The Leader • 11-28-24 by HoneycuttMedia

LEADER CLINTON COUNTY

Local traffic stop lands on President Biden’s desk

The fallout from a traffic stop in Clinton County last month has made its way to President Joe Biden’s desk, highlighting the difficulties of enforcing deportations of some dangerous

illegal immigrants.

Missouri Sixth District

US Representative Sam Graves penned a letter last week to President Biden requesting answers after a Clinton County traffic stop on October 25 resulted in the detainment of two Ven-

ezuelan nationals—believed to be members of the violent Tren de Aragua gang—for whom US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) had orders to detain and report. However, after the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department detained the

two men, ICE officials contacted the department and informed them that Venezuela had refused to take the men, so they would need to be released.

Graves’ letter was undersigned by seven other members of Missouri’s

JINGLE ALL THE WAY

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EAST BUCHANAN

New middle school building coming along on schedule

During the East Buchanan Board of Education meeting on Monday, November 18, there was a short update regarding the new middle school building project, and the board voted against opting into a program to provide information in-district about

organ donation. All those involved in this discussion voiced support for the organ donation program, but there were concerns about whether it should be done in a school setting, and whether doing so would appear to be the district supporting the idea. There was also concern related to how this program

would be shown and the method to do so since the information seemed to be somewhat vague in that area. After much discussion, which lasted approximately 20 minutes, the board voted in split fashion against participating in the program; three voted in fa-

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congressional delegation (Graves’s weekly column on this matter can be found on page A4).

Clinton County Sheriff Larry Fish said that a county deputy initiated the October 25 traffic stop just south of the Lathrop exit on

Unlike many surrounding communities, Clinton County doesn’t have its own tax-funded library. One community organization aims to change that in the near future.

The Clinton County Initiative (CCI)—a local community leadership and betterment group through Maximize Northwest Missouri— has laid the groundwork for the effort. Two years ago, CCI held community forums and sent out surveys to each Clinton County resident, asking a multitude of questions. Many of the respondents prioritized a community library, while also citing internet access, business

and job growth, and innovation opportunities. CCI went on to apply for, and receive, a grant from the USDA to study the feasibility of a library and innovation center in Clinton County that can address those goals.

For some, the thought of a library in the age of technology might seem passe, but modern libraries are much more than physical books, serving a multitude of purposes for the community.

“Library usage is up, with the growth of digital collections leading the way,” said CCI President Joe Gagnon. “The recommendation from CCI’s USDA-

Christmas events coming up around Clinton County

Thanksgiving has come and gone, and the Christmas season is officially in full swing throughout Clinton County. That includes a number of traditional Christmas events in the area.

The 14th Annual Plattsburg Community Christmas will be Friday, Dec. 6, and

Saturday, Dec. 7, in downtown Plattsburg. Friday’s festivities will start with train rides from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (in front of the courtyard), games and more from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Locust Street), Kids’ Holiday Small Mall from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Club Pulse), and a visit from Santa at 6:15 p.m. at The Backyard. The

Steve Tinnen looks back at the JFK assassination through the memories of those who lived it.

Forever Christmas Bazaar, Sweet Shoppe and Cafe Noel will be from 5 p.m. to 8 :30 p.m. There will also be crafts and photos with Mrs. Claus from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Tinnen Town Hall, coinciding with the Festival of Trees, which will run throughout the month. The main event

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Communities throughout Clinton County are gearing up for coming Christmas events. That includes Plattsburg, where Keith and Kari Stayton and family (right) were busy Sunday decorating the Pocket Park in anticipation of the Plattsburg Community Christmas on Friday, December 6. The Beadles family

The Lathrop Police Department recently received a major facelift, as well as some functional improvements. A new roof was installed and plumbing issues were fixed. The old carpet is gone, replaced with hard-surface flooring that looks better, holds up stronger and is easier to clean. The kitchen was remodeled and the department was repainted throughout with a Thin Blue Line motif. The city also updated the department’s computer system, including wireless throughout the building. “It was very tenuous at first,” said Lathrop Police Chief Dave Speiser. “It was a project that took a little bit longer than we expected, but the contractor came in here, worked very hard and did a nice job. We’re very pleased with it. My guys like it because it’s brighter, it’s cleaner, it’s easier to maintain. It’s been helpful all around.”

Trash rates on the rise, possible brewery coming

A new business could soon call downtown Lathrop home.

Raymond Jewell, owner of Walnut Creek Winery in Holt, spoke to the Lathrop City Council during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, November 19. According to Lathrop City Administrator Bob Burns, Jewell expressed interest in opening a brewery in the old Farmers and Traders building at 701 Oak Street, on the corner of East Street.

Burns said that Jewell spoke about fixing up the building and possibly adding a patio on its east side. The building could also house a

B&B option.

The rate for trash pickup in Lathrop is on the rise. The council approved a new three-year contact with its current provider, Redgate Disposal, on Tuesday night, along with ordinance establishing the new rates.

Under the new rates, residents will pay $19.29 monthly for trash removal and curbside recycling. That includes the $18.29 charge from Redgate and $1 administrative fee from the city. Residents are currently paying $16.67 monthly.

Like many towns in the area, Lathrop could feel the impact should the landfill in St. Joseph go forward with an increase to its tipping

fee, which could rise from $32 to $125. Burns said that Redgate could, in that situation, dump at a cheaper landfill, but it would likely be more than what’s being charged at St. Joseph now. Burns said that representatives with Middle Road Productions were at the meeting to request the closure of Oak Street (between Locust and Center) for the Christmas Wonderland event on Saturday, December 14, in downtown Lathrop. The council also learned that the Oak Street Market will be adding new trash cans downtown as part of the market’s efforts to give back to the community.

help these organizations expand their services to our residents in a meaningful way.”

funded study is that the center will be a multi-purpose facility that houses programming and resources, that shows off everything that a modern library is (books, computers, equipment, exhibits, workspaces, and entrepreneurial support) for youth and adults. We could develop partnerships with many organizations— for example, MU Extension, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, SBA’s Small Business Development Center professionals, and North Central Missouri Business Facilitation—to

Last month, the Clinton County Commissioners established a countywide library district and appointed five people—Christel Gollnick, Jennifer Howerton, Paul Pottier, Tony Stone and Trey Talley—to serve on the district board. The district (which doesn’t include the City of Cameron, since it funds its own community library) has five years to earn tax support for a library or the district will expire.

