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Liberty Eagle boys basketball See Page 2

MCSAP SAFETE project conducted

School board appreciation See Page 12

Captain Mark G. Inman, commanding officer of Troop G, releases the results of Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program’s SAFETE, an enforcement program focusing on violations of commercial motor vehicles. SAFETE was conducted on January 11, 2016, in Howell County. Totals from this operation include: 12 - commercial vehicle enforcement citations 12 - warnings Officers also conducted Volume 109 - Issue 52 eight commercial motor vehicle inspections and placed one vehicle out-of-service.

Approximately 63 percent of Missouri fatal crash victims who are required to be restrained are NOT at the time of the traffic crash. The Patrol Construction was completed for the Mtn. View Airport. urges motorists to protect recently on a new fuel system Mid-State Petroleum, Inc. themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint.

Join us in supporting the Drive To Zero Highway Deaths.

Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Mtn. View

Fuel available at airport (MSPE) came down to put the finishing touches on the system. Danny Brandt, Josh Rockenfield and Rodney Daniel were on hand as the first load of fuel was pumped into the tank.

The fuel, which was transported by Hollis Transport, Inc.

out of Poplar Bluff, is 100 Low Lead which will service many planes that fly into the airport.

The fuel system will be available 24/7 and can be accessed by smart card, credit or debit card. The system is set to be up and running the first part of the week.

ONSR

Prescribed Burns scheduled

Airport Fuel - The Mtn. View Airport now has a new fuel system up and ready for use. The fuel pump can be accessed 24/7 either by smart card, debit or credit card. (Photo: StanPreparations are underway dard/Wagner)

for Ozark National Scenic Riverways to accomplish several prescribed burns this spring. The burns will be carefully planned and monitored by the park’s Fire Management staff and will occur between late January and midApril. The scheduling of these prescribed burns is dependent on weather and vegetation meeting certain conditions.

During prescribed burns, park operations will continue as usual, although temporary closure of trails adjacent to the burn unit may be necessary for visitor safety. A portion of the Ozark Trail will be closed for a couple of days during the Mill/Buzzard prescribed burn near Rocky Falls.

Many of the prescribed burns planned at Ozark Riverways in 2016 will be cooperative efforts with other agencies and organizations, including the Missouri Department of Conservation, The Nature Conservancy, and Pioneer Forest (L.A.D Foundation). The following prescribed burns are currently planned: • Mill/Buzzard prescribed burn unit, located near Rocky Falls: 1,231 acres • Thorny Creek prescribed burn unit east of Roberts Field: 2,232 acres • Macy Reed unit, south of Blue Spring on the Current River: 672 acres • Pulltite prescribed burn unit: 577 acres • Big Spring Cabins unit: 48 acres See Burn on Page 7

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Winona graduate serves aboard USS Maryland

by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class (SW) Sylvia Black

Petty Officer 3rd Class Randol Vance

Mtn. View

Council passes ‘Pawn Shop’ ordinance After much debate and discussion Bill #1273, Ordinance #1643 known to most as the “Pawn Shop” Ordinance has finally been approved by council. The vote however was a tie which had to be broken by the mayor who voted in favor of adopting the new ordinance.

Discussions began back in late 2015 as the City of Mtn.

View and the Mtn. View Police Department were asking local pawn shops to participate in LeadsOnline, an online database in which all pawned goods are recorded.

This database is used nationwide by law enforcement to track down stolen goods.

The State of Missouri will require all pawn shops and second hand goods dealers to

participate in LeadsOnline as of August 28, 2017.

This led to the discussion of state and city laws. After some research the Mtn. View Police Department discovered that the city’s ordinance is not up to date with state statute, thus the emergence of Bill #1273, Ordinance #1643. Members of the city council, business owners and

Mtn. View

Two city employees honored

Obituaries Mildred Louise Marshall Truman Conner James Kenneth Steele Phone: 417-934-2025 Fax: 417-934-1591 Email: office@mvstandard.com Copyright 2015 Mountain View Standard News, LLC

On Thursday, January 14, 2016, June Smith, 34, of Hannibal, Missouri, was arrested on a Monroe County warrant for felony hindering prosecution. The charge stem from her involvement in an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Monroe City, Missouri, on January 13, 2016. During the incident, Smith was in the company of Timothy Brokes Jr., who was wanted for questioning for a homicide and felony assault that occurred in Marion County on January 12, 2016. As a Monroe City police officer attempted to contact Brokes and Smith in Monroe City, gunfire between Brokes and the police officer was exchanged.

Both Brokes and the Monroe City police officer were shot during the incident. Both See MSHP on Page 7

HOWELL CO.

MOST WANTED

A 2013 Winona R-3 High School graduate and Winona, Missouri native is serving in the U.S. Navy as part of a crew working aboard one of the world’s most advanced ballistic missile submarines, USS Maryland (SSBN 738).

Petty Officer 3rd Class Randol Vance is a electrician’s mate serving aboard the Kings Bay-based boat, one of 14 Ohio-class ballistic missile submarines.

A Navy electrician’s mate See Navy on Page 7

MSHP Smith arrested for involvement in Monroe City officer-involved shooting incident

Years of Service - Two Mtn. View city employees were honored during last week’s city council meeting. Mary Woodruff and Willa Kramer were presented pins and certificates for their years of service to the City of Mtn. View. Woodruff, who serves as treasurer and court clerk, has been with the city for the past 30 years and Kramer, who serves as city clerk, has been with the city for the past 20 years. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

the police department debated for several council meetings about the ordinance.

On Monday, January 11 the ordinance was adopted by a vote of “no” by aldermen Lindell Vandevort, “no” by alderman Jeff Wade, “aye” by aldermen Paul O’Brien and “aye” by aldermen Larry David. The Mayor of Mtn. View, Patrick Reed, had to break the tie vote. Reed voted “aye” in favor of adopting the ordinance. Aldermen Wade expressed his dislike of the ordinance by enforcing a $500 licensing fee for all pawn shops and second hand good dealers. Unfortunately for the city there is not much room for discussion on this fee as it is state statute (which has been in effect since 1994) and must be adhered to by the City of Mtn. View.

The city did waive the $500 background check fee as all of the local businesses have already done a background check. The city also decided to waive this year’s $500 license fee as all the local businesses have already purchased their business license for 2016.

The Howell County Sheriff's Department has issued warrants and is looking for four individuals in the Howell County area. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these individuals, do not try to apprehend them, call the sheriff's office at 417-256-2544 or local authorities.

Kasey D. Wiles, age 32 Wanted for failure to appear warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and a class A misdemeanor charge of unlawful drug paraphernalia.

No bond.

Brittany N. Byrd, age 23 Wanted for failure to appear warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of assault/attempt assault-L/E, C/O, E/P, highway worker, utility worker or P&P-other than deadly weapon or dangerous instrument/physical injury-2nd degree. No bond.

Jamie L. Croney, age 38 - Wanted for probation violation warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of DWI-alcohol-aggravated offender. No bond.

William S. Schid, age 53 - Wanted for arrest on 2 class C felony charges of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. Bond set at $10,000. (No photo available.)

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Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Eagles look to bounce back in Liberty Tournament

by Brian Ingalls Mountain View Standard News brian@mvstandard.com

The New Year hasn’t been especially happy for the Liberty Eagles. At least not yet.

After a second place finish in the Cabool Holiday Tournament right after Christmas, the Eagles started January by dropping the next three games including a 62-52 defeat at Strafford, a 57-56 heartbreaker at Bakersfield, and a 72-69 loss at home against Salem. As the Liberty tournament gets underway this week, the Eagles find themselves trying to improve in key areas.

“The first two weeks of the

new year have certainly been a tough stretch for us,” explained Liberty Head Coach Rob Brown, “We have lost some close, tough games to good quality opponents. We lost those games for a variety of reasons. We need to improve finishing tough shots and around the basket, our free-throw shooting has been atrocious, and we continue to not value possession of the ball. Way too many turnovers.”

Those struggles were all on display last Friday in the loss at home against Salem.

Turnovers were a big factor in the first half, allowing the Tigers to capture some momentum and take a one-point

The Future Dewick! Tyler Dewick (1) drives to the basket during Friday night’s match-up against the Salem Tigers. Tyler, the younger brother of Liberty’s leading scorer Corbin,took advantage of some varsity minutes to get an assist. It was a pass to his brother, naturally. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

lead at halftime. In the second half, missed shots by the Eagles, and being out-shot at the foul line by Salem was the difference in the game.

Even a late technical foul against the Tigers couldn’t derail them as Salem made 11 of 12 free-throws in the fourth quarter to hold off the Liberty comeback attempt and escape with a three-point victory.

In the midst of the struggles, however, there were clearly some bright spots.

Corbin Dewick piled up 65 points in the last three games, including a whopping 30 points against Salem and 24 against Bakersfield.

Against Strafford, Josh Pruett showed the Indians that besides scoring touchdowns on the football field, he could score on the basketball court as well. Pruett finished with 19 points, eight of those coming in the fourth quarter.

Pruett scored 14 more points against Bakersfield. Shalin Stout continued to be a force underneath, blocking shots, and pulling down rebounds.

He finished in double figures against Salem with 13 points, which included sinking five of six free-throws. Brenton Bush joined him with 11 points against the Tigers, including two three-pointers.

Bush also continued to pick up steals on defense.

So as the Liberty tournament opened this week, and the number two seed Eagles faced Koshkonong on Tuesday, with possible rematches against Alton and Thayer this weekend, the Eagles certainly have the ingredients they need to bounce back. “The positives we can take into the Liberty Tournament are plentiful,” said Coach Brown on Monday, “We have competed at high level with every opponent. We have had our chances. I believe if we can catch a few breaks, and get over the start of 2016 from a mental aspect, our best days are ahead of us.”

Although the Eagles didn’t start until Tuesday, on Monday the Liberty Tournament kicked off with two varsity games including number one seed Thayer versus number eight seed Summersville, and number four seed Doniphan taking the court against number five seed Eminence. The Alton Comets, seeded third, faced off against number six seed Houston on Tuesday after the Liberty games.

The Liberty Tournament also includes a JV bracket with games playing on the same days, alternating with varsity contests. The seeding for the JV tournament also mirrors the varsity, allowing the first-round games on

I’m Open! Andrew Holden (5) gets free underneath as Mathew Coatney (2) looks inside. The Eagles fell just short against the Tigers last Friday, losing 72-69 to finish off a string of tough games. Too many turnovers and great freethrow shooting by the Tigers doomed Liberty. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

Monday and Tuesday to be the same for both. The only exception is Thayer. The Bobcats have entered two junior varsity teams in the tournament.

“Thayer 2” takes the place of the Alton Comets in the JV tournament, and plays Houston on Tuesday.

For the varsity Liberty Eagles, getting back into the win column was a welcome relief.

The tough start to the New Year began at Strafford. Liberty was never out of the game however, and even led the Indians 24-22 at halftime thanks to nine points by Mathew Coatney including a couple of three-point shots in the second quarter. The Eagles were even on fire from the free-throw line, hitting six of seven in the first half, and eight of ten in second.

Strafford caught fire in the second half, however, outscoring the Eagles 22-14 in the third quarter and 18-14 in the fourth. The Indians were

Coatney sank a three-pointer and another basket, for the Eagles. Meanwhile, Dewick added three baskets, Pruett added another, and Brenton Bush sank a three-pointer. It was almost enough, but the Lions were 7 of 10 from the free throw line, and escaped in the final seconds with a one-point 57-56 victory.

The Eagles were back home on Friday, but the results were the same. Despite jumping out to a 15-11 lead at the end of the first quarter with baskets from Coatney, Dewick, and Stout, the Eagles turnovers helped the Tigers get back into the game.

Salem took advantage with three-point shots by Eric Wood and Dalton Cook and the Tigers took a 34-33 halftime lead.

Salem held on to the lead in the third quarter, as Kobe Mend, who had been quiet in the first half, exploded for 12-points including two three-point shots and four free-

Heads up! Josh Pruett (23) looks over the defender during last weeks game against Salem. Pruett, who scored 19 points against Strafford, had a quieter night against the Tigers.

(Photo: Standard/Wagner)

led by senior Trevor Roebke who finished the night with 23 points, 18 of those coming in the second half. A three-pointer by Koel Orchard and a big fourth quarter from Josh Pruett wouldn’t be able to make up the distance as Liberty picked up their first loss of 2016.

The second loss came a week later at Bakersfield against a scrappy Lions team.

Dewick and Pruett led the way in the first quarter as the Eagles jumped out to a 19-13 lead.

Dewick had four baskets and Pruett added a three-pointer and a couple of free-throws.

The Lions held on with several 3-point shots in the first quarter, and came back in the second quarter thanks to 10-points from Joe Vaughn. Liberty led just 31-30 at the half, and by the end of the third quarter, the Eagles found themselves trailing 39-40. Never a good situation to be in on the road.

The fourth quarter was a contest between Bakersfield’s free-throw shooting, and Liberty’s shooting from the floor.

throws. The Tigers were deadly from the foul line all night, but especially in the second half as they sank 15 of 16 freethrows, most of those coming in the fourth quarter.

In fact, despite some late heroics from Stout underneath, 11 fourth quarter points from Dewick, and an inexcusable technical foul by a Tigers player with just seconds to go, Salem managed to put the game away from the free-throw line and grab a 72-69 victory.

For the Eagles, the latest defeat hopefully just capped off a mid-season slump, and the Liberty Tournament taking place this week, marked the beginning of a run.

SCORING AGAINST STRAFFORD: Coatney 9, Holden 5, Corbin Dewick 11, Stout 5, Orchard 3, Pruett 19; AGAINST BAKERSFIELD: Coatney 7, Bush 3, Dewick 24, Stout 6, Orchard 2, Pruett 14; AGAINST SALEM: Coatney 6, Bush 11, Dewick 30, Stout 13, Orchard 6, Pruett 3.

Drive! Koel Orchard (22) pushes the ball down the court against the Salem Tigers. Orchard finished the game with six points as the Eagles fell just short against the Tigers. Salem put the game away by sinking 15 of 16 free-throws in the second half. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Upcoming Events ‘Goodbye, Marianne’ will take civic center stage Jan. 22 The Imaginary Theatre Company (ITC), the educational arm of the St. Louis Repertory Theatre, will bring its production of “Goodbye, Marianne” to the West Plains Civic Center stage for a 7 p.m. performance Jan. 22, 2016.

