10 THS Choir students participated in Northwest Missouri All-District Choir on Saturday at Platte County High School in Platte City. Approximately 180 students from the Northwest region of Missouri participated in the event and those from THS who participated are listed below with picture attached
Emma Roberts Selected as NCMC's Outstanding Student Of The Month
Emma Roberts, from Trenton, MO, has been selected as North Central Missouri College's Outstanding Student for October. Emma is a Missouri A+ scholarship student pursuing her practical nursing certificate with plans to continue to get her associate’s degree in nursing. She will graduate from NCMC in May 2026 and then pursue her bachelor’s degree in nursing.
At NCMC, Emma is a student ambassador and is involved in SPNA (Student Practical Nursing Association), where she is the vice president. Her favorite class is the skills lab with Instructor Vel Westbrook. Emma said, “I enjoy the hands-on experiences and getting to do the skills we will do in the hospital. We recently packed
melons for wound care, and it was really cool.”
Emma’s favorite thing about NCMC is the relationships she builds with other students and the instructors. Emma said, “I enjoy the relationships I have with other peers, and the instructors get to know you and care, and you can tell they actually care.
The other day, Instructor Nichols checked in on me without me even asking. NCMC helps me so much, and the community is great.”
Each month, a student is nominated by a faculty or staff member to be featured as an Outstanding Student based on their dedication to educational success, attitude toward learning, and hard work in their field and activities.
Missouri Livestock Symposium Photo Contest
Send us your best snapshots of Missouri farm life and enter this year's Missouri Livestock Symposium photo contest. Entries are due October 31, 2024.
The contest is open to amateur photographers in the state of Missouri. Photographers may submit up to three (3) entries. Entries must show some aspect of agriculture including farm life, farm scenes, and/or livestock.
Submit your entries to missourilivestock@gmail.com. Include your name, complete address, phone, age, the title of the photo, and a little bit about your photo in the email.
Photos must be 8.5 x 11 inches and in portrait orientation. Please submit photos in jpg format with a minimum of 300 dpi. Full contest guidelines can be found on the website at https://missourilivestock.com/photo-contest
Missouri Livestock Symposium committee members will select the top photo from all photos correctly submitted by the deadline. The winning photo will be recognized at the evening program of the Missouri Livestock Symposium on Friday, December 6, 2024 and will also appear on the cover of the Missouri Livestock Symposium program book.
A $100.00 prize will also be awarded to the photo selected.
Photos entered into the contest can be found on the Symposium's Flickr stream at https://www.flickr.com/photos/missourilivestock/ and on their Facebook page.
The Missouri Livestock Symposium is the premier educational event and trade show for livestock producers. The event is held December 6 & 7, 2024 at the William Matthew Middle School in Kirksville, MO. The Symposium features nationally known speakers covering timely topics, a large agricultural trade show, and free meals provided by our state’s finest commodity groups. There is no cost to attend and no pre-registration is required.
For more information on the Missouri Livestock Symposium, please visit our website at https://missourilivestock.com/, our Facebook page, or call 660-665-9866.
Tuesday9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Daily 12p.m. to 1 p.m. Closed to the Public Every Monday & Friday.
Freshman Lillee Dalrymple, sophomore Camden Skipper, junior Brayden Holtzclaw, and senior Avery Clark. GO BULLDOGS! Photos courtesy of Trenton High School
Emma Roberts.
Photo submitted by NCMC
Front row (l-r): Shelby Romesburg, Evelyn Mehrhoff, Kaytee Wright, Brooklyn Farris, Zaylea Phillips. Back row: Brennen Henricks, Isaac Bonta, Brayden Bell, Garrison Otto, Samuel Ledbetter. Photo submitted by Tyler Busick
Photo submitted by Megan Graham
Trenton Middle School Students of the Quarter
Spickard BOE Meeting
Submitted by Erica Eakes
Board meeting 10/21/2024
6:00 pm
Approved payment of October bills totaling $23,495.15
Updated board policies in Section E: Support Services, Section G: Personnel, Section I: Instruction and Section J: Students.
Superintendent report: September Top Pirate is Bentley Adams, Top Teammate is Mrs Lanning; Accepted resignation from Angela Hagan, secretary/bookkeeper. Mrs Eakes to post the open position immediately.
