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THCF Awards $28,690 In Grants To Benefit Raytown Truman Heartland Community Foundation hosted its annual grants luncheon on Friday, November 14, 2014, where a total of 54 grants were awarded to nonprofits totaling more than $255,000, an alltime high for the foundation. The event was attended by 180 people at the Hilton Garden Hill in Independence. This year, $90,000 in grants was awarded for Children’s Education programs in our community thanks to the estate gift of Dr. Carl Jelley. The Foundation’s Youth Advisory Council also participated by making their own grants to eight organizations totaling $2,200 from their own endowed grant-making fund. The Junior Service League (JSL) made three grants totaling $8,500 and six donors made grants from their Donor Advised Funds to add $20,000 to the total available. At the luncheon, 12 new members of the Heartland Legacy Society were recognized bringing total membership to 107 members. A significant portion of the grants awarded at the luncheon was made possible by the gifts of eight individuals who left a gift to the foundation when they passed away through an estate gift: Dorothy D. Bay, J.D. Browning, Beverly A. Cathcard, Dr. Carl Jelley, Margaret Hurt, Homer McWilliams, Marcella Morgan, Marjorie Pollard. The Raytown community will benefit from $28,690 in grants awarded to the following organizations.
lege tours and ACT registration fees for students of Raytown, Raytown South and Van Horn High School. Additional funding of $300 came from the Youth Advisory Council, $2,455 from the Glenn and Ada Betts Family Fund and $100 from the Linda and Mike Gerding Family Fund. Raytown Arts Council Awarded $1,500 for Summer Musical 2015 to purchase a set of body microphones. Raytown Christian Church Awarded $1,211 for Raytown Summer Lunch Ministry. Additional funding of $500 came from
the I Love My Valley Fund in honor of the Mesimer Family, $289 from the Cliff and Diane Jones Foundation, $500 from the Youth Advisory Council and $100 from the Linda and Mike Gerding Family Fund. Parents as Teachers Program, Raytown C-2 School District Awarded $11,000 for Wraparound Raytown program that provides health, nutrition and early childhood education to low income families. For the complete list of grant awardees, visit THCF.org and select Grant & Scholarships on the menu bar then select Grant Recipients.
City of Raytown - EMS
Raytown Christian Church
Missouri College Advising Corps
Raytown Arts Council
Parents as Teachers Program, Raytown C-2 School District
City of Raytown – EMS Awarded $1,780 for Child Safety Seat Program that provides child safety seats and installation for families in need. Additional funding of $720 came from the Samuel W. Edmunds Charitable Fund. Jewish Family Services Awarded $5,000 to expand its Help@Home Subsidies program to assist Raytown senior citizens by fixing leaky faucets, cleaning gutters and moving furniture. Missouri College Advising Corps Awarded $3,245 to support col-
Grant checks were presented by Phil Hanson, CEO of THCF, (far left) and Martha Cockerell, Chair of the THCF Board of Directors (far right). Photos by Aaron Lindberg Photography
Christmas In The Park Now Open It’s beginning to look at lot like Christmas around Longview Lake, and Jackson County invites the public to take in the sights and sounds of its annual holiday Christmas in the Park. The 27th Annual Christmas in the Park features nearly 175 animated displays and 300,000 colored lights set up at Longview Lake Campground. It remains open until December 31. While admission is free, 35 different charities will share in the donations made voluntarily by the thousands of people who visit the display. In the 26 previous years, Christmas in the Park has generated over $1 million for local charities. Mark Hite, Longview Lake Park foreman, has been working on Christmas in the Park since its inception and had a hand in the design and/or construction of all the lighted displays. As this year’s premiere drew near, Hite and his crew were in the maintenance barn at the park, working on the last of two
new displays – one featuring an animated scene of toy soldiers who fall down after a cannon fires. Hite said it was inspired by the march of the wooden soldiers, a featured scene in the annual Christmas spectacular of the Radio City Rockettes. This year’s second new display is a salute to military veterans.
“Most of Christmas in the Park displays have been switched from their original incandescent light bulbs to newer technology LEDs, or Light Emitting Diodes, which use less electricity and thus cost less to operate. Still, it takes about nine miles of extension cords to power the displays,” said Hite.
Hite is entirely self-taught when it comes to display design. He sketches out his designs and then translates his drawings to aluminum wire lashed to a metal frame. Colored rope lights are then used to outline the figures or letters. The department tries to create two new displays each year.
Parks + Rec Director Michele Newman said her department begins planning for Christmas in the Park in February of each year, when the organizing committee holds its initial meeting. The 25-person Longview crew does most of the setup and teardown, augmented by a handful of other department employees in the final weeks before opening. “Christmas in the Park is one of several holiday traditions in Jackson County,” said Jackson County Executive Mike Sanders. “They not only give our families a great opportunity to celebrate the holidays together, but also provide all of us the chance to give back to some of the wonderful charities in our community.” To reach the campground, from I-470 take the View High Drive exit and go south about two miles to Southwest Third Street. From there, signs will direct you to Christmas in the Park.
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A Letter From Mayor David Bower
I find myself during this holiday season feeling blessed. I have a wonderful family, a good job and an amazing opportunity to be Mayor of the city I love, where I’ve lived for most of my life. After much reflection on all of this I have decided I will not run for Mayor in the upcoming election. This has been a difficult decision for me because I highly value the opportunity to work on behalf of Raytown and its residents and businesses. Working alongside citizens for the betterment of Raytown and the region has truly been one of the greatest privileges of my life. I believe we have accomplished what you asked us to do almost eight (8) years ago and the community is on solid foot-
ing and ready for the future. What we have been able to accomplish in terms of progress has been notable. We have responded effectively and efficiently to the needs and priorities of our city. The Board of Aldermen and I have worked hard in conjunction with city staff to re-build and keep our city in financial order while moving us forward through some perilous times – new legislation, declining revenues and recession. We are proud that we’ve been able to achieve an A+ S&P Bond Rating. In area after area, our collective impact has made a difference: • Received $8 million dollars in grants which has given us new sidewalks, streetlights, and a housing rehabilitation program.
