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Raytown native MMA fighter squares off Friday on Spike TV

Photos courtesy of Bellator MMA Rudy Bears lands a body kick on Marcio Navarro.

By Kris Collins Though he’ll be on the East Coast Friday, locals will be able to watch one of their own square off in the octagon from the comfort of a familiar couch as Raytowner Rudy “Bad News” Bears takes on the undefeated Michael Page on Spike TV. Bears, 36, is 16-13 in the eight years of his professional career.

He is the 11th fight on the card and takes on Page, a 28-year-

old Englishman who is 7-0.

“I wonder to myself all the time about how many more of these big opportunities I’m going to get,” Bears said. “This fight with Michael Page is huge for me right now. It’s any given Sunday for anybody. I just have to go out there and perform to the best of my abilities. I know this is a fight I can win.

“Beating Michael Page would give me a huge boost in my career. Like I said before, I’ve had a lot of opportunities

in the past. Winning this fight would be huge for me.”

The two welterweights’ difference in style can be seen in their statistics alone. Bears has eight wins by submission to his name, compared with Page’s two. Similarly, Page has charted four knockouts in his seven matches, against Bears’ five knockouts in 16 wi.

“Michael Page has a flashy style and likes to throw a lot of flashy kicks,” Bears said. “His nickname is “Hands Down” be-

Rudy Bears, right, attempts to land a kick on his opponent Paul Daley. cause he doesn’t always protect himself and he’s always dancing around. But at the same time, he’s cautious of what he’s doing.

“I started out in karate so I’ve seen a lot of those flashy kicks he likes to throw. I don’t think I’m going to be surprised by a lot of that stuff. He’s going to be looking to showboat and entertain the crowd, while I’m going to be looking to finish the fight and get him out of there.”

Page has a slight height and

weight advantage, but Bears says he’s taking the fight to the canvas.

“He’s never been tested on the ground and that’s definitely something I’m going to be looking to do,” he said. “I like to exploit my opponents’ weaknesses. So I’d like to get him on the ground and see where his grappling is at.”

The first fight of the night airs at 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

Golf tourney benefit for youth sports raises $10k

Photos courtesy of Al Maddox Golfers in the 7th Annual Joe Herndon Memorial & Benefit Golf Tournament prepare to take to the course at Hillcrest Golf and Country Club.

By Kris Collins The 7th Annual Joe Herndon Memorial & Benefit Golf Tournament hosted 155 golfers June 19 at the Hillcrest Golf and Country Club to raise $10,000 to benefit youth sports programs.

This year’s tournament was larger than previous ones in part because the tournament was cohosted by Youth Sports of Raytown and the Kiwanis Club of Raytown Three Trails, according to Al Maddox, Youth Sports of Raytown executive committee member.

“We were able to raise more money and get more golfers,” he said. “We already got it underway for next year. Our goal for next year is $20,000. We want to double it.”

Youth Sports of Raytown offers after-school sports programs to students in the Raytown School District.

“We found out there is a need for this type of thing,” Maddox said.

Most of the funds raised go toward scholarships for students who would like to play sports, but can’t afford to participate. Maddox said the boost in funds will allow the sports program to expand, offering students in the 7th grade or under the opportunity to play.

“We’re going to start pushing a lot earlier than we did last year,” Maddox said. “The big thing was there was a lot of kids that would have played if they had known we have this scholarship program, especially with the cost today. For

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families with two or three kids, it’s a little tough.”

Maddox said up to 700 kids have participated in the past. Youth Sports of Raytown is aiming to add a sport every year. Currently, the organization offers volleyball and basketball.

As for the goal of raising $20,000, Maddox said plans are in the works to improve the golf tournament and increase participation.

“I think next year we’re going to try to play earlier in the day and at the end of the day come back and have a nice steak dinner,” he said.

“That way we can have our big raffle and silent auction next year.

That’ll raise a little more money and all the guys can sit around and visit.”

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Golfers, from left to right, Leah Beck, Renay Spilker, Doren Shelby and Bre Ann Bohanon, pose in their golf carts at the tournament.

The following are the results of the 7th Annual Joe Herndon Memorial & Benefit Golf Tournament: • Championship: 1st — Pickett, Eaton Black, Gary Foxworthy, Derrick Lernick – 55 2nd — Joe Cardello, Chris Cardello, Steve Bush, Dave Round - 57 3rd — Harold Albin, Bob Glasgow, Jason Hanson, Jason Verhulst 58 4th — Dan Maddox, Dan Hafley, Anthony Pernice, Joe McNamara - 59 • A Flight: 1st — Eric Rogers, Brandon Ritchey, Anthony Johnson - 61 2nd — Larry Maddox, Granville Morgan, Don Toler, Al Maddox - 61 3rd — Mike Fahey, Rod Finkle,

Brandon Fey, Michael Kautz - 62 4th — Paul Land, Tom Stawarz, Kris Turnbow, Gary Westhues - 62 • B Flight: 1st — John Benson, Tom Cole, Mark Loughry, Joe Willerth - 67 2nd — Bill Frick, Dave Skitek, Mike Watkins, Buddy Zamen - 68 3rd — Mike Carmack, Don Schmitt, Lim Schmitt, Mike Schmitt - 68 4th — Gary Agness, Matt Blaine, Ron Helmer, Brian Huff - 69 • Women’s Division: 1st — Robin Maddox, Debbie Meek, Kathy McIntosh - 79 More information on Youth Sports of Raytown programs, schedules, upcoming events, and the annual golf tournament may be found at RsrAlum.org.

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Raytown High School and Raytown South High School students garner awards for theater Students at Raytown High School and Raytown South High School took home nine awards of their 26 nominations at The Cappies Gala in May. Raytown High School’s production of “The Crucible” won Best Play at The Cappie Gala, an end-of-year award ceremony for The Cappies organization, a national program that trains high school theater and journalism students to see, critique and write reviews about high school theater, according to the Raytown School District.

Raytown High School student won the following awards at the gala: Best- Lead Actor in a Play, “The Crucible”; Brooke Griggs- Lead Actress in a Play, “The Crucible”; Zach Kujath- Supporting Actor in a Play, “The Crucible” and Best Male Critic; Caleb McCarroll- Lead Actor in a Musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone”; Melanie New-

ton- Best Makeup Design, “The Crucible”; and Hannah Treat- Supporting Actress in a Play, “The Crucible.”

Raytown South High student Neisa Icart won Featured Actress for her role in “AIDA.” “This is Raytown and Raytown South High’s first year participating in this program, making our wins extra special to us,” said Raytown High Speech and Theatre Teacher Katie Kolster. “Additionally, Raytown High has been asked to host the 2016 Cappies Gala next spring.”

