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Lamar Democrat/Rayma Bekebrock Davis Painting the town red is not just for sports any more. Lamar Middle School students painted the town red for success on the MAP Test. Go team!
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The Lamar Democrat has come Globe, giving her 35 years experience regarding ad sales, she can be under new owners. Two investors in working for newspapers. reached at 682-5529, ext. 11. from Chicago, Ill. took an interest in Heather Gerths is also a lifelong She also has her Bachelor of this small town paper, and the sale Science in Sociology from Missouri Lamar resident and graduate of Lamar was completed on May 1. Southern State University, but her High School. She came to work for Three Barton County locals, love of newspapers has kept her the Lamar Democrat when she was M e l o d y in high school Metzger, and after a S h a r i e short hiatus Voorhees and away, the Heather Gerths Democrat was are responsible very fortunate for running to have her the paper. Also return. She is contributing to in charge of the paper will laying out ads be Richard and is very Cooper and proficient Chris Morrow. at what she Melody does. She is Metzger, who Pictured, left to right, are Sharie Voorhees, Heather Gerths and Melody Metzger. also in charge will be in charge of daily operations, where she is, at the helm of the of composing special sections will be the one to contact if anyone Lamar Democrat. and pages, and is extremely has any questions. Melody was born Sharie Voorhees is a lifelong knowledgeable in all areas of in Lamar, but moved away at a very Lamar resident and is well known computer design. early age; however, her family ties among its citizens. She will chiefly Richard Cooper was originally have always been in Barton County. be in charge of sales and will be the from Barton County and resided She returned to Lamar in 1981 person to speak to regarding ads. She in Sedalia for several years before and started working for the Lamar is a Lamar High School graduate and returning to his “roots”. He is Democrat in 1984. Before moving very proud of being a “Lamar Tiger”! a retired school teacher who is knowledgeable regarding to Lamar, she was employed by the Sharie will also be seen around town very Dallas Times Herald newspaper in taking pictures and covering various Dallas, Texas, as well as the Joplin events. If anyone has any questions see STAFF, page 8
The Lamar R-1 School Board heard from Joe Kinder, a representative from the George K. Bum and Company, about the bonds. He explained as to how the sale of the bonds work so the school can get the money and get started on the building project. After hearing this the board voted unanimously to approve the agreement. Those voting were Dale Norwood, Charles Winslow, Karen Hines, Arty Torbeck, Marilyn Selvey, Randy Day and Kurt Swartz. Piper Stewart, a representative from the Special Education Co-operative, explained how the coop works and as to what it does for the students. The coop includes nine school districts inculding Avilla, Dadeville, Everton, Golden City, Greenfield, Jasper, Lamar, Liberal and Lockwood. Amy Rand and Melissa Smith from Crowder College thanked the board for letting Crowder have classes in Lamar. Then they went on to tell of two new ways high school students can get college credits while still in school. One way is called Dual Credit, which allows a student to receive both high school and college credits during normal class hours. Then the other way is called
Dual Enrollment, which allows students to take college classes via online or at any Crowder College campus to obtain college credits. These courses are available for students in grades 11 and 12. The board then heard from representatives of OPS, Operational Professional Services. They are a janitorial service. They come in and hire and pay for the staff and bring their own chemicals. They like to hire the employees that are already there. If they want to work for them, it is all full-time work. The board asked Zach Harris to do some more research on their services. Harris then introduced the new East Primary principal for 2013-14, Zack Lemert. Traci Pattison talked about the building trades program and told them about the new instructor, Kasey Sheat. The board voted to approve the retirement of Shelly Starmer and the resignation of Marty Compton. The board also approved new contracts for Lemert, East Primary principal, Beth Fowler, first grade, Kristen Caldwell, high school language arts and Kasey Sheat, vo tech building trades. There was no closed session so the meeting was adjourned until next month.
BKD presents audit draft to Barton County Memorial Hospital Board Chairperson Karen Wegener called the Barton County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees to order on April 22. Others present were Jill Purinton, Tom Shaw, Mike Vaughan and Mike Buchanan. Also in attendance were Interim CEO/Director of Finance Wendy Duvall, Human Resource Director Sheila Boice, Director of Quality/Risk Management Kathleen Jones and Physician Practice Manager Michelle Casey. A motion was made by Buchanan and unanimously approved to keep the current officers of Wegener, chairperson; Purinton, vice chairperson; Vaughan, secretary and Buchanan, treasurer. The audit report was given to the board by Stephanie Weis with BKD, who said that the discussion was still in draft form. She added that the audit was not complete, and would be submitted to the hospital as soon as
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it was. Weis said that "the going concern statement is based on the formal liquidity of the financial position." She added that early signs show that based on the cash flow information, the current operations are not sufficient to support the debt service and capital. Debt service and capital have increased 1.2 million over the last three years, which has resulted in a deficit of $400,000. She stated that the decrease in liquidity is a direct result of reinvesting into capital and infrastructure. Management steps are needed to decrease spending related to capital, with the need to investigate additional revenue opportunities, adjust expenses, fully integrate Med One and meet Meaningful Use. She continued to say that in comparison with 2011, the year of 2012 was very similar, adding that where 2012 was unique was that there was a significant provider settlement from
2011 paid in 2012, an Information Technology purchase and depreciation of the old building. Long term debt increased due to the clinic addition and decrease in operating revenue. It was noted that the statement of operations shows an increase in net revenue by 1.5 million, with a decrease in inpatient care, but an increase in outpatients. David Taylor, also with BKD, reported on the industry and the changes facing it. He reported that based on a 20 year span, from 1980-2000, 439 rural hospitals had closed due to changes in reimbursement. There are currently 33 percent of patients that are Medicare beneficiaries living in Missouri, compared to 21 percent nationally. Purinton inquired of Weis as to what the "going concern statement" meant and Weis replied that there are bright spots because the hospital has
invested significantly into the facility and infrastructure. Weis said that the hospital had listened to the community needs and tried to invest in order to meet those needs. The bottom line is that BCMH needs to increase volume and increase its current cash position. It was also stated that the reduction in revenue the first quarter of 2013 is what prompted the going concern statement. Taylor and Weis stated that what was needed to be focused on were volumes. Wegener asked why the volumes were down and if others were seeing the same decrease. Neither Taylor nor Weis were sure. Buchanan added that he felt that people were unemployed and without insurance coverage; therefore, they were probably not utilizing healthcare because of the cost. Dr. Hopkins suggested that admissions were down due to not having a general surgeon
on staff. Duvall replied that the hospital was exploring options to obtain a surgeon, but that previous numbers were inflated due to utilization. Duvall went on to report that overall statistics were down for March in comparison to the same time last year, with the exception of the emergency room and pain management visits. She added that gross charges seemed to be trending upward for April. Boice reported that ER physicians were brought on as employees and two full time positions were lost, making a net increase of three full time employees during March. Full time employee numbers are at 205 for the year, with a turnover rate of .8 percent for the year to date. Boise also reported on plans for Hospital Week, to be observed May see HOSPITAL BOARD, page 8
Lamar Democrat to become weekly publication Beginning today, Wednesday, May 1, the Lamar Democrat has become a weekly publication. Under the new ownership of Lewis County Press LLC, all Saturday publications have ceased, with the last Saturday publication having been April 27. The Lamar Democrat will continue to be staffed by
the same people that have always been there to assist you in your needs, whether it be advertising, news items, obituaries, or other matters of importance. Under the new ownership, all local input is appreciated and can be done by e-mail to lamardemocrat@yahoo.com, by mail at P.O.
