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King, Miller Win Board Seats, Two New Faces On Council Use Tax Narrowly Passes, Brush Law Gets Big Okay

New faces will be on the Trenton City Council and the Trenton R-9 Board of Education following Tuesday’s Municipal Election, which also saw the city of Trenton pass a use tax, voters in Grundy County pass a brush law and voters in the city of Galt approve the sale of the city’s electric distribution system.

The election drew just 17 percent of the county’s registered voters.

Trenton R-9 With seven candidates vying for two positions on the Trenton R-9 Board of Education [See ELECTION, Page 10]

Grundy County Election Results Liberty Myers

Franklin Wash.

Wilson Marion

Madison Taylor

Trenton, First Ward Glen Briggs Lance Otto

1st Ward Jefferson

2nd Ward LIncoln

3rd Ward Harrison

4th Ward Jackson

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Trenton R-9 School Board Emily Lasley Melissa King Bill Miller Michael Voorhies Joshua Shuler Jeffrey Spencer Shaun McCullough

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Trenton Use Tax Yes No Grundy County Brush Law Yes 42 26 No 9 9

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Park Board Meets To Approve Budget Efforts Move Forward Budget Contains Almost $60,000 In Capital Projects For City Parks

Park Board members met Wednesday at the Upper Moberly Shelter House, approving the 2021-22 budget, which includes modest pay increases for staff and just shy of $60,000 in capital projects planned for the city park system.

The budget shows total revenues of $529,600, with expenditures estimated at $571,504.55, for a projected deficit of $41,904.55. On the revenue side, the board anticipates $350,000 in sales tax revenue along with another $91,000 in ad valorem taxes and $56,000 in pool receipts. Another $11,000 is estimated in

pool concessions and $9,200 has been included for revenue from ballfield concessions.

On the expense side, the park department expenditures are estimated at $299,042.25, with another $272,462.30 in expenses for the pool, including a $145,254 payment on the Trenton Family Aquatic Center. TFAC utilities total $27,000 along with $17,500 for pool supplies and $60,000 for part-time wages at the aquatic center. On the park department portion of the budget, the biggest expense will be labor, which totals $77,000 along with another $22,000 in part-time wages.

Overtime, FICA, LAGERS retirement, worker’s comp and health insurance total $41,202.25.

Park Superintendent David Shockley received a raise of $1.50 per hour, which brings his salary to $42,640, while Assistant Superintendent Hunter Trask received a $1 per hour increase to $14. Another 50

cents per hour is budgeted for him when he receives his certified pool operator certification. It was agreed that Dawn Griffith, who serves as the secretary for the board, will be paid each month, whether the board meets or not, and will be paid extra if the board meets more than once in a month. She is paid $35 per meeting.

Other than personnel, there were no large expenses listed. A total of $57,990 is included for capital projects, which include $200 at the pool; $6,399 for Moberly Park; $14,000 for the shop building; $11,020 for Gladys Grimes Park; $8,300 for Burleigh Grimes Field; $2,920 for Van Meter Park and $15,250 for Eastside Park (including $10,000 to re-seal the walking trail).

The board had a fund balance of over $413,000 on Jan. 31. The new budget will go into effect on May 1.

In other business, the board approved a [See PARK BOARD, Page 10]

THS Choir Has Success At Contest Trenton Picks Up Seven State-Level Gold Ratings

The Trenton High School Choir had success at the 2021 Solo and Ensemble Contest, held virtually this year.

According to THS Vocal Music Director Tyler Busick, instead of holding separate district and state level events, all events were considered state level events and were judged accordingly. At the state level, students received either gold, silver or bronze ratings. The THS ensembles that received gold ratings included the mixed double quartet consisting of Maurissa Bonta, Adria Willey, Mari Atup, Katie Markell, Jonin Villacampa, Trent Villacampa, Trager Leeper and Caleb Johnson; the mixed double quartet consisting of Jillian Simpson, Alaina Overton, Jaica Clark, Amanda

For Historic District Commission Approves Required Resolution

Efforts continue to move forward in establishing a historic district in downtown Trenton with members of the Historic Preservation Commission approving a resolution required as part of the process to set up the district.

The commission met on Wednesday night to approve the document, which explains

the significance of the district as it relates to the criteria for designation and integrity of the district as well as listing types of exterior architectural features to be protected by the district. Other requirements per city code are also included in the resolution, including the proposal for design guidelines of HPTC review of certificates of appropriateness within the district, relationship of the district to the efforts of the commission to identify and nominate all potential cultural resources that meet the criteria for designation. The resolution also covers recommendations [See DISTRICT, Page 10]

BRIEFS Sip & Stroll Tickets On Sale

Tickets for Main Street Trenton’s Sip & Stroll: Taste of Missouri are now on sale.

The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 24 from 4 to 8 p.m. in downtown Trenton. There will be samples of Missouri wines at 17 downtown locations and the evening will also feature music by the local band, “The Ghosted” at the Trenton Elks Lodge at 8 p.m. Advance tickets are $25 and can be purchased at Vintage Vines at 805 Main St. or the Main Street Trenton office, located at 903 Main St. or online at www.eventbrite.com.

If tickets remain, they can be purchased the day of the event for $30. All participants must be at least 21 years of age.

County Commission Agenda

Trenton High School Vocal Music students who earned a gold rating at the recent contest included, from left, front row, Alaina Overton, Jaica Clark, Adria Willey, Maurissa Bonta, Katie Markell, Amanda Parrack, Jillian Simpson, Mari Atup and Sarah Tobias; back row, Trent Villacampa, Jonin Villacampa, Trager Leeper, Caleb Johnson, Travis Gifford, Jesse Ledbetter, Victor Markell, Connor Campbell and Ronald Woods. Tyler Busick is the R-9 vocal music instructor.

The Grundy County Commission will meet in regular session Tuesday at the courthouse.

Items on the announced agenda include a meeting with Grundy County Emergency Management Director Glen Briggs concerning an Emergency Management Preparedness Grant and security at 8:30 a.m., followed by a 9 a.m. meeting with representatives of Reno Dry to discuss moisture issues at the courthouse. At 11 a.m., the commission will meet with John Hickman of HIC Insurance to discuss medical insurance.

Parrack, Jesse Ledbetter, Connor Campbell, Victor Markell and Travis Gifford; the women’s sextet consisting of Jillian Simpson, Jaica Clark, Maurissa Bonta, Katie Markell, Alaina Overton and Mari Atup; and the men’s double quartet of Jesse Ledbetter, Connor Campbell, Ronald Woods, Trent Villacampa,

“A Night in Venice Masquerade” is the theme for the 2021 Trenton High School Prom, scheduled for Saturday, April 24 at the high school.

Candidates for prom royalty include king candidates Brice Gibler, Brycin Loyd and Royce Jackson, while queen candidates are Evy McCullough, Emilee Lovell and Carly Spencer. According to prom sponsor Lori Duff, grand march will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. in the new Performing Arts Center and will be by invitation only, with social distancing observed. The dance will be held in the THS gym from 8 to 10:30 p.m.

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Jonin Villacampa, Trager Leeper, Victor Markell, Caleb Johnson and Travis Gifford.

Soloists earning gold ratings were Trent Villacampa, Jillian Simpson and Caleb Johnson.

Soloists earning silver ratings were Trager Leeper, Maurissa Bonta, Jonin Villacampa, Amanda Parrack, Makayla Hamilton, Mari Atup and

Morgan King and those earning bronze ratings were Adria Willey, Haley Shultz and Jaica Clark.

The women’s sextet earning a bronze rating included Haley Shultz, Makayla Hamilton, Shelby Williams, Kate Clark, Kayleigh Snuffer and Katelyn Stevenson.

Prom Candidates Announced

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There is a chance of rain Friday night into Saturday before sunny skies return on Sunday. Saturday will see a high of 58 with Sunday hitting 70.

The high in Trenton on Monday was 80 and Tuesday’s high was 79. The high Wednesday dropped to 69 with a low of 49 and .72 of an inch of rain fell. The high on Wednesday at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 67 with a low of 46 and .66 of an inch of rain.

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Trenton Baseball Grabs First Victory Otto, Taylor Hit Homers For Bulldogs In Win TRENTON 16 EAST HARRISON 4

Through the adversity of playing with the bare minimum of players required and suffering run-rule losses left and right, the Trenton High School baseball team kept working. The local nine — literally, just nine — toiled away at practices and learned hard lessons in games.

But on Monday night Trenton traveled to Cainsville where the Bulldogs found a competition level more to their liking and made the most of the opportunity.

With a 13-run fifth inning Trenton planted itself in the win column for the first time this year as the Bulldogs defeated East Harrison 16-4 by the 10-run rule in five innings.

The much-needed win did not come easily at first, however. It was the home team that struck first plating two runs in both the first and second innings as Trenton fell behind 40.

“It’s been a rough start to the year and I could see some of the guys lose focus early (tonight),” Trenton baseball coach Joel Hultman said. “It was not a normal day since we had school off, so a slow start was not surprising. We got together and talked and I told them they are competitors. I’ve witnessed it at practice. But we needed to show the other team that we can play baseball. I think with that and with the encouragement of our seniors, they took that and went with it.”