• Successfully transformed a financially imperiled Police Pension Plan that threatened the city’s financial stability to a solvent plan, benefiting the current Officers and providing a tool to attract new Officers. • Economic Development achievements including Google Fiber, Heartland Manufacturing, Sutherland’s, IHOP, Aldi’s/Gregory Square Development, Extreme Karting and 80 other new businesses that have chosen to do business in Raytown. This includes an Economic Development Incentive Policy to help retain and attract businesses to our city. • Cooperation across the region working on regional transportation, regional cooperation in building busi-
ness, communities for all ages initiative, and more recently the new KC Rising. • Transparency and openness across the city’s communication platforms. We’ve established a presence on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, as well as Engage Raytown, our newest communication tool allowing you to chat with city staff and officials. A newsletter with current information as well as contact information delivered directly to your mailbox. And, a new website coming in January that will offer our residents even more accessibility 24/7. • The recent overwhelming approval of our Transportation and Capital Improvement Sales Tax renewal demonstrates the confidence
and trust for the work, progress and accomplishments made during this decade: new ambulances, police cars, and improved snow removal. Serving as your Mayor has afforded me the opportunity to grow personally and professionally. I have found tremendous satisfaction in representing Raytown at the local and regional level, including serving in leadership roles on the Eastern Jackson County Betterment Council, Kansas City Metro Mayors Caucus, Mid-America Regional Council, Missouri Municipal League, and others. Our city’s involvement in these collaborative partnerships, and the relationships that have been built with other local and regional leaders, has benefitted our city and
our region, and me personally. Your confidence in me to serve as your Mayor has provided me with these opportunities and I remain committed to regional planning and projects that will positively impact our community. We have a great deal to be proud of, and I am deeply grateful for the honor and privilege of serving as Mayor of Raytown. In the coming months I look forward to thanking you personally for the support you have given me. Editor’s Note: Mike McDonough and Pat Ertz have already announced their candidacy for Mayor although filing does not officially open until December 16, 2014.
“Drowsy Chaperone” Brings Hilarity By Hanine AlHaydar Raytown High School The production of The Drowsy Chaperone performed by Raytown High School was very comedic with a little bit of everything. The musical directed by drama teacher, Kathleen Kolster, played to a nearly full house on November 20, 21, and 22. The Drowsy Chaperone tells the story of a man who plays the record of his favorite musical, The Drowsy Chaperone. During the recording he
Robert Gene Crouch Robert Gene Crouch, 83, Overland Park, KS passed away November 25, 2014 at Hospice House at Olathe Medical Park, Olathe, KS. Bob was born April 15, 1931 in King City, MO to Curtis and Vergie Crouch. He graduated from Central High School, Kansas City, MO in 1949. He attended Tarkio College. He was a veteran of the Air Force. He worked at BF Goodrich for 20 years before leaving to join in a partnership with Cost Plus Tires. He was a member of the
stops and makes comments about his favorite parts, the music, story, and actors. Caleb McCarol playing Man in Chair was hilarious and brought the show to life. He didn’t sing much but made everyone laugh with his mockery of the people in the play. The play follows Janet Vaan de Graaff and Robert Martin on their wedding day. Janet, played by J. Mosha Clima, is a world-renowned actress who is conflicted between marrying Robert (Zach
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Overland Park Kiwanis where he served as an officer. He was
also an officer of the State of Kansas Kiwanis. Bob coached
by Braden Best, to woo Janet so that she won’t marry Robert. While everyone in the musical did an amazing job, there was a couple that stole the show. Hannah Treat as the Drowsy Chaperone and Braden Best as Aldolpho, were hilarious and they stayed with me the rest of the night. All in all, the show was incredible. There was live music thanks to Truman Steehn, Katie Rock, Simone Jones, Brianda Taylor, Jon Star,
Spencer Beaman, and Brenda. Drama teacher, Kathleen Kolster, directed the musical. The most important thing is
that the actors had fun and the audience for sure had a great time.
for many years at the Johnson County 3&2 baseball leagues and served on the board. For 16 years he and his wife wintered in Peoria, AZ. Bob loved KC Royals baseball, KU basketball, KC Chiefs football, and golfing, fishing and warm weather. Bob was a wonderful
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Chamber Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For AutoMax KC Please join AutoMax KC, located at 11900 E. 350 Highway, on their Grand Opening this Friday, December 5, 2014, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Refreshments
BUSINESS The following companies received business licenses from the city of Raytown during the month of November.
BUSINESS
Velex, Inc. Allen Texas 75013 Cell Tower Installation and Maintenance KC Exteriors Remodeling Kansas City, KS 66102 Roofing and Siding McClain Plumbing, LLC Independence, Mo 64055 Plumbing Business ADB Wireless, Inc. Blue Springs, MO 64114 Communication Tower Contractor L.P. Home Remodeling & Repair Raytown, MO 64133 Handyman Safehouse Electric Company Raytown, MO 64138 Electrician Millie’s Cottage, LLC Raytown, MO 64133 Antiques, Collectibles, Gifts Hartz Bleachers Long Grove, Iowa 52756 Install Bleachers Midwest Tree Service Lexington, MO 64067 Tree Service On Call Property Management, LLC Raytown, MO 64138 Property Management On Call Care Services, LLC Raytown, MO 64138 Home Care Agency
Kujath) and her life on stage. Alex Gecinto as George the best man does everything he can to make the wedding run smoothly. To make sure the couple doesn’t see each other, he gets the Drowsy Chaperone played by Hannah Treat to keep Janet away. Mr. Feldzeig (Austin Hardiman) was a producer who would do anything to make sure the wedding didn’t happen. He wanted Janet to remain in the business so he hired a Latino/Italian man named Aldolpho played
and food will be provided. Representatives from the Raytown Chamber, the City of Raytown and AutoMax KC owners and staff will officially cut the ribbon at
4:00 p.m. What a great way to welcome a new business and Raytown Chamber member to the community!
