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Raytown students to launch spacecraft in spring 2017 By Kris Collins Science, technology, engineering, arts and math students may not be dragging their feet back to school but rather running considering a new student-lead project set to begin this fall: a low-orbit satellite launch. On the eve of the 47th anniversary of the Neil Armstrong’s first step onto the moon’s surface, Raytown C-2 School District Superintendent Alan Markley debuted the project, Raytown Mission to Space: IGNITE Satellite Program. “Basically, we’re going to be creating a low-orbit satellite, so we’re going to design it, put all the ingredients in it and choose what it relays back to us,” said Jacob Pryor, a Raytown High School senior recruited for the program. “We’re all iffy on how we’re going to do it yet because we haven’t worked out the details ourselves, but it’s definitely going to be well worth it.”

Through a partnership with Interorbital Systems, students from Raytown High School and Raytown South High School will research, design, and build a satellite. The cherry on top of the ninemonth project will be the satellite launch off the coast of California on Interorbital’s Neptune Rocket. The idea for the launch came from the district’s technology department, which started the IGNITE (inspiring, growing, and nurturing imagination in technology education) program to give students hands-on experience in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) disciplines. “This project is one we want the community to follow closely,” Markley said. “Students will share updates, images and videos available through our district website and our social media outlets. We also hope to stream the launch live.” Students will be using the

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Photo by Kris Collins (Front row, from left) Raytown South High School sophomore Jacob Dobb; Raju Nichols, sophomore at Raytown South High School; (back row, from left) Jacob Pryor, Raytown High School senior; Joshua Blew, Raytown South High School sophomore; and Raytown High School senior Spencer Bryant were some of the students recruited for the IGNITE Satellite Program.

hashtag #RaytownInSpace for posts associated with the project. Melissa Tebbenkamp, the districts’ director of instructional

technology, said 12 students were recruited for the program at the close of the school year in May. She

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Morgana’s Gluten Free Bakery opens By Kris Collins Morgana’s Gluten Free Bakery in downtown Raytown had its soft opening Wednesday after 20 years in the making. Well, not quite. Owner Morgana Burke first started experimenting with glutenfree recipes 20 years ago by circumstance, and for the past four years she has been turning her avocation into something more. “Last year I did a lot of vendor events and I did the Lee’s Summit Farmers Market, as well,” she said. “I was getting enough business that it was too much for my small kitchen.” In February, she moved her business to 9711 E. 63rd St. in downtown Raytown and began

Photo by Kris Collins Morgana Burke and her son, Nick Burke, inside Morgana’s Gluten Free Bakery on opening day.

making interior upgrades with her son, Nick Burke. In fact, everything but the plumbing and electrical was built by the mother-son team. Burke said she plans to host a grand opening in the coming weeks. For now, the bakery will serve cupcakes, cookies, pies, bread and biscuits from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursday and Fridays, and from 1 to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays. Morgana Burke said the bakery also offers vegan products and can fill orders for specialty diets to accommodate those with allergies. Morgana’s Gluten Free Bakery may be reached at 816-313-5113. More information may be found online at http://MorganasKC.com.

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By Kris Collins The Raytown Board of Aldermen held a statutorily required 5-year public hearing for the Raytown Live Tax Increment Finance District on Tuesday evening at City Hall. The public hearing did not include a formal presentation after figures: as expected. The board instead asked questions of Ruben Pate, a representative of the developer, Block & Company, Inc., based on financial and project information in the board packet submitted by Block. Pate said, as the president of construction for Block & Company, he did not have answers to many financial questions. Specifically, Alderman Jason Greene questioned the lowered property values of undeveloped land in the district. Greene claimed one piece of property value had decreased by hundreds of thousands of dollars. The Raytown-Brooking Eagle could not corroborate that claim by press time. However, The Eagle is aware of other, lesser decreases in property values for parcels within the same development area. Alderman Eric Teeman expressed his sharp disappointment in the performance of the TIF. Raytown is “bleeding dry from that project,” he said. Teeman cemented his point by saying he was glad Block & Company was not profitable in the development and hurting alongside the city. The hearing came to a close after an hour-and-forty-five minutes. The Eagle was not able to compile a full report by press time. Check next week’s edition for full coverage.

Downtown car show raises funds for Dream Factory

By Kris Collins Though not heavily advertised, a car show drew a crowd this past Sunday in downtown Raytown on the newly improved 63rd Street. Jason Von Woods, owner of Ragin Pinstripping and Sign Writing, and Jim Clark, owner of Raytown Shoe Repair, organized the event. Von Woods, president of Raging Rats Car Club of Kansas City, said this is the second such event that has been organized following a renewed desire from gearheads in the metro area to gather around, talk about and admire cars since a similar event regularly held in Independence ended. Approximately 100 cars were on display for the event. Apart from the enjoyment one gets from a summer day spent examining works of art disguised as cars and the boon heavy foot traffic brings downtown businesses, the event benefitted Dream Factory of Kansas City, a national organization that fulfills the dreams of seriously ill children. “Every dime we raise goes straight to charity,” Von Woods said. “Every time we do a show, all the funds go to a charity.” The event raised $2,045 for Dream Factory. Von Woods said

he hopes to hold car cruises in downtown Raytown regularly, but not just for car lovers. “That’s kind of the goal, to end up having it go down 63rd and have all the businesses involved and start bringing money in to the downtown area,” he said. “There’s so many car guys out here in Raytown and they all want the cruise (car show) back. It’s just where everyone brings their cars out and hangs out.” More information about the car club may be found at https://www. facebook.com/RaginRatscckc.

Photos courtesy Pete Loughlin From left, Ralph and Elaine Apel and Ralph Turec, of Dream Factory of Kansas City, at the car show this past weekend taking donation as the charity beneficiary of the show.

Throngs of people gathered in downtown Raytown this past Sunday for a car show organized by Ragin Rats Car Club of Kansas City.

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Space continued from page 1 said the hope is for the project team to grow after the start of the coming school year. Interested students are encouraged to join the build team and the support team, she said. Students will direct project management, engineering, programming, HAM radio operation, photography, and marketing surrounding the project. Approximately 10 staff members, including one afterschool sponsor from each high school, will be on-hand to assist students as needed. Tebbenkamp said the students are starting with a satellite kit that includes sheet metal, batteries and solar panels. The students will be responsible for the rest of the materials and build. “They will need to design and have printed their own circuit boards,” she said. “They will shop for and research and purchase the supplies that need to go inside, so any kind of datacollection agents — maybe a camera, thermostat, or GPS system. They will research those and actually design and build. Their kit is very minimal.” The students will be launching a TubeSat, which, as the name suggests, is a cylindrical satellite. It’s comparable in size to a bottle of water or coffee can. “These diminutive satellites may look small and they may seem like toys, but they’re actually real, functioning spacecraft,” said

Photo by Kris Collins Raytown C-2 School District Superintendent Alan Markley, center, speaks Tuesday about a new student-lead project that by spring 2017 will send a satellite into low orbit. School Board Director Jerome Barnes and Melissa Tebbenkamp, director of instructional technology, look on.

Randa Milliron, CEO of Interorbital Systems. “When the students finish their build, they will have built something that can communicate with them from space; that they can send messages to, and it can do work for them on orbit.” The research students collect will be used to enhance the district’s K-12 curriculum the following year. Markley said it’s possible this program will serve as a pilot, with the potential for continuing into future years or evolving into other similar projects. Administrators don’t expect the project expenses to exceed far beyond the $10,000 startup cost. “It’s more than just about

what it means for the district,” Markley said. “What does it mean for our economy, our society as a whole? That is where the workforce is leaning and where the high-paying jobs and the jobs that are lasting jobs are going to be. Hopefully it will create that stir among students that this is something we can really get our minds around. “The common saying is you want a job where you feel you never worked a day in your life, so that’s the kind of opportunity we want to give kids.” Project timeline: • September — Introduction to low orbits and amateur radio concepts • October — Work on digi-

tal electronics (circuit boards and programming) • November — Program and design the Raytown satellite prototype • December — Test the prototype and collect results • January — Analyze the results of the prototype tests; refine and rebuild • February — Finalize satellite orders and begin assembly • March/April — Final prelaunch testing • May — Launch into orbit on Interorbital’s Neptune Rocket More information, including how to follow progress on the districts social media accounts, on the project may be found at http:// RaytownSchools.org.

Photo by Kris Collins Raytown High School debater Romeo Bagunu is recognized by Raytown Mayor Mike McDonough Tuesday evening at the Board of Aldermen meeting for his accomplishments in national debate. Bagunu and Israel Hanke, who could not be present Tuesday, were recognized for placing second in the United States bracket and third in the international bracket of the National Speech and Debate Tournament in Salt Lake City, Utah in June.

Missouri House dist. 28 candidate forum July 26 The Raytown Area Chamber of Commerce and the League of Women Voters of Kansas City/Jackson, Clay and Platte counties are hosting a forum at 6:30 p.m. on July 26 for the candidates for the district 28 seat in the Missouri House of Representatives. Candidates will answer written questions from the audience during the moderated forum. Time has been

allotted for candidates to meet constituents at the end of the event. The forum will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Raytown City Hall, located at 10000 E 59th St., in the council chambers. Questions may be directed to Vicki Turnbow, president of the Raytown chamber, at 816-353-8500 or via email at president@raytownchamber.com.

Jackson County Legislature July 18 review By Kris Collins The Jackson County Legislature approved the following

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propriating $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. • Item 4863, an ordinance appropriating $75,000 from the fund balance of the 2016 grant fund in acceptance of a grant received from the Unit-

ed States Office of National Drug Control Policy High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program for use by the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force. • 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. • Item 19207, a resolution transferring $60,008 within the 2016 assessment fund to cover the cost of seasonal employees for use by the assessment de-

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KCK officer killed in shooting Tuesday Kansas City Kansas Police Officer Capt. Robert D. Melton, 46, was killed in the line of duty on Tuesday. According to Chief Terry Zeigler, Melton was shot and killed while pursing criminals. Zeigler said

the Melton’s death was not the result of a planned attack on police, as has been seen around the country in the past weeks. A candlelight vigil was held at Kansas City, Kansas City Hall Wednesday evening.

