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Jackson County To Set Off Biggest Fireworks Shell In The U.S. Big Bang 4th of July celebration features live music, kids games

Jackson County is definitely putting the BIG in its Big Bang 4th of July celebration. The county will light up the sky over Longview Lake when it launches the largest fireworks shell being shot off in the United States. The pyrotechnic exclamation point will cap an Independence Day party also featuring live music, a free kid’s carnival area, skydivers and a patriotic Salute to the Military. Gates at the event site, Longview Lake Shelter 13, will open at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 4. Admission is free. “It’s going to be a blast,” Jackson County Executive Mike Sanders declared. “We’ve prom-

ised to make the Big Bang celebration bigger and better every year. We’re going to deliver on that promise.” The gargantuan shell that will make Jackson County’s fireworks finale, one of the largest in the Midwest, is so large it could not be assembled elsewhere and then be legally transported for commercial use. The 24-inch diameter shell is being custombuilt on site at Longview Lake. The fireworks will deliver the red glare—among other col-

ors—to commemorate the nation’s 239th birthday. The prelude to the Big Bang fireworks includes not one but two bands performing live, with headliner

Blackjack Billy back for an encore concert after rocking the stage at the 2013 Jackson County 4th of July celebration. Before the fireworks are propelled into the sky, parachutists from Skydive KC will descend

over the event grounds. One will be tethered to a giant Stars & Stripes flapping in the wind. In addition to the free admission, the new, improved Truman Medical Center Kid’s Blast area with inflatables, games and

other attractions will be free this year. “For me, even beyond the fireworks, the highlight of the celebration is the Salute to the Military,” said County ExecuContinued on page 2

Found Animal Pages Reunites Owners And Pets On any given day in Raytown, the Neighborhood Services Officers get calls reporting on animals that are loose and roaming neighborhoods. They diligently pick up the animals and impound them. In the past, their work stopped there and they hoped that they would find the animal’s microchip or the owners would pick up their fuzzy friends. But all of that changed this year. In April, Neighborhood Service Specialists worked with Brenda Gustafson, the City’s Public Information Officer to develop ways to get the found animal’s pictures out to the public on Facebook and the City’s website. If your animal is lost,

call up either the City’s Facebook page, Facebook.com/CityofRaytown, and look for photo album “Raytown Animal Control’s Found Pets” or visit the City’s website, Raytown.Mo.us. Click on Govern in the header, then Departments/ Development & Public Affairs/Animal Control. When an animal is picked up, the picture of the animal, a short physical description and where it was found is posted. Things start happening when people share that information with friends and neighbors. Sometimes the owner sees the post, sometimes it’s a neighbor who recognizes the pet but eventually

someone knows both the animal and its owner. One recent picture created over 600 shares on Facebook. The success of this program has been phenomenal. The very first dog found under the program was a boxer who had been missing from a Raytown family when he broke his cable. The dog’s info was posted on Facebook and the City’s website and one of their neighbors saw the picture and contacted Neighborhood Services. “To see the smiles on the owner’s faces when we are able

to reunite them with their pet is so heartwarming,” said Allyn Harvey, Neighborhood Services Specialist. “Then we see the pet get excited to see his or her family.” On another occasion, the City picked up a bunny that was roaming in someone’s yard. We posted the picture and a Raytown resident contacted us with a possible owner’s address. Come to find out, the rabbit had been stolen out of his hutch about a month before. Through Facebook, “Bugsy” was reunited with his owner who were

overjoyed to have her furry friend back! These are only a couple of the stories of how social networking is crucial to helping bring lost pets home. The majority of pets that are returned to their owners have some sort of identification. The City encourages all pet owners to have a City pet license and microchip which are invaluable to helping Neighborhood Services Officers ensure a safe trip back home when your pet is lost.

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Raytown Debate Teams Compete At Nationals

Three members of the Raytown High School Talking Blue Jays Debate team recently competed at the National Speech & Debate Tournament in Dallas, Texas held June 14-19, 2015. Senior and 2015 graduate Tamela Hill finished 6-6 in Lincoln-Douglas Debate, placing her in the top 100 of the 261 in that competition. Junior Israel Hanke placed 75th of 251 competing in Student Congress. Sophomore Romeo Bagunu also competed in Student Congress, and was elected as the Presiding Officer of his house. Coach Mark Harris was honored by being selected as one of the final round judges in the Lincoln-Douglas competition. This is the 33rd time stu-

Bang continued from page 1 tive Sanders. “It’s only fitting that we honor those who have protected and those who are protecting our freedom on Independence Day.” Jackson County’s Big Bang, which was first held in 2012, has quickly become one of the metropolitan region’s biggest 4th of July celebrations, attracting more than 20,000 people last year. All the celebration details are available at jacksongov.org/bigbang.

Ray High from left: Israel Hanke, Tamela Hill, and Romeo Bagunu dents from Raytown High have competed at the tournament and the 24th consecutive year.

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team also competed at the National Speech and Debate tournament. The team of Constanza Castro, David Dempsey, Alexis Hampton, Brandon Jones and Juan Rustin advanced to the DoubleOctafinals, placing them in the top 32 teams in the nation in United States World Schools Debate. “This is the first time Raytown South competed in this event so we are very proud,”

Ray South from left: Brandon Jones, David Dempsey, Juan Rustin, Constanza Castro, Alexis Hampton Sponsor Maureen Woods said. All five competing students are 2015 graduates of Raytown South. The National Speech & Debate Tournament is sponsored by the National Speech & Debate Association and is

touted as the world’s largest academic competition. The National Speech & Debate Association believes communication skills are essential for empowering youth to become engaged citizens, skilled professionals, and honorable leaders in our

global society. The association connects, supports, and inspires a diverse community of honor society members committed to fostering excellence in young people through competitive speech and debate activities.

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Fireworks Are Fun But Know The Rules It’s time for the explosive sounds of fireworks throughout the town. While this is a wonderful way to celebrate your country and show your patriotism, Raytown does have an ordinance that you must follow. You cannot use any rockets on a stick, missiles with fins or rudders, or Roman Candles inside the city limits of Raytown. Don’t shoot fireworks in any of the parks, public property or business districts. And most importantly, do not try to build your own fireworks. Your fingers and hands are important, keep them safe. You must have a permit issued by the Raytown Fire Department. These permits are available from all of the firework stands inside Raytown. If you purchase your fireworks from someone outside of Raytown you can pick up a permit from either of the Raytown Fire Stations on

Rule for Shooting Fireworks in Raytown

• Fireworks can only be shot on July 4th between the hours of 10 am and 11 pm • Fireworks are not allowed in any public area or Raytown Park • Bottle rockets, roman candles and stick missiles are PROHIBITED • The consumer must have a valid and completed Raytown Fire Protection District Consumer Permit filled out or visit any Raytown fireworks tent. • They are free Raytown Road or there is a copy on their blog (raytownfire.blogspot.com) that you can print out.

