Mv standard issue 3 25 2015

Missouri

Spring turkey hunting outlook good for MO See Page 9

LHS graduate named to All-American team 2014-15

Junior Ranger Day May 1st See Page 2

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has announced the 2014-15 Division II Men’s

Volume 109 - Issue 9

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

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Basketball All-America teams.

A Mtn. View native and Liberty High School graduate, Derek Daniels, made the 2014-15 NAIA Division II Men's Basketball Honorable Mention AllAmerican team.

Daniels gained high recognition for his time at Liberty being a four-time 1st Team All-Conference selection, four-time 1st Team All-District, three-time 1st Team All-State AP, and a two-time 1st Team All-State MBCA. Derek finished 2nd in career points with 1,989 and was the SCA Player of the Year two consecutive years.

As a sophomore at Drury University, Danel's was a part of the Panthers magical run to a NCAA Division II National Championship. In his first season as a Bobcat, Daniel registered 10.7 points per game.

He led the Bobcats in scoring this season with 16.38 points per game and 6.72 rebounds per game.

A transfer from Drury University, Daniels made an immediate impact with the Bobcats in the 201314 season. His threepoint shooting ability and versatility flourished with the Bobcats, playing in 32 of 33 games and leading the team in three-pointers with 64. In his two short years as a Bobcats, Daniels has posted 867 points, draining 147 three-pointers.

Head Coach for the Panthers, Steve Shepherd stated, “Daniels’ shooting stretches the defense, and the attention he gets as a scorer has opened up opportunities for his teammates. He has been our most consistent rebounder all year and is a great passer. He’s very unselfish and elevates the play of his teammates. He has been clutch in high pressure situations, and his teammates have looked to him to make big plays when most needed.”

Daniel's is a senior guard at College of the Ozarks and is majoring in Physical Education K-12.

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City transformer explodes

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Mercy St. Francis Easter Bazaar

The Mercy St. Francis Auxiliary will host their annual Easter Bazaar on Friday, March 22. The Bazaar will be held in the Mercy St. Francis Hospital front lobby from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Easter Bazaar will feature homemade treats, gift items for Easter, home decor items, handmade items as well as clearanced gift shop merchandise.

All proceeds will benefit the Mercy St. Francis Auxiliary which helps with special hospital projects including buying new equipment.

For more information call the hospital at 417934-7190.

Explosion - A transformer exploded at the Mtn. View Mobile Estates shutting off power to the area for 12 hours. The incident occurred off South Highway 17 on Wednesday, March 18 at 10:20 a.m. The Mtn. View Fire Department along with Mtn. City Personnel responded to the scene where the transformer was fully engulfed in flames.

Residents began having issues with their electric and some stepped outside to see if there was a problem.

The residents stated that there were sparks and steam shooting out of the transformer. Mobile Estate owner Jerry Kuenzel arrived at the estates to assess the situation when he turned his back and the transformer exploded.

Kuenzel was not injured but his jacket had melted to his shirt (pictured at left). The explosion reportedly knocked Joe Ledbetter down who was visiting his mother at the estates. These were the only two who were involved directly in the explosion. Local EMTs were on scene and checked the two men but luckily neither had sustained any injuries during the explosion.

HOWELL CO. According to Jeremy Burks who was on scene the casing around the transformer blew straight up in the air and landed approximately 35 feet across Faulk Street. One mobile home was damaged due to the explosion. Residents at the mobile estates and along Highway 17 were without power for up to 12 hours. The Mtn. View Christian Church had to cancel that evening's church services due to the power outage. Community members were "thankful" and "amazed" by the diligence, speed and concern shown by city personnel and the fire department.

The cause of the explosion is undetermined at this time and reportedly this is the first time such an incident has occurred. The city has safety measures in place to keep this from happening but for some reason they failed this time. The City of Mtn. View is currently working with the Siemens Group in upgrading the city's electrical infrastructure. The upgrade will be costly but as you can see by the pictures above, very much needed. (Photo: The Howell County Standard/Burks, Ingalls) Sheriff's Department has

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Take a step back in time at Twin Pines Step back in time at the eighth annual Heritage Day at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free family event celebrates the heritage and resources of the Missouri Ozarks. Join the staff and volunteers of Twin Pines as they offer a taste of life in the Ozarks from the late 1800s and early 1900s.

Heritage Day will once again feature a free oldfashioned fish fry sponsored by the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation. Dennis McSpadden of Van Buren will be cooking up catfish, fries, and hush puppies with assistance from the Twin Pines volunteers along with U.S. Forest Service Jane Mobley and students from the Mingo Job Corps.

There will also be demonstrations throughout the day including soap making, spinning, weaving, oak basket

making, rope making, and more. KKDY’s Cowboy Rick will be broadcasting live from 9-11 a.m. and will have a stagecoach to explore. Music will be provided by the Short Leaf Band and fiddler Mike Fraser.

The event will also include herb walks and birding hikes, free family fishing, and archery lessons for kids.

There is no cost for the event and registration is not required. Some guest vendors will have items for sale. For more information call Twin Pines at 573-3251381.

Parking will be off site on Highway 19 with shuttles running throughout the day.

Twin Pines is located in Winona on Highway 60 about a mile east of the intersection with Highway 19 North.

For more information on Twin Pines events and activities, go online to mdc. mo.gov/node/293.

Mtn. View Mercy St. Francis Easter Egg Hunt March 28 The grounds of Mercy St. Francis Hospital will once again be “hopping” as Easter approaches. Mercy and the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the annual Easter egg hunt on the lawn of the hospital on Saturday, March 28.

The Easter Bunny will be there along with 3,000 hidden eggs. Kids will search with their own age groups: ages 1-3, 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12. One lucky hunter in each group who finds the golden egg will win a prize.

“This is always a great opportunity for families in the community to come together and celebrate the holiday,” said Robert Rogers, Mercy St. Francis Hospital

administrator. “This year, we’ll have even more fun activities for the kids prior to the egg hunt.”

From 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., there will be free face art, $1 balloon animals and a Mercy Therapy Services information booth offering details about upcoming summer camps for kids ages 4 to 18. Parents can also stop by the pavilion of Mercy Medical Clinic between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. for free car seat checks.

The annual Easter egg hunt at Mercy St. Francis Hospital, located at 100 W. US Highway 60, begins at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 28, on the back lawn. For more information, call 417-9347000.

Heritage Day - Volunteers from a past Heritage Day show what pioneer living was like in the Ozarks.

Step back in time at this year's Heritage Day at MDC's Twin Pines Conservation Education Center on April 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Howell Co.

MV man allegedly shoots 22-point buck illegally

by Laura Wagner Mountain View Standard News laura@mvstandard.com

A Mtn. View man has been charged with the felony crime of stealing animals after he allegedly poached a deer on a big game hunting preserve in Mtn. View.

According to court documents, on November 21, 2014 Vincent Wilson owner of Rack Attack Outfitters, a big game hunting preserve located in Mtn. View in Howell County. He stated that he was contacted by a hunting guide working on his property and advised that the hunting guide heard gunshots on or near the Southeast corner of the Rack Attack property. Wilson later learned that a neighbor, identified as Robert J. Neal, 33 of Mtn. View, had checked in a 22-point Whitetail buck through the

Missouri Department of Conservations TeleCheck system and that Neal had been telling people about killing the 22-point buck.

Wilson then contacted the Missouri Department of Conservation because he believed the 22-point buck was one of his trophy bucks from his high fence enclosure.

On November 29, 2014 Wilson found a male deer carcass on his property which was 59 steps from the south fence and visible from the Neal residence. MDC agents responded to the scene and took photographs and video of the deer carcass and surrounding area. The deer carcass was missing its head, having been cut off near the neck and head juncture. This deer carcass also appeared to have two bullet holes in its See Buck on Page 7

issued warrants and is looking for four individuals in the Howell County area.

If you have any information on the whereabouts of these individuals, do not try to apprehend them, call the sheriff's office at 417-2562544 or local authorities.

Cody W. Collins, age 22 - Wanted for a probation violation warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of receiving stolen property and a class B felony charge of dist/del/ manf/produce or attempt to dist/del/manf/produce a controlled substance. No bond.

Allen Lindsay, age 19 Wanted for a probation violation warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of resisting arrest/ dentention/stop by fleeingcreating a substantial risk of serious injury/death to any person and a class C felony charge of theft/ stealing. No bond.

Brittany C. Osborn, age 29 Wanted for a warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of theft/stealing. Bond set at $4,500.

Jennifer R. Chandler, age 30 - Wanted for warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. (No photo available). Bond set at $3,500.

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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Deadline for applying to India study away program extended to April 2 Students and area residents interested in Missouri State UniversityWest Plains’ short-term, study away program to India this summer still have time to apply. Dr. Rajiv Thakur, assistant professor of geosciences and director of the program, said the application deadline has been extended to April 2.

The program, India: Encountering and Contesting Development (GRY 197), is a three-credit-hour class set for July 9-24 and is being coordinated through the Office of International Programs at Missouri State University in Springfield.

The cost of the trip has

been reduced to $3,311, not including class tuition, meals, transportation to and from Chicago O’Hare International Airport, passport and visa, Thakur said.

“Students will have the opportunity to visit New Delhi, the capital of India and the second largest city in the world,” he said.

“Students also will visit Agra, which has the Taj Mahal, and Jaipur. But the most exciting aspect of this trip will be a visit to Leh in Jammu Kashmir Himalayas at a height of 11,000 feet above sea level.”

Contemporary India is a country of contradictions,

with some of the world’s richest and poorest sharing the same space and the most vibrant democratic practices co-existing with feudal, casteist and religious ones, he pointed out. The objective of the course is to look at some of the key emerging and ongoing developments that shape lives, livelihoods and possibilities for change in India, he explained.

“We hope students and members of the community can still take advantage of the trip,” Thakur said. “It is my belief it will be one of the more profound learning experiences at Missouri State-West Plains. I am personally excited about this

trip and consider it a unique opportunity to see India and understand this unique culture and population, from someone who has lived in Dehli for more than three decades.”

Those interested in enrolling or wanting more information should contact Thakur at RajivThakur@ MissouriState.edu or at 417-396-9027. Thakur said community members can participate in the program without enrolling in the course. Those interested will need to pay the program fee in full through the Study Away storefront at www. international.missouristate. edu/studyaway/ before the

Alley Spring hosting Junior Ranger Day May 1 See live eagles up close snake! Learn about birds, rescue and lots of other and personal. Touch a water quality, search and exciting topics at the National Park Service’s annual Junior Ranger Day. Each year area students and youth organizations come together with educators from statewide natural resource agencies for a fun, active, and exciting day of educational activities. This year’s event will be held at Alley Spring on Friday, May 1, starting at 9:00 a.m.

This event is FREE. Local schools are invited to bring their 2nd through 5th graders.

Homeschoolers and scout groups will find the event The Liberty Eagles will place from 6 p.m. to 7:30 a wonderful resource. The hold an auction, dinner and p.m. general public is invited a show on Thursday, March There will be silent as well. Schools and large 26 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The auction items available groups should RSVP by event will take place at the for viewing and bidding at calling Dena Matteson at Liberty Middle School. the Liberty Middle School 573-323-8028 or e-mailing The fundraiser will be a from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. chili/soup supper, talent To donate or for more bill_o’donnell@partner. show and silent auction with information, contact Nikki nps.gov.

There will be birds of all proceeds benefiting the Green at 417-257-4528 band.

(LHS/LMS Band) or Ryan prey presentations from the Cost is $6 for chili/soup Smith at 573-462-0922 World Bird Sanctuary in St Louis during which the which will include a drink (LHS/LMS Choir). and a dessert. Admission All parents, students birds will actually fly over into the talent show will be and fans are welcome to the students’ heads! The $5. The talent show will take attend.

Ozark Riverways’ Search

Liberty Eagles band to hold fundraiser March 26

and Rescue Team shares high risk experiences. The Cave Research Foundation teaches us about caves and the Missouri Master Naturalists will be on hand to tell us all about bats. Project Wet will be there along with the Scenic Rivers Stream Team Association to remind us all about the importance of keeping our rivers clean. The American Canoe Association will have a certified trainer to introduce kids to safety on the rivers. There will be live nature sing-alongs.

Many other organizations will be on the grounds with hands-on, fun, and exciting activities as well.

For more information call 573-323-4236, or visit us online at: www.nps.gov/ ozar Ozark National Scenic Riverways preserves the free-flowing Current and Jacks Fork Rivers, the surrounding natural resources, and the unique cultural heritage of the Ozark people.

local farmers to supply us with some heirloom, nonGMO corn, and we've got a lot more ideas to bring to fruition."

"Keeping with our desire to be as local as possible, we decided we didn't want to just hire a graphics firm to design our logo." Wages explained, "We felt the people of the Ozarks would have a unique approach similar to our own.

So we came up with a contest to have artists from the Ozarks submit logo designs to us. I have to admit; I was extremely nervous. But in the end, we found our winner in Dee Ann Lange, the owner of Dog Gone Creative, out of Kirkwood, Mo." Wages went on to say those nerves were put to rest when the submissions came pouring in. In all, 20 designers submitted over 200 designs during the one month contest. He says, "Once the submission deadline passed, we were like 'How are we going to choose!?'". He and his team spent an entire month picking the winning

design. "It was so difficult because at least five or six of the logos were wonderful in their own right. But in the end, there could be only one. I tell you, Dee Ann had submitted something like 50 or so variations of the same concept. I thought for sure she was going to quit because of my intensity, but she was a pure joy to work with!"