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Frank White Jr. to attend White House ceremony for the World Champion Kansas City Royals Jackson County Executive Frank White Jr., has been invited by the White House to join President Barack Obama and others in celebrating the Kansas City Royals’ 2015 World Series victory. The trip will mark the Royals’ first trip to the White House since County Executive White and his fellow 1985 World Series champions were honored by former President Ronald

Reagan. “It is a great feeling to witness players that I managed and coached win the World Series and be celebrated by the president of the United States,” White said. “It is an honor and a privilege to represent the people of Jackson County each and every day, but I must admit, this is truly special.”

ABA profession basketball comes to Independence The Kansas City Soul of the American Basketball Association is coming to Independence. The Kansas City Soul will play its 2016/2017 home games at the historic Truman Memorial Building. “The metropolitan area needs basketball, and it is

very rewarding to know that the Soul will be able to provide that service to the community. The support we have received so far has tremendous, and we look forward to opening day,” said Managing Director Bryant Tucker.

Community leaders receive KCATA Rosa Parks SPIRIT Awards On Aug. 16, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority will present the 4th annual KCATA Rosa Parks SPIRIT Awards, celebrating individuals and organizations that, in the spirit of Civil Rights Leader Rosa Parks, are making a difference in metro Kansas City and in public transit. “Just as Rosa Parks devoted her life to equality and justice, this year’s winners have worked to provide access to opportunity in our region,” said KCATA President and CEO Robbie Makinen. This year’s award will honor four difference makers and the honors include: • The Champion of Transit Award, presented to Emanuel Cleaver, U.S. Representative, 5th District. Cleaver has been instrumental in securing federal funding for regional transit improvements, including MAX Bus Rapid Transit, the downtown streetcar, TIGER grants and ShotSpotter. • The RideKC Award, presented to Jermaine Reed, Kansas City, Missouri city

councilman, 3rd district. Reed has strongly supported improving transit access to opportunity as chairman of the city council’s transportation and infrastructure committee and has led the Prospect MAX advisory committee that secured federal funds for Kansas City’s third MAX Bus Rapid Transit line in the Prospect Corridor. • The Community Partner Award, presented to KC Streetcar Authority for working collaboratively with residents and businesses to return streetcar service to downtown after 50 years while ensuring streetcar service is integrated with regional transit service and is part of the RideKC brand. • The Business Partner Award, presented to Alphapointe for private sector support of public transportation to improve the quality of life for its employees, residents and visitors to the city that has resulted in a higher level of customer service and sensitivity for the riding public.

Former Springfield man pleads guilty for defacing Islamic Center A former Springfield man has pleaded guilty and been sentenced in federal court for defacing The Islamic Center of Springfield with graffiti. Joshua Daniel Lobsien, 24, of Orland, California, formerly of Springfield, waived his right to a grand jury and pleaded guilty on July 12 to the federal charges. Lobsien admitted that he and Adam David Smock, 24, of Edgewater, California, formerly of Springfield, and a minor who was 14 years of age, spray painted graffiti on the exterior walls of the Islamic Center of Springfield on Jan. 7, 2011. The court sentenced Lobsien to five years of probation, including 20 hours of community service and ordered him to pay $5,220 in restitution. Lobsien personally apologized to the leadership of the Islamic Center of Springfield for his crime.

Smock pleaded guilty on Dec. 29, 2015, to participating in a conspiracy to oppress, threaten, and intimidate worshippers at the Islamic Center of Springfield in the free exercise of their religious beliefs. A sentencing hearing is scheduled on Aug. 18. Smock admitted that he selected the Islamic Center of Springfield for vandalism, to threaten and intimidate worshippers. The total cost of damage to the Islamic Center of Springfield was $15,662. Under the terms of a plea agreement, Smock will be incarcerated for 14 days, followed by a five-year term of supervised release, and must pay $10,440 in restitution and perform 40 hours of community service. Smock must meet with and personally apologize to the leadership of the Islamic Center of Springfield for his crime.

Investing: A marathon, not a sprint Submitted by George Koepp Next week, the 2016 Summer Olympics begin in Rio de Janeiro. One of the most compelling events is the marathon, a 26.2-mile endurance contest with roots dating back to ancient Greece. It may be that we’ve kept our interest in the marathon because it can teach us much about life – and it certainly has lessons for investors. In fact, if you were to compare investing to an Olympic sport, it would be much closer to a marathon than a sprint. Here’s why: • Long-term perspective – Sprinters are unquestionably great athletes, and they work hard to get better. Yet their events are over with quickly. But marathoners know they have a long way to go before their race is done, so they have to visualize the end point. And successful investors, too, know that investing

is a long-term endeavor, and that they must picture their end results – such as a comfortable retirement – to keep themselves motivated. • Steady pacing – Sprinters go all out, every second and every stride. But marathoners have to pace themselves – too many spurts of speed could tire them out and doom their performance. As an investor, you, too, should strive for steady, consistent progress. Rather than attempting to rush success and achieve big gains by chasing after supposedly “hot” stocks – which may already have cooled off by the time you hear about them – try to follow a long-term strategy that emphasizes diversification among many different investments. (Keep in mind, though, that while diversification can reduce the impact of market downturns that primarily affect one type of asset, it can’t guarantee success or prevent all losses.)

• Ability to overcome obstacles – When sprinters stumble or fall, they are finished for the race; there’s simply not enough time to recover, so they typically just stop. But over 26 miles, a marathoner can fall and – providing he or she is not injured – get up again, compete and possibly even win. When you’re investing for the long term, you have time to overcome “mishaps” in the form of market volatility. So instead of dropping out of the “race” and heading to the investment sidelines, stay invested in all types of markets. As you near retirement, and you have less time to recover from market downturns, you may need to adjust your portfolio to lower your risk level – but even then, you don’t need to call it quits as an investor. • Proper fueling – Sprinters have to watch what they eat. But world-class marathoners have to be ultra-diligent

about their diets, especially in the period immediately preceding a race. Because they must maximize the oxygen their bodies can use while running, they need a high percentage of their calories to come from carbohydrates, so they “carbo-load” when needed. When you invest, you also need to periodically “refuel” your portfolio so it has the energy and stamina needed to keep you moving forward toward your goals. And that means you must add dollars to those areas of your portfolio that need beefing up. Regular reviews with a financial professional can reveal where these gaps exist. As an investor, you can learn a lot from Olympic marathoners – so put this knowledge to good use. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Alderman support senior housing application, approve service expenses By Kris Collins During its regular meeting Tuesday evening, the Raytown Board of Aldermen approved a resolution in support of an application to the Missouri Housing Development Commission from 3 Diamond Development, a company seeking tax credits to develop a 60-unit, senior housing development near 59th Street and Blue Ridge Cutoff. The board voted 5-3 to adopt the resolution. Aldermen Mark Moore, Jim Aziere and Alderwoman Janet Emerson voted in opposition. Alderwoman Karen Black was absent from the meeting. The board’s support is not required but is a boon to 3 Diamond Development’s application to receive the tax credits. The board heard public comment in favor and against the development before a lengthy discussion.

Most neighbors in opposition to the development wanted the land to remain untouched, a play area for neighborhood children. Alderman Steve Meyers spoke directly to the residents, sharing that he had similar worries when Jessica Estates was being built near his home. That development, he said, has been an asset to his neighborhood. “Is it what you want? No, you want it empty,” he said. “The prospect of that probably isn’t realistic. Somebody is going to develop that property. Sixty units with greenspace, if that’s what comes it’s not the end of the earth for you folks.” Meyers’ words rang truer considering the property is privately owned. Development plans, barring any special condition permits or variances, would not necessarily come back before the board for approval. The property is zoned for residential use.

Alderman Bill VanBuskirk noted that the board was not approving the development but rather giving its support to the company in its quest for tax credits. Purchases The board also approved a $15,000 contract with Lawn Logic, LLC for mowing and nuisance abatement services. Ray Haydaripoor, acting development and public affairs director, said the city has had poor luck with finding reliable contractors in the past. The city has used four different contractors in the past six years, he said, and Lawn Logic has been the most responsive and provides the best work. The board approved the expense by vote of 7-0. Alderman Moore was not present when the vote was taken. The aldermen unanimously approved a $41,580 expense to fix a sink hole that developed near Crescent Drive and Elm Avenue. The work had been completed

when the expense came before the board because it was an emergency repair. Scott Hanson, of the public works department, said old metal stormwater pipes below the road caused the sink hole. Two new stormwater inlets, two stormwater pipes were installed and the road was repaired. The board unanimously approved a $352,000 bid for Vance Brothers, Inc., to apply granite chip seal to five neighborhoods. Hanson said Vance Brothers has done similar work for the city during the past six years. The bid also calls for the parking lot and walking rail at C. Lee Kenagy Park to be crack sealed, as well as a chip seal on the hiking trail at Sarah Colman-Livengood Park. Appointments The board approved unanimously the appointments of James Bradshaw and Charles D. Wilson Jr. to the elected officials compensation review board.

Raytowner participates in national leadership program By Kris Collins Recent Raytown High School graduate Katelyn McAlister was one of five high school seniors from the Kansas City Metro Area chosen to participate in the 2016 Bank of America Student Leaders program this summer. Students participating in the program complete an eight-week, paid internship and attend a Student Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. “Her leadership capabilities shone through, she was extremely highly thought of by the reference she got from her school and was just outstanding,” said Linda Lenza,

senior vice president and market manager for Bank of America. “We were very impressed and definitely wanted to have her as one of our fine student leaders this year.” The focus of the weeklong summit was to teach student leaders how to build a more diverse and inclusive society, gain a better understanding of how crosssector collaboration creates community impact and to become part of a network of community leaders that will support their citizenship and engagement. McAlister said the summit was not only educational but inspiring, noting she was working alongside other student leaders, who at

the age of 17 or 18, had started nonprofit organizations in their home communities. “It’s nice to see there’s somebody else doing something great, too,” she said. McAlister, along with the other four students from the Kansas City area chosen for the program, is completing her internship with Youth Volunteer Corps of Greater Kansas City, a nonprofit organization that aims to create and increase volunteer opportunities to enrich youth, address community needs, and develop a lifetime commitment to service. She has mostly worked from the offices directing and leading students through volunteer projects at Habitat

For Humanity sites, at community kitchens or on agriculture or farming projects. “We build a team, we build a community and we make that change within the community,” said McAlister, who has a long track record of community volunteerism. The other 2016 student leaders from the Kansas City Metro Area were: James Bednar, of Kansas City; Lauren Bernard, of Leawood, Kansas; Rachel Li, of Olathe, Kansas; and Mari Torres, also of Kansas City. Of the thousands of applications for the program, 220 students were accepted to participate in this year’s program.

be reached by Freddy’s and the property owner, Block & Company, Inc. Block claims the project stalled because Freddy’s

had a conflict with the city of Raytown. Freddy’s claims the delay is in the development plans, which would require Freddy’s to build a thoroughfare from Freddy’s to the neighboring Bank of America property line. Mark Loughry, interim city administrator, told the board of aldermen during Tuesday evening’s regular meeting that he had heard both stories.