LEGAL NOTICE OF ELECTION
Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Public Water Supply District No. 2 of Jackson County, Missouri, that an election will be held on April 7, 2015 to elect a member of the Board of Directors of the District from Subdistrict No. 2. The opening filing date for declaration of candidacy shall be 8:00 a.m. on December 16, 2014 and the closing filing date shall be 4:00 p.m. on January 20, 2015. Declarations of candidacy must be filed at the office of Public Water Supply District No. 2 of Jackson County, Missouri, at 6945 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, Missouri. Candidates filing for Subdistrict No. 2 must reside within the boundaries of the Subdistrict. The Boundary lines for all Subdistricts are on record at the office of Public Water Supply District No. 2 of Jackson County.
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Letters to the editor Good afternoon. Every year for Veteran’s Day, I take my father-inlaw and one of my best friends to breakfast at the Hy Vee on 350 hwy. This year, photos of both, Ian Drake (Army and age 94) and Tom Hollingsworh (Navy and age 93) -- WWII vets, were taken by your photographer and included in your November 14, 2014 Volume 2. No. 7, Page 2, “Raytown Veterans Honored”.
You and your photographer really made those boys smile... and they’re still smiling. I’m the guy behind Tom’s wheelchair in the Chief’s jersey, and sitting at the table, in the photo at right... and yes, I too am a veteran -- Vietnam Era. Thank you so much for your kindness. You’ve certainly managed to acquire some local friendships.
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This Producer’s Corner is always so informative and interesting. I can’t wait for next weeks. I live in Raytown and its so nice to have someone who knows what they are taking about with such an interesting
subject and his restaurant reviews are always honest and to the point. Best paper this town has ever had. Thank You to Diane for starting The Eagle....
My father supplemented our family income by working at Fox’s Drugs. And he worked there after retirement. He was an English literature teacher and studied in Ireland, Scotland and Wales … but wasn’t too proud to scoop a 5 cent chocolate ice cream cone for us when we would walk to the store from home. Another fringe benny…we got our school supply cigar boxes from Fox’s. Dad was a Raytown man through and through.
He loved Fox’s, the Blue Jays and he loved pouring coffee for Mr. Robinson, Mr. Green and many others over the years, sharing in the current news and old stories with all the long time Raytowners. “Outside, the road was tarred and cars stood in front of the store. Inside, all was just as it had always been” -E.B White “Once More to the Lake”
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He was born the son of musical parents and named originally Wladziu Valentino Liberace on May 16, 1919, in West Allis, Wisconsin. Later to become so famous that he needed only one name and that was LIBERACE. His mother Francis played the piano, his father Salvatore played the French horn and his oldest brother, George, became famous playing the violin and “electrified it” as he called it so he could be heard with his traveling band. But it was little Valentino, as he was often called by his Mom, who learned she had a child prodigy by the age of four. Valentino was recognized by the world famous Polish pianist, Ignacy Jay Paderewski, who really took an interest in this young genius and helped him follow his musical career as far as he could, earning a scholarship to attend the Wisconsin College of Music which lasted 14 years or more - the longest ever. In his early teens, Valentino Liberace was performing concerts in front of the likes of the Chicago Symphony under the direction of Dr. F. Stock, who was well known during that time. Who would have thought that in his early teens this young prodigy would be playing concerts? And, instead of just playing the classical tunes that was expected of him, Liberace took the lib-
erty of playing popular tunes which he had lots of fun with and audiences loved it. This would be one of his little secrets to stardom. By the 1940’s, Liberace took Paderewski’s advice and dropped his first name and middle name Valentino and went by LIBERACE. He traveled with his own custom-made piano and placed his trademark Candelabra on the top of it for every performance. His first movie debut was in 1950 which starred Shelly Winters called “South Sea Sinner”. He played a Honky-Tonk pianist that got the attention of TV producers and, by late 1951, he had his own television show, “The Liberace Show” which was to be a summer replacement
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for the Dinah Shore Show. Liberace was so successful with his own show that he became a household name almost overnight. It was syndicated on nearly 220 stations around the USA and in over 20 foreign markets. Liberace had already made his mark on the world. His sold out performances at Madison Square Garden in New York gained him popularity beyond his wildest dreams. By now he was worth millions and at that time, in that era, he was considered quite a rich young man. In the New York area, Liberace wasn’t too successful in the night club scene so he decided to head to Hollywood and make 8344 Harold
LLOYD LINDROTH
JIM WEINBERG
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Some People Just Don’t Know How To Handle Animals
Jason Offutt To say people have misplaced priorities would be an understatement at best, especially when it comes to animals. There are roughly 38 domesticated species of animals on earth, and about 100 more semi-domesticat-
ed, meaning they’re bred in captivity but still poop on the floor. That leaves an estimated 8.74 million species on our planet that want nothing more than to eat us. This includes, but is not limited to jaguars, baboons, and the mole people. And people love them. Take for example the South American Goliath Birdeater. In the fall, Harvard scientist Piotr Naskrecki was researching the wilds of Guyana when he heard something large approaching him. When he turned his flashlight on what he thought may be a possum or a large rat coming toward him in the dark, he saw something that would have a normal person
screaming in their sleep forever after. It was a tarantula – the size of a puppy. The South American Goliath Birdeater is called such because it lives in South America (thank God), it’s the world’s largest spider (including legs it’s as big as a dinner plate), and it eats birds. Birds. He began to receive death threats after he humanely killed the spider for research purposes, when he should have set the entire rainforest on fire. Yep, the whole rainforest. On fire. Naskrecki isn’t the only scientist who lives on the edge of reason. Filmmaker and natu-
ralist Paul Rosolie rubbed down with pig’s blood and fed himself to a 30-footlong green anaconda in the wild. Yes, he allowed himself to be eaten by a snake as long as a 66-passenger school bus. Rosolie filmed his experience from inside his “custom-built snake-proof suit,” according to the Discovery Channel, which is going to profit from this madness by airing it on a show entitled “Eaten Alive.” Although the anaconda survived the event, I can’t imagine she was happy about it. The organization PETA released a statement about the moron swallowing, but I’m not going to print it here because when it
comes to PETA, it’s best to not encourage them. Then there are bears. The only friendly bears are named Pooh and Paddington. Real bears range from five feet tall, 250-pound black bears to 10 feet tall, 1,500-pound Kodiaks. Although bears are omnivores, given the choice between a blackberry bush and a tent filled with fleshy American campers, they’ll poke around in the tent every time. There have been 29 bearrelated deaths in North America in the past 14 years only because bears and people don’t hang out at the same bars. If humans shared the same habitat as Ursus murderous we’d be
nothing more than snacks. Then why is the new trend in the ever-increasing American narcissism the bear selfie? Instead of screaming and running like our more sensible ancestors, today’s hikers and campers, brandishing smartphones, walk close enough to Yogi to get both of them in the picture. You know, people are pretty stupid. 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.
