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Health Department advises continued precautions as state reopens; first responder testing available Gov. Mike Parson announced “Phase II” of the recovery plan which reopened the state beginning yesterday, June 16.

The Daviess County Health Department in conference with David Roll, Emergency Management Director, and Jim Ruse, Daviess County Presiding Commissioner, will follow the governor’s recommendations/guidance for reopening. However, the Health Department encourages everyone to take precautions and evaluate their own risks and the situations that can lead to increased risks.

The Health Department will continue to encourage social

distancing, monitoring your own health, wearing a mask if you are ill or working closely with someone who is ill, washing hands frequently, and disinfecting highly touched areas.

Long-term care facilities will have new guidance recommendations available this week which will outline the strategies for reopening. Please respect those businesses and entities that choose to protections.

Businesses have an obligation both socially and legally to protect their employees and customers by taking reasonable steps to prevent the spread of illness within their facilities. Ap-

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propriate methods have already been implemented by most businesses, and should be maintained until the threat associated with illness has been removed.

COVID-19 is not gone; the state continues to increase testing. Currently Daviess County Health Department has investigated a total of seven positive COVID-19 cases with three cases still open and four recovered.

The Health Department is still seeing cases increase in some of the counties around Daviess; some of these counties had no cases but now have several. A local public survey overwhelmingly endorsed antibody testing

to be done for all.

Daviess County Health Department will offer free COVID-19 antibody testing to first responders on June 29. This is a blood draw that checks for antibodies developed by the body in response to a viral infection that may provide potential immunity against future infection. You do not need to be fasting for this blood test.

Community First Responders will include all nurses, doctors, EMS, police, and firefighters. The Health Department will be offering more testing for the community at a later date to be announced.

Coronavirus Update Confirmed Cases to Date

Grundy County......(+7 this week) 11 Daviess County........ (unchanged) 7 Caldwell County..... (+1 this week) 7 Gentry County........ (unchanged) 54 Livingston County... (+2 this week) 6 Dekalb County........ (+3 this week) 9 Harrison County....... (unchanged) 9 Clinton County...... (+2 this week) 21 Missouri 16,417 cases, 882 deaths

Source: Missouri DHSS at 8:15 a.m. June17

USA: 2.18M confirmed cases, 680K recoveries, 119K deaths Worldwide: 7.94M cases, recoveries unknown, 435K deaths

Source: Wikipedia; Daily situation reports available via the World Health Organization.

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Missouri fully reopens, Phase 2 plan explained Gov. Mike Parson announced that Missouri would fully reopen and enter Phase 2 of its “Show Me Strong Recovery” Plan yesterday, June 16, 2020.

“It is truly incredible to think about how far Missouri has come since March. At that time, no one knew what to expect. There was a lot of uncertainty, worry, and concern,” Gov. Parson said. “Here we are today, just over 90 days since our first COVID-19 case in Missouri, and I am proud to say we have overcome all of these challenges and more than met our four pillars to reopen.”

During Phase 2, there will be no statewide health order. All statewide restrictions will be lifted, though local officials will still have the authority to put further rules, regulations, or ordinances in place.

The decision to reopen was dependent on the four essential “Show Me Strong Recovery” pillars: ● Expand testing capacity and volume in the state ● Expand reserves of PPE by opening public\private supply chains ● Continue to monitor and, if necessary, expand hospital and health care system capacity ● Improve ability to predict potential outbreaks using Missouri’s public health data Weekly testing in Missouri has increased more than 220% from approximately 16,000 test encounters the week of April 20 to over 53,000 encounters the week of May 25. Over the past two weeks, the state has averaged more than 10,000 tests per weekday.

Missouri continues to receive and distribute PPE across the state. Yesterday, the state reached a record PPE shipment, expanding to include not only hospitals, health care facilities, and EMS but also dental offices as more are reopening across the state. Yesterday’s shipments included the following: 17,230 gowns, 42,720 N95 masks, 262,000 gloves, 77,100 surgical masks, 18,432 face shields.

Missouri has also received national recognition for the use of its PPE marketplace, which helps health care providers with Missouri manufacturers and suppliers. Currently, there are over 100 hospitals, 436 suppliers, and 1,567 health care providers, businesses, and organizations registered in the PPE marketplace.

Regarding hospital capacity, hospitalizations fell by 43% statewide from May 1 to June 10. In April, the state converted a hotel into an alternate care site in just 11 days.

Missouri now also has a comprehensive COVID-19 dashboard containing data from across the state on testing, positivity rate, deaths, and hospitalizations. Much of the data is broken down further by county or demographics.

“We have learned and accomplished so much since March. (continued on page 3)

Shown are Misty Savage, Deanna Lewis, administrator of the Active Aging Center, and Sherry Hoerrmann. Also present representing CAPNCM was Chasidy Boman.

Active Aging Center receives grant from CAPNCM, buys delivery bags The Active Aging Resource Center was the recipient of a $500 Community Partner Fund Grant from the Community Action Partnership of North Central Missouri.

The funds were used to purchase insulated delivery bags for Meals on Wheels programs that serve Gallatin, Jamesport, Jameson, Lake Viking, Altamont, and Winston.

The Oliver Meal Movers are designed exclusively for the meal trays used in the Meals on Wheels programs. The grant provided for purchase of four small and one medium bag. The delivery bags have a tough outer

shell, water-resistant interior for easy sanitizing, carrying handles, and are insulated to maintain meal temperatures for up to two hours.

“These delivery bags are smaller, lighter weight, and yet well insulated,” said Administrator Deanna Lewis. “I think our volunteers will be very pleased.

We are so appreciative of the Community Action Partnership of North Central Missouri and their Community Partner Fund for supporting our Meals on Wheels programs and our community.”

The Community Partner Funds program directly supports

the mission of the Community Action Partnership of North Central Missouri (CAPNCM).

The mission is to offer services to individuals to become selfsufficient by empowering them to obtain the resources needed to build strong families and communities. CAPNCM focuses on building partnerships to advance initiatives, programs, and projects that improve our communities.

The Community Partner Fund is designed to provide funding and assistance to groups, organizations, and companies that serve low-income individuals and/or families.

Dungy’s energy update sparks food donations

Connor Schwienebart of Yellowblue Eco Teck with store owners Jeremy and Rikki Dungy

Dungy’s Super Market in Gallatin recently hired Yellowblue Eco Tech to switch its incandescent lighting over to LED lighting in the store. Yellowblue gave back a portion of its profits in the amount of a check for $500 to the store owners, Rikki and Jeremy Dungy. Yellowblue Eco Tech also held a one-day food drive onsite in the Dungy store.

Over $800 in groceries was donated during the food drive June 15, from Dungy’s very generous customers. The food and $500 check will be given to Bright Futures Gallatin. Yellowblue’s home office is located in Pleasant Hill. Yellowblue is an innovative company dedicated to helping homeowners and businesses conserve energy, save money, and protect the environment. The Dungys have made several electrical and construction renovations to the grocery store since purchasing it in 2005. Dungy’s is located at 401 North Main Street in Gallatin.

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OPINION

June 17, 2020

Changing times The downside of shelter-in-place and stay-at-home policies has necessarily translated into no work, no pay, and closed businesses.

So, there are reasons why reopening Missouri appears to be overtaking risks of interaction, as Gov. Parsons points out. There are additional facts which define this moment in our nation and they are encouraging, not discouraging.

Guidance from the medical community has fluctuated and, at times, even been contradictory. But time is now making some national statistics, presented by the Association of Mature American Citizens, stand out: ● More than 50% of COVID-19 deaths have occurred in 1% of U.S. counties, which encompass roughly 15% of the population; more than 50% of counties have had no deaths. ● While more than 119,000 Americans have died of COVID-19, roughly a quarter were in nursing homes. These deaths accelerated when governors relocated COVID-19 patients into nursing homes – often over local objections.

For context, annually America loses more than 635,000 to heart disease, 598,000 to cancer, 161,000 to accidents, 154,000 to chronic lower respiratory infections (prior to COVID-19), 142,000 to stroke, 80,000 to diabetes, 51,000 to the flu (and flu-related pneumonia), 70,000 to drug abuse, 50,000 to kidney disease, 45,000 to suicide, 39,000 to septicemia, and 38,000 to chronic liver disease. Like COVID-19, these diseases are discoverable, preventable, and treatable.

