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CLINTON COUNTY

County offices to be decided in Tuesday’s election

Voters in Clinton County will head to the polls next week, and though it’s a primary election, they’ll decide two major offices at the Clinton County Courthouse.

Clinton County Sheriff Larry Fish (Republican) will be seeking his third term in office on Tuesday, August 6, but will face a challenge from A.J. Carrel (Republican), who previously worked at the sheriff’s

Council OKs

No Parking on S. Oak Street

New committee can look into historic designations

After two previous attempts to meet, the Plattsburg City Council was able to hold a special session meeting on Monday, July 29.

One previous attempt to meet was postponed because they were unable to gather a quorum of members, while the second attempt was canceled after the passing of Ward I Alderman Larry Schussler.

Plattsburg Mayor David Jett noted at the outset of the meeting that a Celebration of Life for Schussler, who passed away Monday, July 22, will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at Sailboat Cove at Smithville Lake.

In order to have a quorum on Monday, Alderman Richard Stanley joined the meeting via an online video call. It was a light meeting, with just a handful of items.

During public participation, just one resident, Jim Banks, spoke. He asked about the city’s grass height restriction, to which City Administrator Steve Garrett said it is limited to seven inches. Banks then asked about yards on Clay Avenue that aren’t within the regulation. Garrett responded that he has the information on those locations and that letters to those landowners would be going out the following day.

Garrett gave a city administrator’s report, in which he said that the city is working with the Department of Natural Resources in relation to their agreement on improving the city sewer system. He said they’re in good shape there with the bond

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department in Fish’s administration. Also on Tuesday’s GOP ticket, one-term incumbent First District Commissioner Jay Bettis will look for four more years at the courthouse, while fellow Republican Tyler Walock

will oppose Bettis in search for his first county-level office.

Without a single Democrat running for county office Tuesday, the winners on the Republican ballot will likely go on to take office,

barring any kind of official write-in campaign.

Several Republican officeholders—including coroner Lee Hanks, assessor Cindy Carter and Second District Commissioner Richard Riddell—will face competition

Gary Summers of the Veterans Assistance League) and Neva Woody (below)-who have made a major impact with their contributions to the home. Ford, through the annual Patriot Ride UTV gathering, has spearheaded efforts that have resulted in more than $160,000 in contributions to the home. Woody, through her organization Shoot Like a Girl, has helped raise more than $500,000 for the home. Shoot Like a Girl provides opportunities for women to participate in shooting sports while raising money for veterans. Lt. Gov. Kehoe, who toured the home Thursday, said the two women were inspiring through their contributions and the improvements they’ve made possible. See more on page A7 of this edition.

New studio helps local artists find their brush strokes

by brett adkison leader editor

It’s nearly strange to think that this fresh, vibrant beginning was born from a conversation about endings.

“About four years ago, my husband and I began thinking

This summer has been busy for the Renaissance Art Studio in downtown Gower. Hosting classes in a wide array of media, from clay to paint, oils to water colors—even quilting—the studio has attracted teachers and artists of every skill level, including lifelong practitioners and young children getting their start.

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about what I might do when I retire from teaching,” said East Buchanan art teacher Kristin Meyer, who owns and operates the studio. “We ended up purchasing a building in Gower and worked on renovations for three years to make it into my new art studio, Renais-

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Art Studio in downtown Gower has created a space where artists of every age and discipline can flourish. (Pictured)

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Joy Shaver (center) work on their painting skills at the new studio, which is owned and operated by East Buchanan art teacher Kristin Meyer. contributed photo

CITY OF CAMERON

Councilmen question Bank Midwest lease

What began Monday night as a budget work session by the Cameron City Council looked for a moment like it might end with the city’s 18-month lease agreement with Bank Midwest being ripped apart.

“Too many people are watching our city building fall down and they want to make sure we use their tax dollars right.” ~ Mayor Becky Curtis

Concerns over a possible alternative location for city hall, and fears that the city hadn’t vetted every opportunity, had council members trying to figure out if they were truly obligated to the Bank Midwest lease even though it was unsigned. It seemed that constituents were concerned that not all options had been vetted and had voiced objections. During a break in the budget session (which lasted nearly three hours), Coun-

cilman Feighert and Mayor Curtis were questioned about the cause for concern. Apparently, there was confusion over a meeting between City Manager Steve Rasmussen and the owners of the Little Blessings building on Third Street. A discus-

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money from the April election. He said the council will be hearing more about the wastewater treatment plant and the inflow and infiltration (I&I) project.

He said that the city will be going out to bid in the next month for the water line that’s associated with the new tower under construction on the north side of town. Garrett said that crews are nearly done pouring the base for the new tower.

Garrett added that on the April bonds, the money is on loan to the city at onepercent interest. But the city is banking the money at five-percent interest, so the municipality is actually making additional funds that could be used to enhance the improvements.

Garrett said that some residents have been talking about allowing chickens within the city limits and he wanted to inform the council that the issue will be discussed at the next planning and zoning meeting.

The council went on to consider the first of three bills on the evening, approving the semi-annual financial statement for the city, covering January 1, 2024, through June 30, 2024.

The second bill (also passed unanimously) amended city parking restrictions to establish S. Oak Street between Frost and Fairway as no parking. It’s a narrow road that becomes heavily congested when the school district hosts football games or track meets, making it hard for regular vehicles (let alone emergency vehicles) to navigate the road.

The council also approved an ordinance establishing a community committee for historic districts and landmarks, which could open up grant funding for buildings and areas that earn the designation. Garrett said that resident Sam Finley did a lot of work spearheading the effort but was unable to attend the meeting.

sion of possible tax abatements had circulated back to members of the council, suggesting that it was available for city occupation and could eliminate the need for taxpayers to fund the $7,250 monthly rent at Bank Midwest while city hall is repaired.

Rasmussen and Assistant City Manager Zac Johnson were quick to point out that not only did the Little Blessings building not fill the needs of city hall staff,

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For those in the southeast corner of Clinton County, the Holt Fire Protection District is asking for an increase to its general operational levy from $0.5394 per $100 assessed value to $0.8894 per $100. Fire Chief Edward Barger said in a story last month in The Leader that the department could face a major reduction in its ambulance services if the tax fails. More information can be found on the department’s Facebook page. There is also a slew of

candidates looking for party nominations to state and federal offices. Remember, as a Primary Election, voters will need to choose a specific ticket on which to vote. There are six polling stations in Clinton County: Plattsburg, Lathrop, Gower, Cameron, Trimble, Holt, with each voter going to a specific station based on the township in which they live. For more information or questions, voters can call the Clinton County Clerk’s office at (816) 539-3713.

Plattsburg’s Oak Street, just east of the football field, will now be no parking at any time after a decision by the Plattsburg City Council. The narrow street tends to get congested during football games and track meets, making it difficult for drivers to navigate the road.

