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Are teachers ‘essential’? Commissioners weighing the issue School superintendents from public schools in Daviess County met with the Daviess County Commissioners at the courthouse in Gallatin on Sept. 16 to discuss whether teachers should be considered “essential workers” during this pandemic. Superintendents attending were Brian Robinson, Winston R-6; Bill Pottorff, Pattonsburg R-2; David Probasco, Tri-Co R-7; and Daniel Street, North Daviess R-3. Cheryl Alexander with the Daviess County Health Department was also present.

David Roll, Daviess County Emergency Management Director, joined the meeting by phone. The Commissioners decided they needed more information before making a decision. Local officials must first wend their way through federal and state ‘advisories.’ On the federal level, the Trump administration labeled teachers and teachers’ aides as “critical infrastructure workers” in an Aug. 18 guidance published by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. The declaration was aimed at pushing school districts to open for in-person instruction for the fall semester amid the coronavirus pandemic. However, DHS said the label is only advisory and not meant to be a federal directive. It doesn’t have the force of law. Still, school districts that want teachers to return to classrooms — even when teachers declare that it is not safe to do so — could point to the federal designation to

argue their cause. Their cause being that a designation for educators as “essential” by the county could exempt teachers from quarantine after being exposed to the coronavirus. At the state level, a joint release was made on the subject from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The release states that the decision to list teachers as essential will be made by local governments, health

Underage drinking, report of gun shots prompts six arrests The Daviess County Sheriff ’s Office received information of a large underage party near Jameson late Saturday night, Sept. 19. Daviess County deputies, along with a Missouri State Highway Patrol Trooper, responded. County offiers made five arrests for minors visibly intoxicated/minors in possession of alcohol. Those individuals were released with summons to appear in court. One juvenile was held for minor visibly intoxicated and was released to a parent. The juvenile has been referred to the juvenile officer. Additionally, deputies received information that a subject was shooting a gun while at the party. An investigation by the Sheriff ’s Office is underway. If anyone has information regarding the shots being fired at the party, please call the sheriff ’s office at 660-663-2031.

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Two dates for local drive-up flu shot clinic

Bulldog players get in the act with Theatre League

Sunday, Sept. 20, the Gallatin Theater League held a clean-up day and several members of the League participated along with five Gallatin Bulldog football players: Jagger Gray, Gage Wright, Jacob Maize, Garrett Dungy, and Draygan Schweizer. These young athletes gave their time and muscles to help tear out the old signage that will be re-

placed very soon, remove scraps of wood, deteriorated props, and reorganize the ample reserve of wood used to build sets for the plays. The members of the GTL want to thank each and every one of these outstanding young men for their help. Without their help, the work would have taken much longer than planned.

‘Kickin’ Cancer’ event cancelled, but need continues by Troy Lesan

In a normal year, the “Kickin’ Cancer with Kindness” block party would be this coming weekend. Sadly, this year’s fund-raiser scheduled for Sept. 26 has been cancelled due to concerns over the pandemic. Over the past few years the Kickin’ Cancer with Kindness fund has evolved from a concept introduced in a conversation by a group in the basement of the Gallatin Methodist Church to an impressive initiative that assists countless Daviess County residents. Donations to the fund have grown from around $7,000 annually for the first few years, to $18,000 taken in last year. The donated

funds have been accumulated, in a large part, as a result of an annual block party, BBQ, and silent auction fund-raiser held in September. The funds taken in by this very worthwhile cause go entirely to the distribution of gas cards. The cards help many Daviess County cancer patients with transportation expenses going to treatments. The cards can be used at Landes at Jamesport, Wall Street Station at Altamont, or Trex at I-35 (Exit #61). Gas cards are still available at Farmers Bank and BTC Bank in Gallatin, but as a result of the cancellation, an extra big response is needed to keep this fund going. COVID19 has resulted in the cancellation of many

events, but the scourge of cancer will not be cancelled any time soon. It is stronger than ever. Sadly, a Kickin’ Cancer board member, Tracy Michael, who worked at BTC Bank, lost her life to cancer last year. Without the annual fund-raiser this year, Kickin Cancer will need a huge boost from the community. Anyone wishing to donate can do so with a check payable to Kickin’ Cancer with Kindness. Checks can be dropped off or mailed to BTC, PO Box 35, Gallatin, MO 64640. For further info, call Nancy Tate at 660-663-2588 or Jane McKinsey at 660-663-3300 Ext. 8.

The Daviess County Health Department will be offering a flu shot drive-up clinic on Sept. 25 and Oct. 2. Times are 8-11:45 a.m. and 1-4 p.m. The clinics will be held at the health department located at 609 A South Main Street in Gallatin. The clinic is for adults only and you must have an appointment. The health department will bill insurance: BC/BS of KC, UHC\UMR, CIGNA, Coventry/ Aetna, Ambetter, Medicaid and Medicare; or $25 cash/check. Call (660) 663-2414 to schedule your appointment and complete paperwork over the phone. A clinic for children will be offered on another date.

Coronavirus Update Confirmed Cases to Date

Caldwell County.. (+18 since 9/16) 78 Daviess County..... (+20 since 9/16) 94 Harrison County.. (+4 since 9/16) 101 Gentry County..... (+8 since 9/16) 117 Dekalb County... (+22 since 9/16) 123 Grundy County.. (+32 since 9/16) 173 Clinton County... (+21 since 9/16) 206 Livingston Co..... (+28 since 9/16) 388

Missouri: 115,366 cases, 1,864 deaths

Statewide change (7 days): +11.5%

Source: Missouri DHSS at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 23

USA: 6.92M confirmed cases, (u) recoveries, 201K deaths Worldwide: 31.6M cases, 21.8M recoveries, 972K deaths

Source: Wikipedia; Daily situation reports available via the World Health Organization NOTE: Daviess County has recorded 1 COVID death. Most cases involve mild or no symptoms; all recovered are without longterm effects. Testing is available, but talk to your physician first. For more information, call the Daviess County Health Department:

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How far is your daily commute to work?

Study shows workers from Daviess County log a long drive; Caldwell County workers endure the longest commute in the state The daily morning commute is undergoing a transformation as COVID-19 ushers in a work from home trend for millions of Americans. A recent survey ranked the average commute time for all Missouri counties. Within Missouri, Caldwell County has the longest average commute among all counties (33.5 minutes) while Nodaway County has the shortest (16.6 minutes). The average one-way commute time for Daviess County is 27.1 minutes, which places it at #26 for the longest commute in the state (14% above state average commute). The survey shows Daviess County workers with commutes over 60 minutes at 13% and workers with com-

Missouri statistics:

● Average one-way commute time to work -- 23.6 minutes (11.3% lower than the national average) ● Driving alone in car, truck, or van -- 23.3 minutes ● Carpool -- 25.1 minutes ● Public transportation -- 46.3 minutes

Counties with the longest average commutes: ● #1: Caldwell County -- 33.5 minutes ● #2: Lincoln County -- 33.2 minutes ● #3: Worth County -- 32.9 minutes

Counties with the shortest average commutes:

● #1: Nodaway County -- 16.6 minutes ● #2: Adair County -- 16.7 minutes ● #3 (tie): Sullivan County, Saline County -- 16.8 minutes

Additional commute characteristics:

● Workers with commutes over 60 minutes -- 5.2% (#37 among states) ● Workers with commutes over 90 minutes -- 1.7% (#39 among states) ● Workers who commute outside their county of residence -- 29.0% ● Workers who commute outside their state of residence -- 5.8%

mutes over 90 minutes at 4%. Missouri has the #18 shortest average one-way commute time compared to all other states and Washington D.C., with an average time of 23.6 minutes How dramatically (and permanently) the pandemic will shape worker commutes remains to be seen, but initial research shows a decreased use of public transit, a higher reliance on bicycles, scooters, and e-bikes, and decreased travel overall as more people work from home. That could spell good news for the 50% of commuters who characterize their trip to work as stressful. As Americans reevaluate their relationship with commut-

ing, Coverage.com used data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey, released in December 2019, to analyze which states have the roughest rides to work. States along with Washington D.C. were ranked according to their average one-way commute time to work for workers age 16 and older who don’t work at home, with ties broken by the percentage of workers who commute 60 minutes or more. Nationally, there were 143,148,111 workers aged 16 and older who worked out of the home in 2018. Out of these workers, most drove alone to get to work (80.4%), but some chose

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OPINION

Sept. 23, 2020

Deliberate deception There’s something beyond presidential politics which makes the upcoming General Election to be held Nov. 3 of immediate interest. Please take time now to consider Amendment 3. If you are charitable, the question is whether Missouri’s legislative districts should be drawn on total population or on eligible voters. But there’s devil in the details. And even a casual observer should ask why we’re revoting something already decided by a strong majority approving “Clean Missouri” in a 2018 election. There is no nice way to say this: Amendment 3 is a blatant and undemocratic power grab. We’re being asked to approve a redistricting process that would render elections less fair and less competitive. Amendment 3’s gerrymandering provisions would make Missouri the first and only state to draw state legislative maps without counting children or immigrants. This ill-advised gambit, given voice by our own State Sen. Dan Hegeman, protects incumbent legislators in “safe districts” and limits court challenges if maps appear to be rigged. by Darryl Wilkinson The most damning revelation about Amendment 3 occurred in August in Cole County Circuit Court. Deceptive ballot language crafted by politicians for their Amendment 3 was struck down by Judge Patricia S. Joyce: “[A] summary statement may not falsely inform voters a ballot measure will do something it will not,” and the summary “[may not] suggest a measure will change the law when it will not.” The judge vacated the deceptive ballot summary, entirely rewriting it and plainly stating Amendment 3 would repeal rules for drawing state legislative districts approved by voters in November 2018 and replace them with rules proposed by the legislature. Other than incumbent politicians, who wants Amendment 3? The broad bipartisan coalition working to defeat Amendment 3 in 2020 is now larger than that which successfully passed nonpartisan redistricting reforms in November 2018! Former U.S. Senator John Danforth has written, “Amendment 3 would substitute a redistricting scheme more extreme than Missouri has ever seen. Indeed, if the proposed constitutional amendment is fully enacted, Missouri’s legislative maps could be more gerrymandered than any in the country.” National redistricting reform experts agree. After reviewing the fine print in this proposal, Executive Director of RepresentUs Josh Silver says Amendment 3 would make Missouri the worst state in the country when it comes to gerrymandering: “Politicians and their friends should not draw district lines behind closed doors.” It is despicable that our elected officials wish to overrule voter approved Amendment 1 with their Amendment 3 this November. Those saying voters were ignorant of the Clean Missouri Amendment are now saying their “informed” opinion should override an election’s outcome. Politicians, through their Amendment 3, are trying to trick voters by hiding a deceptive gerrymandering plan in the state constitution. We should be careful what we place in our state constitution. It’s no wonder this Amendment 3 has been labeled “Dirty Missouri” by those who endorsed the Clean Missouri amendment in 2018. Let’s make things perfectly clear for those we send down to Jefferson City: Vote no on Amendment 3.

