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Friday, April 19, 2019
TRENTON
REPUBLICAN-TIMES
Trenton, MO 64683
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SPICKARD CITY COUNCIL Funds Needed For Sewer Operations
Publication To Include Authors From Area
Residents Question Rate Hike A public hearing on Wednesday to address a proposed increase in sewer charges to help pay for system operations turned into a session in which residents also asked questions regarding other recent actions taken by the Spickard City Council. Over 75 individuals attended the hearing at the Wise Community Center, which was called by the city council to answer questions about the proposed sewer rate increase which, according to a letter sent to customers, would take effect on May 25. The rates have not yet been approved by the council, which was required to hold a public hearing before adopting the new rates. A member of the city council, Margaret George, said the rates are to be considered by the council at its meeting on May 14. While it was never mentioned what the current rate structure is, several residents stated their bills under the new rate plan would be jumping as much as 250 percent. The letter sent to residents stated that there would be a base fee of $32 with persons using between 0 and 1,000 gallons of water a month being assessed $44.50 in sewer charges (the sewer rates are based on water usage). The rate would then go up $10 per 1,000 gallons of water used. The council recently adopted new water rates, which were also listed on the letter. Those rates start
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Scott Adams, an environmental engineer with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, explained issues involving the city of Spickard’s sewer system during a public meeting on Wednesday night. The meeting was held by members of the Spickard City Council to discuss and answer questions regarding a proposed sewer rate increase. Also pictured are, from left, Joe McLiney of McLiney and Company, which works with communities on bond issues; Liz Grove, management circuit rider with the Missouri Rural Water Association; councilmember Janice Vandevender; and City Clerk Kristie Martin.
at $42 for 0 to 1,000 gallons of water usage and increase by $28 for each additional 1,000 gallons of water used. Late fees for account payments for water, sewer and trash, along with hang tag and reconnect fees, were also recently increased and approved by the council. According to statements made by several speakers at the meeting, the rate hike is the result of needing funds to continue operation of the city sewer system, which was put in place in the early 1990s and is now in need of repairs to meet Department of Natural Re-
GRAND RIVER VALLEY CHOIR AND ORCHESTRA
sources/Environmental Protection Agency regulations. The recent cost to the city to repair a pump is currently being paid for over time and, according to DNR Environmental Engineer Scott Adams, testing on the city lagoon last August shows that the city is not meeting requirements of its current permit regarding ammonia and effluent treatment. It was noted that the city has until 2023 to figure out a way to address the effluent situation, which could include See Spickard, Page 7
Summer Program Is June 15
Concert Rehearsals To Begin On Tuesday The Grand River Valley Choir and Orchestra will begin rehearsals on Tuesday, April 23 at Hodge Presbyterian Church in Trenton for its 2019 spring concert. Registration begins at 6 p.m. and rehearsal starts at 6:30. There is no registration fee for choir or orchestra members this year as music costs have been covered by the GRVCO Donor’s Club. The summer concert is scheduled for Saturday, June 15. Rehearsals will be held on Tuesdays at 6:30
p.m. at Hodge Presbyterian Church. The choir is directed by Tyler Busick and the orchestra is directed by Buddy Hannaford. Choir selections include “How Can I Keep from Singing,” “I Hear America Singing,” and “Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternal,” while orchestra pieces include “American Folk Rhapsody,” “Variations on a Shaker Melody,” and “Jupiter, Bringer of Jollity.” The Grand River Valley Choir and Orchestra always welcomes new talent. The choir is open to all
community members with a passion for singing while the orchestra is especially in need of strings and oboe. Individuals interested in auditioning for the orchestra should call Buddy Hannaford at 660-359-2762. For more information about the GRVCO, persons can call Dennis Browning at 654-0855 or contact him by email at grvchoirandorch@gmail.com. For additional information or to check out past concerts, persons can go to the website, www.grvco.com/.
Briefs... License Bureau Opens
Nuisance Board
City Council Meeting
The Trenton License Bureau will be open for business on Monday, April 22. The license bureau office will open in its new location at 611 E. Ninth St. at 8 a.m. and will be open on Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., including during the lunch hour. The telephone number remains the same, 660-3594324. The license bureau has been closed since Feb. 18, when a fire extensively damaged the building at 617 Main St. in which both the license bureau and Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce offices were located. The chamber office has also relocated to 611 E. Ninth St. and is currently open for business. Two other buildings in the 600 block of Main Street housing This and That Pawn Shop and Antiques and Cut and Curls Beauty Shop were also destroyed in the Feb. 18 blaze. Trenton Fire Chief Brandon Gibler said the investigation into the fire by the State Fire Marshal’s office remains ongoing.
The Building and Nuisance Board of the Trenton City Council will meet in regular session at 6 p.m. on Monday, April 22 at city hall. Items on the announced agenda include declaration of nuisance on properties at 607 W. Crowder Road owned by John Danks and 1618 Mable St. owned by Joseph Buckner; public hearings on properties at 409 E. 19th St. owned by Altoff/Matlage, 812 Grant St. owned by Michael and Ruth Smith, 813 Olive St. owned by Denise Jones and others and 2002 Chicago Street owned by Samuel Southers; findings of fact on properties at 302 E. Seventh St. owned by Gary and Susan Jacobs, 1011 Custer St. owned by Colbi and Andrew Riley and 1312 Gilmore St. owned by Marvin Knapp; a certificate of existence of a dangerous building on property at 1802 Carnes St. owned by Dwayne Couch; discussion of the 2018-19 demolition program; and updates on current structures and nuisances.
The Trenton City Council will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 22 at city hall. Items on the announced agenda include an ordinance officially accepting the contract with Rapid Removal for residential trash hauling services, an ordinance authorizing an agreement with M&M Utilities LLC for the Normal Street Sewer Rehabilitation Project, seven ordinances updating city codes to comply with changes in state law (topics include open records, health care records, prostitution, loitering near a child care facility, traffic code amendments, emergency sirens and flashing lights and operation of autocycles), discussion of the wastewater headworks project, discussion of animal license fees (requested by Councilman Larry Crawford), discussion and approval of the 17th Street demolition project bid contingent upon MoDOT approval, discussion and approval of SCADA services and appointments of committee members and liaisons to various boards.
Main Street Meeting Persons interested in learning about the Main Street Trenton program are invited to a “town hall” meeting on Thursday, May 16. Executive Director Megan Derry said those attending will be asked to share their opinions about the downtown district as well as give suggestions as to what they would like to see happen in the downtown area. The meeting, which is open to the public, will be at 5:30 p.m. in the Sugg Room of the Ketcham Community Center on the North Central Missouri College campus. For more information, persons can contact Ms. Derry at 654-3716.
Bids Approved
NCMC Board Meeting
The Grundy County Commission has awarded a bid for the replacement of the lower level air conditioning and heating system at the Grundy County Law Enforcement Center. Wilson’s Heating and Cooling was awarded the bid, which at $9,207.89 was the lowest one received. Grundy County Presiding Commissioner Phil Ray said the work is scheduled to be complete by May 1. The commission is scheduled to hold its regular weekly meeting on Tuesday, April 23 at the Grundy County Courthouse. The only item on the agenda is a 10 a.m. meeting with Ambulance Supervisor Steve Tracy.
The North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees will meet in regular session at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23 in the Frey Administrative Building. Items on the announced agenda include a presentation by the Ellison-Auxier architectural firm, a resignation and request for emeritus status, a change in early college tuition and fees, the first reading of proposed board policy changes, bids, a request for a special meeting on May 17 with the NCMC Foundation Board, a health sciences job description change, employment of an adjunct instructor and clinical instructor and administrative reports.
National Weather Service Sunny skies through the weekend before a chance of rain on Sunday night and Monday. HIghs will be in the 70s over the weekend with lows in the 50s. The high at Trenton on Monday was 76, Tuesday’s high was 82, Wednesday’s high was 76 and the low was 60. Rain totalled .05 of an inch on Wednesday. Wednesday’s high at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 75, the low was 45. Rain was .03 of an inch
What’s Inside... A former THS wrestler and retired high school wrestling coach was recently inducted into the Missouri Wrestling Hall of Fame. See page 2 of today’s Republican-Times for information about 1976 THS graduate Ethan Hauck.
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The Community Writing Group of Grundy County is seeking submissions for an anthology the group hopes to publish this summer. The writing group is looking to include work from the community and North Central Missouri College students as well as from the group itself. Fiction and non-fiction pieces, along with poetry, will be included in the publication. According to writing group member Pam Johnston, there will be a 60-page limit for the anthology, which means there will be a word limit for all prose submissions. However, poetry of all lengths and types will be accepted. Fiction submissions are limited to 500 words. The story should be extremely brief, but still offer characters and plot developments. Non-fiction pieces may be about any topic, subject or theme, with the writing style being up to the author. Personal essays, memoirs, lyrics and more are welcomed for submission. General guidelines include: Prose (fiction, 500-word limit; non-fiction, 1,000-word limit) - items must be singlespaced (no line between paragraphs); first line indent set to .3 (not spaces); no page numbers; no headers or footers; 12 point Times New Roman font; standard document margins of one inch; left justify paragraphs. Poetry - lines should be single-spaced, with a doublespace between verses (a line width in the book is approximately 4.3 inches. If a line is wider than 4.3 inches in a 12 point font, it will be wrapped to the next line and may not appear as expected); 12 point Times New Roman font; each poem on separate pages. Previously published stories or poems may be submitted, however, writers are asked to include information as to where and when the item was published. Writers are also asked to make sure they have retained the rights to their piece before it is included in the group’s anthology. All rights to work published in this anthology will revert back to the author. The deadline to submit items for publication is Friday, April 26. When submitting the work, persons should include on a separate sheet of paper the author’s name, word count, email address, mailing address and telephone number with area code. Persons are asked not to put that information on the submitted manuscript. The anthology editors (members of the Community Writing Group) reserve the right to edit and make suggestions to entrants on their subSee Writing, Page 7
What’s Inside Sports .....................page 2 & 3 Op/Ed ............................page 4 Community ...................page 5 Agriculture....................page 6 Local News.............page 7 & 8 NASCAR .......................page 8 Comics ...........................page 9 Dear Annie...................page 11 Crosswords..................page 11
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TRENTON REPUBLICAN-TIMES, DAILY, TRENTON, MO.