Clinton County Sheriff’s Dept.’s Weekly Calls for Service

Friday, July 19

1:13 a.m.: Medical call on

SW Lewis in Clinton County.

10:28 a.m.: Medical call on Snow Road in Holt.

11:04 a.m.: Medical call on

SE PP Highway in Holt.

1:45 p.m.: Medical call on Harrington in Gower.

3:59 p.m.: Medical call on 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

4:44 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on 36 Highway in Cameron.

5:39 p.m.: Animal call on SE Haynesville in Holt.

10:06 p.m.: Gas odor on South Street in Lathrop.

Saturday, July 20

3:17 a.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on I-35 in Clinton County.

5:42 a.m.: Medical call on

SE 202nd Street in Holt.

7:21 a.m.: Medical call on Franklin Street in Holt.

2:41 p.m.: Disturbance in

progress on NE Bacon Road in Cameron.

6:00 p.m.: Vehicle crash on I-35 in Clinton County.

6:03 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

6:42 p.m.: Animal call on S. Birch Avenue in Plattsburg.

6:51 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on I-35 in Clinton County.

7:18 p.m.: Animal call on SE Haynesville Road in Holt.

Sunday, July 21

11:27 a.m.: Medical call on Marrow Street in Edgerton.

2:09 p.m.: Fire alarm on 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

2:23 p.m.: Medical call on N. Main Street in Plattsburg.

4:28 p.m.: Medical call on W. Clay in Plattsburg.

5:58 p.m.: Medical call on NE 284th Street in Turney. 10:17 p.m.: Medical call on Russell Street in Lathrop.

Monday, July 22

12:14 p.m.: Medical call on W. Eighth Terrace in Lawson.

1:48 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on Cedar Street in Plattsburg.

5:47 p.m.: Medical call on Walnut Street in Plattsburg.

6:04 p.m.: Medical call on SE Valley View Lane in Cameron.

8:15 p.m.: Medical call on E. Concord in Plattsburg.

8:20 p.m.: Medical call near Wilson Road in Easton.

8:24 p.m.: Suspicious activity in progress on Center Street in Lathrop.

8:28 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on 69 Highway in Cameron.

10:59 p.m.: Animal call on Maple Street in Lathrop.

11:40 p.m.: Medical call on Pine Street in Lathrop.

11:48 p.m.: Medical call on E. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.

Tuesday, July 23

8:29 a.m.: Medical call on E. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.

8:37 a.m.: Suspicious person in progress on Ridge Street in Lathrop.

8:41 a.m.: Disturbance in progress on NW 268th Street in Gower.

10:08 a.m.: Medical call on E. Concord in Plattsburg.

10:36 a.m.: Medical call on SE Fred Evans in Lawson.

12:44 p.m.: Vehicle crash on K Highway in Clinton County.

1:09 p.m.: Medical call on SE Pueblo Drive in Lathrop.

2:26 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on I-35 in Holt.

4:48 p.m.: Medical call on N. Main Street in Plattsburg.

7:37 p.m.: Medical call W. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.

7:42 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on I-35 in Clinton County.

8:01 p.m.: Medical call on E.

Osage Street in Plattsburg.

8:20 p.m.: Stealing in progress on SE Cheyenne in Lathrop.

9:17 p.m.: Medical call on Ellington Street in Holt.

10:31 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on 33 Highway in Clinton County.

Wednesday, July 24

1:33 a.m.: Medical call on N. Fourth Street in Plattsburg.

10:23 a.m.: Medical call on MM Highway in Holt.

1:06 p.m.: Structure fire on Cannon Ball in Holt.

1:40 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driver on 69 Highway in Clinton County.

2:18 p.m.: Stealing (not in progress) on Center Street in Lathrop.

2:56 p.m.: Medical call on N. Main Street in Plattsburg.

3:11 p.m.: Assault (not in progress) on 264th Street in Lathrop.

3:15 p.m.: Medical call on

NW Shoemaker in Plattsburg.

3:33 p.m.: Vehicle crash on 169 Highway in Gower.

3:50 p.m.: Medical call on 169 Highway in Gower.

6:54 p.m.: Assault (not in progress) on N. Main Street in Plattsburg.

10:16 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on 121 Highway in Cameron.

Thursday, July 25

3:19 a.m.: Medical call on Redbird in Plattsburg.

7:04 a.m.: Medical call on 116 Highway in Plattsburg. 11:29 a.m.: Medical call on E. Concord in Plattsburg.

2:24 p.m.: Vehicle crash on I-35 in Clinton County.

3:29 p.m.: Medical call on E. Concord in Plattsburg.

3:33 p.m.: Disturbance (not in progress) on 169 Highway in Trimble.

8:22 p.m.: Medical call on 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

Johnson tames the heat with an ace at Plattsburg Country Club

ace in Johnson’s career; an avid golfer, he hits the links up to three times a week in the summer. “It was pretty wild,” he said. “It was about two feet to the right and then it spun over to the hole.”

Re-Elect Larry Fish for proven, effective and proactive leadership in your Sheriff’s Office

“Sheriff Fish’s commitment to public service makes him exceptionally well-suited for this role. His efforts have been crucial in restoring integrity and trust in our Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Fish doesn’t just talk about improvement; he takes action to make a difference. He has spearheaded innovative solutions to enhance the safety of Clinton County residents. These include establishing a Homeland Security Division to access grant funding, outsourcing the office’s internal affairs function to ensure impartial and thorough investigations, reviving the K9 and narcotics units, organizing a Citizens Academy to provide insight into the work of deputies, running CCW and self-defense classes, and coordinating a mutual aid agreemens with all police, fire, and EMS agencies in the County.”

Dr. Eric Clay 30 years in local, state and federal law enforcement 5 years director of public safety; Named 1 of the 40 top influential people in security and life safety globally for 2024

Sheriff Larry Fish Clinton County, Missouri Vote August 6

The race for the office of Sheriff will be decided August 6, since the only two candidates are both running as Republicans. You will not have a chance to vote for Sheriff in November.

Gower’s Cazes Johnson (left) was beating the heat at the Plattsburg Country Club with friends Brent Schultz (center) and Drew McPike (right) on Tuesday when he sank a hole-in-one on #7 with an eight iron. It was the third

Help Support Free News in Clinton Co.

by jamey honeycutt leader publisher

First, to the thousands reading this column, thank you for the comments and letters the past few weeks. It is very important to me that you find value in what we are doing with the paper.

There is not a lot of money in the newspaper side of the business, but my wife and I feel it is important as caretakers of the Fourth Estate for us to continue as the community scribe and watchdog. And in these strange times, should you really be without a referee in this game we are playing? Do you really trust the interwebs and Facebook mafia to call balls and strikes (have you read the comments?), or do you need a real, local newspaper with skin in the game? A newspaper that is fair, impartial and locally-owned?

I think you know my position. We won’t shy away from any challenge that benefits the county we represent.