Raytown High School students received the following nominations at the gala: “Cold Feets”- Best Song; “The Drowsy Chaperone”Best Musical; “The Girls”Best Ensemble in a Play, “The Crucible”; Braden BestComic Actor in a Musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone”; Alex Gicinto- Male Dancer, “The Drowsy Chaperone”;

Raynesha Green- Featured Actress in a Play, “The Crucible”; Zach Kujath- Supporting Actor in a Musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone”; Julianna McCarroll- Featured Actress in a Musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone”; Amethyst Moraine- Best Props, “The Drowsy Chaperone”; Melody Olvera- Female Vocalist, “The Drowsy Chaperone”; Chris Solomon and Julianna McCarroll- Creativity, “The Crucible”; and Hannah Wadleigh- Best Lighting, “The Drowsy Chaperone.”

Raytown South High School nominations include: “Ariel’s Friends”- Best Ensemble in a Musical, “Footloose”; Gabby McDuffySupporting Actress in a Musical, “AIDA”; Jacquelyn Price- Lead Actress in a Musical, “AIDA” and Supporting Actress in a Musical, “Footloose”; and Hannah Unruh- Comic Actress in a Musical, “Footloose.”

At the regular Jackson County Legislature meeting Monday, County Executive Mike Sanders presented Employee of the Month Awards to two county employees, Bob Matthews and Erica Murren.

Matthews received the award for March for filling a vacancy while maintaining his other duties.

“There was an opening that had to be filled in terms of interim supervisor in the parks department in terms of the auto shop,” Sander said. “But he’s someone who has lot of other duties that he does at the Fred Arbanas Golf Course … He volunteered his time — and incredible team player — he volunteered his time, which is what he did, and did both jobs — interim supervisor, as well as doing all of his work still at the Fred Arbanas Golf Course.

“He wants to spend time with his family, but what he did was he gave that luxury up to do that for the parks department as well as for the Fred Arbanas Golf Course …

I always say there’s no greater honor than to be recognized by your peers

for what you do. They saw what you did, you led by example, you did an incredible job on both jobs.

We won’t ask you to do both going forward, but, in fact, an incredible job you did Mr. Matthews.”

Erica Murren, a GIS specialist, received the Employee of the Month award for June for efforts that resulted in cost savings for the county.

“She came to work with GIS and in that short time she jumped in and was really looking to have to retool a lot of the functions there with delinquent properties tax, sales processes,” Sanders said.

“If the county had to go out and bid that, it would have cost us $15,000 or more in terms of what that would have cost. What she did was, on her own, really took the initiative, helped retool that process on her own and saved the county, therefore the taxpayers, almost $15,000 … When she was nominated by her peers for this award, they said, ‘She is someone who goes above and beyond the entire time she’s been with the county.’

“Beyond doing that in-house, saving the tax

payers that much money … she’s worked on innovative COMBAT initiative, which is really geological tracking, geographic tracking. It climbs all throughout Jackson County, as well as a worked on a number of apps for the parks and recreation department. In a short amount of time, you’ve don’t a lot.”

Legislature action: The Jackson County Legislature approved the following items on the consent agenda: • Ordinance 4748, an ordinance appropriating $442,967.00 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2015 Grant Fund, in acceptance of the Family Court Division’s Juvenile Court Diversion Program grant received from the State of Missouri Division of Youth Services.

• Ordinance 4749, an ordinance transferring $22,061.00 within the 2015 general fund and appropriating $22,061.00 from the fund balance of the 2015 Anti-Drug Sales Tax Fund to provide matching funds for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office’s Victim Services Program.

• Ordinance 4750, an ordinance repealing Schedule

Award winners and nominees from Raytown High School pose with the trophy for Best Play at The Cappies Gala.

County gives GIS, parks workers Employee of the Month awards

Photos by Kris Collins Erica Murren receives the June 2015 Employee of the Month award from Jackson County Executive Mike Sanders for saving the county $15,000 by completing work in-house, rather than by contract.

III to Chapter 2, Jackson County Code, 1984, relating to Jackson County employees not within the Merit System, and enacting, in lieu thereof, one new schedule relating to the same subject.

• Resolution 18872, a resolution authorizing the County Executive to execute addenda to the Cooperative Agreements with Hope House, Newhouse, and Rose Brooks domestic violence shelters in order to provide assistance to victims of domestic violence during

Bob Matthews, right, receives the March 2015 Employee of the Month award from Jackson County Executive Mike Sanders. Matthews was nominated for the award for filling an interim position while maintaining his regular duties.

2015, at an aggregate cost to the County not to exceed $50,248.00.

• Resolution 18877, a resolution transferring $26,682.00 within the 2015 Anti-Drug Sales Tax Fund to provide matching funds for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office’s Victim Services Program.

• Resolution 18882, a resolution transferring $79,800.00 within the 2015 Assessment Fund and awarding a twelvemonth contract with three twelve-month options to

extend to Todd Appraisals of Kansas City, MO, for the furnishing of property advisory services for use by the Assessment Department, at an actual cost to the County for 2015 not to exceed $79,800.00, as a sole source purchase.

The legislature approved the consent agenda by a vote of 8—1 excused. Crystal Williams, 2nd district at-large representative, was absent from the meeting.

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MoDOT construction brings I-70 lane restriction • A two-month long bridge rehabilitation project is now underway on Interstate-70 over the Sni-A-Bar Creek just outside Oak Grove. As a result, the Missouri Department of Transportation is seeing traffic backups from Woods Chapel Road to Oak Grove. Delays are up to 30 minutes or more in this stretch of 10 miles. Crews reduced I-70 to one lane over the eastbound bridge. The westbound traffic was reduced to one lane on July 13.

• Crews will close all lanes of northbound and southbound Manchester Trafficway at I-70 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 18 for bridge demolition work.

Motorists will be detoured to the ramps to I-70. This

is all part of a project to replace the I-70 bridges over Manchester Trafficway, the Blue River and adjacent rail yard. All work is weather dependent.

• Crews will close the right lanes of eastbound and westbound Missouri 50 Highway between 3rd Street and Todd George Parkway at various times until Sunday, July 19 for full depth pavement repair work. All work is weather dependent.

Closure times: Friday, July 17 to Saturday, July 18, 9 p.m. to 11 a.m.

Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, July 19, 9 p.m. to 11 a.m.

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Board of education secretary retires Kathy Kennedy, secretary of the superintendent and the Raytown Board of Education, retired at the end of June after 29 years with the school district.

“I just think she had it in the back of her mind at some point 29 years in,” said Superintendent Allan Markley, who worked with Kennedy for seven years.

“She qualified for retirement and you know how it goes. She’s a great lady.

We’re going to miss her.”

During her time at the school district, Kennedy worked in various capacities throughout the school district, most recently serving Markley and the board

of education as secretary.

“She was very organized, had a lot of historical background in the district, she was an asset to us,” Markley said. “She has lived here a long time, she’s a forward thinker.

