Sheriff’s Dept. deploys automated license plate readers
by brett adkison leader editorIn October, dispatchers at the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department received a 911 call. A 14-year-old girl at Lake Arrowhead had managed to evade a possible kidnapper, reaching a neighbor’s house to call the authorities.
She had a description
of the car and a license plate number. Armed with that information, authorities were able to deploy the newest weaponry in its arsenal against crime – the county’s automated license plate reader program.
A stationary camera at Lake Arrowhead had logged the license plate and photos of the car. Within moments,
the county had an accurate description, the number of occupants, and even its direction of travel, broadcasting that information out to authorities in the area.
Just a couple miles to the south, Holt Fire Chief Robert Looper viewed the vehicle in his town and notified deputies, who – after a
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New kitchen added at BUMC in name of Susan Hageman
by jim bonebrake leader reporterThe family of a beloved woman who passed away far too soon has honored her memory in a way that will benefit the community for decades to come.
On April 1, 2021, Susan Lynn Hageman left her earthly body and went to be with her Heavenly Father.
She was married to Bruce Hageman, and was the mother to Nicole, Amanda, and Sara. She and Bruce were active members in the Broadway United Methodist Church in Plattsburg.
Everyone who knew Sue knew that she loved to cook, especially for her family but also, just to see the smiles on those who en-
Plattsburg Rings in the Season
joyed her talent in the kitchen. She instinctively knew that food brings all people together.
As a way to honor Sue and to keep her spirit alive in their minds and hearts, Bruce and his daughters decided to start a memorial to her. The memorial fund they set up was to be used
Park set for its Grand Opening
Clinton County Like Dew!”
It was another magical Community Christmas for the community of Plattsburg this past weekend, as the annual event marked the beginning of the Christmas season.
The new all-abilities playground at Lathrop’s downtown city park will be opened this Saturday as part of the town’s annual Christmas celebration on Oak Street.
Tom Mallen tells Plattsburg students to aim for the stars
On Wednesday, November 21, Plattsburg High School (1982) Alumni Thomas Mallen spoke to middle and high school stu-
dents about his involvement in the creation of the recently launched James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), which is part of NASA’s Origins Mission.
Joel Stephens, PHS
License Plate Readers,
brief struggle – were able to apprehend the suspect.
The camera at Lake Arrowhead is one of three automated license plate readers currently deployed by the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department, with the other two impressively mounted to deputy vehicles. The cameras are able to quickly read the license plates of passing vehicles, check that information against flagged plates –those associated with stolen vehicles, warrants, Amber Alerts or Silver Alerts – and relay that information to the deputy.
technology teacher, worked with Steve Tinnen to organize Mallen’s visit. Stephens explained it is important for students to understand that Mallen “walked the same halls that they are in today,
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information on the plates that it reads for a time, creating a database that can allow authorities to pinpoint a pattern of suspected criminal activity.
“If we have a burglary, who knows?” said Sheriff Larry Fish. “The deputy may have driven by that house, didn’t know the house was being broken into, and now we can go back and look and say, ‘Here’s a vehicle that didn’t belong to them.’ Now we have a suspect. Now we can start following things.”
The cameras and the technological infrastructure for the program cost Clin-
ton County approximately $78,000 in up-front expenses, approved by the county commission by using funds from the American Recovery Plan Act. Sheriff Fish estimates that the annual operational cost of the program will come in at around $1,000.
The reader could be a long-overdue game-changer at Lake Arrowhead. Though Clinton County is comprised of over 400 square-miles of land and features one of the longest interstates in the nation, Lake Arrowhead – a 2,000-lot private community just south of Lathrop – his-
and by setting lofty goals and pursuing them relentlessly, he has left his legacy.”
While Mallen was a student at PHS, he attended the technical school in ExcelsiorSprings for electronics for vocational training. He set the pole vaulting record at PHS, which still stands today. Following graduation, he attended the Missouri Institute of Technology, now
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known as DeVry Institute of Technology. He earned a diploma in electronics technology and, at 19 years old, he became a field engineer with Bell and Howell in Cal-
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torically accounts for more than half of all calls for service to the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department.
In recent years, county officials have been debating ways to dispossess Lake Arrowhead from the criminal element that has come to define its reputation.
“We have taken a hard stance with Lake Arrowhead to try to help clean it up, try to help drive out crime,” said Sheriff Fish. “This is one of the tools in the toolbox we’ve decided to use.”
The county’s program is tied into other systems like it, including those in the
Kansas City metro, to make information sharing fast and simple. As of now, Clinton County is the first county in the state with a program sharing with the Missouri State Highway Patrol and associated entities.
Sheriff Fish said if the program works well, the county could invest in more units, perhaps adding readers on Interstate 35. He added that the county’s technological infrastructure is broad enough to be used by the county’s municipal law agencies, should they invest in readers.
Sheriff Fish also not-
ed that the county’s data server is in-house and controlled locally, so they can keep information from being shared when it isn’t merited.
He said he’s no fan of “Big Brother,” himself, but underscored that the readers are collecting public information that can help solve crimes.
“We’re not here to risk anybody’s privacy,” he said. “You have to have a lawful reason to be searching within that system. After so long, (data) will drop off from the retention side of it.”
to provide a new, improved kitchen at Broadway United Methodist Church so the church family could prepare meals for the less fortunate in the community. Those meals will also be open to anyone who wishes to participate in a good meal and the fellowship that comes from sharing food with others.
Bruce talked with the Pastor of Broadway, Cassie O’Brian Graham, as well as the church board, and all were supportive of the idea.
Bruce put out the word and to his amazement, donations started to roll in. In just a little over nine months, the donations had reached far beyond his wildest dreamsnearly $50,000. The donations came from near and far. People from the community donated, as did those from foreign countries where Bruce had traveled for his work. They even received donations from some whom the family
had never met – a tribute to the goodness of humanity.
“I was amazed,” Bruce said. “There were dollars coming in from people I didn’t know, had never heard of. It was unbelievable! There were others that heard of the idea and asked if they could make contributions for passed loved ones, as well, and did.”
