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Barnes wins Democratic bid for House seat, faces VanBuskirk Nov. 8 By Kris Collins Jerome Barnes will be facing Bill VanBuskirk in the November general election for the Missouri House of Representatives District 28 seat, according to unofficial election results from the Jackson County Election Board. “In pinching myself. It was like I was dreaming,” Barnes said Wednesday morning. “I just want to thank all my supporters, and we’re just looking forward uniting the Democratic Party here in the 28th district and looking forward to facing off in the general election in November.” Barnes garnered 38 percent of the vote, enough to beat out Democratic challengers Jim Aziere, Josh Greene, Pat Riehle and Diane Krizek in the primary election to face VanBuskirk, the only Republican candidate, in the general election Nov. 8. District 28 covers the majority of Raytown. A total of 4,137 ballots were cast between both parties — 1,620 Republican ballots and 2,517 for Democrats. Aziere finished second among Democratic candidates with 32 percent of the votes. Krizek received 18.5 percent of votes, and Greene and Riehle took 7 percent and 4 percent. The seat became vacant because Tom McDonald is term-limited. Barnes is a retired labor relations specialist for the U.S. Postal Service and a sport official for basketball, volleyball and football.

This is his first bid for state office. He studied at Longview Community College and went through U.S. Army Non-Commission Officer School and arbitration advocacy school. He currently serves on the University of Missouri Extension Council and the Raytown C-2 School District Board of Education. He’s a member of the Raytown Democratic Association, Raytown Area Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Greater Kansas City Officials Association. VanBuskirk, who is retired from graphic arts work at Hallmark Cards, Inc., was first elected as a Raytown alderman in 2009. He has served as mayor pro tem, serves on multiple city committees, and is a member of the Raytown Area Chamber of Commerce and Raytown Historical Society. “First thing, I want to congratulate my opponent, Mr. Barnes, on his victory, and myself,” VanBuskirk said. “I’m very humbled, honored, thankful, and encouraged to get all the support I have received related to this campaign. I just hope when casting a vote Nov. 8 voters will consider most qualified person for the job.” Barnes said he does not have specific plans for his campaign between now and Nov. 8. “I just want to get out and let the people know I’ll be working for them, I want to get their ideas and how they want to move the 28th district forward,” he said. VanBuskirk said he has no plans

Photo by Kris Collins Voters line up for ballots at Raytown City Hall Tuesday.

to adjust his campaign after finding out Barnes is the Democratic candidate. I am who I am and I present myself as that, and I don’t change,” he said “I really think I can take some common sense and honesty and integrity to Jeff City.”

Election Results

U.S. Senator Democratic • Chief Wana Dubie – 2,168/10.5 percent • Cori Bush – 2,525/12.2 percent

• Jason Kander – 14,287/69 percent • Robert Mack – 1,715/8.3 percent Republican • Roy Blunt – 21,707/71 percent • Kristi Nichols – 6,723/22 percent • Bernie Mowinski – 811/2.7 percent • Ryan D. Luethy – 1,376/4.5 percent Libertarian • Jonathan Dine – 208/52 percent • Herschel L. Young – 192/48 percent Constitution • Fred Ryman – 59/100 percent

U.S. Representative District 5 Democratic • Emanuel Cleaver II – 14,923/85.7 percent • Roberta Gough – 2,484/14.3 percent Republican • Austin Rucker – 1,859/8.7 percent • Berton A. Knox – 1,033/4.8 percent • Michael Burris – 3,065/14.4 percent • Jacob Turk – 15,373/72.1 percent Libertarian

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Car wash raises $1,700 for new holiday lighting campaign By Kris Collins The Raytown Main Street Association raised $1,700 during a car wash and silent auction this past weekend. The money will go toward new commercial holiday lighting. Sue Frank, event chair for the fundraiser, co-hosted the event with Andrew Jansen, owner of Slick Willy’s Saloon. The event was held behind their businesses, where attendees could try their arm at sending someone into the dunk tank, enjoy a cold drink and shade under tents or bid on items in the silent auction. Frank estimated approximately 50 cars and

100 people came by throughout the day. “It was fun. I think everybody had a good time,” she said. “The mayor was amazing for his commitment for sitting in the dunk tank so long.” The “Let Our Light Shine” fundraising campaign began in early July with a dinner and auction, which raised half of the $20,000 goal. Frank said the Raytown Main Street Association will continue its efforts with an estate sale Sept. 8-10, and other events. Updates on future fundraisers may also be found at the main street association’s Facebook page at https://facebook.com/Down-

Photo courtesy Scott Walz Approximately 50 cars were washed during the day-long fundraiser just behind Sue Frank’s State Farm and Slick Willy’s Saloon.

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Raytown Mayor Mike McDonough sits in the dunk tank during the Raytown Main Street Association’s car wash fundraiser July 30.

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Sheriff wins primary against challenger who called his character into question

By Kris Collins

Despite the release of information calling into question Jackson County Sheriff Mike Sharp’s character, Sharp beat Democratic challenger Brice Stewart in the Aug. 2 primary election. He garnered 14,440 votes, or 70.4 percent of the vote, compared with Stewart’s 6,052. Sharp goes on to face Raymond L. Draper in the Nov. 8 general election. Draper, the lone Republican candidate, received 28,805 votes. On the website http://therealmikesharp.com, Stewart posted links to news articles about sexual harassment lawsuits filed against the sheriff’s office and a Raytown Police Department report filed by Sharp’s ex-wife, Cindi Sloan, detailing alleged harassment from Sharp shortly after the couple divorced. “When someone first meets

Mike Sharp he is very likable,” the site reads. “However once you get to know him you quickly realize how wrong your first impression was.” According to the report filed by Sloan with the Raytown Police Department, she told a detective Sharp began harassing her about dating another man following the couple’s January 2014 divorce. She said he was calling, texting and emailing her about the matter. She told the detective she filed the report per her attorney’s advice. “Let’s face it; it’s an election year, a time when would-be candidates throw mud to see what sticks,” Sharp said via email about the report. “My personal relationships outside the Sheriff’s department have no bearing or influence on my job as the elected professional sheriff of Jackson County.” The report, filed in March 2015,

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contains record of communication exchanged between Sharp and Sloan. “Do not contact me again,” Sloan said via text message to Sharp in March 2015. “You are scaring and intimidating me.” The detective who took the report noted Sloan did not reach out about pursuing harassment charges after the report was filed. The detective said in the report after reviewing the case information there was not enough cause for harassment charges to be filed. “Considering he (Sharp) had already told me that I’d never get an ex parte in Jackson County, and that no one could touch him since he was the highest ranking law enforcement officer in the county,” Sloan said via email, “I didn’t feel as though I could pursue safely.” Requests for comment made to the Raytown Municipal Court and

Raytown Police Department on why charges were not filed, or what actions could warrant harassment charges, were not returned to the Raytown-Brooking Eagle. Stewart also alleged Sharp tried to use his influence as vice president of the Missouri Sheriff’s Association to get his ex-wife’s boyfriend, Mick Covington, an employee of that organization, fired. Comments made in the Raytown police report made by Sloan seem to support the allegation. Additionally, in a 2015 email sent by the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association’s president at the time, Kevin Bond, to Sharp, he asks Sharp to step down from his leadership position within the organization because of his behavior toward Covington, which included asking for his resignation and requesting email communication of all Missouri Sheriffs’ Association employ-

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ees. “You have caused enough emotional distress on our staff, expended enough of our association’s resources, wasted enough of your fellow sheriff’s valuable time, and brought us to a point where you are forcing me to draw a line in the sand. You have damaged our innerworking in this process and you need to walk away so the board can repair that,” Bond wrote. The email was posted on Stewart’s website. Bond confirmed he penned the letter and declined to comment further. “I am not inclined to speak about another sheriff, especially when it is used for campaign purposes,” Bond said vie email. “As such, I have no further comment.” Sloan moved out of Jackson County for what she called “obvious reasons.”

