The Leader • 1-5-23

ELECTIONS

Candidates sign up for councils, school boards

by brett adkison leader editor

With 2022 behind us, spring will be here before long, and it will soon be time for residents in Clinton County to decide leadership roles for local cities

and school district. Filings recently closed for city council and school board elections set for this April.

The race for Lathrop City Council will be a quiet one, as the three incumbents signed up for

the three available seats – Mayor Jennifer Morrison, North Ward Alderman Gerald Snodgrass and South Ward Alderman Coetta Whiteley.

Meanwhile, in the race for the Lathrop R-II Board

of Education, five candidates have signed up for three available seats, each carrying a term of three years. All three incumbent board members – Darrell Morgan, Jen Lanning and James Martin – have filed

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Relford Passes

East Buch School Board Meets

The East Buchanan Board of Education holds its last meeting of the year, hears presentations from students.

The Leader’s Year-in-Review: Part II

Last week, the Clinton County Leader broke down the first half of 2022 in its annual YearIn-Review. This week, we take a look back at the second half of the year, including elections, state championships, festivals and so much more! The headlines below are listed by publication date in The Leader.

July 7 – Former pastor Bob Elliott is named Grand Marshal for the 2022 Gower Days Festival; the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department –aided by fellow emergen-

cy responders – tried to quell the rowdy summer schoolers at Ellis Elementary with their annual water balloon fight, but lost once again; Clinton County moves into the “medium” threat level in the CDC’s risk gauging system; The Hartzell crew in Plattsburg and the Lathrop Fire Department ignite the skies on the Fourth of July.

July 14 – All smiles in Gower for the annual Gower Days Festival!; Michael Howard to coach Plattsburg High School girls basketball team, Hayley Graham to coach volleyball; Leaders in

Lathrop break ground on the new playground and splash pad at Burns Memorial Park downtown; The Classes of 1970, 1971 and 1972 honored at annual Plattsburg School Banquet.

July 21 – According to Clinton County officials, flaws in the US Postal addressing system may have resulted in residents paying taxes to wrong counties; Lathrop R-II School District finishes fiscal year with $400,000 less than expected; Lathrop City Hall receives a face-lift; Kristy Young named new president of Plattsburg Rotary.

July 28 – Crime documentary by Gary Jenkins with local ties shown at Plattsburg High School; Plattsburg community welcomes new city administrator Chase Waggoner; Clinton County to be split across two state house districts in State’s redistricting.

August 4 – County voters approve corrected ambulance district tax levy; Presiding Commissioner Patrick Clark wins GOP nomination over Ray Sellers, Thomas Morsbach; Debi Cradic announces she is running

for reelection, while two challengers – Bill Dietrich and T’keya Cope – have also filed. The top three vote-getters will receive the seats.

The race for Platts-

PLATTSBURG

The Path that led Father Schneider to St. Ann

“We have sacred art because God became visible in the person of Jesus. By having art, we have a window into Heaven.” - Father Eric Schneider, pastor St. Ann Catholic Church, Plattsburg.

In life’s journey, there are many paths we can take on the road to the finish line. For Christians, it’s the goal of walking through the Pearly Gates. It is a Christian journey that has carried Father Eric Schneider to Plattsburg, where he is the pastor at St. Ann Catholic Church, arriving in September 2019.

Before coming to St. Ann, he was an assistant at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church and School, Gladstone, Missouri. While there he also used his years of education and religious training to teach middle school.

Father Schneider grew up in the greater St. Louis area after moving with his family from the Chicago area when he was very young. At the young age of 12, he joined the Catholic church.

“Early on, my stepfather influenced me a lot, and that led me to becoming a Catholic,” Father Schneider said. “I graduated from Ft. Zumwalt High School (St. Charles, Mo.) and then went to Truman State (Kirksville) for one year. After only one year, I transferred to the University of Missouri (Columbia), where I received a bachelor’s in political science.”

Congratulations to the Clinton County officials who were sworn in for new terms last week at the Clinton County Courthouse. (Left to Right) Associate Circuit Judge Teresa Bingham, Collector Michele Wells, Treasurer Rita Terwilleger, Presiding Commissioner Patrick Clark, Prosecuting Attorney Brandi McClain, County Clerk David Woody and first-term Circuit Clerk Misty Dean. becky black | special to the leader

by steve tinnen leader publisher emeritus

He was on a fast track in gaining his degree in only three years. At one time, he said, he thought about becoming a police officer. The calling to the priesthood took priority. Becoming a priest is not where fast track education happens, as it’s a six-to-eight-year process to study for the priesthood.

“I studied three years in St. Louis before attending Pontifical College Josephinum (Ohio), where I studied philosophy three years and theology four years,” he said. “I was ordained a Deacon in 2013, and then became diocesan priest in 2014, a member of the Kansas City – St. Joseph Diocese.”

His first assignment was at St. Patrick’s Parish, St. Joseph, a place where he led the church to renovate the rectory.

“The home had 1908 fixtures and rooms. It was a beautiful home, but it had serious issues – water and mold – it was not nice,” he claimed. “You couldn’t really clean it. (We) had to remodel.”

This remodel experience has been a valuable one. Once he arrived in Plattsburg, he began his search in earnest to bring back what Fr. Denis Keily accomplished in 1884. Fr. Keily, like many priests on the American frontier, was ordained in Ireland. Histo-

ry tells us the parishioners bound together, acquired the property, and broke ground in April of 1887. In December of 1888, the current church, built in the English Gothic style reminiscent of the Irish homeland, was solemnly dedicated.

The search to reclaim that glory has generated interest and a passion that has Fr. Schneider seeking to restore the church’s sanctuary by going back in time.

Shortly after arriving in Plattsburg, Fr. Schneider sought out information and photos of the church. He was able to locate a 1907 copy of The Plattsburg Leader, which contained a frontpage photo of Fr. Keily at the pulpit.

“When I came to this church, I had a thought in my mind that the church was something different,” he said. “The Leader copy showed what I had thought.”

Since that time, he has guided the church to make meaningful changes to the sanctuary and improvements to the church, as well. So far, around $200,000 has been spent on the improvements. Inspired by this success, he has encouraged his growing congregation to undertake a renovation campaign that will see the parish raise over $800,000 for a “Legacy of Eternity Campaign.” That amount might have some

Election Filings,

burg City Council will see at least one seat contested on the ballot, that of Ward III Alderman Ken Tongue. Tongue has filed for reelection and will see two challengers, Travis Brooks and Gary Wright, also vying for the seat. The seats of Ward I Alderman Clyde May and Ward II Alderman

skeptics questioning the timing of taking on that size of a project. For Fr. Schneider, the timing to regain the rich history couldn’t be better.

“I’ve always enjoyed history. If we forget our history, then we don’t know who we are,” he said. “This leads to a massive loss of identity. We forget what we are about. The timing is right because we want to regain our part of history, especially something of artistic value in the Catholic Church. Nobody today has seen the church as it was then.”

During his research, he found an artist who painted around 150 churches with a signature style. There is only one Catholic Church in Kansas left that has a tie to the artist.

“I’m thinking there is connection with him here, just like the Catholic Church in Kansas,” the father said.

“When we pull up the ceiling, we will see if there is that connection to the church he did in Kansas. It is part of making history come alive. That is part of our identity and our legacy to promote sacred art.”

The Legacy of Eternity Campaign would not be happening without significant growth in bringing new people to experience masses at St. Ann. When Fr. Schneider arrived, they had upwards of 95 attendees at weekend

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Sue Malone are also up this April, with those two incumbents filing for reelection without opposition.

