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FEBRUARY 20, 2020
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Public Hearing Scheduled For Proposed Lofts at Old Towne A public hearing is scheduled for March 9th to allow for public comment related to a proposed zoning change at the current Old Towne Marketplace off of SW Eagles Parkway. Old Towne Marketplace LLC has submitted an application requesting a change of zoning on approximately 1.2 acres from Downtown Transition Zone to R-3p (Multi-Family Residential District— Planned Overlay District) and approximately 1.9 acres from C-1 (Central Business District) to R-3p (Multi-Family
Residential District—Planned Overlay District). The proposed development, Lofts at Old Towne, includes 154 apartments on the site and a mixed-use indoor amenity center. The development will repurpose the former Patricia’s Foods site into the mixed-use indoor amenity center and 64 rental units. Three three-story apartment buildings containing a total of 90 rental units are planned for the vacant tract to the west. The proposed 154 rental units will consist of 10% one-bedroom units, 80%
see OLD TOWNE on page 3
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Train Like An Officer
Grain Valley Police Department is offering an opportunity for residents to train like an officer during a free program on Saturday, March 14th from 9:00am—1:00pm at Grain Valley City Hall. The program is open to Grain Valley residents age 18 and older. Participants will be able to experience virtual simulations which
provide real-life scenarios that help gain insight into decisions officers must make in a chaotic environment. Each simulation will be approximately 15 minutes in duration. To register for the event, visit http:// grainvalley.recdeskcom. The registration deadline is March 9th.
Photo credit: Grain Valley Police Dept.
Renderings provided in an application by Old Towne Marketplace LLC illustrate the changes planned for the current Old Towne Marketplace. A public hearing is scheduled for Monday, March 9th regarding the proposed zoning change. Image credit: City of Grain Valley
Grain Valley Schools Adds Bond Issue To April Ballot The Grain Valley School Board has placed a $14.5 million school bond issue on the ballot for the April 7, 2020 election for the purpose of completing Phase 5 of the district’s long-range plan of additions and renovation to Grain Valley High School. Phase 5 includes: Band Room Percussion Room Choir Room Stagecraft Room Drama Classroom
Black Box Theater Additional Parking Renovation of Jerry Mueller Performing Arts Center Long-range planning for the growth of the student population at Grain Valley High School began in 2012 and Phases 1 thru 4 of additions and renovations to the school have been completed. The high school currently serves nearly 1,300 students. Renderings of the planned additions are printed on page 7 of this edition.
see BOND on page 7
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Traffic Advisory: MODOT To Close 1-70 at 1-435 For Bridge Demo After further consideration of traffic impacts, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MODOT) has changed several details regarding the complete closure of a portion of Interstate 70 in both directions in Kansas City, MO. This closure will begin at 10:00pm on Friday, February 21st, until approximately 5:00am on Monday, February 24th and is for the demolition of the old I-435 bridges over I-70. Westbound I-70 will be closed between Route 291/I-470 and I -435. Eastbound I-70 will be closed at I435. This is part of the new partial turbine interchange construction at I435 and I-70. All work is weather permitting. Crews will begin reducing lanes on westbound I-70 between Route 291/I470 and I-435, as well as on eastbound I70 at I-435 at approximately 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21. Motorists can expect various lane closures during this time. Crews will begin closing all on ramps along westbound I-70 between Route 291/I-470 and I-435 at 9 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21 and they will remain closed until approximately 5 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 24. Westbound I-70 ramp closures (Friday, Feb. 21 – Monday, Feb. 24): Northbound and southbound I-470/ Route 291 ramps to westbound I-70 Lee’s Summit Road ramp to westbound I -70. Noland Road ramp to westbound I-70. U.S. Highway 40 ramp to westbound I70. Blue Ridge Cutoff ramp to westbound I70. Westbound I-70 ramp to Manchester Trafficway. Crews will begin closing the following on ramps along eastbound I-70 at
9:00pm on Friday, February 21st and they will remain closed until approximately 5:00am on Monday, February 24th. Eastbound I-70 ramp closures include (Friday, Feb. 21 – Monday, Feb. 24): The southbound Route 291/I-470 ramp to eastbound I-70. Manchester Trafficway to eastbound I70. Additionally, the ramp from northbound I-435 to eastbound I-70 will be closed beginning at 5:00am on Saturday, February 22nd, until approximately 5:00pm the same evening for pavement repairs. This ramp will be accessible at all other times. The following portions of I-70 will be closed entirely beginning at 10:00pm on Friday, February 21st until approximately 5:00am on Monday, February 24th: Westbound I-70 will be closed beginning at Route 291/I-470 and ending at I-435. Traffic will be reduced to one lane before the Route 291/I-470 interchange. All traffic that has not already exited I70 will be detoured off of I-70 to southbound I-470. DETOUR: Motorists needing to continue to westbound I-70 are advised to take I470 around the closure. Eastbound I-70 will be CLOSED at I435. Traffic will be reduced to one lane at Manchester Trafficway and traffic that has not already exited I-70 will be detoured off of I-70 at the ramp to southbound I-435. DETOUR: Motorists needing to continue to eastbound I-70 are advised to take I470 around the closure.
