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Birch Tree Holds Christmas Parade See Page 11
Final General Management Plan available online Dec. 12 Ozark National Scenic Riverways Superintendent Bill Black announced that the Final General Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement (Final GMP) will be available online for public review on December 12. “The final General Management Plan establishes a new long-term vision for Ozark National Scenic Riverways and provides guidance that will help us fulfill that vision.” Black said public involvement was a key element in the plan. “The public helped us mold this General Management Plan,” he said. “Our entire management team is grateful and we look for continuing support and collaboration in the future.” The Final GMP represents careful consideration of a wide range of public comments received following the release of the draft general management plan in November 2013. Black said public input drove several revisions that appear in the Final GMP. A summary of the public comments and National Park Service responses are included in the Final GMP. The Final GMP will be See GMP on Page 9
Missouri
Call for USPS to delay consolidation of mail processing facilities U.S. Senators Roy Blunt (Mo.) and Claire McCaskill (Mo.) joined a bipartisan group of their colleagues today to demand a delay in the planned consolidation of up to 82 U.S. Postal Service (USPS) mail processing facilities, including two in Missouri. The letter was sent after the USPS Inspector General found the Postal Service failed to fulfill its obligations to adequately study the impact of the consolidations and failed to inform the public of those impacts. To read a copy of the Senators’ letter, please click here. “We strongly urge the USPS to delay implementation of any mail processing consolidations until feasibility studies are completed and there has been adequate time for public comment and consideration of those comments,” the Senators wrote. “There is no reason that the USPS cannot delay its consolidations to provide time for the public to see and comment on the service standard worksheets,” the Senators continued. “It is only fair to allow the process to unfold in this way, and the USPS gains little by deciding to continue the consolidation process on its current, arbitrary timeline.”
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Greer Mill Gets New Roof See Below
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Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Liberty Sports
Mtn. View-Birch Tree
by Brian Ingalls
filings open Dec. 16
Eagles bring home double win Local election
Mountain View Standard News office@mvstandard.com
It may be new look for the Liberty Eagles when it comes to the players on the basketball court, but the results were familiar as the Eagles took the first place trophy at the River Country Chevrolet Classic in Thayer last week with victories over Dora, Neelyville, and Willow Springs. Moving to 5-1 on the season, the Eagles were rarely behind in three games, and continued to play stifling defense while finding some offensive rhythm as well. Bryan Porter brought home tournament MVP honors after averaging 17 points a game, including 21 on Saturday in the Championship against Willow Springs. Luke
Tourney Champs - The Liberty Eagles Varsity won the River Country Chevrolet Classic in Thayer this past weekend. The MVP of the tournament was Bryan Porter. The JV also came away with a first place trophy. (Photo courtesy of Patricia Stoops) Daniels averaged 13 points a game, and Jansen Acklin averaged 11, including 17 in the championship. The junior varsity remained undefeated on the season and added another first-place trophy to the case
L-A-D Foundation contributes $5,000 to Greer Mill's new roof The L-A-D Foundation, St. Louis, has announced a $5,000 grant to the Friends of the Eleven Point River. These funds will help cover the cost of replacing the roof on the old Greer Mill, located about 10 miles north of Alton in Oregon County. The Friends of the Eleven Point River, with active members in Thayer and Alton, recently formed as a not-for-profit organization. Its goals include stabilizing and restoring the mill, and members have raised funds to pay for structural and foundation repairs. John Karel, president of the L-A-D Foundation said, “The L-A-D Foundation has been impressed with the community interest in saving Greer Mill. It is a historical structure that continues to be important for Oregon County, and the state of Missouri.” Greer Spring, Missouri’s
second-largest spring, and Greer Mill are named for prominent Oregon County citizen Captain Samuel Greer, a veteran of the Confederate States Army. Construction of the mill was completed in 1899; it remains an outstanding
years. Owned by the Dennig family of St. Louis since 1920, Greer Mill and surrounding property was purchased by Leo Drey in 1988. Drey, a St. Louis See Greer on Page 2
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example of a water-powered grist mill, unusual in that the mill sits high above the Greer Spring branch, which powered the mill by way of belts and pulleys to the water far below. The mill ceased operations in 1920 and remained vacant for many
Greer Mill - The L-A-D Foundation granted $5,000 to help cover the cost of replacing the roof on the old Greer Mill. Pictured above, left to right, Josh Reeves, John Karel and Dorothy Ellis of the L-A-D Foundation and Clara Williams and Bryon Sloss of the Friends of the Eleven Point River. (Photo provided to the Standard)
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Summersville on Tuesday, then head to Eminence on Thursday, before coming back home this Friday for a match up against the Licking Wildcats. See Basketball on Page 5
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as well with a 55-50 victory over the Thayer Bobcats on Saturday. The wins capped off a dominant start to the season for Liberty as they prepare for another flurry of games this week which began at home against
Bell Ringers - Adult Girl Scout Volunteer Christine Bates and Daisy Girl Scout Makayla are pictured above ringing the bell for the Salvation Army. A special thank you to the wonderful volunteers who gave a little of their time to Ring the Bells for the Salvation Army. (Photo provided to the Standard)
Volunteers are urgently needed to sign up to “Ring the Bells” for the Salvation Army from now until December 24. If you’re a Civic Group, Church Youth Group, or other groups in your Church, Boy or Girl Scouts, School Groups, Families, an Individual that would be willing to ring the bell for one or more hours, even a whole day, please call and set a day and time, as soon as possible. You may also MAIL your donations to The Salvation Army, Midland Division, and 1130 Hampton Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63139 and designate your donation to Mtn. View - Howell Service Unit – ONLY, or it will be used wherever in Missouri and Illinois. Money collected here, helps people here in our
own communities. The Salvation Army is meeting “Today’s Needs – Today’. We offer many services. A fire leaves a Family homeless, a Child or Senior Citizen needs help with medicine or transportation in an emergency. An extra boost to their household with food, clothing or gas to get to work. We have camps for troubled youth, emergency facilities, disaster services, missing persons and inquires services, substance abuse rehab programs and much more. The Salvation Army has been helping people in “crisis” since 1865 “Heart to God, Hand to man.” William Booth and his wife Catherine started the Salvation Army See Bell Ringers on Page 2
Election filings open Tuesday, Dec. 16 for Mtn. View City Council and Mtn. View-Birch Tree School Board positions. The General Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2015. The City of Mtn. View will hold elections for East Ward Alderman and West Ward Alderman each for two (2) year terms. The two incumbents whose positions are up for election include East Ward Alderman Jeff Wade was first elected to the council in April of 2014 and West Ward Alderman Larry David was appointed to his position after Councilman Murray Anderson stepped down in June of 2008. He was officially elected to the position in April 2009. Filing begins Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 8 a.m. and continue through Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015. Filings will take place in the office of City Clerk at the Mtn. View City Hall located at 126 See Elections on Page 5
HOWELL CO.
MOST WANTED
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 417-2562544 or local authorities. Jason R. Ledbetter, age 38 - Wanted for class C felony charge of receiving stolen property. Bond set at $4,500. James M. Smith, age 26 Wanted for class C felony charge of receiving stolen property. Bond set at $4,500. Christopher A. Denker, age 27 Wanted for class C felony charge of burglary2nd degree and a class C felony charge of theft/stealing. Bond set at $4,500. John J. Crase, age 29 Wanted for class C felony charge of burglary2nd degree and a class C felony charge of theft/ stealing. Bond set at $4,500.
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Greer conservationist and businessman, bought nearly 7,000 acres which included Greer Spring. Drey conveyed the entire property to the U.S. Forest Service by bargain sale, a result of donations by him and Anheuser Busch. Long-admired by residents of Oregon County as one of the area’s most important historic structures, Greer Mill was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in January of 2006. Much more work on the mill is to be completed over the next several years, including rebuilding the front porch, gathering historical information, and preparing educational displays. Visitors will one day be
From Page One able to learn more about the mechanics of the mill and the cultural significance it held for the area. “Our efforts here are considerable but when we are finished, the mill should be a gift for everyone,” said Clara Williams of the Friends of Eleven Point River. The U.S. Forest Service manages the Mark Twain National Forest and the Eleven Point National Scenic River. The Forest Service assists the Friends’ efforts by providing certain contract costs and materials. Volunteers have provided some of the labor. The L-A-D Foundation was organized in 1962 by
Bell Ringers
Leo Drey and his family, small grants to non-profit on projects supporting resources of the Missouri and each year issues organizations working the natural and cultural Ozark region.
Mtn. View Garden Club 'decks the halls' at swag workshop
Swag Workshop - Every year the Mtn. View Garden Club holds their swag workshop at the first of December. The club gathers to create beautiful Christmas swags which are then hung around Mtn. View. The Mtn. View Garden Club would like to thank all those who helped with their annual Christmas swag workshop. Those who helped are George Momper from Harmony Hills Tree Farm, Linda Lewis, the city employees, garden club members, husbands and volunteers. This project could not be done without all the wonderful teamwork. The City of Mtn. View is now decked with beautiful Evergreen swags for the holidays! The Mtn View Garden Club would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! 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. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)
From Page One that has grown to expand to over 106 Countries around the world and in 114 languages. Mission Statement, “The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its’ message is based on the Bible. Its’ ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its’ mission is, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.”
This past year we received over 600 calls for assistance. Sadly less than half that number ware served, due to lack of funds. The more people who ring the bell, the more money we collect, the more people we are able to serve! The need is great, please, CALL TODAY and Volunteer…and give; you’ll feel so good… and you’ll see the good it does! With the downturn of our economy, it is affecting more and more people, making it
hard for people to just get by. It‘s making it a greater need to be met. We are “big enough to care and small enough to serve” our communities! Please call and Volunteer today! Thank you and God bless you at this holiday season. In Mtn.
View, please call Lois WoodLandmark Bank at 417-9342033, Stephanie Jester-West Plains Bank at at 417-9342763 or Joyce Dixon at 417934-2394 to set your day and time to volunteer to “Ring the Bell” for the Salvation Army.
Bell Ringers - Boy Scout Volunteer Becky Mitchell rang the Bells with her son who is a Boy Scout. (Photo provided to the Standard)
Bell Ringers - Boy Scout Master Cleve Holloway rang the bells with his son Seth who is also a Scout. Paying it forward to help someone who you will never meet, that is truly a "Service From the Heart". The need is great. We are small enough to care and big enough to serve the people in our communities. Many Bell Ringers are needed every day until Wednesday, Dec. 24. Please call today and volunteer a few hours to "Ring the Bells". Bell Ringers - Ron and Joy Reeves were the To volunteer contact Lois Wood, Landmark Bank at 417first Bell Ringers of the Year. It's a family tradition that 934-2033, Stephanie Jester, West Plains Bank at 417-934has continued for many years. (Photo provided to the 1047 or Joyce Dixon at 417-934-2394. (Photo provided to Standard) the Standard)
Bell Ringers - Scouting is a family thing, so is Ringing the Bells for the Salvation Army. Russell Bates, Cub Scout Volunteer rang the bells with his Daisy Girl Scout daughter and Cub Scout son. (Photo provided to the Standard)
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Upcoming Events 'Bah! Humbug!' will take WP Civic Center stage Dec. 11 The Imaginary Theatre Company of the St. Louis Repertory Theatre will bring its production of “Bah! Humbug!” to the West Plains Civic Center stage for a special 7 p.m. performance Dec. 11. 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. For more information about this special holiday event, contact the U/CP office at 417-255-7966 or visit www.wp.missouristate.edu/ucp/.
