The Leader • 12-15-22

A Donation at Christmas Time

Lathrop Chiropractic Center helps area students in need. || PAGE A3

Hartzell’s Keep Up Tradition

The Hartzell Family raises money, toys for the local Toys for Tots Campaign. || PAGE A6

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PLATTSBURG A tribute to the late Stacy Howard

Anyone who crossed Stacy Howard’s path knew he was a special person. And, if you lived in or visited Plattsburg and spent time downtown, your path crossed with Stacy’s often.

I first met Stacy at Ellis Elementary. He was a couple years older than I was. Then a few years later, my mom married his Uncle Mickey, so we became cousins. He was at family gatherings, school sports events and town happenings. I also saw him at Bert and Ernie’s a lot. I worked there for several years and Stacy always came in for an iced tea and conversation.

Now, we all know Stacy had a knack for asking questions. “Are you workin’ today?” or “What’s that boy of yours up to?” or “Where’s your husband today?” or “How’s your mama?” He genuinely cared about everyone he knew, and he knew everyone. And if he didn’t know you, he told you he didn’t, and asked your name.

In 2017, I came up with an idea. Stacy had jobs around town which were coordinated as part of giving adults with disabilities an opportunity to work in the communities they lived in. At the time, I was the editor of The Clinton County Leader. His coordinator contacted me to see if I had any odd jobs he could do at the

Doss and Ellis earn National Honors

agricultural repair and maintenance entrepreneurship because he already had a reasonably successful small engine repair business. He had built up the business by working on lawn mowers, leaf blowers, chain saws, and weed eaters, which eventual-

Kleins Earn Big Honor

City officials and park leaders cut the ribbon on the 10,000-foot, all-abilities playground and splash pad at Burns Park in downtown Lathrop on Saturday. The park was made possible through major contributions from the Goppert Foundation, the SB40 board, and numerous community members, as well as a Land and Water Conservation grant through the City of Lathrop. Front Row (left to right): Lori Snodgrass, Coetta Whiteley, Patti Reed, Mayor Jennifer Morrison, Gerald Snodgrass, Beth Clark, Kendra Gagnon, and Jessica Clariday. Back Row: Mika Hufford, Stephanie Danger, Bob Burns, Rob Grissom, Donnie Quinn, Jen Lanning, Porter Hensen and Jason Gentzell. brett adkison | the leader

Congratulations to Jack and Shari Klein and family, who were recently named the 2022 Gower Person of the Year by the Gower Chamber of Commerce during the Community Christmas event Sunday in Gower. Watch out for more on the award in coming

by becky black special to the leader

(Above Left) Kendra Gagnon with Friends of Lathrop City Park spoke to the crowd Saturday, recounting the selfless groups and community members who donated or volunteered to help make the new playground possible. (Above Right) Lathrop Mayor Jennifer Morrison. (Left) The crowd at the park was packed with children ready to try the new equipment, while others were excited to take a moment and visit Santa. brett adkison | the leader

ly grew into working on tractors. He said he works mostly on gas engines but can also work on diesels, although it takes him longer and he sometimes needs to consult others if he becomes stumped.

Dylan chose equine science placement for his project because his family already worked 20 years in the selection and breeding of quarter horses, and he grew up helping his family.

He said he started as a gofer (go-get-it person) by carrying water and feed, cleaning stalls, and eventually worked his way up to help select both mares and studs to breed.

Both boys spent time in the area 4-H Program but for different reasons. Both boys took ag classes at East Buchanan, but again, for different reasons. Both boys got into FFA for different reasons. Dylan was offered the opportunity as an eighth

grader when not enough of the high school students participated. That helped him make the decision to join. Trentin’s father was in FFA and that helped him make his decision.

Mr. Chuck Wilson, EBHS agriculture teacher and FFA advisor, came to both boys their junior year and put a bug into their ears about the SAE competition. They competed with fellow FFA students in the area competition, then advanced to Missouri’s state competition, and again moved on to the Central Region competition. There were four regions in the country, each having one winner who advanced on to the national competition.

Both boys learned they had placed in the top-four nationally on August 5, 2022, and were interviewed virtually. They did not know the results of the interview until the 2022 National FFA

Convention held in October in Indianapolis, Indiana, where they and other finalists were all on stage at Lucas Oil Stadium in front of some 70,000 people to receive the announcement of the winners.

It should be noted that after each competition, they had to redo their project notebook, with the final notebooks being over an inch thick with documentation. They were judged 75 percent on their application, which included records and future goals, with 25 percent coming from the interview process. And the competitors were not solely high school FFA students, but also college FFA students, too. Some of the contestants had been working toward this competition for more than four years.

Though neither boy placed first at the national level, their remarkable achievement – placing in the

top-four in the country – is beyond impressive. There are over 850,000 FFA members nationally, so the competition was massive.

Both young men said they were surprised to get out of the area doing as well as they did and advancing as far as they did, and both said they were very happy to be there on stage at the FFA Convention.

“There were some very long nights working with

Mr. Wilson at school getting the notebooks ready for the judging in each of the competitions.” Dylan said.

Dylan plans to attend Missouri Univ. of Science and Tech. at Rolla in a science-based field. Trentin is looking to attend Missouri Western State University or University of Missouri-Kansas City and study mechanical engineering or precision machinery. Both will graduate from EBHS in 2023.

newspaper. The staff all knew who Stacy was so we talked about what things he might help with, but nothing was really doable. Then I had one of those light bulb moments. We are all given gifts to use to bless others. Use his gift! Stacy was a great interviewer.

That’s how the weekly feature, “Stacy on the Streets” was born. For four months, Stacy would come into the office one day a week and we would sit down and discuss what question he wanted to ask. I had a list of businesses who had agreed to let Stacy come in and ask their employees a question of the week, then take a photo. Then we would go “out on the streets.” Sometimes he asked for a hat or cup, or if they had a three-sided

pen. Did he ever ask any of you for three-sided pens? He liked the colorful ones. He was fearless when it came to questions. I remember grabbing a three-sided pen at a trade show once and bringing it home to him. I’ll always think of him when I see one of those old pens.

