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M M M ‘IRS’ phone scams targeting us!
Over the last couple weeks, the Gallatin Police Department has received several reports that people are getting calls and are being told they owe money to the IRS or another agency and that it must be paid promptly through a pre-loaded debit card, Target/ Walmart gift card or wire transfer. If the victim refuses to cooperate, they are then threatened with arrest. In some cases, the caller becomes hostile and insulting.
Please never send anyone money or give personal information over the phone. Law enforcement does not work in this manner. If you feel that this is a scam, it probably is. If you feel you are being scammed, contact your local law enforcement agency. If you live in Gallatin and have any questions regarding a scam or any other issue, you can call the Gallatin Police at (660) 6633580 or Chief Richards at (660) 663-9512.
Darbie Valenti featured in podcast series
Darbie Valenti, Missouri’s 2017 Teacher of the Year, is featured in a new podcast series, “Leading from the Classroom.” Ms. Valenti is a teacher in Savannah and a 1998 graduate of Pattonsburg High School. The podcast presents 2017 Teachers of the Year sharing their “education epiphany” -- the personal moment that crystallized the importance of teaching and being a teacher. In her episode, Ms. Valenti shares how the creativity, innovation, and problem solving she helps her students develop through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) prepare them — and her — for challenges in the world. The 45-part podcast series is produced by NWEA, the not-forprofit creator of assessment solutions. NWEA is a partner of the National Teacher of the Year pro-
gram run by the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO). The national program identifies exceptional teachers throughout the country and recognizes their effective work in the classroom and the community. You can listen to Darbie’s episode at TeacherPodcasts.org.
Gallatin Rotary Club’s trivia contest Feb. 3 The 3rd Annual Gallatin Rotary Trivia Contest will be held Saturday, Feb. 3, at the Lake Viking Clubhouse, main level. Doors open at 6 p.m. and competition begins promptly at 7 p.m. Teams of eight are encouraged, but not required. The cost is $20 per participant. Make
checks payable to Gallatin Rotary Club. Register by calling 660663-2831 by Feb. 1. Heavy appetizers, snacks and soft drinks are provided. Those who are between the ages of 18 and 20 will be admitted with an adult and must be a team member.
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Gallatin secures new bucket truck City police continue burglary investigations at local businesses, water plant
Public Works Director Mark Morey reported during the Jan. 8 meeting of the Gallatin Board of Aldermen that the new 2017 F550 bucket truck has been delivered. The bucket truck cost approximately $100,000. The city made a down payment for the purchase of the bucket truck in November in the amount of $12,932. The bucket truck will be owned by Friends of Gallatin. City crews have been busy with frozen water meters and frozen pipes. Crews had to dig up and replace a frozen service line on West Grand. Another leak had to be repaired on Grant Street. Some residents should expect to have their water usage will be estimated this month due to the
Recent internet outages centered around Albany
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The two internet outages which occurred recently in Daviess County were both weather related, according to Windstream spokesman Scott Morris. Although the outages were separate events, the territory affected was about the same. The first outage lasted from 5 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 8, and was caused by ice in a splice case near Albany. Approximately 4,800 customers were affected. The second outage lasted from 8 p.m. Jan. 8 through 10 a.m. Jan. 9. This problem was also located near Albany. Damage to fiber due to ice and water in a splice case required about 1/6 mile of fiber to be replaced. There were about 4,600 customers affected by this outage. There were also approximately 350 scattered voice customers who were impacted by the outages, including patrons at Pattonsburg.
