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Main Street Association auction raises $10k, fundraising continues By Kris Collins The Raytown Main Street Association raised $10,000 this past weekend with its Let Our Light Shine fundraising auction. The money will go toward purchasing new commercial lighting and holiday decorations for the organization’s Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony. The fundraising goal was $20,000, but Sue Frank, event chair for the auction, said the organization will continue its efforts. “We had a great event Friday night at the sneak-peek auction,” Frank said. “I think everyone had a good dinner and a good time, got to visit and whatnot. We didn’t have the turnout at all we had hoped for at the auction, but all things considered, to raise $10,000 on our first big fundraising effort, I’m real pleased with that.” She estimated the crowd at the auction to be around 50. The main street association was hoping for 300. The organization may likely hold future and similar fundraising events to get nearer to the $20,000 goal. “We still have a lot of things that are available for a sale, so we’re going to meet as a board and decide how best to go about that,” Frank said. “What were considering doing is having an estate sale or auction.” She said notices of future events will be posted on the main street association’s website, http://raytownmainstreet.org, once those decisions are made. “I still think $20,000, whether we have another auction or have an estate sale, I think that goal is very achievable,” she said. “We still want to collect donations and get our space filled up there again if people have items they are continuing to clean out or would like to donate.” Frank said she was overwhelmed by the support of the community in the quality and quantity of donations. She said thinks the improvements on 63rd Street as part of the Downtown Streetscape project are also getting people excited about the lighting ceremony, planned for Dec. 2 this year. “Everybody is just abuzz about the streetscape and how nice it
Photo by Kris Collins Sue Frank, event chair for the Raytown Main Street Association’s Let Our Light Shine fundraiser, said the recent improvements on 63rd Street as part of the Downtown Streetscape Project in Raytown are a boon to the organization’s fundraising efforts for new holiday lighting and decorations for the annual lighting ceremony.
looks,” Frank said. “I think it helped our cause as well for raising money for the Christmas lighting. I think it suddenly becomes more tangible, people can start to envision the lights on the trees and on the polls and the pillars there on the corners … I think it’s going to be fabulous. I’m very encouraged about it.” Though the fundraising target hasn’t yet been hit, Frank said
there will be an improvement to the lighting ceremony this year. The variable is to what extent. “If we don’t meet that [$20,000] then we don’t meet that, but at this point in the game there is definitely going to be holiday lights downtown, it’s just whether it’s as grand and glorious as we’d like it to be. “The ultimate goal was make Raytown a regional destination for people that love holiday lighting.
There would be word in the metro: ‘Hey have you been to downtown Raytown?’ And that, of course, is what we’d like to see.” Updates on future fundraising events may also be found at the main street association’s Facebook page. The Let Our Light Shine Go Fund Me account may be found at https://www.gofundme.com/raytownlight. Donation information is available by calling 816-353-4400.
AG closes file on Raytown aldermen Sunshine complaint, avows to keep eye on board By Kris Collins Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster, in a letter to the Raytown Board of Aldermen dated July 6, said his office is closing the file on a Sunshine Law complaint it received in March in connection with meetings some board members had with Raytown Fire Protections District officials on the status of the Raytown Live Tax Increment Finance District. Though the file is closed, Koster noted at the end of his letter that his office “will continue to observe the actions of the Raytown Board of Aldermen with interest; and will carefully evaluate the causes of any future complaints.” Alderwomen Karen Black and Janet Emerson, Aldermen Josh Greene, Jason Greene, Steve Meyers, Mark Moore, and Eric Teeman met with Fire Chief Matt Mace and Deputy Chief Mike Hunley in February to review TIF information. In March, Koster’s office re-
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ceived a complaint that no notice or agenda was posted for the two meetings held on Feb. 15. Joe Willerth, the city’s attorney, told Koster’s office in a letter that there was no discussion and no public policy was formed during the meeting. Koster disagrees. He states in the letter that after reviewing email communication between the board
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members about the meetings that “it is not unreasonable to conclude that the members discussed public business at that time.” Furthermore, Koster stated the fire district posted all of the information presented during the meetings on its blogspot, which he rates as an indication the district believed the information to be of public interest. Hunley said the fire district first reached out to Jason Greene, as the board’s liaison to the fire board, and he organized the meetings, though he did not attend either of the meetings on Feb. 15. The meetings were strictly informational, he added. “Our perspective is that public agencies sharing agencies with each other is what should be happening and public entities shouldn’t be avoiding communication with each other,” Hunley said. Greene says he stands by his decision to organize the meetings, noting he was not as familiar with the information as Mace and Hun-
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ley and could not have explained the information to the other board members. “We have to address the problems,” Greene said. “This is a job about community service. Our job is trying to create dialogue and communicate with fire to address these issues. We didn’t want to do anything to hurt the community, we’re trying to better the community. This was all blown out of hand.” When asked why the meetings needed to be held immediately without public notice or any agenda posted the statutorily required 24 hours before the meeting, he said he wanted to act quickly to address a serious issue. In response to the complaint or any suggestion of wrongdoing or impropriety, Greene said Mayor Mike McDonough posted a public statement about the fire district’s TIF concerns on the city’s website. “For anyone to say there is some sort of cover up is completely erroneous,” Greene said.
Movies in the Park, July 15: ‘Lego Movie’
The July 15 installment of the Raytown Parks and Recreation Department’s Movies in the Park will be “Lego Movie.” The free showing will begin at dusk at C. Lee Kenagy Park, located at 79th Street and Raytown Road. The parks department requests attendees bring lawn chairs or blankets for the event. More information on Movies in the Park is available at the Raytown Parks and Recreation Department Office at 816-358-4100.
‘Field to Fork’ cooking lesson Aug. 16 The Missouri Department of Conservation is offering cooking tips and recipes for fish as part of it free program series Field to Fork. Registration opens July 19 for the mid-August course on cooking catfish and rough fish. Some sport fish favorites will be on the menu such as flathead catfish, channel catfish and blue catfish. But chefs will also tackle oft-ignored fish, sometimes called rough fish, such as gar, carp, buffalo, Asian carp and drum. “These fish may not be beautiful, but they can be delicious,” said James Worley, an MDC education specialist and food expert who organizes the series. Chef Brett Atkinson, of Wilma’s Real Good Food, and Chef Carlos Falcon, of Jaroscho Pescados y Maricos, will handle the cooking duties and share recipes and cooking tips. The course runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug 16 at the Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center, located at 4750 Troost Ave. in Kansas City. Registration is required with a $20 deposit for a spot in the class. Registration may be completed by calling 816-759-7300. Deposits will be returned to attendees or they may choose to donate it to the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation. Registration for the following Field to Fork session will begin after each class: • Sept. 20: pan fish and squirrel. • Oct. 18: Canada goose and wild turkey • Nov. 15: deer, • Dec. 20: waterfowl
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A Harrisonville fisherman is the state’s most recent record-breaker in what has been a year of big catches on Missouri water. Using a trotline, Austin Campbell caught a 2-pound1-ounce white crappie measuring 15.5 inches long. The catch broke the previous record by 6 ounces. Campbell is the 12th angler to break a state record in 2016. “Once my buddy and I pulled the fish up into the boat, we were in shock,” Campbell said. “We couldn’t believe we caught a nice size crappie. We both thought it was very rare to catch a fish like that on a trotline.” He was using bluegill for bait to try to catch catfish and instead he caught the record white crappie. Campbell said he plans on having the fish mounted. Missouri state-record fish are recognized in two categories: pole-and-line and alternative methods. Alternative methods include: throwlines, trotlines, limb lines, bank lines, jug lines, spearfishing, snagging, snaring, gigging, grabbing, archery, and atlatl. More information on fishing state records is available at http://huntfish.mdc. mo.gov/fishing.