The Clinton County R-III Board of Education will have two different races on the ballot this year, though one has gone uncontested. A partial two-year term was available, with

only Danny Parra filing for the seat. In the other race, three, three-year seats will be up for grabs. Incumbents Greg Harris and John Thiessen have filed for reelection, while challengers Angela Trevino, Michael Burton and Katie Arnold have also filed.

The race for Gower

masses. They now have around 200 attendees with expanded services, with two masses on Sunday (7:30 and 10 am.) and 4 p.m. on Saturday.

“We are bringing young Catholics back who want to recover what we’ve lost,” Fr. Schneider said. “We were losing what we are. We are going back to what was the Catholic church. You might maintain what you have, but that method will not grow the church. We are offering something that has been around a long time.”

There are options for the services, with more traditional masses with some Latin included with the current services.

“God does the work.

I don’t have to make it up. I’m on the journey, too, as a Christian. Faith is energizing,” he said. “Art moves us. We are human. It inspires our senses. Someone will be touched by what we are doing and they will want to learn more.”

This energized faith has led to over $760,000 in pledges and donations for the Legacy of Eternity Campaign, so far. The renovation campaign includes: Complete removal of tin ceiling and wooden lathe through the original plaster; photography and measurement of original stenciling and murals; replastering of ceiling to create a surface that will be long-lasting; repainting the newly-plastered ceiling

with the original design; stenciling the walls of the nave and sanctuary; installment of historic 1901 JG Pfeffer pipe organ.

The renovation will begin shortly after Easter services are concluded. They expect work to be completed sometime in either September or October. Until finished, they will hold masses in their hall.

“It’s a time to be bold. We have to have faith,” Fr. Schneider exclaimed. “You can’t let yourself die. What do we have to lose? So, let’s take the initiative. That’s the legacy that we leave behind – a beautiful church, and a faithful community that will go on for many, many years.”

City Council also appears to be a quiet one. Three seats are up – those of Mayor Ken Pike, Ward I Alderman Mike Krueger and Ward II Alderman Randy Jameson. In each case, the incumbents were the only people to sign up for their respective seats. The East Buchanan Board of Education will

have three seats up for grabs, each carrying a threeyear term. Incumbents Kyle McCoy and Beth Gregory have filed, while challengers Michael Oswald and Ryan C. Harper have also thrown their hats into the ring.

These races will be joined on the ballot by any ballot issues that are put

before local voters, which, in Plattsburg, will include a proposed sales tax on the sale of marijuana. Other ballot issues could be added this month. Keep an eye on The Leader for more information.

MDC to hold fishing reel repair class

Kansas City, Mo. – Fishing reels are basically machinery designed to do a task, and sometimes the parts need fixing, cleaning, or lubrication. Join the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) for a free fishing reel repair class from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 7, at the Burr Oak Woods Nature Center in Blue Springs.

This class will help anglers get fishing reels in tip top shape before spring weather arrives. Learn how to maintain and make minor but common repairs to spin casting, spinning, and bait casting reels. John Rittel, MDC community education assistant, will demonstrate how to disassemble, clean, lubricate, and make some

common repairs on these three common types of fishing reels.

The class is open to participants ages 11 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. COVID-19 safety precautions will be observed. Registration is required. To register, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov /4xK.

Father Eric Schneider of St. Ann Church in Plattsburg.

Hy-Klas Foods gives back to the community

Once again, Hy-Klas Food locations throughout Clinton County helped those in need this holiday season, donating a total of 30 ham dinners (10 each to Gower, Lathrop and Plattsburg) with all of the fixings to area charitable organizations.

(Above, left to right)

Gower Christian Church Rev. Randy Frye, Gower

First Baptist Pastor Jon Stewart, Mike Freese, and Jackie Musser with Gower Hy-Klas.

(Right, Left to Right) Ron Minor with the Lathrop Food Pantry, and Diane Shay, Tucker Wickliffe and Thomas Wren with Lathrop Hy-Klas.

The Plattsburg Senior Center (816) 539-2211 113 N. Main Street

Thursday, January 5

Chicken fajitas, Spanish rice, refried beans, sunshine salad, tortillas.

Friday, January 6

Roast beef sandwich with gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, apple crisp

Monday, January 9

Beef vegetable soup, peas, assorted fruit, crackers.

Tuesday, January 10

Sloppy Joes on a bun, potato salad, spinach, chilled pears.

Wednesday, January 11

Ham casserole, broccoli, lime gelatin with cottage cheese and pineapple, cornbread.

Thursday, January 12

Chicken, mashed potatoes, buttered cabbage, fruit crisp, whole wheat rolls.

Friday, January 13 Swedish meatballs, glazed carrots, coleslaw, chilled fruit, wheat bread

Monday, January 16

Beef hot dog on a whole wheat bun, broccoli, tater tots, mixed fruit.

Tuesday, January 17 Hamburger soup, fruit gelatin with cottage cheese, crackers.

Wednesday, January 18 Salmon loaf, creamed peas, coleslaw, chilled fruit, cornbread.

Thursday, January 19

Pulled pork sandwich, carrots, stewed tomatoes, applesauce, bun.

Friday, January 20

Meatloaf, au gratin potatoes, green beans, fruit crisp, whole grain bread.

Monday, January 23

Taco salad, refried beans, diced tomatoes, tropical fruit, wheat bread.

Tuesday, January 24

Tater tot casserole, green beans, coleslaw, mandarin oranges, wheat bread.

Wednesday, January 25 Turkey sandwich with gravy, mashed potatoes, lima beans, mixed fruit.

Thursday, January 26 Chili with beans, broccoli and cauliflower salad, chilled pears, cinnamon rolls.

Friday, January 27

Tuna casserole, buttered spinach, corn, chilled pears, wheat bread.

Recognizing the different North Stars in our life

by steve tinnen leader publisher emeritus

However, it was the Bob Dylan quote he recited that had me pondering several questions:

Where is our world’s North Star?

Where is our country’s North Star?

Where is Missouri’s North Star?

Where is Clinton County’s North Star? Where is my North Star?

seen during the Christmas season, not the North Star.

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While enjoying music on YouTube, I was listening to Kris Kristofferson during the Johnny Cash memorial concert, as he recalled how the country music legend and icon was received around the world.

“One of the best things about my life was the opportunity I had to go around the world and see how they reacted to Johnny Cash. It was kind of like the way they do Muhammad Ali for the same reason. They knew that he loved them as much as they loved him. The best thing I’ve read since John died was once again said by Bob Dylan where he said, ‘John was the North Star, and you could guide your ship by it.’”

Kristofferson went on to perform Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down, a song he wrote that was recorded in 1969 by Ray Stevens before becoming a #1 hit on the Billboard US Country chart for Johnny Cash.

In 1970, the song was recognized by the Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year.

Without a doubt, Kristofferson’s song is one of the best of all time.

I realize that Johnny Cash may have been the North Star for country music, and his music led us to the place where rubber meets the road.

Another country music icon, Willie Nelson, said country music was, “Three chords and the truth. That’s what a country song is. There is a lot of heartache in the world.”

There is little doubt about Nelson’s claim about country music and life in general. Without a doubt, there is plenty of heartache, but there is also plenty of joy. We just need to find the right North Star.

So where does the North Star fit in our lives?

Since the first mariners braved the open ocean, the North Star has served as a reliable beacon to guide them home. The North Star, also called Polaris, is located almost directly above the North Pole, and does not change position in the sky.

