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Kansas City-based company investing in social entrepreneurial housing project By Kris Collins Affinity Enterprise Group, a Kansas City-based agglomeration of 55 companies, broke ground Tuesday on a social entrepreneurial housing project in the Crescent Creek subdivision at 58th Terrace and Raytown Road. The goal of the Crescent Creek project is to create affordable singlefamily homes while making enough profit to split with a nonprofit, in this case River of Refuge.
“We’re especially pleased that, when completed, the Crescent Creek subdivision will successfully revitalize a community, bring value to the current residents, and provide additional financial support to River of Refuge, a local organization we are committed to supporting into the future through financial and human resource contributions,” said Affinity Enterprise Group President Michael Wrenn. Crescent Creek Revitalization, LLC, a part of Affinity Enterprise Group, purchased the undeveloped land in 2014 as a social entrepreneurial venture. Construction at the 24-acre Crescent Creek subdivision began in 2006, but only 21 of the 89 lots originally platted were completed before the recession brought the development to a halt. Now, excavation on two spec homes is expected to begin within
two weeks. The two floor plans for the development are a three-bedroom, twobathroom and two-car garage lay out and a two-bedroom, two-bathroom and two-car garage design, priced at $179,950 and $139,950. “We have taken some risk with this social venture and invested significant resources into this project,” Wrenn said. “Once we are able to successfully recover our investment we will be in a position to contribute a portion of the revenue we generate to River of Refuge; because once they are successful in opening their first 11 apartments they will be in need of enhanced operating income.” Kirk Miles, president of Affinity Charitable Resources, LLC, said the size of the contribution to River Refuge is unknown until the homes are sold. Miles, who spent more than 30 years in the nonprofit industry, said social entrepreneurship is a trend emanating and spreading from Kansas City. “You’ve got the Kauffman Foundation, and you’ve got UMKC and really a lot of forward-thinking businessmen and entrepreneurs that are thinking that there’s a better way to improve the world,” Miles said. “It can’t be done by the independent sector and government; it needs to be all of us together. A lot of businesses are starting to tweak their corporate charters and stuff, and start looking at ‘OK, it’s not all about the bottom line for our investors. We need to be contributing to society and our communities.’” In addition to providing new affordable housing in the subdivision, Miles said he hopes the project will increase the value of the 16 existing
Photo by Kris Collins Raytown Mayor Mike McDonough, from left, River of Refuge Founder John Wiley, Becky Cole, Affinity Charitable Resources CFO, Michael Wrenn, Affinity Enterprise Group president and Raytown Area Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Mike Smith break ground Aug. 4 at the Crescent Creek social entrepreneurial housing venture. single-family homes and five-plex, which he said have lost value since the recession that halted development. “We’re trying to work with the residents to show them value and bring value back. We hope that they will hopefully at some point buy into the fact that, ‘Hey, this is great and we want to support River of Refuge also,’” he said.
River of Refuge is a nonprofit organization based in Kansas City that transitions homeless working families from extended residence at motels with high rates to permanent housing. According to the River of Refuge website, families living in a motel often pay $800 to $1200 per month for a one room living space. The River of Refuge purchased the 150,000-square-foot former Park
Raytowner released from Chiefs not giving up By Kris Collins After signing a one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs and subsequently being waived by the team three days later, 22-year-old LaVance Taylor isn’t done trying to be the best that ever played. “I’m still going to pursue my dream of football because one of my dreams when I was growing up was to be the best player ever,” the Raytown High School graduate said. “I’m not going to quit on that. I’m going to pursue it as hard as I have been.” Taylor received heavy media attention after he signed the contract as a free agent July 30 because of his unique approach to getting the Chiefs’ attention — a highlight reel posted to Twitter that tagged the team’s account. In other tweets he also tagged Deion Sanders, Jerry Jones and 18 other NFL teams. Taylor said the idea to tweet his highlight reel, which has 130,000 views on YouTube, came from his father. “He suggested I should sell myself,” Taylor said. “I thought the best way to sell yourself is on social media. I knew a lot of people on Twitter so I just tweeted my highlight video to see what would happen.” The next day Taylor got a call from his agent. He said he had just returned home from an interview with a company in the food service industry when he found out the
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Chiefs wanted to sign him. Taylor went to camp with the Chiefs Thursday evening through Sunday, when he was released by the team in favor of Alabama-Birmingham running back Darrin Reaves. “It was a great experience,” Taylor said of his time with the Chiefs. “All those guys are down to earth, even Jamal Charles. They were just a humble group and they went about their business the right way. I couldn’t do anything but be thankful that I was put in a situation with that group of guys.” Taylor still has one year of school left at the University of Central Missouri, where he holds school records for single-season rushing yards and all-purpose yards, as well as career marks in all-purpose yards and kickoff returns for touchdowns. He was also First Team AP Little All-American last season and earned multiple All-America honors after leading the MIAA in rushing, according to University of Central Missouri. Taylor said he’s open to playing football in any league and he’s maintaining a positive attitude, which can be seen in his Twitter feed alone. “I’ll consider anything. I just want to play ball,” he said of playing football abroad. “I’m not really a big have-to-be-all-fancy, NFL-ornothing (person.) I’m pretty much down for whatever as long as it’s playing football.”
Lane Hospital just outside the city limits of Raytown and is converting it into a facility that helps needy working families move to a “place of dignity.” The exclusive builder for the development is Hickory Global Construction and Gary Knabe, with Coldwell Banker All American Realty, is the exclusive broker for the development.
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Photo courtesy of Jackson County Circuit Court Molly Merrigan
Photo by R.C. Jones LaVance Taylor runs the ball as a blue jay during his Raytown High School career.
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Jackson County Family Court Commissioner Molly Merrigan was given the Judge Goldstein Award July 30 by the National Association of Drug Court Professionals. The eponymous award in honor of the first drug court judge in the United States is given annually to individuals who make significant contributions to the drug court field.
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Notable dems attend unity picnic By Diane Krizek The Jackson County Democratic Committee sponsored a unity picnic to benefit the Raytown Democratic Association (RDA) on Jul. 25 at C. Lee Kenagy Park in Raytown. Committee Chair Tom Wyrsch flipped burgers and hotdogs while RDA members served the crowd that included members from trade unions, campaign committees and political organizations. After everyone was served, RDA Chair Richard Tush introduced each of
the elected officials who attended and provided them the opportunity to speak. Each one used their moment to inspire the base with the party line. The highest ranking official who showed was State Auditor Nicole Galloway, who was recently appointed by Gov. Jay Nixon to replace the late Tom Schweich. Her husband, Jon, and their sons were with her. State senators who attended were Kiki Curls, 9th District, and Scott Sifton, 1st District, from the east side of the state. Sifton was run-
ning for attorney general, but has since withdrawn his bid. State representatives who showed were Brandon Ellington, 22nd District; Randy Dunn, 23rd District; Jeremy LaFaver, 25th District; Bonnaye Mims, 27th District and Tom McDonald, 28th District. Mike Sanders, Jackson County executive, and his wife, Georgia, made the scene along with Jean Peters Baker, Jackson County prosecutor, and former Kansas City Council Members Melba Curl and John Sharp.
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Raytown NAPA hosts first car show By Diane Krizek NAPA Auto Parts, at 10130 E. State Route 350, hosted its first classic car show as a customer appreciation event on Aug. 1. The show was promoted in their Raytown store, auto
repair shops and through classic car networks, attracting plenty of classic car enthusiasts and passersby in transit on 350 West or shopping at Westlake Ace Hardware next door. District Area Manager Gabe Wittig said, “We plan
to have a customer appreciation event like this every year. We brought in the tool and equipment truck so attendees could see the wide variety of tools we have to offer. Anybody interesting in making a purchase can walk into the store.”
Photos by Diane Krizek NAPA’s Tool & Equipment truck converts into a mobile show room.
Photos by Diane Krizek Left to right Raytown Democratic Association chair Richard Tush and Jackson County executive Mike Sanders.
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Raytown neighborhood services change In consideration of recent storms that brought tree damage and debris, the Raytown Neighborhood Services Department has extended a moratorium on debris violations until Aug. 24 to give residents time to clean up. The city of Raytown offers clean-up coupons to defray the cost of moving the tree debris. The coupons are available at the Public Works Department. The $5 coupon allows $25 worth of disposal at two local recycle centers; Flynn’s at 9610 E. 55th St. and Missouri Organics at 7700 E. U.S. 40, Kansas City. Residents are allowed two coupons every two years but must present proof of Raytown residency. More information on the coupon is available at raytown.mo.us or 816-737-6012. The Raytown Animal Control division has also
changed its policy on responding to unrestrained animal calls after normal city hall business hours. Animal control officers now only respond if the animal has been caught or contained — in the possession of an individual’s fenced-in yard, garage or on a leash — by the caller. Animal control officers still do not respond outside of city hall business hours for stray dogs at large because the dog will have typically left the area by the time an animal control officer can respond to the call. City personnel don’t recommend pursuing aggressive animals. The Animal Control Division accepts calls for restrained animals from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. Monday through Friday and 24 hours a day on the weekend. The non-emergency dispatch number is 816-7376020.