We visited all his favorite spots in town. I think he had the most fun at Oakridge. He had worked there, too, and stayed there. He loved visiting with all the residents, and he got to brag to Grandma Lois he was working at The Leader. Their smiles lit up the room when Stacy came to see them. While we were there, he asked the residents their favorite activity at Oakridge, and Bingo was the overwhelming choice.

The final “Stacy on the Streets” ran July 6, 2017, the newspaper edition I retired from community journalism. My life was going in a different direction and I needed to be at home. Stacy was disappointed, but I explained I was going to be a caregiver, and he understood what that

meant. I remember him saying, “Like my mom.”

We laughed a lot during our time together. Sometimes, he wouldn’t pick a question on purpose until I got him a bottle of water and a snack. He said, “I’m just pickin’ on you.” He always showed up and was ready to hit the streets. When we walked into the businesses everyone knew him and greeted him with an enthusiastic, “Stacy!” He would reply, “What’er y’all doin’?”

Many times the employees would return with, “Workin!” This made him smile.

Stacy was a part of

Plattsburg. Locals knew who to call when he needed a ride. People answered all his questions. Many glasses of tea were served. The town watched out for him. And that is why Stacy felt safe. His hometown pride never wavered because he was shown compassion and kindness his whole life. So, remember Stacy when you see someone in town who might be a little different or need an extra hand. Stacy would want us to carry on the compassion and kindness he shared and was blessed with. It’s time to pay it forward.

The Plattsburg Park Board is asking residents to help in their effort to turn the old bridge at Perkins Park into a serviceable pathway between parks.

Over the past few months, the Plattsburg Park Board has been working on a solution to the Horse Fork Bridge at Perkins Park. The board can apply for a trail grant through the Missouri State Parks Recreations Trails Program. Obtaining this 80/20 matching-grant funding will make the bridge

functional, in addition to improving the trails at Perkins Park. The first step in the grant process is hosting a public informational meeting. The park board is hosting that meeting this Thursday, December 15, at the Clinton County Middle School library from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. If the grant is to be approved, the board needs input from its citizens. The larger the crowd, the better chance of getting the grant approved.

Once approved, the fin-

ished bridge will provide safe, convenient passage from Perkins Park to Grafton Park. Grafton Park and Perkins Park are used for soccer matches by the Plattsburg Soccer Club.

The meeting is a public meeting where residents will get information about the plans for the bridge enhancement, as well as the trails at Perkins Park. Your ideas will be welcomed as the board is striving to make additional significant improvements to Perkins Park.

Stacy Howard (right) with his late uncle, Eric Carter

Trentin Doss (left) and Dylan Ellis (right).

For nearly two decades now, the generosity of one business and its patients has helped make Christmas a special time in Lathrop.

The Lathrop Chiropractic Center, owned and operated by Dr. Kyle Beane, recently completed its 17th annual toy drive to benefit local families in need at Christmas. In total, the drive – which lasted from November 21 through December 9 – collected 146 toys and more than $200 in cash donations, which will reach families through the Lathrop R-II School District.

“We love doing it,” said Dr. Beane. “It’s always fun to get all of our patients involved and bring that Christmas spirit around. That’s really what it’s all about.

Our patients turned out big this year. They really went above and beyond. They had fun with it.”

During the drive, new patients were able to bring in a $30 toy to receive their initial scan (usually a $65 cost). On November 30, existing patients were able to bring in a $25 toy to receive their adjustment, and were treated to candy, cookies and more made by Dr. Beane’s wife, Mandy.

“We couldn’t do this without Dr. Beane and this business,” said Lathrop Elementary Counselor LeAnna Wilcox. “Right now, we’re currently at 24 families and 63 kids to be adopted, and the majority of our toys come from here and Dr. Beane, so we greatly appreciate it.”

Steers: 400-500lbs 2.07-2.30 500-600lbs 1.95-2.26 600-700lbs 1.75-2.03 700-800lbs 1.75-1.92 800-900lbs 1.70-1.75

Heifers: 400-500lbs 1.75-1.94 500-600lbs 1.77-1.89 600-700lbs 1.66-1.83 700-800lbs 1.58-1.75 800-900lbs 1.54-1.67

Members of Lathrop Chiropractic Center collected nearly 150 toys for kids in need this season. (Left to right): Jen Bucy, Shelby Chamber and Dr. Kyle Beane with Lathrop Chiropractic, Lathrop Elementary Community Resource Liaison Robbi Bishop, Counselor LeAnna Wilcox, and Principal Chauncey Rardon.

Clint Dye captures magical Bulldogs football run

numerous Missouri Press Association awards for their sports coverage. Like the Bulldogs, they take pride in their work and go the extra mile in achieving that outstanding coverage.

Coach Ron Musser.

“It was the first time I was in so-called “enemy territory,” sitting in the East Buchanan locker room with Coach Musser,” Dye recalled with a laugh.

The praises and awards for the East Buchanan football team that recently wrapped up a second-straight Missouri state high school championship verify what most fans witnessed on the gridiron. They are blessed with talent, great coaching, teamwork, and dedication that has won the hearts and minds of their fans and the entire Gower community. That’s the kind of formula which is epitomized in championship performances.

There is another facet of that championship success, and it didn’t come from on the playing field. No, it was because of the sensational coverage provided by Clint Dye, the freelance writer and photographer for The Clinton County Leader. From his sideline vantage point, he was able to chronicle the plays that resulted in two state championships.

His journalistic talents were on full display on the pages of The Clinton County Leader and social media platforms. He and Leader editor Brett Adkison formed their own championship team, winning

Going that extra mile is no joke when considering that Dye now resides in Oskaloosa, Iowa, with his wife, Tara, and five children (four boys and one girl). His day job is at the Twin Cedars Bank as director of retail. His weekend job is working for local newspapers in coverage of their football teams. Blessed with the capability of the internet, he has continued to cover the Bulldogs by studying video, interviewing coaches and players, and more. This idea was developed through the personal relationship between Adkison and Dye. This arrangement continued throughout this season and others as well.

