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CITY OF PLATTSBURG

Alley saga may finally come to a resolution The Plattsburg City Council met Monday, February 12, and members expressed optimism that an agreement would be reached later that evening in executive session. Because it was in closed ses-

by brett adkison leader editor

Plattsburg’s longdrawn effort to find a solution to alleyway access and the parking of dumpsters on Broadway may finally be over.

SCHOOLS

Smoke at Lathrop Middle School, Students Evacuate

sion, details of any agreement were unavailable as of press time, but members were hopeful that the city could move forward quickly if a proposed plan were approved. The alleyway deba-

cle—a tangle of issues involving property lines, vehicle access, land usage, liability and more between Broadway and Locust behind the western block of Main Street—has lingered for well more than a year.

The meeting began at 6 p.m. on Monday with a pair of mayoral proclamations—one proclaiming February as Black History Month and honoring the contributions of the black ||Continued on A2

LATHROP HIGH SCHOOL

COURTWARMING

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KCI Conference Champions Plattsburg boys, Lathrop girls basketball teams finish off undefeated KCI schedules. || PAGE A7

John George passes at 64 Plattsburg mourns the loss of well-known D-Tone owner/operator John George. || PAGE A5

Sheriff ’s Calls for Service

by brett adkison leader editor

Firefighters and law enforcement responded to a smoky situation at one Clinton County school last week. Students and staff were evacuated from Lathrop Middle School on Thursday afternoon, February 8, after reports of smoke coming from the classroom. The district was quick to account for everyone while first responders cleared the scene. All students were able to return to the building before dismissing for the end of the school day shortly after. Superintendent Dr. Adam Willard told The Leader that a motor in a furnace had broken down, sending smoke from the motor through the vent and into the classroom. No flames were present. Dr. Willard said the only damage came in needing to replace the furnace motor. “The staff, students, fire department and law enforcement all did an excellent job,” said Dr. Willard.

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See what calls for service the Clinton County Sheriff ’s Department recently fielded through dispatch. || PAGE A3

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THE LEADER Est. 1895

Congratulations to Lathrop senior Kaitlyn Morgan and Gabe Watkins, who were crowned 2024 Lathrop High School Courtwarming Queen and King on Thursday, February 8. For more on Courtwarming, turn to page A6 of this edition. brett adkison | the clinton co. leader

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MODOT

MoDOT to close BB Hwy. by CRMC hospital

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Necessary bridge repairs will soon close Clinton County Route BB over Interstate 35 south of Cameron. Feb. 14 -16, crews from the Missouri Department of Transportation will complete bridge maintenance and approach repairs.

To safely complete the work, crews will close the Route BB bridge over I-35 and the southbound ramp from I-35 to Route BB, at approximately 7 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14. Both will remain closed aroundthe-clock through 8 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 16. Motor-

ists will need to seek an alternate route around the closure. All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work

zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org. While at modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (2756636) or via social media.

Last week, MoDOT announced that Interstate 35 will close in both directions for a 24-hour period on February 19. The closure will take place between 116 Highway and 69 Highway as crews work to replace the Route H bridge over the interstate.

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Plattsburg Council, Continued from Page A1

community in Plattsburg, Chase Waggoner isn’t going and a second proclaiming to perform his duties, perFebruary 15 as Kansas City haps the council should look Chiefs Day in celebration of into replacing him. the world champions. This is when counCity code enforcement cil members informed the officer Jim Bonebrake was crowd that a possible soluslated to make a presenta- tion to the alleyway and tion at the meeting, but was dumpster issue was slated ill and unable to make it. In for executive session lathis stead, Alderman Richard er that night. Mayor James Stanley made the presenta- Kennedy added that he had tion. also volunteered to donate Stanley said the city’s his property on the alleyway police committee had signed to the city in order to resolve off on a four-stage code en- the matter. forcement process for comAnother resident spoke plaints. In the first phase, the and asked for clarification complaint is received, while on some of the city’s utility the second phase includes rates. That included the $19 verification and the city per customer per month the sending a letter to the prop- city is still paying for the erty owner. The third phase spike in natural gas prices includes a follow-up inspec- that came during the potion 14 days after the letter, lar vortex in 2021, and the and if the violation persists, city’s discounted senior rate a second letter is sent. In the for trash collection (which fourth phase, a police officer must be applied for with the would be dispatched to issue city). a citation. After the ticket in Mary Harper Day spoke Stage 4, the land owner can and informed the board of be written subsequent tick- the mural that will be going ets, adding to any penalties. up on the west side of the Stanley said the aim is Tinnen Building on Main to apply pressure on offend- Street. The mural will depict ers to comply with the code, an early Ford automobile while the stages would allow and pay tribute to the old the city to let residents know Jefferson Highway, which where a specific complaint is ran through Plattsburg on in the process. The full pro- its way between Canada cess would need to be ap- and Louisiana. She also said proved by the city council. some citizens have worked Plattsburg resident Lin- hard on a major grant for da Brooks, who has been sidewalks in town, and she persistent in urging the asked that the city obtain a council to find a solution monthly report on the grant to the dumpsters on Broad- process to ensure they don’t way and to clean up ordi- miss any deadlines. nance issues throughout the Frankie Lewis was back town, spoke during public before the council and said participation. She said that he is having issues trying to the city has lied to her and work with city on his subdiRE.qxp_CCL - The Paper adsdone, 2/13/24 AM project. Page 20 He is wanting nothing has been as 11:35 vision the dumpster is still in the smaller lot sizes and said street. She added that she’s when he went to the zonseen the American Legion’s ing board he couldn’t tell dumpster in a nearby street, who was in charge. He said too, and worried the city had it shouldn’t be this hard for set a bad precedent. She said the city to place notices in that if City Administrator the newspaper and notify

neighboring land owners of the zoning request, and expressed urgency, as his timeline is break ground in March. Waggoner said he hadn’t received any such requests, to which Lewis said he has tried to meet with Waggoner on multiple instances and Waggoner is never at city hall. Waggoner said that wasn’t true, to which Lewis offered to buy him a time clock. A meeting was set for Lewis, Waggoner and Mayor Kennedy on Thursday. Chris Finley spoke to the council about the sidewalk grant project and gave the members some updated information. He asked Waggoner where they were in the process and Waggoner said the next step is putting together the bid packet on the project and getting it out to engineering firms. During the discussion, there was some confusion about the rules and requirements of the project’s local public administrator (LPA). Alderman Stanley said that Finley is a qualified LPA and that the project’s LPA is required to be there every day that construction is underway. Waggoner said that was incorrect, and that it’s the construction engineer that is required to be present. Stanley also said that Finley, as an LPA, could fill in when Waggoner isn’t available. Waggoner also disagreed with that, stating that the LPA is required to be a fulltime employee of the city or the mayor. Stanley clarified that the idea is that Finley could help facilitate Waggoner’s work as the LPA, and Waggoner said that he, himself, will ultimately be held responsible if something doesn’t go right, so he wants to make sure it goes correctly.

