September is Suicide Awareness Month. Per the CDC, suicide is one of the leading causes of death in America. Remember to Check in with your loved ones. Call or text 988 to Speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Available 24 hours a day.
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Arrest Made for the Robbery Incident at 7th Heaven on Sept. 7
On 09/11/2024, 19-yearold Jacob Grimes of Trenton, Missouri was taken into custody for the robbery
Incident that occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, September 7th, 2024, at 7th Heaven (1419
E. 9th Street). Jacob Grimes is charged with Robbery – 1st Degree, Armed Criminal Action, [See ARREST, Page 2]
Former Trenton Resident Sits with Supreme Court of Missouri
Judge John R. LePage, an associate circuit judge in McDonald County (in the 40th Judicial Circuit), sat with the Supreme Court of Missouri during arguments Wednesday morning, September 11, by special designation. LePage was sitting in place of Judge Ginger K. Gooch, who recused.
“We were pleased to welcome Judge LePage as a colleague on the Court for oral arguments
Grundy County Student Awarded OSU Scholarships
On Sept. 4, a Grundy County student was honored by the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture with academic scholarship support for the 2024-2025 academic year. These scholarships are part of the more than $1.8
By Sophia Fahleson
million that students receive from the Ferguson College and its academic departments. Students from all areas of study are considered for university scholarships, which can be combined with college and departmental opportunities.
“We are proud to sup-
today,” Chief Justice Mary R. Russell said. “We respect his expertise and perspective, and we appreciate his valuable contributions to the case. We are fortunate to have highly experienced judges like Judge LePage to whom we can turn for assistance when one of our judges is unable to sit due to recusal or other absence.”
LePage heard the last case on the Court’s September 11 docket: Case No. SC100512,
port new students as they begin their academic careers in the Ferguson College of Agriculture,” said Cynda Clary, Ferguson College of Agriculture associate dean of academic programs. “We look forward to seeing the contrib[See OSU, Page 2]
Shakespearean Circle Meeting
The Shakespearean Circle held an organizational meeting for their fall semester on Wednesday, September 11 at 1:30 pm at
Water
The First Christian Church Activity Center. Members in attendance included Krista Rickerson, Amy White, Susan Engelmann,
Sarah Dannar, and Terry Cobb.
President Krista Rickerson and Amy White treated members to a “Mid-
[See SHAKESPEAREAN, Page 7]
Treatment Plant Press Release
Date: 17 September, 2024 For Immediate Release. To solve water quality issues in the areas around 12 th Street to 13 th Court, east of Harris Avenue, the water distribution crews will perform unidirectional
flushing of the distribution system in this area. This involves valving off some areas to ensure the water travels in one direction to increase velocity of the water while
[See WATER, Page 7]
Vaccinations Available at Grundy County Health Department
The Grundy County Health Department has the newest COVID-19 vaccine available for 2024-25.
Clinic dates for COVID19 vaccinations are Sep-
tember 16, September 23, and September 30; call for an appointment. The Pfizer vaccine will be given.
The Grundy County Health Department has flu
vaccine for all ages including the high dose vaccine, which is recommended for people age 65 and up.
GCHD will offer Flu shots
[See HEALTH, Page 7]
Grundy County Committee Minutes
The Grundy County Republican Central Committee met Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at the Republican Headquarters to discuss Amendment 3 and make plans to defeat it.
Chairman, Ben Thomas, called the meeting to order. Dennis McDonald opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
There were 29 people in attendance.
Secretary, Mary Axtell, read the minutes for the August 20th meeting. Minutes were approved as read. Treasurer, J.A. Keuhn reported a deposit of $890.00 from sale of mer-
[See COMMITTEE, Page 4]
Presley Karlin v. UATP Springfield LLC d/b/a Urban Air Springfield, an appeal from Greene County involving a challenge to an arbitration agreement. More information about the case, including a link to oral arguments, is available at https://www.courts.mo.gov/page.jsp?id=171834 &year=2024&month=09&day=11&splitdocket=No#SC100512
[See SUPREME , Page 2]
LillyAnne Foster.
Trenton High School Student Council would like to announce Coach Gary Ferguson as the 2024 Homecoming Grand Marshall and Kyle Hoyt as the Community Pep Rally guest speaker.
