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Colton Roy Named State FFA President For 2022-2023 School Year Trenton High School senior Colton Roy was named the 2022-2023 State FFA President, culminating a high school FFA career that has involved untold hours of hard work to reach his goal.

“He has had an outstanding FFA career,” said Kabel Oaks, who along with Sadie Roy has served as Colton’s FFA advisor. “He has been passionate about FFA from day one and has constantly focused on not only improving himself, but improving our chapter as well.”

Colton will serve a state FFA organization that has 25,626 members representing 353 chapters.

Colton’s supervised agricultural experience program consists of owning and operating his agribusiness, Sugar Creek Apiaries, a business he started from scratch. He harvests honey from fifty hives to process and package honey-based products. In addition to his enterprise, he runs a social media page to promote his products and teach consumers about the

importance of pollinators.

During high school, Colton, the son of Eric Roy and Alicia Roy, served as Area 2 treasurer and chapter president, secretary, and assistant secretary. Oaks said Roy takes every opportunity to improve himself.

“He has taken opportunities as they have come to him to improve his leadership, public speaking, knowledge of Missouri agriculture and to build his network of other young leaders in Missouri FFA and Missouri agriculture.

Colton participated in the conduct of chapter meetings, extemporaneous public speaking and FFA knowledge leadership development events and grasslands evaluation and meats evaluation career development events.

Colton has also participated in the Missouri Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts FFA Speaking Contest and Missouri Teach Ag FFA Fall Public Speaking Contest. He was named Area 2 Star in Agribusiness, Area 2 specialty ani-

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mal production proficiency winner, and Chapter Star Farmer and Chapter Star Agribusinessman. Colton has attended Helping Youth Maximize Agricultural Experiences Academy, Missouri Agribusiness Academy and Helping Youth Prepare for Excellence Academy.

Oaks feels Colton will be a great fit as the State FFA President and Oaks should know, since he has experience holding that office himself.

“I think he is a great fit for State FFA President. He can work with all [See Roy, Page 5]

The Trenton High School Key Club is again offering parents, grandparents and friends of THS Seniors an opportunity to recognize their achievement with their “Kiss the Seniors Goodbye” fundraiser.

For only $6, a 16-ounce commemorative cup filled with Hershey kisses and your best wishes for a successful future can be delivered to a senior. The “Kiss ‘Em Goodbye” cups will be delivered to seniors Thursday, May 12,

by Key Club members.

To place an order, persons may contact Key Club sponsor, Kara Helmandollar, at 660-359-5966 or 660-6350596. Order forms can also be found on the Trenton R-9 school website (www.trentonr9.k12.mo.us) and the Trenton High School Key Club Facebook page. Orders will be electronically transmitted, and customers will receive an invoice via email. Electronic invoices may be paid using debit or credit cards. Persons wanting to pay by check should respond to the email invoice and mail the check to THS Key Club at 1415 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683. Orders should be placed by Monday, May 9. With limited supplies, early orders are encouraged.

NCMC Board Agenda

The North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees will meet in regular session at 5:30 tonight (Tuesday, April 26) in the Frey Administrative Center.

Items on the announced agenda include administration of the oath of office for board members elected April 5; reorganization of the board; employee introductions; a presentation of advising and retention; reports from the Head Start directors, vice president of academic affairs, vice president of student affairs, chief information officer and president; Head Start Grievance and Internal Dispute policy; consideration of bids/purchases; special meeting request; consideration of a board policy concerning faculty office hours; Head Start personnel items; a retirement; emeritus recommendations; employments; and a new faculty position recommendation. The board also plans to hold a closed session to discuss personnel, legal matters and real estate.

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Trenton High School held its 2022 Prom Saturday evening, with grand march and the coronation of royalty taking place in the Trenton R-9 Performing Arts Center prior to the dance. Seniors Shay Westerhof and Trager Leeper were crowned the queen and king during a ceremony that was attended by a full house and live-streamed. Senior candidates are pictured above and include, from left, Nate Burkeybile, Gracyn Rongey, Queen Shay Westerhof, King Trager Leeper, Morgan King and Randy Bowden.

Congressman Sam Graves, R-Tarkio, has announced that he has secured $508,420 for the Thompson River Bridge Bank Stabilization Project in Grundy County in the Fiscal Year 2022 omnibus appropriations bill signed into law on Tuesday.

“I’m glad to see these dollars coming back to Grundy County,” Rep. Sam Graves said. “Since the Flood of 2019, the Highway 6 bridge west of Trenton has been threatened by worsening erosion. This funding will secure the bank, stop the erosion, and eliminate the growing threat to the Highway 6 bridge. I’m proud to have secured this funding and grateful for all the efforts of the Grundy County Commission, City of Trenton and other local leaders to help in this effort.”

During the Flood of 2019, the Thompson River bank just north of the Highway 6 bridge west of Trenton experienced a significant breach on the west side of the riverbank resulting in the bank giving way and creating a channel through farmland adjacent to the highway. The channel has continued to expand with each rain event and get closer to the highway, threatening to wash out the Highway 6 bridge, causing extreme damage to the bridge which would result in closure of the road.

NCMC Breaks Ground On Savannah Site The North Central Missouri College Foundation hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, April 21 to celebrate the start of construction for the North Central Missouri College Savannah Campus at 601 US BUS 71 at Savannah.

During the event, attendees heard remarks from NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver, NCMC Student John Gilbert, Savannah City Attorney Emily Bauman and NCMC Director of Development Alicia Endicott. In addition, comments from State Sen. Dan Hegeman and State Rep. J. Eggleston were read by cochair of the NCMC Foundation campaign executive committee, Mike Gallagher.

“We’re going to have a great campus at Savannah,” remarked Dr. Klaver at the groundbreaking. “We want to thank everyone for the

The community has been buzzing with activity the past few weeks. See Pages 6 & 7 for pictures of all that’s been happening.

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North Central Missouri College held a ceremonial groundbreaking at its new Savannah campus on Thursday, April 21. Those participating were, from left, NCMC Director of Facilities Randy Young, NCMC Vice President of Business and Finance Tyson Otto, NCMC Foundation Board President Allan Seidel, NCMC Trustee and Foundation board member Chris Hoffman, NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver, Savannah City Attorney Emily Bauman, Ellison Auxier Architects Jeremy Proctor, EL Crawford Project Manager Eric Moore, Savannah Chamber Director Mary Ingersoll and Senior Vice President of Wells Bank and Co-Chair of the NCMC Foundation campaign executive committee Mike Gallagher.

effort you put behind the Savannah Campus to help us make this happen and continue to support us along the way.”

NCMC student John Gilbert told those in attendance that the new site will bring an NCMC education closer to home.

