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Commendation to Gallatin officer for recovering missing child

Gallatin Police Officer Seth Allen received a commendation from the City of Gallatin for identifying and recovering a missing child on Nov. 3.

Officer Allen identified the vehicle traveling on Highway 6 through Gallatin out of DeKalb County and conducted a felony traffic stop, taking a male and female into custody and recovering the child. The incident began when the Department of Family Services went to a DeKalb County home to get the child. At that time the grandparents took the child and fled, which triggered the search by law enforcement. Gallatin Police Chief Mark Richards, right, made the presentation.

Ten-digit local dialing in future for 660-, 816The Missouri Public Service Commission has opened a case at the request of the Public Service Commission staff to assist regarding an order from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requiring 10-digit local dialing in four of Missouri’s six area codes by July 15, 2022.

The change to 10-digit local dialing is necessary to allow for the establishment of “988” as a three-digit code to reach a national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline.

To avoid conflict with the new 988 code, all United States area codes that use a 988 NPA prefix (for example 314-988-xxxx) must

move to 10-digit local dialing. In Missouri, the affected area codes are 314, 417, 660 and 816. Area codes 573 and 636 do not use a 988 NPA prefix and can continue to use seven-digit local dialing.

Staff intends to use this case to communicate with Missouri’s telecommunications providers about their plans to implement 10-digit dialing and to gather company-specific information about the timing of implementing 10-digit local dialing as well as general plans for notifying customers and other entities.

PSC Commission staff plans to periodically report on its findings to the Commission.

UPSPthis 213-200 Vol. 156, No. A mask advisory was issued to continue with support by31 • Stay home if you are ill for Daviess County on Dec. 18 asking you to wear one volun• Practice social distancing ...69¢ delivered with an effective date beginning tarily.”

• Wash your hands often anywhere in Missouri on Dec. 20 and remains in—effect. encourages all • Clean and disinfect freif you subscribe! www.NorthMissourian.com FREE withThe youradvisory print subscription The advisory was issued by businesses to post a sign at all quently touched surfaces Dec. 9,Alexander 2020 Daviess County Health Depart- entrances asking patrons to wear said the health deVol. 156, No. 29 ment Administrator-RN Cheryl a mask inside their facilities.UPSP 213-200 partment gets many calls about Alexander; Daviess County Com“We have had the policy in large gatherings in the commumissioners Jim Ruse, Wayne place at the health department nity and although there is curUthe, and David Cox; and Emer- for several months and I have not rently no mandate for gathergency Management Director Da- had opposition to this request,” ings, she encourages you to think vid Roll. says Alexander. “We must pro- about all the people who can beThe advisory states “It is our tect our employees as well as the come infected just from one posiduty to protect the health of our public.” tive case in a gathering. Just docommunity so by issuing this As of Dec. 15, Daviess County ing the strategies above will help ‘advisory’ we hope to slow the had 454 cases but recorded 10 along with a mask. spread of COVID-19 in our com- new cases by 10 a.m. on Dec. 16, munity, businesses and schools. 2020, so this gives you some idea Coronavirus Update Our numbers have continued to of what the health department is County Statewide Rank per 100k population: climb over the past two months dealing with on a daily basis. *Daviess (75th) ....(+30 since 12/16) 440 with no relief in sight. As a group When the health department Caldwell (69th) .... (+43 since 12/16) 510 we want to encourage the use of has cases, many people have to Gentry (9th) ........ (+43 since 12/16) 569 a mask, especially if you are in a be quarantined, including stuHarrison (27th) .... (+46 since 12/16) 583 setting in which you cannot so- dents from schools, which can Grundy (38th) ...... (+36 since 12/16) 633 cial distance.” cause a school to close down.

Dekalb (58th) ...... (+26 since 12/16) 727 This advisory is for all per“I have been in contact with Livingston (42nd) (+70 since 12/16) 963 sons age 2 and older who are in all school superintendents and Clinton (62nd).... (+77 since 12/16) 1173 contact with other people who they have one goal and that is State to date: 370,439cases, 5,158 deaths are not household members. to educate our children with as Statewide positivity rate (last 7 days): +17.1% This advisory will begin Dec. much normalcy as possible; this Source: Missouri DHSS at 8:30 a.m. Dec. 23 20, 2020, and will be reviewed on is certainly not a year of normal,” USA: 18.3M confirmed cases Jan. 20, 2021. says Alexander. “We are all in (recoveries unreported); 323K deaths “Our positivity rate continues this together so again I ask all Worldwide: 78M cases, to be high, meaning we have a residents over the age of 2 in Da44M recoveries, 1.72M deaths Source: Wikipedia & NY Times; daily reports high level of transmission within viess County to voluntarily wear available via the World Health Organization our county,” said Cheryl Alex- a mask when around others in *NOTE: Local numbers reported by the ander, Administrator-RN at the your community; you may save Daviess County Health Department may differ from state reports due to the lag Daviess County Health Depart- a life by doing so. This is your time involved in processing the reports. ment. community, and it is up to all of Today Daviess County locally reports 515 cases (126 active, 377 recovered).

“As the health department di- us to keep each other safe and To date there have been 12 deaths rector, I can ‘mandate’ a mask, healthy.” officially recorded in Daviess County.

Questions?

Call the County Health Dept.: but I have always had the supOther strategies to stop the 660.663.2414 port of our community and hope spread:

Big water plant upgrade planned at Lake Viking

by Troy Lesan, Lake Viking Board

Pour yourself a nice glass of water to drink as you read about Lake Viking’s drinking water and a $2.1 million water system improvement proposal.

Lake Viking has great drinking water, and the numbers to prove it. Water supplied to the lake community by Public Water Supply District #3 of Daviess County is extensively tested. Test results are published and monitored by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) for all to see.

PWSD#3 has its own testing apparatus which district manager Roger Barker and assistant Gary King continuously use to monitor water supply.

During 2018 the MDNR mandated a specially funded effort to test for the presence of e-coli in raw water supplies.

When the year-long study concluded, the superior quality of Lake Viking water was once again confirmed; even the raw water treated by PWSD#3 had next to zero presence of e-coli.

The Lake Viking water plant, however, is over 50 years old. The water plant is lo-

cated at the north end of the lake close to & West, an experienced and reliable rethe dam. Water plant operations continue gional firm. without incident due in large part to the A year later and after crunching numleadership and experience of Manager bers and then working and re-working Roger Barker who currently serves on the expenses including several variance reState Rural Water Board. PWSD #3 also quests, a financial plan has materialized. has a history of an excellent support staff.

Public Water Supply District #3 is closThat said, both the equipment and ing in on a major water plant upgrade with building have experian estimated cost of $2.1 enced significant detemillion with financing PWSD#3 Growth rioration in 50+ years to be spread out over 20 2015........626 water connections of operation. The plant years. At present, rates 2016........637 water connections pumps water near its cafor financing this project 2017........651 water connections pacity on “peak usage” are favorable. The an2018........654 water connections days. Since Lake Viking’s ticipated interest rate on 2019........662 water connections population is comprised financing is 2.5%. It was 2020........668 water connections of more part-time resirecently announced that dents than full time, overthe Federal Reserve is all usage has been stable. But peak usage not anticipating a raise in interest rates instances have increased. Providing peak for the immediate future. demand is the challenge to the lake’s agFor a time this plan lingered due to coning water system. cerns over what impact COVID-19 would With this in mind, PWSD#3 applied have on the economy. The outcome was a for and has received a grant provided by surprise to everyone at Lake Viking. BusiMDNR which covers 80% of the cost to ness at the lake went bonkers. Property fund an engineering study of the system. sales sky rocketed; demand went through The engineering firm elected was Bartlett the roof. The Association Office had an un-

precedented increase in deed transfers.

Lake Manager Shad Mort states this was the busiest year he had ever seen at Lake Viking. Property values spiked. Lake Viking Marine literally sold out of boats.

Lake Viking’s relatively remote location with wide open space made Lake Viking ideal for the social distancing mentality that suddenly prevailed.

The boom in activity began in April and it continued throughout the year. Association members were spending more time at the lake than ever before. It also became apparent that peak water usage days were increasing.

Here are the particulars of the plan: Proposed funding of this water facility upgrade will be a 20-year project based on a projected across the board increase of Lake Viking’s base water rate by $10 a month. It is presently anticipated that tap fees will remain the same.

A chart that accompanies this article clearly demonstrates that the increase still positions PWSD #3 water rates equal (continued on page 3)

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Dec. 23, 2020

Emmanuel!

Driving around town to look at the Christmas lights is a tradition for many families. Perhaps this year more folks than usual will break COVID confinement with a holiday trek. It’s an activity perfectly within the pandemic social distancing guidelines, assuming you don’t rent a van or a bus to rub elbows with too many people while you ride around.

It seems to me that there doesn’t seem to be any more or less home decorations on display this year than in years past. I suspect light bulb replacement on holiday strings has more to do with that than COVID. Many households decorate outdoors, some don’t. Since our family time is split between Gallatin, Cameron, and Warrensburg, we’ve taken the opportunity to enjoy those home decorations displayed in these towns.

One particular neighborhood stands out. It’s a small lake community, located east of Warrensburg, with one main entrance and the homes are mostly arranged in cul-de-sac turnarounds. But my, oh my, it must be challenging to “keep up with the Joneses” living there. Many Christmas light displays house after house were simply out$tanding!

Our family’s matriarch rode quietly while soaking in the scenery. No one younger than 65 was

by Darryl Wilkinson riding in the car at the time and it struck me as perhaps silly to think the trip was worth the effort even though the only other recent outings were restricted to doctor visits and the grocery store. Then we paused in front of a home particularly ablaze. Strings and strings of lights were artistically arranged by color code to outline the entire home and lawn. A huge air-blown snowman in the back overlooked a variety of illuminated figures in the forefront all colorfully decked in Yuletide glow, ranging from Snoopy of Peanuts comic strip fame to Santa wearing a Chiefs jersey while leaning back to throw a football. Within eyesight was another home where light strings pulsated, each glitz timed to burst into view in such a way to command your attention. Home after home, street after street ...it was quite the spectacle.

And she softly said, “Where’s the nativity?”

Good question. So, we started paying closer attention as we drove along. Yes, there were nativity scenes sometimes even positioned in the forefront on some lawns. But few if any really had the manger scene predominant. There’s a message here ...with many, many details captured in just one word.

Over 2,000 years ago, God could have chosen to arrive on this earth in any fashion. It is wonderful how fabulously the Creator revealed Himself beginning on Christmas Day. He arrived by miracle, a virgin birth in an humble setting to signal how His arrival was for us all but also with the splendor of the brightest light, amidst the vast canvas of stars, blazing across the sky on that holy night — a light so bright that wise men journeyed from afar seeking to anoint Him. Can you see what the shepherds saw, a light so fearfully bright that you break down in fearful awe, then jump up to run to see the Lord for yourself?

The manger scene needs no manmade glitz. If someone asks what Christmas means to you, consider these parts of the manger.

Mary. God could have chosen anyone but, surprisingly, it was teenage girl engaged to be married. Having a child out of wedlock carries serious consequences. She was pure and she realized and believed in what she was told to do. She would put God first ahead of herself, and so she was chosen. Mary was available.

Joseph. Few men would accept the circumstances. The law in his day gave him the right to stone to death his betrothed for her betrayal and shame. When he was told God’s plan, Joseph didn’t understand but he did what God told him to do. He was obedient.

Shepherds. The most socially disliked were first to witness Christ’s birth. Due to the nature of their smelly work, lowly shepherds were among the least by human standards. Yet they were chosen for the honor of seeing Christ first and telling others because Christ came for everyone. The shepherds were chosen because they were humble.