Lexie Pearce, public relations manager for Freddy’s, confirmed development plans have been delayed, but the company plans to bring Freddy’s to Raytown at an alternative location. “We’re working to acquire a new site in the market and we hope we’ll be able to formally announce a development timeline sometime soon,” Pearce said in an email.

Freddy’s location in Raytown uncertain

By Kris Collins A representative of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers said the chain restaurant will likely open a location in Raytown, but it’s uncertain where. The restaurant was originally planned to go in near Missouri 350 and Raytown Road, but development stalled after an agreement on the final design could not

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The Police/White Privilege cartoon in your July 15th paper is appalling. It’s appalling in any community, but considering how much the Raytown Police Department accommodates the black community, it is especially appalling that you would choose a cartoon like that for a Raytown paper. You, of all people, should know that. You should really do some investigative reporting on the Meadowlane neighborhood, especial-

Letter to the editor: The last couple of weeks has been the pits with four funerals, riots, stupid killings and a lot of news media stirring up discontent. The big question is: what do we do to get out of this funk? The president and congress can’t sit down and discuss it, the clergy and police are in the middle and don’t seem to be able to make these times work. Is there really an answer to our great divide? At the Hy-Vee coffee club we older citizen talk about solutions, but haven’t come up with a good one. It seems like we keep coming back to one basic thing and that would be to put the word RESPECT back in vocabulary. We as a country lost this when my generation introduced the words “me and I” and “I want my kids to have more than I had.” Well it only took me sixty years to realize that wasn’t

ly Lane Dr. I’ll be glad to help with that piece. There’s a lot of drug dealers and creeps in that area. It seems to me that blacklivesmatters is just an excuse for more violence from the black community. It’s too bad that the people reporting the news don’t go to journalism school anymore. And it’s too bad that the people reporting the news have absolutely no integrity. Stupid people are really dangerous. Julie Arth

true and by that time it was too late. We grew up maybe not liking the police or our teachers but we RESPECTED them. We also respected our families, neighbors and older people. Now we do not RESPECT anyone. This has lead us down a dark road and we can’t see where we are going or where we have been. We need to start and work down the word again and make it a top priority for our country. We have to respect everyone, then throw out the words hatred, racism, black, white, rich, poor (several other come to mind) and just add RESPECT. You can’t have LOVE without it. I am going to try and meet a new person every day and say, “My name is Al Maddox and I respect you and I hope we can have a discussion about RESPECT, and let’s pass it on.” Al Maddox

Friday, July 22, 2016

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Jason Offutt After years of flirting with grumpiness, I’ve finally come to the conclusion it’s a nice fit for me, which is a good thing considering a significant chunk of the American population needs someone to grump at it. I just turned 51. I think I’ve earned that right. First up, people are outraged that Cincinnati Zoo officials killed a 17-year-old silverback western lowland gorilla to protect a fouryear-old boy who fell into the gorilla enclosure in late May. As an animal lover (particularly of our closest relatives, the primates who will one day take over the planet), I’m not happy about this either. Gorillas are generally peaceful herbivores (unlike the chimpanzees that will lead the revolution); they’re endangered and intelligent. The most famous western lowland gorilla Koko knows sign language (she can use 1,000 signs), tells jokes and has a pet cat. She’s more responsible than a lot of people I know. The zoo is culpable. No question. No one, no matter how small, should be able to gain access to an animal enclosure. Bad. Bad zoo. But anyone angry at the zoo for shooting the animal should weigh the following: the life of 450-pound gorilla vs. the life of a human being. Sorry, animal rights activists, anti-gun lobbyists and Dr. Zaius from “Planet of the Apes,” but people come first, every time. Then there are drunken idiots. A man in Cincinnati (what is this? Is Ohio the next Florida?) staggered into a Kroger grocery store, stripped naked and pooped

on the self-checkout scanner. There was obviously something strange happening in Cincinnati in late May. It was late, Colin Murphy, 23, was drunk and apparently didn’t go to the toilet before he left home – which was only two blocks away from the store. Police arrested Murphy on charges of disorderly conduct and public indecency. No, Legal System, this won’t work. Rub his face across the scanner and chain him to a stoplight for the night. That’ll make more of an impression than six months probation. Let’s turn to the feel-good PC high school administrations that have refused to allow seniors to wear National Honor Society regalia at graduation, or have either stopped naming senior class valedictorian, or have named everyone valedictorian (in states like Virginia, California, Texas and Pennsylvania. Really, Pennsylvania? I expected better from you). The districts are trying not to hurt the feelings of students who aren’t smart or motivated enough to get good grades. Really? Garbage thinking like this takes the desire to do well away from the people we’re counting on to keep this world from regressing to the Stone Age. I’ve seen enough “Star Trek” episodes where this happened. It’s not pretty. Stop punishing those who need praise and praising those who need punishing. We’re not Europe. Is a little common sense too much to ask? Grump over. Well, over for now. 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.

Rudy Vallee, the man with the megaphone

By George Michaud Rudy Vallee was born July 28, 1901 in Island Pond, Vermont. His parents moved to Westbrook, Maine and he enlisted to help our country in World War I, however he was discharged immediately after the Navy authorities found out that he was only 15 years old. He enlisted in Portland, Maine, home of one of the country’s largest shipyards (Incidentally, my father worked there as a carpenter building ships in the great shipyard). Rudy enlisted using his real name, but said that he was born on July 28, 1899. He was discharged at Rhode Island’s training station at Newport on May 17, 1917 with 41 days of active service. Vallee played saxophone as a teenager with various bands around New England. In 1924 and 1925, he played with the Savoy Havana Band in London. After not showing much success at this he returned to the U.S. to finish his degree in philosophy at Yale University and played with the Yale Collegians and with future New York cartoonist Peter Amo. After graduation he decided to form his own band and called it “Rudy Vallee’s Connecticut Yankee’s.”

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Obituaries Teresa Ann McClary Cooper Teresa Ann McClary Cooper, 73, Independence, MO, and formerly of Blue Springs, MO, passed away July 12, 2016. She was born June 21, 1943, in Warrensburg, MO, to Clifton and Lavona (Allen) Keltner. Terri graduated from Raytown High School and lived the majority of her life in Eastern Jackson County. She was a longtime member of Country Meadows Baptist Church and was very faithful to her Lord and her family. She enjoyed spending time with her family, was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed tending to her garden. She was preceded in death by her parents and her first husband, James Riley McClary. Survivors include her husband, Earl D. Cooper, of the couple’s home in Independence; a son, Shane McClary (Lynn) of Maumelle, AR; a daughter, Lori Steele (David Starr) of Lee’s Summit, MO; a brother, Mike Keltner (Patty) of Kansas City, MO; and four grandchildren, Emily McClary, Sarah McClary, Willis Steele and Riley Steele. A funeral service celebrating Terri’s life was held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 16, 2016, at the Meyers Blue Springs Chapel. Burial followed at the Blue Springs Cemetery. The family received friends from 5-7:00 p.m. Friday, July 15, at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Kansas City. Memories of Terri and condolences may be left at www.meyersfuneralchapel. com. Anna “Louise” Correll Anna “Louise” Correll, 97, of Raytown, Mo., passed away on July 18, 2016. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m., followed by a funeral services at 10 a.m., on Saturday, July 23, at Newcomer’s Floral Hills, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., Kansas City. Burial at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Southern Baptist Lottie Moon Mission Offering. Louise was born May 24, 1919, in Centralia, Kan., to William E. and Lena Barber. She was active in Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and PTA. She was a devoted member of Mt.

Washington Baptist Church. Louise was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Frank L. Correll; and 5 siblings, William Barber Jr., Flossie Lasley, Earl Barber, Betty Jean Bowman and Joyce Hannah. She is survived by her children, William L. Correll (Barb) of Independence, Mo., Wayne E Correll of Wayne, Pa., and Janice L. Taylor (Gary) of Stilwell, Kan.; 4 grandchildren; and 6 greatgrandchildren. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www. floralhillsfuneralhome.com. Phyllis Jeanne Finn Phyllis Jeanne Finn, 88, of Raytown, Mo., passed away July 18, 2016. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 22, at Newcomer’s Noland Road Chapel, 509 S. Noland Road, Independence, 816-252-8900. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 23, at the First Baptist Church of Raytown. Burial in Mt. Washington Cemetery. Evelyn Mae Harper Evelyn was born on September 3, 1926 and passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2016. Evelyn was a resident of Lee’s Summit, Missouri at the time of her passing. She was married to Eugene. Please send any memorial contributions to her church: First Baptist Raytown located at 10500 East 350 Highway in Raytown MO 64138. Terry William Haston Terry William Haston, 60, passed away July 15, 2016, at Kansas City Hospice. Terry was born Feb. 3, 1956, in KCMO. He was employed by NAPA Auto Parts distribution center for more than 33 years. Terry was preceded in death by parents, Elmus W. and Marion A. Haston and an infant brother, James W. Haston. He is survived by two aunts, Vivian (Carl) Franks of Aurora, Ill., and Georgie (Roy) Randall of Geneva, Ill., several cousins and friends. A celebration of Terry’s life will be held at a later date. Loren LeRoy Miller Lorren was born on October 13, 1938 and passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2016. Loren was a resident of Raytown, Missouri at the time of her passing. He graduated from La Cygne Rural High School in the Class of 1956.

