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Prescribed Burns Planned See Page 1 & 11

ONSR plans to conduct prescribed burns Preparations are underway for Ozark National Scenic Riverways to accomplish several prescribed burns this spring. Prescribed burning provides a variety of benefits to native species and habitats, and helps reduce the threat of devastating wildfires. The burns will be carefully planned and monitored by the park’s Fire Management staff and will occur between early February and mid-April. The scheduling of these prescribed burns is dependent on weather and vegetation meeting certain conditions. During prescribed burns, park operations will continue as usual, although temporary closure of trails adjacent to the burn unit may be necessary for visitor safety.

Three of the prescribed burns planned at Ozark Riverways in 2017 will be cooperative efforts with the Missouri Department of Conservation. The following prescribed burns are currently planned: Alley Spring prescribed burn unit, located near Alley Spring: 836 acres Pistol Barrel prescribed burn unit, between Alley Spring and Eminence: 203 acres Macy Reed prescribed burn unit, south of Blue Spring on the Current River: 672 acres See Burn on Page 8

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State of MO executes Mark Christeson Attorney General Josh Hawley issued the following statement this evening upon the execution of convicted triple-murderer Mark Christeson.

On January 31, 2017, Mark Christeson was executed by lethal injection for the February 1, 1998, rape and murder of Susan Brouk, murder of her 12-year-old daughter, and murder of her 9-year-old son. In 1999, a Missouri jury found Christeson guilty of three counts of capital murder based on matching DNA evidence, forensic evidence, and witness testimony. After exhaustive appeals, the court’s sentence was carried out tonight.

“It will be 19 years ago tomorrow that Susan Brouk and her two young children were brutally murdered,” Hawley said. “My heart and prayers are with the victims’ loved ones. I hope that their families find solace in the judgment carried out tonight.”

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One injured, one dead after shooting On Thursday, January 26, 2017, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for what was believed to be a domestic disturbance

with possible gunfire. When deputies arrived on scene one male subject was found with a gunshot wound to the arm. He is expected to re-

WP man in custody after rape allegations

by Laura Wagner Managing Editor laura@mvstandard.com

A West Plains man is in custody after allegations of rape of a 13-year-old surfaced in January.

According to court documents the alleged incident occurred on January 21, 2017. It was reported that the 13-year-old juvenile female was sleeping over at a residence in the West Plains

area. Douglas A. Aldridge, 30 of West Plains was also present at the residence. The juvenile female reported what occurred at the residence to her school counselor and an investigation began on January 24, 2017 Aldridge was taken into custody on January 27, 2017 while he was hiding in a bedroom in the residence.

Court documents state that Aldridge is presently a registered sex offender in the

The Howell County Commission met on Monday, January 30 and approved the annual operating budget for 2017 at (M) $10,246,054.03.

Howell County Presiding Commissioner Mark Collins said that the overall budget is up (about $700,000) from last year. Collins noted that grant funds in particular having dwindled in the past few

Douglas Aldridge

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

years indicating less support from state and federal sources. He said the Howell County Commission, “must continue to be innovative to meet the challenges ahead for the county financial operations.”

Howell County Southern Commissioner Billy Sexton said that the increase in the county budget is attributable

LHS Hoop Queen game this Friday night

to the Commission selling used motor graders through a “guaranteed buy back” provision provided by the vendor when the equipment was originally purchased.

The replacement equipment will be purchased in part from funds received from the used equipment that is being sold. Both the revenues and expenditures from these transactions are reflected in the budget. Sexton said that Howell County maintains over 1,050 miles of road within the county.

Howell County Northern Commissioner Bill Lovelace said, “This budget process is a major part of our obligation to county citi-

zens. It’s an annual evaluation of county finances that connects us with the other officeholders and county employees. We are thankful for everyone’s cooperation during this budget time.”

Howell County Clerk and Budget Officer Dennis Von Allmen said, “The budget is prepared from the various offices and departments submitting estimates of revenues and requests for expenditures to the Howell County Commission for review.”

He added, “As defined by state statute the budget was presented for a public hearing, which was completed today.”

Board approves grant application for amphitheater

Hoop Queen - The Liberty High School Hoop Queen will be crowned between the JV and Varsity game on Friday, February 10. The Eagles will take on the Willow Springs Bears beginning with the JV game at 6 p.m. at the Liberty High School. Pictured above are the Hoop Queen candidates and attendants. Pictured from top, descending, left to right, Senior Candidate Makayla Elliott, Senior Attendant Kaylien Sorensen, Junior Candidate Emma Rector, Junior Attendant Angelina Herold, Sophomore Candidate Jaclyn Mantel (not pictured), Sophomore Attendant Trystan Mendenhall, Freshman Candidate Sierra Voyles (not pictured) and Freshman Attendant Ellie Reed. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

MoDOT and the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety are challenging Missouri businesses and private individuals to buckle up and put their phones down.

The Buckle Up/Phone Down campaign is tackling the two most impactful actions a driver can take to prevent crashes -- or survive if one occurs.

First, drivers can put their phones down when they slide behind the wheel. Distracted driving is the number-one cause of crashes, not only in Missouri, but in the entire United States. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that cell phones were involved in 2,237 crashes in 2015 alone.

Next, people can buckle up each and every time they get in a vehicle. Of the 938 people killed on Missouri’s roadways last year, 684 were drivers and passengers of vehicles subject to Missouri’s current safety belt law.

A tragic 62 percent of them were unrestrained.

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in court at the Howell County Courthouse on Monday, February 6, 2017 at 9 a.m. with Judge Truman Wiles presiding.

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State of Missouri for similarly related crime(s).

Douglas A. Aldridge, 30 of West Plains is currently being held in the Howell County Jail. He is being held on a $200,000 bond on the charges of statutory rape1st degree, rape-2nd degree and endangering the welfare of a child-1st degree-1st offense-sexual conduct. He is being held without bond on a probation/parole violation.

Aldridge is set to appear

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cover. Another male subject identified as John Aborn, age 57 of Ava, was found to be deceased from a gunshot wound.

MoDOT

Members of the Missouri State University Board of Governors today passed a resolution giving its approval for officials at Missouri State-West Plains to seek a grant for up to $250,000 from the U.S. Department of Interior’s Land & Water Conservation Fund for construction of an outdoor amphitheater.

“This project has been a goal of ours for several years,” Missouri State-West Plains Chancellor Drew Bennett said. “With the approval of the Board of Governors, we can now apply for a Land & Water Conservation Fund grant to leverage private donations we have received in

order to make this dream a reality,” he said.

The 850-seat venue, which will be constructed just west of the Smith-London Centennial Bell Tower, will provide the university and the greater West Plains community an outdoor venue for spectator events, concerts, rallies, films and theatrical performances, Bennett said.

Utilizing the natural terrain of the area, seating will face a theatrical-style stage, providing an enjoyable atmosphere and environment in which to view entertainment, he added.

“The amphitheater, for See Grant on Page 8

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.

Lucretia M. Shoup, age 33 - Wanted for probation violation warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. No bond.

Tawnja M. Westinghouse, age 32 - Wanted for failure to appear warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of tampering with a motor vehicle-1st degree and a class C felony charge of receiving stolen property. No bond.

Christi A. Fields, age 44 Wanted for failure to appear warrant for arrest on a class D felony charge of resisting/interfering with arrest for a felony. No bond.

Richard R. Rudd, age 47 Wanted for failure to appear warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of tampering with a motor vehicle-1st degree. Bond set at $2,500. (No photo available)

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Eagles go down to the wire against Salem, Thayer

by Brian Ingalls Sports Writer brian@mvstandard.com

The games were fun to watch. The Liberty Eagles had a victory slip away from them on the road against Salem last week as the Tigers hit three, 3-point shots in the fourth quarter, including one at the buzzer to escape with a 53-52 victory. Then last Friday, 20 points from Mathew Coatney, and double-figure scoring from Brenton Bush and Andrew Holden nearly gave Liberty an upset victory over Thayer, but the Bobcats rained down freethrows in the fourth quarter to pull out a 61-58 squeaker.

It also didn’t get easier for the Eagles who started this week with a road-game against the top-ranked, 17-2 Mountain Grove Panthers. In one amazing stat to remember, almost 40% of Liberty’s basketball games this season have been against top-ten teams. With the regular season drawing to a close, that’s not going to change much.

“It’s the blessing and the curse,” said Liberty Head Coach Yancey Walker, “We are continuing to get better, but we have to figure out a way to win those games because we’re going to play teams that are on that level or even higher in order to get to the next step in the districts and in the post-season.”

Specifically, that includes both the Licking Wildcats and the Mountain Grove Panthers who play in Liberty’s District.

The first chance to see where the Eagles stand against the Panthers was Tuesday night, but after four games against Thayer, the number-one team in Class 2, the Eagles know they are close. The Bobcats’ defense took away Liberty’s

best weapons on Friday night, holding Josh Pruett to just six points on the night, all of those coming in the fourth quarter, while holding Shalin Stout to just seven. But when Thayer’s defense took away the Eagles’ leading scorers, the rest of the team stepped up. Mathew Coatney caught fire in the second and third quarters, and Brenton Bush caught fire in the fourth, on his way to a 13-point game. Andrew Holden kept Liberty in the game early with three baskets in the first quarter, and scored 12 for the game.

It’s just never easy against Thayer, a team that does the little things well.

“Well, they get a lot of loose balls. Without a doubt, they don’t beat themselves,” explained Walker, “The fifty-fifty balls (the loose balls that both teams have a chance to recover) they get to quite a bit, and we talked about that and tried to make that an emphasis, but they still got some on us.”

Another difference was free-throw shooting. While the Liberty Eagles have shot better than Thayer from the line, the Bobcats have shot twice as many. In four games against Thayer, the Bobcats have had 97 free-throw attempts compared to just 50 for the Eagles.

Liberty has made and impressive 78 percent of their freethrows, compared to 71 percent for Thayer, but with twice as many chances, the Bobcats have gained the edge in close games. Friday night was no exception. Thayer had 15 freethrow attempts in the fourth quarter compared to just seven for Liberty.

“That’s probably frustrating as much as anything because I don’t feel like we’re playing that poorly defensively. So that makes it a little bit more difficult to handle,” admitted Walk-

Not in this house! Thayer’s Dagen Jones (10) has no chance against Shalin Stout (12) as Brenton Bush (10) looks on. Stout was a force inside, and most of Jones points had to come from outside, until the fourth quarter foul calls put him on the foul line. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

er, “All we can do is control what we can control and we’re 12 of 15 at the free-throw line, and you know we made six threes, which is a pretty good number for us, especially.”

In games that have been decided by just one score, however, getting twice as many free-throw shots has been the difference this season.

Against Mountain Grove last Tuesday, and possibly again in Districts, the Eagles continue a season trend of facing opponents ranked in the top ten in the State. The Panthers are arguably the best of the bunch, especially after a fourpoint victory over defending State Champion Hartville three weeks ago. Walker stressed that it would be a different type of game from what Liberty has dealt with against Thayer.

“Mountain Grove does a lot of things really well in their own right,” Walker said prior to Tuesday’s game, “They push the ball and they’ll score faster. They play mostly manto-man. So they’ll be a different team to beat. They’re diffi-

cult to press just because they have five guys on the floor who can handle it, but at the same time, transition defense will be a huge deal and taking away their second chance opportunities. And we’ve got to try and score in transition. We’ve got to get the ball down the floor and try to get some easy baskets ourselves.”

Encouraging as it is to play with some of the best in the State, the loss against Salem was one that got away. Of course, it’s never easy to play at Salem, and the Tigers got off to a good start. Logan Woolf drained three, 3-point shots in the first quarter to give Salem a 15-14 lead after the first-quarter. Liberty got five-points from Coatney in the second quarter, and four from Pruett, but Salem’s Jakub Happel exploded with four baskets and a three-pointer as the Tigers took a five-point lead into halftime.

Liberty responded in the third quarter, clamping down defensively on Salem and holding the Tigers to just five points. Meanwhile, a 3-point

Around the defense! Mathew Coatney (2) slips past one defender as he drives to the basket. Coatney led the Eagles against Thayer with 20 points, and was second on the team in scoring against Salem with 13 points last week. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

Crunch Time! Brenton Bush (10) was unstoppable in the fourth quarter against Thayer. The senior guard for Liberty scored 10 points in the fourth, and almost brought Liberty back during Friday night’s 61-58 loss to the Bobcats. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

shot by Bush, and baskets from Holden, Stout, and Orchard, helped Liberty recapture a onepoint lead. But on their home court, the Tigers were shooting well, hitting three-pointers and scoring 18 points in the fourth quarter. Liberty almost put the game away from the foulline as the Eagles went to the line six times, and hit 8 of 11 free-throws. But a last second 3-point buzzer beater by the Tigers stole the game away for the home team.

Against Thayer on Friday, Liberty had a slow start against the Bobcats’ defense. If not for Andrew Holden, it would have been worse. Holden was the only player to make a basket in the first quarter, and he made three of those. Stout added two free throws. Liberty trailed by five points, but as the second half came to close, the Eagles had roared back into a fourpoint lead. Coatney had eight points in the second, Stout added five, and another basket by Holden plus a three-point shot

from Bush powered Liberty.

But a last second three-point shot at the end of the second quarter cut the lead to just one.

It was still anyone’s ball game, and the Bobcats came out on fire in the third quarter as junior guard Dagan Jones sank a couple of three-point shots and Thayer jumped out to a 41-37 lead. Liberty needed a big fourth quarter and they got it from Bush who erupted for a couple of three’s, and 10 points in the final eight minutes. Pruett added six points, and Coatney hit a three, as well. But two trips to the free-throw line by Liberty in the fourth couldn’t keep up with eight trips by the Bobcats who sank 10 of 15 free-throws, and scored 20 fourth quarter points. Thayer left Liberty High School with a hard-fought 61-58 victory.

It has been just that close.

school record set two years ago, under Anderson, it seemed like a growing possibility Missouri wouldn’t win again this season.

It was a balanced Missouri attack, with four players scoring in double figures. Jordan Barnett and Kevin Puryear looked like the two players Missouri needs them to be to have a chance.

