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SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Grain Valley Schools Extends Hybrid Plan Through 1st Quarter The Grain Valley School Board voted at its September 17th meeting to extend the hybrid model through the end of first quarter. When the hybrid model for grades 6-12 was originally adopted for the start of school it was set for only the month of September. In a email to parents and community members, the district stated the hybrid model has helped allow for social distancing in middle and high schools while also allowing each student in person days each week. Early childhood and elementary students are in person full time. The Board will continue to monitor the hybrid approach and expects to rule on a model for second quarter by early November. Brad Welle, Deputy Superintendent for School and Community Services, said the school year is off to a smooth start
despite the challenges of COVID-19. “The school year is off to a very good start considering the circumstances. Our teachers and staff are working incredibly hard to provide as much normalcy as possible to our students and our families have been very generous with us as we navigate a different kind of school year, “ Welle said. As of September 23rd, the confirmed positive COVID-19 cases in the district remains at 3. In other business, the school board approved set the overall tax levy rate at $5.1059 per $100,000 of assessed valuation for property within the school district boundaries. The rate reflects an increase of 10.89 cents compared with a year ago to offset a decrease in assessed valuation of property by $3,136,212 in 2020.
Missouri Trivia by Marcia Napier, Grain Valley Historical Society
Vol. 3, No. 38
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Absentee Voting Begins In Jackson County For November Election Absentee and mail-in voting began September 22nd in Jackson County for the November 3rd election. Ballots have been mailed to voters who have requested absentee or mail-in ballots. The deadline to request an absentee or mail-in ballot is October 21st. Ballots must be received by 7:00pm on Election Day (November 3rd). The Jackson County Election Board absentee office is located at 110 N. Liberty, Independence. The office is open Monday—Friday, 8:30am—5:00pm.
In addition, the office will be open the following Saturdays: from 8:30am— 12:30pm: October 10, 2020 October 17, 2020 October 24, 2020 October 31, 2020 A chart outlining eligibility and application procedures is provided on page 2. Applications for absentee or mail-in ballots may be found at www.jcebmo.org.
Good News: Eagles Cross Country Team Embraces Theme “More Than Running”
Editors Note: Marcia Napier with the Grain Valley Historical Society will share Missouri trivia regularly as the state looks forward to celebrating its bicentennial in 2021.
There’s only one corn cob pipe factory left in the world and it’s right here in Missouri This Midwestern commodity was born out of circumstance in 1869 when a Missouri farmer whittled a smoking pipe out of a dried out corn cob. Henry Tibbe, a woodworker from Washington, MO, was
commissioned to make a few more corn cob pipes. The pipes sold so well that Tibbe left woodworking behind and started producing the pipes full-time. In 1907, the company was re-named the Missouri Meerschaum Company and they’re still going strong today!
In This Edition:
Looking Back: O’Connell Building, Ryan’s Store
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Business: Time Running Out To Complete Census
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Wayne’s World: Fall Stuff
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Plants On Your Plate: Peppers
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Sports: Eagles Dominant In Win Over Patriots
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Cover graphic: GVHS Marching Eagles practice on the evening of September 22nd. Photo credit: Valley News staff
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The Grain Valley Eagles Cross Country team has celebrated a number of strong performances so far this season, but it is the team’s actions outside of competition that has impressed their coaches. Head Cross Country Coach Nick Small explained the team’s theme for this season is “More Than Running.” “Our team is progressing well this season. They have really bought in to our theme this year. Eating habits, sleeping habits, the little things before and after practice like rolling, dynamics, mental training/education, giving back.— all of it. As a coaching staff we take pride in how they have approached each race and they have had some pretty solid performances against some
of the best teams in the state,” Small said. “Even more, what makes us most proud is the love they show to our community. For the last 2 weeks, members of our team have organized on their own to pick up trash at local trails we run consistently. They noticed a problem and they mobilized to fix it. They meet before our runs, donating their time. As coaches, we have been blown away by their self organized philanthropy and the joy in which they give back. I am truly honored to coach this team.” See page 11 for results from GVHS Cross Country’s recent meet. Photo courtesy Grain Valley Cross Country
Local News
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Police Blotter The following information is derived from the Grain Valley Police Department daily calls for service log for the week of September 9-15, 2020. September 9, 2020 1200 Block Ashley Ln Sni-A-Bar & Eagles Hedgewood & Duncan 700 Block Main St 300 Block Front St 1000 Block Dean Dr 600 Block EE Kirby 800 Block RD Mize Rd 400 Block Main St 700 Block Main St 1000 Block Dean Dr 900 Block Ryan Rd 700 Block Main St 600 Block Yennie 1100 Block Buckner Tarsney 600 Block Broadway 200 Block Hannah Ct South City Limits 700 Block Main St September 10, 2020 Highview & Pamela Golfview Dr & Golfview Cir
Disturbance Abandoned Auto Suspicious Activity Alarm Suspicious Activity Citizen Contact Citizen Contact Citizen Contact Property Damage Citizen Contact Stolen Vehicle Alarm Citizen Contact Animal At Large Stolen Vehicle Citizen Contact Citizen Contact Agency Assist (JACO) Suspicious Activity
1100 Block Buckner Tarsney 100 Block Eagles Pkwy 600 Block Yennie US 40 & Main St 1200 Block Foxtail 200 Block Katie Ct US 40 & Main St 1200 Block Eagles
Parking Complaint Agency Assist (DTF/USMS) Trespassing Alarm Alarm Motor Vehicle Accident Alarm Civil Matter Area Check Suspicious Vehicle
September 11, 2020 1100 Block Persimmon 1200 Block Ashley Ln 1200 Block Eagles 200 Block Cypress 800 Block Capelle 1700 Block Creek Land 1200 Block Pamela 700 Block Main St
Stealing Residence Check Motor Vehicle Accident Stealing from Auto Citizen Contact Suspicious Vehicle Suspicious Vehicle Citizen Contact
700 Block Main St Gateway & Tisha Ln 1100 Block McQuerry September 12, 2020 1100 Block McQuerry 1100 Block Blue Branch 900 Block Ryan Rd 1100 Block Main St 100 Block McQuerry 700 Block Main St 600 Block Broadway 200 Block Parker 800 Block Mulberry Ct September 13, 2020 800 Block Ryan Rd 1700 Block Buckner Tarsney 500 Block Hickory Ridge Dr 700 Block Main St 100 Block Rock Creek Ln 800 Block Montana Ridge 1200 Block Hillsboro 500 Block Cross Creek
Property Damage Suspicious Activity Assault
Citizen Contact Civil Matter Alarm Alarm Unattended Death Citizen Contact Suspicious Juveniles Animal Locked in Vehicle Disturbance
1500 Block Jaclyn Dr
Alarm Alarm Burglary Agency Assist (CJC) Civil Matter Agency Assist (CJC) Civil Matter Leaving the Scene of Motor Vehicle Accident Area Check
September 14, 2020 300 Block Coldwater Creek 1100 Block McQuerry 700 Block Main St 1400 Block Olympia Dr 700 Block Main St 400 Block Eagles 600 Block Gateway 1200 Block Golfview 1700 Block Creek Land 1300 Block Sycamore
