March 21, 2013 Gladstone Dispatch by Marty Novak

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New deputy uniform debuts in Clay County More comfortable, cost-effective uniforms a welcome change for Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office By Ryne Dittmer

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Uniforms wait to be distributed at The Armory. Deputies will transition to the new attire during the coming year. form is more of a utility uniform, but still very professional in appearance.â&#x20AC;? According to Vescovo, cost was an additional factor in the change, as deputies pay for their own uniforms, and Class A shirts and pants may cost more than $100 apiece, compared to the combined cost of about $100 for the new uniforms. The most visual change to the uniforms includes the addition of a sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s department patch of the back of the shirts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of Sheriff Vescovoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wants was to have deputies

be able to be identified from all four directions,â&#x20AC;? Akin. said Deputies will also begin a transition to nylon duty gear. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The advantage of going to nylon duty gear is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lighter and more flexible,â&#x20AC;? Akin said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And once again, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cheaper.â&#x20AC;? The uniforms were designed by Sharon Thomas, who owns The Armory with her husband, Jim. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These uniforms are much more comfortable, lighter and will be a lot cooler, especially come summer,â&#x20AC;?

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Sharon Thomas discusses the changes in Clay County sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deputy uniform with Lt. Will Akin at The Armory in Kearney. The uniforms, designed by Thomas, were unveiled Saturday, March 17, and offer a more comfortable and cost-friendly uniform option for deputies.

Clay County sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deputies were feeling a bit lucky on Sunday, March 17, but not because of St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day. The luck instead, came from the unveiling of the departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new uniforms at The Armory Indoor Shooting Range and Training Center in Kearney. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been really looking forward to today as the day everyone can start wearing them. Everyone is really excited,â&#x20AC;? Lt. Will Akin said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also wanted to get the word out and give people a heads-up about the change.â&#x20AC;? The uniforms are a change in style from Class A to Class C uniforms and will be worn by road patrol deputies, the Fugitive Apprehension Unit and deputies working in the detention center â&#x20AC;&#x153;Class A is what we have been wearing and is more of a traditional style of uniform,â&#x20AC;? Sheriff Paul Vescovo said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They wear well, but for those deputies who work in the field, they arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the best uniform. This new uni-

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Thomas said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is much more beneficial for the job that they do on patrol.â&#x20AC;? Thomas, who had been working with the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office on the uniforms the past several months, said the debut was a fulfilling moment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This morning the morale was outstanding,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To know that they are happy with what was chosen gives me a good feeling. Everyone that has come in to get the uniforms has personally thanked me. It shows me my efforts have paid off.â&#x20AC;? Thomas also acknowledged the work of Armory seamstresses Marie Schmollinger and Robin Youngs during the transition process. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got the upmost respect for my two seamstresses. They have been sitting back there constantly sewing and measuring the past several months,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have put in a lot of long hours, but because we have wanted to.â&#x20AC;? Deputies will continue to transition to the new uniforms over the next year.

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News in Brief blankets or lawn chairs and spend the afternoon at the site. Admission to the museum, scheduled to open this spring, will be free during the Bonnet Festival. Vocalists and choirs interested in performing at the festival should contact event coordinator Krislin Fenner at seekers of t he p a s t @ y a ho o.c om and provide the name of the group, choir or vocalist, the genre of music and preferred time to perform. There is limited electrical service on site and no sound system. Each group is responsible for setup and takedown of any equipment needed.

The annual Gladstone Green Home Show, sponsored by the city of Gladstone, Home Builders Association of Kansas City and the Builders Development Corp., has been scheduled for Friday and Saturday, April 12 and 13, this year. The free show will open at 5 p.m. April 12 at the Gladstone Community Center, 6901 N. Holmes St., featuring a variety of vendors showcasing green home improvements and products designed to make homes and businesses more environmentally efficient. A variety of vendors and specialist will be on hand to discuss energ y-efficient home improvements, alternative energy sources for the home, decorating ideas and energy audits. Show hours are 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.

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essary, and no prepared material is needed. Those auditioning will be asked to sing and dance, and dance clothes and shoes are recommended. Parents must sign audition terms for participants younger than 16 years of age. Participants must be at least 10 years old or have finished fourth grade to audition. Audition times are based on age each day: â&#x20AC;˘ 10 to 12 years â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 1 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ 13 to 15 years â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 2 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ 16 to 19 years â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 3 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ 20 and older â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 4 p.m. Participants are asked to arrive 15 minutes prior to their audition time with a completed audition form. Gladstone Theatre in the park is a free community theater that draws more than 15,000 audience members annually. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Guys and Dollsâ&#x20AC;? will be presented on July 5 to 7, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Music Manâ&#x20AC;? General exhibition Photographs should be of will be presented Aug. 2 things or locations in Clay to 4. For more information, County depicting the pre1910 history of the county. contact Gladstone Parks & Ribbons will be awarded Recreation at 423-4090 or for first, second and third visit the Gladstone Theplaces. The winners will atre in the Park website have the opportunity for at www.gladstonetip.com. their photographs to be used to promote the Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum, Big MOLE IRISH UNCLE Shoal Cemetery, Big Shoal GITTER SEED POTATOESÂ˘ THE Heritage Area, or other hisLB. MOLEMINATOR BAKED BOILED FRIED toric sites or organization in IDIOT-PROOF PROGRAM Clay County. UNCLE BUYS THE Individuals are welcome BEER IF YOU CAN SCREW to come to the farm by THIS UP. making arrangements EVEN YOUR HUSBAND CAN through Krislin Fenner, DO IT! seekersofthepast@yahoo. EARN $50 Per Hour ASK FOR in your spare time! com. Big Shoal Cemetery UNCLEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DO IT YOURSELF!! ACRE PRICES can be photographed at STEP #1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DO IT NOW! any time. PRE-EMERGENCE CRAB GRASS CONTROL

third places. The winners will have the opportunity for their photographs to be used to promote the Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum, Big Shoal Cemetery and Big Shoal Heritage Area. The first-place winner also will be given a one-year membership to the Friends group and a goodie bag from the museum gift shop. Students are welcome to come to the farm by making arrangements through Krislin Fenner, seekersofthepast@yahoo.com. Big Shoal Cemetery can be photographed at any time. Sturdy, closed-toe shoes and long pants are encouraged for photography visits to the farm and cemetery. Maps and directions to the sites can be found at www.atkinsjohnsonfarm. com.