Ferguson
Ferguson Coach Ferguson graduated from Trenton High School in 1958 and was a standout athlete in Football, Basketball, and Track. He began teaching and coaching in Macon, MO, in 1962 before returning home to Trenton in 1965. Coach Ferguson spent the next 27 years as a teacher, coach, and administrator in the Trenton R-9 School District.
Upon retirement in 1992, Coach Ferguson con-
tinued supporting Trenton athletes as a spectator and volunteer. He has been a mainstay at home track events as an official and head-timer throughout his retirement.
As grand marshall, he will preside over more than 30 floats.
Parade
The homecoming parade will be Friday, September 27th at approximately 2 p.m. The parade will start at Normal Street and head north. At the intersection of Normal and 17th Street, the route will turn west and travel on 17th Street until the intersection of 17th and Harris Ave. The parade route will then travel south on Harris Ave. until reaching the stoplight at the Har-
[See THS HOMECOMING, Page 2]
Old Glory flying at Five Points
: 2024 Homecoming Royality, front row, from left, Maura Floris, Reece Weldon, Jacole Simpson, back row, from left, Isaac Bonta, Nevaeh Bowers, Mason Rongey, Caleb Campbell. Josh Truitt, Lucy Price, Jackson Bethards and
Not Pictured Cayden Farmer.
Burglary – 1st Degree, Assault – 2nd Degree (3 counts), Stealing - $750 or More (2 counts), Unlawful Use of Weapon, Possession of Burglary Tools, and Receiving Stolen Property.
This investigation and subsequent arrest of Jacob Grimes was conducted by the Trenton Police Department, the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, and the Northwest Missouri Drug Task Force.
SUPREME
LePage – who grew up in Trenton – has served as an associate circuit judge for more than 25 years and, for the last two decades, has served as the treatment court judge for both McDonald and Newton counties. He previously was in the private practice of law with Evenson, Carlin and LePage in Pineville. He earned his bachelor’s degree in 1980 from Bemidji State University in Bemidji, Minnesota, and his law degree in 1983 from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law. He now resides in Anderson.
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THS HOMECOMING
ris Ave. and 9th Street intersection. The last leg of the parade will be east on 9th Street until turning back north on Bulldog Ave and ultimately ending at C.F. Russell Stadium.
Hoyt
Hoyt will be the guest speaker at the Community Pep Rally. The pep rally will be held at C.F. Russell Stadium on Wednesday, September 25th at 7 p.m. Hoyt is a 2008 Trenton High School graduate. During his four years as a Bulldog, Kyle and his teammates only lost seven games. His senior class finished with a four-year record of 35-7, the most
wins by any class in school history. In his senior year, THS finished 11-1. That year the Bulldogs won a district championship, a sectional championship, and advanced to the state quarterfinals. He earned All-District and All-State lineman honors, anchored an offensive line that helped set a school record for most total yards in a season, and blocked for the school’s all-time leading rusher.
Kyle was one of six players from that team who went on to play college football. His other accomplishments include school records for tackles for loss
OSU
utions they will make within our college and at OSU. We are grateful for our donors and friends who support these scholarships and our students.”
The 2024-2025 scholarship recipient and hometown:
Cade Claycomb
Spickard
Agricultural Communications
Joseph Fleming Memorial Freshman Scholarship
The Ferguson College of Agriculture believes in the value of hands-on edu-
cation and the importance of having a well-rounded student experience. The college’s award-winning faculty members are dedicated to developing students and are passionate about adding value to the total educational experience. With 16 majors, a variety of study options and more than 60 student organizations, the college is committed to expanding minds and inspiring purpose. Learn more at agriculture.okstate.edu
and sacks. He was selected to the KMZU Dream Team and played on the Lions Club All-Star Team. Hoyt went on to study criminal justice at Missouri Western State University. He is currently a sergeant in the Northwest Missouri State University police department.
The public is invited to attend Trenton High School’s Community Pep Rally and homecoming parade. Homecoming festivities will continue before the football game on the 27th, with the presentation of the queen and attendants before the varsity football game with South Harrison.
Homecoming Day Schedule
2024 Homecoming Parade Route
Trenton Area Calendar of Events
FRIDAY
Church Women United Thrift Shop, 17th & Harris, noon to 4 p.m.
Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m. For more information, call 359-2704.
North 65 Center: Line Dancers, 9:30 a.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.
Grundy County Health Department, Safe Sitter for Grandparents, GCHD Education Annex, 9 a.m. to noon.