Alarm Motor Vehicle Accident Stealing from Auto Alarm Lost Property Citizen Contact Extra Patrol Suspicious Activity Suspicious Person Area Check
September 15, 2020 1100 Block Buckner Tarsney Butterfly Trail 1300 Block Eagles Parkway 900 Block Abar Dr
Alarm Suspicious Person Disturbance Parking Complaint
Additional calls: Suicidal subject: 1
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Looking Back
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Looking Back: O’Connell Building, Ryan’s Store by Marcia Napier, Grain Valley Historical Society The Historical Society Museum looks forward to welcoming our new neighbor, Iron Kettle Brewing. And while the business is new to Grain Valley, the building is 100 years old. A few years ago, Patricia Davis Parr made a presentation to the Historical Society. She took us on tour through the streets of our town and told us what she knew about the homes, churches, and businesses that made up Grain Valley from about 1900 to 1940. Beginning at Walnut Street and preceding south along the west side of Main we would have passed the Christian Church, two small houses, and the Sni-A-Bar Bank. South of the bank was a building which housed different businesses including a café, a millinery shop, and a locker plant. If I had remembered this reference in April, I would have known that the millinery shop was on the west side of Main Street. The next building is the subject of this article. Mrs. Parr’s grandfather, John T. O’Connell, was the local barber when
he married Creola Warren in 1906. He also helped his brothers with a café (circa 1912) across the alley where the Historical Society is currently located. His tonsorial (April 23, 2020 Valley News) burned in 1920 and he replaced it with the current two-story brick building which may well be built on the original foundation. The building was rented to Charles and Ida Ryan who ran a general store. Inside along the north wall were dry goods and the groceries shelves were on the south side. Mrs. Parr recalled the rolling ladder that allowed customers to reach the top shelves. At some point, the Ryan’s opened the locker plant in the building on the north side and a wide door was put into the wall, connecting the two buildings. Later, Ed and Louise Crull ran the grocery store until 1953. After that I have no memory of the building being occupied downstairs until the antique shops came to Grain Valley sometime in the 1990s. I’ve talked with a few “oldtimers” and no one remembers much
about the building during the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Maybe it was vacant? The second floor housed a theatre which was popular after the Royal Playhouse closed. It was also used for meetings by The Royal Neighbors and The Modern Woodman of the World. I can recall going up the steep, creepy stairs to attend Halloween parties sponsored by The Royal Neighbors when I was in elementary school. That is also where I took tap and ballet lessons from Glo-Del Dance Studio between 1950 and 1953. Gloria was my teacher and she and Deloris came to Grain Valley on Saturdays in the winter to teach tap, jazz, and ballet. “If these walls could talk…” We’ve all heard that old saying. But it’s true and if walls could talk I’m sure there are many stories to tell. We’ll just have to patronize Iron Kettle Brewing and make up some new stories for the second hundred years in the life of this great old building.
West side of Main Street, circa 1910-11. Photo courtesy Grain Valley Historical Society
Visit the Grain Valley Historical Society at 506 S. Main on Wednesdays or visit us online at ww.grainvalleyhistory.com and Facebook (@grainvalleyhistory).
On The Ballot: Missouri Judges The November ballot includes a number of judges up for retention. The Missouri Plan, also known as the NonPartisan Court Plan, allows the voters to have a say in the retention of judges and remains a model for the nation. In the City of St. Louis, and in St. Louis, Jackson, Clay, Platte and Greene counties, judges apply for their positions on the bench and are selected on the basis of merit. In this judicial process laid out in the state’s constitution, judges who serve under the Missouri Plan have been nominated by a judicial commission and then selected by the governor. After their first 12 months on the bench and the end of each term, nonpartisan judges must go before the voters in a retention election. Voters are asked whether each of these judges should be
retained. To be retained, each judge must receive a majority vote. If a judge does not receive a majority of votes, his or her judicial seat will become vacant at the end of its present term. The judicial commission will then nominate three candidates for the position and the governor will appoint one to fill the vacancy. The terms for appellate court judges are 12 years. Among trial judges, circuit judges serve six-year terms, while associate circuit judges serve four -year terms. The performance of Missouri judges serving under the Non-Partisan Court Plan are reviewed by a statewide committee. The Judicial Performance Review Committee votes on whether they believe a judge substantially meets
overall judicial performance standards. The Judicial Performance Review Committee analyzes the performance of judges up for retention. The committee conducts its reviews based on whether a judge substantially overall meets judicial performance standards. Relevant information from a variety of sources is considered as part of the review process. The Committee voted all judges up for retention votes in November substantially met overall judicial performance standards. Jackson County voters will decide on the retention of the following judges in November: Supreme Court of Missouri: Judge Patricia Breckenridge Judge Patricia Breckenridge was appointed to the Supreme Court of
Missouri in September 2007. Prior to being appointed to the Missouri Supreme Court, she was appointed to the Missouri Court of Appeals for the Western District in 1990 and served until 2007. Prior to that, she served as an associate circuit judge in Vernon County from 1982-1990. Judge Breckenridge received both her bachelor’s degree with honors in agricultural economics and juris doctorate from the University of Missouri-Columbia. The civic and charitable activities of Judge Breckenridge pertaining to the administration of justice include volunteering with Lawyers Encouraging Academic Performance (LEAP); being master of the Elwood Thomas American Inn of Court, providing mentorship and education to young lawyers and law
see JUDGES on page 5
Business
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Time Running Out To Complete Census With the 2020 Census ending a month early on September 30th, the Kansas City Regional Complete Count Committee is asking all residents to fill out the survey now. Residents have three options to complete the census. They can visit www.2020Census.gov to complete the form online. They can respond by phone by calling 844-330-2020 (English) and 844-468-2020 (Spanish). If a household received the paper survey, they can complete the form and return it by mail. Census data guides the distribution of more than $675 billion in federal funds
annually to support programs in states and local communities. For every adult and every child not counted in the census, Missouri stands to lose $1,300. Experts estimate that the 2010 census undercounted the population by 1 percent. A similar undercount in 2020 could cost the Kansas City region more than $48 million each year over the next decade. As of September 22nd, Missouri reported a 65% response rate. Grain Valley’s response rate is currently 78.7%.
