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CITY OF PLATTSBURG

Council signs off on its new ward boundaries by brett adkison leader editor

The Plattsburg City Council approved new ward boundaries earlier this week in a special session meeting.

The council approved the new

GOWER

City keeps pushing forward on its projects

ward lines on Monday, November 20, in the hopes that the new boundaries will clear up confusion about the wards while also better balancing the populations of each ward. In the plan approved Monday, Ward 1 has a population of

775, Ward 2 has 719 residents, and Ward 3 has 728 residents. This puts all three wards within 10 percent of each other, the accepted standard.

Council members Clyde May, Richard Stanley, Sue Malone and Scott Gordee voted in favor of the

new wards on Monday. Fellow Council members Ken Tongue and John Mirosh were unable to attend the meeting.

The boundary line for Ward 1 begins at the intersection of Clay ||Continued on A2

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Athletes Earn Recognitions See which athletes at Lathrop, Plattsburg and East Buch were named All-KCI and All-District || PAGE A12

A Look Back at History See what the headlines were in The Leader five, 10, 20 and 30 years ago in Clinton County. || PAGE A3

by jim bonebrake leader reporter

In a short meeting, Monday, November 13, the Gower City Council received updates on the Gregory Drive project, as well as on the SS4A and MoDOT TAP updates. There were no visitors attending this meeting.

Under old business, City Administrator Carroll Fisher reported to the council that the culvert along Field Street is in; he retention pond will need some additional height added to the dam, but overall is ready to hold rain runoff.

Mayor Ken Pike told the council that the annexation of the right-of-way from Heritage Park to the west requires a 14-day period to see if there are objections to this request.

If more than five percent of the total voters in the city object, the process will take longer. He also said that this annexation and the annexation request from the East Buchanan School District will require separate public hearings, as these two issues can’t be combined.

Mayor Pike informed the council that, regarding the SS4A and MoDOT TAP proj-

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Sheriff ’s Calls for Service See what calls for service the Clinton County Sheriff ’s Department recently fielded through dispatch. || PAGE A3

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Season Ends for Dawgs, Tigers

Community........A5 Opinion..............A4 Legals..............A9 Sports................A7

Both the East Buchanan Bulldogs and Plattsburg Tigers put together historic 2023 seasons, but the magic ended this past week, as both teams were eliminated from the state playoffs in the quarterfinal round. For more, turn to page A7 of this edition. (Above) East Buchanan senior defender Aidan Hensley races down a Bowling Green runner on Saturday. (Left) A trio of Plattsburg defenders smother a South Holt ball-carrier on Friday night at Plattsburg High School.

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The Plattsburg Community Betterment and Arts Council is asking artists to apply to create a second mural downtown.

The mural, which will honor the historic Jefferson Highway and its place in Plattsburg’s story, will be on the west side of Tinnen Town Hall facing Main Street. The artist will have the freedom to interpret

but will be asked to include certain details. The council will interview artists by December 13 and the deadline for completion is May 1, 2024.

The artists will also have a chance to submit for two other murals on the laundromat and American Legion (restoration) on Locust Street.

The Community Betterment and Arts Council works to beautify Plattsburg and make it a better place to live and work. The council spearheaded the recent addition of native birds mural on the north side of the State Farm building on Maple Street. The council is also aiming to host a guest speaker and a second quilt show, add artwork to a

third window at the Clinton County Courthouse, and publish a local coloring book.

For more information on the mural project, or the Plattsburg Community Betterment and Arts Council, you can contact Laurel DeFreece at (816) 225-8988.

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ects, the city has not received an update from MODOT on the revised construction plan that the city previously submitted. He also told the council that they need to extend the contract with Snyder and Associates, and according to the original agreement, Snyder will not be charging the city for any additional time associated with the applications.

Under new business, the council passed an ordinance allowing a general election the first Tuesday of April 2024 for the election of two aldermen positions.

The council also approved holiday gift cards for both city employees and those citizens serving on boards such as Park and Recreation and Planning and Zoning. City employees will receive cards in the amount of $50, with board members receiving $25 each.

Ribbon Cutting at Tiffany’s Diner

Carroll Fisher reported that the sewer plant is running smoothly, additional street work will continue as long as the weather holds, there have been no water leaks and things seem to be running well.

Police Chief Adam Hill told the council that the Take Back the Drug Day held on October 10 resulted in five pounds of drugs being received, and that he is thinking about only conducting this program once annually instead of two times a year.

Hill also updated the council on the potential cost for a new police car. He said that a new car will cost approximately $10,000 more than the last car the city bought.

The one bought in 2021 cost $30,359 and the lowest bid currently came in at $40,111.

The council approved this bid by a vote of 3-0.

Congratulations to Tiffany’s Diner and Catering in Gower, which recently cut the ribbon at their location at 320 Railroad Avenue. The diner specializes in breakfast and lunch and also offers catering. The ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, November 14, was presented by the Gower Area Chamber of Commerce. submitted photo

Have a great holiday weekend!

SCHOOLS

Lathrop R-II gets $500K loan

ceived the resignation of middle school math teacher The Lathrop R-II Stephanie Spurgeon, who School District will be tak- will be retiring at the end of ing advantage of a low-inter- the school year. Spurgeon, est loan program to address a 13-year graduate of Lathfuture maintenance projects, rop who worked more than likely plumbing and HVAC two decades for the district, upgrades, at the elementary wrote that she appreciated and high school. the opportunity to work with In his report to the board great students and staff at Wednesday, November 8, Lathrop R-II. first-year Lathrop R-II SuThe board approved a perintendent Dr. Adam Wil- proposal from OCCU-TEC lard announced the district to perform a drinking wahas been approved for a ter assessment of the school $500,000 loan through the district. The work is required Missouri Health and Edu- by the Governor’s “Get the cational- Facilities Authority Lead Out” mandate.

Three RE.qxp_CCL The Paper ads 11/17/23 12:30 PM Page 16 (MoHEFA). The loan carries companies submitted proan interest rate of 2.39 per- posals, with OCCU-TEC’s cent and the district’s first coming in the lowest at payment will be February 1, $10,591.

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Three members of the Also during the meet- board—Adam Swearingin, ing, the board officially re- Adam Cockrum and Jenice by brett adkison leader editor

Minnis—are forming the committee to review local applications for the Belcher Scholarship. One $750 winner is selected from each region and one state-wide winner receives $1,750.

Lathrop High School Principal Robert Bowers reported that, as of November 3, the building has seen 70 students with a total of 94 violations of the cellphone policy. “It’s a daily fight but we feel it is worth it because we are seeing students more engaged in their classes,” wrote Bowers in his report.

“I do appreciate our teachers taking this seriously. I also appreciate our students being respectful when they do violate the policy. For the most part, the students will hand over their phone without any issues.”

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Plattsburg Council, From Page A1 Avenue and Broadway on the west side of town. It goes down the centerline of Broadway eastward to Fifth Street, turns north until it reaches Maple, then turns east and continues down the centerline of Maple Street to the end of town. Everything north of this line is in Ward 1.

The boundary line for Ward 3 begins at the intersection of Clay Avenue and Broadway on the west side of town. It goes down the centerline of Broadway eastward to Seventh Street, where it turns south to Clay Avenue. It continues down the centerline of Clay Avenue eastward to Birch Avenue, where it continues south to Frost Street, where it turns west until Oak Street.

It continues south down the centerline of Oak Street and follows it to its end on Birch Avenue. Everything west and south of this line is in Ward 3.

The boundary for Ward 2 begins on Maple Street at the town’s eastern limits.

It continues west down the centerline of Maple Street to Fifth Street, where it turns south until it reaches Broadway, where it turns west and follows the centerline to Seventh Street. At Seventh Street, it turns south to Clay Avenue, where it switches back eastward down Clay Avenue. It turns south at Birch Avenue, then west at Frost Street, then south at Oak Street. It continues south down the centerline of Oak Street and follows it to its end on Birch Avenue.

Homes to the south and east of these lines are in Ward 2.

The map becomes its

most complicated in the center of town. Homes on the north side of Clay Avenue between Seventh Street and Fifth Street are in Ward 2, while the homes on the south side of Clay Avenue between Seventh Street and Birch Avenue are in Ward 3.

A map of the new wards is available to view at Plattsburg City Hall.

The need to revamp the wards was highlighted in recent months by the unfortunate case of former Councilwoman Tracy Pincus. She was appointed to her Ward 2 seat in late 2014, but the following year, the boundaries were updated, and in the process her residence was moved into Ward 3. But due to confusion around the districts, Pincus continued to run for and win office in Ward 2. This confusion even extended to the county, which continued to list Pincus as a Ward 2 resident, even issuing her Ward 2 ballots at the polls.