The Bulldogs battled back

with a run in the third and two in the fourth to cut the deficit to a single run. Colin Taylor connected for his first career home run as Trenton rallied.

In the top of the fifth everything clicked as Trenton plated 13 runs. Tucker Otto joined Taylor, hitting his first career home run with a grand slam that highlighted the big frame.

Otto finished 2-for-3 with the slam, three runs scored and five RBIs. Gavin Cagle was 1for-2 with two runs and two RBIs and Bobby Shreckengaust finished 1-for-3 with two runs and two RBIs. Taylor, Brayden Clause and Brice Gibler all scored twice in the win as well.

As big as the offensive outburst was, Brayden Wiggins’ performance on the hill was equally as important. Wiggins took the ball from Otto, who started the game, in the second and threw three and two-thirds scoreless innings. He limited East Harrison to just one hit, walked two and struck out five on his way to being the game’s winning pitcher.

“Colin got us started with his bomb, then Tucker followed with a grand slam,” Hultman said. “Wiggs was great on the mound in relief.

We are seeing the flashes now; it is all about being consistent and bringing it every day. We will enjoy this one tonight and then flush it and get back to work, so we can compete against Maysville.”

With the win, Trenton improved to 1-4 overall on the season.

Trenton looked to follow its first win with its first Grand River Conference win on Thursday as the Bulldogs traveled to Maysville. Trenton returns to the diamond next on Saturday, playing host to LeBlond. The first pitch at Burleigh Grimes Field is set for noon.

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BIRD IN HAND Trenton Tennis Teams Shuts Out Benton Cardinals For the third time already in 2021, the Trenton High School boys tennis team picked up a win in which no player lost a match. The latest sweep put together by the Bulldogs ocurred on Monday as Trenton toppled visiting Benton 9-0.

Trenton’s top duo, Trent Villacampa and Brayden Sager, ran away with an 8-0 doubles victory and, though it took a little more work, the Bulldogs’ other two doubles teams picked up wins as well. Jonin Villacampa and Maverick Sole scored an 8-5 win and Riley Walker and Victor Markell won by an 8-4 score.

In singles play Trenton continued to show the way, especially at the top of the lineup.

Trent Villacampa scored a 101 win and Sager shut out his opponent, 10-0.

Jonin Villacampa escaped with a 10-7 win, but that would be the closest match of the dual as Walker won 10-0, Sole won 10-6 and Markell won 10-3.

In junior varsity action, Dylan Smith picked up an 8-0 win and Markell netted an 8-6 singles victory. at CARROLLTON On Tuesday, Trenton trav-

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TRENT VILLACAMPA hits a return shot during Trenton’s 9-0 dual win over Benton on Monday. Villacampa combined with Brayden Sager for an 8-0 doubles win and won his singles match 10-1.

eled to Carrollton where the Bulldogs picked up another victory, one that required a little more effort. The score was closer, the outcome was the same, though, as Trenton topped the Trojans 5-4.

Trent Villacampa and Sager were dealt an 8-3 loss to open the dual, but Jonin Villacampa and Walker picked up an 8-5 win and Sole and Markell combined for an 8-6 win to put

Trenton in front heading to singles play.

That lead would hold as the two schools split in singles action. Trent Villacampa picked up an 8-2 win and Jonin Villacampa won 8-3. Sole also scored a singles victory, winning 8-4. Walker was close, but dropped his singles match 8-6. Sager was defeated 8-3 and Smith lost 8-4.

One junior varsity match

was contested with Smith winning 6-0 in singles play.

Trenton’s two wins early in the week boosted the Bulldogs to 4-1 overall on the season.

Trenton has the rest of the week off before returning to action on Monday. The Bulldogs will be in Iowa for that dual, traveling to face Chariton High School. First serves are scheduled for 4 p.m.

Johnson Scores Powerlifting Victory Trenton Junior Takes First Place In His Weight Class In Iowa Caleb Johnson is having quite a junior year. He was one of Trenton’s most reliable lineman during football season. He was the third-place state medalist at 220 pounds at the MSHSAA Wrestling Championships last month.

Now, he has added a powerlifting title to his resume.

Johnson attended the 2021 Iowa State Powerlifting con-

test in Des Moines, IA — an event sanctioned by the Natural Athlete Strength Association. There he claimed the top spot in the high school division in the 220-pound weight class.

It was Johnson’s first powerlifting event, but probably won’t be his last based on the success that he had. He benched 254 pounds at the meet, squatted 419 pounds and deadlifted 480. Those numbers added up to 1,153 total pounds and a first place plaque.

Trenton will look to Johnson to again anchor the offensive and defensive lines next year as a senior. In wrestling he will be considered a state championship contender.

SPORTS BRIEFS North Central Men Hosting District Tournament The North Central Missouri College men’s basketball team will host the Central B District Tournament at the Ketcham Community Center this weekend. The winner of the tournament will advance to the NJCAA Division II National Tournament in Danville, IL. Today (Friday), North Central will take on Illinois Central in the first semifinal of the tournament at 3 o’clock. At 5 o’clock, Spoon River and Danville will collide in the second semifinal.

The championship game will be played on Saturday at the KCC, tipping off at 3 p.m.

Admittance to the semifinal games is only allowed with prepurchased tickets that were sold on Wednesday and Thursday.

Championship tickets will go on sale at the door at noon on Saturday. There will be 225 tickets available on a first-come-firstserve basis.

North Central’s women’s team will be in a similar situation at Lake Land College in Matoon, IL. NCMC takes on Lincoln Land in semifinal action on Friday at 4 p.m. A win would put them in the championship game on Saturday, most likely against top seed and host Lake Land.

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Chumbley Wins R-T’s ‘Mad Fun’ Bracket Challenge Brad Chumbley of Trenton was the winner of the RepublicanTimes’ ‘Mad Fun’ Bracket Challenge. Chumbley scored a total of 76 points to top runner-up Rick Alley’s final tally of 72.

Both Chumbley and Alley had Baylor and Gonzaga in the final, but Chumbley chose Baylor while Alley had Gonzaga.

Baylor’s 86-70 rout of Gonzaga in the final tipped the scale and earned Chumbley the $100 prize.

Local sponsors of the ‘Mad Fun’ Bracket Challenge included Hy-Vee, ServeLink, T&L Auto, Chumbley’s, Barnes-Baker, Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri, Washington Street, Main Stop and Grundy County Lumber.

Bulldog Basketball Players Honored By KMZU Radio KMZU radio out of Carrollton has released its annual KMZU Dream Team and four Trenton athletes were named as a part of the squads. Madi Moore and Chandler Lynch were named to the girls team while Chase Otto and Brycin Loyd landed on the boys team.

Each of the 60-plus schools in the KMZU listening area were awarded two players on both the boys and girls teams.

Spring Trap League Set To Begin On April 15 The Trenton trap and skeet range in north Trenton will host a spring trap league beginning on Thursday, April 15. The first night of shooting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.

Anyone wishing to enter a team or join a team may contact Dick Thompson at 359-2902 for more information.

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Girls Fight To Seventh In 19-Team Field Golfers Open Year With 7-Stroke Loss Boys 13th, Ewing And Spencer Win Gold Medals

At the onset of the 2021 track and field season, Trenton High School girls coach Chris Parks was adamant that his team would not be a bottom feeder at track meets, despite the roster having just nine athletes on it.

It is only two meets into the season, but it is safe to say that Parks’ prediction has some weight.

On Tuesday at the HoeferHusker Invitational in Higginsville, Trenton’s girls posted 48 team points, placing the Bulldogs seventh in a field of 19 teams. Trenton was just six points out of third place, too.

While the numbers have limited the opportunities to score points, the athletes that are out are making the most of their chances.

Kristi Ewing again led the Bulldogs, winning both the 200- and 400-meter dashes and placing third in the 100-meter dash. With the wind setting everyone’s times back at the meet, Ewing was still able to post first-place times of 1:01.73 in the 400 and 27.33 in the 200. Her time in the 100 was 13.48.

Shay Westerhof again backed her teammate in the sprint events, netting the Bulldogs eight points with fifthplace finishes in the 100- and 200-meter dashes. Westerhof

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TREVOR MURPHY readies to throw the shot put at the Hoefer-Husker Relays in Higginsville on Tuesday. Murphy placed fourth in the event with a throw of 11.77 meters.

was four spots behind Ewing in the 200 with a time of 28.47 and just two spots behind Ewing in the 100 with a time of 13.58.

Gracyn Rongey and Ava Simpson both had good days as well. Rongey was fourth in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:48.48 and seventh in the triple jump with a mark of 8.68 meters. Simpson finished sixth in the 1,600-meter run with a time of 5:59.47 and was sixth in the 3,200-meter run with a time of 13:27.74.

Rounding out the Trenton total was Morgan King, who placed eighth in the discus with a throw of 21.48 meters to add a point for the Bulldogs.

Host Higginsville won the meet with 94.5 team points to finish ahead of runner-up Santa Fe’s total of 67 and third-place Leeton’s total of 54. Sherwood

was fourth with 53.5 points and Lutheran and Carrollton tied for fifth, right ahead of Trenton, with 52 points each.

BOYS While Trenton netted all but one of its points on the track in the girls meet, the Bulldogs took the opposite route on the boys side.

