Mv standard issue 2 17 2016

Douglas Co.

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Man sentenced to 30 years in statutory sodomy case On February 2, 2016, Jeffery McPherson, 46, appeared in court.

McPherson Jeffery has been held McPherson in the Douglas County Jail since February 2014 on a warrant for Statutory Sodomy-1st Degree and Deviate Sexual Intercourse with a Person Less Than 14 Years Old. This warrant was a no bond warrant resulting Volume 110 - Issue 4 from an investigation by Sgt. Vernon Johnson and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department.

McPherson appeared at trial with a jury of his peers in December of 2015 in which he was found guilty. McPherson was then by Laura Wagner sentenced to 30 years in the Mountain View Standard News Department of Corrections laura@mvstandard.com by the Honorable Judge Carter.

A man accused of poisoning his wife’s kool-aid has MSHP been transferred from the Shannon County Jail to the Howell County Jason McClurg Charges: Jail. ReMurder 1st Degree At approximately 9:38 a.m., ports indion February 11, 2016, Tarkio cate the transfer came on a High School officials were change of venue for the upmade aware of a student poscoming trial. sibly possessing ammunition Jason McClurg, 37 of Wion school property. School nona faces first degree murofficials contacted the student and escorted him to a secure location in the high school and contacted the Tarkio Police Department. Upon arrival of the Tarkio Police Department, officers located a handgun in the student’s backpack at which time he was taken into custody and the school placed on lockdown. Officers from An automated call from the the Missouri State Highway Mtn. View-Birch Tree School Patrol, Tarkio Police Department, and the Atchison County District woke most parents in Sheriff’s Office conducted a the school district late Wednesprotective sweep of the school day evening as Superintendent and the school was taken off Dr. Christensen informed that lockdown. The suspect, a there would be no school on 19-year-old white male, is cur- Thursday, February 11 because rently being held at the Atchi- “a transformer has blown and son County Sheriff’s Office.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol Division of Drug and Crime Control continues to investigate.

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for ‘Kool-aid killer’ trial moved Remedy fishing fever

Tarkio student in custody after bringing weapon to school

der charges in the death of his late wife, Stephanie McClurg.

The charges stem from an incident on May 4, 2015 when McClurg had called 9-1-1 reporting that he had located his wife, Stephanie Driskell/McClurg, 32 of Winona unresponsive at their residence on Roberts Lane. When first responders arrived, Stephanie McClurg was deceased.

The Winona Police Department along with the Missouri State Highway Patrol conducted numerous interviews related to the investigation.

During interviews, a subject reported to officers that on Saturday, May 3, 2014 Jason McClurg had told them that he mixed a combination of Kool-Aid and a large number of pills to give to his wife to “get rid of her”.

He later told the subject that it did not work. The subject stated to officers that on May 4, 2014 Jason McClurg advised that he had given her an additional quantity of medications and he was going to check on her. Jason McClurg called the subject back a short time later stated that his wife was deceased.

Later, Jason McClurg de-

scribed to officers how he made the Kool-Aid drink in a water bottle while he was in Winona for the drive to Springfield. Once with his wife, he gave her the KoolAid to drink telling her to pretend she liked it because their two-year-old child had made it for her. Additional interviews resulted in several subjects confirming that Jason McClurg had described to them about how he was trying to poison his wife.

The charges set forth in an indictment are merely accusations, and each defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Mtn. View

City transformer shorts out, district forced to cancel school there is no power at Mtn. View Elementary.”

During the district’s board meeting on Thursday, February 11 Dr. Christensen addressed the issue and explained to the board the timeline of getting power back to MVE. “I talked to Josh Ennis (Elec-

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FFA to host public forum featuring local veterinarian The MV-BT FFA will host a public forum on Thursday, February 25 at 6 p.m. in the Liberty High School Library.

Mikael Orchard, of Barn Hollow Veterinary Services in Mountain View, will present information about the Veterinary Feed Directive. There will also be a short meeting after the presentation for anyone that would like to help with the Career Development Event/ contest that MV-BT FFA will be hosting in March.

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Lincoln Day Banquet to be held March 4 Howell County Republican Party Chair Ward Franz has announced that tickets are on sale for the March 4 Howell County Lincoln Day. Franz said tickets this year are $20 each and urged those planning on attending to purchase early as there is limited seating and a full slate of statewide Republican candidates have committed to attending this year’s event at the West Plains Civic Center.

Franz said this is at tremendous opportunity for area voters to hear from all the statewide Republican candidates. He previously had announced that all four gubernatorial candidates would be speaking at Lincoln Day. Now, Franz says the lineup is scheduled to include Mike Parsons and Bev Randles for Lt. Governor; Josh Hawley

and Kurt Schaffer for Attorney General; Will Kraus and Jay Ashcroft for Secretary of State and Eric Schmidt for Treasurer. Also scheduled to attend is 8th District U.S. Congressman Jason Smith.

Howell county Lincoln Day is scheduled for the Magnolia Room of the West Plains Civic Center with a reception at 6:30 p.m., followed by a bar-b-que dinner at 7 p.m. and then “old fashioned politics” to follow.

Music for the vent will be provided by Flat Rock, an area bluegrass band. Tickets are available from Joan Bailey-Russell in the Willow Springs area, Nancy Heavrin in the Mountain View area and from Ward Franz in the West Plains area or from any Howell County elected official.

HOWELL CO. New Transformer - The new transformer for the Mtn. View Elementary arrived shortly before noon on Monday, February 15. Crews from the City of Mtn. View Electric Department were on hand to install the new transformer. The district maintenance supervisor Roger Gall said staff members are on hand and waiting for the power to get turned on. “We will make sure everything’s up and running with the proper voltage and start turning on all the computers and other equipment throughout the school.” According to Gall everything should be “good to go” later this evening. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

tric Department Supervisor for the City of Mtn. View) and he said that the new piece of machinery is in South Dakota, it’s being built over night right now. The new transformer is not being shipped from South Dakota until Monday morning ... so it’s going to be tight.” Dr. Christensen went on to state that Ennis had explained to him that he would work all night if he needed to get the transformer up and running. “This was really good/bad timing I guess.

It could’ve happened on a Monday and we wouldn’t have had school for a week. As far

Mtn. View

Ronald McDonald House Week

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As the wintery season winds down, anglers throughout the Show-Me State are beginning to show some signs of trout fever.

Symptoms include: tying flies, putting new fishing line on reels, checking waders for holes, and practicing casting.

Most anglers who get trout fever get rid of it by doing one thing—visiting one of Missouri’s four trout parks to participate in the catch-andkeep trout season.

Tuesday, March 1, marks the opening of catch-andkeep trout fishing at Bennett Spring State Park near Lebanon, Montauk State Park near Licking, Roaring River State Park near Cassville, and Maramec Spring Park near St. James.

“This year’s trout opener should be good and comparable to previous years,” said MDC Fisheries Unit Chief Bruce Drecktrah.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) operates trout hatcheries at all four parks. To help predict angler turnout on opening See Trout on Page 7

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is March 1 trout opener

Proclamation Signing - City of Mtn. View Mayor Patrick Reed signed a proclamation last week proclaiming the week of February 8 through February 14 as ‘Ronald McDonald House Week’. The Ronald McDonald House provides a home away from home for families of seriously-ill and injured children who must travel far from home for medical treatment. The Ronald McDonald House has met the needs of 730 Howell County families, 119 of which are residents of Mtn. View. Pictured above is Alderman Lindell Vandevort, Alderman Jeff Wade, City Administrator Mike Wake, Alderman Larry David and Alderman Paul O’Brien. Seated is Mayor Patrick Reed. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

as having school on Tuesday, right now, we The transformer which shorted out was a 1949 model and the MVE building was the only building connected to that transformer so, according to City Administrator Mike Wake, they were the only ones affected. Wake went on to explain that, “We are ready for it when it gets here so they should have power for school on Tuesday.”

The transformer is going to cost the city $7,000 and it an expenditure that is budgeted.

“We are not having to pay any extra for the rush on getting the transformer built or get it here,” explained Wake on the cost. “We just don’t keep transformers of that size on hand.

House transformers run around $1,000 and we have several of those in stock, this is just not a standardized transformer. It was too small for the school and it needed to be upgraded anyway. We know we have some old transformers, old poles, old lines, all those things need to be put on a system to be replaced and we are currently doing that. It just takes time.”

Dr. Christensen was optimistic in being able to have school on Tuesday and stated that this will not affect the school calendar. He also explained to the Standard News that there was no damage to the inside of the school, they simply do not have power.

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 417-256-2544 or local authorities.

Ryan D. Pettitt, age 20 Wanted for warrant for arrest on a class D felony charge of property damage-1st degree. Bond set at $4,900.

Shane M. Polzin, age 26 Wanted for failure to appear warrant for arrest on a class D felony charge of non-support. No bond.

Jason H. Freeman, age 19 - Wanted for warrant for arrest on 2 class C felony charges of theft/ stealing.

Bond set at $4,500.

Dana M. Geer, age 43 Wanted for warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana.

Bond set at $4,500.

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TCMH Healthcare Foundation awards scholarships The Texas County Memorial Hospital Healthcare Foundation has awarded two $1,000 scholarships to area students to assist with their educational costs for the 2016 spring school semester.

Receiving scholarships from the TCMH Healthcare Foundation were Angela Watkins of Rolla and Ashley Collins of Pomona.

The recipients were chosen among several applicants by members of the Healthcare Foundation board of directors.

Watkins is pursuing a graduate degree in the pediatric nurse practitioner Scholarships - The TCMH Healthcare Foundation awarded two $1000 scholarships, left to program at Maryville Uniright, Jay Gentry, Healthcare Foundation director; Ashley Collins; Angela Watkins; and Wes versity in St. Louis, MO. Murray, TCMH CEO. (Photo provided to the Standard) She is currently a regis-

International tastes, sights in limelight at free ‘Kite Runner’ reception The silk is spun and the spices ground in advance of a special community event the evening of Feb. 25 that will serve as the capstone for the February Film Series hosted annually by the University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department at Missouri State University-West Plains.

“Journey Through the Mideast and Central Asia” is a free reception that will feature ethnic food and a fashion show highlighting traditional attire from these two regions on loan from community members. The traditional clothing, including many items from India, Afghanistan, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Oman,

will be modeled by students in the William and Virginia Darr Honors Program at Missouri State-West Plains.

“When we first came up with this idea, we didn’t know how many pieces of traditional attire we’d be able to track down and borrow,” said Jennifer Moore, coordinator of theater and events for the U/CP Department. “Amazingly, we’ve located stunning silk gowns, intricate beadwork and even a burqa like those worn by Afghani women we see in the news – all coming from people living in West Plains and the surrounding area who have either worked or lived abroad. Their stories will be part of the presentation. It’s going to

be a true community event.”

On the tasting menu will be vegetable samosas with a coriander and mint sauce (India and Pakistan), hummus and pita wedges (Arab world), Chicken Tikka (India), spiced potato fritters (Afghanistan), with hot masala chai tea and pomegranate juice to drink.

The reception will be held in the lobby of the West Plains Civic Center at 5:30 p.m. and will be immediately followed by the screening of the final film in this year’s series, “The Kite Runner,” rated PG-13, in the civic center theater at 6:30 p.m.

Both events are free and open to the public.

“The film series committee

STUDENTS FROM MISSOURI STATE University-West Plains display a few of the traditional clothing items from Central Asia and the Middle East that will be part of the “Journey Through the Mideast and Central Asia” free community reception and fashion show beginning at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 25 in the West Plains Civic Center lobby. The items are on loan from community members who have lived or worked overseas, organizers said, adding the event will cap off the University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department’s February Film Series.

With the clothing are, from left, Brandi Snider, Ashton Garner, Hannah Grills and Morgan Kinder, all of West Plains. (Photo provided to the Standard)

chose the theme of ‘Central Asia and the Middle East’ for this year’s series based on the university’s selection for its Common Reader, which was The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini,” Moore said. “It’s been great to see the honors students get so excited about taking part in this. It’s a great educational opportunity for them, and for the rest of us, as well.”

Earlier in the day, the U/CP Department will host a book reading and Q and A session with Dr. Tarif Bakdash, a Syrian-American physician whose book, Inside Syria – A Physician’s Memoir: My Life as a Child, a Student, and an MD in an Era of War, recounts his experiences growing up in the country, becoming a physician in the United States and returning to the region to help refugees from his war-torn homeland.

The free event, “Understanding Syria: A War Doctor’s Memoir,” will begin at 2 p.m. in the civic center theater and include the book’s co-author, Dr. W. D. Blackmon, head of the Department of English at Missouri State University in Springfield.

The reading will be the world premiere signing event for the book.

Bakdash, who works for Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, came to the U.S. to train as a neurologist at Harvard University and The Cleveland Clinic.

He returns periodically to the Middle East on humanitarian missions to treat Syrian refugees displaced by the country’s civil war.

For more information about these and other events sponsored by the Missouri State-West Plains U/CP Department, call 417-255-7966 or visit www. wp.missouristate.edu/ucp.

tered nurse and director of the obstetrics department at TCMH. Collins is a student at Missouri State University-West Plains campus, and she’s pursuing an associate’s degree in nursing.

Collins is a licensed practical nurse in the medical surgical and intensive care departments at TCMH. This is the first time both recipients have received a scholarships from the Healthcare Foundation.

“Educational scholarships are a focus area of the TCMH Healthcare Foundation,” Jay Gentry, Healthcare Foundation director, said. He added, “Our board of directors believes in the importance of education for area students that are pursuing training in healthcare-re-

lated fields.”

The Healthcare Foundation awards educational scholarships for students pursuing additional higher education each spring and fall. This fall, the Healthcare Foundation will award endowed scholarship funds in addition to the Healthcare Foundation scholarships.

“The Foundation board of directors recognizes the growing need for healthcare providers in rural America,” Gentry stated.

“It is the hope of the Foundation that these scholarships will assist in attracting and retaining qualified residents to work in the local healthcare fields.”

Complete scholarship information and the scholarship application is available online at www.tcmhfoundation.org.

Irish Celtic band stopping in WP March 3 One of Ireland’s most popular Celtic bands, Caladh Nua, will stop in West Plains March 3 for a live concert as part of its international tour.

Hosted by the Missouri State University-West Plains’ University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department, the concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the West Plains Civic Center theater. General admission tickets are $10 each; children age 13 and under and university students with a BearPass ID will be admitted free. Tickets are on sale now through the civic center box office, 110 St. Louis St., or by calling 417-256-8087.