SPORTS HIGH SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD
Husker Invitational
Trenton Girls Dominate The Field In Higginsville, Boys Third The Trenton High School track and field teams traveled to Higginsville for the second time this season and for the fifth time this year, the Trenton girls ran away with a meet title. Trenton collected its fifth relay title of the season, keeping the Bulldogs’ undefeated start to the season going with a team title at the Husker Invitational in Higginsville on Monday. Trenton collected 178 points, more than enough to fend off runner-up Knob Noster (133) and host Higginsville (117). Lexi Whitaker and Kristi Ewing again paced the Bulldogs. The two combined with Lexi Gott and McKayla Blackburn to win the 4x400meter relay with a time of 4:17.87 and then combined with Gott and Chandler Lynch to win the 800-meter sprint medley with a time of 1:56.61. Individually, Whitaker was first in the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 47.96 and second in the 200-meter dash with a time of 26.62. Ewing was first in the 400-meter dash with a time of 1:04.68 and third in the 100-meter dash with a time of 13.29. The four gold medals Whitaker and
Ewing combined for would be the only first-place finishes for Trenton at the meet. However, the Bulldogs placed in every single event on the day and, in most cases, Trenton double-placed. Mykah Hurley followed Whitaker and Ewing with runner-up finishes in both the long jump and triple jump. She jumped 16-0 in the long jump and 31-9 in the triple jump. She also combined with Gott, Shay Westerhof and Emma Curtis to place third in the 4x100-meter relay with a time of 56.79. Other runner-up finishers for Trenton included Curtis in the pole vault with a mark of 7-6 and the 4,000meter distance medley relay team of Katie Markell, Chandler Lynch, Gwyneth Foster and Gracyn Rongey, with a time of 15:26.39. Maci Moore finished third in both the high jump and shot put, clearing 4-10 in the high jump and throwing 32-11 in the shot. Sidney Lynch captured third in the javelin with a throw of 105-6 and was followed by Salem Croy, who was fifth with a throw of 99-6. Croy also added a third-place
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1,600-meter run with a time of 6:44.96. Trenton averaged a whopping 9.37 points per event at the meet. The balance between the field and track was tremendous for Trenton, which averaged 9.57 points per event over seven field events and 9.25 points per event in 12 track events. TRENTON BOYS The Trenton boys team placed third at the meet, netting 112.5 team points to finish behind meet champion Oak Grove (152) and runner-up Hamilton (115). The Bulldogs won five events at the meet, four of which came on the legs of Brian Ewing. Ewing was first in the 100-meter dash with a time of 11.23; the 200-meter dash with a time of 22.57; the 400-meter dash with a time of 53.38; and the long jump with a mark of 19-0. Trenton’s other gold medal came from Jadan Whitney, who won the discus with a throw of 120-1. The Bulldogs double-placed in all five of their winning events. Hunter Trask followed Whitney in the discus, finishing second with a throw of 115-
finish of her own in the discus, throwing 103-3. Kendall Crowley was seventh in that event with a throw of 89-01. Other placewinners for the Trenton girls at the meet included Blackburn, third in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:47.28; Morgan King, fourth in the 800-meter run with a time of 3:00.10; Moore, sixth in the triple jump with a mark of 30-7; Gott, fourth in the 400-meter dash with a time of 1:08.10; Bailea Jeannoutot, fourth in the pole vault with a mark of 6-6; Rongey, fourth in the 1,600meter run with a time of 6:23.69; Curtis, fourth in the long jump with a leap of 14-09.5; the 4x800-meter relay team of Markell, Foster, Rongey and Blackburn, third with a time of 11:27.1; Evy McCullough, fourth in the 100-meter hurdles with a time of 19.87 and seventh in the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 57.34; Westerhof, fifth in the 200-meter dash with a time of 29.08; Teya Cooksey, sixth in the 100-meter dash with a time of 14.57; Jenna Reeter, eighth in the 100-meter hurdles with a time of 22.56; and Markell, eighth in the
Pattonsburg Panthers 3, Trenton Bulldogs 1
Bulldogs Come Up Short In Duel Inning after inning, Trenton’s Sam Schilling and Pattonsburg’s Connor Ireland retired batter after batter. A pitcher’s duel that saw no runs scored in the first four innings ultimately went Pattonsburg’s way as the visiting Panthers had a little more offense in the end. Trenton, with a 3-1 home loss on Monday at Burleigh Grimes Field, dropped to .500 in Grand River Conference play at 3-3. “As a manager, if I could coach a game, this is the kind of game that I like,” Trenton Head Coach Joel Hultman said. “I don’t like the 14-16 games. I love the low-scoring, let’s bunt, let’s move guys over, let’s put some pressure on the defense, let’s pitch well type games. We believed we were going to win right up until the very end. The scoreboard wasn’t on our side, but we got better and this type of game is what is going to make us better over the long haul and help produce a pretty good program.” Pattonsburg broke the scoring drought in the top of the fifth, plating the game’s first run on a wild pitch. The Panthers added a second run on a home run in the top of the sixth before Trenton got its own offense up and going. Royce Jackson doubled to give the Bulldogs their first hit of ballgame and moved to third on a sacrifice bunt by Jaren Whitney. Tanner Lynch drove a double in his at-bat, scoring Jackson and bringing Trenton to within a single run. The Bulldogs wouldn’t get another mark on the scoreboard, however, as Lynch was stranded on third base. Pattonsburg added an insurance run in the top of the seventh and had runners at the corners with no outs,. But Whitney, who relieved Schilling in the sixth, coaxed a pair of pop-ups and a groundout to keep Pattonsburg from doing any more damage. Schilling (1-3) took the loss on the hill despite allowing just two runs on four hits and three walks while striking out nine in five and two-thirds innings. “Sam pitched great,” Hultman said. “If we could bottle that up and give it to him every day, give it to us as a team, we would do that every single game. He was locating his fastball, he had nine strikeouts and used his pitch count the best he could. (Pattonsburg) had a couple of doinks, we dropped a fly ball and they were able to score a couple of runs.” Whitney allowed one run on two hits and two walks with no strikeouts in one and one-
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Royce Jackson crosses home plate for Trenton’s lone run in a 3-1 loss to Pattonsburg on Monday night at Burleigh Grimes Field. Jackson was one-for-two with a double and the run scored in the loss.
thirds innings. At the plate, Lynch and Jackson had the only two hits for the Bulldogs. vs. LINN COUNTY On Tuesday, Trenton traveled to Purdin to take on Linn County. It was the sixth game in six days for the Bulldogs and the wear began to show as Trenton dropped the contest 17-2. Trenton managed just three hits in the loss, coming off the bats of Schilling, Jackson and Jerrick Stotts. Jackson and Schilling each scored once in the game. Chase Otto (1-3) took the loss on the hill, allowing four runs, three earned, on five hits. He issued no walks and struck out one. Otto worked just the first inning and only used 19 pitches, keeping him available for Thursday’s road match-up with Grand River Conference opponent Putnam County. Trenton used three different pitchers the rest of the way. The trio of Logan Stanton, Stotts and Preston Harris allowed 13 runs, but only six were earned as Trenton’s defense struggles, committing five errors in the game. “Six games in six days was tough,” Hultman said. “Our defense was not very good. Our pitching was good, but the thing is, (Linn County) hit the ball. They can flat out hit and our defense just is not where it needs to be and it needs to get better really, really quick. Our offense is limited and that’s why our pitching and defense has to be good.” Trenton fell to 5-8 overall on the season with the two losses. Trenton traveled to Putnam
Inning 1234567 R H E Pattonsburg - 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 - 3 6 1 Trenton 00000 10- 1 1 1 Pattonsburg AB R H BI BB K Trenton
Team McCrary 2 1 0 Ireland 4 0 2 James 4 1 3 Pankaw 3 0 0 Crone 4 0 0 Turner 4 1 1 Reed 1 0 0 DeJong 2 0 0 Cowley 2 0 0 Totals 26 3 6 2B - James HR - James HBP - McCrary, Pankaw SB - Turner, James CS - Reed
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Pitcher IP H R ER BB K Ireland 5.1 2 1 1 1 7 James 1.2 0 0 0 0 3 Totals 7 2 1 1 1 10 W - Ireland SV - James Pitches - Strikes - Ireland 87-52, James 17-13
Batter AB R Lynch 2 0 Griffin 3 0 Stotts 3 0 Schilling 3 0 Otto 3 0 Gibler 3 0 Lewis 2 0 Stanton 0 0 Jackson 2 1 Whitney 2 0 Totals 23 1 2B - Jackson, Lynch SB - Griffin
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Pitcher IP H R ER BB K Otto 1 5 4 3 0 1 Stanton 0.2 4 9 5 1 0 Stotts 0.1 0 0 0 3 0 Harris 1.1 4 4 1 1 1 Totals 3.1 13 17 9 5 2 L - Otto (1-3) HBP - Stanton 3 Pitches - Strikes - Otto 19-15, Stanton 30-16, Stotts 19-4, Harris 47-27
County for a GRC game on Thursday. The Bulldogs will travel to St. Joseph Christian
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HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS Trenton Bulldogs 6, Chillicothe Hornets 3
Tennis Team Tops Chilli 6-3, Stays Undefeated The Trenton High School boys tennis team kept its undefeated streak alive on Tuesday, collecting its sixth-straight dual win to open the season with a 6-3 victory on the road in Chillicothe. The dual opened with doubles play where Gabe Swann and Jeremy Elliott scored an easy 8-3 victory, but Isaac Harris and Jonin Villacampa were handed an 8-4 loss. The number one doubles match was the last to finish as Nick Shields and Creed Houghton found themselves locked in a close battle with Chillicothe’s number one and two players. The match was tied at 8-8, sending the two teams into a tiebreaker. There Shields and Houghton escaped with an 86 tiebreaker to give them the match 9-8 and give Trenton a 2-1 edge going into singles play. Trenton thrived off the momentum gained by the close win in doubles play as Shields, Swann, Houghton and Elliott all picked up singles victories to send the Bulldogs past the Hornets for the
dual win. Shields won 8-1 at number one, earning his 50th career singles victory. Swann added an 8-0 win and Houghton scored an 8-5 win. Elliott’s 82 win was the final of the day for Trenton as Harris fell 8-5 at number five and Weston Otto was handed an 8-2 loss at number six. “This was not an easy win for our squad,” Trenton Coach David Sager said. “Chillicothe was ready to play us and gave us fits the entire dual. This was a big win for us, because this was the dual that might determine the one seed in the district tournament. I will say our team had a lot of sloppy play starting this dual, the whole team from top to bottom. But, like I’ve said all season, the boys do a great job at making the needed adjustments to get back on track to get us another win.” Trenton, now 6-0 overall on the season, will play host to the Kirksville Tigers on Monday at the THS tennis courts. First serves for the dual are set for 4 p.m.