"Dee Ann Lange's winning design conveyed everything we wanted including having a modern feel while expressing our rough around the edges approach" Wages expounded, "The fingerprint really secured it for me. It shows we're putting our mark

State University Study Away website, www. international.missouristate. edu/studyaway/.

Bridge repair requires I-70 lane closure in Cooper County The Missouri Department of Transportation has closed one westbound lane of Interstate 70 at mile marker 93 in Cooper County due to required bridge repairs. During a routine inspection of the bridge, a crack was found in one of the bridge’s steel beams and MoDOT crews must take immediate action to keep the bridge open to traffic.

“The damage that developed on the Lamine River bridge on I-70 is symptomatic of Missouri’s transportation funding problem,” said MoDOT Director Dave Nichols. “Without continuous investment in rehabilitation and replacement projects, this will keep happening, more and more frequently.”

Work will take place beginning March 16 and could last up to three days.

One westbound lane will be closed until a temporary repair is in place, and motorists are advised to use caution and prepare for slow traffic in the area.

The bridge passes over the Lamine River, and is located about nine miles west of Boonville. The bridge is about 50 years old, and like many other bridges on Missouri’s

state system, it is showing its age. Unfortunately, MoDOT’s shrinking construction budget means replacing this bridge, and others like it, is not a possibility.

“Without additional transportation funding, we’ll see more bridges with weight restrictions, and some will need to be closed indefinitely,” said Nichols. “When that happens, the economic vitality of our state and mobility of Missourians will be compromised.”

MoDOT is responsible for maintaining nearly 10,400 bridges, currently about 600 of them are in poor or serious condition. To replace them all is simply not possible, especially considering MoDOT’s construction budget will fall to $325 million by 2017. That’s far below the $485 million needed annually just to keep Missouri’s roads and bridges in the condition they are in today.

For more information about the Lamine River bridge or for other transportationrelated matters, please call 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (2756636) or visit www.modot.org/ central. Follow the MoDOT Central Missouri District on Facebook for project updates.

Congressman Jason Smith Congressional Art Contest

Congressman Jason Smith announces the opening of the annual Eighth Congressional District Art Contest and encourages high school students in his congressional district to participate.

Students may submit original paintings, drawings, collages, mixed media, computer-generated art and photographs. Congressman Smith and a panel of art experts will select a winning work of art to be displayed in the Capitol for one year.

“I am constantly impressed and inspired by the talented young artists in our area.

The annual Art Contest showcases local talent on a national stage,” said Smith.

“I look forward to seeing this year’s entries and showing off our student’s work in Washington, D.C.” Every student who enters the Eighth Congressional District Art Contest will receive a certificate of recognition and have his or her art displayed for the month of May at The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri in Cape Girardeau.

Additionally, there will be a special preview reception at the gallery for students and their families during the Arts Council’s First Friday event.

The winner of the Eighth Congressional District Art on this brewery, and really, Contest will receive free our whole community."

Dee Ann received a prize including $500 cash as well The STARS Foundation as an assortment of brewery of Cabool will be performing merchandise and VIP Disney’s Little Mermaid attendance to a future special on April 17, 18, 24 and 25. event.

They will be performing at Craft brewers continue the Willow Springs STAR to innovate with grassroots Theater located at 205 East approaches like Wages Main Street.

Brewing Company's recent logo contest. Wages said, "Craft beer isn't just about me or you or beer in general.

It's about all of that, but most importantly, about love and passion. Otherwise, what's the point?"

Wages Brewing Company is looking to open around late summer or fall this year.

Logo design contest connects Craft Brewery to community Many people think craft beer is defined by their use of unorthodox ingredients to create new and original flavors. While this is true, it's only a small part of the picture. Their ingenuity translates into so much more.

Wages Brewing Company, West Plains, Mo., illustrated this best when they used an innovative approach to come up with their company's logo: an art design contest.

"We are a very small operation known as a 'nanobrewery' preparing to open our doors later this year", said owner/founder Phil Wages, "and we don't have our sights on opening a giant production facility to send our beers to the far corners of the world." He admitted he wouldn't resist it if the public demanded. "Instead, we are focused on our community [in West Plains], and we have a strong desire to do as much locally as possible. For instance, we are developing a persimmon beer with locally harvested persimmons, and we're working with

program departs.

For more information about the trip, contact Thakur or visit the Missouri

airfare for two individuals to attend a national recognition reception in Washington, D.C. held in June. Ten runners-up will receive public recognition and be invited to a reception with Congressman Smith in early May. Since the competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students across the country have participated.

Entries must be submitted to one of Congressman Smith’s offices by Friday, April 24. Artwork can be dropped off at: Cape Girardeau Office: 2502 Tanner Drive, Suite 205, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 | Phone: 573-3350101 • Farmington Office: 22 East Columbia Street, Farmington, MO 63640 | Phone: 573-756-9755 • Rolla Office: 830A South Bishop, Rolla, MO 65401 | Phone: 573-364-2455 • West Plains Office: 35 Court Square, Suite 300, West Plains, MO 65775 | Phone: 417-255-1515 For more information, students may contact Leslie Herbst at 573-335-0101 or email leslie.herbst@ mail.house.gov. Additional information is available at the House of Representatives’ website.

Little Mermaid at the Star

The play begins at 7 p.m. on Fridays and on Saturday there will be two performances one at 2 p.m. and one at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 in advance and $6 at the door. For Tickets please call 417-254-3168.

Fenton-Farrokhian to wed

Wedding Announcement - Bill and Lyrae Fenton of Mountain View would like to announce the engagement of their daughter Cheyann to Eric Farrokhian of West Plains. Eric is the son of Wanda Lee Larimore of Joplin. Eric and Cheyann are planning a December wedding in the caribbean. Cheyann and Eric are both employed by Apollo Retail.

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Upcoming Events Youth T-Ball, Baseball, Softball sign-ups in Mtn. View

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Weekly forecast for the Mountain View (65548) area Wednesday March 25

Thursday March 26

Friday March 27

Saturday March 28

Sunday March 29

Monday March 30

Tuesday March 31

High: 72 Low: 45

High: 54 Low: 34

High: 50 Low: 28

High: 50 Low: 34

High: 64 Low: 41

High: 65 Low: 42

High: 66 Low: 47

Sign ups for youth t-ball, baseball and softball will be held on Saturday, March 28 and Saturday, April 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Mtn. View Softball Fields. For questions call 417-247-0063.

Beginner's Line Dance Workout each Friday

A free beginner's line dance workout is offered each Friday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Summersville Senior Center. This is not a class but an hour of BASIC line dance exercise for those who need the motivation of music and friends. A $1.00 donation to the senior center is suggested to cover use of the facility.

Contact Kathie Cox 417-932-4866 for more information.

Looking Back Through the eyes of the Standard News

Racing To Read April 1

Standard News Archive - 1979 - Pictured at left is the city's work of burying overhead utilities at the new pool location. Ground leveling has begun and the building is nearing completion.

Racing To Read at the Mtn. View Community Center hosted by the Mtn. View Public Library. The even will be held on Wednesday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon and 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Learn simple activities that you can do at home with your children. There will be learning packets, book giveaways, prizes and refreshments. This is a FREE event. Early literacy is what children know about reading and writing before they learn how to read and write. Reading, talking, singing and playing with children from birch making learning to read easier! There are two sessions to accomodate busy schedules. Any questions please call Melissa Colwill at the Mtn. View Public Library at 417-934-6154.

St. Louis Irish Arts to perform March 29 in West Plains Performers from the St. Louis Irish Arts will present a program of Irish music and dance at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 29, at the West Plains Civic Center theater. Tickets for the performance, which Standard News Archive - 1979 - On the back is being sponsored by Missouri State University-West Plains’ of the picture at right reads, "We'll have the University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department, are $8 finest swimming pool anywhere soon. each and available at the civic center box office during regular box office hours, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays, or call 417-256-8087 to purchase by phone. Children age 13 and under and Missouri StateWest Plains students with their BearPass ID will be admitted free.

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

Birch Tree Little League sign-ups It is time for little league sign-ups! FREE hotdogs, chips, snow cones and sodas will be served on Thursday, April 2 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Birch Tree's ball field; Reaser field. All players and anyone wanting to coach or help coach needs to attend. If you are unable to attend please contact Patty Renegar at 417-2470495 or 573-325-4101; Tonya at Main Street Grocery (sign-up sheets will be there as well). It has been a struggle keeping the games going and keeping that Bulldog spirit alive. The members of The Birch Tree Park Board cannot stress enough the urgency as to the participation of folks helping out as coaches and parents letting your kids play ball.

Fundraiser for Birch Tree Fire Department April 11 Come ride with us on the 2nd Annual Birch Tree Fire Department Benefit Trail Ride on Saturday, April 11. Rain or shine! Meet at 9 a.m. at the Big Red Barn, South on 99 to CR 646. We will leave from the barn at 10 a.m. and ride cross country to Fisher Pond for lunch and more.

No alcohol please, bring your horse. If you don't want to ride meet at Fisher Pond at noon for a lunch of chili and other things. The ride and eat are by donation. All proceeds will go to the Birch Tree Fire Department to help with operating costs.

For more information contact Richard Murphy at 417-2476994, Stanley Murphy at 417-247-2287 or Samuel Murphy at 417-252-4117.

Easter Egg Hunt April 2 A community Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Thursday, April 2 at 2 p.m. at the Birch Tree Elementary. Age groups from 0-4th grade will be able to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt. Fifth grade students will have an egg toss contest.

The event is sponsored by the Birch Tree Place. Everyone is welcome to attend.

The Battle coming to the Mtn. View Christian Church Mountain View Christian Church invites you to a 90-minute drama production that will shake your soul. It’s called THE BATTLE and it’s coming your way Saturday, Sunday, and Monday - April 18, 19, and 20. Each night begins at 7:00pm.

Using special effects, video, music, and over 50 cast and crew members, THE BATTLE presents scenes of life and death, heaven and hell, and the message of Jesus Christ. Admission is free. To reserve seats for your group, call 417-934-6843 or register online at www.ijesus.me

Mark your calendars

at 5:45 p.m., dinner served at 6 p.m.

6:30 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous, 6:30 p.m. at Mothers Against Methamphetamine (MAM) 503 E. Main Street Willow Wednesday, March 25th Springs. For information 7:00 a.m. call 417-469-0018 Coffee & Billards at the or 417-855-9113.

Mtn. View Senior Center 8:00 p.m.

9:15 a.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous and Exercise at the Alanon meetings 8:00 p.m.

Mtn. View Healthcare at Sacred Heart Church in 10:00 a.m.

Willow Springs. Call - Story Time at the 417-469-5550 for information Mtn. View Public Library. All Thursday, March 26th ages are welcome. Snacks, 4:00 p.m. crafts and a lot of fun.

LHS Boys Golf Meet at Mtn. - Swedish Weaving at the View Municipal Golf Course Mtn. View Senior Center 4:30 p.m.

11:00 a.m.

LHS JV/Varsity Baseball Puzzles at the at Winona Mtn. View Senior Center 6:00 p.m.

11:30 a.m.

OMC will host a Heart Blood Pressure Checks at Healthy Dinner in the the Mtn. View Senior Center Willard Hunter Classroom.

12:00 p.m.

Healthcare will be the topic Willow Springs Rotary Club of the program for this free at Open Range. Contact dinner. For details or to Teresa Waggoner at RSVP call 417-257-6793.

417-252-0316 for info Friday, March 27th 12:30 p.m.

ATTENTION Shuffleboard Games at No school for the Mtn. ViewMtn. View Senior Center Birch Tree School District for 2:00 p.m.

PDC Teacher In-Service Bingo at the 7:00 a.m.

Mtn. View Healthcare Coffee & Billiards at the 5:00 p.m.

Mtn. View Senior Center Yoga Class at the Learning 11:00 a.m.

Station in the Ferguson Puzzles at the Building, 5:00 p.m. to Mtn. View Senior Center 6:30 p.m. Call 417-469-0209 12:30 p.m. for information.

- Shuffleboard Games at 5:30 p.m.

Mtn. View Senior Center First Baptist Church 5:00 p.m.

AWANAs. Meal served at LHS JV/Varsity Girls 5:30 p.m. church starts at Soccer vs. St. James 6 p.m. Tonight's theme: 6:00 p.m.

"Bring Plastic Easter Eggs" Skating & Open gym at the 5:45 p.m.

Mtn. View Family Youth Mtn. View Christian Church Center until 10:00 p.m.

TEAM 412 (Preschool thru For more information call 6th Grade) and The Journey 417-934-5437. $3 Youth Group (Jr. High & High admission per child School). Doors open Saturday, March 28th TBA LHS JV/Varsity Girls (Help for friends Soccer to compete in the Greenwood Classic & families of alcoholics) 6:00 p.m.

Monday - 7:00 p.m.

The Child Advocacy Center Mtn. View South Central Glowbug Kids Presbyterian Church Run for ages 8 and under 205 E. 2nd Street and Glow Big 5K, 1 mile run 417-247-7146 at 6:30 p.m. will be held at or 1610 Old Airport Road to 417-247-0566 benefit the center. Register

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8:00 p.m.

Willow Springs Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon meetings at the Sacred Heart Church. Call 417-469-5550 for more info Sunday, March 29th 2:00 p.m.

MSU-WP presents St. Louis Irish Arts at the West Plains Civic Center for an afternoon of the music, songs and dances of Ireland. Admission is $8; free for those 13 years and under or with a valid BearPass ID. Call University/ Community Programs at 417-255-7966 for details.

