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First of a 2-part look at the news and newsmakers impacting Daviess County during the past year

JANUARY 2019 •The Daviess County Library Board voted unanimously to hire Elizabeth Plotner as full-time director. • Selvam Babu, 36, Eden Prairie, MN, was fatally injured in an accident that happened on Dec. 31. • The Daviess County Health Department partnered with the University of Missouri Extension Office to offer a free program focusing on eating smart and being active. • Gallatin Driver Examination Station, which has been located in the Daviess County Courthouse, will be permanently relocated to the Social Services Building, 201 Ash Street, Gallatin. • The 2019 budget approved by the Daviess-DeKalb Regional Jail Board projects revenue at $2,889,750 and expenses at 2,889,029, for an ending balance of $730. • Adult Winter Reading programming got underway at the Daviess County Library with Christie Froman’s book review of Headstrong by Dave Asprey. • John Miller had an interesting question about the newest resident of the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Shepherd of the Hills Hatchery Conservation Center: Is a two-headed snake referred to as “it” or “they?” • A colorful snowman towered above the summit of a huge snow pile pushed by street crews onto the southwest corner of the courthouse square, built by Jesse and Malakai Gray.

• The Daviess County Library has such a high volume for users of TumbleBooks, directly related to the issue of e-cards to students in the county. • McWilliams Family Funeral Home in Gallatin, owned by David and Deanna McWilliams, was recently sold to Kyle and Erin Stith. • Demolition of a landmark in Gallatin was underway just south of the business square: Tate Oil Company. • Missouri schools dropped to 41st in the state rankings for 2017 average salary, according to a Missouri Salary Schedule and Benefits Report published recently. • Gallatin Fire Protection District was dispatched to 912 West Grand in Gallatin to check on a controlled burn, a building fire. • South Harrison High School will be the site of the very first Grand River Conference Interdivisional Showcase, pitting teams from the league’s Eastern and Western divisions against each other to decide overall league standings. • Shopko and its affiliated companies on Jan. 16 filed for bankruptcy protection from creditors, citing assets of less than $1 billion and liabilities between $1 billion and $10 billion. • Gallatin Police Chief Mark Richards led a discussion on used storm sirens for sale from nuclear power plants for $7,500 per unit and $12,500 with install.

• Signs of improving wireless digital services were evident as several 100-foot poles were erected at locations in Daviess County by Windstream Communications. • Two brothers have been charged with sexually assaulting two underage females while they lived at an Amish residence in rural Hamilton.

FEBRUARY 2019 • The fourth annual Gallatin Rotary Trivia Night was held Feb. 2 at the Spillman Center in Jamesport with 18 teams participating, the event brought in $5,276.26. • Lance Rains of Gallatin has been hired as city administrator for Gallatin, having been selected from a field of six applicants who hailed from as far away as New York. • North Daviess students celebrated “National Thank Your Mailman Day.” • The Gallatin Theater League (GTL) scheduled auditions for the spring play, three one-act plays with Rhonda Malo, Doug Nichols and Jan Stout each directed. • Head William Jewell College Coach, former Cardinal player and Jameson High School alum Larry Holley recently announced that he will retire at the end of this basketball season. • Nick Nigh with Herner Construction updated Gallatin R-5 board members on the ongoing walkway project between the middle school and elementary buildings. • The North Missouri Sportsman’s Alliance (NMSA) is sponsored its annual free deer antler scoring day at the Elks Lodge in Chillicothe. • David Jason Smith of Gallatin has been appointed as the Daviess County Coroner. • As the 2019 budget year begins, Daviess County is in a stable financial condition with a beginning fund balance of $3,245,918.08, estimated revenues of $3,822,726.59, and estimated expenditures of $4,101,942.23, which will leave the county with an estimated fund balance of $2,966,702.44.

• Gallatin city crews were very busy with snow removal and weather - related issues in mid-February, street crews hauled 40 tons of sand to treat the streets. • Hy-Strung Motorsports of Gallatin took second at the 2019 Championship Tractor Pull at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, KY. • The weather was miserable, but that didn’t stop 53 plungers from braving the cold for Special Olympics, raising almost $15,000 and still counting, in their dedicated effort. • After the recent announcement of two new pharmacies planning to open in Gallatin, one of the parties, Dungy’s Market, announced that they will not pursue the location of a pharmacy in their grocery store. • Jay C. Guhlke, 33, Polo, was arrested for promoting and possession of child pornography, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control. • Windstream Holdings Inc., a rural telecommunications company which serves Gallatin and many other area towns, filed for bankruptcy protection.

MARCH 2019 • A junior at Gallatin R-5 High School, Tom Crouse, was on the top of his “game” last weekend, winning the RFD TV Jr. American Calf Roping competition during the Jr. American Rodeo. • The Daviess-DeKalb Regional Jail self-audit was completed in preparation for the official audit that will be conducted by representatives of the Missouri Sheriffs Association to ensure compliance with Missouri Jail Standards. • McBee Construction purchased the building located on the corner of West Jackson and South Market in Gallatin in 2017 and started giving it an overhaul. • The Gallatin Active Aging Resource Center announced recently that it will be participating in the 17th Annual March for Meals — a month-long, nationwide celebration of Meal on Wheels. • The Gallatin Theater League is hoping again to provide repairs and maintenance to the Courter Theater and adjacent Kulis building through the Theater League Patron Program. • An accident on I-35 has resulted in the death of a Grant City man. • The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has set an April 15 deadline to apply for wetland and agricultural land easements in Missouri. • Daviess County schools in the Active Aging Resource Center’s service area were asked to submit branding ideas which were voted on by the Center’s Board of Directors, Morgan Glidewell of Gallatin High School was

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Dylan Scott points to deer harvested by disabled hunters.

Dylan Scott helps make special dreams come true for five young hunters Dylan Scott, a country music singer and songwriter, was the guest of Steven McBee of Gallatin last week as they joined five disabled children with the Dream Hunt Foundation.

Dream Hunt Foundation exists so that children and teens with disabilities, terminal illnesses, or those considered disadvantaged, have the chance of a lifetime to fulfill their dream of participating in a guided hunting or fishing trip.

Mr. Scott donated $20,000 last year through money raised from Bayou Stock.

The hunters took 11 deer with more to be added the last evening of the hunt. Jeff War-

ren, the founder of dream hunt, and Jarred Vincent, executive director, of the foundation were both on hand for the hunt on the McBee family farms.

They said one of the guests didn’t get his deer but they were going again that night and they were positive he’d get his deer.

One of the young guests, Karson Henderson of St. Louis, was at the Honey Creek ranch northeast of Gallatin and said he’d never hunted before and had a great time. Austin Tyson of Medina, TN, said he too had a lot of fun and got five deer, one buck and four does.

The hunt here lasted three days.

GTL membership to meet Monday The Gallatin Theater League will hold its semi-annual membership meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 13, at the Courter Theater in Gallatin. The monthly board of directors meeting will be held at 6 p.m. that evening and auditions for the spring musical will follow the membership meeting. The spring musical is yet to be determined.

The agenda for the 2020 membership meeting includes the nomination of officers for 2020 season, spring musical, magic show, patron’s program, Missoula Children’s Theater, Jameson Picnic, Chautauqua, fall play, along with continuing plans to improve and the upkeep of the theater and Kulis buildings.

Please bring the annual dues of $3 to become a member in good standing of the Gallatin Theater League to voice your opinion and ideas and have a vote on the goings on at the theater.

2019 was another great year for GTL and, because of our membership and community support, GTL members look forward to 2020. See you at the theater!

Library has 2020 vision The Daviess County Library is off and running in the new year.

This is the time of year when the library takes a second look at its schedules and realigns its priorities to be sure its patrons are considering the many wonderful programs available.

The library’s vision for 2020 is

to continue with its sound core programs while undertaking a few “house-keeping” projects and adding something new here and there this winter— all the while saving room for games, movies, and fun.

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OPINION

Welcome Jessica!

This is mostly “shop talk” which may or may not interest you. But if you care for the future of this newspaper, you should be aware of changes underway here at Gallatin Publishing Company.

This newspaper operation is now led by a familiar face in a newly created management position. Jessica Holcomb officially began working as General Manager, effective Jan. 2, 2020. For those doing business with us during the past 15 years, such an announcement comes as no surprise. Jessica has worked competently here as bookkeeper and expanded her skill set to become a reliable “go to” gal in all aspects of our business.

Jessica has always demonstrated competence. Before starting her career at Gallatin Publishing Company in 2005, she was employed at a law office, medical office and title company after achieving a diploma from Vatterott College at St. Joseph as a computer office assistant. Jessica and Tony have two children attending Gallatin R-5 School, Bailey in 7th grade and Levi in 5th grade.

This promotion for Jessica is an important step to assure stability for Gallatin Publishing in the years to come. As her new title implies, Jessica will be intimately involved in all aspects of this newspaper and the printing plant, including personnel and operational decisions. We are fortunate to work with someone as

by Darryl Wilkinson gifted and trustworthy as Jessica.

This announcement was made during our staff Christmas party. Those affected most directly – our full time and part-time employees — welcome the change.

This announcement is the first step in our transition toward reBy Congressman Sam Graves are far from over and I’ll contintirement. Both Liz and I will continue to be personally involved in For a lot of folks in North Mis- ue fighting to ensure that folks Gallatin Publishing Company. Our weekly work schedule has already souri, 2019 was a tough year. We get the help they need, whether changed. Thus, we plan to step away from the day-to-day grind we’ve saw destructive floods along the that means making sure levee shouldered since moving to Gallatin in 1978.

Mississippi, Chariton, and Grand repairs are completed in a timely No doubt some of you may think, “Golly … what took you so long?” rivers — and record-setting manner or helping folks get the while others applaud the prospects of injecting new life in managing flooding on the Missouri River assistance they deserve. this business. We understand those sentiments, perhaps better than Despite these struggles, 2019 that officially began in March, you know. We didn’t intend to get old; it just happened. was not a year without a few lasted more than 7 months, and The announcement not only reflects well on Jessica but our entire is definitely not over as some ar- small victories. I was proud to staff which performs so admirably week in, week out. Thus, we are lead the House in passing both eas are still underwater. confident that as duties are reorganized In total, we saw hundreds of much-needed disaster assisand adjustments are made, Gallatin Pubthousands of acres flood across tance, as well as disaster assislishing will continue business as usual if North Missouri — inundating tance reforms. not actually improving upon our service to As Ranking Member of the not just farmland, but businessthis community.

House Transportation and Infraes, homes, and even entire comReaders of the Gallatin North Missoustructure Committee, I was also munities.