The amount of the proposed tax levy, and when it will go to the polls, will be up to the county commissioners with input from the library board.

The CCI has also established Friends of the Library, a separate group that will be able to take donations and promote the ballot issue, as well as support the library should it be approved and established. Anyone interested in the library group can contact Diane Shryock at (816) 370-2541.

vor and four voted against the district offering the information to its students. (Of note, when anyone gets a driver’s license, whether for the first time or renewed, they are offered the option to be an organ donor).

The rest of the evening’s meeting included congratulating Amy Kelsey, who was elected president of Missouri State Teachers Association (MSTA). Mrs. Kelsey also provided the board members with an update on the C.T.A. association in the district. It was reported to the board that the new EBMS building project is still on

time, as steel beams were recently erected, providing a visualization of the building’s progress. Al J. Mueller Construction intended to work on Saturday, November 23, to make up for the days of rain the area received in the past several weeks. The concrete precast is set to arrive on Monday, November 25, coming in on semi-loads with 80-foot flatbed trailers. There will need to be some alteration to the corner of Fourth Street and Haller Ave. (or Hwy H.) due to the length of the trailers needed to transport the precast.

During his informa-

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starts at 7 p.m. with the annual Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting at 7 p.m., followed by the Lighted Christmas Parade. The awards and auction will follow the parade at the courtyard.

Saturday will be packed with fun, including the Christmas Homes Tour (ticket required) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the Church Open House from 10 a.m. to noon. Photos with Santa will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Community Courtyard. There will also be face-painting, crafts and a balloon artist.

There will also be train rides Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the Kids’ Holiday Small Mall from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. See the Plattsburg Community Christmas page on Facebook for more information.

Cameron will have its annual Festival of Lights

on Friday, November 30, starting with the Christmas parade at 5 p.m., running from Recreation Park to McCorkle Park. At 6:15 p.m., the lights at the park will be lit, and the Night Before Christmas will be read, followed by the entrance of Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus.

Children 10 years old and younger can get a raffle ticket to possibly hit the light switch in the park by bringing a donation or canned good for the food pantry. The winning ticket will be drawn at 5:45 p.m.

After the park is lit, residents can get photos with Santa at The Old School from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and enjoy the Christmas Tree Walk (also at The Old School).

Between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. there will be horsedrawn wagon rides available through town, with all

tion update to the board, Superintendent Dr. John Newell shared that he will be sending an email to parents informing them that the district may use late starts during winter’s inclement weather, if the district sees fit in doing so. If the district were to start two hours late, this would allow them to avoid missing a complete day and keep some of the scheduled hours. This policy came about since the state now requires so many instructional hours yearly, as well as so many days of attendance—another change in state policy since it originally mandated

of the proceeds going to Dream Catchers. There will also be Christmas selections from the Cameron High School Choir, as well as free hot chocolate and S’mores in the park.

Middle Road Productions in Lathrop will present the Fifth Annual Christmas Wonderland on Oak Street on Saturday, December 14, starting at 4 p.m. Be sure to check out their Facebook page for more information.

Gower Christmas in the Park will be downtown Friday, December 13. The lighting ceremony will be at 7 p.m., with the Gower Person of the Year and the winners of the Shop Gower campaign being announced immediately after. There will also be a lighted Christmas parade. To take part in the parade, contact Cydney at (816) 752-3156.

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so many days of attendance, then changed a number of years ago to allow districts to count hours of instruction rather than days of attendance. Now the state is requiring both in order to receive full funding.

Newell also announced to the board that all middle school students will be coming to the new school site at a date to be announced to participate in a signing of a beam that will be part of the middle school structure.

He also shared he had started on the school calendar for next school year, and that the performance report has been delayed by

Traffic Stop,

Sheriff Fish said that the failure to deport or detain known criminals puts lawabiding citizens in danger of harm.

“These people are basically expelled from Venezuela for being a part of violent gangs,” the sheriff said. “They were expelled from the prisons and dumped into our country. They’ve broken the law

a week or so since some districts had submitted inaccurate information and the state wanted to allow them to change that information. He also shared that, due to the large graduating class in 2024, the district enrollment was slightly down from the previous year.

Special Services Director Heidi Shoemaker informed the board that a website providing parent resources will be available soon.

East Buchanan Middle School Principal Chris Anderson informed the board that his students were transported to the watch the

school play on Friday, November 8. He stated that the students handled themselves in a very positive manner both during transportation from Easton to Gower and back, but also during their viewing of the play, and he is very proud of them. With no further business before the board, the meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m. The next district board meeting will be held on Monday, December 16, at 7 p.m. in the high school library.

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here already and they’ve been ordered to be detained and deported, yet we can’t detain and deport them because our federal higher-ups won’t do anything about it.”

Sheriff Fish added that the department has run into members of other international gangs in the past, including MS-13, but with deportation orders under the policies of previous administrations, ICE would pick up and process the detainees.

“This is proof that these gangs are locally within our communities,” the sheriff said. “It gives me an uneasy feeling that our hands are tied to do anything.”

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OPINIONS

WHAT’S THE SHAPE OF THE WORLD?

Remembering the world when we lost JFK

You know you’re growin’ older when... The important thing to remember is that you’re probably going to forget.

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November 22 will always be a day that I will remember. This year seems especially significant, as November 22 in 1963 was a Friday. Thanksgiving that year was also on Thursday, November 28. JFK’s funeral was three days after he was assassinated, Monday, November 25. In the Tinnen household on Birch Avenue, it was a somber few days, which felt far much longer. On that Plattsburg school day, I was in science class, a 12-yearold junior high student. Over the intercom came the announcement of the president being assassinated. It seemed like the bell rang to end the class shortly thereafter, and the crowded hallway was filled with many emotions. Classmates were crying as tears ran down their faces.