“I didn’t realize what a big deal Caladh Nua was until I was watching a nationally televised program on PBS a few weeks ago, and there they were,” said U/CP Theater and Events Coordinator Jennifer Moore. “My jaw dropped – not just because I knew they were coming to West Plains, but also because of how amazing they sounded. They stay true to the traditional Celtic feel and lyrics of southern Ireland while throwing in a modern flair.”

The band includes musicians playing the fiddle, banjo, guitar and button accordion. It also incorporates the bodhran, a Celtic frame drum covered in goatskin that helps give the traditional music its unique

sound. Add lead vocalist Lisa Butler, who is known for her spellbinding performances, to this mix, and Caladh Nua gives audiences a musical tug on their heartstrings for all things Irish.

“There’s a reason why Ireland inspires feelings of nostalgia and familiarity among many Ozarkers, even for those of us who have never been there,” Moore said. “Many of the pioneers who settled here were Scots-Irish descendants from further east, and their influence on Ozarks culture has been tremendous. This concert kind of brings that full circle, we feel.”

Moore also pointed out the concert would be a perfect way to begin celebrating St. Patrick’s Day on March 17. “Even though the day is set aside to honor Ireland’s patron saint, St. Patrick’s Day has a special place in American hearts, as well. Whether or not we have Irish roots in our personal histories, we all look forward to wearing a little green on that day,” Moore said.

For more information about the March 3 concert, which will run one hour and 40 minutes and include an intermission, and other events sponsored by the Missouri State-West Plains U/CP Department, call 417-255-7966 or visit www.wp.missouristate. edu/ucp.

CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY a little early this year by attending a concert by internationally acclaimed Irish Celtic band Caladh Nua at 7 p.m. March 3 at the West Plains Civic Center theater. Tickets for this special event, hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains’ University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department, are on sale now. (Photo provided to the Standard)

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Upcoming Events Heart of the Ozarks United Way meeting February 18 The Annual Meeting for the Heart of the Ozarks United Way was cancelled due to inclement weather and has been rescheduled for Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 6 p.m. at the Howell-Oregon Electric Community Room. The Annual meeting is open to the public and anyone wanting to attend is welcome.

Children invited to program by MO Dept. of Conservation

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Weekly forecast for the Mountain View (65548) area Wednesday Feb. 17

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The Missouri Department of Conservation will present a program for families with kids (3rd grade and younger) on Saturday, February 20, at 1 p.m. “Animal Wrappers” is the title, and we will learn about the ways animals stay warm in the winter. Animal furs, stories, free books and refreshments will make it fun for all. Join us on February 20 at the First Presbyterian Church located at 2nd and Ash in Mtn. View, MO. Call 417-257-8349 if you have questions.

Mtn. View Garden Club to meet February 24 The Mountain View Garden Club will hold their monthly meeting February 24 at 1 p.p. at the public library. The program will be given by Gail Rowley on Growing Native Plants. The public is invited. The Mountain View Garden Club is a member of the South Central District of the Federated Garden Clubs of MO and Central Region of the National Garden Clubs Inc.

Book signing March 3 Officials with the Friends of the Garnett Library will host a book signing event for local author Marideth Sisco and her latest offering Crosspatch: Cranky Musings on Gardening on Rocky Ground from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 3, at Kellett Hall, 905 W. Main St., on the Missouri State University-West Plains campus.

Sisco, who also counts singer, songwriter, journalist and “unrepentant gardner” among her descriptive monikers, recently compiled the best of her gardening columns published in the West Plains Daily Quill, as well as selections from essays on gardening originally published in audio format on public radio station KSMU in Springfield, for this book.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event, and refreshments will be served. For more information, call 417-255-7945.

Adviser with College of Business to visit WP March 15 Kim Stagner, an adviser with the College of Business at Missouri State University in Springfield, will be on the Missouri State-West Plains campus Tuesday, March 15, to meet with prospective students interested in business degree programs offered locally and online through Missouri State Outreach.

Stagner will be in room 102 of Gohn Hall, 603 W. Main St., from noon to 5 p.m. that day to advise current students and anyone interested in the Bachelor of Science in General Business completion program, or the Bachelor of Applied Science in Technology Management degree offered online through Missouri State Outreach.

Those interested in speaking with Stagner should call Missouri State Outreach Coordinator Deanna Smith at 417255-7931 or e-mail DeannaSmith@MissouriState.edu for an appointment.

Busy Hands Workshop 5K Color Run/Walk The Busy Hands Workshop 5K Color Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, April 23 at 2 p.m. Registration is going on now and includes a t-shirt, color bag and sunglasses for $25. Drop off registration form and payment at Liberty High School to Marlenia Barker, Mtn. View Elementary to Lanna Tharp or mail to Liberty High School, Marlenia Barker, 1054 Old Hwy. 60, Mtn. View, MO 65548. For questions email Marlenia Barker at mbarker@liberty.mvbt.k12.mo.us.

Line Dance Lessons at the Mtn. View Senior Center The Mountain View Senior Center will start having line dance lessons every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Beginners are welcome to attend. This is a great way to get your exercise and have fun at the same time.

Standard News Archive - February 11, 2015 - The First Presbyterian Church of Mountain View has an annual tradition of collecting soup in the weeks leading to Superbowl Sunday, and this year they collected 501 cans! The soup will be distributed in Mountain View to F.E.E.D., the Agape House, and the food pantry of the Ministerial Alliance. (Photo provided to the Standard)

Mark your calendars

at 6:30 p.m. located at 205 East 2nd 6:00 p.m.

- Narcotics Anonymous, Street in Mtn. View. For - LHS Boys JV/Varsity 6:30 p.m. at Mothers more information call basketball game vs.

Against Methamphet417-934-2682.

Houston (Senior Night) amine (MAM) 503 E. Main Tuesday, February 23rd - Skating & Open gym Street Willow Springs.

7:00 a.m. at the Mtn. View Family Wednesday, February 17th Call 417-469-0018 Coffee & Billiards at the Youth Center until 9:45 7:00 a.m. or 417-855-9113.

Mtn. View Senior Center p.m.

For more information Coffee & Billiards at the 8:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. call 417-934-5437.

Mtn. View Senior Center Alcoholics Anonymous Yoga with Vicki is $3 admission per child 7:30 a.m. and Alanon meetings offered for ladies ages Saturday, February 20th - Biscuits & Gravy at the 8:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart 50 plus.

These classes TBA Mtn. View Senior Center are modified to fit your LHS Girls swim team to until 9:00 a.m. Buttermilk Church in Willow Springs.

Call 417-469-5550 needs. For details call compete at the MSHSAA biscuits and sausage grafor information 417-293-1184.

The first State Championships vy, $1.50 for a small and Thursday, February 18th class is free. in St. Peters $2.00 for large, 7:00 a.m.

12:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. coffee included. Carry-out Rotary Club of Mtn. View Mtn. View Chamber Skating & Open gym or dine-in will meet at Ron’s of Commerce weekly at the Mtn. View Family 10:00 a.m.

Family Restaurant. meeting at the Mtn. View Youth Center until 9:45 - Story Time at the 8:00 a.m.

Community Center.

Call p.m.

Call 417-934-5437.

Mtn. View Public Library Yoga with Vicki is offered 417-934-2794 for more $3 admission per child - Arthritis Exercise at the for ladies ages 50 plus. information.

Sunday, February 21st Mtn. View Senior Center These classes are Willow Springs Chamber 8:00 p.m.

12:00 p.m. modified to fit your of Commerce.

Call Willow Springs - Willow Springs Rotary needs.

For details call 417-469-5519 for Alcoholics Anonymous Club at Open Range.

417-293-1184. information.

The meeting and Al-Anon meetings at Contact Teresa The first class is free. will be held at OP Hall at the Sacred Heart Church.

Waggoner at 9:00 a.m. the country club.

Call 417-469-5550 for 417-252-0316 for info Line dancing at the 12:30 p.m. more information.

2:00 p.m.

Mtn. View Senior Center, Shuffleboard Games at Monday, February 22nd Bingo at the beginners welcome, Mtn. View Senior Center 10:00 a.m.

Mtn. View Healthcare no charge.

Hand to Foot Card Arthritis Exercise at the 5:30 p.m.

10:00 a.m.

Game at the Mtn. View Mtn. View Senior Center - First Baptist Church Art for the beginner or Senior Center 1:00 p.m.

AWANAs. Meal served expert at the Mtn. View 4:30 p.m.

Arts & Crafts Club at the at 5:30 p.m. church Senior Center Tumbling at the Mtn. WSCF Ferguson Building starts at 6 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

View Family Youth in Willow Springs.

Call - Zumba at the Mtn. Willow Springs City Center until 7:30 p.m.

Sue Thompson at View Community Center, Council at the City Hall For more information 417-252-7477 for info instructed by conference room. Call call 417-934-5437.

5:00 p.m.

Mary Zitter-Newman 417-469-2107 for info 5:30 p.m.

Willow Springs Arts 5:45 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

2nd thru 3rd Grade Girl Council, 2nd floor of - Mtn. View Christian LHS Girls JV/Varsity Scouts to meet at Hut, the Ferguson Building.

Church TEAM 412 basketball game vs.

409 N. Pine Street in Mtn. Contact Barbara Nyden at (preschool thru 6th grade) Houston (Senior Night) View.

For more 417-855-0505 and The Journey youth Friday, February 19th information call Joyce for information group (junior high and TBA Dixon at 417-934-2394.

5:30 p.m. high school). Doors open LHS Girls swim team to 6:30 p.m.

- Kindergarten-1st Grade at 5:45 p.m. Dinner served compete at the Country Dance at the Girl Scouts to meet at at 6:00 p.m. Classes start MSHSAA State Mtn. View Community Hut, 409 N. Pine Street in Championships in St. Center Mountain View. For more Al Anon Peters 6:45 p.m. information call Joyce (Help for friends 7:00 a.m.

Howell Valley Dixon at 417-934-2394. & families of alcoholics) Coffee & Billiards at the Neighborhood Watch - Yoga Classes at the MV Monday - 7:00 p.m.

Mtn. View Senior Center United Methodist Church. member meeting and Mtn. View 10:00 a.m. potluck at the Hutton Call 417-247-7153 for Presbyterian Church Arthritis Exercise at the Valley Schoolhouse. Call more information.

205 E. 2nd Street Mtn. View Senior Center Phyllis Bischof at - Zumba at the Mtn. 417-247-7146 12:30 p.m.

417-256-1881 for info View Community Center, or Shuffleboard Games at 8:00 p.m. instructed by 417-247-0566 Mtn. View Senior Center Mtn. View A.A. group Mary Zitter-Newman meets at the Presbyterian 7:00 p.m.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Church in the basement.

Mountain View Al-Anon Readers are encouraged to share their opinions by The church is located at will meet Mondays at writing letters to the editor. Letters to the editor will be 205 East 2nd Street in 7 p.m. at the First published without charge. Letters to the editor must Mtn. View Presbyterian Church, be signed and include the town in which the writer lives to ensure the letter’s authenticity. If a name is left off a letter it will not be published. Names will not be withheld from the letters under any circumstances.

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

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

FYI

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Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Syrian-American war doctor to release memoir If you’ve been curious about the humanitarian crisis in Syria and how it affects the rest of the world, you’ll soon have a chance to learn more at a live event in West Plains.

On Feb. 25, the University/Community Programs (U/ CP) Department at Missouri State University-West Plains will host “Understanding Syria: A War Doctor’s Memoir” at 2 p.m. in the West Plains Civic Center theater.

The free community event will feature a book reading

by Dr. Tarif Bakdash, a Syrian-American neurologist who travels back to the Middle East periodically to treat refugees of the Syrian war.

Bakdash recently co-wrote a book with Dr. W.D. Blackmon, head of the Department of English at Missouri State University in Springfield, entitled Inside Syria – A Physician’s Memoir: My Life as a Child, a Student, and an MD in an Era of War, which details Bakdash’s experiences growing up in Syria and his recent journeys back to help its beleaguered people. Bakdash will answer questions about his experiences and sign copies of the book fol-

lowing the reading.

Organizers pointed out the Feb. 25 reading will be the world premiere signing event for the book, which was published by Cune Press of Seattle. Copies will be available for purchase at the reading. “This event is already getting a lot of positive attention since the war in Syria a big topic in the news these days, and people are curious to know more,” said Jennifer Moore, coordinator of theater and events for the U/CP Department. “It’s a unique opportunity to hear directly from someone who works on the ground in that environment.”

Moore encouraged people to arrive early if they want to ensure a seat, since this is not a ticketed event.

Bakdash, who trained at Harvard University and The Cleveland Clinic and now works for Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, was born and raised in Syria and went to school with Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad.

When Bakdash was a child, his mother, a secretary, was severely maimed by a letter bomb that was intended for her boss.

FEMA infrastructure repair aid available for 37 Missouri counties The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will provide grants to local governments in 37 Missouri counties and the City of Saint Louis to help with their costs for restoring or repairing roads, schools and other public facilities damaged by the severe storms and flooding Dec. 23, 2015, through January 9, 2016.

On February 10 these counties were designated for FEMA’s Public Assistance Program: Barry, Bollinger, Camden, Cape Girardeau, Cedar, Crawford, Dade, Dallas, Douglas, Dunklin, Franklin, Gasconade, Greene, Howell, Iron, Jasper, Jefferson, Lawrence, Lincoln, McDonald, Newton, Ozark, Perry, Phelps, Pulaski, Reynolds, St. Charles, St. Clair, Ste. Genevieve, St. Louis, Scott, Stoddard, Stone, Taney, Texas, Washington and Webster, as well as the independent City of St. Louis.

The designation makes public entities and some nonprofits in these counties eligible to apply to FEMA for reimbursement of 75 percent of their eligible costs for emergency response activities and permanent repairs to roads and bridges, water control facilities, buildings and equipment owned by the city or county, utilities, parks and recreational fa-

cilities, and some nonprofit facilities that serve the public.

Over the next few weeks, the state and FEMA will conduct briefings about infrastructure assistance for officials and other personnel in the affected counties and provide technical assistance to the applicants as needed.

IOU: Twenty-Seven Trillion

DR. TARIF BAKDASH, kneeling left, a Syrian-American pediatric neurologist who works at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, poses with Syrian refugee children in the Za’atari Refugee Camp in Jordan. Bakdash will be in West Plains Feb. 25 to do a live reading and signing of his book, Inside Syria – A Physician’s Memoir: My Life as a Child, a Student, and an MD in an Era of War, as well as participate in a Q and A on the crisis in Syria. (Photo provided to the Standard)

After many years working in the U.S., Bakdash returned to Syria in an attempt to reform the system from within; however, he was disheartened and frustrated with the corruption and Soviet-style thinking. Eventually, he decided to make his life in the United States as a pediatric neurologist. Since the civil war broke out in Syria, Bakdash has returned to treat Syrian children at Za’atari Refugee Camp in Jordan.

