The Leader • 10-05-23

LEADER CLINTON COUNTY

October 5 , 2023 | Plattsburg, Lathrop and Gower, Mo $1.00 | “Covers Clinton County Like Dew

EAST BUCHANAN SCHOOLS

District narrows EBMS work to three firms

During the East Buchanan Board of Education meeting Monday, September 18, the board narrowed the number of firms that could possibly take charge of the new middle school construction

2023 Fall Festival next week

The 2023 Plattsburg Fall Festival will offer more than three days of fun this month, giving everyone a reason to “Fall in Love with the ‘Burg!”

The festival will begin this year on Wednesday, October 11, with the Miss Plattsburg and Junior Miss Pageants at 7 p.m. at the Plattsburg High School performing arts center. The Senior Gray Tiger contest winners will also be announced that evening. Residents can vote for the winners with their pennies at certain locations (see the festival’s Facebook page for locations).

The winners of the pageants will be announced Thursday evening, October 12, as part of the opening ceremonies at the Community Courtyard beginning at 7 p.m. The ceremonies will also include the DAR leading the Pledge of Al-

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Work Moves Along

Work continues at a quick pace on the new Dollar General in Lathrop, which will be a DG Market. A similar store was recently built in Lawson. The new Dollar General in Lathrop is also on 116 Highway, just west of Hamilton Bank. Casey’s General Store has also submitted a site plan for a location on I-35 in Lathrop. brett adkison | the leader

down to the final three.

Universal, A.J. Mueller, and Nabholz made the final list. The board hopes to eventually contract with one firm to take the lead in the construction. They will start negotiating with Universal, and if no contract can be reached, move to

the next two on the list. The board also discussed the pros and cons of relinquishing ownership of #5 School House. This appeared to be somewhat of a complicated issue. The building only (no property) was given to the Gower School District some-

time early in 1950 for $1 and was to be used for educational purposes. Board minutes from February 24, 1950, show the district taking ownership, and the building has been used to date by #5 Community Club for educational activities.

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LATHROP R OYALTY

See what will be on the menu for the month of October at the Gathering Place in downtown Plattsburg.

The Lathrop Police Department is prepared to investigate a report on an alleged attempted child abduction that happened Monday evening in Lathrop.

News of the possible abduction attempt on Park Street on the north side of town spread on social media Monday evening. Lathrop Police Chief Dave Speiser said Tuesday that the initial report was made to the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department and he anticipated

Congratulations to Lathrop seniors McKinlee Clapp and Kyle Morgan, who were crowned 2023 Lathrop Homecoming Queen and King on Friday, September 29, at LHS. The Mules football team fought tough that night but fell to Hamilton 14-0. For more photo coverage from Homecoming, turn to page A6 of this edition of The Leader. brett adkison | the leader

PLATTSBURG

A New Home for Clinton County Extension

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legiance, opening remarks from City Administrator Chase Waggoner, the national anthem performed by the PHS choir, announcement of the 2023 grand marshall and more.

Also that evening, the Troop 66 chili supper will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the courtyard. The Jones and Company Carnival will run from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

East Buchanan School Board,

The building sits on land owned by Lanna and Gene Amos, and they wish to put a new roof on the building to ensure it stays structurally sound. The board discussed the pros and cons of relinquishing the building to Amoses. It was finally decided that the district had no interest in taking on the additional liability. They voted to issue a statement that the district wished to relinquish any claim to the building, giving ownership to the Amoses.

The board also voted 7-0 to add the curriculum director to eligible staff for the Career Ladder program. The cost of this addition will be $3,000 annually, and that amount is not reimbursable from state funds.

The board also approved the Continuous School Improvement Plan (CSIP), understanding this is not the final plan and end goals need to be determined. The final plan should be pre-

sented to the board at the October board meeting.

The board discussed the possible annexation of the district-owned land on which the new middle school will be built into the City of Gower. It was finally decided to seek annexation for all the land east of the farm to ensure there is ample space if the first construction site is found unsuitable. Benefits to the district include lower water and sewer rates, as well as law enforcement protection through the city. The final vote was to annex 22 acres to what is already in the city limits.

Superintendent Dr. John Newell informed the board that the new staff will participate in a reception prior to the October board meeting. The bus barn received the 2023 Fleet of Excellence Award from the Highway Patrol. This means that the bus inspections scored above 90% for the fleet.

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ducting a lead pipe survey within the district, which must be concluded by January 2024. He also encouraged the board to familiarize themselves with Senate Bill 190, which would freeze property taxes for patrons who are social security eligible. There appear to be several questions related to this bill. However, the counties must pass legislation approving this freeze in property taxes.

He also informed the board that the district had applied for a safety grant of $70,000 to be used to purchase bullet proof film for the district windows.

Special Services Director Heidi Shoemaker informed the board that the preschool has eight children attending and they are adapting to the setting. At the beginning of the board meeting, Deanna Matthews and Jodie Parkhurst provided the board with an overview of the summer program called

Boredom Busters. This program included life-based activities for fourth graders.

There were six elementary teachers as well as three middle school teachers participating each Wednesday during the month of July for five hours. Each day there were approximately 20 to 25 students participating in activities ranging from geology, force and motion, air movement and water. The PTO supplied the materials for this program.

Two participating students, Josie Kriley and Maverick Oswald, both shared their perception of the program and a brief overview of the activities with the board members and audience.

With no further business to discuss, the board voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. The next scheduled board meeting will be held on Monday, October 23.

On Friday, October 13, the Clinton County 4-H Scholarship Dinner will run from 4:30 p.m. until they sell out at the courtyard. There will be a pumpkin decorating contest from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the courtyard parking lot; snack walk will be at 6 p.m. and the carnival will run from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturday will be packed with events, beginning early with the Plattsburg Masonic Lodge pancake breakfast starting at 6 a.m. and the Booster Club breakfast at the courtyard starting at 7 a.m.

Both vendor row and Lakeside Bounce Inflatables will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Gathering Place 50-50 raffle will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

with the winner announced at 7 p.m.