“The opening of this site here in Savannah will bring the process of a higher education a little bit closer to home for this great com-

munity,” Gilbert said.

“With smaller class sizes and low tuition rates, it makes pursuing a higher [See NCMC, Page 5]

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Trenton Golf Competes At Chillicothe

Trenton Hosts Youth Tennis Camp In June The Trenton High School Tennis program is holding youth camps for boys and girls going into second through eighth grade at the Carl Carpenter - Mike Bosley Tennis Courts at the high school.

The camp is June 1316, with a camp tournament on June 17.

Second through fourth grade will meet from noon-1:30 pm and fifth through eighth grade will meet from 2-3:30 p.m. On tournament day, the last day of camp, play will Photo /Tucker Otto start at 8:30 a.m and 11:30 JACOB HORTON waits to return serve at the home match against Chillicothe a.m. Campers will need last week. Trenton will host a youth tennis camp in June to furnish their own racket Contact David Sager at pick up a form in the Riss- is June 3. Walk-ins are and water bottle. Each 816-804-5989 or email at ler Elementary office or accepted, but no guarancamper will also receive a dsager@trentonr9.k12.m the Trenton Middle tee on receiving a camp camp T-shirt. The cost for o.us to receive a camp School office. shirt. the camp is $20. sign-up form. Or you can The deadline to sign up

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HUNTER LEDGERWOOD prepares to putt on the 9th hole at the Chillicothe Invitational Tournament at Green Hills Golf Course Thursday.

Trenton golf competed at the Chillicothe Invitational Golf Tournament Thursday at the Green Hills Golf Course.

The team finished near the middle of the 15 team field with Kiefer Tolson carding a team low score of 76 for 18 holes.

Riley Scott scored the next lowest score on the team with a 91. That score was in the top third of the 75 player field for the tournament.

Maryville won the tournament.

Trenton is next in action Thursday at Milan.

House Votes On Transgender Participation COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — The GOP-led Missouri House on Wednesday voted to allow local elections over whether to ban transgender girls from competing on K-12 girls' sports teams.

House members voted 89-40 in favor of adding Republican Rep. Chuck Bayse's proposal as an amendment to an elections bill in a late-session attempt to pass the contested legislation before lawmakers' mid-May deadline.

Under the amendment, Bayse said public school boards and administrators could call elections over whether to allow transgender girls to compete on all-girls sports teams.

Bayse said the goal of the measure is “to protect women's sports." He said transgender girls have an unfair advantage against other girls and parents should have a chance to weigh in on the policy.

“This is much more than just focusing on what the left says is discriminatory language," Republican Rep. Nick Schroer said.

"This is not discriminatory whatsoever.”

House Democrats argued there have not been issues with transgender girls playing on K-12 sports teams in Missouri

and cautioned that debating transgender girls' role in sports could push vulnerable children to consider suicide.

Missouri’s current public high school sports rules prohibit transgender girls from competing on girls teams unless they’re undergoing hormone therapy.

In the past decade since the Missouri State High School Activities Association has had a policy on transgender athlete participation, only two transgender girls have applied to participate on girls’ teams, spokesman Jason West said. Both were approved.

Democratic Rep. Ashley Aune said her 12-year-old daughter plays on a co-ed soccer team “and they're fine.”

“I’m hearing men telling us that girls want this and (that) they’re protecting girls (and) they’re protecting women,” Aune said.

“From what? We couldn’t get an answer on that. What are they protecting our girls from?”

The role of transgender athletes in sports is gaining traction as a GOP talking point across the country this election year. Political observers say it’s a classic strategy of finding a “wedge issue” that motivates a political base.

Content Change Is UpTo You

Jamey Honeycutt Publisher I penned a few words last week about my appreciation for Seth Herrold, covering sports for 15+ years in this community and I meant all of them.

While I love sports and making local celebrities out of our young people, it is not an easy job full time.

When you are an owner, columnist, ad salesman, HR manager and delivery guy, your day is full before you ever step foot on a baseball diamond or track.

When Seth let us know he was leaving I knew it would be a difficult task to fill his shoes. After running ads, contacting local colleges and high schools and alerting the Missouri Press Association, we were striking out. That is why

you have had to suffer through my coverage the past couple of weeks. As you can see, coverage is thin again today with less than a page of results and articles.

We may be close to finding sports coverage help but as with everything, there is a learning curve.

Even Seth did not begin day one as the Seth we all know and appreciate.

On the bright side, sports for this school year are almost over and hopefully by the time two a day football practice resumes in the late summer, we may yet again be on track to satisfy your sports bug.

Interestingly enough, if you ask random newspaper readers how they value sports, half will tell you there is not nearly enough emphasis given to them while the other half will say sports occupies too much of our coverage.

That is not just here in Grundy County but in every newspaper I have managed from 1990 to this very edition you hold in your hands.

We will continue to de-

liver the content you expect but I ask that you let us know what that is, and we will give you an opportunity to share your thoughts.

Starting in our Friday edition we will have a survey asking how you value various content in your local newspaper. As we move forward we want to keep our finger on the pulse of what makes you feel like supporting your local newspaper.

As you see the survey, I encourage you to fill it out and drop it by the paper or mail it to us.

Let us know what you value in your local newspaper and what you think we should eliminate because that information is very important to us.

While we cannot make everyone happy with our limited resources, we want to cover as many bases (gratuitous sports reference) as possible.

Wendell was very open when describing the community and product we were buying. He realized changes were needed to keep this newspaper viable.

Unfortunately, based on

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the economy and recent staff turnover, those changes are coming far sooner than my wife and I had anticipated.

We have never backed down from a challenge, and we aren’t now but the next few months as we rebuild the editorial staff will be challenging. It will also be a great opportunity to refocus our energy on the content that best reflects this community and county.

Please send us letters telling us what you like and don’t like. Fill out the content survey and send it in. If you are at a sporting event, take a photo and send us some results so we don’t miss anything until our new sports reporter gets up to speed.

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LOCAL DEATHS

Lovice Ann Crawford Lovice Ann Crawford, a 92-year-old lifetime resident of the Forks of the River Community, passed away at 8 a.m., Thursday, April 21, 2022 at Sunnyview Nursing Home of Trenton.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m., Thursday, April 28, 2022 at Resthaven Mortuary of Trenton.

Burial will follow in Resthaven Memorial Gardens of Trenton.

A visitation will be held from 6 until 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at Resthaven Mortuary, where open viewing will begin at 9 a.m. that day.

Lovice was born Feb. 14, 1930 in Grundy County, the daughter of Harry and Eula Cleeton Daniels. She graduated from Trenton High School with the class of 1947 and has been an active member of the alumni association.

