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Council Approves New Metering System TMU Hopes To Have New Infrastructure Up And Running By Aug. 1

A new advanced metering infrastructure system that was approved by the Trenton City Council during a meeting Monday evening will update the city’s metering

system from one that is becoming obsolete. On the recommendation of the city’s utility committee, which had met last week, the council approved a bid of $402,620 from Tantalus for the Anixter advanced metering infrastructure system. One of the advantages of the Anixter system versus others considered is that the city will be able to use the vast majority of its existing water meters. The current “drive-by” system is becoming obsolete, with support for it ending at the end of the year. City Administrator Ron Urton ex-

Board Won’t Release Old Lakeview Motel

The Trenton Building and Nuisance Board met Monday evening, agreeing to not release the property that housed the old Lakeview Motel and moving another property to declaration of nuisance. According to Trenton City Clerk Cindy Simpson, the council voted to not release the property at 3307 E. 10th St., owned by Jang J. Lee. Mrs. Simpson said the property, which is where Lakeview Motel was located, still has some issues that need to be addressed. The board did release property at 3400 Serendipity, owned by Albert and Meletta Hines. The property is being sold and the new owner will be required to pay a fee. The board moved the property at 401 Monroe St., owned by George and Paula Ellis, to declaration of nuisance and will keep the property at 604 Linn St., owned by Duane Lahn, in that category for another month. Property at 1000 Rural St., owned by Smartbeltz LLC, was left at “Findings of Fact” and a new roof is being put on the structure this week. It was noted that the property at 1117 Main St., owned by John Woodland, is in court. Trenton Police Chief Rex Ross said there are currently 21 nuisance cases in the municipal court system. The board is scheduled to meet again March 8.

City Meetings Scheduled

Two Trenton city committees will hold meetings on Monday afternoon. The Park Board facilities committee will meet at 4 p.m. Monday, March 1 at the park office to review park facilities. The finance committee of the Trenton City Council will also meet at 4 p.m., with the meeting to be held at city hall. The only item on the agenda is continued discussion of the 2021-22 budget. The public will not be allowed to physically attend the meeting, but it can be accessed on Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86912865602.

Hoffman On CBHE

Trenton resident Phillip Hoffman has been appointed by Missouri Gov. Mike Parson to serve on the Coordinating Board for Higher Education. Hoffman began working for his family’s agriculture input supply business, Hoffman and Reed, in 1976. In 2014, the business was acquired by GFG Agriservices, LLC. He and his brother, Chris, were retained to manage the business until his retirement in 2017 and are now partners in their family’s cow-calf operation in Trenton. Hoffman is active within the Trenton community as a member of the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce, Trenton Downtown Improvement Association, North Central Missouri Fair Board and the University of Missouri Thompson Farm Advisory Board. He has also been a member of the University of Missouri Agriculture Leaders of Tomorrow (ALOT) and served on the Missouri Agribusiness Association (MO-AG) board. Hoffman holds a Bachelor of Science in agronomy from the University of Missouri-Columbia. The nine-member CBHE oversees the state’s public higher education institutions and members serve six-year terms.

Engineer Fees Discussed For Thompson River Bank

Additional details of how the county and a local development group will move forward to solve an erosion issue west of Trenton were addressed during a Tuesday meeting of the Grundy County

Commission. Grundy County Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray said the county commission met with Chris Hoffman and Jackie Soptic of the Grundy County Industrial Development Corporation to discuss how to proceed with an agreement reached last week for the IDC to cover the cost of engineering services that will allow the county to determine the true cost of stabilizing the northwest bank of the Thomp[See RIVER, Page 3]

Vaccine Distribution Discussed With Commissioners

The Grundy County Commission re-appointed Grundy County Health Department Administrator Elizabeth Gibson as the county health officer during its meeting Tuesday morning. The annual appointment is required by Missouri state statute, which states that the director of the public health

STAR AREA FARMER Trenton FFA member Kidridge Griffin was recently named the Star Area Farmer at the Area 2 Proficiency Contest and also earned first place in Beef Production-Entrepreneurship. Other chapter members were also in action at the contest. AGRICULTURE, PAGE 3

center shall be appointed as the county health director. Ms. Gibson answered questions posed by the commission this morning, including why a mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic has not been held in Grundy County. Ms. Gibson said the State Emergency Management Agency is selecting the sites in each region. Grundy County is in Region H and any resident of Grundy County who is eligible (through age, health status, etc.) can get a vaccine at the regional clinics. She said Grundy County has 4 percent of the state’s population and receives 4 percent of the vac-

cine. She told commissioners that the county does receive some vaccine to be given locally to county residents, but noted, for instance, that the health department recently received 100 doses, with 400 people on the waiting list. GCHD staff is helping with regional vaccines in the area and conducting second dose clinics at the local health department. Ms. Gibson said that she expects that Grundy County will eventually get a mass vaccination clinic. In the meantime, Mrs. Gibson said she has received confirmation of vaccine shipments for next week and staff will continue contacting

residents from the wait list, however appointments will be available for individuals in the open tiers. Persons may call 359-4196 to schedule an appointment. As of Thursday morning, Mrs. Gibson reported that there are only four active COVID-19 cases in Grundy County, up only one from Monday, with 815 confirmed cases and 241 probable cases recorded since last March, for a total of 1,056 since the pandemic began. Grundy County has recorded 40 COVID-related deaths.

NCMC Board Tackles Personnel Matters Cross And Richman Resign From Their Positions With The School

Personnel matters topped the list of action items at a Tuesday evening meeting of the North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees. Board members accepted the resignation of Kristie Cross, director of admissions and marketing. Mrs. Cross, who has been with the college for 5 1/2 years, is relocating from the area. Her last day on campus will be March 19. Also submitting his letterof retirement was Steve Richman, who has been with the college for 21 years, most recently serving as athletic director and women’s softball coach. His last day with the college will be June 30. With the resignations of Mrs. Cross and Richman, the board approved revised job descriptions for their positions as well as

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE Mostly sunny skies will hover over Trenton this weekend with highs of 57 on Saturday and 47 on Sunday. Monday features temperatures back in the 50’s. The high in Trenton on Monday was 51 with temperatures reaching 60 on Tuesday and 48 on Wednesday. Wednesday’s low was 31. The high at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 44 on Wednesday while the low sat at 23.

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plained that the industry as a whole is moving toward the AMI systems. Several surrounding communities, including Chillicothe, Gallatin, Bethany and Cameron are going to this type of system. Among the advantages discussed concerning the system is the ability to pinpoint the exact location of an outage. With the new system, the outage would show up on a computer screen and crews could go directly to the cause, as opposed to the way it is now, where the utility departments take the calls from a general area and determine where the exact issue might be. Urton also said the system would have the ability to alert a water customer if, for instance, they are using a large amount of water at a time when they normally do not use that much. The homeowner could then check for a leak or broken pipe, etc. The system can also alert Trenton Municipal Utilities if an electric or water meter has been tampered with. Trenton Municipal Utilities Comptroller Rosetta Marsh praised the system and said it is hoped that it will be up and running by Aug. 1. The council adopted the Grundy County Hazard Mitigation Plan, which will allow the city to be eligible for federal disaster assistance, if needed. The group tabled an ordinance accepting the right-of-

for a new nursing faculty position for the Maryville program. Advertising for those positions, as well as for a part-time mental health counselor, will begin immediately. A third employee, Kevin Hutchison, also submitted his resignation, effective Feb. 26. He worked in the maintenance department. Several instructors were approved for tenure status, including Jeffrey Grell, physical science instructor; Lindsay Oram, psychology instructor; and December Noel Staddie, early childhood development instructor. Administrative reports were given, with NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver giving an update on the construction of the two new residence halls and discussing ideas for use of the CARES Act funding that the college will receive. Among the ideas are funding of the mental health counselor position, a transportation possibility, HVAC filtering and additional IT upgrades. Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Tristan Londre discussed a program being implemented by library employee Ronna Owens and English instructor Linda

Cowling designed to give students more individualized reading opportunities. He also updated the board on the Higher Learning Commission Comprehensive visit, which will be held in September. Dr. Kristen Alley, vice president of student affairs, reported that the college has received its Military Friendly designation again and announced that Alyssa Olson of Cainsville has been named the recipient of the Newman Civic Fellowship. She also updated the board on the upcoming Homecoming events, including the recognition of the Family of the Year. She announced that there are currently no students with active COVID-19 cases and none who are isolated or quarantined on campus. She said $353,600 in COVID funding was distributed to students. Green Hills Head Start directors Janet Gott and Susan Ewigman reported that there has only been one child quarantined in the past two or three weeks and noted that the Unionville site was closed part of last week due to the school district being asked to conserve energy during the cold temperatures. They also reported there [See NCMC, Page 3]

CLOSING TIME... The 2020-2021 basketball season came to a close this week for the Trenton High School basketball teams. Trenton’s squads were defeated by South Harrison in the opening round of the Class 3, District 16 Tournament. SPORTS, PAGE 2

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Bulldogs’ Season Ends In Bethany Size Disadvantage Looms Large Once Again SO. HARRISON 69 TRENTON BOYS 33

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REBECCA URICH dribbles into a South Harrison defender during Trenton’s 51-48 overtime loss to South Harrison on Tuesday. The loss, coming in the opening round of the Class 3, District 16 Tournament, ended Trenton’s season.