Of the 21 points scored by the Trenton boys, all but two came from the Bulldogs’ throwers.

Dylan Spencer was the top performer for the boys, winning the discus with a throw of 39.3 meters — an improvement of almost four meters from his throw of 35.46 at the Trenton Early Bird last week.

Trevor Murphy added a fourth-place finish in the shot put with a throw of 11.77 meters and Gabe Stark was fifth in the javelin with a throw of

36.38.

Trenton had two eighthplace finishes on the track to round out its total. Coleman Griffin was eighth in the 300meter hurdles with a time of 48.62 and the 4x400-meter relay team of Griffin, Gabe Novak, Kayden Spencer and Levi Johnson was eighth with a time of 4:04.91.

Richmond claimed the boys title, scoring 120.5 points to best runner-up Lexington’s total of 108. Sweet Springs was third with 76 points, Higginsville was fourth with 71 and Crest Ridge rounded out the top five with 63.

Trenton’s track and field teams are back in action today (Friday) traveling to the Joe Shy Relays in Chillicothe. That event is scheduled for a 2 o’clock start.

Gavin Roeder watched his ball disappear over the lip and settle into the bottom of the cup on the first hole at the Brookfield Country Club. The senior’s third shot was the last one he needed to complete the par 4 hole with a birdie.

Just like that, the Trenton High School boys golf season was underway.

Unfortunately, Roeder’s birdie on the opening hole was the lone birdie of the day for the Bulldogs, who posted a team score of 216, seven strokes off Brookfield’s winning pace of 209.

“We were competitive but are just a little inexperienced at the moment,” Trenton coach Travis Mullenix said. “We definitely could have played a little better but overall I was pleased with our first outing.”

Roeder led Trenton with a 48, two strokes behind Brookfield’s Sam Clarkson for

medalist honors. Chase Otto followed with a 55 and Brycin Loyd added a 56. Rounding out the team total was a 57 from Patrick Behen. Preston Harris was also in varsity action, carding a 62.

“Three of our top five were playing their first varsity match and two of those were playing their first match ever so there is still a lot to learn and improve on,” Mullenix said. “Gavin was only a couple of strokes off medalist and had a good day. Chase also played well in his first match ever. I was proud of our effort but we still have a lot to work on. I’m looking forward it.”

CAMERON TOURNEY Trenton was at the Cameron Tournament on Wednesday, placing ninth out of 11 teams with a score of 440.

Roeder was the lone Bulldog to break 100, shooting a 98. Otto again followed with a 109 and Loyd had the thirdlowest score on the team with a 111. Harris had a mark of 122 to round out the team score and Behen was also in action, shooting a 125.

Trenton will be in Carrollton today (Friday) competing in triangular action with the host Trojans and Concordia.

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OP/ED COLUMN ONE SETH HERROLD

WHATEVER IT TAKES This weekend the back-to-backto-back Region 16 champion North Central Missouri College men’s basketball team will look to become a back-to-back-toback district champion and national tournament qualifier.

Hi, Seth Herrold here, North Central class of 2004. Yep, I’m an alum and, to clarify, an alum of the school not the basketball program. When you are the sixth man at a school the size of Gilman City it usually means your playing days are over after graduation.

But as an alum I am incredibly proud of the men’s basketball program and what it has accomplished over the past three years. When the Pirates won their first region championship in 2019 it marked the first time in the program’s 20-year history that it had won a game at the region tournament. Three years later, the Pirates haven’t lost a game at a region tournament. Last year, a 27-3 Pirates’ team was destined for the national tournament in Danville, IL when COVID hit. We will never know what NCMC could have accomplished at that tournament, but the 27-3 record is the best in school history.

When I was in school at NCMC the team hovered around .500 and there were dudes from the Bahamas running around the court. Needless to say the program has climbed a long way since those days. I’m not sure it makes the jump it has without Jeremy Esry.

Take nothing away from the previous coach — Steve Richman. His fingerprints are all over this program, too.

Esry played for Richman and then coached under him.

In these past three seasons Richman has been the athletic director for the school and been there for Esry to bounce ideas off.

But, make no mistake, Esry has taken this program to another level — an elite level. He does it with his recruiting and he does it with his coaching.

In the Region 16 championship game this year, North Central defeated St. Louis 80-77. Atavian Butler had 23 points and nine rebounds — he is from St. Louis. Jeramy Shaw had 14 points, seven rebounds and five assists — he is from St. Louis. Jackson Andrews scored nine points — he is from St. Louis. Esry out-recruited St. Louis Community College in their own back yard and beat the Archers three times this year. So recruiting?

Yeah, Esry has that. He has created inroads in St. Louis and Kansas City and is going head-to-head with Region 16 rivals in their own cities. He is beating them too. With Esry at the helm the quality of player on the court at North Central is always going to be very good.

And coaching? I remember talking with a co-worker who attended the first game of the season this year — a 118-115 double overtime win over Kansas City Kansas. She noticed what a lot of people noticed that night. North Central was running the floor a lot, but they were out of control. The fast breaks were a mess. I said ‘give Esry some time with them, he will have them lined out by the end of the year.’ Fast forward to that region championship game last Saturday. Butler hits Shaw in transition, Shaw goes back to Butler, Butler hits Andrews on the wing for a pull-up three-pointer in transition. Three incredibly crisp passes, each one well thought out without sacrificing speed. Andrews’ triple nearly cut the net in half.

So, yeah, Esry can coach.

There are more important things on the college’s budget than coaching salaries, I get that. But, at the same time, North Central can’t afford to let Esry get away. He’s winning games, he’s winning recruiting wars.

Stuff like that gets noticed. He’s still young for a college coach, too. Offers are going to come.

North Central has a new athletic director now as Richman is retiring. At the top of the to-do list should be keeping Esry in his current position. Get the rich alumni on the phone (Unfortunately I don’t fall in that category) and add some dollars from the outside if it comes to it.

North Central could stand to treat athletics a little more like what big schools do in terms of reaching out to alumni for some additional funding outside the school’s annual budget.

No one lasts forever but, as a Pirate fan and alum outside of my profession, I’m hoping Esry calls Trenton home for a very long time.

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EAT - This is one you are going to have to hunt out, but it fits with my column. Make a day trip out of it and try the wings at The Peanut in Kansas City. The first time I ever had them was due to a recommendation from Esry himself. The guy knows good basketball, but he also knows good wings.

READ - Switching gears from basketball to golf for the last two recommendations — without calling Esry’s questionable golf game into focus. Read The Match: The Day the Game of Golf Changed Forever by Robert Frost. This true story is incredible and Frost does a fantastic job bringing it to life.

WATCH - The Masters is one of the greatest golfing events of the year. Sunday’s championship round coverage starts at 1 p.m. on CBS.

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Capitol Perspectives: How Missouri Controls Filibusters

by Phill Brooks

The debate about changing U.S. Senate filibuster rules demonstrates how different that chamber is from Missouri's Senate.

GUEST EDITORIALS Missouri Senate rules make it more difficult to kill a bill by a filibuster.

Unlike the U.S. Senate, a filibustering Missouri senator must maintain the floor, although the floor can be yielded to a colleague to grab a meal or take a nap.

Without support from colleagues, a one-senator filibuster is doomed.

That was demonstrated in 2007 when Sen. Matt Bartle, R-Jackson County, launched a one-person filibuster to block confirmation of a University of Missouri curator nominee who supported embryonic stem cell research.

With no support from fellow Republicans, Bartle stood alone for 17 hours before abandoning his futile effort against the Republican governor's nominee.

Another major difference is that unlike the super-majority vote required in the U.S. Senate to stop a filibuster, it takes just a majority of Missouri Senators.

You know a filibuster will end when a majority party leader walks around the chamber showing minority party members the written motion to shut off debate signed by majority party members.

Actually, many Missouri filibusters are not designed to kill a specific bill before the chamber.

Some are launched to force a compromise or to demonstrate to special interests that opponents really tried to block the vote.

For a while after Republicans gained

control of the Senate, some Democrats would filibuster simply to slow down the process to run out time for the pile of Republican bills awaiting a vote before the session's mandatory adjournment.

Sen. Jamilah Nasheed, D-St. Louis, confessed to me she had launched a filibuster against a colleague's bill just to get even about something unrelated to the bill before the chamber.

Years earlier, senators like Richard Webster, R-Carthage, and Danny Staples, D-Eminence, launched entertaining Senate performances just to calm tensions or to have fun.

So many times Staples would tell tall tales about his childhood horse Trixe.

Four decades ago, Sen. Clifford Jones, R-St. Louis County, demonstrated that even a "talking filibuster" was not necessary, His filibuster came during the historic, first live broadcast of the Missouri Senate during debate on the death penalty.

Because the state's top rated radio station, KMOX, was broadcasting the debate, senators rose to make longwinded, self-serving grandstand speeches that had little to do with the actual bill before the chamber.

To demonstrate his annoyance with his colleagues, when Jones was recognized to speak, he did not.

Instead he rose and silently pantomimed with arm and hand gestures for minutes on end.

As Bob Hardy and I filled the silence, I explained to listeners that Jones was not mocking our broadcast, but his own colleagues.

As far as I know, no Senator since has tried to control the Senate with a "songs of silence" filibuster.