8:00 p.m.

Willow Springs Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon meetings at the Sacred Heart Church. Call 417-469-5550 for more info Monday, March 30th 7:00 a.m.

Coffee & Billards at the Mtn. View Senior Center 9:00 a.m.

- Zumba at the Mtn. View Senior Center - Aerobics at the Mtn. View Senior Center 10:00 a.m.

Swedish Weaving Class at the Mtn. View Senior Center 12:30 p.m.

Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. View Senior Center 5:30 p.m.

- Kindergarten-1st Grade Girl Scouts to meet at Hut, 409 N. Pine Street in Mountain View. For more information call Joyce Dixon at 417-934-2394.

- Yoga Classes at the Mtn. View United Methodist Church. Call 417-247-7153 for more information.

- Zumba at the Mtn. View Community Center, instructed by Mary Zitter-Newman

7:00 p.m.

Mountain View Al-Anon will meet Mondays at 7:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 205 East 2nd Street in Mtn. View.

For more information call 417-934-2682.

Tuesday, March 31st 7:00 a.m.

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

Arthritis Exercises at the Mtn. View Senior Center 12:00 p.m.

Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce. Call 417-469-5519 or 417-252-0918 for info 12:30 p.m.

- Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. View Senior Center - Hand to Foot Card Game at the Mtn. View Senior Center 4:00 p.m.

- LHS Boys & Girls Tennis Match at West Plains - LHS Boys & Girls Track Meet at West Plains - LHS Boys Golf at Thayer 4:30 p.m.

- LHS JV/Varsity Girls Soccer at Republic - LHS JV/Varsity Baseball vs. Van Buren.

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

For more information call 417-934-5437.

5:30 p.m.

2nd thru 3rd Grade Girl Scouts to meet at Hut, 409 N. Pine Street in Mtn. View.

For more information call Joyce Dixon at 417-934-2394.

6:30 p.m.

Country Dance at the Mtn. View Community Center 8:00 p.m.

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

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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

SBTDC to sponsor financial statements workshop The Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC), hosted by Missouri State UniversityWest Plains, will sponsor the workshop “Analyzing and Managing Your Cash Flow” from 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, in the Redbud Room

at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 Saint Louis St. The three-hour workshop is the second of a threepart financial management series.

Although not required, attendance at all three sessions is encouraged, according to SBTDC

Summersville Library's Summer Reading Program will begin the end of June and run through the month of July.

Mark your calendar, and let us know if you have a special talent to share or would like to help at the activities. More information will be provided as we draw nearer to the date.

Two free computer classes at Summersville Branch Library, taught by Friends of the Library member Bea Hall, are being held weekly. The beginners’ class meets on Saturdays at 10 a.m., and the advanced class meets on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. Both classes are presently full.

New books to our fiction shelves this week include Fair Game, Christian fiction by Elizabeth White; One Wish by Robyn Carr; and Lad A Dog: A Classic Story of a Courageous Collie, juvenile by Albert Payson Terhune.

New non-fiction includes Angels Along the Way: My Life with Help from Above by Della Reese; Father Goose: One man, A Gaggle of Geese, and Their Real Life Incredible Journey South by William Lishman; The Shape of Living: Spiritual Directions for Everyday Life, large print by David F. Ford; Take Me Home, autobiography by John Denver; The Mafia Encyclopedia: From Accardo to Zwillman by Carl Sifakis; Teasury of Memory-Making Indian Campfires by Allan MacFarlan; and The Native Americans: An Illustrated History.

Summersville Friends of the Library meet at the library the 2nd Monday of each month @ 5:00 p.m. The next meeting will be held on April 13th. New members are invited to join the group in supporting and participating in the continuing growth of the Summersville Branch Library.

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

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

Anyone wishing to use a computer at the library will need to have a valid Texas County Library card. The cards are FREE, but we will need to see a picture I.D. and a separate proof of current address at the time of application. Children under the age of 18 years must have a Texas County Library card and parent or guardian permission to use the Internet on one of our computers.

Remember to save your Best Choice brand barcodes for the library and Box Tops For Education for our grade school.

Texas County Library receives 3 cents for each Best Choice barcode! Thanks, West Plains, Birch Tree, and Mountain View friends, for sending yours to us.

Summersville Library is a branch of Texas County Library and located at 480 First Street, on the south side of the square, next door to Open Door in Summersville. Business hours are 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m. - 1 p.m Saturday. Check out our webpage at texascountylibrary.lib. mo.us or contact the library: 417-932-5261 or toll-free 888609-4491, or e-mail us: svlib@texascountylibrary.lib.mo.us, or fax: 417-932-5262.

Landmark Bank promotes local banker Landmark Bank employee Melody Francis has been promoted to the position of officer and banking services manager by her colleagues at the Landmark Bank of Mountain View.

Francis, who has been with the Bank since August 2005, has learned the ropes by working as a loan assistant, lender and personal banker II before being rewarded with this promotion.

A Mountain View resident

for the past 24 years, she says she truly enjoys her work, and looks forward to seeing her customers on a daily basis.

Landmark Bank, celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2015, is a community bank with $2.1 billion in assets and 42 locations in 28 communities across Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. For more, visit www.landmarkbank.com or call (800) 618-5503.

Coordinator Bronwen Madden. The cost is $99 for each individual workshop or $285 for the full series. To register, visit http://sbtdc. eventbrite.com.

“Analyzing and Managing Your Cash Flow” will teach participants the fundamentals of cash flow, where it is used in day-today operations and how to identify and correct cash flow problems, including practical application of how to follow cash flow as it travels through our company, Madden said.

In addition, participants will learn how to develop cashflow strategies and become familiar with sources and use of cash, cash-flow ratios and common “gobblers” of cash in a business, she added.

The SBTDC provides assistance to individuals who want to start or run their own small businesses. SBTDC

staff work with Missouri entrepreneurs and small businesses that are for-profit (not a non-profit charitable or educational organization).

Whether you are currently in business or thinking about starting a business, the SBTDC can assist you in your venture.

The West Plains SBTDC serves entrepreneurs in seven counties across the region: Douglas, Howell, Oregon, Ozark, Shannon, Texas and Wright. Since it is funded in part through the Small Business Administration, virtually all of the services are free.

For more information about this workshop or any other programs or services offered by SBTDC, contact coordinator Bronwen Madden at 417-255-7966 or WPSBDC@MissouriState. edu.

Route 19 in Shannon County CLOSED INTERMITTENTLY for blasting operation Route 19 in Shannon County will be CLOSED INTERMITTENTLY for blasting operations.

This section of roadway is located between County Road 324 and County Road 252.

Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

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

For more information, please call Resident Engineer Tammy Hefner (573) 431-4933, the Missouri Department of Transportation's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASKMODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.

EPA Puts Cookouts in its Crosshairs

In Missouri, we take our barbecue very seriously. So, when I heard about a new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-funded study scrutinizing backyard grill emissions, I was floored. First the EPA put our family farms in its crosshairs, and then it took aim at wood-burning stoves.

Now, the EPA is going after backyard barbecues. This is yet another example of how diligently we must work to prevent government encroachment on our freedoms; some are referring to this fight as the “Pork Steak Rebellion.” It is just one more reason why I am working to rein in the EPA and limit their funding.

We need to keep inspectors working on major environmental issues instead of making surprise visits to law-abiding citizens and creating flawed regulations. Last year, I voted to cut funding from the EPA by $60 million and eliminate more than 2,000 positions so that we can keep inspectors from meddling in our lives and developing more outrageous rules. Additionally, I sent a letter to the Appropriations Committee earlier this week and urged them to block funding for one of the EPA’s most devastating proposed regulations that would impose intrusive and ineffective rules on every body of water in America.

This regulation, called the Waters of the U.S., would be particularly harmful for rural communities.

I will also be pushing the Appropriations Committee to bar any money for implementation or enforcement of the EPA’s extreme new regulations on wood-burning stoves.

In our district, about 30,000 households use wood heat to warm their homes. The EPA’s new regulation on emissions would make future wood-burning stoves more expensive to manufacture and purchase. I commend my colleagues in the state House for introducing legislation to block the wood stove rule in Missouri, as I work to block funding for the rule in Washington, D.C. Thomas Jefferson said, “When the government fears the people there is liberty; when the people fear the government there is tyranny.” The EPA’s overregulation is nothing short of a war on rural America, and I’m fighting every day to ensure our rural way of life is protected.

Prequalification April 1 for next Ozarks Food Harvest delivery The next prequalification for the Ozarks Food Harvest Mobile Food Pantry will be from 4 to 5:45 p.m.

Wednesday, April 1, at the West Plains Public Library Community Room, 750 W. Broadway.

April’s mobile food pantry is being sponsored by the Lelia Heuer Foundation.

Those eligible to apply for this assistance include area families with children ages birth through 18 who live within Howell County. This includes the communities of West Plains, Willow Springs and Mountain View.

Previously, the criteria only included families who lived within the boundaries of the West Plains R-7 School District or surrounding rural

school districts.

Students enrolled at Missouri State UniversityWest Plains and the South Central Career Center also are eligible, organizers said, provided they meet income guidelines. Missouri State students must present their student identification cards in person, as well as a current class schedule; they may not send them with a family member.

Families will receive only one voucher per family.

Those who apply should bring the following documentation to the prequalification: A photo ID, proof of income, proof of Howell County residency, names and ages of children, and a telephone number.

MSHP: Troop G releases Ozark Co. saturation results Captain Mark G. Inman, commanding officer of Troop G, releases the following information: A total of 13 citations and 36 warnings were issued in conjunction with a DWI saturation conducted in Ozark County on March 13, 2015. The designated highways for this saturation were U.S. Highway 160 and Missouri Highway 5. Totals from this saturation include: 1 - speed citation; 8 seat belt citations; 2 - nonmoving violation citations; 2 - uninsured motorist citations Captain Inman says, "DWI saturations are one tool the Missouri State Highway Patrol uses in order to make our roadways a safer place for Missouri's motorists.

Please be careful when behind the wheel and never

drink and drive."

In support of "The Drive To ZERO Highway Deaths," the Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint.

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

Proof of Howell County residency does not apply to Missouri State-West Plains or South Central Career Center students, organizers said.

Volunteers will verify documentation of those seeking assistance at the prequalification and give vouchers for the date of the truck delivery. Only people receiving vouchers will receive food from the truck during the April delivery, organizers stressed, adding vouchers must be received every month for truck delivery.

The Ozarks Food Harvest Mobile Food Pantry provides food and grocery products for up to 250 qualifying families each month. The first delivery arrived April 13, 2010. The next prequalification date is May 6, 2015.

Organizers said it is hoped community agencies and groups will sponsor successive months for $1,000 per month.

In addition to this month’s sponsor, the following community organizations, businesses and individuals have sponsored previous months or are planning to sponsor future months: Salvation Army, Colton Johnson, Victory Family Worship Center, Grace Community Church, Burton Creek Medical Clinic, Christos House, Sunrise Rotary, Noon Rotary, First

Church of God, Kiwanis Club, First Christian Church, the Girl Scouts, West Plains Ba Hai group, Dale and Jan Rickert, West Vue Nursing Home, West Plains Electric Supply, Word of Life Ministry, United Freewill Baptist Church, All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Renee Cawvey, Willow Springs General Baptist Church, Rick and Sherri Jolliff, West Plains Daily Quill employees, Bill and Pam Hutchings, Unitarian Universalist Church of West Plains, Bethel Baptist Church, Reba Barnhart, Hazel Evins, Stewart-Morrison Redi-Mix, Greater Ozarks Marine Corps League, Young Adults Over 50 Class at Bethel Baptist Church, First Presbyterian Church, Jerome Quinn and Elizabeth Grisham.

The mobile pantry is designed not to duplicate, but instead supplement services already being provided by area food banks, organizers said, adding volunteers are needed for prequalification dates, as well as distribution dates.

For more information about the Ozarks Food Harvest Mobile Food Pantry project, or if you are interested in volunteering or donating, go to http://wp.missouristate. edu/Development/ ozarkfoodharvest.htm or contact officials at the American Red Cross, 417257-0018.

OzSBI: Pitch your business idea for a chance to win cash prizes May 5 Innovators and entrepreneurs in the Ozarks will have a unique opportunity to pitch their business idea or invention to a panel of judges for a chance to win a cash prize.

The Ozarks Small Business Incubator (OzSBI) will host a Business Pitch Competition on May 5, as part of its small business week activities.

The competition is modeled after Shark Tank. “Many people are familiar with the television show Shark Tank, where entrepreneurs pitch their business to a group of investors. OzSBI will be hosting a kinder, gentler Shark Tank, where entrepreneurs have the chance to earn a cash prize without giving up equity in their business,” said Heather Fisher, Executive Director of OzSBI. At OzSBI’s Pitch Competition entrepreneurs will have 8 minutes to

pitch their business to a panel of amazing judges.

What is a pitch? It is a brief overview of an idea for a business opportunity.

It is part financials and technical expertise and part performance art. To be good, pitches must be interesting, entertaining and financially viable. The ultimate goal is to convince the judges that your business or invention has the most potential for success.

The winner will receive the top cash prize of $1,000, office space in the incubator for one year (a value of over $5,000), and ongoing business mentoring and assistance.

Fisher commented, “All participants will benefit from competing.

You will receive exposure that will allow you to gain new customers, partners, and potentially investors.”

All pitch competitors will receive a cash prize.