Police Blotter
The following information is derived from the Grain Valley Police Department daily calls for service log for the week of February 5-11, 2020. February 5, 2020 1400 Block Hilltop 1100 Block Ephraim 1100 Block Dean 900 Block Ryan Rd 700 Block Main St 900 Block Ryan Rd 1400 Block Olympic 900 Block Deer Creek 1300 Block RD Mize February 6, 2020 900 Block Shorthorn 400 Block Walnut 700 Block Main St 100 Block McQuerry 700 Block Main St 700 Block Main St 200 Block Woodbury 400 Block Woodbury 700 Block Main St 700 Block Main St 1800 Block Bradford Ct February 7, 2020 1200 Block RD Mize Rd Woodbury/BB Hwy 900 Block Birch Ct 1900 Block Hackberry 700 Block Main St 800 Block Capelle
Suspicious Activity Disturbance Check The Well Being Alarm Citizen Contact Alarm Alarm Disturbance Agency Assist (OGPD) Stealing From Motor Vehicle Motor Vehicle Accident Stealing From Motor Vehicle Suspicious Vehicle Citizen Contact Citizen Contact Check The Well Being Suspicious Activity Warrant Confirmation x 2 Prisoner Transport Vandalism
100 Block Nelson Dr
Injured Animal Abandoned Vehicle Suspicious Activity Citizen Contact Suspicious Activity Agency Assist (Cass County SO) Agency Assist (CJC)
February 8, 2020 East City Limits 700 Block Main St 100 Block Cannon 100 Block Pebblebrook Ln
Prisoner Transport Citizen Contact Agency Assist (LJPD) Missing Person
500 Block Shorthorn 800 Block San Kar 400 Block Walnut 1300 Block Phelps Dr
Disturbance Agency Assist (CJC) Disturbance Missing Juvenile
February 9, 2020 400 Block Cold Water Creek 1400 Block Hilltop 200 Block Cypress 100 Block Main St
Alarm Alarm Agency Assist (CJC) Assault
February 10, 2020 300 Block Front St 700 Block Albatross 1600 Block Hilltop Ln Truman/Ash 1500 Block Hilltop Ln 700 Block Main St 1000 Block Sandy Lane 1400 Block Nicholas 1700 Block Nicholas 600 Block Walnut
Citizen Contact Disturbance Disturbance Agency Assist (IPD) Trespassing Motor Vehicle Accident Death Notification Suspicious Vehicle Burglary Agency Assist (CJC)
February 11, 2020 1300 Block Basswood Ct 700 Block Main St 500 Block Woodbury 1400 Block NW Nicholas 2100 Block SW Mitchell 500 Block Main St 700 Block Main St 600 Block Yennie West City Limits 2100 Block Mitchell 700 Block Main St 900 Block Cedar 700 Block Main St 100 Block Cooper 400 Block Rock Creek Ln
Open Door Citizen Contact Citizen Contact Suspicious Activity Agency Assist (OGPD) Alarm Trespassing Disturbance Prisoner Transport x 2 Agency Assist (OGPD) Identity Theft Alarm Fingerprints Agency Assist (Buckner PD) Disturbance
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Looking Back:
1942’s The Broadcaster Documents The War Effort At Home by Marcia Napier, Grain Valley Historical Society
As I continue to peruse the bi-weekly school newspapers published during the years of World War II, I get a much clearer picture of what it must have been like to live in Grain Valley. With only President Roosevelt’s weekly fireside chats, and news reels, the war must have seemed surreal and yet alarming to the people of Grain Valley. Every issue of the paper talked about Defense Stamps and Bonds, conserving paper and scrap metal and the rationing of sugar and gasoline which would begin with in the summer of 1942. In our small midwestern town, the only signs of the War were the increasing number of Son in Service flags which hung in the front window of homes. The blue star in the center of the red -bordered white rectangle signified a family member in active service. Soon, some homes would display a gold star
for a family member who was killed in action of died in service. Frequently, Superintendent Jay Walker continued to give advice to students and faculty. What follows is his column as it appeared in The Broadcaster on February 6, 1942. “How May the Students and Faculty Take an Active Part in the War?” By cooperating with our Government Purchase of Defense Savings Stamps and Bonds In all matters pertaining to the conservation of material In promoting national unity, efficiency and security By Contribution to recognized social agencies. Red Cross Salvation Army Special projects of school, churches,
etc. The collection of Waste material Waste paper Metals essential to war industries By participating in national, state and local programs of defense Red Cross work of all kinds Civilian Defense Programs
citizen. To study and plan to meet the everchanging demands. To do better what we are already doing. By Re-evaluating personal resources Better health and efficiency. By continuing the development of our abilities and talents. Our continued faith in God and Jesus Christ.
To build and maintain understanding and morale. To the boys in service by writing letters and donating books and magazines. To our home folks by fostering wholesome school and community; religious, cultural and physical.
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By keep good morale and spirit in our own work.
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By dedicating our all to the support of the armed forces in any other manner.
By preparing for efficient service as a
OLD TOWNE continued from page 1 two-bedroom units, and 10% threebedroom units. The mixed-use amenity center will consist of an indoor pool, pickle ball courts, exercise room, media/ theatre room, tenant co-op workspace and Wi-Fi café, leasing office and tenant storage units. City zoning regulations require two parking spaces for a 1 or 2-bedroom unit and 3 parking spaces for a 3 or more bedroom unit. Using the Old Towne Marketplace parking area and the proposed rental units and existing commercial spaces, the required number of parking spaces would be 537; post development parking will be 541 spaces. According to a City staff report, the development would be completed in
two phases. The three apartment buildings planned for the tract west of the current Marketplace will be completed in phase 1. Phase 2 will consist of the demolition and then construction of Building A, located where the vacant Patricia’s Foods is located. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval on the rezoning and preliminary development plan during its February 12th meeting to the Board of Aldermen. A public hearing is required and is scheduled for 7:00pm on Monday, March 9, 2020 during the Board of Aldermen’s regularly scheduled meeting.