On October 31, 1948 she was united in marriage to Charles Crawford at the Christian Church in Trenton. He survives of the home.

She was a lifelong member of Salem Baptist Church and was always active in the church. Lovice was a devoted Christian and always put God and family first. For many years Lovice wrote the Forks of the River article for the local paper. She was also a member of the Go and Learn Club.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her sons, Danny Crawford and his wife, Connie of Trenton, Bob Crawford

and his wife, Faye of Raytown and Doug Crawford and his wife, Dianna of Trenton; a daughter, Charla Rehbein and her husband, Leo of Browning; a sister, Linda Bingman of Springfield; a brother, L.D. Daniels and his wife, Pat of Warrensburg; his grandchildren, Scott Crawford and his wife, Tiffany of Trenton, Michelle Davis and her husband, Brandon of Lee’s Summit, Stephanie Eaton and her husband, Kelly of Chillicothe, Dana Taylor and her husband, Gregg of Kansas City, Shannon Crawford and his wife, Mary of Gladstone, Cory Crawford of Trenton, Cleeton Crawford and his wife, Lori of Austin, TX, Chasity Rardon and her husband, Justin of Linneus, Luke Rehbein and his wife, Raven of Purdin, Caleb Rehbein and his wife, Beth of Red Oak, IA, Lydia Shiflett and her husband, Kaleb of Humphreys and Canaan Rehbein and his wife, Breanna of Chillicothe; 30 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Gordon Crawford; an infant granddaughter; an infant great-grandson; and a brother-in-law, Tom Bingman Memorial donations are suggested to the Salem Baptist Church. They may be left with or mailed to the funeral home.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com.

Judy Mora Judy Mora died tranquilly in her sleep on Tuesday morning, April 19, 2022, at The Baptist Home in Chillicothe where she was treated with kindness and care for the last three years of her life.

Judy was born peacefully at home on Ninth Street in Trenton in 1939.

The daughter of Buel Potter and Nadine Allen, she and the Potter family moved between California and Trenton for much of her childhood.

Judy married in Long Beach, CA in 1959, divorced, then remarried in 1963 to John Humphrey in Colorado Springs, CO. Judy lived much of her life in California, coming back to Trenton in 1980 with husband, John (who became Trenton's police chief) and daughter, Barbara.

She was an excellent homemaker and the mother of two daughters, Kristi and Barbara. She was stepmother to her husband John Humphrey's children, Jami, Wayne and Terry.

Knowing it's never too late to follow a dream, in about 1984 she began her nursing degree at Trenton Junior College and completed it in Colorado. She then worked as a nurse in California.

Clearly, she was a traveler. Late in life she married Joe Mora and RV'd with him in the U.S. and Mexico. They settled in Georgia so she could be near her grandchildren, Emily and Ethan.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe and son, Terry.

She is survived by her children; Joe's children; her grandchildren; and the Hughs, Allen and Potter families of Missouri.

There will be a graveside service on Saturday, April 30 at 2 p.m. at Edinburg Cemetery, followed by lunch at Coon Creek Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to The Baptist Home of Chillicothe, where Judy lived her last days.

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DAILY RECORD

Otis Gearl Scholl Otis Gearl Scholl, an 84year-old Trenton resident, passed away at 10:08 p.m., Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at Saint Luke’s North Hospital in Kansas City.

He is to be cremated under the direction of Slater-Neal Funeral Home.

Inurnment will be at a later date at the Jamesport Masonic Cemetery.

Otis was born Oct. 28, 1937 in Mountain Grove, the son of Otto and Millie Sidwell Scholl. He attended school in Chillicothe and was a Golden Glove boxer.

On June 7, 1956, he was united in marriage to Ozella Huckleberry in Kidder. She survives of the home.

The couple moved to Jamesport in 1960. In 1972 he purchased a heating and air conditioning business in partnership with Jack Miller and it was known as Scholl and Miller Heating.

In 1976, Jack sold his half to Ernest Hamilton, Jr. and the name was changed to Scholl and Hamilton Heating Company. In 1990, Otis and Ozella moved to Trenton.

Otis was a 60-plus-year member of the Jamesport/Trenton Masonic Lodge and had been a member of the Moila Shrine Temple in St. Joseph. He was also a 50plus-year member of the Knights Templar, Godfrey De Bouillion #24 of Trenton.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Vicky McGee and her husband, Ron of Eagle Rock; a son, Otis Scholl, Jr. and Billie of Trenton; his grandchildren, LaDawna Carman, Rachelle Tyler and her husband, Kurt and David Scholl and his wife, Halley; his greatgrandchildren, Evelyn Ishmael, Cally Brandon, Andrew Brandon, Jadalynn Roberts, Arya Tyler and Isis and Isaac Scholl; two great-great-grandchildren, Aris and Rowan Lickteig; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; and a sister.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com.

Crowder Park Is Topic Of Thursday Rotary Meeting Anna Persell, superintendent at Crowder State Park, presented the program at the Thursday, April 21 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held at the BTC Bank community room.

Mrs. Persell gave an update on activities at Crowder State Park, announcing the camp sites were open to the pubic on March 1. She said the state has updated its reservation system to secure camping spots as well as reserve shelter houses, including same-day reservations.

Persons can go to the website mostateparks.com to view what is available. She also talked about the hiking/walking trails at Crowder, which cover over 19 miles. In addition to Toddler Tuesday and Earth Day, new activities planned this year include “Do It Yourself” outdoor activities with an Easter Egg Hunt in April and April Showers Bring May Flowers” in May. An Amazing Race challenge will be held on June 4, followed by a sto-

ryteller presentation. Recycled birdfeeders will be made on July 4 and Learn to Paddle classes will be held on July 16 and Aug. 13. A Christmas In July event is planned as well as Dutch cooking instruction in September, with exact dates to be announced.

Brian Upton presided at the business meeting, during which time an update was given regarding families to host a Rotary Exchange student during the 2022-23 school year. Two families have been confirmed and several families has expressed interest in being the third host family.

May 5 was announced as the last day to make a donation of new shoes for the Shoes for Orphan Souls project. Community Pride Week will be May 2-7, with the club responsible for a portion of Eighth Street. The cleanup date will be announced at the April 28 meeting.

The April 28 meeting program will be presented

by Josh Marshall of Quails Unlimited.

Minor Damage In Accident Two vehicles sustained minor damage in an accident investigated April 23 near the intersection of Carnes and West 18th streets.

According to Trenton Police Sgt. Jeb Walker’s accident report, the mishap occurred when a truck driven by Scott A. Ewing of Trenton was southbound on Carnes Street while a

car driven by Judy Kately, also of Trenton, was backing from a residence at 1804 Carnes St. Neither driver saw the other and Ms. Kately’s car backed into Ewing’s truck, causing minor damage to both vehicles.