West Plains Christmas activities rescheduled for Dec. 12
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A return visit from Santa Claus and the official lighting of the West Plains Christmas Tree highlight the First Friday Night Stroll on Friday, Dec. 12 on the historic downtown court square in West Plains. Free pictures with Santa will begin upon his arrival at 5:30 p.m. at the Movie Time Café. At 6:00 p.m., the Christmas festivities kick off with Christmas choirs and Christmas music “sing alongs.”. At 7:30 p.m., the Christmas tree on the west Courthouse Lawn will be lit by Mayor Jack Pahlmann and some local children. Businesses and local restaurants will be open for extended hours for evening shopping and entertainment. Children will have an opportunity to deliver their letters to Santa during the event, with a special red mailbox installed on the Courthouse lawn. This year, the Holiday Window Decorating competition among the merchants in the downtown area returns, with prizes awarded to the winners.
Mtn. View Christmas Arts & Crafts Show, Parade The annual Christmas Arts & Craft Show is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 12, Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday, Dec. 14. Times are Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Mtn. View Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 13. Line up will begin at 2:30 p.m. at the Mtn. View Airport with the parade rolling through Downtown Mtn. View at 3 p.m. The commercial theme to be judged will be 'Rocking Around the Christmas Tree'. The religious category will be judge with the theme of 'Story of Christmas'. Cash prizes will be given for first place ($100) and second place ($50) in both categories.
A Christmas Haunting at FGBC It’s that time of year again! Bells are ringing, Santas are ho-ho-ho-ing and churches are offering up their annual Christmas programs. The folks at First General Baptist Church in Willow Springs are no different. That’s right, those crazy people are preparing to present, Who’s Haunting the Church for Christmas? A sequel to last year’s Who Stabbed the Preacher for Christmas? Haunting reunites us with Ezra Kane and the gang as they try to navigate the Christmas season together. Things still aren’t easy as they haven’t quite figured out how to get along, especially with Ezra, but a surprise guest puts Ezra in the limelight and has the rest of the gang wondering just Who’s Haunting the Church for Christmas? The production will run December 19, 20, 21 at 7 p.m. Admission is free and so are the laughs, so bring the whole family and prepare to increase your holiday joy!
Collins to celebrate 50th Wedding Anniversary
50th Anniversary - The children of Leroy and Frances Collins are proud to announce their 50th wedding anniversary. There will be a reception in their honor on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. at the Mtn. View VFW Hall. Please no gifts, but cards will be welcome as well as photos for the Christmas tree.
Standard News Archives - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 - Visions of Sugar Plums, was the theme of the Mtn. View Healthcare float featured in the Ozarks Christmas parade in Downtown Mtn. View. The event is sponsored by the Mtn. View Chamber of Comerce with prize money awarded in two categories. Pictured above, Carrie Houck, Kimberly Reese and Heather Goolsby are just a few who rode on the float in the 2007 Christmas parade last Saturday.
Mark your calendars
Methamphetamine (MAM) 503 Civic Center. Call 417-255Mtn. View Senior Center E. Main Street Willow Springs. 7966 for more information - Aerobics at the Mtn. View For information call 417-4697:30 p.m. Senior Center 0018 or 417-855-9113. Advanced Line Dancing at the 10:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Mtn. View Family Youth Center Swedish Weaving Class at the Alcoholics Anonymous and Friday, December 12th Mtn. View Senior Center 7:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 10th Alanon meetings 8:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Willow Coffee & Billards at the Mtn. Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. 7:00 a.m. Springs. Call 417-469-5550 for View Senior Center View Senior Center Coffee & Billards at the information 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Mtn. View Senior Center Thursday, December 11th Christmas Arts & Crafts Show Yoga Class at the Learning 9:15 a.m. 7:00 a.m. at the Mtn. View Community Station in the Ferguson Exercise at the - Coffee & Billards at the Mtn. Center until 6 p.m. Building, 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 Mtn. View Healthcare View Senior Center 11:00 a.m. p.m. Call 417-469-0209 for 10:00 a.m. - Mountain View Rotary Club Puzzles at the Mtn. View information. - Story Time at the Mtn. View to meet at Ron’s Family Senior Center 5:30 p.m. Public Library. All ages are Restaurant 12:30 p.m. - Kindergarten-1st Grade Girl welcome. Snacks, crafts and a 9:00 a.m. - Shuffleboard Games at Scouts to meet at Hut, 409 lot of fun. - Arthritis Exercise at the Mtn. Mtn. View Senior Center N. Pine Street in Mountain - Swedish Weaving at the View Senior Center 6:00 p.m. View. For more information call Mtn. View Senior Center - Swedish Weaving at the Mtn. - LHS JV/Varsity Boys Joyce Dixon at 417-934-2394. 11:00 a.m. View Senior Center Basketball Game vs. Licking - Yoga Classes at the MV Puzzles at the 10:00 a.m. - Skating & Open gym at the United Methodist Church. Mtn. View Senior Center - Swedish Weaving at the Mtn. Mtn. View Family Youth Center Call 417-247-7153 for more 11:30 a.m. View Senior Center until 10:00 p.m. For more information. Blood Pressure Checks at the - Arthritis Exercises at the Mtn. information call 417-934-5437. - Zumba at the Mountain View Mtn. View Senior Center View Senior Center $3 admission per child Community Center, instructed 12:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. by Mary Zitter-Newman - Mtn. View Garden Club - Puzzles at the Mtn. View Willow Springs Theater Guild 6:00 p.m. Christmas Luncheon to be Senior Center presents “It’s a Wonderful Life” - Mtn. View City Council held at the Mtn. View - Alcoholics Anonymous and at the Historic Star Theater. meeting at council chambers. Community Center Al-Anon Group to meet at Call Jane Bailey at 417-469Call 417-934-2601 for more - Willow Springs Rotary Club, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 2588 for information information. 12:00 p.m. at Open Range. located at 1551 Bill Virdon Saturday, December 13th - LHS JV/Varsity Girls Contact Teresa Waggoner at Blvd., West Plains. Call 4177:30 a.m. Basketball vs. Rogersville 417-469-4092 for information. 255-9724 or 417-255-0542 for “Bears for a Better Christmas” - Mountain View group of 12:30 p.m. more information. run, at Palenske Filed; Narcotics Anonymous will Shuffleboard Games at 12:30 p.m. registration from 7:30 a.m. to meet at the Mountain View Mtn. View Senior Center Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. 8:15 a.m. One-mile kid’s run Christian Church, located 2:00 p.m. View Senior Center starts at 8:30 a.m. and the 5 K on South Highway 17, in the Bingo at the 2:00 p.m. run at 9 a.m. Entry $20. More basement. For questions call Mtn. View Healthcare Bingo at the Mtn. View information on Facebook Tonya at 417-362-0494. 5:00 p.m. Healthcare at “Bears for a Better 7:00 p.m. Yoga Class at the Learning 4:00 p.m. Christmas 5k”. - Mountain View Al-Anon will Station in the Ferguson Bingo at the Mountain View 8:00 a.m. meet Mondays at 7:00 p.m. at Building, 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 VFW Hall, Bingo starts at 6:30 - Breakfast with Santa at the the First Presbyterian Church, p.m. Call 417-469-0209 for p.m. West Plains Civic Center located at 205 East 2nd Street information. 5:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall. in Mountain View, MO. For 5:30 p.m. - LHS JV/Varsity Girls - Christmas Arts & Crafts Show more information call First Baptist Church AWANAs. Basketball Game at Eminence at the Mtn. View Community 417-934-2682. Meal served at 5:30 p.m. - LHS JV/Varsity Boys Center until 5 p.m. Tuesday, December 16th church starts at 6 p.m. 3:00 p.m. TBA Tonight's theme: "Candy Cane Basketball Game at Eminence 5:30 p.m. Mtn. View Christmas Parade LMS Girls Basketball Liberty Night," it will also be Sparks - LMS Boys Basketball vs. 4:00 p.m. Tournament Store Night. Willow Springs West Plains Christmas Parade 7:00 a.m. 5:45 p.m. - LMS Girls Basketball at 7:00 p.m. Coffee & Billards at the Mtn. View Christian Church Cabool Willow Springs Theater Guild Mtn. View Senior Center TEAM 412 (Preschool thru - 4th-6th Grade Girl Scouts presents “It’s a Wonderful Life” 10:00 a.m. 6th Grade) and The Journey to meet at Hut, 409 N. Pine at the Historic Star Theater. Arthritis Exercises at the Youth Group (Jr. High & High Street in Mountain View. For Call Jane Bailey at 417-469Mtn. View Senior Center School). Doors open at 5:45 more information call Joyce 2588 for information 12:00 p.m. p.m., dinner served at 6 p.m. Dixon at 417-934-2394. Sunday, December 14th - Mountain View Chamber of 6:30 p.m. - Yoga Classes at the 10:00 a.m. Commerce luncheon at the Narcotics Anonymous, 6:30 Mountain View United Christmas Arts & Crafts Show Mountain View Community p.m. at Mothers Against Methodist Church. Call 417at the Mtn. View Community Center. Call 417-934-2794 for 247-7153 for more information. Center until 2 p.m. more information. 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - Willow Springs (Help for friends Mtn. View-Birch Tree School Willow Springs Theater Guild Chamber of Commerce. Call & families of alcoholics) Board meeting at the Liberty presents “It’s a Wonderful Life” 417-469-5519 or Middle School Library at the Historic Star Theater. 417-252-0918 Monday - 7:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Call Jane Bailey at 417-469for information. Mtn. View Beginner Line Dancing 2588 for information 12:30 p.m. Presbyterian Church Classes at the Mtn. View 8:00 p.m. - Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. 205 E. 2nd Street Family Youth Center Willow Springs Alcoholics View Senior Center 417-247-7146 7:00 p.m. Anonymous and Al-Anon - Hand to Foot Card Game at or "Bah! Humbug!" to be meetings at the Sacred Heart the Mtn. View Senior Center performed at the West Plains Church. Call 417-469-5550 for 4:30 p.m. 417-247-0566 more information. Tumbling at the Monday, December 15th Mtn. View Family Youth Center TBA until 7:30 p.m. For more LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: LMS Girls Basketball Liberty information call Readers are encouraged to share their opinions by Tournament 417-934-5437. writing letters to the editor. Letters to the editor will be 7:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. published without charge. Letters to the editor must Coffee & Billards at the - LMS Boys Basketball be signed and include the town in which the writer Mtn. View Senior Center vs. Richards 9:00 a.m. - 2nd thru 3rd Grade Girl lives to ensure the letter’s authenticity. If a name is - Zumba at the Scouts to meet at Hut, 409 N. left off a letter it will not be published. Names will not Pine Street in Mountain View. be withheld from the letters under any circumstances. For more information We reserve the right to not publish a letter to the call Joyce Dixon at editor if anything written is considered libel. Any letter 417-934-2394. 6:00 p.m. that praises or criticizes any private business in the LHS JV/Varsity Boys publishing area will not be printed. We reserve the Basketball Game at Alton right to edit letters without changing their meaning. 6:30 p.m. All letters to the editor will be published as soon as Country Dance at the they are submitted as space permits us to do so. Mtn. View Community Center
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Commission awards contracts for Southeast District Projects The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for Southeast District projects during its regular meeting on Dec. 4. Awarded contracts include intersection improvements, resurfacing and sidewalk improvements. Contracts include the following: • A $6,811,599 contract was awarded to Chester Bross Construction Company, Inc., for resurfacing and intersection
improvements on Route 412 from Route 84 to Route A near Kennett in Dunklin County. • A $1,924,677 contract was awarded to Chester Bross Construction Company, Inc., for: Resurfacing and American with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements on Route A from Route EE to I-55 in Pemiscot County; Resurfacing Route 164 from I-55 to Route D in Pemiscot County; Resurfacing I-55 from Route T to Route A in Pemiscot
Priority Legislation
The unofficial start to the legislative year begins on Dec. 1, when senators can begin prefilling bills. This year, I filed four pieces of legislation. These four bills are priorities for me. Senate Bill 30 would increase the punishment for an adult property owner “to knowingly allow a person under the age of 21 to drink or possess intoxicating liquor or fail to stop a minor from drinking or possessing liquor. This measure would make the offense a Class D felony until Jan. 1, 2017, when it would become a Class E felony to accommodate the criminal code revisions that take effect in 2017,” the legislation reads. This legislation is vital to ensure that adults are punished for allowing minors to drink or have alcohol. Alcohol negatively affects the brains and lives of those under age. This legislation will allow for stricter punishments for those who allow minors to drink alcohol. Senate Bill 31 modifies the definition of a controlled substance. Current law allows a probation officer who has probable cause to believe a person has violated a condition of probation to issue a warrant for the person's arrest. This act would require a probation officer who has probable cause to issue a warrant for the person's arrest. This legislation would make the act of having used narcotics a Class A misdemeanor offense for ingesting a controlled substance while on probation or parole. A person commits the offense by intentionally ingesting, inhaling, or otherwise taking into the body any controlled substance unless the substance is in fact a medication that was obtained by a legal and valid prescription. Senate Bill 32 is similar to legislation I have previously filed. This legislation would eliminate sales tax that is charged on the purchase of a used manufactured home. The logic behind this is to not charge taxes for an item that sales taxes have previously been collected on. Many times folks who are buying these types of previously owned homes have limited funds to purchase a home; paying taxes may be the factor that keeps them from owning their own home. Senate Bill 67 will ultimately help with the building of a Howell County Justice Center, including the purchase of land, maintenance, construction and upkeep of the much needed center. A $10 surcharge would be added to charges on criminal cases, except if the case has been dismissed or if the court costs are to be paid by the state, county or city. As always, I appreciate it when groups from around Missouri and our community back home come to visit me at the Capitol; however, during interim, I may be in the district. 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.
