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Raytown Schools Wellness Center to open Jan. 4 By Kris Collins More than two years after the closing of the YMCA on Missouri 350, the building will be open to the public Jan. 4 as the Raytown C-II School District opens its highly anticipated Raytown Schools Wellness Center. The wellness center has been open to school district staff and faculty since late October, early November. Danielle Nixon, assistant director of communications and community relations for the school district, said the reception has been well so far. “We have people who on their lunch break go over and walk,” she said. “I was there the other evening and there were people using cardio equipment, people using the track, people coming in just to get information. The numbers are definitely increasing. There’s a handful of people in there pretty
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Photo by Kris Collins The Raytown Schools Wellness Center will open Jan. 4 to serve those living or working in the Raytown C-II School District.
Public-private partnership puts roof over Kansas City man, daughters
Photo courtesy of Jackson County Department of Communications Artis Rollins, left, with one of his twin daughters, receives the key to his new home from Jackson County Executive Mike Sanders, center, and Chief of Intergovernmental Relations and Communications Calvin Williford.
Through a Jackson County program and a partnership with nonprofit Connections to Success, a Kansas City man and his twin 5-year-old daughters now have a roof over their heads. On Tuesday morning at the Marlborough Community Center, Jackson County Executive Mike Sanders and Jackson County Legislator Alfred Jordan revealed to Artis Rollins, 52, and his daughters their three-bedroom house, which was remodeled through Constructing Futures, a Jackson County program that was created in 2008 to address homelessness, the plight vacant houses on neighborhoods, and the need to provide on-the-job training for individuals struggling to find stable employment. “This and the six other times we’ve given a home to a family through Constructing Futures are among the most emotional days I have experienced in public service,” Sanders said. After losing a house to foreclosure in Minnesota, Rollins returned to his hometown for a fresh start. When he was spotted living in his
Say goodbye to Nikita the polar bear
Nikita, the Kansas City Zoo’s 8-year-old male polar bear, is headed to the North Carolina Zoo for breeding. Berlin will be taking the role of the top polar bear when Nikita leaves. To say goodbye, the zoo is throwing a party and sleepover this Saturday, Dec. 19. The going-away party includes polar-rific crafts and activities from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Zookeepers will share their favorite moments working with him at 11:30 a.m., and at 1:30 p.m. Nikita will receive a very special enrichment item that was made from all the cards and letters his fans have given to the zoo. A night of games, exploration stations, an animal ambassador visit and a night hike will be dedicated to Nikita and Berlin. The
sleepover will begin at 7 p.m. and the overnight will end at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 20. Sleepovers are held in the Polar Bear Passage viewing building and Zoo Learning Center. The overnight costs $30 per person with a 10 percent discount for Friends of the Zoo members. A minimum of 20 participants is required for overnights, and rescheduling will happen if the minimum is not met. It is recommended to eat dinner before arrival, with snacks and a continental breakfast provided. Minimum age for participants is 6 years old. One adult chaperone per 10 children under 18 is required. To learn more, visit www.kansascityzoo.org.
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car, he received assistance from the local nonprofit homeless agency reStart. Rollins, who has full custody of his two daughters, now works two jobs to support his family — one with Woodley Building Maintenance, the other with Kansas City Parks and Recreation. Several families who’ve struggled with homelessness are considered for each Constructing Futures home. “This year, one story—one family—stood out,” Sanders said. “It is the story of someone who, despite some life struggles, is committed to making good choices. It is a story of overcoming obstacles, even the extreme obstacle of homelessness. It is a story that shows hard work can pay off, and, ultimately, it is the story of a man who is very dedicated to his daughters.” Connections to Success provided the workers for each Constructing Futures home. The nonprofit helps individuals who are unemployed, underemployed or seeking to secure a steady job after being incar-
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Raytown South High School on lockdown after bomb threat Tuesday By Kris Collins Raytown South High School was on lock down for approximately one hour Tuesday morning after the Kansas City Police Department informed the school district and the Raytown Police Department it had received a bomb threat on the high school on a 911 call at approximately 11:15 a.m.
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Department of Conservation sets hunting dates and regulation changes At its Dec. 11 meeting, the Missouri Conservation Commission approved recommendations by the Missouri Department of Conservation for date and regulation changes for the 2016-2017 deer-hunting season and the 2016 turkey-hunting seasons. “The goal of the conservation department’s deer management program is to use research-based wildlife management combined with public input to maintain deer population levels throughout the state that provide quality recreational opportunities while minimizing humandeer conflicts,” said Missouri Department of Conservation Deer Biologist Jason Sumners. “As deer populations in Missouri have changed over the last 75 years, so have
2016 • Firearms Deer Antlerless Portion: Dec. 2 through 4, 2016 • Firearms Deer Alternative Methods Portion: Dec. 24, 2016, through Jan. 3, 2017 • Firearms Deer Late Youth Portion: Nov. 25 through 27, 2016 Hunting regulation changes The Commission approved the following regulations regarding deer and turkey hunting: • Expand the deer-hunting late youth portion to three days beginning the first Friday after Thanksgiving. • Reduce the length of the deer-hunting antlerless portion from 12 to three days and begin it on the first Friday in December. • Eliminate the urban-zones portion of the firearms deer
our management strategies. In modifying the huntingseason structure, our aim is to achieve a deer population that is biologically and socially acceptable while also promoting hunter participation, recruitment, and retention.” Spring turkey hunting • Spring Youth Portion: April 9 and 10, 2016 • Spring Turkey Season: April 18 through May 8, 2016 Fall deer, turkey hunting • Archery Deer and Turkey: Sept. 15 through Nov. 11, 2016, and Nov. 23, 2016, through Jan. 15, 2017 • Firearms Turkey: Oct. 1 through 31, 2016 • Firearms Deer Early Youth Portion: Oct. 29 through 30, 2016 • Firearms Deer November Portion: Nov. 12 through 22,
Raytowner to represent Missouri in Youth U.S. Senate Raytown South student Helene Slinker has been has been selected to represent the state of Missouri as a delegate to the United States Senate Youth Program in Washington, D.C. March 5 to 12, 2016. Slinker will also receive a $5,000 college scholarship. The United States Senate Youth Program in Washington was founded in 1962
season. • Allow crossbows as a legal method during archery deer and turkey seasons. • Allow the use of crossbows during the fall firearms turkey season. • Remove the hunting method exemption requirement related to crossbows. • Reduce the limit of antlered deer from three to two during the combined archery and firearms deer hunting season, with no more than one antlered deer taken during the firearms deer hunting season. • Set the 2016 spring turkey season from April 18 through May 8 with a limit of two bearded turkeys during the season; provided only one turkey may be taken during the first seven days of the season.
Photo courtesy of Missouri Department of Conservation The Missouri Conservation Commission approved new deer and turkey hunting dates and regulations to go into effect in March 2016.
• Set the 2016 youth spring season April 9 and 10. • Set the 2016 fall turkey hunting season from Oct. 1 through 31 with a limit of two turkeys of either sex
during the season. The regulation changes will become effective March 2016. More information on deer and turkey hunting is available at mdc.mo.gov.
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through Senate resolution and each year two of the highest-achieving students from each state, the District of Columbia and the Department of Defense Education system overseas are selected through an extremely competitive merit-based selection process held at the state departments of education nationwide.
Photo courtesy of Raytown C-II School District Helene Slinker, a student at Raytown South High School, is one of two students selected to represent that state as a delegate to the United States Senate Youth Program in Washington, D.C. March 5 through 12 next year.
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The Missouri Department of Conservation is offering a class on how to make ornaments and decorations using natural materials from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center, located at 4750 Troost Ave. in Kansas City. The free program is open to all ages and no registration is required. Eastern red cedar is a valu-
able and hardy native tree. However, cedar can become invasive in native prairie remnants and glades. Cedars are fragrant and they make a pretty holiday tree. Anyone curious about cedar trees for the holidays is invited to visit the Gorman Discovery Center. A grove of cedars is installed in the lobby with lights and decor using
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Park University held its December 2015 Kansas City Area Commencement ceremony on Dec. 12 at the Community of Christ Auditorium in Independence, in which several Raytownians were included. The ceremony included a keynote address by Greg Graves, chairman and CEO of Kansas City-based Burns & McDonnell, one of the fastest growing and most successful engineering, architecture, construction and environmental consulting firms in North America. More than 340 Park University students were eligible to graduate — 133 students received a master’s degree and/or graduate certificate, and 208 students received a bachelor’s degree, associate degree and/or undergraduate certificate. Graduates from Raytown were: Master of Business
Administration • Emefa Afetonu, Business Administration, Raytown, Mo. (originally from Tema, Ghana) Master of Education • Michael J. Lawless, Educational Leadership, Raytown, Mo. Bachelor of Science • Claude Ngenevu Chi, Information and Computer Science/Data Management, and Information and Computer Science/Software Engineering, Raytown, Mo. (originally from Yaounde, Cameroon) • Tabatha Marie Infranca, Management/Accounting, Raytown, Mo. Associate of Science • Dustin Michael Beeman, Information and Computer Science, Independence, Mo. (attended Raytown South High School) • Patricia A. Lynn, Management, Raytown, Mo.