Upcoming important dates:
Oct 21-24 Red Ribbon Week
Oct 21 Board Meeting 6:00
Oct 24 Parent-Teacher Conferences 2:00-5:00
Oct 25 No School
Oct 31 PTO Trick or Treat 3:00
Nov 1 No School, Teacher
Inservice
Nov 8 First Mate Friday
Lunch
Veterans Program 11:00
Nov 12 Field Trip to Folly Theater-Dr Kaboom
Nov 15 PTO Friendsgiving Nov 18 BOE Meeting 6:00
Rotary News
Submitted by Georgia Lowrey
The director of “The Hallelujah Girls,” along with two cast members, presented the program at the Trenton Rotary Club meeting on Thursday, Oct. 24 at the BTC Bank community room. Scott Sharp presided at the meeting, Joe MacDonald gave the prayer and Martha Goedert was the sergeant at arms. Kim Washburn was the program chairman.
‘The Hallelujah Girls” is being presented by Art’s Alive on Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Hoover Theater, located in the Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library. Ann Plumb is director of the production and gave a brief overview of the organization’s history before reviewing the plot of the play. Ms. Plumb serves as chairman of the Art’s Alive Theater Committee
and has directed other plays for the organization. Cast members Mark and Elizabeth Hackathorn told about their long-time interest in theater and discussed preparations for the play.
During the business meeting, it was announced that the club will have a “full table” of members in attendance at the Rotary Foundation Dinner on Nov. 9.
The program for the Oct. 31 meeting, which is also the “Fifth Thursday” social, will be presented by “Beyond Life Paranormal Research Missouri” of Breckenridge, which investigates home and businesses in Missouri for paranormal activity. The meeting will be held at noon at the BTC Bank community room with Kristi Harris as the meeting chairman.
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LAREDO NEWS
Submitted ny Carol Wilford
The Laredo Lions Club met at 1:00 p.m. in the Laredo Community Building on Friday, October 18. After the pledge to the flag, Dan Wilford opened the meeting with prayer. A variety of finger foods were served. Members present were Bonna Dittberner, Martha Owen, Dan and Carol Wilford, Dean Smalling, and Steve Persell. Business included cancelling the Ozark Supper on October 26, the scholarships for seniors in May, and scheduling the Pancake/Sausage/Biscuits/Gravy Fundraiser in March. The next meeting is Monday, November 11 at 1:00.
Halley Campbell of Warrensburg met her grandparents, Dan and Carol Wilford, in Trenton on Saturday, October 19. Halley and a co-worker had driven from Higginsville bringing 3 clients to enjoy the MO Days Parade. At noon Dan and Carol drove to Spickard to attend the 90th birthday celebration of Margaret Chapman. The event was held at the fellowship building of the Spickard Christian Church. A meal was served, including a large sheet cake. Approximately 80 people attended.
Among the 130 who attended the Gideon Pastors Appreciation Banquet at the First Baptist Church in Chillicothe on Monday evening were Duane and Alesia Campbell of the Laredo Christian Church, Gary and Louise Dean of the Laredo Baptist Church, Steve and Peggy Dennis of the Alpha Baptist Church, and Dan and Carol Wilford of the First Baptist Church of Milan, but who reside in Laredo.
The Laredo Fire Department had some visitors from the Laredo R-VII School on Monday, October 21. Firefighters educated the students and staff on fire safety while giving a small tour of their trucks and facility. The students got to see what firefighters wear, ask them questions, and were given a goodie bag before returning to school.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
A default has accrued on a certain note secured by a deed of trust executed by, CHLOE WHITE dated 7/12/2023 and recorded on 7/12/2023 in BOOK 697 PAGE 438, in the Recorder’s office for Grundy County, Missouri. The successor trustee will on November 4, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, more particularly at 11:30 AM, at the West Front Door of the Grundy County Courthouse, 700 Main Street, Trenton, Missouri sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash (certified funds only), the following real estate:
ALL OF THE SOUTH FIFTY (50) FEET OF LOT SEVEN (7); BLOCK TWO (2) OF POND AND CARNES ADDITION TO THE CITY OF TRENTON, GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI
ALL OF THE NORTH FIFTY (50) FEET OF THE SOUTH ONE HUNDRED (100) FEET OF LOT SEVEN (7) IN BLOCK TWO (2) IN POND AND CARNES ADDITION TO THE CITY OF TRENTON, GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI.