Wise men. These were men with financial and worldly means and with intellect who sought what is spiritually pure and Godly above all else. Wise men today still seek Jesus.

Jesus. Emmanuel, which means God is with us. Christmas means Emmanuel.

So, as you take your drive to see this year’s Christmas lights, notice how so many households in this world stand in darkness this Yuletide season and consider this darkness. The real meaning of Christmas has little to do with decorative strings of lights or the number of presents under a tree. It was on a tree, after all, that He was crucified for our sins. It’s the tree, not the ribbon-wrapped presents underneath the tree, we should focus upon. On Christmas Day, the tree in use is an evergreen symbolizing everlasting life.

No twinkling string of lightbulbs or any Christmas cookie can match the sound of “Away in the Manger” voiced in the wholesome goodness of a small child. Nothing in this world compares to Jesus.

The entirety of the Bible — no, the entirety of all time — is about God’s plan to redeem us through Jesus Christ … the tree of life.

What’s Christmas all about? It is not about shiny decorations, nor a steaming hot turkey or sugar-glazed ham amidst abundance on the dinner table, not any ball games on TV nor all the gifts under a Christmas tree …and certainly not about an ageless elf that returns to the North Pole flying a sleigh guided by a reindeer with a bright, shining nose. In my view, there is nothing wrong with these Christmas traditions. But they can confuse things. Christmas and God’s love have always been hard to understand. Only a few witnesses understood that first Christmas morning; all mankind has pursued its meaning ever since.

Christmas is captured in one word. Matthew’s birth announcement and the whole Bible proclaims “God is with us!” One word, written in Hebrew, transcends all languages and all barriers to celebrate the world’s greatest event which happened on Christmas Day:

Off the Editor’s Spike...

Emmanuel!

Have you considered serving?

by State Rep. J. Eggleston

Each year, elections are held so voters can pick who they want to lead their communities, their state, and their nation. Choices are made for seats like president, governor, and mayor in the November general election. In August, the primary election determines who will be on the ballot in the general. April is when

the election for seats on most local boards, like school boards, health boards, fire boards, etc., occurs.

I have had numerous constituents tell me they do not know who is on these local boards, or that they were elected positions.

That is probably because of the frequency of “non-election” elections.

Squawking for a ‘better’ Santa Claus Editor’s note: The following requires explanation. The editor of every hometown newspaper treats the Christmas edition special. Rob Corf, publisher of the Hale Horizons, has a pet Macaw named Harley (Why the name “Harley” for a female parrot? Rob admits feeding the bird over 15 years before noticing it was a female). It’s not unusual to hear Harley whenever you telephone Rob for business or pleasure – so much so that Harley is that newspaper’s unofficial “office manager.” Over the years while Rob has printed his weekly newspaper at Gallatin Publishing Company, we’ve come to know much about Harley …and this particular Christmas message proves we still have much to learn.

REASONS I’D MAKE A BETTER SANTA

by Ace Reporter Harley ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Harley Macaw, Hale Horizons ‘office manager’

I’m a natural flier.

I don’t require an FAA license.

I don’t need reindeer to fly.

I don’t need a sled to fly in, as I’m part eagle!

I’ll work for nuts.

I speak two languages – bird and English.

Everybody loves me.

If you don’t love me, I bite you.

I look good in red.

I’m quick – just ask my editor.

Oh, and hey Fat Elf ...no beard to get feathers stuck in.

Anyway, I and the rest of the Hale Horizons staff (Rob, Karlene, Cindy, and Clemm) wish you all a very Merry Christmas!

P.S. You can mail my presents to Harley Macaw, P.O. Box 36, Hale, MO 64643

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A non-election is when the exact right number of people file for open position(s), then it becomes almost automatic who is going to win, so there is no need to put the election on the ballot.

For example, if there are three seats open on a health board and only three people file, then unless there would have been a strong push for a write-in candidate (which almost never happens), the three filers were bound to win so they are given the seats and no election is held.

If three or more than three file, the election is held. In a nonelection, the district involved does not have to pay a share of the county election costs.

Non-elections are authorized under statute by state law. The entities that may have a nonelections include health departments, schools, fire districts, ambulance districts, road districts, water districts, and city councils.

As mentioned, the upside for the district is saving money on election costs. The downside is that no write-ins can run, the public is not as aware, and elections costs are shifted to other districts that do hold an election.

Filing for many local boards is open now through January 19.

Visit your county clerk at your county courthouse if you are interested in running for a local office and serving your community.

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Lake Viking’s water system to or below those of neighboring water districts. At this point, without mentioning names, I can tell readers that certain neighboring water districts have had serious problems with disastrous water loss numbers and outright system failures due to terribly outdated infrastructure.

Lake Viking’s water supply has not had any of these problems because PWSD#3 has continuously implemented incremental improvements. Water district officials intend to keep this strategic record intact.

Water intake for the plant is at the dam with water pumped to the plant and processed. Storage is at two water towers: the traditional elevated tower, with a 75,000-gallon capacity, that looms on the horizon on the southeast portion of Association property; a 100,000-gallon stand-pipe, on the northwest end, close to the Lake Viking Sales office; and a 285,000-gallon clear well directly behind the water plant building.

The single-stage processing of the raw water, performed by equipment at the water plant, consists of: 1. Coagulation when chemicals are added.

2. Sedimentation where settling occurs.

3. A three layer filtration process.

4. A final process of granular activated carbon filtering.

(continued from page 1)

Single-stage processing is unusual.

In today’s industry design specifications, two-stage processing is usually mandated by the MDNR. The reason PWSD#3 is able to retain the single-stage process is a result of good numbers which already exist in the relatively clean raw water source.

Many water districts, especially the big districts that are now selling their water to smaller districts, get their water from rivers which are heavily laden with surface runoff and affluents. PWDS#3 applied to the DNR for a variance to be exempt from the two-stage process, thereby saving expense. The variance was granted.

PWSD#3 has a lot of positives which other rural water districts envy, but the aging treatment system is increasingly a liability during peak demand usage. District Manager Barker compensates whenever possible. For many years, he has gone through an extensive preparation drill during the days before the Fourth of July.

On a day a few days before the holiday, Roger first revs water pumps into high gear, making sure both water towers and the clear well stay full. But predictably, about mid-day on any peak day and especially on the July 4 weekend, PWSD#3 begins losing water pressure for its patrons.

The July 4 weekend is, without a doubt, the peak usage benchmark for Lake Viking.

Lake Viking’s annual use is around 20,000,000 gallons of processed water. An average water consumption day is 58,000 gallons. In a 3-day stretch during this past July 4 weekend, daily totals of water processed were 149,300 gallons, 161,950, and 126,370. Some years, peak daily totals, always in July, were as high as 200,000 gallons used.

The plan for the new system will double pumping capacity from 120 gallons a minute to 240 gallons per minute. This will alleviate the strain on the water system during peak usage days.

The Bartlett & West engineering study touched on potential growth at Lake Viking. As this year closes, growth is evident – big time. That’s what this major upgrade

for the lake’s water treatment plant is all about — to stay ahead of the curve.

In summary, it is important to stress that there is a projected rate increase which still puts PWSD #3 equal to or below water rates for neighboring districts (see chart). Considering real estate values and the other costs of lake living, this comparison is noteworthy.

The complete Engineering Report from Bartlett and West is in digital form.

Public Water Supply District #3 is governed by the sunshine laws of the State of Missouri regarding transparency. A copy of the engineering report is available for customers to look at in the office or can be available to water district customers upon written request.

More historical information on Public Supply Water District #3 can be found in the 40-Year History of Lake Viking which can be viewed online at www.lakevikingmo.com.

Jail director’s budget message: 2020’s impact on staffing, budget Director Edmon Howard has provided the 2020 budget message for the Daviess-DeKalb Regional Jail. The message discusses the need to hire more staff for the jail and raising the hourly pay for employees to $15.

Howard notes 2020 was a “trying” year for the jail, with revenues down $150,000 from the previous year.

2021 Budget Message On Nov. 6, 2020, Edmon Howard Jr., director of the Daviess DeKalb Regional Jail, presented the following information as required by law: The year 2020 has been a very trying year to say the least. We have dealt with multiple situations including the pandemic, court changes and housing changes, which have all had an effect on our budget. It has also had an impact on staffing the jail.

As a separate entity, we have to compete with other jails in drawing more help to run the jail in a safe and secure manner.

Because we have approximately two months left in our fiscal year, all revenues for 2020 and 2021 are estimates and will change slightly as we close out the year. Our revenues were down this year over $150,000 compared to 2019. With that being said, we think it will improve, but are still cautious. I believe that we need to look for additional ways to generate revenue for the jail (i.e. additional jail agreements). Some of the areas we want to point out for 2021 are:

• Revenues from Daviess & DeKalb Counties: In the past the way we figured revenues from our parent counties was confusing. Starting this year, we plan to have a better picture for the board. Instead of listing the amount billed and then showing what was written off, we are going to show the actual amount we receive. The Profit and Loss report will still contain all information.

Example: In the past, we would bill $75,000 for the month to Daviess County and then the county sends us a payment of $5,000. At that time, we would “write off ” the balance of $70,000.

This budget reflects only what we receive for the year and then the estimate we expect to get next year.

• Staffing: In order to operate the jail safely and to maintain security, we need a minimum of 36 jailers (this includes supervisors) and transport/court officers. Due to staff quitting, we are in need of at least five jailers to fill the slots available. Because of the staff shortage we have already accrued approximately 270 hours of overtime and we are looking at adding additional hours if we cannot hire the help.

This is putting a strain on the officers that are working with little or no time off. In our budget I am requesting the funds for five additional jailers Also, we are requesting to raise our starting pay to $15 per hour which we have figured into our 2021 budget.

For 2020 we budgeted $1,422,000 for staffing and came in under budget for the year at $1,348,513. This was mostly due to shortages. For 2021 we are requesting an increase over the 2020 budget of less than 1.5% to $1,442,500. This includes an increase for Administrative Assistant and Deputy Director. Because it appears at this time that we came in under for the year, we want to start the increase in the custody payroll by the Nov. 20 payroll for the custody staff. This would allow us to advertise that we have positions starting at $15 per hour. By starting the raise in November, it would be less than $12,000 added to our current payroll.

• Staff Medical Insurance: We did not receive the United Healthcare bid for insurance until late on Nov. 5. We had been told that the cost was going to increase by 13% over last year’s cost. Upon review, the actual amount of the increase was 12.4%. Also, currently the staff pays a portion of their insurance which currently is $44 per pay period. I think that in order for us to remain within our budget we need to increase the employee portion to $48.50 per pay period per policy. That would be less than 11% increase passed on to the staff.

• Inmate Medical Insurance: We received two bids for our medical provider for the inmates; our current provider Advanced Correctional Healthcare

(ACH) and Quality Correctional Health Care (QCHC). Both offered the coverage we need for our facility. After review, ACH was selected which was $100,000 cheaper per year. Their cost to us is $187,876.10, a 3.5% increase over last year. In the budget I am requesting $188,000 for 2021.

• Inmate Food Service: For the second year, the Food Service Manager has kept us under budget for inmate meals. We are keeping our food budget at $325,000 for 2021.

• Automobile & Shop: We are currently under budget on fuel for transports because of additional video court and “Zoom” meetings. Unfortunately, we do realize that the cost of fuel will increase and so will our transports. For that reason, we have increased our budget item under fuel approximately $7,000 over what has been used this year.