The deadline for entering Pitch Competition is April 3rd. To enter individuals must complete an online application at http://www.ozsbi.com/ node/450 The top three applicants will be selected from all submissions. OzSBI’s mentors will assist the finalist in perfecting their pitch in preparation for the competition on May 5, 2015.

To learn more about the pitch process and to see a sample pitch, visit OzSBI’ website at www.ozsbi.com The Pitch Competition is part of EPIC 15, “Entrepreneur Potential and Innovation Collaboration 2015”. EPIC 15 is OzSBI’s national small business week celebration. The half day event on May 5 will include seminars with successful entrepreneurs, the pitch competition and an after party. Stay tuned to OzSBI. com for more information about our biggest event of the year or call Heather Fisher at 417-2569724.

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

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Death Notices Jesse B. Robertson, Jr. Jesse B. Robertson, beloved husband of Opal Robertson, departed this earthly life on Friday,

January 30, 2015, at Glenwood Healthcare Center in Seymour, Missouri. He was ninety years, seven months and thirteen days of age.

One of four children, he was born Jesse Burt

Robertson, Jr., on June 17, 1924, to Jesse Burt and Grace Marie (Richwine) Robertson, in Blackwell, Oklahoma.

Jesse married Opal Evelyn Ford on May 27, 1966, and they spent forty-eight wonderful years together.

Jesse and Opal later lived on a farm in Mountain View, Missouri, until 2010, when a tornado took their home and they came to reside in Seymour.

Jesse was a veteran who proudly served his country in the United States Navy serving in both World War II and the Korean War. He was an extremely intelligent man and spent most of his civilian life working in engineering and as a factory superintendent. He loved books and reading and

Elmer Dwayne Young was continually educating himself on new subjects.

He was also a man of many accomplishments, including earning his pilot’s license in the early 1960s and then flying countless miles in his Stinson.

He leaves behind his wife, Opal, of the home; his brother, Robert E. Robertson, of Columbia, South Carolina; sister, Anna Marie Roberts of Annapolis, Maryland; and sister, Margaret Love and her husband, Robert E. Love, of Pensacola, Florida; also several nephews and nieces, grand-nephews and nieces and several cousins.

A memorial service honoring Mr. Robertson will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. at the Nazarene Church in Seymour.

Elmer Dwayne Young the son of Fred Elmer Young and Mabel Mae (Williams) Young was born December

30, 1940 in Summersville, Missouri and passed away at the Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston, Missouri on Saturday, March 14, 2015 making his age 74 years 2 months and 14 days.

Wayne was united in marriage to Leona May

(Nault) Young. They were blessed with 1 daughter Robin Leona (Young) Haynes. Wayne brought 3 other boys to the marriage Carl, David and James Pepper.

Wayne worked for many years in the auto industry mostly in car sales. After he retired he still loved to find cars and clean them up to sell.

Wayne is preceded in death by his wife Leona May, father and mother, Fred and Mabel Young, 2 brothers, William Leroy, Fred Allen and 1 sister Grace Riegle.

He is survived by his daughter, Robin Haynes and her husband Dan Haynes, and grandchildren Nick and Lilly Haynes, all of Fenton, Missouri, 3 other grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren, 3 sons, Carl,

David, and James Pepper all of Illinois, sisters, Eunice Young of Houston, Missouri, Ruby Diesel of Springfield, Missouri, Ruth Bell of Summersville, Missouri and Shirley Ireland of St. Charles, Missouri; 2 brothers, Melvin Laverne and wife Linda of Summersville, Missouri, Larry Young and wife Yvonne of Bull Shoals, Arkansas; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville with Rev. Steve Steelman officiating. Interment will be in Summersville City Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.

Online condolences maybe left at bradfordfuneralhome. net

drama designed to “shake your soul” is coming April 18, 19, and 20 at Mtn. View Christian Church. It’s called “The Battle,” and it’s not your typical church play. Not even close.

Written and produced by the church itself, The Battle depicts intense scenes of life and death, as well as heaven and hell through the use of special effects, video, music, and even small pyrotechnics licensed for indoor use.

Along with over 50 members of cast and crew, it all comes together in an effort to present a message of salvation and hope through Jesus.

That may sound positive, but the drama travels through some disturbing images to get there, all of which come from the evening news – the darkest corners of that news. Actors and actresses portray scenes that come straight from the headlines of kidnappings, murders, and

church so the story doesn’t end on earth. It ends in either heaven or hell.

After each scene people come face to face with judgment, standing before the Book of Life, an image that comes from several places in the Bible including both the Old and New Testaments, but especially Revelation. It’s a pull-nopunches look at life and death from a Christian perspective.

“The idea with The Battle is not only to create something that is an experience to attend, but to create something that makes us all think,” explained Brian Ingalls, senior minster at Mtn. View Christian Church who ironically plays Satan in the show, “A drama can’t answer every question or portray everything perfectly, but it can definitely help us think seriously about where we stand with God, and what we believe.”

On that score, The Battle

drama and video in a fashion that takes the audience on journey without a break for 90-minutes, The Battle takes direct aim at life’s toughest moments and questions, while presenting a message that Jesus is the ultimate answer. It ends not only with Jesus victory over Satan, but also with a more traditional altar call as a speaker asks the audience to take the message behind the drama to heart, and challenges people to make a decision to put their trust in Jesus.

The Battle begins on Saturday night April 18 at 7 p.m. at Mtn. View Christian Church. The show has repeat performances on Sunday and Monday nights, April 19 and 20. The doors open at 6 p.m. each night, although seats can be reserved for groups by calling Mountain View Christian Church at 417-934-6843 or reserving them online at www.ijesus. me

Missouri State-West Plains to participate 'The Battle' coming April 18, 19, 20 in annual public affairs conference A 90-minute, evangelistic tragic accidents, but this is a succeeds. Weaving music, Missouri State UniversityWest Plains will participate in Missouri State University’s 2015 Public Affairs Conference, “The Ethical Citizen: Can You Make a Difference?,” April 14-17 by offering area residents the opportunity to hear conference speakers via interactive television (ITV).

Local campus officials joined forces with conference organizers at the Springfield campus to make arrangements for area residents to see and hear several of the event’s addresses on the local campus, said Emily Gibson, coordinator of theater and events with Missouri State-West Plains’ University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department, which is hosting the event locally.

This year’s conference, the 11th hosted by the university, will focus on what it means to be an ethical citizen and explore the definition, practice and implications of ethical citizenship, according to information on the conference website, http://publicaffairs. missouristate.edu/conference/.

“The concepts and practices of ethics and ethical citizenship have been elusive and contested notions throughout documented human history. The mere mention of the word ‘ethical’ conjures a complicated web of questions and socio-cultural considerations.…While there are certainly no simple answers to these inquiries, the public affairs theme of The Ethical Citizen: Can You Make a Difference? will facilitate vital dialogue on these topics throughout the conference,” explained Dr. Kurt Heinlein, associate professor of theater and dance at Missouri State

Gospel Singing at Glorybound Community Church Glorybound Community Church will have a Gospel Singing on Saturday, March 28 at 6 p.m.

Come and bring a song.

Located in Hutton Valley at the Corner of County Road 2980 and County Road 1950.

Easter Egg Hunt March 28 Families with children are invited to an Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 28th, at the First Presbyterian Church, Mtn. View. The event will take place at 11:30 a.m. There will be games and snacks for all ages. At 12 noon an Easter Egg hunt will be held on the church's yard. Two age groups will search for candy-filled eggs: 5-8 years of age, and those 4 and younger. The church is located at 2nd and Ash Street in Mtn. View, across from the Mtn. View Lumber Co. Call 417-257 8349 for more information. Please join us for this fun annual event!

University in Springfield and this year’s provost fellow for public affairs.

The keynote and plenary addresses that will be provided via ITV to the West Plains campus include: • “Get In the Game” by Cal Ripken, Jr., former Major League Baseball player for the Baltimore Orioles and a Hall of Fame member, 8 p.m., Tuesday, April 14, Melton Hall Room 112.

• “The Global Freshwater Challenge: New Solutions for a Thirsty World” by Sandra Postel, founder of the Global Water Policy Project, from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, in Lybyer Technology Center Room 202.

• “How to Make a Difference in the Lives of Sex Trafficking Victims” by Toshia Shaw, founder of Purple W.I.N.G.S., a multicultural nonprofit organization whose acronym stands for Women Inspiring Noble Girls Successfully, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, in Lybyer Technology Center Room 202.

• “Education, Communication and Family Well-Being: Unlocking the Power of Genetic Information” by Dr. Sarah H. Elsea, associate professor of molecular and human genetics at Baylor College of Medicine, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m Thursday, April 16, in Lybyer Technology Center Room 202.

• “Ferguson and Beyond: Race Relations in Modern America” panel discussion moderated by Missouri State University System President Clif Smart, noon to 1:30 p.m., Friday, April 17, in Melton

Hall Room 112.

Immediately following this ITV presentation, several Missouri State-West Plains faculty and staff members will continue the discussion as part of an on-site panel discussion in Melton Hall Room 112. Participating panel members will include Dr. Rajiv Thakur, assistant professor of geosciences; Michelle Branton, director of developmental education; Connie Morgan, assistant professor of history; Sharon Bynum, lecturer of history; Dr. Joseph “Kip” Rugutt, associate professor of chemistry; and Thora Broyles, preparatory math specialist.

This continuation of the discussion will provide an opportunity for members of the West Plains campus and community to engage in a conversation about issues related to race relations, organizers said. This special panel discussion is being coordinated by Missouri State-West Plains faculty and officials with the University/ Community Programs (U/CP) Department.

All presentations are free and open to the public.

A number of other keynote sessions, panels and special events also are planned on the Springfield campus. Complete program information can be found online at http://publicaffairs. missouristate.edu/ conference/. All events are free and open to the public.

For more information about the local presentations of plenary addresses, call the U/CP Department office at 417-255-7966.

Easter Services at United Methodist Easter is here and we would like to invite all who are looking for a church to come join us at Mtn. View United Methodist Church for Easter service on Sunday, April 5, at 11 a.m., where we will be celebrating our risen Lord Jesus Christ.

Childcare is provided for children ages 0-6 grade, by trained, background checked professionals.

We also provide a newly finished upstairs nursery. The nursery offers a full restroom within

it, crib, lots of toys and a live feed flat screen TV so that a moment of the service is not missed by parents or care takers. Following our Easter service we will be having a potluck dinner at 12 noon, finished off with an Easter egg hunt starting around 12:30 p.m. We are located at 609 E. 5th Street in Mtn. View. We look forward to celebrating with you! If you have any questions, please call 417934-5033, Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 12 noon.

Thank You The family of Mary Eva Gall would like to thank each and everyone who may have sent flowers, a card, money or even a I'm sorry to hear about your loss of your mother.

Thank you so much From the family of Mary Eva Gall

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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 Thursday, March 12, 2015 A male subject came into the sheriff’s office and reported a known female has failed to return their child after the court ordered visitation. This incident is still under investigation.

Friday, March 13, 2015 Captain Jared Peterman was dispatched to a residence on CR 7300 in Caulfield in reference to a domestic disturbance.

It was reported that a male subject caused self-inflicting injuries to himself by banging his head onto the counter prior to leaving the residence.

Saturday, March 14, 2015 A male subject made a report to the Howell County Sheriff’s Office of identity theft. He stated unknown subject(s) filed a tax return using his information.

Friday, March 20, 2015 Deputy Roam received from dispatch a report of a possible suicide or suicidal subject on CR 1120 in West Plains. The reporting party stated she had helped a male subject get his vehicle out of the ditch just down the road from her residence. They were attempting to get his truck backed onto the reporting party’s property. There was a verbal argument.

The suspect took off. The reporting party stated she thought he was at the back of the truck but she called out to him and he didn’t answer. Instead she heard a gunshot and when she called out to him he did not respond. The suspect was taken into custody and is pending formal charges.

Saturday, March 21, 2015 A male subject made a report to the Howell County Sheriff’s Office of identity theft. He stated unknown subject(s) filed a tax return using his information.

Sunday, March 22, 2015 Sgt. Thompson was checking on a suspicious vehicle at the 14 junction truck stop located within West Plains, Howell County, MO. When the driver of this vehicle was asked about the presence of illegal drugs the driver drove away.

Sgt. Thompson observed the driver commit traffic violations and attempted to stop the vehicle. The driver refused to stop and fled from sheriff’s deputies. Sgt. Thompson and Deputy Kassing pursued the suspect for several miles. The driver eventually surrendered. He was arrested and found to be in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. He is currently incarcerated in the Howell County Jail pending formal charges.

COMMITMENTS Wednesday, March 11, 2015 Michael Wayne Craig, 26 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 3-15-15 for time served.

Friday, March 13, 2015 Herschell James Payne, 34 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 3-15-15 per court order.

David Alan Bennett, 31 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 3-15-15 for time served.

Christy Lynn Richardson, 46 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 3-1515 for time served.

Saturday, March 14, 2015 George Rhody Campbell, 42 of Moody was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 3-16-15 for time served.

Monday, March 16, 2015 Gloria Kay Thompson, 52 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 3-18-15 for time served.

Cameron Seth Crockarell, 46 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was transferred to another facility on 3-17-15.

Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Jonathan Taylor Horton, 23 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Thursday, March 19, 2015 Christopher Gale Thompson, 39 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Friday, March 20, 2015 Christopher Wayne Deshazo, 40 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Gloria Kay Thompson, 52 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Thomas Calvin Jones, 47 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Saturday, March 21, 2015 Christy Lynn Richardson, 46 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

ARRESTS Monday, March 9, 2015 James Dale Campbell, 18 of West Plains was arrested for tampering-1st degree. He bonded out on 3-16-15 and is to appear in court on 3-30-15.