Off the Editor’s Spike...

Defend men, women wearing blue by Congressman Sam Graves

On the evening of Sept. 12, two Los Angeles County deputy sheriffs were sitting in their parked patrol vehicle when an unidentified gunman walked up to their passenger window and opened fire on them. As the gunman fled, Deputy Claudia Apolinar helped her partner out of the patrol vehicle, rendered first aid, and radioed for assistance to ensure no civilians were wounded or killed in the incident. She did all this after suffering multiple gunshot wounds to the face and torso. Her unimaginable courage and fortitude in the face of such danger are the definition of heroism, but it wasn’t a hero’s welcome the 31-year-old and her partner received when they arrived at St. Francis Medical Center. Instead, they were met with protestors who attempted to block the entrance and exit to

the hospital’s emergency room and yelled “we hope they die.” By the grace of God, Deputy Apolinar and her partner survived this cold-blooded ambush, which has undoubtedly changed their lives forever. The level of hate and vitriol directed at them as both struggled for their lives in the hospital is a damning indictment of how rapidly and pervasively anti-police rhetoric has infected our country. To wish for the deaths of two innocent police officers who have dedicated their lives to protecting our communities while attempting to block the entrance to an emergency room is simply beyond the pale. There is simply no excuse for such depraved, hateful, and dangerous behavior. Sadly, it’s too often become the norm, as police officers are targeted for violent attacks and irresponsible politicians stoke the flames with their calls to “defund

the police.” Their calls to slash the paychecks of our law enforcement officers are exactly the opposite of what America needs. We need leaders with the courage to stand up and defend the police. These heroes put their lives on the line every single day to keep our communities secure and our families safe. They put themselves in harm’s way to get dangerous criminals off the streets. They enforce the laws that make it possible for all of us to enjoy the great freedoms of our constitutional republic. They need our help to ensure they have the training and resources to get the job done. While others may cower to the masses and attack our police officers, I’ll always stand up for what’s right. I’ll always support and defend our men and women in blue and I’ll always oppose efforts to defund the police.

HB 46 creates a three-year repeal of St. Louis’ residency requirement for police officers that forced them to live in the city instead of one of its suburbs. This repeal was requested by the St. Louis police department to help them recruit more officers. Both of these measures will go into effect upon the governor’s signature. In Veto Session, we decided to overturn only one of Gov. Parson’s vetoes on a budget line item. Several years ago, Gov. Jay Nixon instructed the Dept of Revenue (the state’s version of the IRS) to require businesses to collect sales tax on services that were previously deemed non-taxable. These services included delivery of furniture and appliances, and fees charged by wedding venues. Previously, these services were considered non-taxable labor, but Nixon wanted to increases taxes on citizens and so fabricated the rule change.

The rule change was also retroactive, requiring businesses to pay taxes on services rendered before the rule change. Our small businesses lost thousands of dollars in taxes they never collected and on legal fees to fight the ruling. This year, the Dept of Revenue admitted they should never have collected this money since no law was passed authorizing them to do so, but they never refunded the money to the damaged business owners. So we included a line item in this year’s budget to pay back what was owed. Gov. Parson vetoed the line item because Covid cropped up making state revenues uncertain. Now that revenues have stabilized, the veto override will reimburse the business owners the taxes and legal fees they should never have had to pay in the first place. Unless another Special Session is called, the legislature will not reconvene until January.

Special veto session concludes

By State Rep. J. Eggleston

To save some taxpayer money, the Missouri House scheduled the conclusion of the Special Session to address violent crime with the pre-scheduled date of Veto Session when we consider overriding any of the governor’s vetoes of this year’s legislation. In the end, two bills addressing violent crime were passed. HB 66 creates the Pretrial Witness Protection Services Fund, which will help pay to keep witnesses safe before they testify in major crime trials.

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Sept. 23, 2020

Choice versus safety:

Missouri scales back motorcycle helmet law

by Mark Ossolinski, Missouri News Network

When Columbia resident Ricky Reeves was killed in a four-vehicle crash on Interstate 70 earlier this month, his death appeared to be the latest statistic in a welldocumented line of motorcycle-related deaths in Missouri and around the country. What set Reeves’ case apart, however, was its status as one of the first instances of a Missouri motorcyclist being killed while legally not wearing a helmet. “Honestly, I feel like it is the person’s choice,” said Leslie Reeves, his widow. “I know that my husband was killed. I definitely feel like riders should have the ability to make that choice for themselves ...at least he died doing something that he loved.” In the case of her late husband, who was struck by multiple vehicles, it’s unlikely that wearing a helmet would have saved his life, Reeves said. But her view on helmets and choice, which she said her husband shared, nonetheless reflects the complexity of competing values underlying a new state law that went into effect Aug. 28. Previously, all riders in Missouri were required to wear a helmet. The new law allows them to ride without one, as long as they are 26 or older and have insurance that provides medical benefits for injuries incurred as a result of a motorcycle or motortricycle accident. It also stipulates that “no person shall be stopped, inspected or detained solely to determine compliance” with that requirement and that “no political subdivision of this state shall impose a protective headgear requirement on the operator or passenger of a motorcycle or motortricycle.” Similar bills attempting to repeal the law have reached the governor’s desk before: Democratic Gov. Mel Carnahan vetoed a repeal in 1999, and Democratic Gov. Jay Nixon vetoed another in 2009. 2020 brought a different outcome. After vetoing a broad omnibus bill in 2019 that would have enacted the new hel-

met law, because of concerns with sepa- helmet, Missouri joins 31 other states that rate provisions in the bill, Gov. Mike Par- give some or all riders the right to ride unson signed a different omnibus package in helmeted. July containing the new law. Eighteen states and the District of CoIts passage has conservative lawmak- lumbia still require all riders to wear a ers and riders’ rights advocates in Mis- helmet. souri celebrating — and road safety advoThose who pushed for the law’s pascates expressing grave concern. sage were consistent in citing the factors “The research, data and experience that, for them, supersede the strict focus show that helmets are proven lifesavers,” on safety: freedom and choice. said Tara Gill, senior director of advocacy Tony Shepherd, legislative director for and state legislation for Advocates for A Brotherhood Aimed Towards EducaHighway and Auto Safety. “Data show that tion for Missouri, a riders’ rights group, when these laws are weakened, fatalities returned to those words repeatedly while increase, related costs increase.” advocating for the law. Gill’s organization was active in fight“We are not outlawing the helmet. ing the law’s passage. It published op-eds We’re giving the people the choice. A helin the state attempting to raise awareness met is a good safety device — I can’t argue of data showing that motorcycle-related that it’s not,” Shepherd said. fatalities inevitably inMoDOT estimates that the state crease in states that will see 38% increase in fatalities repeal universal helmet requirements. as a result of the helmet After Parson signed requirement’s repeal the bill in July, Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety issued a statement together with a coalition of Missouri public health “It rolls down to one word: freedom. advocacy groups. We’re just trying to give a piece of freedom The statement called the bill’s signing to the individual rider.” a “deadly decision” in which “common Shepherd did not refute the data showsense was sidelined by the agenda of a vo- ing a link between relaxed helmet laws cal minority.” and fatalities, and he acknowledged inIt also cited data from Michigan, where creased deaths — in relation to what he the percentage of non-helmeted crash fa- predicted would be an increase in riders talities quadrupled after the state weak- — as a potential cost of the new law. ened its helmet requirement in 2012, and He, along with ABATE for Missouri, Florida, where fatalities increased by 21% recommends wearing a helmet. per 10,000 registered motorcycles after But he maintained that the decision the state repealed its universal helmet to wear one should be left to the indilaw. vidual and not the government. He also The Missouri Department of Transpor- said when riders do away with the helmet, tation, in a safety brochure on its website, they’re more inclined to practice caution. estimates that the state will see a 38% in“We take risks every day of our life, eicrease in fatalities as a result of the hel- ther driving a car, crossing the street … met requirement’s repeal. every day that we are alive, we’re taking a MoDOT also estimates an annual eco- risk. When we get on that motorcycle, we nomic loss for the state of $9.1 million per know we’re taking a risk,” Shepherd said. motorcycle fatality. Rep. Shane Roden, R-Cedar Hill, who In allowing most riders to not wear a sponsored the original version of the law

Long commutes to work to carpool (9.6%) or take public transportation (5.3%). The average one-way travel time to work for Americans is 26.6 minutes, but that number nearly doubles when looking at the average travel time for those who take public transportation, which is 50.1 minutes. Some American workers (12.5%) are lucky enough to have

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a commute that only takes 10 minutes or under. Less fortunate are the 9.1% of workers that need at least 60 minutes to get to work, and the 2.8% of them who are super commuters—traveling 90 minutes or more to their jobs. Multiple studies have found that commuters traveling more than 90 minutes one way have a significantly higher rate of psy-

chosomatic disorders than those with shorter commutes. The problem has only gotten worse, with the number of commuters with 90-minute, one-way trips to work doubling in one decade from 1990 to 2000. In addition to the mental stress, commuting contributes to climate change, traffic jams, and overall vehicle congestion.