She did a great job of organizing this office and, of course, making sure things were meeting deadlines; just a pleasant person to be around.”

Rachel Johnston, who has worked in the district for eight years, is taking Kennedy’s place as board and superintendent secretary. Johnston previously worked in the technology and finance departments.

New $10 bill to feature woman in 2020

Secretary of Treasury Jacob J. Lew announced in June the redesign of the $10 bill will feature, for the first time in more than a century, a woman.

Lew said at The National Archives June 18 that the new bills will go into circulation in 2020 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, which secured the right to vote for women.

“Given the vital role women have played to build our nation, it is only right that our currency reflect their contributions,” Lew said. “In the past, we have honored women on our paper currency and on our coins and Congressional medals — great women like Martha Washington, Sacagawea, Susan B. Anthony, Helen Keller, Mary Lasker, and Rosa Parks. These women confronted the status quo, and for them, no challenge was (insurmountable), no problem unbeatable. But the fact is, today, a woman is nowhere to be found on any of our seven paper bills.

That is wrong, and it needs to change. We will right that wrong, and when the new, redesigned 10 dollar note is

released, it will bear the portrait of a woman.”

In 2013, the $10 bill was set as the next note to be redesigned.

Lew said Alexander Hamilton, the nation’s first Secretary of the Treasury, will remain on the bill in some form.

“We are exploring a range of options to make sure that he continues to be honored on the 10,” he said.

Democracy is the theme for the next redesigned series and Lew will select a woman recognized by the public as a champion for democracy in the United States. According to the Department of the Treasury website, by law, only a portrait of a deceased person may be included on bills. Given the theme of democracy, the Department of the Treasury is asking what democracy means personally to the public for input on the redesign. More information on the bill redesign may be found at TheNew10.

Treasury.gov. Input on the redesign may also be left on social media using #TheNew10.

The most recent redesigned $10 note entered circulation on March 2, 2006.

Enrollment for the August 2015 session open at Columbia College Kansas City Students may now enroll for the August 2015 session at Columbia College Kansas City. The session is set to begin Aug. 17, but students can register through Aug. 19 for online classes. The registration deadline for in-seat classes is Aug. 21. Classes will be completed in eight weeks.

The campus is located at Blue Ridge Tower, located at 4240 Blue Ridge Blvd., Ste. 400 in Kansas City and advisors are available to speak with new and current students.

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Couple arrested for child abduction A man and woman are in custody of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office after allegedly attempting to abduct a child in Lone Jack.

The couple’s identities are being withheld until charges are filed in the case, according to a statement from the sheriff’s office. Police received a call from the mother of the 6-month-old victim reporting her daughter went missing at approximately 11 a.m. in the 100 block of Battlefield Road.

The victim’s mother told

police she met the 22-yearold male suspect from Oak Grove so he could visit with the infant. During that meeting, the suspect allegedly took the child and left the scene, according to the sheriff’s office. The child was located within hours and safely returned to her mother.

Police also have in custody a 20-year-old female suspect from Blue Springs.

The Lone Jack Police investigated the case with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.

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Gov. Nixon vetoes bill usurping control from municipalities

By Kris Collins Last week Gov. Jay Nixon vetoed House Bill 722, a bill that would have restricted political subdivisions from establishing mandates for employers on minimum wage or employment benefits and was seen as political encroachment by some municipalities.

Raytown Administrator Mahesh Sharma said HB 722 wasn’t being followed by city personnel, however, he said he stays in contact with groups that track bills and their possible effects on municipalities, such as the Missouri Municipal League.

The Missouri Legislature received biting criticism from elected officials across

the state for its attempt to, from the perspective of local governments, interfere with local matters.

One such example comes in the form of a co-authored statement from Springfield Mayor Robert L. Stephens and City Manager Greg Burris, who wrote, “We find it very ironic that a legislature which has taken a strong stand against federal encroachment in state affairs apparently sees no conflict when they choose to interfere in the affairs of local governments.”

Similarly, Sharma said when he visits Jefferson City to meet with representatives from the Raytown area he expresses the same affinity for local self-governance.

Fire Chief: no fireworks calls on Fourth of July

By Kris Collins Despite the myriad celebrations of the nation’s independence, the Raytown Fire Protection District didn’t receive any fireworks-related calls on July 4.

“Oddly enough, we had more calls related to turkey fryers on Thanksgiving last year than we did fireworks,” Raytown Fire Protection Chief Matthew Mace said at a Fire Protection District Board meeting Tuesday.

Additionally, he reported fireworks vendors saw an increase in sales this year.

“We ended up having nine tents,” he said. “Of those tents, they all reported sales up from last year. They said when it’s a Saturday Fourth of July it’s always good for business, and people spent this year. Mother Nature didn’t try to help us out any. We lost two tents due to storms. They got them replaced the same day and back in business.”

Mace also reported at the meeting that the district renewed its employee insurance and hired two new firefighter-EMTs this past week.

“When they ask how we are doing I always tell them (just as) when you are frustrated with federal regulations that have an impact on the state, we want to make sure your decisions will not negatively impact our revenue or operations of municipalities or other government agencies,” he said.

“That’s a constant that we keep an eye on.”

The bill also included provision on grocery bags, specifically a merchant’s ability to provide paper and plastic bags to customers.

Furthermore, the bill would have prevented political divisions from imposing any ban, fee or tax on paper or plastic bags.

In his veto letter, Nixon,

wrote, “The extent of governmental overreaching in House Bill No. 722 is epitomized by the plastic bag ban. Irrespective of whether one favors paper or plastic, of all the issues facing Missouri families today, it is highly questionable that the bagging of groceries is one that warrants intervention by the long arm of state government. To be sure, there are areas that should remain the province of state law, but the limitations on local governments imposed

by House Bill No. 722 do not rise to the level of a blanket statewide prohibition.”

The amount of support for the bill in the House is insufficient for a veto override.

Kansas City man shot, killed in Independence A Kansas City man died Wednesday from a gunshot injury he suffered in the early morning hours in Independence.

According to the Independence Police Department, 41-year-old Arthur L. Ratcliff was found at approximately 4 a.m. at 30th Terrace South and Lee’s Summit Road with a lifethreatening gunshot injury.

He was transported to a hospital and was later pronounced dead.

A male, referred to in an Independence Police Department statement as

“the apparent shooter,” remained at the scene and was taken into custody. A handgun was also recovered at the scene of the shooting.

The incident is still being investigated by the criminal investigations unit.

The Independence Police Department is asking anyone with information about the incident to call the Tips Hotline at 816-474-8477, the Independence Police Department at 816-325-7777 or send emails leads@indepmo.org.

Former Jackson County correctional officer indicted

By Kris Collins A Kansas City man is charged with one count of deprivation of rights after he was indicted by a federal grand jury July 8 for allegedly using unreasonable force on an inmate in the Jackson County Detention Center in 2011.