Dozens of levees broke rian should not see noticeable change, A single hand crank spun the rivers, leaving families proud to help move the Resilsquirrel cagealong built our here, but one certainly not in the immediate future. ience Revolving Loan Fund Act time gather belongings of the 18little rotary jailsto was Longtime employee Dennis Cox has re18 Rotary jails, such as the before being forced to flee their forward, which would give local modified for electricity tired from duties in the press room but will Squirrel Cage Jail in Gallatin, homes, New and York, farmers helpless to communities more tools to fight (Oswego County, continue as sportswriter covering local weremabuilt during back 1881-89 against future floods. built 1887, move demolished 1909)grain, and livestock, high school sports as has been the case for Likewise, in 12 different states ...and I was pleased to chinery ahead of the advancing decades here. Likewise, this column will successfully fl oodwaters. also in 2 western territoriesadvocate for the continue taking this space — until the new replacement of 40 rural bridges Even folks between these management directs otherwise. (whichmalater became states). jor rivers weren’t spared from across North Missouri, as well It’s challenging to keep focus on looking Jessica Holcomb the devastation of this Spring’s as the replacement of the Roahead when passing this personal mileA single hand crank spun When Daviess cheportCounty bridge on I-70 which rotary existed in the 40-somefarmers stone. I can’t help but reflect18on my jails ownonce beginnings now the squirrelflooding—and cage built here,many but U.S. but 1 was destroyed by fire will help up funds for more across our state got hit particuselected the unusualfree rotary thing years ago. The changes in technology IN, embraced in producing one of the 18 rotary jails ever (Williamsport, 1907) and transportation projects in North larly hard.

Nearly 1.4 million this little weekly community newspaper are jolting. built in the nation was modified 14 were demolished.

The 3 still jail design, the Pauly Jail acres in Missouri went unplant- Missouri.

When I started as editor here, I got a new typewriterfor (and in existence are manual all maintained electricity (Oswego County Building Company many of our Additionally, ed this year —and many of these & Mfg. as local museums today. soon splurged for an IBM Selectric with its crisp, carbon ribbon). in New York, built in 1887 rural airports fi elds left to lie fallow because of of St. Louis offered moreare already seeThe Compugraphic typesetter (size of a large desk) used 8.5-inch demolished in 1909) ing much-needed upgrades and flooding and constant wet weathfloppy diskettes. We typed stories, paying a typesetter to keyboard than 600 jail designs from The Squirrel Cage Jail built in er that kept farmers out of more rural folks without highDaviess 1889many Squirrel the typewriter copy to produce a continuous hole-punched paper County’s which to choose.

Only 18will have access speed internet the eld.smallest still in 1888 thedeveloped youngest and dried tape which fed into a film Gallatin processor.

Theniswe Cage Jail is fithe to 21st century Through these trials and tribrotary jails were built; speeds thanks to of the remaining jails. onto layout the film, trimmed, and put wax on3its back forrotary “pasting” in existence. The other two are efforts made ulations, we emerged battered, pages. This is so archaic by today’s digital process must chuckle to at Crawfordsville, IN, The other antique jailsIare only three exist today.over the last year. a 2-tier And, despite numerous diffibut strong — as friends, families, keep from crying. at Crawfordsville, IN (1881) (and still and operational) andcame the together culties in 2019, American farmers neighbors to When the Squirrel Cage Jail was For a comparison, as I write we’re about to re-install an inand this, Council Bluffs, IA (1885) 3-tier jailhelp at Council Bluffs,and IA. continue fi nally got some good news with each other to built in Gallatin in 1889, there were ternet program from my work station onto Jessica’s to enable her the passage of the USMCA in the do so to this day. only 38 states in the Union to view the location of any one of our four delivery vans at anyThe given county’s Our Squirrel Jail challenges House theWest, announcement of floodCage recovery ...10 territories, locatedand in the time via GPS monitoring.

Five rotary jails were built is one of only 18 rotary jails had yet to achieve statehood.

We’re also about to establish new and improved practices in proever built; Time only 3 still standing! in the U.S. by Haugh, Ketchum Frame: moting our online products using multiple social media platforms. & focus Co. Iron beforeeffort a involving an MU School of This will be the of aWorks week-long Once there were 3 rotary jails 12 of the 18 rotary jails built patent granted rights to to thearrive here next week. between in Missouri: at Maysville built in 1885 Journalism student who is all scheduled We’ll 1887 and 1889 (demolished in 1938), a 2-tier jail built share more onWilkinson, thisJail later.

Pauly Building & Mfg. Co., Darryl Editor & Publisher were built by Pauly Jail at Maryville in 1882 (demolished in I can borewhich you with shop talk of insignificant reminisce. But builtmore the jail in Gallatin.

1985), and at Gallatin (still exists).

Building & Mfg., Company, I must save something back for when I fully retire and am told to go St. Louis, established home. If Liz beats me home, I hope she’ll leave the light on for me.

All but 2 of the 18 rotary jails incom1856 and still in business Meanwhile, rest assured that with Jessica at the helm this ever built were located in 12 pany is in good hands. states; these 2 others were constructed in Utah Territory (1887) and in South Dakota Territory (between 1885-87).

Off the Editor’s Spike...

Flood recovery far from over

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This undated scene of a baseball game at Gallatin’s Dockery Park comes from photographs saved by the late Bob Teegarden.

phase one of a comprehensive trade deal with China — the first part of a future all-encompassing trade agreement that will finally push back on China for cheating American farmers, workers, and businesses for decades.

That said, there’s clearly much work to do in 2020. We still need to make flood control our top priority, both in how we manage our rivers and how we spend federal dollars on our rivers. We still need to finalize the USMCA and we still need to secure more good trade deals that truly put America first.

No matter what challenges we face here at home, it’s truly an honor to serve as your voice in Congress and I look forward to working together in 2020 to ensure that North Missouri continues to be the best place to work and live.

GALLATIN VISITORS’ CENTER: 1899 SQUIRREL CAGE JAIL

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2019 review of news, newsmakers (continued from page 1)

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Legislative kickoff

by State Sen. Dan Hegeman

Today, Jan. 8, state lawmakers gather in Jefferson City for the official start of the Second Regular Session of the 100th General Assembly. As with every other year of our citizen Legislature, this session will run through the middle of May. In these four and a half months, your elected officials will discuss and debate new bills and resolutions. Though lawmakers might disagree on particular policies, all of us arrive in the Capitol with the aim of making our state a better place to live, work and raise a family.

As always, I look forward to the new session and the opportunity to tackle the challenges facing our state.

I invite everyone to engage in this process. The two chambers of the Missouri General Assembly, the House of Representatives and the Senate, have public galleries from which citizens can observe the making and debating of new state laws.

Additionally, each chamber holds committee hearings that are open to the public. These panels represent subsets of legislators tasked with examining bills on a certain topic. For example, I serve as chairman of the Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee. This group helps create the state’s operating budget for each fiscal year.

The House and Senate websites, house.mo.gov and senate. mo.gov, are excellent resources for keeping track of legislation and other events happening in the Missouri General Assembly.

From these sites, you can also listen to live audio of floor action in both chambers.

You can also check the schedCOUNTY: ulesDAVIESS of any committees you mightAssessor be interested in.

Many state Sallyrepresentatives and senators post their press reBlack leases andDemocrat, legislative columns to these sites.

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the contest winner. • A huge flock of snow geese have settled in the fields in the Magill river bottom. • The Missouri Department of Natural Resources announced the availability of the 2019 Annual Census of Missouri Public Water Systems. • Public Works Director Mark Morey reported that operators have had more issues at the new water plant, a valve blew off and released 11,000 pounds of CO2. • Daviess County Emergency Management Director David Roll was one of the presenters at the first ever Midwest Rural Emergency Management Summit held Mar 22, at the University of Central Missouri campus in Warrensburg. • Voters in Jamesport had the opportunity to vote on a use tax at the April 5 municipal election. • To promote their passion for reading, Searcy Elementary School welcomed students and their families to go “Where the Wild Things Are” for Family Fun Night.

APRIL 2019 • A bridge rehabilitation project began in April on five bridges located over Interstate 35 in Daviess and Clinton counties. • The Jamesport United Methodist Church is partnered with Tri-County Schools in Jamesport to host a benefit for baby Lincoln Flenthrope — “Lincolns for Lincoln.” • Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri, Bethany, Gallatin, and Trenton locations were proud to help sponsor ongoing updates to the Gilman City FFA/baseball facilities through the Gilman City Lions Club with $500 donated. • Emily Miller began her first day as Children’s Pastor at the Gallatin First Christian Church on April 1. • Kyle Taft began as the new pastor at Gallatin First Christian Church on April 1. • The Gallatin National Honor Society conducted an Autism Awareness Assembly for grades 5-12 on April 1 during homeroom as a way to help promote awareness through Gallatin and the school district. • Access II Independent Living Center presented the Gallatin R-5 School District with an $11,000 check for playground equipment on April 3. • Dennis Cox has been awarded the Missouri Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association Distinguished Award in recognition of his outstanding support of high school athletics in Northwest Missouri. • An enclosed walkway from Searcy Elementary to the Gallatin Middle School is now complete, except for some cosmetics. • Daviess County Circuit Court scheduled a hearing on a writ of habeas corpus, a case which originated in Jackson County in 2015, involving Plaintiff Ricky L. Kidd. • Trooper Matthew W. Neely, Troop H, was among 31 Highway Patrol employees who were recognized at an annual awards ceremony on April 13. • The Daviess County Library in cooperation with the Gallatin Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints introduced a Family History Night. • Fifty-two Gallatin FBLA members joined over 5,000 students from across the state in Springfield for the Missouri FBLA State Leadership Conference April 13-16. • On April 16, Michael Allen Byrd, 29, of Bethany pled guilty and was sentenced to four years in the Department of Corrections on an E felony count of sexual conduct with prisoner by officer of correctional facility. • Olivia Prindle, a freshman at Gallatin High School, recently had her pictured painted by Laurent Dareau, an award-winning, French-born artist. • Gallatin Police Chief Mark Richards spoke with property owners on code violations. • A project to replace expansion joints and guardrail on two Interstate 35 bridges near Pattonsburg is now underway. • Lisa Worrell from Gallatin will serve as probation officer for Daviess County.

dent in Daviess County, Richard Moore, 61, Trenton. • GHS alumni celebration set for May 8. • Ryan Beenken, 30, social studies teacher at Gallatin R-5, was the graduation speaker for the Class of 2019. • Auditions were held for the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) production of “Aladdin” at the Courter Theater in Gallatin. • Bill Weber and Jay Turner with Fletcher-Reinhardt Service Company shared a detailed PowerPoint presentation on the Advance Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system with Gallatin’s Board of Aldermen. • Each year, more and more older adults are making a positive impact in and around Missouri communities, including Mary Lou Searcy who volunteers at the Active Aging Resource Center in Gallatin. • The Missouri Quilt Museum in Hamilton and The National Quilt Museum in Paducah, KY, have finalized an agreement that will bring the most respected and well-known collection of modern quilts to visitors to Hamilton all the time. • The Fourth Annual Kids Fishing Derby was held at the pond located on the west side of The Baptist Home in Chillicothe. • The 27th Annual Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive was was conducted. • Elizabeth Marie Wilkinson, 40, and William Douglas Wilkinson Jr., 42, both of Winston, were each charged May 14 with two counts of child endangerment. • Brandy Rhoades, 40, and Shane O’Dell, 41, were arrested May 25, each on two counts of child abuse, no sexual contact, B felony. • The Altamont Alumni Banquet held out for 96 years, but this year it came to a close because of declining attendance and so many now deceased. • A new support group for individuals affected by cancer was formed, and community members were invited to come to the first informal meeting. • America’s rural transportation system was in need of repairs and modernization to support economic growth in the nation’s Heartland, according to a new report released this month by TRIP, a national transportation research nonprofit. • Frank Frazier’s VFW Post 2172 held two Memorial Day services on May 27.