Pitcher IP H R ER BB K Schilling 5.2 4 2 2 3 9 Whitney 1.1 2 1 1 2 0 Totals 7 6 3 3 5 9 L - Schilling (1-3) HBP - Schilling 2 Pitches - Strikes - Schilling 10867, Whitney 26-11
Inning 1234 Trenton 0011Linn County - 4 9 0 4 Trenton Team AB Lynch 2 Griffin 2 Stotts 2 Harris 0 Schilling 2 VonBurg 0 Otto 2 Gibler 2 Lewis 2 Jackson 1 Whitney 0 Totals 15 SAC - Whitney
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2. Hayden Griffin was second in the 400-meter dash with a time of 54.97, fourth in the 200-meter dash with a time of 24.01 and sixth in the 100meter dash with a time of 11.96. Whitney and Trask also doubleplaced in the shot put, where Whitney was second with a throw of 46-9 and Trask was fourth with a throw of 408. Also placing for Trenton were Dylan Harris, second in the triple jump with a mark of 39-4.75 and tied for seventh in the high jump with a mark of 5-4; Kayden Spencer, fifth in the 1,600-meter run with a time of 5:27.04; Camdyn Leeper, sixth in the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 49.72 and seventh in the 110-meter hurdles with a time of 20.3; Nate Burkeybile, sixth in the triple jump with a mark of 34-0; and the 4x400meter relay team of Dalton Burchett, Griffin, Harris and Leeper, sixth with a time of 3:55.43. Trenton’s track and field teams were back at it on Thursday, traveling to the Brookfield Relays. Trenton will travel to Lawson on Monday for the Nick Sloop Relays.
R H E 2 3 5 17 13 2 Linn County
Batter AB R H BI BB K Ward 3 1 0 1 0 1 C. Murrell 4 4 3 0 0 0 Waltz 3 3 3 2 1 0 Phillips 3 2 1 1 1 0 Liebhart 2 2 1 3 2 0 Coram 3 2 1 2 0 0 Barker 4 1 2 1 0 0 Okane 2 1 1 0 1 1 T. Murrell 4 1 1 1 0 0 Totals 28 17 13 11 5 2 2B - Waltz, Barker, C. Murrell 2 3B - Coram HBP - Coram, Okane, Ward SB - Coram, C. Murrell Pitcher IP H R ER BB K Waltz 4 3 2 1 0 1 Totals 4 3 2 1 0 1 W - Waltz Pitches - Strikes - Waltz 38-31
for another GRC contest on Monday.
Photo Courtesy Of Ron Hurst
Former Trenton High School wrestler Ethan Hauck was inducted into the Missouri Wrestling Hall of Fame on April 7 at a banquet in Columbia. Ron Hurst, Hauck’s coach during his years at Trenton, accepted the award on Hauck’s behalf as he was out of the country at the time of the presentation. Hauck graduated from THS in 1976 and was on the first wrestling team at Trenton to send six wrestlers to the state tournament. He wrestled collegiately at Northest Missouri State University, now Truman State University, and was part of a conference championship wrestling team while there. As a coach, Hauck posted a career record of 402-144-2 coaching at Moberly, Brookfield, Raytown South, Lee’s Summit and Lee’s Summit West. In all, he guided programs to 10 conference championships and nine district championships, collected six state trophies and led Lee’s Summit to a state title in 1996. Individually, he coached 182 state qualifiers, 104 state medalists, 30 state finalists and 15 state champions. Hauck is the son of Pat McWilliams of Trenton and the late Phil Hauck.
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SPORTS MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD
Trenton Middle School Relays
Boys Win TMS Relays, Girls 5th The Trenton Middle School track and field teams hosted their second home relays of the season on Tuesday at C.F. Russell Stadium. The Trenton boys continued a stellar campaign, placing first at the event yet again. Trenton’s boys tallied 102.5 team points to take the top spot in the standings over runner-up Putnam County (88) and third-place Gallatin (74). The Trenton girls, meanwhile, placed fifth in the girls’ standings with 52 team points. TMS BOYS The TMS boys won seven events on the day. Dylan Spencer led the way, winning the shot put with a throw of 37-11 and the discus with a throw of 123-9. Nicholas Smith win the 100-meter hurdles with a time of 16.9 and Hunter McAtee tied for first in the pole vault after clearing 7-6. Coleman Griffin was first in the triple jump with a mark of 32-2.5 and Trenton took the top two spots in that event as Trent Villacampa followed his teammate with a jump of 31-5 to place second. The Bulldogs also won two relays at the meet. The 4x200-meter team of Griffin, Frankie Halstead, Levi Johnson and Ian Elbert won with a time of 1:49.73 while the 4x100meter team of Elbert, Smith, Halstead and Jarek Habelitz won with a time of 52.01. Habelitz added a pair of runner-up finishes to his relay gold, placing second in the 100-meter dash with a time of 12.71 and second in the long jump with a mark of 16-1. Trenton’s 4x400-meter relay team of Rudy Esparza, Elbert, Smith and Griffin rounded out the Trenton boys’ top three finishers, placing second with a time of 4:16.61. “This was a really big win for our team,” TMS boys Coach Brandon Boswell said. “Based upon the times, heights and distances entered by other teams, our chances of winning didn’t look as good as they have been. But we had kids over-
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Kelsey Gibler pole vaults during the Trenton Middle School Relays on Tuesday at C.F. Russell Stadium. Gibler cleared 6-6 in the event to place sixth. The Trenton girls placed fifth as a team with 52 points.
perform and achieve personal records in various events. When you do things like that you find that you have a chance to win. Our kids stepped up big today and I could not be more proud of them.” TMS GIRLS The Trenton girls won two events at the meet with Savannah Triplet taking first in the 200-meter dash with a time of 29.37 and Ivy Foster winning the discus with a throw of 69-7. Triplet would add a secondplace finish in the 100-meter dash, finishing with a time of 14.08 and Emma Roberts rounded out Trenton’s top-three finishers at the meet with a second-place showing in the shot put after a throw of 32-7. “I'm very proud of the girls’ performance and energy at our middle school relays,” TMS girls’ Coach Jennifer Dickson said. “While we did not have many top-three finishes, there were so many personal records tonight, including all three
relays. Savannah Triplet ran personal bests in both the 100- and 200meter dashes and both throwers - Ivy Foster and Emma Roberts - earned personal bests in their placed events tonight. “There were a lot of fourth-, fifthand sixth-place finishes and, once again, I am always so proud of the way the girls compete and fight to the very end. I am excited to see them continue to improve.” South Harrison won the girls title with 102 team points, besting runner-up Putnam County (60). Maysville rounded out the top three on the girls side with 58 points. The Trenton Middle School track and field teams returned to action on Thursday, competing in the Lathrop Middle School Relays. Trenton’s next middle school track and field meet comes on Monday as the Bulldogs travel to the St. Joseph Christian Invitational.
HIGH SCHOOL GOLF Macon Junior Varsity Tournament
Trenton Golfers Earn Medals Trenton’s golf team got an opportunity to see a little more friendly competition on Monday at the Macon Junior Varsity Tournament. Trenton took three golfers to the event and all three came home with medals. Gavin Roeder led the way for the Bulldogs, carding an even 100 for the tournament, good for fifth place individually. Brycin Loyd and Jake McNabb each carded scores of 104, tying them for 10th place overall. After scorecard playoffs, Loyd was 11th individually and McNabb was 12th. The top 15 at the tournament received medals. “We had a real good day,” Trenton Coach Travis Mullenix said. “The boys were able to play against some teams that were closer to their skill level and really performed well. It was nice for all three to be able to medal and gain some confidence.” With just three golfers, Trenton was unable to post a team score. Marceline won the team title with a score of 412. Macon was second with a 453 and Moberly and Centralia rounded out the top three, tying with scores of 456. CHILLICOTHE DUAL On Tuesday, Trenton traveled to Chillicothe for a dual with the Hornets. Juan Garcia joined the Trenton trio from Monday, allowing Trenton to post a team score of 264, which fell short of Chillicothe’s mark of 189. Trenton was paced by a 52 from Roeder. McNabb followed with a 61 and Loyd carded a 66. Garcia’s 85 rounded out the team score. The loss dropped Trenton to 1-8 in duals on the season. The Bulldogs were back on the links on Thursday, traveling back to the Green Hills Golf Course for the Chillicothe Tournament. Trenton will be at the Grand River Conference Tournament in Cameron on Monday, teeing off at 9 a.m.
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Gavin Roeder hits a tee shot on Monday at the Macon JV Tournament. Roeder placed fifth at the tournament with a score of 100.