Are teachers essential workers? officials, or school districts. The document states: “In order for educators and/or school staff members to be classified as essential workers in Missouri, executive action would be required. However, local governments, local public health departments and school districts are able to take this information and make their own decision locally. Local education agencies may review this guidance and work with their local public health department(s) and legal counsel to determine how/if they wish to move forward. Local school boards considering designating educators as essential workers may wish to address new questions related to their local sick leave and/or paid time off policies.” Of greatest concern to local educators and health officials is the issue of liability. David Roll stated his greatest concern is the liability issue -with no state advice where does liability fall? Cheryl Alexander of the Da-

viess County Health Department explains that the local health department cannot label teachers as “essential workers” or do a “modified quarantine” for liability reasons. The health department can only follow the federal list of essential workers. Missouri did not adopt teachers as essential. “I am still reaching out to the state directors for more direction on this matter,” Ms. Alexander added, “but I have yet to hear from them.” She also stated she would have to run any order by Dr. Larry Dickenson (Medical Director) before she could issue an order. Winston R-6 Superintendent Brian Robinson stated he foresees a problem with trying to keep school open with teachers being quarantined for 14 days and not considered essential. But he also stated that the greatest liability is if whoever makes the determination goes against the health department’s recommendations. Robinson stated he would not be in favor of going

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against whatever recommendation the health department would issue. He also stated his school probably will pursue a path to join with the health department to get this done. Jamesport Tri-County R-7 Superintendent David Probasco stated his school would still ask educators and family contacts to quarantine at home. Helping to stir the already muddy waters, the Commission was presented a resolution from Nodaway County Commission that declared school personnel as essential. Commissioner Jim Ruse stated he was not sure why Nodaway County would make such a resolution without advice from their legal counsel. Ruse also stated how Daviess County’s attorney advises that the Commission does not have the authority to make the determination, and he also noted that Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in August had determined that school personnel were not considered “essential workers.”

in the House, echoed Shepherd’s argument. “One of the things I kept hearing from constituents in my district was that they wanted the choice,” Roden said. “As a motorcycle rider, I appreciated that choice.” Roden said part of the impetus for the law had to do with economics and practicality, citing Missourians who in the past have chosen to ride in Illinois or Iowa, where there are no helmet requirements, and take their helmets off as soon as they cross the state line. Those riders, Roden said, spend money on fuel taxes and other goods and services that would otherwise be spent in Missouri. But Roden, who also wears a helmet, said the broader issue at stake is the government’s role in regulating people’s safety. “Where do we start drawing the line on what government is responsible for doing?” he asked. “There’s no good reason to jump out of a plane, but parachuters do it all the time.” “Someone who wants to regulate what you want to do in your life, they’re part of the problem. Live your life, let other people live their life and mind your own business.” For Gill, the issue is more complex. “It is a privilege to drive on public roads, and the repercussions of their choice is not limited to the individual,” she said. “When you sustain these injuries, it doesn’t just affect the individual, it’s family, friends, it’s all taxpayers in the state who have to cover medical care and other associated costs.” It remains to be seen what those costs will ultimately be for the state. But for many Missouri legislators and riders, it’s a cost worth paying. Though grieving, that’s also the view of Leslie Reeves in the wake of her husband’s death. “He will forever have his knees in the breeze, and that’s something I’ll just have to accept.” Editor’s note: The writer is a student at the Missouri School of Journalism, made available for publication through the Missouri Press Assn.

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Dear Editor & Fellow Citizens, Today, I pay special tribute to the dedicated men and women who take their time and effort at the many voting stations in Daviess County and around the country. Regardless of their political philosophy or party affiliation, we the people should support them and thank them for their service. We all should be willing to take our turn to support the great process and our opportunity to vote for those who will represent us. Personally, I invite every eligible voter to register, campaign and cast their ballot for those who best reflect their own ideals and values. It would be good if we all could support and pray for those who are elected, even if they are not the ones we voted for. Only in this way can we move past these heated debates and campaigns to remain united as a nation. Sometimes it is difficult, but this is the American way. Now, it saddens me to mention that several local community grapevines are buzzing with news that many of these devoted voting officials are being criticized and even investigated for simple infractions that did not occur. Coworkers registered as both Democrats and Republicans in Gallatin, Jamesport and Jameson are being criticized and investigated by Ronetta Burton, County Clerk/ Election Authority. Every accused person was surprised, bewildered, and hurt. Their integrity and character has been attacked. Their good names are being tarnished. They feel

bullied and intimidated. These are all devoted and responsible individuals. Some of them have served as voting officials for decades. Each has experienced the same from what they say is an inexperienced supervisor. She has apparently not handled her concerns correctly. She has also likely shared information inappropriately. Ms. Burton notified the accused that her investigations were turned over to the Prosecuting Attorney and Secretary of State. This is the right thing to do if, in fact, there had been wrongdoing. However, she did this without even speaking to them. They all deny her accusations. It’s true that this is a heated political contest, but voters will decide who is to be elected. We hope Ronetta and/or others are not trying to remove these people and replace them with voting officials who might be persuaded to alter the outcome of this election and future elections. I don’t know Ronetta Burton nor recall ever meeting her. But, as a patriot and concerned citizen, I am sounding an alarm to all voters. I am raising the question “Why?” Is something bad beginning to happen in our local election process? Is there something going on that needs to be looked into and corrected? If so, Ms. Burton should do it. Together, all citizens can help her do what’s necessary to make things right. My friends, good luck in these elections and may “We the People” always win! Dale Christensen, Jameson

Sept. 23, 2020

Accident on Hwy. 36 when SUV strikes truck A Kidder man was involved in an accident that sent a Chillicothe man to the hospital with minor injuries. According to the highway patrol, the accident happened at about 6:26 a.m. on Sept. 16 in Livingston County. Deaven Eisman, 28, Kidder, and Spencer Ficken, 45, Chillicothe, were both travelling west on Hwy. 36. About one mile east of Chillicothe, the front end of Eisman’s 2007 Chevrolet Equinox struck the rear of Ficken’s 2007 Dodge Ram. Eisman’s vehicle traveled off the north side of Hwy. 36 and came to rest in the ditch on its wheels, facing north. Ficken’s vehicle came to a controlled stop on the north shoulder of Hwy. 36. Ficken was transported to Hedrick Medical Center by private vehicle with minor injuries. He was not wearing his seat belt. The Chevrolet was totaled, and the Dodge had moderate damage. The accident was investigated by Tpr. K.J. Cool, assisted by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.

Free COVID test at Cameron A community testing event for COVID-19 will be held at the Cameron High School, 1022 S. Chestnut, 64429, on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020. Please pre- register for testing at: health.mo.gov/ community test, or call (877) 4358411. Answers to FAQ’s for testing. This is free-of-charge, but registration is required online or by phone. An ID is required to receive the tests. This is state sponsored; therefore, any Missouri resident is eligible, regardless of which county they reside.

Upward Bound? Apply to program

Burns-Jessen wed on July 10 The parents of Aubrey Dayle Burns and Andrew Lee Jessen are pleased to announce that love is patient. Even though the couple had to postpone their original wedding day, the happy couple was able to be united in marriage on July 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Gallatin, surrounded by family and friends. Pastor Brad Dush officiated the ceremony, accom-

St. Joe driver wrecks in Winston A St. Joseph driver received minor injuries after striking a couple of light poles and ending up in a parking lot. According to the highway patrol, the accident happened at about 11:45 a.m. on Sept. 15 in Daviess County. Derek French, 30, St. Joseph, was southbound on Hwy. 69. At Route Y in Winston, his 2007 Chevrolet 1500 traveled off the west side of the road and struck an embankment. The truck continued across a parking lot,

struck a light pole, and then struck a second light pole. The vehicle came to rest in the parking lot, facing south. French was taken by Daviess County Ambulance to Cameron Regional Medical Center with minor injuries. He was wearing his seat belt. The Chevrolet had extensive damage. The accident was investigated by Tpr. N.A. Regan, assisted by Sgt. J.M. Cross, Daviess County Sheriff and Ambulance.

September road work travels on The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned for Daviess County the week of Sept. 21-27: I-35 – Resurfacing project from Route C (Exit 78) to U.S. Route 136 (Exit 92, Harrison County) through September Route 6 – Scrub seal project from the Thompson Creek

The Upward Bound Program based at North Central Missouri College in Trenton will be recruiting and accepting participant applications. High school students in the Sept. 24: Center Chillicothe, Gallatin, Grundy SURVEYED 19.28 ACRES - Located in Jameson with will close at 1 p.m.; 1: Rural Center will close acresPenney in tillableofand the remaining in Oct. timber. R-V of16Galt, Hamilat 1 p.m. water meter property with nearby. Perfect ton, Trenton, and on Tri-County of electric Menus Sept. 28-Oct. 2 for new home or weekendare getaway! #1237 $74,000 Jamesport school districts Monday: baked herb chicken, invited to submit their applications by working through their parmesan potatoes, spinach, peach crisp; Tuesday: pork roast high school counselor. ed Reduc potato, Students who are selected to with gravy, baked sweet join the UB program will be able lima beans, angel food cake with ew strawberries; Wednesday: tuna to begin in November. The N deadg Listin line for Upward Bound applica- noodle casserole, peas, carrots, w banana, oatmeal cookie; NeThurstions is Oct. 7. ce ipotato r P day: hamburger on bun, R Upward Bound edisucea 100% d federally funded program that wedges, tangy coleslaw, apple assists high school students to slices; Friday: chicken tenders, New cauliflower w/ prepare for successful college roasted potatoes, Listin entrance. Its purpose is to help cheese sauce, pudding g with fruit. students to overcome barriers New g Reduced to higher education through istin aca- New L demic instruction, college visits, Listing Reduc ed cultural activities, and other support services. Sept. 28-30 Students make new friends Monday: hamburger New steak, and have fun, all while gaining mushroom gravy, Lhash isting brown that extra “push” necessary to casserole, mixed vegetables, attend college and find the right fruit fluff; Tuesday: chicken livcareer. ers or strips, onion rings, peas, To learn more about the applesauce; Wednesday: bacon NCMC Upward Bound program, wrapped tenderloin, baked poLandvisit& www.ncmissouri.edu Farms Lakeor Commercial tato, cauliflower with cheese, contact the Upward Bound demandarin oranges. partment at 660-359-3948.

panied by Aubrey’s Aunt Sue Bird on the piano/organ. Guests were invited to a celebratory dinner and dance held at the Jamesport Event Center. The couple currently reside in Lawrence, KS, where Aubrey continues to receive her doctorate in pharmaceutical studies and Drew is currently employed with the Kurt Goeser-State Farm Insurance Agency.

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City of Jameson continues to gravel streets, repaints street signs, puts together ‘welcome packet’ for new residents

Chuck Weldon with Whitetail Fix is pictured with a huge and beautifully feathered turkey. MDC is asking hunters to save and share the feathers.

