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Gallatin Theater League (GTL) made its return to the Gallatin Chautauqua this year with “Double Take at Beatrice’s Boardin’ House.” Fifty percent of the proceeds from the shows was donated to the Active Aging Resource Center in Gallatin for the Meals on Wheels program. GTL donated $865 to the program. Pictured are Amy McMahon, GTL President, and Deanna Lewis, Active Aging Administrator.

Charges against David Byrns, the former CEO of Putnam County Memorial Hospital in Unionville, have been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri, and further proceedings will be held in the Middle District of Florida.

Byrns agreed to plead guilty to federal criminal charges of conspiracy to commit health care fraud.

Byrns’ fraud came to light after a 2017 audit of Putnam County Memorial Hospital found $90 million in illegal billings were passed through the 15-bed hospital in northern Missouri. It marks the largest fraud exposed in the history of the State Auditor’s Office.

State Auditor Nicole Galloway released a statement on Oct. 2 after Byrns agreed to plead guilty to the charges: “This all began with our audit of a small county-owned hospital. Our work helped expose a nationwide conspiracy that led to

these federal criminal charges,” Auditor Galloway said.

“Health care fraud impacts costs for all Missourians and underscores the importance of holding those responsible ac-

countable. Over the past two years, my office has worked with law enforcement throughout the nation to ensure that those responsible for these crimes are punished.”

Hacking boys finish Eagle Scout projects Gabriel and Zayden Hacking have recently completed two different Eagle Scout projects.

Gabriel completed a project for the Active Aging Resource Center. As his project, he organized pulling the weeds, laying down black plastic and shoveling gravel to clean up the back porch of the center. Additionally, his project included patching and painting the stucco walls on the east and north sides of the building.

Zayden’s Eagle project was for the Gallatin Theater League and included cleaning up the porch area and cleaning out the storage building attached to the theater’s main building. He organized pulling weeds, laying black plastic, and placing gravel. He also leveled and reset the stairs leading into the back door of the theater.

The boys received assistance

Justin Baker and Will Jarboe caught this big fish ...and rescued drowning men

Gallatin Boy Scouts Gabriel and Zayden Hacking

from 17 volunteers. The main cleanup was completed in approximately five hours.

The boys noted that their projects would not have been successful without help from friends and family, and support from the Gallatin Theater League, and Active Aging Resource Center.

Gabriel has participated in the Cub Scout and Boy Scout programs since he was 8 years old. Zayden joined Boy Scouts when he was 12. They are both 14 years old. They are part of Boy Scout troop 96.

The boys are the sons of Ben and Mary Hacking of Gallatin.

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by Brendan Crowley/GateHouse Missouri

A group of friends on a fishing trip on the Missouri River ended up catching more than expected when they saved two men Sept.

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B&S Equipment moving to Gallatin Industrial Park A lack of space and parking, and Mother Nature’s mood swings have prompted B&S Equipment Auctions to seek a new and more accommodating location for their business, according to Shay Esbeck.

“We decided to purchase property in the Gallatin Industrial Park in order to assist our customers in the most professional manner, and provide the best outlet for selling their

equipment,” Mr. Esbeck said.

“The acreage will be the future B&S Equipment Sales Auction yard.

The south building is a shop where the Esbecks will work on their own equipment and which will be available for customers needing to repair their equipment. Three mechanics are planned to be on staff at all times.

The building to the north is a power wash-

ing building. The Esbecks will wash their own equipment, and will also allow custom power washing jobs, for combines, dozers, tractors, semis, etc.

“Lots of dirt work and grade work has to happen prior to moving out there,” says Mr. Esbeck. “It is a work in progress.”

B&S Equipment plans to be moved to the Industrial Park by February of 2020.

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group of rescuers included two 2003 Gallatin R-5 High School graduates, Will Jarboe and Justin Baker.

“It was the first time we’d ever been there,” said Justin.

“Will and I were the only Gallatin boys. Everybody else was from the Columbia area.”

Some of the friends were in two fishing boats on the river setting trotlines and jig rigs for catfish. Others of the group, including Caleb Wilson, watched from their camp at the landing.

Two women from Jefferson City, Gin Berry and Mindy Smith, began shouting from the northeast shore and waving their arms for help. Apparently the women had been walking along the Katy Trail when they saw two men in the water.

Apparently the two men had been walking the Katy Trail and got to the trestle bridge that crosses the Little Bonne Femme Creek where it empties into the river. The two women and the two men belonged to separate parties and it is unclear how the two men wound up in the river.

The two fishing boats sped

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Oct. 2, 2019

No rewrite needed Next Tuesday, Oct. 8, is Columbus Day. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt proclaimed the first federal holiday in April, 1934. Maybe the observance makes you grumble as you go to work while others enjoy it as one of the 10 federal holidays in this country. But regardless of which day or any workday reality, we do well to consider Columbus.

What we celebrate is the spirit of pioneers, the spirit of adventure that Columbus personifies. Some modern historians want to rewrite what happened in yesteryear. But what he accomplished is not diminished, even if we question which Off the Editor’s Spike... European landed first on the Americas.

Pioneers, in any age, are not viewed as practical people. Columbus refused to be bound by the customs and thinking of his times. He sailed off into the vast unknown, certain only that it was risky business.

Columbus followed his dream. He

by Darryl Wilkinson faced ridicule and doubt. He sailed a ferocious sea, on ships filled with fearful men. What he eventually found was not what he expected to find. It took more men and more time for the world to realize the benefits of his courage and vision.

Pioneering is often seen as a waste of the taxpayers’ dollars. We’d rather spend our money on a sure thing, on something practical. That was the case when many thought the earth was flat, and it still holds true today as we consider more exploration in outer space or the depths of the oceans.

We celebrate Columbus Day for his unique place in history, a man eventually recognized as a pioneer, a discoverer, and a hero following his return to Spain in 1493. But he was not perfect.

Yes, there were already natives living in this land when Columbus claimed this New World for a foreign power. The fate of the native peoples Columbus found here turned cruel; Columbus called them savages and history records how these peoples lost their rightful heritage. Columbus brought disease and death to these peoples. He corrupted their morals. His discovery brought deceit, destruction and death.

In a more advanced society, Columbus might have known better; or perhaps not. He lived in a different century under a different set of rules. Our rules today don’t apply to Columbus. And, frankly, our enlightenment isn’t always targeting the right things. Many “heroes” today, too, are flawed – greedy CEOs, sports millionaires with criminal records, immoral movie stars and such.

Columbus staked his life on what he believed: the world is round.

He acted appropriately for his day, claiming new land for his country.

He treated native peoples humanely. He had no concept or control over disease or how his actions would negatively impact others (he was concerned about survival). His life changed the world.

Let’s recognize Columbus Day for what it is. No rewrite is necessary. Perhaps those wanting to rewrite history should be less concerned about what happened yesterday and more concerned about what is happening in our world today.

October is a lady

by Dr. Don Kuehle

October is a beautiful lady. She invites us to visit awhile, to learn from her the secrets of the good life.

“O suns and skies and clouds of June; and flowers of June together.

Ye cannot rival for one hour October’s bright blue weather.” ...Helen Hunt Jackson

October reminds us that there is bounteous beauty in the world, if only we would take the time to see it. October’s bright blue skies provide the perfect background for the rapidly changing colors. The orange and gold speak to us of the richness of God-given light that brightens every day, that points us in the right way, and that frightens the darkness away. The myriad shades of green sparkle with life, God-given life in all its shades and shapes. The red reminds us of the sacrifice Jesus made for us all on the cross. The brown colors represent the death and decay that surrounds us and haunts our every step. The purple shouts to us: “Death is not the end. God has spoken the final word, resurrection!” Look for the beauty in the world, and in the people we meet daily. Take time with October to celebrate the beauty and wonder of life!

“There is something in October that sets the gypsy blood astir.” ...Bliss Carman

October calls us to follow her on an adventurous treasure-hunt.

It’s risky business. Yet, there is something about searching for treasure that stirs our emotions. There are treasures deep within us that lie undiscovered. Each of us has hopes and dreams that we’ve never shared or revealed. We all have some talent or ability that we’ve hidden away or left undeveloped. Also, there are treasures of friendship and love all around us that lie hidden from view. Every person wants, needs, to be loved. Every person wants, needs, a close friend. Why is it, then, that there are so many people who are friendless and unloved? What treasures might we discover if only we were willing to risk reaching out to these people, offering them our friendship and love. October challenges us to be more adventurous, to take more risks, and in the process to become more enthusiastic about living.

“Listen! the wind is rising, and the air is filled with leaves.

We have had our summer evenings, now for October eves.” ...Humbert Wolfe

October is a beautiful and courageous lady. She is not afraid of the end of life. October knows that this time will soon come to an end. She is prepared for whatever might happen. The year, and life, is winding down. October faces these times with peace and calm. Days are windy and blustery. Storm clouds rush across the sky. Nation wars against nation; brother against brother. We are caught up in the whirlwind of terrorism and strife. The air is filled with falling leaves.

People we know are dying. The world as we know it is falling apart.

October, however, has learned a great truth. She has faith amidst rising winds and blowing leaves that God is still present, God still cares, and God is still in control. That’s why October can face the future with peace and calm. And so can we.

October is a beautiful lady. Now is the time to get to know her better, and to learn from her the life-lessons she can teach us.

A sham impeachment charade

by Congressman Sam Graves

There are folks just down the road from me who haven’t been able to get into their houses since March. Think about that for a minute: there are families who haven’t been able to return home for going on six months now.

Historic flooding, caused in part by failed river management policies, have decimated folks along the Missouri River. They aren’t alone. Most of North Missouri has seen historic flooding this year and the recovery process continues.

We should be focusing on what we can do to ensure that folks are able to get back on their feet after this year’s flooding, as well as looking closely at how we manage the river, so we don’t see floods like this ever again. Instead, we’re now mired in a sham impeachment charade.

Many House Committees, at the direction of Speaker Nancy Pelosi, are now shirking actual business to instead go after President Trump. That even includes the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee where I serve as Ranking Member. In addition to finding solutions to our country’s infrastructure problems, the Transportation Committee is tasked with overseeing FEMA. That’s a pretty important endeavor in light of what has happened this year in North Missouri.

Yet, this week, instead of holding a hearing on the legislation I’ve introduced to fix the river management problems on the Missouri River or ensuring that disaster recovery and relief efforts are functioning properly, my colleagues on the other

side of the aisle chose to hold a hearing on the Old Post Office lease -- a desperate attempt to attack the President and sideline the good work of our committee.

That’s right -- even the Transportation Committee is looking for dirt on President Trump.

Congress shouldn’t be abandoning its responsibilities to play political games. We’ve voted three times on impeachment and it’s been defeated every time. However, Speaker Pelosi continues to try to find a way around the actual impeachment process in an effort to undermine President Trump.

We cannot let this charade based on third-hand accounts get in the way of more important things like ensuring disaster relief is properly distributed, passing good trade deals such as USMCA, and improving our country’s infrastructure. It’s time to get back to the work we were sent here to do.

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Getting on Missouri’s ‘No-Call’ list

by State Sen. Dan Hegeman

As the number of cell phones grows, so does the amount of people who get calls from numbers they do not know, or those that just look suspicious. Fortunately, Missouri has a way to keep those unwanted calls from reaching us.

Many years ago, the first NoCall List was released. This list allows citizens of our state to sign up and keep calls the do not

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According to the Missouri attorney general’s office, there are more than 4 million phone lines currently registered on the NoCall List. It is simple to find out if you are already on this list, or register to be on it. You can also file complaints against telemarketers or get more information

about the list itself by going to ago.mo.gov/civil-division/consumer/no-call.

This is one of the better services offered by our state government, and I highly recommend taking the time to check the list or register to be on it. It will make a big difference, especially when you are sitting down for dinner, which is usually when these types of calls occur.

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Harry Truman’s statehouse legacy, despite insults A recent visit my wife and I paid to Harry S. Truman’s library and museum in Independence caused me to reminisce about Truman’s legacy in Missouri’s statehouse. It’s a complicated story about how the bust of the state’s only U.S. President has been handled in the state Capitol.