“The writing style of this book, most of which was written by Professor Blackmon of MSU, is exceptional,” said Moore. “Bakdash has lived through some experiences that make you shake your head in amazement.”

Later that same day, to cap off this year’s February Film Series featuring movies set in Central Asia and the Middle East, the U/CP Department will host a free community

reception in the civic center lobby entitled “Journey Through the Mideast and Central Asia” at 5:30 p.m.

The event will feature ethnic food and a fashion show of traditional clothing items from the region on loan from community members. Both Bakdash and Blackmon will be at the evening reception, Moore said.

The reception will be followed by a showing of the final film of the series, “The Kite Runner,” rated PG-13, in the theater. The theme of this year’s series was based on the university’s Common Reader for the 2015-16 academic year, The Kite Runner

by Khaled Hosseini.

For more information about these and other events sponsored by the Missouri State-West Plains U/CP Department, call 417-255-7966 or visit www.wp.missouristate.edu/ucp.

Los Amigos holds ribbon cutting

Whether it’s your business, your farm or your family, there is one constant responsibility which holds true – you simply can’t spend more than you take in. Continually running a deficit would require the doors of your business to close, your farm to stop producing, and the house your family lives in to be seized by creditors.

Unfortunately that same fundamental concept of the balancing of budgets eludes this White House. Faced with a tumbling stock market, GDP growth slowing to less than 1% per quarter, and new and dangerous threats to our national security, I hoped this week’s 10 year budget submission from the president would be reflective of the new world we live in.

Instead what we got was a fiscal blueprint which guarantees that our government’s books never balance, makes no attempt to responsibly prioritize necessary spending, and assures that your federal government grows in size & power at the expense of your liberties and the rights guaranteed to you by the U.S. Constitution.

When the president took office, our federal debt stood at around $10.5 trillion – a shockingly scary number that had our country on a path only known by nations such as Greece. At that time, it was a level of debt which surpassed that amassed by every other president, combined.

You can imagine the horror this week then when I saw that under the president’s plan spending would grow by 23% or $2.5 trillion and our national debt would explode to over $27 trillion by 2026 – that’s a 150% increase in the debt load shared by every man, woman, and child in the U.S. since the president took office.

In other words, that’s a burden of over $1,000,000 of federal debt for every U.S. family! Simply put, this president’s budget never balances, not in 10, 20 or 35 years, never.

At a time when the world is becoming darker, more uncertain and more dangerous, the president is simultaneously proposing slashing the very Department of Defense budget which helps keeps the doors locked, the fences up and the ammunition supplied. For 2017, the president is suggesting a national defense budget of 14.4% of total spending. In comparison, President Reagan spent an average of 27% of the federal budget on defense, even President Carter’s defense budget was 23% of total federal spending. With North Korea testing nuclear weapons, the Taliban gaining strength, Iran detaining U.S. Navy forces and ISIS continuing to instigate new and aggressive attacks, it is shocking that the president seems to think now is the right time to call for a US Navy smaller than before World War II and an Air Force half the size it was during the first Gulf War. As if all this wasn’t enough, the president is proposing a maze of $2.6 trillion in new and complex taxes to further hamstring the very small businesses and farmers who will help turn this nation around. On small businesses the president’s manifest calls for an increase in the tax rate of close to 45%, just at the federal level.

On farmers the president thinks it’s unfair for you to leave your family farm to the next generation and is proposing reinstating the death tax at higher levels. On families the president is calling for a new 25 cent per gallon tax to fund initiatives like self-driving green cars. I’m not sure how often the president gets to interact with folks at the gas station, but I haven’t had a single Missourian complain to me about paying less at the pump lately. We should be discussing new ideas to lower energy rates for businesses and families by maximizing our domestic energy resources, not taxing them to keep them locked up in the ground.

I have made it a habit to visit as many different high schools as I can in Missouri’s 8th Congressional district. After a couple of those visits, you find that some of the questions the students ask begin to repeat themselves. One of my favorites is being asked to discuss the U.S. Constitution and some of the words which mean the most to me. It is weeks like this which make me happy to smile back and recite the first line of the 22nd amendment to the U.S Constitution, “No person shall be elected to the office of the President more than twice…”

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Ribbon Cutting - A ribbon cutting was held at the new location for Los Amigos. The restaurant, which was formerly on 3rd Street in Mtn. View has moved to 1st Street in the old El Compa building. Pictured above are members of the Mtn. View Chamber of Commerce congratulating the business on their expansion. The restaurant is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Los Amigos can be reached by calling 417-934-0130. (Photo provided to the Standard)

Pitch Business Competition to win cash prizes Innovators and entrepreneurs in the Ozarks will have a unique opportunity to pitch their business idea or invention to a panel of judges for a chance to win a cash prize.

The Ozarks Small Business Incubator (OzSBI) will host their annual Business Pitch Competition on May 3, as part of its small business week activities.

At OzSBI’s Pitch Competition, entrepreneurs will have 8 minutes to pitch their business to a panel of judges. What is a pitch? It is a brief overview of an idea for a business opportunity. It is part technical expertise and part performance art. To be good, pitches must be inno-

vative, entertaining, create economic activity, specifically jobs, in Southwest MO as well as explain how the business would benefit from OzSBI’s services.

The winner will receive the top cash prize of $500, 1 year access to coworking space, 4 hours of professional mentoring, 2 full day admissions to OzSBI workshops, and a personal branding package. The first prize is valued at over $2,000. Second and third place winners also receive a cash, coworking, and mentoring prize. Heather Fisher, OzSBI’s Director commented, “All participants will benefit from competing and will gain valuable exposure

to new customers, partners, and potentially investors.”

The deadline for entering Pitch Competition is March 8, 2016. To enter individuals must complete an online application at http://www. ozsbi.com/node/459 The top three applicants will be selected from all submissions.

OzSBI’s mentors will assist the finalist in perfecting their pitch in preparation for the competition on May 3, 2016.

To learn more about the pitch process, visit OzSBI’ website at www.ozsbi.com The Pitch Competition is part of EPIC 16, “Entrepreneur Potential and Innovation Collaboration 2016”.

EPIC is OzSBI’s national small business week celebration. The half day event on May 3 will include roundtables with successful entrepreneurs, a keynote speaker, pitch competition and an after party. Stay tuned to OzSBI.com for more information about our biggest event of the year or call Heather Fisher at 417-2569724.

This first week of February has been a positive one for the 33rd District here at the Capitol. I’m happy to announce that two of my proposed pieces of legislation received hearings and a large amount of support, and the Senate truly perfected and passed one of Sen. Sater’s bills that I support on to the House of Representatives.

On Wednesday, Feb. 10, my legislation dealing with Department of Natural Resources (DNR) property sales, SB 1011, was heard in the Governmental Accountability and Fiscal Oversight Committee hearing. This bill would require the director of the DNR to sell certain tracts of recently purchased land in Oregon County at public auction before the end of 2016. My Senate bill seeks to remove wrongfully claimed Oregon County land from government ownership and give it back to the public where it belongs, so the property can again be a generator of tax revenue for their schools.

I am happy to note that my bill received much support during its hearing from residents all over District 33 and Iron County. Only two representatives from the Sierra Club and State Parks Service testified in opposition at the hearing. I am hopeful that my bill will be voted out of committee and moved to the Senate floor where it will be opened for debate.

As your state senator, I make it my responsibility to make sure your state government is working in your best interests, and this Senate bill is one of my efforts to do just that.

My second piece of legislation that received a hearing this week, SB 683, would do away with the property tax exemption currently in place on lands owned by the DNR. This legislation ensures that all wrongfully claimed lands held by the Department will still generate tax revenue for the area schools. This bill was heard during the Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, Feb. 11, and if passed, will work together with SB 1011 to prevent the DNR from denying Missourians tax revenue through shady land grabs and back door dealings.

Finally, I have to congratulate Sen. Sater as his Senate Bill 677 , which will save lives, was successfully passed out of the Senate and moved to the House on Thursday, Feb. 11.

This legislation seeks to increase the availability and ease of access to epinephrine auto-injectors (epi-pens) in places like restaurants, recreation camps and sports arenas in case of emergency. Often times in situations where severe allergic reactions occur, a life or death situation can be determined in a matter of minutes, or even seconds. Sen. Sater’s bill would promote the distribution and knowledge about epipens throughout the state, and could help save lives during emergency situations.

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

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Death Notices Alta Lorene (Edwards) Schweighauser Alta Lorene (Edwards) Her granddaughter, Jodie, Schweighauser, daughter of was the apple of her eye and Ira J. Edwards and Nancy the sun rose and set on her great-granddaughters, Lacy Jo and Mikela Jean.

Alta’s passion was her flowers. When spring arrived, you could always drive by her house and she would be out in her yard planting, watering or taking care of her many flowers in one way or another.

Alta also loved to quilt and has made quilts for all of her granddaughters! Alta worked (Sullivan) Edwards was born at Angelica Uniform Factory May 5, 1934 and went to be for over 40 years and made with the Lord on Sunday, many lifelong friends. She February 7, 2016, making her was famous for her Minnie age 81 years, 9 months, and Pearl “HOWDY”.

Alta professed her faith 2 days.

Alta was united in marriage in Christ at an early age and to Merle Schweighauser on was a very active member of July 11, 1953. To this union 2 Praise and Worship Commudaughters were born, Loretta nity Church. She loved her church family dearly. She Jean and Linda Sue. Among the many meeting was a very Godly woman and Alta in Heaven are her hus- anyone could see it whether band, Merle; her daughters, they knew her or not.

Surviving are grandLoretta Jean and Linda Sue; and her great-great grandson, daughter Jodie Wilbanks and husband Michael; great CJ. Alta lived for her family. granddaughters, Lacy Jo and

Norma Jean Duncan Norma Jean Duncan was work at St. Francis Hospiborn on February 10, 1936 to tal where she worked for 28 Fernie Malcom (FM) Smith years until she retired.

She was the rock of our family. She was a wonderful Mom, Grandma, friend. She was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone that asked. Norma was baptized and loved the Lord. She attended Mivale Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband A.J. Duncan; Parents: FM and Opal Smith; 3 Brothers: Oscar Smith, Joe Smith and Curtis Smith; and Opal Smith. She went to Son-in-law: Terry WallandHeaven on February 9, 2016 er; Granddaughter: Jamie at the age of 79 years. She Willbanks.

She is survived by her chilworked at Angelica for many years, she then she went to dren Debbie and Craig Wills, Funeral services for Bobbie Jo Rowe were held Saturday, February 13, 2016 at the Church of God of Prophecy in Birch Tree, MO with Pas-

tor Gary Larson and Millie Larson officiating. Pallbearers were Mike Slaton, Jake Woolsey, Tobby Carkhuff, Kleveland Gastineau, Caleb Voyles, and Derek Miller.

Honorary Pallbearers were Kole Gastineau, Bryan Miller, and Bart Miller. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery in Birch Tree, MO under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home.

Bobbie Jo Rowe, of Oak Point, Texas, passed away on

Mikela Jean Wilbanks; son in law Gary Hawkins and wife Debra; brother Elva Edwards and wife Mary Ann; brother in law Arvel Schweighauser and wife Brenda; sisters in law Shirley Schweighauser, Dorothy Walberg, Lillie Summers, and Virginia Broyles and husband Ralph; many nieces and nephews; and countless friends.

Alta was a very feisty lady with a lot of love. She did not know a stranger and don’t dare say you like something of hers, because you would definitely be going home with it! She will be certainly be missed, but our loss is definitely Heaven’s gain!

Funeral Services were Friday, February 12, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Dorvan Stringer officiating. Burial was in Antioch Cemetery in Hartshorn, Missouri under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville. Online condolences maybe left at bradfordfuneralhome.ne Chris and Beth Duncan, Pam Wallander; Grandchildren: Jay and Sue Duncan, Jason and Lora Wallander, Jessie and Corey Gaines, Cory and Savannah Duncan, Robin Duncan, Lee and Amy Allen, Ben and Caroline Allen; 19 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandson Sawyer.

Funeral Services was held Saturday, February, 13, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Bradford Funeral Home with Rev. James Bradford officiating. Burial was in Arroll Cemetery in under the care of Bradford Funeral Home. Online condolences maybe left at bradfordfuneralhome.net

Bobbie Jo Rowe February 7, 2016 in Denton, Texas.

She was born in Plano, Texas, on June 11, 1982 to Karen Sue Barton Woolsey and Eric Miller, and guided through life by her loving father, Bill Woolsey.

Bobbie is a 2000 graduate from The Colony High School, and graduated as a medical assistant from Remington College in 2004. She loved her family and had a passion for helping people.

Bobbie never met a stranger and was known for making everyone around her laugh.

She is survived by her beautiful baby girl, Samantha Jo Rowe; the love of her life, Jimmy Rowe and son Jacob; her parents Karen and Bill Woolsey of The Colony, TX; her brothers Jacob Woolsey, Amanda Roos and their children, Tucker, Tyler, Cameron and Giana of Beaufort, South Carolina; Mike Slaton, along with his wife Shannon and their children, Michael, Ma-

son, and Summit of Bossier City, Louisiana; her sisters Casia Woolsey of Denton, Texas; and Heather Woolsey of The Colony, Texas.

She also leaves behind her grandmothers, Betty Barton of Birch Tree and Pauline Woolsey of Mountain View, Missouri; her aunts Mary (Duane) Smotherman, Elaine (Danny) Clark, Debbie (Roy) Reese, Carol (Cecil) Smith, Sheila (Nick) Barton Kebert, Lisa (Bill) Miller, and Bev Henson (Jim Francis); her 90 cousins, and countless friends in the St. Louis and Dallas areas.

She is preceded in death by her grandfathers Floyd “Tee” Barton and Hubert Woolsey, uncle Jim Henson, and cousin, Mya Dill.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the GoFundMe account established in Bobbie’s name.

Online condolences can be sent to www.duncanfuneralhomes.com

Comfort Care Booklets now available to area residents Texas County Memorial Hospital Hospice of Care has a new booklet—Considering Comfort Care, A Guide for Families—available to area residents.

“This easy-to-read guide is a good way to learn about comfort care,” Courtney Owens, TCMH Hospice of Care director, said. “It can be helpful to you or to a family member, and it’s something you may want to discuss with your healthcare provider, too.”