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Sales tax holiday weekend begins Friday With the start of the school year around the corner, sales tax holiday for Missouri begins Friday at 12:01 a.m. and lasts through Sunday, Aug. 9. The sales tax holiday applies to back-to-school items, such as clothing, school supplies, computer software, personal comput-
ers and computer peripheral devices. Local jurisdictions have the option to participate in the holiday. All Jackson County taxing entities have chosen to participate. More information on the sales tax holiday and details of the exemptions is available at dor.mo.gov.
Greenwood couple charged in dog bite case A Greenwood couple is facing a class D felony in connection with their dog’s recent biting of an 18-month-old child inside the couple’s home. The attack on July 25 led to serious physical harm to the child, including a 10 cm laceration to the back of the head, multiple skull fractures, a mandible fracture and lacerations to the head, forehead and neck, accord-
ing to court documents. Police documents state only that the child was attacked by the boxer/bulldog mix and gives no details of the events leading up to the attack. Brett William Cottrell, 42, and Shannon M. Cottrell, 39, are charged with subsequent dog bite resulting in serious injury, according to court records.
Area legislator wins transit award The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority named Sen. Shalonn “Kiki” Curls with the Champion of Transit Award as part of the organization’s 3rd annual KCATA Rosa Parks Spirit Awards. The awards are given in recognition of individuals or organizations that, in the spirit of Civil Rights leader Rosa Parks, make a difference in metro Kansas City and public transit. “Just as Rosa Parks stood tall 60 years ago to make transit accessible to everyone, the winners of the award in her name have worked to give the same opportunity to everyone in our region,” said Joe Reardon, Kansas City Area Transportation Authority CEO. “The recipients of this year’s Rosa Parks SPIRIT Award are recognized for their dem-
onstrated contributions to public transportation, a service that affords economic opportunity to so many in the Kansas City area. We are deeply appreciative of their efforts.” The awards will be presented at 5 p.m. Aug. 19 at Arvest Bank at the Midland Theater, located at 1228 Main Street in downtown Kansas City. Other award recipients are: • Johnson County Commission Chairman Ed Eilert, receiving the Regional Excellence Award. • Downtown Council of Kansas City President and CEO Bill Dietrich, receiving the Community Partner Award. • Commerce Bank Chairman Jonathan Kemper, receiving the Business Partner Award.
Conservation looks for next class of agents The Missouri Department of Conservation is accepting applications through Aug. 17 for its next class of conservation agent trainees. Selected candidates will undergo 26 weeks of intense training in all facets of law enforcement and resource management. Those who make the grade will receive county assignments and become the face of conservation in their assigned communities – enforcing the Wildlife Code of Missouri and helping the public with issues
such as nuisance wildlife and land management. To qualify, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a field related to the natural sciences or criminal justice. To apply and for more information, including salary range, duties and responsibilities, degree requirements, qualifications, and special-ability requirements, visit the job openings section of the Missouri Department of Conservation website careers page at mdc.mo.gov/about-us/ careers.
Mid-Continent Public Library offers Food for Fines program The Mid-Continent Public Library is beginning its Food for Fines program Sept. 14 — 20 to benefit local food pantries. The library will be offering $1 credit toward over-
due fines or card replacement charges for boxed or canned non-perishable food items. The credit is capped at $10. “Our Food for Fines program allows people to clean
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Submitted by Kevin Carpenter August is What Will Be Your Legacy Month. If you knew this, you have an unusual knowledge of obscure celebrations. But even if you weren’t aware of this “month,” you can see that the idea behind it — the importance of leaving a legacy — is an important one. What should you do to help ensure you’ll leave the type of legacy you desire? To begin with, identify those people whom you’d like to directly benefit from your legacy. What can you leave behind to your children, grandchildren, other family members or even close friends? Then, think about those charitable organizations you support — can you leave something behind to them? Once you have decided what your legacy should look like, you can take steps to implement your ideas.
Here are a few suggestions: • Draw up your will. A will is probably the most essential legacy-related document. Essentially, you need a will to ensure that your assets and personal belongings will be distributed according to your wishes. If you die intestate (without a will), your belongings will be distributed to your “heirs” as defined by state laws — and these distributions may not be at all what you had in mind. • Consider a living trust. Depending on your situation, you may need to go further than a will when creating the estate plans that help define your legacy. For example, you might want to create a living trust, which can allow your assets to go directly to your heirs, avoiding the public, time-consuming and potentially expensive process of probate. A living trust offers other benefits, too, so you may want to consult with a legal professional to learn more about this estate-plan-
ning tool. • Plan for your charitable gifts. To leave the legacy you have envisioned, you might want to do more than provide your loved ones with needed financial resources — you may also want to provide lasting support to those charitable or educational organizations whose work you admire. Toward this end, you might want to consult with your tax and legal advisors about charitable gifting strategies that can provide tax benefits, both now and in the future. • Give your family the power to act on your behalf. Like everyone else, you want to be in charge of your own destiny. Unfortunately, however, you may someday become mentally or physically incapacitated for a while. If this were to happen, you’ll want your family to be able to act on your behalf with regard to financial and health care decisions. To grant your loved ones this power, you
may want to create a power of attorney and a health care directive. • Communicate your wishes. You need to communicate to your loved ones the actions you have taken regarding your will, living trust and other estate-planning documents. By explaining your wishes in advance, you may be able to help your family members avoid disputes and unpleasant surprises — and that lack of “drama” can also be a key part of your legacy. What Will Be Your Legacy Month will come and go. But by definition, your legacy will last beyond your lifetime — so make it a good one. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors cannot provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation.
Jackson County legislature awards contracts, OKs appropriations The Jackson County Legislature met Monday in Kansas City to and took the following actions. Crystal Williams, second district representative at-large, and Dennis Waits, third district representative, were absent from the meeting. The following items were approved on the consent agenda: • Item 4755, an ordinance amending sections 24004 and 24006 of the Jackson County Code relating to the development of land in unincorporated parts of the county. The ordinance was moved to the consent agenda for perfection. • Item 18892, a resolution awarding a 12-month term and supply contract for the furnishing of online legal research services for use by the department of corrections to Thomas Reuters as a sole source purchase. The following items were introduced and assigned to committee: • Item 4758, an ordinance appropriating $15,000 from the 2015 grant fund and authorizing the county executive to execute a program agreement in acceptance of a grant received from the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for the sheriff’s office’s statewide
transportation improvement program. The ordinance was perfected and adopted after a motion was passed to suspend the rules to consider the ordinance for final passage. • Item 4759, an ordinance transferring $70,890 within the 2015 general fund and appropriating $188,407 from the fund balance of the 2015 grant fund in acceptance of a grant received from the Missouri Department of Public Safety for the prosecuting attorney office’s Victim Services Program. The ordinance was assigned to the justice and law enforcement committee. • Item 4760, an ordinance appropriating $6,905 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2015 special road and bridge fund in acceptance of insurance proceeds for the repair of a vehicle used by the sheriff’s office. The item was perfected and adopted. • Item 4761, an ordinance amending the zoning districts established pursuant to the united development code by changing a certain 5-acre tract from district agriculture to district residential estates. The ordinance was assigned to the land use committee. • Item 4762, an ordinance amending the zoning districts established pursuant to the united development code
by changing a certain 7.78acre tract from district agriculture to district residential estates. The ordinance was assigned to the land use committee. • Item 4763, an ordinance amending the zoning districts established pursuant to the united development code by changing a certain 3-acre tract from district agriculture to district residential estates. The ordinance was assigned to the land use committee. The land use committee will have a public hearing regarding ordinances 4761, 4762 and 4763 at 2 p.m. Aug. 17 in the Kansas City Legislative Assembly Area. • Item 18897, a resolution awarding a contract for the furnishing and installment of woven wire fencing for use by the parks and recreation department to Premier Fence KC of Lone Jack. The cost of the contract is not to exceed $52,471. The resolution was approved after a motion for adoption. • Item 18898, a resolution declaring certain property in the sheriff’s office as surplus and unusable personal property and authorizing its disposal. The resolution, if passed, will allow the county to donate 15 portable radios, 11 vehicle radios and miscellaneous console equipment
to the El Dorado Springs Police Department. The resolution was assigned to the finance and audit committee. • Item 18899, a resolution authorizing the Jackson County Legislature to hold a closed meeting Aug. 3 for the purpose of conducting privileged and confidential communications between itself and the Jackson County Counselor concerning the leasing, sale or purchasing of real estate and closing all records prepared for discussion at the meeting. The resolution was adopted. • Item 18900, a resolution congratulating Lincoln College preparatory Academy on its 150th anniversary. The resolution was adopted. County Executive orders: • Item 15-12, an executive order appointing C. Charles Franklin to the Jackson County Board of Equalization to fill the vacancy from the resignation of Garry J. Baker. Franklin’s term expires Dec. 15. • Item 15-13, an executive order appointing Russell D. Jones to the Jackson County Board of Services for the Developmentally Disabled for a term expiring Dec. 31, 2017 and re-appointing Betty Sue Tolliver Sharp and Tammy Kemp to the same board with terms also expiring Dec. 31.