Box 458, Lamar, Mo. 64759, or brought to the office at 900 Gulf St. The Lamar Democrat will now strive to publish nothing but local city and county news, including information related to local people, and all schools, organizations, clubs, etc., as well as anything relating to sports events, celebra-
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Koleton Mahurin won the Nathan's Place “Pedal for Prizes” for the month of March, riding just over 50 miles during the month. Koleton received a new bike for his hard work. The Pedal for Prizes is a program open to any student in the program. After logging in on one of the four state-of-the-art Expresso bikes, participants can ride as little or as much as they choose. The person with the most miles at the end of the month may choose a prize Heather Jo Gilmartin is to be married to Joseph Aaron Cost- based on the number of miles ridden. ley both of Lamar. Gilmartin is the daughter of Kent Gilmartin, Liberal, and the late Carol Gilmartin. Costley is the son of Harold and Rebecca Costley of Lamar. Gilmartin is a graduate of Ozark Technical Community College and is employed at Heritage State Bank, Lamar. Costley is a SGT in the Missouri Army National Guard and a full time federal technician at Camp Clark in Nevada. A May 18 wedding is planned for 2 p.m., at Milford Christian Church, Milford. Cliff Hazard will be officiating.
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Christian Ortegon is the Nathan's Place Student of the Month for March. Christian is the son of Tina Sealy and Jacob Ortegon. His favorite thing to do at Nathan's Place is play dodgeball. He also enjoys basketball. Students earn points each month by attending Nathan's Place, volunteering in service projects, and participating in programming. Christian worked very hard this month to ensure he ended up in first place.
Electronics will be recycled during Grace the Earth Day
Lamar Police Department to hold fundraiser On Truman Days, May 11, the Lamar Police Department plans to hold a barbecue on the northwest corner of the square, in order to raise money for the Nevada Children's Center. This is in conjunction with the Truman Days events. The Nevada Children's Center is where abused children are taken to be interviewed and examined when they are a victim of physical or sexual abuse. The center is used so that the damage done to these very fragile victims can be cut down when they are interviewed over and over again. Under this concept, the police work in multidisciplinary teams and conduct one interview and record it. Many times, with the recordings and exams done at the cen-
ter, it is found out that the child doesn’t have to be used in the courtroom later, and many of the cases are plea bargained out. The Nevada Children's Center presently operates out of part of a real estate office. The building is just not right for the purpose, too small, thin walls, etc. All help is appreciated in aiding the police reach their goal and come by and have dinner, or just make a contribution to the cause Anyone that is unable to attend on the 11th and feel moved to provide some sort of financial support, a donation can be mailed to The Children's Center, P.O. Box 72, Nevada, Mo 64772. They hope to see you on the 11th.
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LOCKWOOD-Grace the Earth Day will be celebrated in Lockwood on Saturday, May 4. This will be a day of activities promoting “Going Green”. One of the events being sponsored by the Lockwood United Methodist Church is the re-
cycling of electronics. This is a great way to get rid of old electronics that have been sitting around. Anything that plugs in or runs on batteries will be accepted, including computers, printers, television, microwaves and cell phones,
just to name a few. All items will be taken to a company in Joplin to be destroyed of properly. Due to the cost for the recycling company, small donations will be accepted. The site for the drop off is on the corner of Locust
and 6th St., behind Whaley’s Wantiques. There will be a big green recycling trailer parked and hours will be between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call 417-232-4728.
Liberal Senior Citizens meet LIBERAL- The Liberal Senior Citizens met April 5 in the community building for its monthly covered dish dinner. Along with the covered dishes, fried chicken was served. Those present for the meal were T.D. and Patsy Yount, Pat German, Fort Scott, Kan., Norman and Betty Radde, Walker, Max
and Kay Rose, Bob and Dorothy Dickey, Beth Popejoy, Jan Mayfield and Jodee Valley from the Arma Nursing Home, Arma, Kan., Tom and Yvonne Whetzell, Will and Dorothy Snyder, Val and Caroline Clark, Bob Garrett, Herb and Kay Waring, Lyle and Evelyn Barker, Bob and
Lorena Ball, Fred and Wanda Rodney. Also, Elmer Fast, Linden and Lucille Wolf, Willis and Billy Strong, Beverly Fleharty, Doris Whitson, Elaine Ledford, Gary Whitson, Sharon Loney, Reba Rouse, Jason Harris, Mike Billions, Joan Engle, Glen Polnack, David VanKirk,
Don Kirby, Leavenworth, Kan., and Roy Adams, St. Joseph. During the drawing T.D. Yount won the $25 gift card from the Arma Nursing Home. Bob Dickey and Joan Engle each received a $10 gift card from the senior citizens that is given each month.
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Peel promoted to UAMS associate vice chancellor Spring has sprung and there’s no better place to see this than the yard of Jerry and Beverly Freeman at 1312 E. 15th St., as the Barton County Master Gardener’s Yard of the Month for April. Jonquils, tulips, hyacinths, forsythia and all kinds of yard ornaments are scattered about this beautiful yard as a welcome signal of sunshine and warmer weather to come. The Freemans are constantly updating their plantings and adding new and interesting plants and shrubs. Drive by and enjoy their beautiful corner of the world. If you have a yard that needs to be nominated for Yard of the Month, call the Missouri Extension office at 682-3579 and leave the address.
Liberal Christian Church holds men’s breakfast LIBERAL-The monthly breakfast hosted by the men of the Christian Church in Liberal was held Saturday, April 13, 7 a.m. Before the meal, Val Clark gave a devotion. Those present were Bob Garrett, John Steele, T.D.