Turkey hunters: fall feathers wanted for MDC new research project The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is asking Missouri turkey hunters to save and share feathers from birds they harvest this fall for part of a new research project to help improve wild turkey management in Missouri. MDC will send participating hunters materials needed to submit feathers, including a postage-paid envelope for feather submissions. The materials will contain instructions about which feathers to submit. MDC asks hunters to return the requested feathers in the postage-paid envelope provided. Participating hunters will also need to include the Telecheck identification number for the harvested bird to help MDC determine from which Missouri county it was taken. MDC asks participating hunters to retain their turkey carcasses until MDC materials arrive, or to remove a wing from the turkey and several feathers from

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Fuel adjustment charge approved The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved a filing made by Union Electric Company d/b/a Ameren Missouri to adjust the fuel and purchased power adjustment charge (FAC) on the bills of its electric customers. For a residential customer using 1,000 kWh (kilowatt-hours) of electricity a month, the FAC will change from a current credit of approximately $2.07 a month to a credit of approximately $1.89 a month. The change is expected

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The Village of Jameson held lengthy discussions about the need for more work on the streets and during their meeting held Aug. 20, thanked volunteers for painting street signs. Village employee Bob Woolsey put two-inch rock with fines (bits of rock) in some of the ruts and potholes around town. He needs two or three more loads of gravel. The board approved the purchase of three additional loads. There was much discussion regarding erosion and ongoing problems with need for more work to be done, including ditches, building up roads, gravel, etc. Some board members have talked with a representative of the Missouri Department of Transportation and the content of those discussions was relayed in an email to the other board members. A complaint was received on a street entrance at Chestnut and First Street regarding a tree on the property impairing vision to the road. The property owner will be contacted regarding the tree being trimmed. Allison Ward, DeeAnn Fisher, Lorriann Fisher, and Kristie Martin have been repainting the street sign markers. The board expressed appreciation for their work. During public comment, Mary Probert complimented the board for job well done. Kristie Martin had questions about roads, which Bob Woolsey addressed. The 2020 Tax Levy rates were approved as presented. The General Checking account financial report and the

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Restricted Funds/Roads account were approved, both as of July 31. The Sewer Financial reports as of July 31 were heard. There are currently no delinquents. Bob Woolsey attempted to install two disconnects recently; however, the connections could not be found. Mary Probert with the Complaint Panel reported that complaints have been made regarding a residence with several junk vehicles blocking the view of street traffic. Discussion was held on new property owners on the west side of town regarding hook ups for water and sewer, etc. It was suggested to put together a welcome packet for new residents. The city clerk will update the Village Board infor-

mation sheet. Vance suggested asking about information from Gallatin city hall with contact information. During Board of Trustee comments, Jan Duly noted that the Jameson Picnic went really well and there were compliments paid to the Jameson Lions Club for their great job in putting on the 129th Picnic. Next meeting was set for Sept. 17. The above are the unapproved minutes of the Aug. 20 meeting for the Village of Jameson. Board members present were Natalie May, Chairman; David Lainhart, DeeAnn Fisher, Vance Hefley. Lorriann Fisher was absent. Employees present were Jan Duly, Elaine Bohannon, and Bob Woolsey. Guests were Mary Probert, Kristie Martin, and Allison Ward.

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SCHOOL/SPORTS

Meeks fires final 2 salvos Gallatin 48, Polo 27 Gallatin 0 18 16 14 48 Polo 7 14 6 0 27

Scoring Summary:

P: Fitzwater 53 yd. run (Roark kick). P: Thompson 21 yd. pass to L. Chapman (run failed). G: Vandiver 8 yd. pass to Bird (run failed). P: Thompson 7 yd. pass to M. Chapman (Blackwell run). G: Gray 10 yd. run (run failed). PG: Vandiver 22 yd. pass to Bird (run failed). G: Vandiver 49 yd. pass to Bird (Vandiver to Sperry). G: Vandiver 6 yd. pass to Bird (Vandiver to Feiden). P: Blackwell 8 yd. run (run failed). G: Vandiver 75 yd. pass to Meeks (Vandiver to Feiden). G: Meeks 48 yd. run (pass failed).

GRC East

Standings-Week 4

GRC ALL Milan 2-0 4-0 South Harison 2-0 3-1 Gallatin 1-1 2-2 Polo 1-1 1-3 Trenton 0-0 0-2 Princeton 0-1 1-2 Putnam Co. 0-1 1-3 Maysville 0-2 1-3 *StJ. Christian 0-0 0-3

*Does not play a GRC schedule

Sept. 18 Results

Gallatin 48, Polo 27 Milan 39, Princeton 8 S. Harrison 36, Maysivlle 0 Hallsville 46, Putnam Co. 0 Trenton did not play

Sept. 25 Schedule

Maysville at Gallatin Milan at Trenton Polo at South Harrison Putnam Co. at Princeton KC Northeast at StJ. Christian

Pattonsburg 78, King City 46 Pattonsburg 20 22 22 14 78 King City 8 38 0 0 46

PHS Statistics:

Passing: Reed 50-72-592, 7 TD, Int.; Jones 1-1-55, TD. Rushing: Reed 11-45, 3 TD; Jones 1-0, Emig 1-(-2). Receiving: Emig 21-327, 4 TD; Jones 15-211, 2 TD: Langfitt 14-98, 2 TD; Coin 1-11. Leading tacklers: Jones 9/5, Coin 9/1, Emig 6/10, Langfitt 28, Briggs 1/5. Takeaways: QB sack — Briggs, Hamilton. Interception — Jones. Fumble recovery — Jones (3), Emig (2), Hamilton. Forced fumble — Coin (2), Jones.

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Brody Langfitt sets new MSHSAA record

Pattonsburg High School sophomore Brody Langfitt set a new MSHSAA football record for pass receptions in his team’s game against North Andrew on Sept. 11. Langfitt caught a record 28 passes for 286 yards, breaking the old record of 23 set by Kyle Cotter of Windsor in 2009.

GRC West

Standings-Week 4

GRC ALL North Andrew 2-0 4-0 Stanberry 2-0 3-0 Worth County 1-0 3-1 Pattonsburg 1-1 3-1 *Braymer 0-0 0-3 Albany 0-2 0-3 King City 0-3 1-3

*Does not play at GRC schedule

Sept. 18 Results

Pattonsburg 78, King City 46 Worth County 56, Albany 54 Orrick 67, Braymer 32 North Andrew 60, Stewartsville 18

Sept. 25 Schedule

Pattonsburg at Stanberry King City at Worth County Platte Valley at Albany North Shelby at North Andrew Braymer at Norborne/Hardin

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Bulldogs shake off early woes to rally past Polo, 48-27 The Polo Panthers turned the ball over 3 times in the fourth quarter and Gallatin made them pay each and every time ... twice with touchdowns and lastly an interception that allowed the Bulldogs to run the clock down under 2 minutes left in the game. Gallatin rallied from deficits of 13-0 and 21-6, scoring 42 of the game’s final points on their way to a 48-27 victory over Polo last Friday night. Quarterback Brinley Vandiver tossed 5 touchdown passes, 4 to Isaac Bird, and Kevin Meeks scored two pivotal TDs in the fourth quarter to put the game away for the Bulldogs. Gavin Fitzwater staked the Panthers to an early lead when he took a perfectly executed inside counter 53 yards for the score. Killian Roark added the extra point kick. The Panthers picked up a fourth and one with a Caleb Thompson quarterback keeper covering 20 yards to Gallatin’s 22 yard line late in the first period. Thompson found Logan Chapman all alone on the left side for a 21-yard scoring strike that threatened to blow the game open for the Panthers. The Bulldogs countered with their first scoring play at 9:37 of the second quarter, set up by a Vandiver to Sperry pass of 54 yards. Facing fourth and 12, Vandiver connected with Bird in the back corner of the end zone. The conversion run failed. Gallatin failed to cash in on a Vandiver interception and Polo upped the ante to 21-6 with a Thompson 7-yard pass to Mason Chapman and a Cody Blackwell 2-point conversion run Meeks ran back the ensuing kickoff to the Panther 33. Stout running from Sperry advanced the ball to the 10 where Jagger

Gray took over for a touchdown scamper. The score stood 21-12 after the failed conversion run. With just over a minute left on the second quarter clock, Vandiver tossed a soft pass to Sperry coming out of the backfield and he fought up the sideline for 31 yards to the Panther 22. Bird hauled in his second TD pass of the game to narrow the GHS deficit to 21-18 at the half. The Bulldogs grabbed the lead with their first possession of the second half when Bird came back for an underthrown ball and juked past a defender 49 yards down the sideline to the end zone. A Vandiver to Sperry pass gave the Dogs a 26-21 cushion. A big defensive play of the night for the Bulldogs came with the Panthers facing 4th and 3 from Gallatin’s 24 yard line. Thompson dropped back looking for an open receiver, only to see Draygan Schweizer in his face. The Bulldog junior blasted Thompson as he threw and the pass sailed harmlessly wide of any Panther receiver. Hard running by Sperry and Gray put Gallatin on the brink of another score with a minute left in the third period. Vandiver repeated an earlier TD toss to Bird and then connected with Feiden for the 2 points conversion that increased the Bulldog lead to 34-21. A touchdown run by Blackwell pulled Polo to within one touchdown of the lead early in the fourth quarter but Gallatin would counter with 2 scores in just over 2 minutes of action, the first a 75-yard reception and run by Meeks and the second a 48-yard Meeks run set up by a forced fumble by Sperry.

R-2 meets with commissioners, will participate in CARES act Pattonsburg R-2 Superintendent Bill Pottorff told the school board that he and other county school superintendents met with the Daviess County Commissioners at Daviess County Courthouse recently to discuss teachers being essential workers. The commissioners decided they needed more information before making a decision. In other business matters on the agenda at the Pattonsburg school board meeting held on Sept. 16, the R-2 Board adopted the Daviess and Gentry County Intergovernmental Agreement to participate in the 2020 CARES Act Funding program as presented by Superintendent Bill Pottorff. Pattonsburg school is now signed up for Seamless Summer Option, which means free lunches for children ages one through 18. The program will run from Sept. 15 to Dec. 22 or until the program is no longer funded. Herner Construction will be coming in to work on the lights and window leaks in the school building. Principal Alan McCrary reported that R-2 has 117 elementary students: six preschool student, and 90 students in grades 7-12. He also reported that teachers have been doing a good job interacting live with at home students during classes.

In-class students will have more technology available soon. This will help students transition if there is a time that Pattonsburg has to go completely virtual. Principals have started doing classroom observations. Indicators that will be used focus on curriculum, problem solving/ critical thinking, the teacher monitoring the effect of instruction on the whole class, and individual learning. Future activities include Sept. 23, midterms; Sept. 23, ASVAB test for juniors; Sept. 30 through Oct. 4, Homecoming Week; and Oct. 26, Parent Teacher Conferences 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Assistant Principal Arah Gay reported that patrons from the district may soon receive an email from REMIND. This will be a new notification system for communicating messages, updates of school alerts, student assignments, etc. to the parents. The Farmers Bank text caster will still be used. ******* “Were it left to me to decide whether we should have government without newspapers, or newspapers without government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.” ~ Thomas Jefferson ***** Honesty once pawned is never redeemed.

Payton Feiden shucks a would be Panther tackler on an early return.

Brinley Vandiver threw for five touchdowns, including four to Isaac Bird. [Staff photos/DC]

Pay hike approved for Gallatin R-5 substitutes The Gallatin School Board offered three jobs, signed up for the CARES Act and agreed to a pay hike for substitute teachers during its meeting held Sept. 15. After returning from a closed session, a custodial position was offered to Melinda Atchley; assistant wrestling coach to Brian Bottcher; and elementary paraprofessional aide position to Shelley Elbert. The substitute daily rate was increased to $100 per day and unused personal leave to $50 per day. The Daviess County Intergovernmental Agreement to participate in the 2020 CARES Act Funding program was adopted as presented. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, is a $2.2 trillion economic stimulus bill passed by the 116th U.S. Congress and signed into law by President Donald Trump on March 27, 2020, in response to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. Jeff Donovan was appointed to sign the agreement on the board’s behalf. In other matters before the

board, Nicole Curtis discussed issues regarding the school district and staff. September bills were paid. Superintendent Dr. Bryan Copple; Principals Burke, Collins and Thogmartin; and Activities Director Gann presented their reports. The 2020-21 Professional Development Plan and the DistrictWide Evaluation Plan were approved. Policy and procedure updates were approved. The next meeting was set for 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 15. The above are the unapproved minutes of the meeting of the Gallatin R-5 Board of Education held Sept. 15. Board members present were Jesse Bird, Tim Bradford, Pam Critten, Jeffrey Donovan, Trent Dowell, Amy Heldenbrand, and Anita Riley. Also in attendance were Dr. Copple, Principals Burke, Collins, Thogmartin, Activities Director Gann and Board Secretary Corwin. Staff present were Kelsey Peterson, Carly Talbert, Amy Holder, Debbie Sweatman, Tracy Burke, Jessica DeVaul, Amanda Harper, Nicole Curtis, and Brittney Ghidoni.