JUNE 2019 • Farmers’ Electric Cooperative celebrated 81 years of providing electric service to its member-owners at the annual meeting of members. • Jacob Waidmann, Bob Westmoreland, and Steven West with Core and Main, a waterworks distributing company out of St. Louis, delivered a PowerPoint presentation for an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Sensus Metering System for electric and water meters that could be installed in Gallatin. No decision was made. • Missouri state troopers responded to Interstate 35 on a report of shots

fired from a red passenger car. • Tom Mowery with Mutual Gains Horsemanship, a natural horse trainer out of Colorado and considered one of the best in the country, held a horse training clinic at Alvin Detweiler’s farm south of Jamesport. • Nominations were open for the 2019 County Committee Election. • Two 20-year-old men were in custody for the assault and kidnapping of a confidential victim MAY 2019 on June 8, Connor Monteer, Jamesport, and Caleb Kettner, Belton. • • The building and financing of Little Otter Creek near Hamilton, Mary Immaculate Semi-annual Auction raises over $65,000 raised a project which has been in the works for over a decade, finally en- for good causes, $21,000 to Backpack Buddies. • Kevin and Michelle tered its final stages. • The Missouri FFA Association recognized Ad- Noel have opened John and Marge’s Attic at 801 Industrial Parkdison Burns, a senior with the Gallatin FFA Chapter as Area 2 Star way in Gallatin. • Gallatin Fire Protection District was dispatched to in Agriscience at the 91st Missouri Honey Creek Ranch on Ridge Avenue for a shed fire. • The Missouri FFA Convention. • Casey Smith, Rural Water rate study and the People Service rate study for the 8, harvested a 16-pound albino City of Gallatin have been completed and Gallatin City Administrator jake turkey with a four-inch beard Lance Rains has collected the information. • Sentencing has been on April 20 on private land near pronounced for a Gallatin couple who burglarized multiple Gallatin Polo. • Older adults in Northwest residences from June through October of 2018, Amanda M. and Missouri choose representatives Johnny Rainey of Gallatin. • A Kidder man was fatally injured in an from their respective areas for accident, Chaz Streu, 25. • Jennifer Teel took off for Japan to spend Save to current week folder before altering this ad. positions on the Northwest Mis12 days on a cultural exchange program. • Trenton Police Officer souri Area Agency on Aging Board Jasmine Diab was transporting a prisoner, Jamey Aaron Griffin of Revised January 2019 of Directors and the Silver Haired Trenton, through Daviess County on U.S. 69; Griffin was able to gain Legislature. • USDA Rural Develcontrol of the officer’s firearm. • The Census Bureau began recruitopment began accepting applicaing and hiring people for important preliminary work in preparation LetforThose Elect Know What You're Thinking... tions the RuralYou e-Connectivifor the 2020 Census. • Daviess County is 6.04 inches rainfall above ty Pilot Program. • Gary Nation, Recorder CollectorPublic normal.

• The approximatelyOther 2,000 County children Officeholders: under 18 who comprise Commissioner Jim Ruse, 660.663.3300, Ext. 4 Overland Park, KS, sent in an old Treasurer Administrator about one quarter of DaviessPresiding County’s population are less likely to Jane Commissioner #1 David Cox, 660.663.3300, Ext. 4 Gallatin High School football McKinsey Pam McNeel Commissioner #2 Wayne 660.663.3300, 4 Kaylalive Michael in poverty than the county’s children five Uthe, years earlier,Ext. according County Clerk Ronetta Burton, 660.663.3300, Ext. 5 team photo asking for identificaDemocrat, Democrat, to Republican, the KIDS COUNT Data Book.

• Homer S. Rainey, a 16-year emSheriff Ben Becerra, 660.663.2031 Elected 2016 Elected 2014 2016 • Senator Roy tion ofElected players.

Prosecutorof Annie Gibson, 660.663.3300,retired Ext. 6 ployee of the Missouri Department Transportation, July 1.

Courthouse Office Courthouse Office Assoc. Circuit Judge Daren Adkins, 660.663.3300, Ext. 2 Blunt visited the Gallatin Water Courthouse Office 660.663.3300, Ext.7 660.663.3300, Ext. 8 660.663.3300, Ext. 3 Circuit Clerk Pam Howard, 660.663.3300, Ext. 2 Treatment Facility. • A Trenton Email: recorder@daviesscountymo.gov Jasonwill Smith,be 660.663.5389 (Part 2 of the 2019 Year in Coroner Review printed next week) Email: colltreas@daviesscountymo.gov Email: kayla.dcpubad@gmail.com man was fatally injured in an acci-

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Commissioner

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David Cox

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Jim Ruse

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(Associate, 2nd District)

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County Clerk Ronetta Burton

Other County Officeholders:

Sheriff Ben Becerra, 660.663.2031 Prosecutor Annie Gibson, 660.663.3300, Ext. 6 Assoc. Circuit Judge Daren Adkins, 660.663.3300, Ext. 2 18141 State Hwy. P, 24681 U.S. Hwy 69, 14614 Hwy 13, 24807 St. Hwy O Circuit Clerk Pam Howard, 660.663.3300, Ext. 2 Jamesport, MO 64648 Altamont, MO 64620 Pattonsburg, M0 64670 Gallatin, MO 64640 Coroner Jason Smith, 660.663.5389 Democrat, Elected 2008 Republican, Elected 2016 Republican, Elected 2018 Assessor Sally Black, 660.663.3300, Ext. 1 Republican, Elected 2018 Collector-Treasurer, Pam McNeel, 660.663.3300, Ext. 3 660.663.3300, Ext. 4 660.663.3300, Ext. 4 660.663.3300, Ext. 5 660.663.3300, Ext. 4 Recorder Jane McKinsey, 660.663.3300, Ext. 8 Cell: 660.663.7289 Cell: 660.334.0016 Cell: 660.663.5133 Public Administrator Kayla Michael, 660.663.3300, Ext. 7 Email: commission@daviesscountymo.gov Email: commission@daviesscountymo.gov Email: commission@daviesscountymo.gov Email: countyclerk@daviesscountymo.gov

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Januray 8, 2019

Bees and more at the Great Plains Growers Conference

by Tim Baker, MU Regional Horticulturist

In a little over one month, it will be time for the Great Plains Growers Conference. This is one of the premier conferences for horticulture producers, and it is found right here in northwest Missouri. Held in St. Joseph, the Great Plains Grower’s Conference is put together every year

by University of Missouri Extension educators from four states: Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska. The conference will be held on Jan. 9-11, 2020. This will be our 24th annual conference.

This is an exciting conference for anyone growTim Baker ing horticultural crops, with many new ideas presented from growers, researchers, and Extension specialists. The conference is open to everyone, from backyard gardeners to commercial produce growers. Topics cover not only vegetables, but also tree fruits, small fruits and flowers. There are also presentations targeted toward organic growers.

The event begins with workshops on Thursday. Attendees choose a workshop when they register. Each daylong workshop explores a topic in-depth.

Workshops this year will include topics such as grower training for the Food Safety Modernization Act, Industrial Hemp 101, Honey Bees & Beekeeping, Drip

Pattonsburg will plow apartments’ parking lot for $50 Adam Albert, a city employee, informed the Pattonsburg City Council at their meeting held Dec. 16 that the Pattonsburg Manor Apartments manager had asked him if the city could do the apartments’ snow removal, just the parking lot without moving vehicles. The board agreed to charge $50 per snow event.

JB-LB Insurance representative Brandon Tritten was present with the 2020 insurance quote, which the board approved to pay.

Cheryl Toombs called inquiring about purchasing the lot to the north of their property. The lot measures 60 feet by 150 feet, which is 9,000 square feet. Karen Shepherd, clerk, was to write a letter to Mrs. Toombs stating that the purchase price would be 15 cents per square foot, which equals $1,350.

Employee incentives were approved as follows: Karen Shepherd $250, Adam Albert $150; Amanda Hoover $100: and Liam Mooney $50.

Missouri Rural Water Association will be contacted about working with city staff in order to go over cost of production and water loss calculations.

Fire hydrants will be painted come spring.

The city’s attorney, Robert Cowherd, will be contacted about lease agreements and dangerous property and nuisances.

The next meeting is Jan. 13.

Those in attendance were Mayor Edmon Howard; board members Lonnie Luke, Kelly Hughes, Sandra Woodring, Dustin Sperry; employees: Water Superintendent Adam Albert and City Clerk Karen Shepherd; guests: Brandon Tritten with JBLB Insurance.

Irrigation, and Cultivating Your Legally Resilient Farm.

I have helped organize the beekeeping session again this year. The Thursday workshop on beekeeping will feature Grant Gillard, past president of the Missouri State Beekeepers Association, and a published author. His daylong presentation will include topics such as what to consider when you are thinking about getting into honeybees, how to get started in beekeeping, stepping into your second year, honey production, and raising queens and making nucs. Finally, he will discuss pushing the boundaries of your backyard hobbies.

The main conference occurs on Friday and Saturday. Before starting the concurrent tracks, we will hear from our keynote speaker, Charlotte Smith founder of 3CowMarketing.com. Her presentation is titled, 3 Steps to a Profitable Farm. 3CowMarketing.com is an online marketing training company helping farmers learn the most current online marketing techniques to grow a successful business. Her book “Farm Marketing from the Heart” is an introduction to the in-depth concepts taught in her twice-annual marketing course.

After the keynote, there will be up to five concurrent tracks to choose from. Topics on Friday and Saturday include business management and financing; tree and small fruit production; organic, conventional and greenhouse production; invasive species; cut flower production, and more.

The trade show includes many exhibitors who are available to provide information about seeds,

irrigation, horticulture equipment, chemicals, and other topics. Meals, break refreshments, and handouts will be included in the registration fee for the main conference.

The conference will be held on the campus of Missouri Western State University. For more information about the conference and a registration form, call the Buchanan County Extension office at (816) 279-1691. You may also register on-line and find additional information on our web site at: http://www.greatplainsgrowersconference.org/.

VFW district VFW District One meeting will be held Saturday, Jan. 11, beginning at 11 a.m. at VFW Post 858 Chillicothe. District One will honor the Voice of Democracy and Patriot Pen essay winners and teacher award winners. The joint meeting will begin at 11 a.m. and the regular district meeting will follow the joint meeting and lunch.

Redman named to MVC dean’s Dr. Diane Bartholomew, vice president of academic affairs for Missouri Valley College, has announced the Fall 2019 Dean’s List, which includes Megan Redman of Gallatin, a sophomore majoring in art.

The requirements for the dean’s list are a 3.3 or higher grade point average; at least 12 graded hours for the semester and no “D,” “F,” or “incomplete” grades for the semester.

Daviess County Health Department offers healthcare scholarships Daviess County Health Department was the recipient of a sizable donation from a very generous Daviess County resident.

The Daviess County Board of Trustees discussed how this money could best be utilized for the future of this community.

It was decided to offer two $1,000 scholarships for those in Daviess County wishing to enter the healthcare field.

Information about this scholarship can be found under forms @ www.daviesshealthonline. com or email Cheryl Alexander, RN-Administrator at Cheryl.Alexander@lpha.mo.gov.

You may also call 660-663-2414 for more information or talk to your school counselor.

All scholarships need to be postmarked no later than March 2, 2020.