Construction of the new kitchen started in June of 2022. The first chore was to take out the old, and members of the church pitched in to accomplish this. Then construction on the new and improved kitchen started, with its completion coming in November 2022.
The new kitchen sports a large gas stove with 10 stove-top burners and two ovens. It isn’t commercial but still mammoth. There is also a commercial-style dishwasher, a couple of stainless-steel sinks, an ice machine, refurbished
cabinets, counter space for preparation, and a large open space for people to move around easily and prepare hot, full-course meals. The kitchen also has two freezers and one refrigerator.
The freezers have been put to good use, providing extra space for frozen foods that come in as donations for the Plattsburg Food Pantry.
A committee is currently working on plans for the first community dinner, which Bruce hopes will be held in January. They are inviting leaders in the Plattsburg municipal and school communities to attend to ensure all are aware of the church’s intention with this beautiful new asset. The meal will be offered free of charge. A specific date will be announced after the first of the year.
“This was an answer from Heaven, with angels and heroes
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als, they would not have the functional space they now enjoy. Bruce said they will forever be a part of the project. He also said many church members contributed time and effort on the project, along with the church’s board, kitchen committee and Pastor Graham. (816) 782-7400 gopper tfb.com
Community Christmas Events in Lathrop, Gower, more
The community of Lathrop will welcome the Christmas season with its third annual Christmas Wonderland presented by Middle Road Productions. But the event has taken on extra excitement for the children of Lathrop.
The City of Lathrop is ready for the grand opening of the brand new, all-abilities playground at Burns Memorial Park in downtown Lathrop. The massive, 10,000-square-foot playground was made possible through the hard work of the Friends of Lathrop City Park, major contributions from the Goppert Foundation and Clinton County Senate Bill 40, and numerous donations from families throughout the community.
The grand opening will be at 4 p.m., followed by a visit from Santa in the park until 6 p.m.
From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.,
there will be plenty of activities for residents of all ages downtown, including a petting zoo, chili cook-off, reindeer food, cookie decorating, Christmas stories, a bake sale, train and tram rides, the Hall of Trees at the Baptist church, and Christmas cards for veterans.
There will also be numerous vendors, food trucks, wine tastings and a photo booth until 9 p.m.
The Musical Mules will perform at 5 p.m. and the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting will be at 7 p.m., followed immediately by the lighted parade.
The Gower Area Chamber of Commerce will be host its annual Christmas in the Park celebration on Sunday, December 11, at Gower City Park downtown beginning at 5 p.m. The chamber will announce the Gower Person of the Year and draw winners for the Shop Local
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ifornia. His love of building circuits and lab work led him to a job with the aerospace and defense company Northrup Grumman as an engineer. In 2017, NASA chose Mallen to work on the JWST project.
During his presentation, Mallen explained the different parts and functions of the telescope and his involvement in the development of the JWST. He showed several of the photos the telescope has taken while in space, which are higher quality than those the Hubble Space Telescope captured. He stressed that his involvement in this NASA program began with a passion to do things, and that students need to take advantage of the opportunities presented to them at PHS.
Mallen discussed five keys to his personal success: faith, passion, persistence, perseverance, and asking for help. He stated that a lot of these things are easily lost in life, and the best thing you can end up doing is something that you love. He added, “If you stick it out, it could turn into opportunity.”
Stephens hopes students recognize that there are many roads to success other than the traditional four-year college degree.
Stephens added, “As more and more JWST discoveries are revealed, I hope students will reflect back with pride that one of their fellow PHS students has helped redefine our understanding of the universe.”
Campaign. Santa will be there for a visit, there will be carriage rides, and hot cocoa will be available.
The Plattsburg Ministerial Alliance will host a Christmas Church Open House on Saturday, December 10, from noon to 3 p.m. Churches participating include Broadway United Methodist Church, Bread of Life, First Baptist Church, First Christian Church, First Presbyterian Church, and St. Ann Catholic Church. There will also be Christmas carols and refreshments at the Plattsburg High School PAC from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The Hartzell Family will keep their annual tradition going Saturday, December 10, when they host their 12th Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive. The drive will last from 8 a.m. until donations stop. Toys must be new and unwrapped. There will be a chili lunch for a free
will donation. The drop-off location is Hartzell and Sons at 1103 W. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.
The 31st Annual Edgerton Christian Church Christmas Bazaar will be Friday and Saturday, December 9 and 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The bazaar will feature
gift items, crafts and baked goods.
The Canto Chorale Choir, directed by Darrell Willson, Edgerton, will perform the cantata “Night of the Father’s Love,” twice this Christmas season: Saturday, December 17, 3 p.m., First Baptist Church, 17385
Hwy. 371, Platte City, Mo.; Sunday, December 18, 3 p.m., Conception Abbey, 37174 State Hwy. VV, Conception, Mo. Canto Chorale is a select group of 45 adult vocalists/musicians performing for the Christmas and Easter seasons.
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Resident input needed in effort to make bridge useful
saw a price tag of anywhere from $60,000 to $100,000 to make the bridge serviceable. It was determined that this wasn’t a good use of the Plattsburg tax money, which could be more useful to park projects.
soccer was on the rise. Grafton Park had been previously used for soccer, but water had damaged the grass and the field was unplayable.
“The first step in solving a problem is to recognize that it does exist.” Zig Ziglar, famous motivational speaker/ trainer.
We’ve all heard the story of “free to a good home.” Usually there is a reason for such a perceived bargain. We know that free really doesn’t mean free.
So, the bargain of what the old timers in Plattsburg identify as the Springtown Bridge has become an expensive eye sore as it rests in Perkins Park. Pessimists would claim it’s a bridge to nowhere, while the optimist would see it as a means for safe passage from Perkins Park to Grafton Park.
Josh Walker of Plattsburg recognized it as an eyesore as he made his daily trip from his home past Perkins Park to his job as the branch manager at the Bank of Plattsburg - one that he got tired of seeing and decided to do something about it.