Jordan Geist played great point guard minutes off the bench when Terrance Phillips had foul trouble.

Arkansas has some talented players, but the Tigers held Moses Kingsley, the SEC Preseason Player of the Year, to four points and two rebounds.

Missouri has another couple of winnable games this week, at Texas A&M on Wednesday (7:30 p.m. on SEC Network) and home against Vanderbilt on Saturday (2:30 p.m. on SEC

Network).

Both Texas A&M and Vanderbilt began the week at 4-6 in SEC play, in a four-way tie for ninth in the conference standings.

A&M has typically been a good program under Billy Kennedy in recent years, and any road win is tough for the Tigers, who have lose 31 straight on the road.

Vanderbilt is looking to build under first-year coach Bryce Drew, famous for his buzzer-beater shot in the NCAA Tournament playing for his dad at Valparaiso. The Commodores aren’t awful, but playing them at home is a great opportunity to scratch out another win.

I’m still keeping expectations in check, but we’ll see if Missouri’s win on Saturday can lead to any more good things.

SCORING AGAINST SALEM: Dewick 2, Coatney 13, Holden 2, Bush 8, Stout 8, Orchard 4, Pruett 15; SCORING AGAINST THAYER: Coatney 20, Holden 12, Bush 13, Stout 7, Pruett 6.

Missouri wins, breaking 13-game losing streak

by Benjamin Herrold Sports Columnist

For the first time in almost two months, Missouri won a basketball game.

On Saturday, the Tigers held on for a 83-78 win against Arkansas. It was the second annual “Rally for Rhyan” game at Mizzou Arena, raising money to fight children’s pediatric cancer in honor of assistant coach Brad Loos’ daughter and her ongoing battle with cancer.

With that in mind, the arena had some energy and a relatively good-sized crowd. Missouri (616, 1-9 in SEC through Sunday) jumped out to a lead with some uncharacteristically hot shooting. In the second half, Arkansas (17-6, 6-4 in SEC), a team with NCAA Tournament aspirations, came roaring back. It felt like yet

another tough loss was brewing.

But somehow, the team that had lost 13 in a row avoided losing a 14th in a row. Missouri played some good defense in the final possessions and made the requisite free throws to seal the win.

Even if Mizzou Arena was only a little over half full, it was still fun to experience an involved, noisy crowd again in a building that has experienced some thunderous nights since it opened in 2004.

Sure, this is a third straight miserable season for Missouri basketball, but it was nice to have another fun night of Tiger basketball, a rare reason to celebrate. Missouri will probably still fire head coach Kim Anderson at the end of the season, but at least the MU alum got one more win.

After 13 straight losses, tying the

Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Upcoming Events

Sweetheart Banquet Fundraiser for House of Abigail A Sweetheart Banquet Fundraiser for the House of Abigail will be held on Saturday, February 11 at the Mtn. View Community Center. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner being served at 6 p.m. Tickets are $30 per couple. The meal will include salad, brisket, baked potato, roll, dessert, coffee and tea. Music will be provided by Jeff Sullivan. There is limited seating so please buy your ticket early. Call Donald or Barb Fisher at 417-247-2014 or 417-247-2722.

Laura Ingalls Wilder Birthday Party Feb. 11 The Annual Laura Ingalls Wilder Birthday Party at the Summersville Library will be held on Saturday, February 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. This year’s event is even more special because it marks the 150th year since the gifted author was born in a “Little House in the Big Woods of Wisconsin.”

We’ll be making real butter and learning how our pioneers lived in addition to birthday party fare that day. Pioneer clothing encouraged but not mandatory. Plan to join us!

Orientation for Mtn. View Community Garden There will be an orientation event at the Sunshine Market on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 beginning at 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for new and former gardeners at the Mtn. View Community Garden.

Howell Co. Democrats meeting The February meeting of the Howell County Democrats will be Tuesday, February 14 at Wages Brewing on Bill Virdon Blvd in West Plains. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.

Brew will be available for purchase. All Democrats, Independents and Progressives are invited to attend. Regular meetings are held the second Tuesday every other month.

Find us on Face Book. Contact Mary Bischoff at mrbischoff@centurytel.net for information.

Valentine’s Day at LHS Each year on Valentine’s Day, Liberty High School receives many deliveries for students. In order to ensure that all students receive their deliveries and that school bus safety is maintained, parents and flower shops need to be aware of the following: - Students will not be allowed to take any balloons or glass bottles/vases on the bus.

- All deliveries must be made no later than 1 p.m. on Tuesday, February 14 - Deliveries should be made to the stage door through the back parking lot gates. (Push the “call” button to be admitted through the gate.”

- Students will not receive their deliveries until the end of the school day.

Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please call 417-934-2020.

Valentine’s Day at LMS It is time for Valentine’s Day at Liberty Middle School.

In order to ensure that all students receive their deliveries and that school bus safety is maintained, parents and flower shops need to be aware of the following: - Students will not be allowed to take any balloons on the bus.

- All deliveries must be made no later than 1 p.m. on Tuesday, February 14 - Deliveries should be made to the front office - Students will not receive their deliveries until the end of the day.

If you have any questions, please call 417-934-5412 ext.

417. Thank you for your cooperation.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR:

Readers are encouraged to share their opinions by writing letters to the editor. Letters to the editor will be published without charge. Letters to the editor must 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.

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Weekly forecast for the Mountain View (65548) area

Wednesday Feb. 8

Thursday Feb. 9

Friday Feb. 10

Saturday Feb. 11

Sunday Feb. 12

Monday Feb. 13

Tuesday Feb. 14

High: 55 Low: 24

High: 43 Low: 28

High: 59 Low: 49

High: 68 Low: 56

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High: 54 Low: 32

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Mark your calendars

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Wednesday, February 8 7:00 a.m.

Coffee & Billiards at the Mtn. View Senior Center 7:30 a.m.

Biscuits & Gravy at the Mtn. View Senior Center until 9 a.m. Buttermilk biscuits and sausage gravy, $1.50 for a small and $2.00 for large, coffee included. Carry-out or dine-in 10:00 a.m.

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

Willow Springs Rotary Club at Open Range.

Contact Teresa Waggoner at 417-252-0316 for information.

2:00 p.m.

Bingo at the Mtn. View Healthcare 5:00 p.m.

Tai Chi at the Mtn. View Senior Center 5:30 p.m.

- First Baptist Church AWANAs. Meal served at 5:30 p.m. church starts at 6:15 p.m. with dismissal at 7:45 p.m.

- Zumba at Champs Fitness on Tom Frommell Memorial Drive in Mtn. View 417-362-0695 5:45 p.m.

- Mtn. View Christian Church TEAM 412 (preschool thru 6th grade) and The Journey youth group (junior high and high school). Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Dinner served at 6 p.m. Classes start at 6:30 p.m.

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

6:30 p.m.

- MMA at Champs Fitness on Tom Frommell Memorial Drive in Mtn. View 417-362-0695 - Alcoholics Anonymous and Alanon meetings at

Sacred Heart Church Mtn. View 417-934-5437. in Willow Springs. Call 5:00 p.m. $3 admission per child.

417-469-5550 Tai Chi at the Saturday, February 11 for information Mtn. View Senior Center 7:30 a.m.

Thursday, February 9 5:30 p.m.

The 5th Annual Half 7:00 a.m.

- Zumba at Champs Marathon, 10K & Half Rotary Club of Mtn. View Fitness on Tom Frommell Marathon Relay and will meet at Ron’s Memorial Drive in Special Half Marathon Family Restaurant.

Mtn. View 417-362-0695 Partner Challenge will be 8:00 a.m.

- Kindergarten-1st Grade held. For details, go to: Yoga with Vicki is offered Girl Scouts to meet at www.heartoftheozarkfor ladies ages 50 plus.

Hut, 409 N. Pine Street in shalfmarathon.com These classes are Mountain View. For more or call 293-3554. modified to fit your information call Joyce 4:30 p.m. needs. For details call Dixon at 417-934-2394.

Friends of the Garnett 417-293-1184. The first - Yoga Classes at the MV Library Chili Supper with class is free. all the fixings, drinks, and United Methodist Church.

9:00 a.m.

Call 417-247-7153 for desserts will be held in Line dancing at the more information. the Magnolia Room of Mtn. View Senior Center, 6:00 p.m. the WP Civic Center. beginners welcome, LHS JV/Varsity Girls Tickets are $7.50 for no charge.

Basketball game vs. Ava adults and $4 for children 10:00 a.m.

6:30 p.m. ages 4 and under. A free Art Class with Gerri at the - A program to discuss game pass is included Mtn. View Senior Center Missouri’s Complicated with the chili supper 12:30 p.m.

Fence Law will be held ticket. Get details at Bingo at the Willow at the Howell County 255-7940 or Springs Senior Center FriendsofGarnettLibrary@ Extension office, 1376 Bill 4:00 p.m.

Virdon Blvd. A pre-paid MissouriState.edu Bingo at the Mtn. View $15 registration will cover 6:00 p.m.

VFW Hall. Games start the cost of the program Skating & Open gym at 6:30 p.m. and materials. Contact at the Mtn. View Family 5:30 p.m.

256-2391 or howelco@ Youth Center until 10 p.m.

Piyo at Champs Fitness on For more information call missouri.edu by Feb. 10.

Tom Frommell Memorial - MMA at Champs Fitness 417-934-5437.

Drive in Mtn. View on Tom Frommell $3 admission per child.

417-362-0695 Memorial Drive in Sunday, February 12 6:00 p.m.

Mtn. View 417-362-0695 11:00 a.m.

LHS JV/Varsity Girls 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Chicken Dinner at Basketball game Mountain View Al-Anon the Willow Springs Senior at Newburg will meet Mondays Center until 2 p.m.

Friday, February 10 at 7 p.m. at the First Oven-fried chicken, 7:00 a.m.

Presbyterian Church, mashed potatoes and Coffee & Billiards at the located at 205 East 2nd gravy, lightly seasoned Mtn. View Senior Center Street in Mtn. View. green beans, cole slaw, 9:30 a.m.

For more information southern style biscuits, Floor Exercises at the call 417-934-2682. cherry cheesecake, Mtn. View Senior Center Tuesday, February 14 tea/coffee/water. All 10:00 a.m.

Happy Valentine’s Day! proceeds go towards Arthritis Exercise at the 7:00 a.m. building maintenance.

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

11:00 a.m.

Mtn. View Senior Center Alcoholics Anonymous Tai Chi at the 8:00 a.m. and Al-Anon meetings at Mtn. View Senior Center the Sacred Heart Church - Yoga at Champs Fitness 12:00 p.m. on Tom Frommell in Willow Springs. Call MSU-WP’s Study Memorial Drive in 417-469-5550 for Away/Internship Mtn. View 417-362-0695 Monday, February 13 Program in China will be - Yoga with Vicki is 9:30 a.m. the topic of the Friends offered for ladies ages Floor Exercises at the of the Garnett Library 50 plus. These classes Mtn. View Senior Center monthly luncheon meetare modified to fit your 10:00 a.m. ing. Make reservations by needs. For details call Arthritis Exercise at the Feb. 7 by calling 417-293-1184. The first Mtn. View Senior Center 255-7940. $10. class is free.

11:00 a.m.

6:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.

Tai Chi at the - LHS JV/Varsity Boys Line Dancing at the Mtn. View Senior Center Basketball game vs. WilMtn. View Senior Center 3:00 p.m. low Springs 9:15 a.m.

Billiards at the Willow (Hoop Queen) The Community Bible Springs Senior Center - Skating & Open gym Study (CBS) will be held 4:30 p.m. at the Mtn. View Family at First Baptist Church in Yoga at Champs Fitness Youth Center until 10 p.m.

Mtn. View every Tuesday on Tom Frommell For more information call from 9:15 a.m. to Memorial Drive in 11:15 a.m. For more information contact Elaine Brake at 417-252-4198.

12:00 p.m.

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

Call 417-934-2794 - Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce. Call 417-469-5519 for info. The meeting will be held at OP Hall at the country club.

12:30 p.m.

- Cards at the Willow Springs Senior Center - Hand to Foot Card Game at the Mtn. View Senior Center 5:30 p.m.

2nd thru 3rd Grade Girl Scouts to meet at Hut, 409 N. Pine Street in Mtn. View. For more info call Joyce Dixon at 417-934-2394.

6:00 p.m.

LHS JV/Varsity Boys Basketball game vs. Ava 8:00 p.m.

Mtn. View A.A. group meets at the Presbyterian Church in the basement.

The church is located at 205 East 2nd Street in Mtn. View

Al Anon

See answers on page 10

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

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

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Wednesday, February 8, 2017

MO Attorney General issues consumer alert: Tax identity theft fraud Steps taken by consumers may help protect from tax fraud identity theft as the 2016 filing season begins.

What is tax identity theft?

How severe is the problem?

Attorney General Josh Hawley warns consumers to be alert for tax fraud identity theft as the 2016 tax filing season begins.

“Tax identity theft fraud has become all too common. Consumers should file their returns as early as they can,” Hawley advised. “Missouri consumers who experience tax fraud identity theft can reach out to my Office for help.”

Tax identity theft occurs when an identity thief uses a taxpayer’s stolen identity to file a fraudulent return. In doing so, the fraudster often claims a tax refund in the consumer’s name. The identity thief often files a return using a stolen Social Security number and other consumer information to file that forged return. When this happens, the IRS or Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) may have to reject the real return filed by the victim because a return had already been filed using the victim’s credentials. In other scams, some tax thieves use children’s identities to fraudulently claim them as dependents on a return.

Sometimes, too, scammers will take over an online tax

preparation software account which had been opened by the victim. If a scammer hacks an online electronic tax filing account that was created by the consumer, the hacker can redirect the refund to the thief’s bank account. Scammers may even create an electronic filing account with a tax preparation company in order to file the false return.

Although most workers receive their W-2 forms from their employers by the end of January, many consumers wait to file returns. A scammer who has access to your personal information can take advantage of that delay to file in your name. Because the IRS tries to process refunds quickly, the scammers receive their fraudulent refunds electronically or in the mail before you file.

Related scams include fake telephone calls in which the caller claims to be from IRS and demands a payment over the telephone for tax obligations which are not real. Consumers should call the IRS or DOR before providing confidential information or payment information on the telephone.