County; and Resurfacing Pemiscot County. impacts to traffic, will be Route T from Route 61 to the Additional information, released prior to the start of end of state maintenance in regarding timelines and construction. Work zones will be marked with signs as work is underway. Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling in these areas and plan for possible
delays. MoDOT will alert drivers prior to any changes in traffic. For more information, please contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888275-6636).
Ending Washington’s Spending Addiction In case you missed it, last week our national debt surpassed $18 trillion. When I am home in Missouri, I constantly hear from parents and grandparents who are worried that their children and grandchildren will not be able to live the American dream because our national debt will cripple our economy for generations. This new record debt should be a wakeup call – now is the time to reduce the size and scope of the federal government and end Washington’s spending addiction. After years of spending money that we do not have, our nation’s economy is stagnant. If nothing is done, our nation’s debt crisis threatens the future prosperity of every American. In the six years President Obama has been in office, the debt has increased by more than $7 trillion, or about 70 percent. If you stacked every dollar bill of the national debt, the stack of bills would be more than one million miles high. At over $18 trillion, each American’s share of the national debt is more than $56,000. Our tax dollars have been wasted on numerous programs studying the effects of Swedish massages for rabbits, determining if spouses feel “hangry” (anger stemming from hunger), or if moms love their dogs as much as they love their kids. The Pentagon spent $1 billion to destroy $16 billion in unused ammunition. Three billion went to test how golf clubs and tadpole shrimp adapt on the International Space Station. These are just a few examples of the rampant widespread waste, to say nothing of the fraud and abuse in entitlement programs. This wasteful spending has bad economic consequences – higher cost of living, higher interest rates for farm
loans and small business investments, and higher taxes for everyone. Washington has spent a lot of money on government bureaucracy in an attempt to create jobs. It didn’t work. In fact, the government spending spree led by President Obama has resulted in the longest unemployment crisis since the Great Depression and the slowest recovery in a generation. I am committed to job growth and that starts with an end to deficit spending and a plan to pay down the national debt. Our economy’s road to recovery will not be paved with massive national debt and more deficit spending. We will enjoy prosperity by permanently and responsibly reining in federal spending and paying down our national debt. Our Missouri Constitution has a balanced budget amendment that guarantees fiscal responsibility. The first bill I filed as a member of Congress was a federal balanced budget amendment, because if Washington was more like Missouri we would be a lot better off.
Last month President Obama announced his support for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to regulate the Internet as a public utility. Let me repeat that - the president wants to regulate the Internet. The Internet is a system of private and public networks created by many different individuals and organizations. These networks are paid for in a variety of different ways, and most are private property. I believe that those who own and maintain those systems should stipulate how their property is used, and since net neutrality or anything resembling it conflicts with this principle, I cannot support it. How carriers manage their networks and negotiate arrangements should be determined by engineers, entrepreneurs and consumers acting in the vigorous marketplace, not by the subjective judgments of unelected bureaucrats. The Internet is one of the most exciting and promising inventions we have created. It has immense potential to transform human civilization and accelerate scientific progress. We do not need more heavy-handed intervention from government bureaucrats who have a limited understanding at best as to what the Internet should become, what services it should provide, or how those services should be delivered to the public. If the FCC regulates the Internet as a public utility it will diminish investment and hinder opportunity for commercial activities. In our sluggish economy one of the bright spots has been investment and innovation on the Internet. According to a recent study released by the Progressive Policy Institute, the president’s support for regulating the Internet like a utility amounts to a $17 billion tax on Americans. We need a hands-off approach to regulating the Internet. An Internet free from government intrusion is a vital ingredient to a growing economy. One more thing - did I mention the president wants to regulate the Internet - let that sink in.
SBU-Mtn. View elects officers to S-MSTA
S-MSTA - The members of the Student Missouri State Teacher’s Association (S-MSTA) at Southwest Baptist University in Mtn. View met this fall to elect officers and to learn about the rights and responsibilities of educators from Mr. Mike Walsh, Field Service Coordinator and Mr. Kyle Farmer, Attorney. Pictured above, from left to right, Ashley Allen, Reporter; Tiffany Webb, Secretary; Hailey Beazley, Vice-President and Krista Nicholson, President. (Photo provided to the Standard)
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Basketball So far, the Eagles haven’t missed a beat from last year. Entering the tournament as the first-seed, Liberty jumped out to a 14 point lead in the first half against the Dora Falcons. Porter and Daniels led the way with 14 and 12 points respectively, and they kept pouring in on the second half. Daniels also pulled down 14 rebounds for the game as Liberty cruised to a 71-53 victory. In the second round of the tournament on Thursday, the Eagles once again jumped ahead in the early going against Neelyville and held off two big Tiger rallies along the way. The first came in the second quarter when the Tigers outscored the Eagles 10-6 to get within five points at halftime. Another Neelyville rally closed the gap to just three with under a minute to go, but a basket by Corbin Dewick and foul shots from Porter and Acklin staved off defeat and Liberty held on for a 51-47 victory. The win sent Liberty into the championship on Saturday against the thirdseed Willow Springs Bears, and for the third time the Eagles jumped ahead, leading 14-6 early in the second quarter, but the Bears played it close from there and took a three-point 38-35 lead early in the third quarter. With half the third quarter yet to go, the story for Liberty looked bleak. Both Stout and Daniels were on the bench with four fouls, and Liberty had committed four turnovers in a short span. But starting with Kohletin Briggs who sank two free throws, the Eagles exploded for a 15-4 run, taking a 50-40 lead early in the fourth quarter and held on for a 67-56 victory. It started Monday night against Dora where Liberty faced a Falcon squad that started the season replacing even more graduated seniors (8) than the Eagles. Liberty scored first on a three-point shot from Acklin, but the Falcons responded and the teams traded baskets for the first six minutes. After Porter tied the game 11-11 on a free-throw, Shalin Stout followed that by pulling down a rebound, passing to Acklin who sank another three. That gave the Eagles the lead for good, despite a
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herculean effort from Treysen Hambelton for the Falcons. He had 21 points in the first half alone, but he didn't get enough help from the rest of the team as Liberty went on a 7-0 run to end the half with baskets by Porter, Andrew Raider, and Stout. The result was a 14 point lead, and in the second half, the Eagles maintained that advantage. Liberty led by 16 at the end of the third quarter, and 15 by the end of the game. Porter put the wraps on the contest with a threepointer in the final seconds. He finished with 20 points for the night, and the Eagles had a 71-53 win. Liberty started the second round game on Thursday against Neelyville with a zone defense that looked to trap the Tigers and create turnovers. The strategy worked, but Neelyville's defense created turnovers as well and the Eagles found themselves fending off a Tigers comeback, not once but three times. After Liberty took a 19-10 first quarter lead, the Tigers held the Eagles to just six points in the second quarter, and closed the gap to 25-20 as the teams went into the locker room. Liberty grabbed the momentum back in the third, starting with a drive by Porter who dished off to Daniels for two points, but with just 2:29 left in the third, the lead had shrunk again, this time to just two points. Foul shots by Porter and Acklin, and a basket by Luke Noble gave Liberty an eight point 37-29 cushion, and a free throw by Briggs followed by a steal and basket by Daniels pushed Liberty’s lead to 40-29 as the fourth quarter started. When it did, here came the Tigers again. Neelyville fought back to within four with 3:15 left in the game, and with under a minute to go, the Tigers were only down by three. They never got any closer, however, thanks to a basket from Corbin Dewick, and foul shots by Porter and Acklin to put the game away 51-47, sending Liberty to the championship against Willow Springs. Against those Bears, the Eagles 1-3-1 zone trapping defense was working wonders
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Death Notices From Page One early, holding Willow to just 6 first quarter points, but a three-point shot from Caleb Rutledge broke the scoring drought for the Bears and the game was on. It was the first of five threepoint shots by Rutledge in the second quarter as he singlehandedly brought the Bears back within one point in the final minute of the half. A couple of free throws by Stout put Liberty on top 3027 as the quarter ended. The cushion disappeared early in the third, however, when an Eagles foul resulted in a three-point play, and the Bears took a 38-35 lead. With their big men, Daniels and Stout, on the bench in foul trouble, and all the momentum on the Bears side, it was the Eagles turn to come back. And come back they did. Briggs and Dewick hit foul shots to tie the game, and Acklin drove for a basket to give Liberty the lead. The Eagles would never trail again. A three-point basket by Noble in the final second of the third quarter put the Eagles on top 48-40, and Dewick sank two more foul shots to start the fourth quarter with a 10-point Liberty advantage. Baskets and foul shots by Porter, Briggs, and Dewick sealed the game 6756 giving Liberty their first championship of the year, their fifth win of the season, and a boost of confidence for a bunch of new faces. STATS VS. DORA: RAIDER 3pts, 1reb, 1steal; DEWICK 6pts, 4reb, 3asst; PORTER 20pts, 5reb, 2asst; STOUT 8pts, 3reb, 3asst, 2blks; NOBLE 1reb, 3asst, 1steal; BRIGGS 5pts, 3reb, 2asst; DANIELS 19pts, 14reb, 1steal; ACKLIN 10pts, 1asst, 1steal; STATS VS NEELYVILL: RAIDER 1reb, 1asst; DEWICK 8pts, 4reb, 1asst, 1steal,1blk; PORTER 10pts, 9reb, 2asst, 2steal; STOUT 6pts, 6reb, 2asst, 1blk; NOBLE 10pts, 3reb, 3asst, 2steals; BRIGGS 1pts, 1reb, 1asst, 1steal; DANIELS 11pts, 8reb, 2asst, 1steal, 1blk; ACKLIN 5pts, 3reb, 3asst, 2steals; SCORING VS WILLOW: PORTER 21, JANSEN 17, BRIGGS 8, DANIELS 8, NOBLE 5, DEWICK 4, STOUT 4.