Well, city officials had previously considered doing something about it, until people with the purse strings on the Park Board and the City of Plattsburg
The price tag didn’t stop Mr. Walker from putting his money where his intentions lie, and he started working with former City Manager Greg Harris last November. He retained an architectural firm to study the bridge’s condition and develop a plan of how to make it usable. Harris contacted the Army Corps of Engineers at Smithville Lake since Perkins Park is Corps land leased to the City of Plattsburg.
Mr. Harris received a letter from the Corps approving the plan proposed by Mr. Walker. In January of this year, there was a change in the City Administrator’s position, but that did not stop Walker from coming to the Plattsburg Park Board meeting in March 2022.
Walker’s desire to get something done with the perceived albatross found fertile ground when Ryan Curtis was sitting in the meeting that night. Mr. Curtis, the president of the Plattsburg Soccer Club, was there to talk about the need for additional soccer field space. The number of youngsters wanting to play
Something had to be done with the field at Grafton Park and something had to be done with the bridge that connects Perkins Park over the Horse Fork Creek.
Mr. Walker knew of a local farmer, David Jones, that had volunteered his expertise with his equipment to solve the drainage problem. Mr. Jones did so at his own expense. New grass was planted, Justin Hartzell, Plattsburg Public Works Director, worked his magic, and now the field has grass and will be usable this spring.
It just so happens that Mr. Curtis works for an engineering company that works on trail grants. He said that he thought this project could be one that had a good chance for an 80-20 matching grant. This suddenly made the bridge project affordable.
Since March, the Plattsburg Park Board has joined with Walker and Curtis with the goal of applying for the grant. New City Administrator Chase Waggoner has hit the ground running and is on board with the extra effort needed to apply for the grant.
The next step in the grant process is going to require
the good citizens of Plattsburg to show their support. The Park Board is hosting a public informational meeting on Thursday, December 15, at the Plattsburg Middle School Library from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. If the grant is to be approved, the Park Board needs input from the citizens. The larger the crowd, the better chance of getting the grant.
So mark you calendars and take a few minutes out of your day to learn how the eyesore bridge to nowhere will become a functional, safe way for youngsters to travel between Perkins Park and Grafton Park.
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Trivia question: What vocal technique does “The Andy Griffith Show” theme song feature? A. Humming B. Scatting C. Whistling D. Yodeling (locate answer nearby).
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Some more smiles courtesy of Jim Nicholson, Honolulu, Hawaii (thankfully not the Big Island).
Finally, my winter fat is gone, now I have spring rolls.
My wife came home from Walmart complaining about the cashier being a royal pain in the backside. I asked her if she was at the self-checkout, and that’s when the fight started.
Are we living in a time where intelligent people are being silenced so that stupid people won’t be offended?
For our cattle ranchers...
I recently spent $16,500 on this registered Black Angus bull. I put him out with the herd, but he just ate grass and wouldn’t even look at a cow. I was beginning to think I had paid more for that bull than he was worth.
Anyway, I had the Vet come and look at him. He said, the bull was very healthy, but possibly just a little young, so he gave me some pills to feed him once per day. The bull started to service the cows within two days – all my cows! He even broke through the fence and bred with all my neighbor’s cows! He’s like a machine!
I don’t know what was in the pills the vet gave him, but they kind of taste like peppermint. (Trivia answer: C. Whistling. The theme song for The Andy
Griffith Show is instantly recognizable, even decades after the show ended. The Andy Griffith Show opens with Andy and Opie walking back from a fishing trip, with Griffith seemingly whistling the theme song. Earle Hagen composed the melody, known as “The Fishin’ Hole,” and decided to whistle the distinct tune. “It took me about 10 minutes to write the tune. I never whistled before in my life and never have since,” Hagen revealed. Hagen remained great friends with Andy Griffith until his death in 2008).
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Food for thought: “A politician needs the ability to foretell what is going to happen tomorrow, next week, next month, and next year. And to have the ability afterwards to explain why it didn’t happen.”
- Sir Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill[a] (30 November 1874 – 24 January 1965) was a British statesman, soldier, and writer who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice, from 1940 to 1945 during the Second World War, and again from 1951 to 1955.
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Talk to you next week! Steve Tinnen stevetinnen@yahoo.com
Hegeman prepares for the next step after service in Jeff City
While the Missouri General Assembly normally conducts its work from January through May during the course of the regular legislative session, lawmakers did spend some extra time in the Capital City this year because of an extra legislative session. This particular session was rather short, and we completed it during the summer. Since then, I have
been talking with people in the great northwest part of our state and continuing to get the pulse of our community, before I retire as a Missouri senator at the end of this year.
By law, the Missouri General Assembly meets from the beginning of January until the middle of May for its regular legislative session. During session, the Legislature spends the bulk of its time discussing legislation
and working on the operating budget for the next fiscal year.
But before this, lawmakers have the ability to pre-file legislation for the upcoming session on Dec. 1, at which point bills are assigned numbers based on a senator’s seniority in the upper chamber. Lawmakers can continue to introduce legislation through the start of the 2023 legislative session, which begins on Jan. 4.
As I mentioned above, I am in the final weeks of my time in the Missouri Senate. After eight years in the General Assembly’s upper chamber, term limits dictate it is time for someone else to come in and serve the people of the great citizens of northwest Missouri. It has been an absolute honor to serve in this position. I hope I have helped to improve life in the Show-Me State for all Missourians during these past
eight years.
Every legislative session is unique and presents its own challenges, but it also gives us an opportunity to work together to improve the lives of all who call our great state home. As I look toward the future, I am excited to see what the next generation of lawmakers can do for our state. As they begin their time in the State Capitol, I pray that the good Lord gives them strength to do what is
right, humility to remember where they came from and a willingness to put others before themselves. If they do this, I truly believe the legislation they pass will move our great state forward.
As always, please feel free to call or email with your ideas or concerns. My Capitol office number is (573) 751-1415, my email is dan. hegeman@senate.mo.gov
Shane M. Wright
Lathrop, Mo.