A funeral service for Loren will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, La Cygne Chapel. A visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday, July 22, 2016 at the La Cygne Chapel. Burial will follow in Ninety Six Cemetery, east of La Cygne. The family suggests memorials to the Alzheimer’’s Foundation in care of Schneider Funeral Home, P.O. Box 304, La Cygne, KS 66040. Betty Jean Rynish Betty Jean Rynish, 93, of Independence, Mo., passed away July 17, 2016. Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 21, with rosary recited at 5:30 p.m., at the McGilley & Sheil Chapel, 11924 E. 47th St., Kansas City. Mass of Christian Burial was at 10 a.m. Friday, July 22, at Nativity of Mary Catholic Church, 10010 E. U.S. 40, Independence. Burial following in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Betty was born March 6, 1923, in Kansas City, Mo., to James and Mary (Roberts) Clark. She retired in 1988 after 14 years of service as a Clerical Supervisor for the Division of Family Services. Betty was a longtime member of Nativity of Mary Parish and served as past President of their Altar Society, the Parish Council and the DCCW. She spent time volunteering in the school cafeteria as well as being a school secretary. Betty is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Fred; her parents and her siblings. She is survived by her daughters, Judith Ann Rynish of the home, and Mary Jean Gray of Raytown, Mo.; four grandchildren, Rebecca Toti (Ron), Robert Gray (Shannon), Sandra DeWolf and William Gray; 8 greatgrandchildren, Gabrielle Toti, Isabel Toti, Tobiah Toti, Allison Fesmire, Madison Gray, Sydney Gray, Joey Gray and Quentin DeWolf. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Nativity’s Building Fund or Gentiva Hospice, 4911 S. Arrowhead Drive, #310, Independence, MO 64055. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mcgilleysheil.com.

July 14, 2016. He was the husband of the late Frances C. (Moynihan) Spicer. Born in Raytown, Mo., he was raised and educated in Missouri and California. Mr. Spicer was a Boilerman Petty Officer 1 st Class in the U.S. Navy and was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a resident of Stoughton for the past 56 years. James was a precision machinist at Northrop Corporation in Norwood for 40 years before retiring 20 years ago. He enjoyed fishing and riding his motorcycle. Mr. Spicer is survived by his children, Jane M. Fortier of Franklin, Margaret A. Marge Tarrant and her husband Thomas of N. Attleboro and James F. Spicer and his wife Gerry of Brockton; as well as his grandchildren, Jason Fortier, Catherine Burton, Danielle Kapotas, David and Daniel Tarrant. He was the brother of Roger E. Spicer of Williams, Ariz. He is also survived by his longtime companion, Edna Pinkos of Somerset; 5 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral was held from the Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park St. (Rte. 27), Stoughton, Thursday at 9:30 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass at St. James Church, Stoughton, at 10:30 a.m. Visiting hours were Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. Interment was private. In lieu of flowers, donations in James memory may be made to the Salvation Army, 25 Shawmut Rd., Canton, MA 02021. Directions and obituary at www. farleyfh.com. Farley Funeral Home 781-344-2676. Rosalie E. Van Wye Rosalie E. Van Wye, 80, passed away Wednesday, July 13. Visitation was from 11AM – 12 PM Monday, July 18, 2016 in the Atrium at the First Baptist Church of Raytown and funeral services be-

gan at 12:00 PM. Burial was in Blue Springs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions are requested to The Assistance Fund, Inc., Attn: Parkinson’s Fund 4700 Millenia Boulevard, Suite 410, Orlando, FL 32839. Rosalie was born in Osawatomie, KS and had lived in the KC area most of her life. She worked as the office manager for Norfleet Baptist Church for 17 years, retiring in 2005. Rosalie was a 53 year member of the First Baptist Church of Raytown. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren doing whatever their little hearts desired…as long as it included going to church with her on Sunday. Survivors include 2 sons, Michael (Janet); Mark; a daughter, Christine (Dan); 2 sisters, Joyce (Dan) and Lois; 7 grandchildren, Chad (Becky), Brianne, Ryan (Melissa), Geoffrey (Kelsie), Drew, Brittni and Randi; 5 great grandchildren, Aron, Jackson, Henry, Abigail and Chesney. (Arr. Floral Hills Funeral Home, (816) 353-1218.) Newcomer’s Floral Hills Funeral Home & Cemetery, Dignity Memorial. Betty Ann (Riggs) Wagner Betty Ann (Riggs) Wagner was born in Mohawk, N.Y., on Jan. 21, 1933, to John Clinton Riggs and Vera Lorraine Havens Riggs. She was the third of five sisters, Mildred, Eleanor, Betty, Vera and Jacqueline. She passed away peacefully on July 4, 2016, with family at her bedside. Betty graduated high school in Mohawk and shortly after moved to Coos Bay, Ore. She was married to Richard Moen; they divorced in 1960. Betty moved to Klamath Falls and married Donald E. Wagner in 1963. They were married until his death in 2014. Betty was a homemaker. She was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed knitting and painting. She and Don enjoyed many years of fishing trips to the ocean and high mountain lakes. They had several collies over the years. Their last surviving collie, Buddy, is in a loving home with Jennifer. Survivors include her three children, daughter Jeannette (Bo) Loder of Springfield, Ore., son Michael (Colleen) Moen of Coos Bay, and son Gregory

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(Janice) Moen of Raytown, Mo.; sister Jacqueline (Richard) Beehm of Black River, N.Y.; lifelong friend Joyce Bean of Klamath Falls; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, an infant son Steven, and sisters Mildred, Eleanor and Vera. The family would like to express their gratitude to Brook and Jennifer for their in-home care of Betty and to the staff at Sky Lakes Medical Center. No public service is planned. Please consider a donation in her name to Sky Lakes Palliative Care. Anthony J. Ward Anthony J Ward was born August 6, 1992 to LaVette Jones and Aaron Ward, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was the first born of a beautiful set of twins. He graduated from Raytown South High School in 2011. Anthony earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Performance from Prairie View A & M University in 2015. He joined the military where he commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Reserves in Dec. 2015. Anthony departed this life on July 4, 2016 as a result of a motorcycle accident, due to no fault of his own. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Jane Howell, great-grandmother, Lillie Mae Childress and step-grandmother Nina Ward. Anthony’s life was forever changed by the joyful birth of his only son, Alijah J Ward. Anthony was blessed, adored and loved by a host of cousins, extended family and friends who will love and miss him tremendously. Visitation was held 9 - 11 a.m., Friday, July 15, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. at Zion Grove Baptist Church, 2801 Swope Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64130. Mt Moriah & Freeman Funeral Home & Cemetery. Dignity Memorial. Emil Wehmhoener Emil Wehmhoener, 90, Higginsville formerly Raytown died July 16, 2016. Visitation was at 1:30pm Funeral Services were at 2:30pm Jul 19, First Baptist Church. Burial Waverly Cem. Arr: KaiserWiegers Funeral Home 660584-2626.

James L. Spicer James L. Spicer, 85, a longtime resident of Stoughton, died unexpectedly at Norwood Hospital on Thursday,

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NOTICE OF PRIMARY ELECTION SAMPLE BALLOT STATE OF MISSOURI JACKSON COUNTY TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2016 Notice is hereby given to the registered qualified voters of Jackson County, Missouri, outside the corporate limits of Kansas City, Missouri, that the Missouri Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2016, as certified by the Honorable Jason Kander, Secretary of State, State of Missouri, and Mary Jo Spino, Clerk of the Legislature, Jackson County, Missouri. The polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the Primary Election is to nominate candidates in the Democratic, Republican, Libertarian and Constitution parties of Missouri and Jackson County for the federal, state and county offices to be voted upon at the General Election scheduled for Tuesday, November 8, 2016; and for the election of the county committeemen and county committeewomen in the various townships and sub-districts in Jackson County. This notice is being published in accordance with applicable state statutes. The official ballot for the Primary Election will be substantially in the following form:

DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES FOR NOMINATION FOR U. S. SENATOR CHIEF WANA DUBIE CORI BUSH JASON KANDER ROBERT MACK FOR GOVERNOR LEONARD JOSEPH STEINMAN II CHRIS KOSTER ERIC MORRISON CHARLES B. WHEELER FOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR WINSTON APPLE RUSS CARNAHAN TOMMIE PIERSON, SR. FOR SECRETARY OF STATE BILL CLINTON YOUNG ROBIN SMITH MD RABBI ALAM FOR STATE TREASURER PAT CONTRERAS JUDY BAKER FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL JAKE ZIMMERMAN TERESA HENSLEY FOR U.S. REPRESENTATIVE 5TH DISTRICT EMANUEL CLEAVER II ROBERTA GOUGH 6TH DISTRICT TRAVIS GONZALEZ EDWARD DWAYNE FIELDS DAVID M BLACKWELL KYLE YARBER MATTHEW C. MCNABNEY FOR STATE SENATOR DISTRICT 7 JASON HOLSMAN DISTRICT 9 SHALONN (KIKI) CURLS DISTRICT 11 JOHN JOSEPH RIZZO JESSICA (JESS) PODHOLA ANTHONY BANKS MARY CATHERINE DICARLO FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE 19TH DISTRICT MANNY ABARCA IV INGRID BURNETT 20TH DISTRICT MIKE ENGLERT 21ST DISTRICT IRA ANDERS 22ND DISTRICT BRANDON R. ELLINGTON 27TH DISTRICT BONNAYE MIMS RICHARD BROWN 28TH DISTRICT JIM AZIERE JOSH GREENE JEROME BARNES PAT RIEHLE DIANE KRIZEK 29TH DISTRICT RORY ROWLAND 33RD DISTRICT CHASE LINDER SYED ASIF 37TH DISTRICT JOE RUNIONS COUNTY EXECUTIVE FRANK WHITE, JR. PROSECUTING ATTORNEY JEAN PETERS BAKER SHERIFF MIKE SHARP BRICE STEWART

DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION TO THE COUNTY COMMITTEE FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 1 PAUL J. WRABEC FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 1 GOLDIE TROUTWINE

FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 2 CURT DOUGHERTY FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 2 SUSAN DOUGHERTY FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 3 JOHN A. MAYFIELD FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 3 DIANE EGGER FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 4 MARK HAMBLIN FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 4 VIRGINIA L. FERGUSON FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 5 CHRISTOPHER WHITING FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 5 SHERI TINDLE FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 6 JOSEPH F. FOLEY FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 6 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 7 PAUL LEVOTA WINSTON APPLE FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 7 MEGHAN LEVOTA MARY APPLE FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 8 JEFF WALKER FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 8 NICKI CARDWELL FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BROOKING TOWNSHIP MICHAEL N. DOWNING FRED H. HARTWELL FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BROOKING TOWNSHIP SANDRA HARTWELL KIMBERLY CLAUSE LUACES FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN FORT OSAGE TOWNSHIP KEITH QUERRY NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN FORT OSAGE TOWNSHIP SANDRA A. QUERRY DEAUN YOUNG FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP MICHAEL A. LEVOTA JERRY L. BRIGGS HOLMES OSBORNE FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP KAREN CONRAD JUDY BRIGGS CHERE CHANEY FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN SNI-A-BAR TOWNSHIP JALEN ANDERSON JOE BECKER MICHAEL BELLINGHAUSEN STEVEN MORALES FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN SNI-A-BAR TOWNSHIP JANICE BRILL LANNA ULTICAN ROXANN THORLEY TOMI BELLINGHAUSEN FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP THOMAS J. ROUSEY PATRICK J. OXLER JOE RUNIONS FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP DOROTHY M. KENNEDY ELAINE M. BREWER

REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES FOR NOMINATION FOR U.S. SENATOR ROY BLUNT KRISTI NICHOLS BERNIE MOWINSKI RYAN D LUETHY FOR GOVERNOR CATHERINE HANAWAY ERIC GREITENS JOHN BRUNNER PETER D. KINDER FOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR ARNIE C.—AC DIENOFF BEV RANDLES MIKE PARSON FOR SECRETARY OF STATE WILL KRAUS JOHN (JAY) ASHCROFT ROI CHINN FOR STATE TREASURER ERIC SCHMITT FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL JOSH HAWLEY KURT SCHAEFER FOR U.S. REPRESENTATIVE 5TH DISTRICT AUSTIN RUCKER BERTON A. KNOX MICHAEL BURRIS JACOB TURK

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BLUE TOWNSHIP SUB-DISTRICT 1 1,2,4 Van Horn High School 1109 S Arlington Ave 3,9 Maywood Baptist Church 10505 E Winner Rd 5 Abraham Mallinson Elementary 709 N Forest Ave 6,7,8 Abraham Mallinson Elementary 709 N Forest Ave BLUE TOWNSHIP SUB-DISTRICT 2 1,2 William Chrisman High School 1223 N Noland Rd 3,4 Village Heights Community of Christ 1009 N Farview Dr 5 Church of Jesus Christ NJRB 1527 E US Highway 24 6,7 Summit Grove Community of Christ 411 S Lees Summit Rd BLUE TOWNSHIP SUB-DISTRICT 3 1 East Side Baptist Church 19901 E State Route 78 2 St Mark’s United Methodist Church 603 N Jennings Rd 3 Cler-Mont Elementary 19009 E Susquehanna Rdg 4,5 Blue Hills Elementary 1911 N Blue Mills Rd 6,7 New Hope Baptist Church 18000 E Lexington Rd 8 St Joseph the Worker Church 2200 N Blue Mills Rd 9 St Joseph the Worker Church 2200 N Blue Mills Rd BLUE TOWNSHIP SUB-DISTRICT 4 1 Abraham Mallinson Elementary 709 N Forest Ave 2 Independence Academy Campus 600 W Mechanic St 3 Open Arms Community of Christ 1021 W College St 4 North Independence Library 317 W US Highway 24 5 Independence Masonic Temple 120 S Pleasant St 6,7 Trails West Library 11401 E 23rd St 8,9 Cornerstone Community of Christ 1316 S Osage St 10 New Walnut Park Community of Christ 1137 S Pearl St BLUE TOWNSHIP SUB-DISTRICT 5 1,2 Nowlin Middle School 2800 S Hardy Ave 3,4 North Rock Creek Korte Elementary 2437 S Hardy Ave 5 Trinity Presbyterian Church 1400 W Sheley Rd 6 South Independence Library 13700 E 35th St 7 Gudgell Park Community of Christ 500 E Gudgell Ave 8 Gudgell Park Community of Christ 500 E Gudgell Av 9 Midwest Genealogy Center Library 3440 S Lees Summit Rd BLUE TOWNSHIP SUB-DISTRICT 6 1 New Walnut Park Community of Christ 1137 S Pearl St 2 The Fountains at Greenbriar 2100 S Swope Dr 3 James Bridger Middle School 18200 E State Route 78 4 Glendale Elementary 2611 S Lees Summit Rd 5 St Matthew's United Methodist Church 2415 E RD Mize Rd 6 Beacon Heights Community of Christ 19402 E Holke Rd 7 East Side Baptist Church 19901 E State Route BLUE TOWNSHIP SUB-DISTRICT 7 1,2 Life Connection Church 3883 Blue Ridge Blvd 3,4 Christ United Methodist Church 14506 E 39th St 5,9 East 39th Street Community of Christ 15006 E 39th St 6 Noland Road Baptist Church 4505 S Noland Rd 7 Noland Road Baptist Church 4505 S Noland Rd 8 Quality Inn & Suites 4200 S Noland Rd BLUE TOWNSHIP SUB-DISTRICT 8 1 Midwest Genealogy Center Library 3440 S Lees Summit Rd 2 Walnut Gardens Community of Christ 19201 E RD Mize Rd 3 Midwest Genealogy Center Library 3440 S Lees Summit Rd 4 Midwest Genealogy Center Library 3440 S Lees Summit Rd 5 St Paul's Lutheran Church 17200 E 39th St

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6TH DISTRICT SAM GRAVES KYLE REID CHRISTOPHER RYAN FOR STATE SENATOR 11TH DISTRICT BRENT THURSTON LASATER FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE 20TH DISTRICT BILL E. KIDD CHRISTOPHER DALE 21ST DISTRICT VICKI RILEY 28TH DISTRICT WILLIAM E. (BILL) VAN BUSKIRK 30TH DISTRICT MIKE CIERPIOT 31ST DISTRICT SHEILA SOLON DAN STACY 32ND DISTRICT JEANIE LAUER 33RD DISTRICT DONNA PFAUTSCH 34TH DISTRICT REBECCA ROEBER 35TH DISTRICT GARY CROSS 53RD DISTRICT GLEN KOLKMEYER FOR SHERIFF RAYMOND L. DRAPER

REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION TO THE COUNTY COMMITTEE FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 1 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 1 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 2 RAYMOND L. WILSON FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 2 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 3 NATHAN SHERER FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 3 MICHELLE SHERER FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 4 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 4 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 5 NOEL TORPEY FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 5 JULIE TORPEY FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 6 JOB HOWEN JEROME M. PATIENCE FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 6 TERRY HOWEN AIMEE D. PATIENCE FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 7 ROBERT HOLLIGER FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 7 WILLA HOLLIGER FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 8 ROD WALSH FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 8 PAT WALSH FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BROOKING TOWNSHIP AARON CHANDLER NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BROOKING TOWNSHIP NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN FORT OSAGE TOWNSHIP STEVEN BISHOP NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN FORT OSAGE TOWNSHIP ANIA BISHOP ELLEN BISHOP FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP DAN STACY TOM LEHMAN DAVID STACKELHOUSE BUFORD L. “BUNK” FARRINGTON CASEY CRAWFORD FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP PAT LEHMAN AMY FOX SHARON STACKELHOUSE DONNA TURK FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN SNI-A-BAR TOWNSHIP STEVE STEINER W. DALE RUSSELL CHRIS LIEVSAY FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN SNI-A-BAR TOWNSHIP RUTH HERTZOG PIRCH MARY POTTER DONNA A. HUMPHREY