From Page One for election are Kevin Pruett and Beverly Denton. Pruett has served on the school board for the past six years and Denton has served for the past three. Filing will begin on Tuesday, Dec. 16 and will continue during the district's regular business hours, which are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with the exception of
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January 19 and January 20. Filing will end at 5 p.m. On those days with January 20 being the last day to file. Filing will not occur on days that the school district's office is closed due to inclement weather or during the holiday season which begins at 12 noon on Monday, Dec. 22 and continues until 8 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 5, 2015.
Lottie Mae "Dot" Souders Winks Parker Lottie Mae Souders Winks Parker, age 81 of Borger, Texas passed away November 18, 2014. She was born to Gerome Bud Souders and Jaunita Stark Souders at Summersville, MO on December 12, 1932. The family moved to Minnesota returning to the Mountain View area in 1941. She married Earl Wayne Winks, Jr. In 1947 and moved to Pampa, Texas. To this union four children were born, Earl Wayne III, Deborah Ann, Susan Kay and Penny Lynn. They moved to Borger,
Texas in 1951 both working for the city. She was the first meter maid in Borger and was a sergeant with the Borger Police Department working as a dispatcher when she retired in 1986. Earl Wayne Winks, Jr. preceded her in death and she later married Clarence Parker in 1974. She loved to embroider and crochet and made many things for family and friends. She was prceded in death by her parents, both husbands and son, Wayne. She is survived by her daughters, Debbie Quizada
of Amarillo, Texas, Kay West of Frydek, Texas, and Penny Helms of Bangs, Texas; step-sons Larry Parker of Borger, Texas, Terry Parker of Buda, Texas and step-daughter Susan Poole of Stinnet, Texas; sisters Ina Faye Elam of Mtn. View, MO and Lynn Steele of Kansas City, Kansas; many grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and cousins. Graveside services were November 21, 2014 at Westlawn Memorial Park in Borger, Texas under the direction of MintonChatwell Funeral Home.
Deanna Renee Walker Wouk Deanna Renee (Walker) MO. Wouk was born June 10, She was married February 16, 1980 to Mark Raymond Wouk at St. Agnes Cathedral in Springfield, MO. She was a cosmetologist but her last project has been remodeling and decorating their house near Eureka, MO, built in 1904. She is survived by her husband Mark Wouk of the home, her daughters, Katie Sutherland and husband Jason of Lebanon, MO and Jennifer Wouk and friend Steve Iverson of St. Charles, 1960 in Mtn. View, MO. She MO; and her granddaughter passed away on December 2, Sophia Sutherland, her 2014 at her home in Eureka, parents Max and Kay
Walker of Cabol, MO; and her brothers Bill Walker and Sandy of Tyrone, MO and Martin Walker of Cabool, MO; brother and sisterin-laws, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by her sister Rebecca Lynn Walker, her mother and father-in-laws Ray and Alberta Wouk, and her grandparents, Earl and Grace Walker and Loyd and Mary Bay. Services were held Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014 at the Nazarene Church in Mtn. View, MO.
Free Christmas musical, 'We Celebrate the King' on Dec. 20, 21 First Baptist Church of Mountain View invites you and your family to attend We Celebrate the King, a musical set in Biblical times about the birth of Christ and those who were there, on December 20 at 7 p.m. and December 21 at 6 p.m. This FREE Christmas production features Phil Rohrer, Paula Brown, Jackson Cobb, Larry Price, Buddy Seibert, Bill Clapp
and Hena Adams. With music provided by the First Baptist Church Worship Choir, this show will entertain and delight all ages. And make plans to join us on Christmas Eve for our special Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6 pm. With carols and a creative retelling of the Christmas story through candles, this service will truly help your family celebrate and worship
the true meaning of the season. The FBC family looks forward to welcoming your family to We Celebrate the King and our Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. For questions or more information, please contact the church office at (417) 934-2621. Also, visit FBC’s website at www.mvfbc.com and www.facebook.com/ firstbaptistmountainview.
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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 Monday, December 1, 2014 A male subject reported to the Howell County Sheriff’s Office that he was missing $1,400 from his residence located on State Route 14 in West Plains. Thursday, December 4, 2014 Deputy Rick Fox responded to State Route 142 in Moody in reference to a report of a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, two subjects known to each other stated they had been involved in a verbal altercation with each other. Both parties stated nothing of a physical nature occurred. The male subject left the residence on his own accord. Friday, December 5, 2014 Deputy Rodney Harper responded to CR 6420 in West Plains to take a property damage report. A male subject reported that someone unknown to him had taken down a gate and cut his fence open in an area next to the gate. A full investigation is ongoing at this time. Deputy Buddy Thompson was dispatched to the Ozark Regional Stockyards located at U.S. Hwy. 63 in West Plains for a report of cattle theft. The matter remains under investigation. COMMITMENTS Saturday, November 8, 2014 Shane Martin Maurer, 29 of Tecumseh was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 11-10-14 for time served. Friday, November 28, 2014 Mark Johnathan Gould, 54 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 11-30-14 for time served. Saturday, November 29, 2014 Craig Daniel Wilson, 30 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 12-1-14 for time served. Ethan J-Gabriell Alexander, 20 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 11-30-14 for time served. Monday, December 1, 2014 Jennifer Lea Collins, 53 of Mammoth Spring, AR, was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 12-3-14 for time served. Tuesday, December 2, 2014 Dooley Stratton Sansegraw, 20 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 12-4-14 for time served. Robert Joseph Clubb, 44 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Jamie Dwane Curnutt, 32 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Thursday, December 4, 2014 Justin Wayne Bryson, 29 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 12-6-14 for time served.
Howell County 911 November Call Summary Howell County 911 dispatchers answered a total of 1,962 calls during the month of November 2014. Of those calls, 1,707 contacts were made to emergency service agencies. Following is a breakdown of contacts made by category: LAW ENFORCEMENT 825 Howell County Sheriff 127 Missouri Highway Patrol 86 West Plains Police 206 Mountain View Police 219 Willow Springs Police 187 MEDICAL 478 South Howell Co. Ambulance 322 Mountain View Ambulance 65 Willow Springs Ambulance 71 Poison Control 0 Air Evac 8 St. Johns 0 Cox Air 0 OMC ER 12 FIRE, RESCUE & FIRST RESPONDERS 340 Bakersfield 2 Brandsville 5 Caulfield 9 Eleven Point 15 Howell Rural 52 Lanton 1 Moody 8 Mountain View 53 Peace Valley-White Church 11 Pomona 16 Pottersville 6 Pumpkin Center 5 Rover 2 West Plains 128 Willow Springs Fire 27 OTHER MISCELLANEOUS CONTACTS 64 Of the calls received, 1,027 (52%) were from cell phones, 2 to the Red Cross and 6 to Howell-Oregon.
The Standard News Friday, December 5, 2014 Mark Johnathan Gould, 54 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Brett Lee Trimmer, 32 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Logan Mikel Stephens, 27 of Mtn. View was booked for a court ordered commitment. Ethan J-Gabriel Alexander, 20 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Jeremy Lee Thompson, 34 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Kanaan Jacob Boyd, 21 of Birch Tree was booked for a court ordered commitment. Saturday, December 6, 2014 Cameron Seth Crockarell, 45 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Imer James Green, 29 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. ARRESTS Sunday, November 2, 2014 Christa Lynn Halsted, 27 of Mtn. View was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for assault-2nd degree; abuse of a child and endangering the welfare of a child-1st degree. She bonded out on 12-2-14 and is to appear in court on 12-5-14. Friday, November 7, 2014 Adam Leslie Bennington, 29 of West Plains was arrested on a
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 Stephanie N. Freiman, 25 of West Plains was arrested on Monday, Dec. 1 at 3:10 p.m. in Howell County for unlawful use of drug paraphernalia; possession of up to 35 grams or marijuana and no seat belt. She was processed and released at the scene. Brad E. Freiman, 28 of West Plains was arrested on Monday, Dec. 1 at 3:10 p.m. in Howell County for unlawful use of drug paraphernalia; possession of up to 35 grams or marijuana and no seatbelt. He was processed and released at the scene. John C. Kelly, 26 of Birch Tree was arrested on Friday, Dec. 5 at 10:24 a.m. in Shannon County for felony warrant for assault; misdemeanor warrants (x2) for traffic violations all warrants issued through the Texas County Sheriff's Office; speeding. He was taken to the Shannon County Jail where he is being held on bond. ACCIDENTS A one-vehicle accident occurred on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 2:50 p.m. in Ozark County on U.S. Hwy. 160, 6 miles West of Gainesville. According to reports, a 2002 Toyota Camry, operated by David C. Lawson, 65 of Isabella was travelling Westbound when he ran off the right side of the road and struck two MoDOT chevron signs. Reports further indicated that Lawson was arrested for driving while intoxicated; leaving the scnee of a motor vehicle accident; no insurance and failure to maintain the right half of the roadway. He was taken to the Ozark County Jail where he has since been released. The accident was investigated by Trooper A.R. Johnson.