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End of an Era for Trex on I-35

Trex Mart announced that its Lathrop store is closing this week as the location switches hands to Casey’s General Store. “We truly appreciate all of the loyal customers who visited us and new friends who stopped by as they passed through,” Trex posted on Facebook. “We can’t thank everyone enough for their support.” photo courtesy of trex mart

The council briefly held a public hearing concerning the total amount the city and its wholesale water customers contribute annually to a capital improvements fund for the water system. Those parties currently contribute $225,000 annually, with each entity paying based on its water usage, but that figure hasn’t kept up with inflation. The proposal would see the contribution increased to $290,000, while the city would increase its rates for local customers to reflect the costs. Stanley pointed out that the proposal would see the city give residential water customers three increases in four months (a two-step increase plus a third for the upcoming water tower project) and it was recommended that the issue be tabled, and the city consider a single, all-encompassing water rate increase for locals. The council approved a resolution to enter into a contract with Lamp Rynearson to complete a CCTV inspection of the city’s clay tile sewer pipes, as well as physical inspections of manholes, to determine what can be done to mitigate water inflow and

infiltration to wastewater treatment system. The city has made efforts in recent years to reduce that infiltration to create more capacity in the treatment system and to avoid treating water that doesn’t need it. The council approved a resolution closing streets and suspending enforcement of certain ordinances to allow for the Main Street Stroll this coming spring. Alderman Sue Malone said the Fall Festival Committee is proud of what they’ve built in the stroll. The local artists coalition art show has been moved to coincide with the stroll, and Malone added that they have 10 liquor vendors and 60 other vendors already signed up. The council went on to approve resolutions for an education campaign regarding ballot issues the city has coming up, and for an agreement with MoDOT on directional signage along Clay Avenue directing travels to key locations in town. The council approved a pair of bills that better align the city’s codes on firearms and concealed weapons with those of the State of Missouri, and a third bill renaming the section of Southwest

Middle Road inside town as South Middle Road to better fit the system used by emergency dispatchers. Kathy Soldanels was reappointed to the park board for a three-year term. The council approved a maximum bid of $3,000 on a new portable restroom in an online auction. The restroom would hook into the city’s sewer system at set points throughout town, so the unit can be stored when it isn’t used for special events. The council approved a proposal to adopt the federal mileage reimbursement rate for the city, and also approved the semiannual financial statement. Lastly under old business, the council approved a resolution to enter the pool for the state revolving fund through the Department of Natural Resources for possible grants and low-interest loans. Under new business, the council discussed holding a town hall informational meeting in March, retaining the city’s designations as a Tree City, U.S.A. and a Storm-Ready Community, and the possible allocation of funds next year for building demolitions.

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Judge Daren Adkins earns big honor Judge Ryan Horsman, Presiding Judge of the 43rd Circuit, has announced that Judge Daren L. Adkins is a recipient of the Missouri Supreme Court Judicial Excellence Award - Associate Circuit Judge, presented by Missouri Supreme Court Chief Justice Mary Russell (pictured right). Chief Justice Russell said the award is for those “who serve the judiciary diligently and with integrity, who

lead by example, and who help to provide the citizens of Missouri with the quality of justice they demand and deserve.” Russell praised Judge Adkins’ “distinguished service, unmatched work ethic, willingness to help fellow judges in all manners of circumstances, and tremendous knowledge of law and procedure. He is a true asset to the judiciary.” Judge Horsman noted that Judge Adkins recently

completed standing in for Circuit Judge Brent Elliott, Division II, while Judge Elliott recuperated from a March 2023 accident. “Judge Adkins not only fulfilled his duties as the Associate Circuit Judge in Daviess County, but also handled all of the civil and criminal matters that would have been heard by Judge Elliott throughout the entire 43rd Circuit. All judges of the 43rd Circuit join me in congratulating Judge Ad-

kins on this well-deserved award,” Horsman said. Judge Adkins has served as the Associate Circuit Judge in Daviess County for 25 years, has been appointed by the Missouri Supreme Court to handle complex matters all over Northwest Missouri, has acted as interim Presiding Judge for the 43rd Circuit, and has been the 43rd Circuit’s Drug Treatment and Employment Court Judge since its inception in 2015.

Plattsburg Senior Center menu for the rest of February

Thursday, February 15 Fish filet, lima beans, corn, peaches, wheat bread.

Feb. 12 if you need a frozen meal for this day.

Friday, February 16 Sloppy Joe on bun, buttered beets, broccoli, pears.

Tuesday, February 20 Chicken tetrazzini, broccoli, corn, gelatin with pears, wheat bread.

Monday, February 19 Closed for President’s Day. Call (816) 539-2211 before

Wednesday, February 21 Swiss steak, buttered beets, cauliflower, peaches, home-

made rolls.

Monday, February 26 cornbread. Chili mac, potato wedges, Thursday, February 22 green beans, applesauce, Wednesday, February 28 Salmon loaf, creamed peas, crackers. Spaghetti with meat sauce, Tina Livestock Market.qxp_Tina Livestock Auction 2/8/24 10:22 AM Page 3 lima beans, pineapple, peas, lettuce salad, pineapwheat bread. Tuesday, February 27 ple, garlic bread. Glazed ham, buttered beets, Friday February 23 sweet potatoes, apricots, Thursday, February 29 Hamburger on bun, tater tots, coleslaw, applesauce, relishes.

• WEEKLY HISTORY NOTES • Five Years Ago February 14, 2019 • City of Plattsburg hears zoning request from the county that could see road and bridge department moved to the north side of Plattsburg. • For the first time in over 40 years, the Lathrop wrestling team wins both the KCI Conference title and a district title. • Local school districts deal with missed days as winter weather forces closures. • Lou Proctor honored for more than 50 years in the pharmacy business by the Missouri Board of Pharmacy. Ten Years Ago February 13, 2014 • Lathrop R-II School District hires Andy McNeely— then-principal at Clinton County Middle School in Plattsburg—to be the next principal at Lathrop Middle School. • Lathrop’s West DeFries and Katie Cordray crowned

Courtwarming King and Queen. • Plattsburg’s Emily Zahn and Braden Price named Courtwarming Queen and King. • Brandon Liberty named next State Farm agent in Plattsburg, filling the territory long-held by the retiring Bo Hoskins.