JAMEY HONEYCUTT LEADER PUBLISHER

OPINIONS

Tuesday’s sheriff’s race pits former co-workers against each other

You know you’re growin’ older when... You pay fifteen dollars for the ten-dollar haircut you used to get for five dollars when you had hair.

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rel. Often, when forecasting county-wide races in Clinton County, the precinct to watch is Shoal (Cameron). That’s where the largest number of votes are and the path to winning likely will be determined there.

County? How will you address those challenges, so they become success?

Sheriff Larry Fish Question: What are you most proud of during your tenure as Clinton County Sheriff?

By going to a partiallypaid model with so many free samples being mailed out on Friday, we brought the news to almost 9,000 households in Plattsburg, Lathrop and Cameron two months ago.

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Clinton County, in its entirety, will face incredible challenges in the coming year. From jail concerns and emergency 911 dispatch consolidations, to crumbling infrastructure and multimillion dollar renovations to Cameron City Hall, this is no time for a news desert in Clinton County. We are going to fill that need but we need your help.

Without a doubt in Clinton County, the race to watch next week is for Clinton County Sheriff. It pits the current sheriff, Larry Fish, against his former chief deputy, A.J. Carrel. Sheriff Fish said that this race is his toughest to date, since he is running against a former employee that was promoted to captain and then chief deputy—someone he obviously thought was a valuable person on his staff.

In writing this story, both candidates were given a list of four questions, and their responses will follow. The voters in Clinton County will have to decide whether to keep Sheriff Fish on the job or turn to the newcomer, Car-

Answer: “I’m most proud of bringing the office into the modern age. We now have proper training; equipment and our vehicles aren’t worn out and have value at the end of service. The pay has risen from $24,000 to $43,600 for starting pay. This has helped with the retention rate, which currently is really good. We now have a professional agency that I think the county can be proud of.

Question: What are the biggest challenges facing your department and Clinton

Answer: “The biggest challenge continues to be the jail. The drain of money impacts all the offices in the courthouse (in 2023, Clinton County spent $77,947 housing prisoners outside of the county jail, and over the last 10 years, has spent $1.2 million housing prisoners at other neighboring jails). We are still transporting prisoners to Daviess-DeKalb and Andrew County. We are working with the county commission and have hired an architect to design the jail (as a) 100 to 150-inmate facility. Estimates range from $17-$18 million. I don’t perceive that staffing will be an issue since we are now paying more.” He said location is still something to consider. He mentioned that thinking outside the box is needed these days.

Question: Since your bud-

get is the largest one for your department, how is your relationship between your department and the Clinton County Commissioners?

Answer: “The relationship in the beginning was contentious. With the change in the commission, the relationship between our department and commission has improved. It’s like night and day regarding our relationship. They control the purse strings so there are plenty of discussions, but at the end of the day we work together. Pertaining to the jail, it continues to be a work in progress.”

The initial contentiousness between the department and commission began with a dispute over the 2018 remodeling of the dispatch area, which was not approved by the commission before it started. A lawsuit was filed and later resolved.

“This race is the tough-

Will a “man for the age” step forward this election cycle?

“Some are men of age. Some are men for the ages. Men make history and not the other way around. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still. Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better.” ~ Harry S. Truman

In 1963, Lyndon Johnson was forced into the presidency by the assassination of John F. Kennedy. In 1968, with the war in Vietnam going badly, and with several nearfatal heart attacks wrecking his health, Johnson withdrew from his re-election bid in March of 1968.

Eugene McCarthy had exposed his weakness by a strong showing with the voters of New Hampshire and several other can-

didates immediately jumped into the race. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in April and the United States cities erupted in violence. Robert Kennedy was assassinated and the Democrat convention was a full-scale riot.

Vice-President Hubert Humphrey emerged from that convention as the Democrat’s hope for a retention of executive power.

Humphrey had campaigned for president in 1960 and had participated in the primaries after Johnson’s departure, acquiring votes. He received his party’s nod in Chicago and ran a respectablebut-losing campaign to Richard Nixon. Lyndon Johnson did not survive the four-year term he had declined to contest, dying in 1973.

In 2024, President Joseph Biden, suffering both physically and cognitively, was encouraged

to debate Donald Trump before the conventions. He was determined to show the world he was on the top of his game, but he failed dramatically. This began a landslide of the big-money donors wanting him removed. The president had acquired nearly fifteen million primary votes, but the “Party of Democracy” was willing to desert them to retain power.

The last nails in Biden’s presidential aspirations came with an assassin’s attempt to kill former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, and a mild case of COVID-19, that sent Biden back into his basement. Trump’s defiant survival and the tremendously successful Republican Party Convention resulted in the consolidation of Republican voters behind their candidate.

These events caused the

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Democrat political power brokers to begin a campaign to remove the so-called leader of their party in a coup. Biden was blackmailed into a resignation of his candidacy in favor of Vice-President Kamala Harris, who has never won a single vote for the presidency, in the name of “big money.” I apologize for being redundant, but this is being delivered by the “Party of Democracy.”

In reality, this is the party of The View, George Clooney, George Soros, Abigail Disney, Hollywood and the Unions. Inflation, military unpreparedness and illegal immigrant crime hardly affect these constituencies. This is not the party of the odoriferous Wal-Mart customers and those pesky individuals that believe in the Bill of Rights.

So, the former escort of May-

or Willie Brown of San Francisco has come full circle to the door of the Oval Office. She will run on a felonious Trump, pronouns, unrestricted abortion and a continuation of a weakened military and catastrophic diplomacy. She has declared this will be a “Brat Summer” to appeal to a generation that approves of student loan forgiveness, living off mom and dad, “peaceful” demonstrations in the streets, and no restrictions on drugs. Let’s Party! Can the United States, as we know it, survive the Democrat machinations, or will there be a “man for the age” to rescue what we hold sacred? Will “Old Joe” survive the next four years? What was in his blackmail package that caused him to go quietly into the night?

Flaws in sharp relief after assassination attempt on Trump

This is not about cosmetics but rather what I call a contingent of federal mavericks. The overstuffed agencies and many representatives stage a bothersome show. It’s not professional and “we the people” do not applaud. What’s wrong? Well, the Secret Service is a glaring example. The coverage of President Trump’s attempted assassination resembled what the Keystone Cops might do. So far, 10

rounds were fired—a sequence of three, then five, and two. Either one or two shooters. Then the coverup of quickly removing evidence, including the stands. That’s absurd!

Director Cheatle (resigned) wanted 30 percent women instead of the best qualified. That ties in with DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion), a defective disease. It downgraded the military, academica, and other institutions. Take it to the dump.

Our representatives many times do not vote on a bill’s true solution. They’re afraid of lost votes in their district and attempt to solidify their long-term seat in congress.

Contributions cause more problems. Tax law has individuals limited to small amounts while corporations can contribute millions. They use political action committees (PAC), which is a tax exempt 527 organization . The 501c3 donations

are tax free. This section of the tax code needs some changes.