Coventry Estates Baptist Church 17133 E 39th St Country Meadows Baptist Church 4901 Lees Summit Rd Country Meadows Baptist Church 4901 Lees Summit Rd BROOKING TOWNSHIP 1 Raytown Library 6131 Raytown Rd 2 St Matthew's Episcopal Church 9349 E 65th St 3,4 Our Lady of Lourdes Church 7045 Blue Ridge Blvd 5,20 Raytown Central Middle School 10601 E 59th St 6 Raytown Central Middle School 10601 E 59th St 7 River Christian Fellowship Community Campus 6400 Woodson Rd 8,13 First Baptist Church of Raytown 10500 E State Route 350 9 Woods Chapel Church Raytown Campus 5413 Blue Ridge Cut Off 10 Raytown City Hall 10000 E 59th St 11,15 Faith Presbyterian Church 8301 James A Reed Rd 12 Spring Valley Baptist Church 8801 E 79th St 14 Southwood Church of the Nazarene 8201 Raytown Rd 16 Southwood United Church of Christ 7904 Raytown Rd 17 Southwood United Church of Christ 7904 Raytown Rd 18 Raytown South High School 8211 Sterling Ave 19 Raytown South High School 8211 Sterling Ave FORT OSAGE TOWNSHIP 1 Indian Trails Elementary 24300 E Bundschu Rd 2 Indian Trails Elementary 24300 E Bundschu Rd 3,4,5,9 Buckner United Methodist Church 109 S Hudson St 6,10 Ebenezer United Church of Christ 206 W Old Lexington Rd 7 Sibley Community Center 206 Front St 8 Buckner Restoration Branch 2607 N Twyman Rd PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP 1 First Baptist Church - Blue Springs 4500 Little Blue Pkwy 2 Lee's Summit Branch Library 150 NW Oldham Pkwy 3,4 Lee's Summit City Hall 220 SE Green St 5 Gamber Center 4 SE Independence Ave 6 Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church 615 SE Todd George Pkwy 7 Pleasant Lea Elementary 700 SW Persels Rd 8,10 Summit Lakes Middle School 3500 SW Windemere Dr 9 Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church 615 SE Todd George Pkwy 11 Summit Lakes Middle School 3500 SW Windemere Dr 12 Trailridge Elementary 3651 SW Windemere Dr 13,14 Lee's Summit Baptist Temple 2614 NW Chipman Rd 15 The Pavilion at John Knox Village 520 NW Murray Rd 16 Sun Valley Clubhouse 301 NW Craigmont Dr 17 Cedar Creek Elementary 2600 SW 3rd St 18 Longview Farms Elementary 1001 SW Longview Park Dr 19 Longview College Recreation Center 3801 SW Longview Rd 20 Winterset Park Community Center 2505 SW Winter Creek Dr 21,22 First Presbyterian Church 1625 NW OBrien Rd 23 Hawthorn Hill Elementary 2801 SW Pryor Rd 24 Holy Spirit Catholic Church 1800 SW State Route 150 25 Holy Spirit Catholic Church 1800 SW State Route 150 26 Blue River Church of Christ 221 NE Woods Chapel Rd 27 Voy Spears Jr Elementary 201 NE Anderson Dr 28 Woods Chapel Community of Christ 500 NE Woods Chapel Rd 29 Woods Chapel Community of Christ 500 NE Woods Chapel Rd 30,31 Chapel Lakes Elementary 3701 NE Independence Ave 32 Delta Woods Middle School 4401 NE Lakewood Way 33 New Springs Community 1800 NE Independence Ave 34 St Matthew's Lutheran Church 700 NE Chipman Rd 35 The Carlyle 1098 NE Independence Ave 36 Lee's Summit Community of Christ 1101 NE Independence Ave 37 Colbern Road Library 1000 NE Colbern Rd 38 Underwood Elementary 1125 NE Colbern Rd 39 Richardson Elementary 800 NE Blackwell Rd 40 Lee's Summit Christian Church 800 NE Tudor Rd 41,42 Lee's Summit Christian Church 800 NE Tudor Rd 43,45 Prairie View Elementary 501 SE Todd George Pkwy 44 Legacy Park Community Center 901 NE Bluestem Dr 46,59 Highland Park Elementary 400 SE Millstone Ave 47 Grace United Methodist Church 2400 SE US Highway 50 48 Grace United Methodist Church 2400 SE US Highway 50 49 Greenwood Christian Church 601 W Oak St

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FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP DAVID EDWARD ADAMCZYK RAND HODGSON DONALD W. COHOON FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP LEILA L. COHOON STEPHANIE ROBERTS FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP RONALD E. HESS ROBERT J. “JIM “ DOUGAN FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP RONALD E. HESS ROBERT J. “JIM “ DOUGAN FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP JAN MARTINETTE ELLEN DOUGAN

LIBERTARIAN CANDIDATES FOR NOMINATION FOR U.S. SENATOR JONATHAN DINE HERSCHEL L. YOUNG FOR GOVERNOR CISSE W SPRAGINS FOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR STEVEN R. HEDRICK FOR SECRETARY OF STATE CHRIS MORRILL FOR STATE TREASURER SEAN O’TOOLE FOR U.S. REPRESENTATIVE 5TH DISTRICT ROY WELBORN 6TH DISTRICT RUSS LEE MONCHIL FOR STATE SENATOR 7TH DISTRICT JEANNE BOJARSKI

LIBERTARIAN CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION TO THE COUNTY COMMITTEE FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 1 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 1 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 2 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 2 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 3 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 3 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 4 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 4 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 5 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 5 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 6 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 6 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 7 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 7 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 8 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BLUE SUB-DISTRICT 8 NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN BROOKING TOWNSHIP NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN BROOKING TOWNSHIP NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN FORT OSAGE TOWNSHIP NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN FORT OSAGE TOWNSHIP NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEMAN PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED FOR COUNTY COMMITTEEWOMAN PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED NO CANDIDATE FILED

The Fellowship Greenwood Events Center 1601 W Main St Blue Springs Baptist Temple 4101 SW State Route 7 Blue Springs Baptist Temple 4101 SW State Route 7 Oak Tree Church 24400 NE Colbern Rd Oak Tree Church 24400 NE Colbern Rd Oak Tree Church 24400 NE Colbern Rd Woodland Elementary 12709 S Smart Rd New Springs Community 1800 NE Independence Ave SNI-A-BAR TOWNSHIP 1 First Baptist Church - Blue Springs 4500 Little Blue Pkwy 2 First Baptist Church - Blue Springs 4500 Little Blue Pkwy 3,19 Chapel Hill Presbyterian Church 3108 SW US Hwy 40 Westbound 4 Paul Kinder Middle School 3930 SW RD Mize Rd 5,6 Paul Kinder Middle School 3930 SW RD Mize Rd 7,9 Brittany Hill Middle School 2701 NW 1st St 8 Paul Consiglio Education Center 1501 NW Jefferson St 10,12 Tri-City Baptist Church 430 NE Duncan Rd 11 Lucy Franklin Elementary 111 NE Roanoke Dr 13,14 The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection 601 NE Jefferson 15,23 Timothy Lutheran North Campus 425 NW RD Mize Rd 16 Timothy Lutheran North Campus 425 NW RD Mize Rd 17 John Nowlin Elementary 5020 NW Valley View Rd 18 Valley View High School 5000 NW Valley View Rd 20 Harvest Baptist Church of Blue Springs 901 NW 19th St 21 Blue Springs R-4 School Administration Building 1801 NW Vesper 22,24 Parkview Community of Christ 801 SW 19th St 25 Chapel Hill Presbyterian Church 3108 SW US Hwy 40 Westbound 26 Franklin Smith Elementary 1609 SW Clark Rd 27 Colonial Hills Community of Christ 3539 SW State Route 7 28 Moreland Ridge Middle School 900 SW Bishop Dr 29 William Bryant Elementary 1101 SE Sunnyside School Rd 30 Daniel Young Elementary 505 SE Shamrock Ln 31 Cordill-Mason Elementary 4001 SW Christiansen Dr 32 Blue Springs Family YMCA 1300 SE Adams Dairy Pkwy 33 Blue Springs Family YMCA 1300 SE Adams Dairy Pkwy 34,35,36 Lake Tapawingo Club House 244 Dockside Dr 37 Grain Valley South Middle School 901 SW Ryan Rd 38 Grain Valley South Middle School 901 SW Ryan Rd 39 Grain Valley Community Center 713 S Main St 40 Grain Valley Community of Christ 32901 E Pink Hill Rd 41 First Baptist Church of Grain Valley 207 W Walnut St 42 Grain Valley Community Center 713 S Main St 43,46 Oak Grove Schools - Performing Arts Center 605 SE 12th St 44 Church of Christ of Oak Grove 104 SW 6th St 45 Church of Christ of Oak Grove 104 SW 6th St 47 Oak Grove Schools - Performing Arts Center 605 SE 12th St 48 Oak Grove United Methodist Church 1501 S Harding St 49 Oak Grove United Methodist Church 1501 S Harding St 50 Grain Valley Community of Christ 32901 E Pink Hill Rd 51 Grain Valley Community of Christ 32901 E Pink Hill Rd VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP 1,12 Timothy Lutheran South Campus 301 SW Wyatt Rd 2,3,13 Mason Elementary 27600 E Colbern Rd 4 Mason Elementary 27600 E Colbern Rd 7,8,14 Woodland Elementary 12709 S Smart Rd 9 Yacht Club 71 M St 10,11,19 Lone Jack C-6 School Admin. Building 201 W Lone Jack- LS Rd 15,16,17,18 New Liberty Baptist Church 32310 E Colbern Rd WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP 1 Grandview Community of Christ 12600 Byars Rd 2 Grandview Middle School 12650 Manchester Ave 3,4 Grandview Branch Library 12930 Booth Ln 5,6 Grandview Assembly 12400 Grandview Rd 7 Instructional Service Center 13007 10th St 8 Southview Christian Church 13604 Norby Rd 9 Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 5901 E 135th St 10 St Matthew Presbyterian Church 2217 High Grove Rd 11 The View 13500 Byars Rd 12 Belvidere Elementary 15200 White Ave

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CONSTITUTION CANDIDATES FOR NOMINATION FOR U.S. SENATOR FRED RYMAN

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Misipope Taliga

state outright but suggest Taliga is a parent to the children by marriage. A witness told police the front door to the residence was open and she observed Taliga sitting on the couch with bloodshot eyes. She told police he “was not making any sense,” she said Taliga yelled profanity at the child and used a racial slur. Police documents make no mention of Taliga being under the in-

fluence of any substances. Inside the home, police found blood stains on the carpet in the living room, on the kitchen walls, floor and ceiling, and on several items in the kitchen. Police documents state Taliga did not call for emergency medical service despite the victim not being able to speak. Police documents state the victim suffered a subdural hematoma, or collection blood between the brain and dura mater, which connects to the skull, and bleeding within the brain tissue. Taliga denied kicking the child when questioned by police. He is charged with one count of first-degree domestic assault, a class A felony. He’s currently being held on a $200,000 cash bond. He is scheduled for a court hearing Aug. 9. The case remains under investigation.

KC man pleads guilty to child porn charge after attempted meeting with minors A Kansas City man is facing federal prison time after pleading guilty in federal court in mid-July to distributing child pornography. According to Tammy Dickinson, U.S. attorney for the Western District of Missouri, Daniel C. Irwin, 38, is subject to a mandatory minimum sentence of five years in federal prison without parole and up to a sentence of 20 years in federal prison without parole, the maximum sentence. Irwin was charged following an undercover operation in which he attempted to meet

two minors, ages 12 and 16, for sex, according to Dickinson’s office. Irwin pleaded guilty July 7 before U.S. District Judge Roseann Ketchmark. By pleading guilty, Irwin admitted that he distributed a video of child pornography over the Internet on July 21, 2014. Irwin was an assistant vice president of accounting at State Street in Kansas City at the time of the offense, according to the statement from Dickinson’s office. Irwin admitted that he sent the child pornography video

to an undercover detective with the Kansas City Police Department. Irwin met with the undercover detective and attempted to exchange incest pornography for the opportunity to have sex with the undercover detective’s two minor daughters. Irwin sent additional videos of child pornography to the undercover detective on Aug. 4, 2014. A sentencing hearing will be scheduled after the completion of a presentence investigation by the U.S. Probation Office.