Presented by Missouri State University-West Plains’ University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department, the performance is being made possible with support from the Missouri Arts Council, a state agency.

Tickets are $8 each for adults. Children age 13 and under, and Missouri State-West Plains students with a valid BearPass ID, will be admitted free. Tickets may be purchased at the civic center box office, 110 St. Louis St., or by calling 417-256-8087.

For more information about this and other U/CP events, call 417-255-7966 or visit www.wp.missouristate.edu/ucp/.

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Weekly forecast for the Mountain View (65548) area Wednesday Jan. 20

Thursday Jan. 21

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Saturday Jan. 23

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High: 42 Low: 28

High: 38 Low: 23

High: 35 Low: 18

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High: 50 Low: 31

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Looking Back Through the eyes of the Standard News

Princess Tea Party at Summersville Library Jan. 23 Summersville Branch Library invites all “princesses” to their 3rd annual Princess Tea Party at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 23. Miss Texas County Hailey Renea Dodson will reign over this royal activity More information: Kathie Cox 417-932-4866.

Mtn. View Garden Club monthly meeting Jan. 27 The Mtn. View Garden Club will hold their monthly meeting, Wednesday, January 27 at 1 p.m. at the Mtn. View Community Center. Program will be lead by Alice Hand and Marty Toll “Mud Ball Party”. Members will make mud balls mixed with wild flower seeds which will be thrown along the banks of Hwy. 60. Milk jug greenhouses will be constructed to raise plants from seeds using milk jugs. The public is invited. The Mountain View Garden Club is a member of the South Central District of the Federated Garden Clubs of Missouri and Central Region of the National Garden Clubs, Inc.

The Ballroom Thieves will take civic center stage Jan. 29

1920 Mtn. View Girl’s Basketball Team - Early in October, the Girls’ Basket Ball Association was organized with fourteen members and the following officers: President Pauline Alexander, Vice-President Phyllis Garoutte, Secretary and Treasurer Lillian Duncan. After many tryouts, the team was chosen with Lillian Duncan (captain) and Pauline Alexander playing forward positions, always working together and ranking nearly equal in the number of points made. Dorothy Bickel and Gertrude Berry, the “old reliable” guards assured the forwards of the ball at least half of the time. Reba Padgett and Delight Hannah made it unsafe for the opposing team to pass the ball through the center. The following games were played: Birch Tree-Mtn. View 7-16; Birch Tree-Mtn. View 0-2; West Plains-Mtn. View 4-17; West Plains-Mtn. View 7-16; Cabool-Mtn. View 7-13; Cabool-Mtn. View 9-13; Mansfield-Mtn. View; 18-29 and Mansfield-Mtn. View 28-18. Although three from the team must bid farewell to Mtn. View High School this year, the high school possesses excellent material for future girl’s basket ball teams.

The Ballroom Thieves, an alternative/indie rock band based in Boston, Massachusetts, will bring their musical stylings to the West Plains Civic Center stage for a 7 p.m. concert Jan. 29.

Tickets are $10 each for adults. Children age 13 and under, and Missouri State-West Plains students with a valid BearPass ID, will be admitted free. Tickets may be purchased at the civic center box office, 110 St. Louis St., or by calling 417-256-8087. The concert is being sponsored by Missouri State University-West Mark your calendars Plains’ University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department.

The Ballroom Thieves features Martin Earley on guitar and vocals, Devin Mauch on percussion and vocals, and Calin Peters on cello and vocals.

For more information about this and other U/CP events, call 417-255-7966 or visit www.wp.missouristate.edu/ucp/.

Wednesday, January 20th TBA Liberty Basketball Tournament 7:00 a.m.

Coffee & Billiards at the U.S. Senator Roy Blunt’s staff will host a Mobile Office on Mtn. View Senior Center Thursday, January 21 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Willow Springs 7:30 a.m.

City Hall.

- Biscuits & Gravy at the Mobile Offices are opportunities for Missourians to discuss Mtn. View Senior Center their questions or concerns with the federal government one-onuntil 9:00 a.m. Buttermilk one with members of Senator Blunt’s staff.

Senator Blunt’s Columbia office also extends one-on-one ser- biscuits and sausage gravy, vice to all Missourians who have an issue with a federal agency $1.50 for a small and $2.00 or need additional assistance. for large, coffee included.

To reach the Senator’s Office of Constituent Services, please Carry-out or dine-in call at (573) 442-8151 or send a letter to 1001 Cherry Street, Suite 10:00 a.m.

104, Columbia, Missouri 65201.

- Story Time at the Mtn. View Public Library - Arthritis Exercise at the Mtn. View Senior Center 12:00 p.m.

Willow Springs Rotary Relay For Life 2016 is underway! There will be a Relay Rally Club at Open Range. on Tuesday, February 9 at the Howell-Oregon Electric community room. The rally will be held from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. There Contact Teresa Waggoner at 417-252-0316 will be soup and chili served. At the Rally, event organizers will 2:00 p.m. be providing those who attend with event information, fundraisBingo at the ing ideas and materials as well as registration information. OrgaMtn. View Healthcare nizers will be on hand to answer any questions about starting a team and getting involved with Relay For Life.

5:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church AWANAs. Meal served at 5:30 p.m. church starts at 6 p.m.

5:45 p.m.

- Mtn. View Christian The Mountain View Senior Center will start having line Church TEAM 412 dance lessons every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Begin(preschool thru 6th grade) ners are welcome to attend. This is a great way to get your and The Journey youth exercise and have fun at the same time. group (junior high and high school). Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Dinner served at 6 p.m.

Classes start at 6:30 p.m.

FYI

Senator Blunt’s staff hosts mobile office at Willow Springs

Relay For Life Rally Feb. 9 in West Plains

Line Dance Lessons at the Mtn. View Senior Center

Al Anon

(Help for friends & families of alcoholics) Monday - 7:00 p.m.

Mtn. View Presbyterian Church 205 E. 2nd Street 417-247-7146 or 417-247-0566

- Narcotics Anonymous, 6:30 p.m. at Mothers Against Methamphetamine (MAM) 503 E. Main Street Willow Springs. Call 417-469-0018 or 417-855-9113.

8:00 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous and Alanon meetings 8 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Willow Springs. Call 417-469-5550 Thursday, January 21st TBA Liberty Basketball Tournament 7:00 a.m.

Rotary Club of MV will meet at Ron's Family Restaurant.

8:00 a.m.

Yoga with Vicki is offered for ladies ages 50 plus.

These classes are modified to fit your needs. For details call 417-293-1184.

The first class is free.

9:00 a.m.

Line dancing at the Mtn. View Senior Center, beginners welcome, no charge.

10:00 a.m.

Art for the beginner or expert at the Mtn. View Senior Center.

12:00 p.m.

OzSBI will host “Create Your Mission for 2016” with Brian Groe. Establishing clear mission and vision statements are the key to your success. Bring your own lunch to this free event 6:00 p.m.

West Plains Annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet in the West Plains Civic Center Exhibit Hall.

Reserve tickets by calling Jessica at the Chamber Office at 417-256-4433.

6:30 p.m.

Willow Springs City Council at the City Hall conference room.

Call 417-469-2107 for information

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR:

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We reserve the right to not publish a letter to the editor if anything written is considered libel. Any letter that praises or criticizes any private business in the publishing area will not be printed. We reserve the right to edit letters without changing their meaning.

All letters to the editor will be published as soon as they are submitted as space permits us to do so.

Friday, January 22nd TBA Liberty Basketball Tournament 7:00 a.m.

Coffee & Billiards at the Mtn. View Senior Center 10:00 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise at the Mtn. View Senior Center 12:30 p.m.

Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. View Senior Center 4:30 p.m.

LHS girls swim team meet at Glendale 6:00 p.m.

- LHS JV/Varsity girls basketball game at Alton - Skating & Open gym at the Mtn. View Family Youth Center until 9:45 p.m.

For more information call 417-934-5437. $3 admission per child 7:00 p.m.

The Imaginary Theater Company presents “Goodbye Marianne” in the WP Civic Center Theater.

This event is sponsored by the MSU-WP University and Community Programs.

Tickets are $8 for adults.

Children age 13 and under, MSU-WP students are admitted free.

Details: 256-7966 Saturday, January 23rd TBA Liberty Basketball Tournament 9:30 a.m.

The Ozark Radio Network Bridal Fair will be held in the Civic Center until 3:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m.

- MSU-WP Trivia Night benefiting the Grizzly Basketball program will be held in the WP Civic Center.

Teams of 8 compete at a cost of $160 per team.

Pre-registration is required.

For details, visit http:// wp.missouristate.edu/development/grizzly-trivia-night. htm or call 255-7255.

- Free Movie Night at the Star Theater. “McClintock”with John Wayne sponsored by the Willow Springs Community Foundation. Preshow at 6:30 p.m., movie starts at 7 p.m.

Sunday, January 24th 8:00 p.m.

Willow Springs Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon meetings at the Sacred Heart Church.

Call 417-469-5550 Monday, January 25th 10:00 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise at the

Mtn. View Senior Center 1:00 p.m.

Arts & Crafts Club at the WSCF Ferguson Building in Willow Springs. Call Sue Thompson at 417-252-7477 5:30 p.m.

- Kindergarten-1st Grade Girl Scouts to meet at Hut, 409 N. Pine Street in Mtn. View. Call Joyce Dixon at 417-934-2394.

- Yoga Classes at the MV United Methodist Church.

Call 417-247-7153 - Zumba at the Mtn. View Community Center, instructed by Mary Zitter-Newman 6:00 p.m.

Beginning Beekeeping (3 days) sponsored by the University of Missouri Extension office, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Ferguson Building. Call 417-469-1400 for information and to register or call 417-256-2391 7:00 p.m.

Mountain View Al-Anon will meet Mondays at 7 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 205 East 2nd Street in Mtn. View.

Call 417-934-2682.

Tuesday, January 26th 7:00 a.m.

Coffee & Billiards at the Mtn. View Senior Center 8:00 a.m.

- Yoga with Vicki is offered for ladies ages 50 plus.

These classes are modified to fit your needs. For details call 417-293-1184.

The first class is free.

12:00 p.m.

- Mtn. View Chamber of Commerce weekly meeting at the MV Community Center.

Call 417-934-2794 - Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce. Call 417-469-5519. Meeting held at the country club.

12:30 p.m.

- Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. View Senior Center 4:30 p.m.

Tumbling at the Mtn. View Family Youth Center until 7:30 p.m. Call 934-5437.

5:30 p.m.

2nd thru 3rd Grade Girl Scouts to meet at Hut, 409 N. Pine Street in Mtn. View. Call Joyce Dixon at 934-2394.

8:00 p.m.

Mtn. View A.A. group meets at the Presbyterian Church in the basement. The church is located at 205 East 2nd Street in Mtn. View

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Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Through the Garden Gate Submitted by the Mtn. View Garden Club

personal lives and the environment around us. If you are not recycling your The beginning of a new trash, this is a good time year is a great time to make to get started. About 80% resolutions to improve our of what Americans throw

and water quality, preserves landfill space, and conserves natural resources.

• Every ton of paper that is recycled saves 17

trees, two barrels of oil, 4100 kilowatts of energy, 3.2 cubic yards of landfill space, and 60 tons of pollution.

• Americans use 2.6 bil-

lion plastic bottles a year, which are made from petroleum. It is important to reduce our reliance on foreign oil.

Recycling helps us do that by saving energy.

• When one ton of steel is recycled, 2,500 pounds of iron ore, 1,400 pounds of coal and 120 pounds of limestone are conserved.

• Every month Americans throw away enough glass bottles and jars to fill up a giant skyscraper.

All are recyclable.

• Recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a TV free for three hours; in spite of this, Americans throw away enough aluminum to rebuild our entire fleet of commercial airplanes every three months.

We have an award winning recycling facility in Mountain View. Take advantage of being able to do something positive for our community and planet. Use the opportunity we have to recycle what waste we can and set a good example for our children, Essay Contest Winner - Each year the Mtn. View Garden Club sponsors an Essay Contest families and communities.

It makes sense and cents that is a part of the National Garden Club Essay Contest. The club’s third place winner in 2015 was Abby Colwill. Abby is home schooled and lives in Mountain View. Pictured above, Abby to recycle.

Garden Club essay contest winner It’s finally here! The Summersville Friends of the Library and Texas County Library are proud to present one of the library’s favorite activities - our 3rd Annual Princess Tea Party on Saturday, January 23. It begins at 11 a.m., and “princesses” of all ages are invited to attend. Miss Texas County, Hailey Renae Dodson, will reign over this royal activity. Our official Friends of the Library photographer will be covering this event and sharing photos with attendees.

Feel free to phone Kathie at 932-4866 or the library with any inquiries.

Summersville Friends of the Library meet at the library on the 2nd Monday of each month @ 5:00 p.m.

The next meeting will be held February 8th to finalize the February 13th Laura Ingalls Wilder Birthday Party.

New members are invited to join this active group in supporting and participating in the continuing growth of the Summersville Branch Library.

New additions to our Summersville Branch this week include two audio books on CD, Wife For Hire, by Janet Evanovich and Slow Waltz In Cedar Bend by Robert James Waller; Quest For Camelot, animated DVD; two non-fiction, If I Am Missing or Dead: A Sister’s Story of Love, Murder, and Liberation by Janine Latus and The Garden Design Book by Cheryl Merser and the Editors of Garden Design Magazine; The Heist, fiction by Janet Evanovich; and three juvenile fiction, Pony Trek and Pony Winter by Gil Morrell, and Diablo – A Day Like Any Other by Gabi Adam.

Texas County Library now has e-Books and audio books available to download for Texas County Library patrons!

To view the catalog and download, go to our website: texascountylibrary.lib.mo.us, click on “e-books”, or come by the library for assistance. Texas County Library cards are required.