• Fixed Asset Purchases: During 2020, we have improved the jail by replacing doors and locks and re-wiring the jail. This has improved the safety and security of the jail. Now we need to focus on exterior and the north wall of “F” Hall. We have issues with water running into the building and under the wall. I budgeted $30,000 for the grading of the parking lot and to replace insulation in the north wall.

As we work our way out of 2020, I believe we will continue to improve our workforce, increase the security of the jail, and improve our working environment.

Grading and rock bids Howard advised the board of drainage issues on the property grounds during the meeting of the Daviess-DeKalb Regional Jail Board held Dec. 4. A bid for grading has been received at a cost of $1,623, and the jail will be purchasing two loads of rock to complete the project at a cost of $968.66.

Court security for the two counties comprising the regional jail was discussed and tabled until the January 2021 meeting.

The financial report was accepted by the board as follows: sales tax revenue for November $86,200.52; sales tax balance $96,235.77; commissary gross $13,100.79 in November; operating account balance $166,694.20; Payroll balance $1,236.76; accounts receivable $797,189.55; accounts payable $182,658.45.

The 2021 proposed budget was approved.

The 2021 officer rotation is as follows: President DeKalb County Sheriff Keesaman; Secretary Daviess County Presiding Commissioner Ruse; Vice President DeKalb County Presiding Commissioner Carroll; Treasurer Daviess County Sheriff Adams.

The Officers for Kids and Christmas event was held Dec. 19 with over $12,000 in the fund, allowing a minimum of 33 children per county (Daviess and DeKalb) to participate.

The next meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021.

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Hwy. 190 over Thompson is 100th bridge Last week, the program's 100th bridge opened in Livingston County on Route 190 over the Thompson River heading into Chillicothe. This is the 21st bridge completed in the Missouri Department of Transportation’s (MoDOT) Northwest District.

The Route 190 project completed Dec. 18 replaced the deck on the bridge that was built in 1964 in order to provide a smoother driving surface. The project also brought bridge bar-

riers and guardrail up to current standards. Comanche Construction of Kansas City was the contractor. Work began in March 2020 with staged construction so that half of the bridge was replaced at a time to leave one lane open to traffic. The bridge carries more than 1,100 vehicles per day.

The program’s first bridge opened on Dec. 20, 2019, in Iron County in MoDOT’s Southeast District where 23 bridges have now been completed.

Kickin' Cancer fund-raising exceeds 2019!

The Kickin' Cancer with Kindness gas card fund has just exceeded the $13,000 that was raised at the September 2019 event.

Since the fundraiser was cancelled for the fall of 2020, the community has responded to this need in such an admirable way, by generous giving. Cancer patients in Daviess County will continue to be helped with transportation costs to treatments in 2021.

Gas cards are available at Farmers Bank and BTC to be used for fuel costs only. Anyone wishing to donate can do so with a check payable to Kickin’ Cancer with Kindness. Checks can be dropped off or mailed to BTC, PO Box 35, Gallatin, MO 64640.

Thank You Thank You From The KCwK Committee.

Coffey man held on drug charges Daniel Jackson of Coffey was charged with possession of controlled substance, D felony, and operating vehicle without valid license, D misdemeanor, following a traffic stop made Dec. 18 by the State Highway Patrol on northbound Highway 13 at Axle Avenue in Daviess County.

Jackson, 44, was driving without license plates. He had

no driver’s license and was on probation for possession of controlled substance. He had just gotten out of jail in Clinton County. During a consent search, the officer found a baggie with a substance consistent with methamphetamine. Jackson was placed under arrest and transported to the Daviess-DeKalb County Regional Jail.

The Focus on Bridges program was launched by a $50 million appropriation from general revenue by the Missouri General Assembly in July 2019. Additionally, MoDOT received an $81.2 million INFRA Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, triggering another $301 million in bonding revenue for the program that was also approved by the legislature during the 2019 legislative session.

In all, the program will repair or replace 250 of the state’s poorest bridges.

As 2020 draws to a close, work continues on 18 bridges with many more slated to be built in 2021.

Santa has a big little helper

The Active Aging Resource Center will be closed Dec. 21-25 and will reopen Monday, Dec. 28.

The action was taken because all staff, but one is under quarantine.

Emergency Meals on Wheels for the week were delivered Dec. 21, to all Meals on Wheels clients.

There will be no carry out meals this week.

The Christmas dinner scheduled for Dec. 22, will be re-scheduled for next week.

Menu Dec. 28-Jan. 1

Monday: hoagie sandwich and vegetable soup, coleslaw, cinnamon pears, crackers, fruit; Tuesday: fish sandwich, corn casserole, spinach, brownie dessert; Wednesday: sloppy joe on bun, macaroni and cheese, green beans, fruit medley, oatmeal cookie; Thursday: chicken and rice soup, relish tray veggies, oriental slaw, Mandarin oranges.

Bethany Vandiver helped coordinate community gifts for the Daviess County Nursing and Rehab residents this year. She also helped with obtaining adoptions for residents of Daviess County who are part of the Meals on Wheels program at the Active Aging Resource Center.

Pictured are Bethany Vandiver and Berkley who have been delivering gifts around the community this week.

Harassment charged against Altamont man On Dec. 18, after a report from a female that she was being followed by someone known to her, Daviess County Deputy Jason Melton responded and found the two vehicles eastbound on Highway 6. When the officer caught up to the suspect’s vehicle, the vehicle turned off of Highway 6 onto 210th Street. The officer followed and made a traffic stop.

The suspect, Robert B. Wilson, 35, of Altamont, had borrowed a vehicle and driven without a valid license to the residence of the victim, in order to follow the mother of his children and find out where his children were staying. The victim stated that she had found Wilson in her

driveway. When she drove past the driveway, Wilson started following her,ofdriving too Lincoln closely, Universi University Missouri, and she felt threatened by his Agriculture andsaid Local presence. She thatExtension Wilson Counci had previously been to her workEQUAL INST place in OPPORTUNITY/ADA Cameron, and she felt harassed and stalked.

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Citizens of voting age in Daviess County, pursu Gallatin Blood Drive

LEGAL NOTICE

NOMINEES SELECTED FOR UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI EXTENSION COUNCIL MEMBERS Daviess County

Citizens of voting age in Daviess County, pursuant to the provisions of Sec. 262-577, R.S. Mo. 1969, will have an opportunity to vote and elect members to the University of Missouri Extension Council in February 2021. The elected and appointed members of the extension council will guide and direct extension work within the county. Two people have been nominated for each of the elective positions in their respective districts. The nominees and their districts are as follows: District name: Daviess County District description: Daviess County Term length: 2 years Candidates: Wayne McNeely Jenny Youtsey

Additional nominations may be made by petition of 25 or more qualified voters residing within the district, filed with the council within 20 days after the publication of this notice of election. Forms for nominations are available in your county extension office located at: 102 North Main, Suite 1 Gallatin, MO 64640 660-663-3232 The Daviess County University of Missouri Extension Council Jayla Smith, Chair

University of Missouri Extension does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or status as a Vietnam-era veteran in employment or programs.

Sec. 262-577, R.S. Mo. 1969, will have an oppor First Baptist Gallatin and the members to the Missouri Extensio American RedUniversity Cross areofhosting a blood drive from 2 to 6 p.m. on 2021. The elected and appointed members of the Monday, Jan. 11, at the church guide and direct work within the coun located at 511extension W. Richardson Street.

All those donating blood nominated for each of the elective positions in th will receive a long sleeve t-shirt The nominees their districts are as follows: along with anand opportunity to receive COVID-19 antibody testDistrict name: Daviess County ing. Please schedule an appointDistrict ment indescription: advance. Daviess County Term length: 2 years Candidates: Wayne McNeely Jenny Youtsey

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Father fails to get medical aid for son On Dec. 6, Clifford R. McCrary of Bethany was arrested by the Highway Patrol on felony charges of neglect of a child and endangering welfare of a child after his 12-year-old son was taken to the Harrison County Community Hospital with multiple injuries.

According to the probable cause statement, McCrary and his son were on Beacon Road near 260th Street in Daviess County on the previous afternoon, Dec. 5, when they rolled their side-by-side. At the time of the crash, his son was steering the vehicle and McCrary was operating the pedals. Neither was wearing a seat belt.

Several witnesses advised that McCrary had consumed alcohol prior to the crash. McCrary’s son had visible injuries

after the crash. McCrary failed to report the incident to law enforcement and failed to seek medical treatment for his son.

After the crash, he allowed his 15-year-old son to drive his truck from Coffey to Bethany without a license.

When McCrary took his son to Jackie McCrary’s house in Bethany on the following day, Dec. 6, she took her son to the hospital. The son’s injuries included broken clavicles, an air leak in his chest cavity, a broken nose, a fracture in his spine and several abrasions.

McCrary has also been charged with leaving scene of accident, unlawfully operating utility vehicle in careless manner, knowingly permitted child under age 16 to drive, and a safety belt infraction.

Minnesota man gets stuck, enters Jamesport home uninvited A Minnesota man is being held for burglary, property damage second degree and trespassing second degree after a Jamesport family returned to their home and found Ortega there. Greg Bryan Ortega, 41, St. Peter, MN, was charged in Daviess County Circuit Court on Dec. 15.

According to court documents, Ortega first drove into a pasture on Dec. 14 without permission and got his vehicle stuck on property located on State Highway P. He then unlawfully

entered a residence located on 302nd Street, Jamesport, and refused to leave when the owner found him there. Ortega had damaged items in the kitchen area.

Daviess County Deputies Lore Parker and Dalton Youtsey arrived and took Ortega into custody. He smelled of intoxicating beverages and admitted that he was a drug user. Ortega has an extensive criminal history.

He was transported to the Daviess DeKalb County Regional Jail.

Time’s running out … pay your taxes!

Payments for Daviess County real estate taxes and personal property taxes are due by Dec. 31. Payments must be delivered to the Daviess County Collector’s office on the second floor of the courthouse, or by mail with a postmark no later than Dec. 31, 2020. Receipts will be mailed to taxpayers.

If you have property in more than one township, taxes for all

parcels may be paid with one check. Delinquent taxes must be paid before the current year payment will be accepted.

Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve the taxpayer of his obligation for the taxes and applicable late charges, according to state law.

Penalties will be assessed on Jan. 1, 2021.

Births

Amari Shaylynn Kinnard Dec. 18, 2020

Makinzee Kinnard and Tori Kelley of Plattsburg are proud to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Amari Shaylynn Kinnard on December 18, 2020, at 8:43 am. She weighed 6 pounds 11 ounces and was 19 inches long.

Grandparents are Jake and Kim Calton of Raytown and Steve Kinnard of Richmond.

Great Grandma is Tokey Gardner of Gallatin.

Jamesport seeks funds Jamesport Board of Aldermen agreed to hire Jon Dwiggins with Howe Company to begin the process of applying for grant funding for sidewalks and other off-road infrastructure through the Missouri Department of Transportation.

Lisa Hedrick and Alan Sounders were hired for the housekeeping job at city hall.

An ordinance vacating a portion of Bailey Street was read twice and accepted by the board.

Election openings are from Dec. 15 until Jan. 19, 2021. Openings include mayor, south ward alderman and north ward alderman.

Next meeting was set for Jan. 11.

The Jamesport City Council met Dec. 14. Members in attendance were Brandon Robb, Gary Alexander, and Geoff Eads. Rob Murphy was absent.

Pattonsburg Multi-Purpose Center Menu Menu Dec. 28-3 Monday: chicken patty on bun, macaroni and tomatoes, corn, mixed fruit; Tuesday: meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, green beans,

rosy applesauce; Wednesday: beef pot pie w/mixed vegetables, broccoli w/cheese, cherry fluff; Thursday: smothered pork chop, rice, peas, lima beans, tropical fruit.

