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Friday, October 16, 2020

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Policy Updates Approved

R-9 Calendar Change OK’d On Split Vote Changes were made to the 2020-21 calendar and policy updates approved during a meeting on Tuesday night of the Trenton R-9 Board of Education.

On a vote of 6-1, the board agreed to change three student contact days to “all staff work days.” Oct. 26 and Dec. 7 were approved by the board to go along with the Sept. 28 date already changed. Superintendent Mike Stegman said he requested the days to help staff prepare and “catch up” with work that needs to be done in order to provide student instruction for students both in class and those attending school virtually. He said staff has had a “stressful beginning” to the school year and that staff are spending many hours outside their contracted time preparing for classroom instruction. Stegman said the calendar change would still allow for the district to meet its minimum student attendance requirement of 1,044 hours. He noted the district still has three days available which could be used as “inclement weather” days before the district would need to look at possibly adding days to meet the requirement. He said one alternative would be to use Alternate Methods of Instruction (AMI) to allow instruction to students on days they could not be in the classroom but which could still be counted as student attendance

hours.

Board member Dr. David Whitaker expressed his concern about students who were already behind missing additional classroom time. Board member Andy Burress asked why staff had to be at school if students were not present and no instruction was being offered. Stegman noted that staff members are contracted for a certain amount of days.

Voting in favor of the calendar change were Dr. Whitaker, Burress, Dorothy Taul, Cliff Roeder, Marcie Cutsinger and Brandon Gibler. Corey Leeper voted no.

The board gave unanimous approval to several policy updates, including changes to the Title IX policy regarding sexual harassment. As part of the board action, Stegman was designated as the district’s Title IX coordinator. Of the 18 MSBA policy updates presented, 16 were approved. The two not approved involved allowing law enforcement to interview students at school and employee alcohol and drug testing with regard to bus drivers. Stegman said the policy regarding drivers was not needed as the district does not own its own bus fleet. As for the law enforcement policy, Stegman said he believes the district should work with law enforcement authorities when needed. Dr. Whitaker questioned whether law enforcement could be legally kept out

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of the school while Mrs. Cutsinger asked if parents would still be contacted if a student is interviewed. She was told the district would make that contact as a courtesy.

The board approved several documents needed by the district to update its federal programs policies and procedures.

Approved were BOE federal program updates, the homeless liaison job description, the homeless dispute resolution, transportation procedures for students in foster care, the foster care dispute resolution and the Best Interest Determination form for foster care. Special Services Director Tara Hoffman serves as the district’s English Language Learner program coordinator and McKinney-Ventor homeless liaison while Rissler Assistant Principal Adriane Todd is the foster care liaison.

Stegman reported the school district has received contributions from the Foundation Trust for THS/THS Alumni Association in memory of Fred Boland, with the funds to be used for the new performing arts center and the THS boys basketball program. An $11,920 grant from the Patterson Family Foundation has been received for use on pandemic-related needs. Stegman said the district will use the money to provide additional See R-9, Page 7

The Trenton Board of Adjustments will hear three requests during public hearings planned at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 2 at Trenton City Hall.

Orscheln Properties, in care of Cummings Signs, is seeking a 20-foot variance on the maximum height requirement of 20 feet for a Class C Type 3 sign to allow construction of a 40-foot sign at the northeast corner of property at 1840 E. 28th St. The Trenton Church of the Nazarene is seeking a 60-square-foot variance on the maximum area of 720-square feet and a three and onehalf foot height variance on the required 17-foot maximum height requirement for an accessory structure to allow construction of a building on property a 2102 Chicago St. Jose Barron is seeking a 15-foot variance on the required 25-foot front yard setback and a 13-foot variance on the required 15-foot side yard sebtack next to a street to allow for an 18-foot by 36-foot accessory structure to be built on property at 200 Harris Ave.

CO OVID-19 Upda ate There are now 10 deaths in Grundy County attributed to COVID-19, according to information provided by the county health department.

The total is one more than had been reported to the Republican-Times on Monday. As of Thursday morning, Grundy County had 305 positive COVID cases since testing began, an increase of 11 since Monday. Active cases total 44, up 2 from Monday.

Area county COVID numbers as of Thursday morning included Livingston, 385 (67 active including 10 hospitalized, 6 deaths); Linn, 282 (58 active, 8 deaths); Daviess, 185 (123 active including 11 hospitalized, 3 death); Carroll, 178 (19 active including 3 hospitalized, 5 deaths); Caldwell, 173 (30 active, 2 deaths); Harrison, 167 (15 active, 1 death); Putnam, 51 (11 active, 2 deaths); and Mercer, 32 (no actives).

TMU U Con ntinue es Flu ushiing Wo ork Trenton Municipal Utilities is continuing water system flushing work during the month of October and is now working in the area south of East Ninth Street between the railroad tracks and east to Highway 65.

This is a semi-annual requirement of the water treatment process, which could result in some water discoloration while work is going on between 7 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. It is recommended to run water for a short period of time to make sure the water is clear before doing laundry or waiting until after flushing hours. For questions, persons can call 359-3211.

Princeton, Laredo, Pleasant View R-6, Newtown-Harris

Princeton Getting Help With Ballfields A donation, bids and parent-teacher conferences were among topics addressed during meetings this week of the Princeton R-5, Laredo R-7, Pleasant View R-6 and Newtown-Harris R-3 boards of education.

Princeton R-5 During a meeting on Tuesday night, the Princeton R-5 Board of Education was given an update on ballfields and heard several reports.

According to information provided by Superin-

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tendent Jerry Girdner, Judy Derry Mahoney, in memory of her parents, Russ and Elna Derry, has entered into a $150,000 matching gift agreement with the Princeton Baseball Association to move the softball and baseball complex from its current location to the west side of the intersection of Route FF and Highway 136, just west of Dollar General. The new location will move the fields out of a floodplain and the current from the Weldon Fork of the Grand River. The project includes three fields, a parking lot and con-

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Girdner said that for every $1 donated toward the project, Mrs. Mahoney has pledged to match the donation up to $150,000. In recognition of the gift, the PBA will name the new complex the Russ Derry Sports Complex. In making the pledge, Mrs. Mahoney said her parents “would be pleased to make a significant contribution for a project that will aid See School, Page 7

New Park Assistant Hired The Trenton Park Board accepted a bid for fall material and took action on a personnel matter during a brief meeting held at the livestock pavilion Wednesday evening.

Board members accepted a bid from Jelly Bean Rubber Mulch Company of New Orleans, LA for fall material to be used in the handicapped accessible area of Eastside Park, which has been under construction for some time.

The bid was for $7,800 for an area that is 40-feet by 50-feet, with the material to be layered four feet deep. The material is made from recycled rubber tiles which Park Superinten-dent David Shockley said will compact better than material made from recycled tires. It was noted that it will also be cooler and will not contain any wire as most recycled tire material does. It was the only bid received for the material.

In his report to the board, Shockley said a barrier has been constructed around the inside of the backstop at Van Meter Park in order to raise the dirt level on the t-ball field. He said six loads of dirt have been brought in for the infield to help with a drainage issue. Black dirt was also put at Moberly Park, where the old merry-go-round was located, to help level that area.

He also noted the North Central Missouri College softball and baseball teams are finishing up their seasons and said the painting at the pool is complete as is patching the area between the lap pool and slides. Winterizing will take place next week.

Following an executive session, the board hired Hunter Trask to serve as assistant park superintendent.

Scott Lynch had previously been offered the position, but has declined the offer.

The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 4.

Convention & Vistors Bureau Board Organizes

Sidewalk To Dollar General Store Discussed Sidewalks and parking dominated discussion held by the Administrative Committee of the Trenton City Council at its meeting on Tuesday night.

According to City Administrator Ron Urton, the committee discussed construction of a sidewalk along the north side Highway 6 from Fourth Street to the new Dollar General, but took no action. Urton said a $33,000 preliminary cost estimate was given for the work, which would involve about 600 feet of sidewalk. The total could be higher, depending on additional dirt work and engineering costs. Urton said he is waiting to hear from Dollar General officials as to whether or not they would be interested in paying for a portion of the project. Committee members are to

review the site to determine the best possible location for pedestrians to be on a sidewalk and away from motorists passing by the area.

There was also discussion regarding vehicles being left in two-hour parking spaces along Main Street for longer than the time permits, thus leaving few close parking spaces for persons who come to those areas to do business. The public is reminded that signs designating the two-hour parking areas are posted. Urton said the committee is recommending that no changes to the limits be made at this time.

Urton told the committee he has presented an estimate of $149,000 to property owners interested in having Serendipity Lane brought up to city

National Weather Service

Mostly sunny skies Saturday with a breezy 69 for a high. Temperatures drop from there with a high on Sunday of 51 and a chance of rain on Monday with a high of 52. Lows will be in the low 40s. The high at Trenton on Monday, Oct. 12 was 73 and Tuesday’s high was 77. The high on Wednesday was 81, with a low of 50. The high on Wednesday at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 78, the low was 46.

street code. The cost would include a street that is 28 feet wide with no curbs and having the street crew do the work. Urton said he is waiting to hear back from the property owners to see if they would be interested in paying for the work. Once the street is brought up to code, the city would take over maintenance.

The committee did vote to recommend selling several city-owned items as surplus property. To be sold on the Purple Wave website are the police department Hum-Vee, the fire department Suburban and several items from the street department, including a road grader, the old street sweeper, a 1996 Ford pickup, a dump truck, a ram jet, mosquito foggers (for parts), electric control panels from the

17tth Street Bridge Update Efforts to resume work on the 17th Bridge are moving forward, with Trenton City Administrator Ron Urton stating he anticipates work on the west end to begin in the near future.

Urton said contractors are waiting for final approval from the Union Pacific Railroad to move forward with the bridge replacement project on the west end, adding that all required documentation has been sent to the UP. He said work on the east end will be delayed until an agreement can be reached with the contractor, Boone Construction, regarding issues with rip rap/rock debris found during excavation work for the bridge foundations.

old asphalt plant and fluorescent lights.

An adjustment is to be made to the city’s capital project budget to account for costs involving concrete repairs to the north apron of the fire station. Urton said the work is anticipated to cost $27,000, with $20,000

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budgeted for overhead door replacement to be moved and added to the $7,200 already budgeted for the work. The door replacement would be moved back to the next fiscal year.