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Friday, July 22, 2016

Kansas man gets 24 years for drug trafficking

Kansas City man charged for serious injury to 5-year-old A Kansas City man is facing felony domestic assault for allegedly kicking a 5-year-old boy in the head this past weekend, causing head injuries. According to police documents, Misipope Taliga, 29, told police the child suffered injuries after being hit by a car. Taliga reportedly told police he fell asleep on a couch in the 2000 block of Topping Avenue on July 17 and when he woke he saw the child in the street get struck by a blue car. While the child was receiving medical care from paramedics on scene, the victim’s 3-year-old sibling told a neighbor that Taliga kicked the 5-year-old in the kitchen and the victim was bleeding. The victim’s sibling told the neighbor “pennies” were coming out of the victim’s ear and the victim did not get up. Court documents don’t

A Kansas man was sentenced to more than 24 years in federal prison for drug trafficking, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Tom Beall. Jose Rios-Morales, 42, Kansas City, Kansas, was sentenced July 6 to 292 months, or 24.3 years, in federal prison. He was convicted in a jury trial in October 2015 on one count of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and one count of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, according to a statement from Beall’s office. Rios-Morales was a member of a drug trafficking organization headed by his

partner and co-defendant, Felipe Sifuentes-Cabrera. Rios-Morales assisted Sifuentes in many ways, Beall said, including introducing Sifuentes to the methamphetamine supplier, driving to California to pick up loads of methamphetamine, packing methamphetamine for shipping, managing the collection of drug proceeds, and wiring money to the organization’s methamphetamine supplier. Rios-Morales and Sifuentes’ drug trafficking organization was responsible for distributing more than 4.5 kilograms of “ice” methamphetamine from February to November of 2014.

Rios-Morales was arrested on Nov. 4, 2014 after he met with Sifuentes at an Olathe, Kansas residence to assist in unloading a car in which 13 pounds of 99 to 100 percent pure methamphetamine had been concealed. Rios-Morales and Sifuentes arranged for the car to be sent from California to Kansas via a car hauler. The vehicle was intercepted by the Canadian County (Oklahoma) Sheriff’s Department and delivered to Kansas. Sifuentes pleaded guilty to conspiracy and is awaiting sentencing.

A 37-year-old Kansas City has been charged in the fatal shooting of Derrick Wren outside of a bar and grill in the 5700 block of Troost in late April. Ray A. Johnson is charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action in connection with the case. According to court records, Wren’s body was

found outside on the curb near a bar at 57th Street and Troost Avenue. He had been shot. Nine shell casings were found in the scene, as well as personal items and broken eyeglasses. The medical examiner’s office determined Derrick Wren died of multiple gunshot wounds. Surveillance video showed two males, one wear-

ing glasses and a stripped jersey, exiting the bar, and then engaging in a physical altercation with Wren before he was shot multiple times, according to police documents. Several witnesses identified Johnson as the shooter. His arrest warrant calls for a $250,000 bond. Online court records indicate he has not yet been taken into custody.

Kansas City man charged in the April 23 murder on Troost Avenue

NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION CITY OF RAYTOWN, MISSOURI TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2016 Notice is hereby given to the registered qualified voters of the City of Raytown, Missouri, that the City Council of said City has called a Special Election to be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2016. The polls will be open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. The official ballot will be substantially in the following form: SAMPLE BALLOT CITY OF RAYTOWN, MISSOURI SPECIAL ELECTION TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2016 QUESTION 1 Shall the City of Raytown, Missouri discontinue applying and collecting the local sales tax on the titling of motor vehicles, trailers, boats, and outboard motors that were purchased from a source other than a licensed Missouri dealer? Approval of this measure will result in a reduction of local revenue to provide for vital services for the City of Raytown, Missouri and it will place Missouri dealers of motor vehicles, outboard motors, boats, and trailers at a competitive disadvantage to nonMissouri dealers of motor vehicles, outboard motors, boats, and trailers. YES NO

INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS Using blue or black ink, completely fill in the box next to the question response of your choice like this: Fill in the oval completely. VOTE BOTH SIDES OF BALLOT, IF APPLICABLE Photo by Kris Collins Morgana Burke, owner of Morgana’s Gluten Free Bakery, serves the bakery’s first customers no more than five minutes after its soft opening on July 20.

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Raytown Library St Matthew's Episcopal Church Our Lady of Lourdes Church Raytown Central Middle School Raytown Central Middle School River Christian Fellowship Community Campus First Baptist Church of Raytown Woods Chapel Church Raytown Campus Raytown City Hall Faith Presbyterian Church Spring Valley Baptist Church Southwood Church of the Nazarene Southwood United Church of Christ Southwood United Church of Christ Raytown South High School Raytown South High School

6131 Raytown Rd 9349 E 65th St 7045 Blue Ridge Blvd 10601 E 59th St 10601 E 59th St 6400 Woodson Rd 10500 E State Route 350 5413 Blue Ridge Cut Off 10000 E 59th St 8301 James A Reed Rd 8801 E 79th St 8201 Raytown Rd 7904 Raytown Rd 7904 Raytown Rd 8211 Sterling Ave 8211 Sterling Ave

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Jackson County Board of Election Commissioners has caused its name to be hereunto signed and the official seal affixed this 24th day of May, 2016. JACKSON OUNTY C OARD B OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS Robert C. Nichols, Jr., Director Tammy L. Brown, Director ATTEST: Colleen M. Scott, Secretary

Mary Ellen Miller, Chairman Colleen M. Scott, Secretary Vacant, Member Michael K. Whitehead, Member

NOTICE OF ACCESSIBILITY FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that, where a regular polling place has limited accessibility, a disabled or elderly voter may be provided an alternative means of casting his or her ballot. Such means may include reassignment to an accessible polling place, curbside voting, assisted voting or voting by absentee ballot. A voter may apply for an absentee ballot in person or by mail, or may have a relative or guardian apply in person on his or her behalf. If an absentee voter is disabled or incapacitated, the notary requirement is waived. In addition, voters requiring assistance may be assisted by a person of the voter's choice.

Friday, July 22, 2016

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Entertainment Guide

I ain’t afraid of no (girl) Ghostbusters

By Livingston Brees After much deliberation, I finally saw the “Ghostbusters” reboot last weekend, and I must say I didn’t hate it. I also didn’t hate myself for watching it. While it is a far cry from being “good,” I found myself entertained for the entire flick, although I do have several different reasons for my level of enjoyment. Directed by “Bridesmaids” helmer Paul Feig, this version of “Ghostbusters” has absolutely nothing to do with the two original flicks. This film centers around paranormal researcher Abby Yates, a toned down but still pretty funny Melissa McCarthy, and physicist Erin Gilbert, a sleepwalking and seemingly bored Kris-

tin Wiig, two old friends and colleagues who are reunited when their long lost book on the paranormal surfaces on the internet. After losing her university gig, Erin is forced to team with Abby and engineer Jillian Holtzmann, the strangely humorous Kate McKinnon, to prove that ghosts exist in modern society. When strange apparitions appear all over Manhattan, transit worker Patty Tolan, played by Leslie Jones, who exceeded my comedy expectations, joins the team. As a lifelong New Yorker, Patty knows the city inside and out, and provides more than just stereotypical “black lady comedy,” which was prominently displayed in the trailers and turned so many people off.

Those bits are still present in the film, but they are most assuredly not typical of her overall character, which I liked a whole lot. Anyway, the ladies are soon armed and dangerous as they uncover a plot by a sinister cat named Rowan, who plans to unleash the seventh level of hell on the Big Apple. First things first, this movie is nowhere near as bad as the worst review you’ve read. The cast, crew and director faced an immediate uphill battle as soon as the reboot was announced. We all knew it would never live up to the love of the original, but it is far from the worst reboot or remake ever. McCarthy was pretty funny, albeit toned down, and Jones, who looked like a one-note joke in the trailers, is

actually pretty funny and likable. I’m really not sure what to think of McKinnon. She was sufficiently goofy and strange, but a couple of the jokes missed the mark and fell as flat as could be. Speaking of flat, Wiig looked like she couldn’t give less of a damn if they paid her triple. Seriously, it was like going on a ride with someone who immediately regretted getting in the car almost as soon as they close the door. I usually like her, but this performance was uninspired, wooden and just awful, even when acting opposite Chris Hemsworth, who was actually pretty funny in his “dumb blonde” role as Kevin, a receptionist. As has already been widely reported, original cast mem-

bers Bill Murray, Dan Ackroyd, Ernie Hudson, Sigourney Weaver and Annie Potts all have cameos. Murray’s was almost a featured role, but Weaver’s was the best. The special effects are also stellar, and there are even a couple of “jump scares.” Another factor that greatly contributed to my enjoyment was seeing the flick on the Imax in 3D. It is, without a doubt, the best use of 3D I have ever experienced in a Hollywood movie. Since it wasn’t filmed with Imax cameras and didn’t take up the entire screen, the 3D was able to “spill over,” and was a whole lot of fun. My date for this reboot was my 7-year-old nephew who had seen both original “Ghostbusters,” and liked them well

enough. As soon as the credits were done rolling on this one (There are several scenes during the credits, as well as a pretty interesting post-credit scene), he looked up at me and said “Wow, I’m going to have to get a copy of this as soon as it comes out on DVD.” It was at that moment I realized this movie wasn’t made for my generation. We already have our own “Ghostbusters” movies, and they’re awesome. This does nothing to tarnish or taint that legacy. Give it a shot if you want to be entertained and have a few laughs. I shall return next week and tackle the latest adventures of the Starship Enterprise with “Star Trek: Beyond.” Same “Bat-time,” same “Bat-channel.”

Raytown Community Calendar Raytown Farmers Market July 23, 9 am to 1 pm July 28, 3 pm-6 pm Located at 6210 Raytown Road “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.

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

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 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.