Photographers are invited to capture local history and exhibit their work during the Big Shoal Bonnet Festival on Saturday, May 4. The Friends of the Atkins-Johnson Farm is sponsoring the first Picture the History High School Photography Exhibition and the first Picture the History Photography Exhibition in conjunction with the spring fair at the Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum in Gladstone. Submissions for both exhibitions must be received by Friday, April 26., with a limit of one entry per person. All entries must be accompanied by a completed entry form and release. Submissions must be made as 8-by-10 prints, in color or black and white, and as JPEG. The first-place winner of each exhibition will be given a one-year membership to the Friends group and a goodie bag from the museum gift shop. Performers are needJudges will be profession- ed for Gladstone Parks & als or instructors in trained Recreationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 26th season of in the fields of art and pho- Theatre in the Park. tography. Open auditions for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Guys and Dollsâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Music Manâ&#x20AC;? will be SunHigh school exhibition day, April 7, and Sunday, Submissions will be April 13, at Antioch Middle judged and displayed School, 2100 NE 65th St. during the Bonnet Festi- Callbacks will follow on val. Ribbons will be award- Sunday, April 14. No experience is neced for first, second and

Vocalists sought for Bonnet Festival The Friends of the Atkins-Johnson Farm have put out an invitation to area choirs to perform at Big Shoal Heritage Area Bonnet Festival in May. The Saturday, May 4, festival will be a re-creation of an event that was a spring favorite in the area in the 1800s. Choirs and vocal groups will have the opportunity to sing in an open-air environment for 20 to 40 minutes on the half-hour from 1 to 5 p.m. Vocalists and choirs of all ages are invited to participate, and the music genre is open. This event is free to the public and free to participate in. In addition to live music, there will be games, crafts, and other activities and entertainment at the Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum. Spectators are encouraged to bring

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FT position. Insurance AgencyGladstone. Experience desired, not required. 816-436-7771. Diesel Mechanic & Foreman: Kearney, MO. Great Pay / Benefits. 816-628-9003 or APPLY www.durhamschoolservices.com or stop by 15018 Nations Road. Liberty’s newest family fun center is hiring for all positions. If interested go to: amazingplayfuncenter.com, print an application & mail to: 523 N. 291 Hwy, Liberty, MO 64068 Mechanic- forklift co., no exp. nec. Will train, must have mechanical ability, no issues. Lift 75lbs, hard worker, 816-241-1137.

Clay County Human Resources 1 Courthouse Square Liberty, MO 64068 EOE/M/F/D/V

Northland Insurance Agency Seeks FT/Licensed Sales Producer Hourly +_ Commission 816-560-7982

$600, $250 dep. 436-7871 Northland- Salon N Vogue booth rental available. Full & Part-time. 2829 NE Vivion Rd., 454-4247.

MOVE IN READY

M A I N T E N A N C E 3BR duplex, garage, fenced in yard, Liberty Schools, $795. 816509-1280 1109 Broadmore Ln, Liberty Raised Ranch, 2 Car Gar., 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath. Just remodeled. Great Neighborhood-Westboro. Newer roof, C/A, steel siding.

Lots of sq ft, backs to park. $117,500. For Inquires call:816-781-5126 or Ken 816-589-6129

LIBERTY- 2bdrms, 1.5ba, 1car gar, $675mo 781-5600

Houses For Rent

319

4817 N Elmwood Ave. 4 BR, 2.5 BA, $950/mo. + $1000/dep. 816220-7600. 712 NE 115th Ter., 3+ BR, 3 BA, all appliances, CA, fireplace, 2 gar., fenced yard, deck, $1075/mo + $800 dep. 816-436-4415.

NOTICE OF DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY

Highway 169, Trimble, MO (816)407-7867

500

LIBERTY HILLS APTS

2BR, 1 BA, water & trash paid, $525/mo., $200 dep. No Pets. 816-217-9029 ◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆

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Employment

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(2004 Swift Ave, NKC)

Public Notice

All contents of the following units: #154 Lori Griffis, #99 Jerome Jackson, #75 Bobby Lawson, #78 Donald Racine, #56 David Weaver, #42 Deborah Shear Auction to be held at 169 Shelf Storage

Apartments Unfurnished

304

Open House Saturday, March 23 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

Gladstone, 3BR, 2BA, gar. w/opener, hdwd. floors, appl., CA, bsmnt,

$950/mo, $250 dep. 816-436-7871

Liberty Landing Community Park S. 291, E. Ruth Ewing Rd.

Featuring New Skyline Home 2015 Current Over 1,100 sq. ft. under $47,000

(816)781-2548 libertylandingmo@sbcglobal.net

Rentals

300

LIBERTY- 3 BR House $695 /mo.+ $705 dep. 1 yr. lease. 781-5600

W O R K E R

The City of North Kansas City is looking for a full time Maintenance Worker in the Streets Division. The position pays $14.20$15.97/hour, with excellent benefits including pension and health insurance. Please visit our website www.nkc.org to see the job announcement and the application process. EOE

Certified Surgery Tech/Orthopedics Looking for experienced surgical tech for a busy Orthopedic office. Position requirements are as follows: Applicant must have previous experience as an assist surgery tech in an Operating Room setting with Orthopedic experience. Applicant must have good clinical skills and like working office environment also. Casting skills are a must. Applicant must be a self starter and highly motivated. Working with people and having good communication skills are very important to the position. The position is salaried with competitive benefits. Please send your resume to btebbe@dfportho.com or you may fax resume to 816-303-2484

PET SITTER(S) NEEDED

for Gladstone towards Zona Rosa & surrounding areas. Employees must be available when needed and live in the Gladstone or Zona Rosa area. ONLY SERIOUS PERSONS NEED APPLY for this long-term commitment position.

Please visit our website: www.noworriespetcare.net or call 816-415-9267, Randy or Kristy

NKC- 4BR, 3BA, dining room, living room, rec-room, garage, fenced, close to Interstate, great city services. $1150/mo. + dep. 816-392-7358.

Apartments Furnished

301

Downtown Smithville - Large remodeled Apartment. 2 BR, 2 BA, Prt. fursh. w/all appl. & w/d. $725 mth. + dep. 816-218-5073.

Apartments Unfurnished

304

LIBERTY- 1bdrm- 1 yr lease, gas & water paid, no pets, $490 mo. 781-5600

262

Steel/Metal Buildings

262

Steel/Metal Buildings

LIBERTY- 2bdrms- 1 yr lease, no pets, $490 mo. 781-5600 4-Plex Gladstone 2br, appl, c/a, w/d hk-ups, clean credit req. Owner. $495. 816-587-5544

DEPOSITS LOWERED ! N o Application Fee

• Studios

• 1 Bedroom

• 2 Bedrooms See office for details. Cherokee Village Apartments Liberty, MO

(816) 781-6537

Smithville -Harborview Subdivision 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, Spacious Rooms, 1900 Sq. ft. Home, with Wood Fireplace, NEW Windows, Kitchen Floor, Roof, Appliances & Landscaping. Fenced Back Yard, Walk to Golf Course, Lake & Pool. $1300 month with 1-month dep. Call:417-234-7980 / 816-289-7028

Mobile Home Sites

325

Northgate Mobile Estates Claycomo- Quaint neighborhood, close to shopping, schools & hwys. Single lots $315. Water and sewer paid, yards mowed.

816-452-0866

Professionally managed by Charles F. Curry R/E Co.

328

Mobile Homes

2 BR, 1BA. NKC Schools, local shopping. New flooring, carpet, appliances. No pets. $555/mo. + dep. Water, sewer, trash, lawn service paid. Approved application required, call for more info at 816452-0866.

Liberty Area Apartments Small Town Charm, Big City Conveniences! ✧✧ 1 & 2 Bedrooms ✧✧ $399-$535 Close to Historic Liberty Square

Call (816) 452-0866

Looking for a part-time job with good income potential and no evening hours?

The Liberty Tribune has an opening for a part-time circulation sales manager. This position requires a friendly, approachable and outgoing person comfortable presenting the value and benefits of local newspaper subscriptions. They must maintain professional appearance and behavior, and serve as an ambassador for our publications at all times.

This person will work to grow the circulation of the Liberty Tribune and sister newspapers in the Northland, primarily through kiosk sales at local stores. Additional responsibilities include developing strong relationships with retailers and vendors, assisting with other direct sales efforts, helping develop and execute marketing plans, performing customer service and quality control-related activities and other circulation responsibilities.