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Two resign from Altamont, one term filled, request to respond to census A special meeting was held Nov. 17 by the Village of Altamont in which the Trustees discussed the subcontractor bidding and hiring process.

Karia Jones asked when the policy changed regarding liability insurance and Ryan Clark gave his explanation of the need to require subcontractor’s to provide coverage on their own, not under the city’s general liability policy.

Roger Price explained why he believed the city policy would cover work performed with a skid steer, based on e-mailed information from the city’s insurance agent’s office.

Karia Jones and Ryan Clark both mentioned risk aspects to consider. Ryan Clark has contacted various information sources to discuss the situation and he read to the meeting attendees some information to support the need for subcontractors to have their own liability policy.

Karia Jones asked Mark Baker with JBLB Insurance to provide his input on the coverage available. Mark Baker stated the Village is covered under the municipal general liability policy but any uninsured subcontractor would not be personally covered nor would his equipment. JBLB strongly recommended using insured contractors.

Crystal Rogers called the subcontractor’s spouse during the meeting and put her on speaker phone so the trustees could all hear the conversation. It was determined that the subcontractor’s existing coverage could potentially be endorsed to cover snow removal. Mark Baker supported the theoretical modification of an existing policy.

Both Karia Jones and Ryan Clark said they would resign if the other trustees decided to accept bids from any uninsured subcontractors.

Final board consensus was to allow the subcontractor to provide the Village with proof of general liability coverage, as required by the bidding specifications, no later than Nov. 24, 2019. If not received by then, the clerk will notify board members via e-mail and the bid process would be re-posted and sealed bids would be due prior to 3 p.m.

on Dec. 8.

The meeting was adjourned.

Both Karia Jones and Ryan Clark verbally resigned as trustees and left the building.

The Nov. 17 meeting minutes were approved. Present at the Nov. 17 special meeting were trustees Ryan Clark, Karia Jones, Lonnie Norris and Crystal Rogers. Also present were Kay Price, Sue Belsher, Mark Baker and Glenda Rogers, village clerk.

The resignations of Karia Jones and Ryan Clark were accepted during the regular meeting of the Village of Altamont held Dec. 8.

Sue Belsher accepted the appointment to fill the remaining term of one trustee. She was sworn in by the clerk. Roger Price was retained as chair; Lonnie Norris was appointed vicechair; and Crystal Rogers was appointed treasurer.

No snow bids were received.

The board decided to re-post the bid notice and keep open until the Jan. 12 meeting.

Community building cleanup is still needed, but no schedule date was set.

Water tower rental contract with NMICA was briefly discussed and signed by the board.

Terms had been discussed previously.

A notice will be sent to Altamont residents along with their water bill, advising them to please respond to the Census form when received. The Census is important with regard to distribution of federal funds.

Richard Brockmeyer completed new customer forms and his water situation was explained to the board. He wants responsibility to be retained in his name going forward. Due to improper notice regarding change in service, the board moved to allow a three month payment agreement on his meter deposit of $260 and to waive the connect fee.

Next meeting was set for 3 p.m. on Jan. 12.

The Dec. 8 meeting minutes are unapproved. Board members present were Lonnie Norris and Crystal Rogers.

Also present were Sue Belsher, Kay Price and Glenda Rogers, village clerk.

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Help Wanted

Daviess Dekalb Regional Jail IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

Detention Officer- All Shifts Available Starting Pay $11.50/ hr After 90 days $12/hr with full benefits.

If interested, contact Lori Burke at 660-367-2200 or email lburke@ddcrj.com

January 8, 2019

Farm bill meeting The Daviess County U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) and MU Extension will host a joint meeting to explain crop provisions of the 2018 Farm Bill.

The meeting will take place starting at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, at the First Christian Church, 1501 Main St., in Gallatin.

This meeting is open to the public and will conclude by 3:30 p.m.

At the meeting, Mandi Bird, FSA County Executive Director, will provide an overview of Farm Program changes, Market Facilitation Payments, and Disaster Payments. Brent Carpenter, Agriculture Business faculty for MU Extension, will provide information on crop market prices and Decision Support Tools for choosing between ARC or PLC To conclude the meeting, Ron Davisson requested to provide a brief presentation on using drones in agriculture.

2 up for re-election at city of Jamesport Filings for the upcoming election for Jamesport City Council began Dec. 17 and will continue until Jan. 21, 2020, at 5 p.m.. Council positions up for re-election are Rob Murphy, north ward, and Freda Garner, south ward.

A salary ordinance was approved during the meeting of the board members held Dec. 9.

The auditor’s report for the year ended June 30 was a clean report and was approved by the board.

The need to replace the walkin door at the old fire station was discussed and the board agreed to purchase the new door.

The current handheld radio read device, which is needed to program the GPS, needs to be updated and the board voted to purchase the radio read.

The Jamesport City Council met in regular session Dec. 9, 2019, at the Jamesport City Hall.

Members in attendance were Freda Garner, Rob Murphy and Gary Alexander. Also in attendance were Mayor Dana Urton and employee Trent Brewer.

Active Aging Resource Center Jan. 15: Board of Directors meeting 10 a.m.

Jan. 28: Birthday celebrations Jan. 29: Blood Pressure checks 11-12 We have a Chiefs basket to give away this month. Each time you eat at the center, you can place your name in the drawing.

The drawing will be held on Friday, Jan. 31. The basket contains a Chiefs blanket, popcorn, football shaped bowls, hot chocolate mix, and Chiefs gloves.

The basket is donated by Bill and Pat Yost. So come eat at the Center and get your name in the drawing.

January 13-17 Monday: ham balls, scalloped sweet potatoes, green beans, pudding with strawberries and bananas; Tuesday: Salisbury steak over rice, coleslaw, carrots, bran muffin, stewed apples; Wednesday: barbequed chicken, baked beans, pea salad, roll, spiced pears; Thursday: hamburger steak with mushroom gravy, baked potato, broccoli, fruit; Friday: fish and cornbread, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw with tomatoes, berry fruit.

B

irths

Kinzley Adair Grant Dylan, McKinzie, Lucas and Britton Grant, Hamilton, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter and sister, Kinzley Adair Grant.

Kinzley was born on Dec. 3, 2019, at North Kansas City Hospital.

She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Roy and Lynda Pendleton, Gallatin.

Maternal great-grandparents are the late Bill and Ruth Dice, Hamilton, and the late Melvin and Edna Pendleton, formerly of Turney.

Paternal grandparents are Robert and Sharon Grant Jr., Hamilton.

Paternal great-grandparents are the late Reg and Helen Greenwood, Breckenridge, and Darlene and the late Rev. Robert Grant Sr., Hamilton.

5 Drainage work, pothole patching The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned for Daviess County for the week of Jan. 6-12: Route B – closed for bridge reconstruction at the Interstate 35 overpass; Route K – Drainage work at Route K, Jan. 7 – 8; Route K – Pothole patching from Gilman City to Route 6, Jan. 8 – 10; Route MM – Drainage work 0.5 mile west of Route 13, Jan. 9 – 10.

Route 6 was to have pothole patching from I-35 to Route 13, Jan. 6 – 7; Though not listed, some routes remain closed due to flooding. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region such as pothole patching, striping, signal work, etc., in addition to the work mentioned below.

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January 8, 2020

SCHOOL/SPORTS

GHS boys sprint to 88-47 victory over Trenton Gallatin’s boys rang up 34 points in the third quarter and used that surge to pick up an important victory Tuesday night over visiting Trenton.

Outscoring Trenton, 48-17, in the second half, Gallatin moved to 6-4 overall and 2-1 in Grand River Conference East Division play with a convincing, 88-47 win.

Tuesday’s outcome, at first, appeared in doubt but a 13-0 run in the second quarter set the home Bulldogs on the path to a victory. Trenton led, 19-17, after the opening period thanks to the outside shooting of junior Brycin Loyd, who tallied 9 of his team’s first 10 points. Trenton’s final lead of the game came at the 6:42 mark of the second when Loyd hit a 3-pointer from the wing.

Balanced scoring gave Gallatin the lead to stay. Isaac Bird, Landon Corwin, Johnny Stout, and Dylan Burns all contributed to Gallatin’s surge to a 34-22 lead. JJ Waters, Brinley Vandiver, and Tristen Gibson closed out the first half with buckets to give Gallatin a 40-30 lead at the break.

Aidan Adkison scored 4

straight in the middle of the third quarter to push Gallatin’s lead to 55-34. Payton Feiden came off the bench to score twice to maintain a running clock in the fourth period.

Corwin topped all scorers for Gallatin with 19 points as he cleaned up misses around the basket. Adkison finished with 13 points on the strength of 3 treys.

Gibson chipped in 12 points and 4 assists. Waters and Feiden finished with 8 each. Bird and Stout contributed 7 apiece to the victory.

The Lathrop Mules hit their first 3 shots of the game, all 3-pointers and never trailed in last Friday’s 81-48 non-conference victory. Gallatin trailed, 22-7, after the opening quarter and would fall behind by as many as 21 points before Aidan Adkison’s half-court 3-pointer at the buzzer to end the first half.

Lathrop padded its lead with a 38-23 advantage in the second half.

JJ Waters topped the Bulldogs with 8 points, followed by Adkison with 7 and 6 points by Isaac Bird, Tristen Gibson, and

Landon Corwin.

The Bulldogs continue GRC East Division play on Friday when they host the Polo Panthers, losers of 4 straight games prior to last night’s contest against Maysville.

Next week’s Lawson Tournament opener pits #2 Gallatin against #7 Hamilton at 5:45 p.m. on Monday. The winner will face the winner of the game between #3 West Platte and #6 Trenton at 8:15 p.m. on Thursday.

Shots fail to drop in 55-22 GHS loss to Trenton

Brinley Vandiver eyes a bucket from the low post. [Staff photos/DC]

Gallatin’s girls kept pace kicks off with #8 Gallatin against with Trenton in the early go- top-seeded Hamilton at 4:30 on Payton Feiden tracks down a loose ball against Lathrop. ing despite poor shooting from Monday. the field, but the visiting Lady Bulldogs, behind the scoring of junior Maci Moore, pulled away for a 55-22 GRC East Division victory on Tuesday.

Libby Endicott scored Gallatin’s first 4 points of the contest but Trenton led, 10-4, after the opening quarter. The home Lady Bulldogs had a shot at making it a one possession game early in the second but a missed lay-up put the ball back in Trenton’s side of the court where Moore would cash in a 3-point play (field goal and free throw).

Elle Copple came off the bench to hit a 3-pointer to close the gap to 13-9 but Trenton would lead, 25-11, at the half thanks to Moore’s output from the field and foul line.

Trenton’s 13-7 run to start the third quarter put Gallatin in a 40-18 hole. The game would turn into a jayvee match early in the fourth quarter.

Endicott led Gallatin with 8 points. The red and black Lady Bulldogs shot 18.6% overall but 28.6% from the 3-point arc.

Ball-handling problems plagued the Lady Bulldogs in Claire Hemry fires a pass to Madalyn Shubert on the wing. last Friday’s 55-19 non-conference loss to the Lathrop Lady Mules. The Lady Bulldogs turned the ball over 34 The Tri-County R-7 School times in the conBoard approved the audit from test on the way to Conrad and Higgins during their their lowest scormeeting held Jan. 9. The board ing output of the also approved the senior trip season. and the purchase of a commerClaire Hemry cial mixer from Burkett Restauled Gallatin with rant Equipment and Supplies.