$25M Mega Millions ticket sold in Missouri By Kris Collins One Missourian will need a bigger bill fold following the July 31 Mega Millions lottery drawing. The winning ticket for the $25 million jackpot is the first Mega Millions winner to be sold in Missouri, according to Missouri Lottery. The winning numbers were: 28, 32, 33, 40, 46 and the Mega Ball number was 10. “If you have this ticket,
be sure to sign the back and put it in a safe place until you can take it to Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City to claim it,” said Mary Scheve Reardon, executive director of the Missouri Lottery. “Winners can also call Lottery headquarters to make arrangements to claim the prize. “It’s also a good idea for the winner to seek proper legal and financial advice before they come to our Jef-
ferson City office.” Additionally, another winning ticket was sold for the July 31 drawing. One winner matched four whiteball numbers and the Mega Ball for a $5,000 prize. The take increases to $20,000 because the ticket-holder used Megapiler. Winners have 180 days to claim prizes; this would give the July 31 winners until Jan. 27, 2016 to claim. The jackpot winner can get the
jackpot prize in 30 annuity payments over 29 years or in one lump-sum payment. If no choice is made in 60 days, the jackpot is automatically paid through annuity. Since the game went on sale in Missouri January 2010, 31 Missouri players have won prizes worth $250,000 playing Mega Millions, and another six players have won $1 million second-level prizes.
next 20 years — that will be in the Raytown area, and we need to start something now rather than waiting until that happens and then developing the support group and a community of likeminded business owners in the area,” Grimwood said. Baker described the Raytown Young Professionals as a support group and a vehicle for the exchange of ideas between young community and business leaders. Grimwood added, “It’s really just to develop a stronger community, a sense of community for the people that are moving into Raytown, seeing a large number of younger families moving in because of affordable housing, and we want to grab them as soon as they come and in say, ‘Welcome to Raytown. Here’s a community you can fit in. How can we help you?’ versus here’s how you can help Raytown.” The next Raytown Young Professionals meeting will be in
the fall. More information about Raytown Young Professionals and details about the next
meeting are available through the Raytown Area Chamber of Commerce at 816-353-8500.
Raytown Young Professionals hold inaugural meeting
By Kris Collins
The nascent Raytown Young Professionals group held its second meeting Wednesday evening at Extreme Grand Prix where approximately 16 young professionals had the opportunity to network and hear from Raytown Director of Economic Development Tom Cole speak on the town’s economy, demographics and current business climate. The group’s founders, Raytown Emergency Assistance Program Assistant Director Holly Grimwood and Rok’it Advertising Owner Kaylie Baker, said they started the group with intentions of fostering acclimation for Raytown’s future community and business leaders. “Getting in here and seeing the age discrepancy in the management in the Raytown businesses, you realize there is going to be a point in time where we’re going to have a lot of young professionals — maybe in the
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Willie Nelson, Part IV, A man, his music, his zest for life and accomplishments Hit after hit came after teaming up with Julio Iglesias and others. “Always on My Mind” won him three awards during the 25th annual Grammy Awards, including Best Male Country Vocal Performance, Best Country Song of The Year and Best Song of The Year with his album going quadrupleplatinum (it was later in 2008 inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.) Willie uses a variety of music styles in his live performances, creating his very own blend of country music unlike the traditional country singers of his time. His soulful sounds, phrasing of songs and a touch of the blues makes him all the more unique. His nasal sounds blended together to influence the country sounds of the 80s and 90s, making Willie an icon in American country music. Willie’s “Farm-Aid” concerts every year have done more to help the American farmer than the U. S. Government has ever done. Farmers love him for it, too. They show up at all his events and concerts, and buy the CDs and books he’s put out. I personally recommend reading Willie’s first autobiography titled “Willie, An Autobiography.” In 2008 he released another titled “The Facts of Life and Other Dirty Jokes.” They both tell you a lot about the real Willie Nelson. “It’s A Long Story, My Life” by Willie Nelson is another must-read for lovers of Willie and his music. Willie has never been bashful about being an activist in many areas, such as the legalization of marijuana. He is cochair of a marijuana legalization organization. He’s also the president of the board for Farm-Aid. In an interview with Larry King, Willie expressed his beliefs that the two twin towers couldn’t have caved in from the planes and weight. Instead he believes that it happened due to some sort of an implosion from within. In 2005 Willie, along with several other business partners, formed Willie Nelson Biodiesel and marketed bio diesel fuel to truck stops. It is made of mainly soybean oil and can be burned without
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gram, which has run three times, has collected more than 21,884 items for local food pantries. The library suggests donated items be: canned meat, fruit or vegetables, boxed meals, canned soup, peanut butter, cereal and pasta. Items must be nonexpired, not damaged, and be unopened. Twenty-seven local food pantries have received donations in the past, including Raytown Emergency Assistance Program. More information is available at mymcpl.org/ food-for-fines.
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The “Brigadoon matinee at Raytown High was uniquely entertaining” published in the July 24, 2015 edition of the Raytown-Brooking Eagle inferred that the sound problems were the responsibility of theater manager, Zach Tholen, of the school district. Tholen was actually the house manager who ensured resources were available to the cast and crew. The sound was the responsibility of the Raytown Arts Council’s crew. The Raytown-Brooking Eagle strives for accuracy and we apologize for the mistake.
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Last week in Part III I was talking to Willie while visiting him on his bus, “The Honeysuckle Rose,” and talking about how difficult it was for him to realize that he had finally made it in the biz. He essentially said that it wasn’t just having a tune on the top of the charts or the money he was making but that what really mattered was how long one could stay on the top of the charts and on the minds of fans while creating more and more fans along the way. As Willie told me, it seemed that “Everything I wrote became huge hits for other artists. Not one record company showed interest in signing me on.” The history of Willie Nelson’s success story certainly doesn’t stop there. We are all aware of the numerous hits that crept up the charts and never made it to the top were constant. He joined The Grand Ole Opry in 1965 after signing with RCA Records in 1964. In 1973 Willie returned to the business out of retirement and he joined Atlantic Records. The slow moving of his recordings forced him to sign with Columbia Records in 1975. He recorded and released several top-selling albums, including The Outlaw Albums “On The Road Again,” “Pancho & Lefty,” “To All The Girls I’ve Loved Before,” while joining up with Wayland Jennings, Kris Kristopherson and Johnny Cash to form the outlaw group “The Highwaymen,” all of which put Willie back on the top of the charts.
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Turning 50 involves aches, pains and a baby. Baby?
Jason Offutt Turning 50 isn’t as glamorous as it sounds. Thirty years ago, the best I hoped for when I hit 50 was having all my own teeth. Given that lofty goal, I’ve done 50 pretty well.
