The Leader • 2-9-23

LEADER CLINTON COUNTY

SCHOOLS

East Buch considers future of middle school

In near future, EBMS could move to Gower or remain in Easton

For decades, the communities of Gower and Easton have been intertwined through their shared, consolidated school district, East Buchanan. To this day, students travel to the smaller Easton (located nine miles to the northwest)

to attend East Buchanan Middle School.

But that could change in the future.

The East Buchanan School District is currently working on its long-range plan, which is expected to include major changes to the middle school in one fashion or

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another. The district could either keep the school in Easton or move it to Gower, and either renovate existing facilities or build an entirely new building.

East Buchanan Superintendent Dr. John Newell said the question of what, exactly, to do about the middle school has been

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floating around for years, but the district has arrived at a juncture where delaying a decision is no longer feasible.

“The facility has some major needs and deficiencies,” he said. “Regardless of the solution that ultimately becomes the direction

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County puts marijuana tax on April ballot

Clinton County is the latest public entity to position itself to capitalize on marijuana sales.

Clinton County, like several cities in the area, will be running a three-cent sales tax on the sale of marijuana on the April 2023 ballot. The recreational purchase and use of marijuana in Missouri was decided last year, and this past weekend – the first full weekend of legalization – the state estimates $12.7 million in sales took place for both medical and recreational purposes.

The Clinton County Commissioners recently approved the county’s budget for 2023, which outlined $4.5 million in spending in the county’s general revenue budget.

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Hayden Wilson will serve as an alternate. submitted

CLINTON COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING

Board approves rezoning and division requests

by jim bonebrake leader editor

During its regular monthly meeting Thursday, February 2, at the Clinton County Courthouse, he Clinton County Planning and Zoning Commission listened to five requests for minor subdivisions in the county, as well as one request

for a change from a special use permit granted in 1995. The meeting lasted a little more than two hours.

The M-2 conditional rezoning was the last hearing on the agenda and was a request from Darrell and Marcella Fortner. They asked to have 20 acres rezoned from Ag-A

Special Use to the M-2 Conditional for their family business, D&D Pallet Service, LLC.

This land is located on the north side of NW 316th St., east of VV Highway., west of NW Grimes Rd., in rural Gower. The Fortners, as well as their attorney, Troy Dietrich, attended the hearing and

explained the reason for their request to the board.

D&D Pallet, LLC manufactures and repairs pallets, and the original special use permit was granted in 1995 so the business could begin operations. Mr. Fortner explained that his father and

Clinton County has its spelling bee champions for 2023! The best spellers in the area competed at the county bee last week at Plattsburg High School for the chance to advance to the regional spelling bee next month in St. Joseph. (Left to right) Brogan Noll of Plattsburg will serve as an alternate, Rylan Hall of Plattsburg is advancing to regionals, Plattsburg’s Adrian Rockstead is the

is advancing

and Lathrop’s

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County Budget, Continued from Page A1

This will be the first full year that the county’s law enforcement branches – the sheriff’s department, prosecuting attorney’s office and the coroner – will benefit from the law enforcement sales tax approved in 2021, easing some pressure on the county’s coffers.

“That law enforcement tax is probably the biggest thing that has happened for the county in a long time,” said First District Commissioner Jay Bettis. “It’s going to help us retain quality people in the sheriff’s department. Because of that relief, it’s going to help us keep quality people in the courthouse. That’s a big deal.”

Because of that, the commissioners were able to approve salary increases in the sheriff’s department and in the courthouse.

“With the law enforcement sales tax that the taxpayers passed, that has taken some of the burden off general revenue and allowed the county to do some other things,” said Presid-

ing Commissioner Patrick Clark. “We looked at everything and didn’t have to make any real big cuts anywhere. We look for this to be a positive year and we’re projecting to end 2023 in the black.”

County officials expect the law enforcement tax to generate $875,100 this year, in addition to $184,000 that was carried over in the fund from 2022. Of that, the sheriff’s department is set to receive $600,800, the prosecuting attorney (which is now a fulltime position as approved in that same 2021 election) will be receiving $267,200 from the sales tax, and the coroner’s office will receive $194,350.

Because of the new revenues, Sheriff Larry Fish said his department has been able to add patrol deputies, a narcotics detective, and replace some of its outdated equipment, while decreasing its reliance on the county’s general fund by approximately $200,000.

In the general revenue bud-

get, the county carried $233,728 into the new year and estimates $4.4 million in revenues this year. That includes $899,300 from local property taxes and $1.1 million in local sales taxes.

The county has budgeted $4.5 million in expenses from the general revenue fund, including $1.5 million to the sheriff’s department and $361,000 to the jail. The county will also move $127,000 to the emergency fund, which projects to sit at $1.14 million at the end of 2023. The county also has $3.6 million in ARPA funds outside of general revenue with which the commission is considering upgrades to the courthouse.

The county expects to have $151,123 remaining in general revenue at the end of the year.

The commissioners said the budgeting process went smoothly and credited the officeholders for being reasonable in their requests. Commissioner Clark said it was the smoothest budget he’s been a part of in his four years.

People throughout the United States turned their eyes skyward last week with the appearance of a Chinese balloon over American land, first in Montana, then over central states, until it made it out to sea near South Carolina, where United States forces shot it down. While China maintained that the balloon was for civilian meteorological purposes, the United States identified that balloon as a spying vehicle. An unidentified object matching the appearance of the balloon was visible from Clinton County during the morning of Thursday, February 2, matching the southeastern path of the Chinese balloon. The National Weather Service confirmed it wasn’t one of its balloons.

The Future of East Buchanan Middle School,

of the district, we must get busy doing it. If we do not set the timeline, nature and mechanical failure will set the timeline for us.”

Dr. Newell said the middle school isn’t in danger of falling apart any time soon, but the building needs some costly upgrades, including its HVAC system, roof, plumbing and electrical system. He said it would be unwise to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on the improvements if the district decides to move the middle school to Gower, and if it’s decided that EBMS will stay in Easton, the district needs to move forward with the repairs on the building.

The school district’s decision will have a major impact on the Easton community and its relationship to the school district. Dr.

Newell said it will hit close to home for many in the community, and that’s why the district is taking big measures to gather feedback and give residents an opportunity to participate.

“We must understand the concerns, hopes, and fears of members of our whole district,” he said. “We want every person to be able to have their voice heard and be part of the process. We want to make sure that we gain as much information as possible from all sources and to combine that information with opinions of our stakeholders to put forth a proposal that honors the past, looks to the future, and most importantly, serves our children well and gives them the best possible preparation for life after high school.”

In that effort, the district

has held in-person meetings that drew more than 80 residents and has issued an open-ended survey which has more than 600 responses so far. Among the options on the survey, residents could voice their preference whether to build a new middle school in Easton, build a new middle school in Gower, renovate and expand the existing middle school in Easton, or renovate and expand the elementary school in Gower to include space for the middle school.

Dr. Newell said there are benefits and drawbacks to each option. Building a new facility would give the building the longest life possible to serve the district while allowing the district to create a school that fits its precise needs. Renovating an existing building would

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create new space for the students while also improving the condition of existing buildings, such as the ADA concerns at either the elementary or middle school.