7 points and 6 The board voted to renew the steals. Madalyn ¬Missouri United School InsurShubert chipped ance Council insurance policy in 6 points and 4 with the optional umbrella polrebounds. Carli icy of $10 million.

Beck added 4 The board declared surplus points and a teamproperty as presented. Superinhigh 5 boards. tendent and principal’s reports The Lady Bullwere given. The board entered dogs host the into an executive session.

Polo Lady PanNo action was taken after a thers on Friday. review of the budget.

Next week’s LawThe next regular meeting will Libby Endicott gains a step on Lady Mule deson Tournament at 6 p.m. on Jan. 9. fender Kalista Maime.

Jamesport board approves audit

MoMileSplit All-Decade Teams list area track and field athletes MoMileSplit, the leading website for coverage of Missouri high school track and field, recently released its All-Decade Track and Field Team for Classes 1, with more than one local selection to the prestigious group.

Gallatin’s 2013 4x800 relay team of Kailey Salmon, Sara Lin, Kailey Elbert, and Madison Rounkles was the #1 girls’ distance relay team honored.

The quartet owns the GHS Lady Bullldog record of 9:43.30.

Pattonsburg’s Cameron Jones, two-time defending state champ in the Class 1 triple jump,

was also named to the all-decade team by MoMileSplit.

A pair of Penney High Lady Hornets also made the Class 2 all-decade team. Morgan Prather was honored for the state 400-meter dash, which she won in 2015 and finished runnerup twice. Lindsay Vollmer was named to the team for her efforts in the 100-meter hurdles, which she won in 2010 and 2011.

Penney High’s TJ Schieber was an all-decade honoree in Class 2 as a two-time state champion in the shot put event.

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January 8, 2020

Courtwarming Friday!

The GHS courtwarming game is this Friday, Jan. 10 against the Polo Panthers, with junior varsity starting at 5 p.m.

Courtwarming candidates are as follows — Student Council: Claire Hemry and Keegan Allen; Seniors: Annie Nelson and JJ Waters, Macie McNeely and Ross Critten; Juniors: Maddi Michael and Burke Dalton, Johnna Tadlock and Johnny Stout.

Attendants are sophomores Brianna Filley and Reggie Arnold and freshmen Elle Copple and Leroy Hanson.

The dance will take place sometime in March when the schedule is open for more students to attend.

Please come support our Bulldogs and don’t forget your RED AND BLACK! Student Council will be raising money for the Polar Plunge as a community service project this year. There will be a raffle and other fundraisers going on the week of Courtwarming!

Coffee Shop Talk with Daviess County FSA

By Mandi Bird, FSA County Executive Director Happy New Year! I hope this newsletter finds everyone well so far in 2020. Thanks for taking the time to read this month’s FSA updates. We finished off December with 1.1 inches of rainfall compared to 1.84. The 2019 calendar year ended with total of 53.87 inches, which is 13.47 above normal for Daviess County.

Our office is busy with several different programs and sign-up going on right now. Below are dates and information for each program.

R-5 accepts audit report and summer school contract Bob Conrad of Conrad & Higgins LLC presented the final 2018-19 audit report and the Gallatin R-5 Board of Education approved the audit during their Dec. 11 meeting.

The Gallatin superintendent, high school principal and elementary principal discussed APR results with the board; the administration outlined a plan for improving current and future APR results.

The board recognized FBLA for accomplishments of Maddison Michael as FBLA state

Annual Greenhand Conference at NCMC in Trenton Jan. 8 The annual Greenhand Motivational Conference for Area 2 FFA Chapters is being hosted by North Central Missouri College in Trenton today, Wednesday, Jan. 8. The Conference is cosponsored by NCMC and MFA Incorporated.

Thirty area high schools are expected to bring approximately 400 agriculture students to meet state FFA officers and learn more about the field of agriculture and opportunities available through FFA.

secretary and Essie Williams as a national finalist in public speaking.

Reports were presented by Dr. Copple, Principals Burke, Collins and Thogmartin, and Activities Director Gann. Barb Holcomb presented her FBLA vocational report.

The board voted to approve the renewal of CPSK insurance for liability and property for 2020.

The board agreed to enter into an amended one-year contract for summer school with Newton Alliance for 2020.

The 2020 summer school application and the staff policy handbook were approved.

The board reviewed the Belcher Scholarship applications in closed session. Returning to open session, the board agreed to submit Madalyn Shubert’s MSBA Future Builders Belcher Scholarship application to the MSBA committee.

David Rains’ resignation as bus driver was accepted.

Missy Chadwick’s resignation as assistant junior high softball coach was accepted.

The fifth and sixth grade girls basketball position was offered to Courtney Ray. The fifth and sixth grade boys

basketball position (unpaid) was offered to Jeff Donovan. (Donovan abstained) Board members present were Jesse Bird, Pam Critten, Trent Dowell, Martin Sweatman, Tim Bradford, Jeffrey Donovan and Amy Heldenbrand. Also present were Dr. Copple, Principals Burke, Collins, Thogmartin, and Board Secretary Corwin.

Staff attending were Barb Holcomb, Angel Michael, Courtney Ray, Robin Estenbaum, Allie Ockenfels and guests Maddison Michael, Essie Williamson, and Bob Conrad, Conrad & Higgins, LLC.

Larry Holley receives MSHF Pinnacle Award

Jameson native Larry Holley is set to receive the 2020 Pinnacle Award from the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, it was announced this week.

Holley, former head men’s basketball coach at William Jewell College in Liberty, will receive the award in recognition of a lifetime of work enhancing sports in the Show-Me State.

Holley coached 51 seasons, including 48 as a college head coach at WJC, compiling a record of 818 wins against 577 Jan. 6, 2010 working for the department in losses. He is the all-time winningest coach among Missouri Gallatin’s Junior High girls 1985. captured the championship of 4-year colleges. Holley retired Jan. 5, 2000 the Hamilton Tournament on Total personal income in from William Jewell in March Dec. 19. Team members were: Daviess County increased from of 2019. He is a 1967 graduate of Kirbie Crouse, Bailey Morrison, $98,870,000 in the year 1990 to WJC and 1963 graduate of JameSara Lin, Kaitlyn McNeely, Kai- $143,670,000 in 1997 according son High School. ley Salmon, Markecia Lewis, to a report recently by the DeAlong with Holley, 16 individKailey Elbert, Kaitlyn Hefley, partment of Commerce. This uals and teams will be inducted Morgan Horvatin, Molly Mott, represents an increase of 45.3% into the Missouri Sports Hall of Aubrey Nelson and Kylie Col- in total local personal income Fame on Sunday, Jan. 26, at the lins. Coaches were Cindy Boles from 1990 through 1997.

University Plaza Hotel & Conand Stacey Maxwell.

John Sullenger reported the vention Center in Springfield.

Mary Olsen, a 25-year em- theft of an International Cub Ca- Festivities include an 11 a.m. ployee of the Missouri Depart- SELECTED det garden tractor from the Gall- reception NOMINEES FOR UNIVERSITY OF presented by Reliable ment of Transportation, retired atin Truck & Tractor between Toyota at the Missouri Sports MISSOURI EXTENSION COUNCIL MEMBERS on Dec. 31, 2009. Mary was a 2:30 a.m. and 7 a.m. on Jan. 3. Hall of Fame and a 4 p.m. recepmaintenance worker at Gallatin FOR DAVIESS COUNTY (continued on Page 10) tion at University Plaza. when she retired.

Mary started Citizens of voting age in Daviess County, pursuant to the provisions of Sec. 262-577, R.S. Mo. 1969, will have an opportunity to vote and elect members to the University of Missouri Extension Council in February. The elected and appointed Director Edmon Howard ad-extension Carder gavewill anguide overview of ing Account balance $56,164.47; members of the council and direct extension vised the boardwork of a within request for the training audit for 2019.

There Payroll balance $1,085.05; Acthe county. Three people have been nominated for the bids for electrical work positions and oth- in the hascounty. been aThe total of 597 training counts Receivable $352,850.34; elective nominees are as follows: er renovations to the Daviessfor this year.

Accounts Payable $141,946.29.

Lorihours McLaughlin, Altamont, MO DeKalb Regional Jail facility at Marcia DeKalb County board bills The tentative agenda for this Bird, Gallatin, MO Pattonsburg. were discussed by the members. meeting included a vote to close Eben Estes, Gallatin, MO Video visitation is nominations being The proposed budget part the meeting; however, a Additional may2020 be made by petition of 25 or of more looked into for security purposwas outlined by Howard and closed session was not needed. qualified voters residing within the district, filed with the council es. Video visitation a days system distributed to of the board withinis20 after the publication this noticememof election.Present Forms at the Dec. 6 meetthat allows friends, family mem- arebers for review and approval.

A ing of the Regional Jail Board for nominations available in your county extension office bers, attorneys,located and public offimeeting was scheduled at: 102 Northbudget Main, Suite 1, Gallatin, MO 64640 were Daviess County Sheriff cials to schedule and participate for Dec. 20.

Ben Becerra; DeKalb County University Extension Council in video visitation sessions with Carder gave the financial rePresiding Jayla Smith, Chair Commissioner Kyle an inmate fromUniversity anywhere with Extension port, which approved with DeKalb County Sheriff of Missouri does notwas discriminate on the basis ofCarroll; race, color, age,tax disability or status a Vietnam-era veteran in Edmon Howard, Jr., internet access.national origin, sex, religion, sales revenue forasOctober Andy Clark; employment or programs. 2019 $70,351.64; Sales Tax balDeputy Director Timothy director; Timothy Carder, depuCarder presented a bid proposal ance $113,364.08; Commissary ty director; Lori Burke, adminfor new locks and doors during grossed $14,302.68 in November istrative assistant. Absent was the Dec. 6 meeting. This bid was 2019; CD account 247 balance Daviess County Commissioner tabled due to the absence of a $249,993.42; CD account 977 Jim Ruse. board member. balance $104,555.24; Operat-

Jail requests bids for renovations, budget outlined

ARCPLC- Deadline March 15 The deadline to make elections and sign contracts for 2019 ARCPLC is March 15. That is only 46 business days away and we still have about 800 farms to enroll. Please do not delay. Call or visit the office to start this process today. If the deadline is missed, the farm will default to prior farm bill programs but that farm with forfeit any potential 2019 payments.

The 2018 farm bill is also giving producers a one-time chance to update their PLC yields on each farm. These yields are used to calculate PLC payments when crop prices fall below certain levels. The years that are being used to update yields are 2013 through 2017. The updated PLC yields will take effect for the 2020 crop year. This can be a lengthy process, do not procrastinate!

The Daviess County FSA and MU Extension will be hosting a producer meeting on several Farm Bill changes and programs on Tuesday, January 14 at the First Christian Church located at 1501 S Main St. in Gallatin from 1-3:30 p.m. See more information in the article below.

