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Mask Requirement Questioned

Public Airs Back To School Concerns The Trenton R-9 Board of Education heard from members of the public about its back to school procedures due to the COVID-19 pandemic during a meeting on Tuesday night in the high school commons.

Sue Cooksey, Linda McCullough and Dena Romesburg addressed the board about its Back to School plan, with most concerns addressing the requirement to wear masks during certain times during the day. Later in the meeting, Superintendent Mike Stegman reviewed the plan later in the meeting to clarify some of the concerns stated during the public comment portion of the meeting.

Mrs. Cooksey, who said she had three grandchildren in the district, stated a specific concern about her grandson, who she said sometimes has trouble breathing at night. She stated she believed students would be constantly touching their mask which, in turn, would result in germs on surfaces with which individuals would come into contact. She said that Grundy County has had less than 30 cases and feels that the students shouldn’t have to compromise by wearing a mask after having to give up so many other things.

She stated her daughter is a nurse and has advised her not to wear a mask.

Mrs. McCullough, who has four chil-

dren/step-children in the district, stated that while she realized it has not been easy to plan for the start of the school year, she wanted her children to have what other school districts have when starting classes and that is a no-mask requirement unless social distancing is not an option as well as cleaning done before and after students are in the room. She pointed out several school districts that are not mandating masks and have higher COVID-19 case counts in their county. She said she didn’t understand how the district thinks it can “stop the spread of COVID” by requiring masks during the school day and then students don’t social distance or wear masks when they leave the school grounds. She pointed out several instances in which school officials and staff have been in public without observing CDC guidelines in regard to COVID-19 safety and said she doesn’t think her children should have to do what others are not. She said it leads her to believe “COVID isn’t as bad as we’ve been led to believe.”

Mrs. McCullough expressed concerns for her daughter, who she said has become isolated and needs social interaction. She stated her daughter is hard of hearing and asked what the district is doing for students like her. She added she worried about how wearing a mask

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will affect her daughter’s grades, noting she (Mrs. McCullough) is required to wear a mask one hour a day for work and suffers from medical conditions when wearing it. She stated she would be willing to sign a waiver if the district was concerned about liability by her child not wearing a mask. She also asked if the district would require students to take the COVID vaccine when one comes available, stating her children would not be taking one if mandated.

Mrs. McCullough did thank the district for offering a virtual learning option, but wondered how it would be mandated as students “need to see instructors or the computer” and that their work “needs to be graded.” She said some parents have been discussing formation of “education pods” for use in the district distance learning component to allow parents to rotate supervision and not have to miss much work time. She concluded by stating “give us what we want - a mask-only (requirement) if we can’t socially distance and a secure district.”

Mrs. Romesburg talked about the district allowing students to not be vaccinated for diseases she classified as “worse than COVID-19.” She said she disagreed with the school district and health department being able to tell her

TRENTON CITY COUNCIL

cleanout would be waived and that the only charge would be for the amount of debris that is removed.

Both the policy and letter are to be brought to the council for consideration at its Aug. 24 meeting.

The council tabled action regarding the use of electronic tablets by members at council meetings rather than a paper agenda as well as establishment of city email addresses for each member to use for city business. Because of the estimated costs ($2,000 to $4,000 for tablets and $15 per member, per month for a city email address), it was decided to consider those items as part of the 2021-2022 budget process.

City Administrator Ron Urton reported a pre-bid meeting is to be held on Aug. 12 for the airport hangar project, with bids to be opened on Aug. 20. He noted that the city will be paying a $1,700 fee to hire a consultant to review engineering fees being charged by See City, Page 3

See County, Page 3

See R-9, Page 3

R-5 Back To Sc cho ool Event

15 cents); $1.75 for all student breakfasts (up 10 cents); $3.50 for all adult lunches (up 25 cents); and $2.50 for all adult breakfasts (up 25 cents). A la carte milk prices remain the same at 30 cents.

Trenton High School graduation ceremonies were set for 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 9, 2021 in the Ketcham Community Center on the North Central Missouri College campus. THS Principal Kasey Bailey said the district is reserving its option to hold the ceremony at C.F. Russell Stadium.

In other business, the board: • heard an update regarding construction work from project manager Dennis Gutshall, including the Rissler School renovation project, which is completed other than the “punch list”; the media center, which he said is 95 percent finished and furniture scheduled to be moved in See Levy, Page 3

The Grundy County Commission formally accepted applications from 14 entities who are seeking funding through the CARES Act during its meeting on Tuesday.

The allocated funds, which were available to all taxing entities in the county, are the first round of applications totaling $961,527.72 of the $1,155,620 made available to the county to help offset extra costs incurred due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The amount of funding is based on the entity’s tax levy.

Entities who replied by the deadline that they will be utilizing at least a portion of the allotted funds include Grundy County, the Grundy County Nursing Home District, Grundy County Health Department, Grundy CountyJewett Norris Library, Developmentally Disabled and Handicapped Person (known locally as the Friends and Families of the Developmentally Disabled in Grundy County), the Grundy County Senior Citizen Tax Board, each of which could be allocated up to $121,439.71; North Central Missouri College, $85,412.57; Trenton R-9 School District, $72,593.57; Grundy R-5 School District, $6,818.47; Laredo R-7 School District, $7,521.59; Spickard R-2 School District, $5,837.54; Pleasant View R-6 School District, $4,214.95; the Newtown-Harris School District, $9.19; and the City of Trenton, $50,481.58.

There were 16 entities who forfeited any possible funding by not replying by the deadline and 10 who responded they would not accept the funding. Those forfeiting include Tri-County R-7 School District, Princeton R-5 School District, Meadville R-4 School District, Harrison Township, Jackson Township, Liberty Township, Lincoln Township, Madison Township, Marion Township, Myers Township, Trenton Township, Washington Township, Wilson Township, the Spickard Special Road District, Galt Fire and Rescue and the Laredo Fire District.

Those declining the funding were City of Galt, City of Laredo, City of Spickard, City of Tindall, City of Brimson, Franklin Township, Jefferson Township, Taylor Township, Grundy County Rural Fire Protection District and the Spickard Fire District.

The funds not currently allocated total $194,092.90.

That money, which may increase depending on how much is actually spent by the entities accepting the funds, will be used as “second chance” funds for additional expenses that may qualify for

Briefs...

Graduation Set For May 9

R-9 Levy Set; Aug. 26 Is First Day Of School During a meeting of the Trenton R-9 School District on Tuesday night, members approved the 2020-21 tax levy, setting the rate at $4.4135 on the $100 assessed valuation.

The levy represents a 19-cent increase over the 2019-20 tax rate due to a decrease in the district’s assessed valuation of just over $4.84 million during the past year. The levy is anticipated to generate $3,360,699 in tax revenue, assuming all taxes are collected.

The board approved starting classes on Wednesday, Aug. 26, which is one day later than had originally been announced. Superintendent Mike Stegman said pushing back the start will provide an extra day of training for teachers regarding online learning.

Lunch prices for the 2020-21 school year were approved, with increases ranging from 10 to 25 cents. The new prices are $2.60 for high school/middle school student lunch (up 10 cents); $2.50 for elementary school lunch (up

children they have to wear a mask at school eight hours a day. She also expressed concerns regarding special needs children.

Board president Dorothy Taul thanked those who spoke for their comments to the board. She noted that “the world is different now” and that the district has to adapt to it and modify accordingly so that students can “have learning and have school.”

During discussion of the Back to School plan, which is online at the district website (www. trenton r9.k12.mo.us), Stegman said it is a guiding document that is ever-changing, pointing out changes are still being made to address situations as they come up. Stegman said that while the plan is not perfect, the district is responsible for the safety of students while they are in the classroom and participating in school activities, adding the district cannot control what students and staff do after school hours.

“I can only design (a plan) for what I can control and that is during the (school) day,” Stegman said. “It is up to the student and parent to be personally responsible outside of the school.”

Stegman pointed out students would not be wearing masks all day, noting

The Grundy R-5 Elementary School will hold a “Welcome Back to School” night on Thursday, Aug. 20 at the school in Humphreys.

Students and parents will be allowed to visit classrooms and meet teachers during designated times.

Masks will be required.

Those with last names beginning with A to F will visit from 5:30 to 6 p.m. while those with last names beginning with G through M will visit from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Those with last names beginning with N through Z will visit between 6:30 and 7 p.m.

Tri--Co ountty S tar ts Classe es Tri-County R-7 students returned to class in Jamesport on Tuesday, Aug. 11, becoming the first area district to start classes for the 2020-2021 school year.

Enrollment, which includes a few virtual students, totaled 152 students in grades kindergarten through 12 with another 19 students enrolled in the district’s preschool program. That number is down from the 2019-2020 first day K-12 number of 163.

Enrollment, by grade, is kindergarten, 11; first grade, 10; second grade, 10; third grade, 8; fourth grade, 5; fifth grade, 10; sixth grade, 8; seventh grade, 15; eighth grade, 15; freshmen, 11; sophomores, 13; juniors, 21; and seniors, 15.

‘Clean-Out’ Letter Draft Requested

Purchases OK’d; Lien Policy Discussed The Trenton City Council agreed to buy several items during a meeting on Monday night at city hall.

Approval was given to the purchase of a camera for the sewer department at the cost of $78,551 from Key Equipment and Supply Co. The new camera will replace one that is approximately 15 years old and is being traded for a credit to the city of $9,950. The camera was included in this year’s budget.

Also approved was an ordinance to purchase fencing for the fire training tower site from Challenger Fencing at a cost of $24,250. The original purchase had been approved by the council at a meeting last month.

The council agreed to purchase shirts for members of the city council, which will be worn to meetings and special events at which the city is represented.

The shirts, to be purchased by the city locally at a cost of around $28 per shirt, will include each councilman’s name along with the city logo. It was agreed

that the shirts will be returned to the city once members no longer serve on the council.

The council voted to ask City Attorney Tara Walker to bring back a final policy proposal for consideration regarding tax liens the city has on private properties they demolish and/or mow. The administrative committee has recommended the policy allow for requests to be made to reduce the liens to be collected by the city to 10 percent or $500, whichever is greater, in order for the properties to be purchased by another party. The policy will not allow an immediate family member to request the reduction, then sell the property to another family or household member.

Mrs. Walker is to also draft a letter that the city will send to rental property owners regarding charges for removal of items by the city’s trash hauling service when a “clean out” of the rental property is being done. The administrative council recommended, and the council agreed, that the fee for a dumpster for the

National Weather Service

Other than a slight chance of rain on Saturday morning, we’ll be looking at a mostly sunny weekend with highs in the mid 80s and lows in the low 60s. The high at Trenton on Monday, Aug. 10 was 89 with 1.55 inches of rain. The high on Tuesday was 85 and Wednesday’s high was 90 with a low of 71. The high on Wednesday at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 86, the low was 71.

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The 2020 edition of the North Central Missouri Fair is officially over. This year’s event featured a livestock show and horse show. See page 2-5 of Section 2 in today’s RepublicanTimes for photos of the winners.

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Ten-year-old Mason Stowers caught a 5.5-pound catfish at the Trenton Lake on Tuesday. Stowers hooked a bluegill with a worm bait, then caught the cat with the bluegill.

Mason is the son of Jon and Ashley Stowers of Trenton.

Trenton High School quarterback hopeful Coleman Griffin (13) fires a pass during a drill at football practice on Monday morning. Griffin is battling his distant cousin Quincy Griffin for the spot under center.

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QB Club To Hold Fundraiser The Trenton Quarterback Club will hold a player auction and fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 15 at Black Silo Winery.

The event will raise money to help with the cost of new football jerseys and helmets for the 2020 season.

A social hour will get the evening’s activities started at 5:30 p.m. and a pulled pork dinner provided by Smoked Iguana BBQ runs from 6-7 p.m. The dinner is an eat-what-you-want, paywhat-you-want event.

At 7 o’clock, the player auction begins. Persons will be bidding on two football players to work a four-hour shift.

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Griffins Battling For QB Position As Season Nears When the Trenton Bulldogs take the field in week 1 against visiting Brookfield, a Griffin will be under center for the Black and Gold. Whether that’s senior Quincy Griffin or sophomore Coleman Griffin remains to be seen.

The distant cousins have been locked in a position battle over the summer and into the first week of practice, battling to replace Sam Schilling, a two-year starter who graduated this summer. “Each of them bring a different quality,� Trenton coach Kevin Hixson said. “I think Coleman is a little bit better runner while Quincy might be a little bit better passer. But they both have a pretty good knowledge of what we are trying to do and what we are trying to get done.�

Both players took snaps at the junior varsity level last year, but neither player threw a ball in a varsity game.

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Quincy Griffin pitches the football during an option drill at Trenton’s first practice of the season on Monday. Griffin is in a race with Coleman Griffin to be the team’s starting quarterback when the season begins.

Quincy had one varsity rushing attempt for no gain, Coleman carried the ball on a Friday night just once as well, losing six yards.

Both players will see their numbers jump dramatically this year, however, no matter who wins the battle.