No injuries were reported and no tickets were issued.

CIRCUIT COURT MARRIAGE LICENSE Norman Lee Troyer and Rose Marie Kramer, both of Jamesport.

MARRIAGE DISSOLUTION Petition Dismissed Kevin J. Eckert vs. Patricia M. Eckert.

REAL ESTATE Trenton Village Apts. LP to MBL Trenton Village Apart-

ments LLC. Tim Bland to Rorebeck Realty LLC. Morse and Sons Properties LLC to Rorebeck Realty LLC. Mac Rakes. to Rorebeck Realty LLC. Richard L. Rothermich and wife to Rothermich Family Trust.

Drug Charges Face Three Three suspects are being held in the Grundy County Detention Center, with all three facing felony drug charges.

According to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, David R. Gamble, 26, and Shyan V. Close, 23, both of Chillicothe, are being held on $15,000 cash-only bond after their arrest on April 22. They are both charged with delivery of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid, a class C felony, and are accused of possessing 133 grams of marijuana sealed in four separate bags. In addition, Gamble is charged with possession of a controlled substance, a

class D felony, accused of possessing methamphetamine. Both are facing misdemeanor charges of possession of drug paraphernalia, with Gamble accused of possessing a smoking pipe and Ms. Close accused of possessing rolling papers.

Also facing a felony charge is Shawn D. Boyd, 31, of Trenton. Boyd is facing a class D felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana, accused of possessing methamphetamine on April 24. Boyd is being held on $10,000 cash-only bond.

All three defendants are scheduled to be in court on April 26.

TRENTON POLICE DEPARTMENT April 18: no activity.

April 19: officers served an arrest warrant in the downtown area.

April 20: officers responded to a motor vehicle crash in the east part of town and investigated a report of sexual exploitation of a minor at a north residence.

April 21: suspicious circumstances were reported at a north residence and officers responded to a domestic dispute at a south residence.

April 22: a report of child molestation was in-

vestigated at a west residence and officers assisted another agency at a south business. A report of property damage was investigated at a south residence.

April 23: an animal bite with a rabies quarantine was investigated at a north residence and officers responded to a north business where a report of child endangerment was investigated.

April 24: a motor vehicle crash was investigated in the north part of town and officers investigated an assault at a south residence.

Home Sustains Major Damage In Sunday Fire A Trenton family is displaced following a fire on East 28th Street Sunday evening.

Trenton Firefighter Derek Hert reported that no one was home at the time of the blaze, which occurred at the home of Justin and Holly Jones at 202 E. 28th St. A neighbor noticed smoke coming from the residence and called 911 to report the fire at about 5 p.m. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy smoke coming from the house, with flames visible on the rear of the structure. They were able to make entry into the home, where they found a deceased dog and rabbit on the first floor. A cat was rescued from the basement and another dog was able to escape from the struc-

ture. At the time of the report, one cat remained unaccounted for from the home.

The home sustained heavy smoke and fire damage to the first floor and heavy water damage to the basement. A cause has not been determined, although it appears the area of origin was the kitchen.

The Red Cross has been contacted to provide assistance to the family.

The Trenton Fire Department, as well as the Grundy County Rural Fire Protection District, the Grundy County Ambulance Service, the Trenton Police Department, Trenton Municipal Utilities and Liberty Gas were on the scene of the fire for about two hours.

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Jefferson City Agrees To Reinstall Confederate Stones

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Individuals from the Kingdom of Tonga, NCMC faculty and staff, trustees, and community members recently held a flag-raising ceremony for the Tongan national flag in the NCMC Library on the Main Campus in Trenton.

NCMC Welcomes Students From Tonga North Central Missouri College recently held a flag-raising ceremony to welcome international students from the Kingdom of Tonga, their families, and the community. NCMC has developed a partnership with Tongan officials and will soon be enrolling international students from the Kingdom of Tonga.

On Friday, April 22, 2022, NCMC held a ceremony to raise the national flag of the Kingdom of Tonga. During the ceremony, remarks were made

by President Dr. Lenny Klaver, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Kristen Alley, and Dean of Instruction Mitch Holder.

Also speaking was Viliami Polovili, Talking Chief on behalf of the Tongan King, Melania Mahu’inga,

NCMC Tongan student, and Melania’s father, Talo Mahu’inga.

"The flag ceremony demonstrated the sincerity and appreciation of the Tongan community in pursuing an American education through North Central Missouri College,” said Dean of Instruction Mitch Holder. “Through our small class sizes, caring campus community, and affordability, NCMC offers a college experience that leaders of the Tongan community believe will encourage success from their students."

The Tongan flag is located on the second floor of the library, along with other flags representing the countries of each international student that is or has attended NCMC. Me-

laina is the first student from the Kingdom of Tonga to enroll at NCMC. NCMC anticipates many more Tongan students to attend in the fall and thereafter.

Melaina said, “NCMC is very friendly with a comfortable and peaceful atmosphere. I’m glad this is my first experience coming to college.”

The Kingdom of Tonga is comprised of several islands in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. Several Tongan leaders have purchased properties in Trenton and the surrounding areas to help the transition of students from the Kingdom of Tonga to North Central Missouri College and aid in their educational pursuits.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Jefferson City has agreed to reinstall two paving stones that contained a reference to a Confederate general to settle a lawsuit filed after the stones were removed, according to attorneys in the case.

Edith Vogel, a former city council member, sued the city and Mayor Carrie Tergin in March after the pavers were removed. Vogel paid for the stones to be installed at a park on a city greenway known as Adrian’s Island as part of a fundraising campaign.

Vogel's attorneys at Bradbury Law Firm said a federal judge approved a settlement Thursday, KOMU reported.

Under the settlement, the city agreed to

reinstall the pavers within 15 days and pay Vogel’s attorney’s fees.

Vogel contended in her lawsuit that her free speech rights were violated when the stones were removed.

The stones read: Union Camp Lillie notes: deciding against attack the confederate army under Gen. Sterling Price turned from Jefferson City Oct. 7, 1864.”

The city council voted in October 2021 to remove a similar paving stone from a roadway.

Although she is not required to, Vogel will donate $2,000 to the Parks Foundation, which was the amount the city refunded to her when it removed the pavers.

Man Imprisoned Two Decades In Mother's Death Out On Parole (AP) – Michael Politte walked out of prison Friday, paroled after nearly two decades behind bars for a crime he says he didn't commit — the killing of his mother.

Politte, now 38, was released from the Jefferson City Correctional Center, two months after he was granted parole. He was greeted by hugs from relatives and friends.

“I never thought this day would come,” Politte said.

“I don't see any barbed wire or any wire. It's all open. It smells different, looks different. It's amazing."