Dye has been putting his byline on coverage of the Bulldogs for a very long time. He started working with the late Ron Johnson, a former Leader editor, in the early 2000s. After graduating from Plattsburg High School in 2001, where he participated in football and baseball, he attended Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in communications with a minor in English. He recalled that the very first big East Buchanan story he covered was the retirement of

The perceived enemy territory was soon wiped away with the congenial Coach Musser. This hospitable connection has continued to this day, with the close relationships established with the late Kevin Bryan, an East Buchanan coaching great, and now Coach Ritter. Dye also has a special relationship with two former East Buchanan players, Colby Rapp and Zac Johnson, who are now both coaches in the Bulldogs; program, and celebratory photos are part of the after-game rituals.

“I love covering football and being embraced by the EB football program,” Dye said. “They have accepted me, and that has been a true joy, as well as covering the team.”

The coverage of his Iowa teams for the Sigourney-News Review newspaper ends before Thanksgiving. That allows Dye to travel to cover some playoff games, and of course, the state championship games. The first East Buchanan championship was last years – also a first time for Dye.

He recalled the special moments in Bulldog coverage.

“It was only fitting that the first

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state champion I covered in football was East Buchanan. After covering them for so long and having seen them come so close numerous times, it just made perfect sense. I’ve covered semifinals and state title games numerous times, but the only time I’ve seen a team I’m covering win a championship was East Buchanan.

“This season, it was just impressive to see them go on the run they did. For the most part, it was domination across the board. This team was a sight to see.”

“My favorite picture is one with Coach Bryan in black and white, standing in front of the team before a district game with Mid-Buchan-

an.”

“My favorite game was East Buchanan vs. Hamilton in 2014. Conference title on the line between the top two teams of the KCI at the time. Star players all over the field for both teams and an electric atmosphere. It was a 38-31 classic won by the Bulldogs.”

If you are looking for classic, award-winning coverage, it is again on display thanks to the talents and special relationships established on and off the field by Clint Dye.

* * * * Talk to you next week! Steve Tinnen stevetinnen@yahoo.com

“The Obstruction and Treacherous Acts Continue” at national level

We live in perilous times. Treacherous initiatives are causing chaos and threaten real time conflict. Christianity is in decline. European churches are mostly empty. U.S. congregations and pastors are being quiet about the obstructions and satanic forces of our government. The constitution does not maintain that church and state be independent in matters of importance.

Our sovereign rights have collapsed. Illegals pour our across our border – a designed operation by

the Democrats. The cartels have control of their government and trafficking human, sex, migration, drugs, and exporting prisoners. They have firepower, .50 caliber guns, even tanks.

New evidence shows U.S. flies loaded immigrants from the Mexican interior direct to U.S. cities.

Assimilation is impossible. Entitlements and schools are overwhelmed. Under Biden’s term, about five million have crossed.

Well over 300,000 Islamists have immigrated. They’re comprised of ji-

hadist shiites, who profess Sharia Law and the Quran. Study their radicalism. The CAIR organization also invades our society. Their infiltration leads to working cells willing to do destruction.

Trever Louden, a researcher and publicist, investigated congressional activity for years. He finished books one and two, entitled Security Risks of 30 Senators. All with communist ties. It has documentation and footnotes showing their treacherous work in the U.S. Chuck Schumer

heads the list. While federal agencies have security clearances, lawmakers do not. Why not?

Brazil just elected Lula, a crook. All sanctioned by a corrupt judge panel. Millions are protesting. Iranians have their freedom fight. Back when Obama sent the tyrants a boatload of cash, Biden shovels monies to their tyrannical leadership.

and credibility are lost by Biden’s regime in just two years. Biden’s executive order 14067, along with globalist promotion of a world digital currency, will suffocate our freedom.

General Milley and Austin have degraded our military. The Afghanistan departure damaged our credibility. Now alliances like BRICS and the RedGreen Axis isolate the West.

ing Ukraine. Exposing the Communist-oriented members of Congress, and firing those corrupt with power at the FBI, Justice Department, CIA, CDC, and more. The states could initiate term limits. All PAC and dark money must be restricted.

President Reagan once said, “Freedom is a fragile thing and never more than one generation away from extinction.”

Freedoms

Remedies include the House investigations of the Bidens’ corruption, and money laundering, includ-

Seeking the truth will shed light and overcome the darkness. A lighted candle also overcomes darkness. So why not be the light of the world?

LeRoy Schwery Lathrop, Mo.

Clint Dye covering the state title game. david smith | photographer

Stacy C. Howard

Stacy Carter Howard, 52, passed away December 9, 2022.

He was born on April 5, 1970, to Jerry and Donna (Carter) Howard in St. Joseph, Mo. Stacy grew up in rural Trimble, Mo., on the family farm until 1987, when they moved to Plattsburg, Mo.

Stacy was a member of the First Baptist Church of Plattsburg. He worked for Clinco Sheltered Workshop in Cameron for 15 years and he also worked for Grace Spezia Law Office in Plattsburg. Stacy loved being around people and socializing with the coffee shop guys. He collected ballpoint pens with black ink, watches, hats with emblems, insulated cups and Bibles. Stacy loved the Lord and witnessed to anyone he could.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Louis and Pauline Howard, Luther and Lois Carter, and

his uncles Mickey Howard and Eric Carter.

Stacy is survived by his parents, Jerry and Donna Howard; sister, Lisa Howard; brother, Douglas Howard; niece, Faith Howard; uncles, Bill (Rozanna) Carter and Richard (Evette) Howard; aunts, Diana Carter and Anna Howard; many cousins, other relatives and a lot of friends.

Visitation: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. with Celebration of Life Service at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 15, at the First Baptist Church of Plattsburg. Arrangements: Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.

Merton R. Stoneking

Merton Ray Stoneking

died Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Gower Convalescent Center in Gower, Mo., after a prolonged illness of end stage Parkinson’s Disease, complicated by recent COVID, heart and lung disease. He was born at the farm home October 7, 1939, near Avard, Oklahoma, the seventh of eight children to parents Seth Thomas Stoneking and Clara Laverna (Shook) Stoneking.

As a young child, the family moved to Kiowa, Kan., where he attended primary and secondary schools, graduating from Kiowa High School in 1957. While in school, he became an accomplished musician with the piano and voice, which he enjoyed performing into old age. He then attended college at Kansas State Uni-

versity majoring in business and accounting.