Remember to save your Best Choice brand barcodes for the library and Box Tops For Education for our grade school. Texas County Library receives 3 cents for each Best Choice barcode! Thanks, West Plains, Birch Tree, and Mountain View friends, for sending yours to us.

Summersville Library is a branch of Texas County Library and located at 480 First Street, on the south side of the square, next door to Open Door in Summersville. Business hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-1 p.m Saturday. Check out our webpage at texascountylibrary.lib.mo.us or contact the library: 417-932-5261 or toll-free 888-609-4491, or e-mail us: svlib@texascountylibrary.lib.mo.us, or fax: 417-9325262.

Howell County Extension Council election underway The annual election of council members for University of Missouri Extension in Howell County is underway. Ballots were recently mailed to voters on the Howell County Extension mail list. If an eligible voter did not receive a ballot, please contact the extension office at 417-2562391 and a ballot will be mailed to your or you may vote online at extension. missouri.edu/howell.

The University Of Missouri Extension Council Howell County is the local link between county residents and the University of Missouri. Council members are volunteers who assist in the operation and management of the local office, planning and carrying out local Extension program-

away is recyclable, yet our recycling rate is only 28%.

Recycling saves energy and water, lowers pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, improves air

ming.

The county council is comprised of twelve elected and three appointed citizens and functions as an advisory board in planning educational programs and administering local extension operations. Appointed members represent the Howell County Commission, the city of West Plains, and Farm Bureau.

The council meets monthly.

All members serve a twoyear term, and are eligible for a second term. After a maximum of two consecutive terms, individuals may serve again following a one-year interval.

The election is based on the county at large as one district.

The ballot lists 11 nominees for seven council positions. Those candidates are: Jared Barr, Patty Orchard, Brad McKee, Robbie Beavers, Larry Rothermich, Julie Hart, Bryan Adcock, Mark Bunch, Tina Woolsey, Dustin Clinton, and Mark R. Jolliff. Results of the election will be published in the newspaper in February.

Completed ballots can be mailed to the University of Missouri Extension Center and postmarked on or before, January 29, 2016. Voting can also be completed online at www.extension. missouri.edu/howell, onsite at the Extension Center, or ballots may be returned by fax to 573-884-5787.

is presented the check award by Jane McLaughlin and Jude Wilson of the Mtn. View Garden Club. The Mountain View Garden Club is a member of the South Central District of the Federated Garden Clubs of Missouri and Central Region of the National Garden Clubs, Inc.

Home Financing Assistance Available for 2016

State of Denial This week I sat in the U.S. House Chamber and listened to the last State of the Union from President Barack Obama. What Americans needed to hear was a plan to turn our economy around, tackle an ever mounting federal debt, details of how to increase families take home pay, and a clear strategy on how we will finally defeat the threats posed by ISIS, the Taliban and other organizations of terror in order to keep Americans safe.

Unfortunately, we heard none of that.

Walking out of the House Chamber, my biggest frustration was the lack of attention to the national security issues perilously facing our country. The primary job of the U.S. Government is to keep Americans safe and secure. The State of the Union was the president’s chance to show he understands the challenges and threats facing our country, yet there was no mention of how we will defeat ISIS. Perhaps, more appalling was that he did not even acknowledge the 10 U.S. Navy sailors who were being detained by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard at the time of his speech, nor the fact that North Korea was claiming it had tested a weapon of catastrophic proportions earlier in the week or even the acts of terror which recently occurred in places like Paris and California. We heard nothing about these incidents that could have a direct impact on our national security, no details, no explanation, and no plan to keep American families safe, sound, and secure. Simply put, the president continues to lead from behind on our nation’s national security.‎ The State of the Union was the president’s chance, his moment, to use his most public forum to reassure Americans that our government will meet a hostile and changing world with the same security and leadership we have known for generations. It was the president’s opening, during a prime time delivery, to provide strong reassurance to Americans that we will defeat ISIS, prevent a nuclear Iran, and won’t back down to aggressors such as North Korea, China and Russia. It was hard for me to take a State of the Union serious which failed to address the issues at the forefront for millions of American families national security and safety of their loved ones.

Worst yet, the president actually congratulated himself for spending billions of taxpayer dollars to prop up solar energy while vilifying as “dirty energy” the very sources of energy like coal which keep the lights on in Missouri.

Regulations put out by this president like his new ‘power plan’, coal ash restrictions, ambient air standards, costly new permitting requirements, and a rejection of the job creating keystone pipeline are killing the sources of inexpensive energy which millions of American families and businesses have relied upon for years to warm their homes while keeping their utility bills low. Obama’s new ‘power plan’ alone is projected to triple the cost of the average utility bill for a family in Missouri. Businesses in the 8th district are being forced to shed their workforce, cut back, and lay off hard working Missourians because new government regulations like these are suffocating either their lines of business directly or those they work with - higher rent, higher energy bills, escalating utility rates, increasing material costs, expensive environmentally compliant land acquisitions, costly construction permitting and the list goes on.‎ The State of the Union was the president’s opportunity to show he understands the issues American families are facing and highlight a path for moving forward. Unfortunately, we heard another speech filled with the type of rhetoric that shows how truly adamant this president is about cementing his legacy as the most liberal and unconstitutional president in American history. The truth is, and it’s unfortunate to say, this State of the Union may actually end up being my favorite because it was this president’s last.

As the second week of this session winds down, I find myself amazed at how quickly things have started. These first two weeks flashed by as the familiar sounds of lawmakers, members of the press and engaged citizens filled the hallways of the Capitol. Multiple committee meetings have already taken place, my fellow lawmakers and I have introduced some of our new pieces of legislation at hearings and activists and concerned Missourians have testified to make their voices heard across a large variety of issues. It’s certainly good to see the building back in full swing as the second Regular Session gets underway.

I would like to take some time this week to discuss a few important social and economic developments that concern the residents of the 33rd District. Many of the constituents battle with financial problems on a daily basis and often need some help to make ends meet. Buying a home can be an especially stressful experience as it is one of the largest and most important financial decisions many people will ever make in the lifetime.

I want to let you know that the Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC) has a few programs available for eligible homebuyers needing financial aid. The first program from MHDC, the First Place Loan Program, provides assistance for making down payments and closing costs to buyers purchasing their first home. The cash assistance comes in the form of a grant and the program also offers 30-year, fixed rate mortgages through more than 70 participating lenders throughout the state.

The Commission also offers federal tax credit aid through the MHDC Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) program.

Starting February 2016, the MCC will allow eligible firsttime homebuyers to apply credit to their federal tax liability, which reduces the amount of taxes the borrower has to pay.

You can visit www.mhdc.com to learn more about both of these helpful financing programs so you can gain some peace of mind when dealing with the process of starting a home.

The second topic for today’s column addresses the executive order announced by the president last week that seeks to stamp out our Second Amendment rights. Instead of working for the improved safety of all Americans, the president has issued this order as a way to position himself politically in the media. The new order states whether you sell your gun from a store, at a gun show or over the Internet, you must conduct background checks and be licensed. However, federal law already requires a license and background checks for gun dealers at stores and gun shows. This new executive order doesn’t change that at all.

The president’s executive order is nothing more than an attempt to pose himself in a good light. While the order still needs to go through the rule-making process, and it is unknown exactly what the official guidelines will come to look like, this action fails to provide meaningful solutions to the nation’s more pressing problems. Ultimately it can be viewed as nothing more than a thinly veiled attempt to improve the president’s image.

On a lighter note, I would like to inform you about a very fun event coming up in Oregon County at the end of the month. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is hosting a fish gigging outing on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016 from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Participants will meet at the MDC’s Ozark Regional Office in West Plains before leaving as a group to gig on private land. Event-goers can expect to learn how to gig from the front of a boat, learn about sucker fish and gain some knowledge about the rich history gigging has in the Ozarks.

Aaron Jeffries, MDC deputy director, said the event is designed for young students ages 10-20 who have no previous gigging experience. For more information about this event, or to register for participation, call the MDC Ozark Regional Office at (417) 256-7161.

As always, I appreciate it when groups from around Missouri and from our community back home come to visit me at the Capitol. If you would like to arrange a time to come and visit me in Jefferson City, or if you ever have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact my Capitol office at (573) 751-1882.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Memorial services for Truman Conner will be held Friday, January 29, 2016 at 6pm at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Eminence, MO. Visitation will follow memorial services until 8pm under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home of Eminence, MO. Truman Conner was born June 13, 1935 in Summersville, MO to the late Alfonso Conner and Maudie (Cooper) Conner. He passed away at his home with his wife at his side on Thursday, January 14, 2016 at the age of 80 years, 7 months, and 1 day.

He was united in marriage to Shirley Jane Atchison on October 17, 1958 and to this union four children were born.

Truman is preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, and two brothers.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, January 23, 2016 at 2pm at the Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Church in Mountain View, MO with President Craig Rassmusen officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home of Mountain View, MO. James Kenneth Steele was born May 28, 1938 at San Bernardino, CA the son of Allen Steele and Edith (Houques) Steele. He passed away January 16, 2016 at his home in Summersville, MO at the age of 77 years, 7 months and 19 days.

He was united in marriage to Fern Diane Bradshaw on August 21, 1999 at Mountain

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Death Notices Truman Conner He is survived by his wife Shirley; four children Janet Terrill and husband Mike of Summersville, MO, Glenda Counts and husband Donnie of Willow Springs, MO, Gene Conner and wife Debbie of Eminence, MO, and Steven Conner of Willow Springs; two sisters Dorothy Conner of Summersville, MO and Joyce Grammar and husband Willie of Summersville, MO; eight grandchildren Michelle Summers and husband Keith, Michael Counts, Jacob Counts, Beth Counts, Cortney Conner, Nathan Conner, Amber Smith, and Amanda Guiles; 11 great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Truman worked several different jobs logging, drilling, and hanging drywall in

Mildred Louise Marshall St. Louis County for several years before discovering his life-long love was driving a diesel all over the United States. He won several trucking awards including the Million Mile Safety Award.

Truman’s other loves included family time get-togethers to barbeque, ride four wheelers, and camp. He loved deer season, going to the river and hosting huge 4th of July get-togethers with friends, family, and fireworks. At each get-together you would hear his beloved bluegrass music playing constantly in the background.

Truman was baptized at the West Eminence Christian Church. Although we will miss him forever we know he is in a far better place.

Online condolences can be sent to www.duncanfuneralhomes.com

James Kenneth Steele View, MO and they were sealed in the Temple on May 28, 2014 at St. Louis, MO. James was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife Diane Steele of the home in Summersville, MO; five sons Laddie Hood and wife Melinda of Mountain View, MO, Lester Hood and wife Carmen of Springfield, MO, James Hood and Toni Collins of Willow Springs, MO, Bill Jones and Joe Jones; four daughters Jessica Done of Springfield, MO, Sarah Hood of Mountain View, MO, Sabrina Gehlken of Springfield, MO and Joylynette Jones; 23 grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren and a host of other family and friends.

James was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Mountain View, MO. He was strong with the Gospel and passionate about helping others. For more than 10 years James and Fern collected and donated food for families in need, distributed 500 blankets to the Veterans hospital in Poplar Bluff, MO and were active with many organizations. He loved carpentry, fishing, and tinkering with wiring. James was a wise man, a teacher, and a friend to anyone. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Online condolences can be sent to www.duncanfuneralhomes.com

Missouri looking to bounce back from a tough week

By Benjamin Herrold Sports Columnist There may be a college basketball program that had a worse week than Missouri last week, but none are coming to mind right now.

First came a horrendous 33-point home loss to Arkansas at home on Tuesday, Missouri’s worst loss ever at Mizzou Arena. You have to go back to 1945 to find a bigger home loss for the Tigers. That debacle came against a rebuilding Arkansas team that entered the game at 8-7. The final score was 94-61, the most points Missouri has ever yielded in Mizzou Arena.

But the next day brought the announcement that Missouri’s basketball program is under investigation by the NCAA. Missouri announced several self-imposed sanctions for NCAA rules violations, including improper benefits for players. Those self-imposed sanctions include a ban from postseason tournaments (including the conference tournament), loss of a couple of scholarships, recruiting restrictions and forfeiting all wins from the 2013-14 season, a largely for-

gettable campaign that ended with an NIT appearance.

These penalties are all for infractions committed under previous coach Frank Haith, who bolted for Tulsa four days after the NCAA notified Missouri it was under investigation. The NCAA could issue more penalties whenever it wraps up its investigation.

Missouri (8-9, 1-3 in SEC play through Sunday) then capped the week with a 81-72 loss at South Carolina. It was actually a pretty game effort from the Tigers, but the Gamecocks (16-1, 3-1 in SEC play through Sunday) crushed Missouri with offensive rebounds, and the Tigers lost their 19th straight road game.

The rules violations may have come under Haith, but now it’s up to second-year head coach Kim Anderson to try to clean up the mess. The program faced enough struggles, but now the hill gets a little steeper, with the penalties nibbling away at Missouri’s ability to compete and the uncertainty hanging over the program.

All Missouri can do for now is keep playing. Saturday’s effort at South Carolina was

encouraging, but the Tigers could use actual victories instead of moral victories. Some tough games await.

After Wednesday’s home game with Georgia (6 p.m. on SEC Network), Missouri measures itself against one of the better teams in the conference with a trip to Texas A&M (3 p.m. on SEC Network).

Texas A&M (15-2, 5-0 in SEC play through Sunday) is a talented, experienced team that sits atop the SEC standings. The Aggies have a decent home court advantage in Reed Arena when the team is playing well.

Senior guard Jalen Jones leads the team in scoring at 17.2 points per game, and senior guard Alex Caruso dishes out 5.1 assists per game. The Aggies do have some youth and size, with big man Tyler Davis, a freshman, makes a crazy 67.3 percent of his shots.

After the Texas A&M game Missouri makes a trip to raucous Rupp Arena to take on mighty Kentucky on Jan. 27 (8 p.m. on SEC Network). In the immediate future, things don’t get any easier for Missouri.

Letter to the Editor: Hats off and congratulations to the Mountain View Public Library Director Beth Smith and her staff.

Because of their efforts the library has earned the Star Library Award from the national Library Journal for the second year in a row.