According a statement from the office of Tammy Dickinson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of

Missouri, Young Isinwa, 45, of Kansas City, also known as Young McIkechi, was indicted for reportedly kicking an inmate, referred to as M.F. in the indictment, in the head while M.F, “was restrained and not posing a threat to the defendant or others” on or about Oct. 16, 2011. Furthermore, the indictment states Isinwa “willfully deprived M.F. of the right secured and protected by the Constitution

and laws of the United States to be free from the use of unreasonable force by one acting under color of law.”

The indictment states M.F. suffered bodily injury, but it does not specify the degree of injury. The class C felony against Isinwa carries a maximum sentence of 10 years imprisonment, three years of supervised release or a $100,000 fine.

Don Ledford, public affairs officers for the

Western District of Missouri U.S. Attorney’s Office, said the court appointed a public defender for Isinwa and that he was released on a personal recognizance bond. Ledford said he was unaware if Isinwa was fired as a result of the alleged incident. He stated, however, he knew Isinwa has not been employed as a correction officer at the Jackson County Detention center “for a while.”

Raytown administrator sees no impact from court overhaul bill

By Kris Collins

On July 9, Gov. Jay Nixon signed into law Senate Bill 5, which namely mandates written general procedures for police departments, policies on use of force by police officers, requires accreditation of police departments, and puts a cap on the amount of revenue a municipality can receive from court fees from traffic violations, though the impact may be slight on Raytown.

Nixon said, at a press conference while signing the bill in St. Louis, the 20 percent cap on general revenue from court fines set in the bill is eliminating “the profit motive pursued by some municipalities through their courts and reforming the municipal justice system to ensure that all citizens receive due process and equal protection under the law.”

Mahesh Sharma, Raytown administrator, said city personnel had been keeping tabs on SB 5 and great lengths to comply with the new laws

are not expected.

“This one part of Senate Bill 5, what they have done is put a 20 percent cap, which, looking at the city’s budget today, it really has no impact on us,” Sharma said.

“Again, it fluctuates. Right now, we are collecting in the amount of 8.2 percent of our general fund operating revenue, which is way below the threshold they put in of 20 percent.”

Sharma said although the amount of revenue from court fines fluctuates, it is typically less than 10 percent.

The city’s current 8.2 percent total revenue from court fees, including fines, associated costs and forfeitures, amounts to slightly more than $1 million, according to Raytown Finance Director Mark Loughry.

Additionally, Sharma said the new revenue reporting standards established into law by the bill will have minimal impact.

“I did have the bill sent to my finance director,” he said. “He did not indicate

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In addition to the revenue ceiling, the bill also caps the amount of money a single fine at $300. The bill also offers other avenues of payment, such as payment plans or community service, to the poor population. Sharma said most of Raytown’s fines don’t exceed $250. It’s notable that the revenue cap in St. Louis County is 12.5 percent.

“It’s been reported that while the 90 municipalities in St. Louis County accounted for only 11 percent of Missouri’s population, they brought in 34 percent of all municipal court fines and fees statewide,” Nixon said.

One portion of the bill that will affect Raytown is the provision on police department accreditation, which,

per the bill, requires accreditation certification through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies or the Missouri Police Chiefs Association.

Raytown Police Department personnel said the department is not accredited.

Neither Chief Jim Lynch nor other higher-ranking staff in the police department was available for comment by Raytown-Brooking Eagle press time.

Included in the fiscal note for the bill was a budget concern voiced by officials from Independence, who stated their police department typically budgets $5,000 for the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies cost.

“For a medium-sized agency, it typically requires a dedicated staff member working year-round on the (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies) process,” the fiscal note reads. “That is in addition to annual dues and membership fees.”

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Willie Nelson: an artist for all reasons, for all reasons

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Long may it wave When I was a child during the 50s I lived in a wonderful place. It was described in this amazing song that we heard all the time. Back then I didn’t understand all the words, especially the part about the “donserly light” (“dawn’s early light”), but I certainly understood the last couple of lines. They used to send shivers down my spine, especially when there was a band playing with soldiers marching by, carrying their rifles, guarding the beautiful gold fringed, red, white and blue flag. I would stand at attention in my blue Cub Scout uniform and salute as they passed.

“O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave!”

My father had been in the Navy during WWII. It was a horrendous struggle, one which everyone hoped we would never again have to experience. It seemed that our freedom was indeed secured by those brave soldiers and sailors.

The reality is, however, that these final two phrases of the National Anthem are part of a question. It asks, “Oh, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave, o’er the land of the free and the home of the brave?” Sadly, some 50 years later, I’m not sure the answer is positive.

Yes, the flag still waves over this marvelous country.

But is it the land of the free?

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Press. This led to Lindroth’s own ½ hour television show sponsored by Hall’s cough drops.

One evening while Lindroth was performing in the “Cascades” of “The Opryland Hotel,” Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson dropped in because they had picked up on the buzz around town about this harpist who was the biggest attraction in all of Nashville. Nightly, he brought two shows of 5,000 people to standing ovations. Lindroth was performing in concert every night of the week to soldout houses.

Willie Nelson came up to Lindroth after one of the concerts where Lindroth was autographing his CDs and said, “Come on up with me to Merle’s suite and let’s visit,” and since my good friends Frank and Jeannie were with Willie I was also invited. Frank and Jeannie were the two acting as Willie’s managers who saved much of his memorabilia from the IRS liens hitting Willie to the tune of $32 million. Frank and Jeannie also opened a museum in Nashville down on Music Valley Drive called “Willie & Friends” and they were also responsible for getting Lindroth a fabulous display in the museum as one of “Willie’s Friends”.

When we arrived up to Merle Haggard’s suite at the Opryland Hotel, Merle immediately said to Lloyd, “I thought I had died and gone to heaven seeing you and your harp up on that stage down there”.

Lindroth laughed and said, “I would play for you and Willie any time you would like, and I love your music. You’re a genius”.

Before that meeting and visit was over with Lindroth, Willie and Merle, Merle asked Lindroth if he would like to be on Merle’s next album, and, of course, Lindroth immediately said, “yes.” From that one meeting, Lindroth was on two of Merle’s next albums titled “Natural High”

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many would do anything in their power to make sure those “other” individuals are denied their rights, denied their freedom, their equality. Then again, one of my favorite quotations, “I may not agree with what you say but I will defend to the death your right to say it,” turns out to be French, not American, although it expresses one of my fundamental beliefs.

I am not a constitutional scholar but I know the first ten constitutional amendments were supposed to guarantee our freedoms: “Life, liberty and pursuit of happiness”, those truths which were self-evident to Thomas Jefferson; self-evident in 1776 perhaps, but how about today?