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Five Points by Wendell Lenhart
Taking Care Of Ourselves One of the great things about living in a small town is getting to know people and seeing them on a regular basis. Another part of that is people helping people, even if they do so because their only connection is living within the same community. It has always impressed me how residents of this area are willing to help their neighbors and friends when they are in need. It happens a lot and it is never more evident than when someone is facing a health crisis which, unfortunately, Wendell Lenhart seems to be happening with more and more frequency. Raffles, suppers and auctions have all been used to help raise money for area residents to help pay their medical expenses. The most recent one of these was held last month to help three-year-old Mackenzie Cunningham with her weekly chemotherapy treatments and, from the reports I have heard, it was very successful and raised some much-needed money to help defray her expenses. The next one of these benefits will be coming up in the next few weeks for Howie Lynch as he continues his battle against cancer. On Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4 there will be a four-person golf tournament in which teams can play on either day for $200. On Saturday, following the golf, there will be a barbecue dinner that will be an eat-what-you-want, pay-whatyou-want affair. Following dinner, an auction will begin around 6 p.m. with lots of donated items to bid on, including Royals autographed baseballs, power tools, grills and more. All these events will be held at the Riverside Country Club and everyone is invited to attend to help the cause and raise funds for Howie’s medical expenses. In addition, a card raffle is being held for the use of a private suite at a Royals game later this year. T-shirts, “Offical Member Howie Lynch Mob,” are also being sold to raise funds. Anyone interested in more information can contact me at 635-0267, Dave Bain at 654-0679 or Tim Michael at 953-0257. ##### There’s another person I would like to do something for, but it’s just not possible. Joel McCulley, longtime HyVee employee and Trenton resident, received some very difficult news this past week. He is a good man and I ask that you keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
Reader Concerned For Historical Buildings Letters to the Editor To The Editor: Every time I drive past the Grundy County Courthouse and Jail, the Plaza Hotel, downtown Main Street and down Ninth Street past Adams Park Apartments, I am not only impressed with the character of the buildings, but I am taken back in time with memories of my past. Trenton is fortunate to have a rich history with wonderful landmarks that help retrieve these memories. But, unfortunately, many of these landmarks are vanishing. Some of Trenton’s past was recently lost to another fire on Main Street. The buildings that were destroyed had been a part of Trenton’s history and character for over 100 years. If these buildings had been restored to current codes and standards, they probably would not have been destroyed. Determining when and how to revitalize and preserve historical buildings is a challenging undertaking. Individuals with certain backgrounds can offer their experience toward helping determine how and when to save some of your history. As an example - in January 2002, the Trenton R-9 School District was ready to award a contract for the demolition of the old Trenton High School/Adams Middle School (now Adams Park Apartments). Many citizens in Trenton did not want to see this historic landmark vanish to possibly be replaced by a vacant lot or an unattractive structure. Further, they were concerned they weren’t being properly informed about the planned demolition. Trenton native Barry Kenady (THS Class of 1970) was asked to review the proposed demolition of Adams. First, he conducted a quick survey of the building and found it appeared to be in structurally sound shape and very well maintained. He then reviewed the school district’s demolition contract and determined that an environmen-
tal assessment had not been prepared for review and approval by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. This plan was required to include the proposed methods of removal and disposal of hazardous materials such as asbestos and PCPs. After raising the flag to the DNR and sharing this information with the public (included in letters to the editor of the Republican-Times and the Trenton mayor), efforts to demolish Adams ceased. On April 21, 2010, TMS/AMS was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Grundy County. The listing was key in supporting the revitalization and restoration actions associated with the opening of Adams Park Apartments on May 19, 2012. Much of Trenton’s history has been lost to the destruction of our buildings and the fires on Main Street over the years have taken their toll. Citizens of Trenton can help save some of our past by volunteering their time, not only toward understanding what needs to be done to help revitalize and preserve Main Street (and other local landmarks), but doing what they can to help make it happen. Citizen volunteer actions could include support such as attending public meetings related to historical preservation, researching grants, offering ideas for revitalization, stuffing envelopes, etc. Volunteer efforts could even includie calling DNR for information. Volunteering comes in many forms and the example above demonstrates that a few hours invested can make a huge difference. The little time Barry volunteered saved THS/AMS (National Register of Historic Places listing #10000203) from the wrecking ball and helped preserve part of our wonderful history. The bottom line is, Trenton’s efforts to invest in and save our architectural/visual history grows more important as each fire consumes its past. Tom Kenady Trenton, MO
Let Parson Be Parson by Phill Brooks, Director Missouri Digital News As the Kansas City Star noted just before the legislature went on its spring break, it's been a rough beginning for Missouri's Republican governor.
Guest Editorials The Republican-controlled House sidelined Mike Parson's idea for a state bond-issue debt to repair bridges. Republicans also have questioned his idea to provide scholarships to low and middle income adults to finance college degrees for better jobs. While that measure cleared the House with support from a majority of Republicans, a sizable block of Republicans voted against the bill including the House Republican leader and the House Budget Committee chair. Another indication of the governor's legislative disconnect involves the former Revenue Department director, Joel Walters, who mishandled alerting Missourians that their tax refunds would be lower than expected and some would have surprise notices that they owed more money. After harsh legislative committee questioning of Walters, Parson lashed out at his Republican colleagues accusing them of "political grandstanding" in a statement reported by the Post-Dispatch. He stood by his embattled Revenue Department director until the Columbia Tribune reported that Walters had suppressed a news release that would have provided a clear warning about the tax-refund situation months earlier. Walters announced his resignation the day after that story. Parson's handling of these issues
is a complete opposite of the man I covered when he was in the Missouri Senate. He was a skilled negotiator who could bring together differing sides. He demonstrated that when he built a coalition of animal-rights advocates and livestock farmers to modify the voter-approved restrictions of "puppy mills" that farmers feared endangered their livelihoods. As a senator, Parson's door always was open. But his approach has changed since he became governor. I've not seen Parson wandering legislative hallways to confer with lawmakers. His access by reporters is brief and tightly constricted. That approach contrasts with the most successful governors I've covered who left historic legacies. They were intensely and visibly engaged in the legislative process. Warren Hearnes, Kit Bond and Mel Carnhanan stand out from their successors who where secretive and somewhat isolated from the daily workings of the General Assembly. Hearnes actually spent some legislative days sitting in a House member's office across the hallway from the chamber for legislators and reporters to wander in. From those discussions there was no way Hearnes would be caught off guard by a Revenue Department scandal. From easy-access discussions with legislators and reporters, Parson could have learned there were legitimate questions about Walters' management of the Revenue Department and his inconsistent responses at legislative committee hearings. Instead, Parson's access to jour-
nalists has become almost as restricted as Eric Greitens. It's been such a dramatic change in Parson's approach that I wonder if he's been over-handled by staff and/or advisers. If so, they are doing him a disservice. They should let Mike Parson be himself. He's a knowledgeable and engaged public official who should have nothing to fear by becoming more personally involved in the legislative and public policy process. His rural, rancher way of talking rises above political double-speak that impresses me. And when he feels strongly about an issue, he can be among the most inspiring state orators I've covered. He demonstrated that when he rose on the Senate floor to become the first Republican to attack fellow Republicans for a demeaning social media attack ridiculing State Auditor Tom Schweich's physical stature just days before his suicide. So, my advice for the governor would be to throw away the prepared statements of your staff in tightly controlled settings. Instead, be yourself. He knows how to relate with legislators, learn from their perspectives and develop coalitions for success. More importantly, Parson listens and has a rural, relaxed manner that encourages open, blunt conversation. Granted, Parson is facing a conservative dominated legislature not particularly sympathetic to expanding debt for roads or education entitlement benefits. But the Parson I knew in the Senate would have crafted compromises that won support. Maybe that's what he's doing behind the scenes.
What Others Are Saying... Road Fix Not Easy In January, few critics spoke up when Gov. Mike Parson circled highway funding as a primary goal for the 2019 legislative session.
Guest Editorials Parson, who was still lieutenant governor last year at this time, has learned one thing while trying to guide his signature priority through the Legislature. You can promise anything in January. Getting it done as the calendar turns to spring, that's something else all together. The governor finds a less-than-receptive audience for his bridge infrastructure plan, even among fellow Republicans. This comes after voters last fall rejected a gas-tax increase that he publicly supported. Parson wants to borrow $350 million to repair 250 bridges in the state. He promoted the plan with a statewide tour to highlight bridges in desperate need of fixing, including one near Chillicothe with chunks of missing concrete. Conservative lawmakers expressed a dim view of taking on more debt to pay for infrastructure improvement. As usual, Kansas City and St. Louis lawmakers struggle to support anything that benefits rural Missouri. The governor's proposal is effectively dead in the House. Last month, a House committee advanced a plan to use $100 million in general revenue that hasn't
been earmarked for a specific purpose. This might save on interest payments and answer philosophical concerns about long-term debt, but this plan isn't perfect. Colleges and universities are right to worry that tax dollars could be diverted from higher education or other discretionary sources. The use of general revenue, rather than a dedicated funding source from the gas tax or bonds, raises questions about whether future legislatures will remain disciplined enough to continue funding infrastructure if revenue gets tight. Consider that in St. Joseph, the city may postpone some of its street resurfacing contracts to cover a budget gap that came to light this year. While $800,000 for city resurfacing is a sliver of what the Missouri Department of Transportation needs to repair highways and bridges, the example shows how easy it will be to sacrifice long-term infrastructure to short-term budget needs. In Jefferson City, state lawmakers said they certainly would prefer to continue pouring $100 million into Missouri's highways in future budgets, but there's no guarantee. We don't like the sound of that, and neither should anyone who squeezes the steering wheel a little harder while driving across a bridge in Missouri. Now, Missouri's senators are moving closer to compromise that appears to provide more funding than the House plan while speeding up payments on debt. Missourians, especially those in rural areas, remain hopeful on a consensus on vital repairs to state roads and bridges. — St. Joseph News-Press
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COMMUNITY Horticulturist Gives Program The Grand River Garden Club met on April 15 at the Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library with extension horticulturist Tim Baker presenting a program on ferns. Baker described several of the 12,000 species of indoor and outdoor ferns. Ferns are a vascular plant which do not flower or produce seeds, they produce spores. There are 69 native to Missouri because of the state’s climate and weather conditions. Household ferns grow best in east facing windows with medium light if you keep the leaves clean and dry. Baker showed members slides of the many ferns and discussed how to propagate them. President Ginny Johns presided over the meeting and led the members in the club collect. Members listed their most bizarre flower container for roll call. Members scheduled a trip to Graber’s Greenhouse for 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23 and a field trip to Bear Tree Farm at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 10. Members will hold a training at the Laredo 4-H meeting on Sunday, April 28 and on Saturday, May 4 for children interested in “Seeds and Blooms.� Grundy and Mercer County 4-H members will meet at 10 a.m. in the Alexander Student Center on the North Central Missouri College campus. Cards of caring were sent to Betty Rumbley and Scott Forman. Dorothy Taul quizzed members with a “Name the Bloom� photo game and shared tulip tips and facts. The next meeting will be a picnic meeting at 1 p.m. on May 20 at Crowder State Park.