On the infectious disease

by Darryl Wilkinson front, globally we lose 1.5 million annually to tuberculosis, while 140 million get dysentery and 1.5 million die of diarrheal diseases. Fully 228 million contract malaria, more than 400,000 dying, and 36 million acquire HIV annually, 1.1 million dying.

While facts continue to change, a tipping point is here. No doubt, the impact of COVID-19 is obviously significant. But remember how early projections by the Imperial College of London predicted the virus killing 2.2 million Americans, and NIH’s infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci projected a possible 1.5 million American death count? The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation’s model projected up to 240,000 deaths, a number now revised downward by 40%.

This is not to criticize those early warnings. What is known today is certainly different than when decisions then were forced to be made. The virus may be tapering permanently – or may not be. Our future is unknown, especially in anticipation of a new flu season next fall. But we may know more in the next few weeks when incubation ends for thousands of persons who threw caution to the wind and protested in dozens of cities across the nation, absent masks and distancing.

Meanwhile, perhaps the biggest decision looming ahead is as nearby as the closest school. Should schools continue to be closed, will our students “fall behind?”

Every problem also presents opportunity, even this coronavirus pandemic. Some wanting to revise our current education system suggest Americans should hit the reset button after the pandemic fades. One idea is to replace the way we group students in school by age with groups defined by individual aptitudes and skill sets.

Schools have an opportunity to use the current crisis as a teachable moment for their students, using Zoom and other efficiencies to great advantage. If carried out to a prolonged application, then will schools continue to be wed to the notion that a child’s “grade level” determines the content they should learn and at what pace?

These days of the pandemic are creating interesting discourse on what’s in our future.

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Property tax reform underway

By State Rep. J. Eggleston

Of all of the types of taxes there are, property taxes are probably the least favorite of citizens. Essentially, they are a fee for the right to own stuff like our homes and cars, and if you don’t pay them the government can take your stuff away. But property taxes are the primary funding source for county governments, fire districts, ambulance districts, and schools, so a system that is fair to both citizens and the taxing districts must exist to collect them equitably.

In 2019, a notable number of citizen complaints about the property tax process came to the attention of the legislature. In response, the Speaker of the Missouri House formed an interim committee to study the issue, and I was honored to be named

Running a farm or a ranch is tough on a good day, but the COVID-19 pandemic has made it nearly impossible for farmers and ranchers to scrape by.

Livestock producers, in particular, have been shoved between a rock and a hard place.

Just before farm loan payments are due, when many farmers were looking to sell their livestock and stored grain at a time of year when commodity prices are usually high, COVID-19 hit the United States. The pandemic shut down or slowed down production at food processing plants across the country. While grocery store shelves sat empty and food prices went up, the bottom fell out of the livestock and specialty crop markets and commodity prices took a hit. That left a lot of farmers with two bad choices: sell and pay the loan or wait and pray.

Thankfully, Congress took ac-

tion to help farmers and ranchers through this difficult time. I, along with my colleagues,worked with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to create the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which has already provided $1.4 billion to help keep family farms together. To be clear, this program isn’t about lining the pockets of farmers, it’s about trying to make them whole for losses caused by government mandates and shutdowns that nobody saw coming.

The first round of CFAP payments helped avoid a crisis for many, but hardly covered the losses they suffered.

This, compounded by last year’s record flooding, has made for a difficult few years for farmers, but we’re no stranger to tough times. Many have adapted quickly to meet consumer demand and bypass processing plants altogether, selling meat, fruits, vegetables, and dairy

For smaller increases, the burden is on the homeowner, which is currently where all burden lies now in most counties.

(2) If an assessor raises a home’s value by 15+%, they must conduct an on-site physical inspection of the property.

One county was using tools like Google Earth to just view the tops of homes because the term “on-site” was not in the law for all counties.

(3) All citizens will receive a 3-4 week window to file an appeal of an assessment with which they disagree. Previously, citizens in counties the size of Buchanan, Platte, and Clay had much less time than other Missourians.

SB676 now awaits the governor’s signature. If you have any questions, please contact me at J.Eggleston@house.mo.gov.

tunately, after someone is victimized, levels of bureaucracy and unnecessary legal procedures can often add to their trauma, not to mention more time in and out of courtrooms. Senate Bill 569 focuses more on the victim, rather than the accused.

This new law would create the “Justice for Survivors Act” and direct the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to establish a statewide telehealth network for forensic examinations of victims of sexual offenses by July 1, 2022. Through this network, qualified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) would be able to collect evidence following an attack. Through SB 569, hospitals without a certified SANE on staff would be able to seek professional consultation through the telehealth network, allowing hospitals access to ap-

propriate professional assistance.

Senate Bill 569 would also create the “Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights,” as well as establish new rules that govern the tracking of evidence collection kits. I believe the lack of oversight over these kits has eluded law enforcement and prosecutors for too long. In any crime, evidence collection is something that needs to be done swiftly. From my perspective, the more time that passes, the more likely a criminal will remain on the loose. This is simply unacceptable.

In my opinion, this legislation demonstrates our state’s commitment to supporting victims of sexual assault. As the governor reviews SB 569, I am hopeful he will decide to sign this important legislation into law.

Justice for survivors

By State Sen. Dan Hegeman

Despite the shortened legislative session, I am proud of the work accomplished by my colleagues in Jefferson City during the past five months. Lawmakers truly agreed and finally passed more than 45 legislative measures.

Senate Bill 569 seeks to make changes to state law in relation to victims of sexual offenses. Unfor-

To recover, we must reopen

By Congressman Sam Graves

chairman of that committee.

After holding public hearings around the state, my committee learned that there were flaws in the system, but that several solutions already existed in law. The problem was these solutions only applied to certain citizens in certain counties.

Citizens should not be treated differently by their government based on their zip code, so the committee recommended some changes to remedy the inconsistencies. These changes were listed in bills that I filed in the 2020 session. I am happy to report that three of the measures passed as parts of SB676.

They are: (1) If an assessor raises a home’s value by 15+% and the homeowner files an appeal, the burden of proof is on the assessor to prove their valuation.

products directly to consumers.

The University of Missouri-Extension and Missouri Farm Bureau have both put together new online tools to help connect Missourians to these farmers selling directly to consumers. You can check out UM-Extension’s Food Finder Tool at mofoodfinder.org and Missouri Farm Bureau’s meat directory here at mofb.org/ missouri-meat-producers.

Undoubtedly, the road to recovery will be long and hard for many families, both families who farm and families who don’t. The bottom line is this: to fully recover, we have to reopen America.

In Missouri, we’re doing just that as Gov. Parson announced that the state will fully reopen for business beginning Tuesday, June 16. This is some muchneeded good news. There will still be many challenges ahead, but I’m glad we are moving to get our country back on track and get Americans back to work.

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Phase 2 explained (continued from page 1)

Knowing what we know now, we are much better prepared to deal with COVID-19 going forward, and we are fully confident that Missouri is ready to take the next step,” Gov. Parson said.

While Missouri will fully reopen on June 16, Governor Parson emphasized the importance of continuing social distancing and practicing proper hygiene to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

“We must remember that COVID-19 is not gone,” Governor Parson said. “It is still extremely important for everyone to continue social distancing. Be proactive. Avoid large, congested crowds, and if you can’t social distance, take extra precautions to protect yourself and those around you.”

“We all know how to do this now, and it is up to us to take responsibility for our own actions,” Gov. Parson continued.

In preparation of Phase 2, Gov. Parson signed Executive Order 20-12 extending the state of emergency in Missouri through Dec. 30, 2020, in order to utilize federal CARES Act funding. Extending the state of emergency will also allow continued flexibility in deploying resources around the state as Missouri reopens and recovers from COVID-19.

Executive Order 20-12 also further extends four previous Executive Orders assisting with Missouri’s COVID-19 response through Dec. 30: • Executive Order 20-04 easing regulatory burdens and certain provisions related to telemedicine and motor carriers • Executive Order 20-05 allowing the sale of unprepared restaurant foods to the public • Executive Order 20-06 mobilizing the National Guard in our response efforts • Executive Order 20-08 waiving the requirement for a person to be physically present in front of a notary public Extending these Executive Orders is consistent with the emergency declaration and gives Missourians more time to adjust as the state works through the economic recovery process.