Rita Politte died in a fire at the family home in the eastern Missouri town of Hopewell in 1998. Michael, 14 at the time, and a friend were also in the home but managed to escape the blaze. Politte's lawyers said the boys were awakened by smoke and scrambled to escape, be-

fore Politte found the burning body of his mother.

Investigators said the fire was started with gasoline and determined that Rita Politte had also suffered blunt force head trauma.

The investigation focused on her teenage son as the main suspect and four years later, he was convicted as an adult of second-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.

The Midwest Innocence Project and the MacArthur Justice Center, which both work to overturn wrongful convictions, have sought to exonerate Politte, saying he was convicted based on debunked science and a biased investigation.

A petition by Politte’s attorneys last year faulted investigators who determined that the teen had gasoline on his shoes, which was the only physical evidence they said linked him to the crime. The findings were based on now-discredited

fire investigation techniques, and the state has conceded that Politte did not have gas on his shoes, the attorneys said.

The petition said investigators ignored other potential suspects, including Politte’s father, who was going through a difficult divorce with Rita Politte at the time of her killing.

Politte said his goals now that he's out are simple.

“I just want to live," he said. “I want to get a job. I want to work.”

He also wants justice for his mother, whom he said “is always in my thoughts, always in my mind.”

A friend, Mike Glore, was among those greeting Politte. He brought along two small bikes, similar to those they used to ride together before Politte was sent away. The men hopped on the bikes and rode off the prison parking lot together.

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Savannah City Attorney Emily Bauman praised the collaborative effort and vision that was necessary to bring the new campus to fruition.

“This groundbreaking is a result of a collaborative effort requiring hard work and coordination by all the partners involved. For many years, the City of Savannah has envisioned the potential for growth and partnership that support social and economic development in our town,” she commented. “This project is such a phenomenal opportunity that will help bring that vision to life.”

NCMC Director of Development Alicia Endicott outlined what will be needed to continue the development of the Savannah campus.

“With help from the City of Savannah and other partners, phase one of the Savannah Campus is fully funded,” she explained. “In

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types of groups; from adults in the ag industry to freshmen at an FFA Green Conference. He has great passion for servant leadership in the FFA and I know he will continue to improve our state FFA association.

He will represent Missouri quite well and impact countless FFA members over the next year.”

Oaks, a graduate of Grundy R-5 High School, served as State FFA Pres-

phase two, we already have assistance from the State of Missouri, other Foundations and investors. However, we will need at least $2.5 million to complete construction and provide the technology and equipment for the campus and program, and we will be seeking help from all of you. I look forward to visiting with you in the coming weeks and months about the Transforming Lives, Empowering People major gifts campaign led by the NCMC Foundation.”

Gallagher read remarks from Sen. Hegeman: “We are truly fortunate to have NCMC here in the great northwest part of our state. I have always enjoyed what I consider a productive relationship with NCMC. They provide an affordable and solid education that plays an important role in getting our kids ready for the future, without costing an arm and a leg and without them having to move thousands of miles away from home.”

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sentative J. Eggleston included: “I could not be happier to see this example of progress in our community.

This new endeavor will not only mark an important milestone for both NCMC and Savannah, but will be a huge boon to economic and workforce development in northwest Missouri, help area employers find the workers they need and provide a quality education so our area residents can fulfill their dreams.”

After remarks, a commemorative groundbreaking took place at the site to signify the beginning of the project. Those wishing to view the groundbreaking in its entirety can visit https://piratesdigitalmedia.c om/.

Phase one of the Savannah campus is anticipated to be completed by October 2022, with a limited number of classes offered in January 2023. Phase two is expected to be completed by the fall of 2023, with a full range of courses and programs offered.

NCMC is planning a number of programs to launch the Savannah location, including the Associate in Arts (transfer) degree, the Practical Nursing (LPN) certificate, the Associate Degree in Nursing (PN-to-ADN), AAS Radiologic Technology, AAS Surgical Technology, and the Industrial Maintenance Skills certificate. Other programs in development include certificates in Robotics Skills and the AAS degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The college is approved to expand several other programs currently offered primarily online or at other locations into the Savannah campus, including AAS Early Childhood Development, AAS Behavioral Health Support, AAS Business, and certificates in Accounting, Business Management and Financial Management.

The NCMC Savannah Campus project is designed

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ident during the 2007-2008 school year and Adam Kirby, a THS graduate, held the office during the 2015-2016 school year. For Oaks, the shared experience brings an extra amount of excitement about Colton’s election.

“From my perspective having also served as the Missouri State FFA president, it’s exciting,” he said. “I know what he is capable of and I know what he brings to this organization and I am excited that everyone else will get to

see it, too. I am happy to see him follow his passion and serve Missouri FFA,” Oaks said. “I know he is in it for the right reasons and genuinely wants to give back to the organization that helped shape him. He wants to see other members have a great experience like he did and wants to help them find success. I’m incredibly proud of him and look forward to watching him serve as president this next year. I know he will do a wonderful job.”

In addition to FFA, Col-

ton has been a member of the T-Club, Spanish Club, National Honor Society, Golden Bulldog Marching Band and scholar bowl.

After he graduates in May, Colton plans to attend the University of MissouriColumbia to study agribusiness management, economics and public policy. Upon graduation, he hopes to attend law school and work as an agricultural estate attorney with an emphasis in farm succession.

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Shakespearean Circle Recognizes Member The Shakespearean Circle celebrated the end of their spring semester on April 20 with a luncheon at The Parlor Bakery and Café in Chillicothe.

At the luncheon, members recognized Krista Rickerson for having studied all 38 of Shakespeare’s plays with the Circle. For her achievement, members presented Krista with a unique miniature bust of Shakespeare, a mug printed

with “Exit, pursued by a bear,” the famous stage direction from “The Winter’s Tale,” and a congratulatory card.

Members in attendance included Krista Rickerson, Amy White, Susan Engelmann, Mary Jane Smith, Sandy McGinness, and Terry Cobb.

The Shakespearean Circle will meet again in September.

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North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Early Bird Bingo, 6:00 p.m.; Regular Bingo, 6:45 p.m.

North 65 Center: Line Dancers, 9:30 a.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Paula’s Kitchen, 5 to 7 p.m.

SUNDAY Narcotics Anonymous, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 4 p.m.

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Ångström Brass, a chamber ensemble from the Kansas City area, presented a program Sunday afternoon at the Trenton R-9 Performing Arts Center. The program was sponsored by Art’s Alive and also included performances by two Trenton High School instrumental ensembles as opening acts. Quartet members include, from left, Dustin Williams and Patrick Doyle, trumpet; Andy Toews, trombone; and Joseph Felton, tuba.