SATURDAY
Church Women United Thrift Shop, 17th & Harris, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Farmers Market, Sesquicentennial Park, 8 a.m. - noon.
Grundy County Museum open 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
SUNDAY
Narcotics Anonymous, St. Philip’s
Episcopal Church, 4 p.m.
Grundy County Museum open 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
MONDAY
Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m. For more information, call 359-2704 or 3572367.
Grundy County Health Department, WIC Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Free Blood Pressure Check and $1.00 Blood Sugar Checks, walk-in, 9 a.m. to noon.
MI Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 2901 Hoover Drive, 7 p.m.
North 65 Center: Line Dancers, 9:30 a.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.
TUESDAY
Trenton Lions Club, First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, noon. Grundy County Health Department, Children’s Immunizations by Appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Nurse Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Spickard Coffee Club, Wise Community Center, 8 a.m.
Domestic Violence/Anger Management Group, North Central Missouri Mental Health Center, 7 to 9 p.m.
North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Fun Night, 6 p.m.
WEDNESDAY
Grundy County Health Department, Children’s Immunizations by Appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ; GCHD Board of Trustees, Regular Board Metting Lower Level of Health Department 4:30 p.m
Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, noon. For more information, call 359-2704 or 3572367.
Class of 1959 Lunch at Senior Center at 11:30 a.m.
North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.
THURSDAY
Trenton Rotary Club, BTC Bank Community Room, noon.
North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Early Bird Bingo, 6:00 p.m.; Regular Bingo, 6:45 p.m. Grundy County Health Department, Adult Blood Draw Clinic by appointment, 9 a.m. to noon.
Meet the new Grundy County Jewett Norris Library Director, Sarah Shoberg from 2pm to 4pm on the main floor at the library.
OBITUARIES
Michael Gene Hague
Michael Gene Hague, age 65 of Camdenton, MO, passed away September 12, 2024 at his home. Services will be held Saturday, September 21 at 222 Violet Rd, Camdenton, MO. 65020 - Georgene Shelter House. Visitation is from 10a.m. to 11a.m. The service will begin at 11a.m. There will be time to share from 12p.m. to 1p.m.
Michael was born November 15, 1958, the son of Eddie Harlan and Hazel Jean (Ellis) Hague in Trenton, MO. Michael grew up in Eudora Kansas before his family moved to Trenton, MO. At 14, Michael moved to Garland, TX to attend Garland Christian Academy.
In December 1976, Michael married Charlotte Gilbert and had two sons, Jerremy Lee and Michael Brent Hague.
In 2002, Michael met Vilynda (Lyn) Bonnett and her daughter Madalyn and the couple was married June 26, 2003.
Michael was preceded in death by his father Eddie, mother Hazel (Jeannie), brother Randy Hague, and nephew Chad Milner. He is survived by his wife Lyn of the home, children Jerremy and wife Ammanda of Independence MO, Michael Brent and wife Beth of Sheridan, Wyoming, Madalyn Hague of Kansas City, MO, and Papa to Gracie, Eli, Nathan, Stephen and Daniel Hague.
Michael was a husband to the end and honored to protect his wife and be her provider. He was most proud of his family, and so very proud of his boys and the men they have become and the strong young
New and expecting mothers invited
The Grundy County Health Department will host a baby shower for new and expecting mothers who have due dates between October and December. The shower will be hosted at the department’s annex, located at 1307 East 17 th Street, in Trenton.
The baby shower will be on Friday, Sept. 27, at 11 a.m. The celebration will include refreshments, giveaways, and helpful information for new and expecting mothers. Health department staff will be available to answer questions regarding breastfeeding, immunizations, WIC, and more. All attendees who register will receive a diaper bag with a package of diapers, baby wipes, a cooler bag, a receiving blanket and other items.
Attendees must register no later than Friday, Sept.
lady he raised.
Michael loved being a police officer and it was his calling. Even though he had retired from law enforcement he was always a cop – working to serve others. After retirement, he worked in security for financial and banking institutions and worked with security providers to advise them.
Michael enjoyed riding his motorcycle and looked forward to the Sunday morning breakfast rides with a group of his close friends.