But Dr. Newell added that renovating an existing building also puts the district at risk of the structure itself becoming obsolete before the improvements do.

Dr. Newell added that there are also functional advantages of having all three buildings in close proximity in Gower, including a reduction in transportation costs, opportunities to share staff and space, ease of use for families that might have students in two or three buildings.

“Aside from functionality, there is also the need of the district to be cohesive and for students, parents,

and community members to feel proud of and connected to their district,” said Dr. Newell. “The consolidation of the Gower and Easton school districts in 1967 was not a unanimous decision of everyone in the two districts. The middle school in Easton has allowed for connection to the former district to be more visible in the form of a building.”

Regardless of the outcome, Dr. Newell continued, he feels it will be important to acknowledge the former Easton School District and the role it has had in the existing East Buchanan School District.

Dr. Newell said they are still early in the process, but the district is targeting a price range between $13 million and $15 million for the middle school project.

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Unlike many public entities that utilize general obligation bonds for such projects, East Buchanan has traditionally used lease-purchase options, which Dr. Newell said would continue with this project. He added that the district would likely ask the voters for a levy increase to service the debt, the exact amount of which would be determined once the district decides on a course of action.

Dr. Newell said he hopes the district has a basic timeline in place this spring but reiterated the importance of staying fully engaged in each step of the process in order to make the best decision possible.

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

Thursday February 23rd, 2023 at 6:00 pm

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United Cooperatives Inc.’s Annual Membership Meeting will be held at the Community Courtyard at 117 W. Maple Street in Plattsburg MO on Thursday February 23, 2023. A catered dinner will be served starting at 6 pm and the meeting will follow. Members may vote by absentee ballot. Ballots will be available at our Plattsburg or Osborn office locations and must be returned to either office by Tuesday February 21st at 12 noon. Nominations may be made at the meeting.

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Clinton County Sheriff’s Department Report

Friday, January 27

9:11 a.m.: Fire (controlled burn) on NE 280th Street in Lathrop.

9:11 a.m.: Fire (controlled burn) on NE Wilson in Lathrop.

9:14 a.m.: Burglary (not in progress) Highway 69 in Lawson.

10 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on SW 212th St. in Trimble.

11:15 a.m.: Civil standby on Depot in Plattsburg.

11:25 a.m.: Debris in the roadway on Interstate 35 in Clinton County.

11:52 a.m.: Death at Mid America Drive in Plattsburg.

12:24 p.m.: Civil standby on W. Walnut in Plattsburg.

12:48 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on SW Fightmaster in Trimble.

12:52 p.m.: Medical call on SW Fightmaster in Trimble.

1:12 p.m. Medical call on Fredrick in St. Joseph.

2:57 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driving on Interstate 35.

6:06 p.m.: Medical call on Old Cannonball Rd. in Holt.

9:00 p.m. Suspicious person in progress on N. Highway Y in Plattsburg.

9:04 p.m.: Animal call on 169 Highway north of Trimble.

Saturday, January 28

7:22 a.m.: Medical call on Belt Avenue in Edgerton.

7:24 a.m.: Paper service on Patricia in Plattsburg.

7:27 a.m.: Fire (natural cover) on Highway 169 in Gower.

8:30 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle in progress on SE Highway PP in Holt.

10:00 a.m.: Medical call on Sheridan in Turney.

10:45 a.m.: Medical (fall) on Depot Street in Plattsburg.

11:20 a.m.: Medical call on Highway 169 in Gower.

11:57 a.m.: Careless and imprudent driving on Interstate 35 in Cameron.

1:22 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driving on Interstate 35 in Clinton County.

6:14 p.m.: Harassment (not in progress) on W. Clay Ave. in Plattsburg.

7:40 p.m.: Suicidal subject on W. Maple in Plattsburg.

7:50 p.m.: Suspicious activity in progress on 169 Highway in Gower.

8:30 p.m.: Commercial alarm on Oak Street in Lathrop.

9:08 p.m.: Medical (overdose) on Center Street in Lathrop.

9:11 p.m.: Medical on N. Highway 33 in Plattsburg.

Sunday, January 29

4:10 a.m.: Careless and imprudent driving on Interstate 35 in Clinton County.

4:26 a.m.: Medical call on 116 Highway in Clinton County.

5:21 a.m.: Medical call on Parkview in Lathrop.

6:24 a.m.: Stealing (not in progress) SE Main Street in Holt.

6:58 a.m.: Medical call on Highway 116 in Plattsburg.

9:01 a.m.: Medical call on Center Street in Lathrop.

12:27 p.m. Medical call on NE 341st Street in Cameron.

2:10 p.m.: Vehicle fire on East Street in Lathrop.

2:33 p.m.: Medical call on W. Osage in Plattsburg.

3:35 p.m.: Medical call on Clark Avenue in Edgerton.

4:05 p.m.: Civil call on N. Main Street in Plattsburg.

4:39 p.m.: Suicidal subject on N. Faith Street in Plattsburg.

4:45 p.m.: Suicidal subject on SE Shoshone Drive in Holt.

7:31 p.m.: Medical call on SE Shoshone Drive in Holt.

9:27 p.m.: Domestic in progress on Depot Street in Plattsburg.

10:41 p.m.: Animal call on Highway C in Plattsburg.

Monday, January 30

5:56 a.m.: Fire alarm on Cameron Rd. in Holt.

7:02 a.m.: Medical call on W. Frost Street in Plattsburg.

10:44 a.m.: Trespassing (not in progress) on W. Maple Street in Plattsburg.

1:02 p.m.: Fire (natural cover) on SE 202nd Street in Holt.

1:23 p.m. Medical call on W. Frank Street in Edgerton.

2:20 p.m.: Animal call on SE Main Street in Holt.

4:24 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driving on 169 Highway in Trimble.

4:43 p.m.: Children division on standby on Walnut in Plattsburg.

5:37 p.m.: Repossession on Lariat Drive in Lathrop.

7:06 p.m.: Medical (fall) on Clay Street in Holt.

7:38 p.m.: Domestic on Kennedy Dr. in Gower.

7:40 p.m.: Fire (smoke investigation) on Kennedy Drive in Gower.

11:13 p.m.: Fire/carbon monoxide detector on Frederick in Gower.

Tuesday, January 31

6 a.m.: Medical call on N. Main Street in Plattsburg.

7:57 a.m.: Medical call on SE Highway Y in Clinton County.

8:49 a.m.: Medical call on Highway 116 in Plattsburg.

10:31 a.m.: Abandoned vehicle on NE O’Connell Rd. in Cameron.

11:45 a.m.: Medical call on E. Clay Avenue in Plattsburg.

12:13 p.m.: Vehicle crash on Interstate 35 in Clinton County.

2:25 p.m.: Check for trouble on NE 69 Highway in Clinton County.

2:28 p.m.: Careless and imprudent driving in Lake Arrowhead.

5:09 p.m.: Medical call on NE 186th Street in Clinton County.

6:10 p.m.: Fire (natural cover) on NW 268th Street in Gower.

6:28 p.m.: Medical call (fall) on S. Third Street in Gower.

6:32 p.m.: Property damage on East Street in Lathrop.

7:06 p.m.: Domestic in prog-

ress E. Osage in Plattsburg.