Hospice of Care purchased the booklets with funds from a grant from Hospice Foundation of the Ozarks. The booklet is written by G. Leigh Wilkerson, an experienced critical care and hospice nurse.

“Comfort care is an-

other option for medical treatment, and many times patients and their family members do not understand comfort care,” Owens said, noting that the book explains comfort care and why and when a patient or a patient’s family member might choose comfort care.

The booklet features frequently asked questions and lists online resources and other books regarding comfort care.

The booklets are avail-

able at no charge through the TCMH clinics in Licking, Houston, Cabool, and Mountain Grove; through the Mercy clinic in Houston; through TCMH Hutcheson Pharmacy and through the TCMH Hospice of Care office located behind the hospital at the TCMH Office Annex.

You can also request a booklet by contacting the Hospice of Care office at (417) 967-1279 or cowens@tcmh.org.

Larry Gene 'Mike' Abbey Mike Abbey, 65 year old Woodward businessman died Sunday, February 7, 2016 in Oklahoma City. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 12, 2016 in the First United Methodist Church with Reverend Shannon Davis officiating. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery with the Billings Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Larry Gene “Mike” Abbey was born in Mountain View, Missouri; he was the son of Emmitt Lawrence and Frieda Opal (Belew) Abbey. Mike attended school in Mountain View and graduated from Mountain View High School in 1968. After graduation Mike was drafted into the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He was Honorably Discharged after serving his country.

Mike then began working in Wichita, Kansas as a diesel mechanic for Detroit Diesel. After two short stints at other locations, Mike was transferred to the Woodward location for Detroit Diesel as a mechanic working his way

up to Manager of that location.

Mike was united in marriage on February 16, 1972 to Annola Ruth “Ann” Wiseman in Woodward, Oklahoma at the Bible Baptist Church. Mike and Ann made their home in Woodward. Mike stated throughout his life that he wouldn’t live anywhere else. To this union three children were born, Michael Shane, Brandon “Scott”, and Angela Dawn. Mike was an entrepreneur owing several business including, Mechanics Inc., Oilfield Repair Inc., and most recently Woodward Diesel Parts and Service, Inc. He also had a part in various other business ventures.

Mike loved his family and was devoted to them. He not only spoiled his children, but also his nieces and nephews.

He was a very kind and generous man, always willing to help not only family but anyone in need. Mike felt as though farming and ranching was his true calling.

Mike is survived by his wife Ann of the home; one

Emma Evelyn Huff, 80, of Rockford, IL, passed away Wednesday evening, February 10, 2016. She was born February 14, 1935 in Tuckerman, AR, the daughter of Joseph and Ethel (Young) Carey. She married Doyle Huff August 3, 1957 in Byron, IL. Emma enjoyed flowers, traveling and spending time with her family.

Emma is loved and will be missed by her children,

Larry (Veronica) Huff, Lonny Huff, Charlene (Manny) Bigger, Charlett Hartenberger, Christina (Pete) Rojas, 9 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers and her sister. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, 8 brothers and a sister.

Visitation will be held 5 p.m. till 7:00 p.m., February 16, 2016 Anderson Funeral and Cremation Services,

daughter, Angela Abbey of Portland, Oregon; two sons, Mike Abbey and wife Brigitte of Broken Arrow; Scott Abbey and wife Annie of Woodward; two grandchildren, Cort Abbey and Presley Abbey; three sisters, Pat Brown and husband Carl; Wanda King and husband Kenneth; Diana Cowen; four brothers, James Abbey and wife Pat; Joe Abbey and wife LaRee; Rodney Abbey and wife Gail; Stephen Abbey; numerous nieces, nephews, other family and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Mary Koonce and Delores Holden; six brothers, Bill; Jack; James; Joe; Jerry; and John; one niece; and four nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Mike Abbey Scholarship Fund with the funeral home accepting the contributions.

Remembrances may be shared online at www. billingsfuneralhomewoodward.com

Emma Evelyn Huff

218 W. Hurlbut Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008. Funeral Services will take place February 18, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Yarber Mortuary, 621 E 5th St, Mountain View, MO 65548, with a visitation from 1:00 p.m. till 2:00 p.m.

Interment will be in Bailey Cemetery, Alton, MO. To light a candle or share a condolence, please visit www.

AndersonFCS.com or www. yarbermortuary.com

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

INCIDENTS Sunday, February 7, 2016 Deputy Buddy Thompson responded to State Route DD in West Plains for a reported court order violation. Upon arrival a female subject reported that a person that she has a full order of protection against had been at her house and verbally threatened her. Charges are being forwarded to the Howell County Prosecuting Attorney.

Monday, February 8, 2016 Deputy Chad Johnson responded to State Route N in West Plains in reference to a past robbery and assault. Upon arrival he met with the victim. The investigation is still on-going.

Deputy Chad Johnson responded to CR 2220 in West Plains in reference to a past burglary. Upon his arrival he met with the victim who told Deputy Johnson that last night, around 20:00 hours when he arrived home he found his front door opened and doorknob laying on the ground. This is still under investigation.

A male subject went next door on Private Road 2731 in West Plains went to check on his son, William Jeffery Campbell, 60 of West Plains and discovered him deceased.

Thursday, February 11, 2016 A male subject came into the sheriff’s office and reported a counterfeit $20 bill was received by Cornerco Gas Station on February 10, 2016.

Deputy Chad Johnson met with a male victim who is a resident of Howell County. The victim stated that his chainsaw was stolen some time between December and February 4, 2016.

COMMITMENTS Monday, January 11, 2016 Amanda Marie Webster, 32 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 2-1016 for time served.

Monday, February 8, 2016 Gloria Kay Thompson, 53 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 2-11-16 for time served.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016 Layne Westley Reynolds, 26 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 2-12-16 for time served.

Friday, February 12, 2016 Melissa Dawn Bradshaw, 36 of Willow Springs was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Melissa Dawn Bradshaw, 36 of Willow Springs was booked for a court ordered commitment.

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

TRANSFERS Wednesday, February 3, 2016 Denise Rene Stuart, 48 of Springfield was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 2-7-16 for time served.

Friday, February 5, 2016 Chad Evert Borgman, 37 of Mtn. View was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 2-7-16 for time served.

James Edward Fyffe, 46 of Birch Tree was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 2-7-16 for time served.

Dustin Allen Bennett, 27 of West Plains was booked for

Douglas County Sheriff's Department Report During the week of February 3 to February 8, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department answered 65 Calls for Service and arrested 6 subjects. There are currently 11 subjects incarcerated in the Douglas County Jail and one being held out of county.

On February 2, 2016, Jeffery McPherson, 46, appeared in court. McPherson has been held in the Douglas County Jail since February 2014 on a warrant for Statutory Sodomy-1st Degree and Deviate Sexual Intercourse with a Person Less Than 14 Years Old. This warrant was a no bond warrant resulting from an investigation by Sgt. Vernon Johnson and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department. McPherson appeared at trial with a jury of his peers in December of 2015 in which he was found guilty. McPherson was then sentenced to 30 years in the Department of Corrections by the Honorable Judge Carter.

On February 5, 2016, Lyle Engle, 35, was arrested on 2 outstanding warrants which were the result of investigations of the theft of auto parts in August of 2015 and stolen tools from a storage building in November of 2015. Engle is currently incarcerated in the Douglas County Jail with a bond of $200 cash only and an additional bond of $15,000 10% cash or surety.

Also on February 5, 2016 the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office received word that Kevin R. Thompson, 48, was arrested and in Federal Custody in Alabama. Thompson was wanted for 3 counts of Felony Livestock/Equipment Theft/ Stealing with a $500,000 cash only bond. Thompson was a known flight risk and had absconded from federal probation supervision. This warrant/arrest was a result of cooperation between the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department, the Rural Crimes Task Force, FBI, US Marshals, and numerous Law Enforcement Agencies from several States.

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

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Tuesday, February 9, 2016 Jason L. McClurg, 37 of Winona was transferred to the Howell County Jail on a change of venue from the Shannon County Jail.

Thursday, February 11, 2016 Vincent Wayne Scott, 26 of Pomona was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Robert Todd Imondi, 33 of West Plains was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Brian Charles Smith, 33 of West Plains was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Jeremy Travis Collins, 27 of Cabool was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Michael Andrew Bryant, 27 of West Plains was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Joseph Lewis Austin, 47 of Willow Springs was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

ARRESTS Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Gerald Austin Carroll, 43 of West Plains was arrested for distrib/del/manuf/prod/attempt controlled substance; 2counts of resisting or interfering with arrest/detention/stop; 7 counts of assault on law enforcement-2nd degree; possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana; probation violation; fugitive from out of state. He is currently being held on a $107,300 bond.

Monday, January 25, 2016 Brittany Nicole Byrd, 23 of West Plains was arrested for felony failure to appear. She was released on 2-5-16 for time served.

Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Jeffery Ray Dean Ford, 22 of Joplin was arrested for possession of controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and 4 counts of tampering-1st degree. He was transferred to another facility on 2-9-16.

Wednesday, January 27, 2016 Marhsall Ryan Scott, 27 of West Plains was arrested for 3 counts of assault-1st degree; unlawful use of a weapon; armed criminal action and endangering welfare of a child1st degree. He bonded out on 2-9-16 and is to appear in court on 3-10-16.

Jessica Nicole January, 24 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for probation violation and fugitive from out of state. She was transferred to another facility on 2-8-16.

Thursday, January 28, 2016 James Matthew Lovan, 31 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for fugitive from out of state. He is currently being held on a $100,000 bond.

Monday, February 1, 2016 Bryan Frank Burns, 31 of Rolla was arrested on a Howell County warrant for burglary-2nd degree. He is currently being held on a $15,000 bond.

Friday, February 5, 2016 Theodore Eugene Ledbetter, 31 of Birch Tree was arrested on a Mtn. View warrant for failure to appear. He bonded out on 2-8-16 and is to appear in court on 2-17-16.

Derek Michael Fox, 22 of West Plains was arrested for possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and felony stealing. He bonded out on 2-10-16 and is to appear in court on 2-19-16.

James Cody Dickman, 24 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County warrant for possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana; a Greene County warrant for possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and probation violation. He was transferred to Greene County on 2-8-16 and is to appear in court on 3-5-16.

Saturday, February 6, 2016 Aaron Lane White, 22 of West Plains was arrested for tampering-1st degree. He is currently being held on a $10,000 bond.

Austin Leath Velarde, 20 of Pomona was arrested on a Willow Springs warrant for drive motor vehicle on highway while license is suspended/revoked/failure to maintain financial; fail to furnish annual proof of vehicle and escape or attempted escape from confinement. He is currently being held on a $8,600 bond.

Sunday, February 7, 2016 Donald Eugene Poff, 36 of Willow Spring was arrested on a Willow Springs warrant for distrib/del/manuf/prod/attempt a controlled substance. He is currently being held on a $40,000 bond.

Jamie Lee Croney, 38 of Solo was arrested for probation

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 Adam L. Kirkwood, 27 of Houston was arrested on Tuesday, February 9 at 9 p.m. in Texas County for misdemeanor warrant-Texas County; no seatbelt. He was taken to the Texas County Jail where he is being held on bond.

Michael Shores, 35 of Mtn. Grove was arrested on Tuesday, February 9 at 10:35 p.m. in Howell County for felony Wright County warrant non-support; misdemeanor Texas County warrant driving while revoked. He was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held without bond.

Lindsey N. Pollock, 32 of Willow Springs was arrested on Tuesday, February 9 at 10:35 p.m. in Howell County for felony Wright county warrant-forgery. She was taken to the Howell County Jail where she is being held without bond.

Gary R. Wright, 67 of Drury was arrested on Saturday, February 13 at 1:46 a.m. in Howell County for a Polk County misdemeanor warrant for speeding and summons for driving while revoked and fail to register a motor vehicle. He was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held on bond.

ACCIDENTS A one-vehicle accident occurred on Sunday, February 14 at 5:15 a.m. in Howell County on Hwy. 17, 5 miles East of West Plains. According to reports a 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe operated by Justin D. Busbey, 30 of West Plains was traveling Northbound when the vehicle ran off the left side of the roadway and overturned. Busbey was taken by ambulance to Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains with moderate injuries. The accident was investigated by Trooper T.D. Pond.

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violation. He bonded out on 2-10-16 and is to appear in court on 2-19-16.

Monday, February 8, 2016 Kenneth Joy Hall, 56 of Missouri was arrested on a Dent County warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He was transferred to another facility on 2-9-16.

Marty William Warford, 50 of Circleville, KS was arrested for violation of order of protection for adult. He was released on 2-9-16 for time served.

Jason Robert Cochran, 24 of Mtn. View was arrested for 2 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. He was transferred to Mtn. View on 2-10-16.

Dustin Edward Thompson, 29 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for 2 counts of felony failure to appear. He is currently being held without bond.

Tuesday, February 9, 2016 Priscilla Renae Stokes, 34 of Willow Springs was arrested for probation violation. She is currently being held without bond.

Lindsey Nicole Pollock, 32 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Wright County warrant for felony forgery. She was transferred to Wright County on 2-10-16.

Michael Adam Shores, 35 of Mtn. Grove was arrested for probation violation and felony failure to appear. He was transferred to Wright County on 2-10-16.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016 Kedra Michelle Hale, 21 of Raymore was arrested for probation violation. She is currently being held without bond.

Darrel Wayon Broyles, 31 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Willow Springs warrant for drive motor vehicle on highway while license suspended/revoked/ He bonded out on 2-10-16 and is to appear in court on 2-24-16.

Emmitt Eugene Farrell, 47 of Caulfield was arrested on a Howell County warrant for felony stealing and unlawful possession of a firearm. He is currently being held on a $35,000 bond.

Thursday, February 11, 2016 Clifford Russell Allen, 32 of Pomona was arrested on a Howell County warrant for abuse of a child; endangering welfare of a child-1st degree and domestic assault-2nd degree. He is currently being held on a $50,000 bond.

Magnum James Price, 27 of Springfield was arrested on a Howell County warrant for robbery-1st degree; assault-2nd degree; armed criminal action; possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and probation violation. He is currently being held without bond.

Friday, February 12, 2016 Chad Evert Borgman, 37 of Mtn. View was arrested for driving while revoked/suspended. HE is currently being held without bond.

Dianna Sue Douglas, 28 of Mtn. View was arrested for assault-3rd degree. She is currently being held without bond.

Dawn Deann Muncy, 39 of West Plains was arrested for probation violation. She is currently being held without bond.