Crying wasn’t just for kids, as we watched the news coverage on our small black and white TV. We witnessed news anchor Walter Cronkite wiping tears from his eyes while reporting the death of our president— something I’d never seen before. This tragic event was followed up on Sunday, November 24, with the alleged assassin Lee Harvey Oswald getting shot on live TV as he was being transported to a more secure jail location. Jack Ruby was the man who murdered him while we watched from home.

The memories of that day still ring clear for others, as well in our communities.

Charnette Norton, a 1959 PHS graduate, said she was living in New York and working the second shift as a dietitian for Stouffer‘s restaurant in Garden City, New York. She went about her duties that morning. As she was

talking to the hostess, a couple came in and announced to the dining room “the president has been shot.”

“We were all in shock. One person asked, ‘Which president?’ This was a normal question because most of the people that ate lunch were from the surrounding businesses and thought perhaps it was the president of their company, not the president of the United States.”

Charnette continued her work duties while keeping up with the details from a radio that was shared. She continued to monitor the news via a local newspaper, her Life Magazine, and the purchase of a TV in proceeding days.

“Before the shooting of JFK, I never paid much attention to the news,” she recalled. “I just read The Plattsburg Leader every week and that was enough.”

That all changed with the assassination of JFK.

She later moved to Los Angeles, where she dated a man who was working for CBS radio and television. His duties also included covering the assassination of JFK’s brother, Bobby, as he was running for president.

“I felt like I almost had a ringside seat to the event,” Norton recalled. “My boyfriend told me things that were never said on radio or television at the time of the shooting.”

“The killing of the Kennedys, plus the shooting of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., certainly changed our world.”

Gerald Snodgrass, a longtime resident of Lathrop, served the Lathrop School District as elementary principal and later as superintendent. He was only 22 years old when the JFK assassination happened. He and his future wife, Cheryl, were moving to Lathrop on that fateful Friday.

“We were to be married on the upcoming Thanksgiving, November 28,” he recalled. “I left school on that Friday to help move since all students were attending a

class play. Just as I stopped in front of Gassman’s Hardware, now Gentry’s, to borrow a refrigerator dolly, Walter Cronkite said ‘the President is dead.’ That news definitely dampened the wedding spirit.”

Lori (Walters) Colvin, a 1969 graduate of PHS, was a student in junior high that fateful day. She was leaving gym class when the news was announced.

“My first instinct was to think it was a sick joke. Why? Things like that didn’t happen in the current United States of America,” she recalled. “When our teachers confirmed the assassination of our president, I believe it changed how all Americans perceived their world. I know it changed me from a carefree child into someone who realized a grief experienced not just by me, not just by my family, but the entire country—grief so profound that it was a bit overwhelming for me to process. As days, months, and years passed, I believe the assassination of John F. Kennedy helped me to have a respect for all presidents. It helped me to value those in leadership roles and to appreciate how much men and women who serve in some capacity sacrifice. November 22. A day that will not be forgotten.”

Gerry Carson, a 1969 graduate of Plattsburg High School, said he was in Mr. Long’s science class when they turned on the intercom to broadcast the news of the assassination of JFK. He recalled one of his classmates, Michaela Callahan, a devout Catholic, standing up and making the sign of the cross on hearing the news. After school, his family was glued to the television coverage of Walter Cronkite.

“We watched Walter Cronkite go back and forth with reporting from Dallas,” he said. “I really remembered the funeral procession with the riderless horse. For some reason that still is fresh in my mind as if we no longer had a leader to guide the

country. We just could not turn off the TV.”

Yvonne Hales, a 1969 graduate of Plattsburg High School, recalls coming out of gym class when the principal made the announcement over the school intercom.

“I was in shock that our wonderful president had been killed,” she said. “Being Irish and Catholic, our family had totally supported his election. How could this happen? It seems like we were all glued to the TV for hours over the next few days with the assassination, and the shooting of Oswald, and the funeral.

“I remember our family gathering at Grandpa’s to watch the funeral. We were at the Hales’ house on Birch Avenue in Plattsburg; grandparents, my aunt, uncles, and family. I guess we were all so shocked and saddened by his death that it helped to be together. I’m sure families all over the country were doing the same.”

Yvonne also noted that her sister, Marcia, turned

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seven on Nov. 23, 1963. Not much of a birthday celebration, given the circumstances.

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Trivia question: When was the first Thanksgiving? A. 1621; B. 1776; C. 1821; D. 1865 (find answer nearby).

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Some Thanksgiving smiles…

• “Which side of a turkey has more feathers?” “The outside.”

• “What kind of turkey requires ID?” “Wild Turkey.”

• “Why did they let the turkey join the band?” “Because he had his own drumsticks.” (Trivia answer: A. 1621. The people at the first Thanksgiving were a group of Wampanoag people and English colonists who celebrated a successful harvest in the autumn of 1621 in what is now Plymouth, Massachusetts. The Wampanoag people had at least 90 in attendance. The Wampanoag people were familiar with the tradition of “thanksgiv-

ing” as part of their spiritual practices. About 52 English people were in attendance, including: 22 men, four married women and more than 25 children and teenagers).

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Food for thought: “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country,” John Fitzgerald Kennedy (May 29, 1917 – November 22, 1963), often referred to as JFK, was the 35th president of the United States, serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. He was the youngest person elected president. Kennedy served at the height of the Cold War, and the majority of his foreign policy concerned relations with the Soviet Union and Cuba. A Democrat, Kennedy represented Massachusetts in both houses of the United States Congress prior to his presidency.

Why is Venezuela dictating US immigration policy?

Last month, local law enforcement in Clinton County reportedly pulled over two Venezuelan nationals during a routine traffic stop. These illegal immigrants were reported to be members of the violent Tren de Aragua gang. The kicker? Local law enforcement was reportedly directed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel to let them go.

Members of Tren de Aragua, which has been identified as an “escalating threat to American communities,” have been reported to be let back out on the street by the Biden Administration all because Venezuela won’t cooperate on deportation cases. Apparently, the American justice system is now subject to the whims of another country. It can’t be understated how dangerous this gang is. Earlier this week, Laken Ri-

ley’s killer was revealed to be a member of Tren de Aragua. Sure, he’ll go to prison for the rest of his life, but Laken Riley had her life ripped away from her by someone who never should have been in the country in the first place. This is the same gang that took over an apartment complex earlier this year in Colorado and is currently operating in at least 16 states. They’re dangerous, they’re evil, and they shouldn’t be here.