9:54 p.m.: Trespassing progress on E. Osage in Plattsburg.

10:52 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on SE Mohawk Drive in Lathrop.

10:54 p.m.: Medical call on SE Mohawk Drive in Lathrop.

Wednesday, February 1

3:42 a.m.: Medical call on E. Highway 116 in Clinton County.

7:59 a.m.: Vehicle crash in Plattsburg.

9:06 a.m.: Stealing (not in progress) on Lariat in Lathrop.

10:19 a.m.: Animal call on NW K Highway in Plattsburg.

10:33 a.m.: Civil call on Locust Street in Plattsburg.

11:29 a.m.: Fire (natural cover) on Old BB Hwy. in Holt.

12:50 p.m. Civil call on SE Shawnee in Holt.

1 p.m.: Fire (natural cover) NW Business Highway in Hamilton.

1:43 p.m.: Medical call on Malden Creed Rd. in Agency.

2:25 p.m.: Animal call on Perrin Street in Edgerton.

6:51 p.m.: Noise complaint on Center Street in Lathrop.

7:24 p.m.: Noise complaint on Oak and Center Street in Lathrop.

7:29 p.m.: Assist another agency on 69 Highway in Cameron.

8:54 p.m.: Medical call on 280th Street in Lathrop.

9:08 p.m.: Stealing not in progress on SE Haynesville in Holt.

11:01 p.m.: Medical call on Clay in Holt.

Thursday, February 2

3:15 a.m.: Medical call (overdose) on County Line Rd.

8:02 a.m.: Suicidal subject on NE Route A in Plattsburg.

9:00 a.m.: Medical call on Lancaster Rd. in Holt.

10:18 a.m.: Medical call on W. Broadway in Plattsburg.

10:27 a.m.: Vehicle crash on 116 Highway in Lathrop.

10:48 a.m.: Vehicle crash on Pine Street in Lathrop.

11:58 a.m.: Medical call on County Road C in Holt.

11:59 a.m.: Paper service on SE 222nd Street in Plattsburg.

1:54 p.m.: Fire (natural cover) on SE 251st Street in Lathrop.

2:21 p.m.: Animal call in Clinton County.

3:21 p.m.: Domestic in progress on Turney Street in Plattsburg.

4:13 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on SW 212th Street, Trimble.

4:27 p.m.: Medical call on NW 169 Highway in Gower.

4:35 p.m.: Fire (natural cover), NE 174th St., Kearney.

6:05 p.m.: Animal call on N. 33 Highway in Clinton County.

7:24 p.m.: Property damage on Highway 116 in Lathrop.

9:55 p.m.: Well-being check on Port Arthur in Trimble.

New Lathrop Rotary Member

The Lathrop Rotary Club welcomed its newest member recently, Cody Hatheway (left, with Lathrop City Administrator and Rotarian Bob Burns) of The Hatheway Home Team with Remax.

You know you’re growing older when... You realize that it’s been 56 years since the first NFL-AFL World Championship game, aka Super Bowl I. * * * *

NOTE: The following is a revised story from 2017 of the once in a lifetime journey to the NFL –AFL World Championship.

We were a small-but-enthusiastic group, but very fortunate attendees of Super Bowl I.

Yes, it seems like only yesterday that we were seated under the umbrella of the bright blue California sky at the Los Angeles Coliseum on Jan. 15, 1967, for the game between our beloved Kansas City Chiefs and the powerful Green Bay Packers. Without any hesitation or uncertainty, the expedition to Los Angeles for the game was the most unforgettable event for the Skip Tinnen family (Skip, Franc E., Dave, Greg and yours truly). It was the trip of a lifetime that continues to bring forth fantastic memories, even though it happened 52 years ago.

What made our journey even more memorable was the chance to enjoy this first ever NFL-AFL World Championship game with our good neighbors and family friends, the Frank Gassman family (Frank, ‘Mother’ Jean, Mike, Gregg and Peggy) and honorary family member, Francis (Cisco) Hales.

The exhilaration of taking a first class flight from Municipal Airport (now Charles Wheeler Airport) aboard a Continental Golden jet was made even more exciting with the two-hour delay in our takeoff due to fog in Los Angeles. The adults made the most of the postponement, spending time in the airport bar in preparation for the four-hour flight. The fog proved to be thick that night, and we had to land in Ontario, Cal., where we were transported back to Los Angeles via school buses. The bus trip almost became longer when the jovial, charismatic Frank Gassman convinced the bus driver to pull over to a neighborhood bar for a needed refill. A lady, wearing white knee-high Nancy Sinatra boots, didn’t share the same gusto and she quickly stopped any detour.

On ‘Super Sunday,’ we enjoyed a chartered coach ride to the iconic Los Angeles Coliseum courtesy of one the perks from Skip’s status as president of the National School Bus Association. Mel Sherman, who was the school bus contractor for the Los Angeles school district, was happy to accommodate as we provided him with 50-yard-line tickets to the game.

The game’s entertainment was highlighted by two men dressed in Chiefs and Packers uniforms, with jet packs strapped on their backs as they climbed high over the field and circled over our heads. Their flight path took them back to the fifty-yard-line, where they landed and shook hands. Also performing at halftime was the Grambling State University high-stepping marching band, along with the University of Arizona marching band. Al Hirt blasted his trumpet and the pregame was filled with balloons and pigeons flying overhead.

It was something this 15-yearold from Missouri will never forget.

The Chiefs made a game of it, trailing only 14-10 at halftime to the powerful team from Green Bay, who had defeated Dallas in the Ice Bowl game to earn the right to face the upstart Chiefs from the American Football League. The second half wasn’t as kind, as the Chiefs were shutout and lost 35-10.

Another enjoyable sidebar to our trip, was our conversation with New York Jets left tackle Sherman Plunkett. Plunkett, who protected the blind side of quarterback ‘Willie’ Joe Nameth would later play a vital role when the New York Jets won Super Bowl III. He was one of the first ‘super’ sized offensive linemen, weighing in at over 300 lbs.

Almost as unforgettable as the game was our youngsters-only trip on Saturday night to the famous Whiskey A Go Go on the famed Sunset Strip. The headliners that night were Tammy Tyrell and Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, the Temptations, and the Four Tops. We underage youngsters, except for Mike Gassman, were seated in the ‘Shirley Temple’ drink section in the balcony. I still don’t know how Mike managed to gain entry to the lower level and enjoy the benefits of the adult section.

My guess is he used that Frank Gassman charisma to gain entry.

Mike didn’t share his secret method of attaining adult status, but he did share some of his thoughts about the historic game and trip.

“It was a great time since we got to enjoy the excitement with our parents and neighbors,” Gassman said. “They had fun, and we were lucky to be a part of that fun. The game was fantastic even though the Chiefs didn’t win. We saw two great football teams with plenty of Hall of Fame players and coaches that day. You couldn’t do the same things we did back then today, and for sure it was a special time.”

When looking back at the players who participated that day, it’s no wonder that most thought the game would be a rout by the Packers. In all, 10 of the Packers’ players are now in the NFL Hall of Fame, in addition to their coach, Vince Lombardi. They are Herb Adderly, Willie Davis, Forrest Gregg, Paul Horning, Henry Jordan, Ray Nitschke, Dave Robinson, Bart Starr, Willie Wood and Jim Taylor.