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Four high school students from the Raytown C-2 School District were among the state’s best and brightest during the Missouri Scholars Academy June 12 – July 2 at the University of Missouri. Frederick Farrand, Dylan Finch and Dawson Schmutzler, of Raytown High School, and Alexis Jefferson, of Raytown South High School, attended the academy. Students spent their time at Mizzou in intensive classroom settings, studying one of four individually selected subjects: mathematics, science, social studies and humanities. “All of the activities at the academy are designed
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KC Scout ramp meters to resume service after server crash
During the month of July, motorists will notice many of the KC Scout ramp meters will resume service following a service crash this spring. In March, the server that supports all of the KC metro ramp meters failed catastrophically, causing all ramp meters to turn off. After months of rebuilding, testing, fine tuning and further testing, KC Scout is slowly turning them back on. The ramp meters will come into service in the following order: • 135th Street at U.S. 69 (2 locations) • Eastbound Interstate 435 from Stateline Road to the east • Eastbound I-435 from Metcalf Avenue to Stateline Road
• Westbound I-435 from Stateline Road to Metcalf Avenue • Westbound I-435 from Holmes to Stateline Road If ramp meters run successfully, KC Scout will complete turning them on by mid-August 2016. KC Scout is Kansas City’s bi-state traffic management system, designed to lessen traffic jams by improving rush-hour speeds, increasing safety by decreasing the number of rush-hour accidents and improving emergency response to traffic situations by clearing incidents quickly and safely. Scout manages traffic on more than 300 miles of continuous freeways in the greater Kansas City Metropolitan Area.
MDC to host free summer camp in KC The staff at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center is firing up a campfire, games and crafts for a free Summer in the City event from 6 to 9 p.m. July 29. All are welcome to attend. This event gives families a chance to go to “camp” for an evening in the heart of Kansas City. For camp night, Discovery Center will include activities such as archery, fire starting, fishing rod casting game, nature art, and camp games. Visitors may also enjoy walks in the outdoor garden. Popcorn will be served
KCATA makes service expansions The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority is expanding late-night bus service, connecting to key employment centers and entertainment venues in Kansas City. As of July 8, the new later service on Friday and Saturday nights will be available on Troost MAX and 47-Broadway. The service will be extended until 2 a.m., giving riders a few extra round trips each day. “Our new service will help people get to work at odd hours when transportation can be hard to find. Plus, it will provide new ways of reaching entertainment hot spots at convenient times without the hassle of driving,” said Robbie Makinen, chief executive officer and president of the KCATA. “This is just another example of how the KCATA is leading the way in finding new and innovative ways to make transit seamless and easy to use in the greater Kansas City region.” The Main Street MAX also added Friday and Saturday late night service in May. The Troost MAX will now start its last trip from downtown at 1:42 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. The last trip to downtown will begin from 75th & Troost just before 1:30 a.m. on Fridays, and just before 1 a.m. on Saturdays.
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The Jackson County Legislature approved the following items on the consent agenda during its regular meeting July 11: • Item 4859, an ordinance appropriating $23,341 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2016 general fund and $56,565 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2016 special road and bridge fund for additional work and upgrades within the renovated Eastern Jackson County Courthouse. • Item 4861, an ordinance appropriating $58,431 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2016 grant fund in acceptance of a grant received from the United States Executive Office of the President’s Midwest High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Investigative Support Center Initiative for use by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, and authorizing the county executive to execute a memorandum of understanding with the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, the grant’s fiscal agent.
• Item 19199, a resolution authorizing the county executive to execute a cooperative agreement with the Fort Osage School District for one deputy to serve as the school resource officer at Fort Osage High School for a fee of $99,054.64 payable to the county. The following items were introduced to the legislature and assigned to committee: • Item 4862, an ordinance appropriating $21,286 from the fund balance of the 2016 grant fund in acceptance of additional grant funds received from the Midwest High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area grant for use by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and authorizing the county executive to execute an addendum to the memorandum of understanding with the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. The ordinance was assigned to the justice and law enforcement committee. • Item 4863, an ordinance Appropriating $75,000 from the fund balance of the 2016
grant fund in acceptance of a grant received from the United States Office of National Drug Control Policy High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program for use by the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force. The item was assigned to the anti-drug committee. • Item 19202, a resolution transferring $75,000 within the 2016 anti-drug sales tax fund to cover the cost of a new assistant prosecuting attorney position within the prosecuting attorney’s office. The resolution was assigned to the anti-drug committee. • Item 19203, a resolution transferring $33,260 within the 2016 grant fund to reallocate funds used for the Juvenile Court Diversion Program grant. The rules were suspended to adopt the resolution and it was approved 7-0. Legislators Alfred Jordan and Dennis Waits were absent from the meeting. • Item 19204, a resolution transferring $60,008 within the 2016 assessment fund to cover the cost of seasonal em-
ployees for use by the assessment department. The item was assigned to the finance and audit committee. • Item 19205, a resolution recognizing Susie Edwards for her 29 years of service to Missouri State Probation and Parole and congratulating her on the occasion of her retirement. The rules were suspended to adopt the resolution by roll call vote. • Item 19209, a resolution recognizing Avis Lowe for her 20 years of service to Mothers Against Drunk Driving and congratulating her on the occasion of her retirement. The rules were suspended to adopt the resolution by roll call vote. • Item 19210, a resolution authorizing an addendum to a contract with Cornerstone Detention Products of Madison, Alabama, for the furnishing of cell door renovations for use by the department of corrections at an additional cost to the county of $848,780. The item was assigned to the justice and law enforcement committee.