June 17, 1966 –December 1, 2022
Services: Tuesday, December 6, at First Baptist Church of Lathrop, with Pastor Don-
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Richard H. Mos, Jr.
Richard H. Mos, Jr., 81, died on Nov. 26, 2022, at Saint Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.
which was founded by his father.
Lathrop, Mo.
March 11, 1935
November 29, 2022 Services: Graveside services at 1 p.m. Thursday, December 8, 2022, Lathrop
Neoma E. Lamont ANNIVERSARY
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions suggested to American Cancer Society in care of Stith Funeral Home, Lathrop.
NOTE: Sacks to Mats won’t meet again until January 9, 2023 (the days are changing to Mondays). The group meets at the Tri-County Ambulance building at 6:30 p.m.
Known as Rick to all of his family, friends and business associates, he was articulate, educated and well-read, enjoying the art of study, reflection and conversation. He had a keen sense of humor and thrived on bringing people together. He enjoyed many enduring and often lifelong friendships.
survives him, along with extended family and friends.
Penrods Celebrate 70th
Rick was born to Richard H. Mos (Sr.) and Henry Etta Mos of Kansas City, Mo. on Oct. 16, 1941. Rick and his parents lived in Kansas City until December 1948, when they purchased a home in Platte County, Missouri, where Rick established great friendships and a sense of community that continued throughout his life. He graduated from Park Hill High School (with fond memories of teachers Bill and Barbara Bucker) in 1959, and the University of Missouri in Columbia, where he obtained both his undergraduate degree and in 1965 his law degree. Rick met and married his wife, Doneda J. (Ruth) Mos during their time at the University of Missouri. She
In his final year of law school, Rick was asked to clerk for attorney James Farley in Farley, Mo., and following his graduation, Rick began work as an attorney with the Farley Law Firm. The firm later became the Farley & Mos Law Firm, with Jim and Rick becoming law partners as well as good friends. Jim Farley served as a mentor to Rick in their shared political interests. In September of 1974, Rick left the private practice of law to accept an appointment by Republican Gov. Kit Bond to the bench as Magistrate Judge of Platte County (the Governor’s office wanted no announcement of the appointment of a Democrat, but word got out.) He served as Magistrate until Feb. 1, 1978, when he stepped down from the bench to join the family beer distribution business, High Life Sales Company,
Rick enjoyed people and was never lacking for someone to regale with his endless stories and observations. He particularly enjoyed his weekly lunches with his OFC group, as well as the multitude of movie luncheons he hosted at the Savoy restaurant in downtown Kansas City to discuss movies of interest to him. In addition, Rick was a train enthusiast after being lifted into the cab of a steam locomotive as a child.
Rick also was a history buff and an avid student of politics, spending his time reading, writing and studying about U.S. and Missouri history and politics whenever time would allow. Rick also organized and hosted annual townhall-style luncheons for a number of years, to bring colleagues and friends together with Missouri’s Fifth Congressional District representative, Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II, because he wanted to draw people together to hear first-hand about current events and the politics of Washington, DC.
Rick was a lifelong baseball fan and aficionado. He spent his childhood attending and discussing Athletics and Monarchs games with his father, later
going on to become a Royals enthusiast. This culminated in a love of baseball that gave him many years of enjoyment, whether he was attending games, studying the history of baseball or talking about the changes to baseball’s rules over the years. Friends and family will recall the countless hours spent talking about the designated hitter (which Rick disliked intensely) and its effect on the game of baseball!
We are grateful to the caring staff at Oakridge of Plattsburg, as well as the wonderful staff at both Saint Luke’s Hospital and Saint Luke’s Hospice House.
Rick enjoyed serving as a board member of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. The family requests no flowers but asks rather that donations be made to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, 1616 East 18th Street, Kansas City, Mo., 64108 or to a charity of your choice. Memories of Rick and condolences to the family may be shared at kccremation.com.
In accordance with Rick’s wishes, no services are planned at the present time. A celebration of his life may occur at a later date.
A special thank you to the Plattsburg Chamber of Commerce for selecting me as Plattsburg’s Person of the Year. I feel quite honored, and yes, humbled, to be recognized.
Thank you, too, for those who cheered for me as I rode on a beautiful float on a cold, windy night. It warmed my heart and brought a few tears to my eyes as I heard people clapping and yelling my name. I also appreciated those who congratulated me in person and online.
Another thank you goes to those who made the entire weekend happen. What a wonderful, wonderful celebration. I am so proud of this town and its people.
I love this town I call home.
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It’s officially Christmastime in Plattsburg!
The town celebrated the season with its annual Community Christmas on Friday, December 2, and Saturday, December 3, in downtown Plattsburg - a tradition packed with the mayor’s Christmas tree lighting, the bright parade down Main Street, the Christmas Bazaar and much more!
Justin and Kami Hartzell were deservingly named the Plattsburg Community Christmas Grand Marshals for 2022. For 12 years, their family has held their annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive at Hartzell Construction, carrying on a tradition in the spirit of the late “Rocketman” Jimmy Hartzell and raising both toys and money for kids in need during the
holiday. Justin and Kami have also added the Plattsburg Express – a miniature, motorized passenger train that ferries kids around downtown during the community Christmas. And long after Christmas, the Hartzells keep the skies over Plattsburg bright and colorful during the Fourth of July season, spearheading both the funding and performance
of the annual fireworks show at Perkins Park.
Connie Collins also had a place of honor in the lighted parade Friday, as she was named the 2022 Plattsburg Chamber of Commerce Person of the Year. A retired teacher, Collins dedicated more than 30 years to the education of Plattsburg students in the Clinton County R-III School District. Out-
side of the classroom, she has been a tireless volunteer, helping manage the Clinton County Clothes Closet (4C’s), serving as a board member at the Gathering Place (the Plattsburg Senior Center), delivering Meals on Wheels and volunteering at the Plattsburg Food Pantry, among other efforts.