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Incidents from 11/26/ 14 to 12/2/14 11/25/2014 08:29:05 569.080A - TAMPERING 1ST/AUTO/STOLEN & NOT RECOVERED (F) 8400 block LANE DR 11/25/2014 10:04:52 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 9000 block E 350 HWY 11/25/2014 11:24:40 GEN INFO - NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 9200 block E 63 ST 11/25/2014 11:46:28 28.139.g - CITY, STEALING FM MOTOR VEHICLE 9900 block E 56 ST
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11/25/2014 15:04:46 570.120A - PASSING BAD CHECKS/OVER $500 (F) 6700 block BLUE RIDGE BLVD
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11/28/2014 10:35:39 28.139.j - CITY, STEALING FROM BUILDING 8000 block WILLOW WAY 11/28/2014 11:43:46 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block E 350 HWY 11/28/2014 12:02:09 28.139.j - CITY, STEALING FROM BUILDING 10300 block E 350 HWY 11/28/2014 16:04:45 GEN INFO - NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 10000 block E 59 ST 11/28/2014 17:40:42 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 HWY 11/28/2014 17:51:13 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 8700 block E 63 ST 11/28/2014 20:36:34 570.090 - FORGERY (F) 10300 block E 350 HWY 11/29/2014 01:17:49 13043 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 10800 block E 58 ST 11/29/2014 01:30:46 577.010 - DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED/PERSISTENT OFFENDER (F) 8600 block E UTOPIA DR 11/29/2014 04:06:02 569.170B - BURGLARY 2ND/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/NON RESIDENCE NIGHT 11500 block E 63 ST 11/29/2014 07:54:35 569.170F - BURGLARY 2ND/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/RESID.
UNK. TIME (F) 9800 block E 61 ST 11/29/2014 09:43:49 569.080C - TAMPERING 1ST AUTO/STOLEN LOCAL& RECOVER. 11500 block E 63 ST 11/29/2014 10:43:35 569.160L - BURGLARY 1ST/ NO FORCE/RESIDENCE NIGHT (F) 6600 block HARRIS AVE 11/29/2014 10:49:47 569.170J - BURGLARY 2ND/ NO FORCE/NON RESID. UNK. TIME (F) 9600 block E 350 HWY 11/29/2014 13:29:57 569.170M - BURGLARY 2ND/NO FORCE/RESIDENCE UNK. TIME (F) 7500 block HAWTHORNE AVE 11/29/2014 14:28:36 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block E 350 HWY 11/29/2014 16:29:22 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block E 350 HWY 11/29/2014 19:30:00 570.030G - STEALING/OVER $500/FROM BUILDING 10900 block E 82 ST 11/29/2014 20:25:45 569.100 - PROPERY DAMAGE 1ST DEGREE/OVER $750 (F) 9100 block E 82 ST 11/29/2014 21:39:30 28.330.b - CITY, POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA 79 11/29/2014 23:27:18 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS
5400 block RAYTOWN RD 11/30/2014 01:26:21 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 9400 block E 63 ST 11/30/2014 01:55:47 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 9700 block E 63 ST 11/30/2014 02:04:10 8.223.302.9 - CITY, DEFACEMENT OF PROPERTY 9600 block E 63 ST 11/30/2014 02:04:46 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 9700 block E 63 ST 11/30/2014 03:59:29 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 6100 block RAYTOWN RD 11/30/2014 04:35:10 565.060 - ASSAULT 2ND/ WITH FIREARM (F) 8800 block E 350 HWY 11/30/2014 06:07:59 GEN INFO - NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 8700 block TENNESSEE AVE 11/30/2014 10:19:34 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block E 350 HWY 11/30/2014 15:53:49 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 10000 block E 64 ST
11/30/2014 22:49:57 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 7400 block OVERTON AVE 12/01/2014 00:28:06 GEN INFO - NON-CRIMINAL GENERAL INFORMATION REPORT 6100 block KENTUCKY AVE 12/01/2014 03:24:54 455.085A - VIOLATION OF PROTECTIVE ORDER/ ADULT ABUSE (F) 11400 block E 58 TER 12/01/2014 08:35:19 569.170D - BURGLARY 2ND/FORCIBLE ENTRY/ RESIDENCE DAY (F) 11700 block E 85 ST 12/01/2014 09:06:23 455.085A - VIOLATION OF PROTECTIVE ORDER/ ADULT ABUSE (F) 7900 block ARLINGTON AVE 12/01/2014 09:41:55 28.141.b - CITY, STEALING/ DIVERT UTILITY 6500 block STERLING AVE 12/01/2014 14:43:37 569.170C - BURGLARY 2ND/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/NON RESID. UNK. TIME 9600 block E 350 HWY 12/01/2014 19:59:56 28.178 - CITY, DISORDERLY CONDUCT 10300 block E 350 HWY
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Producer’s Corner continued from page 4 Way in Hollywood, a home he built to his taste. This is where I first personally met Liberace back in 1972. More on this later. Of the eleven homes he owned, I was invited to four of them. His second film “Sincerely Yours” in 1955 was a challenging role where Liberace played the starring role of a pianist who was losing his hearing. It also starred Dorothy Malone but the movie was such a disappointment financially to Warner Bros that they actually paid him not to make a second movie