The 2015 Star Award has been awarded to seven libraries in Missouri. Five of these have been libraries in Missouri’s largest cities.

Two were received by the small towns of Mountain View and Carrollton.

Director Smith said “the cooperation and help of the library board, the city, the friends of the library and the library users makes it possible for us to get the job done.”

When I first heard about the Star Award my mind jumped back to August

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2000 when the library was dedicated and keys were presented to the City. The cost to build and equip the facility cost about $500,000. Local businesses, individuals and organizations in Mountain View gave most of that amount.

The City was able to squeeze out $25,000 each year for a total of $75,000.

There was one individual and one organization that made building the library possible. That individual was Bob Stevens. He did all the architectural work and acted as general contractor. He donated all of his time. This saved several thousand dollars.

The Jacks Fork Community Foundation was formed to raise money and to obtain a 501C3 so that donors could use their gift for tax purposes. The

Foundation also gathered information such as capacity for people, books, computers and other information that Mr. Stevens needed.

Currently the library has 6,700 cardholders. Many of these are family held.

The library has 35,500 books and periodicals on the shelves with 43,000 being checked out in 2015.

There are 10 computers for public use with 10,400 hours logged on by patrons. The library provides summer programs for adolescents, and year round activities for preschoolers.

The people of Mountain View built a great library.

Beth and staff have proven they know how to run it. Keep up the wonderful work.

Jack Toll Mountain View

Mildred Louise Marshall, daughter of the late Hughie and Idell (Russom) Smith, was born March 24, 1936 in Risco, Missouri and departed this life Jan-

uary 10, 2016 in the Riverways Manor Nursing Home in Van Buren, Missouri. She had attained the age of seventy-nine years, nine months and seventeen days.

Mrs. Marshall had served as assistant pastor for many years. She was always there to assist her husband in his ministry, including the Assembly of God Church in Lake Of Ozark, Missouri for seven years, the Assembly of God Church in Mountain View, Missouri for ten years and for eighteen years at the Assembly of God Church in Van Buren. She was also active in children’s church, women’s ministry

and singing in church. She loved to paint scenes onto old hand-saws and decorating cakes. She was a quiet, modest and graceful woman, but was also very fun loving and enjoyed traveling with family and spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She enjoyed helping people, had formerly worked at Riverways Manor Nursing Home as a medicine aide, and had worked as a cook in the Van Buren School Cafeteria. Mildred was a devoted wife.

On October 6, 1954, she was united in marriage to Ross Marshall in St. Louis, Missouri.

She is survived by her loving family; husband, Rev. Ross Marshall of Van Buren; three sons, Deral Marshall (Janice) of Van Buren, Danny Marshall (Pam) and Dewayne Marshall (Margett), all of Mountain View; two daughters, Debbie Gibbs (Allen) and Dianne Gossett (Tim), all of Van Buren; twelve grandchildren, Elizabeth Foster (Clifton), Rena Jaggars (Michael), Josh Gibbs (Tracy), Justin Gibbs (Katishia), Daniel Marshall (Hali), Meagan Powell (Ivie), Phillip Marshall, Colby Gossett (Tiffany), Xander Marshall,

Allie Marshall, Tanner Marshall, Makenna Marshall; twelve great-grandchildren, Devin Baker, Kalib Jaggars, Jaxzon Jaggars, Cayden Gibbs, Cooper Gibbs, Kaytie Gibbs, Gracie Gossett, Alexis Marshall, Bryon Witschner, Dylan Powell, Braxton Powell, Gunner Powell; two brothers, Arlie and Carley Smith; two sisters, Lessie Branson and Hilda Smith, and many other relatives and friends who mourn her passing.

In addition to her parents, three brothers, Roy Smith, Maynard Smith and Jodi Smith, and one sister, Lola Mae Tennon, also preceded her in death.

A visitation for the public will begin at 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, January 12, 2015 in the McSpadden Funeral Home in Van Buren, Missouri. Funeral Services will begin at 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, January 13, 2016 in the Assembly of God Church in Van Buren with Rev. Stan Welch, officiating, assisted by Rev. Roy Bennett and Rev. Dave Truncone., Burial will be in the Van Buren City Cemetery.

Online condolences may be made at www.mcspaddenfh.com

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Howell County Sheriff’s reports are printed directly off reports provided by the Howell County Sheriff’s Office and are public record. Persons arrested for criminal offenses, or charges set forth in an indictment, are merely accusations and they are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

INCIDENTS Friday, January 8, 2016 A male subject reported he had items stolen from a storage unit he rented from Silvey’s on Luna Drive in West Plains. A report was taken and an investigation is on-going.

Sunday, January 10, 2016 Deputy Rick Fox responded to CR 8800 in West Plains East from State Route 17 in reference to a report of an abandoned motorcycle. Subsequently, a wrecker service was contacted and the vehicle was removed.

Monday, January 11, 2016 A sex offender has provided false information in regards to his residence.

Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Deputy Buddy Thompson was contacted by a male subject at the Howell County Sheriff’s Office. He informed Deputy Thompson that he had recently learned that the sheriff’s office had recovered a motorcycle from the area of CR 8800 in West Plains and would like to claim it.

Thursday, January 14, 2016 Deputy Rodney Harper responded to CR 2220 in West Plains to take a theft report. A male subject reported that someone had stolen a radio and a dsh from his 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. A full report has been done and a full investigation is on-going at this time.

Friday, January 15, 2016 A female subject reported the theft of several items from her storage shed in Willow Springs on Sunshine Street. The case is on-going.

COMMITMENTS Wednesday, January 6, 2016 Eric Eugene Johnson, 49 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 1-9-16 and taken to OMC for medical reasons per doctor.

Friday, January 8, 2016 Kevin Charles Skiver, 47 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 1-11-16 for time served.

Nathaniel Clark Wester, 35 of Birch Tree was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 1-10-16 for time served.

Saturday, January 9, 2016 James Edward Fyffe, 46 of Birch Tree was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 1-10-16 for time served.

Joyce Marie Thomas, 39 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 1-11-16 for time served.

Monday, January 11, 2016 Amanda Marie Webster, 32 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Ty Ray Carter, 41 of Caulfield was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Michael James Glandon, 32 of Birch Tree was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Douglas County Sheriff's Department Report During the week of January 4 through January 10 the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department answered 95 Calls for Service and arrested 12 subjects. There are currently 19 subjects incarcerated in the Douglas County Jail and one being held out of county.

On Monday, January 6, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department assisted with Active Shooter Training at Ava Victory Academy. Instructors, school staff, and deputies all continue to strive to keep our children safe.

On Wednesday, January 6, Sheriff Degase and Deputy Taylor Wallace attempted a check on a probation client, Jesse Jennings, 24, in the Z Highway area that had failed to make contact with his officer. Previous attempts had been made by Probation and Parole to contact Jennings, and each time Jennings fled to avoid speaking with them resulting in a Probation Violation to be issued for Jennings. Upon arrival by Sheriff Degase and Deputy Wallace they attempted to make contact. Sheriff Degase and Deputy Wallace could hear someone inside attempting to hide and called for them to come outside. Sheriff Degase secured the back of the residence with Deputy Wallace securing the front, while again calling for Jennings to come outside the residence. Jennings appeared in a window near the back along with a female subject and a small child. The female and small child were advised to immediately exit the front of the residence in which they did so. After a short time Jennings also made his way out the front of the residence where he was placed under arrest. Jennings is currently in the Douglas County Jail on a Probation Violation warrant and is pending charges for Possession of a Controlled Substance (methamphetamine) which was found on Jennings and inside the residence.

On Friday, January 9, Sheriff Degase, Deputy Gabe Stroud and K9 Yadi visited the Ava Elementary 3rd Grade classes. The 3rd Grade classes had been reading about different kinds of helping animals, especially police dogs. They were able to give the 3rd graders a first-hand account of what Yadi does and his specific jobs at the Sheriff’s Department and helping other agencies. Thank you to the 3rd grade teachers, students, and Ava Elementary administration for the opportunity for Yadi to come in and help with a little classroom learning.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact the office at 417-683-1020.

The Standard News Thursday, January 14, 2016 James M. Smith, 27 of Sturkie, AR was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Adam Dewayne Bartlett, 24 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Joseph Lewis Austin, 46 of Willow Springs was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Friday, January 15, 2016 Kevin Charles Skiver, 47 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Jason N. Peters, 33 of Caulfield was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Nathaniel Clark Wester, 35 of Birch Tree was booked for a court ordered commitment.

TRANSFERS Wednesday, January 13, 2016 Joanna Christine Sharp, 47 of West Plains was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Elizabeth Jane Poole, 30 of Willow Springs was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Thursday, January 14, 2016 Samuel Allen Medor, 29 of West Plains was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

James Matthew Lovan, 31 of West Plains was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Claude Ray Moore, 53 of Willow Springs was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Wayne Michael Sechrest, 19 of Mtn. View was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Ty Ray Carter, 41 of Caulfield was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

ARRESTS Monday, December 21, 2015 Charles Kenneth Barton, 32 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County warrant for felony failure to appear and domestic assault-2nd degree. He bonded out on 1-15-16 and is to appear in court on 2-5-16.

Thursday, December 24, 2015 Michael Jeremy Allison, 28 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for 2 counts of possession of controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. He was released on 1-15-16 for time served.

Sunday, December 27, 2015 Jasmine Mist Mesa, 29 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and resisting or interfering with arrest/ detention/stop. She was released on 1-15-16 for time served.

Monday, December 28, 2015 Jason Paul Emmel, 34 of West Plains was arrested on a How-

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ell County warrant for burglary-2nd degree; felony stealing and probation violation. He bonded out on 1-12-16 and is to appear in court on 1-15-16.

Tuesday, December 29, 2015 Darrell Paul Brownen, 38 of Leitchfield, KY was arrested on a Howell County warrant for being a fugitive from out of state. He was transferred to California on 1-15-16.

Thursday, December 31, 2015 Jack Christopher Kukura, 34 of West Plains was arrested for probation violation. He was released on 1-10-16 for time served.

Friday, January 1, 2016 Andrew Paul Leach, 28 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for 3 counts of distrib/del/manuf/prod/attempt controlled substance and felony stealing. He bonded out on 1-15-16 and is to appear in court on 1-25-16.

Tuesday, January 5, 2016 Gust Hjalmer Steckman, 39 of West Plains was arrested for 3 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear and felony failure to appear. He was transferred to Christian County on 1-11-16.

Wednesday, January 6, 2016 Glen Dale Wofford, 42 of Houston was arrested on a Texas County warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 1-6-16 and is to appear in court on 2-5-16.

Friday, January 8, 2016 Harley Daniele Kerley, 22 of West Plains was arrested for unlawful use of drug paraphernalia and possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. She bonded out on 1-11-16 and is to appear in court on 1-13-16.

Saturday, January 9, 2016 Billy Joe Tarlton, 36 of West Plains was arrested on a Winona PD warrant for resisting or interfering with arrest/detention/ stop; possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana; unlawful use of drug paraphernalia; probation/parole violation; felony failure to appear; making a false report. He was transferred to Winona PD on 1-10-16.

Dakota Michael Chesworth, 19 of Mtn. View was arrested for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 1-9-16 and is to appear in court on 1-13-16.

Austin James Reed, 19 of West Plains was arrested for domestic assault-2nd degree. He bonded out on 1-10-16 and is to appear in court on 1-25-16.

Vincent Wayne Scott, 26 of Pomona was arrested for probation violation. He is currently being held without bond.

Christopher Ryan Henderson, 27 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for receiving stolen property. He is currently being held on a $7,500 bond.

Sunday, January 10, 2016 Randi Lynn Dye, 36 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County warrant for probation violation and a West Plains warrant for 3 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 1-13-16 and is to appear in court on 2-5-16.

Bryan Cody Henderson, 24 of West Plains was arrested for domestic assault-2nd degree. He bonded out on 1-11-16 and is to appear in court on 1-25-16.

Missouri State Highway Patrol reports are printed directly off reports provided by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and are public record. Persons arrested for criminal offenses, or charges set forth in an indictment, are merely accusations and they are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

ARRESTS Jason R. Hall, 34 of Cabool was arrested on Tuesday, January 12 at 5:02 p.m. in Texas County for felony Texas County warrant for possession of a controlled substance; felony Wright County warrant for dangerous drugs; felony possession of methamphetamine; possession of stolen property; fail to display valid plates; no insurance; possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia. He was taken to the Texas County Jail where he is being held without bond.

Curtis R. McTeer, 45 of Sparta was arrested on Thursday, January 14 at 4:08 p.m. in Douglas County for felony probation and parole warrant; misdemeanor Ozark Police Department warrants for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia; possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia. He was taken to the Douglas County Jail where he is being held without bond.

Keith E. Farris, 57 of Ava was arrested on Thursday, January 14 at 7:08 p.m. in Douglas County for felony driving while intoxicated; careless and imprudent driving resulting in an accident. He was transported for medical treatment.

Michael E. Boyer, 51 of Birch Tree was arrested on Friday, January 15 at 12:15 p.m. in Shannon County for 3 misdemeanor warrants Polk County; no insurance and no seat belt. He was taken to the Shannon County Jail where he is being held without bond.

Christopher S. Munroe, 37 of Mtn. View was arrested on Saturday, January 16 at 1:29 p.m. in Howell County for felony possession of methamphetamine; failure to register motor vehicle; no insurance; no valid license and no seatbelt. He was taken to the Mtn. View Police Department where he is being held on bond.

ACCIDENTS A one-vehicle accident occurred on Monday, January 11 at 6:10 p.m. in Howell County on Hwy. UU, 8 miles South of Willow Springs. According to reports a 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix operated by Robert A. James, 34 of Pomona was traveling Eastbound when James swerved to avoid an animal in the roadway, ran off the right side of the roadway and overturned. James was transported by private vehicle to Ozarks Medical center in West Plains with minor injuries. The vehicle, which sustained total damage was towed

by Foster’s Auto Body. The accident was investigated by Trooper C.L. Davis.

