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Spring Sports kick-off See Page 8
Board in violation of the Sunshine Law The Mountain ViewBirch Tree School District may face a violation of the Sunshine Law after business/discussion conducted during closed session does not qualify to be closed to the public. During the February closed session portion of the meeting members approved a cap on employee health insurance. The motion was made to cap board paid employee health insurance for 20152016 at $445 per month. The motion passed with an all in favor vote. The board cited their reason to go into closed session under Section 610021 (3) for the purpose of "hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting of particular employees; (13) Personnel records; and (14) Records which are protected from disclosure by law. The closed session business conducted and documented does not fall under those cited by the board for the purpose of their closed session, nor does it qualify as it affects the entire employment of the district. Official minutes were taken. The school Superintendent, Jerry Nicholson, explained that upon going into closed session for personnnel issues involving potential budget cuts/moving position with a single employee, that they ended up discussing the issuance of a cap on health insurance for all employees of the district. He said after
Peck Ranch closed for calving See Page 9
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Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Mtn. View-Birch Tree
DUI crash and learn
Mock: Two-vehicle collision docu-drama unfolds weeks before LHS Prom
"There has been a bad crash, hurry I think she is dead," was the desperate call placed to 9-1-1 after a two-vehicle collision in front of the Liberty High School on Wednesday, March 25. It was a gruesome scene as law enforcement and other emergency crews rushed to the scene arriving to two crushed vehicles, a deceased student who had been ejected from the car and the remaining survivors groaning in agony. Over 100 students at Liberty High School gathered outside Docu-Drama - A two-vehicle accident with one fatality was a moving scene as students at Liberty High School to watch the docu-drama learned first-hand the consequences of drinking and driving. One student, pictured at left, who was drinking and driving is questioned by a trooper with the Missouri State Highway Patrol as EMS check on the survivors of the crash. Pictured unfold. "One thing I want when above, EMS personnel place a blue sheet over a student who was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the See Drama on Page 2
scene. (Photo: Standard/ Wagner)
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Mtn. View
Overdose being investigated The Howell County Sheriff's Department is currently investigating the death of a 36-year-old male subject from Mtn. View. According to reports, the sheriff's department responded to CR 2980 in Mtn. View at 1:26 p.m. on Saturday, March 21 to the report that a male individual had overdose on medication. The male subject was transported to St. Francis Hospital where he later expired. The victim has been identified as Robert A. Vento.
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Voters head to the polls April 7 MOST Voters in Howell and surrounding counties will head to the polls on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 for the General Municipal Election. On
the ballot are tax issues, city council candidates and school board candidates. Locally, voters in the Mtn. View-Birch Tree R-III
School District will decide between three candidates for two positions, a threeyear term, on school board. Incumbent Kevin Pruett has
Mtn. View-Birch Tree School District Board of Education - Two Positions Available
Allow me to introduce myself I am Beverly Denton a candidate for School Board Member of Mountain View-Birch Tree School District. I presently am employed by Mercy Medical Clinic as a Nurse Practitioner where I have served this community for 14 years. I graduated from Summersville High School in 1982, attended SMSU at West Plains and obtained my Associate Degree in Nursing in 1985, returned and completed my Bachelor Science Degree in Nursing in 1996 and graduated from University of Missouri – Barnes College of Nursing with my Masters of Science in Nursing/certification as a Nurse Practitioner in 1999. I volunteer at the Good Samaritan Care Clinic and serve as a Board Member. I have practiced nursing for 30 years and served as a Nurse Practitioner 16 of these years. I am married to Jim Denton and we have two children. Our son James graduated from Liberty last year and now attends
My name is Jen Foster. I live on the family farm with my husband, David Foster, and my three children; AJ, Hayden, and Kaylie Foster. I have worked in education since 2002 when I began my career as an elementary school teacher for the Winona R-III School District. For the last four years, I have worked for the University of Missouri as an Instructional Specialist providing high quality professional development for educators across the state. During my time in education, I have received advanced degrees including a Master’s degree in Educational Technology and an Educational Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis from the University of Missouri. I have also achieved several certifications such as; Superintendent Certificate, Intel Master Teacher Trainer, Certified Cognitive Coach, Adaptive Schools training, authorized Google Education Trainer, and eMINTS Instructional Specialist.
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Kevin Pruett is running for a position on the Mountain ViewBirch Tree School Board. He is the current incumbent, Pruett is married to wife, Lisa. Together they have three children, Taylor, a Liberty High School graduate; Josh, who attends LHS and Carter who attends at Mtn. View Elementary. (Editor's Note: The above is from the Standard News Archives as no new information was provided for the 2015 election as of press time.)
Tuesday, April 7
City, School Board Candidates on the ballot
served on the board for the past six years; incumbent Beverly Denton has served for the past three years and new filee Jennifer Foster will be vying for one of the seats on school board. Mtn. View City Council has two seats open for a two-year term, East Ward Alderman and West Ward Alderman. Incumbent Larry David is running unopposed. David was appointed to his position on council after Councilman Murray Anderson stepped down in June of 2008. David was officially elected to the position in April of 2009. Incumbent Jeff Wade who has served since April of 2014 will go up against new filee Michael Bales. On the ballot in Howell County will be the 'Yes' or 'No' vote for the "Question". Shall the County of Howell discontinue applying and collecting the local sales tax on the titling of motor vehicles, trailers, boats and outboard motors that were purchased form a source other than a licensed Missouri dealer? The county could potentially lose up to $150,000 annually if the majority of voters vote 'No'. In Shannon County voters will also decide if the County of Shannon discontinue applying and collecting the local sales tax on the titling of motor vehicles, trailers, boats and outboard motors that were purchased form a source other than a licensed Missouri dealer? For sample ballots and polling locations refer to pages 2, 10 and 11 of this week's publication.
WANTED
The Howell County Sheriff's Department has issued warrants and is looking for four individuals in the Howell County area. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these individuals, do not try to apprehend them, call the sheriff's office at 417-2562544 or local authorities. Claude R. Moore, age 52 - Wanted for failure to appear warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. Bond set at $15,000. Kenneth J. Whittenburg, 43 - Wanted for probation violation warrant for arrest on a class D felony charge of non-support. No bond. David E. Oblonger, age 46 - Wanted for warrant arrest on a class C felony charge of tampering with a motor vehicle-1st degree and a class C felony charge of stealing a motor vehicle. Bond set at $7,500. (No photo available.) Zippy S. Madden, age 35 - Wanted for warrant arrest on a class D felony charge of property damage-1st degree. Bond set at $4,500.
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people see this is this isn't something you want to happen to you," stated School Resource Officer Josh Ashlock. "You don't want to lose some of your classmates over something stupid like this." In the mock DUI crash, two cars collided head-on and students played the roles of the victims. It was a graphic reminder of the dangers and consequences of drinking and driving. As the chaos unfolded, many students were deeply moved as they watched a fellow classmate being taken from away in a hearse, one in an ambulance, one in a helicopter and one being arrested by the Missouri State Highway Patrol. "We just want them to make smart decisions and do what's right and pay attention to the road," SRO Ashlock said. The docu-drama was held just weeks before the Liberty High School Prom. "We
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Southwest Baptist University at Bolivar where he plays football for the Bearcats. Shayla, our daughter, presently attends Liberty Middle School 6th grade. I presently serve on the School Board and have for the past 3 years. I have attended formal School Board Training through Missouri School Board Association and served on the A+ Program Advisory Board for the Summersville School. I feel my personal dedication to my education, my personal experiences and my professional achievements will continue to allow me to bring diversity to our School Board. I value education as it is our greatest resource! The goals I hope to obtain if reelected are as follows: (1) First and foremost is to provide quality education to every student in our District. We must continue to develop and enhance quality educational/ instructional programs to improve performance and enable our students to achieve their personal, academic and career goals. (2) Secondly, to assure our school system remains financially sound. This is becoming increasingly difficult in the present economic times. Our school funds have taken cuts, our student enrollment has decreased and we now are paid according to average daily attendance. All these factors can and will affect our financial status. So far we have been able to avoid any layoffs by restructuring some positions and not replacing some positions. We must become proactive rather than reactive. We will have some tough decisions to be madenot always decisions that will
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From Page One are so close to prom and I want you to think about this, think about your actions. Every teacher would be devastated if something like this happened. We love you and care about you, please be safe," added Liberty High School Principal John Daniels as he addressed the students. The mock DUI crash was made possible with the help of the teachers and staff at Liberty High School, Kayleigh Stark from Mercy Injury Prevention Center, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Liberty High School students, Mtn. View Fire and Rescue, MoDOT, Mercy Emergency Medical Ambulance Services, Mercy Lifeline, Gentleman Jim's Wrecker Service and Yarber Mortuary of Mtn. View. "We are very fortunate to be a part of a very caring community. There are so many businesses and people in this community that care
about the school system and the students. It was a very good experience for each and every person involved.
From Page One be liked by all- but necessary decisions for financial stability for our District. (3) Thirdly, I want to see our teachers compensated for what they do. Presently our teachers are the lowest paid in the South Central Association. Our teachers are the key to our students education and I commend them for there outstanding performance and dedication to this District. It is my goal to see the budget balanced and strive to find ways to compensate our teachers. It is essential the District have qualified teacher to instruct our students. Each of these goals can and will be affected by the bottom line finances. We must become good stewards of the resources we already possess and seek out others that will help us to achieve these goals. The improvement I feel strongly about is public relationship. I feel our parents, students and members of our
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These certifications have provided me with the opportunities to work with the top educators from around the world. As part of my job for the University of Missouri, I work with districts from around the state to help them analyze and understand current laws and state policies. I also attend meetings with state education leaders, and collaborate on state and University of Missouri educational projects. I feel that these insights into education at the state level will help me to provide the district with valuable data as we move forward and work towards the goal of improving
community need to become more involve in our school. I feel they can bring fresh new ideas to the table and improve communication. As we move forward, it is critical to create a dialogue with teachers, support staff, parents and other community members about what can best serve the educational needs of Mountain View/ Birch Tree students. In conclusion, I will share a quote I was once given by one of my professors: “Be thankful for each challenge, because it will build your strength and character.” ( Author Unknown). I face many challenges in my profession daily, work with the members of our community and have a true appreciation of the challenges our communities, parents and students face daily. It is for these reasons I feel I am the best choice to serve the parents, students and faculty of our District. I would appreciate your vote!
I want to say thank you to everyone who assisted in this incident and thank you to the teachers and staff of the
whole Mtn. View-Birch Tree School District for showing you care every day for each and every student in our
system. It's truly an honor to be a part of this big family," commented SRO Ashlock on the docu-drama.
Art Around Town exhibit to feature works by area students Artwork by area elementary school students will take the spotlight during the annual Art Around Town exhibit April 8-19 at the Gallery on the Mezzanine at the West Plains Civic Center. Sponsored by Missouri State University-West Plains’ University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department, the event, in its 15th year, will feature two- and threedimensional pieces by children in grades kindergarten through eighth from the following school districts: Dora, Fair View, Glenwood, Howell Valley, Mtn. View-Birch Tree, Richards, Thayer, West Plains
and Willow Springs. Thirty pieces of artwork from each school district – a total of 270 pieces – will be displayed in the exhibit, organizers said. The exhibition also will include an awards ceremony at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 12, in the civic center theater, followed by reception on the mezzanine. The works will be juried by art instructors from the region, organizers said. “For 15 years, Art Around Town has given young artists an opportunity to display their talents and compete for ribbons and prizes,” said U/CP Theater and Events Coordinator Emily
Gibson. “I hope everyone comes and visits these amazing pieces of artwork created by so many talented students. It is truly an amazing display, and the students will appreciate the attention to their work.” Area residents are invited to view the pieces during regular civic center hours, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. For more information about Art Around Town, contact the U/CP office at 417-2557966. For more information about U/CP programs, visit the department’s website at wp.missouristate.edu/ucp.
Annual auction items donated by Hirsch Feed designed for summer fun
From Page One the quality of education we provide students. Some of the goals/ improvements I would like to see include; improvement of the state of the district finances, review various current practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness, review the standards of educational programs and course offerings, and more. I feel I would be an excellent addition to the school board as I would bring in a seasoned, experienced voice that has a deep understanding of educational practices as well as ideas for improvement based on the best practices from around the state.