Here is the other question raised by the National Anthem: Is this still the land of the brave? Are we brave enough to withstand the temptations to give away basic freedoms for an elusive sense of security? Are we brave enough to search for truth when we seek to exercise our right to vote? Are we brave enough to know that our religious beliefs are not threatened just because others believe differently than we do? Are we brave enough to love our neighbor, either next door, across our borders or across oceans; perhaps to even forgive our enemies, also taught by Christ? Just how brave is America?

The answer lies within your heart.

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After decades of running my talent agency in Toluca Lake (Burbank), California, booking everything from rockabilly to rhythm and blues, rock ‘n’ roll and everything in between, I made a decision to visit Nashville, Tennessee, where I had negotiated a rather lucrative and long engagement for one of my clients by the name of Lloyd Lindroth, known as “The Liberace of The Harp,” a name coined by Gene Telpner, an award-winning writer of the Winnipeg Tribune. Eventually, I made the move to Nashville and started booking 75 percent country talent.

Country was never my forte, but I quickly made friends with the likes of Lee Greenwood, Loretta Lynn, Willie Nelson, and Porter Waggoner, and Roy Acuff, who was considered “The King of Country Music” at the time.

The next few years took me back into the dressing rooms of all the Grand Ole Opry stars and I familiarized myself with every person connected to country music that I could. Tree Publishing, headed up by a man called Buddy Killen, who was president of Sony/Tree Publishing, produced the first country harp album ever done in Nashville called “Welcome to My World”. This started a blitz of publicity for my client, who was “knocking their socks off,” according to Joe Edwards of The Associated

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Home repair isn’t for the sleepy

Jason Offutt It’s a popular misconception that home repair should be left to the experts, by which I mean people who know the proper end of a hammer. I looked it up on

the Internet, and I am now one such person.

Holding my hammer by the (wait a second, gotta check Google) “handle” I looked at the space between my living room and dining room where my wife wanted an arch and decided it looked just fine the way it was. As most husbands know, my opinion doesn’t count.

The arch is a piece of architecture that has nothing to do with Archie Comics. It was used by various ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians, Babylonians, the Harappans (which sounds totally made up) and the Greeks. We’ll stick with the Greeks because architecture uses math, and Pythagoras

was a Greek mathematician who developed the Pythagorean theorem, which I’m pretty sure is the Greek word for whiskey.

Now I’m all theoremed up and ready to build the arch.

When attempting home repair it’s vitally important to have a plan, such as taking a nap. After another Google search told me a “plan” meant a sketch of what I wanted my work to look like, I grabbed a pencil and drew a picture of Scarlett Johansson in a bikini.

Excuse me, I need another swig of theorem.

Tools, I discovered, are vitally important parts of building things. I also discovered the Manliness Tool

Quotient Equation, which is this: the number of power tools a man owns is in direct relation to how often he has sex.

Oh, man. I need to go buy some power tools — now.

Tools are purchased at the hardware store, which is a big building filled with metal thingies, toilets (that are for display only. Trust me. I found out the hard way), bits of wood, and lots of people in the same colored shirt whose job it is to walk around and point out that screwdrivers are on Aisle 5.

I didn’t need a screwdriver, but the nice man also told me saws are on Aisle 7.

I needed a saw, something called a “chop saw,” which

I assume cuts boards with karate.

Wood is also available at a lot of hardware stores, and I needed wood. Scarlett Johansson isn’t going to build herself, you know.

Buying wood is difficult for someone who’s not a seasoned home repairertype person like me. First, it comes already cut. No limbs, bark, or tree houses attached to this wood. Second, the sizes the store claims the wood comes in are complete lies.

Turns out, a 2x4 board is not two inches by four inches. A 2x4 is actually one and a half inches by three and a half inches. This is because of something called “shrinkage” which has nothing to

do with what you’re thinking, you naughty, naughty person.

When I got home and unloaded the truck the arch didn’t look anything like the picture I drew. Oh, well. I’ll just have some more theorem and eat a burrito.

I’m sleepy now. I think I’ll build the arch tomorrow.

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.

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07/11/2015 08:04:04 569.080A - TAMPERING 1ST / AUTO/ STOLEN & NOT RECOVERED (F) 5600 block LAUREL AVE

07/09/2015 19:07:35 28.139 - CITY, STEALING/ FRAUD BY DECEIT PROPERTY OR SERVICE 10300 block E 350 Hw

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October trial set for Raytown man found with 1,000 child pornographic computer files

By Kris Collins An October jury trial has been set for a Raytown man and former karate instructor facing four child pornography charges after he was indicted by a federal grand jury in April.

Jered S. Faulkner, 36, of Raytown, is scheduled for a trial on Oct. 26. He is charged for allegedly attempting to produce child pornography with 7-year-old girl, identified as Jane Doe in court records, who attended a karate facility at which Faulkner worked at the time of the investigation, distributing and receiving child pornography over the Internet, and posses-

sion of child pornography, according to documents filed with the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri.

Faulkner was indicted on April 28 and he was arrested three days later, court records show.

The investigation on Faulkner began in fall of 2014 with the Kansas City Police Department, according to court records. A detective with the department traced an IP address associated with child pornography on the Internet to a residence in Kansas City, a former residence of Faulkner’s, and police executed a search warrant at Faulkner’s residence on 83rd

Street in Raytown Jan. 15, court documents show.

During the search, Faulkner’s computer was in what investigators said appeared to be reformat mode.

“Defendant initially denied having contact with (the occupant of his former Kansas City residence) that day, but later admitted that he had spoken with her that morning and was expecting the police to contact him,” court documents state.

A forensic analysis, despite an attempt to reformat the computer, yielded more than 1,000 image and video files of suspected child pornography, according to court records.

Further investigation revealed Faulkner downloaded two photos from his cell phone onto his computer in July 2014. Court documents state the photo is of a female, approximately 7 years of age, seated at a desk in an office area. The second image is of a female child with her shorts pulled down to her thighs and an adult male’s hand can be seen pulling the leg opening of the child’s underwear away from her body, revealing the skin underneath. The documents state the child’s face and genitals cannot be seen in the photo. During an interview with investigators, Faulkner reportedly said the two photos were of the

same child, identified as Jane Doe. The karate studio is not named in court documents.

He is currently being held in the United States Courthouse in Kansas City, court documents state.

United States Magistrate Judge John T. Maughmer ordered Faulkner’s detainment because, in addition to other reasons cited in court documents, the nature of the charges against him, his history of drug and alcohol abuse, his “significant” prior criminal record, and prior record of failing to appear in court proceedings. Furthermore, court documents state Faulkner is an illegal alien and is subject to deportation,

has no family ties in the area, has no steady employment and is not a long-time resident of the community. In a document filed by Assistant United States Attorney David Luna, Luna states Faulkner was “a potential flight risk because he is aware of the extensive potential punishment awaiting him upon conviction.”

Attempted production of child pornography, count one against Faulkner, carries a maximum penalty of a life sentence. In total, the three other counts against him carry a maximum 50 years imprisonment and $750,000 in fines.