The only time you are allowed to discharge your fireworks is on July 4th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Remember to be responsible when using fire-

works. Do not shoot them at anyone, fire them from a vehicle, use them inside a building, detonate them near anything else that could explode, and if you

wide range of areas of study. This year 156 students received scholarships totaling $187,000. There were 171 volunteer reviewers involved on various scholarship committees who in total reviewed 619 scholarship applications. Most of the 78 scholarships have their own committee to review the applications; however, the foundation has been entrusted to have our hard working scholarship committee provide the review process for 7 scholarships. Our 8 dedicated volunteers reviewed 145 applications this year and a common refrain was how tough the decisions were and the wish for more resources so more deserving students could be assisted. I want to extend a big thank you to our committee for all their efforts as well as to the other 163 community members involved in the process. It’s truly a com-

munity effort. One of the larger scholarships entrusted to your Community Foundation is the Forrest and Marjorie Martin Scholarship Fund. It was created with an estate gift in 2007 and awarded 13 scholarships this year totaling $48,000, and has awarded a total 89 scholarships totaling $338,000 since 2007. The Martin’s $1.1 Million estate gift is estimated to generate $2.2 Million in scholarships over 25 years and $6 Million in 50 years. That’s the power of an endowed scholarship fund. While the Martin’s obviously were not able to join us at the Scholarship Reception this week their presence was certainly felt by this year’s 13 recipients. They truly created a lasting legacy. Scholarships certainly have a major impact on the lives of young people in our community and it’s the

are under 16 you must have an adult with you to use your fireworks. The Raytown Police Department wants everyone to have a safe, fun

time during this festive, patriotic time. Remember that others are living in your neighborhood so don’t shoot off fireworks until the 4th.

Helping Students Achieve Their Dreams

By Phillip Hanson Truman Heartland Community Foundation This week we had one of my favorite events of the year, our Annual Scholarship Reception. We had more than 170 people in attendance including students receiving scholarships and their parents, our donors who created and generously support their scholarship, as well as our volunteers on our scholarship committee who have to make some tough decisions on recipients. It’s always exciting to experience the joy of both the students and our wonderful donors when they get the opportunity to meet

and talk about the student’s exciting plans for her/his future. The event probably hit home for me more this year than some others because Nancy and my youngest child, Katie, is herself off to college at Mizzou and while not receiving any scholarships from our scholarship programs, she is benefitting from several other scholarship programs. I certainly can relate to the sense of pride that parents at our event were feeling. Your Community Foundation is fortunate to have 78 different scholarship programs that are tailored to the interests of the donors who created them and cover a

BUSINESS Three New Business To Open On 350 Highway The City of Raytown and RH Johnson Company announce three new businesses coming to Raytown at the 350 Highway and Gregory. AT&T will open in late July and Great Clips and Dominos are scheduled for an early August opening. RH Johnson Company is the owner and developer of the property. The property was formerly a mattress company, a Berbiglia and a gas station. The property had to have some environmental work done because of the later owner before it could be developed. That work was completed and work to get a building for tenants was begun. “We are pleased that these three organizations are coming to our city,” said Tom Cole, Economic Development Administrator. “We continue to build the strength of 350 Highway with a good assortment of businesses.”

THCF Youth Advisory Council members who received scholarships from left: Sydney Sexton, Alexis Vittengl, Emily Crozier, Danielle Cunningham, Annie Crawford and Raytown High’s Tristen Caudle. Not shown is Rashae Taylor of Raytown High who received the Martin Scholarship pleasure of your Community Foundation to serve as a vehicle to enable generous

donors to assist students in achieving their dreams.

OOPS! Correction

Robert Jones of the Little Muddy Farm was wrongfully identified as Emmanuel Kip in our June 19 issue featuring the Raytown Farmer’s Market Grand Opening. The Emanuel Kip’s Garden is actually owned by Josiah and Gladys Chumba from Kenya who also sell delicious African donuts

BUSINESS Managing Storm Debris In Raytown Great Clips, a Minneapolis-based haircare company is the world’s largest salon brand creating more than 80 million haircuts each year. The salons are locally owned and operated. Great Clips offers many services and are open evenings and weekends. For convenience they also offer online check in.

AT&T’s mission is to connect people with their world. They provide products and services to make this happen.

The storm on Friday morning, June 26, 2015, brought heavy rain and damaging winds that downed power lines and tree limbs leaving many homes and businesses in Raytown without power. This past week, KCP&L had more than 1,000 people working around the clock to restore power to customers from linemen to tree trimmers and outside crews from Eastern Kansas and Iowa. If you are still without power or find a downed power line, report it by calling 1-888-LIGHTKC.

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Have We Reached The End Of Super Hero Mania?

Jason Offutt A fellow nerd-friend recently asked if I was excited about the upcoming “Ant-Man” super hero movie. “Ant-Man,” due out in July, is the latest offering from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which has earned $17.7 billion since the year 2000. You read that right, $17.7 billion. Marvel super hero movie earnings are greater than the gross domestic product of Iceland. Seriously. When I was a kid we had one super hero movie: “Superman” (1978) starring Christopher Reeve, and it was good. After some sequels (good and bad), “Batman” (1989) appeared on the screen, and it was good (the sequels were not). After 1989, the toilet backed up and terrible super hero movies began flooding theaters until 2000 when the Marvel Cinematic Universe got serious, the end. Sam Raimi’s “SpiderMan” (2002) raked in $403,706,375 ($564,216,100 adjusted for ticket price inflation), which still ranks above this summer’s, “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” that brought in $438,901,100. I think with all this money, Marvel’s parent company Disney bought the Moon to rent out for parties. Marvel alone has released 36 super hero movies since 2000’s “X Men,” and there are eight super hero movies coming out in 2016 alone. Eight. Which is nothing compared to the 30 Marvel and rival tightswearing company DC have slated for release between 2016 and 2020. And I’m already sick of super hero movies. Am I going to see “Ant-Man”? No thank you. Does this mean I have to turn in my Nerd Card? The flavor of movies reflects the times. In the 1930s, during the Great Depression leading up to WWII, people flocked to