Merton then moved to Wichita, Kan., where he worked with an ambulance service and joined the Lighthouse Christian Church. His next move was to Minneapolis, Minn., employed as an accountant and auditor for an outdoor interstate billboard advertising firm for several years. When that firm sold, he worked for and with the Lighthouse Church in California, Wyoming and Min-

Laura Mae Norton, 86, of Plattsburg, Mo, passed away peacefully December 11, 2022, surrounded by her family.

She was born September 7, 1936, in Liberty, Mo., to Melvin W. and Edna Mae (Cone) Pendleton. Laura Mae was a graduate of Plattsburg High School, Class of 1954. She worked for Hallmark Cards for 10 years as a proofreader and later for the Clinton County Recorder’s Office as Deputy Clerk. Laura Mae was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Plattsburg, Modern Study Club,

Alma Louise Todd of Plattsburg, Mo., died Friday, December 9, 2022, at the Hermann Area District Hospital after two years in an assisted living facility near her family.

On July 20, 1941, she was married to Charles Todd, Jr., and they were able to celebrate their 61st wedding anniversary on July 20, 2002. Their son Ben was born April 6, 1943.

Alma and Charles owned and operated Todd’s Produce in Plattsburg for ten years. In 1960, Alma went to work for the City of Plattsburg, and worked there as Deputy City Clerk and City Clerk until she retired in 1999.

Alma was a member of the First Baptist Church of Plattsburg, where she served on the Corporation Board and the Funeral Dinner Committee. She was a charter member of the Clinton County Historical Society, and secretary of the Platts-

neapolis, then US Bank until medical retirement in 2015.

Merton was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Virginia, Ronald, Neva, Albert, Laurel (Esther), and Lee. He is survived by a brother, James K. Stoneking, of Plattsburg, and

a member of the 4-H Club of America, where she was a leader and honored by being placed in the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame, and a founding member and secretary/ treasurer of the Clinton County Extension Council and Youth Building. She was also a member of Motor Maids of America and a founding Life Member of the Happy-Go-Lucky Motorcycle Club. Laura Mae was most proud of being a mother and loved by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her husband, Wesley Rea Nor-

ton of Plattsburg; son, Bradford (Nina) Norton of Liberty; daughter, Brenda (Cory Wohlford) Norton of Plattsburg; daughter, Christina M. (Tyah L. Sartler) Norton of Muskego, Wisconsin; two grandchildren, Kaitlynn Norton and Cameron Norton; sister, Mary Lou (Row-

daughter-in-law, Margaret Todd Hilmer; two granddaughters, Lisa Van Buren (Jeff) and Andrea Schneider (Lucas), a great granddaughter, Kelsey Kyle (Andrew), and three great grandsons, Jason Van Buren (Haley), Justin Van Buren and Jack Schneider.

land) Gengelbach; brother, Roy E. (Lynda) Pendleton, many nieces and nephews and her beloved Golden Retriever, Penny.

Visitation from 11 a.m. to noon Friday, December 16, 2022, immediately followed by funeral services at noon at the First Presbyterian Church in Plattsburg. Interment will be at the Brethren Church Cemetery north of Plattsburg after the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts to the Plattsburg Pound Puppies. Arrangements: Bailey & Cox Family Funeral Service, Plattsburg.

burg Housing Authority for six years until 1975. She was a board member and president for the Plattsburg Apartments Inc., for six years, she was a volunteer at the Plattsburg Senior Center and assistant treasurer for the Plattsburg Food Pantry from 2006 until 2020. She was also a board member of the Plattsburg Housing Authority.

She was preceded in death by her husband and best friend, Charles, and their son, Ben, her parents, Charles and Bessie Paisley, and her two brothers, Glen and Bill Paisley.

Survivors include her

many nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews.

Cremation took place with the ashes interned with his mother and his sister’s (Esther) ashes at Prairie Home Cemetery near Esbon, Kansas.

Healing farewell services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 17, at the Bailey & Cox Family Funeral Service, Plattsburg.

Interment will be in the Cameron Memory Garden, Cameron, Mo. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The family suggests memorial gifts to the Plattsburg Senior Center or the Plattsburg Food Pantry. Arrangements: Bailey & Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg MO. Online guestbook and obituary at www.baileycox.com

Assessors and Collectors offices Closed

The Assessor and Collector offices will be operating our walk-up windows on Saturday, December 31st from 8:30 AM until 1:00 PM. The rest of the courthouse is closed. Also, The entire courthouse will be closed on the 2nd of January, however, only the Assessor and Collectors offices will be closed on January 2nd & 3rd. The Assessor and Collectors office will be open again on the 4th of January at 8:30 AM.

Alma Louise Todd

T’Tis the season in LathropT

(Above) Mrs. Claus speeds down Oak Street on Saturday at Lathrop’s Winter Wonderland. (Above Right) Lathrop Mayor Jennifer Morrison has help from (Left to right) Lexi, Jaxsin and Danielle to light the mayor’s Christmas tree. (Below) Kids were quick to tryout this merry-go-round tree at the park equipment on Saturday afternoon in Lathrop. brett adkison | the leader

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The local Toys for Tots collection under the direction of the Hartzell family of Plattsburg was held on Saturday, December 10, at the Hartzell and Sons’ Construction office on Clay Avenue. A steady stream of contributors dropped by and dropped off toys or made donations. This year was a record-setting one, with 450 toys, eight bicycles, and $3,640 in cash donations.

“We are so impressed with the giving of this

community,” said Justin Hartzell. “Jeremy Jackson, through his Puller’s Paradise organization, really helped us a great deal with toys, cash donations and the bicycles. We are just grateful for all who donated and took the time to come by on Saturday.”

The local Toys for Tots event was the idea of the late Jim Hartzell that began in 2011. Hartzell, who served in the Marine Corps, with a tour of duty that included Vietnam, was intent on making sure that youngsters

who might not have a gift for Christmas would receive one. Since its beginning, the Plattsburg donations have been the largest collection in the four-county area served by the Toys for Tots collections.