“The increase in a practice known as phishing could make tax refund fraud even more frequent this year,” Hawley said.

Phishing occurs when a criminal sends a fake email into a business or organization

Rep. Jason Smith’s mobile office to visit Howell County Congressman Jason Smith’s mobile office will be in Mountain View on Tuesday, February 21.

The office, staffed by a member of the Congressman’s district staff allows area residents a chance to discuss their problems and con-

cerns which are then relayed directly to the Congressman for action.

The mobile office will be held at the Mtn. View Community Center located at 125 East First Street from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Commission awards contracts for Southeast District projects The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for Southeast District projects during its regular meeting on Feb. 1.

Awarded contracts include pavement and bridge improvements.

Contracts include the following: A $2,868,553 contract was awarded to Lehman Construction LLC, for bridge replacement on Route 19 over Sinking Creek in Shannon County; A $4,054,638 contract was awarded to Penzel Construction Company, Inc., for bridge replacements on the following routes: Route 51 over Dry Creek in Bollinger County; Route U over Dry Run Creek in New Madrid County; Route 51 over Cane Creek Overflow in Bollinger County; Route H over County Drain-

age Ditch in Stoddard County; Route WW over Wilson Bayou in New Madrid County; Route F over Drainage Ditch 18 in New Madrid County; Route Z over Main Ditch in Stoddard County; Route J over Lick Creek Drainage Ditch in Stoddard County; and Route ZZ over Drainage Ditch No. 2 in Dunklin County.

A $998,339 contract was awarded to Chester Bross for adding shoulders and pavement improvements on Route H from Route 61 to Route 51 in Ste. Genevieve and Perry Counties; A $786,000 contract was awarded to Pace Construction Company, for pavement improvements on the following routes: Route K from Route O to Route 72 in Perry and Bollinger Counties; Route A from Route 61 to Route 32 in Ste. Genevieve; and Outer Road I-55 from Route T to Route 51 in Perry County.

Additional information, regarding timelines and impacts to traffic, will be released prior to the start of construction.

Work zones will be marked with signs as work is underway. Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling in these areas and plan for possible delays. MoDOT will alert drivers prior to any changes in traffic.

For more information, please contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1888-275-6636).

that asks for W-2s or tax information of employees. Companies should train their employees not to send tables of W-2 information or other tax information to anyone, even someone within the organization, without verbal confirmation that the email request for the information was real, according to Hawley.

In calendar years 2015 and 2016, DOR stopped over $100 million in fraudulent tax refunds. DOR also adopted new measures to assist taxpayers who wish to take additional security steps to prevent state filing tax fraud. You can click here to visit their website and get more information.

Additional information is attached below with information about how to learn whether you are a victim, consumer tips and steps to take if you suspect you are a victim.

How can I know if I am a victim?

Be alert to possible tax fraud identity theft if you receive a notice or letter that states: - More than one tax return was filed using your Social Security number - You owe additional tax or there is a tax refund offset - Collection actions are taken against you for a year you did not file a tax return or did not owe money - IRS or DOR records indicate you received wages from an employer unknown to you - The IRS or DOR questions your claim information pertaining to your dependents - When using electronic filing software, you are unable to process your return.

Consumer tips and information: File as early as you are able.

Use only reputable electronic filing programs from respected vendors or tax return preparers.

The IRS doesn’t start con-

tact with a taxpayer by sending an email, text, or social media message. They will not ask for personal or financial information in this way. If you get an email that claims to be from the IRS, do not reply or click on any links. Instead, forward it to phishing@irs.gov. If you receive an email or text that claims to be from DOR, do not reply or click on any links.

Instead, contact idtheft@dor. mo.gov.

If your income does not meet a certain threshold, you may not be required to file taxes. However, if someone else is using your Social Security Number to obtain employment and fails to file taxes, your account may be sent to collections. An unusual collection notice from the IRS may be a sign of identity theft.

If someone uses your Social Security number to get a job, the employer may report that person’s income to the IRS using your Social Security number. When you file your tax return, you won’t include those earnings. IRS records will show you failed to report all your income. The agency will send you a notice or letter saying you received wages but didn’t report them. Contact the IRS or DOR and check your annual Social Security Administration earnings statement carefully. If there are earnings listed that you don’t recognize, someone else could be using your identity to obtain employment.

Don’t routinely carry your Social Security card or any document with your Social Security number on it.

Don’t give a business or medical provider your Social Security number just because they ask. Ask why it is needed and use another reference number if you can. Use your Social Security number only when absolutely necessary.

Shannon County Commission meeting minutes The Shannon County Commission held a meeting on Monday, January 23.

Members present included Jeff Cowen, Presiding Commissioner; Dale Counts, Northern Commissioner; Herman Kelly, Southern Commissioner and Shelly McAfee, County Clerk.

The Commission approved the run-ons and abates to the personal and real estate property valuations prepared by the Assessor’s office. (D-Y, H-Y, J-Y) Dale motions to approve the minutes of January 17, 2017. Herman seconds the motion. Motion carries with all in favor. (D-Y, H-Y, J-Y)

Due to unfunded mandates from the state legislature and increasing operating costs, Dale motions to place a onehalf of one percent sales tax ballot for law enforcement and one-half of one percent sales tax for road and bridge on the April ballot. Herman seconds the motion. Motion carries with all in favor. (DY, H-Y, J-Y) Commission will hold a budget hearing Monday, January 30 at 10:00 a.m.

Being no further business, Dale motions to adjourn the meeting at 12:20 p.m. Herman seconds the motion.

Motion carries with all in favor. (D-Y, H-Y, J-Y)

Mtn. View Garden Club holds first meeting of the year

Garden Club Meeting - The Mtn. View Garden Club held their first meeting of 2017 at the Mtn. View Public Library.

The club covered plans to attend the 2017 State Convention in Hannibal, MO the first week of May. Wednesday Weeders will begin working in the flower beds on February 15, weather permitting. The program, “Raising Worms” was prepared by Robi Tanner and Mary West. Robi narrated the power point show with pictures and information on raising earth worms.

She also brought a small worm farm to demonstrate the procedures and bedding needed for success in with your worm project. The next meeting will be held Wednesday, February 22 at the Mtn. View Community Center. The program begins at 10 a.m. The club will be making Homemade Suet Cakes from lard, peanut butter, and cornmeal. The Mtn. View Garden Club is a member of the Federated Garden Club of Missouri and the National Garden Club Inc. (Photo provided to the Standard)

Check your credit reports periodically.

Protect your personal computers by using firewalls, anti-spam and virus software, update security patches, and change passwords for Internet accounts, especially tax electronic filing software and accounting software. Don’t use the same password for multiple accounts, especially bank accounts. Don’t allow anyone remote access to your home computer unless that person is known to you.

Don’t give personal information over the telephone, through the mail, or over the Internet unless you have either initiated the contact or you are sure you know who is asking.

Report suspicious online or emailed phishing scams to phishing@irs.gov. For phishing scams by phone, fax or mail, call 1-800-366-4484. Report IRS impersonation scams to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration’s IRS Impersonation Scams Reporting. For suspicious contacts which you suspect might be DOR imposters, contact idtheft@dor.mo.gov.

Steps to take if you suspect you are a victim: If you think someone used your Social Security number for a tax refund or a job, contact the IRS or DOR immediately.

If the IRS or DOR sends you a notice about a problem, contact the IRS or DOR immediately.

If you suspect a tax return preparer filed a return or altered your return without your consent or you are seeking a change to your account, file a form with the IRS or contact DOR. The IRS will ask you to complete Form 14157 and

Form 14157-A and mail it to the address shown in the Instructions.

If you suspect that someone has taken over your electronic filing software account, please notify the Attorney General’s Office at ago.mo.gov.

If your Social Security number is compromised and you suspect you are a victim of tax fraud identity theft, take these additional steps: For federal fraud, complete IRS Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit. Use a fillable form at IRS.gov, print, then mail or fax according to the instructions. You will be asked to send proof of your identity with your form.

For Missouri tax fraud, report the incident to the Missouri Department of Revenue by completing Form 5593PDF Document, and then send a scanned copy of the form and required documents to the DOR at idtheft@dor.mo.gov. You may fax or mail the forms instead.

File a police report with your local police department online or in person. You will need a copy of the FTC Identity Theft Affidavit, proof of the theft, a valid ID, proof of address, and the FTC’s Memo to Law Enforcement.

File a consumer complaint with the Office of the Missouri Attorney General at ago. mo.gov and with the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov.

Continue to pay your taxes and file your tax return, even if you must do so by paper.

Place a fraud alert with the three major credit reporting agencies. Consider placing a credit freeze. For more information, call 1-800-392-8222 or click here to learn more.

The Right Choice

President Trump exercised one of the most significant responsibilities given to him by Article II of the United States Constitution this week when he nominated Judge Neil Gorsuch to replace the late Justice Antonin Scalia on the Supreme Court. Filling Justice Scalia’s shoes will be no easy task, but I have no doubt that a conservative pro-life judge like Gorsuch will be up to the challenge.

In the coming months, the Supreme Court will be faced with decisions on legal challenges to the countless executive orders from the previous Administration. These are actions taken by the Obama White House which many view as illegal or unconstitutional and deal with granting mass amnesty, restricting second amendment rights, the costly “clean power plan” - which a southeastern Missouri resident told me will double or triple her monthly utility bills, and attempted federal control over local education policy. With Gorsuch behind the bench, we have a Justice who will always look to promote personal freedom and liberty while viewing our Constitution as a document which enhances the rights of states and individuals, not the federal government.

Judge Gorsuch is widely recognized as a fair and principled jurist and is well respected by Republicans and Democrats alike. In fact, when Gorsuch was nominated to the U.S. Court of Appeals in 2006, he was confirmed without any votes in opposition, including Democrats. You read that right, contrary to the recent attacks being pushed by Senator Schumer and his liberal allies in the Senate, not a single Democrat previously opposed Gorsuch’s confirmation including then Senator Hillary Clinton and Senator Barack Obama. Amazing that so many in the Senate now are putting political interests ahead of our countries and are choosing to oppose Gorsuch purely to be obstructionists.

Like Scalia, Judge Gorsuch interprets the Constitution from the perspective of the Founding Fathers and not on a case-by-case basis to serve political needs. Judge Gorsuch’s similarities to Justice Scalia are evident in a tribute Gorsuch gave after Justice Scalia’s death in which he wrote “Judges should instead strive (if humanly and so imperfectly) to apply the law as it is, focusing backward, not forward and looking to text, structure, and history to decide what a reasonable reader at the time of the events in question would have understood the law to be - not to decide cases based on their own moral convictions or the policy consequences they believe might serve society best.”

Throughout his career Judge Gorsuch has continually stood on the side of religious freedom and the right to life of the unborn. One of his most notable decisions came in the 2014 Burwell v. Hobby Lobby case, in which Gorsuch upheld that the federal government could not force businesses to offer coverage for prescription drugs related to abortion services.

Judge Gorsuch echoes the qualities of Justice Scalia, making him the perfect replacement to restore conservatism and balance back to the Supreme Court. Justice Scalia’s seat on the court does not belong to any president or any political party, but to the American people. Senate Democrats should remember this important fact and follow in Obama and Clinton’s footsteps by confirming Judge Gorsuch immediately.

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Death Notices Alfreda 'Freda' Dixie Chamberlain Simon Alfreda “Freda” Dixie Simon was born February 11, 1922 at Rifle, CO the daughter of Richard Chamber-

lain and Dennessa (Carey) Chamberlain. She passed peacefully in the home of her longtime friend Jim Kaiser on Sunday January 29, 2017 in Mansfield, MO at the age of 94 years.

Freda was united in marriage to Clair Gene Simon on July 19, 1940 at Vernal, UT. They were married for 56 years before he passed on October 31, 1996.

Freda was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Dennessa Chamberlain; her husband Clair Gene Simon; one brother and one sister.

Freda is survived by her dear friend Jim Kaiser of Mansfield, MO; two nieces

Carolyn Simon and Pamela Kempker of California; three nephews John, Gene, and Roy Gates of Colorado and Missouri; and a close friend Janice Sherman of Arizona.

Her mother died when Freda was only 5 years old. She was raised in part by an aunt and uncle, and her father Richard Chamberlain and her stepmother. Freda shared with family and friends how her life was heroically saved when she had diphtheria as a young girl.

Freda lived in various towns in Colorado during her childhood and marriage. She worked for a number of years at Bell Telephone in Craig, CO. In the mid-1970s, Freda and Clair moved to a small farm near Hutton Valley, MO and operated a truck farm. She attended St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Mountain View, MO, and later claimed her faith, being born again and baptized in the Church of God of Prophecy in Mountain View, MO. In 2001, Freda moved from Mountain View, MO to Mansfield, MO and was under the care of her friend, Jim Kaiser, living in his home since 2011.

Tobby James Heavin Celebration of life: Noon-2 p.m. Jan. 21 at Nixa Christian Church. All are welcome to attend.

TJ, Tobby James Heavin, born Aug. 21, 1979, died in his home early Sunday morning, Jan. 8, 2017, of complications from pneumonia. He is survived by his mother, Sharon Heavin,of Nixa; his father,

Freda was also a 20-year survivor of breast cancer.

She enjoyed genealogy and had traced her ancestors back to the Mayflower. She was a cousin to Almanzo Wilder, the husband of Laura Ingalls Wilder whose life story was the basis for the books and television series Little House on the Prairie. Freda was a writer of poetry and prose, and she wrote “Freda’s Thoughts” weekly on the laurassweetmemories.blogspot.com one day each week for the last four years.

Freda was always active in church and civic affairs wherever she lived. She served on various boards of clubs and the Chamber of Commerce of Mansfield, MO. She was a member of the Rebecca’s of the Order of the Odd Fellows. Freda had a “bubbly” personality, and was a loyal friend, who shall be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

No funeral services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements were under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home, LLC of Mountain View, MO. Online condolences can be sent to www. duncanfuneralhomes.com

Funeral services for Norrine Norris was held Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Winona, MO with Bro. Archie Taylor officiating. Pallbearers were Maclyn Simpson, Daryl Norris, Weston Norris, Kagan Norris, Tony Barkley, and Brennan Hicks. Honorary Pallbearers were Casey Yardley, Kyle Corbin-Norris, Nathan Norris, Kaden Norris, and Jonathan Thompson. Interment was in Horner Cemetery in Winona, MO under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home, LLC. Martha Norrine Norris was born September 20, 1926 at Winona, MO the daughter of John W. Barkley and Esther Harrod Barkley. She passed peacefully at her home in Winona, MO on January 30, 2017, at the age of a young 90 years.