GET READY FOR SUMMER with this Smokin’ Brothers Grill, hickory pellets and a Yeti cooler from Hirsch Feed and Farm Supply. These items are among many that will be sold during Missouri State University-West Plains’ “True Blue” Annual Auction, set for April 10 at the West Plains Civic Center. Hirsch officials valued the grill and pellets at $960.99 and the cooler at $277.49. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., and auction activities will get underway at 6. Tickets are $35 per person, or $350 will reserve table seating and tickets for eight, organizers said. Tickets can be purchased by calling 417-255-7240 or emailing WPDevelopment@MissouriState.edu. With “True Blue” as this year’s theme, guests are being asked to wear blue. From left above are Hirsch Animal Health and Feed Specialist Jordan Kinder, Equipment Sales Ryan Johnson, Store Manager John Williams and Parts Manager Greg Brown; Missouri State-West When Howell County Howell County Presiding This issues does not affect Plains Director of Development Joe Kammerer; auction committee member Quanna voters go to the polls on Commissioner Mark Collins our local Missouri car and Hafer and daughter, Violet; acution committee member Amy Thomas; and Assistant Director of Development Melody Hubbell. (Photo provided to the Standard) Tuesday, April 7, there said, "The 'question' on the boat dealers."
'No' vote keeps revenue in Howell Co. will be a Howell County 'question' on the ballot, asking if the county should discontinue collecting local sales tax on motor vehicle, trailers, boats, and outboard motors purchased from a source other than a licensed Missouri dealer.
ballot requires a 'no' vote for the county to continue collecting a tax they already receive." He noted, "This is a local sales tax that we (as a county) already collect on purchases of vehicles, boats and trailers from nonMissouri licensed dealers.
Collins said the revenue generated from this issues is significant to the operations of Howell County and is vital to maintaining the services the county currently provides. He said the revenue amounts to over $150,000 annually for Howell County. Collins noted, "This would not only be a loss of revenue for Howell County, but would also be a substantial loss of automotive and marine business for the county, not only in car and boat sales but all the business associated from auto parts to auto and boat service and even detail shops." The Howell County Commission voted unanimously earlier this year in a regular commission meeting to put the issue before the voters. And as Collins noted in an earlier press release, "This statewide issue has been mired down in litigation and court cases for years and a local vote is the only way to resolve the issue."
Polling locations for April 7 election
Howell County Clerk Dennis Von Allmen has anounced the polling locations for Howell County voters during the General Municipal Election, which will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2015. Inside City Limits of West Plains POLLING LOCATIONS Howell #1 First Church of God Howell #2 National Guard Armory Howell #3 Howell County Courthouse Howell #4 West Plains Civic Center Dry Creek (Part Of) Richards R-5 School Bldg.
Outside City Limits of West Plains POLLING LOCATIONS Howell Valley R-1 School District (Outside City) Howell Valley School Building Mtn. View-Birch Tree HR-3 School District Mtn. View Community Center Willow Springs R-4 School District Ozark Family YMCA Richards R-5 School District (Outside City & Dry Creek Inside City) Richards R-5 School Building West Plains-South Fork R-7 School District South Fork School Building Glenwood R-8 School District Glenwood School Building Fairview R-11 School District (Outside City) Fairview School Building Junction Hill C-12 School District Junction Hill School Building Oregon-Howell (Koshkonong) OR-3 School District Brandsville City Hall Bakersfield OR-4 School District Masonic Lodge-Bakersfield Polling locations will be open from the hours of 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. Persons wishing to vote an absentee ballot by mail must submit a writen request no later than 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 1. Absentee ballots may be voted in person int he Howell County Clerk's Office until 5 p.m. Monday, April 6. The County Clerk's Office will be open on Saturday, April 4 from 8 a.m. until 12 noon for absentee balloting. The County Clerk's Office is located in the Howell County Office Building on Court Square downtown West Plains. The following political subdivisions/districts have called an election for April 7, 2015: Howell County, Howell Valley R-1 School District, Mountain View-Birch Tree HR-3 School District, Richards R-5 School District, Junction Hill C-12 School District, OregonHowell OR-3 School District, Bakersfield OR-4 School District, City of Brandsville, City of Mountain View, City of West Plains and City of Willow Springs.
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Upcoming Events Easter Egg Hunt April 2
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Weekly forecast for the Mountain View (65548) area Wednesday April 1
Thursday April 2
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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.
Youth T-Ball, Baseball, Softball sign-ups in Mtn. View Sign ups for youth t-ball, baseball and softball will be held on Saturday, April 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Mtn. View Softball Fields. For questions call 417-247-0063.
Birch Tree Little League sign-ups
Looking Back Through the eyes of the Standard News Standard News Archive - Thursday, November 9, 1944 -
An Eighth Air Force Bomber Station, England-First Lieutenant Hugh S. Lane, 29 of Montier, Mo., has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for "extraordinary achievement" during many aerial blows against Nazi industrial and military installations as pilot of the Eighth Air Force B-17 Flying Fortress "Lady Jeanette." Lt. Lane, who also has received the Air Medal and three Oak Leaf Clusters, is a member of the Third Bombardment Division, cited by the president for its now historic EnglangAfrica shuttle bombing of Messerschmitt aircraft plants at Regensburg, Germany. The Montier pilot has flown on AAF bombing assaults against targets in such German cities as Berlin, Bremen, Ludwigshaven, Munich and Regensburg. "Each target presented its own type of enemy opposition," he said. "At times, the Germans would send up every type of plane listed in the catalogue and those planes were different in the skies over Germany. "The flak," continued Lt. Lane, "was our greatest discomfort. There is no way to shoot down those seemingly harmless black puffs of smoke that reach up to knock you out of the skies." "On one occasion," stated Lt. Lane, "while over the target, Nazi supply dumps in Paris, France, we ran into heavy flak barrage. Two of our engines were knocked out, but we came back with the formation, tagging along like a lame duck." The son of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Lane of Montier, he was a warehouse superintendent for John Deere and Company in Moline, Mo., before entering the AAF in August 1941.
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.
Mtn. View Senior Center Chili & Soup Dinner The Mtn. View Senior Center will hosts a chili and soup dinner on Friday, April 3 at the Mtn. View Senior Center. The dinner will begin at 4:30 p.m. and will be a goodwill donation. All money raised will go to help support Congregate and Home delivered meals program. For more details call the center at 417934-6504.
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.
Head Start Alumni to celebrate 50 years Looking for Head Start Alumni to help us celebrate 50 years of learning with us! We are having a drop-in open house on Thursday, April 16 from 5 p.m. To 7 p.m. At the Mtn. View Head Start located at 1402 East Hwy. 60 in Mtn. View. Call 417-934-6918 for more information. Check out our Facebok page: Mountain View Head Start Open House.
Author Signing with Sorchia DuBois The Mtn. View Public Library will host an author signing with Sorchia DuBois on Saturday, April 4 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. DuBois has published short works in magazines and newspapers as well as a nonfiction book titled "How the River Ruined Me". Her first fiction book, "Just Like Gravity" is a gothic romance set in Scotland. It was published by Oghma Creative Media in November of 20145.
Free tax return service Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE); Assistance with federal and state returns; property tax credit; renter rebate and health care coverage requirements. TCE is available through a volunteer program sponsored by Southwest Missouri Office on Aging at the following Senior Centers near you: West Plains Senior Center 416 E. Main St. Call 417-256-4055. Mountain View Senior Center 903 E. 5th Call 417-934-6504. Ozark County Senior Center 307 High St., Call 417-679-4746. Cabool Senior Center 910 Cherry Cabool, 417-962-3860. Houston Senior Center 301 S. Grand, Houston, 417-967-4119. Mt. Grove Senior Center 700 E. State St. Call 417-926-5867.
Mark your calendars
FYI Wednesday, April 1st 7:00 a.m. Coffee & Billards at the Mtn. View Senior Center 9:00 a.m. Howell County Health Department satellite clinic from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The United Methodist Church, 311 N. Harris St in Willow Springs. Services offered are WIC (Women, Infant, and Children program) and Immunizations. For more information, please contact Howell County Health Department at 417-256-7078. 9:15 a.m. Exercise at the Mtn. View Healthcare 10:00 a.m. - Story Time at the Mtn. View Public Library. All ages are welcome. Snacks, crafts and a lot of fun. - Swedish Weaving at the Mtn. View Senior Center 11:00 a.m. Puzzles at the Mtn. View Senior Center 11:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Checks at the Mtn. View Senior Center 12:00 p.m. Willow Springs Rotary Club at Open Range. Contact Teresa Waggoner a 417-252-0316 for information. 12:30 p.m. Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. View Senior Center 2:00 p.m. Bingo at the Mtn. View Healthcare 5:00 p.m. Yoga Class at the Learning
Al Anon
(Help for friends & families of alcoholics) Monday - 7:00 p.m. Mtn. View Presbyterian Church 205 E. 2nd Street 417-247-7146 or 417-247-0566
Station in the Ferguson Building, 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Call 417-469-0209 for information. 5:30 p.m. First Baptist Church AWANAs. Meal served at 5:30 p.m. church starts at 6 p.m. Tonight's theme: "Wear A Cross" 5:45 p.m. Mtn. View Christian Church TEAM 412 (Preschool thru 6th Grade) and The Journey Youth Group (Jr. High & High School). Doors open 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 Springs. For information call 417-469-0018 or 417-855-9113. 8:00 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous and Alanon meetings 8:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Willow Springs. Call 417-469-5550 for information Thursday, April 2nd 1:00 p.m. Arbor Day Celebration at the Mtn. View Elementary sponsored by the Mtn. View Garden Club 4:00 p.m. - LHS Boys & Girls Tennis Match at Licking - LMS Boys & Girls Track Meet at LHS Track - LHS Golf Meet at Cabool 4:30 p.m. LHS JV/Varsity Baseball Game vs. Dora Friday, April 3rd TBA LHS Varsity Baseball to compete in the Van Buren Wood Bat Weekend ATTENTION There will be no school for the Mtn. View-Birch Tree School District for Good Friday 7:00 a.m. Coffee & Billiards at the Mtn. View Senior Center 11:00 a.m. - The annual Ozarks Radio Network/Landmark Bank Easter Egg Hunt will take place at the West Plains Civic Center
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- Puzzles at the Mtn. View Senior Center 12:30 p.m. - Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. View Senior Center 6:00 p.m. Skating & Open gym at the Mtn. View Family Youth Center until 10:00 p.m. For more information call 417-934-5437. $3 admission per child Saturday, April 4th TBA LHS Varsity Baseball to compete in the Van Buren Wood Bat Weekend 2:00 p.m. Willow Springs Easter Egg Hunt at Booster Field; ages, toddler to 10 years old. For information call 417-469-1167. 8:00 p.m. Willow Springs Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon meetings at the Sacred Heart Church. Call 417-469-5550 for more information. Sunday, April 5th 8:00 p.m. Willow Springs Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon meetings at the Sacred Heart Church. Call 417-469-5550 for more information. Monday, April 6th ATTENTION There will be no school for the Mtn. View-Birch Tree School District for Easter Monday 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. - Arts & Crafts Club at the WSCF Ferguson Building in Willow Springs. Call Sue Thompson at 417-252-7477 for information. - Swedish Weaving Class at the Mtn. View Senior Center 12:30 p.m. Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. View Senior Center 4:00 p.m. LHS Boys & Girl Tennis Match at Willow Springs 4:30 p.m. LHS JV/Varsity Baseball Game at Salem 5:00 p.m. LHS JV/Varsity Girls Soccer
Game at West Plains 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 MV 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, April 7th 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 information. 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 Track Meet at LHS Track 4:30 p.m. - LHS JV/Varsity Baseball Game at Bakersfield - 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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Mercy St. Francis Sleep Center 'First to Know' event is April 6 Patients at Mercy St. Francis Sleep Center are resting a whole lot easier, thanks to $45,000 in facility upgrades. Now the community is invited to get a closer look at the new equipment. Mercy will host a First to Know luncheon at 12 p.m. Monday, April 6, to talk about the new Embla Sandman N7000 system at the sleep center. Funded by the Mercy St. Francis Auxiliary, the upgrade includes everything from analysis software to cameras that can pan, tilt and zoom, as well as microphones and amplifiers. “We now have the very latest equipment to help us monitor things like breathing patterns, muscle movement, brain waves and heart rate,” said Miriam Johnson, manager of respiratory therapy. “It’s
wonderful to have functional, state-of-the-art equipment to enhance the patient experience.” At Mercy St. Francis Sleep Center, a sleep therapist walks patients through an in-depth, one-on-one discussion before they’re wired with sensors for an overnight stay. Data is analyzed by a board-certified sleep medicine specialist and put into a secure database, then sent to the patient’s physician. Johnson encourages anyone with sleeping problems to come hear her speak at the April 6 luncheon. “If you’re tossing and turning at night, it may not be from stress or anxiety, but from a sleep disorder – something that affects one in six Americans,” Johnson said. According to the National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research, at least
Several years ago, I bought a Curious George stuffed toy for the Curious George fans in the library. Sometimes it was difficult to explain to the little ones that Curious George lived at the library, but they learned to enjoy holding and playing with him while here and saying goodbye to him when they left. One day I came into work after being off a few days, and there was an identical SECOND Curious George sitting beside Curious George #1. Diana had no idea where it came from, and I’ve yet to find out how it came to dwell in the library. You guessed it – we now have a THIRD Curious George in the children’s corner. He’s not identical to the other two, but he’s definitely a Curious George monkey. Imaginations can run wild with the possible scenarios that could have brought us the extra monkeys, but I wonder if maybe Curious George has just found a safe haven in our new library. I can identify with that! Be sure to stop in and see our postcard exhibit on display. Some postcards date back to the early 1900’s and includes historical content on St. Louis and Jefferson City in addition to many others. New books to our fiction shelves this week include The Apple Orchard by Susan Wiggs; and The Reversal by Michael Connelly. New mysteries include Murder, Plain and Simple and Murder, Simply Stitched, Books 1 & 2 in Isabella Alan’s Amish Quilt Shop Series. Summersville Friends of the Library meet at the library the 2nd Monday of each month at 5 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. Summersville Library is a branch of Texas County Library and located at 480 First Street, on the south side of the square, next door to Open Door in Summersville. Business hours are 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m. - 1 p.m Saturday. Check out our webpage at texascountylibrary.lib.mo.us or contact the library: 417-932-5261 or toll-free 888-609-4491, or e-mail us: svlib@texascountylibrary.lib.mo.us, or fax: 417-932-5262.