An Overland Park police officer was fired this past Friday after making a threat against a Dallas woman and her child in a Facebook post. The post came the day after a sniper opened fire on a peaceful protest in Dallas, killing five police officers and wounding seven others. In a statement released by the department, Overland Park Police Chief Francis Donchez Jr. said, “I want to assure our community, and those outside our community, that our highest priority is the safety and welfare of the citizens of Overland Park, and the men and women who protect everyone. I will continue to hold the employees of the Overland Park Police Department accountable for its actions on and off-
duty.” The statement noted the officer, who was not named by police, obviously “did not meet the standards of professionalism for the Overland Park Police Department.” The comment was posted July 7 on a 2014 post by LaNaydra Williams that included photos of her daughter. “We’ll see how much her
life matters soon,” the officer’s commend read, “better be careful leaving your info open where she can be found :) hold her close tonight, it’ll be the last time.” Williams told Kansas City station KSHB she felt horrified by the comment. “I want to publicly apologize to those affected by our officer’s personal actions,”
Donchez said. “His actions do not represent the Overland Park Police Department in anyway and no one should be subjected to any type of discrimination or this kind of behavior.” A criminal investigation is underway based on information discovered during the personnel investigation, according to the department.
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ginalized and in particular the black citizens have been utilized for American prosperity while they’ve been allowed to fester in American poverty. And again, I’m not writing this to be divisive but rather as an open message with dual meanings. My hope is that the meaning of this message will not fall on deaf ears but instead those that understand will stand with me to fight for change. If you can say “All lives Matter” but are unwilling to advocate for judicial reform, law enforcement reform, criminal justice reform and the eradication of economic and educational disparities when it comes to the so-called minority communities then understand this, you are the problem. If you’re black or a socalled minority, I believe that we have to do more than understand the effects of oppression. I believe that we have to aggressively work to deconstruct the very institutions that have been utilized for suppression. There are no excuses for cold-blooded murder nor should we have to walk around in fear that we could be murdered for no reason except for the color of our skin. And it’s unacceptable that mainstream society is more concerned when animals are killed than when fathers, sons, brothers, mothers, daughters and sisters are being assassinated. There has to be a social and political revolution and the time is now. So, what will you do when the laws of the land will not protect you? State Rep. Brandon Ellington Missouri Legislative Black Caucus Chairman D-Kansas City
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Executions live on television, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat. Yet, no action! We talk about mass shootings and the sentiment of mainstream groups is that there is a need for sweeping gun reform legislation; however, black bodies are lying in the streets filled with lead from those that are sworn to protect and serve. There are no tears shed, no calls for sweeping legislation dealing with police reform, just the same old sad song. There are candles lit, a couple of marches and a hashtag in their memory. So, what do you do when the laws of the land will not protect you? I’m not asking this question to instigate nor am I trying to be divisive, but the fact of the matter is that as Americans we have to examine our social contract. The fact of the matter is that as a black man, I have to be concerned with and prepared to survive in a society that isn’t concerned with the extermination and visible execution of its own citizens. Now, to say enough is enough is an understatement and it’s been past time for action. Philandro Castile, Alton Sterling, Michael Brown Jr., Eric Garner, Vonderrit Myers Jr., Andrew Josephill, Oscar Grant, Tamir Rice, Sandra Bland, Freddie Grey, Aiyanna Jones, Kim King, Rekia Boyd, Kajieme Powell, Jorevis Scruggs, Joey Foster Jr., Cary Ball Jr. The list goes on and on with new names being added daily. It’s abundantly clear that mainstream institutions do not care and are not concerned with the oppression of its own citizens. This is not a rare phenomenon throughout the history of America. So-called minorities have been mar-
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Jason Offutt I have an irrational fear of nearly everything. Forgetting the oven is on? Duh. Leaving a door unlocked when I’m going to be away from the house for more than 10 minutes? Yep. Clowns. Ugh. Don’t get me started on clowns. I can’t fix coffee before a road trip because an electric appliance shouldn’t be activated close to departure time. I don’t want the coffee pot to get any funny ideas. There are bludgeoning objects next to every entrance to the house because, you know, zombies and salesmen. We don’t have a home phone, our children’s pictures and names are not on the internet, sharp objects are so far off the floor I can’t reach them and people who double dip are social pariahs who should never be allowed near the snack table. But there’s a reason for my fear. Everything on earth – especially gravity and most probably the Illuminati – wants to hurt me. The cat is going to sleep on my face at night at best, suck out my soul at worst. I know I turned off the basement light; it’s only on because an axe-wielding maniac is down there waiting for me to go to sleep. The water droplet that hit my eye on my walk was probably pee from a rabid squirrel. I can’t leave my grocery cart unattended because someone will poison the milk I carefully pulled from third back on the rack. I can never take the first gallon, and the second is suspect. This is not entirely sane and is exactly why I’m not fit to be an adult. If I were a kid, thoughts like this would be considered normal, as would
my belief that “Scooby Doo” is an unscripted reality program. Zoinks. Seriously, nobody can write that stuff. My main fear, however, is food. Wonderful, delicious food. It started when I was five. On the last day of our family vacation to visit the Colorado cousins, I said I was hungry, so my aunt gave me a bologna sandwich for the road. It smelled great even though it still tasted like bologna. I learned a valuable lesson that day. If bologna smells awful, it’s OK to eat. If it smells good, it’s actually bad, which makes your insides try to fight their way to the outside. My parents had to stop at a hospital in a town I think was literally called Nowhere, Kansas, because I’d expelled so much fluid I looked like a large, sandy-haired raisin. When food tries to kill you, what’s safe in life? That’s what I tried to explain to my children when I threw away the last few slices of raw bacon from an open package that had been in the refrigerator for nearly two weeks. Yes, I used the words “threw away” and “bacon” in the same sentence. This is how serious I am about food safety. The guidelines on an open package of bacon remaining safe to eat is one week. One week, people. My children are still crying. But my fears don’t stop there. I’m always concerned about bears, shiv-wielding prison escapees in alleys and the ever-present threat of abduction by space aliens. What? Spiders? No, I’m not afraid of spiders. Don’t be silly. I’m bigger than they are. 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. Jason’s parody survival guide, “How to Kill Monsters Using Common Household Items,” is also available at amazon.com.
Tommy Lasorda, baseball’s most famous manager, part II about 40 of them in all. It was a very unique painting. Someone offered me the right price when they saw it hanging at my home and I sold it right there on the spot. It was so colorful and alive that everyone noticed it gone and asked me about it all the time. I regret to this day selling it. Cugat was the house band for The Waldorf Astoria in New York for 16 years and did many films for Columbia and MGM. Most notably he was married to Charo, the comic, guitarist and actress.