I also have most of my original body parts, so I guess I’ll have something to brag about at my next high school reunion. That and this. By 50, most normal Americans celebrate grandparenthood by high-fiving each other because grandparents only have to get up early due to nagging medical conditions and not because of an ungrateful wailing snot fountain. That’s funny. No, that’s really, really funny, because I don’t have grandchildren. I do, however, have a ninemonth-old baby who is currently an ungrateful wailing snot fountain. Yes, I became a new fa-
ther again so close to 50 my prostate felt sorry for me and waved off enlarging for a few years. But this age issue has caused some problems around the house. My wife (shortly after discovering she was pregnant): You’re going to be 50 before the baby turns one. Me: So? My wife: So, you know what kind of 50-year-olds have babies? Me: No. My wife: Creepy ones. Eww. You’re creepy. I’ll never have psychological problems with that kind of support system at home. It’s not like we planned to have another baby, what with me in AARP years, but there’s
something about me we didn’t know – I’m apparently a super hero. To give you a little hint about my newly discovered X-Men mutant healing powers, I’m currently writing a book about our experience. It’s called, “The Vasectomy Diaries.” I’m not kidding. A self-healing vasectomy reversal happens to 250 men each year – out of the half million who go through with a vasectomy (as opposed to the other half million who run from the doctor’s office crying like the babies we’re trying to avoid). But back to being 50. Drinking beer with my college buddy Steve recently, we talked about various socio-
political issues, like young moms in yoga pants, why teenagers have to be so damn loud and what kind of pills we take. You see, that’s what 50 is supposed to be about. Steve had great stories about his grandkids. And me? Well, I talked a lot about the amount of drool a baby produces in relation to the amount of liquid it takes in and the fact that if you feed a raisin to a toothless 9-monthold, it comes out in the diaper looking like a grape. I’m not kidding about that, either. A grape. Oh, sure, we reminisced about things we can’t do anymore (tequila shots), people we can’t talk to anymore
(girls in their 20s) and things we can’t do with our hair anymore (comb it), but the discussions seemed to come back to babies and pills. Always pills. “What did you guys talk about?” my wife asked when I came home from my trip. “What kind of pills you take?” That would be funny if it weren’t true. 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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Incidents from 7/30 through 8/4 07/30/2015 09:37:51 569.170C - BURGLARY 2ND/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/NON RESID. UNK. TIME 7500 block RAYTOWN RD
NEOUS (F) 7600 block RAYTOWN RD 07/31/2015 01:33:26 565.074 - Domestic Assault 3rd degree 9900 block E 61 ST
07/30/2015 13:20:46 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 6700 block HARRIS AVE
07/31/2015 00:05:58 569.020E - ROBBERY 1ST/ WITH FIREARM/ MISCELLANEOUS (F) 7600 block RAYTOWN RD
07/30/2015 14:35:21 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 6500 block RAYTOWN RD
07/31/2015 01:33:26 565.074 - Domestic Assault 3rd degree 9900 block E 61 ST
07/30/2015 14:41:23 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 9800 block E 61 ST
07/31/2015 08:48:37 570.030M - FRAUD/ STEALING BY DECEIT/ OVER $500 (F) 12000 block E 350 HWY
07/30/2015 16:10:01 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 9000 block E 350 HWY 07/30/2015 16:48:21 28.139.h - CITY, STEALING OF VEHICLE PARTS/ACC 8900 block E 73 ST 07/30/2015 17:36:52 569.080A - TAMPERING 1ST / AUTO/ STOLEN & NOT RECOVERED (F) 11700 block E 80 DR
07/31/2015 10:25:18 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 9400 block E 70 TER 07/31/2015 11:09:05 570.030A - STEALING/OVER $500/ALL OTHER THEFTS (F) 10300 block 350 07/31/2015 15:18:45 28.139 - CITY, STEALING/ FRAUD BY DECEIT PROPERTY OR SERVICE 8700 block E 63 ST
07/30/2015 18:00:21 570.030M - FRAUD/ STEALING BY DECEIT/ OVER $500 (F) 10300 block 350
07/31/2015 00:05:58 569.020E - ROBBERY 1ST/ WITH FIREARM/ MISCELLA-
08/01/2015 11:13:09 569.080D - TAMPERING 1ST/AUTO/STOLEN ELSWHERE&RECOVER. E 54 ST 08/01/2015 13:09:47 565.060C - ASSAULT 2ND/ WITH HANDS/FISTS/FEET (F) 8600 block E UTOPIA DR 08/01/2015 13:16:25 570.030M - FRAUD/ STEALING BY DECEIT/ OVER $500 (F) 10100 block E 350 HWY 08/01/2015 14:19:03 28.330.b - CITY, POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA 10300 block E 350 Hw 08/01/2015 23:21:40 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 8800 block E 59 TER 08/02/2015 00:15:41 Suicide Att - Suicide Attempt 5400 block E Blue Ridge Co 08/02/2015 11:08:38 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 10400 block E 70 TER
07/31/2015 16:55:39 28.139.h - CITY, STEALING OF VEHICLE PARTS/ACC 5400 block RAYTOWN RD
07/30/2015 20:56:07 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 9400 block E 350 HWY
08/01/2015 09:34:24 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 10200 block E 63 TER
08/01/2015 04:56:00 570.130 - FRAUDULENT USE OF A CREDIT DEVICE/ UNDER $500 (M) 10000 block E 350 HWY
08/02/2015 13:14:06 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 8400 block LANE DR 08/02/2015 14:35:06 569.160F - BURGLARY 1ST/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/RESID. UNK TIME (F) 8300 block HUNTER AVE
Independence man charged in weekend shooting By Kris Collins An Independence man is facing two felonies following a shooting incident this past weekend. Wade A. Robinson, 33, of Independence, is charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action in connection to the shooting that left two injured, according to police documents. Police responded to a home in the 1700 block of North Lynn Street at approximately 12 a.m. Aug. 2 and found one of the victims sitting on the
curb with gunshot wounds to his left arm and left torso, police documents state. The male victim and Robinson reportedly got into an argument over property and a fight ensued, according to police records. During the fight Robinson reportedly went into a home on Lynn Street and retrieved an AK47 pistol, police documents state. Robinson allegedly told police he got his glasses knocked from his face in the fight and could not see when he shot at the victim, police documents state. After the male victim
was shot, a woman got into a fight with Robinson, during which she was shot in the leg, according to police documents. A report from the Independence Police Department states the male victim underwent surgery at Centerpoint Medical Center. Robinson is being held on $50,000 bond. He is not yet scheduled for a court appearance and no attorney is listed for him in online Missouri court records. For the full probable cause statement, find this story at RaytownEagle.com.
Kansas City man gets 60 years in child-sex case By Kris Collins A Kansas City man was sentenced to 60 years in prison July 31 for crimes brought against him in a child sexual
abuse investigation. A jury found 30-year-old Edward Ellis III, of Kansas City, guilty of seven felonies and three misdemeanors June 5, according to court records.
Police began investigating in April 2012 after learning of sexual abuse allegations against Ellis and his wife, police documents state. Children
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08/02/2015 19:21:27 28.139.g - CITY, STEALING FM MOTOR VEHICLE 5900 block RAYTOWN RD 08/02/2015 21:11:41 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 8900 block E 83 TER 08/02/2015 21:17:27 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 9300 block E 67 TER 08/03/2015 01:40:25 577.010 - DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED/PERSISTENT OFFENDER (F) E 85 TER 08/03/2015 08:16:21 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 10300 block E 63 ST 08/03/2015 01:40:25 577.010 - DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED/PERSISTENT OFFENDER (F) E 85 TER 08/03/2015 07:38:33 569.080C - TAMPERING 1ST AUTO/STOLEN LOCAL& RECOVER. 6500 block HARDY AVE
08/03/2015 14:11:37 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 10800 block GREGORY LN 08/03/2015 15:15:09 28.99 - CITY, HARASSMENT 11500 block HIDDEN LAKE DR 08/03/2015 16:41:38 565.050B - ASSAULT 1ST/ WITH OTHER DANGEROUS WEAPON (F) 5500 block RAYTOWN RD 08/03/2015 19:07:22 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 5600 block CRESCENT AVE 08/03/2015 21:40:11 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 10000 block E 63 ST 08/03/2015 22:31:14 565.074 - Domestic Assault 3rd degree 7400 block OVERTON AVE 08/04/2015 00:17:30 195.202A - DRUGS/POSSESSION/MARIJUANA (F) 9700 block E 79 ST
0 block E 87 ST 08/04/2015 07:27:18 28.139.h - CITY, STEALING OF VEHICLE PARTS/ACC 7900 block HEDGES AVE 08/04/2015 11:29:03 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 5000 block CRISP AVE 08/04/2015 11:43:42 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 7500 block RAYTOWN RD 08/04/2015 13:08:02 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 7500 block RAYTOWN RD 08/04/2015 14:59:14 28.139.g - CITY, STEALING FM MOTOR VEHICLE 6300 block BLUE RIDGE BLVD 08/04/2015 15:46:25 570.130A - FRAUDULENT USE OF A CREDIT DEVICE/ OVER $500 (F) 6700 block APPLETON AVE 08/04/2015 16:07:24 569.080A - TAMPERING 1ST / AUTO/ STOLEN & NOT RECOVERED (F) 6500 block RAYTOWN RD
08/03/2015 08:01:14 569.080A - TAMPERING 1ST / AUTO/ STOLEN & NOT RECOVERED (F) 9700 block E 63 ST
08/04/2015 01:44:51 42.209 - CITY, FLEEING/ ATTEMPTING TO ELUDE POLICE OFFICER 0 block E 87 ST
08/03/2015 08:16:21 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 10300 block E 63 ST
08/04/2015 00:17:30 195.202A - DRUGS/POSSESSION/MARIJUANA (F) 9700 block E 79 ST
08/04/2015 17:24:36 28.103 - CITY, VIOLATION OF ORDER OF PROTECTION 9000 block E 74 ST
08/03/2015 13:57:50 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 6000 block FARLEY AVE
08/04/2015 01:44:51 42.209 - CITY, FLEEING/ ATTEMPTING TO ELUDE POLICE OFFICER
08/05/2015 00:03:53 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 5300 block DITZLER AVE
Grandview man charged in death of his father By Kris Collins A Grandview man is charged with second-degree murder after his father died as a result of a physical confrontation the two had over a leaking pipe. According to court documents, 44-year-old Kyle Webb was charged in the death of his father, 74-yearold Fanklin Webb, July 26 after police were called to a home on 129th Terrace. Kyle and Franklin Webb reportedly got into an argument over a leaky pipe, police document state. Kyle Webb allegedly grabbed an empty vodka bottle to break and scare his father with after he started “getting onto (Kyle Webb) about the way he was cleaning,” police documents state. Kyle Webb reportedly raised the bottle to feign
an incoming strike on his father, at which point Franklin Webb reportedly tried to strike his son. Kyle Webb reportedly blocked the blow, sending Franklin Webb to the kitchen floor, police documents state. During the fall, Franklin Webb allegedly hit his neck against the back of a chair. Police documents state Kyle Webb mounted his father’s back, restraining his father’s legs with his own, and pulled Franklin Webb’s right arm across his throat. Kyle Webb told police he stayed in that position for approximately two or three minutes. He also reportedly told police he bit his father’s left thumb while he was attempting to grab a nearby fire extinguisher and clawing at Kyle Webb’s neck. Police documents state Kyle Webb’s torso was on
the back of Franklin Webb’s head and remained in the position for approximately nine to 11 minutes. After six minutes, Franklin Webb reportedly began to twitch, prompting Kyle Webb to get off of his father and call 911. After the incident Kyle Webb told police he wanted to prove to Franklin Webb that he could control him. Kyle Webb told police he had special training and wrestled for one year in college and is a brown belt in Judo. He also allegedly told police he intended to make Franklin Webb pass out and did not want to physically disable him. He told police he knew what he did was wrong and he was sorry for it. He is currently being held on a $100,000 bond. He is scheduled for a preliminary hearing Aug. 26.