Ozark Action Inc. celebrates 50th anniversary Ozark Action, Inc. is excited to celebrate the organization's 50th anniversary by educating the community about our history, services, and future goals. The public is invited to an open house to celebrate the agencies 50th anniversary at three different locations in Howell County. - The first event wll be held on Tuesday, April 14 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Willow Springs Head Start Center located at 409 West Main Street in Willow Springs. - The second event will be
held on Thursday, April 15 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Mtn. View Head Start Center located at 1402 East U.S. Hwy. 60 in Mtn. View. - The third event will be held on Friday, April 17 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the West Plains Head Start Center located at 2027 Clarke Avenue in West Plains. Please plan to stop by and learn about our agency and services available. If you would like more information about the organization events, please call 417-256-6147 or check out our website at www.oaiwp.org
40 million Americans suffer from one of the following chronic sleep disorders: insomnia, snoring, sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome. Some of the common signs or symptoms of untreated sleep apnea include depression, fatigue, diabetes, hypertension, acid reflux, memory problems, fibromyalgia, and morning headaches. If you experience any of these problems, you should talk to your doctor about referring you for a sleep study.
The First to Know luncheon will be held at 12 p.m. Monday, April 6, inside the Mercy St. Francis Conference Room, at 100 W. US Highway 60. A light complimentary lunch will be served; each guest will receive a special gift. To RSVP for the April 6 event, call Laurie Strosnider at 417-934-7090 or email her at laurie.strosnider@mercy.net by March 30. To learn more about Mercy St. Francis Sleep Center, call 417-934-7045.
Fighting for Rural Veterans It is no secret that America has the finest fighting force this world has ever seen. When those brave military men and women return from service, it is our duty to provide them with the benefits they have earned and deserve. From long wait times to subpar care, the Department of Veterans Affairs has not provided the exceptional care that we expect for our heroes. This is especially apparent for veterans in rural areas. As an advocate for rural America, it has been my mission to improve the care of these veterans, and all veterans across this great nation. There have been multiple improvements to the VA recently, including the Veterans Choice program established in the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act. This legislation passed with bipartisan support in the House and Senate and was signed into law last summer. It created a program that allows the government to pay for private care for veterans that live far from VA facilities or are facing wait times longer than 30 days. Since the program went into effect last November, the VA has issued almost eight million Veterans Choice Cards. Since November, “More than 45,000 medical appointments have been scheduled through the Veterans Choice Program, and 45,990 Veterans have requested to receive care using Choice,” according to the VA. This week, the program got even better for rural veterans. The VA announced it will relax the requirements on the distance a patient must live from a VA facility before the government will pay for alternative care. Previously, a patient had to live 40 miles from a VA facility as the crow flies to qualify for access to closer private facilities, an issue that affected numerous veterans in our district. The new guidelines, however, will consider the actual driving distance, meaning veterans will be able to utilize more options for care. This is huge news, not only for veterans in Missouri’s 8th Congressional District, but all across rural America. These improvements to the entire Department of Veterans Affairs could not come soon enough. In an audit released last summer, the Veterans Affairs St. Louis system was ranked 136 out of 141 health systems nationally, the fifth worst in the country. The VA’s $168 billion budget has nearly tripled since 2001, but additional funding has not translated into improved care. That is why I voted for the Veterans Affairs Budget Planning Reform Act of 2015 this week. This bill would provide veterans and taxpayers more accountability and transparency from the VA when it comes to how the department plans to utilize its resources. We can all agree that accountability and transparency are two values that are sorely needed at the department. We owe America’s veterans our undying gratitude, and this effort to reform the Department of Veterans Affairs and improve the care our veterans receive will continue. If you or someone you know is having trouble getting care through the VA, please contact my office for help navigating the system. The men and women of our military have enough to worry about when they are deployed. Their health care should be the least of their worries when they return.
Mtn. View Farmers' Market to open this weekend The Mtn. View Farmers' Market will open Saturday, April 4 at 8 a.m. to closing at 12 noon. For some of the freshest food around there will be lettuce, green onions, mushrooms and hopefully asparagus. There will be some plants for sale including rhubarb,
chives, broccoli, cabbage, kale and raspberry bushes. Other available items are rabbits, soap, jewelry, bean sprouts, knitted and crocheted items, james, jellies, eggs, baked goods, saurkraut, salsa, applebutter and "garden dishes".
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Legislative Matters
As we begin to prepare for spring recess, it is important to note that while session is half over, there is still much to be done; and while the days are numbered, there is still plenty of time to help usher measures through the legislative process. I am confident both Senate Bill 30 and Senate Bill 31, measures I sponsored, will move successfully through the process. Last week, both of the measures were heard by the Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee. Once voted out of the committee, they will return to the Senate floor for a discussion and a final vote before going to the House for consideration. Senate Bill 30 would change the punishment for property owners who knowingly allow underage drinking on their property. As with all legislation, it is a continuous work in progress, therefore I will be proposing changes to increase the penalties for anyone supplying liquor to a person under the age of 21 whether on their property or not. There have been recent tragedies in my Senatorial district involving minors who were provided alcohol illegally, which resulted in serious injury or death. I am sponsoring this legislation in order to penalize those who habitually provide alcohol to minors. Senate Bill 31 consists of two parts. Presently there is no law against the consumption of illegal drugs, and this measure would make it a Class A misdemeanor offense for ingesting a controlled substance. A person commits the offense by intentionally ingesting, inhaling or otherwise takin into the body any controlled substance unless the substance was obtained pursuant to a valid prescription. This legislation also requires a probation officer, who has probable cause to believe a person has violated a condition of their probation or parole, to issue a warrant for the person's arrest. Senate Bill 31 adds a higher level of accountability for those already in the criminal court system. When a person violates a stipulation of their parole or probation, they must suffer harsher consequences, which may result in the filing of additional charges. Senate Bill 1 – More Harm Than Good in 33rd District Four education bills were filed this session that all take different approaches at changing the law that allows students in unaccredited schools transfer to an accredited school. The transfer is at the expense of the transferring school. Committee action combined those four bills creating Senate Bill 1, 22, 49 & 70. The original intent of this legislation became lost and skewed, at least for most in Southwest Missouri, as the bill language changed and shifted priorities and the amendments stacked up. In the end, SB 1, 22, 49 & 70 would cost Missouri taxpayers more than $200 million annually. The way the legislation is currently written, with amendments it would essentially zero out the proposed educational funding increase outlined in the Fiscal Year 2016 budget. That budget included a $70 million increase for the Foundation Formula, though the formula would still not be fully funded. Schools in Southwest Missouri would stand to lose millions of dollars out of their already dwindling state allocated budgets. I am not alone in standing up against the drastic change this legislation has taken. I have been joined by other senators representing districts that are negatively impacted by the proposal. We must provide options for children faced with attending underperforming schools, but this bill no longer provides that opportunity. I would like to thank several dedicated educators from Southwest Missouri for their letter of support placed in the Springfield News Leader. Five area superintendents: John Jungmann, Springfield Public Schools; Jason Dial, Bolivar R-1 Schools; Stephen Kleinsmith, Nixa Public Schools; Kent Medlin, Willard R-2 Schools; Chance Wistrom, Republic Schools; showed their support for our actions and it is most appreciated. WGU Scholarship WGU Missouri, the state affiliate of Western Governors University, is a nonprofit online university that aims to boost college completion among adult Missourians. It offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in business, information technology, teacher education, nursing and health care Western Governor’s University (WGU) Missouri is pleased to bring you the chance to help provide a college scholarship to a constituent in the 33rd Senatorial District. The Believe in Missouri scholarship, worth up to $2,000, will be offered by WGU Missouri for adults going back to college, to be awarded in legislative districts throughout the state. Interested constituents can apply for the scholarship at www.missouri.wgu.edu/believe. As always, I appreciate it when groups from around Missouri and from our community back home come to visit me at the Capitol. If you would like to arrange a time to come and visit me in Jefferson City, or if you ever have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact my Capitol office at (573) 751-1882.
SBTDC to sponsor cash needs workshop April 8 The Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC), hosted by Missouri State UniversityWest Plains, will sponsor the workshop “Predicting Your Company’s Cash Needs ” from 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, April 8, in the Redbud Room at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 Saint Louis St. The three-hour workshop is the last of a three-part financial management series. Although not required, attendance at all three sessions was encouraged, according to SBTDC Coordinator Bronwen Madden. The cost is $99 for each individual workshop or $285 for the full series. To register, visit http://sbtdc.eventbrite.com. “Predicting Your
Company’s Cash Needs” will teach participants the fundamentals of how to create and use a cash budget to prepare for future business performance, Madden said. Those attending will learn how to forecast sales, receivables and expenses, and use a cash budget to create a month-by-month view and calculate BreakEven, as it relates to business expansion, workforce additions or capital expenditures, she explained. 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.