When I began covering the statehouse, Truman’s bust had a special position in Capitol building. It was located on the main floor, overlooking Missouri’s great seal underneath the rotunda. That location made the bust one of the first things Capitol visitors saw when they entered the building.

But no longer!

Increasingly, the state administration allows private groups to use the rotunda for private ceremonies and rallies. To facilitate these private events, a gray wall-board panel was installed that blocked the rotunda exit where Truman’s bust was located. In front of the panel was a stage for speakers. So rather than Capitol visitors, Truman faced a wall just a few inches from his face.

Initially, that wall board obscuring Turman’s bust was temporary for

rotunda events. In recent years, it’s become nearly permanent. Finally, Truman’s bust was moved from behind the wall, but to a less prominent position.

It’s now on a side wall of the entrance through which visitors pass. But it’s a far less prominent position located behind a barricade for screenby Phill ing visitors.

Brooks The move may not have been the first insult to our state’s only U.S. president.

In the House Lounge are Thomas Hart Benton’s murals of Missouri’s history. One scene is of Kansas City area’s political boss and subsequent convicted felon Tom Pendergast presiding over a meeting as if he was a political king. In the audience of that scene sits a person who sure looks like Truman.

A Capitol historian has told me that’s actually not Truman, but another Kansas City politician. But an elderly guide at the Truman museum in Independence told me Truman’s portrayal in the Capitol was the cause of Truman’s initial resistance to having Benton paint a mural for the entrance

Rescue in the Missouri River toward the two women who were shouting for help. Justin Baker and Benjamin Miller were in one fishing boat. Will Jarboe, Wendell Gourley and Greg Gerlemann (the husband of Will’s sister Katie) were in another boat.

“About halfway across the river, we start seeing heads in the water,” Will said. “We quickly realized this had become a rescue.”

“Will was driving and sped over there,” said Justin. “Greg threw the lifeline to one of the men and he was able to stay above the water.”

The second man was struggling and had gone under three times, Justin said. “The one we picked up was actually drowning,” he recalled. “He went under the water and it was a good minute before he came back up. Ben was driving the boat. I had my hands down in the water. I saw his hand in the water and was able to grab him and pull him in.”

“They said it was like pulling a 250-pound dead octopus out of

to Truman’s museum founded about two decades after the Capitol murals were painted.

It says something about Truman, I think, that he ultimately agreed to have Benton paint his library’s mural that portrays the early exploration of the Midwest and interaction with native Americans.

The guide told me that part of the reason Truman agreed was the friendship the two men developed enjoying Truman’s favorite drink, bourbon.

That recollection reminded me of my last night as a reporter in the U.S. Capitol. Visiting the Capitol with my wife that night, I ran into the historic House doorkeeper, ‘Fishbait’ Miller.

His real name was William Miller, but everyone knew him as Fishbait.

Fishbait took us to the House speaker’s hideaway room where he said Truman and a small group of senators were enjoying his favorite drink when he got the message that Franklin Roosevelt had died making Truman

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the water,” Wilson said.

The man was breathing, but he was not in good shape. When they pulled him onto the boat, he didn’t move — just lay prostrate on the deck, Will said.

“He was in pretty bad shape,” Justin said. “He was not moving much at all. Then I saw he was still breathing. I asked him if he wanted to sit up, but he didn’t say anything. I just hovered over him in the boat so he wouldn’t fall out.”

Berry and Smith, the two women who had shouted for help, called for an ambulance while the anglers made the rescue.

An ambulance was waiting when they got back to Cooper’s Landing. Caleb Wilson called it the quickest response he’d ever seen. The ambulance, seeing that the men were out of danger, called off the fire district’s response, Assistant Chief Gale Blomenkamp said. Other rescue boats arrived about 10 minutes later.

“It wouldn’t have been a rescue then, it would’ve been an aquatic recovery,” Wilson said.

The two women who shouted from the shore were credited.

If it wasn’t for them, the fishers never would have known the two men were in trouble, they said.

“If the two girls hadn’t seen them, it wouldn’t have been as cool of a story,” Justin said.

“It’s a wonder things worked out the way they did,” Will said.

“Had we not been going over to Ben and Justin, we would’ve gone up river to check lines.”

The rescuers never learned the men’s names.

“We haven’t heard anything from them,” said Justin.

When they got back to the landing, Will made sure everyone was okay. But it was getting dark and they still had lines to check, so they peeled out and headed back upriver, he said.

All-in-all, it was a successful outing for the men. Along with saving two lives, they caught a 78-pound blue catfish, Will said.

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our country’s next president.

From my tour of Truman’s library, I had another thought about his lost legacy for Missouri.

From the museum, I learned that Truman held a news conference with reporters an average of every nine days. I was not surprised. One of my journalism mentors who covered Truman as a photographer, the late Jack Hackethorn, described with joy Truman’s candor and access. But that legacy of access and candor by the only president from Missouri has faded in recent Missouri governors and state administrations.

I miss greeting Harry Truman’s bust every day I came into the Capitol. I also miss governors and state administrators of years past who followed the adage of Truman’s Oval Office House desk sign, that “The Buck Stops Here.”

For recent state administrations, the sign could be, “The Buck Stops With My Spokespersons.”

Editor’s note: Phill Brooks has been a Missouri statehouse reporter since 1970, making him dean of the statehouse press corps. He is the statehouse correspondent for KMOX Radio, director of MDN and an emeritus faculty member of the Missouri School of Journalism. He has covered every governor since Warren Hearnes.

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Pumpkin patch has mind of its own Does anything signal the arrival of Autumn more than pumpkins? Fall is is in the air — and on the ground — at the Belshe Farm. “I just threw the whole pumpkins down by the chicken house,” says Lana Belshe.

“The pumpkins are growing everywhere. I even had one grow on an old lawnmower.” Lana and her husband Larry live just south of Gallatin on Highway 13. Lana says she is going to set the pumpkins from her pumpkin patch outside for their ornamental value...the bright orange pumpkins are a staple for decorations this time of year.

Active Aging Resource Center Oct. 1: BINGO at 10:30; Oct. 1: Blood Pressure checks 11-12 How would you like to help save a life? Support our Meals on Wheels program by sponsoring a senior. Your tax-deductible donation of $100 will provide Meals on Wheels to a frail older adult for one month, $300 will provide for three months, and $1,200 will provide for a year. Help our older adults stay healthy in Daviess County. Mail checks to Active Aging Resource Center, P O Bo 272, Gallatin, MO, 64640, or stop by 109 S Main Street in Gallatin to drop off your donation.

We would like to express appreciation to the Chautauqua Committee for a great weekend and thank you to all who pur-

chased tickets or made a donation to our quilt raffle which raised $224. Linda Houghton was the lucky winner of the patriotic quilt made by Pat Yost and donated by Burl and Doris Tranbarger.

Menus Oct. 7-11 Monday: goulash and garlic bread, broccoli, carrots, strawberries and bananas; Tuesday: pork chop, mashed potatoes, California blend, Mandarin oranges; Wednesday: chicken fillet on bun with lettuce and tomato, vegetable blend, apple sauce; Thursday: vegetable beef soup, green beans, cornbread, cottage cheese, fruit; Friday: tuna noodle casserole, peas, biscuit, carrots, peaches.

Entries accepted to Trenton Parade, scheduled for Oct. 19 with cash prizes Entries for the 2019 Missouri Day Festival Parade are now being accepted. The parade, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 19, will feature marching bands, colorful floats, antique cars and tractors, equestrian units and many special guests.

Parade judging will award prize money in 10 categories including: “Spirit of Missouri Days” with a $200 grand prize, a second place entry to the “Spirit of Missouri Days,” Best Business Entry, Best Organizational Entry, Best Religious Entry, Best Youth Entry, Best Car or Truck Pre 1960, Best Car or Truck Post 1960, Best Equestrian Entry, and the Best Tractor Entry.

Prize money for the additional entries will range from $50 to $100.

One entry may be eligible for more than one prize.

Entries must be made via the Trenton Chamber of Commerce website then clicking on the Missouri Day Festival and Parade Information.

All political entries are required to pay $25; there is no charge for other entries, however, any donations will be accepted to defray parade costs.

The theme of the 35th annual Missouri Day Festival Parade is “Missouri Day Embraces the Past, Looks to the Future” and is once again sponsored by the Trenton Rotary Club.

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Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE), is looking to spread solar generation across the state in a new way. As part of the Neighborhood Solar program made possible by a law passed by the Missouri General Assembly in 2018, Ameren Missouri will install solar generation facilities in parking lots, on roofs and in available open spaces across the state. Ideal partners in this program are non-profit organizations, schools, institutions or other non-residential locations that act as a gathering spot in the community.

“Ameren Missouri’s Neighborhood Solar program is about more than generating renewable energy, it’s about impact. We’re measuring that impact in a number of ways, including increased job training, education and investments in renewable energy in the Missouri communities we serve and call home,” said Matt Forck, vice president of community, economic development and energy solutions, Ameren Missouri.

Interested organizations can learn more and fill out an application at AmerenMissouri.com/ NeighborhoodSolar.

Initial sites for the program may be chosen as soon as December with construction targeted to begin in the early part of 2020. As many as seven sites are planned to be built as part of this first application process. Ameren Missouri plans to spend at least $14 million on the program.

The Ameren Missouri customer count in Daviess County is 309; those customers live in Altamont, Pattonsburg and Winston.

Berrys celebrate 55th anniversary Max and Beverly Berry of Gallatin celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on Oct. 3, 2019. They were united in marriage on Oct. 3, 1964, at the First Baptist Church in Gallatin by Beverly’s father, the Rev. Ralph Hughs, and Rev. Owen Moody. Max and Beverly have five children, Belinda (Charles) Cameron, Nichelle (Charley) Cameron, Stacey (Rodney) Cameron, Stephen (Nikki) Berry and Philip Berry; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Their children will be hosting a private celebration. If you would like to wish Max and Beverly a happy anniversary, cards may be sent to P.O. Box 355, Gallatin, MO 64640.

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Saving tree seeds and insuring success

By Tim Baker, MU Regional Horticulturist

Two people were injured in an accident that happened at about 10:30 a.m. on Sept. 30 in Clinton County, about two miles south of Cameron.

According to the highway patrol, the crash occurred as Dana Beck, 35, Winston, was driving a 2014 Ford Fusion eastbound on NE 326th Street. She turned into the path of Elaine Davis, 68, Kingston. Ms. Davis was driving a 2008 Chevrolet Impala southbound on Highway 69. Her vehicle struck Ms. Beck’s vehicle on the driver’s side. Both vehicles came to rest, partially blocking Hwy. 69.

Dana Beck received moderate injuries and was transported

by Cameron Ambulance to Liberty Hospital.

Ms. Davis received minor injuries and was transported by Cameron Ambulance to Cameron Regional Hospital. Both drivers were wearing a seat belt.

The Ford had moderate damage and the Chevrolet had extensive damage. The accident was investigated by Tpr. J.W. Smith, assisted by Cpl. R.A. Sherman and Tpr. T.M. Royster.

Dedicated gardeners are often people who love to try new things. New plants, new varieties of familiar plants, new techniques ... they are always looking for a better way to grow a garden, orchard, or landscape plants. Often this experimental nature expresses itself in starting woody plants from seed. This not only provides plants at a very low cost, but gives a greater sense of accomplishment, having raised the plant from a seedling.

For those of us with of a severe case of this experimental disposition, fall weather brings on the temptation to save seeds from anything in sight. Fall is the time when most species have mature seed, and this is our main window of opportunity for seed gathering. To insure success when planting them, seeds should be given proper handling.

If they are gathered and stored in less-than-optimal conditions, germination rates may be poor when you plant them.

Actually, the best way to “store” them is to immediately plant them where you want them to grow. This duplicates the natural cycle that the tree would go through, with a little extra help

Ameren applies for 46 cent charge Union Electric Company d/b/a Ameren Missouri has filed an application with the Missouri Public Service Commission seeking to establish a renewable energy standard rate adjustment mechanism (RESRAM) charge on the monthly bills of its electric customers.

According to the application, a residential customer using 1,041 kWh (kilowatt-hours) of electricity a month would see a RESRAM charge of approximately $0.46 a month.