A one-vehicle accident occurred on Wednesday, January 13 at 12:05 p.m. in Oregon County on Hwy. 160, 1 mile South of Thomasville. According to reports a 1999 Ford Taurus operated by Dorcas B. Teer, 84 of Cabool was traveling Westbound when the vehicle ran off the right side of the roadway, struck an embankment and a yield sign. Teer was taken by ambulance to Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains with minor injuries. The vehicle which sustained extensive damage was towed by Midway towing. The accident was investigated by Trooper C.A. Kimes and assisted by Cpl. J.D. Wheeler.

A one-vehicle accident occurred on Thursday, January 14 at 6:25 p.m. in Douglas County on MO 5, 5 miles North of Ava. According to reports a 2004 Ford Explorer operated by Keith E. Farris, 57 of Ava was traveling Southbound when the vehicle ran off the right side of the roadway, overturned and struck a tree. Farris was transported by ambulance to Cox South Hospital in Springfield with moderate injuries.

The vehicle which sustained extensive damage was towed

by Jim’s Body Shop. The accident was investigated by Sgt. C.A. Hogue.

A two-vehicle accident occurred on Friday, January 15 at 10:53 a.m. in Wright County on Route H, 5 miles East of Grovespring. According to reports a 2006 Toyota Corolla operated by Julia B. Mundy, 33 of Mtn. Grove was traveling Westbound when she struck a 1994 Chevrolet truck operated

by Wesley R. Winkler, 81 of Falcon head-on. Mundy was flown by air ambulance to Cox South Hospital in Springfield with serious injuries while Winkler was flown by air ambulance to Mercy Hospital in Springfield with serious injuries.

Both vehicles sustained total damage and were towed by Mansfield Towing. The accident was investigated by Trooper R.D. Crewse and assisted by the Wright County Sheriff’s Office and Grovespring Fire and Rescue.

Mountain View Police Department reports are printed directly off reports provided by the Mountain View Police Department and are public record. Persons arrested for criminal offenses, or charges set forth in an indictment, are merely accusations and they are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

CITATIONS Wednesday, January 13, 2016 Kenneth William Hunter, 32 of Sikeston was issued a citation for fail to display license plate.

Saturday, January 16, 2016 Joseph Zeke Stark, 31 of West Plains was issued citations for knowingly driving while license is suspended/revoked; fail to show proof of insurance and fail to display license plates.

Joe M. Reese, 38 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for fail to wear seatbelt.

Sunday, January 17, 2016 Matthew Jameson Tice, 25 of Mtn. View was issued citations for fail to display license plate; knowingly driving while license is suspended/revoked and fail to show proof of insurance.

INCIDENTS Monday, January 11 thru January 18, 2016 Report of an unresponsive female, transported by EMS. Female stated she knew of someone who had a deer as a pet. She stated it was out in the county. Female subject was given contact information for the Missouri Department of Conservation.

Reporting party reported her ex-boyfriend has used her SSN to charge stuff on Paypal. She requested a report so Paypal could investigate.

Mother reporting a situation between her daughter and boyfriend. Officers advised the process of obtaining a protection order.

A concerned mother advising that her son had gotten in a fight and the child that provoked it was bullying him.

Found an elderly man that was disoriented on the roadway with a golf cart. A passerby helped officers get the man home.

Officer took a report for harassment on social media.

Suspicious person complaint walking down E. 5th Street.

Officers made contact with the subject and he stated that he was just walking home.

Officers were dispatched to James Street near Hazel for a report of property damage. Upon arrival officers took a report of a male subject that was operating a lawn mower that threw rocks through a side glass of a parked vehicle.

Officers were dispatched to West Hwy. 60 near Smith Flooring for a report of a C&I driver. Officers were unable to find the vehicle after arriving in the area.

Officers were dispatched to James Street Apartments for an unresponsive female possibly having a seizure. When officers arrived on scene the female was slumped over in a chair. She had a pulse and was breathing. The female regained consciousness; when EMS arrived she refused medical treatment.

Officers were dispatched to E. 1st Street for a female trying to over dose on medication. Female was transported by ambulance to OMC. MVPD was advised of a 15-year-old male juvenile that had run away from family members at CJ’s Restaurant.

MVPD was advised that the juvenile had run away in the past. After a short search MVPD was contacted and advised that the juvenile had walked to a family residence in town.

No further action was taken.

Officers were dispatched to W. 5th Street for a report of a male refusing to leave. When officers arrived on scene the male was gone. The reporting party stated that the subject was arguing with her about a personal matter and whens he told him to leave he did not until after the police were called.

Officers received a walk-in at MVPD. A male subject was wanting information on area groups that helped local people needing monetary assistance. Officers advised of several local outreach centers.

Female stopped by the PD asking for directions to the Agape House.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

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37th Judicial Circuit Court Proceedings

Howell, Shannon, Carter, Oregon County Filings - January 11 thru January 18 Information in this section relates to filings made in the 37th Judicial Circuit Court, which presides over Howell, Shannon, Carter and Oregon Counties. Unless cases have officially been disposed, filings against any person or persons do not in any way imply guilt or liability. These filings are a part of public record provided as a public service to communities in the district.

HOWELL COUNTY Dist/Del/Manf/Produce Or Attempt to Possess With Intent To Dist/Del/ Manf/Produce A Controlled Substance (Felony): Christopher R. Brown of West Plains; Walter L. Stewart of West Plains; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Jasmine M. Mesa of West Plains; Vincent W. Scott of Pomona; Theresa M. Love of Pomona; Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $500 Or More But Less Than $25,000 (Felony): Michael A. Jacobson of Mtn. View; Devon E. Luck of Willow Springs; Randle Lee Ledbetter of Mtn. View; Tampering With Motor Vehicle-1st Degree (Felony): Jasmine M. Mesa of West Plains; Devon E. Luck of Willow Springs; Burglary-2nd Degree (Felony): Devon E. Luck of Willow Springs; Devon E. Luck of Willow Springs; Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $25,000 Or More (Felony): Devon E. Luck of Willow Springs; Resisting/Interfering With Arrest For A Felony (Felony): Jasmine M. Mesa of West Plains; Domestic Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): Austin J. Reed of West Plains; Bryan C. Henderson of West Plains; Knowingly Burning Or Exploding (Felony): John B. Piraino of West Plains; Fugitive From Out Of State (Felony): Dana L. Jensen of Viola, AR; Assault-L/E, C/O, E/P, Highway Worker, Utility Worker Or P&P-Criminal Neglect-Create Risk Of Death/Serious Physical Injury-2nd Degree (Felony): Aleksey B. Belinskiy, Jr. of Willow Springs; Assault/Attempt Assault-L/E, C/O, E/P, Highway Worker, Utility Worker Or P&P-Other Than Deadly Weapon Or Dangerous Instrument/Physical Injury-2nd Degree (Felony): Aleksey B. Belinskiy, Jr. of Willow Springs; Stealing Leased Or Rented Property (Felony): Ashley N. Raymond of West

Plains; Resisting Arrest/Detention/Stop By Fleeing-Creating A Substantial Risk Of Serious Injury/Death To Any Person (Felony): Jason P. Emmel of West Plains; Pursuing/Taking/Killed/ Possessed Or Disposed Of Wildlife Illegally (Misdemeanor): Logan R. Black of Moody; DWI-Alcohol (Misdemeanor): Matthew J. Tice of Mtn. View; Stealing Leased Or Rented Property (Misdemeanor): Amanda Elizabeth Reese of Mtn. View; Jordan W. Gutierrez of West Plains; Resisting/Interfering With Arrest, Detention Or Stop (Misdemeanor): Richard A. Bristow of West Plains; Passing Bad Check-Less Than $500 (Misdemeanor): Paula Christina Parsons of Van Buren; Ruth M. Hoyt of Willow Springs; Denesa L. Hale of West Plains; Shantella M. Golay of Joplin; Pamela Sue Eck of Comstock Park, MI; Violation Of Order Of Protection For Adult (Misdemeanor): Randle Lee Ledbetter of Mtn. View; Possession Of Up To 35 Grams Marijuana (Misdemeanor): Christopher R. Brown of West Plains; Matthew J. Tice of Mtn. View; Trespass-1st Degree (Misdemeanor): Jasmine M. Mesa of West Plains; Devon E. Luck of Willow Springs; Property Damage-2nd Degree (Misdemeanor): Jasmine M. Mesa of West Plains; Fail To Register Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): James A. Bingham of Willow Springs; Operate Motor Vehicle With Vision Reducing Material Applied To Windshield/Excess Vision Reducing Material Applied To Side Window (Misdemeanor): Allen Ray Shanks of Willow Springs; Fail To Drive On Right Half Of Roadway When Roadway Was Of Sufficient Width, Causing An Immediate Threat Of Accident (Misdemeanor): Matthew J. Tice of Mtn. View; Fail To Drive On Right Half Of Roadway When Roadway Was Of Sufficient Width (Misdemeanor): Vincent W. Scott of Pomona; Fail To Equip Motor Vehicle/Motor Drawn Vehicle With Rear License Lamp/ To Illuminate License 50 Feet (Misdemeanor): Vincent W. Scott of Pomona; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid

License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Vincent W. Scott of Pomona; William Z. Donner of West Plains; Operate Motor Carrier Vehicle On Tires Fabric Exposed/Inferior Load Rate/Groove Depth (Misdemeanor): Nathan Alexander Kent of Clearfield, UT; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Ashley N. Raymond of West Plains; Matthew J. Tice of Mtn. View; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Daymond B. Hawkins of West Plains; Ashley N. Raymond of West Plains; Eric W. Kaut of Mtn. View; Benny Ray Thompson of West Plains; Dugan Lender Pierce of Pomona; Katie Elizabeth Kallbreier of West Plains; Matthew Stephen Johnson of West Plains; James A. Bingham of Willow Springs; Taylor Daniel Sheehan of Mtn. View; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Delia T. Moody of Birch Tree; Vincent W. Scott of Pomona; Dugan Lender Pierce of Pomona; Amber D. Seilhan of Mtn. View; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH (Infraction): Delia T. Moody of Birch Tree; Micky L. Bales of Mtn. View; Wayne William Foster of Nixa; Dugan Lender Pierce of Pomona; Taylor Daniel Sheehan of Mtn. View; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH (Misdemeanor): Rodney Williams James of Springfield; Ali S. Aldahim of Bowling Green, KY; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH (Misdemeanor): Dakota William Walters of Doniphan; Michael S. Meridith of Fayetteville, AR; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 26 MPH Or More (Misdemeanor): Shamia Tarae Hopper of Hornlake, MS; Jake A. Bruno of Southhaven, MS; Drake Williams Clemow of Overland Park, KS; Andrew James Bridgers of Batesville, AR; Dissolution With Children: Sharye Ann Eades of West Plains vs. Nathan J. Eades of West Plains; Small Claims Over $100: Lyrae Fenton of Mtn. View vs. Toni Rene Johnson of West Plains;

Breach Of Contract: America’s Car-Mart, Inc. A Corporation of Bentonville, AR vs. Jacob S. Patterson of Willow Springs; Discover Bank of New Albany, OH vs. Allen Adams of West Plains; Synchrony Bank of Alpharetta, GA vs. Billy R. Coley of West Plains; Synchrony Bank of Alpharetta, GA vs. Todd Workman of West Plains; Promissory Note: Tower Loan Of Missouri LLC DBA Tower Loan Of West Plains vs. Stanley A. Welker and Mildred P. Welker of West Plains; Suit On Account: Professional Credit Management, Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs.

Mary K. McGrath of Willow Springs; Professional Credit Management, Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Ricky Dale Harris of West Plains; Professional Credit Management, Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Blaine Rybolt of West Plains; Professional Credit Management, Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Ken Gibson of Mammoth Spring, AR; Professional Credit Management, Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Angela K. Havens of Willow Springs; Professional Credit Management, Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Kristy L. Housley of West Plains; LVNV Funding of Greenville, SC vs. Ellie F. Yanko of Willow Springs.

SHANNON COUNTY Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Cayla Lee

Buckner of Winona; Fail To Signal/Gave Improper Signal When Stopping/Turning Left Or Right (Misdemeanor): Samuel E. Smith of Birch Tree; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Shawn D. Wilkins of Birch Tree; Roger Glen Bradshaw of Birch Tree; Unlawfully Operate All-Terrain Vehicle Upon Highway (Misdemeanor): Samuel E. Smith of Birch Tree; Fail To Display Plates On Motor Vehicle/Trailer (Infraction): Arthur King of Kirksville; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Shawn D. Wilkins of Birch Tree; Arthur King of Kirksville; Roger Glen Bradshaw of Birch Tree; Tammy Lynn Bradshaw of Birch Tree; Timothy L. Bryant of Birch Tree; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH (Infraction): Shawn D. Wilkins of Birch Tree; Christopher Dewayne Oliver of Kennett; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 16-19 MPH Over (Ordinance): Tristen Samuel Coleman of Alton; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 20-25 MPH Over (Ordinance): James Phillippe of Stowell, TX; Dissolution With Children: Lacey A. Basham of Winona vs. Jason T. Basham of Eminence.

Navy is responsible for providing energy to the boat and ensures the boat does not lose power.

“I like the feeling of protecting my country, while I help out my shipmates,” said Vance.

Measuring 560 feet long, 42 feet wide and weighing more than 16,500 tons, a nuclear-powered propulsion system helps push the ship through the water at more than 20 knots.

The Navy’s ballistic missile submarines, often referred to as “boomers,” serve as an undetectable launch platform for intercontinental ballistic missiles. They are designed specifically for stealth, extended patrols and the precise delivery of missiles if directed by the President. The Ohio-class design allows the submarines to operate for 15 or more years between major overhauls. On average, the submarines spend 77 days at sea followed by 35 days in-port for maintenance.