She was united in marriage to Oscar L. (Brownie) Norris, on January 12, 1946.

To this union three children were born.

She was preceded in death

Homemaker. She worked thirteen years at Paramount and after her time working in the factory, Norrine began doing what she was most well-known for, which was working in and owning restaurants. Her delicious home cooking contributed to the success of her businesses, but it was her kindness and hospitality that she will be remembered for. Norrine loved to visit with her customers, she remembered their favorite dishes, and gave them special treats.

She always went the extra mile to show that she genuinely cared for everyone she met. Her personality was contagious and her legacy lives on in the sweet memories and stories of her family, friends, and customers. She was a Godly woman and led by example. Everyone she met felt loved and accepted in the presence of Norrine.

We will rejoice in the day we see her again in Heaven.

Online condolences can be sent to www.duncanfuneralhomes.com

Gospel singing at the Willow Springs Senior Center this Friday

Church Directory

ASSEMBLY OF GOD Assembly of God Eminence, MO 573-226-5434 First Assembly of God Elm & Washington, Mtn. View 417-934-2324 Pine Hill Assembly of God Thomasville, MO 417-764-3699 BAPTIST Little Zion Baptist Church V Hwy. in Trask Pastor Robert Medley Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

Radiothon - The Ozark Radio Network held a Radiothon on Wednesday, February 1 for the Agape House in Mtn. View. The Radiothon raised $23,100 for the Agape House. Pictured above, standing, Ozark Radio Network program director Jim Lambert, KUKU-FM program director Gerry Elam, ORN sales director Crystal Cook, ORN CEO Tom Marhefka, 102.5 KDY onair staff member Brett Stevens, Agape House Executive Director Tressa Price and ORN sales representative James Hurtt. Kneeling from left, Ed Martin and KSPQ-FM program director Gary Lee. (Photo provided to the Standard)

Mtn. View Community Garden now accepting applications ed to maintain their plots and put some energy into the whole garden. This is a great opportunity to learn how to grow food and flowers organically.

There will be a Garden Orientation Meeting at Sunshine Market, 208 W. First St., Mtn. View on Wednesday, February 15, at 5:30 p.m. Anyone having questions or wanting to sign up for the 2017 season, please

by her parents, John W. Barkley and Esther Harrod Barkley; her three brothers Larry Barkley, Bill Barkley, and Don Barkley; her sister Lillian Barkley; her husband Oscar L. (Brownie) Norris; her son Stanley Jones Norris and her son-in-law Robert Simpson.

She is survived by her two sisters Jenny Barkley of Winona, MO and Shannon Goldberg of Utah; one brother Max Barkley and wife Lola of Winona, M; her daughter Janet Simpson of Winona, MO; her son Scott Norris and wife Sharon of Winona, MO; two granddaughters Cathy Hicks of Eminence, MO and Stacy Fisher of Winona, MO; three grandsons Maclyn Simpson and wife Lisa of Winona, MO, Daryl Norris and wife Sue of Winona, MO, and LJ Norris of Winona, MO; 15 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

Norrine was a devoted Christian, Wife, Mother, and

River Crossing Christian the Willow Springs Senior from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Russ Heavin and step-mother Country Music presents Center.

Free admission. Come for Cindy Heavin, of Chadwick; gospel sing with Johnnie The gospel sing will be lunch and stay for the music sister, Lindsey Jones and Frank and Sunny Brown at held on Friday, February 10 and fellowship. nephew Clay Jones of Reeds Spring; wife, Terry; step-children, Kasey Anderson, Kyle Ball and Kerry Kemp of Bella APOSTOLIC Church of God of Prophecy Pentecostal Church of God Vista Arkansas; and several Apostolic Evangelistic Center Summersville, MO East 3rd Street & Marr, Mtn. View aunts, uncles and cousins.

404 WW Hwy., Mtn. View, MO 417-932-4559 918-440-8085 Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

TJ was loved by many and Apostolic Temple EPISCOPAL Worship 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. will be missed terribly.

Birch Tree, MO

Radiothon raises $23,100 for Agape House

The Mountain View Community Garden is accepting applications for gardening plots in the Community Garden for the 2017 season. The plots are 5’ x 20’ and cost $10.00 per year. This non-refundable fee includes water, mulch, some seeds, and tool usage. There is a limit of two plots per household. The garden is located on the east end of E. Third St. in Mountain View. Gardeners are expect-

Norrine Norris

plain to attend.

You can also sign up for gardening plots at Sunshine Market anytime or call 417 934-6956 or 934-6746 for more information. This will be the seventh season for our beautiful garden. If you are unable to participate as a gardener but would like to support this effort, contributions of money, old working tools, compost etc. are always welcome.

Birch Tree Baptist Birch Tree, MO 65438 573-292-3324 Chapel Hill Church W Hwy. Mtn. View 417-934-6971 First Baptist Church Eminence, MO 573-226-3718 First Baptist Church Hwy 60, Mtn. View 417-934-2621 Pastor: Dr. John Noble First Baptist Church Summersville 417-932-4579,4877 Winona Christian N Hwy. 19, Winona 573-325-4616 CHURCH OF CHRIST Mtn. View Church of Christ 115 Ward Avenue 417-247-6742 Sunday Morning: 10:15 a.m.

Evening: 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

All Saints Episcopal 107S. Curry, West Plains 417-256-2215

Little Zion Baptist Church Hwy 60 to Trask, South on V Hwy, on right - 417-934-2613 FUNDAMENTAL Bible Baptist Church Summersville, MO 417-932-4913 Oak Grove Baptist Church Y Hwy off 99 S. Birch Tree 573-292-3235 Valley Center Baptist Church Summersville, MO 417-932-4024 Pioneer Baptist Church Hwy 60 E. Birch Tree, MO 573-292-3299 CATHOLIC St. John Vianney Catholic 808 St. Hwy. Y, Mtn. View, MO 417-934-2649 Mass Times: Sunday 10:30am Saturday 4:00pm St. Sylvester Catholic Hwy. 19, Eminence, MO 417-934-2649 Mass Times: Sunday 8:00am Saturday 7:30pm CHRISTIAN Mountain View Christian Church Hwy. 17 South, Mtn. View 417-934-6843 Pastor Brian Ingalls Summersville Christian Summersville, 417-932-5200

PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 205 East 2nd Street, Mtn View Morning Worship: 11:15 a.m.

Pastor: Diane Cooke AA Meeting in Basement, every Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.

SEVEN DAY ADVENTIST Seventh Day Adventist 314 N. Walnut, Willow Springs 417-469-2090 or 417-259-3585 OTHERS: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 300 East Third Street Mountain View, MO Sacrament - 10:00 a.m.

417-934-0715 Grace Believers Church 8357 CR 3140, Mtn. View Sunday School-10am Sunday Worship-11am Sunday Evening-6pm Wednesday Evening-6pm Daniel Woolsey Clear Springs Church Y Hwy, 15 mi N of Mtn View

Immanuel Lutheran Church Missouri Synod 1051 Preacher Roe, West Plains 417-256-3407

Pilgrim Rest Community Church OO Hwy. off 60 East

Oak Lawn Church of God Y Hwy. 12 mi. N of Mtn. View 417-932-4457

METHODIST Birch Tree United Methodist Birch Tree, MO 573-226-3670 Services: 8:15 a.m.

Pastor: Josh Ritzheimer

Church of God of Prophecy Old Hwy. 60, Montier Sunday School - 10am Worship Service - 11am Sunday Night - 6:00pm Pastor: Melvin Snethern

County Line Penecostal Hwy 99, 8 mi. S of Birch Tree 573-292-3600

Glorybound Community Church Corner of CR 2980 & 1950, Hutton Valley, MO Sunday School 10 am, Worship 11 am, Sunday 5:00 pm, Thursday 6:00 pm

MENNONITE Berea Mennonite Community 2mi N of FF Hwy off 60 at Birch Tree 573-292-3018

Church of God of Prophecy Highway 99, Birch Tree, MO 573-292-3562 Pastors Gary & Millie Larsen

Blackpond Church HC3 Box 154-B, Birch Tree, MO 417-764-3264

LUTHERAN St. Paul Lutheran Church, ELCA 291 Kentucky, West Plains, MO Broadway & Bypass 63 417-256-6685

CHURCH OF GOD First Church of God Pastor: Robin McCollough 205 E. 5th Street 417-934-2747 Sunday Morning: 10:30 a.m.

Nazarene First Church of the Nazarene 4th & Pine, Mtn. View

Wednesday 7 p.m.

Pastor Rick L. Krietemeyer

Pleasant Grove United Methodist Teresita, MO - 417-770-6731 Pastor: Josh Ritzheimer Services: 9:30 a.m.

Mtn. View United Methodist 609 E. 5th Street, Mtn View Pastor: Josh Ritzheimer PENTECOSTAL Faith Bible Chapel Pastor Garry Donn Clemens, Sr. W. Hwy. 60, Mtn. View 573-953-1330

Forest Dell Community Church 6 miles S on 17, 1 mi East on 2660 Gravel Ridge Community Church 8807 CR 2960, Mtn. View Sun 9:30am Wed 7pm Church of God N Hwy. Pomona, 417-256-8990 Saturday 11 a.m.

Pastor: George Edmontson Victory Chapel Peace Valley, MO Services: 9:45 Nolan & Lillian Wilkins Shepherd’s Table 8183 Hwy. 60, Mtn. View Pastor: Bill Miller Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday Evening 7:00 p.m.

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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 Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Deputy Buddy Thompson conducted a traffic stop on a black Chevrolet pickup driven by Brandon Watson.

Watson was issued a citation for displaying auxiliary lights of a color other than white, yellow or amber. He is to be in court on 2-24-17.

Saturday, January 28, 2017 Deputy Buddy Thompson was dispatched to the lobby of the Howell County Sheriff’s Office for a report of theft. Upon arrival a male subject of Jonesboro, AR informed Deputy Thompson that he had just had a sideby-side UTV stolen out of the back of his truck while it was parked near CR 9030 in West Plains. The matter remains under investigation.

Sunday, January 29, 2017 Deputy Jason Long was dispatched to PR 2018 in West Plains for a report of a possible domestic situation happening near this residence. The reporting party who was uninvolved advised that a female just came up to her residence and reported that someone at the neighboring residence was holding her son hostage. Upon his arrival he determined that the incident location was at PR 2018.

Upon making contact with a male subject he advised that he and his ex-wife were having an argument regarding custody of their 11-year-old son. This matter was determined to be a verbal argument and no physical assault had occurred.

Monday, January 30, 2017 A male subject came into the sheriff’s office and reported that someone unknown had entered into his shop building on his property located at CR 3400 in Mtn. View and took a set of four, 20-inch Incubus brand wheels with tires on them from his shop/garage building.

As of report time this matter is still under investigation.

Tuesday, January 31, 2017 The Howell County Sheriff’s Office received a report from the Children’s Division of an alleged child molestation occurring in Howell County int he past. The incident is under investigation.

Wednesday, February 1, 2017 Deputy Matthew Kassing was dispatched to the Howell County Sheriff’s Office for a walk-in report of theft.

Upon arrival he made contact with a female subject who reported that someone fraudulently used her credit card.

The case is under investigation.

Thursday, February 2, 2017 Deputy Chad Johnson was dispatched to the Howell County Sheriff’s Office to a past stealing and possible burglary in the past. Upon making contact with the victim he stated that he had just got back into town and noticed several items missing from his garage. This matter is still under investigation.

Friday, February 3, 2017 While at the Howell County Sheriff’s Office a male subject came into the sheriff’s office to report that he had several items stolen from his residence that he owns on CR 8470 in West Plains. This is still an on-going investigation at this time.

Saturday, February 4, 2017 Deputy M. Roam received from dispatch a report of a domestic disturbance, no longer in progress, on State Route 14 in West Plains. The reporting party stated her boyfriend assaulted her, she was able to get away and he has left in maroon Blazer. Deputy Matt Roberts, Deputy Chad Johnson and Deputy Roam responded to the incident. The victim wanted to pursue charges and they have been forwarded to the Howell County Prosecuting Attorney’s office.

COMMITMENTS Friday, January 27, 2017 Benjamin Joseph Young, 26 of Mtn. View was booked

Douglas County Sheriff's Department Report During the week of 1/24/2017 to 1/31/2017 the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responded to 98 Calls for Services.

There have been 15 arrests made and there are currently 29 people incarcerated in the Douglas County Jail.

On Thursday, January 26, 2017, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for what was believed to be a domestic disturbance with possible gunfire. When deputies arrived on scene one male subject was found with a gunshot wound to the arm. He is expected to recover. Another male subject, John Aborn, 57 of Ava, was found to be deceased from a gunshot wound. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is currently still investigating this case. Further information will be released as it becomes available.

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mountainviewstandard.com for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 1-29-17 for time served.

Monday, January 30, 2017 Derrin Joseph Garon, 22 of Pride, LA was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Mercury Cam Miller, 22 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Raymond Charles Nazarian, 32 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Christopher Allen Roberts, 25 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Derek Mitchell Roberts, 30 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Wednesday, February 1, 2017 Tammy Sue Frazier, 48 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Friday, February 3, 2017 George William Roberts, 40 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 2-5-17 for time served.

Lane Martin Reihm, 18 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

ARRESTS Friday, January 27, 2017 Samantha Lee Smith, 44 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for distribution of a controlled substance. She is currently being held on a $25,000 bond.

Rebekah Jean Goure, 32 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for distribution of a controlled substance. She is currently being held on a $25,000 bond.

Douglas Andrew Aldridge, 30 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for probation/parole violation. He is currently being held without bond.