Unfortunately, President Biden doesn’t seem to agree. His reckless and dangerous open borders policies let these insidious criminals in, and those same policies have opened the door to our communities. No one should be surprised though. President Biden was quick to toss all of President Trump’s border policies just to satisfy the whims of progressive donors. Thankfully, President Trump will be back in office soon and we will go right

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back to securing our border once again. In the meantime, Missourians deserve answers and action. That’s why I led my Republican colleagues in Missouri in demanding the Biden Administration answer for why Venezuela is being allowed to dictate U.S. immigration policy. We want to understand why dangerous illegal immigrants are being released back into our communities and we want it to stop now.

That’s why we’ve got to close the border. This policy of catch-and-release is putting American communities at risk, and it must end now. The Biden administration must reinstate President Trump’s Remain in Mexico policy immediately to keep illegal immigrants out of Missouri and every American community, so we are safe. This can’t wait any longer.

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Plattsburg Food Pantry Donation Missouris Shoal

DAR Chapter holds meeting

The Missouris Shoal Chapter of DAR held their regular monthly meeting on Saturday, November 9, at the First Christian Church in Lathrop.

Ahead of the meeting, the members met at the Lathrop Antique Showgrounds for a tree and plaque dedication ceremony, which is in recognition of the country soon turning 250 years old.

The meeting was called to order at 10:45 a.m. with Carmen Stoneking filling in for Regent Vazzano. This was followed by the pledge, readings, scriptures, prayer, anthem, creed and Preamble of the United States.

Lana Wright gave the President General’s Message, stating that Veterans Day started in 1918 as Armistice Day, which was alter changed by congress in 1938. This was followed by all of the monthly reports.

A total of 14 members were present for the business meeting: Janice Ainsworth, Elenor Chipman, Laurel DeFreece, Beverly Green, Margaret Hubbard, Michelle Ryan, Pat Walker, Anne Wolfe, Lana Wright, Margaret Stevens, Kay Peca, Judy Wright, Michelle Newby and Car-

Enjoy the holidays at the log cabin

Everyone is invited to attend Christmas at the 1829 log cabin on Sunday, December 1, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The log cabin is located five miles on O Highway from Grayson, a quarter mile up 228th Street. For more information contact Bev McCulloch at (816) 244-2217.

men Stoneking. The treasurer’s report was given and the bills were approved to be paid. Michelle read a thank you note for the chapter’s participation in the dedication of the Jefferson Highway mural in Plattsburg. During officer reports, Judy spoke about the Day of Service at Bethel Cemetery. Those who were there were Melissa Vazzano, Carmen Stoneking, Judy Wright, Kay Peca and Tom Peca. This will now be the chapter’s special service project.

Under unfinished business, there was a reminder that the annual Wreaths Across America event will be Saturday, December 14, at 11 a.m. at the Lathrop Cemetery.

Under new business, the chapter discussed its donation last year to the Christmas Giving Tree Project for a child sponsored by the Broadway United Methodist Church in Plattsburg. It was motioned and carried to donate again this year. The benediction was given by Chaplain Margaret Stevens and the meetings was adjourned. The chapter will meet next on December 10 at Saltgrass Steak House in Liberty.

Ellis Elem. Food Drive

Prescription Medication Take-Back is available every weekday at our office. Secure medications in a plastic bag with no holes. Use caution when handling, and wash your hands after bagging the medications. Bring them to our office between 8 and 4 weekdays, and we’ll see that they’re properly disposed of at no cost to you.

Clinton County Sheriff’s Office

Larry Fish, Sheriff

Fourth graders at Ellis Elementary School in Plattsburg spearheaded a food drive recently, with students throughout the building participating, raising more than 14,000 pounds of products for the Plattsburg Food Pantry.

Christmas Around Edgerton

The 33rd Annual Edgerton Christian Church Christmas Bazaar will be Friday and Saturday, December 13 and December 14, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also, the 40-voice select choir and six instrumentalists, Canto Chorale, will present “This is Christmas” by Mary McDonald this holiday season. The group is directed by Darrell Willson, Edgerton. The following performances are planned: Tuesday, December 10, 7 p.m., Christ Chapel, 15275 Hwy. 92, Platte City; Saturday, December 14, 3 p.m., First Baptist Church, 17385 Hwy. 371, Platte City; Sunday, December 15, 3 p.m., Conception Abbey, 37174 Hwy. V V, Conception.

Hy-Klas Foods continued to show its generosity toward our local communities this year with donations to area food pantries ahead of Thanksgiving, including in (above) Plattsburg. Front Row (left to right): Judy McKown, Vi Bowling, Jo Hawn, Marie Hammontree, Dena Fry, Connie Collins. Back Row: Paulette Taylor, Clyde May, Linda Mitchell, Stuart Jenkins, Ray McGee and John Gump.

Discover nature with MDC’s Eagle Days series

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites people to discover nature through Eagle Days events and by watching bald eagles around the state.

From December through February, Missouri’s winter eagle watching is spectacular. Because of Missouri’s big rivers, many lakes, and abundant wetlands, the Show-Me state is one of the leading lower 48 states for bald ea-

gle viewing. Each fall, thousands of these great birds migrate south from their nesting range in Canada and the Great Lakes states to hunt in Missouri. Eagles take up residence wherever they find open water and plentiful food. More than 2,000 bald eagles are typically reported in Missouri during winter.

MDC is again offering various Eagle Days events around the state. Some will include live eagle programs,

exhibits, activities, videos, and guides with spotting scopes. Some require registration. Get more information on MDC Eagle Days events at mdc.mo.gov/ events/eagle-days.

Watch for eagles perched in large trees along the water’s edge. Early in the morning you can see them flying and fishing. Be sure to dress for winter weather and don’t forget cameras and binoculars.