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State’s historic places in peril

The Missouri Alliance for Historic Preservation (Missouri Preservation) has announced a call for nominations for its list of historic Places in Peril for 2020. Missouri Preservation is a statewide non-profit historic preservation advocacy organization aimed at preserving place and community for future generations of Missourians.

The first of its Most Endangered announcements, as it was originally known, was made in 2000. Instituted as a media campaign, the list aims to call attention to endangered historic resources throughout Missouri. It serves as a call to action, or last call for historic resources named on the list. A public call for nominations is made each year to citizens across the state of Missouri. Nominations are reviewed and ranked by a committee of Missouri Preservation’s governing board. This year’s announcement will be made virtually in the fall.

The reasons that a property might be endangered are many, including fire, neglect, abandonment, development pressures, or insensitive proposed alterations. Properties do not need to be listed on any national, state, or local list of recognized historic places to be considered for listing. Numerous sites have been included on the Places in Peril list over the past 18 years, and as a result, many have been saved.

Success stories include the Katy Bridge in Boonville, the Rotunda in Hermann, the Janssen Place Gates in Kansas City, the AAA Building in St. Louis, the Henry Blosser House in Malta Bend, the Campbell Chapel AME Church in Glasgow, the Banneker School in Parkville, and the Kemper Arena in Kansas City.

This year’s nominations are due on or before Friday, July 31, 2020. History of the Program, as well as nomination forms can be found on Missouri Preservation’s website, www.preservemo. org. Call Missouri Preservation 660-882-5946 or email admin@ preservemo.org for more information.

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Dear Editor: The reason I’m writing this letter is, I would like to know how many more parents are paying for a babysitter when they aren’t even watching them.

If your child got sick and you had to miss work to stay home with them, you still have to pay the babysitter for that day.

Believe me, it happens. My son and daughter-in-law have to. They live in Marshall and it’s happening there. It also happened when they lived in Blue Springs.

I have never ever heard of a thing like that. Why do these people think they should get money when the child ain’t in their care? I just wish somebody could please answer my question. I would really like to know how do they get away with it?

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Gov. Mike Parson announces the launch of a new Economic Recovery dashboard to help track the state’s economic recovery.

“In the economy, we’re starting to see early signs of recovery,” Director for Economic Development Rob Dixon said. “Data driven decision making is a core value of our department and it is crucial that other leaders use this data to revitalize our economy and get Missourians back to work.”

The Show Me Strong Economic Recovery Dashboard tracks metrics across multiple categories impacting businesses, communities, and citizens. Early signs of recovery include: • Continued unemployment claims have fallen from a peak of more than 440,234 to just over 350,490.

• At the worst point this spring, Missourians employed hourly by small businesses such as restaurants and retailers worked only about 50% of the hours that they worked in January. The most recent data shows improvement, with a 22.9% decline from January levels as of May 29.

• At the end of April one survey showed only 5% of small businesses were seeing increases in revenue. The latest data has climbed to more than 15%.

• At its lowest point, credit and debit card consumer spending had fallen by roughly 35.2% since January. The latest data shows we’ve returned to within 5% of January levels.

• Finally, the data shows strong upticks in job postings in some of the hardest hit industries like leisure and hospitality.

The new dashboard is: showmestrong.mo.gov/dashboard/

could use for their children and other things like food, etc., clothes for the children.

I don’t know if anybody else has heard of anything like this.

I just wanted the public to know how even babysitters are doing.

It just ain’t right.

Thank you.

Vicky Ray

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Given the rising temperatures that I am seeing (and feeling), I guess summer is finally here. That means picnics (socially distanced, of course). Deviled eggs are a classic picnic side (they don't last long around our house). I'm sure everyone has a favorite deviled egg recipe, but here's one that's tried and true. Enjoy your family, friends, and great food!

Highway projects include pavement repair to Route 6, resurfacing to I-35

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The resurfacing portion of a 24-hours a day on partial and multi-stage project to resurface, full-depth patching beginning improve shoulders, and rehabili- June 12. tate sidewalks on Route 6 from The contractor could have Interstate 35 in Daviess County multiple crews and work zones to the Muddy Creek Bridge east set up within the project limits, of Trenton is set to begin next both directions of I-35. Followweek. ing the patching, crews will beAs the sidewalk portion of the gin milling up the old road surproject wraps up, crews plan to face and placing a new asphalt begin pavement repairs, which overlay. One lane in each direchelp prepare Route 6 for resur- tion is expected to remain open facing. Pavement repairs will be- throughout the project. gin Wednesday, June 17, working A 16-foot width restriction will from east to west. The contrac- be in place for the duration of the tor will make several loops within project, which is expected to conthe project limits in order to com- tinue until the end of September. plete the repairs. Immediately Crews could be working seven following the pavement repairs, days a week and may work both crews will begin resurfacing. daytime and nighttime hours During pavement repairs and during all phases of the project. resurfacing, Route 6 will be narGeneral Maintenance rowed to one lane and a pilot car The following is a list of genand flaggers will direct motorists eral highway maintenance and through the work zone. Resur- construction work the Missouri facing is scheduled to continue Department of Transportation through mid to late August. A has planned in Daviess County 12-foot width restriction will be for the week of June 15-21: in place until the project is comRoute 6 – Resurfacing project plete. Motorists will encounter from I-35 to the Muddy Creek delays.

Bridge east of Trenton (Grundy County) through late August I-35 Route 33 – Scrub seal project I-35 – Resurfacing project from Route C (Exit 78) to U.S. Route from U.S. Route 36 to Route 116 136 (Exit 92, Harrison County) (Clinton County), June 18 – 23. throughSURVEYED September.

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The Missouri State Highway Patrol Division of Drug and Crime Control announces the arrest of Michael J. Gullet, 64, of Cameron, for murder-2nd degree. The arrest stems from a patrol investigator’s cold case homicide investigation involving Gullet. The Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office requested that the patrol investigator interview Gullet, who was incarcerated at the Western Missouri Correctional Center in Cameron, concerning the murder of Steven A. Cassidy, of Kansas City.

In 2016, a Division of Drug and Crime Control (DDCC) investigator was requested to investigate a cold case involving a 2004 homicide. During the 2016 investigation, it was determined Gullet was suspected of murdering Ryon McDonald, of Kansas City, who was described as homeless.

Gullet was subsequently convicted of murder-2nd degree. As a result, he is currently incarcerated in the Western Missouri Correctional Center in Cameron.

In a separate incident in 2004, the Kansas City Police Department recovered skeletal remains and due to the decomposition of the body it was not immediately identified. In 2008, the body was identified as Steven A. Cassidy, who also was described as homeless. The Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office subsequently requested that the patrol investigator who was involved in the Ryon McDonald investigation handle the interview with Gullet regarding the cold case homicide of Steven A. Cassidy.

In December 2019, the DDCC investigator conducted an interview with Gullet regarding the death of Cassidy. This interview revealed enough evidence to seek a charge of murder-2nd degree against Michael J. Gullet for New of Steven A. Cassidy. the murder Listin Gullettghas been incarcerated since 2012 for the murder of another man in a homeless camp.

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Ferrellgas L.P. enters into forbearance agreement with senior note holders Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (“FGP”) announced June 11 that it has entered into a forbearance agreement with holders of its 8.625% Senior Notes due June 15, 2020 (the “2020 Notes”) holding approximately 77% of the outstanding amount of such notes (the “Forbearing Holders”).

Pursuant to the agreement, the Forbearing Holders of the 2020 Notes agreed to forbear from exercising any rights or remedies during the forbearance period against FGP arising from FGP’s failure to pay amounts due and owing under

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Fireworks in Jamesport on July 5; changes to nuisance ordinances received

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Menus June 22-26 Monday: baked spaghetti with mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, garlic toast, strawberries and bananas; Tuesday: chicken fillet sandwich with lettuce and tomato, cottage cheese w/veggies, applesauce; Wednesday: smothered pork chop, mashed potatoes and gravy, California blend, hot roll, pears and oranges; Thursday: turkey tetrazzini, peas, biscuit, creamed potatoes and onions, peaches; Friday: beef stew, green beans, cornbread, mixed fruit w/cottage cheese.