Michael Wayne Beane, 46 of West Plains was arrested for domestic assualt-2nd degree and abuse or neglect of a child. He is currently being held on a $4,500 bond.

Joseph Laverne Newton, 52 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for distribution of a controlled substance. He is currently being held on a $25,000 bond.

Monday, January 30, 2017 Eric Lane Alexander, 37 of Mammoth Spring, AR was arrested on a Howell County warrant for leaving scene of a motor vehicle accident. He bonded out on 1-30-17.

Michele Lynne Forney, 29 of West Plains was ar-

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 Sarah J. Yates, 28 of Willow Springs was arrested on Monday, January 30 at 2:51 p.m. in Howell County for driving while intoxicated (drugs); careless and imprudent driving involving an accident and no seatbelt. She was taken to the Howell County Jail where she was later released.

Timothy H. Taylor, 46 of Memphis, TN was arrested on Monday, January 30 at 10:40 p.m. in Howell County for possession of marijuana; log book not current. He was cited and released.

Cody W. Wadkins, 28 of Udall was arrested on Wednesday, February 1 at 6 p.m. in Howell County for misdemeanor Howell County warrants; speeding and no valid license. He was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held on bond.

Larry R. Tucker, 35 of Willow Springs was arrested on Wednesday, February 1 at 9:08 p.m. in Howell County was arrested on a felony Texas County warrant; 4 Willow Springs PD misdemeanor warrants. He was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held on bond.

Aaron L. Degeneff, 19 of Hays, NC was arrested on Saturday, February 4 at 11:10 a.m. in Howell County for misdemeanor possession of marijuana and lane violation. He was cited and later released.

Barry F. Hatton, 41 of Bucyrus was arrested on Saturday, February 4 at 8;25 p.m. in Texas County for felony probation and parole arrant; felony Butler County warrant for possession of a controlled substance. He was taken to the Texas County Jail where he is being held without bond.

ACCIDENTS A one-vehicle accident occurred on Saturday, February 4 at 11:52 a.m. in Howell County on Route P, 7 miles West of Pomona. According to reports a 2008 GMC Canyon, operated by Joshua D. Hager, 36 of Billings, was traveling Eastbound when the driver failed to negotiate a curve. The vehicle traveled off the roadway and impacted a tree and a culvert. The vehicle came to rest off the roadway. Hager was transported to Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains by EMS with minor injuries. According to reports he was not wearing his safety device. The vehicle, which sustained moderate damage, was removed from the scene by Midway Towing of Pomona. The accident was investigated by Trooper C.L. Goodwin and assisted by Trooper J.S. Cunningham.

A one-vehicle accident occurred on Sunday, February 5 at 2:40 a.m. in Shannon County on Hwy. E, 2 miles East of Delaware. According to reports a 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe, operated by Cayla L. Buckner, 31 of Winona who was traveling Southbound. The vehicle ran off the left side of the roadway and struck a tree. Buckner was taken by Air Evac to Mercy Hospital in Springfield with serious injuries. Reports indicate that it was unknown if she was wearing her safety device. The vehicle, which sustained total damage, was removed from the scene by Gentlemen Jim’s in Mtn. View.

The accident was investigated by Trooper M.A. White.

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rested on a Howell County warrant for probation violation-forgery. She bonded out on 1-30-17.

Douglas Eugene Cotter, 57 of South Fork was arrested on a Howell County warrant for distribution of a controlled substance. He bonded out on 1-30-17.

Brad Colin McDaniel, 45 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County warrant for assault-1st degree and escape or attempted escape from custody. He bonded out on 1-30-17.

Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Billy Joe McKinney, 43 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for probation violation-tampering with motor vehicle, probation violation-burglary-1st degree; a Wright County warrant for probation violation-burglary-2nd degree and a Hartville warrant for failure to appear-prohibited item in jail. He is currently being held without bond.

Kenneth Lee Bass, 55 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for unlawful possession of a firearm. He is currently being held on a $4,500 bond.

Rodney Christopher Wake, 18 of West Plains was arrested on a Thayer warrant for failure to appear-speeding 22 MPH over. He is currently being held on a $250 bond.

Jenny Ann Pettit, 49 of West Plains was arrested for distribution of a controlled substance, keeping/maintaining a public nuisance-drug/ possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana, possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, failure to appear-West Plains and 2 counts of failure to appear-Douglas County. She is currently being held without bond.

Wednesday, February 1, 2017 James Allen Dooley, 42 of Mtn. View was arrested on a Howell County warrant for failure to appear. He is currently being held on a $2,800 bond.

Lisa Dawn wood, 55 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Willow Springs warrant for failure to appear. She is currently being held on a $463.50 bond.

Lorene Ann Dickman, 49 of West Plains was arrested for failure to appear. She is currently being held on a $250 bond.

Cody Wayne Wadkins, 28 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for failure to appear. He is currently being held on a $1,911.55 bond.

Larry Randall Tucker, 35 of Willow Springs was arrested on for felony stealing-Texas County and 2 counts of failure to appear-Willow Springs. He is currently being held on a $150,750 bond.

Thursday, February 2, 2017 Aaron Charles Nazarian, 38 of Mtn. View was arrested on a Howell County warrant for fail to register as a sex offender. He is currently being held on a $4,500 bond.

Ashley Gail Johnson, 31 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for property damage-1st degree and felony stealing-receiving stolen property. She is currently being held without bond.

Friday, February 3, 2017 Gary Lee Simmons, 30 of West Plains was arrested on a Thayer PD warrant for failure to appear-shoplifting.

He is currently being held on a $600 bond.

Wesley E. Smallwood, 48 of Machesney Park, IL was arrested for leaving scene of a motor vehicle accident.

He is currently being held on a $25,000 bond.

Nathan James Eades, 30 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for non-support and burglary-2nd degree. He is currently being held without 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 Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Charissa Y. Kelly, 39 of Mtn. View was issued citations for knowingly driving while license is suspended/revoked and fail to show proof of insurance.

Wednesday, February 1, 2017 David Gordon Fisher, 60 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for indecent exposure.

Darren R. Neitzel, 35 of Winona was issued citations for fail to obey stop sign and fail to show proof of insurance.

INCIDENTS Monday, Jan. 30, 2017 thru Monday, Feb. 6, 2017 Officers were dispatched to an alarm at Sonic. Officer arrived on scene and were unable to find any broken windows or open doors. The building was secure.

Officers were dispatched to South 17 Highway for a vehicle traveling at excessive speed entering city limits. The area was searched but the vehicle was unable to be located.

Check of well-being on 7th Street for a family member unable to contact person.

Confirmed warrant for MSHP. Female asking about her husband’s warrant. She later came in and paid it.

Report of a car that was parking in the roadway. Officers located the vehicle and had it moved to a safer location.

Male asking about a dog that had been found by a former officer.

Officers were dispatched to a residence on E. James for a well-being check. Contact was made with the female and stated that she was fine and already notified the caller.

Officers were dispatched to West U.S. Hwy. 60 near Finish Line Collision Repair for a report of suspicious people in the area. Officers arrived in the area but were unable to locate anyone.

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37th Judicial Circuit Court Proceedings Howell, Shannon, Carter, Oregon County Filings - Jan. 30 thru Feb. 6 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): Jessica L. Shockey of Willow Springs; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Angela M. Wilson of West Plains; Jessica L. Shockey of Willow Springs; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid (Felony): James H. Sparks of Mtn. View; Trai M. Thornton of West Plains; Intentionally Inhale/Smell Fumes Or Induce Another To Inhale/Smell Fumes Of Any Solvents-Subsequent Offense (Felony): Steven R. Hughes Jr. of West Plains; Statutory Rape Or Attempt Statutory Rape-1st Degree-Person Less Than 14 Years Old (Felony): Douglas A. Aldridge of West Plains; Rape-2nd Degree (Felony): Douglas A. Aldridge of West Plains; Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Creating A Substantial Risk-1st Degree-1st

Offense-Sexual Conduct (Felony): Douglas A. Aldridge of West Plains; Non-Support, Total Arrears In Excess Of 12 Monthly Payments Due Under Order Of Support (Felony): Carl W. Delancey of St. Louis; Tampering With Motor Vehicle-1st Degree (Felony): Chantel L. Drake of West Plains; Trai M. Thornton of West Plains; Dwayne M. Young of West Plains; Stealing-Motor Vehicle/ Watercraft/Aircraft (Felony): Trai M. Thornton of West Plains; Amanda M. Mahaem of West Plains; Stealing-Physically Take (Felony): Amanda M. Mahaem of West Plains; Burglary-1st Degree (Felony): Christa D. Clark of West Plains; Passing Bad Check-$500 Or More-No Account/Insufficient Funds (Felony): Wayne Russell Robbins of Poplar Bluff; Ethan D. Omary of West Plains; Assault-1st Degree Or Attempt-Serious Physical Injury Or Special Victim (Felony): Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): Brevin T. Deweese of Willow Springs; Assault-3rd Degree (Felony): Demarcus L. Reynolds of Poplar Bluff; Assault While On School Property (Felony): Brevin T. Deweese of Willow Springs; Escape Or Attempted Escape From Custody With Deadly Weapon, Dangerous

Troop G announces Click It Or Ticket enforcement project results

A total of 19 citations and 19 warnings were issued in conjunction with a Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement operation conducted in Carter County on January 27, 2017.

Also, troopers made three drug arrests and arrested one person for an outstanding misdemeanor warrant. Totals from this enforcement effort include: 7 - seat belt citations 9 - speed citations 1 - hazardous moving violation citation 2 - uninsured motorist citations 1 - misdemeanor warrant arrest 3 - drug arrests “Wearing your seat belt is the single easiest way to protect yourself if you are involved in a traffic crash," said Troop G Commander, Captain Mark G. Inman. "Please be the safest driver you can possibly be. Always pay attention to the task of driving, and please wear your seat belt at all times.”

The only 100 percent survivable crash is the one that never happens. Make sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Every day as we travel on Missouri’s roadways, we trust that every driver on the road is going to obey the speed limit, pay attention, and drive sober. “Don’t Violate The Trust.”

Instrument Or By Holding Hostage (Felony): Brad C. McDaniel of Willow Springs; Receiving Stolen Property-3rd Offense (Felony): Ashley G. Johnson of West Plains; Property Damage-1st Degree (Felony): Ashley G. Johnson of West Plains; Unlawful Use Of Weapon-Exhibiting (Felony): Frank A. White of Willow Springs; Unlawful Use Of Weapon-While Intoxicated-Loaded Weapon (Felony): Frank A. White of Willow Springs; Resisting/Interfering With Arrest For A Felony (Felony): Bryan L Gregory of West Plains; Possession Of Up To 35 Grams Marijuana (Misdemeanor): Angela M. Wilson of West Plains; Kristian D. Watson of West Plains; Robert T. Rollins of Sturkie, AR; Possession Of Marijuana/ Synthetic Cannabinoid Of 10 Grams Or Less (Misdemeanor): Joseph R. James of West Plains; Possession Of Marijuana/ Synthetic Cannabinoid Of 11-35 Grams (Misdemeanor): Kody L. Hawkins of West Plains; Unlawful Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Joseph R. James of West Plains; Kody L. Hawkins of West Plains; Robert T. Rollins of Sturkie, AR; Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Angela M. Wilson of West Plains; Alvin L. Hensley, Jr. of West Plains; Michele L. Forney of West Plains; James H. Sparks of Mtn. View; Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia-Prior Drug Offense (Misdemeanor): Paul B. Tackitt of Caulfield; Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is Less Than $500 (Misdemeanor): Christa D. Clark of West Plains; Domestic Assault-3rd Degree-1st/2nd Offense (Misdemeanor): Joshua G. Jacobson of West Plains; Domestic Assault-4th Degree-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Anita L. Turner of West Plains; Taylor L. Jones of West Plains; Lige J. Bush of West Plains; Property Damage-2nd Degree (Misdemeanor): Dwayne M. Young of West Plains; Bufford O. Collins of Willow Springs; Trespass-1st Degree (Misdemeanor): Bufford O. Collins of Willow Springs; Passing Bad Check-Less Than $500 (Misdemeanor): Rosemary M. La Cagnina of West Plains; John Howard Asher of West Plains; Tamara L. Boak of West Plains; Robin Angelia Davis of Salem, AR; Jeana L. Kight of Cabool; Cynthia A. Kraus of Pomona; Lorinda G. Parker of West Plains; Sherry E. Simmons of Alton; Carol Thompson of West Plains;

Failed To Register Vehicle As Commercial Motor Vehicle When Vehicle Is So Designed/Constructed/Modified (Misdemeanor): Gregory R. Phillips of Winona; Darren E. Norris of Winona; Bryon Keith Brooks of Mtn. View; Displayed Lighted Headlamps Of Color Not Substantially White (Misdemeanor): Branson R. Watson of West Plains; Operate Motor Vehicle With Vision Reducing Material Applied To Windshield/ Excess Vision Reducing Material Applied To Side Window (Misdemeanor): Daniel L. Morton of West Plains; Operate Commercial Vehicle When Not In Compliance With Fed Hazardous Materials Regs (Misdemeanor): Kermit M. Clay of Springfield; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Jacob R. Werner of West Plains; Adam Ray Brown of West Plains; Tommye S. Lagrand of Winona; Jonathan R. Rosenbum of Willow Springs; Haden Sutton Smith of West Plains; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Joseph R. James of West Plains; Kylie Reyanne Faith Welch of West Plains; Failure To Register Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): John W. Maloney of Caulfield; Ashley N. Rogers of West Plains; Robert D. Braudway of Springfield; Chase Allen Burkhart of Greenwood; Bryon Keith Brooks of Mtn. View; Richard Neil Redman of Winona; Gregory R. Phillips of Winona; Leaving Scene Of Motor Vehicle Accident (Misdemeanor): Kevin L. Moss of West Plains; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Kevin L. Moss of West Plains; John W. Maloney of Caulfield; Thomas J. Craig of West Plains; Robert D. Braudway of Springfield; Carrie E. Carver of West Plains; Kyle Anthony Koch of Fouke, AR; Kristian D. Watson of West Plains; Robert D. Braudway of Springfield; Richard R. Reno, Jr. of West Plains; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Kevin L. Moss of West Plains; John W. Maloney of Caulfield; Alvin L. Hensley, Jr. of West Plains; Thomas J. Craig of West Plains; Richard R. Reno, Jr. of West Plains; Operate A Motor Vehicle In A Careless And Imprudent Manner, Involving An Accident (Misdemeanor): Austin L. Reihm of West Plains; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH (Infraction): Daniel George Gamez of Union; Daniel Ray Woolsey of Mtn. View; Kyle Anthony Koch of Fouke, AR; Robert T. Rollins of Sturkie, AR; Paige Lura Jo Campbell of Cabool; Haden Sutton Smith of West Plains; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 6-10 MPH (Misdemeanor): Trena Mae Leiter of Warrensburg; Michelle Leigh Parker of West Plains; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH (Misdemeanor): Arvind Goel of Cordova, TN; Richard R. Reno, Jr. of West Plains; Dylan Avery Eller of Fenton; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 16-19 MPH (Misdemeanor): Mark Anthony Gomez of Las Vegas, NV; Tiffany Liz Thomas of Punta Gorda, FL; Sean W. Marrone of Northport, AL; Robert D. Braudway of Springfield; Matthew J. Davanzo of Union City, TN; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH (Misdemeanor): Abby Rene Westfall of Rogersville; Rodney Christopher Wake of West Plains; Exceeded Posted Speed