Some have mistakenly thought the North Star was the Star over Bethlehem. The Star of Bethlehem is a bright star that’s commonly

Of course, throughout our journey here on earth, there will be change. The idea that we could have a North Star to guide us through life, has been something we humans have been searching for since the beginning of time.

We Christians believe that God sent his son to guide us while here on earth. I would say that Jesus is the North Star that many have tried to follow. The concept that there are ten commandments we Christians should be using as a basis for life – that is our North Star.

“I am the LORD your God: you shall not have strange gods before me.

“You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain.

“Remember to keep holy the LORD’s Day.

“Honor your father and mother.

“You shall not kill.

“You shall not commit adultery.

“You shall not steal.

“You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.

“You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife.

“You shall not covet your neighbor’s goods.”

Where is your North Star? Today, I thankfully know where mine is. My hope is that you have found yours, and it will guide your ship to peace and love.

FROM THE STATE CAPITOL

Trivia questions: #1. Eggs given as gifts or eaten on New Year’s are a symbol of what? A. Prosperity; B. Love; C. Productivity; D. Luck. #2. Which famous leader established January 1 as the first day of the year? A. Cleopatra; B. Julius Caesar; C. Augustus; D. Saint Peter (answers are close by).

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Some more smiles from the ‘Happy Hawaiian’ Jim Nicholson, Honolulu, Hawaii (not sharing the weather report, don’t want to ruin your day!).

Donation

Father O’Malley answers the phone.

“Hello, is this Father O’Malley?”

“It is!”

“This is the IRS. Can you help us?”

“I can!”

“Do you know a Ted Houlihan?”

“I do!”

“Is he a member of your congregation?”

“He is!”

“Did he donate $10,000 to the church?”

“He will.”

Senility

An elderly man went to his doc-

tor and said, “Doc, I think I’m getting senile. Several times lately, I have forgotten to zip up.”

“That’s not senility,” replied the doctor. “Senility is when you forget to zip down.”

Marriage Humor

Wife: “What are you doing?”

Husband: “Nothing.”

Wife: “Nothing? You’ve been reading our marriage certificate for an hour?”

Husband: “I was looking for the expiration date.”

Dinner

Wife: “Do you want dinner?”

Husband: “Sure! What are my choices?”

Wife: “Yes or no.” (Trivia answers. #1 C. Eggs bring new life, making them a symbol of productivity. #2 B. History.com says Caesar had help from early astronomers and mathematicians in deciding to make January 1 the start of each new year because the old calendar was no longer syncing with the sun).

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Food for thought: “The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary.” - Vidal Sassoon.

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Talk to you next week!

Steve Tinnen

New year brings a new representative for southern Clinton Co.

I hope each of you had a Merry Christmas! I know my family did, but the kids are at the perfect ages (6, 4, and 1) where it is hard to have a bad Christmas.

As the calendar moves towards 2023, the state legislature is also gearing up for the coming legislative session, which begins January 4 and runs until May 12.

At the top of most legislators’ lists is initiative petition reform. Here in Missouri, if you collect enough signatures from registered voters and achieve a sim-

ple electoral majority, then you can change the state constitution. We have one of the lowest initiative petition thresholds in the country here in Missouri, which has made our constitution vulnerable to out-of-state interests to basically buying amendments and getting them through the ballot box.

It takes 75% of the states to approve an amendment at the federal level - it’s past time to protect our constitution and increase the percentage of votes it takes to pass a constitutional amendment.

Public safety is another

hot-button issue. While the legislature has taken serious steps to protect the KCPD, on the other side of the state, downtown St. Louis has basically become a do-notenter zone. Missourians, whether visiting from out-oftown or native St. Louisians, deserve to feel safe and the status quo is not cutting it right now. It is also becoming a jobs-killer, as the city struggles to compete for and retain employers.

For me, the need for educational reform is paramount. Prior to the pandemic, Missouri NAEP test scores were already losing ground

to some of our neighboring states. This fall’s NAEP test scores were disastrous. With the pandemic spurring more parental involvement in our children’s education, it has also made parents start to question the system more. If these dollars are for my child’s education, why can’t I direct the dollars the State would spend at a government-run school towards a private school instead? Why can’t I send my student to a neighboring school district that’s willing to accept them or afford tutoring to help my student catch up after falling behind in a virtual learning

environment? In short, the factory-inspired one-sizefits-all approach of the 19th and 20th centuries no longer works in the modern era. Parents need options and choices to create the best fit for their children’s education.

Beginning January 4, I will no longer represent the 12th District. Due to redistricting, I will be representing the 8th District, comprising of Smithville, rural Clay County, and southern Clinton County, including Gower, Lathrop, and Plattsburg. While I will miss serving my friends in Kearney and

Platte County, I look forward to serving all of my current constituents for the next two years.

It is an honor and a privilege to serve Northwest Missouri in the Missouri House of Representatives. Please do not hesitate to contact me at 573-751-0246 or at Josh.

Hurlbert@house.mo.gov if there is anything I can do for you, or stop by my office in Room 406-B if you are ever in the Capitol.

by rep josh hurlbert eighth district state rep

Randall H. Relford Sharon (Bowers) McCulloch

Sharon Raye (Bowers)

McCulloch, 81, of Plattsburg, passed away on December 23, 2022, at her home.

Sharon was born on December 14, 1941, to Ruth and Raymond Bowers. She spent her early childhood in rural Lathrop before moving to Plattsburg, where her parents owned and operated Plattsburg Greenhouse.

She was a graduate of Plattsburg High School and went on to complete training as a dental assistant at UMKC School of Dentistry in Kansas City.

She worked as a customer service manager throughout her career. Following her retirement, she enjoyed her work as the secretary at Broadway United Methodist Church in Plattsburg.

She was preceded in death by her parents; nephew, Travis McCulloch; and brother-in-law, Ronald McCulloch.

She is survived by her children, Rebecca Clymore (Danny) and Roxanne Perry;

grandchildren, Dylan Clymore (Samantha), Andrew Dickerson (McKenzie), Skyler Pummill (Brie), Shelby Dickerson (Bianca) and Hannah Perry (Keighley); great grandson, Orin Clymore; former spouse, James McCulloch; beloved brother, John Bowers (Linda); five nieces and nephews, and many cousins.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 7, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the American Legion, 110 W. Locust Street in Plattsburg. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to establish a scholarship fund in her name at Plattsburg High School.

Jean Grigsby

Jean Frances Grigsby passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Oakridge of Plattsburg.

She was born to Virginia and Cecil Landers on July 29, 1927, in Hughesville, Mo. In March, of 1947, she married Dean Grigsby and they had two children, Michael and Emily. She was an elemen-

tary school teacher for many years. In 2002, she and Dean moved to Plattsburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean, and her daughter, Emily. She is survived by her son, Michael, of Plattsburg. Funeral arrangements by McLaughlin Funeral Home in Sedalia, Mo.

Randall H. Relford, 79, of Cameron, Mo., passed away on Monday, December 26, 2022.

Randy was born in Moberly, Mo., to Elias W. and Wilma Long Relford. He graduated from Moberly Junior College in 1963 and Northeast Missouri State Teacher’s College (now Truman State) in 1965.

In 1965, Randall married Barbara Robertson in Moberly. They then moved to Centertown, Mo., where he was a teacher and principal for five years. While there, he completed his Master’s of Education from the University of Missouri. The family, including their three sons, moved to Cameron in 1970. Randall became principal of grades K-8 and later the new Parkview Elementary and

Cameron Middle School. During his 25-year career with the Cameron public school system, Randy held numerous administrative positions. He was very active in local politics and was on the city council and was mayor from 1990 to 1992. After retiring from education in 1995, he was elected to four terms in the Missouri House of Representatives. After that, he was elected to one term as the presiding commissioner

of Clinton County.