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SCHOOL/SPORTS

Pattonsburg refinancing digs up another $20,000 for school

GRC East

Standings (through 12/19/20) Boys S. Harrison Princeton Putnam Co. Gallatin Milan Maysville Polo Trenton

GRC 2-0 1-0 1-0 0-0 0-0 0-1 0-1 0-2

ALL 6-2 6-0 3-4 4-1 2-1 3-4 0-6 2-5

Girls Princeton Putnam Co. S. Harrison Milan Maysville Gallatin Polo Trenton

ALL 1-0 1-0 1-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-1 0-2

GRC 4-2 2-4 1-6 3-0 3-2 1-4 5-1 2-5

The refinancing with L.J. Hart that initially estimated $221,073 in savings for the Pattonsburg School District will actually end up saving the school $241,558, which is $20,485 more than thought.

Other items discussed on the agenda of the R-2 Dec. 18 board meeting included Pixelot cameras now installed in the gymnasium. After the cameras are calibrated, information will be sent out on how to use them.

No applications for custodian were received; the school will continue to advertise for this

position.

Principals reported that Pattonsburg Elementary attendance for November was 97.13%; last year attendance was 96.64%.

The high school attendance was 96.89%, compared to last year’s figure of 92.16%. A teacher inservice for staff was held. The teachers have been working on ways to improve the curriculum.

The winter music program will be taped and posted on the website. Finals are Dec. 21-22. Students that missed three days or less will be allowed to play games in the gym seventh hour

on Dec. 22.

An awards program was held Dec. 18 for the high school for last spring’s awards. This included honor roll, perfect attendance, MAP/EOC testing, academic patches and pins, and athletic awards. First semester elementary awards will be held in January and will include awards from last spring. This will be scheduled after students return from break.

Superintendent Bill Pottorff discussed the mask mandate.

The board unanimously agreed to follow the recommendations

Winston teams take early holiday break

GRC West

Division Standings Boys N. Andrew StJ Christian Worth Co. Albany Pattonsburg Stanberry King City

ALL 2-0 1-1 1-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0

GRC 5-1 6-2 5-3 3-1 5-3 2-4 2-8

Girls Worth Co. King City N. Andrew Albany Stanberry Pattonsburg StJ Christian

ALL 2-0 1-1 1-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-2

GRC 5-3 5-4 3-3 3-1 5-2 3-4 2-5

1,713 food items go to homes!

The Winston FFA Chapter, in conjunction with the FBLA Food Drive, was able to purchase groceries to be sent home with Winston students, staff, and community members. This project started with a matching grant from Missouri Farmers Care. As word of this project spread, additional monetary donations were given to help purchase even more food. In the end over 1,700 food items were packed into 253 bags to be sent home during the holiday season.

The FFA members enjoyed being a part of this project and having the opportunity to give back. The Lake Viking Lions Club also helped with the project. Online photos at www.NorthMissourian.com courtesy of BTC Bank.

Boys Scoring Averages

1. Tanner McDaniel 2. Isaac Bird 3. Dominic Dabney 4. Alex Rinehart 5. Colin Sager 13. Payton Feiden 14. Cameron Jones 18. Zane Reed

N Andrew Gallatin Milan Worth Co. Stanberry Gallatin Pattonsburg Pattonsburg

25.3 23.8 23.7 20.6 19.0 14.4 14.4 13.8

Girls Scoring Averages

1. Cady Pauley 2. Webby Bailey 3. Jordyn Gray 4. Lexi Craig 5. Claire Tipton 14. Jenna Heath 19. Claire Hemry

Milan Pattonsburg Milan Stanberry Putnam Co. Pattonsburg Gallatin

31.3 21.3 14.0 13.7 13.5 10.4 8.0

from the Daviess County Health Department.

The 2021-2022 school calendar was approved.

The co-op agreement with Gilman City for junior high softball, and with Gilman City and North Harrison for football for the fall of 2021 was approved.

The above are the unapproved minutes of the Dec. 18 meeting of the Pattonsburg R-2 School Board. Present were Brian Teel, Bret Hangley, Ben deJong, Brooke Johnson, Steve Pankau, Josh Hulet and Lyle “Briggs” Hoover.

Winston’s boys were to take on Pattonsburg on Monday but they were forced into quarantine last Friday. The Redbirds were also scheduled to play Gallatin today (Wednesday) but that game has been cancelled with no makeup date, as yet.

Winston boys defeated Brunswick, 58-45, last Thursday with Jacob Uthe and Jakub Hisel leading the way with 19 and 15 points, respectively.

The Redbirds take an 8-0 record into the holiday break and are scheduled to resume action at home against HDC foe North Harrison on Jan. 5.

The Lady Redbirds take a 3-5 record into the break and will also resume Jan. 5 against North Harrison.

North Daviess ends year virtually

Dec. 11 was the last day for inschool learning for the 2020 year for North Daviess R-3 students.

All students began virtual learning Dec. 14-22. Students then entered the period for Christmas break. Teachers will return Jan. 4 for an in-service. Students will resume in-person classes on Jan. 5.

Superintendent Dan Street gave COVID updates on mitiga-

Daviess County FSA Job Opportunity The Daviess County USDA Farm Service Agency has an opening for a full-time Farm Program Technician position located in Gallatin. The application period opened on 12/15/2020 and will close on 12/30/2020.

Pay/Grade potential will be based on education, work experience, agriculture knowledge, and background and can range from $31,208 $56,222. All applications must be filled out online at www.USAjobs.gov;

the link to apply is https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/587099200

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is an exciting and rewarding place to start, build and/or continue your career. FSA's diverse culture and benefits allow for a healthy balance between your career and home life. In addition to a generous salary, FSA offers a friendly and professional working environment with a diverse workforce, flexible hours/work schedules, and other family-friendly benefits such as: paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, a wide array of health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Responsibilities include: carry out office functions pertaining to multiple program areas, interpret and provide producer education on federal program regulations, utilize various web-based software applications, use a high degree of initiative and judgement in completing assignments. An agricultural background is helpful. Customer service and computer skills are required. This is an office position. Occasional travel is required.

tion strategies on mask requirements at the R-3 school board Dec. 14 meeting.

The board approved a $5 million umbrella policy. An audit completed by Clevenger and Associates was approved.

Principal Kelly Hightree reported enrollment at 53 with two students in preschool, 22 in elementary, and 29 in high school.

Junior high and high school students were virtual from Nov. 9-17. Preschool through seniors attended the Children’s Christmas Store Dec. 3-4 at the Lions Club. The Christmas program was cancelled.

Campus Cupboard delivered food on Dec. 10. Second Harvest sent enough turkeys with sides for every family in the district.

District families also received a monetary gift and a ham from the Beth Wheeler Legacy Fund.

The board went into executive meeting to discuss employee and student matters.

The next board meeting was set for 6 p.m. on Jan. 18, 2021.

The above are the unapproved minutes for the North Daviess School Board meeting held Dec. 14.

BTC Bank backing the backpacks

BTC Bank donated $500 to the Back Pack Buddies Program at Pattonsburg R-2, which was very much appreciated.

For more details please contact Mandi Bird, County Executive Director at the Daviess County FSA. Office Phone: 660-663-3703 Mandi.Bird@usda.gov USDA-FSA is an Equal Opportunity Provider, Employer & Lender.

Winston Elementary students recently held an indoor snowball fight.

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Commission considers advice, information about mask mandate

Dec. 16, 2020 two other representatives from Courthouse closes Cheryl AlexanNorth Central Missouri Busider, Daviess County ness Facilitation met with the for holidays COMMISSION Health Director, met commission to discuss ongoing Dec. 24-25, Jan. 1 with the commisbusiness startups and expanThe Daviess County sion to advise them of ongoing sions, working with citizens on Courthouse will be closed Coronavirus cases in Daviess new business ideas, and workThursday-Friday, Dec. 24-25, County. Cheryl advised as of ing with schools (as soon as for Christmas.

Wednesday morning (12-16-20) they can return to school) to imThe courthouse will also be the county had 454 total cases prove technical skills training closed on Jan. 1, 2021, for New with 106 actives, approximately for young people in the county.

Year’s.

12 in the hospital, 336 out of isolaJanet Weidner and Jane tion, and 12 deaths.

McKinsey separately met with Cheryl discussed the possibil- Jeanette Sprague, and Julie the commission to discuss 2021 ity of imposing a mask mandate Osborn. No other applications budget issues in the recorder’s due to the fast-growing number were received. Wayne Uthe office. of cases in Daviess County. She made a motion to appoint these At noon the commission atadvised that Grundy County, three people to serve three-year tended a Zoom meeting for LoLivingston County and Harrison terms beginning in January cal Emergency Planning ComCounty have all implemented 2021; David Cox seconded, and mission (LEPC) conducted by mandates, and that she has the the motion passed, 3-0.

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Discussion was held regardlegal power to do the mandate Sally Black, assessor, met ing most of the townships need- with the commission to go over and implement fines.

Discussion was held regard- ing to submit their petitions to her 2021 budget. ing implementing a mask advi- renew their additional road and The commission received a sory for 30 days that will turn into bridge tax levies of $0.35. These photo of the courthouse taken a mandate if residents and busi- petitions need to be received in by David Fieth of Brighton with nesses don’t comply and num- the county clerk’s office no later a nice letter stating he was a bers don’t come down. Cheryl than Jan. 12 in order to be ap- photographer who was traveling advised that some Moderna proved by the commission Jan. around Missouri and visiting all vaccine may be available soon 13 so they can be added to the the courthouses. Mr. Fieth was for health care workers and resi- April ballot. Final certification especially fond of the courthouse dents of health care facilities. It for the April 2021 election is Jan. in Daviess County, ranking it as will also be two doses given four 26, according to Ronetta Burton, one of his favorites in the state. weeks apart. They will not offer County Clerk. David Cox made Ronetta Burton will write back complete effectiveness until 2 a motion to add the additional to him and send him some of the weeks after the second dose, so $0.35 tax levy for Grand River historical information about the all precautions including wear- Township for the April 2021 elec- courthouse and clock. ing masks in public, social dis- tion; Wayne Uthe seconded, and The commission heard the tancing always and aggressive the motion passed, 3-0. second reading of a petition to Discussion was held regard- close a portion of Yale Avenue hand washing will continue to be necessary for the next two ing the salary for the public ad- in Section 31 in Harrison Townministrator, Kayla Michael, for ship. months or more.

The commission also re- 2021. Per RSMo 473.742 her salCARES Act applications ceived a letter from the Missouri ary is set by statute, not by the were discussed with first time State Medical Association ask- salary commission, and is tied to applications being unanimously ing them to consider a county- how many conservatorships and approved as follows: Daviess guardianships she has averaged County Emergency Managewide mask mandate.

James Lewis, road and over the last two calendar years. ment, Daviess County Sheriff’s bridge supervisor, was not able Wayne Uthe made a motion to Department, Daviess County to meet with the Commission raise Kayla’s salary for 2021 per Admin leave, Gilman City R-4 this week due to an emergency. state statute due to an increase School, Daviess County CoroDiscussion was held regarding in wards for the last two years; ner. some requests for bids for brush David Cox seconded, and the Second and subsequent apmowing. The mower is mowing motion passed, 3-0. plications were discussed and Jackie Soptic, Green Hills were approved to be paid at an in Benton Township this week.