Saturday, February 13, 2016 Gary Richard Wright, 67 of Drury was arrested on a Polk County warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He is currently being held on a $300 bond.

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

CITATIONS Wednesday, February 10, 2016 Paula J. Blevins, 42 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for fail to obey stop sign.

Friday, February 12, 2016 Dianna Sue Douglas, 38 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for assault-3rd degree.

INCIDENTS Monday, February 8, 2016 thru February 15 Report of tampering-2nd degree.

Report of assault from a juvenile was made.

Report of trespassing on East James Street.

Dispatch advised officers that a male was at the PD and wanting to fill out a report. Officers made contact with the male and he stated that his ex-girlfriend has been sending him threatening and insulting text messages. Officers gave him a statement form and told him to fill it out and bring it back in.

Officers were dispatched to a fire on East 1st Street. The fire department arrived and was able to put the fire out. A fire marshall was contacted at the request of the fire chief to investigate the incident.

Officers received a name and number from 911 advising a male subject wished to speak with an officer. Officers made contact with the male and he was wanting some information about a piece of stolen property reported missing months ago. Officers advised him that he would have to speak with the officer who took the report.

A report of a trespassed person on the property at James Street Apartments.

Officers were given a call back name and number by 911 dispatch. Officers made contact with a female subject and she advised that she was concerned about her son that was staying with the child’s father. After hearing her concerns officers determined the location of the child was in the county. Officers advised the caller to contact Children’s Division.

Officers then contacted the Howell County Sheriff’s Office and advised them of the situation.

Officers were dispatched to Angelica Street for a report of a male subject that had fallen. Possible head injury. Upon arrival officers assisted EMS until subject could be transported for medical attention.

911 advised that a male would like to speak with an officer. Officers contacted the male and he said that he has been harassed all night by another individual. His address as out of city limits and Howell County Sheriff’s Office was notified.

Officers were dispatched to Crosscut Liquor for a burglary alarm call. Dispatch advised to disregard the call after officers arrived on scene. The building windows and doors were checked anyway and the building appeared to be secure.

A female subject came to the MVPD to report that her SSN was used by another person in a case of ID theft. Reporting party was given a report to complete and case is under investigation.

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37th Judicial Circuit Court Proceedings

Howell, Shannon, Carter, Oregon County Filings - February 8 thru February 15 Information in this section relates to filings made in the 37th Judicial Circuit Court, which presides over Howell, Shannon, Carter and Oregon Counties. Unless cases have officially been disposed, filings against any person or persons do not in any way imply guilt or liability. These filings are a part of public record provided as a public service to communities in the district.

HOWELL COUNTY Dist/Del/Manf/Produce Or Attempt To Or Possess With Intent To Dist/ Del/Manf/Produce A Controlled Substance (Felony): Donald E. Poff, Jr. of Cabool; Escape Or Attempted Escape From Confinement (Felony): Austin L. Velarde of Pomona; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Jonathan R. Rosenbum of Willow Springs; Karen J. Snow of Mtn. View; Magnum J. Price of West Plains; Regina J. Hilleman of West Plains; Anatoliy Vilkhovetskyy of Spanaway, WA; Cassidy S. Vandaam of West Plains; Fugitive From Out Of State (Felony): James M. Lovan of West Plains; Stealing Leased Or Rented Property (Felony): Leslie O. Collins of West Plains; Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $500 Or More But Less Than $25,000 (Felony): Emmitt E. Farrell of Caulfield; Unlawful Possession Of A Firearm (Felony): Emmitt E. Farrell of Caulfield; Passing Bad Check-$500 Or More-No Account/Insufficient Funds (Felony): Jenifer L. Drexler of Birch Tree; Anthony M. Czebely of West Plains; Theft/Stealing Of Any Controlled Substance As Defined By Section 195.010 (Felony): Karen J. Snow of Mtn. View; Robbery-1st Degree (Felony): Magnum J. Price of West Plains; Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): Magnum J. Price of West Plains; Armed Criminal Action (Felony): Magnum J. Price of West Plains; Leaving Scene Of Motor Vehicle Accident-Injury, Property Damage Or 2nd Offense (Felony): Wesley E. Smallwood of Machesney Park, IL; Possession Of Up To 36 Grams Marijuana (Misdemeanor): Regina J. Hilleman of West Plains; Gage A. Shinberger of West Plains; Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Regina J. Hilleman of West Plains; Brian E. Langston of Mtn. View; Minor Visibly Intoxicated/Blood Alcohol Content More Than .02%-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Brett D. Robins of West Plains;

Ryan J. Brawley of West Plains; Non-Support (Misdemeanor): Randy D. Frazier of Thayer; William R. Ford of Mtn. View; Intentionally Inhale/ Smell The Fumes Or Induce Another To Inhale/ Smell The Fumes Of Any Solvents (Misdemeanor): Desiree R. Lachapelle of West Plains; Operated Commercial Motor Vehicle While Driver Is Subject To An OutOf-Service Order (Misdemeanor): Michael Howard Wellington of Moody; Failure To Register Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): Travis W. Alden of Cabool; Brian E. Langston of Mtn. View; Failed To Equip Motor Carrier Vehicle With Devices To Assure Load Would Not Shift/Fall (Misdemeanor): Cheyenne Oscar Burgos of Palm Bay, FL; Fail To Stop For Stop Sign At Stop Line/Before Crosswalk/Point Nearest Intersection (Misdemeanor): Brett D. Robins of West Plains; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Tod Anthony Darter of Cabool; Vasiliy V. Zavalin of Willow Springs; William Earl Haynes of Mtn. View; Amanda J. Turner of West Plains; Jared L. Romans of West Plains; Kyler Chase Copling of Murray, UT; Carolyn Jean Nagel of Harrisburg; Brian E. Langston of Mtn. View; Gage A. Shinberger of West Plains; Christa D. Clark of West Plains; Patsy M. McClure of West Plains; Chaney Deann Orchard of Mtn. View; Tori Lynn Terrill of Mtn. View; Jonathan Andrew Clark of Mtn. View; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Matthew Jay Pisarsky of Cabool; Jacob M. Loo of West Plains; Michelle V. Daniels of New Port Richey, FL; Brian E. Langston of Mtn. View; Operated As Motor Carrier Without Medical Certificate (Misdemeanor): Jeremiah Matthew Zeolia of Hartville; Failed To Equip Motor Carrier Vehicle With/ Maintain Required Brake System (Misdemeanor): Joseph M. Muchina of Lynnwood, WA; Operate Motor Carrier Vehicle On Tires Fabric Exposed/Inferior Load Rate/Groove Depth (Misdemeanor): Joseph M. Muchina of Lynnwood, WA; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-1st Offense

(Misdemeanor): Dakota J. Hand of Pottersville; Fail To Drive Within Right Lane Of Highway With 2 Or More Lanes In Same Direction (Misdemeanor): Matthew Jay Pisarsky of Cabool; Fail To Properly Affix/ Fasten To Or Maintain Motor Vehicle/Trailer Plates (Infraction): Jonathan Alexander Manchester of Pomona; Fail To Display Plates On Motor Vehicle/Trailer (Infraction): Christopher Shannon Willhaus of Springfield; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): David Alvin Holloway of Laramie, WY; William Earl Haynes of Mtn. View; Amanda J. Turner of West Plains; Sheila Marie Reese of Mtn. View; Lavone D. Lawrence of Mtn. View; Shaun Bradley Smith of Republic; Valeriy P. Kulakevich of Willow Springs; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH (Infraction): David Alvin Holloway of Laramie, WY; Hailey Lauren Hoopes of Bakersfield; Vasiliy V. Zavalin of Willow Springs; William H. Hodges of Thayer; Gary Lynn Williams of Poplar Bluff; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 6-10 MPH (Misdemeanor): Ronald D. Lacy, Jr. of Dexter; Jennifer Denise Rector of Rogersville; Kristi J. Kastle of Saint Clair; Keith D. Tolen of Tucker, GA; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH (Misdemeanor): Timothy Shawn Conley of West Plains; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 16-19 MPH (Misdemeanor): Lori June Coulter of Willow Springs; Michael L. Cossey of Ogden, KS; Michelle V. Daniels of New Port Richey, FL; Joshua Louis Bozada of Robertsville; Dissolution Without Children: Randy G. Hayes of West Plains vs. Pamela L. Hayes of West Plains; Charles Dakota See of Thayer vs. Sarah Elizabeth See of West Plains; Dissolution With Children: Amber Dawn Burgess of Thayer vs. Kalvin C. Burgess of Thayer; Small Claims Over $100: Bottom Dollar, LLC of West Plains vs. Big Rock Sports, LLC of New Bern, NC; Breach Of Contract: Merchants Finance Co. Assignee Of Defender vs. Amy Jo Beach of West Plains; Promissory Note: Wichita State University of Kansas City vs. Lynda L. Forcum Durkee of West Plains; Suit On Account: Professional Credit Management, Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs.

Megan Rae Hall of Dora; LVNV Funding of Greenville, SC vs. Carolyn G. Rodgers of Willow Springs.

SHANNON COUNTY Dissolution Without Children: Benjamin Paul Snell of Eminence vs. Elizabeth A. Snell of Livingston, TX; Promissory Note: Town Loan Of Missouri Inc. of West Plains vs. Carl E. Honeycutt of Winona.

CARTER COUNTY Statutory Rape-1st-Sexual Intercourse With Person Less Than 14 Years-Serious Physical Injury/Display Deadly Weapon/Dangerous Instrument/Subject Victim Sex With More Than One Person/Victim Less Than 12 Years (Felony): Kenneth E. White of Ellsinore; Incest (Felony): Kenneth E. White of Ellsinore; Statutory Sodomy-1st Degree (Felony): Kenneth E. White of Ellsinore; Dissolution With Children: Jessica R. Putnam of Van Buren vs. John D. Putnam of Van Buren; Promissory Note: Tower

Trout

Loan Of Missouri LLC DBA Tower Loan Of Poplar Bluff vs. Kenneth Dorris of Grandin; Tower Loan Of Missouri LLC DBA Tower Loan Of Poplar Bluff vs. John D. Sterling of Van Buren; Suit On Account: World Acceptance Corporation vs. Zachary S. Campbell of Sainte Genevieve.

OREGON COUNTY Receiving Stolen Property (Felony): Daniel John Alderliesten of Thayer; Unlawful Use Of Weapon-Carries Loaded Weapon Into School, Bus, Premises, Function (Felony): Daniel John Alderliesten of Thayer; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended (Felony): Rick Williams of West Plains; Non-Support (Misdemeanor): Richard T. Baca, Jr. of Fairdealing; John H. Zuchowski of West Plains; Jason M. Redburn of Rolla; Receiving Stolen Property (Misdemeanor): Daniel

John Alderliesten of Thayer; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Jeremiah C. Lucas of West Plains; Fail To Display Plates On Motor Vehicle (Infraction): William June Thompson of Thayer; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH (Infraction): William June Thompson of Thayer; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH (Misdemeanor): Jason Douglas Moore of Fordland; Patricia L. Craig of Winona; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH (Misdemeanor): Daniel E. Schultz of Mammoth Spring, AR; Dissolution Without Children: Maureen Calvin of Thayer; Dissolution With Children: Alan Joseph Stocki of Alton vs. Kristen Lee Stocki of Alton.

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day, hatchery staff rely on permit records going back more than 70 years. Montauk, Bennett Spring, and Roaring River hatchery staff expect crowds of about 2,000 anglers at each location and Maramec Spring staff are planning for a crowd of about 1,500. Based on these predictions, hatchery staff will stock three trout per expected angler on opening day for a total of more than 22,500 fish averaging around a foot in length. The hatcheries will also stock a mix of “lunkers” ranging in three to 10 pounds.

Trout Season Outlook Due to the heavy rain and record-breaking flood that took place this past December, MDC crews have been inspecting flood damage and evaluating the impact these floods may have on hatcheries, fish production and fish numbers.

“We have plenty of fish for this year’s trout season,” said MDC Fisheries Division Chief Brian Canaday.

“But due to the heavy rains and flooding our trout stocking will be slightly reduced throughout the season. We will stock approximately two fish per trout tag sold at each trout park instead of our usual 2.25.”

Canaday added that MDC staff will continue to evaluate hatchery fish inventories, stocking plans, and make adjustments throughout the season as appropriate.

Permits It’s important to know anglers need a daily trout tag to fish in Missouri’s trout

parks. Daily trout tags can only be purchased at each of the four trout parks. Missouri residents 16 through 64 need a fishing permit in addition to the daily tag.

Nonresidents 16 and older also need a fishing permit.

Economic Outlook Trout hatcheries are just one way that conservation pays in Missouri. MDC stocks more than 800,000 trout annually at the state’s four trout parks and approximately 1.5 million annually statewide. Trout anglers’ spend more than $100 million each year in the ShowMe-State, which generates more than $180 million in business activity, supports more than 2,300 jobs and creates more than $70 million dollars in wages. About

30 percent of Missouri trout anglers come from other states, so a substantial portion of trout fishing expenditures is “new money” for the state’s economy.

For more information on trout fishing in Missouri, visit https://huntfish.mdc. mo.gov/fishing/where-fish/ trout-areas.

REMINDER TO TROUT ANGLERS: To prevent the spread of the invasive alga called didymo or “rock snot,” the use of shoes, boots or waders with porous soles of felt, matted or woven fibrous material is prohibited at all trout parks, trout streams, Lake Taneycomo, and buffer areas. Go online for more information to http://on.mo. gov/1V6qc6W.

On the afternoon of Friday, February 12 flames and smoke billowed out of the Barn Hollow Natural Area in Texas County. Numerous acres were burned and the lookout bridge also sustained major damage due to the fire.

Members of the Missouri Department of Conservation along with the Mtn. View and Birch Tree Fire Departments were on scene trying to contain the fire.

A local resident recently submitted a Letter to the Editor thanking the local fire departments for their quick actions in containing the fire.

Letter to the Editor

Security is a big red pumper fire truck sitting in your driveway with firemen on your deck telling you that they are there to save and protect your house.

Smoke was billowing out of Barn Hollow behind our home yesterday afternoon with the wind blowing and the leaves on the ground dry. Within a few hours the fire was contained.

Jack and I want to sincerely thank the volunteer firemen from Birch Tree, Mountain View and the Missouri Department of Conservation. They are our local and unsung heroes.

We are grateful for their kindness, hard work and dedication.

Marty Toll

by Brian Ingalls

the Eagles to 16-8 with two games this week to wrap up the regular season before Districts begins this Tuesday, February 23 against the very same Ava Bears.