By George Michaud Last week’s column gave you mostly statistical information on Tommy Lasorda, beginning with his first baseball pitching role right up to his two decades as The Los Angeles Dodgers manager through 1996 after winning a World Series title in 1981 and again in 1988. One comment on last week’s column involved Tommy Lasorda’s Trattoria Italian Restaurant which was not open very long and was sold to a management firm after Tommy’s heart attack. Another location remained at the Dodger Stadium at a kiosk for a number of years and folks stood in line every game for his famous meatball cone which got rave reviews. Many times I went out to dinner with my publicity agent friend Sam Wall and Sy Sussman, and when in LA it seemed like everybody’s favorite to go was Xavier Cugat’s Mexican Restaurant on LaCienega Boulevard, restaurant row in those years. And often Cugat was there in person signing prints of his paintings. I even got one signed which was about a 30 by 45 of every famous caricature of famous stars from Lucille Ball to Bob Hope,
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18-year-old woman charged in July Two charged in Raytown 4 car theft, police chase robbery that ended in gunfire Two Kansas City men involved in a Raytown burglary on July 3 that ended in one suspect being shot by police have been charged. Arnett W. McNeal Jr., 45, is charged with first-degree assault of a law enforcement officer and second-degree burglary. Saintino J. Garner, 20, faces one count of seconddegree burglary. According to court records, the men broke into a home in the 6200 block of
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dence, Arnett said he panicked and picked up the gun on the kitchen table. Police body camera footage reportedly shows McNeal grabbed a gun and pointed it at the officer. One of the two officers first on scene shot McNeal in the stomach, police documents state. Both men are being held on bond and are scheduled for court appearances July 25. The incident remains under investigation.
Man now faces murder charge in death of 15-month-old
A 31-year-old Kansas City man facing felonies in connection with a child abuse case is now charged with murder following the death of the 15-month-old victim who died June 1 after allegedly being beaten three days before. Nathaniel A. Littlefield was previously facing only two counts of endangering the welfare of a child and one count of abuse or neglect of a child. He is now also charged with second-degree murder and abuse or neglect of a
child resulting in death. According to court records, the mother of Nathaniel Littlefield the 15-month child and his brother were left in Littlefield’s care while their mother went to work. When she returned, she found the 15-month-old unresponsive. At Children’s Mercy Hospital, physicians determined the child was suffering from non-accidental trauma, consistent
with child abuse. The child suffered from severe head trauma and a lacerated liver. Littlefield reportedly told police he hit the child in the head repeatedly, but only to resuscitate him. The 15-month-old child passed away June 1 from his injuries. Prosecutors have requested an increase in the defendant’s bond, initially set at $100,000. Littlefield is scheduled for a court appearance Aug. 3.
An 18-year-old woman faces four felonies in connection with a car theft and police chase on July 4 that resulted in injuries to a motorcyclist. Dallas C. Letchworth, 18, is charged with first-degree tampering with a motor vehicle, resisting arrest, seconddegree assault, and armed criminal action for allegedly evading arrest and reaching speeds of 100 mph in a stolen silver Chrysler 300 on July 4. According to court documents, police observed Letchworth get in the vehicle, which was reported stolen
three days prior, in the 3500 block of Ruysser Road and Dallas Letchworth drive north. She reportedly failed to stop for police and reached speeds or 100 mph on U.S. Route 71 and Interstate 470, where she struck a motorcyclist. The driver was rushed to the hospital with significant injuries, police documents state. The chase eventually ended near I-470 and the Red Bridge exit after Letchworth
attempted a right-hand turn. Police documents state she was traveling too fast to make the turn and lost control of the vehicle. The car entered the median and was disabled. She reportedly fled on foot into a wooded area and was taken into custody shortly after. During a police interview, she reportedly said a “tweeker” gave her the car. The case remains under investigation. Letchworth is being held on a $100,000 bond. She is scheduled for a court appearance July 21.
KC man pleads guilty to armed bank robbery, faces 15 years in prison A Kansas City man pleaded guilty to armed bank robbery this past week and faces up to 15 years in prison, according to Tammy Dickinson, U.S. attorney for the Western District of Missouri. Sidney A. Williams, 62, pleaded guilty before U.S. Chief District Judge Greg Kays to the charge contained in a Nov. 17, 2015, federal indictment. By pleading guilty June 6, Williams admitted that he stole $6,493 at gunpoint from Bank Midwest, at 7904 Ward Parkway in Kansas City, on Nov. 10, 2015. According to court documents, Williams was wearing
a black ski mask and black gloves when he entered the bank and ordered everyone in the lobby to the ground. Williams entered the security guard’s office, grabbed his shirt and forced him to the ground. Williams pointed a .38-caliber revolver at bank employees, the security guard and the assistant branch manager. Two bank employees placed money into a blue canvas grocery bag that Williams was carrying. When Williams ran out the door of the bank after the robbery, the security guard chased after him tackled Wil-
liams across the street from the bank, and a struggle ensued. Williams pointed the revolver at the security guard before he was able to disarm him. The security guard received assistance from a passerby in subduing Williams. Law enforcement officers recovered a blue canvas bag of cash, the handgun and a black ski mask from the area where Williams was taken into custody. Under the terms of today’s plea agreement, Williams will be sentenced to 15 years in federal prison without parole.