Tuesday, March 10, 2015 Kevin Dwayne Thomas, 18 of Thayer was arrested on a West Plains Warrant for 2 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear and a Howell County Warrant for possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana.

He bonded out on 3-16-15 and is to appear in court on 4-1715.

Thursday, March 12, 2015 Jacob Michael Hatcher, 31 of Cabool was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for 2 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. He was released on 3-20-15 for time served.

Friday, March 13, 2015 Martin Henry Romberg, 27 of Mtn. View was arrested on a Mtn. View Warrant for 3 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. He was transferred to the Mtn. View Police Department on 3-18-15.

Saturday, March 14, 2015 Michelle Lynn Cooper, 42 of Mtn. View was arrested on a Mtn. View Warrant for unlawful delivery of a controlled substance and endangering welfare of a child-1st degree. She bonded out on 3-15-15 and is to appear in court on 4-6-15.

The Standard News Sunday, March 15, 2015 Jay Dee Heisler, 57 of Bentonville, AR, was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for DWI. He is currently being held on a $25,000 bond.

Carl Douglas Moshier, 42 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. He bonded out on 3-16-15 and is to appear in court on 4-6-15.

Brenda Joyce Utley, 52 of West Plains was arrested for passing bad check. She bonded out on 3-15-15 and is to appear in court on 4-8-15.

Lindsey Anne Sykes, 33 of West Plains was arrested for 2 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. She is currently being held on a $248 bond.

Monday, March 16, 2015 Harley Danielle Kerley, 21 of West Plains was arrested for driving while revoked/suspended and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia. She was released on a summons on 3-16-15 and is to appear in court on 5-4-15.

Tanya Sue Erickson, 40 of Mtn. View was arrested for probation/parole violation. She was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections on 3-18-15.

Jonathan Ray Rosenbum, 30 of Mtn. View was arrested on a Willow Springs Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 3-16-15.

John Michael Hawkins, 49 of West Plains was arrested on an Ozark County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 3-17-15 and is to appear in court on 3-30-15.

Jason Eugene Thomas, 33 of West Plains was arrested on an Ozark County Warrant for 2 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. He is currently being held on $150 bond.

Nathanial Isacc Cash, 21 of Mtn. View was arrested for probation violation. He bonded out on 3-16-15 and is to appear in court on 4-6-15.

Shane Leslie Collins, 28 of Pomona was arrested for domestic assault-2nd degree; robbery-2nd degree and probation/parole violation. He was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections on 3-18-15.

Tuesday, March 17, 2015 Brandon Ty Bingham, 31 of West Plains was arrested for probation/parole violation and a Howell County Warrant for being a fugitive from out of state. He is currently being held without bond.

Brittany Ann Burch, 28 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for being a fugitive from out of state and probation/parole violation. She is currently being held on a $60,000 bond.

Dacey J. Mitchell 24 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for distrib/del/manuf/prod/attempt controlled substance; 2 counts of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and 4 counts of endangering welfare of a child-1st degree. She bonded out on 3-17-15 and is to appear in court on 4-6-15.

Jarrod Tony Harris, 34 of West Plains was arrested on a Texas County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 3-17-15.

Shelly Lynn Lawing, 41 of Casberg, WY, was arrested for tampering with physical evidence. She bonded out on 3-17-15 and is to appear in court on 6-19-15.

Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Nova Ann Williams, 23 of West Plains was arrested for possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. She is currently being held without bond.

Jessica Lynn Shockey, 29 of Willow Springs was arrested for tampering-1st degree. She is currently being held without bond.

Dugan Chris Lewis, 27 of West Plains was arrested on a Texas County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He was transferred to Texas County on 3-19-15.

Larry Lynn Drake, 33 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 3-19-15 and is to appear in court on 3-30-15.

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 David C. Gean, 25 of Mtn. Grove was arrested on Sunday, March 15 at 12:33 a.m. in Wright Co. for a Wright Co. misdemeanor failure to appear warrant for resisting arrest and no seatbelt. Gean was taken to Wright County where he is being held on bond.

Amanda W. Hallmark, 25 of Ava was arrested on Sunday, March 15 at 1 a.m. in Douglas Co. for 3 Ava Police Department misdemeanor warrants. Hallmark was taken to the Ava Police Department where she is being held on bond.

Natasha R. Hoylman, 35 of Corning, AR, was arrested on Sunday, March 15 at 6:18 p.m. in Texas Co. for a misdemeanor Butler Co. warrant for a probation violation; no valid driver's license and no seatbelt. Hoylman was taken to the Texas County Jail where she is being held on bond.

Jonathan R. Rosembum, 30 of Mtn. View was arrested on Monday, March 16 at 7:58 p.m. in Howell Co. for a Willow Springs Police Department warrant for driving while suspended. Rosembum was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held on bond.

Jessica A. Cooper, 27 of Mtn. Grove was arrested on Wednesday, March 18 at 12:30 a.m. in Texas Co. for for a Mtn. Grove PD warrant for traffic violations; Belton PD warrants for traffic violations. Cooper was taken to the Mtn. Grove Police Department where she is being held on bond.

Dalton A. Farrell, 20 of Pomona was arrested on Wednesday, March 18 at 4:40 p.m. in Howell Co. for misdemeanor possession of marijuana; misdemeanor possession of synthetic cannabinoid and no seatbelt. Farrell was released on a summons.

Dakota L. Farrell, 21 of Pomona was arrested on Wednesday, March 18 at 4:40 p.m. in Howell Co. for misdemeanor possession of synthetic cannabinoid; misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia and no seatbelt. Farrell was released on a summons.

Sarah E. Walker, 27 of Seymour was arrested on Sunday, March 22 at 5:24 p.m. in Ozark County for felony probation & parole warrant parole absconder; felony Douglas County warrant possession of a weapon; misdemeanor Douglas County warrant for failure to appear; misdemeanor Webster County warrant for failure to appear; misdemeanor Webster County warrant for failure to appear. She was taken to the Douglas County Jail where she is being held without bond.

ACCIDENTS An accident occurred on Saturday, March 21 at 5:07 p.m. in Shannon County on CR 440 West of CR 443 in Winona. According to reports a 2000 Yamaha Beartracker operated by Abigail B. Hough, 17 of Winona was travelling Westbound when the driver lost control and was ejected.

Hough was taken to St. Francis Hospital by private vehicle with moderate injuries. The accident was investigated by Trooper C.L. Davis.

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Thursday, March 19, 2015 Shane Michael Polzin, 25 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for felony failure to appear. He is currently being held on a $2,500 bond.

Jennifer R. Chandler, 30 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. She bonded out on 3-19-15 and is to appear in court on 3-30-15.

Bryant Lee White, 24 of Cabool was arrested for failure to register motor vehicle/trailer annually. He bonded out on 3-19-15.

Friday, March 20, 2015 Christopher Ray Brown, 32 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for 2 counts of distrib/del/manuf/ prod/attempt a controlled substance; keeping or maintaining a public nuisance and endangering welfare of a child-1st degree. He bonded out on 3-21-15 and is to appear in court on 3-30-15.

Saturday, March 21, 2015 Berva Edward Davis, 22 of West Plains was arrested for a traffic offense. 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 Monday, March 16, 2015 Eric S. Walters, 38 of Birch Tree was issued a citation for speeding.

Vivian E. Ketron, 76 of Eminence was issued a citation for failure to show proof of insurance.

Leanze K. Bell, 20 of Summersville was issued a citation for failure to register a motor vehicle.

William R. Smith, 35 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for failure to register a motor vehicle.

Chelsea P. Brewer, 22 of Eminence was issued citations for failure to display license plates and failure to show proof of insurance.

Logan W. Lafevers, 16 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for speeding.

Teresa L. Brown, 47 of Mauldon was issued a citation for failure to display license plates.

Stacy Byler, 21 of Seymour was issued a citation for speeding.

David W. Clopton, 40 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for failure to wear seatbelt.

Tommy E. Lagrand, 53 of Winona was issued a citation for failure to display license plates.

Tuesday, March 17, 2015 Steven Mark Arnold, 54 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for failure to obey a traffic control device.

Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Ashley N. Dewitt, 20 of Hartshorn was issued a citation for failure to show proof of insurance.

Friday, March 20, 2015 Richard F. Austin, 53 of Mtn. View was issued citations for DWI-drugs-prior offender and knowingly driving while license is suspended/revoked.

INCIDENTS Monday, March 16-Monday, March 23 Officers received a call of a theft of gasoline from Signal Food Store.

Officers took a report of a possible sexual assault.

Officers were dispatched to Signal Food Store for a report of a theft in gasoline.

Noise complaint on East 5th Street.

Officers were dispatched to Daniel's Tire for an employee that was terminated that was refusing to leave. Upon arrival the ex-employee had already left. Information was gathered and officers made contact with said ex-employee and advised him not to go back and cause problems.

Officers were dispatched to the mobile home next to the lumber yard for an adult male assaulting a child. Upon arrival officers poke to the male suspect and he advised the young child was in the camper. Officers spoke to the child and mother and the child had no red marks or brusing on his back, legs or bottom. The child was running barefoot in mud close to some broken glass on the ground and was disciplined.

Officers were dispatched to a call of a walking domestic.

Upon arrival at a residence on Maple Street, the victim didn't have any marks or bruising on her and did not want to make any reports.

Multiple callers advised of shots fired on the East side of town. Determined that the cause of the noise was fireworks.

Caller advised that someone was shining a laser into her home. She became alarmed when she heard a loud boom.

911 advised that a possibly intoxicated man was walking up and down Wilford Street talking to himself. Caller stated that he had gotten into his vehicle and was about to leave the premises.

Caller advised of a suspicious vehicle driving by their residence headed toward Mtn. View.

Officers received a report of a subject possibly using a controlled subtance in a shed behind his residence on Maplewood Court.

MSHP: Troop G releases Texas Co. checkpoint totals

Captain Mark G. Inman, commanding officer of Troop G, releases the following information: A total of 18 citations and 14 warnings were issued in conjunction with a sobriety checkpoint conducted in Texas County on March 14, 2015. Also, there were two arrests for driving while intoxicated, one drug arrest and two arrests for criminal misdemeanors. The checkpoint was conducted at the intersection of Missouri Highway 17 and Airport Road in Houston, Missouri. Totals from this checkpoint include: 2 - DWI arrests; 10 - seat belt citations; 1 - child restraint citation; 1 - speed citation; 1 - driver’s license citation; 1 hazardous moving violation citation; 4 - uninsured motorists citations; 2 - misdemeanor criminal arrests; 1 - drug arrest Captain Inman says, “The motoring public has been very supportive of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s efforts to make our roads safer through the use of sobriety checkpoints.

Nobody wants to share the road with a drunk, drugged, or otherwise unsafe driver.”

In support of “The Drive To ZERO Highway Deaths,” the Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!

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37th Judicial Circuit Court Proceedings Howell, Shannon, Carter, Oregon County Filings - March 16 thru March 23 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 Fugitive From Out Of State (Felony): Brittany A. Bingham of West Plains; Brandon T. Bingham of West Plains; Dist/Del/Manf/Produce Or Attempt To Or Possess With Intent To Dist/Del/ Manf/Produce A Controlled Substance (Felony): John M. Hawkins of West Plains; Dacey J. Mitchell of West Plains; Stealing A Motor Vehicle (Felony): Carl D. Duncan of Antlers, OK; Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child (Felony): Carlton L. Wake of Willow Springs; Armed Criminal Action (Felony): Pamella D. Hill of Mtn. View; Assault-L/E, C/O, E/P, Highway Worker, Utility Worker Or P&PPurps/Rckls Plc Prsn In Apprehension Of Immed Sers Phy-2nd Degree (Felony): Pamella D. Hill of Mtn. View; Assault-1st Degree (Felony): Pamella D. Hill of Mtn. View; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Carl D. Moshier of West Plains; John M. Hawkins of West Plains; Dacey J. Mitchell of West Plains; Melissa D. Marsh of West Plains; Christopher G. Waldorf of West Plains; Jose G. Porras, Jr. of West Plains; Domestic Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): Carlton L. Wake of Willow Springs; Fraudulent Use Of Credit/ Debit Device-Value of $500 Or More (Felony): Tina Hollaman of West Plains; DWI-Alcohol-Chronic Offender (Felony): Jay D. Heisler of Willow Springs; Endangering Welfare Of Child-1st Degree (Felony): John M. Hawkins of West Plains; Dacey J. Mitchell of West Plains; Carlton L. Wake of Willow Springs; Passing Bad Check-$500 Or More-No Account/ Insufficient Funds (Felony): Shelbie D. Green of Willow Springs; Possession Of Up To 35 Grams Marijuana (Misdemeanor): Christopher James Beristain of West Plains; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Christopher James Beristain of West Plains; Brittany Michelle George of Pomona; Luke H. Neal of West Plains; George Clifton Webb of West Plains; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-2nd Or Subsequent Offense (Misdemeanor): Lucas E. Threlkeld of West Plains; Making False Report (Misdemeanor): Rusty Hurtt of Salem, AR; Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Shawna L. Burcham of West Plains; Melissa D. Marsh of West Plains; Luke H. Neal of West

Plains; Passing Bad Check-Less Than $500 (Misdemeanor): Chantelle Marie Allison of West Plains; Tosha R. Powell of Mtn. View; Fail To Signal/Gave Improper Signal When Stopping/Turning Left Or Right (Misdemeanor): Shawna L. Burcham of West Plains; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Shawna L. Burcham of West Plains; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Autumn Rayne Chamberlain of West Plains; Lucas E. Threlkeld of West Plains; Failed To Equip Vehicle With Muffler/Adequate Muffler/Properly Attached Muffler (Infraction): Jessica Tackitt of West Plains; Fail To Display Plates On Motor Vehicle/Trailer (Infraction): Lucas E. Threlkeld of West Plains; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH (Infraction): Dylan R. Cleaves of West Plains; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH (Misdemeanor): Autumn Rayne Chamberlain of West Plains; Dissolution With Children: Shannon Lynn Wade of Mtn. View vs. Seth Levi Wade of Mtn. View; Tiffany A. Dienst of West Plains vs.