13,725 SQUARE FEET 160 FEET SOUTH ALONG 18TH STREET AND 170 FEET ALONG MAIN STREET AND 235 FEET ALONG THE FORMER CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND, AND PACIFIC
RAILROAD DEED FOR STREET TO THE CITY OF TRENTON, MISSOURI ON NOVEMBER 25, 1921 ON THE EAST (MAY BE DESCRIBED AS ALL OF BLOCK 1, POND AND CARNES ADDITION TO THE CITY OF TRENTON, GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI. for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust.
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TRUSTEE’S SALE
IN RE: Frederick W Kelley Judy A Kelley Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Frederick W Kelley Judy A Kelley dated November 10, 2005 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Grundy County, Missouri in Book 568, Page 813 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Monday, November 4, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 4:55 pm), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of Trenton, County of Grundy, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Grundy County, State of Missouri, to wit: ALL OF LOTS SEVEN (7), EIGHT (8), NINE (9), TEN (10), ELEVEN (11) AND TWELVE (12), IN BLOCK SEVEN (7) IN ORIGINAL TOWN OF TRENTON, MISSOURI. to satisfy said debt and cost.
MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110
File No: 216505.110424.434673 FC
NOTICE
Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
(10/10, 10/17, 10/24, & 10/31/2024)
Obituaries
William Harold Scott
William Harold Scott, 80, of Humphreys, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024, at Wright Memorial Hospital in Trenton, Missouri.
Harold was born on December 20, 1943, in Excelsior Springs, Missouri to John William and Thelma (McGinnis) Scott. He grew up and attended school in Excelsior Springs before joining the United States Army in 1962. After returning home he went into construction, then later drove trucks for MAIE. He retired and moved to the farm in Humphreys where he raised quality cattle for the past 20+ years.
Harold is survived by his significant other; Karen Willis, three children; Marcia Schreier of Excelsior Springs, William “Bill” Scott of Braymer, Missouri, and Jennifer Brisbin of Buckner, Missouri, grandchildren; Garet Scott, Jake Scott, Amber Bohmann, David Schreier, Derek Greathouse, Jamie Brisbin, Bud Brisbin, and Jared Ahring, 15 great grandchildren, including one on the way, siblings; Christian Wade Scott of Excelsior Springs, James “Jimmy” Scott of Excelsior Springs, Patricia Ann Woods of Excelsior Springs, Barbara Price of Excelsior Springs and Dorothy Fitzwater of Excelsior Springs, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Harold was a member of the Elks Lodge for the past 60 years; he was also a member of the Excelsior Springs VFW. He enjoyed cooking family dinners at his home and cooking for gatherings of friends at organizations he belonged to. Most of all, he loved to work with his cattle on his farm and tend the pastures.
A Celebration of Life for Harold will be held on November 10, 2024, at the Elks Lodge #1001, 421 S Titus, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024, from 1:00 to 4:00.