theaters for monster movies and screwball comedies to take their minds off their misery. In the 1940s, war movies and westerns were popular because those movies gave America heroes. Terrified of everything, the 1950s gave us monsters from space. Today, at war, in a recession, and barraged by the Kardashians, America needs someone to swoop down and save us from evil, and we have super heroes. Trouble is Hollywood is giving us too much. Hands up who specifically bought Ant-Man comic books as a kid? Nobody? Of course you didn’t. If I got an Ant-Man comic in a pack of three (that’s how they came back then), I’d probably throw it at my sister. Why didn’t I like AntMan? His powers are to shrink to ant size and talk to insects. Yawn. Yeah, yeah, yeah. The movie stars the likeable Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas who’s, you know, Michael Douglas, and Evangeline Lilly who can be in every movie I watch – ever. But still. Dude talks to ants. Actor Robert Downey, Jr., who plays Tony Stark/ Iron Man for Marvel, is sick of super hero movies, just like me. “Honestly,” he said in a recent interview with The Telegraph. “The whole thing is just showing the beginning signs of fraying around the edges. It’s a little bit old. Last summer there were five or seven different ones out.” So, by being overwhelmed by super hero movies, I’m on the same side as Iron Man. I’ll take that. But the punch line is my son’s 10 years old. I’m going to have to watch every super hero movie that hits the screen, at least until he’s old enough to drive himself to the theater. Best not turn in my Nerd Card just yet. Jason Offutt’s latest book, “Across a Corn-Swept Land: An epic beer run through the Upper Midwest,” is available at amazon.com. A native of Missouri, Jason currently teaches journalism at Northwest Missouri State University and has earned many humor writer awards throughout his career. His racy first novel, “A Funeral Story,” is available at amazon.com.

Friday, July 3, 2015

Elvis Presley’s Star Shines From Las Vegas To Hawaii, Part III

JOHNNY CARSON

B.B. KING

By George Michaud

RAY CHARLES

PEARL BAILEY

BUDDY HACKETT

DON RICKLES

Last week we discussed how ELVIS grew from his childhood, getting his very first guitar at age eleven with financial help from his parents, his Uncle and the pastors of The Assembly of God Church the Presley’s were attending at the time in Memphis. Elvis learned a few chords, never really played much on the guitar and also never really got much better on it. It became more of a prop than anything else. He played rhythm during the 50’s when things were getting hot but things were moving so fast with his career “I really didn’t have the time to become the guitarist I always wanted to be” is what he told me in his dressing room after the show at the International Hilton Hotel in Las Vegas that I attended with my client LLOYD LINDROTH. Elvis said that he “kept that little guitar right up until he was about twenty years old still using that little one on stage all those years”… “Then I purchased a Martin Guitar”, he said. With the voice Elvis had, he really didn’t have to worry

much about how much he played guitar because this boy could sing... Elvis was brought to the attention of renowned promoter Col. Tom Parker in 1955 and right away Parker knew what he had. When we met in Nashville around 1983, he told me, “Elvis had that magic seldom found in any performer. His looks, his age and his energy is what impressed me and his voice was perfect for the times. During that year I was also managing Hank

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RONNIE TURSO

Snow who was really hot at the time and Eddy Arnold whose recordings were taking off like crazy. But Elvis had that magic I just knew would be special with the young females of the time and the newspapers were even panning Elvis for his onstage movements, calling him names and the more they panned him the more attention Elvis got from his audience. It spread like a wild fire.” Elvis’ career went up front from then on with Col. Tom Parker as his manager/promoter. Parker negotiated his RCA recording deal that really took off with hit after hit. Parker had Elvis in over

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LLOYD LINDROTH

JIM WEINBERG

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Incidents from 6/23/15 to 6/30/15 06/23/2015 00:42:29 28.330.b - CITY, POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA 0 block E 350 HWY

570.030A - STEALING/ OVER $500/ALL OTHER THEFTS (F) 7900 block RAYTOWN RD

06/25/2015 07:03:56 RECOV. PROP. - RECOVERED PROPERTY E 63 ST

06/23/2015 09:49:56 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 11900 block E 350 HWY

06/23/2015 21:00:05 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 9200 block VAUGHN AVE

06/25/2015 07:32:01 28.139.g - CITY, STEALING FM MOTOR VEHICLE 9200 block E 66 TR

06/23/2015 10:36:20 28.139.h - CITY, STEALING OF VEHICLE PARTS/ACC 10000 block E 350 HWY

06/24/2015 01:14:18 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 6900 block BLUE RIDGE BLVD

06/23/2015 11:00:14 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 11200 block E 71 ST 06/23/2015 11:04:04 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 8800 block E 85 ST 06/23/2015 13:25:41 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block E 350 HWY 06/23/2015 14:24:02 569.080C - TAMPERING 1ST AUTO/STOLEN LOCAL& RECOVER. 5700 block MANNING ST

06/24/2015 01:41:27 571.070 - POSSESSION OF HANDGUN BY FELON E 59 ST 06/24/2015 09:02:32 569.080B - TAMPERING 1ST/AUTO/STOLEN & RECOVERED LOCALLY 6200 block HUNTER AVE 06/24/2015 09:07:00 570.030 - STEALING/OVER $500/MOTOR VEHICLE PART ACC (F) 10200 block E 65 ST 06/24/2015 12:08:46 28.139 - CITY, STEALING/ FRAUD BY DECEIT PROPERTY OR SERVICE 8900 block E 67 ST

06/23/2015 15:49:39 569.170D - BURGLARY 2ND/FORCIBLE ENTRY/ RESIDENCE DAY (F) 8000 block SPRING VALLEY RD

06/24/2015 17:57:24 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 HWY

06/23/2015 16:29:11 SUICIDE ATT. - SUICIDE ATTEMPT 10300 block E 63 ST 06/23/2015 17:13:47 570.030A - STEALING/ OVER $500/ALL OTHER THEFTS (F) 8600 block W UTOPIA DR 06/23/2015 18:54:23

06/25/2015 04:07:04 42.426 - CITY, STOP LIGHTS/SIGNS AND YIELD SIGNS E 87 ST 06/25/2015 04:18:12 28.139.g - CITY, STEALING FM MOTOR VEHICLE 0 block E 66 TR

06/25/2015 10:18:34 28.139.g - CITY, STEALING FM MOTOR VEHICLE 8600 block GRANT DR 06/25/2015 10:27:20 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 7300 block WILLOW AVE 06/25/2015 12:37:36 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 6300 block RAYTOWN RD 06/25/2015 13:58:25 570.090 - FORGERY (F) 8900 block E 72 ST 06/25/2015 14:17:32 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 6000 block BLUE RIDGE BV 06/25/2015 17:17:01 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 7600 block RAYTOWN RD 06/25/2015 17:23:52 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 11900 block JESSICA LN 06/25/2015 17:42:09 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 9800 block E 61 ST 06/25/2015 18:46:23 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFOR-