Large bills and others are the add-ons. Members use funds that benefit their cause or state. They’re called earmarks or pork barrel. Legislators should try to not make a ham of themselves or do a hog squeal when things don’t go their way.

How about the committees? There are 35 standing (main) ones, five or six special ones, four joint commit-

THE CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

& D’Anna Honeycutt

tees, and all the sub-committees with a grand total well over 200. We hope there’s no in-fighting. The ethics committee is like a novelty—seldom used to monitor members’ conduct.

A host of problems could be solved with term limits. That idea will make legislators cringe. Article V is the method. The people through their state present the proposal, of which a twothirds minimum is needed. Then three-fourths or more

vote for acceptance. However, when you open Article V, it could be a Pandora’s box. Other inappropriate changes could be added. You have to be on guard. We should credit our legislators and agencies who perform admirably. Our duty as citizens is to vote accordingly. To that end, we should investigate and educate about the candidates and issues.

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LeRoy Schwery Lathrop,

Remembering the lessons that came with Alphonus

By Father Tom Ludwig Saint Munchin Catholic Church

In the Catholic church, we honor the memories of those we call saints. On August 1, we honor the memory of a man by the name of Alphonsus Liguori.

Alphonsus was born in Italy and lived from 1696–1787. Alphonsus founded the Redemptorist congregation in 1732 dedicated to living a life in the imitation

of Christ. Why am I writing about Alphonsus? Alphonsus was known to be a moral theologian, thoroughly nourished by scripture. What is the state of morality in our society today? How many of us are nourished by scripture?

My unscientific gut tells me that more and more people in society are malnourished in scripture and even more have lost their sense of morality. Morality is defined as

Larry Don Hartell

Larry Don Hartell, 77, of St. Jospeh, Mo., passed away July 26, 2024.

He was born September 25, 1946, to Ronald and Maude Rice (Dale) Hartell in St. Jospeh, Mo. Larry grew up in Plattsburg, Mo., and in 1964, he graduated from Plattsburg High School. Larry attended UMKC and later attended Seminary School.

Larry was a pharmacist for over 50 years and retired from Rogers Pharmacy in St. Jospeh, Mo. He also served as a minister, serving several congregations in the area.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Hartell; his parents, Ronald and Maude Hartell; his sister, Marylyn Dean; and his brother, Ronald D. Hartell.

Larry is survived by

SEDALIA, Mo. -- Discover nature with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia Aug. 8 - 18. Visit the MDC Conservation Building from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the MDC Xplor Zone for kids from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to see live fish and other native animals such as snakes, turtles, and amphibians. Learn about and see displays of native plants that help butterflies and other important pollinators. Ask MDC staff conservationrelated questions, get educational materials, and have fun. Join MDC on Friday, Aug. 9, for Missouri Department of Conservation Day -a full day of fun and excite-

daughter, Lisa Hartell Holden; son, Brian Hartell; grandchildren, Steven Holden, Rachel Bodnar, and Eli Hartell; sister, Dorothy Silvius; brother, Lowell Hartell; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Visitation: Thursday, August 1, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Grace Calvary Chapel, St. Joseph, Mo. Private family graveside services will be held later.

ment sponsored by MDC! For more information, visit mostatefair.com.

Enjoy these free conservation-related programs at MDC’s outdoor pavilion:

LIVE RAPTORS: See birds of prey at the Raptors of Missouri presentation with Dickerson Park Zoo on Aug. 8 at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 4 p.m.

SMOKEY BEAR: Celebrate his 80th birthday on Aug. 9 and Aug. 10 at 11 a.m.

T-SHIRTS and TOTE

BAGS: Make Smokey Bear t-shirts and tote bags from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 9 and 10.

INVASIVE SPECIES: Learn about invasive animals and plants on Aug. 9 on the MoDOT lawn.

principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior. When combined with scripture, the definition can be expanded to Christian principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong.

As human beings on this earth, it is possible to be a moral person—knowing the difference between right and wrong. As Christians in this world, we are given the

opportunity to be a moral person that aligns with our faith in Jesus Christ. The integrity of the upright guides them, but the crookedness of the treacherous destroys them (Proverbs 11:3 and John 13:34–35).

When people live ethically and exhibit love, they show the world that they belong to Jesus and that they are children of God. How much better would our community, our society in gen-

eral, become if we could reverse the trend; more people becoming nourished in scripture and having more people with morals. Are you living a moral life? Are you nourished by scripture? Let us follow the example of St. Alphonsus and reform our community, our society, in morals and in scripture. Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed,

rightly handling the word of truth. (2 Tim 2:15). Let us always strive to live a Christ-like moral life. Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with affection. Outdo one another in showing honor (Romans 12:9-10).

Plattsburg Senior Center Menu

Thursday, August 1

Chicken tetrazzini, broccoli, creamed peas, peaches, wheat bread.

Friday, August 2

Sausage veggie bake au gratin, corn, spinach, pears.

Monday, August 5

Taco salad, refried beans, diced tomatoes, apricots, wheat bread.

Tuesday, August 6

Chicken tenders, lima beans, buttered beets, tropical fruit, wheat bread.

Wednesday, August 7

Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, pineapple, homemade rolls.

Thursday, August 8

Tuna casserole, creamed peas, spinach, apple crisp, wheat bread.

ALL-TERRAIN TRACK

CHAIRS: Check out these special mobile chairs for people with limited mobility on Aug. 11 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

CONSERVATION CANINES: Meet the dogs who are specially trained for conservation work on Aug. 12 and Aug. 13 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Friday, August 9

Beef hot dog with a whole wheat bun, baked beans, corn, peaches.

Monday, August 12

Sloppy joe on a bun, tater tots, lima beans, mixed fruit.

Tuesday, August 13

Fish fillet, corn, buttered beets, mandarin oranges, wheat bread.

Wednesday, August 14

Hot roast beef sandwich, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, peaches, August birthday cake.

Thursday, August 15

Chef’s salad with meats, vegetables, cheese and egg, tomato salad, apricots, crackers.

PRAIRIES AND GRASSLANDS: Learn about these unique habitats all day on Aug. 14 through a special display from the Department of Natural Resources.

HATCHERY TRUCK DISPLAY: See what an MDC special truck to move fish looks like up close all day on Aug. 15.

FISH FRY: Enjoy a fish

Friday, August 16

Goulash, cauliflower, peas, pineapple, wheat bread.

Monday, August 19

Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, pears, wheat bread.

Tuesday, August 20

Baked potato bar with meats and cheese, broccoli, banana pudding, wheat bread.

Wednesday, August 21

Country ham, sweet potatoes, buttered beets, peaches, cornbread.

Thursday, August 22

Salmon loaf, creamed peas, corn, gelatin with pears, wheat bread.

Friday, August 23

Spaghetti with meat sauce, carrots, lettuce salad, mandarin oranges, garlic bread.

cooking and cleaning demonstration and tasting on Aug. 16 and Aug. 17 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

CAMP FIRE COOKING: Learn how to cook with

Monday, August 26

Shepard’s pie with vegetables in the pie, corn, spinach, tropical fruit, wheat bread.