Trenton Girls Fight Back Multiple Times, But Fall In Overtime Bulldogs Bounced In First Round Of District Play, Putting An End To Campaign SOUTH HARRISON GIRLS 51 TRENTON GIRLS 48 - OT

From the onset of Tuesday’s Class 3, District 16 Tournament game, the Trenton High School girls basketball team found itself chasing. Visiting South Harrison, the tournament’s fifth seed, led fourth-seeded Trenton 8-0 almost immediately. Trenton would dig itself in and out of trouble all night in a game they would eventually lose 51-48 in overtime. After starting flat, Trenton saw its deficit grow to 17-6 midway through the second quarter before clawing back to within six points by halftime. The Bulldogs were within two points entering the fourth quarter, trailing just 31-29, but

again found trouble and were in a sixpoint hole with just two minutes to go in regulation. But Trenton’s final push yielded results and the game was tied at 39-39 at the end of regulation. That prolonged the Bulldogs’ season, but only by four minutes as South Harrison slipped ahead in the bonus period, putting Trenton away by the 51-48 final. “I’m so proud of these girls,” Trenton coach Kameron Cool said following his team’s exit. “This game was all but over multiple times and they refused to quit. They showed so much character, like they have all season. I love this group and am excited to have them back again next year.” Trenton’s young team closed the year with a 7-16 record, but as Cool pointed out, the group was devoid of senior players, meaning the same core unit will be back for another run next season with an

added year of experience behind them. Chandler Lynch had 12 points, eight steals and five assists in the loss and Teya Cooksey finished with 12 points as well. Madi Moore recorded a double-double with 11 points and 16 rebounds and Mallory Sole finished with seven points. Trenton also got three points each from Rebecca Urich and Gracyn Rongey to round out the team’s total. It was the third meeting of the season between Trenton and South Harrison. The Purple and White Bulldogs took the Grand River Conference match-up in December 35-25 in a game in which Trenton had just five players available due to quarantines. The two schools met again at the Hamilton Tournament in January with Trenton picking up a 40-36 victory. South Harrison was rewarded for its victory over Trenton on Tuesday with a trip to top-seeded Milan on Thursday night for the district semifinals.

South Harrison’s Luke Karns received a pass near the basket, turned his 6-5, 290pound frame toward the hoop and banked in a bucket with relative ease. The Trenton High School boys basketball team simply didn’t have the size to measure up to South Harrison’s big man. The night - and Trenton’s season - ended with a 69-33 loss in the opening round of the Class 3, District 16 Tournament in Bethany. Karns and the South Harrison contingent controlling the paint on both ends of the court was hardly a surprise for a Trenton team that has struggled with interior mismatches since their own big man, Royce Jackson, went down with a season-ending knee injury in December. Trenton had two wins when Jackson was lost. The Bulldogs would get just one more in the 15 games they played the rest of the way. “The injury to Royce early in the season changed the look and makeup of our team,” Trenton coach Corbin Coe said. “This made us have to change some of our identity on the fly. I hate that this season had to end the way that it did.” But like it or not, Trenton couldn’t keep South Harrison from exploiting it’s biggest weakness and as tough as it was to keep their hosts from getting points in the paint, scoring inside was an equally tall task at the other end. On a night when Trenton connected on just two threepointers, getting points of any

kind became even more difficult. In the second quarter, Chase Otto began to drive to the hoop, though, and, while he couldn’t get points, he got the next best thing - trips to the free-throw line. Otto hit 6-of9 free throw attempts in the frame, lifting Trenton to its highest scoring quarter of the night. That kept Trenton in the game and at the break the deficit was a challenging, but not insurmountable, 14 points. But in the second half, free throw opportunities dried up and the Bulldogs scored just six points in both the third and fourth quarters. South Harrison pulled away from there, winning by 36 points. Otto finished with 23 points, scoring all but 10 of the Bulldogs’ final tally. Brycin Loyd and Dylan Spencer each had four points and Preston Harris rounded out the total with two. With the loss, Trenton closed its season, its second under Coe, with a 3-18 overall record. The Bulldogs were 421 last year. “This was a challenging year for many reasons COVID, quarantines, injuries, schedule changes, et cetera,” Coe said. “This led to an up and down year overall. Very rarely did we have a full squad for a game. But there were bright spots for us this season and the first and foremost is that we were able to complete a full basketball season in the midst of a world-wide pandemic. That is awesome since so many other schools and even states were not allowed to participate in basketball this season. Experience was gained for many younger players moving forward. I’m very proud of the six seniors that will be graduating from the program and know they will do great things moving forward.” Seniors Trenton will lose include Jackson, Otto, Loyd, Harris, Gavin Roeder and Kayden Spencer.

NCMC Women Not Quite There Moore, Ford Have Big Minutes In Loss 4

KCKCC WOMEN 87 NCMC WOMEN 80

Playing at the fourth-ranked team in the nation presented an opportunity for the No. 13 North Central women on Tuesday. It was an opportunity North Central almost grabbed in spite of an awful start. As it turned out, though, North Central was sent home with an 87-80 loss at Kansas City Kansas Community College. The North Central women were flat to start, falling behind 21-10 in the opening 10 minutes. The Pirates would be chasing those points for a ma-

jority of the night. Kansas City Kansas led by 13 at halftime and at one point in the third quarter the lead had ballooned to 21 points. The Pirates made a run, however, coming all the way back to take a one-point lead early in the fourth quarter. But the run took a lot out of the Pirates and they faded late, allowing KCK to take the game by the eight-point margin. “We got off to a really slow start,” North Central coach Jenni Croy said. “That being said, KCK knocked down big shots the entire game. I was proud of our effort in the third and fourth quarters. We had a few sloppy possessions and they capitalized on those. We now have to learn from that and refocus for our upcoming region opponent and rival, Metropolitan Community College.” Nora Ford and Maci Moore did not start for the North Central women, but logged 35 and 33 minutes respectively.

Moore would lead the Pirates with 25 points, 14 rebounds and three steals and Ford followed with 21 points, seven rebounds, five assists and four steals. “We had huge minutes from Nora and Maci,” Croy said. “Our bench scored 50 of our 80 points.” The only other Pirate in double figures was Kortlyn Rounkles, who had 10 points and four assists. Lily Osborn had eight points in the loss. It was the first loss for the North Central women since Jan. 26 at Mineral Area and dropped them to 8-3 overall. KCKCC MEN 69 14 NCMC MEN 67 The No. 14 North Central men didn’t exactly put their best foot forward in their match-up with KCK on Tuesday. The Pirates were plagued by turnovers and poor shooting in an overall sluggish performance that resulted in a 69-67 loss. North Central put up just 26 points in the first half and went into the locker room trailing the Blue Devils 33-26. Despite a better showing in the second half, NCMC still made enough

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mistakes to keep it from stealing a victory. “We struggled in the first half playing with any kind of energy or pace,” North Central coach Jeremy Esry said. “KCK did a great job of not allowing us to get into driving lanes and made us shooters. Unfortunately, our shots weren’t falling. We have to keep working on minimizing our mistakes and capitalizing on our opponents’ mistakes if we are going to be successful this year.” Jeramy Shaw was about the only Pirate having luck shooting the ball, connecting on 11 of his 16 shots and going 3-of4 from the free-throw line. It all added up to a 27-point night with 14 rebounds and four assists. Behind Shaw, Atavian Butler had 13 points and four assists. Kolten Griffin finished with eight points for the Pirates. With the loss, North Central fell to 6-5 overall on the season. UP NEXT Both North Central teams will be at home on Saturday, opening Region 16 play against Metropolitan Community College. Action at the Ketcham Community Center tips off at 2 p.m. with the women’s game and the men will follow at 4 o’clock.

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CHASE OTTO charges into the lane during Trenton’s 6933, season-ending loss at South Harrison on Monday. Otto led Trenton with 23 points - all but 10 of Trenton’s total.