During his years in Cameron, Randall was very active in the Cameron United Methodist Church and other civic and volunteer organizations. He especially enjoyed singing in the church choir and listening to music. Over the years, he was an avid Royals and Mizzou fan and enjoyed watching his sons’ and grandchildren’s sporting events. He was very outgoing and never met a stranger – he had great pride in his family, community, and country.

Randall is survived by his wife of 57 years, Barbara. He leaves behind three sons, Robertson (Linda) of St. Joseph, Mo., Bradley (Jennifer) of Madison, Wis., and Thomas (Marcy) of Salem, Mo. He is also

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survived by his grandchildren, Jay (Cheyenne), Eli (Kelsey), Ryne, Taylor (Wes Rushing), Gage, Jackson, and Griffin, and two great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Grant. He has a surviving sister, Lynda Relford (Tammy) of St. Charles, Mo., and was preceded in death by his sister, Beverly Relford of St. Charles, Mo. Services and visitation were Monday, January 2, at Cameron United Methodist Church. Randall will be cremated after the service. Inurnment at a later date at Cameron Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cameron United Methodist Church or the Cameron Education Foundation.

Jeff Hartzell, 65, of Plattsburg, Mo., died Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Liberty Hospital. Jeff was born on December 21, 1957, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Leslie A.“Duck” and Julia B. (Mallen) Hartzell. He attended Plattsburg High School and was a truck driver for over 30 years. Jeff was very comical and always made you laugh.

After a successful campaign in 2022, the Plattsburg Masonic Lodge and churches with the Clinton County CarePortal will again team up to help keep children warm in the winter.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Jim Hartzell.

Survivors include his daughter, Ashley Hartzell, of Liberty, Missouri; sister, Judy Blankenship, of Lathrop, Missouri; brother, John Hartzell, of Plattsburg, Missouri; granddaughter, Maliyah Grayson, of Liberty, Missouri; niece, Laurie (Blankenship) Rouse; and nephews, Justin Hartzell, Jeremy Hartzell, and Jordan Hartzell.

The family will have an

open-house style Celebration of Life on Sunday, January 8, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Plattsburg Community Courtyard. Natural farewell under the direction of Bailey & Cox Family Funeral Service, Plattsburg, Missouri. Online guestbook and obituary at www.baileycox.com.

The team will sponsor a kids coat drive through the month of January. The goal of the campaign this year is to raise $900 toward the purchase of new coats for local kids. Donations can

be made at the First Baptist Church (CarePortal Coat Drive), 501 E. Broadway, Plattsburg, Mo., 64477.

New coat donations are also accepted in kids sizes three to 18.

For more information, contact Jackie Tilford, CarePortal Regional Manager, at jackie.tilford@careportal. org.

Master Gardeners hosting free program

The Master Gardeners of Clinton County will host a free program on urban and rural habitat restoration this month.

The group will host

the program on Tuesday, January 17, 6:30 p.m. at the Clinton County 4-H Youth Building east of Plattsburg on 116 Highway. The program is presented by Logan

Baum, Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist, Quail Forever. Topics for the program include wildlife friendly practices, native plants and why they are important,

Farm Bill programs to offset costs of installing native plants, and how smaller urban landowners can participate in Farm Bill cost share programs.

(Above) Lathrop students pack meals for those in need. (Above Right) First responders in a water fight with Ellis Elementary students. (Right) State Rep. Josh Hurlbert presents EBHS football coach Dan Ritter with a “Championship Way” sign. (Far Right) Bob Elliott served as the grand marshal in the Gower Days parade this past summer.

as an independent against David Woody for Clinton County Clerk in November; East Buchanan welcomes new school resource officer Det. Chelsea Smith during meeting.

August 11 – Plattsburg Chamber of Commerce asks the city to consider downtown parking regulations; Plattsburg alum Kelsie Lewis making history as member of Missouri State softball team; Mike Shrewsbury and family direct $5,000 grant from Bayer to the Lathrop FFA Chapter.

August 18 – Plattsburg Fall Festival Committee hosts Back to School Bash down-

the 2022-2023 school year; Just as students are ready to return to school, Clinton County moved into high COVID threat level with 100 new cases in August.

August 25 – Plattsburg Masonic Lodge donates $16,000 to Clinton County R-III School District; Students return to class throughout the county; Brayden Holloway of Lawson charged with murder in relation to shooting in Turney, Mo.; East Buchanan School District approves tax levy increase; City of Lathrop accepts $50,000 from unnamed family for splash

September 1 – Police and Humane Society rescue 28 animals from a residence in Lathrop; Plattsburg City Council approves sale of 100 N. Main building to highest bidder, Lisa Crawford, for $19,000.

September 8 – Residents near Smithville and Cameron report seeing an early morning UFO in the skies above the region; 169 Highway between Smithville and Gower officially becomes Championship Way to celebrate state titles by the Smithville and East Buchan-

September 15 – A Minnesota man, Ryan Mosley, is charged with manslaughter after deadly traffic accident on 169 Highway in southwest Clinton County; The intersection of 116 Highway and 69 Highway mostly open as state nears completion of roundabout; Lathrop Mules football powers past Plattsburg in the 101st meeting between the two rivals.

September 22 – Lathrop R-II Schools expects to hire next superintendent in October; St. Ann’s in Plattsburg plans major renovations with generosity of the community.

September 29 – Clinton County R-III Board President Mark Coulter announces resignation as he’s expecting to move out of school district; Plattsburg crowns senior Brodie Wehmeyer and Hannah Thiessen as 2022 Homecoming King and Queen.

October 6 – Keith Clements retires after 55 years working with Sur-Gro in Plattsburg; East Buchanan seniors Brazon Pryor and Brooklyn Adams crowned 2022 Homecoming King and Queen; Margaret Turner and Cheryl Cox retire from Gower Post Office.

October 13 – Plattsburg Fall

town; Lathrop R-II School District increases tax rate for

pad; Pam Ziegler retires from the county after 27 years of service.

an football teams; Plattsburg will flush and treat water system with free chlorine “burnout.”

Festival “Rocks the ‘Burg!:” Senior Gracie Arnold crowned Miss Plattsburg, Larry and Bev Freeman and Don and Diane Talley serve as 2022 Plattsburg Fall Festival Grand Marshals;

Seniors Matt Miller and Lainey Christopher crowned Lathrop Homecoming King and Queen; Becky Heimsoth named to Missouri 4H Hall of Fame; Tradition contin-

(Above) Plattsburg graduate Kelsie Lewis with the Missouri Valley Conference championship, which she won alongside her teammates on the Missouri State softball team. (Below) Lathrop R-II’s next superintendent Dr. Adam Willard was hired in October.

ues for Gower Oldtimers Ballgame.

October 20 – Kidnapping attempt thwarted at Lake Arrowhead with help of automated license plate reader system; East Buchanan football takes control of the KCI Conference with a win over rival Mid-Buchanan in a battle of state-ranked teams; Plattsburg senior Ashley Morsbach selected to perform in National FFA Band.

October 27 – Dr. Adam Willard hired as the next superintendent of Lathrop R-II School District; East Buchanan volleyball wins district championship, advances to the state playoffs; City of Plattsburg allocated $230,000 in ARPA funds, including $81,250 for police vehicles and $50,000 for street and parking paving downtown.

November 3 – Duplicate ballots mistakenly sent to local voters, Clinton County Clerk’s office working to retrieve and account for them; A victim in Plattsburg is transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a shooting Halloween night; East Buchanan volleyball earns first trip to state semifinals in Cape Girardeau; Lathrop Fire Department revives annual Halloween party after the pandemic.