The lighted parade was once again a smashing suc-
cess. The winner’s included: Judge’s Choice - Plattsburg Masonic Lodge; ThemeGary Deering and Family; Illumination - Darren Parker with the KC Northland Jeepers; Humorous - Lil Mater, GT Tow of Smithville; Motorized Vehicle - Kellam Brigade, David and Christy Kellam and Family.
East Buchanan head coach
Dan Ritter watched on as his second-string offense took the field to finish the last five minutes of the Bulldogs’ 42-0 over Adrian in the Missouri Class 1 State Championship on Saturday, December 3, unaware of what was about to happen next.
Moments later, with a raucous chant of “back-to-back” emanating from the East Buchanan student section, the third-year coach felt the rush of a Gatorade jug full of ice-cold water being poured over his head in celebration of East Buchanan’s second-consecutive state championship.
“I was dumbfounded. I’ve never been ‘iced’ before,” Ritter said, joking that he’s been too
BASKETBALL
Gracie Kelsey signs with Drury Univer.
by brett adkison leader editor
Three years ago, as just a freshman, Gracie Kelsey helped make East Buchanan history when she led the Lady Bulldogs to a state championship in Springfield. Beginning next fall, that’s where she’ll start her college basketball career, too.
Now a senior, Kelsey signed her letter of intent Tuesday, November November 29, at EBHS, to play basketball for NCAA Division II Drury University in Springfield, Mo.
“I really like the coaches there and the environment that they make,” Kelsey said of her decision. “They are very hard coaches – they expect you to be at your best all the time, and that was really something that I was looking for and that I wanted. I always want someone to be able to push me, and there, they can. Academically, they have a really good biology program and that’s what I want to go into. I really like the professors there and the campus is beautiful.”
A member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference, Drury is currently 7-1 on the season and ranked in the top
10 in the nation.
Kelsey burst onto the Missouri basketball scene as just a freshman in 20192020, possessing a combination of height and versatility rarely seen in high school, let alone at a small school. She
BASKETBALL
KCI Conf. tourney kicks off in Weston
The KCI Conference Basketball Tournament is in full swing in Weston, marking the true start to the winter sports season.
On the boys side, rivals are set to clash in the semifinals later this week. Second-seeded Plattsburg dispatched seventh-seeded
North Platte in the opening round Tuesday, 66-35, while third-seeded Lathrop downed sixth-seeded Lawson, 55-45. The Tigers and Mules will face-off Thursday, with the winner earning a spot in Saturday’s championship game. The East Buchanan boys fell in their tournament opener to West Platte and are in the
consolation bracket.
On the girls side, top-seeded East Buchanan breezed past Hamilton 5615 on Monday to advance to the semifinals, where they’ll play rival Mid-Buchanan. Lathrop, seeded second, defeated Plattsburg 45-28 to advance to the other semifinal. They’ll play third-seeded North Platte
Thursday for a spot in the title game.
For more on the conference tournament, check back in next week’s edition of The Leader.
Last year, the East Buchanan Lady Bulldogs basketball team had to overcome early-season injuries before they hit full steam.
Gracie Kelsey signs with Drury,
joined an already-talented starting line-up at East Buchanan and helped the Lady Bulldogs to a 29-3 record and the 2020 Missouri Class 2 State Championship (held at JQH Arena in Springfield that March, it was one of the last high school athletic contests held before the COVID-19 shutdown).
A year later, Kelsey faced a major hurdle when an injury put her on the sidelines for her entire sophomore campaign. That did little to dampen her commitment to the team.
Last winter, she returned to the line-up and helped the Lady Bulldogs back to the state playoffs, winning a district championship before advancing all of the way to the state quarterfinals (they were eliminated by the eventual Class 3 state
champion, El Dorado).
In just two seasons of playing time, the senior ranks 10th in school history with 1,169 points and fifth with 684 rebounds. She’s a two-time All-State, All-Conference and All-District honoree.
For all of her accolades, perhaps the only thing more impressive than her athletic ability is her leadership and work ethic.
“We are incredibly proud of Gracie and the impact she has had on our program over the past four years,” said East Buchanan head coach Cori Elms. “Any time you have a player of her caliber, along with her ability to be a good teammate and strong leader, it is a joy as a coach. She has always been a great competitor while working diligent-
ly to improve herself and our team. When you have someone like Gracie, it challenges you as a coach and a teammate while providing you with opportunities to be creative.
“It will be exciting to cheer her on at the next level as a college player. We are looking forward to watching her grow as a player at Drury.”
“They’ve been awesome supporters,” Kelsey said of the East Buchanan community. “Through my sophomore, year they supported me on the bench. They always kept me positive, and then throughout all my years here, they’ve always been the people that have told me I can make it and I can go somewhere. They’re just a really good community.”
This season, they’ve hit the ground running, winning their first three games.
That began with a convincing 42-19 victory against Trenton on Tuesday, November 22. Senior Gracie Kelsey led the team with 15 points, eight rebounds and six steals. Senior Kinzie Woodside added 10 points with four steals.
A week later, the Lady Bulldogs won their first home game of the year 4527 against MEC foe Cam-
eron. Kelsey hit the double-double with 20 points and 14 rebounds. Hilarry Elifrits added 16 points, Woodside had nine assists and Brooklyn Johnson added seven rebounds.
The Lady Bulldogs hosted St. Pius on December 1 and earned a massive victory over the visiting powerhouse, 45-39. Kelsey took over the contest, pouring in 31 points with 21 rebounds. Angelina Engnes scored seven points and Elifrits
raked in six boards.
The Plattsburg Tigers boys basketball team is also off to a fast start, scoring a pair of wins ahead of the KCI tournament. The Tigers traveled to Kansas City on November 30 and knocked off big school Central, 6661. Isaia Howard led the team with 31 points, 10 rebounds, six assists and four blocks. Luke Schroeder scored 12 points and Jackson Lewis scored 11 points. James Braddy added nine points with eight assists.