Also decades ago, I experienced a

demonstration of a frivolous filibuster when a group of senior senators launched a filibuster as a birthday present for my wife.

Lori was in the Capitol so we quickly could go to dinner to celebrate her birthday after the Senate adjourned the evening session.

During a short recess, I introduced her to a group of senators I regularly covered.

Learning she was a political science major in college, they promised a birthday present. I expected it would be a short recognition of her sitting in the visitors' gallery overlooking the Senate.

But it turned out to be a filibuster attacking Democrat Gov. Warren Hearnes and Republican Attorney General John Danforth on a completely false charge of political chicanery.

Sitting at the Senate floor press table, I was too embarrassed to respond to my colleagues' speculations about what was going on.

Because of these incidents I regularly told my students that covering the Senate was like going to a circus without purchasing a ticket.

But I sense the growing partisan and ideological tensions have diminished the frivolity of filibusters that made Missouri's Senate such an entertaining arena for both members and reporters. ========================== [Phill Brooks has been a Missouri statehouse reporter since 1970, making him dean of the statehouse press corps.

He is the statehouse correspondent for KMOX Radio, director of MDN and an emeritus faculty member of the Missouri School of Journalism. He has covered every governor since the late Warren Hearnes.]

Preserving The Right To Bear Arms

by Sheriff Scott Munsterman President, Missouri Sheriffs' Association and Sheriff David Parrish President, Missouri Sheriffs United Over the past few months the Missouri Sheriff's Association has been accused of standing in the way of the Second Amendment Preservation Act now moving through the legislature in Jefferson City. Our association, comprised of 114 Sheriffs, has even been accused of being against our citizens' right to bear arms. This disingenuous and misleading campaign is unjustified and is intended to cause undue alarm for our constituents.

GUEST EDITORIALS As the elected chief law enforcement officer of their counties, Missouri Sheriffs are unique in law enforcement and have held office since the birth of our state.

We answer directly to our constituents and we understand our role as protectors of our law abiding citizens' rights.

For 200 hundred years, Sheriffs have taken an oath to uphold the laws of our state, and to support and defend the United States and Missouri Constitutions. This includes our citizen's right to bear arms. Sheriff's will always “stand in the gap” between our law abiding citizens and any intrusion by federal politicians seeking to take away law abiding citizens 2nd Amendment protections.

While SAPA proposes to offer protection from federal politicians who seek to infringe on our law abiding citizens right to bear arms, (Something Missouri Sheriffs respect and understand), it also offers a layer of protection to dangerous criminals. For example, if a dangerous criminal robs the local bank at gunpoint or a child is kidnapped at gunpoint, Mis-

souri law enforcement could not investigate these matters or offer “material aid” to the FBI in any way. If we do offer support to our federal partners and the suspect is federally prosecuted, we are in violation of SAPA. SAPA then allows anyone to sue the county, the Sheriff's Office, and the individual officer. The minimum fine is $50,000.00. We do not believe our constituents will support civil suits brought on because criminals were prosecuted federally.

Missouri law enforcement agencies are required to protect our citizens from dangerous criminals who would do them harm and our citizens know and expect that. Victims of these crimes, along with their families, are too often left behind in our justice system.

Sheriffs repeatedly see offenders granted more protections, programs and services than victims themselves. SAPA offers another unintended layer of protection to these offenders, and would cause a chilling effect on law enforcement's ability to work together.

Operation LeGend, led by the United States Attorney General's Office, is an example of how important the cooperation of city, county, state, and federal law enforcement is to the safety of our communities. Because of these efforts, hundreds of dangerous criminals are in jails and federal penitentiaries, instead of on our streets.

We all know criminals do not abide by laws and they certainly do not abide by borders or jurisdictional boundaries.

This is why Sheriffs assign deputies to Joint Terrorism Task Forces, DEA and

Drug Task Forces, ATF, FBI, ICE and United States Marshals Task Forces. It should be noted these federal agents are also Missouri residents risking their lives to protect our communities as well.

SAPA would make these types of cooperative efforts illegal.

As Sheriffs we understand and believe our law abiding citizens want to be safe in their homes and their communities. They also want Sheriffs to use every tool in the toolbox to keep them that way.

The Missouri First Organization, led

by Ron Calzone, continues to push the narrative that the leadership of the Missouri Sheriffs' Association is against your 2nd Amendment rights. Mr. Calzone takes the position that Missouri law enforcement should not work with federal law enforcement to arrest and convict dangerous criminals. As a private citizen he has that choice and he bears no responsibility when criminals go free or innocent law abiding citizens are harmed.

Sheriffs and all of law enforcement have an ethical, legal, and moral duty to protect law abiding citizens in every way.

We have had numerous discussions with other Missouri law enforcement organizations, senators and representatives who feel the same responsibility.

Missourians can rest assured that your Sheriff will always be there to protect our law-abiding citizens' constitutional right to bear arms. But we still have to be able to aggressively go after the bad guys. We know our constituents trust us to do both.

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The Trenton Elks Lodge installed its 2021-22 officers during a ceremony held March 27.

They include, from left, front row, Rickey Foster, tiler; Dave McGinness, esquire; Nathan Meservey, treasurer; Ann Davis, chaplain; and Kenny Davis, inner guard; back row, David Chappell, one-year trustee; Jerry Korody, lecture knight; Matt Roberts, loyal knight; Harry Kately, exalted ruler; and Marvin Humphreys, three-year trustee. Not pictured are Ryan Tepen, leading knight; Dennis McAtee, two-year trustee; and Shawn Oliver, secretary.

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The S.M. Rissler Elementary School cafeteria cooks recently held an Easter Basket Drawing. One student from each grade level was chosen. The winners were, from left, Sabrina Mills, fourth grade; Lily Hall, third grade; Josie Blackburn, second grade; Levi Romesburg, first grade; and Ty Lisle, kindergarten.

“Quilt In A Night” Event Is Set The Scrappy Quilter’s quilt guild will be hosting a “Quilt in A Night” sewing event on May 4, at the First Baptist Church in Trenton.

The sewing time will be from 4 to 8 p.m. with a light meal being provided to those who attend.

“Quilt in A Night” will be an evening of sewing together on a quilt that will be used by the guild for their charity projects. The quilt includes two blocks and they will be constructed using the guilds fabrics. This will be an

opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about quilting and the projects the guild does for the community.

Anyone wanting to join the group will need to bring a working sewing machine and the necessary supplies if they wish to do any sewing. The guild will provide the irons and cutting supplies. There is no cost to join the group however they do ask that you contact Donna Wilson or Cyndi Johnson in advance so the meal can be planned accordingly.

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Students at Rissler Elementary School have been honored with the Terrific Kid Award for April, recognized for demonstrating the character trait of “sense of humor.” The award is presented each month by the Trenton Kiwanis Club and Hardee’s of Trenton. Those selected for April include, from left, front row, kindergarten students Jase Harkins, Brantley Knapp, Mason Kirk, Reed Rongey and Hudson Koenig; first graders Emmett Capo, Audrey Lee, Cooper Eaton, Jhett Ferguson and Korbyn McClellan; middle row, second graders Michael Nichol, Lucas Troxel and Wesley Stiles; third graders Ryker Murphy, Bentlee Tunnell, Kamdyn Dowling and Jaxon Henley; and back row, fourth graders Emma Welch, Tavyn Milazzo, Caleb Dixon and Bailey Lewis. Not pictured is second grade student Dexter Smith.

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35 Chew on, as a bone 36 Beef-lover’s entrée 37 Personal web page 38 Maggie, to Bart 39 Dangerous fish 40 “__ porridge hot…”

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body or where 26 Bits of parsley 29 Heart attack 34 Swimming spots 35 Fluctuate 36 Charge 37 Green fruit 38 All __ up; in a row 39 Fish organ 40 “A rose __ rose…”

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57 In __ straits; desperate 58 Depressed 59 One’s specialty 60 Performances 61 __ red; becomes irate 62 Bread recipe verb 63 Most ideal DOWN 1 Think deeply 2 “__ Like Love”; Amanda Peet

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Dear Annie: I am 57 years old and autistic. Due to my inability to read people and my own bad choices, I am the single mother of three adult children, whom I love and am indescribably proud of. But I have never been loved. As a child, I was sexually abused by my father for years. A teacher sexually assaulted me in high school.

I'm terrified of male doctors.

But two years ago, I started having to go to a doctor regularly to get injections in my eyes. If any other man even got that close to me, I'd go through the roof. But this man can get up in my face with a hypodermic and poke a hole in my eye, and, somehow, I'm fine. In fact, I feel safe around him. I have had nightmares on a couple of occasions and found that I changed the dream to imagine I was lying next to this doctor with my head on his shoulder, and I wasn't afraid anymore. Why can't I find a man like this? And are autistic people like me allowed to be loved? -- When Will I Be Loved Dear WWIBL: I'm so sorry that people who should have protected you instead hurt you.

That should never happen to

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anyone. None of it was your fault.

It makes sense that you would find yourself attached to this doctor, an authority figure with a gentle manner. You've been vulnerable with him, and he has validated that trust. It's just the opposite of what you got growing up. But the healing that you seek won't come from any man, no matter how caring he is.

It will come from you, working through the severe trauma you've been carrying for decades, with the help of trained specialists.