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The Trenton High School softball team was recognized as one of the top Class 3 softball teams in the classroom on Tuesday. The Bulldogs placed eighth in the state among Class 3 Teams with a combined cumulative first semester GPA of 3.808. In order to qualify, teams had to have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.3 or better on a 4.0 scale. In addition to the team distinction, Trenton had seven players earn individual academic all-state honors. Those players included Teya Cooksey, Eliana Cowling, Jaycie Griffin, Chloe Harris, Chandler Lynch, Gracyn Rongey and Shay Westerhof. In order to qualify as an individual, players had to be in grades 10-12 and have a cumulative unweighted GPA during the fall 2020 semester of 3.50-4.0. Other members of the team included Ivy Foster, Jena Harris, Morgan King, Maci Moore, Madi Moore, Jenna Reeter, and Emma Roberts.

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PROVIDING JOBS FOR OUR MILITARY MEMBERS As a lawmaker, one of my top priorities has been to support legislation that helps provide job to the men and women serving our country in the military. Over the years, the Missouri General Assembly has crafted legislation with this very goal in mind. This year, we have an additional piece to this puzzle that is making its way through the legislative process. Late last month, the Missouri Senate passed Senate Bill 2, which I sponsor. This measure would make changes to the Missouri Works program. More specifically, the benefit would be for projects that relate to the military. My proposal is now moving rather quickly through the Missouri House of Representatives, having been heard in committee and voted out for the entire House to consider. If they approve this legislation, it would

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then go to the governor for his signature. With the emergency clause in the measure, it would become law as soon as it is signed. We owe a huge debt of gratitude to our veterans and to those who are serving right now. Anything we can do to help these brave men and women, once they are out of active duty and back at home, is just a small token of appreciation we have for everything they have done for us. I believe SB 2 is another way of saying thank you for everything they have done for our country. As always, please feel free to call, email or write with your ideas or concerns. My Capitol office number is (573) 7511415, my email is dan.hegeman@senate.mo.gov and my mailing address is Room 332, State Capitol Building, Jefferson City, MO 65101.

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NCMC FOREIGN FILM CLUB by Eric Christopherson Mathematics Faculty North Central Missouri College has recently made an effort to revitalize the arts scene in the Trenton and surrounding communities. Arts have a long history of bringing people together, increasing understanding among different groups and cultures, and creating opportunities for opening dialogue. Eric Putting art at the heart of the community enhances the lives of its members by inspiring people to imag- Christopherson ine a vibrant future, to remind us all we are creative beings, and reminding us we are all connected. To further this effort, with the support of Dr. Klaver, we have created the Foreign Film Series, an exciting new experience to NCMC. Filmmaking is an art, a visual way of storytelling, crafting unique tales that can sometimes only be told on screen. Film is a powerful tool for learning about other cultures and intercultural interaction. Film speaks to our emotions as well as our intellect. By experiencing culture with our eyes and ears, we develop a deeper understanding, a deeper respect for the world around us. The Foreign Film Series is a monthly meeting of film fans and non-film fans, of anyone wanting to engage in dialogue, of anyone wanting to have an enjoyable evening. After the viewing, we will lead a discussion of the film: what we like, what we don’t, our interpretations, and our overall thoughts. All viewpoints are encouraged and welcomed. Each semester we will explore a theme: originals that inspired remakes, death and the afterlife, fantasy and supernatural, road movies, and more. By exploring a singular theme, we can see how different countries and different cultures view similar concepts, and connect our discussion from month to month. We hope everyone will join us on the fun and exciting journey, the last Thursday of each month in Cross Hall 208 at 6:30 PM.

The Trenton FFA Chapter competed in the Area 2 Proficiency contests recently, with one student named the Star Area Farmer ad several moving on to state competition. Kidridge Griffin was named the Star Area Farmer, selected based on his Supervised Agriculture Experience project and an interview. Griffin is now one of 16 students statewide who will be competing for the State Star Farmer at the State FFA Convention in late April. Griffin was also one of three students who qualified for state in a proficiency area. He took first place in beef production-entrepreneurship, with Jaycie Griffin earning first place and qualifying for state competition in ag sales placement. The third state qualifier was Colton Roy, who earned first place in specialty animal production. Kidridge Griffin also earned second place in both equine science-entrepreneurship and fiber and oil crop production, while Roy earned second place in ag processing. Other second-place finishers were Gracyn Rongey in vegetable production and Kaci Persell, who earned second place in both outdoor recreation and small animal production and care. Those earning third place were Allison Yoder, turf grass management; Hannah Bowe, landscape management; Olivia Roberts, food service; and Jesse Huber, diversified crop production-entrepreneurship. Randy Bowden was a fourth-place finisher in beef production-entrepreneurship, while Rebecca Urich was fourth in diversified ag production and Riley Walker was fourth in goat production.

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The Grundy County University Extension Council gained two new members following an election in January. Morgan Duff, whose name was on the ballot, was elected to serve from District 3. In addition, Sarah Allen was appointed to serve from District 2 during the February council meeting.

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way from the Missouri Department of Transportation along Ninth Street due to concerns about the “frailties” that have shown up in work that MoDOT recently completed. In another action item, the council approved the purchase of a Grasshopper mower that will be used at the Trenton Municipal Airport. Urton told the council that the mower can be paid for through CARES Act money from the FAA. The state bid for the mower was around $9,600 or $9,700, with the mower to be purchased from Barnes Baker through that bid. The airport received around $20,000 from the federal funding and the mower is considered an eligible expense. A discussion was held concerning the recent frigid temperatures and how the city and its electric customers will be affected by the use of they city’s diesel generators to generate electricity for the Missouri Public Energy Pool. It was noted there have been concerns from the public that utility bills will go up due to the city using around 30,000 gallons of diesel fuel to operate the generators. Urton said that is not the case and the Missouri Public Utility Association will reimburse the city for its cost of fuel and oil. He also noted that the city is paid $13,000 per month to keep the engines available for just such a time as we had last week. A brief discussion, instigated by Second Ward Councilman Marvin Humphreys, was held concerning the budgetary item of mosquito control. Humphreys expressed his concern about having insecticide sprayed in the community. He asked for input on the issue, with Urton and other council members noting that the city gets calls for mosquito control and they feel there would be a lot of people who would be upset if the city did not make the effort to control the insects. It was reported that the city has been doing the spraying for about 20 years. A closed session was held to discuss a legal matter, with no action taken. The next regular city council meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 8.

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North Central Missouri College students enrolled in the Teacher Education program and members of the Student Missouri State Teacher Association recently conducted their annual “Merry Mittens” service project. Hats and gloves were collected for children and distributed to three area school districts, Tri-County R-7, Laredo R-7, and Grundy R-5. “February has proven to be a very cold month, and we are so thankful we were able to make donations this year,” said Cassie Cordray, NCMC Teacher Education Instructor/SMSTA Sponsor. “We were shocked when we picked up our collection boxes to find that they were overflowing with donations. We appreciate all the support we received for this project.” Pictured are, from left, front row, Destini Jefferson of Carrolton and Jacey Cook of Hamilton; back row, Noah Hudson of Maysville, McKenna Lambert of Meadville, Sebastion Perry of St. Joseph and Ashley Johnson of Trenton.

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Skroh, about how the office will operate during the interim • From Front Page • period prior to a new adminisson River near Highway 6. trator being appointed. Mrs. Ray said the group held a Skroh has agreed to keep the phone conference with Marty office open, with Mrs. Eaton, Comstock and Dennis Spe- who will still be working in the ichinger of the Natural Re- courthouse as the probate source Conservation Service clerk, indicating she will work and it was determined that the ahead as much as possible to county will actually let the bid prevent any disruption for the for the engineering work, clients served by the office. It which is estimated around was noted that Mrs. Skroh said $45,000. The IDC will pay for she has no interest in the posithe engineering service over a tion, but will stay on as the astwo-year period, but Ray said sistant. it remains to be seen if the IDC The commission met with can pay the engineer directly or the Grundy County Republican if that money has to flow Central Committee on Tuesthrough the county to the engi- day, cosidering resumes of neer. those who are seeking to fill Ray said the commission the administrator’s position. also met with Grundy County Under Missouri statute, the Public Administrator Jill county commission is to apEaton, who is resigning effec- point someone to serve in the tive Friday, and Lorraine position until Gov. Mike Par-

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will be a monitoring visit March 22-26. Chief Information Officer Jennifer Triplett gave an update on the college’s infrastructure refresh projects, noting that the work will continue over the remainder of the year. In other business, the board: • approved child selection criteria for the Green Hills

Head Start Program. • approved a board policy change involving the use of “virtual” days as an alternative method of instruction when there is inclement weather. • approved the transfer of a robot that is no longer used by NCMC to the Grand River Technical School, where it has been housed since its purchase. • was introduced to new employee, Amanda Steinman, who began her duties as admis-

son makes an official appointment, with that person serving until the November 2022 election. To keep as much consistency as possible, Ray said the commission plans to appoint as interim whomever the Republican Committee selects to nominate to the governor. Ray said the commission would meet again with the central committee at 5:30 p.m. Thursday to finaize that selection. Items on the announced agenda for next Tuesday’s meeting include an 8:30 a.m. phone conference with granite.net, a telephone company; a 9 a.m. meeting with Donnie Vandenver to discuss the Bethel Cemetery board; and an 11:30 a.m. meeting with Carlee Quinn of the University of Missouri Extension, who will give her annual report.

sions recruiter in January, and students who were in attendance as a requirement of their Foundations of Education course. • held an executive session to discuss personnel, legal matters, real estate and scholastic probation, expulsion or graduation of identifiable individuals.