Plattsburg then hosted Cameron on Thursday, December 1, using a stifling defense to beat the Dragons 53-11. Howard scored 18 points with 17 boards, four assists and six steals. Braddy added 13 points and Schroeder scored 10 points.
The Lathrop Lady Mules have bounced back from an early-season loss to undefeated LeBlond to win three-straight games, including victories over Lexington, Lafayette County and then Plattsburg in the KCI tournament.
Against Lafayette County, Keylie Beane led the team with 14 points and Kaitlyn Morgan scored 10 points. Avery Clay added eight points and both Audrey Davis and Alayna Williams scored five points.
Before earning their first win in the KCI tournament, the Lathrop Mules boys basketball team suffered a pair of losses against tough competition, Lexington 7260 and Lafayette County 54-16. Against Lexington, Brendan Fine led the team with 24 points, while Matt Miller had 12 points and 10 rebounds and Ethan Noll added seven points. Against Lafayette County, Jared Wright scored six points and Ethan Noll scored five points.
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 C361dtf
Buying standing walnut, oak & cottonwood timber. Cash or on shares. Call Mike at 816-248-3091
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Kingsville Livestock Auction. Located 45 miles SE of Kansas City, MO. On 58 Hwy. East of Modern. 816.597.3331. www.kingsvillelivestock.com fwda
Tina Livestock Market. 435 W 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682. Call
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Osborn Livestock Auction located 7 miles West of Cameron on Hwy 36, Osborn, MO. Sale every Wednesday at 10AM. 816-6752424 fwda
Summers Crop Services, LLC in Lathrop. Fertilizer & lime applications. Call Curtis Summers for a free quote. 816564-7116, fwda
FOR RENT
Studio apartment upstairs, clean, furnished, with utilities paid. Phone 660359-6358.
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. Sdtf
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HOME FOR SALE$69,500 4 bed 1 bath garage & storage area. 2 story corner lot. 721 West 4th Street, Cameron, MO 816-724-0777.
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JAMESPORT LUMBER - Full Service Lumberyard. We also sell Trusses/metal/ rebar/concrete blocks. New Hardware Department • Gift Certificates and Delivery Available • Free Estimates. 32089 St. Hwy 6, Jamesport, 660-684-
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PUBLIC NOTICES
Because The People Must Know
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI In re: MELISA DAWN MAHON, Petitioner. Case No. 22CN-DR00092
NOTICE OF CHANGE OF NAME TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Notice is hereby given that a Judgment was entered on the 18th day of November, 2022, in the Circuit Court of Clinton County, State of Missouri, changing the name of Melisa Dawn Mahon to Lylli Annah Butler.
/s/ Drew F. Davis, Attorney for Petitioner
Date of first publication: 11/24/2022 (11/24/2022, 12/01/2022, 12/08/2022)
Notice of Filing dates for April 2023 Election
There is one (1) vacancy for the office of Road Commissioner of the Plattsburg Special Road District to be filled in the General Municipal Election to be held on April 4, 2023. The term of office is three (3) years. Declarations of candidacy for a vacancy may be filed at the Plattsburg Special Road District’s office, 1101 W Plotsky Ave, Plattsburg, MO 64477 commencing at 8:00 a.m. on December 6, 2022 and ending at 4:30 p.m. on December 27, 2022, during regular business hours which are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday except holidays. You may also call (816) 539-2288 to make arrangements.
Plattsburg Special Road District George Hoover, President (12/8)
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Mark L. Alvord, a married person, dated December 6, 2019, recorded on December 11, 2019, as Instrument No. 201903559, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Clinton County, Missouri. The undersigned Successor Trustee, between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, will on January 3, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the West Front Door of the Clinton County Courthouse, 207 North Main, Plattsburg, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash (certified funds only) the following real estate:
Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot Three (3) in Block One (1), Plattsburg Land and Building Association Addition To The City Of Plattsburg, Clinton County, Missouri; Thence Along The West line of said lot North 00 degrees 01 minutes 34 seconds East, 87.70 feet; thence South 89 degrees 48 Minutes 38 Seconds East 96.33 feet to the East Line Of Said Lot; Thence Along Said Line South 00 degrees 01 minutes 34 seconds West, 87.70 feet to the Southeast corner of said lot; thence along the South line of said lot North 89 degrees 48 minutes 38 seconds West, 96.33 feet to the Point of Beginning.
Also
The South One Foot of the following described tract of land: All that part of Lot Three (3) in Block One (1) of the Plattsburg Land and Building Association Addition to the City of Plattsburg, Clinton County, Missouri described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot Three (3) in Block One (1), Plattsburg Land and Building Association Addition to the City of Plattsburg, Clinton County, Missouri; thence along the West Line Of Said Lot North 00 Degrees 01 Minutes 34 Seconds East, 87.70 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing along said line North 00 degrees, 01 minutes 34 seconds East, 62.30 feet to the Northwest corner of said lot 96.33 feet to the Northeast corner of said lot; Thence Along The East Line Of Said Lot South 00 Degrees 01 Minutes 34 Seconds West, 62.30 feet; thence North 89 degrees 48 minutes 38 seconds West, 96.33 feet to the point of beginning.
to satisfy said debt and costs.
Marinosci Law Group of Missouri, P.C., Successor Trustee, (816) 287-0800, may be deemed to be a debt collector and, if so, is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction.
Marinosci Law Group of Missouri, P.C. Successor Trustee (816) 287-0800
(12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/29)
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PLATTSBURG CITY ELECTION
Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 79.030, Revised Statutes of Missouri, I hereby give notice that the general election for the City of Plattsburg will be held on Tuesday April 4, 2023, for the purpose of electing the following officials:
Two Year Term- Alderman-First Ward
Two Year Term- Alderman-Second Ward
Two Year Term- Alderman-Third Ward
The first day for Filing is December 6, 2022, and the closing date for filing for the above offices is December 27, 2022 at 5:00 PM at City Hall.
Candidates may file at City Hall Monday thru Friday from 8am – 5pm. City Hall will be closed December 23rd & 26th for Christmas.