Here are some hot spots

around the state for winter eagle viewing:

• Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area on Route K southwest of Columbia

• Lake of the Ozarks at Bagnell Dam Access east of Bagnell

• Lock & Dam 20 in Canton

• Lock & Dam 24 at Clarksville

• Lock & Dam 25 east of Winfield

• Loess Bluffs National

Wildlife Refuge south of Mound City

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• Mingo National Wildlife Refuge northwest of Puxico

• Moses Eagle Park in Stella,

• Old Chain of Rocks Bridge south of I-270 off of Riverview Drive in St. Louis

• Riverlands Environmental Demonstration Area east of West Alton

• Schell-Osage Conservation Area north of El Dorado Springs

• Smithville Lake north of Kansas City

• Stockton Lake near Stock-

ton

• Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge south of Sumner

• Table Rock Lake and Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery southwest of Branson

• Truman Reservoir west of Warsaw.

Learn more about bald eagles in Missouri from the MDC online Field Guide at mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/field-guide/bald-eagle.

Drive stuffed-not distracted-on Thanksgiving

JEFFERSON CITY – As Missourians plan to hit the road to spend Thanksgiving with loved ones, the Missouri Department of Transportation is urging drivers to be cautious, patient and use good judgment behind the wheel. Impaired driving, distracted driving, excessive speeds, and increased traffic are just a few of the concerns that can accompany holiday travel.

Motorists should expect heavy traffic volumes on interstates and major roads for

the holiday especially on the day before Thanksgiving and the Sunday after. All work zones with extra lane closures will stop at noon on the day before Thanksgiving through 6 a.m. the day after. Typically, construction contracts don’t work through the entire holiday weekend. All motorists should buckle up themselves and all passengers and the driver should put their phone down to avoid distractions.

The night before Thanksgiving, sometimes

DNR Offering WellPlugging Grants

JEFFERSON CITY, MO, NOV. 19, 2024 - The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is now accepting applications for Abandoned Well Plugging Grants from eligible public water systems through April 30, 2025.

The grant offers up to $20,000 per project to properly plug abandoned wells located near or within service areas of groundwaterbased community and notfor-profit noncommunity public water systems. Abandoned wells, if not plugged properly, pose a physical hazard to both people and wildlife. Abandoned wells also allow for potential contamination of for groundwater, the primary drinking water source for more than 80% of public water systems in Missouri.

Community and notfor-profit noncommunity public water systems with at least one active or emergency well are eligible to apply for reimbursement funding through this program. Project selection is

competitive and the priority application period is open now through Jan. 30, 2025. Applications received Feb. 1 through April 30, 2025, may be awarded on a firstcome, first-served basis if available funds remain. Applicants may apply via the department’s Funding Opportunities Portal at dnr.mo.gov/financial-opportunities/funding-portal/ access-request). A fully executed financial assistance agreement between the project applicant and the department is required prior to incurring project-related costs.

DNR is committed to helping Missouri communities protect their drinking water sources and protect human health. Funding for the Abandoned Well Plugging grant program derives wholly or in part from monies received through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. For more information, please visit the Abandoned Well Plugging Grant webpage.

referred to as Blackout Wednesday, has become a popular night for outings at bars, which can result in a potential increase of impaired driving. Additionally, speed and distraction present significant concerns, especially with increased traffic volumes over the holiday. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, from 2019 to 2023, 53 people died in crashes during the Thanksgiving holiday period.

This year, MoDOT is

hoping a combination of public awareness, enforcement, and promotion of sober rides will be successful in eliminating traffic fatalities during the holiday. With the number of statewide traffic fatalities being more than 800 for the year, MoDOT is urging motorists to be vigilant, buckle up, obey posted speed limits and never drive impaired or distracted.

“Tragedies like these are almost always preventable, and there are simple actions everyone can take

to prevent them,” said Jon Nelson, State Highway Safety and Traffic Engineer. “Buckle up, put down your phone, slow down, and never drive impaired. If we all commit to these four actions every day, we can all enjoy a Thanksgiving holiday with zero traffic fatalities.”

Drivers can avoid putting themselves and other road users at risk by planning ahead. Schedule a rideshare in advance or call a taxi, have a designated driver, or use public transporta-

tion. If you see a friend who is about to drink and drive, take their keys and find a sober driver that can get them home safely.

Drivers can stay informed of road conditions and delays on MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map at traveler.modot.org, also available as a free mobile app for Apple and Android devices.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION

In RYDER the Matter LEE of the GRADY Guardianship of: A Minor child

Case No. 24CN-PR00063

NOTICE OF HEARING

TO: CHRISTOPHER KYLE GRADY and/ OR ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE PERSON OF RYDER LEE GRADY,

You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the Probate Division of the Clinton County Circuit Court by JAMIE WISE praying that she be appointed guardian for Ryder Lee Grady, a minor. The name and address of the attorney for Petitioner is Kim Brown. 1803 N Walnut, PO Box 77, Cameron. MO 64429.

You are further notified that a hearing will be held on this matter on JANUARY 24, 2025 in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County Missouri located at 207 N. Main, P.O. Box 275, Plattsburg, MO 64477.

Unless you file an answer or other pleading or appear and defend against the Petition within forty-five (45) days after the date of first publication of this notice (or other date to which the deadline is extended by the Court) judgment by default will be entered against youWitness my hand and seal of the Circuit Court on this 12 day of November, 2024.

By: Misy Dean Circuit Clerk

/S/ Deana Morton, Deputy Clerk, Probate (11.21, 11.28, 12.5, 12.12.24)

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8, 2025

Declarations of candidacy for the position of Director of Subdistrict No. 4 and Director of Subdistrict No. 5 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 10, 2024, and ending at 5:00p.m. on December 31, 2024, during regular business hours, which are Wednesdays, 9:00a.m. to 6:00p.m., or by appointment.