Limit By 26 MPH Or More (Misdemeanor): Chase Allen Burkhart of Greenwood; Fail To Display Plates On Motor Vehicle/Trailer (Infraction): Craig Alan Crowder of Lexington, KY; Gregory R. Phillips of Winona; Darren E. Norris of Winona; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Kevin L. Moss of West Plains; Austin L. Reihm of West Plains; Kylie Reyanne Faith Welch of West Plains; Timothy Jacob Brauch of Wheatland; Richard R. Reno, Jr. of West Plains; Robert A. Barnard of Pomona; Tommye S. Lagrand of Winona; Dissolution With Children: Lana R. Snodgras of West Plains vs. David J. Snodgras of West Plains; Dissolution Without Children: Jodie K. Collins of Pottersville vs. Larry R. Collins of West Plains; Breach Of Contract: Heights Finance Corporation of Columbia vs. Michael Pruitt; Cavalry SPV I of Phoenix, AZ vs. Linda L. Williams of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs.

Phillip Bettis of Alton; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Jayme L. Bowen of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. William A. Brotherton of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Ashley M. Detwiler of Pomona; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Edward Doss of Birch Tree; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Kristina Dumond of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Ashley Ellingwood of Cabool; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Clinton K. Sexton of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Neil K. Sletten of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Gust H. Steckman, Jr. of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Steve Williams of West Plains; Suit On Account: Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center of Columbia vs. Dana Sue Phillips of West Plains; Atlantic Credit & Finance Special Finance Unit LLC of St. Louis vs. Craig Kelly of West Plains; Wood & Huston Bank of West Plains vs. Guy Ramseur of West Plains.

SHANNON COUNTY Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Marc Edward Lawrence of Buffalo; Minor Visibly Intoxicated/Blood Alcohol Content More Than .02%-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Colten D. Wilkins of Birch Tree; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Cody Lamar Cope of Amarillo, TX; Failed To Equip Motor Vehicle/Motor Drawn Vehicle With Rear License Lamp/ To Illuminate License 50 Feet (Misdemeanor): David Ray Hinkle of Pilot Knob; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): David Ray Hinkle of Pilot Knob; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): David Ray Hinkle of Pilot Knob; Marshall R. Atkins of Winona; Operate A Motor Vehicle In A Careless And Imprudent Manner (Misdemeanor): David Ray Hinkle of Pilot Knob; Operate A Motor Vehicle In A Careless And Imprudent Manner, Involving An Accident (Misdemeanor): Marshall R. Atkins of Winona; Colten D. Wilkins of Birch Tree; Joshua James Burmeister of Middle Brook; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH (Infraction): Carlos Blackmon of Poplar Bluff; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 26 MPH Or More (Misdemeanor): Austin Lee

Satornino of Dexter; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): David Ray Hinkle of Pilot Knob; Marshall R. Atkins of Winona; Colten D. Wilkins of Birch Tree; Austin Lee Satornino of Dexter; Marc Edward Lawrence of Buffalo; Cayla Lee Buckner of Winona; Brandy Nicole Sappington of Poplar Bluff.

CARTER COUNTY Damage To Jail/Jail Property (Felony): Larence E. Browers III of Van Buren; Domestic Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): James Robert Ott of Van Buren; Unlawful Use Of Weapon-Exhibiting (Felony): James Robert Ott of Van Buren; Pursue/Take/Kill/Possess Or Dispose Of Wildlife Illegally (Misdemeanor): Donald W. Boyer of Ellsinore; Resisting/Interfering With Arrest, Detention Or Stop (Misdemeanor): James Robert Ott of Van Buren; Displayed More Than 4 Lighted Headlamps On Front Of Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): Hayden Dale Hahn of Ellsinore; Fail To Register Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): Owen Austin Welty of Branson; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH (Infraction): Dillon M. Stacey of Herrin, IL; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH Over (Ordinance): Beth Ann Vanelsen of Brighton; Randall Arthur Edmonson of Columbus, MS; Jade Nachole Reinhart of Springfield; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 16-19 MPH (Misdemeanor): Courtney Leighann Newman of Ellsinore; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH Over (Ordinance): Irie Mitchell Hart of Van Buren; Corey Carter Norton of Ozark; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Dale Adams of Poplar Bluff; Small Claims Over $100: Darrell D. Brown of Ellsinore vs. Micheal Didier of Van Buren; Breach Of Contract: Cavalry SPV I of Phoenix, AX vs.

Tracey L. Wood of Annapolis; Suit On Account: LVNV Funding of Greenville, SC vs. Patricia Jean Baker of Van Buren.

OREGON COUNTY Dist/Del/Manf/Produce Or Attempt To Or Possess With Intent To Dist/Del/Manf/ Produce A Controlled Substance (Felony): Jamie A. Cone of Alton; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid (Felony): Andrew J. Wilkerson of Alton; Donald Edward Allen of Koshkonong; Delivery Or Possession Of A Controlled Substance At A County/Private Jail Except With A Written Prescription (Felony): Jamie A. Cone of Alton; Domestic Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): Timothy W. Tarver of Myrtle; Tamper Or Attempt To Tamper With A Victim In A Felony Prosecution (Felony): Timothy W. Tarver of Myrtle; Burglary-1st Degree (Felony): Timothy W. Tarver of Myrtle; Possession Of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid Of 10 Grams Or Less (Misdemeanor): Donald Edward Allen of Koshkonong; Unlawful Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Donald Edward Allen of Koshkonong; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Donald Edward Allen of Koshkonong; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH (Misdemeanor): Donald Edward Allen of Koshkonong.

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Burn Big Spring Ridge prescribed burn unit, south of Van Buren: 630 acres Campbell Point/Beaver Pond prescribed burn unit, on Brown Road south of Van Buren: 540 acres Longbay prescribed burn unit, on Z Highway south of Big Spring: 1,200 acres Partney prescribed burn unit, south of Big Spring: 105 acres Peavine/Sweezie Hollow

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From Page One prescribed burn unit, south of Van Buren: 375 acres In order to ensure the safety of firefighters and the public, foot and vehicle travel in or near the prescribed fire operations may be temporarily restricted. Firefighters plan to conduct prescribed burns during weather conditions that will allow for smoke to disperse without causing negative impacts. However, smoke may impair visibili-

ty in the vicinity of the prescribed burn and could linger low in the atmosphere over a broad geographic area.

Individuals with respiratory ailments are encouraged to take extra precautions to avoid exposure to smoke.

Anyone who is concerned about the potential impacts of smoke from a prescribed burn can request to be added to the park’s notification list in order to be contacted

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example, could be used an additional venue for the OldTime Music, Ozark Heritage Festival, the signature event for the City of West Plains,” Bennett said. “The overall design will work for multiple uses, and the amphitheater would be open to use by the city and other community entities.”

Bennett said university officials have sought input from various community organizations and agencies on the project. “We are working with the City of West Plains and the South Central Ozark Council of Governments (SCOCOG) on the grant application, and we recently met with the Nonprofit Alliance committee to discuss

possible uses for the facility and to gather community input. Members of that group expressed interest in using the amphitheater for their organization’s events that target specific age groups and suggested including various amenities and accessibility requirements. Their feedback was very helpful, and many of their suggestions will be incorporated into the amphitheater design,” Bennett explained.

The Land & Water Conservation Fund is a 50/50 grant program, meaning recipients are required to match any award dollar-for-dollar.

Through a combination of $75,800 from private donors and $174,200 from West

Plains campus reserves, the university has the ability to match a grant up to $250,000, Bennett said.

Although funds already have been identified to meet any grant award, area residents who would like to contribute to the project are welcome to do so, according to Joe Kammerer, director of development. “All gifts, no matter the size, will be appreciated,” he added.

To make a contribution toward the amphitheater, call the Missouri State-West Plains development office at 417-255-7240 or go to http://wp.missouristate.edu/ development/amphitheater. htm to make an online donation.

For the 14th year, the Sr. M. Cornelia Blasko Foundation/Mercy Health Foundation – Mountain View is offering five local seniors a shot at $1,000 scholarships.

The Dr. Grace O. Doane scholarships are specifically for students interested in entering the health care profession.

“Year after year, we love watching our upcoming health care professionals get a boost in their studies,” said Karen Simpson-Neasby, vice president of Mercy Health Foundation. “It’s

our hope that they’ll return to their roots once they’re ready to practice, and help us carry our mission of serving others.”

To qualify as an applicant, the high school student must be a Missouri resident preparing for a career in a health care field and be classified as a senior at one of the following schools: Eminence High School, Liberty High School, Summersville High School, Willow Springs High School, and Winona High School. Students must be planning to attend a Mis-

souri college, university or technical school.

The application process requires an official high school transcript, three letters of recommendation and a short essay outlining the student’s future career plans and goals.

Applications must be post-

The district received a good report from the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education. The Mtn. View-Birch Tree R-III has once again received accreditation status for 2016.

According to the district report card attendance for the district increased to 91.95% from 89% last year.

“I’m very glad to see that,” commented Superintendent Dr. Don Christenson.

Other items that were approved during the meeting included the consent agenda consisting of minutes of December 2016 meeting and payment of monthly bills totaling $254,226.23. Items extracted from the consent agenda were payments to Lanna Tharp in the amount of $160.67; Smith Floor-

ing, Inc. in the amount of $1,228.86; Shelly Mantel in the amount of $114.40 and Godfather’s Pizza in the amount of $152.86. All payments were approved by the board with Keith Tharp, Kent Smith, Shelly Mantel and Steve Vines abstaining from their respective votes as they are related to individuals to which payments were made.

Closed session from December 2016 included the acceptance of the resignation of Anthony Gust, PT driver; approval to hire David Collins, PT driver and approval to add Evelyn Scott to the 2016-2017 substitute list.

The next board meeting will be held on Thursday, February 16 at 6 p.m. at the Mtn. View Elementary.

in advance.

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

Prescribed fire benefits native plants and animals in a variety of ways. Deer, turkeys, collared lizards and other species benefit from the use of fire to maintain or improve the habitat they depend on. Native habitats

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such as glades, savannas, and woodlands can suffer from woody overgrowth in the absence of fire.

The National Park Service works cooperatively with other local land management agencies to conduct prescribed burns each spring.

If you would like to receive additional information about other prescribed burns in the local area, please contact Missouri Department of Conservation at (573)226-3616 or the U.S. Forest Service at (573)364-4621. For more

information about prescribed burns at Ozark Riverways or to be included on the park’s notification list, contact Dena Matteson at (573) 323-4814 or dena_matteson@nps.gov.

We encourage all to visit the park’s website at www.nps. gov/ozar or our Facebook page for further updates.

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

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The hope is to get private industry to openly support employee safety, either through internal safety campaigns or actually changing policy banning cellphone use in company vehicles and making safety belts mandatory.

“MoDOT has already taken both these steps,” said MoDOT Chief Engineer Ed Hassinger.

“We’ve had the mandatory safety belt policy in place for years and have now banned all cell phone

use, including voice, while operating a MoDOT vehicle.”

Statistics show that these two policy changes could have an impact on both incidents and highway fatalities.

“You are 23 times more likely to be in a critical incident when the driver is texting and driving,” said Highway Safety Director Bill Whitfield. “And only eight states scored lower than Missouri on voluntary safety belt use.”

The Buckle Up/Phone

Down Challenge is trying to change these numbers.

Videos, social media posts and a dedicated website will feature citizens and employees of participating businesses giving the “thumbs up/thumbs down” sign to show their support of the effort.

The website is located at www.modot.org/BuckleUpPhoneDown and will also feature the Wall of Fame where participating businesses and agencies can display their logos to show their support.

marked or hand-delivered by March 24, 2017.

Mail to: Sr. M. Cornelia Blasko Foundaton / Mercy Health Foundation – Mountain View ATTN: Karen Simpson-Neasby, Scholarships

100 U.S. Highway 60 Mountain View, MO 65548 Applicants must also demonstrate leadership potential through extracurricular activities and work experiences, as well as a need for financial assistance. Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded, one

for each school with qualifying applicants.

For more information about the Dr. Grace O. Doane health care scholarships, call (417) 533-6192. The scholarship application can be found at http://bit.ly/MtnViewScholarship.

Mercy announces scholarship in Mtn. View area

MV-BT School Board holds January meeting

University of Missouri announces Dean’s List The University of Missouri Professions; Samanannounced the fall semester tha Leigh Wallace, Arts 2016 dean’s. & Science; ChristiMountain View: na Rian Weaver, Arts & Shelby Leigh Bridwell, Science.