September 23, 2020

South Harrison over Gallatin, 5-3

MSHSAA 2020-21 Fall Classifications Class 1, District 7 Football Gallatin, Knox County, Milan, Penney, Princeton, Putnam County, Scotland County, South Harrison 8-Man District 3 Football Bishop LeBlond, DeKalb, King City, North Andrew, Orrick, Pattonsburg, South Holt, Stewartsville Class 2 District 6 Softball Brookfield, Gallatin, Marceline, Milan, Putnam County, South Harrison, Trenton Class 1, District 13 Softball Gilman City, Grundy County, Pattonsburg, Tri-County, Winston

Carli Beck is ready for action at third base. Online photos at www.NorthMissourian.com courtesy of BTC Bank. [Photo by Alicia Endicott]

Gallatin’s Lady Bulldogs couldn’t hold the lead in Bethany Tuesday evening and South Harrison scored 3 runs in the bottom of the fifth and another in the sixth to claim a 5-3 victory in GRC East Division softball. GHS bats came out swinging in their first game since Sept. 3, but the sum total of their offense came in the first two innings. Presley Wells singled in the first and would score on a single by Carli Beck. Ashley Feiden opened the second frame with a single. Maddi Michael sacrificed her to second. Wells singled again and Alex Endicott reached on an error that scored both Feiden and Wells. South Harrison scored once in the third and tacked on 3 runs in the bottom of the fifth with the big blow coming on a 2-run homer. A final run in the sixth accounted for the final score.

Wells led Gallatin at the plate with 3 hits. Beck and Feiden each finished with multiple hits. Betty Rogers also contributed a single. AnnaBelle Ball pitched 5 innings, giving up just 2 hits and 3 earned runs while striking out a pair of batters. South Harrison took the junior varsity game, 5-1. Feiden drove in Michael for the lone Gallatin run. Emma Christopher opened on the mound for Gallatin and allowed only one earned run. Gallatin will host Stanberry on Thursday in a 5:30 p.m. start. The Lady Bulldogs will compete in the NCMC Tournament on Saturday, opening against Putnam County at 9 a.m. Gallatin will also take on Platte Valley at noon and Marceline at 3 p.m. before moving to the evening’s place games.

Winston quarantines 11 The Winston R-6 School Dis- Health Department directly, it is trict currently has 11 students/ not believed that your child was staff that have been quarantined directly exposed to this person. by the Daviess County Health Due to privacy requirements, Department. the school cannot release the The first high school student names of the individuals or dewas confirmed by the health tails that may identify them. department to have COVID-19 The Winston R-6 School Dison Sept. 13; a staff member was trict was not in session Sept. 21 of confirmed on Sept. 18; and an- this week, as the school utilizes other high school student was four-day school week calendar New aListing New Listing confirmed on Sept. 21. where students attend classes Superintendent Brian Rob- Tuesday through Friday. School inson says administration at was in session on Sept. 22. Winston has worked with the The school asks parents to Daviess County Health Depart- continue to watch for COVID-19 ment, which has completed symptoms. If your child is sick Gallatin, tracing MO- Escape the Lake! This completely Jamesport, MO-any Veryreanice, move-in ready ranch contact andtodetermined or not feeling well for remodeled Waterfront home available a "Turn located distance to the which students need toisbe quar-with son, pleasehome do not sendwithin themwalking to Key" option.This 1 acre property has amazing views and Jamesport business area and city park.You won't find antined. Those that were in close school. endless fun! 3 bedrooms with a 4th non-conforming a nicer quality home in town! This 3 bed, 1 bath home contact remain campus questions, please downstairswill bedroom, 2ndoffkitchen, and plentyIfofyou have has multiple upgrades that include Pergo flooring, indoor/outdoor space to relax andto unwind. home thenewer for up to 14 calendar days en- Thiscontact Winston R-6interior School windows, and exterior doors, light offers they granitedo counter-tops, tiled shower, vessel fixtures, as well as electrical, sure not havemarble the virus, District (660) 339-6462 or theplumbing, and newer AC sinks, stainless steel appliances upstairs and down. and furnace. The bathroom so that there will not be any fur- Daviess County Health Depart-was recently remodeled $550,000 #gpc2241197 2020. $107,500 #gpc2239821 ther spread. If you were not con- ment (660)in663-2414. tacted by the Daviess County

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Superintendents, commission meet to discuss ‘essential workers’ Superintendents from Daviess County Schools met with the COMMISSION commission, along with Cheryl Alexander, Daviess County Health Director, and David Roll, Emergency Management Director, to discuss whether school personnel should be classified as essential workers. Details of this discussion are presented on the front page of this issue. James Lewis, bridge supervisor, met with the commission to update them on ongoing work. James advised his crew will be working on replacing tubes in Salem Township. The brush mower is now in Benton Township. Jeanie Cunningham, Mike Keith Insurance, spoke to the commission by phone regarding the health insurance renewal for 2021 policy year. Discussion was held and Jeanie will furnish some additional information to the commission before next week. Ben Becerra, Larry Adams, and Jared Hogan of the sheriff’s department met with the commission to discuss an apCOUNTY

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9/15/20 9 am – Court in session. 7:59 pm – Jamesport suspicious vehicle report. 9/16/20 9 am – Court in session. 6:07 am – Gallatin investigation. 6:24 pm – Jamesport missing persons investigation. • Skyler Sendelbach, 22, Evansville, WI, was sentenced to a 2-day commitment to the custody of Daviess DeKalb County Regional Jail (DDCRJ) for speeding. • Thobela Sovara, 39, Overland Park, KS, was sentenced to a 30-day shock incarceration at DDCRJ for persistent DWI, endangering welfare of a child, and speeding. 9/17/20 5:43 pm – Jamesport investigation. 11:13 pm – Jamesport investigation. 9/18/20 9 am – Court in session. • Ryan Kampman, 42, Bethany, was arrested and taken to DDCRJ for first and third degree domestic assault, second degree Rape, and first degree sodomy or attempted sodomy. Bond was denied. • Alfred Sprouse, 51, Gallatin, was sentenced to a 4-day commitment to the custody of DDCRJ for endangering the welfare of a child. • Martavis Wortham, 40, Waterloo, IA, was sentenced to a 2-day commitment to the custody of DDCRJ for speeding. 9/19/20 1:03 pm – Winston investigation. 2:26 pm – Kidder follow-up investigation. 9/20/20 4:44 pm – Gallatin investigation. 9/21/20 11:23 am – Jamesport assisting medical. 10:28 pm – Lake Viking investigation.

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plication for CARES Act fund- assessment report was ordered. domestic assault first degree, B If your taxes increase for ing. Discussion was held. Larry 2020, it will be because of an inA motion for change of judge felony. Adams also advised the commis- was granted to Randy Worth in Civil cases filed: Jeffrey Read, crease in the levies by the taxing sion they have one vehicle in the two separate cases. The charges Coffey, vs. Director of Revenue, entities, and not because of an shop due to a deer hit. are domestic assault second de- State of Missouri, petition to increase in your valuation (unPete Kaser, Kaser Develop- gree, D felony, no valid license, review suspension of driver’s li- less you had new construction). ment, Inc. of Ridgeway met with E felony, two counts of property cense; John Richardson, WeathPersonal property valuations the commission to discuss how damage second degree and drug erby, and Steven Gautieri, Glad- were rolled to the county clerk the CART bid process works, paraphernalia, misdemeanors. stone, vs. Grant R. Cole, Callao, on Sept. 11. Real estate valuaand asked to be added to the bid The cases were assigned to wrongful death. tions will be rolled to the county list for 2021. clerk on Sept. 28. Judge R. Brent Elliott. 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Deaths

Gerald Eugene McCann Sr. 1927-2020 Gerald “Bud” Eugene McCann Sr., 93, Jamesport, died Sept. 9, 2020 at his home in Jamesport from COVID-19. Bud was born on May 10, 1927, the son of Jett and Marguerite (Harrison) McCann in Farber. Bud graduated from Central High School near Hardin in 1945. On Feb. 26, 1952, he was united in marriage to Martha Joy in Independence. They were married for almost 50 years before she passed away in 2002. Bud was a dairy farmer most of his life. In addition to farming, Bud loved to do wood working. He moved to Jamesport about 10 years ago where he drove for the Amish community. Bud was also preceded in death by his parents, brother Harrison McCann, and brother Robert McCann. Survivors include daughter, Joy McCann; daughter, Nancy (Tim) Clancy; son, Tim (Patti) McCann; brother, David Mc-

Land Transfers (Continued from page 8)