A rendering of The Lofts at Old Towne submitted with the rezoning application. Image credit: City of Grain Valley
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How To Manage Your Online Streaming Services Without Losing Your Mind by Burton Kelso, The Technology Expert
Streaming services are starting to win the battle for your viewing and listening time. Many of you have cut the cord by canceling your cable TV services and now are watching content on Disney+, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and others. Even enjoying your favorite movies, shows, and music on DVDs, VHS, and CDs is a thing of the past. Most of you know how to connect your devices to your favorite streaming service...but there's some of you that struggle with this just like you struggled to connect your VHS, DVD, or Blue Ray player to your TV. Fear not, I'm here to help you end the struggle of getting connected to and managing your favorite streaming services. Before you cancel cable and set up a streaming service, do some investigating to find out if streaming is for you and which service will work for you. If you are a casual TV viewer, cutting the cord and moving to a streaming service will be an easy task. If you want to stay up to date with your favorite shows and love watching a variety of sporting events, you will have to cover all of your bases (no pun intended) before you take the plunge (pun intended). Same thing with music. If you're a casual listening, it's pretty easy ... but if you love your CDs and vinyl records and need to keep up with specific artists, take your time. Setting up a streaming service is pretty simple. You just need to visit the website or download the app of your desired streaming services. Most streaming services have different levels of services, but not every service will have the same movies or music, unlike your cable packages. If you're looking for popular services to watch your favorite television shows and movies, Netflix, Disney Plus, Netflix and Hulu are the most common services. If it's music you're after, check out Apple Music, Spotify and Amazon Music and Pandora are the most common options.
Setting up Streaming Services The best and easiest way to set up a streaming service is to go to the website of your desired streaming service on any computer, smartphone or tablet. Why? Entering your credentials and payment information is much easier on the streaming services website. Once you get your account setup, then download the from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store type in your user name and password and you're set. When setting up your streaming service, take care not to use the user name and password information that you've used for another online account. Streaming services are items that cybercriminals target. If you use information that was leaked in a data breach, hackers can use methods like 'credential stuffing' to get access to your accounts, steal them, and then sell them online. Most streaming services give you a 30 day trial period, but look to many of these services to follow Disney's suit and only give a 7 day trial period. Setup on a TV If you own a smartTV, the most popular streaming apps are probably already installed on your TV. Just choose it from your TV’s menu and enter your login information that you created when you set up the account. If you don't have a smart TV, you can use a streaming box like Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV and Android TV that will turn your dumb TV into a smart TV. Keep in mind Disney Plus is so new it may not be available on older Smart TV...but you can use a streaming box to access that service. Downloading Videos for Later Most streaming services allow you to download videos to watch within the app (for copyright protection) when you have poor Internet service. If you have a limited cellular data plan, you will want to connect to a Wi-Fi or wired network. Downloaded content will only
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Wayne’s World Elevator Rules by Wayne Geiger
The DMV. You hate it. But, like most of the population, you make an appearance when summoned in order to renew your driver’s license. You sign in, sigh deeply, and look for a spot to wait. You peruse the room, settle into your chosen spot, and grab your mobile device to kill time. Out of nowhere, someone’s phone goes off. You smile to yourself, thankful that you weren’t the one to forget to turn it to vibrate—this time. To your surprise, the person right across from you answers the phone and then loudly carries on a conversation as if she was the only one in the room. You’re a little caught off guard. You look around at others and they are just as shocked as you are. For the next ten minutes, you and everyone else within earshot, learn more about this person, and their mystery friend, than you ever wanted to know. This person has violated a rule. In the communication arena, experts like to talk about explicit and implicit rules. An explicit rule is a rule that is clearly stated. For example, “Stand behind this line” or “No talking in this room” are both examples of explicit rules. Explicit rules are always formulated by someone in authority. They are clearly stated and may carry a penalty for disobedience. Not everyone agrees with them. When my grandson started kindergarten, he informed me that he and his classmates were not permitted, under any circumstances, to talk in the hallway. When I questioned him on this, he looked at me in shock and said, “Because it’s a rule.” I immediately understood. Rules have great power to direct human action. Implicit rules are a little different.
Implicit rules are not openly stated. In fact, they are not really “rules” at all. Instead, they are generally accepted norms of behavior that most of the society accepts. In other words, most people agree with them. I like to illustrate implicit rules by talking about “elevator rules.” Elevator rules are implicit. There are generally no printed rules to direct us on where in the elevator we should stand, but we do have some mutual understanding. The first person who gets on the elevator is the operator. It is generally accepted that it is their elevator. They will stand in front of the control panel and, during their stay, they will pray that no one else gets on. They may even hold the “close door” button as a precaution. But, as fate would have it, the door opens on the next floor to invite another person to board. The second person will stand on the exact opposite side. The elevator operator will ask, “Floor?” The answer should be brief like, “4 please.” Eye contact should be kept at a minimum and any additional conversation should be limited to the weather. The third person to enter will stand in the center—all the way in the back. The first and second person will now move into the two front corners to allow for maximum space. Conversation, at this point is unwelcome. The fourth person to enter will stand in front of the door. This will make them feel awkward because they will have to adjust to allow the others off, but it’s their own fault. The fifth person on will cause the first four riders to go to a corner while they themselves are forced to occupy the exact middle. When the door opens for the sixth person, the five strangers will now become friends. Together, they will take a deep breath, cross their arms, and spread themselves out. They then
generally give this trespasser “the look” that tells them “we’re full.” After the sixth person is rejected and the doors close, it is not appropriate for riders to high five one another. You can see why these implicit elevator rules are not stated. It would take too long to read them, and they can be unfriendly. Anyway, most implicit rules are pretty clear and generally accepted by everyone. For example, as an organized society, we generally wait in line for our turn. This is often taught as a part of our “manners”. There are many “such” rules that we follow. A problem arises when some people break the rules. Some are just openly defiant about the rules because they feel the rules don’t apply to them. These are rule breakers. Some of these, perhaps, visit the DMV on a regular basis. Other people fall into a different category. They are not defiant. They are just not informed. Because implicit rules are implicit, not everyone knows about them. Somehow, when the implicit rules were being drawn up they were out to lunch. These people just have never been taught. And to be sure, there is no academic environment that teaches the implicit rules. In addition, these rules are not written down in a handy-dandy book somewhere for general consumption. Since implicit rules are not written down, some of us have our own ideas about these rules. For some of us, they are connected to our sense of morals and ethics and consider others barbaric who do not follow the rules. For example, you stand patiently in line at the grocery store. You are the fourth person back. If another line opens up to receive customers, there are some
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people who believe that people who have already been waiting in line should be given the first option to go in that line rather than someone who just walked up. To some, this is a basic, implicit rule. These people often wonder why the grocery store management doesn’t write these down as explicit rules and thus help build the fabric of an organized society. But they don’t. We’re forced to figure them out by ourselves and play nicely in the sandbox. Perhaps, they just don’t understand. Or, perhaps, we have misunderstood. Either way, there is miscommunication and misunderstanding. As much as we don’t like it, we need rules. We need both explicit and implicit rules. Not too many, but just enough. The underlying fabric of most implicit rules is simple. It’s just simple kindness, thoughtfulness, and respect. You may argue, “But people aren’t like they used to be and most people don’t have manners.” Perhaps. But, the best way to live by these rules is to model them and then explain the “why” to the generation behind us. We spend a great deal of time teaching our grandson some of these implicit rules and why we should follow them. Sometimes, our answers to his “why” are simply because, “It’s what the Bible says” or “It’s important to be nice.” If he asks why, we say, “Because it’s a rule.” As the old proverb says, “One generation plants the tree and the next enjoys the shade.”