American Legion Post 97 will serve hotdogs and chips starting at 10 a.m. and Morgan’s Menagerie will be north of the post office from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Fall Festival parade begins at 11 a.m. (line-up at Perkins Park at 10 a.m., see the Fall Festival’s Facebook page on entry details!). There will be ax throwing and laser tag starting at noon, as well as the Jones and Company Carnival. There will be a car show around 1:30 at Central Bank; the Artistry in Motion dancers will perform on Broadway at 1:30 p.m.

Creatures by Teresa will be at 2:30 p.m. in the courtyard parking lot. There will be a beer garden and live musc from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the courtyard parking lot, and inside will be the Fall Festival barbecue dinner starting at 5:30 p.m.

Sunday will include a community church service at the courtyard at 11 a.m. For more information and a full schedule, be sure to visit the festival on Facebook.

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receiving their report later that day.

A second possible abduction attempt was mentioned on social media, but Chief Speiser said law enforcement have been notified of just one incident, thus far.

The chief urged residents to stay vigilant and keep a watchful eye. He added that any descriptive information that can be obtained in such events will be key in finding possible perpetrators.

The Clinton County University of Missouri Extension welcomed visitors Monday to their new home at 100 S. Y Highway in Plattsburg (the former Tri-County Ambulance building), hosting an open house with food, fun and more. The Plattsburg Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the Extension that afternoon. brett adkison | the leader

Clinton County Sheriff’s Weekly Activity Report

Friday, September 22

10:09 a.m.: Medical call on I-35 in Cameron.

11:08 a.m.: Medical call on Second Street in Trimble.

12:27 p.m.: Animal call in Plattsburg.

3:22 p.m.: Medical call on Y Highway in Plattsburg.

4:06 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on I-35 in Clinton County.

4:51 p.m.: Animal call on SE Cayuse in Lathrop.

5:33 p.m.: Medical call on E. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.

11:17 p.m.: Residential alarm on S. Birch in Plattsburg.

11:37 p.m.: Structure fire on SE Fagin in Lathrop.

Saturday, September 23

5:50 a.m.: Medical call on SE PP Highway in Holt.

8:56 a.m.: Controlled burn on NW Helberg in Gower.

9:34 a.m.: Medical call on Eagles Landing Parkway in Cameron.

11:21 a.m.: Disturbance in progress on E. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.

12:42 p.m.: Animal call on Y Highway in Clinton County.

1:45 p.m.: Vehicle crash on 116 Highway in Clinton County.

5:50 p.m.: Medical call on N. Main Street in Plattsburg.

7:54 p.m.: Animal call on 69 Highway in Clinton County.

10:09 p.m.: Suicidal subject on I-35 in Clinton County.

10:37 p.m.: Suicidal subject on I-35 in Clinton County.

11:40 p.m.: Medical call on E. Clay in Plattsburg.

Sunday, September 24

2:08 a.m.: Vehicle crash on I-35 in Clinton County.

7:31 a.m.: Animal call on E. Evergreen in Cameron.

8:42 a.m.: Medical call on 208th Street in Trimble.

9:43 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle (not in progress) on Russell Street in Lathrop.

10:36 a.m.: Medical call on W. Broadway in Plattsburg.

11:39 a.m.: Assault (not in progress) on Pine Street in Lathrop.

11:47 a.m.: Medical call on Pine Street in Lathrop.

12:24 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on Clay Ave. in Plattsburg.

6:10 p.m.: Medical call on Sioux Drive in Lathrop.

8:19 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on I-35 in Clinton County.

8:23 p.m.: Medical call on Lincoln in Gower.

9:58 p.m.: Medical call on N. Clark in Edgerton.

Monday, September 25

8:23 a.m.: Animal call on 69 Highway in Clinton County.

9:38 a.m.: Stealing (not in progress) on Gay Street in Lathrop.

12:12 p.m.: Medical call on Hickory Ridge in Trimble.

12:12 p.m.: Residential alarm on Moody Lane in Cameron.

1:14 p.m.: Stealing (not in progress) on Gay Street in Lathrop.

2:04 p.m.: Animal call on Third Street in Plattsburg.

3:09 p.m.: Natural cover fire on VV Highway in Gower.

5:31 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on 69 Highway in Clinton County.

8:02 p.m.: Medical call on Washington Way in Plattsburg.

8:26 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on W. 116 Highway in Clinton County.

8:30 p.m.: Domestic (not in progress) on Redbird Street in Plattsburg.

Tuesday, September 26

2:09 a.m.: Vehicle crash on 33 Highway in Clinton County.

5:30 a.m.: Alarm on 69 Highway in Lawson.

8:26 a.m.: Animal call on Pine Street in Lathrop.

10:29 a.m.: Medical call on Park Street in Lathrop.

1:29 p.m.: Medical call on E. Clay in Plattsburg.

2:37 p.m.: Threat (not in progress) on 169 Highway in Gower.

4:28 p.m.: Alarm on 216th Street in Lathrop.

6:36 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on Maple Street in Lathrop.

8:34 p.m.: Harassment (in

WEEKLY HISTORY NOTES •

Five Years Ago

Thursday, October 4, 2018

• Nearly broke, Clinton County government has to pull approximately $93,000 from road and bridge funds to make its monthly bills.

• Regularly-scheduled audit of Clinton County notes notable concerns with operations, including going over budget in certain funds.

• The hard surface goes down on the new track at the Clinton County R-III School District in Plattsburg.

• The Gower Convalescent Center prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary.

• In a state-ranked battle, unbeaten Lathrop downs Lawson 21-7 for the first time since 2012.

• Plattsburg softball earns a share of the KCI title with a 3-2 win over Lathrop.

10 Years Ago

Thursday, October 3, 2013

• Fire devastates the historic J. Breckenridge Ellis home at 500 W. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.

• Community group hopes to spur construction of $3 million sports facility at Lathrop High School, including a new football and track stadium, baseball field and softball field.

• The Clinton County Leader celebrates winning the 2013 Missouri Class 1 Weekly Gold Medal as the best small newspaper in the state.

• Lathrop mourns the loss of community member Mike Brennan.

30 Years Ago

Thursday, September 30, 1993

• Clinton County R-III School District gears up for election asking residents for 35-cent levy increase to fund operations of the builtbut-vacant Clinton County Middle School building.