Discussion was held regard- Regional Planning, spoke to the equal percentage from the reing three open positions on commission by phone asking maining grant funds (approxithe Daviess County Board for Jim Ruse as presiding commis- mately 60%). An exact amount the Developmentally Disabled sioner to attend hiring inter- of remaining funds and an exact (Senate Bill 40). Jim Ruse ad- views for a new director coming percentage for each applicant vised the commission the SB40 up next week. Mr. Ruse stated will be finalized on Dec. 23. At SUMMARY DOES NOT INCLUDE ROUTINE PATROL ACTIVITIES would try to attend. board is recommending ap-THISheINCIDENT that time, all existing grant Stephanie Williamson and funds ($971,175) will have been pointment of Brenda Wright, COUNTY

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dispersed to Daviess County, its political subdivisions, businesses, non-profits, and citizens.

In the afternoon, the commissioners worked on the 2021 budget.

The meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. This information is taken from the minutes of the Dec. 16, 2020, meeting of the Daviess County Commission. All commissioners were present.

December 9, 2020 James Lewis, road and bridge supervisor, met with the commission to update them.

His crew has been working in Benton and Marian Townships on bridges and culverts. Discussion was held regarding some requests for bids for brush mowing. The mower will be back to mowing in Benton Township this week.

Cheryl Alexander, Daviess County Health Director, spoke to the commission by phone to advise them of ongoing Coronavirus cases in Daviess County.

Cheryl advised as of Dec. 9, 2020, the county had 386 total cases with 103 actives, several in the hospital, 274 out of isolation, and nine deaths.

Discussion was held regarding CARES Act funding applications received this week. The following applications were approved: Harrison County R-4 Gilman School; Community Ambulance District, second request; Pattonsburg R-2 School, fourth request; Daviess County Library, second request; First Baptist Church, second request; David Cox joined the meeting by phone at 9:30 a.m. and left the meeting at 9:45 a.m. Discussion was held regarding a CARES Act application from Daviess County Board for the Developmentally Disabled (SB40).

David Cox made a motion to approve the application as presented; Wayne Uthe seconded, and the motion passed, 2-0. Jim Ruse abstained.

Jon Dwiggins, Howe & Co, met with the commission to update them on some changes from a federal mandate that will affect which deficient bridges will be eligible for BRO funding in the future. Functionally obsolete bridges will be removed; however, the structurally deficient bridges will still be eligible.

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COLFAX TOWNSHIP NOTICE

In compliance with RSMO 115.127.5, notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Colfax Township of Daviess County that the General Municipal Election for the offices of Trustee, Clerk and (2) Board Members will be held on April 6, 2021, beginning at 6:00 a.m., and closing at 7:00 p.m., to vote for (4) positions to serve (2) year terms. Candidates filing for these positions may contact Richard Evans, Trustee, 32217 140th, Cameron, MO 64429 or calling 816-284-0609. Applications for candidacy will begin on December 15, 2020 and close at 5:00 P.M. on January 19, 2021.

Richard Evans, Trustee

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Winston woman charged with assault, kidnapping According to court documents, Caressa Ordonez of Winston was arrested Dec. 15 when a verbal argument turned into a physical assault at a Winston residence. In addition, Ordonez took the keys from the victim’s truck in an effort to keep him from leaving. The 16-year-old daughter of the victim witnessed the entire encounter and called 9-1-1 for help.

When Ordonez found out law enforcement was coming, she gave the keys back. Ordonez resides in the same house with the victim and his daughter.

Ordonez, 32, was arrested and taken to DDCRJ for fourth degree domestic assault and two counts of third degree kidnapping. She has past convictions for forgery and domestic assault. Bond was set at $2,500 cash only.

12/15/20 9 am – Court in session.

• Greg Ortega, 41, St. Peters,

MN, was arrested and taken to Daviess DeKalb County Regional Jail (DDCRJ) for first degree burglary, second degree property damage, and second degree trespassing.

Bond was denied.

• Caressa Ordonez, 32, Winston, was arrested and taken to DDCRJ for fourth degree domestic assault and two counts of third degree kidnapping.

Bond was set at $2,500 cash only.

12/16/20 9 am – Court in session.

• Tanner Jones, 23, Pattonsburg, was arrested and taken to DDCRJ from court for a bond violation. Bond set at $20,000 cash only.

• Chad Prentice, 49, Gallatin, was arrested and taken to DDCRJ for a probation violation. Bond set at $20,000 cash only.

12/17/20 8:18 am – Winston investigation.

• Sarah Pickren, 25, Kansas City, was arrested and taken to DDCRJ for bond revocation.

Bond set at $50,000 cash only.

• Robert Wilson, 35, Winston, was arrested and taken to DDCRJ for first degree harassment, resisting arrest for felony, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.

Bond denied.

12/18/20 9 am – Court in session.

12/19/20 12:45 am – Coffey investigation.

1:26 pm – Winston follow-up investigation.

• Ryan Kampman, 42, Bethany, was arrested and taken to DDCRJ for bond revocation.

Bond set at $20,000 cash only.

12/20/20 1:49 am – Lock Springs investigation.

4:20 pm – Lake Viking investigation.

12/21/20 3:15 pm – Winston investigation.

BENTON TOWNSHIP

In compliance with RSMO 115.127.5 notice is hereby given to qualified voters of Benton Township that the General Municipal Election for the offices of one Trustee, one Clerk, and two Directors will be held on the 6th day of April 2021, beginning at 6:00 a.m. and closing at 7:00 p.m., to vote for these positions to serve a two-year term.

Candidates filing for these positions may file by scheduling an appointment by calling 660-367-2298, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday beginning the 15th day of December 2020 and closing 5:00 p.m. January 19, 2021. Filing place will be the home of Evelyn Bayne, Clerk, 14015 147th St., Pattonsburg, Mo., except for state recognized holidays.

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Deaths

Mona Eckelberry 1941-2020 Mona (McKown) Eckelberry, 79, Jamesport, died Dec. 20, 2020, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City.

Mona was born on May 31, 1941, in Altamont, the daughter of Norman Virgil and Etta Pauline (Everman) McKown. She grew up in Jamesport and was a 1959 graduate of Jamesport High School.

On Nov. 15, 1966 she was united in marriage to J.L. Eckelberry in Miami, OK. Early in their marriage Mona worked as a beautician. Mona and J.L owned and operated Eckelberry Service in Jamesport.

She was a member of the First Christian Church in Lock Springs, and served as the president of the Tri-County School Board of Education. She was also a member of Single Sisters.

Mona was preceded in death by her parents and husband, J.L. Survivors include: daughter, Melody (Michael) Duckworth of Kearney; son, Craig (Cynthia) Owen of San Diego, CA; three grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; and two greatgreat-grandchildren; and sister, Brenda Ranes of Jamesport.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Jamesport First Responders or the Jamesport Junior Livestock Show in care of the funeral home. Graveside service: 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, Jamesport Masonic Cemetery.

There is no scheduled visitation.

Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Jamesport. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com.

Harve Harold Lykins 1955-2020 Harve Harold Lykins, 65, Gentry, died Dec. 19, 2020.

Harve was born Aug. 27, 1955, at home on a farm west of Eagleville in Harrison County to Donald Lykins and Phyllis (Miller) Lykins Murphy.

Harve attended Albany R-3 High School and graduated with the class of 1974.

Harve worked as a plumber, carpenter, welder, and a masonry. Harve enjoyed farming and took care of a variety of animals throughout his life. He was a previous mayor of Gentry.

He was preceded in death by his mother and brother Roger Murphy.

He is survived by his father, Donald Lykins, Stanberry; brother, Terry (Linda) Lykins, McFall; sister, Lois Green; brother, Phil Lykins, McFall; brother, Mark Lykins; and sister, Rose Murphy, Gallatin; 12 nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and greatnephews.

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Graveside service and burial was Dec. 23, at the Enyart Cemetery, Gentry. The family received friends on Wednesday at the Roberson-Polley Chapel, Albany, where friends were invited to call.

Gerald A. Prothero 1935-2020 Gerald “Jerry” A. Prothero, 85, Kingston, died on Dec. 15, 2020 at the Valley Manor & Rehab in Excelsior Springs. He

lived in Caldwell County his entire life.

Jerry was born on Dec. 4, 1935. He graduated from the Penney High School, Hamilton, in 1953.

Jerry married Dorothy Kipp on Jan. 18, 1953. She survives the home.

He and his brother, John, owned and operated Prothero Electric for over 50 years. Jerry attended and was a deacon at

Glenda Darlene Patton 1935-2020 Glenda Darlene (Rea) Patton, 85, Gallatin, passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 20, 2020, at Daviess County Nursing and Rehab in Gallatin. Glenda was born at home in East Alton, IL, on Feb. 4, 1935, the oldest child of Glen and Juanita (Haws) Rea. In 1945, the family settled in San Diego, CA. Darlene was active in high school activities where she wrote for the weekly newspaper and was a member of marching band. She graduated from Hoover High School at the age of 16 in the “top ten” of a class of 523 students.

She planned to attend San Diego State College and teach history in high school, but in 1950, she met a young Marine, Doyle M. Patton, from St. Joseph, MO. A few months later, Doyle (or Pat, as she always called him) was sent to war in Korea. When he returned, they were married at Darlene’s church (Fairmount Baptist) in San Diego, on April 21, 1951. They were married 58 years when Pat passed away May 24, 2009.

Because Pat was a career Marine, through the years, they lived in San Diego and Camp Pendleton (in California), Camp Lejeune, NC, two different times in Maryland, Virginia, Key West, Florida, Hawaii, and the Philippines. During these years, four sons arrived between August 1952 and June 1963 on four different bases.

Darlene and the boys went everywhere Pat was stationed except for Korea and Viet Nam. Darlene enjoyed every place Pat was stationed and made sure that the family learned the history of each place that became “home” and to make friends with neighbors and learn the culture of the “overseas” friends.

Over the years, Darlene was able to take business courses and enjoyed her jobs at Sears Credit Office and credit unions. After Pat retired from active duty, the family went back to San Diego to own and manage their bookkeeping business and planned to “never move again.”

In 1978, they decided to move to Gallatin to be close to Pat’s elderly parents since he was their only child. His father lived in Gallatin and his mother and grandmother lived in St. Joseph. By 1993 all of them had passed away. By that time Pat and Darlene were “at home” in Gallatin.

Darlene and Pat loved to travel. They spent time in Hong Kong, Japan, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, England, several areas in Mexico, Aruba, Panama, Costa Rica, several areas in Canada, took cruises to Alaska and through the Panama Canal and had been to 48 of the 50 states (for some reason they were never in Washington State or Maine).

Darlene was an avid reader and had quite a library of her own and enjoyed music (classical, “oldies”, and rock & roll) and musical productions. She bowled for years and loved to knit, before her arthritis “took over.” She enjoyed spending time with her children, grand and great-grands (that live all over the country), flying off to visit family members and keeping in touch with so many great friends from all over the world.

She was a volunteer for years on military bases and was a “mentor” for young wives during the Viet Nam time, belonged to Military Wives (in the Philippines she was the first president on the Naval Base with a Marine husband), participated with fund-raisers for scholarships for Filipino children from the small village near the base, was a Cub Scout Den Mother, chaperone for teen cubs, PTA officer, score keeper for Little Leagues. In later years, in Gallatin, she delivered Meals on Wheels. She also was a member of the Daviess County Business Women and was president a few times, a life member of VFW #2172 Ladies Auxiliary and was secretary for 25 years plus other offices over time. She was treasurer of VFW District #1 Auxiliary for several years and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Gallatin.

Darlene always said that she and Doyle had planned to have two boys and two girls, but God sent four sons, so their wives became the four daughters! She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Doyle; sons, Michael and Craig; brother, Richard; greatgrandson, Gavin.