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WIN-NOW MODE Entering the 2021 season the Kansas City Royals have a choice to make when it comes to their pitching staff - Do they want to try to make a run at the playoffs this year, or set themselves up for what could be better potential playoff runs in the future. With the offseason moves they have made, it certainly appears that Dayton Moore and the front office are in “win-now” mode. They brought in some key pieces that they feel like will improve the offense. But the real measure of how badly they want to win is going to come with the decision they make in their pitching staff. Right now Brad Keller, Brady Singer and Kris Bubic are in the rotation. Mike Minor and Danny Duffy would figure to round out the rotation giving the team a couple of veteran anchors at the back end. By having two older, more experienced pitchers in the rotation, one would figure that gives your team the best chance to win games now. But what if the Royals want to throw a couple more of their highly-touted pitching prospects into the rotation? Guys like Jackson Kower, Daniel Lynch and Asa Lacy are right there on the cusp of being Major League-ready. Putting them into the rotation at the back end would serve as a means of development along the lines of what Singer and Bubic got last year. Now, they are two of the Royals’ top three pitchers. So, do you want to win now, or have a team really ready to compete for a division title in a year or two? Personally, I would like to see the Royals pair Kower and Lynch with Keller, Singer and Bubic and have a rotation of five guys all age 24-25. Here is the problem with that, though. Guys like Carlos Santana, Salvador Perez and Whit Merrifield aren’t guys who can afford to wait for the young pitchers to develop. Andrew Benintendi came in on a trade, but is only guaranteed to be in Kansas City for two seasons. With the core group of position players the Royals have, they almost have to play it conservative with their pitching rotation to at least attempt to make a run this year or next. That could always change depending on injuries and winning or losing streaks early on. But for now, I think the bulk of the Royals’ young arms are going to be developing in Omaha at the AAA level rather than under the bright lights of Kauffman Stadium. That’s fine. It’s a little underwhelming for an excited fan, but fine, for now. Anyway, as always thanks for reading and here are a few recommendations... EAT - The eating recommendation is the Hawaiian Pizza at the General Store in Gilman City. Worth the 22mile drive, I promise. READ - I have burned through books in COVID times and am starting to revisit some of my favorites beginning with The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. WATCH - Young Rock on NBC. The new sitcom debuted last week and just had it’s second episode this week. I have really enjoyed it so far. It’s on at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Reader Expresses Concern Over School Event Letters to the Editor To The Editor: I am extremely disappointed in the lack of support and pride shown by our Trenton R-9 school and community on Tuesday night for the girls’ basketball game. We had the very rare opportunity to host a district playoff game in our town and we failed to capitalize on it. There was no pep band, no cheerleaders, no student section, and no concessions. I understand that COVID restrictions have put a lid on some

of this, however our opponents, South Harrison, came out as strong as they could for a district game that they travelled to play. Their stands were twice as full as Trenton’s and they brought 13 cheerleaders to lead them in the pride they showed for their community! Kudos to them!! I didn’t speak to a single parent or supporter for Trenton that didn’t see the same things and feel extremely disappointed in our community and school for not supporting our students better. We can do better! Sincerely, Kristi Urich Laredo

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Relief vs. Stimulus: What’s the Difference? by William Hauk, University of South Carolina for The Conversation Editor’s Note: The Conversation is an independent and non-profit source of news, analaysis and commentary from academic experts. it can be found at http://bit.ly.TCUSinfo The Biden administration and Congress are fast-tracking a US$1.9 trillion coronavirus package that includes aid for states, cities, individuals, the unemployed, schools and much else. It could become law within weeks.

GUEST EDITORIALS But is it stimulus or relief? If you’ve been reading stories on the legislation, you’ll frequently see it called one or the other – or sometimes both. The White House calls it a “rescue plan,” while an economist might dryly refer to it as a “fiscal” package. What does it matter? As a macroeconomist who focuses on growth, I would argue it both matters – and it doesn’t. On one level it’s semantics, or politics, but there’s also a fundamental question about what really ails the economy – and what the right remedy is. It’s a relief A macroeconomy – that is, the overall economy, not individual businesses or industries – is made of two basic components: aggregate supply and aggregate demand. Aggregate supply represents the quantity of goods and services an economy can produce, while aggregate demand represents how much consumers and businesses are willing to spend on those products. When an economic crisis strikes, the problem is usually considered one or the other: Either the economy’s capacity to produce goods and services has been curtailed, or something reduced the willingness of consumers and businesses to buy stuff. More rarely, it can also be both. Economists consider a relief package the right solution when the crisis affects primarily supply. When much of the U.S. economy shut down a year ago, for example, the pandemic recession felt very much like a so-called supply shock, as many businesses had to close their doors and stop providing goods and services. So economists and policymakers assumed the economy’s primary need was aid to tide over companies and workers until the crisis passed. That’s why the 2020 coronavirus bills were generally seen as aimed at providing relief – in the form of supple-

mental unemployment benefits, individual checks and grants to small businesses to keep workers on their payroll – not stimulus. The Associated Press style guide, effectively a bible for journalists about word usage, explicitly advises reporters covering March’s $2.2 trillion coronavirus relief bill: “Do not refer to it as a stimulus. … The measure was passed to replace money lost in the collapse of the economy, rather than to stimulate demand.” So if the economy’s underlying problems concern supply, the main goal is to shore up industries, businesses and individuals most affected until they can get back to work, which, most people at first assumed, was just a matter of time. The Paycheck Protection Program, which gave forgivable loans to businesses affected by COVID-19 lockdowns last year, is a good example of this approach. Or is it stimulating A stimulus, as the name implies, is meant to stimulate the macroeconomy. It begins with the assumption that what ails the economy is a lack of demand for goods and services. The idea, first proposed by British economist John Maynard Keynes during the Great Depression, is that an economy is unlikely to recover on its own unless the government jump-starts spending, stimulating consumer and business demand. One recent example of government stimulus is the $787 billion American Recovery and Reinvestment Act passed in 2009 during the Great Recession. Economists broadly consider it stimulus, and it was split between tax cuts, spending on unemployment and education, and infrastructure investment. A stimulus bill, first and foremost, is meant to get consumers to spend and businesses to invest. It can accomplish this by cutting taxes, injecting money into the economy or investing in what were referred to in 2009 as “shovel-ready” infrastructure projects. Depends on the crisis So that raises the question, what kind of economic crisis are we in now? To some extent, it’s delivered a shock to both supply and demand and has affected different parts of the economy in very divergent ways. Some companies, like Amazon, are doing great, while others, such as airlines and hotels, are doing terribly. And employees with professional jobs who can work from home over Zoom

are doing fine, while many lower-paid service workers are among the hardest hit. January’s jobs report shows the dual track. The main unemployment rate fell to 6.3%, significantly down from 14.8% last April. At the same time, the number of unemployed describing their job loss as “permanent” is declining more slowly and remains three times its pre-pandemic level. And the number of long-term unemployed has been increasing. Moreover, the 6.3% headline rate measures only people actively looking for work and leaves out millions of Americans who have given up looking for work or are underemployed. Taken together, these numbers indicate that a large number of people are not expecting to get back to work anytime soon and will need more than just a little help to tide them over. This situation makes the case for a large, broad-based package – something like the Biden proposal – that both provides relief but also stimulus to create the demand for new jobs and to draw the long-term unemployed back into the job market. Some have grown alarmed about the amount of money the government will spend, however, and worry that it’ll stimulate too much and spur inflation. Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers, for example, says the socalled output gap – the difference between what the U.S. economy is currently producing and what it is capable of producing – isn’t all that big, which could mean the size of Biden’s package will drive up prices without really generating new economic activity. You say potato, I say stimulus To some extent, these definitions may be distinctions without a difference. Even a narrowly tailored relief package would have some stimulative effect on the economy. All those “economic impact” checks the government sent out in 2020 were meant as relief, but they had a significant stimulating impact as well. To the extent that a program gets people spending more, it is a stimulus. To the extent that the same program leads to job creation for the unemployed, it is a relief package. Ultimately, the word matters less than the impact. And economists in the White House, Federal Reserve and academia like me will be tracking it closely.