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tors/ 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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Obituaries Billie Lee Barncord Billie Lee Barncord, Raymore, Mo., formerly of Raytown, Mo., passed away July 10, 2016. Visitation was from 9-10 a.m. Thursday, July 14, with funeral service following at 10 a.m. at Floral Hills Funeral Home. Burial was immediately following the service in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Billie was born Oct. 20, 1925, in Emporia, Kan., to Emanuel F. Barncord and Della Torrens. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II. He was a phone installer for Southwestern Bell for 35 years. He is survived by wife, Flora Barncord, sons, Ronald Barncord (Barb) of Overland Park, Kan., Kenneth Barncord (Suzanne) of Blue Springs, Mo., daughter, Sharon Costello (Mike) of Overland Park, sister, Ida Jane Shipman of Kansas City, Kan., six grandchildren, and 12 great- grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations to Foxwood Springs. Condolences may be left at www. floralhillsfuneralhome.com Arr. D.W. Newcomer’s Sons Floral Hills Funeral Home, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO (816) 353-1218. Newcomer’s Floral Hills Funeral Home & Cemetery, Dignity Memorial Lloyd Victor Campbell Lloyd Victor Campbell, 88, of Raytown, Mo., passed away Sunday, July 10, 2016. Memorial gathering was from 6 to 7:30 p.m., and tribute/veteran salute was from 7:30-8 p.m. Thursday, July 14, Missouri Funeral Care, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown. Graveside service was at Noon, Saturday, July 16, Piedmont Cemetery, Piedmont, KS. Donations to Raytown Historical Society, 9705 E. 63rd St., Raytown, MO 64133. Lloyd was born April 5, 1928, in Piedmont, to Lester and Eva (Philipi) Campbell. He graduated Piedmont High School in 1946, enlisted in the U. S. Navy at the end of WWII, and became an airplane electrician aboard the U.S.S. Leyte, CV9. He married Carolyn Ramsey in 1949 while attending the Kansas City School of Watch Making. Lloyd said, “Harry Truman called me from the Reserves to help him with the Korean War,” aboard the U.S.S. Essex. After more than six years of service, Lloyd was discharged as Aviation Electricians Mate 2nd Class in 1953. Liberty Memorial’s Walk of Honor and the Library of Congress’s Veterans History Project commemorate Lloyd’s wartime service, and he was a member of the Tiery J. Ford Post of the American Legion - Truman’s home post - for many years. With full-custody of his three daughters, Lloyd married Pat (Swetnam) Elsea in 1962. They moved from Ruskin Heights in 1969 where Lloyd worked for Laurel Bank of Raytown. He retired as Vice President/Assistant Cashier from its successor, American Bank, in 1989. Lloyd was a member of the Alexander Majors Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution; and was a charter member of the Raytown Historical Soci-
ety. Lloyd and Pat served in many capacities in support of the Jackson County Exchange Club; rang bells for Salvation Army; attended annual Piedmont High School reunions and hosted family reunions at the Campbell family’s 1880s Possum Trot homestead every Memorial Day weekend; and, were always ready and willing to help family, friends and neighbors who will never forget Lloyd’s ability to fix Anything. . .and tell “colorful” jokes. In retirement, they traveled, gardened, and visited family. After celebrating their 40th Anniversary in 2002, Pat died the following year. Lloyd met Janet Smith and their families became close before Janet died unexpectedly in 2010. Lloyd is survived by a sister, Naomi Claycomb, Wichita, KS; three daughters, Marcia Campbell, Centennial, CO; Cindy McNulty, Largo, FL; and Carol Butler (Rich), Dayton, OH; eight grandchildren, David W. Jackson (Russ Howerton), Greenwood, MO; Nathan Jackson (Jennifer), Buffalo, NY; Aaron Talbott (Andrea), Kettering, OH; Emily Talbott (James), Raytown, MO; Debbie Talbott, Columbus, OH; Justin McNulty, Largo, FL; Heidi Casteel (Jesse), Independence, MO, and Sean Jones (Allison), Largo, FL; 10 great grandchildren; and lots of nieces, nephews and cousins. Catherine Elaine Elliott Catherine was born on August 25, 1950 and passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2016. Catherine was a resident of Raytown, Missouri at the time of her passing. A memorial service was held Saturday July 9 2016 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Heartland Cremation Burial Society 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown MO 64133 816-3131677. Betty Jean Ferguson (Withrow) Betty Jean Ferguson (Withrow) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 in Sacramento, CA at the age of 90. Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband, Richard Lee Ferguson Jr., sister, Melba Williams. and parents, Lee & Nadine Withrow. She is survived by her daughter, Pam Skoglund (Dan) and son, Rich Ferguson (Pattie) Grandchildren, Matt Ferguson (Nycole), Tim Ferguson (Melisa), Sarah Ferguson, John Skoglund (Lindsey), & Jeff Skoglund. Great Grandchildren, Hazelle Ferguson, Lucas Ferguson, Evelyn Ferguson, Carter Ferguson, Nicholas Ferguson and Benjamin Skoglund and Brother, Bob Withrow (Cindy). Betty was born in Kansas City, MO. on December 4, 1925 to Lee and Nadine Withrow. She and Lee lived in Raytown, MO. before moving to San Mateo, CA. in 1967 where she spent many years working for Wells Fargo Bank. She moved to Sacramento in 1997. Betty enjoyed quilting and traveling with friends, where she visited many fascinating places throughout the world. A graveside service was held on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Mount Moriah
Carol Rae Fisher Carol Rae Fisher, 60, of Sedalia passed away Sunday, July 03, 2016 at University Hospital in Columbia, MO. She was born on July 26, 1955 in Sedalia, the daughter of Ray Fisher, who preceded her in death and Caroline (McNulty) Fisher Quinlan who survives of the home. Carol taught Speech and Theatre at State Fair Community College for many years. She taught similar classes at Highland Community College. She also worked at the Children’s Therapy Center, Division of Family Services, Westlake’s Ace Hardware, and Wal-Mart. Carol enjoyed sewing for other people and making Costumes for the many plays she directed. She graduated from SFCC and continued her education, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree from CMSU. She then went on to the University of North Carolina, graduating with a Master’s of Fine Arts Degree. Carol loved her family, especially her nieces and nephews. Besides her mother, Caroline, she is also survived by a step-father Wilbur Quinlan; a sister Beci Hammond (Mark) of Sedalia; two brothers Daniel Fisher, of Sedalia and Steven Fisher of Columbia, MO; three aunts, Betty Bowman of Hughesville, Earleene McNulty of Marshall and Pauline Fisher of Raytown, MO; two uncles, Bobby Bowman of Odessa, MO and Jerry Stapley (Sondra) of Florence, MO; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial graveside services and burial were held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 10, 2016 at County Line Cemetery, La Monte, MO, with Rev. Dan Hankins officiated. There was no family visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gideons or the Alzheimer’s Association in care of Rea Funeral Chapel, Sedalia. Lucius George Mills Lucius George Mills, 89, of Raytown, MO, had the privilege of saying goodbye to many loved ones before he died peacefully at home on July 8, 2016. A Celebration of Life service was held on Thursday, July 14 at 7:00 pm at Oakwood Baptist Church 7600 Lee’s Summit Road, Kansas City, MO 64139. A full obituary may be viewed at www.langsfordfuneralhome.com Scott Olin Wright U. S. District Court Judge Scott Olin Wright passed away July 11, 2016, in Kansas City. Born on January 15, 1923 in Haigler, Nebraska, Scott was the second of six children - all delivered in the same farmhouse - to Jesse and Martha Wright. Scott’s large family stood out because Jesse and everyone in Martha’s family attended college, as did each of Scott’s siblings. But an education during the Depression guaranteed nothing, and after losing the Nebraska farm to foreclosure, Scott’s parents re-located the family to rural Livingston County, Missouri. Had it not been for the Depression, Scott probably would have become a rich Republican Nebraska farmer. Or not. Unquestionably, Scott’s family circum-
Rep. Ellington to host community engagement series
On July 17, Rep. Brandon Ellington, D-Kansas City, is hosting the first of a threepart Community Concert and Neighborhood Engagement Series designed to unify the community. “In light of the recent tragic events that have occurred in our country, I believe that it is important that we work together as a community to combat violence and promote unity,” Ellington said. The first installment of this series will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. July 17 at Seven Oaks Park, located at E. 39th Street and Jackson Avenue.