Gadberry named to MSU dean’s list Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list. Included on the dean’s list is Ashley Gadberry of Gallatin.

Missouri State University, Springfield, is a public, comprehensive university system with a mission in public affairs.

Dustman grad from Truman Truman State University has released the names of students who graduated following the spring semester, including Felicia Brooke Dustman of Jamesport, cum laude. Cum laude recognizes those who earned a grade point average between 3.50-3.74. Truman’s commencement ceremony was rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

It is now planned for 7 p.m. Aug. 1, at Stokes Stadium in Kirksville.

Wayne Scott, president of the Jamesport Community Association, discussed with the Jamesport City Council the plans for the Independence Day celebration that is held in the city park.

This year festivities will be held on Sunday, July 5. Bounce house, face painting, and band are some of the activities that are scheduled.

During this meeting, which was held in May, the mayor agreed to contact the Daviess County Health Department for their input on the games during the festivities.

In their meeting held in June, the Jamesport city clerk swore in the election winners as follows: Rob Murphy for the north ward and Brandon Robb for the south ward. Mayor appointments were Gary Alexander - mayor pro-tem; Geoff Eads - street commissioner; Rob Murphy - finance; Brandon Robb – cemetery.

Mayor Dana Urton presented a resolution to Freda Garner thanking her for her many years of service to the city of Jamesport.

City attorney Lauren Horsman with Chapman and Coward had been asked to work on the city nuisance ordinances. She

had completed the project and the council was given copies of the changes that will be updated at the next meeting, which will be the budget meeting June 22. The city clerk read each ordinance by title two times.

Anyone wanting to examine these changes should feel free to contact the city hall where a copy of these changes will be available.

Parking problem on Main Street between Broadway and Grant were brought up. After some discussion it was decided to put into the upcoming budget $7,500 towards an update for this area.

The council agreed to purchase four new manhole risers.

The board entered into closed session pursuant to employees.

The salary of City Clerk Shelley Page was raised by $1 an hour and employee Trent Brewer $1 an hour.

The above are the unapproved minutes of the Jamesport City Council meeting held June 8. Members in attendance were Freda Garner, Geoff Eads, Gary Alexander, and Rob Murphy.

Also present were Mayor Dana Urton, employee Trent Brewer, Brandon and Francesca Robb,

and Natha McAllister.

More on the May meeting Discussion was held on the re-opening of city hall restrooms to the public and the city park buildings. The board agreed that with the visitors coming back to town that the facilities were needed and should be reopened.

Mayor suggested that the utility customers continue to use the night deposit, on-line bill pay, or US Postal Service to make their payments.

Mayor discussed customer utility bills. It was agreed that there will be no more notices handed out to late customers. If payment is not made in full by the 25th of the month, non-payment customers will be disconnected and an additional $100 reconnect fee will be applied to their bill. All utility payments must be made by the 20th to avoid the $20 late fee. If the 20th falls on a Saturday or Sunday payment must be in the night deposit by 8 a.m.

Monday morning or the $20 late fee will be assessed to the customer’s bill.

Mayor Dana Urton also addressed the council about nui-

sance properties. City clerk has sent several letters to various violators. Most of those violators have attempted to rectify the problem. Council agreed that more letters need to go out to other properties and if the violators refuse to comply on their own the city is prepared to take all legal actions at their disposal.

Discussion was held amongst the mayor and council to ask the city attorney to create a city ordinance allowing employees to conceal and carry on city property.

Mayor was informed that there are some vacancies on the park board. She appointed Ashley Hathcock, Michael Trusty, and Franseca Robb.

The above are the minutes of the Jamesport City Council held May 11.

Members in attendance were Freda Garner, Geoff Eads, Gary Alexander, and Rob Murphy.

Others present were Mayor Dana Urton, employee Trent Brewer, Wayne and Misty Scott from the Jamesport Community Association, Davey Davis, and Brandon Robb.

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8. 2002-03 Bulldogs (20-8) 1995-96 Bulldogs (24-6) 4. 1994-95 Bulldogs (26-3) 1994-95 Bulldogs (26-3) 5. 1989-90 Bulldogs (20-8) 3. 2013-14 Bulldogs (24-5) 6. 1992-93 Bulldogs (21-5) 2. 1983-84 Bulldogs (24-4)

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2013-14 Bulldogs (24-5) 1983-84 Bulldogs (24-4)

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Vote! Just for fun, who’s your #1?

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Winston grads receive recognition Honors, awards, and scholarships for Winston seniors which were presented at graduation are as follows: • Kathryn Barnes received the department of music - music major scholarship and the Griffon Guarantee scholarship, both from Missouri Western State University.

• Holly Caldwell received a scholarship from NCMC, the Jack N. Young, Mildred M. Young, Noble J. Young and Myra A. Young Scholarship for $500 per semester, the P.E.O

Scholarship for the amount of $300, Red Cross Scholarship for $250, Lake Viking Lion’s Club Scholarship for $500, Winston Historical Society Scholarship for $250.00, and has earned her A+ Scholarship.

• Bo Eaton from North Central Career Center in Bethany earned Certificates Of Participation for students who have completed two-year course.

• Thomas Kile earned his A+ Scholarship.

• Colby Moody earned his A+ Scholarship.

We’re nearing the end of the GHS Hoops Madness for the gals and this week voters will pick both teams they wish to see in the championship pairing.

The 1995-96 team advanced to the semifinals this week with a win-by-vote over the 2002-03 squad. The 1983-84 team will also square off in the semis against the 2013-14 squad.

The 1983-84 team, under the direction of J. R. Collins, finished 24-4 and won the school’s first ever GRC girls’ crown. All four losses came at the hands of just two teams ... twice to Winston and twice to Mercer, including a setback in the district final.

Sally Spillman led the team with a then school record 484 points, followed closely by Lori Beck with 476.

Also on the 83-84 squad were Dawn Tuttle, Teanah Bradley, Libby Pitzenberger, Kim Pickering, Julie Wood, Dana McLaughlin, Lori Bonderer, Tina Deppen, Dawn Axon, Kristie McLaughlin, Melanie McLaughlin, Staci Schaffer and Jacqueline Thompson.

The 2013-14 squad, under Coach Rick Lin, won 24 of 29 games, capturing GRC and district titles before a sectional loss to North Platte. Top scorers, Kailey Salmon and Sara Lin, each with over 1,000 for their careers, were also #1 and #2 all-time in career assists at GHS. The 13-14 club also included Kailey Elbert, Kaitlyn Hefley, Kylie Collins, Bailey Maxwell, Madison Rounkles, Tristyn

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The 1995-96 team is back in the voting scene this week. The 24-6 club finished second in Class 1 to Drexel after a state semifinal victory over Norwood. Amy Woodruff, a sophomore in 95-96, is the top all-time scorer for the Lady Bulldogs with 1,493 points.

Cindy Critten, Sara Strasser and Natalie Bird provided senior leadership and junior Andi Wilkinson was one of the team’s top rebounders.

Other members of the 95-

96 team were Joanna Hemry, Kim Sweatman, Amanda Dixon, Jacque Ruse, Devin Hamilton, Shanda Lollar, Miranda Eaton, Jenny Baker, Holly Garnett, Kelly Waterbury, Kristen Ellis, Staci Gatton, Jill Wilkinson and Kerri Lee. Joining the 95-96 team in the semifinals is the 26-3 team from 94-95 with many of the same players. Ashley Wilson and Kim Ruse led the squad of younger players through district and sectional victories. Wilson is a top 10 all-time scorer for the Lady Bulldogs with 1,206 points.

The 94-95 team also included Critten, Strasser, Bird, Hemry, Sweatman, Dixon, Jacque Ruse, Andi Wilkinson, Woodruff, Hamilton, Lollar, Eaton, Shelly Taul, Abbey Howard, Natasha McLey and Kristy Youtsey.

Online votes will be tallied until 5 p.m. next Tuesday.

Mow high to keep weeds under control Use your mower’s highest setting for fewer weeds and lusher grass.

University of Missouri Extension turf pathologist Lee Miller says mowing too low is a common mistake.