MSHP: Troop G releases Thanksgiving Day holiday totals Captain Mark G. Inman, commanding officer, Troop G, Willow Springs, announces the following traffic totals for the Thanksgiving Day holiday period. Troop G troopers participated in Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) from Wednesday, November 26, 2014, through Sunday, November 30, 2014. Troop G reported 26 traffic crashes, which resulted in seven injuries and no fatalities over the holiday weekend. Troopers arrested two people for driving while intoxicated. During Operation C.A.R.E., troopers made 11 drug arrests; issued 214 speed summonses, 27 safety belt summonses, one child restraint summons; and answered 118 calls for service in Troop G. Troop G troopers working on U.S. Highway 60 also participated in the 20-Mile Trooper project. Troopers assigned to this operation worked 12-hour shifts to patrol 20mile intervals on major highways and interstates in Missouri on Wednesday, November 26, 2014, and Sunday, November 30, 2014. There were zero fatal traffic crashes on highways covered by the 20-Mile Trooper project. Totals from the 20Mile Trooper project include: 95 - speed summonses; 9 - seat belt summonses; 2 - other hazardous moving vehicle summonses; 11 - nonmoving summonses; 2 - driver’s license summonses; 8 - uninsured motorist summonses; 4 - misdemeanor warrant arrests; 1 felony warrant arrest; 6 - drug arrests; 93 - warnings Captain Inman says, “I am very pleased no one lost their life on the roadways in Troop G this Thanksgiving Day. Our troopers work very hard to keep the motoring public safe. Please do your part by being a safe, courteous driver” In support of “The Drive To ZERO Highway Deaths,” the Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!
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Howell County Warrant for probation violation. He was released on 12-4-14 for time served. Tuesday, November 18, 2014 Ashley Nicole Osgood, 29 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for probation violation. She was released per court order on 12-4-14. Saturday, November 22, 2014 Daniel Joe Drumwright, 32 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for domestic assault-2nd degree. He bonded out on 12-1-14 and is to appear in court on 12-15-14. Tuesday, November 25, 2014 Nathaniel Jack Meyers, 24 of West Plains was arrested on a West Plains Warrant for 2 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. He was released on 12-2-14 for time served. Saturday, November 29, 2014 Kathryn Ellen Tackitt, 32 of Independence was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. She bonded out on 12-1-14 and is to appear in court on 12-19-14. Sunday, November 30, 2014 Jason Nathaneal Peters, 32 of Caulfield was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for traffic offense. He was released on 12-1-14 for time served. Monday, December 1, 2014 Tracy Dawn Sloniker, 44 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for probation violation. She bonded out on 12-5-14 and is to appear in court on 12-19-14. Andrew James Gamble, 30 of Thayer was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for felony failure to appear. He is currently being held without bond. Andrea Marie Kosemund, 26 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for 2 counts of felony stealing. She bonded out on 12-1-14 and is to appear in court on 12-15-14. Charles Jacob Smith, 21 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for 2 counts of felony failure to appear. He was released per court order on 12-4-14 and is to appear in court on 12-5-14. Tuesday, December 2, 2014 Steven Lee Tucker, 40 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 12-2-14 and is to appear in court on 12-29-14. Misty Renae Lucas, 32 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for drive motor vehicle on highway while license is suspended/revoked. She was issued a roadside citation and released on 12-2-14 and is to appear in court on 1229-14. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Bobby Lee Labbee, 38 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for being a fugitive from out of state. He bonded out on 12-4-14 and is to appear in court on 12-8-14. Thursday, December 4, 2014 Thomas William Highfill, 52 of Viola, AR, was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. He bonded out on 12-6-14 and is to appear in court on 12-29-14. Kyle Russell Fuller, 23 of South Pekin, IL, was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for felony failure to appear. He is currently being held without bond. Carrie Jo Braun, 28 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. She is currently being held on bond. Paul Andrew Niermann, 26 of Thayer was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for felony failure to appear. He is currently being held without bond. Friday, December 5, 2014 Timothy Brett Rankin, 22 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for 3 counts of distrib/del/manuf/prod/ attempt a controlled substance; distrib/delivering not more than 5 grams and keeping or maintaining a public nuisance. He bonded out on 12-6-14 and is to appear in court on 12-29-14. Bryce Robert Condra, 24 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for 3 counts of distrib/del/manuf/prod/ attempt a controlled substance; distrib/delivering not more than 5 grams and keeping or maintaining a public nuisance. He bonded out on 12-6-14 and is to appear in court on 12-29-14. Gina Ann Anderson, 49 of Greenville, SC, was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for probation violation. She is currently being held without bond. James Cameron Haines, 29 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for probation/parole violation. He is currently being held without bond. Christopher Charles Corey, 36 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for probation/parole violation. He is currently being held on a $520 bond. Sunshine Blue Ledbetter, 36 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for DWI-alcohol intoxication. He was issued a roadside citation and released on 12-5-14. Sunday, December 7, 2014 Harley Davidson Holt, 34 of Springfield was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for failure to register as a sex offender. He is currently being held without bond. Kevin Matthew Stephens, 32 of Pomona was arrested for interfering with legal process. He was released on a summons on 12-7-14 and is to appear in court on 2-9-15. Dakota Layne Caughron, 19 of Koshkonong was arrested for DWI-alcohol intoxication and operated motor vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner. He was released on a summons on 12-7-14 and is to appear in court on 2-9-15.
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 Monday, December 1, 2014 Terry Lee Holloway, 44 of Winona was issued citations for failure to wear seatbelt and knowingly driving while license is suspended/revoked. Nicholas Shane Fielding, 19 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for failure to wear seatbelt. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Wayne M. Sechrest, 18 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for assault-3rd degree. Ethan Douglas Shannon, 22 of Mtn. View was issued citations for speeding and driving with no valid driver's license. See MVPD on Page 11
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37th Judicial Circuit Court Proceedings Howell, Shannon, Carter, Oregon County Filings - December 1st thru December 8th 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 Murder-1st Degree (Felony): Jason L. McClurg of Eminence; Jamie D. Curnutt of Willow Springs; Escape Or Attempted Escape From Custody While Under Arrest For Felony (Felony): Jason L. McClurg of Eminence; Child Molestation-1st Degree (Felony): William J. Wear of West Plains; Statutory Sodomy-1stDeviant Sexual Intercourse With Person Less Than 14 (Felony): William J. Wear of West Plains; Failure To Register As Sex Offender (Felony): Kevin C. Skiver of West Plains; Rickey L. McCutcheon of West Plains; Domestic Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): Shane Skyler Coe of West Plains; Burglary-2nd Degree (Felony): Ashley D. Hackworth of West Plains; John J. Crase of West Plains; Nathan C. Graves of Springfield; Forgery (Felony): Amber R. Brim of Summersville; Melissa Susan Jacobson of Willow Springs; Michael Anthony Jacobson of Birch Tree; Assault-1st Degree (Felony): Amber R. Brim of Summersville; Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child-Resulting In Death (Felony): Jamie D. Curnutt of Willow Springs; Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child (Felony): Delta D. Fisher; Endangering The Welfare Of Child-1st Degree (Felony): Delta D. Fisher; Jamie D. Curnutt of Willow Springs; Dist/Del/Manf/Produce Or Attempt To Or Possess With Intent To Dist/Del/ Manuf/Produce A Controlled
Substance (Felony): Bourbon D. Sheley of Willow Springs; Thomas F. Farrier of West Plains; Keeping Or Maintaining A Public Nuisance (Felony): Bourbon D. Shelley of Willow Springs; Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $500 Or More But Less Than $25,000 (Felony): Terry R. Hicks of Eldridge; John J. Crase of West Plains; Fugitive From Out Of State (Felony): Bobby L. Labbee of Willow Springs; Fraudulent Use Of Credit/ Debit Device-Value of $500 Or More (Felony): Melissa Susan Jacobson of Willow Springs; Michael Anthony Jacobson of Birch Tree; Property Damage-1st Degree (Felony): Cindy L. Young of West Plains; John N. Young of West Plains; DWI-Alcohol-Persistent Offender (Felony): Marty C. Price of Gallatin; DWI-Alcohol (Misdemeanor): Deborah S. Balfour of West Plains; Joseph Lee Sams of Amite, LA; DWI-Combined Alcohol/ Drug Intoxication (Misdemeanor): Adam Joseph Dailing of West Plains; Possession Of Up To 35 Grams Marijuana (Misdemeanor): Thomas A. Degumbia of West Plains; Tyanna D. Woods of Alton; Christian R. Davis of Alton; Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Thomas A. Degumbia of West Plains; Tyanna D. Woods of Alton; Christian R. Davis of Alton; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Marty C. Price of Gallatin; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Marty C. Price of Gallatin; Adam Joseph Dailing of West Plains; Operate A Motor Vehicle In
A Careless And Imprudent Manner (Misdemeanor): Marty C. Price of Gallatin; Operate A Motor Vehicle In A Careless And Imprudent Manner Involving An Accident (Misdemeanor): Adam Joseph Dailing of West Plains; Failure To Drive On Right Half Of Roadway When Roadway Was Of Sufficient Width (Misdemeanor): Joseph Lee Sams of Amite, LA; Dissolution With Children: Kyla N. Watts of Mtn. View vs. Troy A. Sharr of Pacific; Dissolution Without Children: Cathy Jean Dixon of Caulfield vs. Donald E. Dixon of Bakersfield; Ricky Dale Harris of West Plains vs. Dana L. Harris of Horseshoe Bend, AR; Suit On Account: Capital One Bank vs. John C. Taylor of Caulfield; MSW Capital LLC A Limited Liability vs. Holly J. Davis of Willow Springs; First Financial Investment Fund VI LLC vs. Shannon M. Steed of West Plains; Midland Funding LLC vs. Beverly C. Gregorie of Willow Springs; Discover Bank vs. Midori L. Hall of West Plains; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Wesley D. Weaver of Mtn. View; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Perry Eugene Weaver of Mtn. View; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Michael Urbec of Mtn. View; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Daniel L. Thomas of Peace Valley; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Michael W. Scarbrough of Willow Springs; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Sarah Ross of West Plains; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Lisa Ann Roberts of Willow Springs; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Deena Paulette Lee of Willow Springs; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Roger D. Kight of West Plains; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Omie Carl Holloway of West Plains; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Heather Harrelson of West Plains; Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Brent E. Coulsell of West Plains; Jefferson Capital
Systems LLC vs. James Miner of West Plains; Breach of Contract: Cavalry SPV I, LLC vs. Jerry C. Housley of West Plains; SHANNON COUNTY Resisting Arrest/Detention/ Stop By Fleeing-Creating A Substantial Risk Of Serious Injury/Death To Any Person (Felony): Jason T. Basham of Eminence; Burglary-2nd Degree (Felony): Dustin G. Fisher of Winona; Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $500 Or More But Less Than $25,000 (Felony): Dustin G. Fisher of Winona; Valerie P. Dewitt of Eminence; Michael D. Dewitt of Summersville; Dissolution Without Children: Charles K. McGuff of Bunker vs. Paula D. McGuff of Caulfield; Small Claims Over $100: Linda Mathews of Eminence vs. Pam Lindsey of Mtn. View; CARTER COUNTY DWI-Alcohol-Aggravated Offender (Felony): Eric C. Jewell of West Plains; Possession Of Up To 35 Grams Marijuana (Misdemeanor): Steven D. Werkmeister of Van Buren; Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Steven D. Werkmeister of Van Buren; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Eric C. Jewell of West Plains; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Eric C. Jewell of West Plains; Harley Nathaniel Hiles of Mill Spring; Leonard Morris Giles of Ellsinore; Courtney Leigh Shotwell of Springfield; Daniel Anthony Million of Poplar Bluff; Michael Patrick Henry of Cooter; Russell Wayne Wagner of Ellington; Jeremy Kyle Miller of Ellsinore; Dustin Parker Powell of Van Buren; Briana M. Murray of Grandin; Skeet Thomas Glenn Barbre of Ellsinore; Bradley Paul Chailland of Hornersville; Albert R. Brandon of Grandin; Magdalena Lopez of Redford; Molly Renae Cornelius of Oran; Amber Deann Polson of Jefferson City; Lane Thomas Stluka of Salem; Dustin K. Epperson of Van Buren; Robert