Pincus was ultimately removed from the seat and replaced by Richard Stanley by mayoral appointment.

The circumstances around Pincus’s removal were hinted at during the meeting on Monday. During public participation, resident Mike Gassman spoke about a rumor he heard that the council is considering paying a former council member thousands of dollars. Mayor James Kennedy said that, since the issue wasn’t fully settled, the city couldn’t yet comment on it. Gassman asked whether the public would have the chance to comment, to which City Administrator

Chase Waggoner said that it only becomes public record after it is settled.

Gassman said that, for the record, he was opposed to giving taxpayer money to someone “who doesn’t even know where she lives.”

Also during the meeting, Waggoner gave an update on the new water tower that will be constructed on the north side of town. He said the legal documents were signed last week and the construction company toured the site at that time.

He said they are likely to start pouring the foundation in February and construction is expected to take a year. The single-leg pedestal-style water tower will hold 250,000 gallons.

The council approved a marketing agreement with HomeServe for their insurance-style program which offers residents coverage for their water and sewer infrastructure. With the agreement, the company will be able to reach out to city residents using the City of Plattsburg letterhead and logos. In return, the city will receive a percentage of the revenue.

Waggoner said that the company is endorsed by the National League of Cities and the state’s municipal league. But he was sure to add that, like any other insurance, it will be up to each individual resident whether they want to purchase a policy from the company. The service could be especially useful as the city continues to improve its water pressure, adding weight to any older residential lines in town.

Eagle Days at Loess Bluffs Mound City, Mo. – Bald eagles migrate southward on the chilly winds of early winter. Dozens or even hundreds usually congregate at the Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge near Mound City where they can feed on fish and waterfowl.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will provide a special opportunity to view them at the refuge during the 44th annual Eagle Days on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 2-3.

The free Eagle Days activities will include live captive eagle shows and interpretive stops along the driving tour of the refuge wetlands. For more information, visit the MDC online.

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Thursday, November 23, 2023 • Page A3

Clinton County Sheriff ’s Department Calls for Service

Friday, November 10 9:27 a.m.: Controlled burn on S. Eighth Street in Plattsburg.

9:58 a.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on E. 116 Highway in Lathrop.

12:12 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on I-35 in Clinton County.

12:34 p.m.: Medical call on SW Maple Ridge in Trimble.

1:13 p.m.: Animal call on 116 Highway in Lathrop.

1:37 p.m.: Pursuit on 69 Highway in Clinton County.

2:08 p.m.: Vehicle crash on Oak Street in Lathrop.

3:06 p.m.: Controlled burn on SE Scott in Holt.

3:19 p.m.: Vehicle crash on N. School Drive in Lathrop.

5:50 p.m.: Vehicle crash on 116 Highway in Clinton County.

6:10 p.m.: Structure fire on W. Faith Street in Clinton County.

8:33 p.m.: Natural cover fire on SW Smith Halferty in Clinton County.

9:23 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on NE 280th Street in Clinton County.

11:16 p.m.: Medical call on Dykes Lane in Holt.

Saturday, November 11 12:25 a.m.: Medical call on E. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.

10:08 a.m.: Disturbance in progress on SE Cayuse in Lake Arrowhead.

12:30 p.m.: Vehicle crash on N. School Drive in Lathrop.

1:01 p.m.: Medical call on N. Main Street in Plattsburg.

2:10 p.m.: Controlled burn on SE Barnsville in Lawson.

9:00 p.m.: Animal call on Sellers Place in Lathrop.

Sunday, November 12 12:16 a.m.: Suspicious activity in progress on NW 284th

Street in Gower.

12:39 a.m.: Medical call on NW 284th Street in Gower.

10:56 a.m.: Medical call on C Highway in Holt.

11:57 a.m.: Disturbance in progress on SE Cheyenne in Lathrop.

1:43 p.m.: Medical call on Z Highway in Edgerton.

3:21 p.m.: Medical call on W. 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

4:05 p.m.: Natural cover fire on 268th Street in Clinton County.

4:10 p.m.: Animal call on Echo Circle in Plattsburg.

4:35 p.m.: Controlled burn on 268th Street in Gower.

5:08 p.m.: Animal call on Sycamore in Plattsburg.

5:21 p.m.: Animal call on S. Third Street in Plattsburg.

5:23 p.m.: Animal call on Sycamore in Plattsburg.

6:13 p.m.: Suspicious activity in progress on Center Street in Lathrop.

6:58 p.m.: Medical call on White Street in Edgerton.

9:10 p.m.: Animal call on Burnside Avenue in Plattsburg.

11:48 p.m.: Domestic in progress on E. 116 Highway in Lathrop.

11:48 p.m.: Medical call on E. 116 Highway in Lathrop.

Monday, November 13 3:21 a.m.: Suspicious activity in progress on NE 264th Street in Lathrop.

6:43 a.m.: Vehicle crash on 284th Street in Gower.

7:08 a.m.: Natural cover fire on I-35 in Holt.

7:10 a.m.: Animal call on 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

10:25 a.m.: Vehicle fire on Smith Halferty Lane in Gower.

10:42 a.m.: Illegal dumping on SE Downing Road in

Holt.

10:43 a.m.: Animal call on 169 Highway in Gower.

1:24 p.m.: Disturbance (not in progress) on SE Cheyenne in Lathrop.

2:44 p.m.: Animal call on I-35 in Clinton County.

3:04 p.m.: Animal call on Center Street in Lathrop.

5:45 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on PP Highway in Holt.

5:46 p.m.: Medical call on E. Concord Drive in Plattsburg.

6:23 p.m.: Medical call on Cambridge in Plattsburg.

6:44 p.m.: Medical call on SE 240th Street in Lathrop.

7:51 p.m.: Domestic in progress on SE 214th Street in Lawson.

10:21 p.m.: Medical call on Cleveland Street in Holt.

10:40 p.m.: Medical call on S. Oak Street in Plattsburg.

Ten Years Ago November 21, 2013 • CCR-III School District expected not to deficit spend for the year, projecting to have reserves of $1.8 million at the end of the fiscal

Twenty Years Ago November 20, 2003 • Plattsburg City Council moves closer to establishing an industrial part on the north side of town.

• Platte Valley Bank raises 40 winter coats to help locals during the holiday season.

• After 11-straight victories and a district title, the Plattsburg Tigers football team is eliminated in the state quarterfinals by rival Lawson.

Thirty Years Ago November 18, 1993 • Due to the statewide flooding this year and efforts to mitigate the financial damage, the Clinton County R-III School District expects some state education funding to be unavailable.

Holt.

5:59 p.m.: Suspicious activity in progress on E. 116 Highway in Lathrop.

6:25 a.m.: Medical call on Center Street in Lathrop.

7:25 a.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on I-35 in Lathrop.

8:12 a.m.: Controlled burn on S. C Highway in Plattsburg.

9 a.m.: Controlled burn on N. Y Highway in Plattsburg.

10:25 a.m.: Medical call on 264th Street in Lathrop.

11:09 a.m.: Harassment in progress on N. Main Street in Plattsburg.

11:24 a.m.: Animal call on Center Street in Lathrop.

1:40 p.m.: Medical call on 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

3:32 p.m.: Animal call on 116 Highway in Gower.

4:31 p.m.: Medical call on SE Freeway Farms in Holt.

4:41 p.m.: Medical call on W. Fourth Street in Holt.

5:53 p.m.: Medical call on SE 135th Road in Easton.

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• City of Lathrop to help fund Christmas lights for the Goppert Community Center.

I-35 in Clinton County.

2:39 p.m.: Medical call on W. Walnut Street in Plattsburg.

3 p.m.: Animal call on N. Y Highway in Plattsburg.

4:11 p.m.: Vehicle crash on J Highway in Plattsburg.

4:13 p.m.: Vehicle crash on J Highway in Clinton County.

4:47 p.m.: Vehicle crash on 116 Highway in Clinton County.

5:37 p.m.: Animal call on V Highway in Clinton County.

7:13 p.m.: Vehicle crash on V Highway in Clinton County.

7:14 p.m.: Medical call on V Highway in Clinton County.

7:34 p.m.: Medical call on Z Highway in Trimble.

9:45 p.m.: Medical call on Whitcomb Street in Lathrop.

11:43 p.m.: Medical call on Harrington Lane in Gower.

Wednesday, November 15 2:57 a.m.: Vehicle crash on I-35 in Clinton County.

11:46 a.m.: Medical call on 13 Highway in Polo.

12:47 p.m.: Natural cover fire on NW NN Highway in Plattsburg.

1:10 p.m.: Medical call on Front Street in Holt.

1:25 p.m.: Natural cover fire on NW NN Highway in Thursday, November 16 Tina LivestockPlattsburg.