The polls for the election will be open between the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M.
Lisa Read City Clerk (12/8, 12/15)
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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 C361dtf
Buying standing walnut, oak & cottonwood timber. Cash or on shares. Call Mike at 816-248-3091
CRP/Pasture Clearing All types of Skid Loader Work. Call Gabe Buzzard, Tren-
ton, MO. 816-6783918 Bdtf
*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-3582682 L905tf
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
Tina Livestock Market. 435 W 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682. Call 660-622-4214. www.tinalivestockmarket.com fwda
FOR RENT
Studio apartment upstairs, clean, furnished, with utilities paid. Phone 660359-6358.
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. Sdtf
FOR SALE
Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-2891935 or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different" Tdtf
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EMPLOYMENT
CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience. Tdtf
WANTED!! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks. Highest prices paid! You Call - We Come Get It! FRONTIER AUTO & TRUCK PARTS (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage) 145 Hwy. W., Trenton, 3593888. Tdtf
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OF FILING
DATES
FOR GENERAL MUNICIPAL APRIL 4, 2023 ELECTION
Declarations of candidacy for the position of Director Subdistrict No. 1 of PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI may be filed at the office of the District at 204 S. 169 HIGHWAY TRIMBLE MO commencing at 8:00a.m. on December 6, 2022, and ending at 5:00p.m. on December 27, 2022, during regular business hours, which are Wednesdays, 9:00a.m. to 6:00p.m., or by appointment.
Missy Heilman, Clerk, Public Water Supply District No. 1 of Clinton County, MO (12/1, 12/8)
Osborn Livestock Auction located 7 miles West of Cameron on Hwy 36, Osborn, MO. Sale every Wednesday at 10AM. 816-6752424 fwda
Summers Crop Services, LLC in Lathrop. Fertilizer & lime applications. Call Curtis Summers for a free quote. 816564-7116, fwda
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
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
NOTICES
THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP 1736 East 9th St. 359-3313.
Carquest Auto Parts T & L Auto Supply, Inc., 1823 East 9th, Trenton, 359-2268, tlautosupply.com Monday-Friday, 7-5, Saturday, 7:30-12.
IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge or Division: PROBATE
In the Estate of JUDITH ANN WILSON, Deceased.
Case Number: 22CN-PR00069
Notice of Grant of Letters of Administration With Will Annexed (Independent Administration)
To All Persons Interested in the Estate of JUDITH ANN WILSON, Decedent:
On NOVEMBER 14, 2022, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individuals was appointed the personal representative of the estate of JUDITH ANN WILSON, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri. The personal representative’s business address is:
GREGORY WILSON, 202 KEITH DRIVE, KANSAS CITY, MO 64163
The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is:
JENNIFER SNIDER, PO BOX 1517, 2300 HIGGINS ROAD, PLATTE CITY, MO 64079, 816-858-2750
The personal representative may administer the estate independently without adjudication, order, or direction of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless a petition for supervised administration is made to and granted by the court.
All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such sixmonth period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent's death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent's liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo.
Date of the decedent's death: 03-JUL-2022
Date of first publication: 17-NOV-2022
SUSAN
A. DAVIS, Interim Circuit Clerk By: R EadsReceipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person's interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court. (11/17, 11/24, 12/1 12/8)
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City Of Trimble Election Notice:
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In accordance with Missouri Statutes 115.127.5 RSMO, Notice is hereby given that a Municipal Election will be held for the City of Trimble, Missouri on Tuesday April 4, 2023, from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm for the purpose of electing the following officials.
Alderman Ward 1 – Two-year term Alderman Ward 2 - 2 Two-year term Mayor – Two-year term
Qualified candidates may file with the City Clerk at 101 S. Fourth St during regular business hours beginning December 6th, 2022, through December 27th, 2022.
Melanie Cherven City Clerk 816-357-2228
PUBLIC NOTICE
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(12/1, 12/8)
Plattsburg Fire Protection District will hold an election Tuesday, April 4, 2023 to elect two board members for a 6 year term and one board member for a 2 year term. The candidate shall be a voter of the district at least 2 years prior to election and be over 25 years of age.
All candidates shall file with the Plattsburg Fire District secretary, Cindy Anderson, at the district office 105 Bush St, Plattsburg, MO. Call 816-539-3412 to set up an appointment.
The first date of candidate filing will be December 6, 2022 at 8a.m. and the last date will be December 27, 2022 at 5p.m.
Plattsburg Fire Protection District Board Cindy Anderson, Secretary (12/1, 12/8)
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East Buchanan wins state championship,
elusive until now. “And they got me. It was refreshing.”
This victory, the Bulldogs’ 14th of the season, capped off a dominant postseason run for East Buchanan and etched their name in the record books. East Buchanan became the first team in Missouri Class 1 to repeat as champions since Valle Catholic’s three-peat from 2013 to 2015.
“As a program, we are pumped,” Ritter said. “Winning back-to-back state championships is something very few schools have been able to do. We are now in the conversation when talking about great teams like 20072008 Orrick, 2009-2010 Penney, and 2013-2015 Valle Catholic. As a student of history, I think that is really cool.”
The game got off to a slow start for East Buchanan, with their first possession ending in an interception followed by a midfield punt on their second.
It was during East Buchanan’s third possession that the spark for the blowout was ignited when junior Trevor Klein broke through the Adrian defense for a 42yard touchdown run. The long run pushed the 2021 Missouri Class 1 Offensive Player of the Year over the 2,000-yard rushing mark for the season.
On Adrian’s next possession, Klein showed he was a dynamic defensive player as well, leaping up to intercept the Blackhawks’ pass – one of three intercep-
tions by the Bulldog defense on the day.
With momentum starting to build, East Buchanan extended the lead early in the second quarter on a fourth and goal conversion from the Adrian two-yardline for Klein’s second score of the game. The offensive line’s surge allowed Klein to score with relative ease.