Wayne Geiger is the Pastor of First Baptist Grain Valley, an Adjunct Associate Professor of Speech, and freelance writer.
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Community Voices Community Profile: David Smith Editors Note: There are few things as intimidating as photographing a pro photographer. David Smith, freelance photographer from Grain Valley, is captured at left by our amateur lens. To view the professional quality photos Smith captures around town, check out his work at MaxPreps.com, follow him on Twitter (@DSmithPhotog), or check out his website at davidsmithphotography.zenfolio.com.
Photo credit: Valley News staff
Valley News recently caught up with Grain Valley resident David Smith before a girls basketball game at Blue Springs High School. Smith can be found around town capturing many exhilarating moments in prep and college sports. Smith moved to Grain Valley with his wife in 2003. He began with the Missouri Highway Patrol in 1983, and moved all over the state with the job, including stops in Rockport, Mound City, Tarkio, St. Joseph, Jefferson City, and Lee’s Summit. Smith credits his wife with getting him into his current profession. “When I married my wife, she was kind of a photo bug, and she got me
interested. She had some nephews who were younger than my two boys, and they were into a lot of sports. She wanted help in taking sports pictures. Helping her got me interested, and I slowly started accumulating photography equipment,” Smith said. “My oldest son ran track, and my youngest son played football at St. Joseph Central. I was able to take photos of them, and hang out on the sidelines. That was special, and it really got me hooked.” The self-taught shutterbug honed his skills and landed a job as a freelance photographer for CBS Sports Max Preps in 2015. Smith also does freelance work with other media outlets, including 810 Varsity. “I love being at the sporting events. The emotion, the intensity of the athletes. The challenge of trying to capture the perfect photo of that peak moment. When you get that perfect image, it’s just very satisfying. Sometimes when I see the parents of the athletes who may have purchased one of the images I’ve captured, and they comment about how much they
enjoy it, it’s just gratifying.” Sports photography pales in comparison to the dangers faced as a Highway Patrolman, but it is not without its hazards. “You have to have your head on a swivel, and pay attention to what’s going on around you. You don’t ever want to be part of the contest,” Smith said. “I’ve had a lot of close calls, but I’ve avoided anything serious.” Smith values the relationships he has been able to make with players, coaches, and athletic directors in the area. “I’ve met a lot of great people. It’s just amazing to me the level of talent we have in this area, and it’s fun to watch these athletes knowing that we’ll see some of them play at the college level and at the professional level.” When he’s not on the sidelines, Smith enjoys reading and spending time with his two granddaughters.
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Candidate Profile: Jan Reding
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Valley News will feature a candidate for City or Grain Valley School board in the weeks leading up to the April election. Information is provided by the candidates and edited for space and clarity. This week, we profile Jan Reding, a candidate for Grain Valley School Board.
Jan Reding is serving her twentieth year on the board. Reding has one son who is a 1990 graduate
of Grain Valley High School and has three granddaughters. Reding received a BS in Business Administration from Central Missouri State University (now University of Central Missouri) and served as building manager of the Power & Light Building in Kansas City from 1961 until her retirement in 1998. Reding holds a master’s certification from the Missouri School Boards Association. Reding serves on the Grain Valley Education Foundation Board, the University of Central Missouri Foundation Board, the Grain Valley Assistance Council, FOCUS for Grain Valley, United Methodist Women of Faith UMC, and the Grain Valley Historical Society.
What qualities should a board member possess? Board members should never bring an agenda to the board table. They must be ready to represent every student, not just a selected few. They must be open minded, respectful, and willing to participate in active and
aggressive discussions on all subjects. They must always be mindful that their actions and decisions should be based on “what’s good for all kids.” They must be responsible and trustworthy citizens willing to give whatever time is necessary to perform their duties as board members. Why are you running for reelection? Education has always been a major part of my life. While my son was in school, I was active in the school district, being part of the Citizen’s Advisory Committee, and the Counselor’s Advisory Committee as well as the Scholarship Committee. I initiated the volunteer program in the school district as the district’s first volunteer coordinator. I continued my contact with Central Missouri State by being a director of the University Foundation serving as Vice President and am now a director emeritus of that foundation. I also am a director on the Grain Valley Education Foundation Board.