For those of you who knew Michael –you knew that Michael loved hard and was also hard to love, especially after a leg day when you had to have help walking up the stairs. He was structured, to say the least, and stood firm in what he believed. Michael had a passion for people and helped so many. And, as you know, he had a passion for working out. When he was in the gym, it was time to bring it and give it all that you had. He got the most fulfillment from training others that were serious about their goals. He not only “trained” people in the gym, but he coached them in life. Friends were like family, and he gave them his all. He helped so many people in and out of the gym, to not only be strong but stronger in life…. All you had to do was believe in yourself and love the person looking back at you in the mirror.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Hague Family at 578 Georgene Rd, Camdenton MO 65020.
20, to be assured of a gift package. Please call the health department at 660359-4196 to register.
Mrs. Beverly A. Trump, 86, a resident of Trenton, Missouri passed away at 9:16 A.M., Monday, September 16, 2024 at her residence. Memorial services will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Resthaven Mortuary, Trenton, Missouri. Following the service burial of cremains will be in Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Trenton, Missouri. Family visitation will be held Saturday from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the mortuary. In lieu of flowers, donations can be left with the mortuary for St. Jude Chil-
Beverly A. Trump
dren’s Hospital.
Mrs. Trump was born at home on December 26, 1937 in Trenton, Missouri the daughter of James Robert and Geraldine Audrey Arthaud Patterson.
After four years of courtship, Beverly married the love of her life Vernon D. Trump on February 2, 1957 at the First Baptist Church, Trenton, Missouri.
Her survivors include her husband Vernon of the home; one daughter Brenda Trump, Overland Park, Kansas; one sister Barbara Jean Ballinger, Kearney, Missouri; three nephews
Gary Wayne Ballinger, Lawson, Missouri, Jeff Ballinger, Excelsior Springs, Missouri Chris Ballinger, Excelsior Springs, Missouri; one great niece Valerie Jackson-Ballinger, Dallas, Texas; two bonus grandchildren Maxx Baker, Trenton, Missouri, Mylee Baker, Trenton, Missouri and several other nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter Gwenda Jean Trump and one granddaughter Jessica Ann Layson.
Trenton R-IX Approves
Trenton
approved the following people as subsitutes for September; Teresa Corrick, Rebecca
W. 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682 Casey & Amelia Flinn, Owners
The
R-IX School
Mullins - Nurse, Phillip Ray, Nesa Otto, Mary Hale, Marsha Hurst, Kelsey Gibler, Jesus Diaz, Jennifer Findley - Nurse, & Brenda
Ray. New Hires are Kelsey Gibler - TMS Basketball Cheer & Wes Croy - THS Assistant Football.
of the Month for August was awarded to to Bill and Karen Fries in Trenton, MO.
Grand River Garden Club
Luann Oneal was guest speaker at the Grand River Garden club meeting Monday, September 16, at the Washington St. restaurant. She brought various flowers and herbs to pass around, some of which were buckwheat, basil, oregano, sunflower, catnip hyssop and zinnias. She informed members that pollinators are attracted to plants based on color, shape and
scent. Mrs. Oneal, who is a beekeeper reported that honeybees are responsible for a large portion of pollination.
In answering roll call, members told their favorite color flower and what they believe to be the perfect age.
August yard of the month was awarded to Bill and Karen Fries, 1701 Moberly St. and business of
the month was presented to Oneal Heating and Cooling, 1864 E. 8th St.
Those attending were Marilyn Bain, Bonnie Dittberner, Dorothy Taul, Ginny Johns, Karalyn Thompson, Diana Hoppe, Linda Lamp and Linda Carman. Mary Larson-Smith was a guest.
The next meeting will be Monday, October 21 at noon at China One.
Grundy R-V School Board Meeting
The regular meeting of the Grundy R-V Board of Education meeting was held at 6:00 Wednesday evening.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Aaron Saul made a presentation to build “Buddy Benches” for the school as part of his Eagle Scout project. The Board approved and appreciated his request
OLD BUSINESS:
The Board approved the final bus routes for the district The Board heard a report about bus transportation and maintenance, no action was taken. The Board heard a report on building improvements. The new doors on the ag shop and windows in the High School have been completed. Work is still being done on the exterior wall at the elementary
chandise netting a balance of $5027.00.
Chairman, Ben Thomas, spoke on the need for a Rules and Bylaws committee to write our own bylaws instead of using the state GOP generic rules. Appointed to the committee was Mary Axtell, Nathan Rorebeck, Derek Rorebeck and Charlotte Hamilton. The committee will meet next week to study and write our own bylaws. At this time, we follow a generic set of rules and bylaws from the state GOP.