“We demand the highest standards from our Sailors both professionally and personally,” said Rear Admiral Randy Crites, Commander, Submarine Group Ten in Kings Bay, Ga. “Petty Officer Vance’s

Burn

• Welch Lodge prescribed burn unit: 209 acres • Devils Well unit: 323 acres In order to ensure the safety of firefighters and the public, foot and vehicle travel in or near the prescribed fire operations may be temporarily restricted. Firefighters plan to conduct prescribed burns during weather conditions that will allow for smoke to disperse without causing negative impacts. However, smoke may impair visibility in the vicinity of the prescribed burn and could linger low in the atmosphere over a broad geographic area. Individuals with respiratory ailments are encouraged to take extra precautions to avoid exposure to smoke. Anyone who is concerned about the potential impacts of smoke from a prescribed burn can request to

MSHP

sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Smith is being held at the Marion County Jail on a $50,000 bond. The officer-involved shooting is being in-

CARTER COUNTY Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $500 Or More But Less Than $25,000 (Felony): Marsha R. Brown of Ellsinore; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 6-10 MPH Over (Ordinance): Clinton E. Withrow of Sims, IL; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 11-15 MPH Over (Ordinance): Bailey Renee Brown of Clarksville, TN; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 16-19 MPH Over (Ordinance): Amy R. Brown of Lavergne, TN; Suit On Account: Credit Bureau Services of Columbia vs. Kathy A. Phelps of Grandin.

OREGON COUNTY Domestic Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): James E. Baldridge of Mammoth Spring, AR; Endangering The Welfare Of A Child-2nd Degree (Misdemeanor): Lee Mason Smith of Thayer; Operate A Motor Vehicle In A Careless And Imprudent Manner (Misdemeanor): Lee Mason Smith of Thayer; Minor Visibly Intoxicated/Blood Alcohol Content More Than .02%-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Colton Ray Turner of Alton; Failure To Register Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): Derek Lee Durbin of Alton; Trespass (Ordinance): Wesley Alan Simpson of Alton.

From Page One chain of command, family and our great nation take immense pride in his devotion and service to his country. The importance of our Sailors is immeasurable; people like Randol Vance are absolutely crucial to ensuring our Ships and Submarines are operating at their best - always mission ready, providing our Nation with the greatest Navy the world has ever known. I’m so very proud he is on our team.”

Vance is part of the boat’s gold crew, one of the two rotating crews, which allow the ship to be deployed on missions more often without taxing one crew too much. A typical crew on this submarine is approximately 150 officers and enlisted Sailors.

Because of the stressful environment aboard submarines, personnel are accepted only after rigorous testing and observation. Submariners are some of the most highly trained and skilled people in the Navy. The training is highly technical and each crew has to be able to operate, maintain, and repair every system or piece of equipment on board. Regardless of

their specialty, everyone also has to learn how everything on the ship works and how to respond in emergencies to become “qualified in submarines” and earn the right to wear the coveted gold or silver dolphins on their uniform.

“I like experiencing the close knit family the Navy provides,” Vance said. “When I have problems I know they will be handled immediately.”

Although it is difficult for most people to imagine living on a submarine, challenging submarine living conditions actually build strong fellowship among the crew. The crews are highly motivated, and quickly adapt to changing conditions.

It is a busy life of specialized work, watches, and drills.

As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Vance and other Maryland sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes.

“Since joining the Navy, I learned the importance of honesty, so I do not experience repercussions when being dishonest,” Vance added.

From Page One be added to the park’s notification list in order to be contacted in advance.

Prescribed burning has a variety of purposes, including the reduction of fuel accumulations near developed areas, which helps reduce the threat of unplanned wildland fires in and around Ozark National Scenic Riverways. Prescribed fire benefits native plants and animals in a variety of ways.

Deer, turkeys, collared lizards and other species benefit from the use of fire to maintain or improve the habitat they depend on. Native habitats such as glades, savannas, and woodlands can suffer from woody overgrowth in the absence of fire.

The National Park Service works cooperatively with other local land management

agencies to conduct prescribed burns each spring. If you would like to receive additional information about other prescribed burns in the local area, please contact Missouri Department of Conservation at (573)2263616 or the U.S. Forest Service at (573)364-4621. For more information about prescribed burns at Ozark Riverways or to be included on the park’s notification list, contact Dena Matteson at (573) 323-8028 or dena_matteson@nps.gov. We encourage all to visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/ozar or our Facebook page for further updates.

Ozark National Scenic Riverways preserves the free-flowing Current and Jacks Fork Rivers, the surrounding resources, and the unique cultural heritage of the Ozark people.

From Page One vestigated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control.

The charge for which the individual was arrested is mere

accusation and is not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of the charge must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.

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Area volleyball standouts bring their talents to the Grizzlies

THREE AREA VOLLEYBALL STANDOUTS have decided to become Grizzlies at Missouri State University-West Plains. Rachel Holthaus, in left photo, a 2015 graduate of Winona High School, shows off her signed National Letter of Intent to play for the Grizzlies in an image she posted to her Facebook page, and Johonna Walkup and Kaitlyn Raith, in photo at right, who will graduate from Mtn. View-Birch Tree Liberty High School in May, recently signed their letters in a ceremony at their high school.

Front row from left in photo at right: Walkup’s mother Janell Walker, Walkup, Raith, and Raith’s mother Jenny Raith. Back row: Grizzly Volleyball Assistant Coach Briana Walsh, Liberty Eagle Head Volleyball Coach Shari Tune, and Grizzly Volleyball Head Coach Paula Wiedemann. (Photo provided to the Standard)

Jeremiah Halbert named to College of the Ozarks Dean’s List Jeremiah Halbert of Halbert is a Liberty High Birch Tree was named to School graduate. the College of the Ozarks To qualify for the Dean’s fall 2015 Dean’s List.

List, students must main-

tain a 3.6 minimum grade point average during the semester and carry at least 15 credit hours.

Drury announces 2015 Dean’s List Earning a spot on Drury University’s Dean’s List is a significant accomplishment; it means a student earned a grade point average of 3.6 or greater on a 4-point scale) while carrying a full-time course load of 12 or more semester hours at Drury.

Drury University is

ranked 8th among MidShannon Hamilton west Regional UniversiMary Langston ties in the United States Barbara Wallander in the publication U.S. Willow Springs, MO News & World Report Raymond Aspey Best Colleges 2015.

Ashtin Bathon In the fall 2015 seRex Churchill mester, the following Dewayne Cook student(s) made the Irina Coursen Dean’s list for the day Kimberly Dyer school: Melissa Sillyman Mountain View, MO Mike Sillyman

Students at Mtn. View Elementary who were named to the honor roll for the second quarter include: Second Grade-Anderson: Brady Altermatt, Breanna Bey, Mallory Collins, Emma Faulkner,

Ciara Gray, Aidan Harvey, Kaidyn Henry, Hayden Oziah, Lily Perego, Trenton Perkins, Victoria Sabado and Kelbie Smith. Second Grade-Frazier: Morgan Brawley, Cheyanne Brooks,

Three area volleyball standouts who come from storied programs will bring their considerable talents to the Missouri State University-West Plains Grizzly Volleyball team for the 2016 season.

Rachel Holthaus, a 2015 graduate of Winona High School, and Kaitlyn Raith and Johonna Walkup, who will graduate from Mtn. View-Birch Tree Liberty High School this May, have signed paperwork agreeing to play for the Grizzlies beginning next fall.

“We are thrilled to have Rachel, Kaitlyn and Johonna join our team,” Grizzly Volleyball Head Coach Paula Wiedemann said. “All three are high caliber players and come from programs with a winning tradition. As such, they understand the high expectations that come from playing for such teams, so they will bring that attitude with them and fit in well with our program.”

Holthaus is one of the most decorated volleyball players in Missouri history. Not only did she earn all-district, all-region and all-state honors all four years of her career with the Wildcats, she also was a first team Max Preps All-American for small schools her junior and senior year and was on the Max Preps National Volleyball Player of the Year Watch List in 2014. In addition she was a Prep Volleyball High School All-American in 2014 and the first runner up for Missouri Gatorade Volleyball Player of the Year in 2015. The American Volleyball Coaches Association

(AVCA) also listed her on its Phenom List in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.

“You watch a player like this play throughout her high school career, and you see how she dominated at that level, I’m just really thrilled we have the opportunity to have her as part of our program,” Wiedemann said.

Holthaus, who helped guide her Wildcats to three consecutive Missouri Class 1 State Volleyball Championships from 2012 to 2014, originally signed with NCAA Division I Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, but due to several circumstances, including changes in that program and a family illness at home, Holthaus decided to leave the program.

“I always told her dad if something changed, Rachel could always give me a call, and something changed,” Wiedemann said. “She’s very excited about this opportunity. She wants to make a mark as a player wherever she goes. She wants to play the game she loves, and she’s going to bring a lot to the team because of her love for the game.”

Holthaus is a versatile player who can play multiple positions on the court, Wiedemann said. “Her ability to fit her strengths into what the team needs is a strong point and can be extremely valuable,” she added.

Raith and Walkup also will bring a lot to the Grizzly program. Both have earned all-South Central Association (SCA) Conference, all-district, all-region

Tytus Jester, Tyler Layman, Jadeyn Melby, Alex Peterson, Braidyn Schulz, Sabrina Snyder and Aryanna Tillman.

Third Grade–Atkins: Nicole Dennis, Parker Holden, Korie Lind, Taylor Manley, Ryelan Marriott, Shyanna Purdy, Matthew Roby and Nevaeh Wheeler. Third Grade-Hadley: Jackson Cobb, Lillyanna Flygare Mohesky, Parker Foster, Taylor Gastineau, Ashlynn Henry, Seth Holloway, Courtny Lancaster, Esaia Pasay, Lukas Perkins, Quenton

Reese, Garrett Reller, Addyson Rutledge, Kaylie Wagner and Dominic Wilfong. Third Grade–Kelly: Bailee Abbott, Grace Conner, Kaydence Farris, Landon Hines, Lillie McAdams, Teytam McClellan, Avery Miller, Gavin Reese and Cabella Young.

Fourth Grade-Barnes: Grace Berkshire, Parker Brady, Kyle Draeger, Kaylie Foster, Terrell Gaines, Ava Greenan, Braden Harring, Colton Honeycutt, Corbin Lowe, Cole Matthews, Aingeal Nugent,

and all-state honors during their careers with the Eagles, and they guided their team to three consecutive SCA Championships, three consecutive district championships and the Missouri Class 2 State Volleyball Championship in 2014.

Raith was named SCA Libero of the Year in 2014 and 2015, and Walkup was the SCA Most Valuable Player in 2014 and 2015.

“These two all-state players have accomplished a lot as part of a Liberty Eagles,” Wiedemann said. “Like Rachel and Winona, they have won a state championship and are part of a winning tradition as a team, which is valuable when you look at players. Kaitlyn and Johonna bring different talents, as far as the positions they play, but watching them on the court, you see the talent they possess and the connection they have with each other and with their team. I’m excited they both decided to come play for the Grizzlies.”

Walkup, Wiedemann said, is very versatile as an attacker and a six-rotation player, which is always a plus and a valuable addition to the Grizzlies. Raith’s good instincts, quickness and communication skills on the court are what caught Wiedemann’s eye and are among the many qualities you want to see in a libero.

“With these three new additions to our team, I’m very excited about the upcoming season,” Wiedemann said.

For more information about the Grizzly Volleyball team, visit the team’s website at http://wp.missouristate.edu/grizzly/vb/.

Mtn. View Elementary holds second quarter awards assembly Dawson Collins, Sarina Cox, Kelsey Goldsmith, Brayden Harrison, Wyatt Henry, Kristian Hite, Ayden Johnson, Bently Lawson, Brendon Little, Kale McCann, Piper Nichols, Kyle Roberts, Dani Thomas, Baylor White, Calle Woolsey and Kayden Woolsey. Second Grade-Sizemore: Jade Acklin, Robert Bloom, Chenoa Bradford-Turner, Zackary Bradshaw, Allen Clements, Janie Davis, Mary Jane Flygare Mohesky, Allie Graham, Madeline Hill,

Ruger Owens, Carter Pruett, Sydney Radford and Mackinzie Tomey. Fourth Garde-Beach: Toby Balfour, Mason Bloom, Sydney Bryan, Kaycie Cooper, Kallie Henry, Dallas Kyle, Trenton Layman, Madison Matthews, Colten McNew, Drew Sanders and Ellee Whittaker.Fourth Grade– Safranek: Morgan Brashers, Madyson Day, Sydney Gastineau, Tyler Huffman, DeWyatt McClellan, Eli Moore, Kaylie Shoemaker, Devon Snider and Tanna Tate. Fifth Grade-Duckett: Kal Acklin, Jaden Anderson, Jenna Bailey, Kenzie Daniels, Devon Doverspike, Lucas Frazier, Korinne Goodchild, Maddy Hedden, Dakota Lee, Chade Noble, Abbi Orchard, Kason Richards, Owen Roberts and Ashton Stanley. Fifth Grade–Spittler: Madison Barnes, Mayan Castaneda, Keegun Daniels, Dylan Henry, Melissa McAfee, Olivia Miller and Drew Ripko.

Fifth Grade–Stephens: AdPrincipal’s Award - Students at Mtn. View Elementary who won the Principal’s Award for ison Burks, Lyla Cornman, Perfect Attendance - Paris Sudberry was the winner drawn from the names of students receiving perfect atten- the second quarter are: Ava Gaw, Kanzada Smth, Janie Davis, Principal Loren Smith, Garrett Chloe Kelts and Sydnee Reller, Casey Tharp and Madyson Day. (Photo provided to the Standard) dance. (Photo provided to the Standard) LaFevers.