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Obituaries
Troy Smith
Troy Smith - age 72 of Jamesport, MO passed away Sunday evening, October 27, 2024, at his home east of Jamesport. Troy was born on March 20, 1952, the son of Homer and Ilah (Walker) Smith in Jamesport. He was a 1970 graduate of TriCounty High School. Troy obtained an associate’s degree in ag business from Trenton Junior College. Troy worked for Farmers Produce and Reed Seeds in Jamesport. He later worked for Hoffman & Reed and GFG Ag Service (later becoming Consumers CO-OP) in Trenton, where he retired as a manager and consultant. Troy was involved with local 4H and with the Green Hills Horse Show Circuit. He married Nancy Henderson on May 21st, 1972, at the Jamesport Baptist Church. Troy was a longtime member of the Jamesport Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He loved Christ, his family, bird hunting, horses, cattle, purple martins and being outdoors. Troy did not love groundhogs. He also loved his tractor "Casey". Troy was a responsible, persistent, and gentle man. Troy will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Troy was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, Jack Harris. He is survived by his wife Nancy of the home; sons, Darby Smith (Holly) of Kearney, MO and Evan Smith (Star) of Jamesport, MO;14 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchild and 2 on the way; siblings, Majiel Ureich of St. Charles, MO, Patricia Cunningham (Ron) of Raymore, MO, Max Smith (Kathy) of Chillicothe, MO, Tina Leon (Nestor) of Pleasant Valley, MO and Gaylene Smith of Kansas City; other extended family members also survive.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Jamesport Baptist Church in care of the funeral home. A service celebrating Troy's life will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the Jamesport Baptist Church. The family will receive friends beginning at 9:30 AM, Saturday, also at the church. Friends may sign the register book from 10 AM to 4 PM, Friday at the funeral home. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home in Jamesport (660) 684-6133. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com
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NOTICE OF ELECTION
GRUNDY COUNTY,
MISSOURI
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 5, 2024
In accordance with Chapter 115 of the Laws of Missouri, notice is hereby given that a Primary Election will be held in the various cities of Grundy County, Missouri, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at which election all registered voters will be given the opportunity to vote.
Republican - REP
Democratic - DEM
Libertarian - LIB
Green - GRN
Better - BTR
Independent - IND
VOTING PRECINCTS
GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI PRIMARY ELECTION
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Galt Baptist Church - Liberty Township/Myers Township. Spickard Christian Church - Franklin Township/ Washington Township. Laredo Community BldgWilson Township/Marion Township. Edinburg Baptist Church - Madison Township/Taylor Township. Grundy County Courthouse - Trenton 1 st Ward/Jefferson Township. NCMC Ketchum Center - Trenton 2 nd Ward/Lincoln Township. First Christian Church - Trenton 3 rd Ward/Harrison Township. First Baptist Recreational Center - Trenton 4 th Ward/Jackson Township.
The polls of each election precinct shall open at six o’ clock a.m. and continue open until seven o’ clock p.m. as provided by RSMo 1986 Election Laws. IN TESTIMONY WHREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the seal of the County Commission of Grundy County, Missouri. Done in my office in Trenton, Missouri, this 22nd day of October, 2024.
Courtney Campbell Grundy County Clerk
Ashley Bonnett Selected as NCMC’S Outstanding Employee
Ashley Bonnett, NCMC Bookstore Associate of Retail Operations, has been selected as North Central Missouri College’s Outstanding Employee for October. Ashley is from Galt, MO (hometown Meadville, MO) and has worked at NCMC for about two years. She is an alum of NCMC and holds an associate’s degree in general studies.
Ashley describes her job as entertaining, everchanging, and fun. In her position, she has helped set up a Square terminal so the bookstore can take mobile payments and sell Pirates gear at more events. In the
future, Ashely would like to make course materials and Pirates apparel as current and easily accessible as possible. She is also looking forward to the new bookstore in the student center, which will have numerous updates, new items, and technological growth. When asked about her favorite thing about NCMC, Ashley said, “Our Pirate Crew (employees) are simply the best!”
When Ashley isn’t at work, she attends her kids' activities and relaxes at home on their small acreage. She also enjoys deer hunting and being with her family.
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Minutes from Oct. 22 Republican Committee
The Grundy County Republican Central Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 at the Republican Headquarters to discussion the upcoming election and Amendment 3.
Chairman, Ben Thomas, called the meeting to order.
Dennis McDonald opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Secretary, Mary Axtell, read the minutes for the October 8th meeting. Minutes were approved as read.
Treasurer, J.A. Keuhn reported a starting balance of $4792.78 with expenditures of $2,367.45 and a deposit of $1375.00, netting a final balance of $3800.33. Treasurers reported was approved.
Chairman, Ben Thomas, discussed The Club for Growth Foundation. The Club has released its 2024 Missouri State Economic Scorecard, offering residents of the Show-Me State a detailed analysis into where each lawmaker stands on pol-
icy aimed to promote economic growth. It was noted that our Senator, Rusty Black, only scored a 42% with a lifetime score of only 39%. There were 5 Senators that scored 100%. Our Representative, Mazzie Christensen, scored high with an 88% with lifetime of 86%. There were 7 Representatives that scored 96%.