Survivors include: sons, Steve (Alice) Patton of Gallatin, Kelly (Susan) Patton of Comanche, OK; 11 grandchildren; 19 greatgrandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; aunt, Donna Haws Davenport of Cape Girardeau; two nieces and one nephew and their families; and friends “everywhere.”

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to VFW Auxiliary #2172, Active Aging Resource Center, First Baptist Church of Gallatin, or a charity of the donor’s choice in care of the funeral home.

Funeral Service: 2 PM, Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020, Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Visitation: one hour prior to service at the funeral home. Friends may call after 9 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Cremation will follow the services with scattering at sea.

Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com.

the Wells of Joy Church, south of Hamilton.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jim Prothero; and sisters Roberta Straker, Mary Straker, and Lois Wise.

Additional survivors include son, Rick (Jill) Prothero, Kingston; daughter, Chris (Ronny) Bratcher, Kidder; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, John (Rosie)

Prothero, Braymer; sister, Neva (Bob) Feigly, Hamilton; and brother, Stanley (Linda) Prothero.

Cremation entrusted to Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

Inurnment will be held at a later date at the Kingston Cemetery, Kingston. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Jerry’s memory, to: Three Rivers Hospice, PO Box 1937, Platte City, MO, 64079.

Sandy Hogan 1948-2020 Sandy Hogan, 72, Chillicothe and formerly of Gallatin, MO, passed away Wednesday morning, Dec. 16, 2020, at Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe.

Sandy was born on Sept. 18, 1948. She was a homemaker. In addition to Chillicothe and Gallatin, Sandy had lived in Oregon, California, and Iowa. Sandy enjoyed fishing, writing poetry, and embroidering. She loved hummingbirds and frogs. Sandy was cheerful and loving. She will be dearly missed.

Sandy was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Catherine Walker and brother, Marvin Gravett.

Survivors include sons, Roy (Terrie) Hogan of Gallatin, Tom Hogan of Chillicothe, Tim (Rebecca) Hogan of Neosho, MO; brother, David (Ruthie) Gravett of Washington; grandchildren, Ashley, Jessica, Amber, Carlie, Kaden, Nim, Nahla, Brandon, Drew, Hayley, and Alton; 18 great-grandchildren and other extended family members also survive.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Green Hills Animal Shelter in care of the funeral home. Graveside Service: 2 PM, Monday, December 21, 2020, Clear Creek Cemetery, Lock Springs, MO. Visitation: 1 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service, Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Friends may call after 9 AM, Monday at the funeral home. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. (660) 663-2117 Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com

Public Notices

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IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DAVIESS COUNTY, MISSOURI

Judge or Division: PROBATE Case Number: 20DV-PR00042 In the Estate of TOMMY DAVID HOUGHTON, Deceased.

Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Independent Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of TOMMY DAVID HOUGHTON, Decedent: On December 9, 2020, the following individuals were appointed the personal representatives of the estate of TOMMY DAVID HOUGHTON, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Daviess County, Missouri. The personal representatives’ addresses are: Philip W. Houghton, 4503 Stonebridge Dr. West, St. Joseph, Mo 64505 Gregory L. Houghton, 805 Shona Drive, Gallatin, MO 64640 The personal representatives may administer the estate independently without adjudication, order, or direction of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless a petition for supervised administration is made to and granted by the court.

The personal representatives’ attorneys name and business address is: Drew Foster Davis, 1115 West Grand Ave., PO Box 610, Cameron, MO 64429.

All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of the decedent’s death: 21-NOV-2020 Date of first publication: December 16, 2020 /s/ Jennifer Hoppenthaler, Clerk

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

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10 Seventh-day Adventist Service hymns were “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear,” “We Three Kings” and “Angels From the Realms of Glory,” accompanied by Betty Edwards.

Pastor Mike Carner’s sermon was “Unto Us a Son” with many passages from the Bible explaining how Jesus fulfilled his mission on earth. The closing hymn was “Joy to the World.”

Mike Huffman led the prayers and praises session. Vivian Hunsucker introduced lesson 12 on “Sabbath: Experiencing and Living the Character of God.” The memory text was from Mark 2:27-28. After the church service was a fellowship lunch.

Many stayed for Bible study afterwards.

Gallatin First Christian Pastor Kyle Taft’s message on the fourth Sunday of Advent was “We Need A Little Love” based on John 3:14-21.

Announcements and opening prayer were given by Stacey Maxwell. Lois Carter gave the children’s message.

Prayer requests include Ju-

nior Burke, Jeff Page, and Emily and Rubee Justice.

Christmas Eve candlelight service begins at 7 p.m. The youth plan to go ice skating on Jan. 3. The worship committee will meet at 6 p.m. on Jan. 6; elders will meet at 6 p.m. on Jan. 7.

The next regular board meeting is Jan. 13 at 7 p.m.

Lake Viking Dr. James Cockman III was guest speaker on Sunday morning. He presented an amazing Christmas program. Jeremy Peiter and Dr. Cockman performed a couple of songs and then Dr. Cockman’s children did a story about the true meaning of Christmas. These children have tremendous talent and it was such a pleasure to watch them perform. If you missed their performance you can see it on the Lake Viking Church You Tube channel.

Olive Baptist Brother David’s morning message was “Our Savior is Born” from Luke 2. On Sunday morning worship service was held inside the church. Sara

Courthouse News Brian Copple, Gallatin R-5 School, met with the commission to drop off an additional CARES Act fund application.

Robert Mazur, court security, and Judge Ryan Horsman met with the commission to discuss 2021 budget issues, and ongoing courthouse security issues.

Wayne Uthe made a motion to approve an agreement with Schraeder Law for continuing legal services for 2021; Jim Ruse seconded, and the motion passed, 2-0.

Carl McDaniel, Washington Township landowner, spoke to the commission by phone regarding an issue on 232nd Street in Washington Township.

Pam McNeel, collector/treasurer, met with the commission to discuss her 2021 budget.

Jason Smith, coroner, met with the commission to discuss his 2021 budget.

Ryan Horsman, Robert Mazur and Pam Howard met with the commission to discuss court related 2021 budgets.

The commission approved a brush eradication extension for Lowell and Ruth Stewart in Washington Township.

In the afternoon, the commissioners looked at culverts, bridges, roads, and brush in Benton and Jefferson townships.

The meeting adjourned at 3:45 pm. This information is taken from the minutes of the Dec. 9 meeting of the Daviess County Commission. Jim Ruse, presiding commissioner, called the meeting to order. Wayne Uthe, second district commissioner was present. David Cox, first district commissioner, was absent.

Law Day proceedings were conducted

by Judge Ryan Horsman on Dec. 16. The following cases were heard: David Deming was sentenced to seven years in the Missouri Department of Corrections (DOC) for possession of controlled substance, D felony.

He was sentenced to 30 days jail on two additional charges, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana, and was fined $10 each on four traffic offenses.

In State vs. Vernon James Hawks of Gallatin, a change of judge was granted. Judge R. Brent Elliott was assigned to the case, and on Dec. 18 he sustained

WORSHIP

December 23, 2020 Ishmael’s children’s message was “The Meaning of the Candy Cane.” The food pantry is open to anyone in need. Please contact Brother David Leeper to donate food or if you or someone you know is in need. We will be collecting “Lottie Moon Mission” offerings until the end of this year.

Gallatin United Methodist The church has had virtual church services for the month of December. On Christmas Eve at 7:30, there will be a special inchurch service with masks and social distancing observed. For those not wanting to attend, you will be able to participate virtually on the Methodist website or on radio at 87.7, if you sit in your car close to the church. If you are participating off-site, then you may pick up a prepared sack of disposable communion elements and candles outside Pastor Brad’s office door to take home and use during the 7:30 p.m. service.

Plans are underway to start in church services on Jan. 3 at the regular worship time, with

required masks and observing social distancing.

Friends in Christ The congregation watched the message from home. The sermon by Andy Stanley of North Point Church in Atlanta, GA, was “Christmas Celebration.” It was based on Luke 1:14, Luke 1:26-38, and Ephesians 1:11. Praise songs were “Joy to the World” and “O Come Let Us Adore Him.” Small group time was held virtually. The “Be Rich” giving campaign was concluded.

Fairview Church Pastor Landry opened service with scripture and prayer.

Shelly Mason requested prayer.

Prayers was offered by Vanda Davis for the Toney Family,

Julie Frey, Lena Bridgeman, Bob Caples, COVID-19 patients, nursing homes, Mary Covert, our country, Randy Ott, Vickie Meadows.

Songs were “Away in a Manger,” and “What Child is This.”

The offering was by Jeremiah Landry and special by Marsha Searcy. The hymn, “Dear Little Stranger” was presented by Cathy and Loretta Speck. Vanda Davis read the Advent scripture, Isaiah 9:6-7 and Jeremiah lit the last candle. The scripture was Luke 2:7-14 and message, “A Savior born Christ the Lord” were by Pastor Shadrach Landry.

The closing hymn was “Go Tell it on the Mountain, with prayer by Betty McFee.

damage and trespassing. Bond was set at $20,000 cash only pending a bond hearing on Jan. 13, 2021.

Cases bound over from the Associate Division: State vs. Kolbey J. Sandgren, Maysville, escape or attempted escape from confinement, E felony; State vs.

William D. Johnson, Bethany, possession of controlled substance, D felony, misdemeanors of receiving stolen property, two counts drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana; State vs.

Donald F. Josling, Gladstone, DWI habitual, B felony, misdemeanors of failure to register vehicle, failure to drive within right lane, and no valid license.

Civil cases filed: Division of Employment Security vs. Daviess County Public Water Supply District #2, Gallatin, transcript judgment; Wakefield and Associates, Inc., Jefferson City, vs. Edward and Molly Kurtz, Gallatin, suit on account.

Associate Division Dawn M. Bright, Two Rivers, WI, was charged Dec. 18 with driving while revoked, E felony, and failure to display plates, infraction.

Defendants found guilty in the Associate division of the Circuit Court of Daviess County are listed below with the offense and fine assessed. Additionally court costs collected for the State of Missouri amount to $74.50 for moving traffic violations and $120.50 in most criminal cases.

Judge Daren L. Adkins presided over the following cases: Isaac Clampit, Kansas City, possession of drug paraphernalia, probation revoked, $25 and four days in jail; minor visible intoxicated, probation revoked, $25 and three days jail.

Joshua Pierson, Osborn, possession of marijuana, three days jail; possession of drug paraphernalia, two days jail, consecutive; minor in possession of alcohol, $100.

John D. Meuschke, Loves Park, IL, driving while intoxicated, prior offender, 10 days jail.

Justin R. Short, Eagleville, no valid license, $150.

Melvin R. Miller, Jamesport, followed another bus/truck closer than 300 feet, $130.50.

Tristan Pelkey, Holt, speeding, suspended imposition of sentence, one year probation, 16 hours community service.

Robert D. Sutton, Jamesport,

passing bad checks, $25.

Clayton Martin, St. Joseph, minor in possession of liquor, $100.

Jessica Salcedo, Cameron, felony non-support, probation revoked, suspended imposition of sentence revoked, sentenced to three years in Missouri Department of Corrections.

Jonathan C. Ewing, Kirksville, minor in possession of liquor, $100.

Bertha D. Maurer, Gladstone, domestic assault, suspended imposition of sentence, two years probation, two days shock jail.

Kodi L. Souders, Chillicothe, resisting arrest, 30 days jail; kidnapping, 15 days jail, consecutive.

Deandre Allen, Bethany, careless and imprudent driving, probation revoked, 15 days jail, consecutive; no valid license, probation revoked, $300; violation of order of protection, probation revoked, 30 days jail, consecutive.