below freezing temperatures. Police Chief Mark Richards submitted a report on activity. There were 2 citizen assists; 1 attempted theft; 1 trespassing; 2 welfare checks; 4 burglaries; 2 juvenile problems; 1 fraud; 1 assault, simple; 1 traffic accident with damage; 1 peace disturbance; and 2 thefts. There is one dog currently impounded. The Gallatin Police Department is investigating several burglaries that have been reported in the last couple of days. On Jan. 4 a report was taken regarding a burglary at the new water plant where someone broke in through a garage door and took a couple space heaters, a propane tank, and a 30-gallon water heater. On Jan. 5, officers took reports from Flowers and More, Bobbie’s Hair Salon, and Farmers Insurance where someone entered these businesses apparently looking for cash. Emily Wicoff with Snyder’s led a discussion on upgrading the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system for the new water plant. The board approved the upgrade. The following were approved
by the board: the invoice from the Department of Public Safety for the CO2 testing on the pressure vessels; the November transaction report; and the Annual Financial Review. Bills totalling in the amount of $160,787.73 were approved for payment. Discussion was held on the cupola building. Ross Construction Pay App #11 in the amount of $296,820.12 and Snyder’s invoice in the amount of $14,714.49 were approved. The board reviewed Eichler’s November Bookkeeping Review Report. During comments by aldermen, Steve Evans expressed his concerns/recommendations for reviewing financial statements, electrical usage, payroll, and sales tax.
Aldermen refile
Incumbent city aldermen Dan Lockridge and John Whitfield have each refiled for board positions and are unopposed for reelection. The filing deadline was yesterday (Tuesday). Mr. Lockridge serves the West Ward, and Mr..Whitfield is on the ticket for the East Ward. The election is set for April 3.
As the new year opens, area businesses welcome opportunities to serve you in new and better ways throughout 2018 and beyond. Beginning on page 12 inside this issue, leading businesses take pride in noting their growing tradition in providing you with the products and service that you’ve come to expect as an everyday occurrence. Please take time to review this Business Honor Roll presented by the AdZone, the weekly advertising shopper produced by Gallatin Publishing Company.
Special ceremonies this Saturday to salute 2 new Eagle Scouts Two local Boy Scouts, John Gibson of Gallatin and Cade Osmonson of Pattonsburg, will be recognized for achieving the highest rank in Scouting, that of Eagle Scout, in special ceremonies to unfold at 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, at the Gallatin LDS Church. A reception follows the ceremonies which the public is invited to attend.
Eagle Scout John Gibson
John Gibson, 17, son of John and Janece Gibson of Gallatin, achieved Eagle Scout on Nov. 21, 2017. He is a member of Boy Scout Troop 96, under the leadership of Scoutmaster Jason Lichfield. John began his scouting adventure in 2009 with Cub Scout Pack 96 where he earned his Duty to God Award and Arrow of Light Award. Upon being awarded the Eagle Scout rank, John successfully earned 21 merit badges, served his troop as patrol leader and team secretary, completed NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training), participated in a High Adventure kayaking down the Current River, and participated in countless outings. For his Eagle Scout service project, John coordinated a Red Cross Blood Drive on May 16, 2017. As part of the planning process, he formed a recruitment team to help find donors for the blood drive, posted flyers, shared on social networks, set up appointments, made reminder calls to over 54 donors, and educated donors at the drive. “It was a lot of work from start to finish,” John says, “but I feel good that I
helped save lives from the blood collected.” He was a first-time donor. John is a junior at Gallatin High School where he is a member of student council, FCCLA, FBLA, National Honor Society, and on the track team. He is also currently a member of Green Hills Tae Kwon Do where he is a recommended black belt. After high school, John plans on serving a two-year service mission after which he plans on attending college and then proceeding to medical school. Cade Osmonson, 15, son of Brian and Lynette Osmonson of Pattonsburg, achieved Eagle Scout on Oct. 25, 2017. He is a member of Boy Scout Troop 96. At Saturday’s ceremonies, Cade will also receive his bronze, silver, and gold palms. Cade began cub scouts in Warrenton with Cub Scout Pack 356 where he earned his Duty to God Award and Arrow of Light Award. As a Boy Scout, he has earned 39 merit badges, the On My Honor Award, served his troop as patrol leader and senior patrol leader, and organized and carried out an Eagle Scout service project. For his project, Cade power washed,
scraped and painted the doors and windows, and roofed the portico of the Heath United Methodist Church in McFall. Cade planned the work, organized the personnel needed, and directed the project to its completion. Cade is leaning towards a career in robotics and plans on serving a two-year service mission for his church.
Eagle Scout Cade Osmonson