CRP- Sign-up ends Feb. 28 General CRP Sign-up 54 is well underway in Daviess County. Please contact the office to schedule an appointment if you would like to offer land into CRP or find out more information. Offers can be for new cropland or expiring CRP land. Land must be clear of trees and noxious weeds and capable of being farmed in a normal manner. Land must be

owned for a minimum of 1 year prior to being offered into CRP. General CRP offers are not first come first serve, instead all offers are submitted into a national ranking system after the end of the sign-up in February. Accepted offers would start October 1, 2020. The maximum rental rate of CRP in the Daviess County general sign-up is $122 per acre.

WHIP+ There is a new disaster program (Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program-Plus) for years 2018 and 2019 that includes compensation for failed acres and low yields due to flooding. In Daviess County, WHIP+ will be available for eligible producers who have suffered eligible losses of certain crops as a result of 2018 and 2019 flooding along the Grand River and its major tributaries.

Producers applying for WHIP+ must provide supporting documentation to establish that the crops were directly affected by a qualifying disaster loss, including failed, low-yield, or uninsured prevented planting acreage. Both insured and uninsured producers are eligible to apply for WHIP+. If you suffered crop losses due to flooding in the fall of 2018, please stop by the office to make an application. Harvest will need to be complete before a 2019 WHIP+ application can be made. For more details about the WHIP+ program or to make a 2018 application, please call or come by the office.

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NOMINEES SELECTED FOR UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI EXTENSION COUNCIL MEMBERS Daviess County

Citizens of voting age in Daviess County, pursuant to the provisions of Sec. 262-577, R.S. Mo. 1969, will have an opportunity to vote and elect members to the University of Missouri Extension Council in February. The elected and appointed members of the extension council will guide and direct extension work within the county. Six people have been nominated for each of the elective positions in their respective districts. The nominees and their districts are as follows: District name: Daviess County District description: Daviess County Term length: 2 years Candidates:

Cody Bird Kelsey Cox Corey Endicott Chretta Mastin Lori McLaughlin Mandy Prescott

Additional nominations may be made by petition of 25 or more qualified voters residing within the district, filed with the council within 20 days after the publication of this notice of election. Forms for nominations are available in your county extension office located at: 102 N. Main St. Ste. 1, Gallatin, MO 64640. Ph. 660-663-3232.

The Daviess County University Extension Council Jayla Smith, Chair

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Taxes paid under protest withheld from schools Sally Black, assessor, and Diane McLey, deputy asCOMMISSION sessor, met with the commission advising them that Sally will be telling schools that there were some entities that paid their taxes in protest, so schools will not be receiving their portion of those assessments until after the protests are settled.

Assessor Black also advised that over $800,000 of personal property has been added since October so that should help offset the loss. Sally advised the commission that there is extra noise from the boiler pump since the new pump was installed. Jay Hart, Grand River Heating, will investigate.

Sally asked the commission if the black Tahoe could have signage that says Daviess County and a phone number. The commission will have the name signage added. Sally also asked the commission why requests for GIS shape files were not coming to her office. Discussion was held. Sally advised the commission that her office had experienced a printing anomaly with a print job going to the wrong office. David Hansen, Spectral Networks, will investigate.

James Lewis, bridge supervisor, updated the commissioners on ongoing work. The crew has been working on repairs and maintenance of equipment in the shop. They are continuing to mow brush in Grand River and Jamesport townships.

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• Brandon Pooler, 19, Altamont, was picked up from Clay County Detention Center on three warrants for failure to appear and probation violations.

garding ongoing tube projects. erty that you don’t own, the land James notified the commission owner will be responsible to pay that MoDOT has closed bridge the taxes on that structure. The 157000.8 in Harrison Township person who owns the land is reuntil further notice, and tempo- sponsible to collect reimburserarily closed bridge 006002.0 on ment of the taxes on the struc140th Street in Benton Township ture from the person who owns until repairs can be made. Mo- the structure. The collector can DOT will continue to do bridge provide the amount of the taxes inspections for the next couple to be collected from the owner of of weeks. the structure.

David Roll, EM Director, met Representatives from the aswith the commission to discuss sessor’s office will be in the field final numbers for the Emergen- in Jamesport, Jackson, Liberty, cy Management 2020 budget. Jefferson, Marion, Benton and Discussion was held regarding Salem Townships. what were the next steps to reRecorder’s Office building Saber Road. A meetMarriage licenses issued: ing with Union township was Chase Terry Morrison, 21, Patscheduled for next week. David tonsburg, and Kersten Lee advised the commission that the Crawford, 22, Hamilton; Brennext LEPC meeting will be Jan. don Edward Cosgrove, 27, and 29 at Dockery Park.

Dana Lynn Switlik, 25, both of Ronetta Burton, county Trenton; Justin Matthew Flanclerk, advised the commission ders, 25, and Kelsie Rae Cannell, that she had sent the updated 29, both of Weatherby. lease agreement for Daviess Beneficiary Deeds County Nursing and Rehab to Tract in Jefferson Jennifer Osby for final approval.

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Patricia Folgate 1940-2019 Patricia Folgate, 79, Ridgeway, died Dec. 31, 2019, at a Cameron nursing home. Funeral services were held Jan. 4, 2020, at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany.

Burial was in Lloyd Cemetery, Mt. Moriah. Memorials may be made to Lloyd Cemetery, in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424.

Patricia was born July 27, 1940, in Harrison County. She graduated from the Bethany school in the spring of 1958, and married Carl Folgate in September 1958. In 1960, they moved to a farm east of Bethany, where they lived until present day.

Pat was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church and taught Sunday school classes for 35 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her three siblings, Nolan Landes, Elaine Stanley and Deloris Wells.

Survivors include her husband, Carl Folgate, of the home; daughter, Shellie (Gary) King, Gallatin; sons, Douglas (Leslie) Folgate and Michael (Kelly) Folgate, both of Ridgeway; four grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Lloyd Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www. robersonfuneralhome.com.

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Mary Ellen Diem 1936-2020 Mary Ellen Diem, 83, Cosby, died Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020, at her home.

She was born Nov. 2, 1936, in Pattonsburg, daughter of the late Dorothy and Kenneth Lasher.

She graduated from Pattonsburg High School and married Donald Diem on Dec. 23, 1977.

She was a homemaker and a former member of the Nazarene Church of Brookfield and the Helena Baptist Church.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Diem; son, Kenneth “Jim” Claypool; her parents; sisters, Carol and Irene Lasher.

Survivors include daughter, Jeanie Claypool; seven grandchildren; and eleven greatgrandchildren.

Funeral services for Mary Ellen Diem will be held at 2 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 10, 2020, at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m.

Friday, at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Amity Cemetery.

Barbara J. Jones 1934 – 2019 Barbara J. Jones, 85, King City, died Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, at her home.

She was born Aug. 26, 1934, the daughter of Howard Joseph and Virginia

Helen (Templeton) Kraus.

On Dec. 1, 1956, she married Carl A. Jones in Savannah. He preceded her in death on Aug. 3, 2001. Barbara was also preceded in death by her parents and brother, Patrick Kraus.

Early in life, Barbara worked as the secretary for the Union Star School. She was a member of the King City Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include her son, David Jones, King City; daughter, Paula (David) MacMillan, Telluride, CO; brother, Marvin Kraus, County Club Village; sisters, Betty Cantor, Gower, and Mary Smith, Springfield; five grandchildren, including Nicole Hutchison and Adrian Gutshall, both of Jamesport; and seven great-grandchildren.

The family held a memorial

service Jan. 3, 2020, at the Presbyterian Church in King City.

Chris Rinehart 1987-2019 Chris Rinehart, 32, Hamilton, died Dec. 30, 2019, at his home.

Chris was born on March 6, 1987, the son of Kevin Hundertfund and Karen Rinehart in Lubbock, TX. He grew up and attended grade school in Independence. Chris attended Van Horn High School and Gallatin High School. Chris was a truckdriver for Kiem.

Mr. Rinehart was preceded in death by his grandmother, Velma Rinehart.

Survivors include father, Kevin Hundertfund of Topeka, KS; mother, Karen (Noah) Mc-

Crary of Bethany; daughter, Gabriella Daley of Cameron; daughter, Oakley Rinehart of Hamilton; brother, Robert Ellis of Bethany; brother, Dustin Rinehart of Kansas City, KS; grandfather, Gearl Rinehart of Bethany; mother of Gabriella, Amber Daley of Cameron; mother of Oakley, Jasmine Elder.

Family services for Chris Rinehart are pending. Cremation has been entrusted to Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin.

John Robert Wheeler 1948-2019 John Robert Wheeler, 71, Jamesport, died Dec. 30, 2019, at his home.

He was born on Nov. 7, 1948, in Trenton, the son of Macy Joe and Marjory Evelyn (Critten) Wheeler. John worked as a ma(continued on Page 10)

Public Notices

... Because You Have the Right to Know In Re: Genevieve M. Den Hartog, Myrick W. Den Hartog and Dena N. Johnson, trustees under trust dated August 10, 1987 TRUSTEE’S SALE – Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Genevieve M. Den Hartog, Myrick W. Den Hartog and Dena N. Johnson, trustees under trust dated August 10, 1987 dated 09/15/2006, and recorded on 09/20/2006 Book 228 Page 29 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Daviess County, MISSOURI, the undersigned Successor Trustee, will on 01/09/2020 at 1:30 PM at the South Front Door of the Daviess County Courthouse, 102 N Main St. Gallatin MO 64640, sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash subject to the terms announced at the sale, the realty described in said deed of trust, to wit: ALL OF LOT TWO (2), IN BLOCK SEVEN (7) OF THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF JAMESPORT, MISSOURI, EXCEPT THE WEST TEN (10) FEET THEREOF. ALSO DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: ALL, EXCEPT 10 FEET OF THE WEST SIDE, OF LOT 2, BLOCK 7, OF THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF JAMESPORT, STATE OF MISSOURI. Substitute Trustee Corporation SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE www.substitutetrusteecorp.com Published in the North Missourian File #: DENHANOR First publication date 12/18/2019

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DAVIESS COUNTY, MISSOURI AT GALLATIN Case No. 19DV-DR00029 In regards to the dissolution herein filed on behalf of the Petitioner, Mykah Scott.

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION. THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO Giovanni Scott, Respondent.

YOU ARE HEREBY notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Daviess County, Missouri, at Gallatin, the object and general nature of which is a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage.

The names of the parties to said action are Mykah Scott and Giovanni Scott. The name and address of the Attorney for Petitioner is: Michele C. Puckett 616 Lana Drive, P.O. Box 607 Cameron, Missouri 64429 You are further notified that, unless you file and answer or other pleadings or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petitioner within 45 days after the day of 24th day of December, 2019, Judgment by Default will be rendered against you.

December 17, 2019

Pam Howard, Circuit Clerk

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DAVIESS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF: O. R. J., A MINOR. Case No. 19DV-PR00022 SARAH RENEE RAGAN and IVAN JAY RAGAN, Petitioners.

NOTICE The State of Missouri to THE UNKNOWN FATHER OF O. R. J., a minor: You are hereby notified that an action was commenced in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Daviess County, the object and general nature of which is an application for Co-Guardianship of O. R. J., a minor, by Petitioners Sarah Renee Ragan and Ivan Jay Ragan. The name, address, and phone number of the attorney for the Petitioners is Drew F. Davis, P.O. Box 610, Cameron, Missouri 64429, (816) 632-7575.