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Death Notices Stella A. Mash Stella Adeline (Barnett) Mash daughter of James Julian Barnett and Cordelia Elizabeth (Jewell) Barnett
was born February 22, 1921 with a twin sister who died as an infant, in Shannon County Missouri. Stella passed away at Mountain View Nursing Home on March 23, 2015 making her age 94 years, 1 month, and 1 day. Stella was united in
marriage to Edwin Wayne Mash June 5, 1958. They enjoyed 40 years of marriage. To their union one daughter, Susan Elaine was stillborn in 1960. Stella was baptized at Forks of the Creek south of Arroll. She attended Summersville Church of Christ until she moved to Mountain View. For many years she worked as a clerk for the Farmers Exchange (MFA) in Summersville. Stella helped Edwin with their milking operation for several years. She would name all the bottle calves she helped to raise. Stella had a way with flowers, from raising them to arranging them, she had the touch. She enjoyed reading and sharing
Eddie Wayne Beaver books with others. Stella spent time doing cross word puzzles, sometimes using an ink pen. Stella was the last of seven siblings. Surviving Stella are her nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss her beautiful smile. Graveside Funeral Services will be held Friday, March 27th, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Summersville City Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday evening, March 26 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Summersville City Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home. Online Condolences may be left at Bradfordfuneralhome. net
Eddie Wayne Beaver, age 68, of Anna, Texas, passed away March 21, 2015, in Plano, Texas. Eddie was born July 28, 1946, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to
Marshall High School in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 1964. Eddie held four records in track and field in distance running during high school. He proudly served in the United States Navy. Eddie was a pilot and mechanic for Skydive Dallas. He was known for his nickname “Road Runner”. Eddie was an avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his wife, Melanie Termine Beaver of Anna, Texas; brothers, Aubrey Joe Beaver and wife, Jo Ann of Sierra Vista, Arizona and Roy Preston Beaver and wife, Homer Wilson and Tellie Janell of Groveland, Florida; Samuel Edith (Jacobs) Beaver. brothers-in-law, He graduated from John Lane Termine of Garland,
Joseph Leroy Head
Joseph Leroy Head, 74, Bobbie Joe "Bob" Bostic son of Roy E. and Auda A memorial service will 2015, at the Mountain View high school as a teacher in (Weaver) Head, was born be held for Bobbie Joe Christian Church at 1 p.m. one-room schoolhouses in "Bob" Bostic, of Mtn. View, Bob was born June 12, 1930 the Fisk, MO area. In 1963 MO, on Saturday, April 11, to the late Robert and Audra he became the elementary Bostic, Fisk, MO and passed school principal of Mtn. away December 30, 2014, in View-Birch Tree R-3 Augusta, GA. School District, Mtn. Bob was married to the View, MO, serving 18 late Maude Lois (Britt) years before retiring Bostic on July 11, 1957 at in 1981. His children, her parents' home in Willow Carolyn L. Bostic and Springs, MO, until her death Robert (Bobby) Bostic, in August 2011. ask any family and friends Bob was a long-time to please attend and help August 15, 1940 in St. Louis, educator beginning after celebrate his life. Missouri. He departed this life Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at his home surrounded A 90-minute, this is a church so the music, drama and video by his loving family. evangelistic drama story doesn’t end on earth. in a fashion that takes Joe was united in marriage designed to “shake your It ends in either heaven or the audience on journey to Carolyn Cooper on June soul” is coming April 18, hell. without a break for 6, 1960 and they shared 54 19, and 20 at Mtn. View After each scene people 90-minutes, The Battle years together. To this union Christian Church. It’s come face to face with takes direct aim at two sons were born, Jeffrey called “The Battle,” and judgment, standing before life’s toughest moments Scott and Jay Loren. it’s not your typical church the Book of Life, an and questions, while Joe graduated from play. Not even close. image that comes from presenting a message Thomasville High School Written and produced several places in the Bible that Jesus is the ultimate with the class of 1959. He by the church itself, The including both the Old answer. It ends not only was a basketball standout Battle depicts intense and New Testaments, but with Jesus victory over scenes of life and death, especially Revelation. It’s Satan, but also with a more as well as heaven and hell a pull-no-punches look traditional altar call as a through the use of special at life and death from a speaker asks the audience effects, video, music, and Christian perspective. to take the message behind even small pyrotechnics “The idea with The the drama to heart, and licensed for indoor use. Battle is not only to challenges people to make Along with over 50 create something that is a decision to put their trust members of cast and crew, an experience to attend, in Jesus. it all comes together in an but to create something The Battle begins on effort to present a message that makes us all think,” Saturday night April of salvation and hope explained Brian Ingalls, 18 at 7 p.m. at Mtn. through Jesus. senior minster at Mtn. View Christian Church. That may sound View Christian Church The show has repeat positive, but the drama who ironically plays performances on Sunday travels through some Satan in the show, “A and Monday nights, April disturbing images to get drama can’t answer 19 and 20. The doors there, all of which come every question or portray open at 6 p.m. each night, from the evening news – everything perfectly, but although seats can be the darkest corners of that it can definitely help us reserved for groups by news. Actors and actresses think seriously about calling Mountain View portray scenes that come where we stand with God, Christian Church at 417straight from the headlines and what we believe.” 934-6843 or reserving of kidnappings, murders, On that score, The them online at www. and tragic accidents, but Battle succeeds. Weaving ijesus.me
'The Battle' coming April 18, 19, 20
Texas and Russell Lee Termine of Norway; sisterin-law, Stephanie Hall of Kansas City, Missouri; and numerous other loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Wanda Jean Barrow. A funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Chapel in Allen, Texas. The family received friends during a visitation from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Monday evening at the funeral home. To convey condolences or to sign an online registry, please visit www. tjmfuneral.com
in high school, receiving many athletic awards. Joe later attended Washington University in St. Louis, O’Fallon Technical College, and numerous lending schools over the years. He spent over 35 years in the lending business, including Production Credit Service, Federal Land Bank, and West Plains Bank. He is preceded in death by his parents; halfbrother, Troyce Reese; and grandparents Ed and Clem Weaver. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn, of the family home; two sons, Jeffrey and wife, Debra, and Jay and wife, Shanna, all of West Plains, Missouri; three grandchildren, Kayla Jo Franks and husband Matthew, Dalton Joseph Head and Lauren Beth Head; step-granddaughter, Jessica Vanderbilt and husband, Billy; three great grandchildren, McKinley
Jo Franks, Hannah and Hailie Vanderbilt; and sister Charlene Sherrill of Pomona, Missouri. Joe loved working with people. He was a member of the Mountain View Birch Tree School Board for 11 years, was the Chamber of Commerce President of Birch Tree, and received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Mountain View Chamber of Commerce in 2005. He attended County Line Pentecostal Church where he served as deacon for many years. Joe enjoyed farming, St. Louis Cardinal Baseball, and loved spending time with his grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 28, 2015 at County Line Pentecostal Church, Birch Tree with Pastor Rick Binkley and Tim Reed officiating. Interment was in Bethlehem Cemetery, Birch Tree. Condolences may be expressed at www. yarbermortuary.com
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Bosom Buddies: Donations needed for survivor's backpacks Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Group will have survived a bitter winter and look forward to Spring. We will meet the first Tuesday in April
Mtn. View Senior Center Easter lunch Join us Friday, April 3 at 11:30 a.m. as the Mtn. View Senior Center will have Easter Lunch with Easter treats and prizes being provided by West Plains Bank. We will have a prize for the best decorated egg and the best decorated eater hat. Judging will be at 12 noon, all entries must be in no later than 11:55 a.m. All entries must be a senior 60 years of age or older or the spouse of a senior 60 years or older. We will have In His NameThe McCollough Family & Ta'Marie, a ministry family team that loves the Lord and enjoys music and drama here to entertain. This will be one event you will not want to miss.
at 5:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Mtn. View located 609 East 5th Street. We have started a new program to meet the needs of all cancer survivors going through chemo therapy in the form of a survivor's backpack. The following items can be donated to the Methodist Church: Small backpacks,
lotion, handwipes, brain games or puzzles, notebook, ink pen, scarf or hat, soft gloves and soft socks, chapstick, toothpaste and toothbrush, tick-tacks or breath mints and a small stuffed animal. You can contact the church at 417-934-5033 or Emalene Coffman at 417934-7220.
Holy Week worship services Please join us for a Communion service on Maundy Thursday, April 2, at 7 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church of Mtn. View. We will hear and reflect upon the words of scripture that describe the last day of Jesus' life. The Presbyterian Church
practices open Communion, and all believers are welcome to share in the sacrament. On Easter Sunday, April 5, we will celebrate the Resurrection as we worship at 11:15 a.m. The church is located at 2nd and Ash in Mtn. View.
Good Friday service at Willow Springs Presbyterian Church April 3 Please join us on Good Friday, April 3 at 7 p.m., for a Communion Service. We will hear and reflect upon the story of Jesus's arrest, trial, and crucifixion as it is found in Luke's Gospel. All are welcome
for this solemn service at the Willow Springs Presbyterian Church, 3rd and Center Streets. We will celebrate the Resurrection on Easter Sunday, April 5. Sunday worship is at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday.
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Howell County Sheriff’s reports are printed directly off reports provided by the Howell County Sheriff’s Office and are public record. Persons arrested for criminal offenses, or charges set forth in an indictment, are merely accusations and they are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
INCIDENTS Monday, March 9, 2015 A female subject came into the sheriff’s office and reported that someone had made transactions on her deceased mother’s debit card. Six transactions were made totaling $342.10 during the course of the investigation it was determine that the reporting party was not the recipient of her mother’s account POD (Pay On Death). Deputies were unable to determine who the POD was for the account and no one has came forward at this time to report this issue other than the reporting party and she does not know either who the POD on the account may be if any. At this time the matter will be closed until someone comes forward to make this report. Thursday, March 12, 2015 WP/HC SWAT assisted the Ozark County Sheriff’s Department and the South Central Drug Task Force in serving a narcotics related search warrant at a residence within Ozark County. Upon securing the residence it was then turned over to officers from the South Central Drug Task Force for the processing of evidence. Sunday, March 15, 2015 Ryan Pettit, 19 of Willow Springs was issued a citation for operating a motor vehicle with a non-valid license. Friday, March 20, 2015 Sheriff deputies were dispatched to a residence in Brandsville for a deceased male. Upon arrival the reporting party notified sheriff deputies that Thomas Tripple, 57 had been found deceased within the residence on Quincey Street. No signs of foul play were observed. The case remains under investigation at this time. Saturday, March 21, 2015 The Howell County Sheriff’s Office responded to the report that a male individual had overdosed on medication at a residence on CR 2980 in Mtn. View. The subject was transported to St. Francis Hospital where he later expired. Monday, March 23, 2015 Deputy Ryan Boyle took an identity theft report from a male subject who advised that someone used his social security number to file a federal tax return. The case remains open pending investigation. Deputy Buddy Thompson responded to a walk-in report of identity theft. Upon arrival he made contact with the reporting party and victim whom who informed that he has been having an on-going issue with creditors attempting collections on accounts that he had no knowledge of nor did he authorize. He informed deputies that he is currently disputing the accounts, and part of the dispute process requires him to file a police report. The matter remains under investigation. Deputy Rick Fox responded to Ozark Sheltered Industries located at CR 1330 in Pomona in reference to a report of stolen telephone service wire. The reporting party stated an estimated 400 feet of wire had been stolen. An investigation is on-going. Deputy Buddy Thompson was dispatched to a domestic disturbance no longer in progress on CR 8800 in West Plains. Upon arrival it was determined that assaults had occurred to both parties. The matter will be forwarded to the Howell County Prosecuting Attorney for review. Wednesday, March 25, 2015 A female subject came into the sheriff’s office and reported her husband’s cell phone was stolen from his vehicle while at work. This incident is still under investigation. A male subject reported three Blue-tick coon dogs were stolen from his residence located at CR 6300 in West Plains. This investigation is still on-going. On the morning of the 25th day of March 2015 the Howell County Sheriff’s Office responded to the report of an unresponsive woman at 1169 East U.S. Highway 160 in West Plains. She was pronounced dead at the scene by Howell County Coroner Tim Cherry. The victim was an elderly female with a history of health issues. COMMITMENTS Friday, March 20, 2015 Christopher Wayne Deshazo, 40 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 3-22-15 for time served. Gloria Kay Thompson, 52 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 3-22-15 for time served. Saturday, March 21, 2015 Christy Lynn Richardson, 46 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 3-2315 for time served. Monday, March 23, 2015 Anthony Dean Cheshire, 46 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 3-25-15 for time served. Tuesday, March 24, 2015 Larry Owen Hornbeck, 25 of Mtn. View was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 3-27-15 for time served. Wednesday, March 25, 2015 Christopher Gale Thompson, 39 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Friday, March 27, 2015 David Alan Bennett, 31 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Amy Marie Howell, 35 of West Plains was booked for a
The Standard News court ordered commitment. Herschell James Payne, 34 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. George Rhody Campbell, 42 of Moody was booked for a court ordered commitment. Kyle Austin Sherman, 22 of Willow Springs was booked for a court ordered commitment. Thomas Calvin Jones, 47 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. Lonnie Wayne Lafferty, 53 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. TRANSFERS Thursday, March 26, 2015 Carl Wayne Delancey, 37 of St. Louis was transferred to the Missouri Department of Corrections. ARRESTS Monday, March 2, 2015 Eileen Donna Hall, 51 of West Plains was arrested for 3 counts of felony failure to appear. She is currently being held without bond. Thursday, March 12, 2015 Kyle James Salamone, 35 of Mammoth Spring, AR was arrested for being a fugitive from out of state. He was transferred to Mtn. Home on 3-23-15. Tuesday, March 17, 2015 Brandon Ty Bingham, 31 of West Plains was arrested for probation/parole violation and being a fugitive from out of state. He was transferred to the Arkansas Department of Corrections on 3-26-15. 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. Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Jose Gaudalupe Porras, 27 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and a West Plains Warrant for 6 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. He is currently being held on a y]$7,130.13 bond. Thursday, March 19, 2015 Shane Michael Polzin, 25 of West Plains was arrested on felony failure to appear. He was released per court order on 3-27-15. Saturday, March 21, 2015 Justin Eric Wilbanks, 25 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for unlawful use of a weapon. He bonded out on 3-23-15. Sunday, March 22, 2015 Damien Eric Short, 33 of Mathias, WV was arrested for non-support. He was released per court order on 3-27-15. Bradley Allen Hurtado, 46 of Alton was arrested for resisting or interfering with arrest/detention/stop and possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. He is currently being held on a $12,500 bond. Monday, March 23, 2015 Cody Wayne Collins, 22 of West Plains was arrested for receiving stolen property; distrib/del/manuf/prod/attempt controlled substance and possession of up to 35 grams of marijuana. He is currently being held without bond. Tuesday, March 24, 2015 Juanita Helen Elfine, 67 of Summersville was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for fraudulently stop payment of an instrument value of $500 or more. She bonded out on 3-24-15 and is to appear in court on 3-30-15. Wednesday, March 25, 2015 David Leon Holbrook, 53 of West Plains was arrested for failure to yield to an emergency vehicle and exceeded posted speed limit. He was released on a summons on 3-25-15 and is to appear in court on 4-13-15. Robert Samuel Marshall, 50 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for probation/parole violation and DWI. He is currently being held without bond. Casey Orian Oshaughnessy, 32 of Mtn. View was arrested on a Shannon County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. She bonded out on 3-25-15 and is to appear in court on 4-28-15.