“We want your grass to be the trees of your lawn,” he says.

“Your feet should sink into the grass.”

Miller says more than 10 separate studies since 1958 have found a direct correlation between mowing heights below 3.5 inches and substantial increases of weeds such as dandelion, white clover and crabgrass for tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass lawns.

Mowing grasses to their optimal height—3 1/2 to 4 inches for tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass, including mixes; and 1-2 inches for zoysiagrass—gives them a competitive advantage over weeds. Cutting high keeps sunlight and heat from weeds.

As grasses grow, there is less room for weeds to grow. In short, a weed in need is a good thing.

“The current bank of weed seeds in your lawn needs sunlight to heat the soil surface for germination and aid young seedlings in growth,” says Miller.

“Growing Kentucky bluegrass or tall fescue tall robs them of sunlight and prevents weeds from establishing and competing for turf.”

When weeds cannot grow, turfgrass roots get more room to

spread and become more dense.

The more leaf a plant has now, the more sunlight it can harvest and the more food it can make for itself. When temperatures rise in summer, grasses face intense stress from heat, drought and disease. Giving grasses ample leaf tissue helps them withstand that stress.

For a healthier and more attractive lawn, never mow more than a third of the leaf and avoid clippings that clump, says Miller.

Mow often to avoid taking off too much at one time, but make sure the grass is actively growing when you do so. “We often see a lack of growth and turfgrass dormancy during drought and high temperatures,” he says. “If it isn’t growing, you shouldn’t be mowing.”

Conversely, take care when mowing after big rainstorms.

Under the weight of a mower, saturated soils can rut and are more easily compacted.

Also, avoid “ring around the collar” trimming – cutting short in areas around roads, sidewalks and lawn margins.

Scalped areas become a hot spot for weeds, particularly foxtails and crabgrass, which will soak up the extra heat from the asphalt and quickly outgrow scalped turfgrass.

For more lawn care information, visit MU’s Integrated Pest Management website at ipm. missouri.edu.

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Gallatin, Pattonsburg graduations coming up June 26, June 28

Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020, families that qualify for free or reduced price meals at school may be eligible for a new one-time Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) of up to $302 per child (pre-kindergarten - grade 12) to help cover the cost of meals students have eaten at home on days that schools have been closed.

Students can receive P-EBT benefits even if they have been or continue to receive meals provided by the school district during the school closure. If your child was not previously eligible for free or reduced price meals, but you have now lost income, you may be eligible to receive PEBT benefits.

If you have questions on how to apply for the benefit, contact DSS through the online chat feature at mydss.mo.gov or call 855-373-4636.

The benefit is placed on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card families use to buy food. If you received Food Stamp (SNAP) benefits prior to school closure, do not apply for these new/additional benefits.

The full $302 will automatically be loaded to your existing EBT card. If you did not receive Food Stamp (SNAP) benefits prior to the school closure, you must apply for this benefit by June 30.

For more information on the EBT card, visit: mydss.mo.gov/ food-assistance/ebt<https:// mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/ ebt>.

Gallatin R-5 graduation for 2020 seniors is set for 6:30 p.m. on June 26 at the high school football field. Students have been limited to eight tickets for admission due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Pattonsburg R-2 prom is on Friday, June 26, and graduation is at 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 28, in the school gymnasium. Social distancing is advised at graduation. Hand sanitizing stations will be available. Masks may be worn but are not required.

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In-person court appearances begin; several receive DOC sentences The following defendants made personal appearances before Judge Ryan Horsman on June 10: Connor Monteer was sentenced to seven years in the Missouri Department of Corrections (DOC) for assault second degree, D felony. The court retains jurisdiction for 120 days under Section 559.115.2, general population. Monteer was sentenced to 180 days jail with credit for time served for kidnapping third degree, A misdemeanor.

Shane O’Dell was sentenced to five years in the DOC for endangering the welfare of a child, D felony. The court retains jurisdiction for 120 days under Section 559.115.2, general population. He was sentenced to one year jail for misdemeanor endangering welfare of a child, execution of sentence suspended, and received two years probation.

Shaun David Yoder was sentenced to four years in the DOC for failure to register as a sex offender, E felony. The execution of sentence was suspended and he was placed on five years probation.

Ronald Fanning pled guilty to assault third degree, E felony, and was sentenced to four years in the DOC. Execution of the sentence was suspended, and he was placed on five years probation.

Lori Bolin pled guilty to domestic assault third degree, E felony, and a sentence assessment report was ordered.

Nacole Jones failed to appear on a probation violation. A warrant was issued with bond set at $5,000 cash only.

Charles Oakgrove pled guilty to possession of controlled substance, D felony, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, D misdemeanor. A sentence assessment report was ordered.

Christian L. Hogan received a suspended imposition of sentence and placed on five years probation for domestic assault third degree, E felony, and harassment first degree, E felony.

He was sentenced to 60 days jail for stalking second degree, A misdemeanor, execution of sentence suspended, and placed on probation.

Dawson Levi Davis received a suspended imposition of sentence and five years probation for unlawful possession of illegal weapon, D felony. On a misdemeanor charge of possession of liquor by a minor, he received a suspended imposition of sen-

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He was also ordered to serve 100 hours of community service.

Mark Lundy failed to appear on a probation conditions review. A warrant was issued with bond set at $1,500 cash only.

The following cases were heard via Zoom: A jury trial for Dennis McBroom was set for Dec. 2, 2020, on charges of DWI chronic, C felony, and three misdemeanor traffic offenses.

Dennis Swearingin of Altamont pled guilty and was sentenced to five years in the DOC on each of two separate counts of burglary second degree, D felony. He was ordered to pay restitution of $625 and $500. In misdemeanor charges in the two separate cases, he was sentenced to 30 days jail on two counts of property damage and two counts of stealing, with credit for time served.

A jury trial was set for Dustin Florez of Winston on Oct. 1-2 on charges of domestic assault; kidnapping, facilitating A Felony, inflicting injury, terrorizing 1st degree; and armed criminal action.

Gordon Byrom et al vs. Public Water Supply District was dismissed by the parties.

Civil cases filed: Sandra Dustman, Jamesport, vs. Richard Dustman, Jamesport, dissolution of marriage.

Associate Division James A. Waggoner, Pattonsburg, was charged June 9 with no valid license, E felony, and operating motor vehicle knowing owner has not maintained financial responsibility, D misdemeanor.

Civil Court Breach of contract: A consent judgment was entered for Second Round SU B LLC and against Donna J. Thomas.

Suits on account: Default judgments were entered for Midland Funding LLC and against Mary Browning; for Midland Credit Management Inc. and against Maranda Neeley; and for Harrison County Community Hospital and against Steven B. Brown et al. Harrison County Community Hospital vs.

Michael A. Youngs et al was dismissed by the parties.

James Lewis, bridge supervisor, updated the commission COMMISSION by phone on ongoing work. James advised that they are working in Jackson Township this week pouring concrete for a bridge repair. The brush mower is back to work COUNTY

mowing in Lincoln Township.

Jim Ruse called Christa Sullenger with the title office to check on the land transfer for Saber Road project. The county should have title documents by next week.

Jane McKinsey, recorder, met with the commission to advise them her training conference this year will be transitioned to a virtual event.

Mitchell Ott, Double Ott Lawn Care, met with the commission to discuss details of finishing the landscaping around the courthouse. They also discussed spraying the white clover in the lawn. The road and bridge crew will get the rock and help with the placement.

Cheryl Alexander, Daviess County Health Director, spoke to the commission by phone to update them on COVID-19. She advised there are two more cases in the county as of last Wednesday afternoon. Cheryl called back to say there is one more new case, which makes a total of seven, with four active.

Rural auctions are continuing to be problematic with people standing too close to each other; auctioneers have been advised.

Cheryl is also working with the nursing home to update procedures.

Discussion was held regarding the CARES Act Funds.

Wayne Uthe made a motion to proceed with Phase I of the disbursement of funds using the Uniform Plan document, the Poli-Sub Grant document, and the Intergovernmental Agreement document; David Cox seconded, and the motion passed, 3-0. Ronetta Burton, county clerk, will send grant packets to all political subdivisions based in the county before the end of the week.