Kenneth Lee Dienst of West Plains; Shannon Diane Smith of West Plains vs. Jared B. Smith of Houston; Jeffrey Eugene Taylor of Mtn. View vs. Jennifer M. Taylor of Mtn. View; Dissolution Without Children: Mark E. Hammond of West Plains vs. Gayla A. Hammond of West Plains; Flesha L. Wadkins of Mtn. View vs. William D. Wadkins of Bakersfield; Taylor Shawntea Alsup of Thayer vs. Justin D. Alsup of West Plains; Small Claims Over $100: Geoffrey A. Hughes of West Plains; Suit On Account: Discover Bank vs. Nicole M. Larimore of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs. April Britt of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs. Mikki Rich of Birch Tree; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs. Kerry M. Page of Pomona; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs. Austin Reihm of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs.

William and Jean C. Hazlip of Norwood; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs.

Kimberly K. Mathews of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs.

Rosemary Hutton of Thayer; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs. Rhonda S. Robinson of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs. Bobby D. Martin of Winona; Professional Credit Management Inc. vs. Paula and Paul Roberts of West Plains; Discover Bank vs.

George A. Guthrie III of West Plains; Capital One Bank vs.

John R. Flanagan; Breach of Contract: Cavalry SPV I LLC vs.

Jennifer L. Haines of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center vs. Brian Johns of West Plains and Pamela Johns of Mtn. View.

SHANNON COUNTY Domestic Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): Robert G. Hardwick of Winona; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): April Dawn Murphy of Winona; Jeremy David Wolford of Birch Tree; Danielle C. Stark of Birch Tree; Endangering Welfare Of Child-1st Degree (Felony): Latoshia M. Drexler of Birch Tree; Arson-2nd Degree (Felony): Billy R. Dixon of Birch Tree; Possession Of Up To 35 Grams Marijuana (Misdemeanor): Daniel Brandon Dooley of Winona; Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Daniel Brandon Dooley of Winona; Minor Visibly Intoxicated/ Blood Alochol Content More Than .02%-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Blaine Lawson of Mtn. View; Pursuing/Taking/Killed/ Possessed Or Disposed Of Wildlife Illegally (Misdemeanor): Alex J.

Boyer of Birch Tree; Michael E. Boyer of Birch Tree; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Victoria L. Fears of Winona; Jimmy D. Pruitt of Birch Tree; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Blaine Lawson of Mtn. View; Channdra L. Schofield of Mtn. View; Alexandra Bernice Grant of Birch Tree; Justin David Martin of Birch Tree; Fail To Properly Affix/ Fasten To Or Maintain Motor Vehicle/Trailer Plates (Infraction): John W. Underwood of Winona; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH (Infraction): Douglas T. Feller of Peach Tree, GA; Dissolution Without Children: Jenene F. Sisco of Winona vs. Hubert R. Sisco of Birch Tree; Breach of Contract: Marvin Vernon Francis of Winona vs.

Marc Hayes and Julie Hayes of Pleasant Hill; Suit On Account: Capital One Bank NA vs. Tonya Counts of Eminence.

CARTER COUNTY Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana

Handy Aids For Achy Hands Dear Savvy Senior, What products can you recommend for seniors with hand arthritis? I really struggle with anything that requires gripping and turning, which makes most activities difficult.

Gripless Joan Dear Joan, There are literally hundreds of different arthritis aids and other products on the market today that can help people with arthritic hands and carpal tunnel syndrome.

To find out which devices can best benefit you, a good place to start is to ask your doctor for a referral to an occupational therapist, who can test the strength and functionality of your hands and recommend appropriate aids. With that said, here’s a rundown of some helpful products for different needs.

Kitchen aids: Activities like gripping cooking utensils, cutting and chopping, opening jars and cans, and moving around heavy pots and pans can make preparing a meal much more difficult when you have hand arthritis.

Some products that can help are Oxo Good Grips, which makes dozens of soft, large-handle cooking, baking and cleaning utensils that are easier to grip. And for cutting and chopping the Dexter DuoGlide and Ergo Chef knives are excellent ergonomically designed options.

For opening jars, the wall-mounted or under-counter mounted Zim Jar Opener is a top manual opener. It has a V-shaped grip that holds the lid as you twist the jar with both hands. Some other good options are the Hamilton Beach Open Ease Automatic Jar Opener, and a nifty tool called the JarPop that pops the seal on jars so lids can be removed easier.

For opening cans, an electric can opener is the best option.

West Bend and Hamilton Beach make some of the best.

And if you’re interested in arthritis-friendly pots and pans, look for lightweight cookware that has two handles. These are much easier to lift and move around.

Household helpers: Turning doorknobs, key locks, twisthandles on kitchen or bathroom faucets, and twist-on lamp switches can also be difficult. To help, there are doorknob lever adapters, key turners, lamp switch enlargers, and lever handles for faucets that provide leverage for easier turning.

Personal care: Squeezing a shampoo bottle or a tube of toothpaste, or gripping a bar of soap, a toothbrush handle or even a piece of dental floss can make grooming a challenge.

Solutions include a wall-mounted soap, shampoo and toothpaste dispenser, which provides easy access to suds. And for brushing and flossing, there are wide-handled, electric toothbrushes and flossers that vibrate or spin to do the cleaning for you.

Easier dressing: Fastening buttons, pulling zippers and tying shoelaces can also present problems. To help with these chores there are buttonhooks and zipper pulls, and elastic shoelaces, which transform lace-ups into slip-ons.

Reading, writing and computing: Holding and turning the pages of a book, hand writing and using a computer mouse can also stress arthritic hands.

For readers, an eReader like a Kindle or Nook is recommended because they’re lightweight and easier to hold than regular books. For writing, there’s the soft rubber Pencil Grip that fits on pencils and pens, and ergonomic-shaped pens like the Pen Again that reduce hand fatigue. And for easier computing, the 3M Ergonomic Mouse and Contour Roller Mouse can eliminate hand and wrist stress.

Hobby helpers: There are dozens of arthritis aids for hobbies too. For example, there are automatic card shufflers and cardholders for card players. If you like to paint, knit or crochet, there are ergonomic paintbrushes, and oversized knitting needles and crochet hooks that are easier to hold. And for sewing, quilting or crafting, there are tools like Fiskars self-opening Easy Action Scissors that spring open for easier cutting.

For a rundown of additional products and where you can purchase them, visit my online article at AchyHandAids.org.

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

(Felony): Tina M. Duncan of Ellington; Non-Support (Misdemeanor): Kevin H. Wallace of Williamsville; Miscellaneous ATV Violation: Lindin Townsend of Grandin; Operate ATV Without Proper Bicycle Safety Flag: Lindin Townsend of Grandin; Operate Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility: Jimmy L. Atchley of Grandin; Driver Of Motor Vehicle Failed To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt: Vanessa Rose Null of Poplar Bluff; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 1-5 MPH Over: Black Chastain Derrick of Springfield; Craig William Lindsley of Brentwood, TN; Robert James Fenton of Republic; Donald A. Beisswenger of Murfreesboro, TN; Rex A. Hopkins of Poplar Bluff; Judy F. Counts of Salem; Amy R. Donaghue of Warsaw; Joseph E. Richardson of Houston; Richard D. French of Kenten, TN; Ryan L. Wideman of Perryville; Charles E. Wilson of Oak Ridge; Susan D. Jespersen of Cape Girardeau; Richard E. Comins of Webster, NY; Kelly J. Gall of St. Louis; Katelyn B. Moore of Poplar Bluff; Vanessa S. North of Excelsior Springs; Candice N. Magouirk of Campbell; Glen J. Landbery of Post Falls, ID; James W. Joransen of Commerce, GA; Brandon W. Barnes of Dexter; Terry W. Wilson of Linn; Tanner W. Smith of Poplar Bluff; Jeffrey R. Gargac of St. Louis; Robert R. Brown of Jackson; Ron M. Johnson of Cape Girardeau; Benjamin S. Bay of Jackson, TN; Grotchen L. Dirnberger of Scott City; Quincy D. Jones of Poplar Bluff; Kimberly S. Strain of Poplar Bluff; Teresa Rena Cunningham of Campbell; Sarah A. Drees of Springfield; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 6-10 MPH Over: Rachel E. Hearnes of Charleston; Zachariah Meyer Blok of Foristell; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 11-15 MPH Over: Brittney Rose Henson of Springfield; Shawn E. Kelley of Hutchinson, KS; Stephen B. Ryan of Springfield; Barbara L. Eby of Doniphan; Barks Ina Barks of Poplar Bluff; Trevor Bradley Asher of Poplar Bluff; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 16-19 MPH Over: Liu Weideng of Springfield; Relda S. Carrol of Essex; Veronica G. Aravjo of Webster, TX; Marilyn L. Smith of Doniphan; Franciso J. Garcia of Doniphan; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit 20-25 MPH Over: Ronald A. Giancarlo of Olathe,

Buck side behind the ribcage area but was intact other than the head having been removed and the internal organs partially missing due to scavengers.

Wilson and co-owner Danny Carr both stated that the buck was inside of a smaller feeding pen until September 24, 2014 at which point it was released into the 360-acre preserve surrounded by an 8-foot tall high fence of woven wire fencing. The fence had been inspected by the MDC before deer could be placed inside it.

Wilson stated that he patrols the fence line daily and except for a pine tree falling on the fence earlier in the year which only sagged the top of the fence a foot, there have been no defects in the fencing.

Samples of tissue and blood were collected from the deer carcass as evidence.

MDC agents collected the deer head and antlers from Hughes Taxidermy in West Plains where the deer head was brought in for mounting

by Neal. The deer head had holes or cuts in both ears where identification tags had been removed. A witness stated that Neal told them he cut the tags out and threw them back onto Wilson's property in case the tags were a tracking device.

The tissue an blood samples were submited to a wildlife laboratory in Oklahoma, DNA

KS; Dissolution With Children: Daphne Michelle Cochran of Ellsinore vs. Thomas Franklin Cochran of Ellsinore; Small Claims Over $100: Lauren E. Nowell of Van Buren vs. Judy Defendall of Van Buren; Suit On Account: St. Francis Medical Center vs. Kelly J. Saffle of Ellsinore and Michael D. Saffle of Ellsinore; LVNV Funding LLC vs. Saydie King of Doniphan; Promissory Note: Ally Financial Inc. vs. Justin D. Eudaley of Ellsinore and Melissa R. Eudaley of Ellsinore.

OREGON COUNTY Domestic Assault-1st Degree (Felony): Gregory J. Rackley of Myrtle; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Michael S. Jameson of Ellsinore; DWI-Alcohol-Aggravated Offender (Felony): Kenneth Floyd Myers of Alton; Endangering The Welfare Of A Child-2nd Degree (Misdemeanor): Gregory J. Rackley of Myrtle; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Samuel Lee Simmons of Alton; Failure To Register Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): Samuel Lee Simmons of Alton; Operate A Motor Vehicle In A Careless And Imprudent Manner, Involving An Accident (Misdemeanor): Kord Glenn of Willow Springs; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-2nd Or Subsequent Offense (Misdemeanor): Kenneth Floyd Myers of Alton; Samuel Lee Simmons of Alton; Fail To Drive On Right Half Of Roadway When Roadway Was Of Sufficient Width (Misdemeanor): Kenneth Floyd Myers of Alton; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Samuel Lee Simmons of Alton; Operated Motor Vehicle Which Emitted Excessive And Unnecessary Noise (Infraction): Samuel Lee Simmons of Alton; Dissolution Without Children: Dayna Marie Schaffer of Thayer vs. Robert David Schaffer of Little Rock, AR; Breach of Contract: Hirsch Feed & Farm Supply vs. Robert C. Keehner of Norwood and Angie C. Keehner of Norwood.

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Solutions, which confirmed the tissue and blood samples taken from the deer carcass on Wilson's property and the deer head and antlers seized from Hughs Taxidermy in West Plains are a positive match.

MDC agents attempted to interview Neal who had previously told agents he had taken the 22-point buck but he declined any further interview.

The MDC states that any Whitetail Deer bought by and maintained by a private game hunting preserve is considered to them to be the same as a domestic animal so the deer in question is the property of Vincent Wilson and Rack Attack Outfitters. According to Wilson this deer was purchased as a group of deer and he paid $2,000 for the deer. He stated he has feed and vet bills involved in the deer's upkeep and that he sells a license and chance to take this deer from the big game preserve for $6,500 which is what he states is his loss on the deer.

An arraignment has been scheduled at the Howell County Courthouse for April 20, 2015 at 9 a.m. with Judge Truman Wiles presiding.

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

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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Board approves manufacturing, pre-engineering programs at MSU Members of the Missouri State University Board of Governors have approved three new academic offerings at Missouri State UniversityWest Plains.