While the competition is ongoing, the pressure is largely off the two combatants because both will be starters re-

gardless of who gets the nod at quarterback. Trenton will see one Griffin taking snaps while the other will be lining up in the backfield as well as one of the starting running backs. “The competition is there, but it doesn’t really matter because they are both going to be on the field at the same time,�

Hixson said. “Right now, if Coleman ended up being our starting quarterback, Quincy

would be one of our starting halfbacks and vice versa. They are going to be on the field no matter what because we are going to get our best 11 guys out there. But it has been a good competition in camp and so far this week in practice.�

Having both players in the game at the same time will open the playbook up for Trenton. Essentially lining up with two quarterbacks in the backfield makes Trenton more dangerous offensively and tougher to defend, but the real benefit for Hixson is having a wealth of knowledge on the field. “It’s awesome,� Hixson said. “They are both pretty good athletes and they both know the pass routes, so they give us a pretty good perspective back there.�

Trenton has always been a traditional running team and, when Hixson took over a year ago, not much changed in terms of where the Bulldogs got their yards. In fact, Schilling’s passing yards dropped from 966 as a junior under former head coach Brandon Boswell, to 515 last year under Hixson.

While passing will definitely be necessary at times, running the ball and understanding the concepts of the option offense will be key elements Trenton must find in its future signal caller.

Time is ticking on a potential decision. Trenton’s seasonopening contest with Brookfield is set for Friday, Aug. 28 - a mere two weeks away.

Super Bowl Loss Looms Large San Francisco Hoping To Get Another Shot By the Associated Press Nick Bosa said he hasn’t been able to watch the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl even once. Jimmie Ward needed to wait more than a month to pop in that tape and has watched it maybe 20 times.

The Super Bowl loss that came after San Francisco blew a 10-point fourth-quarter lead over the Kansas City Chiefs still hovers over the 49ers six months later as they begin preparations for what they hope will be a title run. “We all have that ingrained in our brain,� defensive lineman Arik Armstead said. “It’s all motivating us and pushing us to get back there. I think we

had such an amazing year last year and we want to continue to get better and move forward. I know we’re all excited to get back to work and try to get back to Super Bowl and win this time.�

The Niners could taste a title win last February when they took a 20-10 lead into the fourth quarter against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs.

When Tarvarius Moore intercepted Mahomes with less than 12 minutes left, San Francisco just needed a few first downs and maybe a defensive stop or two to deliver the franchise’s sixth Super Bowl title.

But the offense stalled and the defense gave up three touchdowns in the final 7 minutes of a 31-20 loss, leading to an offseason of wondering “What if?� “It’s all about the finish,�

Ward said. “I felt like we went out there and had a very great half, even up to the fourth quarter. The last five minutes we didn’t finish. It seemed like

they wanted it more than us and that’s why they won.�

The problems were on both sides of the ball.

Jimmy Garoppolo completed only 2 of his final 10 passes as the Niners couldn’t keep Mahomes off the field or deliver another score. The biggest miss came when Garoppolo overthrew Emmanuel Sanders on a deep pass from the Kansas City 49 with the Niners trailing 24-20.

The defense allowed three straight touchdown drives with the crucial play coming when Mahomes converted a thirdand-15 with a 44-yard pass to Tyreek Hill. That set up the first Chiefs’ TD of the quarter and turned the momentum in a game that San Francisco appeared to have in its control.

Only three teams have ever bounced back from a Super Bowl loss to win it the following year. Dallas and Miami did it back-to-back in 1971 and 1972 and New England did it most recently in 2018.

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that at the elementary school, students will not be required in the classroom (although the teacher will wear a mask), with masks only being required when students enter areas other groups are using.

When classes are held outside, masks will not be required.

Rules differ at the middle school and high school. He suggested that if a parent thinks their child is “high risk,� it might be best to keep that child home.

Stegman also addressed the virtual learning component, noting Google Classroom was being used so that teachers do not have to do two jobs. He noted changes could be made as school moves forward, with the district wanting to find out how many students will be participating in virtual learning during the school year. He said he should have a better estimate after Friday, which is the district has set as the deadline for students to sign up for that option.

Board member Cliff Roeder asked if the district had looked into using an outside learning source. Stegman noted that the Missouri Course Assessment Program is being used by many schools and if R-9 were to choose that option, the district would be responsible for the cost, although there would be some attendance reimbursement.

Board member Dr. David Whitaker questioned what the state might do regarding credits and end of course testing should schools be forced into

full-time virtual learning due to an outbreak. Stegman said he did not know the answer, but said the district could look at having staff come back to school to teach virtually. There would also be student assignments and grading. The unknown, he said, is how long the district might be away from school should an outbreak occur.

The plan has put in place a COVID-19 Response Team as well as establishing standard response protocol. Stage 1 addresses prevention and involves no confirmed cases among staff or students while the Stage 2 focus is on mitigation and involves one or more cases at one building. Stage 3 involves modified operations and confirmed cases in one specific area reaching 10 percent. Stage 4 discusses facility closure and suspected or confirmed cases exceeding 10 percent of a facility’s occupancy.

Stage 5 addresses closure of the district for a minimum of 14 days as mandated by the Grundy County Health Department, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and/or the governor’s office.

Athletic Director John Cowling, responding to a question from Dr. Whitaker, stated that MSHSAA does not have a mandate for student athletes to wear masks at all times, but has recommended masks for those not actively participating in “active� contact during a game and/or practice. He said the district is following that recommendation.

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reimbursement.

In other business, Presiding Commissioner Phil Ray said the commission accepted the resignation of Lynn McVay from the Grundy County Ambulance Department. Elizabeth Webb, who has been a parttime employee, has been moved to full-time status. The commissioner adopted a conflict of interest resolution as required by the Missouri Ethics Commission and heard a report from the Grundy County Health Department that there are five active cases of COVID-19 in Grundy County, with 29 total cases to date. The health department is actively preparing for the upcoming flu season and staff has been busy with immunizations as children return to school.

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Olsson and Associates for their work. The fee is required by the FAA, he said.

Urton also reported that the city has committed usage to all rock it purchased for 2020 asphalt work. Because of the high grade of the rock, he said the city would be unable to get additional rock at a reasonable cost. As a result, no more asphalt will be manufactured once the rock is gone. As of Aug 6, the city had produced 22,150 tons of asphalt and has

It was reported Grundy County Emergency Management Director Glen Briggs attended a regional training exercise planning workshop via web conference. The training is required to maintain compliance with the EMPG Grant.

Ray said the county is working to update the county website. Updated items include elected officials and updated information links.

The agenda for the Tuesday, Aug. 18 meeting includes a budget amendment at 8:30 a.m., followed by the annual tax levy hearing at 9 a.m. The commissioners will review CARES Act expenses at 9:30 a.m. and hear a report from Ambulance Supervisor Steve Tracy at 10 a.m. and Grundy County Health Department Administrator Elizabeth Gibson at 10:30 a.m. sold 20,324 tons.

Mrs. Walker presented the annual city council training to members.

An executive session was held for legal matters with no announcement made.

All votes taken were unanimous. Attending the meeting in person were councilmen Glen Briggs, Danny Brewer, Marvin Humphreys, Cathie Smith and David Mlika. Councilmen Kevin Klinginsmith, Duane Urich and John Dolan took part via Zoom as did Mayor Linda Crooks.

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next week; and the performing arts center, which he said is on schedule to be finished in February, however the date to receive seating for the center has been pushed back due to the COVID-19 situation. • approved early graduation for Cierra Bettis, Kasen Christy, Camdyn Leeper, Maci Moore, Chase Otto and Alexis Palmer. The students will be allowed to attend prom and graduation activities. There were no part-time attendance requests. • approved grant proposals from Ethan Stewart, who is seeking a GEC Foundation grant of $559.94 to purchase a wind instrument tryout kit for fifth grade band; from Amy King, who is seeking a $948 GEC Foundation Grant to purchase several sets of math manipulatives for fourth grade students; and from Carolyn Schmidt, who is also seeking a $948 GEC Foundation Grant for sets of math manipulatives for fourth grade students. • approved a memorandum of understanding with Green Hills Head Start regarding students and student information that is shared between Head Start and the R-9 District. • approved the state plan and local compliance plan for special education, the Annual Secretary of the Board Report and the conflict of interest ordinance as required by the state ethics commission. • received information regarding required one-hour board member refresher training as well as the fall MSBA

meeting, which is being held virtually.

All votes but one were 6-0 with Marcie Cutsinger absent.

Corey Leeper abstained from the decision regarding parttime attendance.

Following an executive session, the board accepted the resignations of Rachel Ferry as high school FACS teacher and Socha Osborn as a paraprofessoinal. Hired were Kaitlyn Ellis as high school FACS teacher, Kim Branner as Title I reading teacher at the elementary school, Levi Marlay as a paraprofessional and high school football assistant coach, Alexis Cook as assistant middle school girls volleyball coach, Rebekah Wiggins as assistant middle school girls basketball coach, Jeff Crowley as assistant middle school boys basketball coach, Harry Barrack and Vicki Glidewell as Rissler night custodians and Rebecca Boyd as custodian for outside buildings on the THS/TMS campus. Substitutes included Jeff Berti, Debbie Beverlin, Nancy Clark, Jane Cooksey, Barb Cox, Alissa DeKoning, Kayla Graham, Alyssa Schultz, Kara Lowrey, Dawn Griffith, Henry Lee Jones, Marjorie Keuhn, Emily Lasley, Cathie Lowrey, Lindsey McDonnal, Dr. Nick McHargue, Connie Omstead, Mary Woodson, Keith Allen, Chloe Bloom, Tad Trumbley, Bev Bosley and Janice Gates, classroom instruction; Jean Goldsby, middle school office; Carmen Coon, secretary/cook; Matt Wiggins, school nurse; and Martha Otto, Mattie Yoder and Debra Winn, cooks.

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High Low Last Aug. 14 WHEAT 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Sep 490 497 489 496 Dec 498½ 505ž 498 505 Mar 506½ 512½ 505Ÿ 511ž May 511 518 511 517 Jul 515ž 522Ÿ 515½ 521½ Sep 524 528ž 523 528ž Dec 535 538Ÿ 533½ 538Ÿ Est. sales 63,633.Wed.'s sales 182,100 Wed.'s open int 394,085,up 4,436 CORN 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Sep 315 322ž 314ž 322 Dec 327½ 336 327½ 334ž Mar 338ž 347 338ž 346 May 346ž 354Ÿ 346ž 353Ÿ Jul 353 360 353 359 Sep 355ž 362Ÿ 355ž 361Ÿ Dec 362½ 368Ÿ 362½ 368 Mar 375 378 375 377½ Jul 385 387ž 385 387ž Dec 379ž 381ž 379½ 381ž Est. sales 432,212.Wed.'s sales 556,620 Wed.'s open int 1,598,646,up 9,587 OATS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Sep 265Ÿ 265Ÿ 263½ 264Ÿ Dec 258Ÿ 258½ 255Ÿ 256 Mar 258½ 258½ 257Ÿ 258 Est. sales 198.Wed.'s sales 521 Wed.'s open int 4,425 SOYBEANS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Aug 894ž 905 894ž 905 Sep 880½ 894ž 880½ 893ž Nov 883 898Ÿ 883 896ž Jan 887ž 903 887ž 901ž Mar 889 903ž 889 902½ May 892Ÿ 906ž 892Ÿ 905ž Jul 899 913 899 912 Aug 901 912 901 910ž Sep 898Ÿ 908 898Ÿ 907½ Nov 895 907½ 895 906Ÿ Jan 897Ÿ 907Ÿ 897Ÿ 907 Mar 884 897 883½ 896½ May 887Ÿ 898 887Ÿ 898 Jul 903Ÿ 904 902Ÿ 902Ÿ Nov 895 896 890ž 890ž Est. sales 127,587.Wed.'s sales 219,616 Wed.'s open int 839,156,up 5,796 Aug. 13 Trenton MFA Soybeans, 8.28 (Aug 20); 8.08 (New Crop 20).

Corn, 2.70 (Aug. 20); 2.72 (New Crop 20).

Laredo MFA Soybeans, 8.28 (July 20); 8.08 (New Crop 20).

Corn, 2.70 (Aug. 20); 2.72 (New Crop 20).

Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/Carrollton (1-800-722-4407) Old Crop - Corn, 3.07; soybeans, 8.66; wheat, 4.91.

New Crop - Corn, 2.97; soybeans, 8.23; wheat, 4.92.

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The Grundy County Commission receives information concerning the monthly sales tax revenue along with a comparison of funds received a year ago. All three are one-half cent sales taxes, although the collection amount varies slightly for each tax.

GENERAL REVENUE SALES TAX TO DATE (The county’s tax year runs from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31) Month 2019 2020 January $34,812.36 $35,168.31 February $24,551.49 $29,696.37 Interest $272.37 March $55,772.58 $48,705.80 April $39,667.59 $39,183.61 May $24,574.12 $27,101.88 June $57,067.34 $53,990.01 July $36,644.91 $46,853.23 Interest $621.24 August $36,212.26 $29,705.30 TO DATE $309,923.89 $310,676.88 (Comparison Year to Date) $752.99 AMBULANCE SALES TAX Month 2019 January $34,802.87 February $24,551.35 Interest March $55,765.33 April $39,665.87 May $24,562.12 June $57,059.75 July $36,642.22 Interest 621.17 August $36,210.20 TO DATE $309,880.88 (Comparison Year to Date)

2020 $35,164.30 $29,693.07 $272.35 $48,705.86 $39,148.94 $27,070.81 $53,969.91 $46,853.11 $29,702.64 $310,580.99 $700.11

LAW ENFORCEMENT SALES TAX 2019 2020 January $34,802.86 $35,164.85 February $24,551.35 $29,693.20 Interest $272.35 March $55,765.34 $48,705.80 April $39,665.85 $39,148.83 May $24,562.11 $27,070.84 June $57,059.74 $53,969.86 July $36,642.29 $46,853.17 Interest $621.17 August $36,210.27 $29,702.55 TO DATE $309,880.98 $310,581.45 (Comparison Year to Date) $700.47

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Tax levies were approved on Monday night during meetings at Laredo, Spickard and Princeton.