Junior, Arts & Science; JereWest Plains: miah Lloyd Conn, Hayden James BerSenior, Nursing; Ian ry, Sophomore, Nursing; David Connolly, Jennifer Joy Broyles, SophSophomore, Arts & omore, Business; EmiScience; Jessica Lynn ly Catherine Cochran, FreshMantel, Freshman, man, Arts & Science; Agr-Food & Nat ResourcKarlee Elise Cochran, Sophes; Leah Marie Moehlenomore, Arts & Science; brock, Junior, Health Lidia Marie Collins, Se-

nior, Agr-Food & Nat son, Freshman, Health Resources; Samuel RobProfessions; Kelsie Jean Owert Demuria, Freshman, Arts ens, Junior, Nursing; & Science; Bailee LauKelsey Marie Rogers, Seren Dougherty, Arts & nior, Arts & Science; Science; Sarah ElizaHolt Alan Skinner, Jubeth Hess, Sophomore, Businior, Engineering; Nichness; Brittany Nicole Isolas Taylor Smith, Serael, Freshman, Agr-Food nior, Arts & Science; & Nat Resources; Bailey Emma LeAnne WatJohnston, Nursing; Alson, Health Professions. exandra Christian McWillow Springs: EmiCrosky, Senior, Human ly Kay Durnell, Junior, AgrEnvironment Science; Food & Nat Resources.

Annmarie Guifu MorriBirch Tree: James Luke Thompson, Junior, Education.

Cabool: Lydia MorBirch Tree: Kassidy B. gan Whetstine, Junior, Health Ledgerwood.

Professions.

Eminence: Cassidy Bland Houston: Caroline MaWinona: Billie A. Brown, rie Dunn, SophoTiffany R. Sullivan, Hannah R. more, Arts & Science; Woolsey.

Hannah E Venn, Natural Cabool: Ellen V. McKee, Resources.

Vincent R. McKee, Cody L. Summersville: Katelyn ReePoe, April D. Sutton.

Mountain Grove: Brandon na Stoops, Junior, Agr-Food K. Day. & Nat Resources.

MSU students named to Dean’s List Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list. For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least 12 credit hours during the fall semester and at least a 3.50 grade point average (on a 4.00 scale).

Van Buren: Amber A. Archer, James B. Kelley.

Mountain View: James L. Denton, Sandra E. Flack, Samantha N. Henry, Cheyenne N. Matlock, Bryan R. Porter, Darah K. Wade.

West Plains: Austin N.

Beard, James D. Bunch, Trevor S. Cressman, Laura B. Davis, Ngozi E. Ekeke, Abigail Eskew, Ashley E. Howell, Katie A. Kaufman, Kaitlyn T. Kentner, Leyna D. McMahon, Joshua R. Miller, Michelle M. Miller, Shari L. Perkins, Lara F. Pickett, Kelsey M. Ragsdale, Sheila L. Robison, Devin D. Sexton, Kate E. Tyree, Ashley M. Vannada, Briona N. Warden, Micaela A. Wiehe, Sheldon L. Wilkening.

Willow Springs: Quencie T. Colley, BreAnna L. Combs, April G. Hogan, Ryan A. Kogut.

Derek Daniels named to College of the Ozarks Dean’s List Derek Daniels of Mountain view, Missouri, was named to the College of the Ozarks Fall 2016 Dean’s List.

Daniels is a Berean Christian Academy graduate.

To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must maintain a 3.6 minimum grade point average during the semester and carry at least 15 credit hours.

Jeremiah Halbert named to College of the Ozarks President’s List Jeremiah Halbert of Birch Tree, Missouri, was named to the College of the Ozarks Fall 2016 President’s List.

Halbert is a Liberty High School graduate.

To qualify for the President’s List, students must maintain a 4.0 minimum grade point average during the semester and carry at least 15 credit hours.

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OMC Cancer Treatment ribbon cutting Do You Need To File a Tax Return in 2017?

Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? My income dropped way down when I retired last year in 2016, so I’m wondering if I need to even file a tax return this year.

New Retiree Dear New, There are several factors that affect whether or not you need to file a federal income tax return this year including how much you earned last year (in 2016), and the source of that income, as well as your age and filing status.

Here’s a rundown of this tax season’s (2016) IRS tax filing requirement thresholds. For most people, this is pretty straightforward. If your 2016 gross income – which includes all taxable income, not counting your Social Security benefits, unless you are married and filing separately – was below the threshold for your filing status and age, you probably won’t have to file. But if it’s over, you will.

• Single: $10,350 ($11,900 if you’re 65 or older by Jan. 1, 2017).

• Married filing jointly: $20,700 ($21,950 if you or your spouse is 65 or older; or $23,200 if you’re both over 65).

• Married filing separately: $4,050 at any age.

• Head of household: $13,350 ($14,900 if age 65 or older).

• Qualifying widow(er) with dependent child: $16,650 ($17,900 if age 65 or older).

To get a detailed breakdown on federal filing requirements, along with information on taxable and nontaxable income, call the IRS at 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail you a free copy of the “Tax Guide for Seniors” (publication 554), or see IRS.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p554.pdf.

Special Circumstances There are, however, some other financial situations that will require you to file a tax return, even if your gross income falls below the IRS filing requirement. For example, if you had earnings from self-employment in 2016 of $400 or more, or if you owe any special taxes to the IRS such as alternative minimum tax or IRA tax penalties, you’ll probably need to file.

To figure this out, the IRS offers an interactive tax assistant tool on their website that asks a series of questions that will help you determine if you’re required to file, or if you should file because you’re due a refund. It takes about 15 minutes to complete.

You can access this tool at IRS.gov/filing – click on “Do you need to file a return?” under the Get Ready tab. Or, you can get assistance over the phone by calling the IRS helpline at 800-829-1040. You can also get face-to-face help at a Taxpayer Assistance Center. See IRS.gov/localcontacts or call 800-829-1040 to locate a center near you.

Check Your State Even if you’re not required to file a federal tax return this year, don’t assume that you’re also excused from filing state income taxes. The rules for your state might be very different. Check with your state tax agency before concluding that you’re entirely in the clear. For links to state tax agencies see Taxadmin.org/state-tax-agencies.

Tax Preparation Help If you find that you do need to file a tax return this year, you can get help through the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (or TCE) program. Sponsored by the IRS, TEC provides free tax preparation and counseling to middle and low-income taxpayers, age 60 and older. Call 800-906-9887 or visit IRS. treasury.gov/freetaxprep to locate a service near you.

Also check with AARP, a participant in the TCE program that provides free tax preparation at more than 5,000 sites nationwide. To locate an AARP Tax-Aide site call 888-2277669 or visit AARP.org/findtaxhelp. You don’t have to be an AARP member to use this service.

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

Ozarks Medical Center (OMC) Cancer Treatment Center held its ribbon cutting and grand opening on Friday, January 27 at the entrance of the Shaw Medical Building in West Plains. The $1.3 million project created a much-needed expansion and remodel of the existing chemotherapy suite, added a healing garden, and state-ofthe art equipment.

The OMC Cancer Treatment Center first opened its doors in 1998 and currently sees more than 400 newly diagnosed cancer patients each year, plus hundreds more who receive ongoing cancer treatment. Prior to the remodel and expansion, the chemotherapy suite was approximately 1,000 square feet and held 11 infusion chairs. The new space is more than 3,000 square feet and has room for 20 infusion chairs.

Podium speakers at today’s event included Kevin Gleghorn, Chair of the OMC Board of Directors; Ward Franz, Executive Director of the OMC Foundation; Ken Joplin, Interim President of the OMC Foundation Board of Directors; Jack Pahlmann, Mayor of West Plains; and Tom Keller, President and CEO of OMC. “This is an exciting day in the history of Ozarks Medical Center! Today we celebrate not just the opening of an expanded Cancer Treatment area and healing garden, but we also celebrate the lives of all that have been touched by cancer and the bravery it takes to face this disease,” said Gleghorn.

‘Nurturing Hope: A Community Cancer Project’ was the fundraising campaign that kicked off in January 2015 to raise money for the expansion. “We have the community to thank for this,” said Franz. “This was something the community believed in and saw the need for. Now, just two years after the campaign began, we are celebrating the grand opening of this beautiful space.”

“It was just two years ago that we kicked off our fundraising campaign in a tent behind this building where the expansion and garden now stand. We have a wonderful, supportive community who helped us turn the Nurturing Hope dream into a reality,” said Joplin. “We now have a renewed environment for healing to nurture hope in cancer patients and their families.”

“It is wonderful that the people of West Plains can

Ribbon Cutting - Dr. Charles Morgan, Oncologist at Ozarks Medical Center Cancer Treatment Center cuts the ribbon for the grand opening of the expansion and remodel of the Cancer Treatment Center. The project was made possible through tremendous community support and donations. Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors, OMC Cancer Treatment Center coworkers, OMC Board of Directors, OMC Foundation Board and approximately 250 community members also attended. Refreshments and tours were available after the ceremony. (Photo provided to the Standard)

receive life-saving treatment such as cancer care close to home without having to travel,” said Pahlmann. “We know the cancer center and Dr. Morgan have helped thousands of people through the years,” he said.

“Everyone in our community has been touched by cancer in some way. Our community deserves the best oncology treatment facility and technology, and this vision was realized through the generosity and support of our community,” said Keller.

“Many of our patients receive chemotherapy infu-

sions several hours a day, several times a week. This new space is much more open with expanded care pods that provide room and space for our patients and their loved ones,” he said.

The project was constructed by RKL Construction of West Plains. Architect was Christner, Inc. of St. Louis, and landscape architect was LAI, Inc. of Little Rock.

Landscape Legends of West Plains installed the healing garden. A special thank you is extended to Brenda Bell and Marge Slayton of West Plains who looked at the

landscape plans and gave their input to include native plants and stone.

Ambassadors from the West Plains Chamber of Commerce, podium speakers, OMC Cancer Treatment Center coworkers and physicians Dr. Charles Morgan and Dr. Benjamin Yan, Oncology Nurse Practitioner Susan Kenslow cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of the center. Refreshments and tours of the center were offered.

For more information about OMC Cancer Treatment Center, call 417-257-5900.

RN wins OMC’s second DAISY Award Dona Fuller, a registered nurse (RN) at Ozarks Medical Center (OMC), was awarded the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a national recognition program through the DAISY Foundation. OMC recently partnered with the DAISY Foundation and Quintin Adolphson, LPN was the first OMC nurse to receive the award in October 2016.

Fuller’s nomination by Glenna Birk, RN, recognized her for making a meaningful difference in patient care.

“We had an elderly gentleman, very ill, needing to be transferred to St. Louis for further evaluation and treatment,” said Birk on her

DAISY Award - Pictured left to right: Kurt Abbey, RN, BSN, MHA, OMC Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer; Dona Fuller, RN, DAISY Award recipient; Denisea Gilliam, RN, BSN, Director of Emergency Services and Hospitalist Program; and Tom Keller, OMC President and CEO. (Photo provided to the Standard)

nomination form. “The patient was angry and wanting to leave against medical advice. Dona talked to the patient and discovered that he was worried about his two

Ryan and Jessica Johnston, Mountain View, are the parents of a baby boy, William Spencer, born January 24 at 1:35 p.m. at Ozarks Medical Center (OMC). He weighed 7 pounds 13 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long. Grandparents are James Deckard, Allen; Jennifer Antel, Winona; Les Johnston, Mountain View; and Kelly Terrill, Eminence.

Jason Ostrum and Crystal Archer, Mountain Grove, are the parents of a baby boy, Matthew Hunter Archer, born January 25 at 2:52 p.m. at OMC. He weighed 7 pounds 9 ounces and was 21 inches long. Grandparents are Harold and Debra Archer, Mountain Grove; and Rhonda Ostrum, Avon, Indiana.

William and Laura Collins, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Abel William, born January 27 at 2:44 a.m. at OMC. He weighed 8 pounds 1/2 ounces and was 20 3/4 inches long. Grandparents are Missy Tackitt, Caulfield; Rodney and Linda Ely, Ironton; and Doug and Bobbie Collins, West Plains.

Daniel and Brittany Hatley, West Plains, are the parents of a baby girl, Ellie Rae, born January 30 at 3:11 p.m. at OMC. She weighed 8 pounds 7 1/2 ounces and was 22 1/4 inches long. Grandparents are Candy Patterson, West Plains; and Marshall and Debbie Hatley, West Plains.

Christopher and Lynsie Upton, Pomona, are the parents of a baby girl, Mackenzie Elizabeth, born January 31 at 6:40 p.m. at OMC. She weighed 6 pounds 13 1/2 ounces and was 20 1/4 inches long. Her sibling is Jackson, 2. Grandparents are Gary and Joyce Gabel, Pomona; Billy and Marlena Upton, West Plains; Cheryl and Rodney Smith, West Plains.

Yorkies at home and wondered who would care for them if he were away for an extended period of time.

Dona told the patient that she would make sure his dogs were taken care of, and a few days later after learning that he wasn’t doing well, ended up moving the dogs to her home to continue taking care of them.”

The DAISY Award was established in 1999 by the family of J. Patrick Barnes who wanted to recognize the skillful and compassionate care Patrick received from his nurses during his eightweek hospitalization. The program is designed to honor the super-human work nurses do for patients and families every day.

Now 17 years later, the DAISY Award program is in over 2,300 healthcare facilities in all 50 states and 14 other countries. The strategic impact of the program on nurses and their organizations is deep, affecting nurses’ job satisfaction, retention, teamwork, pride, organizational culture, health work environment and more.

To nominate a nurse at OMC for the DAISY Award, download a form at: http:// www.ozarksmedicalcenter. com/documents/DAISY_ Nomination-Form.pdf.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, Davy L. Alford and Nancy J. Newland, by their deed of trust dated June 8, 2015, recorded June 12, 2015 as Instrument No. 2015R2174 of the records of Howell County, Missouri, conveyed to Jack Doss, Trustee, the following described property, situated in the County of Howell and State of Missouri, to-wit: The W 1/2 of Lot 2 of the NW 1/4 of Section 6, Township 27 North, Range 7 West.