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 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. Juanita H. Elfine, 67 of Summersville was arrested on Tuesday, March 24 at 11:19 a.m. in Shannon County for felony Howell County warrant for fraudulently stopping payment and speeding. She was taken to the Howell County Jail where she is being held on bond. Michelle R. Weaver, 45 of Licking was arrested on Wednesday, March 25 at 9 a.m. in Texas County for misdemeanor Texas County warrant for failure to appear driving while intoxicated. She was taken to the Texas County Jail where she is listed as bondable. Brandon W. Stark, 30 of Cabool was arrested on Friday, March 27 at 8:42 a.m. in Texas County for 3 felony vehicular assault and 8 misdemeanor traffic warrants from Texas County. He was taken to the Texas County Jail where he is being held on bond. John R. Marlow, 44 of West Plains was arrested on Saturday, March 28 at 3:40 p.m. in Howell County for felony Christian County warrant for possession of methamphetamine. He was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held on bond. ACCIDENTS A two-vehicle accident occurred on Tuesday, March 24 at 1:29 p.m. In Shannon County on Hwy. 60 and Hwy. 19 South in Winona. According to reports a 2009 Dodge Nitro operated by Stella I. Honeycutt, 79 of Winona attempted to cross Hwy. 60 to Hwy. 19 South when a 2013 Ford F-150 Pickup operated by Charles L. Aikens, 29 of Koshkonong impacted the Dodge Nitro on the front right side. Aikens and Honeycutt were both transported by ambulance to Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains with serious injuries. The accident was investigated by Trooper C.L. Davis. A one-vehicle accident occurred on Friday, March 27 at 12:10 p.m. in Shannon County on Hwy. 99 1 mile south of Birch Tree. According to reports a 1997 Chevrolet Camaro operated by Elyjah M. Kellems, 16 of Birch Tree was travelling Northbound when the vehicle ran off the roadway and struck a tree and a fence. Kellems was taken by private vehicle to Mercy Hospital with moderate injuries. The accident was investigated by Trooper C.L. Davis and assisted by Sgt. J.A. Cravens.
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Thursday, March 26, 2015 Michael E. Holmes, 33 of Devils Elbow was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 3-27-15 and is to appear in court on 6-19-15. James Everett Hillhouse, 28 of Brixey was arrested for probation violation. He is currently being held without bond. Eric Malcom Workman, 31 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for felony failure to appear. He is currently being held without bond. Christopher Glen Waldorf, 28 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for forgery and 3 counts of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. He is currently being held on a $12,000 bond. Kevin Dale Henderson, 44 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 3-26-15 and is to appear in court on 4-20-15. Danniel James Chapman Hos, 25 of West Plains was arrested for 2 counts of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana; unlawful use of drug paraphernalia and driving while revoked/suspended. He is currently being held without bond. Jenny Louise Walker, 36 of West Plains was arrested for felony failure to appear. She is currently being held without bond. Priscilla Stokes, 33 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for domestic assault-2nd degree. She is currently being held without bond. Chet David Hockman, 31 of West Plains was arrested on a Shannon County Warrant for probation violation. He is currently being held without bond. Friday, March 27, 2015 Brittnee Latawna Allen, 23 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for 2 counts of abuse of a child; endangering welfare of a child-1st degree and domestic assault2nd degree. She is currently being held on a $20,000 bond. Amy Marie Howell, 35 of West Plains was arrested on a Cole County Warrant for probation violation. She is currently being held on a $406.84 bond. Kathleen Carol Rionuse, 39 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. She is currently being held on a $4,500 bond. Saturday, March 28, 2015 Michael Chance Weldon, 26 of Wasola was arrested for DWI. He was released on a summons on 3-28-15 and is to appear in court on 5-4-15. Jimmy Blake Shipp, 29 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County Warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He is currently being held on a $1,400 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 23, 2015 Derrick M. Hensley, 18 of Clarkton was issued a citation for speeding. Sarah Ann Graham, 22 of Poplar Bluff was issued a citation for speeding. Andrew Lee Dietzel, 21 of Bartlesville, OK was issued a citation for speeding. Tuesday, March 24, 2015 Mark Lee Sullivan, 45 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for speeding. Wednesday, March 25, 2015 Ryan Patrick Clark, 26 of Avondale, AZ was issued a citation for speeding. David Andrew Miller, 53 of Springfield was issued a citation for speeding. Tyler Dennis Johnson, 21 of Redmond, OR was issued a citation for speeding. Friday, March 27, 2015 Odesta Jean Love, 54 of Gadsden, SC was issued citations for speeding and possession of less than 35 grams of marijuana. Saturday, March 28, 2015 Karyn Suzann Sallee, 44 of Danville, KY was issued a citation for knowingly driving while license is suspended/revoked. Robert Farris Renegar, 32 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for failure to display license plates. Monday, March 30, 2015 Bayleigh Payton Phelps, 19 of Mammoth Spring, AR was issued citations for failure to carry required driver's license and driving with no valid driver's license. INCIDENTS Monday, March 23 thru Monday, March 30 Officers took a report of a MVC at Taco Bell parking lot. Caller stated that the person upstairs sounded like they were moving furniture around and it was making a lot of noise while she was trying to sleep. Officers responded and spoke to suspect to resolve issue. Officers were dispatched to Casey's for a report of a suspicious person in front of the store. Officers arrived and made contact with an individual. That person was identified as an employee and officers advised dispatch and cleared the scene. An individual came by MVPD and advised that the storm had disrupted his phone service. He advised that his neighbor's had also lost service. Officers were dispatched to an alarm at the Landmark Bank Operations Building. Upon arrival, contact was made with an employee and the alarm was reset. The manager of Sonic reported that the local kids were causing trouble and not listening to directions concerning Sonic's property. Officers spoke with kids and made them leave premises. Homeowners advised that they had arrived home to find a vehicle sitting in their front yard. The vehicle sped out of their yard when it was noticed. The homeowners told officers that they were concerned that more trespassers were in their field also. No other vehicles were found. Customers at Signal advised that a possible drunk driver had just left the parking lot.
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37th Judicial Circuit Court Proceedings Howell, Shannon, Carter, Oregon County Filings - March 23 through March 30 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 Sexual Misconduct Or Attempt Involving A Child Under 15-1st Offense (Felony): Nikolas J. Johnson of Pomona; Property Damage-1st Degree (Felony): Clay W. Patterson of Alton; Domestic Assault2nd Degree (Felony): Christopher W. Swanson of West Plains; Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $500 Or More But Less Than $25,000 (Felony): Brandon L. Winters of Winona; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Chad L. Green of Willow Springs; Kathleen C. Roinuse of Willow Springs; DWI-AlcoholAggravated Offender (Felony): Robert S. Marshall of West Plains; Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child (Felony): Brittnee Latawna Allen of West Plains; Endangering Welfare Of Child-1st Degree (Felony): Brittnee Latawna Allen of West Plains; Domestic Assault-2nd Degree (Felony): Brittnee Latawna Allen of West Plains; Intentionally Inhale/ Smell The Fumes Or Induce Another To Inhale/Smell The Fumes Of Any Solvents (Misdemeanor): Desiree R. Lachapelle of West Plains; Domestic Assault-3rd Degree-1st/2nd Offense (Misdemeanor): Colton I. W. Minster of Willow Springs; Josey Nazarian of Mtn. View; Non-Support (Misdemeanor): Brian C. Newton of West Plains; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): John E. Brown of West Plains; Darion E. Downen of West Plains; Gary D. Gee of Plano, TX; Matthew T. Cook of Neodesha, KS; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Darion E. Downen of West Plains; Kristie M. Stover of Doniphan; Jesse J. Ford of Willow Springs; Oran J. Thornton of Springfield; Operate A Motor Vehicle In A Careless And Imprudent Manner Involving An Accident (Misdemeanor): Kristie M. Stover of Doniphan; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/ Fastened Safety Belt
(Infraction): Hunter Jack Black of Caulfield; Dooley S. Sansegraw of West Plains; Gary L. Baldridge of West Plains; Jesse J. Ford of Willow Springs; Matthew T. Cook of Neodesha, KS; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH Over (Infraction): Brenda Youngblood of Birch Tree; Gabrielle L. Sorenson of West Plains; Kandis M. Williams of West Plains; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH Over (Misdemeanor): Amber Dawn Campbell of West Plains; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 16-19 MPH Over (Misdemeanor): Gary D. Gee of Plano, TX; Cynthia Lenelle Southards of St. Peters; Nicholas A. Watkins of Mtn. View; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH (Misdemeanor): Matthew T. Cook of Neodesha, KS; Dissolution With Children: Amber O'Tyson of West Plains vs. Damion Clay Cook of Alton; Debra Kay Garcia of West Plains vs. Jose Manuel Garcia of Folkston, GA; Dissolution Without Children: Steven Chowning of Mtn. View vs. Elizabeth Chowning of Mtn. View; Glen Allen Pierce of West Plains vs. Gwendolyn Mae Pierce of Marked Tree, AR; Stacie Lynn Shoup of Willow Springs vs. David Lloyd Shoup of Cabool; Kimberley Smeltzer of Birch Tree vs. David C. Smeltzer of Mtn. View; Brett C. Howell of Mtn. View vs. Crystle J. Wilson of Sedalia; Kenna R. Belcher of Udall vs. Jeffery Herlon Belcher of Pottersville; Suit On Account: CVI Loan Ttrust of Greenville, SC vs. Adam M. Bjorgaard of Pomona; Midland Funding LLC of San Diego, CA vs. Danny Joe Simoneau of West Plains; LVNV Funding LLC of Greenville, SC vs. Jason G. Fouquette of West Plains; Capital One Bank of Carol Stream, IL vs. Rebecca L. Henson of Mtn. View; Midland Funding LLC of San Diego, CA vs. Dustin W. Brill of Marionville; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Katherine Latis and Christopher M. King of Caulfield; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Richie Morris of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Jess D. Loya of Tecumseh; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Amy L. And Larry Mitchell of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Michelle Macnaught of Summersville; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Lekea N. Neal of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Jana Deyl Mayle of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Christina Marie Potter of West Plains; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Randal A. Morse of Couch; Professional Credit Management Inc. of Jonesboro, AR vs. Janet and David Lee Russell of West Plains; Breach Of Contract: Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Shannon M. Steed of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Yvonne Tracy Simpson of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Joye Sanders of Thayer; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Stephen O. Thomas of Winona; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Sara
B. Jackson of Pomona; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Travis Hollis of Alton; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. William and Jean C. Hazlip of Norwood; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Kathi Ann Tackitt of Caulfield; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Jonathon Vick of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Lowell Alan Stewart of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Darlana Joella Winger of Winona; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Miles Thompson of Viola, AR; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Amy D. Smith of Mammoth Spring, AR; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Daniel Max and Georgia Fay Simpson of Alton; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Roger C. Wesley of Mtn. View; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Shyla J. Simpson of Bakersfield; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Nancy A. Wood of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Jeana Sue Evans of West Plains; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Jeremy J. Sheila A. Stewart of Pomona; Ozarks Medical Center of West Plains vs. Jason and Madeline T. Taylor of West Plains. SHANNON COUNTY Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $500 Or More But Less Than $25,000 (Felony): Samantha D. Shipton of Eminence; Ronnie Gale Blake of Winona; Failed To Equip Vehicle With Muffler/Adequate Muffler/Properly Attached Muffler (Infraction): Abdon T. Patino of Fort Worth, TX; Dissolution Without Children: Lacey Melissa Tune of Eminence vs. Michael Tony Tune of Eminence; Small Claims Over $100: Valerie P. And Michael D. Dewitt of Eminence vs. Kenneth R. Tarter of Eminence; GB Trucks LLC of Eminence vs. PHP Peak Performance
of Summersville. CARTER COUNTY Unlawful Possession Of A Firearm (Felony): Paul Gregory Maybearry, Jr. of Van Buren; Non-Support-Total Arrears In Excess Of 12 Monthly Payments Due Under Order Of Support (Felony): James William Baker of Doniphan; Daniel Wesley Muse of Gideon; DWI-Alcohol (Misdemeanor): Gabriel Malique Hill of Van Buren; Fail To Yield To Approaching Vehicle When Turning Left Into Alley/Private Road/Driveway (Misdemeanor): Gabriel Malique Hill of Van Buren; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 1-5 MPH Over: Gwendolyn Dell Ince of Springfield; Lisa Michele Tedder of St. Peters; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 6-10 MPH Over: Mike Saters of Bearborn Heights, MI; David Michael Petrie of Millstadt, IL; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH Over: Candace F. Robertson of Mansfield; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 16-19 MPH Over: Moreen Antana Bromfield of Clarksville, TN; Mathew Reese Lee of Diamond Bar, CA; Clint C. Spidle of Danville, IL; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH Over: Douglas Ray Anderson of Ava; Operate Vehicle On Highway Without Valid Or No License: David Michael Petrie of Millstadt, IL; Suit On Account: Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center LLC vs. Sharon K. Sheedy of Ellsinore. OREGON COUNTY Burglary-2nd Degree (Felony): Jason A. Medlin of Alton; Alma E. Westberry of Alton; Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $500 Or More But Less Than $25,000 (Felony):Jason A. Medlin of Alton; Alma E. Westberry of Alton; Deliver/Attempt To Deliver/Possess/ Deposit/Conceal Controlled Substance