November 10 – East Buchanan volleyball finishes fourth at 2022 Missouri Class 2 State Volleyball Championships; Clerk David Woody and Commissioner Patrick Clark win re-election to county office; Community loses pillars with the passing of Marguerite Pulliam in Lathrop,

former Leader editor Ron Johnson; A design crafted by Plattsburg alum Amanda Burris is selected as city’s new flag; Representatives from Japan visit Plattsburg to learn about American business.

November 17 – City of Plattsburg purchases 16 acres of land near Y Highway for future endeavors, including possible sports fields and a water tower; Debi Cradic, who ran for county clerk, voices concerns with how her opponent conducted the election; East Buchanan football follows up KCI championship with a district title; East Buchanan FFA members Trentin Doss and Dylan Ellis both place in the top three nationally in their respective SAE projects.

November 24 – Spearheaded

by the FFA Chapter, students at Lathrop High School pack 30,000 meals for those in need; East Buchanan football defeats Gallatin 14-6 to advance to the Class 1 State Semifinals; Plattsburg City Council directs staff to draw up an ordinance disallowing certain through traffic in alley between Broadway and Locust.

December 1 – The East Buchanan Bulldogs football team is headed back to the Show-Me Bowl after defeating St. Louis private school Duchesne in the state semifinals; Tom Mallen, who worked on the James Webb Space Telescope launch, returns to hometown of Plattsburg to speak to community, students; Members of the Missouris Shoal DAR Chapter serve breakfast to Legion Post 97 for Veterans Day.

December 8 – The East Buchanan Bulldogs are backto-back Missouri Class 1 State Champions after defeating Adrian 42-0 in the football title game in Columbia; 2022 Plattsburg Community Christmas rings in the season – Justin and Kami Hartzell named Grand Marshals, former teacher Connie Collins named Plattsburg Person of the Year; The Clinton County Sheriff’s Department being aided by the use of automated license plate readers in key location, on deputy vehicles; The family of the late Susan Hageman renovates the Broadway United Methodist Church kitchen in her name.

December 15 – The new 10,000-square-foot playground and splash pad officially opened in Lathrop; Plattsburg mourns the loss

of Stacy Howard; Jack and Shari Klein and family named 2022 Gower Persons of the Year; Lathrop Chiropractic Center toy drive nets almost 150 toys for kids in need this holiday; Lathrop Lady Mules basketball team wins KCI tournament, Plattsburg boys basketball team wins KCI boys tournament.

December 22 – Plattsburg City Council places marijuana sales tax on April 2023 ballot; Lathrop names Corey Creason the next head coach of the Mules football team; Plattsburg Park Board, volunteers pushing for grant to fix pedestrian bridge at Perkins Park.

December 29 – District governor visits Lathrop Rotary Chapter.

(Above) East Buchanan senior Maya Watkins celebrates a point in the sectional round of the state playoffs.

(Above) The East Buchanan football team celebrates a second state title with their fans last month. (Left) 2022 Plattsburg Homecoming Royalty. (Below Left) A new topper placed at St. Ann’s Church. (Below) Construction on the new roundabout last summer at the intersection of 116 Highway and 69 Highway in eastern Clinton County.

The second half of The Leader’s Top 10 Sports Moments

As we turn the calendar over to 2023, Clinton County sports fans can look forward to dozens of spe-

cial moments in the months to come. But before we do, we’re taking one last look back at 2022.

Last week, we broke down the first half of The Leader’s

Top 10 Sports Moments of the Year, which included a heroic home run from Avery Clay (10), Lathrop golf’s first KCI championship (9), the Plattsburg boys (8) and

Lathrop girls (7) winning the KCI Conference Basketball Tournament last month, and Payge Fuller’s and Drystin Dotson’s senior showings at state wrestling (6).

This week, we reveal the top five moments, beginning with a not-so-shocking entry at #1.

1. East Buchanan football repeats as champs

The Missouri Class 1 State Championship – the title so nice that East Buchanan won it twice.

A year after winning the Class 1 state football championship, the Bulldogs somehow looked even stronger in 2022, setting the small school football scene ablaze, nabbing a handful of titles and leaving opponents in their wake.

East Buchanan started by winning the only championship that eluded them in 2021, sweeping their way through the KCI by going 7-0 and taking the conference title outright. They used that momentum to dominate the Class 1, District 8 tournament, defeating Plattsburg, West Platte and Mid-Buchanan by a combined score

of 129-0 and repeating as champions.

With that, the Bulldogs secured their spot in the Missouri Class 1 State Playoffs. They faced their toughest test of the postseason in the quarterfinals, scratching out a 14-6 road victory against undefeated Gallatin. The next week, in the state semifinals, East Buchanan breezed past Duchesne, a private school from St. Louis, 41-14, earning a second-straight trip to the Show-Me Bowl.

There was plenty of anticipation for the state title game but very little drama. East Buchanan’s offensive and defensive lines controlled the trenches, junior quarterback Gage Busby threw for 312 yards and three touchdowns, Trevor Klein scored four touchdowns on 193 total yards, Aidan Hensley had a pair of interceptions, and East Buchanan retained its crown with a 42-0 drubbing of Adrian.

It was a tremendous sendoff for the East Buchanan seniors, but scarily, the Bulldogs return a stacked junior class next season primed for a third deep playoff push.

2. Plattsburg baseball finished third

Since its inception a quarter-century ago, the Plattsburg Tigers baseball team has had plenty of good fortune, winning multiple district championships and earning a pair of berths in the state semifinals.

With a talented pitching staff and solid bats throughout its line-up, the 2022 Tigers not only built on that rich tradition, but expanded on it.

On their way to a 29-9 record, the Tigers defeated LeBlond and Mid-Buchanan to win the Class 2, District 15 championship, followed by a 7-2 win against Maysville in the state sectionals and a 9-0 win against Windsor in the quarterfinals, earning the program’s third trip to the state semifinals in Springfield.

The Tigers nearly earned a place in the Missouri Class 2 State Championship, too, falling just short against eventual state champ Russellville in the semifinals, 3-2, in extra innings. Plattsburg senior pitcher Brock Steggall was brilliant on the

East Buchanan football wins the Missouri Class 1 State Championship

by brett adkison leader editor

Plattsburg baseball finished third at the Class 2 State Championships

East Buchanan volleyball made the state semifinals for the first

Top Sports Moments of 2022,

mound, giving up just four hits in seven innings and a single unearned run.

The following day, the Tigers finished third in the state for the first time in program history, easily defeating Gainesville 13-5, highlighted by senior Nathan Bash’s four-RBI performance.

3. East Buchanan volleyball makes state semifinals

The golden era of East Buchanan sports continued in 2022, and while the boys may have taken the top spot in this list, the girls have done the lion’s share of the trophy collecting.

The Lady Bulldogs volleyball team added another district championship this past fall, but – led by a stellar senior group that included Maya Watkins, Gracie Kelsey, Kinzie Woodside and more – they set their sights on uncharted territory in 2022.

With victories over Lafayette County in the state sectionals and Lone Jack in the state quarterfinals, East Buchanan qualified for the state championships in Cape Girardeau for the first time in program history – Missouri’s Final Four.

That dream was all but dead in the quarterfinals, when the Lady Bulldogs faced seemingly-insurmountable odds – a two-set deficit on the road. But the players turned the entire game on its head, winning three-straight sets for the comeback victory.