Demke; partial lots in Gallatin from Robert E. Frazier to Grant Robert Edmund Demke and Bryan Jack Demke; Lake Viking lot #1679 from Russell and Jacqueline Peck to Johnathan and Judy West; tracts in Union Township from Scott and An0, 2020 at The dreaLiving Shipers to Public Water Supply District #2 of Daviess County; tract Liberty Thursday, in Sept. 24, Township from Billy and Mary Parker to Billy and Mary Parkith William W. Harlow er, trustees 30 p.m. Thursday at of the Billy J. and Mary A. Parker Revocable Trust; tract in couraged, and social Monroe Township from Anne and nment will be held at to The Edward W. Foley Scott Rauth latin. Memorials are Trust; tract in Monroe II Revocable or the Sweet Springs and tract in Colfax Township from Anne and ook is available at Scott Rauth to The Scott T. and Anne F. Rauth Family Trust; partial lots in Gallatin from Donald daughter of the late and Evelyn C. Weaver to Nenad e Oak Vyrostek. Judy and Allison Dobric; lot in Gallatin 7 and then from attended Jason Holmes to Donald and Evelyn C Weaver; Lake Viking lot Kenneth Carter who #MH-30 from Robert L. Walker and Pam Yeager to Brian and Deborah in Union Township ral ReserveBeggs; Bank tracts in fromyears, Charles and Joyce Wortman es through the to Hattie J. Rains; Lake Viking lot er for her family. She #54 from Benjamin G. Booth to Sylife and sheler could be Construction Inc.; tract in Grand n. River Township from Kenneth g member O’Hare of Sweet and Danna O’Hare and Davidsoftball and Soraya O’Hare, and Daniel n getting girls Ashley O’Hare to Sookhee Oh active in herand children and Sunghyun Ahn. orting events, their Trustee’s Deed under Active Trust cipating in. Tract in Jackson Township from he still made to and Deborah Minnick, R. time Stanley would be found at all trustees of the R. Stanley and Debomight be going in rah J.on Minnick Trust, to Eddie Kaufftract in Grand River Township r quick wit, man; infectious from Michael L. Netherton, Randy spirit, and especially W. Netherton and Sheryl N. Perry, co-trustees of the Ann Netherton nd; she is survived by Trust Agreement, to Sookhee Oh ymore, Kevin Carter and Sunghyun Ahn. r (Danny) of Sweet Quit Claim Deeds y Guilford, Jonathan Tract in Jefferson Township from Bobbi nd Blake Snider; one Jean Hullinger to Leslie LynnDarla Hullinger (corrective deed); , AR; one sister, Lake Viking lot #568 from Kathleen ws, cousins and other and Craig Ewing to the Kathleen J. Ewing Residuary Trust; tract in ; one son in infancy,Township from Todd and Jefferson rs, Steve and Mike Shearrer to BT Property Elizabeth Management LLC; tract in Union Township from Louise Taylor, Alan Taylor and Suzanne Taylor to Charles and Joyce Wortman. Beneficiary Deeds Tract in Sheridan Township from Loran Ray Allen to Danny R. Allen; tracts in Monroe and Sheridan Townships from Loran Ray Allen to Lorna S. Blackburn and Danny R. Allen as joint tenants with right of survivorship; Lake Viking lot #435 from Scott and Linda Bowlin to Scott E. Bowlin and Linda L. Bowlin, trustees of the Bowlin Living Trust.

seconds West, 71.02 feet; thence North52 degrees 32 minutes 06 seconds West, 458.89 feet; thence North 51 degrees 08 minutes 21 seconds West, 58.23 feet; thence North 42 degrees 26 minutes 32 seconds West, 82.39 feet; thence North 28 degrees 16 minutes 32 seconds West, 32.50 feet; thence leaving said centerline on a bearing of South 85 degrees 01 minutes 09 seconds East, 516.70 feet; thence South 00 degrees 21 minutes 30 seconds West, 83.19 feet; thence South 85 degrees 01 minutes 09 seconds East, 388.31 feet; thence South 05 degrees 09 minutes 56 seconds West, 270.02 feet to the point of beginning;

to satisfy said debt and costs.

/s/ Robert Cowherd Robert Cowherd, Substitute Trustee Publish: August 19, 26, September 2 and 9, 2020.

Cann, three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two greatgreat-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Jamesport Community Association in care of the funeral home. There is no scheduled family visitation. Graveside service: 1 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 29, New Hope Cemetery, rural Hardin. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Jamesport. Robert L. Garner 1943-2020 Robert L. “Bob” Garner, 77, Jamesport, died Sept. 20, 2020, at NorthCare Hospice House, North Kansas City. Bob was born on March 25, 1943, the son of Clarence Earl and Lelia (Huckleberry) in Kansas City, KS. He was a 1962 graduate of Princeton High School. On June 1, 1966, he was united in marriage to Freda Siever in Jamesport. Bob was a sewing machine mechanic. He worked for Levi

Strauss, Dickey’s Menswear and Stride Rite Shoe Factory. Early in his working career Bob worked for Churchill Trucklines and McDonald Aircraft on the Gemini Space Program. He was a member of the Jamesport Baptist Church. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gary Garner; son-in-law. Survivors include his wife, Freda of the home; son, Robert L. (Nancy) Garner; daughter, Amy Untiedt of Trenton; son, Eric Garner of Jamesport; two grandchildren; and one greatgrandchild. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Jamesport First Responders. No services are planned. James R. Sears 1944-2020 On Sept. 15, 2020, James R. (Jim) Sears passed away at the age of 75 after a long battle with cancer and a recent open-heart surgery.

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James William "J.W." Gann 1924-2020

James William "J.W." Gann, age 96, of Sun Lakes, AZ, and formerly of Gallatin, passed away Sept. 17, 2020, at Hospice of the Valley Dobson Home in Chandler, AZ. J.W. was born on Feb. 23, 1924, the son of William Judson and Della (Place) Gann at home in Gallatin. He grew up in Gallatin and was a 1941 graduate of Gallatin High School where his favorite sport to play was basketball. After graduating from Gallatin, he received an associate degree in business administration from Wentworth Military Academy in 1943. Due to World War II, J.W. was unable to attend his Wentworth Military Academy graduation ceremony in order to report to Camp Roberts, CA, to begin basic training. In November 1943, J.W. left San Francisco for the Southwest Pacific where he served in the 182nd Infantry during World War II. J.W. received two Purple Hearts, Bronze Star and Combat Infantry Badge for his selfless sacrifice and service to our country. Some of these were awarded to him later in life. At the ceremony, he stated he was glad to still be alive to receive the medals, but the most humbling comment was, “I am very proud to have served my country.” Upon return from the war he joined his parents in the family business, Gann's Bargain Store that was established in 1916, later purchasing it, allowing his parents to retire. On Sept. 16, 1951, he was united in marriage to Beatrice Booth at the First Baptist Church in Gallatin. To this union three children were born. Beatrice preceded J.W. in death on April 6, 1970. On March 15, 1980, he was united in marriage to Marilyn Teale Ayers at the Cameron Lutheran Church. He was a faithful member of the Gallatin First Christian Church for over 80 years. Other memberships include Gallatin Masonic Lodge #106, the Moila Shrine Temple in St. Joseph, and Daviess County Country Club. J.W. enjoyed spending quality time and entertaining his family and friends at The Lake of the Ozarks and later at Lake Viking including boating, water sports and fishing. After retirement he became an avid golfer, enjoying the game until 89 years young. J.W. was a lifetime fan of the Kansas City Chiefs. He also enjoyed Royals and Arizona Diamond Back's baseball. Following retirement, he and Marilyn lived in Hobe Sound, FL, where they provided care for Marilyn's parents, before moving to Sierra Vista, AZ, and then Sun Lakes, AZ. J.W. was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Mary Margaret Hyde; and granddaughter, Stephanie Frost. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn of the home; son, Steven (Deby) Gann of Gallatin; daughter, Judith Gann of Dallas, TX; son, Carlan Gann of Kansas City; stepson, Randy (Jody) Ayers of Edgerton; stepson, Bruce (Deb) Ayers of Kansas City; stepson, Terry (Kim) Ayers of Queen Creek, AZ; grandchildren, Corri (Adam) Barnhart of Franklin, TN; Nathan (Molly) Gann of Millersville, PA; Addilea (Jared) Andrews of Gallatin; Jenna Gann of Kansas City; Brandon (Kelsey Bower) Gann of Kansas City; Daniel (Janeanne) Ayers of Blue Springs; Tim Ayers of Independence; Sam Ayers of Kansas City; Casey Ayers of Kansas City; Brittany Ayers of Chandler, AZ; Tyller Ayers of Gilbert, AZ; Dalis Smith of Queen Creek, AZ; and Dylan Smith of Queen Creek, AZ; as well as great-grandchildren, Ella, Hudson, Simon, Marion, Beatrice, Clayton, Jean, William and Jonathan. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Hillcrest Cemetery or Daviess County Library in care of the funeral home. Graveside memorial service with full military honors: 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, 2020 Hillcrest Cemetery, Gallatin. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Friends may call 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. [Paid Obit]

Public Notices

Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. Section 1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE 43RD NOTICE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DAVIESS COUNTY, OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE MISSOURI Judge or Division: PROBATE Case Number: 20DV-PR00035 For default in payment of the debt and performance of the obligations In the Estate of JEFFREY GLEN OSBORN, secured by deed of trust executed by JeffreyDeceased. Read, a single person, dated Notice of Letters Administration Granted August 9, 2019, recorded in Bookof293, at Page 62, in the Office of the Re(Supervised corder of Deeds for Daviess County,Administration) Missouri, at Gallatin, the undersigned To All Persons Interested in the by Estate of appointment JEFFREY GLEN OSBORN, Substitute Trustee, duly appointed written recorded in the Decedent: Office of the Recorder of Deeds for Daviess County, Missouri in Book 388 at On246, AUGUST 28,request 2020, the following individual was the perPage will at the of the holder of said debt, on appointed Friday, September sonal representative the estate of a.m. JEFFREY GLEN OSBORN, decedent, 11, 2020, between theofhours of 9:00 and 5:00 p.m., particularly at 2:00 by theatProbate Division theof Circuit Court ofCourthouse Daviess County, Missouri. The p.m., the south front of door the County in Daviess County, personal representative’s address Missouri, at Gallatin, sell atbusiness public vendue to is: the highest bidder for cash the R OSBORN, 24810 STATE HWY O, GALLATIN, MO 64640. realTIMOTHY property described in deed of trust, to-wit: That part of the Northwest Quarter of attorney’s the Southeast Quarter Section 2,address Townshipis: The personal representative’s name andofbusiness 61MICHAEL North, Range 28 West, Daviess County, Missouri, said tract of land being deD ARNOLD, 109 E JACKSON ST, GALLATIN, MO 64640. scribed as follows: at the corner of Section Township All creditors of Commencing said decedent areSoutheast notified to file claims in 2, court within61six North, Range 28 West, County, Missouri;of thence along the line ofof said months from the date Daviess of the first publication this notice or East if a copy this Section North 01 degrees 36 minutes 01 seconds East, 1319.60 feet to the Southnotice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal repreeast corner of the North ½ of the Southeast Quarter of Section 2; thence along the sentative, within two months from11the date 23 it was mailed served, South line then of said tract North 89 degrees minutes seconds West,or1721.24 whichever later,00ordegrees be forever barred00toseconds the fullest permissible feet; thenceisNorth 00 minutes East extent 22.18 feet to the pointby law. Such six-month period two-month periodpublic do not extend the of beginning, said point being and in thesuch centerline of an existing road; thence limitation period that the would bar claims one after the decedent’s death, along said centerline following courses andyear distances; South 89 degrees 21 05 seconds West, 331.55 feet; thence 65 degrees 35 minutes 22 asminutes provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or North any other applicable limitation secondsNothing West, 71.02 feet; thence North52 degrees 32 minutes 06 seconds West, periods. in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any 458.89 feet; thence North 51liability degreesinsurance 08 minutescarrier 21 seconds West, 58.23 feet;ad action against a decedent’s through a defendant thence North 42 degrees 26 minutes 32 seconds West, 82.39 feet; thence North litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. 28 degrees 16 minutes 32 seconds West, 32.50 feet; thence leaving said centerDate the decedent’s death: 02-AUG-2020 line on aofbearing of South 85 degrees 01 minutes 09 seconds East, 516.70 feet; DateSouth of first00publication: SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 thence degrees 21 minutes 30 seconds West, 83.19 feet; thence South 85 degrees 01 minutes 09 seconds East, feet; thence South 05 degreesClerk 09 /s/388.31 JENNIFER HOPPENTHALER, minutes 56ofseconds West, feet to the of beginning; Receipt this notice by 270.02 mail should not bepoint construed by the recipient to indicate