Yount, Fred Rodney, Ron Charlton, Willis Strong, Val Clark, Howard Holland, Chet Darlington, Elmer Fast, Sam Bryant, Don Wolfe, Ed Keltner, Bob Keltner and son Tyler from Texas, Jim Hanshaw, Ancil Johnson, Paul Stebbins
and son Tyler, Jason Johnson and son Austin, and Bob Fast. Cooks for the breakfast were Jason Johnson, Ed Keltner, Bob Fast and Paul Stebbins. The next breakfast will be held Saturday, May 11.
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.-Andrea Peel has been promoted to associate vice chancellor for communications and marketing in the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Office of Communications & Marketing. She will administer efforts to expand internal communications and enhance client services and institutional data reporting. Peel also will provide uniform communications support for several key programs including patient- and familycentered care, Uconnect - an integrated clinical information system - and the UAMS-led statewide broadband expansion project called Arkansas e-Link. In 2002, she started work with UAMS as communications manager before being promoted in 2006 to director of communications. Peel has directed external and internal communications, including
media and public relations, answered media requests and facilitated publicity about UAMS news. She also has overseen major UAMS public and employee events. With a bachelor's degree from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Peel has been in the communications and public relations profession since 1994. She began her career as a television producer and graphic artist at B&F Advertising in Little Rock, then spent six years as manager of corporate communications at Alltel Communications before joining UAMS. UAMS is the state's only comprehensive academic health center, with colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions and Public Health; a graduate school; a hospital; a statewide network of regional centers and seven institutes: the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Insti-
tute, the Jackson T. Stephens Spine & Neurosciences Institute, the Myeloma Institute for Research and Therapy, the Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute, the Psychiatric Research Institute, the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and the Translational Research Institute. Named best Little Rock metropolitan area hospital by U.S. News & World Report, it is the only adult Level 1 trauma center in the state. UAMS has more than 2,800 students and 790 medical residents. It is the state's largest public employer with more than 10,000 employees, including about 1,000 physicians and other professionals who provide care to patients at UAMS, Arkansas Children's Hospital, the VA Medical Center and UAMS regional centers throughout the state. Visit www.uams.edu or www. uamshealth.com.
Ferris named executive director of Barton County Chamber On April 19, at the Barton County Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet, the board of directors announced their choice for new executive director of the Barton County Chamber of Commerce, Astra Ferris.
Ferris has been with the chamber since August of 2012, where she served as events coordinator. Prior to being with the chamber of commerce she had a long career in banking. She is a graduate of Joplin High School and attended Pittsburg State
University. She and her husband Jerrad live in Lamar with their two daughters, Elise and Laryn. Ferris is a member of Beta Gamma, active in community betterment and will be an active participant in Lamar Rotary.
Local church welcomes interim pastor The First Assembly of God church of Lamar has chosen Rev. Jerry Snavely of Springfield to serve as interim pastor. Rev. Snavely has pastored in Oklahoma, Texas and Missouri and was presbyter over 45 churches in the Springfield area. He is also a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for service in Vietnam. Rev. Snavely, along with his wife Judy, look forward to serving the church and the Lamar community.
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Briefs News briefs are not for advertising and will only run two consecutive times. THE LAMAR LIONS CLUB WILL BE SERVING breakfast on the square during Truman Days on Saturday, May 11, 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., with lunch to follow. A FREE MOVIE MATINEE WILL BE SHOWN at the Mary K. Finley Library in Lamar on Monday, May 6, 1 p.m. Call the library at 682-5355 for information on movie title. Refreshments will be served. NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER IS THURSDAY, May 2. The Ministerial Alliance will sponsor a time of prayer on the Lamar square, at the bandstand, from 12 noon to 12:45 p.m. Free food will be served 15 minutes before and after the prayer time. ENROLLMENT FOR TIGER PRESCHOOL FOR the 2013-14 school year will be Thursday, May 16. This is for children ages three or four before August 1. Enrollment packets are available in the East Primary office. For information call the preschool at 681-0613. THE MOUNT OLIVE CHURCH WILL HOLD ITS fellowship breakfast on Saturday, May 4, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The church is located on E Dade 54, just east of Hwy. 39. There will be biscuits and gravy, sausage, bacon, pancakes, scrambled eggs, hot coffee and juice. There is no charge; however, donations will be appreciated. THE TENTH STREET COMMUNITY FARMERS’ Market will have kid’s activities Saturday, May 4, 10:30 a.m. They will be painting clay pots and will also have a story time. THE BARTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will be closed Wednesday, May 8, for Truman’s Birthday holiday. Immunization and Clinic Day will be Thursday, May 9. THE LAMAR CITY OFFICES AND TATS WILL be closed Wednesday, May 8, in observance of Truman’s Birthday. The sanitation will resume their regular route on Thursday, May 9 LAMAR LICENSE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED Wednesday, May 8, in observance of Truman’s Birthday. THE BARTON COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS Annual Plant Sale will be held Saturday, May 4, 8 a.m. until sold out, at the Moore Pavilion, one block east of the Lamar square. There will be no early sales. Come early as they sell fast. KINDERGARTEN SCREENING WILL BE HELD at the Golden City Elementary School on Tuesday, May 7. Appointments are from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and will take approximately one hour. In order to attend Golden City schools families must reside in the district and prospective kindergartners must turn five before August 1. To schedule an appointment and for information on what needs to be brought to the screening, call Brenda Stalker at 417-537-4272. THE NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL Employees Quad County Chapter 1843 will meet Monday, May 6, 11:30 a.m., for a luncheon meeting at the Vernon County Senior Center, 301 N. Main, Nevada. The guest speaker will be chapter member Walter Gardner. The chapter includes members from the four counties of Vernon, Cedar, Barton and Dade and is for all active and retired federal employees and their spouses. For information call Rudy Spann, secretary and treasurer, at 417-549-9958.