The committee agreed to refer a See City, Page 7

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SPORTS

Bulldogs Pull Upset, Stave Off Elimination Moore, Lynch Knock Homers In District Victory TRENTON 8 SOUTH HARRISON 6

The Trenton High School softball team watched a 2-0 lead dissipate in the bottom of the third inning in the opening round of the Class 2, District Tournament in Marceline on Wednesday night as thirdseeded South Harrison tagged sixth-seed Trenton for six runs.

The Bulldogs, 5-20 on the season entering the contest, had seen this act one too many times, but wasn’t quite done playing softball in 2020.

Rather than accept defeat, Trenton answered with a fiverun fourth to re-take the lead.

Jenna Reeter, who entered the circle in the midst of South Harrison’s big inning, nailed down the higher seed’s lineup the rest of the way. An insurance run in the seventh wasn’t even necessary as Trenton sprung the upset and prolonged their season by at least one day with an 8-6 victory.

“South Harrison is a very good ball team and they will be back in the thick of things next year,” Trenton coach Joel Hultman said. “But we talked about how, historically, it is really hard to beat a team three times in the same year. It is the playoffs and all it takes is one good night from a team or an off night by a team and things can change quick. We played our best game of the year and it was great to see the potential I’ve been seeing all year come together for a special night.”

After Emma Roberts struggled on the mound in the third, Reeter took the ball and delivered in the biggest way for the Bulldogs. She navigated South

Harrison’s lineup through the final four and two-thirds innings, not allowing a run. She gave up six hits and a walk in the span, but struck out five while keeping South Harrison off the board.

“Emma did a great job in the circle early, but then got into some trouble,” Hultman said.

“Jenna came in and really shut the door. She had all of her pitches working and she was making them earn everything.

Maci (Moore) calls the pitches and together they did a great job of keeping their hitters off balance.”

At the plate, Maci Moore and Chandler Lynch - the only two players left who started for Trenton in the Class 2 state championship game in 2018 did damage early, blasting back-to-back home runs in the top of the first inning to establish a 2-0 lead.

“Maci starting us off with a long home run was key early.

And then for Chandler to follow it up with her own and going back-to-back really created some momentum,” Hultman said. “It might have caused some panic maybe with the other side.”

Moore was 2-for-3 with the home run, a double, two RBIs and two runs scored. Lynch finished 2-for-4, also driving in two and scoring twice.

Jena Harris was 2-for-4 with a double and two RBIs and Chloe Harris finished 1-for-4 with a double, a run scored and an RBI. Reeter had a hit and two runs scored, Teya Cooksey had a two-hit night and Madi Moore had a double and a run scored.

Trenton pushed its record to 6-20 with the win. The Bulldogs’ test will be even greater in the semifinals as Trenton challenges second-seeded Brookfield - a team that defeated THS twice in the regular season, once by a 12-1 score and once by a margin of 5-1.

Bulldogs Run-Ruled

By Hornets Monday Trenton Matches Chilli’s Hits, Not Runs In Defeat CHILLICOTHE 14 TRENTON 0 (5 INN.)

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conclusion of its regular season, falling 14-0 to the Chillicothe Hornets on the road on Monday. The loss came via the 10-run rule after the top of the fifth inning.

Trenton was never in the game, falling behind 3-0 in the first inning and watching the lead grow in each inning that followed. An eight-run frame by the Hornets in the third was the backbreaker and the game was over an inning and a half later.

Each team collected nine hits in the game, but six Trenton errors tipped the scales in Chillicothe’s favor. Emma Roberts and Jenna Reeter each threw two innings in the loss.

Roberts allowed eight runs, only three of which were earned, on five hits and one walk with one strikeout. Reeter allowed six runs, three earned, on four hits and three walks with no strikeouts.

At the plate, Trenton got hits, but could never string enough together to plate a run.

Maci Moore, Chandler Lynch and Teya Cooksey had two hits each while Reeter, Gracyn Rongey and Chloe Harris rounded out the team’s total with one hit each.

NO REST FOR THE WEARY Inconsistent ’Dogs Can’t Hang With Visiting Lexington LEXINGTON 3 TRENTON 0

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EVY McCULLOUGH elevates for one of her 11 kills during Trenton’s loss to Lexington on Monday. McCullough had three blocks and an ace on the night as well.

The Trenton High School volleyball team was unable to score a win at home on Monday, falling in straight sets to the visiting Lexington Minutewomen, 25-21, 25-14, 2511.

Trenton put together some good stretches, but couldn’t sustain those periods long enough to remain competitive in any of the games.

“The varsity had glimmers of good play together,” Trenton coach Pam Bowden said.

“But they couldn’t put together enough momentum to get a win.”

Evy McCullough had 11 kills, three blocks and an ace for Trenton while Ava Simpson passed out 12 assists and tallied one ace. Lilly Berti had five kills, two blocks, two aces and two digs with Olivia Roberts adding three kills and two digs. Mackenzee Epperson had three kills and Jessa Shipley had a kill and an ace.

Trenton’s JV split with Lexington, 22-25, 25-20.

Nautica Dowling and Ally Yoder each had seven kills while Abby Simpson and Kaylea Boyle added six and four assists respectively.

LeBlond Drops Volleyballers As Well Trenton Drops Second Game In As Many Nights Against Top-Tier Team LEBLOND 3 TRENTON 0

One night after succumbing to the Lexington Minutewomen, the Trenton High School volleyball team was ushered back onto the court with a road trip to St. Joseph.

Waiting for the Bulldogs were the LeBlond Golden Eagles - owners of an impressive 10-4 record against a stout

schedule. The four teams who have defeated LeBlond hold a combined 46-7-1 overall record this year.

Needless to say, the task was tall for the Trenton Bulldogs and one they would not be able to attain as they fell 25-8, 25-5, 25-1.

LeBlond came out of the gates quick and wasted little time putting Trenton in a deep hole. Each game got progressively worse for the Bulldogs and by game three Trenton was done, mustering just one single point in the entire set.

“We had a difficult time getting anything together against LeBlond,” Trenton coach Pam Bowden said. “We know we have some tough opponents that we have to rise to the competition level of.”

Ava Simpson led Trenton, handing out assists on half of Trenton’s 14 points in the

match. She added to her seven assists with two digs. Evy McCullough had four kills and two blocks and Kenzie Yuille and Katie Markell added three and two digs, respectively.

With the loss, Trenton fell to 7-11 overall on the season.

Trenton’s junior varsity fell against LeBlond as well, losing 25-11, 25-19.

Abby Simpson had seven assists for the JV and Ally Yoder finished with six kills.

In the C match, Trenton lost 25-9, 251.

Trenton has two dates left on the schedule before district play begins. The Bulldogs will host St. Joseph Christian on Monday and travel to Savannah on Tuesday. Both matches are scheduled for 5 p.m. first serves.

SPORTS BRIEFS Atup Finishes In A Tie For 30th, TMS Softball Team Goes Out Trenton Golf Season Ends With A Win Over Chillicothe The Trenton High School girls golf season officially came to a close on Monday at the Class 1, District 3 Tournament at the Shirkey Golf Course in Richmond.

Trenton had just one golfer in action in Mari Atup, who carded a 139 to finish in a tie for 30th. The mark wasn’t good enough to send her on to sectionals as the season came to a close for her and her team. Josie Chumbley, Trenton’s only other golfer, missed the tournament due to quarantine.

“Mari ended up in the middle of the pack and I was okay with that,” Trenton coach Travis Mullenix said. “She definitely is very close to getting a lot better and had a good year. She has improved in most aspects of the game from last year and has more confidence on the course.

“It was too bad that Josie wasn’t able to finish the season, but I look forward to getting her back along with some new faces as freshmen and maybe some first-year sophomore and junior girls next year.”

JV Football Team Dealt Loss On The Road In Maysville Trenton’s junior varsity football team was handed a 15-6 loss on the road in Maysville on Monday.

Trenton struck first on a 20-yard touchdown run by Hunter McAtee, but Maysville answered with a pair of scoring runs before halftime to go up by the 15-6 margin. Neither team put the ball in the end zone in the second half as the score held up to the final whistle.

With the loss, Trenton’s JV fell to 1-2-1 on the season. The Bulldogs’ second squad will be at home next Monday, playing host to the Gallatin JV at 6:30 p.m.

The Trenton Middle School softball team scored a 14-3 win over Chillicothe on Monday, closing its season with a victory.

Jena Hunter led Trenton with four runs scored in the victory while Avery Clark and Payton Foster each crossed the plate three times. Trenton also got two runs from Mylee Baker and one run each from Ali Cox and Mirena King.

The Bulldogs also took the B game, topping Chillicothe’s second squad 7-1.

Middle School Volleyball Team Draws Split In Bethany The Trenton Middle School volleyball team was in Bethany on Monday night, taking on South Harrison. Trenton dropped the A game 25-18, 25-20, but picked up a victory earlier in the night, winning the B contest 25-27, 25-20, 25-10.

For the A team, Lexie Miller had a good night serving the ball. Starla Bass and Madison Cannon had strong serving performances in the B team’s victory.

The split with South Harrison concluded the middle school volleyball season.

Maysville Shuts Out Trenton Middle School Football Team The Trenton Middle School football team was shut out for the fourth time in five games this season, falling 14-0 on the road in Maysville on Monday.

The Bulldogs will look to bounce back, closing their season next Monday at home against Gallatin. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m.

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SPORTS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: WEEK 8

DON’T GET PASSED BY Stopping Gallatin Starts With Limiting Passing Game WEEK 8

Gallatin quarterback Brinley Vandiver doesn’t have to do too much to be considered the top passing threat in the Grand River Conference. It is a runfirst league for all league teams, even Gallatin. But it is very possible that Vandiver, who throws the ball anywhere from 20 to 30 times a game, has more pass attempts than all the other quarterbacks in the conference combined.

Add in the basketball team of receivers Vandiver has at his disposal and you get an air raid capable of putting up big numbers. “(Gallatin) runs a lot of flood concepts and (Vandiver) does a pretty good job of reading it,” Trenton coach Kevin Hixson said. “I’ve been impressed with him on film. He’s run the ball a couple of times, too, tucked it and took off. Last year he didn’t do that.”

While Gallatin is certainly capable of running the football, stopping the passing game will be a top priority for Trenton.