Laredo The Laredo Board of Aldermen set its tax rate following a hearing a city hall.

City Clerk Ashley Bonnett reported the rate was set at $.9976 on the $100 assessed valuation and includes $.6983 for general revenue and $.2993 for the street fund. The 202021 rate represents a slight increase from the rate set a year ago.

The next meeting of the board will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 14.

Spickard The Spickard Board of Aldermen set its 2020-21 tax rate during a public hearing, which was held prior to the regular meeting. City Clerk Amy Chapman said one member of the public attended the hearing for the levy, which was set at 99.17 cents on the $100 assessed valuation. Based on an assessed valuation of $1,353,669, the tax is anticipated to generate $44,868 for the coming year. The tax rate was approved unanimously.

Action taken during the regular meeting included approval to purchase a chainsaw and metal detector as well as agreeing to eliminate the sewer charge on the Collins

water bill. The board accepted the financial report as presented as well as paid the July claims.

The next meeting of the board will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 14.

Princeton The Princeton City Council set its levy for the 2020-21 year following a public hearing.

Assistant City Clerk Corey Willett said the levy includes a general revenue tax of .08490 cents on the $100 assessed valuation while the band tax will be .00924 cents on the $100 assessed valuation.

The council approved three service contracts with the Princeton Chamber of Commerce. The contracts include $500 for local talent to perform at the downtown bandstand on Aug. 22; $300 for local talent to perform during the Calamity Jane Day celebration; and $600 for the band “This is Us� to perform on Sept. 19 during the Calamity Jane Day celebration.

The council approved the conflict of interest ordinance as required by the state ethics commission. A special meeting was set for Tuesday, Aug. 25 to finalize bonds for water improvements.

The next regular meeting of the council will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10.

AREA MENUS NORTH 65 CENTER Monday-Chicken strips or beef liver, baked potato, peas, hot roll, applesauce.

Tuesday-Pulled pork on bun, spinach salad, baked beans, peaches.

Wednesday-Taco salad, lettuce, tomato, mexican corn, refried beans, whole wheat chips, fruit cocktail.

Thursday-Baked potato bar,

chili with beans, broccoli with cheese, homemade bread, applesauce, cinnamon cake.

Friday-Hot roast beef sandwich, mashed potatoes, gravy, glazed carrots, peach cobbler.

(Coffee, iced tea, water and milk are served daily and an alternate meal of chef’s salad, crackers and fruit cup is available each day.)

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TRENTON REPUBLICAN-TIMES, TRENTON, MO.

OP/ED

The Final Word

by Diane Lowrey R-T Editor

Back To School - Be Informed I hope that patrons of the Trenton R-9 School District, especially parents, will take time to read the Back to School plan district personnel have developed to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.

The 12-page document outlines some general guidelines that will be followed as students and staff prepare to return to the classroom on Aug. 26. In addition to information addressing districtwide concerns, the plan addresses specifics in each individual building (elementary, middle school and high school) with regard Diane Lowrey to what the district will be requiring of and providing to students as well as what the district is asking households to do prior to sending their child to school. The remote learning option being offered by the district is also addressed, along with transportation, meals and activities, cleaning and disinfecting and the responses that will be implemented if and/or when a case or cases of COVID-19 are found at school.

Listening to public comments and questions asked during Tuesday night’s school board meeting, it appeared to me that either the plan had not yet been read and/or some were unclear as to what the information in the plan meant for their child or grandchildren. I was glad to see those individuals present at the meeting to voice their concerns and felt that Superintendent Mike Stegman and the board did a good job of providing answers. Most of the concerns voiced had to do with the wearing of masks. Stegman pointed out that masks will be required only when social distancing or cohort distancing cannot be accomplished (page 3 of the plan).

He also reviewed other parts of the plan in an attempt to answer “third- and fourth-hand questions” he had heard regarding what was going to happen when school started.

As Superintendent Stegman stated at the meeting, the plan is a “guiding document,” which more than likely will need to be changed as the year progresses based on what may or may not happen regarding the COVID19 pandemic. It is the district’s effort to provide a safe environment so that students and staff return to school.

Like every other plan, it’s not going to please everyone.

But I would encourage every parent in the R-9 District to read it and use the information in the document to make your own decisions as to whether or not what is planned is right for your student and your family. Unsubstantiated comments on Facebook are not what should be used as information to make an important decision regarding a child’s education. I would urge persons who have a question about the plan or need clarification to call the sources who know - administrators in the district office or principals in the office of a child’s school building.

In the meantime, the Republican-Times will be publishing the Trenton R-9 Back to School information in its Tuesday, Aug. 18 edition. Included will be a list of staff members at each building as well as online enrollment information, class supply lists and a 2020-21 school calendar.

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What Others Are Saying...

Medical Marijuana Skepticism

There’s nothing wrong with a little healthy skepticism regarding medical marijuana in Missouri.

Is the promised economic boost oversold, much like those of riverboat casinos 25 years ago? Is there enough research to really understand health benefits and potential side effects? That’s not even getting into the way that licenses were awarded.

Guest Editorials But voters in 2018 gave convincing approval to the legalization of medical cannabis. The constitutional amendment passed with 65% voter approval, better than “Clean Missouri” ethics reform and better than Medicaid expansion. Attitudes have evolved on marijuana, so much so that elected lawmakers and government bureaucrats seemed caught off guard.

It took only 19 months from the passage of Clean Missouri for state lawmakers to pass a proposed amendment to the amendment, which appears on this November’s ballot. Medical marijuana? There’s still no dispensary open for business, 22 months after voters approved the constitutional amendment.

Those who see medical marijuana for what it’s meant to be — a form of relief from immense physical pain — could be forgiven for asking, “What’s taking so long?”

Before you say COVID-19, which is a reason, remember that voters approved language that required the state to begin accepting applications from medical marijuana patients in June — of 2019.

Also note that the state isn’t willing to keep moving the goal line on when our taxes are due, despite the economic consequences of the coronavirus. Most of us only got a three-month reprieve.

On medical marijuana, some chalked up the the delay to resistance from Missouri elected officials.

Clearly, some are uncomfortable about liberalization and a rightly cautious of using medical cannabis as a Trojan horse for recreational legalization.

More likely, medical marijuana is stuck in the bureaucratic tall weeds, an example of government agencies managing to over-promise and under-deliver. Dispensaries were supposed to open this summer at the latest, but now state officials are promising September. It would come as little surprise to see the date pushed back to later this fall.

Granted, even without a pandemic, Missouri faced the daunting regulatory task of opening its doors to a new industry that was relegated to the black market for decades. But Missouri is not exactly at the tip of the spear. There must have been playbooks in other states to examine.

Those who see false promises in medical marijuana might not be terribly confident about this product bringing Missouri much more than more marijuana. But they might have even less confidence in our government’s

ability to usher in and regulate this emerging industry, The voters asked for it. At some point, you have to deliver.

— St. Joseph News-Press

Medicaid Expansion

Missourians on Tuesday (Aug. 4) spoke their minds on Medicaid expansion.

More than 53% of those who went to the polls endorsed it.

We urge lawmakers to accept that as the will of the people and move on.

We’ve seen too many recent instances where voters have spoken their minds — unambiguously — only to hear some lawmakers argue that the public has been hoodwinked, that voters didn’t understand what they were doing, that lawmakers know best and it is up to them to set things right for the good of everyone.

• Like Right to Work: Two years ago, in August 2018, Missourians went to the polls and by a margin of nearly 7-3 rejected a right-to-work measure. Lawmakers that spring had passed a right-to-work measure and former Gov. Eric Greitens signed it into law, but unions took their case directly to the people, gathering more than 300,000 signatures to force a statewide vote. Despite that lopsided result, some Republican lawmakers vowed to resurrect the issue soon afterward, and no doubt it will be discussed in the next legislative session.

• Like Clean Missouri: Clean Missouri was a constitutional amendment that enacted long-needed lobbying reforms as well as tighter campaign finance limits, and most controversially, it also created a new redistricting process. More than 62% of voters approved. Before the final votes were even in, some lawmakers said voters just didn’t understand the issue and had bought a pig in a poke. Lawmakers proposed their own alternative, which will appear as Amendment 3 on the November ballot, but already some of the state’s Republicans leaders — most notably John Danforth — are urging voters to reject it and stick with Clean Missouri.

• Like Minimum Wage: A similar tale unfolded for the minimum wage increase that went before voters in November 2018 and was passed — again by with an approval rate 62%. It raises the minimum wage to $12 an hour by 2023. Come January, some lawmakers were working to repeal it.

As for Medicaid expansion, we say: Leave it alone.

It was just last fall that Missouri Gov. Mike Parson vowed to uphold the will of the voters.

“If the people of the state of Missouri — that is their will and they vote to do that — that’s what I’m supposed to do is uphold the will of the people of this state, and that’s what I intend to do regardless of whether I agree with the issue or whether I don’t.”

We urge him to remember his pledge.

— Joplin Globe

ELECTED OFFICIALS ADDRESSES SEN. ROY BLUNT

SEN. JOSH HAWLEY

260 Russell Senate Office Bldg.

Washington, DC 20510 Phone: 202-224-5721

U.S. REP. SAM GRAVES

B40A Dirksen Senate Office Bldg.

Washington, DC 20510 Phone: 202-224-6154 E-Mail: senator@hawley.senate.gov

STATE SEN. DAN HEGEMAN Room 332, 201 W. Capitol Ave. Jefferson City, MO 65101 Phone: 573-751-1415 E-Mail: dan.hegeman@senate.mo.gov

1135 Longworth House Office Bldg.

Washington D.C. 20515 Phone: 202-225-7041 E-Mail: sam.graves@mail.house.gov

STATE REP. RUSTY BLACK Room 115C State Capitol 201 W. Capitol Ave. Jefferson City, MO 65101 Phone: 573-751-2917 E-Mail: rusty.black@house.mo.gov

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TRENTON REPUBLICAN-TIMES, TRENTON, MO.

LOCAL / COMMUNITY

Photo Courtesy of Pleasant View R-6 School District

The Pleasant View R-6 School District was recently awarded a $30,000 Playground Scrap-Tire Material Grant by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Solid Waste Management Program. The grant provides funds for material and abor for installation of a poured-in-place scrap-tire surface for the school’s playgrounds. The project began on May 12 with staff and board members removing the existing pea gravel and loose tire chips from the existing playgrounds. Ecoturf of Kansas City then completed the project by installing the poured-in-place rubber surface. In all, the project utilized 26,280 pounds of recycled rubber. Eighty-five percent of the rubber used was from recycled tires and 100 percent of the recycled rubber was from Missouri. DNR provides the grant funds from the 50-cent fee paid on the purchase of new tires n the state that is in effect through Dec. 31, 2025.

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The Trenton Fire Department is seeking volunteer firefighters.

Those selected will be trained through the Basic Firefighter course.

For more information, call 359-5552.

Pastors Don and Sharon Jahraus of Trenton will celebrate their 50th anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020. The couple were married on Aug. 15, 1970 in Murdo, SD. They are the parents of a daughter, Stephanie (Keith) Hespe of Okaton, SD; three grandchildren, Wyatt Hespe, Kalli (Emmitt) Houchin and Zachary Hespe; and a great-grandson, Easton Houchin. Cards may be sent to the couple at 800 Grandview Crest, Trenton, MO 64683.

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The Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library has received a $2,500 literacy grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation. The grant will be used for the library summer reading program and literacy initiatives. Pictured are, from left, Dollar General Regional Director Kelli Helzer, Local Dollar General Store Manager Lisa Keeney, Librarian Amy Morton, Children’s Librarian Verna Houck and Dollar General District Manager Cody Hand.

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Major Dale Stepp American Legion Post No. 31 of Trenton has made a donation of masks and gloves to the Green Hills Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shelter. Volunteers from the North 65 Center made 20 masks, which the post then donated to the shelter.

Pictured are Post Commander Curtis Ward, left, and shelter advocate Laurie Stevenson.

Carol Wilford Charles and Vickie Bowe visited with Dale and Betty Freeman at their home in Trenton on Thursday, July 23.

Clint and Amy Bowe and daughters, Abigail, Addison and Alyssa of Maryville spent July 24-26 with Charles and Vickie Bowe. Casey and Jennifer Bowe and family, Cayden, Hannah and Catelin of Laredo joined all of them for lunch on Sunday.

The Laredo Lions Club met on Monday, July 27 at the Laredo Community Building.

There was no meal or any singing. After members repeated the pledge to the American flag, Dan Wilford opened the meeting with prayer.

Members present included Bonna Dittberner, Margaret Chapman, Lewis Griffin, Martha Owen, Dean Smalling, Dan and Carol Wilford, Barbara Russell and Cassidy Russell. Misty Foster of Newtown was the guest speaker. As superintendent of the Laredo school, Mrs. Foster informed the group about the Bright Fu-

tures organization in Trenton.

