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Leibrandt speaks on unsafe downtown buildings
The Cameron City Council met Monday night with a moderate agenda.
In public participation, Heath Gilbert, a local activist, shared concerns re-
The City of Plattsburg is paying additional money to its engineering consulting firm on the new water tower project after a subcontractor allegedly failed to perform quality work.
The Plattsburg City Council voted Monday, November 18, to pay an additional $54,012 to Allstate Consultants for their oversight on the tower project. According to Cary Sayre of Allstate Consultants, who was in attendance on Monday, the additional
garding the private school resource officers used by the Cameron R-1 School District. “I believe the school police department is corrupt and is routinely used to intimidate and retaliate against those the district
costs resulted from the extra time and expenses that were deployed in an effort to get a subcontractor, Pelley Civil, to provide quality, up-tospecification work on the subgrade and foundation on the tower. Ultimately, Pelley Civil was fired from the job and a different subcontractor was brought in to provide the work. Sayre suggested Monday that the council either back-charge or withhold payment from the project’s contractor, Maguire, to pay the ad-
does not like,” said Gilbert in his five minute address.
“Are they putting the City of Cameron at risk for possible litigation if they involve you with their corruption?” His concerns were centered around legal liability during
future mutual aid situations and encouraged the council to scrutinize any agreement or choose to not sign the agreement the next time it came up.
Councilman Feighert asked City Manager Ras-
mussen to make sure the council had time in advance of a vote to properly discuss any mutual aid agreement with the school. Legal counsel Padraig Corcoran pointed out the date the agreement would be needed was April 30, 2025. Next up during public participation was Steve Leibrandt, owner of Leibrandt Jewelry, a multigenerational jeweler in Cameron. Leibrandt was
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There was just one visitor at the Gower City Council meeting on Monday, November 11. Apparently, the council had previously discussed with MOKAN Regional about producing a new zoning map for the city. The last map was drawn in 2009, and there have been at least two annexations since that time. MO-
KAN started the process, but the old software was incompatible with the new software used. The city was on the hook for about $1,375 for staff time already spent, and the estimated cost for the completed map would be $55 per hour, with a probable total cost of about $5,375. The council directed the mayor to negotiate with MO-KAN to see what could be done
As Jaecey Hill surveyed career paths in early 2024, the Northwest Missouri native had ample options in the post-pandemic market. But one thing was not optional: choosing a job that would make her late grandfather— who served as a firefighter— proud.
“I really wanted to do something meaningful that would make a difference in the community, not some boring 9-to-5 job,” said Hill, a corrections officer at Maryville Treatment Center (MTC). “Training for this job has made me a better communicator and overall, a
The air is turning colder and high school sports are returning to the gym for the winter months. Both the Lathrop girls and boys basketball teams hosted a preseason warm-up on Monday, inviting teams to LHS for a jamboree. The first games of the regular season begin later this week. (Above) Lathrop senior Trinity Goodman figures to be a key player for the Lathrop Lady Mules this year, providing a spark at the top of the line-up. brett adkison | the leader
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forced to leave his original storefront in 2021 after four generations when most of his city block was condemned by the City of Cameron due to poor infrastructure and neglected neighboring buildings.
During Leibrandt’s address, Councilman Feighert stopped the proceedings and turned to legal counsel Corcoran and asked if Councilwoman Reed-Hibler should recuse herself. Mrs. Hibler is the current owner of those condemned buildings (including the former Leibrandt building) after she bought them for $8,000.
“She can still sit at the dais and listen,” added Corcoran, “ but if any motions or votes are going to be made in subsequent meetings, as we discussed, it would be…(inaudible).” Feighert apologized for the interruption and asked Leibrandt to proceed.
The structure of the former Leibrandt building had been so badly damaged it was no longer safe. Leibrandt spoke of the engineering studies that he was presented by the city that said extensive soil compaction studies must be completed in advance of repairs in the interest of public safety.
“Since public safety is still the main concern, present and future
about the cost and report back to the council.
Mr. Gary Hawkins, who attended the meeting, was there to present the council with his bid to clear the city property on the west edge of town. He had submitted the one bid to do this project, and his bid was $12,500 to clear out the trees and brush and haul it off.
In a roll call vote, the council members voted 4-0 to accept this bid.
The only other old business the council had to ad-
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owners of the buildings should be held to the same requirements as the original owners,” Leibrant compelled council.
Next, City Clerk Shellie Blades announced that the Library Board has recommended the reappointment of Cindy Conrad to the board. New candidates for approval, Bart Spear and Doug Diven, were also forwarded by the board to replace outgoing members Mary Bradford and Christopher Eckert. The council had no objections and the appointments will be brought to a vote at the next meeting.
The city manager’s report followed, as Steve Rasmussen discussed reservoir maintenance, elimination of hunting at the reservoir, and introduced new IT Manager Chris Wilson and Parks and Recreation Director Ira Sloan. The video is available on The Leader’s Facebook page.
First up in unfinished business, the council approved on second reading a bill allowing the mayor to sign a service agreement with the Cameron Rural Fire District for fire protection and emergency services outside the city limits of Cameron. The bill passed 5-0.
Next, a resolution that was postponed from July was rein-
dress was to review bids on the city’s old plow truck and plow. City Administrator Carroll Fisher informed the council that the city had received no bids on the truck and plow. Upon some questions from the aldermen, Fisher stated a few parties were interested in the 2006 Ford 250, with 125,000 miles, regular cab truck with an eight-foot six-inch plow. He also shared that the Bluebook estimate for the truck was about $7,000 on the bottom end. He said
troduced. The resolution was intended to formalize a volunteer program for the City of Cameron due to concerns over liability and possible workers compensation issues. After several revisions and the addition of a background screening, staff recommended the resolution to accept and the council passed it unanimously.
Steve Rasmussen spoke on the next bill that would eliminate hunting on all city property, inside or outside city limits.
It was recently discovered that duck hunting at the city reservoir was allowed by ordinance language on the books and the bill would end that provision for safety and liability purposes. The council voted to adopt the bill 5-0 on first reading.
Tad Wilson then discussed a resolution to contract with Bartlett and West for engineering services for improvements to Godfrey, Sixth and Eighth Streets, adding storm sewer, curb and gutter and making them ADA compliant. The large, eight-block street project includes 41 properties and has a hopeful completion date sometime in 2026.
The council also approved the lease purchase of six Cameron Police Department patrol vehicles
some of the interested parties stated the $7,000 minimum bid was too high and some of the parties wanted to know if the city would sell the truck without the plow.