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With their Special Needs Prom coming up on Saturday, May 7, members of The Gifted Group took the initiative on Saturday to earn some of the funds needed for the event. Several members of the group worked for about three hours at Barnes Greenhouses unloading ferns from a semi. Group spokesperson Brenda Thorne said those participating in The Gifted Group take pride in earning the money they use for their special activities.

A mallet trio of Trenton High School students served as one of two opening acts for the Art’s Alive performance Sunday afternoon in the Trenton R-9 Performing Arts Center. Trio members, who earned an “outstanding” rating at the District Music Contest, include, from left, Lydia Leininger, Tayler Morton and Jaica Clark.

WMH Plans Second Annual Virtual Auction The Wright Memorial Hospital Foundation’s second annual virtual charity auction will begin on May 4. The bidding will come to a close on May 16, and items may be added to the auction throughout the twelve-day virtual event.

Bidding will all take place online at www.mwauctions.bid. The Foundation is still accepting donations and will continue to accept donations through May 16.

Items donated should have a minimum value of at least $25.

Proceeds from the auction will go to support the Oncology Nurse Navigator Program, as well as the Foundation’s general fund, which supports Wright Memorial Hospital in a variety of ways.

“In 2021, we held this event to help offset the cancelation of regular fundraisers, the annual golf tournament and Wright Run, due to the pandemic.

The auction was a tremendous success, and so we’ve decided to make the virtual auction an annual event,” said David Bain, Foundation Development Officer, Wright Memorial Hospital Foundation. “Because of excellent support from our hospital departments, as well as so many individuals and businesses throughout the community, we were able to profit $10,000 which helped to fund the hospital’s Oncology Nurse Navigator Program and other Foundation endeavors.”

The auction will be

hosted in partnership with local award-winning auctioneer Michael Witten, and MW Auctions. Persons will be able to register, and then bid on MW Auctions’ website: www.mwauctions.bid.

The mission of the Wright Memorial Hospital Foundation is to promote, advance, encourage, assist, and support the growth, development, and operation of Wright Memorial Hospital.

For more information about WMH Foundation’s initiatives, to donate to the auction, or to discuss other opportunities to support the Foundation, contact David Bain, at 660-358-5706, or dbain@saintlukeskc.org.

news@republican-times.com Tax Relief Package and Vaccine Protections JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – Missourians who pay income tax to the state are one step closer to receiving meaningful relief from their tax burden. The House approved legislation that would create a one-time economic recovery tax credit for Missouri residents who paid personal income tax in the state for 2021. Under the plan in House Bill 3021, anyone filing an individual Missouri personal income tax return could receive a credit equal to their tax liability up to $500. Married couples could receive up to a $1,000 credit. HB 3021 would appropriate $1 billion from the state’s General Revenue Fund to the Department of Revenue to make these credits possible. The fact of the matter is that Missouri has a historic amount of excess revenues in our treasury; this is a way to give some type of financial relief to low income Missourians. This is an opportunity to give taxpayer funds back to the people who paid them, especially when they are facing rising costs due to inflation and other economic factors. HB 3021 was voted out of the House and now moves to the Senate for consideration. It must be approved by both Chambers by Friday, May 6th, which is the constitutional deadline for all appropriations bills.

In other news, the House also took action to protect Missourians from being forced by their employer to take vaccinations that have yet to receive full federal authorization. HB 1709 would make it an unlawful discriminatory practice for any state government entity to require someone to receive a medication, vaccination, or injection that has not been fully authorized by the FDA. That also includes medical treatments that are allowed under an emergency use authorization or are still undergoing safety trials. There are some exceptions, particularly in the cases of medical facilities or public universities that must require vaccinations in order to participate in federal programs or receive federal funds. However, this is one step towards protecting Missourians from retaliatory actions if they have concerns regarding a medication, vaccination, or injection that has not been fully vetted by scientific studies by the FDA. This measure will add some clarity for both employers and employees if we are ever faced in the future with a medical emergency that would require untested treatments as a condition of employment. HB 1709 passed out of the House and is now moving to the Senate for consideration.

As always, it’s an honor to serve you. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call my office at (573) 751-0246 or email me at Randy.Railsback@house.mo.gov.

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NATIONAL Security Camera Fail During NYC Subway Attack To Be Probed NEW YORK (AP) — The failure of security cameras in the New York subway station where a gunman opened fire this month is the subject of an investigation.

Acting Metropolitan Transportation Authority Inspector General Elizabeth Keating announced the probe Monday.

“As the horrific mass shooting two weeks ago in Sunset Park has raised questions about the MTA camera system, the Office of the Inspector General has initiated an inquiry into why the cameras were not transmitting on April 12 and a review of the maintenance and repair program for the critical equipment,” Keating said in a statement.

Police acknowledged that security cameras in three stations weren’t working on the morning of April 12, including the Brooklyn station where the gunman set off a smoke device and shot 10 people.

The MTA has nearly 10,000 cameras at its 472 subway stations, and other cameras in nearby stations helped police track suspect Frank James’ movements before and after the shooting.

James also left behind a bag containing weapons, smoke grenades and the key to a U-Haul truck he had driven. The truck was found parked near a station where authorities believe James entered the subway dressed in construction clothing.

He was apprehended the following day in New York and charged with a federal terrorism offense.

All of the shooting victims are expected to survive.

Reports: Twitter In Talks With Musk Over Bid To Buy Platform Twitter’s board is negotiating with Tesla CEO Elon Musk over his bid to buy the social media platform and a deal could be announced as early as Monday, according to media reports.

Twitter and Musk spoke into the early hours Monday, The New York Times reported, less than two weeks after the billionaire first revealed a massive stake in the company.

Musk said last week that he had lined up $46.5 billion in financing to buy Twitter, putting pressure on the company’s board to negotiate a deal.

The Times, citing people with knowledge of the situation who it did not identify, said the two sides were discussing details including a timeline and fees if an agreement was signed and then fell apart. The people said the situation was fluid and fastmoving.

Shares of Twitter Inc. rose 4% Monday.

Twitter had enacted an anti-takeover measure known as a poison pill that could make a takeover attempt prohibitively expensive. But the board decided to negotiate after Musk updated his proposal to show he had secured financing, according to The Wall Street Journal, which was first to report the negotiations were under-

way.

Musk has said he wants to buy Twitter because he doesn’t feel it’s living up to its potential as a platform for free speech. Twitter, he said, “needs to be transformed as a private company” in order to build trust with users and do better at serving what he calls the “societal imperative” of free speech.

Musk has described himself as a “free-speech absolutist” but is also known for blocking or disparaging other Twitter users who question or disagree with him.