The Bulldogs’ secondary has had a decent run in the past two weeks, collecting interceptions against both Polo and Maysville. Even against Milan, Trenton had some crucial pass breakups to force Milan’s high-powered offense off the field at times.

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ROYCE JACKSON gives chase to Gallatin quarterback Brinley Vandiver during Trenton and Gallatin’s 2019 match-up at C.F. Russell Stadium. The two players, and teams, will meet in Trenton again tonight (Friday).

Gallatin’s passing game is out there, though it is a tough one to emulate. In a 48-0 loss to South Harrison, Vandiver completed just one pass all game long and Gallatin netted negative-28 yards offensively.

South Harrison blitzed Vandiver all game, sending constant pressure that led to a multitude of sacks.

Trenton doesn’t have the personnel that South Harrison does up front. But if the Bulldogs try a similar approach, they will need big games from the likes of defensive end Royce Jackson and middle

linebacker Sam Gibson. Jackson harassed Vandiver effectively a year ago despite that game being a 24-0 loss for Trenton.

Gibson, meanwhile, blitzed on numerous plays against Maysville, coming up over the center and racing into the backfield to hit Wolverine fullback Jake Redman. A similar approach with Vandiver could help disrupt his timing. Even if Trenton can’t get the pressure South Harrison did, getting some sort of disruption would have to be a positive sign for the Bulldogs and help out the

secondary immensely.

“This week, it’s going to be the secondary,” Hixson said.

“And, we are going to have to put a pass rush on this kid.

He’s seven yards deep in a shotgun, so it’s going to be tough to get your 260-pound defensive tackles upfield to make him feel some heat. We are going to have to play some games and bring some extra guys. But our secondary has a challenge this week. We’ve got a couple of older guys who haven’t played a whole lot and a couple of young guys, so we will see how prepared we are.”

Trenton can’t forget about Gallatin’s rushing attack, though. In week 2 against East Buchanan, Trenton faced perhaps the best passing quarterback on the schedule in Conner Musser. Musser threw just five passes in that game, though, as East Buchanan tore through Trenton’s front for 232 rushing yards.

Gallatin’s Kevin Meeks and Rodell Sperry have shown to be effective runners this season and both can catch passes out of the backfield as well. Jagger Gray has also given Gallatin some good running performances in spot starts here and there.

Trenton will certainly have its hands full defensively, but last week was an improvement for the struggling unit. To have a shot at a victory in week 8, Trenton will need to continue to progress on that side of the ball.

Trenton and Gallatin kick off from C.F. Russell Stadium at 7 o’clock tonight (Friday).

HOW THEY MATCH UP When Trenton has the ball: Offensively, Trenton will look to expose a Gallatin defense that has yielded 20 or more points to every conference opponent save for Putnam County last week, which netted only eight points against the Bulldogs.

Trenton has become more balanced on the offensive side of the ball in recent weeks. Coleman Griffin, Gabe Novak, Payden McCullough and Sam Gibson are all sharing carries, making it harder to predict who will handle the workload on a weekly basis.

Trenton has also opened up the passing game a little more with Royce Jackson and Quincy Griffin seeing the benefits of that.

The Bulldogs may see Quincy Griffin and Canyon VonBurg starting only on the defensive side of the ball this week due to minor injuries, which could impact how Trenton decides to move the ball.

Keeping pace with Gallatin will be key early if Trenton wants to remain in the game to the end.

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OP/ED

Five Points

by Wendell Lenhart

Be An Informed Voter

In one of the most controversial elections in a long time, voters will go to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 3 to elect a president for the United States and also a governor for the State of Missouri.

In addition to the individual officeholders, Missouri residents will also have the opportunity to vote on two constitutional amendments.

The complete text of both constitutional amendments appears on page 2 and 3 of the second section in today’s newspaper.

In order to be an informed voter, persons should study both issues beWendell Lenhart fore going to the polls on the first Tuesday in November.

Amendment No. 1 is pretty straightforward. There is currently a two-term restriction for both the governor and state treasurer. Should the Missouri constitution be amended to also have that restriction apply to the offices of the lieutenant governor, secretary of state, auditor and attorney general?

If you agree, vote yes.

The other ballot amendment, No. 3, is much more confusing. The fair ballot language from the Missouri Secretary of State’s office states: “A “yes” vote will amend the Missouri Constitution to reduce the limits on campaign contributions that candidates for state senator can accept from individuals or entities by $100 per election. There is no change for candidates for state representative.”

The amendment prohibits state legislators and their employees from accepting a gift of any value (which is currently $5) from paid lobbyists or the lobbyists’ clients.

The amendment modifies the criteria for redrawing legislative districts and changes the process for redrawing state legislative boundaries during redistricting by giving the redistricting responsibility to a bipartisan commission, renames them and increases membership to 20 by adding four commissioners appointed by the governor from nominations by the two major political party’s state committees.

A “no” vote will not amend the constitution regarding campaign contributions, lobbyist gifts and the process and criteria for redistricting.

According to Ballotpedia.org, Amendment 3 was sponsored by our 12th District State Senator, Dan Hegeman from Cosby. A ballot measure committee, Fair Missouri, was registered in support of the amendment and had raised $246,669 is support of the measure.

Clean Missouri is leading the campaign in opposition to the amendment. It was the committee that sponsored Amendment 1, passed by voters in 2018 and is currently the law we have. It has contribution limits of $5 and leaves the redistricting to a non-partisan state demographer. Clean Missouri has raised $1.3 million for this election cycle.

It appears to me that there are both pros and cons with both sides of this issue and it will take some studying by voters to see how they wish to vote.

More information can be found at Ballotpedia.org.

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The Passing Of A Historic Missouri Legislator

by Phill Brooks, Director Missouri Digital News This month, Missouri lost a major leader in designing our state's system for funding public schools.

St. Louis County's Wayne Goode, who died October 3, was one of the most eclectic legislators I've covered.

Although a Democratic liberal, he also was a fiscal hawk which he demonstrated as the House Budget chair and then on the Senate Appropriations Committee.

Guest Editorial A colleague who informed me of Goode's death recounted Goode's objection to rounding numbers because "decimal points matter."

Although conservatives controlled the legislature for many of his years, Goode's fiscal discipline coupled with his liberalism on other issues helped facilitate building budget compromises.

Goode was a true policy wonk, demonstrated in his greatest legislative accomplishment -- the 1977 major rewrite of how the state distributes education funds to more than 500 school districts.

Essentially, Goode's plan reduced the differences among the school districts in per-student spending, but adjusted for cost and tax assessment differences between the districts.

While a simple concept, the School Foundation Formula proposal required an incomprehensible combination of compromises involving rural districts with low property tax collections, suburban districts with huge numbers of students and urban districts with a higher percentage of public-assistance recipients.

The other factors in the formula include adjustment for differences in cost of living, local taxes for education and, of course, average school attendance.

Those are just a few of a much, much longer list of factors in the funding formula.

Goode's approach was one of the most artful and complicated political compromises I've covered.

"A lot of individual changes have been made to cater to certain situations, but the concept behind it is still good," Goode told one of my reporters in 2002 in a candid acknowledgement of the compromises.

The complexity of those factors makes it nearly impossible to understand by just reading the Foundation Formula law.

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

THE IMPORTANCE OF VOTING Our lives have been turned upside down by COVID-19. This pandemic is entering into yet another month, with no end in sight. At the same time, it is important for life to continue. Part of this includes having the ability to participate in next month’s general election. Because of legislation passed during the 2020 legislative session, Missourians have several options when it comes to voting on Election Day. Voting has taken on a new importance during this pandemic.

Usually, Missourians can re-

quest an absentee ballot for one of six reasons: illness; absence from the district on Election Day; service as a poll worker; religious beliefs or practices; incarceration (while still eligible to vote); or having to be in an address confidentiality program. By law, all absentee ballots must be notarized. If someone votes absentee at the courthouse, the clerk will provide the notary service. If a person chooses to submit an absentee ballot by mail, a notary must certify the ballot.

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In fact, when lawmakers have considered subsequent changes in the formula, they often put off a vote until the Education Department produced a computer-generated breakdown of local district winners and losers of the change.

Unfortunately, that approach effectively reduced some legislative debates on school funding to a food fight between local school districts.

Goode was not just a policy wonk, he was obsessed with trying to get his fellow legislators and we reporters to fully understand his school-funding plan.

He held a long briefing session for reporters to explain, in excruciating detail, the components of his bill.

By way of confession, I was frustrated by the length and minutia of that briefing.

But, over the years, my appreciation of Goode's focus on the details grew. It empowered me to better understand the numerous formula changes lawmakers have proposed over the years.

That briefing was a demonstration of Goode's lifelong commitment to education.

He was a leader in establishing the St. Louis campus of the University of Missouri, where his statue now resides. He later served on the University of Missouri Board of Curators.

But Goode was not a single-issue legislator.

He also was a committed environmentalist -- one of the few legislators to be a Sierra Club member along with other environmental organizations.

Goode also was driven in pushing for government reform which he demonstrated in sponsoring the 1988 voter-approved constitutional amendment that eliminated the midnight adjournment of annual legislative sessions that had become booze-laden celebrations.

Under-age Jefferson City teens discovered the celebratory atmosphere was so pervasive that they easily could get alcohol that night at tables outside legislative offices without being "carded" to prove their age.

The constitutional change set the last-night adjournment to 6pm.

It also required the legislature to adopt a budget one week before the frenzy of the final week.

Those two provisions are among the biggest steps I've seen in civilizing the legislative process.

With legislative term limits, I worry that Missouri no longer will benefit from the expertise and perspectives which Wayne Goode developed from 42 years in the General Assembly. sentee ballots.

This year, people may also request an absentee ballot, if they meet certain criteria related to COVID-19. Absentee ballots may be submitted without a notary, if someone is age 65 or older, resides in a long-term care facility, is immunocompromised or has been diagnosed with diabetes, liver disease, a serious heart condition, chronic lung disease or asthma or has chronic kidney disease and undergoing dialysis. A person only needs to meet one of these criteria to submit an absentee ballot without a notary seal.

Absentee ballots may be requested in-person at the county clerk’s office through Monday, Nov. 2; otherwise, a ballot application can be downloaded at www.sos.mo.gov/elections, or by requesting the form through the county clerk’s office by mail, fax or email. Applications for absentee ballots must be received by a person’s local election au-

thority before 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21. Completed absentee ballots may be submitted in-person or by mail, but the ballot must be received by the election authority before 7 p.m. on Election Day. Active duty members of the military (whether stationed overseas or in the United States) and registered Missouri voters living overseas can learn about voter registration and casting their ballot by visiting www.sos.mo.gov/elections/goVoteMissouri/registeroverseas.