This person must be reliable and accountable, communicate and collaborate well with others and demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence. This 20-25 hour-per-week position will work fairly flexible hours 4 to 5 days per week, Wednesday thru Sunday. Compensation includes a base salary plus commission, was well as paid time off and other benefits. We even have a health insurance plan available for part-time employees. To apply, please send a resume and references to

matt.daugherty@npgco.com EOE

Picture Perfect Lawn Care Service ** Now Hiring ** Spring Laborers $9 per hour to start. Call: 532-4720 Earn upto $1,000. Study Avail: Males age 18-55. If you are a non-smoker, taking medications, aval. for overnight stays, you may qualify! Interested? Study 4956. Call Quintiles! 913-894-5533.

Spring is almost here. Get your real estate license NOW! Classes start April 1 in Gladstone. Free catalog. 816-455-2087. www.realestateprepschool.com

533

Trucking/ Drivers

Drivers: CDL-B: Great Pay, Hometime! No-Forced Dispatch! New Singles from St. Joseph to surrounding states.TruckMovers.com or 888-567-4861.

536

Job Training

POLICE ACADEMY

Garage Sales

650 651

Estate Sales

654

Garage Sale Season will be here before you know it.

Garage Sales

Gladstone-

1390

Healthcare

550 562

Healthcare

RNs & LPNs Need a change of pace? Correctional nursing is different with every patient, every day. Regardless of your area of interest, correctional nursing provides a rewarding career in a specialized field that encompasses ambulatory care, health education, urgent care and infirmary care. Corizon, provider of health services for the Missouri Department of Corrections, has excellent opportunities at Western Missouri Correctional Center in Cameron. RNs - 12hr shifts, Nights LPNs - Evenings Corizon offers competitive rates, excellent benefits and the opportunity to try something new in this growing specialty field! Please Call: Brenda Shira, RN Admin. 816-632-1390 ext 4117 or Quick Apply www.corizonhealth.com EOE/AAP/DTR

Merchandise

700 760

Household Goods

Couch & love seat, Dk blue, modern, good cond., $300 all or $200 couch/$100 love seat. 454-9694.

772

Musical Instruments

Pianos Pianos Pianos New Yamaha & Pearl River Pianos, On sale now. For information call Bette at 816- 2285656, or Mitzi 816-746-0500.

795

Wanted To Buy/Trade

Diabetic test strips wanted- up to $10 for extra, unused boxes. 816510-2301.

Transportation

1300 1340

Autos

Educational

600 606

Music Instruction

4 openings- piano/voice students. Thurs. 4, 4:30 5, 5:30. (816)7260207.

Spring Registration All Ages Welcome Call Nan @ 816-842-0359

612

Schools

TOYOTA 2007 CAMRY XLE Maintenance records, new tires, gray color, one owner, $13,750. (816)746-9858.

1375

Motorcycles/ Accessories

2003 H.D. 100th Anniv. Blk/Silver, Heritage Softail. Xtras, Gold Key Pkg., 3K mi. Perfect. Selling due to health. Asking $13,250. 716-5347.

612

Schools

1527

1565

Handyman Services

FAMILY MAN NEEDS WORK

Lawncare, gar. & bas.

cleaning, odd jobs, hauling.

SMALL GARDEN TILLING, aerating, mowing, triming, & various other services. Free estimates, call Tim @ 816-797-7299 or 7978950.

Lawn Service

Grow & Mow- An affordable aternative to all your lawncare & landscape needs. For free estimates call 816-519-2492.

Auctions 816.781.4941

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PLEASANT VALLEY CENTER 6805 Sobbie Rd., Pleasant Valley, MO

Sunday, March 24 â&#x20AC;˘ 11:00 am

Large collection of flow blue, Sleepy Eye stoneware, Several pcs of pottery, Art pottery, Red Riding Hood cookie jar, Rocking horse cookie jar, Lot hand painted china, Stoneware pitchers, Cock jugs, Royal Doulton & B & G figurines, Paperweights, Perfume bottles, Depression cobalt sailboat water set, , Beaded purses, Costume jewelry, Pocket watches, Old fountain pens, Campaign buttons, Marbles, Celluloid boxes, Valentines & postcards, Antique dolls, Mantle clock, Fred Harvey signs, Powder flask, Churn, Fretwork, Prints & frames, lot small collectibles plus many box lots

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ANTIQUE AUCTION

ANT./COLL.: Browning 25 semi-auto pocket pistol, gold & sterling jewelry, cast iron skillets, hand-sewn quilt, pocket knives, Fostoria â&#x20AC;&#x153;Announcementâ&#x20AC;? sherbets, 1946-1947 Hull â&#x20AC;&#x153;Magnoliaâ&#x20AC;? vase, Army aircraft recognition playing cards, McCoy, manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Waltham 17J self-wind wristwatch, books, NRFB ÂŠ1995 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shopping Chicâ&#x20AC;? Barbie made for Speigel, opalescent â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tokyoâ&#x20AC;? cruet, LPs, teapot collection inc. Hall & American Airlines, collection of sm.-med. pitchers & bowl, stoneware fruit jar, ant. furn., framed prints, Keebler Cookie store display rack, linen, & lace tablecloths. MISC.: hand & power tools, electric & gas chainsaws, cell phones, DVDs, Corningware, furn., King-size comforter & pillow shams set, very nice manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suits, med. pet cage, new material, cases of adult incontinent briefs, Crosman 66 Power Master air rifle, 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; sq. screen house, Disney & other VHS tapes, boxes of Barbies & toys, cell phones, many box lots, much more w w w. a n g e l f i r e . c o m / m o / d o u b l e d a u c t i o n DOUBLE D AUCTION SERVICE DAVID B. GREENWOOD, AUCTIONEER 816-630-2109 KC# & FAX OR 816-419-7900 CELL

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I-35, 152E, 291S, east on Ruth Ewing Dr., North on Current St., north on Claywoods Pkwy., west on Cardinal Dr.

816.781.4941

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816-734-5580

816-320-3990

Huge kids consignment sale event in Gladstone Starts Today! 6465 N. Prospect (by Hobby Lobby). March 20-24, 10a-8p (Sun. 10a-5p). Shop for thousands of bargains on newborn - juniors & Maternity clothing, toys, books, baby equipment and more! 816-804-6977. Can volunteer for store credit

Liberty- Moving Sale, Sat. March 23, 8a-3p, 807 Melanie Ct. Oak book case set, entertainment center, console stereo, sofa, love seat, coffee & end tables, TVs, Kansas City Chiefs collection- 90s era, Elvis collection, misc. furniture & household items. Call or text (816)7298829.

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FOR YOUR GOOD CLEAN USED CAR, TRUCK OR VAN. CALL RICK: 816-781-1026 or 816-223-4655

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General Housecleaning. Experienced, free estimates. 816-506-2057

TIP: TIP Get rid of anything you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t used in the last year.

March 21-23 â&#x20AC;˘ 9am - 3pm 6208 N. Normandy Dr. Antiques, furn., student cello, karaoke machine + discs, CRAFTER ALERT! Beads, findings, tools, papers, envelopes & cards, fabrics, patterns & more; fitness DVDs/equip.; art prints; womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing sz. 18-20; much more. All must go. Offers considered.

House Cleaning, lots of experience, free estimates, references available, reasonable rates. Please at Socorro at 816-868-4851.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to clean out the garage, basement, attic, spare room or shed. You will want to allow yourself plenty of time to get ready for the big sale day!