During the board’s executive committee meeting Wednesday, March 18, in Springfield, Missouri, members passed resolutions to add a manufacturing option to the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Technology degree, as well as an Associate of Science (AS) in Pre-Engineering degree and a Certificate in Manufacturing Technology to university’s list of degree and certificate programs. The proposed programs now will be submitted to the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education (CBHE) for approval at its June 2015 meeting, university officials said.

“These degree and certificate programs are coming at a critical time for students looking to enter a more highly-technical job market in our region and around the world,” said Dean of Academic Affairs Dr. Dennis Lancaster. “I also believe their development is coming at the right time for area residents who have, unfortunately, been laid off or have experienced their jobs being eliminated in the last few months.”

Once a hallmark of higherwage job opportunities in south-central Missouri, manufacturing positions have been in decline in recent years.

To stem that trend, it was announced at a recent West

Plains City Council meeting that Missouri State-West Plains was teaming up with the City of West Plains and the South Central Career Center to increase new manufacturing opportunities in this area. The new AAS in TechnologyManufacturing option and manufacturing certificate are designed to aid that process.

“The AAS in TechnologyManufacturing option and the Certificate in Manufacturing Technology are very exciting additions to our program offerings,” said Cathy ProffittBoys, assistant professor of agriculture/entrepreneurship and chair of the division of business/applied technology and public services.

“Manufacturing continues to provide significant employment opportunities in our region, and these programs will help students gain knowledge and skills to better prepare them for current and future jobs. The AAS in Technology-Manufacturing and the Certificate in Manufacturing Technology are a result of our partnership with South Central Career Center and will be a major component in the advanced manufacturing initiative offered by Missouri StateWest Plains, South Central Career Center and the City of West Plains.”

The long-term success of the manufacturing industry here and elsewhere will depend on offering educational opportunities for those individuals interested in career progression, university officials pointed out in the resolution for the degree and

certificate.

“Completion of the AAS in Technology-Manufacturing or its more limited certificate option should better position students for job openings at other manufacturers who expect incoming workers to have these fundamental skills and knowledge sets,” Lancaster said. “That’s why this degree and certificate are the initial offerings and the educational core of the still developing Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center (AMTC) being discussed in the partnership between Missouri State-West Plains, the South Central Career Center and the City of West Plains. But even if the AMTC doesn’t become a physical reality, Missouri State-West Plains and the South Central Career Center will offer this program, in a more limited way, however, to serve our area’s citizens and their workforce development needs.”

Classes for this degree and certificate will be offered both at Missouri State-West Plains and the South Central Career Center. In addition, several pieces of equipment needed to support the training will be purchased with funds from the $2.5 million grant awarded to the university in fall 2013 from the U.S. Department of Labor through its Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training (TAACCCT) Program. The grant, which runs from Oct. 1, 2013, through Sept. 30, 2017, is funding several new academic programs for displaced workers in the

area, other unemployed and underemployed adults and veterans. The focus of these programs will be on “green” and/or sustainable jobs, university officials said at the time the grant was announced.

The AS in Pre-Engineering is designed to better prepare students to transfer into an engineering bachelor’s degree program and was developed after consultation with the Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla, which also offers a cooperative engineering program with Missouri State

University in Springfield, university officials pointed out in the resolution.

“The AS in Pre-Engineering offers students an opportunity not previously available in our community, and it fits well with the advanced manufacturing initiative,” Boys said. “This program allows students to take the early math and science courses required for an engineering degree, as well as targeted general education courses.

The AS in Pre-Engineering is ideal for students who would like to start their college

experience on a smaller campus where they can use A+ Program funds before transferring to a four-year engineering program.”

If the degrees are approved

by CBHE, Missouri StateWest Plains will then be authorized to offer 18 associate degrees and 22 certificate options.

For more information about these degrees and certificate options, visit the Missouri State-West Plains website, www.wp.missouristate.edu, or call the admissions office at 417-255-7955.

BT Elementary holds Science Fair

Science Fair - Birch Tree Elementary had their annual Science Fair on Monday, March 16. Kindergarten through fifth grade students participated. The students had some great projects this year. Kindergarten and first grade did a class project with individual students participating. The winners for Kindergarten: 1st place Jayli Tharp, 2nd place Aurora Hulvey, 3rd place Jessica Green. First grade only had one participate for an individual trophy and that was Alexis Pedersen who took 1st place. Winners for second grade: 1st place Bryleigh Wallace, 2nd place Jasmine Hulvey, 3rd place Kaleb Christy. Winners for third grade: 1st place Mace Tharp, 2nd place Sukhraj Singh, 3rd place Wyatt Acord. Winners for fourth grade: 1st place Wyatt Becker, 2nd place Kelton Miley, 3rd place Kenna Yearwood. Fifth grade winners: 1st place Shaylee Schulz, 2nd place Ryan Bryant, 3rd place Reagan Hall. The overall grand prize winner was fifth grader Kylie Dixon. (Photo provided to the Standard)

MSU-WP students take up collection 2015 MSU-WP summer, for WP Regional Animal Shelter fall course schedule available online

MEMBERS OF THE PHI THETA KAPPA (PTK) Honor Society chapter at Missouri State University-West Plains sponsored a pet supply drive on campus Feb. 3-13 for the West Plains Regional Animal Shelter. Campus community members were asked to bring dry cat food, kitty litter and laundry soap and drop them off at designated locations. An estimated three-dozen items were collected, organizers said, including 120 pounds of cat food, 40 pounds of kitty litter and five gallons of laundry soap.

Faculty sponsor Dr. Phillip Howerton said he and PTK members were very pleased with the amount of supplies donated, and pointed out the shelter is always in need of food for the animals and cleaning supplies. With the collected items above are PTK members Darrius Young, left, St. Louis, and Seth Hadley, Birch Tree. (Photo provided to the Standard)

Area residents interested in taking classes during the 2015 summer session or fall semester at Missouri State University-West Plains now can browse through a list of courses online.

The complete 2015 summer session/fall semester schedule course listing can be found at http://grizzlyden. missouristate.edu/schedule.

Paper copies of the schedule will be available by April 1 through the university’s admissions office or various other locations on campus.

In addition, area residents can view an electronic copy of the printed schedule at http://wp.missouristate.edu/ admissions/schedule.htm.

Over 90 classes will be offered during the summer session, and over 400 will be offered during the fall semester. Courses include those available at the Missouri State-West Plains campus in Mountain Grove, as well as online, officials said.

Current, readmitted and transfer students have the opportunity to register for classes during an early registration period April 1722. They can prepare for early registration by visiting with their adviser during Advisement for Success Kickoff (ASK) Week April 6-10. Advisers will set aside additional advising time

during this week to meet with students at a time that’s convenient for the students, officials said.

Students can make an appointment to visit with their adviser either by phone, via e-mail or in person at the adviser’s office to discuss their schedule and have their alternate PIN (personal identification number) released, which will allow them to register online through Missouri State-West Plains’ Grizzly Den web portal.

Once students have spoken with their adviser and their alternate PIN has been released, they may register for courses on the Grizzly Den website, 24 hours a day, seven days a week during the early registration period, or they can register in person at the registration and records office in Cass Hall, 515 Cass Ave., from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

Officials remind that students are permitted to register during early registration according to a schedule based on the number of credit hours completed.

The early registration schedule for the 2015 summer session/fall semester can be viewed at http://wp.missouristate.edu/ RecReg/EarlyRegistration. htm.

Students are encouraged to register

during appointed times, but they also may register after that time, officials said.

Mark White, coordinator of the Veterans Incentive Program (VIP) at Missouri State-West Plains, reminds officials with the Veterans Services office will be on hand during these same advisement and registration times to assist veterans with registration and required Veterans Administration forms. The VIP/Veterans Services office is located on the lower level of the Garnett Library in Room 102. For more information about VIP/Veterans Services, visit http://wp.missouristate.edu/ Veteranservices/.

Regular registration for the 2015 summer session and fall semester begins at 8 a.m. April 23. It continues through June 7, 2015, for summer session classes and Aug. 16, 2015, for fall semester classes. Students must complete the entire enrollment process before the first day of classes on June 8 for the summer session and Aug. 17 for the fall semester, officials said.

For more information about spring semester classes or the registration process, visit the Missouri State-West Plains website at wp.missouristate.edu or call the registration and records office at 417-255-7979.

MSU-West Plains Lifeguard course April 3-4 The Missouri State University-West Plains University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department will host a

lifeguard course April 3-4 at the West Plains Civic Center for those who would like to work at the West Plains Civic Center indoor pool

or the City of West Plains’ outdoor aquatic center.

The course is part of the Jeff Ellis and Associates International Lifeguard Training Program (ILTP) Candidates must pass a written exam with a score of 80 percent or higher, pass individual technical performance exams and pass simulation practical exams to qualify for licensing.

There is a $121 fee for the course, which covers an online course and test, a completion card and

tuition costs. The first 12 students to register will be accepted. Students must be 16 by May 31 to take the class.Missouri StateWest Plains Aquatics and Wellness Coordinator Keri Elrod said this is a great opportunity for area residents who may be interested in a summer job at the local pools to obtain the required ILTP certification.

For more information or to register, call the U/CP office at 417-255-7966.

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MDC says spring turkey hunting looks good for most of MO Missouri turkey hunters can expect a good spring season overall according to the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). The spring turkey hunting season starts with a youth-only weekend April 11-12 for young hunters ages 6-15. The regular spring season runs April 20 through May 10.

“Hunters should generally expect similar opportunities as those during the past several seasons,” said MDC Turkey Biologist Jason Isabelle.

“Two-year-old gobblers won’t be as abundant as they were in 2014 in most areas

due to lower poult production in 2013, but carry-over from previous years should provide some great hunting.”

Isabelle noted that MDC offers turkey hunting opportunities on more than 500 conservation areas and the state’s diverse landscapes mean turkey numbers often vary by region.

“With good poult production from 2014, jake numbers should be up in northern Missouri this spring, but harvesting an adult gobbler will continue to be a bit more challenging given the decline in bird numbers

that the region experienced during the mid-to-late 2000s,” he said.

“Turkey numbers in the Ozarks have been relatively stable for the past several years and the eastern Ozarks has had some of the state’s best turkey production,” Isabelle said. “With good poult production in recent years, we’ve started to see turkey number increase in several southern Missouri counties. Good gobbler numbers and an abundance of public land make this region a good choice for hunters.

The western Ozarks and

border region further west are likely to have some of the top harvest counties in the state this year.”

He added that prospects are also good for the River Breaks region, which lies just south of the Missouri River and west of the Mississippi River from Osage County east to Jefferson County and south to Cape Girardeau County.

“This region encompasses some of the state’s best turkey habitat, and its counties consistently rank among the highest in spring turkey harvest,” he said.

Find detailed information

Teachers interested in becoming archery instructors at their schools will have an opportunity to receive training in April.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will hold a Missouri National Archery in the Schools

Program (MoNASP) basic archery instructor training class from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 10 at the O’ReillyTefft Gym in Springfield.

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board facility is located at 1408 E. Pythian St.

These free training classes are meant for teachers who are interested in incorporating MoNASP instruction into their school’s curriculum.

Teachers must attend the training to receive instructor certification.

Basic archery instructor training is required for schools to participate in the MoNASP and to qualify for related grant money.

MoNASP programs must be a part of a school’s curriculum for at least two weeks to qualify that school for regional, state, national and international NASP competitions.

MoNASP is the Missouri branch of NASP (National Archery in the Schools Program), a national program that uses archery to boost students’ physical dexterity and selfconfidence.

Participants

also learn an activity they can enjoy for the rest of their lives in the form of recreational target shooting or bow hunting.

To register for the April 10 class, individuals can go to www.naspbai.org. If you have questions, contact MDC Outdoor Skills Specialist Greg Collier at Greg.Collier@mdc.mo.gov or 417-895-6881, ext.

1644. Information about MoNASP events and other MDC education programs can be found at http://mdc. mo.gov/node/92 .

on harvest limits, allowed hunting methods, hunter education requirements, permits, MDC hunting areas, tagging and checking procedures, regulations, and more in MDC’s 2015 Spring Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet available from MDC offices and nature centers, other places where permits are sold, and online at mdc.mo.gov/ node/4066 HUNTING SAFETY Isabelle stressed that hunters can avoid the main cause of turkey-hunting incidents: mistaking or being mistaken by another hunter for game.

“Most turkey hunting incidents involve hunters who fail to positively identify their targets,” said Isabelle.

“Before pulling the trigger, be absolutely certain that what you are shooting at is

not only a turkey, but a legal turkey, which would be a male turkey or a turkey with a visible beard during the spring season.”

He also advised hunters to wear hunter-orange clothing when moving through woods or fields, particularly when hunting public land, and to always know the locations of all members of a hunting party. “Many turkey hunting incidents actually involve members of the same hunting party,” said Isabelle. “If you’re hunting with someone else and you split up, be certain you know where your hunting partner will be.”

FIRST TURKEY CERTIFICATES MDC hunting certificates are great ways to memorialize a hunter’s first deer and turkey harvests. Visit mdc.mo.gov/ node/10469 to create free commemorative certificates.

Feeder Cattle Auction Report for 03/17/2015 Receipts: 4906 Last week: 2541 Year Ago: 2994 Compared to last week, feeder steers and heifers traded steady to 4.00 lower with the exception of yearling steers over 750 lbs which were 3.00-4.00 higher. The demand was very good on a heavy supply.