Ultimately, East Buchanan had to settle for fourth place in the state championships, losing to eventual state champion Jefferson in the state semifinals and to Strafford in the third-place game. But it was a massive step forward for a program that has always turned out

talented teams with the misfortune of running up against powerhouses.

4. Klein finishes historic career, Huitt takes second Emma Klein was able to finish her high school career in the one place made for such a moment – the state podium in Jefferson City.

The East Buchanan senior last May won the Missouri Class 2 State Championship in the triple jump and added a second-place finish in the long jump, helping the Lady Bulldogs to an eighth-place finish in the team standings.

As a freshman, she placed second in both events, and as a junior she won the state title in the triple jump and was sixth in the long jump. The only thing that ever kept her from the state podium was a global pandemic (which forced the cancellation of the spring season in 2020). She was also a member of the fourth-place 4x100M relay team (with Alexis Helsel, Rilyn Sherwood and Kylie Clark) and was tenth in the 200M dash.

And though she graduated, she isn’t done jumping yet, as Klein joined the track team at the University of Nebraska-Omaha to compete at the college level.

She wasn’t the only local athlete earning high marks in Jefferson City, as Lathrop senior Kiah Huitt made LHS history with a second-place finish in Class 2 in the javelin. The senior continued to progress throughout the season and finished her year where all track athletes dream to be. Not only was it a worthy final chapter to the historic high school careers of the Huitt sisters (along with graduates Brooke and Annika), it was a shining moment away from the diamond that the youngest Huitt

can call all her own.

5. EBHS basketball returns to the postseason

The East Buchanan Lady Bulldogs basketball team made its return to postseason prominence late last winter.

After winning a Class 2 state championship in 2020 (just as the world came to a close for the pandemic) and struggling through the 2021 season without the services of injured standout Gracie Kelsey, the Lady Bulldogs eventually returned to full force in January 2022 – and put the basketball scene on notice.

Behind a stifling defense, East Buchanan navigated a tough KCI Conference schedule to win the regular season conference title, followed by a one-point win against Lathrop to earn the class 3, District 15 championship. In the state sec-

tionals, the Lady Bulldogs earned a 38-34 victory against Milan and their star, Cady Pauley, who tallied 3,000 career points and went on to play Division I basketball this winter.

EAST BUCHANAN SCHOOLS

That major win put the Lady Bulldogs just one win away from a return trip to the state semifinals. Unfortunately, the state’s top team – El Dorado Springs – stood in the way. East Buchanan

couldn’t derail the trail, as El Dorado earned the win (and eventually the state championship), but that did little to take away for the Lady Bulldogs’ championship season.

Board hears presentations in final meeting of 2022

by jim bonebrake leader reporter

During their final meeting of 2022, the East Buchanan Board of Education, prior to taking care of business matters, received two presentations from students in the district.

The first was a presentation by elementary and middle school members of Mrs. Amy Adams’s SAIL Club. Mrs. Adams sought and was awarded a $500 grant from MSTA and used the money to purchase 1,000 KEVA planks, which are used by students to build different shapes using only their imagination. Mrs. Adams stressed that this was one way to get kids away from screens and use their minds. The students presenting were Ethen Newell, Mathew O’Donnell, Ellie

Patterson, Harper Mason, Taryn Craft, Corbin West, Kalvin Guthals, Ryan Picks, Peyton Wilmes and Madeline Newell.

“The students are enjoying building with these maple KEVA planks,” said Mrs. Adams, “especially during gifted and Title 1 Math classes, as well as during indoor recess.”

Board members were given a verbal presentation regarding this club and were encouraged to walk around the high school library to view the different shapes, designs and builds the students put together.

The second presentation was from two high school students, junior Anna Kenagy and sophomore Chloe Wheeler. It was a verbal presentation of E2 Fel-

Lathrop senior Kiah Huitt was second in the javelin East Buchanan state triple jump champ Emma Klein

The East Buchanan girls basketball team won districts and made the quarterfinals.

East Buchanan High School students Chloe Wheeler (left) and Anna Kenagy (right) speak to the board.

Board,

lowship, in which the two students participate. Their district sponsor is Mrs. Cori Elms.

E2 Fellowship is a program sponsored by MOSIAC in St. Joseph and encompasses more than a dozen schools in the region. The students are working on leadership skills and the program consists of four sessions. As part of the program, the participants broke

MDC reports deer numbers

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.

– Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that deer hunters in Missouri harvested 8,599 deer during the alternative methods portion of the firearms deer season, Dec. 24 – Jan. 3. Top harvest counties were Franklin with 200 deer harvested, Harrison with 186, and Macon with 162.

The harvest total

for last year’s alternative methods portion was 10,038.

For current ongoing preliminary harvest totals by season, county, and type of deer, visit the MDC website at https:// extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.

For harvest summaries from past years, visit https://mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer/ deer-reports/deer-har -

vest-summaries.

The archery deer and turkey season runs through Jan. 15.

Find more info on deer hunting from MDC’s 2022 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet, available where permits are sold and online at https:// mdc.mo.gov/sites/default/ files/2022-06/2022FDT. pdf.

Homestead National Park to celebrate history of Homesteaders through film

BEATRICE, Neb. – Homestead National Historical Park is celebrating the stories of Homesteaders through film. Films will be shown at the Education Center at 2 p.m. on weekend days in January.

January 7 and 8, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., Solomon Butcher: Frontier Photographer

This Nebraska Public Media Original explores the work of Solomon D. Butcher, a photographer in the late 1880’s who set out to capture images of Custer County, Nebraska.

January 14 and 15, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. Keepers of the Land

This Montana PBS production follows three Montana families still living and working the land their ancestors homesteaded.

January 21 and 22 at 2:00 p.m. Colorado Expe-

This Rocky Mountain PBS program explores the ranch that has been in the family for seven generations.

January 28 and 29 at 2:00 p.m. Homesteading

This Prairie Public Program (a collaboration between North Dakota Council on Arts and Humanities Council and the Minnesota Arts and Cultural and Minnesota Heritage Fund) uses primary sources to paint a picture of the people who homesteaded North Dakota.

Admission to Homestead National Historical Park and all events is free. For information on available accommodations please contact Accessibility Coordinator, Amber Kirkendall at (402) 2233514 or amber_kirkendall@nps.gov.

Homestead National Historical Park has an exciting schedule of events planned for 2023. Keep up with the latest information by following us on Twitter (HomesteadNHP) and Facebook (Homestead National Historical Park).

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About the National Park Service. More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for the 423 parks in the National Park System and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-tohome recreational opportunities. Visit us at www.nps. gov, on Facebook www. facebook.com/nationalparkservice, Twitter www. twitter.com/natlparkservice, and YouTube www. youtube.com/nationalparkservice.

into groups and focused on how individual personalities affect leadership skills. The issue that Kenagy’s and Wheeler’s group worked on was how to improve the education system. They studied how educational systems were used in different countries. They focused on how to improve school engagement and attendance with the ultimate goal of ensuring that students would be learning for life and not necessarily just taking tests.

Both girls stated that this program was aiding them in improving their public speaking abilities. They also stressed that they were learning how your personality affects your learning style, as well as your ability to communicate in small and larger groups. Both girls answered numerous questions from board members prior to completing their presentation.

Superintendent Dr. John Newell reported that the district received a clean audit and provided the board with the district’s MAP testing data. During this time, several board members asked Dr. Newell about some of the test data, especially where it was perceived that the students were scoring worse than anticipated. Dr. Newell stressed that this recent MAP was a baseline year, and that the test had been changed several time in recent years, cautioning the board not to read too much into the raw data they were presented with.