Market.qxp_Tina Livestock Auction12:28 11/17/23 11:13 AM Page a.m.: Medical call2on Tuesday, November 14 1:44 p.m.: Medical call on State Route H in Agency.

7:09 a.m.: Animal call on 169 Highway in Gower.

5:30 a.m.: Medical call on NW Y Highway in Clinton 2:14 p.m.: Vehicle crash on SE Freeway Farms Drive in County.

9:39 a.m.: Repossession on SE Richey Lane in Holt.

10:10 a.m.: Medical call on NE 162nd Street in Kearney.

10:20 a.m.: Medical call on 435 W. 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682 SE 260th Street in Plattsburg.

Casey & Amelia Flinn, Owners 11:10 a.m.: Animal call on Flicker Avenue in Plattsburg.

12:34 p.m.: Medical call on W. Maple in Plattsburg.

EXPECTING 600 HEAD! 12:36 p.m.: Medical call on Janet Wollard-Complete dispersal - 45 running age angus cows. Spring and fall calvers. Bred angus bulls.

W. Maple in Plattsburg.

Joe Young - 47 angus cows. 3-7yrs old. Bred to sim angus bull. Start calving March 1st. Very fancy set of black 1:01 p.m.: Medical call on angus cows.

116 Highway in Plattsburg.

Max Foster-Complete dispersal - 15 running age cows. Spring calvers bred to angus bull.

2:33 p.m.: Medical call on Tony Kling - 35 angus and sim angus cows. 3-7yrs old. Bred to angus bulls. Start calving late February. Nice set of Main Street in Plattsburg. cows. Raise big calves.

2:42 p.m.: Miscellaneous fire Todd Kanoy - 1 purebred blk Simmi bull. 20 months old. Already semen and triched. on I-35 in Holt.

Steve Borgstadt - 1 purebred 3yr old angus bull and 1 2yr old angus bull. Already tested.

2:48 p.m.: Medical call on S. Jensen farms - 51 angus and angusx cows. 5-8 yrs old. Bred blk angus or hereford bull. 2nd and 3rd stage. Also selling 1 3yr old Hereford bull.

Main Street in Plattsburg.

Tommy Patterson - 10 red angus cows. 4-6yr old. Bred angus. 2nd stage.

3:11 p.m.: Medical call on Z Maurita Rissler - 40 angus and angus cross cow/calf pairs. 3-7yrs old. Most with calves balance 3rd stage.

Highway in Edgerton.

Larry Fox - 16 angus cows. Some other calves balance 3rd stage.

4:30 p.m.: Careless and im-

LOOKING BACK

Five Years Ago November 22, 2018 • The undefeated Lathrop football team thumps Summit Christian Academy 4114 in the Class 2 State Quarterfinals, advancing to the program’s first state semifinal since 1971.

• Tri-County Ambulance ready to host open house for its new, retrofitted location on the west side of Plattsburg on 116 Highway.

• Clinton County R-III School District to consider a no-increase tax issue that could raise $7 million for facility improvements.

• Lathrop mourns the loss of business and community leader Steve Huitt.

prudent driver on 116 Highway in Clinton County.

4:59 p.m.: Vehicle crash on 169 Highway in Gladstone.

8:01 p.m.: Medical call on E. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.

8:47 p.m.: Miscellaneous fire on S. 33 Highway in Lathrop.

9:47 p.m.: Animal call on NE A Highway in Turney.

11:04 p.m.: Medical call on SW Timberlake Drive in Lathrop.

• The East Buchanan Bulldogs football team falls in the Missouri Class 2A Quarterfinals to Pembroke Hill.

The Bulldogs advanced to the round of eight after defeating Plattsburg in the state quarterfinals earlier in the week.

Forty Years Ago November 24, 1983 • Plattsburg High School band, soloists and swingers dance and play music in front of 11,000 people at Missouri State Teachers Association Convention in St. Louis.

• Jodi Raulsten and Steve Elliot named PHS Barnwarming Queen and King.

• Big deals at Howard’s Market this week: Sausage for 99 cents a pound; cans of red beans, four for a buck; Campbell’s tomato soup, 10 cents a can; pot roast for $1.39 per pound.

John Ferguson - 16 angus cows. 8-9yrs old. 2nd and 3rd stage.

Clint Thilking - 1hd 2-1/2 yr old beef master bull and a 18 month old lbw blk angus bull.

Brock farms - 18 angus cow/calf pairs. 4-6 yrs old. Fall calves.

Sanderson farms - 12 cow/calf pairs. 3-7yrs old. They will be 3 n 1’s.

Jeff Rose - 52 angus cows. 4-7yrs old. 15 red angus cows 5-6yrs old. 2nd stage. Bred to blk angus bulls.

Myron Alexander - 25 blk angus cows. Cows coming 3yr olds. Coming with second calf. Start calving March 1st.

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Preston Johnson - 10 angus cow/calf pairs. 3-5yrs old. Calves tagged to match.

Robert Clapp - 34 angus cows. 4-6yrs old. 2nd stage. Bred to angus bulls. Big fancy cows.

Spring Hill Cattle Co - 14 black angus heifer pairs. Fall calves by side tagged to match. Fancy set of high quality heifer pairs. Very gentle. Also 10 spring calving angus cows. 5yrs old.

Terry Feeney-Complete dispersal - 40 angus cows. 3-7yrs old. Bred angus bull. Start calving in March. Some of the nicest cows you will come across.

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A QUICK WORD

THE CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

WHAT’S THE SHAPE OF THE WORLD

Shouting Out Mickey Would Have Been Proud Some Thanks by steve tinnen

leader publisher emeritus

by brett adkison leader editor

Here’s the deal. It’s Thanksgiving. For many, this November holiday is quickly overrun by a red and green onslaught of Christmas music, lights, decorations and shopping deals.

Not today, Santa. You and your army of pintsized, pointy-eared elves can shove off to next month. Today, I’m going to be thankful. And in that spirit, I’m going to share a few things for which I’m thankful.

- Firstly, I’m thankful for the volunteers who make all of these great community events possible. Lathrop, Plattsburg and Gower each benefit from amazing festivals, holiday celebrations, and more. It takes a battalion of selfless people to keep these things going.

- I’m thankful for the state regulators who moved Missouri to peak-use billing for electricity.

Now we all have exciting ways to save money, like doing our housework when we’re asleep or at work!

- I’m thankful for seniors who bounce back from injury. East Buchanan seniors Trevor Klein and Aidan Hensley—two key players on the Bulldogs’ state championship teams—both missed games recently. But tenaciously, they were able to join their brothers on the field for their last battle at Bowling Green. The season didn’t end how they liked, but I’m glad they got to be there for the final bow.

- I’m thankful for Connie Collins, my proofreader, who saves me from looking like a bumpkin several times each week. She’s become one of my favorite teachers, and I never once stepped foot in her classroom.

- I’m thankful for Patrick Lavon Mahomes II and the heartache he’s erased from the Chiefs Kingdom. He’s an artist, but unfortunately, he’s had to throw to a bunch of broken crayons this year.

- I’m thankful for the roundabout at 116 and 69 on the east side of the county. That intersection was like the Bermuda Triangle. Drivers had no idea how to navigate it, even though it was straightforward.

- I’m thankful we don’t have to look at wind turbines in this county.

- Most importantly, I’m thankful for my family.

This was a year of loss for us, but we never let each other fall too far. When there’s a new hole in your heart, the only remedy is gratefulness. It’s been a hard lesson to learn, but a beautiful lesson, too.

- I’m especially thankful for my pitch partner.

He seems to come up with the cards I’m missing.

- Lastly, I’m thankful for all of those who keep our world turning, even when we aren’t looking.

From emergency services to school districts, highwaymen to public servants. I’m even a little thankful (gulp) to our government. We tend to take for granted this expansive infrastructure upon which the greatest nation in history has been built.

We’re too busy throwing political tomatoes at each other to step back and remember who and where we are.

You know you’re growin’ older when... You’re like a long weekend—you’re excited at first, but by the end, you’re ready for it to be over. **** The spirit of the 2023 eightman Plattsburg football team reaches back long before star quarterback Michael ‘Isaia’ Howard was born. In fact, the story goes all the way back to the late 1950s when his great

grandfather, the late Mickey Howard, was a student-athlete at Plattsburg High School.

During his high school days, graduating in 1957, he participated in all sports and was recognized as a leader by being named captain of the Tigers football team. He was also a sprinter on the track squad, later playing football and running on the track team while at Northwest Missouri State University. He was a student-athlete and earned a degree in

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in Plattsburg. They wanted to keep the football legacy of Plattsburg alive with their youth.

That football heritage was part of his son Tim Howard’s upbringing, which was passed on to Tim’s son, Michael—Isaia’s father.