Dennis McDonald reported on the Movie, 1916 Project. The Assembly of God church has offered their sanctuary to show the 1916 Project on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 6:30. We are inviting everyone in the county to come. This is a free event. The 1916 Project is a powerful documentary that uncovers the disturbing legacy of Margaret Sanger, the founder of Planned Parenthood and her deep ties to the eugenics movement (a harmful pseudo-scientific belief aimed at 'improving' humanity by controlling who could reproduce. The ideology tar-
geted marginalized groupsespecially people of color, the poor and those with disabilities- justifying horrific policies like forced sterilizations and treating human lives as disposable). The film serves as a call to action for those seeking to understand the origins of America's moral decline and the forces at play in today's culture war.
Planned Parenthood receives $600 million taxpayer dollars every year.
Guest, Greg Coon, joined our meeting to discuss Amendment 6.
Discussion was made to canvas the town on Saturday, October 26. We need volunteers that are willing to go door to door with us to fight the passage of Amendment 3.
We will meet at the Republican Headquarters at 1:00 and divide in groups to canvas sections of town. We will return to the headquarters afterwards for a BBQ of hamburgers and hotdogs. We are
inviting the community and our church congregations to join us.
Discussion was made to have a meeting after the 1916 Project movie in one of the Sunday school classes, if needed before the election and a meeting after the election. A tentative date was made for Dec. 3rd with the place to be announced later.
A motion was made by Becky McDonald and a second by Chris Keuhn to send $250.00 each to, the Missourians Protecting Children and Families and the Missouri Right to Life PAC. It was approved.
Betty Lee made the motion to adjourn with a second by Nathan Rorebeck. The meeting was adjourned by a prayer from Dennis McDonald.
Our Republican Headquarters are open MondayWednesday-Friday from 12:00-5:00 through election day.
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Grundy County Senior Citizens’ Services Tax Fund Board
The Grundy County Senior Citizens’ Services Tax Fund Board met on October 25, 2024 at the North 65 Center in Yrenton. Members attending were R.W. Keuhn, Chairman; Diana Hoppe, Secretary Treasurer; and members: Max Dickerson, Cyndee Chrisman, Tom Witten, Delores Newton and Rodney Herring were not able to attend.
In new Business the Request for Funding Applications for 2025 and Reports from Funding Recipients for 2024 that were received were reviewed. The GCSCSTF Board approved five applications. They are: North 65 Center (Council on Aging), Green Hills Volunteers, Grundy County Community
Food Pantry, Serve Link Home Care, and OATS Transit for Grundy County.
The Grundy County Senior Citizens’ Services Tax Fund levy has been ser at $0.05 on $100 assessed valuation as recommended by the Grundy County Court. This tax was established in 2007 to improve the health, nutrition and quality of life for Grundy County residents who are 60 years of age or older.
For more information contact R.W. Keuhn at 660-654-4272 or Diana Hoppe at 660-3591904.
Submitted by SDiana Hoppe, Secretary Treasurer
Gifted Group
of Grundy County- took a field trip to Rabbit Hole museum in KC on Saturday..
GRAND RIVER GARDEN CLUB
Submitted by Karalyn Thompson
Master gardener Gary Schuett, Trenton, spoke to the Grand River Garden club members Monday, Oct. 21 at China One restaurant about the native flower beds on the walking trail at Wright Memorial hospital.
He showed pictures of the 22 wildflower perennial varieties that were planted in 2014, all of which survived but one variety. Some of the native plants were rural milkweed, Missouri primrose, Butterfly milkweed, Prairie Blazing Star, Prairie dropseed grass, button blush, showy goldenrod, shooting star, oxide sunflower, downy phlox, asters, black-eyed susan or Missouri coneflower, purple coneflower and a number of others.
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The seeds were donated by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Schuett reminded members a magazine called Native Plants for Your Landscape is available from the Department of Conservation.
Ten to 12 more beds of native plants have been added since 2014. It now takes him and assistance from Johna Peyton and her children two days to clean the beds in the spring.
Schuett quizzed members about the state grass, which is big blue stem. He said there are three times a year to view the most blooms as plants are varied in blooming seasons; May to see the early bloomers, June-July for midseason blooms and September for late season blooms.