Random Acts of Kindness - Two Mtn. View Elementary students were drawn from the Random Acts of Kindness drawing. Pictured above Sarina Cox and Bella Young. (Photo provided to the Standard)

Perfect Attendance - Students at Mtn. View Elementary who received perfect attendance for the second quarter include: Pre-School: AM Class-Mya Dickson, Makenna Martin, Eden McBride and Isaac Miller. PM Class-Jacelyn Bales and Zander Butler-Thiemer. Kindergarten: Liam Bond, Dalton Boyd, Rhys Clark, Dalton Dickerson, Malachi Gross, Caden Lee, Nattalie Sanchez and Kaiden Swearingen. First Grade: Blayne Altermatt, Karisa Brock, Matthew Brooks, Hayden Goodchild, Jasper Melby and Kendal Permenter. Second Grade: Jade Acklin, Brady Altermatt, Janie Davis, Peyton Forester, Kelsey Goldsmith, Aiden Harvey, Tyler Layman, Jadeyn Melby, Bryleigh Perkins, Tucker Thomas and Calle Woolsey. Third Grade: Hailey Day, Parker Foster, Christopher Sharr, Ethan Shomaker and Christopher Springman. Fourth Grade: Kaylie Foster, Joseph Gehlken, Dallas Kyle, Trenton Layman, Corbin Lowe, Ruger Owens, Drew Sanders, Devin Snider, Paris Sudberry and Ellee Whittaker. Fifth Grade: Jaden Anderson, Samuel Antrim, Cason Brock, Adison Burks, Lyla Cornman, Britany Forester, Christina Hoffrichter, Sydnee LaFevers, Melissa Mcafee, Ellie McBride, Olivia Miller, Kaden Odermatt, Kason Richards, Levi Roberts, Ashton Stanley and Kody Waggoner. (Photo provided to the Standard)

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Affordable Health Screenings coming to Mtn. View

How to Find Discounts for People with Disabilities Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any worthwhile discounts available to people with disabilities, and if so, how can I find them? My wife – who’s 48 – has Multiple Sclerosis that now requires her to use a wheelchair.

Need to Save Dear Need, There are actually a wide variety of discounts and services available to people with disabilities and those living with a chronic illness that can literally save you hundreds and even thousands of dollars each year. Here are some tips to help you find them.

Always Ask The first thing to know is that most businesses that offer discounts to people with disabilities or their escorts don’t publicize them, so it’s important to always ask.

Also note that most nonprofit organizations and government agencies that provide disabled services or benefits will require proof of disability through a letter from your doctor or some other form of verification before they will accommodate you.

Search Locally The disabled discounts available to your wife will vary depending on where you live, so a good place to start is to contact the local chapter of the nonprofit organization that specializes in your particular disease or disability – in your wife’s case that would be the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (nationalmssociety.org, 800-344-4867).

Local chapters often know where to find discounts on the medical supplies, mobility equipment and support services.

Some organizations have even negotiated special discounted rates with suppliers, and a few even provide subsidized equipment directly.

To search for other disability or disease specific organizations, use any Internet search engine, any type in your disease or disability followed by organizations – for example “Arthritis Organizations” or “Hearing Loss Organizations.”

Search Online DisabledDiscounts.com is one of the best resources for finding disabled discounts online. This is a free website that lists thousands of discounts in all 50 states. You search by state and county in 30 different categories ranging from assistive technology to federal and state tax discounts, entertainment to education and so much more.

Also visit Benefits.gov and BenefitsCheckUp.org, two great sites that will help you look for financial assistance programs your wife and you may be eligible for, and will tell you how to apply. And see Disability.gov, a site that connects people with disabilities to helpful programs and services in your area.

Types of Discounts Here are a few examples of the different types of disabled discounts and services that are out there.

Recreation: Most movie theaters, museums, zoos, theme parks and aquariums provide reduced admission to people with disabilities or their escort. And, the National Park Service offers the “America The Beautiful Access Pass” (see nps.gov/findapark/passes.htm) to disabled residents, which provides a lifetime of free access into all national parks and federal recreational lands.

Taxes: There are numerous federal tax deductions and credits available to people with disabilities, and a number of states and counties also offer property tax deductions to disabled homeowners.

Utilities: Many utility companies, including electric, gas, phone, water and trash services offer discounts to customers who are disabled, elderly or low income.

Communication devices: 47 states have equipment distribution programs (see tedpa.org) that offer free amplified telephones to residents with hearing impairment.

Home modifications: There are a number of federal, state, local and nonprofit organizations that help pay for home accessibility improvements like wheelchair ramps, handrails and grab bars for elderly and disabled people in need.

Travel: Amtrak offers a 15 percent rail fare discount to adult passengers with a disability and up to one traveling companion.

Reading services: For those with vision or physical impairments that make it difficult for them to read, the Library of Congress (see loc.gov/nls) offers a “Talking Books” program that provides free audiobooks, magazines and audio equipment. And the National Federation of the Blind offers a free newspaper and magazine reading service at nfbnewslineonline.org.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

New beginnings cancer support group to meet in February The New Beginnings cancer support group is a new group that will include all types of cancer. We are warriors and survivors in our battle against cancer. Learn more about the progress we’re making.

The group meets at the Mtn. View Community Center in Mtn. View. The first meeting will be Tuesday, February 2 at 5:30 p.m. Family members and caregivers of cancer survivors are encouraged to attend.

The group provides a caring and confidential atmosphere.

They focus on resources, support, education, nutrition, early cancer detection and the battle against depression. The primary emphasis is quality of life. We are in this fight together!

The group looks forward to meeting any members and provide a helping hand.

Residents living in and around the Mountain View, Missouri can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Mountain View Community Center will host this community event on 1/28/2016. The site is located at 125 E 1st Street in Mountain View.

Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health.

• HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels • Diabetes risk • Bone density as a risk for possible osteoporosis • Kidney and thyroid function, and more Screenings are affordable, convenient and accessible for wheelchairs and those with trouble walking. Free parking is also available.

Packages start at $149, but consultants will work with you to create a package that is right for you based on your age and risk factors. Call 1-877-237-1287 or visit our website at www.lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.

Mark and Kristin Long, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Cordell Randolph, born at 1:46 p.m. December 26 at Ozarks Medical Center (OMC). He weighed 8 pounds 2 1/2 ounces and was 21 inches long. His siblings are Nichols, 13; Benton, 4; and Emmett, 1. Grandparents are Lee and Shirley Cooper, Mountain View; Vickie Cooper, Springfield; Alvin Long, Harrison; and Diana May, Fredericktown, Missouri.

Anthony Glor and Jessica Brown, West Plains, are the parents of a baby girl, Makenna Emberly Glor, born at 4:56 p.m. December 26 at OMC. She weighed 8 pounds 4 1/2 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Mike and Maureen Butler, West Plains; Thomas Brown and Tracey Sheppard, Steelville, Missouri; and Randy and Trish Glor, Oxford, Arkansas.

Lance and Sammi Radosevich, West Plains, are the parents of a baby girl, Emory Claire, born at 1:31 p.m.

December 27 at OMC. She weighed 5 pounds 5 1/2 ounces and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Mike and Judy Renfrow, West Plains; Rob Radosevich, Farmington, Iowa; and Kim Adams, Eminence.

Breana Krusen, West Plains, is the parent of a baby boy, Rhyder Bruce Krusen, born at 7:17 a.m. December 28 at OMC. He weighed 8 pounds 14 1/2 ounces and was 21 inches long. His sibling is Brynlee, 2. Grandparents are Tony Krusen, Thayer, and Stefanie Brimm, West Plains.

Seth Brown and Destinee Shuping, Mammoth Spring, are the parents of a baby boy, Braxton Lawrence Brown, born at 4:32 p.m. December 28 at OMC. He weighed 6 pounds 11 1/2 ounces and was 14 1/2 inches long.

Grandparents are David and Martha Shuping, Mammoth Spring, and Edward and Rebecca Brown, Thayer.

Brian and Andrea Russell, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Levi Joseph, born at 5:56 p.m. December 28 at OMC. He weighed 8 pounds 8 1/2 ounces and was 21 1/4 inches long. His sibling is Logan, 3.

James Lindsey and Dezirae Mitchell Denny, Mountain View, are the parents of a baby boy, Skyler Dale Lindsey, born at 9:49 a.m. December 29 at OMC. He weighed 6 pounds 3 1/2 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long. His sibling is Kalab, 3. Grandparents are Jeff and Cheryl Deckard, Rogersville, Missouri; Jerry Mitchell, Sturgeon, Missouri; and Greg and Trina Carter, Mountain View.

Josh and Sandra McCoy, Caulfield, are the parents of a baby girl, Hannah Faith, born at 1:01 p.m. December 29 at OMC. She weighed 10 pounds 13 ounces and was 22 1/2 inches long. Her sibling is Nevaeh, 2. Grandparents are Jose Jr. and Melinda Meza, San Antonio, Texas, and Trudy and Miles Guffey, Mountain View.

John and Vicki Johnson, Thayer, are the parents of a baby boy, John Clayton, born at 4:19 a.m. December 30 at OMC. He weighed 7 pounds 8 ounces. His siblings are Jasmine, 16, and Alicia, 10. Grandparents are John Johnson, Monroe, Louisiana; Deborah Etzold, Gulf Port, Mississippi; and Jannie Brown, Clarksville, Indiana.

Brian Strong and Susan Garvin, West Plains, are the parents of twin baby boys, Breton Eugene Strong and Bradon Dean Strong, born on December 30 at OMC. Breton was born at 1:45 p.m. and weighed 5 pounds 5 1/2 ounces and was 17 3/4 inches long. Bradon was born at 1:58 p.m. and was 5 pounds 11 ounces and was 18 inches long. Their siblings are Kayla, 15; Damien, 9; and DJ, 2. Grandparents are Susan Lewis, Sherwood, Arkansas; Marion Strong and Pam Strong, Fort Smith, Arkansas; and Bruce Bess and Joyce Bess, Kansas City, Missouri.

Matthew and Katherine Oaks, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Paxton Lee, born at 7:58 a.m.

January 1 at OMC. He weighed 7 pounds 10 1/2 ounces and was 19 1/2 long. His sibling is Hudson, 2. Grandparents are Chuck and Jackie Brotherton, West Plains, and Ricky and Maria Oaks, Peace Valley.

Jared and Jamie Story, Willow Springs, are the parents of a baby girl, Avery Alexandra, born at 11:34 p.m. January 1 at OMC. She weighed 6 pounds 11 ounces and was 19 1/4 inches long. Her siblings are Lindzy, 12; Gabriel, 11; Shawn, 7; Seth, 4; and Asher, 2. Grandparents are Cheteena Huey; Clarence and Maureen Story; and Cody Belts, all of Willow Springs.

Kelly and Jennifer McDonald, Mountain View, are the parents of a baby girl, Courtney Grace, born at 11:57 a.m. January 3 at OMC. She weighed 6 pounds 10 1/2 ounces and was 19 inches long. Her sibling is Daniel, 1.

Grandparents are David Miller, Peoria, Illinois; Sandra Miller, Jackson, Missouri; Marty McDonald, Piedmont, Missouri; and Debbie McDonald, Jackson, Missouri.

Skyler Holmgren and Zoe Ratliff, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Eli Steven Holmgren, born at 5:40 p.m. January 6 at OMC. He weighed 6 pounds 5 ounces and was 20 1/4 inches long. Grandparents are Donald Jewell and Sissy Ratliff, Mammoth Spring, and Steve Holmgren and Lonna Holmgren, Salem, Arkansas.

DECEMBER 2015 CITY/COUNTY INSPECTIONS Auntie Annes, 1310 Preacher Roe, West Plains. *No violations observed*.

Bootleggers BBQ, 1464 Gibson Ave., West Plains. *No violations observed*. Approved for opening.

Burger King, 1317 Preacher Roe, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 3 Observed flooring at/under drive thru soda fountain and dry storage/soda storage in need of cleaning; observed product stored uncovered in walk-in freezer – keep covered to prevent possible contamination; observed fryer vent hood with grease accumulation, in need of cleaning.

Crosscut Homestyle Kitchen, 208 E. 5th St., Mtn. View.

Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed prep employee without proper hair restraint – hat, hairnet or visor required; observed prep area flooring, microwave, shelving area and oven in need of cleaning.

Dairy Princess, 117 W. Broadway, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed sanitizer strength in front 3-vat sink low (below 50 ppm) – must maintain at 50-100 ppm; observed back storage room flooring and shelving in need of cleaning.

20/20 Market (formerly Flash Market #417), 14680 State Route 17, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed lights not properly shielded in prep and storage areas – lights must be shielded or shatter resistant bulbs used.

Get & Go Safe, 130 N. Howell, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 3 Observed no hot water available at bathroom and back area sinks – 2nd notice – repair/replace water heater; observed back door open, place screen door to prevent entrance of pest control; observed back area light not working.

Hardee’s of Southwest Missouri, 905 Porter Wagoner, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed no hand washing signage at dish/prep area hand sink; observed walk-in cooler temperature at 47° F during inspection – cooler temperature lowered on-site, maintain cooler at or below 41° F. Huddle House, 210 Jan Howard Expressway, West Plains.

Critical: 0 Non-critical: 3 Observed cutting boards on prep/grill line in need of replacement – 2nd notice; observed gravy not hot held at 135° F or higher – gravy at 107° F at time of inspection; observed small leak at dish area spray arm in need of repair.

KT’s Kitchen, 7838 US Hwy. 60, Mtn. View. *No violations observed*. Approved for opening. Will inspect in 2 weeks.

Lightning Bowl, 1515 CR 6680, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed vent hood over grill area in need of cleaning.

Meadowbrook Natural Foods, 238 W. Main, West Plains.

Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed back door not fully closed, keep closed to prevent entrance of pest/fly.

Michael Jackson Certified Kitchen, 1211 Bill Virdon, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed bulk storage containers (flour, sugar) not properly labelled.

Open Range, 1208 E. Main, Willow Springs. Critical: 1 Observed hot foods (soup) not properly held at 135° F or higher – soup at 118° F at time of inspection. Non-critical: 3 Observed wiping cloths not properly stored in sanitizer solution when not in use; observed food boxes stored on floor in walk-in freezer; observed fryer area equipment in need of cleaning due to grease/food debri accumulation.

OMC Behavioral Healthcare, 1211 Porter Wagoner, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed 2 door cooler at 46° F during inspection – ensure cold holding units are held and maintained at 41° F or lower.

Ozark Café, 662 Missouri Ave., West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed spray arm and 2-vat sink with leaks in dish wash area; observed improper thawing of frozen product at room temperature – thaw in refrigerator or cool running water.

Pizza Hut, 1211 Porter Wagoner, West Plains. Re-inspection. Critical: 0 *Previous critical violations corrected or in progress*. Non-critical: 1 Observed food boxes on floor in walk-in freezer; *other previous non-critical violations corrected*. Will re-inspect in February.