What do you feel is the most important responsibility of the school board? To effectively educate every student every day. To provide the resources and facilities to attain and maintain the highest level of student achievement for every student is our most important responsibility. To achieve this goal, we believe we have the finest administrative staff as well as our certified and non-certified professional staff in the state of Missouri. What do you feel are the leadership responsibilities of school board members? School board members must exhibit respect, integrity, loyalty and accountability at all times. School boards that are composed of individuals who communicate well, who bring expertise from their respective fields of endeavor to the Board, and who show leadership in community involvement and activities add a great strength to the district as a whole.
Page 7 BOND continued from page 1 Grain Valley Schools announced the
addition of a $14.5 million school bond
issue to the ballot for the April 7, 2020
election. The purpose of the bond is to complete for Phase 5 of the district’s long-range plan of additions and
renovation to Grain Valley High School. Renderings at right illustrate the fine
arts additions planned as well as
additional parking at the high school.
Illustration credit: Grain Valley Schools
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MDC Encourages Anglers To Get Hooked On Missouri Trout Fishing by Joe Jerek of Missouri Department of Conservation
March 1st marks the annual opening of catch-and-keep trout fishing in Missouri at the state’s four trout parks: Bennett Spring State Park near Lebanon, Montauk State Park near Licking, Roaring River State Park near Cassville, and Maramec Spring Park near St. James. The catchand-keep season at the trout parks runs through Oct. 31. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) operates trout hatcheries at all four parks and stocks rainbow trout daily throughout the season. Trout anglers need a daily trout tag to fish in Missouri's trout parks. Daily trout tags can only be purchased at each of the four trout parks. Missouri residents 16 through 64 and nonresidents 16 and older also need a fishing permit in addition to the daily tag. The cost of a daily trout tag to fish at three of Missouri’s four trout parks --
Bennett Spring State Park, Montauk State Park, and Roaring River State Park – is now $4 for adults and $3 for those 15 years of age and younger. A daily fishing permit for Missouri residents is $7 and now $8 for nonresidents. The daily limit is four trout. New this year, MDC is conducting a pilot program at Maramec Spring Park where the daily limit has been raised from four to five trout and the cost of a daily trout tag for adults has gone from $3 to $5 and from $2 to $3 for anglers 15 years of age and younger. Trout hatcheries are just one way that conservation pays in Missouri. MDC staff stock more than 800,000 trout annually at the state's four trout parks and approximately 1.5 million trout annually statewide. Trout anglers spend more than $100 million each year in the ShowMe-State, which generates more than $180 million in business activity, supports
more than 2,300 jobs, and creates more than $70 million dollars in wages. About 30 percent of Missouri trout anglers come from other states, so a substantial portion of trout fishing expenditures is "new money" for the state's economy. Missouri also offers excellent trout fishing throughout the state on rivers and streams that support naturally reproducing trout. For more information on trout fishing in Missouri, visit MDC online at huntfish.mdc.mo.gov/fishing/ where-fish/trout-areas. Buy Missouri fishing permits from numerous vendors around the state, online at mdc.mo.gov/buypermits, or through MDC’s free mobile apps, MO Hunting and MO Fishing, available for download through Google Play for Android devices or the App Store for Apple devices.
March 1st marks the annual opening of catch--and and--keep trout fishing in Missouri catch state’’s four trout parks: Bennett at the state Spring State Park near Lebanon, Montauk State Park near Licking, Roaring River State Park near Cassville, and Maramec Spring Park near St. James. Photo credit: MDC
Health & Fitness
5 Tips To Help Older Adults Be Healthier (StatePoint) As we age, an increasing number of us link our emotional and physical well-being to our overall health. After all, you can’t do the things you enjoy if you aren’t healthy. With that in mind, Cigna and its Medicare Advantage (MA) fitness partner, the Silver&Fit Healthy Aging and Exercise Program, share these five tips to help older adults get fitter and stronger and be less stressed and happier:
1. Hit the gym. Exercise is a proven way to help you get fitter and stronger, improve balance, lose weight, reduce blood pressure, improve cardiovascular health, manage pain and even be more social. Many gyms offer such options as free weights, machines, pools, classes, private instructors and other amenities that can inspire you to try new things. Prefer working out with others? Group classes can help you discover a new exercise, stick to a schedule and find exercise buddies. If you’re new to exercise, remember that slow and steady is the way to build good habits, avoid injury and achieve health goals. It’s always a good idea to consult your doctor before starting any new exercise program. Can’t afford gym membership? You may be surprised to learn that many MA plans offer exercise programs at top fitness centers and YMCAs for no extra
cost. Check your plan for details.
2. Nourish your body. For optimal health, nourish your body with healthy, energizing foods, including fruits, vegetables, grains, fish and healthy oils, such as olive oil and sesame oil. Limit pre-packaged, processed foods. Set an achievable goal. Try cutting out one unhealthy food each month, such as sugary soft drinks or chips. Your body will love you for it! Also, stay hydrated, especially when exercising. At the same time, eliminate unhealthy habits, such as smoking or drinking alcohol in excess. With an MA plan, you may be able to get help with smoking cessation products or alcohol counseling at no extra cost. 3. Stress less. Stress can be toxic and debilitating. Develop a “PLAN” to deal with it. According to Cigna’s Dr. Stuart L. Lustig, this includes identifying a Period of time to unwind, a Location to de-stress, an Activity to enjoy and the Name of someone with whom you can talk. Yoga, tai chi and meditation may help you cope with stress, as well as going for walks, listening to music, comedy or audio books -- or even coloring. If you’re experiencing extreme stress, talk to your doctor. Remember, the mind and body are connected, and stress takes its toll on physical health.