Twenty Years Ago February 12, 2004 • Voters in the East Buchanan School District approve a 95-cent increase per $100 assessed value to the district’s operating levy, pushing the total levy to $5.26. The district (which had already cut more than $100,000) from the proceeding year’s budget) believes the increase will allow them to run a balanced budget in 2004-2005. • Brenda Tinnen, formerly of Plattsburg, is honored by the Pollstar Concert Industry Awards as the Facility Executive of the Year for her work with the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Thirty Years Ago February 10, 1994 • Plattsburg and Lathrop Junior High Science Olympiad teams prepare to battle for regional championship. • Clinton County Historical Society plans to commemorate 130th anniversary of the Plattsburg Civil War skirmish. Forty Years Ago February 16, 1984 • The 1982 Census of Agriculture reports that farms in Clinton County grew to 876, encompassing more than 223,000 acres. • Plattsburg plans for St. Patrick’s Day parade, including a traveling trophy for the best entry. • Deals at Howard’s Market in Plattsburg: pork steak for $1.19 per pound; cottage cheese, 24-ounce carton for 99 cents; 12 pack of Pepsi-Cola for $2.98; sliced bacon for $1.59 per pound.

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A QUICK WORD

The Chiefs and Childhood Dreams by brett adkison leader editor

I try to confine my sports nerdiness to Twitter and away from the opinion page. After all, you can get Chiefs news anywhere on the internet, but this is your lone source for such brilliant takes as, “We should throw tomatoes at Clinton County politicians if they join a festival parade on non-election years.” An opinion I continue to stand behind, by the way. But when it comes to the Kansas City Chiefs, they demand the ink. I watched Sunday’s overtime thriller with my father in my childhood home—the same place where an eight-year-old future newspaper editor had his dreams crushed by the Buffalo Bills in the AFC title game three decades ago. To this day, the same wood-stained arrowhead logo hangs above the front door. After that 1994 heartbreaker, I was naive enough to think that we’d be back the next year. Little did I know that the patron saint of comebacks and championships, Patrick Mahomes II, wouldn’t be born for another 18 months. So Sunday’s Super Bowl victory, like the two that preceded it, was cathartic. My father and I hugged and celebrated, and I smiled a bit for the eightyear-old kid who was a little too optimist about the future of his franchise. It’s been a cursed fandom, and those who’ve stayed have been rewarded with a dynasty. I’m a man now, and the magic of sports has faded some. These guys make me believe, but my appreciation is different. With each title, I can’t help but think of the kids in and around Kansas City who see Mahomes, Kelce, Jones and Andy Reid as largerthan-life heroes; who see the confetti and the sparkle of the Lombardi Trophy, and it resonates a little deeper in their young minds. Many have never heard of Lin Elliott. They’ve never tried to reconcile how a team could never punt and still lose a playoff game, or how a 38-10 lead can disappear. To them, these are just war stories of a bygone time, and I’m thankful for that. Let them have their fun. Speaking of fun, there’s an undeniable 40-year link between the success of local high school teams and success of Kansas City pro teams. Get this... • In 1985, the Royals win the World Series. Earlier that year, Lathrop boys basketball wins a state title. • In 2015, the Royals win the World Series, and Lathrop softball wins a state championship. • In 2020, the Chiefs win the Super Bowl and East Buchanan girls basketball wins a state title. • In 2021, East Buchanan football wins a state title, and the Chiefs made it to the Super Bowl. • In 2022, East Buchanan football wins a state title, and the Chiefs make it to the AFC title game. • In 2023, the Chiefs win the Super Bowl, and Plattsburg basketball goes 31-1 while making it to the Missouri Class 2 State Championships. With another Super Bowl title in 2024, who gets the fairy magic dust this year? Don’t look now, but the Lathrop girls basketball team is 22-0 and state-ranked, while the Plattsburg boys are 20-4 and state-ranked, too. The postseason is drawing near, so you might want to grab a schedule and check out some history in the making!

OPINIONS WHAT’S THE SHAPE OF THE WORLD

Recalling the Trip of a Lifetime

by steve tinnen

leader publisher emeritus

You know you’re growing older when... You have two midlife crises—where am I going to park, and where did I park? **** Note: Due to the unfortunate passing of John George of Plattsburg on Monday, February 12, 2024, I’m reprinting the Super Bowl trip that he and son-in-law, J.D. House, made to the Chiefs game last year. I’ll be paying additional tribute to John in next week’s column. “The cliché that it’s a small world was once again verified by Plattsburg’s John George and his son-in-law, J.D. House, during their trip-of-a-lifetime to Super Bowl LVII. Sure, the game pitting our beloved Kansas City Chiefs against the Philadelphia Eagles was the headline of the trip. However, the chance meeting of a PHS classmate’s son reached a higher level of “small world.” John George recalled how he crossed paths with a former PHS graduate, along with another dignitary at a pregame tailgate. “At the tailgate party we ran into John

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Dollinger, Trimble, another PHS graduate,” John said. “As we were walking around, our paths crossed with Kansas Governor Laura Kelley. She sat and visited with us for quite a while. Kelley’s bodyguard was from Southern Kansas, and we talked, and we knew a lot of the same people. “As we were walking around the stadium, I recognized someone else. I ap-

proached him and asked him if his name was Mike? He said, ‘Yes.’ And your last name is Rucker? His reply was, ‘Yes.’ “I let him know that I had graduated with his mom, Lavelle Green, from PHS in 1977.” Of course, this led to plenty of discussion and a Facetime call where John and Lavelle were linked via his phone. Many will remember Mike growing up in St. Joseph, Benton High School, where after graduation he went on to play football at the University of Nebraska. He was drafted and played for the Carolina Panthers and played defensive end in Super Bowl 50. “She (Lavelle) was so excited,” John said. “We were able to get a few photos together with them and they were so excited that we were able to connect before making our way to our seats.” John and J.D.’s seats were in the upper deck, second row, outside seats. Sitting across the aisle was Dave Robinson, 81-year-old Hall of Famer who played linebacker for the Green Bay Packers. He told John that he played for Green Bay for 12 years and played against Chiefs quar||Continued on A6