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Producer’s continued from page 4 and “It’s all in the Game”.

Willie was doing a lot of traveling on the bus “The Honeysuckle Rose” and it was quite a while before we could meet again. Frank and Jeannie were able to save much of his personal belongings before the IRS finally seized. They saved his prized pool table, which now sits in the ‘Willie & Friends” museum along with hundreds of other items that all meant a lot to Willie.

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Loretta Lynn was born April 14, 1932 and Willie was born Willie Hugh Nelson on April 29, 1933. They are just about two weeks shy of being a year apart.

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requested them all the time when he knew they were going to be in the Nashville area.

Their answer was always “no.” Their work was never recognized like it should have been and new artist were coming on the scene. Therefore, Opryland considered those two as the elders among the stars in country music.

Willie had started “The Farm Aid” concerts to raise money for the needy farmers of the country and the first one, which included names

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such as Bob Dylan, Billy Joel, B. B. King, Roy Orbison and others, netted $9 million. Willie had hoped that the money would aid those farmers in danger of losing their land due to large debt on their farms.

The next time we met, Willie was just as affable as he was the first time at the Opryland Hotel. I finally got to board what I thought was “The Honeysuckle Rose One,” but there have been five “Honeysuckle Rose” buses to

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Willie has had quite an exciting life to say the least. We’ll learn more and more on Loretta Lynn, as well.

See you all next week.

Until then, as always, stay happy.

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Raytown Community Calendar EVENTS Raytown Farmers’ Market 2 p.m. — 7 p.m. Thursdays and 8 a.m. — 1 p.m. Saturdays The Farmers’ Market is held at 6210 Raytown Road.

Cash, debit, credit and SNAP accepted. The event includes fresh, locally grown produce, entertainment and demonstrations. More information at www.RaytownFarmersMarket.

Car Show and Picnic 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. July 11 The event is being held at Lane Avenue Baptist Church, at 9003 E. 87th St. in Kansas City.

The event is hot dogs and drinks will be available.

Owner’s compete for People’s Choice award. The rain-out date is July 18. For more information, call 816-215-6733 Raytown Chamber – Rotary Club Golf Tournament July 17 (rescheduled from May 29) Royal Meadows Golf Course, 10501 E. 47th St. Registration begins at 11 a.m. Lunch, a putting contest and silent auction follow at 1 p.m. The tournament is being played shotgun start (fourperson scramble) with multiple flights. Metal spikes and denim attire is prohibited. Collared shirts are required.

Raytown Arts Council presents Brigadoon 7:30 p.m. July 17-18 and 2 p.m. July 19 Raytown High School, Robert B. Atkin Performing Arts Center, 6019 Blue Ridge Blvd.

Tickets are on sale at the Raytown Hy-Vee, 9400 E. Missouri 350. Tickets may be purchased via phone at 816358-9940, or online at www.

RaytownArts.com. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Raytown South High School class of 1975’s 40-year class reunion July 17 and 18 More information and event details may be sought through the reunion committee via email at rshs1975@gmail.com.

Ice cream social

Noon — 3 p.m. July 18 Ivanhoe United Church of Christ, 6512 Woodson Rd. Ice cream social will include door prizes and entertainment. The event is free but the church is accepting donations.

Second annual ride for REAP 10:30 a.m. July 18 The second annual Fun House Pizza benefit motorcycle ride for the Raytown Emergency Assistance Program (REAP) starts at Blue Springs Harley Davidson, at 3100 NW. Jefferson St, Blue Springs, and ends 100 miles later at Fun House Pizza in Raytown, at 9120 E. Missouri 350. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. The event calls for a $20 donation per rider and a $10 donation per passenger. The registration fee is tax deductible. More information and the registration form are available at www.

FunHousePizza.com.

RRT and SPA meeting at Brigadoon 2 p.m. July 19 Raytown Retired Teachers and Support Personnel Association will attend the Raytown Arts Council production of Brigadoon at Raytown High, located at 6019 Blue Ridge Blvd. The organization encourages members to purchase tickets at Hy-Vee grocery store.

Flower show 2 — 4 p.m. July 25 The Raytown Garden Club is hosting “County Fair,” a standard flower show, at the Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church, located at 6429 Blue Ridge Blvd. The show is free and open to the public.

Democratic unity picnic 4 — 6 p.m. July 25 Cc. Lee Kenagy Park, Shelter No. 1, 9609 E. 79th St. The Jackson County Democratic Committee are hosting a picnic to benefit the Raytown Democratic Association and its efforts to get democrats elected in Jackson County.

Tickets cost $10 and must be purchased before the event.

A ticket affords entry to the picnic and a meal and beverage. Tickets may be ordered at http://goo.gl/aHKF53.

Vacation Bible school 6:30 — 8 p.m. July 27 — 31 Woods Chapel United Methodist Church is offering youth vacation Bible school at its Raytown Campus, located at 5413 Blue Ridge Cutoff. There is a family dinner at 6 p.m. before the Bible studies. Classes are offered for children 3 years of age up to fourth grade kids.

The theme of classes is “Everest: Conquering Challenges with God’s Might Power.”

Questions may be directed to Karen Schuler at 816-7958848 ext. 344.

Free movies in the park July 31 C. Lee Kenagy Park, 9609 E. 79th St The feature movie is Maleficent. The free event begins at dusk. Attendees must provide their own seating and blankets.

Friendly Club meeting 12 p.m. Aug. 5 The club is meeting at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, located at 8812 E Gregory Blvd. All are welcome at the club meeting for the potluck luncheon of sandwiches, salads, fruit and desserts.

Officers will also be elected at the meeting.

9th Annual Invitational Art Show & Sale 9 a.m. — 5 p.m. Aug. 21 —22 The Raytown Artist’s Association is putting on the 9th Annual Invitational Art Show & Sale for artists over 18 at St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene, located at 8500 E 80th Terrace. Cash awards, artist’s gift shops and a silent auction will all be a part of the event.

The deadline for entries if Aug. 14. More information on the event may be sought at 816507-6243.

Fourth annual Raytown Arts & Music Festival 11a.m. — 6 p.m. Aug. 29 C. Lee Kenagy Park, 9609 E. 79th St. The featured band for the event, among other bands performing, is Brewer & Shipley.

Food trucks and artists will be on site, and adult beverages are being provided by Fun

House Pizza. More information is available through the Raytown Parks and Recreation Department at 816-358-4100.

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 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 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 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.

City Hall, 10000 E 59 St.

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!

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Human Relations Commission Monthly: Third Thursday at 6:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St.

RAYTOWN TOPS - Chapter #0255 Weekly: Tuesdays at 9:00 am10:45 am Loma Vista Baptist Church, 8622 Blue Ridge Blvd. All are welcome to TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly. For more information, call Betty at 816356-6788 or Faye at 816-3584350 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

Fire Protection District Monthly: Second and Fourth Tuesday at 9:00 am City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. http:// www.raytownfire.com

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.