• Nancy Giddens and Bryan Williams crowned East Buchanan Homecoming Queen and King.

• Whitney Trotter crowned Plattsburg Homecoming Queen.

• High winds and torrential rain damage buildings in Clinton County, flood Perkins Park in Plattsburg.

• Maurice and Betty Shoemaker named grand marshals for Plattsburg Fall Festival.

40 Years Ago

Thursday, October 6, 1983

• Investigation into allegations of misconduct at the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department continues.

• A nifty computer system has been installed at the Clinton County Courthouse, with terminals in the offices of the clerk, collector and assessor.

• Shelley Meade crowned East Buchanan Homecoming Queen, but Bulldogs fall to Smithville, 39-25.

progress) on W. Broadway in Plattsburg.

11:05 p.m.: Animal call on 33 Highway in Clinton County.

Wednesday, September 27

7:58 a.m.: Medical call on 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

10:19 a.m.: Medical call on Valley Street in Plattsburg.

10:31 a.m.: Overdose on Boulder Road in Polo.

11:29 a.m.: Domestic in progress on NE Estep in Turney.

11:39 a.m.: Medical call on 33 Highway in Holt.

11:49 a.m.: Medical call on 33 Highway in Holt.

12:26 p.m.: Medical call on 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

1:01 p.m.: Medical call on Z Highway in Trimble.

1:25 p.m.: Medical call on Old 69 Highway in Clinton County.

4:39 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on Sherman in Turney.

4:41 p.m.: Medical call on Centennial Place in Lathrop.

5:12 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on I-35 in Cameron.

5:48 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on I-35 in Holt.

6:32 p.m.: Controlled burn on Mohawk in Clinton County.

7:10 p.m.: Medical call on 33 Highway in Holt.

8:20 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on W Highway in Lathrop.

9:25 p.m.: Medical call on 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

9:31 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on Walnut in Cameron.

9:34 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on Plotsky in Plattsburg.

11:14 p.m.: Medical call in Plattsburg.

Thursday, September 28

5:14 a.m.: Medical call on 169 Highway in Gower.

7:21 a.m.: Vehicle crash

on 69 Highway in Clinton County.

7:22 a.m.: Medical call on 169 Highway in Gower.

7:31 a.m.: Domestic in progress on Plotsky Avenue in Plattsburg.

7:35 p.m.: Medical call on Plotsky Avenue in Plattsburg.

12:06 p.m.: Conservation call on 116 Highway in Lathrop.

1:48 p.m.: Natural cover fire on MM Highway in Dearborn.

4:20 p.m.: Suicidal subject on Rose Briar in Gower.

6:16 p.m.: Medical call on Center Street in Lathrop.

7:13 p.m.: Fire investigation on Mohawk in Lathrop.

7:54 p.m.: Medical call on Santa Fe in Gower.

9:19 p.m.: Domestic in progress on SE Oakridge in Holt.

10:03 p.m.: Domestic in progress on W. Broadway in Plattsburg.

WHAT’S THE SHAPE OF THE WORLD

Bickering with Ed Shrewsbury

In almost 20 years working at Clinton County newspapers, perhaps no one has been so skilled at getting under my skin as the late Ed Shrewsbury, who passed away last week.

I first landed in the Lathrop farmer’s sights as the editor of the Rural Reporter newspaper. I was young, a journalist and left-of-center on the political spectrum— about everything that Ed mistrusted in society. And he wasn’t afraid to let me know. Whether it was the newspaper office, the Hungry Mule, or a chance public encounter, the whole of Lathrop was an arena when we’d get to bickering.

It was mostly good natured. He subscribed to the Fox News version of “fair and balanced,” and as such, I couldn’t do anything right in his eyes. I could have reported that the fire department rescued a cat from a tree, and he’d press me to find out whether a liberal had put it up there. But my soul became truly helpless once I joined Steve Tinnen’s Democratic bastion, The Clinton County Leader (which had, and continues to have, as much political leaning as a weathervane rusted in place). When Ed threw his hat in the political ring, I relished each opportunity to leave the box next to his name blank.

All of our punches were fair, but neither of us pulled them, either.

That being said, I enjoyed our debates. Even as I grew up and my political views shifted back rightward, I’d often play the foil just for the fun of the battle. I knew he enjoyed it, too. And though I never admitted this to him, I appreciated his help in developing the thick skin required of any journalist.

Our bickering aside, Ed cared for his lovely family and the agricultural community. One of the last times we spoke, I came to his house to build an advertisement for a farm truck he was selling. It was one of those conversations you genuinely enjoy, enough so that we stood in the cold for a good 45 minutes, talking about life, farming and our shared enjoyment of old tractors.

As another pillar in the community comes down, it’s an important reminder to enjoy the unique characters who make up our county while they’re still with us. They were forged by the good times and the bad, coming out the other side with vital lessons and genuine voices that you just don’t see anymore—the kind that our cookie-cutter, Facebook-centric world isn’t likely to produce.

You know you’re growin’ older when... You quit trying to hold your stomach in, no matter who walks into the room.

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If you’ve driven east down Broadway in Plattsburg nearing the intersection by Willard Spease’s Clock Tower and the pocket park, you might have noticed the two trash dumpsters sitting on Broadway. One might think it’s only a short-time solution to picking up the trash. That thinking would be incorrect. Nope, it’s become a complex issue that encompasses the business owners of the alleyway/private drive behind the businesses who use the trash services, and the City of Plattsburg.

Like most complex problems, there is plenty of blame to go around. The idea that one can assess blame to one side or the other will not happen here.

MAP3 Enterprises, James Kennedy Family Restaurant, and PW Holdings are involved in the dispute of the alleyway, private drive and dumpster pickup.

Let’s first consider some history for perspective.

Remember the good ol’ days of Bert & Ernie’s Restaurant, located at 108 Broadway Street?

It was a great restaurant that opened in 1982 and unfortunately closed August 31, 2001. During that time, they offered a drive-through lane that utilized the alleyway for customers who entered off Broadway and exited to the north coming out on Locust Street.