Playing for the Kansas City Chiefs that day were future NFL Hall of Famers Len Dawson, Bobby Bell, Buck Buchanan and Coach Hank Stram. Obviously, the Chiefs were out manned that day.

This Sunday I know that I, along with my brother, Greg, will be joined by the Gassmans – Mike, and Peggy (Gassman) Bradley. Surely, we will be reminiscing of grand memories of Super Bowl

I. Skip, Franc E., Dave, Frank, “Mother” Jean, Francis and Dr. Gregg Gassman will have a prime ‘Heavenly’ view from above.

They say the first time for any event is special. When it comes to our experiences at the first ever Super Bowl, let’s just say it was indeed super.

The late Dr. Gregg Gassman wrote a story about his memories of Super Bowl I in January 2020. The following is a snippet:

“As the second half began, it became evident Vince Lombardi, coach of the Packers, had analyzed the Chiefs’ play-calling and weaknesses in the defense. Master tactician that he was, Lombardi drew up plans that stalled the Chiefs and provided the offensive punch needed to beat the Chiefs,

35 to 10. I recall all of us walking away hoarse, saddened by the loss, and thrilled to have witnessed our Chiefs represent the AFL in the first Super Bowl. While it has been 50 years since the Chiefs’ last appearance and Super Bowl IV victory, my bet is on Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes to win next Sunday! I am living in Oregon, so most of my friends are Niner fans. This has led to some lively “discussions.” And next Sunday, I will console my friends when the Chiefs once again become World Champions! Go Chiefs!

Dr. Gassman called it right in 2020.

Peggy (Gassman) Bradley shared the following:

“It’s hard to believe so many years have passed since that first Super Bowl. Yet, at times, it feels like just yesterday! What an incredible experience!

“Some memories I reflect upon when thinking about that day would be the incredible camaraderie among the fans, especially during the first half, sensing a comeback that eventually didn’t happen! I remember the comment from a Packers fan while using the restroom facilities. She just couldn’t understand why I chose to wear Chiefs colors, considering they were the underdogs (I sensed her comment was fortified by quite a bit of liquid reinforcement). And, of course, I’ll never forget the trip to Whiskey A’ Go Go! How a group of minors was ever allowed to enter was beyond me, but wow, what a sight! Nonetheless, it was an amazing experience attending the LA trip with our dear friends the Tinnens and Francis (Cisco) Hales.

“Of all the beautiful memories, from a personal and emotional place, my fondest and dearest one will always be that my dad, who worked six and often seven days a week year-round, made time to offer this unforgettable, once-in-alifetime experience to his family! Thank you, Dad!”

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Trivia question: What do blue point oysters, Smoky Robinson, the LA Coliseum, and Bell Rocket Air Men have in common? Answer: The AFL-NFL World Championship Game! Never heard of

this game? It’s now known as Super Bowl I! (Dr. Gregg Gassman)

Some Super Bowl facts:

• When the Green Bay Packers won the first Super Bowl, each player received a bonus of $15,000. Kansas City players only received $7,500.

• Super Bowl Sunday is the second-largest day for food consumption in the U.S. Thanksgiving Day is the first.

• Roman numerals are used in the Super Bowl (such as Super Bowl XV) because the football season falls in two calendar years.

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Some smiles from the happy Hawaiian – Jim Nicholson, Honolulu, Hawaii.

Questions and Answers from AARP Forum:

Q: Where can single men over the age of 70 find younger women who are interested in them? A: Try a bookstore, under Fiction.

Q: What can a man do while his wife is going through menopause?

A: Keep busy. If you’re handy with tools, you can finish the basement. When you’re done, you will have a place to live.

Q: How can you increase the heart rate of your 70-year-old husband? A: Tell him you’re pregnant.

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Food for thought: “It’s ridiculous for a country to get all worked up about a game—except the Super Bowl, of course. Now that’s important.” Andrew (Andy) Aitken Rooney (January 14, 1919 – November 4, 2011) was an American radio and television writer who was best known for his weekly broadcast “A Few Minutes with Andy Rooney.” a part of the CBS News program 60 Minutes from 1978 to 2011. He was a football fanatic. “Sometimes when I go to bed Sunday night, I get thinking, I spent too much of my weekend watching games on television. During the football season, I probably spend an average of 10 hours in front of the television set Saturday and Sunday, watching all the parts of several games.

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Talk to you next week! Steve Tinnen stevetinnen@yahoo.com

Mary M. DeWeerdt

Plattsburg, Mo.

November 29, 1928 –February 4, 2023

Services: Graveside, 1 p.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023, at Providence Baptist Church Cemetery, Kansas City, Mo.

Busy times for the City of Plattsburg

Visitation 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, January 20, at Stith Family Funeral Home in Lathrop. Memorial contributions suggested to Missouri Department of Conservation in care of funeral home.

Neil K. Whitehurst

Lathrop, Mo.

March 4, 1948 –January 26, 2023

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer

Society or the Alzheimer’s Association in care of the funeral home. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home in Lathrop.

There are a lot of exciting things going on in Plattsburg this time of year ,and I wanted to take a moment to share some of the things happening in your community.

Our city staff has several projects they are working on right now, all of which will improve our quality of life and delivery of services to Plattsburg.

Plattsburg

Senior Center Feb. Menu

Thursday, February 9

Beef and noodles, mashed potatoes, season green beans, mixed fruit, dinner rolls.

Friday, February 10

Swedish meatballs, buttered peas, carrots, assorted fruits and pastry, wheat bread.

Monday, February 13

Spaghetti with meat sauce, buttered spinach, lettuce salad, pineapple tidbits, wheat bread.

Tuesday, February 14

Chicken tenders, scalloped corn, buttered cabbage, fruit crisp, rolls.

Wednesday, February 15

Navy bean soup with ham, carrots, broccoli and cauliflower mix, fruit gelatin, cornbread.

Thursday, February 16

Chili mac, potato wedges, coleslaw, assorted fruit and pastry, wheat bread.

Friday, February 17

Roast beef sandwich with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, assorted fruits and pastry.

Monday, February 20

Beef hot dog on a whole wheat bun, lima beans, cauliflower, mixed fruit.

Tuesday, February 21

Mulligatawny chicken vegetable soup, tossed salad, mixed fruit, cornbread.

Wednesday, February 22

Fish fillet, coleslaw, buttered peas, gelatin with pineapple, wheat bread.

Thursday, February 23

Chicken pot pie (with veggies in the pie), beets, mandarin oranges, wheat bread.

Friday, February 24

Meatloaf, au gratin potatoes, spinach, assorted fruits and pastry, wheat bread.

Monday, February 27 Sausage vegetable bake au gratin, beets, tossed salad, banana, wheat bread.

Tuesday, February 28

Hamburger soup, potato salad, pineapple tidbits, crackers.

Wednesday, March 1 Salmon loaf, creamed peas, broccoli and cauliflower salad, chilled fruit, cornbread.

Thursday, March 2

Chili with beans, crackers, lettuce salad, chilled pears, cinnamon rolls.