Fisher, when asked what he recommended to the council, said they could put out a request for new bids with a minimum less than the previous bid request or could put the truck and plow out for bids again with no minimum requirements. He also reminded the council if they chose that route, they
from Max Curnow Dodge/Jeep for a total annual lease payment of $42,701 (approximately $7,117 per vehicle per year) during the term. The practice has shown to save money on maintenance and upkeep, according to the depart-
were not obligated to accept any of the new bids either.
The council directed Fisher to put out for bids again for the truck and plow with no minimum.
Under other new business, the council approved the Election Ordinance 2411 to become Bill # 468, which called for the City of Gower to hold a Municipal Election for the purpose of electing its mayor and two aldermen (Ward I and Ward II) on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in April of 2025. All
terms will be for two years. Department reports were given. Police Chief Adam Hill provided his report and informed the council that there had been some car thefts and vandalizations in the city. He stated that the suspects apparently went to St. Joe, Gower, and other small towns, including Weston. He said his force was working with other law enforcement agencies, but no suspects had been identified. He was asked if the city needed to look at hiring an-
other officer and he said that might be a discussion to consider. He did share with the council that all the vehicles were either unlocked or had the keys in them, so citizens might want to be more vigilant with their vehicles. There was nothing brought up under miscellaneous business and the council adjourned its meeting at 7:33 p.m. The next council meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 9, at 7 p.m..
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ment. This was approved 5-0 on first reading. The meeting was adjourned and the council will be back in regular session again on December 2.
Steve Leibrandt spoke to the Cameron City Council on Monday about the downtown building dilemma. jamey honeycutt | the leader
Pierce Pleads Not Guilty
Joey A. Pierce of Plattsburg, Mo., was in court Tuesday, November 12, during which he waived a formal arraignment and entered a plea of not guilty. A status hearing has been scheduled for January 6.
Piece was charged last month with two counts of misuse of official information by a public servant (Class A Misdemeanor) and one count of failure to execute a warrant (Class A Misdemeanor). Pierce was removed from his position with the sheriff’s department this past April.
According to the probable cause statement from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Pierce allegedly used the state’s MULES system to search for information on Ka-
cie Magee on January 29, 2024, at which time Magee had three active arrest warrants. Sometime before March 10, Pierce allegedly began a romantic relationship with Magee, which included sharing a residence. Despite being a law enforcement officer with the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department, the statement alleges that Pierce didn’t execute the arrest warrants when in contact with Magee. Also, the statement alleges that on March 18 Pierce used the MULES system to query information on his wife, Karla J. Pierce, though Ms. Pierce was not involved in any law enforcement contacts or activities on that day. It was noted that Ms. Pierce wasn’t in the state at the time of the query.
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ditional costs. He added that he warned Maguire— which Sayre distanced from the subcontractor and said is a good construction company—that this would be his recommendation to the city.
City Administrator Steve Garrett said he’d send the recommendation to the city’s legal counsel for review prior to execution.
Alderman Richard Stanley said Monday he was glad that Allstate was able to head off the shoddy work before the project advanced too far.
With the same vote, the council approved a different contract amendment with Allstate that will see the city pay an additional $5,123 for various reasons, including changes to the tower’s access road, water main location, electrical service location and more.
Also that evening, the council approved a $3.48 million bid from Legacy Underground for Phase I and Phase II of the city’s upcoming water distribution system improvements project. Bids for the project were opened in September and Legacy Underground was identified as the lowest bidder. From there, both Allstate Consultants and city officials performed due diligence on the company ahead of Monday’s approval.
Once started, the major project is expected to take 18 months. Alderman Scott Gordee said during the meeting he’s excited to see the project underway, since they’ve been working toward it for a long time.
Robert Conrad of Conrad and Higgins was on hand Monday to give the council a report on his company’s recent audit of the city. He said he had no complaints with what they found, adding that the city is well managed and it was easy to work with the office staff.
He noted in the report that the city’s retirement is very solid and property tax, sales and use tax, and franchise tax revenues are all up. He said that the city’s investments are up 25 percent.
Conrad said that the city is showing $10.4 million in total indebtedness.
In his report to the council, City Administrator Steve Garrett warned that the city could soon
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service to the organization. Kennedy will
Region D elects new leadership
ST. JOSEPH, MO. –The Region D Recycling and Solid Waste Management District (SWMD) held its annual meeting Thursday, November 14, at the Pony Express Museum in St. Joseph, where members elected new leadership and recognized the retiring coordinator.
In January 2025, Buchanan County Western Commissioner Ron Hook will replace Region D Chair-
see an increase to its trash rates, as the City of St. Joseph is considering a major increase to the tipping fee at its landfill from $32 to $125. Any increased costs could potentially be passed down through the city’s solid waste removal contractor, Redgate Disposal.
Alderman Stanley suggested that the city look into its recycling arrangement with Redgate, stating that the city is charged for 900 homes, but only 300 participate and Redgate is then able to sell the recycling material.
After opening Monday’s meeting, Mayor David Jett expressed gratitude to the Plattsburg Chamber of Commerce and participating businesses for making the recent downtown Halloween event a big success for the community. Alderman Stanley added that the police did a great job of ensuring it was a safe night for the town’s trick-or-treaters.
During public participation, Terry Wood with the Clinton County Historical Society asked the council to consider allowing him to display Jefferson Highway flags on the light poles along Clay Avenue and N. Main Street. He said he would purchase the flags at his own expense and keep track of the flags. The council will take it under consideration.
During his report, Plattsburg Police Chief Dave Couzens introduced a pair of new officers to the council—Chris Sibbit and Brandon Banks, both from Buchanan County. Alderman Gordee said the department has been short staffed for a while and that it was good to see new hires. He added that the police committee is looking at possible measures to help attract and retain officers.
Before the meeting closed, Alderman Stanley reported that the crosswalk at Clay and Oak is no longer staffed in the morning and afternoon when students are crossing the highway. Steve Garrett said that the previous guard retired and the school tried unsuccessfully to find a replacement. Stanley suggested that the city should put in some kind of effort to mitigate the problem to avoid liability issues. Resident Jim Banks volunteered to help man the crosswalk until a replacement is found.
person Kyle White, who has held the top leadership position at Region D since 2019, and Andrew County Eastern District Commissioner Fritz Hegeman will replace Hook as the new vice chairperson. Stewartsville resident and retired school administrator Gaylon Whitmer will continue to serve as the secretary/ treasurer for the district.
In addition to electing new officers, the district
recognized longtime Region D Coordinator Brenda Kennedy for her 27 years of service to the district. She will retire at the end of November. Hayley Howard is the new Region D Coordinator.