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SUNDAY Narcotics Anonymous, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 4 p.m.

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

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

North 65 Center: Line Dancers, 9:30 a.m.; Light and Lively Exercise Group and Cards, 12:30 p.m. Lose to Win Club, Wesley United Methodist Church. Weigh-in at 10:30 a.m., meeting at 11 a.m. For more information, call 359-6144. Daughters of American Revolution (DAR), noon, First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. For more information, call 573-230-6119.

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

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LOCAL STRAIGHT TALK WITH SAM Sixth District U.S. Rep. Sam Graves 1415 Longworth House Bldg. Washington D.C. 20515 Phone: 202-225-7041 THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO DON’T GET A SNOW DAY It’s been a rough week across days. That’s certainly the case North Missouri with bitter cold, for our many farmers across the snowstorms, and slick roads district. There are no days off to causing havoc. Many students escape the sweltering heat or have been at home for several bitter cold, no delaying what days and temporary rolling needs to be done for sleet, rain, blackouts and propane issues or hail. The livestock can’t just have made a difficult week even wait around for the weather to more challenging. We’re used to clear up and there’s always winter weather, but this has been more work to be done, rain or shine. tough. Electrical linemen have been While we work to assess how we prevent these challenges in working overtime out in the elethe future, I’m reminded that a lot ments to get the power turned of folks simply don’t get snow on. Police officers are still work-

Extension Notes by University of Missouri Extension TEACHING KINDNESS AND CARING IN OUR CHILDREN

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“because the people must know” (Editor’s Note: Public Notice advertising plays a unique role both in American history and in the process by which this country’s democracy is preserved. Its one premise is that people must be informed if they are to govern themselves competently. Public Notice advertising first came into being with the Congress of 1792. That body, recognizing its responsibility to the people, required the Postmaster General to advertise for bids for the construction of new post offices. From that inauspicious beginning to the complex publication requirements in federal, state and local laws today, government officials have come more and more to understand their obligations to inform the public through Public Notice advertising. Newspapers over the years have been the vehicle by which these obligations have been fulfilled. They will continue to be as long as the public demands that it be informed frequently and by the best means possible.)

Jessica Trussell, Human Development Specialiast When we consider when and how to teach children about kindness and caring, it really begins in infancy. The quality of care an infant receives can greatly influence their later development. If babies learn that the adults around them are kind and dependable, they will learn to trust the world and themselves. When caregivers respond sensitively to babies' needs, they feel valued and important. When infants feel loved and valued by those who care for them, the foundation of kindness toward others is being established. If we are consistent in what we expect of children, then they are able to develop predictable views of the world. When guiding young children, we should be consistent and clear with directions and explanations. If our requests and reasons are inconsistent, then

children often become confused about what is really expected of them. The opposite also holds true, when we are consistent with requests and reasons, children feel safe in exploring the world around them and trying new things. Children feel secure that the adults around them will consistently guide and teach them. Luckily, children are born with the capacity to act kindly toward others. Adults do play an important role in whether or not children continue to act in kind ways. If children experience supportive behaviors, have reasonable expectations and rules are consistently enforced, they are more likely to show caring and compassionate behaviors. Here are some suggestions for developing kindness and caring in children: •Set a good example by acting respectfully toward others. •Communicate the importance of helpfulness and generosity.

ing the beat, always ready to keep our communities safe. Truck drivers and railway workers are still hauling critical supplies, including PPE and COVID-19 vaccines, that have to get where they’re going, even when that means slow and cautious trips. First responders still have to report to duty, standing by to rescue Missourians who fall victim to those same icy roads. You might think that maybe firefighters would get a break, given that surely there aren’t many fires at 30 below, but you’d be dead wrong. The bitter cold, electrical outages, and makeshift efforts to keep warm lead to house fires and someone has to be there to put those out. Professional and volunteer firefighters all over the region have been out in the elements fighting blazing flames in the freezing cold and saving lives. This certainly isn’t an exhaus-

tive list of all those out there braving these dangerous conditions, but I hope it serves as a powerful example of a simple point. While some Missourians have telecommuted or had a few unplanned vacation days this week, many have soldiered on, doing the work that needs to be done in the elements. They’re the ones keeping us safe, keeping food on the table, and getting critical supplies where they need to go. They won’t return from their shift to a round of applause or even a simple thank you. More often than not, it’s thankless, forgotten work that they do. Their sacrifices and service shouldn’t be forgotten though. We should all take the time to recognize those that keep our country going—in the dead of winter and even in the middle of a pandemic. To those everyday heroes, thank you.

•Use consistent rules and reasons for guiding children. •Talk with children about the feelings of others and the consequences of children's unkind behavior. •Create opportunities for children to be empathic. •Express appreciation when children behave kindly toward others. Encouraging kindness in children is an important responsibility for all adults who care for children in any aspect. Kind and caring behavior appears early in life and continues to develop across the lifespan. Examples of caring behavior include: •A toddler sharing blocks with another child. •School-age children collecting canned goods for a food bank. •An adolescent volunteering to shovel snow for an elderly neighbor. Children are learning constantly from the words and actions of adults around them. The best way we can teach children is by example. Even with our busy schedule, we can easily involve children in acts of kindness. By helping an elderly neighbor or giving items to a local women’s shelter, adults can demonstrate concern for others. Then, we can

reinforce kindness by explaining why it is important to be kind and help others. To be an effective role model, we must match our words with our actions. For example, if children see someone compliment another person’s new clothes, but make fun of the way the clothes look when the person is gone, children receive a powerful message. They learn that saying one thing and doing another is acceptable behavior. Expressing appreciation for kind and thoughtful behavior is another way to set a good example for children. These actions help children to experience the positive feelings of being kind to others. By reinforcing children's kind behavior, it helps them to understand that their kindness makes a positive difference. There are many things we can do to increase kindness and caring in the children, and adults, around us. Taking the time to set a good example by lending a hand, thanking someone for the help that they provide and creating opportunities for children to help are just a few of the things we can do. What is something you can do today, to show kindness and caring for the people around you?

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Dear Annie: My husband and I have been having a rough time. He cheated on me with a young woman and got her pregnant. I think this was her goal, secretly. She knew he had a wife and wanted him to leave me. Anyway, the baby will be 1 soon, and now that my husband is seeking reconciliation, I feel stuck in the middle. I've already been through my hurt stage and would hate to go through it again. What should I do? -- Betrayed Dear Betrayed: What you want to do. Whether you decide to stay or go, you'll have made a valid choice. I will say, infidelity does not have to be the end. Many couples have worked past betrayals and come out the other side stronger than ever, with the help of couples' counseling. If you and your husband enroll in marriage counseling, this could be the case for you. But if you are past that point, mentally, I wouldn't blame you for leaving. Trite but true, listen to your heart. Dear Annie: I am blessed to not have real problems like so many endure, but I would ap-

preciate your opinion on a predicament. I am a healthy 90-year-old man. I have outlived two wonderful wives. My first love and I were together for only eight short years. She came down with acute leukemia. During the five months that she suffered with it, one day she told me, "Dear, you will have to get the kids a new mother." We had a 3-year-old son and a little girl that was only a year old when her mother died in early December. I was devastated. But then a concerned neighbor friend asked me one day, about two months later, if I would like to meet a nice girl. I said that I wasn't ready quite yet. After a while, I called her. The most difficult trip I ever made was driving down to meet her. It turned out to be the best trip I ever made. We married about 10 months later. Losing my first wife made me appreciate my second wife all the more. Fifty-one years later, my second wife had a light stroke which brought on the beginnings of dementia. Of course, it progressed. Four years later, it took her life. We had 55 years

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of bliss together. I have been alone now for three and a half years, with the support and love of my children. Five months ago, a very dear friend lost her husband of 63 years, and I'm interested in seeing if there might be something between us. I am not happy living alone. I have the feeling that I could be a great support for her. She lives alone now, too, and I want to help her. I need to give this special lady more time to grieve over her loss. Presently, she wants to go on as she is, us just being friends. My daughter told me to not push her too hard. And I agree. But she is the only woman I am interested in. What is your advice to me? -- CW Dear CW: I'm sorry for your losses. I think it's wonderful that you enjoy companionship so much. As the song goes, "People who need people are the luckiest people in the world." But your daughter is right that you should give your lady friend space to grieve. And in the meantime, I would encourage you to learn how to enjoy the pleasure of your own company. Try a new hobby, enroll in an online course, write your memoirs. Take some time to really nourish your own sense of self. Then you'll be even more present if and when you do get into another relationship.