Obituaries continued from page 3 and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend to all. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn of 64 years of the home. 3 sons, David Crouch, Overland Park, KS, Michael (Lana Cook) Crouch, Prairie Village, KS, Brian (Michelle) Crouch, Olathe, KS, sister Joyce (David) Veazey of Raytown, MO; 5 grandchildren, Emily (Keith) Anderson, McKinney, TX, Amy (Richard) Martin, Easton, KS, Chad Hendrix, Easton, KS, Matthew (Karen) Byrns, KC, MO, Libby Byrns, KC, MO 8 great grandchildren, Caedmon, Hadley, Milo, Elsa, Kohen and Olive Anderson, McKinney, TX, Xander and Lexi Byrns, KC, MO He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Jerry Crouch. Visitation took place on November 29 at the Clubhouse at Stratford Place, Overland Park, KS. Sheldon Scott Doyal Sheldon Scott Doyal, 54,
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for which they first contracted him for. After his command performance at the White House for Harry S. Truman who loved music, Liberace worked fervently at the club circuit embellishing his outfits with more glitter and more diamonds, rings, etc. He once came out on a Las Vegas stage with a chauffeured Rolls Royce limousine wearing a mink coat with a 16’ train behind it and stepped out of the back seat onto the stage to a screaming room full of adoring fans. The Guinness book lists him as Las Vegas’ highest paid
performer. He has two walk of fame stars, six gold albums, made more millions in television royalties than anyone with just the two years of his own show that was syndicated in the 1950’s. The world knew him as “Mr. Showmanship”, to his family he was “Walter” and to all his friends he preferred to be called “Lee”. Only about 80% of what the public learned through movies and books, the tabloids, etc. was true about this complex and talented musician, a person who was lonesome and loved and cared for his Mom Francis and family. Liberace
was the kindest and most thoughtful to all the people he met in the business. He left the bulk of his nearly $125 million dollar estate to the Liberace Foundation for the Creative and Performing Arts and to this day it helps pave the way for aspiring young artists with scholarships. Next week in the “Producer’s Corner”, we’ll get further into Liberace’s life and his brother George whom I also knew quite well as we traveled the country together. I’ll explain a few misconceptions that the public has about Liberace which was
released through a recent movie and a book by Scott Thorson who is currently in prison once again. Thorson’s lies and drug addiction led to his break-up and the palimony law suit against Liberace for $113 million and he had to settle out of court for a mere $75,000. Learn about how Liberace won his lawsuit hands down against the “Mirror” in London when a writer accused him of being a homosexual and a behind the scenes look at what Liberace said and thought of the entire matter. Happy Holidays to all. See you next week for more
of Hollywood’s inside tracks. In the meantime, 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 actresses and actors/ musicians, major concerts around the world and has been responsible for launching the careers of many notable names in television, motion pictures and on the Broadway stage. Michaud currently is semi-retired, still has a hand in show biz projects from New York to Las Vegas as consultant to entertainment venues and new talents as well as seasoned professionals.
formerly of Kansas City, MO, currently of Florence, KY, passed away on Monday November 24th, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence surrounded by his family. He was the music director for Woodward High School and formerly Trailwoods Elementary, a member of Drum Core International; he played for Stations, Theater at Vis, and the Orchestra at First Baptist Church in Raytown, a member of Mid America Music Association, and the drummer for Velvet Soul. He graduated from Hickman Mills High School in 1978 and has dual degrees from Central Missouri State University. He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley L. Doyal; his son, Joshua R. Doyal; and his nephew, Joseph Orlando. He is survived by his wife, Gail Doyal of Florence, KY; his daughters, Megan and Shelby Doyal of Kansas City, MO; his son, Jordan Doyal of Florence; his father, Robert Doyal; his step-sons: Andrew Martin of Florence, KY, Harlan Ray of
Kansas City, MO, David (Laura) Butts of Bonner Springs, KS; and his sisters, Terri (Michael) Ell of Kansas City, MO and Vicki White of Jacksonville, FL. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Joshua Doyal and Treyson Fletcher and many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held December 1st at Speaks Suburban Chapel, Independence, MO. Services were held December 2nd at the funeral home.