Friday, March 3

Turkey sandwich with gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli, cheese stick, assorted fruits

One of the biggest projects on the horizon is the construction of a new water tower, the replacement of miles of new water mains, and the addition of many new fire hydrants. This project was started a few years ago; however COVID-19 caused it to stall. The city is working with our engineers to put the finishing touches

on the design of the project. Our city administrator is a former fire chief with two other cities and he has worked with the engineers to make some tweaks to the project in order to help the fire department get as much water as possible. We are hoping to have the project out to bid soon and would like to break ground this year. As part of the water project, we needed a piece of land on which to put the new water tower. A few months ago, long-time Plattsburg resident and businessman Jim Rakestraw sold us a piece of ground on which to build our tower. As we were considering how much of the property to purchase, Park Board Chairman Steve Tinnen approached the city and recommended that we

purchase the entire parcel of land, using the rest of the property as a park and recreation complex. While this project is in the very early stages, the city now owns that land and we are working with designers to figure out what kind of quality of life amenities we can create for our citizens.

Long-time city employee Ron Gorham retired after almost 36 years of service, most recently running the wastewater treatment plant. Ron will be working part-time during the transition period as city employee Brandon Smith earns his wastewater treatment license. Plattsburg is currently accepting applications for another employee to eventually give us a backup operator at the treatment plant and to help out in the public

works department.

As mayor, I’m happy to see some new businesses coing into Plattsburg, especially in the downtown area. In the past few months, we’ve seen The Mystery Within, Harbor Hospice, Jypsie Wagon, and True Automotive Repair open their doors, as well as a few existing businesses, such as Tiger’s Den and Plattsburg Floral, move to different locations. As always, I encourage everyone to patronize all of the local businesses that have chosen to make their home in Plattsburg. Thanks for choosing to make Plattsburg the community where you live or work. If you ever need anything or have any questions about what’s going on in city hall, feel free to ask!

Benefits of the four-day school week

Are students better off with a four-day school week rather than five days? Results so far indicate mostly yes with a few concerns.

About one-fourth of Missouri school districts have now made the transition to a four-day week. The trend started in small rural schools. Lathrop, Missouri, a small town in Northwest Missouri, was the first in our state to switch in 2010.

Andrew Palmer taught middle school English at Lathrop that first year of 2010, and continued through 2015. He came to Lathrop from one of the largest school districts in the state.

“From an educator’s perspective, the thing I loved the most about having students only four days of

the week was I finally had a fifth day to work on grading papers and improving instruction,” he said. “When you teach middle school and high school, there are always numerous papers to grade. With a standard fiveday week, all that additional work that happens after the students leave the classroom usually happens in the evenings, late at night, or even on a weekend day. It makes for less stressed and more productive teachers.”

The Independence School Board voted in December 2022 to move to a four-day week beginning Fall 2023. Independence will be the largest Missouri school district, with 14,000 students, on the four-day plan.

“In Missouri, there’s over 140 districts that have done this and only one has

gone back,” said Independence Superintendent Dr. Dale Herl. “You look in Colorado, nearly 70 percent of school districts have gone to four-day weeks.”

(KCTV)

“It has helped us retain our staff,” said Superintendent Dr. Gregg Klingin-

smith of Warren County, Missouri. “We’ve had good feedback from staff and academics have stayed pretty consistent.” (KCTV)

Less is More. One of the benefits for students is that the time per class is a little longer. They can cover

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by james kennedy plattsburg mayor

Planning and Zoning, Continued from Page A1

he started the business at that time, and his parents were getting up in years, and since the permit was in their names, he felt in order to ensure the continuation of the business, the zoning should be tied to the land and not an individual, as required when using special use permits.

When asked by the board about potential growth and the need for more land under the M-2 zoning, Mr. Fortner said that he had no plans to grow the business.

According to Mr. Fortner, he has a difficult time finding and keeping long-term employees and he does not want any more business than he currently has.

There were nine letters sent to surrounding property owners, with three recipients in attendance Thursday, all wanting more information on the request. Planning and Zoning Administrator

P.J. Knight was asked by a board member if there had

been any complaints related to the special use permit, and she replied there had been just one, relating to a fire on the property. There had been no other complaints since.

The board voted to approve the request, 5-0 with one abstention. Their recommendation will go to the Clinton County Commissioners for final approval.

The other five hearings each dealt with minor subdivisions and rezoning some of the parcels from Ag-A to Ag-B.

The first was a request by Smith Narrow Road LLC of Lenexa, Kan., for a minor subdivision of 80.38 acres into two parcels measuring 75.35 and 5.03 acres, and to rezone the 5.03 acres to AgB. The property is located on the west side of SE Stonum Rd,. south of Highway 116, north of SE 248th Street in rural Lathrop. Certified letters were sent to seven property owners and none

attended the meeting. Both the subdivision and rezoning request were approved by 6-0 votes.

The second request for a minor subdivision and rezoning from Ag-A to Ag-B was made by David E. Lawrence of Kansas City, Mo. He asked to divide a 20acre parcel into three tracts measuring 10, five, and five acres, and to rezone all three tracts to Ag-B. The land is located on the east side of SE Cavender Rd., south side of SE 228th St., west of SE Hilltop Rd., in rural Lathrop. Thirteen letters were mailed to surrounding property owners, with four in attendance Thursday. One recipient of a letter sent was Robert Elliott, and he expressed concern about the number of houses that would be built. He was assured the total number would be held to three. This request for both the minor subdivision and rezoning was also approved

by the board, 6-0. Conner and Connie Keller of Stewartsville, Mo. ,had the next public hearing. They applied to the zoning board for a minor subdivision of a 100-acre parcel into two lots measuring five acres and 95 acres, and rezoning the five-acre tract to Ag-B. The property is located on the east side of NW K Hwy., south of NW NN Hwy., west of NW Bethany Church Rd., in Stewartsville, Mo. Ten letters were sent with one person in attendance looking for more information. The Kellers are wanting to sell the five acres, which has a house on it, due to their age. Mr. Keller said he is not able to work on or renovate the house. No opposition was expressed, and the board approved both requests, 6-0.

The fourth hearing on the agenda was a request for a minor subdivision of a 13.42-acre parcel into three

tracts measuring five, 7.80, and .62 acres. The request was made by Brenton and Mary Skaggs of Kansas City, Mo. They also requested all three tracts be rezoned to Ag-B, too. The property is located on the east side of SW County Line Rd., south of SW 208th St. in rural Edgerton. There were thirteen letters mailed and no one attended to oppose the request. There were some questions by board members about the need to rezone the .62 acres and the owner, Brenton Skaggs, informed the board the land actually was owned by a neighbor who used the space to park farm machinery. He said that the situation was revealed during the survey process. This response did not convince board member Nathan York, who abstained from the vote. The commission voted to approve both requests, 5-0-1.

The fifth hearing was

a request made by Mike and Toni Shrewsbury of Lathrop. The property to be subdivided and rezoned is located on the east side of NE VanBuren, Rd., south side of 264th St., west of A Hwy., in rural Lathrop. They are asking the board to divide a 44.3 acre parcel into two tracts measuring 36.27 and 8.56 acres each, as well as rezone the 8.56 acre tract from Ag-A to Ag-B. Letters were mailed to eight property owners and only one, Don Summers, asked to speak during the hearing. According to Mr. Summers, his concern peaked when he noticed the word subdivision. He told the board that his concerns were put to rest when he heard the reasoning for the requests. The board voted to approve both requests by votes of 6-0.