MATION REPORT 9000 block E 87 ST 06/25/2015 19:05:26 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block E 350 HWY 06/25/2015 23:18:31 569.170F - BURGLARY 2ND/FORCIBLE ENTRY/ RESID. UNK. TIME (F) 9000 block E 85 TR 06/26/2015 00:10:11 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 5300 block BLUE RIDGE 06/26/2015 08:41:59 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 8200 block E 86 TER 06/26/2015 12:09:07 28.139.h - CITY, STEALING OF VEHICLE PARTS/ACC 8800 block E 81 ST 06/26/2015 14:20:58 569.030E - ROBBERY 2ND/ STRONGARM/MISCELLANEOUS (F) 8100 block E 87 ST 06/26/2015 15:59:38 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 9400 block E 350 HWY 06/26/2015 16:56:21 569.170D - BURGLARY 2ND/FORCIBLE ENTRY/ RESIDENCE DAY (F) 8600 block E 83 ST 06/26/2015 17:28:11 28.139 - CITY, STEALING/ FRAUD BY DECEIT PROPERTY OR SERVICE 8700 block E 63 ST 06/26/2015 18:03:27 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 11800 block E 83 ST 06/26/2015 18:36:57

28.142 - CITY, FRAUD USE OF CREDIT CARD 6700 block BLUE RIDGE BLVD 06/27/2015 08:00:09 569.170L - BURGLARY 2ND/NO FORCE/RESIDENCE NIGHT (F) 5300 block HARDY AVE 06/27/2015 11:39:09 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 8700 block E 63 ST 06/27/2015 19:56:47 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 9000 block E 350 HWY 06/28/2015 02:13:20 28.333.a - CITY, DWI-ALCOHOL E 61 ST 06/28/2015 09:47:38 569.170I - BURGLARY 2ND/NO FORCE/NON RESIDENCE NIGHT (F) 0 block E 63 ST 06/28/2015 10:01:46 28.139.g - CITY, STEALING FM MOTOR VEHICLE 5900 block STERLING AVE 06/28/2015 16:12:08 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 8800 block E 85 ST 06/28/2015 18:36:51 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 6500 block RAYTOWN RD 06/29/2015 09:32:08 565.060 - ASSAULT 2ND/ WITH FIREARM (F) 8300 block MAYWOOD AVE 06/29/2015 12:14:28 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 5300 block BLUE RIDGE

BLVD 06/29/2015 12:23:20 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 11800 block E 83 ST 06/29/2015 13:43:40 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 7400 block OVERTON AVE 06/29/2015 13:56:44 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 8800 block E 71 TER 06/29/2015 14:43:45 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 HWY 06/29/2015 14:50:34 28.139.h - CITY, STEALING OF VEHICLE PARTS/ACC 5800 block MAYWOOD AVE 06/29/2015 14:59:00 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 6600 block OXFORD AVE 06/29/2015 18:17:48 GEN INFO – NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 8400 block E 86 TER 06/29/2015 19:11:31 570.030M - FRAUD/ STEALING BY DECEIT/ OVER $500 (F) 10300 block 350 HWY 06/29/2015 20:27:33 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 7800 block VASSAR AVE 06/29/2015 22:09:01 RECOV. PROP. - RECOVERED PROPERTY 8500 block ELM ST

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Producer’s Corner continued from page 4 thirty movies which more than made Elvis a household word. Elvis didn’t like his parts in most cases, doing the same type of part and movie time after time, but they were all a tremendous success at the box-office. His income rose to levels so much higher than anyone in the business almost overnight. After his induction into the military on March 24, 1958, Elvis served his two years mostly in Germany. My brother lived in the same barracks along with Elvis and got to know him quite well. Sergeant Joseph Michaud being an

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expert marksman, even trained Elvis at times. Joe said many times to me that “Elvis was always the most pleasant person to everyone.” Joe said, “That Elvis had his own apartment near to the base because of his popularity and even had body guards protecting him.” To paraphrase Joe, “Elvis was about to leave for the states and there was a crowd of servicemen there to get his photograph and, as I approached Elvis, the body guards sort of told me to get away - until Elvis noticed me and told his body guards, “Joe is okay, let him take all the photos he wants”. And, that’s the kind of person Elvis was. Generous and thoughtful

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toward most everyone he ever met. There are many photos of my brother Joe and Elvis in the army together but my brother was always afraid to let go of them. I wanted to use one for this and may be able for next week. After his training at Fort Hood, Elvis joined the 3rd Armored Division in Friedberg, Germany, Joe Michaud attested to the fact that “Elvis bought every barracks a new television set, a new set of fatigues for each member of his division. They all saw Elvis as he wanted them to, ‘as an ordinary soldier’”. In 1958, Elvis’ mother Gladys passed away and

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he went on leave for the funeral devastated. On another leave, he went to Nashville where he cut five sides of music which later proved to be a hit for every one of them. Elvis also donated his entire Army pay to a charity. During his Army hiatus, RCA released many records including “Golden Hits” that made the top 40 play list and he had 10 top 40 selling records including “A Big Hunk ‘O’ Love”. Going into 1960 and 1961, Elvis’ sound tracks from his movies were always on top of the charts for many weeks at a time. The soundtrack from “Blue Hawaii” was number one on the charts for

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over twenty weeks and stayed on the charts for 80 weeks. The Soundtrack from “G.I. Blues” was on the charts for a long time and in February of 1961 Elvis staged shows in Memphis to raised money for over 23 charities. He did another benefit in Pearl Harbor on March 21 which was to be Elvis’ final performance until seven years later. RCA presented him with his first ever 75 million record sales plaque. Next week, we’ll wind up this series with Elvis tremendous comeback, his purchase of The Lisa Marie Jet, marriage to Priscilla after a seven year courtship and finally to his untimely death. Un-

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til then, as always, stay happy. George Michaud was a talent agent/manager in Burbank, California for nearly four decades with his own talent agency, GMA. Michaud booked hundreds of actresses and actors/ musicians, major concerts around the world and has been responsible for launching the careers of many notable names in television, motion pictures and on the Broadway stage. Michaud currently is semi-retired, still has a hand in show biz projects from New York to Las Vegas as consultant to entertainment venues and new talents as well as seasoned professionals.