Dockery Chapel Terri Reid The sanctuary at the Dockery Chapel Church was adorned with palm branches for Palm Sunday. The Praise Team musicians were Randy and Crystal Oneal, Susie Barnes and Rod and Gabe Gamble. Jenna was the morning candlelighter. Following the collection of change for missions, Julie Cox gave the children's moments. Mrs. David Kurtz brought two lambs for the children to see as Julie spoke about the Lamb of God. Boyd Harrison read the scripture from Luke 19. Lori Kiehl delivered the message and spoke about living in the moment. Sunday school followed the church service. The schedule for Easter Sunday includes a sunrise service at 6:45 a.m. and breakfast at 8 a.m. The worship service will be at 9:15, followed by an Easter egg hunt for the children. There will be no Sunday School that day. The time for future morning worship services will continue to be 9:15 a.m.
Ford Judy Jackson The Galt Baptist Church celebrated Palm Sunday on April 14. Gene Schreffler's message was "Jesus is Coming to Town" with scripture from Matthew 21:1 and 11. Kevin Bleu and some children from the Shiloh Christian Children's Ranch near Clarence gave a program during the Sunday school hour on April 14 at the Galt Christian Church. James and Dennine Gott were the greeters and Gage Pierce and Ethan Smiley were the candlelighters. Brian Peterson read the opening scripture and gave a prayer and the offering was received by Opie Peterson, Ben Brooks, Gabe Novak and Punky Owens with Ben giving the prayer. Tim Berry gave a testimony and sang for the special. Jandie Peterson gave the communion devotion and Jerry Berry and Jim Westergaard gave the communion prayers. Kevin Bleu gave the message, "My Mess Meets My Messiah," using various scriptures. Alex Peterson took shut-in communion. A carry-in dinner was held after services with the elders and board meetings following. Barb Peterson, Mary Helen
Richardson, Lois Corrigan and Sharon Berry attended the women's banquet on Thursday evening at the Central Christian College in Moberly. Carly and Joseph Smith were Friday supper guests of Peggy Tipton and Kris Smith and Carly spent the weekend. Joseph and Carly visited with the Kevin Allnutt family on Sunday and went boating and fishing. Peggy and Kris went to Trenton on Monday for Peggy's doctor's appointment. Paula and Richard Howard of Kansas City spent Wednesday until Friday with Jerry and Sharon Berry and Ruby Elliott. The Howards, Jerry and Sharon, Danny and Colt Berry and Tammy, Aiden and Kit Paulus were Wednesday supper guests of Ruby Elliott and they held an early birthday anniversary party for Colt. Sharon visited Sara and Colt Berry on Friday evening and took Colt a birthday cupcake. Tammy, Ruby and Sharon attended a bridal shower for Hallie Williams and Isaac Berry on Saturday in Keosauqua, IA. Tim Berry of Bates City spent Sunday through Tuesday with Jerry and Sharon and went turkey hunting. Tim, Jerry and Sharon were Tuesday supper
guests of Ruby Elliott. Jim Westergaard and Stan Richardson attended the celebration of life for Anna Lou Garrison on Saturday evening at the Humphreys Community Building. Stan and Mary Helen Richardson went to the North Kansas City Hospital Medical Building on Friday for Stan’s doctor appointment. Stan, Mary Helen and Judy Jackson attended the visitation for Pat Stark on Monday evening at the Lineville, IA Baptist Church. The Richardsons, Mrs. Jackson and Jim Westergaard attended the visitation for Kenny Neff on Tuesday evening at the Galt Christian Church. Les and Lora Jackson and Kerry and Cindy Peterie ate supper on Friday with Boo and Betty Peterie and Mike Peterie. Cake and ice cream were served for Boo's 90th birthday anniversary. Stan and Mary Helen Richardson visited on Friday afternoon with Becky McCoy at the Tiffany Springs Rehab in Kansas City. On their way home they stopped to see Beth Smith and Greg and Bridgette Keith and family in Lathrop.
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AGRICULTURE Fields Remain Too Wet For Fieldwork Temperatures for the week were above average with below average precipitation statewide, though fields remained too wet for much fieldwork. Temperatures last week averaged 56.5 degrees, 3.2 degrees above normal. Precipitation averaged 0.78 inches statewide, 0.32 inches below normal. There were 3.7 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending April 14. Topsoil moisture supply was rated 66 percent adequate and 34 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture supply was rated 1 percent short, 76 percent adequate and 23 percent surplus. Corn planted progressed to 6 percent this week, 2 percentage point ahead of last year. Rice planted progressed to 15 percent, 1 percentage point behind the five-year average. Winter wheat condition was rated at 2 percent very poor, 9 percent poor, 49 percent fair, 31 percent good and 9 percent excellent.
Shifting gears only slightly, last weekend, I heard a complex dialog between two MU professors, one a biochemist and the other an economist. This is a regular happening every Saturday when professors preview what they think and do. This week, the two covered a new way of using numbers. It's called “likelihood statistics.� Not far into debate, my mind trained on old statistics decades ago was saying “No way!� Statistics, like new varieties, are upgraded. All of this requires new ways of thinking. Famers will be challenged to keep up as never before. Actually in daily news about political polling, I may already be hearing “likelihood� analysis of how voters will vote. Will U.S. voters become as smart as soybean farmers using AI? That’s artificial intelligence, not insemination. At the symposium, I pondered how to explain new AI to soybean farmers. Maybe their kids know computers and statistics An aside: Lunch table talk was more about growing hemp than beans. Will hemp become our No. 1 crop?
buds were very delayed in blooming, compared to dogwoods. In all my years of watching Missouri springs, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a dogwood bloom before a redbud. But it seemed to be happening that year, at least in Kennett where I was living. Going towards Poplar Bluff, things seemed to be normal, with redbuds blooming and dogwoods on the way. Phenology can be surprising, at times. So I decided to conduct a short survey of other extension specialists around the state. Over around West Plains and Thayer, both redbuds and dogwoods were beginning to bloom, both about the same time. The agronomist there had seen this in past years, when we had seen a
late, cold spring. Further north, things were closer to normal, with redbuds blooming and dogwoods not as far along. But there was a lot of overlap that year, again probably due to the late, cold spring. Some of the reporters didn’t think the redbuds were fairing too well in the Columbia area, others thought they were ok. So what happened in Kennett? After talking to several people, and taking a closer look at the trees, I believe that one of those cold freezes in March must have gotten the blooms. This was somewhat surprising, since redbuds are fairly hardy, and grow much farther north. But as buds progress, they become much more tender. And
while they may easily survive a given temperature earlier in the season, if they have passed a certain point in their phenological progression, they’ll get damaged at that same temperature. Apparently that’s what happened to our trees that year. Last time, I mentioned the National Phenology Network on line. If this topic is of interest, you can sign up to contribute your observations. Go to http://www.usanpn.org/ for more information. By the way, don’t add an “r� to phenology... phrenology is the theory that one’s mental capacities can be predicted by the shape of the skull, a popular theory in the 19th century, but I don’t think it enjoys as much favor today.
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AI DOESN’T MEAN INSEMINATION WHEN USED BY SOYBEAN FARMERS Soybean farmers use AI to raise their crop. I know AI, that’s artificial insemination for grouping calving times At the Soybean Symposium I learned AI also stands for artificial intelligence. Soybean growers told how computers drive planters, combines and more. Here’s a new term: machine learning. I’d not heard that but like it better than AI for what soybean farmers do. This AI, or Big Data, allows farm machines to apply variable farming methods. It’s a rare field that’s uniform across the acreage. A farmer member on the producer panel told of his riverbottom fields. They vary from sand to loam to gumbo one end to the other. Last fall yields varied from zero to 80 bushels in one pass. Over time, growers learn to farm variable fields. The low
NW Missouri Horticulture by Tim Baker Northwest Region Horticulture Specialist PHENOLOGY - PART 2 In my last column, I discussed phenology, the study of the influence of climate on biological events such as animal migrations and flowering in plants. This is especially important for horticulture crops such as apples,
fertility parts don’t need as much seed. Variable fields also need varying fertilizer, herbicides and fungicides. Variable affects everything. A speaker from Bayer told how she writes computer programs for machinery learning. A speaker from Purdue University told of using aerial drones to map fields and plant growth. She knows field differences from one square meter to another. This micromanagement uses thousands of megabytes of data. No human mind can think and retain that info. Computers do it for farm equipment. This type of farming has grown. Another farmer panelist told he’d just bought his third planter. He also said “I want to retain some control, so I can stay awake. I no longer have my hands on the steering wheel.� Tractors have been driven
by satellite guidance for some time. The machinery learning is taking over more tasks. Varying inputs across the field can cut the use of chemicals and reduce costs. But, I didn’t hear any economics cited. Do increased yields offset the higher cost of machine learning? The symposium told the astounding potential of what can be done with tools available. Of course, new stuff will come at a pace faster than I can keep up. One of the first questions for the machine-learner guru: “Who owns the data?� Is it corporate collectors or the farmers? Bill Wiebold, MU Extension agronomist also known as our “Soy Doc,� was early user of drones to scout soybean test plots at MU Bradford Farm. He also monitors variety tests across the state. In cooperation with local farmers he has corn, soybean and wheat plots. Keeping track of all those is a huge effort. He’s upgrading drones to do more research chores. Plus drones can be adapted for precise applications of inputs, weed killers to fungicides. There’s variability across his small plots.