Jackson County Offers COVID-19 Testing Jackson County continues to provide COVID-19 testing opportunities throughout the county at mobile locations. Events next week include: Monday, September 28th: Lee’s Summit: Old Fire Station #3, 210 Sw Pryor Rd. Tuesday, September 29th: Metro Christian Fellowship, 2217 High Grove Rd, Grandview
Ad space provided by the Grain Valley Partnership.
Thursday, October 1st: Blue Springs: Vesper Hall, 400 NW Vesper St Friday, September 25th: Eastern Jackson County Courthouse parking lot, 308 W. Kansas, Independence Advance registration is requested and may be completed at https://jacohd.org/ events/ Walk-ups will be taken on a limited basis.
Wednesday, September 23rd: .Buckner Masonic Lodge, 611 S. Sibley ST
Grain Valley Partnership Welcomes New Partners The Grain Valley Partnership welcomes two new partners Hegagon Hair and Yoga Puppy Love
For more information on business partners and upcoming events hosted by the Grain Valley Partnership, visit www.growgrainvalley.org.
On The Ballot
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JUDGES continued from page 3 students; and volunteering time as a speaker on civic education to both students and adults throughout Missouri. Missouri Court of Appeals: Judge Thomas N. Chapman Judge Thomas N. Chapman began serving on the Missouri Court of Appeals – Western District in September 2018. Prior to this appointment, he spent seven years as a circuit judge for the 43rd Judicial Circuit, and as presiding judge from 2012-2018. Judge Chapman graduated from Westminster College with a bachelor’s in political science in 1988. He holds his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law and LL.M Taxation from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Law. He is currently a member of the Kansas City Missouri Bar Association, the Livingston County Bar Association, The Missouri Bar and Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity/Honor Society. Judge Chapman was recognized by the Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce in 2007 with an Outstanding Personal Community Service Award and in 2018 as Chamber Person of the Year.
Jackson County Circuit Court: Judge Cory Atkins Judge Cory Atkins was appointed as circuit judge on October 4, 2019. Previously, Judge Atkins served as an associate circuit judge. Judge Atkins earned his bachelor’s degree in English from Rockhurst University and his law degree from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. Judge Atkins is a member of The Missouri Bar, the Kansas City
Metropolitan Bar Association, and the National Courts and Sciences Institute (faculty). Judge Patrick W. Campbell Judge Patrick W. Campbell was appointed as Family Court commissioner for the 16th Judicial Circuit in 2006 and became circuit judge in March 2013. He earned his bachelor’s degree in political science and administration of justice from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and his law degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He is a member of The Missouri Bar, the Kansas Bar, the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association and the Association of Women Lawyers. In addition, he serves as chair of the Jackson County Circuit Court’s Commissioner Retention Committee and serves on both the executive and rules committees. Judge Kenneth R. Garrett III Judge Kenneth R. Garrett III was appointed as circuit judge in 2013. He was an associate circuit judge in the 16th Judicial Circuit from 2010 to 2013. Previously, he had served as an assistant prosecuting attorney and an assistant attorney general. Judge Garrett received his undergraduate degree in political science from the University of MissouriKansas City, and his Juris Doctor from the same institution. He also holds a master’s degree in public administration from UMKC. Judge Garrett is a member of The Missouri Bar, The Kansas Bar Association, the Jackson County Bar Association, the Eastern Jackson County Bar Association and the Missouri Association of Associate and Probate Judges.
In addition, Judge Garrett serves on the following committees: Civil Justice Reform; Commission on Racial and Ethic Fairness; Criminal Records and Justice Information Advisory Committee; Missouri Supreme Court Civil Rules Committee; Missouri Court Automation Committee; and the State Judicial Records Committee. Judge Kevin D. Harrell Judge Kevin D. Harrell was appointed to the bench in August 2012. He received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He received his law degree from UMKC, as well. Prior to his service on the bench, Judge Harrell served as the chief deputy prosecuting attorney for the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office. Since his last retention election, he has served as a criminal administrative judge. Judge Harrell is a member of the Jackson County Bar Association and the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association. He has also served as a mock trial judge for UMKC. Judge John M. Torrence Judge John M. Torrence was appointed to the bench in August 2001 as a circuit judge. He served as presiding judge of the Jackson County Circuit Court in 2017 and 2018. Judge Torrence earned his bachelor’s degree in history cum laude at Saint Louis University and his Juris Doctor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He is a member of The Missouri Bar, the Missouri Judicial Conference and a board member for CASA of Jackson County. Judge Jeffrey C. Keal Judge Jeffrey C. Keal was appointed as associate circuit judge on November 5, 2013. Prior to his appointment, Judge Keal was with the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office. He joined the prosecutor’s office in 1991, and during his 22-year tenure there, he handled white collar and property crimes. He obtained his J.D. degree from the
University of Missouri – Kansas City in 1986 and his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from UMKC in 1983. He is a member of The Missouri Bar, the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Association for Women Lawyers and the Eastern Jackson County Bar Association. Judge Janette K. Rodecap Judge Janette K. Rodecap was appointed as associate circuit judge in May 2014. She previously served as a trial team leader in the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office. Judge Rodecap graduated from Northwestern University summa cum laude in 1997 with a B.A. degree in European history and obtained her J.D. with distinction from the University of Iowa College of Law in 2001. Judge Rodecap is a member of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association; member and connections program mentor through the Association for Women Lawyers; member of the Western District Historical Society board of directors; master for Ross T. Roberts Trial Academy; and a member of the Supreme Court Trail Judge Education Committee. Judge Kyndra J. Stockdale Judge Kyndra J. Stockdale was appointed as associate circuit judge for the 16th Circuit Court of Jackson County on March 1, 2019. Prior to her appointment, she served as an assistant prosecutor with the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office from 2005 until 2012. Judge Stockdale attended the University of Kansas and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in 2000, and a Juris Doctorate degree in 2003. Judge Stockdale is a member of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, the Kansas Bar Association, the Association of Women Lawyers and the American Bar Association.