Red Apple Grill, 42 Court Square, West Plains. Re-inspection. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed prep workers without proper hair restraint in prep area – hat, hairnet or visor required; observed no paper towels at prep area hand sink. Will re-inspect in 2 months (Feb.).

Ron’s Family Restaurant, PO Box 717, Mtn. View. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed lights in need of repair in front/ server area for proper light intensity for cleaning purposes; observed shelving in 2 door cooler in need of repair/refinishing due to rust.

Samaritan Outreach Center, 715 Missouri Ave., West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed no paper towels at prep area hand sink; observed bulk items not stored in original package (i.e. flour, sugar, etc.) in need of label on container.

Snappy East, 1243 St. Louis St., West Plains. 3rd Re-inspection Critical: 1 Observed hot foods held in warmer below required temperature, observed at 110° F, must hot hold at 135° F or higher; *other previous critical items corrected*.

Non-critical: 2 Observed water leak at water heater/sink cabinet area; observed flooring damaged or missing throughout establishment, in need of replacement. Will re-inspect in 3 months (March).

Snappy Mart #49, 502 Porter Wagoner, West Plains. Critical: 0 *Previous critical violations corrected. Non-critical: 1 Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in back dish area in need of replacement – must correct by next routine inspection; *other previous non-critical violations corrected*.

Snappy Mart 160, 4714 US Hwy 160, West Plains. Critical: 2 Observed no hand sink in prep area, must have hand sink where food is being prepped/cooked for proper handwashing; observed on-site sewage system failing with septic effluent surface behind store. Non-critical: 5 Observed no paper towels at bathroom hand sink and no dispenser for towel at prep area; observed flooring throughout store and prep/service area in need of repair/replacement – must be smooth/easily cleanable; observed lights unshielded in storage areas; observed walls not finished in storage room and exposed wood in cabinet/prep area, must be smooth/easily cleanable; observed storeroom with cobwebs in need of cleaning. Will re-inspect in 1 month (Jan.).

Subway, 857 E. Main, Willow Springs. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed employee with improper jewelry, only plain ring (band) allowed on hand.

The Anchor C-Store, 1216 E. Hwy. 60, Mtn. View. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed spray bottles not properly labelled in prep area – keep labelled for identification purposes; observed leak at ice machine filter, in need of repair.

To view all the City and County restaurant inspections – go to our website at: www.howellcountyhealthdepartment.com

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Wednesday, January 20, 2016

MDC to hold prescribed burn workshops Free workshops show how fire can be used as a land management tool Fire can be a beneficial land-management tool to improve wildlife habitat and reduce less-desirable plant species when used in controlled, supervised conditions. However, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) stresses that prescribed fire involves planning and on-site management.

MDC invites landowners and others interested in learning how to use prescribed fire as a land-management tool to free upcoming workshops in southwest Missouri and the Ozarks. Here is a list of upcoming workshops in this area and registration information for each event: - Salem: 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Jan. 22, Salem Community Center, 1300 W. Rolla Road, Salem.

Contact MDC Private Land Conservationist Michael Gaskins at 573-226-3241, ext. 106 or Michael.Gaskins@mdc.

mo.gov - Hartville: 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Jan. 26; Laclede Electric, 5900 Missouri 5, Hartville, 65667.

Contact MDC Private Land Conservationist Lesly Holt at 417-967-2028, ext. 129 or Lesly.Holt@mdc.mo.gov - Rolla: 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Jan. 26, Phelps County Courthouse, Rolla. Contact MDC Private Land Conservationist Luke Anderson at 800-364-8732, ext. 109 or Luke.Anderson@ mdc.mo.gov - St. Robert: 6 p.m.-9 p.m.; Feb. 9, St. Robert Community Center; Contact MDC Private Land Conservationist Luke Anderson at 800-364-8732 or Luke.Anderson@mdc. mo.gov.

- West Plains: 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Feb. 11, MDC Ozark Regional Office, 551 Joe Jones Blvd., West Plains. Contact MDC Private Land Conservationist Marcus Asher, 417-256-7117,

ext. 114 or Marcus.Asher@ mdc.mo.gov - Thayer, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Feb. 18, Thayer Elementary School Cafeteria, 365 E. Walnut, Thayer. Contact MDC Private Land Conservationist Marcus Asher at 417-256-7117, ext.

114 or Marcus.Asher@mdc. mo.gov MDC staff will discuss methods and techniques for implementing controlled burns, safety considerations and proper weather conditions for conducting a burn.

The workshops will also cover how to create a burn plan and time the burn based on management objectives and landscape.

MDC works with you and for you to sustain healthy fish, forests and wildlife. For more information on prePrescribed Burn - When used in a controlled condition, fire can be a beneficial land manscribed burns, go to http:// agement tool. The Missouri Department of Conservation will host several free workshops in mdc.mo.gov/your-property/ January and February that will provide information for people who want to use prescribed fire to manage their land. (Photo courtesy of MDC) fire/prescribed-fire.

Superintendent Larry Johnson has announced the selection of two new permanent District Interpreters at Ozark National Scenic Riverways.

These employees will be responsible for supervising all visitor programs, planning special events, delivering educational and interpretive programs, and conducting community outreach in their respective districts.

William “Josh” Chilton has been selected as the Jacks Fork District Interpreter and will manage all visitor programs at Josh Chilton Alley Spring and along the Jacks Fork River. Josh is a long-time resident of Eminence and a graduate of Missouri State University with a B.S.Ed. in History. Josh has been employed as a special education teacher and as a high school history teacher at the Winona R-III School District for the past 10 years. He has worked as a seasonal interpre-

tive ranger at Ozark National Scenic Riverways for 12 years, and has served as Lead Interpreter for several seasons.

Josh holds a certification as a Certified Interpretive Guide through the National Association of Interpretation. He is the recipient of several awards from the National Park Service, including; Department of the Interior Award, Safety Award and STAR Award.

Josh is a member of an early riverways pioneering family and has deep roots in the area. As an Ozarks local, Josh has a passion for the area and enjoys educating others on the history, culture and beauty of the Ozark Riverways. Josh and his wife Crystal, who is an educator at Eminence R-I School District, have resided in Shannon County most of their lives. Josh looks forward to fostering community relations and bringing quality educational opportunities to the Ozark National Scenic Riverways visitors and local population.

Dave Tobey has been selected as the Upper Current

River District Interpreter and will manage visitor programs at Round Spring and along the Dave Tobey upper Current River. Dave spent a number of years teaching and coaching at the high school and college level, and possesses a Master’s Degree in Education Administration. He spent five years teaching Outdoor Education at Westminster College and specializes in a variety of outdoor skills. Dave holds certifications as a Certified Interpretive Guide through the National Association of Interpretation and as a Canoe Instructor through the American Canoe Association. He spent several summers working as a seasonal interpretive ranger at Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Current River State Park, and Big Cypress National Preserve. Prior to accepting the position at Ozark Riverways, Dave was a permanent interpreter for the U.S. Forest Service.

Ozark Riverways names new district interpreters

Become a Master Naturalist with MDC Missouri Master Naturalists mix science with service.

They engage Missourians in the stewardship of our state’s natural resources through science-based education and community service. The Meramec Hills Chapter of Missouri Master Naturalists, sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the University of Missouri (MU) Extension, will be holding a Master Naturalist training course in Rolla.

The training will consist of the following in Rolla: • Classes will be held on Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning Mar. 3 and continue until May 19 at the Department of Natural Resources, 111 Fairgrounds

Rd., Rolla. The training also includes four Saturday field sessions.

• Individuals interested in the training course need to attend an orientation from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4 at the Department of Natural Resources.

• Participants must register by Feb. 11 and the enrollment fee is $100 to cover materials.

“The intent of the Master Naturalists program is to better connect people to the environment and nature,” said MDC Volunteer & Interpretive Program Coordinator Syd Hime. “There are a lot of people with an interest in nature who are looking for opportunities to develop their skills as a naturalist and

use those skills in volunteer service. We provide that through a community-based natural resource volunteer and education program.”

Master Naturalists are given special training regarding nature in the region where chapters are based. Members help MDC and conservation partners through public events, educational demonstrations, and stewardship projects. To become a certified Master Naturalist, participants must complete an initial training course and eight hours of advanced training. They must also contribute 40 hours of natural resource-related volunteer service through a local chapter.

The Master Naturalist program is a partnership between the MDC and MU Extension, and the volunteers who serve in the program.

For more information about the Meramec Hills Master Naturalist training course contact MDC at 573-368-2225.

Applications can be picked up at the University of Missouri Extension office in Rolla located at the Phelps County Courthouse, 200 N. Main Street.

Information about the Master Naturalist program is availMaster Naturalists are given special training regarding able at http://extension.misnature in the region where chapters are based. (Photo coursouri.edu/masternaturalist/. tesy of MDC)

Dave moved to the Shannon County as a youngster and spent his youth exploring the hills and hollows of the area, developing a passion for the Ozarks. He is excited to return to the upper Current River to help create new opportunities for visitors to enjoy the natural and cultural history of the area. Dave is passionate about outdoor environmental

education and as a lifelong educator, he is eager to work with local schools to develop curriculum-based experiences that will encourage students to enjoy the park as an outdoor classroom.

Both employees are anticipated to begin their new assignments near the end of January. They will play a key role in helping Ozark National

Scenic Riverways celebrate the Centennial of the National Park Service, through a series of special events and workshops throughout the year.

Ozark National Scenic Riverways preserves the free-flowing Current and Jacks Fork Rivers, the surrounding resources, and the unique cultural heritage of the Ozark people.

Discover Nature at Twin Pines fly-tying event The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center will host a fly-tying event Saturday, Jan. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. MDC Naturalist Wyatt Layman said participants will learn how to use natural

items, like fibers and fur, to make these intricate works of art. Fly tying is a fascinating hobby, he said, requiring creativity.

“A wide variety of items can be used to make a fly to attract a fish,” Layman said.

“Some people may be sur-

prised at what they can make and use all on their own.”

Layman said fly tying appeals to anglers for many reasons.

“It’s economical because most commercial ties can cost more than $2 each,” he said.

When fly-fishing, anglers can catch a variety of fish such as trout, bass and sunfish.

Twin Pines Education Center is located along U.S. Highway 60, five miles west of Winona. The free program is designed for ages 16 and up and all materials are provided. Reservations are required by Jan. 20. For further information or to make a reservation, call 573-325-1381.

More information on this and other programs at Twin Fly Tying - Participants will learn how to use natural items, like fibers and fur to make a fly for fly-fishing. (Photo coutesy Pines can be found at mdc. mo.gov/TwinPines. of MDC)

Brown's Farm & Garden Cow and Bull Auction Report for 01/13/2016 Receipts: 688 Last Week: 927 Year Ago: 698 Compared to last week, slaughter cows traded 2.003.00 lower with slaughter bulls trading steady to 1.00 lower. Demand was moderate on a moderate supply.

The supply consisted of 45 percent slaughter cows, 29 percent bred cows, 7 percent cow/calf pairs, 5 percent slaughter bulls, 6 percent stocker/feeder cows and 9 percent calves.

Slaughter Cows: Percent Lean Average Dressing High Dressing Low Dressing Breaking 70-80 65.0069.00 69.00-80.00 57.50-65.00 Boning 80-85 65.00-

69.00 69.00-80.50 57.50-65.00 Lean 85-90 60.0067.00 67.00-71.00 50.00-60.00 Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1-2 1200-2110 lbs average dressing 85.00-95.00 per cwt, high dressing 95.50104.50, low dressing 80.0085.00.

Bred Cows: Medium and Large 1 Individual 3 yr old 1450 lb Brahma influenced cow in 3rd stage 2750.00 per head. Medium and Large 1-2 2-6 yr old 985-1515 lb cows in 2nd-3rd stage 1400.001900.00 per head;7 yr to short-solid mouth 1055-1485 lb cows in 2nd-3rd stage 1200.00-1650.00 per head.

Medium and Large 2 2-7 yr old 820-1370 lb cows in 2nd3rd stage 1000.00-1350.00 per head, 1st stage 900.00-

1200.00 per head. Short-solid to broken mouth 915-1360 lb cows in 2nd-3rd stage 750.001100.00 per head.

Stocker and Feeder Cows: Medium and Large 1-2 Open or unchecked cows and heiferettes, 18 to 24 months old 6301220 lb heifers 100.00-120.00 per cwt; 2-3 yr old 910-1310 lb heifers 77.50-92.50 per cwt;4-7 yr old 845-1495 lb cows 69.00-107.50 per cwt.

Cow-Calf Pairs: Medium and Large 1-2 4 yr to short-solid mouth 1049-1400 lb cows with 200-350 lb calves 1700.00-1900.00 per pair, 8 pair 3-n-1 pkg 5-7 yr old 1119-1131 lb cows in 1st stage with 200-250 lb calves 2300.00 per pair. Medium and Large 2 2-7 yr old 9051125 lb cows with 100-200 lb calves 1000.00-1300.00 per pair.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF HOWELL COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION

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Any objections of exceptions to such final Settlement and Petition for Distribution or any item thereof must be in writing and filed within twenty days after the filing of such settlement.

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Miss Texas County to reign at Princess Tea Party

Hailey Renae Dodson, Miss Texas County, will reign over Summersville Branch Library’s 3rd Annual Princess Tea Party to be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 23. “Princesses” of all ages are invited to don their tiaras and fanciest dresses to join us for a royal time! (Photo provided to the Standard)

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The Standard News

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

School board members recognized “I would like to personally thank each board member for their service to the school and the communities that our schools serve,” stated Superintendent Dr. Don Christensen during last week’s school board meeting. “Being

a board member is truly a thankless job, but I do want to thank you and make sure that you know that your efforts are greatly appreciated.”

Board members were recognized for their dedicated service to the students, faculty, staff and

families of the Mtn. ViewBirch Tree R-III School District.

Board members received a certificate and numerous students throughout the district made cards and thank you letters for the board members.

School Board Recognition - Members of the Mtn. View-Birch Tree R-III School District Board of Education were recognized recently for their dedication to the district. Pictured at left, back row, Earl Renegar, Keith Tharp and Kent Smith. Front row, Jennifer Foster, Shelly Mantel, Beverly Denton and Steve Vines. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)