Applications to intervene and participate in this case must be filed no later than Oct. 25, 2019, with the Secretary of the Missouri Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 360, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102, or by using the Commission’s Electronic Filing and Information System (EFIS) at www.psc.mo.gov .

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NCMC Teacher Education students recently visited the Baker School located at the Grundy County Museum. Pictured are students Destiny Sanders of Tarkio, Jacqueline Gentzell of Lathrop, Anna Clariday of Braymer, Caitlyn Cothern of Chillicothe, Tori Young of Pleasant Hill, Tanner Lent of Chillicothe, Brooke Leeper of Princeton, and Dustin Cannon of Gilman City. (Photo courtesy of Phil Schlarb)

NCMC education students visit Baker North Central Missouri College Teacher Education students have been studying the history of American Education.

As part of their study, the students recently visited the Baker School, located on the Grundy County Museum campus, which is Grundy County’s last remaining one-room school. Retired NCMC Professor Emeritus, Phil Schlarb, welcomed students and provided a short presentation on the operation of one-room

schools, and the classroom experiences of students that attended Baker School.

“The students really enjoyed this opportunity,” said Cassie Cordray, NCMC Teacher Education Instructor. “Mr. Schlarb took students back in time and allowed them to experience the atmosphere of a one-room school. We are very fortunate to have this historic building within walking distance of our campus.”

on your part. Be aware that some seeds may have extra germination requirements, so this method could delay germination if those requirements are not met.

If you need to store them indoors, place them in the refrigerator in a jar with a tight lid or in a sealed plastic bag. Keep them there until you are ready to plant in the spring.

If you are storing seeds that are surrounded by a fleshy fruit or berry, be sure to remove the fleshy part before storage. You can do this manually, or by letting the seeds sit in water for a few days until the fruit begins to decompose. This will allow the easy removal of the seed, but it is messy and is definitely smelly.

The reason that you should keep the seeds in the refrigerator is that many seeds have a built-in period of dormancy. In the outdoors, this keeps them from germinating immediately in the fall, and going into winter as a young plant. These seeds must receive a certain number of hours at chilling temperatures before they will successfully germinate. Winter-long storage in the refrigerator will satisfy this requirement. Planting outdoors immediately after harvest will do this as well, and is less work.

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Issues with courthouse heating system to be addressed Jay Hart, Grand Louise Taylor and Jennifer to introduce himself and check River Heating & Williams, Gallatin Garden Club, if his agreement with the county Cooling, met with met with the commission to dis- is working out, and if they had COMMISSION the commission to cuss options for a permanent any questions. The commission discuss issues with planter for the courthouse lawn stated all is working smoothly. the heating system. Water is that they would maintain.

Discussion was held regardgetting trapped in the radiators Judy Smith, Senior Services ing the nursing home lease and and causes banging noises. An Tax Board, met with the com- issues. The issue was continued effort will be made to see that mission to introduce herself and until next week. all radiators are leveled ap- meet the commissioners. She is The commission discussed propriately. Debris is building also available to help them with the only bid received for the up in the pipes and needs to be economic development in Da- county audit. David Cox made moved through the system. Jay viess County. a motion to accept the bid from will create a trap that can be David Roll and Robert Mazur, Daniel Jones & Associates for drained when it gets full; this is Emergency Management Agen- $15,600 to audit 2017 and 2018 a top priority. When these items cy, met with the commission to fiscal years; Wayne Uthe secare completed, Jay will continue discuss ongoing SEMA disaster onded, and the motion passed. with the heating system inspec- documentation. David Roll also Discussion was held regardtion and get it ready for winter discussed ongoing issues with a ing the 2019 MoDOT bridge inuse. The commission expressed local emergency group. Discus- spections. MoDOT will meet their approval to continue with sion was held regarding employ- with the commission next week needed repairs and service. ment and insurance consider- at 9 a.m. to begin the process.

James Lewis, bridge super- ations for his position.

Jason Smith, coroner, previsor, updated the commission The commission spoke by sented the commission with his on ongoing work. The road crew phone with Greg Lewis, Program training certificate for 20 hours will be working in Grand River, Delivery Manager for FEMA, of training for 2019.

Jefferson and Marion townships regarding the current disaster Discussion was held regardthis week. declaration. He informed them ing the option to be included in Discussion was held regard- they would receive a phone call the state 911 prepaid telecoming cleaning issues. A closed this morning from his office. Teri munications pool. The issue was session was held from 8:44-9:03 Jenkins, FEMA, called the com- continued until next week. a.m. to discuss personnel. Fol- mission to discuss the county’s Reviews for the Accounting/ lowing closed session, Wayne losses under this disaster dec- Internal Controls and ProcureUthe made a motion to termi- laration, and the process to file ment Policies were continued nate Todd Miller, custodian, for assistance. The next meet- until next week. effective immediately, with two ing will be the “Kick Off MeetDiscussion was held regardweeks severance pay; David ing” and will be held Oct. 2 at ing opting out of the opiate litiCox seconded, and the motion 10 am in the commission court. gation class action lawsuit. The passed. David Cox made a mo- The county and all other entities issue was continued until next tion to terminate Bill Haggard, that experienced flood damage week. brush mower, effective immedi- for April 29 through July 15 need In the afternoon the commisately, with two weeks severance to get their pictures, GPS coor- sioners checked roads, culverts, pay; Wayne Uthe seconded, and dinates, and documents com- bridges, brush and noxious the motion passed. weeds in Jefferson and Union pleted as soon as possible.

Drew Andrade, Advanced Steve McFee, Jefferson Townships.

Drainage Systems, Inc., met Township, sent word to the comThe meeting adjourned at 5 with the commission to let them mission that he needs a 30-day p.m. This information is taken know what road tube options his extension for his brush cutting. from the minutes of the Sept. company can provide.

The extension was granted to 25, 2019, meeting of the DaJeannie Cunningham, Mike Oct. 3. A final 30-day extension viess County Commission. All Keith Insurance, met with the is possible with commission ap- commissioners were present. commission to discuss upcom- proval.

The minutes from the previous ing health insurance rates for Royce Brock, Washington meeting were approved. Bills the 2019-20 coverage year. In- Township, and Lanny Morrow, were approved. surance rates for BCBS will Sheridan Township, reported to Cases bound over again increase this year, ap- the commission that their brush from the Associate proximately 10%. The commis- cutting was complete and ready Division: State vs. sion will check for what other to be checked.

Amber Clevenger, coverage might be comparable.

Kyle Stith, Stith Family FuJamesport, possesTHIS INCIDENT SUMMARY DOES NOT INCLUDE ROUTINE PATROL ACTIVITIES The issue was continued until neral Home & Cremation Sersion of controlled substance, Oct. 16. vices, met with the commission COUNTY

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Joscelynn Russell, Fair Play, two D felony counts of possession of controlled substance, two D felony counts of endangering welfare of child involving drugs, D misdemeanor counts of unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana.

Civil cases filed: Clara Sutton vs. Robert Dennis Jess Sutton, both of Jamesport, dissolution of marriage; Shannon Hibler, Pattonsburg, vs. Director of Revenue, petition to review license revocation.

Associate Division Civil Court Promissory Note: A default judgment was entered for

OneMain Financial Group and against Zachariah L. Mullins, et al.

Suits on account: A consent judgment was entered for Capital One Bank and against Tony W. Brinnen et al. Default judgments were entered for Capital One and against Linda G. Warford; and for Midwestern Health Management and against Tracey L. Hackett.

Other contract: A default judgment was entered for Crescent Bank and Trust and against Brendon Cosgrove.

Marriage Todd Glenn Stowell, 36, and Amanda Kristeen Shindledecker, 26, both of Pattonsburg, were married Sept. 27, 2019, by Judge Daren Adkins.

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Trenton woman charged with 4 felonies, 2 misdemeanors Ginny Klitzing, 36, Trenton, was arrested and transported to DDCRJ on Sept. 25. She was charged with DWI, endangering the welfare of a child, possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, and failure to drive on right half of roadway.

According to the probable cause statement, Klitzling was reported to be driving erratically on Highway 6 at Highway 13. She exhibited signs of impairment and performed poorly on field sobriety tests. Two of her children were in the car with her, in close proximity to drug paraphernalia and methamphetamine.

A computer check revealed a conviction for involuntary manslaughter/DUI in 2002 in Kansas. Bond was denied.

9/24/19 10:10 am – Motorcycle accident on I-35. Assisting medical.

7:10 pm – Car accident on I-35.

Assisting medical.

9/25/19 7:57 am – Semi accident on I-35.

Assisting medical.

• Ginny Klitzing, 36, Trenton, was arrested and transported to DDCRJ, charged with DWI, endangering the welfare of a child, possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, and failure to drive on right half of roadway. Bond was denied.

• Corey McBee, 27, Braymer, was transported from Caldwell County Detention Center to DDCRJ, charged with third degree assault. Bond was set at $5,000.

9/26/19 1:20 pm – Jameson investigation.

3:35 pm — Lock Springs investigation.

9/27/19 8:38 pm – Car accident on I-35.

Assisting medical.

• Jerry Reeder, 21, Pattonsburg, was transported from Clinton County Jail to DDCRJ. He is charged with failure to register as a sex offender. Bond was set at $15,000.

9/28/19 8:05 am – Jamesport investiga-

tion.

4:43 pm – Winston investigation.

7:43 pm – Gallatin investigation.

• Jared Lee, 31, Weatherby, was arrested and transported to DDCRJ on a 24-hour hold.

• Alicia Tiney, 57, Trenton, was transported to DDCRJ on a 12hour detox.

• Aundrea Whitely, 52, Kansas City, was arrested and transported to DDCRJ. She is charged with failure to appear in court. Bond set at $750.

9/29/19 9:40 am – Cow out on 6 Highway.

Owner contacted.

9/30/19 8:02 am – Cow out on 6 Highway.

2:46 pm – Winston investigation.

4:48 pm – Cow out on 6 Highway.

8:46 pm – Pattonsburg investigation.

9:51 pm – Jamesport investigation.

• Michael Koch, 22, Hamilton, was transported from Caldwell County Jail to DDCRJ. He is charged with third degree assault. Bond was denied.

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Grace Elaine Stark 1937 – 2019 Graveside service and burial for Grace Stark was held at 2 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 2, at the Wilder Cemetery, Mercer, under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Princeton. There is no visitation.

Grace Elaine Stark, 82, Mercer, died Sept. 29, 2019, at a Bethany hospital.

She was born Jan. 13, 1937, in Cleopatria, the daughter of Howard Elton and Juanitta Marie (Anderson) Watson. Grace attended schools in Mercer County.

On Feb. 24, 1957 she married Freddie William Stark in Mercer. He preceded her in death on Nov. 19, 2006. Grace was a homemaker and a member of the Mercer Baptist Church.

She was also preceded in death by two sons, Charles Wayne and William Richard Stark; sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Eugene Woodley; and twin nephews, Ron and Don Woodley.

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Shirley S. Curtis 1940-2019 Funeral service for Shirley Curtis were held Sept. 29, 2019, at the Hopewell Baptist Church, Cowgill. Interment was at Hopewell Cemetery, Cowgill.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hopewell Baptist Church/Hopewell Cemetery.

Arrangements were by Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

Shirley Sue Curtis, 78, Cameron, died Sept. 24, 2019, at the North Kansas City Hospital.

She lived in Cameron for the last 32 years and previously lived in Hamilton.

Shirley was born on Nov. 7, 1940, in Cowgill to Charles and Eva (Pence) Brooke.

She graduated from high school in Breckenridge in 1958.

Courthouse News Recorder’s Office Marriage licenses issued: Zachary Eythan Taylour BoliaEschbach, 20, and Shelby Lynn Curtis, 20, both of Gallatin.

Beneficiary Deeds Tracts in Monroe and Union Townships from Jeffrey and Anita Riley to Mitch Riley and Mackenzie Morrison as joint tenants with right of survivorship; tract in Marion Township from Chester Smith to Brenda Sue Smith and Diane Elaine Peterson as joint tenants with right of survivorship.