Charles M. Mason, Raytown, possession of marijuana, $350; possession of drug paraphernalia, $150; littering, $100.

Jared L. Teel, Pattonsburg, driving while intoxicated, $350.

Michael A. Starr, Gallatin, no valid license, $300; driving while revoked, $150.

Civil Court Breach of contract: Easy Cash ASAP LLC vs. Emanuel Miller was dismissed by the parties. A default judgment was entered for Easy Cash ASAP LLC and against Jocelyn Bartlett.

Suits on account: Default judgments were entered for Midwestern Health Management and against Russell W. Huston; for Midwestern Health Management and against Edward E. French etal; and for Credit Corp. Solutions Inc. and against Jamee Teel. A consent judgment was entered for Bank of America NA and against Thomas L. Luka. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Leslie S. Hughs was dismissed by the parties.

Other contract: A change of venue was granted in Discover Bank vs. Tori N. Wideman.

Assessor’s Office Daviess County personal property assessment sheets will be in mailboxes by the first week in January.

Next year, you will be able to

e-file your assessment sheets.

The new website will allow appraisers, realtors, surveyors, bankers, and the general public the convenience of looking up basic real estate data, deed information, sale information and personal property. Check it out at www.daviess.missouriassessors.com.

Office staff and a representative from the State Tax Commission have been out in the field picking up new construction.

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a motion for change of venue to Caldwell County. Hawks is charged with child molestation first degree, two counts of sexual misconduct involving a child under 15, and failure to register as sex offender.

Probation was revoked for Sye Iness on two counts of possession of controlled substance and two counts of endangering welfare of a child. The previously imposed sentences of seven years on each count were ordered executed, to be served concurrently.

Tanner Jones appeared, and bond was revoked due to a positive test for drug use. A warrant was issued with bond set at $20,000, cash only. He is charged with felony stealing and burglary.

Ryan Massey pled guilty to possession of controlled substance, D felony, and was sentenced to four years in the DOC. He was sentenced to 10 days jail for misdemeanor DWI. A jury trial was set for Dennis McBroom on Feb. 25, 2021. He is charged with chronic DWI, C felony, and misdemeanors of failure to drive on right half of road, no valid license and no financial responsibility.

A jury trial was set for June 16-17-18, 2021, for Michael Clyde Moses. He is charged with six felonies, assault first degree, armed criminal action, resisting arrest, leaving scene of accident (two counts), and attempted stealing, in a change of venue cases from DeKalb County.

Scott Robinson pled guilty to domestic assault second degree, and a sentence assessment report was ordered.

Probation was continued for Jesse Brock with prior terms and conditions.

A bench trial was set for May 26, 2021, for Surezz L. Hunter Jr. for illegal use of car scanner, C felony.

Before Judge Brad Funk on Dec. 17, via Zoom, a warrant was issued for Sarah Pickren, who failed to appear for a probation violation on two felony counts of theft/stealing. Bond was set at $50,000, cash only.

On Dec. 21, a warrant was issued for the arrest of Gunnar D. Goll of Winston for a probation violation of failure to report as directed. He is charged with tampering with motor vehicle, stealing motor vehicle, property

Quit Claim Deeds Tract in Monroe Township from Roy Jr. and Tracey Hazzard to Dale and Jenny Hazzard; lots in Pattonsburg from Linda and David Crabtree to Clark W. Adler.

Beneficiary Deeds Lake Viking lot #1700 from Michael C. Wolfe to Robert C. Wolfe; Lake Viking lot #1818 from Jaimie Loch to Jaimie W. Loch and Abby L. Loch, co-trustees of the Jaimie and Abby Loch Joint Revocable Trust; Lake Viking lot #609 from Jaimie W. Loch and Abby J. Loch to Jaimie W. Loch and Abby J. Loch, co-trustees of the Jaimie and Abby Loch Joint Revocable Trust; lots and partial lots in Gallatin from Majiel Gibbar to Michael Saxton.

Warranty Deeds Tract in Salem Township from S&K Enterprises LLC to Honey Creek Ranch LLC; tract in Salem Township from Kendall R. Shannon and Cynthia K. Kimber to Douglas G. Miller and Gary L. Miller and Daniel G. Miller as joint tenants; partial outlot in Gallatin from Rachel Rhoades to Donald and Shawn Ohlberg; partial block in Jamesport from Janice Nestingen to Tod and Kelly Dodson; Lake Viking lot #2270 from Janet and Michael Van Wye to Jefferey and Ronda Speed; Lake Viking lot #38 from Pascual and Kathleen Marquez to Marcus and Judith Richards; tract in Benton Township from Karinda and Christopher Poore to Marilyn Boyle, Trudy Lewis, and Robert Boyle; tract in Benton Township from Shelly June Cameron to Marilyn Boyle, Trudy Lewis and Robert Boyle; tract in Benton Township from Steven Scott Cameron to Marilyn Boyle, Trudy Lewis and Robert Boyle; Lake Viking lot #239 from Michael Sr. and Cindy Burcham to Randy and Teresa Wilson; tract in Salem Township from Honey Creek Ranch LLC to Caleb and Katie Dennis.

Trustee’s Deed under Active Trust Tract in Marion Township from Kurt and Tina Esbeck, trustees of the Kurt Esbeck and Tina Esbeck Family Trust, to Shay Esbeck.

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Agriculture Hay for Sale. Large Round Bales.

Net wrapped. Grass Hay mostly Brome. Call 660-654-4260 CRP/Pasture Clearing With Skid Loaders. Tree/Brush Removal, Fence Removal, Brush Cutting, Food Plots, ATV Trails, Dirt Work, Etc. Call Gabe Buzzard 816-6783918 Farm ground wanted. Competitive rates. Aaron Landes 660358-2682

For Rent

Chillicothe: Small oak table with chairs, Rectangle with drop leaf.

Also, Oak entertainment center, 4.5’ tall, 4 shelves behind smoky glass, storage beneath. Call 303421-8423 CIH 8312 Disk Mower, well used $1500. NH 499 Haybine, works good $1500. IH 10’ Drill, clutch lift $750. JD 4400 combine $1200. Gehl 1540 silage blower, good condition $850. Call with questions 660-659-2016 For Sale Fender Stratocaster Guitar, Red Rose with 4 Pickups & Tremolo Lever $400 816-4651241 or 816-583-4436.

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

Used #32 enterprise meat grinder. Comes with hand crank and sharp 3/16” plate and knife. $250 Rudy Schwartz 660-684-6473

Apartments for rent. 1 and 2 bedroom. Good reference and deposit required. 660-707-3862

All Sizes Crushed Limestone and Ag Lime • Trucks Available

CASE Skid Loader, 85hp, by the day, week or month. Contact Gallatin Truck & Tractor, Inc. 660663-2103 or 2104.

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

Small studio apartment for rent in Hale. Suitable for 1 person.

Immediate availability. $250/ month, utilities paid, appliances furnished. No pets. 1st Month & Deposit required. 660-645-2316

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

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

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

END ROLLS available $5 each!

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

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

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

CRP Clearing and Brush Removal Black Dirt and Compost Dirt (816) 223-0928 Corn feed local beef. Half or Whole carcasses. Sold by hanging weight. Various sizes & prices. Available Soon. Call 660-6452316 For sale (6) steel 8” pipe, 20’ long. Could make driveway tubes 816-583-2514. No answer, leave a message.

TRAGER LIMESTONE Gallatin Quarry 660-663-3101 Nettleton Quarry 660-644-5821 Office 660-646-5831 Help Wanted Smithfield Hog Production: $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS when you join our team during the month of December! Call 660748-4647 or apply online at smithfieldfoods.com/careers EEO/AA Johnson Controls Inc. in Albany, MO is hiring for production!

Positions include welding and electrical, as well as general assembly. If you are looking to join a stable and growing company, Johnson Controls Inc. is the place for you. Johnson Controls Inc. offers excellent benefits, (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401-k, health savings account and paid holidays). All interested candidates must apply online at www.johnsoncontrols.com. Go to careers then search Albany Missouri and click on Production. No applications are taken at the plant. Johnson Controls is an EEO/AA employer.

Bella-Brooke is looking for a full time LPN or RN for our field nurse position. The nurse will be responsible for setting up medications, health assessments, skin and nail care. This is a MondayFriday 8:00AM-5:00PM position with one weekend nurse on call.

Salary is based upon experience. Contact Amanda Hampton at 660-240-5116 for application.

Chillicothe: Grand River Health Care currently seeking CNA/ CMT & Nursing Aide. SIGN ON BONUS! Apply at 118 Trenton Rd, Chillicothe or online at Indeed.

The Pattonsburg RII School District has a Fulltime Custodial position opening. Applications are available on-line at www.pattonsburg.k12.mo.us, or at the Superintendent’s office. You can e-mail application to Mr. Pottorff at pottorff@pattonsburg.k12. mo.us or call 660-367-2111 for any other information. Equal opportunity Employer.

Office Help: Needs to be trustworthy, have good customer relations and computer literate. Duties include but not limited to answering the telephone and communicating messages, as well as a variety of general office duties and general accounting. 32-40 hours per week. Applications available at the Jamesport Landes Oil Office

Notices Daviess County Food Bank, 1210 S. Willow, Gallatin. Hours: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Wednesdays. All business will be conducted outside. Please remain in your car.

Visit the new Facebook page at Gallatin Adventist Community Center and message the page to let them know you are there.

Services YOUR DIRT IS our bread and butter. Carpet and upholstery cleaning. David Baldwin, 816-632-2627 or toll-free 1-888-854-2949.

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 816-583-2143.

Branch at Lathrop, MO. Member FDIC & Equal Housing Member.

R. Huston Trucking & Construction. All kinds of dirt work, clean out ponds, demolition clearing, pulling trees, site prep, dig basements and tree removal. J.D. Tractor with Hyd ditch mower, brush cutter, track hoe, track loader, back hoe, dozer, scaper, mini hoe, skid loader, dump trucks.

Insured! Call Rick 660-334-0997 or Ron 660-663-3234, cell 816390-5161 AdZone: Your message to homes in Livingston, Daviess, Caldwell for as little as $7/week. Call 660707-1820 or email AdZone@GPCink.com to place your ad HERE today!

Skid steer brush hog mowing and fence row cleanup. Tyler Penner 660-654-4763 PRIVATE IN HOME CARE. 20 years experience. Excellent references. Light housekeeping, meal preparation, companionship, personal care needs. Let me help you or someone you love. Nonsmokers preferred. 660-973-2049 leave message

Wanted Wanting to buy standing timber: Cottonwood, maple, oak, walnut.

Call 660-646-5082 after 6:00 p.m.

Looking to cut hedge post on shares. Call Michael with Beery Fencing 660-973-3161

Garage Sales New hours for Gallatin ACSC Thrift Shop & Bill’s Barn Hours: We will be open every Wednesday from 8-3. 1207 S. Clay, 660-663-2478.

Visit our Facebook page at Gallatin Adventist Community Center or on the web at www.foodbankdaviess-county.net.

Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Madi and I am 8 years old. This year, I have been really good.

What I would like for Christmas is a new bed, a toy Santa lol, shoes and a toy Lego indorapter. I promise to leave out milk and cookies for you. Merry Christmas, Santa.

Love, Madi Reynolds P.S please say "Hi' to my dad and my sisters please!

Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Presley and I am 9 years old this year. I have been good some of the time. What I would like most this Christmas is an easy bake oven, Galaxy crocs, hard animal puzzles, jewelry and lotion. I promise to leave out cookies and milk for you! Merry Christmas, Santa!

Love, Presley

Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Baylie and I'm 8 years old. This year I have been really good.