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Deaths and paid memorials B.J. RAPER JOPLIN-A private graveside committal service will be held at Morehead Cemetery at a later date for William Jack “B.J.” Raper, 30, Joplin, who died Saturday, April 27, 2013, at Freeman West Hospital. Arrangements are under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home, Lamar. Condolences may be left at www.danielfuneralhome.net. Survivors include his fiancé, Whitney West, of the home; his parents, Jim and Mary Raper, Lamar; a sister and her husband, Kristy and Terry Kinney, Lamar; two nephews, Brian and wife Kim Raper, Lamar, and David Murphy, Sheldon; two nieces, Kelly Coy, Sheldon, and Jazmine Murphy, Lamar; two great-nephews, Andrew James Raper and Shawn Michael Raper, and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, W.O. and Goldie Raper. Mr. Raper was born Jan. 28, 1983, at Lamar, to Anthony “Jim” and Mary (Ratterree) Raper. He attended Lamar schools before moving to Northridge, Calif., where he studied at UCLA and earned a degree in interior design from Cal State. He worked for Aaron Brothers Paint & Supply Store while living in California. In 2004, he moved back to Missouri, first to Kansas City where he stayed for eight years before moving to Joplin a year ago. He was currently working at Romancing the Stone in the Joplin Mall.
day (Wednesday) at Morehead Cemetery for Betty Lavonne Johnson, 88, Lamar, who died Saturday, April 27, 2013, at Truman Healthcare in Lamar. Pastor Jerry Davis will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home. Musical selection will be How Great Thou Art, with Doug Crockett, Walter Crockett, Josh Thornton, Derrick Bailey, Caleb Peterson and Michael Peterson serving as pallbearers. Condolences may be sent online at www.konantzwarden. com. Survivors include a sister, Dorothy Dearing; a nephew, Don Peterson; a son, Jack Dickerson, and two daughters, Nancy Bishop and Teresa Bates. She was preceded in death by five sisters, Jewel Brauburger, Thelma Bishop, Ruth Maphies, Bonnie Walsh and Geraldine Hulett; a brother, Bus Brauburger, and a son, Larry Dickerson. Mrs. Johnson was born Feb. 15, 1925, in Barton County, to Eliza Henry and Amy (Gage) Brauburger. She had lived most of her life in Barton County. She was a Christian and when she attended church, she attended the Christian Church. She held many positions in her work life including factory worker, caregiver, seamstress and housekeeper. She was retired from Thorco and was a member of the Amalgamated Meat Cutters and Butcher Workmen of North America.
ROBERT “BOB” POINDEXTER CARTHAGE-Services were held at 10 a.m. Monday at Ulmer Funeral Home in Carthage for Robert “Bob” Poindexter, 67, Carthage, who died Thursday, April 25, 2013. Burial was in Fasken Cemetery, northeast of Carthage. Memorial contributions may BETTY LAVONNE be made to the Baptist ChilJOHNSON LAMAR-Graveside ser- dren’s Home, in care of the fuvices will be held at 2 p.m. to- neral home.
Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com. Survivors include a daughter, Robyn McLemore and husband Gary, Carthage; a son, Shane Poindexter and wife Barbara, Carthage; seven grandchildren, Heather Renee Logue, Levi Ferrell McLemore, Logan Thomas McLemore, Jana Lynne McLemore, Holly Renae Wohlenhaus, Lydia Ann Poindexter and Mariah Hope Poindexter; a sister, Mary Lucille “Susie” Sanders, Carthage, and a brother, Emmett Poindexter, Joplin. Mr. Poindexter was born Oct. 24, 1945, Carthage, to Ernest and Ella Toots (Hottinger) Poindexter. He had served in the National Guard. He was a longtime resident of the Carthage/Jasper area and was a self-employed contractor. He was a former Southern Baptist minister, ministering in several local Baptist churches. He married Vernadine Hoenshell on March 27, 1966, in Carthage. She died June 1, 2001. NEVA LOIS SNODGRASS ROUSE LIBERAL-Services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Liberal Methodist Church for Neva Lois Snodgrass Rouse, 100, Liberal, who died Friday, April 26, 2013. Rev. Larry Linville and Pastor Roger McKee officiated. Burial was in Liberal City Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home, Lamar. Song selections were Amazing Grace and In The Garden, with music provided by Don Hopkins and Larry Snodgrass. Pallbearers were Samuel Rouse, Dennis Hopkins, Derrek Woods, Randy Kauffman, Curtis Rouse, Jessy Woods and David Weaver. Memorial contributions may be made to the Neva Rouse Attendance Award Fund for Liberal High School, in care of Lou Woods.
Online condolences may be made at www.konantzwarden. com. Survivors include two daughters, Sue Hopkins, Columbia, and Lou Woods and husband Bill, Independence; two sons, Gene Rouse and wife Amy, Skowhegan, Maine, and Robert Rouse and wife Judy, Houston; 15 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, three brothers, a grandson, a granddaughter and a great-granddaughter. Mrs. Rouse was born June 29, 1912, at Verdella, to Walter Herbert and Ina Alice (Bowman) Snodgrass. She moved with her family to Liberal at the age of six. Except for 15 years in Nevada, she spent her life in Liberal until declining health made it necessary for her to move into residential care facilities in Camdenton and Centralia, and eventually to Katy Manor Nursing Facility in Pilot Grove. She was a Liberal High School graduate, where she was valedictorian of her class. She attended Southwest Missouri teacher college, now MSU, in Springfield, where she received her “Lifetime Certificate” to teach, graduating with honors. Her first schoolhouse was Shiloh, in Barton County, where work responsibilities included teaching eight grades, as well as the janitorial work. She also taught at Oskaloosa, Liberal, Moundville and Bronaugh. While rearing her family and teaching at Moundville and Bronaugh, she attended college and received her BS and Specialist degrees from Kansas State Teachers College in Pittsburg, Kan. She worked with students needing remedial tutoring until her retirement from Liberal schools. She was devoutly faithful to the Methodist Church. She married Jesse Elmer Rouse in 1936, and was married to him for 49 years before his death.
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Tiger Tracks
Alannis Divine
Raquel Reno
Two Lamar High School students to attend the Missouri Fine Arts Academy Lockwood High Jenna Polodna, daughter of Travis and Laura Polodna, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Jenna likes to play volleyball. In her spare time she plays with her dogs. She used to live in Branson last year and came for the last three weeks of fifth grade.
Natalie Nance, daughter of Troy and Brandi Nance, is the seventh grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Natalie likes hunting and playing basketball. In the summer she plays softball. She also loves playing with her dogs and cat.
Jason Jeffries, son of Joel and Sara Jeffries, is the eighth grade Student of the Week at Lamar Middle School. Joel likes to sleep in. He loves to eat food. He also likes to hang with friends and family.
School plans alumni banquet
LOCKWOOD-The an- Saturday, July 13, in the el- for fellowship and the banquet nual Lockwood High School ementary school gymnasium. will begin at 6 p.m. The banAlumni Banquet will be held The doors will open at 5 p.m. quet will be catered by Honey Pot Catering. The cost is $12 a person in advance or $15 a person at the door. Please make your checks payable to LHS Alumni Association and mail to Janice Harrington at Liberty Bank, P.O. Box 280, Lockwood, Mo. 65682. They look forward to seeing you there!