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17021 NE 144 th St., Kearney, MO 64060 Nice 3 BR, 2BA Home on 3 Acres ST E V E R IT T E R A UC T IO N S t e v e & S t e v e n Ri t te r ( 8 16) 6 30 -1 2 52 ww w. r i t te r a u ct i o n . co m

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Saturday, March 30 â&#x20AC;˘ 11:00 A.M. 6714 N Holmes, Gladstone, MO

Nice 3 Bdrm., 2.5 Bath, Raised Ranch with 30x50 Insulated All Steel Building.

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MID COUNTRY EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT AUCTION

Saturday, March 23, 2013 - 9:00 a.m. Lathrop Antique Show Grounds 2488 S.E. Hwy 33, Lathrop, MO (30 miles North of Kansas City, MO)

Online & Live Bidding

Tractors: x JOHN DEERE 2355 CAB HEAT AIR x FORD 3910 TRACTOR x INTERNATIONAL 350 TRACTOR x MASSEY FERGUSON 35 TRACTOR x JOHN DEERE 245 LAWN TRACTOR x 1995 FORD 7610 S WITH FRONT LOADER x 1951 INTERNATIONAL FARMALL CUB x 2002 KUBOTA L3010D TRACTOR x JOHN DEERE 5400 375HRS 2WD x FORD 3000 TRACTOR

Farm Equipment: 3-FRONT LOADER HAY BALE SPIKES; 3 PT. CRUST BUSTER FIELD CULT; INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER 540 PLOW; 3 PT. REAR HAY BALE MOVER; FRONT LOADER MANURE FORK; 3 PT. DISK; 3 PT. CULTIVATOR; NEW HOLLAND 80 BALE SPIKE; WESTFIELD MK 80 GRAIN UNLOADING HOPPER; PAUL PORTABLE LIVESTOCK SCALES; DRAG SPIKE HARROW, JD BL WALKING PLOW; JD 71 2 ROW PLANTER; 3 PT. BROADCAST FERTILIZER SPREADER; WESTFILED WR80-41 GRAIN AUGER; NEW HOLLAND 855 ROUND BALER; JOHN DEERE 1209 MOWER CONDITIONER; JD 1018 BRUSHOG MOWER; JD 616 BRUSHOG MOWER; GOOSEN 3 PT. 540 PTO BLOWER; Golf and Utility Vehicles: JD 6 X 4 GAS GATOR; CADILLAC GOLF CART; KAWASAKI MULE 610 4 X 4 CANOPY; Plus more by auction day. Atvâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: 3-YAMAHA AND 4-HONDA; SLIDE IN BOOM SPRAYER FOR JD GATOR; Skid Loaders and Lifts: CASE 1845C, OPEN ROPS; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;90 CASE 1845C CAB HEAT, RADIO; WESTENDORF WORK SAVER FORKLIFT, 3 PT. PALLET HAY FORKS; LARGE PLATFORM SCISSOR LIFT; Large Selection of Skid Loader Attachments including NEW Stout 72â&#x20AC;? grapple bucket; NEW Lowe 750 auger drive & bits; Copperhead Ind. Skid steer tree saw, post and tree puller, 5-dual hay spikes, buckets, pallet fork, 5-receiver hitches; Heavy Trucks and Trailers: â&#x20AC;&#x2122;93 CHEVROLET 3500 SILVERADO EXT. CAB DIESEL 1 TON; â&#x20AC;&#x2122;03 FORD F350 XLT CREW CAB, 7.3 POWER STROKE 4 X 4; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;00 DODGE 2500 LARAMIE SLT CUMMINS 4 X 4; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;78 CHEV 2500 FLATBED 4 X 4; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;93 DODGE 1500 4 X 4; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;96 GMC 1500 Z71 EXT. CAB, 6.5 DIESEL; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;87 FORD BOOM TRUCK; ATV TRAILER; UTILITY TRAILER 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;08 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;+5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; GOOSENECK FLAT BED TRAILER; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;03 PJ DUMP TRAILER 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; HIGH SIDE LO PRO RAMPS; Cars: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;07 CHEV MALIBU LT; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;99 KIA SPORTAGE 4 X 4; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;91 TOYOTA CAMORY; New Easy Kleen Magnum 4000 Hot Water Pressure Washers;

Lawn & Turf: JD 616 BRUSHOG MOWER; LANDPRIDE ROTARY TILLER RTA2072; FERGUSON TOW BEHIND PULL LAWN SPIKER; JACOBSON PULL BEHIND SWEEPER, GAS; IH CUB CADET TRACTOR W/FINISH MOWER; LANDPRIDE Z-TURN MOWER; ****LARGE ASSORTMENT OF FARM AND CONSTRUCTION MISCELLANEOUS. *****Boat: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;75 RANGER 17â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BOAT, 85 HP EVINRUDE, TRAILER, TROLLING MOTOR;

********Over 100 shade and evergreen trees!

All items subject to prior sale.

Jim Fahey, Auctioneer MO Licensed Auctioneer MN Lic. #: 43-11-09 Reg. WI Auctioneer Lic. #: 2401-052

Selling many more items than listed here. For more info, many photos & current list of items visit:

www.faheysales.com

FAHEY AUCTIONEERS

320.864.3510

Auction Manager: Chris Riley, Kearney, MO 816.365.7565 ONLINE BIDDING at

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BLACK DIRT / BOBCAT

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Black Dirt Bobcat

GUARANTEED GUTTERING

INTERIOR/ EXTERIOR PAINTING

“WE DO EVERY HOME LIKE OUR OWN”

✰ Seamless Aluminum 5” ✰ Various Colors ✰ 30 Years of Experience ✰ Leafproof

Power Washing - Wall Paper Repair Trim & Decks NO JOB TOO SMALL

DAYS & EVENINGS ✰ JOHN TUBBS

816-436-2191

(816) 678-4962

(816)424-3200

BUILDING/REMODELING

LAWN AND LANDSCAPE

THE PAINT/ PAPER SPECIALIST

Basements • Decks Sunrooms • Kitchens Bathrooms • Tile Painting (interior/exterior) Siding • Windows • Doors and More Call Doug Stites for FREE Estimates Family owned - over 40 years experience

Fiedlers Lawn Care

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• Lawn Mowing • Raking • Trimming • Weed & Feeding •Reseeding & Planting • General Yard Work • Clean-up Experienced Reliable

Newcomer Plumbing 816-320-2780 816 320 2780 cell 816-885-7757

office

No job too big or too small Sewers cleaned & repaired Water heaters installed

Garbage disposals Faucets repaired & replaced Remodel plumbing services

TREE SERVICE

Advanced Tree Experts North • Trimming • Removal • • Storm Reconstruction •

816-468-0540

Fully Insured/Licensed Master Arborists 14 Years in Business

McKown Landscape

741-0456

Owners: Ronny & Lisa McKown Insured & with work comp

5704 North Beaman

816-729-5532 HANDYMAN

PO Box 197 Holt, MO 64048

35 Years Exp. ~ Licensed & Insured

(Off-Duty Firefighter)

STITES REMODELING

PLUMBING

PAINTING/WALLPAPERING

Shrub Pruning, Tree Trimming Tree Removal & Planting Mowing-Seeding-Sodding

We Care about Your Trees

27+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE FREE ROOM MEASURES

Man Made Stone Walls, Paver Patios Fire Pits & Outdoor Living Areas Waterfalls & Water Features Snow Removal Residential Referrals Firewood Available & Commerical Available