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Raytown Community Calendar EVENTS Raytown Farmers Market Thursdays @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm Saturdays @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Farmers Market, 6210 Raytown Road Buy from local producers of healthy, natural produce! Cash, debit, credit and SNAP accepted. Entertainment and demonstrations. Visit RaytownFarmersMarket.com for events The Friendly Club Pot Luck Luncheon July 1, 2015 @ 12:00 p.m. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, 8812 East GregoryBring your favorite 4th of July dish to share! Raytown Radio Ham’s Public Demo of Emergency Communications June 27-28, 2015 Raytown City Hall, 10000 E 59th St. (behind city hall) The public is invited to come see Raytown Radio Hams demonstrate how they can be the first to provide rescuers with critical information and communications during disasters for everything from the American Red Cross to FEMA and even for the International Space Station. Learn about ham radio’s new capabilities and learn how you can get on the air and get a FCC radio license before the next disaster strikes. Raytown Chamber – Rotary Club Golf Tournament July 17 RESCHEDULED from May 29 11:00 a.m. Registration, lunch, putting contest, silent auction 1:00 p.m. Shot gun start – 4 person scramble – multiple flights

Fr. Robert M. Cameron Fr. Robert M. Cameron, 85, passed away June 26, 2015, at Kansas City Hospice House. Robert was born December 1, 1929, in New York, NY, to John and Jean Cameron and was raised in the Bronx. He attended Sacred Heart Elementary School in Bronx, NY, then went on to secondary school at Seminary of Our Lady in Hubertus, WI. He was a graduate of Fordham University and studied for the priesthood in Dubuque, IA, at Mount Saint Bernard Seminary. He did his post grad studies at The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. Robert was ordained in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Kansas City on March 14, 1959. He served as an Assistant priest at St. Catherine Parish and St. Patrick Parish, Kansas City; St. Columban Parish, Chillicothe; St. Thomas More Parish, Kansas City; St. Mary Parish, Independence; as a resident priest at St. Mark Parish, Independence, and St. Ann Parish, Independence; Guardian Angels Parish, Kansas City; and Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Raytown. He also administrated and then was named Pastor of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Independence. Robert taught at St. Pius X High School; served as chaplain at Avila College; and principal at St. Mary High School, Independence. Diocesan offices served included Assistant Superintendent of Schools and (Assistant) Comptroller; Treasurer; Vicar for Education and Youth; Diocesan Director of Catholic Cemeteries as well as holding terms as President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Secretary for the National Catholic Cemetery Conference; and remained Diocesan Director of the Society of the Propagation of the Faith until his death. Survivors include his nephews, Edward Corcoran, Michael Corcoran, John

Raytown Arts Council Presents Brigadoon July 17-18, 2015 @ 7:30 pm July 19, 2015 @ 2:00 pm RAYTOWN HIGH SCHOOL, Robert B. Atkin Performing Arts Center, 6019 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO 64133 Tickets will go on sale June 22, 2015 at the Raytown HyVee, 9400 E 350 Hwy. Call 816-358-9940 or visit http:// raytownarts.com/ Ticket prices are: $8 in advance and $10 at the door. RSHS Class of 75’s 40year Class Reunion July 17 & 18, 2015 RSHS Class of 75’s 40year class reunion is fast approaching. Mark your calendars and email the committee at rshs1975@ gmail.com to get information. Spread the word to other classmates. 2nd Annual Ride for R.E.A.P. July 18, 2015 Join Fun House Pizza for the 2nd Annual Benefit Motorcycle Ride for the Raytown Emergency Assistance Program (R.E.A.P.). The 100 mile ride starts at Blue Springs Harley Davidson and ends at Fun House Pizza. This is a benefit ride and registration fee is tax deductible. Visit www. funhousepizza.com to download the brochure and waiver.

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Dick Smith Ford Presents the 4th Annual Raytown Arts & Music Festival August 29, 2015 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm C. Lee Kenagy Park, 9609 E 79th St Raytown Parks is proud to host this year’s festival is sponsored by Dick Smith Ford, Fun House Pizza, Raytown-Brooking Eagle, City of Raytown and Raytown Parks & Recreation. Featured band is Brewer & Shipley with more bands to come. Artists around the main walking trail. Food trucks and adult beverages provided by Fun House. For information, contact the Raytown Parks at 358-4100.

Raytown Artists Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 6:00 pm St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene Gymnasium, 8500 E 80th Terr. All artists (over 18) welcome.

ORGANIZATION MEETINGS Candlelight Quilters of Raytown Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00-9:00 pm Show-Me Quilting, 6221 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Raytown Plaza Open to all quilters. Call 816-353-9366 for more information

Raytown Garden Club Monthly: First Tuesdays at 10:00 am (Feb.-Nov.) Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd. Visitors welcome

KIWANIS Club of Raytown Three Trails http://moark4.com/raytown/ For meeting dates and location, call 816-737-9955 Marguerite McNair DAR Chapter http://www.mssdar.org/ mmcnair Monthly:Second Monday at 6:30 pm (Sept.–June)

Health Fair August 8, 2015; 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m The Point at Graceway, 5600 Blue Ridge CutoffThis event will include some health screenings with educational information about various health areas along with community booths that have a product or service

Raytown Amateur Radio Club http://k0gq.com Monthly: Fourth Thursday at 7:30 pm Community of Christ, 6231

Obituaries

Corcoran; nieces, Elina Cameron, Elizabeth Cameron, Jennifer Cameron; great nephew, Jonathan Cameron. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Richard, Ronald and Mary Regina. Visitation was held June 29, with the Evening Office of the Dead recited in the evening at St. Patrick Church, Kansas City, MO. The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated June 30, at St. Patrick Church, burial followed at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City. Alice (Walton) Gamber Alice (Walton) Gamber Raytown passed June 24, 2015. Visitation and service wqas held June 27 at Floral Hills Funeral Home and Cemetery.