Alannis Divine, daughter of Lewis and Annette Divine, and Raquel Reno, daughter of Lesia Reno, have both been accepted to attend the Missouri Fine Arts Academy June 9 to 29, on the campus of Missouri State University. The Missouri Fine Arts Academy provides a unique program of artistic, extracurricular and social opportunities to Missouri's talented high school students, and has done so since 1996. The concept of the Missouri Fine Arts Academy grew out of an interest in providing an opportunity and level of support necessary to challenge, motivate and empower Missouri's most talented arts students to become future
state arts leaders. The students are given an opportunity for in-depth study in a chosen arts discipline. During the 1995 legislative session the arts academy concept was accepted and its funding approved. The state legislature has not funded this academy since 2009. The academy is now funded through program fees, endowments, scholarships and private donations. The Missouri Fine Arts Academy is an intensive three-week interdisciplinary arts program for selected Missouri high school juniors and seniors consisting of classes and co-curricular activities in dance, music, theatre and visual arts. Its design satisfies specific fine arts knowledge
standards, appeals to a variety of learning styles and provides a forum for collaborative learning. Alannis and Raquel are both LHS juniors and will be studying the visual arts. The purpose of the academy is to motivate and challenge students to explore, create and present new artworks; to think creatively in posing and solving problems; to participate in an exchange where concept, process and product are balanced; and to invite artistic risk-taking behavior in an environment in which the powers of thought are respected and critiqued. Barbara Nichols volunteered her time and prepared the applications for the two talented students.
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Bridge and culvert work are main topics of Dade County Commission By CAROLYN HEAD Dade County Reporter
Lamar Democrat/ Sharie Voorhees Lamar Tigers baseball pitcher Trent Morgan at the the Lamar City Park April 25, when they played Aurora. The teams were tried in the seventh inning, going into extra innings where Lamar scored at the bottom of the eighth, winning 5-4.
GREENFIELD—The Dade County Commission met Monday, April 15, 9 a.m., with Presiding Commissioner Randy Daniel calling the meeting to order. Others present were Eastern Commissioner Dallas Maxwell, Western Commissioner David Rusch and County Clerk Melinda Wright. Maxwell reported that he had attended the solid waste management meeting in Marionville on Tuesday, April 9. Daniel stated that he had attended the board meeting of South Greenfield on Wednesday, April 10.
Daniel, Maxwell and Rusch attended the Southwest Missouri Commissioners meeting at the Lucky J Arena in Carthage on Friday, April 12. The April 8 minutes were unanimously approved as written. The commission traveled to check on the bridge at Campbell’s Ford and also on a culvert on FR 182. Merle Johnson met with the commission to discuss the bridge and culverts that are in the plans for 2013. The county wants the few culverts that are scheduled to be done first, followed by the bridge work. If
there is time and money available after the bridge work, there are other culverts to be considered. Johnson will look at the referred sites and discuss his opinion of the procedures needed. Daniel stated that he would communicate with Dade County Sheriff Huffman regarding community service workers for a project at the courthouse. The commission discussed bridge work and other items to be considered, in order to be sure that previous issues were being taken into consideration. The intent is to save funding and to be sure the correct verbiage is
used and adequate supplies are ordered. Daniel reported that Washington Township has had several issues of concern recently. The commission contacted the two companies that had bid on the heat/air units. New bids will be opened by the commission at 10 a.m. on April 22. Jay Chism with the Missouri Extension Council met with the commission to introduce the new director for Dade County, Jill Scheidt. The meeting adjourned at 4 p.m., to meet again on April 22.w
the undersigned Successor Trustee, will on 05/23/2013 at 1:00 PM at the West Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, 1007 Broadway, Lamar, Mo. 64759 , sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash, the realty described in said deed of trust, to wit: ALL OF LOT TWO (2), BLOCK THREE (3), HUMPHREY`S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LAMAR, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. . KOZENY & MCCUBBIN, L.C. SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE Published in the Lamar Democrat KM File #: HARBRBA3 First publication date 05/01/2013 This firm is a debt collector and any information we obtain from you will be used for that purpose. 5-1,8,15,22-4tc
at 12:00 PM, at the East Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, Lamar, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash: ALL OF LOTS TEN (10) AND ELEVEN (11) OF BLOCK TWO (2), ALLEN-HOWARD SUBDIVISION IN LAMAR, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI., commonly known as 1309 East 15th Street, Lamar, MO, 64759 subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs. South & Associates, P.C., Successor Trustee First Publication: May 1, 2013. For more information, visit www.southlaw.com NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose (Casefile No. 156298 / Invoice No. 156298-642037). 5-1,8,15,22-4tc
Legals Taking bids on asphalt NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S patching for Lockwood SALE Township. Call 417-773- A default has accrued on a 6025 or 417-224-4252. certain note secured by a 4-20,24,27,5-1-4tc deed of trust executed by, Joe Etcheson and Penny For Sale: The Liberal R-2 Etcheson dated 4/30/2004 School District is accepting and recorded on 5/6/2004 in sealed bids for the following: Book 506, Page 47, in the Greenhouse Recorder’s office for Barton Dimensions: 31’ wide x 85’ County, Missouri. The long x 18’ high successor trustee will on May 1 - 3’ walk-in door 16, 2013 between the hours 1 - 8’ x 10’ overhead door of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, more The greenhouse is in need particularly at 12:00 PM, at of repair and may be viewed the West Front Door of the at 205 N. Payne. Purchaser Barton County Courthouse, will be responsible to remove 1007 Broadway, Lamar, the greenhouse from school Missouri sell at public venue property. to the highest bidder for cash Bids must be submitted to: (certified funds only), the Liberal R-2 School District following real estate: Attn: Superintendent’s Office A TRACT OF LAND 107 S. Payne LOCATED IN THE Liberal, MO 64762 SOUTHEAST QUARTER Deadline for bids: 3:00 pm OF THE SOUTHWEST Thursday, May 23, 2013. QUARTER OF SECTION The Board reserves the right SEVEN (7), TOWNSHIP to reject any or all bids. THIRTY (30) NORTH, 4-17,24,5-1-3tc RANGE THIRTY-ONE (31) WEST, CONTAINING 4.00 ACRES AND NOTICE FURTHER DESCRIBED To all persons interested in AS FOLLOWS: the estate of Edison Kaderly, COMMENCING AT THE decedent. The undersigned SOUTHWEST CORNER Steven H. Kaderly and OF SAID SECTION 7, Belinda S. Elliston are acting THENCE DUE EAST as Trustees under a trust the ALONG THE SOUTH terms of which provide that LINE OF SAID SECTION the debts of the decedent 7 A DISTANCE OF 2072 may be paid by the Trustee FEET TO THE POINT OF upon receipt of proper proof BEGINNING, THENCE thereof. The address of the DUE NORTH A DISTANCE Trustee is 114 West 10th OF 581 FEET, THENCE Street, Lamar, MO 64759. DUE EAST A DISTANCE All creditors of the OF 300 FEET, THENCE decedent are noticed to DUE SOUTH A DISTANCE present their claims to the OF 581 FEET, THENCE undersigned within six (6) DUE WEST ALONG THE months from the date of the SOUTH LINE OF SAID first publication of this notice SECTION 7 A DISTANCE or be forever barred. Date of OF 300 FEET TO THE first publication is April 20, POINT OF BEGINNING, 2013. SUBJECT TO COUNTY /s/ Steven H. Kaderly, ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY Successor Trustee AND EASEMENTS OF /s/ Belinda S. Elliston, RECORDS. Successor Trustee Commonly known as: 458 4-24,5-1,8,15-4tc SW 100th Road, Jasper, Missouri 64755