There will be a Back-toSchool event on Aug. 13 at the Laredo school, which will provide school supplies to the students. During the business meeting, it was decided to donate money toward the Laredo studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; school supplies. Also discussed was the Lions scholarships for high school seniors. Club members are also thinking of new ways to have fundraisers in the future. The next regular Lions Club meeting will be at 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 24.

Carol Wilford and Barbara Russell took a day trip to Ivy Bend, near Stover on Monday, Aug. 3. They stopped in Marshall to give birthday presents to Carol's grandchildren, Halley and Dustin Campbell, and to return a cooler the Campbells had left at the Wilfords in July. They ate in Marshall and stopped at a shoe store. On the way home that night, they stopped at the Campbells to pick up some garden produce from the Campbellsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; garden in their yard.

Email your news information to the Republican-Times at rtimes@lyn.net

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Trenton Area Calendar of Events SATURDAY Trenton Quarterback Club Fundraiser, Black Silo Winery, food from 6 to 7 p.m., auction at 7 p.m.

Trenton Cruise Night, Downtown Trenton, 6 p.m. Food vendors available.

Church Women United Thrift Shop, 17th & Harris, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Halloween Haunting Sales.

Grief Share Self-Help Group, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 4:30 p.m.

Celebrate Recovery, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m.

SUNDAY Narcotics Anonymous, St. Philipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Episcopal Church, 4 p.m.

MONDAY Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m. For more information, call 359-2704 or 357-2367.

North 65 Center: Line Dancers, 9:30 a.m.; Light and Lively Exercise Group and Cards, 12:30 p.m.

TUESDAY Grundy County Democratic Central Committee, Joseph L. Norton VFW Post No. 919, 7 p.m.

Domestic Violence/Anger Management Group, North Central Missouri Mental Health Center, 7 to 9 p.m.

Church Women United Thrift Shop, 17th & Harris, noon to 4 p.m.

Trenton Lions Club, First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, noon.

Spickard Coffee Club, Wise Community Center, 8 a.m.

North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health Services, 1506 Oklahoma Ave. (use the second door on the north), 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. For appointment call 359-2885.

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by Missouri law, such as investment contracts, partnership interests, or notes. It is possible that these advertisements or the offers on which they are based may require registration with the Missouri Securities Division under Chapter 509 of the Revised Missouri Statutes.

Advertisers and potential advertisers are advised that transactions and advertisements involving securities entail certain rights and responsibilities created by the above mentioned laws. If you have any questions, call your attorney or the Missouri Securities Division at 1800-721-7996.

Anyone considering investing should be aware that all persons who sell securities and the securities they sell must be registered or exempt from registration with the Securities Division of the Secretary of State's office. To make sure the individual and the investment are registered prior to investing, call 1-800-721-7996.

INVESTIGATE BEFORE YOU INVEST! Always a good policy, especially for business opportunities and franchises. Call MO Attorney General at (880) 392-8222 or the Federal Trade Commission at (877) FTC-HELP for free information. Or visit our Web site at www.ftc.gov/bizop.

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Republican-Times 122 E. 8th St. 359-2212 Fax: 660-359-4414 ------------------------------------------Corie Cutsinger - Single Phase, Three Phase, Motor Controls, Control Voltages, Computer Controlled Equipment.

New thermal imaging camera; bucket truck for aeriel work; underground locator. Wired Electrical & Automation, LLC, 359-1847.

Tdtf ------------------------------------------*SEAMLESS GUTTERING* We are ready to replace your old gutters with new seamless aluminum gutters! MOORE’S CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience.

TAug28 ------------------------------------------WANTED!! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks. Highest prices paid! You Call - We Come Get It! FRONTIER AUTO & TRUCK PARTS (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage) 145 Hwy. W., Trenton, 359-3888.

Fdtf ------------------------------------------PIANO TUNING SERVICE – Taking out the wrong note since 1988. Call early - spots fill up fast! Keith Sarver 660-4252547. Like Us on Facebook!

TOct2 ------------------------------------------Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800425-0976 or 485-6611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience.

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Fdtf ------------------------------------------ASAP LOCKSMITH, Warren Soptic - Owner - 359-6625, Trenton.

Tdtf -----------------------------------------Cox Family Dentistry, P.C. Andrew P. Cox, D.D.S. 1011 Cedar St., Trenton. 660-3596889 or 660-359-6993.

Tdtf ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT LUMBER Full Service Lumberyard We also sell Trusses/ metal/rebar/concrete blocks.

New Hardware Department Gift Certificates and Delivery Available – Free Estimates 32089 St. Hwy 6, Jamesport 660-684-6404 FOct2 -----------------------------------------WILSON’S HEATING & COOLING - We service all makes and models. Authorized Rheem Dealer. Bill Wilson 660359-3403.

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RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital. 5 Unit sizes available, prices starting at $19 per month. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 359-1069 or 359-7683.

Fdtf ------------------------------------------H & S CONTRACTING Remodeling, room additions, garages & decks * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing & excavation. Kale Hoerrmann Owner, 30 years experience – 660-953-0724.

FSep18 ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT BUILDERS 660-684-6931 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport POLE BARNS – GARAGES Spray foam insulation FOct2 ------------------------------------------Fiber Optic Broadband Internet!!

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Choose in store pickup and pay 0 shipping fees. Text or call for appointment. $25 FFL Transfers Nathan Rorebeck 425 NW 40th St. Trenton, MO 64683 660-635-0469 www.bignastys.com FSep18 ------------------------------------------PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 359-3699–shop, 3592202–home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 60’ bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder.

Licensed & insured. Free Estimates!

Tdtf ------------------------------------------S&B Hinnen Hauling & Construction, L.L.C. Rock • Sand • Dirt Asphalt • Grain Demolition Debris & Excavation Services Shaunda - 660-973-4445 Brian - 660-973-2983 90 Mansur Street Chula, MO 64635 sbhinnenhauling@yahoo.com FAug11-Sep4* ------------------------------------------YODER CONSTRUCTION, Daniel Yoder, 660-748-3099 (leave message). New Roofs * Pole Barns * Remodeling * Decks. Good Service * Quality Structure * Affordable FOct9 ------------------------------------------Lawn work, stump grinding, brush cutting w/removal and more! Call me about your project! Good work at a good price.

Contact Dustin Wilson, 660635-1282.

TJul21-Aug14 ------------------------------------------AKC Recycling - Buying copper, brass, aluminum, etc....

Also doing... Auto Repair. Call Alec: 660-654-0163 1209 NE 10th Ave., Spickard, MO. FJul21-Aug14 ------------------------------------------J&M Handyman and Construction Jeremy Whitaker 2005 Lulu St. Trenton, MO 64683 816-724-4328 Serving Trenton and Surrounding Areas *Licensed & Insured* "The smallest things can make the biggest difference!"

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Wanting to buy standing timber: cottonwood, maple, oak, walnut. Call 660-646-5082 after 6:00 p.m. dtf ------------------------------------------Wanting to buy standing timber. All trees considered. Call 660-605-1699. FJul24-Aug21* -------------------------------------------

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INSURANCE

Turning 65 This Year? Call Larry Bunnell at 359-7467 or 359-4700 for your insurance quotes on Medicare Supplements, Nursing Home, Major Medical, Life & Group Health plans. 1600 East 9th Street, Trenton.

Tdtf ------------------------------------------See me for quotes on *Life Insurance *Guaranteed Life Insurance *Annuities *IRAs *Medicare Supplements RON DOUGAN 903 Main St., Trenton, MO 660-359-0100 51 years in the Insurance Business Tdtf ------------------------------------------Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-359-4100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield.

We’re your shelter. ShelterInsurance.com Tdtf ------------------------------------------HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-289-1935 He is originally from Gilman City and we feel his 28 years of experience in the insurance business is a BIG PLUS to our agency. Or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different" Tdtf -------------------------------------------

REAL ESTATE

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

"We will not knowingly accept any advertising for property which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all advertised property is available on an equal opportunity basis."

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Heartland Realty 701 Main Trenton, MO

660-359-1634 www.HeartlandRealtyMo.com

ROCK HOUSE FARM Enjoy the incredible wooded view from your front porch and back wood deck. This wellknown rock ranch is sided with limestone rock. Approximately 3600 sq. ft. of living space with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and 3 fireplaces that all work. Property includes a 30’x60’ insulated Morton building, 24’x26’ garage and 2.6 acre lake. White tail buck deer and wild turkey have been harvested on the property.

All situated on 20 plus acres.

The home is ideal for entertaining and/or an independent living area. Also included is an A-frame cabin that sleeps six. MUST SEE! Price reduced for quick sale. Call for more information.

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FORMER LAW OFFICE FOR SALE 810 Washington St., Trenton, MO 64683 Sale Price: $385,000 Building Size: 6,250 SF Contact Broker: Windfield Real Estate 816-612-5191 Andrew@WindfieldRealEstate.com WindfieldRealEstate.com TJul28-Aug21* ------------------------------------------Homeland Realty Lynn McCarter Broker/Owner 1601 Park Lane Trenton, MO 64683 Cell: (660) 635-0181 Office: (660) 359-3458 tradesdirt@gmail.com www.homelandrealty-mo.com TJun30-Sep18 ------------------------------------------For Service Beyond The Sale, Call Me! John Graber Land & Farm Specialist 660-654-3566 johngraber@davidsonre.com Davidson Real Estate Specializing in Land & Farms 321 N. Walnut Cameron, MO 64429 (816) 632-4400 www.FarmSales.com info@davidsonre.com dtf -------------------------------------------

FOR SALE

Milwaukee battery-operated power tools, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, chain saws and pole saws. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 359-3660.

T303d25 ------------------------------------------Cardinal Mini Barns Due to rising lumber prices, there will be a price increase on all buildings starting August 14, 2020. See our displays at 1062 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, or call Rene at 660-654-3327.

FAug14 ------------------------------------------Used Maytag wringer wash machine, wanted electric. 660286-2682.

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FOR RENT

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All rental property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

"We will not knowingly accept any advertising for rental property which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis."

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LOCK-N-GO STORAGE 2709 Pleasant Plain 660-6540241. tf ------------------------------------------Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Kathy Cheek at 660-359-5647.

S553dtf ------------------------------------------1012 Laclede St., 1 bed, 1 bath, $300 rent plus utilities, $200 deposit. 660-223-8001.

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FARM NEEDS

CRP/PASTURE CLEARING Tree Pulling/Removal with Skid Loader Call Gabe Buzzard Trenton, MO 816-678-3918 FAug28* ------------------------------------------*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-358-2682 L905tf ------------------------------------------Big Square Hay Baling, Brush Hogging. Peter Beery 660-6544764.

FJul28-Aug21 ------------------------------------------See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves.

Consumer Oil & Supply 614 Harris Ave. 359-2258 C361dtf ------------------------------------------Square bales of Alfalfa (2nd & 3rd cutting), Brome (1st & 2nd cutting), Mixed grass (1st cutting), Clover grass mix (2nd cutting. Satisfaction Guaranteed * Delivery available. Call Bob Holloway, 660-358-2128 FAug11-Sep4* -------------------------------------------

WEB SITES

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Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlautosupply.com T470dtf -----------------------------------------CENTURY 21 TEAM ELITE www.C21Trenton.com www.MissouriFarms.com C184dtf -------------------------------------------

PETS/ANIMALS

Shelly's Pet Care. 660-6846864, 103 S. Locust St., Jamesport, MO 64648. Professional, Personalized Grooming. Appointments available Monday Saturday. 35 Years of Experience! Serving the Green Hills Area since 1996! dtf -------------------------------------------

NOTICES

The Republican-Times business office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Monday thru Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday.

The office is closed on Sat.

Republican-Times 122 E. 8th St. 359-2212 Fax: 660-359-4414 ------------------------------------------THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP, 1736 East 9th • 359-3313. Premium Diesel, Gas, 10% Ethanol – CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE – Dean, Hankook, Cooper tires.

Tdtf ------------------------------------------REPUBLICAN-TIMES CHARGES Standard obituaries written by the newspaper are not charged.

Photo with obituary $25 Obituary written as requested starts at $35 Obituary written as requested with photo starts at $50 Photos with standard engagement announcement $25 Photo w/anniversary $25 ea Standard wedding with photo submitted within the 3-month deadline $25 ------------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is accepting proposals for the completion of an Indirect Cost Rate audit/report. Please see www.ncmissouri.edu for additional details.

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HELP WANTED

Construction Workers Wanted Full-time employment company hiring! Provides good pay to qualified individuals experienced in carpentry, electric, plumbing or heating and cooling with a strong desire to learn any of the other trades mentioned that they are not experienced in and perform as leaders. Require 3 years minimum experience in one of the 4 trades mentioned.

May be required to work weekends on occasion. For more info, call 660-445-2130.

FJul21-Aug14 ------------------------------------------Country Cupboard in Jamesport is looking for cooks - all shifts. Applications can be picked up at 1011 Old Hwy 6, Jamesport, MO or call 660-684-6597.

C305d25 ------------------------------------------Truck Drivers Wanted. Must have good driving record, parttime/full-time. 660-654-2207 FOct30 -------------------------------------------

Licensed Practical Nurse Nestlé Professional, Trenton, Missouri, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Safety Health & Environmental Team.