Community Voices
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Wayne’s World Fall Stuff by Wayne Geiger Our front porch is decorated with mums, pumpkins, corn stalks, vines, and other junk. My wife, the highly creative one, loves to decorate. I’ve never had an eye for the aesthetically pleasing, although I do admire the colors in a well -dressed turkey club sandwich. Like his Maw-Maw, my grandson also has “the eye.” He loves to decorate and knows how to make things look nice. It’s a passion of his and he loves to decorate. When I think about decorations, I think about work. For weeks, the grandson has been talking about putting up “fall stuff.” That’s his vernacular for fall decorations. A couple of weeks ago, when it was 90 degrees, he was wanting to put up fall stuff and my wife had to redirect his attention and energy. It just wasn’t time for fall stuff. Honestly, I wasn’t ready either. I love summer and try to hang onto it as long as I can. I wasn’t ready for fall stuff. There is much about fall that I love. For example, I love the “cooler” temps and the beginning of football season. It’s also a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy a walk. Although I despise pumpkin spice anything, I do enjoy some of the fall foods and the beginning of baking season. There are also things about fall that I’m not fond of. Like an hourglass running out of sand, the brisk breezes of October will give way to the bonechilling temperatures of December. It also reminds me of the approaching holidays and the focus on commercialism not to mention that I’ll have to hang the Christmas lights. As I watch from my comfortable spot on the couch, my grandson, aided by his Maw-Maw, is putting little plastic pumpkins into a glass container that will be placed upon a shelf. He puts them in methodically and creatively. They have already weaved the vines with orange leaves (my wife uses the fancy name garlands) throughout the staircase banister. After putting in the last pumpkin, he smiles proudly and examines his creation. “Do you like fall stuff, Papa?” he asks. “I love your fall decorations. You make it look very pretty!” I reply heartily, strategically avoiding the pointed question, but still attempting to boost his self-esteem.
The mention of fall stuff stimulates an area in my brain that secretes some type of substance into my brain resulting in massive amounts of pain and unvoluntary physical reactions, like comments that protrude from my mouth such as, “Really, why do we need to put up all that stuff?” My wife gives me “the look,” but graciously allows me about three to five days to wallow in my misery before I face the inevitable trip to the attic. My wife, the decorator, has filled our attic with plastic tubs marked “fall” and “Christmas decorations.” It’s been a long time since I’ve been up there. The attic is a scary place. By design, I am a strategist and planner. My hope is that the fall stuff is in front of the Christmas stuff. Once in the attic, I look around at all the plastic bins. The memory of the pain from putting them away last year begins to reemerge. The stuff looks painfully familiar. As I peruse our tubs, we have gray, the most-popular, black, orange, and red. Unfortunately, the colors do not represent an organizational structure, but probably what happened to be on sale at the time. I am not happy that all of the labels are not facing out. As I think back to last seasons I had some help putting stuff away last year. After moving back and forth through the plastic bins, stacked four or five bins high, I flip bins around to ensure that all of the labels are facing out. “What will the labels say?” I shout from the attic. “They will say fall decorations,” my wife replies, “There are five or six bins.” I’m amazed that she remembers the number and don’t doubt her memory. I’ve learned to trust her on decorating stuff. I just keep looking. Like an archeologist on an expedition in the sweltering heat of the desert, I begin to sweat profusely and am getting steamed in the process. After twenty minutes of looking I have reached the end of the line. “I can’t find anything that says fall decorations,” I complain, “everything says Christmas.” The fact that everything says Christmas frightens me because I know in several months, these will need to come down too. “They’re up there somewhere,” she says, “you put them away.” Leaving no stone unturned, I begin the process again and find the missing
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bins. Fall stuff is seasonal. I guess that’s a good thing. God created the seasons for a reason. In Genesis it says, “And God said, “Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night. And let them be for signs and for seasons, and for days and years” (Gen 1:14). Seasons were created by God and are a gift from God. They break up the monotony of life and serve as signposts. The four seasons give us four changes. We have changes in the weather, changes in our wardrobes, changes in our food choices, and changes in our decorating. It also gives us some different things to complain about. It’s too hot, too cold, too windy, too wet. Life also comes in seasons and that’s a good thing. For most of us, this has been a tough season. Between the pandemic, the strife, the politics, and all the personal stuff we always have to deal with, we’ve all experienced a rough
season. But, be encouraged. It’s just a season. It will change. Just this morning, my grandson exclaimed “Hey, Maw-Maw, we haven’t finished our fall stuff.” So true. Fall stuff is never finished, but it’s not about the product, but the process. Last year, the grandson was a mere observer in the placement of fall stuff. This year, he is a part of the planning team. A year of seasons made the difference. There is so much in each season to take advantage of. We can, and must, celebrate the good and deal with the difficult in every season. Through every season, God is faithful. Soon, fall stuff will give way to winter stuff and the cycle continues.
Dr. Wayne Geiger is the Pastor of First Baptist Grain Valley, an Adjunct Professor of Speech, and freelance writer.