There are several resources I'd encourage you to make use of. The first is the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network hotline at 1-800-656-4673, which can connect you with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area.

I also urge you to find a counselor, preferably one who specializes in trauma and/or serving clients who have autism.

Find one by asking your primary care doctor or calling the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration hotline at 1-800-662-4357. (SAMHSA can also provide referrals to sup-

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port groups and communitybased organizations.)

You may also be interested in the book "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk, a psychiatrist and researcher who has decades of experience helping patients recognize, cope with and recover from post-traumatic stress disorder.

Lastly, you're not just allowed to be loved; you are loved. You've raised three children who, no doubt, care a great deal for you.

Dear Annie: I am a stepmother to a beautiful woman whom I love very much. She has given us three beautiful granddaughters and a handsome grandson. Sadly, my husband has a very rare and very aggressive form of cancer and it looks terminal.

My question for you: Do I continue to be a stepmother after his passing? I know it's most likely up to her, but I was curious about the proper protocol.

This will help me determine how I introduce her to others.

Will she always be my stepdaughter, or does she become my late husband's daughter? -Stumped Step Dear Stumped: I'm so sorry to hear about your husband. I encourage you to continue calling her "stepdaughter" and treating her as a daughter. You two will need each other more than ever in the years to come.

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Managing expectations Inflation surge in Europe? Pay no attention — at least when it comes to monetary policy.

That’s the emphatic message from the European Central Bank. The ECB assures that a projected spike in inflation to an annual 2% later this year will be temporary, due in part to comparisons with last year’s plunging oil price.

The ECB has been keeping interest rates low through massive bond buying, including 1.85 trillion euros ($2.18 trillion) in ongoing bond purchases with newly printed money through at least March, 2022.

The ECB doesn’t want fears that it might ease off this stimulus to lead to higher market interest rates.

Rising rates could slow the eurozone’s lagging recovery even more. That’s one reason the central bank for Germany, France and the 17 other countries that use the euro said it would conduct bond purchases at a “significantly higher pace” this quarter.

ECB chief economist Philip Lane wrote in a blog post that any inflation spike “does not constitute the basis for a sustained shift in inflation dynamics.” The investor takeaway: tighter monetary policy in Europe is still a long way off.

Alternate projections for HICP inflation in the euro area (Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices) 2.5 %

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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!

TJun11 ------------------------------------------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 FJun11 ------------------------------------------WILSON’S HEATING & COOLING - We service all makes and models. Authorized Rheem Dealer. Bill Wilson 660359-3403.

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RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital. 5 Unit sizes available, prices starting at $19 per month. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 359-1069 or 359-7683.

Fdtf ------------------------------------------H & S CONTRACTING Remodeling, room additions, garages & decks * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing & excavation. Kale Hoerrmann Owner, 30 years experience – 660-953-0724.

FMay28 ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT BUILDERS 660-684-6931 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport POLE BARNS – GARAGES Spray foam insulation FJun11 ------------------------------------------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 FMay28 ------------------------------------------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 FJun18 ------------------------------------------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 TMar16-Apr9* ------------------------------------------Cross Winds Reiki Complementary Health Care Stress and Relaxation Technique Connie Cross, RN Usui HF Reiki® Master Usui HF Karuna Reiki® Master Located in the Cross Chiropractic Building 1200 E. 9th St. * Trenton, MO 64683 * 660-359-1292 Email: crosswindsreikichc@gmail.com FB: CrossWinds Reiki Complementary Health Care The peaceful way to health and relaxation! dMar23-Apr16* ------------------------------------------Lawn work, stump grinding, flower beds, brush cutting, fence row clearing and more! Call me about your project! Good work at a good price. Contact Dustin Wilson, 660-635-1282.

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Offering General Satellite TV & Related Services!

Jim's Satellite 660-953-0215 TMar23-Apr16 ------------------------------------------TROY GEORGE EXCAVATING Skid Steer Loader - Tree Shearer - Brush Piling - Spray Stumps Dirt Work • Road Tubes• Grading Back Filling • Repair Terrace Tile Trenton, MO Serving Rural Grundy County 660-359-1053 cell TMar30-Apr30 ------------------------------------------SHADY BROOK GREENHOUSE Located East of Chula on Hwy. KK 660-639-2052 Hours: M-Sat., 8am-6pm after hours, give us a call!

Bulk Garden Seeds Weeks Roses Candy Onions $2.50 bunch Seed Potatoes $0.50/lb. or $19.50/50 lbs.

Planters Hanging Baskets MANY SIZES AND VARIETIES TO CHOOSE FROM Bedding & Vegetable Plants $1.40/pack, $15.50/flat TApr6-May7 ------------------------------------------Echo Valley Greenhouse 12944 Hwy D. Princeton, MO 64673 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Monday - Saturday Closed Sunday Quality bareroot fruit trees, potting soil, garden seed, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, rhubarb, brambles, strawberries, onions, herbs, asparagus, perennials, bedding plants, fertilizers, hanging baskets.

North of Trenton, take Hwy 65 to Hwy D. Then, 7 miles west, Detweiler's.

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FOR SALE

Garden Headquarters! Garden seeds, assorted garden tools, best prices in town. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 3593660.

T466d16 ------------------------------------------2 cemetery lots in Resthaven Cemetery in Garden of Devotion (prime location). $1500 for both.

Call 316-640-4761. C333d16* -------------------------------------------

FOR RENT

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

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

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

REAL ESTATE

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

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

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CALL MELISSA For Results That Move You!

MELISSA PURKAPILE 359-1101

INSURANCE

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 ------------------------------------------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 ------------------------------------------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 TMay28 ------------------------------------------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 -------------------------------------------

WANTED

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

FApr6-30* ------------------------------------------Wanting to buy standing timber: cottonwood, maple, oak, walnut. Call 660-646-5082 after 6:00 p.m. dtf -------------------------------------------

Square bales of Brome (1st & 2nd cutting) & Mixed grass (1st cutting). Big Round bales of Mixed Grass Hay. Satisfaction Guaranteed * Delivery available. Call Bob Holloway, 660-358-2128 FMar16-Apr9 ------------------------------------------Angus bulls for sale. 18 months old and older. 660-6351629 or 660-654-1257.

FMar30-Apr23 ------------------------------------------Looking for pasture ground to rent. 20 acres or less in Grundy County. Contact Matt Petrone at 660-654-4797.

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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 ------------------------------------------The Green Hills Women’s Shelter is seeking bids for mowing at our Trenton location.

Please send your bids to Green Hills Women’s Shelter, Attn: Lisa Dicks, at PO Box 107, Cameron, MO 64429. For more information or to set up a time to view the property, please contact Lisa Dicks at (816) 724-3992. Applications will be accepted until Monday, April 19, 2021 at 5:00 pm. The Green Hills Women’s Shelter reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to modify or change contractual requirements, or to accept any bid which it believes to be in its best interest.

G461d9 ------------------------------------------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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WEB SITES

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

PICK GREG For All Your Real Estate Needs!

GREG FREEMAN 358-4003

PickGreg.com dtf ----------------------------------------For Sale or Rent - 2 bedroom with out buildings in Humphreys, MO. Call 660-359-7030.

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FARM NEEDS

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 ------------------------------------------*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-358-2682 L905tf ------------------------------------------WANTED: Land to lease for deer & turkey hunting within 40 miles of Gilman City. Does not have to be a big tract, having game that uses it is more important. We are bow hunting deer & turkey, could work around it if you firearm hunt on this property.

Please call Paul at 651-2382697 to discuss.

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

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING! Positive working environment • 30+ hours per week • Experience preferred, but will train. Must pass background check and physical. Doodlebugs Daycare. Apply at Career Center, 1104 Main St., Trenton, MO. TMar30-Apr23 ------------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking an Athletic Trainer. 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.

N442d9 ------------------------------------------Mid-States Services, LLC is accepting applications for an Appliance Sales and Repair Technician. This position requires knowledge or interest in learning appliance repair, excellent communication skills, and the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Interested applicants may obtain the application at www.midstates.net, or 2626 Oklahoma Avenue. Submit a completed application by April 19, 2021 to: Mid-States Services, LLC, Attention: Peggy Boulware, 4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683. EOE/M/F/H/V M427d9 -------------------------------------------

Lifeline Customer Service Representative Serve Link Home Care is seeking a part-time candidate to lead our Lifeline program. Individual will provide phone and inhome support for Lifeline Personal Emergency Services serving 300 persons in the Green Hills region. Installation and maintenance of equipment in customer's homes plus inventory management and coordination with business department.

Hourly wage plus mileage and travel time. Flexible schedule.

Call 660-359-4218 Ext. 12 or apply online at servelinkhomecare.com. EOE. TMar30-Apr23 ------------------------------------------IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Serve Link Home Care is Immediately Hiring! Part-time (20+ hours a week) Home Care Aides needed in Grundy, Mercer, Livingston and Linn Counties. Up to $500 sign up bonus available for committed, caring and dependable candidates. Help your neighbors and join our team!

Flexible scheduling, mileage and travel time paid. Call 660-3594218 Ext. 20 or apply online at servelinkhomecare.com. EOE. TMar30-Apr23 ------------------------------------------Help Wanted - Dental Assistant/Office Help. Experience preferred but not required. Bring resumes to 1011 Cedar.