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

“Dumb and Dumbers” Sequel Now Playing The original movie was humorous with many laughs. This sequel portrays something opposite. You should decide if it’s real. The cast includes a bunch of undesirables who don’t know their lines. These bad actors hang around D.C. and the capital. In general, it’s the lefties, mostly Democrats and some righties, the Republicans, including pundits and newscasters. The “dumb” isn’t their voice incapabilities, it’s their I.Q. deficiencies. The congressional hearings will show a lot of the stupid stuff. The administration climate sharpies answered that CO2 in the atmosphere ranges from five to seven percent. No, it’s .04 percent. Through photosynthesis, plants and crops thrive on CO2. When Kentanji Brown Jackson, newly-appointed ninth judge to the Supreme Court, was asked the difference between man and wom-

an. She stumbled. Well, a seven-year-old girl on the Steve Harvey Show said it’s simple. Just look at the pelvic structure of men and women. It’s very different. She held up a picture. Too many times, the FBI (FB-Lie) and the Justice Department harass good citizens. When questioned, Christopher Wray and Merrick Garland are red-faced and squirming in their seats. The Biden Administration’s border policy has exploded. Governor Abbott and many other governors, backed by the National Guard, a convoy, and the American people magnify this migration problem. In this case, state’s rights supersede federal jurisdiction. The sanctuary cities didn’t understand this mass scattering of many illegals and its burden on society. Many governors and mayors are now squealing. How about addressing slippery Joe Biden, Jr., and his confidants on their bad

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decisions? He slips with his tongue, slips on stage, and really slips on U.S. and world events. Oh, it’s so good to have a leader. The charade of stupid decisions is unending; the Afghanistan debacle, executive orders curtailing oil drilling, pipelines necessary energy resources. Now these wizards are stopping contracts to ship LNG (liquified natural gas) to other countries. The US is the largest producer and provides a necessary energy resource. All the while, China constructs coal plants. Previously, we had streamlined regulations to build infrastructure, now he does the opposite; Biden and the left want uncensored elections just as happened in 2020. Taiwan in one day with all paper ballots, a few weeks ago, had their election with results by evening. Worldwide, our image as a leader and protector has suffered. In a few short years, our

military hierarchy has degraded our ranking. Recruiting is down 23 percent. Our adversaries have been emboldened. The red green axis, along with the BRIC alliance, is maneuvering against us. The digital currency they are establishing will be controlled by a computer. Our lives and liberty will become more restricted. Obama gave a shipload of cash to Iran and Biden shovels to them $6 billion. So they build up their surrogates, Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis to do all terrorists’ Mid-East aggressions. The federal government with Biden’s oversight has disgraced our framers’ Constitution. Should we now reveal all the Biden family corruption? We live in an upside down world. This new sequel is very disturbing. It’s time to get the ship right side up. LeRoy Schwery Lathrop, Mo.

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Catherin (Gann) Mink

Catherin Laverna (Gann) Mink, 82, of Stewartsville, Mo., passed away, February 8, 2024. She was born on February 6, 1942, to William Theodore and Edna Pearl (Wheeler) Gann in Easton, Missouri. She was a 1960 graduate of Easton High School. On June 9, 1963, she was united in marriage to Lawrence Neil Mink. After their marriage, they lived in Easton and later purchased a farm near Hemple, where they raised their family and farmed 80 acres. With a growing family, she learned to make a little go a long way. She perfected her skills of baking bread and rolls, making jams, baking gooseberry pies and canning green beans. She milked cows, which was a chore she often spoke about from her childhood. She raised pigs, goats, sheep, chickens and horses. When she was not working on her farm, she helped with various jobs such as hanging wallpaper, babysitting, and was a compassionate caregiver to neighbors and friends in need. Her favorite pastimes included going to her children and grandchildren’s school events and attending almost every auction in Northwest Missouri. She enjoyed farm life to the fullest. Catherin was a dedicated wife and mother. She was preceded in death

by her husband and best friend of 58 years, Lawrence Mink; her parents, Edna and Theodore Gann; brothers, Lewis, John, Ival, Dennis and Billy Gann; sister, Betty Jo; and her beloved little sister, Nancy Viola Gann. Catherin is survived by her children, Eric Mink, Rachel (Mark) Rush, Amy Saxton (Scott Herring), Monica Mink, Jason (Becky) Mink, and Amanda (Dennis) Jung; grandchildren, Montana (Hannah) Rush, Jackson Rush, Michael (Hannah) Saxton, Sarah (Grant) Herbel, Hannah Saxton, Andy, Adam, Gracie, Gus, Clara, Cecilia, and Hugh Mink, Niki (Dalton) Fogle, and Wyatt and Wade Jung; great grandchildren, Bellamy and Creek Rush, Liam Herbel, Abigail Saxton and Jayden and Maverick Fogle; brothers, Bobby (Linda) and Norman (Kathy) Gann; sisters, Bonnie Jean Miller, Ilene Redmond, Lucille Spainhower, Carol Rose Swartz, sisters-in-law Linda Gann, Edie Gann, Karon Gann, Eva Gann and Marilyn Gann; many nieces, nephews, cousins, caring neighbors and friends. Funeral services were held Monday, February 12, at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. Burial: Blakely Cemetery, Easton, Mo. Donations may be made to Dekalb County Nutrition Center or Blakely Cemetery.

OBITUARIES

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John Barton George II

John Barton George II, 64, Plattsburg, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 12, 2024, at North Kansas City Hospital surrounded by his family. John was born August 28, 1959, in Hannibal, Missouri, to John Barton George, Sr., and Dorothy Hannan George. He was a 1977 graduate of Plattsburg High School. John married his high school sweetheart, Patti R. Enderle, on July 9, 1982. She survives of the home. He was an owner-operator of D-Tone Feed & Tires, alongside his wife, where he has worked since 1983. John wore many hats in his life, from raising and showing cattle at the age of eight, to building homes, to being on the Plattsburg Fire Board and the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association. He was a founding board member of PHARM Dog USA, which he held very dear to his heart and believed in their mission to help disabled farmers.

John was a Christian man who enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. His passion in life was his farm, cattle, and helping others. He loved to give back to the community. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Lee Bentsen. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Patricia; his son, John Barton George III (Whitney) of Kansas City, Missouri; daughters, Ruthann Schmalz (John), and Allison House (JD), both of Plattsburg;

eight grandchildren, John, Knox, Garrett, Ryker, Bowen, Jasper, Dorothy Jane and Quincy; three sisters, Elizabeth Belcher (Jay), Karen Breitkreutz (Ken), and Laurie McMillian (Jerry); sister- and brother-in-law, Mark and Sue White; sister-in-law, Jean Bentsen; brotherin-law, Kelly Enderle Bonine; and several nieces and nephews. Healing farewell services are at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 17, 2024, First Baptist Church, Plattsburg, Missouri. Interment: Greenlawn Cemetery, Plattsburg, Missouri. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, February 16, 2024, at the church. For those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests memorial donations to be made to Pharm Dog USA or the Plattsburg Senior Center in honor of John George II. Online guest book and obituary at www. baileycox.com.