Missy Heilman, PWSD#1 Clerk, Public Water Supply District No. 1 of Clinton County (11.21, 11.28.24)

LATHROP R-II SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR APRIL ELECTION

There are two positions of Director (School Board Member) of the Lathrop R-II School District to be filled in the municipal election scheduled for April 8, 2025. The term of office is three (3) years. Declarations of candidacy for the positions of Director of Lathrop R-II School District may be filed at the office of the District, 700 East Street, Lathrop, Missouri 64465, commencing at 8:00 a.m. on December 10, 2024, and ending at 5:00 p.m. on December 31, 2024 (note: the office will be open from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. on December 31, 2024). Declarations may be filed between the hours of 7:30 a.m. through4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday (the district is closed on Mondays), except holidays. The office will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 and Wednesday, December 25, 2024. There will be no filing if school district classes are canceled due to inclementweather. The names of qualified candidates shall be placed on the ballot in order of filing. Lauren Claypool, Board Secretary (11.21.24)

CITY OF GOWER ELECTION NOTICE

In accordance with Missouri Statutes 115.127.5 RSMO, notice is hereby given that a Municipal Election will be held for the City of Gower, Missouri on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 from 6AM to 7PM for the purpose of electing the following officials: Mayor – Two year term

Alderman Ward I - Two year term

Alderman Ward II - Two year term

Qualified candidates may file with the City Clerk at 97 North 4th Street during regular business hours beginning December 10, 2024 through December 31, 2024.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION

In the Matter )

Ayden McClary, ) ) Estate No.: 24CN-PR00087 Minor, )

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

e State of Missouri to Respondent:

John Doe

DOB: Unable to Obtain

SSN: Unable to Obtain

You are hereby noti ed that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is Application for Guardian and Conservatorship led by the applicant, Susan Cox, e name and address of the attorney for the

Applicant, Susan Cox is: John R. Brage Patton Wagner & Associates, P.C. 114 Westwoods Dr. Liberty, MO 64068

Telephone: (816) 792-2020

Facsimile: (816) 792-2260

Email: jbrage@pattonwagner.com

ATTORNEY FOR APPLICANT, SUSAN COX

You are further noti ed that, unless you le an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petition within forty- ve ( 45) days a er November, 5, 2024 the date of rst publication of this notice, judgment by default will be taken against you.

IT IS ORDERED that a copy hereof be published according to law in the CLINTON COUNTY LEADER, a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Clinton, State of Missouri.

Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 30TH day of October, 2024.

CLINTON COUNTY CIRCUIT CLERK

Deputy Clerk

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CIRCUIT COURT OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION

Matter of: DANIEL J. MOYER, DECEASED

Estate No.: 24CN-PR00090

NOTICE OF HEARING

And to all persons known or unknown who claim any interest as an heir or through an heir in the property of DANIEL J. MOYER, who died on JULY 18, 2022, who was domiciled in the State of Florida and owned property in Clinton County, Mo.

You are hereby noti ed that an application has been led in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri, by DROP ATIE “DRU” RAI, for the determination of the heirs of DANIEL J. MOYER and of their respective interests as such heirs in and with respect to all of the property owned by said deceased at the time of death including the following, to-wit:

100 percent membership interest in Moyer Brothers, LLC, a Missouri limited liability company.

*the sole asset of said company is a parcel of real property is located in Clinton County, Missouri, more particularly described as: THE SOUTH 17.1 FEET OF LOT ONE HUNDRED FIFTEEN (115), IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF PLATTSBURG, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. (Commonly known as 106 N. Main St, Plattsburg, MO 64477).

You are further noti ed that a hearing on said application will be held in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri, on the 9TH day of December, 2024 at 2:00 pm. at which time evidence will be presented to the Court and at which time and place you are entitled to be present and to be heard.

Clerk

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The Clinton County R-III School District will accept declarations of candidacy from any person interested in running for a position on the School Board in the April 8, 2025 election. Filing dates for candidates are open :from Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. and close on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5 :00 p.m. Those wishing to file may do so by filling out a declaration of candidacy in the office of the Superintendent of Schools during the hours of 8 :00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on days that school is in session. There will be no school and the office of the Superintendent will be closed from December 20, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. until Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Filing will not occur on days that the District is closed due to inclement weather. Please contact: Sandy Goad, 816-539-2183 or email sandy.goad@ccr3.k12.mo.us with any questions. Filing will end on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00 p.m., in which the office of the Superintendent of Schools will be open :from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

The State of Missouri requires that Board of Education members be citizens of the United States, resident taxpayers of the district, shall have resided in this State for one year next preceding their election or appointment and must be at least 24 years of age.

There are two (2) positions available with three-year terms. Those members whose terms are expiring are Travis Day and Danny Parra. There is one (1) position available with a one-year term. The member whose term is expiring is Keith Carnie who was appointed to the position vacated by John Thiessen.

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Notice of City Election

In accordance with the Missouri Comprehensive Election Act of 1977, and pursuant to the provisions of Chapters 70.010, et seq., and 130.010 et seq., Revised Statutes of Missouri, I hereby give notice that the General Election for the City of Lathrop will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, for the purpose of electing the following city officials: Mayor for the term of two years.

One Alderman from Ward I (South Ward) for a term of two years.

One Alderman from Ward II (North Ward) for a term of two years. Polling place for Ward I and Ward II, Goppert Community Center, 406 Elm Street. Polls will be open from 6:00 AM until 7:00 PM. All candidates shall file with the City Clerk beginning December 10, 2024, 8:00 AM and ending December 31, 2024. Hours to file are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. All qualified electors of the City of Lathrop shall be entitled to vote at said election.

(11.28, 12.5.24)

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 8, 2025, 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 10, 2024, and the closing date for filing for the above offices is December 30, 2024 at 5:00 PM at City Hall.

Candidates may file at City Hall Monday through Friday from 8am – 5pm. City Hall will be closed December 25th & 26th for Christmas.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Plattsburg Fire Protection District will hold an election April 8, 2025 to elect two Board Members for six-year terms. 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 10, 2024 at 8a.m. and the last date will be December 31, 2024 at 12p.m.

Plattsburg Fire Protection District Board Cindy Anderson, Secretary (11.28, 12.5.24)

Legal

Notice Nominees Selected for University of Missouri Council Members Clinton County

Citizens of voting age in Clinton County, pursuant to the provisions, of Sec. 262-577, R.S. MO.69, will have an opportunity to vote and elect members to the University of Missouri Extension Council January 6-10, 2025. The elected and appointed members of the Extension Council guide and direct extension work within the county.