C467d20 ------------------------------------------Route Driver/Vending, fulltime, pay is dependent upon experience. Must have Class E license or ability to get one. Must have clean driving record. Must pass drug test. Pick up application at Trenton Coca-Cola, 821 Industrial Drive, Trenton, or call 660-339-7016 with questions.

T468d13 ------------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking an Enrollment Marketing Specialist. 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.

N469d20 ------------------------------------------HELP WANTED - Someone to mow George Peery Cemetery east of Edinburg. 660-654-3124.

W659d13* ------------------------------------------Grundy Electric Cooperative, Inc. has an opening for an apprentice lineman. This position will be stationed at Trenton, Missouri. Job duties include, but are not limited to, all aspects of maintenance and construction of overhead and underground electrical systems. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

This position also requires a valid CDL and medical DOT certification. Pre-employment physical and drug testing will be required. To apply submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: Grundy Electric Cooperative, Inc., Attention: Cathy McKay, 4100 Oklahoma Avenue, Trenton, MO 64683. The deadline for submitting a resume is April 30, 2021.

EOE/M/F/H/V G470d27 ------------------------------------------Green Hills Women's Shelter has an Overnight Advocate position opening at our Trenton location. This is a full-time position with benefits. This is a sleeping position but must answer phones if they ring and assist clients when necessary. The hours are 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Monday thru Thursday. The starting pay is $10.30 per hour. Applications can be found on our website at www.greenhillswomensshelter.n et. Applications will be accepted through Monday, April 26, 2021 at 5:00 pm. Please email applications to jvestal@ghwshelter. org or ldicks@ghwshelter.org.

GHWS is an EOE. G472d23 ------------------------------------------Trenton Main Stop is seeking 2 part-time cashiers. Days/hours may vary. Apply at 410 Main St., Trenton.

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CLASSIFIEDS Part-time Maintenance Worker for Apartment Complex in Trenton. Must have basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical and able to trouble shoot. Please send resume to Community Housing Management, 730 S. 6th Street, St. Joseph, MO 64501 or you can email to sgsmith@chm-inc.org.

Equal Housing Employer.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION I In Re the Marriage of: Kelsey Manley and Gage Manley KELSEY MANLEY, Petitioner, vs.

GAGE MANLEY, Respondent.

Case No. 21AG-DR00044 NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO GAGE MANLEY You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is a suit for dissolution of marriage.

The names of all the parties to said suit are stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorneys for Petitioner is: Brandon F. Greer Cleaveland, Macoubrie and Cox, L.L.C. 515 Washington Street P.O. Box 467 Chillicothe, Missouri 64601 You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petition within fortyfive (45) days after the 2nd day of April, 2021, judgment by default will be rendered against you.

It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to law in the Trenton RepublicanTimes, a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Grundy, State of Missouri.

A true copy from the record.

Witness my hand and seal of the Circuit Court this 30th day of March, 2021. /s/ Becky Stanturf Circuit Clerk dApr2,9,16,23 ------------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Alan Thrasher 311 N Atkinson Trenton, MO 64683 and Estate of Sterling George Thrasher, deceased

By Personal Representative Alan Thrasher 311 N Atkinson Trenton, MO 64683 Petitioners, vs.

Velda W. Thrasher, deceased and each above Defendant's heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, donees, alienees, administrators, executors, creditors, guardians, trustees and other legal representatives,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF HEARING To all persons who claim any interest in the property Velda W. Thrasher, deceased, as an heir of said decedent or through any heir of said decedent: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above court by Alan Thrasher, et al, for the determination of the heirs of Velda W. Thrasher, deceased, and of their respective interests as such heirs in and with respect to the following described property owned by said decedent at the time of death, towit: All that part of the Southeast One-fourth (SE1/4) of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) and the Southwest One-fourth (SW1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section Thirtytwo (32), in Township Sixty-two (62), of Range Twenty-two (22), described as beginning at a point four hundred sixty (460) feet East and five hundred ten (510) feet, nine (9) inches South of the Northwest corner of the Southwest One-fourth (SW1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of said Section; thence West to State Highway No. 6; thence in a Northeasterly direction along South line of said State Highway to a point North of the place of beginning; thence South to the place of beginning.

Petitioner’s attorney is Tara L. Walker whose business address is 1210 Oklahoma Avenue, Suite A, Trenton, Missouri 64683.

You are hereby required to appear to answer said petition on May 12th at 1:30 p.m. in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri, at Trenton, at which time and place said petition will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment may be entered in due course upon said petition.

Jill Eaton Clerk, Probate Division Circuit Court of Grundy County, MO dApr9,16,23,30 ------------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Case No. 21AG-PR00017 ROGER BONNETT, et al, Petitioners, vs.

BARBARA L. BONNETT, deceased, and each above Defendant’s heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, donees, alienees, administrators, executors, creditors, guardians, trustees and other legal representatives, Respondent.

NOTICE OF HEARING To all persons who claim any interest in the property of Barbara L. Bonnett, deceased, as an heir of said decedent or through any heir of said decedent: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above court by Roger Bonnett, et al, for the determination of the heirs of Barbara L., Bonnett, deceased, and of their respective interests as such heirs in and with respect to the following described property owned by said decedent at the time of death, to wit: A strip of land located in Block Five (5), of Railroad Addition to the City of Trenton, Missouri, described as Commending 101 feet East and 50 feet South of the Northwest corner of said Block; thence South 56 feet; thence West 10 feet; thence North 56 feet; thence East 10 feet to the place of beginning.

Petitioner’s attorney is Tara L. Walker whose business address is 1210 Oklahoma Avenue, Suite A, Trenton, Missouri 64683.

You are hereby required to appear to answer said petition on April 22, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri, at Trenton, at which time and place said petition will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment may be entered in due course upon said petition.

Jill Eaton Clerk, Probate Division Circuit Court of Grundy County, MO dMar26,Apr2,9,16 -------------------------------------------

AGRICULTURE

Trenton FFA Spotlight

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Trenton FFA Chapter member Kaci Persell participated in the Missouri State Pet Breeders Association public speaking contest March 12 at Lebanon. Her speech was focused on the positive aspects of the pet breeding industry and she received second place in the state contest, earning a $300 cash prize. (Information submitted by Trenton FFA member Randy Bowden).

Extension Notes

by University of Missouri Extension

CLARIFYING MISSOURI’S FENCE LAW

By Joe Koenen Agricultural Business Specialist University of Missouri Extension The year 2021 will bring some changes, challenges and a good year for farmers – at least let us hope. Today I am planning to clarify some issues that continually come up related to Missouri’s fence law.

If you remember Missouri has 2 laws in place depending on the county involved. Livingston County is a general law

county, however, if you own land in Grundy, Linn or Caldwell counties that land is under the local option law. These laws are very different. In Livingston county, only a livestock owner is required by law to have a boundary fence. In the other local option law counties mentioned, a landowner is the legally responsible party whether or not that landowner has livestock. Now let me discuss some other issues to clarify.

One very confusing issue is that of boundaries and what you

Eric Wong is one of the many outstanding members in the Trenton FFA chapter. His greatest achievements have been his involvement in contest teams.

Eric’s freshman year he competed in the FFA Knowledge contest. Eric has attended many activities through FFA from attending chapter meetings, volunteering at the thrift store, FFA cookshacks, Greenhand Initiation, Greenhand Motivational Conference and also attending the NW District CDE contest.

Eric currently has a Placement SAE project in the field of Food Science and Technology. He started this SAE project his Freshman year and has continued throughout his whole high school career. For this project he works at China Fresh doing various tasks including answering phone calls, taking customers’ orders, and running the cash register.

After he graduates from high school, Eric plans to pursue a Master’s Degree in Computer Science.

Written and Submitted by Trenton FFA member Kaci Persell

can or cannot do. Remember in Livingston county, only the livestock owner can be obligated or own the fence. The other landowner if they do not have livestock against it cannot move or change the fence. That is true even if you have a survey if the fence has been there for more than 10 years without a legal case involved. There is also a tradition in Missouri that 10 feet on each side of the fence be cleared of trees and brush.

While it is a good tradition, it is not the law and you cannot enforce it on your neighbor. However, if a tree or brush or yours fall on his/her fence, you (as a non-livestock owner) can be held liable. If the trees/brush is obstructing (in or on) the fence, those and anything on the fence can be removed!

Another issue worth clarifying is when both livestock owners are running livestock against each other. In that case, both of

them are responsible for ½ of the fence. The law states that is the right half as we meet across our boundary fence facing each other. Anything else must be in writing and recorded.

There are multiple resources to look over the current law including 2 guides. They are available at www.extension.missouri.edu and search “Missouri fence law”.

You can also contact the Livingston county office at (660) 646-0811 or myself at koenenj@missouri.edu or (660) 947-2705 for information or individual questions.

NOTE: If you have any thoughts or ideas for programming in fall/winter of 2021, please let the office know. We can do programs in marketing, farm leases, fence law, succession planning, Annie’s Project and farm financial issues.

Please let us know how we can serve you.

Will Electric Cars Lead To End Of Biofuels?