Chad and Abby Casey, Alton, are the parents of a baby girl, Londyn Reese, born March 6 at Ozarks Medical Center (OMC). She weighed 7 pounds 3 ounces and was 20 1/4 inches long. Grandparents are Jeff and Michelle Holman, and Edward and Theresa Casey, all of Alton. James Murrell, Jr. and Katy Palmer, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Gabriel Wade Murrell, born at 7:53 p.m. March 6 at OMC. He weighed 8 pounds 15 ounces and was 21 inches long. His sibling is Beck, 3. Grandparents are Jeff and Amanda Coffel, Jesse and Bobbi Palmer, Vince and Terre Farris, and James and Marcella Murrell, all of West Plains. David and Tiffany Atchison, Alton, are the parents of a baby boy, Sawyer Kane, born at 4:23 p.m. March 8 at OMC. He weighed 11 pounds 5 1/2 ounces and was 23 inches long. His siblings are David, Levi and Mason. Grandparents are Gary Crabtree, Alton; Jane Bettis, Alton; and Viola Atchison, Couch. Tyler Yardley and Jordan Vandiver, West Plains, are the parents of a baby girl, Arianna Jayde Yardley, born at 3:01 a.m. March 10 at OMC. She weighed 6 pounds 13 ounces and was 19 1/4 inches long. Grandparents are Stanley Vandiver, Beverly Vandiver, and Brian and Amanda Yardley, all of West Plains. Stacy Hutchinson and Stacy Dollins, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Malachi Phillip Hutchinson, born at 11:07 a.m. March 11 at OMC. He weighed 7 pounds 1/2 ounce and was 20 inches long. His siblings are Ethan 15, Tristian 12, Stephen 12, Stetson 11, Daphnie 10, Emerald 8, and Xander 6. Grandparents are George and Diane Phillips, Pomona; Ernie and Carol Moore, Mountain Grove; and the late Dorm Hutchinson. Todd and Ashley Kelly, Mountain View, are the parents of a baby boy, Trent Dwain, born at 12:24 p.m. March 11 at OMC. He weighed 8 pounds, and was 21 1/2 inches long. His sibling is Addison, 3. Grandparents are John and Marsha Dale, Mountain View, and Herman and Christine Kelly, Birch Tree. Stetson Holler and Caitlin Ryan, Houston, are the parents of a baby girl, Ashlynn Grace Franklin, born at 12:55 p.m. March 11 at OMC. She weighed 6 pounds 15 1/2 ounces and was 20 inches long. Her sibling is Kaylee, 4. Grandparents are Cheri Ryan, Houston; Thomas Franklin III, Yukon; and Erica Franklin, Yukon. Adam and Audrey Walters, Alton, are the parents of a baby boy, Hudson David, born at 12:56 p.m. March 13 at OMC. He weighed 7 pounds 2 1/2 ounces and was 22 inches long. His sibling is Kammler, 18 months. Grandparents are John Brock, Hardy, Arkansas; Carolyn Brock, Cherokee Village, Arkansas; Chet Walters, San Diego, California; and Robin Lemon, San Diego, California.
At Correctional Facility, City/County Jail or Private Prsion/ Jail (Felony): Alma E. Westberry of Alton; Property Damage-1st Degree (Felony): Jennifer Irene Rutledge of Myrtle; DWI-Alcohol (Misdemeanor): Brandy Alyce Bean of St. Robert; Possession Of Up To 35 Grams Marijuana (Misdemeanor): Janet Sue Dethrow of Koshkonong; Domestic Assault-3rd Degree-1st/2nd Offense (Misdemeanor): Jeremy S. Charbauski of Alton; Pursuing/Taking/ Killed/Possessed Or Disposed Of Wildlife Illegally (Misdemeanor): Patrick Bryar Trevino of Alton; Receiving Stolen Property (Misdemeanor): Michael Lavell Hahn of Thayer; Operate A Motor Vehicle In A Careless And Imprudent Manner (Misdemeanor): Rena Lynn Ford of Alton; Operate Vehicle On
Highway Without A Valid License-1st Offense (Misdemeanor): Rena Lynn Ford of Alton; Owner Operate Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility Or Operator Who Authorized Another To Operate Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Rena Lynn Ford of Alton; Brandy Alyce Bean of St. Robert; Fail To Drive On Right Half Of Roadway When Roadway Was Of Sufficient Width (Misdemeanor): Brandi Simpson of Mammoth Spring, AR; Failure To Register Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): Gerald Glenn Deckard of Alton; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH (Misdemeanor): Nathaniel P. Gullion of West Plains; Shoplifting: Samantha K. Devol of Summersville.
Easier Screening Tests for Colon Cancer
Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any easier alternatives to a colonoscopy to check for colon cancer? I’m in my sixties and would like to be tested, but hate the idea of drinking all that laxative solution, and being sedated for the procedure. Squeamish Jim Dear Jim, It’s a great question. While a colonoscopy is considered the gold standard screening test for detecting colon cancer and is widely recommended once adults reach age 50, only about half of Americans who’ve passed that milestone ever get tested. Why? Because most people, like yourself, dread the allday laxative prep and sedation, not to mention the procedure itself. Fortunately, there are some easier alternatives, but be aware that if these tests uncover any suspicious results, you’ll still need to undergo a colonoscopy. Take-Home Tests There are two different types of tests on the market today that you can take in the privacy of your own home that requires no laxative-taking/bowel-cleansing preparation. The best option is the new FDA approved Cologuard test (see cologuardtest.com), which has a 92 sensitivity rate for detecting colon cancers. With this test you simply take a sample of a bowel movement, and mail it in to the lab for analysis. The lab looks for both blood and cancer-related DNA cells in your stool. The Cologuard test, which is recommended every three years, requires a prescription from your doctor, and costs $599 but is covered by Medicare and many private insurers. If, however, you find that the Cologuard test is not covered by your insurer, and you can’t afford or don’t want to pay the $599 fee, the other option is the fecal occult blood test (FOBT) or the fecal immunochemical test (FIT), which detects 74 percent colon cancers. These tests, which are also provided by your doctor, check for traces of blood in the stool that could indicate cancer or large polyps that can develop into cancer, but they don’t look at the DNA. You simply send a stool sample to the lab. Recommended annually, both of these fecal tests cost only around $25 and are covered by Medicare and most insurers. Less Invasive Tests Two other tests to consider that are less invasive then a colonoscopy but more entailed than the take-home tests are the virtual colonoscopy and the sigmoidoscopy (both tests are recommended every five years). A virtual colonoscopy uses a CT scan to view your colon instead of a scope in the rectum, so it’s a less invasive procedure than a traditional colonoscopy and doesn’t require sedation. But, it still requires the same bowel-cleansing prep. It’s also more expensive, typically costing between $400 and $800 and is not covered by Medicare or most insurers. A sigmoidoscopy exam, which is covered by Medicare and most insurers, uses a short, flexible scope inserted in the rectum like a colonoscopy to look at the lower colon only. This is a much faster and less involved procedure than a colonoscopy and one that doesn’t require sedation. You follow a clear liquid diet the day before the exam and take a laxative or enema the morning of. Colon Cancer Numbers Colon cancer, which develops slowly over several years without causing symptoms especially in the early stages of the disease, is the second largest cancer killer in the U.S., killing around 50,000 Americans a year. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force – an independent panel of medical experts that advises the government on health policies – recommends colon cancer screening to all adults, ages 50 to 75. Earlier screenings are recommended to people who have an increased risk due to family history or other factors. Experts believe that as many as 20,000 lives could be saved each year, if the screening rate went up to 90 or 95 percent. 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.
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Lady Eagles soccer dominate first week of play by Laura Wagner
boasting 25 players, six of those being seniors, Liberty will be a force to be reckoned with this season. The Lady Eagles are back Seniors Kelsey Caldwell, in action and looking better Mikayla Daniels and Junior than ever. With a roster Courtney Thomas are big Mountain View Standard News laura@mvstandard.com
Senior #14 Natalie Henry had a strong showing during the Branson game and is a top scorer for the Lady Eagles will sit out for the next few games due to complications from a concussion earlier in the season. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)
additions to the team. This will be their debut at the high school level but the girls are no stranger to the game having played together for numerous years in recreational and competition leagues. Returning players Kailyn Daniels, Taylor Pulliam, Bailey Wagner, Jessica Mantel, Hanna Vines, Shelby Yarber and Natalie Henry will bring speed, skill, knowledge and a tenacity to win. All in all, it looks like a great year to be an Eagle. The season began with the Lebanon Tournament on March 20. This was the first time the Lady Eagles have participated in the Lebanon Tournament and had the Lady Eagles pitted against some very powerful teams. The Lady Eagles fell 0-4 to Lebanon. Recovering to play Southern Boone on March 21, the Lady Eagles rallied hard but in the end fell 2-3. Ending the tournament on a high note for the Lady Eagles
Liberty Eagles Baseball starts the season 1-1 by Brian Ingalls
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Much like the weather, the first two games for Liberty Eagles baseball were both hot and cold. It started well for the Eagles at the “Wood-bat Tournament” in Eminence on Saturday, March 21 when Liberty shut-out Alton with a 6-0 victory, but last Tuesday, the Eagles stumbled on road against Norwood after uncharacteristic errors helped the Pirates to a 12-2 win. Rain and cold temperatures paused the season for the rest of the week, leaving the Eagles 1-1 to start the year as they came back home for games this week against Van Buren and Dora. The tournament in Eminence began with what amounted to an exhibition game for Liberty against Greenville. That game wouldn’t count against the season and it allowed the Eagles to give some pitching time to Dakota Millard, Jansen Acklin, and Corbin Dewick, while also working on various aspects of their defense. Defensively, the Eagles played well most of the game, but did give up three runs when a double by Greenville’s second baseman drove in three runs. Greenfield’s only other score came at the end of the game as the Eagles took advantage of the exhibition to work on their pick off play at third. The ball got away and allowed a run, giving Greenfield a 4-0 exhibition victory. The Eagles found some offense at the plate in their first official game of the season, and hopefully got a taste of things to come when Cale Cornman pitched a no-hitter, totaled 13 strikeouts, and dominated the Alton Comets. Meanwhile the Eagles got two doubles from Dewick, another from Zack Heilig, plus hits from Gavin Tharp and Joey Rodriguez to put the Comets away 6-0 in five innings. Alton bounced back the following week to edge Willow Springs 8-7, but the Eagles struggled in their next game against Norwood on Tuesday. In the first two innings, six errors by the Eagles and six hits by the Pirates gave Norwood a 11-0 lead. Liberty’s defense settled in from there, allowing only one more run, but the Eagles could only manage two runs for the game as the Pirates cruised to a 12-2 win. An unscheduled break followed those games last week after rainy conditions
postponed the contest at Winona on Thursday. That game was rescheduled to April 8 for a varsity-only game, and scheduling conflicts also forced the Eagles to pull out of the wood-bat tournament in Van Buren this weekend. The rest of the schedule remains intact, however. The Eagles prepared for their home opener last Tuesday against Van Buren, followed by another home game against Dora on Thursday. Details of those games will be in next week’s edition of the Standard News. Liberty is back on the road the following week with games against Bakersfield, Winona, and Mountain Grove. If the Eagles needed anything after three games, it was more offense. They got little to none against a salty Greenfield team in the exhibition. In fact, the Eagles were three-up and three-down for the first five innings. They struck-out eleven times during that span against a Greenfield team that gave up only one run all weekend. Greenfield meanwhile, found offense in a variety of ways. They loaded the bases in the third inning without getting a hit after a batter was hit by pitch, another walked, and a third runner reached first on an error. A double by Greenfield’s second baseman cleared the bases for a 3-0 lead. The Eagles shut Greenfield down the rest of the game until that meaningless run in final inning made the final score a 4-0 shutout. For their part, the Eagles finally put some runners on base in the sixth but couldn’t capitalize. Kole Orchard reached first, but was thrown out attempting to steal second. Acklin singled with two outs, but was forced out at second after Cornman grounded to the short-stop. The offense showed up in the game that counted, thanks to some good base-running especially. Liberty took a quick 2-0 lead against Alton in the first inning after Acklin and Cornman were walked, and Dewick hit a double to drive in both players. Joey Rodriguez started the second inning by reaching first with a walk, and doubles by Zach Heilig and Acklin brought him around for a 3-0 Liberty lead. Cornman walked again in the third inning, eventually working his way around the bases and scoring on an error. Liberty added two more runs in the fifth to make it 6-0 when Cornman and Millard both walked and eventually scored thanks to a
double by Dewick and singles by Rodriguez and Tharp. Alton never had a chance against Cornman who struck out 8 of his first 10 batters. The junior pitcher was efficient all day, never throwing more than 17 pitches in any inning and allowing only four batters to reach base. Two of those reached base on errors. Liberty finished with a 6-point victory that wasn’t as close as the score appeared. Things didn’t go as well Tuesday on the road at Norwood. After two quick outs, both Cornman and Millard singled in the first inning but were stranded on base when Dewick grounded out to the short-stop. From there it was all downhill. Weston Chadwell led off for Norwood and reached first after being hit by a pitch. Liberty threw the next two batters out at first, but getting that third out became a problem. It’s called a two-out rally, and for Norwood it started with walk by Dalton Rein. Levi Mason and Matt Davis followed with singles to drive in the runners. Mason and Davis were both able to score as well, thanks to three consecutive errors by the Eagles. It happened again in the second inning. This time a two-out rally resulted in seven more runs for the Pirates. After sending the first two batters back to the bench, the Eagles gave up four hits and committed three errors as the next 10 batters reached base. Seven of them scored until Liberty finally got that third out on a fly-ball to right field caught by Tharp. The result was an 11-0 run by the Pirates and the damage was done. The Eagles came back with two runs in the third after singles by Acklin, Cornman, and Millard. But the Liberty bats went silent in the fourth and fifth innings, as the Eagles went three-up and three-down in each. The Pirates added another run in the fourth for a 12-2 final score. After the cold weather last week gets replaced by warmer weather this week, the Eagles hope to bounce back and get hot themselves. It never hurts playing at home either. LIBERTY STATS AGAINST ALTON: Acklin 1 single, 1 steal, 1 run; Cornman 3 runs; Millard 1 run; Dewick 2 doubles, 2 rbi’s; Rodriguez 1 run, 1 steal, 1 single; Tharp 1 single, 1 steal; Heilig 1 double; STATS AGAINST NORWOOD: Acklin 1 single, 1 run; Cornman 2 singles, 1 run; Millard 2 singles.