Formed under Senate Bill 530 to reduce the amount of trash disposed of in landfills, Region D Recycling and SWMD was officially recognized by the Missouri Department of
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more confident person.”
Hill is one of the first trainees to come through the new Academy for Excellence in Corrections (AEC), an experiential learning center built from the repurposed Western Missouri Correctional Center (WMCC) in Cameron. The AEC celebrated its formal grand opening with a ribbon cutting, dedication and guided tours on Nov. 18, 2024.
Unlike any other correctional training facility in the nation, the AEC allows Missouri Department of Corrections staff to learn, practice and prepare for their jobs in an authentic corrections environment.
“Learning how to do a cell search for contraband, and being in an actual cell, made it feel real,” Hill said. “And not having a resident looking over your shoulder while you’re doing it and getting used to the process is less nerve-wracking.”
By simulating the settings in the department’s 19 adult institutions, as well as components of its two probation and parole transition centers, the improved training experience aims to increase staff retention and job satisfaction.
“After COVID hit, staffing was a challenge— not just for corrections, but for everybody,” said Mike Strong, Division of Human Services director. “You can have any type of a training facility, but until you actually experience it, it’s not the same. At the academy, you actually get to run a control center, perform searches and do fence checks in a real environment. That was our thinking: What can we do to set up our staff to be more successful moving forward?”
The WMCC facility was made available thanks to a 30-percent drop in the statewide prison population over the past eight years. In 2019, Crossroads Correctional Center (CRCC), also in Cameron, was consolidated with WMCC, and by 2022, the prison population had shrunk enough to move residents and staff into the smaller but more modern CRCC. Then the process of overhauling WMCC began.
For starters, many prison cells in housing units were transformed into college dormitory-style quarters—featuring smart TVs with Wi-Fi, XL twin beds and vinyl hardwood floor-
ing—for trainees to stay overnight. Each wing now has three shower stalls with attached private dressing rooms.
Administrative areas have been modernized, classrooms have been expanded to accommodate 30-plus students, and the barbershop is now the AEC Micro-mart. MODOC even collaborated with the Department of Conservation and the Youth Alliance of St. Joseph to plant native trees and shrubs, thus enlivening the environs.
The project required
7,150 work hours to complete.
“When you walk in now, it’s like a classy hotel lobby with an open reception area and a receptionist sitting where the control center used to be,” said Chelsea Spackler, AEC training administrator. “I was here from 2001 to 2007 as a functional unit manager, and it’s almost unrecognizable. It’s absolutely beautiful.”
The AEC welcomed its first nonresidential cohort for new officer training in January 2024 and has been
Natural Resources (MDNR) in February 1992 and consists of Andrew, Buchanan, Clinton, and DeKalb counties in Northwest Missouri. The Region has a 2020 Census population of 135,141 and covers an area of 1,700 square miles. For more information call Hayley Howard at 816-393-5250 or visit www.regiondrecycling.com to learn more about the region’s recycling services.
gradually phasing in additional classes on a regional basis throughout the year— a process that will be complete in January 2025. Overnight stays begin later this month.
“I would encourage people who are going into it to ask a lot of questions and take advantage of the opportunity to learn,” Hill said.
“Each facility is different, but the academy helps prepare you for what a prison is really like.
“I had a lot of fun during the training process.”
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(Left) Region D’s new slate of officers for 2025 are (left to right) Gaylon Whitmer, secretary/treasurer; Ron Hook,
Hegeman, vice chairperson. The officers will serve a one-year term. (Right) Kyle White, Re-
Region D Coordinator Brenda Kennedy with flowers in recognition of her longtime
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John George’s Legacy Continues
You know you’re growin’ older when... You realize that time may be a great healer, but it’s a lousy beautician.
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“The only, absolute and best friend a man has in this selfish world, the only one that will not betray or deny him, is his dog.” - King Frederick II of Prussia before his death in 1786.
The relationship between a man and his dog went even deeper for the late John George of Plattsburg—it also applied to farmers, especially those who were handicapped. It was that special connection with training dogs to help keep the farmers farming that piqued John’s interest. His wife, Patti, said that he first found out about the PHARM Dog, USA program when one of their customers at D-Tone in Plattsburg told them about Jackie Allenbrand, the founder of the program. From that point forward, John jumped in to see where he could assist Allenbrand.
“John, over the years, having numerous surgeries, could relate to the benefit of having an assistant on the farm. He viewed firsthand how that could help a farmer keep farming in some capacity,” said Patti George. “He was working with Jackie to build a building to expand their opera-
tion. John was all about making them more successful.”
One way of making PHARM Dog USA more successful was to raise money to fund the training of the Border Collies. John’s classmates donated money after his passing, with most going to the Plattsburg Senior Center, aka Gathering Place. However, one of his classmates, Ronnie Shipps, knew of his love of the PHARM Dog program and set in motion the idea of hosting a bowling fundraiser at the Plattsburg Bowl. Shipps, an avid league bowler, sought out members of his bowling team to help organize the fundraiser. Like John George would do, they jumped at the chance to honor their classmate.
“Ronnie put us to work organizing, so we got busy,” said Michelle Newby, who was also joined by Laurel DeFreece, Ronnie Shipps, Patti George and Liz Brooks.
Spreading the word and gathering items to raffle were key to their success. The pieces of the puzzle soon fit together, with 12 teams signing up for the November 16 date.
The alley began to fill up quickly that Saturday as individuals joined in, as well, to contribute and grab a pair of bowling shoes and a ball where they could find a lane.
Trophies from the days when the late Frank Gassman owned the alley were retrofitted and
STING School board has decisions to make
by jamey honeycutt leader publisher
I think we could be close to a breakthrough with the Cameron school board and dirty book troublemakers Landi and Gilbert, or at least I can hope.
Okay, bear with me as I try to explain what happened at the school board meeting Tuesday night (the news story on the meeting can be found on page A7).
A good number of you have let me know you appreciate me laying it out square and telling you like it is. Well, here it is.
Before Tuesday, I really didn’t think the two sides in the dirty book debate would ever quit the theatrics and policy wrangling that heretofore had only accomplished a stalemate. Nobody was talking and everyone was pointing fingers, board and troublemakers alike. Tuesday that seemed to change, and that change was prompted by an incident that had nothing to do with vulgar reading material.
Heath Gilbert brought serious allegations from parents who have apparently been informed by the district that their children have been victims of sexual assault at Parkview Elementary. Obviously this revelation in open session shocked members of the board, who almost shut the discussion down until Gilbert challenged the members to ask their own school resource officers
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sitting behind them. After several nervous glances, those questions were not asked.
You could see concern among the board and they began to ask questions. How had Gilbert come to find this out and could he prove what he was alleging?