4. Get social. According to a 2018 Cigna survey, loneliness in America has reached epidemic levels. Nearly half of Americans report sometimes or always feeling alone (46 percent) or left out (47 percent). Loneliness has been shown to negatively impact physical and mental health. Alleviate loneliness by taking one proactive step each week. For example, call or get coffee with friends or family, join a club or volunteer. You can also connect with other active adults on social media. Check out the inspirational health and fitness posts on the @SilverandFit Facebook page and join in the conversations. 5. Practice gratitude. Happiness comes with thankfulness.
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Health & Fitness
Portion Distortion by Tracey Shaffer, RDN, LD Eating smaller portions can be one of the easiest ways to decrease the amount of calories in your diet. Unfortunately, it’s not that easy when we live in a nation of super-sized meals. Our idea of an appropriate serving can get distorted. So, how do you know what a reasonable portion size is when you see it? I’ve come up with some tips to help you re-train your eyes. One way to get your portions right is the plate method. It’s simple and effective. Fill one-half of your dinner plate with vegetables, one-fourth with whole grains/breads and one-fourth with lean meat or protein (beans, eggs, tofu). This method is an easy way to approximate serving sizes without having to measure and gives your meal balance. Another way to estimate portion
sizes by using comparisons to other household items. 1 oz. meat: size of a small matchbox 3-4oz. meat: size of a deck of cards or bar of soap –recommended dinner portion 3-4 oz. fish: size of a checkbook 1 oz. cheese: size of 4 dice Medium potato: size of a computer mouse 2 tablespoons peanut butter: size of a ping pong ball ½ cup pasta: size of a tennis ball Average bagel: size of a hockey puck Medium apple or orange: the size of a tennis ball ¼ cup dried fruit: a small handful To eat smaller portions: Make your own individual servings by counting out chips, crackers, dried fruit,
nuts, etc. and putting them in resealable bags. You won’t be eating mindlessly from a large bag that way. Buy single portions of snack foods especially sweets. Usually the urge to eat sweets is a craving, not true hunger, so a small bit will do the trick. When eating out, ask for half of your meal to be packed up at the time of ordering. That way you are not tempted to keep eating and you can eat the rest for tomorrow’s meal. Two meals for the price of one! Tracey Shaffer, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian at the Blue Springs Hy-Vee. She can be reached at tshaffer@hy-vee.com. The information is not intended as medical advice. Please consult a medical professional for individual advice.
Munch‘ Munch‘em Crunch‘ Crunch‘em Snack Mix Makes 16 ½-cup snack servings All you need: 3 cups (about 4 ounces) reduced-fat cheese crackers (or similar) 3 cups (about 3 ounces) pretzel sticks, low -sodium if available ¾ cup unsalted or lightly salted peanuts 1 cup raisins All you do: Add all ingredients to a storage-size resealable bag. Shake and flip the bag to mix. Measure out ½ cup portions into individual re-sealable bags. Nutrition Facts per serving: 211 calories, 10 grams fat, 26 grams carbohydrates, 5 grams protein, 159 mg sodium
Home & Garden
Industrial Hemp: An Ancient Multipurpose Crop
by Michele Warmund, University of Missouri, Division of Plant Sciences, modified and submitted by Cathy Bylinowski, Horticulture Instructor, MU Extension- Jackson County, MO
Although industrial hemp ( Cannabis sativa) is considered a new crop in Missouri, it is actually an ancient crop, which was harvested in China 8500 years ago. Fiber hemp was introduced to western Asia and Egypt, and then into Europe between 1000 and 2000 BCE. Hemp was imported into North America in 1606. Missouri was a major producer of fiber hemp from 1840 to 1860 due to the demand for sailcloth and rope. Hemp was primarily grown in Kentucky until World War I. However, the Marijuana Tax Act ended fiber hemp production in 1938, except for a brief production period from 1942 to 1945 when 400,000 acres produced fiber for cloth and cordage. Industrial hemp could again be an important alternative crop for Missouri farmers. It is the job of University of Missouri as a state research university to determine the best way to do that. Research will focus on both ideal growing conditions and potential economic impact. Industrial Hemp is not Marijuana. Although the plant used to grow industrial hemp is the same plant as used to grow marijuana, they are
different varieties, which means they have extensive botanical differences – the main difference being that industrial hemp has less than 0.3 percent THC. It cannot be used as a recreational drug. Hemp is one of the oldest sources of textile fiber. The bast fibers in the phloem of the stem tissue ("bark") range from 0.2 to 1.6 inches long, while the stem core fibers, known as hurds, are shorter. Textiles made with bast fiber are strong and durable, with high tensile and wet strength. Thus, bast fibers were used extensively for rope, nets, canvas, sailcloth, and oakum for caulking on ships. Fiber hemp was also valued for upholstery, bags, sacks, and tarpaulins during this time. Today, hemp is used in materials for clothing and footwear. During the 1800's, paper was made primarily from hemp and flax. Later, the development of cheap wood pulping methods for paper production was more economical than processing hemp and flax fibers. Today, specialty hemp paper products made from bast fibers include art papers, tea bags, bank notes, and technical filters.