Unless you file an answer or other pleading or otherwise appear and defend against the Petition within fortyfive days after the date of the first publication of this notice

(or other date to which the deadline is extended by the Court), judgment by default will be rendered against you.

By: JENNIFER HOPPENTHALER Clerk of the Circuit Court Date of first publication: 1/2/2020

IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DAVIESS COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge or Division: PROBATE Case Number: 19DV-PR00023 In the Estate of BONNIE LEE STREICH, Deceased.

Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Independent Administration- Non-Resident Fiduciary) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of BONNIE LEE STREICH, Decedent: On 27-DEC-2019, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of BONNIE LEE STREICH, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Daviess County, Missouri. The personal representative may administer the estate independently without adjudication, order, or direction of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless a petition for supervised administration is made to and granted by the court.

The personal representative’s business address is: DAWN KELLEY WATSON, 10224 7TH PL SE, LAKE STEVENS, WA 98258-8574.

The non-resident personal representative’s Attorney and designated agent’s name, business address, and phone number is: DREW F DAVIS, 1115 WEST GRAND, CAMERON, MO 64429,816-632-7575.

All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of the decedent’s death: 03-SEP-2019 JENNIFER HOPPENTHALER, Clerk Date of first publication: 02-JAN-2020

Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court.

In Re: Jeremy S. Dutro and Martha K. Dutro, husband and wife TRUSTEE’S SALE – Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Jeremy S. Dutro and Martha K. Dutro, husband and wife dated 04/05/2004, and recorded on 04/09/2004 Book 208 Page 38 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Daviess County, MISSOURI, the undersigned Successor Trustee, will on 01/23/2020 at 1:30 PM at the South Front Door of the Daviess County Courthouse, 102 N Main St. Gallatin MO 64640, sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash subject to the terms announced at the sale, the realty described in said deed of trust, to wit: ALL OF LOT ONE (1) IN BLOCK “X” AND A STRIP OF LAND 20 FEET WIDE ADJOINING LOT ONE (1) IN BLOCK “Z” ON THE NORTH SIDE, ALL IN WILLIAM WIRT`S SECOND ADDITION TO THE TOWN (NOW CITY) OF GALLATIN, MISSOURI. Substitute Trustee Corporation SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE www.substitutetrusteecorp.com Published in the North Missourian File #: DUTJENOR First publication date 01/01/2020

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January 8, 2020

Altamont United Methodist Adult Sunday School lesson was on God’s eternal glory. King Solomon commanded that the Ark of the Covenant be brought into the most holy place; the glory of the Lord appeared to dwell there, I Kings 8:13.

Special songs were “In the Garden” and “Soon and Very Soon.”

Krista Clark sang a very pretty song

by Amy Grant. Thanks to all who cleaned the church and put away all the Christmas decorations after Sunday School. Refreshments were served afterwards.

Prayers continue for Susie Walton, patient at KU Medical Center, Faye, a cousin of Bertie Stith, and for Sherry Bridgeman. Thank you, Roger and Deloris, for your love, offerings, and concern for our church.

UMW will meet tomorrow to plan program books for the year 2020.

Baptist Church Pastor Daniel Pelichowski will lead morning worship Sunday, Jan. 12. The Finance Meeting will convene at 5 p.m. and Church in Conference will be at 6 p.m.

Wednesday night activities have resumed with Pioneer Club and REACH Youth Group from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Choir practice will follow at 7:30 p.m. Men’s Bible study sessions are scheduled for Tuesdays,

Deaths

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Fairview Fairview opened with prayers for Karen Reed, Pat and Gene Russell, June Stamper, James Grimes, Brandon and Megan Cleft, Debbie Smith, Kay Cox, Vickie Meadows, Darlene Meesberg, Shirley Howee, Rhett Colton, Leo and Beverly Lang, Mary Cockman with prayers by Vanda Davis.

Special praises to Melvin and Betty McFee on their 38th anniversary. Kids for Truth is on Wednesday, 6:30 to 8 p.m. All children from 4-13 years old are invited.

Worship began with “There is No Name so Sweet on Earth.” Marilyn Searcy lead congregation with “He Keeps Me Singing.” Jeremiah Landry collected the offering and Marsha Vanisko presented special music.

Communion was served by Vanda Davis and Betty McFee. Pastor Landry read Jeremiah 31:3 and presented the message “Unconditional Love.” “Onward Christian Soldiers” and prayer was by Marilyn Searcy.

Friends in Christ Shonna Morrison welcomed the congregation, and Mike Earnst led the opening prayer. Praise songs were “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” and “Still.” The sermon was

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called “Take the Next Step” by Chris Hodges of Church of the Highlands in Birmingham, AL. The message was based on Ephesians 1:17-18, Matthew 7:21, James 5:16, and John 15:8. Small group time followed the message.

Gallatin First Christian Pastor Kyle Taft’s message Sunday was “Invitation to a Journey: Prayer,” based on Matthew 6:9-15.

Megan Barnard gave the children’s message.

Prayers are requested for the family of Rick Ripple.

Retiring Elder Sandy Evans was honored by her serving team, and new Elder Todd Holcomb was welcomed.

Pastor Kyle has started a One Year Bible Blog at https://pastorkyleoybb.wordpress.com. Share in his insights as he journeys through the Old and New Testament readings from the One Year Bible.

We will have a baptism service for Granville Miller during next Sunday’s worship. Pastor Kyle will lead a prayer workshop during the Sunday School hour that day.

On Jan. 19, families with children ages birth through fourth grade are invited to a family bowling event at Chillicothe from 1 - 3 p.m. Contact Emily Miller to sign up. Youth groups will meet that evening at the regular times.

FCC will offer Baptism 101 beginning Feb. 2. The class will teach the basics of baptism covering what we believe, what is baptism, why be baptized, and what happens after baptism.

Join us at FCC at 7 p.m. on Jan. 31 for a night of music and fellowship with Jenny Gordon.

Gallatin United Methodist The worship service at 11 a.m. began with Eli Lawinger lighting the altar candles. The children’s sermon was about there being a time and place for everything, leading up to Pastor Brad’s sermon was “This is His time.”

Scripture was from Ecclesiastes 3:1-13. Organ music was by Sue Bird.

Tuesday at 2 p.m. is Bible study at Daviess County Care Center. Jan. 12 is LOFT Youth Group at 4. There will be no Saturday evening services in January. Prayers concerns: Hadley Martin.

Lake Viking Pastor Robert Nelson’s sermon was “About our Father’s Business.”

The main scripture was from Luke 2:40-52. For the special music Johnny Brown sang a song that he had written.

Wednesday at 10 a.m. the Ladies Bible Study will meet in the Fellowship Hall. At 6:30 p.m. the youth group will meet in the sanctuary and at 7 p.m. the evening adult Bible study will meet in the large Sunday school room.

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He married Beulah Doris He was preceded in death by Wendt on Aug. 16, 1968 in Trenhis wife, Catherine; his parents, ton. He worked as a farmer and and two sons, Steven and Joseph as a laborer for Con Agra.

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He was preceded in death by Survivors include his sons, his wife, Doris; one daughter, Matthew Wheeler, Normal, IL, Carla Rae Ross; and one brothand Robert Wheeler, Pontiac, IL; er, Larry Ross. brother, Larry (Leota) Wheeler, Survivors include one daughJamesport; sister, Judy (Tom) ter, Kim (Terry) Tate of LarNeedham, Buffalo, IA; and five edo; one step-daughter, Donna grandchildren.

Souders (Gerald) of Jamesport; The family of John Robert three step-sons, Donald BritWheeler will hold memorial tain of Trenton, Dennis (Sheryl) graveside services and inurn- of Medford, OK, and Larry Britment at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 11, tain (Lori) of Trenton; two sisin Rose Hill Cemetery, Buffalo, ters, Sara (Kenneth) Wilson of IA. There is no scheduled family Spickard, and Claudia (Rusty) visitation. Online condolences Stamper of Spickard; three may be left at www.robersonfu- grandchildren; and three greatneralhome.com. John has been grandchildren. cremated under the direction of Memorial services for Kenny Roberson Funeral Home, Jame- Ray Ross were held at the Lindsport. ley Funeral Home Jan. 7, in Laredo. A private family inurnment Kenny Ray Ross will be held at Mt. Zion Cem1944-2020 etery, Humphreys. Memorial Kenny Ray contributions may be made to Ross, 75, HumMt. Zion Cemetery and may be phreys, died Jan. left at or mailed to Lindley Fu1, 2020, in Laredo. neral Home, P.O. Box 47, ChilliKenny was cothe, MO 64601. born the son of Floyd and BarMcATEE's MAYTAG.qxp_McATEE's MAYTAG 11/6/18 11:48 AM Page 27 bara Jean (Neff) Ross Sept. 16, 1944, in Grundy County.

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he family of Gene Prindle would like to thank all the neighbors, friends, and family for all the calls, cards, & all the food prepared by the ladies & the professional care by the Stith Funeral Home! It was very much appreciated. May God bless you all!

Blasts from the Past (continued from page 7) The tractor was recovered on Highway 6 approximately 50 yards from the dealership after it apparently rolled off the suspect’s trailer.

Jan. 10, 1990 Homecoming was celebrated at Jameson High School on Jan. 19 when Huskey basketball teams hosted Mercer. Candidates were: (student council) Laura Hoyle and Chris Baker, (seniors) Tami Breit and Brent Brown, (juniors) Delta Carter and Steve Cornelson, (sophomores) Becky Nielson and Ryan Hartley, and (freshmen) Sarah Henderson and Jason Estes.

Jan. 9, 1980 Winston’s girls rolled over Union Star, 68-31, to set a new Stanberry Invitational Tournament record for most points scored in a game. The victory raised the top-seeded Lady Redbird record to 10-0. Melissa Rogers led the team with 23 points.

Jan. 8, 1970 The Gallatin Bulldogs upset top-seeded Jameson, 58-57, for

the championship of the North Harrison Invitational Tournament Friday night. The last tourney won by a Gallatin five was the regional in 1962. Howard Weldon and Dennis Morrissey led the Bulldogs with 20 and 17 points, respectively.

Jan. 7, 1960 A huge micro-wave tower was the newest object on the Daviess County skyline. The installation is located in the Windy Ridge section of the county, just east of U. S. 69, southwest of Winston.

It is designed to carry hundreds of long distance telephone conversations simultaneously.

Jan. 5, 1950 Fire completely destroyed the Barlow Service Station and adjacent home of Mrs. Minnie Rottman on State Highway 6 and 13 in North Gallatin. Sub-freezing weather worked a hardship on local fire fighters. Both ears were frozen for Wilbert (Buster) Gordon. E. H. (Eddie) Elbert suffered a frozen ear. Arnold Tolen suffered frozen feet.

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Agriculture Beef bottle calf heifer for sale.

1 week old. Comes with one bag of meal replacer $200 ­660-605-1391 Looking to rent ­pasture ground.

Can build fence if necessary.

Call Michael w/ Beery fencing at 660-973-3161

Business Opportunities ROOFING CONTRACTORS: Metal Roof Restoration and Flat Roof Products Manufacturer Looking for Qualified Individuals willing to receive training and install roofing systems. 40 Years of Top Quality Products and Developing Successful Business Owners. Investment Required.

