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Free Community Testing Is Saturday The Grundy County Health Department has announced free community COVID-10 testing will be available for residents of Grundy and Mercer counties on Saturday, May 30. Testing will be done from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as a drive-through event, using the county flu shot route, which begins in the parking lot of the Fist Christian Church at 17th Street and Princeton Road (entering from 17th Street). No more than four persons are to be in a vehicle. Actual testing, which includes a nose swab, will be done at the Emergency Services Complex. The testing is being offered by the health department in partnership with Wright Memorial Hospital, Mosaic Life Care and the Mercer County Health Department. The testing will be active COVID19 testing, not antibody testing. The health department is encouraging members of the public who are experiencing one or more symptoms of COVID-19 or believe they have been exposed to get tested. However, a person does not have to have symptoms to be tested at this event. Symptoms include cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, sore throat and
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new loss of taste or smell. Testing participants must be at least 18 years of age. Those wanting to be tested during the event are asked to pre-register in advance to receive an appointment time. The registration process includes several pages of information being obtained, so pre-registration is encouraged to ensure testing can be done in a timely matter. Pre-registration can be done at https://health.mo.gov/communitytest. The link is also be posted to the health department Facebook page and website. Persons who do not have access to a computer or would like assistance with the sign-up process can call 877435-8411. “This community COVID-19 testing event is a great opportunity for us to collaborate with our healthcare partners and neighbors to bring this free service to residents of Grundy and Mercer counties,” health department emergency response planner Kelli Hillerman said. For more information about the testing event, persons can call the health department at 660-359-4196. Meanwhile, the health department has confirmed the first two positive cases of COVID-19 in Grundy
County. The announcement was made late Thursday afternoon. Health department officials report the cases are in separate households and both are isolating in their homes, although one of the cases has since been moved to an out-of-town hospital for further treatment. Close contacts in each of the cases have been identified and communicated with by health department officials regarding further precautions those individuals should be taking. The health department urges the public to continue taking appropriate precautions including good hygiene, social distancing and limiting in-person interactions. Persons should avoid close contact with people not in their household, especially those who are sick; avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth; cover a cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash; wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol; stay home when sick; and clean frequently-touched objects and surfaces often. Persons who are experiencing See COVID-19, Page 10
Hospital Operating At Full Capacity
Wright Memorial Hospital in Trenton is back to operating at full capacity within the hospital outpatient services, including imaging, rehabilitation and surgery as well as at the physician clinics. Wright Memorial Hospital CEO Steve Schieber said the inpatient unit and emergency department also remain operating fully as well. However, the health and safety of patients and staff remain the highest priority. “We’re grateful to be in a position to ramp most all of our services back up within our hospital and clinics in Trenton, and Princeton,” Schieber said “At the same time, we’re still taking precautions to ensure that we are protecting our patients and staff. Some of those precautions include screening all who enter our facilities for temperature and other COVID-19 related symptoms, masking for all patients and staff, maintaining appropriate social distancing in our waiting and clinical areas and continuing our visitor restrictions.” Additionally, the hospital and clinics are calling patients prior to their appointments to screen for risk factors for COVID-19, including symptoms and exposure. They will also continue moving patients from the waiting room to a private room as quickly as possible after check-in. “We want the community to know that we are working very hard daily to ensure we’re able to provide safe, convenient care for all who need it,” Schieber said. “And for those who would prefer, we also have the ability to schedule virtual appointments with our physicians and advanced practice providers so you don’t have to leave your home for care.” Patients are currently being contacted to reschedule some appointments that were delayed due to COVID-19 safety precautions. Patients can also contact the hospital and/or clinic to reschedule on their own. “At the end of the day, we want the community to know that we are ready and prepared to safely provide care, whether it be an emergent need in our emergency department, a routine appointment in one of our clinics, or an elective procedure that was previously postponed,” said Schieber.
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Precautions Being Taken Extra precautions for both judges and voters will be taken when the polls open for the June 2 Municipal Election. The election was postponed from April due to the COVID19 pandemic and with the virus recently detected in positive tests in Grundy County, voters can be sure that extra steps will be taken to lessen the possibility of spreading the infection among those at the polls. Grundy County Clerk Betty Spickard said judges will be provided with masks, gloves and face shields. Booths will be wiped down with sanitizers and extra styluses have been ordered and will be cleaned between voters as will the marking pens. Missouri Secre-
tary of State Jay Ashcroft has provided several of the items, including floor markers to indicate the physical distance that should be maintained between individuals and signage to that effect. Mrs. Spickard said a meeting will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 29 to discuss the procedures with judges. Judges for the election, with the supervisory judges listed first, and polling places include: Wilson and Marion Townships (voting at the Laredo Community Building) Vickie Bowe, Peggy Scott, Republicans; Jackie Owens, Linda Baugher, Democrats. See Election, Page 10
Briefs... Cops ‘N Bo obbers s Cance elle ed Due to concerns with COVID-19, the 2020 Cops ‘N Bobbers fishing event set for June 6 has been cancelled. The community youth event is being rescheduled for June 5, 2021. For more information, persons can contact Trenton Police Chief Rex Ross at 359-2121.
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The Grundy County Museum hosted local Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday at the Baker School. And while some changes to the event were made due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a crowd of around 25 persons was in attendance as members of Joseph L. Norton VFW Post No. 919 of Trenton conducted the traditional flag raising and rifle salute. Post Commander Tony Ralston also offered brief remarks.
Safety Measures In Place
Fall Semester In-Person, Online Classes Planned North Central Missouri College will be offering both online and on-campus courses for the 2020 fall semester with added measures to prioritize a safe campus environment. College officials will closely monitor COVID-19 information and work with local
health officials to implement safety guidelines. Should additional local or state orders be put in place, NCMC will review course offerings and adjust as needed to meet safety standards. Classes scheduled on campuses will run in larger rooms or at reduced sizes to allow for so-
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Showers are expected through mid-week with highs in the mid 70s and lows in the lower 60s. The high at Trenton on Thursday, May 21 was 69, Friday’s high was 75 and Saturday’s high was 84. Sunday’s high was 86 with 1.34 inches of rain. Monday’s high was 83, with a low of 66 and .88 of an inch of rain. Monday’s high at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 80, the low was 63, with .67 of an inch of rain recorded.
cial distancing. On-campus classes will stay on standard schedules whenever possible. If shelter-in-place or other state and county orders occur, NCMC may make various adjustments to accommodate safety needs. Strategies could include rotational scheduling in classrooms or
labs, pre-recorded or live online lectures and remote instruction through face-to-face online meetings or the college’s new online course management system, Brightspace.
What’s Inside... Will there or won’t there be major league baseball this year? Sports Editor Seth Herrold offers his opinion about what might happen in 2020 in a column that appears on page 2 of today’s Republican-Times.
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Keselowski Wins Coke 600, Extends Johnson’s Streak Elliott Bemoans Late Caution That Cost Him CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Brad Keselowski, in a contract year and trying to up his value in free agency, gave Roger Penske a victory on what should have been the most celebrated day in motorsports but was instead just a 6-plus hour NASCAR show. Keselowski extended Jimmie Johnson's losing streak to 102 races by holding off the seven-time NASCAR champion in overtime early Monday to win the Coca-Cola 600, the longest race on the NASCAR schedule. It was the first win for Keselowski this season, his first Coca-Cola 600 victory and the first win at this event for Ford since 2002. Keselowski celebrated as he usually does by waving a giant American flag out his window during his victory burnouts on the frontstretch of Charlotte Motor Speedway. When he first got out of the car for his network interview, the silence at the track was a downer. “I was kind of bummed. I wanted to win the 600 my whole life and wanted to win in front of everybody,” Keselowski said. "But that’s not always how it works. I know there are fans that wish they could be in the stands.” In these unusual times of the coronavirus pandemic, NASCAR is still adapting in its return to racing a full week ago. This event was its third Cup race in seven days — all without spectators — and limited media access. Wearing a white Team Penske face mask, Keselowski went to the empty infield media center for a post-race news conference over Zoom. Unable to hear the questions, he shouted into the computer. “Can you talk really loud?” he yelled. “My ears are ringing.” The Sunday before Memorial Day is a supposed to be a smorgasbord of motorsports that begins with Formula One at the Monaco Grand Prix, then IndyCar and the Indianapolis 500, followed by NASCAR and its longest race on the calendar. The coronavirus pandemic has wiped out the first part of F1 s schedule and, like IndyCar, it is still waiting to start its season. Penske, the new owner of Indianapolis Motor Speedway, has moved the Indy 500. It marks the first time since 1946 the 500 is not being run on Memorial Day weekend. NASCAR was able to resume its season under a health
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There are still several hurdles to clear before Major League Baseball and the player’s association get on the same page about a potential return and salvaging some of the 2020 season.
At This Point, I’m Not Getting My Hope Up For A Baseball Return Owners Going Back To The Drawing Board On Player Salaries shortened season. That’s money - some money at least - and at this point, whatever @HERROLDTIMES the league can get is acceptable. So there’s the proposal, a 50-50 split beAlmost on a daily tween owners and players. The owners say basis there is news it’s about salvaging something and giving regarding the re- the country something to watch, someturn of sports. thing to get behind, something to believe The National in. But safety comes first and the players Hockey League and Major League didn’t like the lack of written measures the Soccer are phasing in league would take in the initial proposal. small group training and have set plans So MLB responded. Players were sent a and timelines for their returns. The NBA 67-page document on May 15, outlining is working toward a return as well. They health and safety protocols for preventing have a location and up to three different the spread of the coronavirus during a replans are being considered when it comes turn for the sport. The ball was back in the players’ court. to their return. Then there is Major League Baseball. It There was some backing down on the seems like most of the news concerning players’ issues with that topic, but they that sport’s return has revolved around still weren’t ready to make a deal. Why? bumps in the road between owners and The real root of the problem all along... money. players. So the players’ union and owners will For whatever reason, baseball seems to be the one sport that isn’t making return go back into negotiations while other to play a priority. Everyone in every one sports start phasing in their respective reof these professional sports want safety turn plans. Baseball is behind and I’m not and rightfully so. But baseball players shocked. Players and owners have been at seem to be using health concerns as a war in every major sport over the years. cover for not wanting to take anymore of But here is the thing. When this virus threw the world into flux, players and a pay cut. For those who don’t know, baseball owners rallied together in the NBA, MLS owners sent players a return proposal that and NHL. They know the importance their essentially asked players to split revenue sport has with the country. Major League 50-50 with the owners in lieu of their reg- Baseball has been the ugly one in this picular salaries. That comes after players al- ture. The NFL, meanwhile, has the convenready agreed to get paid on a prorated scale for however many games were actu- ience of being in its offseason and, despite ally played. With no fans expected when that sport basically having a year-long calbaseball returns, a 50 percent share of rev- endar these days, most of its big events enue doesn’t look that appetizing to play- have been able to roll along digitally, such ers. No ticket sales, no concessions sold, as the draft and free agency. There isn’t a no jacked up merchandise sold at stadiums bigger money-printing machine in America than the NFL and fans or not, I expect on game day. The owners know they are losing those games to come as scheduled this money this year. They have accepted it fall. But I’m beginning to lose faith that I and are looking to minimize the damage will get to watch a single Royals game this by playing whatever games they can. year. They say the two sides are closer There are still TV contracts that would pay and, with the country’s growing appetite than when they started, but that doesn’t for sports, MLB stands to see many more mean they are close. According to reports on The Athletic, national broadcasts this year, even in a
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ACROSS MISSOURI HIGHLIGHTS WITH HEGEMAN 12th District State Sen. Dan Hegeman Room 332, State Capitol Jefferson City, MO 65101 Phone: 573-751-1415 dan.hegeman@senate.mo.gov
HONORING THOSE WHO PROTECT OUR LIBERTIES Memorial Day is a special time when we as Americans pay our respects to those who have paid the highest price for our freedom and given their lives for our country. It is a time when Americans reflect on our past and look to our future as we acknowledge the debt we owe these men and women who have taken up arms to defend our liberties, our country and our ideals. In cemeteries and at memorials across this great nation, proud Americans take time to reflect on the sacrifices of these brave men and women. Veterans everywhere remember those with whom they served and how their lives were cut short while defending our nation and fighting for freedom around the world. Freedom comes cloaked in uncertainty, and America relies on her sons and daughters to defend her liberty. The price of freedom remains high, and I believe the number of attacks focused on eroding our freedoms grows each day. As
we celebrate these heroes, let us not forget those who have left their families at home in order to defend our nation from emerging threats around the world. They make tremendous sacrifices because of their devotion to our way of life, and we owe them our heartfelt gratitude for their service. Memorial Day can also serve as a reminder of those who are sacrificing everything, yet not on a traditional battlefield, as so many brave men and women help in the fight against COVID19. Thank you to our first responders, EMTs, nurses, doctors and everyone who goes into work each day not knowing what the day could bring. We are praying for all of you. As always, please feel free to call, email or write with your ideas or concerns. My capitol office number is 573-751-1415, my email address is dan.hegeman@senate.mo.gov and my mailing address is Room 332, State Capitol Building, Jefferson City, MO 65101.
Virus Still Here: Missouri Health Director O'FALLON, Mo. (AP) — Missouri’s health director issued a dire warning this week after photos and video showed Memorial Day weekend revelers partying close together: The coronavirus is still here, and the spreading of illnesses could have “long-lasting and tragic” results. One video on social media showed a crammed pool at Lake of the Ozarks, with people lounging and playing close together, without masks. The lake draws people not only from as far away as Arkansas and Iowa. It’s an especially popular spot for travelers from St. Louis city and county, which combined account for more than half of Missouri’s 12,167 confirmed cases of COVID-19, the illness caused by the virus, and more than twothirds of the state's 685 deaths. Bars, restaurants and hotels at Lake of the Ozarks also had big crowds, and they weren’t alone. In Hannibal, Mark Twain’s hometown and a popular regional tourist attraction, people could be seen sitting shoulder-to-shoulder inside and out at downtown bars and restaurants over the weekend. Republican Gov. Mike Parson allowed Missouri businesses and attractions to reopen May 4, but the state order requires 6foot social distancing through at least the end of May. The order leaves it up to local and state health officials to enforce social distancing. The sheriff of Camden County, the area of the lake that attracts the most visitors,
said in a statement that there is no crime related to social distancing “and therefore the sheriff's office has no authority to enforce actions in that regard.” “We expect residents and visitors alike to exhibit personal responsibility when at the lake,” Sheriff Tony Helms said. “We also respect the right of citizens to move freely around the lake and take responsibility to protect themselves from any expected dangers related to COVID-19.” But the images clearly caught the eye of other public officials. “This Memorial Day, we caution that COVID-19 is still here, and social distancing needs to continue to prevent further spread of infections,” Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Director Randall Williams said in a statement. Video from the Lake of the Ozarks typically showed younger people. Williams said close contact, even in the outdoors, can lead to more infections, even among the young and healthy who may not experience symptoms. “When they then carry the virus and transmit it to a more vulnerable person, this is when we tend to see the long-lasting and tragic impact of these decisions that are being made,” Williams said. St. Louis Mayor Lyda Krewson, in a statement, called it “irresponsible and dangerous” to engage in such high-risk behavior. “Now, these folks will be coming home to St. Louis and counties all over Missouri
and the Midwest, raising concerns about the potential of more positive cases, hospitalizations, and tragically, deaths.” St. Louis Health Department spokesman Harold Bailey said officials are “greatly concerned" that city residents will return from large gatherings and bring the virus back with them. "That could negate, or even set back the mitigation efforts we have accomplished up to this point in the pandemic,” Bailey said in an email. For most people, the new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia, and death. St. Louis officials said private commercial labs are experiencing delays in processing coronavirus tests. A news release from the city health department did not name the labs with delays or specify the lag. Dr. Fredrick Echols, the city’s health director, said the delays mean longer wait times for patients wanting to know if they’ve tested positive. It could also mean that data used to determine the timing of phased-in business re-starts could be skewed. “Test results are the key to understanding how widely the virus has spread, how it is currently spreading, and its severity,” Echols said in a statement.
States Give Few Details On Money Spent For Virus Supplies JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — States are spending billions of dollars stocking up on medical supplies such as masks and breathing machines during the coronavirus pandemic. But more than two months into the buying binge, many aren't sharing details about how much they’re spending, what they’re getting for their money or which companies they’re paying. An Associated Press survey of all 50 states found a hodgepodge of public information about the purchase of masks, gloves, gowns and other hard-to-get equipment for medical and emergency workers. Illinois has one of the most detailed tracking websites, showing the date, vendor, purpose, quantity and price of each purchase. In most states, it's not that easy. Some provided similar information only after the AP pointed to laws requiring the release of government documents. The public can see only a piece of the procurement puzzle in many states — maybe an estimate of the total spent on supplies, but not the names of the providers or the price of each item, which could show whether the state got a good deal or was ripped off. Those details are important because many states set aside purchasing safeguards amid a scramble for supplies among health care providers, states, the U.S. government and other countries. Instead of seeking competitive bids and vetting them for months, states have closed emergency deals in days with businesses claiming to have access to supplies. In some cases, states have prepaid to ensure orders aren't diverted elsewhere. Some states say technological barriers prevent them from posting more information. Others provided no explanation for why they aren't doing so. Transparency advocates say they're troubled by the difficulty
in getting details about government spending, especially during a crisis that's shaken the economy and sickened about 1.6 million in the U.S. "There’s no reason that this information should be hard to come by, and there’s no reason that the states should be keeping it under wraps. That just makes people suspicious,” said Lisa Rosenberg, executive director of Open the Government, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit that advocates for government transparency. After an AP request in late April and early May, 44 states provided figures showing they had ordered or spent more than $6 billion collectively on protective equipment and ventilators. The actual costs likely are higher, because some numbers were several weeks old and some reported only what they had spent so far, not what was in orders still to be delivered. The AP hasn't received figures from Florida, Indiana, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey and Texas. Some provided no specific timeline for releasing the information. States should prioritize requests for public records that relate to the coronavirus, said Anna Diakun, an attorney at the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University. “As this crisis is unfolding, the value of that information is less after the government response has concluded,” Diakun said. “There is still time to make course corrections, but only if the public knows they need to be taken.” Several states have made changes already. Missouri canceled orders worth $34 million for over 9 million masks made in China after tests showed they didn't fit properly. A Chinese company refunded California $247 million after missing a deadline for the U.S. to certify its N95 masks were safe and effective. The AP's survey shows other states have yet to get their sup-
plies. North Carolina placed orders for $253 million in protective equipment but had received just $21 million of it as of early May. Emergency managers say they're starting to cancel orders that probably won't be delivered. Colorado said it ordered over $58 million in protective equipment but has paid just $44,000 so far because it hasn't received most of the supplies. The state has declined to identify its vendors in case they “fall victim to fraud or customs delays” and can't deliver the goods, the health department said. By contrast, Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza has created a website tracking coronavirus-related spending. It shows what was purchased, from what business, on what date, in what amount and at what cost. “Transparency, to me, is like a pathway to rebuilding trust in government,” Mendoza said. The website, for example, shows that the state paid nearly $11.8 million to Steven MacGeachy on May 6 for 2.4 million N95 masks. MacGeachy, who does business as The Rare Group LLC in suburban Chicago, declined to tell the AP where he got the masks. He said he specializes in accessing global government institutions and wealthy people. “I got involved in this particular instance in an effort to make sure that the state of which I live in was able to procure good product at fair pricing,” MacGeachy said. State purchasing records show MacGeachy and numerous other businesses required full prepayment. “Normally, we wouldn’t be able to do that, nor would we ever even entertain the thought,” Mendoza said. But “we kind of had a gun to our head — we didn’t have the leverage to negotiate the best deals."
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LOCAL DEATHS James Leonard Rash Chief Master Sergeant James Leonard Rash (Retired) passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 22, 2020. The rosary will be said at 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at the Slater-Neal Funeral Home at 813 Custer St. in Trenton, followed by the burial mass. Family visitation will follow the Rosary and mass until 7 p.m. and will conclude with the military services. Burial will be on Friday, May 29, 2020 at the Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, KS. Family only, no visitors. Memorials are suggested to either DAWGS or SOMO and they may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. James was born in Kansas City on Jan. 22, 1947 to Clarence Leonard Rash Jr. and Teresa Marie Landers Rash. After completion of high school he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He entered the USAF on January 29, 1965 and was assigned to Lackland AFB, Texas. Upon graduation from basic training, he reported to the Ground Radio Equipment Repairman School at Keesler AFB, MS. In 1968, he was then assigned to Pope AFB, NC for specialized training for an assignment to Vietnam. After training, he was sent to Panama for jungle survival training. In Vietnam, he was a radio operator assigned to the 903rd Aeromedical Evacuation Flight at Phu Cat AFB, Republic of Vietnam. Jimmy worked at several sites throughout the country and then was permanently assigned to Tan San Nhut AFB, located in Saigon, Vietnam. He was then selected to become part of the Special Activities Squadron located in Washington, DC. In this assignment, he was responsible for communication equipment on presidential airplanes. Part of his assignment included him traveling with presidential candidates (including George Wallace and Ronald Reagan)
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in 1972 and 1976. He then was selected for another special assignment to Detachment 3, 1814th Communications Squadron at a classified location as the NCOIC of Ground Radio Communications. He continued in this assignment, eventually becoming the squadron superintendent. He retired from the USAF on Nov. 30, 1985. His military decorations included Joint Service Commendation Medal with 1 oak leaf cluster, Air Force Commendation Medal with 5 oak leaf clusters, Air Force Good Conduct Medal with 5 oak leaf clusters; Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon, NCO Professional Military Education Ribbon, with 1 oak leaf cluster, Air Force Longevity Service Award with 4 oak leaf clusters, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, w/3 devices, Air Force Presidential Unit Citation, w/1 device, Air Force Outstanding Unit Citation, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal and the Meritorious Unit Citation. After retirement from the Air Force, he continued to work in the national defense industry and became a member of Hughes Aircraft Company in December 1985. During the rest of his career he worked in the communications field for General Motors, Raytheon and JT3. In 2005, after 40 years of service to his country, he retired as the director of remote operations and maintenance for JT3. He was a loving husband, father, brother and uncle and sadly, James leaves behind his wife of 31 years, Judy and son Pierce; brother Mark Timothy Rash (Ute), niece Cailan in Fallon, NV, brother John David Rash (Kumari), niece River Grace in London, United Kingdom and a large family of cousins, nieces and nephews in Missouri, Kansas, Nevada and Mississippi. Jimmy also leaves behind friends and fellow pa-
triots from his many years of service to his country. “He was the type of person who would do anything to help anyone. When he entered a room the entire atmosphere changed because of his huge heart and personality. He was not one in a million he was one of a kind. CMSgt James Rash you are a true patriot and your dedication to your family, God and country gives you the right to rest in eternal peace. We will all miss Jimmy or as he often signed off ‘James L. Rash, (Esq)’.� - written by Jerome Digiovanni In 2004, the Rash family relocated to Lake Viking for Jim to enjoy one of his favorite pastimes, fishing. While here, Jim started the Polar Bear Plunge for Special Olympics in 2008 and was instrumental in the success of the plunge to increase funds every year until 2018, which was his last year to participate. In 2011, Jim moved the family to Galt to get his son Pierce involved with the DAWGS (Disabled Athletes with Grundy Support). Jim became a coach of seven sports, year-round, drove the bus all over Missouri, raised funds all across this great country and gave much love and support to all of the team. At every tournament, athletes from all across Missouri would come to the DAWGS’ tent looking for Jim, aka, Papa DAWG. They all wanted to be on his team because he found a way to connect with every single athlete in a way that they loved. His bigger than life personality would have him crossing his eyes, acting goofy, telling stories of his career, posing for the silliest of photos and loving every minute. The year 2013 found the Rash family being honored by Special Olympics as Family of the Year. Make no mistake, this honor was based on the fundraising ability of Jim Rash and his hundreds of friends near and far who always answered his call for donations
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MR. & MRS. ALVA MOORE AUCTION Location: 821 E. 5th St., Galt, MO
Saturday, June 6, 2020 • 10 am Mr. and Mrs. Moore have sold their farm and are moving into town. They are selling a few household items and all of their farm equipment.
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for his “kids� as he bellyflopped into the icy waters of Lake Viking for the Polar Bear Plunge. In 2015, Jim was overjoyed to be selected to travel to Washington, D.C. on the Honor Flight. Jim was thrilled to get to tour all of the monuments as an honored guest. During the flight, he was presented with a multitude of comments from his friends all across this great nation. Everywhere they went, the highways were lined with flags and people cheering. He would get overcome with emotion trying to tell of this once in a lifetime opportunity. Jim was an avid fan of every sport, but his love was first for the Royals and George Brett and he was even at the World Series when they won in 1985. He also loved the Kansas City Chiefs and Mizzou Tigers and was thrilled when the Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl this year. There is not enough time to name all of his accomplishments and honors, but it is sufficient to say he was one of a kind and no one who ever met him will forget him.
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* * Auction * * Directions: From Trenton 7 miles on Hwy 6 east to Route V south, 3 miles to 5th St. From Galt Hwy 6 west to Route V south, 3 miles to 5th St., from Chillicothe to Route V to Laredo, 3 miles north on Route V. ANTIQUE & COLLECTABLES: Rex #131, Pot Belly stove, dated 1909, very rare; Laclede, small red railroad lantern; bottom of possum belly cabinet; unusual hanging coat rack; TY 5 ft. display shelf; old metal twin bed w/brass knobs; 2 carbide lanterns; steel runner sled; several 78 records; 6 gal. Buckeye crock; long church pew; platform scales; small Skelly oil can; 18"X11" cast iron pan; small drop leaf table; sausage grinder; childs roll top desk, needs work; old Barbie dolls; Western crock chicken feeder; small milk strainer; sad irons; cast iron kettle; #3 dinner bell; several cast iron wheels; Red Jacket well pump; Candler well pump; corn sheller; piano bench; wood pulleys; ice tongs; lard press; old wood doors; hog oiler; steel wheeled wheel barrow; oil lamps. MISCELLANEOUS: small round end table; step end tables; 3, 110 air conditioners, 5000 BTU; croquet set; quilt frame; slide projector w/slides; dehumidifier; small electic heaters; fruit jars; smoker; box fan; LP 20 lb. tanks; heat lamps; whelping boxes; 2 small pet taxies; pieces of plexiglass; miscellaneous lumber; down hill sled; sheep number stamps; sheep shears; steel car ramps; 10" Craftsman band saw; wood planer; 225 amp. Lincoln welder; McCulloch chain saw; Ready 5000 BTU space heater; propane torch; several infrared, hanging heaters; 32 ft. aluminum extention ladder; lots hand tools; air pig; deer antlers; shovels, axe;3, 55 gal. steel barrels; manual tire changer; 2 trailer loads of misc. LAWN EQUiPMENT: Cub Cudet, zero turn, 17 hp. 44" cut lawn mower; Weedeater big wheel push mower; rear tine tiller; Craftsman 33cc leaf blower; rubber tire lawn fertilizer spreader; 2 steel lawn chairs; plastic yard cart; assorted lawn tools; cast iron & wood bench; 2 dog houses; yard gates; lg. landscaping rocks. FARM EQUIPMENT: Massey Fergusen 383, serial # D23084, Perkins engine, 960 hrs., good paint, good tires, roll guard top, 2 service outlets, very nice; Massey Fergusen 30, serial # T062694, runs good; 20 ft. triple axle flatbed trailer, home made; 18 ft. heavy duty flat bed trailer, 2 ft.dove tail, electric brakes, good floor, bumper hitch, very nice;16 ft. goose neck Crail horse trailer, good tires, electric brakes, good floor; New Holland 451 sickle mower; 9 ft., 3 pt. Ferguson 2 bottom plow; small box utility trailer; Service 8 ft. blade; Big Red, 200cc, 3 wheeler; 3 pt. big bale prong; 3 pt., 7 ft. Bush Hog mower; Massey Ferguson 5 bar hay rake; small IH manure spreader; Brady 9 ft. chisel plow; 3 harrow section; 10 ft. wheel disk; 3 pt. carry all; loading shoot frame; heat houser; steel stock rack; bale spike for front end loader; 3 pt. tractor boom; 3 pt. skid fork; 750-16 front tractor tire and rim; AC 3rd arm; JD 3rd arm; JD 1000 RM shaft; 2 sets tractor chains, 11"X28"; 16 ft. wood gates; 3 , 16 ft. metal gates; 200 gal. fuel tank on stand; 4 I beams, 10 ft.; 10 ft. railroad iron; chain link post; 125 steel fence post; corner post braces; 8 corner post; 12 hedge line post; electic fence post & insulators; 4'X8' steel sheets; galvanized roofing tin; 6 cattle panels;6 hog panels; 12" auger, 3 pt. post hole digger; 12 volt ATV sprayer; 12 volt ATV seeder; 12"X24' steel tube; 30"X28' tube; wood cattle creep feeder; small metal calf creep feeder. UNIQUE PIECES: 8' belt driven, industrial band saw, made by Chicago; King Co. LP pump, complete set of tanks with accessories to convert autos from gasoline to LP.
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Truman "Charles" Maloney, an 85-year-old resident of Nixa, died at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2020 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield. Due to COVID-19, services will be held at a later date. Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home of Springfield is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Maloney was born on Oct. 8, 1934 in Laredo, the son of Truman Carl Maloney and Mary Elizabeth Fullerton Maloney. He served his country in the U.S. Army, stationed in Hawaii. He was married on May 20, 1962 to Doris Marie Spradling. He had a career in pipefitting and was a member of Local 178 Plumbers and Pipefitters for more than 50 years. He was also a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Nixa. He enjoyed the outdoors.
Mr. Maloney is survived by his wife, Doris Maloney of Nixa; a son, Larry Maloney and his wife, Jennifer and grandsons, Tyler and Parker Maloney, all of Branson West three sisters, Allene Maloney of Trenton, Helen Frisbie of Trenton and Barbra Hague of Columbia; a brother, James Maloney of Trenton; and many other nieces, nephews and relatives, including Rob Maloney, Sarah Maloney Craig Frisbie and Amy White of Trenton. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers Edwin Maloney and Paul Maloney; and two sisters, Virginia Ratliff and Mary Jane Maloney. Memorials are suggested to the Convoy of Hope, 1660 N Campbell Ave., Springfield MO 65803.
Lola Mae Spellman Sisler Lola Mae Spellman Sisler, a 92-year-old resident of Columbia, died on Thursday, May 21, 2020, surrounded by family following hospice care at her residence. A memorial service and inurnment will be scheduled in Salina, KS at a future date. Mrs. Sisler was born in Saline County, KS to Raymond and Mildred Rothrock Spellman and grew up on a farm, of which she had many wonderful memories. After graduating from Kipp High School, she completed studies at Brown-Mackie Business College in Salina, KS. She married her high school sweetheart, Wayne, on Aug. 29, 1948 and lived in Salina, where they started a family. With Wayne’s job as an IH salesman, the family moved frequently and added two daughters along the way. Wayne’s job took them to Concordia, KS in 1967, where Lola worked as a bank teller, and finally to Trenton in 1973 at Trenton Truck and Tractor, where she worked part-time as a bookkeeper for the family business in addition to raising a family and being a homemaker. Lola was a faithful member of Hodge Presbyterian Church in Trenton and especially enjoyed volunteering with the after-school children’s program there.
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She moved to Maryville in 2016 and then to Columbia in 2018. She enjoyed playing the piano, sewing, baking, reading and spending time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Sisler is survived by five children, Steven (Lori) Sisler of Pearce, AZ, Gary (Paula) Sisler of Eaton, CO Bruce (Judy) Sisler of Columbia, Judy (Kevin) Martin of Maryville and Jana Sisler of St. Louis; 11 adored grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and her dear sister, Freda Rees, of Salina, KS. She was preceded in death by Wayne, her husband of 56 years; her parents; and four brothers, Albert “Lee�, Alvin David and Robert Spellman. Memorials may be made to the Hodge Presbyterian Church, 315 W. Crowder Road, Trenton, MO 64683.
FUNERALS Richard Hamilton “Dick� Vencill Graveside services for Richard Hamilton “Dick� Vencill were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2020 at the Galt West Cemetery. Bro. Stan Richardson officiated. Mr. Vencill, an 80-year-old Galt resident, died on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at his home. Pallbearers were Richard
Vencill, Bryan Booth, Kenny Vencill, Vaughn Vencill, Kyle Vencill and Jeff Eads. Military services were conducted by the Joseph L. Norton VFW Post. No. 919 of Trenton. Participating were Tony Ralston, Sam Smith Scott Forman, John Rice Gary Dolan and Lannie Harkins.
Donald Clark Woodard Graveside services for Donald Clark Woodard were held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, north of Trenton. Paul Costello and Rev. Stan Ebersold officiated. Mr. Woodard, a 96-year-old rural Trenton resident, died at his home on Friday, May 15, 2020. A grandson, Carl Woodard, shared information about his
grandfather’s military service during World War II. Military graveside services were conducted by the Joseph L. Norton VFW Post No. 919 of Trenton. Participating were Tony Ralston, Sam Smith Lannie Harkins, Scott Forman, Gary Dolan, John Rice and Don Altes. Resthaven Mortuary of Trenton was in charge of the services.
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COMMUNITY Grant Used To Buy Software The Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library has received a Reading Software Challenge Grant from the Missouri State Library. The money is being used to purchase software to conduct the 2020 summer reading program online due to COVID19. The library has purchased a program from READsquared which allows the library to offer the program through the participant’s desktop and laptop as well as downloading an APP for “on the go� participation. Sign-up for the summer
reading program began on May 14. Books must be checked out from the library, which is currently using curbside service, with reading and logging of minutes being logged in once participants sign up for the program. Staff is working to get badges, prizes and games added to the website as part of the program. Those wanting to participate but who do not have Internet access or those who have questions about signing up are asked to call the library for assistance at 359-3577.
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Former Trenton residents Virgil and Susanne Walden will be celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary on Friday, June 5, 2020. The couple were married on June 5, 1955 in Morrisville. They are the parents of three children, Gena Crowdis and her husband, Carl of Rose Hill, KS, Dan Walden and his wife, Terri of Batesville, AR and Jane Fischer and her husband, Tim of Atlanta, GA. They also have nine grandchildren and 10-great-grandchildren, with two more due this summer. Cards may be sent to the couple at 1131 E. Lakewood, Apt. 104, Springfield, MO 65810.
The Grundy County Commission receives information concerning the monthly sales tax revenue along with a comparison of funds received a year ago. All three are one-half cent sales taxes, although the collection amount varies slightly for each tax.
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lock for your keepsakes and other treasured items. Dear Annie: I was touched by "Grateful Grandmother." I am a grateful nana. I have raised three grandsons, due to my daughter's drug use. Two are 24 and 20. The youngest is 11. Fortunately, my library, in conjunction with the YMCA, holds a monthly grandparents support group. It is a wonderful resource. I have also seen some distancing from other parents to me as a grandmother. I am 72. It can be hurtful. But I encourage play dates and I try to be friendly when I meet these parents. You just keep trying. My grandson has several friends because of these efforts. The best part of being a grandparent raising my grandchildren is that it keeps me young. And I have so enjoyed every moment of my grandsons' lives. -- Grateful Nana Dear Grateful: Your gratitude is beautiful and inspiring. Though in-person support groups are limited at this time, many groups are organizing meetings online via video conference. So I encourage you to reach out to your fellow grandparents and set something up, if you haven't already. Helpful platforms for online meetings in-
Dear Annie: I have a problem in my marriage, one I thought we'd solved, but it has recently resurfaced. My husband has Asperger's syndrome. When he runs across any item around the house that isn't familiar to him, he just throws it away or gives it away for free online. I have lost things that were family keepsakes, jewelry, clothes. I finally got us in marriage counseling about six years ago. After three years, our therapist said we had resolved our major problems, so we were dismissed. As our problems have escalated again recently, I asked him to go back to therapy. He answered that he had been to therapy so he didn't need nor want to go back. -- Worn-Down Wife Dear Worn-Down: No one graduates from therapy. I applaud the two of you for attending marriage counseling and working through previous problems. It sounds as though it helped, which is why you were able to stop going. New issues have arisen, and now you would benefit from returning. It's as simple as that. Tell your husband that it will make life less stressful for both of you. Also, I would consider investing in a safe with a combination
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TikTok arrives As people seek distractions from stay-athome orders and the coronavirus pandemic, TikTok has emerged as a key way to be entertained. TikTok’s app features short videos, many with music and dancing, that have become a favorite of younger people. Like YouTube, it’s known for “user-generated” content rather than the big-budget, professional movies and TV shows Disney is famous for. Unlike YouTube, it’s known for its goofy, light-hearted feel. The TikTok app is striking a chord. In the quarter ended in March, it was downloaded 315 million times in the Apple
and Google app stores. And it hit 2 billion downloads total, according to the app marketing research firm Sensor Tower. In April, it was the top grossing non-game app worldwide with more than $78 million in user spending, up 10 times from a year ago, according to Sensor Tower. About 87% of TikTok’s revenue came from China, followed by 8% from the United States. It also just snagged a new high-profile CEO, Kevin Mayer, who previously led Disney's streaming business. Mayer will also be chief operating officer of TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance.
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The Republican-Times business office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday. The office will be closed on Saturdays. Republican-Times 122 E. 8th St. 359-2212 Fax: 660-359-4414 ------------------------------------------Corie Cutsinger - Single Phase, Three Phase, Motor Controls, Control Voltages, Computer Controlled Equipment. New thermal imaging camera; bucket truck for aeriel work; underground locator. Wired Electrical & Automation, LLC, 359-1847. Tdtf ------------------------------------------*SEAMLESS GUTTERING* We are ready to replace your old gutters with new seamless aluminum gutters! MOORE’S CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience. TJun5 ------------------------------------------WANTED!! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks. Highest prices paid! You Call - We Come Get It! FRONTIER AUTO & TRUCK PARTS (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage) 145 Hwy. W., Trenton, 359-3888. Fdtf ------------------------------------------PIANO TUNING SERVICE – Taking out the wrong note since 1988. Call early - spots fill up fast! Keith Sarver 660-4252547. Like Us on Facebook! TJul10 ------------------------------------------Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800425-0976 or 485-6611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience. Tdtf ------------------------------------------Carquest Auto Parts T & L Auto Supply, Inc., 1823 East 9th, Trenton, 359-2268, tlautosupply.com. Monday-Friday, 76, Saturday, 7-4. Fdtf ------------------------------------------ASAP LOCKSMITH, Warren Soptic - Owner - 359-6625, Trenton. TJun12 -----------------------------------------Cox Family Dentistry, P.C. Andrew P. Cox, D.D.S. 1011 Cedar St., Trenton. 660-3596889 or 660-359-6993. Tdtf ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT LUMBER Full Service Lumberyard We also sell Trusses/ metal/rebar/concrete blocks. New Hardware Department Gift Certificates and Delivery Available – Free Estimates 32089 St. Hwy 6, Jamesport 660-684-6404 FJul10 -----------------------------------------WILSON’S HEATING & COOLING - We service all makes and models. Authorized Rheem Dealer. Bill Wilson 660359-3403. Fdtf -------------------------------------------
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 ------------------------------------------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. FJun26 ------------------------------------------JAMESPORT BUILDERS 660-684-6931 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport POLE BARNS – GARAGES Spray foam insulation FJul10 ------------------------------------------Fiber Optic Broadband Internet!! High Speed!! Prices Starting at $54.90 Mid-States Services Sign up at http://www.mid-states.net/ For more info, call 660-359-2045 *Available in Trenton* TJul17 ------------------------------------------STIHL Dealer Days Save $20 MS 170 Chainsaw Now $159.99 $179.99 CDC-SRP GRUNDY COUNTY LUMBER COMPANY 1020 Oklahoma Ave | (660) 359-2070 | Trenton, MO * No. 1 Quality * Fast & Courteous Service * Everyday Competitive Prices FMay29 ------------------------------------------BUY - SELL - TRADE BIG NASTY'S GUNS & AMMO We have 1000s of guns and hunting products on our website. Choose in store pickup and pay 0 shipping fees. Text or call for appointment. $25 FFL Transfers Sale of the Week BCI Defense AR 5.56/223 Reg. $699 ON SALE $599 Nathan Rorebeck 425 NW 40th St. Trenton, MO 64683 660-635-0469 www.bignastys.com FJun26 ------------------------------------------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! TJun26 ------------------------------------------S&B Hinnen Hauling & Construction, L.L.C. Rock • Sand • Dirt Asphalt • Grain Demolition Debris & Excavation Services Shaunda - 660-973-4445 Brian - 660-973-2983 90 Mansur Street Chula, MO 64635 sbhinnenhauling@yahoo.com FMay18-Jun12 ------------------------------------------YODER CONSTRUCTION, Daniel Yoder, 660-748-3099 (leave message). New Roofs * Pole Barns * Remodeling * Decks. Good Service * Quality Structure * Affordable FJul17 ------------------------------------------SHULER CONCRETE & CONSTRUCTION 660-3591693. Residential & Commercial – Concrete: Shop floors, patios & driveways, basements, retaining walls. Construction: Home additions, shop buildings, decks. Jason Shuler – owner. * Licensed and Insured * Now Doing Basements - Laser Screed for Super Flat Floor TMay27-Jun19 ------------------------------------------Lawn work, stump grinding, brush cutting w/removal and more! Call me about your project! Good work at a good price. Contact Dustin Wilson, 660635-1282. TMay27-Jun19 -------------------------------------------
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Confused by Medicare? You're not alone! Over 80% of Seniors are... * Receive all the benefits available to you * Save money on premiums/prescriptions * Stay in network + keep your doctor Danielle Knapp, Licensed Agent Senior Benefits Services Call or text to learn more! 660-654-3077 1039 Oklahoma Avenue Trenton, MO 64683 TJul17 ------------------------------------------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 Tdtf ------------------------------------------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. TJun12 ------------------------------------------See me for quotes on *Life Insurance *Guaranteed Life Insurance *Annuities *IRAs *Medicare Supplements RON DOUGAN 903 Main St., Trenton, MO 660-359-0100 51 years in the Insurance Business TJun12 ------------------------------------------HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-289-1935 He is originally from Gilman City and we feel his 28 years of experience in the insurance business is a BIG PLUS to our agency. Or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different" Tdtf -------------------------------------------
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New Listing! - Everything on one floor! This spacious ranch home features over 1500 square feet that includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, living room, eat in kitchen, family room, large laundry room and an oversized 2 car attached garage. Go relax on the covered front deck or the screened in back porch and enjoy this peaceful location at the edge of town. $95,000
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Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Kathy Cheek at 660-359-5647. S553dtf ------------------------------------------LOCK-N-GO STORAGE 2709 Pleasant Plain 660-6540241. tf ------------------------------------------Studio apartment for rent. Fully furnished and utilities paid. $495/month. First, last and deposit required. Covered parking. 359-7683. Cdtf ------------------------------------------For Rent - 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, available June 1. 2 bedroom house, close to college. Call 660-359-1011. Kdtf ------------------------------------------PLAZA APARTMENTS Commercial space available in basement with separate entrance. Rent is $300/month with all utilities paid. For further information, contact the manager at: 660-359-6666, MondayThursday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 1312 E. 9th St. Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. P491d5 ------------------------------------------
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Price Reduced - Meticulous all brick ranch with great corner lot location at Lake Trenton. This home features beautiful wood floors throughout the spacious open updated kitchen, dining and living room. The main floor also contains a master bedroom with a full bathroom, 2 spare bedrooms as well as another full bath. The full mostly finished basement is home to a 4th bedroom, a full bathroom, nice laundry room, as well as a large family room finished with pine wood that provides the perfect area for the kid’s hangout or for entertaining. A screened in porch and a new deck provide the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the fabulous view of the lake. $217,000 See all of our listings at www.c21trenton.com or visit us on Facebook.com/c21trenton. C493d29 -------------------------------------------
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Milwaukee battery-operated power tools, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, chain saws and pole saws. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 359-3660. T479d2 ------------------------------------------Cardinal Mini Barns See our display at 1062 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton or call Rene at 660-6543327. Storage barns with metal roof and wood or metal siding * Compare these quality features: Treated skids, 2"x6" floor joists, 3/4" thick OSB floor, 40 year paint warranty on metal. FAug14 -------------------------------------------
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Republican-Times dtf ----------------------------------------FORMER LAW OFFICE FOR SALE 810 Washington St., Trenton, MO 64683 Sale Price: $385,000 Building Size: 6,250 SF Contact Broker: Windfield Real Estate 816-612-5191 Andrew@WindfieldRealEstate.com WindfieldRealEstate.com TMay5-29* ------------------------------------------For Sale: Country home on 3 acres - 3 bed, 2 1/2 baths, partially finished basement, includes 40x60 Morton bldg, 4 fenced pens with another barn & a 7stall lean-to. Trenton School District. $197,500. Contact listing agent, Toni Cox, RE/MAX Town & Country, 660-663-7918. R413d27 -------------------------------------------
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See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves. Consumer Oil & Supply 614 Harris Ave. 359-2258 C361dtf ------------------------------------------*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-358-2682 L905tf -------------------------------------------
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Big square hay baling, 3ft x 3ft x 7ft, preservative available. Pasture bush hogging with 20 ft. brush cutter. Peter Beery 660654-4764. B303d5* ------------------------------------------CRP/PASTURE CLEARING Tree Pulling/Removal with Skid Loader Call Gabe Buzzard Trenton, MO 816-678-3918 FJun5 -------------------------------------------
Principal/Superintendent Spickard R-II Board of Education is seeking candidates for the position of Superintendent/Principal of a K-6 school district located at 105 N. 4th Street, Spickard, MO 64679 for the 2020-21 school year. Located 10 miles north of Trenton, MO, this small, rural K-6 district has great community support and an excellent faculty and staff. Please contact Jonnie Beavers at (660) 485-6121 or jbeavers@spickard. k12.mo.us for an application. Applicants must submit a completed application, transcripts, certification, references, cover letter and a resume to be considered for the position. Applications will be accepted until 6/2020. S478d2 ------------------------------------------JUVENILE OFFICER I OR II This is entry level professional work in the enforcement and administration of the Missouri Juvenile Justice System. An employee in this position is vested with the statutory authority of a juvenile officer to take charge of children who come under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court. This position is expected to exercise supervision over juveniles under the court’s jurisdiction. Employees in this class are expected to work with some degree of independence. Requirements: Graduation from a four year college or university OR Professional employment involving substantial time in the delivery of protective services to families, adults, and children. Expected work week: 40 hours per week with expected compensatory time. State benefit package. Please send a cover letter and resume to Rita Martz, 700 Main St. Suite 13, Trenton, MO 64683, prior to closing date of June 5, 2020. For additional information please call 660-3594040, ext. 2270. Equal Opportunity Employer. J490d27 ------------------------------------------The City of Trenton is accepting applications for: • One full-time firefighter position, and • Multiple paid-per-call/volunteer firefighters Applications can be picked up at the Trenton Fire Department at 1001 E. 17th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The City of Trenton is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, call 660-3595552. F471d27 ------------------------------------------North Central Missouri College is seeking an Associate Director of Admissions for the North Belt Center site. Interested applicants should visit http://www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. N492d5 -------------------------------------------