The next scheduled zoning commission meeting is Thursday, March 2.

Plattsburg beats Mid-Buchanan, moves to 23-0

Kelsey runs roughshod over the Dragons; Mules fall in double OT

The top-ranked team in Missouri Class 2 now stands perfect as 23-0.

The Plattsburg Tigers basketball team picked up three victories in the last week, including a 56-40 win against Mid-Buchanan

this past Tuesday in Faucett, their 23rd-straight win on the campaign.

The previous Friday, the Tigers hit the road and cruised past Hamilton for a KCI Conference win, 8037. Senior Luke Schroeder led the team with 25 points, while junior Isaia Howard

put up 18 points with nine rebounds, seven assists and seven steals. Jackson Lewis added 13 points, Rylan Langton scored 11 points and James Braddy put up 10 points.

Earlier in the week, the Tigers defeated Kansas City Lutheran 85-36. Howard put

up 36 points with eight rebounds, six assists and eight steals. Braddy had 22 points to go with 11 steals. Lewis added nine points.

The Lady Tigers also downed Lutheran, 4435, and Hamilton, 45-31. Against Hamilton, Letecia Howard scored 15 points

Bailey, Parker ink LOIs to attend Iowa Central

They helped East Buchanan win back-to-back state football championships. Now Iowa Central hopes they can help fill the trophy case in Fort Dodge.

East Buchanan seniors Ethan Bailey and Rylee Parker both signed their letters of intent Wednesday, February 1, to play football for the Iowa Central Tritons beginning next fall.

Bailey cemented himself as one of the best small school prospects in the entire state of Missouri this past season, as the big man was named the 2022 Missouri Class 1 Defensive Player of the Year and earned All-State honors for the second year in a row. He was a mauler up front, using his uncommon combination of speed, size and strength to stymie opponents’ running game while disrupting the quarterback on pass attempts. If that wasn’t enough, he played

both directions on the field, serving as an offensive lineman, too.

He racked up 137 tackles from the nose, including seven sacks and 23 tackles for a loss.

“At Iowa Central, they make you feel like family,” Bailey said of his decision. “They make you feel at home. They have the programs I want to go into, so that’s why I wanted to go there.”

He said his time at East Buchanan not only made him into the athlete he is today, but will make him a

better person and better man throughout his life.

Rylee Parker also earned unanimous First-Team AllState honors for his play in 2022, as he had 146 tackles from the linebacker position, including 11 tackles for a loss and interception returned for a touchdown.

“What attracted me (to Iowa Central) was I really liked the facilities and the coaches were welcoming and I just felt like they real ly wanted me there and I’d get a shot to prove myself,” Parker said.

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for the Lady Tigers and Julia James added seven points. Against Lutheran, James led the team with 12 points while Alexis Meyer scored 10 points and Howard had nine points.

The East Buchanan Lady Bulldogs continued to cement their place among

SIGNING

the best teams in Class 3, running their record to 17-3 with a 51-40 win against Mid-Buchanan last Friday. Senior Gracie Kelsey led the team with 28 points, 21 rebounds and five assists. Angelina Engnes and Laney Wilmes each scored nine

Bentz signs with Park U.

Caidyn Bentz will continue her softball career on the college diamond next year.

The Plattsburg senior recently signed her letter of intent to play softball for Park University in Parkville, Mo.

“When I went on my visit, it was exactly what I was looking for,” Bentz said of Park. “The coaches were very welcoming and the team was very kind.

The facilities and the university itself were very nice. It felt like home.”

Bentz was the catcher for the Lady Tigers this past fall, helping lead Plattsburg to a resurgent season, as they finished above .500 (14-12) and earned a postseason victory for the first time in four years. As one of the veterans on a young squad, her presence was invaluable, as she had .952 fielding position despite playing the toughest position on the diamond.

At the plate, she hit .388 for the season with 12 RBIs and eight runs scored.

“All of the coaches I’ve had, I feel like they’ve all helped me in different ways to become the player and the person I am now,” Bentz said of her time at Plattsburg. “All of my teammates, the memories we’ve made, it’s been fun playing here, both basketball and softball. I’m excited to make more memories and continue for four more years.”

Surrounded by family and coaches, Plattsburg senior Caidyn Bentz signed her letter of intent to play softball at Park University. natalie huke | clinton county riii schools

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Ethan Bailey (left, with mother Rachel and father Stephen) and Rylee Parker (with brother Noah Parker) signed to play football at Iowa Central last week.

Fine Hits Milestone Plattsburg Tigers wrestling earns Senior Night wins

Lathrop’s Beane now 41-0 after taking first place in Iowa meet

The Plattsburg Tigers earned a pair of victories in their final home wrestling meet of the season on Tuesday, January 31.

The Tigers downed both Maryville, 48-36, and South Harrison, 58-12, on senior night. Caden McLallen (144 lbs.) and Wyatt Moran (165 lbs.) each earned a pair of contested victories on the night, while Brody McCartney (106 lbs.), Jeffery Kobel (138 lbs.), Reece Dixon (150 lbs.), Logan Reynolds (157 lbs.) and Korbin Dow (190 lbs.) each earned a victory.

The Plattsburg Lady

Tigers wrapped up their regular season on Saturday at the Belton Last Chance Tournament. Kenlee Fish (170 lbs.) and Allyson Dunivan (145 lbs.) each finished first in their divisions, while Charleigh Mooney (125 lbs.) and Julianne Lambert (120 lbs.) were both second. Lillian Watchinski (105 lbs.) and Aynjewel Jones (100 lbs.) were each fifth.

The Plattsburg and Lathrop girls teams will compete in districts this week, with the athletes looking to advance to the Missouri Class 1 State Championships.

The Lathrop boys

made the trek to Iowa this weekend for the Charger Invitational, where they finished seventh with 137 points. Pleasantville (Iowa) was first with 205.5 points.

Freshman Garrett Beane pushed his undefeated record to 41-0 while finishing first at 106 lbs. Keaton Coots was first at 138 lbs.

Ryder Dalinghaus (160 lbs.) and Kyler Simon (145 lbs.) were both third, while Gage DeShon was fourth at 120 lbs. Beau McAdams was fifth at 152 lbs. and Mikell Roach (285 lbs.) and Gabe Provin (126 lbs.) finished sixth in their divisions.

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points. The East Buchanan boys also picked up the win that night against their rival. Check back next week for stats on that game. The Lathrop basketball teams traveled to West Platte on Friday and came up with a pair of tough losses, including an 80-78, hard-fought loss by the boys in the late game, which required two overtimes to decide.

“I feel we are really close to taking the next step,” said Lathrop head coach Matt Pritchett of the

classic battle with the Blue Jays. “We are having problems playing a full 32-minute game. We got down by 17 in this game and fought back. The young men never give up; they just put themselves in bad positions in some games. So proud of the way they never quit.”

Brendan Fine put up 33 points in the contest with nine rebounds and five assists. Fellow senior Matt Miller scored 18 points with 12 rebounds. Kyle Morgan added 10 points.