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Raytown Farmers’ Market to celebrate National Farmers Market Week Aug. 7-13 The Raytown Farmers’ Market is celebrating National Farmers Market Week with performances by local musicians, cooking demonstrations and kids’ activities. Musicians Martha Haehl and Greg McCartney, and Dublin Harpers are billed for performances. Cooking demonstrations and tastings will be put on by Harvesters – The Community Food Network and Daryl Jones. The Raytown Farmers’ Market began in 2013 and currently has 14 farmers selling a wide variety of products, including grassfed beef, bison, lamb, chicken, pastured pork, eggs, a large variety of vegetables, herbs and plants, and jams and jellies. Some vendors offer Alpaca fiber hats and scarves, Goat’s milk soap and Angora shawls, scarves, and skeins of hand spin yarn, gluten-free baked

goods, homemade breads, cookies, and hand pies, handmade baby quilts, bibs, blankets and aprons. Raytown Farmers’ Market is producer-only market, meaning, vendors must grow or produce what they sell. Produce and meat is pesticide-, herbicide-, growth hormone- and antibiotic-free. Farmers must use organic methods to grow produce and raise their animals. The vendors must be local, living within a 120-mile radius of Raytown Farmers’ Market. Raytown Farmers’ Market accepts SNAP/EBT and through the Double Up Food Bucks program, which offers up to $25 in matching funds per week. More information on the Raytown Farmers’ Market may be found at http://raytownfarmersmarket.com.

Report shows no law enforcement deaths in Missouri for first half of 2016 A biannual review from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund showed that as of July 20, 67 federal, state and local law enforcement officers have died on the job in 2016, an 8 percent increase from the same period in 2015. However, there were no Missouri law enforcement officer fatalities during the reporting period. Despite a rise in deaths in the first half of the year,

the report showed that police fatalities have steadily declined in the U.S. over the past 40 years. Nationally, 32 officers have been killed this year due to circumstances involving a firearm, 24 were killed in traffic-related incidents. The most officer fatalities so far this year occurred in Texas, where 11 officers have died, followed by Louisiana with seven officer deaths.

Summer marks 17th year of Super Splash employment for manager

Photo courtesy Katie Langley Super Splash USA Aquatic Supervisor Katie Langley poses at the park with assistant managers Zach Cianciolo, center, and Dane Craig. This summer marks Langley’s 17th year of employment at the water park.

Katie Langley, aquatic supervisor for Super Splash USA, has worked at the park longer than some of her employees have been alive. This summer marks her 17th year at the park. She was first hired in 1999 to work in the concession stand and returned one summer after another. She even worked at the pool during summers through her college years at the University of Central Missouri, and has been the highest-ranking employee for the past three years. Langley, who is an art teacher, said she enjoys bringing an educational element to her summer job. “My degree is K-12, but I teach elementary art at the Park Hill School District,” she said. “But I still like working with high school kids so this gives me that opportunity. “For a lot of these kids — just like myself — it’s their first job. … I look at it more as a teaching aspect, teaching them how to be an employee, teaching them a lot of things we think are common sense, but might not be common sense to them. … Their version of cleaning the bathroom and my version of cleaning the bathroom are definitely different, so I have to show them what it looks like, and I have to walk them through that.” The park employs approxi-

mately 120 teenagers every summer, and many of the employees return every year. She estimates she has managed 1,000 kids during her time at the water park. “It’s fun to see because a lot of them still come back here with their families,” she said. “I used to teach swim lessons and all that and some of my kids I thought lessons to when I was 14 and 15 now work here and I’m their boss.” Apart from offering a helping hand to area kids during their first jobs, she said she’s proud of the progress the park has made on social media, considering the growing role it plays for businesses. The park is ranked No. 2 in Facebook “likes” among other water parks in the Kansas City Metro area. The park has had a social media intern for the past three years and Super Splash now has active accounts across all popular social media applications; even two geofilters on Snapchat (Geofilters are photo overlays that tell the “when and where” of Snapchat photo, according to the company’s website). “It’s definitively a second home to me,” said Langley, a Raytown resident her whole life. “I can’t even describe it. It’s just a family feeling up here.” Having never had a summer off, Langley is still considering if she’ll be aquatic supervisor next summer.

The Raytown Police Department is looking for witnesses to a motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:38 p.m. Aug. 1 at E. 63 Street and Raytown Trafficway. The crash involved a large sedan and a sport utility vehicle. Four people suffered

minor injuries and were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Nobody involved fled the scene. The investigation is ongoing. Traffic investigators request anyone that may have witnessed the crash to call officer Sheets at 816-737-6112.

By Kris Collins

Submitted by Kevin Carpenter During your working years, your primary investment goal is generally growth – you need your money to grow so that you can eventually afford the comfortable retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned. But when you retire, should you change course and adjust your investment strategy from “offense” to “defense?” Actually, it’s not quite that simple. To begin with, even while you are working, you don’t want your portfolio to be completely filled with growth-oriented investments, such as stocks. If it were, you would likely be taking on a degree of investment risk that’s too high, because, as you may know, stocks will fluctuate in price – sometimes significantly. And if you only own stocks, you could take a big hit during a market downturn. That’s

why you need to have an array of investments – stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit (CDs) and so on. By spreading your investment dollars this way, you can give yourself more opportunities for success while reducing the impact of volatility on your portfolio. (Keep in mind, though, that diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses.) Now, let’s fast-forward to your retirement date. Once you retire, you may need to look at your investment portfolio somewhat differently – instead of “building it up,” you may now want to think of “making it last.” So, your first impression might be that instead of maintaining the diversified portfolio you had when you were working, you need to switch to predominantly “safe” investments, such as CDs and treasury bonds, to reduce the risk of losing principal.

And such a strategy might indeed be effective – if your retirement were only going to last a year or so. But the chances are reasonably good that you could be retired for two, or possibly even three, decades. If that’s the case, then you will have to deal with a threat to your lifestyle that you might not have considered: inflation. We’ve had low inflation for several years, but that could change in the future. Consider this: Even at a relatively low 3 percent inflation rate, prices double roughly every 25 years. And depending on your personal needs and spending patterns, your personal inflation rate might be even higher. To protect yourself against inflation, you will find that investments such as CDs and Treasury bonds are typically not much help. In fact, in a low-rate environment, your returns on these investments may not even keep up with inflation, much less keep you

ahead of it. That’s not to say they have no value – they can provide you with an income stream and help lower your overall investment risk. But to defend your purchasing power, you will still need some growth potential in your investment portfolio during your retirement years. Your exact percentage of stocks and other growthoriented investments will depend on a variety of factors – your projected longevity, other sources of income, family situation, risk tolerance and so on. You may want to consult with a financial professional to ensure that your portfolio mix is suitable for your needs. Many things may change in your life when you retire – but the need for investment diversification is not one of them. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

The Jackson County Legislature approved the following items on the consent agenda during its regular meeting Aug. 1: • Item 19217, a resolution authorizing the county executive to execute a cooperative agreement with the Missouri Clean Energy District related to the collection and distribution of special assessments, or clean energy improvements, at no cost to the county. • Item 19218, a resolution authorizing the extension of the agreement with Data Driven Consulting, LLC, of Kansas City, for the furnishing of project consulting services for use by the prosecuting attorney’s office at no additional cost to the county. • Item 19219, a resolution authorizing the chief financial officer to execute certain documents in connection with the Jackson County Industrial Development Authority’s Series 2002A Recreational Facilities revenue bonds to resolve certain tax matters with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service for the benefit of YMCA of Greater Kansas City. All costs associated with the county lending assistance are the responsibility of the YMCA, which is requesting assistance because Industrial Develop-

ment Authority dissolved from loss of its directors. The following items were introduced to the legislature and assigned to committee: • Item 4870, an ordinance appropriating $2,000 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2016 anti-drug sales tax fund and authorizing the county executive to execute an agreement in acceptance of funding for overtime pay provided by the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force for use by the Jackson County Drug Task Force for “Operation Wet Laundry.” The rules were suspended to adopt the ordinance by roll call vote. • Item 19221, a resolution transferring $29,034 within the 2016 anti-drug sales tax fund to cover the cost of software licenses to support the KARPEL case management system for use by the prosecuting attorney’s office. The resolution was assigned to the justice and law enforcement committee. • Item 19222, a resolution transferring $22,062 within the 2016 federal forfeiture fund for use by the Jackson County Drug Task Force for a new vehicle. The resolution was assigned to the antidrug committee. • Item 19223, a resolution authorizing the county ex-