R. Reynolds of Ellsinore; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Harley Nathaniel Hiles of Mill Spring; Albert R. Brandon of Grandin; Dustin K. Epperson of Van Buren; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License-2nd Offense (Misdemeanor): James Dean Cummings of Van Buren; Failure To Register Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): Eric C. Jewell of West Plains; James A. Pender of Van Buren; Harley Nathaniel Hiles of Mill Spring; Briana M. Murray of Grandin; Skeet Thomas Glenn Barbre of Ellsinore; Adam J. Griffin of Brighton, CO; Glass Containers Not Secured Safely In Vessel (Misdemeanor): James M. Redcloud of Dexter; Pursuing/Taking/Killed/ Possessed Or Disposed Of Wildlife Illegally (Misdemeanor): Donald W. Boyer of Ellsinore; Operate A Motor Vehicle In A Careless And Imprudent Manner Involving An Accident (Misdemeanor): Dustin K. Epperson of Van Buren; Driver Fail To Secure Child Less Than 8 Years Old In Child Restraint Or Booster Seat (Infraction): Briana M. Murray of Grandin; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Aletha R. Ripp of Van Buren; Tammy Michelle Hall of Poplar Bluff; James A. Pender of Van Buren; Tina D. Pender of Van Buren; Jeremy Kyle Miller of Ellsinore; Skeet Thomas Glenn Barbre of Ellsinore; Lane Thomas Stluka of Salem; Dustin K. Epperson of Van Buren; Failure To Display Plates On Motor Vehicle/Trailer (Infraction): Christopher R. Skiff of Tupper Lake, NY; Leonard Morris Giles of Ellsinore; Failure To Transfer Plates Of Vehicle Within 30 Days (Infraction): Aaron Ray Fears of Fremont; Operate Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility: Zachary T. Van Wagner of Van Buren; Jason Lee Lacey of Ellington; Expired License: Michael Ray Wallace of Ellsinore; Driver Of Motor Vehicle Failed To Wear Properly
Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt: Logan M. Saffle of Ellsinore; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH: Courtney Ann Taylor of Neelyville; Christopher R. Skiff of Tupper Lake, NY; Rhonda Kay Hazer of Van Buren; Jesse Terry Woodard of Ellsinore; Daniel Anthony Million of Poplar Bluff; Taylor Everet Pettit of Branson; Russell Wayne Wagner of Ellington; Bradley Paul Chailland of Hornersville; Robert R. Reynolds of Ellsinore; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 6-10 MPH: Jason Lee Lacey of Ellington; Winston Spencer Thompson of Carrollton, TX; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH: Warren Shea Burks of Jonesboro, AR; Ciera Lea Chang of Poplar Bluff; Tabitha West of Sikeston; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH: Briana M. Murray of Grandin; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 26 MPH Or More (Misdemeanor): Lane Thomas Stluka of Salem; Breach of Contract: Cavarly SPV 1 LLC vs. Danny Joe Ross of Van Buren; Suit On Account: First Financial Investment Fund VI LLC vs. Jansen R. Bourbon of Ellsinore; OREGON COUNTY Elder Abuse-2nd Degree (Felony): Vivian Leckelt of Thayer; Burglary-1st Degree (Felony): Faith Marie Jackson of Thayer; Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): Faith Marie Jackson of Thayer; Forgery (Felony): Carrie A. Worsham of Salem, AR; Non-Support (Misdemeanor): Victor C. Burton III of Thayer; DWI-Alcohol (Misdemeanor): Adam N. German of Alton; Failure To Drive On Right Half Of Roadway When Roadway Was Of Sufficient Width Resulting In An Accident (Misdemeanor): Phyllip B. Mitchell of Dora; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Daniel Jerome Hughes of Alton; Breach Of Contract: Cavalry SPV I LLC vs. Niki A Tyler of Thayer; Promissory Note: Ally Financial Inc. vs. Devin K. Smith;
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Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Thomas named Employee of the Month at TCMH Convenient Ways to Get Help With Your Social Security Questions Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some easier ways that I can get help with my Social Security questions? When I call their toll-free help line I get put on hold forever, and the wait time at my local Social Security office is over two hours. Approaching 62 Dear Approaching, It’s unfortunate, but the past few years the Social Security Administration has made some major budget and staff cuts that have greatly increased their phone service and field office wait times for their customers. With that said, here’s an alternative option and some tips that can help make your access to Social Security a little faster and easier. Online Services With the evolution of the Social Security website, the quickest and most convenient way to work with Social Security these days is to do it yourself online. Depending on what you need, most tasks can be done at SocialSecurity.gov like getting your Social Security statement, estimating your future benefits, applying for retirement or disability benefits, signing up for direct deposit, replacing a Medicare card and much more. See a complete list of what you can do online at ssa.gov/onlineservices. You can also get information and answers to most of your Social Security questions at faq.ssa.gov if you’re patient enough to read through the information yourself. But, if you need more help than their website offers, you can always call Social Security’s toll-free service line at 800772-1213 Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. and ask your question over the phone, or make a scheduled appointment with your local field office. To reduce your wait time, avoid calling during their rush hour times, which are the first week of the month, and daily from about 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Need Advice? If you’re seeking advice on when you should start taking your Social Security benefits, you need to know that while Social Security employees do provide information on how the system works under different circumstances, they aren’t allowed to give case-specific advice on when you should start drawing your benefits. If you want help with this, you’ll need to turn to some of the free or fee-based Social Security tools that are available online through private financial service companies or AARP. Depending on the service, these tools take into account the different rules and claiming strategies that can affect your benefits, and some of them can crunch hundreds of calculations to compare your benefits under various scenarios and different ages to help you figure out the best time to start claiming. Some of the best free tools are AARP’s Social Security Calculator (aarp.org/socialsecuritybenefits); SSAnalyze which is offered by Bedrock Capital Management (bedrockcapital.com/ssanalyze); and Analyze Now (analyzenow.com – click on “Computer Programs”) which offers a “Free Strategic Social Security Planner” but requires Microsoft Excel to use it. Or, if you don’t mind spending a little money, there are higher-level services you can use like Maximize My Social Security (maximizemysocialsecurity.com), which charges $40 for their report, and takes into account the thousands of different factors and combinations to help you maximize your benefits. And Social Security Solutions (socialsecuritysolutions. com, 866-762-7526), which offers several levels of service (ranging between $20 and $250) including their $125 “Advised” plan that runs multiple calculations and comparisons, recommends a best course of action in a detailed report, and gives you a one-on-one session with a Social Security specialist over the phone to discuss the report and ask questions. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit www.savvysenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
Brandon Sykes and Barbara Clements, Pomona, are the parents of a baby boy, Weston Eli Sykes, born at 11:50 p.m. Nov. 19 at OMC. He weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. His siblings are Abigail, 8; Garrett, 6; Merriam, 3; and Remington, 1. Bo and Rachel Kenslow, West Plains, are the parents of a baby girl, Agnes Jean Kenslow, born at 7:08 p.m. Nov. 20 at OMC. She weighed 9 pounds, 1/2 ounce and was 21 1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Lesa Harris, Pottersville; Bobby and Angie Harris, Branson; Greg Kenslow, West Plains; and Melody Kenslow, West Plains. Jared and Kimberly Reed, Thayer, are the parents of a baby boy, Timothy Maxwell Reed, born at 3:21 p.m. Nov. 21 at OMC. He weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long. Grandparents are Deedra Pilger, Mountainburg, Arkansas, and Tim an Shelly Reed, Mountain View, Missouri. James Nichols and Tyonna Chesworth, West Plains, are the parents of a baby girl, Kaelyn Alaine Nichols, born at 5:50 a.m. Nov. 23 at OMC. She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long. Her sibling is Kynsley, 1. Grandparents are Robert and Natasha Jamison and Allen and Christi Clarke, all of West Plains. Daniel and Megan Dooley, Winona, are the parents of a baby boy, Landrick Shawn Dooley, born at 12:34 p.m. Nov. 27 at OMC. He weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long. Grandparents are Jerry and Darlene Brooks, Mountain View, and Mike and Susann Dooley, Winona. Chance and Angela Johnson, Summersville, are the parents of a baby girl, Malea Ruth Johnson, born on Nov. 29 (no time given). She weighed 8 pounds, 6 1/2 ounces and was 20 inches long. Her siblings are Colton, 10; Sam, 8; Carson, 7; and Ashlynn, 5. Grandparents are Don and Barbara Tuttle and Carman Johnson, all of Summersville. Michael Craig and Holly Kempers, West Plains, are the parents of a baby girl, Amelia Marie Craig, born at 7:02 p.m. Nov. 30 at OMC. She weighed 6 pound, 4 1/2 and was 20 inches long.
Texas County Memorial Hospital has named Krista Thomas of Houston the November employee of the month. Thomas is a tech in the TCMH pharmacy, and she has worked at TCMH for over four years. Thomas was nominated for the award by Jennifer Jordan, TCMH nurse manager in the pharmacy. “You never have to ask Krista to assist when help is needed at TCMH,” Jordan said. “Krista steps up and helps whenever she sees a need.” Thomas was recognized for exemplary help she recently provided to the obstetrics department during an emergency situation. “There are no words to describe Krista’s involvement for the emergency Caesareansection in the OB
department, Angela Raymond, obstetrics department director said. “Krista’s assistance was invaluable to our unit.” As employee of the month, Thomas received a certificate honoring her achievement; a pin; $100 cash; a special parking place in the TCMH lot; one day of paid vacation; a membership in the TCMH Fitness Center; a $50 gift card, and gift certificates to Paws N Claws, D&L Florist, Janstiques and Blissful Nirvana Massage. A reception will be held at the hospital in honor of Thomas. This is the second time Thomas has received the employee of the month award. Thomas was the August 2011 employee of the month at TCMH. Thomas is eligible for the 2014 TCMH employee of the year award.
Provide a miracle for area patients during 20th Annual Miracle of Giving Blood Drive
EOM - Krista Thomas (center), TCMH November employee of the month, with David Phipps, TCMH pharmacist, and Jennifer Jordan, TCMH pharmacy nurse Blood this type on hospital shelves manager. (Photo provided to the Standard)
The Community Center of the Ozarks reminds donors that the miracle of the holiday season lies in the gifts we give others. When you donate during the 20th annual Miracle of Giving Blood Drive December 8 through January 4, you’ll receive a 50 percent bonus on LifePoints. LifePoints is CBCO’s donor rewards program that lets you trade your points for great gift cards, wearables or donations to other area notfor-profit organizations. More information on the LifePoints donor rewards program may be found at www.cbco.org. The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) has issued a CODE YELLOW ALERT for ALL NEGATIVE BLOOD TYPES. There is currently less than a two-day supply of
and donations are needed immediately. Donors to Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) provide all of the blood for patients at thirtyseven area hospitals. Every five minutes on average, a transfusion takes place. It takes around 250 donations each day to meet the area’s blood needs. You can help by giving this week at the Liberty High School on Monday, Dec. 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. To be eligible to give blood, you must weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good health and present a valid photo ID. For more information about sharing your good health with others, please visit our website at www.cbco.org or call tollfree 1-800-280-5337.Thank you for giving life to your community.