Quit Claim Deeds Lake Viking lot #373 and #374 from James and Rita Tiehen and Andy and Jane Quarnstrom to Carpe Diem Lake Viking LLC; Lake Viking lot #1746 from David Hansen to Srecko Lalic.

Warranty Deeds Tracts in Liberty and Jefferson Townships and lots in Altamont from Kenneth and Denise Youtsey to Kenneth and Denise Youtsey, trustees of the Kenneth L. Youtsey and Denise Youtsey Revocable Living Trust; partial block in Gallatin from Henry C. Cox to Brandon and Alexis Curtis; tracts in Monroe Township from Larry and Jane Murphy and Joseph and Angela Murphy to Larry J. Murphy and Joseph

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Shirley worked as an insurance underwriter for Cameron Mutual Insurance, and retired from there after 35 years.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Dorothy and Rose Marie; and brother, Leonard Brooke.

Survivors include son, Doug (Carol) Henderson, Hamilton; daughter, Lisa (Gregg) Coffman, Estes Park, CO; two grandchildren, including Kerry (Heather) Evans, Kidder, and Blake (Carissa) Henderson, Hamilton; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Marguerite McCrary, Hamilton, and Eloise Gilgour, St. Joseph; five brothers, Bill and Ed Brooke, both of Braymer, Glen Brooke, Springdale, WA, and Jim and Dean Brooke, both of St. Joseph; lifepartner, Marlin Hines, of the home; and Marlin’s children, Doug, Dale, Donnie, Darrell, Jeanie, Jackie and Jill.

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Deed of Independent Personal Representative Tract in Liberty Township from Thomas M. Witt and Kaymon A. Brown, co-personal representatives of the Estate of Michael O. Witt, to Dale and Elaine Holifield.

Trustee’s Deed under Active Trust Tract in Lincoln Township from Bari Turner McDuffie as trustee of the Elmer Ellsworth Turner III Revocable Trust to Brandon and Jena Eads as cotrustees of the Brandon Wayne Eads and Jena Lyn Eads Revocable Living Trust Agreement; lots and partial lot in Gallatin from Jeremy and Rikki Dungy, trustees of the Jeremy and Rikki Dungy Revocable Trust, to Richard Tolen.

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GRC lead is at stake in Bethany this Friday Defense, special teams dominate 41-0 GHS homecoming victory over Polo

The Gallatin Bulldogs choked the Polo Panthers with defense and special teams play during Friday’s half of a weather-interrupted GRC contest, then provided a big dose of offense when play resumed Saturday morning ... all leading to a 41-0 victory that kept Gallatin a share of the league lead heading into the second half of the regular season.

Gallatin, 5-0, faces perhaps its biggest test of the season this week against a South Harrison team that is poised for a Class 1 top ten ranking. The purple and white Bulldogs are also 5-0 after slipping past Maysville last week. Gallatin and South Harrison bring the top two scoring

Pattonsburg 58, Stanberry 6 8 touchdown passes!

Quarterback Steven Willhite tossed eight touchdown passes as the Panthers earned their first ever win against Stanberry. On the receiving end for the Panthers were Kaden Koch (2), Dakota Eaton (3) and Patrick Cowley (3). Eaton hauled in 339 yards out of Willhite’s 552 yard passing total.

Pattonsburg held Stanberry to only 84 yards passing and 158 yards on the ground.

The Panthers, off to their best start in school history, take a break from Grand River Conference play this week as they host the Rich Hill/ Hume Tigers, who enter the contest 2-2. The Tigers are coming off a 66-42 loss to Liberal/Bronaugh.

Pattonsburg 14 8 14 22 58 Stanberry 0 6 0 0 6

SCORING SUMMARY

P: Wilhite to Koch 44 yd. pass (pass failed).

P: Willhite to Eaton 61 yd. pass (Willhite to Eaton).

S: Schwebach 6 yd. run (pass failed).

P: Willhite to Cowley 22 yd. pass (Willhite to Eaton).

P: Willhite to Cowley 45 yd. pass (pass failed).

P: Willhite to Koch 16 yd. pass (Willhite run).

P: Willhite to Cowley 36 yd. pass (Willhite to Langfitt).

P: Willhite to Eaton 20 yd. pass (pass failed).

P: Willhite to Eaton 62 yd. pass (Willhite to Cowley).

PHS STATISTICS

Passing: Willhite 31-52-552, 8 TD Rushing: Willhite 4-2, Cowley 1-1.

Receiving: Eaton 16-339, 3 TD; Cowley 8-121, 3 TD; Koch 2-61, 2 TD; Emig 5-31.

Leading tacklers: Eaton 8/6, Koch 7/9, Mathes 3/5, De Jong 3/3.

Takeaways: Interception: Langfitt.

Fumble recovery: Eaton (2), Emig.

GRC 8-Man Standings Week 5

GRC ALL Pattonsburg 3-0 5-0 Worth County 3-0 4-1 Stanberry 2-2 2-3 North Andrew 1-1 3-2 Albany 1-1 3-2 King City 1-3 1-4 Braymer 0-3 0-5

Sept. 27 Results

Pattonsburg 58, Stanberry 6 Worth County 42, King City 6 Albany 70, Platte Valley 42 North Shelby 46, North Andrew 36 Norborne-Hardin Central 56, Braymer 6

Oct. 4 Schedule

Rich Hill at Pattonsburg Braymer at Albany North Andrew at Stanberry Rock Port at King City Orrick at Worth County

offenses and top two scoring defenses into play on Friday.

Offensively, South Harrison is led by quarterback Austin Lasher, running backs Collin Haffey and Gradyn Linthacum and receivers Brayden Sunderman and Tyler Daugherty.

“South Harrison runs the ball well and has a stout defense that we are accustomed to,” says GHS Coach Patrick Treece.

“They are big and physical up front and have three tough backs that will split the load for them,” he added. “To get a win on Friday, we have to be able to run the ball more effectively between the tackles, play sound defense and use our team’s speed to our advantage.”

Friday’s action kicked off with a punt block by Landon Corwin and recovery in the end zone by Tom Crouse. Ross Critten and Aidan Adkison each returned punts for scores. Isaac Bird intercepted a pass that set up Gallatin’s final score before play was suspended, this time a Critten five-yard run. Adkison and Haden Bradford added rushing TDs on Saturday.

“It was great to see the special teams get rolling on Friday and Saturday,” said Treece. “We knew the capability of our return game and all we needed was an opportunity to showcase that,” he advised. “We really didn’t have a lot of offensive possessions in the game and only ran 36 offensive plays,” he added.

Gage Wright kicked five of six extra points for the Bulldogs.

His only miss came after three penalties forced a fourth kick attempt following Critten’s TD run.

But for a pair of pass completions, the Panthers would have been looking at negative total yards from scrimmage in the first half.

“Defensively, we were able to take away Polo’s strength in running the football,” Treece stated. “We avoided misaligning to their unbalanced formations and tackled well all game,” he added. “It was nice to get every-

SCORING SUMMARY

G: Crouse blocked punt recovery (Wright kick).

G: Critten 55 yd. punt return (Wright kick).

G: Adkison 70 yd. punt return (Wright kick).

G: Critten 5 yd. run (kick blocked).

G: Adkison run (Wright kick).

G: Bradford run (Wright kick).

GHS STATISTICS

Passing: Vandiver 5-7-64, 2 INT.; Feiden 1-2-7.

Rushing: Adkison 12-91, TD; Bradford 7-52, TD; Critten 2-9, TD; Sperry 3-3; Gray 1-0; Stout 1-(-4); Vandiver 1-(-7).

Receiving: Waters 3-39, Critten 1-17, Adkison 1-8, Bird 1-7.

Leading tacklers: Critten 7/2, Crouse 6/4,Sperry 5/1,Wright 4/3, Bird 4/1, Harris 3/2, Feiden 2 /3,Waters 2/2, Corwin 2/2.

Takeaways: QB Sack: Harris (1.5), Waters, Gray, Parker, Crouse (.5). Interception: Bird. Fumble recovery: Bradford. Forced fumble: Sperry. Blocked punt: Corwin.

Gage Wright filled in for an injured Tristen Gibson Friday night, kicking five out of six extra points from Brinley Vandiver’s hold. [Staff photo/ DC] GRC STANDINGS Week 5

GRC ALL Gallatin 3-0 5-0 S. Harrison 3-0 5-0 Princeton 3-0 4-1 Putnam Co. 2-1 3-2 Milan 1-2 2-3 Maysville 0-3 0-5 Polo 0-3 0-5 Trenton 0-3 0-5

Sept. 27 Results

Gallatin 41, Polo 0 S. Harrison 26, Maysville 21 Princeton 21, Trenton 7 Putnam Co. 14, Milan 13

Oct. 4 Schedule

Gallatin at South Harrison Maysville at Polo Princeton at Putnam Co. Trenton at Milan

Bulldog freshman Isaac Bird jars the ball loose from Polo’s Gavin Fitzwater during first half action of Friday night’s weather-interrupted game at Bulldog Field. [Staff photo/DC] one some varsity playing time and I was pleased with both the first and second team efforts.”

Gallatin led, 27-0, when lightning forced an hour postponement before coaches and school officials huddled up and decided to finish the game Saturday at 10 a.m. The Bulldogs added touchdown runs from Adkison

and Haden Bradford when play resumed.

Five players, Crouse, JJ Waters, Drayton Harris, Jagger Gray and Gabe Parker, combined for five sacks of Panther signal callers. Rodell Sperry forced a fumble, recovered by Bradford.

Lady Bulldogs add Senior Night home softball game vs. Gilman City on Oct. 14 While other Grand River Conference softball teams are squaring off tomorrow (Thursday) in East-West interdivisional play, Gallatin gets the day off due to a last place finish in the Eastern Division.

GRC teams match up according to their finish in each division but since St. Joseph Christian does not field a softball team, the Lady Bulldogs have no one to play in what was to be their last home game of the season. Gallatin has added an Oct. 14 home game with Gilman City and that will be Senior Night.

Gallatin and Albany got an early start Tuesday due to incoming weather and the Lady Warriors jumped out quickly with a 4-1 first inning lead on the way to an 11-1 win. Caragan Baker singled and scored Gallatin’s lone run. Addie Riley singled and Madalyn Shubert doubled in the five-inning contest.

Monday’s action with KCI Conference Lawson saw the home Lady Cardinals score five runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to overcome a 5-3 Lady Bulldog lead. Lawson took the 8-5 victory despite being outhit,

Gallatin 41, Polo 0 Gallatin 14 13 14 0 41 Polo 0 0 0 0 0

12 to 7.

Baker and Maddi Michael had three hits each at the top of the Lady Bulldog lineup and each drove in a run. Baker also scored three times. Shubert singled twice and drove in a run. Presley Wells singled twice and plated a pair of runs. Aubrey Burns and McKinley Waters singled and scored for Gallatin.

Gallatin dropped Saturday’s opening game of the Nan Carter Memorial Tournament to Trenton, 15-2, and fell, 10-5, to South Harrison in the consolation semifinal round. The Lady Bulldogs led East Harrison, 150, when play was suspended due to lightning.

The Lady Bulldogs took advantage of five hits, five walks and four East Harrison errors.

Baker led with a pair of hits.

Shubert, Beck and Burns also hit safely. Scoring runs for Gallatin were Baker (2), Michael (2), Beck (2), Shubert, Addie Riley, Brianna Filley, Christin Burns, Aubrey Burns (2), Waters (2) and Wells.

Baker pitched two innings of one-hit ball.

Stanberry opened last Thurs-

day’s game with 10 runs in the first inning on the way to a 15-1 victory in Stanberry.

Gallatin’s lone run came in the fourth inning from Michael.

Shubert doubled and Baker and Burns each singled for Gallatin. Only two of 13 runs scored with Baker on the mound were earned.

Weather permitting, Gallatin will travel to East Buchanan on Monday and King City on Tuesday of next week.

Harper has big game for MIAA-leading Bearcats Tune into the Northwest Missouri State University Bearcats Coaches Show Thursday at 6 p.m. on KXCV Radio to hear about the Bearcats’ latest 59-10 victory over Central Oklahoma.