ALSO, all that part of the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 6, Township 27 North, Range 7 West, lying west of the county road, EXCEPT THEREFROM a tract conveyed to Virgie M. Wangler by deed recorded in Cabinet B, Drawer 3 at Page 132886 of the records of Howell County, Missouri, described as follows: Beginning at a point where the north line of the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 intersects with the westerly right-of-way line of county road as it is presently located, thence continue west along the north line of said NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 a distance of 486 feet, more or less, thence south 1362 feet, more or less, thence east 100 feet, more or less to the westerly right-ofway line of said county road, thence north following said county road to the point of beginning; which conveyance was made to the said Jack Doss, Trustee, in trust, to secure the payment of a certain Note in said Deed of Trust described; and WHEREAS, default was made and still continues in the payment of said Note; NOW, THEREFORE, at the request of the legal holder of said note and in pursuance of the provisions of said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Trustee will sell the property above described at public vendue to the highest bidder, for cash, at the east door of the Howell County Courthouse in the City of West Plains, Howell County, Missouri, on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 1:30 p.m., for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the cost of executing this trust.

Dated: January 18, 2017 Jack Doss, Trustee Insertion Dates: January 18 and 25; February 1 and 8, 2017.

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In the Estate of 2-8-17-1t-SWC RAMONA N. HAWES, Deceased Estate Number 17AL-PR00009 NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED TO All PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF RAMONA N. HAWES, deceased: On January 11, 2017, the Last Will and Testament of the decedent having been admitted to probate, Alva E. Watts was appointed Personal Representative by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Howell County, Missouri. The business address of the Personal Representative is HCR 67 Box 64, Mountain View MO 65548, whose telephone number is 417-934-5439, and whose attorney is Charles C. Cantrell, whose business address is

PO Box 1030, Mountain View, Missouri 65548 and whose telephone number is 417934-2226.

All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in the probate division of this court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent's death, as provided in section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods.

Nothing in section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent's liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to section 537.021, RSMo. Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that he necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate.

The nature and extent of any person's interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Howell County, Missouri.

Date of decedent's death was November 28, 2016.

Date of first publication of this notice is January 25, 2017.

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She is the Mother of Ina Gene (Hankey) Gill, husband Lester Gill. She is the wife of the late Eugene Edward Hankey.

Inez Katherine (Brown) Hankey is the oldest known descendant of the Browns of Missouri historic site, Falling Springs Mill; and is among the oldest graduates of Birch Tree (MO) High School.

Thank you all so much for helping us surprise her!!!

You all are blessings to her!!!

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Shannon County Route Z reduced for culvert replacement Route Z in Shannon County will be reduced to one lane while Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform multiple culvert replacements.

This section of road is located between County Road 333 and Route 106.

Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, Jan. 31 through Thursday, Feb. 9 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Route Z in Shannon County periodic road closures for pipe replacement Route Z in Shannon County will have PERIODIC ROAD CLOSURES as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace two large culvert pipes.

The PERIODIC ROAD CLOSURES will be located betweenRoute106andCountyRoad345.

Weather permitting, work will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 8 through Thursday, Fed 9 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Road will be open nightly.

Route RA in Howell County to CLOSE for pipe replacement Route RA in Howell County will be CLOSED as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a pipe under the roadway in two different locations.

The first section of roadway to CLOSE will be approximately 1 mile from US 60 on Wednesday, Feb. 8th from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The second section of roadway to CLOSE will be almost to the end of state maintenance on Thursday, Feb. 9 from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

For additional information, contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.

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MDC seeks public input on plan for Patrick Bridge Access The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) wants to know what Missourians think about its nearly 1,000 conservation areas in the state.

The management plan for the Patrick Bridge Access in Ozark County is open for public review in February.

MDC invites comments from recreational users, neighboring landowners, conservation groups, elected officials, government agencies and other interested persons or groups. Citizens can comment on this area Feb. 1-28.

To make a comment on this

Patrick Bridge Access - This is one of the scenic views the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Patrick Bridge Access provides of the North Fork of the White River. MDC is asking for comments from the public on how this area should be managed. The citizen comment period is Feb. 1-28. (Photo courtesy of MDC)

area plan, go to mdc.mo.gov/ areaplans.

The 161-acre Patrick Bridge Access is located on Ozark County Highway H and provides access to the North Fork of the White River. The landscape is mostly forested. The area features Althea Spring, a camping area with 12 campsites, one parking lot, a restroom, a ramp that provides access to the stream and a picnic table.

Patrick Bridge Access offers several angling opportunities. The area lies within the North Fork’s Blue Ribbon Trout Area. Anglers who fish for trout at this area are permitted to use artificial lures and flies only and the daily limit is one trout measuring 18 inches or greater in length. The area also offers hunting opportunities. The Althea Spring Trail provides hiking and nature viewing opportunities.

For more information on area plan comment periods, go online to mdc.mo.gov/ areaplans.

Mark Twain National Forest’s spring prescribed fire season will begin as weather allows. Prescribed fires are used primarily to help reduce the threat of wildfires and to improve the health of native plants and wildlife habitat in the Forest. Deer, turkey, quail and other species benefit when the plants they depend on for food or cover are rejuvenated by the use of fire.

Each prescribed burn will be conducted when favorable atmospheric ventilation (such as high-elevation breezes) are occurring to pull the smoke away and minimize smoke impacts to local communities.

Although some smoke may be visible and affect nearby communities, the Forest Service strives to keep smoke impacts within federal and state air quality standards.

Signs will be posted on roads near all prescribed burn areas prior to and when burning is in progress. When encountering the signs, drivers are asked to slow down in case shifting winds increase the smoke along roadways near the burn areas. If the public encounters

on the right-hand side. For more information about any particular prescribed fire project, please contact your local Ranger District office. A list of office phone number can be found on our website at https:// www.fs.usda.gov/detail/mtnf/ about-forest/offices.

Prescribed fires lit by hand crews and by helicopter operations are planned for multiple locations around the Forest.

Neighboring landowners will be contacted by the Forest Service prior to ignitions.

Prescribed burning on the MTNF

Prescribed fire is an ancient technique used to manage grasslands, woodlands and old fields for forage production and improvement of wildlife habitat. (Photo provided to the Standard)

smoke on the highways, slow down, turn on your vehicle’s lights and drive appropriately for the conditions.

Firefighters on the Mark Twain National Forest will look for opportunities to conduct several prescribed burns in the next few months. A list of planned prescribed fire operations on the Mark Twain National Forest is posted on the web and can be found by going to our home page at www. fs.usda.gov/mtnf, then clicking on the “Prescribed Fires” link

Brown's Farm & Garden Feeder Cattle Auction Report for 1/31/2017 Receipts: 4,219 Week ago: 3,080 Year ago: 3,297 *** Special Cow Sale: Friday, February 3rd 6:00 P.M.*** Compared to last week, steer calves traded 5.00-10.00 lower with yearling steers 2.00-5.00 lower. Heifer calves under 600 lbs traded 2.00-3.00 lower with heavier weights steady to 2.00 higher. Yearling heifers traded steady to firm. Demand was good and increased throughout the sale, especially on heifers, with some 5-6 weight heifer prices reaching the lower end of the steer price range. The market was active on a heavy supply. The USDA Cattle on Feed Report reported Inventories were steady compared to a year ago, with Marketings up 7 percent. Placements surprised the experts at 18 percent above a year ago, sending the futures down sharply on Monday with no recovery today. The feeder supply included 56 percent Steers, 1 percent Holstein Steers, 37 percent Heifers, and 6 percent Bulls with 42 percent of the offering weighing over 600 lbs.

Please Note: The below USDA LPGMN price report is reflective of the majority of classes and grades of livestock offered for sale. There may be instances where some sales do not fit within reporting guidelines and therefore will not be included in the report. Prices are reported on a per cwt basis, unless otherwise noted.

Feeder Steers: Medium and Large 1 300-350 lbs 170.00-185.00; 350-400 lbs 157.00-166.00; 400-450 lbs 154.00-160.00; 450-500 lbs 140.00-159.00, Fancy 165.00-167.00; 500-550 lbs 138.00-160.00; 550-600 lbs 134.00-150.00; 600-650 lbs 132.50-145.00; 650-700 lbs 128.00-141.50; 700-750 lbs 127.00- 137.00; 750-800 lbs 124.00-127.00; 800-850 lbs 121.00-125.00; 850-900 lbs 119.00-119.50; 900-950 lbs 116.00. Medium and Large 1-2 250-300 lbs 165.00; 300-350 lbs 155.00-166.00; 350-400 lbs 144.00-158.00; 400-450 lbs 135.00-151.00; 450-500 lbs 131.00-149.00; 500-550 lbs 125.00-141.00; 550- 600 lbs 124.00-135.00; 600-650 lbs 117.00-134.00; 650-700 lbs 115.00- 128.00; 700-750 lbs 119.00-125.00; 750-800 lbs 113.00-121.50; 800-850 lbs 118.00-120.00; 850-900 lbs 118.00; 950-1000 lbs 106.00.

Medium and Large 2 300-350 lbs 145.00; 350-400 lbs 125.00-

140.00; 400-450 lbs 117.00132.50; 450-500 lbs 125.00; 500-550 lbs 117.00; 600-650 lbs 112.00. Large 1-2 450- 500 lbs 138.00; 500-550 lbs 125.00138.00; 550-600 lbs 120.00133.00; 600- 650 lbs 130.00; 800-850 lbs 119.00. Medium 1 300-350 lbs 160.00. Medium 12 450-500 lbs 138.00; 500-550 lbs 120.00. Medium 2 300-350 lbs 130.00; 350 -400 lbs 110.00117.50.

Holstein Steers: Large 3 800850 lbs 62.50; 1050-1100 lbs 61.75.

Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large 1 300-350 lbs 153.00; 350-400 lbs 136.00-146.50; 400-450 lbs 131.00-143.00; 450-500 lbs 129.00-141.00; 500- 550 lbs 123.00-132.00; 550-600 lbs 120.00-130.00; 600-650 lbs 119.00- 128.00; 650-700 lbs 117.50-124.00; 700-750 lbs 117.00-121.00; 750-800 lbs 117.50; 850-900 lbs 114.00; 1000-1050 lbs 116.50.

Medium and Large 1-2 300 -350 lbs 140.00-148.00; 350-400 lbs 125.00-133.00; 400-450 lbs 122.50- 130.00, Thin Fleshed 135.00; 450-500 lbs 115.00130.00; 500-550 lbs 117.50 -122.50, Fleshy 108.00; 550600 lbs 115.00-119.00; 600-650 lbs 110.00- 118.00; 650-700 lbs 115.00-118.00; 700-750 lbs 108.00-116.50; 750-800 lbs 114.50-116.00; 800-850 lbs 110.00-116.00; 900-950 lbs 106.50; 950-1000 lbs Yearlings 90.00; 1050-1100 lbs 98.00.

Medium and Large 2 300-350 lbs 120.00-130.00; 350-400 lbs 115.00-117.50; 500-550 lbs 109.00. Large 1 550- 600 lbs 124.00. Medium 1 300-350 lbs 142.00; 450-500 lbs 134.00; 500-550 lbs 122.50. Medium 1-2 500-550 lbs 107.50; 600650 lbs 112.50. Medium 2-3 600-650 lbs 106.00.

Feeder Bulls: Medium and Large 1 300-350 lbs 165.00; 350-400 lbs 150.00; 400-450 lbs 145.00-149.00; 450-500 lbs 138.00-150.00; 500-550 lbs 131.00-135.00; 550-600 lbs 133.00-137.00; 600-650 lbs 128.00; 650-700 lbs 121.00; 900-950 lbs 114.00. Medium and Large 1-2 450-500 lbs 118.00- 132.50; 550-600 lbs 115.00-123.00; 650-700 lbs 105.00-116.00; 700-750 lbs 110.00-113.00; 750-800 lbs 100.00-108.00; 850-900 lbs 99.00-100.00; 900- 950 lbs 95.00; 1000-1050 lbs 94.00; 1100-1150 lbs 90.00. Large 1-2 750-800 lbs 109.00. Medium 2 850-900 lbs 70.00.

Cow and Bull Auction Report for 02/01/2017 Receipts: 610 Last Week: 599 Year Ago: 969

*** Special Cow Sale - Friday, February 3, 2017 - 6:00 P.M.*** Compared to last week, slaughter cows traded steady to 2.00 higher with slaughter bulls trading 2.00-3.00 higher. Demand was good on a moderate supply of bred cows and slaughter animal and a light supplyof cow/calf pairs. The supply consisted of 42 percent slaughter cows, 21 percent bred cows, 5 percent cow/calf pairs, 9 percent slaughter bulls, 6 percent stocker/feeder cows and 18 percent calves. Near 1200head are expected for the special sale on Friday, February 3rd including muultiple herd sellouts. Several lots of mostly Black and Red Angus bred cows and pairs as well as bred and open heifers are consigned. Several Registered Angus and Hereford Bulls are also in theoffering.

Slaughter Cows: Percent Lean Average Dressing High Dressing Low Dressing Breaking 70-80 57.0062.00 62.50-69.75 53.0055.00 Boning 80-85 55.0061.50 61.50-72.00 52.5054.50 Lean 85-90 47.5054.00 54.50-61.00 40.0047.50 Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1-2 1180-2220 lbs average dressing 82.00-90.00 per cwt, high dressing 89.00-103.00, low dressing 72.00-80.00.

Bred Cows: Medium and Large 1-2 2-7 yr old 985-1475 lb cows in the 2nd to 3rd stage 1110.00-1475.00 per head, 1st stage 1075.00-1100.00 per head; Short-solid to broken mouth 1160-1680 lb cows in the 2nd to 3rd stage 775.001200.00 per head. Medium and Large 2 2-7 yr old 765-1545 lb cows in the 2nd-3rd stage 750.00-975.00 per head, 1st stage 650.00-900.00; Short-solid to broken mouth 840-1135 lb cows in the 2nd to 3rd stage 550.00-650.00 per head.

Stocker and Feeder Cows: Medium and Large 1-2 Open or unchecked cows and heiferettes, 18 to 24 months old 6151125 lb heifers 80.00- 107.50 per cwt; 2-3 yr old 640-1265 lb heifers 72.00-105.00 per cwt; 4-7 yr old 790-1340 lb cows 58.00-68.00 per cwt.

Cow-Calf Pairs: Medium and Large 1-2 2-6 yr old 8501340 lb cows with 100-250 lb calves 1225.00-1500.00 per pair. Medium and Large 2 2 yr to short-solid mouth 675-1150 lb cows with 100-300 lb calves 825.00-1225.00 per pair.

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