ecutive to execute an agreement with the University of Missouri - Kansas City to provide technical assistance for the No Violence Alliance (NoVA) program for use by the prosecuting attorney’s office at a total cost to the county not to exceed $19,720. The item was assigned to the anti-drug committee. • Item 19224, a resolution transferring $30,000 within the 2016 anti-drug sales tax fund and authorizing the county executive to execute addenda to the cooperative agreements with Arts Tech and Deana Bellamaganya, both of Kansas City, Missouri, for the Sentenced to the Arts Program, at an additional aggregate cost to the county of $30,000. The resolution was assigned to the anti-drug committee. • Item 19255, a resolution authorizing the director of finance and purchasing to issue a check in the amount of $1,500 to Kansas City Public School District for sponsorship of its Summerfest Back to School event to be held Aug. 6. A motion was made to suspend the rules and the resolution was adopted by roll call vote. • Item 19227, a resolution assenting to the issuance of revenue bonds payable from revenues to be derived from

the operation of the Little Blue Valley Sewer System in an amount not to exceed $20,000,000 for the purpose of financing the Phase III Improvements Program for the wastewater collection and treatment system, including the provision of Advanced Air Emissions Controls for the Atherton Wastewater Treatment Facilities. The rules were suspended to adopt the resolution by roll call vote. • Item 19228, a resolution awarding a contract on request for qualifications for the furnishing of professional surveying services for use by the public works department to Bartlett & West, of Lee’s Summit, at a cost to the county of $575,000. The resolution was assigned to the public works committee. The Associate of the Month Award for June 2016 was presented to Elizabeth Parker, victim advocate in the Special Victims Unit of the Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Melissa Mauer Smith, director of Family Support Services, received a proclamation from Jackson County Executive Frank White Jr. proclaiming August 2016 as Child Support Awareness Month.

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Jackson County settles wrongful termination lawsuit for $40k By Kris Collins During its regular meeting July 11, the Jackson County Legislature approved a $40,000 settlement with a former employee who filed a lawsuit against the county in 2015 claiming wrongful termination. The county settled the lawsuit filed by Rochelle Moss, who used to be secretary to the director of the Jackson County Commission on Ethics, Human Relations, and Citizens Complaints, for $40,641, and in doing so was released of all claims. Moss filed the suit in September of 2015 after she, according to court documents, was fired because of regular leave she needed for a medical condition, per a physician’s order. Court documents state Moss was fired in May of 2014 because her need for one to three days of leave per month from September 2013 to September 2014 for her medical condition. Moss started working with the county in October of 2006. She is no longer employed by Jackson County. “While Jackson County cannot discuss specific personnel issues, the county does provide its employees with training to ensure their compliance with state and

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First, I want to congratulate Jerome Barnes for his victory and a well-run campaign for state representative in the Democratic primary this week. Secondly, I want to thank all of you who took the time to talk with me at your front door as I campaigned for the House seat. I will not soon forget our conversations, your stories and the concerns you shared with me. Many thanks to all those who contributed to my campaign and cast a vote at the polls for me. I could not do without thanking my dear friend and committee treasurer, Andy Pickard, who faithfully adhered to campaign reporting rules. But I am most indebted to former state Representative Jim Barnes and Barb Schlapia who gave so generously and selflessly of their

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Learn some German, have some food for thought If you weren’t at the Raytown Parks and Recreation Board meeting July 18, you missed a free clinic in patience put on by then-president George Mitchell (The board voted on new officers later in the meeting). There were approximately

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Election continued from page 1 • Roy Welborn – 301/100 percent U.S. Representative District 6 Democratic • Travis Gonzalez – 1,131/32.2 percent • Edward Dwayne Fields – 426/12.1 percet • David M. Blackwell – 961/27.4 percent • Kyle Yarber – 662/18.9 percent • Matthew C. McNabney – 333/9.5 percent. Republican • Sam Graves – 6,131/73.9 percent • Kyle Reid – 881/10.6 percent

• Christopher Ryan – 1,287/15.5 percent Libertarian • Russ Lee Monchil – 85/100 percent Governor Democratic • Leonard Joseph Steinmann II – 686/3.2 percent • Chris Koster – 15,363/72.1 percent • Eric Morrison – 2,574/12.1 percent • Charles B. Wheeler – 2,689/12.6 percent Republican • Catherine Hanaway – 6,159/19.5 percent • Eric Greitens – 10,856/34.4 percent • John Brunner – 8,116/25.7 percent

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There’s a right way to parent, then there’s Mom’s way

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Jason Offutt The sentence took me by surprise. It could be because it was spoken in some place calm and reserved like a grocery store instead of the explosion of human nature that is Wal-Mart, or it could be because the sentence was from another era. Pushing my cart down the cereal aisle, 15 words knocked me into the past. Woman’s voice: “Do I have to whoop you upside the head to get you outta that cart?” Is that Mom? No, wait. This isn’t 1972 when a parent could say such a thing without fear of arrest. As I walked by the woman’s cart with a 4-year-old standing in the basket not flinching (a sure sign he never got “whooped”), I knew the boy was OK. I’d been threatened a lot as a kid and it got me to shut up, even though I knew Mom was never going to “whoop” me, or “knock me into next week.” The thing is, everyone else in the produce aisle, the Ben Franklin five and dime, or the doctor’s office knew I was only going to find out what next week looked like when it got there. Fast forward to 2016: Parents are afraid to look directly at their child in public for fear someone will call child protective services. Through our desire to keep children as safe and happy as possible, what we have created, my friends, is “Generation Snowflake.” A London think tank called the Institute of Ideas has named today’s young people that because snowflakes are fragile. They “believe it’s their right to be protected from anything they might find unpalatable,” ac-

cording to an article in the U.K. newspaper The Sun. Claire Fox of the institute told The Sun American and British universities are dominated by students who are, “dead set on banning anything they find remotely offensive.” Really. Well, if you’re younger than 20, you should have stopped reading 10 paragraphs ago. In an article Fox penned for the U.K.’s Daily Mail, she stated, “It makes me sad that these teens and 20-somethings have become so fearful that they believe a dissenting opinion can pose such a serious threat.” Such as what? How about banning clapping in a university’s student union because it’s offensive to those students not being applauded. The students have been encouraged to use jazz hands instead, even though this should offend anyone who enjoys jazz. British students have also decided sombreros in Mexican restaurants have to go because they “feel” wrong. The institute’s study shows “Snowflake” students often cry when faced with opinions and concepts they aren’t comfortable with. If you want to cry, try paying bills, kiddos. Maybe, just maybe, if Snowflakers had grown up with parents who occasionally threatened to hit them so hard they’d time travel, tears wouldn’t flow whenever they hear a fart joke. That’s why I love the woman who sat near me at my son’s baseball game. She yelled at her two small boys who ran screaming around the bleachers. “If you don’t stop that right now I swear to God I’m going to pretend I don’t know you.” Brilliant parenting, lady. I salute you. Jason Offutt’s latest book, “Across a Corn-Swept Land: An epic beer run through the Upper Midwest,” is available at amazon.com. A native of Missouri, Jason currently teaches journalism at Northwest Missouri State University and has earned many humor writer awards throughout his career. His racy first novel, “A Funeral Story,” is available at amazon.com.

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By George Michaud This past week, we ended the story as we had just sat down for dinner. I said that Rudy Vallee was a very unique individual. He was an extrovert in every way I could see, and gregarious to the point that one felt like it would be great to just tell him to cool it and listen for a minute and then resume his conversation. In other words, Rudy was one who took the floor and held it for as long as he could before someone else either changed the subject or added something to his conversation that he wanted to listen to. He was a difficult person to converse with, to the point where my friend and I looked at each other at dinner and shrugged our shoulders as if to say, “OK, just let him go on with whatever he wants to finish.” All I had to say was that he would do well at the Tustin, California location, which is a larger showroom than the normal group of restaurants and showrooms we had to offer, and closer for him to get to. As soon as the issue switched to him, he was interested. I continued and said, “I’m not saying that we will book