to said debt and costs. thatsatisfy the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and Robert extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from/s/ the files and Cowherd records of Robert Cowherd, Trustee this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced CircuitSubstitute Court. Publish: August 19, 26, September 2 and 9, 2020. Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. Section 1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Jim was born on Oct. 26, 1944, in Tuscola, IL, to Robert and Neva Sears. He received his pharmacy degree from the St. Louis College of Pharmacy in 1967, was a practicing pharmacist for over 30 years, and owned and operated the Pill Box Pharmacy, once located on the east side of the Gallatin business square for several years. In 1967 he married Elizabeth Turigliatto. They raised a son, Jim Jr., and a daughter, Barb. After the death of Liz in 1990 he later married Gina Wray in 1997 who had a daughter, Nicki. Jim loved to travel extensively, and he and Gina visited all 50 states and over 20 countries. He developed a love of good wine and became a board member of his local wine club. He was also a life-long active member of his local Elks Lodge. He was known for his faith, sense of humor and having a tough outer shell but being soft on the inside. Jim was preceded in death by his father Bob, and mother Neva, and his first wife Liz. He is survived by his wife Gina; his two children Jim and Barb; his stepdaughter Nicki; six grandchildren; sister Susan Wilson; and many cousins across the Midwest. Due to COVID-19 circumstances, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Monty Rex Stillwell 1958-2020 Monty Rex Stillwell, 62, of St. Joseph, died Sept. 15, 2020 in St. Joseph. He was born Feb. 9, 1958 in Trenton. He graduated from Tri County High School, Jamesport, class of 1976. He worked at Altec as a welder for over 12 years and was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Monty was preceded in death

by his father, Leonard Rex Stillwell; mother, Martha Ruth Toney; and stepfather. Survivors include sister, Cartha Keep (Regina Lenhart) of St. Joseph, several cousins, and his high school friends. Funeral services were held Sept. 19, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home. Mr. Stillwell was cremated following the services. Carolyn Ann Spiers 1941-2020 Carolyn Ann Spiers, 79, McFall, a former resident of Pattonsburg, died Sept. 19, 2020 at her home. Carolyn, the daughter of Leslie and Crystal (Hartley) Stout, was born April 27, 1941 in Pattonsburg. As a child, she became a member of the Pattonsburg Baptist Church. Carolyn graduated from Pattonsburg High School, class of 1959. Carolyn served as city and utilities clerk for the City of Pattonsburg, retiring in 1999. After the flood in 1993, Carolyn and Max built a new home on the family farm north of McFall. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant brother, Jackie Stout. Survivors include her husband of 61 years Max Spiers of the home; daughters, Sandra (Dwight) Burgess and Susan Spiers; son, Steve (Brenda) Spiers; sister, Arlene (Curly) Gardner; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Memorial service for Carolyn Spiers will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Roberson-Polley Chapel, Albany, with inurnment to follow in the Grandview Cemetery, Albany. The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Friday at the chapel, where friends may call any time after 2 p.m. on Friday. Cards and/

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Adult Sunday School lesson was about Joseph hearing his brother’s remorse for having sold him into slavery, Genesis 42:18-25. Sunday School songs were “Just a Closer Walk With Thee”, “Jesus Loves Me” and “God is so Good.” UMW met on Wednesday. Roll call was “A School Experience I Remember.” Seven ‘thinking of you’ cards were sent to loved ones. Pastor Marilyn gave the program about how friends bring out the best in each other, and presented the UMC Bible quiz. Fifty dollars was given to InterServe for flood disaster victims in south St. Joseph. Kelva Stith was thanked for pretty bracelets she made. Prayer needs are for Myran Mackey, Lindsey Hunter, Kelva Sith and Judy Love.

Friends in Christ

The congregation watched the message virtually from their homes. The message “Shining Through” by Andy Stanley of North Point Church in Atlanta, GA, was based on Acts 12:1-24 and 1 Peter 1:3-9. Praise songs were “Reason to Sing” and “Living Hope.”

Gallatin First Christian

Pastor Kyle Taft’s message on National Back to Church Sunday was based on Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, “When You’ve Fallen in the Pit.” Songs were led by Stacey Maxwell and Troy Elbert. Stacey gave the announcements and opening prayer. The scripture reading was given by Carl Carder. Our worship service is broadcast at 9 a.m. Sundays on Facebook Live and is available the following week on our website, gallatinmofcc.org. Prayer requests include the fam-

or memorial contributions to the Pattonsburg Senior Center may be mailed to Max Spiers at 6001 390th St. McFall, MO 64657. The family would like to request everyone wear casual attire. Lloyd H. Petty 1946-2020 Lloyd Herbert “Herb” Petty, 73, of Alanthus Grove, died Sept. 14, 2020, in Gentry. He was born Dec. 16, 1946, to the late John T. Petty and Mary Blondena (Murphy) Petty in Alanthus Grove. Lloyd graduated from Stanberry High School. He was a student at Northwest Missouri State University. He graduated with a BS degree in psychology in May 1969. Herb served his country honorably in the United State Marine Corps, 4th Battalion, 12th Marines. He was given a Presidential Unit Citation Medal for Operation Hastings during the Vietnam War. After returning, he was a Mason. Herb was and organic farmer and a sheep farmer most of his life. Herb was preceded in death by his parents and stepbrother. Survivors include his ex-wife, Irene (Ackley) Culter, Gallatin; daughter, Cynthia (Petty) Jennings; son, Alanthus ReidTedford, Alanthus Grove; one grandchild; two brothers, Clifford Murphy, and Johnny Petty, Stanberry; four sisters, Kathy (Thatcher) Lee, Stanberry, Sue (Petty) Snead, Albany, Lorri (Petty) Corter, and Gwen (Petty) Miller; one stepbrother and one stepsister. No funeral service will be held, in honor of the deceased’s wishes. A private burial was held in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Wilson Township, Gentry County, on Sept. 14, 2020.

Thank You

eighbors helping neighbors! That’s what our community is all about. Many thanks to those people and businesses that have made donations to the Kickin’ Cancer with Kindness fund this fall to help with transportation expenses to treatments. ~ Kickin’ Cancer with Kindness Committee

ily of J.W. Gann, the family of Monty Rex Stillwell, Dr. Bill Irby, Irene Taul, Glen Burton, and Betty McCulley. A “carry-in” baby shower was sponsored by the Pastoral Relations Committee. Pastor Kyle and Amy received many nice gifts which they opened later in their home. Youth Group grades 5-12 will meet Sunday, Sept. 27, from 6-8 p.m. for fellowship and flashlight tag. A committee planning meeting will be held Oct. 4 following worship.

Lake Viking

Johnny Brown opened the worship service with the congregation singing “His Name is Wonderful”. Robert Nelson’s sermon was “No Other God” from Exodus 20:1-7. Kyle Parkhurst led the choir in a beautiful song and the special music was by Mark Beeson. Saturday, Sept. 19, a Celebration of Life service was held for Jo Hulet. She had been a part of the Lake Viking Church and her presence will be greatly missed. However, we rejoice that she is no longer in pain. The Ladies Bible Study group will meet Wednesday at 10 a.m. The choir will practice at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Youth group meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday and the Adult Bible Study Group will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday School begins at 9 a.m.

and worship service begins at 10 a.m.

Olive Baptist

Brother David’s morning message was “The Coming Of The Son Of Man” from Matthew 24. This Sunday our morning worship service was held outside the church in the parking lot, due to risk of COVID exposure. New officers, leaders, and committee members began last Sunday. This coming Sunday, Sept. 27, we will once again have parking lot service. Sept. 26 our youth will travel to see the “Living History Museum” in Iowa. For more info contact Janelle Leeper.

Seventh-Day Adventist

Sabbath worship began with “Oh, How I love Jesus” with Betty Edwards on piano. Pastor Mike Carner’s welcome included Ezekiel 33:11, “Say to them ‘As I live, says the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked.’” Pastor Carner’s sermon was “A Father’s Tears” explaining how a parent’s love for their child forgives greatly any mistakes. The closing hymn “Marvelous Grace” completed the worship. Vivian Hunsucker began our lesson 12 on “A message worth sharing,” The memory text was from Revelation 14: 6-7. “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” completed our Sabbath and we enjoyed the fellowship lunch after church services.

Judy Carter 1939-2020

Judy Carter, 80, of Sweet Springs, died Sept. 20, 2020 at The Living Center in Marshall surrounded by her family. Memorial services will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020 at Campbell-Lewis Chapel in Concordia with William W. Harlow officiating. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Face masks are strongly encouraged, and social distancing will be observed. Private family inurnment will be held at a later date at Greenwood Cemetery in Gallatin. Memorials are suggested to the No Place Like Home Fund or the Sweet Springs Restoration Foundation. An online guestbook is available at www.campbell-lewis.com. Born Dec. 16, 1939, in Daviess County, the daughter of the late Joseph Spencer Vyrostek and Sylvia Geraldine Oak Vyrostek. Judy graduated from Jameson High School in 1957 and then attended business college in Kansas City. On Feb. 20, 1959, she married Leland Kenneth Carter who survives of the home. In early years, Judy worked at the Federal Reserve Bank in Kansas City, as well as various other businesses through the years, but she was most proud of being a homemaker for her family. She and Leland lived in Sweet Springs most of her life and she could be found lots of times working in her flower garden. Judy coached little league, was a founding member of Sweet Springs Band Boosters and was instrumental in getting girls softball started for the younger girls. She was always active in her children and grandchildren's lives going to their sporting events, their concerts and anything else that they were participating in. Even as active as she was with her family, she still made time to be an active member of the community. She would be found at all the parades, fairs, and anything else that might be going on in Sweet Springs. Judy will be remembered for her quick wit, infectious smile, having such a kind and compassionate spirit, and especially her love for her family. In addition to her husband of 61 years, Leland; she is survived by three children, Cindy Guilford (Vernon) of Raymore, Kevin Carter (Angela) of Lake St. Louis, and Nikki Snider (Danny) of Sweet Springs; grandchildren Shelby, Hunter and Jay Guilford, Jonathan and Grant Carter, Jack Gelineau, and Addison and Blake Snider; one brother, Wayne Vyrostek (Gayle) of Springdale, AR; one sister, Darla Vyrostek of Liberty; as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family. Judy was preceded in death by her parents; one son in infancy, Leland Kenneth Carter Jr.; and two brothers, Steve and Mike Vyrostek. [Paid Obit]