Schuett also helps take care of flower beds at the First Christian Church, uptown and the Senior Center. He plans to wear out, not rust out, he laughingly states.
The treasurer’s report and minutes from the last meeting were given and approved.
The September-October yard of the month was
awarded to Herb and Linda Gates at 2700 Sportsman Rd. A business award was not presented.
Dorothy Taul, president, read from a magazine given to her by Luann Oneal. Members are to bring a canned good to be given to a family in need in November.
Marilyn Bain read a thank you note from Karen and Bill Fries. Ms. Taul suggested the club give a yard of the year award to one yard in the county and one in the city. She will design and print the award.
Members who attended were Marilyn Booth, Laura Ewing, Bonnie Dittberner, Linda Carman, Karalyn Thompson, Marilyn Bain, Linda Lamp, Ms. Taul, Diana Hoppe and Nancy Donohue. Carolyn Rasmussen was a guest.
The next meeting will be at noon Nov. 18 at China One with members exchanging a craft they made.
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Grundy County Fire Department News
Media Release-Car Fire
On 10-26-24, a vehicle fire occurred on E 10th St. behind Hy-Vee. There was a fire in the engine with heavy smoke. It caused extensive damage to the engine compartment of the 2002 Toyota Avalon. There were no injuries. Cause of fire is undetermined.
Media Release-Structure Fire
On 10-26-24 there was a structure fire on Lakeview Drive, Leisure Lake. A camper in front of the structure & the structure itself were fully involved and a camper located behind the structure was also mostly involved. Firefighters protected other nearby structures and property. The house was reported to be uninhabited and there were no injuries. The cause of the fire was a controlled burning of a burn pile in the front yard caught nearby dry grass on fire causing the fire to be out of control.
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NCMC Board of Trustees Meeting
North Central Missouri College Trustees approve Health Insurance Rates and new Coaching Job Descriptions.
The North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees met in a regular session on October 22, 2024. During the meeting, Trustees heard communication reports and took action on a health insurance renewal, a purchase, and personnel items.
In communication reports, Casey McCollum, Enrollment Marketing Specialist, introduced himself to the board and discussed his role. Trustees heard from Brent Stevens, who provided the trustees with an overview and update on recent WDB efforts. Head Start Director Sue Ewigman provided information on enrollment, performance standards, employment openings and recruitment, and playground installation and stated the 2025-2026 grant was submitted. Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tristan Londre, provided information on a successful CNEA accreditation review, an upcoming HLC site visit for Savannah and Barton, and a virtual visit for the diagnostic imaging program. Londre mentioned upcoming events, including STEM exploration day and homeschool visit days at Trenton and Savannah. Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Kristen Alley provided
information on student success and successful retention, FAFSA updates, recent advising events, and Jenna Stevens being named the Transfer and Articulation Officer for NCMC for MDHE. Alley mentioned upcoming events and dates. President Dr. Lenny Klaver provided information on the Barton project, a possible future software for AI technology, a recent newsletter he released, department of Education advisory group work, Core 42 funding, and enrollment data.
For action items, the Trustees approved the renewal of the 2025 health insurance with United Healthcare and purchasing a 2025 Freightliner Executive Coach 51passenger shuttle bus. In personnel items, Trustees approved a Head Start resignation from Katelyn Calvin, Chillicothe Teacher Aide. For NCMC personnel items, trustees approved the retirement of Dennis Sturguess, Associate Facilities Director, and the hiring of Falan Mullett, as an adjunct instructor. Trustees also approved the job descriptions for a Women’s Flag Football Coach and a Men and Women’s Cross Country and Track Coach. The next regular meeting of the NCMC Board of Trustees will be on November 26, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Frey Administrative Center on the Main Campus in Trenton, MO.
GCHD Calendar November 2024
Monday, November 4
Grundy County Health Department, Free Blood Pressure Check and $1 Blood Sugar Check, 9 a.m. to noon, walk-in, Adult Blood Draw by appointment, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 660359-4196.
Tuesday, November 5
Grundy County Health Department, Adult Blood Draw by appointment, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Children's Immunizations by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nurse Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 660-359-4196.
Wednesday, November 6
Grundy County Health Department. Office closed 8:30-10 a.m. for staff meeting. Adult blood draw by appointment, 9 to10:30 a.m. Immunizations by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 660-359-4196.