Tuesday, August 27

Baked chicken and rice, creamed peas, broccoli, peaches, wheat bread.

Wednesday, August 28

Swiss steak, cauliflower, green beans, mandarin oranges, wheat bread.

Thursday, August 29

Ham salad on lettuce, copper penny salad, pickled beets, lime gelatin with cottage cheese and pineapple, wheat bread.

Friday, August 30

Hamburger on bun, potato wedges, baked beans, applesauce, relishes.

Dutch ovens, pie irons, foil packs, and cooking on a stick on Aug. 18 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.Learn more about MDC programs and events at mdc.mo.gov.

Board locks in GMP of new middle school building at $15.3 million

District, city work toward deal on field use

During the East Buchanan Board of Education meeting on Monday, July 22, the board was asked to approve a contract outlining the guaranteed maximum price with AL J. Mueller Construction for the new middle school building.

The total cost for the project will be just under $15.3 million. However, the board was also presented with another request for a change order at the site that could range from $50,000 to approximately $180,000. Superintendent Dr. John Newell and AL J. Mueller representatives informed the board that, during dirt work, they encountered four different drain tiles about six feet below the surface. These tiles were apparently put in place many years previously to control what appears to be water from an underground stream.

This issue does not affect the location of the new building but will impact the parking lot and drive south of the building site. According to Jeff Gray with Al J. Mueller, the water does not appear to be rain runoff because it is clear and has little sediment in it. Engineers suggested the best way to resolve this

issue is to put large amounts of rock down about fourplus feet and then proceed with the base for the parking lot and drive. However, there is no guarantee the situation won’t cause issues in the future.

The board opted to take the most aggressive course of action and unanimously approved both the option to get a contract for the guaranteed maximum price, as well as the change order request.

The board did get some better news related to the old middle school, as well as the proposal to use the old T-ball field at Heritage Park for a practice football field. They approved a contract with AgraLand to supply propane at a cost of $1.185 per gallon to the old middle school. Under an agreement with the city, the school could use the T-ball area while removing the field equipment, keeping the field mowed and holding the city harmless. Dr. Newell will get back with city officials to get a formal agreement written up for final approval.

Dr. Newell asked the board to approve setting the tuition rate for the upcoming school year at $6,420 per child.

Dr. Newell informed the board that the district

newsletter is ready to send out and that the projected tax revenues for the upcoming year will increase about $1.5 million, even though it is not a reassessment year. The board will hold a tax rate hearing prior to the September board meeting. He also provided a maintenance update, stating the new gym lights were in and provided much better lighting; that August 13 is the first day for staff to report; the glazing work is complete and the tuck-pointing on the elementary building is almost completed; and that the asphalt work on the parking lots would start about July 29.

Early in the meeting, Amy Adams provided the board with a CTA report and Dr. Newell introduced Mr. Chris Anderson, who will be the new principal at the middle school. Mr. Anderson previously taught at East Buchanan from 2013 to 2018, then served as Cameron’s high school assistant principal, and most recently served as the principal at Penney High School in Hamilton.

With no additional business before the board, the meeting was adjourned at 8:38 p.m and the next board meeting and tax hearing will be held on Monday, August 19, at 7 p.m.

Lt. Governor Kehoe Helps Honor Cameron Volunteers

Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe was in Cameron last Thursday to honor Amy Ford and Neva Woody, who have raised well over $600,000 for the Cameron Veterans Home through their respective events. (Above) Lt. Gov. Kehoe gathers with Ford, Woody, family and friends for a photo on Thursday. brett adkison | the clinton county leader

Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe speaks Thursday in Cameron. brett adkison | the clinton county leader

Amy Ford (left), Neva Woody (center) and Gary Summers with the Cameron Veterans Home Assistance League. brett adkison | the clinton county leader

Roger Foreman with the Cameron Veterans Home Assistance League spoke Thursday, outlining the contributions and efforts of the two honorees, Neva Woody and Amy Ford. brett adkison | the clinton county leader

but that it was not even an option in the time frame the city needed. The conversations between the city and building owner were not related to any possible move.

After their questions were addressed by city staff, both Feighert and Curtis were prepared to move forward with the Bank Midwest lease, realizing that there was no other viable option due to time constraints.

The theme among council members during the budget session was cutting expenses, but little emerged from the discussion that aided in belttightening. With looming repairs to city hall estimated at almost $2 million, this budget season promises to be challenging.

During the budget session, Zac Johnson also reminded attendees that

the water main down Third Street from Walnut westward was the oldest and most problematic in town and needs to be replaced soon.

That repair would not only be expensive, but federally required due to the fact that there was lead present in the lines; now that it is known, it has to be replaced.

While there may be funds available to offset the repair costs, taxpayers will undoubtedly be on the hook for a good part of that repair, stretching the budget even farther.

The city budget will be under construction by staff until Rasmussen files a final version for approval in September. One additional work session is planned before the August 19 city council session but there is no plan for public comment on the budget.

est one I’ve run, since AJ was a friend and a great person,” the sheriff said. “Known him for years, so that makes this race the toughest to date.”

The release of prisoners from the Clinton County Jail has some residents asking about the process. Sheriff Fish said that most have rides, but once they are free to go, they are also free to choose how to do so.

“They can tell us to go to heck, but for the most part, they are getting rides.”

AJ Carrel Tinnen: If elected, what changes would you make to the current sheriff’s department?

Carrel: I would work on additional coverage on the road patrols. I would make it a minimum of two deputies per shift.

I would look to see where the budget can be adjusted to cut useless spending. It would take a collaborative effort to achieve by working with our county commissioners.

We need to re-establish training efforts with local agencies, which can do two things at once – reduce costs and build camaraderie.

The issues with mental health are growing quickly. I would work with our health partners to bring more coverage to our officers, staff and local communities.

2. What do you perceive are the biggest challenges facing

the department and Clinton County?

Carrel: Recruitment, retention and officer wellness are at the top of the list. Breaking the stigma around mental health is paramount to our success. The competition for officers has been and will continue to be a serious problem. We are a small agency and need to act accordingly. The current sheriff’s office is run like a large agency with an endless supply of money. Again, we can partner with our neighbors to share tools to cut costs. I would also seek to partner with our courts to establish a drug court program.

3. And how would you make those challenges successful? My priority is to work and rebuild broken relationships by working with other agency heads and state agencies to provide the best services in the State of Missouri. We will work with the courts and offer support to maximize our community service resources. That’s how you build a successful program—let’s work to prevent offenders from becoming reoffenders.

4. There have been some previous issues between the department and the Clinton County Commissioners. How would you solve some of those issues?