Wayne Uthe advised he had been in contact with Matt Nalle, and he would be sending a letter soon regarding work on the gravel road leading to the new CAFO hog barns.

Discussion was held regarding the care center lease. Ronetta Burton advised she was waiting on the signed copy from Ed Osby which should arrive today.

The issue was continued until next week.

Ronetta Burton advised she had heard from Farmers Bank

regarding an old safe deposit box in the county’s name. The bank will advise when they are ready to open the box. David Cox made a motion to remove the names of Randy Sims, Carl Carder, and Betty Harmison from the safe deposit box and add Jim Ruse, David Cox and Wayne Uthe; Wayne Uthe seconded, and the motion passed, 3-0.

Discussion was held on how long to wait before property owners would have the brush mowing costs added to their tax bills. Anyone who has received a brush letter in the past, but has not eradicated the brush, will need to get compliant soon to avoid an increase in their property tax bill for 2020.

Discussion was held regarding the water bill increase. Jim Ruse spoke by phone to Lance Rains. No refund will be made.

Discussion was also held regarding a wiring issue for two of the light poles on the west side of the square. The issue was continued until next week.

Cazes Johnson, Snyder and Associates, met with the commission to finalize documents related to BRO 31 (34) bridge.

The bridge is now complete and open. David Cox made a motion to accept the final closeout from Snyder and Associates on BRO31 (34) bridge; Wayne Uthe seconded, and the motion passed, 3-0. The final bill from Boone Construction was presented for payment. Final documents will be executed by MoDOT and Snyder at a later date.

The commission spoke by

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phone with Harold Anderson, Colfax Township landowner, regarding a culvert issue on Titan Avenue between 140th Street and 145th Street. The commission will check to see if this culvert is county owned or township owned. Road issues will be forwarded to Colfax Township.

In the afternoon, the commissioners checked roads, bridges, and culverts in Harrison, Jackson, and Colfax townships.

The meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m.

This information is taken from the minutes of the June 10, 2020, meeting of the Daviess County Commission. All commissioners were present.

Recorder’s Office Marriage licenses issued: Billy Ray James, 56, and Karen Anne Johnson, 35, both of Gallatin; Jareld Dean Curtis Jr., 23, and Jazmine Lyne Murry, 19, both of Altamont; Dillon Eric Cook, 22, and Chase Dakota Gardner, 22, both of Cameron.

Warranty Deeds Lake Viking lot #41 from John and Denise Lugo to Matthew and Isis Burton; tract in Jackson Township from Critten Industries Inc. to Nathaniel and Kelly Gray; tract in Salem Township from Russell B. Johnson III and Adeline J. Teggart to Derrik Baldwin; tract in Jefferson Township from Kyle Harbolt to Andrew and Kristen Nicholson; Lake Viking lot #1790 from Lawrence and Kim Kilgore to Edward and Janet White; tract

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Clyde Carlyn Bozarth 1936-2020 Clyde Carlyn Bozarth, 83, Pattonsburg, died March 30, 2020, at a St. Joseph hospital.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at the First Baptist Church, Pattonsburg, under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Pattonsburg. Private family inurnment will be held in Civil Bend Christian Cemetery, Pattonsburg. Friends may call from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at the church.

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in Gallatin from Jeffrey S. and Crystal L. Crose to Carla Lynn Wilson; lots in Pattonsburg from Darrell and Patricia Darby to Justin and Lori Coffey; lot in Pattonsburg from Lori and Justin Coffey to Damien Rucker and Heather Coffey, the individuals to hold as joint tenants with right of survivorship and not as tenants in common; Lake Viking lot #589 from Lawrence W. Kilgore and Kim M. Kostal-Kilgore to Steven and Sheila Puckett; Lake Viking lot #S-122 from Max Bailey, David and Julie Bailey, and Gary and Darlis Bailey, to Rex and Phyllis Williams; Lake Viking lot #2145 from Darleen Marie Rockwood to George and Chelsea Nielsen; partial lot in Jamesport from John and Deborah Kramer to Craig S. Hoskin.

Quit Claim Deeds Lake Viking lot #MH75 from Michael and Janet VanWye to Leslie and Shawn Schuyler; Lake Viking lot #93 from Mary J. Vaughn to Richard Vaughn.

Beneficiary Deeds Tract in Benton Township from Lonnie R. Carter to Jennifer and Ricky Carter; Lake Viking lot #S-122 from Rex and Phyllis Williams to Ronald Williams and Raelynn Whitney; lot and partial lot in Union Township from Glenda R. St. John to Mark A. Knott and Julie Reynolds.

Trustee’s Deed under Active Trust Tract in Harrison Township from Lanny E. Dixon, Danny J. Dixon and Gary L. Dixon, successor trustees of the Dixon Family Trust, to Lanny and Gina Dixon; tract in Harrison Township from Lanny E. Dixon, Danny J. Dixon and Gary L. Dixon, successor trustees of the Dixon Family Trust, to Danny and Denise Dixon; tract in Jackson Township from Lanny E. Dixon, Danny J. Dixon and Gary L. Dixon, successor trustees of the Dixon Family Trust, to Gary and Connie Dixon; tract in Jackson Township from Lanny E. Dixon, Danny J. Dixon and Gary L. Dixon, successor trustees of the Dixon Family Trust, to Colby Dixon, Drew Dixon and Wade Dixon, an undivided onethird interest each as tenants in common.

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Memorials may be made to the Pattonsburg Baptist Church in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 152, Pattonsburg, MO, 64670. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com.

Gorden L Harrah 1931-2020 A memorial/celebration for Gorden L. Harrah will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2020, in the Yacht club at Lake Viking.

Adhering to social distancing; the event will be comfy casual dress.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the animal shelter of St. Joseph or Scotland Cemetery, send via Stephanie Chesney, 826 Lake Viking Terrace, Altamont, MO, 64620.

Brenda L. Terry 1952-2020 Brenda Louise Terry, 68, died June 13, 2020.

She was born April 28, 1952, in Cameron, to Carl and Carolyn (McGinnis) Cope.

Her parents and son, Tommy Terry, Jr. preceded her in death.

Survivors include brother, Bob (Mavis) Cope, Cameron;

sister, Connie Francine Walker, Pattonsburg; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and lifelong friend, Roger Findley, Liberty.

Funeral services for Brenda Terry were held June 17, 2020, at the Poland-Thompson Funeral Home in Cameron. Burial was in Cameron Memory Gardens.

Margaret Marie Meseberg 1925- 2020 Margaret Marie Meseberg, 94, Jameson, died June 16, 2020, at Liberty Hospital.

Private graveside services and burial for Margaret will be held at Mt. Ayr Cemetery, Altamont, under the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. There is no scheduled family visitation or calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Mt. Ayr Cemetery or the Active Aging Resource Center in Gallatin in care of the funeral home.

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IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DAVIESS COUNTY, MO Judge or Division: PROBATE Case Number: 20DV-PR00023 In the Estate of PAULA JUNE PAGE-JOHNSON, Deceased.

Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Independent Administration - Non-Resident Fiduciary) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of PAULA JUNE PAGE-JOHNSON, Decedent: On JUNE 5, 2020, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of PAULA JUNE PAGE-JOHNSON, 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: EMILY STICKLER, 5210 WEST ELKHORN COURT, VISALIA, CA 93277.

The non-resident personal representative’s attorney and designated agent’s name and business address is: DREW DAVIS, 1115 W GRAND, CAMERON, MO 64429.

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: 20-FEB-2020 /s/ JENNIFER HOPPENTHALER, Clerk Date of first publication: JUNE 10, 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.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF THE SUE ELIZABETH DOWNEY TRUST AGREEMENT DATED JUNE 26, 1991 To all persons interested in the Estate of Sue Elizabeth Downey, Deceased.

Whereas, Sue Elizabeth Downey died on April 10, 2020.

The undersigned, Citizens Bank & Trust Company, is the duly appointed and acting TRUSTEE of the Sue Elizabeth Downey Trust Agreement Dated June 26, 1991, under the terms of which provide that the debts of the decedent may be paid by the TRUSTEE upon the receipt of proper proof thereof.