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Producer’s continued from page 4 any type of change in diesel engines. Willie is an advocate for the better treatment of horses and is campaigning for the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act (H.R. 503/S.311). While Willie owns a ranch near Austin, Texas, he lives in Maui, Hawaii where most of the homes use only solar pow-
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Willie has married four times and is father to seven children. He has been married to Annie D’Angelo since 1991. They have two sons, Lukas Autry and Jacob Micah. Willie was inducted into The American Country Music Hall of Fame in 1993. He received Feed the Peace award from The Nobelity Project and received the Lifetime Achieve-
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ment Award from the 46th Annual Country Music Association. If I were to ask Willie today if he thinks he’s made it in the music business he would most likely say, “I’m working on it.” There is so much more we could say here about Willie Nelson, much of it is well known by many, including his run-in with the IRS, how he got out of that multi-million dollar
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mess, his arrests for marijuana possession and on and on, but what’s the sense? You either love him or hate him. His style is, without a doubt, unique and musicians around the world admire what he’s done for country music, rhythm and blues and, yes, even jazz. Willie is a talent for every age from eight to 80 and he’s still the same Willie I met on “Honeysuckle Rose 2.” He
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now travels from gig to gig on “Honeysuckle Rose 5.” Willie Nelson is an American treasure. Let’s continue to enjoy his music and his dreams of peace and fairness around the world. Until next week as always, you all stay happy. George Michaud was a talent agent/manager in Burbank, California for nearly four decades with his own talent agency, GMA. Michaud booked hundreds of ac-
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Raytown Community Calendar EVENTS Raytown Farmers’ Market Thursdays 2 p.m. — 7 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. — 1 p.m. The Farmers’ Market is held at 6210 Raytown Road. Cash, debit, credit and SNAP accepted. The event includes fresh, locally grown produce, entertainment and demonstrations. More information at RaytownFarmersMarket.com Back-to-school party Aug. 8, 5:30 — 8 p.m. Woods Chapel United Methodist Church is hosting a back-toschool party for families at its Raytown campus, located at 5413 Blue Ridge Cut Off. The event includes food, inflatables, sprinklers, games, door prizes and more. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Teachers’ organizations meeting Aug. 12, 8:30 a.m. The Raytown Retired Teachers and Support Personnel Association are meeting at Graceway Curch, located at 5460 Blue Ridge Cutoff, to attend the Raytown School District opening day convocation. Raytown movies in the park Aug. 14 The Raytown Parks and Recreation Department is showing “Brave” at C. Lee Kenagy Park at dusk. Parks staff recommends bringing lawn chairs or blankets and snacks for the movie. More information on the Movie in the Park may be sought through the Raytown Parks and Recreation Office at 816-358-4100. Kenagy Park is located at 9608 E. 79th St. Masonic Lodge BBQ competition Aug. 14 —15 The Raytown Masonic Lodge and Raytown Emergency Assistance Program, commonly called REAP, are hosting their first Annual BBQ Competition at the Masonic lodge, located at 6309 Overton Avenue. The competition beings at noon Aug. 15 and awards follow at 3 or 4 p.m. Categories of competition include brisket, ribs, chicken, pork and sausage. Then entry free for one team is $40. All entries must be made by Aug. 1. More information is available through Steve Holbrook at 816356-0447. All proceeds benefit the Raytown Masonic Lodge and REAP. Ice cream social
Aug. 15, 4:30 — 7 p.m. The Southwood United Church of Christ is hosting its annual ice cream social at 7904 Raytown Road. Homemade ice cream, a dessert and a drink will be served for a $3 admission fee. More information is available at 816353-9090. 9th Annual Invitational Art Show & Sale Aug. 21 —22, 9 a.m. — 5 p.m. The Raytown Artist’s Association is putting on the 9th Annual Invitational Art Show & Sale for artists over 18 at St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene, located at 8500 E 80th Terrace. Cash awards, artist’s gift shops and a silent auction will all be a part of the event. The deadline for entries if Aug. 14. More information on the event may be sought at 816-507-6243. St. Matthew’s bazaar Aug. 22, 9 a.m. — 5 p.m. St. Matthews Episcopal Church women are hosting a bazaar with crafts, books, photographic arts, baked goods and more. St. Matthew’s is located at 9349 E. 65th Street. Hoops and hot dogs with George Goode Aug. 23, 5 — 9 p.m. The Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church is hosting a free hoops and hot dogs event at 6429 Blue Ridge Blvd. Hot dogs, chips and a drink will be provided. The event will include basketball, hula hooping, volleyball, badminton, soccer, horseshoes, sidewalk chalking, other games and music. George Goode, a Raytown South and University of Louisville graduate and player for BG Karlsruhe in Germany, will be at the event and offer a free basketball clinic. More information is available at 816353-2296 or 816-225-9586. Raytown South High School stadium grand opening Aug. 28, 7 p.m. Raytown South High School is celebrating the grand opening of its new $2.4-million stadium during the Cardinals’ home opener against Truman High School. Game day festivities, including a tailgate, begin at 5:30 p.m. There will be a half-time ceremony and prizes and giveaways. The stadium is located at 8211 Sterling Ave.
79th St. The featured band for the event, among other bands performing, is Brewer & Shipley. Food trucks and artists will be on site, and adult beverages are being provided by Fun House Pizza. More information is available through the Raytown Parks and Recreation Department at 816358-4100. Festival of the Lost Township Sept. 5, 11 a.m. — 4 p.m. The Raytown Three Trails Kiwanis and Crane Brewing Company are hosting the Festival of the Lost Township, a craft beef festival, at 62nd Street and Raytown Road. The festival will include a number of unique craft beers from around the Midwest and a VIP tent will include select beers and culinary pairings picked by. All proceeds will benefit the children’s programs of Raytown Three Trails Kiwanis. General admission tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door and VIP tickets are $100. More information on the event and ticket details may be found at www.FestivalofTheLostTownship.org. Citizen’s Police Academy Sept. 9 — Oct. 28, every Wednesday, 6 — 8: p.m. The Raytown Police Department is hosting a Citizen’s Police Academy to give residents to a chance to learn about police departments and how they operate. Topics discussed during the eight-week program include: crime and analysis, patrol operations, and other police functions, units and divisions. The police officers acts as instructors and program participants will perform the work. The program sessions will be held at the Raytown branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library, located at 6131 Raytown Road. Participants must be 18 years of age or older to participate. Registration may be made in person at the library or via phone at 816-353-2052. Senior celebration Sept. 12, 5 — 8 p.m. The Raytown Senior Celebration is being held at The Point at Graceway, located at 5600 Blue Ridge Cutoff. The event includes music, dancing, dinner and dessert, door prizes, a photo booth. Tickets cost $10 and may be purchased at the Raytown Area Chamber of Commerce of Hy-Vee.