The law office was owned by Larry Fisher at that time, and he afforded the owners of Bert and Ernie’s, Fran and Kent Krieger, access across his parking lot. This provided the needed access to Locust Street. Fran confirmed the arrangement and said that Larry made sure they understood the ownership situation. Fran said, “He is a wonderful person who was a promoter of businesses and business owners in Plattsburg. We had a great relationship with him.”

She noted that all the trash was picked up using that alleyway and parking lot coming in

The two dumpsters on Broadway have been a topic of conversation for months now, enough so that they at least deserve names. So, whoever submits the best pair of names to sports@ clintoncountyleader.com or text to (816) 284-5419 will win a free subscription to The Clinton County Leader. Deadline is Monday, October 9, at noon.

from the Locust Street access— an arrangement that had been in place maybe as far back as the early 1960s.

The trash pickup arrangement continued until March 2023 when the new owner of the law office building, M.A. Porter of MAP3 Enterprises, LLC, installed barricades to limit the traffic to his parking lot. According to City Administrator Chase Waggoner, Mr. Porter was concerned about the traffic and wear and tear to his parking lot.

Complicating the issue was an earlier change in the alley with traffic. This complaint was brought to the attention of the city council. Adding more personality to the complaint is that it involved Mayor James Kennedy and his restaurant. As a result, an ordinance was passed on Dec. 19, 2022, making the alley a “no-thru traffic” alleyway.

According to Plattsburg City Administrator Chase Waggoner, the portion of the alleyway owned by the city is 7.5 ft. wide. The remainder of the 15foot wide alleyway is privately owned by businesses. PW Holdings did not want the trash trucks using their portion of the alleyway. This meant that Kennedy’s Restaurant would need to move its dumpster for pickup, as well as PW Holdings, the own-

CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

Publisher Emeritus Steve Tinnen

ers of Lucila’s On Main and the Backyard.

This led the city to pick the best location out of a bad situation for the dumpsters. Therefore, it was determined that Broadway was the best location.

In the meantime, the city ordered a survey of the alleyway,and determined that a portion of the fence around the Backyard is on the city’s portion of the alleyway. Chase Waggoner said the city is in negotiations with PW Holdings to see if they can compromise and allow the trash trucks to use the alleyway from Broadway, in lieu of them moving their fence. Offers and counteroffers have been made. Enough already; it’s time for a compromise.

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Trivia question: Why did President John F. Kennedy announce on September 12, 1962, his desire for going to the moon?

A. The United States wanted to gain the British as allies by proving it could defeat the Soviets in space exploration. B. The United States wanted to seize the opportunity to land on the moon because the Soviet Union was in decline. C. The United States wanted to win the race to the moon in the aftermath of the Soviet success with the Sputnik

satellite. D. The United States wanted to colonize the moon to establish missile defense bases against the Soviets (find answer closeby).

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Some smiles…

What is the difference between capitalism and socialism? In a capitalist society, man exploits man, and in a socialist one, it’s the other way around. What’s the difference between a politician and a flying pig? The letter F.

Why was it well known that communism was doomed from the beginning? All the red flags. (Trivia answer: President Kennedy decided to focus U.S. resources on going to the moon because the United States wanted to win the race to the moon in the aftermath of the Soviet success with the Sputnik satellite).

Food for thought: “Diplomacy is the art of saying ‘Nice doggie’ until you can find a rock.” ~ Will Rogers, American vaudeville performer, actor, and humorous social commentator.

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Talk to you next week!

Steve Tinnen stevetinnen@yahoo.com

Honeycutt

Jamey & D’Anna

Arta Lee (Camey) Olson

Edwin “Ed” Shrewsbury

Edwin “Ed” R. Shrewsbury, 82, and a lifelong resident of Lathrop, Mo., passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023, in Lathrop.

Ed was born on September 18, 1941, the son of Charles Herbert and Susan Katherene (Robinette) Shrewsbury at the family farm in rural Lathrop, Mo. He was a graduate of Lathrop High School in 1959 and later graduated with a BS in Agriculture and Economics from the University of Missouri in 1963. Ed was united into a loving marriage with Janice “Jan” Brower on December 18, 1960, in Avondale, Mo. He was a lifelong member of the First Christian Church of Lathrop, where his great-grandfather was a founding member. Ed was a family man that held extreme pride and love for his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Ed was a proud, hardworking, fourth-generation farmer and had a passion for buying and selling cattle. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents; son, John Shrewsbury; brother, Donald Shrewsbury, and brother-in-law, Don McCollough. He is survived by his wife Jan, of the home; sons, Scott Shrewsbury (Pam) of Lathrop, Mo., Steven Shrewsbury (Vicki) of Lathrop, Mo., and James Shrewsbury (Sarah) of Austin, Tex.; daughter-inlaw, Diane Shrewsbury of Lathrop, Mo.; grandchildren, Courtney Schwantes (Adam)

of Lathrop, Mo., Megan Shrewsbury of Lathrop, Mo., Stephanie Cashatt (Clinton) of Gower, Mo., Jake Shrewsbury (Gretchen) of Lathrop, Mo., Katie Dilley (Gavin) of Lawson, Mo., Jason Shrewsbury (Taylor) of Lathrop, Mo., Elizabeth Shrewsbury of Chesterfield, Mo., Ethan Shrewsbury, Jack Shrewsbury of Texas, and Imani Shrewsbury of Austin, Tex.; eighteen great-grandchildren; sister, Virginia McCollough of Pryor, Ok.; a foreign exchange student that is like a son, Roald Forsberg, (Mette) of Denmark; nieces, nephews and other extended family members also survive.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the First Christian Church of Lathrop in care of the funeral home. Memorial services were held 4 p.m., Monday, October 2, 2023, at First Christian Church of Lathrop. The family received friends beginning at 2 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial followed at Lathrop Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home in Lathrop (816) 740-4658. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com

Arta Lee (Camey) Olson, of Lathrop, Missouri, passed away on October 1, 2023, at the age of 81.