While I was employed with

CAMERON DOORS

the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department as a captain and chief deputy, there were several opportunities where I was able to secure grants and COVID-19 funding. This enabled us to modernize the community room. As a result, we turned it into a state-of-the-art training center. I worked with the commissioners to obtain gently-used furniture for the entire courthouse, thus saving thousands of dollars. The unauthorized remodel of the dispatch area by Sheriff Fish not only damaged the relationship between the sheriff’s department and commissioners, but also cost the county money. There were times during meetings with Sheriff Fish and the commission where he would pound his fist on the desk if he did not get his way. That will not be the case with Sheriff Carrel. My goal has always been to work and serve everyone and provide the best leadership example possible.

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Trivia question: What is the highest-grossing film of all time, taking inflation into account? A: Gone With the Wind; B. Avatar; C. Forrest Gump; D. Titanic (find the answer close by).

* * * * A smile... “How Politics Work.”

I told my son, “You will marry the girl I choose.” He said, “No.”

I told him, “She is Bill Gates’s daughter.” He said, “Okay.” I called Bill Gates, and said, “I want your daughter to marry my son.” Bill Gates said, “No.” I told Bill Gates, “My son is the CEO of World Bank.”

Bill Gates said, “Ok.” I called the president of World Bank and asked him to make my son the CEO. He said, “No.”

I told him, “My son is Bill Gates’s son-in-law.”

He said, “Okay.”

This is how politics works. (Trivia answer: A. Gone with the Wind. Estimates for Gone with the Wind’s adjusted gross have varied substantially. Its owner, Turner Entertainment, estimated its adjusted earnings at $3.3 billion in 2007, a few years earlier than the Guinness estimate. Other estimates fall on either side of this amount, with one putting its gross just under $3 billion in 2010. *

Food for thought: “The cure for crime is not the electric chair, but the highchair.” J. Edgar Hoover (January 1, 1895 – May 2, 1972) was an American law-enforcement administrator who served as the final director of the Bureau of Investigation (BOI) and the first director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Full-Time Water/Wastewater Operator

Full-Time Career Opportunity: The City of Plattsburg, Missouri (pop. 2,222) is accepting applications for a full-time Water/ Wastewater Operator.

This can be an entry-level position or can accommodate someone with experience and/or education in a related field. Wages will depend heavily on experience, education, and certification, however entry-level hires will have the opportunity to increase their pay through time-in-service and obtaining licenses/certifications. Entry-level starting pay for this position is $15.00 per hour, or more based on experience and or licensing.

Pay includes health insurance (vision, life and dental) and paid holidays including vacation.

This position splits time between the wastewater treatment plant in Plattsburg and the water treatment plant in nearby Trimble, Missouri. This is a technical, hands-on position, (no suit and tie required) ideal for someone who can learn the science behind water quality, chemistry, water distribution systems, and plant engineering, and well suited for someone who isn’t afraid to get his/her hands dirty maintaining equipment, keeping tanks clean, collecting samples, servicing pumps, and other duties.

The City of Plattsburg is an equal opportunity employer. To set up an interview please send your resume to:Jhartzell@plattsburg-mo.gov or come to City Hall and pick up an application.

2x4 CCL starting 4-4-24

Trojanettes wrap up an impressive summer

Congratulations to the Trojanettes 16 and under softball team for their tremendous summer season! The Trojanettes went 30-13-2 this summer, winning the USSSA State Championship (6-0). They were also second in the Ringneck International Tournament, second in the May Madness tournament, and third in the Six in the Spring event. The team is composed of student-athletes from throughout Northwest Missouri. Front Row: Lilly Nelson (Plattsburg), Hadley Defreece (Ravenwood), Kaylor Hodge (Trenton), Karydon Jones (Gallatin), Sophia Smith (Mid-Buchanan). Back Row: Sophia Redman (Maysville), Dru Pearson (Mid Buch), Macee Blythe (Savannah), Avery Clark (Trenton), Brynn Bird (Gallatin), Siarrah George (Savannah). Coaches: Bryce George, Josh Redman, Robby Blythe, Andy Pearson and Brandon Jones.

Airing of the Quilts in Hamilton this month

The annual Hamilton Airing of the Quilts—the largest airing of the quilts in the Midwest—is Friday, August 16, and Saturday, August 17. Over 800 quilts will be on display.

Billed as the largest airing of the quilts display in the Midwest, over 800 quilts will be displayed throughout the downtown area, Ham-

ilton homes and businesses, and at various venues around Hamilton, including the Missouri Quilt Museum. Maps are available at most downtown businesses.

The Airing of the Quilts is a tradition that dates back to colonial times. After a long cold winter, the women would pick a day in the spring to air out and

freshen the family’s quilts over a fence, a clothes line, or across the porch. In some communities, the quilts were taken out of summer storage and aired in the autumn, just before the cold weather set in. Over time, the local residents would stroll around the town and view all of the many different colorful quilts that were airing out,

which brought the townspeople together in a social atmosphere. Often times, a community meal, concert or street dance was added to the festivities. The airing was repeated in late summer or fall in preparation for winter.

Quilts were necessities for warmth, but were also created and given for babies,

for children, and for wedding gifts. Small lap quilts were given to elderly persons at home or in nursing facilities and quilts of valor presented to people in the military. These are timeless traditions that have lasted.

There is no charge for the downtown or outdoor exhibits. Wrist bands are required for the indoor venues and the Missouri Quilt Museum. There is a charge for bands, which are available at the museum and all indoor venues.

Hours for the Airing of the Quilts are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. The Missouri Quilt Museum is located a 300 East Bird Street in Hamilton.

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MoDOT roadwork in Northwest Missouri this week

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of July 29-August 4. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. Check the MoDOT Traveler Information Map at http://traveler. modot.org, or download the app for updated information.

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

Andrew County

U.S. Route 71 – Resurfacing project on portions of north and southbound lanes from Route V south of Maryville to U.S. Route 59 north of Savannah, through September 2024. (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.).

U.S. Route 169 – Resurfacing project from intersection of Missouri Route 31 (DeKalb County) to Interstate 29 (Buchanan County), through August 2024 (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.).

Route B – Pothole patching from the One Hundred and Two River to Route 48, July 29.

Route D – Pothole patching from U.S. Route 169 to Route 48, July 30.

Route W – Pothole patching from Route 6 in Buchanan County to Route O, July 31.

Atchison County Route 111 – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Pike Creek Drainage Ditch north of Corning, through mid-August 2024. (Contractor: North Central Bridge, LLC) https://www. modot.org/missouri-route111-missouri-route-46-androute-yy-bridge-replacement-atchison-and-gentry.

Route C – Culvert Replacement at R Avenue intersection (Morning Sun Seed Road), July 29.

U.S. Route 59 – Pothole patching from U.S. Route 136 to the Atchison/Holt county line, July 30-Aug 2.

Buchanan County Cook Road Bridge –CLOSED for a bridge rehabilitation project over I-29 in St. Joseph through October 2024. (Contractor: Clarkson Construction Company) https://www.modot.org/ interstate-29-bridge-rehabilitation-buchanan.