for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust. CSM Foreclosure Trustee Corp. Successor Trustee (800) 652-4080 4X 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 and 5/15 CSM File 26-13-00136 4-24,5-1,8,15-4tc In Re: Wilma Jean Beck and Randy Lee Beck TRUSTEE`S SALE - For default in the payment of debt and performance of obligation described in and secured by Deed of Trust executed by Wilma Jean Beck and Randy Lee Beck, wife and Husband and dated July 15, 2002, and recorded on July 22, 2002 as Book 476 Page 373 in the office of the Recorder of Deed for Barton County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of the debt, who has elected to declare the entire debt due and payable, will on May 23, 2013 at 12:00 PM at the West Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, 1007 Broadway, Lamar, MO, sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash, the realty described in said deed of trust, to wit: THAT PART OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 31 NORTH; RANGE 33 WEST; BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A 3/4 INCH STEEL ROD LOCATED AT THE WEST END OF THE PRESENTLY EXISTING FENCE CONSTRUCTED OF WOOD AND POST SET IN CONCRETE, AND BEING ON THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY OF STATE LINE ROAD, SAID POINT ALSO BEING 1428.4 FEET NORTH AND 25 FEET EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER
OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 30, THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID FENCE A DISTANCE OF 217.3 FEET TO ANOTHER 3/4 INCH STEEL ROD IN LINE WITH THE ALREADY EXISTING NORTH-SOUTH FENCE AND ALSO BEING 115 FEET NORTH OF THE EAST-WEST FENCE LYING ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH HALF OF SAID LOT 4, THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID NORTH-SOUTH FENCE A DISTANCE OF 149 FEET, THENCE WEST AND PARALLEL TO THE FENCE ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH HALF OF SAID LOT 4 A DISTANCE OF 217 FEET TO THE EAST RIGHTOF-WAY OF STATE LINE ROAD, THENCE SOUTH A DISTANCE OF 155.6 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. and more commonly known as: 670 SW Stateline RD, Asbury, MO 64832 Subject to easements, restrictions, reservations, and covenants, if any, to satisfy said debt and cost. BY: The Boyd Law Group, L.C. Successor Trustee (636) 4478500 phone (636) 447-8505 fax BLG File #: 0100.06109 This firm is a debt collector and any information we obtain from you will be used for that purpose. A-4380210 5-1,8,15,22-4tc In Re: Brian Hargrave and Regan E. Hargrave, Husband and Wife TRUSTEE`S SALE - Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Brian Hargrave and Regan E. Hargrave, Husband and Wife dated 08/28/2007, and recorded on 08/29/2007 Document 20071357 RE-RECORDED ON 09/27/2007 in Document 2007-1521 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Barton County, MISSOURI,
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Seth Lugenbell and Kelly M. Madison, dated September 27, 2010, and recorded on October 1, 2010, Document No. 2010-1357 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Barton County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on May 28, 2013,
NOTICE OF HEARING FOR DANGEROUS STRUCTURE Notice is hereby given that the Lamar City Council will have a public hearing in regards to a Dangerous Structure: Property: 1700 Grand, owner Steve Tanner A public hearing will be held on Monday, May 20, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the council room of City Hall, 1104 Broadway, Lamar, Mo. All parties in interest and citizens shall have the opportunity to be heard. 4-24,5-1,8-3tc
Classified Cards of Thanks The family of Evelyn Tidball would like to thank everyone for their kind thoughts, deeds, prayers, cards, flowers, food, and smiles extended to us at the time of her passing. A special thanks to preacher Marvin Tunnell and singers Lucille and Bruce Wolf, for their participation in her service. Thank you to Truman Healthcare and their employees that gave her such good care. Alonzo Tidball & Family
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Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Sunday, 5 p.m. and Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall, 1104 Broadway. Big Book Study is the second Tuesday of each month. All meetings are nonsmoking. Narcotics
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House Leveling - Floor joists, sill plates, rim joists replaced. Don’t have a mess, call the best! 46-years in business. Larry’s General Contracting, 417-623-8105.
Employment
$1000/wk, Paid Health Ins, 401K, Paid Vacation & More! 2 yrs Experience Required 1-417-782-1990 x 133. Drivers: Home Weekly! Intermodal, Dry Van, Flatbed. Excellent benefits/ Bonuses! CDL-A 1 yr Exp / Refreshers Welcome. Connie or Marnie (866) 374-8487. Now Hiring part time Property Manager for a 28 unit family property in Lamar. Must have good communication skills, be detail oriented, able to prioritize duties, have knowledge of supervising others, and great customer service skills. Send resume to bray@chm-inc. org or call 816-233-4250 to have an application sent to you. Deadline to apply is May 14, 2013.
Meetings - Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., 1104 Broadway, Administrative Assistant Memorial Hall Basement. - Event and meeting planning, Make travel arrangeLamar Enterprises, Inc. ments, Record, setting Recycling Service is now appointments, cleaning, offering secure docurunning errands, monitor ment shredding. They are expenses, raise monthalso now recycling newsly invoice, Must possess a papers, magazines, cardvalid driver’s license, send board, white paper and your resume and salary exaluminum cans. The recypectations to: myons93@ cle bins are located at the gmail.com. south end of the driveway, Part Time Maintenance at 1401 Maple St., Lamar. Drivers: CDL-A Weekly Person for a 28 unit famiFor information call 417Home-Time! Earn $800- ly property in Lamar. Must 682-3506.
be able to communicate with residents and have a general knowledge of home repairs. Must have own tools and be able to be on call. Send resume to bray@chm-inc.org or call 816-233-4250 to have an application sent to you. Deadline to apply is May 14, 2013.