Occupational Health and Factory experience is preferred. Please send resumé and cover letter to LeeAnn.Searcy@us.nestle.com. The Nestlé Companies are equal employment and affirmative action employers and looking for diversity in qualified candidates for employment.

FAug7-Sep4 ------------------------------------------Truck Drivers wanted. Must have a CDL and clean driving record. Call 660-748-5634 for info.

M023d14* ------------------------------------------Help Wanted - Dental Assistant, 3 days a week. Send resume to 152 E. 8th St., Trenton, MO 64683.

S168d18 ------------------------------------------The City of Trenton Park Board will be accepting applications for Assistant Park Director.

This person must be able to obtain certification to maintain aquatic center, must have experience with operation of light equipment. Experience with carpentry and electrical useful. Must have or the ability to obtain Class B driver's license. Applications are available at City Hall, 1100 Main Street, Trenton, MO 64683.

Salary is depending on qualifications. The City of Trenton Park Board is an equal opportunity employer.

C170d18 ------------------------------------------Agency Assistant Shelter Insurance, Cale Gondringer Agency LLC, has an opening for a part-time position.

This position requires good communication skills, organization skills, as well as knowledge of computer keyboarding. Assistant performs general clerical tasks of policy service and office maintenance. Responds to questions, acts as liaison regarding claims, premiums, coverages, etc... High school diploma required. Assistant will be asked to obtain insurance license from the state of MO. This is a part-time position (approx. 20-30 hours per week).

Please pick up application/apply: Cale Gondringer, Agent, 1601 E 9th St, Ste D, Trenton, MO 64683, cgondringer@shelterinsurance.c om, 660-359-4100.

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USED CARS

2008 Chevy HHR - 88,000 miles; nice condition; good, clean, dependable car. $3,900.

1997 Dodge Dakota - extended cab, 4x4, V-8 auto; high miles; runs good. $1,750. Call 660-3730773.

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The North Central Missouri Children's Advocacy Center is in search of an energetic individual to provide forensic interviews, assessment, and case management services to child victims of abuse. The Forensic Interview is conducted at the front end of an investigation and is key in improving outcomes for child abuse victims. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Applicants must be punctual, detail oriented, will be expected to adhere to strict rules of confidentiality, be able to pass a criminal history/background check, and a background screening via the Family Care Safety Registry.

Responsibilities include coordinating and conducting forensic interviews of children and adolescents alleging child abuse; participating in pre/post interview multi-disciplinary case staffing; and preparing written reports of interviews. The Forensic Interview Specialist will assist in coordinating and facilitating multi-disciplinary teams in the review of child abuse cases, administer grant-required tasks, and participate in peer review/supervision. This position does require some travel as services are provided to 12 counties.

At minimum, candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services related field with demonstrated expertise in child abuse. A minimum of two years experience in child welfare/protection with case management experience preferred.

Experience working with multi-disciplinary, community-based responses to allegations of child abuse and neglect is a plus. Excellent communication, organization, and writing skills required. Must have knowledge of child protection, the dynamics of trauma, police and court systems, as well as the ability to work cooperatively within diverse professional groups. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel, Publisher, and various routine office machines is mandatory.

An application for this position is required, as is a resume indicating education and work experience. Applications and a full job description are available at 906 Main Street, Trenton, MO, or they can be emailed to you. Applications will be accepted until August 21, 2020. Inquiries may be made at (660) 359-2874. North Central Missouri Children's Advocacy Center is a 505(c)(3) nonprofit, equal opportunity provider and employer.

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CLASSIFIEDS United Hog Systems LLC, headquartered in MO is seeking to hire Managers, Assistant Managers and Lead Personnel for our swine production facilities.

UHS has been raising quality animals for more than twenty years and is divided among seven different facilities. We take pride in using the latest technology and strategies to be among the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best in efficiency and production while maintaining a strong policy in providing safe and humane care for our animals. Our facilities located near Marshall, Waverly, Bosworth and Hamilton MO. Resumes are being accepted by email at: jeana@ rzeysing.com

Home Care Aides are Essential!!!

The COVID 19 pandemic has changed the way many people go about their daily activities. Our Serve Link Home Care Aides have continued to provide essential care for our clients. We see a growing need in our communities and to meet that need we are looking to hire Caring, Compassionate Caregivers! Our goal is to assist individuals to remain safely in their home and assist them with everyday household chores, preparing meals or providing relief for their primary care givers. If you are the kind of person that is committed to making a difference and want to be part of a team full of awesome aides, call 660-359-4218 ext. 12 to schedule an interview. EOE

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Laredo Fire Protection District tax levy hearing will be August 24, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. at the firehouse in Laredo. dAug14 ------------------------------------------The annual tax levy hearing for Marion Township will be held Tuesday, August 18 at 8:00 p.m. in the Laredo Community Building. All interested township patrons are urged to attend. dAug14 -------------------------------------------

Taylor Township will hold a tax rate hearing on Friday, August 21, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Ronnie Swank, 793 Hwy 146, Brimson. dAug14 ------------------------------------------Village of Brimson tax rate hearing is set for Saturday, August 22, 2020 at 6 p.m. at the home of Ed Arnold, Mayor. dAug14 ------------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI Case NO.: 20AG-JU00024 IN RE THE ADOPTION OF: NICHOLAS LEE PIPES JR Date of birth February 11, 2019 BEO and EAO Petitioners, vs.

ZANE HOMAN Legal Father Respondent.

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION STATE OF MISSOURI TO RESPONDENT: ZANE HOMAN, Legal Father.

You are notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is to terminate the parental rights of the natural mother, natural father, and legal father and to secure a Decree of Adoption for the child and to change his name.

The names of all the parties to said action are stated above and the name and address of the attorney for petitioner is: JAMES A. WAITS, 401 West 89th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114.

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days after August 7, 2020, the date of first publication of this notice, judgment by default will be taken

against you. You may be entitled to have an attorney appointed to represent you at no cost to you and you should contact the court if you desire to seek an appointed attorney.

It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to law in the Trenton RepublicanTimes, a newspaper of general circulation published in Grundy County, Missouri. To be published on the following dates: August 7, August 14, August 21 and August 28, 2020.

Dated: 08-03-2020 Becky Stanturf Circuit Clerk dAug7,14,21,28 -----------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION I Case NO.: 19AG-CC00017 THE ROBERT MUFF AND PATRICIA MUFF REVOCABLE TRUST, by SHON MUFF, Successor Trustee, Petitioners, vs.

STEPHEN CARL MUFF, a/k/a STEVEN C. MUFF Defendant.

NOTICE OF SALE IN PARTITION TAKE NOTICE THAT on September 17, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., on order of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri, the Sheriff of Grundy County, Missouri, will sell to the highest bidder, for cash, with 10% down on the day of sale, balance due upon approval of sale and closing, real property described as:

TRACT 1 (purported address, 8th & Jefferson St.): All of Lots Eight (8), Nine (9), Ten (10), Eleven (11), and Twelve (12), in Block Four (4), in the Original Town, now City of Trenton, Missouri.; and TRACT 2 (purported address, 200 W. 8th): All of Block Five (5) in the Original Town, now City, of Trenton, Missouri.

SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE PROPERTY. Insured marketable title provided. /s/ Rodney Herring Sheriff Grundy County, Missouri MICHAEL D. ARNOLD, ATTY. 109 E. Jackson Gallatin, MO 64640 (660) 663-2203 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF dAug14,21,28,Sep4,11 -----------------------------------------NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Grundy County Council on Aging, Inc. is accepting bids for the completion of the roof at the North 65 Center, 2901 Hoover Drive, Trenton, MO. Bids will be accepted until August 18, 2020 at PO Box 173, Trenton, MO 64683, or by bringing to the Administrator's office at the North 65 Center, 2901 Hoover Drive, Trenton, by 3 p.m. on August 18, 2020. Label the envelope with the words "Roof Bid".

You may call 359-3058, ask for Karen, with questions. dAug4,7,11,14 -------------------------------------------

NOTICE OF HEARING A hearing will be held August 19, 2020 at the North 65 Center in Trenton, at 8:30 a.m. at which time citizens may be heard on the property tax rates proposed to be set by the Grundy County Senior Tax Fund Board, a political subdivision.

The rate will be expressed in cents per $100 valuation.

ASSESSED VALUATION Prior Tax Year Current Tax Year (By categories) Real Estate $74,380,290 $73,325,630 Personal Property 32,489,273 30,332,685 24,190,408 Railroad & Utilities 25,730,239 TOTALS $132,599,802 $127,848,723 These figures also show new construction (if applicable) Ed Holt, Chairman Delores Newton, Vice-Chairman Diane Hoppe, Secretary Sharon Ferris, Treasurer Members: Max Dickerson, Cindy Chrisman and R.W. Keuhn dAug14

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AREA DEATHS Frederick Carl Boland Frederick Carl Boland, 79, of Columbia and formerly of Trenton, passed away peacefully at his home in the care of those who loved him on Friday, Aug.7, 2020.

Graveside services in Lucerne will be announced at a later date.

Fred was born at home on the family farm in Putnam County on Jan. 26, 1941, to Norma Jean and James Boland. Fred enjoyed both adventures and work on the farm, growing up with three older sisters and two younger brothers. As a teenager, he was baptized and became a member of the Ravanna Methodist Church. Fred attended elementary and middle school in Ravanna and graduated from Unionville High School in 1958. Upon graduation, at age 17, Fred enlisted and served as a diesel mechanic in the U.S. Navy from 1958 to 1961.

After discharge from the Navy, Fred met his future wife, Sandra Collins of LaPlata in Kansas City, where she was working. They were married on Sept. 8, 1962.

Fred began his college career at Metropolitan Junior College. While living in Kansas City, their first son, Ryan, was born. In 1965 the family moved to Columbia where their son, Tim, was born. Fred graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in agricultural economics. After moving to Kirksville in 1967, Fred worked for the Farm Credit Bureau for several years. In 1969, Fred and Sandy moved back to the Boland family farm in Putnam County, where two more sons were born, Brock and Brandt.

For the next 10 years, Fred and his brother, Dan, operated the farm raising livestock and row crops.

In 1979, Fred returned to college to pursue a teaching degree. He began his career in the classroom teaching history in Unionville. In addition to teaching, Fred was the assistant boys high school basketball and football coach at Putnam County. From 1984 to 1996, Fred taught and coached at Trenton High School in Trenton. He continued his education, graduating from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville with a masters in school administration.

Fred served as the high school principal in Hamilton, from 1998 to 2000, returning to Trenton as the high school principal from 2000 to 2005.

Frederick Carl Boland

Throughout his career, Fred thoroughly enjoyed the relationships he had with fellow educators and coaches as well as the impact he made on students.

In retirement, Fred and Sandy enjoyed travelling in their RV. They were involved in a local camping club, where they became great friends with other couples who shared the same interest. In addition to camping in various states, they travelled to both Texas and Florida during the winter months.

Fred continued his interest in serving the community, spending several years on the Trenton R-9 School Board, travelling with the First Baptist Church on a mission trip to Casper, WY, supporting NCMC Holiday Hoops and serving on the Putnam County Alumni Board. He was a member of the Moila Shriners Club and a founding member of the Liars Club of Hy-Vee. Fred cared deeply about his family and took great interest in watching his children and grandchildren participate in a variety of sports, musical and dance performances.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Sandy, of the home; siblings, Shirley Ferguson of Bentonville, AR, Margaret Boland of Sacramento, CA, Max (Mary) Boland of Seaside, CA and Dan Boland of St. Joseph; three sons, Ryan (Kati) of Fulton, Brock (Annell) of Columbia and Brandt (Brooke) of Lenexa, KS; 10 grandchildren, Jordyn (Mitchell) Christensen of Auxvasse, Frederick, Finneas, Franklin and Carolyn Faye Boland of Columbia, Madison, Avery and Gentry Boland of Lenexa and Ryli (Nick) Leader and Kevin Wallace, both of Birmingham, AL; and two great-grandchildren, Max and Lola Christensen of Auxvasse.

He was preceded in death by one son, Tim Boland, and one sister, Donna Boland.

NCMC Offering Free Dual Credit Beginning this fall, North Central Missouri College is offering up to six free dual credit hours of tuition per semester to students who qualify and meet eligibility for the free lunch program.

This waiver covers classes taught by high school faculty during fall and spring terms.

Courses offered completely online or on NCMC’s campus are not eligible.

To participate, students must attend a school that offers NCMC dual credit, qualify for

the federal free lunch program, be a junior or senior, meet grade point average requirement, obtain recommendations and parental permission and meet course prerequisites if applicable. Students will need to register by Sept. 4 to be eligible for the waiver.

For more information, persons can visit the website, www.ncmissouri.edu or contact Whitney Trump at 660359-3948, ext. 1318, or their high school counselor.

Democrats Plan Meeting The Grundy County Democratic Central Committee will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 18 at the Joseph L. Norton VFW Post No. 919 facility in Trenton.

Officers to serve the next two years will be elected and committees may be appointed.

Appointments for vacant com-

mittee member positions will also be done at this time. There will also be a discussion regarding events for the November election.

Persons attending are asked to wear a face mask and social distancing will be observed.

For questions, persons can call Marie Dolan at 359-1971.