When Isaia was just a youngster, Mickey spotted the athletic gifts possessed by his great grandson. He knew there was a special talent inside the young ||Continued on A6

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Reader Offers a Thanksgiving Wish for Civility You know how it goes.

Republicans are “fascists” and Democrats are “communists.” That’s the way each side has described the other for decades. But in today’s America, those terms are so mild they seem quaint. The former president recently called his political opponents “vermin.” A Republican Senator recently challenged a union official to a fist fight…during a Senate hearing. A former GOP Speaker of the House elbowed a Congressman from his own party in the kidneys, then scooted down a hallway in the Capitol while his colleague called after him, “Chicken!”

The level of civility in America is so low it wouldn’t register on a dipstick.

In Plattsburg, the mayor flies a flag from his front porch that calls the vice president of the United States a whore. On the edge of town, a property owner frequently displays a banner that says something like, “F*#& Biden and if you voted for him F*#& you too.”

The shenanigans of citizens at recent Plattsburg City Council meetings are a tutorial on how a disrespectful few can disrupt local government.

Today, there seems no limit to the nastiness we’re willing to publicly display to each other.

I’m a liberal by nature and remember when Rush Limbaugh first popularized maliciousness toward liberals.

He labeled them “libtards.” To

my mind, his constant barrage of nastiness over the AM radio waves gave permission to his listeners to gleefully spew hate in ways they might otherwise have repressed. Limbaugh’s divisive radio program was the Fort Sumter of the Uncivil War. Sure, those on the left responded. They rebranded Limbaugh’s self-proclaimed “Dittoheads” as “Pin Heads” and worse. And when Donald Trump labeled immigrants as “murderers and rapists” and called certain women “pigs” and “dogs,” Hillary Clinton fell into his trap. She labeled some of his devotees a “basket of deplorables,” a phrase that might have cost her the election.

Here we are in 2023, and the language and vitriol has gotten worse and worse.

Sometimes, I think it’s hopeless.

Then I remember my family. We are five siblings.

Two are liberal. Three are conservatives. When we get together, as we will at Thanksgiving, we understand that we have our differences.

But we also understand that our similarities and our respect for each other far outweigh politics. We trade hugs and share loving stories. Beyond party and beyond petty labels, we are a family. Call me naïve, but maybe there is hope.

Jim Patrico Plattsburg, Mo.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Getting a laugh out of the flag (and the response) To the elderly liberal busy body in Plattsburg, I, too, share your disappointment in the mayor. No, not because of his funny flag, but due to the lame “cop out” of saying it was his wife’s and claiming that “ho” isn’t offensive. It is offensive; that’s why it’s funny. No mayor should let himself be “longhoused,” as they say.

I should let this article pass, but I have a certain disgust with 110 IQ midwits that love to sneer their noses at the rubes. These types don’t possess any sense of virtue or

dignity themselves, but only purely out of bourgeois social signaling to say they are better than these rural plebs.

This is one of the reasons I’ve never entertained moving to Plattsburg. It’s filled with old Democrats who can’t reconcile the profound problems in the Democrat Party and why the county became red. They see themselves as fading rural aristocrats having to suffer from their uneducated and unrefined neighbors.

All sense of dignity and propriety in relation to American politics has long been

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physical education in 1962.

He was the ultimate fan of all sports in Plattsburg and coached a Little League team in Trimble where identical twins, Chris and Cory Wohlford, played on his team. The twins went on to play football on Plattsburg’s state championship team, where the late Cory Wohlford was the quarterback.

Football is where Mickey made one his biggest impacts.

In 1997, he and his wife, Anna, started a youth football league

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dead. It was killed by late night talk show hosts in the 90s and Jon Stewart/Stephen Colbert in the 00s. To cry “uneducated” when someone has a funny flag is merely selective memory on her part. I guarantee you her and her friends have snickered at “Cheeto-man” and similar comments about Trump. Few these days are above it all. We laugh at mockery of those we despise, which is why I found the mayor’s comments hilarious. He managed to sum up my feelings in eight words, whereas this article is taking

me 327 words. Now, that is true wit!

To Mr. Mayor of Plattsburg: I believe we have met, but I will reintroduce myself.

My name is Michael Pyles, 36-year-old union thug, handsome, part-time electrician, resident of Trimble, and campaign donor for your reelection, so long as you keep making these types of people mad.

Michael Pyles II Trimble, Mo.

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Lions Club Senior Dinner Monthly Senior Center Menu

This will be the Gower Lions Club’s 58th year to offer a complete turkey dinner with all the trimmings at the Gower Christian Church AFC building on Saturday, December 2, at noon.

This is for residents of

the East Buchanan School District who are 65 years and older. It is a wonderful time to sit down, eat, enjoy a meal while visiting with friends, neighbors and new friends. We hope you will take this time to enjoy the

repast.

The deadline to let the Lions know is Saturday, November 25. Please call Sondra Brinton at (816) 424-3266. Please leave a message if there is no answer.

Annual Holiday Events

The holiday season is upon us, and a bevy of community events are coming up fast. Below you can find just a few of the events that will be ringing in the season in Clinton County.

- The Plattsburg Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Sip and Shop event downtown on Thursday, November 30, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Shoppers can enjoy wine samples from local wineries, which will be located at different downtown businesses (must be 21 or older to participate).

- The chamber will be sponsoring the Plattsburg Christmas Homes Tour on Sat-

urday, December 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased on the chamber website, Central Bank, Bank of Plattsburg, or at the Community Courtyard on the day of the event.

- The Plattsburg Community Christmas will be December 1 and December 2, beginning with the Tree Lighting Ceremony and Lighted Christmas Parade at 7 p.m. that Friday, Dec. 1. There will be games, train rides, visits with Santa and much more. Visit the Community Christmas on Facebook for a full schedule.

- The Gower Area Chamber

of Commerce will be presenting its annual Christmas in the Park on December 8 and December 9, in downtown Gower.

- The Gower Area Chamber of Commerce is carrying out its annual Shop Gower campaign. Shoppers can get an entry ticket with each visit to participating businesses.

For more, visit the chamber’s Facebook page.

- Middle Road Productions in Lathrop will be hosting its Christmas Wonderland on Saturday, December 9, 7 p.m., including the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting and the Lighted Parade.

DAR Honors Bodenhausen

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution recognizes Helping Hands Across our Communities. Each local chapter is allowed to recognize two individuals, families or organizations each year. The Missouris Shoal Chapter recognized Maurine Bodenhausen at their November meeting for her service to the Plattsburg community.

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Chapter of DAR presents Maurine Bodenhausen with She had a great love for her the recognition. students and expected them to learn and behave. Her dent of the Gathering Place to recognize her with their students respected her and (the local senior center), di- DAR Community Service called her “Mrs. B.” rector of the Plattsburg Food Award.

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Tuesday, Nov. 28 Chicken tetrazzini, lima beans, corn, apricots, wheat bread.

Wednesday, Nov. 29 Hamburger soup, buttered beets, peas, peaches, wheat bread.

Thursday, Nov. 30 Chicken pot pie (veggies in the pie), broccoli, mandarin oranges, wheat bread.

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Plattsburg youths help Missouri Ag Lenders Seminar a household in need by jim bonebrake leader reporter

On Sunday, November 12, the high school and middle school youth group of First Baptist Church in Plattsburg provided some much need assistance for a household in Plattsburg.

The residents of the home consists of a middle-aged mother battling cancer, her son, who is fighting health problems, and a grandmother. Their property was overgrown with small trees, vines and bushes that they couldn’t maintain.

Their property had some city code violations, and as building inspector and code enforcer, I started seeking the possibility of local youth groups that might be willing to do mission work in the communi-

ty. I reached out to several local churches and discovered that most had elderly populations. However, the youth pastor of First Baptist Church, Aaron Gudde, contacted me and he agreed to have his group assist the people and bring their property into code compliance and basically spruce up the property.

Mr. Gudde said his group meets year-round, usually on Wednesday and Sunday evenings. They do one week of mission work out of town. However, one Sunday monthly they meet earlier on that day to do some local mission work.

The group consisted of 13 middle and high school students and arrived on this particular Sunday at approximately noon, supervised

by Mr. Gudde, Ben Gudde, Brie Pederson, and Teresa Scrivens. The students working included Daniella Sanchez, Avery Brunett, Alice Nelson, Remington Gudde, Jazmyne Jones, Mollie Gudde, Emma McCannon, Brooklyn Crowley, Dominic Foster, Chase Florance, Rylan Brunett, Blakely Sowers, Harper Sowers, and Isaish Jones.

The group worked basically nonstop until approximately 3 p.m. and had the better part of the yard significantly cleaned up, at least to the place where it met city codes, and the owners could better manage it this coming spring.