“Offensive linemen never get the glory they deserve,” Ritter said. “Nick Klein, Barrett Veatch, Tucker Musser, Corbin Allen, and Ethan Bailey blasted big holes all day, controlled the line of scrimmage and kept the pocket clean for Gage to throw for over 300 yards. What a great showing.”
Before the first half ended, East Buchanan scored two more times. Sophomore quarterback Gage Busby connected with junior Aidan Hensley on a 35-yard touchdown pass before Klein reached the end zone for the third time on a two-yard touchdown run.
With a big lead at the break and just 24 minutes away from a second state title, Coach Ritter could feel his team wasn’t going to get complacent in the second half.
“In the locker room, we just did what we always do –figure out what went wrong and make corrections,” Ritter said. “It may have been a little more loose than usual, but that’s when we are at our best – loose but focused.”
The third quarter began
much like the second quarter ended, with Klein scoring a touchdown. This time he caught a pass from Busby before taking it to the house 42 yards for the score. In total, Klein finished with 132 rushing yards on 18 carries, 60 yards receiving on two catches, and he scored four times.
Gage Busby and senior Adamstephen Engnes capped off the Bulldog scoring barrage with an electric 81-yard touchdown pass. Engnes caught the pass on the sidelines, made one defender miss and was off to the races for the game’s final score.
On the biggest stage of the season, Busby had arguably his finest performance, completing 14 of 19 passes for 312 yards and three touchdowns.
“I think Gage is really taking the next step and is about to cross into an elite category,” Ritter said. “He’s 6’5”, intelligent, and has athleticism to top it off. He wants to play college baseball, but people are going to start calling about football pretty soon.”
Engnes led the team in receiving with four catches for 143 yards and one score. Aidan Hensley hauled in four catches for 57 yards with one touchdown, and senior Carson White ended his East Buchanan career with a two catch, 35-yard performance.
While the offense was clicking on all cylinders, East Buchanan’s defense
Fall Postseason Honors
2022 KCI ALL-CONF. Volleyball
First Team:
Kinzie Woodside, East Buchanan (Unanimous); Mallie Lieffring, Mid-Buchanan (Unanimous); Arianna Nower, West Platte (Unanimous); Anna Harrold, Lawson (Unanimous); Maya Watkins, East Buchanan; Libby Vandel, West Platte; Kira Phipps, Lawson; Avery Patton, Lathrop.
Second Team: Kylie Clark, East Buchanan; Holly Caylor, East Buchanan; Hailey Clark, Mid-Buchanan; Maddison McMillan, West Platte; Audrey Trout, Lawson; Rylan Cress, Lawson; Ginevra Girardo, Lathrop.
Honorable Mention: Kylee Sipes, North Platte; Jordan Thornton, Mid-Buchanan; Lexi Ferguson, Mid-Buchanan; Ahlanna Rutherford, West Platte; Avery Holmes, West Platte; Evie Caresia, Lawson; Mary Moore, Lawson; Lily Dietrich, Lathrop.
2022 All-District Volleyball Class 2, District 16
First Team
Kinzie Woodside, East Buchanan; Maya Watkins, East Buchanan; Avery Patton, Lathrop; Sadie Ward, LeBlond; Madie Sego, LeBlond; Libby Vandel, West Platte; Arianna Nower, West Platte.
Second Team Mallie Lieffring, Mid-Buchanan; Hailey Clark, Mid-Buchanan; Maddison McMilan, West Platte; Rilyn Conard, LeBlond; Abbey Conz, LeBlond; Holly Caylor, East Buchanan; Ginevra Girardo, Lathrop.
Honorable Mention Kylie Clark, East Buchanan.
Class 1, District 15
Second Team: Grace Marsh, Plattsburg
2022 All-District Softball Class 2, District 7
Pitchers: Emma Lisenbee, Mid-Buchanan; Emily VanNatta, West Platte; Kayla Beam, LeBlond; Kate Wolf, North Platte.
Catchers: Carly Hinton, North Platte; Caidyn Bentz, Plattsburg; McKayla Knight, Lathrop.
Outfielders: Olivia Rogers,
North Platte; Jaylin Burgess, North Platte; Sophie Schmitten, Plattsburg; Taiylor Harrington, Mid-Buchanan.
Infielders: Maddy Conard, Mid-Buchanan; Camryn Kersten, North Platte; Audrey Davis, Lathrop; Lindsay Ramsay, North Platte; Madison Miller, East Buchanan; Julia James, Plattsburg.
Utility Players: Kaitlyn Morgan, Lathrop.
At-Large: Laura Hill, West Platte; Paige Bennett, Mid-Buchanan; Kenedie Summers, North Platte.
2022 All-KCI Conf.
Softball
First Team Lathrop: Kaitlyn Morgan, pitcher; Avery Clay, first base; Audrey Davis, shortstop.
Honorable Mention Lathrop: McKayla Knight, catcher.
Plattsburg: Caidyn Bentz, catcher; Sophie Schmitten, outfielder.
East Buchanan: Hilarry Elifrits, third base; Maddie Miller, first base.
put an emphatic stamp on a dominant postseason run that saw them give up a total of 20 points over six games. East Buchanan held an Adrian offense averaging nearly 40 points a game scoreless and allowed just 136 yards of total offense.
“We had the second-best defense in school history,” Ritter said. “No one will ever top the 1950 Bulldogs, who didn’t allow a single point the entire season. However, I do think our defense this year is comparable, if not equal to, the 1978 East Buchanan team, which only allowed 100 yards of offense per game.”
Leading the defense in their final game in an East Buchanan uniform were seniors Rylee Parker and Ethan Bailey. Parker led the team with seven total tackles while Bailey finished with five tackles and a sack for an eight-yard loss.
In the turnover department, Aidan Hensley hauled in two interceptions while Trevor Klein had one.
With the season coming to a championship close, East Buchanan finishes with an overall record of 14-1.
Along the way, they won an outright KCI Conference Championship for the first time since 2015 and their second state title in a row.
Check back in next week’s Leader for a special section on the state title!