Expecting 1000 head

that night to West Platte, 4723. Autum Nichols scored six points in the contest with eight rebounds, while both Keylie Beane and Audrey Davis scored five points. Beane added six assists in the contest.

Earlier in the week, the Lady Mules downed Trenton for a 54-40 victory. Beane put up 16 points with six rebounds and five steals, while fellow junior Kaitlyn Morgan scored 12 points with seven rebounds, seven steals and three blocks.

The Lady Mules fell

This past season, East Buchanan went on the warpath, going 14-1 on their way to a second-straight Missouri Class 1 state championship. With Bailey and Parker on defense, the Bulldogs allowed seven points or fewer in eight games, and allowed just 20 points throughout the entire postseason.

“It’s meant everything,” Parker said of his time at East Buchanan. “The past four years, I’ve developed as a player and I’ve made some friends on the ride.”

They join an Iowa Central program known for winning and advancing its players on to the Division I level. The Tritons went 7-4 this past season, and finished in the top 10 nationally for the third year in a row. The team also won its 12th-straight bowl game to cap the season.

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Congratulations to Lathrop senior basketball player Brendan Fine, who scored the 1,000th point of his career last week against Trenton, moving him up the all-time scoring list at Lathrop High School. submitted photo

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more depth on a subject.

Cindy O’Laughlin, Missouri Senate Majority Floor Leader, was the chair of the senate education committee from 2020 to 2022. She visited more than 30 schools during that time and sees a bigger problem. “The public school system is so overwhelmed with requirements from both the feds and the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education that teachers are fed up and leaving in droves. I will always believe good teachers have a heart for their work and bureaucrats have managed to destroy their initiative and joy in teaching. It’s not the salary causing people to leave teaching; it’s the culture of the classroom.”

One of the unexpected benefits of a four-day school week for students is the opportunity to spend more time with extended family. The fifth day can be a rotating day with grandparents, a parent, with day trips to Missouri’s many parks, museums and

events. Families can plan three-day weekend events. Our job as parents and grandparents is to teach our children life skills. This extra day would be a good time to do just that.

Alec Alvarez, a third grader at a suburban Denver elementary school, said he felt the new day was “kind of long” but that it was “worth it” so he could spend his Mondays at his grandmother’s house “playing outside.” (NBC)

For high school students exploring career opportunities, the unplanned fifth day is an opportunity to job shadow or intern to try out jobs they have an interest in.

One downside is that a single parent with no close family or support system struggles affording childcare for the extra day each week.

In today’s hectic world, finding balance is important. Four days at school and three days of family time is a better balanced life for our children.

MDC partnering on research about bald eagles, wind turbines

ATCHISON COUNTY, Mo.

With wind energy growing increasingly common and more wind turbines dotting the landscape - especially in Northwest Missouri - the threat to eagles and other birds is an increasing concern to conservation organizations and others. Birds have been hurt and killed after encountering the massive blades and air currents of wind turbines.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is partnering with Conservation Science Global, Inc. (CSG), and the Renewable Energy Wildlife In-

stitute (REWI) on a research project in Northwest Missouri to better understand interactions between bald eagles and wind turbines.

“As part of efforts to slow the rate of climate change and transition to a net-zero carbon economy, we expect to see an expansion of wind energy facilities across the country,” said REWI’s Senior Scientist Dr. Shilo Felton. “Important research like this, tracking eagles in Missouri, helps developers and agencies plan ahead and better manage renewable energy facilities to protect birds and other wild-

life.”

The research will give scientists and others a better understanding of the collision risks of bald eagles with wind turbines.

“We need more species-specific information on how, when, where, and why bald eagles move across the landscape during each stage of their lives, and when,

where, and why they may be at risk of negative interactions with wind energy facilities,” said CSG Executive Director Dr. Trish Miller, who is coordinating CSG’s involvement in the project.

The project focuses on eagles near the Atchison Renewable Energy Center in Atchison County and other wind-energy resources in

Northwest Missouri. The Energy Center is owned by Ameren Missouri. The research project is being funded by MDC as a result of a Public Service Commission settlement with Ameren on

the Atchison Renewable Energy wind facility. The multi-year project involves capturing four adult eagles that nest in the area and four immature eaglets from nests in the area.

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For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Carol Conn, single woman, dated July 30, 2020, recorded on July 31, 2020, as Instrument No. 202002302, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Clinton County, Missouri. The undersigned Successor Trustee, between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, will on February 14, 2023, at 12:30 PM at the West Front Door of the Clinton County Courthouse, 207 North Main, Plattsburg, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash (certified funds only) the following real estate:

LOTS TWENTY (20) AND TWENTY-ONE (21), IN WEST END ADDITION TO THE CITY OF CAMERON, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI.

to satisfy said debt and costs.

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For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by John R Andrae and Rhonda M Andrae, husband and wife dated August 16, 2019 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Clinton County, Missouri as Instr #: 201902301 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Monday, February 13, 2023 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:

PART OF LOTS ONE (1), TWO (2), AND THREE (3), OF BLOCK FORTY (40) OF ORIGINAL TOWN OF TURNEY IN SECTION TWENTY-FIVE (25), TOWNSHIP FIFTY-SIX (56), AND RANGE THIRTY-ONE (31), BEING DESCRIBED AS THE SOUTH 148 FEET OF LOT THREE (3) AND NORTH 35 FEET OF THE SOUTH 148 FEET OF LOTS ONE (1) AND TWO (2), BLOCK FORTY (40), TURNEY, BEING LOCATED IN CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI

PROBATE DIVISION

Case Number: 23CN-PR00001

In the Estate of KENNETH D TIERNEY, JR., Deceased. Notice to Creditors (Small Estate)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of KENNETH D TIERNEY, JR., Decedent:

On January 3, 2023, a small estate affidavit was filed by the distributees for the decedent under Section 473.097, RSMo, with the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri.

All creditors of the decedent, who died on September 23, 2022 are notified that Section 473.444, RSMo, sets a limitation period that would bar claims one year after the death of the decedent. A creditor may request that this estate be opened for administration.

Receipt of this notice should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient may possibly have a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, may possibly be determined from the affidavit on this estate filed in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri.

Date of first publication is February 9, 2023

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By: /S/ REN EADS (2/9, 2/16/23)

DIVISION

Case Number: 23CN-PR00004

In the Estate of MARSHA FAYE BUCKLER, Deceased. Notice of Letters Testamentary Granted (Independent Administration)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of MARSHA FAYE BUCKLER, Decedent:

On February 2, 2023, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, TERRY L. BUCKLER was appointed the personal representative of the estate of MARSHA FAYE BUCKLER, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of CLINTON COUNTY, Missouri. The personal representative may administer the estate independently without adjudication, order, or direction of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless a petition for supervised administration is made to and granted by the court. The personal representative’s business address is: Terry L. Buckler, 7278 SE Snow Dr, Holt, MO 64048

The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: Perry B. Smith, 6 Westowne St #601, Liberty, MO 64068 (816) 291-4143

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110

File No: 207348.021323.425812 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.