Gilbert was over his allotted speaking time, normally a capital offense, but no one was stopping him for once. Why was the school police officer not standing to begin escorting him back to his seat?
The officer kept his seat and superintendent and staff looked on as members continued to question Gilbert about the incident rather than their own staff in open session (that would apparently come later in a hastily-motioned closed session. Oh, to be a fly on that wall).
Gilbert told the school board that the parents had approached him because they knew he would stand up to the board and ask the questions they could not
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get answered.
New member Ryan Murphy was almost incredulous. Why would parents come to Gilbert instead of the board, was the gist of his response. Go watch it on the school’s website; they usually post the streaming video once it is over. Again, I am trying to give you the general idea. Exact quotes are for news articles and those will not be available by press time.
Gilbert fired back that the parents don’t trust the board and they know that he, himself, will stand up to the board, was Heath’s reply. But it wasn’t really braggadocios; it was a matter of fact. For many in town, Heath is the guy to see if you feel the school is not treating you fairly. Dan, too. For many that are unhappy with the direction of the district, these two represent the resistance. It’s a shame it takes allegations of assault brought by Gilbert to get the board and staff communicating. Again, I don’t agree with much of their approach, but I do think they have a legitimate beef with certain policies that seem to have made it harder to find the extent of the filth in our libraries. I have witnessed the board sit on their hands and not communicate with Dan and Heath. I have also witnessed childish antics by these very educated men, as well. Both sides need to reset the relationship.
But now, when the troublemakers have information and it is the board at a disadvantage, guess who’s ready to talk? Again, if you don’t attend meetings regularly, go watch the past videos of exchanges. Tuesday was one of the first times they actually communicated. This was the first time I believe both sides actually listened to one another throughout a majority of the exchange. There was even a compliment at the end of the meeting from Gilbert to the board on a recent policy change.
Olive branch? We’ll see.
Readers, believe me when I say that I have faith in our school board, but it is rapidly waning if they don’t start to honestly address some concerns that people have with books and safety policies. I know they are good people, but for some reason beyond me, they have become apologists for pornographic filth in our libraries they would never permit in their homes or churches.
Tuesday’s moment of minor collaboration was not over books, but I believe it was an opening for a truce. If that is too much to ask, it is definitely a stark reminder that the unrest over books and policing within the district is growing, and Landi and Gilbert aren’t going anywhere.
Finding ways to retain our best and brightest
A long-term problem many rural counties have is they will always lose their top students. Let’s say you graduate from Lathrop High School and get a 36 on your ACT. Even if you wanted to stay in the area after college, there are no jobs suitable here for someone that intelligent. They would just be bored and wasting their time. This is a problem every rural county faces. They are
destined to lose their best and brightest to Kansas City, St. Louis, or more likely another state. This is not a recipe for success. If a city is run only by those who weren’t talented enough to leave it, its prospects for the future are dim.
How do we solve this then? Quite simply, force Kansas City and St. Louis to subsidize the problem. While there is little reason for a grad
with great prospects to come back to Clinton County, if Missouri can offer extremely subsidized loans to top grads from Class 3 and 4 counties who start businesses in Class 3 and 4 counties, you completely change the equation. You put promising students from a poor background on the same footing as students who come from money who can start a business right after graduation. This helps keep
talent local and helps bring business and jobs to rural Missouri. It also encourages families with smart kids to move to rural Missouri, improving our tax base.
Some misguided “conservatives” might call this policy proposal unfair and redistribution of wealth. They would be right! It would simply be too expensive to open subsidized loans to the entire state, especially as the Mis-
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souri legislature will be cutting the budget for the next two years. If it targets rural counties, it will cost the state far less and act as an excellent pilot program. Some liberals will call this policy unfair and elitist. They would also be right! If you have two kids, one with an IQ of 140 and another with an IQ of 98, and you need to bet on which one will succeed in life, you will always
be better off betting on the smarter one. Studies show this. If we give the kid with a 140 IQ the tools to succeed, there is a good chance he will be able to employ the kid with an IQ of 98. If we do not find a way to keep our best and brightest in rural Missouri, its future will always depend on carpetbaggers like myself.
Michael Pyles Lathrop, Mo.
Continuing the crusade to end abortion practices
The question arises. Why has our nation capitulated beyond human dignity? Respect and protection for new life has taken an enormous toll. Namely, ending life of the innocent and defenseless. It’s more than an abortion; the results are uncivilized and diabolical. Instead of celebrating the pregnancy and its creation, selfishness takes over. It’s an inconvenience. Moreover, the abortion process is supposed to protect the health of the woman. Really, this procedure presents other repercussions. A lasting stigma is embedded in the mother and father if they have any dignity at all. The physical procedure itself is problematic. The psychological effect can be overbearing. The decade’s total abortion count is unimaginable. No wonder the breakdown of the nuclear family, the foundation of a good society. Parents have the agony of a miscarriage. But they persevere and have the miracle baby.
Now we have the medical means to assist a pregnancy. In womb, surgery is almost ordinary. A gynecologist, Dr. Thorp, has already performed about 2,000 of these procedures. Even heart intervention is now performed in the womb.
There’s the incident where a lady was traveling to a state which legalized abortion. On the way, a billboard promoted the pro-life cause. Seeing it and with deep thought she turned around, heading back to her home
state to start a family.
As a member of Knights of Columbus, I am aware of the organization saving many babies. Close to 2,500 ultrasound machines have been donated to pregnancy centers and clinics. The screen convinces the mother to make the right choice.
A wonderful story in the Knights of Columbus magazine. The Ampe family of Marquette, Michigan, is awarded family of the year. They have eight children of their own and one on the
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way. Besides, they adopted four special needs boys from Ukraine. They also spearheaded many supplies for Ukraine. They all are thriving. God bless them. The abortion issue extends beyond the mother. The providers, hospitals, doctors and assistants bear responsibility. Planned Parenthood is unrivaled for their deception about abortion. The National Institute of Health is also complicit. Both sell baby parts on a notorious market.
You could easily visu-
alize the horrendous abortion graphics. Instead here are their tools. Besides the chemicals and suction, they use the long forceps and large grabbing tweezers. Mutilation takes place. The baby resists and feels the pain. The narrative is not the health of the woman. A baby is forming from conception. And soon the blessing arrives. Hallelujah!
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Norman Leroy Conner
Norman Leroy Conner, age 81, of Plattsburg, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly at Mosaic in St. Joseph, Mo., on Sunday, November 10.