Breastfeeding Support Group to meet in December The Texas County Memorial Hospital breastfeeding support group will meet Tue., Dec. 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the second floor med surg education room at the hospital. Jennifer Terrill, a registered nurse and internationally board certified lactation consultant at TCMH, will facilitate the breastfeeding support group. The group is open to mothers that are currently breastfeeding or expectant mothers that are planning to breastfeed after the
birth of their child. Mothers may bring their breastfeeding child to the meeting. The group offers education, support and encouragement for area mothers. Support group meetings are held the fourth Thursday of every month. The support group is free, but the obstetrics department requires preregistration prior to the support group. For more information or to register, contact the TCMH obstetrics department at 417-9671260 or 1-866-967-3311, extension 4449.
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
The Standard News
Winter's abundance of Bald Eagles by Brad Hadley MDC Agent
Our national bird, the Bald Eagle, is a full time resident of Missouri but in relatively small numbers. When the harsh cold sets in and begins freezing open waters to the north of us though, those numbers swell as numerous eagles move to the south, essentially chasing open water. Streams, lakes, even large ponds that either remain unfrozen or freeze over only for short lengths of time attract the eagles. I was by just such a pond the other day I was able to see a Bald Eagle. Not just see it, but actually see it hunt. I watched as the eagle flew down from its perch, dropping close to the
water and picking up speed as it did so. Naturally the eagle’s dive and drive caught my attention so I followed its course closely. It had a target – not a “sitting duck”, but a grebe in open water. The grebe saw it coming though, and made a dive just in the nick of time. The eagle didn’t appear flustered; it simply circled back around and made another go at the grebe as it came back up. Missed again. Fourteen times the eagle made a circle and the grebe made a dive. On the fifteenth circle the grebe wasn’t quite quick enough and the eagle sunk its sharp talons into it. But for some reason it did not continue on in flight, instead the eagle also hit the water, but still with the grebe in
its grasp. Bald Eagles aren’t made to sit on the water like a goose, duck, or grebe. So what did the eagle do? After wrestling the grebe around in its talons a couple of minutes, the eagle got it oriented kind of trailing out behind it. Then, in a not too graceful but quite effective manner, the eagle used its wings like it was paddling a canoe and in just a few minutes made it to the bank with the grebe. There it delivered a quick killing blow with its hooked beak and the grebe was a goner. The eagle then lifted off and flew a couple of hundred yards to a lone tree in a field, where it made a meal of the grebe. The whole event was quite fascinating. Bald Eagles are quite
Wildlife Refuge north of St. Louis closed Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge closed the Cora Island Unit to all public entry. The reason for this closure is to provide safer conditions for contractors and the public as contractors with heavy equipment begin work on a side channel construction project in the closed area. This refuge unit is just north of St. Louis, Missouri. The construction area of approximately 1,265 acres will be closed to all public access for safety reasons until the project is complete. Violation of the closed area could result in prosecution. During the next year this refuge unit will undergo habitat improvement to reconnect the Missouri River with its floodplain. The Cora Island side channel project includes restoration of shallow water habitat through creation of an additional side channels of the Missouri River. A contractor for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, will excavate a side channel approximately two mileslong. The amount of river flow diverted into this side channel from the Missouri
River will be less than 10% during the navigation season. Shallow, slower water in these side channels provides better habitat for many fishes, in particular the endangered pallid sturgeon. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is the principal federal agency responsible for conserving, protecting and enhancing fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. The Service manages the 94-million-acre National Wildlife Refuge System that encompasses more than 560 national wildlife refuges, thousands of small wetlands and other special management areas. It also operates 70 national fish hatcheries, 64 fishery resource offices and 78 ecological services field stations. The agency enforces federal wildlife laws, administers the Endangered Species Act, manages migratory bird populations, restores nationally significant fisheries, conserves and restores wildlife habitat such as wetlands, and helps foreign governments with their conservation efforts. It also oversees the Federal
Aid program that distributes hundreds of millions of dollars in excise taxes on fishing and hunting equipment to state fish and wildlife agencies. Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge encompass more than 17,000 acres of public land in 12 separate units in the Missouri River Floodplain between Kansas City and St. Louis. For further information about the Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge and to see a map of the updated restrictions visit: www.fws. gov/refuge/big_muddy The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated professionals and commitment to public service. For more information on our work and the people who make it happen, visit http://www. fws/gov.
Mark Twain National Forest amends plan to further protect species Mark Twain National Forest has amended its 2005 management plan to further protect several threatened and possibly endangered species. Endangered species are animals and plants that are in danger of becoming extinct. Threatened species are animals and plants that are likely to become endangered in the foreseeable future. Additional protective measures have been incorporated to conserve and recover declining Ozark hellbender populations as well as snuffbox, spectaclecase and sheepnose mussel populations. The amendment also promotes the conservation and recovery of running buffalo clover, and ensures persistence of Forest populations of various other Regional Foresterdesignated sensitive species. Mark Twain National Forest is part of US Forest Service Region 9, which has its own list of sensitive species. Ozark hellbender; snuffbox, spectaclecase and sheepnose mussel populations, and running buffalo clover are listed
as endangered by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Current Ozark hellbender populations number approximately 1,100 in Missouri. Ozark hellbenders are native to Missouri and Arkansas Ozarks. They can grow to be almost 2 feet long, one of the largest salamander species in the world. According to Mark Twain National Forest Supervisor Bill Nightingale, the amendment is based on the most recent scientific information about these species, their habitat, and threats to their conservation and recovery. Between the time these species were listed and this plan amendment was signed, Mark Twain National Forest consulted with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on 72 individual projects to ensure management activities did not adversely affect these species. “We have been implementing these measures project by project,” Nightingale said. “Adding them to the Forest Plan will ensure consistency and
streamline the consultation with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.” “We take seriously our obligations to protect listed species and designated habitat,” Mark Twain National Forest Biologist Theresa Davidson said. Davidson is currently a member of U.S. Fish and Wildlife’s Ozark hellbender Recovery Team, charged with developing a recovery plan for Ozark hellbenders. She is also on Missouri Department of Conservation and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hellbender Working Group, which includes specialists from Missouri and Arkansas. Mark Twain National Forest is the largest public land manager in Missouri with 1.5 million acres in 29 counties in southern and central Missouri. Mark Twain National Forest is managed to restore Missouri’s natural communities and maintain a healthy, working forest. Visit Mark Twain National Forest’s website at http:// www.fs.usda.gov/mtnf for more information.
regal in appearance, and anyone who has ever seen one up close can attest to the fact that they, quite simply, look like a predator. Cold eyes, massive hooked beak, and talons that look like the can pierce a man’s arm. And they can. But eagles are not really that particular about what they eat, with diets that include fish, fowl, and other beasts, to include domesticated pets and small livestock. Live or dead. Eagles will scavenge. This time of year if you go to a spot on the river where someone has left the remains of their nicely filleted and scored suckers, you are likely to find an eagle, or
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maybe two, cleaning up the mess. They will also clean up many deer that were mortally wounded but not found during the latest deer season. They are predators, sure, but they are also opportunistic scavengers. In either role, they still have that regal appearance though. Winter is upon us and with it great opportunity to get out and view eagles. In fact, in many areas of the state your Missouri Department of Conservation promotes this activity through “Eagle Day” events. These events are typically held near large bodies of water that are holding several eagles, and
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at them there are usually several spotting scopes set up for use by attendees. Some may even have a live Bald Eagle being displayed by a handler, allowing you a close up look into those cold eyes. To find such an event visit http://mdc. mo.gov and search “Eagle Days”. Locally, just pay attention to what’s going on around you; you never know when you might get the opportunity to see an eagle swim like it was paddling a canoe. For more information or if we can help you with conservation matters, call Conservation Agents Brad Hadley at 573230-3706 or Justin Emery at 573-230-6174.
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available on the National Park Service website at http://parkplanning.nps. gov/ozarkgmp beginning December 12. Because the entire document is over 600 pages in length, the number of printed copies has been kept to a minimum. For your convenience, CDs and an informational newsletter are available upon request by contacting the Riverways at (573)3234236. For those who are already on the Riverways’
mailing list, the informational newsletter will be automatically mailed to the address on file and should arrive very soon after December 12. A 30-day no-action period will follow the release of the Final GMP. After that time, the National Park Service Midwest Regional Director will sign a record of decision that approves the final plan and documents the alternative selected for
implementation. National Park Service approval does not guarantee that the funding or staffing needed for its implementation are immediately forthcoming. As always, we look forward to hearing from the public and encourage all to visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/ ozar or our Facebook page for further updates. For more information, please contact Dena Matteson at (573) 323-8028 or dena_ matteson@nps.gov.