Penney High School alum LaTroy Harper had his biggest game of the season thus far, catching three passes for 143 yards and two touchdowns last Saturday during Family Weekend in Maryville.

The Bearcats, 4-0, travel to Emporia State (KS) this Saturday for a 2 p.m. start.

Class 1, District 8 Ranking

Record Pts. 1.Gallatin 5-0 43.8 2. South Harrison 5-0 42.76 3. Scotland Co. 4-1 40.4 4. Princeton 4-1 38.03 5. Milan 2-2 34.75 6. Knox County 3-2 31.4 7. Putnam County 2-2 31.32 8. Schuyler Co. 1-4 18.7

Class 1 State Ranking 1.Lincoln 5-0 2. Thayer 5-0 3. Pierce City 5-0 4. Mid-Buchanan 4-1 5. Hayti 4-1 6. Valle Catholic 4-1 7. Marceline 4-1 8. Gallatin 5-0 T9. Adrian 4-1 T9. Miller 4-0

Bulldog JH/JV Scoreboard JH Football Polo 42, Gallatlin 34 JV Softball Stanberry 1, Gallatin 0 Lawson 7, Gallatin 0 Gallatin 5, Albany 4

4-H Week coming up!

Special activities for the Knee-Hi 4-H Club during National 4-H week include the following:

Monday, Oct. 7 — Wear 4-H Shirt or Green Tuesday, Oct. 8 — Cowboy Day Wednesday, Oct. 9 — Teacher Appreciation Day Thursday, Oct. 10 — Favorite Sports Team Friday Oct. 11 — Wear school colors.

Watch for posters around town next week, and a special focus on Daviess County 4-H Clubs in the Oct. 9 issue of the Gallatin North Missourian.

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GHS Homecoming 2019 The 2019 Homecoming Court includes, from left: Alli Baker, 2018 King Aidan Adkison, Annie Nelson, Tom Crouse, 2018 Queen Addi Stanley, Jonathan Carder, Tanna Youngs, Gabe Parker, 2019 Queen Madalyn Shubert, 2019 King Gage Wright, Faith Warner, Jonathan Stoor, Jenni Teel, Haden Bradford, Jenna Rains and Johnny Stout.

Photo by Macon Schweizer.

Shubert, Wright reign over rainy Homecoming week festivities Madalyn Shubert and Gage Wright, at right, were selected Gallatin R-5 Homecoming Queen and King last Wednesday night in an indoor ceremony due to the threat of rain. Shubert is a senior and Wright is a junior.

GHS girls edge Albany by single stroke to capture their 14th GRC golf title In the closest possible photo finish, Gallatin’s girls claimed the 14th Grand River Conference title in the history of their program on Monday, edging out Albany, 483 to 484.

“I went into the tournament feeling confident in our chances of winning,” said Lady Bulldog Golf Coach Sydney Elbert.

“However, as less than ideal course conditions proved to be tough for most golfers in the competition, I became worried the GRC championship title might be harder to clinch than I originally thought,” she added.

“The team battled and worked hard through all 18 holes. I’m very proud of each individual on the team.”

Elle Copple led the way for Gallatin with an 18-hole score of 112 that placed her fifth in the final individual ranking. Jessica Hart shot 114 to finish 7th overall. Jenna Rains shot 125 for the Lady Bulldogs. Jenni Teel finished with a 132 and Claire Hemry shot 133.

“This win was special to me,” said Coach Elbert. “As a high school golfer, my Dad (Chris Elbert, girl’s golf coach at the time) had high expectations of his teams at the conference tournament,” she said. “It felt

good to keep the tradition while also setting a precedent of my expectations and hopes for future golf teams.”

This year’s top 10 GRC golfers are: 1. Allie Gage, Stanberry, 90; 2. Hannah McElvain, Worth County, 100; 3. Macie Henson, Trenton, 105; 4. Oakley Madden, Trenton, 107; 5. Elle Copple, Gallatin, 112; 6. Kayce Messner, Albany, 112; 7. Jessica Hart, Gallatin, 114; 8. Hayley Sweiger, Maysville, 115; 9. Lily Wilson, Albany, 116; and 10. Gracie Wilson, Albany, 122.

In junior varsity action at Bethany on Sept. 24, Libby Endicott matched the varsity’s best with a round of 51. Johnna Tadlock shot 60, followed by Riley Dutro, 63; Cloey Waterbury, 66; and Sarah Morrison, 70.

The Lady Bulldogs enter Class 1, District 6 post season play next Monday at Chillicothe’s Green Hills Golf Course, along with Brookfield, Cameron, Chillicothe, Kirksville, LaPlata, Penney, Princeton, Putnam County, Schuyler County, Southwest Livingston and Trenton.

The Gallatin Lady Bulldogs captured the 2019 Grand River Conference Tournament title on Monday. Varsity team members are, from left, Jenna Rains, Claire Hemry, Jessica Hart, Jenni Teel, Elle Copple and Coach Sydney Elbert. Online photos at www.NorthMissourian.com courtesy of BTC Bank.

Gallatin R-5 offers custodial positions After returning from a closed session to discuss personnel at their Sept. 19 meeting, the Gallatin R-5 School Board offered two support staff positions. Wes Bridgeman and Lisa Green were offered custodial positions for the 2019-2020 school year.

Cody Bird, Farmers Bank, discussed the generous dona-

tion of a new basketball scoreboard for the high school gymnasium from Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri.

Morgan Glidewell discussed the school wide policy of clear water bottles versus non-clear water bottles.

Dr. Copple, Principals Burke, Collins and Thogmartin and Ac-

Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri has generously donated a new basketball scoreboard to the Gallatin R-5 School.

tivities Director Gann presented their reports.

The District-Wide Evaluation Plan for 2019-20 was approved.

The next meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 15.

The above are the unapproved minutes for the meeting of the Gallatin School Board held Sept. 19. Board members present were Jesse Bird, Tim Bradford, Pam Critten, Jeffrey Donovan, Amy Heldenbrand, and Martin Sweatman. Trent Dowell entered the meeting at 7:27 p.m. Dr. Copple, Principals Burke, Collins, and Thogmartin, and Activities Director Gann and Board Secretary Corwin were in attendance. Staff members present were Jennifer Youtsey and Susan Allen. Guests present were Cody Bird, Morgan Glidewell, Brenda Glidewell and Robert Glidewell.

Ten students inducted into Gallatin NHS

On Sept. 18, ten juniors and seniors were inducted into the Gallatin National Honor Society. They are pictured above, left to right, front row, Jennifer Teel, Jenna Rains, Claire Hemry, Carli Beck, and Caragan Baker; back row, Karina Hacking, Keegan Allen, Maddison Michael, Sarah Morrison, and Tristan Hamilton. Becky Adkison is the NHS adviser.

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Altamont United Methodist Choral call to worship was “You Alone are Holy.” Linda Jessmer was a visitor. Mission Moment was Festival of Sharing to be held in Cameron on Oct. 12. Gospel lesson was read by Laurie Roll, “The Rich Man and Lazarus,” from Luke 16:19-31.

The message was “The Great Divide: Rich and Poor.” Special thought was “are you listening, are you speaking?” Send notes of cheer. A birthday card was signed and sent to our friend, Deloris Read of San Antonio, TX. Pastor Marilyn spoke at the nursing home Sunday about fears that we have and how the Lord will help you and protect you. Krista Clark sang a special, “Thank You, Lord.”

Prayers continue for Susie, Connie and Sherry. UMW will meet on Oct. 9.

Friends in Christ Shonna Morrison welcomed the congregation. Peggy Earnst led opening prayer. Praise songs were “Power and Majesty” and “Blessings.” The sermon series is “Three Questions Everybody Has About God.” The message by Jamey Dickens of North Point Church in Atlanta, GA, was “Who is He?” based on Matthew 6:9 and Galatians 4:6.

Small group time followed the message. A fellowship gathering was held Sunday at Dennis and Kim Brammer’s home.

Gallatin United Methodist Pastor Brad Dush opened the worship service as Sue Bird played the prelude and Aliza Wright lit the altar candles. The children collected money for Festival of Sharing after Pastor Brad’s children’s message. Pastor Brad invited Terry White, representing Life Options in Green Hills, to speak. Psalm 147:1-11 was the scripture for the morning message, “Hope: In Unfailing Love.”

Oct. 4-5 is UMC rummage sale; Oct. 5 at 7:30 a.m. is men’s breakfast at Gallatin Christian Church; Oct. 5 at 5 p.m. will be a contemporary service “The Table” in the fellowship hall; Oct. 20 at 4:30 is the Jamesport hayride and hot dogs at home of Kenneth Lockridge. New prayer concerns are for Christin Dush.

Gallatin First Christian Sunday’s message by Pastor Kyle Taft was “Because We Believe in a God Who. . .” based on Isaiah 6:1-8. Joanna Bird gave the children’s message. Prayer requests are for Marcy Swindler, Charlene Caraway, Mark Hutton, and Caleb Kinnison.

October is Pastor Appreciation Month. FCC volunteers will deliver Meals on Wheels during October. On Oct. 3, CWF ladies will be cooking and deboning chickens for the bazaar. FCC will host the Area Men’s Fellowship Breakfast on Oct. 5 at 7 a.m.

Youth Group meets at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 6. Board meeting is Oct. 9 at 7 p.m.

The annual CWF Chicken Dinner & Bazaar is Nov. 2. FCC will host an eight-hour free Mental Health First Aid Training on Nov. 9. Contact 660-626-0616 to register. Lunch will be provided.

Fairview Fairview opened with prayers for Debbie Smith, Marlene Gordon, Chandra Turner, Jamie Grimes, Marilyn Clark, Princess Lupo, Loretta Speck, Bill Cullen, Annie Hamilton, Marvin McFee, Kay Webb, Rhett Colton, Arvella Eaton, Leo Lang , and the family of Martin Zimmerman. Prayer was by Vanda Davis.

A special happy birthday was sung to Vanda Davis by the congregation. Worship began with the Doxology and “There is Something About that Name” with prayer by Raymond Searcy.

Marilyn Searcy led the congregation singing “To God Be the Glory” accompanied by Marsha Vanisko. Offering and prayer was by Betty McFee. Special music was by Marsha Vanisko, followed by “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing.”

The scripture was from Hebrews 11:13-16 and the message “Looking Forward to Our New Home” was by Pastor Shadrach Landry.

The closing hymn was “He Leadeth Me” and prayer was by Cindy Lang. On Oct. 6 there will be a noon potluck and business meeting for all. Kids for Truth is 6:30 to 8 on Wednesday.

Gallatin First Baptist The serving of the Lord’s Supper will be part of morning worship Sunday, Oct. 6. You are invited to worship with us; for free bus transportation, call the church office at 663-2331.

Our Helping Hands Ministry will be working on the house of a homeowner in need in the Gallatin community in October.

Volunteers will repair the front porch roof, back steps, and add a staircase railing as well as doing some yard work. The work day is scheduled for Oct. 19 (and/or Oct. 26 if needed).

Steven Moseley, the pastor with The Baptist Home in Chillicothe, will be acting as interim pastor until the full-time pastor position is filled. Last Sunday Bro. Steve presented a message

titled “Laws Are Important” from Matthew 5:17-20.

Pioneer Club and REACH Youth activities and Bible study are scheduled each Wednesday beginning with a free meal at 5:30 p.m. For more information about youth programs and events, call on Youth Minister Wood Marshall. The church office is open 8 to 11 a.m. weekdays.

The Grand River Valley Choir & Orchestra will begin rehearsals on Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hodge Presbyterian Church in Trenton.

The choir is directed by Linda Arnold. If you are interested in joining, please email Linda at arnoldlaw@windtream.net.

Lake Viking It was a busy day at Lake Viking Church this past Sunday. Pastor Robert Nelson’s sermon was “The Lord has built His House” from Psalm 127:15. George Beckwith sang and played “There’s a family Bible on the table” for the special music.

Following the morning worship there was a carry-in dinner and fish fry. The fish was furnished by Jodi Mullikin and prepared by Trey and CJ Mullikin along with help from Ben Martin.