Senior #5 Jessica Mantel moves in for the kill during the first half of play against the St. James Lady Tigers. Mantel shoots and scores from 15 yards out for the second goal of the game. (Photo: Standard/Wagner) they took on Crocker handily defeating the team 6-0. The tournament was a good warm up for the Lady Eagles who, despite having a big roster, most of the players have not seen much time on the field. Diving into the regular season, the Lady Eagles hosted the Branson Lady Pirates on Tuesday, March 24. The weather was not cooperating for either team as temperatures dipped then rose, rain moved in then out and the wind was merciless. Branson, who was 2-0 entering this game, kicked off but the Eagles quickly moved in to gain possession of the ball. The Lady Eagles dominated possession of the ball for the majority of the first half firing off numerous shots at goal. It wasn't until the second half when the Lady Eagles scored in the 44th minutes of the game. The play came from Natalie Henry who pushed the ball down field, passed to Courtney Thomas who shot. The shot was deflected by Branson's keeper but Thomas remained in play to slip it by for a 1-0 lead. The second goal of the game came during the 68th minute. The
Lady Eagles took a corner kick by Jessica Mantel who rocketed the ball to Thomas who once again scored for the Eagles. The game came to an end with a victory for the Lady Eagles 2-0 over the Lady Pirates. On a beautiful, but chilly Thursday, the Lady Eagles hosted the St. James Lady Tigers. The Tigers entered the game relatively fresh with a record of 0-0 who had their first game of the season against Newburg cancelled. Last year the Lady Eagles defeated the Lady Tigers 10-0 with a mercy rule in the first half and later that season 10-0 with a mercy rule in the second half. The game began with St. James kicking off but once again the Lady Eagles jumped in taking possession seconds after kick-off. Senior Kelsey Caldwell struck first in the 11th minute of the game from 20 yards out. Jessica Mantel followed 8 minutes after the first goal with a cross from 15 yards. Taking the Lady Eagles lead up 3-0 was Thomas who blasted one off the keeper and into the box. A mere two minutes later, Thomas struck again
taking the Lady Eagles lead to 4-0. Junior Bailey Wagner, who was positioned as a defender, snaked through the Tigers passing off to Senior Mikayla Daniels who shot and scored. Ending the first half with just four minutes to go Senior Kelsey Caldwell took the Lady Eagles to a comfortable 6-0 lead. The second half of play began with Jessica Mantel scoring two minutes in for a 7-0 lead. The ball was played back and forth as the Tigers struggled to hold the Eagles at bay. In the 53 minute of play, Daniels struck again. This time the Lady Tigers answered back with a great play by a freshman Lady Tiger who sped past the Eagles defense to score their first goal of the game. Feeding off her momentum, the Tigers hit again with 12 minutes left in the second. Wagner would finish the game passing to Daniels who scored for a 9-2 lead and the victory. " I think we improved a lot over the course of the week. We got off to a rough start but things are starting to come together nicely, and the girls are getting used to playing together," commented Head Coach Joey Spittler on the Lady Eagle's performance. The Lady Eagles have a solid team incorporating teamwork with well executed passes, strong shots at goal and a fearless attitude on the field. With players on the bench to sub, something the team has lacked in past years, this looks to be a banner year for the Lady Eagles. Moving on in the season, the Eagles will travel to West Plains on Monday, April 6, to Rogersville on Thursday, April 9, to Marshfield on Junior #9 Courtney Thomas weaves in and Monday, April 13 and to out of the Branson Lady Pirates. Thomas scored two Laquey on Tuesday, April 14. goals for the game. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)
WP Bank employees offer banking scholarship The employees of West Plains Bank and Trust Company are launching a new scholarship program for a graduating senior attending either West Plains High School or Liberty High School. Established in late 2014, the West Plains Bank and Trust Company Employee Scholarship Fund was created by Bank employees with the purpose of supporting college-level study for young people interested in the field of banking. “The funds for this scholarship come directly out of the pockets of our employees who view encouraging young people to pursue a career in banking as a means of ensuring a successful future for our industry,” said David M.
Gohn, West Plains Bank and Trust Company President and Chief Operating Officer. “A career in banking offers a rewarding opportunity to support community growth and help customers achieve their goals. We are excited to help encourage young people to choose this path.” According to Gohn, a one-time scholarship in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded for a 2015 West Plains High School or Liberty High School graduating senior. “Our intention is to grow the program in subsequent years,” Gohn said. Applications are available from counseling staff at each high school or at West Plains Bank and Trust Company locations. Completed applications, along with
supporting documents, must be received or postmarked no later than April 20, 2015. For additional information regarding the West Plains Bank and Trust Company Employee Scholarship Fund, call 417-256-2147 and ask to speak to a member of the scholarship committee. West Plains Bank and Trust Company opened its doors to customers in 1883, making it the oldest continually operating business in the area. With 132 years of service to the local region, total assets of West Plains Bank and Trust Company have grown to more than $336 million with six locations. For additional information, visit www.westplainsbank. com or call 417-256-2147.
22nd annual Grizzly Sports Banquet set for April 7 Awards and accolades will abound at the 22nd annual Missouri State UniversityWest Plains Grizzly Sports Banquet, set for 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 7, in the Magnolia Room of the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St.
Louis St. Individual and team awards will be presented for the Grizzly basketball and volleyball programs, and highlights of the basketball and volleyball teams during their past seasons will be
recalled. Grizzly Cheer Team members also will be honored. In addition, former Grizzly Volleyball standout Amy Lusk Sheble (2004-05) will be inducted into the Grizzly Hall of Fame during the
proceedings. Tickets are $20 each. For more information, contact Missouri State-West Plains Dean of Student Services Dr. Angela Totty at 417-2557255 or e-mail AngelaTotty@ MissouriState.edu.
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Refuge part of MDC's Peck Ranch Area to close temporarily
Ensuring the population reason behind the upcoming Conservation’s (MDC) Peck will be closed April 1-July the elk calving period. Peck automobile route is included stability of a popular wildlife closure of the refuge area at Ranch Conservation Area. 1 to minimize stress and Ranch is home to 125 elk, in the area that will be closed resident is the primary the Missouri Department of Peck Ranch Area’s refuge human interference during the majority of which roam to the public. on Peck Ranch’s 11,500-acre Peck Ranch’s refuge will refuge. The spring closing also be closed Oct. 10-11, of Peck Ranch’s refuge has Oct. 24-26, Nov. 14-24 and been an annual occurrence Dec. 5-6 to accommodate The first paddlefish in a telephone interview giant to the surface and when collected from Table Rock since MDC’s elk restoration deer hunting opportunities snagging trip for Andy Monday. it was apparent what he had Lake and eggs are removed Belobraydic III will be one Belobraydic had hooked, Belobraydic said from the fish. The eggs are project began in 2011. during those time periods. For more information, call he’ll remember for the rest previously snagged non- one of his friends turned to incubated at MDC’s Blind Public access will still be of his life. game fish, but he had never him and repeated the famous Pony Hatchery and the allowed to the approximately the Peck Ranch Conservation The 33-year-old snagged paddlefish until line from the movie “Jaws.” resulting fry are reared in 12,000 acres of the area Area, 573-323-4249 or Richwoods resident turned his friends talked him into “You’re going to need a the hatchery and the young that are outside the area’s MDC’s Ozark Regional an already successful day taking a trip to Table Rock bigger boat.” paddlefish are released into marked refuge fence. (Peck Office in West Plains, 417on Table Rock Lake into on Saturday. Before he “I told my buddies to take Lake of the Ozarks, Table Ranch Conservation Area 256-7161. People can also an unforgettable one by hooked into the state-record, a picture of it in the water,” Rock Lake and Truman Lake encompasses more than get information about the snagging a state-record Belobraydic had already Belobraydic said, “because I later in the summer. It’s an 23,000 acres in Shannon Peck Ranch Area online at paddlefish Saturday. snagged two paddlefish. knew if I couldn’t get it in the example of how MDC works and Carter counties.) the “Atlas” feature of MDC’s Belobraydic’s behemoth He released the second one boat, no one was ever going to with the state’s citizens and Peck Ranch’s elk-viewing website. weighed 140 pounds, 9 because it was too small believe this.” Thirty minutes for them to sustain healthy ounces; breaking the old (Missouri fishing regulations after initially hooking it, forests, fish and wildlife. record of 139-4 caught in allow anglers to keep two Belobraydic finally boated Beginning this year, MDC 2002 at Table Rock. The paddlefish). As soon as he the fish. It was then taken is conducting a five-year fish, which was caught on the hooked his third paddlefish to the Missouri Department tagging project. This will James River arm of the lake of the day, he knew lack of of Conservation’s (MDC) help biologists learn more in Stone County, measured size wasn’t going to be a Shepherd of the Hills Fish about the habits of the state’s 56 ¾ inches in length and problem. Hatchery near Branson paddlefish and how anglers had a girth of 43 ¾ inches. “It felt like I hooked into a where it was weighed on a are enjoying this unique “I’m still sore this log,” he said. Fifteen minutes certified scale. The catch was fishing opportunity. Anglers morning,” Belobraydic said of work finally brought the officially certified as a state who catch fish tagged with record Monday morning. a jaw tag may be eligible “I love Missouri,” said for a cash prize. Anglers Belobraydic, who has lived who catch a tagged fish can in the state since 2012. send the tag to the Missouri “I should have moved to Department of Conservation, Missouri years ago.” 3815 E. Jackson Blvd. Belobraydic’s state- Jackson, MO 63755. record catch is a product For more information of MDC’s paddlefish about snagging for paddlefish Calving - The refuge portion of the Missouri management. Because in Missouri and about the Department of Conservation's Peck Ranch Conservation of changes man-made state’s tagging project, Area will be closed from April 1 through July 1. This is impoundments have brought go to http://mdc.mo.gov/ one way to increase the chance of elk calving success, which will be taking place in the refuge during this period. to Missouri’s waterways, the node/17769 state’s paddlefish population is no longer self-sustaining. Today, the population is maintained through artificial Paddlefish - Andy Belobraydic III caught this means by MDC. Each 140-pound, 9-ounce state-record paddlefish at Table spring, a small number of egg-bearing females are Rock Lake on Saturday. Feeder Cattle Auction 208.00-214.00; 700-800 lbs 124.50 100.00-106.00 Report for 03/24/2015 Boning 80-85 105.00204.00-207.50; Pkg 14 hd Receipts: 5233 Last 755 lbs replacement heifers 115.00 115.00-127.00 week: 4906 Year Ago: 220.00; 800-850 lbs 202.50- 97.00-105.00 4188 Outstanding Individual 205.00, replacement heifers Compared to last week, 207.50-212.50. Medium 133.50 Burr Edde III of Malta Bend Bass Pro, but it didn’t survive stretched across a section of feeder steers traded 3.00-5.00 and Large 1-2 300-400 lbs Lean 85-90 100.00became Missouri’s most recent long enough. “It’s too big to water and secured at both ends. higher withyearling steers 275.00-295.00; 400-450 lbs 107.00 108.00-121.00 record-breaking angler when actually have mounted, but I’m A series of shorter drop lines 6.00-9.00 higher. Feeder 256.00-275.00; 450-500 lbs 87.00-100.00 he landed a giant blue catfish getting a replica made.” are attached to it every several heifers were 4.00-8.00 higher 242.50-260.00; 500-550 lbs Outstanding 125.50on a stretch of the Missouri Missouri record fish are feet with baited hooks at the River in Saline County using recognized in two categories: free ends. Other alternative with yearling heifers steady 232.00-256.00; 550-600 lbs 127.00 Slaughter Bulls: Yield a trotline. The new “alternative pole-and-line and alternative methods include: throwlines, to 2.00 higher. Demand was 215.00-232.50, pkg 8 hd method” record blue catfish methods. Trotlines are limb lines, bank lines, jug good on a heavy supply. The 556 lbs thin fleshed 237.00; Grade 1-2 1115-2265 lbs caught by Edde on March 21 considered an alternative lines, spearfishing, snagging, supply consisted of 57 percent 600-700 lbs 200.00-227.00; average dressing 132.00weighed 120 pounds, 8 ounces, method in Missouri and consist snaring, gigging, grabbing, steers and bulls and43 percent 700-800 lbs 183.50-202.50; 138.00 per cwt, high dressing with a length of 55 and 1/8 of a length of heavy fishing line archery, and atlatl. heifers with 42 percent of the 800-900 lbs 170.00-183.00; 140.00-158.00, low dressing inches and a girth of 45 inches. offering weighing over 600 900-950 lbs 157.00-178.00. 115.00-132.00. Edde used cut Asian carp as lbs. Bred Cows: Medium and Medium and Large 2 350-400 bait. Feeder Steers: Medium lbs 240.00-260.00; 400-500 Large 1-2 2-7 yr old 888The new giant broke the and Large 1 200-250 lbs lbs 242.50-252.50; 500-600 1755 lb cows in 2nd-3rd stage previous alternative-method 375.00-395.00; 250-300 lbs lbs 200.00-216.00; 600-700 2000.00-2450.00 per head, state-record blue catfish of 117 350.00-365.00; 300-350 lbs lbs 187.50-207.50; Pkg 8 hd 1st stage 1900.00-2100.00 pounds caught more than 50 350.00-377.50, fancy pkgs 789 lbs 176.00. Large 1-2 per head; Short-solid mouth years ago on the Osage River 392.50-395.00; 350-400 lbs 350-400 lbs 283.00-287.00; 1105-1210 lb cows in 2ndin 1964. 335.00-370.00; 400-450 lbs 500-550 lbs 225.00-247.00; 3rd stage 1800.00-1950.00 Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) staff 300.00-338.00; 450-500 lbs 600-700 lbs 202.50-207.50. per head. Medium and verified the record-weight fish 294.00-322.50, fancy pkgs Feeder Bulls: Medium Large 2 2-6 yr old 1058on March 25 using a certified 330.00-332.50; 500-550 lbs and Large 1 450-500 lbs 1380 lb cows in 1st-3rd stage scale at Bass Pro corporate 284.00-305.00; 550-600 lbs 285.00-297.00; 600- 650 lbs 1600.00-1900.00 per head; headquarters in Springfield. 263.00-293.00; 600-700 lbs 228.00-237.50; 700-750 lbs 7 yrs to broken mouth 972The fish was preserved on ice 238.00-264.00; 700-800 lbs 207.50-218.00. Medium 1295 lb cows in 2nd-3rd for official weighing. 217.50-247.00; 800-900 lbs and Large 1-2400-450 lbs stage 1300.00-1700.00 per “Oh my goodness! That’s a 198.50-209.00. Medium 275.00-285.00; 450-500 lbs head. Medium 1-2 2-7 yr big fish,” Edde recalled when and Large 1-2 300-400 lbs 240.00-270.00; 500-550 lbs old 665-1270 lb cows in 1sthe first saw the giant. “How 300.00-330.00; 400-500 lbs 238.00-257.50; 550-600 lbs 3rd stage 1100.00-1700.00 am I going to get this one into 270.00-300.00; 500-550 lbs 225.00-257.00; 600-650 lbs per head. the boat?! It was definitely an experience of a lifetime to catch 250.00-280.00; 550-600 lbs 215.00-234.00;650-700 lbs Stocker and Feeder Cows: one that big. I was blessed. And 243.00-265.00; 600-650 lbs 205.00-225.00. Medium and Large 1-2 there are still lots of them out 224.00-250.00; 650-700 lbs Cow and Bull Auction Open or unchecked cows and there!” 210.00-238.00; 700-800 lbs Report for 03/25/2015 heiferettes, 18 to 24 months The longtime angler said he 197.50-222.00; 800-900 lbs Receipts: 913 Last old 650-1160 lb heifers would have liked to release the Blue Catfish - Burr Edde III (left) of Malta Bend stands 187.50-198.00; 900-1000 lbs Week: 1013 Year Ago: 145.00-190.00 per cwt; 2-3 record fish back to the river or with his 120-pound-8-ounce record blue catfish hanging 165.50-181.00; Pkg 11 hd 1462 yr old 860-1270 lb heifers donate it to the fish tanks at from a scale. His stepson Lucas Miller is on the right. 1055 lbs 165.00. Medium Compared to last week, 124.00-180.00 per cwt; 4-7 and Large 2 350-400 lbs slaughter cows and bulls yr old 760-1165 lb cows 250.00-285.00; 400-500 lbs traded 2.00-4.00 higher 122.50-165.00 per cwt. 240.00-267.50; 500-600 lbs with most of the gain on Cow-Calf Pairs: Medium 225.00-250.00; 600-650 lbs lean cows and high dressing and Large 1-2 2-6 yr old “Managing Your specialist with University of “Opportunities and 207.50-230.00; Pkg 5 hd bulls.Demand was good 900-1155 lb cowswith Livestock Operation During Missouri Extension. Challenges with Custom Times of Prosperity” begins Discussion topics at the Grazing,” by Jason Salchow 714 lbs 192.00; 800-850 lbs on a moderate supply of 200-350 lb calves 2550.00replacement stock and a 2800.00 per pair; 7 yr to at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, April seminar should be of interest DVM and custom grazer, 170.00-175.00. Feeder Holstein Steers: heavy supply of slaughter short-solid mouth 878-1268 7, at the Mountain Grove to all cattle producers and from Billings. VFW Hall. The one-day will include four different “Dairy Grazing Large 3 Pkg 5 hd 571 lbs cows. The supply consisted lb cows with 150-350 lb 2100.00-2400.00 seminar is being hosted speakers and topics. Apprenticeship Program,” 178.00;Pkg 5 hd 648 lbs of 44 percent slaughter calves by University of Missouri “Using Your Checkbook led by Duane Kaiser, Missouri 155.00; Pkg 6 hd 669 lbs cows, 22 percent bred cows, per pair. Several packages Extension and the Wright Wisely to Plan for the Future Education Coordinator for 168.00. 9 percent cow/calf pairs, 6 of 3n1 deals with cows in and Texas County Soil of Your Cattle Business,” the Apprenticeship Program. Feeder Heifers: Medium percent slaughter bulls, 4 1st-2nd stage with nursing and Water Conservation by Wesley Tucker, ag Lunch will be provided to and Large 1 200-300 lbs percent stocker/feeder cows calf. 2-5 yr old 980-1325 Districts. business specialist with MU participants. The registration 327.00-360.00; 300-400 lbs and 14 percent calves. lb cows with 300-400 lb “The program will follow Extension in Bolivar. fee for the seminar is $20. 292.50-320.00; 400-450 lbs calves 3000.00 per pair. Slaughter Cows: a format similar to advanced “Making Investments Pre-registration can be made 275.00-288.00; 450-500 lbs Medium and Large 2 2 yr Percent Lean Average grazing schools held in recent in the Cow Herd Today by contacting the Wright 250.00-265.00; 500-550 lbs - short-solid mouth 700Dressing High Dressing years. However, attendance to Capture Value in the County Extension Center at 1030 lb cows with 100-250 will not be limited to past Future,” by Justin Sexten, (417) 741-6134 or the Texas 250.00-264.00; 550-600 lbs Low Dressing Breaking 70-80 lb calves 1650.00-2000.00 grazing school attendees,” state beef specialist with MU County Extension Center at 229.00-255.00; 600-650 lbs 236.00-252.00; 650-700 lbs 106.00-114.00 115.00- per pair. said Ted Probert, dairy Extension in Columbia. (417) 967-4545.
Richwoods angler catches state-record
Malta Bend man lands record 120-pound blue catfish
'Managing Your Livestock Operation During Time of Prosperity' seminar in Mtn. Grove April 7
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WORLD'S LARGEST GUN SHOW - April 11 & 12 - Tulsa, OK Fairgrounds. Saturday 8-6, Sunday 8-4. WANENMACHER'S TULSA ARM SHOW. Free appraisals. Bring your guns! www. TulsaArmsShow.com 4-1-15-1t-SWC
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. 3-25-15-2t-pd
Mother passed away - BIG Inside Yard Sale. Friday 7am5pm and Saturday 7am-1pm. 301 East 4th Street. 4-1-15-1t-pd
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Sunshine after reading his Sunshine Law pamphlet, he knew they were in violation and would need to move the item to open session in an upcoming meeting. Changes to the employee insurance is just one more
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
From Page One potential change/cut that employees of the district are facing along with frozen salaries, with what will be three consecutive years next school year. During the March 2015 meeting board members
approved changes made to the Salary Protocol for the 2015-2016 with the notation that the Salary Protocol will be revisited and possibly revised before the 2016-2017 school year. The motion passed unanimously.
Mercy St. Francis Mtn. View
Easter Egg Hunt held
West Plains Bank donates to Good Samaritan Care Clinic
Donation - West Plains Bank and Trust Company Liberty Branch recently made a $1,000 donation to the Good Samaritan Clinic in Mtn. View. On hand for the presentation were, from left, West Plains Bank and Trust Company Assistant Vice President/Loan Officer Heather Chowning, Good Samaritan Clinic Administrator Sheri Noble, Medical Director Jon W Roberts, D.O., and West Plains Bank and Trust Company Vice President/ Branch Manager Jolene Howell. The Good Samaritan Clinic is facing drastic funding cuts and, as a result, possible closure. Monthly operational costs for the clinic total $8,000, not including lab services, which are provided by Mercy St. Francis Hospital. The Good Samaritan Clinic has provided medical and dental services to the uninsured for 11 years. For additional information or to make a donation to the Good Samaritan Clinic, call Dr. Roberts at 417-247-7248 or email drjwrob@hotmail.com
Easter Egg Hunt - The cold weather didn't dampen the spirits of youngsters ready to hunt Easter Eggs on Saturday, March 28 at the annual Mercy St. Francis Easter Egg Hunt. Hundreds of children eagerly lined the fields waiting for their chance to find the "Golden Egg". One winner out of each age division who found the "Golden Egg" won a new bike. Winners are pictured above, 1-3 Division: Johnwilliam Goldsmith; 4-6 Division: Annabelle Clopton and 7-9 Division: Bela Holzer. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)