DAILY RECORD CIRCUIT COURT Associate Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Christian R. Yuille and Shannon L. Bingham, both of Lexington, waived formal arraignment and pleaded guilty to second degree endangering the welfare of a child. Both defendants had imposition of their sentences suspended and were placed on probation for two years. They are each to pay $100 to the Law Enforcement Restitution Fund and $120.50 costs.

Daniel C. Threlkeld, Gallatin, pleaded guilty to a class B misdemeanor of driving while intoxicated and was placed on probation for two years. He is to pay $120.50 costs and $100 to the LERF. He also pleaded guilty to a class C misdemeanor of failing to drive on the right half of the roadway when the roadway was of sufficient width, and was fined $60.50 and $74.50 costs.

Michael Sanders, Marshall, did not appear in court on a charge of non-support, a class A misdemeanor, but the court ordered the terms of his child support amended to a new payment of $206 per month in current support and $25 per month on the amount in arrears beginning Sept. 2.

Elizabeth K. Oldro, Trenton, pleaded guilty to failing to secure a child under the age of 8 in a child restraint or booster seat and was fined $49.50 and $74.50 costs.

Jeffrey B. Reger, Chillicothe, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and was fined $300 and $120.50 costs.

He is also to pay $100 to LERF. Reger also pleaded guilty to failing to signal when stopping or turning and was fined $60.50 and $74.50 costs.

Dominic A. Jackson, Princeton, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of fourth degree assault and had imposition of his sentence suspended. He was placed on probation for two years, with the condition that he serve 11 days in jail, with credit given for 11 days served. He is

also to pay $120.50 costs and $100 to the LERF. James I. Lewellen, Trenton, waived his preliminary hearing and had his case bound over to the Circuit Division on a charge of driving while revoked, a class E felony. Lewellen is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday, Aug. 13.

Stephanie N. Myrick, Trenton, pleaded guilty to failing to register a motor vehicle, a class B misdemeanor, and was fined $50.50 and $74.50 costs.

Morgan P. Gudgell, Meadville, pleaded guilty to speeding and was fined $60.50 and $74.50 costs.

Slade Hahn, Trenton, pleaded guilty to possession of marijuana or synthetic cannbinoid of 11 to 35 grams, a class A misdemeanor, and was fined $300 and $120.50 costs. He also pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia-prior drug offense, a class A misdemeanor, and was fined $300.

Tabitha N. Couey, Trenton, pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner, involving an accident, and had imposition of her sentence suspended. She was placed on probation for two years and is to pay $120.50 costs and $100 to the Law Enforcement Restitution Fund.

Failing to appear in court and having warrants issued for their arrest were Amber A. Clevenger, Jamesport, on a charge of hindering prosecution, a class A misdemeanor; Susan Dixson, Columbia, on a charge of nonsupport, a class E felony; and Melissa B. Brill, Galt, operating a motor vehicle without maintaining financial responsibility for a vehicle, a class D misdemeanor.

REAL ESTATE Grundy County Health Association, Inc. to Grundy County Health Department.

Trenton Village Apartments LP to Missouri Housing Development Commission.

Green Hills Community Action Agency to Missouri Housing Development Commission.

Area School Boards Set Tax Levy Rates

Tax levy rates were set by several area school boards during meetings this week at Pleasant View R-6, Laredo R7, Princeton R-5 and Newtown-Harris R-2.

Pleasant View R-6 The Pleasant View R-6 Board of Education met on Tuesday night to set its 202021 levy.

According to information provided by R-6 Superintendent Rebecca Steinhoff, the board approved a levy of 4.9508 on the $100 assessed valuation. The rate represents an increase of 14.14 cents over the rate from a year ago.

The board adopted the state special education compliance plan and approved the 20192020 Annual Secretary of the Board Report, the 2020-2021 school bus routes and the free and reduced lunch guidelines.

The board also had a first reading of MSBA policies.

Mrs. Steinhoff reported the new addition is nearly complete. The addition will house the sixth through eighth grade classes and will be ready by the first day of school, which is Aug. 26. She reviewed the new after-school program, which will run from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on regular school days and 1:20 to 5:30 p.m. on early-out days. The cost of the program is $25 per week, per child and will include a snack, homework help and organized activities.

The board reviewed the district reopening plan. It was noted that a virtual open house will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Aug. 24. Parents will drive through the circle lot in front of the school and exchange supplies for their enrollment The Trenton Police Depart- Hamilton, began making a packet. Teachers will be postment responded to a non-injury right turn into a business lot. ing videos introducing themaccident Aug. 10 near the inter- Ms. Corliss said Ms. Hefley selves and showing the section of Ninth and Kitty failed to use her turn signal, classroom on “Class Dojo” or streets. and she did not realize the car “Facebook.”

In an executive session, the According to the accident was turning. The car driven by report, the mishap occurred Ms. Corliss struck the car board hired Kadi Gamble as when a car driven by Leslie S. driven by Ms. Hefley, causing the after school program coordinator as well as finalized enCorliss of Trenton was east- damage to both vehicles. bound on Ninth Street and a Ms. Corliss was ticketed for rollment for the 2020-2021 car traveling in front of her, following another vehicle too school year.

The next regular board driven by Shawna L. Hefley of closely. meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Laredo R-7 MERGENCY ERVICES During a meeting on MonTrenton Police Department rest was made on a warrant in day night, the Laredo R-7 Aug. 3: officers investigated the downtown area and offiBoard of Education held a identity theft at a north resi- cers responded to a domestic public hearing to set the 2020dence and suspicious circum- dispute in the south part of 21 tax rate.

Administrator stances were investigated at a town and a domestic assault at Misty Foster said the board south residence. A 96-hour a south residence. mental health hold was issued Aug. 6: officers made an ar- rolled back the levy 10 cents for a subject in the downtown rest on a warrant in the east from the state-allowed rate, setting the rate at $6.0636 on area. part of town.

Aug. 4: officers responded Aug. 7: suspicious circum- the $100 assessed valuation. to a motor vehicle crash in the stances were investigated at a The tax is anticipated to genwest part of town in which a south residence and officers in- erate around $344,000 for the school district. driver left the scene. A report vestigated a report of stealing The board approved bus of tampering was investigated at a west residence. A subject routes for the school year and at a west residence and officers violated a protection order at a will allow students living made an arrest on a warrant in west residence. within one mile of the school the downtown area. A motor Aug. 8: a subject sold intoxto be picked up. Action also invehicle crash involving failure icating liquor to a minor at an cluded implementation of the to yield was investigated in the east business and a report of late start schedule. north part of town. stealing was investigated at an The board voted to set 100 Aug. 5: a motor vehicle was east residence. days as the maximum amount reported stolen in the north part Aug. 9: officers responded of unused sick/personal days of town and officers investi- to an affray in the east part of that would be paid out to indigated suspicious circumstances town and investigated a report viduals who leave the district in the east part of town. An ar- of stealing at a west residence. after at least three years of service. Pay for substitute teachers was increased from The Economic Development North Central Missouri Devel- $70 to $80 and a $10,000 Committee of the Trenton City opment Alliance and Main transfer from the incidental Council met on Tuesday night, Street Trenton events. THS fund to the capital projects hearing reports and discussing alumni weekend, the Missouri fund was also approved. The upcoming activities.

Day Festival and Holiday board approved the 2020-21 City Administrator Ron Hoops were discussed. It wes free and reduced lunch eligiUrton said no action was taken. noted decisions by the Mis- bility criteria guidelines, the An update was given regarding souri State High School Activ- special education compliance the Orschlen project, with all ities Association will plan and the annual secretary city permits having been determine events regarding the of the board report as well as granted and work moving Missouri Day Marching Band held a first reading of 2020 MSBA policy updates. Disalong as weather permits. Festival and Holiday Hoops. cussion was held regarding There were also updates on bus inspections, summer maintenance, technology and the budget. Mrs. Foster also reGrey Porter of Mercer ex- sale during the Sale of Cham- viewed the back to school plan hibited the reserve grand pions to be held on Aug. 22 at with board members. champion market goat at the the fairgrounds in Sedalia. He Following an executive sesMissouri State Fair. is the son of Gary and Lori sion, the board accepted the Porter’s goat weighed 93 Porter and a member of the resignation of Bobbie Novak pounds and will be offered for North Mercer FFA chapter. as music teacher and offered

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contracts to Julie Jasinski as head cook and Cathie Lowrey as music teacher.

The next board meeting will be held on Monday, Sept. 14.

Princeton R-5 The Princeton R-5 Board of Education set its levy for the 2020-21 school year on Monday night.

Superintendent Jerry Girdner said the rate was set at $5.1649 on the $100 assessed valuation. A breakdown of the levy shows $4.0317 going into the incidental fund, $.9532 into the debt service fund and $.1800 into the capital projects fund. The levy is anticipated to generate $2,419,468 for the school district.

Approval was given to the district’s COVID-19 School Re-Entry Plan, which is now available on the school website. An agreement was approved with LAUNCH, a virtual program through the Springfield School District that will serve as a third party provider of virtual education in the R-5 School District. A policy update regarding virtual education was also approved.

The board voted to allow the senior class to have an open lunch period during the 202021 school year, which will begin on the first day of classes (Aug. 25). Approval was given to the nepotism, conflict of interest and financial disclosure policies as well as to an agreement with Conrad and Higgins to provide auditing services for the district through 2022.

It was announced the district recently received a 100 percent pass rate for all of its buses and the board recognized the work of the bus drivers and transportation director Lonny Lovet.

Following an executive session, the board accepted the resignation of Julia Probst as a paraprofessional and voted to hire Ila Rae Easter as food service director and Danette Snapp as a paraprofessional at the elementary school.

The next regular meeting of the board will be held on Monday, Sept. 14.

Newtown-Harris During a meeting on Monday night, the Newtown-Harris board approved meal prices as well as took care of several items in anticipation of the start of school.

Superintendent Lucas McKinnis reported meal prices for the 2020-21 school year will be increased by 10 cents for both breakfast and lunch. The increase will affect student and adult charges.

Approval was given to items, including the school reopening procedures for staff and students, 2019-20 annual secretary of the board report, 2020-21 student and employee handbooks, the 2020-21 computer usage policy, the HACCP, the CARES Act funding agreement with Grundy County and the conflict of interest policy. The board appointed McKinnis as the district’s migratory and ELS coordinator as well as Research to Practice as the district SLP provider. The Parents as Teachers program for the 2020-21 school year was approved.

The resignations of Rachael Spence and Mary Jane Collins were accepted. Transportation drivers were approved, including Ron Hall, Jerry Kiger and Sandy Busick for regular routes and Linda Hague, Danny Busick and Tim Tucker as substitutes.

There was discussion regarding technology purchases for communication, the entry way and the lunch program.

Board meeting dates for 202021 school year were discussed.

The next board meeting is scheduled for Monday, Sept.

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Heat Stress In Dry Cows Creates Problems In Future Generations Heat stress in dry cows today affects dairy herds decades later.

Offspring of heat-stressed cows show health problems in future generations, says University of Missouri Extension dairy field specialist Reagan Bluel.

Bluel highlights research from Jimena Laporta at the University of Florida in the third edition of Dairy Science Digest, a podcast for dairy producers. See https://extension2.missouri.edu/programs/dairy-extension.

"Research from the University of Florida helped paint a picture of the long-term impact of heat stress,â&#x20AC;? Bluel says.

When a dry cow is heat stressed, the calf inside her suffers, as well as profits. Ten years of data from the research team showed dramatic milk production losses in the offspring and the granddaughter of the heat-stressed dam. Florida researchers studied cows during their 45-day dry period. They compared the health of heatstressed cows to those provided with shade, sprinklers/soakers and fans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Looking exclusively at the first generation born to the heat-stressed dam, the calf born from the heat-stressed dam averages daily milk losses of 4.8, 5.1 and 14.3 pounds over the first, second, and third lactation respectfully,â&#x20AC;? Bluel says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The collective reduction in just milk production is more than 6,000 pounds, over three lactations. This is in addition to lower survivability rates, reduced reproductive success and increased health issues.â&#x20AC;?

Prevention matters, Bluel says, especially during the hottest part of Missouri summers.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;On average, Missouri farms experience 97 days a year when the heat could reach damaging levels. By cooling your dry cows youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re allowing the herd to express its full genetic potential,â&#x20AC;? she says.

Researchers found the developing heifer calf inside the heat-stressed dam was 4.1 times more likely to be stillborn, 10 pounds lighter at birth and had a lower weaning weight. Producers cull these offspring more because of comprised immunity and reduced reproductive success.

Not only does the heat-stressed dam yield less milk, her heifer and granddaughter produce less lifetime milk five years later, Bluel says.

The lasting effect can be catastrophic for the cow family.

Researchers say fetal programming is to blame for the difference in performance between the heat-stressed embryo and those that are cooled. Bluel explains that gene expression of the calf born from a heat-stressed dam changes permanently to be metabolically different from its cooled peers.

To learn more about dairy cattle heat stress effects and abatement visit dairy.missouri.edu/stress(opens in new window), https://extension2.missouri.edu/g3620 or https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/fiveways-to-help-cows-beat-the-summer-heat4067.

For more information, contact Bluel at 417847-3161 or BluelRJ@missouri.edu(opens in new window) or MU Extension dairy specialist Ted Probert at probertt@missouri.edu(opens in new window).