Absentee ballots submitted by qualifying military members and overseas voters must be received by election authorities prior to noon on Friday, Nov. 6.

Feel free to call, email or write with your ideas or concerns. My capitol office number is 573-7511415, 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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Earning the Achievement Award for the first quarter of the 2020-21 school year at Rissler Elementary School were, from left, front row, kindergarten students Cody Tarver, Kinsley Gibler, Ana Todd, Aldrich Bonnett and Hudson Koenig; first graders Kymber Pittman, Jacob Ferguson, Tyson Hunter, Elizabeth Harris, and Ayden Reeder; middle row, second graders Avery Gamet, Garrett Griffith, Laithon Shuler and Elijah Shuler; third graders Ella Hawkins, Hayden Belvel and Hayden Thompson; back row, fourth graders Dru Vandevender, Mady Wells, Zeke Kottwitz and Emma Welch. Not pictured is first grader Cadi Clutter, who is included in the Citizenship photo, and third grader Jerielle Stark.

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The United Way of Grundy County has kicked off its 2020-21 campaign with a $413 donation from Hy-Vee Food Store of Trenton. The money was raised during an event on Oct. 9 in which the store donated $1 from every tenderloin sold. Pictured are, from left, United Way board member Cheryl Graham, Hy-Vee Store Director Chad Boyd and United Way board member Tracy Ross. The United Way provides monetary assistance to 10 local organizations. Persons wanting to make a donation can do so at PO Box 146, Trenton, MO 64683.

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Earning the Behavior Award for the first quarter of the 2020-21 school year at Rissler Elementary School were, from left, front row, kindergarten students Sawyer Belvel, Beckett Gamet, Kynlee Corwin, Sydney Baucom, Aaliyah Wilson and Traxton Galvin; first graders Byron Russell, Zang Woldridge, Londynn Gonzalez, and Carsen Brittain; middle row, second graders Mayson Berry, Kindallyn Barnes, Skyler Schlichting and Melodie Whipple; third graders Aoife Graham, Ethan Ishmael, Layla Woodard and Carly Sharp; and back row, fourth graders Sophia Bupp, Jonus Habelitz, Leo Gann and Krystina Hall.

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Earning the Citizenship Award for the first quarter of the 2020-21 school year at Rissler Elementary School were, from left, front row, kindergarten students Gus Anderson, Isabella McClure, Ariana Cox, Beckett Vandel and Cheyenne Newton; first graders Cadi Clutter (achievement award) Clare Spencer, Zoie Ward, Harper Ferguson, Vivian Gott and Greenly Orndorff; middle row, second graders Reece Smith, Reagan Cross, Eli Todd and Wesley Stiles; third graders Sloan Stark, Hudson Swank, Chase Harris and Xylus Rottman; and back row, fourth graders Betsy Price, Alexis Bundridge, Landry Shippen and Hayden Ferguson.

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Trenton Area Calendar of Events SATURDAY Church Women United Thrift Shop, 17th & Harris, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tenth Street Baptist Church: Grief Share Self-Help Group, 4:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery, 6 p.m.

Crowder Park Fall Hike, Equestrian Parking Lot on Dove Lane, noon and 3 p.m.

SUNDAY Crowder Park Fall Hike, Equestrian Parking Lot on Dove Lane, noon and 3 p.m.

Poosey Fall Driving Tour, Poosey Conservation Area (Route W at County Road 504 in Livingston County), noon to 4 p.m.

Trenton Elks Lodge Car Show, Lodge Hall in Downtown Trenton, registration from 8 to 11:30 a.m., public viewing to follow.

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

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.

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

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

Domestic Violence/Anger Management Group, North Central Missouri Mental Health Center, 7 to 9 p.m.

Spickard Coffee Club, Wise Community Center, 8 a.m.

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Help In Setting Up Farm Ownership Succession

by Linda Geist Extension Writer Farm succession planning should not begin when the head of the family dies, says Wesley Tucker, University of Missouri Extension agricultural economist and succession planning coordinator.

Too often, planning starts the day after the funeral, Tucker says. In addition to straining family relationships, this also increases the likelihood that the next generation will fail.

U.S. Small Business Administration data shows that transitions of existing businesses to family members succeed only 30% of the time, compared to 70% for transitions to people outside the family. Third-generation success rates are even more dismal â&#x20AC;&#x201C; about 15%.

USDA data shows that twothirds of U.S. farmland is owned or leased by someone over 55. Control of a third of that land will change hands in the next 10-15 years.

Since 1974, younger people have owned less and less farmland and fewer small businesses, the fabric that holds rural communities together.

This emphasizes the need for succession planning, Tucker says.

Successful transfer of farm ownership and management begins with open communication and good documentation, Tucker says. Tell both on- and off-farm family members how the farm will pass to the next generation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The biggest mistake in succession planning is keeping secrets,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Family members can accept difficult decisions when clear

and open communication exists and they understand the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;whyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; behind the decisions.â&#x20AC;?

Sometimes the older generation holds onto ownership and management of the farm until their deaths or when the next generation is also aged.

This too reduces the chance of future success.

Family members who work on the farm may do so for decades with no clear plan for transfer.

One common pitfall of generational farming is that compensation ties loosely to contributions made by younger family members.

With ambiguous verbal promises such as, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be taken care of when weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gone,â&#x20AC;? younger family members may step into roles without clear assurances of future pay or inheritance.

MU Extension offers free one-on-one succession planning assistance in cooperation with the SBA and Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Small Business Development Centers, an assistance network hosted by colleges, universities, and public and private partners.

MUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s uses these core guidelines when providing assistance with succession planning: 1. Encourage the successor to gain experience and education off-farm. Expose that person to other farms or businesses and memberships in professional groups.

2. Have a trial work period.

At the end, do an honest evaluation of all parties. Keep family and business relationships separate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being flesh and blood does not guarantee success,â&#x20AC;? Tucker says.

3. Begin the path to management and ownership early.

Those who come back to the farm should not sign up for a life of servitude without clear expectations of future rewards.

4. Involve the younger generation in financial decisionmaking. Finances are usually the last part of the business transferred and often does not happen until the day after the funeral, when the checkbook is seen for the first time, Tucker says.

5. Plan for the next generation to become the majority owner and manager. Let the senior family member pass the reins to the next generation and bring in the next generation.

To schedule a free consultation, contact Tucker at tuckerw@missouri.edu or

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HARVEST UNDER WAY With harvestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brisk arrival, farmers are hard at work, collecting the crops and either selling or storing them. The planting and harvesting process is a long one, with farmers having to wait months to remove their crops from the soil.

The process begins in the spring, when farmers plant the desired crops (usually corn or beans in this region) in their fields. Tending to their crops with whatever they may need by using pesticides and irrigation pipes as some examples. The care for these crops is especially crucial for summer, as high temperatures, low moisture and all kinds of wildlife can potentially harm the croppage.

When summer ends, and the crops begin to mature and turn

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by Joe Koenen Ag Business Specialist Saying that 2020 was a unique year has been an understatement. It could very well affect farmers and others into 2021 also. Today I want to discuss one issue that has been gaining more steam and if it should be in your plan.

Since COVID began, direct marketing to producers has become a much bigger issue to farmers and consumers both.

However, while it can work please remember it is not for every producer and there are challenges to make it work for you.

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labor than you have currently?

Are you or someone in your operation interested in doing the people skills related to direct marketing? With our current meat processor backlog, can you get animals into a locker in a timely manner?

Secondly, do you know the regulations and licenses to do direct marketing? Direct processing of meat requires little if you sell by quarters or animals before processed but much more if you are selling by cuts.

Many counties require business licenses and other permits also.

Thirdly, and definitely the most important, do you have a market for your product no matter what it is. There are multiple ways to determine if you could have a reasonable market or not: a) determine how you will sell an animal or crop such as vegetables (by the quarter or

from their vibrant green, to a golden yellow, it is time to harvest the crops. Farmers harvest using a combine in large scale fields, taking the corn and beans from the field to storage. Farmers will sometimes use cover crops such as wheat to protect the soil from the harsh winter conditions. If the field were exposed all throughout winter, it could experience issues such as soil erosion and they allow the soil to retain a lot of the nutrients throughout the season.

In conclusion, the harvesting process is a long one, but each step is extremely crucial for a successful harvest and yield.

Agriculture requires a great deal of patience and hard work and the planting and harvesting process is no exception. pound, etc.) which will affect rules and permits; (b) check with friends or individuals in person, on Facebook, and other ways to see if there would be a sustainable market for your product; (c) Small Business Development Centers have market research data that may help, too. I am certainly not suggesting direct marketing is for everyone but all research since COVID seems to indicate an increase in consumer interest in knowing where his or her food comes from and a consistent supply.

I also want to mention some upcoming programs that are important to our producers. The first one is the Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Income Tax Schools. They are being held on Nov. 17 and Dec. 1 via Zoom and at some locations with a limited in-person attendance. With all the government assistance programs this year and other issues, producers should be knowledgeable about taxes. If you are interested, please contact the office and we can send you a link. Other programs will occur after the first of next year.

If you need help, do not hesitate to call or ask. You can contact me at koenenj@missouri.edu or 660947-2705 or the office in Chillicothe (660-646-0811).

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The only measurable precipitation occurred in the southeast part of the state.

There were 6.5 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending Oct. 11.

Topsoil moisture supply was rated 11 percent very short, 35 percent short and 54 percent adequate. Subsoil moisture supply was rated 7 percent very short, 27 percent short and 66 percent adequate.

Corn mature progressed to 94 percent, compared to the five-year average of 97 percent. Corn harvested for grain was 51 percent complete, compared to the five-year average of 66 percent. Corn condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 16 percent fair, 61 percent good and 17 percent excellent.

Soybeans turning color was 95 percent, compared to the five-year average of 92 percent. Soybeans dropping leaves was 77 percent, compared to the five-year average of 74 percent. Soybean harvest was 22 percent complete, compared to the five-year average of 24 percent. Soybean condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 23 percent fair, 58 percent good and 14 percent excellent.