Leroy, as everyone called him, was born in Easton, Mo., to Norman William and Kathleen Elizabeth (Keller) Conner on September 25, 1943. Leroy married Janet Ruth (Rehm) on April 21, 1967, in Craig, Mo. Leroy and Janet had three children whom they loved dearly, Shawna, Angie, and Chris, They had eight grandchildren whom they loved and cherished. Leroy and Janet were mar-
ried for over 56 years before her passing on December 26, 2023. He was loved by all who knew him and was dedicated to the Plattsburg Senior Center. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, the love of his family, and his strong work ethic.
In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the Plattsburg Senior Center. The family held a visitation on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Heaton Bowman Smith Sidenfaden in St. Joseph, Mo. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
Free dinner in Plattsburg
There will be another Free Dinner on Broadway this Monday, November 25, in Plattsburg, at 5:30 p.m. The dinner will be at the Susan L. Hageman Community Kitchen at Broadway United Methodist Church. The menu is cornish hens, potatoes, veggies and various desserts. All are welcome to attend.
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The elections are over.
The votes are counted. Did your candidate win? Did your candidate lose? Did the amendments pass or fail according to your vote? Did you stay awake through the night awaiting to find out the results? I, for one, am relieved all this is behind me (us). Now we can look forward to all the Christmas commercials rather than listen to all those political ads (Lol). No matter who or what you voted for, no matter which candidate won, or
which amendment passed or failed, we move forward. How do we go about that? For several weeks, I have been praying for peaceful, uneventful, elections and smooth transitions. No matter where we are politically, I hope that we can all humanly accept our differences of opinions and beliefs and vow to work together. St. Paul tells us: There is one body, but it has many parts. But all its many parts make up one body. “Thee eye cannot say to the hand, ‘I don’t need you! The head cannot say to the feet, ‘I don’t need
you!’ You are the body of Christ. Each one of you is part of it.” (1 Cor: 12, 21, 27)
As Christians in this world, each of us is a member of the body of Christ. Let’s challenge each other to act like it. Let’s take this seriously so that as we move forward in time, we can have a peaceful and uneventful transition. We need one another. We need all kinds of people. We need the eye, the hand, the feet, etc. We must learn to accept each other as different as we are. For as St. Paul continues, love is neces-
sary. “Love is patient. Love is kind. It does not brag. It is not proud. It does not dishonor other people. It does not become angry. Love is not happy with evil, but it is full of joy.” (1 Cor: 4,5). Can we rise above the political differences we have now and will undoubtedly always have? Yes, I believe we have the ability to do so. I believe we have the ability to put the words of St. Paul into action. Will we?
Note: Nothing in this article advocates or promotes any specific position.
Stitchers present 21 Quilts of Valor
Route EE Reopened
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. –DeKalb County Route EE is now open just north of Cameron at U.S. Route 69. Crews from Leavenworth Excavating & Equipment Company, Inc., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, reopened the roadway this past Monday, Nov. 18 after completing an intersection improvement project.
The project began in September 2024 and crews added a left-hand
turn lane from Route 69 to Route EE. MoDOT asks drivers to work with them by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
When visiting modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or by connecting with us on social media.
The Twisted Stitchers presented 21 Quilts of Valor on Veterans Day at the Kidder UMC. A light meal was served to the families of the honored veterans. Richard Evans presented the Red Skelton “Pledge of Allegiance.” The guild has presented 105 quilts in the last seven years. This is a product of a year’s worth of sewing to honor those who serve and have served. Back Row (left to right): Bill George, Steve Lee, Charles Hardy, Bill Ecton, George Laprade, Michael Carter, Cheryl Mathis, Matthew Gibson. Front Row: Steve McCarthy, SCF Courtney Bailey, Jamie Chapman, Ben Lee, Payton Brown, Leonard Sibbit. Not Pictured: Dan Landi, Colton Whiteside, John Cayton.
EBMS First Quarter Honor Roll
Blue Honor Roll
Sixth Grade: Elaina Bailey, Kruze Brown, Franklin Bryan, Braleyn Cline, Maren Elms, Harper England, Emma George, Landon Graham, Logan Hetrick, Mason Matchett, Emma O’Brien, Kinley Parker, Joshua Paxton, Jolene Perez, Grasyn Pryor, Alexzander Tanguay, and Micah Whitt
Seventh Grade: Abigial Armstrong, Claire Connett, Drew Dodge, Courtney Edwards, Diem Franke, Jeanie Houghton, Arianna Juergensen, Baylee Parmely, Caleb Pitts, Betsy Rhoad, Olivia Ryan, Lana Spicer, Sophia Thomas, Zayden
Timm, and Landry Verbick Eighth Grade: Lainey Bittiker, Koby Blanton, Kali Bodenhausen, Kel Bodenhausen, Ava Bruce, Levi Bullimore, Janice Edwards, Remington Hamner, Rylee Hill, Wren Lewis, Harlan McIntire, Olivia Mull, Samuel O’Donnell, Jaxon Pederson, Gabrielle Smith, William Stallard, Eliza Taber, Serenity Timm, Taylor Vasut, Sela Watkins, and Vann Wilson
Gold Honor Roll Sixth Grade: Leah Delong, Kellen Elms, Kalvin Guthals, Presley Lewis, Ethan Newell, Lane Roach, Cooper Schilling, and Nich-
olas Scott
Seventh Grade: Carson Brushwood, Kendall Bull, Savanna Dixon, Harvey Duke, Luke Fisher, Bre Anne Gregory, Elijah Harper, Bennett Jackson, Madison Livingston, Kole McCoy, Cecilia Mink, and Brooklynn Ray
Eighth Grade: Emerson Barker, Josiah Brushwood, Annamaria Conard, Thomas Curp, Macy Edwards, Eli Graham, Chloe Hughes, Leo Kelsey, Jade McComas, Brittyn Sharp, Parker Sprague, Isabella Steeby, and Sophia Stufflebean.
Board considers changes to public comment policy
The Cameron R-1 Board of Education met Tuesday night. After approving the consent agenda, under non-action reports, members discussed possible changes to the district’s policy on public comment. Proposed changes would allow more time for the public to respond to policy changes and other items for consideration.
Under the proposed changes, which will be reviewed by legal counsel, items for consideration would be introduced on a
Steve Tinnen,
enjoyed.
“I was in the PHS Class of 1977, but moved to Gower before graduating, but I established a lot of friendships there, and John was one of those friends,” said Ronnie Shipps. “After his passing, I just wanted to do something to honor his legacy, and I knew of his love of that program.”
Their goal was to raise at least $2,000 and Shipps said they raised more than $3,000. Plans are to make the event an annual one, maybe on the first weekend in November.
“John believed in that program, and this was a good way to honor his wishes,” Shipps said.