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you there. I’m just saying that this type of room, with the age category crowd that frequents the place, I feel you would do well there given your name value and such.” Vallee said he would do great at any location I put him in, any stage I put him on; that people knew who he was and he put on a great show. “After dinner I want to play a tape of one of my shows for you two,” he said. I thought, “Oh my God, we have to sit here and listen to an entire hour-long show.” Rick Buche said that he wasn’t sure that folks would remember Rudy Vallee because before he left his office, he said he asked everyone there if they ever heard of Rudy Vallee and not one person remembered the name. “I don’t mean to insult you in any way, but that’s true,” Rick said. “If you put an ad in the LA Times, I’ll fill the room every night,” Rudy said in reply. I said we would give some thought to this one and finish out dinner and take a listen to the show he had on tape. He had an old cassette player which had a recording of a show he put on in a church down on Franklin Avenue, just a few blocks away from Hollywood Boulevard. Robert (Mr. Vallee’s houseman) continued to serve a wonderful dinner and I must try to describe to you the breathtaking view from each side of the dining room table. Looking across my side of the table I could see Catalina Island, and looking through the window where Rick was sitting we could see all of Universal Studios, The Universal Sheraton Hotel and

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Raytown, KC men indicted for bankruptcy fraud

Two Jackson County men are facing bankruptcy fraud charges after being indicted by a federal grand jury this past week for allegedly engaging in a fraud scheme to prevent Jackson County from selling dozens of their rental properties after failure to pay property taxes. According to Tammy Dickinson, U.S. attorney for the Western District of Missouri, Kenneth Mabrie, 66, of

Raytown, and Curtis Jones, 53, of Kansas City, were charged in a five-count indictment on July 20. According to the indictment, Mabrie and Jones failed to pay Jackson County property taxes on approximately 37 rental properties they owned in Kansas City. They filed for bankruptcy protection on the day of or a few days before the properties were scheduled to be

sold by the county at auction, the indictment states, which prevented the sale. Their bankruptcy petitions were dismissed shortly thereafter. The total delinquent county property tax due and owed by Mabrie and Jones on the properties listed in the bankruptcy petitions was $173,640. Mabrie is charged with one count of bankruptcy fraud, and Mabrie and Jones

are charged together with five additional counts of bankruptcy fraud. Mabrie allegedly failed to pay Jackson County property taxes on at least 23 rental properties he owned in Kansas City from 2006 through 2013, the indictment states. The properties would go into foreclosure and be scheduled to be sold by the county at auction, a process that takes four years.

Mabrie and Jones allegedly filed bankruptcy petitions within days of the auctions to prevent the properties from being sold. The petitions were dismissed shortly after for failure to file necessary information. Jones allegedly filed bankruptcy petitions that included properties deeded over from Mabrie just before the petitions were filed. Seven of the properties were con-

tained in a 2011 bankruptcy petition previously filed by Mabrie, according to Dickinson’s office. Following the filing of the bankruptcy petitions, Mabrie continued to collect rent on the rental properties. Mabrie also continued to receive Housing Assistance Payments totaling $18,722 through the Housing Choice Voucher Program, commonly referred to as “Section 8.”

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“If any of you attended you would have heard one common theme from those fishing, and that is: What’s with all the moss?” he said. “You had this planned forever. What’s with all the moss?” Harmless enough in print, but the tone was all wrong. He also called for more transparency from the board. He asked that the board make a better effort to post meeting agendas, meeting minutes, et cetera on the city’s website or the parks and recreation website. The agendas have not been posted online with any regularity and Mitchell admitted the board could improve in that area. Sandy Hartwell, former Raytown alderwoman, offered her two cents. She was displeased to hear the board was considering, because a consultant team recommended it, a possible sales tax

increase for potential renovations to Super Splash USA. She also thought the board should charge non-Raytown residents more for entry into the water park. “You need to be charging them more, just like Lee’s Summit and all the other surrounding areas do,” she said. “All you have to do is call and find out how they do it. It can’t be that hard.” I think the tone comes off the page in this case. Mitchell handled it with class, in his calm sonorous voice and without heavy exhalations or crossed arms. He addressed each comment. He didn’t have to do that. The board is under no obligation to address public comments. I mention all of that because Hartwell made a very interesting and applicable statement: All you have to do is call and find out. Tush made

an equally valuable comment before he made his public comment. “I probably should have came [sic] up here some time ago on some of these …” he said, looking down at his notes. Later in the meeting Raytown Superintendent of Parks Ron Fowler, as cool as you like, explained that the pond at Kenagy Park catches runoff, and with it all the fertilizer applied to lawns. It makes for a nutrient-rich paradise for moss and grass in the water. Fowler explained the water temperature has to be greater than 70 degrees for the chemicals, which cost $700 per quart, to be effective against the moss. Too much of the chemical will kill the fish. Sure, the derby could be pushed further into the summer, allowing more time for water temperature to increase, but it wouldn’t line

up with Missouri’s free fishing weekend when licenses aren’t required — another detail that came from parks and recreation staff. As for out-of-towners having to pay more to get into Super Splash, yeah sure, maybe. That’s not for me to decide. I think it’s worth noting, however, that 30 groups have already attended or have trips scheduled to Super Splash in the remainder of the season. Some of the groups come with as many as 120 kids and some groups have gone as many as four times — in one summer. As of July 30, the water park has seen $13,164 in revenue from the out-of-towners. Should we monitor sidewalks and bill out-of-towners accordingly for damage? How can we be sure those the same folks aren’t goofing up Raytown’s air quality with their untethered respiration?

Hyperbole, I know, but I’ll presume the point landed. It has been said 100 times by the park board members, but it bears repeating: Parks are a public service. Yes, Mr. Tush, you should have come to the parks board much sooner than you did. To boot, the parks department is only a phone call away. It’s really isn’t that hard, Mrs. Hartwell. Answers would have been readily available, and I’m willing to bet staff would have been glad to field questions. If you offer criticism without suggesting a solution, you’re part of the problem. The name of the game is collaboration. Insular attitudes and myopic statements are passable in politics, but not in public service. On an even more elementary level, let’s start treating each other with more respect.

a dozen folks from the community and other elected officials at the meeting; most offered public comment. Germans have a few phenomenal words that simply don’t translate into English. One of them is das Fremschämen. Learn something new today and look it up. I was filled to the brim with it by the end of the 45-minute public comment portion of the meeting. Richard Tush, member of the Raytown Fire Protection District Board of Directors and Public Water Supply District No. 2 Board of Directors, was first up to bat. He was clearly upset about the state of the pond, which he called an “overall lack of responsibility to the citizens,” at C. Lee Kenagy Park for the fishing derby in June.

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and I were so embarrassed for him. Rudy told Robert to put on the tape. Well, something had gone wrong and it wouldn’t play. Rudy said, “As much as you and I practiced all day for this, it doesn’t work?” Rudy used some choice and obscene words directed to Robert and we just felt so bad for him again. Rudy even went over to the machine himself and tried several times and there was no audio coming out. He was so mad, and showed it. He just didn’t know what to say. I said, “I understand you have quite a collection of au-

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tographs and memorabilia somewhere here.” Rudy was pleased that I asked. He said he had every album cover he ever made, the originals and photos of him with every star throughout the years. Sure enough, he took us over to the tennis court and underneath that was some 40,000 square feet of space, every inch filled with Rudy Vallee memorabilia, all in alphabetical order. We began with the letter “A.” There were stacks and stacks of photos, newspaper reviews and writeups dating back to the 1920s through the 1980s. “This is the largest collec-

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Scan Code To Read Application Details and Apply or Visit RaytownEagle.com/news/ job-listings/ tion I’ve ever seen in my life,” I said. Rick agreed. It was like taking a tour through the decades. Nostalgic isn’t the word. It was more like a museum. Rudy said all of it would be donated to the Smithsonian Institution after his death. The collection was phenomenal. I’ve seen stars be organized, most of them not, but never had I seen the likes of this. Rudy was still yelling at poor Robert. When Rudy went away for a few minutes we asked Robert how long he had been working for Mr. Vallee. He said 27 years. That was a shocker to the both of

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Everything Rudy showed us was “me,” “I,” and “Sinatra and I,” and it went on for a long time until Rick said he had somewhere to be. He didn’t want to see us go. Rudy wanted to hear that we wanted to hire him for several of our places. However, Rick and I agreed that we would say that we would be giving this a lot of thought and get back to him as soon as we could. Next week we’ll get out of the driveway, which was an experience in itself. As always, see you next week, and you all stay a happy.