Arta was the beloved daughter of the late Art and Pearl Camey and was the devoted wife for 62 years of Lowell. She was the loving mother of Teresa Collier (Mike), Cheryl (Alex), and Craig (Deb), cherished grandmother of Ryan Lane, Derrick Lane (Rachael), Meredith Collier (Mathew), Meg Marek (Przemek), Evan Collier (Ali), Olivia Nosal (Jonathan), Andrew Olson, and Alexander Olson. She was the adored

great-grandmother of eight; sister, aunt, and friend to many. Friends and family are welcome to gather on Monday, Oct. 9, at Butler Funeral Home in Humansville, Mo., from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.. Graveside service will follow at 2:15 p.m. at the Humansville Cemetery.

Donald W. Summers

Donald “Donnie” W. Summers, 73, of Lathrop, Mo., passed away with loved ones by his side on September 28, 2023.

Survivors include wife, Tina; children, Curtis (Amy) Summers, Jessica (Jeromy) Romesburg, and Lesli (Travis) Lager; five grandchildren, twin great-granddaughters; sister, Connie (Dave) Lytle; and brother, Dannie (Beverly) Summers; mother-in-

Margaret Ann ReganPotter

law, Gerrie Collier; honorary family member, Steve (Missy) Fisher.

Visitation: Thursday, October 5, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville. Funeral Service: Friday, October 6, 11 a.m. at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville. Burial will be on the family farm in the cornfield of the newly established family cemetery. The family requests casual dress.

Lathrop, Mo. March 29, 1958 –September 25, 2023 Celebration of Life at a later date. Memorial contributions to American Cancer Society.

F. Golden

Gerald Frederick Golden, known to most as GG, passed away on Monday, September 25, with his family by his side.

Rosary, Monday, October 2, 2023, 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., following with the visitation, from 5:30 p.m. to

8 p.m., at Church of the Annunciation, 701 N. Jefferson St., Kearney, Mo. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, October 3, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.. Arrangements: Hidden Valley Funeral Home of Kearney, 816-903-8888.

Thank you for being a loyal Leader Reader!

Gerald

2023 Lathrop High School Homecoming

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The Lathrop PRIDE Marching Band rocked the field and Oak Street, playing in the parade and halftime Friday.

(Left) Lathrop High School honored its past queens with a float in the parade Friday afternoon down Oak Street. (Right) The Lathrop football team enjoys riding in the parade and seeing all of the spectators ahead of the football game. The Mules did a good job of holding back the Hamilton Hornets, but unfortunately their KCI Conference counterparts from Caldwell County earned the 14-0 victory. brett adkison | the leader

Undefeated East Buchanan downs West Platte

With their 48-13 victory over West Platte last Friday, September 29, the East Buchanan Bulldogs took one step closer to history.

The win was the 19th in a row for the reigning Missouri Class 1 state champions.

If they pick up a win this Friday night when they travel to play St. Michael the Archangel (5-1), they will tie the longest winning streak in school history—one that was set in the 1950s.

Friday’s homecoming victory over KCI rival West Platte took a familiar path as their previous two games.

That path was a fast start.

“That really dictates the rest of the game,” said East Buchanan head coach Daniel Ritter. “If you can get your offense rolling early, and get the defense on their toes, it just opens up so many different opportunities.”

East Buchanan scored 20 points in the first quarter

Hamilton escapes Lathrop

The Lathrop Mules held Hamilton scoreless in the first half on Friday, but it wasn’t enough for the Homecoming victory.

Hamilton (3-3, 2-2 KCI) scored twice in the back half of the contest to defeat Lathrop (2-4, 0-3 KCI) by a score of 14-0 on Friday, September 29. Despite the loss, Lathrop head coach Corey Creason said he was pleased with the way the team played.

“Nobody likes losing, but we took a lot of positives from the game,” said the coach. “We played tough, physical football, which is how we want to play. Albeit, it was Homecoming, the energy and passion that the boys showed was something we have been wanting to see for a while. We challenged them all week during practice last week and they answered the call. Now, we must put together backto-back weeks of that same physical nature.”

Keeping Hamilton at bay is no easy task; the only other teams to hold the Hornets to 14 points or less in

the last three seasons were all state-ranked powers such as East Buchanan, Mid-Buchanan, Gallatin and Lafayette County.

Senior Keaton Coots led the charge on defense, racking up six tackles and seven assists, while Carson Clay had six tackles with eight assists. Coda Kirkpatrick had four tackles, Luke Kidwell had three tackles

and it started with a 29-yard touchdown pass from Gage Busby and Aidan Hensley, the senior duo once again showing how dangerous they are. For the game, Busby completed nine of 11 passes for 154 yards and two touchdowns. Hensley hauled in three of those passes for 56

yards and one score. Junior Aidan Smith caught three passes for 56 yards and a touchdown.

Senior running back Trevor Klein picked up the next two scores for East Buchanan, with touchdown runs of 15 and 16 yards. This was another stellar performance for the star running

back, who finished with 107 yards on nine carries with three touchdowns.

“Trevor is performing well,” Ritter said. “He’s also sharing the ball with a lot of other good skill positions. I have been proud of how selfless he is. He never says a negative word about his

PHS softball keeps rolling

After suffering a onerun loss at the hands of North Platte last week, the Plattsburg Lady Tigers softball team bounced back with five-straight victories, including a first-place victory in their home tournament at Perkins Park on Saturday.

The Lady Tigers—

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with six assists, and Kyle Morgan had three tackles with four assists. Griffin Schrunk added three tackles with five assists. The unit caused a pair of turnovers in the game.

Offensively, Coots ran the ball 11 times for 47 yards, while Elijah Crain gained 20 yards on seven carries and Owen Chance

now 20-4 on the season— slipped past West Platte 4-3 on Thursday, September 28. Addison Ford and Lilly Nelson each had an RBI and a run scored in the game. Madison Huke and Julia James each scored a run and Allie Roberson added a double. Penelope Irizarry shut down West Platte from the circle, allowing just five hits and

zero walks in seven innings (all three runs were unearned).

Plattsburg beat Stanberry 19-6 and King City 12-2 on Saturday to win the tournament at Perkins Park. Against Stanberry, Julia James was three-for-four with four RBIs and three runs scored. Nelson scored twice and knocked in a pair

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East Buchanan keeps battling against top foes

After winning 17-straight games to open the season, the East Buchanan Lady Bulldogs continued to test themselves this past week against some of the toughest teams in Northwest Missouri, and their record now stands at 22-4-1.