Owner, Daman Wilson Cell: 913-963-4016 Office: 816-781-4479

Mckownlandscape.com

PET CARE

816-532-2356 HEATING & COOLING

AERATING & VERTICUT

Bates

ANY YARD

Mechanical Service LLC

• Commercial / Residential Heating & Cooling • Commercial Refrigeration • Service • Repairs • Installation Licensed

30 Years Experience

Doggie Day Care - $12/day Monday - Friday: 6:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Insured

816-316-6037

$90.00

Boarding - $17/night Seven days a week • No cages • Fresh air • Spacious Suites

Nourse Lawn Care 816-804-3747

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Gladstone Dispatch A7

Thursday, March 21, 2013

North Kansas City Schools Board of Education Candidates

Dixie Youngers Residency in district: 22 years Family members who are, have been or will be employed by or enrolled in the school district: 1 daughter is a sophomore in the pre-International Baccalaureate high school diploma program, 1 daughter is an eighth-grader

Kevin Corlew

Lee Morris

Residency in district: 6 years

Residency in district: 45 years

Residency in district: 15 years

Family members who are, have been or will be employed by or enrolled in the school district: 1 son is in second grade, 1 daughter is in first grade

Family members who are, have been or will be employed by or enrolled in the school district: 1 niece, 2 nephews

Family members who are, have been or will be employed by or enrolled in the school district: 2 children are in school; taught in the district from 1995 to 2001

Previous elected office: none

Previous elected office: current member of North Kansas City Schools Board of Education with two years of service

Occupation: “I’ve been a lawyer since 2005. Before attending law school, I worked for seven years to inspire teenagers to reach their full potential to strengthen families as the director of a youth ministry.”

Occupation: “My current occupation is as a group manager in the federal government. I have been employed by the federal government for 28 years.”

Occupation: “I am currently an at-home parent and community leader/volunteer. Prior to being an at-home parent, I worked as an industrial engineer (Hallmark Cards, seven years; Frito Lay, four years).”

Educational background: Bachelor of Arts with honors, Columbia College-Chicago, 1995; juris doctor with high distinction, University of Nebraska College of Law, 2005

Educational background: Winnetonka High School, 1980; Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting, Rockhusrt University, 1984; Master of Business Administration, Rockhurst University, 2011

Educational background: Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Iowa State University, 1986; Master of Business Administration, University of Kansas, 1995 Civic involvement: member of Institute of Industrial Engineers; Society of Women Engineers; YouthFriends, nine years; Girl Scouts, serving as a leader for nine years; Gifted Association of Missouri; North Kansas City High School Parent Teacher Association; North Kansas City High School Band Boosters; New Mark Middle School Parent, Teacher, Student Association; Staley High School Teaching and Reaching Youth Committee; served as president of Parents of Academically Gifted Students in North Kansas City Schools before serving on school board Why did you decide to run for a seat on the Board of Education? “I decided to run for a seat on the Board of Education because I have tremendous passion for children’s education. In addition, I feel I am uniquely qualified for the position with my past school district and work experience.” Describe the role of the board and its members. “The role of a school board member is to govern the school district. School boards hire the best superintendent, establish performance goals for the superintendent and then annually evaluate the superintendent’s performance.” What are the biggest needs in the district right now? “Needs: 1. Funding — Local tax revenue is down to 2004 levels despite adding 2,003 students. (Funding is 70 percent local, 25 percent state and 5 percent federal.) 2. Adequate classroom space for population growth and appropriate class sizes. (18,930 students — growing by 300 students per year) “Solutions: 1. Continue to cost-effectively manage the district’s budget. 2. Investigate innovative ways to manage growth.” What do you see as the biggest challenges in the district in the next few years? “Challenges: 1. Free and Reduced Lunch student population has grown from 33 percent (2005) to 49 percent (2013) of total students. 2. District graduation rate was 88 percent in 2012. “Solutions: 1. Develop partnerships with local libraries focused on parent-led early literacy. 2. Strengthen partnerships with parents to help students progress to graduation.” What is going well in the district right now? “School district is fully accredited. Excellent staff of teachers, administrators, and support personnel. Engaged parents and students. Supportive and diverse community. School district centennial this year. “I attribute our successes to our entire school community working together towards student achievement.” Is there anything else you’d like to add? “It has been an honor and privilege to help maintain and enhance the excellence of our schools as a school board member for the past two years. “I am honored to be endorsed by the NKC National Education Association.” Website: DixieYoungers.com Facebook: Citizens for Dixie Youngers for School Board

Paula Patillo

Civic involvement: served on the Oaks Homes Association Board for more than 4 years, 2 years as board chair; 2011 graduate of Leadership Northland through the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce; serves on church leadership and finance teams; participated in Vision North, which brought together leaders from various fields in Clay and Platte Counties to identify emerging needs and develop strategies to continually improve the quality of life in the growing Northland region; member of Gladstone Rotary; member of Gladstone Area and Northland Regional chambers of commerce Why did you decide to run for a seat on the Board of Education? “I believe that great schools are a central component of a thriving community. I’m an involved PTA parent. I believe in students and want to ensure that they have extraordinary educational experiences to give them the skills needed to be responsible citizens and to succeed in the modern global economy.” Describe the role of the board and its members. “The board defines and articulates district goals and policies. Members need to collaborate with educators, families and the community and must be able to effectively communicate district goals to the community. Being a governance board, it is responsible for employing a capable superintendent to effectively manage the school district.” What are the biggest needs in the district right now? What do you see as the biggest challenges in the district in the next few years? “School safety — Keeping students safe and secure must be priority No. 1. “District growth — I would evaluate all facility options to make sure student needs are met and to make sure that hard-earned taxpayer dollars are spent toward quality education with great consideration, accountability, and transparency. “Academic achievement — NKCS needs to ensure that students have the academic foundation and life skills they need to succeed in the ever-changing marketplace. We need to expect students to meet high academic standards. I will encourage partnerships with businesses and community groups to provide students with real-life experiences.”

Civic involvement: none listed Why did you decide to run for a seat on the Board of Education? “To make a positive contribution to our local community.” Describe the role of the board and its members. “The role of the board is to provide leadership for the district. Key board tasks include strategic planning and program oversight. Board members should work together for the best interests of the children and the community.” What are the biggest needs in the district right now? “Ensuring the appropriate level of funding to enable the district to conduct key educational functions. I would be an advocate for maximizing current funding sources and identifying and developing new sources of funding.” What do you see as the biggest challenges in the district in the next few years? “The biggest challenges for our district are managing the increasing student enrollment and using technology to improve educational outcomes. I would gather and analyze relevant information and make fact-based decisions.” What is going well in the district right now? “The current board works well together to prioritize the changing needs of the district. They manage their resources in a responsible manner. They provide students with the opportunity to earn a quality education.” Is there anything else you’d like to add? “I received a quality education at North Kansas City Schools. I would welcome the opportunity to serve on the NKC school board.”