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Obituaries Winston David “Skip” Ackerman II Winston “Skip” Ackerman, 55, Sarasota, Fla., passed away June 29, 2016. Born Aug. 1, 1960, in Springfield, Mo. Skip graduated in 1978 from Raytown South HS. In 1988-89, he worked at the US penitentiary in Lewisburg, PA as a prison guard and SORT Team member. He was an avid KC Chiefs and Royals fan and loved swimming, playing cards and singing the oldies. Preceded in death by father, Winston D. Ackerman, grandparents, Winston A. Ackerman and Velma C. Ackerman, and nephew, Brett Baslee. Survived by mother, Carol Ackerman; daughter, Lindsey Livingston; sisters, Kim Hickerson (Craig), Teresa Fisher (Harry); grandchildren, Colten, Cooper, Addison, Kensley; niece, Angela Hickerson; nephew, Matthew Baslee. The family plans a private inurnment at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Kathy L. Berry Kathy L. Berry, 60, of Blue Springs, MO, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Kathy left far too soon after a courageous battle with cancer. Kathy was born July 15, 1956 in Kansas City, Kansas. On September 9, 1983, she married Marvin Berry Jr. in Raytown, MO. Kathy enjoyed a career as a professional dog groomer. She was a devoted and loving wife, loving mother, and a special grandmother. She was loved so very much. Her smile and laughter radiated throughout all that knew her. Kathy will be missed greatly. Kathy’s request was that she leave this earth quietly and a celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Survivors include her husband, Marvin Berry Jr.; daughters and son, Kristina Long, Jessica Dotson and Derek Berry; her sister, Ann Richardson; half-brother, Brain Graham; two half-sisters; and 10 grandchildren. Kathy loved animals, cooking, flowers, Nascar Racing (never call during a race), Kansas City Chiefs along with Kansas City Royals, but most of all she loved her husband, family and friends. God has gained a “Special Angel” and she will be watching and loving all that knew her. You may contact Marvin for the date of Kathy’s Celebration of Life. James “Jim” Carothers James “Jim” Carothers, 73, of Raytown, Mo., passed away Sunday, July 31, 2016, at St. Luke’s East Hospital. No services are planned. Shelby Chapman Shelby Chapman, 80, Ray-

Election continued from page 4 • Peter D. Kinder – 6,413/20.3 percent Libertarian • Cisse W. Spragins – 382/100 percent Lieutenant Governor Democratic • Winston Apple – 3,431/16.7 percent • Russ Carnahan – 15,412/74.8 percent • Tommie Pierson, Sr. 1,758/8.5 percent Republican • Arnie C. – AC Dienoff – 1,331/4.5 percent • Bev Randles – 13,611/45.9 per cent • Mike Parson – 14,715/49.6 percent Libertarian • Steven R. Hedrick – 390/100 percent Secretary of State Democratic • Bill Clinton Young – 4,175/20.9 percent • Robin Smith – 14,012/70.2 percent • MD Rabbi Alam – 1,787/9 percent Republican • Will Kraus – 15,260/49.5 percent

town died July 21, 2016. Visitation was held at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society Tuesday August 2, 12-1pm, services immediately following with burial Mt. Moriah. Carolyn Gramlich Carolyn was born on February 13, 1942 and passed away on Friday, July 29, 2016. Carolyn was a resident of Raytown, Missouri at the time of her passing. She graduated from Blue Springs High School. Services will be held on Friday Aug. 6 at 7:00 pm at Unity Church 14304 E 39th St. S. Independence Mo. Sheila M. Laird Herx Sheila M. Laird Herx, born Sept. 7, 1960, in Raytown, Mo., passed peacefully from her battle with cancer on July 27, 2016, at Kansas City Hospice House. Rev. Robert L. Hughes Rev. Robert L. Hughes, 67, passed away July 30, 2016. Visitation was from 6-8 PM Monday, Aug. 1 at Floral Hills Funeral Home. Funeral services were at 10AM Tuesday, Aug. 2 at the church; burial followed in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers his family would like contributions to be made to the Bell Sanctuary c/o KU Medical Center. Robert was a lifelong area resident. He worked as a custodian for the Raytown School District for 19 years, retiring in 1994. Robert was a member of Sterling Acres Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and minister. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Mary Hughes; a son, Greg Hughes; a daughter, April Hughes; a brother, Jerry Hughes and his wife Bev; 2 sisters, Gloria Sterner and her husband Pat; Joyce Farnham. Norma Elizabeth Lett Norma Elizabeth Lett was born on May 20, 1936, and passed from this earth on July 26, 2016, at St. Luke’s East Hospital. She was born and grew up in Leon, Iowa, and had a childhood full of stories of life as the town doctor’s daughter, being a child in World War II, and sharing adventures with her brother Jerry. After graduation from the University of Iowa, she and her then husband Turner, lived in many places across the Midwest. They settled in Raytown, Mo., in 1973. In 1977, she started working at Burns and McDonnell in the stenography pool, and eventually was promoted to Executive Assistant to one of the company’s vice presidents. She retired from Burns and McDonnell in 2000. After retirement, Norma moved to Lee’s Summit in 2006. She was preceded in death by her • John (Jay) Ashcroft – 14,550/47.2 percent • Roi Chinn – 1,027/3.3 percent Libertarian • Chris Morrill – 388/100 percent State Treasurer Democratic • Pat Contreras – 6,872/34.8 percent • Judy Baker – 12,852/65.2 percent Republican • Eric Schmitt – 26,163/100 percent Libertarian • Sean O’Toole – 384/100 percent Attorney General Democratic • Jake Zimmerman – 7,460/36.5 percent • Teresa Hensley – 12,991/63.5 percent Republican • Josh Hawley – 20,540/68.3 percent • Kurt Schaefer – 9,530/31.7 percent State Senator District 9 Democratic • Shalonn (Kiki) Curls – 2,012/100 percent State Senator District 11 Democratic • John Joseph Rizzo –

parents, Dr. William Norman Doss and Sarah Lorena Doss and her brother, Jerome Doss. She is survived by daughters, Diane Anderson (Phil), Linda Lett Way, Jon Lett (Laura) and grandchildren, Lauren and Rachel Anderson, Jessica and Shannon Way, and Grace, Olivia, and Connor Lett. Funeral service was Thursday, Aug. 4, at Langsford Funeral Home. Visitation was at 5 p.m. and was followed by a memorial service at 6 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation. Karen M. Maxwell Karen M. Maxwell, 71, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2016, of Independence, Mo. Karen died peacefully in her home with family by her side after a 14 year battle of lung cancer. A graveside service was conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 30, at Floral Hills Cemetery. Karen was born Aug. 26, 1944, in the Leed’s Community of Kansas City, Mo. She was the daughter of the late Wayne Wade Breeze. She retired from the Kansas City School District Maintenance Department as a Typewriter Repair Technician. Karen is survived by mother, Grace E. Breeze of Raytown, Mo.; her son, Steven H. Maxwell (Sharon) of Pembroke Pines, Fla., and grandson, Alexander Maxwell. She was preceded in death by granddaughter, Katelyn Maxwell in 2011. Other survivors include Karen’s sister-inlaw, Linda Breeze, niece, Sarah Breeze and nephew, Brian Breeze of Hood River, Ore. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Children’s TLC, 3101 Main St., Kansas City, MO, 64111 in memory of Katelyn Maxwell or The Full Gospel Assembly, 10537 East Sixth St., Independence, MO 64053. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at floralhillsfuneralhome.com.

passed away on August 1, 2016. A visitation was held from noon to 1 p.m., with a funeral service at 1 p.m., on Thursday, Aug. 4, at Eastgate Christian Church, 4010 S. River Blvd., Independence, Mo. She will be laid to rest in Mount Moriah Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Crossroads Hospice in her honor. Ruby was born on May 22, 1925, in Lexington, Mo., to Louis and Ruby (Boley) Sanders. She graduated from Henrietta High School; after graduation, she moved to Kansas City. She met Samuel Bloom while she was working as a movie theater ticket seller, and they married in 1946. She proudly helped raise Samuel’s two sons. After Samuel’s death in 1985, she remarried to Jack Reisner, whom she met through church. She was a member of Raytown Christian Church and most recently Eastgate Christian Church, as well as P.E.O. and G.F.W.C. She was renowned for her cooking and baking skills. She was once featured in the KC Star’s column, “Come into My Kitchen.” Her cookies, cakes, and rolls were second to none, and her family always looked forward to Christmas get-togethers. She also enjoyed shopping, sewing, knitting, and keeping an impeccable flower garden. Ruby was preceded in death by her husbands, Samuel and Jack; step-son, David; and brothers, Raymond and Louis Jr. Ruby is survived by her sister, Geneva Iles; brother, Bob Sanders; step-sons, James S. Bloom (Peggy) and Pete Bloom (Shirley); daughters-in-law, Barbara Reisner and Connie Stewart; and numerous grandchildren and extended family. Online condolences at