The event will feature a number of musical performances and poetry. “My hope is that the Community Concert and Neighborhood Engagement Series will act as a catalyst for positive growth among our citizens,” Ellington said. “While we are in the midst of a society where hate seems way too prevalent, it is important to encourage the act of embracing and spreading of love to those around us.” Any organizations, vendors or artists interested in participating in the Community Concert and Neigh-
borhood Engagement Series are encouraged to contact Ellington at 573-751-3129 or via email at Brandon.Ellington@ house.mo.gov. Community Concert and Neighborhood Engagement Series Dates: • Seven Oaks Park July 17, 3 – 7 p.m. 3700 Kensington Ave., Kansas City, 64128 • Spring Valley Park Aug. 21, 3 – 7 p.m. 2700 Spring Valley Park Dr., Kansas City, 64109 • Brush Creek Freedom Fountain Sept. 25, 3 – 7 p.m.: 47th and Emanuel Cleaver II Boulevard, Kansas City, 64130
Steve Mock Steve Mock died Wednesday, July 6, 2016, at St. Lukes Hospital Plaza. Visitation was from 5PM to 7PM, Monday, July 11, and the funeral was at 10:30AM, Tuesday, July 12. Both were held at First Baptist Church of Raytown, 10500 E. 350 Highway, Raytown, Mo. Steve was born Dec. 2, 1955, in Kansas City, Mo. He was a lifelong resident of Raytown and a graduate of Raytown High School, class of 1974. He became a thirdgeneration homebuilder when he joined his father’s business, Mock Building Company, where he served as partner and vice-president. He also was a partner of Sutherland & Mock, LLC. His contribution showed in the many homebuilders awards the company received. Steve dedicated stance informed his devotion to the less fortunate and his keen devotion to fair play. Upon graduation from Chillicothe High School, Scott enrolled at Central Methodist College in Fayette, Missouri, but then enlisted in the Navy the day after completing his sophomore year in 1942, and began training in the V-5 program to become a dive bomber. Once Scott received his wings, he chose to enter the Marine Corps in order to accelerate his overseas deployment. Ultimately, Scott was stationed in the South Pacific where he patrolled for Japanese submarines. Scott was discharged in 1946 and immediately enrolled at MU. Not waiting for an undergraduate degree, Scott was admitted to MU Law School in 1947 and graduated in 1950, with President Truman delivering the commencement address. Scott’s served
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much of his recent years to the safety, welfare and betterment of Raytown. He served as an alderman and mayor pro tem for the City of Raytown and as Chairman of the Municipal Committee. He devoted much of his time to various boards: Police Pension Board; Council on Aging; Downtown Streetscape Steering Committee; Raytown Fire Protection District; Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Commission; and Villa Woods, Villa Meadows and Villas of Teetering Rocks HOAs. He was a lifelong member of the Raytown Historical Society, Friends of Rice-Tremonti and the Main Street Association. All of this dedication did not go unnoticed. Steve received the Raytown Area Chamber of Commerce 2013 Volunteer of the Year award, and the 2015 Jackson County COMBAT Neighborhood Advocate Award. On a lighter note, Steve donned a bunny costume each Easter for the Raytown Eggstravaganza, delighting the many children. He also assisted in Raytown’s annual holiday lighting ceremony. As a neighborhood advocate, he picked up trash and encouraged residents to work with the local police department. as City Attorney of Columbia and as Boone County Prosecuting Attorney, where his duties brought him into contact with future U. S. Senator Tom Eagleton. Scott left the prosecutor’s office in 1959 to begin private practice with close friends Ed Brown and Herb Willbrand. Scott loved to try cases to juries. One of his most prized cases was one in which he represented a husband in an “alienation of affections” case and won the sizable verdict of $1.00. Even so, by 1979, he had collected record verdicts in Boone, Cooper, Adair and Callaway Counties. He married Shirley Walther in 1972, and in 1979, Senator Eagleton recommended to President Carter that Scott become a federal judge. Upon confirmation, Scott became one of the most popular (and controversial) federal judges in Kansas City, both for his devotion to doing what he
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Steve cherished a multitude of friends and neighbors as much as they cherished him. Whenever he entered a room, he could make a ruckus with his unmatched sense of humor. Devoted to his wife, Carla, he also was a caring parent, remarking to his children how lucky and proud he was to be their father. His mother, Vivian Arlene Shepard Mock, preceded him in death. He is survived by his father, Larry Mock and stepmother, Nancy Mock; wife, Carla Mock; children Chance, Chelsi and Sophia Mock; sisters Linda (Robert) Widener and Dorothy Mock-Cureton; stepbrothers Dr. Rob Chance and Greig (Shelly) Chance; mother-in-law Georgia Hart; brother-in-law Tony (Sonja) Hart; sister-in-law Denese Christian; an aunt, Marie (Chuck) Rauh; and many loving cousins, nephews and nieces and their children. The family suggests contributions in his name to the Raytown Emergency Assistance Program (REAP), 9300 E. 75 th Street, Raytown, MO 64138 or Raytown Police Officers’ Benefit Fund 11715 East 78th Street Raytown, MO 64138. Online condolences www.floralhillsfuneralhome.com. regarded as the right thing, and for his peculiar vocabulary. Scott’s contribution to Missouri’s legal community can best be observed through his many fine law clerks, who have remained steadfast in their commitment to Scott’s remonstrance that they exemplify the professional practice of law. Scott made it to work every single day until the fall of 2014, when his health suddenly began to fail. He is survived by his wife, Shirley, his brother Jess of Blair, Nebraska, his two step-children, Donna Baiotto of Raytown, Missouri, and Skip Walther of Columbia, Missouri, six grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and countless colleagues, friends and stories. Contributions can be made to the Scott Wright Scholarship Fund at the University of Missouri Law School or to St. Luke’s Hospice, Kansas City, MO.
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Should we ‘answer the call’ of the new ‘Ghostbusters’
By Livingston Brees “Back off, man. I’m a scientist.” This weekend, one of the most divisive movies in recent memory will open at the local movie house when the all-female reboot of the iconic 1984 flick “Ghostbusters” hits the silver screen. Since the first trailer dropped earlier this year, the new “Ghostbusters” has become the most disliked thing in the history of YouTube,
and horror stories from the set have been hitting the internet nearly constantly. Even though this one wasn’t screened early, I do have an opinion on the Paul Feig directed reboot, but, like we so often do in this column, we must first go backward to go forward. First things first, if you haven’t watched the original flick, stop what you’re doing right now and do so. I can wait. Now that’s out of the way….