Toys for Tots is a program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve, which distributes toys to children whose parents cannot afford to buy them gifts for Christmas. The program was founded in 1947 by reservist Major Bill Hendricks.

Justin and Kami Hartzell and Jeremy Hartzell. steve tinnen | the leader

Lady Mules win KCI Conference championship

Lathrop boys down Mid-Buch to finish in third-place

late last winter, 37-36, to end the Lady Mules’ season.

For the Lathrop Lady Mules, the third time truly was the charm.

The Lady Mules (5-1) advanced to the 2022 KCI Conference Tournament championship last week, the third-straight year they qualified for the title tilt. But unlike prior trips, Lathrop hoisted the championship with a 29-24 victory over the East Buchanan Lady Bulldogs (7-1) on Saturday, December 10, at West Platte High School in Weston, Mo.

The championship game victory also came with a measure of revenge; it was East Buchanan who defeated Lathrop for a district title

“I thought the girls did a great job of buying into the defensive game plan,” said first-year Lathrop head coach Greg Keith. “Our effort as of late has been off the charts, and I felt that it was on clear display Saturday in the title game. Offensively, we knew it would be a challenge with East Buchanan being such an excellent, defensive-minded team. It was one of those games where literally every possession mattered.”

Three different players – Keylie Beane, Kaitlyn Morgan and Audrey Davis – led Lathrop with eight

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Tigers win the KCI

The Plattsburg Tigers are champions of the KCI Conference.

The undefeated Tigers basketball team (6-0) defeated West Platte 55-41 in KCI

Conference Tournament Championship on Saturday, December 10, in Weston, Mo., to snag the early-season KCI crown. Plattsburg dominated, winning their three tournament games by a combined 61 points.

“I thought our guys had a good week in the KCI

Tournament,” said Plattsburg head coach Twydell Love. “It was a collective effort from all of our guys and it showed on the defensive end in each game.”

Standout player Isaia Howard had a stellar performance, scoring 29 points with 20 rebounds, four assists, three blocks and three

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The KCI Conference champion Lady Mules. Front Row (left to right): Autum Nichols, Keylie Beane, Kaitlyn Morgan, Sarah Swanson. Back Row: Greg Keith, Aroa Perez, Faith Goodman, Ginevra Girardo, Avery Clay, Alayna Williams, Audrey Davis, Trinity Goodman, Betsy McCulley. submitted photo

by brett adkison

The KCI Conference champion Plattsburg Tigers (no particular order): Gavin Boyle, Gavin Carter, Tryston Miller, Rylan Langton, James Braddy, Luke Schroeder, Isaia Howard, Donte Bingham, Jackson Lewis, Jon Fish, Jaden Shoniber, Alex Black, Coach Twydell Love, Jr., Asst. Coach Lisa Braddy, managers Cooper Dunivan, Sydnee Moore and Kaylee Wehmeyer.

Wrestlers impress early in the year, Lathrop boys win in Lone Jack

Local grapplers impressed in early-season outings at the start of December, including a firstplace performance by the Lathrop boys wrestling team in Lone Jack on Saturday, December 3.

The Mules took first place in the tournament with 167.5 points, powered by six individual finishes in the top-three. They were led by Garrett Beane (first place at 113 lbs. with a 5-0 record), Gage DeShon (first place at 120 lbs. with a 4-0 record) and Caleb Colatrella (first place at 190 lbs. with a 5-0 record).

The Plattsburg boys team was also in Lone Jack for the tournament on December 3 and placed sixth

out of 13 varsity squads, scoring 83 points. Both Caden McLallen (150 lbs., 5-0) and Dakota Rankin (215 lbs., 5-0) took first place in their respective weight classes, while Wyatt Moran was third at 175 lbs. with a 4-1 record.

The Lathrop Lady Mules wrestling team battled to third place in Olathe West’s O-Dub Invitational, scoring 133.5 team points. Olathe West took the team championship with 185 points. Sierra Brassfield was first at 145 lbs. with a 5-0 record. Sara Allyn was also first on the day at 100 lbs. with a 2-0 record.

Four Lady Mules were second at the tournament –Aubrey Shrunk at 100 lbs. with a 1-1 record, Avery Clay at 235 lbs. with a 3-1

record, McKayla Knight at 140 lbs. with a 4-1 record, and Jordan Diercks at 125 lbs. with a 4-1 record. Ali Gonzalez was third at 115 lbs., while Sophie Rumans was fourth at 130 lbs. and Bre Paul was fifth at 155 lbs.

The Plattsburg Lady Tigers competed in the Cody Harter Memorial at Central High School in St. Joseph, finishing fifth with 56 points. Belton was first in the tournament with 206 points. Madison Huke earned a first-place finish at 135 lbs.-B with a 3-0 record and Julianne Lambert was 2nd at 120 lbs.-B with a 2-1 record. Three Lady Tigers finished 4th– Charliegh Mooney at 125 lbs., Allyson Dunivan at 145 lbs., Tesha Traub at 155 lbs.

East Buchanan Lady Bulldogs second, boys earn consolation at annual tourn.

son.”

The East Buchanan Lady Bulldogs scored a pair of victories last week in the KCI Conference Tournament, but fell to Lathrop in the championship game, 2925, on Saturday, December 10, in West Platte, settling for second in the event.

Despite the loss, the Lady Bulldogs have been nothing short of impressive early this year, jumping out to a 6-1 start while holding six of their first seven opponents to fewer than 30 points – a feat they accomplished in all three KCI games.

“I loved our defensive pressure,” said East Buchanan head coach Cori Elms of the KCI tournament, “and we will need to continue that intensity throughout the sea-

Against Lathrop, senior Gracie Kelsey scored 11 points to go with 14 rebounds, while Angelina Engnes scored nine points. Brooklyn Johnson had five rebounds in the contest.

The Lady Bulldogs earned a big win over rival Mid-Buchanan in the semifinals, 28-23. Kelsey had 12 points and 13 rebounds in the game, while Johnson had eight points and six rebounds. Senior Kinzie Woodside had five steals.

After suffering a 54-49 loss to West Platte in the opening round, the East Buchanan Bulldogs boys basketball team bounced back with a pair of wins to take the KCI’s consolation title.