Cotton harvest was 19 percent complete, compared to the five-year average of 34 percent. Cotton condition was rated 3 percent very poor, 11 percent poor, 41 percent fair, 44 percent good and 1 percent excellent. Rice harvest was 75 percent complete, compared to the five-year average of 85 percent.

Winter wheat planted progressed to 26 percent, compared to the five-year average of 24 percent. Winter wheat emerged was 7 percent, compared to the five-year average of 10 percent.

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Girdner said the school district and community are grateful for the donation, which he noted will make the new fields a reality. Persons wanting to make a donation can do so through the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri at 1006 W. Maartens Drive, St. Joseph, MO 64506. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Princeton Ball Fieldsâ&#x20AC;? should be indicated in the memo line of the donation checks.

In other business, the board discussed upcoming winter events to be held in the school district and is encouraging community members to watch those event livestream on the school district Facebook page.

Princeton R-5 Athletic and Activities Director Scott Ussery will be issuing guidelines for attendance at indoor events, including social distancing, encouraging face coverings and assigned seating sections for home and visiting fans. Administrators will also be developing plans for the upcoming Halloween party and Christmas concert.

Approval was given to the 2020-21 bus routes and the board heard a review of the district special education program. Following an executive session, the board approved the employment of Trish Theiss as the fourth through sixth grade language arts/spelling teacher for the second semester.

The next meeting of the board will be held on Monday, Nov. 9.

Laredo R-7 The Laredo R-7 Board of Education met on Wednesday night, taking action on several items.

According to information provided by Administrator Misty Foster, the board awarded its snow removal bid to Larry Loyd and approved several policy updates. The Title IX policy was given a second reading by the board.

Eighth grade graduation was set for May 10, with the class trip to be held on April 30. It was announced that parentteacher conferences will be held on Oct. 22, while the school Halloween parade is set for Oct. 28.

Updates were given regarding the COVID pandemic,

FEMA projects, technology, building and grounds improvement and transportation. An executive session was held for personnel, legal and student matters, with no announcement made.

The next board meeting will be held on Monday, Nov. 9.

Pleasant View R-6 Discussion was held on several items during a meeting of the Pleasant View R-6 Board of Education on Tuesday night.

According to information provided by Superintendent Rebecca Steinhoff, the board was given an update on the new addition for the sixth through eighth grade classrooms. Several policy updates were adopted with the first reading held on the Title IX policy.

Mrs. Steinhoff reported on two grants received - a $4,000 Access grant from DESE and a $3,200 grant from the Patterson Family Foundation. Several upcoming dates were reviewed, including no school on Oct 16 and an early out for parent-teacher conferences on Nov. 13.

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

The next meeting of the board will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 10.

Newtown-Harris The Newtown-Harris R-3 Board of Education held discussion on several topics at its meeting on Monday night.

The board discussed options for the October parent-teacher conferences. Superintendent Lucas McKinnis said the district will keep its normal meeting procedures at the high school. Elementary school conferences will be scheduled with parents.

Also discussed were implementation concerns with the new virtual class provider, with a meeting scheduled on Oct. 13. Changes to the staff sick day policy, options for repairing the elementary school roof and required board training were discussed. McKinnis said the district is looking at alternatives to Veterans Day celebration activities in an effort to keep veterans safe while also celebrating their sacrifices. An update on COVID funding was also given.

The next meeting of the board will be on Monday, Nov. 9.

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draft on policies regarding sanitary sewer and water service connections to the utility committee for further action.

Convention & Visitors Bureau The Convention and Visitors Bureau Board met on Wednesday, electing officers and setting regular meeting dates.

The board was established following the passage in June of a â&#x20AC;&#x153;bed taxâ&#x20AC;? to be assessed to those staying in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hotel/motel facilities as well as bed and breakfast units, VRBOs and Airbnbs located within the city limits. Collection of the 5 percent tax is scheduled to begin in January, with the newly-renovated Cobblestone Inn and Suites anticipated to re-open for business in November.

Chosen as board president was Cara McClellan while Micah Landes will be the president-elect. The secretary is Megan Taul and Jordan Fergu-

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tutoring to students as well as purchase supplies as needed during the pandemic. He also updated the board on construction projects at the high school/middle school and reiterated policies the district is following in dealing with the pandemic.

In other business, the board: â&#x20AC;˘ approved GEC Foundation grant applications from Adriane Todd ($580 for recess balls and a flying disk for each elementary classroom) and Marcie Stegman ($700 to purchase the Reflex Math program for 20 third grade students). â&#x20AC;˘ approved a BTC Bank grant application from Christy Gibler ($500 for fifth grade reading materials). â&#x20AC;˘ approved an early gradua-

son is the treasurer. Other board members are Megan Pester, Rachel Arnold and Debbie Carman. Councilwoman Cathie Smith is an exofficio board member.

The board set their meetings for noon on the second Wednesday of each month at city hall. However, because of the Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day holiday, the Nov. 11 meeting will be held at NCMC The board reviewed the ordinance establishing the CV&B board and it was decided that before moving forward, members need to develop a list of by-laws as a guide. Mrs. Landes is to get examples of by-laws used in other communities, which will be discussed at the next meeting so development of the local document can begin. Budgeting was also discussed, with members asked to think about what types of projects the board may want to fund. While the city will be collecting the tax funds, decisions on how the money will be spent would be made by the board. tion request from Allen Airey, who will graduate at the conclusion of the fall semester. He will be allowed to participate in prom and graduation ceremonies. â&#x20AC;˘ heard special education/ELL and assessment/testing program evaluations from Tara Hoffman.

Following an executive session, the board approved the resignations of Kayce Terhune as colorguard sponsor and Pam Klaver as a middle school paraprofessional and employed Christy Gibler as colorguard sponsor and Briana Smith and Ashley Rogers as paraprofessionals. Approved as substitutes were Emma Crabb, Christina SpainhourGeorge, Ruby Walker, Jenny Hunter, Wayne Brown, Saedee Jackson and Jayden Roeder.

Commission To Seek 911 Proposals The Grundy County Commission met on Tuesday, agreeing to seek proposals for the new 911 buildout system and approved CARES Act Funding allocations.

Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray said the county has sent out a request for proposals for design and oversight of the buildout of a digital, multicast four-site 911 system. An alternative proposal consisting of an analog simulcast four-site system will also be sought.

The RFP only covers the design and oversight functions.

The actual system cost will be detailed in the design documents. The system would replace existing radio transmission equipment used by law enforcement, fire and EMS personnel.

CARES Act Funding allocations were approved for the Grundy County Senior Tax Board for $1,152.62 for COVID-related expenses and pre-approval was given for $2,800 for HVAC air purifiers to be located at the North 65 Center. Funding for the Laredo R-7 School District was approved in the amount of $6,395.75. Ray and Grundy County Clerk Betty Spickard will attend a virtual meeting on Oct. 14 with BKD Consultants, which is the firm handling the guidance and oversight of CRF funds in Missouri. The meeting will

cover internal controls and review the grant process and funding to sub-recipients.

In other business, Road and Bridge Supervisor Martin Chapman, First District Commissioner Don Sager and Grundy County Emergency Management Director Glen Briggs met with FEMA representatives on Oct. 8 at the Berry Bridge in Myers Township. A draft provided by FEMA shows roughly 1,600 to 1,700 cubic yards of material or 2,300 to 2,500 tons of material to be used on the project. Howe Company will provide a cost estimate for the project and any fees incurred by the company in determining the estimate are considered to be eligible expenses for the project.

The agenda for the Tuesday, Oct. 20 meeting includes a road and bridge report at 8:30 a.m.; an 8:45 a.m. meeting with Grundy County Sheriff Rodney Herring concerning the MOSWIN; a snow removal bid opening at 9 a.m.; an HVAC project pre-bid meeting at 9:15 a.m.; an emergency management report at 9:30; an ambulance department report at 10 a.m.; and CRF allocation funding considerations at 11 a.m. Meetings are held in the commission room, located on the second floor of the county courthouse.

LOCAL GRAIN PRICES Oct. 14 Trenton MFA Soybeans, 9.81 (Oct) 9.81 (Nov 20).

Corn, 3.42 (Oct 20) 3.42 (Nov 20).

Laredo MFA Soybeans, 9.81 (Oct 20) 9.81 (Nov 20).

Corn, 3.42 (Oct 20) 3.42 (Nov 20).

Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/Carrollton (1-800-722-4407) Old Crop - Corn, 3.71; soybeans, 10.16; wheat, 5.87.

New Crop - Corn, 3.63; soybeans, 9.16; wheat, 5.70.

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AREA DEATHS Lois Ann Hansen Lois Ann Hansen, 75, died on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020 at home in Leisure Lake.

A family graveside service will be held later. In honoring Ann’s request, there will be a private lakeside service followed by a celebration of life.

Lois Ann Clark was born on Nov. 29, 1944, in Danbury, IA, the third of four children born to Raymond “Butch” and Martha Schuyler Clark.

She was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith.

Ann graduated from Sac Community High School in 1963. She attended Omaha School of Practical Nursing in Omaha, NE, where she obtained her LPN degree. She later went on to obtain her RN degree from Iowa Central Community College.

Ann was united into marriage to Dale Hansen on Dec. 29, 1968, at Sac City, IA. They made their home in Valley Forge, PA for two years before returning to Sac City, IA. Ann continued her nursing career at Loring Hospital.

Three children were born into this union, Kenzie, Karen and Kelli Jo. Ann and Dale raised their children in Sac City, IA. Ann was very active in the Sac City community, especially in her church and the fine arts. She was also incredibly involved in the costuming of the community productions in both Sac City and Newton.

Dale and Ann fostered several children, many of whom continue to be a part of the family.

In 1993 Dale and Ann moved to Newton. She continued her nursing career at Skiff Medical Center, where she developed a diabetic education program. Ann also followed her love for fine arts and her passion for Christ by serving on several committees at First Christian Church. Ann also served God through several

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mission trips.

In 2012 Dale and Ann purchased their dream home on the lake in Trenton at Leisure Lake. This home is where Ann spent much of her time on the dock honing her fishing skills, reading books on the porch, sewing and playing cards. She continued her community service serving on the association board as an auditor, chair of the shelterhouse committee and served as a member of Ladies on the Lake. Ann also enjoyed weekends filled with preparing new recipes shared with dear friends.