The year was 1984, and I was a wee lad of 8 years old when my parents took me to see the original “Ghostbusters.” It was directed by Ivan Reitman and stars Billy Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and the late, great Harold Ramis were three of the biggest names in comedy, as well as favorites around our house, so it was no surprise we were there opening weekend. The original film followed a team of scientists who lose their cushy university gigs in
New York City immediately following a run-in with a ghost. Left with few alternatives, the trio decides to become “ghostbusters” and wage war against the supernatural for ridiculous sums of money. Of course they end up stumbling on a doorway to ultimate evil, and the unlikely heroes must now save New York City from complete destruction. While I was too young to realize it at the time, “Ghostbusters” was a perfect blend
of physical comedy and sight gags, perfect for a younger audience, as well as wicked sharp dialogue featuring some of the funniest lines ever. It was a huge box office hit that spawned several catch-phrases (“He slimed me,” “Who you gonna call?”), and an iconic theme song by Ray Parker Jr. It was the perfect movie for the time, and became a huge part of so many people’s lives. There was also a Saturday morning cartoon, “The REAL
Ghostbusters,” as well as a sequel, Ghostbusters II,” that followed a few years later. While it was far from perfect, I dug it as a kid, and we always expected to see “Ghostbusters III” sooner rather than later. Over the years, rumors about “Ghostbusters III” would pop up every now and then, but Murray was usually the one who didn’t want to commit. Then in 2009, the
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Raytown Community Calendar Raytown Farmers Market July 16, 9 am to 1 pm July 21, 3 pm-6 pm Located at 6210 Raytown Road MEGA Sports Camp Vacation Bible School July 18 – 22, 6 pm – 8 pm One Spirit United Methodist Church, 7900 Blue Ridge Blvd., Kansas City Attention children ages 1st through 6th grade! Join us for MEGA Sports Camp that is action packed with some of your favorite sports (like soccer, karate, basketball, volleyball, cheerleading) and Bible stories. During this camp, kids will learn about sports, cooperation, teamwork, and best of all about the Bible. Call One Spirit UMC to sign up. (816) 353-0890. “The Music Man” July 22-23 & 29-30, 7:30 pm July 24 & 31, 2 pm Robert B. Atkin Performing Arts Center @ Raytown High School, 6019 Blue Ridge Blvd. Tickets on sale at Raytown Hy-Vee, 9400 E 350 Hwy. or purchase online at RaytownArts.com. $8 in advance and $10 at the door.
Cats and Dogs Reality Game Show July 26, 2-3 pm MCPL Raytown, 6131 Raytown Road Don’t just sit back and watch a game show - become a contestant! In the Cats and Dogs Reality Game Show, the audience competes through fun, silly stunts and trivia to stay out of the dog house and win the game. KC Zoomobile: Nocturnal Animals Aug 02, 2 pm - 2:45 pm MCPL Raytown, 6131 Raytown Road When the sun goes down, some animals are just waking up. Join the Kansas City Zoo for a look at nocturnal animals, meet one or two of these nighttime creatures, and learn what they do while everyone else is asleep. Vacation Bible School Deep Sea Adventure! Aug. 3-5 pm St Paul’s Church of the Nazarene, 8500 E 80th Terrace, Kansas City Children ages 3 yrs. (potty trained) thru 6th grade. VBS program Sunday, Aug. 7, 10:30 am. Call Christy for
more information: 816-8061263 Raytown Arts & Music Festival Aug. 29. 12:30-7 pm C. Lee Kenagy Park, 79th & Raytown Rd. Mark your calendars. Beatles tribute band, Liverpool, will be headlining. Lineup includes Barbwire Revolt, Linda Shell and Blues Thang and Eagles tribute band, Lying Eyes from St. Louis. Festival will open with Raytown’s own Wildwood Boys. More information to come. 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 816353-9366 for more information 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) Raytown Al-Anon Family Group Weekly: Mondays at 7:00 pm Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd. (west side door, lower leve) Have you been affected by someone else’s drinking? We can help you find solutions that lead to serenity. Raytown Amateur Radio Club http://k0gq.com Monthly: Fourth Thursday at 7:30 pm Community of Christ, 6231 Manning Avenue 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. Raytown Arts Council http://raytownarts.org Raytown Community Symphonic Band rehearsals:
All musicians welcome! Weekly: Thursday from 6:45 pm-8:15 pm St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 9349 E 65th St. Contact: RaytownCmmunityBand@gmail.com
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
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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 Off Pounds Sensibly. For more information, call Betty at 816-356-6788 or Faye at 816-358-4350
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 Garden Club Monthly: First Tuesdays at 10:00 am (Feb.-Nov.) Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd. Visitors welcome Raytown Historical Society http://raytownhistoricalsociety.org Monthly: First Monday at 10:00 am Raytown Historical Museum, 9705 E. 63rd Street.
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Chicken Alfredo penne pasta
By Jacqui Duran It’s been a long day. The last thing you want to do is stand in the kitchen for an hour making dinner and cleaning up a mess. Allow me to introduce you to one of my favorite quick and easy weeknight dinners. My husband and I both
Chicken Alfredo penne pasta work full time and we are typically running in different directions during the week. Even though the days continue to fly by, we still make time to enjoy dinner together. How do we manage that?
Easy — with meals like this chicken Alfredo penne pasta. Instead of running through a drive-thru, my husband runs home for dinner on his meal break. Luckily he only works about seven minutes from home. It’s important to us because it’s part of our family values. I encourage you to always come home for dinner, as much as you can. For this perfect to-go meal, or family mealtime, we are going to need the following: • Two pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts • One package of penne pasta • One jar of Alfredo sauce • Three-fourths cup of pars-
ley • Salt and pepper, to taste • Garlic salt • Italian seasoning • Parmesan cheese First bring a large pasta pot to a hard boil and cook your penne noodles until al dente. While the pasta is soaking in its personal hot tub, let’s work on our chicken. To achieve the perfect grilled chicken flavor we are going to use the indoor grill pan. If you don’t have a grill pan you can always simply saute with a skillet. We also want to ensure we achieve a nice, even cook, so I filet each chicken breasts so they are all equal in thickness. This eliminates worry about un-
dercooked chicken and you simply grill each side for six minutes. Season your chicken breasts before placing them on your grill pan. I like to keep those lovely Italian flavors, so I use garlic salt, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper. When your penne is cooked, drain and set it aside. Turn the heat to medium on your pasta pot and add in your favorite store-bought jar of Alfredo sauce. Cut your cooked chicken breasts into thin slices, and dice your parsley. Once the Alfredo sauce is heated through, add your pasta back in, along with your sliced chicken breasts
and diced parsley. Toss it together until your pasta is coated evenly. Serve with Parmesan cheese on top for the perfect blending of flavors. You can also serve with garlic bread or a small side salad. Enjoy this one with your family, and remember: It’s important to keep your family bonds strong and your memories flowing. Jacqui Duran lives in Raytown, Missouri with her husband and three children. Jacqui shares her passion for food and cooking on Facebook at www. facebook.com/homefordinner. mom and on her blog at http:// executivechefmom.blogspot. com. Follow her on Instagram @ jduran1313.