In recent weeks, he has voiced a number of proposed changes for the company, from relaxing its content restrictions — such as the rules that suspended former President Donald Trump’s account — to ridding the platform of fake and automated accounts.

A rival bidder to Musk may not be stepping up any time soon, fearful of the byzantine task of moderating content on the platform, something that Musk has vowed to do less of.

“The Twitter Board could not find a white knight and with Musk’s financing detailed the clock has essentially struck midnight for the board which is why negotiations have

begun to get a deal done,” said Dan Ives, who follows Twitter for Wedbush Securities.

While Twitter’s user base remains much smaller than those of rivals such as Facebook and TikTok, the service is popular with celebrities, world leaders, journalists and intellectuals. Musk himself is a prolific tweeter with more than 83 million followers, rivaling several pop stars in the ranks of most-followed accounts.

On April 14, Musk announced an offer to buy the social media platform for $54.20 per share, or about $43 billion, but did not say at the time how he would finance the acquisition.

Last week, he said in documents filed with U.S. securities regulators that the money would come from Morgan Stanley and other banks, some of it secured by his huge stake in Tesla.

Twitter has not commented.

Musk is the world’s wealthiest person, according to Forbes, with a nearly $279 billion fortune. But much of his money is tied up in Tesla stock and SpaceX, his privately held space company. It’s unclear how much cash Musk has.

Error Forces Redo Of Florida School Shooter's Jury Selection FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The judge overseeing jury selection for a man who murdered 17 people at a Florida high school declared that the process will start over Monday, conceding that she should have questioned 11 potential jurors who said they would not follow the law before she dismissed them.

In granting the motion filed by Nikolas Cruz 's prosecutors over the strong objection of his attorneys, Circuit Judge Elizabeth Scherer nullified two weeks of work by prosecution and defense lawyers, forcing them to begin the entire process anew on Monday. As a result, almost 250 potential jurors who had said they could sit for a four-month trial will not be

called back next month for further questioning. More than 1,200 candidates had been screened.

Prosecutor Carolyn McCann made her argument after the 11 jurors who were improperly dismissed by Scherer two weeks ago weren’t told to return to court for more questioning Monday, as had been planned, due to a miscommunication error.

Scherer said they would be brought in next week, but McCann argued that more time would be wasted if it turned out the potential jurors had to be struck anyway. She said the prosecution has just as much right to question potential jurors and to an untainted final panel as the defense.

“This is not harmless error,” McCann said.

Melisa McNeill, Cruz’s lead public defender, strongly disagreed with the decision to strike the potential jurors now. She said Scherer should wait until next week to see if the 11 jurors returned and could be questioned. She then asked the judge to delay her decision until Monday afternoon to give her side more time to do research.

Scherer sided with the prosecution, but said she might reconsider if the defense can make a persuasive argument Monday afternoon after it finishes its research.

Cruz, 23, pleaded guilty in October to murdering 17 and wounding 17 at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on Feb. 14, 2018. The 12member jury that will be

selected after a two-month, three-step winnowing process will decide if he is sentenced to death or life in prison without parole. The misstep will almost certainly push back opening statements from their scheduled date of midJune. They had already been delayed from May 31.

Having to start all over again has been a possibility since Scherer made the error on April 5 during questioning of a group of 60 potential jurors, the fifth of 21 panels that have appeared before the judge, prosecutors and the defense.

With the previous four groups and every group since, Scherer only asked potential jurors if they knew Cruz or any of the attorneys and if they had any

personal or work hardships that would make it impossible for them to serve from June through September.

With the fifth group, however, she also asked if any of the candidates would not follow the law if chosen. A couple people put up their hands, then a couple more until soon there were 11 hands held aloft.

Scherer expressed surprise at the number, but dismissed them without further questioning, drawing an objection from Cruz’s attorneys in a private sidebar after they left.

The defense wanted Scherer to question them further to make sure they actually believed and understood what they were saying and not simply trying to avoid jury service.

Florida jury candidates who say they can’t serve are almost always questioned, regardless of the reasons they give.

Scherer, realizing her error, tried to have the jurors returned, but all except one had left the courthouse.

She said the Broward County Sheriff’s Office would deliver summonses

to them, but that was not done for unexplained reasons. Even if all had returned, they still might have been disqualified because they had not been given the order that Scherer gave to other potential jurors to not discuss or read about the case.

Given Cruz’s notoriety and the hatred many in the community have for him, finding jurors who can be fair promises to be an excruciatingly long process.

Jurors who pass the first stage by saying they can serve four months complete questionnaires about their backgrounds and their beliefs on the death penalty.

The answers are given to both sides, and then prospects are brought back in several weeks later for further questioning, including whether they can be fair to Cruz.

The jurors who are selected will decide whether aggravating factors outweigh mitigating factors such as the defendant’s lifelong mental and emotional problems, possible sexual abuse and the death of his parents.

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only for your sake but for your child's sake -- then why can't he just take the action and get married? If it is really that important to you, it should be that important to him.

After 10 years, giving him a deadline is more than reasonable. Good luck!

Dear Annie: I was completely enchanted with your response to "Going With the Flow," the reader who had a wonderful conversation with a woman who had Alzheimer's, and I completely agree with you. As a hospice nurse for the past 10 years, I have had many patients with dementia, and I tell my families to do exactly what "Going With the Flow" did. The patient's "here and now" is NOT the same as our "here and now," and they usually are in a place where they are or were happy. You will NEVER bring them back to your time and place, so just go with it!

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Dear Annie: I have been with my boyfriend for 10 years, and we have one child together. We love each other, but we are not married.

I keep asking, "Why is he taking so long to propose marriage?" I've been waiting, but I don't want to wait forever.

We have had many conversations about marriage, and he always says we are married in his mind.

Should I just keep taking that, or is it time to move on? I say that because I really want to be married.

There is an age difference between us. I'm 31, and he is 41.

What should I do?

Leave after I give him a time limit, or just say we are married in each of our minds, despite the fact that I crave a real marriage? -10 Years and Counting Dear Counting: If your boyfriend tells you that he is already married in his mind -- and marriage is something you really want out of the relationship, not

want to "fix" our loved ones (or keep them from going away from us), but just going with their flow will save a lot of aggravation for everybody involved. When I get a new dementia patient, I always picture a sign on their door as I'm entering their home: "Reality doesn't live here anymore."

"Going With the Flow," thank you so much for not feeling sorry for this lady and for just giving her some happy moments. You are a special person! -Hospice Nurse in Vegas Dear Hospice Nurse: Thank you so much for your very kind words. I always love to hear from professionals who have firsthand experience.

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Drillers get into gear Drilling for oil and gas is on the rise in the Permian Basin.

Regulators in Texas and New Mexico approved a record number of horizontal drilling permits in March for oil and gas producers operating in the Permian Basin, approving 904 permits, according to Rystad Energy.