and upon her graduation from there worked in the offices of Cook Paint Co. and Rival Mfg. In 1951 she married the love of her life Gerald “Jerry” Ginsberg and went to work with him in the family’s grocery business in Kansas City, KS. In 1967 they closed that business and opened Midway Meat Co in Raytown, MO specializing in grade A premium beef and freezer products. After Jerry’s passing in 1975 she operated the business until selling it in 1983. She then worked in the retail food industry, including Epstein’s Kosher Foods, where she enjoyed serving her friends and other members of the Jewish community. Upon ending her retail career her loving heart guided her into becoming a nanny to several area families over the years. She was a lifelong member of Congregation Beth Shalom and past member of its Sisterhood. She served as a member and past President of the Marcella Rodin Club, a non-profit organization which provided physical therapy
and rehabilitation equipment to many area hospitals in the 1960’s and 70’s. Arlene greatest joy was to have large family gatherings with everyone enjoying her wonderful cooking and baking. She provided a warm, loving home for her children while she continued to work outside the home to provide for them. In later years, as her mobility declined, she enjoyed reaching out to family and friends with sweet notes, greeting cards for every occasion and frequent phone calls. She loved gathering with friends - old and new - at the Jewish Community Center for weekly Mah Jongg and card games. Her sweet, kind, generous spirit and loving nature will be greatly missed by all who know her. Arlene was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Jerry. She is survived by her daughter, Sheryl Hinrichs (Von), Colorado Springs, CO; son, Jamie Ginsberg, Leawood, KS; cousin, Audrey Wienstock, Leawood, KS; her “best of everything”-in-law, Hedy
Gershman (Jerry), St. Louis, MO; “sisters-in-love”, Maurine Agron (Sam), Leawood, KS, Terry Tull, Kansas City, MO as well as numerous other cousins and extended family whom she all adored.
Arlene Ginsberg Arlene Ginsberg, our dear, beloved, mother, cousin and friend passed away peacefully at her home in Leawood, KS on November 30, 2014 surrounded by her family. Funeral services were held at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, December 2. Arlene was born on August 11, 1927 to Yetta and Ben Gottlieb and was lovingly raised by her mother and her bubbe Esther Horovitz. She attended Kansas City MO public schools and graduated from Central High School in 1944. She then attended Huff Business College in Kansas City
Marion Joann Morgan Marion Joann Morgan, 82, of Raytown, MO, died November 28, 2014; Services took place December 1, at Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church, Raytown. Lois Price Patten Lois Price Patten, 78, of Raymore, MO passed away November 27, 2014. Visitation was held December 4 at Longview Funeral Home. Funeral services took place December 5, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Raymore, MO. Preceded in death by her husband William Bradway (Brad) Patten and grandson Gilbert Adam White. Survived by her daughter Vicki Patten White (Gilbert Allen),
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Raytown Community Calendar EVENTS Calling All Church Women December 5, 2014 @ 10:00 am Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd Raytown Church Women United will hold their annual meeting on December 5, 2014. We will hear from Lynn Durbin about Stepping Stones. It is a transitional living program for our youth, boys and girls 16-21 ages to help them achieve independent living and self- sufficiency. This should be helpful information for us all. Come & bring a friend. Heart of America Christmas Pageant presents The Unseen December 5,6,7,12,13 & 14, 2014 @ See dates & times below First Baptist Raytown, 10500 E 350 Highway If Christmas were only a memory, what would you want to remember? Join us as we travel both back into history to follow the story of Jesus and forward into the future and follow the stories of the unseen through a blend of live music and drama. FREE Pageant tickets are available online. If you have questions about performances or ticket information, call the Pageant Information Line at 816-7781153. Friday, Dec 5 @ 7:00 Saturday, Dec 6 @ 3:30 Saturday, Dec 6 @ 7:00 Sunday, Dec 7 @ 3:30 Friday, Dec 12 @ 7:00** Saturday, Dec 13 @ 3:30** Saturday, Dec 13 @ 7:00 Sunday, Dec 14 @ 3:30 ** interpreted for the hearing impaired Annual Raytown Tree Lighting Ceremony December 5, 2014 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Pocket Park, 63rd & Raytown Road
Obituaries continued from page 5 son Richard Patten both of Raytown, MO, grandchildren Kristi White Middleton (James Felix) of Lawton, OK and April White of Raytown, MO and 7 great grandchildren. Rosella Petersen Rosella Petersen, 98, Independence, MO passed away November 26, 2014 at home. Visitation and funeral services were held November 29 at First Baptist Raytown, burial in Mt. Washington Cemetery, Independence, MO. Mrs. Petersen was born November 22, 1916 in Kansas City, MO. She was preceded in death by husband, Hans Jorgen Petersen; daughter in law, Donna Jo Petersen. Survivors include: daughters, Karen (Gary) Brown, Lee’s Summit, MO, Karmen (Jim) Williams, Little Rock, AR; sons, John D Petersen, Peculiar,
It’s time to kick off the holiday season at the annual Raytown Tree Lighting. The event runs from 6-7:30 pm and is highlighted by the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting at 6:30 pm. A Christmas Carol December 5 & 6, 2014 @ 7:00pm – 9:00 pm Graceway, 5460 Blue Ridge Cutoff Presented is the classic Christmas tale: Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Driven by greed and thoughts of himself, Ebenezer Scrooge encounters three spirits in an attempt to turn his heart towards generosity and the love of others. Join us as we bring this classic tale to life! Both performances are free. Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois. Family Photo with Santa December 6, 2014 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Cave Springs Park, 8701 E Gregory One Spirit United Methodist Church is hosting a “Photo with Santa” event. Families are invited to bring their children to have their free family photo taken with Santa and the finished photo will be mailed to them. Cookies and lemonade will be served as well. Call the One Spirit United Methodist with any questions. (816) 353-0890. Cabin on the Trails Tour December 6, 7,13,14,20 & 21, 2014 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Rice-Tremonti House, 8801 E 66th Street Tour the Rice-Tremonti Home and Cabin built in 1844 on the Santa Fe Trail. Enjoy refreshments; shop the Christmas Store & Bake Shop. Step back in time to an era before TV and the MO, Paul (Donna) Petersen, Raytown, MO; brother, Cecil Finfrock, Valdosta, GA; eleven grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren. She will be remembered for her lifelong service as a Sunday school teacher, member of the church choir and her leadership roles in Baptist Women programs. Most of all she will be remembered for her great love of family and her devotion to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Ralph “Lynn” Shepard, Sr. Ralph “Lynn” Shepard, Sr., 77 of Raytown, MO passed away, Saturday, November 29, 2014. Services were held December 3 at the CarsonSpeaks Chapel, Independence, MO; burial with full military honors at Mound Grove Cemetery. Lynn was born June 4, 1937 in Kansas City, MO and has been a lifelong area resident. He worked as a route salesman for Tastee Bread and