Ann is survived by her husband, Dale; four daughters, Nedra Mahone of Washington, DC, Kenzie (Fred) Alderson of Nevada, IA, Karen Gunderson of Ida Grove, IA and Kelli Jo (Ron) Ouellette of Telford, TN; four grandchildren, Peyton and Aiden Alderson and Ashly and Mason Gunderson; siblings, Bruce (Sue) Clark of Iowa City, IA, Wayne (Janna) Clark of Newton, IA, Jean (Mike) Simpson of Manchester, IA; and many extended family members and friends.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved dog, Rosco.

Memorials can be made to support Bright Futures through the Hodge Presbyterian Church in Trenton.

Vicky Jean Wassenmiller Lloyd Vicky Jean Wassenmiller Lloyd, a 65-year-old resident of The Dalles, OR, died on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at her home. She was a former Osgood resident.

Graveside services were held in Oregon.

Mrs. Lloyd was born on Oct. 25, 1954 in The Dalles, the daughter of Fredrick Jacob and Shirly Ann Reger Wassenmiller. She attended school in The Dalles before relocating with her mother and brothers to Osgood. She graduated in 1972 from Grundy R-5 High School at Galt, then moved to Kansas City, where she

worked at a wire manufacturing plant.

She was married in 1983 in Kansas City to Darrell Lloyd.

The family moved to The Dalles in 1989.

She is survived by her husband, Darrell; daughters, Lisa Dexter, Laura Tedford and Lacey Lloyd; grandchildren, Alvia and Ethan Dexter and Jacob Tedford; and two brothers, Rick Wassenmiller of The Dalles and Fred Wassenmiller of Vancouver, WA. Funeral services were under the direction of Spencer Libby and Powell Funeral Home in The Dalles.

Robert P. Taylor Robert P. Taylor, a 94-yearold resident of Trenton, died at 5:09 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020 at the Missouri Veterans Home in Cameron.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020 at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, north of Trenton.

A family visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday at Resthaven Mortuary at Trenton. An open visitation will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020 at the mortuary.

Mr. Taylor was born on May 29, 1926 at Spickard, the son of Glen and Genevieve Perry Taylor. He graduated from Spickard High School and was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S.

Army. He was also a retired farmer.

He was married on Aug. 30, 1949 in Newton, IA to Norma Lee Robinson, who preceded him in death on Feb. 13, 2010.

Survivors include one daughter, Jo Ann Mudge of Liberty; one son, Charles Taylor of Trenton; three grandchildren, Cady Thygesen and her husband, Ross of Harlan, IA, Kylie Cunningham and her husband, Eric of Trenton and Mason Taylor and his wife, KelLeigh of Greenville, SC; and three great-grandchildren, Mackenzie Cunningham, Hayden Thygesen and Lane Thygesen.

He was preceded in death by his parents and wife.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

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DAILY RECORD Jo Ann McCollom

Jo Ann McCollom, an 87year-old resident of Newtown, died at 7:12 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 12, 2020 at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia.

Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. today (Friday, Oct. 16, 2020) in the Newtown Cemetery at Newtown.

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

Mrs. McCollom was born on Sept. 20, 1933 at Lucerne, the daughter of Leslie and Ethel Evelyn Luse Griffith.

She was a member of the Newtown Christian Church.

She was marred on April 16, 1955 at Lucerne to Garold Dean McCollum, who preceded her death on Dec. 30, 2007 She is survived by her children, Deann Keeher of Macks

Creek, Rodney McCollom and his wife, Julie of Newtown and Janie Coffey and her husband, Randy of Tunas; her twin sister, Mary Ruth Gates of Springfield; eight grandchildren, Lesley, Scott, Ethan, Andrew, Matthew, Jonathan, Whitney and Colton; and 11 great-grandchildren Anthony, Myles, Elayah, Kaelee, Madyson, Logen, Noah, Hudson, Porter, Zoey and Maverick.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Memorials are suggested to either the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or the Alzheimer’s Association.

They may be left at or mailed to the funeral home.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

FUNERALS Dixon Lee “Dick” Lanning Funeral services for Dixon Lee “Dick’ Lanning were held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020 at Shelburne Baptist Church, southwest of Trenton.

Pastor Aaron Stark and Rev. Brad Walker officiated.

Mr. Lanning, an 89-year-old resident of Trenton, died at 8:29 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020 at Wright Memorial Hospital in Trenton.

Special music included “Falling Leaves”, “Daddy’s Hands” and “In the Garden.”

Pallbearers were Gary Lanning, Darrel Lanning, David

Lanning, Larry Lanning, Curtis Lanning, Dean Rice, Dale Leeper and Eric Spears.

Honorary pallbearers were John Rice, Louis Bankson and Claude Eckert.

Burial was in the Shelburne Cemetery, under the direction of the Slater-Neal Funeral Home of Trenton. Military rites were conducted by Joseph L. Norton VFW Post No. 919 of Trenton. Participating were Tony Ralston, Sam Smith, Gary Dolan, Don Altes, Lannie Harkins and Scott Forman.

John Moore Michael Funeral services for John Michael Moore were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 12, 2020 at Resthaven Mortuary of Trenton. Robert Whitham and Rev. Alex Harrison officiated.

Mr. Michael, an 85-year-old Trenton resident, died at 12:53 a.m. on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at Saint Luke’s Hospital East in Lee’s Summit.

Music included “Lead Me Home”, “House of Gold”,

“Amazing Grace” and “Big John.”

Pallbearers were Daniel Michael, David Michael, Alex Long, T.J. Michael, Skyler Daugherty, Joe Michael, Chris Michael and Marty Michael.

Honorary pallbearers were David Rosenburger, Dirk Rosenburger and Brady Frye.

Burial was held in the Maple Grove Cemetery at Trenton.

Two Returned From DOC Two men were arrested on writs at the Missouri Department of Corrections, being returned to Grundy County to face felony charges.

According to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, Robert L. Ellis, a 34-year-old Trenton man, has been returned to face several felony charges in connection with a high-speed chase in Trenton on March 21. Ellis is charged with a class E felony of driving while intoxicated, two class E felony counts of third degree assault, a class D felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid and a class E felony of resisting arrest by fleeing-creating a substantial risk of serious injury or death.

Ellis was the driver of a vehicle that fled from Grundy County Deputy Austin Taul at a high rate of speed in a residential area of Trenton, failing to obey traffic signs. During the incident, Ellis failed to stop at the stop sign at Normal and Ninth streets, and struck a vehicle driven by Bradley Shel-

ton, causing injuries to both Shelton and his passenger, Ashley Donohue. Ellis was found to be in possession of methamphetamine, a controlled substance, and was under the influence of meth at the time of the incident. He has two or more prior felony offenses related to controlled substances and is being charged as a prior offender.

Ellis is in custody on $35,000 cash-only bond.

Also brought to Grundy County from the DOC was Larry W. Peace, a 34-year-old Cameron resident who is charged with third degree assault, a class E felony, and fourth degree assault, a class A misdemeanor. Peace is accused of knowingly causing physical injury to a male party by striking him with a closed fist and causing a cut on his lip and a swollen eye. He is also accused of striking a female and causing her to fall to the ground. Peace is being held on $10,000 cash-only bond.

Both defendants were scheduled to appear in court Oct. 13.

NORTH 65 CENTER MENUS NORTH 65 CENTER Monday-Chicken strips or baked fish, baked potatoes, beets, mandarin oranges and hot roll.

Tuesday-Pork loin, baked sweet potato, succotash, ambrosia fruit salad, Jello cake with whipped topping and hot roll.

Wednesday-Tuna noodle casserole, corn, lima beans, fruit cocktail, pineapple upside down cake and whole wheat bread.

Thursday-Chicken strips or

beef liver and onions, cheesy mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, peaches, chocolate pudding and homemade bread.

Friday-Beef steak with peppers and onions, buttered rice, harvest beets, banana half, cinnamon roll and hot wheat 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.)

CIRCUIT COURT Associate Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Montana R. Akers, Cameron, pleaded guilty to speeding and was fined $200 and $74.50 costs.

Jason L. Boehner, Pollock, pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of an accident, a class A misdemeanor, and was fined $100 and $74.50 costs.

Hailey R. Braden, Fairmount, GA, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license, a class D misdemeanor, and was fined $70.50 and $74.50 costs.

Melissa B. Brill, Galt, pleaded guilty to a class D misdemeanor charge of operating a motor vehicle owned by another knowing the owner had not maintained financial responsibility and was fined $50.50 and $74.50 costs.

She also pleaded guilty to failing to display plates on a motor vehicle or trailer, an infraction, and was fined $50.50 and $74.50 costs.

Tommy J. Brittain, Trenton, pleaded guilty to possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid of 10 grams or less, a class D misdemeanor, and was fined $300, $120.50 costs and $100 to the Law Enforcement Restitution Fund. He also pleaded guilty to not wearing a seat belt and was fined $10.

Cory J. Burchett, Trenton, waived his preliminary hearing and had his case bound over to the Circuit Division on class E felony charges of resisting arrest and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia-amphetamine or methamphetamine and a class D felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid. He was scheduled to appear in court Oct. 15.

Sean C. Clapham, Princeton, waived formal arraignment and pleaded not guilty to two class E felony charges of third degree assault and a class D felony of second degree burglary. He is scheduled to appear in court again on Nov. 10.

Brooklyn T. Clevenger, Purdin, pleaded guilty to not wearing a seat belt and was fined $10.

Alyssa K. Conwell, Trenton, pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated, a class B misdemeanor, and had imposition of her sentence suspended. She was placed on probation for two years and is to pay $100 to LERF, $98 recoupment of funds and $120.50 costs.

Robert L. Ellis, Trenton, waived his preliminary hearing and had his case bound over to the Circuit Division on two class E felony charges of third degree assault, a class E felony of driving while intoxicated-physical injury, a class E felony of resisting arrest and a class D felony of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid. He was scheduled to appear in court Oct. 15.

William T. Hines, Mercer, pleaded guilty to failing to maintain financial responsibility for a vehicle, a class D misdemeanor, and was fined $50.50 and $74.50 costs. He also pleaded guilty to not wearing a seat belt and was fined $10 and pleaded guilty to failing to register a motor vehicle, a class B misdemeanor, and was fined $50.50 and $74.50 costs.