Garage Sales
Garage Sale - Saturday, May 4, 7 a.m. 201 Bartlett. Lots added - furniture, games, movies, books, girl baby clothes, kitchen items, antiques, much more.
Miscellaneous For Sale
Miller’s Country Corner - New major appliances by LG, Frigidaire, Whirlpool and Crosley - Instock - ready to pick up or de-
livery. A hokey place in lift kit all included, $3500 the country with the mer- obo. Can Deliver. 417chandise you want! Call 595-4743. 417-884-2684. Trailer For Sale - 6’ x 8’ Due To Last Year’s Re- 2-wheel 3500 lb. gross sponse, we will once again load. Comes with spare be offering custom Me- tire and hitch wheel. $400. morial Day silk flower ar- 417-682-21 rangements in a variety of Acreages styles, colors and prices. Orders will be taken until May 20. All flowers need to be picked up by Friday, May 24. To see selections Wanted - Farm ground to or place orders stop by lease near “B”, “D”, and/or Konantz Warden Funeral “A” highways in Vernon Home, 1301 Gulf, Lamar, or Barton County. Call or call 417-682-3344, be- Ed, 417-684-5866 or 417tween the hours of 8:30 310-4508. a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. “Publisher’s notice: All real estate advertised hereKitchen Cabinets Worth in is subject to the Feder$7000 - New/Never In- al Fair Housing Act, which stalled: Take $1500 obo. makes it illegal to adverCan add or Subtract to tise any preference, limifit project. Call 417-423- tation, or discrimination 7919. because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, famil7 Person Hot Tub, New ial status, or national ori2013 model, colored lights, cover, stairs & easy see CLASSIFIEDS, page 7
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Handicapped units avail- tion. Zero $$ down for Automobiles For Sale able. Located at 17th and land owners. Good CredLexington. it, Bad Credit, No Credit - No Problem! Bankrupt1 Bedroom Apartment, cies & Foreclosures - OK! nicely furnished or un- Call for approval today - 2008 Chevrolet Uplandfurnished. Pool, rec room 417-865-4181 or 800-331- er Van. Excellent condiand laundry. Free cable/ 2175. tion. Loaded. 417-540HBO, water and trash. 2894. Short leases available. $200 security deposit. No Thanks for reading the pets! In Nevada. Starting Democrat. at $345. 417-667-2633.
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Move In Special - $150 first month rent plus deposit $99. You can move in for $240! Rent is $275. 805 Oak, Lamar. Call Kim at 417-540-6804 or 6245552.
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gin, or intention to make any such preference limitation, or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an Sheldon Apartments equal opportunity basis”. Nice 1 bedroom apartments, furnished or unMobile Homes for Rent furnished. All utilities paid. Starting at $370 per month. Call 417-6672633. Are You Ready To Move? We have 2 bedroom trailers and houses ready to rent. Two rental references a must. 682-2636.
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Connee Forrester realty, llC 816 W. 12th, Westview Center Lamar, Missouri 64759 417-682-6543 • www.realtor.com maybe the best buy in town: All brick three bedroom, 2.5 bath. Living room, family room with fireplace, covered patio, storage bldg. Fenced back yard, nice shade trees, walking distance to Lamar Lake. PRIVACY AWAITS: 6+ Bdrms, 4 full/two partial ba. Gorgeous KIT, granite countertops, open to formal dining/ Gathering Room w/Firepl. Exquisite cabinetry throughout, crown moldings, hardwd & tile firs. Luxury office w/ built-ins. Wrap Around & Screened Porches. Full walkout bsmnt. 3c attd garage. 40 Ac pasture & tillable, ponds.
Mobile Homes for Sale Vacancy - Scottsdale Apartments - Senior Citizens Housing. Call 682-3589. Mo. TDD 1-800-735-2966. Equal Opportunity Housing.
histoRiC 3 Bdrm, 1.5 ba has spacious rooms, original woodwork, stately pocket doors, wd brng fireplace. Enjoy the treed 3/4 ac corner lot from graceful covered porch, deck, patio. 40′x24′ garage/shop + multiple outbldgs, Partial basement, hookup for moblie.
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FIFTEEN ACRES: Excellent hunting out your back door: Young 1600 SF home w/ dual heating systems, Concrete Safe Room. 30′x25′ detd garage shop with heat/air/water. Park-like grounds include water feature, green house & garden spot. Handicap accessible. LAKE VIEW: Landscaped Three Bedrm, 2 bath with open KIT /DINING/ LR/ SUNROOM. Covered Porch, two decks. 6.45 Acres, pond. 33′ x 33′ Detd garage/ shop. Rural water plus well for lawn/garden. wondeRful haRdwoods. Updated wiring, plumbing, fixtures. Newer roof, siding, Hi-Eff CH/A (including ductwork), thermal windows, and more in this 2 Bedrm, 1 ba w/fireplace and full basement. Deep lot, 1c detd garage. Easy walk to Lamar schools.
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2/3 OF AN ACRE building lot with nice 44′ x 28′ garage/shop. 160 ACRES NE of Milford. Fenced pasture, 2 ponds, timber.
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Health management class to be held in Lamar LAMAR-If you are living with the pain and anxiety of a chronic health condition like Arthritis, Asthma, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Respiratory Diseases, Depression, Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, Lupus and other chronic conditions, you are not alone. Join other peoplejust like you- who want to focus less on their disease and more on life. This health management class is an evidencebased program developed by Stanford University by the Patient Education Research Center for adults living with a chronic condition and their family members. Classes are highly participative, where mutual support and success builds confidence in participants'
ability to manage their health while maintaining active and fulfilling lives. This class will meet weekly for six weeks starting Tuesday, May 28, until July 2, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., at the Barton County Extension Gardner Room. Classes are free, but participants must pre-register by Tuesday, May 21, by calling Carla Reed, RN at 417-681-5256. A minimum number of eight participants are needed to hold the class. Participants will also receive a 381 page book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions”. The Chronic Disease Self-Management classes will help individuals improve their knowledge of living a healthy life with a
chronic condition; develop and maintain a long-term exercise program; manage fatigue and stress better; find solutions to problems caused by their condition; identify ways to deal with anger, fear, frustration and depression; discuss the role of nutrition in chronic disease management; explore ways to communicate with family and friends and develop decision-making and problem-solving skills. In the past, people who have taken this class have reported increased confidence in their ability to manage their conditions, an increase in physical activity and improved communication with their physician. Past class participants have also reported less fatigue and reduced disability
these are some of the statements from participants of our previous class. “I learned how to problems solve health issues and find the root causes, how to deal with chronic disease, pain and illness, problem solving skills and be proactive in health management.” Participants have learned the importance of and will continue to drink more water, eat more fruits and vegetables, meditate, increase physical activity, support others as this helps build strength and accountability and use action plans to make achievable goals. Sponsors for the class are the Missouri Foundation for Health, Barton County Health Department and the University of Missouri Extension.