Training Provided. 816-425-1155

For Rent GALLATIN ESTATES APARTMENTS FOR RENT: 1 or 2 bdrm available. HUD vouchers accepted. Rental assistance available to those who qualify. Equal housing opportunity. Call 660663-3114.

2 bedroom apartment Chillicothe. Central Air. Very clean. $500/month plus deposit. Pay own utilities. 660-707-3862 CASE Skid Loader, 85hp, by the day, week or month. Contact Gallatin Truck & Tractor, Inc. 660663-2103 or 2104.

STORAGE UNITS: Outside lighting, surveillance cameras, insulated to prevent large temperature variances, different sizes available. Located Hwy. O east of Gallatin. Critten Country Storage, 660-605-3350.

Hale: 2 bedroom house, appliances furnished. No pets. 1st Month & Deposit required. Available Now! CALL 660-645-2316

For Sale BOATS FOR SALE: New & used boats & pontoons, several to choose from, just watch our website, www.lakevikingmarine. com or call 660-663-3722, Lake Viking Marine.

OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE by Central Boiler Inc. FREE HEAT & hot water. Eliminate monthly heating bills. Call 660-707-3866 today. (No Sunday calls, please).

BASE ROCK, BLACK DIRT AND fill dirt. CRP clean-up, brush removal, & have a bucket truck for trimming trees (insured). Huston Trucking & Construction, 660663-3234 or 660-334-0997.

END ROLLS available $5 each!

Use end rolls of newsprint to wrap items for moving or shipping, or to make some fun art projects. We support recycling.

Join us by using this eco-friendly option. Available 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Mon.-Fri. at Gallatin Publishing Co., 609B S. Main, Gallatin.

50 gallon Select gas water heater, $250; ­KitchenAid double oven wall insert, $300; KitchenAid 4-burner with grill, down

draft vent included, $250; 660334-1957 prefer text.

Help Wanted Mid-States Services, LLC is accepting applications for a Fiber Internet Installer/ Technician.

This position requires proficiency and knowledge of Internet and computer functions and the ability to work at various physical heights. Experience in fiber splicing preferred. Interested applicants may obtain an application at www.mid-states. net, or 2626 Oklahoma Avenue.

Submit a completed application and resume by January 10, 2020 to: Mid-States Services, LLC, Attention: Troy Slagle, 4100 Oklahoma Avenue, Trenton, MO 64683 EOE/M/F/H/V Higher Starting Wage! Indian Hills is currently seeking all positions including RN, LPN, Med Tech and CNA. Applicants may apply online at www.stonebridgeseniorliving.com or within the facility at 2601 Fair St. Chillicothe, MO 64601. Benefits and night shift rate. EOE The Daviess County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for a full time deputy sheriff. If interested, please apply in person Mon-Fri, 8am4pm, at the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office located on the first floor of the courthouse in Gallatin, 660-663-2031. Please submit a resume at time of application. Equal Opportunity Employer.

TRAGER LIMESTONE All Sizes Crushed Limestone and Ag Lime • Trucks Available

Gallatin Quarry 660-663-3101 Nettleton Quarry 660-644-5821 Office 660-646-5831 Notices Sutton Dentistry will be closed parts of Dec-March due to the birth of Dr. Sutton’s child.

Please contact the office for more details (660)646-3900 HE WHO HAS a thing to sell and goes and whispers in a well, is not so apt to get the dollars as he who climbs a tree and hollers. Call The AdZone, at Chillicothe 660-707-1820 or Gallatin 660-663-2154.

Shearwood Fabrics at 204 Broadway, Jamesport is having a Winter White sale. Our new 20 bolts of white on white fabrics are 20% off for January 2020.

Services YOUR DIRT IS our bread and butter. Carpet and upholstery cleaning. David Baldwin, 816632-2627 or toll-free 1-888-8542949.

SEAMLESS GUTTERING, A-1 Leaf Guard, CHI Overhead Door, LiftMaster-Chamberlain Operator Sales, Installation & Service.

Call for free estimate. Serving you since 2006! Miller Construction, Jamesport, MO 660-6846950.

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THE HAMILTON BANK checking/savings accounts, loans, IRA’s and C.O.D.’s. Visit www. hamiltonbank.net or call 816583-2143. Branch at Lathrop, MO. Member FDIC & Equal Housing Member.

R. Huston Trucking & Construction. All kinds of dirt work, clean out ponds, demolition clearing, pulling trees, site prep, dig basements and tree removal.

J.D. Tractor with Hyd ditch mower, brush cutter, track hoe, track loader, back hoe, dozer, scaper, mini hoe, skid loader, dump trucks. Insured! Call Rick 660-334-0997 or Ron 660-6633234, cell 816-390-5161 Foster Refrigeration & Electric, Heating & Air Conditioning, 915 S. Washington, Chillicothe, MO 64601. Ph. 660-707-0797. www. fostershvac.com Grand River Heating and Cooling LLC, Jay Hart - 660.663.3409.

Residential & Commercial. We offer new construction installs, replacements, service calls, whole house ductwork and tune ups. grandriverheatingandcooling@gmail.com Adkison Electric - 660.663.7139 - Residential, Industrial, Commercial. Matt Adkison - mattadkison2@gmail.com Tree Tech Tree Service 816.215.3975 - Insect & Disease Control, Tree Trimming, Tree Removal and Stump Grinding Licensed and Insured - Jeremy Cobb Dusty’s Heating, Cooling & Electric. Dusty Huffman. Give us a call and ask about our Preventive Maintenance Program & Duct Cleaning service. 660973-5584, Serving Northern Missouri

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Wanting to buy standing timber: Cottonwood, maple, oak, walnut. Call 660-646-5082 after 6:00 p.m.

Farm ground wanted. Competitive rates. Aaron Landes 660358-2682 Wanting to buy standing timber.

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January Daze...

“They say that the year is old and gray, That his eyes are dim with sorrow; But what care we, though he pass away?

For the New Year comes tomorrow.

No sighs have we for the roses fled, No tears for the vanished summer; Fresh flowers will spring where the old are dead, To welcome the glad new-comer.

Then sing, young hearts that are full of cheer, With never a thought of sorrow; The old goes out, but the glad young year Comes merrily in tomorrow.” … Emily H. Miller

by Dr. Don Kuehle

The Romans called this month “Januarius” after their god, Janus. Janus had two faces, one on each side of his head. The face in back looked backwards to the past; the face in front looked forward to the year yet-to-be.

Originally, the Roman Year began with March, and had 10 months. Numa Pompilius added January and February to the calendar-year. And by 251 B.C., January had been accepted as the first month of the year.

Most of Europe did not accept the calendar-change. People here continued to call this month “wulfmonath” or Wolf Month.

The full moon in January is called the Wolf Moon. The beginning of the ancient Jewish year was March 25. Both Jews and Christians once observed March 25 as a legal holiday.

January is notable for its variety of special days, enough to put one in a daze: NEW YEAR’S DAY (Jan. 1) -Another year, a new day! We resolve to be a new and better person. We have a second chance,

by God’s grace, to change for the good. Time to turn over a “new leaf,” to write only positive and productive things on each page of the New Year.

TWELFTH NIGHT EVE (Jan. 5) -- The Twelve Days of Christmas are over. Hopefully, the “Christmas Spirit” will continue to be present in us.

EPIPHANY (Jan. 6) -- The Season of the Christian Year that runs from Jan. 6 until Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. Epiphany celebrates the opening of God’s Kingdom to the Gentiles (anyone who is not Jewish).

ST. DISTAFF’S DAY (Jan. 7) -- Sorry to say, there is no “Saint Distaff.” A “distaff ” is a staff, or pole, used in spinning; Jan. 7 was jokingly called St. Distaff ’s Day because now that the Twelve Days of Christmas were past, the women must go back to work, go back to their spinning, back to their “distaffs.”

PLOW MONDAY (First Monday in Epiphany) -- This marks the end of the Christmas holidays, time for all to get back to work, to the plowing.

ST. HILARY’S DAY (Jan. 14) -- Traditionally this is the coldest day of the year.

ST. PAUL’S DAY (Jan. 25) – This celebrates the conversion of Paul, the great Christian leader and missionary.

January is a time to celebrate the variety of days, a time to appreciate both the serious and the not-so-serious in life. January offers us the opportunity, by God’s grace and power, to live life fully as God meant it to be lived.

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County library’s 2020 vision hosting Daviess County Health Department’s new ‘Mommies and Munchkins’ program on Friday, Jan. 10, at 9:30 a.m. Bring a cup of your favorite morning beverage and give the kids an opportunity to burn off a little energy while the mommies share.

Programs like Alz Not Forgotten, FamilySearch, Adult Computer Lab, Storytime @ the Castle, Music Story Time and Tweens Hump Day all saw great enthusiasm in the fall and will continue through winter and into spring as scheduled.

Alz Not Forgotten invites both families of Daviess County Nursing and Rehab residents and community families caring for their dementia or Alzheimer family member in the home.

Scientific program prompts are used to help engage with those experiencing memory impairment and they always have fun with some hands-on craft.

This group meets the first Tuesday every month from 1:302:30 p.m. at the nursing home.

It’s so nice to have an hour break

to remind us we are not alone in our challenging and sometimes frustrating situation.

FamilySearch genealogy has a winter schedule, moving from evenings to afternoons for the months of January and February. This program is offered the fourth Thursday of the month and meets from 1-3 p.m. Jan. 23 and Feb. 27.

Storytime@ the Castle meets at 10 a.m. the first Friday of the month. Librarians spend time reading, singing, and crafting with the little ones and their grown-up. The Very Ready Reading Program states that entering kindergarten with the skills necessary to be ready to read is critical. In fact, there is no greater predictor of future success in school. Reading together is the very best way to raise a reader.

Music Story Time with Mariah meets at 10 a.m. the third Friday of the month. Mariah, a trained dance instructor and mother of three brings fun and learning through playing together. Songs add joy to the understanding of sounds. They are the building

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blocks of words, and knowing many words helps a child build a strong vocabulary.

Adult Computer Lab meets the third Friday of every month, 1-3 p.m., offering a wealth of assistance from trouble-shooting patrons’ own query, to introducing online training materials, to tutoring opportunities for adult GED/HiSET seekers, and, this winter, to assistance in completing CENSUS2020 forms.

Jan. 17 bring all those new electronic gadgets: iPads, phones, and laptops. The library will help you get started with apps and more.

February, March and April, bring your CENSUS2020 card with pin and the library will get you set up to complete your census report. Census numbers determine how legislators, both state and federal, determine funding for libraries. Be counted!

For more program information, check the calendar on the website www.daviesscountylibrary.org, then “Quick Links/Library Events,” visit the library or call 660-663-3222.

Marvelous Missouri Tales of

When Molly and her family go to Silver Dollar City, she expects roller coasters, rides, lemonade and fun. She gets all of that and something unexpected. From an encounter with an older employee, Molly comes away with a deeper love of the area’s history and an insight into how Missouri came to be settled. Tales of Marvelous Missouri is sure to engage readers at home and students at school.

Brought to you by the National Newspaper Association Foundation, Silver Dollar City, Branson Convention & Visitors Bureau, and the Missouri Press Foundation to engage readers with their community newspapers in 2020.

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by Carolyn This 8-part series will soon be Mueller presented in and the North Missourian, courtesy of the Gallatin Publishing Company illustrated by Nicole Hartfelder