The dedication of the PalmerHillman Memorial Pavilion was held following the dinner. The pavilion was so named in honor of Joe Palmer and Alvin Hillman who were the first two men to hold the title of full-time pastor at Lake Viking Church. It was a great pleasure to have Mary Hillman along with Larry and Janet Hillman in attendance for the worship service and dedication.

On Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. Second Generation will be in concert.

Bring a friend and come out and enjoy this free concert.

Lake Viking Church is located just outside the east entrance to Lake Viking. Our Sunday School begins at 9 a.m. and our Worship Service begins at 10 a.m.

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On Sept. 29, the Lake Viking Church held a special service dedicating a new outdoor pavilion built by members. The structure was named the Palmer/ Hillman Memorial Pavilion in honor of the first two pastors at the church. On hand were, left to right, Norma McCaulla, at 93 the last living charter member of Lake Viking Church, Pastor Robert Nelson, and Mary Hillman, widow of Pastor Alvin Hillman. After retiring – twice!

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PAT Family Fun Night set Oct. 3 at North Daviess Vera Nelson recently completed Parents as Teachers training for the North Daviess School System. Mrs. Nelson attended PAT five-day training and is now certified up to three years. She also passed the testing for the PAT affiliate.

Mrs. Nelson will complete the 3-5 years implementation later this year.

North Daviess encourages any parents in the district to contact Mrs. Nelson at the North

Daviess School at 660-828-4123.

Mrs. Nelson invites all birth through three-year-olds to attend “O The Magic of PAT” at Family Fun Night on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the North Daviess School. Mrs. Nelson is pairing with the Title Program and will offer activities, handouts and prizes for parents and PAT students. Plan to attend and visit the North Daviess Family Fun Night – Medieval Masquerade.

North Daviess continues success of DEAR program North Daviess, through the Title Reading program, began the school year with the continuation of the “Drop Everything and Read” (DEAR) program.

DEAR was a huge success last year and will continue to expand this year. This year’s DEAR themes will revolve around the author Beverly Cleary, who started the DEAR program.

Beverly Cleary was inspired to write about DEAR in her book “Ramona Quimby, Age 8” (pages 40-41), after she received many letters from her readers expressing their wonderful experiences with DEAR programs in their own schools. The program became very popular, and thus Beverly Cleary’s name is now associated with the program nationwide.

North Daviess Knights celebrate a DEAR day monthly in which reading takes a high priority for the educational day.

Monthly themes include dressing to read, snacks and prizes.

DEAR is a nationwide event in which everyone is encouraged to make reading their number one priority. The official start of the event is on April 12 in honor of Beverly Cleary’s birthday. The event is a month long, but can be done at anytime throughout the year and anywhere, home,

Tall Oaks featured on Crowder hike

Join staff at the campground amphitheater at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 5 for a 4.2-mile guided hike on Tall Oaks Trail at Crowder State Park. Plants, trees and animals along the route will be discussed during the hike. Tall Oaks Trail is a diverse trail that allows visitors to traverse a wide variety of the natural communities found throughout the park.

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Crowder State Park is located in northern Missouri, off Highway 65; west of Trenton off Highway 146. For more information about the event, call Crowder State Park at 660-3596473.

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After bye week, Missouri hosts Troy

By Benjamin Herrold A third of the way into Missouri’s regular season, the Tigers still seem to have the potential for a memorable season, even if that seemed in doubt after a surprising season-opening loss at Wyoming.

First, it hardly seems fair that the regular season is already a third of the way over, but that seems to be the way it goes. Off seasons go slow, and college football seasons seem to fly by.

But as for this season, Missouri (3-1, 1-0 in SEC play) responded to that tough loss to Wyoming just as you’d want a football team to respond. They rolled to a win over rebuilding West Virginia, won 50-0 against overmatched Southeast Missouri State, and then, most impressive of all, had a dominating defensive performance in a 34-14 win over South Carolina.

The Gamecock offense in that game was like trying to build a sandcastle on the beach, only to have waves roll in to knock it down before really making much progress.

The Tiger defense has led the way this year, winning at the line of scrimmage and creating a lot of havoc for opposing offenses.

Since the Wyoming game, Missouri has been opportunistic on defense, creating turnovers, often at key moments. The Tigers scored two touchdowns on defense against South Carolina, one a heads-up fumble recovery in the end zone and the other an interception that was run back the length of the field.

Missouri had a bye week last week, a good chance for the team, and enthusiastic Tiger tailgaters, to rest up. It’s also a chance to take a look at what lies ahead, and what could happen in the second two-thirds of Missouri’s season.

The Tigers continue their long home stand by hosting Troy on Saturday (3 p.m. on SEC Network), followed by the Homecoming game with Ole Miss on Oct. 12.

Missouri will be a considerable favorite in those two, and if the Tigers can get them, they’ll have a lot of momentum heading into road games at Vanderbilt on

Oct. 19 and at Kentucky on Oct. 26. Vanderbilt has struggled, and a win there sets up a key game at Kentucky. It’s winnable, although the Tigers haven’t beaten the Wildcats in five years, since 2014.

But if Missouri clears that Kentucky hurdle, that sets up a massive game at Georgia on Nov. 9, after another bye for the Tigers. I get excited just typing about that game, if Missouri wins all its games between now and then, and if Georgia remains as good as they seem.

But the first step is Saturday against the Troy Trojans (22). Troy lost a shootout, 50-43, against Arkansas State on Sept.

28. Senior quarterback Kaleb Barker threw for 367 yards for Troy in the loss, and he threw for 504 yards in a loss to Southern Miss. He should provide another test for the Tiger defense, which has been up to all challenges the last three games.

Missouri should be able to get the win and set up a fun Homecoming week.

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Missouri improves in health rankings

Members of the NCMC Shooting Sports Club who participated in the Sept. 18 competition are pictured, left to right, Gannon Shatto, Ethan Hayes, Seth McMullin, Cole Wolf, Stetson Klise, Cheyanne Blanchard, Brady Farris, Zack Davis, Declan Schweizer, and Tyson McCrary. Rustin Jumps is a co-advisor of the club.

Shooting Sports Club begins fall season with trap shoot The Shooting Sports Club at North Central Missouri College began its fall season with a trap shoot competition at the Mozingo Outdoor Education and Recreation Area (MOERA) near Maryville.

The match was hosted by the Trapshooting Club at Northwest Missouri State University. The event consisted of 50 targets from the 16-yard line, 25 targets based on the shooter’s handi-

capped score, and overall total hit. Each team had ten shooters compete.

NCMC’s top five shooters had a total of 281 while the total for Northwest’s top five shooters was 315. The individual winner and top shooter for the overall total hit was Gannon Shatto from NCMC who shot 68/75. Gannon placed second in both the regular and handicap portions to help him win the overall top score.

“We appreciate Northwest inviting us to their first competition as a club sport. It was a good event to start the season for the members of this year’s NCMC Shooting Club,” stated Jason Helton, co-advisor of the NCMC Shooting Sports Club. “We have two more events scheduled this fall in Trenton – Oct. 9 against State Fair Community College and a Nov. 13 rematch against Northwest.”

Missouri’s rank advanced to 37th overall in America’s Health Rankings - Health of Women and Children Report 2019, up from 41st in 2018. Within women’s health specifically, Missouri jumped eight spots on the ranking list.

The report uses over 60 metrics to compare and rank the health of women of reproductive age, infants, and children among the 50 states. While Missouri officials appreciate some of the successes seen among public health care of women, infants and children, they also acknowledge areas more progress is needed.

One of the challenges noted in

the report is the high rate of maternal mortality in Missouri. Several collaborations are in place that all share the same goal: to eliminate preventable maternal mortality and severe morbidity nationwide.

Missouri legislators passed Senate Bill 514 this year which established a Pregnancy-Associated Mortality Review (PAMR) in order to improve data collection and reporting of maternal deaths in Missouri, and the newly formed PAMR Board is responsible for analyzing all maternal deaths and making recommendations for preventative measures.

Wet fields ahead, weather challenges still plague farmers Most soybean and corn likely will yield less than normal this year due to late planting and unfavorable weather during critical grain-fill periods, says University of Missouri Extension soybean specialist Bill Wiebold.

According to a Sept. 4 USDA Farm Service Agency report, wet and flooded fields kept Missouri farmers from planting 750,000 acres or 21% of corn and 480,000 acres or 9% of soybean.

Farmers planted most intended acres, but after the optimal time. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) says about 50% of planted corn emerged after May 26. Half of soybean emerged after June 23.

Yield depends largely on weather at certain growth stages—July and August for corn and August and September for soybean. Temperature and rain during grain fill affect yields greatly.

Wiebold recently studied Missouri Mesonet weather data and crops over four months at five Missouri locations to look at 2019 crop potential.

He explains that nighttime temperatures affect yield due to respiration rate. Higher temperatures cause faster respiration and raise the potential for yield loss.

High nighttime temperatures respire away sugars needed for yield.

In a nutshell, night temperatures below 65 F are good for yield and above 75 F are bad for yield, he says.

Wiebold found nights during June were unusually cool in much of Missouri. At Novelty and Columbia, temperatures dropped below 65 F more than two-thirds of the nights. Cool nights decreased growing degree day accumulation and slowed corn development in June. “Late-planted corn would have benefited from warmer than normal daily minimum temperatures in June,” he says.

NASS reported that 80% of Missouri’s corn crop reached silk stage by Aug. 1, about two weeks later than normal. As a result, most corn grain fill occurred in August. Temperatures fell below 65 F most nights and only rose above 75 F occasionally. This should help yields, Wiebold says.

Minimum temperatures during August should help soybean yield also, he says. Due to late planting, more than 50% of Missouri’s soybean crop flowered after Aug. 1.

Late planting also pushed back the R4 growth stage, the

most critical time when soybean set pods. This year, most Missouri soybean fields did not reach R4 until late August, making September weather more important than usual.

Wiebold says September night temperatures have not been a concern until recently, when maximum temperatures reached 10 to 20 degrees above normal. “These hot temperatures had little direct effect on soybean growth, but they increased water evaporation, and that aggravates lack of rain,” he says.

Precipitation—too much or too little—challenged Missouri corn and soybean farmers during the entire 2019 growing season. For normal soybean and corn yields, fields need a little more than an inch of rain each week.

Too much rain during planting results in soil compaction and increases disease potential.

Wet weather caused poor stands in some areas. Heavy rain also created problems in replanted fields.

One of the worst weather patterns for yield is wet spring weather preceding drought stress, Wiebold says. When this happens, root systems may not recover. Small, unhealthy root systems cannot get enough water to plants.

The northern part of the state faced this weather pattern, with dry weather arriving as early as mid-June or July. Expect lower corn and soybean yields there as a result.

Wiebold looked at rainfall patterns for seven-day periods in September and total monthly rainfall. Lack of rain in the first two weeks of September plagued late-planted soybean and ultralate-planted corn. Peak demand for water happens during grain fill.

Many soybean fields are in the midst of rapid grain filling now due to late planting caused by the wet spring and normal double-cropping. Unfortunately, weather has turned dry, with little or no rain after mid-August.

A week of hot, dry weather can negate “good” weather that occurred earlier. Rain from here on out will be too late for most crops, Wiebold says.

Hot, dry weather during grain fill can result in small seeds and premature plant death. Test weights for corn are often less than normal because of the stress. Seeds on soybean plants that die because of drought may

stay green. Buyers often dock green seeds.

“Farmers needed an unusually cool and wet August and September,” Wiebold says. “Some parts of the state saw that type of weather in early to mid-August, and I was optimistic. But September has been too dry and hot to maintain grain fill for lateplanted soybean fields, and yield will likely be hurt.”

Looking for your honey? Need map?

The Missouri State Beekeepers Association has created a list, and a map, where MSBA members can post honey and honey products for sale to help people in their area find ‘local honey’ via the MSBA website (www.mostatebeekeepers.org).

The MSBA is in the process of compiling a ‘Local Honey’ list of beekeepers who sell honey and honey products across our state.

Which can then be searched on the MSBA website. This list is in the beginning stages, so check back regularly to see if there any updates in your area.