The nominees for a two-year term are Keith Carnie, Becky Miller, Sandra Bryson, Corey Wilkerson, Sara Giarratana.

Additional nominations may be made by petition of 25 or more qualified voters residing within the county, filed with the council within 20 days after the publication of this notice of election. Forms for nominations are available in the Clinton County Extension office, 100 S Y Hwy, Plattsburg, MO 64477. Clinton County University of Missouri Extension Council, Sara Giarratana, Council Chairperson.

(11.28, ???)

CAMERON SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATE FILING

All persons interested in filing as a candidate for the Cameron R-1 School District Board of Education may do so from 8:00 am Tuesday, December 10, 2024 through Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00 pm.

Filing will take place in the Superintendent’s Office, 423 N. Chestnut, during the school’s business hours of 7:30 am – 3:30 pm with the exception of the first and last day as previously mentioned. These hours are subject to change. The election will be held April 8, 2025. Candidates will be placed on the ballot in order of filing.

Except for the first and last day of filing, filings will not occur on days that the school district’s Central Offices are closed due to inclement weather or other health-related reasons. The district may not open even on the first and last day of filing if weather conditions make it unsafe for school staff to travel.

Filing will not occur on the following holidays and breaks when the school district’s Central Offices are closed; December 23, 2024 –December 30, 2024. On December 31, 2024 the office will be open 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Missouri Department of Revenue Form 5120, Candidate’s Affidavit of Tax Payments and Bonding Requirements, will be provided to persons filing for school board, however it will be the responsibility of the individual to complete the document, have the document notarized and mail the document to the Missouri Department of Revenue.

Candidates must be 24 years old at the time of filing, a registered voter and a resident taxpayer of the district for one (1) year prior to the election. For additional information on candidate qualifications and the duties of a school board member, contact Central Office at 816-882-1031.

Two (2) candidates will be chosen to serve as members each for a three-year term. Senate Bill 380 information requires local board members elected after August 28, 1993, to complete 18.5 hours of orientation and training offered by a state wide association organized for the benefit of members of the Board of Education or approved by the State Board of Education.

If you have any questions, please call Central Office at 816-882-1031 Kelly Walker, Secretary to the Board of Education (11.28, 12.5, 12.12, 12.19, 12.26.24)

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Tri-County Ambulance District will hold an election on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 for the purpose of electing board members from District 1 and 4 to serve three-year terms. All candidates shall file with the Secretary of the Tri-County Ambulance District Board, Carol Sander, at the District Headquarters, 1703 W. Highway 116, Plattsburg, Missouri. Call 816-539-2290 to set up an appointment. The first date of candidate filing will be December 10, 2024 at 8 a.m. and the last date for filing will be December 31, 2024 at 5 p.m.

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Tri-County Ambulance District Board Carol Sander, Secretary

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NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR APRIL ELECTION

Declaration of candidacy for the position of director of the LATHROP FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT may be filed at the office of the district in Lathrop, Missouri, commencing at 8 a.m. on December 10, 2024, and ending at 5 p.m. on December 31, 2024. If the office should be closed during regular office hours, contact Gary Martin at (816) 632-0508 to arrange for filing.

Gary K Martin, President Lathrop Fire Protection District (11.28, 12.5)

Lisa Read, City Clerk (11.28, 12.5)

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 Nov. 25 –Dec. 1.

MoDOT will limit road construction on Thanksgiving Day to accommodate expected increased holiday travel. Work on most maintenance and construction projects will be suspended at noon Wednesday, November 27, and resume at 6 a.m. Friday, November 29. Some long-term traffic im-

pacts will remain in place. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler. modot.org, or download the app for updated information.

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

Atchison County

Route N – Pothole patching from U.S. Route 136 to the Holt County line, Nov. 2527.

Caldwell County

Route D – CLOSED until further notice at the Shoal Creek Bridge due to deck deterioration. This bridge is currently scheduled for the January 2025 contractor letting through the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. https://www. modot.org/route-d-bridgereplacement-caldwell

Chariton County Route 11 – CLOSED at

the Salt Creek Bridge for a bridge replacement project through March 2025. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin). *1

Route ZZ – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Parish Road to Pedan Chappel Road, Nov. 25, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Daviess County Route B – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Route 13 to Route UU, Nov. 25-27, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Grundy County U.S. Route 65 – Bridge maintenance at the Honey Creek Bridge, Nov. 25.

MDC collected over 18,500 samples opening weekend for CWD testing

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) thanks the thousands of deer hunters who participated in its mandatory sampling efforts in 43 counties this past weekend to test for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in harvested deer. Thanks to hunter participation, MDC collected tissue samples from more than 18,500 hunter-harvested deer on Nov. 16 and 17 for CWD testing.

CWD sampling consists of MDC staff removing lymph nodes from the necks of harvested deer for testing. Tissue samples are sent to an independent lab for testing.

“We greatly appreciate the many thousands of hunters who brought their deer to mandatory CWD sampling stations over the weekend,” said MDC Wildlife Health Program Supervisor Deb Hudman. “Hunters who provide samples from harvested deer play a critical role in MDC’s efforts to monitor the spread of CWD and identify new areas of infection.”

According to MDC, the opening weekend of the November portion of firearms deer season is the most popular two days for most deer hunters in Missouri. Hunters typically harvest between a quarter to a third of the state’s total annual deer harvest during those two days. Focusing on this key weekend gives MDC the best opportunity to collect the most tissue samples for CWD testing during a very

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“Finding CWD as early as possible provides us with the ability to work with landowners and hunters to effectively manage the disease to slow its spread and protect Missouri’s deer population,” Hudman said. “The high number of samples collected during opening weekend gives us a much better understanding of the distribution and prevalence of the disease — where the disease is located and what percentage of the deer population is affected.”

Hudman noted that MDC collects samples for CWD testing throughout the state each year over the entire deer season. Mandatory sampling is a more intense form of disease surveillance in select CWD Management Zone counties where the greatest potential for new areas of CWD infection exists.

Including the recent sampling efforts, MDC has collected more than 298,000 tissue samples for CWD testing since surveillance for the disease began more than 20 years ago. To date, MDC has found 582 confirmed cases of CWD since the disease was first detected in wild deer in Missouri in 2012. Learn more about

CWD surveillance at mdc. mo.gov/cwd.