Motion was made to accept the committee by Jeff Smith and seconded by Brandon Harvey.
Chairman, Ben Thomas, reported that the committee to defeat the Missouri Abortion Rights Initiative Petition, Amendment 3, met last week and while discussing how to obtain material and the cost, Bill Eigel's secretary called to ask Ben if we would be a distribution center for the northern counties and we accepted. Once material has been delivered to the headquarters, we will begin distribution. Jeff Smith has agreed to be the Grundy County coordinator for getting the word and material out to the public.
A motion was approved to meet in two weeks on September 24th at 7:00pm at the Republican Headquarters to finalize the defeat Amendment 3 agenda.
Discussion was made about the filibuster that Bill Eigel and the Freedom Cau-
school. The Board approved the creation of a trapshooting team for the FFA chapter. Safety rules and handbook were approved for this activity.
The Board approved the request to allow the FFA Barnwarming to be moved off school grounds to a local farm building.
NEW BUSINESS:
The Board set high school graduation for May 11, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in the high school gym. Preschool graduation will be at 2:00 on May 15, 2025 and 5 th grade graduation will be at 6:00 on May 15th.
Preschool and 5th grade graduation will be held at the elementary building in Humphreys.
The Board approved paying for flu shots for staff members who had request them. Total cost will be
cus did to force a vote on the reform of Initiative Petition (IP) that would have given us more of a vote in what is added to our ballots. The vote was squashed by several Republican representatives and Senators. Thus, Amendment 3 was added to our ballot by a simple majority vote.
Nathan Rorebeck brought up the Right Path Pac, the Washington University in St. Louis Pac. They are huge donors and have given money to several Republican representatives and senators.
Discussion was made about putting up an ad on the digital sign board at the east end of 9th Street. Jeff Smith is in contact with the sign owner and waiting on a call back. Motion was made to approve the digital sign by Derek Rorebeck and seconded by Chris Keuhn. It was approved.
Natha Rorebeck suggested a You Tube or Tik Tok video to push our agenda to the younger audiences. A suggestion was made to contact the Baptist Student Union at the college.
Becky Meek, reported that letters had been sent to all Pastors and churches in Grundy County to encourage them to attend our meeting and stand with us in the fight to defeat Amendment 3. Pastor Ron Ratliff will be bringing awareness at the next Ministerial Alliance meeting. We were joined by two people from Mercer and Harrison County, Rachel Brothers and Pastor Richard Rogers. They were seeking
$560.
The Board reviewed MAP/EOC scores for both the elementary school and the high school.
The Board received information on the annual training requirements for all board members.
Reports were presented by the elementary and high school principal.
After closed session was held the following announcements were made: The Board voted to accept the resignation of Tammy Taylor as elementary paraprofessional.
The Board approved the hiring of Jared Phillips as the elementary school janitor.
The next regularly scheduled board meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 16 at 6:00 in the high school business room.
ways to coordinate our efforts to fight this Amendment 3. Pastor Rogers will be bringing awareness at the next association meeting in those counties.
The Republican Party is encouraging all Pastors and churches to rise up off the sidelines and join our fight by letting their congregations know that this is murder and against all things Christians stand for. This is not a political issue, this is a moral issue. Churches cannot remain silent on this issue. It was determined that our money will remain local and used to fight Amendment 3. Derek Rorebeck suggested sending more letters to Pastors and churches.
Barb Harris mentioned the need for volunteers to help with the Republican booth at the Missouri Days Festival on October 18-19. Derek Rorebeck wants the Resolution letter sent out to Committee chairs in our neighboring Northern Counties. Mary Axtell will coordinate with Mazzie Christensen in Harrison County. Mark McLaughlin did an excellent job of writing the resolution letter. Chairman, Ben Thomas, gave a report on what happened at the Missouri State Convention this past summer. Our Republican Headquarters are open Monday-Wednesday-Friday from 12:00pm to 5pm. The meeting was adjourned by a prayer from Pastor Richard Rogers.