I wish to thank Mr. Gudde and his group for their assistance in assisting this property owner.

St. Joseph, Mo. – Lenders serving Missouri’s agricultural and rural communities are invited to the 43rd Missouri Agricultural Lender Seminar Series hosted by the University of Missouri this fall. Market and Policy outlooks, farm financial conditions, and land values will be presented and discussed

by MU Extension’s Agricultural Business and Policy Program Specialists, and researchers from the Division of Applied Social Sciences Food & Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI) and Rural & Farm Finance Policy Analysis Centers (RaFF).

Field Specialist, Denice

Ferguson, a member of the Agricultural & Business Policy Program is the local contact for the Northwest Missouri location. “This year we are hosting the seminar in St. Joseph, at the Fulkerson Conference Center located on Missouri Western State University’s campus. We’ve been rotating the seminar between St. Joseph and Maryville the past several years explained Ferguson, in an attempt to make the event accessible to lenders across the region at least every other year.”

Ag Lenders Seminar – St. Joseph, December 6th, 2023 from 9:30am-2:30pm

Lunch served.

In-person seminars will cover a wide variety of agricultural finance topics such as: • 2024 Row Crop and Livestock Commodity Outlooks • Production Costs and 2024 Enterprise Budgets • Program updates from the United States Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency and the Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority • Update on local Land Values and Cash Rents • Outlook on Farm Policy and 2023 Farm Bill Update.

Steve Tinnen, Continued from Page A4 man and couldn’t wait to see him showcase them while playing football for the Tigers.

Often the vision of glory doesn’t fit the perceived model. Mickey lost his battle with cancer in January 2020, and his hope that Isaia would lead Plattsburg back to the promised land happened first away from the football field. Last basketball season, Isaia helped lead the Tigers basketball team to a 31-1 record while finishing third in the Missouri Class 2 State Championships.

The change to the eightman football was just the right fit for the fast-break style Howard was used to on the basketball court. That mode of play also allowed the Tigers to field a more representative football team.

Last year’s zero-win football squad turned into district champions and an undefeated team heading into the quarterfinals of the state playoffs last Friday night.

The dream that they would advance and play for a state championship ended with a devastating, last second loss to the South Holt Knights last Friday night. Whether they would even be in the game was in doubt, as they quickly fell behind minutes into the first quarter. A fumble by the Tigers led to a safety, then the Knights added two more touchdowns and jumped out to a 15-0 lead with 3:53 left in the first quarter.

While most teams would have accepted defeat, Howard and his teammates recovered from their rough beginnings. As the scoreboard showed one minute left in the fourth quarter, the Tigers were up 58-54 as a result of a touchdown pass from Howard to Gavin Boyle, and the two-point conversion run by Howard.

It appeared that the Plattsburg Tigers would advance to the state semifinals, but the Knights (and their un-

stoppable running back Kendall Noland and outstanding quarterback Cole Medsker) had other ideas.

They drove down to the Plattsburg one-yard line with six seconds left. After a timeout, Medsker tried a sneak and was met at the goal line and tossed backwards. As the official raised his hand for the touchdown, Plattsburg defenders protested, to no avail. The two-point try failed, but with only four seconds left, the Tigers’ first loss of the season was at hand.

Mickey would have loved the Tigers’ fight and poise as they battled back from the early deficit. Isaia led the team in passing with 297 yards while rushing with 105 yards. He passed for 4 scores and ran for another. Wide receiver Gavin Boyle had 138 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

He wouldn’t have been thrilled about the defense, however, as Noland ran for a remarkable 284 yards on 39 carries and scored five touchdowns. The defense couldn’t hold quarterback Medsker either, as he gained 158 yards and scored four touchdowns.

In all, the Knights’ offense had 521 yards and 33 first downs on 92 plays.

As a result of the last-second victory on the field, the South Holt fans celebrated with fireworks after the game. The players, fans and community of Plattsburg had plenty to celebrate, as well, even with the loss. They found a winning spirit, and the legacy of Tiger football has returned to its former glory. **** Trivia question: Which utensil wasn’t used in the original Thanksgiving meal?

A. Knife; B. Fork; C. Spoon; D. Plate (locate answer close by). **** A grin courtesy of Jim

Nicholson of Honolulu, Hawaii...

A couple in their nineties are both having problems remembering things. During a check-up, the doctor tells them that they’re physically okay, but they might want to start writing things down to help them remember.

Later that night, while watching TV, the old man gets up from his chair. “Want anything while I’m in the kitchen?” he asks.

“Will you get me a bowl of ice cream?”

“Sure.”

“Don’t you think you should write it down so you can remember it?” she asks.

“No, I can remember it.”

“Well, I’d like some strawberries on top, too. Maybe you should write it down, so as not to forget it?”

He says, “I can remember that. You want a bowl of ice cream with strawberries.”

“I’d also like whipped cream. I’m certain you’ll forget that, write it down?” she asks.

Irritated, he says, “I don’t need to write it down, I can remember it! Ice cream with strawberries and whipped cream. I got it, for goodness’s sake!”

Then he toodles into the kitchen. After about 20 minutes, the old man returns from the kitchen and hands his wife a plate of bacon and eggs. She stares at the plate for a moment.

“Where’s my toast?!?”

(Trivia answer: B. Fork. In the time of the Pilgrims, there weren’t forks, and they were just being integrated into the dinner table by the time of the Constitutional Convention in 1787). **** Food for thought: “When wealth is lost, nothing is lost.

When health is lost, something is lost. When character is lost, all is lost.” -Billy Graham

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Thursday, November 23, 2023 • Page A7

East Buch’s Historic run ends in Bowling Green by clint dye

leader reporter

East Buchanan senior quarterback Gage Busby fires down field against Bowling Green in the Class 2 State Quarterfinals. stan schwartz | the pike county news

For 24 straight games, the East Buchanan Bulldogs ruled their gridiron domain.

Their school-record win streak featured a plethora of blowouts, a few close KCI Conference clashes and a pair of dominant state championship victories.

They truly were the top dogs each time they stepped onto the field.

Last Saturday, November 18, that historic streak came to an end when the Bulldogs traveled to Bowling Green and fell to the Bobcats, 50-22, in the Missouri Class 2 State Quarterfinals.

The loss finishes off an

11-1 campaign that saw East Buchanan move up a class and continue playing at a high level—an accomplishment of which head coach Dan Ritter couldn’t be more proud.

“After the game, each varsity coach had a chance to share with the team and especially the seniors just how proud of them we are,” Ritter said. “They have accomplished great things and nothing can take that away.”

Bowling Green’s physicality and bruising running game were on display early in this contest. The Bobcats had three rushing touchdowns to go along with their defensive score in the first quarter.

Success on the ground became the biggest factor in the game, with Bowling Green finishing with over 300 rushing yards.

“For the first time in three years, we met a team that was more physical than us,” Ritter said. “They are a very strong team and we didn’t put our athletes in the best position to match their size and speed.”

Trailing by 30 in the second quarter, East Buchanan found a spark in the form of the returning Trevor Klein. One of the best running backs in program history missed the district championship victory over Mid-Buchanan with appen||Continued on A8

South Holt escapes PHS with a 60-58 victory

Plattsburg finished the we were all hurting. I just season with an official re- told them to not let the outPlattsburg’s historic first cord of 9-1 (10-1 when come of this game steal the season in eight-man football counting an exhibition vic- joy of the overall season. We ended Friday in a wild con- tory over Maysville) and an accomplished so much and test that featured more than eight-man district champi- these kids have helped cre1,000 yards of combined of- onship. It was an impressive ate some stability within this fense and seven lead chang- turnaround for a program program through their comthat went winless the previ- mitment and hard work. In es in the second half alone. the end, I told them I loved The last lead change ous season in Class 1.

That does little to ease them and that I was fortucame in the final seconds when South Holt quarter- the pain for the Tigers, who nate to be their coach. I will back Cole Medsker sneaked were ranked fourth in the miss the seniors. They are into the end zone from a state and had their eyes set great kids.”

Before Plattsburg could yard out, giving the South on advancing to the semifipush the second-ranked Holt Knights a 60-58 vic- nals.

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Plattsburg Football, Continued from Page A7 and a pair of rushing touchdowns. Undeterred, the Tigers scored 30 points in the second quarter and carried a 36-33 lead into halftime.

“I was proud of our kids for not letting things get out of hand after an abysmal first quarter,” said Boswell. “The big thing is that we were able to get going offensively near the end of the first quarter to where we were at least able to trade scores most of the second quarter.”

The two teams traded touchdowns for the rest of the game.

It appeared South Holt would pull away for good in the middle of the fourth quarter. After scoring a touchdown to go ahead 5450, South Holt was able to intercept a Plattsburg pass near the goal line to keep the Tigers from responding.