Extension News

by Andy Luke Field Specialist in Agronomy TAR SPOT Farmers should scout their corn fields for tar spot this growing season. Tar spot, a fungal disease, is common in Central and South America, but was first identified in the United States in 2015. Since then it has spread throughout the Corn Belt and was found in three counties in northeast Missouri in 2019.

Tar spot can be found on upper and lower leaf surfaces and appears as small raised black dots that look very similar to tar (those who named it werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t very creative). The spots do not bust through the leaf epidermis so canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be scraped off of the leaf surface, unlike rust or other disease pustules. Tan to brown lesions can surround the tar spots, and occasionally in heavy infestations the spots can be found on the husks and leaf sheaths.

The pathogen that causes tar spot overwinters on infested corn residue and can be spread via wind and rain splashing.

Disease symptoms have been observed as early as V3, but have been seen most often on

corn during mid-to-late grain fill on leaves at or below the ear level. Cool temperatures and high relative humidity are thought to favor infection, and periods of persistent rain have been shown to promote disease development. In heavy infestations, yield losses of up to 30 bushels per acre have resulted from reduced ear weight, poor kernel fill and loose kernels.

Best management practices for tar spot are still being developed. Fungicides have shown to reduce tar spot, but the best application timing and effective modes of action are still being researched. Because the inoculum survives on residue, tillage of infected fields and crop rotation are the best management options at this time for fields with tar spot.

Scouting for tar spot will help researchers track the spread of the disease and understand its behavior and severity. If you suspect you have tar spot in your corn fields, contact me at 660-425-6434.

Drought Increases Risk Of Forage Poisoning Drought increases the chance of nitrate poisoning and prussic acid poisoning. High concentrations in plants and water can harm or even kill animals.

High nitrate, mostly concentrated in grass stems, causes quick death, says University of Missouri Extension agronomist Jill Scheidt. Nitrate in the blood blocks oxygen uptake.

Without oxygen, cows die quickly.

Quick testing is vital to helping animals survive, Scheidt says. Most MU Extension centers offer diphenylamine-sulfuric acid spot tests.

She suggests calling your local center before bringing in a sample. Bring the lower 8 inches of the stem to test. Split, moist stems work best. Producers with positive results benefit from a quantitative forage analysis.

All plants take up nitrates, but not all plants develop toxic levels. Poisoning happens when excess nitrogen builds up in the lower part of some forages, which can happen despite good fertility and management decisions by producers, Scheidt says.

Drought, too much manure or commercial fertilizer, and cold or cloudy weather lead to excess nitrates.

Corn, sorghum, sudangrass,

sorghum-sudangrass hybrids and johnsongrass are forages to watch, she says. Livestock also will eat some weeds, including pigweed and lambsquarters, which may have toxic levels.

To avoid nitrate poisoning, do not cut hay less than 8 inches or force animals to graze more than 8-10 inches to the ground. Wait five days after a â&#x20AC;&#x153;goodâ&#x20AC;? rain to graze, Scheidt says.

If you suspect high nitrate levels, immediately move cattle to other pastures and call a veterinarian. Death from nitrate poisoning usually occurs within four hours. Too often, she says, the first sign of poisoning is death of livestock.

High nitrate levels do not reduce in stored hay. Dilute by blending high-nitrate hay with other feedstuffs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If dry-baled, concentration level of nitrate is preserved,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In silage, nitrate concentration can dissipate 20%-50% over time.â&#x20AC;?

Hay ferments slowly. MU Extension beef nutritionist Eric Bailey suggests adding starchy grain, which speeds up rumen

fermentation more than other feeds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nitrogen is needed by the rumen bugs, and nitrate provides it,â&#x20AC;? Bailey adds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bugs break nitrate down to provide nitrogen. When fermentation is slow, not much nitrate is digested.â&#x20AC;? Unused nitrate, converted to nitrite, spills into the blood. Adding grain to hay diets speeds nitrate usage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Start with half a pound of grain per 100 pounds of body weight,â&#x20AC;? Bailey says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In short order that goes to a pound of grain per hundredweight as rumens adapt to more grain.â&#x20AC;?

Research by MU Extension forage specialist Robert Kallenbach shows safe levels to feed. Ration the forage if tests results are in the 2,50015,000 ppm range. Do not feed hay testing more than 15,000 ppm. Forage under 2,500 is safe to feed to all classes of livestock.

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Less obvious symptoms may be poor breeding, abortions and reduced calf gain. Testing fluid from eyes of dead animals for nitrate confirms the diagnosis.

Pregnant animals, old animals or those in poor body condition do not tolerate nitrates well. It is difficult to determine â&#x20AC;&#x153;safeâ&#x20AC;? levels of nitrates, as animals may tolerate nitrates differently. For more information, see the MU Extension publication â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nitrate Problems in Livestock Feed and Water,â&#x20AC;? available for free download at extension2.missouri.edu/g9800.

Another concern during drought is prussic acid (or cyanide) poisoning. This sometimes happens when livestock cannot find desirable forage and turn to tree leaves to curb hunger. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Know what is in your pasture and keep livestock away from potentially toxic plants and trees,â&#x20AC;? says Scheidt.

She recommends the â&#x20AC;&#x153;rule of twoâ&#x20AC;? offered by longtime MU Extension livestock specialist Eldon Cole. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wait two weeks or 2 feet of growth after

extreme drought or a late frost before allowing livestock to graze susceptible plants,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Do not turn in hungry livestock, since high consumption increases poisoning potential.â&#x20AC;?

Prussic acid affects new growth and does not affect millet.

Sorghum-sudangrass plants release prussic acid when injured or under stress.

Enzymes convert glycosides to sugar. Levels of cyanide greater than 2 milligrams per kilogram (2 ppm) of dry plant tissue are considered potentially dangerous. Prussic acid is readily absorbed into the bloodstream and causes toxicity by blocking normal cellular respiration.

Prussic acid levels are highest in young, leafy tissue, whether in initial growth after planting or regrowth after clipping. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Since it is the young, fastgrowing tissue that contains dangerous levels of prussic acid, avoid grazing until the plant reaches a height of at least 24 inches to allow prussic acid to dissipate,â&#x20AC;? Scheidt says.

Farmers Get More Time In Fields Temperatures last week averaged 71.6 degrees, 4.4 degree below normal.

Precipitation averaged 0.82 inches statewide, equal to the average. There were 5.2 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending Aug. 9. Topsoil moisture supply was rated 2 percent very short, 8 percent short, 80 percent adequate and 10 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture supply was rated 2 percent very short, 9 percent short, 84 percent adequate and 5 percent surplus.

Corn dough progressed to 72 percent, 18 percentage points ahead of last year. Corn dented was 25 percent this week. Corn condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 19 percent fair, 57 percent good and 18 percent excellent.

Soybeans blooming progressed to 83 percent, 18 percentage points ahead of last year. Soybean setting pods progressed to 56 percent, 24 percentage points ahead of last year. Soybeans condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 5 percent poor, 20 percent fair, 58 percent good nd 16 percent excellent.

Cotton squaring progressed to 77 percent, 15 percentage points behind last year. Cotton setting bolls progressed to 44 percent, 9 percentage points behind last year. Cotton condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 13 percent poor, 36 percent fair and 49 percent good.

Rice headed progressed to 54 percent, 4 percentage points ahead of last year. Rice condition was rated 1 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 30 percent fair, 47 percent good and 16 percent excellent.

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SWINE SHOW Individual Awards

supReme Champion BoaR

R-T photo/Ronda Lickteig Cass Kleeman of Braymer exhibited the supreme champion boar, a Duroc, at the NCM Fair Swine Show.

The class was sponsored by Citizens Bank and Trust.

showmanship

R-T photo/Ronda Lickteig Showmanship winners in the NCM Fair Swine Show were, from left, Macie Rodenberg of Chillicothe, 8 to 10 years, sponsored by McCloud Farms; Jaiden Rodenberg of Chillicothe 11 to 14 years, sponsored by the Eugene and Roceita Hutson Family; and Dawsyn Lightner of Braymer, 15 years and over, sponsored by Citizens Bank and Trust.

ReseRve Champion BoaR

R-T photo/Ronda Lickteig Carlie Kleeman of Braymer exhibited the reserve champion boar at the NCM Fair Swine Show, a class sponsored by Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri.

supReme Champion giLT

ReseRve Champion giLT

R-T photo/Ronda Lickteig Jaiden Rodenberg of Chillicothe exhibited the supreme champion gilt, a Crossbred, at the NCM Fair Swine Show, a class sponsored by MFA Agri-ServiceTrenton/Laredo.

R-T photo/Ronda Lickteig The reserve champion gilt at the NCM Fair Swine Show was exhibited by Blane Heussner of Tina in a class sponsored by U.S. Bank.

Ribbon Winners Dawsyn Lightner, 3; Ella Johnson, 2; Maci Johnson, 2; Warren Meservey, 2; Mason Meservey, 1; Haley Kidd, 2; Bailey Williams, 2; Maggie

Horton, 2; Wade Horton, 2; Colby Gillespie, 4; Johannes Oaks, 3; Landry Oaks, 2; Grant Oaks, 2; Kaden Oaks, 2; Rylee Johnson, 1; Emma Thompson,

1; Blane Heussner, 2; Alexander Heussner, 2; Hunter Heussner, 2; Emma Whitlock, 1; Lance Clark, 1; Kaleb Clark, 1; Chase Bowen, 6; Malloree Summers, 2; Seth Summers, 2; Timothy Summers, 2; Graydee Rains, 5; Jaiden Rodenberg, 4; Macie Rodenberg, 2; Braxton Switzer, 4; Jaxon Lollar, 3; Madison Wolf, 3; Gregory Crouch, 2; Clara Leamer, 2; Carson Rhones, 4; Remington Rhodes, 1; Jenna Rains, 2; Ada Fox, 4; Destin Creel, 2; Emmet Haley, 2; Cass Kleeman, 3; Carlie Kleeman, 3; Abigail Burns, 3; Dolan HuberBethards, 1; Jackson HuberBethards, 1; Jesse Huber-Bethards, 2; Alaina Thompson, 1; Brenden Hunt, 2; Rebecca Hunt, 2; Paisley Young, 5; Dylan Swindler, 2; Gage Swindler, 2; Cutler Epperson, 2; Trent Peniston, 1; Trevor Peniston, 1; Taylor Peniston, 1; Carter Rader, 2; Lillian Smith, 3; Lylah Smith, 4; Leanna Smith, 4; Anderson Rogers, 1; Kate Rogers, 3; Parker Rogers, 2; McKayla Shady, 4; Brycen Windham, 1; Braelyn Windham, 1; Brock Windham, 2; and Kaitlyn Bird, 5.

supReme Champion maRkeT hog

R-T photo/Ronda Lickteig Jaiden Rodenberg of Chillicothe exhibited the supreme champion market hog at the NCM Fair Swine Show, a class sponsored by Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri. The class also included a jackpot sponsored by MFA Agri-ServiceTrenton/Laredo.

ReseRve Champion maRkeT hog

R-T photo/Ronda Lickteig Ada Fox of Galt exhibited the reserve champion market animal at the NCM Fair Swine Show, a class sponsored by BTC Bank. The class also included a jackpot sponsored by U.S. Bank.

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SHEEP SHOW Individual Awards

supReme Champion Ram

showmanship

R-t photo/Ronda Lickteig Sheep showmanship honors went to, from left, Farrah Lauhoff of Chillicothe, ages 8 to 10 (sponsored by Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri); Harlee Beck of Chillicothe, ages 11 to 14 (sponsored by Sunnyview Nursing Home); and Kristin Herndon of Hopkins, ages 15 and over, (sponsored by BTC Bank).

R-t photo/Ronda Lickteig The supreme champion ram, a Suffolk, was exhibited by Jason Schutter of Kirksville. The class was sponsored by Trenton Coca-Cola Bottling Co.

supReme Champion ewe

supReme Champion maRket LamB

R-t photo/Ronda Lickteig The supreme champion market lamb, a Hampshire, was exhibited by Lauren Herndon of Hopkins. The class was sponsored by Novus Ag, with a jackpot sponsored by BTC Bank.

ReseRve Champion maRket LamB

R-t photo/Ronda Lickteig The reserve champion market lamb, a Shropshire, was exhibited by Kati Stafford of Milan. The class was sponsored by BTC Bank, with a jackpot paid

by Grundy Electric Cooperative.

ReseRve Champion Ram

R-t photo/Ronda Lickteig The reserve champion ram, a Natural, was exhibited by Emily Anderson of Grant City. The class was sponsored by Trenton Coca-Cola Bottling Co.

R-t photo/Ronda Lickteig The supreme champion ewe, a Crossbred, was exhibited by Michaela Miller of Carrollton.

The class was sponsored by Dible Investments in memory of Paul and Emogene Jackson.

ReseRve Champion ewe

R-t photo/Ronda Lickteig The reserve champion ewe, a Crossbred, was exhibited by Kati Stafford of Milan. The class was sponsored by Barnes Baker Motors.