Internet! Stand in a house that has been through the Civil War and 167 years of history right here in Raytown, Missouri. Put this special treat on your calendar. $5.00 per person, Groups Welcome, Group Rate $4.00 per person. For information and reservations call 356-2338. Website www.ricetremonti. com. Attracting and Feeding Wild Birds December 9, 2014 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Raytown Mid-Continent Public Library, 6131 Raytown Road Bring song, color, and life to your yard. Join us to learn what types of feeders and food will attract wild birds, and discover how to benefit birds, the environment, and you. Adults, Registration is required. Winter Blood Drive December 15, 2014 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Raytown Emergency Medical Services, 10020 E 66th Terrace Please plan on saving a life by donating blood! Schedule your appointment now by either calling Kim at (816) 737-6030 or online at www.savealifenow.org and use sponsor code: raytownems. Remember, walkins are always welcome! MONTHLY 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 Wonder Bread for a number of years and later was a dealer for Harrah’s Casino and the Isle of Capri. He enjoyed playing cards and spending time with his family. He proudly served in the US Navy from 1955-59 and served aboard the USS Lexington. He is survived by: his wife Jean Shepard of the home; a son, Ralph Shepard, Jr. and his wife Lisa of Kansas City, MO; 3 daughters, Genny Cox and husband Keith of Gladstone, MO, Gretchen Sayers and husband John of Shawnee, KS and Elfie Shepard of Grandview, MO; 8 grandchildren, Drew Smith, Kristen Cox, Rachel Shepard, Cory Shepard, Jackie Sayers, Mason Shepard, Melanie Shepard and Hadley Sayers and 3 great grandchildren, Dylan Smith, Peyton Barnett and Elliott Smith. Bonnie Carol Vittetoe Bonnie Carol Vittetoe, 69, of Raytown, MO passed
location, call 816-7379955 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.
Blue Ridge Trinity Lutheran Church, 5757 Blue Ridge Blvd. Enter at the back door. Everyone welcome! (816) 353-5446 Raytown Women of Today Monthly: Third Monday at 7:00 pm http://raytownwot.wix.com/ raytownwomenoftoday Club Room at Raytown HyVee, 9400 E. 350 Hwy. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Monthly: Second Tuesday at 7:00 pm Post 4242 Raytown Memorial Post, 6419 Railroad St. (816) 358-8843 CITY MEETING SCHEDULE Board of Alderman Monthly: First and Third Tuesday at 7:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. http://www.raytown.mo.us Board of Education Monthly: Second Monday at 6:30 pm 6608 Raytown Road http:// RaytownSchools.org Board of Zoning Adjustment Commission Monthly: Second Thursday at 7:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Council on Aging Committee Monthly: Third Thursday at 4:15 pm 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
Raytown New Day AL-Non Weekly: Wednesdays at 10:00 am
Human Relations Commission Monthly: Third Thursday at 6:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E 59 St.
away peacefully at her home Thursday, November 27. On March 11, 1945, she was born to Oris and Lois Massey and raised in Kansas City, KS by her parents, Arthur and Lois Gardner. Bonnie was united in marriage to Gary Vittetoe on August 24, 1987 in Kansas City, MO. She retired as a computer controller for Alpha Delta Kappa in Kansas City, MO after more than 20 years. She attended St. Bernaette Catholic Church. She was past president of the Moose
Lodge #2414. Bonnie loved to garden and grow her own tomatoes. She also enjoyed traveling, exercising and socializing. She loved her cats dearly along with any and all animals. Her survivors include her sons Mark (Terri) Eicholz of Altus, OK and Michael (Dayna) Eicholz of Spring, TX; Sisters, Patricia, Brenda, Deb, Cathy and brother Charlie; Grandchildren, Taylor and Zachary of Altus, OK and Austin, Dylan and Ryan of Spring, TX; One great
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
grandchild Chandler; Nieces and Nephews, Robert, David, Jon, Mallory, Kirk, Kelly, Frank, Gary, Hollie and Joy. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gary and sister, Kathy. Services are currently pending and will be announced at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted with Meyers Funeral Chapel Blue Springs, MO. Memories of Bonnie and condolences to the family may be left at: meyersfuneralchapel. com.
Raytown EMS Blood Drive
Community Blood Center (CBC) is the primary supplier of blood and blood components to 70 plus hospitals and medical centers in the Kansas City region. CBC will conduct a life-saving blood drive on Monday, December 15, 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. “When individuals normally think of essential community services, they think about the fire and police departments,” said Jay Me-
nitove, M.D., President/CEO and Medical Director with Community Blood Center. “Community Blood Center and its donors are very similar to police officers and fire fighters. We make up a lifesaving team that is here to meet the needs of local patients. Our volunteer donors roll up their sleeves and do so without hesitation.” Raytown individuals can help by donating blood at
this Community Blood Center blood drive on Monday, December 15, 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. The drive will be held at 10020 E. 66th Terrace, Training Room. To make an appointment online, visit savealifenow. org, click the “Schedule an Appointment” icon and enter Sponsor Code raytownems. For additional details, contact Kim LeSage at 816-737-6030.
Heart Of America Christmas Pageant Join First Baptist Raytown at 10500 E State Route 350 for the 35th Annual Heart of America Christmas Pageant and travel both back into history to follow the story of Jesus and forward into the future and follow the stories of ‘The Unseen.’ Look into the lives of future day Christians meeting in secret on Christ-
mas day as they look to the past at the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Tickets are free of charge and seats are filled on a first-come, first served basis. Tickets will be available at www.firstbaptistraytown. com/pageant and or by calling 816-778-1153.