MoDOT opens Stadium Drive Bridge at I-435 Crews re-opened a portion of the Stadium Drive Bridge project, allowing full access to the Interstate-435 Bridges. The Interstate-70 Bridge will remain under construction through the holiday season. Construction has restricted lanes on Stadium Drive to one lane each direction. The bridges are located at
Gates 6 and 7 (Bus/RV Exit) near Arrowhead. Motorists traveling to these gates for Chiefs games or other events should expect some potential delays. Review http://www.kcscout.net/ for congestion updates and camera views of traffic. For project updates, follow MoDOT Kansas City on Facebook.
Kauffman Center to receive national endowment for the arts grant In its first 50 years, the National Endowment for the Arts awarded more than $5 billion in grants to recipients in every state and U.S. jurisdiction, the only arts funder in the nation to do so. This past week, the organization announced awards totaling more than $27.6 million in its first funding round of fiscal year 2016, including an Art Works award of $10,000 to Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in support of Future Stages Festival to be held June 26th, 2016. The Art Works category supports the creation of work and presentation of both new and existing work, lifelong learning in the arts, and public engagement with the arts through 13 arts disciplines or fields. “We deeply appreciate this NEA grant, which pro-
vides a stamp of approval for the Kauffman Center’s work in our community,” said Paul Schofer, president & CEO of Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. “The National Endowment for the Arts’ support for Future Stages Festival is especially welcome, as it helps us to offer a free community-wide event at the Center, puts 600 youth on our stages and attracts 6,000 (mostly new) audience members to see the performances. It’s a true celebration of the performing arts.” Future Stages Festival will be held at the Kauffman Center from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. June 26, 2016. The free oneday festival invites youth and families to experience a diverse range of performances and interactive arts activities.
Former county judge honored by KC bar association Former Jackson County Circuit Judge Edith Messina, who joined the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office earlier this year, was honored Dec. 11 by the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association with the 2015 Hon. Joseph E. Stevens Jr. Aspire to Excellence Award. The award recognizes individuals who have improved the quality of the administration of justice in the Kansas City area. “Having someone of the caliber of Judge Messina, with her standing and character, has been invaluable to our office,” said Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Pe-
ters Baker. “Her dedication to justice continues today. I’m so pleased to see her recognized with this award.” Messina retired from the bench in January after a long, distinguished career. When named by former Missouri Gov. Christopher S. Bond to a judgeship in 1984, Messina was the first female circuit judge in Jackson County. She later became the first female judge to serve as presiding judge in Jackson County. Since joining the prosecutor’s office after stepping down from the bench, Messina has worked on new diversion projects and on attorney training.
Federal sex trafficking charges filed against 2 Wichita residents According to U.S. Attorney Barry Grissom, Martin D. Muldrow, Jr., 36, and Breaira S. Bland, 22, both of Wichita, Kansas, are charged with one count of sex trafficking, one count of causing a person to cross state lines for purposes of prostitution, two counts of transporting a person across state lines for prostitution, and one count of traveling from Kansas to Texas for the purpose of prostitution. Upon conviction, the crimes carry the following penalties:
• Sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion: Not less than 15 years in federal prison and a fine up to $250,000. • Causing a person to cross state lines for prostitution: A maximum penalty of 20 years and a fine up to $250,000. • Transporting a person across state lines for prostitution: A maximum penalty of 10 years and a fine up to $250,000 on each count. • Traveling across state lines for the purpose of prostitution: A maximum penalty of five years and a fine up to $250,000.
By Diane Krizek At the Raytown Board of Education meeting on Dec. 15, Director of Communications Cathy Allie reported that the school district’s new mobile app is live and available at no cost on Google Play and Apple iTunes stores. The new tool promises to be an improved means of communications with students, staff, parents and the community because apps offer push notification. Anyone who downloads the app to their mobile device will be able to get notifications on their mobile phone or tablet from the school district. “This app will make it much easier to send out notifications than email,” said Allie. The app, sponsored by ParentLink, a mobile app provider for school districts, offers all the services and information that is
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Missouri House bill punishes athletes for protests, revokes scholarships By Kris Collins A bill filed in the Missouri House of Representatives that would punish collegiate athletes for participating or supporting a strike, or refusing to play is garnering criticism from the sponsor’s colleagues in the Kansas City Metro Area. The provisions in House Bill 1743, filed by Rep. Rick Brattin, a Republican out of Harrisonville, would not only revoke a student’s scholarship if he or she refused to play a scheduled game but fine members of the coaching staff should they encourage or enable athletes to participate in such a strike. Brattin did not return calls from The Raytown-Brooking Eagle by press time. The bill was prefiled Dec. 11 as a response to the November protests on the University of Missouri campus in Columbia during which, among other events, members of the football team refused to play a scheduled game as a sign of solidarity with their fellow schoolmates involved in protests on racial inequal-
ity and institutional racism. Rep. Brandon Ellington, out of District 22, said the bill fosters racism. “House Bill 1743 seeks to further solidify and legalize institutional racism by targeting black athletes from exercising their constitutional rights to free speech and reducing them to the status of subjugated livestock,” he said in a statement Tuesday, adding, “This legislation is motivated by racism and contemptuous of free speech. It has no place among the laws of just society.” Furthermore, Ellington said Brattin and Kurt Bahr, a co-sponsor of the bill, penned the bill under a mentality of blissful ignorance about racism. Rep. Tom McDonald, who represents Raytown in the Missouri House, said he doesn’t support the bill, nor does he believe it will get much support in the legislature come opening day of session Jan. 6. “If these kids that won a scholarship and Rick Brattin says if you violate your scholarship — it’s not even
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McDonald said the bill’s language also calls into question the ability of students to speak out for each other. “It’s unfair. It’s racially imbalanced,” he said of the squeeze on free speech. “Are you not allowed to speak up for yourself? If other students see it that same way and they’re on a scholarship, are they handcuffed? Can they not speak up in defense of themselves or others?” McDonald said he thinks it is unlikely the bill will have support in Jefferson City. “That bill is going to fall flat, I hope,” he said. “Don’t we have better things to do with our time, like figuring out how were going to pay for some stuff in this state instead of arguing that?
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Boost in federal funding for Missouri roads not enough Earlier this month President Obama signed into a law a long-term transportation bill that calls for $305 billion over the next five years in transportation funding, but Missouri still needs $160 million in new state revenue to maintain its current road system and make much-needed improvements, according to Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission Chairman Stephen Miller. The bill, the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act, affords Missouri $5.5 billion, which by Miller’s judgement is insufficient to maintain the state’s road system while also making safety improvements and addressing the backlog of the Mis-
souri’s 641 critical-condition bridges. “The FAST Act does not appreciably increase funding for Missouri, and its funding sources are not recurring or stable – they are one-time tools which will have to be revisited in a few years, and new sources will need to be found,” Miller said. “The FAST Act is a start to addressing our funding need, and we need to start somewhere. However, we cannot rely on the federal government to address our most pressing needs. These can only be tackled with new funding at the state level.” Legislation has been prefiled in the Missouri Legislature that would raise the
state’s 17-cent-per-gallon fuel tax, which hasn’t changed since 1996. The legislation would generate about $80 million per year of new revenue. Thirty percent would go to cities and counties for their road and bridge needs. The remaining $56 million would come to the state of Missouri. “Strengthening our transportation network is vital to boosting economic growth, creating jobs, and increasing competitiveness in Missouri, and across the nation,” Blunt said in statement the day the bill was passed into law. “Because Missouri is a hub for our nation’s railways, highways, and waterways, it is imperative that our transportation planners and industry
have the long-term certainty they need to promote investment, ensure the safety and reliability of existing infrastructure, and expedite the permitting process for new projects. The bill passed by the Senate today represents the longest highway authorization in more than a decade, and I am glad we can finally move forward with infrastructure improvements that will benefit Missouri’s families and small businesses, and provide a foundation for the 21st century economy.” Blunt backed the following provisions in the bill: • Off-System Bridges: County-owned bridges make up 52 percent of Missouri’s bridges, and 30 percent of them
are structurally deficient or obsolete. The bill protects the dedicated revenue stream for off-system bridges, a setaside Blunt established in the 2012 highway bill, and makes more funding available for all bridges. • Track, Railroad, and Infrastructure Network (TRAIN) Act: The bill includes Blunt’s bipartisan TRAIN Act, which reforms and streamlines the environmental permitting process for rail projects. The measure promotes additional investment in rail systems without compromising environmental quality. • Emergency Route Working Group: The bill includes Blunt’s language to create a working group at the Mis-
souri Department of Transportation to address delays caused by state-by-state permitting requirements for special vehicles needed for emergency infrastructure response. • Competition in Passenger Rail: The bill includes provisions from the Senate-passed bill, supported by Blunt, to promote more competition in passenger rail service. • Grid Reliability Bill Act: The bill includes the Grid Reliability Act, a bill sponsored by Blunt and Senator McCaskill which would improve the reliability of the electric power grid and protect electricity providers from conflicting federal regulations.