On Monday, September 25, East Buchanan fought hard but fell in four sets to Bishop LeBlond (25-21, 24-26, 16-25, 17-25). Rilyn Sherwood led the team with 16 kills while Holly Caylor had 13 kills and Anna Kenagy had 12 kills. Zora Whitt had 31 digs and Kylie Clark put up 43 assists with six aces.

Est Buchanan bounced back with a pair of dominant, straight-set victories against Trenton and Hamilton. Against Trenton on Tuesday, September 26, Caylor had 14 kills in the

game while Sherwood had 11 kills. Kaylynn Engnes had 17 digs, Clark had 22 assists, and Layla Watkins had four aces.

Last Thursday against Hamilton, Sherwood led the battle with eight kills, while Kenagy had six kills, and Kamryn Werle, Caylor, Watkins and Kourtney Keling each had three kills. Watkins had 12 aces, Engnes had 12 digs and Clark had 16 assists.

The Lady Bulldogs took part in an extraordinarily tough LeBlond Tournament on Saturday, where they defeated Lafayette St. Joseph (25-20, 25-14) while falling to Lone Jack and LeBlond and splitting sets with Savannah.

Between East Buchanan, LeBlond, Savannah and Lone Jack, those four teams alone combine for 71 victories this year.

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The Lathrop Lady Mules were able to defeat the Plattsburg Lady Tigers in straight sets last Thursday at Lathrop High School. (Above Left) Plattsburg junior Alexis Grayson at the service line on Thursday at LHS. (Above) Sophomore Reece Biggerstaff. brett adkison | the leader

(Above) Lathrop senior Morgan Davis serves up the ball in a win against Plattsburg. (Below) Lathrop senior McKinlee Clapp is all smiles after the Lady Mules score a point. brett adkison | the leader

Plattsburg Senior Center Menu for October

Thursday, October 5

Chicken pot pie (veggies in the pie), beets, mandarin oranges, wheat roll.

Friday, October 6

Hamburgers on whole wheat bun, tater tots, carrots, relishes, pears.

Monday, October 9

Indigenous People’s Day/ Columbus Day (notify center before October 4 if you will need a frozen meal for this day).

Tuesday, October 10

Beef hot dog on whole wheat bun, baked beans, coleslaw, pears.

Wednesday, October 11

Tuna casserole, creamed peas, corn, apple crisp, wheat bread, October birthday cake.

Thursday, October 12

Hot roast beef sandwich, mashed potatoes, carrots, tropical fruit, homemade rolls.

Friday, October 13

Chicken tenders, tater tots, broccoli, mixed fruit, wheat bread.

Monday, October 16

Taco salad, refried beans, diced tomatoes, mandarin

EB Football, Continued

touches. Hopefully in the weeks to come, we can give him the ball like he deserves.”

In the second quarter, Busby connected with senior Mason Brown for a 22-yard touchdown pass. Following that was Klein’s third rushing touchdown of the night before junior Coleson Orstad returned an interception 28 yards for a touchdown.

The defense got another score when senior linebacker Nick Klein returned a fumble 17 yards, capping off the night’s scoring for East Buchanan.

East Buchanan’s defense had another solid

oranges, wheat bread.

Tuesday, October 17 Ham and beans, California blend, carrots, peaches, cornbread.

Wednesday, October 18

Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, apricots, whole grain bread.

Thursday, October 19

Chicken and noodles, creamed peas, cauliflower, apple sauce.

Friday, October 20

Swiss steak, corn, potato wedges, pears, wheat bread.

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performance, holding West Platte to 245 yards of total offense.

Junior Ty Ingle led the team in tackles with eight total. Fellow junior Kyle Paxton finished with six, while junior Landon DeLong and Nick Klein both finished with five. The defense was very opportunistic, causing four turnovers. Nick Klein had his fumble recovery and score, Coleson Orstad had his interception score, meanwhile both Aidan Hensely and junior Mason Brown had interceptions.

This Friday East Buchanan travels for a rare late-season nonconference

contest at St. Michael, and Coach Ritter knows this will be a stiff challenge.

“We are so excited to go down to Lee’s Summit West to play St. Michael the Archangel,” Ritter said. “They are a high-powered offense that throws the ball well and has a defense that runs around pretty good. It will be nice to be able to play in a non-conference game just a couple games before district play starts. It’s exactly what you want. You want to play the best competition you can going into the second half of the season, and we get that.”

Monday, October 23

Hamburger stroganoff, vegetable blend, corn, pears, wheat bread.

Tuesday, October 24

Chicken tetrazzini, buttered spinach, broccoli, lime gelatin with cottage cheese and pineapple, crackers.

Wednesday, October 25

Chili mac, green beans, carrots, mixed fruit, wheat bread.

Thursday, October 26

Salmon loaf, creamed peas, coleslaw, apricots, cornbread.

Softball,

Friday, October 27

Shepherd’s pie with vegetables in the pie, buttered beets, lettuce salad, chilled peaches, wheat bread.

Monday, October 30

Sloppy joe on a bun, potato wedges, beets, coleslaw, pineapple.

Tuesday, October 31

Haunted chicken, boo broccoli, cauldron cauliflower, mandarin orange pieces, wicked wheat bread.

Wednesday, November 1

Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, fruit gelatin with

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of runs. Sophie Schmitten scored three runs, Lillian Schmitten scored four runs and Madison Huke had three RBIs and two runs scored. Irizarry stuck out six batters.

Against King City, Nelson knocked in two runs and scored three times, herself. Sophie Hadley had three RBIs and Madison Huke, James and Ford each scored twice. Irizarry stuck out seven while allowing just two hits.

The Lady Tigers added a 15-0 win against Stewartsville on Monday. Hadley led the team with three hits. Lillian Schmitten had

three RBIs with a pair of runs scored while Sophie Schmitten scored three times. Roberson had two RBIs and two runs scored, and both Nelson and Ford scored twice. James added a pair of RBIs.

Plattsburg defeated rival Lathrop on Tuesday. For more on that game, check back in next week’s edition of The Leader.