Bernadine “Bernie” Thompson Bernadine “Bernie” Thompson, 92, Raytown, Mo., passed away August 2, 2016. Visitation is at 1 p.m. with funeral at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, at Floral Hills. Burial to follow at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Bernie was born July 14, 1924, in Dallas Center, Iowa, to Fred and Lola Ingram. Bernie was preceded in death by parents, husband of 61 years, Kenneth Thompson, sister, Jean Thompson, sons, Kenneth Craig “KC” Thompson and Robert Brent Thompson. She is survived by her sister, Ruth Young, daughters, Karen Yoakum (Bill), Brenda LasaterFinnegan (Bill), Jennifer Ward (Gary), 12 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, as well as many other family members. Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Hospice and Church of the Brethren in St. Joseph, Mo. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www. floralhillsfuneralhome. Nadine Barnard Van Hook “I was born in Independence and that’s where I hope to die.” On July 23, 2016 that wish was fulfilled. Born of Alta Bernice and Ralph M. Barnard, October 20, 1919, Nadine was the youngest of four daughters. She was preceded in death by Verlie Wilson Hare, Marion Conyers, Velma Jean Hughes and her younger brother, Nelson Barnard. Nadine attended UKC (UMKC) and graduated from Warrensburg State Teacher’s College (CMSU) where she met John A. Van Hook. They married September 7, 1940. After settling in Independence, John coached at Glennon High School before assuming his long-time position as the first full time director of Parks and Recreation, City of Independence. She became a 2nd grade teacher assigned to Bryant Elementary School. Her basement classroom in the “old building” soon became a haven of encouragement, learning and love. Nadine retired some 20 years later. She and John (Jack) enjoyed many activities

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from square dancing (Promanaders) in the fifties: Evenings watching baseball at Crysler Stadium (Kiwanis League of which he was commissioner); and many social and philanthropic activities associated with the Independence Kiwanis Club. They also loved to play bridge. Nadine was a member of the Independence Junior Service League; she was a 61 year member of Independence First Christian Church and played in the bell choir; the 1936 class of William Chrisman benefitted from her serving on the reunion committee for many years. A decade after her husband’s death in 1993, she became a resident of Hidden Lake (Raytown) before her final move to Rosewood on the Groves Campus in 2014. Her caregivers and those around her often remarked about her wit and humor. Mrs. Van Hook, her proudest title, is survived by son, John Austin Van Hook Jr (Chicago), daughter, Judith Standley, and son-inlaw, Clyde Neal Standley; two granddaughters, Amy Jo Standley DuRall (Belton), and Rev. Jill Standley Sullins and husband, Eric (Lee’s Summit). Also surviving are two great-grandchildren, Trenton Blake DuRall, and Madison Jane Sullins; one niece and two nephews; and godchild, Margaret Purdee Ragan (KC). The family would like to thank her caregivers, especially Ulysses at Rosewood, and the Groves Hospice staff for their special care and concern as she made her transition into God’s loving hands. They would also like to give appreciation to Mrs. Martha Schmidt. The body will be at rest at the Speaks Suburban Funeral Home, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, 816-373-3600. Visitation was held on Monday, Aug. 1, at 9:30 a.m. Service began at 10:30 a.m. Private interment followed at Mound Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the scholarship fund of First Christian Church, 125 S. Pleasant, Independence, MO 64050. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com.

Hester Murphy Hester was born on August 26, 1921 and passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2016. Hester was a resident of Raytown, Missouri at the time of her passing. She attended Monette High School. She was married to Mart. On Monday August 1 2016 there was a visitation at 10:00 AM followed by a memorial service at 11:00 AM at Heartland Funeral Home, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd in Raytown Missouri. She will be interred in Unity Cemetery in Jonesboro Arkansas. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Ruby M. Reisner Ruby M. Reisner,

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3,562/44.1 percent • Jessica (Jess) Podhola – 3,192/39.5 percent • Anthony Banks – 571/7.1 percent • Mary Catherine DiCarlo – 747/9.3 percent Republican • Brent Thurston Lasater – 8,573/100 percent Jackson County Executive Democratic • Frank White, Jr. – 20,526/100 percent Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney Democratic • Jean Peters Baker – 19,094/100 percent Jackson County Sheriff Democratic • Mike Sharp – 14,440/70.5 percent • Brice Stewart – 6,052/29.5 percent Republican • Raymond L. Draper – 25,805/100 percent Raytown voters struck down the only issue on the ballot by vote of 3,238 to 1,231. Voting down the measure allows the city to continue collecting local sales tax for motor vehicle purchases made outside the state.

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Entertainment Guide

Damon, Greengrass get ‘Bourne’ again

By Livingston Brees As if we needed any more proof that today’s Hollywood is a land where the franchise is king, look no farther than “Jason Bourne,” this week’s No. 1 movie. The “Bourne” film franchise began in 2002 with the excellent “Bourne Identity,” which also marked the first time Matt Damon headlined a bona fide blockbuster (“Saving Private Ryan”and “Ocean’s 11” don’t count as he wasn’t billed as the top star). The franchise kept on roll-

ing in 2004 with “The Bourne Supremacy,” followed by 2007’s “The Bourne Ultimatum,” which Damon said would be his last, at least for a while. The studio sensed a change in the picture business and were so desperate to keep their franchise relevant they greenlit a “spinoff” flick called “The Bourne Legacy” starring 2008 Best Actor award nominee Jeremy “Hawkeye from the ‘Avengers’” Renner, which didn’t exactly set any new box office records. A few years back, word began to surface both

Damon and “Supremacy” and “Ultimatum” director Paul Greengrass would be returning to the series for one last ride. “Jason Bourne” picks up 10 years after Bourne walked away from the agency and gave up the life. Things get rolling when former agent Nicky Parsons, played by Julia Stiles, who Bourne sent into hiding at the end of “Ultimatum,” gains access to some sensitive files. Of course, she contacts Bourne to share the information, which features several “life-shattering” tid-

bits from his own past. CIA director Robert Dewey, played by the always-awesome Tommy Lee Jones, begins the hunt for Parsons and Bourne by employing Vincent Cassel’s foreign “asset,” as well as CIA Cyber Ops head Heather Lee, played by Alicia Vikander (the new Lara Croft in the “Tomb Raider” reboot). As you may expect — and probably demand — from a movie like this, firefights, fistfights, explosions and car chases all ensue, and Bourne sets out to make the crooked government officials and

shady CIA directors pay. Hours” and I’d be all about it. Sadly, “Jason Bourne” First off, I am not ashamed to admit my man crush for won’t be ranking in my list of the Damon. Ever since “Good top Damon performances, or Will Hunting” I’ve considered movies, for that matter. While him to be infinitely watch- the action set pieces are stellar able. He was fantastic in the and it’s great to see the Da“Ocean’s” movies, as well as mon back in the role that took “Rounders,” “The Martian,” him from up-and-coming ac“The Dep-ah-ted” (“The De- tor to movie star, the plot is parted”), “True Grit” and of a bit flimsy, the dialogue is course, “Dogma.” (And truth forced and, well, to be honest, be told, he’s really excellent in it doesn’t add a whole lot to all the Kevin Smith flicks, no enhance what we’ve already matter how small the role). seen from the franchise. Really, I could see a trailer In fact, these movies are for a flick called “Matt Da- all so similar in style and submon Cracks Walnuts for Two Movie continued on page 8

Raytown Community Calendar Raytown Farmers Market Aug. 6, 9 am-1 pm Aug. 11, 3 pm-6 pm Located at 6210 Raytown Road Life Changers Christian Center Free Health Fair Aug. 6, 10 am – 1 pm Life Changers Christian Center, 6420 Raytown Trafficway The free event features fitness sessions, activities for kids, samples of seasonal fruits, general health information and more. Putting the Magic into a Walt Disney World Vacation Aug 9, 7-8 pm MCPL Raytown, 6131 Raytown Road Walt Disney World vacations are even more magical when they’re well planned. Join Disney destination specialist and vacation planner Heather Balbi as she steps through the Disney vacation planning process, from resort options and park tickets to MagicBands and FastPasses.