Presently, hemp fiber is incorporated into plastic composites for molded car parts in Europe. Henry Ford used hemp and soybean to make durable car parts, such as trunk doors, in the 1940's. In car parts with fiber hemp, there is no splintering in accidents. It provides favorable mechanical and acoustical properties. Hemp composites may have other uses in the manufacturing of bicycles, airplanes, and other vehicles for lightweight parts, padding, or sound insulation. Fiber hemp is used in building construction products for thermal insulation, fiberboard, and in cement and plaster to enhance the strength of building materials. For fiberboard, the short hurd fibers are used in composite wood products. The addition of hemp fibers into concrete also reduces shrinkage and cracking. Hemp hurds can also be chemically combined with other products to strengthen foundations, walls, floors and ceilings of structures, or to make tile-like products. Outdoor products made from hemp fibers, such as hemp fiber
netting or blankets, can prevent soil erosion and stabilize new plantings. Horticultural uses for hemp fiber include biodegradable pots and biodegradable twine or supports for plants and trees in landscapes, orchards, and vineyards, replacing plastic ties. Hemp hurds are also useful for animal bedding and pet litter. Hulled hemp seed and coldpressed hempseed oil can be used for specialty food products, beverages, nutraceuticals, and cosmetics in North America. Due to the nutty flavor of hemp seeds, they are included in some food products. As with any "new" crop, there are pitfalls for producers, including growing challenges, potential for overproduction, new laws, and a lack of secure markets. For consumers, fiber hemp offers alternative products. Currently, market expansion of non -food hemp products is limited by crop availability and high costs associated with fiber extraction and manufacturing processes. However, with innovative solutions, technical challenges can be overcome.
Sports
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Eagles Win Overtime Thriller Against Bulldogs by John Unrein
As Neil Diamond’s Sweet Caroline could be heard blaring down the hall from the Grain Valley Lady Eagles Basketball locker room, Head Coach Randy Draper couldn’t contain his smile. There was no doubt a boisterous celebration taking place behind closed doors by his players. The Eagles had just capped a thrilling overtime victory against the visiting Grandview Bulldogs by a score of 67-57. “Our kids focused well tonight. The band was loud, and the crowd was awesome. It was a great atmosphere for a high school basketball game. It’s funny that the louder things got, the better we played in the last quarter and overtime,” Draper said. “I appreciated our toughness. (Jordyn) Weems and (Malia) Guttierrez did a excellent job against Cierra Smith for them (Grandview). She still managed to score an abundance of points. However, there were a few things we tweaked and tightened up at the end that made a difference defensively for us.” Smith was a handful much of the game for the Eagles. The Sophomore Guard for the Bulldogs would lead all scorers with 41 points. Much of Smith’s success came from making good decisions at the top of the pick and roll offense deployed by Grandview. Draper and his staff made a defensive change with 3:00 left in the 4th quarter that paid dividends in stopping Smith. Both Weems and Guttierrez started coming underneath the pick and anticipating the side in which Smith would dribble. This permitted the Eagles to stop her advance and get a hand in her face
when she shot. The adjustment limited Smith’s ability to score for the remainder of the contest. Freshmen Grace Slaughter and Ella Clyman led the Eagles offense. Slaughter was Grain Valley’s top scorer with 33 points and 4 rebounds. She was backed by Clyman, who contributed 15 points and 10 rebounds in their team’s winning effort. Slaughter was dominant during overtime as she would tally 10 of the 12 points scored by the Eagles in the extra period. The memory of the first time Grain Valley played Grandview was still fresh in Slaughter’s mind and spurred her efforts. “I kept replaying the first time we played them (Grandview) in my head. It was not a pretty game against a conference opponent. We knew coming out tonight that they were going to be physical and aggressive. I knew we could perform better and wanted to play full throttle,” Slaughter said. Slaughter was also impressed by the defensive efforts of her teammate, 5’2” Senior Guard Savannah Scott. The Eagles Court Warming Queen, who was honored at halftime, would go on to make 3 key steals during the game. Two of those steals occurred by Scott during overtime and helped the Eagles stretch their lead late. “Everyone on this team has a role. Savannah (Scott) plays hers very well. She came up big tonight with the two steals in overtime. People may underestimate her because of her size, but that doesn’t tell the whole story of the type of player she is,” Slaughter said. Clyman was equally as happy with
Six GVHS Wrestlers Head To State Six Grain Valley High School wrestlers will head to the 90th Boys MSHSAA Wrestling Championships at Mizzou Arena in Columbia February 20th-22nd:
Freshman Dru Azcona (113) Junior Donovan McBride (285) Cameron Mickelson (152) Junior Hunter Newsom (182) Senior Trenton Starr (126) Senior Drake Tipton (170)
Freshman Grace Slaughter sinks a shot as she glides through the lane. Photo credit: Valley News staff what her team was able to accomplish. The young post player for the Eagles was not intimidated by the physical play occurring under the basket. “I’m glad I could help my team win. I tried my best. It was fun watching us overcome and win late. I will give a lot of credit to Keely (Hill). Her boxing out (for rebound positioning) helped me secure
some boards. We worked our butts off tonight,” Clyman said. The Grain Valley Lady Eagles Basketball team improves to a 15-7 record as they move closer to Missouri Class 4, District 14 Tournament competition.