Janet Nadine (Hill) Neal Lee Janet Nadine (Hill) Neal Lee, age 79, a resident of Raytown, Missouri, entered her Savior’s arms peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2015, in the presence of her loving family. Janet was born the daughter of Harry Forrest and Mildred Fennelle (Dietrich) Hill on May 28, 1936, in Chillicothe, Missouri. She was a 1953 graduate of Chillicothe High School. Janet was united in marriage to Leslie Gene Neal. To this union two children were born. She was then united in marriage to Kenneth Lee on September 3, 2004, in Independence, Missouri. He preceded her in death on February 21, 2007. Janet worked for Lambert Glove Factory and then at Citizens National Bank as a teller, key punch operator, and computer programmer. She also was the first statistical programmer for the Kansas City Royals through the bank. She then went to work as a private computer programmer and was hired with the Federal Aviation Administration in Kansas City, Missouri, retiring in 2005. Janet lived in Chillicothe, Mis-

souri; the states of California and Nebraska; Chula, Missouri; and then Claycomo, Missouri, before moving to Raytown, Missouri. She was a past member of the First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Missouri and Sterling Acres Baptist Church, Independence, Missouri before joining Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church, Raytown, Missouri. She was also a member of the Southwood Garden Club and Lower Extremity Amputees Providing Support (LEAPS), where she served as an officer in both. Janet was a Life Master Bridge player and enjoyed league bowling, gardening, reading murder mysteries, playing Mexican Train dominoes, and 4th of July fireworks. Survivors include two sons, William Edward Neal of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Bobby Joe Neal and wife Christi of Raytown, Missouri; stepchildren, James Lee and wife Jenny of Ada, Oklahoma and Peggy McClain of Cypress, California; siblings, Nancy Bryant of Azua, California; Robert Hill and wife Sarah of Portland, Oregon; Susan Hill of Bella Vista, Arkansas; Carol Luckey and husband Robert of Augusta, Missouri; and Linda Blankenship of Garland, Texas; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth; and two brothers, Harry Hill, Jr. and John Hill. Funeral services

Raytown Chamber of Commerce http://raytownchamber.com/ 5909 Raytown Trafficway (816) 353-8500 Raytown Democratic Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00pm Come early (at 6:00 pm) to dine and make new friends! Las Chili’s, 6210 Raytown Trfwy

Raytown Historical Society http://raytownhistoricalsociety.org Monthly: First Monday at 10:00 am Raytown Historical Museum, 9705 E. 63rd Street. Raytown New Day AL-Non Weekly: Wednesdays at 10:00 am Blue Ridge Trinity Lutheran Church, 5757 Blue Ridge Blvd. Enter at the back door. Everyone welcome! (816) 353-5446 RAYTOWN TOPS - Chapter #0255 Weekly: Tuesdays at 9:00 am-10:45 am Loma Vista Baptist Church, 8622 Blue Ridge Blvd. All are welcome to TOPS, Take were held at the Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church, 6429 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, Missouri 64133, on Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. A scheduled family visitation was held at the Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church, Raytown, Missouri, on Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. Burial was held at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Chillicothe, Missouri, on Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at 3:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association and/or the Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund and may be left at or mailed to either Lindley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Missouri 64601, or Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church. Online condolences may be made at www.lindleyfuneralhomes. com. Sharon Elizabeth McIntosh Sharon Elizabeth McIntosh, a young 72, of Raytown, MO lost to cancer on June 24, 2015, after a four year battle. She passed a short three months after her big brother Kenneth. Born 1943 in Mobile, AL to Robert and Mary Irene Williamson, she served in the U.S. Air Force in Italy and the U.S., and later created several employment related services. Sharon’s children include Brian Mehnert, Brenda Bolanos- Ivory, and Melissa England and she is grandmother to Lauren, Lindsey, Brandon, Veronica and Justin. Notable was Sharon’s empathy for others’ pain, and she usually knew which herbal health remedy to suggest or would find the answer. She was the beloved wife and best friend to Michael McIntosh

Off Pounds Sensibly. For more information, call Betty at 816-356-6788 or Faye at 816-358-4350 Raytown Women of Today Monthly: Third Monday at 7:00 pm http://raytownwot.wix.com/ raytownwomenoftoday Club Room at Raytown HyVee, 9400 E. 350 Hwy. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Monthly: Second Tuesday at 7:00 pm Post 4242 Raytown Memorial Post, 6419 Railroad St. (816) 358-8843 CITY MEETING SCHEDULE Board of Alderman Monthly: First and Third Tuesday at 7:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. http://www.raytown.mo.us Board of Education Monthly: Second Monday at 6:30 pm 6608 Raytown Road http:// RaytownSchools.org Board of Zoning Adjustment Commission Monthly: Second Thursday at 7:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Council on Aging Committee Monthly: Third Thursday at 4:15 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Fire Protection District Monthly: Second and Fourth Tuesday at 9:00 am City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. http://www.raytownfire.com Human Relations Commission Monthly: Third Thursday at 6:00 pm for almost 22 years. A celebration of life was held June 28 at the home of Brian and Jennifer Mehnert. Nelson Otto Miller Nelson (Nels) O. Miller, 83 of Raytown, Missouri, died June 25th at the Missouri Veteran’s Home in Warrensburg. He was born on June 14, 1932 in Queens Long Island, New York to Nelson Irvine and Else Miller. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict including one and one half years in Japan with the First Calvary Helicopter Division. Nels spent 32 years as a Flight Engineer with TWA. Nels Miller’s survivors include his wife of 60 years, Phyllis, 4 sons: Phillip, Steve and wife Andrea, Greg and wife Lisa, David and wife Ruth, 3 grandchildren: Grace Miller, August Miller, and Ashley Wisdom, and one great grandson: Keagan Wisdom. On Thursday, July 2, a Fellowship Gathering took place at Blue Ridge Methodist Church (51st and Blue Ridge Blvd) with Memorial Services that followed at 12:30 PM and Internment at the Missouri Veteran’s Cemetery at Higginsville, Missouri at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Missouri Veteram’s Home, 1300 Veteran’s Road, Warrensburg, Missouri or charity of your choice. Doris Maxine Collins-Moore Doris Maxine CollinsMoore February 2, 1925 - June 25, 2015,90, Harrisonville, MO, formerly of Grandview, MO, died Thursday, June 25, 2015, at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville. Funeral services were held June 29, at the Grandview