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“first reading,” followed by a comment period of 30 days or until the next meeting. The in-person comment time limit of five minutes was not altered under this proposed change.
Mrs. Bradford updated the board on Parents as Teachers and her goals for 2025. This year, PAT exceeded its goal to increase by 25 percent, hitting 31 percent. In-home visits were up 50 percent, as well. Cameron is celebrating 40 years of Parents as Teachers promoting early childhood development to boost learning.
Dr. Robinson spoke
about the Future Facilities Planning Survey the district was circulating. In order to better prioritize facility upkeep and building projects, the district is soliciting input in the form of a survey. The survey is currently open and was recently sent out in an email blast by the Cameron Chamber of Commerce. Those results will be shared in the near future.
Depending on those results, it is possible the district might float a no-taxincrease bond issue in the spring to use on these projects.
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Trivia question: When were the U.S. presidential debates first televised?
A. 1960; B.1952; C.1976; D.1968 (find answer close by). * * * *
Another smile...
There was once a very successful farmer from Texas who started gaining interest in his ancestry. After doing some digging, he traced his lineage back to a small town in Ireland. And lo and behold, they were a family of farmers. So, he packed his bags and took a trip to Dublin, Ireland, to visit the small town to see if he could track down some of his kin.
After landing, he drove to the country and stopped in a pub to start asking around about his family.
Communications Di-
rector Gina Bainum updated the board on the progress she has made in the past 60 days developing a communications plan for the district, including a communications calendar of information flow from the school to the community.
Bainum highlighted the fact that Cameron has twice the Sunshine Law requests of larger districts like Springfield, with 20 requests since just September 9, showing the need for her newly-created position. For that reason, Bainum encouraged the board to approve a Sunshine Law policy to help
educate the public about the process.
After administrative reports, citizens were allowed to address the board.
Dan Landi and Heath Gilbert addressed the board on cameras in the classroom and the school resource officers. The discussion lasted for almost 30 minutes and even spilled into other parts of the over two-hour meeting. (Publisher’s Note: A summary of that exchange is best left for the opinion page).
Under items for consideration, the board looked at Policy G-155-P and sug-
gested a start time of 6 p.m. for the board meetings (executive session) moving forward. Open session will remain at 7 p.m. That suggestion was adopted. A snow removal bid from Quality Landscaping Services was considered and approved for the upcoming season. The meeting was adjourned into closed session after the meeting to discuss information from the earlier exchange with Landi and Gilbert.
He sat down, ordered a pint, and started talking to the Irishman sitting at the bar. After explaining his story and the purpose of the trip, the Irishman responded, “You don’t say! I’ve never heard of your family, but I’m a farmer as well. Tell me, what’s it like farming in Texas?”
“Gladly,” the Texan said, “farming in Texas has been quite lucrative for me. If you started out in the morning and drove west, you could drive all day before you reached the end of my property. And if you started the next day and drove east all day, you wouldn’t reach the end of my property. Same thing north and south, you could drive either direction all day and you wouldn’t reach the end of my farmland.”
DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION
“Ahh, I know what you mean,” said the Irishman, “I’ve got a tractor like that as well.” (Trivia answer: A. In the United States presidential election of 1960, Democrat John F. Kennedy narrowly defeated Republican Vice President Richard M. Nixon by a margin of less than 120,000 out of some 70,000,000 votes cast. A major factor in the campaign was a unique series of four televised debates between the two men. An estimated 85–120 million Americans watched one or more of the debates.
Deer harvest down on rifle season’s first weekend
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows deer hunters in Missouri harvested 68,312 deer during opening weekend of the November portion of firearms deer season Nov. 16 and 17. Of the 68,312 deer harvested, 42,283 were antlered bucks, 5,105 were button bucks, and 20,924 were does.
Top harvest counties for opening weekend were Franklin with 1,627 deer harvested, Texas with 1,305, and Pike with 1,161.
Last year, hunters checked 90,253 deer during opening weekend of the November portion of firearms deer season.
According to MDC Cervid Program Supervisor
Jason Isabelle, the drop in harvest this year was due to a combination of factors.
“The calendar shift this year put the November portion a week later than last year, which results in lower deer harvest,” said Isabelle. “The peak of the rut in Missouri occurs around Nov. 10. When the calendar shifts, it puts the opener about a week past peak rut when deer movement isn’t as high as it is earlier in the month.”
Another factor that Isa belle believes significantly affected this year’s harvest total is an abundant acorn crop.
“Throughout much of Missouri, there are a lot of acorns in the woods this year,” said Isabelle. “When that happens, deer don’t need to move as much to find food and they frequent
fields and other open areas less often, making them less visible to hunters.”
Isabelle noted that the counties with the largest decline in harvest were in the more heavily forested portions of the state where acorn abundance has a more significant effect on deer movement.
Warm temperatures were another factor that contributed to this year’s lower opening weekend harvest total according to Isabelle.
“Although the warm temperatures this weekend made it comfortable for hunters to be in the woods, it likely had an adverse effect on deer movement,” said Isabelle.
Isabelle noted that the unseasonably mild temperatures probably also affected the desire of some hunters to harvest deer given the necessity for rapid processing.
“Fortunately, there are cooler temperatures in the forecast for the latter half
of the November portion, which should result in better hunting conditions,” said Isabelle.
Firearms deer hunting in Missouri continues with the November portion running through Nov. 26 followed by the CWD portion Nov. 27 – Dec. 1 in open counties. The Late Youth portion runs Nov. 29 – Dec. 1 followed by the Late Antlerless portion Dec. 7-15 in open counties and then the Alternative Methods portion Dec. 28 through Jan. 7, 2025. The archery deer season reopens Nov. 27 and runs through Jan. 15, 2025.
Everyone was a winner during the PHARM Dog bowling fundraiser last Saturday at the Plattsburg Bowling Alley. Front Row (left to right): Allison House, Patti George, Michelle Newby. Back Row: Ronnie Shipps. J.D. House, Ruthann Schmalz, Lindsey and Ian Denny, Tim Crawford, David Shipps.