O’Neal Heating and Cooling - Luanne O’Neal pictured Business Beautification Award Grand River Garden Club Photo submitted by Dorothy Taul
Two shots of Bill and Karen Fries GrandRiver Yard of month Award
Photo submitted by Dorothy Taul
Leadership Northwest Music Jam Breaks
Attendance Record and Raises Over $14,000
Country music recording artist and “The Voice” semi-finalist, Jordan Rainer, and Trenton High School sophomore, Makayla Mejia, drew a crowd of approximately 340 attendees to the Leadership Northwest Music Jam, which is the largest crowd to date at the event over the last four years. All ticket proceeds benefited the Leadership Northwest Missouri program and raised $14,475 for the organization.
The show was hosted for the fourth consecutive year at Black Silo Winery in Trenton, MO on Saturday, August 31. Rolli’n Blue
BBQ, Mococo Cafe provided food for dinner options, along with Champs Tasty Treats serving specialty lemonade drinks.
“This year’s Leadership Northwest Music Jam was even better than we could have imagined,” said Shane Lynch, LNWMO Class of 2021 and Music Jam committee coordinator. “Makayla was fantastic and poured her heart into every song she sang. I’m so proud of her. Jordan Rainer was just as fun and entertaining as we knew she’d be. It was a wonderful evening seeing friends, families, and supporters of LNWMO gathering to benefit a great
organization and scholarship program.”
Leadership Northwest Missouri would like to
NCMC Breaks Record, Highest Enrollment in the History of College
North Central Missouri College has reached a historic milestone in student enrollment for the Fall 2024 semester, surpassing the highest headcount and highest credit hour benchmark in the college's history. Overall, the headcount and credit hours have reached a record-breaking total of 1,950 students, taking 18,588 credit hours. This growth has resulted in
thank the attendees for supporting the music event and making it the most successful year yet. Also, a very
an increase of 6% in headcount and a 4% increase in credit hours from last fall.
This achievement sets a record for NCMC, surpassing the previous highest headcount benchmark from Fall 2023 by 106 students and the highest credit hours benchmark from Fall 2010 by 160 hours.
“We are incredibly proud to see such positive growth and to achieve the
highest enrollment in the history of NCMC,” said Dr. Lenny Klaver, President.
“This accomplishment is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all our faculty and staff. Well done by all!”
For more information about North Central Missouri College, visit https://www.ncmissouri.ed u/ or contact the college at 660-359-3948.
special thank you to all the sponsors for their ongoing generosity and support for the event and organization.
Leadership Northwest Music Jam had 40 sponsors 38 sponsors for last year’s fundraising event.
Photo of Signing and Proclamation Submitted by Ron Urton
Trenton Middle School Football wins against Putnam County on Monday night 24-8.
Photo Submitted by Kristi Harris
Agriculture
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Buying standing walnut, oak & cottonwood timber.
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For Rent
Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Cassandra Brewer at 660-359-5647.
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For Sale
Attention customers!
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Help Wanted Sunnyview Nursing Home has job openings available for the following positions: RN, LPN, CNA, Dietary and Level I Medication Aide. Please fill out a job application at 1311 East 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. E.O.E.
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SHAESPEAREAN
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summer’s Night Dream” theme of delicious appetizers in the shapes of creatures and vegetation found in a fairy garden.
Each member received a “starry night” tote bag to carry floral hand fans, ceramic mushrooms and gnomes, notebook with the fairy code, glitter nail polish, and chocolates.
Discussion leaders were selected for Acts I-V of “Midsummer’s Night Dream,” and study questions for the play were distributed. The next meeting of the Shakespearean Circle will be held on Wednesday, September 25 at 12:30 pm at the First Christian Church Activity Center.
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flushing. The areas to be affected will be: East 12 th Street, East 13 th Street, and 13 th Court, from Harris Avenue to Normal Street, Harris Avenue from 12 th Street to 13 th Court, and Normal Street from 12 th Street to 13 th Court.
Customers may experience temporary low water pressure and discolored water. If water is discolored, it is recommended to flush the household system
HEALTH
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Fridays during the month of October, beginning with October 4; appointments are accepted but not required. Additional weekdays are available by appointment.
Individuals should bring their Medicare, Medicaid, or health insurance card for billing purposes. Vaccine is also available for individuals who are uninsured or underinsured.
The Grundy County Health Department would like to remind residents that free at-home COVID-19 test kits are still available at the Health Department office, 1716 Lincoln Street in Trenton. Call (660) 3594196 to make an appointment for vaccination or to inquire about health department services.
through the bathtub faucet or remove the aerator off a faucet or shower head to flush.