If you are a beekeeper and a member of the MSBA, and would like to get on the Local Honey list go to http://mostatebeekeepers. org/local-honey-form/ to fill out the form to apply. Once your form is submitted, we will verify your membership and add you to the list and map.

Omaha woman injured in wreck Stephanie Robertson, 39, Omaha, NE, received minor injuries in an accident that happened at about 4:20 p.m. on Sept. 27 in DeKalb County.

According to the highway patrol, Ms. Robertson was westbound on Camden Road driving a 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. At Northwest Camden Road, west of Highway A, at Fairport, her vehicle went off the north side of the roadway. She overcorrected and the vehicle went across the road several times until it finally went off the south side of the road. It came to rest on its wheels, facing west.

Ms. Robertson was taken by Cameron Regional Medical Center by DeKalb-Clinton County Ambulance. The report states ‘unknown’ under safety device.

The Mercury had moderate damage. The accident was investigated by Trp. M.W. Neely, assisted by Trp. T.M. Royster.

Student Senate officers are pictured, from left top to bottom: Katie Blanchard, Lucerne, as President, Maddison Eller, Chillicothe, as Treasurer, Bethany Bailey, Gallatin, as Representative, right top to bottom: Tyler Kidd, Trenton, as Representative, TJ Hudlemeyer, Kearney, as Vice President, and Gregoor Muesker, Curacao, as Secretary. Not pictured are Sarabeth Michael, Gallatin, and Jack Lambert, Linneus, both Representatives.

2 from area on NCMC student senate

North Central Missouri College’s Student Senate Officers for the 2019-2020 year have been elected and include two from Gallatin, Bethany Bailey and Sarabeth Michael.

Student Senate is the govern-

ing council for the NCMC student body and oversees student organizations and clubs.

They represent the student population and provide input on regulation, change, and future planning.

Winston considers Quicken Books

A motion passed to have City Clerk Cristan Filley investigate getting Quicken Books up and running for the village during the meeting of the Winston Board of Trustees held Sept. 9.

The income and expense report was approved.

The utilities clerk distributed a new list of delinquent customers, including three due for shutoff.

Phil Clevenger reported multiple issues with the sewer lift stations and pumps, including a broken pipe that needs to be replaced. He stated that Roy Adams bid the job. A motion carried to have Roy Adams repair the issues according to his bid.

The next regular board meeting is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 14, at 6:30 p.m.

Planned road work for Daviess The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in Daviess County for the week of Sept. 30-Oct. 6: Route DD – Closed for bridge rehabilitation at the I-35 overpass through November.

Route B – Closed for bridge reconstruction at the I-35 overpass through November.

All work is weather permitting and subject to change.

The above are the unapproved minutes of the Winston Board of Trustees meeting held Sept. 9.

Trustees present: Tim Caldwell, Nichole Gregornick, Wayne Wollam, Neal Slaughter, and Daniel Michael, and Lori Norton. Trustees absent: Chairman Brenda Goll. Others present: April Wollam, Phil Clevenger, and Cristan Filley.

Two seriously hurt in I-35 accident Two people were seriously injured in an accident that happened at about 8:25 p.m. on Sept.

27 in Daviess County.

According to the highway patrol, Jeffrey O’Neal, 45, Bethany, was northbound on I-35, driving a 2013 Ford Focus.

About seven miles south of Pattonsburg, his vehicle hydroplaned and went off the east side of the roadway, struck an embankment and overturned.

It came to rest on its passenger side, facing east.

Two passengers, Stefanie O’Neal, 45, Bethany, the wife of the driver, and Merana WeakleyVelazquez, 31, Bethany, were both taken by Daviess County Ambulance to Cameron Regional Medical Center. Ms. O’Neal was wearing a seat belt. Ms. Weakley-Velazquez was not.

The Ford was totaled. The accident was investigated by Tpr. M.W. Neely, assisted by Daviess County Sheriff’s Office.

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Nine cases of lung illness reported

Bulldog fight song is 50...still proud Jim Aller, former Gallatin Band Director, was grand marshal for the Gallatin High School Homecoming Parade on Friday, Sept. 27.

Mr. Aller wrote the theme song for the Bulldogs in 1969 and was honored as the school celebrated 50 years of the Bulldog Fight Song. Mr. Aller is pictured with his daughter, Lori Aller Brown.

We’re the Gallatin Bulldogs; Out of Missouri; That great, big farming town; It’s in the midwest section; Of the U.S.A.; Between the Arkansas border; And the land of Iowa; Where the sun never sets; And the teams are the best; That’s where we love to be; That’s why we’re singing; So loud of it; Because we’re so proud of it; Gallatin’s our home town!

To date, nine possible cases of lung illness associated with the use of e-cigarette products have been reported to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), with two cases confirmed and the remaining seven under investigation. These are amongst the 450 possible cases in 33 of the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The illness has no evidence of infectious diseases identified, therefore, lung illnesses are likely associated with a chemical exposure. Patients report e-cigarette use and similar symptoms including: • Cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain; • Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; • Fatigue, fever, or weight loss; or, • Elevated heart rate “Health officials around the nation are working hard to identify the cause of this outbreak, to prevent additional illnesses and protect health,” said Dr. Randall Williams, DHSS Director. “Missourians are encouraged to follow the CDC guidance to refrain from using e-cigarette products if you are concerned about these specific health risks, especially while the investigation is ongoing.”

If you do use e-cigarette prod-

ucts, you should not buy these products off the street (for example, e-cigarette products with THC or other cannabinoids). You should not modify e-cigarette products or add any substances to those products that are not intended by the manufacturer.

If you are concerned about your health after using an e-cigarette product, you can call your local poison control center at 1-800222-1222.

If you use e-cigarette products and you experience the symptoms above, seek medical care promptly. Regardless of the ongoing investigation, youth, young adults and women who are pregnant should not use e-cigarette products. Adults who do not currently use tobacco products should not start using e-cigarette products.

Adult smokers who are attempting to quit should use evidence-based treatments, including counseling and FDA-approved medications. If you need help quitting tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, contact your doctor or other medical provider or call the Missouri Tobacco Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669). For information on the text-based e-cigarette quit program from Truth Initiative, visit truthinitiative.org/quitecigarettes or text “DITCHJUUL” to 88709.

Blowing smoke in the Show-Me State Concerning the recent discovery of vaping related illnesses, Missouri was found to have a 5.2 percent prevalence of e-cigarette smoking. QuoteWizard

by LendingTree, LLC, compiled Center of Disease Control (CDC) data and found: Key findings: Missouri has the #12 highest usage rates in the country.

States with the highest rate of

vapers: Oklahoma (7.1 percent), Kentucky (6.1), Indiana (6.0), Tennessee (5.9), and Wyoming (5.8).

States with the lowest rate of vapers: California (3.0 percent), Vermont (3.1), Connecticut (3.2), Massachusetts (3.3), and Maryland (3.3).

3.9 million middle school and high school-aged teens currently vape.

Moon Night canceled; Book sale set for Saturday International Observe the Moon Night on Saturday, Oct. 5 at the library has been cancelled.

Stormy weather appears to be on the front and could prevent special presenters from attending, so the library is acting proactively and calling it early.

There are other activities at the library that will proceed without disruption, rain or shine.

This week will see the traditional Storytime at the Castle at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct., 4, including several books with librarians, songs, crafts and fun.

Be sure to plan to visit the library on Saturday, Oct. 5 during the Gallatin Citywide Garage

Sale for the semi-annual book sale. Fill your bag for $1.

This event will have a little something extra with a silent auction of old library items, such as light fixtures, air filters, binders, magazine boxes, portable desktop with storage, rolling ruler, cables, cords, computer mice, stereo, Gallatin flag, and miscellaneous shelving. The book sale and silent auction open at 8 a.m. and end at 12 p.m. with high bids allowed to collect items up to 1 p.m.

Proceeds from the book sale benefit summer reading programs and proceeds from the silent auction return to the general

fund.

Mark your calendar for 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9, for the next webinar in the Alzheimer’s Association’s Remote Learning Series, “Effective Communication Strategies.” Plan to arrive a few minutes early to snag your handout. This series is bringing the opportunity to learn about memory disorders and the challenges associated with managing them close to home.

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

Waterfowl hunting may be limited at some MDC conservation areas in the Missouri River bottoms north of Forest City this fall due to flood damage to roads and bridges, and also problems from breached levees.

However, wetland conditions are expected to be good at the Nodaway Valley Conservation Area and portions of the Fountain Grove Conservation Area.

Flooding affects some waterfowl areas

Tasty Freeze was once a favorite hang out … gone now The Gallatin Tasty Freeze on South Highway 13 in Gallatin was the place to be in the midto-late sixties. It was the hang out for teenagers, where they could squeal their tires between the short driveways, get a look at

who was hanging out there, and make a lot of good memories and friends.

In later years the building was a taco shack. Lastly, it was a used car dealership owned by Jonathon Wright.

The Tasty Freeze building, owned by Judy Elbert, was torn down last week by Perkins Dozing and Hauling of Lock Springs.

The early picture is from the 1966 Gallatin yearbook and was provided by Rod McGinnis.

Flood damage will affect opportunities for waterfowl hunters this fall and winter at Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) wildlife areas managed with a wetland emphasis. The good news is that the popular Nodaway Valley and the east pools of the Fountain Grove conservation areas should offer normal hunting conditions, if the weather cooperates. The outlook is not as good for areas in the Missouri River bottomlands.

At the Bob Brown Conservation Area near Forest City, Missouri River levees remain breached.

Roads are in bad shape and repairs to those roads await repairs to the levees. Currently,

hunters are not able to drive beyond the campground area that is near the area’s entrance. MDC staff hopes to have improved access by waterfowl season.

There will not be a morning draw system for hunting positions this waterfowl season.

Hunter will self-register near the entrance.

Most of the other conservation areas that MDC manages along the Missouri River in Atchison and Holt counties are essentially unavailable to hunters because flood damage to public roads and bridges in the river bottoms prevents access, said Craig Crisler, MDC wildlife management biologist. “Still, all our special area regulations apply.”

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Agriculture JD 4420 Combine, 443 corn head, 213 platform stored inside, great shape. $7,500. 816419-7788 FOR SALE - Hutchinson grain auger, swing type, 10”x60’ $2500 Tim Flory 660-684-6970 Custom hay baling, mow, rake, and big round bales, hauling available with 20’ flatbed trailer. Call Harry Renne, 660605-0984.

Maintenance free living for 55 & older. Chillicothe. $750 rent/ deposit. 1 year lease and references required. 660-646-7878

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.

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

Gallatin Quarry 660-663-3101 Nettleton Quarry 660-644-5821 Office 660-646-5831 WANT TO BUY: Grain trailer for semi-truck. 30-35 feet long.

Good condition. 816-724-5538.

Looking for pasture hay ground to rent. Spring Hill Area. Would welcome clean up project. 660707-3866

Automotive 2006 Poniac Montana. SV6, FWD Very Nice. 3rd row seating. Under 150,000 miles. $3,200 Cell 660-973-3169 or 660-644-5812 FOR SALE - 2002 Ford F350, 1 ton dually 4x4, 7.3 powerstroke engine. 5-6,000 miles on new engine, less than 1,000 on new transmission $12,500 Call 660605-1821 for more information.

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

Investment Required. Training Provided. 816-425-1155

For Rent GALLATIN ESTATES APARTMENTS FOR RENT: 1 or 2 bdrm available. HUD vouchers accepted. Rental assistance available to those who qualify.

Equal housing opportunity.

Call 660-663-3114.

CASE Skid Loader, 85hp, by the day, week or month. Contact Gallatin Truck & Tractor, Inc. 660-663-2103 or 2104.

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

For Rent: Small apartment in Hale. Single person preferred.

No pets. Full kitchen and bath. $250/month, all utilities paid. $250 deposit. 660-645-2316 2 Very Nice 2 bedroom, 1 bath Duplexes, Both with garage.

OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE

by Central Boiler Inc. FREE HEAT & hot water. Eliminate monthly heating bills. Call 660707-3866 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, 660-663-3234 or 660-334-0997.

END ROLLS available $5 each!

Use end rolls of newsprint to wrap items for moving or shipping, or to make some fun art projects. We support recycling. Join us by using this eco-friendly option. Available 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. at Gallatin Publishing Co., 609B S. Main, Gallatin.