Fourth annual Raytown Arts & Music Festival Aug. 29, 11a.m. — 6 p.m. C. Lee Kenagy Park, 9609 E.
Cave Spring 40th anniversary Sept. 19, 2 — 5 p.m.
Cave Spring is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a brief gettogether and tours. Cave Spring is located at 8701 Gregory Blvd. Refreshments will be served at the event. RSVP by calling 816547-9679 or email A.Maddox@ sbcglobal.net. 12th Annual Raytown Police and REAP benefit Golf Tournament Sept. 25, 12 p.m. The tournament will benefit the Raytown Police Department Officers Benefit Fund and the Raytown Emergency Assistance Program. Registration for the fourplayer scramble starts at 11 a.m. The tournament is being held at Teetering Rocks Executive Links, located at 12040 E. 86th Street. The cost of the tournament is $80 per player, or $320 per team. In addition to tournament play, the event includes a closest to the pin contest, longest putt and longest drive contests; a silent auction and a raffle. For more information on the tournament, contact Police Benefit Fund Secretary Mike McDonough at 816-304-0702. Electronic registration is available by sending forms to RaytownGolfBenefit@gmail.com. ORGANIZATION MEETINGS Candlelight Quilters of Raytown Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:009:00 pm Show-Me Quilting, 6221 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Raytown Plaza Open to all quilters. Call 816-3539366 for more information KIWANIS Club of Raytown Three Trails http://moark4.com/raytown/ For meeting dates and location, call 816-737-9955 Marguerite McNair DAR Chapter http://www.mssdar.org/mmcnair Monthly:Second Monday at 6:30 pm (Sept.–June) Raytown Amateur Radio Club http://k0gq.com Monthly: Fourth Thursday at 7:30 pm Community of Christ, 6231 Manning Avenue Raytown Artists Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 6:00 pm St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene Gymnasium, 8500 E 80th Terr. All artists (over 18) welcome.
Raytown Chamber of Commerce http://raytownchamber.com/ 5909 Raytown Trafficway (816) 353-8500 Raytown Democratic Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00pm Come early (at 6:00 pm) to dine and make new friends! Las Chili’s, 6210 Raytown Trfwy Raytown Garden Club Monthly: First Tuesdays at 10:00 am (Feb.-Nov.) Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd. Visitors welcome Raytown Historical Society http://raytownhistoricalsociety.org Monthly: First Monday at 10:00 am Raytown Historical Museum, 9705 E. 63rd Street. 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 816-356-6788 or Faye at 816-358-4350 Raytown Women of Today Monthly: Third Monday at 7:00 pm http://raytownwot.wix.com/raytownwomenoftoday Club Room at Raytown Hy-Vee, 9400 E. 350 Hwy. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Monthly: Second Tuesday at 7:00 pm Post 4242 Raytown Memorial Post, 6419 Railroad St. (816) 358-8843 CITY MEETING SCHEDULE Board of Alderman Monthly: First and Third Tuesday at 7:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. http:// www.raytown.mo.us Board of Education Monthly: Second Monday at 6:30
pm 6608 Raytown Road http://RaytownSchools.org Board of Zoning Adjustment Commission Monthly: Second Thursday at 7:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Council on Aging Committee Monthly: Third Thursday at 4:15 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Fire Protection District Monthly: Second and Fourth Tuesday at 9:00 am City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. http:// www.raytownfire.com Human Relations Commission Monthly: Third Thursday at 6:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Parks Board Monthly: Third Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m. Raytown Parks Office, 5912 Lane Ave. http://raytownparks.com Planning & Zoning Commission Monthly: First Thursday at 7:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Tree Board Monthly: 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 pm (Sept.-May) Raytown Parks Office, 5912 Lane Ave http://raytowntreeboard.org Check the City website for scheduling adjustments due to holidays, etc. Many committees, boards and commissions meet on an as needed basis. The meetings of the following Boards and Task Forces are infrequent but will be posted on the City’s Events Calendar when convened. Building Code of Appeals Board of Equalization Community Health Advisory Committee Economic Development Advisory Committee Elected Officials Compensation Committee Industrial Development Authority Property Maintenance Board Raytown Community Foundation (Goes through Truman Heartland) Raytown Safe Routes to Schools Add your own event by registering for Events Calendar access at www.RaytownEagle. com or email Events@ RaytownEagle.com
Obituaries Andrea G. Leatherman Andrea G. Leatherman, 31, of Raytown, MO passed away Tuesday 07/07/2015. Family will be holding a private memorial service in her honor at a later date. Jack “Jackie” Mackrel Jack “Jackie” Mackrel, 80, Raytown, MO, died Jul 26, 2015. Visitation was 9am, funeral 11am, Sat, Aug 1, at Concord Fortress of Hope. Burial Mt. Moriah Cem. Arr Duane E. Harvey Funeral Directors. Jeanette Webster Moyer Jeanette Webster Moyer, age 88, of Raytown, MO, passed away on July 30, 2015. Funeral was at 2PM on Tuesday, August 4 at Floral Hills Funeral Home. Visitation was at 1PM. Burial at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Jeanette was preceded in death by her husband John C. Moyer and sister Gloria Webster Wallace. She is survived by her daughter Judy Gilchrist (Jim) of Lehi, UT; grandchildren Joanne Marsh, Janelle Blalock, John Gilchrist; great grandchildren Jayden, Madison, Liam. Arr.: D.W. Newcomer’s Sons Floral Hills Funeral Home. Anaya Dionne Newton Anaya was born to Damon and Dion Newton on January 8, 1997. Anaya attended University Academy Middle School, graduated on May 19, 2015 from Raytown High School, and was accepted and planning to attend the University of Missouri Columbia this fall. Family and friends were Anaya’s passion and joy. She loved her job at The Kansas City Royals Stadium and was all about her money. She enjoyed hanging out and shopping with her cousins, friends, and her twin sister Maya. Anaya also loved her high heels! She leaves to cherish her beautiful memory, her parents Damon Lamont and Dion Nicole Newton, her siblings, Lexis, Galen, Tyler, and twin sister
Maya Nichole, her grandparents Larry and Rose Caston, Marva L. (Thomas) Parker, Jerome L. (Renee) Newton, William S. Casselle, Great-grandmother Glendora Johnson, Godmother Deborah Hogan, four special aunts, Kelly (Rocky) Balfour, Roshawnda Walker, Kenya Casselle (Marcus Givens), Jernae Newton, and two uncles Jerome III and Richard Newton. She will be missed by her two nephews (Dominic and Marcellus), a host of great-aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Anaya was greeted in heaven by her Uncle Alonzo (Lonnie) Caston, Great-grandparents Leon and Ellen Caston Sr., Great-grandmother Velma Crawford, Great-grandparents Jerome and Leatrice Newton, Sr., Roosevelt Wilson, Sr. and Great Uncle and Aunt, Arthola (Otis) and Venita Clark. Services for Ms. Newton were held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, July 31, 2015, at Friendship Baptist Church with Pastor James A. Terrance, Jr., officiated. Burial Brooking Cemetery Thoughtful care and services provided by E. S. ELEY & SONS FUNERAL CHAPEL NORTH. Charles Edwin Van Ormer Charles Edwin Van Ormer, age 83, passed away on July 30, 2015 at his home in Kansas City where he has resided since 1964. Our neighborhood was beautiful, quiet, peaceful, friendly and convenient to his work. Funeral was held at 2PM on Monday, August 3, at Floral Hills Funeral Home, with visitation at 1PM. Burial to follow at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Charles was employed at the Kansas City Star Newspaper on the night shift. He loved his job as a Master Printer at the Star. He enjoyed eating his dinners at LaBruzzo’s, especially when Mama LaBruzzo fixed a big Christmas dinner for their patrons. During the day, Charles worked for Cunningham Plumbing and Heating in Raytown. He also worked as Head Maintenance man at the Ararat
Shrine Temple. He was active in the Shrine, Scottish-Rite and Past Master of Cecile Daylight Lodge. At Christmas, he enjoyed working with the Marine Corps. on collecting, sorting and storing “Toys for Tots.” He was in the “Directors Staff” at the Shrine Temple. In the summertime, he would plant a big garden in the backyard and help his wife can tomatoes, juice, green beans and homemade kraut. Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Gertrude D. Van Ormer and Clarence Van Ormer, who owned a Restaurant, Grocery Store, and Meat Butchering and Locker Plant outside Macomb, Illinois. His brother, Jerome “Jerry” Adris Van Ormer also preceded his in death. Jerry worked for the U.S. government on the spacecrafts and with the Secret Service. Charles is survived by his sister, Sarah Jane Van Ormer, near Escondido, California. She is a retired medical and x-ray technician. Charles and Louise Van Ormer have been married for 57 years and have one son, Robert Van Ormer, one grandson, Christopher Van Ormer and one great-granddaughter, Andi Lynn Van Ormer. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.floralhillsfuneralhome.com. Arr.: D.W. Newcomer’s Sons Floral Hills Funeral Home. Robert F. “Bob” Henderson Robert F. “Bob” Henderson, age 72, of Edwards, Missouri, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2015 at his home. He was born on September 23, 1942 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Joseph and Edith Mae (Young) Henderson. He grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Van Horn High School in 1961. He then began work for Western Electric in Lee’s Summit, Missouri until he was drafted by the United States Army on April 13, 1964. He served, was wounded, in Vietnam and was honorably discharged on September 2, 1966.