With their methodical running game, South Holt had an opportunity to put the game away on the ensuing possession. But Plattsburg buckled down and forced

South Holt to turn the ball over on downs with 1:40 remaining.

“That interception really hurt,” Boswell said.

“What was really frustrating is that the ball hit the ground and we couldn’t get the officials to overturn their call.

Our defense just wasn’t getting stops and anytime we tried to switch something up to get South Holt behind the chains, they would break a big run. It really was a helpless feeling. However, we have always had the ability to score quickly, so our kids just had to focus on getting a stop. Our kids refused to give up on defense after that.”

Quarterback Isaia Howard hit Gavin Boyle for an eight-yard touchdown to go ahead 58-54 with just a minute remaining in the contest.

However, a minute was just enough for South Holt to punch in the decisive score.

For the game, Howard completed 15 of his 29 pass attempts for four touch-

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(Above) Players for South Holt and Plattsburg try to cover up a fumble Friday in the eight-man state quarterfinals at PHS. (Right) Plattsburg senior Rylan Langton outjumps a South Holt defender on a pass play on Friday, nearly coming up with the catch. brett adkison | the leader

downs while throwing a pair of interceptions. He also led the Tigers in rushing with 105 yards and a touchdown on just 10 carries. He also pulled in a five-yard touchdown pass from Jaiveon

Grayson and racked up nine tackles.

Boyle had six catches for 138 yards and two touchdowns. Rylan Langton had five receptions for 123 yards and two touchdowns. Donte

Bingham ran for 65 yards and two scores on just four carries. Gavin Carter had three catches for 29 yards.

On defense, Bingham had 14 tackles on the night.

Boyle had eight tackles and Dakota Rankin had six tackles and eight assists. Langton had an interception and Carter recovered a pair of fumbles.

East Buchanan Football, Continued from Page A7 dicitis and came back for one final stand-out performance.

Klein carried the ball ten times for 76 yards with two touchdowns, hauled in eight catches for 54 yards, had four kick-off returns for 36 yards and ten total tackles.

In the third quarter East Buchanan continued to fight, scoring on a 17-yard touchdown pass between senior Gage Busby and junior Trey Johnson.

“There is no quit in these young men,” Ritter said. “I was waiting for someone to place blame on others but it never happened.

They took accountability and worked hard to fix it.

We responded in the second half. It just wasn’t enough.”

Busby had a strong performance in his final time wearing a Bulldog helmet.

He completed 15 of 26 passes for 119 yards and one touchdown.Senior Mason Brown hauled in two of those catches for 26 yards while fellow senior Aidan Hensley finished with three catches of his own for 19 yards.

On the defensive side of the ball, Hensley had nine total tackles, as did seniors

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A Bowling Green defender can only watch as East Buchanan senior Trevor Klein reels in a pass Saturday in the Class 2 quarterfinals. stan schwartz | the pike county news

Nick Klein, Kade Jones and Aidan Rhoad.

Even though this season didn’t end with East Buchanan hoisting a thirdstraight state championship, it was a season that continued the standard of excel-

lence that had been built in the previous three seasons— something Ritter knows his players will feel proud of in the future. “ Tw e n t y - f o u r- g a m e win streak. That’s hard to do in any sport,” Ritter said.

“Those kids hadn’t lost a game in fifteen months.

That’s pretty special. It’s hard to reflect on it now but I think everyone will be even more impressed with it years from now.”

Lathrop opens basketball season by brett adkison leader editor

As schools prepare for Thanksgiving break, student-athletes are heading indoors for the winter sports season.

Lathrop tipped off its basketball season with a

roadtrip north to face GRC foe Gallatin on Friday, November 17. The Lady Mules notched a 52-39 victory, while Gallatin came away with the win on the boys side, 60-44.

For the Lady Mules, senior Kaitlyn Morgan led

the way with 15 points and four rebounds to go with three steals. Freshman Jacie Kassanavoid put up 10 point with eight rebounds, three assists and three steals.

Senior Keylie Beane put up seven points with eight steals, six rebounds and

five assists. Senior Autumn Nichols scored 10 points with five rebounds. Audrey Davis added six points.

Senior Kyle Morgan had a big night despite the loss, pouring in 22 points with seven rebounds. ||Continued on A12

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Hwy. East of Modern. 816.597.3331. www.kingsvillelivestock.com fwda --------------------------Summers Crop Services, LLC in Lathrop.

Fertilizer & lime applications. Call Curtis Summers for a free quote. 816564-7116, fwda --------------------------Osborn Livestock Auction located 7 miles West of Cameron on Hwy 36, Osborn, MO. Sale every Wednesday at 10AM. 816-6752424 fwda --------------------------Tina Livestock Market. 435 W 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682. Call 660-622-4214. www.tinalivestockmarket.com fwda ---------------------------

FOR RENT Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single &

PUBLIC HEARING Kyle S. and Tina L. Long of Cameron, MO have applied to the Clinton County Planning and Zoning Commission for a Minor Subdivide of a 29.80 acre parcel into 10.00 acre, and 19.80 acre lots. Rezone of both lots to Ag-B. Property is located on the South side of NE 292nd St., East of US Hwy 69, West of NE Tri County Line Rd., Cameron, MO. Section 36; Township 56N; Range 30W. The Public Hearing will be held Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 7:00 pm in the Community Room in the basement of the Clinton County Courthouse. All interested parties should attend.

Clinton County Planning and Zoning Tricia “P.J.” Knight - Administrator (11/16, 11/23/23)

PUBLIC HEARING The Clinton County Planning & Zoning Commission will have a Public Hearing on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 7:10 p.m., in the Community Room of the Clinton County Courthouse. All interested parties should attend. The purpose of the meeting is to consider Ordinance-Related Clarifications and/or Updates to comply with FAA Guidelines by amending Sections 1, 2, 8, 13, 14, and 21.

These changes and clarifications are regarding Minimum Width Requirements of Manufactured Homes and/or Mobile Homes, Removal of Sign Deposits for Public Hearing Notice, Increasing number of days from application to Public Hearing scheduled for Special Use Permit, Changing the Right of Use for Private Landing Strips in Ag-A to comply with FAA Guidelines, Increase the Height of Structures allowed in Industrial Zones for Electric Generating Plants, and Increasing Fees for Special Use Permit Applications in the Clinton County Zoning and Subdivision Order (last amended July 11, 2023).

These Ordinances can be accessed online at https://clintoncomo.org/wpcontent/uploads/2023/07/Clinton-Co-Zoni ng-Order-Amended-07-11-2023.pdf or you may contact the Zoning Office at 816-5393722 for additional information.

Clinton County Planning and Zoning Tricia “P.J.” Knight - Administrator (11/16, 11/23/23)

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.

--------------------------Multiple houses and apartments for rent in Hale MO. first months rent and deposit. No pets. Background check required. Available starting December 1st. Taking Applications now. Private owners. call 660645-2269 or 660649-2316.

--------------------------For Rent: Cameron Commercial, Next to Walmart great loca-

tion and visibility. 3 units available December 1st. 2023.

For information call 816-724-5538.

--------------------------PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: “All rental property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” "We will not knowingly accept any advertising for rental property which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis."

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Pest-A-Cator & PestA-Cator Plus electric insect & rodent repeller. No chemicals, just plug it in. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, Trenton, 660-3593660.

--------------------------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!

--------------------------HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-2891935 or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different" ---------------------------

The East Buchanan C-1 School District encourages qualified persons interested in running for a position on the school board to file as a candidate for the Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Municipal Election. The District will accept filings at Central Office located at 100 Smith Street, Gower, Mo. Filing will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 5th, and continue during the District’s regular business hours, which are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The last day to file is on Tuesday, December 26th from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Candidates filing will be listed on the ballot in the order specified in G-235-P. Filing will not occur on holidays when Central Office is closed which are as follows: The Central Office will close for Christmas Break on December 19, 2023, at 12:30 p.m. and not reopen until January 4, 2024. The Central Office will open December 26, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the final day of filing. Except for the first and last day of filing, filing will not occur on days that the school district's central offices are closed due to inclement weather. Filing will only occur on the first and last days during inclement weather if it is safe for the staff to travel to the office.

There are 2 three-year Board Member positions available.

MEMBERS UP FOR REELECTION ARE: DEAN WALKUP and ANDREA WILSON (11/23, 11/30/23) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Default having been made in the payment of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Charles Bowers and Jessica Bowers, husband and wife, dated March 25, 2020 and recorded on March 26, 2020 as Document No. 202000839, Office of Recorder of Deeds, Clinton County, Missouri. The Successor Trustee will on December 12, 2023, between the hours of 9:00 o'clock A.M. and 5:00 P.M. more particularly at 11:00AM, at the Clinton County Courthouse, 211 North Main St., West Front door, Plattsburg, MO 64477, sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash, the following real estate: LOT TWO (2), SANTA FE EAST, A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION THREE (3), TOWNSHIP FIFTY-FIVE NORTH, RANGE THIRTYTHREE WEST, CITY OF GOWER, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. AND LOT THREE (3), SANTA FE EAST, A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION THREE (3), TOWNSHIP FIFTY-FIVE NORTH, RANGE THIRTYTHREE WEST, CITY OF GOWER, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. For the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust.