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Boulevard, is owned by Wanda Mullins. Mullins had previously requested, and was approved for, a special use permit to be able to use the space as both business and residence, so that she can live above the bakery. The planning and zoning commission
recommended a few changes to the site plan, including a reconfigured parking lot and updated landscaping. The owner did not have any issues with the recommendations. The board also considered once more a zoning change
for the green space in Raytown. The property, which is owned by city, was previously rezoned ahead of the proposed Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market development project. Since that project fell through, the nearly four-acre property has remained zoned
for neighborhood commercial district and planned zoning overlay district. In order to accommodate future possible development, city staff have proposed reverting the zoning to neighborhood commercial district and central business district overlay,
and town square overlay district. Alderman Jim Aziere confirmed that developers could, where necessary and appropriate, apply for rezoning again to accommodate a future development. The board will vote on the matter at its Jan. 5 meeting.
completion timeline is available for those projects. “One of the big things for this facility is wanting to bring it back to the community center point it was when it was the Y,” Nixon said. “Come Jan. 4 it’s just going to bring the feel back. We’re really excited for community to see all the work
that’s been done. With the pool and community rooms it just brings a completely different feel than some other facilities in the area.” The wellness center also houses a health clinic for district employees. The care clinic, in addition to being a free amenity for district staff and an asset in keeping
quality staff members in the district, is also a cost-saving measure, through lower insurance rates for healthy employees. The projected savings over five years is $2.6 million, according to Superintendent Allan Markley. Senior citizens may enjoy the Raytown Schools Well-
ness Center for a monthly use fee of $25, or $45 for a family pass. Individual passes for those under 55 cost $30 per month and family passes are $50. There will be no contracts, start-up fees, or enhancement fees. Use fees are changed on a month-to-month basis with a 30-day cancellation notice.
It’s projected the wellness center will have 2,000 passes, both family and individual. A ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the opening of the facility is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Jan. 7 at the wellness center, located at 10301 E. 350 Highway.
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The site development plan for Baby Cakes Gallery was approved by the Raytown Board of Aldermen during its Dec 15 meeting. The bakery, located near 59th Street and Blue Ridge
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Public works identifies priority stormwater projects By Kris Collins In an effort to arm the stormwater/parks sales tax committee with the most information possible in deciding the fate of the city’s 1/8cent sales tax revenue, the Raytown Public Works Department prioritized the city’s top 23 stormwater projects. Jason Hanson, of the city’s public works department, presented the list to the committee during its second meeting Dec. 8. The 23 top-priority projects cost $10.9 million. Additionally, Hanson brought the committee’s attention to approximately 127 additional stormwater projects identified by residents and the most recent stormwater master plan overhaul completed in 1996. In total, Hanson said the city had completed seven of the projects identified in the 1996 master plan and other projects as they became emergency repairs. Hanson said many stormwater grants dried up in the
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2000s, putting a halt to many of the city’s steady stormwater efforts in the 90s. “At the moment we’re only fixing stormwater on an emergency basis,” Hanson said. Alderman Eric Teeman, who sat in on the committee meeting, likened the practice to Whac-A-Mole. With such a project list Hanson said it would be unlikely to address projects residents have brought to the city’s attention. “We have a list of 150 projects and we’re lucky to do one a year,” he said. The public works department compiled the list of 23 projects using a point system in which projects gained priority based on the number of homes that were flooded, amount of property damage, street flooding, and other factors. The first and most expensive project on the list is a detention basin on Missouri 350 from Maple to Overton avenues, a $1.7 million cost. The committee did not discuss any projects in depth
or speak of any project timelines. The presentation was strictly informational for the seven-member committee. The information did, however, put in perspective the value of the tax revenue for each cause, parks or stormwater projects. “One-eighth of one percent only creates $280,000, give or take,” said committee chairman Ralph Monaco. “If we said 100 percent of the money now goes from parks to (stormwater), I have put a Band-Aid — for all intents and purposes — on a problem. That’s a little better than no Band-Aid, but it’s a BandAid. If I take $280,000 away from parks and recreation, I’ve put a real gash where there was no gash at all.” The stormwater/parks sales tax committee meets next at 6:15 p.m. Dec. 22 in Raytown City Hall to receive public comments on a potential split in 1/8-cent sales tax revenue between the parks and recreation department and stormwater projects.
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Friday, December 18, 2015 Roof continued from page 1 cerated acquire new skills, such as doing construction work. Connections to Success has partnered with Jackson County on Constructing Futures from the start, dating back to the first house completed in 2009. “Constructing Futures was a perfect fit for us,” said Brandi Jahnke, Connections to Success regional director in Kansas City. “The program helps a family end its cycle of poverty—get a fresh start. It helps our clients get some basic skills rehabbing the houses—skills that can help them get a fresh start.” Doug Nicholson, one of the Connections to Success clients working on the Rollins’ new house, said Constructing Futures is a jobtraining opportunity that comes with an added bonus: helping a family who has suffered homelessness. “It makes me feel pretty good to see somebody who’s
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teresting things I have been a part of and I learn more each time I am there. There is music and Dr. Anthony Moore, an Assistant Superintendent of the Raytown School District, will be our keynote speaker. In addition to Dr. Moore, we will hear from our youth through the annual MLK Today Essay Contest! Through our partnership with Graceway and the Raytown School District, we received 1,759 essays from youth in grades 3 – 12! We will recognize the top 100 finalists at the celebration on January 17 and cash prizes will be awarded to 9 winning essays! Finally, Dr. King will deliver a message himself at the MLK Celebration! Yes, I said we will hear Martin speaking to us in his own words. I have heard his message many times over the years, but I think hearing it in his own words will be a powerful and strong message that we all should be able to hear and learn from. He was a visionary and a leader, and had some powerful things to say. In our world today, there is too much talking that does not seem to have much meaning and few seem to hear the message, but Martin had a way of saying what needed to be said and many heard that message. It seems to me, that his overall goal was peace, equality and hope for all, in a world that sorely needed to hear that message, then and even more now. My prayer for this season and in the New Year, is that all people will be blessed, and find hope in a way that would make Martin proud and smile. I think that would be a really great day. Sue Klotz Secretary of RCIFA Member of Blue Ridge Blvd UMC
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It seems only a few moments ago that we were looking forward to fall, and the changing colors of leaves, and now we are anticipating Christmas in a very few days. The weather has fooled many of us with the warmer temperatures and rain, and no snow. But those in the Christian community are really about to celebrate the biggest holiday of the year, and then we all will be starting a brand new year with all the celebrating that brings with it! As I look back on the past year, there have been many moments that I will remember for a very long time. Some are happy, some less so, but still memorable. I am not a New Year’s resolution person, but I do hope to do better on somethings, not to do other things at all, but the memories are still there, and I hope to learn something from each and every one of those memories. As a member of the Raytown Community Interfaith Alliance, I have found many new things to be a part of, and am learning more about this community. Lots of friendly faces, people sharing smiles, saying hello as I go about things each day. It helps the day be brighter and brings a smile to my face. For all of that I am grateful. It also has brought me into the life here in Raytown, and all that happens here. This is a very active and busy city. I have been a member of the Alliance for many years, and I want to share one of the things that has touched my heart each time I am a part of it. On Sunday, Jan. 17, the Raytown Community Interfaith Alliance will celebrate the life of Martin Luther King in a special service to be held Graceway Church, 5460 Blue Ridge Blvd. at 3 p.m. This has been one of the more in-
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Jason Offutt Author’s note: Warning. Mass nerdiness approaching. If you don’t know anything about “Star Wars,” see you next week. I saw “Star Wars” in the theater. All six movies. Although I regret George Lucas’ blatant money grab with the prequels (universally hated character Jar Jar Binks exists simply to sell toys), the earliest three movies helped shape my childhood more than I should probably admit. “Star Wars” showed me a simple farm boy (which I was) can be important. “The Empire Strikes Back” helped me realize nothing is ever as it seems. “Return of the Jedi” made me think Ewoks probably taste delicious. No, that’s not it. “Jedi” told me the good guys win in the end. Boy, did that trilogy set me up for disappointment later in life. Here’s why: 1. Although a simple farm boy is the hero of the first trilogy, he’s not a nice guy. Luke Skywalker is, quite simply, a soulless killer. According to the “Luke Kill Count” at Polygon.com, during Episodes IV, V, and IV, Luke killed 369,740 people. Admittedly 342,953 were in the Death Star when he destroyed it to rid the galaxy of tyranny, but minus that he’s still personally responsible for enough deaths to depopulate a medium-sized city. Given the same three movies, ultra-bad guy Darth Vader killed, oh, let’s see, 11 people. Eleven. So, who is the real villain of “Star Wars?” Luke Skywalker? What do you say, Magic 8 Ball? “Signs point to yes.” You might be right. 2. Although Obi Wan Kenobi plays the part of the compassionate, all-knowing
mentor to Luke, he’s really just an opportunistic jerk. Early in the first film when Luke asks about his father, Kenobi quickly takes the stance of Blame Vader: “He betrayed and murdered your father.” Huh? Wait. Kenobi also said he was Vader’s teacher, and Luke’s father’s friend. But Vader is Luke’s father, so maybe Kenobi isn’t actually the affable old fart he pretends to be. Kenobi is a treacherous liar who’s poisoning the mind of a young, naive farm boy simply to make him do Kenobi’s will. 3. The only characters that care about anyone are Han and Chewbacca. Yes, the honest good guys in the entire original trilogy are a pirate and his pet Bigfoot. This includes the fact that Han Solo kills a bounty hunter and shrugs it off like he’s late for a bridge game. The other heroes are much worse. In “Star Wars,” Luke arrives at his home to find Stormtroopers have not only been there before him, but they murdered his uncle and aunt – the only family he’s ever known – and set them on fire on what was essentially their front porch. And he doesn’t care. It gets worse. When Grand Moff Tarkin ordered the destruction of the planet Alderaan, Princess Leia watched her home planet explode like a cheap firework and had all the reaction of a character from a “Twilight” movie (my wife forced them on me. I take no responsibility). She didn’t seem to care 2 billion people – including what she thinks is her family – just died. Hopefully the upcoming “The Force Awakens” sooths the pain. My head hurts. Jason Offutt’s latest book, “Across a Corn-Swept Land: An epic beer run through the Upper Midwest,” is available at amazon.com. A native of Missouri, Jason currently teaches journalism at Northwest Missouri State University and has earned many humor writer awards throughout his career. His racy first novel, “A Funeral Story,” is available at amazon.com. Jason’s parody survival guide, “How to Kill Monsters Using Common Household Items,” is also available at amazon.com.