Raytown Chamber of Commerce http://raytownchamber.com/ 5909 Raytown Trafficway (816) 353-8500

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. Raytown New Day AL-Non Weekly: Wednesdays at

10:00 am Blue Ridge Trinity Lutheran Church, 5757 Blue Ridge Blvd. Enter at the back door. Everyone welcome! (816) 353-5446 RAYTOWN TOPS - Chapter #0255 Weekly: Tuesdays at 9:00 am-10:45 am Loma Vista Baptist Church, 8622 Blue Ridge Blvd. All are welcome to TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly. For more information, call Betty at 816-356-6788 or Faye at 816-358-4350 Raytown Women of Today Monthly: Third Monday at 7:00 pm http://raytownwot.wix.com/ raytownwomenoftoday First Presbyterian Church at 8301 James A. Reed Road. For more information, call 816-358-7952. Add your own event by registering for Events Calendar access at www.RaytownEagle. com or email Events@ RaytownEagle.com

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Make-ahead meals: Steak burritos

By Jacqui Duran I love finding ways each week to save myself one of the most precious things: time. There is never enough of it to accomplish everything you wanted or needed to, and, of course, never enough time spent with the ones we love. I like meals that can actually reduce time in the kitchen so I can spend it on important things during the week. These steak burritos are one of those great make-ahead meals. With my busy family on the go and different meal times, these burritos are another great way to ensure that your family is getting the delicious food you want them to have. I like to wrap these individually in foil and put in the freezer so my family can grab them and reheat them anytime. Perfection. You might think that these will take a long time to prepare. However, they are very quick and easy and basically it’s all about assembly. So let’s dig into the meat of this dish (see what I did there?). OK, so maybe I shouldn’t quit my day job just yet to pursue my comedy career, but here’s what we need: • One pound flat iron or thin steak • Large flour tortillas • One yellow bell pepper

Make-ahead meals: Steak burritos • Shredded cheese • Red Salsa • Green Salsa • Cilantro • Salt and pepper • One tablespoon chili powder • Sour cream • Green onions, diced Season your flat steak with salt and pepper and sprinkle it with chili powder. The chili powder will give your meat a nice kick without making it too spicy for the kids. If you want more spice, add crushed red pepper flakes to your steak. Grill on your grill pan (or skillet fry). These will only take a few minutes because the steak is so thin. Once cooked on both sides, remove it and allow to rest. Next, cut your bell pepper into flat slices. I grill mine because I get a little more flavor this way, but if you aren’t using a grill pan, the skillet works just as well. Grilling allows the vegetable to release some of its natural flavors and sweetness. This is probably my favorite part of any recipe: the assembly line. I’m a firm believer in the assembly line for preparing dinner. It saves

time and keeps you from moving everywhere around the kitchen. You can work more efficiently, more quickly and save that precious time spent in the kitchen preparing. Slice your steak and bell peppers into equal parts and line up the rest of your ingredients. Putting these beautiful burritos together is all about what you want to add. Feel free to get creative with your burritos. Maybe you like refried beans, black olives, or cheese sauce. The options are endless! I used shredded cheese, steak, bell pepper, and

cilantro. Load up your ingredients. Fold the tortilla in half, tuck in the top and bottom and roll it up. This will create a perfect burrito. Line them up in a lightly greased glass dish. Now we are going to add our salsa. I can never make the decision between red or green salsa. Of course, the grocery stores give you endless possibilities. Find ones you will enjoy. Finish off your burritos with salsa for the perfect top to your dish. Add more shredded cheese and then cover your dish with foil. Bake

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these at 425 degrees for 15 minutes while covered. Then, remove the foil and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes or until nice and melted and bubbly. Serve with your favorite side, I prefer black beans. Plate up with sour cream and green onions, but you don’t have to stop there. Add diced jalapenos, guacamole, black olives, additional salsa, or whatever makes you happy. Need this as a make-ahead meal? Place the covered burritos in the fridge or freezer, and simply add salsa and cheese before baking as described above. To make these

a grab-and-go option, I cook, cool and then wrap individually in foil and place them in the freezer. My husband loves to take these to work because he can pop them in the microwave for a delicious lunch. There is a quick video instruction of me preparing the meal at https://youtu. be/1PR4wd18mTM. 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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By Dan West

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I was born in 1979 in Waukegan, Illinois. There are six in our family — my dad and mom, and my three sisters, and I. My parents homeschooled us, and when I was young we took a field trip to a dairy farm. That was when I first saw a calf being born. Little did I know that was the beginning of my love for farming and milking cows. My family ended up purchasing some land from that farmer and my dad built a home. Being homeschooled gave me the opportunity to

work with my dad, which is what I enjoyed far more than sitting at a desk. I usually worked two to three weeks ahead on my assignments so I wouldn’t miss an opportu-

started cleaning calf pens and feeding cows on the farm at age 10, and my love for farming has only continued to grow. I purchased my first Jersey heifer in 1999. After she calved, I milked her by hand for fresh milk for the family. I also built a chicken coop and started raising hens for eggs. I found out in a hurry that friends were also looking for better food for their families and so my entrepreneurial spirit started growing. In the fall of 2002, my family bought a farm southwest

of St. Louis. This is where I direct-marketed chickens, turkeys, raw dairy, eggs, pork, and beef. I had to get out of farming out of necessity in 2007, but have man-

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aged farms, milked cows, and done carpentry work for the past several years. My heart has longed to get back into farming ever since. I married the love of my life, Ava, in April of 2011.

FROM THE STANDS X (factor) marks the spot

By Sterling L. Brown This is not an homage to Chiefs Super Fan, “X-Factor,” but rather to the pop culture surrounding the moniker and how it may be the most important aspect of the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2016 season. Training Camp is right on Chiefs Nation’s doorstep, with the first full squad practices in St. Joseph on July 30. Over the next few weeks, I will be using all or part of this space to muse, ponder, and analyze the team in major areas: offense, defense, special teams, and coaching. Moreover, I will establish the value of what I like to call “intangible metrics.” These intangible metrics, or X-factors, I believe will make or break this 2016-2017 season. To peel the bandage off of these intangible metrics, first let’s take a trip down memory lane. On Jan. 9, 2016, these metrics shined through the fog like a great beacon on the hill. After 22 years of playoff no-shows or one-game performances, the Chiefs went to Houston and did some “wood shedding.” While five forced turnovers, three sacks, and more than 140 yards on the ground will win you many football games on the road, even in the playoffs, the game was won because of several Xfactor-like components were present and the Chiefs’ manipulation and capitalization on them bode well toward their victory. Knile Davis’ opening kickoff return was not just the second longest in NFL postseason history, it was an exemplification of resilience. He was overlooked when Jamaal

Charles went down for the season with an ACL injury. Knile could have had a pity party. Instead, he answered the call. That simple mindset of being ready when you hear your name is something the Chiefs can control from the Head Coach all the way down. It simply comes down to how players choose to respond when negative things happen to them. Positive responses help them maintain control of their nerve, focus on their snap-to-snap responsibilities, and allows them to take advantage of situational opportunities to make plays toward a victory. Negative responses may keep them from getting off the sideline, regardless of health. Injuries could have also played a major role in that playoff win. When Jeremy Maclin went down and Justin Houston could not physically do as his mind and soul were telling him, the Chiefs did not miss a beat. Mostly, it’s because the Chiefs were prepared and created their own depth. I believe talent only gets you so far when it comes to depth in a roster and that true depth comes from preparation. This kind of depth, a true depth that is the dynamic concoction of physical ability and psychological fortitude, is a controllable X-factor that can overcome the infamous “injury bug” that has kept many a contending teams pretending to not be watching as other squads battle it out in the postseason. This Chiefs team must beat injuries before they happen. Andy Reid and his coaching staff have the experience to do just that. So far, the intangible metrics discussed have been directly related to nuts and bolts football stuff. But this Chiefs team will need to endure and control more than just what happens with the jersey on. Since the horrific acts of a former Chiefs Linebacker whose name will not be mentioned out of respect for Kasandra

Perkins’s memory and her loved ones, this team has been able to fly under the radar of off the field. Distractions are a part of every sport and on the professional level’ they can derail an entire season. The Chiefs start this season with a major, time-sensitive distraction baked into the pie. To the team in the helmets, he’s probably just another guy, but to the fans in the Sea of Red, the press with their readerships, listeners, and the omnipresent phenomenon that is social media, Tyreek Hill is a walking, talking, 4.23-40-yard-dashrunning, convicted and recovering domestic abuser. It will be a daunting task at best for General Manager John Dorsey and Andy Reid balance the perception of their organization’s values against the body politic and fan base that is rabid for wins, but wants to win them the right way. Plus, having it all hinge on whether this young man is ready to stay on the right path to a renewed manhood further amplifies how incendiary a powder keg this distraction may become. The Chiefs can control this as well. I am certain they already have started to by committing their entire locker room to focus on football but support Hill in any way he may need as the pressures of becoming an NFL player begin to mount. By the way, in the game versus the Texans, did anyone feel that these guys played with the distraction of not having won a playoff game in 22 years? Didn’t think so. While some of these X-factors have a root in things most players cannot control, they are all things commonly used to explain away why a good team on paper may have had that horrible season when they actually look up after 17 weeks and are on the outside looking in. But for these 2016-17 Chiefs, controlling their own destiny may start with taking a stab at controlling some things that many complacently label as just “bad luck.”

Ava is the second youngest of five, and grew up on her parents’ homestead where they milked goats and cows, raised rabbits, and had a vegetable garden. Ava has a deep love, compassion, and caring heart for animals. She has bred German shepherds for eight years and loves raising baby animals. Together we prayed and looked for a farm. Then God lead us to the Kansas City area back in the fall of 2013, and Peaceful Hills Farm was formed two years later in April. Our farm is in Grain Valley, just north of U.S. Route 70. We currently raise raw dairy, pasture pork, and free range eggs, and plan to expand into free range chickens and turkeys in 2017. We sell at the Raytown Farmers Market and other local farmers markets. We use homeopathic remedies on our animals and don’t use any chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides. We believe our personal health begins with the soil in which our food is raised, and are committed to restoring our land, which allows our animals to graze pastures rich with nutrients that not only keep them healthy but put the nutrients into the dairy, meat, and eggs.

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