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RAA 10th Invitational Art Show & Sale Aug 19-20, 9 am-5:30 pm St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene, 8500 E 80th Terr (off Blue Ridge Blvd) Over 90 artists and 300 works of art. Artist gift shop and silent art auction. Free and open to the public. Raytown Arts & Music Festival Aug. 29. 12:30-7 pm C. Lee Kenagy Park, 79th & Raytown Rd. Mark your calendars. Beatles tribute band, Liverpool, will be headlining. Lineup includes Barbwire Revolt, Linda Shell and Blues Thang and Eagles tribute band, Lying Eyes from St. Louis. Festival will open with Raytown’s own Wildwood Boys. More information to come. ORGANIZATION MEETINGS Candlelight Quilters of

Raytown Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00-9:00 pm Show-Me Quilting, 6221 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Raytown Plaza Open to all quilters. Call 816353-9366 for more information KIWANIS Club of Raytown Three Trails http://moark4.com/raytown/ For meeting dates and location, call 816-737-9955 Marguerite McNair DAR Chapter http://www.mssdar.org/mmcnair Monthly:Second Monday at 6:30 pm (Sept.–June) Raytown Al-Anon Family Group Weekly: Mondays at 7:00 pm Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd. (west side door, lower leve) Have you been affected by someone else’s drinking? We can help you find solutions that lead to serenity.

Raytown Amateur Radio Club http://k0gq.com Monthly: Fourth Thursday at 7:30 pm Community of Christ, 6231 Manning Avenue Raytown Artists Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 6:00 pm St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene Gymnasium, 8500 E 80th Terr. All artists (over 18) welcome. Raytown Arts Council http://raytownarts.org Raytown Community Symphonic Band rehearsals: All musicians welcome! Weekly: Thursday from 6:45 pm-8:15 pm St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 9349 E 65th St. Contact: RaytownCmmunityBand@gmail.com Raytown Chamber of Commerce http://raytownchamber.com/

5909 Raytown Trafficway (816) 353-8500 Raytown Democratic Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00pm Come early (at 6:00 pm) to dine and make new friends! Las Chili’s, 6210 Raytown Trfwy Raytown Garden Club Monthly: First Tuesdays at 10:00 am (Feb.-Nov.) Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd. Visitors welcome Raytown Historical Society http://raytownhistoricalsociety. org Monthly: First Monday at 10:00 am Raytown Historical Museum, 9705 E. 63rd Street. 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 am10:45 am Loma Vista Baptist Church, 8622 Blue Ridge Blvd. All are welcome to TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly. For more information, call Betty at 816356-6788 or Faye at 816-3584350 Raytown Women of Today Monthly: Third Monday at 7:00 pm http://raytownwot.wix.com/ raytownwomenoftoday First Presbyterian Church at 8301 James A. Reed Road. For more information, call 816358-7952. Add your own event by registering for Events Calendar access at www.RaytownEagle. com or email Events@ RaytownEagle.com

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R OF THE W E E K By Richard and Jo Miller The old folks are still going strong, just a year older and a little slower. There have been some big changes here at the ranch. We have put up a high tunnel. It looks a lot like a hoop house that a lot of nurseries use, but more sturdy. You plant in the ground inside the tunnel, which lengthens your growing season and helps control the watering. It does not stop the weeds from growing and my hoe is getting old, just like we are not as sharp as

we used to be. Lots of people came to help with the raising of the high tunnel. It’s too bad nobody had put up this model before. The instructions were not easy to understand. To say that it was a comedy of errors would be an understatement. The good part is that everyone learned how to do it and the next one will be easier. In spite of everything, it got done and we have it planted. Next year we hope to have our tomatoes and a lot of other vegetables in the ground by March. We also have five raised beds, one of which is new this year. We have 21 blueberry plants, we added strawberries, and we’ve planted on any

Photo courtesy Richard and Jo Miller Richard and Jo Miller at the Raytown Farmers’ Market.

other open ground we had. The weather has been very hot this year and the plants have suffered. It doesn’t seem to bother the weeds. They grow faster than ever. Jo even exper-

imented with sweet potatoes. We raised alpacas for more than 16 years in Ohio and Tennessee. Our children thought we were too old to take care of the alpacas and the farm

anymore so we sold them and moved to Washington state for three years, where the growing season is only about four weeks long. Richard was having farmer withdrawal (or whatever you call it) when he couldn’t plant. So, here we are in Raytown. We still are working on our alpaca fiber, the softest in the world. We have a wall of fiber in the basement. Joe can keep spinning for the next 10 or 20 years, and she does as much as she can. We take our alpaca products to the Raytown Farmers’ Market. Remember, winter will come again. Richard has made a lot of stocking hats in many colors, and Jo is still making felted hats, finger-

less gloves, and other items. Be sure to stop and see us when you visit the farmers market while we still know anything. Here is a recipe Jo grew up with using cucumbers and onions we raise, just like my mother and grandmother did: • One to two cucumbers • One medium onion or two to three small ones • One cup of sour cream • Cider vinegar Slice the cucumbers and onions very thing, cut the sour cream with the vinegar to taste, and add salt and pepper to taste. Mix it all together. It’s best to let it marinate for one hour. It will keep for a week or two in the refrigerator.

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Parmesan zucchini chips

By Jacqui Duran It’s August, which means the heat is just going to keep on raining down on us for a little bit. I don’t know about all of you, but I hate to be hot and full after eating a meal. As much as I love my comfort foods, I still have to have some yummy snacks that I can munch on while not having the guilt and the full belly. Parmesan zucchini chips are a perfect solution for all of this. It’s an easy snack to make and it doubles as a fabulous appetizer. I also like this recipe because it seems fancy — though, it’s super easy — and that will bring you all the kudos without spending forever in the kitchen. You can also use anything you’d like as a dip for these

Parmesan zucchini chips yummy chips. I decided to make up a quick black bean and corn salsa (pico de gallo) to put on top of each one for a cool and flavorful bite. I also like to serve these simply with ranch dressing; even Greek yogurt makes a perfect dip! All we need for these are: • One to two zucchinis, cut into thin slices • A drizzle of olive oil • 1/2 cup bread crumbs • 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan

cheese • Salt and pepper to taste Start off by cutting your zucchini into thin slices. Set in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. You just want enough to coat all your slices. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and get a non-stick baking sheet or spray a cookie sheet pan. Toss your zucchini slices in the olive oil. Next, put your bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper in a wide, shallow bowl or large plate. I also like to toss in a little garlic powder or garlic salt for a little bit of added flavor. Want them spicy? Add in crushed red pepper flakes. Coat each slice in your

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mix and lay them out on your baking sheet. I do about two batches when I make these simply because that’s as much as I can fit into the oven. Bake these for 20 to 25 minutes and allow them to cool on a baking rack. While these are cooling, go ahead and mix up your dipping sauce. I used pico de gallo and added in some black beans and corn for a nice salsa. The dip is all dependent on what you feel like. Serve on a large platter, or place them in a plastic bag to

store them. They are a great snack to have on hand and even the kids can enjoy these. Next time you are looking for a light and quick snack or appetizer, try these Parmesan zucchini chips! 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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Chiefs 2016 offensive outlook, hopefully a 2003 flashback (kinda)