Red Skelton, Part II: The patriot and performer
By George Michaud Last week I introduced to many of you the fabulous and talented Red Skelton, born Richard Bernard Skelton July 13, 1913 in Vincennes, Indiana. Many who read this column are of the age where you remember him well and won’t ever forget his television show that ran successfully on CBS for 20 years. There are even a great number of readers who remember Red Skelton’s Radio Show going back as far as when Rudy Vallee had his popular radio show, on which he who introduced Red Skelton on radio for the first time. (I have a very interesting and funny story to tell one of these weeks about Rudy Vallee inviting me to his home for dinner in the Hollywood Hills. More later on Rudy Vallee.) With the age of the Internet, cell phones, digital this and digital that, many of us forget that huge stars still around today began their careers in radio. Radio was the powerhouse for communication, news and entertainment.
Red Skelton was destined to be a star of television. When TV came out it was with great trepidation that sponsors would put up money for ads because they had no idea what the future of television would be. The invention of the television is an entirely different story and I could write about it for weeks. Many countries took part in the development and growth of television, and before the public knew what was happening TV became the media wave of the future, the biggest thing since the invention of the wheel. Radio and TV opened doors for so many entertainers of all types around the globe. All this changed so very fast with the speed of communication. Red Skelton was a tremendous artist, paintings mostly clowns. He first introduced his works that he kept private for years in the 1940s, as I mentioned in last week’s column. His wife at that time was Georgia, a student of art at the same school Red went to, and she talked him into showing his art during a convention at the Sands Hotel and Casino where he was performing (on loan from Stan Irwin and The Sahara Hotel and Casino). The showing was a tremendous success especially to buyers of great works of art. Georgia also was instrumental in starting a mailorder business in Red Skelton’s name. He sold some originals, lithographs, prints and reproductions, and before they knew it the business had grossed him more money
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Incidents from 12/9/15 to 12/15/15 12/09/2015 10:38:38 28.139.g - CITY, STEALING FM MOTOR VEHICLE 6900 block LAKESHORE DR 12/09/2015 11:34:48 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 6100 block BLUE RIDGE BLVD
28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 8400 block E 83 ST 12/09/2015 14:20:19 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 9000 block E 350 HWY 12/09/2015 14:26:36 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 9800 block E 61 ST
12/09/2015 12:23:40 28.296 - CITY, ABANDONING MOTOR VEHICLE 9100 block E 72 TER
12/09/2015 14:53:15 Suicide Att - Suicide Attempt 5200 block ELM PL
12/09/2015 12:35:20 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 9000 block E 350 HWY 12/09/2015 12:36:06 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 8100 block KENTUCKY AVE 12/09/2015 14:16:11
12/10/2015 06:25:02 569.080E - TAMPERING 1ST/ TRUCK/BUS/STOLEN LOCAL& NOT 8500 block E 81st Tr
12/09/2015 17:42:00 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 9100 block E 68 TER
12/10/2015 00:32:08 28.330.b - CITY, POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA E 86 TER 12/10/2015 00:59:25 565.020 - MURDER 1ST DEGREE (F) 9600 block E 68 TER
12/09/2015 19:00:27 569.170F - BURGLARY 2ND/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/RESID. UNK. TIME (F) 8200 block E 86 TER
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Johnson County man gets 17-plus years for child pornography A Johnson County man was sentenced this past week to 210 months in federal prison for distributing child pornography, U.S. Attorney Barry Grissom said. Jacob N. Hilton, 29, Gardner, Kansas, pleaded guilty to one count of distributing child pornography. In his plea, he admitted he traded child pornography over the Internet with a man in Australia who was
arrested by the Queensland Police during a child pornography investigation. The man’s records showed he had been in contact with Hilton and the Australian police passed the information on to investigators in Kansas. Investigators obtained a warrant and found evidence in Hilton’s Gmail account that he sent child pornography to the Australian man.
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imately 12:25 p.m., Nixon said, and business resumed at the high school as usual. No threats were made on other school buildings in the district, she said. When police arrived on scene, students and staff were notified of the threat and the school sent out alerts to parents, first to inform them on the situation and again to let them know the building was cleared by police. Nixon said a threat was made at the school this past week. She said police didn’t think the threat was credible but still arrived on scene to investigate. A second call to the Raytown Police Department yielded no further information. It is unclear if the threat Dec. 15 had any relation to others made around the country the same day.
Danielle Nixon, Raytown C-II School District assistant director of communications and community relations, said she didn’t know the exact wording of the threat. The Raytown Police Department on-duty public information officer had no information to offer, suggesting The Eagle contact the school district for information on the investigation. “All that we knew at the time was that if was a bomb threat,” Nixon said. “We are working with them (police) as they are investigating. At the time we were focused on getting the school cleared. I don’t have any additional information on that.” Police swept the building and it was cleared at approx-
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12/10/2015 08:14:09 569.080I - TAMPERING 1ST/ OTHER MOT VEH/STOLEN & NOT 6600 block RAYTOWN RD
12/10/2015 18:45:54 569.080B - TAMPERING 1ST/ AUTO/ STOLEN & RECOVERED LOCALLY 9700 block E 350 HWY
12/10/2015 11:15:05 28.139.h - CITY, STEALING OF VEHICLE PARTS/ACC 6200 block KENTUCKY AVE
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12/11/2015 09:48:11 565.074 - Domestic Assault 3rd degree 11500 block E 58 ST
12/11/2015 10:26:07 28.139.g - CITY, STEALING FM MOTOR VEHICLE 9400 block E 350 HWY 12/11/2015 11:22:37 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 9400 block E 350 HWY 12/11/2015 13:27:47 570.130 - FRAUDULENT USE OF A CREDIT DEVICE/ UNDER $500 (M) 8500 block ELM ST 12/11/2015 13:43:09 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 10000 block E 71 TER
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Kansas City man convicted of bank robbery
A Kansas City man was found guilty during a bench trial for robbing a Commerce Bank in Kansas City of $3,000 in July 2014. According to Tammy Dickinson, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, David E. Clark, 36, was found guilty of bank robbery following a trial Dec. 8 before U.S. District Judge Gary A. Fenner. Clark was indicted by a federal grand jury for stealing $3,037 from Commerce Bank, located at 118 W. 47th Street, on July 28, 2014. Clark was wearing an or-
ange construction-type vest when he entered the bank, walked directly towards a teller station and grabbed a note from his pocket. The teller refused to look at the note and asked Clark if he needed help. Clark told the teller to pull out his drawers. When the teller told him the teller drawers were locked, Clark instructed him to get the keys. The teller returned to his teller station, and Clark told him to “give me 100s, 50s and 20s.” The teller grabbed the requested denominations from his teller drawer and gave the money
to Clark, who walked swiftly out of the bank’s front door and then ran up Wyandotte Street. Another bank employee saw Clark go around the corner and then exit a parking garage in a white truck with a concrete company’s sign on the side. Less than half an hour later, police officers located Clark and arrested him. According to court documents, the owner of the truck told law enforcement investigators afterward that he had driven the vehicle to a meeting earlier that day and offered a ride to Clark,
who had done work as an independent contractor for his company. After his meeting he was supposed to take Clark to another location, but when he returned to the parking lot after his meeting, both Clark and his truck were gone. Under federal statutes, Clark is subject to a sentence of up to 20 years in federal prison without parole, plus a fine up to $250,000. A sentencing hearing will be scheduled after the completion of a presentence investigation by the United States Probation Office.