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The president and auto industry maintain the nation is on the cusp of a gigantic shift to electric vehicles and away from liquid-fueled cars, but biofuels producers and some of their supporters in Congress aren’t buying it. They argue that now is the time to increase sales of ethanol and biodiesel, not abandon them.

To help address climate change, President Joe Biden has proposed an infrastructure plan that includes billions of dollars to pay for 500,000 electric vehicle charging stations, electrify public vehicles and enhance the nation’s power grid. These moves follow initiatives in California and other states to mandate electric vehicle sales and a goal by General Motors to shift production fully to electric vehicles by 2035.

Yet any shift from liquid-fueled cars to electric would be gradual, given the fleet of 279 million petroleum-powered vehicles now on U.S. roads. And producers of

Wanting to buy

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corn-based ethanol and soy-based biodiesel argue that biofuels will be needed for the foreseeable future.

The government's promotion of electric vehicles comes as the U.S. works to reduce carbon emissions that worsen climate change and to compete in the increasingly electric global auto market.

The transportation sector accounts for the largest share of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, and more than 80% of that comes from cars, pickups and larger trucks, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

LMC Automotive, a consulting firm, predicts more than 1 million electric vehicles will be sold in the U.S. in 2023, rising to over 4 million by 2030 — still less than one-quarter of normal annual new vehicle sales of around 17 million. Electric vehicles now comprise less than 2% of U.S. new-vehicle sales.

Citing a recent study from Harvard and Tuft universities that found ethanol emits

46% less carbon than gasoline, biofuels advocates say it’s imperative for the climate that the nation prioritize increased biofuel production.

Geoff Cooper, who heads the St. Louisbased Renewable Fuels Association, calls ethanol the “low-hanging fruit” for reducing carbon emissions and slowing global warming. He supports an immediate move from gasoline blended with 10% ethanol to a blend of 15%.

“If the goal is to reduce carbon impacts of our transportation sector and we knew we’re going to be using hundreds of billions of gallons of liquid fuels for the next several decades, why not take steps now to reduce the carbon intensity of those liquid fuels?” Cooper said.

Each year, U.S. refineries produce about 15 billion gallons of ethanol — about 10% the volume of gasoline — and 1.5 billion gallons of biodiesel, which is typically blended with petroleum-based diesel for trucks and other heavy vehicles.

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Land to lease for deer & turkey hunting within 40 m iles of Gilm an City.

Does not have to be a big tract, having gam e that uses it is m ore im portant.

W e are bow hunting deer & turkey, could work around it if you firearm hunt on this property.

Please call Paul at

AARON LANDES 660-358-2682

651-238-2697 to d is c u s s .

WANTED! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks Highest Prices Paid!

You Call - We Come Get It!

145 Hwy. W, Trenton (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage)

660-359-3888

WILSON’S Heating & Cooling WE SERVICE ALL MAKES & MODELS

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FUNERALS Carol Jean Martin Funeral services for Carol Jean Martin were held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at the Edinburg Baptist Church. Rev. Ron McPherson officiated.

Mrs. Martin, an 85-yearold Trenton resident, passed away Sunday, March 28, 2021 at home.

Special recorded music included “Softly and Tenderly” and “Sissy’s Song.”

Pallbearers were Jack Prindle, Daniel Prindle, Hunter Vanpatten, Chris Gott, Danny Gott and Dennis Turley.

Interment was in the Edinburg Cemetery.

Harry Junior Sampson Funeral services for Harry Junior Sampson were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 5, 2021 at Slater-Neal Funeral Home in Trenton. Rev. Stan Richardson officiated.

Mr. Sampson, an 82-yearold Galt resident, passed away at 3:57 a.m., Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe.

Special recorded music included “Amazing Grace” and “The Old Rugged Cross.”

Pallbearers were Jeremy Brown, Derek Brown, Zach Sampson, Raife Sampson, Andrew Sampson, Alex Sampson and Rudy Mathews.

Interment was in the Galt West Cemetery at Galt.

NCMC Sets Reception Date The North Central Missouri College Scholarship Recep-tion to honor 2020-2021 scholarship recipients will be held on April 14 in the Jeanette Hoffman Robison Auditorium in the Ketcham Community Center.

This annual event is hosted by the North Central Missouri College Foundation to highlight NCMC Foundation scholarship recipients and all NCMC institutional scholarship recipients for the 2020-2021 academic year.

“This event incorporates not only our student recipients but the donor families that have invested in NCMC through endowed and annual scholarship funds,” commented NCMC Director of Development Alicia Endicott. “Each year, the Foundation is honored to be able to increase the amount of scholarships awarded to NCMC students. Our students are doing great things, and their hard work is rewarded through scholarships.”

Tammie Wiebers, NCMC Speech Instructor, will emcee the event this year with featured student speakers Lily White, Trenton; Calvin Basham, Cowgill; and John Stuart, Brookfield. Faculty members Dr. Lindsay Oram and Dr. Susan Stull will share how the Bill Ausmus Faculty-Staff Mini-Grant benefited their students. Light appetizers will be served with an opportunity for recipients to meet and take pictures with their donor representatives. Doors open at 2:30 p.m., with a meet and greet starting at 3 p.m. and the program at 3:30 p.m. The event will also be livestreamed at www. piratesdigitalmedia.com.

RSVPs can be made by calling 660-357-6415. Those seeking more information on establishing a scholarship with the NCMC Foundation or being a part of the Scholarship Reception can contact the Development Office at (660) 357-1403.

FUTURES TRADING CHICAGO BOARD OF TRADE Open

High Low Last April 8 WHEAT 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel May 618 629¾ 616 627½ Jul 618 629½ 616¼ 628¼ Sep 620½ 631 618½ 630¼ Dec 625¼ 635¼ 623¾ 635¼ Mar 630½ 639½ 630½ 639½ May 634 637 633¼ 637 Jul 616 618 614¾ 617½ Dec 624½ 625 623¾ 624¾ Est. sales 70,249.Wed.'s sales 149,929 Wed.'s open int 421,712,up 8,753

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CORN 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel May 560¾ 581¼ 559¼ 580 Jul 546 564 544¼ 563 Sep 499 509¾ 498¾ 508¾ Dec 485¼ 493¾ 484½ 493½ Mar 492½ 500¾ 492 500¾ May 496¾ 504½ 496¼ 504½ Jul 498¼ 506¼ 498¼ 506¼ Sep 467¼ 467¾ 466¼ 467¾ Dec 452½ 458¾ 452¼ 458¾ Mar 461 465 461 465 Jul 471 471 471 471 Dec 424½ 425 424½ 425 Est. sales 225,076.Wed.'s sales 285,968 Wed.'s open int 1,767,396,up 3,911

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OATS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel May 372¾ 379 372 376½ Jul 369¾ 375½ 369¼ 372¼ Dec 349½ 349¾ 349½ 349¾ Est. sales 124.Wed.'s sales 94 Wed.'s open int 4,159

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SOYBEANS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel May 1408¾ 1422½ 1404½ 1417¼ Jul 1403 1415¾ 1398½ 1410¾ Aug 1370¼ 1377¾ 1366¼ 1375 Sep 1301¼ 1305 1296¼ 1303¾ Nov 1270½ 1274¾ 1265 1273¾ Jan 1268 1272 1264 1271¾ Mar 1241 1244¼ 1236¾ 1244 May 1233¾ 1238¾ 1231¼ 1238¼ Jul 1232½ 1236½ 1230 1236½ Nov 1143½ 1147¼ 1140½ 1147 Est. sales 86,664.Wed.'s sales 165,996 Wed.'s open int 872,328,up 2,015 April 7 Trenton MFA Soybeans, 13.49 (Apr 21) 12.01 (Oct. 21) Corn, 5.26 (Apr 21) 4.41 (Oct. 21) Laredo MFA Soybeans, 13.49 (Apr 21) 12.01 (Oct. 21) Corn, 5.26 (Apr 21) 4.41 (Oct. 21) Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/Carrollton (1-800-722-4407) Corn, 5.75; soybeans, 14.23; wheat, 5.97.

New Crop - Corn,4.70; soybeans, 12.40; wheat, 5.91.

CIRCUIT COURT Associate Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Pleading guilty to amended charges of operating a motor vehicle with brakes not in good working order and fined $200.50 and $74.50 costs were Regan D. Coon, Trenton; Leslie J. Jennings, Princeton; and Emanuel E. Hostetler, Spickard.

Albara Chavez, Milan, pleaded guilty to the following charges and paid the fines: driving while intoxicated, $500; failing to drive on the right half of the roadway, $60.50; having no state driver’s license, $50.50; possession of marijuana, $300; and possession of drug paraphernalia, $300. He is also to pay $100 to the Law Enforcement Restitution Fund and $120.50 costs. The fines and costs were taken from his posted bond.

Associate Civil Commerce Bank vs. Miranda D. Willey. The court entered a default judgment in the amount of $10,677.55. The case involved breach of contract.

Municipal Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Jesse D. Bruce, Humphreys, pleaded not guilty to disorderly conduct and had a court trial scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on April 20.

David J.J. Huff, Trenton, pleaded guilty to having an expired driver’s license and was fined $50.50 and $41.50 costs.

He also pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle without main-

Bond Posted In Platte County A Trenton man who was wanted for failing to appear in Grundy County court has been arrested and posted bond in Platte County.