What I would like the most this year is an eletrictic bike, legos/ Lego sets, spiro Nintendo switch game, Mario kart Deluxe 8 and a hover board. I promise I will leave out cookies. Merry Christmas, Santa. Love, Baylie O'Dell P.S. please say "Hi" to Rudolph for me!

Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Gracie. I am 9 years old. I have been good some of the time. What I would like most for Christmas is a hover board, electric scooter, easy bake oven and a highlighter.

I promise I will leave you some cookies. Merry Christmas, Santa!

Love, Gracie Youtsey

Winston Fourth Grade Dear Santa, Hello my name is Davie Kimble I would like a bike and a skateboard and a T.V. and candy and a game. And I want a Nintendo Switch and a sonic game. And Call of Duty Black 4. And a cool movie and a family board game. And I will leave cookies and milk. Sincerely, Davie Kimble Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Aleah Williams and I am 9 years old. This year, I have been good most of the time. What I would like for Christmas is My Hero Academia Manga, Anime hoodies, Hunter X hunter stuff, Haikyuu stuff, dinosaur hoodies, ERI Cosplay, elf ears and Cosplay anime school girl Cosplay outfit. I promise to leave out cookies for you!!

Merry Christmas, Santa Claus!!

Sincerely, Aleah Williams Dear Santa, Hello Santa my name is Nadalie Rhodes and I am 9 years old this year I have tried my best to by good maybe a little naughty here in there. What I want this year is a bigger better bike, Nonsurprise Foxy Lexie, Baseball bat. I hope you have a merry charismas and I hope you stay worm because I bet living up there is chilly. P.S. please say hi to all your reindeers all the elves and misses clause for me I’ll leave out cookies and milk, eggnog or mountain Dew. Love, Nadalie Dear Santa, Hi Santa my name is Hadasa Hocker and I am 10 years old I have been good!

Wish list: Cotton candy machine 10/10, eggnog 10/3, ripped jeans 10/8, bigger T.V. 10/9 and golf cart 10/10. Merry Christmas, Santa.

I promise to leave you cookies.

Love, Hadasa Hocker

Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Dayton Clark. I need or want?

A new brain!!!!!! Four-wheeler, Comet the reindeer, Drone and New 14 gear Mountain bike. Santa I will leave cookies and milk for you. Merry Christmas. Love, Dayton Clark Dear Santa, Hello my name is Clare Christensen and I am 9 years old. This year I been well some of the time. What I would like for Christmas is a black horse, gray horse, red horse and brown horse. I promise to leave out milk and cookies for you.

And I will leave out 9 caritas for your reindeer. Merry Christmas.

Clare Christensen Dear Santa, I am a good boy this year. I don’t know what I want this year except root beer and video games for the X Box and the Wii. How are you doing this year Mr. Claus I hope you are doing good. I will leave cookies for you!

Merry Christmas Santa Claus.

Sincerely, Joel Hunter Dear Santa, my name is Eli. I know you aren’t real but I want a drone, a full stoking, and laser X. I can’t wait for Christmas so I can get video that you are not real. My friends don’t believe that you are not real. But I know the truth. My parents and teacher told me the truth. Christmas is near I cannot was. I promise to leave out cookies for you. Merry Christmas, Santa Claus. Sincerely, Eli Lee Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Braydon Barlow. I want a four wheeler and new 14 gear mountain bike. I will leave out cookies for you. Merry Christmas Santa Claus!!!! Sincerely, Braydon Barlow

Winston Fifth Grade Dear Santa, Hello my name is Avery Taylor and I am 10 year old.

This year, I have been good some of the time. What I would like most this Christmas is art paper for an art easel, Cloud 9 movie and the one and Oley Iven book. I promise to leave out cookies for you! Merry Christmas, Santa! Love, Avery Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Kaitlyn and I am 10 years old. I have been good this year beside getting a C+ on my progress report for school. What I would like for Christmas this year is Crocs (fur in lined), sweatpants, sweatshirts and more stuffed animals.

I know it’s a short list but, I really can’t remember all that I want right now. Me and my Family will be working on the cookies for you!

Sincerely, Kaitlyn Estes Dear Santa, Hi, my name is Matthew and I’m 11 years old. I have been very good this year

and I want a big box of Legos, the whole Friends series on disk, the new PS5, the game The Last of US Part 2 and Call of Dutty Blackops 2. I’ll leave out milk and cookies for you. I mite leave you a note too.

From: Matthew Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Brody. I am 12 years old. This year, I have been really good.

What I would like the most this Christmas is a baby doll, Barby doll, VT, ice skates, roller skates, Dvd player and movies. I promise to leave out cookies and milk for you! Merry Christmas! Love, Brody Goll Dear Santa, Hello, my name is Isabella and I’m 11 years old, this year I have been really nice not naughty. What I would like for Christmas is Harry Potter stuff, stuff to play softball and cart for my crafts. P.S. I sent you something! Best Wish! Love, Izzy

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Church of Christ (108 E. Johnson St.) — Charles Ross, Evangelist; Lord’s Day

services 10 a.m.; Evening services 6 p.m. For transportation, call 663-4061 or 663-3957.

First Baptist Church (511 W. Richardson St.) — Bro. Daniel Pelichowski, Pastor; Bro. Wood Marshall, Youth Pastor. Bible Study 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.; Worship 10:40 a.m. (nursery provided). Evening Worship at 6 p.m.; Tuesday Bible study 6 p.m., Wednesday Adult Choir 8:05 p.m. For transportation, call church office at 663.663.2331.Office hours: 8 to 11 a.m. weekdays. Email: fbchurch@windstream.net Visit: www.firstbaptistgallatinmo.org First Christian Church (1501 S. Main St.) — Rev. Kyle Taft, pastor; Children’s Pastor Emily Miller. Sunday worship at 9 a.m.; Sunday School at 10 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meetings at 5:30 p.m. followed by Bible Study at 6 p.m.; Men’s Bible Study 5 p.m.

Sundays; Youth groups at 5:30 p.m. every second and fourth Sunday during the school year. Visit our website: www.gallatinmofcc.org, and also join us on Facebook: Gallatin First Christian Church Friends in Christ (400 N. Main St.) — Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m. and small groups at 11 a.m. For more information, call Shonna at 660.663.2228 Gallatin First Assembly of God (208 S. Willow St.) — Rev. Wayne Smith, Pastor, ph: 660.663.3213. SS 9:45 a.m., Celebrations 10:45 a.m.; Wednesdays 6 p.m.

Lake Viking Church (East Entrance to Lake) — Rev. Robert Nelson, Pastor; Sunday School 9 a.m., Worship 10 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study and prayer service 7 p.m.; Email: lakevikingchurch@gmail.com Mary Immaculate Catholic Church (409 S. Main) — Fr. Tom Hermes; Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m. on holiday weekends only; Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. (all year) Olive Baptist Church (Route V, east of Gallatin) — David Leeper, Minister; Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m. & 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer service 7 p.m.

Presbyterian Church (201 S. Main St.) — James Norton, Minister; Fellowship 10:30

a.m. and Worship 11 a.m.

Seventh-day Adventist Church (1207 S. Clay St.) — Mike Carner, Pastor, ph: 660.

772.3306; Saturday Sabbath School 9:15 a.m., Worship 11 a.m.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (211 Ash) — David Marble, Bishop, ph: 660.663.9258. Sunday Sacrament Service 10 a.m.; Wednesday youth activities, 7 p.m.

United Methodist Church (111 S. Market) — Pastor Brad Dush; Sunday School and Worship 11 a.m.; www.galjamesumc.webs.com; Email: gallatin_umc@hotmail.com

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United Methodist Church — Marilyn Dorst, Minister; Worship 9:30 a.m., SS following on 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays; Sunday School 9:30 a.m. on 1st and 3rd.

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First Baptist Church — Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday & Wednesday services 6:30 p.m.; church ph: 749.5577 — Pastor Shadrach Landry; Sunday School 9:45-

United Methodist Church — Eugene Keats, Pastor; Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

Alta Vista Baptist Church (NW of Winston on Hwy. 6) — Rev. Robert Dean, Pastor; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship service 10:30 a.m.

JAMESPORT

United Methodist Church (109 E. Main) — Pastor Brad Dush; Worship 9:30,

Sunday School 10:35 a.m., nursery provided. Website: www.galjamesumc.webs.com

Baptist Church (708 W. Auberry Grv) — Rev. Jim Whitley, pastor. Sunday School 9:45

a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study and prayer meeting 7 p.m.

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Four authors---Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John---tell us the story of Jesus. Each account contains unique information that helps us understand who Jesus was and is. A biographer cannot tell everything. They write what is important to themselves and their readers. I have just reviewed the gospel accounts of Jesus' first days on earth. Each writer adds meaningful detail.

Luke's account of Jesus' birth is a favorite. Luke is a physician. (Colossians 4:14) He understandably gives attention to the details of Jesus' birth---Mary traveling to Bethlehem in the final days of her pregnancy; the rush for a place to give birth; the acceptance of a space less than ideal, a barn; the angel Gabriel's visit to Zechariah and Elizabeth, Mary's cousin; telling of Elizabeth's geriatric Dr. H. Wade Paris pregnancy, a miracle of its own; then Gabriel's visit to young Mary to announce a greater miracle---Mary will give birth to the Messiah even though she “has never known a man.”

Luke tells of the angelic visit to the shepherds in the field. He tells us of the aged Simeon, to whom the Holy Spirit promised to withhold death until Simeon saw the Messiah. Then, there was Anna, a prophetess 84 years old who served God night and day never leaving the temple complex, who announced baby Jesus' Messiahship.

Matthew, a Jewish Pharisee, may have read Luke's account of Jesus' birth and thought, “You forgot to tell his lineage. Jesus is a descendant of King David.” Matthew begins his gospel telling of Jesus' ancestry through David all the way back to Abraham. It is no surprise that Matthew tells us of the visit from the eastern kings. That would be important to him.

John, writing much later, might have been privy to the accounts of Luke and Matthew. If so, he likely would have said, “You started in the middle of the story. Jesus existed before Bethlehem, even before the dawn of creation. Jesus is God. He predates everything.

Mark wrote his gospel account first. He skips the infancy narrative.

He may have feared the story would be lost if someone did not write it down soon. Regarding important matters, we are often instructed to “put it down on paper.” Perhaps Mark witnessed the crucifixion and was influential in the work of the early church. He begins his story where the action is---Jesus' baptism and early ministry.

I may have omitted details meaningful to you. Please forgive my omissions and give thanks for the gospel narratives, especially the Nativity accounts.

You may email the writer, Dr. Wade Paris, at the following address: parishouse@outlook.com

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United Methodist — Christy Clark, Pastor; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Heath United Methodist (2009 Oak St.) — Christy Clark, Pastor; Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.

First Baptist Church —

David Stephenson, Pastor; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Christian Church — Terry Oliphant, Pastor; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Fellowship 10:15; Church and Communion 10:30 a.m.

Oak Ridge Church (north of Old Pattonsburg) — Dwight Schell, lay

speaker; Sunday worship 10:30 a.m.

Word of Life Christian Fellowship — Clyde Hulet, Pastor; Sunday

School 9:15 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m.; Wed. Bible prayer meeting 7 p.m.

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Joe Michael - Cell: 660-663-9779 411 W. Grant, Winston, MO 64689

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9:30 a.m.

Kirk Pugsley, Pastor; Fellowship 9 a.m.; Worship

Scotland Church of Christ (26300 Flint Ave.) — Worship, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.

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Baptist Church — Bible study 10 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 6 p.m.

Highway Christian Church (I-35, Exit 88, south 1/4 mile on Hwy. 13)

— Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m. Ph: 660.425.6836

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