Tyrone E. Willard
Sheldon A. Wrightsman
Cleveland Williams
Joshua A. Hanley
Three Kansas City men in their 20s and a teenager have been charged with multiple felonies stemming from a series of armed robberies around the city on Dec. 7 and into the early morning hours of the next day. According to court records, Tyrone E. Willard, 19, Sheldon A. Wrightsman, 21, Cleveland Williams, 21, and 26-year-old Joshua A. Hanley are charged with eight felonies for the alleged crimes. Court documents state
the four allegedly committed five robberies in which the men held victims at gunpoint and demanded their property. Police documents state the men allegedly stole cash, I.D.s, a car, multiple cell phones, a lap top computer and other items during the two-and-a-half hour robbery spree. Some of the victims suffered injuries from reportedly being struck with handguns and punched by the suspects. Police were able to lo-
cate the victims through an iPhone application that locates lost phones, court documents state. When police arrived at a home near 61st Street and College Avenue they saw the 1998 Toyota Camry that was reported stolen by one of the victims and a vehicle matching the suspect vehicle description given by victims. Police documents state Williams attempted to flee in the vehicle with the other three suspects in the car. The pursuit ended
at 55th Street and Norton Avenue after the vehicle struck a curb and became disabled. The four suspects reportedly fled on foot and were taken into custody shortly after. During interviews with police, Williams and Wrightsman gave officers different stories on how the robberies occurred, according to police documents. Hanley and Willard denied any knowledge of the robberies. The four suspects are being held on $150,000 bonds.
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a clown and not a comic because he said, “A clown does everything; he sings, he dances and makes people laugh. To be a successful clown was the peak of my profession and I felt at home with that.” Groucho Marx said that “Red Skelton is the most unappreciated clown in showbusiness and is, without a doubt, successor to Charlie Chaplin.” Marcel Marceau and Red were very close friends for years and Marceau appeared on “The Red Skelton Show” on CBS three times, once as the host filling in for Red. After Skelton’s passing, Marceau said, “Red, you are eternal for me and the mil-
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ton Festival in his hometown to pay tribute to Skelton and clowns in general. They follow that up with familyoriented entertainment and many music presentations, groups, et cetera. Red’s foundation also purchased the theater where Red performed as a child and is restoring it. It is called The Pantheon Theatre. In 1987 Skelton received a Lifetime Achievement Award from The Screen Actors Guild and in 1988 he was inducted into The Academy of Arts and Sciences Television Hall of Fame. If we had more room I could go on for pages and pages about the life and times
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“Good Night, God Bless,” as Red would say in his so humble way that only he could do. 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.
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Obituaries William Paul Allison William Paul Allison, 55, Raytown, Mo., passed away Nov. 25, 2015. Memorial was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, at Sterling Full Gospel, 3007 Sterling Ave., Independence, MO 64052. William was born Dec. 17, 1960. Survivors include mother, Ola Ruth Allison, daughter Kristin Allison, two grandsons, sister, June Tye, and brother, Arthur R. Allison. Mijaarda James Brown Mijaarda James Brown, 41, was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on August 22, 1974. He passed away on December 4, 2015, at 12:05 p.m. at North Kansas City Hospital. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard E. Scott, sister, Jessica J. Scott, and his grandparents, Martha J. Brown and Harry A. Brown, all of Kansas City, Mo. He leaves behind his mother, Edith Scott of Kansas City; a brother, Vincent Brown, of Kansas City; three sons, Marquan Crowder of Kansas City, Darshawn Crowder of Kansas City, and Riley Robb of Raytown, Mo.; one daughter, December Reiley of Independence; two nephews, McCain Brown of Independence, and Austin Brown of Grain Valley; and one niece, Katie Brown of Independence. Services were held on Friday, Dec. 11, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Lighthouse of Independence Church, 14411 E. 33rd St. South, Independence, MO 64055. William J. Burns William J. Burns, 81, Raytown, Mo., died Dec 10, 2015. Visitation 10 a.m., service 11 a.m. Sat., Dec. 19. at Palestine MBC. Private disposition. Arr.: Duane E. Harvey Funeral Directors. Bruce Chandler Bruce Chandler, 60, died dec. 10, 2015. He was a lifelong Raytown resident. He leaves behind 5 brothers and sisters. Graveside was 10am Mar 12, 2016 El Dorado Springs City Cemetery. Arr. Heartland 816-313-1677. Esther Ruth (Schoellkopf) Foster Esther Ruth (Schoellkopf) Foster of Prairie Village died peacefully on December 13, 2015 at Garden Terrace. Visitation will be Saturday, Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. Memorial service will follow at 3 p.m., New Apostolic Church, 8243 Spring Valley Road, Raytown, Mo. Esther was born Nov. 13, 1944 to Otto and Bertha Schoellkopf in Kansas City. She grew up in Westwood and graduated from Shawnee Mission North H.S. Esther married Dale Merrick Foster on January 15, 1965 and added a son to their family in December of the same year. They settled in Irvine, Ca. until they returned to the area in 1989. She worked at Fireman’s Fund Insurance until her retirement and was a member of the New Apostolic Church in Raytown, Mo. Esther was a woman of many talents, a very good cook and excellent hostess, fashionable and full of life. She was a marvelous shopper and always on the lookout for a good bargain. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dale; brother, Otto; and beloved nephew, Kevin. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, William and Kim Foster, and grandsons, Merrick and John of Overland Park; her sisters and brother-in- law, Doris Beary of Prairie Village; Rodney and Margaret LaMothe of Leawood; Jane Kepner of Mission Viejo, Ca.; her brothers and sister-in-law, James and Donna Schoellkopf of Kansas City; and Robert Schoellkopf of Santa Ana, Ca.; numerous nieces and nephews; and her partner of 18 years, Ed Myers, of Prairie Village. The family is very thankful for the kind and considerate care by the staffs of Benton House – Prairie
Village and Garden Terrace. In lieu flowers, contributions are suggested to the charity of your choice . Cremation Society of Kansas & Missouri, www.kccremation.com. GloDeen “Glo” Grider GloDeen “Glo” Grider, 87, of Gladstone, Mo passed away December 14, 2015. Funeral services were 7:00 pm Thursday December 17th at Terrace Park Funeral Home (169 Hwy & Shoal Creek Parkway), visitation preceded services 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions are suggested to Johnson County Young Matrons Charitable Gift Fund, Attn: Martha Wofford, 7606 Oakview Ln, Lenexa, Ks. 66216. Glo and her husband Jim were former owners of the Jim G’s Drive Inns in both Gladstone and Raytown. Her greatest joy were her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Glo enjoyed gardening, crossword puzzles, walking, reading and her friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Jim Grider, 2 sons, Greg and Kim Grider. Survivors include her daughter and son in law, Cheryl and Gary Bunton, 2 daughters in law, Vera and Janet Grider, 7 grandchildren, Ryan (Ann) Bunton, Grant (Erica) Bunton, James Grider, Sara (Josh) Luke, Travis Grider, Emily (Hassan) Rbahi, Dillon Grider, 4 great grandchildren, Garrett Dobbelaere, Lila Dobbelaere, Sally Bunton, Shama Rbahi, and 2 great grandchildren on the way. Online condolences may be sent to TerraceParkFuneral.com Terrace Park Funeral Home & Cemetery. www.TerraceParkFuneral. com (816) 734-5500. Jeanne M. Magee Jeanne M. Magee, 75, of Raytown, Mo., passed away December 10, 2015. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 18, at St. John Francis Regis Church, 8941 James A. Reed Road, Kansas City, MO 64138 followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Inurnment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the church. Jeanne was born July 6, 1940, in Estelline, SD, to Ronald and Gladys Force. She worked as a registered nurse for Research Hospital for over 30 years. She was a member of St. John Francis Regis Church for 43 years. Jeanne enjoyed watching movies, following the Royals, Chiefs, and Missouri Tigers as well as traveled to all 50 states. Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob; brother, Jack Force. Survivors include her four sons, Thomas Magee and wife Kim, Michael Magee and wife Monica, James Magee, Steven Magee and wife Traci; her four granddaughters, Claire, Paige, Abby, Morgan and her brothers, Phillip Force and wife Marianne, James Force and Marian; nieces and nephews. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.muehlebachchapel. com Muehlebach Funeral Care. Established and Family Owned Since 1954. Marvin Edward Maddox Marvin Edward Maddox, 92, of Raytown, Mo., passed away on December 14, 2015. Funeral was at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, at Floral Hills Funeral Home. Visitation was 6-8 p.m. Tuesday. Burial at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Marvin was preceded in death by both parents, wife, Lelia Margaret Maddox, brother, Jack Maddox, sisters, Helen and Naomi, all of California. He is survived by wife, Norma G. Maddox of the home, brother, Irvin Maddox of Salisbury, Mo., sister, Ruby Kaye Duncan of Temecula, Calif., children, Gary Maddox (wife Stella), Carol Ann Maddox, and Marilyn Allison (husband Dallis Baker), step- children, Jan Zimmer-