North Missourian, September 23, 2020

Agriculture Custom hay bailing; mow, rake, and big bales. Call Harry for pricing at 660-605-0984. Farmland for sale. 88.7 acres. Road 232 Chillicothe. Just east of railroad tracks. Doug Hughes 660-973-9399 Alfalfa and alfalfa grass mix hay for sale. Large rounds, 3x4x8 large squares, and small squares. Also have 24% wet wrap alfalfa horse quality hay. Small square bales of straw for sale as well. Call 660-654-3175 or 1701. FOR SALE - Grass fed & finished beef, from organically managed pastures, available now; Pastured broilers, organic grained, moved to fresh grass/clover daily, available soon. Jonathan Denlinger, 660-684-6607 CRP/Pasture Clearing With Skid Loaders. Tree/Brush Removal, Fence Removal, Brush Cutting, Food Plots, ATV Trails, Dirt Work, Etc. Call Gabe Buzzard 816-6783918 Farm ground wanted. Competitive rates. Aaron Landes 660-3582682

Automotive 2002 Ford F150 2 Wheel Drive 660-214-0749

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 660-663-3114. Apartments for rent. 1 and 2 bedroom. Good reference and deposit required. 660-707-3862 GALLATIN, MO; Mary Arlene Apartments. 2 BR apartment, 1 bath, stove, refrigerator, trash & water paid, onsite laundry facility. No pets. Rent/deposit $350. Call 660-605-1050. CASE Skid Loader, 85hp, by the day, week or month. Contact Gallatin Truck & Tractor, Inc. 660-6632103 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.

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. Minor to major repairs and rebuilds. Tractors, skid loaders, power units, and more! 28732

State Hwy M, Gallatin. Open Mon.- Fri., 8-5. Ask for Sylvan. For Sale: Farmall H new paint, good tires, excellent condition, good parade tractor. IH 986 good solid, clean tractor, low hours, cold AC. Call 660-659-2537

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Benelli SBE II 12 ga 28” Optifad Timber camo hard case 5 chokes. NEVER FIRED $1500 CASH. MO residents ONLY- ID required. herrfuchs306@outlook.com call/text 660-888-2875

Daviess County Food Bank, 1210 S. Willow, Gallatin. Hours: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Wednesdays. will be conducted Seller Spaces availableAll onbusiness square $10 DPMS Model A-15 .223 w/Konus outside. Please remain in your 3x9 scope. NEVER FIRED. $1000 car. Visit the new Facebook page CASH. MO residents ONLY- ID at Gallatin Adventist Community required. herrfuchs306@outlook. Center and message the page to com call/text 660-888-2875 let them know you are there. Remington Model 783 .243 hvy/ brl. NEVER FIRED. w/Konuspot Services 80 spotting scope. $700 CASH. MO residents ONLY- ID required. YOUR DIRT IS our bread and butherrfuchs306@outlook.com call/ ter. Carpet and upholstery cleantext 660-888-2875 ing. David Baldwin, 816-632-2627 or toll-free 1-888-854-2949.

Help Wanted

Chillicothe: Grand River Health Care currently seeking daytime LPN, PT Med Tech & 2 Dietary Aides. Apply at 118 Trenton Rd, Chillicothe or online at Indeed.

THE HAMILTON BANK checking/ savings accounts, loans, IRA’s and C.O.D.’s. Visit www.hamiltonbank.net or call 816-583-2143. Branch at Lathrop, MO. Member FDIC & Equal Housing Member.

G Bar Fencing; Full-Time Employees. Honest, dependable, & hardworking. Must have dependable transportation & phone. Pay based on work ethic. 816-6328035, Greg Howard.

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MACHINE OPERATOR: T&R SOIL SERVICE has an immediate opening for an Ag fertilizer and chemical application equipment operator. Duties will include but will not limited to operation of application and tendering equipment, will also perform maintenance on equipment and other duties related to the operation. Requirements: Class A CDL & certified applicators license or the ability to obtain. 1-2 years’ experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate. Excellent compensation with comprehensive benefit package. Apply in person at 1001 Industrial Road, Chillicothe or email jonathancooper8@hotmail. com or call 660-646-2589

CUSTOM BUSH HOGGING - 20 ft. brush cutter. Call us to clean your pastures, etc.Peter Beery 660-654-4764

Chillicothe: Grand River Health Care currently seeking CNA and PT Med Tech. Come join our team! Apply at 118 Trenton Rd, Chillicothe or online at Indeed. Management positions available, full and part time. Over 21 only need apply, application may be picked up at Dungy’s Market, 401 N Main St., Gallatin MO.

Lost & Found Lost Dog: Small white Maltese female. Last seen Sept. 18 on Route V heading east toward 190. Reward $300. Ph. 660-9731381 or 660-334-0820.

Notices View area auctions here shomemoreauctions.com These items will be for sale at Henry Troyer’s auction in Jamesport on September, Saturday 26. JD Wagon w/ hoise; 450 JD 9’ mower; new IDEA manure spreader; milk cans; 256 NH hay rake; 255 NH hay rake; 300 gal. poly water tank.

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 660-663-3234, cell 816390-5161

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

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Murder charge dismissed with DWI guilty plea from Hamilton man Robert Vessar of Hamilton pled guilty to amended charges of DWI persistent, E felony, and misdemeanors of unlawfully operated ATV and no valid license. The case was heard by Judge Ryan Horsman on Sept. 16 in Daviess County Circuit Court. A charge of second degree murder was dismissed with the amended information. Vessar was arrested April 2, 2018, and charged with murder second degree, DWI aggravated, unlawfully operating ATV on highway, and no valid license,

after a Pattonsburg man was fatally injured in an accident in Winston. Dallas Allen, 30, was pronounced deceased at the scene of the accident which involved two ATVs. A 10-year-old girl also received minor injuries in the crash. Vessar had been set for a jury trial on Sept. 24, 2020. With Vessar’s guilty plea to the amended charges, and the dismissal of the murder charge, the jury trial is vacated. A sentence assessment report was ordered with sentencing set for Nov. 4.

Blue Springs man charged with vehicle theft at Pattonsburg gas station; bond at $10,000 Larry L. Leek, Blue Springs, was charged Sept. 18 with stealing a motor vehicle. According to the probable cause statement, Trooper K.L. Ebersold responded to an alarm call at the 110 Services LLC gas station in Pattonsburg at 4:57 a.m. on Aug. 31, 2020. As the trooper pulled into the parking lot, a maroon Ford Escape began traveling around the opposite side of the gas station at a rapid rate. The trooper met the vehicle at the northeast side of the gas station. Leek, the driver of the Escape, was detained by the trooper. A computer check did not indicate that the vehicle was stolen. Upon the arrival of Daviess County Deputy Larry Adams, who stayed with Leek, Trooper Ebersold entered the gas station and observed a cash register drawer on the floor behind the counter and an audible alarm sounding. The owner of the gas station was contacted for video footage. The footage showed two people who entered the store, but neither was Leek. The trooper determined that Leek was no longer a suspect for the burglary of the gas station and released him. Deputy Adams continued with the investigation of the burglary. At 11 a.m. Trooper Ebersold was advised that the Ford Escape being driven by Leek had been reported stolen by the Altoona, IA, police department. The entry

Bethany man charged with rape, assault at Gallatin residence Ryan Kampman, 42, Bethany, was charged Sept. 18 with second degree rape, sodomy or attempted sodomy, and first and third degree assault in connection with two incidents which occurred in Gallatin. According to court documents, Kampman assaulted a 34-year-old victim at a Gallatin residence on March 14 and May 20 of this year. Both assaults resulted in serious injuries to the victim. According to Kampman, he and the victim had been in a “friends with benefits” relationship for approximately five years. The relationship became abusive after Kampman and his wife divorced in June 2019. Kampman’s ex-wife has a full order of protection against him. The victim is seeking an ex-parte order of protection. Kampman has a history of domestic assault and had been on probation for third degree assault of a co-worker. Kampman was taken to Daviess DeKalb County Regional Jail, and bond was denied.

of the theft was not made until 10:35 a.m. which meant that the vehicle did not come up stolen when the trooper first requested the information. Leek is currently on probation for tampering with motor vehicle, and was restricted by terms of his probation from being in Iowa where the vehicle was stolen. A warrant was issued for Leek’s arrest with bond set at $10,000.

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What is COVID-19 Contact Tracing? by Cheryl Alexander, Administrator Daviess County Health Department

I have had many people ask what is “contact tracing” and why does the health department need to know who a positive COVID-19 person has been around. When we have a positive COVID-19 case that person is quarantined for 10 days but anyone they have had a close contact to is quarantined for 14 days. For COVID-19, a close contact is anyone who was within six feet of an infected person for at least 15 minutes. An infected person can spread COVID-19 starting from 48 hours (or two days) before the person has any symptoms or tests positive for COVID-19. Why is it important for me to stay home if I am quarantined? Isolation helps slow the spread of COVID-19 and can help keep your family, friends, neighbors, and others healthy. Often, we see a close contact have symptoms and become positive within 2-14 days. This starts the contact tracing all over again if that person has not stayed home as requested. The health department will call all close contacts of a positive COVID-19 case given to us. Please do the best you can to cooperate with my nurses and other staff. They are simply doing their job to help protect the community. This is not pleasant for many families and places a hardship on some families if they cannot go to work. Remember this is not just about us, it is about others and how easily this virus can spread as we have seen over the past few weeks since our county has jumped from 30 cases to over 90 in a very short time.

Even though not everyone needs to be tested, it is important to get tested to rule out COVID-19 if you are symptomatic. If you do get tested, you and your close contacts should self-quarantine/isolate at home pending test results and follow the advice of your health care provider or a public health professional. The best way to stop the spread is to distance at least six feet, wash your hands or sanitize often, do not touch your face, and wear a mask especially if you cannot distance or if it is requested by a business. That business is trying to protect their employees. Please do not gather together in large crowds that cannot socially distance. Call the health department if you have questions. Our mission is to keep our community safe and healthy. 660-663-2414. Prevention important at gatherings Fall weather has arrived, and although the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) encourages taking activities outdoors during the COVID-19 pandemic, this does not imply that prevention measures should be ignored. “As Gov. Parson and I say each week, COVID-19 is still here among us,” said Dr. Randall Williams, director of DHSS. “We want people to be able to engage in enjoyable activities, but do so safely to avoid the virus being spread which will only lead to more illness and social isolation.” Williams repeats prevention measures: practice social distancing (6 feet); if you can’t maintain this distance, be sure to wear a mask. He also stresses the importance of proper handwashing or the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizer.