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Local nurses help with testing at Triumph Foods of St. Joseph Results from comprehensive testing for COVID-19 of employees and contact workers of Triumph Foods in St. Joseph have been completed, and Daviess County Health Department (DCHD) nurses were among those assisting. Kristie Smith, RN, and Racail King, RN, aided Buchanan County Health Department with notifying the cases and contact tracing. Triumph has about 2,800 employees at the meatpacking plant. On April 27, comprehensive testing of asymptomatic employees began in the parking lot of the plant. As of May 3, 373 employees and contract workers of Triumph Foods, who presented for testing sample collection with no related symptoms, had received positive results for COVID-19. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) partnered with the City of St. Joseph Health Department, Northwest Health Servic-

es, and Mosaic Life Care to offer COVID-19 testing to all employees and contract staff at Triumph Foods. Staff from surrounding local public health agencies assisted. The two DCHD nurses helped at Triumph Foods on April 29 and were called back to help with contact tracing of those determined to be close contacts of the positive cases on May 4. The Daviess County nurses worked with other health departments in Region H (Nodaway, Tri-County, Harrison, Grundy) who also sent one to three nurses. “Our team was able to complete calls and tracings on 60 people,” said Cheryl Alexander, administrator at the Daviess County Health Department. “That may not sound like a lot, but this all takes time and paperwork.” Any employees of the meat processing plant still seeking testing could do so through the mobile testing site operated by Northwest Health Services.

Special salute to healthcare nurses with flyover today, drive-bys this week Perhaps National Nurses Week has never had quite the impact in the United States as now during the pandemic. The official designation is May 6-12. The annual celebration of health care workers is more important than

Mobile food drop to be at Gallatin Food Bank Second Harvest Community Food Bank out of St. Joseph will hold a Fresh Mobile Pantry at the Seventh Day Food Bank in Gallatin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 7. The Daviess County Food Bank is housed within the Gallatin Adventist Community Services Center located at 1210 Willow Street; enter off East Burns to South Willow. The mobile pantry is open to the general public while supplies last. The food drop is used when Second Harvest has an excess of produce and is a one-time event.

For the food drop there are no income requirements and no area residential requirements. Cindy Jones at Seventh Day Food Bank says those Daviess County residences seeking assistance can line up in their cars to get the fresh produce; they do not have to go inside. The fresh produce varies and depends on what is on hand. Follow the Facebook page for updates regarding changes in hours, fresh produce, and extra food postings. The webpage is www.foodbankdaviess-county.net.

One active case of Covid-19 in county; two recovered as pandemic continues The Department of Health and Senior Services reported one new case of COVID-19 in Daviess County on May 2, bringing the total to three, according to the Daviess County Health Department. Two of the cases have recovered. The person with the third case, the only active case in Daviess County, and his/her contacts are staying home until released by medical personnel to resume regular activities. If you have not been contacted then you are not a contact to this case. As of Monday, May 4, the Daviess County Public Health Emergency Order put into place on April 6, 2020, was rescinded. Daviess County will adhere to the Governor’s order starting May 4. You can read the entire order and guidelines at www. showmestrong.mo.gov. Upon meeting with the Daviess County Commissioners and Daviess County Emergency Management Director the health department does hereby highly recommend that you follow the guidelines and order set forth by Missouri Gov. Mike Parson beginning May 4, 2020: • Adhere to social distancing

Coronavirus Update Confirmed Cases to Date

Grundy County............................ 0 Daviess County........................... 3 Caldwell County.......................... 3 Gentry County............................. 1 Livingston County........................ 3 Dekalb County............................. 3 Harrison County.......................... 6 Clinton County........................... 11 Missouri 8,916 cases, 377 deaths

Source: Missouri DHSS as of 8:30 a.m. May 5

USA: 1.23M confirmed cases, 164K recoveries, 72,023 deaths Worldwide: 3.66M confirmed cases, 1.2M recoveries, 257K deaths

Source: Wikipedia; Daily situation reports available via the World Health Organization.

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of six feet at all times if able. • Avoid large gatherings. • Implement personal protective measures such as staying home when sick, frequent hand washing, mask if you need to be closer than six feet and routine cleaning of surfaces. • Remain home if you are sick except to seek medical treatment. • Persons at high risk who are immunosuppressed or of

advanced age are advised to remain sheltered at home as much as possible and avoid large groups. • Businesses continue to permit employees who are capable to work from their residence or regular place of abode. • Businesses/Restaurants follow the guidelines set forth by the governor but use enhanced precautionary measures if you cannot maintain six feet (for answers to questions about enhanced precautionary measures, call the health department). • Per governor’s order people shall not visit nursing homes, long-term care facilities, retirement homes or assisted living homes unless to provide critical assistance or end-of-life measures. This is not a Public Health Order but simply recommendations to go along with the order and guidelines set forth by Governor Parson. Please use precautions as instructed above to do your part to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Daviess Countians must continue to be vigilant as this situation is ever evolving and can easily reverse to more cases.

ever as they battle to protect the vulnerable and save lives amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Aircrews from the Missouri Air National Guard’s 139th Airlift Wing were scheduled to fly over medical facilities in the Northwest Missouri region May 6, as a show of solidarity in support of healthcare workers and all essential employees who are helping to combat COVID-19. The flyover would consist of two C-130 Hercules cargo aircraft based at Rosecrans Air National Guard Base. The aircrews would fly over medical facilities in the following order starting at noon: Atchison Hospital, St. Luke’s North Hospital Smithville and Barry Road, North Kansas City Hospital, Liberty Hospital, Cameron Regional Medical Center, and Mosaic Medical Center St. Joseph. County Health staff Daviess County Health Department at 609 South Main Street in Gallatin, offers a wide range of patient services, from immunizations to blood draws

and pregnancy tests. WIC clinics and breastfeeding support and counseling are available. Other services cover everything from birth and death certificates to sewer permits. In addition, the Health Department participates in emergency planning and preparedness to respond to health threats, as well as man-made and natural disasters. Visit their website at www.daviesshealthonline.com for more information. On the frontlines Courtney Ranae Adkison is technically not a nurse she tells us, but she is certainly one of the front-line workers battling COVID-19 and deserves to be recognized. Courtney is a Registered Re- Courtney Adkison spiratory Therapist. She has been employed at Harrison County Community Hospital for 10 years. She graduated from

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Daviess County Health Department staff members, from left, are: Kristie Smith, MSN-RN; Cheryl Alexander, RN-Administrator, Racail King, RN, and Debbie Gatton, LPN., and School nurse Sarah Clark, RN (inset photo)

Staff at Daviess County Nursing & Rehab Mandy Williams, RN

Sierria Jones, RN

Hailey Toney, LPN

Katie Constant, RN

Julie Holcomb, LPN

Debra Adams, LPN

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Suzanna Ott, RN

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OPINION

May 6, 2020

Give Clean Missouri a try Our own state senator, Dan Hegeman, is leading an effort to revote a new version of Clean Missouri this November. The legislation SJR 39, sponsored by Sen. Hegeman, essentially asks voters, “Are you sure?” You may recall that the original Clean Missouri constitutional amendment passed last November by a 62% majority statewide. A key provision empowers a non-partisan state demographer to oversee redistricting. It also put strict limits on lobbyist gifts and lowered some campaign contributions for state lawmakers, among other things. Hegeman’s new proposal (SJR 39) would remove the state demographer from that role and put redistricting power back in the hands of House and Senate commissions. This is the key issue of the proposed revote this fall. Other revisions to what voters have already passed are minor: eliminate lobbyist gifts entirely (the current Clean Missouri cap is $5) and change the limit on State Senate campaign contributions from $2,500 to $2,400. According to Missouri News Network (for this newspaper via Missouri Press Association), the Senate voted 22-9 in favor of SJR 38 on Feb. 10. That vote fell along party lines. Then, at a hearing of the House General Laws Committee last week, Sen. Hegeman was the only person to testify in person on the resolution. To be sure, topics when viewed afar from capitol halls are usually more complicated than they seem. Democrats from St. Louis raised questions which tested Hegeman’s proposal in terms of citizens and illegals. There was also a question about how the impact of Hegeman’s proposal might shift from districts drawn based on population to districts based on the idea of “one person, one vote.” Maybe a revote would never have been suggested if Amendby Darryl Wilkinson ment 1 had been more concise. Last November’s Amendment 1 (Clean Missouri) was not just a single amendment, but actually six amendments packed into one. So, folks like Sen. Hegeman logically argue that perhaps voters were so enthusiastic about passing the ethics portion of Clean Missouri that they overlooked or failed to understand what redistricting, as set by a state demographer, might be. Perhaps Sen. Hegeman and others should consider that voters recognize the advantage whatever party is in power enjoys when setting redistricting procedures — whether it’s Republicans (this time) or Democrats (the next time). It is possible that voters actually did know what they were voting to change. It is never an enviable position for an elected official to say they know more than votes cast in public election, even in circumstances when that literally can be true. It could be that a state demographer (chosen from a list provided by the elected State Auditor) will be more apolitical than our former procedure. We’ll never know unless given the chance. And, yes, certainly the 2nd District (with Rep. J. Eggleston representing Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry and Harrison counties) will most likely change. Rather than push for a revote, perhaps elected officials should simply admit they failed to adequately educate or convince voters of their position when the first vote was taken. Why not wait and see if an appointed professional demographer will help remove politics from Missouri’s redistricting process? It could be that changing the method of redistricting was viewed in ethical context much like eliminating lobbyist gifts and limiting campaign contributions: Wanted. If so, then a revote smacks of what’s precisely unwanted – more politics. After all, if redistricting by a demographer evolves into failure, the State Auditor puts his or her political future at risk and the cost of a statewide election for reversal is no more than this proposed revote on something already approved by a 62% majority. We don’t want more of the same. Clean Missouri, as is, should be given a try. Only then can a revote, if necessary, more precisely address what revision or refinements should be made and in what ways.

Americans are facing unprecedented challenges in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Millions have lost their jobs, countless small businesses have shut down (some permanently), and virtually every school in the country has closed its doors. As Americans have stayed home over the last month, internet access at home is now more critical than ever. Students across North Missouri are finishing this school year at home, whether through take-home lessons — or more

In the days following the March 10th presidential preference primary, while the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic was accelerating, local election authorities across the state began sounding the alarm about the challenges to administering elections during emergency situations. Shortly after that election, both the courts and Gov. Parson agreed that a postponement of the April 7, 2020 election to June 2, 2020 would be in the best interest of Missouri’s voters and election judges. However, we still have work to do to make sure every eligible Missouri voter can safely, securely, and accessibly cast a ballot in the remaining elections of 2020. Local election authorities are acutely aware of the limitations of Missouri’s election law and the effects that it has on the average voter. We have all heard from voters that are struggling with the decision of casting a ballot or feeling that they are risking their health by venturing to a polling place

ers experiencing the hardship of a state of emergency can safely and securely cast a ballot; 3. necessary changes to administrative deadlines to allow local election authorities to safely and efficiently process absentee ballots; 4. drop-off boxes for voters to submit their absentee ballot to their local election authority; and 5. a statewide electronic absentee ballot application integrated into the Missouri Centralized Voter Registration system. 6. mailed in ballots received by Friday of the election to count only if postmarked by election day. Importantly, the association is not asking for an extension of the limited mail-in election law currently in place. Absentee voting in Missouri has been and continues to be a safe and secure method of casting a ballot. Elections require integrity, security, and accessibility and, in order to deliver the caliber of elections that Missouri voters expect and deserve, we need meaningful modifications to

Off the Editor’s Spike...

Proposed budget fully funds K-12 By State Rep. J. Eggleston

In the first week back from the five-week, virus-caused break, the Missouri House passed a new budget proposal for fiscal year 2021 (July 1 to June 30, 2021). Some members wore breath masks. Others didn’t. There were no handshakes or fist bumps. And the legislature showed that normal business can be conducted while practicing safe health care measures. The $34 billion budget was originally reported to be a $700 million cut, but that was misleading. A “cut” implies less money will be spent this year than last year. This budget is actually a $700 million reduction from the

governor’s optimistic budget requests made in January before the coronavirus. In reality, the actual cut is a $146 million reduction from last year’s spending. While that is not small, it is better than what many other states are facing in these challenging times. House budget chair Cody Smith attributes that to “having managed our budgets appropriately in recent years and carrying forward cash from one year to another, and not spending all the money. Those types of good budgeting practices have positioned us better than some other states.” While several departments will see a share of that $146 mil-

lion reduction, the proposed budget will allow our K-12 public schools see their foundation formula fully funded. The legislature has taken pains to make sure the formula has been fully funded for the last several years. The next step is for the Missouri Senate to examine the budget and make whatever adjustments they see fit. Then a conference committee made up of a handful of representatives and senators will hash out the differences between the House and Senate versions. The final product will be voted on by the full House and Senate, and sent to the governor’s office for his signature.

frequently, through online education. College students in particular are expected to finish this year’s classes online, a format many universities already use for some classes. Unfortunately, it’s still next to impossible to implement for many of our schools and teachers. Likewise, businesses have started teleworking during the pandemic. While this is possible for many in more urban areas, a frozen video screen during a meeting is far too common in rural areas with slow internet. Ob-

viously, it’s not even a possibility for those who don’t have it. In a time where telemedicine has been heavily put to use, doctors have to be able to connect to their patients and vice versa. It’s an incredibly useful technology when folks have had to stay home or are far from their local healthcare facility. It’s useless without broadband access. The work to expand broadband interent in rural Missouri is every bit as important as rural electrification was for our communities in the 1930s. With the current pandemic, expanding our broadband infrastructure is more important than ever. That’s why I introduced the Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility (E-BRIDGE) Act, to eliminate longstanding barriers. Many times, the infrastructure is in place close by, but it’s cost-prohibitive to get the internet to the home which keeps folks from being able to actually use it. By unlocking Economic Development Act grant funding to help get these ‘last mile’ projects done, we can connect millions of Americans.

Broadband more than ever a need By Congressman Sam Graves

6 ways to help enable voters during pandemic during the current pandemic. We are working hard and together to share best practices, but we also want to work with our representatives in the legislature. The Missouri Association of County Clerks and Election Authorities represents 116 county clerks and boards of elections that administer every election that takes place in Missouri. The association has identified six concrete measures that would help protect voters, election judges, and the integrity of our elections. These measures would permit: 1. the Secretary of State and local election authorities to petition Missouri courts in emergency situations so that election administrators can request temporary election changes for the benefit of voters; 2. voters to request an absentee ballot under a seventh valid excuse: “a declared statewide state of emergency.” This excuse, like the “incapacity or confinement due to illness or physical disability” excuse, would not require notarization so that vot-

our laws to address the current challenges presented during a declared emergency. These measures give election administrators the tools necessary to ensure that the 2020 elections are successful. Please contact your legislators regarding this proposed legislation, in order to give Missouri’s Election Authorities the tools needed to conduct elections during a declared state emergency.

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May 6, 2020

1909 2019 In 1909, an Hemry family reunion was held at the Thomas RedmonTuggle home west of Gallatin. Those attending were descendants of George Hemry who immigrated with his nine children to Daviess County in 1843. This picture of the Hemry family reunion shows the descendants of George Hemry in attendance: Jesse -- daughter Isabella Hayter and great-grandson Garner Maynes; James -- (never married); Rezin -- (none); Matilda Ramsbottom -- son William, daughters Amanda Weldon, Ruth Ramsbottom, grandsons Hemry and Ray Ramsbottom, Floyd and Lloyd Weldon, granddaughters Ethel and Ruth Ramsbottom and Mattie Weldon; Stephen -- daughter Lettie McDonald; Maria Tuggle -- son Thomas, grandson Duke O’Toole, granddaughters Maria and Lettie O’Toole; Thomas -- sons Martin and Charles, daughters Augusta and Estella Hunt, grandson Charles Everett Hemry, granddaughters Mary Hunt and Mildred Hemry; Margaret Zimmerman (only living child of George Hemry in 1909) -- daughter Mary Hardman, granddaughter Dora Bathgate, great granddaughter Christine Bathgate; Sarah Jane Wood -- granddaughter Frances Wood Blackburn.

Hemry family reunion sparks interest in cemetery clean up, updating records Editor’s note: As we approach Memorial Day 2020 on May 25, cemetery maintenance comes into focus, making this account of a family reunion appropriate now even though the gathering occurred last fall.

The 110-year reunion of the descendants of George Hemry and Sally Kail was the brain child of Martha Hemry Sample, George and Sally’s 2x greatgranddaughter who resides in Illinois. Martha’s brothers, Don and Warren, still live in the Gallatin community. The reunion was set to coincide with the Gallatin Chautauqua. In 1842, George migrated from Ohio with his nine children after Sally’s death May, 1840. As a result of George’s migration, numerous Hemry descendants reside in Missouri, Nevada, Utah, California, Illinois and Georgia. Descendants attended from all listed states. The oldest attendee was nearly 98 years young, Carolyn Cousins Hurst of St. Joseph; the youngest attendee was Reid Hemry, Gallatin On the second morning of the reunion, the cousins met at Hillcrest Cemetery to locate many Hemry ancestors. Continuing this quest, three cousins -- Don Hemry of Gallatin, Anne Foley

Rauth of Kansas City, and Marcia Walker Swetmon of Lone Oak, GA -- tromped through a total eight cemeteries. One cemetery was the old Tuggle Cemetery which they found in such disrepair that it was nearly impossible to reach some grave sites. However, headstones were photographed resulting in the cemetery documentation growing from just 18% to 80% photographed and documented on website ﬁndagrave. com. This spring Warren Hemry and Larry Vyrostek, whose great-grandparents are buried at the Tuggle Cemetary, along with Dane Worrell, who also has ancestors buried in the cemetery, cleaned out brush and mowed so that more headstones could be seen. Now another effort is planned to photograph and categorize more headstones. Maintenance and upkeep of these small, local cemeteries will be a challenge unless proper funding can be secured. The last documented Hemry family reunion before 2019 was on Thanksgiving Day, 1909. These photos compare those attending the 1909 reunion and the 2019 reunion.

National Nurses Week Winston High school in 2008 and went to college at Concorde Career College in Kansas City. Courtney has two children, Raylan, 6, and Rylynn, 5. She resides on the family farm in Winston. Nursing and Rehab staff Extra shifts, patience, compassion, friendliness…those are all in a day’s work for the nurses at Daviess County Nursing and Rehab. CNAs will be featured next month during National Nursing Home Week. Daviess County Nursing and Rehab is located at 1337 West Grand in Gallatin. Services pro-

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vided include blood administration, clinical labs, dental care, dietary, housekeeping, nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physician, podiatry, physical therapy, speech pathology, therapeutic activities, therapeutic social services, and x-rays. Drive-By Parade on May 11 Daviess County Nursing and Rehab invites you to decorate your car, truck or even your tractor and drive by the facility and honk and wave at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 11, as the facility kicks off National Nursing Home Week.

Plans for a salute to the 79 local graduates from Daviess County schools are underway, Featuring photos, awards & honors, scholarships and future plans. Coming next week in the Wednesday, May 13, edition of the Gallatin North Missourian

September of 2019 provided a time to have another Hemry family reunion. This reunion was held at the home of Cody and Joanna Bird a mile from the 1909 home of Thomas Tuggle. Attending were: Jesse -- Sharon Tindall, Polo; James (never married); Rezin -- Glenn Woodall of Las Vegas, NV; Matilda Ramsbottom -- (none); Stephen -- (none); Maria Tuggle -- Anne Foley Rauth of Kansas City; Thomas -- Warren Hemry, Don Hemry, Martha Hemry Sample of Cordova, Ill., 98-year-old Carolyn Hurst with Jennifer Hurst and with Nanette Corso all of St. Joseph, then Robert Hemry Potts, of San Francisco, CA., and Sixth generation descendants Carol Hemry Spencer, Olathe, Ks., Mark Hemry, Joanna Hemry Bird of Gallatin, and Seventh generation descendants Claire, Brett and Reid Hemry, and Isaac and Sullivan Bird, Gallatin; Margaret Zimmerman -- Matt Carver, Easton, MO; Sarah Jane Wood -- Marci Walker Swetmon of Grantville, GA

Gallatin Alumni Banquet canceled

May 6, 2020

The Gallatin Alumni Banquet has been cancelled due to COVID-19. The decision was made after much discussion with several members of the community. It was decided that for the health and safety of everyone concerned, it was best to not have the banquet. The Class of 2020 and the Class of 2021 will be recognized next year.

Time to control wheat head blight

Patterson Family donates masks The Patterson Family Foundation of Kansas City has donated several masks to the Daviess County Health Department (DCHD). The Patterson Family Foundation reached out to DCHD and other northwest Missouri health departments to try to assist with personal protective equipment needs. These masks will be used for first responders, cosmetologists, massage therapist, and nurses. The Patterson Family

Foundation of Kansas City is a non-profit organization who strengthens the efforts of people, organizations, and communities by focusing on issues that address mutual aspirations, foster wide participation, and encourage learning and sharing. Pictured left to right is Cheryl Alexander, RN-Administrator, Andrea Patterson Family Foundation volunteer and David Roll, Emergency Management Director.

Application open to service academies Resurfacing of Hwy. 6 begins soon, resurfacing of I-35 starts with patching A project to resurface, improve shoulders, and rehabilitate sidewalks on Route 6 from Interstate 35 in Daviess County to the Muddy Creek Bridge east of Trenton is set to begin soon. Crews plan to begin on May 7, 2020, on the east end of the project with the relocation of water lines. This work will require the removal of sidewalks, moving the water line, and replacing the sidewalk in various locations, mainly east of the railroad bridge. After the sidewalk portion of the project is complete, crews will resurface Route 6 within the project limits. The exact schedule and direction of the resurfacing work has not been determined at this time. During resurfacing, Route 6 will be narrowed to one lane. Resurfacing postponed The new, smoother surface planned for a portion of Interstate 35 in Harrison and Daviess

counties has been pushed back two weeks. The Missouri Department of Transportation contracted with Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. to resurface I-35 between U.S. Route 136 in Bethany and Route C near Pattonsburg (Exit 92 to Exit 78). The contractor plans to first complete some partial and fulldepth patching beginning Monday, May 18. The contractor could have multiple crews and work zones set up within the project limits, both directions of I-35, between May 6 and Sept. 23. Crews could be working seven days a week and may work both daytime and nighttime hours. Drainage and potholes Route T – Drainage work from Route AA to County Road 110, May 4 – 6; Route B – Pothole patching from Route 13 to I-35, May 4 – 8; Route T – Pothole patching, May 4 – 8.

U.S. Senator Roy Blunt, MO announced that he is accepting applications from Missourians interested in attending service academies. Nominations to the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy, and U.S. Naval Academy are available for qualified applicants. Applicants must be between 17 and 23 years of age, U. S. citizens, and legal residents of Missouri. A committee of Missouri residents will review applicants’ files and present their recommendations to Blunt for a formal

nomination in January. Nominees will be evaluated using the “equal and competitive” method for selection and on the basis of personal merit, including evidence of character, leadership, scholarship, and motivation. The academy nomination process requires that students first open an application directly with the academies of their choice and then begin the nomination process with their congressional offices. For more information please contact Blunt’s office at academy_nominations@ blunt.senate.gov.

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By Andy Luke, MU Field Specialist in Agronomy Now is the time for wheat producers to control FHB, or head scab, a fungal disease that reduces yields and can impact the quality of the grain. In addition, the disease can produce mycotoxins, sometimes referred to as DON or vomitoxins, that are harmful to both humans and animals, and whose presence will lead to price docks. FHB infects fields at flowering, and symptoms can take up to three weeks to appear. The first symptoms are generally bleached spikelets on an otherwise green head. Upon further inspection, orange to pink colored spores can be seen. As symptoms progress, the grain will shrink and wrinkle, leading to poor quality grain with low test weights. An online risk-assessment tool from Penn State University can help producers make decisions about applying fungicides. The tool uses weather data to determine the risk of FHB infection and can help determine whether fungicide applications are warranted. The tool currently predicts our risk of infection as low, but unpredictable weather between now and flowering can change our risk quickly. For more information contact Andy Luke at 660-425-6434 or lukea@missouri.edu.

May 6, 2020

Library plans phased re-opening; start with curbside carry-out books Birds for a song Songbirds are free to roam, and their travels take them beyond wild places to the trees, shrubs, and grasses they find in cities or near rural homes. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages people to get outside this summer and look for birds in their yards or neighborhood. Nuthatches and wrens will be looking in oaks and maples for insects to eat, or to carry back to a nest of young. Bluejays and bluebirds may be among the feathered visitors looking for food or nest sites. Robins enjoy pecking bugs out of a fresh-mowed lawn. People can simply enjoy listening to bird songs coming from the trees, or, they can use them as an educational tool, particularly for curious children. In times when people are sticking close to home, and children are getting restless in summer, birds await by simply stepping outside and listening or looking. For help in identifying birds, visit MDC’s web page at https:// short.mdc.mo.gov/Zhc. Also, get general tips for birds and information about birds at https:// short.mdc.mo.gov/Zhp.

Testing, testing Effective May 4, driver testing services will expand to include written testing for all classes of licenses and commercial driver license skills testing. Wear face coverings while in driver examination facilities.

The Daviess County Library is happy to announce the first phase of its return to normal operations. There will be several timed phases to the process, each lasting 10-14 days, to allow plenty of time to observe the effect on our community’s health. Phase I entails the return to limited curbside service offered prior to Missouri’s “shelter-inplace” order at the beginning of April. This initial step involves minimal staff-patron contact and no public access to the building. Please gather all the books you have borrowed and plan to drop them in our drop box. Staff will then have time to quarantine and sanitize materials before returning them to the system for loan next week. The quarantine period is 24-72 hours depending upon the material item. Patrons may visit the website catalog, be sure to click around in there because it has been updated and begin requesting holds this week. Next week beginning Tuesday, May 12, staff will review hold requests each morning and contact patrons when the request is filled and ready for pick-up. No patrons will be allowed in the building at this time, therefore there will be no computer or printing access. During Phase I, patron accounts will return to normal status of two-week loan periods of six books, six audiobooks, and six magazines. DVD’s will return to one-week loan status. Overdue fines will also be reinstituted. Summer reading programming is currently under recon-

struction, so keep an eye tuned to the Facebook page for all the virtual activity coming your way. Some of the virtual options will be library tours and tutorials with summer fun beginning as usual after Memorial Day—just not in person this year. Subsequent phases regarding return of public access to the building will be reviewed by the library board at its May meeting and announced following approval. The goal is to provide excellent service but in a manner that promotes health and wellness to all involved—staff, patrons, and community. Much consideration has gone into the timeline of the return to service and the conservative approach seems the most prudent. Your understanding and compliance is appreciated. The library board and director reserve the right to accelerate or discontinue any or all of these services depending upon escalation of this pandemic. Comments and concerns may be directed to Elizabeth Plotner, Library Director, at daviesslibrarydirector@gmail.com.

Pattonsburg MultiPurpose Center Menus May 11-15 Monday: pork steak, stuffing, beets, peaches; Tuesday: sweet and sour meatballs, baked potatoes, mixed vegetables, apricot; Wednesday: chicken tenders, fries, peas, pineapple cake; Thursday: tuna noodle casserole, cucumber/onions, pears; Friday: fish, onion rings, corn, baked apples.

Army reunion

Missouri Western State University student Jacob Lewis recently helped deliver Meals on Wheels to Daviess County older adults.

Active Aging Resource Center We are excited to announce we will be offering Grab & Go Meals beginning Monday, May 11. Call your order in by 9 a.m. and you can pick up between 1112. Suggested contribution for over 60 is $4.50 and cost for under 60 is $7. We will also begin to deliver Meals on Wheels three times a week on Monday, May 11. Thank you to all volunteers who have offered to help. If you know of an older adult who needs meals during this pandemic, please contact Deanna Lewis at 660-663-2828. Menu May 11-15 Monday: meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, carrots, hot roll, applesauce; Tuesday: chicken strips or chicken livers, mashed potatoes and gravy green beans, garlic bread, peach cobbler; Wednesday: beef and noodles, lettuce salad, spinach, biscuit, pineapple; Thursday: philly steak sandwich, baked potato, corn, stewed apples; Friday: bacon cheeseburger, potato salad, California blend, strawberry pie.

The Second (Indianhead) Division Association is searching for anyone who served in the Army’s 2nd Infantry Division at any time. For information about the association and its 99th annual reunion in Kansas City, from Sept. 23-27, visit the website at www.2ida.org/99th-annual-reunion/ or contact Bob Haynes at 2idahq@comcast.net and (224) 225-1202.

2 hurt on Hwy. 190 Two people from Jamesport were injured in an accident that happened on Hwy. 190 in Livingston County. According to the highway patrol, the crash occurred as Dylan Tolle, 17, Chillicothe, was westbound on Hwy. 190, driving a 2003 Ford Ranger. He attempted to make a pass on the crest of a hill and traveled into the east bound lane. He struck a vehicle being driven eastbound by James Fish, 74, Jamesport, on the front passenger side. After impact, Tolle’s vehicle overturned and came to rest on its top off the north side of the roadway, facing west. The 2010 Chevrolet HHR driven by Fish came to rest on its wheels of the south side of the roadway, facing east. Fish had moderate injuries; he was wearing his seat belt. A passenger in the Ford Ranger, Dallas Hall, 18, Jamesport, had serious injuries. He was not wearing his seat belt. Both were taken by Livingston County EMS to Hedrick Medical Center. Both vehicles were totaled. The accident was investigated by Tpr. K.J. Cool, assisted by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.

May 6, 2020

GHS Hoops Madness

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1991-92 team surges into bracket finals

4. 1990-91 Bulldogs (27-1) 5. 1998-99 Bulldogs (24-4) 3. 1972-73 Bulldogs (25-5) 6. 1994-95 Bulldogs (23-6) 2. 1991-92 Bulldogs (27-2) 7.

One matchup to go before we enter the finals of the GHS Hoops Madness Guessing Game sponsored by the North Missourian. Last week’s semifinal battle ended with a close victory by the 1991-92 team over the 1994-95 club. This week’s final semifinal matchup pits two of the best GHS teams separated by two decades. The 1970-71 team, under the direction of Ed Weissenbach, won 25 games, finished co-champion of the GRC, won a regional title and made it to the Class 2 quarterfinals before meeting a very good Cairo team. GHS team members were Howard Weldon, Dennis Morrissey, by Dennis Cox Richard Reynolds, Phil Gooding, Rick McCloud, Keith Morrissey, Kenny Youtsey, Ray Cason, Sam Curtis, Greg Graham, Jack Daniels, John Bennett and Larry Wilson. The 1990-91 team, coached by Kevin Nichols, posted 27 victories. Team members were Darin Hamilton, Eddie Foley, Will Salmon, Scott Shipers, Daniel Madison, Clint Pitzenberger, Dallas Kane, Mike Swofford, Bobby Wigglesworth, Aaron Steigerwalt, Jesse Bird, Kelly Vanatta, Ben Booth, Chris Feiden, Jamie Hunt, Sonny Painter, Dallas Lockridge, Jason Burns, Eric Critten, Matt Strasser, David Woodruff and Michael Beck. Next week’s preview will be provided by the coaches of the two teams in the championship matchup as they describe their teams and season journeys. Anyone can vote but participants are now limited to one vote per person. The deadline for voting each week will be 5 p.m. Tuesday. Share with friends, former players, coaches ... whomever, by word of mouth or social media. Vote here or vote by emailing your pick for each matchup to dennis@gpcink.com. All votes will be confidential, but if you would like to make a statement about your pick, I will print the best and most conclusive, again without naming the sender. That might spark some memories for some. Once a boys’ guessing game champion has been determined, the girls’ tournament will begin.

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Graduation set for R-2, R-3, R-6 The Pattonsburg School District has set tentative dates for graduation and prom. These dates are contingent on the government regulations set forth for social distancing. Everything that can be done to ensure these events do occur will be done. Prom has tentatively been set for June 26. Graduation is tentatively set for June 28. Watch the school website for

additional information. ***** North Daviess R-3 will hold graduation at 4 p.m. on June 6 on the North Daviess ballfield in Jameson. ***** Winston R-6 graduation is from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, May 15. It will be an individual ceremony for the grad and a limited amount of their family.

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MDC works to safely reopen facilities closed by COVID-19

Programs, events remain cancelled through May 31 Earlier this week, Missouri Governor Mike Parson announced the first phase of the “Show Me Strong Recovery” plan outlining how Missouri will gradually begin to reopen economic and social activity starting Monday, May 4. Based on this news, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is working on its transition plan to safely reopen MDC facilities, including nature centers and staffed shooting ranges, to ensure socialdistancing requirements and infection-prevention measures are in place before opening. The facilities will remain temporarily closed to visitors during this transition phase. According to MDC, many of these facilities see a high volume of visitors of varying ages during peak seasons, especially spring and summer, so ensuring safety guidelines are in place is critical to a safe reopening. “With the state opening back up May 4, we have an MDC team working on the transition plan for MDC facilities to reopen while keeping visitors and staff safe,” said MDC Director Sara Parker Pauley. “We do not have a date set for re-opening at this time, but we are working hard to make this happen with safety at the forefront.” MDC temporarily closed its regional offices, Department headquarters in Jefferson City, staffed shooting ranges, nature centers, visitor centers, and educational centers around the state to the public in March. While MDC offices are closed to general visitation, offices have continued to be staffed. Visitors with official business will need to notify the office to gain access. Find MDC office contact information at mdc.mo.gov/regionalcontacts?county=All. MDC has extended the cancellation of its programs and

events through May 31, including hunter education classes, nature center programs and events, shooting range programs and events, and landowner workshops. Conservation areas, nature center trails, and boat accesses remain open to the public. Hunting, fishing, and trapping seasons continue as scheduled. For more information on MDC, to contact MDC offices, to buy permits, and more, visit MDC online at mdc.mo.gov. Social Distancing Outdoors With the current publichealth emergency caused by COVID-19, MDC reminds people to continue to heed recommendations for hand washing, physical distancing, and all other public-health measures during outdoor activities. MDC advises people to make outdoor activities as safe and enjoyable as possible by taking the following actions: •If you have been sick in the last two weeks, please stay home for your health and the safety of others. •Travel in a small group of 10 people or fewer. •If a conservation area looks crowded or an area parking lot is full, please do not stop and find another less-crowded location. •Keep a proper physical distance of at least six feet while visiting areas and especially on trails. •Avoid popular spots where people congregate, such as scenic overlooks, fishing docks, etc. •Pack water, soap and/or hand sanitizer. •Get more information on best practices for keeping you and your family safe from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/. For more information: mdc. mo.gov/about-us/mdc-covid19-response.

Graduation dates listed are, of course, tentative.

T his composite listing of Class of 2020 graduates includes 79 seniors from the five public high schools in Daviess County. Although the path has been filled with obstacles, especially this year, nothing can detract from the accomplishments of these fine young people who have marked this milestone in their lives!

Gallatin R-V Graduation • June 26 (Backup July 24) Gavynn Eugene Tyrone Abbink, son of LaKrista Abbink Aidan Ross Adkison, son of Brett and Becky Adkison Keegan Wayne Allen, son of Georgia Allen and Sean Allen Nathaniel Adam Baker, son of Doug Baker and Amanda Williams Haden Wolfe Bradford, son of Alan and Melinda Bradford Aubrey Nichole Burns, daughter of Stacy and Kristy Burns Dylan Shea Burns, son of Gene and Amy Burns Landon Maclain Corwin, son of Mark and Vicki Corwin Ross Franklin Critten, son of Brian Critten Thomas Joe Crouse, son of Gene and Carrie Crouse Makalia Makenzie Dutro, daughter of Danielle Dutro and Eddie Dutro Jordan Paul France, son of Jason and Vickie France Tristen Wayne Gibson, son of Jennifer Smith and Chad Walker Morgan Marie Glidewell, daughter of Robert and Brenda Glidewell Cindy Lucita Hacking, daughter of Benjamin and Mary Hacking Drayton Iszac Harris, son of Greg and Miranda Ball, Roger and Jen Harris Jessica Elaine Hart, daughter of Jay and Janet Hart Gloria Angelica Hernandez, daughter of Ms. Silvia Corral and Mr. Salvador Hernandez Jasmine Michelle Holcomb, daughter of Rachel Trimble, Michael Holcomb, Brent Trimble Miriam Liberty Hunt, daughter of Brady and Angela Hunt Tanner Owen Hunter, son of Billy and Machelle Hunter

Kacen Scott Jones, son of Karia Jones and Brandon Jones Cortney Dawn Jones, daughter of Doran and Starla Jones Macie Ellen McNeely, daughter of Wayne and Amy McNeely Chase Allen Moulton, son of Christine Moulton and Richard Moulton Caleb Gene Myers, son of April Myers Annie Grace Nelson, daughter of Bill and Vera Nelson Dariyn Renae Pettit daughter of Chance and Sherri Smith and the late Steve Lukehart Drew Alan Prindle son of Steve Prindle and Kristina Williams Dennis Michael Schlaiss Jr., son of Dennis and Terri Schlaiss Madalyn DeAnn Shubert daughter of Bradley Shubert and Mrs. Amanda Smith Jordan Kay Sowarsh, daughter of Phillip and Lisa Green Kayla Iolani Stagner, daughter of Alicia Medeiros and Walter Stagner Jennifer Layne Teel, daughter of Julie Vyrostek and Darrell and Lisa Teel Zackery Lee Tustison, son of Terry and Berneice Eaton Jerold Edward Waters III, son of Mandi Tull Nicholas Scott Widner, son of Scott and Tammy Widner

North Daviess R-III Graduation • June 6, 2020

Ira Amos Johnson, son of Scott Johnson and Stacey Rhoades

Christian Scott Malott, son of Jessica Nelson Graduation 4 p.m. on the North Daviess ballfield in Jameson

Pattonsburg R-II Graduation • June 28, 2020

Clark Adler Ceightlyn Barraza Trevor Cameron Patrick Cowley Cody Crabtree Carter Crone Dakota Eaton Autumn Fredricks Madison Hulett

Shelby Jones Hannah McDaniel Zach Moore Shelby Snider Zachary Studer Caeleb Sutton Emily Warner

Parents names’ unavailable at presstime.

Tri-County R-VII Graduation • June 7, 2020 Alejandro Xavier Bechtel, son of Roni and Lisa Bechtel Wyatt Edward Brewer, son of Trent and Jennifer Brewer Johnny Lee Cosper, son of Cynthia Cosper and Leroy Cosper Rachel Renee Cosper, daughter of Cynthia Cosper and Leroy Cosper Mikaela Rachelle Meeker Dickinson, daughter of Dale Dickinson and Misty Hale Kaelynn Mae Evans, daughter of Chrystal and Aaron Lewis and Sarah Moore Bailee Blu Hoover, daughter of Jennifer Hoover and Brandon Hoover Jared Michael Johnson, son of Steve Johnson and

Jennifer Hoover Kavan Dennis Mooney, son of Marcia Virtue and Mike Mooney Abbie Marie Rexing, daughter of Bruce Rexing and Shereen Rexing Reid Chandler Simons, son of Lloyd and Jennifer Simons Daniel Sawyer Cole Skinner, son of Nichole and Steve Stout and Daniel and Kim Skinner Nathaniel Scott Brown Tomlinson, son of Deb Tomlinson and Scott and Lisa Tomlinson Brayden Cordell Ward, son of Bill and Cheri Ward Ashley Karen Ann Ybarra, daughter of Tasha and William Roach and Shannon and Justin Clark

Winston R-VI Graduation • May 15, 2020

Scott Garland Alexander, son of Dixie Alexander and Wayne Alexander Kathryn Jean Barnes, daughter of Clint and Shawna Barnes Bailey Lavaughn Barton, daughter of Jerome and Janna Barton Holly Ann Caldwell, daughter of Tony and Becky Caldwell Bo Duke Eaton, son of Tori Showalter and the late Bo Eaton

Thomas Alexander Lee Kile, son of Joanna and Brent Wagaman Colby Drake Moody, son of Dena Forck and Wade Moody Madison Mae Potts, daughter of Rex Allen and Alisha Dawn Potts Samuel Paul Uthe, son of Chuck and Vicki Uthe

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Gradual reopening of some businesses; nursing homes remain closed

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David Roll, Emergency Management Director, and Cheryl COMMISSION Alexander, Daviess County Health Director, met with the commission to update them on the COVID-19 pandemic. Cheryl stated the testing sites will remain open, and many businesses will reopen with extra precautions and maintaining 6’ social distancing pursuant to the Governor’s order effective May 4. Senior centers, nursing homes, etc. will remain closed at this time. The commission and the health department highly recommend citizens visit www. ShowmeStrong.com for questions and guidance on the new recommendations. David Roll updated the commission that the FEMA flood disaster grant will require additional project paperwork to be filed. He also discussed additional EMPG grant funds that will be available later this year. Discussion was held regarding courthouse procedures and whether there would be any changes due to the Governor’s recommendations. Jim Ruse stated the courthouse procedures are tied to the Missouri Supreme Court order and orders from the 43rd Circuit judge and associate circuit judge which remain in effect until May 15. At that time it will be determined if changes will be made or whether it will be extended. James Lewis, bridge supervisor, updated the commission on ongoing work. James advised that they are working in Union Township moving dirt on Saber Road this week. Discussion was held as to the short supply of 3” base rock. They are also mowing in Jamesport and Lincoln townships this week. James reported he had gone to Iowa and looked at a dump truck. He reported it was in good condition and would work for their needs. David Cox made a motion to purchase a 2004 Mack Dump Truck for the Road & Bridge department; Wayne Uthe seconded, and the motion passed, 3-0. Trudi Burton, Daviess Coun-

ty Historical Society, spoke to the commission by phone in regards to placing an ad in the Daviess-DeKalb-Caldwell Visitors and Newcomer Guide for 2020. David Cox made a motion to continue to place an ad in the Newcomer Guide for 2020; Wayne Uthe seconded, and the motion passed, 3-0. Ronetta Burton, county clerk, advised the commission that she had received word from Midwest Public Risk that there might be a chance to recoup some losses of sales tax revenue under our Property Loss coverage for the period of March 1 to May 31, 2020. Ronetta also advised that she had been able to secure an $18,000 reduction in our premium for this year by going directly with MPR. Aaron McVicker, SKW Engineering, spoke to the commission by phone regarding bridge 022007.0 and other projects possibly coming up. Discussion was held regarding a request to update equipment on a Windstream tower at the intersection of Highway 13 and Midway Avenue. David Cox made a motion to allow the upgrade to the pole location; Wayne Uthe seconded, and the motion passed, 3-0. Discussion was held on upgrading security equipment at the courthouse. Wayne Uthe made a motion to purchase a camera system for the courthouse and and upgrade the door card system; David Cox seconded, and the motion passed 3-0. Discussion was held regarding a water issue around the west windows in the jury room on the third floor. The commission inspected the damage and will address it with the outside sealing company when they are onsite later this year. The meeting adjourned at 12:25 p.m. This information is taken from the minutes of the April 29, 2020, meeting of the Daviess County Commission. All commissioners were present.

Trustee’s Deed under Active Trust Tract in Sheridan Township from Terry and Mary Jarboe as trustee of the Terry W. Jarboe and Mary K. Jarboe Revocable Living Trust, to Mason R. Eaton and Metaija B. Johnson as joint tenants and not as tenants in common; tract in Grand River Township from Billie Michael Ward, successor trustee of the Billie Joe Ward and Beverly A. Ward Family Trust, to Roger and Cindy Meyers. Warranty Deeds Tract in Grand River Township from Jason and Sherri Lichfield to Todd and Penny Andersen; tracts in Sheridan Township from Michael and Mary Russell and Terri and Charles Lee to Michael and Mary Russell; partial block in Gallatin from Jason Holt to William M. Johnson; tract in Colfax Township from Melvin and Phyllis Pierson to The Pierson Family Revocable Trust; lots and partial lots from Jason and

Michelle Dalton to Jason and Kristin Patterson; tract in Liberty Township from Brice and Cydney Terry to Brice and Cydney Terry, trustees of the Terry Revocable Trust; Lake Viking lot #664 from Brice and Cydney Terry to Brice and Cydney Terry, trustees of the Terry Revocable Trust; tract in Jefferson Township from Magmar LLC to Lewis Jr. and Karla Youtsey; partial lot in Jamesport from Moonstar Management LLC to Jamie King and Jessica Chancfe as joint tenants with right of survivorship; tract in Marion Township from Chester Smith to Jimmy Morris; tract in Monroe Township from Walter L. McQueen to Walter L. McQueen as trustee of the Walter L. McQueen Revocalbe Trust; tract in Jamesport Township from Marion and Rebecca Kramer to Marion and Rebecca Kramer, trustees of the Marion D. Kramer and Rebecca Kramer Family Trust. Quit Claim Deeds Lake Viking lot #1840 from Linda N. Teaney to Viking Valley Associa-

ONLY ONE CENTRAL POLLING LOCATION for April 7/June 2 ELECTION

Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, I, as Election Authority, have had to make the difficult decision to open only one central polling location in Daviess County for the April 7th/June 2nd General Municipal Election. In order to protect both my election judges and the voting public I will only open a central polling location at the Lions Club Building, 801 West Grand Street, Gallatin, MO, and will operate this location with my staff. Any Daviess County voter wishing to cast a ballot in person in the June 2nd election will need to travel to this location. Voters will be asked to wear a mask. Supplies will be available at the door for those who do not have them. I encourage everyone to take advantage of their right to vote Absentee by mail. The process is easy, and can be completed without leaving your home. Postage is paid both ways and the ballot envelope does not have to be notarized in most cases. Absentee ballots are securely collected, and processed by a bi-partisan team in order to protect the voter's right to cast a secret ballot. Simply call 660-663-3300, ext 5 and you will be mailed an application. The last day to request an Absentee Ballot be mailed is May 27th so don't delay. As we learn how to function in these pandemic conditions, I ask for your cooperation and patience. I will vigorously protect the citizens of Daviess County's right to vote while doing my best to keep everyone safe.

Ronetta Burton, Daviess County Election Authority

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DWI arrest south of Gallatin David Aycock, 43, Lexington, 4/30/20 was arrested May 3 and taken to 6:16 am – Lake Viking investigaDaviess-DeKalb County Regiontion. al Jail for a felony DWI. Aycock 4:14 pm – Winston investigation. was arrested one-half mile 5/1/20 south of M Highway on High- 6:20 pm – Car vs. cow on K Highway 13 by the Daviess County way. No injuries. Sheriff’s Department. Daviess 7:20 pm – Gallatin investigation. County Central had notified 11 pm –ROUTINE Coffey investigation. THIS INCIDENT SUMMARY DOES the NOT INCLUDE PATROL ACTIVITIES sheriff’s office of a possibly in- 11:35 pm – Gallatin investigatoxicated driver leaving Casey’s tion. in Gallatin. During a traffic stop 5/2/20 for speeding and driving on the 1:54 am – Jameson investigawrong side of the road, Aycock tion. was unable to walk on his own. 2:52 pm – Jamesport investigaHe was transported to Daviesstion. DeKalb County Regional Jail. 5/3/20 His criminal history revealed 12:04 pm – Gallatin investigamultiple criminal convictions tion. dating from 1996 to 2018. He is 2:32 pm – Winston investigation. currently on parole for forgery. 6:47 pm – Jamesport investigaBond was denied. tion. 4/28/20 • David Aycock, 43, Lexington, 3:33 am – Coffey investigation. was arrested and taken to Da4/29/20 viess-DeKalb County Regional 10:09 am – Gallatin investigaJail for a felony DWI. tion. 5/4/20 1:14 pm – Coffey investigation. • Nothing to report.

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tion; Lake Viking lot #1841 from Viking Valley Association to Linda N. Teaney; Lake Viking lot #1161, an undivided one-half interest, from Allan and Melissa Evans to Dennis and Kimberly Brammer; Lake Viking lots #1625 and #1626 from Jeff and Kim Scraggs to Janet Perry Van Wye; lots and partial lots in Pattonsburg from Angela and Scott Crowder to Lowrey Legacy Farms LLC; Lake Viking lot #2303 from Walter and Tracy Gunn to Charles and Linda Loucks; Lake Viking lot #2683 from Jeffery and Lindsey Bottorff to Robert and Angela Durham. Trustee’s Deed Partial blocks in Gallatin from Brenda Sue Oxley and Jennifer Lea Downey, successor co-trustees of the Searcy Living Trust, to Carla Lynn Wilson. Beneﬁciary Deeds Tract in Union Township from Brice and Cydney Terry to trustee of the Terry Revocable Trust; lots in Gallatin from Timothy and Dana

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Deaths

Dustin Lee Orr 1983-2020 Dustin Lee Orr, 36, Kansas City, died on April 30, 2020. Dustin was born on Oct. 4, 1983, in Independence to Randall Lee Orr and Georgia Lackey Wade. Dustin attended school in Winston. He worked as a computer engineer and owned his own company, DES. He attended the Adullam Church in Kansas City. Survivors include son Dominic Orr, Atlanta, GA; parents Randy Orr, Kansas City, and Georgia Wade, Riverside; sisters Kelsey (Zach) Corns, Kearney, and Nancy (Jason) Reighard, Louisburg, KS; brother Travis Rickman, Kansas City. Graveside service for Dustin Orr will be held at 1 p.m. on Sat-

urday, May 9, 2020, at the Kidder Cemetery. A Celebration of Life service/potluck dinner will be held following the graveside service at the Kidder Park for family and friends. Cremation entrusted to Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Dustin’s honor for a memorial fund being established. Donations may be made in care of the funeral home, to Randy Orr, or Zach Corns. Donna C. Robidoux 1937-2020 Donna C. Robidoux, 82, Gallatin, died May 1, 2020, at Cameron Regional Medical Center. Donna was born on June 12, 1937, the daughter of Floyd and Gladys (Woody) Curtis in Gallatin. She grew up in Gallatin and attended Spawn Ridge Country School. Donna was united in marriage to Louis Robidoux on Nov. 13, 1982 in Everest, KS. Donna

was a homemaker. She lived in Hiawatha, KS, Jamesport, and Gallatin. Donna was preceded in death by her parents; husband; five brothers; two sisters; sons Donnie Cecil and Homer Cecil; daughter Reta Riordan; and one grandson. Survivors include son Bruce (Connie) Cecil of Coffey; brother Dick Curtis of Gallatin; brother Kenny Curtis of Gallatin; 11 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and three great-greatgrandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Cameron Regional Medical Cen-

ter Foundation in care of the funeral home. Graveside services for Donna Robidoux were held May 6, 2020 at McCrary Cemetery, Gallatin. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin.

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Carder to Tyler Carder, one-half interest, and Cassie Stockdale, onehalf interest, as tenants in common; tracts in Grand River Township, Salem Township and Marion Township, an undivided one-eighth interest, from Valorie Jo Hulet to James Joseph Hulet, Jennifer Hulett, Carter Jay Hulet, Joshua David Hulet and Jessica Annemarie Carver, an undivided one-fifth interest each, LDPS; tract in Benton Township from Valorie Jo Hulet to James Joseph Hulet.

Public Notices

... Because You Have the Right to Know IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DAVIESS COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge or Division: PROBATE Case Number: 20DV-PR00011 In the Estate of CHARLES WAYNE BURRIS, Deceased. Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of CHARLES WAYNE BURRIS, Decedent: On APRIL 22, 2020, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of CHARLES WAYNE BURRIS, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Daviess County, Missouri. The personal representative’s business address is: SHEILA BURRIS, 116 LAKE VIKING TERRACE, GALLATIN, MO 64640. The personal representative’s attorney’s name & business address is: DREW FOSTER DAVIS, 1115 WEST GRAND AVE, PO BOX 610, CAMERON, MO 64429. 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 the decedent’s death: 26-JAN-2020 Date of first publication: APRIL 29, 2020 /s/ Jennifer Hoppenthaler, 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. IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DAVIESS COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge or Division: PROBATE Case Number: 20DV-PR00013 In the Estate of MARY LOU SEARCY, Deceased. Notice of Letters Testamentary Granted (Independent Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of MARY LOU SEARCY, Decedent: On APRIL 22, 2020, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individuals were appointed the personal representatives of the estate of MARY LOU SEARCY, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Daviess County, Missouri. The personal representatives 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 names & business addresses of the personal representatives are: JENNIFER DOWNEY, 598 BROOKHAVEN LANE, SUNRISE BEACH, MO 65079 BRENDA OXLEY, 4706 N. LAKEWOOD DRIVE, ST. JOSEPH, MO 64506 The personal representatives’ attorneys’ name & business address is: STEPHEN JAMES BRIGGS, 400 JULES ST, SUITE 320, ST JOSEPH, MO 64501, 816-232-8411. 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 the decedent’s death: 23-AUG-2019 Date of first publication: APRIL 29, 2020 /s/ Jennifer Hoppenthaler, 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. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DAVIESS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION I - Case No. 20DV-CC00012 KENDALL PETRIE and NANCY PETRIE, Plaintiffs, v. ROBERT M NEAL and If living, their unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, donees, alienees, legatees, administrators, executors, personal representatives, guardians, conservators, mortgages, trustees, and legal representatives and all other persons, corporations, or successors claiming by, through or under him, Defendants. NOTICE UPON ORDER OF PUBLICATION OF NOTICE The State of Missouri to defendant, Robert M. Neal, and such unknown person, persons, heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, donees, alienees, legatees, administrators, executors, guardians, mortgagees, trustees, and legal representatives and all other persons, corporations, or successors claiming by, through or under them: You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court for the County of Daviess, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is to quiet title, and which affects the following property: All of Lot 1129 of Valkyrie Valley Sub-Division, a SubDivision of part of Sections Eight (8), Nine (9), Sixteen (16), Seventeen (17), Eighteen (18), Nineteen (19), and Twenty (20), in Township Fifty-nine (59) North, Range Twenty-eight (28) West, in Daviess County, Missouri, together with rights of access, ingress and egress over and upon all platted roads, streets and ways of said Sub-division, all as shown by the Recorded Plats thereof. Subject, however, to the limitations, covenants and restrictions contained in the Declarations thereof as recorded in Deed Record Book 182 at Page 308, and as amended and recorded in Deed Record Book 185 at Page 54, and renewed and recorded in Book 235 at Page 145, of the Office of the Recorder of Deeds for Daviess County, Missouri. The names of all the parties to said suit are stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorney for plaintiffs is Michael D. Arnold, 109 East Jackson Street, Gallatin, MO 64640. You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days after the 29th day of April, 2020, judgment by default will be rendered against you. Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 28th day of April, 2020. By /s/ Jennifer Hoppenthaler, Deputy Clerk

May 6, 2020

Hedrick, Wright Hospitals expand COVID-19 drive-thru testing Hedrick Medical Center and Wright Memorial Hospital are expanding drive-thru testing of COVID-19 to all residents in the region who meet testing criteria and obtain a referral from a health care provider, prior to arriving at the testing site. To be tested, individuals must have any new symptom, including but not limited to: fever of 100 degrees or higher; loss of smell or taste; cough; shortness of breath; diarrhea; sore throat; body aches If an individual experiences any of the designated symptoms within the last 14 days, they will need to call their provider to obtain a referral for the drive-thru test at the location set up in the former Washington Street Food & Drink site in Chillicothe, 1100 Washington St. Heath care providers interested in learning more about coordinating testing through Hedrick and Wright Memorial, please contact Jenny Moss at jmoss@saintlukeskc.org or 660-214-8445.

SBA disaster loans available U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza announced that agricultural businesses are now eligible for SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance programs. SBA’s EIDL portal will reopen today as a result of funding authorized by Congress through the Paycheck Protection Program and Healthcare Enhancement Act. The legislation, signed into law by the President one week ago, provided additional funding for farmers and ranchers and certain other agricultural businesses affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. “For more than 30 years, SBA has been prohibited by law from providing disaster assistance to agricultural businesses; however, as a result of the unprecedented legislation enacted by President Trump, American farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural businesses will now have access to emergency working capital,” said Administrator Carranza. “These low-interest, long-term loans will help keep agricultural businesses viable while bringing stability to the

nation’s vitally important food supply chains.” Agricultural businesses include businesses engaged in the legal production of food and fiber, ranching, and raising of livestock, aquaculture, and all other farming and agricultural related industries, as defined by section 18(b) of the Small Business Act 15 U.S.C. 647(b). Eligible agricultural businesses must have 500 or fewer employees. The SBA will begin accepting new EIDL applications on a limited basis only, in order to provide unprecedented relief to U.S. agricultural businesses. For agricultural businesses that submitted an EIDL loan application through the streamlined application portal prior to the legislative change, SBA will move forward and process these applications without the need for re-applying. All other EIDL loan applications that were submitted before the portal stopped accepting new applications on April 15 will be processed on a first-in, first-out basis. For more information, please visit: www.sba.gov/Disaster.

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Pass not the pawpaw when picking backyard trees to plant this spring Native tree bears edible fruit in autumn and hosts zebra swallowtail butterflies Many a child, and perhaps even the grownups, have considered the pawpaw tree a myth found only in a folk song: “picking up pawpaws put ‘em in your pocket.” Where oh where is the dear old real thing? They’re growing out in remnant woodlands and forests, especially on rocky ridges with natural growth that avoided the plow. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages considering native trees and shrubs for landscape plantings. They offer beauty, edible fruits

Churches report Friends in Christ Friends in Christ watched the message from their homes on northpoint.org. The message was “While We Wait” by Clay Scroggins and was based on Psalm 12:1-6. The praise song was “Run to the Father”. Gallatin First Baptist Sunday, May 10, Pastor Daniel Pelichowski will lead morning worship. Live-Stream option will still be available. We will not have Sunday School classes or evening worship until further notice. Summer camp has been cancelled. Tuesday night Men’s Bible Study has been cancelled until further notice. No choir practice until further notice. Youth Group and Pioneer Club have been cancelled until further notice. VBS will be July 12-17 “Concrete & Cranes” motto: Jesus! Our Strong Foundation!” Olive Baptist Brother David Leeper’s Sunday morning message was “Grieve Not the Holy Spirit” from Ephesians 4. Special music was by Dennis Fletcher. Sunday morning worship will remain as a drive-up service until further notice due to social distancing requirements for COVID-19. Early service the first Sunday of each month and Wednesday evening service are canceled due to COVID-19. Business meeting was held after morning worship. Our deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Randel Sisemore.

and nuts, and they host native insects and songbirds. Non-native plants often do not serve wildlife. The pawpaw is a forest tree that can serve people and butterflies when used in lawn landscape plantings. Plant three or four in a shady corner of the backyard and you’ll have a small grove. They don’t grow very tall and are not invasive. Their top height is 20 to 30 feet but most pawpaw trees encountered in shaded woods are half that size. Pawpaws can provide an accent in front of a wooden fence without obscuring the fence. They are an interesting tree to watch through the seasons. In spring, pawpaws bloom with small but intense reddishpurple flowers. The flowers stand out against the tree’s smooth, tan branches ahead of leaf out. Once a pawpaw tree does leaf out, they produce a wide green leaf with a broad surface, perfect for soaking up sometimes scanty sunlight in the shady forest understory areas where they usually grow. They can thrive in yards shaded by larger trees. Pawpaw leaves are the only plant material that zebra swallowtail larvae will feed on. So, if you enjoy watching large butterflies with black and white stripes flutter through the yard, the pawpaw tree makes a good choice. In autumn, the pawpaw pro-

duces a greenish fruit, shaped like a potato. The fruits are often found in clusters, like bananas. The fruits are edible, and some people who eat them will say they have a soft bananalike flavor. Their ripening time can pass fairly quickly in earlyto mid-autumn. Many a person watching pawpaws grow makes plans to harvest them when ripe, only to find that squirrels and racoons were quicker pawpaw pickers. Flavors in pawpaws can vary by variety and the conditions where they grow. Some are sweet. While others taste flat, or even a tad bitter. Pawpaws can be eaten fresh when ripe. Some cooks use them in recipes for baked treats. A good overview of pawpaws is found in Bernadette Dryden’s cookbook, Cooking Wild in Missouri, which is available through MDC’s online Nature Shop. Dryden provides a recipe for pawpaw frozen-yogurt gelato. A final gift from pawpaws comes in late autumn. The leaves turn a bright, glowing yellow. They are often among the more showy trees in the woods among the fall colors. Pawpaws can brighten a yard in autumn, too. Many commercial nurseries that sell native wildflowers, grasses, and trees also carry some variety of pawpaw trees. They grow quickly. MDC’s George O. White State Nursery near Licking offers pawpaw tree seedlings. For information about ordering trees, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov/ZJM. To learn more about the pawpaw tree’s natural history and role in Missouri ecology, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov/Zn7.

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Agriculture Need Hauling? I have a 20’ stock, a 20’ flat bed, and a 10’ dump trailer and can assist you in your hauling needs. Call Harry at 660-605-0984. Custom hay bailing; mow, rake, and big bales. Call Harry at 660605-0984. For Sale: Hedge Post. 11ft corners. 9ft lines. Call anytime. Dawn, MO. 660-973-0749.

moval, & have a bucket truck for trimming trees (insured). Huston Trucking & Construction, 660-663-3234 or 660-3340997. FOR SALE: Two clean 55-gal. heavy industrial black plastic barrels, open on one end; one 55-gal. metal barrel (good for burn barrel). $15 each. Buy one or all. Ask for Ben or Travis at Gallatin Publishing Co., 660.663.2154 weekdays.

Pigs for sale from Tyson, 50¢/lb. Available for butchering in May at Stoney Ridge Processing in Jamesport. Rueben Kurtz 660684-6734

Minor to major repairs and rebuilds. Tractors, skid loaders, power units, and more! 28732 State Hwy M, Gallatin. Open Mon.- Fri., 8-5. Ask for Sylvan.

Farm ground wanted. Competitive rates. Aaron Landes 660358-2682

48” round glass top patio table and 4 heavy duty metal chairs, $300 for the set. Call 660-6846459

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Fast Cash! Wanted: Guns, gold, ATV’s ect. Cash buyer. We also do cash loans, all confidential. Guns & ammo for sale. R&R Pawn Shop, Cameron, Mo. 816-632-1787

ROOFING CONTRACTORS: Metal Roof Restoration and Flat Roof Products Manufacturer Looking for Qualified Individuals willing to receive training and install roofing systems. 40 Years of Top Quality Products and Developing Successful Business Owners. Investment Required. Training Provided. 816-425-1155

For Rent GALLATIN ESTATES APARTMENTS FOR RENT: 1 or 2 bdrm available. HUD vouchers accepted. Rental assistance available to those who qualify. Equal housing opportunity. Call 660-663-3114. CASE Skid Loader, 85hp, by the day, week or month. Contact Gallatin Truck & Tractor, Inc. 660-663-2103 or 2104. STORAGE UNITS: Outside lighting, surveillance cameras, insulated to prevent large temperature variances, different sizes available. Located Hwy. O east of Gallatin. Critten Country Storage, 660-605-3350. Chillicothe: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Full Basement, Kitchen Appliances, Single Car Garage, 2000+sqft duplex in the country. Near Fairgrounds. References Required. More info call. 816-803-9512 Apartments for rent in Hale. Immediate availability. Various Sizes. Utilities Paid. No pets. 1st Month & Deposit required. 660-645-2316

For Sale BOATS FOR SALE: New & used boats & pontoons, several to choose from, just watch our website, www.lakevikingmarine.com or call 660-663-3722, Lake Viking Marine. OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE by Central Boiler Inc. FREE HEAT & hot water. Eliminate monthly heating bills. Call 660707-3866 today. (No Sunday calls, please). BASE ROCK, BLACK DIRT AND fill dirt. CRP clean-up, brush re-

Large/medium breed dog kennel building for sale. Aluminum doggie doors for big dogs,12x20ft building new roof 3 years ago. 5 inside runs 4x5ft and 4x10ft outside. 3 inside 4x3ft runs and 4x8ft outside runs all are welded metal panels. Sink, counter, hot water heater and propane wall heater. Building on skids $5000. Jamesport 660 973 2996

Help Wanted Viking Valley Association is looking for a dependable part time land and water Safety Patrol Officer. This position is responsible to ensure the safety and security of Viking Valley Association members, guest and employees. Performs duties developed, assigned and monitored by the Safety Coordinator. Applicant must be willing to work weekends and holidays. You may pick up an application at the Viking Valley Association Office, Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TRAGER LIMESTONE All Sizes Crushed Limestone and Ag Lime • Trucks Available

Gallatin Quarry 660-663-3101 Nettleton Quarry 660-644-5821 Office 660-646-5831 Viking Valley Association is looking for a part-time customer relations employee. This position is the point-of-contact between Viking Valley Association and its members who wish to conduct routine business and financial transactions with the Association. You may pick up an application at the Viking Valley Association Office, Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Taking Applications for parttime mail room worker. Duties include processing labels through postal software, placing inserts into papers and han-

dling bundles for mailing. Some lifting required. Computer experience helpful, but will train the right person. All day Mon., mornings Tues.-Thurs. Average 18 hours weekly. Apply by completing application at Gallatin Publishing Company, 609B S. Main, during weekdays 8am5pm or email resume to jessica@gpcink.com

Notices Daviess County Food Bank, 1210 S. Willow, Gallatin. Revised hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. All business will be conducted outside. Please remain in your car. Visit the new Facebook page at Gallatin Adventist Community Center and message the page to let them know you are there.

Services YOUR DIRT IS our bread and butter. Carpet and upholstery cleaning. David Baldwin, 816632-2627 or toll-free 1-888854-2949. THE HAMILTON BANK checking/savings accounts, loans, IRA’s and C.O.D.’s. Visit www. hamiltonbank.net or call 816583-2143. Branch at Lathrop, MO. Member FDIC & Equal Housing Member. R. Huston Trucking & Construction. All kinds of dirt work, clean out ponds, demolition clearing, pulling trees, site prep, dig basements and tree removal. J.D. Tractor with Hyd ditch mower, brush cutter, track hoe, track loader, back hoe, dozer, scaper, mini hoe, skid loader, dump trucks. Insured! Call Rick 660-334-0997 or Ron 660-663-3234, cell 816390-5161 Beery’s Custom Farm Service. Disking and phillips harrow. Call Josh at 6 60-973-6547 A&A PAINTING 20 years experience,free est. Call 816284-9145 Custom round baling 5’x6’ bales, slicing available, wet or dry. Call Jamin R inehart 660-684-6977

Wanted Wanting to buy standing timber: Cottonwood, maple, oak, walnut. Call 660-646-5082 after 6:00 p.m.

Garage Sales Gallatin ACSC Thrift Shop & Bill’s Barn at 1207 S Clay, Gallatin will reopen Wednesday, May 13 with revised hours of 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proper wearing of face masks is mandatory. Hand sanitizer will be available for use. We will be following the governor’s current order. 660-663-2478

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During the COVID-19 health crisis, be assured that Wright Memorial Hospital is taking every precaution to keep our community safe. We know you rely on us, and we take that seriously. To help combat the spread of COVID-19, our team has implemented the critical health resources our communities need most: • A COVID-19 drive-thru testing location in Chillicothe for local first responders and patients referred by providers in Grundy, Mercer, and Livingston counties. • Convenient virtual care available for COVID and non-COVIDrelated illnesses so you can see your provider from home. • A temporary “Patients Only, No Visitors” rule and additional screenings that reduce the chance of spread. • Personal protective equipment for our clinical staff to keep everyone safer. • Private care areas for patients experiencing respiratory issues. This pandemic is a challenge. But one we can overcome. One that will make us stronger. And through it, Saint Luke’s is here. For more information about protecting yourself from COVID-19, visit saintlukeskc.org/COVID-19.