U.S. Route 169 – Resurfacing project from intersection of Missouri Route 31 (DeKalb County) to Interstate 29 (Buchanan County), through August 2024 (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.).Route W – Pothole patching from Route 6 to Route O in Andrew County, July 31.

Caldwell County Route 13 – CLOSED from Route P to Far West Drive for a resurfacing project from the south city limits of Hamilton to just north of Route HH in Kingston through mid-September 2024. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.). https://www. modot.org/13-pavementresurfacing-caldwell-anddaviess.

Carroll County Route M – CLOSED at the Grand River bridge for a bridge rehabilitation project through Oct. 1, 2024. (Contractor: Hardy Construction, LLC) Route M Bridge Rehabilitation in Carroll and Chariton | Missouri Department of Transportation (modot.org).

Route CC – CLOSED beginning at the Little Wakenda Creek Bridge for a bridge rehabilitation project through October. (CapitalHorner & Shifrin). *1

U.S. Route 24 – Bridge maintenance at the Grand River Bridge, July 29-Aug. 2 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The bridge will be narrowed to one lane during working hours.

Chariton County

Route D – CLOSED until further notice at the Shoal Creek Bridge due to deck deterioration. This bridge is currently scheduled for the January 2025 contractor letting through the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.

Route F – CLOSED at the Palmer Creek Bridge west of Keytesville for a bridge rehabilitation project through September (Capital-Horner & Shifrin). *1

Route JJ – CLOSED at the Slater Branch Bridge for a bridge rehabilitation project through October (CapitalHorner & Shifrin). *1

Route D – CLOSED at the West Fork of Bee Creek Bridge for a bridge rehabilitation project, through October (Capital-Horner & Shifrin). *1

Route M – CLOSED at the Grand River bridge for a bridge rehabilitation

through October. (Contractor: Hardy Construction, LLC) Route M Bridge Rehabilitation in Carroll and Chariton | Missouri Department of Transportation (modot.org).

Route 5 – Guardrail improvements under the Norfolk Southern Railroad bridge west of Salisbury through mid-August. (Contractor: Capital Paving and Construction, LLC).

U.S. Route 24 – Bridge maintenance at the Grand River Bridge, July 29-Aug.

2 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The bridge will be narrowed to one lane during working hours.

Route 5 – CLOSED for a

scrub seal from U.S. Route 24 to the Linn County line in Marceline, July 30 – Aug

Route K – Pothole patching Aug 2, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Clinton County

Route H – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project from NE Estep Road to U.S. Route 69 through November 2024. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.) https:// www.modot.org/route-hbridge-replacement-clinton.

DeKalb County

U.S. Route 36 – Concrete replacement eastbound from U.S. Route 69 to I-35, July 29-Aug. 2. The road will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock.

U.S. Route 169 – Resurfacing project from intersection of Missouri Route 31 (DeKalb County) to Interstate 29 (Buchanan County), through August 2024 (Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.).

Route P – Pothole patching from the Buchanan County

line to Route 6, Aug. 1.

Livingston County

U.S. Route 36 – Pavement improvement project under the U.S. Route 65 bridge and the Canadian Pacific Railroad bridge in Chillicothe through July 30. One lane may be closed in either direction around-the-clock with a 10-foot width restriction in place (Contractor: Magruder Paving, LLC).

Mercer County

U.S. Route 136 – Resurfacing project from the Harrison/Mercer County line to Route C near Princeton through September. The road will be narrowed to one lane and a 12-foot width restriction will be in place (Contractor: Norris Asphalt Paving Co.).

U.S. Route 136 – CLOSED around-the-clock from Route U to Route P for a concrete replacement, July 29-31.

Route D – CLOSED at the Union Pacific railroad crossing for track repairs,

July 29-30 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Nodaway County

Route NN – CLOSED until further notice at the Platte River Bridge west of Parnell due to significant bridge deterioration.

Route NN – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Main Street to Waldrony Avenue, July 29, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route NN – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Orion Road to Olympic Road, July 30, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route E – CLOSED aroundthe-clock for a culvert replacement from 190 Street to 200 Street, July 31-Aug 1.

Route AE – CLOSED for pothole patching, July 29Aug. 2, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Agriculture

For Sale: One grass fed beef. Sold by hanging weight. Call 66o645-2269

5 Left - REGISTERED 2-year old Balancer and Angus bulls. Calving ease, performance, carcass quality, gentle bulls. Genetics from Coneally, SAV, Mead, Basin, Lazy TV, Burbank. Top performing grid sales results.

EPDs available. Lathrop, MO 913908-9374

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

Gravel, sand, top soil, mulch, river rock, bouldersTurney Mini Quarry 816-2482523.

For Sale: One grass fed beef. Sold by hanging

weight. Call 66o645-2269

PAYING

$75/ACRE FOR RENTAL PASTURE. Will consider any size and location. 816288-9060.

For Rent House for rent: No pets. No Smoking. One bedroom, One bath. One story, with basement. Close to the country club. Carpeted, extremely clean. Call 660359-3800

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for

single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Cassandra Brewer at 660-359-5647.

For Sale Garden Headquarters! Garden seeds, assorted garden tools, best prices in town.

Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, Trenton. 660-3593660.

HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-2891935 or Leah Helton 660-3593806 or 660-6350537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different"

Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-359-

4100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re your Shelter. ShelterInsurance.com

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

Help Wanted Sunnyview Nursing Home has job openings avail-

able 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.

Help Wanted: Home Visitor, Caldwell County Head Start. This position is responsible for planning homebased learning experiences that focus on promoting high-quality early learning in the home.

Full-Time with the following

benefits: 4-day work week

Dental/Health /Life insurance

Retirement LifeFlight Sick Leave Paid tuition to NCMC This position is responsible for the supervision of center staff and volunteers. As well as planning, monitoring, and managing the facility ™s daily program, social services, and family engagement activities. Visit http://www.gree nhillsheadstart.or g for job description and applica-

tion or call 660359-2214. E.O.I.

North Central Missouri College is seeking a Student Support Services Assistant . This is a fulltime position with benefits included. Interested applicants should visit www.ncmissouri.e du/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-3576203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

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 – Dean, Hankook, Cooper tires

Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlautosupply.com

Services

*SEAMLESS GUTTERING* We are ready to replace your old gutters with new seamless aluminum gutters! MOORE’S CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience.

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 day-Friday, 7-5, Saturday, 7:3012.

Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800-425-0976 or 485-6611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience.

RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital on Iowa Blvd in Trenton. 5 Unit sizes available. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 660-3597683.

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 660684-6404

JAMESPORT BUILDERS, 660684-6931, 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport. POLE BARNS - GA-

RAGES, Spray foam insulation.

BUY - SELL -

TRADE - BIG

NASTY'S GUNS & AMMO - Stop in and see us at our New Location1515 E. 9th Street, Trenton, MO. Nathan Rorebeck, 660-6350469 www. bignastys.com

Mid-States Services is now offering: Fiber Optic installs in rural Trenton!