Previous elected office: none Occupation: “I am currently a homemaker/stay-at-home mom. I took a year of leave from teaching when I was pregnant with my youngest child and then was blessed to be able to stay home with my children. For the past 11 years I have been actively involved and serving in volunteer positions such as PTA and other organizations centered around children’s activities. ... I have 10 years of teaching experience.” Educational background: Bachelor of Arts in elementary and kindergarten education, Louisiana College; 16 hours toward a master’s degree in education technology Civic involvement: member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church; member of Moms in Touch; member of the PTAs of children’s schools, serving on various committees and as committee chairs; served as a PTA president for two years; served as team mom for the Northland Suburban Youth Football League Why did you decide to run for a seat on the Board of Education? “I want to help NKC school district continue their tradition of excellence by building stronger relationships of trust between the board, administrators, teachers, students, parents and the community. I believe I can offer a unique perspective to the board as both parent and educator using a commonsense approach to decision making.” Describe the role of the board and its members. “I believe the board has a responsibility to represent its electorate to ensure that the district leadership works diligently and responsibly to meet the goals of the district as they relate to students, staff, community and finance.” What are the biggest needs in the district right now? “Meeting the needs associated with an increasing enrollment and schools that are approaching or at capacity. I would work with the current board to find the best solutions and make sure the community is informed and aware of the challenges associated with decreases in funding along with increases in enrollment.” What is going well in the district right now? “We are a district with dedicated and passionate staff that truly care about their students and are continually striving to improve and increase student achievement. ... We are ready to embrace challenges and see them as opportunities to reach higher goals for improvement in areas relating to assessments, graduation rates, attendance rates, etc.”

What is going well in the district right now? “NKCS has maintained high academic standards, and students have continued to score well on achievement tests. The district has also done a good job of weathering the economic recession with fiscal responsibility without raising tax rates in the past five years.”

On April 2, North Kansas City Schools voters will elect one person out of a file of four to serve a one-year term. The candidates, as they appear on the ballot, are Dixie Youngers, Kevin Corlew, Lee Morris and Paula Pattillo. Each of the candidates answered the same questions for the Gladstone Dispatch. Their responses appear above. Some responses have been edited to fit the space available.

A8 Gladstone Dispatch

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Community Calendar Thurs day, March 21 NORTHAVEN 2: Northaven 2 will have a neighborhood meeting at 7 p.m. at Fairview Christian Church, 1800 NE 65th St. Amy Harlin, president of the Gladstone Area Chamber of Commerce, will be the featured speaker. Snacks and water will be provided.

through April 15. Walk-ins will be taken on a first come, first served basis.

KOSMOS SINGLES: Kosmos Singles, a social group for adults 50 and older, will hold a mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. at Conrad’s, 210 N. Missouri Highway 291 in Liberty. Meet in the bar area. A dollar donation is requested. For more information, visit www.kosmossinCOUNTY HISTORY: The Third Thursday program of the Clay Coun- gles.com. ty Museum and Historical Society NEEDLE NUTS: Anyone nuts will be “Watkins Mill,” presented about cross-stitch, knitting, quilting by Amanda Coonce. It begins at 7 or other crafts is invited to get crep.m. at the museum, 14 N. Main ative help or opinions at 6 p.m. the St. in Liberty. The cost is $3. third Thursday of each month at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent PubEASTER PROGRAM: The daylic Library. This group is for adults. care at Grace Baptist Church will present an Easter program at 7 ESL: ESL Conversations, an p.m. at the church, 3101 NE Vivion English as a Second Language Road in Kansas City. program for adults, will meet at 6 p.m. at the Antioch branch of TAX-AIDE: AARP Tax-Aide will offer free tax help for low- and mid- Mid-Continent Public Library. Participants are encouraged to practice dle-income taxpayers, with special their English skills and make new attention for anyone 60 and older, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the North friends. Call 454-1306 for more Oak branch of Mid-Continent Public information. Library, 68700 N. Oak Trafficway in Kansas City North, on Thursdays STORYTIME: Preschool story-

time will begin at 10 a.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library, 6060 N. Chestnut Ave. For more information, call 454-1306. BIBLE CAFE: Bible Cafe is from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at First Christian Church, 2018 Gentry St. in North Kansas City. Enter at the doors by the mailbox. Pastor Carla Hillyer will be leading the discussion. Bring your Bible if you have one. Child care is available. For more information, call 842-23241. TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at First United Church of North Kansas City, 2100 Howell St. For information, call Linda at 591-9772. CANCER SUPPORT: New Hope Cancer Support meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Liberty Manor Baptist Church, on Birmingham Road in Liberty. The group includes men and women battling cancer or who are in remission. For more information, call Tom Atkins at 217-5813.

F R ID AY, MARCH 22 FISH FRY: St. Charles Borromeo Parish, 900 NE Shady Lane in Gladstone, will host weekly fish fries from 4 to 8 p.m. Fridays during Lent to raise money for the parish grounds as well as select groups with ties to the church. The cost is $8 for adults and $3 for children. A discount will be given for adult meals with the donation of a can of soup. Dine-in and carry-out are available. The menu includes talapia filets, shrimp scampi over linguine and clam chowder. Each entrée comes with three sides, a breadstick, beverage and dessert. Children’s meals include macaroni and cheese, fish sticks, a bread stick and green beans. EGG HUNT: The seventh annual Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt at Happy Rock Park begins with activities for all ages at 7 p.m. Children will be divided into the following groups: 3 and younger, 4 to 5 years, and 6 to 7 years. The youngest hunters will start first, at 7:45 p.m. Each egg hunter should bring a flashlight and basket. The cost is $4 per child, and registration is required. Online registration is available at www.activityreg.com. For more information, contact Jody Hydorn at 423-4087 or JodyH@ gladstone.mo.us.

SAT URD AY, MARCH 23 EGG HUNT: Grace Baptist Church, 3101 NE Vivion Road in Kansas City, will have an Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. for children 2 years old through fifth grade. Participating children should bring their own baskets to collect eggs. TAX-AIDE: AARP Tax-Aide will offer free tax help for low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention for anyone 60 and older, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through April 13 at Antioch Bible Baptist Church, 800 NE 72nd St. Walk-ins will be taken on a first come, first served basis. BENEFIT AUCTION: Martin Luther Academy will hold a fundraising auction and dinner at Finnigan’s Banquet Hall, 503 E. 18th Ave. in North Kansas City. Doors will open at 4 p.m. Hundreds of items are expected to be donated for the auction. Last year items included kitchen housewares, vacation rentals, assorted retail gift certificates, services, electronics, sports tickets and more. Tickets, which will be sold through March 5, are $35 each and include your choice of either a salmon or pork loin plated dinner. Silent auctions will open at 4 p.m., and the live auction will begin at approximately 7 p.m. Tickets are required. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.MartinLutherAcademy. org or call 734-1060. CRAFT FAIR: The Staley High School Student Council will hosting its third annual Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Falcon Fieldhouse, featuring more than 50 vendors and a bounce house for children 10 and younger.

EGG HUNT: Night Easter Egg Hunt, along with traditional hunts by age group, will begin at 6:30 p.m. at First Christian Church, 2018 Gentry in North Kansas City. There will be free food and refreshments. Participants should each bring basket and flashlight.