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Warm-Season Grasses Can Yield More Forage Native warm-season grasses can yield more forage than traditional tall fescue, says Tim Schnakenberg, University of Missouri Extension agronomy specialist. Fans of native-warm season grasses like to use big bluestem, switch grass, Indian grass and eastern gama grass for hay and pastures. The grasses also serve as a wildlife habitat. “These grasses are superior at minimizing fertilizer and lime expense, are highly palatable, and provide a large quantity of forage at needed
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However, we miss some huge benefits if we depend solely on fescue.� Missouri beef producers lose about $160 million yearly in production from the toxic endophyte in Kentucky 31 fescue, he says. Fescue makes good-quality hay in Missouri at key times. But weather and fescue’s natural speed of maturity often mean untimely harvest, resulting in loss of energy and protein. A growing number of southwestern Missouri farmers are turning to warm-season grasses to complement their fescue fields. “These do not have endophyte issues and can be hayed at more suitable times,� Schnakenberg says. In many cases, these grasses prove more productive than fescue for pasture and hay. One southern Missouri producer averaged 5.3 dry tons of hay per acre from two cuttings
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The Missouri Strip Trial Program continues to seek farmers for the upcoming growing season, says University of Missouri Extension nutrient management specialist John Lory. MU Extension works with farmers to use their equipment to compare treatments on their fields using aerial imagery and GPS-referenced yield monitor data. The MU team works with the farmers so they do not need to change harvest methods. Farmers receive aerial images of their fields and summary reports of test results on their farm and other farms in the same trial, he says. A new trial this year looks at how soybean seed treatments affect early-season diseases and pests. MU Extension plant pathologist Kaitlyn Bissonnette leads the effort to compare seed treated with fungicide, seed treated with fungicide and insecticide, and seed treated with neither. Participating farmers choose their own fungicide and insecticide. MU Extension provides disease scouting and aerial imagery twice in the first six weeks and weekly insect sweeps for six weeks after soybean emergence. Because of the effort needed to accomplish this, Bissonnette is looking for farms no more than 75-100 miles from Columbia for this trial. Other trials still available in 2019 include: • Cover crop termination trial. Can be done on any field in a cover crop or crop mix that does not winterkill. Farmers choose two termination dates at least 10 days apart. Soybean, corn and milo are the preferred grain crops. Cover crop termination date trials began in 2016. • Nitrogen response and efficiency in corn and milo. Farmers can compare their current nitrogen rate with different nitrogen rates. The farmer chooses the nitrogen source and timing. Trial can include aerial imagery of the field to assess nitrogen status. • Late-season fungicide trial on soybean. The farmer decides the soybean variety and fungicide. Fungicide is applied at the R3 stage. MU takes aerial images and scouts twice during the trial. If interested in participating, persons can contact Theresa Musket at muskett@missouri.edu(opens in new window) or 573-884-8696. To learn more, go to striptrial.missouri.edu(opens in new window) or follow @MUStripTrials(opens in new window) on Twitter. MU Extension, the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council and the Missouri Corn Merchandising Council sponsor the Missouri Strip Trial Program.
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major work on its lagoon. A former member of the city council indicated the city had discussed the lagoon situation in 2016, with estimates for work at that time at around $1.5 million. It was stated that the city is currently working with an engineering firm to come up with a final plan and cost for whatever work might be needed. Liz Grove, a management circuit rider with the Missouri Rural Water Association, told those at the meeting that the rates being proposed would only help pay for continued operation of the current system and does not include additional money that might be needed if improvements to the system are needed. Ms. Grove conducted a rate study using information provided by the city council and presented five options for the council to consider. The one chosen by the city and discussed at the meeting would, in addition to current system operations, provide funds to pay two fulltime employees at $15 per hour to operate and maintain the system for the city. Spickard currently contracts for a half-time person to do the water testing but recently lost its half-time maintenance employee. It was noted by a member of the audience who had attended the council meeting on April 9 that the city had asked the city clerk to advertise for the position, which has not yet been done. City Clerk Kristie Martin said she had posted the job in some area postal facilities but had not published the job in the local media, citing that she works just two days a week, four hours a day and has not yet had time to do so. Council members stated there was currently about $6,300 in the sewer fund being
used to for system operations. It was not officially stated the amount of general operating funds the city currently has, however, past city officials attending the meeting said there had been over $200,000 within the last 10 to 15 years. Several residents expressed their concern about the rates going up again in the future if it is determined the lagoon work will be needed to meet regulations. Council members were asked if they had explored options to help fund such a project, if needed, and were told by Adams that the city is working with the DNR financial department to look at funding options, which could include both grants and loans. Ms. Grove and Allen both noted grants would not be available to help pay for dayto-day operations, but the city could be eligible for help on capital improvement projects such as the lagoon work. A member of the public who did not identify himself stated that increasing the rates as much as what was being proposed will result in residents moving from the community which, in turn, will result in less funds being received by the city for utility usage. Another unidentified individual said that should people begin to move away, they will take their children with them which could result in the school having to close because of a lack of a students. “Then that will be on you,� he said. Guy Roberts noted that he had been paying water and sewer charges in Spickard since 2010 and said he was concerned about not getting information that there had been an issue with the sewer. “We had no prior knowledge that there was an issue and that’s why we are all here,� he said. Ms. Martin also gave some opening remarks at the meet-
ing and also tried to answer some questions posed by citizens. Council member Janice Vandevender acted as mayor pro-tem at the meeting as the city does not have a mayor, which was another concern expressed by those present at the meeting. Several write-in votes were received in the April 2 election for the mayor’s position, which had no candidates. Ms. Martin said she had contacted the county clerk’s office about what the city should be doing to fill the position and, at one point, said she had contacted some of the write-ins to see if anyone would be interested in assuming the role. However, several of those persons who were present at the meeting said they had not been contacted. Ms. Martin also addressed topics regarding the number of hours she works and her pay, (which is $10 an hour for four hours a day, two days a week) as well as how the city has been determing water/sewer usage since December. She noted that meters had been read in December, but bills were then estimated in January and February due to weather (although 3.8 percent of the meters in February did get read). The March bills were also estimated due to the resignation of the employee who did the readings. The April meter readings were done by Ms. Vandevender and councilwoman Maggie George. Several residents expressed their concerns as to the placement of their meters in the ground, making them unreadable. It was noted the city has between 91 and 95 meters. In addition to Ms. Vandevender and Ms. George, council members Frank Felder and Ken Neill were in attendance along with Joe McLiney, an investment baker with McLiney and Company who had helped the city finance its original sewer project.
NCMC Gets Top Online Ranking A recent study by SR Education Group ranked North Central Missouri College as the best community college in Missouri to earn an associate’s degree or certificate online. Eight Missouri community colleges were selected on the 2019 Best Online Community Colleges in Missouri with NCMC taking the top spot at number one. To read the full story and list, persons can visit https://www.guidetoonlineschools.com/best-onlinecommunity-colleges/missouri? utm_source=IMAP&utm_med ium=email “We believe our online programs should be equitable to our on-ground coursework in regards to academics, educational outcomes, accessibility,
THS Students Are Inducted Into GRTS NTHS Two students from Trenton High School were among those recently inducted into the National Technical Honor Society at Grand River Technical School in Chillicothe. Trenton students inducted into NTHS during the April 12 ceremony were Hunter Beasley, son of Vern Johnson and Kandy Johnson; and Dylan Harris, son of Kevin and Amy Harris. Other inductees included Ryley Baragary of Cameron, Trinity Harris of Hale and Sydney Baxter, Riley Brobst, Caitlyn Cothern, Carleigh Crawford, Jaden Daley, Devin Dowell, Jennifer Durbin, Madison Eller, James Fainter, Riley Foyt, Jordan Hopper, Sara Hopper, Emma Hurtgen, Eric Kleinschmidt, Kylee Larson, Kaylee Lewis, Kayla McElwee, Jimmy Phillips, Lauren
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Galt Officials Are Sworn In During a recent meeting of the Galt Board of Alderman, the oath of office was administered to four individuals. Mayor Jessica Gannon and aldermen-at-large Jay Blackburn, Jason Grindstaff and Sierra Fletchall were sworn in to serve terms on the board. Grindstaff and Fletchall were elected to the board in the April 2 election while Blackburn had been appointed a year ago to fill an unexpired term. Ms. Gannon was also appointed last year as the city’s mayor. All terms, both mayor and aldermen, are for two years.
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Fourth grader Audrey Coffman is the Star Student of the Week at the Grundy R-5 Elementary School. She is the daughter of Andy and Lynn Coffman. She loves horses and wants to be a horse trainer when she grows up. Her favorite color is turquoise and she loves to eat brownies. If Audrey is not with horses she likes to play basketball.
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Named as the Students of the Quarter for the third quarter at Grundy R-5 High School were, from left, front row, freshman Fletcher Christy, eighth grader Dusty Wilson, seventh graders Corbin Axtell and Layton Stonger; back row, senior Emma Baxter, junior Tanner Williams and sophomore Macy Saul. Students were selected for the honor by members of the R-5 faculty and staff.
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Winners of the 2 to 4 age group in the Epsilon Upsilon Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Spickard Easter Egg Hunt on April 12 were, from left, Trinity Chapman, first; Aryan Corba, second; Izabell Holtzclaw, third; and Emmitt Marrs, fourth.
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Winners of the 5 to 7 age group in the Epsilon Upsilon Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Spickard Easter Egg Hunt on April 12 were, from left, Alex Holtzclaw, first; and Kolton Girdner, second.
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Trenton R-9 Board of Education member Dorothy Taul, right, attended the Missouri School Boards’ Association training held in Hermann on April 12-13. Ms. Taul, who also represents Region 2 on the MSBA Board of Directors, received training in legislative priorities, strategic planning, school improvement, high quality education, being accountable for tax payer money, behavioral risk training, safety training, teacher retention and teacher shortages. Ms. Taul is hoping to sponsor a “Grow Your Own� Club in the R-9 School District to increase interest in students in becoming public school teachers for rural Missouri. Also pictured are retired Trenton R-9 teacher Delores Kuttler, left, and MSBA Executive Director Melissa Randol, center.