Your Health
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Plants On Your Plate: Peppers by Denise Sullivan, MS, CWP, CNWE, Field Specialist, Nutrition and Health, University of Missouri Extension Red, yellow or green…sweet, spicy or hot…fresh, roasted or pickled. There is so much variety among peppers and their preparation methods; it is no wonder that Peter Piper picked a peck! While most people commonly think of peppers (genus Capsicum) as vegetables, they are actually fruits, and a member of the botanical family Solanaceae. Spices derived from peppers, such as chili powder and paprika are also in this family. A common name for this botanical group is nightshades, which may not have the best reputation in some circles. Nightshades contain alkaloids, which is dangerous in high concentration as evidenced in other family members like belladonna and tobacco. This negative association, unfortunately, often flows over to other nightshade vegetables like potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant, as well as peppers, all of which are abundant in many nutrients. Some sources may associate nightshades with an inflammatory response in the body; however; there is not a significant body of research supporting this theory. Food sensitivities are very individualistic and people with certain autoimmune disorders may find that nightshade vegetables exacerbate individual symptoms.
For most people there is no reason to avoid nightshades like peppers. They are a rich source of Vitamin C, vitamin K, folate and potassium. Green peppers are considered under-ripe and will have a more bitter taste than a red pepper. There are also yellow, orange and purple varieties that have similar nutrient profiles, differing mostly within the phytonutrients they provide based on their color family. Because red bell peppers are also a decent source of iron, it is well absorbed because of the high Vitamin C value. Another big difference among peppers is the heat factor, which comes from the phytonutrients known as capsaicinoids, which have shown benefits to heart health. The heat from capsaicinoids often results in people using less salt; therefore helping to lower blood pressure. Capsaicinoids may also improve cholesterol values and blood vessel function. The heat of a pepper is measured using Scoville units: The scale ranges from zero (as in bell peppers) all the way to 3,000,000 (as in the spiciest chile in the world, the Pepper X). The Scoville scale is a good base for knowing how hot your peppers are, but know that the heat can vary according to climate and vegetation. The relatively mild poblano (or ancho) pepper weighs in at about 1,500 (SHU), while the super-
3 Ways To Get Fit As A Family This Fall (StatePoint) One of the keys to encouraging children to develop the healthy habit of regular exercise is to make fitness a priority in the home. With cooler weather and changing scenery to enjoy, autumn can be an ideal time to try new outdoor activities. The great news is that there are many ways to lead an active lifestyle suitable for family members of all ages. Let these three ideas help you turn each day into an opportunity to get fit and have fun together. 1. Go for a walk: Over the spring and summer, families across the nation returned to a simpler form of exercise while connecting with loved ones: walking. Walking offers various physical and mental health benefits while helping you reach your fitness goals. You can enjoy a stroll almost anywhere while maintaining social distancing best practices. The pace can be as challenging or leisurely as you desire, and everyone in the entire family can participate. 2. Play catch: While you may not be scheduling a flag football game with the neighbors and extended family this holiday season, football provides plenty of opportunities for your household to be active together. Teaching your children
how to throw and catch a football can give you time to bond over the sport while providing them with added confidence. A game of catch can easily turn into a hobby that continues as they get older. 3. Embrace your inner child: Get creative and consider activities you enjoyed as a child. Grab some chalk and play a game of hopscotch, dig in the closet to uncover your long-lost pair of roller skates, or get your balance back by honing your skills on a skateboard on a flat patch of pavement in the neighborhood or at the local park. As with any workout, it’s essential to have the proper gear, starting with footwear. According to Laryssa Grant, children’s buyer for national footwear retailer, Rack Room Shoes, staying ontrend and comfortable while moving with the family is as easy as ever. Name brands such as Nike, Adidas and Vans offer style, comfort and durability in adult and children’s sizing, ensuring athletic footwear options for the entire family. With new gear, a great attitude and some creativity, getting fit as a family can be a fun way to make memories this fall.
hot habañero packs a whopping 250,000 SHUs! Because peppers are mostly water, they will wrinkle and dehydrate as they age, so select firm unwrinkled fruits that feel heavy for their size. Store unwashed bell peppers in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to a week. Green bell peppers will stay fresh a little longer than yellow or red ones. If you have an abundant crop, peppers can also be frozen or pickled and you can find instructions on the Seasonal and Simple app or the website at https:// seasonalandsimple.info/ One of my very favorite uses for peppers is stuffed peppers. There are as many versions of this recipe as there are people, but the recipe below has become one of my favorites. While most recipes use bell peppers, this one is also good with poblano peppers (sliced lengthwise and seeded) if you want it a little spicier!
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Southwest Stuffed Peppers 1 cup brown rice ½ cup chopped onion 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin or chili powder 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup salsa 4 bell peppers (choose any color) 1 large tomato, sliced ½ cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cook rice according to package directions and set aside. Cut a slice off the tops of peppers and remove seeds, set aside. Chop the removed pepper tops into small pieces. Heat oil in a medium non-stick skillet. Add onions, garlic and chopped peppers and sauté until tender. Add cumin, beans, rice and salsa; stir to combine. Stuff bean and rice filling into peppers and place peppers upright into baking dish. Top peppers with a slice of tomato. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove peppers from oven and sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons shredded cheese. Return to oven for 5 -10 minutes, until cheese is melted. Nutrition information: Calories: 332, Total Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Sodium: 455mg, Carbohydrates: 56g, Fiber: 6.5g, Protein: 11.5g Recipe adapted from Seasonal and Simple, analyzed by verywellfit.com
Missouri Expands Eligibility And Extends Summer Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program Application Deadline Low-income Missourians now have until October 31, 2020 to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to get assistance with payments for their summer cooling bills if they are in crisis. The Department of Social Services also increased the income level for Missourians to qualify for help with their summer cooling bills. Missourians who earn up to 150 percent of the federal poverty level, for example a maximum monthly income of $2,666 for a 3-person household or $3,219 for a 4-person household, now may qualify for assistance. In June, $15 million was added to LIHEAP to double the maximum benefit from $300 to $600 and to support a likely increase in the number of low-income Missourians eligible for cooling assistance. DSS recently added the option to apply online for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to assist the process to get help with energy bill payments. Previously, applicants could only mail, fax, or drop off their paper LIHEAP application form. To be eligible for the summer
cooling program, in addition to meeting the income criteria, low-income Missourians must: Be responsible for paying home cooling costs, Have $3,000 or less in bank accounts, retirement accounts, or investments, and Be a U.S. citizen or legally admitted for permanent residence. An easy way to apply for LIHEAP is for the household to complete and submit one application form online. Applicants can also mail or fax the completed paper application form to the office serving their community listed on last page of the application. Missourians in need of information on LIHEAP, Food Stamp, Medicaid, Child Care Subsidy, or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families benefit programs can visit dss.mo.gov. Missourians can also apply for those services 24/7 online by visiting MyDSS.mo.gov, or sending completed applications and verification documents by email to FSD.Documents@dss.mo.gov, or by fax to 573-526-9400.