Camry K. Holsted, Trenton, pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated, a class B misdemeanor, and was sentenced to serve 48 hours in the Grundy County Detention Center. She is also to pay a $300 fine, $120.50 costs, $100 to LERF and $59 recoupment to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Jessie L. Ingraham, Trenton, waived his preliminary hearing and had his case bound over to the Circuit Division on a class D felony charge of stealing. He was scheduled to appear in court Oct. 15.

Rose M. Jones, Trenton, pleaded guilty to a spotlight violation, a class A misdemeanor,

and was fined $74.50 and $74.50 costs.

Julie M. Ledford, Polo, waived her preliminary hearing and had her case bound over to the Circuit Division on two class E felony charges of unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia-amphetamine or methamphetamine and two class E felony charges of driving while revoked or suspended. She was scheduled to appear in court Oct. 15.

Justice K. Mathes, Trenton, had her probation revoked on a class C misdemeanor charge of fourth degree assault. She was sentenced to serve seven days in the Grundy County Detention Center. She also pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated, a class B misdemeanor, and was fined $300, $120.50 costs and is to pay $96 recoupment to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Timothy A. Nguyen, Trenton, waived his preliminary hearing and had his case bound over to the Circuit Division on a class D felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid, a class E felony charge of unlawful possession of drug paraphernaliaamphetamine or methamphetamine and a class D misdemeanor charge of driving while revoked or suspended.

He was scheduled to appear in court Oct. 15.

Larry W. Peace, Cameron, waived his preliminary hearing and had his case bound over to the Circuit Division on a class E felony charge of third degree assault and a class A misdemeanor charge of fourth degree assault. He was scheduled to appear in court Oct. 15.

Patrick L. Stephens, Galt, pleaded guilty to not wearing a seat belt and was fined $10.

William A. Stoneburner, Spickard, waived his preliminary hearing and had his case bound over to the Circuit Division on a class E felony charge of operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license (third and subsequent offense) and a class B misdemeanor charge of driving while intoxicated. He was scheduled to appear in court Oct. 15.

Adam L. Stretch, Trenton, pleaded guilty to a class B misdemeanor charge of failing to register a motor vehicle and was fined $50.50 and $74.50 costs.

Those who failed to appear in court and had warrants issued for their arrest include Leonard Arzola, Jr., Lincoln, NE, on charges of driving while intoxicated-persistent offender, possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia-prior drug offense; Katelan M. Chase, Chillicothe, a class D misdemeanor charge of permitting another to operate a vehicle without financial responsibility and not wearing a seat belt; William E. Grimes IV, Trenton, a class A misdemeanor charge of violation of an order of protection for an adult; Brandy A. Knapp, Trenton, on a class C misdemeanor charge of speeding; Mark T. Ledbetter, Trenton, on a class A misdemeanor charge of fourth degree domestic assault; Tierra D. Nunn, Brookfield, not wearing a seat belt; Jesus O. Quintana, Bonner Springs, KS, on a class C misdemeanor charge of speeding; James R. Shrader, Pleasant Hill, IA, on a class C misdemeanor charge of speeding; and David A. Wilson, Trenton, six class A misdemeanor counts of passing bad checks.

MARRIAGE DISSOLUTION Petition Filed Boyd Adam Harrison vs. Julie Ann Cox. REAL ESTATE Joseph Paul Sandman and wife to Carolyn K. Sandman, Trustee.

Debora Hanes to Vanessa Jo Smith and others.

Joyce Eads co-trustee and others to Christopher Hanes (two transactions).

Spickard Aldermen Hold Meeting The Spickard Board of Aldermen met on Monday night, Oct. 12 at city hall.

According to minutes provided by City Clerk Amy Chapman, the board agreed to drop a lien the city had on the former Michael Washburn property. The new owners will be responsible for capping the sewer line.

Members unanimously ap-

proved an ordinance setting new sewer rates involving charges for sewer connectionss. The new rates would go into effect with the December billing. sIt was also decided to place a larger impeller on the city sewer pump to address a pressure problem.

The next meeting was set for 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9.

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Tdtf ------------------------------------------S&B Hinnen Hauling & Construction, L.L.C. Rock • Sand • Dirt Asphalt • Grain Ag Lime Hauling & Spreading Variable Rate Capability Demolition Debris & Excavation Services Shaunda - 660-973-4445 Brian - 660-973-2983 90 Mansur Street Chula, MO 64635 sbhinnenhauling@yahoo.com FOct6-Nov27* ------------------------------------------Non-Warranty Satellite Service on Dish, Direct TV, FTA and can do installations on the new ORBY satellite systems.

Call or text 660-953-0215. Jim's Satellite FSep18-Oct16 ------------------------------------------AKC Recycling - Buying copper, brass, aluminum, etc....

Also doing... Auto Repair. Call Alec: 660-654-0163 1209 NE 10th Ave., Spickard, MO. FSep18-Oct16 ------------------------------------------ADKINS MOBILE WELDING, LLC 24 hour Service Insured • Experienced 660-322-0277 adkinsweldingllc@gmail.com TSep29-Oct23 ------------------------------------------Rob's Cycle Parts * Sales * Service Rob & Tricia Bozarth, Sales #1 Polaris Drive, Pattonsburg, MO 64670 660-367-4407 888-669-5765 www.robscycle.com FOct6-30 ------------------------------------------We are your STIHL Dealer See us for Sales & Service on all STIHL Products GRUNDY COUNTY LUMBER COMPANY 1020 Oklahoma Ave, Trenton, MO 660-359-2070 • No. 1 Quality • Fast & Courteous Service • Everyday Competitive Prices FJan1 -------------------------------------------

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Turning 65 This Year? Call Larry Bunnell at 359-7467 or 359-4700 for your insurance quotes on Medicare Supplements, Nursing Home, Major Medical, Life & Group Health plans. 1600 East 9th Street, Trenton.

Tdtf ------------------------------------------HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-289-1935 Or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different" Tdtf ------------------------------------------See me for quotes on *Life Insurance *Guaranteed Life Insurance *Annuities *IRAs *Medicare Supplements RON DOUGAN 903 Main St., Trenton, MO 660-359-0100 52 years in the Insurance Business Tdtf ------------------------------------------Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-359-4100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield.

We’re your shelter. ShelterInsurance.com Tdtf ------------------------------------------Resolute Advantage Insurance Co. Services we provide with care: * Medicare Supplement Plans * Medicare Advantage Plans * Prescription Drug Plans * Home Healthcare Plans * Hospital Indemnity Plans * Cancer Insurance * Dental, Vision & Hearing Plans * Life insurance and Investments & Annuities Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm 1039 Oklahoma Ave. Trenton, MO 64683 danielle@resolute.advantage.net Office: 660-358-7788 Cell: 660-654-3077 TDec11 -------------------------------------------

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Pest-A-Cator & Pest-A-Cator Plus electric insect & rodent repeller. No chemicals, just plug it in. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 359-3660.

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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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CALL MELISSA For Results That Move You!

MELISSA PURKAPILE 359-1101

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

CALL MIKE Farms, Homes and Commercial

Mike Johnson 359-7749

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PICK GREG For All Your Real Estate Needs!

GREG FREEMAN 358-4003

PickGreg.com dtf ----------------------------------------Home for sale by owners 904 E. Main, Princeton, MO. 5 bedroom, 2 bath, open stairway, electric heat, large back yard. $35,000. Call 660-339-7354 evenings.

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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.

FSep22-Oct16 ------------------------------------------*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 FOct6-30 ------------------------------------------Levi Wollenzien Trucking, LLC Custom ag lime application Rock, sand, gravel and lime delivery Call Levi at 660-342-1160 FSep18-Oct16 ------------------------------------------RED BARN CATTLE Call or Text 660-654-2375 * Homeraised beef with no growth hormones! * Ready for you in individual cuts. * Can deliver!

Find us on Facebook @ Red Barn Cattle FSep29-Oct23 ------------------------------------------Small, square bales of straw $5. Big bales of straw $40. 660748-3012 after 7 p.m. C312d16* -------------------------------------------

PETS/ANIMALS

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

NOTICES

The Republican-Times business office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Monday thru Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday.

The office is closed on Sat.

Republican-Times 122 E. 8th St. 359-2212 Fax: 660-359-4414 ------------------------------------------REPUBLICAN-TIMES CHARGES Standard obituaries written by the newspaper are not charged.

Photo with obituary $25 Obituary written as requested starts at $35 Obituary written as requested with photo starts at $50 Photos with standard engagement announcement $25 Photo w/anniversary $25 ea Standard wedding with photo submitted within the 3-month deadline $25 Weddings written as requested starts at $50 Weddings submitted over 3 months starts at $50 Wedding picture & cutline submitted over 3 months $25 ------------------------------------------THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP, 1736 East 9th • 359-3313. Premium Diesel, Gas, 10% Ethanol – CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE – Dean, Hankook, Cooper tires.

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Accepting bids for snow and ice removal for Trenton Village Apartments. Must have proof of liability insurance. Please send bid to sgsmith@chm-inc.org or fax to 816-233-2580.

T407d3 ------------------------------------------NOTICE The Grundy County Commission is seeking bids for snow removal and ice melt application at the Courthouse and Old Jail entrances and sidewalks (plus surrounding outer sidewalks), and sidewalks, entrances (sally port, lower level lot, vender entrances included) and parking spaces at the Law Enforcement Center for the winter season of 2020-2021.

Bids should list the cost per snow removal occurrence per location.

Please also include the cost of applying snow melt only, for instances where no snow removal is necessary, and a list of equipment to be used for snow removal. Bids will be accepted until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at the County Clerk's office 700 Main, Trenton, MO 64683; (660) 359-4040 x4. Bid sheets can be picked up in the County Clerk Office. The County Commission reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or any portion thereof.

Phillip Ray Presiding Commissioner G410d16 ------------------------------------------BID NOTICE The Grundy County Commission will be holding a mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting for HVAC systems to be installed in the third floor courthouse. Pre-Bid Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 9:15 a.m. with specs available day of meeting.

Opening of bids will be held on Tuesday, November 10th at 9:00 a.m.

G411d16 ------------------------------------------STUCKER CEMETERY ASSOCIATION Annual Meeting Sunday, October 18, 2020 6:00 pm at the Cemetery Anita Osborn, Sec./Treas.

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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.