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PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 359-3699–shop, 3592202–home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 60’ bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured. Free Estimates! TMay3 ------------------------------------------H & S CONTRACTING Remodeling, room additions, garages & decks * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing & excavation. Kale Hoerrmann Owner, 30 years experience – 660-412-3131. FMay3 ------------------------------------------RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital. 5 Unit sizes available, prices starting at $19 per month. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 359-1069 or 359-7683. Fdtf ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT BUILDERS 660-684-6931 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport POLE BARNS – GARAGES Spray foam insulation FMay17 ------------------------------------------STYLES UNLIMITED SALON & BOUTIQUE 142 E 9th Street. 660-359-2310. Evenings Wed. & Thurs. SIERRA MCCORMACK Body Waxing * Chemical Peels Facials * Lash Lift PATTI is now doing Nail Dips & Gels TJun7 ------------------------------------------WILSON’S HEATING & COOLING - We service all makes and models. Authorized Rheem Dealer. Bill Wilson 660359-3403. FMay31 ------------------------------------------Scott Roy Auction Professional Auctioneering & Sales Management (660) 359-1455 Scott & Cindy Ro Trenton, MO www.scottroyauction.com TMay24* ------------------------------------------LITTLE RED HAULING We haul one to four ton loads of dirt, sand or gravel. We also haul off debris. 660-953-0978 FMar25-Apr19 ------------------------------------------COMPETITIVE RATES for Residential & Commercial Mowing and Handyman Services. Call 660-654-9290 FApr2-26 ------------------------------------------SHADY BROOK GREENHOUSE Located East of Chula on Hwy. KK * 660-639-2052 Hours: M-Sat., 8am-6pm after hours, give us a call! Bulk Garden Seeds Weeks Roses Candy Onions $2.50 bunch Seed Potatoes $0.45/lb. or $18.50/50 lbs. Planters Hanging Baskets MANY SIZES AND VARIETIES TO CHOOSE FROM Bedding & Vegetable Plants $1.30/pack, $14.50/flat FApr15-May17 -------------------------------------------
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INSURANCE HELTON INSURANCE Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Phil or Leah 660-359-3806 * 660-635-0434 * 660-635-0537 TJun7 ------------------------------------------INSURE CAREFULLY, DREAM FEARLESSLY. Call (660) 359-3973 today to see how I can help protect what matters most. Cara McClellan, Agent, 1517 E. 9 St., Trenton, MO cmcclell@amfam.com AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE www.caramcclellan.com TMay17 ------------------------------------------Turning 65 This Year? Call Larry Bunnell at 359-7467 or 359-4700 for your insurance quotes on Medicare Supplements, Nursing Home, Major Medical, Life & Group Health plans. 1600 East 9th Street, Trenton. TApr19 ------------------------------------------Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-359-4100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re your shelter. ShelterInsurance.com TJun7 ------------------------------------------CROW MILLER INSURANCE AGENCY 2314 Oklahoma Ave 660-359-2266 Home • Auto • Health • Annuity Farm • Commercial • Crop • Life Bill Miller, Shelby Glidewell, Montana Siemer, Clint Trump, Melissa Wray, Morgan Duff TMay3 -------------------------------------------
FOR RENT PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All rental property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.� "We will not knowingly accept any advertising for rental property which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis." ----------------------------------
LOCK-N-GO STORAGE 2709 Pleasant Plain 660-6540241. tf ------------------------------------------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 Veronica Baker at 660-359-5647. S553dtf ------------------------------------------JOHNSON STORAGE, SPACE FOR RENT. 359-6910 TMay31 ------------------------------------------Office space for rent, 24 x 60, plenty of parking, 4 months free rent for qualified individuals, water included. 660-359-7943. M385dtf ------------------------------------------2 bedroom house and 4 bedroom house for rent. Studio apartment for rent with utilities paid. Bob Morgans. 740-5910309. dtf ------------------------------------------For rent: furnished studio apartment, utilities included, carport parking. $460 a month. Will need first, last and deposit to move in. 660-359-7683. dtf ------------------------------------------Studio apartment, upstairs, furnished, utilities paid, no pets. Phone 660-359-6358. M849d23* -------------------------------------------
FARM NEEDS CRP/PASTURE CLEARING Tree Pulling/Removal with Skid Loader Call Gabe Buzzard Trenton, MO 816-678-3918 FJul5 ------------------------------------------See GFG Ag Services for your One Stop Shop for hunters. Muck and Lacrosse boots, gloves and Trophy Rocks. GFG Ag Services 614 Harris Ave 359-2588 or 359-6180 G19dtf ------------------------------------------WANTED: Land to lease for deer & turkey hunting within 40 miles of Gilman City. Does not have to be a big tract, having game that uses it is more important. We are bow hunting deer & turkey, could work around it if you firearm hunt on this property. Please call Paul at 651-2382697 to discuss. FMay31 -------------------------------------------
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MelissaMovesU.com dtf ----------------------------------------Property Sale: Community Action Partnership of North Central Missouri is accepting sealed bids at 1506 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO through 5pm Thursday, April 25th for property located at 213 W. 15th St., Trenton, MO 64683. House sold as-is, no warranties expressed nor implied. Viewable by appointment, contact 660-359-3907 Ext. 1064. CAPNCM reserves right to accept or reject any or all bids. C139d23 -------------------------------------------
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RUMMAGE SALES Multi Family Garage Sale, 415 W. 12th St, Friday, April 19, 8-5, Saturday, April 20, 8-2. Clothes - men, women and children; kitchen items; furniture; rugs; BB/Pellet guns; Christmas decor; toys; books. Hoselton H829d19* ------------------------------------------Newtown and Harris CityWide Garage Sales, Saturday, April 20th. Look for signs. 8 a.m. Eight or more sales. R936d19* ------------------------------------------1507 E. 8th St., Friday, 8-5:30 and Saturday, 8-1. Girls size newborn-14/16, Women's S-XL, Prom dresses, decor, furniture, Scentsy stuff, purses, shoes, movies and much more. B852d19* ------------------------------------------MOVING SALE 433 N. Chestnut, Galt April 5 through 28 Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in April 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. * Collectibles * Tea Pots * Princess House * Dishes * Tools * Books * Clothes * Jewelry * Miscellaneous Monday-Thursday by chance or by appointment (949) 292-5341 T038d26 -------------------------------------------
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Shelly's Pet Care. Appointments available Monday - Saturday, 660-684-6864, 103 S. Locust St., Jamesport, MO 64648. Thdtf ------------------------------------------Use XylecideÂŽ anti-fungal shampoo for doggy odor and allergies. Restore healthy coat. At Orscheln Farm & Home Store. (www.happyjackinc.com) G473d5,12,19* -------------------------------------------
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Republican-Times 122 E. 8th St. 359-2212 Fax: 660-359-4414 ------------------------------------------REPUBLICAN-TIMES CHARGES Standard obituaries written by the newspaper are not charged. Photo with obituary $25 Obituary written as requested starts at $35 Obituary written as requested with photo starts at $50 Photos with standard engagement announcement $25 Photo w/anniversary $25 ea Standard wedding with photo submitted within the 3-month deadline $25 Weddings written as requested starts at $50 Weddings submitted over 3 months starts at $50 Wedding picture & cutline submitted over 3 months $25 Multi-generation picture $25 Color print from R-T $5 ------------------------------------------THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP, 1736 East 9th • 359-3313. Premium Diesel, Gas, 10% Ethanol – CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE – Dean, Hankook, Cooper tires. TMay17 ------------------------------------------PUBLIC NOTICE Grundy County Nursing Home District will be accepting sealed proposals for hay ground at the Nursing Home. Proposals will be accepted until May 6, 2019 at 1:00 o'clock p.m. at the office of the Administrator, 1311 East 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or waive any irregularities that are in the best interest of the Grundy County Nursing Home. G132d19 ------------------------------------------NOTICE Grundy County Nursing Home District will be accepting sealed bids for propane for fiscal year 2019-2020. Bids will be accepted through 1:00 o'clock p.m., May 6, 2019. Grundy County Nursing Home District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or waive irregularities that are in the best interest of the District. Contact Donita Youtsey, Administrator at Sunnyview Nursing Home, 1311 East 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. G133d19 ------------------------------------------NOTICE Grundy County Nursing Home District will be accepting sealed bids for commercial trash service. Bids shall be for 5 days per week pickup for 3 six yard containers each day. Bids will be accepted through 1:00 o'clock p.m., May 6, 2019. Grundy County Nursing Home District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or waive irregularities that are in the best interest of the District. Contact Donita Youtsey, Administrator at Sunnyview Nursing Home, 1311 East 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. G134d19 ------------------------------------------The Cat Creek Cemetery Association meeting is May 4 at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Pleasant #1 Church. C846d23* -------------------------------------------
WANTED Wanting to buy standing timber: cottonwood, maple, oak, walnut. Call 660-646-5082 after 6:00 p.m. dtf -------------------------------------------
HELP WANTED Looking for a new career? Cameron evening real estate class starts May 4. Real Estate Prep School 816-455-2087. R488d26* ------------------------------------------Full or part-time customer assistance position available at Trenton Hardware. Knowledge of hardware, plumbing and electrical supplies helpful but looking for dependable person to train. Duties also include stocking and unloading freight. Apply in person at 901 Main St. T136d26 ------------------------------------------The Princeton R-V School is accepting applications from qualified applicants for a Paraprofessional position in our Title I Reading/Math classes. This is a full-time position, which includes benefits, and will begin with the 2019-2020 school year. Interested applicants must enjoy working with elementary aged students, be able to plan and present lessons as needed and follow directions given by supervising teachers. Individuals must have completed 60 college credit hours and pass a background check. Please direct applications and any questions to Dana Seymour, 748-3335 ext. 230. For an application visit the Princeton R-V website at www.tigertown.k12. mo.us or stop by the Superintendent's Office at 1008 E. Coleman Street, Princeton, MO 64673. Princeton R-V is an EOE. P140d23 ------------------------------------------The Pleasant View R-VI School District is accepting applications for a full-time custodian and part-time nurse for the 201920 school year. Position is open until filled. Applications can be obtained at the school or by calling 359-3438. The Pleasant View R-VI School District is an equal opportunity employer. P141d19 ------------------------------------------The Trenton R-IX School District is now taking applications for a paraprofessional position. Applicants must have 60 college hours or pass the praxis. This position will begin in August. Fulltime position with benefits. Applications may be required at the district office or on-line at trentonr9.k12.mo.us. Trenton Schools is an equal opportunity employer. T161d19 ------------------------------------------HELP WANTED: Enrollment Specialist, Green Hills Head Start Central Office in Trenton, Missouri, full-time. Visit www.greenhillsheadstart.org for job description and application or call 660-359-2214. E.O.I. G162d30 ------------------------------------------HELP WANTED: Education Specialist, Green Hills Head Start Central Office in Trenton, Missouri, full-time. Visit www.greenhillsheadstart.org for job description and application or call 660-359-2214. E.O.I. G163d30 ------------------------------------------HELP WANTED: Family Engagement Specialist, Green Hills Head Start Central Office in Trenton, Missouri, full-time. Visit www.greenhillsheadstart.org for job description and application or call 660-359-2214. E.O.I. G164d30 -------------------------------------------
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told him that she didn't want them to try to bring her back to life if her heart stopped. She signed the DNR form herself. I sent an email to my siblings summarizing the visit, mentioning my mother's decision to have a DNR on her file. I did not see what was coming next. My brother accused me of going behind everyone's back to change the order in her file to what I "wanted." He said that I should have not allowed for the change to happen, that I should have said to the doctor that we needed to discuss it as a family before changing it. He was furious with the doctor for deciding that our mother was able to make the decision on her own after an hour of meeting her. My brother went to visit my mom the next weekend (he lives out of town) and asked her if she enjoyed her life and wanted to continue living. When she said "yes," he decided that was good enough for him, and he changed the form in her file, asking for CPR (indicating in capital letters, "My mother wants to live!!" on the form). My brothers think that only
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Dear Annie: My three siblings and I are in a terrible situation right now over our 88-year-old mother. When she first moved into her seniors residence almost a year ago, one of the papers that we were asked to fill out was a DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) form. We didn't think it was a good time to talk to our mom about it because she was going through a lot at the time, and we didn't want to upset her further. We couldn't agree about what to put on the form (it was a twotwo tie). Since my brother is named as her "power of attorney" in case of incapacity, even though our mom wasn't incapacitated, we agreed to let him decide. So, it was indicated on the form to give CPR if necessary (so, no DNR order). Fast-forward to a month ago when we decided to have the residence physician take her on as her patient. I went with her on her assessment visit. The head nurse was present, who knows my mother well. There was some mild cognitive impairment, but my mother was quite lucid and understood his questions. The DNR was discussed with my mother. She
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people whose life has no value (no quality of life, no enjoyment) should have a DNR. They believe that if there is a chance of a reasonable quality of life, no matter how small, it is worth risking the negative consequences of CPR. My sister and I think that signing a DNR order prevents unnecessary suffering at the end of life -- real CPR is not like on TV and would cause physical injuries -- and that current quality of life has nothing to do with it. Now my brothers think that my sister and I don't think my mother's life has value, which is really hurtful. We are so far apart on this issue. It has caused a lot of anger and mistrust. I'm not sure how we can come together again as a family. -- Saddened Siblings Dear Siblings: As a family, and for your mother's sake, you should come together on this issue. You said that your mother had mild cognitive impairment when she signed the new document. To ensure that all documents are in her best interest, allow your brother, as her power of attorney, to continue to be the point of contact for your mother's DNR. The most important thing you can do for your mom's golden years is to have her children get along. So try to make amends with your brothers.