man (husband David), and Richard Hempy (wife Gayle), as well as several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.floralhillsfuneralhome. com Arr.: Newcomer’s Floral Hills, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64133 (816) 353-1218. Newcomer’s Floral Hills Funeral Home & Cemetery, Dignity Memorial. Bryce Manser Bryce Manser, 97, Raytown, Mo., died Dec. 11, 2015. Visit. was 10 to 11 a.m., service 11 a.m. Mon., Dec. 14, Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel, Butler, Mo., (660) 6796555. Burial Oak Hill Butler. Lillian P. Miller Lillian P. Miller, 99, Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away December 8, 2015 at John Knox Village. Visitation was 10-11 a.m. followed by funeral service at 11 a.m. Monday, December 14, at Mt. Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Rd. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association , Heart of America Chapter, 3846 W. 75th St., Prairie Village, KS 66208. Mrs. Miller was born October 19, 1916 in Coffee, MO. She was a member of The Bookbinders Union. She was a long time member of the Raytown Lion’s Club. Mrs. Miller was also a member of the Pittman Road Church of God. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack L. Miller, Sr. in 1994. Mrs. Miller is survived by her sons Jack L. Miller, Jr. (Barbara) and David R. Miller; two granddaughters Cassie Rogers and Connie Boyle; three great-grandchildren, extended family and friends. Mt Moriah & Freeman Funeral Home & Cemetery. Dignity Memorial. Ralph E. Morast Jr. Ralph E. Morast Jr. 53, Raytown, MO passed away December 9, 2015. Visitation was held from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Sunday, December 13, 2015 at Park Lawn Funeral Home 8251 Hillcrest Road, KCMO. Graveside services were held at 2:00 pm, Monday, December 14, 2015 in Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to REAP or Kansas City Animal Shelter. Ralph was born, November 2, 1962 in KCMO to Ralph Sr. and Eva Jean (Johnson) Morast. He enjoyed fishing at Lake Pomme-de-Terre, NASCAR, and was an avid Royals fan. Ralph was preceded in death by his mother. Survivors include his daughters, Veronica and Allison Morast; sisters, Delicia Morast, Karen Morast, Nancy Thomas (Jeff), Dawn Morast; father, Ralph E. Morast Sr.; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends including special friend Cathy Engle. Arrangements: Park Lawn Funeral Home 816-5231234 Mary Grace Neely Mary Grace Neely, 97, passed away Dec. 10, 2015. Born July 15, 1918, in Bellefonte, Ark., to parents Ernest and Clara Lane Sharpensteen. She grew up in Greenforest, Ark., with her sister and best friend, Ruth. Grace graduated high school earning scholarships and became homecoming queen. Moved to Kansas City, MO, at 16 to pursue Cosmetology. At 21 she met and married Donald O. Neely on July 15, 1939, for 55 years. Owned Grace’s Beauty Shop in Raytown for over 14 years. She was an avid reader, loved crossword puzzles, played piano, organ, accordion, and playing bridge with friends. She will be dearly missed by loved ones and many friends. Preceded in death by husband, mother, father and sister. Survived by daughters, Gail (Neely) Chase and Cindy Neely-Langdon; five grandchildren, Beau, Morgan and Dillon Langdon, Kimberly
Chase Gillard, Richard Chase Jr., three great grandchildren, Jessica Gillard Summers, Andy Gillard, Kristina Chase, and great-great grandson, Joshua Gillard. Many thanks to Brookdale Hospice and to the Villa St. Frances staff. Condolences may be left at www.parklawnfunerals.com Burial was 1:30 p.m. Wed., Dec. 16, at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Arr.: Park Lawn Funeral Home, (816) 523-1234. Juanita Martin Schmitt Janita was born on August 25, 1928 and passed away on Monday, December 14, 2015. Juanita was a resident of Platte City, Missouri at the time of her passing. She was a graduate of the Raytown High School. She was married to Virgil. Following cremation a visitation will be held 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Tuesday December 22 2015 at the First Christian Church of Platte City; followed by an 11:00 a.m. memorial service at the church. A private family burial will take place at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Weston MO at a later time. The family suggests contributions be given to the First Christian Church of Platte City. Dorothy E. Senzee Dorothy E. Senzee, 99, Raytown, Mo., passed away Dec. 12, 2015. Visit. 10 a.m., service 11 a.m. Sat., Dec. 19, at Peace Lutheran Church, 8240 Blue Ridge Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64138. Burial Floral Hills Cemetery. John E. Smith John E. Smith, age 75, of South River, died December 9, 2015, at Raritan Bay Medical Center in Old Bridge, with family by his side. Born in Perth Amboy, he resided in South River for the past 54 years. He was a proud Navy veteran who served on the USS Essex and Roosevelt in
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the early 1960’s. Prior to retiring in 1995, he worked for the Ford Motor Company in Edison for 36 years. He was a 47 year member of the South River Fire Department, Summit Engine Company. Mr. Smith proudly moved through the ranks of the fire department, up to and including the role of Chief in 1988. He also served as Vice President of Summit Engine Company and was a member of the department’s Exempt Firemen’s Association, a life member of the NJ State Firemen’s association, NJ Ex Chief’s Association and a member of the East Brunswick Fire Department. He also served as Vice Commodore of the South River Boat Club and was a member of the Imperial Music Center and the South River Senior Citizens. Mr. Smith was a Communicant of St. Mary of Ostrabrama RC Church in South River. He loved traveling, especially cruises and spending summers down the Jersey Shore in Egg Harbor. He also enjoyed rooting for the NY Mets and Jets. He was predeceased by his parents, Roy and Bertha Ondar Smith. Surviving are his loving wife of 54 years, Elizabeth Bodnar Smith of South River, four devoted children, a daughter Mary Jane Harding and her husband, Joseph, of Long Valley, NJ, sons Matthew and his wife, Karen, of St. Augustine, FL, Mark and his wife, Lori, of Freehold and Michael of South River; nine adoring grandchildren: Kristin, Brittany, Matthew, Michael, Christopher, Hannah, Tiffany, Brandon and Cameron. He is also survived by two sisters, Bette Dawn Bacsoka of Parlin, NJ and Judith Anne Slusher of Raytown, MO, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Saturday at 8:15 AM in The Brunswick Memorial Home, 454 Cranbury Road,
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East Brunswick, followed by a 9:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary’s RC Church, South River. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, East Brunswick. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Church, 30 Jackson Street, South River, NJ 08882. Thomas Tholl Tomas was born on August 26, 1952 and passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2015. Thomas was a resident of Raytown, Missouri at the time of his passing. He graduated from Archbishop O’Hara High School in 1970 and received a basketball scholarship to Penn Valley Community College. He was married to Gloria. Visitation was 6:00 - 7:30 PM Friday December 11 2015 at Heartland Cremation Burial Society 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd Raytown Missouri. A mass was held 10:00 AM Saturday December 12 2015 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Raytown Missouri. John K. Williams John K. Williams, age 70, of Raytown , MO, passed away on December 10 , 2015 at his home. Memorial services were 5:00 P.M Tuesday December 15, 2015 at The Fellowship Right Baptist Church 4700 Pittman Rd Kansas City, MO. (formerly the Pittman Rd. Church of God). He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Barbara; daughter Janice and her husband Ken; son John; his brother David and his wife Janice; as well as two grandchildren, Courtney and Ben. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.floralhillsfuneralhome. com Arr.: Newcomer’s Floral Hills, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64133 (816) 353-1218. Newcomer’s Floral Hills Funeral Home & Cemetery, Dignity Memorial.