The supply consisted of 60 percent steers and bulls and 40 percent heifers with near 48 percent of the offering weighing over 600 lbs.

Feeder Steers: Medium and Large 1 300-400 lbs 325.00-350.00, pkg 8 hd 393 lbs fancy 365.00; 400-450 lbs 305.00-332.50; 450-500 lbs 285.00-312.50; 500-550 lbs 282.00-302.50; 550-600 lbs 262.00-285.00;600-650 lbs 242.00-268.00, pkg 8 hd 611 lbs fleshy 239.00; 650-700 lbs 233.00-240.00; 700-800 lbs 203.00-230.00; 800-900 lbs 190.00-204.00.Medium and Large 1-2 300-400 lbs 295.00-323.00; 400-450 lbs 275.00-302.50; 450-500 lbs 264.00-287.50; 500-550 lbs 257.50-279.00; 550-600 lbs 237.50-262.50; 600-650 lbs 237.00-255.00; 650-700 lbs 217.50-234.00; 700-800 lbs 194.00-220.00, few 752 lbs calves 186.00; 800-900 lbs 173.00-198.00; 900-1000 lbs 166.00-182.50; 1000-1100 lbs 154.00-165.00. Medium and Large 2 300-350 lbs 290.00-305.00; 350-400 lbs 267.50-290.00; 400-450 lbs 252.50-270.00; 450-500 lbs 237.50-260.00;500-550 lbs 230.00-255.00; 550-600 lbs 217.50-235.00; 600-650 lbs 210.00-233.00; 650-700 lbs 200.00-207.50; 700-750 lbs 180.00-188.00;Pkg 26 hd 942 lbs 166.00.

Feeder Holstein Steers: Large 3 400-500 lbs 189.00191.00; Few 598 lbs 165.00; Few 683 lbs 163.00; Pkg 29 hd 714 lbs 169.50.

Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large 1 300-350 lbs 307.50-322.50; 350-400 lbs 272.50-298.00; 400-450 lbs 262.50-287.00; 450-500 lbs

252.00-265.00; 500-550 lbs 240.00-255.00, few 517 lb fancy 275.00; 550-600 lbs 227.50-244.00; 600-650 lbs 219.00-240.00; 650700 lbs 205.00-214.00; 700-800 lbs 200.00-218.00, few 719 lb replacements heifers 227.00; Pkg 9 hd 815 lbs 207.50. Medium and Large 1-2 300-350 lbs 280.00-297.50; 350-400 lbs 257.50-269.00; 400-450 lbs 245.00-262.50; 450-500 lbs 237.00-257.50; 500-550 lbs 222.50-247.50; 550-600 lbs 210.00-233.00;600-700 lbs 190.00-219.00; 700-750 lbs 185.00-207.50; 750-800 lbs 173.00-195.00; 800-850 lbs 165.00-180.00; 900-950 lbs 155.00-165.00; 1050-1100 lbs 148.00-150.00. Medium and Large 2 300-350 lbs 262.50-280.00; 350-400 lbs 230.00-252.50; 450-500 lbs 225.00-235.00; 500-600 lbs 197.50-227.50; 600-700 lbs 175.00-197.50; Feeder Bulls: Medium and Large 1 450-500 lbs 262.50-267.50; 500-600 lbs 250.00-268.00.

Medium and Large 1-2 Pkg 6 hd 434 lbs 275.00; 500-600 lbs 225.00-252.50; 600-650 lbs 207.50-228.00; 650-700 lbs 190.00-212.00; 700-750 lbs 192.50-200.00.

Cow and Bull Auction Report for 03/18/2015 Receipts: 1013 Last Week: 662 Year Ago: 850 Compared to last week, slaughter cows traded steady to 2.00 lower with slaughter bulls trading steady.

Demand was very good on anespecially heavy supply of cow-calf pairs and bred cows which made upover fifty percent of the offering.

The supply consisted of 26 percent slaughter cows, 28 percent bred cows, 23 percent cow/calf pairs, 5 percent slaughter bulls, 4 percent stocker/feeder cows and 13 percent calves.

Slaughter Cows: Percent Lean Average Dressing High Dressing Low Dressing Breaking 70-80

103.00-113.00 114.00120.50 98.00-103.00 Boning 80-85 104.00113.00 113.00-124.00 99.00-104.00 Lean 85-90 95.00103.00 103.00-113.00 88.00-95.00 Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1-2 1135-2545 lbs average dressing 129.50137.00 per cwt, high dressing 137.00-150.50, low dressing 113.00-129.00.

Bred Cows: Medium and Large 1-2 2-7 yr old 1090-1615 lb cows in 2nd3rd stage 1900.00-2600.00 per head, 1st stage cows 1900.00-2200.00;Short-solid to broken mouth 1019-1440 lb cows in 2nd-3rd stage 1750.00-2200.00 per head, 1st stage cows 1650.001750.00. Medium and Large 2 2-6 yr old 832-1155 lb cows mostly in 1st-2nd stage 1500.00-1950.00 per head; 7 yrs to broken mouth 8101275 lb cows in 1st-3rd stage 1300.00-1800.00 per head.

Stocker and Feeder Cows: Medium and Large 1-2 Open or unchecked cows and heiferettes, 18 to 24 months old 730-1100 lb heifers 143.00-177.50 per cwt; 2-3 yr old 840-1295 lb heifers 125.00-165.00 per cwt;4-7 yr old 848-1310 lb cows 127.50187.50 per cwt.

Cow-Calf Pairs: Medium and Large 1-2 5-7 yr old 9501252 lb cowswith 100-150 lb calves 2100.00-2800.00 per pair; Short-solid to broken mouth 973-1340 lb cows with 100-300 lb calves 1950.002500.00 per pair. Several packages of 3n1 deals with cows in 1st-2nd stage with nursing calf. 4-7 yr old 11341497 lb cows with 200-350 lb calves 2850.00-3300.00 per pair; 7 yr to short solid mouth 960-1325 lb cows with 200-300 lb calves 2000.00-2650.00 per pair.

Medium and Large 2 3-6 yr old 760-1175 lb cows with 100-200 lb calves 1700.002300.00 per pair; Short-solid to broken mouth 728-1067 lb cows with 100-150 lb calves 1400.00-1900.00 per pair.

MDC plans archery instructor training class

Archery - Missouri National Archery in the Schools Program (MoNASP) is a program that uses archery to improve physical dexterity and self-confidence in youths. A free training class for adults wishing to become MoNASP instructors will be April 10 in Springfield.

Celebrate MO trees during Arbor Days in April The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds Missourians that trees and forests throughout the state are valuable to our health, communities, economy, and environment.

MDC encourages Missourians to celebrate the value of Missouri trees and forests on Arbor Days in April by planting native trees and practicing proper tree care.

National Arbor Day is recognized on the last Friday of April, which is April 24 for 2015. In addition, each state determines its own Arbor Day based on its unique climate and weather patterns. Missouri has been observing Arbor Day since 1886 when the General Assembly declared that the first Friday in April should be set aside for the appreciation and planting of trees.

This year’s Arbor Day in Missouri has been recognized

through a proclamation by Governor Jeremiah “Jay” Nixon as April 3. According to the proclamation: • Forests cover approximately one-third of the state; • Forests provide outdoor recreation, wildlife habitat, natural beauty, and watersheds for stream and rivers; • Forests provide employment for more than 33,000 people who convert trees into essential products; • Forests contribute beauty and shade to urban, suburban, and rural areas while creating a more pleasant and healthful environment; and • Missouri will continue to benefit from its forests for succeeding generations through tree planting and conservation.

MDC encourages Missourians to plant native trees. Get more information

Mark Twain National Forest hosts open house on road study Mark Twain National Forest will host open houses throughout southern Missouri in April 2015 as part of a study of the forest’s road system.

The open house for the Eleven Point Ranger District is April 8, 2015 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Poplar Bluff, 2781 North Westwood Boulevard, Poplar Bluff, Mo. Hardcopy maps and comment forms are also available for review at each Ranger District office and the Forest Supervisor’s office.

“We are committed to balancing the needs for public access to Mark Twain National Forest with our responsibility to sustain a productive, diverse and healthy national forest,” said Mark Twain National Forest Supervisor Bill Nightingale.

Every national forest will complete the road study by the end of 2015. The study will analyze all forest system roads for their existing use and characteristics, need for management activities and public access, benefits, environmental risks and maintenance costs.

“The road study will begin to help us prioritize our limited resources to manage roads used by visitors, while better protecting sources of clean water and a more healthy forest,” Nightingale said. “The road study is not a decision, but is intended to help inform possible future road management planning. Before any future actions are taken, the Forest Service will provide additional opportunities for the public to participate in the process.”

on selecting proper trees for specific locations, along with planting tips, online at mdc. mo.gov/node/3321.

The Department’s George O. White State Forest Nursery near Licking offers Missouri residents a variety of native tree and shrub seedlings for reforestation, windbreaks, and erosion control, as well as for wildlife food and cover.

Orders are accepted from Nov. 1 to April 15 every year.

For more information, visit the MDC website at mdc.mo.gov/ node/4011.

In celebration of Arbor Days and in cooperation with the Missouri Department of Transportation’s (MoDOT) “Trees for Tomorrow” program, MDC distributes nearly 100,000 native tree seedlings from its George O. White State Nursery to fourth-grade classes from more than 1,300 schools throughout the state each spring for local tree plantings.

MoDOT supports the production and distribution of the trees to offset the natural resources it may disturb during construction activities. The seedling distribution supports MDC’s Discover Nature Schools program, which provides grade-appropriate curriculum and outdoor, hands-on activities to help students learn about the importance of conservation.

Communities around the state also hold local Arbor Day activities. For more information on Arbor Day and Missouri’s 85 designated Tree City USA communities, visit arborday.org and search “Missouri.”

For more information on how trees work for your wallet, health, family, community, environment, and economy, visit mdc. mo.gov/node/19335.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF HOWELL COUNTY, MISSOURI CIRCUIT DIVISION In Re the Marriage of: TONYAANN INEZ HITE and KRISTOPHER DUANE HITE TONYAANN INEZ HITE, Petitioner, vs.

KRISTOPHER DUANE HITE, Respondent.

Case No. 14AL-FC00224

CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW ACCEPTING BIDS FOR MOWING

The City of Mountain View is accepting bids for mowing the city's park, cemeteries, sports fields, airport, etc. as needed for the 2015 season with the option to renew for 2016 and 2017 seasons. For bidding documents, including maps of the areas to mow, please contact City Hall at (417) 934-2601.

Sealed bids for the mowing will be accepted at Mountain View City Hall until 5:00 pm, April 13th, 2015. Bids will be opened during the city council meeting on April 13th, 2015 at 6:00 pm. The City of Mountain View reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW ACCEPTING BIDS FOR WELL MAINTENANCE

The City of Mountain View is accepting bids for the repair and maintenance of the city's wells as needed for the 2015 season with the option to renew for 2016 and 2017 seasons. For bidding documents, please contact City Hall at (417) 934-2601. Sealed bids for the well maintenance will be accepted at Mountain View City Hall until 5:00 pm, April 13th, 2015. Bids will be opened during the city council meeting on April 13th, 2015, at 6:00 pm. The City of Mountain View reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW ACCEPTING BIDS HAY CROP

The City of Mountain View is accepting bids for the cutting of hay on two (2) tracts of land, approximately 65 acres each, for the 2015 season with the option to renew for 2016 and 2017 seasons. For bidding documents, including maps of the tracts of land, please contact City Hall at (417) 934-2601. Sealed bids for the hay crop will be accepted at Mountain View City Hall until 5:00 pm, April 13th, 2015. Bids will be opened during the city council meeting on April 13th, 2015, at 6:00 pm. The City of Mountain View reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION OF NOTICE The State of Missouri to Kristopher Duane Hite: You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced in the Circuit Court, County of Howell, Missouri, by Petition, the object and general nature

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of which is to obtain dissolution of your marriage by Tonyaann Inez Hite, Petitioner, which affects your rights.

The names of all parties to said action are stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorney for the Petitioner is Melissa L. Stewart, Attorney and Counselor at Law, 201 W. Main, West Plains, Missouri 65775.

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petition within forty-five (45) days after the 25th day of March, 2015, a Judgment may be rendered in favor of Petitioner.

It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to the law in the Standard News & Advertiser, Mountain View, Missouri, a newspaper of general circulation published in the State of Missouri.

Witness my hand and seal of the Circuit Court of the County of Howell, State of Missouri, this the 26th day of January, 2015.

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Reasonable Lawn Care FREE Estimates - Insured Call 417-247-7745 or 417-247-5284 3-25-15-2t-pd RADFORD LAWN CARE – Mowing, Trimming, Yard Clean Up & Power Washing – Commercial & Residential – In Mountain View, Willow Springs and West Plains. FREE ESTIMATES. Call 417-9340147 or 417-247-1585 and leave a message.

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WANTED! Used oil of any kind. Will pick up and provide 55-gallon drum or buckets. Call 417-934-2805 and ask for Dale or Nathan.

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BIG Garage Sale (Midge Hall's). Saturday ONLY April 4 from 7am to 4pm. ALL proceeds go to sponsor Midge who will be walking in the Southwest Missouri Heart Walk in Springfield, MO on Saturday, April 11.

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Goodbye Snow Sale! 30% off clothing March 24-April 4. Booth "LD" at Ada's Attic, 1st Street in Mtn. View. Tuesday-Saturday 9am to 5pm.

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The Strike Zone Bowling Scores

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