City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Parks Board Monthly: Third Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m. Raytown Parks Office, 5912 Lane Ave. http://raytownparks.com Planning & Zoning Commission Monthly: First Thursday at 7:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Tree Board Monthly: 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 pm (Sept.-May) Raytown Parks Office, 5912 Lane Ave http://raytowntreeboard.org Check the City website for scheduling adjustments due to holidays, etc. Many committees, boards and commissions meet on an as needed basis. The meetings of the following Boards and Task Forces are infrequent but will be posted on the City’s Events Calendar when convened. Building Code of Appeals Board of Equalization Community Health Advisory Committee Economic Development Advisory Committee Elected Officials Compensation Committee Industrial Development Authority Property Maintenance Board Raytown Community Foundation (Goes through Truman Heartland) Raytown Safe Routes to Schools Add your own event by registering for Events Calendar access at www.RaytownEagle. com or email Events@ RaytownEagle.com United Methodist Church in Grandview. Visitation was held June 28, at the Grandview United Methodist Church in Grandview. Memorial contributions may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or the Spofford Home in Kansas City, MO. Doris was born February 2, 1925, in Transfer, PA the daughter of William A. and Florence M. (Durst) Cadman. She grew up in Greenville, PA. She was united in marriage to Donald F. Collins in 1943 in North Carolina. They moved to Centralia, MO, in 1959 and to Grandview in 1964. Don died in 1990. In Centralia she was very active in her children’s Cub Scout and Girl Scouts. Doris was also active in the Grandview United Methodist Church and was District President of the United Methodist Women (UMW) and Co-Director of the UNDC youth tours. Doris was united in marriage to George Moore in 1996 in Grandview. They moved to Harrisonville in 2005. The center of her life was her family - making every child, grandchild, and great grandchild feel like they were her favorite. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Don, two sisters, Alice and Marjorie, and one brother, Robert. She is survived by husband, George Moore, of the home; two sons, Donald F. Collins, Jr. (Vickie) Centralia, MO, and Dana W. C. Collins (Marcia), Raytown, MO; two daughters, D. Diane McDaniel (Asher), Roach, MO; and Darla C. Faler (Michael), Berryton, KS; three step-daughters, Patty Ralston (Greg), Colorado Springs,

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Survive & Thrive Car Raytown Garden Club Show And Family Picnic July Meeting The Raytown Garden Club will meet on Tuesday, July 7, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. at Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Boulevard. The program will be “Learning to Create Flower

Show Designs” presented by Jeanette Bartles, Master Judge and Master Gardener. Visitors are always welcome. Please call 816-257-0049 for more information.

Survive and Thrive will be sponsoring and Car Show and Family Picnic on July 11, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lane Avenue Baptist Church, 9003 E. 87

Street. The event is free to the public and all are welcome. Survive & Thrive is a parent ministry of Lane Avenue Baptist Church. Contact 816-7267133 with questions.

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Dazzle Guests With A July 4th Feast Celebrate warm weather, abundant outdoor activities and all the fun of July Fourth with a flavorful and festive gathering. Independence Day only comes once a year, so make it count and invite your favorite guests over for a memorable event. You’ll go out with a bang when you serve up these palate-pleasing dishes at your patriotic party.

Patriotic and Perfectly Sweet

This July Fourth, serve watermelon. This yummy fruit boasts sweetness and nutrition at a great value. Loaded with vitamins A, B6 and C, as well as antioxidants and heart-healthy amino acids, it’s a welcome addition to your summer spread. For more recipes, visit www.watermelon.org.

Red, White and Blue Watermelon Cake Ingredients:

• 1 seedless watermelon • 1 cup low or no fat natural vanilla flavored yogurt • 1 cup sliced almonds • 1 cup blueberries

Red, White and Blue Watermelon Cake

• 1 cup sliced strawberries Preparation: 1. Place watermelon on side on cutting board. 2. Cut 3–5 inches off each end to create large center slice between 3–5 inches in depth. Trim off outer rind. 3. Cut watermelon slice into 6–8 pie-shaped wedges. Blot edges with paper towels to absorb excess moisture. 4. Dip the back (curved) side of each slice in yogurt and then almonds, re-assembling pieces on serving platter as each piece is completed. 5. When finished, it will look like piecrust of almonds around watermelon slices. Frost top of reassembled watermelon with remaining

Bison Burger with Blue Cheese

yogurt and decorate top with berries. Serve cold. Servings: 6–8

Fresh Off the Grill

“For a red-white-and-blue burger that tastes as good as it looks, I use ground bison on a brioche bun, topped with Castello Burger Blue Cheese,” says celebrity chef Michael Symon. For more recipes, visit castellocheeseusa.com.

Bison Burger with Blue Cheese

Ingredients: • Kosher Salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 pound ground bison,

Star-Spangled Dessert

loosely packed into burger patties • 4 slices Castello Burger Blue cheese • 4 brioche-style soft hamburger buns, toasted • 1 small red onion, very thinly sliced into rings • 1 cup arugula Preparation: 1. Heat your grill to medium-high heat. 2. Season burgers with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides. Drizzle with olive oil, then place on grill. 3. Cook 3 minutes, then flip. 4. Add slices of blue cheese (1 slice per burger), and let cook another 1–2 minutes. Remove burgers from grill and place patties on

toasted buns. 5. Top each burger with slice of red onion and 1/4 of arugula. 6. Serve. Servings: 4

Star-Spangled Dessert

Add color and crunch to your cones with a dip in red, white or blue melted Candy Melts candy and a variety of patriotic sprinkles. The Cone Cakes baking rack holds the cones for drying and serving. For more recipes, visit www. wilton.com.

Dipped Ice Cream Cones

Ingredients: • 1 bag (12 ounces) Bright White Candy Melts Candy • Sugar ice cream cones

• Jimmies 6-Mix Sprinkle Assortment • Rainbow Jimmies Preparation: 1. Melt candy in microwave safe bowl. Dip cones about 1 inch deep around opening of cone. Cut small hole in tip of bag and drizzle melted candy 1 inch deep around opening of cone. Tap cone lightly to smooth, and sprinkle with jimmies. Position cone in cone rack. Let chill, about 10–15 minutes. 2. Add ice cream scoops at party and serve in cone rack. Servings: 12 ice cream cones

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Denny’s Restaurant Is A New Place, New Menu And The Food Is Up To Par, Service Is Superb By George Michaud The Denny’s at 8810 E. 350 Highway in Raytown is a new place even though it’s the same building, same location. It’s had a facelift. The menu is new, refreshing and priced right. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that before this new facelift and new management, we couldn’t ever tell for certain if it was open after 11:00 p.m., regardless of what the sign said out front. Their hours are 24 hours a day, seven days a week and they mean it. On this particular early morning visit, we were greeted at the door with a smile from the lovely Crystal Matfield, a Raytown resident who waited on our table of three. She took the entire order without writing down a thing and got everything correct. When a waitress does that, the first thing I think is oh, oh, she’s sure to forget a number of things but not the case with Crystal. She got every detail correct and gave us extra attention and service with a smile. The ambiance of Denny’s is about the same but it’s cleaner and well organized. Of course, this Raytown location has a smoking area. The non-smoking area is well