Lawrence “Larry” Steinhauser

On January 27, 2024, Lawrence (Larry) Leonard Steinhauser of Clinton, Mo., was called home to God at 83 years of age. He is survived by his wife Bobbie, of Clinton, Mo.; siblings, Mary Ann Downey of Plattsburg, Mo., Robert of Little Rock, Arkansas, John of Blue Springs, Mo., James of Stanberry, Mo., and Donald of Stanberry, Mo.; children, Terri and hus-

band Rob, of Stillwell, Kansas; Dan and wife Angie of Lee’s Summit, Mo.; Logan of Lee’s Summit, Mo.; and Leland of Colorado Springs, Colorado; and great grandchildren, Bylie and Amaya of Gardner, Kansas. He was preceded in death by parents Leonard and Beatrice Handley Steinhauser of Stanberry, Mo., and brother, William Steinhauser of

Stanberry, Mo. Larry was born on December 8, 1940, in Stanberry, Mo. He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1958. He attended three years at Northwest Missouri State. He and his wife celebrated their 62nd anniversary on December 26, 2023. A visitation and services were held Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Holy Rosary Church in Clinton.

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2024 Lathrop Courtwarming Candidates Tinnen, From Page A4

Lathrop Courtwarming candidates Isabelle Chance and Ryder Dalinghaus on Thursday, February 8. brett adkison | the leader

Lathrop Courtwarming candidates Kaitlyn Morgan and Gave Watkins share a laugh during coronation. brett adkison | the leader

Lathrop Courtwarming candidates Autum Nichols and Eli McKinley on Thursday, February 8. brett adkison | the leader

Lathrop Courtwarming candidates Keylie Beane and Garrett Smith on Thursday, February 8. brett adkison | the leader

Lathrop Elementary Award Winners

Lathrop Elementary Big 3 Winners for December and January. Back Row (left to right): Kaden Kellum, Emma Swearingin, Henry Clark, Hudson Tice, Lauren Clay, Audrey Martin. Middle Row: Olive Highfill, Leah Camerillo, Frank Eker, Jace Sweem, Harper Sweet, Preston Taylor. Front Row: Braxton Hill, Jensen Jenkins, William Satterlee, Lila Wrisinger, Arwen Hopkins, Nova Newell. submitted photos

Lathrop Elementary School Students of Quarter. Back Row (left to right): Kaytlin Saling, Tania Atkins, Francis Martin, Eli Hatheway, Tristan Reed. Front Row: Khloe Ramos, Jovi Spidle, Braxtyn Hill, Jensen Jenkins, Lane Cox. submitted photos

(Left, left to right) Lathrop Elementary PE Team Players BrynLee Russell, Joe Dick, Katie Brown. (Right) Hula Hoop Competition Winner Izabeht Johnson.. submitted photos

terback Len Dawson and grew up close to him. He had plenty of good things to say about Dawson. One of his sayings was, “I don’t try to hurt anyone out there, but the harder you hit them in the first quarter, the more you slow‘em down in the fourth!” John said that during the game, the Eagle fans were very up, then very down! Just like the emotions of the Chiefs fans. In the end the Chiefs were up, and that is what counts. John recalled how someone had told him if he ever had a chance to go to the Super Bowl, he had to take it! John and J.D. had the chance, and they took it. “Believe me, it was worth it,” he said. When asked by the national press when entering the stadium what it would feel like if Chiefs would win Super Bowl 57, John replied, “Just like Christmas.” Christmas came early this year for John and J.D. **** Trivia question: How many touchdowns did Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes throw as a senior in high school? A. 25 B. 75 C. 0 D. 50 (the answer is close by). **** A smile...A New York City hipster moved to the country and bought a piece of land. He went to the local feed and livestock store and talked to the proprietor about how he was going to take up chicken farming. He then asked to buy 100 chicks. “That’s a lot of chicks,” commented the proprietor. “I mean business,” the city slicker replied. A week later, the hipster was back again. “I need another 100 chicks,” he said. “Boy, you are serious about this chicken farming,” the man told him. “Yeah,” the hipster replied. “If I can iron out a few problems.” “Problems?” asked the proprietor. “Yeah,” replied the hipster, “I think I planted that last batch too close together.” (Trivia answer–D. 50. As a senior at Whitehouse High School, Whitehouse, Texas, Patrick had 4,619 passing yards, 50 passing touchdowns, 948 rushing yards, and 15 rushing touchdowns. He was named the MaxPreps Male Athlete of the year for 2013 – 2014). **** Food for thought: “If you have a piece of chocolate cake, and you see another dangling in front of you, you’re going to want it. That’s how you feel about the Super Bowl. It is the ultimate chocolate cake.” -Andy Reid

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East Buch’s Nick Klein to play for William Jewell by brett adkison leader editor

William Jewell football decided they needed a bulldog on defense, so they signed one of the best in the state. East Buchanan senior Nick Klein signed his letter of intent Wednesday, February 7, to play football for William Jewell next fall. The linebacker (who was also a pivotal piece on the offensive line) helped lead the Bulldogs to a golden era. In the last three seasons, East Buchanan compiled a 39-3 record, winning backto-back state championships in Class 1, along with three district titles and a pair of KCI Conference championships. That record includes a

Five girls qualify for state by brett adkison leader editor

Five local female wrestlers have successfully punched their tickets for the state championship tournament in Columbia. Four Lathrop Lady Mules and one Plattsburg Lady Tiger finished in the top four of their respective divisions in the Missouri Class 1, District 4 Tournament on Saturday, February 10, at Kearney High School. Those five will compete at the 2024 Missouri State Wrestling Championships on February 21 and February 22 at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo. Lathrop finished sixth in the deep field of teams Saturday. Plattsburg was 18th on the day, while Odessa won the district title. A pair of Lady Mules earned district championships in Kearney. Aubrey Schrunk went 4-0 at 100 lbs. to win the title, while Jordan Diercks was 4-0 at 120 lbs. to win that championship. Gracie Rindom was third at 140 lbs. with a 4-1 record, while Ali Gonzalez was fourth Lathrop grappler to qualify for state, doing so with a fourth-place finish at 115 lbs. Plattsburg will be sending Kinlee Fish on to the state championships. She went 2-1 at 190 lbs. on Saturday to place second in the division and punch her ticket. Local boys wrestlers are up next, as Lathrop will host the Missouri Class 1, District 4 Tournament this weekend. The Plattsburg boys team will compete in Class 2, District 4, at Excelsior Springs High School.

24-game winning streak. Even when East Buchanan moved up to Class 2 in 2023, the team excelled, winning their first 11 games and a district championship. The defense was particularly great, holding opponents to 14 points or less in nine games. With a knack for getting to the ball-carrier, Klein racked up 378 career tackles, including 140 tackles in a single season. He also had 20 tackles in a single game, tying the program record. He earned All-State honors three times. “I’m just so excited about Nick,” said East Buchanan head coach Dan Ritter. “He has an opportu||Continued on A8

Congratulations to East Buchanan senior football player Nick Klein (front row, center) who signed his letter of intent to play for William Jewell. submitted photo

Tigers, Lady Mules win KCI by brett adkison leader editor

For one team, it was the continuation of their domination over the KCI Conference. For the other, it was finally attaining the championship that had eluded them in previous years. Both the Plattsburg Tigers and Lathrop Lady Mules assured their respective places at the top of the KCI on Tuesday, February 13. The Plattsburg Tigers (21-4, 7-0 KCI) closed out their KCI Conference championship with a 5527 win over West Platte on Tuesday evening, while the Lathrop girls (23-0, 7-0 KCI) won their outright conference title with a 7734 victory over Hamilton. Stats for either game were unavailable as of press time. Check back in next week’s edition of The Leader for more. The Lady Mules, ranked fourth in Missouri Class 3, had to pull off a major comeback Friday if they wanted to keep the KCI title all to themselves. Facing a 34-23 halftime deficit against North Platte (who was also undefeated in the KCI going into Friday), Lathrop stormed back with 26 points in the fourth quarter to win 61-51 at LHS. Freshman Jacie Kassanavoid led the team with 17 points with seven rebounds and four steals. Seniors Keylie Beane and Kaitlyn Morgan each added 16 points. Beane had five assists and five steals, while Morgan had nine rebounds. Senior Autum Nichols added seven points. The previous night, the Lady Mules survived a 29-point outpouring from

Lathrop senior Autum Nichols blocks out a South Harrison player last week. brett adkison | the leader

Lathrop junior Alayna Williams looks for the in-bounds pass against South Harrison. brett adkison | the leader

Plattsburg seniors Jon Fish (left) and River Jones (right) against Mid-Buchanan on Friday. brett adkison | the leader

South Harrison in the fourth quarter to escape with a 5459 home victory. Morgan scored 19 points with nine rebounds, while Kassanavoid scored 18 points. Beane added 11 points and Nichols scored eight points. The Lady Mules blew past West Platte earlier in

the week for a 55-22 win. Morgan and Kassanavoid each scored 15 points, while Beane scored 13 points with eight steals. Meanwhile, the Plattsburg Tigers won a share of the KCI last Friday when they downed a tough Mid-Buchanan team 65-60

at PHS. Senior Isaia Howard led the team with 31 points, while Rylan Langton scored 13 points and Jaiveon Grayson scored 10 points. Jon Fish added a crucial three-pointer late in the game to seal a win on senior night. Earlier in the week, the

Tigers downed Hamilton 67-30. Howard scored 30 points with 10 rebounds and 11 steals for a triple-double. Langton scored 10 points and Fish scored nine points. Donte Bingham added seven points. The young Lady Ti||Continued on A8

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Local basketball, Continued from Page A7 gers assured themselves a winning season last week, as they earned wins over Hamilton (52-26) and Savannah (36-33), and dropped one game to Mid-Buchanan (5629). Letecia Howard proved to be clutch against Savannah, drilling a three-pointer at the buzzer to defeat the bigger school. The Lathrop boys team continued to struggle in the win-loss column but played some competitive games. In a 53-51 loss to West Platte last Tuesday, February 6, Brayden Pritchett led the Mules with 16 points and six rebounds, while senior Kyle Morgan scored 12 points with 10 steals. Gabe Watkins scored seven points and Eli McKinley scored six points. Pritchett scored 22 points with 13 rebounds in a 67-60 loss against South Harrison last Thursday. Morgan scored 18 points and McKinley scored seven points with nine rebounds. Pritchett also scored 23 points in a 77-61 loss against

North Platte on Friday night at LHS. Morgan scored 19 points in the game. The East Buchanan boys basketball team bounced back from a 61-58 loss against rival Mid-Buchanan last week to defeat both Savannah, 56-39, and West Platte, 48-46, later in the week. Against Mid-Buchanan, Clark Scott led the Bulldogs with 21 points and 11 rebounds, while Isaiah Watkins scored 15 points and Gage Busby put up seven points with nine rebounds. In the win against Savannah, it was Watkins who led the team with 25 points, while Scott had 15 points and 13 rebounds. Against West Platte, Busby scored 12 points. Watkins scored 10 points and Scott added eight points with nine rebounds. The East Buchanan girls defeated KIPP Legacy in Kansas City last week, 56-26, but fell to West Platte on Friday, 43-25. Stats were unavailable as of press time.

nity to play some big-time college football. He really does love the game. I’m excited to see what he does, and I’ll actually get to see it, because he’s playing pretty close to home.” Ritter lauded Klein for his tenacity and being a great team player. He added

that, in addition to Klein’s contributions on defense, the senior helped set records on offense as a mover on the line. “Nick is a true joy to be around,” Ritter said, “and I’m still holding out hope maybe one day we may be able to coach together.”

(Left) Lathrop senior Gabe Watkins pulls up from three-point range against South Harrison last week at Lathrop High School. (Right) Lathrop junior Max Gagnon on defense. brett adkison | the leader

Klein Signs, From Page A7

(Left) Plattsburg sophomore Letecia Howard brings the ball up the court against Mid-Buchanan last Friday at Plattsburg High School. (Right) Junior Avery Mumm finds her way around a defender Friday. brett adkison | the leader

MoDOT Roadwork in Northwest Missouri this week St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of Feb. 12-18. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Andrew County Interstate 229 – Ditching work southbound at the 12.2 mile marker (north of Route K), Feb. 13-16. Atchison County U.S. Route 136 – Pothole patching from the Nodaway County line to Route M, Feb. 13. U.S. Route 136 – Pothole patching from Route M to the Brownville Bridge, Feb. 13-14. I-29 – Pothole patching from mile marker 116 to mile marker 110, Feb. 15-16. Route 46 – Pothole patching from the Nodaway County line to Route EE, Feb. 16.