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by GEORGE M KAMINSKI, dated 04/15/2002, recorded on 04/15/2002, as Instrument No. 2002 1884, 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 11/27/2024, at 11:00 AM at 207 North Main Street, Plattsburg MO 64477, sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash (certified funds only) the following real estate:
A TRACT OF LAND IN THE SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 20 AND THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 29 TOWNSHIP 56 NORTH, RANGE 32 WEST, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE QUARTER CORNER BETWEEN SAID SECTIONS 20 AND 29; THENCE N00DEGREES 19`57”W, 105.00 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. THENCE, CONTINUING, N00DEGREES 19`57”W, 68.50 FEET; THENCE S70DEGREES 57`33”E, 241.00 FEET; THENCE S21DEGREES 33`49”E, 103.9 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 20 AND THE CENTERLINE OF “CASTLE CREEK”, THENCE, ALONG SAID CENTERLINE THE FOLLOWING COURSES AND DISTANCES: S13DEGREES 50`33”E, 357.04 FEET; S25DEGREES 18`03”W, 276.11 FEET; S72DEGREES 28`20”W, 162.67 FEET TO THE EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY OF HIGHWAY “K”, THENCE ALONG SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY THE FOLLOWING COURSES AND DISTANCES; N00DEGREES 39`31”W, 121.62 FEET; N10DEGREES 59`18”W, 111.54 FEET TO A POINT ON A CURVE; THENCE ALONG SAID CURVE, HAVING A RADIUS OF 623.69 FEET AND BEING CONCAVE TO THE LEFT, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 204.21 FEET; THENCE N24DEGREES 16`48”W, 107.88 FEET TO A POINT ON A CURVE. THENCE ALONG SAID CURVE, HAVING A RADIUS OF 618.69 FEET AND BEING CONCAVE TO THE LEFT, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 147.76 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 20; THENCE, ALONG SAID LINE, S89DEGREES 55`10”E, 51.77 FEET; THENCE N00DEGREES 19`57”W, 105.00 FEET; THENCE S89DEGREES 55`10”E, 66.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING 4.85 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. AND BEING SUBJECT TO ANY ROADS, EASEMENTS OR RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD.
SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, ROADWAYS AND RESERVATIONS OF RECORD. to satisfy said debt and costs.
Western Progressive - Missouri, Inc., Successor Trustee, (866)-960-8299, may be deemed to be a debt collector and, if so, is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 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 prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction.
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TRUSTEE’S SALE
IN RE: Letitia J Bua, a single person Trustee’s Sale:
For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Letitia J Bua, a single person dated August 27, 2019 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Clinton County, Missouri as Instrument Number 201902566 modified by Scrivener’s Affidavit recorded December 8, 2022 in Instrument Number 202203863 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Monday, November 25, 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 LOTS FIFTY-NINE (59), SIXTY (60), AND SIXTY-ONE (61), BLOCK FIFTY (50), SECTION FOUR (4), LAKE ARROWHEAD, A SUBDIVISION IN CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. to satisfy said debt and cost. MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee
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File No: 218918.112524.445922 FC
Notice
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION
In the Matter )
Ayden McClary, ) ) Estate No.: 24CN-PR00087 Minor, )
NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
e State of Missouri to Respondent:
John Doe
DOB: Unable to Obtain
SSN: Unable to Obtain
You are hereby noti ed that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is Application for Guardian and Conservatorship led by the applicant, Susan Cox, e name and address of the attorney for the
Applicant, Susan Cox is: John R. Brage Patton Wagner & Associates, P.C. 114 Westwoods Dr. Liberty, MO 64068
Telephone: (816) 792-2020
Facsimile: (816) 792-2260
Email: jbrage@pattonwagner.com
ATTORNEY FOR APPLICANT, SUSAN COX
You are further noti ed that, unless you le an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petition within forty- ve ( 45) days a er November, 5, 2024 the date of rst publication of this notice, judgment by default will be taken against you.
IT IS ORDERED that a copy hereof be published according to law in the CLINTON COUNTY LEADER, a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Clinton, State of Missouri.
Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 30TH day of October, 2024.
CLINTON COUNTY CIRCUIT CLERK
Deputy Clerk
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CIRCUIT COURT OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION
Matter of: DANIEL J. MOYER, DECEASED
Estate No.: 24CN-PR00090
NOTICE OF HEARING
And to all persons known or unknown who claim any interest as an heir or through an heir in the property of DANIEL J. MOYER, who died on JULY 18, 2022, who was domiciled in the State of Florida and owned property in Clinton County, Mo.
You are hereby noti ed that an application has been led in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri, by DROP ATIE “DRU” RAI, for the determination of the heirs of DANIEL J. MOYER and of their respective interests as such heirs in and with respect to all of the property owned by said deceased at the time of death including the following, to-wit:
100 percent membership interest in Moyer Brothers, LLC, a Missouri limited liability company.
*the sole asset of said company is a parcel of real property is located in Clinton County, Missouri, more particularly described as: THE SOUTH 17.1 FEET OF LOT ONE HUNDRED FIFTEEN (115), IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF PLATTSBURG, CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. (Commonly known as 106 N. Main St, Plattsburg, MO 64477).
You are further noti ed that a hearing on said application will be held in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County, Missouri, on the 9TH day of December, 2024 at 2:00 pm. at which time evidence will be presented to the Court and at which time and place you are entitled to be present and to be heard.
Clerk
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION
In RYDER the Matter LEE of the GRADY Guardianship of: A Minor child
Case No. 24CN-PR00063
NOTICE OF HEARING
TO: CHRISTOPHER KYLE GRADY and/ OR ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE PERSON OF RYDER LEE GRADY,
You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the Probate Division of the Clinton County Circuit Court by JAMIE WISE praying that she be appointed guardian for Ryder Lee Grady, a minor. The name and address of the attorney for Petitioner is Kim Brown. 1803 N Walnut, PO Box 77, Cameron. MO 64429.
You are further notified that a hearing will be held on this matter on JANUARY 24, 2025 in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Clinton County Missouri located at 207 N. Main, P.O. Box 275, Plattsburg, MO 64477.
Unless you file an answer or other pleading or appear and defend against the Petition within forty-five (45) days after the date of first publication of this notice (or other date to which the deadline is extended by the Court) judgment by default will be entered against youWitness my hand and seal of the Circuit Court on this 12 day of November, 2024.
By: Misy Dean Circuit Clerk
/S/ Deana Morton, Deputy Clerk, Probate (11.21, 11.28, 12.5, 12.12.24)
Notice of Filing Dates for General Municipal Election April
8, 2025
Declarations of candidacy for the position of Director of Subdistrict No. 4 and Director of Subdistrict No. 5 of PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF CLINTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, may be filed at the office of the District at 204 S. 169 HIGHWAY, TRIMBLE MO commencing at 8:00a.m. on December 10, 2024, and ending at 5:00p.m. on December 31, 2024, during regular business hours, which are Wednesdays, 9:00a.m. to 6:00p.m., or by appointment.