This will commence at 8:00 am, September 18, 2024. If there are questions or concerns, please contact the Water Treatment Plant at (660)359-3211.
The Grundy County Farm Services Agency was the topic of a program presented at the Thursday, Sept. 12 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held at the BTC Bank community room. Jackie Soptic presided at the meeting, Dan Wilford gave the prayer and Brian Upton was the sergeant at arms.
Program Chairman Doug Tye introduced FSA Executive Director Curtis Crawford, who gave an overview of the agency and told of the many programs available to farmers in Grundy County. In addition to Grundy County programs, which are administered by himself and three program technicians, the local office also houses a loan program with three staff members responsible for a five-county area that includes Grundy County. Crawford said the Conservation Reserve Program is the largest program operated by his office. Around 24,000 acres in Grundy County are enrolled with the program generating $3.7 million annually. The
Awana Club
At Tenth Street Baptist Church
5:20PM to 6:50PM
We start with a light meal at 5:20PM
Then move to large group time at 5:55PM
Go to class time 6:20PM-6:40pm Dismiss at 6:50PM
We meet every Sunday evening from Labor Day weekend to the first of May, with some exceptions. A van is available to pick up and deliver children within the city limits. For rides call the Church at 660-359-3307
Mon-Thur 9:00AM-1:00PM
Or call Iva at 660-654-0024
FSA operations are overseen by a three-member board made up of three county residents. Crawford also discussed the Farm Bill, which has yet to receive final approval in Washington D.C. Oct. 1 is the deadline to pass a new bill and Crawford said Congress will most likely have to approve a stop-gap measure so that programs under the bill can continue to operate while work continues on a new bill.
During the business meeting, final plans for the Sept.. 14 fish fry were discussed. The Missouri Day Parade Committee is to set up a meeting soon to begin preparations for this year’s event.
The program for the Sept. 19 meeting will be presented by Lynda Snuffer of the Salvation Army. Tom Witten and Doug Tye are the program chairmen for September.
Brush Fire in Trenton
On September 10, 2024 at approximately 1:30pm, the Fire Department was called to 462 Dogwood Lane, Trenton for a brush fire. The brush fire threatened an outbuilding. Firefighters deployed a 1" booster line and extinguished the fire. The cause was a controlled burn extending beyond the containment area. There were no injuries and no damages.
The family of Galen Lowrey would like to thank our friends and neighbors for the beautiful flowers, all the delicious food, your cards, your visits, and for the memorials in Galen’s name. We would also like to thank the Laredo First Responders, Ken Bowe, Duane Campbell, the Grundy County Ambulance and all those who were present that night. Thank you to the Slater Neal Funeral Home for the service. Also, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you Duane Campbell for the message. To the Laredo Christian Church Ladies, friends, and neighbors who served the dinner. - Thank you, it was amazing. Love you all, Linda and family
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Ryan Suttenfield Selected as North Central Missouri College's Outstanding Employee
Ryan Suttenfield, NCMC’s Sports Information/Marketing and Associate Baseball Coach, has been selected as North Central Missouri College’s Outstanding Employee for September. Ryan is from Trenton, MO (his hometown is Bloomfield, MO) and has worked for NCMC for 13 years. He holds a bachelor's of special studies in economics/business and sports management from Cornell College and a
master’s of science in sports management from American Public University.
Ryan describes his job as leadership, mentorship, and collaboration. In his position, he has greatly improved the spotlight and recognition NCMC student athletes get around campus and in their hometowns. In the future, he would like to help the baseball program reach the NJCAA DII College World Series. He sees
athletics growing by adding additional sports offerings at NCMC. When asked what his favorite thing about NCMC is, Ryan said, “There is a level of caring and support for our students that is above and beyond what most institutions provide.”
When Ryan isn’t at work, he spends time with his wife Kim and son Barrett. He also enjoys golfing, fishing, and working out.
Laredo News
Naomi Campbell of Marshall was unable to come to her parent’s house on her mom’s birthday, September 1, so she drove up on Monday, September 2 and spent the day with her parents.
Barb Harbo of Eagan, MN, came to spend September 4 – 6 with her mother, Bonna Dittberner. On Thursday, they ate lunch at the China One restaurant.
Grundy County Democrats Meeting
Grundy County Democrats will meet Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at 12:00 noon, at El Toro Restaurant in Trenton. Plans for the Missouri Days entry in the parade will be finalized.