The Bulldogs defeated Lawson 59-46 in the con-

solation game last Friday in Weston. Isaiah Watkins led the team with 24 points, while Gage Busby scored 15 points with 12 rebounds.

AdamStephen Engnes added seven rebounds.

The Bulldogs advanced to the consolation game with a win against Hamilton on the back side of the bracket. Watkins scored 21 points in that game. Carson White had 12 points with nine rebounds. Both Bronco Whitt and Jack Archdekin scored eight points.

In the lost to West Platte (who finished second in the tournament), Archdekin scored 16 points and Watkins put up 14 points with eight rebounds. Nathan Schilling scored 10 points.

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AGRICULTURE

See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves. Consumer Oil & Supply, 614 Harris Ave., 359-2258 C361dtf

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

CRP/Pasture Clearing All types of Skid Loader Work. Call Gabe Buzzard, Trenton, MO. 816-6783918 Bdtf

*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-3582682 L905tf

Gravel, sand, top soil, mulch, river rock, boulders-Turney Mini Quarry 816248-2523.

Kingsville Livestock Auction. Located 45 miles SE of Kansas City, MO. On 58 Hwy. East of Modern. 816.597.3331. www.kingsvillelivestock.com fwda

Tina Livestock Market. 435 W 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682. Call 660-622-4214. www.tinalivestockmarket.com fwda

Osborn Livestock Auction located 7 miles West of Cameron on Hwy 36, Osborn, MO. Sale every Wednesday at 10AM. 816-6752424 fwda

Summers Crop Services, LLC in Lathrop. Fertilizer & lime applications. Call Curtis Summers for a free quote. 816564-7116, fwda

FOR RENT

Studio apartment upstairs, clean, furnished, with utilities paid. Phone 660359-6358.

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments.

Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living.

Now accepting Medicaid. For more

information contact Cassandra Brewer at 660-359-5647. Sdtf

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

FOR SALE

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

FRESH CHESTNUTS- Need fresh chestnuts for the holidays? Locally grown in NW MO. $6/lb limited supply. Please call 660-7070005

HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-2891935 or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different" Tdtf

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

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

Jack Russell pups for sale. (816) 8070382

PUBLIC HEARING

Richard Dean Campbell & Cristi L Campbell of Cameron, MO have applied to the Clinton County Planning and Zoning Commission for a Minor Subdivide of a 51.08 acre parcel into 2 tracts measuring 46.08 +/- and 5.00 +/- acres. Rezone of the 5.00 +/- acres tract to Ag-B. Property is located on the South side of NE 330th St., East of NE Bacon Rd, West of NE Witt Rd, Cameron, MO. Section 4; Township 56N; Range 30W. The Public Hearing will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 7:00 pm in the Community Room in the basement of the Clinton County Courthouse. All interested parties should attend.

Clinton County Planning and Zoning Tricia “P.J.” Knight - Administrator (12/15, 12/22)

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 205.041, Revised Statutes of Missouri, notice is hereby given that the General Election for the CLINTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will be held on April 4, 2023, for the purpose of electing two (2) Health Department Trustees. Each position is for a term of four (4) years.

Interested persons must file a “Declaration of Candidacy” at the Clinton County Health Department, 106 Bush Street, Plattsburg, MO 64477. Candidates will be requested to show photo ID and Clinton County Voter’s Registration Card. The first day for filing is December 6th, 2022 and closing date is December 27th, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. Between those dates, filing will take place during the department’s regular business hours, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m / 1:00 pm5:00 p.m.

(12/15)

EMPLOYMENT

Sunnyview Nursing Home has job openings available for the following positions: RN, LPN, CNA, Dietary and Level I Medication Aide. Please fill out a job application at 1311 East 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. E.O.E. S415dtf

NOTICES

Seeking Bids

Grundy County Health Department is seeking bids for repair/replacement of damaged exterior brick and interior sheetrock. Contact Elizabeth Gibson at 1716 Lincoln, Trenton, MO 64683, 660359-4196 for more information. Bids must be received by 4:00 pm, Friday, December 30. We reserve the right to accept or reject any or all bids. EOE

THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP 1736 East 9th St. 359-3313. Premium Diesel, Gas, 10% Ethanol –CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE –Mastercraft and Yokohama tires. Tdtf

Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlauto supply.com

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. Tdtf

WANTED!! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks. Highest prices paid! You Call - We Come Get It!

FRONTIER AUTO & TRUCK PARTS (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage) 145 Hwy. W., Trenton, 3593888. Tdtf

PUBLIC NOTICE

PLATTSBURG CITY ELECTION

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 79.030, Revised Statutes of Missouri, I hereby give notice that the general election for the City of Plattsburg will be held on Tuesday April 4, 2023, for the purpose of electing the following officials:

Two Year Term- Alderman-First Ward

Two Year Term- Alderman-Second Ward

Two Year Term- Alderman-Third Ward

The first day for Filing is December 6, 2022, and the closing date for filing for the above offices is December 27, 2022 at 5:00 PM at City Hall.

Candidates may file at City Hall Monday thru Friday from 8am – 5pm. City Hall will be closed December 23rd & 26th for Christmas.

The polls for the election will be open between the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M.

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

Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800425-0976 or 4856611, Brian S.

Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience.

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

for a FREE estimate... 660-9735694, John Kramer, 17594 St. Hwy. 190, Jamesport, MO 64648 Tdtf

Cox Family Dentistry, P.C. Andrew P. Cox, D.D.S. 1011 Cedar St., Trenton. 660-359-6889 or 660-359-6993. Tdtf

PUBLIC NOTICES

Because The People Must Know

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

Judge or Division: PROBATE

In the Estate of JOHN SALVATORE CORCA, Deceased.

Case Number: 22CN-PR00056

Notice to Creditors (Small Estate)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of JOHN SALVATORE CORCA, Decedent.

On SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 a small estate affidavit was filed by the distributees for the decedent under Section 473.097, RSMo, with the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri.

All creditors of the decedent, who died on AUGUST 8, 2022, are notified that Section 473.444, RSMo, sets a limitation period that would bar claims one year after the death of the decedent. A creditor may request that this estate be opened for administration.