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5 Steps For A Beautiful Lawn And Landscape This Fall September through November is the best time of the year to renovate lawns and prepare turf for winter. It’s also a great time to refresh the landscape and patio with the colors of the season. Westlake Ace Hardware offers these six easy tips to refresh your lawn and landscape and enjoy the beauty of autumn. 1. Fertilize every 30-45 days. Lawns are very hungry right now from the stress of summer. Make three applications of high-nitrogen, slowrelease fertilizer like Scotts Turf Builder Fall Lawn Food between early September and late November, spaced four to six weeks apart. The goal is the give your lawn a really good meal before winter sets in. This will help the grass better survive cold temperatures, wind, and low precipitation. Also, it will help it
green up faster in the spring. 2. Attack pesky weeds. If perennial weeds like dandelions and clover have been taking over the lawn during the summer, September is one of the best times to get rid of these pests. Herbicides, either in the form of a spray or as part of a granular fertilizer will help kill the weeds that may have invaded the yard during the summer. Carefully read and follow application instructions. Spray products should be applied on wind-free days when temperatures are moderate. Granular products will need to be watered in after application. 3. Mums the word! When it comes to fall flowers, mums are king. They are a great, easy, and inexpensive way to inject vibrant color
into your landscape. To make the best impact, purchase a large quantity of mums in a variety of colors. Buy them in various sizes to not only add color, but visual interest as well. Another option is to buy just one or two colors to create a theme consistent with your patio, landscape or house colors. 4. Grasses add texture and height. Mums aren’t the only plants that help create a lush, colorful autumn landscape display. Consider adding ornamental grasses like Fountain Grass to your landscape. The colors and height evoke images of harvest time, and the spiked leaves contrast the dark green leaves and bright colors of the mums. Many grasses planted in the fall may not be hardy enough to survive the winter, but don’t let that discourage you
from planting them. Leave them in the ground until spring; it provides visual interest in the winter landscape, and shelter for birds and animals. 5. Containers add quick, colorful impact. Freshen up your containers by replacing tired summer annuals with mums, pansies, kale and asters. For additional impact on your patio, buy several clay pots in various sizes and paint them with indoor/outdoor spray paint in rich autumn colors like red, moss green, orange, brown, and dark purple. When dry, simply drop a mum, kale, or an ornamental grass container in the pot (no planting required) for quick color and instant impact on the patio, deck, or around the front door.
Home Projects That Don’t Require A Professional (StatePoint) While spending more time at home, you may have noticed the little things that need to be fixed, and small ways you can improve the appearance and functionality of your home. So why not use this time to test your skills with a few DIY projects? Here are some easy, affordable tips to fix those items that have been nagging at you, as well as check off small projects that will boost your home’s aesthetic. 1. First impressions are everything. From your family and friends to the mail carrier, your front door greets everyone who comes to your home. But it can take a beating from weather and constant use, so revitalize it with a fresh coat of paint. Once the paint has dried, accent it with a new door knocker, hardware or address plate. Worried about drilling into the door? Secure these items with T-Rex Mounting Tape. Mounting tape is a strong, weatherresistant tape for heavy-duty projects that replaces nails, screws and staples. 2. Trim the walls. Accenting a room with wood trim is a quick way to add another level of depth and detail to the
interior of your home, and it won’t cost a lot. Your local home improvement store can provide the best trim to fit your budget. For a smooth installation, ditch the nail gun and runny glues, and opt for a fast-adhering super glue tape, which sticks on contact and works just as well as traditional nails. 3. Bolster your security. Feeling safe at home is important, and security cameras are a quick and easy solution to deter unwanted visitors and offer you peace of mind. If you’ve been toying with the idea of adding smart devices and cameras to the exterior of your home, look to install them above highrisk entry points, such as the front door, back and side doors, and the garage. There are many great security cameras that can be easily mounted to the exterior of your home without professional installation. 4. Effortless gutter repair. One project to check off your list is fixing that leaky gutter you’ve been ignoring. Don’t worry, it’s not as daunting a task as it might seem. Simply wrap waterproof tape around the leak and smooth it around all
of the gutter ridges for a tight seal. Formulated to withstand extreme temperatures from -70 to 200 degrees, the UV-resistant formulation will prevent the tape from breaking down under harsh sunlight. Now how simple was that? During these uncertain times, staying active and checking those to-dos off your list will give both you and your home a much needed refresher.
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MDC Offers Free Guided Missouri River Float Trips On October 15th by Bill Graham, Missouri Department of Conservation The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer two free Missouri River float trips on October 15th to introduce newcomers to exploring the river by kayak or canoe. Participants will enjoy autumn scenery and learn how to safely float the river. The guided float trips are for adults only. Participants can choose one float from the two sessions offered. Participants must also attend a mandatory orientation session from 5:00pm—6:30pm on October 13th at MDC’s Burr Oak Woods Education Pond in Blue Springs. MDC will provide canoes, kayaks, paddles, and personal flotation devices. At the orientation on Tuesday, Oct. 13, participants can learn paddling strokes and techniques for using kayaks and canoes. They will learn to navigate the Missouri River and discuss logistics for each of the float trips. COVID-19 precautions such as physical distancing and masks when appropriate will be followed.
The first session from 10:00am— 2:00pm on Thursday, October 15th will be a 14-mile float trip beginning at MDC’s Schimmel City access on the Platte River. Paddlers will paddle down the Platte to the Missouri River, and then float to the boat ramp at Platte Landing Park in Parkville. Floaters should dress for the weather and bring water and a sack lunch. A sunset float on the Missouri River will be offered from 3:00pm—6:00pm on October 15th. The 8-mile float trip will start at Parkville’s Platte Landing Park and end at the Kaw Point Park boat ramp at the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas rivers. Floaters should bring water, a sack lunch, and a flashlight. Registrations must be made by October 13th. For more information, call 816-228-3766. To register for the afternoon float trip, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov/Z6q. To register for the sunset float trip, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov/Z6c.