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“The Road to Bethlehem” A Christmas Musical Drama Dec 18 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm One Spirit United Methodist Church, 7900 Blue Ridge Blvd. One Spirit is proud to present a FREE musical drama, “The Road to Bethlehem” that will take you on an unforgettable journey. Join little Caleb, Mary and Joseph and others as they travel to Bethlehem. Listen in as Caleb questions the purpose of this
journey, meets the parents of Jesus, encounters some excited shepherds, and catches a glimpse of a Baby King. This musical incorporates sacred carols as well as new music, and humor along the journey to Bethlehem. Enjoy complimentary cookies, hot chocolate and coffee. The Night Bear-Fore Christmas Dec. 19, 26, 11 am and 2 pm shows
Puppetry Arts Institute, 11025 E. Winner Rd., Independence Story about a little bear’s adventures. Performed by puppeteer Kraig Kensinger
Raytown Community Symphonic Band Christmas Concert Dec. 20, 3 p.m. St. Matthews Episcopal Church, 349 E 65th St. Raytown’s Commu-
nity Symphonic Band will be performing its annual Christmas Concert with repertoire of winter and holiday music.
Bingham-Waggoner Christmas Tours Ends Dec. 31 (closed December 23rd, 24th & 25th) Mon – Sat: 10 am – 4 pm, Sun: 1 pm – 4 pm Bingham-Waggoner Estate, 313 W Pacific Ave., Inde-
pendence The Bingham-Waggoner Estate near the historic downtown of Independence provides insights into the lifestyles of the 19th century wealthy residents. Call 816461-3491 for ticket information. Victorian Winter Wedding Ends Dec. 30 (closed December 23-25) Mon-Fri: 10 am - 4 pm, Sun: 1 pm - 4 pm
The Vaile Mansion, 1500 N Liberty St., Independence With a profusion of ribbons, lace, cherubs, angels, and garland – each room is ready for Victorian Christmas Wedding with collection of wedding dresses displayed. Call (816) 325-7430 to purchase tickets.
Raytown Community Calendar EVENTS Breakfast with Santa Dec. 19 @ 9 am – 11 am One Spirit United Methodist Church, 7900 Blue Ridge Blvd. One Spirit United Methodist Church is hosting a special FREE kid-friendly breakfast, a special time to visit with Santa Claus, fun-loving holiday story-telling, and a special gift from Santa. Registration is encouraged. Christmas Country Store Dec. 19-20, 1 pm – 5pm Rice-Tremonti Home, 8801 East 66th Street The 1844 farmhouse will be decked out for the season with old-fashioned Christmas trees and garlands decking the halls. The aroma of cinnamon infused cider will fill the air. Drop by and soak in the atmosphere. The Christmas Country Store will be a must-stop for those shopping for unique gift items, Christmas delicacies and homemade candies and baked goods.
Southeast Enterprises Holiday Light Recycling Drive Nov. 14 – Jan. 16, 2016 Sponsor the Holiday Lights Recycling Drive or drop off your lights at any of participating locations. Recycling lights helps pay wages of developmental disabilities and diverts solid waste from local landfills. The drive runs from November 14, 2015 through January 16th, 2016. Check out where to find your local drop site visit www. kcrecyclelights.com. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Jan. 7 - 4:30 pm Raytown Quality Schools Wellness Center, 10301 E. 350 Highway Raytown Chamber, elected officials and community will celebrate the grand opening with a ribbon cutting. 2016 MLK Multicultural Celebration in Raytown Jan. 17, 3 pm Graceway, 5460 Blue Ridge Cut-off This MLK celebration is not
one to miss. Sponsored by Barker Memorial Cathedral of Praise Community Outreach, Graceway, the Raytown Chamber of Commerce, the Raytown Community Interfaith Alliance and the City of Raytown’s Human Relations Commission.
Monthly:Second Monday at 6:30 pm (Sept.–June)
ORGANIZATION MEETINGS Candlelight Quilters of Raytown Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00-9:00 pm Show-Me Quilting, 6221 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Raytown Plaza Open to all quilters. Call 816353-9366 for more information
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.
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
Raytown Amateur Radio Club http://k0gq.com Monthly: Fourth Thursday at 7:30 pm Community of Christ, 6231 Manning Avenue
Raytown Arts Council http://raytownarts.org Raytown Community Symphonic Band rehearsals: All musicians welcome! Weekly: Thursday from 6:45 pm-8:15 pm St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 9349 E 65th St. Contact: RaytownCmmunityBand@gmail.com
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 Chamber of Commerce
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.
world or locally. Mix with an array of meats, crackers and mustards which pair nicely with something more acidic, like dried fruit, pickles or olives. Smoked over real hardwoods, Johnsonville summer sausages are a delicious choice to help anchor the platter. Display on a tray with character ¬¬– even an old mirror – to make even the most basic meat and cheese display festive and amp up your serving platter with natural materials, such as herbs or festive holly. Capture the moment — Invest in an old-school instant film camera to create your own throwback photo booth. The quickly developed photos will make for great parting gifts. You can make cute signs that include holiday slogans with a little cardboard paper, glitter and sticks that your guests can use as easy DIY props, and a simple holiday wall banner or sparkly wall tinsel will cre-
ate the perfect backdrop. You can also purchase disposable cameras to leave around the party to capture all of the fun moments you may have missed playing host. It’s a fun surprise to develop them after the party. Leave the cold at the door — Make your guests feel at home by lighting a fire and positioning some holiday scented candles throughout your space. Just be sure to keep the candles away from the food so as to not sour the taste or smell of your hors d’oeuvres. Create a playlist that sets the mood you want your party to embody; from festive Christmas carols to classic jazz to this year’s top 50 countdown, your music will set the pace and make your guests feel welcome. Expect the unexpected — The key to a happy host is a stress-free host. Be sure to leave yourself with plenty of prep time, have your house cleaned and the bar
Everyone welcome! (816) 353-5446 RAYTOWN TOPS - Chapter #0255 Weekly: Tuesdays at 9:00 am-10:45 am Loma Vista Baptist Church, 8622 Blue Ridge Blvd. All are welcome to TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly. For more information, call Betty at 816-356-6788 or Faye at 816-358-4350 Raytown Women of Today Monthly: Third Monday at 7:00 pm http://raytownwot.wix.com/ raytownwomenoftoday Club Room at Raytown HyVee, 9400 E. 350 Hwy.
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Host a holiday cocktail party to remember With the holiday hosting season knocking at the door, break from the mold of the traditional gathering with a more modern way to entertain. Throwing a cocktail party, complete with variations of classic holiday recipes, and taking advantage of the relaxed, come-and-go atmosphere is an easy way to make countless holiday memories without spending days in the kitchen to prepare. Jessica Sturdy, lifestyle expert and the blogger behind Bows & Sequins, shares these tips for making your seasonal soiree one to remember: Signature sips — Creating a custom cocktail is an easy way to add something festive and personalized to toast your guests, which can include traditional holiday flavors like cranberry, peppermint, cinnamon, fig or champagne. Prepare a few pitchers beforehand so guests can pour themselves,
Peppermint Crunch Fudge leaving you time to enjoy your company. If time permits, type up a drink recipe card and place the print out in a fun frame to include at the bar.