Liberty enters the District tournament as the third seed out of eight teams. Mountain Grove comes in as the top seed and has the luxury of playing the tournament on their home court. The Licking Wildcats have the second seed. If the Eagles get another victory against Ava in the first round, it will likely be the Wildcats that they will

face on Thursday, February 25. After that, a possible rematch against the Mountain Grove Panthers could arrive that Saturday. Both the Wildcats and the Panthers have won their games against Liberty this season, yet another reason the Eagles needed to continue to improve in these final regular season games.

Last week against Willow Springs and Ava, there were some good signs as well as room for improvement.

“Both games I really like the way we attacked the basket and pushed the tempo,” said Liberty Eagles Head Coach Rob Brown on Monday, “At times we had a good flow.” The Eagles needed that against Willow Springs.

Despite a struggling season for the Bears, they put up a fight on their home court and even outscored Liberty in both the third and fourth quarters.

Wildfire consumes acres at Barn Hollow

Liberty tunes up for districts with 2 SCA victories Mountain View Standard News brian@mvstandard.com

Here comes Districts. After a rough week with losses to Thayer and Mountain Grove, the Liberty Eagles bounced back into the win column with a couple of road victories, finally getting some conference wins by putting Willow Springs away 83-76, and dominating a wacky game against Ava 74-48 which included nearly 30 turnovers by the Bears. The victory improved

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Eagles Liberty piled up 83 points, but it was only seven more than the Bears. Corbin Dewick and Josh Pruett led the Eagles with 25 and 20 points respectively. Shalin Stout and Mathew Coatney also finished in double figures as Stout posted 13 and Coatney 11 more. Stout added four blocks and six rebounds, while Pruett finished with seven rebounds. Dewick grabbed four steals.

Liberty led 20-17 at the end of the first quarter, and 44-33 at the end of the half.

The Bears chipped away at the lead in the second half,

From Page Seven but in the end the Eagles held them off. Willow Springs scored 20 points in the third quarter to cut Liberty’s lead to nine, and the Bears added 23 more in the 4th quarter but the Eagles were able to score 21 and leave Willow with a seven-point margin of victory.

It was easier the following Friday at Ava where the Eagles scored the first 13 points of the game and took a 23-11 lead in the first quarter. Brenton Bush was on fire early, hitting his first three shots from outside the arc, and finishing the first half with

five steals. Coatney added another three-pointer as the first quarter came to a close and the Eagles led comfortably. But even as the Eagles defeated Willow Springs and dominated Ava, the coach saw some areas for improvement.

“Still not enough offensive rebounds,” explained Brown, “and free throw problems continue to mount.” In fact, if not for 19 first half turnovers by the Ava Bears, that game could have been closer. At one point in the second quarter, the Bears pulled down three consecutive offensive

rebounds, one of those on a foul shot which turned into a 3-point play.

The second quarter at Ava was even more of a mess.

A technical foul against the Eagles, a whistle to allow a substitution as the ball was in the air on a free throw, and a number of foul called against both teams slowed the game down. Not much changed on the scoreboard, however, as the Eagles continued to build their lead, taking a 43-25 advantage into halftime.

Whatever flow the Eagles felt was lacking in the first half against Ava, the solu-

Girls basketball season at record high with recent win The Lady Eagles have hit a high note in their season with a standing record of 16-8.

On Monday, February 1 the Lady Eagles were defeated by the Willow Springs Lady Bears 45-59. For the game, Piper Francis had 20 points, Jaci Mantel had 9, Kamryn Gastineau had 7, Madison Berry had 5 and Hanna Vines and Marissa Berry had 2 points each.

The JV Lady Eagles also fell that night to the Lady Bears 37-40. For the game Trinity Clark had 15 points, Gastineau with 8, Allie Marshal with 6, Amanda Mantel

with 4 and Brooke Taylor and Tayler Randolph with 2 points each.

Playing Ava on Thursday, February 4 the Lady Eagles Varsity won 51-31. For the game, Francis had 24 points, Gastineau with 14, Jaci Mantel with 7, Marissa Berry with 4 and Vines with 2.

The JV Lady Eagles also came away with a win that night defeating Ava 44-40.

For the game, Gastineau had 12 points, Clark with 11, Taylor with 8, Marhsall with 6, Randolph with 4 and Amanda Mantel with 3 points.

Jump Ball! Piper Francis (10) goes up for the ball in last Thursdays game against the Newburg Wolves. With the victory, the Lady Eagles improved to 16-8 on the season, the most wins in a single season for Liberty girls basketball. (Photo: Standard/Mia Wagner)

Deep into another challenging season, Missouri basketball had a ray of sunshine Saturday afternoon at Mizzou Arena, as the Tigers beat Tennessee 75-64 in the “Rally for Rhyan” game.

Not only did Missouri (916, 2-10 in SEC play through Sunday) win for the first time in a month, the crowd raised over $50,000 for pediatric cancer research.

Missouri assistant basketball coach Brad Loos’ fiveyear-old daughter Rhyan was diagnosed last year with bone cancer, and so Missouri used this game as a chance to raise money for child cancer research. Fans were offered free admission in exchange for a donation.

Helped by that, over 10,000 fans were at the game, by far the largest Mizzou Arena crowd of the season.

The fans who got admission in exchange for a donation packed the student section, which had been mostly unfilled this season.

The crowd had more energy, and the Missouri players came out firing, taking an early lead. So many times

this year the Tigers have done the opposite, and have spent all game playing catchup.

Tennessee (12-13, 5-7 in SEC through Sunday) kept battling and hung around all game, but Missouri was able to keep the Volunteers at bay.

Senior forward Ryan Rosburg continued his now-ornever surge as his career winds down, pouring in 21 points on 8-of-9 shooting.

Freshman forward Kevin Puryear added 17 points on 6-of-8 shooting. Missouri also clawed its way to a plus-15 rebounding margin.

Six different Tigers snared at least five rebounds, with guard Terrence Phillips leading with way with seven rebounds.

Loos walked out on the court with his family at halftime, including little Rhyan, to a standing ovation. He thanked the fans for their support and said when cancer picked a fight with his daughter, it picked the wrong little girl. The crowd roared.

It was a feel-good moment in what has often been a challenging academic year for the Missouri athletic department.

tion turned out to be Shalin Stout. Liberty began the third quarter by finding ways to get the sophomore the ball early and often. Stout responded by scoring Liberty’s first 10 points of the second half, and the Eagles took a 5331 lead. The teams traded baskets from there, as Liberty got baskets from Orchard and Pruett. Stout ended the third quarter by running the floor for his 12th point of the second half. Liberty had reached cruising altitude with a 63-35 lead.

A fast break basket from Pruett to start the fourth quarter officially turned on the Mercy Clock rule, and the final eight minutes passed quickly as the Eagles began to send in

their bench. Brodyn Kenaga and Dalton Richardson each scored baskets for Liberty in those final minutes. A late basket, plus a three-point shot by the Bears with 31 seconds left made the final score 74-48 Liberty.

Two games remained this week in the regular season, but it all changes next Tuesday. Brown described Districts as “A new season. Everyone goes to 0-0, anything can happen.

You can’t get caught looking ahead. Be prepared and enjoy the week!”

SCORING AGAINST WILLOW SPRINGS: Bush 5, Dewick 25, Stout 13, Coatney 11, Orchard 5, Pruett 20, Holden 4; Stats unavailable for Ava game.

Setting Up the Offense! Madison Berry (11) takes the ball to the left as the Lady Eagles set up their offense in last week’s victory over Newburg. The win was Liberty’s sixth victory in their last seven games. (Photo: Standard/Mia Wagner)

The Lady Eagles won their sixteenth win over Newburg 55-52. That’s a new school record for girls basketball.

After these games the Varsity improved to 15-8 on the season and 3-2 in the conference. The JV Lady Eagles improved to 10-2 on the season.

The Lady Eagles will play Cabool on Monday, February 15 and Thursday, February 18 against Houston.

Thursday night’s game will be Senior Night and the last home game of the season for the Lady Eagles.

For districts, the Lady Eagles took third seed and will play the Ava Bears in the first round of districts on February 20 at 5:30 p.m.

Lady Eagles end inaugural swim season The Liberty High School Lady Eagle Swim Team end season with several personal and school records set.

Leading up to the final meet of the season, the final regular swim meet of the year took place in Seymour on Thursday, February 4.

The Lady Eagles had an outstanding performance with the girls taking 3rd place in the 200 Yard Medley Relay with a time of 2:42.87. In the 200 Yard Freestyle Relay the team took 3rd place with a time of 2:22.45. In individual events, in the 200 Yard Individual Medley, Ally Smith took 2nd place with a time of 3:02.09 and Ashley Smo-

Missouri earns win in “Rally for Rhyan” game

by Benjamin Herrold Sports Columnist

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Even with the win, this is still a dismal season for the Missouri basketball team.

The Tigers are 2-10 in SEC play and will probably be an underdog in each of their last six games. So they’ll need an upset just to match last year’s last-place 3-15 SEC record.

But Saturday’s win did end a nine-game losing streak, and any win is cause for celebration for this Missouri team.

The Tigers do get a fairly manageable opponent on Saturday at Arkansas (6:30

p.m. on SEC Network).

However, while this has not been a great season for the Razorbacks (12-13, 5-7 in SEC play through Sunday), they did beat Mizzou by 33 in January, and Bud Walton Arena is a tough place to play.

Missouri has lost 23 straight road games, and the Tigers will need quite a surge to pull off the win. But Saturday’s win was a nice moment, and Tiger fans can at least hope for some better basketball down the stretch.

therman took 3rd place with a time of 3:54.50. For the 50 Yard Freestyle, Kourtney French took 6th place with a time of 35.17; for the 100 Yard Freestyle, Kristina Stockton took 3rd place with a time of 1:17.94; in the 100 Yard Breaststroke, Stockton took 5th place with a time of 1:44.15 and French took 6th with a time of 1:58.10; in the 100 Yard Backstroke, Smith took 1st place with a time of 1:20.45 and Smotherman took 5th place with a time of 1:48.67.

For the SWMO Championships in Kickapoo on February 11 out of the 10 entries, 6 will be swimming in the finals on Saturday, February 13. All this leading up to the State Championships on February 19-20 in St. Peters.

At the SWMO Championships on February 11, four new school records were made and eight personal/relay best times were achieved.

In the 200 Yard Medley Relay the team claimed 14th place with a new school record time of 2:37.33 and in the 400 Yard Freestyle Relay, the team took 16th place with a time of 5:41.40.

In individual events, in the 200 Yard Individual Medley French took 25th place with a time of 3:43.13 and Smotherman took 26th place with

a time of 3:45.75; in the 100 Yard Freestyle, Smith took 29th place with a new school record time of 1:07.48 and Stockton took 46th place with a time of 1:17.51; in the 100 Yard Backstroke, Smith took 24th place with a new school record time of 1:19.54; French took 43rd with a time of 1:39.75 and Smotherman took 45th with a time of 1:41.58; in the 100 Yard Breaststroke, Stockton took 33rd place with a new school record time of 1:34.21.

On Saturday, February 13 the Lady Eagles were once again at the SWMO Championships. In the finals the Lady Eagles 200 Yard Medley Relay team took 13th place with a time of 2:37.57 and in the 400 Yard Freestyle Relay the team took 16th with a new school record time of 5:27.95.

In individual events, in the 200 Yard Individual Medley, French took 23rd with a time of 3:41.15 and Smotherman took 24th with a time of 3:44.06. In the 100 Yard Freestyle, Smith took 24th place with a time of 1:07.49 and in the 100 Yard Backstroke, Smith took 21st with a new school record time of 1:19.20.

Congratulations to the Lady Eagles on a great first season.

FAFSA Frenzy, March 5, will help college-bound students apply for financial aid Area college-bound students and their parents can receive free help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) during Missouri State University-West Plains’ FAFSA Frenzy from 2 to 4 p.m.

Saturday, March 5, at the Lybyer Technology Center on the Missouri State-West Plains campus.

University officials said this event is for any college-bound student and his or her parents, not just those who might be planning to attend Missouri State-West Plains during the 2016-17 academic year.

FAFSA Frenzy, a program of College Goal Sunday (CGS), makes applying for financial aid easier by providing students and their parents with free access to financial aid professionals who can guide students and

parents through the application process, which is the first step in applying for federal financial aid programs, organizers said.

Missouri students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as early as possible, but certainly by March 31 for timely consideration for financial aid. Students and families do not need to have filed their federal income taxes for 2015 in order to participate in a FAFSA Frenzy event or to complete the FAFSA. Those attending, however, should bring the following: • their 2015 W-2 forms; • copies of 2015 tax forms, if completed, or any yearend pay stubs, statements of interest earned in 2015, W-2 forms, 1099 forms and any other forms required to complete taxes; • the student’s and

parent(s)’ Federal Student Aid IDs which can be obtained at https://studentaid. ed.gov/npas/index.htm.

Families who bring their completed 2015 income tax returns to the FAFSA Frenzy event will be able to complete the 2016-17 FAFSA on site. Families who haven’t completed their tax returns will still learn valuable information to help them finish the FAFSA at home, organizers said.

“We look forward to the opportunity to assist students and their parents with questions about federal and state aid programs, as well as filling out the FAFSA form,” said Donna Bassham, coordinator of the financial aid office at Missouri State-West Plains.

Students who attend a FAFSA Frenzy event will be entered into a statewide give-

away to win one of 16 $500 scholarships that can be used at any postsecondary program in Missouri, organizers said. All students will receive helpful information for planning and paying for college.

FAFSA Frenzy is offered in Missouri through partnerships between the Missouri Department of Higher Education, the Missouri Association of Student Financial Aid Personnel, the Missouri Higher Education Loan Authority and USA Funds.

For more information about the March 5 FAFSA Frenzy event, contact the Missouri State-West Plains financial aid office at 417-255-7243.

For more information about Missouri State-West Plains and the financial aid opportunities available to students, visit the university’s website at http://www.wp.missouristate.edu.

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

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Sara McDaniel is Employee of the Month Texas County Memori- for the award by Courtney al Hospital has named Sara Owens, Hospice of Care diMcDaniel of Houston the rector.

“Sara is the only one that January employee of the can do her job at Hospice month.

McDaniel is a licensed so- of Care, and she never comChoosing a Hospice Care Program cial worker for TCMH Hos- plains about that,” Owens pice of Care. McDaniel has said, describing McDaniel as Dear Savvy Senior, Can you offer any information on hospice care, how to worked at the hospital since “always willing to help out”.