Buchanan County I-29 – Permit/utility work southbound from mile marker 48.4 to 47.6, Feb. 12. Route A – Bridge maintenance at the bridge over I-229, Feb. 13-16. The bridge will be narrowed to one lane around-the-clock with temporary traffic signals and a 12-foot width restriction. I-229 Ramp – Off Ramp CLOSED from I-229 southbound to Route A aroundthe-clock for bridge maintenance, Feb. 13-16. Clinton County Route H – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project from NE Estep Road to U.S. Route 69 through November

2024. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.) https://www. modot.org/route-h-bridgereplacement-clinton. Route BB – Bridge CLOSED over I-35 aroundthe-clock for bridge repairs, Feb. 14-16. I-35 – Off Ramp CLOSED from southbound I-35 to Route BB around-the-clock for bridge repairs, Feb. 1416. Gentry County Route YY – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Bear Creek Bridge through April 2024. (Contractor: Gene Haile Excavating, Inc.) https:// w w w. m o d o t . o r g / a t c h i son-and-gentry-coun-

ties-bridge-replacements. Livingston County Route D – CLOSED until further notice at the Rattlesnake Creek Bridge due to deterioration. This bridge is included for replacement in the Northwest Bridge Bundle. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin in April 2024. https://www.modot.org/northwest-missouri-design-build-bridge-bundle. Mercer County Route M – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Buck Avenue to Bronco Place, Feb. 13, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Route E – CLOSED for a

culvert replacement from Azalea Drive to Keystone Avenue, Feb. 14, 7-11 a.m. Route E – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Gazette Road to Gazell Avenue, Feb. 14, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Route A – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from Jamboree Place to Kasota Road, Feb. 15, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nodaway County U.S. Route 71 – Pothole patching from Route AB to the Iowa state line, Feb. 14. Route 46 – Pothole patching from Route 116 to the Atchison County line, Feb. 15.

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IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Case Number: 24CN-PR00010 In the Estate of JOHN ERIC COX, Deceased. Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Independent Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of JOHN ERIC COX, Decedent: On February 8, 2024, the following individuals was appointed the personal representative of the estate of JOHN ERIC COX, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of CLINTON COUNTY, Missouri. The personal representative's business address and phone number is: MICHAEL COX 32675 W146 ST EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO 64024 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 personal representative's attorney's name, business address and phone number is: JOSEPH GAGNON, 119 N MAIN ST, PLATTSBURG, MO 64477 816-336-2660 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 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: 30-DEC-2023 Date of first publication: 2/15/24 /s/ Deana Morton 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. (2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7/24)

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9th Street, Trenton, MO. Nathan Rorebeck, 660-6350469, www.bignastys.com --------------------------Offutt, Offutt & Associates Auction Service. Land, farm, and Home. Free Appraisals. Cameron, MO. 816-724-3214 ---------------------------

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NOTICE OF ELECTION OF SUPERVISORS CLINTON COUNTY SWCD BOARD ELECTIONS Let it be known that the Clinton County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold an election for one supervisor in each of two different territories in the county. Territory 1 includes (Lafayette and Atchison Townships) and Territory 3 (Shoal and Lathrop Townships). The election will take place from February 1, 2024 to February 20, 2024. Ballots are available to print online at Clinton County | Missouri Soil and Water (mosoilandwater.land) Printed ballots may be returned to the district by mail and must be postmarked no later than February 20th. You may also vote in person from 8 AM-4:30 PM at the USDA Service Center in Plattsburg, MO. Each eligible land representative in the district is allowed one vote. A land representative is defined as the owner or representative authorized by power of attorney of any farm lying within an area proposed to be established, and subsequently established, as a soil and water conservation district under Chapter 278, RSMo. Each farm is entitled to representation by a land representative: provided, however that the land representative is a taxpayer of the county within which the soil and water district is located. The following qualified candidates will be considered for election: Territory [1] – Larry Runyan: Lafayette Township Territory [3] – Scott Shrewsbury: Lathrop Township Supervisors manage the administration of district policies and programs, as well as district personnel and funds. The district is supported by the one-tenth-of-one-percent parks, soils and water sales tax. For additional information on the district election, contact the district office at 816-539-2136, taylor.shrewsbury@swcd.mo.gov, 1800 W Highway 116 Plattsburg, MO 64477 (1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15/24) TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Donald Bucy and Jennifer Bucy, Husband and Wife, and Patricia G. Sevier, a married person Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Donald Bucy and Jennifer Bucy, Husband and Wife, and Patricia G. Sevier, a married person dated August 19, 2017 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Clinton County, Missouri as Document Number 201702649 and modified by Loan Modification Agreement Recorded August 22, 2022 as Document Number 202202701 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Monday, February 26, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 12:50 PM), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of Plattsburg, County of Clinton, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Clinton County, State of Missouri, to wit: ALL OF LOT THIRTEEN (13) OF THE POINTE, A SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF PLATTSBURG, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. to satisfy said debt and costs. MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 214157.022624.437865 FC NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. PUBLISH ON: February 1, 2024 02/08/2024, 02/15/2024, 02/22/2024 (2/1, 2/8, 2/15/24)

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LEGALS

THE CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

PUBLIC HEARING Port Side Tie Investments, LLC of Smithville, MO has applied to the Clinton County Planning and Zoning Commission for a Major Subdivision of 253.75 acres. Lot 1 = 11.00 acres, Lot 2 = 11.00 acres, Lot 3 = 6.65 acres, Lot 4 =5.49 acres and remainder of 219.61 acres. Rezone of Lots 1-4 to R-1. Property is located on the South side of NE 272nd St, West side of NE Mule Barn Rd, North of Hwy 116, Lathrop, MO. Section 18; Township 55N; Range 30W. The Public Hearing will be held Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 7:20 pm in the Community Room in the basement of the Clinton County Courthouse. All interested parties should attend. Clinton County Planning and Zoning Tricia “P.J.” Knight - Administrator (2/15, 2/22/24)

The East Buchanan C-1 School District is soliciting bids for new desktop computers. Bid Specifications can be viewed at the following URL: https://www.ebs.k12.mo. us/school-board, and then Select 'RFP's'. All non-conforming bids shall be rejected. Proposals meeting the requirements in the Bid Specifications must be submitted via email no later than 11:00 am (CDT) on 2/29/2024, To: ERIC@EBS.K12.MO.US Subject: 2024 Computers RFP Questions about this RFP should be directed to ERIC@EBS.K12.MO.US or by contacting the Central Office at (816) 4246466. East Buchanan C-1 School District 100 Smith Street Gower, MO 64454. The East Buchanan C-1 School Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids. (2/15, 2/22/24)

NO HUNTING DIRECTORY

All hunting, fishing, swimming, and trespassing on land owned or controlled by the undersigned is hereby forbidden, except with the permission of the owner. (Names added to this list for $25 per year. ADVANCE payment only.)