By Sterling L. Brown The last time the Chiefs had an explosive offense, the team didn’t win anything big, but they sure were fun to watch. It was 2003 and the Dick Vermeil show was in town. Trent Green, Priest Holmes, a dominant O-line, a Hall of Fame tight end in Tony Gonzalez, and a decent receiving corps led by Eddie Kennison broke offensive records as they led the team to a 9-0 start. That team had no defense to speak of and fizzled to a 13-3 finish then lost to the Colts in the divisional round of the playoffs in the only game in NFL history in which neither team punted. But, boy, was that offense fun, and it served a vital purpose. It helped the Chiefs stay in almost every game because they had the ability to move the ball on sustained drives that ultimately resulted in touchdowns. Priest scored a lot of them, but the Chiefs’ passing attack was exactly that, an attack. That 2003 offense is something I hope the Chiefs can emulate. I think they have some pieces and similarities in this year’s group. If they can couple the similarities with a much better defense, this team could have the balance necessary to be very competitive in the AFC. Training camp in St. Joseph is spawning multiple

reports of offensive progress in the area of attacking downfield via the wide receiver corps. Alex Smith is not extremely different from Trent Green with respect to what he offers as a QB. He is even more effective when mobile than Green. But in 2003, Green threw the ball downfield tepidly. He did, however, use all three levels of his receivers (backs, tight ends, and receivers) very effectively. This is something Alex Smith is going to have to continue to do, but even more effectively. Jeremy Maclin is a better receiver than Kennison was at that time in his career, but the remainder of the Chiefs corps is as untested as that 2003 group. Albert Wilson, who carved out a spot as the second receiver this past season, is as much as a commodity as Johnnie Morton was back in ‘03. In other words, we know who he is, but he is going to have to make some plays to make the fan base believe in him. Rod Streater and Mike Williams, veterans trying to rekindle their careers this year, can’t be counted on as mainstays for Alex Smith, despite reports out of St. Joseph that both are playing well with the pads on so far. Lastly, don’t forget in 2003 the Chiefs employed one of the most electric, multi-purpose players in the NFL in Dante Hall. Multiple reports out of St. Joseph indicate that Tyreek Hill is every bit as electrifying with pads on as he is in t-shirt and shorts. He is making big plays already, and that is promising for Alex Smith’s options to make big plays on the outside. The Chiefs are going to need this receiver group to provide more, that’s been a given for several seasons. Yet, this

season they are starting with more in the stable than they have in a while. With DeAnthony Thomas in this group, the dynamic of speed gives them dangerous options. In Travis Kelce, the Chiefs have a very dynamic, young weapon. He is not yet the caliber of 2003’s Tony Gonzalez, but that’s mostly because Tony scored as many times in 2003 (10) as Kelce has in both of his first two seasons (5 TDs in ‘14 and ‘15). Alex could do himself well by targeting Kelce more in the red zone and I expect the Chiefs to do more this season. I see enough similarities between Kelce’s overall game and production to what the Chiefs had from Gonzalez in that 03 season, that more targets to Kelce would increase the threat to the intermediary area of the defense in our passing attack. Kelce’s star is rising. The running game is going is to be critical for this team. Back in ‘03, Priest Holmes rushed for over 1,900 yards, caught 74 passes, and ran for 27 touchdowns. With Jamal Charles not yet practicing in camp, the thought of equaling this level of contribution with either Charcandrick West, Spencer Ware, or Knile Davis would be foolish. Though, with all of them together, the Chiefs still have a formidable attack. Together the three have proven to be effective in bursts against the right match up. They can carry the ball and be effective with a hold-down-the-fort mentality. Plus, it appears the focus has been passing in camp so far this year, and I remember how the 2003 Chiefs carved up teams with passes out of the back field. I truly believe a commitment to that phase of Alex Smith’s wheel

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house in the passing game would bode very well for the 2016 offense. Priest Holmes averaged almost 10 yards per catch on his 74 (a team best) receptions in ‘03. Lots of that yardage came via the screen pass. I see that as the scheme the 2016 offense can use with its less-than-proven receivers out of the backfield until Charles returns and hits his stride. Early reports from camp indicate that all three backs have shown up and quickly exhibited big improvements in the receiving game, making big plays and wowing fans. That screen scheme I’m suggesting this 2016 offense use opens up more on the outside for receivers and softens up the middle for tight ends and backs, but it all hinges on the offensive line. The 2003 line had two Hall of Famers on it in Will Shields and Willie Roaf. Casey Wiegmann,

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Lawn and Garden Tools and Equipment: John Deere LT155 garden tractor; 22” push mower; Power Kraft 12 drawer tool cabinet; HD custom roller cabinet; bench vise electric drills; electric buffer; electric grinders; sawsall; router bit set; hammers crow bars; wonder bars; levels; Craftsman drill press; organizer cabinets; drill index; lot drill bits; hole saws; files; concrete tools; small sandblaster; bolt cutters; automotive wire assortment; Honda 5000 watt generator, like new; pipe threaders; pipe vice; log chains; air hoses; funnels; drain pans; Vintage Champion sparkplug cleaner; oil cans; Pioneer air compressor; grease guns; Hydraulic end lift jack; floor jacks; parts cleaner; air tank; air conditioner gauges; bubble balancer; gear pullers; valve spring compressor; brake tools wrench assortment; torque wrenches; Craftsman bench grinder; homemade power hacksaw; Sears 50 amp battery charger; B&G battery charger(vintage); hubcap collection; large license plate collection; shop vac; Lincoln 180 amp welder; portable infrared heater; gas cans; piston drive rivet gun; spray guns; new boat propeller; extension cords; welding hemets; shop rags; visor magnifiers; lot brass fittings; double square wash tub; yard cart; MTD 5 HP chipper/shredder; pole saw; post hole digger; spades, rakes, hoes, shovels; square tubing; hedge trimmer; vintage mail box; yard thatcher; wheel barrow; aluminum extension ladder; engine hoist; yard roller; aluminum entrance cable; used brick; router/table saw table; Craftsman radial arm saw; orbital sanders; circular saws; hand saws; wood rasps; roll tar paper; Sears jointer/planer; misc. lumber; Craftsman 3 section tool box; work light; Karcher electric pressure washer; Cosco step ladder; Craftsman 12 drawer tool box on12 drawer roller cabinet; electric blower. Antiques and Collectibles: Vintage Borg bathroom scale; Detroiter alarm clock; mahogany kneehole desk; hand crocheted floor rug; occasional tables; spice rack; vintage advertising articles; large box of very old Valentines; old ink well set; Harley Davidson creamer/sugar; Harley Davidson mug collection; McCormick highball glasses; Kenny’s newsroom napkins; wood school desk; child’s chair; child’s doll wicker buggy 1920s; 2 child’s rocking chairs; vintage lamps/ girl with dress and umbrella; small child’s button-up shoes; old boy scout locker; vintage Dominion hair dryer; Faultless #50 belt strop; old razor straps; very old retractable clothes line; metal can w/lid; unique tea pot; very old hot plate; sewing made easy book copyright 1927; Durham duplex razor May28,1907; sock darners; old marbles; lot old buttons; silver spoons; WWI Cavalry spurs; Civil war folding wooden cot; vintage stenotype w/ case and manual ; small wooden trunk; oak curved glass buffet w/ lion’s feet; cedar lined walnut hop chest; Westport High School band picture 1934; very old Climax cap pistol (broken piece); 1900 census badge; coke bottle opener; 1921 Parker Bros. monkey; Civil war discharge papers; Civil war blanket(very unique); John B. Stetson black derby hat(very old); old metal derby hat mold; vintage party toys; vintage baby clothes; old dresser scarves; vintage wood toy blocks; vintage miniature irons; leather coin purse; Enterprise No.22 sausage grinder; 2 bentwood chairs, one w/leather bottom; porcelain top table; WWI wool topcoat; canteen; old army clothing pieces; vintage German silver purse; several pair old gold wire glasses; hand fans; old leather purses; vintage buttons; old medicine bottles; curling irons; green crock cookie jar USA; crock bean pot; brown crock bowls; crock tea pot; crock jar; gallon crock jug; Kristy Kan cracker tin; Savory metal bread box; old croquet set; Boston Bulldog pencil sharpener; Community silverware set; several old dolls and doll parts; costume jewelry; brass tiffany style lamp; old dresser; Tom Thumb adding device; pink header hand purse, nice; Taft political pin; silver beaded mesh hand purses; wood beaded hand purse; 3 pr. very old elbow length ladies’ gloves; old wooden bed tray; oak library table; WWII wool blankets; dresser scarf from Belgium, very nice; Roos cedar lined hope chest; WWI army uniform; Seal fur cape w/ matching muff; old wooden compass; several vintage pictures; vintage sewing cabinet; mini cedar chest; KC Royals yearbooks; vintage Minneapolis-Honeywell thermostat w/clock; Harley Davidson/ Miller beer mirror; tire ashtray; solid silver coin purse; very old Elgin pocket watch (Sotgte Duebeh); Elvis Presley story record set; several sets reader digest records; 1951 Sears catalog; 1929/1930 Westport HS yearbook; 2 very old clothespin holders; lace table cloth; hand-quilted quilts; Puff the Magic Dragon dance costume; Buck pocket knife; Harley Davidson purse; F.R. 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