The address of the TRUSTEE is Citizens Bank & Trust Company, Trustee, P.O. Box 50, 515 Washington Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

All creditors of said decedent or of said Trust Agreement, as Amended, are notified to present their claims to the undersigned TRUSTEE within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this Notice or be forever barred.

Citizens Bank & Trust Company P.O. 50, Chillicothe, MO 64601 Successor Trustee

Glenda R. St. John 1943-2020

Glenda R. St. John, 77, of Gallatin, passed away on June 10, 2020 at her home.

Glenda was born in Coffey on May 20,1943 to Glenn B and Rosalie Lary Knott.

She graduated from Coffey High School and continued on to receive a BS degree in secondary education with an emphasis in English and history from Wichita State University.

She taught high school English with the Gallatin R-5 School District for 20 years. Glenda was born to be a teacher and her students loved her. Her academic team placed third in statewide competition.

She always had a love for animals and in her early years raised and bred quarter horses in Wichita, KS. She successfully showed her horses on the Midwestern Quarter Horse circuit for several years.

Glenda had a love for gardening, and she was admired for her beautiful yard and flowers surrounding her little white house in Gallatin.

Glenda was well known in the Gallatin community. The outpouring of condolences, funny stories, and precious memories from her friends, co-workers, and students about her sharp wit, her positive influence in the classroom and her intellectual prowess as a teacher is a legacy, we all can envy. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Glenda is preceded in death by her parents and by her sister Kelly L. Knott.

She is survived by brothers, Stephen L. Knott and Mark A. (Barbara) Knott; sister, Julie (Richard) Reynolds; nieces, Tawnya K. Quiet and Tracy K. Frye; and nephew, Ben Booth.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) or American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) in care of the funeral home. Private family graveside services at a later date at Coffey Cemetery. Cremation arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com.

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Mary Wade 1933-2020 Mary “Elois” Wade, 87, Chillicothe, died June 16, 2020, at The Baptist Home, Chillicothe.

Elois was born the daughter of Paul and Minnie (Hudson) Smith on Feb. 11, 1933, in Gilman City. She was a 1951 graduate of Gilman City High School.

Elois was united in marriage to Wayne Wade on April 18, 1954, in Gilman City. He survives of the home.

In 1971, Elois earned her BS in elementary education from Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph. She worked as an elementary teacher at TinaAvalon School for many years.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Chillicothe. Elois was also a member of the Missouri Retired Teachers Association and DAR Olive Prindle Chapter.

Survivors include her husband, Wayne Wade of the home; one son, Stacy (Ursula) Wade of Boulder, CO; one daughter, Mary (Steve) Goodman of Higginsville; one brother, Rev. Ronald Smith of Gilman City; four grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mary Wade will be held at 10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, on Friday, June 19, 2020.

There is no scheduled visitation.

Friends may call at the Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe, on Thursday, June 18, 2020, from 12 noon until 8 p.m. Burial will be held at Edgewood Cemetery, Chillicothe. Memorial contributions may be made to Edgewood Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to the funeral home.

Sidney Youngs 1996-2020 Funeral service for Sidney Youngs will be held at 10 a.m.

Saturday, June 20, at the Roberson-Polley Chapel, Albany, with burial in the Grandview Cemetery. The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Friday at the chapel, where friends may call anytime after 3 p.m. Friday.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sidney Youngs Memorial Fund for the benefit of her son, Nash, in care of the Roberson-Polley Chapel, 403 N. Hundley, Albany.

Sidney Leigh Youngs, 24, Albany, died Friday, June 12, 2020, in Stanberry. She was born

March 16, 1996 in Maryville, the first-born daughter of Brian and Sandy (Ward) Youngs. Sidney graduated from Albany High School in 2014.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Tom Youngs; paternal grandmother, Norma Crabtree; paternal great-grandmother, Betty Popplewell; and maternal greatgrandparents, Truman and Mary Mock.

Survivors include her son, Nash; parents; sister, Bailey Youngs, Kansas City; maternal grandfather, Harold Ward (Sue), Sweet Springs; maternal grandmothers, Sharen Wilson (Gene), Albany; Diane Chaney (Red), Pahrump, NV; paternal grandfather, Darral Crabtree, Albany; maternal great-grandmother, Mary Lou Wampler, Grain Valley; paternal great-grandfather, Kenny Popplewell, Stanberry; paternal great-grandmother, Carletta Crabtree, Pattonsburg; several aunts and uncles including MaryAnn and Jason Teel and Carsley and Katie Crabtree, all of Pattonsburg; and a special cousin, Kylie Bonham of Kansas City. Sidney is also survived by numerous great aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Richard “Paul” Ragan 1953-2020 Memorial services and inurnment for Richard Ragan will be held in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Princeton, at a later date.

Memorials may be made towards cystic fibrosis in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 316, Princeton, MO 64673. Paul has been cremated under the direction of the funeral home.

Richard “Paul” Ragan, 66, Mercer, died June 12, 2020, at his home.

He was born on Aug. 13, 1953, in Princeton, the son of Maynard Franklin and Nina May (Groves) Ragan. Paul was a graduate of Mercer High School in 1971.

He was preceded in death by his father and a daughter, C.J. Marie Chapman.

Survivors include his daughter, Crystal Harris, Kansas City; mother, Nina Ragan; sisters, Patty (Terry) Puffer, Mercer, and Phyllis Johnson, Mercer; brother, Michael (Billie Jo) Ragan, Gilman City; and three grandchildren.

Altamont United Methodist Live-Stream option will still be Tripp lit the altar candles and Worship theme was Jesus available.

Sue played the piano prelude. calls us to be his disciples. ChoREACH Youth group is meet- Social distancing was upheld. ral call to worship was “Sanctu- ing each Wednesday 5:30-7 p.m.

Karley and Elle selected Roary.” Video was on “Invest Life, (dinner included). Summer mans 3: 21-30, and the sermon Share and Pass it On.” camp, men’s Bible study, Keen- “Jesus Conquers Sin” for Pastor Sunday was Flag Day. Laurie ager luncheons, choir practice Brad, and also led the hymns and Walton Roll presented a short and Vacation Bible School have prayers. Karley and Elle were program on flag etiquette. been cancelled. confirmed as full members of Gospel lesson was from MatSunday, June 28, 5-6:30 p.m. the United Methodist Church, as thew 9:35-10:8. Pastor Marilyn’s we will host a Night of Worship witnessed by their families and message was “Encountering for the North Grand River Bap- the congregation. Bryan and God.” tist Association. Alan Brock will Ronda Copple also transferred Francie Toney planted flow- give his farewell address. This their membership to the Gallaers last week in memory of her will be an outdoor event, bring tin United Methodist Church. mother, Katharine Barker, and your lawn chairs and blankets.

Free Hot dog ministry contintwin sister, Susie Walton, at the ues each Wednesday from 12-1 Gallatin First Christian front of the church.

On June 14, songs were led p.m. on the south side of the The Jack Toney family at- by Stacey Maxwell and Troy church. Contact Pastor Brad tended the memorial service Elbert. Granville Miller was the if you could be the lead person for Jack’s sister, Donna Carol candle lighter. Announcements for one or two Wednesdays (Toney) Calhoon at the Lake Vi- and opening prayer were given this summer. VBS director, Liz king Church Sunday afternoon by Carl Carder.

Lawinger, will need volunteers with Pastor Robert Nelson ofThe sermon by Pastor Kyle July 20-24 to help in many ways ficiating.

Taft was “The God Who Sees” for our youngsters.

Fairview Sign up for Meals on Wheels based on II Kings 6:8-12. Prayers Shelly Mason opened Fair- are for the families of Glenda for July. view with prayer requests for St John, Andy Clark, David Lake Viking Gene Frye, Pastor Bob and Col- Williams and Jean Kirkendoll Johnny Brown, our worship leen McCutchen, Karen Reed, as well as Todd Evans, Chris leader, started out the service by Delores Kennedy, Vickie Mead- Belshe, Boyd Harrison and Ju- leading the congregation in the ows, Corbin Toney, Sexton Pli- lie Cox, May Boyle, Kevin Cor- song “I Have Decided to Follow ley, win, Phyllis Carder, Christina Jesus.” George Beckwith played Baby William, Rob Fillbeck, French, Carol Carder, and the the piano and sang for the speand Beverly and Leo Lang. Bob Wiley family in the birth of cial music.