MDC will offer two guided Missouri River float trips on Oct. 15 at Kansas City. Pre-registration is required for this trip for adults only. Photo credit: MDC
MDC Reminds Anglers Of Change Regarding Use Of Live Bait by Jill Pritchard, Missouri Department of Conservation The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds anglers that a definition for “invasive fish” has been added to the Wildlife Code of Missouri and affects what type of fish is allowed for use as live bait. The definition includes a list of bighead carp, silver carp, grass carp, and common carp. “Invasive fish are not native to Missouri and have reached a level which are now negatively impacting overall fish populations,” MDC Fisheries Programs Specialist Andrew Branson explained.
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“This has happened relatively quickly in some instances, such as with bighead and silver carp, and slower in other instances, such as with common and grass carp.” Anglers can use invasive carp as bait if the fish are dead. It is recommended that netted bait fish be placed on ice in coolers. The temperature shock kills the carp, but keeps them fresh for use as bait. For more information on invasive carp, visit the MDC website at https:// short.mdc.mo.gov/ZfQ.
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Eagles Dominant In Win Over Patriots by John Unrein Both Grain Valley Eagles Head Football Coach David Allie and his quarterback Cole Keller had their own positive perspective on being undefeated a month into the season. “The best thing about being 4-0 is that we are still playing (amid the COVID -19 pandemic),” Allie said. Keller reflected briefly prior to adding, “The best thing about being 4-0, is it allows us the opportunity to be 5-0.” Both Allie’s coaching as well as Keller’s right arm and legs were instrumental in Grain Valley’s 38-0 win against the Truman Patriots on September 18th. Truman was determined to slow down the game and limit Grain Valley’s possessions by being methodical with their offense and running time off the play clock prior to each offensive snap. Truman Head Coach Charlie Pugh found temporary success in his strategy through the end of the first quarter, with zeroes for both teams on the scoreboard. Pugh leaned on junior running back Patrick Martin throughout the game. Martin would compile 109 yards on 20 carries. Allie would respond by pressing the tempo of the game for the Eagles offensively. Examples of this can be found in Grain Valley’s 28 point explosion during the second quarter. The Eagles would use consecutive running plays off tackle to junior running back Jaxon Wyatt, along with touchdown play action and fade passes respectively from Keller to senior tight end Ryan Summerlin and senior wide receiver Carter Vrienich for three quick scores. Grain Valley rarely huddled and stayed near the line of scrimmage. The Eagles would snap the football as soon as it was marked ready by the official and the play was received from the sideline. Allie did not relent as he called three consecutive timeouts on Truman’s final possession of the first half with less than two minutes left on the clock. The resulting stop by Grain Valley’s defense
and punt by Truman would pay dividends for the Eagles and Allie’s clock management. The Eagles would secure a four touchdown lead with Keller’s 21 yard touchdown run on a scramble out of the pocket with :56 seconds left in the second quarter. The result for the Eagles was wearing down their opponent heading into halftime. Keller was able to shake off an interception on the Eagle’s first possession of the game. The Eagles senior signal caller would bounce back by going 6 for 9 passing, good for 162 yards and 2 touchdowns through the air. Keller would also finish as the Eagles leading rusher with 91 yards on four attempts and 2 touchdowns. “I had a lot of time in the pocket tonight. When I was flushed from it, that was more for my comfort. That’s a credit to our guys up front. Our receivers did a good job getting open and catching the football. We were prepared and did a good job taking care of business tonight,” Keller said. The Eagles black shirt defense, under the leadership of defensive coordinator Pete Carpino, would match the intensity of their offensive counterparts. Sophomore defensive back Keegan Hart and senior linebacker Zach Kirk were Grain Valley’s leading tacklers. Hart’s 6.5 tackles along with Kirk’s 5 tackles helped secure the Eagle’s shutout. Senior defensive lineman Donovan McBride would turn in the biggest defensive play of game for Grain Valley. McBride’s sack of Truman quarterback John Chapin with 2:33 left in the first quarter stopped the Patriots offensive momentum. McBride is playing both ways along the line of scrimmage this year for the Eagles. Center is McBride’s offensive home. Making line calls for blocking schemes and executing a shotgun snap consistently is a tall order for the 6’ 4”, 270 pound McBride, something he has excelled at as a first year starter on the offensive line for the Eagles.
Left to right: Seniors Donovan McBride and Cole Keller celebrate a 4-0 record. Photo credit: Valley News staff Providing a strong pass rush and keeping control of his gap is how he spends his time as a defensive end. McBride also provides levity for his team. Mocking an official who repeatedly insisted in a loud manner that the play was over on a kickoff, due to the football landing in the end zone is usually not advisable for a player. However, McBride’s mimic, done with a smile on his face, was such a spot on impersonation that it drew a chuckle from the line judge. McBride’s follow up of “Thanks for keeping us safe” also went over well with the official and eased tension along the Eagles sideline. “We knew that Truman was going to pass in third and long situations. Coach (Carpino) put me in a good position. I was in a ‘five technique’ over the offensive tackle, and I have to win those one on one battles. A shout out to Coach
(Carpino) on that,” McBride said. “I had to work on my stamina in the offseason knowing there was a chance I would be playing both ways. Coaches on both sides of the football have done a good job of getting after me and making me work. We knew nothing was going to come easy.” McBride closed with his sense of humor on display by saying, “Having a six-five quarterback makes it easier to execute the shotgun snap.” Allie smiled and took a deep breath leaving the field after the Eagles victory. Grain Valley avoided a letdown against a hungry Truman football team. The execution of a strong game plan permitted the Eagles to come out on top in a convincing manner. “Truman came out tonight strong and wanted to eat as much clock as they could to keep the ball out of our hands.