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Car parts maker BorgWarner’s nearly $900 million takeover of Germany’s Akasol is a well-timed push into the fast-growing market for electric vehicles, according to analysts. Auburn Hills, Michigan-based BorgWarner’s acquisition of Akasol “strengthens BWA’s battery system capabilities and compliments its e-moters, gearbox and power electronic portfolio,” Jefferies analyst David Kelley wrote in a note to investors. Last year about 2.5 million electric vehicles were sold globally, a number analysts at IHS Markit forecast will

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The Republican-Times business office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday. The office will be closed on Saturdays. Republican-Times 122 E. 8th St. 359-2212 Fax: 660-359-4414 ------------------------------------------Corie Cutsinger - Single Phase, Three Phase, Motor Controls, Control Voltages, Computer Controlled Equipment. New thermal imaging camera; bucket truck for aeriel work; underground locator. Wired Electrical & Automation, LLC, 359-1847. Tdtf ------------------------------------------*SEAMLESS GUTTERING* We are ready to replace your old gutters with new seamless aluminum gutters! MOORE’S CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience. Tdtf ------------------------------------------WANTED!! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks. Highest prices paid! You Call - We Come Get It! FRONTIER AUTO & TRUCK PARTS (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage) 145 Hwy. W., Trenton, 359-3888. Fdtf ------------------------------------------PIANO TUNING SERVICE – Taking out the wrong note since 1988. Call early - spots fill up fast! Keith Sarver 660-4252547. Like Us on Facebook! TMar19 ------------------------------------------Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800425-0976 or 485-6611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience. Tdtf ------------------------------------------Carquest Auto Parts T & L Auto Supply, Inc., 1823 East 9th, Trenton, 359-2268, tlautosupply.com. Monday-Friday, 76, Saturday, 7-4. Fdtf ------------------------------------------ASAP LOCKSMITH, Warren Soptic - Owner - 359-6625, Trenton. Tdtf -----------------------------------------Cox Family Dentistry, P.C. Andrew P. Cox, D.D.S. 1011 Cedar St., Trenton. 660-3596889 or 660-359-6993. Tdtf ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT LUMBER Full Service Lumberyard We also sell Trusses/ metal/rebar/concrete blocks. New Hardware Department Gift Certificates and Delivery Available – Free Estimates 32089 St. Hwy 6, Jamesport 660-684-6404 FMar19 -----------------------------------------WILSON’S HEATING & COOLING - We service all makes and models. Authorized Rheem Dealer. Bill Wilson 660359-3403. Fdtf -------------------------------------------

RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital. 5 Unit sizes available, prices starting at $19 per month. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 359-1069 or 359-7683. Fdtf ------------------------------------------H & S CONTRACTING Remodeling, room additions, garages & decks * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing & excavation. Kale Hoerrmann Owner, 30 years experience – 660-953-0724. FMar5 ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT BUILDERS 660-684-6931 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport POLE BARNS – GARAGES Spray foam insulation FMar19 ------------------------------------------BUY - SELL - TRADE BIG NASTY'S GUNS & AMMO We have 1000s of guns and hunting products on our website. Choose in store pickup and pay 0 shipping fees. Text or call for appointment. $25 FFL Transfers Nathan Rorebeck 425 NW 40th St. Trenton, MO 64683 660-635-0469 www.bignastys.com FMar5 ------------------------------------------PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 359-3699–shop, 3592202–home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 60’ bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured. Free Estimates! Tdtf ------------------------------------------S&B Hinnen Hauling & Construction, L.L.C. Rock • Sand • Dirt Asphalt • Grain 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 FMay14* ------------------------------------------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 FMar26 ------------------------------------------LAUHOFF JEWELRY Downtown Chillicothe - 620 Washington St. Open Monday-Friday 9:00-5:30, Saturday 9:00-4:00. 660-646-3504 www.lauhoffjewelry.com TApr9 ------------------------------------------Willing Workers LLP Roofing * Siding * Lean-tos John Kramer 17594 St. Hwy. 190 Jamesport, MO 64648 660-973-5694 TFeb16-Mar12 -------------------------------------------

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See us 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 -------------------------------------------

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 TMar5 ------------------------------------------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 ------------------------------------------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 -------------------------------------------

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*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-358-2682 L905tf ------------------------------------------See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves. Consumer Oil & Supply 614 Harris Ave. 359-2258 C361dtf ------------------------------------------FARM GROUND WANTED Cash rent or share crop Will do improvements ATH FARMS 660-359-1413 • 217-473-3139 FApr2* ------------------------------------------CROPLAND FOR RENT The Missouri Department of Conservation will accept cash rent bid proposals to farm approximately 580 acres of cropland on Poosey Conservation Area approximately 10 miles northwest of Chillicothe, Missouri. Proposals will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 19, 2021. For additional information and proposal forms contact: Samantha Anderson, Chillicothe Office, 15368 LIV 2386, Chillicothe, Missouri 64601, Phone (660) 646-6122 Ext. 1362 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. M350d5 -------------------------------------------

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Located Downtown - Lots of potential for this historic building in downtown Trenton! Tons of square footage with over 3,800 square feet for both levels. The structure has been completely stripped on the interior down to the original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and some exposed brick so it is now a blank canvas for unlimited possibilities. With the close proximity to North Central Missouri College, the upstairs could be divided into several apartments for additional income or one large apartment. $45,000

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Kathy Cheek at 660-359-5647. S553dtf ------------------------------------------ADAMS PARK APARTMENTS Two bedroom apartments for rent. Income based rent. We accept HUD. For further information, contact the manager at: 660-359-6666, MondayThursday 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 1312 E. 9th St. MO Relay #711 Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer A345d2 -----------------------------------------Clean 1 bedroom apartment, upstairs, furnished, utilities paid, no pets. Phone 660-359-6358. M474d2* -------------------------------------------

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Republican-Times New Listing! - Great location and a drive thru window! Purchase the building only and operate any business from this location or purchase the inventory separately and own a wellestablished liquor store. This business opportunity includes a 1,984 square foot steel building with a metal roof that sits on a 145 x 83 lot adjoining lower Trenton Lake. Equipment includes 2 walk-in coolers, counter, shelving, and point-ofsale system with high-speed fiber internet. Don’t need all the space? The building is partitioned to easily be two different businesses with separate entrances. $95,000 See all of our listings at www.c21trenton.com or visit us on Facebook.com/c21trenton. C349d26 -------------------------------------------

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Graves Foods Daily Route Driver Must have Class A CDL. Must be able to lift 80 lbs. Home evenings. Competitive pay. Paid Vacation & Holidays. Apply Within or Call 660-247-2135 FFeb9-Mar5 ------------------------------------------Trenton Municipal Utilities is currently accepting applications for a Water/Wastewater Utility Worker. Must have or be able to obtain a CDL license. Prefer heavy equipment operator experience. Salary dependent on qualifications. Successful applicant will be required to meet residency requirements. Applications accepted at City Hall until position is filled. For more information, contact Kenny Ricketts at 660-359-2838. EOE. T347d26 ------------------------------------------The Princeton R-V School District is accepting applications for a preschool one-on-one special education paraprofessional to start at the beginning of the 2021-2022 school year. In this role, the selected applicant will work one-on-one with a student that has a disability. Candidates must hold the appropriate certification or have the ability to acquire the appropriate certification. Interested candidates should obtain an application by calling 660-748-3211 or online at http://www.tigertown. k12.mo.us under district noncertified application. Applicants must submit hard copies of their application and resume to: Princeton R-V School District Attn: Dr. Merideth Ussery, SPED Director 1008 E. Coleman Street Princeton, MO 64673 P351d9 ------------------------------------------Help Wanted: Part-time kitchen worker, 20 hours weekly. North 65 Center. Call 359-3058. N353d5 ------------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking a Compliance Coordinator for NW WDB/NCMC. Interested applicants should visit http://www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. N354d9 -------------------------------------------