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FROM THE STANDS Hail the Wizard of Hoz
By Sterling L. Brown The brass of the Kansas City Royals’ front office might have had the shortest lived cheers for Eric Hosmer last night. I’m sure they were very happy that their 2008 first round draft pick, first-time All-Star (starter), three-time Gold Glove winner, face of the franchise, and all-around KC heartthrob is the biggest performer on the biggest stage. But, while all of Kansas City was gleaming, guzzling, and slapping fives after Hosmer won the MVP award (along with Bo “The Immortal” Jackson as the only Royals to ever achieve the feat) the front office folks, especially Dayton Moore, probably went from clapping to hang wringing. Now with the return of these Royals from the All-Star Break a new stark reality is ever present: the Royals need to sign Hosmer long term. And they will. It is clear that the Royals have a franchise swaying decision on their hands. The last time I remember the Royals having a personnel decision that had this much gravitas on the near future (five to 10 years) of the franchise, was in 2003-2004 when Mike Sweeney signed for five years, $11 million per. Back then, the fan base had been kicked in the gut too many times by watching young talent come up through the minors or develop here, spring into the Majors, have a level of success, then cash out in a free agent market that made KC look like they brought a knife to the gunfight when it came time to sign free agents or retain them. Jermaine Dye left, Johnny Damon left, and Carlos Beltran was clearly biding his time as he priced himself out of KC before the ink was dry on his previous deal. Signing Sweeney was more of a donut tossed to drowning fans than it was a sound baseball decision, because in the aftermath his contract asphyxiated the front office after an injuryfilled season. Signing or not signing Hosmer is different than the Sweeney situation. To-
day, almost every young Royal who makes his way to the majors is more than just an Andrew Sisco or Angel Berroa type of talent. A KC youngling nowadays is either still producing here, productive elsewhere because he was used as currency, or he is out of baseball. Gone are the days of young talent leaving or languishing. Therefore, signing Hosmer has very little to do with keeping the franchise competitive with players who might develop a love for the place and then want to stay because we gave them a chance. It is different because this time we have hope for the team, even without Hosmer. This time around the player in question needs to be signed to help assert and maintain the plausible position of being a contender every year. At the time of Sweeney’s signing, he was something that Hosmer currently is not: an elite hitter. Sweeney’s numbers bore out a value in the $11 million per he was to be paid. Sweeney had back to back years with 29 homers, had a 144-RBI season and earned an OPS over .900 in each of the four seasons leading up to the contract. If Hosmer put up those kinds of numbers leading up to this column, there would be no discussion. Hosmer’s agent would have already been drafting a contract to mail to the Dodgers, Yankees, Red Sox, and Cubs, among others. Hosmer is, though, a complete player. Hosmer is probably the only five tool player we have seen in Kansas City since Carlos Beltran. And to think, even though he may actually be a 4.8 tool player whose power is still developing, look at how his power has emerged. The boy is clutch and at the time when the lights are the brightest. Consider these examples in context: The three-run homer to polish off the comeback versus Houston in the 2015 ALDS Game 4, the ball he almost hit through the base of the wall versus the Mets to help
tie Game 5 and eventually win the World Series last season, the first homer of his career was a majestic blast in Yankee Stadium into the second deck, the All-Star game homer was impressive, but the RBI single (patriot missile) that almost killed the Cubs’ Kris Bryant was the stroke that won him the MVP. We know his intangibles are tangible as well, he is brothers from another mother with Salvy, Moose, and Cain. Need I say more? Another thing working in the favor of signing The Wizard of Hoz is the paltry TV contract revenue the Royals are receiving. Much ink has been spilled about how the Royals are being taken to the woodshed on their current deal. Don’t think the Glasses aren’t going to get some get back when they can opt out after 2017. And don’t think this fan base, one of the most intelligent fan bases in all of sports (mostly because most of us are delusional gluttons for pain) won’t be storming the Bastille if GMDM doesn’t pony up a large chunk of that booty to keep Hoz in Royal blue. Hosmer’s contract current situation is also working in the Royals’ favor, too. If they can renegotiate their TV deal with as most haste as possible, Hosmer could be completing his last arbitration eligible year (2017) and his new blockbuster deal could be already baked into the pie before he ever hits free agency (2018). The question then becomes, do the Royals start working on this deal now? This article is dedicated to my Grandfather, Robert L. Jones Sr. He was a great man, a greater fisherman, and an even greater Royals fan. He passed away and we laid him to rest in Leavenworth National Cemetery on July 5th. I love you granddaddy, and I’ll miss you fishing. Find peace on that there water. Sterling Brown is a loving husband and father of three. Living in Raytown and working as a Behavior Interventionist and Girl’s Basketball Coach at Raytown South High School.
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talk kicked up again with the release of the “Ghostbusters” video game, which saw the entire cast return to lend their voices. In fact, Aykroyd has stated several times the video game is essentially “Ghostbusters III.” Anyway, all that talk about getting the gang back together and passing the torch to a younger group of ghostbusters stopped in 2014 when Ramis died at the age of 69. It still bums me out to think about it. Not too long after Ramis’ passing, Sony Pictures, who own the rights to the franchise, announced an all-female reboot starring Kristin Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Kate McKinnion and Leslie Jones, four of the most successful comedians working today, and would be directed by “Bridesmaids” helmer Feig. It looked as though they were following the blueprint set by the first film, except the decision was made to essentially “ignore” the events of the first two films and start fresh, and I was OK with that, unlike most avid fans. Now here’s where things start to get shady. Nightmare stories began leaking from the set about actresses not getting along, a director who got tired of hearing trash talk on social media, as well as the overall awfulness of the script. Things like that aren’t uncommon, but such a high profile picture having these issues combined with the massive Sony email hack (Google it up if you have no frame of reference) that uncovered these issues existed almost from the beginning. Then they announced Murray, Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, Annie Potts and Ernie Hudson would all return for cameos as — are you ready for this — new characters. It was right then I knew the final product must be in big trouble. They’re doing a full reboot, but yet they felt the need to snag the original cast to help with the nostalgia factor, as well as the box office. Then that God-awful trailer was released, and the hate train began. While the first trailer was awful (sweet Lord, it was so bad), the international trailer and a couple of the TV spots made me laugh, so I figured maybe I was overreacting. My overreaction was nothing
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