Court Warming King and Queen Crowned Senior Savannah Scott was crowned
Court Warming Queen and Senior Josh Kilpatrick was crowned King during a
halftime presentation on Friday, February 14th at Grain Valley High School. Photo credit: Valley News staff
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Eagles Show Resolve In Loss To Bulldogs by John Unrein
The Grain Valley Eagles Boys Basketball team demonstrated toughness in their 65-50 loss to the Grandview Bulldogs on Friday, February 14th. The Eagles did not let their height disadvantage or the full court pressure they faced the entire game hinder their will to compete. Grain Valley consistently broke Grandview’s press by advancing the ball with good floor spacing and sound judgment in passing. The result of this work often left Grain Valley winded at the start of their half-court offense. The Eagles met the challenge with their starters turning in an abundance of minutes played and points scored. Seniors Caden Matlon and Josh Kilpatick along with Junior Jaden Yung were the top scorers for the Eagles. Matlon sunk a trio of three pointers on his way to scoring 20 points. Kilpatrick and Yung backed Matlon’s effort by scoring 10 points each themselves. Grandview’s high octane offense was fueled by Sophomore Taj Manning in the post and Senior Reggie Morris Jr. in the frontcourt. Manning led all scorers with 23 points. Morris Jr.’s 19 points came from sound shooting judgment and efficiency at the free throw line. The opening sequence of the second half demonstrated the story line of the game. Manning came down from the top of the key on a set screen to dunk the received alley-oop pass for the Bulldogs. Both Yung and Matlon responded for the Eagles with back to back three pointers that cut the Grandview lead to 35-24 with 7:01 left in the 3rd quarter. The Eagles would go on to cut the lead to below double digits twice more in the second half. However, they were unable to chip away at Grandview’s lead any further. Grandview’s bench depth and player substitution rotation kept fresh bodies on the court as they pulled away at the end of the contest. Grain Valley Head Basketball Coach Andy Herbert was disappointed in the outcome, but not with his team’s effort. “I thought our kids did a really good job against their press. We talked and prepped for this before the game in that the press will not only physically exhaust you, it will mentally exhaust you was well in that you have to make thousands of decisions.,” Herbert said. “Our team was able to handle that and have three to four possessions of good basketball in a row before we got silly with some things. That’s a credit to them (Grandview) and their defense.” “We really competed. The effort was there tonight by us. When you play someone as physically demanding as
Grandview, you can get your feelings hurt when they alley-oop or make an exciting play. I am proud that those things didn’t bother us tonight as we played with a straight face.” Herbert continued, “Jaden (Yung) belongs. He’s subtlety improving. He’s always had ability. It’s been the little things though that he’s worked on regarding his footwork and defense that’s making the difference for him right now.” Yung’s stat line for the game also included 2 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals. Yung seemed to enjoy the pressure and the competition that occurred on the court with the comments he shared after the game. “Definitely, we passed the ball well tonight and hustled to get open. They (Grandview) run up and down the court a lot. It’s fun to face a team with their talent. It gives you a chance to step up and do your best in giving your team a chance,” Yung said. Kilpatrick echoed Yung’s remarks and felt the Eagles had worked hard in practice to prepare for their Suburban Conference opponent. “We worked a lot in preparing for their press. Our JV guys worked hard in making sure we were ready for this by what they did in practice. Grandview is a great team. The tough shots that didn’t go for us tonight led to them getting fast break points and pulling away,” Kilpatrick said. “Something I’ve learned over the years is that having height comes with the responsibility to crash the boards. Everyone of us has the obligation to get position, regardless of whether we are at a height disadvantage. They have a great player in Manning that gets rebounds and is a handful in the paint. We did our best. I was very pleased with how we played for three quarters. The fourth quarter we were in foul trouble and they made their free throws.” Herbert shared his thoughts as his team prepares for late February basketball that lies ahead. The Eagles will move into Class 4, District 14 Tournament play with a 15-8 record. “Tonight, was a game we can build on. There are bits and pieces we can take away that are positives. We also must get better at avoiding clusters of negative offensive possessions. It can’t be turnover, bad shot, turnover. It becomes hard to withstand those things against the good teams we are going to face in district play,” Herbert said.
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Junior Jaden Yung drives the lane for a successful layup. Photo credit: Valley News staff
Senior Caden Matlon converts a contested jump shot. Photo credit: Valley News staff
Community Calendar Thursday, February 20, 2020
Senior Yoga Weekly on Mondays Grain Valley Community Center, 713 S Main 10:30am—11:15am $2 or Free for SilverSneakers, Silver & Fit, and Renew Active Members
Saturday, February 22, 2020
Board of Aldermen Meeting Grain Valley City Hall, 711 S Main 7:00pm
Bunco & Potluck 12:30pm YMCA Active Older Adults Program at First Baptist Church Play Bunco with friends and enjoy a shared meal. Prizes to the winners. Discover Nature: Maple Sugaring Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center, Blue Springs 1:00pm—3:00pm Storytime for Families Mid-Continent Public Library Grain Valley Branch 6:00pm—6:30pm Come share the early literacy experience with the whole family. Hear stories, sing songs, join in movement activities, and more.
Monday, February 24, 2020
Senior Coffee Weekly on Mondays Grain Valley Community Center, 713 S Main 9:00am—11:00am Free.
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
YMCA Active Older Adults Movie Day YMCA Active Older Adults at First Baptist Church 12:00pm Enjoy a movie and fresh popcorn with friends. Movie is “Parenthood”. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner Faith United Methodist Church, 1950 SW Eagles Parkway 6:00pm Join us Shrove Tuesday for a traditional pancake supper. Free—pancakes provided by Chris Cakes
Introduction to Internet Genealogy Mid-Continent Public Library Grain Valley Branch 6:30pm Discover the best genealogy websites for your research. This is a beginnerlevel class. Basic computer literacy is needed to follow along. Registration required. www.mymcpl.org/events
Thursday, February 27, 2020
Game Day & Potluck YMCA Active Older Adults at First Baptist Church 12:30pm Come play games of choice with a shared meal.
Friday, February 28, 2020
Movie Night Benefit Hosted by GVHS Student Government Grain Valley High School 6:00pm—Moana 8:00pm—Avengers: Endgame $2 admission. Concessions available.
Saturday, February 29, 2020
Bluebirds of Happiness Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center, Blue Springs 9:00am—10:00am The Eastern bluebird is the state symbol and a symbol of conservation success in Missouri. Join us as we look at the bluebird’s history, success and future in Missouri. Plus, learn how you can attract these ‘patriotic’ birds to your backyard.
Monday, February 24, 2020
Senior Coffee Weekly on Mondays Grain Valley Community Center, 713 S Main 9:00am—11:00am Free. Senior Yoga Weekly on Mondays Grain Valley Community Center, 713 S Main 10:30am—11:15am $2 or Free for SilverSneakers, Silver & Fit, and Renew Active Members
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