Winningham writes new book Most grandmas and grandpas have lots of vegetables growing in their gardens, and sometimes have lots of visitors admiring their vegetables. The Turtle Pit, a story written by Barbara Winningham, tells the story of a box turtle, Rowdy B, who is always get-
ting in trouble. Rowdy B. continually ignores Mama Turtle’s warnings, which leads to him having to pay a price for his mistakes. Rowdy B. has many friends who try to keep him out of trouble. His brothers and sisters roam the fields
with him, while feasting on the wild strawberries. Filled with vivid, easy to follow colorful illustrations, The Turtle Pit presents to readers an eventful, exciting story that clearly demonstrates if you’re naughty, there is a price to pay. Furthermore,
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Weather Forecast Wednesday, May 01: A few thunderstorms possible. Potential for severe thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 70s and lows in the low 40s. Sunrise: 6:21 AM. Sunset: 8:07 PM. Moonrise: 1:17 AM. Moonset: 12:01 PM. UV Index: 8 (Very High). Relative Humidity: 64%. Precipitation: 60%. Snow Probability: 1%. Cloud Coverage: 59%. Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous. Thursday, May 02: Chance of showers. Highs in the mid 40s and lows in the mid 30s. Sunrise: 6:20 AM. Sunset: 8:08 PM. Moonrise: 1:59 AM. Moonset: 1:07 PM. UV Index: 5 (Moderate). Relative Humidity: 90%. Precipitation: 40%. Snow Probability: 1%. Cloud Coverage: 86%. Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous. Friday, May 03: Times of sun and clouds. Highs in the upper 40s and lows in the upper 30s. Sunrise: 6:19 AM. Sunset: 8:09 PM. Moonrise: 2:37 AM. Moonset: 2:12 PM. UV Index: 9 (Very High). Relative Humidity: 64%. Precipitation: 20%. Snow Probability: 4%. Cloud Coverage: 49%. Moon Phase: Last Quarter.
readers will realize in The Turtle Pit that when things go wrong, that sometimes good things can happen. Author Winningham and her husband Jack have parented seven children, as well as taking on the roles of foster parents to various children in
need and host parents of foreign exchange students from China and Chili. Barbara’s eldest son, Bobby, died at the age of 12, due to complications of Spina Bifida. Her stories are the products of the many children that have influenced her life, and in turn, were in-
Haste, DPM, consulting, Podiatry; Mark Jarek, MD, consulting, Allergy/ Rheumatology. Also, C. Tucker Joustra, DO, consulting, Emergency Medicine; Nathan Kester, MD, consulting, Radiology; Michael Kutmas, DO, consulting, Emergency Medicine; Earl Maes, MD, consulting, Radiology; Jeremy Sturgell, MD, consulting, Emergency Medicine; Sitaraman Subramanian, MD, consulting, Pulmonary Medicine; Donald Tribbey, DO, consulting, Emergency Medicine; James Bashaw, CRNA, Allied Health
Professionals, Anesthesia; Erica Burton, OD, Allied Health Professionals, Optometry; Gerald Swearingen, OD, Allied Health Professionals, Optometry, and Julia Yaryan, CRNA, Allied Health Professionals, Anesthesia. A motion was made by Buchanan, seconded by Shaw, to approve the recommended physicians for initial and reappointment. All were in favor. With no further business, the meeting adjourned.
Hospital Board, continued from page 1 13-17. Instead of doing games and challenges for employees, the hospital will be doing drives for the community. The theme will be "Bee a Helping Hand, Bee an Inspiration, Bee the Change". The board received a report on free community outreach programs offered by the hospital over the next several months. Duvall reported that HMS went live on April 16 with a bar code scanning for medications and nursing documentation. She said that the transition was a big learning curve, but that everything went smoothly and problems were
quickly addressed. Physician documentation will transition to electronic on June 1. The bills for the month of March were unanimously approved on a motion by Buchanan and a second by Shaw. With the other business regarding the regular session, a motion was made by Buchanan that the meeting adjourn to executive session for the purpose of discussing peer review in accordance with Statute 610.021(14). Following the closed session, the board returned to regular session to report the following actions taken. The following physician
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government issues and has a wonderful rapport with city and county officials. He is a proud alumni of Kansas State University. and is also a published author of two books, “Hickory Bob: The Bob Harmon Story” and “Hunting? Don’t Forget the Toilet Paper”. A third book is currently in the works and will soon be published. It is a true biography entitled, “Josie - A Young Girl Coming of Age in Nazi Europe”. Chris Morrow has been employed by the Lamar Democrat either full time or part time for the last 20
was presented for initial privileges: Edwin Gwin, M.D., consulting, Pulmonology/ Sleep Study Interpretation, with the following physicians presented for reappointment: C. Tucker Joustra, DO, active, Family Medicine; Justin Ogden, MD, active, Orthopedic Surgery; Spencer Sands, MD, active, Anesthesia; Joseph F. Wilson, DO, active, Family Medicine; Christopher Andrew, MD, courtesy, Internal Medicine; Boban Mathew, MD, courtesy, Oncology; Daniel Barnes, MD, consulting, Emergency Medicine; Anne Glaser, MD, consulting, Radiology; Jeffrey
years. His name has appeared asset. Democrat can persevere in Barton County a newspaper above stories ranging from It is hoped that the Lamar order to bring the people of that they can be proud of. city and county government to features, but in recent years the bulk of his contributions have been found on the sports page. He is the recipient of multiple journalism awards over the years. He too is a graduate of Missouri Southern State University and owns and operates his own insurance agency in Webb City. Chris is also a published fiction author, with his latest book being “The Devil’s Choir”. He has graciously agreed to continue to write for the Democrat and we know he will be a huge
fluence by her. She is also the author of the children’s book, My Kitty Dog. For information contact www.publishamerica.com, amazon.com or Barnes and Noble.com.