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: March 25, 2022

Date of first publication: February 9, 2023

/s/ Teresa L. Bingham Judge

January 19, 2023 01/26/2023, 02/02/2023, 02/09/2023 (1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9/23) Page A10 • Thursday, February 9, 2023 THE CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

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. (2/9, 2/16/23)

IN THE 43RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE

THE PEOPLE’S

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The Spickard Masonic Cemetery Association will hold its Annual Meeting on Monday, February

27, 2023 at 6 p.m. at the residence of Kathy Rorebeck, 1905 Park Lane Drive, Trenton, MO 64683.

The Spickard Masonic Cemetery Association is now accepting sealed bids for the 2022 mowing season. All interested parties should submit bids by Saturday, February 25, 2023 for

PUBLIC HEARING

Stacey & Dana Evans of Lathrop, MO have applied to the Clinton County Planning and Zoning Commission for a Minor Subdivide of a 82.21 acre parcel into 2 tracts measuring 72.21 and 10.0 acres. Rezone of the 10.0 acre tract to Ag-B. Property is located on the South side of SE 240th St., East of SE Mule Barn Rd., West of I-35., Lathrop, MO. Section 05; Township 54N; Range 30W. The Public Hearing will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2023, 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 (2/9, 2/16/23)

consideration to the following address: Spickard Masonic Cemetery Association-Board of Trust-

ees

C/O Ruth Ann Shipps 81 NE 115th St. Spickard, MO 64679

Annual Meeting

Rural Dale Cemetery Association, February 16th at 7pm. Rural Dale Church

SEEKING BIDS

Myers Township is seeking sealed bids for a non-running, Fiat Allis 150 C road grader and snow plow attachment. Equipment is located at 1168 NE Highway J, Galt MO 64641 for viewing. Please send your bids by 20 February 2023 at 5PM to Kris Smith, 1001 NE 126th St, Galt MO 64641. Myers Township reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlauto supply.com

EMPLOYMENT

Help Wanted: PartTime Maintenance for the apartment complex. Please call or stop by the complex and fill out an application. Village Green Apartments 1103 N. Cedar, Cameron, MO 64429 816-632-2015

Sunnyview Nursing Home has job openings available for the following positions: RN, LPN, CNA, Dietary and Level I Medication Aide. Please fill out a job application at 1311 East 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683.

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We are hiring 2 fulltime Weatherization Crew Members, starting rate is $16, M-Th, 7:30am - 5pm.

Paid benefits included after 90 days.

Experience in general construction and home repair, use of power tools, etc. is a must. No faxes accepted, please apply via on Indeed or in person at CAPNCM, 1506 Oklahoma Ave, Trenton. If you have questions, contact Russell @ 660-3593907 Ext. 1078.

PUBLIC WORKS / WASTEWATER CREW

The City of Plattsburg is hiring a fulltime Public Works / Wastewater Treatment Crewmember. Entry-level position with long-term career growth opportunities. Splits time between the wastewater treatment plant and public works (streets, parks, utilities.) Sub-

mit résumé or completed City job application (available on the Document Center section at www.plattsburgmo.gov) to Human Resources at 114 W. Main, Plattsburg, MO 64477. Pay based on experience. EOE

North Central Missouri College is seeking an English Instructor. This is a full-time position with benefits included. Interested applicants should visit www.ncmissouri.edu /jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

North Central Missouri College is seeking Upward Bound summer instructors. Interested applicants should visit www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information or call 660-359-3948 x1338. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

WANTED

Looking to purchase a 24 ft. pull-type camper in good shape. Call 660-9731583.

SERVICES

H & S CONTRACTING Remodeling, room additions, garages & decks and pole barns * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing * Backhoe & Bobcat work * New water & sewer lines. Kale

HoerrmannOwner, 30 years experience – 660-9530724.

Hannahs House Cleaning, Commercial and Residential. Kitchens & Bathrooms. Can bring cleaning supplies if necessary. Please call or text 660-6549714

PAGE TREE SERVICE Jeff Page 660359-3699-shop, 660-359-2202home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Lathrop Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on February 23, 2023 at 7:00 PM in the Betty Brazelton Community Center at Lathrop City Hall. The purpose of the hearing is to allow public participation in considering the request for a change in zoning from R1, residential, to B-1, business. The legal description of the property at 505 East Street, is as follows:

Lot 6 Block 34, Original Town of Lathrop and is located in the City of Lathrop, Clinton County, Missouri. Subject to easements, restrictions, roadways and reservations of record.

Bob Burns, City Administrator (2/2, 2/9/23)

PUBLIC HEARING

The Clinton County Planning & Zoning Commission will have a Public Hearing on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at 7:15 p.m., in the Community Room of the Clinton County Courthouse. All interested parties should attend. The purpose of the meeting is to consider Typographical Corrections in 2.152 and 2.153 (ASES was previously increased to 30kW and this adjustment was not corrected in the definitions), Ordinance-Related Clarifications and/or Updates to comply with new State Statutes and Amendments by amending Sections 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 13, 15, and 21.

These changes and clarifications are regarding Guest Homes, Vacation Vehicles, Home-based Businesses, Recreational/Medicinal Marijuana, and Special Use/Building Permits’ Duration and Legal Notification Fees in the Clinton County Zoning and Subdivision Order (last amended September 6, 2022). These Ordinances can be accessed online at https://clintoncomo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Clinton-Co-Zoning-OrderAmended-09-06-2022-TitlePageChange.p df or you may contact the Zoning Office at 816-539-3722 for additional information.

Clinton County Planning and Zoning

Tricia “P.J.” Knight - Administrator (2/9, 2/16/23)

tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 75’ bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured. Free Estimates!

*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.

RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital. 5 Unit sizes available, prices starting at $19 per month. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 359-1069 or 359-7683.

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.

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, 660-6846404

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. Willing Workers LLP - Do you need your siding or roof replaced? Give Willing Workers a call today for a FREE estimate... 660-9735694, John Kramer, 17594 St. Hwy. 190, Jamesport, MO 64648

LAUHOFF JEWELRY Downtown Chillicothe620 Washington St. Open

Monday-Friday 9:005:30, Saturday 9:001:00. 660-646-3504 www.lauhoffjewelry. com

Call 816-539-2111 to place your classified ad

Australian news crew visits LHS

PLATTSBURG

Valentine’s dinner at the Community Courtyard

If you’re looking for a date idea to treat your Valentine this year, the Plattsburg Community Courtyard has you covered.

The courtyard will be hosting a Valentine Day dinner on Tuesday, February 14, beginning with a social hour (hors d’oeuvres and cash bar) at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m., which will consist of a four-course taste of Italy. There will also be live music.

The event benefits the Plattsburg Community Courtyard, which serves as a venue for community and private events, and also houses the Plattsburg Food Pantry. For more information, including pricing, contact Tracy at (913) 9095442.

Gower Soccer Sign-Ups

Soccer sign-ups are now open in Gower for the spring season, ages three up to 18 years of age.

Registration ends on Friday, February 24, and payment must be received by Friday, March 3, for the

child to play. Practice is expected to begin the first or second week of March, with games starting on March 18. For more information, including how to receive a

sign-up form or the costs for registration, contact Kevin Guthals at (816) 646-9342. Children under six will play one night a week in Gower only.

Students at Lathrop High School found themselves in front of the camera last week as a crew with the Australian Broadcasting Company (stationed out of Washington, D.C.) visited with teachers and students to discuss the four-day school week.

photo from lathrop schools