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Left: Eagles Defensive Lineman Donovan McBride sacks Truman Quarterback John Chapin. Right: Quarterback Cole Keller dashes to the end zone. Photo credit: John Overstreet
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EAGLES continued from page 9 Hats off to Coach Pugh and the job he’s doing at Truman. (Donovan) McBride’s sack was a momentum changer and boosted us into the second quarter,” Allie said. “Cole (Keller) was good at reading the variety of fronts and techniques they were throwing against us. He got us in the right play tonight at the line (of scrimmage). We were going to step on the gas to try and maximize our possessions by hurrying up once we saw they were trying to slow down the
game.” “We had faith in our defense to get stops. We work on our two minute offense all the time in practice. We were ready for this situation tonight and things worked.” Grain Valley will host the Kearney Bulldogs on Friday, September 25th at Moody Murray Stadium. Kearney’s 2-2 record on the season includes a notable 27-21 overtime victory against the Fort Osage Indians in week one.
Eagles Cross Country Continue To Improve At Kris Solsberg Invite With 20 season best 5K performances, 9 personal best 5K times, and 15 course personal best times, the Grain Valley Cross Country team continues to progress this season. The team competed in the Kris Solsberg Invite at Liberty North High School on September 19th. The boys team placed
14th with an average time of 19:01. The girls placed 8th with an average time of 21:21. Mason McCain placed 27th at the invite with a time of 17:11.40. Ella Casey placed 20th with a time of 20:37.40. The team next heads to Rock Bridge on September 26th.
Lady Eagles Continue Their Roll With Win Over Raytown by John Unrein Ten is a good number for the Grain Valley Lady Eagles Softball team. On the same day the team pushed their record to 10-0, they won 10-0 against the visiting Raytown Blue Jays. The game on September 22nd was completed in six innings as the Lady Eagles met the ten run spread rule with the two they put across the plate in the bottom of the sixth inning. Hailey Hemme pitched a gem of a game for Grain Valley. Hemme’s shutout against Raytown was fueled by her 13 strikeouts on the mound. The sophomore hurler is demonstrating improved velocity and movement on her pitches to either side of the plate. This growth in Hemme’s repertoire allows her to keep hitters guessing with her ability to place the softball in all four quadrants of the strike zone. Grain Valley backed Hemme with a strong team effort at the plate in producing ten runs. Sophomore Left Fielder Cameryn Bown fueled the Eagles offense by hitting for the cycle. The left handed leadoff hitter for the Eagles used a level swing and hustle on the base paths to power her successful game at the plate. Bown stretched a double into a triple
in the first inning, followed by a single she extended into a double in the second inning. The aggressiveness on the base paths continued for Bown with taking second base in the fourth inning on a passed ball after she landed on first base with a single. The home run to complete the cycle for Bown came fittingly enough with an inside the park home run during the sixth inning. Grain Valley Lady Eagles Head Softball Coach Garrett Ogle spent a decent portion of the game whirling his right arm signaling Bown to keep going after she contacted the baseball at the plate. Ogle was pleased with his team’s effort as they approach the September Slam Tournament the weekend of September 25th-26th. “There are always things to improve on, but right now we are starting to do a lot of things well as a team. This team is starting to mesh and embrace their individual roles. Offensively, we’ve been able to hit all season long. The key has been getting all nine in the lineup to do it in the same game. Pitching has been fun to watch so far this season with the arms we have in our program,” Ogle said. “(Hailey) Hemme has improved her
location and how fast she sends the ball to the plate. It’s fun to watch her compete. She was matched today by (Cameryn) Bown, who leads by example. Cameryn takes off to first as fast as she can anytime she hits the ball because she wants to peek at seeing if it’s possible to get an extra base. Her hustle is on point.” Ogle concluded, “We are going to see a lot of good teams this weekend, and the competition will be tough. We look forward to seeing where we land.” Hemme and Bown were showered with praise by their teammates during their postgame meeting. Both returned the favor in celebrating their win with their post-game comments. “I thought I pitched well today, but I couldn’t have done it without my team behind me. Both their fielding and hitting allowed this win to be possible. I have been working on my spin pitches to either side of the plate,” Hemme said. Hemme continued, “We respect each other and are kind. That makes this win that much more fun.” Bown added, “My team’s enthusiasm pushes me to play hard. It also helps us at the plate. I tried to make contact with ball in the center of the plate today.”
Left: Eagles Third Baseman Brileigh Sims makes contact at the plate. Right: Hailey Hemme warms up between innings. Photo credit: Valley News staff
Left to right: Hailey Hemme and Cameryn Bown celebrate their victory. Photo credit: Valley News staff
Community Calendar Thursday, September 24, 2020
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Great Horned Owls: Hiding in Plain Sight 7:00pm—8:00pm Explore the world of the great horned owl through stories, photos, and videos with award-winning naturalist Mark H.X. Glenshaw. Don’t be surprised if you start looking for owls everywhere. www.mymcpl.org/events
Household Hazardous Waste Event 8:00am—Noon Jackson County Public Works Facility 34900 E Old US Highway 40 Oak Grove MO 64075
Answers to last week’s puzzles:
Monday, October 12, 2020 Board of Aldermen Meeting 7:00pm Grain Valley City Hall, 711 S Main
Friday, September 25, 2020 Kissick Classic Golf Tournament www.growgrainvalley.org
Saturday, September 26, 2020 City Wide Clean Up Event 8:00am—2:00pm Public Works Maintenance Facility, 405 James Rollo Drive Proof of residency in the form of a utility bill or driver’s license is required. Residents are asked to remain in their vehicles at all times and wear masks when face-to-face with City staff. www.cityofgrainvalley.org
Monday, September 28, 2020 Board of Aldermen Meeting 7:00pm Grain Valley City Hall, 711 S Main
Thursday, September 29, 2020 Rockin’ the Library with Mr. Stinky Feet 10:00am—10:45am www.mymcpl.org/events
Wednesday, October 14, 2020 Planning & Zoning Commission 6:30pm Visit www.cityofgrainvalley.org for meeting location/dial-in information.
Monday, October 26, 2020 Board of Aldermen Meeting 7:00pm Grain Valley City Hall, 711 S Main
Friday, October 30, 2020 Monday, November 2, 2020 Tuesday, November 3, 2020
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