“M” Farmall Tractor, good condition, 3 point hitch, comes with bale spike, forks, blade, and scoop. $3500. Call or text 816-288-1266.

Cameron Antique and Used Furniture Mall. Big Sale Going on! Assorted sizes, styles, and colors of recliners and rocker recliners, all in excellent condition. Also, two beautiful sofas, table lamps, and more from recent estates. 20% off our low prices. Open 7 days. Noon5PM. Since 1973, Jerry & Flo Kinder 816-632-6126 Freezer Beef, have carcasses suitable for ground beef. Also have more finished beef for steaks, roast, etc. Whole or Half. Various Sizes & Prices.

Available Immediately. Call 660-645-2316 BX-2670 Kubota 26 hp, 250 hrs, 60” Mower Deck, 48” Frontend loader, 48” rear blade, 48” rotary tiller, 660-973-3815 Several insulated hexagon hunting blinds in-stock. Tinted windows on every side with a trap door entry. Add your own posts. $1095 Jamesport Outdoor Products 660-654-0454

Notices HE WHO HAS a thing to sell and goes and whispers in a well, is not so apt to get the dollars as he who climbs a tree and hollers. Call The AdZone, at Chillicothe 660-707-1820 or Gallatin 660-663-2154.

Chillicothe Farmers Market.

Every Saturday, until October 5. West Side of the Livingston Co Courthouse 8AM-Noon.

Join us on Facebook @chillicothefarmersmarketmo FREE TO GOOD HOMES: We’re moving and need to rehome 18 cats, ranging in age from 4 weeks to 8 years. Could be indoors or outdoors. Call or text to 660-605-0362 for more info.

VEGAN MEETUP: http://mewe. com/join/animalawarenesscampaignandveganmeetup

Real Estate Beautiful 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, basement, metal-roof, newer windows, cedar shake siding, fireplace, new stainless appliances. See photos on Zillow. com. $69,000 in Jamesport call 816-632-2003.

For Lease FOR LEASE: Excellent deer & quail hunting, 240 acres Southeast of Chillicothe, available now for hunting, $3,500. Call 309-645-6547

Services YOUR DIRT IS our bread and butter. Carpet and upholstery cleaning. David Baldwin, 816632-2627 or toll-free 1-888854-2949.

MAC Mechanical and Home Improvement, LLC.- Handyman Service. Mike Calderon, Owner. 816-442-0417, Altamont, MO. macmechanicalman@gmail.com.

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

Serving you since 2006! Miller Construction, Jamesport, MO 660-684-6950.

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

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

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

Residential & Commercial. We offer new construction installs, replacements, service calls, whole house ductwork and tune ups. grandriverheatingandcooling@gmail.com Adkison Electric - 660.663.7139 - Residential, Industrial, Commercial. Matt Adkison - mattadkison2@gmail.com General construction, metal & shingle roofing, new homes, pole buildings, siding, decks, additions, remodeling and fencing. No job too small. Free estimates. 660-605-0578 Beery’s Custom Combining.

Call Josh 660-973-6547 PRIVATE IN HOME CARE. 20 years experience. Excellent references. Light housekeeping, meal preparation, grocery shopping, companionship, personal care needs. Let me help you or someone you love.

660-973-2049

Garage Sales Gallatin City-Wide Garage Sale: Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, starting at 8 a.m.. Typically 30-40 sales.

Maps will be at Casey’s and Corner Café by Friday, Oct. 4.

Annual Fall Rummage Sale: Friday, Oct. 4, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sat. Oct 5, 8 a.m. to Noon. United Methodist Church, 111 S Market St., Gallatin. Folding chairs, church pew, furniture, household, misc. and clothing. Clothing $3.00 per bag. Special Sat. 10 a.m. $1.00 per bag.

Honduras Garage Sale: Oct. 3 10AM-6PM, Oct. 4 7AM-6PM & Oct. 5 8AM-NOON: American Legion Building, 1400 North Washington St, Chillicothe.

Bake sale, vintage jewelry, antiques, lots of items priced to sell!

Garage Sale- October 3 & 4 8 to 6. 24863 Hwy 69 Altamont.

Trailer full of men’s tools, fishing poles & tackle, nail guns & nails, much misc. Also garage full for the ladies. Don’t miss this sale. Hoskins & Green. See you Thursday & Friday.

October 4 8-4, October 5 8-12 Gun accessories, tanning bed, 4 wheeler, and misc. 567 W. Hwy 6, Trenton, MO Huskey’s.

ADVENTIST CHURCH THRIFT Shop, 1207 S. Clay, Gallatin, Mo. Open: Every Wednesday from 8am-4pm. Open during the noon hour. Free clothing at 1206 S. Willow entrance. 660663-2478

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

Farm ground wanted. Competitive rates. Aaron Landes 660-358-2682

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View autumn foliage with MDC’s fall color forecast Enjoy weekly updates on what trees are turning and where to get the best views.

After a wet and sweltering summer, most are breathing a sigh of relief as temperatures cool down and trees begin to change color – a sure sign that fall has arrived.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages people to enjoy fall foliage through camping, driving tours, hiking, or even canoeing or floating. To help, MDC offers weekly online fall color updates from agency foresters all over the state at mdc.mo.gov/fallcolor.

“Our fall color reports not only show users where trees are beginning to turn, but even suggests the best places to see changing leaves,” said MDC Forestry Field Programs Supervisor Russell Hinnah.

Predicting fall color can be difficult, especially with the severe weather Missouri has experienced this past spring and summer.

“Weather patterns this year

have been unusual,” explained Hinnah. “We’ve had lots of rain and flooding in spring and early summer, followed by some parts of the state experiencing a dry spell combined with warmer temperatures. That combination may have stressed some trees, resulting in them dropping leaves early.”

Hinnah said chilly nights are key to leaves changing color.

“Sugars produced by photosynthesis are trapped inside leaves by the chilly autumn nights,” he explained. “Those sugars are the building blocks for the rich red, yellow, orange, and purple pigments. Cool nights cause the breakdown of green pigments, allowing the fall colors to show through.”

Missouri trees first begin changing color in the northern part of the state, then move southward across the state.

Sassafras, sumac, and Virginia creeper are some of the earliest

to change in mid-September. In late September, black gum, bittersweet, and dogwood are turning. The peak of fall color is usually around mid-October.

“Trees such as maples, ashes, oaks, and hickories are at the peak of their fall display by the middle of October,” noted Hinnah. “Normally by the end of the month, colors are fading and leaves are falling.”

WHERE’S THE BEST PLACE? Missouri’s fall color can be viewed and enjoyed from almost anywhere. For spectacular vistas, choose routes along rivers with views of forested bluffs, and along ridges with sweeping scenes of forested landscapes.

“We encourage the public to visit MDC’s conservation areas or Missouri state parks to enjoy a scenic drive,” said Hinnah.

Fall color isn’t limited to trees. Prairies and roadsides display beautiful shades of gold, purple, olive, and auburn with

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Recycling Offers disabled workers pride, purpose and place

by T.L. Huffman, staff writer

Johnny Cosgrove, Pattonsburg, is in the secure document destruction business. Inside the plain-looking building in Bethany he and dozens of other workers are busily sorting and shredding at U.S. Shred.

Businesses using this service don’t just get a quality service that allows them to comply with government regulations, save space, and aid the environment — they also help people with disabilities be productive and earn a decent paycheck.

Johnny has been the paper shredder and balehandler at U.S. Shred for eight years.

“We recycle paper,” he says. “They bring it in, the other workers sort it, and I shred it up and bundle it.”

Johnny Cosgrove, PattonsThe paper bales weigh about a thousand pounds. burg, rides the OATS bus to The bales are shipped to work at U.S. Shread, Bethany. pulp mills in Quincy, IL, He has a sister, Linda Burton, who has two daughters, and Muskogee, OK. It will Carrie and Sara. eventually be turned into toilet paper and paper towels.

Johnny worked his way up doing odds-and-ends in other buildings at the Bethany recycling plant.

“We depend on Johnny for a lot of things,” says Susan Trump, manager. “All the workers here do a very important job.”

A growing business Established in 2008, U.S. Shred is a division of Unified Services, a sheltered workshop that has been serving Northwest Missouri since 1975. In 2009, Unified Services became one of the work facilities across the country that was awarded document destruction contracts with the federal government by SourceAmerica.

This secure document destruction part of the shredding business started as a nationwide project. All the federal government sites in Missouri were already assigned, so Bethany took a government contract in Mason City, IA. The small office sat at the top of a post office and had only four employees. But it was a start, and the business eventually grew to take on sites located in Des Moines, Sioux City and Cedar Rapids, IA, and Lincoln and Omaha, NE. U.S. Shred also has secure documents coming in from local businesses, hospitals, banks, medical facilities, insurance offices, accounting firms and other private business. Graceland University is among their clientele.

The business is certified by the National Association for Information Destruction (NAID) (which is like the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval), covering quality control and regulatory compliance.

A separate building north of the main workshop was completed in 2010 to hold the document destruction

plant. Privacy is the name of the game, and the building has 14 security cameras and a high-tech alarm system.

Other workers at U.S. Shred work with magazines, newspaper, and old books. Unified Services currently employs over 55 people with disabilities from Harrison, Daviess, Mercer, and Gentry counties. There are currently 17 staff positions as well. Employees include five from the Daviess County towns of Gallatin, Pattonsburg, Jamesport, and Coffey.

Unified Services has other lines of businesses that include janitorial work and the Nifty Thrifty store. Visit http://unifiedservicesbethany.com/ for more information or call Susan Trump at 660-425-6300.

Susan Trump has been the manager since 1977. That’s 42 years … and she’s never thought about leaving.

“I fell in love with these people when I first came here to work,” she says. “They’re here doing a productive job, making friends, getting a paycheck, and they’re involved with something bigger than they are.”

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Working together, like family Steven Odom, Jamesport, has been working at Clinco ber of other services, such as window washing, labeling, Sheltered Industries at Cameron for over 13 years. He packaging and custodial work. sorts plastic, newspaper, aluminum and steel cans. There Workers price and stock the Dollar Barn, which offers are seven other line workers that he oversees. a variety of merchandise. Besides the thrift store, there “I weigh in, direct people on where they need to be is a garage sale the first Friday of the month; it is a half and keep everybody working,” he says. “The plastic line price sale. is my baby.”

Asked if he enjoys the job, Steven shrugs: “Some days I like my job a lot, some days I don’t.”

Steven works from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. He comes in a little early with four other workers who get things set up for the day.

“They’ve worked together for so long, they’re like family,” says Debbi LeDuc, manager. Debbi has been with Clinco for 13.5 years and has been manager since last April. There are 20 people on staff.

The recycling goes into tubs or cages where they are then taken to a baler to be compacted into Steven Odom rides with his father to his job at the prison in Cameron and then nearly four foot bales. The bales weigh about a thousand pounds. grabs a bus to Clinco Sheltered Industries. Steven’s parents are Rodney and Linda About 40 bales will go on a truck. Odom of Jamesport.

Cardboard and paper goes to a mill and gets processed. A single dedicated worker hanThe onsite recycling shed is open 24/7 for drop offs. dles glass. Styrofoam is also done a little differently. A For a complete list of acceptable materials, visit https:// densifier heats it so it can be compacted. www.cameronmo.com/178/Recycling-Collection or call Debbi LeDuc at 816-632-3966.

Clinco a recycling leader About 70 work at Clinco all together, from Clinton, Clinco Industries is a sheltered workshop that provides over 50 job positions to employees with disabilities. DeKalb and Buchanan County, with two employees from Clinco has become the area’s leading recycling proces- Daviess County. They go through 25-30 tubs of recycling sor collecting and sorting recyclables for sale to compa- a day. Last year, they processed over two million pounds nies which use recycled products in manufacturing. of recyclable materials.

In addition to the recycling businesses, Clinco Indus“For the disabled, the work gives them a sense of pride tries takes care of rest areas on I-29 and I-35. That cus- and purpose and a place to go,” Debbi says. todial work is 365 days a year. They also perform a num-