SU ND AY, MARCH 24 EASTER LUNCH: Gashland United Methodist Church, 7715 N. Oak Trafficway in Kansas City, will host a Easter celebration with a spaghetti luncheon from noon to 2:30 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will include Easter-themed games and a live praise band. For more information, visit gashlandumc.org. STATIONS OF THE CROSS: The Stations of the Cross worship series will be featured at the 8:30 and 10:50 a.m. Sunday services through March 24 at Avondale United Methodist Church, 3101 NE Winn Road in Kansas City. BRUNCH: The annual Palm Sunday Brunch sponsored by the Contemporary Life Class of Avondale United Methodist Church will be from 9 a.m. to 12:45p.m. The menu includes meat, eggs, fresh fruit, pastries and beverages. Proceeds will help with class mission projects. The suggested donation is $6.50 for adults and $3 for children 3 to 11. For more information, call 452-3518. CANTATA: The Chancel Choir at Grace Baptist Church will present the Easter Cantata “Known by the Scars” at the 10:15 a.m. worship. A reception will follow. The church is at 3101 NE Vivion Road in Kansas City. CHURCH DRAMA: New Hope Church of the Nazarene will present “Our Deliverer,” a musical drama, at 6 p.m. at the church, 4330 N. Oak Trafficway in Kansas City North. Admission is free. PALM SUNDAY: Englewood Baptist Church will celebrate Palm Sunday with worship beginning at 10:45 a.m. The church is at 1900 NE Englewood Road in Kansas City. For more information, call 453-0975 or visit www.englewoodchurch.com.

MOND AY, MARCH 25 TAX-AIDE: AARP Tax-Aide will offer free tax help for low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention for anyone 60 and older, from 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays through April 15 at Antioch Bible Baptist Church, 800 NE 72nd St. Appointments are required by calling 809-2975.

T U E S D AY, M ARCH 26 TAX-AIDE: AARP Tax-Aide will offer free tax help for low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention for anyone 60 and older, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library, 6060 N. Chesnut Ave., on Tuesdays through April 15. Walk-ins will be taken on a first come, first served basis. BREAKTIME: BreakTime Club, a free day program for older adults experiencing physical or mental limitations, will be from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Shepherd’s Center of the Northland, 4805 NE Antioch Road in Kansas City. Activities vary. Caregivers may stay or use the opportunity for respite. Lunch is provided. Registration is required by calling 452-4536.

Parkinson’s support group meets at 2 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church, 4301 NE Vivion Road in Kansas City North. For more information, call Alicia Scott at 214-7034. STORYTIME: Preschool and toddler storytimes will begin at 10 a.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library, 6060 N. Chestnut Ave. For more information, call 454-1306. ROTARY: Gladstone Rotary meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at Fairview Christian Church, 1800 NE 65th St. For more information, visit www.gladstonerotary.org.

WEDNE SD AY, MARCH 27 LEARN & LAUGH: Learning & Laughter, a free program for older adults to socialize and learn, will be from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Shepherd’s Center of the Northland, 4805 NE Antioch Road in Kansas City. Lunch is provided. Registration is required by calling 452-4536. TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets 9 to 10 a.m. weekly at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6409 NW 72nd St. in Kansas City North. The nonprofit group offers weightloss education and support. Visit for free. Class is led by a home economist and will continue every Wednesday. No registration is required. For information, call 7418708. STORYTIME: Toddler storytime will begin at 10 a.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library, 6060 N. Chestnut Ave. For more information, call 454-1306.

T HURS DAY, MARCH 28 AMERICAN LEGION: Gladstone Post No. 626 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Gladstone Community Center. For more information call Jerry Braton at 454-1749 or Nelson Duncan at 392-0972. MAUNDY THURSDAY DRAMA: Grace Baptist Church, 3101 NE Vivion Road in Kansas City, will present a Maundy Thursday drama during its service at 6:30 p.m. to share in the events leading to the arrest of Jesus during Passion Week. BETA SIGMA PHI: Beta Sigma Phi, Laureate Gamma Upsilon chapter, will meet at 7 p.m. Call 741-8781 for more information. MENTAL HEALTH: The Aging and Mental Health Coalition of Kansas City North will present “Stress Reduction” with registered nurse Julie Lebold. The meeting is at 2:30 p.m. in the upstairs conference room at Tri-County Mental Health Services, 3100 NE 83rd St. in Kansas City North. For more information, visit www.tri-countymhs.org. TAX-AIDE: AARP Tax-Aide will offer free tax help for low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention for anyone 60 and older, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the North Oak branch of Mid-Continent Public Library, 68700 N. Oak Trafficway in Kansas City North, on Thursdays through April 15. Walk-ins will be taken on a first come, first served basis.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS: The Stations of the Cross worship series will be featured at the ALPHA COURSE: The Alpha 7:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday serCourse will begin at 6 p.m. at Gashland United Methodist Church, vice at Avondale United Methodist Church, 3101 NE Winn Road 7715 N. Oak Trafficway The 12-week course will include weekly in Kansas City. sessions, meals and small group KOSMOS SINGLES: Kosmos discussions through June 12. For Singles, a social group for adults more information, email secretary@gashlandumc.org or call 436- 50 and older, will hold a mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. at Smokehouse 1616. Child care is provided. in Zona Rosa. A dollar donation is requested. For more information, ESL: ESL Conversations, an visit www.kosmossingles.com. English as a Second Language program for adults, will meet at AMERICAN LEGION: AMERI1 p.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library. Partic- CAN LEGION: Gladstone Post No. ipants are encouraged to practice 626 meets at 7 p.m. the fourth their English skills and make new Thursday of each month at the friends. Call 454-1306 for more Gladstone Community Center. information. For more information, call Jerry Braton at 454-1749 or Nelson PARKINSON’S SUPPORT: A Duncan at 392-0972.

Gladstone Dispatch A9

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Brag Book Pack 299’s third-grade Cub Scouts, chartered by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows 877 and from Oakhill Day School in Gladstone, achieved all four of the NOVA Awards for science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The advanced daily science curriculum offered at Oakhill led by Dena Cole contributed to the high interest and the success of the scouts achieving these awards. This six-month project included field trips, self study and a structured program from the National Boy Scout Council. These Cub Scouts also achieved the Luis Alvarez Supernova award that has more rigorous requirements by participating in a school robotics program lead by instructors Susan Brown and Alex Hall. This is the first year for the robotics program at Oakhill Day School. The scouts’ STEM mentor, Kim George, led the boys in the structured portion of the council’s curriculum. STEM is part of an initiative the Boy Scouts of America has taken on to encourage the natural curiosity of youth members and their sense of wonder about fields that focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The NOVA Award pro-

Cub Scouts receiving their NOVA Awards at their recent Blue and Gold Banquet include Graham Carter, Cameron Guidry, Jackson Kuehn, David Conking, Jacque Vaughn, Cole Johnson, Owen Riddle and Logan George. Leaders are Jackie Conkling and Tonya Vaughn, with STEM mentor Kim George.

gram consists of individual activity elements in various STEM topics structured for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venturers. These topics are designed to encourage participation and to increase interest in STEM by making it relevant and fun. Agnes “Aggie” Rieger, a senior at Oak Park High School, took first place in the state finals of the American Legion high school oratorical contest, held in Jefferson City. Rieger presented an oration on the U.S. Constitution that emphasized the duties and obligations of a citizen to our government. She then had five minutes to prepare a second presentation that tested her knowledge of the Constitution. In April, Rieger will represent Missouri in the national contest in Indianapolis. As winner of the state contest, she was awarded a gold medal and a $2,000 scholarship. State winners who particpate in first-round national contests also receive a $1,500 scholarship. Contestants in the national finals receive scholarships of $18,000, $16,000 and $14,000, respectively, for the top three places. Rieger is sponsored by American Legion Post 95 in Liberty.

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Rock of Ages Lutheran Church (WELS) 4005 NW Barry Road Kansas City, MO between I-29 and 169 Hwy.