Receipt of this notice should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient may possibly have a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, may possibly be determined from the affidavit on this estate filed in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri.

Date of first publication is DECEMBER 15, 2022.

SUSAN A. DAVIS, Interim Circuit Clerk By: R Eads (12/15, 12/22)

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Mark L. Alvord, a married person, dated December 6, 2019, recorded on December 11, 2019, as Instrument No. 201903559, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Clinton County, Missouri. The undersigned Successor Trustee, between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, will on January 3, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the West Front Door of the Clinton County Courthouse, 207 North Main, Plattsburg, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash (certified funds only) the following real estate:

Read City Clerk (12/8,

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

In the Circuit Court, Clinton County, Missouri

12/15)

Judge or Division: Hon. Brent Elliott

Case Number 22CN-DR00083

In the Marriage of: Cassie Kitchell v Kevin Michael Cassie Kitchell, Petitioner

Nature of suit: Dissolution of Marriage The state of Missouri to: Kevin Michael You are Notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri, the Object and general nature of which is Dissolution of Marriage which will be heard in this court on, February 16, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at which time and place you should appear.

The names of the parties in this action are stated in the caption above and the name and address of the attorney for the Plaintiff is: Connie J. Boysen, #36167, Legal Aid of Western Missouri, 706 Felix St., St Joseph Missouri 64501

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or otherwise appear and defend against this action within 45 days after, judgment by default may be entered against you.

It is further ordered that a copy hereof be published according to the law in the Clinton County Leader, a newspaper of general circulation published in the county of Clinton, state of Missouri.

(12/15, 12/22, 12/29, 1/5)

Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot Three (3) in Block One (1), Plattsburg Land and Building Association Addition To The City Of Plattsburg, Clinton County, Missouri; Thence Along The West line of said lot North 00 degrees 01 minutes 34 seconds East, 87.70 feet; thence South 89 degrees 48 Minutes 38 Seconds East 96.33 feet to the East Line Of Said Lot; Thence Along Said Line South 00 degrees 01 minutes 34 seconds West, 87.70 feet to the Southeast corner of said lot; thence along the South line of said lot North 89 degrees 48 minutes 38 seconds West, 96.33 feet to the Point of Beginning.

Also

The South One Foot of the following described tract of land: All that part of Lot Three (3) in Block One (1) of the Plattsburg Land and Building Association Addition to the City of Plattsburg, Clinton County, Missouri described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot Three (3) in Block One (1), Plattsburg Land and Building Association Addition to the City of Plattsburg, Clinton County, Missouri; thence along the West Line Of Said Lot North 00 Degrees 01 Minutes 34 Seconds East, 87.70 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing along said line North 00 degrees, 01 minutes 34 seconds East, 62.30 feet to the Northwest corner of said lot 96.33 feet to the Northeast corner of said lot; Thence Along The East Line Of Said Lot South 00 Degrees 01 Minutes 34 Seconds West, 62.30 feet; thence North 89 degrees 48 minutes 38 seconds West, 96.33 feet to the point of beginning.

to satisfy said debt and costs.

Marinosci Law Group of Missouri, P.C., Successor Trustee, (816) 287-0800, may be deemed to be a debt collector and, if so, is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction.

Marinosci Law Group of Missouri, P.C. Successor Trustee (816) 287-0800 (12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/29)

Lisa

STORAGE, across from the new hospital. 5 Unit sizes available, prices starting at $19 per month. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 359-1069 or 359-7683. Tdtf

JAMESPORT LUMBER - Full Service Lumberyard. We also sell Trusses/metal/ rebar/concrete blocks. New Hardware Department • Gift Certificates and Delivery Available • Free Estimates. 32089 St. Hwy 6, Jamesport, 660-6846404 Tdtf

PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 660-

359-3699-shop, 660-359-2202-

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H & S CONTRACTING Remodeling, room additions, ga-

rages & decks and pole barns * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing * Backhoe & Bobcat work * New water & sewer lines. Kale HoerrmannOwner, 30 years experience – 660-9530724. Tdtf

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BUY - SELLTRADE -BIG NASTY'S GUNS &

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AGRICULTURE

See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves. Consumer Oil & Supply, 614 Harris Ave., 359-2258 C361dtf

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

CRP/Pasture Clearing All types of Skid Loader Work. Call Gabe Buzzard, Trenton, MO. 816-6783918 Bdtf

*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-3582682 L905tf

Gravel, sand, top soil, mulch, river rock, boulders-Turney Mini Quarry 816248-2523.

Kingsville Livestock Auction. Located 45 miles SE of Kansas City, MO. On 58 Hwy. East of Modern. 816.597.3331. www.kingsvillelivestock.com fwda

Tina Livestock Market. 435 W 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682. Call 660-622-4214. www.tinalivestockmarket.com fwda

Osborn Livestock Auction located 7 miles West of Cameron on Hwy 36, Osborn, MO. Sale every Wednesday at 10AM. 816-6752424 fwda

Summers Crop Services, LLC in Lathrop. Fertilizer & lime applications. Call Curtis Summers for a free quote. 816564-7116, fwda

FOR RENT

Studio apartment upstairs, clean, furnished, with utilities paid. Phone 660359-6358.

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments.