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AREA DEATHS Sandra Kay Ritter Sandra Kay Ritter (nee Fortney), 76, of Trenton, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 15, 2019, surrounded by her family. Per Sandra’s wishes, services will be private. Sandra Kay Fortney was born on April 14, 1943 to Paul and Wilma Fortney in Kirksville. She was a resident of Trenton for 30 years. She will be remembered for her love of family, gardening, fondness for her animals and enjoyment of computer games.
She was the beloved wife of the late Paul F. Ritter, who passed away on Dec. 22, 1999; loving mother of Gary L. McClain (Mary Louise) and Saundra P. Van Houtan; cherished grandmother of Michael Russell; and numerous stepchildren, grandchildren and gerat-grandchildren. Online condolences may be left at www.whitakereads.com. Whitaker-Eads Funeral Home of Trenton is in charge of arrangements.
FUNERALS Kenneth Dale Neff Graveside services for Kenneth Dale “Kenny” Neff were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at the Humphreys Cemetery in Humphreys. Bro. Mike Williams officiated. Mr. Neff, a 62-year-old resident of Humphreys, died at 11:15 p.m. on Saturday, April
13, 2019 at the Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville. Pallbearers were Brad Neff, Dave Waters, Wayne Pipes, John Danks, James Lewellen, Curt Harrell and Jason Pipes. Whitaker-Eads Funeral Home of Trenton was in charge of arrangements.
Roy A. Smith Funeral services for Roy A. Smith were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2019 at Resthaven Mortuary in Trenton. Rev. John Edwards officiated. Mr. Smith, an 88-year-old resident of Trenton, died at 8:35 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2019 at his residence. Pastor H.R. Rogers gave the eulogy. Music included “One
More Day”, “I’ll Fly Away” and “I Saw the Light.” Pallbearers were Richard Moore, Bill Baker, Macky Reed, Bob Elliott, Rick Gamble and Wayne Siefert. Honorary pallbearers were Stan Gamble, George Broce, Ed Arnold and Neil Peery. Burial was in Edinburg Cemetery.
Mental Health Board To Meet The North Central Missouri Mental Health Center Board of Directors will hold its regular monthly meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23 at the office in Trenton. Items on the agenda include approval of financials, the quarterly review of FY2019 goals and objectives, the staffing pattern review and the executive director’s report.
DAILY RECORD CIRCUIT COURT Associate Division Judge Steven D. Hudson The following defendants pleaded guilty to their charges and paid their fines through the Fine Collection Center, with their names provided to the Republican-Times: Judy C. Bagley, Trenton, pleaded guilty to speeding and was fined $30.50. Pleading guilty to failing to register a motor vehicle and fined $30.50 were Sandra R. Buckler, Newtown; Robert P. Grissom, Excelsior Springs; and Ashley N. Hale, Gilman City. Taylor L. Gates, Newtown, pleaded guilty to failing to display plates on a motor vehicle or trailer and was fined $30.50. He also pleaded guilty to not wearing a seat belt and was fined $10. Mason D. Kipp, Hamilton, pleaded guilty to speeding and was fined $80.50. Pleading guilty to speeding and fined $55.50 were Charles S. Kristofer, Harrisburg, PA; and Patrick J. Viets, St. Charles. Rachel L. Moore, Purdin, pleaded guilty to speeding and was fined $20.50. Craig A. Shipley, Mercer, pleaded guilty to not wearing a seat belt and was fined $10. Municipal Division Judge Steven D. Hudson Nikki Lawrence, Trenton, pleaded guilty to speeding and was fined $10.50 and $41.50 costs. Ashley Wilson, Trenton and Keven D. Johnson, Turney, pleaded guilty to having expired plates and were fined $50.50 and
$41.50 costs. Glen A. Pinkston, Kansas City, pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle in a careless and reckless manner and was fined $25.50 and $41.50 costs. Zachery R. Ishmael, Trenton, pleaded guilty to possession of drug paraphernalia and was fined $300 and $41.50 costs. Lori Pennington, Independence, pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct and was fined $50.50 and $41.50 costs. Michael Pruitt, Trenton, pleaded guilty to a nuisance violation and was fined $150 and $41.50 costs. Christopher M. Stone, Spickard, pleaded guilty to displaying unlawful plates and was fined $50.50 and $41.50 costs. Hali N. Christie, Chillicothe, pleaded guilty to driving while revoked or suspended and was fined $200 and $41.50 costs. Alexander Reyes, Trenton, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license and was fined $75.50 and $41.50 costs. Chance Roberts, Plattsburg, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle with defective equipment and was fined $15.50 and $41.50 costs. He also pleaded guilty to possession of marijuana and was fined $300 and $41.50 costs. MARRIAGE DISSOLUTION Petition Granted Julie A. Flowers vs. Kenneth B. Flowers. REAL ESTATE Larry L. Urton and wife to Larry L. Urton, Trustee and others.
Charges Face Milan Man A cash-only bond has been set for a Milan man who is facing several driving-related charges. According to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, Dustin E. Nickell, 33, is charged with driving while revoked or suspended, a class D misdemeanor; displaying or possessing a ficticious, cancelled, suspended, revoked or altered driver’s license, a class A misdemeanor; operating a motor vehicle for which financial responsibility was not maintained, a class D misdemeanor; and two infractions, displaying or possessing the motor vehicle plates of another and failing to have two lighted headlamps. The charges all stem from an April 4 incident in which he was operating a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. Nickell’s bond has been set at $3,000 cash-only and he remains in the Grundy County Detention Center, with a court appearance scheduled for April 23.
Woman Hurt In Area Accident A Clarence woman received moderate injuries in a one-vehicle accident in Mercer County on Wednesday afternoon, which led to the woman being arrested on several charges. Carly M. Smith, 24, was the driver of a Jeep that was southbound on Highway 65, three miles north of Princeton when it travelled across the center line and off the east side of the road. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said the vehicle continued down an embankment, then traveled up the other side of the embankment before coming airborne and striking the ground of a second embankment. The vehicle came to rest, facing south, and received extensive damage. Ms. Smith was taken by private vehicle to a doctor’s office at Princeton before being transported by the Mercer County EMS to Wright Memorial Hospital in Trenton for further treatment. The patrol charged Ms. Smith with DWI (drugs with a person less than 17 years old in the vehicle), failure to drive on the right half of the road resulting in a crash, no insurance and operating a vehicle without a valid license. The accident report did not list a passenger in the vehicle with Ms. Smith. Ms. Smith was taken to the Grundy County Detention Center for a 24-hour hold before being released. The accident was investigated by Sgt. Doug Little.
Area Lawsuit Is Dismissed A judge has dismissed a case against the Putnam County Hospital Board of Directors and Missouri State Auditor’s Office brought by Hospital Partners, Inc. The auditor’s office announced on Monday that the case, which was originally filed in Putnam County but was being heard in Cole County Circuit Court on a change of venue, had been dismissed. The case involved the release in 2017 of an audit by State Auditor Nicole Galloway that found a $90 million billing scheme being perpetrated by Hospital Partners, Inc. at the Unionville-based hospital. The case was filed in 2018 against the hospital board and the state auditor’s office and sought damages as a result of the audit findings. The auditor’s office in 2017 uncovered a billing scheme in which Putnam County Memorial Hospital billed insurance companies for lab services conducted across the country. The questionable activity began in September 2016 after the Putnam County Hospital Board hired David Byrns and his company, Hospital Partners, Inc., to take over day-to-day management of the hospital. The follow-up report revealed the board terminated the management agreement with Hospital Partners, Inc. as of February 2018. The board continued to pay a company affiliated with Hospital Partners, Inc. for billing services and paid at least 10 other labs for billing and lab management fees through April 2018. More than $20 million went to these companies and their affiliates between July 2017 and the termination of the billing agreement. The audit also found the hospital was paying the salaries of 33 employees from around the country to conduct lab work. These “employees” were removed from the hospital payroll in October 2017.