monday-Ham, macaroni and cheese, corn, pickled beets, fresh grapes, hot roll.

Tuesday-Swiss steak, garlic baby potatoes, fried cabbage, plums, chocolate cake, whole wheat bread.

Wednesday-Chicken pot pie with whole grain biscuit, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, pineapple, milk.

Thursday-BBQ meatballs,

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plified system and faster speed capability for all library patrons and staff.

The Friends of the Library provided a $490 match for the grant. PinPoint Technologies spent over 18 hours of work during library closure to complete the project.

P&Z Sets Three Hearings The Trenton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold three hearings at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 5 at city hall.

Orscheln Properties, in care of Cummings Signs, is asking for a 20-foot height variance on the maximum height requirement of 20 feet for a Class C Type 3 sign to allow a 40-foot sign to be placed on the northeast corner of 1810 E. 28th St., which is the location of the new Orscheln Farm and Home store.

Hope Haven Industries is requesting a rezone of property it owns at 3300 Pleasant Plain from O-1 open space to 1-2 heavy industry to make current use of the property and build-

ings more fitting.

Gabe Chrisman and Erma Newton are requesting a conditional use permit to allow them to construct an outdoor theater at property located at 2306 Oak and 2211 Stature streets. The hearing had been postponed from September due to public interest expressed regarding the request.

City Administrator Ron Urton had said the city would be contacting those interested in the request and providing them with information as to how to provide written comment as the hearing would not be open for public attendance due to COVID restrictions.

FUTURES TRADING CHICAGO BOARD OF TRADE Open

High Low Last Chg Sept. 17 WHEAT 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Dec 542 546 537¼ 540 —2 Mar 551 554¾ 546¼ 549 —1¾ May 556¼ 559½ 551½ 554¼ —2 Jul 555¾ 558½ 550½ 553¾ —2 Sep 560 564¼ 556½ 560¼ —1¼ Dec 568¼ 574¼ 566¾ 570 —1½ Mar 575¼ 580¼ 573 580¼ +1¾ Jul 570 570 570 570 —1¾ Est. sales 37,646.Wed.'s sales 65,322 Wed.'s open int 372,846,up 1,083 CORN 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Dec 371½ 373½ 368 371½ —¼ Mar 380½ 382 377¼ 380½ —½ May 385¾ 387 382½ 385¾ —½ Jul 389 390¼ 386 389 —¾ Sep 383¾ 385 381¼ 384 —1 Dec 388¾ 390 385¾ 388¼ —1 Mar 398¼ 398¼ 394½ 396½ —1 Jul 405½ 405½ 404¾ 405¼ —½ Dec 396¼ 396½ 394 395½ Dec 395¼ 395¼ 395¼ 395¼ Est. sales 155,476.Wed.'s sales 241,301 Wed.'s open int 1,466,809,up 8,479 OATS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Dec 273½ 273½ 269¼ 271¼ —1¾ Mar 272¼ 272¼ 272 272 —2¼ Est. sales 141.Wed.'s sales 256 Wed.'s open int 4,969 SOYBEANS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Nov 1011½ 1018¼ 1005 1013¾ +2½ Jan 1015 1022¼ 1009¼ 1018 +2¾ Mar 1014¼ 1021 1009¼ 1016½ +2¼ May 1014 1021 1009½ 1016 +1¾ Jul 1015 1022 1011¼ 1017 +1½ Aug 1009½ 1016 1008¾ 1011½ +2 Nov 967 973 964¼ 971½ +3¼ Jan 969½ 972¾ 966¼ 971 +3 Mar 954 956¼ 949¼ 955 +3¼ May 948 953¼ 947½ 953¼ +3½ Nov 926 927½ 923 925½ +1 Est. sales 137,191.Wed.'s sales 280,795 Wed.'s open int 948,776,up 9,529 Sept. 16 Trenton MFA Soybeans, 9.36 (Sep 20); 9.36 (Oct) 9.36 (Nov 20).

Corn, 3.12 (Sep. 20); 3.12 (Oct 20) 3.12 (Nov 20).

Laredo MFA Soybeans, 9.36 (Sep 20); 9.36 (Oct 20) 9.36 (Nov 20).

Corn, 3.12 (Sep. 20); 3.12 (Oct 20) 3.12 (Nov 20).

Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/Carrollton (1-800-722-4407) Old Crop - Corn, 3.66; soybeans, 9.91; wheat, 5.33.

New Crop - Corn, 3.41; soybeans, 9.61; wheat, 5.30.

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