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Obituaries Barbara Ann Brown Barbara Ann Brown, 65, Wheatland, Mo., formerly of KCMO, died July 7, 2015, in her home. She was preceded in death by her father, William J. Brown, deacon of St. Bernadette Catholic Church.

Survivors include her mother, Lucy Brown of Wheatland, and brother, William J. Brown of Kansas City, Mo. Memorial Mass was held 11 a.m.

Wednesday, July 15, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, Hermitage, Mo. Graveside service was at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 16, at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 7601 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, Mo. Scott Huckins Scott Huckins, 50, KCMO passed July 8, 2015. Visitation was held Sat. July 11, 2015 at 1:00 PM with a memorial service at 2:00 PM at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown.

Thelma B. Hunt Thelma B. Hunt, 96, passed away July 7, 2015. Visitation was held from 11-12 pm, Saturday, July 11th at Muehlebach Funeral Care followed by a prayer service at 12pm.

Interment was at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Meadow View of Harrisonville (Activities Department in memory of Thelma Hunt), 2203 E. Mechanic St., Harrisonville, MO 64701. Thelma was born November 14, 1918 in Kansas City, MO to James and Opal Cowan. She graduated from Paseo High School. Thelma was a former member of Our Lady of Lourdes of Raytown

and currently a member of Our Lady of Lourdes of Harrisonville, MO. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles “Bud” Hunt; a grandson, Brad Stroup and a son-in- law, Dan Sickbert. Survivors include her daughters, Neda Bennett and husband Allan and Sharon Sickbert; grandchildren, Shelly, Stephanie, Kim, Jeff and Chris; great grandchildren, Cole, Charlie, Chandler, Zach, Ally and Abby; great-great grandchildren, Nile, Indi and Sara. Thelma enjoyed ceramics, sewing, square dancing, pinochle, bowling and in her later years “Bingo”. Thelma’s God given purpose and legacy was her patience and kindness. Her sense of humor, smile and kindness will be missed by all who knew her. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.muehlebachchapel.com Muehlebach Funeral Care. Established and Family Owned Since 1954.

Shirley Latare On July 10, 2015 Shirley Latare, 85, died peacefully, surrounded by her dear sister Luann and daughters Jennie, Peggy, Brendy, and Suzy. She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren Andrew, Ryan, Kelley, Elsa, and Luther, and son-in-law Paul. A proud member of the Robinson family of Raytown, Shirley married Wayne Latare in 1952. Before they started a family she taught kindergarten in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Raytown. A compassionate, strong, humorous and practical woman, she was passionate about many things, including her family,

caring for her fellow community members, and the health of our precious environment.

She had a deep social conscience and was well ahead of her time in many ways.

A celebration of her life and her outlook of hope was held at the Raytown Emergency Assistance Program (REAP) building on Wednesday, July 15 from 4-6 p.m. with words and music at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to REAP and to look for ways to honor Shirley by expressing kindness and compassion in your own lives.

Paul Daniel Gernhardt Paul Daniel Gernhardt, 87, Chesapeake, Va., formerly of Raytown, Mo., passed away on July 4, 2015. Graveside at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens (816) 353-1218. He was a Renaissance man of great creativity and genius. His inventions were many and he was loved. Newcomer’s Floral Hills Funeral Home & Cemetery, Dignity Memorial.

Dorothy Jean Gilmore Dorothy Jean Gilmore, 91, Raytown, MO, passed away July 8, 2015. Visitation was 10 – 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 14, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. at Mt. Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO. Interment in Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Dorothy was born May 23, 1924 in Kansas City, MO. She was a member of the Emig Silver Cross Circle of the International Order of King’s Daughters and Sons since 1968, serving in many capacities

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53. King mackerels 55. Ceremonial staffs 57. About money 60. Spoiled child 61. Infants 62. Semitic fertility god 64. __ Frank’s diary 65. Reimbursed 66. English pennies 67. 365 days 68. G. Gershwin’s brother 69. Stopping device CLUES DOWN 1. Inches per minute (abbr.)

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21. Small mergansers 25. Big Blue 26. Appear to be 27. Greek verse intended to be sung 29. Next to 30. Flying Pegasus corp.

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Fire up the grill with barbecue meatball skewers There’s nothing better than firing up the grill and gathering in the backyard with family and friends.

While everyone expects to see burgers, dogs and steaks, you can show your guests you’re a true barbecue master by serving up smoky, grilled appetizers fresh off the grill.

Try a new fan favorite of the season – barbecue meatball skewers with mozzarella— courtesy of Chris Lilly, world champion pitmaster.

This recipe for deliciously gooey grilled meatball skewers is a tasty way to kick the party off right.

The key is a little trick all pitmasters know: the twozone fire. Simply put, the two-zone fire splits the grill in half. Pile hot charcoal on one half for direct, high-heat cooking and searing, while leaving the other side free of charcoal for lower-temperature cooking of dishes, such as appetizers and sides.

Pitmasters and novice grillers alike choose Kingsford® charcoal to keep their grills burning bright. These

Obituaries continued from page 6 including President. She also served as President of Kansas City Union, Secretary and President of Missouri Branch, and Secretary and President of the International Order of King’s Daughters and Sons.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Gilmore, brother George Hart and her beloved dog Jingles. She is survived by her four children: Cheryl Naegler, Marilyn Gilmore, Janet (Alan) Larned, William J. (Renee’) Gilmore Jr, eight grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren.

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grates, is still hot. Food will cook there — just not as fast as on the direct side, right above the coals.

• Use the hot side of your grill for direct cooking with high heat—for example, searing a steak to get good color, caramelization and grill marks. Use the other side for slow, indirect cooking and to let foods cook through after searing. The coal-free side also serves as a flame-free zone. In case of flare-ups, just move your food to the indirect side until the flames subside, then move them back to the direct side to finish cooking.

Barbecue Meatball Skewers

Barbecue Meatball Skewers briquettes light faster and burn hotter than other fuel sources.

Follow these tips for creating the perfect two-zone charcoal fire: • Light your coals using a chimney starter or lighter fluid. For high heat, use a full

chimney of charcoal or light a pile of about 100 briquettes.

• Pour out your hot coals on one side or use a spatula or tongs to carefully move all the coals to cover 50 percent of the lower grill grate.

• The void space, free of coals directly underneath the

contributions may be made to King’s Daughters Home, 620 W. Boulevard, Mexico, MO 65265 or International Order of King’s Daughters & Sons, PO Box 1017, Chautauqua, NY 14722. Mt Moriah & Freeman Funeral Home & Cemetery. Dignity Memorial.

lowed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Jim was born June 1, 1943 in Kansas City, MO. He worked for the Independence Police Department from 1965 through 1998, when he retired from full time duty as a detective. Following his retirement he traveled, mainly to golf. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorials be made to St. Mark’s Catholic Church of JKV, Village Hospice. (Arr. Heartland 816-3131677) Heartland Cremation & Burial Society. 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri 64133, (816) 313-1677.