S&W Foreclosure Corporation Successor Trustee Pub Commences November 16, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICES Because The People Must Know

IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Case Number: 23CN-PR00081 In the Estate of MARGIE CAROL JOHNSON, Deceased.

Notice of Letters Testamentary Granted (Independent Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of MARGIE CAROL JOHNSON, Decedent: On October 30, 2023, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, PAMELA JEAN MCBRIDE was appointed the personal representative of the estate of MARGIE CAROL JOHNSON, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of CLINTON COUNTY, Missouri. 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.

The personal representative's business address is: 10952 N Hwy 33, Osborn, MO 64474 The personal representative's attorney's name, business address and phone number is: D. Shane Murphy, 302 Platte Clay Way-Suite 108, PO Box 77, Kearney, MO 64060 (816) 903-3456 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 six-month 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: November 6, 2022 Date of first publication: November 9, 2023 /s/ Jessy Schulz Clerk Receipt 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.

(11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/23) IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Case Number: 23CN-PR00084 In the Estate of WILLIAM CHAPPELL, Deceased.

Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Independent Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of WILLIAM CHAPPELL, Decedent: On NOVEMBER 1, 2023 , the following individual was appointed the personal representative(s) of the estate of WILLIAM CHAPPELL, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of CLINTON COUNTY, Missouri.

The personal representative's business address and phone number is: JASON CHAPPELL, 1523 CLEO CT, HIGH RIDGE, MO 63049 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.

The personal representative's attorney's name, business address and phone number is: JENNIFER McKINLEY, 2001 N 36TH ST, ST. JOSEPH, MO 64056 (816)643-3336.

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 six-month 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: 21-AUG-2023 Date of first publication: 9-NOV-2023

LLG File No.23-038784 By: LOGS Legal Group LLP www.LOGS.com Xome Purported address: 502 Santa Fe Dr, Gower, MO 64454-9191 Publication Dates: 11/16/23, 11/23/23, 11/30/23, 12/07/23 (11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/23)

/s/ J. Schulz Clerk Receipt 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.

(11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/23)

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LEGALS

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Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-3594100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re your shelter.ShelterInsurance.com Tdtf ---------------------------

NOTICES THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP 1736 East 9th St. 359-3313.

Premium Diesel,

Gas, 10% Ethanol – CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE – Mastercraft and Yokohama tires. Tdtf --------------------------Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlauto supply.com ---------------------------

EMPLOYMENT Sunnyview Nursing Home has job open-

ings 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 --------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking an Academic Affairs Assistant. This is a

PUBLIC NOTICE The 3-year term of office on the Board of Directors of (Consolidated) Public Water Supply District No. 4 of Clinton County, Missouri will expire in the spring of 2024, Chapter 247.060 RSMo., as follows: Sub-district No. 2 Current Board Member, Jan Michael Gerling Sub-district No. 3 Current Board Member, Jeff Streeter Anyone desiring to become a candidate must make written filing with the District Clerk at any time after 8:00 a.m. on December 5, 2023, and before 4:30 p.m. on December 26, 2023. The District Office is located at 8544 SE V Hwy, Lathrop, MO. A member of the Board of Directors must be a registered voter who resides in the sub-district he or she represents, must have no delinquent taxes, must be at least 25 years of age, and must have resided in the sub-district for at least one year prior to his or her election or if not a voter or resident of said district, shall have received service from the district at his or her primary place of residence one whole year immediately prior to his or her election.

Laurie Ahart District Clerk (11/23/23) IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Case Number: 23CN-PR00074 In the Estate of John Holder, a Disabled Person.

Notice of Appointment of Conservator To All Persons Interested in the Estate of John Holder, a Disabled Person: On NOVEMBER 8, 2023, Nancy Wingate was appointed conservator(s) of the estate of John Holder, a person adjudicated disabled under the laws of Missouri by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of CLINTON COUNTY, Missouri.

The business address of the conservator is: 6437 NE Crouch Rd Turney, MO 64493 All creditors of said disabled person are notified to file their claims in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court 207 N. Main St Plattsburg, MO 64477 Date of first publication 11.16.2023.

(Publication to run 4 consecutive weeks) /s/ J. Schulz Clerk (11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/23)

full-time position with benefits included. Interested applicants should visit www.ncmissouri.edu /jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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SERVICES 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, 660-684-6404 --------------------------JAMESPORT BUILDERS, 660684-6931, 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport. POLE BARNS – GARAGES, Spray foam insulation.

--------------------------*SEAMLESS GUTTERING* We are ready to replace your old gutters with new seamless aluminum

THE CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

gutters! MOORE’S CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience.

--------------------------Willing Workers LLP - Do you need your siding or roof replaced? Give Willing Workers a call today for a FREE estimate...

660-9735694, John Kramer, 17594 St. Hwy. 190, Jamesport, MO 64648 ---------------------------

Notice of Filing Dates for General Municipal Election April 2, 2024 Declarations of candidacy for the position of Director of Subdistrict No. 2 and Director of Subdistrict No. 3 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 5, 2023, and ending at 5:00p.m. on December 26, 2023, 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 (11/16, 11/23/23)

CLINTON COUNTY R-III BOARD FILING DATE 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 2, 2024 election. Filing dates for candidates are open from Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. and close on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 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, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. until Wednesday, January 3, 2024 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 26, 2023 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 Keith Carnie and Nick Wade.

(11/23, 11/30/23)

SEEKING NOMINEES Clinton County SWCD Board of Supervisors Let it be known that the Clinton County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold an election for one supervisor in each of two different territories in the county on February 1 to February 20, 2024. Anyone that owns a farm in Territory 1 (Lafayette and Atchison Townships) or Territory 3 (Shoal and Lathrop Townships), and meets the qualifications listed below, may be considered as a candidate in the election. You may submit your name for participation in the election by completing the self-nomination form and delivering it to the district by 4:30 P.M. on November 30, 2024.

The self-nomination form is available online at Clinton County | Missouri Soil and Water (mosoilandwater.land) or in person at the district office (see contact info below).

Supervisors of the district administer district policies and programs, district personnel, and cost-share funding made available by the one-tenth-of-one-percent parks, soils and water sales tax. During fiscal year 2 023, the district provided $515,023.31 of cost-share funds to landowners to assist with installing agricultural erosion control and water quality practices.

The qualifications required to be a supervisor are: 1. Being a land representative from the district (10 CSR 70-4.010 (1) (I)). A land representative is defined as the owner or representative authorized by power of attorney of any farm lying within an area proposed to be established, and subsequently established, as a soil and water conservation district under Chapter 278, RSMo. Each farm is entitled to representation by a land representative: provided, however that the land representative is a taxpayer of the county within which the soil and water district is located.

2. Residing in, or owning a farm in, the area from which he/she is nominated where there is an expiring term.

3. Being a cooperator of the district, defined as, "a person who is actively engaged in farming and practices conservation activities related to agriculture".

4. Being a current resident and tax-paying citizen of the county for at least two years preceding the election date.

5. Be eighteen (18) years of age or older by the election date.

Clinton County Soil and Water Conservation District 816-539-2136 ext. 3 taylor.shrewsbury@swcd.mo.gov 1800 W HWY 116 Plattsburg, MO 64477 (11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/23)

The Gower Fire Protection District of Buchanan/Clinton County will hold an election for two Board Member positions each for a two year term at the General Municipal Election, Tuesday April 2, 2024. The FIRST day to file a Declaration of Candidacy for a Board Member Position is Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. Filing will remain open through Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Anyone qualified to file for the position, shall file at the district office, 407 US 169 Highway, Gower, MO 64454 during regular business hours, excluding holidays, or you can contact Elizabeth Gibson at 712-355-8088 with any questions.

(11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/23)

PUBLIC NOTICE The Tri-County Ambulance District will hold an election on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 for the purpose of electing board members from District 3 and 6 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 5, 2023 at 8 a.m. and the last date for filing will be December 26, 2023 at 5 p.m.

Tri-County Ambulance District Board Carol Sander, Secretary (11/23, 11/30/23)

BUY - SELL TRADE -BIG NASTY'S GUNS & AMMO - Stop in and see us at our New Location - 1515 E. 9th Street, Trenton, MO. Nathan Rorebeck, 660-6350469, www.bignastys.com --------------------------RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital on Iowa Blvd in Trenton. 5 Unit sizes available. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 660-359-7683.