The Christmas Pageant tradition is a gift from First Baptist Raytown to the community. Over 400 volunteers from the church ranging in age from birth to nearly 100 years old fill every role, from the choir and orchestra to the cast and soloists.
Join the O’Hara theater cast as they perform the story that takes place under a full moon on this unpredictable night of romance, taking you on an around-the-globe journey of unexpected and hilarious twists and turns. By the time the evening is over and the moon works its magic, love will conquer all and your sides will ache
from laughter from this Jones Hope Wooten Comedy! Performances are Saturday, December 13, and Sunday, December 14, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. at O’Hara High School, 9001 James A. Reed Rd., Kansas City. Ticket prices are $6 for students and seniors and $8 for adults. On Sunday, the Celtic Christmas Market opens from 3:00 p.m.
to 7:00 p.m. A pre-performance dinner is available on Sunday, December 14, at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $8 for students and seniors or $10 for adults. Get a Sunday dinner and show combo for $12 for students or $15 for adults. For any questions, call the school office at (816)7634800.
O’Hara To Perform “Crazy Little Thing Called Love”
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Green Chili Canes
Here’s a different twist on the peppermint candy cane, savory hors d’oeuvres shaped like candy canes filled with green chilis and cheese.
spray. 2. Combine 12 rolls together and roll into 18-inchby-12-inch rectangle. Repeat with remaining 12 rolls. 3. Brush both dough rectangles with butter. 4. Combine cheddar cheese, green chilies and garlic salt and sprinkle over one dough rectangle. 5. Top with remaining dough rectangle, butter side down. 6. Cut into twelve 1 1/2inch strips. 7. Twist each strip several times and turn one end to resemble a candy cane or shepherd’s hook. 8. Place at least 1 inch apart on large sprayed baking sheets. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Green Chili Canes
Ingredients • 24 Rhodes™ Dinner Rolls, thawed to room temperature • 2 tablespoons butter, melted • 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese • 2 cans diced green chilies, drained • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt • Grated Parmesan cheese Preparation 1. Spray counter lightly with non-stick cooking
By George Michaud This Thanksgiving Day was somewhat different and not so easy to deal with due to the deaths of two of my closest friends. I had plans and thank you to the four other invitations I had but when things happen beyond your control you just do the best you can with the time left for the day, and move forward as positive as possible. By the time my driving around was done, condolences taken care of, I had to take care of a relative who was visiting from Boston for several weeks. Since neither of us had yet eaten and it was closing in on 7:00 p.m., I panicked and started calling Salvatore’s, V’s Restaurant and a few others. All closed. Another friend was trying to come up with ideas and suddenly I said, “Let’s just go get in the car and drive”. We set out for 350 Highway towards Raytown Road and the IHOP was closed. I would have taken that as a last resort but my friend said, “Just drive that way toward Chipman Road”, and before I knew it, there it was, Bob
Green Chili Canes
9. Bake at 350°F for 1520 minutes or until golden brown Serves 12 Source Rhodes Bake-N-Serv
Bob Evans In Lee’s Summit A Life Saver On Thanksgiving Day-Family Dining
Katie Ayres at Bob Evans Evans Restaurant in the Summit Woods Crossing Shopping area all lit up and cars everywhere. I thought, “This is a life-saver for my starving relative who was still waiting at my home for Thanksgiving dinner.” Melissa Mitchell is the manager at this location and she took it upon herself to make certain we had the greatest service. She even gave me a small bowl of their Cheddar-Potato Soup just to taste since I was so impressed with the flavor of the
Cheddar-Broccoli Soup. We both ordered their traditional Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings complete with mashed potatoes and gravy. If the potatoes were not real, they sure fooled me. The baby carrots were out of this world. The sliced turkey white meat layered over a bed of their dressing was absolutely what the doctor ordered. I then ordered their Ham Thanksgiving Dinner to take home to my relative and texted to let him know I was on the way with real food. Katie Ayres was our waitress presenting me with my Turkey Thanksgiving plate. Portions are very generous.
Everything was as fresh as though it had just come out of the oven at a home-cooked meal. Bob Evans is famous for their family-style cooking and farm fresh vegetables. The dinners came also with a wonderful fresh traditional cranberry sauce which was superb. I then ordered their famous Coconut Cream Pie which are all home-made at all Bob Evans locations. They are well known for their pies and there are plenty to choose from. Pumpkin pie was ordered to take home to my relative. After a trying day, not knowing if we would even find a place open to eat, we
got lucky with this one. I recommend this family restaurant to anyone. Be sure to ask for their warmed pecanbanana-nut bread instead of rolls, although the rolls are also quite good. Bob Evans Restaurants is a true American success story from rags to riches. Bob started a small diner that sat 19 stools in Rio Grande, Ohio. He was so unhappy with the sausage procurement that he began to make his own from his own hogs and the rest is history. That original location is still running and is a tourist attraction. Bob Evans retired in 1986 but the company kept growing through
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word-of-mouth because of the high quality and low prices. Restaurants now operate in nearly twenty states and all are kept extra clean because they also take pride in their housekeeping. Bob Evans is located at 1680 N.W. Chipman Road, Lee’s Summit at the Summit Woods Crossing Shopping Center. Call: 816.246.0443. Casual dress and believe me you will not be sorry for trying a meal at this establishment. George Michaud has written reviews for many publications, mainly on the West Coast for theater, live music and was a restaurant critic.
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Basketball Jamboree Basketball Jamboree took place on November 22, 2014, at Raytown High School and featured four girls and four boys teams.
Unfortunately, the school did not provide a roster. Enjoy these great shots by R. C. Jones.
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