separated from the smoking area so there is no integration of the smoke getting in that area. The silverware came out nice and shiny-clean as it should and fast. We had our entire order within 10 to 15 minutes without a flaw. On this early morning shift, the regular cook did not show up. The manager by the name of Lemore F. is also a resident of Raytown who took over the duties in the kitchen right away and did a bang-up job of fixing all the breakfasts for our table and others in the restaurant. Lemore knows her business and was right on the money with the way things were cooked and laid out on each plate to look appealing. Something I was not used to at the old Denny’s at this location. Our table ordered a large chocolate milk at $2.65, a hot chocolate for $2.09. Water for the third party. The Philly Cheese Steak Omelette for $9.29 came our sizzling hot and was cooked perfect and the flavor was right on the money. My Ultimate Omelet at $9.29 was perfect, as ordered with plenty of mushrooms, and the hashed brown potatoes are excellent. I ordered them extra brown with butter on them. The third person ordered biscuits

extra tip for Crystal because she was so attentive. You are sure to get great service and good food here. Next time you want breakfast out early in the morning, give the 24hour New Denny’s a try. You

won’t be sorry. George Michaud has written reviews for many publications, mainly on the West Coast for theater, live music and was a restaurant critic.

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Crystal serves my Ultimate Omelette and gravy at $4.00 which came with plenty of white gravy. I gave them the extra sausage from my Ultimate Omelette because I don’t care for sausage but they sure did. As a final touch, we ordered Pancake Puppies and they give you ten in strawberry or plain for $2.98. The strawberry ones come with icing which tastes similar to

that used for cinnamon rolls but a bit different and perfect for this appetizer or dessert. Reminds you of donut holes but with flavor. When all was tallied up, the total of the check was only $33.30 with tax of $2.74 added for a grand total of $36.04. The portions were so large that we took home half of our meals. We left an

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Jackie And The Beanstalk

RO F THE W E E K apprenticing with Cosmos, Shasta daisies, Bee and along highways and in-

After URBAVORE of Kansas City, Jackie started her 2000 square foot urban garden that is completely organic. This is her first year of production

Balm, Scabiosa and Dahlias. She choose to grow amaranth, not for the table but because of its vibrant deep red color. Jackie’s husband

terstates. Food production and vacant land can pair up to provide for residents of every place in this country. Responsible land use can be addressed through local food production without Tax Increment Financing and city planning meetings if we invite city residents to participate in their own food economy. “I have 5 acres near Blue Parkway and I-435 which I hope to renew so food production is one with the landscape. I am a former art teacher. Repurposing items that others find unappealing and useless is my niche. I still like to teach and engage with others about food production and eating good food in creative ways. Here’s my recipe:

Jackie and half her urban garden in background and she is marketing her produce at farmer’s markets in Waldo and Raytown. Her pole beans, Amish Paste and Black from Tula heirloom tomatoes, Swiss chard, beets, onions, eggplant, fennel, watermelon and squash will be coming on soon. She is experimenting with a small crop of Green Maize corn grown for corn meal and also popcorn plants for fun. Jackie has flowers growing among her vegetables garden like

works for Cultivate Kansas City, a non-profit organization working to grow food, farms and communities for a healthy local food system here in the Kansas City area. Here is Jackie’s take on why she is doing what she does: “I have been pondering issues of food production and ethical food sourcing for many years and have noticed the abundance of land, unused or abandoned, in neighborhoods, city squares,

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Pick a root vegetable, especially one you don’t like to eat or know how to prepare: beets, carrots, parsnips, rutabagas or turnips.

Remove skins that are too fibrous to eat by peeling. Cut beets into 1/4” slices, carrots into long quarters, or fennel into 1/4” cross sections. Slice your vegetables for faster cooking. Put them in a bowl and cover with olive oil, bacon fat, coconut oil, or butter. Bacon fat and butter will have to be melted. Avoid “I can’t believe it’s not butter” products for surely it isn’t. Mix all together with salad utensils or your hands. Add salt and pepper, cayenne, garlic powder, whatever spices strike your fancy. Lay out on a jelly-roll pan in a single layer. Cook in the oven at 375 degrees until fork tender. If you don’t want to heat up the oven, steam or parboil the more fibrous veggies for 8-10 minutes on the stove until partially softened. Drain well, add oil, butter or fat and mix in any spices. Cook on the grill in a veggie tray or skewer until tender. Eat hot, at room temperature or toss in a salad tomorrow with whatever else in

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CO, Karen Moore and Sharon Salmons, both of Columbia, MO; 16 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

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Cyndi (Crocker) Scott Cyndi (Crocker) Scott passed away June 23, 2015, one week following her 61st birthday. Cyndi was born June 16, 1954, in Tulsa, OK to Earl and Ruby Crocker. She was an only child and the apple of their eyes. Cyndi was raised in Raytown, MO, where she graduated from RSHS in 1972. She had two childhood friends, whom she was still extremely close with. Cyndi, Linda (Armbruster) Lanning and Sandy (Cunningham) Hummel were all partners in crime, pulling shenanigans and skipping class (especially cooking). In 1974 her pride and joy, Melissa was born. Melissa was her everything and they had a bond like no other. Cyndi was always proud and spent hours talking about her and sharing stories of trips to Las Vegas and

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time spent together. In 1997 she married the love of her life, Dale Scott. This was one of the happiest days of her life. They shared many great times together. They used to spend time at the Lake of the Ozarks, boating and played pool on the same team. They traveled to different NASCAR events throughout the years and in 2011 they went on their first cruise to Alaska. This was the trip of a lifetime for them both. The love between them was unprecedented. Cyndi worked for 25 years at St. Joseph Hospital/Carondelet Medical Center. She loved her job and the folks she worked with. Cyndi never met a

Jackie and her Cosmos flowers your fridge is well suited to pair with your roasted veg-

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stranger. She retired in July 2014. Cyndi was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Ruby Crocker and is survived by her loving husband, Dale Scott (of the home), daughter, Melissa Johanning (Las Vegas), step-daughter, Debbie Sissel, step-daughter and son-in-law, Bridgett and Stuart Goldstein and two grandsons she totally adored, Spencer and Dylan Goldstein. She leaves behind countless family and friends that will miss her greatly. A Memorial service gathering took place on June 27, at the Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, Raytown, MO.

Etha Mae Young Etha Mae Young, 87, formerly of Raytown, passed away on June 24, 2015. Etha was born on April 11, 1928, in Henley, MO. She was a longtime member of Spring Valley Baptist Church. Etha was a talented seamstress and worked many years for Cloth World. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest, in 2007. Etha is survived by a daughter, Mary A. Young, Raytown, MO, and two brothers, James Belshe, Eldon, MO, and Joe Belshe, Overland, MO. A family memorial service will be held at a later date.

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