Feeder Cattle Auction Report for 12/02/2014 Receipts: 2763 Last week: 940 Year Ago: 7025 Compared to the lightly tested market of last week, feeder steers and heifers traded 5.00-9.00 higher. Yearling steers and heifers were not well tested. Demand was very good on a moderate supply which consisted of 53 percent steers, 4 percent bulls and 43 percent heifers. Near 33 percent of the offering weighed over 600 lbs. ***Special Pre-Vac Sale starting at 8:00 AM, Friday, December 5th*** Feeder Steers: Medium and Large 1 250-300 lbs 350.00-370.00; 300-400 lbs 335.00-362.50; 400-450 lbs 320.00-345.00; 450-500 lbs 312.50-332.50; 500-550 lbs 285.00-310.00; 550-600 lbs 267.00-287.50; 600-700 lbs 247.00-273.00, few 633 lb fleshy 237.50; 700-800 lbs 231.00-245.00;Pkg 65 hd 839 lbs 227.00. Medium and Large 1-2 Pkg 5 hd 255 lbs 340.00; 300-350 lbs 310.00-345.00; 350-400 lbs 305.00-327.50; 400-450 lbs 290.00-317.50; 450-500 lbs 282.50-310.00; 500-550 lbs 257.50-285.00; 550-600 lbs 240.00-270.00; 600-700 lbs 229.00-252.50; 700-800 lbs 210.00-235.00; 800-850 lbs 208.00-222.00. Medium and Large 2 250-300 lbs 310.00-315.00; 300-400 lbs 292.50-300.00; 400-500 lbs 255.00-280.00; 500-600 lbs 230.00-252.50; 600-650 lbs 222.50-225.00. Large 1450-500 lbs 295.00-310.00. Large 1-2 450-500 lbs 240.00-265.00; 550-600 lbs 242.50-265.00; Few 651 lb 243.00;700-750 lbs 225.00237.50. Feeder Holstein Steers: Large 3 Pkg 60 hd 869 lbs 174.00; Few 910 lbs 165.00. Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large 1 Pkg 6 hd 271 lbs 325.00; 300-350 lbs
305.00-330.00; 350-400 lbs 290.00-320.00; 400-450 lbs 270.00-297.50; 450-500 lbs 265.00-287.50; 500-550 lbs 246.00-267.50; 550-600 lbs 235.00-252.50; 600-700 lbs 230.00-250.00; 700-800 lbs 225.00-233.00. Medium and Large 1-2 200-250 lbs 325.00-355.00; Pkg 6 hd 262 lbs 300.00; 300-400 lbs 275.00-300.00; 400-450 lbs 252.50-272.50; 450-500 lbs 237.50-265.00, pkg 5 hd 489 lb fleshy 229.00; 500-550 lbs 225.00-250.00; 550-600 lbs 215.00-239.00; 600-700 lbs 207.00-235.00, few 613 lb fleshy 200.00, pkg 5 hd 615 lb thin fleshed 240.00; 700-750 lbs 200.00-217.50; 800-900 lbs 196.00-205.00. Medium and Large 2 Pkg 14 hd 251 lbs 270.00; 300-400 lbs 250.00-270.00; 400-500 lbs 225.00-250.00; 500-600 lbs 195.00-220.00; 600-700 lbs 180.00-205.00; 700-800 lbs 179.00-190.00; Pkg 4 hd 985 lbs 160.00. Large 1-2 500-600 lbs 220.00-235.00. Feeder Bulls: Medium and Large 1 300-400 lbs 310.00335.00; 450-500 lbs 310.00315.00; Few 602 lbs 252.50. Medium and Large 1-2 350-400 lbs 280.00-285.00; 400-500 lbs 255.00-277.50; 500-550 lbs 252.50-277.50; 550-600 lbs 220.00-248.00; 600-700 lbs 215.00-245.00; 700-750 lbs 213.00-230.00; 800-850 lbs 187.00-195.00. Cow and Bull Auction Report for 12/03/2014 Receipts: 950 Last Week: 386 Year Ago: 1259 Compared to last week, slaughter cows and bulls traded 1.00-2.00 higher. Demand was good on a moderate supply which consisted of 49 percent slaughter cows, 22 percent bred cows, 5 percent cow/ calf pairs, 7 percent slaughter bulls, 6 percent stocker/ feeder cows and 12 percent calves. Note: Special PreVac Feeder Sale 8:00 AM
Friday, December 5*** Slaughter Cows: Percent Lean Average Dressing High Dressing Low Dressing Breaking 70-80 111.00117.00 118.00-127.00 102.00-111.00 Boning 80-85 109.00117.00 117.00-124.00 101.00-109.00 Lean 85-90 106.00112.00 112.00-122.00 92.50-106.00 Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1-2 1130-2270 lbs average dressing 128.00137.00 per cwt, high dressing 137.00-146.00, low dressing 113.00-128.00. Bred Cows: Medium and Large 1-2 2-6 yr old 10151465 lb cows in 2nd to 3rd stage 2000.00-2600.00 per head; Short-solid mouth 1100-1560 lb cows in 2nd to 3rd stage 1800.00-2250.00 per head. Medium and Large 2 2-7 yr old 927-1350 lb cows in 1st to 3rd stage 1650.00-2000.00 per head; short-solid to broken mouth 970-1465 lb cows in 2nd to 3rd stage 1275.00-1800.00 per head. Medium 1-2 3 yr to short-solid mouth 7101228 lb cows mostly in 1st to 2nd stage 1125.00-1600.00 per head. Stocker and Feeder Cows: Medium and Large 1-2 Open or unchecked cows and heiferettes, 1+ to 3 yr old 895-1240 lb heifers 123.00172.50 per cwt;4-7 yr old 770-1280 lb cows 114.00191.00 per cwt. Cow-Calf Pairs: Medium and Large 1-2 2-6 yr old 880-1330 lb cows with 175-250 lb calves 2250.00-2900.00 per pair; Short-solid to broken mouth 1250-1390 lb cows with 150-250 lb calves 1900.00-2600.00 per pair.Medium 1-2 3 yr to short-solid mouth 7301075 lb cows with 150-250 lb calves 1700.00-1950.00 per pair.
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE WHEREAS, Kasey B. Shields and Amber L. Shields, husband and wife, by a Deed of Trust dated March 11, 2009, and recorded March 13, 2009, in the office of the recorder of deeds for Howell County, Missouri, in Cabinet B, Drawer 6, Instrument No. 2009R1232, conveyed the following described property situated in Howell County, Missouri: Lots 11 and 12 in Block 1 of Monk Landrum Subdivision of a part of Lot 2 of Rural Subdivision of Northwest Quarter of Southwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 27, Range 7. (502 West Third Street, Mountain View, Missouri) which conveyance was made to Brian Asberry, Trustee, in trust to secure the payment of one promissory note in said Deed of Trust described; and WHEREAS, paragraph 24 of said deed of trust authorizes and empowers the holder to appoint a successor trustee; and WHEREAS, an Appointment of Successor Trustee was recorded on November 13, 2014, Instrument No. 2014R4212 of the Howell County, Missouri real estate records, wherein Charles C. Cantrell was appointed as Successor Trustee; and WHEREAS, default was made and still continues in the payment of said note; NOW THEREFORE, I, Charles C. Cantrell, will sell the real estate above described at public sale, to the highest bidder for cash, at the East front door of the Howell County Courthouse, in the City of West Plains, Howell County, Missouri, on Friday, December 19,
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Thursday, December 4, 2014 Terry Travis Livingston, 28 of Newberry, SC, was issued citations for failure to display license plates and failure to wear seatbelt. Michael S. Pinagle, 52 of Cape Girardea was issued a citation for speeding. Sean Christopher McCormick, 21 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for failure to obey a traffic control device. Saturday, December 6, 2014 Patricia J. Bullock, 59 of Mtn. View was issued citations for failure to obey stop sign and failure to show proof of insurance. Lucas Tyrel Taber, 18 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for failure to show proof of insurance. Sunday, December 7, 2014 Elvis Williams De Leon, 27 of Newport, KY, was issued a citation for driving with no valid driver's license. Monday, December 8, 2014 Amanda Smith, 33 of Mtn. View was issued citations for making a false report and property damage/vandalism (under $500). INCIDENTS Monday, Dec. 1, 2014 thru Monday, Dec. 8, 2014 While conducting a traffic stop, noticed driver was impaired and was later arrested for DWI.
From Page Six Officers were dispatched to Signal for a gas drive-off. A report was taken. Under investigation. Officers took a report of illegal dumping at a property on South 17. Officers took a report of an assault on Stub Street. Officers took a report of a burglary at Mona Street. damage was done to a vehicle and the door of the property. A TV and DVR were stolen. Case is under investigation. A male subject walked in requesting information regarding his driver's license. Officers advised subject to contact DMV and take the proper steps to get his license reinstated. Man called in that is a suspended driver wanting to know why his license was taken and what could be done to get it back. Advised driver that his license was taken because he is suspended and not allowed to operate a vehicle on the roadways and he would have to make contact with DOR to see what needed to be done to get his license back. Landlord called in wanting to know about paper work and the process to be done right for evictions, advised to contact Howell County and go through the state courts systems, civil issues will be explained to them. Female called the police department wanting to report items stolen from her house.
Female called wanting to know if she was reported as a witness on DFS paperwork, advised to contact Howell County and then DFS for information. Female called in reporting that her ex is attempting to make contact with her in violation of her protection order, advised going to court in a couple of days for the order. Gave info and complaint form to fill out for the courts. Officers responded to East Third Street referencing a prowler banging on windows. Officers arrived and spoke with the reporting party. Officers gathered a possible description of a vehicle. Officers cnavassed the area, extra patrol was requested. Officers were requested to assist the Children's Division with a call. Person stated there was a MVC at the intersection of 60 and Pine. Arrived and there was a vehicle that was broken down, assisted pushing the vehicle off the roadway. Officers were radioed by another MVPD officer to assist in search on Stub Street for a suspect in assault case. Assisted officer with an asault case, subject was later arrested and issued a citation. Officers were notified via phone that city hall had packets to deliver to MV Councilmen. Officers picked up the packets from city hall and delivered them.
Alabama rolls MO in SEC Championship Game by Benjamin Herrold Sports Columnist Last Saturday in Atlanta, the most dominating force in college football, the No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide, overwhelmed the Missouri Tigers in the SEC Championship Game. Missouri (10-3) showed plenty of mental toughness and resilience in winning the East and making it to this game, but the gap between Missouri and Alabama (121) was obvious as the Tide rolled 42-13. Alabama’s Million Dollar Band played the booming opening notes to “Yea, Alabama,” the heavily proAlabama crowd rocked the Georgia Dome, and within minutes the Crimson Tide had a touchdown on the opening drive. Alabama led 21-3 at the half, but Missouri kept competing, as the team has all season long. The Tigers got a touchdown and a field goal in the third quarter, with two plays where Maty Mauk eluded Alabama defenders and heaved the ball down the
field for a completion. But Alabama is No. 1 for a reason, and the Tide put the game away with three touchdowns in the fourth quarter. Missouri could not get anything going on the ground against Alabama’s ferocious defensive front. The Tigers ran the ball 23 times but had just 41 yards to show for it, a paltry 1.8 yards per rush. Crimson Tide Blake Sims completed 23 of his 27 passes for 262 yards and two touchdowns. Alabama put the pressure on Missouri’s secondary with a barrage of quick, short passes to the outside. The Tide’s super talented Amari Cooper racked up 12 receptions. Missouri’s defense excelled this season, but on Saturday the Tigers yielded 504 yards of offense, continuing a disturbing trend of Missouri getting shredded in conference championship games. Coach Gary Pinkel is now 0-4 in conference title games. Some of those games have been more competitive than others, but Missouri has
Santa coming to the Mtn. View Public Library On Saturday, Dec. 13 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon Santa will be visiting the Mtn. View Public Library The children will be making a Christmas craft, may have their faces painted and refreshments will be
served. Children will also have a chance to have their picture tkane with Santa. All this at no charge. Donations will be accepted and all proceeds will go towards the library's summer reading expenses.
allowed 38, 62, 59 and 42 points in those games. That’s an average of 50.25 points allowed per game. These games have obviously been against topshelf competition. Two of those four opponents, 2008 Oklahoma and 2013 Auburn, played for a national title, and 2014 Alabama might play for it next month. Pinkel transformed Missouri from a snoozing program with potential into a consistent winner. But the conference title has eluded him, a major hole in an otherwise impressive resume. This was Crimson Tide’s 24th SEC title, as Alabama has menaced the South for generations. Missouri fans have been waiting since 1969 for a conference title. Will Pinkel ever get that brass ring? He’s taken the Tigers so far, but on Saturday night a conference championship still felt far away. Still, Pinkel did a fine coaching job with this team, and 10-3 seasons should be celebrated. The Tigers were rewarded with a trip to the Citrus Bowl on Jan. 1 (noon on ABC) in Orlando. Missouri will face the Minnesota Golden Gophers (8-4), who are probably grateful they’ll be in Florida instead of Minnesota on Jan. 1. The Gophers have shown signs of progress under coach Jerry Kill, so it should be a pretty good game. A win would be a nice finish to a successful season.
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