“Although these scores are important, I feel that more data related to how former students are doing after high school is more vital to how we are doing as a district. We don’t simply want students to be good test-takers and not have the abilities to function later in life,” Newell stressed.

Dr. Newell then asked the board if they would allow him another month to present calendar updates at the January meeting. He stated he wanted to further explore some options that would eliminate the need for making up bad weather days at the end of the year, as he did not feel those were good learning times for stu-

CRMC makes donations to Clinco Sheltered

In the spirit of the season, Cameron Regional Medical Center, Inc. (CRMC) and the CRMC Foundation each recently donated $10,000 to Clinco Sheltered Industries in Cameron. Terming Clinco as “one of the best-kept secrets in Northwest Missouri,” CRMC officials recognized the organization for its mission of employing developmentally disabled individuals, providing valuable services such as recycling and custodial work for the community and surrounding area, and operating the Dollar Barn and Thrift Store. Warren McElwain, president of the CRMC Board of Directors, said, “Clinco, as a charitable and educational entity, is an essential resource for our multi-county area, and fills a great need by serving as an advocate for the individuals they employ.” (Above) Clinco

dents.

A discussion of ESSR III funds was held, with the board approving moving about $300,000 to staff salaries. Newell’s reasoning for this was not necessarily to spend the dollars but to bank the monies currently

and allow the district to begin drawing interest on the monies. The board agreed.

The PTO had requested the board approve about $5,500 for a canopy to offer shade on the elementary playground, and this was also approved.

Board President Tom Nance and CRMC Administrator Joseph Abrutz, Jr. (Below) CRMC Foundation President Duane Kohlstaedt and Clinco Board Member Denny Clark.

Members of the East Buchanan SAIL Club showed their work with KEVA planks to the board

rience: Hutchinson Homestead and Ranch

MoDOT roadwork in Northwest Missouri this week

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of Jan. 2-8.

All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map online.

Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the

work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Buchanan County U.S. Route 36 – Bridge rehabilitation project over the Missouri River is currently suspended for winter. Work will resume spring 2023. Westbound is narrowed to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction through June 2023. (Contractor: Comanche Construction, Inc.)

Route 759 – RAMP CLOSED for a bridge rehabilitation project over the Missouri River. The ramp from Route 759 to westbound U.S. Route 36 is closed through June 2023. (Contractor: Comanche Construction, Inc.)

U.S. Route 169 – Utility work from U.S. Route 36 to Easton Road, through Jan. 15

Route 116 – Pothole patching from U.S. Route 59 to the Platte River, Jan. 3-5, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily

Carroll County

U.S. Route 24 – Bridge rehabilitation project at the Moss Creek Bridge, south of Carrollton, through early January. The bridge is narrowed to one lane with temporary traffic signals guiding motorists through the work zone. An 18-foot width restriction is in place. (Contractor: Capital Paving and Construction, LLC) Route UU – CLOSED for a bridge deck replacement project over Turkey Creek and Big Creek, through January. (Contractor: Capi-

tal Paving & Construction, LLC). (Contractor: Capital Paving & Construction, LLC)

Route 139 – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from County Road 110 to County Road 120, Jan. 3-6, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily

Clinton County Interstate 35 – Pothole patching southbound, south of Cameron, from mile marker 48 to 42, Jan. 3-6

Grundy County U.S. Route 65 – Bridge re-

habilitation project over Route 6 in Trenton, through January. Temporary traffic signals will guide motorist through the work zone. A 17-foot width restriction is in place. (Contractor: Capital Paving, Inc.)*

Route W – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Gees Creek Bridge, south of Route F, through early April 2023. This bridge is part of the FARM (Fixing Access to Rural Missouri) Bridge Program.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

Because The People Must Know

INVITATION TO BID

NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY TRUSTEE:

Estate of Richard H. Mos Jr.

To all person interested in the Estate of Richard H. Mos Jr., decedent.

The undersigned, The Commerce Trust Company, is acting as Trustee under a trust, the terms of which provide that the debts of the decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of proper proof thereof. The address of the Trustee is The Commerce Trust Company, Trustee, 1000 Walnut (BB16-2), Kansas City, MO 64106.

All creditors of the decedent are notified to present their claims to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred.

Date of first publication is December 22, 2022.

The Commerce Trust Company, Trustees (12/22, 12/29, 1/5, 1/12)

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

In the Circuit Court, Clinton County, Missouri

Judge or Division: Hon. Brent Elliott Case Number 22CN-DR00083

In the Marriage of: Cassie Kitchell v Kevin Michael

Cassie Kitchell, Petitioner

Nature of suit: Dissolution of Marriage

The state of Missouri to: Kevin Michael

You are Notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri, the Object and general nature of which is Dissolution of Marriage which will be heard in this court on, February 16, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at which time and place you should appear.

The names of the parties in this action are stated in the caption above and the name and address of the attorney for the Plaintiff is: Connie J. Boysen, #36167, Legal Aid of Western Missouri, 706 Felix St., St Joseph Missouri 64501

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or otherwise appear and defend against this action within 45 days after, judgment by default may be entered against you.

It is further ordered that a copy hereof be published according to the law in the Clinton County Leader, a newspaper of general circulation published in the county of Clinton, state of Missouri.

Sealed proposals, addressed to CITY OF LATHROP, MISSOURI

For Street Improvements Phase II, Lathrop, Missouri, will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Lathrop, Missouri until 10:00 o'clock A.M. (Prevailing Local Time) on the 16th day of January, 2023, at City Hall, 707 Oak Street, Lathrop, Missouri, and at that time will be publicly opened and read

The proposed work includes: Approximately 7.6 miles of chip and seal, 0.95 miles of 2 asphalt overlay, and 0.22 miles of 4 full depth pavement replacement in the “Base Bid”.

Additional work and/or partial replacement work of the Base Bid includes a maximum of: Approximately 2.6 miles of chip and seal, 0.46 miles of 2 asphalt overlay, and 0.22 miles of 8 full depth pavement replacement in the “Add Alternates”.

This is a prevailing wage project. The wage rates applicable to this project have been predetermined as required by law and are set forth in the bid proposal. State wage rates, not Federal wage rates, are to be utilized for this contract. Certified payroll for each employee must be submitted and approved on a weekly basis.

Enrollment in Federal Work Authorization Program – Bidders are informed that, pursuant to Section 285.530 RSMo., the successful bidder shall, by sworn affidavit and provision of documentation, affirm its enrollment and participation in a federal work authorization program with respect to the employees working in connection to the contracted services.

Safety Training Program – Bidders are informed that the project is subject to the requirements of Section 292.675 RSMo., pertaining to on-site employees completing a course in construction safety and health approved by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

The City of Lathrop hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, ancestry, or national origin in consideration for an award.

No 2nd tier subcontracting will be allowed.

Plans and specifications may be inspected at City Hall, 707 Oak Street, Lathrop, Missouri 64465. Complete instructions to bidders and proposal sets, including Plans and Specifications, may be obtained from Veenstra & Kimm, Inc., Consulting Engineers, 1201 W. College, Suite 100, P.O. Box 236, Liberty, Missouri 64069, upon deposit of $20. This deposit is nonrefundable. Plans and specifications may also be obtained electronically at no cost. Please contact Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. at 816-781-6182 or Bob Burns, City Administrator at 816528-6981 for more information.

The project will be awarded to the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder. The City will select the lowest bidder based upon the amount in the Base Bid or combination of the “Base Bid” and any or all “Add Alternates” amounts. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive all informalities or irregularities in bids. The City also reserves the right to reject any and all construction upon completion if it does not meet the specifications or fails to meet normal quality criteria.