Volunteers will be able to sign up to work at the
Kathy Waits was delighted to hold her newlyborn great-granddaughter, Lemon Darlene. She was born on Friday, September 6, weighing 8.3 pounds. She is the daughter of Jeremiah and Crystal Hamilton of Trenton and joins two older sisters.
Democratic booth at the fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday, October 18 th and 19th . Candidate yard signs will also be available to be picked up. If unable to attend and want signs or for further information, please contact Marie Dolan at 573-659-0568.
Dan Wilford attended the annual Thousand Hills Baptist Associational Meeting at Hamilton Road Baptist Church in Kirksville on Sunday, September 8. The meeting began at 3:00 p.m., and concluded after the 5:30 pm. meal was served. There were 100 people in attendance.
Smithfield Foods of Milan recently donated over 30 cases of bottled water to the Laredo R-VII School. The water is used for school field trips and sold at the concession stand where profits are used for field trips and other student activities. Concerning sports news, the Laredo School is currently doing a co-op with Trenton R-IX with softball.
A regular session board meeting of the Pleasant View R-VI School was held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Board members present were President Damien Little, Vice President Ben Thomas, Treasurer Jennifer Belvel, and members Derek McCauslin, Laurie Frisbie and Zach Harris. Member Tim Miller was absent.
Superintendent Rebecca Steinhoff was also present. The regular session board meeting was called to order by President Damien Little at 6:00 p.m. Consent Items: (agenda, minutes, financial statement and bills) Motion was made by Jennifer Belvel and seconded by Ben Thomas to approve the consent items. Motion carried 60.
Open Forum: Public Comments: Mikaela Ledford, Community Club President, gave an update on the year. Employee Comments:: Social Worker, Stacey Russell, and counselor, Kimberly Elsberry, gave an update on their school year.
Old Business: A. An update on school improvements was given. Playground installation is complete with no further current projects ongoing.
New Business: A. A motion was made by Derek McCauslin and seconded by Jennifer Belvel to approve a
The 26th annual family picnic was held on September 8, 2024 on Becky’s picnic hill on Linda Lou Minich’s trust farm near Lindley, Mo. Activities included family news & story, a carry in dinner with roasted wieners & brats, and bingo. Attendees were: Amanda Neff, Jimmy Berry, Grace Bridges, Rick & Abby Neff, Quin Weldon, Hayden Pipes, Canin Griswold, Jason Pipes, Natalie Nickell, Raegen Griswold, Wayne & Charla Pipes, Damon & Colton Neff, Anna Neff,
bid from Yoder’s for a hog with the cost being $1.00/lb live weight. Motion carried 6-0. B. A motion was made by Laurie Frisbie and seconded by Derek McCauslin to approve a Memorandum of Understanding from Powerback Pediatrics. Motion carried 6-0.
C. An update on the Get the Lead Out project was given with no action taken. Reimbursement is in process. D. The school’s CSIP was reviewed with no action taken.
Superintendent’s Report: A. Fifty-four students completed the iReady Summer Challenge. Students went to Rush Funplex in Kansas City for their reward trip. B. Pleasant View has 8 students involved in the Trenton Sports Cooperative Agreement. (3- football, 3softball, 1- volleyball and 1cheer) C. Future Dates of Importance : 9/20- Midterm 1 st Quarter 9/27- Early OutTrenton Homecoming 10/7No School- All Staff PD in King City 10/8- October Board Meeting 6:00 p.m. 10/11- Family Night Motion to move to closed session was made at 6:23 pm by Ben Thomas and seconded by Laurie Frisbie. Motion carried 6-0. Motion to adjourn was made at 6:59 pm by Zach Harris and seconded by Laurie Frisbie. Motion carried 5-0.
Heather Neff, Mark, Kristi & Robert Urich, John & Linda Urich, Kevin & Kannon Stamper, Rusty & Claudia Stamper, Nina Rhea, Noah & Rhylan Rhea, Brad, Brody, Bristol & Emily Neff, Joel, Joy, Reese & Brooklyn Farris, Samuel Ledbetter, Kevin & Sharon Neff, Frances Neff, Debra, Elizabeth & Joe Pochop, Clint & Robin Griswold. Thanks to Charla for sending out invitations, Wayne for maintaining the picnic grounds, Clint for cooking the brats, & Damon for calling bingo.