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

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Carol N. Herrold (the “decedent”) died on January 7, 2021. Douglas J. Herrold is the Successor Trustee (the “Trustee”) of the trust created by trust agreement dated August 21, 1996, executed by Carol N. Herrold, as Settlor, and Carol N. Herrold and Dale C. Herrold, as Trustees, the terms of which provide that the debts of the decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of proper proof thereof. The mailing addresses of the acting Trustee is 8704 Interlochen, Nixa, Missouri 65714. All creditors of the decedent are notified to present their claims to the undersigned Trustee within six (6) months

from the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred against the Trustee and the trust property. Douglas J. Herrold, Trustee 8704 Interlochen Nixa, MO 65714 Attorney: Catherine E. Moore, Attorney Kirkland Woods & Martinsen LLP 3230 East Ridgeview St. Springfield, MO 65804 (417) 893-5288; (417) 882-1845 (fax) Published on February 5, February 12, February 19 and February 26, 2021 dFeb5,12,19,26 -------------------------------------------

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HELP WANTED The Trenton Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of 911 Dispatcher. Evening and overnight shifts are available. Starting wage of $14.25/hr. High School Diploma or GED is required. Applications can be picked up at the Trenton Police Department or to request one via email contact Elizabeth Lopez at elopez@trentonmo. com or via phone at 660-359-2121.

www.orschelnfarmhome.com Full-time Temporary Retail Team Member opportunities available to help in the relocation of the Trenton, MO store. Must be 18 years or older for forklift operation. Repetitive lifting minimum 25 lbs, setting fixtures, freight handling, and merchandising the sales floor. Based on performance, positions can lead to Regular Part-time and Regular Full-time positions when the new store opens. Apply online or paper applications available at the current store location Orscheln Farm & Home 2006 East Ninth Street Trenton, MO 64683 (660) 359-2300 Orscheln Farm and Home supports and is committed to providing a safe environment for employees and customers. We observe and adhere to practices that are consistent with current guidance from the CDC and local Health Officials. Equal Opportunity Employer

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FUNERALS

Shirley M. Ellis Greiner

Russell Dale Allen

Shirley M. Ellis Greiner, a 98-year-old former Trenton resident, passed away Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 at Avista Senior Living in Phoenix, AZ from complications of congestive heart failure. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, March 6, 2021 outside on the lawn of Desert Hills Hansen Memorial Chapel in Scottsdale, AZ. A gathering of family and

friends will be held in Trenton on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at the Trenton Masonic Cemetery, under the direction of Slater-Neal Funeral Home of Trenton. A full obituary will be published in the Republican-Times closer to the date of the service. Memorial donations are suggested to St. Mary's Food Bank in Phoenix, the Arizona Quilters Guild or Deveraux Schools Arizona.

Harvey Hixson Harvey Lee Hixson, an 89year-old resident of Martelle, IA, passed away Feb. 5, 2021 due to natural causes. A memorial service will be held in the fall in conjunction with a family reunion. Harvey was born on Nov. 5, 1931 in Mt. Pleasant, IA, to Hiram Burnett Hixson and Minnie Steffens. After graduating from Hillsboro schools in 1950, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served for four years. He furthered his education at Iowa State University in Ames and Iowa Wesleyan University in Mt. Pleasant. He married Diane Seedorf in 1961. They were later divorced. Harvey served as an Army Reservist in the late 1970’s and went to active duty in 1983. In 1987, he was transferred to the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., where he was stationed until he retired in 1991 as a Master Sergeant. He had the unique distinction of being a veteran of both the Korean War and Desert Storm. Upon retirement, Harvey moved back to Iowa and spent time reading, gardening, collecting stamps, and spending time with family. He moved to northern Missouri in 2005 to be caretaker of the family farm that had belonged to his brother, John. He enjoyed living and working on the farm and took great pleasure in helping and socializing with

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his Amish friends. In 2018, due to failing health, Harvey moved back to Iowa to live with a daughter. In February 2020, he was moved to the Anamosa Care Center for specialized care, and remained there until he passed away. Harvey is survived by his five children, Eric Michael (Beth) Hixson of Owasso, OK, Stephen Christopher “Chris” (Leslie) Hixson of Trenton, Valerie Anne Reeves and Pamela Sue Halvorson, both of Marion, IA, and Scott Lee (Kim) Hixson of West Melbourne, FL; 18 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Harold of Cedar Rapids, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, John and Charles “Chuck”. As a memorial, the family asks that you contact your local care center and offer help as needed and thank a veteran for their service.

He is survived by his birth mother, Betty Berry of Trenton; one sister, Beverly “B” Denney of Trenton; his fiancé, Ada Pitts of Odessa; a goddaughter, Mary Pitts, a godson, Jerry Pitts; step-grandchildren, Makenzie Pitts, Cian Roach and Trenton Pitts; two nieces, Jesica Lotz and Christian Briegal; and a nephew, Jeremy Peery of Elk Mound, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Gwen Sievers. Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

Charles A. Walmsley Charles A. Walmsley, an 82year-old Trenton resident, died at 3:50 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Harry S. Truman Veteran’s Administra-tion Hospital in Columbia. He was cremated under the direction of Slater-Neal Funeral Home. A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021 at Wesley United Methodist Church. Mr. Walmsley was born Oct. 25, 1938 in Flushing, NY, the son of Charles Alfred, Jr. and Martha Smith Walmsley. He was a veteran of the Air Force. Before retiring he was employed as an electrical maintenance II at a Cameron prison. On June 22, 1963 he was married to Merle Lynn Gibson

Special recorded music included “How Great Thou Art”, “Rockin’ Years” and “Wings of a Snow White Dove.” Pallbearers were Robin Ball, Donald Max Whitaker, Melvin McCloud, Bill Griffin, Bill Heins and Ronnie Foster. Burial was in the Willis Chapel Cemetery at Brimson.

Alec “Blu” Craig Funeral services for Alec Noble “Blu” Craig were held at 1 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Resthaven Mortuary, north of Trenton. Rev. Robert Whitham officiated.

Mr. Craig, a 53-year-old Spickard resident passed away at 2:45 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021 at his residence, where he was under hospice care.

Marguerite Joyce Frazier

Dr. Jerrold E. Rumbley Dr. Jerrold E. Rumbley, a 60-year-old Trenton resident, died at 8:35 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021 at Wright Memorial Hospital in Trenton. His body was cremated under the direction of SlaterNeal Funeral Home of Trenton. A celebration of life is planned for Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 1701 E. 8th St. in Trenton. Dr. Rumbley was born Jan. 5, 1961 at Trenton, the son of Ernest and Edna Keckley Rumbley. He graduated from Trenton High School. He was an optometrist.

Funeral services for Russell Dale Allen were held at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021 at Slater-Neal Funeral Home in Trenton. Brian Weed officiated. Mr. Allen, a 79-year-old Spickard resident, passed away at 11:48 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 at his residence, where he was under hospice care.

at Eureka. She preceded him in death on Jan. 20, 2001. His survivors include one daughter, Kim Walmsley of Holts Summit; a son Chas Walmsley of Spickard; three grandchildren, Tyler Dodson, Charles Walmsley V and Triston Walmsley; and greatgrandchildren Austin and Evelyn Dodson. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Gail Jerimiah; and one brother, Jim Walmsley. Memorial donations are suggested to the veteran’s organization of your choice and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

Funeral services for Marguerite Joyce Frazier were held at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Slater-Neal Funeral Home at Trenton. Rev. Ron Ward officiated. Mrs. Frazier, a 74-year-old

Trenton resident, died at 1:48 p.m., Monday, Feb. 8, 2021 at New Hanover Medical Center in Wilmington, NC. Special music included recordings of “Seven Years” and “Lead Me Home.”

Donald L. Pettit Graveside services for Donald L. Pettit were held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 at the Berry Cemetery, north of Galt. Rev. Steve Martin officiated. Mr. Pettit, a 97-year-old for-

mer Osgood resident, died at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, KS. Donald W. Pettit was the soloist, singing “How Great Thou Art.”