As the social worker for choose a good provider, and whether Medicare covers 2010. She was nominated it? My grandmother has terminal cancer and wants to die at home, if possible.

Grieving Granddaughter Dear Grieving, Hospice can be a wonderful option in the last months of life because it offers a variety of services, not only to those who are dying, but also to those left behind. Here’s what you should know.

What Hospice Offers Hospice care is a unique service that provides medical care, pain management, and emotional and spiritual support to people who are in the last stages of a terminal illness – it does not speed up or slow down the process of dying. Hospice’s goal is to simply keep the patient as comfortable and pain-free as possible, with loved ones nearby until death.

The various services provided by a hospice program comes from a team of professionals that works together to accommodate all the patients’ end-of-life needs.

Employee of the Month - Sara McDaniel (left), Texas The team typically includes hospice doctors that will County Memorial Hospital January employee of the month, work with the primary physician and family members with her supervisor, Courtney Owens. (Photo provided to the to draft up a care plan; nurses who dispense medication Standard) for pain control; home care aids that attend to personal needs like eating and bathing; social workers who help the patient and the family prepare for end of life; clergy The Texas County Memorial may bring their breastfeeding members who provide spiritual counseling, if desired; Hospital breastfeeding support child to the meeting. and volunteers that fill a variety of niches, from sitting group will meet Thursday, FebThe group offers education, with the patient to helping clean and maintain their prop- ruary 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. support and encouragement for erty. in the second floor med surg area mothers. Support group Some hospices even offer massage or music therapy, education room at the hospital. meetings are held the fourth and nearly all provide bereavement services for relatives Jennifer Terrill, a registered Thursday of every month. and short-term inpatient respite care to give family care- nurse and internationally board The support group is free, givers a break. certified lactation consultant but the obstetrics department Most hospice patients receive care in their own home. at TCMH, will facilitate the requires pre-registration prior to However, hospice will go wherever the patient is – hos- breastfeeding support group. the support group. pital, nursing home or assisted living residence. Some The group is open to mothers For more information or to even have their own facility to use as an option. that are currently breastfeeding register, contact the TCMH To receive hospice, your grandmother must get a re- or expectant mothers that are obstetrics department at 417ferral from her physician stating that their life expectan- planning to breastfeed after the 967-1260 or 1-866-967-3311, cy is six months or less. birth of their child. Mothers extension 4449.

It’s also important to know that home-based hospice care does not mean that a hospice nurse or volunteer is in the home 24 hours a day. Services are based on need and/ or what you request. Hospice care can also be stopped at anytime if your grandmother’s health improves or if she decides to re-enter cure-oriented treatments.

Shawn and Samantha and Tommy Pritchett, ThayHow to Choose Jones, Gainesville, are the er; Johnnie Vandiver, BransThe best time to prepare for hospice and consider your parents of a baby boy, To- ville; and Rose Vandiver, options is before it’s necessary, so you’re not making bias Charles, born at 10:01 Koshkonong. decisions during a stressful time. There are more than a.m.

January 25 at Ozarks Steve and Katie Lamber5,500 hospice programs in the U.S., so depending on Medical Center (OMC).

He son, West Plains, are the where you live, you may have several options from weighed 6 pounds 15 ounces parents of a baby boy, Ryan, which to choose. and was 19 3/4 inches long. born at 9:27 a.m. January To locate a good hospice in your area, ask your grandGrandparents are Marty 28 at OMC. He weighed 7 mother’s doctor or the discharge planner at your local Whisnant and Kim Hamilpounds 8 ounces and was hospital for a referral, call your state hospice organizaton, Springfield, Missouri; 20 inches long.

His siblings tion (see hospicefoundation.org/hospice-directory for Tom Jones, Angler, North are Landen, 6; Olivia, 4; and contact information), or search online at sites like the Carolina; and Kathy Jones, Amelia, 2.

Grandparents National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization at New Castle, Pennsylvania. are Jon and Donna Gibbey, nhpco.org.

Doolin Youngblood and Houston; Bill and Susan When choosing, look for an established hospice that Hailey Baker, Birch Tree, Phelan, Gainesville; and the has been operating for a few years and one that is certiare the parents of a baby girl, late Steve Lamberson. fied by Medicare. To help you select one, the American Esmae Madeline YoungCody Thomas and Casey Hospice Foundation provides a list of questions to ask at blood, born at 4:34 a.m.

VanHorn, Willow Springs, 16HospiceQuestions.us.

January 27 at OMC. She are the parents of a baby Who Pays weighed 6 pounds 6 ounces boy, Jonathan James ThomMedicare covers all aspects of hospice care and serand was 18 3/4 inches long. as, born at 2:43 a.m. January vices for its beneficiaries. There is no deductible for Grandparents are Michael 30 at OMC. He weighed 8 hospice services although there may be a very small Baker and Tabitha Nich; De- pounds 5 ounces and was 20 co-payment – such as $5 for each prescription drug for sirea Baker; and Randy and 1/2 inches long. Grandparpain and symptom control, or a 5 percent share for inpaBrinda Youngblood, all of ents are Jonathan and Amy tient respite care. Medicaid also covers hospice in most Birch Tree.

VanHorn of Missouri, and states, as do most private health insurance plans.

Billy and Raelyn Vandiver, For more information, see the “Medicare Hospice Ben- Koshkonong, are the parents Lucenda Edwin Thomas, Poefits” online booklet at medicare.gov/pubs/pdf/02154. of a baby boy, Gunner Scout, mona.

Wayne Hober Jr. and Elepdf. And if you have financial questions or concerns, born at 9:46 a.m. January na Coursen, West Plains, talk to your hospice provider. Most hospices offer finan- 27 at OMC. He weighed 6 are the parents of a baby cial assistance to help families in need. pounds 4 ounces and was 18 girl, Elliana Faith Hober, Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. 1/2 inches long. His siblings Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior. are Gavin, 8; Kanyon, 7; and born at 10:08 a.m. January org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show Emma, 1. Grandparents are 31 at OMC. She weighed and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

Dewayne and Deann Phipps 7 pounds 6 ounces and was 21 inches long. Her siblings are Ashlynn, 4, and Zayden, 2. Grandparents are Ken and Carey Coursen, Willow Springs, and Janet Hawkins, West Plains.

Chris and Shannon Kiefer, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Cade Christian, born at 11:47 p.m. January 31 at OMC. He weighed 8 pounds 8 1/2 ounces and was 22 inches long. His siblings are Kori; Kati; Gracie; and Logan. Grandparents are Danny and Mary Chamberlain, Springfield, Missouri; Clay and Vonnie Thompson, West Plains; and Robert Kiefer and Dot Kiefer, Perryville, Missouri.

Kayla Fisher, West Plains, is the parent of a baby boy, Kameron Dale Fisher, born at 8:01 a.m. February 2 at OMC. He weighed 7 pounds 7 1/2 ounces and was 20 inches long. His sibling is Jayden. Grandparents are Troy Dale and Carol Fisher, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Breastfeeding Support Group to meet

Hospice of Care, McDaniel is responsible for organizing the grief support groups and the annual bereavement tea.

Owens said that in McDaniel’s hands, the Hospice of Care events flourish.

“Sara always brings a smile into the office and into our patients’ homes,” Owens said, adding, “She embodies TCMH values.”

As employee of the month, McDaniel received a certifi-

cate honoring her achievement; a pin; a special parking place in the TCMH lot; one day of paid vacation; a $50 gift card, and gift certificates to Paws N Claws, D&L Florist; Blissful Nirvana Massage, Wher Motors, and Twirlee Q. A reception will be held at the hospital in honor of McDaniel.

McDaniel is eligible for the 2016 TCMH employee of the year award.

JANUARY 2016 CITY/COUNTY INSPECTIONS McDonalds #2, 1320 Porter Wagoner, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 3 Observed no paper towels available at prep area hand sink – ensure paper towels available for proper hand washing practices; observed vent hoods, air return vents, freezers and coolers, and front soda fountain cabinets in need of cleaning; observed wiping cloths stored improperly when not in use.

Papa John’s, 1382 Southern Hills, West Plains. *No violations observed*.

Pizza Shack, 1836 Porter Wagoner, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed spray arm at dishwashing sink with leak, in need of repair; observed food prep employees without proper hair restraint – must have on hat, hairnet or visor while prepping/handling food or dishes.

Ruby Tuesday, 1008 Worley Dr., West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 3 Observed prep area flooring in need of repair/ cleaning due to broken tiles and food debri; observed prep cooler at 45° F during inspection – maintain cooler at 41° F or lower; observed deep cleaning needed on prep line/grill area, equipment and storage due to food debri.

Snappy Mart #9, 1671 US Hwy. 63, West Plains. Re-inspection. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 3 Observed light shields missing from light in prep area, 3rd notice; observed clutter/ items and equipment in need of cleaning in prep area – clean all equipment and coolers and organize area – clean floors and walls – 2nd notice; observed back wall in prep area in need of repair. Will re-inspect in 1 month (Feb.). Repeat violations must be corrected or work order will be issued.

Snappy Mart 160, 4714 US Hwy 160, West Plains.

Re-inspection. Critical: 2 Observed no hand sink in prep area, must have designated hand sink in food prep area for proper handwashing – 2nd notice; observed on-site sewage system failing with septic effluent surface behind store.

Non-critical: 3 Observed flooring throughout store and prep/ service area in need of repair/replacement – must be smooth, easily cleanable – 2nd notice; observed lights unshielded in storage areas – 2nd notice; observed walls not finished in storeroom and exposed wood in cabinets/prep area, must be smooth, easily cleanable – 2nd notice. Will re-inspect in 1 month (Feb.).

Snappy Mart North, 1818 Porter Wagoner, West Plains.

Critical: 0 Non-critical: 3 Observed food boxes on floor in walk-in freezer; observed no paper towels at prep area hand sink dispenser; observed ice machine and soda fountains in need of cleaning.

Sonic, 520 E. Main, Willow Springs. Re-inspection. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 0 Previous non-critical violations corrected.

Subway #2, 1403 Southern Hills, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed trash cans in prep areas without proper lids/not covered when not in use.

TC’s Café, 509 E. 5th St., Mtn. View. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed bulk storage of items (sugar, flour) not in original container, not properly labelled – label containers for easy identification.

TJ’s Hickory House, 4828 US Hwy. 160, West Plains.

2nd Re-inspection. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 4 Observed flooring under cabinets at soda fountain and other equipment flooring and vent hoods in need of cleaning – defrost prep freezer; observed boxes and food product stored on floor in walk-in coolers and freezers – store off ground to prevent possible contamination; observed no paper towels at hand sink at bar area; observed both walk-in coolers flooring in disrepair – floors must be smooth, easily cleanable.

Taco Bell, 1345 Southern Hills, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed walk-in freezer flooring, drive thru and front soda fountain cabinet/flooring in need of deep cleaning due to food debri, etc.

The Little Hut, 201 Cleveland, West Plains. *No violations observed*.

Town & Country Supermarket, 719 E. Main, Willow Springs. Critical: 1 Observed meat products for sale past sale-by-date – corrected on-site. Non-critical: 1 Observed no hot water available for handwashing at deli prep area hand sink – must have hot water (100° F) available for proper handwashing. Will re-inspect in 3 months to monitor meat department (April).

Willow Tree Café, 114 W. Main St., Willow Springs.

Critical: 3 Observed mouse droppings throughout storage, prep and dishwashing areas – must have professional pest control on-site, save receipt, clean all areas, floors and storage of mouse droppings; observed improper handwashing, no hot water available in front hand sink and prep area hand sink dry, with debri, not being used; observed hot foods (mashed potatoes, green beans, etc.) in warmer not held at 135° F – observed at 84° F. Non-critical: 2 Observed improper thawing of frozen product, must thaw in cold running water or refrigeration; observed all areas, floors, in need of deep cleaning – clean flooring in prep area, prep cooler of food debri, all shelving and storage and front area/server area. Must have set cleaning schedule with set daily, weekly and monthly cleaning practices to follow and document.

Will re-inspect in one month (Feb.).

63 Chicken, 1808 Broadway, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed drying of utensils/dishes on cloth towel – air dry on non-absorbent surface; observed spray bottle not properly labelled – keep labelled for proper/easy identification.

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

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MDC to hold Vulture Venture at Shepherd of Hills Hatchery Vultures are a well-known, but under-appreciated member of the bird world. Few people realize it, but these large, dark-colored birds that many people refer to as “buzzards” perform valuable roles in nature.

Natural features bordering Lake Taneycomo in southwest Missouri attract large numbers of vultures each winter. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites people to discover nature by viewing these often-misunderstood

birds on Feb. 20 at its annual Vulture Venture program. The program will be from noon to 5 p.m. at MDC’s Shepherd of the Hills Hatchery, located on the west end of Lake Taneycomo, just below Table Rock Dam.

Vultures can be seen at Lake Taneycomo throughout the year, but in winter, this well-known trout-fishing spot attracts hundreds of these birds. One reason this location attracts large numbers of resident and migrating vultures

Beef and Forage conference in West Plains Feb. 23 University of Missouri Extension will host a “Beef and Forage Conference” starting at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 23 at the Howell County Extension, 1376 Bill Virdon Blvd., West Plains, Mo. Guest speakers will address “Veterinary Feed Directive: Rules and Regulations Going into Effect December 2017” and “Summer Pasture Management: Forages for Summer Grazing.”

Pre-paid registration is required by February 19 with a fee of $15 per person. Registration includes dinner and reference materials.

To pre-register, mail a check to the Howell County Extension Center, East Towne Village, 1376 Bill Virdon Blvd., West Plains, MO 65775 or telephone 417-256-2391.

This program is sponsored

by West Plains Bank and Trust, Community First Bank,

Wood and Huston Bank, Howell County Soil and Water Conservation District, and the South Central Missouri Cattlemen’s Association.

University of Missouri

Extension programs focus on the high-priority needs of Missourians. Each county extension center, with oversight by locally elected and appointed citizens, is your

Missouri’s complex fence laws to be explained March 10 at program in Mtn. Grove A program to discuss Missouri’s Complicated Fence Law will be held on from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, March 10 at the Wright County Extension Center, 9740 Red Spring Road, Mountain Grove.

This program will be done via Lync so attendees can see the presentation and also ask questions of the presenter.

The program will originate at the Forage Systems Research Center in Linneus but local attendees can participate at the Mt. Grove Extension

Center. There is a $10 charge that covers the program and materials. Pre-registration is recommended so adequate materials can be prepared. To register, call the Wright County Extension Center at 417547-7545.