Join us for Easter and hear the good news Good Friday Worship: 7:00 PM Easter SONrise Worship: 7:30 AM

Easter Festival Worship: 10:00 AM

Pastor James Tauscher www.rockofageskc.com (816) 436-2013

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St. Andrew the Apostle

GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH LIBERTY

6415 NE Antioch Rd Gladstone, MO 64119 www.sataps.com Holy Thursday Mass 7:00pm Good Friday Service 7:00pm Easter Vigil Mass 8:00pm Easter Sunday Mass 8:00am, 10:30am & 6:30pm

An Open and Afﬁrming Congregation HOLY WEEK Palm Sunday 10:15 a.m. Maundy Thursday 7:00 p.m. Good Friday 7:00 p.m. EASTER DAY FESTIVE EUCHARIST 10:15 a.m. Rector’s Easter Egg Hunt 11:30 a.m.

Army National Guard Pvt. Eythan L. Watts has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. Watts is the son of Everett and Cathy Watts of Kansas City North.

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Treasure the Savior. Easter at LCF. Join us.

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Passion Service - March 29 7:00 p.m.

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Easter Services - March 31 8:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 11:30 a.m.

520 South 291 Highway Liberty, MO

Children’s classes and nursery are available during all services. 1815 W. Liberty Drive, Corner of Conistor & Liberty Drive www.lcﬂiberty.org 816-781-3831 church ofﬁce 816-781-6150 church building

Celebrating the vitality in all of us Published the second week of every month.

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LIBERTY FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD

LIBERTY CHRISTIAN CHURCH

GOOD SHEPHERD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Ph. (816) 781-6633 Jeff Davidson, Pastor

(DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) 427 East Kansas • 781-3621

Rev. David Culver New Traditions Worship........ 8:30 am Sunday School ................... 9:30 am Traditional Worship ............10:50 am Alfa Y Omega Iglesia Cristiana Discipulos de Cristo Servicio los Domingos a las 6:00 pm

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Christian Science

TENTH CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST, KANSAS CITY

455-2555

Sunday Services ......................10:30 am Sunday School ........................10:30 am Wed Evening Testimonial Meeting .. 7:00 pm Reading Room open to the public Call for hours and location ..........455-0443

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Episcopal

Sunday services .............10:30am & 6:00pm Wednesday evening ......................7:00pm

THE HARMONY VINEYARD

GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH An Open and Affirming Congregation

www.graceepiscopalliberty.org SUNDAY SCHEDULE

Sunday Service ..............8:30am-10:00am ............................... 10:30am-12:15pm Wednesday Service ..Classes start at 7:00pm

291

600 NE 46th Street Kansas City, MO 64116

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69 Hwy. Liberty

3400 NE 82nd St. • KCMO 64119

J. Lowell Harrup, Senior Pastor Sunday School ............... 9:15 & 10:45 am Morning Worship ............ 9:15 & 10:45 am Sunday Evening ....................... 6:00 pm Wed. Learning Center ................ 6:30 pm

web site: metrobaptistchurch.com Traditional Music and Choir Expository Biblical Preaching

Non-Denominational

NORTHLAND CATHEDRAL

(816) 734-2216 ext. 204

At the corner of N. Oak and 96th Street

Childcare Provided. Casual Dress The coffee’s hot, the music rocks and the message is real.

101 NW 99th St. (99th & N. Oak) Kansas City, MO 64155

METRO BAPTIST CHURCH

9555 N. Oak Trafficway Kansas City, MO 64155

Sunday Worship ............ 9:00, 10:15 & 11:30 am Children’s Sunday School.....9:00, 10:15 & 11:30 am Pre-K - 5th Grade Sunday School .........10:15 am

Schedule: Sunday School ................... 9:30 am AM Worship .....................10:30 am Sunday Evening ................. 6:00 pm

3400 NE 80th Street, Kansas City, MO 64119 (816) 746-8388

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11 101 N. Forest Ave. Liberty, MO 64068 pastorjeff@liberty-assembly.org

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587-8898 John Brown, Pastor

9:00 am – Education 10:15 am – Worship

520 S. 291 Hwy. (816) 781-6262 The Rev. Susan McCann, Rector The Ven. John McCann, Priest Associate

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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF LIBERTY

138 Main Interim Rev. Joe Carle Sunday School .......................9-9:45 am Traditional Worship ..................10:00 am Nursery Provided • 781-6528

NORTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

6 1441 NE Englewood Rd. Sunday Service ....................... 10:30 am Sunday School ..........................9:15 am Rev. Seth Wheeler Childcare Available www.northminsterkc.org 453-2545

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A10 Gladstone Dispatch

Thursday, March 21, 2013

County commissioners select Don Norris as new counsel By Ryne Dittmer Longtime public official Don Norris has been appointed county counselor by the Clay County Commissioners. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When the folks at the county called and asked if I would serve, I said I certainly would,â&#x20AC;? Norris said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m excited to be serving the citizens of Clay County once again. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve spent pretty much a lifetime representing the county, and this is just an opportunity to serve in another fashion.â&#x20AC;? Norris has held several high-ranking positions in the county, including deputy sheriff, prosecuting attor-

ney and circuit court judge. Most recently, he served as the legal counsel for the Clay County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office under former sheriff Bob Boydston, who lost a bid for re-election in November. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Don Norris fit the bill for county counselor,â&#x20AC;? Presiding Commissioner Pam Mason said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He knows this county inside and out, and is really respected in the legal community.â&#x20AC;? Mason cited Norrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; years of county service in a variety of capacities as a primary reason for his appointment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He is very well regarded, and we felt this was the best selection we could have come up with,â&#x20AC;? she said. The county counselor

serves as the top adviser for county officeholders on legal matters and also represents the county in all civil litigation with the public and other government institutions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve represented the county before as a prosecutor and judge, so I am familiar with the role of county counsel, and having been an officeholder, I am very aware of the duties of officeholders,â&#x20AC;? Norris said. Norris replaces Kevin Graham who had served in the position since 2005. Graham will assume a role as an assistant counselor along with Matt Thompson, Pam Palmer and Trish Hughes.

News in Brief

Constitution commission K.C. opens brush site launches website Kansas City opened a new leaf and brush

drop-off center Friday, March 15, in response to the federal and state quarantine placed on Clay and Platte counties because of the emerald ash borer, a pest destructive to ash trees. As a result of the quarantine, residents of Clay and Platte counties cannot use the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing Chouteau and Raytown leaf and brush drop-off centers. The new drop-off center is at 11660 N. Main St., at the northeast corner of Northeast Cookingham Drive and North Main Street. The facility will open to the public at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 23 and is designed to handle regular leaf and brush and large quantities of debris generated during emergency situations. Beginning March 23, all three sites will be open and free for residents to use on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Chouteau and Cookingham sites will be open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a fee.

To connect with and inform residents about its efforts, the Clay County Constitution Commission has launched a website. The site, claycoconstitution.info, was unveiled at the commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s March 12 meeting in Kearney. It features background information about the constitution drafting process, meeting notices and minuets, and a frequently asked questions section that the commissioners will update as the drafting process progresses. Citizens may also use the site to directly email the commission and its members. The commission will meet next at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, at the Kearney Fire & Rescue District facility, 201 E. Sixth St. in Kearney. At the meeting the commissioners will continue a discussion on which structure of government they will propose with the new constitution.

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