“This is a clear signal that operators in the basin are kicking into high gear on their development plans, positioning for a significant ramp-up of activity,” said Artem Abramov, Rystad Energy’s head of shale research.

The surge in activity is mainly being driven by high oil prices and

increased demand for oil and gas.

“Since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. has definitely cemented a position as a preferred oil and gas supplier in the European market,” Abramov said. As a result, the outlook for U.S. liquefied natural gas and crude exports increased significantly in the last two months, he added.

In recent years, weekly horizontal permit approvals have temporarily spiked above 200. But permit approvals rarely remain that high for an entire month as they did in March, indicating operators have robust expansion plans, according to Rystad.

Weekly new horizontal drill permits 250 Four-week average

More drilling:

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Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Cassandra Brewer at 660359-5647.

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North Central Missouri College is seeking an Upward Bound Academic Advisor. This is a full-time position with benefits included. Interested applicants should visit www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203.

NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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NOTICE OF INVITATION FOR BIDS Grundy Co. R-V Board of Education of Galt, MO is accepting bids for bread, milk, propane and diesel fuel.

Sealed bids are to be submitted no later than 12:00 pm on May 13, 2022. Bids will be opened at the May 17, 2022 regular meeting. Envelopes should be clearly marked and mailed to: Superintendent of Schools, P.O. Box 6, Galt, MO 64641.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Case No. 22AG-PR00018 In the Matter of R.D.S, A minor.

NOTICE OF ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION TO: John Doe, Natural Father of minor and Chloe Schultz, Natural Mother of minor.

YOU ARE HEREBY notified that there has been filed herein a Petition for the appointment of a Guardian for the above-named minor.

The Court has appointed Trentis Miller, an attorney with an address of 903 Jackson Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601, to represent the minor.

Said matter will be heard on June 23, 2022, at 10:00 A.M. in the Probate Courtroom of the Grundy County Courthouse in Trenton, Missouri. WITNESSETH my hand and seal of the Circuit Court this 19th day of April, 2022 Date of first publication: April 26, 2022 Week 2: May 3, 2022 Week 3: May 10, 2022 Week 4: May 17, 2022 /s/ Jill Eaton, Clerk dApr26,May3,10,17 --------------------------------------

PRINCETON MANOR APARTMENTS is accepting applications for

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Belinda Cameron Owner/Broker 660.334.0512

SENIOR CITIZEN APARTMENTS Rent is based on income and includes: Water, Sewer, Trash, Lawn Care, Snow Removal, 24 hour Maintenance and On-Site Laundry Facilities.

Applicants may stop by 2610 Princeton Road, Trenton, Missouri to pick up an application and see the pride we take in our housing community. We share in great neighbors, community activities & beautiful surroundings.

660-359-5120 • Some income restrictions apply.

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For more information or to set up a time to view the property, please contact Lisa Dicks at (816) 724-3992. Applications will be accepted until Monday, April 25, 2022 at 5:00 pm.

The Green Hills Women's Shelter reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to modify or change contractual requirements, or to accept any bid which it believes to be in its best interest.

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Please submit resume' or pick up an application at our business office located at 4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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AREA SFCC To Honor Trenton Native On Retirement THS/TMS Color Run Is Saturday, April 30 State Fair Community College will hold a reception for Trenton native Dr. Joanna Anderson on Sunday, May 1.

The retirement reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. in the lobby of Charles E. Yeater Learning Center on the Sedalia campus. Dr. Anderson will retire as the college’s fifth president on June 30. A presentation will be held at 3 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

During her nine years of service, SFCC expanded programs across all academic divisions including, behavioral health, occupational therapy, sonography, medical assisting and surgical tech. Under Dr. Anderson’s leadership, the college created programs outside of the health sciences with growth in advanced manufacturing, expansion of both the Clinton and Boonville campuses and implementation of the Navigator advising program.

Dr. Anderson bolstered the college’s athletic programs by bringing men’s and women’s soccer back with community support.

Athletics also added baseball and softball, and in 2021, the college added teams in clay target shooting, cross country, track and field and esports.

In 2018 Dr. Anderson oversaw the 50th anniversary year-long celebration for the college, which featured a dinner honoring many Jaycees who led the campaign to create the college, previous employees republican-times.com

and past presidents.

She helped the college through re-accreditation in 2019 with the Higher Learning Commission, an independent corporation that was founded in 1895 as one of six regional higher education institutional accreditors. HLC accredits degree-granting post-secondary educational institutions in the United States. SFCC was awarded 10-year re-accreditation under Anderson.

In 2020, Dr. Anderson helped the SFCC Foundation launch the successful Stronger Workforce, Greater Community: A Capital Campaign for the Olen Howard Workforce Innovation Center (OHWIC) and Center for Excellence. The OHWIC is set to open later in May with a grand opening June 9. The OHWIC will expand SFCC’s Career and Technology Education by doubling the capacity of the welding and precision machining programs and creating the Center for Excellence in Fielding. The center will include a climate, refrigeration and energy control (HVAC) lab and an advanced manufacturing and robotics lab.

Dr. Anderson plans to re-

Dr. Joanna Anderson

turn to their family farm near Trenton. Prior to her tenure at SFCC, Dr. Anderson worked at Casper College in Wyoming six years and at North Central Missouri College for 21 years.

Anderson also worked for the local radio station in Trenton.

“This is a great time to be leaving SFCC with many exciting plans for growth and expansion in the works. I’m proud of the accomplishments during my tenure and grateful to our outstanding employees, generous donors and wonderful community for their support,” said Anderson.

“My family is growing and my husband, Ken, and I are looking forward to being together again with time to focus on family.”

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The Trenton High School and Trenton Middle School chapters of student council will host a 5K Color Run on Saturday at C.F. Russell Stadium.

Participants should already be registered, but as of Sunday there were 20 spots available for entry.

The late entry fee is $20 with a color run t-shirt.

Runners/walkers should plan to arrive around 8:30 a.m. to get their numbers pinned on their shirts.

Shirts should be ready prior

to the day of the run to be picked up at THS/TMS on Wednesday or by appointment.

The Trenton Fire Department will start the run by spraying down the runners/walkers as they leave the starting line. The 5K will leave C.F. Russell Stadium and head west on 10th Street and end back at the stadium at the finish line. Medals will be awarded for two age groups, adults and schoolage students. Three medals

will be given for the two age groups. There will be five different colors of powder thrown and participants should make sure they bring a Ziploc bag for their cell phones.

The THS FCCLA will also be selling energy balls and snacks after the run to help the students with the cost of going to the FCCLA National Convention. The snacks will be available after the final picture and group powder is thrown.