PLATTSBURG

Sylvia Conner Sandra Wiedmaier All lands leased by Brandon Stevens Sloan Farms Hales Farms Redburns’ Lucky Star Ranch King Farm

TURNEY GOWER

Emmett O. Auxier Farm

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LATHROP

David Adam 3-24 Kenneth Turner 5-24 Additional Areas Available: TRIMBLE

CALL (816) 539-2111 To be added to the No Hunting Directory

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 --------------------------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, 3593888. --------------------------*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. --------------------------PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 660359-3699-shop, 660-359-2202home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 75’ bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured. Free Estimates! --------------------------JAMESPORT BUILDERS, 660684-6931, 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport. POLE BARNS – GARAGES, Spray foam insulation. --------------------------RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital on Iowa Blvd in Trenton. 5 Unit sizes available. Call Mike

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or Jane Cooksey 660-359-7683. --------------------------Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800425-0976 or 4856611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience. --------------------------COX ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICE LLC, Personal, Farm and Business taxes, 18 years experience, reasonable rates. We include Protection Plus $1 Million Tax Audit Defense and Identity Theft Restora-

tion Services with all our 1040 returns. If you receive a tax notice or suspect an identity theft incident, simply give us a call and we'll handle the rest. 660-425-5598 Julie Cox, Jameson, MO --------------------------Country Discount Store 19939 State Highway D Hamilton, MO. Dog food. Fresh Brown Eggs. Much, much more! Come check out our Specials!! CASH OR CHECK ONLY. --------------------------Mid-States Services is now offering: Fiber Optic installs in rural Trenton! MidStates will STILL WAIVE the $150 in-

PUBLIC HEARING

Select Investments & Holdings, LLC of Kansas City, MO has applied to the Clinton County Planning and Zoning Commission for a Minor Subdivide of a 20.07 acre parcel into 6 acre, 6 acre and 8.07 acre lots. Rezone of 6 acre, 6 acre, and 8.07 acre lots to Ag-B. Property is located on the West side of SE Tri County Line Rd, South side of SE 226th St North of NE 214th St, Lawson, MO. Section 13; Township 54N; Range 30W. The Public Hearing will be held Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 7:30 pm in the Community Room in the basement of the Clinton County Courthouse. All interested parties should attend. Clinton County Planning and Zoning Tricia “P.J.” Knight - Administrator (2/15, 2/22/24)

Eric B. and Tammy L. Raspberry of Turney, MO have applied to the Clinton County Planning and Zoning Commission for a Minor Subdivide of a 20.12 acre parcel into 14.41 acre and 5.71 acre tracts. Rezone of both tracts to Ag-B. Property is located on the West side of NE Silvus Rd, North side of NE 307th St, South of NE 312th St, Turney, MO. Section 22/27; Township 56N; Range 31W. The Public Hearing will be held Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 7:10 pm in the Community Room in the basement of the Clinton County Courthouse. All interested parties should attend. Clinton County Planning and Zoning Tricia “P.J.” Knight - Administrator (2/15, 2/22/24)

stallation free for those who sign up NOW! Sign up TODAY by calling 660-359-2045 or at h t t p : / / w w w. m i d states.net. 4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683. --------------------------Carquest Auto Parts T & L Auto Supply, Inc., 1823 East 9th, Trenton, 359-2268, tlautosupply.com. Monday-Friday, 7-5, Saturday, 7:30-12. ---------------------------

FOR SALE Complete line of Milwaukee Power tools. Everyday low prices. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, Trenton, 660-359-3660. ---------------------------

For Sale - Kimball (Spinet) piano, good condition, reasonably priced. Pick up only. Call 660-3595196 or 660-6549033. --------------------------Border Collie Cross Pups for sale. 2 months old. Mother is good guard/stock. Pick up at 8514 NW State Route CC Hamilton. $25.00 a piece. --------------------------Purebread Beagle puppies, $100 each. Call 816-465-1616. --------------------------Call 816-539-2111 to place your Classified Ad TODAY!!!

PUBLIC HEARING Granberg-Nill Personal Trust of Kansas City, MO has applied to the Clinton County Planning and Zoning Commission for a Minor Subdivide of a 20 acre parcel into 11.40 acre and 8.60 acre lots. Rezone of both lots to Ag-B. Property is located on the West side of State Hwy O, East side of 169 Hwy, North of SW Shewey Rd, Trimble, MO. Section 12; Township 54N; Range 33W. The Public Hearing will be held Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 7:00 pm in the Community Room in the basement of the Clinton County Courthouse. All interested parties should attend. Clinton County Planning and Zoning Tricia “P.J.” Knight - Administrator (2/15, 2/22/24)

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THE CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

Lathrop FBLA sends competitors to state competition Congratulations to Lathrop FBLA for a tremendous showing at district competition, which earned several of the students qualifications for the state competition. Those advancing to state include Brayden Pritchett (fourth place, accounting), Connal Anderson (second place, agribusiness), Jesse Moore (second place, public policy and advocacy), Jesse Moore and Brennan Stark (second place, business ethics), Addie Banks (first place, client services), Jacie Kassanavoid, Chloe Pritchett and Remi Wolfe (second place, broadcast journalism), Lucas Quinn and Brody Spear (visual design).

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MDC offers syrup making courses Kansas City, Mo. – The warmer days of February prompt moisture, or sap, to begin moving in trees. Learn how to turn sap into syrup with an online class Feb. 20 or an in-person class offered Feb. 24 by the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) in Blue Springs.

A virtual Sap to Syrup class will be offered from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 20. This online course will cover tree selection, equipment, and cooking processes needed to collect sap and boil it into delicious syrup. MDC’s Burr Oak Woods Nature Center in Blue

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Springs will offer a Maple Sugaring and Tree Tapping class from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24. Staff will demonstrate the equipment and techniques needed to turn tree sap into syrup. This class is open to all ages. Registration is required.

(Pictured Left) Lathrop FBLA competitors at districts. Front row (left to right): Arlie Hall, Hannah Michaud, Geneva Clark, Mason Mudd, Chloe Pritchett, Max Gagnon, and Addie Banks. Back row (left to right): Connal Anderson, Collin Moss, Jesse Moore, Brayden Pritchett, Jacie Kassanavoid, Michael McFarland, Remi Wolfe, Brennan Stark, Lucas Quinn, and Brody Spear.

County Spelling Bee Winners

Lathrop Middle School hosted the Clinton County Spelling Bee on Tuesday, February 7, to determine who would represent Clinton County at the Northwest Regional Spelling Bee in St. Joseph on March 2. Each county is represented by two finalists along with two alternates. Students from Lathrop, Plattsburg, and Cameron competed until the finalists and alternates were selected. Congratulations to the finalists (left to right): eighth grader Adrian Rockstead and seventh grader Evan Hilbert, both from Clinton County R-III. The alternates are seventh grader Scarlet Abbott and sixth grader Matthew Johnson, both from Lathrop R-II School District. Submitted by Michelle O’Connor | Clinton County Spelling Bee Coordinator.

Restoring America the Beautiful!

Thursday, Feb. 22nd at 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30) Plattsburg 4H Building 251 E. 116 Highway Come learn about the March 2nd Caucus process Article One of the U.S. Constitution will be presented and discussed Bring questions and concerns about local, state or federal issues

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