Prayer was by Betty McFee. their child.

Pastor Robert Nelson’s serWorship began with the Drayton Harris gave his mon was “With God All Things Speck family leading the con- confession of faith and was are Possible” from Philippians gregation singing the Doxology baptized by Ryan Beenken in a 4:13. The sermon can also be and “His Name is Wonderful.” private family ceremony. The viewed on Lake Viking Church Offering was collected by Jeri- guest speaker next week will - You Tube. miah Landry and prayer was by be lay pastor Barry Robinson of Sunday School begins at 9 Cindy Lang. Bob, Kathy and Lo- Lawson as we observe Father’s a.m. and worship service begins retta sang “The Son Is Coming.” Day. His sermon will be based at 10 a.m. On Wednesdays, the Pastor Shadrach’s message on Proverbs 4:1-7, “Who Is Fa- Ladies Bible Study Group meet was based on Ephesians 5:17- ther?” at 10 a.m., the choir practice be20, “Being Filled with the Holy Wednesday prayer meeting gins at 6 p.m. Youth Group will Spirit.” resumes this evening at 5:30 hold their meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Friends in Christ followed by adult Bible study at and the Evening Adult Bible Shonna Morrison welcomed 6. On June 21, Sunday School Study begins at 7 p.m. the congregation, and Mike classes resume at 10:15 a.m.

Olive Baptist Earnst led the opening prayer. and men’s Bible study at 5 p.m.

Brother David Leeper’s SunThe praise song was “Open the There is no Children’s Church day message was “Approved Eyes of My Heart.” The mes- during Sunday morning worship and Disapproved Workers” from sage “Don’t Settle for Chris- until further notice. All who at- 11 Peter 2:14. Special music was tian” by Andy Stanley of North tend these gatherings are asked by Tracy Miller. Sunday School Point Church in Atlanta, GA, to practice social distancing and will start at 10 a.m. this coming was based on Matthew 8:2-13 take proper precautions against Sunday. Sunday morning worand Luke 6:33. Small group time spread of illness. ship will be at 11 a.m. and will be followed the message.

Gallatin United Methodist inside the church, due to relaxGallatin First Baptist Confirmation Sunday was ing of social distancing requireSunday, June 21, Pastor Dan- held during worship service. ments for COVID-19. Our deepiel Pelichowski will lead morn- Pastor Brad Dush, and Elle Cop- est sympathy is extended to the ing worship and present ple and Karley Roebefore opened altering the family of ad.

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June 17, 2020

There is help; there is hope The rates of suicides in America have risen by 30% since 1999 according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control; and the rates of suicides in rural areas are higher than metropolitan areas.

Unfortunately, North Central Missouri Mental Health Center (NCMMHC) in Trenton has seen this same statistic played out locally. There has been an increase in people dying by suicide within the nine-county area it serves.

Why is this happening?

It is obvious to state that people who take their own life are generally unhappy. They have a persistent feeling of dread, loneliness, of being defeated, trapped, and hopeless.

But they have something else in common, according to the Center’s director, Amy May. “The people most at risk of taking their life in our area — or any area — are those that are not seeking help,” she says.

According to a report “Growing Stress on the Farm,” suicide among rural Missourians grew by 78% throughout the last decade, and hospital emergency department visits for suicide attempts increased by 177%.

Reports covering the nine-county area serviced by the Center indicate Daviess, Harrison, Caldwell, Sullivan, and Linn Counties had a rate of suicide increase from 15.4% to 17.8%.

Grundy and Livingston Counties had a rate of suicide increase from 8.3% to 10.7% (Putnam and Mercer Counties had an unreliable rate.)

“We are very alarmed by these trends at NCMMHC,” says May, M.Ed, Clinical Director. “Every time there is a person who dies by suicide in our area, we ask ourselves, ‘What could we have done better?’ The trend we see is that most suicides happen with someone who is not receiving mental health services. At NCMMHC we want to be able to reach everyone and let them know we are here, and we want to help.”

Only half of all Americans experiencing an episode of major depression receive treatment, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Yet a Treatment for Adolescents with Depression Study reveals that 80% to 90% of people that seek treatment for depression are treated successfully using therapy and/or medication.

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What’s behind the increase in rural suicides?

Social detriments such as low income; unemployment, lack of health care, and lack of insurance are factors behind many suicides in America. Those factors are even more pronounced in rural areas.

“A new trend we are seeing is in area farmers,” says May. “In the last few years farmers have seen their fair share of hardships. This is especially true for our area because of the flooding of last year and COVID this year.

We have also had a lot of rain this year as well. Also, farming is a rural activity and there is a lack of mental health resources in rural areas. There is a continued stigma around getting mental health treatment. Especially in the rural area where everyone knows everyone and even what kind of vehicle they drive.”

According to state facts from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, on average, one person dies by suicide every seven hours in our state.

Who is most likely to commit suicide?

In Missouri suicide is the second leading cause of death for those between 15-34. This statistic is true at NCMMHC, where staff have also seen a higher rate of suicide in teens to young adults.

Suicide rates are also highest among the elderly. White men over the age of 65 have the highest rate of suicide.

Some groups are at greater risk, too, including people who have lost a spouse, have attempted suicide before or have family members who did, have been abused, have a substance abuse problem or a painful, disabling, or terminal illness, or work in professions like farmers, fishermen, lumberjacks, workers in agriculture or forestry.

Did the isolation and fragmentation in society caused

by COVID-19, as well as anxiety over the virus itself, amplify the risk for those already having problems coping?

While May says the Center has not seen a huge increase at this time in suicide or mental health needs during the COVID-19, a crisis will probably come later.

“After a crisis is over, that is when we see the mental health crisis start,” says May. “Once we start to see COVID-19 going away more people will be needing and wanting help and maybe even dying by suicide. The reasons are all the things mentioned above, unemployment, lack of insurance, no income, etc.”

Guns are one of the most lethal and used methods of dying by suicide — 82.5% of people who die by suicide use guns. In Missouri, a gun can be found in just below 44% of all Missouri homes. According to the CDC, the leading methods of suicide in Missouri are firearms, suffocation, and poisoning. Still, despite those statistics, the Center isn’t going to take anybody’s guns away.

“Most people think that if they come into our office and say that they are suicidal that we are going to take their guns away,” says May. “We are not going to take your guns away.”

She says, instead, the Center will work with you by offering a training called CALM which is Counseling Access to Lethal Means. CALM trains people how to talk with someone about the things they have in their home that could be used to die by suicide. Guns are the main discussion.

“During this training and when we are talking with someone who is suicidal, we don’t ask you to give us your guns or say that we want to take them from you,” May says. “What is asked of the person is to find someone to give them to or put the guns in a locked place and give someone else the key. However, during this same time we ask that you lock up or put away any pills, knives, and sometimes razors.”

The training is based on the fact that if the “means” to kill yourself is not easily accessible, then most of the time it can be stopped. NCMMHC clarifies that staff do not want to take away your rights. They want you to be safe while you get the help you need and then for you to be able to easily get your guns back from whomever you have entrusted them to.

May notes that in Missouri with the Zero Suicide initiative that all Community Behavioral Health Centers like NCMMHC has put in place, the number of suicides for people receiving services from a Community Behavioral Health Center has decreased. “I think this is very important information to know because it means there is help out there and you can get better and live,” she says.

There is help for those at risk.

A training program is offered called Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) to communities, schools, law enforcement, military, etc.

“That is the best thing you can do to help someone,” says May. “Ask them if they are feeling like killing themselves or dying by suicide. Then, persuade them that there is help out there. Finally, refer them to a professional like NCMMHC.” Suicide is a preventable cause of death. With the appropriate help and doing what needs to be done to stay safe, you can live and overcome those feelings.

“People die of suicide because they have a disease that hasn’t been treated and they don’t feel like they have any other choice,” says May. “You have a choice and you can get help and feel better. North Central Missouri Mental Health Center is here to help you with people who care.”

NCMCHC has office locations in Trenton, Chillicothe, and Brookfield, and as needed office locations in Milan, Gallatin, Unionville, and Bethany. If you or a loved one needs help, office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday. The phone number is 660-359-4487. The crisis number for 24/7 help is 888-279-8188.