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The excruciating wait is over. “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” is finally upon us. The flick had its world premiere earlier this week in Hollywood, and the initial response, for the most part, has been simply glowing. Unlike those lucky nerfherders in Hollywood, I wasn’t able to see the film until after press time, therefore there won’t be a review until next week. But rest assured cinephiles, you’ll have my thoughts on the film by Christmas. With the hype for “The Force Awakens” growing every minute of every day and clouding my mind, I thought it would be a bit unfair to see a new movie this week. Instead, I created my own “Best of 2015” list. This is a list of flicks that made me forget about life for a while and enjoy myself. After all, isn’t that why we go the movies in the first place? So here’s my “Best of 2015”
‘Inside Out’ Pixar is one of the few studios with a nearly perfect track record. Blockbusters like “Toy Story,” The Incredibles,” “Finding Nemo” and “Up” have all been hailed as masterpieces, and I believe “Inside Out” is worthy of sharing those same accolades. The story centers around a young girl named Riley, who is uprooted from her life in the Midwest and moved
Please all palates — Keep all appetites happy with a charcuterie board by gathering an assortment of your favorite cheeses – perhaps cheeses from around the
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to San Francisco. The tale of her adjustment to a new life plays out inside her head from the points of view of her emotions — Joy, voiced by Amy Poehler, Bill Hader’s Fear, Lewis Black’s Anger, Mindy Kaling’s Disgust and Phyllis Smith’s Sadness. “Inside Out” might be the best movie I saw all year. In the first five minutes it grabs you with familiar themes and circumstances and it never lets go. It didn’t pack the same emotional punch as “Up” did for me, but I cried like a baby nonetheless. ‘Creed’ Any “Best Of” list you see that doesn’t include this film isn’t worth reading. “Creed” was most definitely not the best film to be released this year, but it was probably my favorite. It’s is a “Rocky” movie that isn’t really a “Rocky” movie. It centers on Michael B. Jordan’s Adonis Johnson, the illegitimate son of the former heavyweight champion Apollo Creed, former oppo-
nent and mentor of Rocky Balboa. The elder Creed died in the ring at the hands of “the Russian” in “Rocky IV.” Adonis was raised by Creed’s widow (Phylicia Rashad), and never knew his famous father. After sev-
eral amateur fights, Johnson wants to turn pro and seeks out Rocky in Philadelphia. A reluctant Rocky agrees, taking on the role of mentor and trainer much the way Burgess Meredith’s “Mickey”
did in the original films. With Rocky’s help, Adonis soon gets a title shot, and finds out there are things worth fighting for both in and out of the ring. As I said, I loved, loved, loved this movie. It gives you everything you want, need and crave from a “Rocky” movie while completely surprising you at the same time. “Creed” isn’t only a worthy entry into the “Rocky” series, it is also a film that can stand on its own merit. It has tons of heart and is most assuredly a “crowd pleaser.” ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ Beautiful destruction. Those are the two words that best describe “Mad Max: Fury Road.” After more than 30 years in development, writer/director George Miller finally brought his post-apocalyptic hero “Mad” Max Rockatansky back to the big screen, this time played by Tom Hardy. The plot unfolds over a lengthy car chase along the Fury Road with Max helping
cart stocked with plenty of clean glasses the day before your event. Purchase backup food items that can easily be passed around during the party without the extra prep time, such as nuts, popcorn, pretzels and peppermint bark, and don’t forget that you can never have too much ice. For holiday food and drink recipes to make your party festive and fun, visit Johnsonville.com.
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Charlize Theron’s Imperator Furiosa and a group of “wives” she helped escape from the vile leader of the War Boys, Immortan Joe. That’s it in a nutshell, and that’s simplicity what really
makes the film stand out. The visuals are stunning, the stunt work is breathtaking, and the dialogue minimal. This is an old school action movie that manages to convey a good message and
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15. A small sharp knife looks 16. Frogs, toads, tree toads 64. Order 17. Brew 65. Draft animal in desert regions 18. Rowdy carouser 66. Unaccented syllable verse www.raytowneagle.com | Friday, December 18, 2015 20. Poetries 67. Fail to keep pace 22. __ salts, remedy 68. Sheath or shirtwaist 23. Expect eagerly 69. Moss stalks 24. Obstructing the view of 70. __ Lilly, drug company something Alexander, wide receiver; bert, Peyton Hampton, Sah- linebacker; Camonte HenBradley Rogers, kicker; and Tyree derson, defensive line; 28. Denotes threeand ron Cunningham, CLUES DOWN Sahron Cunningham, defen- Sorrells. Bradley Rogers, kicker; Will 29. Expression of uncertainty 1. Exclamation of praise sive back. Honorable Mention All- Samuels, offensive line; and Conference Conference 2. was200 awarded 30.Suburban Greek portico islandTravion PacificWhite, nationdefensive (alt. Blue Division All-Confer- to: Malik Alexander, wide line. 31. sp.) Brown, enceBureau 2nd Team selections receiver; Marcus The Cardinals are were: Jabril Cox,battery Isaiah Col- linebacker; Lacy Eldridge, coached by Nick Adkins. 33. Electric 3. Repeated 37. Vapor density 4. Hungers list might just be the best gets quite a bit of hate, and good as any blockbuster 38. Radioactivity unit I admit it’s far5.from School of Business, UCB Marvel movie of the bunch, perfect, ever. • “Scout’s Guide to the even though “Captain but I liked “Chappie” a 39. Strive to equal or match 6. Bobby __, NHL champ America: The Winter Sol- whole lot. Some of the act- Zombie Apocalypse” — A 41. 7. Lease dier”Cologne was pretty awesome. ing and dialogue are bad, goofy, R-rated teen comPaul Rudd fits the character but if you get past that, edy that I enjoyed far more 42. Carrier’s invention 8. More parched of Scott Lang as well as he you’ll find a funny, sad and than I should have. An unexpected comedic delight. fits Highest the Ant-Man and or uplifting flick. 43. insuit, degree 9. Medieval merchant guild Michael Douglas is pitch • “Jurassic World” — • “Steve Jobs” — Dequality 10. Negative ions perfect as the original Ant- Sure there are plenty of spite the film being a Man,Female Hank Pym. The whole plot holes and laughable commercial failure, I still 44. horses 11. Top film plays like a heist mov- dialogue, but the year’s enjoyed the pacing, pre46. Serbian 12.wasOne Gershwins sentation and story. This ie, which is refreshing for biggest movie a lotof of the movie deserved a far better the Marvel brand. fun and extremely enter49. Publicity 13. Dekalitre
RSHS athletes garner post-season honors Thirteen Raytown South High School football players were recently honored with post-season recognition, one player being named an All-State player. Jabril Cox, senior quarterback, was a Fontana
award nominee for Outstanding Player in the Small Class, a part of the Simone Awards. Isaiah Colbert, was named to the Class 4, 3rd Team All State, on offensive line. First Team All-District
honors for Missouri Class 4 District 6 went to: Jabril Cox, quarterback; Isaiah Colbert, offensive line; and Peyton Hampton, linebacker. Second Team All-District honors went to: Tyree Sorrells, wide receiver; Malik
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his best to shut down the Impossible Mission Force (IMF) while its agents operate alone in an attempt to save the world. The plot doesn’t break any new ground, but the action sequences are absolutely ridiculous. Seriously, the Cruise goes from hanging on to a plane as it takes off, to a beautifully choreographed fight scene at the opera, to holding his breath underwater for six minutes, and all that only gets us through the second act. Too bad “Mad Max” came out earlier this year, otherwise this would be the biggest, best and most spectacular action movie of the year. ‘The Martian’ After going through all the 2015 releases, I had a hard time finding a better flick than “The Martian.” If you put a gun to my head right now and made me choose a “Best Picture” candidate, it would be director Ridley Scott and star Matt Damon’s opus. “The Martian,” is based on Andy Weir’s 2011 novel of the same name, and Damon stars as an astronaut Mark Watney, who is presumed dead and left on Mars during a NASA mission after a massive storm. Unbeknownst to his crew, mission control and the rest of the world, Watney is alive and well, although he is facing the reality of running out of both food and
water before NASA can mount a rescue mission, scheduled to take several years. This is most assuredly Scott’s best film in more than a decade, and Damon continues to show why he is still one of America’s favorite stars. It’s smart, fun, funny and can pull on your heart strings. “The Martian” also features a stellar cast of Jessica Chastain, Kristen Wiig, Jeff Daniels, Michael Peña, Kate Mara, Sean Bean, Sebastian Stan, Aksel Hennie, and Chiwetel Ejiofor. See it soon; you won’t be sorry. ‘Ex Machina’ This is one of those films that intrigued me, yet took a while for me to finally watch. I sure am glad I did. “Ex Machina” tells the story of a programmer, played by Domhnall Gleeson, who is invited by his employer and eccentric billionaire (Oscar Isaac) to administer the Turing test to an android with artificial intelligence, played by Alicia Vikander. I was shocked by how the story unfolded, and every time I thought I had it figured out, the film threw me for a loop. One of the few movies that left me feeling dumbfounded and satisfied at the same time. A worthy way to spend two hours. Honorable Mention • “Ant-Man” — The lone “superhero” entry in the
keep us entertained at the same time. ‘Mission Impossible: Rouge Nation’ and ‘Kingsmen: The Secret Service’ In a year filled with spy movies, these two were head and shoulders above the rest. “Kingsmen: The Secret Service” centers around a young, small-time London criminal who follows in his father’s footsteps to try and become a Kingsman, or a gentleman spy. Throw in an evil plot to destroy the world, tons of action and some great comedy, and you have a fun time at the movies. The movie’s adult language and horrific violence may be a little much for some, but it is impossible for the majority of us not to enjoy the solid performances by Colin Firth, Samuel L. Jackson, Mark Strong, Taron Egerton and Michael Caine, and the strong director in Matthew Vaughn. Seeing this flick might just be the most fun I’ve had all year. And speaking of fun, “Mission Impossible: Rouge Nation” was that and a whole lot more. Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg, Jeremy Renner and Ving Rames are all back, and, as always, the stakes are higher than ever. A government official, Alec Baldwin in full effect, does
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