Mid-States will STILL WAIVE the $150 installation free for those who sign up NOW! Sign up TODAY by calling 660359-2045 or at http://www.midstates.net. 4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683.

Willing Workers LLP - Do you need your siding or roof replaced? Give Willing Workers a call today for a FREE estimate... 660973-5694, John Kramer, 17594 St. Hwy. 190, Jamesport, MO 64648

PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 660359-3699-shop, 660-359-2202home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 75' bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured. Free Estimates

Agriculture For Sale: One grass fed beef. Sold by hanging weight. Call 66o645-2269

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 816248-3091

Gravel, sand, top soil, mulch, river rock, bouldersTurney Mini Quarry 816-2482523.

For Sale: One grass fed beef. Sold by hanging weight. Call 66o645-2269

PAYING

$75/ACRE FOR RENTAL PASTURE. Will consider any size and

Gower Fire Station

407 N. 169 Highway

Gower, MO 64454

POLLING PLACES

Holt Fire Station Goppert Community Center

260 N. 33 Highway 406 Elm Street

Holt, MO 64048 Lathrop, MO 64465

CALDWELL

STATE

1,524,472 3,276,533 $9,173,405 $84,170 (7/25, 8/1/24)

NOTICE OF TAX CERTIFICATE SALE

STR

HUDSON KEVIN

STR 35-55-03

POWELL JOHN W & MARGARET L 250 1207.235004001003.000

location. 816288-9060.

For Rent House for rent: No pets. No Smoking. One bedroom, One bath. One story, with basement. Close to the country club. Carpeted, extremely clean. Call 660359-3800

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer

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

For Sale Garden Headquarters! Garden seeds, assorted garden tools, best

prices in town. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, Trenton. 660-3593660.

HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian Mc-

Daniel 816-2891935 or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537

"Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different"

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

Help Wanted

KELLY

MCMICHAEL DAVID A

Aide. Please fill out a job application at 1311 East 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. E.O.E.

Sunnyview Nursing Home has job openings available for the following positions: RN, LPN, CNA, Dietary and Level I Medication

Help Wanted: Home Visitor, Caldwell County Head Start. This position is responsible for planning homebased learning ex-

periences that focus on promoting high-quality early learning in the home.

Full-Time with the following benefits: 4-day work week

Dental/Health /Life insurance Retirement LifeFlight Sick Leave Paid tuition to NCMC This position is responsible for the supervision of center staff and volunteers. As well as planning, monitoring, and managing the facility ™s daily program, social services, and family engagement activities.

Visit http://www.gree nhillsheadstart.or g for job description and application or call

660-359-2214. E.O.I.

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 – Dean, Hankook, Cooper tires

Legal Notice

Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlautosupply.com

Services *SEAMLESS GUTTERING* We are ready to replace your old gutters with new seamless aluminum gutters! MOORE’S CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience.

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The Gower Fire Protection District will hold a special meeting to set the tax levy for the 2025 year on August 21, 2024 at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Gower Fire House at 407 A N HWY 169, Gower, MO 64454.

- Board of Directors

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The annual board meeting of The Industrial Development Authority of Clinton County, Missouri will be held on August 19, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the Goppert Financial Bank located at 710 Oak Street, Lathrop, Missouri. The purpose of the meeting will be to elect directors to serve for the ensuing year and any other business brought forward during said proceedings.

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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING

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IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI

PROBATE DIVISION Case Number: 24CN-PR00056 In the Estate of WILBUR LYNN FLETCHER, Decedent. Notice of Hearing - Letters of Administration Filed

To: All unknown heirs of the decedent and all persons known or believed to claim any interest in the property outlined below as an heir or through an heir of the decedent.

You are hereby notified that you are entitled to appear and be heard at a hearing to be held on th 11th say of September, 2024 at 9AM in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri. on a petition to grant Letters of Administration of the above named decedent, who died on May 6, 2024, to MICHELLE L SCHOTTLE.

Should you fail to appear, judgement and decree may be entered in due course upon said Petition.

Petitioner’s attorney is Megan Alfano, whose business address is: 200 NE Missorui RD, STE 200, Lee’s Summit, MO. 64086.

First date of Publication: 7/25/24

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A hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 13, 2024, at the Plattsburg Fire Station, 105 Bush St, Plattsburg, Missouri at which time citizens may be heard on the property tax rates proposed to be set by the Plattsburg Fire Protection District for the 202 tax

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sance Studio.”

The couple created a main studio area for painting, drawing and printmaking, while another room was dedicated to clay work. They were even able to dedicate a room for music for their three sons—Jackson, Quincy and Kemper. They were able to purchase a lot of equipment from nearby Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph, which auctioned some of its art equipment.

Kristin said things seemed to fall into place, making her dream a reality.

“I started doing afterschool classes for kids this past spring, as well as a few weekend classes in batik for adults, and some gatherings of local teachers for a social activity,” she said. “I also offered an art teacher workshop in the art of batik this past winter. My goal is to offer classes for kids and adults to be creative and learn. I have been so blessed in my teaching career to have had wonderful students, and I want to continue to offer this to the community even after retirement.”

Kristin’s passion for art began early.

She went to the University of Missouri in Columbia, majoring in fine arts with an emphasis in drawing. She felt if she could draw, every other medium—painting, printing, design—would come easier to her. She decided on a dual major and received both a B.A. in fine arts and a B.S. in education with a K-12 art certification (with a minor in art history).

“It was interesting to see the different sides of art,” Kristin said. “On the one hand, I got to produce art in my fine arts classes. In my education classes, I learned how to teach art to others. In my art history classes, we discussed why artists did what they did in their art.”

She began her teaching career with the Park Hill School District, but after nearly a decade, it was a long daily commute from Gower.

“My grandparents, Lola and Clifford Courtney, lived in Gower, and my mom, Luann, grew up here,” she said. “At that time, my husband, Carl, and I were living in the family home. Once I had children, I realized how much time I was spending on the road each day and decided to try to get a teaching job closer to home.” And home is what she found. She interviewed at

“I always liked art growing up,” she said. “I had a fantastic elementary art teacher named Doris Wood who probably planted the seed in my head that I might want to teach art when I grew up. Growing up, my parents gave me every opportunity to do art activities and classes.”

East Buchanan, where she has taught the last 20 years, helping young artists from the elementary up through the high school find their brushstrokes. Kristin added that, rather than specializing in a specific media like at Park Hill, she’s needed to know how to teach about every media and technique while working at East Buchanan.

For more information on Renaissance Studio, including classes and more, be sure to follow the studio on Facebook.

(Left) East Buchanan art teacher and studio owner Kristin Meyer with her husband, Carl. (Right) A young artist works on her self-portrait at Renaissance Art Studio. (Below, left to right) Kristin and Carl’s sons Kemper, Quincy and Jackson. contributed photos