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James “Jim” Hayward James “Jim” Hayward, 72, Independence, MO passed away July 7, 2015 at John Knox Village Hospice House.

A visitation will be held from 3:30-4:30, Sunday July 19, 2015 at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 3736 S. Lee’s Summit Road, Independence, MO 64055, fol-

Ingredients • One pound ground beef • 1/2 cup bread crumbs • 1/3 cup basil, chopped • One egg, scrambled • Three tablespoons onion, diced • 1/2 teaspoon salt • Four ounces fresh mozzarella

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Cheryl Lynn Smith Sortore Cheryl Lynn Smith Sortore, born Feb 21st, 1953, passed July 2nd, 2015. Cheryl grew up in Raytown and was active, with her mother Bernice, raising and showing horses. She came from a vaudeville family and was blessed with the gift of showmanship. She loved an audience and never disappointed with her stories and wit. Receiving her Fine Art degree from UMKC, Cheryl became a talented painter and designer. Through her own business, Trout Design, she was

• Two cups KC Masterpiece Kansas City Classic Barbecue Sauce • Twenty three-inch wooden skewers Preparation 1. Build a charcoal fire for indirect cooking using Kingsford® Charcoal by situating the coals on only one side of the grill, leaving the other side void. Preheat to 400°F. 2. In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, basil, egg, onion and salt. Mix well.

3. Form about 20 meatballs using two tablespoons of beef mixture for each meatball. Place meatballs over indirect heat and close grill lid.

Cook for 10 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F. 4. While meatballs cook, form a ball of mozzarella (one teaspoon each) around each wooden skewer, one inch from the end. Remove meatballs from grill and stick a mozzarella skewer into top of each meatball. Place back on grill over indirect heat,

best known for many menu and restaurant graphics in Kansas City. Her calligraphy work was outstanding. Cheryl was also a columnist and copywriter. Her writing was often published in editorial or opinion sections of local papers. She was a supportive, loyal, loving friend to many and will be greatly missed.

God speed beloved Cheryl.

She leaves behind her partner of 22 years, Eldon “Corky” Nelson, nephew Rick Smith, and niece Stephanie Smith. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 23rd at Charter Funerals in Gladstone. Charter Funerals,

close the grill lid and cook for an additional two minutes, or until the cheese melts.

5. Pour two cups barbecue sauce into a bowl. Once the cheese melts, remove each skewer from grill and immediately dip meatball into barbecue sauce, up to the bottom of the melted cheese.

Serve warm.

Serves: 20 meatball skewers Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes Source: Kingford Products Company

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William Baker William Baker, 84, Raytown, MO, passed away July 12, 2015. Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 18, at Mt. Moriah Cemetery, 10507 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MO. Mt Moriah & Freeman Funeral Home & Cemetery.

Linda F. Nance Linda F. Nance, 67, of Raytown, MO Died Fri. 7/10/15.

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Farmers’ Raytown Artist’s Association bringing Invitational Art Market vendors report theft Show & Sale

By Kris Collins

The Raytown Artist’s Association is hosting its 9th annual Invitational Art Show & Sale from 9 a.m.

— 5 p.m. Aug. 21 and 22 at St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene, located at 8500 E 80th Terrace. The event is free to the public and artists 18 years of age or older age welcome to participate in the show. The deadline for submitted work is Aug. 14.

Dawn Thomas, president of the Raytown Artist’s Association, said 60 to 65 artists typically participate in the event.

“It’s a big show,” she said. “We’re getting pretty well known in the local Kansas City community for art shows. We get more and more entries every year.”

The event includes cash awards, a silent auction and

an artist’s gift shop where the participants work may be purchased.

“You’ll see everything from the best of the best to the people who are just starting out,” Thomas said.

“It’s a great opportunity.”

Thomas may be contacted at 816-507-6243 for more information on the event.

Two Raytown Farmers’ Market regular vendors reported their produce stolen from their home garden while they were at the Farmers’ Market Saturday.

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Department of Conservation allows permit images through mobile devices

After July 30, the Missouri Department of Conservation will accept the use of electronic images of permits on mobile devices as legal, valid permits for Missouri hunters, anglers, and trappers.

Previously, hunters, anglers, and trappers had to carry paper copies of.

For fishing permits and most hunting permits, an electronic image of the permit, such as a PDF, on a mobile device will be sufficient. The exceptions are for deer and turkey permits.

Free “MO Hunting” mobile app for deer and turkey permits

Deer and turkey hunters must void their permits after harvesting related game animals and report their harvests using the Telecheck harvest reporting system. A simple electronic image of those permits is not sufficient to complete this process. The Missouri Department of Conservation’s free “MO Hunting” mobile app takes care of these requirements.

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ables Missouri hunters, anglers, and trappers to purchase, view, show, and store current hunting, fishing, and trapping permits and associated details. It also shows permits purchased during the previous year. “MO Hunting” also lets deer and turkey hunters electronically void their permits and Telecheck their harvests directly from the app. “MO Hunting” even uploads Telecheck confirmation numbers back to the mobile device and enables hunters to view details on all deer and tur-

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“MO Hunting” is available in the Google Play and iTunes stores. Find more information about this app and other MDC apps at mdc.mo.gov/mobile/mobile-apps.

Archer’s ancient skills are finding modern roles. The bow and arrow once signified survival. Today, archery is still used in hunting and plays a role in food gathering, especially deer hunting, and target archery is growing in popularity.

Archery equipment is available that is adaptable to all ages. People with physical challenges will find ranges accessible to wheelchairs.

Specialized gear enables people with other physical challenges to shoot archery.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) offers training and shooting

Additional labeling requirements

After being Telechecked, harvested deer and turkeys may be possessed, transported, and stored by anyone when labeled with the permit or any label that includes the full name and address of the hunter, date taken, and Telecheck confirmation number.

ranges that makes the ancient art accessible to anyone.

Conservation Department shooting ranges and nature centers offer archery classes at various times during the year.

Both staffed and unstaffed archery target shooting ranges are available in the Kansas City metro area.

MDC’s Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center will offer an Adult Summer Camp archery session 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21. The course will teach adults the basics of target archery shooting with compound bows. Discovery Center is located in the heart

of Kansas City at 4750 Troost Ave. This program is free but advance registration is required by calling 816-759-7300.

The Lake City Shooting Range will offer a Beginning Archery course 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 5. An archery class designed for teenagers is from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13. Both classes are free, but advance registration is required by calling 816-2493194. The Lake City Range is part of Landahl Park east of Independence and north of Blue Springs. The address is 28505 E. Truman Road in Buckner.

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