A certified or cashier’s check or a bid bond in the amount of 5% shall be submitted with each proposal.

Proposals must be on forms provided. An acceptable alternate bid bond form may be used.

THE CITY OF LATHROP

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Cox Family Dentistry, P.C. Andrew P. Cox, D.D.S. 1011 Cedar St., Trenton. 660-359-6889 or 660-359-6993

Time to spruce up your house? Eric Hauck Painting 660654-1411

LAUHOFF JEWELRY Downtown Chillicothe620 Washington St. Open Monday-Friday 9:005:30, Saturday 9:001:00. 660-646-3504 www.lauhoffjewelry. com

JAMESPORT BUILDERS, 660684-6931, 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport. POLE BARNS – GARAGES, Spray foam insulation.

FOR RENT

For Rent: 2 bedroom duplex with garage and all appliances provided. Mowing and snow removal included. No Pets or Smokers allowed. References required. 660-359-1442

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 as-

sistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Cassandra Brewer at 660-359-5647.

Apartment for rent - 2 bedroom, 1 bath, $500 a month. No pets. Stove, refrigerator, washer, and dryer included. Call 660-605-1050

AGRICULTURE

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

614 Harris Ave., 359-2258

CRP/Pasture Clearing All types of Skid Loader Work. Call Gabe Buzzard, Trenton, MO. 816-6783918 ---------------------------

*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-3582682

Buying standing walnut, oak & cotton-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE

For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Letitia J. Bua, a single person, dated August 27, 2019, recorded on September 9, 2019 as Document No. 201902566, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Clinton County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on Monday, January 30, 2023, at 09:30 AM at the West Front Door of the Clinton County Courthouse, 207 North Main, in Plattsburg, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash:

All of Lots Fifty-nine (59), Sixty (60), and Sixty-one (61), Block Fifty (50), Section Four (4), LAKE ARROWHEAD, a subdivision in Clinton County, Missouri, according to the recorded plat thereof,

to satisfy said debt and costs.

AT, Inc.

Successor Trustee

Gregory D. Todd, Vice President 314.621.5070 www.atllp.com (Bua, 85007-595, Publication Start: 01/05/2023 )

AT, INC., AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE, MAY BE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND IF ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

(1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26/23)

wood timber. Cash or on shares. Call Mike at 816-248-3091

Gravel, sand, top soil, mulch, river rock, boulders-Turney Mini Quarry 816248-2523.

Kingsville Livestock Auction. Located 45 miles SE of Kansas City, MO. On 58 Hwy. East of Modern. 816.597.3331. www.kingsvillelivestock.com fwda

Summers Crop Services, LLC in Lathrop. Fertilizer & lime applications. Call Curtis Summers for a free quote. 816564-7116, fwda

Tina Livestock Market. 435 W 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682. Call 660-622-4214. www.tinalivestockmarket.com fwda

Osborn Livestock Auction located 7 miles West of Cameron on Hwy 36, Osborn, MO. Sale every Wednesday at 10AM. 816-6752424 fwda

FOR SALE

Cold Weather Supplies. Heat tapes, propane torch kits & fuel. Also ice melt, snow shovels and safety treads (ice creepers). Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 660-359-3660.

HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS

Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO.

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Shelly's Pet Care, 660-684-6864, 103 S. Locust St., Jamesport, MO 64648. Professional, Personalized Grooming. Appointments available Monday - Saturday. 35 Years of Experience! Serving the Green Hills Area since 1996! dtf

EMPLOYMENT

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. S415dtf

The North 65 Center, Trenton, is accepting applications for experienced kitchen help. Position is fulltime, M-F, hours are 6 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.,no weekends, pd holi-

days. Experience in all areas of kitchen required. Pick up application at 2901 Hoover Drive, Trenton, or contact Karen @ 660-359-3058. Applications accepted until position is filled.

Life Options Green Hills Pregnancy + Health Center has a Marketing and Operations Coordinator job opening. Please contact us at 660358-1378 or lifeoptionsgreenhills@gm ail.com for more information or an application.

NOTICES

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SERVICES

Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800425-0976 or 4856611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience.

Plattsburg Tigers remain undefeated, win LeBlond tourney

11-0 on the year.

While the winter break is a time for many to take a breath, the Plattsburg Tigers were busy adding to the trophy case and extending their winning streak.

The Tigers earned five wins over the break, three of which netted them the 2022 LeBlond Holiday Tournament championship in St. Joseph, as they moved to

The Plattsburg boys started the break by traveling to Columbia for the Norm Stewart Classic, knocking off Dixon 64-36 at Mizzou Arena on Saturday, December 17. Junior Isaia Howard had sensational performance, putting together a triple-double stat line – a 21 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. He also had six steals. Senior James Brad-

dy added 17 points, Luke Schroeder scored 12 points, Rylan Langton put up eight points and Jackson Lewis scored six points.

Just two days later, the Tigers defeated Lincoln College Prep as part of the 12 Courts of Christmas event at Hy-Vee Arena in Kansas City. Howard poured in 41 points to go with 14 rebounds. Schroeder scored 12 points and James Braddy

scored 10 points.

In the championship game of the LeBlond Holiday Tournament on December 29, the Tigers edged past St. Michael the Archangel to take the trophy 60-59 in double overtime. Howard again led the scoring with 33 points and 18 rebounds. Braddy added 13 points and Schroeder scored eight points.

The Tigers blew past

Savannah in the semifinals a day earlier, 64-34. Howard scored 26 points with 12 rebounds, seven steals and six assists. Jackson Lewis put up 14 points and both Braddy and Schroeder scored 11 points. Plattsburg defeated Nodaway Valley in the opening round on December 27, 60-41. Howard scored 26 points with 13 rebounds, five assists and five steals.

Braddy scored 13 points,

Lewis put up nine points and Schroeder had seven points. While the young Lady Tigers basketball team continued to struggle some, falling in all three games in the LeBlond tournament, they did manage to earn their first win of the year, defeating Ewing Marion Kauffman 55-34 during the 12 Courts of Christmas.

Kansas City, Mo. – The 27th annual Eagle Days at Smithville Lake will be Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 7-8, with activities centered at the Paradise Pointe Golf Course Clubhouse. Activities will be from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

on Saturday, and from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday. This event his hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), and the Clay County Parks and Recreation De-

partment.

MDC conservation agents will be present at eagle viewing areas at the lake to answer questions and help visitors use spotting scopes. Eagles have congregated in recent years

at the spillway below the dam to feed on fish coming through during water releases. But this year, the lake is drawn down due to work on the dam and water releases are limited, said the Corps Park Manager Derek Dorsey. Viewing stations will be near the lake and locations will be announced closer to the event when officials find where waterfowl and eagles are congregating. Eagle and waterfowl viewing is somewhat weather dependent, as extreme cold snaps can prompt birds to move south to warmer weather and open water.

Regardless of weather, the event will include captive eagle presentations at the clubhouse by operation wildlife. Exhibits and infor-

mation booths will be set up indoor

exhibits will also include live

The captive eagle shows by

Wildlife will begin at 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 7. They will begin at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 8. Seating is limited for the live eagle shows.

The Paradise Point Golf Course Clubhouse is located at 18212 Golf Course Drive, in Smithville, on the west side of the lake. For more information about seeing eagles in Missouri at their winter hangouts or at planned

by the Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary, the Friends of Lakeside Nature Center, Wings of Love, and the Clay County Parks and Recreation Department. Some of those

raptors or terrestrial wildlife such as turtles.

Operation