FUTURES TRADING CHICAGO BOARD OF TRADE Open

High Low Last Chg Feb. 25 WHEAT 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Mar 677¼ 680½ 658¾ 665¼ —15 May 681½ 686 666¼ 672¼ —13¼ Jul 667 671¾ 655¼ 660¾ —9¾ Sep 662¾ 666¼ 651½ 656¾ —9 Dec 665¼ 669¾ 655 660 —9¾ Mar 670 673 659 662¾ —10¾ May 664½ 665 655½ 655½ —11¾ Jul 638¾ 641¾ 629½ 632¾ —9½ Sep 636 638½ 632 632 —9½ Mar 644¾ 644¾ 644¾ 644¾ —5¾ Jul 612¾ 612¾ 611 611 —1¾ Est. sales 71,715.Wed.'s sales 134,623 Wed.'s open int 430,018 CORN 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Mar 559 560½ 542½ 548¼ —11 May 556¾ 558 541 546 —11 Jul 546¾ 548 533¾ 537¾ —9½ Sep 495½ 498 486¾ 490¾ —5¾ Dec 476 479 469½ 473 —3¾ Mar 483 486 477 480 —3½ May 485¾ 488¾ 480½ 483 —3¾ Jul 486½ 489 481½ 483¼ —4¼ Sep 445½ 445½ 439½ 444 —3½ Dec 433 434¾ 426¾ 430 —4 Mar 440 440 440 440 —1 Jul 443¼ 443¼ 443¼ 443¼ —4 Dec 419¼ 419¼ 416¼ 416¾ —2½ Est. sales 306,234.Wed.'s sales 458,319 Wed.'s open int 1,878,631 OATS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Mar 368 371¼ 360 362 —5¼ May 370¼ 372¾ 358 360¾ —10 Jul 368¼ 368½ 359¼ 359¼ —8¼ Sep 338¾ 347¼ 338¾ 339 —4½ Dec 345 345 338 338 —4¾ Mar 343 343 343 343 —3 Est. sales 376.Wed.'s sales 758 Wed.'s open int 4,463, up 136 SOYBEANS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Mar 1423½ 1443 1391¾ 1402¾ —21 May 1425 1445¾ 1393½ 1404 —21¾ Jul 1411¼ 1433¾ 1383¼ 1394¼ —17¾ Aug 1371 1389¾ 1344½ 1354¼ —16¼ Sep 1286¾ 1302½ 1265½ 1273 —13 Nov 1236¾ 1252¾ 1222¾ 1228¼ —10 Jan 1229½ 1243½ 1216¾ 1221¾ —9 Mar 1194¼ 1210 1189¼ 1194 —2½ May 1184¾ 1200 1180¾ 1183½ —4 Jul 1191¼ 1196¼ 1178¼ 1179½ —4 Aug 1167¾ 1167¾ 1167¾ 1167¾ +3 Sep 1130¼ 1130¼ 1130 1130 —¼ Nov 1104 1113 1097½ 1101¾ —3¼ Jan 1110 1110 1110 1110 +4¼ Nov 1049 1049 1046 1046 —2¼ Est. sales 219,848.Wed.'s sales 270,487 Wed.'s open int 866,047 Feb. 24 Trenton MFA Soybeans, 13.64 (Feb 21), 13.66 (Mar 21) 13.66 (Apr 21) 11.68 (Oct. 21) Corn, 5.24 (Feb 21), 5.22 (Mar 21) 5.22(Apr 21) 4.32 (Oct. 21) Laredo MFA Soybeans, 13.64 (Feb 21), 13.66 (Mar 21) 13.66 (Apr 21) 11.68 (Oct. 21) Corn, 5.24 (Feb 21), 5.22 (Mar 21) 5.22 (Apr 21) 4.32 (Oct. 21) Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/Carrollton (1-800-722-4407) Corn, 5.44; soybeans, 14.13; wheat, 6.66. New Crop - Corn, 4.46; soybeans, 12.08; wheat, 6.45.

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DAILY RECORD CIRCUIT COURT Associate Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Juan A. Gallegos, Spickard, waived his preliminary hearing and had his case bound over to the Circuit Division on two counts of first degree sexual abuse, both class C felonies. He is scheduled to appear in court March 11. William J. Mullenix, Trenton, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of operating a motor vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner, a class B misdemeanor and had imposition of his sentence suspended. He was placed on probation for two years and is to pay $300 to the Law Enforcement Restitution Fund, $120.50 costs and $39 recoupment of funds. He also pleaded guilty to an amended charge of operating a motor vehicle with defective brakes and was fined $200.50 and $74.50 costs. Jerry Urick, Trenton, waived formal arraignment and pleaded guilty to four counts of class A misdemeanor passing bad checks. He was sentenced to serve three months in the Grundy County Detention Center on each count, with the sentences to run consecutively. Execution of the sentence was suspended and he was placed on probation for one year. He was ordered to pay a $200 fine on each count, pay $120.50 costs and $300 to the Law Enforcement Restitution Fund. He is also to pay restitution of $1,220.50 as of this date, with the understanding that more checks will likely come in and that amount will grow, but not exceed $5,000. All of the fines, costs, restitution and LERF will be paid from a probate case as-

signment. Dolores J. Hopkins, Trenton, pleaded guilty to not wearing a seat belt and was fined $10. Cody R. Rosecrans, Belton, pleaded guilty to a class B misdemeanor charge of failing to register a motor vehicle and was fined $45.40 and $74.50 costs. Failing to appear in court and having warrants issued for their arrest were Melissa B. Brill, Galt, on a charge of operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license, a class D misdemeanor, and failing to display plates on a motor vehicle, an infraction; Lucas D. Cornwell, Carrollton, on a charge of not wearing a seat belt; Benjamin T. Milazzo, Moberly, on charges of not maintaining financial responsibility for a vehicle, a class D misdemeanor, and class B misdemeanor charges of speeding and failing to register a motor vehicle; Garit M. Leeper, Milan, on a charge of not wearing a seat belt; and Richard Tharp, Princeton, on a charge of second degree property damage, a class B misdemeanor. Ryan Hutcherson vs. Director of Revenue. The court entered a consent judgment allowing the petitioner’s driving privileges to be reinstated. Levi J. Eads v. Director of Revenue. The court entered a judgment reinstating the petitioner’s driving privileges. Jeremy R. Munson vs. Director of Revenue. The court entered a judgment reinstating the petitioner’s driving privileges. REAL ESTATE Debra L. Hudson Guffey and husband to Claude S. Harris and wife. Tom Eads and others to Dustin M. Wilson.

Man Fails To Appear In Court A Moberly man who failed to appear in court has been arrested and is being held on cash bond. According to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, Benjamin T. Milazzo, 43, failed to appear in court on a class E felony charge of non-support. Bond on that charge was set at $10,000 cash-only and he is scheduled to appear in court

March 11. He also failed to appear in court on misdemeanor charges of operating a motor vehicle without maintaining financial responsibility, speeding and failing to register a motor vehicle. His bond on the misdemeanor charges total $480. He is scheduled to appear in court on the misdemeanor charges on March 9.

Vehicles Towed After Mishap Two vehicles had to be towed from the scene following an accident investigated Feb. 22 by the Trenton Police Department at the intersection of Bulldog Avenue and Ninth Street. According to the accident report filed by Lt. Larry Smith, the mishap occurred when a vehicle driven by Martha A. Williams of Trenton was southbound on Bulldog Av-

enue, preparing to cross Ninth Street. She said she stopped at the stop sign and then pulled into the intersection, where her vehicle struck a vehicle driven by Marshall Tittsworth, also of Trenton, which was westbound on Ninth Street. No injuries were reported in the accident. Mrs. Williams was ticketed for failing to yield at a stop sign.

CARD SHOWERS A card shower has been requested for Marian Campbell, who will observe her 95th birthday on Tuesday, March 2, EW RRIVALS 2021. Cards may be sent to her Eric Jeffrey at Sunnyview Nursing Home Pflug and Apartments, 1311 E. 28th Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Pflug of St., Apt. 3, Trenton, MO Winfield, IL are the parent of 64683. an 8 pound, 3 ounce baby boy, born Feb. 17, 2021 at Central Dupage Hospital in Winfield. The baby, who was 23 inches Two local residents gradu- long, was named Eric Jeffrey ated with degrees from Mis- and is the couple’s first child. souri State University in Maternal grandparents are Springfield during the fall Mr. and Mrs. Eric Woodard of 2020 term. Trenton. Isabella Gonzalez and AshPaternal grandparents are ley Weaver, both of Trenton, Jeff and Diana Pflug and Crysearned bachelor of science de- tal Lynn, all of the Winfield grees in psychology. area.

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NORTH 65 CENTER MENUS NORTH 65 CENTER Monday-Beef goulash, tossed green salad, California blend, melon cup, garlic bread stick. Tuesday-Oven-fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered peas, fruit cup, whole wheat bread. Wednesday-BBQ riblett on hoagie bun, potato salad, green beans, pears. Thursday-Sausage gravy,

whole wheat biscuit, ham slice, hashbrown potatoes, tomato slices, apricots. Friday-Swiss steak, baked potato, mixed vegetables, strawberries and bananas, hot roll. (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.)