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IN THE 3RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Case No. 20AG-PR00016 In the Estate of CAROLYN IRENE NOLAND, Deceased. NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED To All Persons Interested in the Estate of CAROLYN IRENE NOLAND, Decedent: On 05-06-2020, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of CAROLYN IRENE NOLAND, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri. The
personal representative may administer the estate independently without adjudication, order, or direction of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless a petition for supervised administration is made to and granted by the court. The name and address of the personal representative is: MARJORIE LAYSON 8198 STATE HWY H FORSYTH, MO 65653 The personal representative's attorney's name, business address and phone number is: ALLAN D SEIDEL 705 MAIN ST TRENTON, MO 64683-2009 PHONE: 660-359-2293 All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent's death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent's liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death: 17-MAR-2020 Date of first publication: 12-MAY-2020 Madison Beverlin, Probate Clerk Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person's interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court. dMay12,19,27,Jun2 ------------------------------------------
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Election • From Front Page •
Franklin and Washington Townships (voting at the Spickard Christian Church) - Rhonda McIntosh, Ardis Simpson, Republicans; Vicki Weaver, Carolyn Brown, Democrats. Lincoln and Harrison Townships (voting at the Grundy County Courthouse-east door entrance) Sharon Mlika, Cheryl Moore, Republicans; Michelle Shaw, Bonnie Wallace, Democrats. Madison and Taylor Townships (voting at the Edinburg Baptist Church) Barbra Adams, Alida Kincade, Republicans; Wanda Long, Margaret Turner, Democrats. Trenton First Ward and Jefferson Township (voting at the Grundy County Courthouse) - Janice Garrison, Marsha Hurst, Republicans; Linda Brummitt, Marlene Johnson, Democrats. Trenton, Second Ward (voting at the Frey Building on the campus of North Cen-
COVID-19 • From Front Page •
symptoms or believe they have been exposed should stay home except to seek medical care. However, they should call before going to their doctor’s office or the emergency room. As of Tuesday, Wright Memorial Hospital and Hedrick Medical Cener have tested 934 persons for COVID-19. Testing numbers at WMH total 268, including 192 from Grundy County, 44 from Mercer County and 32 from other counties. At Hedrick, 666 have been tested, including 396
NCMC
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Students may want to consider the online course offerings scheduled for the fall semester if concerned about being in a public environment or worried about a possible switch to ‘flex’ arrangements during the semester. In the case of shelter-in-place orders, adjustments to online course proctoring rules and guidelines may be needed, but general instruction would be relatively unaffected. Computer labs will remain accessible within the tutoring center, student support services, library and Hoffman Hall. Wireless network access is available throughout campus. Wireless access after business hours is available in the Cross Hall and Geyer Hall parking lots. NCMC will encourage all students, faculty and staff
tral Missouri College)- Jim Coldicott, Michelle Grisamore, Republicans; Melanie McCloud, Kayla Smith, Democrats. Trenton, Third Ward (voting in the fellowship hall at the First Christian Church in Trenton) - Ida Lee Little, Nadine Gibler, Republicans; Janet Slater, Diane Zeiger, Democrats. Trenton Fourth Ward and Jackson Township (voting at the First Baptist Church Recreation Center) - Janet Spencer, Amy Huber, Republicans; Sheron Lovell, Yvonne Ulmer, Democrats. Judges scheduled to count absentee ballots include Janet Wilson and Lorene Skroh Republicans; and Charlene Arnold and Marie GladbackDolan, Democrats. Tonna Ricketts will run the machine during that time and will join Mrs. Skroh and Janet Wilson as night judges, who count one precinct by hand to ensure the electronic ballot counter is accurate.
from Livingston County, 95 from Grundy County, 17 from Mercer County and 158 from other counties. All patients admitted to a Saint Luke’s Health System hospital, including WMH and HMC, are being tested for COVID-19. The universal inpatient COVID-19 testing approach includes patients admitted for observation as well as those fully admitted as inpatients. Additionally, all patients scheduled for a surgery or procedure will be tested for COVID-19 at the local drivethrough clinic in Chillicothe at least 48 to 72 hours prior to the procedure. members to take precautions to protect themselves and others. If students or faculty and staff would like to use a facemask or other protective items while in the classroom or on campus, they will be encouraged to do so. NCMC is currently reviewing and waiting on state and national guidelines to develop and form a plan for fall regarding athletics, co/extracurricular activities, public spaces and events. As of now these activities are to be permitted, but more information will be released as recommendations are established. The college will send regular communication on any changes, updates and measures regarding the fall semester. For more information about course offerings or enrolling, persons can visit the college website, visit www.ncmissouri.edu.
FUTURES TRADING CHICAGO BOARD OF TRADE Open
High Low Last Chg May 21 WHEAT 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Jul 504Ÿ 512 504Ÿ 507 —1ž Sep 512Ÿ 515 508 510ž —2 Dec 515 524 515 519ž —1ž Mar 525½ 530ž 525 527 —2Ÿ May 529½ 533Ÿ 528ž 529ž —2Ÿ Jul 526ž 530Ÿ 525ž 528ž —½ Sep 530½ 530½ 530½ 530½ —2½ Dec 542 542 542 542 —½ Est. sales 41,362.Fri.'s sales 107,857 Fri.'s open int 386,911, up 2,697 CORN 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Jul 316ž 323 316½ 322Ÿ +4Ÿ Sep 321½ 327½ 321Ÿ 326ž +4 Dec 331½ 336ž 331Ÿ 336 +3Ÿ Mar 343 349 343 348Ÿ +3 May 352ž 356 350 355Ÿ +2½ Jul 355 361Ÿ 355 360½ +2½ Sep 357½ 360½ 357½ 360½ +3 Dec 363 367 363 366Ÿ +2 Mar 375 375 375 375 +1Ÿ May 380 380 380 380 +1 Dec 375 375 375 375 +1Ÿ Est. sales 118,376.Fri.'s sales 147,203 Fri.'s open int 1,464,328,up 9,200 OATS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Jul 323ž 328Ÿ 322Ÿ 328Ÿ +4ž Sep 287 289Ÿ 287 289Ÿ +2ž Dec 278½ 279ž 278 279 +2½ Est. sales 337.Fri.'s sales 385 Fri.'s open int 4,840,up 123 SOYBEANS 5,000 bu minimum; cents per bushel Jul 832½ 845ž 832Ÿ 845½ +12Ÿ Aug 835ž 848 835ž 847ž +11Ÿ Sep 838Ÿ 849Ÿ 837ž 849Ÿ +10ž Nov 843ž 855 843Ÿ 854ž +10Ÿ Jan 847 858ž 847 858½ +10 Mar 842ž 854ž 842ž 854ž +10 May 844Ÿ 854Ÿ 842ž 854Ÿ +9½ Jul 850 861½ 849ž 861Ÿ +8½ Nov 852½ 855ž 850ž 855ž +8 Jan 859½ 859½ 859½ 859½ +4ž Nov 865 865 865 865 +3ž Est. sales 90,630.Fri.'s sales 175,681 Fri.'s open int 872,039, up 1,539 May 20 Trenton MFA Soybeans, 7.78 (May 20); 7.73 (June 20); 7.70 (New Crop 20). Corn, 2.73 (May 20); 2.73 (June 20); 2.78 (New Crop 20). Laredo MFA Soybeans, 7.78 (May 20); 7.73 (June 20); 7.70 (New Crop 20). Corn, 2.73 (May 20); 2.73 (June 20); 2.78 (New Crop 20).
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The Airport Advisory Committee of the Trenton City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 28 at city hall. The meeting will be open to the public via zoom at the website, https://us02web. zoom.us/j/83105944624. Items on the announced agenda include discussion of the t-hangar project at the Trenton Municipal Airport.
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