A comparison of both laws will be given at this program.

Koenen has been presenting programs on the fence law for over 25 years throughout the state. Landowners need to be aware of what the law is in their county, and this meeting will

Hunting, fishing permits expire end of Feb. Buy your hunting and fishing permits before March 1 to avoid being without valid privileges. Hunting and fishing permits may still be bought at select local retail vendors or, for more convenience, online or from your phone by using the free MO Hunting app. Beware though, that small “conve-

nience” charges apply when buying online or through the mobil app. When buying new permits be sure to update your personal or address information if they have changed since you last bought any permits.

If you do not already have one you should consider purchasing a Missouri Conser-

Beginning beekeeping class Learn the basics of Beekeeping at University of Missouri Extension Beginning Beekeeping Class. Are you interested in becoming a beekeeper or learning more about beekeeping? Beekeeping classes will provide resources to local beekeepers, teach participants about keeping bees and provide opportunities to learn and grow from experienced bee keepers. Information about equipment, buying bees and how to start your own hives.

Most importantly extension helps individuals interested in beekeeping produce healthy, happy bees.

Beginning Beekeeping Class will be held February 22, 23, 25, March 23, 30, and April 14, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m., nightly at Hirsch Farm and Feed, West Plains, MO. Class Schedule:

Feb. 22nd Hive Inspection, What is in the hive.

Feb. 23rd Buying Bees and Bee Equipment Feb. 25th Installing New Bees March 23rd Queen Rearing March 30th Small Hive Beetle Management April 14th Spring Hive Management Cost is $10 per class and books will be available for purchase. Registration is required.

Checks should be made payable to Howell County Extension and mailed to: Howell County Extension, 1376 Bill Virdon Blvd., West Plains, MO 65775. Include the name and phone number of those attending class.

To register or for more information you may contact Howell County Extension 417-256-2391

vation Heritage Card. The Heritage Card is a plastic card with a magnetic strip that stores all the data needed to apply for hunting or fishing permits in Missouri.

It’s not a credit card - just a handy information card.

It also has your individual Conservation Identification number printed below the bar code on its back. Having this number and card easily accessible makes buying hunting and fishing permits a breeze - and gives you a discount on books, videos, nursery stock, and several other selected MDC products. You can order a Heritage Card for $2 at conservation service centers and retail permit vendors throughout Missouri.

You can purchase your Heritage Card at the same time you buy your hunting and fishing permits.

You’ll receive the card itself 4-6 weeks later. If you already have the Heritage Card but have moved since purchasing it, please ask the permit vendor to update your address information when purchasing new permits.

For additional information or if we can help you with conservation matters contact Conservation Agents Brad Hadley at 573 230 3706 or Jeremy Edwards at 573 230 6174.

Dairy Profit seminars coming Feb. 22-26 Two upcoming Missouri Dairy Profit Seminars coming to southwest Missouri will cover three major topics that affect profits at dairy farms: health, nutrition and reproduction.

The seminars are being held in Missouri’s dairy production regions. The program schedule is designed to fit farm schedules starting at 9:30 a.m. and ending by 3:15 p.m.

“The program schedule allows dairy farmers to milk cows, morning and evening,” said Joe Horner, University of Missouri Extension dairy economist.

Speakers will be from the University of Missouri, industry and the Missouri Dairy Association along with a guest speaker from the University of Illinois.

Dates and locations for the

local link to practical education on almost anything.

More information on this topic is available online at Vultures are a well-known, but under-appreciated member of the bird world. On Feb. 20 at the Missouri Department http://extension.missouri. of Conservation’s Shepherd of the Hills Hatchery, people can edu.

seminars in southwest Missouri are as follows: • Feb. 23, Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield; contact Reagan Bluel, 417-847-3161.

• Feb. 24, MSU State Fruit Research Center, Mountain Grove; contact Ted Probert, 417-741-6134.

There is a registration fee of $20 per person due on arrival. That fee includes lunch. Advance notice for meal count required by calling the number shown for the site.

As a bonus, producers can bring a sample of their total mixed ration for analysis.

The speaker from the University of Illinois is a veterinarian with a lifelong interest in dairy cows. Phil Cardoso will cover two areas of his research: corn foliar fungicide effects on dairy cow

performance and impact of amino acids on reproduction.

Trace mineral impact on calf immunity will be discussed by Dan Tracy of Multimin USA. Missouri Dairy Revitalization, new state legislation, will be updated by Dave Drennan of the Missouri Dairy Association.

After lunch, “Implications of the Veterinary Feed Directives” will be given by MU Extension veterinarian Scott Poock of Columbia.

“Ten key dairy benchmarks” will be explained by Reagan Bluel, MU Extension regional dairy specialist, Cassville.

Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. with milk and coffee break.

Full program details are at www.dairy.missouri.edu/ calendar.

help them better understand their rights and responsibilities.

The Wright County Extension office is located inside the Missouri State University Fruit Experiment Station at 9740 Red Spring Road, Mountain Grove, Mo. Funding and support for the local office comes from the Wright County Commission, MSU, and City of Mountain Grove.

MSU provides Wright County Extension with office and classroom space as part of a joint sponsorship and programming agreement signed in 2015.

learn more about these interesting birds at the free Vulture Venture program. (Photo courtesy of MDC)

in winter is its canyon-like topography that gives the birds a haven from cold winter winds.

There are also plenty of large sycamore trees that supply vultures with sturdy roosting sites. Both turkey vultures and black vultures choose this spot as a wintering site.

These natural features attract hundreds of vultures each winter. This mass gathering of vultures provides opportunities to see these birds, which have an undeserved bad reputation. Although many people find vultures disgusting, they perform a valuable clean-up service by ridding the environment of dead animals.

The Vulture Venture event will consist of outside viewing opportunities and indoor activities. Outside, people will be able to see vultures along the lake through spotting scopes. Indoors at the hatchery’s Conservation Center, people can get an up-closeand-personal view of a live, rehabilitated vulture furnished by the Wonders of Wildlife Museum in Springfield.

No reservations are required for this free event. For more information, call the Hatchery at 417-334-4865, extension 0. Information about vultures and other birds of Missouri can also be found at mdc.mo.gov.

Brown's Farm & Garden Feeder Cattle Auction Report for 02/09/2016 Receipts: 2146 Last week: 3297 Year Ago: 2253 Compared to last week, feeder steers and heifers traded uneven from 2.00 lower to 2.00 higher. Yearling steers traded steady to 5.00 higher. Yearling heifers were lightly tested with steady to weaker undertones.

Demand was good on a light to moderate supply. The supply consisted of 55 percent steers, 8 percent bulls and 37 percent heifers with over 37 percent of the offering weighing over 600 lbs.

From record high temperatures in the 70’s last Tuesday, to snow flurries today, buyers were most interested in those calves which had been vaccinated and weaned.

Feeder Steers: Medium and Large 1 300-400 lbs 210.00-223.00; 400-500 lbs 197.50-213.00; 500-600 lbs 182.50-200.00; 600-650 lbs 170.00-180.00; 650-700 lbs 159.00-167.50; 700-800 lbs 148.00-157.50; 800-900 lbs 142.50-153.50; Pkg 5 hd 947 lbs 139.00. Medium and Large 1-2Pkg 8 hd 236 lbs 215.00; 300-400 lbs 194.50-200.00; 400-500 lbs 185.00-201.00, pkg 6 hd 435 lbs thin fleshed 203.00; 500550 lbs 177.50-189.00,pkg 9 hd 531 lbs thin fleshed 191.00; 550-600 lbs 165.00180.00; 600-650 lbs 156.00169.00, pkg 4 hd 636 lbs unweaned calves; 650-700 lbs 145.00-157.50; 700-750 lbs 145.00-153.00; 750-800 lbs 137.00-145.00;800-850 lbs 136.00-145.00. Medium and Large 2 400-450 lbs 180.00-185.00; 450-500 lbs 152.50-170.00; 500-600 lbs 153.00-168.00; 600-650 lbs 140.00-154.00; 650-700 lbs 136.00-147.50.

Feeder Holstein Steers: Large 3 Pkg 15 hd 884 lbs 85.00.

Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large 1 250-300 lbs 200.00-210.00;300-350 lbs 192.50-200.00; 350-400 lbs 182.50-187.50; 400-450 lbs 177.50-182.50; 450-500

lbs 165.00-174.00; 500-600 lbs 153.00-164.00;600-700 lbs 147.00-154.50; Pkg 10 hd 732 lbs 136.00; Few 852 lbs 131.00. Medium and Large 1-2 Pkg 6 hd 280 lbs 190.00; 300-400 lbs 170.00-185.00; 400-450 lbs 167.50-177.50; 450-500 lbs 150.00-165.00;500-550 lbs 147.00-160.00; 550-600 lbs 142.00-153.00; 600-650 lbs 134.00-148.00; 650-700 lbs 130.00-143.00; 700-800 lbs 128.00-133.00;Pkg 12 hd 1064 lbs 122.50. Medium and Large 2 400-450 lbs 155.00-160.00. Large 1-2 500-550 lbs 147.00-148.00; 650-700 lbs 136.00-137.50.

Feeder Bulls: Medium and Large 1 Pkg 9 hd 337 lbs 215.00; 400-450 lbs 188.00-203.00; 450-500 lbs 180.00-191.00; 500-550 lbs 174.00-185.00;550-600 lbs 161.00-167.50; 600-650 lbs 157.00-160.00.

Medium and Large 1-2 350-400 lbs 185.00-192.50; 400-450 lbs 177.50-185.00; 450-500 lbs 166.00-172.50; 500-550 lbs 160.00-170.00; 550-600 lbs 153.00-161.00; 600-650 lbs 143.00-150.00; 650-700 lbs 133.00-143.00; 700-750 lbs 141.00-143.00; 800-850 lbs 120.00-125.00.

Cow and Bull Auction Report for 02/10/2016 Receipts: 737 Last Week: 969 Year Ago: 1175 Compared to last week, slaughter cows and bulls traded 1.00 to 2.00lower. Demand was good on a heavy supply of bred heifers and cows and a light supply of slaughter animals and pairs. The supply consisted of 21 percent slaughter cows, 55 percent bred cows, 5 percent cow/calf pairs, 5 percent slaughter bulls, 5 percent stocker/feeder cows and 8 percent calves. A large crowd was on hand for the advertised bredheifers, which made up 43 percent of the replacement cattle offering.Next week’s consignments includes over 50 hd of black-hided bred cowsfrom one producer and 35 head of bred Longhorn cows from

another.

Slaughter Cows: Percent Lean Average Dressing High Dressing Low Dressing Breaking 70-80 70.0075.00 75.00-81.50 64.00-69.00 Boning 80-85 69.5076.00 76.00-83.00 64.00-69.00 Lean 85-90 64.5068.00 69.00-77.00 54.00-64.00 Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1-2 1145-2285 lbs average dressing 91.00-98.50 per cwt, high dressing 99.00103.00, low dressing 75.0088.00.

Bred Cows: Medium and Large 1 18 months to 2 yr old 1050-1158 lb bred heifers mostly in the 3rd stage 2000.00-2350.00 per head; 3-5 yrold 1150-1209 lb cows in the 3rd stage 1950.002150.00 per head. Medium and Large 1-2 18 month to 2 yr old 980-1058 lbs bred heifers mostly in the 3rd stage 1750.00-2000.00 per head, 1st-2nd stage 1350.001650.00 per head; 3-7 yr old 985-1635 lbs cows in the 2nd-3rd stage 1700.002050.00 per head; Short-solid to broken mouth 10501435 lb cowsmostly in the 3rd stage 1000.00-1500.00 per head. Medium 1-2 2-7 yr old 870-1110 lb cows in 2nd to 3rd stage 1000.001300.00 per head, 1st stage 950.00-1200.00 per head; 7 yr to broken mouth 700-1055 lb cows in2nd to 3rd stage 600.00-1000.00 per head.

Stocker and Feeder Cows: Medium and Large 1-2 Open or unchecked cows and heiferettes, 18 to 24 months old 670-1015 lb heifers 107.50-125.00 per cwt; 2-3 yr old 865-1180 lb heifers 5.00-107.50 per cwt;4-7 yr old 895-1340 lb cows 73.0090.00 per cwt.

Cow-Calf Pairs: Medium and Large 1-2 Short-solid to broken mouth1020-1440 lb cows with 100-250 lb calves 1100.00-1500.00 per pair; pkg 3-n-1 5 yr old 1215 lb cow in 1st stage with 350 lb calf 2400.00 per pair.

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Route 14 in Douglas and Howell Counties reduced to cut brush and trim trees Route 14 in Douglas and Howell Counties will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews cut brush and trim trees.

This section of roadway is located from north Route 181 in Douglas County to Route AP in Howell County.

Weather permitting, work will take place Thursday, Feb. 11 through Friday, Feb. 19 from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily.

The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

Route 17 in Howell County reduced to trim trees and cut brush Route 17 in Howell County will be reduced to one lane while Missouri Department of Transportation crews cut brush and trim trees.

This section of road is located from Route WW to south of Pruett Street at the city limits of Mountain View.

Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, Feb. 16 through Friday, Feb. 19 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily.

The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

US 63 in Howell County reduced for striping US 63 in Howell County will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews re-stripe the intersections.

Crews will be working in West Plains at intersections between Route CC/Gibson Ave. to south US 160.

Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, Feb. 16 through Friday, Feb. 19 from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

Route 17 in Texas County reduced to cut brush and trim trees Route 17 in Texas County will be reduced to one lane while Missouri Department of Transportation crews cut brush and trim trees along the roadway.

This section of road is located from Route 137 to Route O. Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, Feb. 16 through Thursday, Feb. 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

US 60 in Texas and Wright Counties reduced to cut brush and trim trees US 60 in Texas and Wright Counties will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews cut brush and trim trees.

This section of roadway is located from Route 181 in Cabool, Texas Countyl to north Route 5, Mansfield in Wright County.

Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, Feb. 16 through Friday, Feb. 19 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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Wednesday, February 17, 2016

McTeacher’s Night held at local McDonald’s McTeacher’s Night - Numerous teachers and Principal Loren Smith from Mtn. View Elementary gathered at the local McDonald’s on Tuesday, February 9 fro the annual McTeacher’s Night.

During this time a portion of the proceeds from McDonald’s sales is donated to the school. Pictured above, Manager Michael McBride, Christy Robertson, Sherri Caldwell, Principal Loren Smith and Kim Quinn. Pictured at right, Mrs. Robertson delivers an order to Bailey and Mrs. Quinn sells cookies to an eager Kolbe Ledgerwood. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)