Sheep Show Ribbon Winners Andrew Anderson, 2; Anna Pfaff, 3; Ayra Meeker, 5; Bo Meeker, 3; Dillon Jones, 3; Emily Anderson, 4; Farrah Lauhoff, 2; Gage Seals, 2;

Harlee Beck, 4; Jacey Cook, 2; Jason Schutter, 5; Justin Dixon, 2; Justin Schutter, 4; Kati Stafford, 3; Kristin Herndon, 3; Lauren Herndon, 3;

Michaela Miller, 3; Riley Jones, 3; Scarlett Miller, 2; Tayler Morton, 2; and Tessa Link, 2.

GOAT SHOW Individual Awards

supReme Champion maRket Goat ReseRve Champion maRket Goat

R-t photo/Diane Lowrey R-t photo/Diane Lowrey The supreme champion market goat was exhibited by The reserve champion market goat at the NCM Fair Madison Keim of Queen City. The class was sponsored was exhibited by Benjamin Pitham of Chula. The class

by CFM Insurance, with a jackpot from Wynne Angus was sponsored by Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri, Farms. with a jackpot sponsored by Grundy Electric Cooperative.

showmanship R-t photo/Diane Lowrey Goat showmanship winners included, Trinity Alexander of Unionville, second from left, junior division, and Wyatt Ellis of Bethany, second from right, senior division. The junior award was sponsored by The Cutting Edge Salon, with the senior award sponsored by MFA Agri-Service Trenton/Laredo.

supReme Champion BuCk ReseRve Champion BuCk

R-t photo/Diane Lowrey R-t photo/Diane Lowrey Trinity Alexander of Unionville exhibited Hugh Baker of Memphis exhibited the rethe supreme champion buck at the NCM Fair serve champion buck at the NCM Fair in a class Goat show. The class was sponsored by sponsored by Crow Miller Insurance.

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Goat Show Ribbon Winners Kohner Alexander, 3 gold; Trinity Alexander, 4 gold; Hugh Baker, 3 gold; Layla Baker, 4 gold; Wyatt Ellis, 3

gold; Jordan Gray, 1 gold; Madison Keim, 3 gold; Keegan McBroom 2 gold; Beau Triplett, 1 gold; and Benjamin

Pitham, 1 gold. Waden Gray was the lone Pee Wee exhibitor.

supReme Champion Doe

R-t photo/Diane Lowrey Wyatt Ellis of Bethany exhibited the supreme champion doe goat at the NCM Fair in a class sponsored by Trenton Coca-Cola Bottling Co.

ReseRve Champion Doe

R-t photo/Diane Lowrey Trinity Alexander of Unionville exhibited the reserve champion doe goat in a class sponsored by Wired Electric and Automation.

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BEEF SHOW Individual Awards

Supreme Champion markeT animal

r-T photo/Diane lowrey Claire Walker of Chillicothe showed the supreme champion market animal, a Simmental. The award was sponsored by US Bank. She also received the jackpot award, sponsored by US Bank and the Jerry Hudson family.

ShowmanShip

r-T photo/Diane lowrey Winners of the beef showmanship award were, from left, Jenna Reeter of Trenton and Allena Allen of Trenton, senior 15 and over (with Joe Brinser of Industrial Maintenance, which was the award sponsor); Karsyn Kleeman of Braymer and Allison Coats of Richmond, intermediate 11 to 14 (with Bonita Price of Citizens Bank and Trust, which was the award sponsor); and Nora Kate McGaugh of Carrollton and Carlie Jo Kleeman of Braymer, junior 10 and under (with Amy Lewis of Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri, which was the sponsor).

reServe Champion markeT animal

r-T photo/Diane lowrey Kimber Woodworth of Chillicothe showed the reserve champion market animal, a Chianina. The award was sponsored Iron B Ranch. She also received the reserve champion jackpot award, sponsored by Scott Roy Auction.

reServe Champion Female

r-T photo/Diane lowrey Jenna Reeter of Trenton showed the reserve champion upreme hampion emale female, an Angus. The award was sponsored by Andy and r-T photo/Diane lowrey Shelly Burress. The animal received the second-place feClayton Walker of Chillicothe showed the supreme cham- male award, sponsored by Scott Roy Auction. pion female, a Simmental. The award was sponsored by MFA Agri-Service-Trenton/Laredo. The animal received the top female award, presented by Terry Wynne Farms.

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FourTh plaCe Female

ThirD plaCe Female

r-T photos/Diane lowrey Karsyn Kleeman of Braymer showed the fourth-place female, a Herford. The award was presented by BTC Bank.

r-T photos/Diane lowrey Emma Henderson of Gallatin showed the third-place female, a Maintainer. The award was presented by Iron B. Ranch.

Ribbon Winners Kale Batson, 3; Claire Woodard, 1; Tyler Dixon, 2; Kolton Schurke, 2; Alexis Schurke,1; Katelyn Cowin, 1; Catelin Bowe, 2; Cayden Bowe, 2; Hannah Bowe, 1; Tyler Sloan, 1; Thane Sloan, 1; Emma Henderson, 5; Rebecca Urich, 1; Keegan Turnmire, 2; Grayson Turnmire, 1; Braxton Switzer, 1; Cass Kleeman, 4; Carlie Jo Kleeman, 1; Rebecca Hunt, 1; Gage Swindler, 2; Dylan Swindler, 2; Cutler Epperson, 4; Makenzee Epperson, 2; Allena Allen, 2; Harlee

Beck, 1; Jenna Reeter, 2; Carley McBee, 2; Colton Ogle, 2; Kaleb Bower, 1; Analynn Bower, 1; Kenzie Bower, 2; Jayce Broyles, 1; Allison Coats, 3; Jase Marx, 2; Emily Supreme Champion Bull r-T photo/Diane lowrey Miller, 4; Dalton Hoover, 1; Cutler Epperson of Laredo showed the supreme champion Karsyn Kleeman, 1; Kade bull, an Angus. Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri sponsored Kleeman, 1; Clayton Walker, the award.

1; Clarie Walker, 1; Gabby Hapes, 2; Aubrie Burton, 2; Carman Woodworth, 2; Kimber Woodworth, 1; Max FiFTh plaCe Female r-T photos/Diane lowrey Alexander, 1; Larie Hill, 1; Cass Kleeman of Braymer showed the fifth-place female, Payslie Alexander, 1; and a Maine Anjou. The award was presented by MFA Agri-SerAbby Clark, 3. vices.

reServe Champion Bull

r-T photo/Diane lowrey Emily Miller of Hale showed the reserve champion bull, a Maintainer. MFA Oil & Propane sponsored the award.

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First-Place Winners

r-t Photo/Diane lowrey First-place winners in the NCM Fair Horse Show were, from left, Blake Eitel (horsemanship, 13-17; barrel race, 13-17; flag race, 13-17; down and back, 13- 17; pole bending, 13 -17), Allee Prescott (horsemanship, horse, 12 and under; barrel race horse, 12 and under), Sammie Jo Blanchard (showmanship, 12 and under; horsemanship, pony, 12 and under; youth pleasure western; egg and spoon, 12 and under; barrel race, pony, 12 and under; flag race, pony, 12 and under; flag race, horse, 12 and under; down and back, pony, 12 and under; down and back, horse, 12 and under; pole bending, horse, 12 and under), Liam Letner (lead line, 6 and under), Lily Rice (showmanship, 8 and under, walk-trot, horse, 8 and under; walk-trot pony, 8 and under) and Lily Stark (pole bending, pony, 12 and under). Not pictured ar Rebecca Urich (showmanship, 13 to 17) and Paiton Brewer (egg and spoon, 13 to 17).

HigH-Point Winners

r-t Photo/Diane lowrey High-point winners in the NCM Fair Horse Show were, from left, Blake Eitel, 13 to 17 years; Sammie Jo Blanchard, 9 to 12 years; and Chyles Webb, 8 years and under.

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RABBIT SHOW

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submitted Photo Robyn Snuffer of Gilman City, right, exhibited the Best of Show, a Holland Lop, at the North Central Missouri Fair Rabbit Show while Anna Hines of Hale, left, had the Reserve in Show, a New Zealand. Also pictured is Judge Josh Campbell, center.

POULTRY SHOW

Rabbits Robyn Snuffer, 5 gold; Anna Hines, 5 gold; Ashley Chalfant, 5 gold; Emily Chalfant, 5 gold; Caitlynn Chalfant, 5 gold; Dakota Polk, 4 gold; Lance Jacobs, 5 gold; Eli Jacobs, 1 gold; and Eyn Quade, 4 gold. Pee Wee ribbon winners were Malory Chalfant and Emmasue Jacobs.

Poultry/Fowl Abby Smith, 5 gold; Jacob Smith, 4 gold; Lance Jacobs, 2 gold, 2 silver; and Addison George, 4 gold. Lydia Smith was a Pee Wee ribbon winner.

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submitted Photo Winners in the North Central Missouri Fair Poultry/Fowl Show were, Jacob Smith of Braymer, left, junior showmanship; and Abby Smith of Braymer, center, best in show, reserve in show and senior showmanship. Also pictured is judge Trevor Simmons.

CONGRATULATIONS To All Exhibitors At the North Central Missouri Fair!

We’re Proud Of All Your Hard Work. showmanshiP

submitted Photo Showmanship awards in the North Central Missouri Fair Rabbit Show were junior showman Caitlynn Chalfant of Gilman City, left; and senior showman Robyn Snuffer of Gilman City, right. Also pictured is Judge Josh Campbell.

Ribbon Winners

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D ear Annie

THE Daily Commuter Puzzle by Jacqueline E. Mathews ACROSS 1 Prefix for legal or medic 5 Does roadwork 10 Forest animals 14 Currier’s printmaking partner 15 “Practice makes perfect,” e.g.

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22 Corby of “The Waltons” 24 Floral wire service 25 Actress Tyson 27 Like formal wear 30 Enlighten 31 Wonder product 33 Brit’s bar 35 Shipshape 36 Like kale & spinach 37 Word attached to neck or shoe 38 Tit for __ 39 Very small 40 Foot warmers 41 Memorizes 43 Saunters

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Written by Annie Lane

Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators.com.

To find out more about Annie Lane, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

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Dear Annie: Our local gym opened back up recently. Only half the machines are in use, to encourage social distancing, and only half the lockers and bathroom stalls are available.

We're supposed to all wear masks, but of course, sometimes masks come off during exercise when people are breathing hard or jostling around. I understand that that happens. What bothers me is that there is one guy who never wipes down the equipment when he's done using it. I see him almost every time I'm at the gym, and it really ticks me off. With everything that is going on, it just seems especially ignorant or rude. I've given him pointed looks but that's about it. Would I be out of line saying something to him? -- Gym Rat Dear Gym Rat: Who could take issue with a friendly reminder like "Don't forget to wipe down the machines"?

That said, now, as before the pandemic, it's always best to assume the person before you forgot to sanitize the equipment. Give everything a thorough wipe down with a disinfectant that has been proven to kill the coronavirus

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germs, such as Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Lysol Brand AllPurpose Cleaner or hydrogen peroxide. (Find a full list at epa.gov/coronavirus.)

You should also check with management: They should have employees frequently passing through the facility and disinfecting all equipment as well as issuing reminders over the intercom to encourage patrons to do the same. A germy gym is no place to get healthy.

Dear Annie: In this trying time -- or anytime -- could you please remind all parents not to let their children snub, belittle and malign substitute teachers.

I had 34 years of teaching experience when I substituted.

Each time I substituted, I had children under age 8, who would: not stand upon request, not put books, crayons away upon request and not pick up a dropped pencil or jacket upon request. Don't parents teach children we are taking their place as adults responsible for their care? Don't parents know we all have college degrees and are trained to teach? Some like me have specialty certifications and get called in for that reason alone.

Also, it would be wonderful

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if teachers left a weekly lesson plan book in the desk by Friday night in the event of illness or tragedy over the weekend. -Besieged Substitute Dear Besieged: I don't know why having a substitute teacher that brings out the worst even in the best-behaved classes, but it does. I'm grateful for substitute teachers who keep showing up for our children in spite of this treatment.

We need you!

Dear Annie: I read the letter from "Tipped Off" about whether or not you should tip for a massage or dermabrasion when it is done in a doctor's office with a smirk on my face. I am a retired massage therapist, and I had my own private practice. I did accept tips but did not expect them. I believe when the service is done in a private practice or in a spa, tipping is acceptable. But if done in a doctor's office, no tipping should be done. Generally speaking, those who perform those services in a doctor's office are paid more, and some even have benefits. Additionally, the services are likely covered by insurance if done in a doctor's office. -- Jeanie M., Office Specialist Dear Jeanie: I heard this sentiment from several massage therapists and doctors' office workers following that letter. As always, I appreciate readers' expertise.

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No-touch payments The use of contactless payments by consumers has jumped in recent months because of concern about the coronavirus, according to new research by the National Retail Federation and research organization Forrester.

Consumers worried about touching surfaces have increased their use of mobile payments and contactless credit or debit cards, according to the study. And retailers have been happy to oblige. Since January, no-touch payments have increased for 69 percent of retailers

surveyed. Among retailers that had implemented contactless payments, 94 percent expect the increase to continue over the next 18 months.

“Health experts say there is no clear evidence that COVID-19 is transmitted by cash or credit cards but retailers are putting health and safety first and have rolled out a variety of no-touch payment options in order to err on the side of caution,” said Leon Buck, NRF Vice President for Government Relations, Banking and Financial Services.

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No touching, please: More retailers are accepting no-touch payments. This comes amid concerns about the spread of COVID-19.

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