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Wanting to buy standing timber. All trees considered. Call 660-605-1699. FSep18-Oct16* -------------------------------------------

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REPUBLICAN-TIMES www.republican-times.com tf ------------------------------------------Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlautosupply.com T470dtf -------------------------------------------

RUMMAGE SALES

3 Family Garage Sale, Kumler St. (across from Adams Park Apts.), Saturday, Oct. 17, 8 a.m.

- ? Clothing, furniture and miscellaneous. Eads-Coon-Hill E263d16* ------------------------------------------MOVING SALE Friday & Saturday, Oct. 16 & 17, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. 1028 Lake Manor Drive.

Kids clothes, baby gate, railroad, antiques, china from 1904 Worlds Fair, men's jeans, coats, Coke items, antique furniture, Christmas items, tools, tricycles, kids outdoor toys, pickup tool box, ball bats, shop vacs, many household items, kids wagon, silver coins, nice couch, 32" TV, golf clubs, much more. Don't miss this one.

M302d16* ------------------------------------------Garage & Antique Sale - 2133 Sportsman Rd., Saturday, October 17, 8 a.m. - ? Christmas decorations, decor, furniture, odd & ends craft lumber.

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HELP WANTED

Truck Drivers Wanted. Must have good driving record, parttime/full-time. 660-654-2207 FOct30 ------------------------------------------Licensed Practical Nurse Nestlé Professional, Trenton, Missouri, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Safety Health & Environmental Team.

Occupational Health and Factory experience is preferred. Please send resumé and cover letter to LeeAnn.Searcy@us.nestle.com. The Nestlé Companies are equal employment and affirmative action employers and looking for diversity in qualified candidates for employment.

FOct6-30 ------------------------------------------The Grundy County Commission is accepting applications for a full-time Road & Bridge Department employee. Prefer someone with welding skill, Class B CDL, and experience operating construction equipment and trucks.

Salary paid according to skills.

Applications are available at the county clerk's office and will be accepted until the position is filled. Grundy County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Phillip Ray Presiding Commissioner G409d16 ------------------------------------------Full-time deputy sheriff; must be POST certified. Full-time male and female detention officers.

Applications available at Sheriff's Office or call 660-359-2828 for more information.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is given the 16th day of October 2020 that the Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 2, 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 variance on the maximum height requirement of 20 feet for a Class C Type 3 sign to allow for a 40-foot sign to be put on the northeast corner of property located at 1840 East 28th Street.

Mrs. Jean Peace, Chairman Mr. Michael Ormsby, Secretary dOct16 ------------------------------------------NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is given the 16th day of October 2020 that the Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 2, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1100 Main Street, for purpose of hearing a request from the Trenton Church

of the Nazarene for a 60-squarefoot variance on the maximum area of 720 square feet for an accessory structure and 3 1/2foot height variance on the required 17-foot maximum height requirement for an accessory structure to allow for a building to be constructed on property located at 2102 Chicago Street.

Mrs. Jean Peace, Chairman Mr. Michael Ormsby, Secretary dOct16 ------------------------------------------NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is given the 16th day of October 2020 that the Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 2, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1100 Main Street, for purpose of hearing a request from Jose Barron for a 15-foot variance on the required 25-foot front yard setback and a 13-foot variance on the required 15-foot side yard setback next to a street to allow for an 18' x 36' accessory structure to be built on property located at 200 Harris Avenue.

Mrs. Jean Peace, Chairman Mr. Michael Ormsby, Secretary dOct16 ------------------------------------------NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S SALE For default in payment of the debt and performance of the obligations secured by deed of trust executed by Colby Roland Epperson, spouse of Heather A. Epperson, and Heather A. Ep-

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person, spouse of Colby Roland Epperson, dated February 13, 2015, recorded in Book 635, at Page 75, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds for Grundy County, Missouri, at Trenton, the undersigned Substitute Trustee, duly appointed by written appointment recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds for Grundy County, Missouri in Book 673 at Page 566, will at the request of the holder of said debt, on Monday, November 9, 2020, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., particularly at 2:00 p.m., at the west front door of the County Courthouse in

Grundy County, Missouri, at Trenton, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the real property described in deed of trust, to-wit: The North Half of the Northeast Quarter (N ½ NE Ÿ) Section Thirty (30), Township Sixty-one (61), Range Twenty-two (22) EXCEPT 33 1/3 acres off the West side thereof, Grundy County, Missouri; to satisfy said debt and costs. /s/ Robert Cowherd Substitute Trustee dOct16,23,30,Nov6 ------------------------------------------

PUBLIC NOTICE All responsible public agencies are required to locate, evaluate, and identify children with disabilities who are under the jurisdiction of the agency, regardless of the severity of the disability, including children attending private schools, children who live outside the district but are attending a private school within the district, highly mobile children, such as migrant and homeless children, children who are wards of the state, and children who are suspected of having a disability and in need of special education even though they are advancing from grade to grade. The Tri-County R-VII School District assures that it will provide a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) to all eligible children with disabilities between the ages of 3 and 21 under its jurisdiction. Disabilities include autism, deaf/blindness, emotional disorders, hearing impairment and deafness, intellectual disability, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, other health impairments, specific learning disabilities, speech or language impairment, traumatic brain injury, visual impairment/blindness and young child with a developmental delay.

The Tri-County R-VII School District assures that it will provide information and referral services necessary to assist the State in the implementation of early intervention services for infants and toddlers eligible for the Missouri First Steps program.

The Tri-County R-VII School District assures that personally identifiable information collected, used, or maintained by the agency for the purposes of identification, evaluation, placement or provision of FAPE of children with disabilities may be inspected and/or reviewed by their parents/guardians. Parents/guardians may request amendment to the educational record if the parent/guardian believes the record is inaccurate, misleading, or violates the privacy or other rights of their child. Parents have the right to file complaints with the U.S. Department of Education or the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education concerning alleged failures by the district to meet the requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

The Tri-County R-VII School District has developed a Local Compliance Plan for the implementation of State Regulations for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This plan contains the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s policies and procedures regarding storage, disclosure to third parties, retention and destruction of personally identifiable information and the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assurances that services are provided in compliance with the General Education Provision Act (GEPA). This plan may be reviewed at Tri-County R-VII School District in the Superintendentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office during regular school hours or by appointment.

This notice will be provided in native languages as appropriate. dOct16,23

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THE Daily Commuter Puzzle by Jacqueline E. Mathews ACROSS 1 NFL official 4 __ crow flies; in a straight line 9 Bathtub ring, e.g.

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ingredient 47 Tyra Banks or Cindy Crawford 48 Greek goddess of wisdom 51 Rage 52 Commotion 55 Televise 58 Lucifer 60 Tall and skinny 61 Sentry’s cry 62 Fraternity letter 63 Watches 64 Utters 65 As strong __ ox

Dear Annie: After years of fiscal discipline, my wife and I have paid off our mortgage. We contemplated having a mortgage-burning party to celebrate but were advised this would be in poor taste and akin to bragging. While we are justifiably proud, we don't wish to offend anyone. What is your opinion?

-- Paid in Full Dear Paid: I would advise against hosting a mortgageburning party even if we weren't in the middle of a pandemic and an economic downturn in which 30% of Americans have missed housing payments and an estimated 30 million to 40 million renters are on the brink of eviction. But the current climate does put a fine point on it. By all means, celebrate what is indeed a major life accomplishment, but keep it to a party of two.

Dear Annie: I wanted to share a solution I've found for sleeplessness. For the last two years, I could not get a good night's sleep. Doctors offered pills and artificial hormones, but I did not want to go that route. By chance, I read director David Lynch's memoir, "Room to Dream," where he credits

Transcendental Meditation with improving his mood, energy and creativity. I thought that maybe TM could help my sleep.

I found a TM instructor on a beautiful horse farm. The training is 90 minutes of one-on-one instruction, followed by additional instruction for about 90 minutes a day for three days. I believe most of the instruction is taking place virtually right now due to the pandemic. In my case, the initial 90-minute session was in person and the rest were on Zoom.

After seven days of practicing for 20 minutes, twice a day, I was sleeping eight to nine hours a night, only waking once a night.

I am so grateful. TM is not a religion; I still attend my church and have not changed my faith.

The fees are scaled to income.

To learn more, go to TM.org or read NIH Psychiatrist Norman Rosenthal's book "Transcendence," for research on TM for depression, addiction, anxiety, PTSD and even high blood pressure. -- Sleeping Much Better in Memphis Dear Sleeping: I know several people who have greatly reduced anxiety and improved

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Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators.com.

To find out more about Annie Lane, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

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their moods overall through the practice of Transcendental Meditation. I had not heard of it for sleeplessness, but that makes sense. Thanks for writing.

Dear Annie: To the letter from "At a Loss with the Lovable Lush" regarding the brother-in-law who drinks too much, you responded by starting with suggesting talking to his wife. I've been in Al-Anon for over 30 years. This guy is an adult and is responsible for his own behavior. Talking to his wife makes her feel responsible for his behavior. She doesn't need that! His offensive behavior should be directly addressed with him and not when he has been drinking. Families of problem drinkers are suffering and do not need to be put in an impossible situation. The wife had no control of her husband's behavior and should not be expected to do something about it.

-- Rose S. Dear Rose: Thank you for this astute and important point.

I was too preoccupied with the complex interpersonal dynamics of this situation that I overlooked the simple solution.

After reconsidering, I agree that it would be better for the letter writer to talk directly to his brother-in-law (when he is sober), rather than talking with other family members around the issue. I appreciate your letter.

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The viral pandemic that’s killed more than 1 million people worldwide also threatens to reverse years of gains in the global fight against poverty.

The impact of COVID-19 could be “substantial,” potentially pushing an additional 88 million people into extreme poverty in 2020, according to the World Bank. The organization defines extreme poverty as anyone living on less than $1.90 per day.

The global poverty rate has been declining since

2015 and was expected to continue to improve through next year. The goal of lowering extreme poverty below 3% by 2030 is now beyond reach without swift and significant policy action, the World Bank says.

The new poor are likely to be more urban and educated, more engaged in informal services and manufacturing and less in agriculture, the World Bank said. Middle income countries, such as India and Nigeria, could account for 75% of the new poor.

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The Daily Commuter Puzzle is Sponsored by Sunnyview Nursing Home and Apartments, 1311 E. 28th St., Trenton, MO 660-359-5647

World Bank is forecasting a reversal of gains in the fight against extreme global poverty as COVID-19 shutters businesses and throws more people into unemployment.

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