According to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, Ayrik A. Redden, 26, failed to appear

in court on two class C felony charges of distribution of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid. He posted $10,000 cash bond and is scheduled to appear in court April 15.

Variance Gets BOA Approval The Trenton Board of Adjustments held a public hearing on Monday, April 5, approving a request for a variance at a residence on St. Joseph Street.

According to Assistant City Clerk Tracy Maberry, the board approved a request from Teresa Oyler for a 1,008square foot variance on the required maximum area of an accessory structure require-

ment of 720 square feet and a four-foot variance on the required maximum height requirement of 17 feet to construct a 48-foot by 36-foot building on property located on a vacant lot west of 1816 St. Joseph St. Mrs. Maberry said the issue does not need to go on for full city council approval.

Engineer Meets With Board The Grundy County Nursing Home District Board of Directors held a special meeting Wednesday.

According to information provided by Sunnyview Nursing Home Administrator Jerry Doerhoff, the board held a preconstruction meeting led by engineer Fred Malicoat and representatives from the con-

struction companies to organize for the HVAC project and sign necessary paperwork. The Wilson Group was recently approved as the contractor for the project.

In addition, the board was scheduled to hold a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters, with no announcement made.

NORTH 65 CENTER MENUS NORTH 65 CENTER Monday-Veal parmesan, garlic pasta, house salad, baked squash, pears, garlic bread, rice krispy treat.

Tuesday-Chicken strips, sweet potato, broccoli with cheese sauce, mixed fruit, hot roll.

Wednesday-Pork riblet on bun, wedge potatoes, pea salad, cinnamon applesauce, oatmeal raisin cookie.

Thursday-Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, mandarin oranges, biscuit.

Friday-Meatloaf, buttered potatoes, beets, peaches, homemade bread.

(Coffee, iced tea, water and milk are served daily and an alternate meal of chef’s salad offered as an alternative meal every day).

Park Board

staff the facility. Gary Schuett told the board that he and Tyler Busick are currently scouting areas to plant replacement trees at Moberly Park.

Shockley said the department is preparing fields for North Central Missouri College softball games and for games being played through the Green Hills Recreation Association. He said he has visited with Doug Doughty of the Chillicothe Mudcats and a game has been scheduled at Burleigh Grimes Field for June 9.

The board is scheduled to meet again at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday, May 5.

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taining financial responsibility and was fined $25.50 and $41.50 costs.

Caleb R. Ingraham, Trenton, pleaded guilty to peace disturbance by means other than noise and was fined $25.50 and $41.50 costs. He also pleaded guilty to trespassing and was fined $25.50 and $41.50 costs.

He also pleaded guilty to assault and was fined $100 and $41.50 costs. He also pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct and was fined $25.50 and $41.50 costs.

Angela E. Lovell, Trenton, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle without maintaining financial responsibility and was fined $25.50 and $41.50 costs.

Kaden L. Owen, Trenton, pleaded guilty to making an improper or illegal turn and had imposition of his sentence suspended. He was placed on probation for six months and is to pay $41.50 costs.

Preston C. Ramsey, Jameson, pleaded guilty to failing to yield after stopping for a vehicle that entered the intersection and was fined $60.50 and $41.50 costs.

MARRIAGE DISSOLUTION Petition Filed Daniel L. Stith vs. Patti Stith.

Petition Granted Carie M. Smiley vs.

Johnathan Smiley.

REAL ESTATE Danyal Coon to Josh E. Hansen.

Eddie Koenig and wife to Jacob Daniel Brooke.

request from Lisa Guy Walton to transfer a $1,000 donation from the Guy Family for tennis courts at Moberly Park to the Trenton High School tennis courts. Board members heard a report from the pool committee and it was noted that they are in “desperate need” of lifeguards for the upcoming season. Those interested but who are still in the process of getting certified are encouraged to apply. It was noted that one reason the TFAC didn’t open last year was that there were not enough lifeguards to fully

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With seven candidates vying for two positions on the Trenton R-9 Board of Education many thought the margin of victory could be a small number, but that wasn’t the case as Melissa King ran away with the election, garnering 408 votes. The second-highest number of votes went to Bill Miller, who received 218.

Both will take their seats on the board at the April 13 meeting. After those two, the totals were definitely closer, with Michael Voorhies receiving 209 votes, Emily Lasley receiving 192, Jeffrey Spencer tallying 142, Joshua Shuler receiving 130 and Shaun McCullough receiving 124.

City of Trenton The only race for the Trenton City Council came in the First Ward, where Lance Otto was able to unseat incumbent Glen Briggs in the closest race of the night. Otto received 74 votes with Briggs receiving 70 votes. Another newcomer will join the council as Robert Romesburg ran unopposed for the seat in the Third Ward, where incumbent Cathie Smith did not seek re-election.

Romesburg received 115 votes. Incumbents Danny Brewer from the Second Ward and John Dolan from the Fourth Ward both ran unopposed, with Brewer getting 76 votes and Dolan receiving 163 votes. The councilmembers will take their seats at the April 12 meeting.

The city of Trenton had a sweet victory in the passage of a use tax, 279-259. The use tax will allow the city to collect a tax on items purchased online as a way to level the playing field for brick and mortar businesses that have to charge the city’s sales tax.

Grundy County Voters in the county passed a brush law, 755-215. The law will allow the county to enforce the removal of brush along county roads and charge the property owner for the cleanup.

Area Communities City of Galt -Voters in the City of Galt voted 29-1 to pursue the sale of its electric distribution system, which has become dilapidated. Other ballot items included Jessica Gannon being elected mayor after running unopposed and receiving 30 votes. Sierra Fletchall and Jason Grindstaff were elected aldermen-at-large with 19 and 25 votes, respectively.

City of Laredo – Derek Eckert and Brett Mathews were elected aldermen-atlarge, receiving 16 and 14 votes respectively. The city also passed an issue 11-4 that will allow it to not hold an election if the number of declared candidates equals the number of vacancies.

Townships Trenton Township – Jared Lamma defeated Jack Derry for the office of trustee on a

District

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for appropriate permitted uses, special uses, height and area regulations, minimum dwelling size, floor area, sign regulations, lot size and parking regulations necessary or appropriate to the preservation of the district.

The district includes an area along Main Street from West Crowder Road to Fourth Street, going one block on either side. Also included are a portion of West Crowder Road west to the 600 block to include the former John McCullough residence, which is on the National Historic Register, as well as an area just off West 4th Street to include a residence belonging to the Tom Brown family, which could possibly have some historical

vote of 339-218. Albert Trump and the late Danny Peto were elected to serve as board members, with Trump receiving 510 votes and Peto receiving 236. A board member will now be appointed to take the place of Peto. Linda Brown was elected as clerk, running without opposition and receiving 552 votes.

Marion Township - Marion Township passed a general obligation bond issue in the amount of $70,000 to purchase equipment for the maintenance and improvement of roads on a vote of 35-12. Marion Township voters also elected Phillip Fox as trustee, running unopposed and receiving 44 votes; Stephen Lowrey and Gary Tolle as board members, receiving 40 and 26 votes respectively; and Robin Griswold, who ran unopposed for clerk and received 44 votes.

Harrison Township – Ethan Griffin ran unopposed for trustee and received 22 votes. Jarin Simpson and Travis Tatum were elected as board members, with both candidates receiving 23 votes.

Michelle Hanson was elected clerk with 25 votes, running unopposed. On a vote of 22-0, voters in the township also voted to continue their 35-cent levy for four years.

Liberty Township - Judy Urton ran unopposed for trustee, receiving 42 votes.

Larry Urton and Charles Wilford were elected board members, with Urton receiving 38 votes and Wilford receiving 40. Dennis McDonald was elected clerk, running unopposed and receiving 43 votes.

The voters in the township approved continuation of a 35cent levy for four years on a vote of 38-9.

Lincoln Township – Eric Hoffman ran unopposed for trustee, receiving 40 votes.

Derek Stimpson was unopposed for clerk and received 41 votes. Steve Caldwell and Cliff Steinhoff were elected board members, with Caldwell receiving 34 votes and Steinhoff receiving 36. Township voters also approved the continuation of their 35-cent levy for four years on a vote of 3412.

Taylor Township – Ronald L. Swank was elected trustee, running unopposed and receiving 24 votes. Ireland Moulin and Ed Arnold were elected as board members, with Moulin receiving 25 votes and Arnold receiving 22. Helen Swank was elected clerk, running without opposition and receiving 24 votes. Voters in the township passed a continuation of its current 35-cent levy for a period of four years.

Wilson Township – Adam Cooksey was elected to one of two board member positions, receiving 35 votes. No one ran for the clerk’s position and the board will now have to appoint another board member and clerk.

significance to the community.

Public hearings were held in late February with owners of property in the designated area to allow them to make comments and receive information about the process, which the commission has been working on for over a year along with the attorney for the city of Trenton.

The approved resolution now goes before the Trenton Planning and Zoning Commission for a hearing. It is hoped the hearing can be held at the commission’s May 3 meeting.

Letters will be sent to property owners within the proposed district, informing them of the hearing. Once the P&Z hears the request to establish the district and makes its recommendation, the process will move the Trenton City Council for final approval.