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CLUES ACROSS 1. Malay sailboats 6. Beach material 10. Heroic tale 14. Peers 15. Unseen 17. Plucking implement 19. Radioactivity unit 20. Stamping device 21. Quake 22. Foot (Latin) 23. Living body covering 24. Turfs 26. Gate swinging devices 29. Nail 31. Sharp bodily pain 32. Status equality 34. Horse height measure 35. Political Asylum Research & Documentation Service 37. 20’s - 30’s art design 38. Payment (abbr.) 39. Food grain 40. Indefinitely long period of time 41. Rear 43. Without (French) 45. Wood sorrels 46. Express pleasure 47. Recurring artistic
pattern 49. Deaf language 50. Runs PCs 53. Minimal punishment 57. Repeat 58. Give extreme unction to 59. Inflammatory skin disease 60. Large Aussie flightless bird 61. Polish Air Show city CLUES DOWN 1. Anjou or comice 2. __ Nui, Easter Island 3. Towards the mouth or oral region 4. 4th Caliph of Islam 5. Soviet Socialist Republics 6. Moslem mystics 7. Game stake 8. Point midway between N and NW 9. Female deer pelts 10. Glaze used to stiffen fabrics 11. Unhittable serves 12. Pathogen 13. Promotional materials 16. Setting up a golf drive 18. Lyric poems 22. Atomic #46 23. Genus Alosa 24. __ Claus
25. Not even 27. Fencing swords 28. Conway, N.H. river 29. Brake horsepower 30. Wild leek 31. Prefix for before 33. “Splash” director Howard 35. Sleeveless apronlike dress 36. Book of the Apostles mission 37. V.P. Quayle 39. Dish directions 42. Revolve 43. Particular instance of selling 44. Exclamation of surprise 46. Wimbledon champion Arthur 47. Millisecond 48. Ammo & chemical corp. 49. Tip of Aleutian Islands 50. Expired 51. Norway’s capital 52. Plant stalk 53. Macaws 54. Indochina battleground (slang) 55. Armed conflict 56. Ribonucleic acid
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Better bites for back to school 2. Notes: For easier mixing of peanut butter, warm in microwave for 30 seconds before use. Truffles can be stored in refrigerator for one week or in freezer for one month. Prep time: 12 minutes Total time: 50 minutes Servings: 10-12 truffles
There’s plenty of research that shows eating well and school performance are closely linked. Whether you’re fueling up for a busy day or grabbing a snack on the go, keeping nutrition in mind will help the whole family feel good about diving into an exciting new school year.
Butter Lettuce Papaya Smoothie
Today’s nutritional guidelines recommend that children consume at least five servings per day of fresh fruits and vegetables. Yet the reality is many parents struggle with getting their kids to eat healthier, especially during the school year. The good news is, with very little preparation you can serve healthy, grab-and-go meals that are not only nutrient-rich, they’re vegetarian friendly and delicious. With meals like this, your kids might actually want seconds. Try this quick, refreshing recipe for a breakfast or after school snack option. If you’re feeling inspired, create your own butter lettuce recipe. Ingredients: • 1/2 papaya, peeled (plus
Butter Lettuce Papaya Smoothie
slices from remaining half for garnish) • 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh cilantro • 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root • 2 tablespoons honey • 1 head Live Gourmet® Living Butter Lettuce (chopped, cleaned and root removed) • 1 cup almond milk • 1/4 cup water • 1 lime, peeled • Apple and/or pear slices for garnish (optional) Directions: Using a traditional, compact or hand blender, mix all ingredients for 30 seconds or until smooth. Garnish with slices of papaya and apple or pear, if desired.
Sheriff’s office warns against scam The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of a scam involving a police impersonator calling victims about outstanding warrants. The sheriff’s office said in a press release Tuesday it had received calls from several people inquiring about criminal charges. An investigation revealed a male caller has been identifying himself as a captain with the sheriff’s office and advising victims to call a phone number to “make this all go away.” The Jackson County Sher-
iff’s Office does not solicit funds over the phone and all business relating to payment of fees is conducted in person. The sheriff’s office advises any recipient of such a phone call not to take heed of any instructions and to call the sheriff’s office’s investigation division at 816541-8017. Questions may be directed to Sgt. Ronda Montgomery, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office public information officer, at 816-881-3882 or email RMontgomery@jacksongov.org.
Bridge work will cause lane closures eastbound I-70
Crews will close the left lane of eastbound Interstate-70 between U.S. 40 and Manchester Trafficway from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 8 for deck pour work.
The work is part of a project to replace the I-70 bridges over Manchester Trafficway, the Blue River and adjacent rail yard. All work is weather dependent.
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Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri. Funeral services followed at 7:00PM.
Bob was united in marriage to Delores Marsh on February 14, 1965 in Kansas City. They made their home Raytown where Bob owned and operated Murl’s Washer & Dryer Service. He retired and moved permanently to the Lake of the Ozarks in 2005. He is a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Lodge 3717 in Sugar Creek, Missouri, the VFW Post 1829 of Kansas City and the Shawnee Bend Golf Course in Warsaw. Bob enjoyed golfing, fishing, playing cards and socializing with family and friends. He is survived by his wife Delores, of the home, a daughter, Shannon Carmack, and her husband Rodney, of Lone Jack, Missouri, a son, Shon Henderson, of Raytown, Missouri, four grandchildren’ Tyler and Baliey Henderson and Emily and Jacob Carmack, two sisters, Joanne Carter, of Edwards, Missouri and Pat Rickart, and her husband John, of North Kansas City, Missouri, one brother, Larry Henderson, and his wife Sharon, of Independence, Missouri, other relatives and many friends. A memorial visitation for Bob Henderson was held Thursday evening from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw, Missouri. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, August 9, 2015 at the Lone Jack Civic Center in Lone Jack, Missouri. Robert “Bob” Wayne Peitsmeyer Robert “Bob” Wayne Peitsmeyer, 66, of Kansas City, Mo. passed away on July 31, 2015 at St. Luke’s Hospital. Robert was born in Omaha, NE on May 27, 1949. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and spent 22 years as owner and mechanic at Brakes & More and Tower Automotive located in Raytown. Bob is survived by his wife, Janet, 5 children, 3 step-children, 29 grandchildren, and 5 great- grandchildren. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Margaret, and daughter, Jessica. A visitation was held 6:00 – 7:00 PM, Thursday, August 6, 2015 at
Justin Scott Huie Justin, 24, Raytown, Mo., passed away August 2, 2015. Visitation was 2-4 p.m. Wed., Aug. 5, at Heartland in Raytown. Celebration of Life for Justin was at 6-9 p.m. Wed., at Lake Tapawingo Club House.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles
Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles
Here’s a quick and healthy low-calorie snack that’ll make parents’ lives a little easier this back-toschool season. It’s rich and tasty with body-fueling protein, fiber and carbs to give you the energy you need, but won’t load you down with sugar. Ingredients: • 1/2 cup plain rolled oats • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed meal • 1 scoop Bowflex Body French Vanilla shake powder • 1 packet Bowflex Body Rich Chocolate Fat Burner+ shake boost
Maguey Sap Glazed Bacon
• 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut • 2 tablespoons honey • 1/4 cup all-natural chunky peanut butter • 1 teaspoon vanilla • 1/4 cup cold water • 1 teaspoon cinnamon • Dash of salt Coating: • Unsweetened cocoa powder (about 1/4 cup) Directions: 1. Combine all truffle ingredients in mixing bowl and stir well. Place bowl in refrigerator for 20-30 minutes so mixture can firm up. Remove bowl from refrigerator and form 10-12 small balls. Roll each ball in cocoa powder to lightly coat.
of the suspects entered the bank armed while the other waited in a parked vehicle, according to Bridget Patton, public affairs specialist for the FBI’s Kansas City Division. The suspects were taken into custody without incident.