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

FOR SALE

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

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

INSUR-

ton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different" Tdtf

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

FRESH CHESTNUTS- Need fresh chestnuts for the holidays? Locally grown in NW MO. $6/lb limited supply. Please call 660-7070005

Jack Russell pups for sale. (816) 8070382

EMPLOYMENT

CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE –Mastercraft and Yokohama tires. Tdtf

Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlauto supply.com

HELTON

ANCE

SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-2891935 or Leah Hel-

Sunnyview Nursing Home has job openings available for the following positions: RN, LPN, CNA, Dietary and Level I Medication Aide. Please fill out a job application at 1311 East 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. E.O.E. S415dtf

NOTICES

THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP 1736 East 9th St. 359-3313. Premium Diesel, Gas, 10% Ethanol –

Seeking

Bids Grundy County Health Department is seeking bids for repair/replacement of damaged exterior brick and interior sheetrock. Contact Elizabeth Gibson at 1716 Lincoln, Trenton, MO 64683, 660359-4196 for more information. Bids must be received by 4:00 pm, Friday, December 30. We reserve the right to accept or reject any or all bids. EOE

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. Tdtf

WANTED!! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks. Highest prices paid! You Call - We Come Get It! FRONTIER AUTO & TRUCK PARTS (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage) 145 Hwy. W., Trenton, 3593888. Tdtf

Willing Workers LLP - Do you need your siding or roof replaced? Give Willing Workers a call today for a FREE estimate... 660-9735694, John Kramer, 17594 St. Hwy. 190, Jamesport, MO 64648 Tdtf

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

Cox Family Dentistry, P.C. Andrew P. Cox, D.D.S. 1011 Cedar St., Trenton. 660-359-6889 or 660-359-6993. Tdtf

Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800425-0976 or 4856611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience.

basketball,

steals. James Braddy had 11 points, Rylan Langton scored six points, Luke Schroeder scored five points and Jackson Lewis had four points.

With so much potential packed into this season, the KCI title could propel the Tigers into a banner year.

“It was good for our guys in building some confidence on what we are capable of doing together,” Love said. “We still have a lot of

room to grow and things we can work on in order to meet our goals for the season.”

The Tigers defeated rival Lathrop in the semifinals of the tournament last week, 67-51, with Howard scoring 29 point to go with 15 rebounds, five assists, three blocks and three steals.

Braddy added 22 points, and Langton and Schroeder each scored five points.

In a 66-35 win against North Platte in the opening

Lathrop basketball, Continued

points each. Autum Nichols scored five points. Davis had 10 rebounds in the game, while Nichols had eight and Morgan had seven. Beane had four assists.

The title could prove to be a springboard for Lathrop, as they set their sights on the KCI’s regular season crown and beyond.

“It only builds confidence within the girls,” Keith said of the title victory. “They have come up just short in title games in the past, so knowing that they can achieve that goal is huge for their confidence moving forward into conference play. We know we can’t come under the radar anymore, so continued focus will remain top priority.”

To get to the title game, the ladies had to upend another tough opponent –North Platte (4-1) – in the conference semifinals, 4542, last Thursday in Weston. Nichols led the team with a

16-point, nine-rebound performance. Beane scored 11 points to go with four assists and six rebounds. Morgan scored seven points.

After a tough loss to rival Plattsburg semifinals, the Lathrop boys team bounced back on Saturday for a major win, defeating Mid-Buchanan in the KCI Conference third-place game, 45-42. Coach Matt Pritchett said the team is becoming more familiar with what each player brings with them, and they’re starting to play with toughness and confidence.

“In the semifinal game against Plattsburg is when I think we came out of our funk,” he said. “I could see the belief in their eyes that they can play with the great teams in our conference.

(Brendan) Fine and (Matt) Miller both did their part, but we had others step up. Kyle Morgan and Jared Wright hit some huge outside shots and took care of the ball. Noll

round, Howard scored 26 points with 20 rebounds, four steals and three assists. Schroeder scored 19 points and Braddy scored 16 points.

The tournament wasn’t as kind to the Plattsburg Lady Tigers, who will be very young for the 20222023 season. They lost in the opening round to Lathrop and again in the consolation semifinals against West Platte.

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and Jared Gaskins are taking care of the paint and Partain, Carver, and Jacob Gaskins are bringing depth to the team. We are so excited for the tough stretch of games until Christmas.”

Against Mid-Buchanan, Kyle Morgan put up 14 points and Miller scored eight points with nine rebounds and five assists. Jared Wright scored nine points and Fine scored eight points with nine rebounds.

In their 67-51 loss to eventual champ Plattsburg, Fine led the team with 21 points while Miller had a double-double with 11 points and 11 rebounds. Morgan scored 15 points.

The boys made it to the semifinals with a 55-45 win against rival Lawson in the opening round of the tournament last week in Weston. Fine scored 17 points, Miller had 16 points with six rebounds and six assists, and Morgan scored nine points.

Plattsburg Senior Center Menu

The center will be closed over Christmas and the New Year’s holiday. If you will be needing a meal for any of these days, please call the center on the Monday before to ensure delivery for the holiday.

Thursday, December 15 Mulligatawny chicken vegetable soup, tossed salad, mixed fruits, cornbread.

Friday, December 16

Tuna casserole, buttered spinach, corn, chilled pears, wheat bread.

Monday, December 19 Egg and sausage casserole, buttered beets, tossed salad, gelatin with fruit, wheat bread.

Tuesday, December 20 Hamburger soup, fruit gelatin with cottage cheese,

crackers.

Wednesday, December 21 Salmon loaf, creamed peas, coleslaw, chilled fruit, cornbread.

Thursday, December 22

Meatloaf, au gratin potatoes, buttered broccoli, fruit crisp, whole grain bread.

MDC reports 16,032 deer taken during antlerless portion

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –

Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that deer hunters in Missouri harvested 16,032 deer during the antlerless portion of the firearms deer season, Dec. 3-11. Top harvest counties were Callaway with 451 deer harvested, Pike with 412, and Macon with 348. Last year’s antlerless-portion harvest total

was 15,019.

For current ongoing preliminary harvest totals by season, county, and type of deer, visit the MDC website at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.

For harvest summaries from past years, visit mdc. mo.gov/hunting-trapping/ species/deer/deer-reports/ deer-harvest-summaries.

The archery season runs through Jan. 15, 2023. The

alternative methods portion runs Dec. 24 through Jan. 3, 2023.

Find more information on deer hunting from MDC’s 2022 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet, available where permits are sold and online at mdc.mo.gov/ about-us/about-regulations/fall-deer-turkey-hunting-regulations-information.

BAILEY ON THE BIG STAGE

Congratulations to East Buchanan senior defensive tackle Ethan Bailey, who was selected to play in the Blue Grey All-American Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Dallas this week. He impressed in the outing, recording six tackles, two for a loss, a sack, a forced fumble and six quarterback pressures. The 2022 Missouri Class 1 Defensive Player of the Year helped East Buch to back-to-back state titles. submitted photo

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