--------------------------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.

--------------------------Carquest Auto Parts T & L Auto Supply, Inc., 1823 East 9th, Trenton, 359-2268, tlautosupply.com. Monday-Friday, 7-5, Saturday, 7:30-12.

--------------------------Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800-

425-0976 or 4856611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience.

--------------------------Mid-States Services is now offering: Fiber Optic installs in rural Trenton! MidStates will STILL WAIVE the $150 installation free for those who sign up NOW! Sign up TODAY by calling 660-359-2045 or at h t t p : / / w w w. m i d states.net.

4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683.

--------------------------Offutt, Offutt & Associates Auction Service. Land, farm, and Home. Free Appraisals. Cameron, MO. 816-724-3214 --------------------------Highly experienced math teacher now offering tutoring from elementary to college with reasonable rates. Local and serving areas from Cameron to Trenton.

Please call 520-7098035. No texting.

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NO HUNTING DIRECTORY

All hunting, fishing, swimming, and trespassing on land owned or controlled by the undersigned is hereby forbidden, except with the permission of the owner.

(Names added to this list for $25 per year. ADVANCE payment only.)

PLATTSBURG

Sylvia Conner Sandra Wiedmaier All lands leased by Brandon Stevens Sloan Farms Hales Farms Redburns’ Lucky Star Ranch King Farm

TURNEY GOWER

Emmett O. Auxier Farm

3-24 3-24 3-24 10-24 10-24 11-25 10-23 10-24

LATHROP

David Adam 3-24 Kenneth Turner 5-24 Additional Areas Available: TRIMBLE

CALL (816) 539-2111 To be added to the No Hunting Directory

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LEGALS

THE CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

LAUHOFF JEWELRY Downtown Chillicothe 620 Washington St. Open Monday-Friday 9:00-5:30, Saturday 9:00-1:00. 660-6463504 www.lauhoffjewelry. com --------------------------PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 660359-3699-shop, 660-359-2202-

home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 75’ bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured.

Free Estimates!

--------------------------Country Discount Store 19939 State Highway D Hamilton,

Notice of Filing dates for April 2024 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 2, 2024. 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 5, 2023 and ending at 4:30 p.m. on December 26, 2023, 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 (11/23, 11/30/23)

MO. Dog food. Fresh Brown Eggs. Much, much more! Come check out our Specials!! CASH OR CHECK ONLY. ---------------------------

AGRICULTURE Buying standing walnut, oak & cottonwood timber. Cash or on shares. Call Mike at 816-248-3091 ---------------------------

PAYING $75/ACRE FOR RENTAL PASTURE. Will consider any size and location. 816-288-9060 --------------------------WANTED FARM GROUND - I am looking for row crop ground to cash rent.

Call Brad 816-2843689.

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The Clinton County Commissioners will accept bids for the replacement of outer aluminum storefront door at the Sheriff’s office entrance. This will include installation of door and frame including opener and push button package for ADA compliance.

Please contact the clerk’s office at 816539-3713 for more information on the specifications and any questions about the bid. Bids will be due by November 30, 2023. Bids can be hand delivered or mailed to the Clinton County Clerk, 207 N Main, Rm. 103, Plattsburg, Mo. 64477.

THE CLINTON COUNTY COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS, WAIVE ANY INFORMALITIES OR TECHNICALITIES AND TO ACCEPT THE BID THAT IS IN THE BEST INTEREST OF CLINTON COUNTY. (11/23, 11/30/23)

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Send your Legal Notices to Becca Giesken at legals@clintoncountyleader.com 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 2, 2024, for the purpose of electing the following officials: Two Year Term - Mayor 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 5, 2023, and the closing date for filing for the above offices is December 26, 2023 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 25th & 26th for Christmas.

Lisa Read City Clerk (11/23, 11/30/23)

EAST BUCHANAN COUNTY C-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT Consideration of Project Pursuant to Section 177.088, Revised Statutes of Missouri, as amended Notice is hereby given to those persons residing within the East Buchanan County C-1 School District (the "District") that on December 18, 2023 commencing at 7:00 p.m. in the District's High School Library the Board of Education is considering a capital facilities lease financing to provide funds for the construction, equipping, and furnishing of a new Middle School; and to complete other repairs and improvements to the existing facilities of the District, pursuant to Section 177 .088, Revised Statutes of Missouri, as amended.

By order of the Board of Education of the East Buchanan County C-1 School District this 20th day of November, 2023 Beth E. Carr Secretary, Board of Education (11/23, 11/30/23)

Community

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THE CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

All-KCI, All-District Recognitions All-State Honors

Lathrop All-District Volleyball Gabby Breuer – First Team Kara Seeley – Second Team Jacie Kassanavoid – Second Team Lily Dietrich – Honorable Mention All-KCI Volleyball Gabby Breuer – First Team Kara Seeley – Second Team Jacie Kassanavoid – Second team McKinlee Capp – Honorable Mention All-District Softball Kaitlyn Morgan – First Team IF Audrey Davis – Second Team IF Alayna Williams – Second Team Utility Keylie Beane – Second Team Outfield All-Region Softball Kaitlyn Morgan

All-KCI Football Keaton Coots – Second Team RB/LB Michael McFarland – Honorable Mention DL/OL Carson Clay – Honorable Mention LB Plattsburg All-District Volleyball Letecia Howard – Second Team All-KCI Volleyball Letecia Howard – Honorable Mention Reece Biggerstaff – Honorable Mention All-District Softball Julia James – First Team IF Lillian Schmitten – First Team Catcher Sophie Schmitten – First Team OF Penelope Irizarry – First Team Pitcher Madison Huke – Second Team OF

Addison Ford – Second Team IF

All-KCI Softball Julia James – First Team Shortstop Sophie Schmitten – First Team Outfield Addison Ford – Honorable Mention Second Base East Buchanan All-District Volleyball Rilyn Sherwood – First Team Holly Caylor – First Team Kylie Clark – Second Team Zora Whitt – Second Team Anna Kenagy – Honorable Mention All-KCI Volleyball Holly Caylor – First Team Rilyn Sherwood – First Team Kylie Clark – Second Team Zora Whitt – Second Team Anna Kenagy – Honorable Mention

All-District Softball Abigail Archdekin – First Team Catcher All-KCI Softball Abigail Archdekin – First Team Catcher All-KCI Football First Team Gage Busby QB Trevor Klein RB Barrett Veatch G Kade Jones T Tucker Musser C Aidan Hensley WR Nick Klein LB Aidan Hensley CB Mason Brown Safety Chase Meers DT Wyatt Parker DT Aidan Rhoad DE Second Team Corbin Allen – G Mason Brown WR Gavin Utz – K Kade Jones LB Kyler Paxton LB Nathaniel Fortney CB Trevor Klein Safety Honorable Mention Barrett Veatch DT Coleson Orstad DE Wyatt Parker Punter Aidan Rhoad TE

Congratulations to Plattsburg softball player Sophie Schmitten (above) and East Buchanan volleyball player Rilyn Sherwood (below) for being named Missouri AllState for their stellar play in 2023. leader file photo

MoDOT Work

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Liberty Hospital Heart Center With 24-hour access to the area’s leading cardiac specialists and a nationally accredited chest pain center, we are proud to be your home for better heart health. Ranked in the top 10 percent nationally for superior heart attack care, we provide full spectrum care – from emergency intervention to prevention, testing, rehabilitation, education and more. libertyhospital.org/heartcenter 816.407.5430

This is where health happens.

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. 20-26.

Most routine work zones will stop for the Thanksgiving holiday, but some longterm work zones and closures will remain in place.

If possible, work zones will stop at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 22 and may resume as early as 6 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 24.

Caldwell County Route 13 – CLOSED from Mill Creek Drive to Route

P for the first stage of a resurfacing project from the south city limits of Hamilton to just north of Route HH in Kingston through December 2023 Clinton County Route NN – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Castile Creek Bridge through December 2023.

I-35 – Concrete replacement northbound from mile mark-

er 44 to mile marker 47, through November 2023.

The road will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock with a 12-foot width restriction.

I-35 – Concrete replacement southbound from mile marker 46.5 to mile marker 43, through November 2023.

The road will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock with a 12-foot width restriction.

Basketball, From Page A8

Brayden Pritchett scored nine points with four steals.

Max Gagnon scored five points, while Eli McKinley and Gabe Watkins each pulled in five rebounds.

The East Buchanan boys opened their season with a 79-56 victory against Trenton on Tuesday, with the girls winning 36-28. The Plattsburg girls also opened the year with a 61-30 win against Excelsior Springs.

Be sure to check back with The Leader to catch all of the sports action.