Kansas City wins grant to combat transit terrorism Kansas City secured a $174,000 federal grant this week to protect its transit system from terrorism. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security grant will go to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority for security training and developing a plan for responding to a terrorist attack on the bus system. Approximately $100,000 will go toward developing a blueprint for coordinating with local law enforcement and other public safety agencies responding to any terrorist incident on a bus or affecting bus service. The remaining $74,000 is earmarked for a training exercise, a simulated terrorist attack on the city’s bus network. Some of the money also is expected to be used for teaching more than 450 KCATA employees the best
Start each school day on a sweet note with all-natural sweetener instead of syrup on your pancakes, waffles and other breakfast favorites. Maguey Sap, carefully crafted and brought to you by Villa de Patos, is an unrefined and unprocessed alternative sweetener with unique flavor and tons of versatility in baked goods, marinades, dairy products, beverages and more. Ingredients: • 8 slices hickory smoked bacon • 4 tablespoons Maguey Sap Directions: 1. Heat oven to 400°F. 2. On foil-lined rimmed baking sheet, arrange bacon in single layer (use baking rack for crispier bacon). Bake un-
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Maguey Sap Glazed Bacon
methods for defusing hostile situations on a bus. Each employee would receive four hours of training during the course of a year. Kansas City shared in $87 million distributed to public transportation agencies nationally by the federal government. About $236,000 went to St. Louis. No grant money went to any other transit agencies in Kansas, Oklahoma, Iowa or Nebraska. Eligibility criteria for the grants included transit agencies serving high-density urban areas with high ridership. Last year, Kansas City had nearly 16 million bus boardings. The grants were announced Tuesday by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, which is part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
found at the Ellis home were place into protective custody and taken to a hospital in April 2012. Later, the children were interviewed at the Child Protection Center for a police investigation. It is unclear how many children were abused because the probable cause statement is heavily redacted to protect the identities of the victims. According to police documents, one of the victims told investigators Ellis and his wife were putting foreign objects into the victims’ “privates.”Ellis also reportedly showed the victims pornographic material, made inappropriate sexual contact with the children and told the victims to watch he and his wife have sex, police documents state.
til fat is rendered and bacon is beginning to brown, about 15-18 minutes. 3. Remove from oven and brush one side with Maguey Sap. Bake another 3-5 minutes, or until coated side of bacon is browned. 4. Remove from oven and flip each piece using tongs. Brush second side with Maguey Sap. Bake another 3-5 minutes, or until browned. 5. Drain away grease and allow bacon to rest 5 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy with your favorite pancakes. Yield: 8 slices Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes
Got a favorite, family or awardwinning recipe? We’d love to share it with Raytown. E-mail to editor@ raytowneagle.com or give us a call at 313-0202 Ellis and his wife were also reportedly verbally abusive to the victims, according to court documents. Ellis was sentenced to 20 years on three counts of firstdegree statutory sodomy, all terms to run consecutively, according to Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney Jean Peters Baker’s office. He was also sentenced to four years on three counts of incest, 10 years on first-degree child molestation, 7 years on child abuse and one year on three counts of misdemeanor endangering. Those terms were set to run concurrently to the 60 years of sentences for statutory sodomy. According to online Missouri court records, Ellis’ wife was not charged in the investigation. For the full probable cause statement, find this story at RaytownEagle.com.
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Mayor proclaims Raytown Farmers’ Market week By Kris Collins Raytown Mayor Mike McDonough proclaimed the week of Aug. 2 Raytown Farmers’ Market week during the Raytown Board of Aldermen Meeting Tuesday evening. McDonough said in the proclamation the Raytown Farmers’ Market was being recognized for its role in the community’s agricultural industry, service to community and its role in developing sustainable food systems locally and regionally. Raytown Farmers’ Market Manager Elisa Bedsworth accepted the proclamation. “We would just really like to thank the mayor and the aldermen for their support of the Raytown Farmers’ Market,” she said. “We want to really thank the citizens of Raytown for coming out and supporting the Raytown
Farmers’ Market. Our closest vendor is only a half mile from the farmers’ market and our furthest away is nine miles from the farmers’ market, so you can’t get much more local than that. We just encourage everybody to come out and try the amazing produce and the other products that are sold at the Raytown Farmers’ Market.” The proclamation in full reads: “Whereas, farmers’ markets are important outlets for agricultural producers nationwide, providing them with increased opportunities to meet consumer demand for a variety of fresh, affordable, convenient and healthful products sold directly from the farm; and “Whereas, farmers’ markets play a key role in developing local and regional food systems that support the sustainability of family farms,
Man sentenced for 2014 Raytown bank robbery A Kansas City man charged in the 2014 robbery of First Federal Bank in Raytown was sentenced to 19 months in prison without parole Tuesday. Robert T. Morris, 32, of Kansas City was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Beth Phillips and ordered to pay $2,025 in restitution, according to a statement from U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Missouri Tammy Dickinson. Morris pleaded guilty March 26 to stealing $2,025 from the bank, located at 9330 E. Gregory Blvd. Co-defendant Anthony Beeks, 53, of Kansas City, also pleaded guilty and is scheduled to be sentenced Aug. 13., according to Dickinson’s office. Morris entered the bank April 24, 2014 and gave a bank teller a letter than demanded
money. A second teller provided Morris with $2,025 and he left with the cash in a manila envelope. The demand note was left behind. A witness told police Morris admitted to his role in the robbery and the witness identified Morris from bank surveillance photos posted on social media websites. At the time, police were conducting surveillance on Morris and Beeks and observed what was believed to be multiple “casings” of various banks in the Kansas City metro area. A federal search warrant was executed for the vehicle Morris and Beeks had been driving and Morris was arrested the same day. This case is being prosecuted by Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Adam Caine. It was investigated by the FBI and the Kansas City Police Department.
revitalize rural communities, and provide opportunities for farmers and consumers to interact; and “Whereas, farmers’ markets increasingly offer electronic benefits transfer technology for use by Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients in redeeming their benefits and also offer opportunities for low-income women , infants, children and seniors participating in the WIC and Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program, respectively, to redeem their benefits. “Now, therefore, I, Mike McDonough, mayor of the city of Raytown, Missouri, do hereby proclaim the week of August 2, 2015, as Raytown Farmers’ Market Week and encourage all citizens to celebrate this week and to support the efforts of our local farmers’ market.”
Award continued from page 1 “Having been able to meet Judge Goldstein and observe him in his courtroom, I am incredibly honored to receive this award,” Merrigan said. Merrigan received the award on the eve of her retirement from the Jackson County Family Court after 16 years of handling family drug court matters, adoptions, and abuse and neglect cases. Merrigan retired July 31. She began her career with the county in 1998 and has received several awards in recognition of her work during her tenure, including the Claire McCaskill Award from the Missouri Association of Drug Court Professionals in 2008 and the National Association of Drug Court Professionals Distinguished Board
Join us for the 2nd Annual SENIOR CELEBRATION
Sat. September 12 5:00-8:00pm The Point - 5600 Blue Ridge Cutoff
Photo by Kris Collins Mayor Mike McDonough, right, presents a proclamation naming the week of Aug. 2 Raytown Farmers’ Market Week to Elisa Bedsworth, Raytown Farmers’ Market manager, and vendors. Service Award in 2008. Following retirement from the Court, Merrigan will work as a consultant to other drug courts through two national organizations, the National Drug Court
Institute and Children and Family Futures. Prior to her appointment to the bench, Merrigan was employed with the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office and worked as the lead as-
sistant prosecuting attorney handling Drug Court cases. She is also a certified substance abuse counselor, and has worked at a residential drug and alcohol treatment facility.
6020 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO We Are Open Wednesday thru Saturday 8am-4pm Sunday 9am-4pm Live Jazz Friday Nights 6pm-10pm
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Grab your Friends, put on your Sunday Best, & Dancing Shoes!
We are inviting Raytown’s Senior Citizens that are 55 & older to come Celebrate! Enjoy Great Music, Dancing, Dinner/Dessert, Door Prizes, Photo Booth, & Meet New Neighbors!
$10.00/person On Sale Now! Singles, Couples & Groups Welcome! Tickets available at: Raytown Chamber 5909 Raytown Trafficway (816) 353-8500 Raytown Hy-Vee 9400 E. 350 Hwy.
Tickets are required & not refundable
• Car/Booster Seats* • Bicycle helmets • Immunizations
• Smoke Detectors • Bicycle Giveaways • Healthy Classroom Supplies and so much MORE!
Saturday, August 15 10 am to 2 pm Kauffman Stadium
Enter through Gate 6 and go to Parking Lot J Transportation will be provided. For more information regarding bus pick up locations visit www.kcphsfair.com.
No Cost to Participate * FOR FREE CAR AND BOOSTER SEATS Individuals must meet the 185% federal poverty level income requirement. Acceptable current documentation: • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families letter • Food Stamp letter • Medicaid • Social Security letter • Pay stub • Unemployment determination letter