The Lathrop Lady Mules grabbed a 14-4 win last Tuesday, September 26, against East Buchanan. Senior Kaitlyn Morgan had a massive game, going two-for-four with four RBIs, two runs scored, a

pears, wheat bread.

Thursday, November 2 Fish fillet, creamed corn, stewed tomatoes, applesauce, cornbread.

Friday, November 3 Spaghetti with meat sauce, lettuce salad, carrots, chilled peaches, garlic bread.

triple and a home run. Senior Keylie Beane scored three times and Alayna Williams scored twice with two RBIs. Audrey Davis took the win in the circle, striking out five batters while spreading out six hits over five innings.

The Lady Mules suffered a loss to Hamilton on Thursday, 18-8. Morgan hit another home run while going three-for-three with two runs scored and two RBIs. Izzy Kidwell and Williams each scored twice. Kidwell, Beane, McKayla Knight and Kala Piatt each had an RBI.

MoDOT Roadwork in Northwest Missouri

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 Oct. 2-8.

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

Lathrop,

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added a 15-yard run.

The Mules will have a chance to get back into the win column this Friday when they travel to Weston to face the West Platte Bluejays (24). West Platte has dropped each of their three KCI Conference games while allowing 48 points or more in each contest. A week later, Lathrop travels to Lawson to face the one-win Lawson Cardinals before finishing up the regular season against Class 1 state-ranked North Platte, which sits at 5-1.

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

Andrew County Interstate 29 – Pavement improvement and guardrail/ cable project from south of Business Route 71 to just south of Route O (Buchanan County) through late October 2023. Work will be completed overnight Sunday through Friday, 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. Short-term ramp closures may occur. An 11.6foot width restriction is in place. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)

Route 48 – Roadside work from U.S. Route 71 to Route P, Oct. 2-6

U.S. Route 71 – Scrub seal project, Oct. 4-11. (Contractor: Vance Brothers)

I-29 – RAMP CLOSED for a scrub seal project from southbound I-29 to northbound I-229 (Exit 43) , Oct.

4 (Contractor: Vance Brothers)

U.S. Route 71 – RAMP CLOSED for a scrub seal project from southbound

U.S. Route 71 to southbound I-29 , Oct. 5 (Contractor: Vance Brothers)

I-29 – RAMP CLOSED for a scrub seal project from northbound I-29 to northbound U.S. Route 71 (Exit 56A), Oct. 6 (Contractor: Vance Brothers)

I-229 – RAMP CLOSED for a scrub seal project from northbound I-229 northbound to I-29 (Exit 14BC) , Oct. 6 (Contractor: Vance Brothers)

U.S. Route 71 – RAMP CLOSED for a scrub seal project from southbound

U.S. Route 71 to northbound I-29 , Oct. 9 (Contractor: Vance Brothers)

I-29 – RAMP CLOSED for a scrub seal project from northbound I-29 to southbound I-229 (Exit 56B), Oct. 9 (Contractor: Vance Brothers)

Atchison County

U.S. Route 136 – Resurfacing project from the Missouri River to G Avenue to through November 2023. A 12-foot width restriction and 14-foot height restriction are in place. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.)

Route D – CLOSED at U.S.

Route 136 for resurfacing project through early October. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.)

U.S. Route 136 – Shoulder work from Route M to I-29, Oct. 2-6. Route 46 – Shoulder work from U.S. Route 59 to Route EE, Oct. 2-6.

Buchanan County

I-29 – Pavement improvement and guardrail/cable project from south of Business Route 71 (Andrew County) to just south of Route O through late October 2023. Work will be completed overnight Sunday through Friday, 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. Short-term ramp closures may occur. An 11-foot width restriction will be in place. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)

Route Y – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at both the south and north Bee Creek Bridges through December. A signed detour is in place. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.) More info: https://www.modot. org/buchanan-county-routey-bee-creek-bridge-replace-

ments

I-229 – CLOSED southbound for a bridge rehabilitation project from Sixth and Atchison streets to Lake Boulevard through Oct. 5. (Contractor: Comanche Construction, Inc.)

More info: https://www. modot.org/buchanan-county-i-229-bridge-rehabilitation-project-6th-atchison-streets

I-229 – CLOSED northbound beginning Oct. 5 for a bridge rehabilitation project from Sixth and Atchison streets to Lake Boulevard through December 2023. (Contractor: Comanche Construction, Inc.)

More info: https://www. modot.org/buchanan-county-i-229-bridge-rehabilitation-project-6th-atchison-streets

U.S. Route 36 – Bridge maintenance westbound at the bridge over 12th Street, Oct. 2-5, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The bridge will be narrowed to one lane during working hours.

Route AC – Scrub seal project. Oct. 3-4 (Contractor: Vance Brothers)

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. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.) https://www. modot.org/13-pavement-resurfacing-caldwell-and-daviess

Clinton County

Route NN – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Castile Creek Bridge through December. (Contractor: Capital Paving & Construction LLC) https:// www.modot.org/clintoncounty-route-nn-bridge-replacement.

I-35 – Concrete replacement northbound from mile marker 44 to mile marker 47, Oct. 6-20. 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, Oct. 6-20. The road will be narrowed to one lane around the clock.

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IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION

Case Number: 23CN-PR00071

In the Estate of LEILA D. PREWITT, Deceased.

Notice of Letters Testamentary Granted (Independent Administration)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of LEILA D. PREWITT, Decedent:

On September 29, 2023, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, Douglas R. Prewitt and Bryan L. Prewitt were appointed the co-personal representative of the estate of Leila D. Prewitt, 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: 7101 N. Chas Dr #46, Pleasant Valley, MO 64068 OR 3293 NW 50th St Riverside, MO 64150

The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: Troy Dietrich, 416 N. Walnut St. Cameron, MO 64429 (816)632-3033

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: June 13, 2023

Date of first publication: October 5, 2023 /s/ Teresa L. Bingham Judge

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. (10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26/23)

IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE

DIVISION

Case Number: 23CN-PR00070

In the Estate of DANNY RAY RAGLE, Deceased.