Thursday, November 7
Grundy County Health Department, Adult Blood Draw by appointment, 9 to 10:30 a.m., WIC Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 660-359-4196.
Monday, November 11
Grundy County Health Department, office closed in observance of Veterans Day.
Tuesday, November 12
Grundy County Health Department, Adult Blood Draw by appointment, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Children's Immunizations by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nurse Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 660-359-4196.
Wednesday, November 13
Grundy County Health Department, Adult Blood Draw by appointment, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Immunizations by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 660-359-4196. GCHD Board of Trustees, regular board meeting, 4:30 p.m., lower level of the health department, 1716 Lincoln Street, Trenton. Open to the public.
Thursday, November 14
Grundy County Health Department, Adult Blood Draw by appointment, 9 to 10:30 a.m., WIC Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 660-359-4196.
Gary Schuett
Photo submitted by Dorothy Taul
Gifted Group
they also had lunch together at CiCis pizza in Liberty
Thursday, October 31, 2024 –
Trenton Bulldog Volleyball
Submitted by Bradley Ewald 10-22-24
Trenton ends the season with a loss to South Harrison last night. Trenton 0-3 ( 14-25, 12-25, 15-25)
We really struggled to get anything going last night. Definitely not how we wanted the season to end. Jacole will be missed next year. She’s put up a lot of good stats for us all season, and took on the role her team really needed her to take, as a setter instead of Libero. That all being said, we have a lot of young players coming back. Hopefully, we work individually in the off season and come out strong next season.
2024 MHSGCA GIRLS GOLF ACADEMIC ALL-STATE
The Missouri High School Golf Coaches Association is pleased to recognize the following student-athletes as 2024 MHSGCA Academic All-State recipients.
SCHOOL: TRENTON HIGH SCHOOL
Senior, Abbye Johnson Senior, Reece Weldon Junior, Kinsley Otto Junior, Ali Cox
Memory Tree Lighting & Dedication
Hard work, determination, and commitment to excellence are required to attain a high level of success as both a student and athlete. These recipients embody these characteristics and are truly deserving of this recognition.
fication. Nomination deadline for Girls Golf is January 1st, 2025.
Academic All-State Qualification Criteria:
3.5 Non-Rounded, Cumulative GPA OR 25 ACT Superscore OR 1200 SAT
The qualification criteria and nomination information is provided to all Missouri high school coaches, and recognition as Academic All-State is dependent on coach nomination and veri-
Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in good standing with their team/school
Considered a Varsity golfer by the coach’s/school’s standards
Trenton Municipal Utilities
Trenton Municipal Utilities and City Hall will be completing some transitions to an upgraded billing and customer service software system. Training will be held next week Nov 4th through Nov 7th. On Tuesday and Thursday of next week, the office will
be closed to lobby traffic. On Monday and Wednesday the office will be closed from Noon to 1 p.m. but open the remainder of the time. They will be back to normal hours on Friday, November 8th.
Main Street Chillicothe invites the community to gather for a cherished tradition at our annual Memory Tree Dedication and Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. at Silver Moon Plaza. This special event offers an opportunity for residents to honor and remember loved ones during the holiday season. The Memory Tree Dedication allows individuals to dedicate an ornament in memory of family members, friends, or anyone dear to their hearts. Ornaments will be placed on the tree prior to the event.
The ceremony will include music, a formal dedication of the tree, the reading of names, and the lighting of the Memory Tree. These ornaments will remain on the tree throughout the holiday season, serving as a beautiful reminder of those we have lost. After the holiday season, ornaments will be available for pickup at the Main Street office once the tree is taken down.
If you would like your loved one to be memorialized on this year’s tree, please contact Main Street Chillicothe at 660-646-4071 or via email at
office@downtownchilli.com for more information. Ornaments are available for $10 each or 3 for $25, and can be purchased online at www.downtownchilli.com/pr oducts/memory-tree-ornament.
We encourage everyone in the community to join us for this meaningful event. Whether dedicating an ornament or simply attending to share in the moment, the Memory Tree Dedication and Lighting Ceremony brings a warm sense of connection and reflection during the holiday season.