MDC is also offering free voluntary CWD sampling and testing of harvested deer during the remaining deer season at select locations throughout the state, including some MDC offices and participating taxidermists and meat processors.

MDC also offers selfservice freezer deer-head drop-off locations within the CWD Management Zone for hunters to deposit harvested deer heads to have tested for CWD. Instructions, packing supplies, and information tags are available at the sites.

Get more information on voluntary sampling locations and drop-off locations online at mdc.mo.gov/cwd.

Hunters can get their CWD test results for free online at mdc.mo.gov/cwdResults. Results are available within four weeks from the time of sampling and the wait time is often much less.

According to MDC, white-tailed deer are an extremely important wildlife resource of the state and deer hunting is tremendously popular. Each year, nearly half a million hunters pursue deer in Missouri, which provides a tremendous boon

to Missouri’s economy and supports thousands of jobs.

CWD is a deadly, infectious disease in deer and other members of the deer family (cervids) that is 100% fatal. There is no vaccine or cure. CWD can be spread from direct deer-to-deer contact, through improper disposal of deer carcasses, and through the environment by deer contacting infectious material from other deer. Left unmanaged, CWD could have significant effects on Missouri’s deer population, hunting culture, and economy. Hunters play a critical role in helping MDC find and manage CWD by having their deer tested and following CWD regulations. Learn more at mdc.mo.gov/cwd.

Nodaway County Route NN – CLOSED until further notice at the Platte River Bridge west of Parnell due to significant bridge deterioration. This bridge is currently scheduled for the March 2025 contractor letting through the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. U.S. Route 136 – Shoulder work at various locations, Nov. 25-26.

Route AB – Culvert repair from U.S. Route 71 to 220 Road, Nov. 26.

Putnam County Route 129 – CLOSED at the North Blackbird Creek Bridge for a bridge rehabilitation project through February 2025. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin). *1

Route M – CLOSED at the Medicine Creek Fork Bridge for a bridge rehabilitation project through January 2025. (Capital-Horner & Shifrin). *1

Sullivan County Route OO – CLOSED for multiple culvert replacements from Route BB to Route O, Nov. 25-26, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

East Buchanan embarks on first wrestling season

For the first time in school history, East Buchanan wrestlers will be carrying the flag of their own school onto the mat this winter.

After years of co-oping with nearby Plattsburg to offer EBHS athletes the chance to wrestle, East Buchanan has added its own teams—both boys and girls—for the 2024-2025 season. The program has 16 boys and three girls out for the teams.

“The co-op with Plattsburg was vital,” said East Buchanan wrestling head coach Adam Lewis. “Having more than half the team who have the experience of wrestling there gives us a great advantage. They know the expectations of what it takes to make it through a wrestling season—they know the grind both physically and mentally. They are able to lead the new athletes as we start our own program.”

Lewis noted the boys are spread out over all four years (four seniors, five juniors, three sopho-

mores and four freshmen), while the three girls are all freshmen new to the sport—Brooklyn Utz, Sereniti Parton and Miley Brushwood.

Of the boys, 11 have prior wrestling experience, nine are football players, and seven— Corbin Allen, Jacob King, Kyle Parmely, Gavin Utz, Phoenix Baugh, Reece Dixon and Finley Fisher—have varsity football experience. Will Fisher, who qualified for state cross country, is also out this fall.

“I think we have a great foundation of kids that have a real chance to make the state tournament and put EB wrestling on the map,” Lewis said, adding that he’s excited to establish the program.

“We are in a unique position where we are starting a program from the ground up but it’s more like remodeling than building it from scratch. We have a great foundation of athletes with experience and an assistant coach who has coached the sport before, along with making it to the state tournament himself. I look forward to

watching the excitement grow and having people show up to meets to support the young men and women in a new sport. I also look forward to watching these athletes grow both physically and mentally, as well.”

Lewis, himself, didn’t have a chance to compete in high school wrestling. His school didn’t offer it, and he said he always wondered what could have been had he been given the opportunity. Though he might not have a lot of experience in wrestling, Lewis will be able to draw on his growing time as an assistant coach in multiple sports at East Buchanan, including football and baseball.

“Starting the program, I’ve tried to rely on as many resources as possible,” he said. “Having Caleb McCartney, former EB wrestler and coach, as my assistant coach has been a tremendous help. I’ve also reached out to other area coaches who have been very informative and supportive. The EB administration and school board have been nothing but supportive since the beginning.”

Plattsburg’s Roach to play for national champions

WHITEWATER, WIS. Caleb Roach from Plattsburg, Mo., who is studying management at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, is competing on the men’s wheelchair basketball team for the 2024-2025 season.

The UW-Whitewater men’s wheelchair basketball program is a club sport that competes nationally. The Warhawks have won 14 national championships since 1982, most recently in 2024 and including a three-peat in 2014, 2015 and 2016.

are Paralympic medalists, including five who claimed gold as part of Team USA at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Current UWWhitewater coach Jake Williams, a former Warhawk student-athlete, was among the alums who competed in Paris. Current Warhawk AJ Fitzpatrick was also a member of Team USA.

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Many of the program’s alumni

Fitzpatrick and freshman Zach Gorecki were among 20 athletes selected to the Team USA Men’s Under-23 Wheelchair Basketball Team Pool earlier this month.

Fitzpatrick, a first team National Wheelchair Basketball Association All-American last season, returns to lead the Warhawks in their NWBA national title defense.

UW-Whitewater started competition Oct. 4-6 at the Wolverine Invitational in Port Huron, Michigan. The team hosts its annual home tournament this Friday-Saturday, Nov. 22-23, at the Williams Center.

For more information on this year’s team, visit uww.edu/recsports.

McCartney is not only one of the former EBHS students who benefitted from the co-op with Plattsburg wrestling, he also went on to coach through the cooperative.

“I could not do it without him,” Lewis said. “He is the knowledgeable one, he runs practices, he demonstrates all of the technique. He allows me to watch and learn and then put in my two cents where I can. With him running practices, I can take care of all the clerical and behind the scenes things.”