Notice of Letters Testamentary Granted (Independent Administration)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of DANNY RAY RAGLE, Decedent:

On September 29, 2023, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, Connie I. Ragle was appointed the personal representative of the estate of Danny Ray Ragle, 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: 7190 SE Shoshone Dr, Holt, MO 64048

The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: S. Beau Broussard, 2 South Main St., Liberty, MO 64068 (816)781-4788

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: May 16, 2023

Date of first publication: October 5, 2023

/s/ Teresa L. Bingham Judge

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.

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

Retired Trenton R -IX teacher looking to tutor in 5th Math through College Algebra levels. Call or text 660-654-1198 or email jwyant1198@ gmail.com.

Offutt, Offutt & Associates Auction Service. Land, farm, and Home. Free Appraisals. Cameron, MO. 816-724-3214

Need help with maintenance around your home? If so, call Tony at 816-9338680. No job too small. Located in

Hamilton, will travel in surrounding area. 40 years of experience. Free estimates.

RUMMAGE SALES

Garage Sale - House clean out. 1030 Sunset, Chillicothe. Oct 6 8a-2p and Oct 7 8anoon. Lots of items, too many to list. Priced to sell!

AGRICULTURE

See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves. Consumer Oil & Supply, 614 Harris Ave., 359-2258

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 TO LEASE! Competitive

Rates AARON LANDES 660-3582682

FOR RENT

For Rent: Mobile home in Jameson. 3 bedroom and 2 bath. Call for application. 660-334-1334

For Rent in Trenton2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1 car garage, deck. No Pets. 660-358-4259.

PLAZA APARTMENTS in TRENTON One & Two bedroom apartments available. Must be 55+ or disabled. Rent is income based. All utilities are included. NO UTILITY DEPOSIT. We accept HUD. For further information contact the manager

at: 660-359-6666, Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-2:30pm. 1312 E. 9th St. Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

FOR SALE

Milwaukee batteryoperated power tools, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, chain saws and pole saws. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 660-359-3660.

2000 Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic motorcycle. Low miles, newer tires, very good condition. $3,000.00. Galt. 515771-4020.

Party Yorkies for sale. Males $500. Females $600. Call 816-574-2011 or 816-853-1294.

REAL ESTATE

Property For Sale: Great farm, hunting, building site, 160 acres, 125 tillable, near Dawn, corner of LIV 443 & 426. Early settlers Phineas Young & Anson Call. $990,000. 702-9848414

HOMECOMING

CCHS Cemetery Tour

Living History Festival

As it does every fall, the past will come alive in Lathrop this month.

The Lathrop Antique Car, Tractor and Steam Engine Association will be hosting its 31st annual Living History Festival and Small Farmers Reunion on Friday, October 13, and Saturday, October 14, at the showgrounds south of town. Friday will be the busiest of the two days, as school children from throughout the region

will visit the showgrounds for a step back in time. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday will be presentations from Jim Two Crows and Tipi Days, as well as a presentation of Abraham Lincoln by Lee Williams. There will also be shepherd dog demonstrations at 1 p.m. and 11 a.m. The Shoal Creek Posse will perform several skits, transporting spectators back to the gun smoke-filled days of the wild, wild west.

Price Reduced!

Beautiful spacious home in a quiet neighborhood. Full of updates including a brand new driveway, new septic system and newer appliances! Lower level houses all three bedrooms with a large back patio and workshop. With almost 4 acres you can enjoy peaceful mornings on the huge back balcony observing the wildlife. Home includes the extra storage shed and adorable playhouse! If you’ve been looking to get out of the hustle and bustle and settle in a serene rural area then this home is the one! John Enderle, Agent/Owner

There will also be an 11 a.m. presentation of Abraham Lincoln on Saturday, followed by a dog demonstration from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Shoal Creek Posse will return.

There will be nearly two-dozen demonstrations. Admittance is a free will donation and there’s no charge Friday for school kids and sponsors. For more information, contact Jim Plowman at (816) 896-5546.

Shoal DAR

The Missouris Shoal DAR Chapter started its 2023 season on Tuesday, September 12, with a field trip to CLINCO Recycling Industries in Cameron, Mo. There were 11 members who attended the very interesting tour, learning the process of what happens to the products (paper, glass, cardboard, plastic, wood, books, etc.) that are recycled. The members provided snacks for the workers as the chapter’s community service project.

After the tour, the members had lunch at Robyn’s Restaurant with a blessing by Chaplain Lana Wright. Following the lunch, the weather was so beautiful, the members held the meeting (1:10 p.m.) in McCorkle Park, down the street from the restaurant. After the opening prayer by Chaplain Wright and welcoming remarks by Regent Stoneking, the group conducted its ritual and committee reports were given. The business meeting was called to order at 1:45 p.m.

Recording Secretary Kay Peca read the minutes from the June meeting. Regent Stoneking asked for additions or corrections, and hearing none, the minutes were approved. The treasurer’s report was given and will be filed for audit.

There were several meetings, activities and notes announced for the coming months. This included the Midwest District Meeting on September 15 (Chaplain Lana Wright have the luncheon blessing and members were asked to wear red that day for Remember Everyone Deployed. Constitution Week was September 17 through September 23, with Bells Across America ringing on September 17 for Constitution Day. The Gold Star Luminary was held at the Lathrop Antique Show on September 24 (Lana said the prayer). The Day of Prayer will be October 8 and the chapter will be cleaning Bethel Cemetery in Lathrop for its Day of Service on October 11. On October 14, the chapter will recognize Sharon and Margaret for their years of service to DAR. The chapter will serve veterans an appreciation breakfast at the Plattsburg American Legion in November, and in December Wreaths Across America will return. Melissa will have a booth for this event at the Plattsburg Fall Festival. There will be a cake and ice cream social at the Cameron Veterans Home at 2 p.m. on October 27. The next meeting will be at the Lathrop First Christian Church on October 14 at 9 a.m.

Lathrop sixth graders (left to right) Daxton, Parker, Cary and Beckham were excited to rep the world champion Kansas City Chiefs during the Homecoming dress-up days last week.

The Clinton County Historical Society welcomed visitors to the cemeteries around Plattsburg on Saturday, September 30, where members dressed up as famous Clinton Countians and presented their stories. Maps to the presentations were available at the museum.

(Above) Carmen Stoneking with State Regent Renee Pace. (Below) Chaplain Lana Wright.