Missy Heilman, PWSD#1 Clerk, Public Water Supply District No. 1 of Clinton County (11.21, 11.28.24)
LATHROP R-II SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR APRIL ELECTION
There are two positions of Director (School Board Member) of the Lathrop R-II School District to be filled in the municipal election scheduled for April 8, 2025. The term of office is three (3) years. Declarations of candidacy for the positions of Director of Lathrop R-II School District may be filed at the office of the District, 700 East Street, Lathrop, Missouri 64465, commencing at 8:00 a.m. on December 10, 2024, and ending at 5:00 p.m. on December 31, 2024 (note: the office will be open from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. on December 31, 2024). Declarations may be filed between the hours of 7:30 a.m. through4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday (the district is closed on Mondays), except holidays. The office will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 and Wednesday, December 25, 2024. There will be no filing if school district classes are canceled due to inclementweather. The names of qualified candidates shall be placed on the ballot in order of filing.
Lauren Claypool, Board Secretary (11.21.24)
CITY OF GOWER ELECTION NOTICE
In accordance with Missouri Statutes 115.127.5 RSMO, notice is hereby given that a Municipal Election will be held for the City of Gower, Missouri on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 from 6AM to 7PM for the purpose of electing the following officials:
Mayor – Two year term
Alderman Ward I - Two year term
Alderman Ward II - Two year term
Qualified candidates may file with the City Clerk at 97 North 4th Street during regular business hours beginning December 10, 2024 through December 31, 2024.
Gwen Ballou, City Clerk (11.21, 11.28, 12.5.24)
Tigers of Character at Ellis Elementary
Bus Mechanic needed in Gower and Maysville MO. For more information or to apply contact Don Gibson Maintenance Director Jarnik Buses
Congratulations to the Ellis Elementary Tigers of Character for the month of October. The habit of the month was “Begin with the end in mind.” An extra congratulations to Kodi Green, who was named the Student of the Month. Front Row (left to right): Georgia Treichel, Cameron Biston, Aaron Mantlo-Layton, Celtic Faulkner, Karla Stayton. Middle Row: Jameson Thornhill, Annabelle Saavedra, Christopher (Jr) Riley, Emma Reagan, Ruby Fisher, Dylan Williams. Back Row: Kinsley Matsukevich, Hayden Norris, Mallorie Marshall, Kodi Green, Weston Loechel, Gabe Auxier. submitted photos
East Buch Food Drive
Motorists Urged to Slow Down
JEFFERSON CITY— The Missouri Department of Transportation’s highway workers are part of a larger group of emergency responders who put their lives on the line on Missouri’s highways responding to crash scenes. Alongside police officers, fire fighters, EMS, and tow truck operators, they respond to traffic incidents, assist drivers, and help keep traffic flowing. According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), traffic incidents are the leading cause of death for EMS responders and law enforcement officers. To remind motorists what’s on the line, the FHWA has declared the week of Nov. 18-22 as National Crash Responder Safety Week.
“Crash Responder Safety Week serves as an important reminder for drivers to be mindful of our dedicated first responders, who work tirelessly to keep our roadways safe every day,” said Chris Engelbrecht, MoDOT’s Director of Safety and Emergency Management. “These individuals put their lives on the line to protect us, so it’s crucial to
show respect by following the state’s move over law, staying focused, and reducing speed when approaching emergency vehicles.”
Missouri’s Move Over law requires drivers to either change lanes or slow down when approaching stationary MoDOT, law enforcement or other emergency vehicles with flashing lights on. To help protect
those who protect us, all 50 states enforce some form of the Move Over law. In 2023, more than 136,000 traffic crashes were reported on Missouri roadways that required emergency response. MoDOT emergency response personnel respond to more than 6,000 traffic incidents each month on average. Crash Responder Safe
The communities at East Buchanan High School and East Buchanan Elementary came through big on their Fall Food Drive, as the EBHS National Honor Society recently dropped over more than 2,100 items to Gower’s community food pantry. (Above) Front Row (left to right): Sponsor Jade Lewis, Ella Brown, Abagail Barton, and Brooklynn Johnson. Trey Johnson, Zamuel Brushwood, Landon DeLong, Coleson Orstad, Chase Klein, Corbin Allen, Dylan Davidson, and Jacob King.
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for 74 yards. On defense, Lodder had 13 tackles, Chase Bell and Eddins each had 12 tackles, and Reid Smith had 11
Plattsburg falls to LeBlond in district title game
Plattsburg’s second— and perhaps last—successful season in eight-man football came to an end on Friday night, November 15, as the Tigers fell to Bishop LeBlond, 76-22, in the district championship game in St. Joseph.
Plattsburg (6-4) head coach Brandon Boswell said they got off to a decent start, including 22 points in the first half, but struggled
to contain LeBlond’s (9-1) explosive playmakers.
“We had some big pass plays between Jaiveon Grayson, Gavin Boyle and Jessiah Berry, along with some great runs by Donte Bingham, which helped us stay within two scores off and on,” Boswell said. “We had them at third and long multiple times and couldn’t get off of the field. Offensively, we did better moving the ball than we have, but ultimately we had too many
penalties and turnovers.
“I think our program playing in back-to-back district championship games is a great accomplishment as we continue to rebuild toward 11-man and having to compete in a tough KCI Conference. I am happy for our kids.”
Grayson finished the night with 12 completions on 21 pass attempts for 182 yards and three touchdowns. Berry pulled in seven catches for 133 yards and a score.
with a district title.
Boyle caught five catches for 44 yards and two touchdowns. Bingham ran for 64 yards on five carries.
On defense, Keegan Gudde led the team with five tackles, while Bingham and Boyle each had four tackles.
Plattsburg made the move to eight-man in 2023 after several years of dwindling turnout and limited success against larger 11man schools. Coach Boswell and the district committed to a three-year stint in eight-man football in hopes of rebuilding the program. In two seasons, the Tigers have gone 15-5 in eight-man
The Tigers could possibly move back to 11-man next year if the school’s enrollment numbers come in over the cap for eight-man football. If so, it appears the return to 11-man would come on an upswing for the program.
“I am really grateful to all of the players and coaches that were willing to step up and help rebuild the program,” Coach Boswell said.
“I know that going to eightman wasn’t easy when a person thinks about what Plattsburg football has been in the past. However, it is what it is and we made the
best of it. Ultimately, to see the joy on our kids’ faces when we won districts last year, along with the motivation amongst our boys at school to invest in becoming better football players, this has been the best thing.
“Our program has felt the support of Dr. Steggall, Dr. Burns, athletic director Hunter Adkins, the CCR-III School Board, and the great communities that make up the Clinton County R-III School District on this journey, and we hope we can continue to build toward creating and maintaining a successful football program in the KCI.”
by brett adkison leader editor
EIGHT-MAN FOOTBALL