The Leader • 6-8-23

PLATTSBURG CITY COUNCIL

Chaotic meeting does little to clear up city’s ward lines

by brett adkison leader editor

A meeting of the Plattburg City Council deteriorated into confusion and allegations on Monday as city leaders continue to sort out the mishaps that led to the dismiss-

ZONING Board OKs a pair of subdivide requests

In a relatively short meeting Thursday, June 1, the Clinton County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a pair of requests for minor subdivisions, each including a rezoning request.

The first request was by Welch Acres, LLC, of Turney, which was asking for a fiveacre parcel to be separated and rezoned Agricultural B from a 64-acre parcel. Charles Welch told the commission that he recently retired and previously lived in Nevada, Mo. He and his wife wish to build a home on five acres and maintain the

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LATHROP

R-II

Parking lots, LHS track to be addressed

The Lathrop R-II Board of Education held a special meeting Tuesday, May 30, and approved a bid for sealcoating the district’s parking lots.

The board voted to approve a bid from McConnell and Associates for $53,061 to seal coat the district’s four asphalt parking lots at the elementary, middle school, high school and central office. The board also approved McConnell and Associates to perform a resurface of the track at the LHS athletic complex at $117,000. McConnell and

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al of a council member last month.

Last month, Mayor James Kennedy announced the removal of Ward II Alderman Tracy Pincus after an interpretation of the city’s district lines found that she actually lived in Ward III (as a result of

a redrawing of the lines in 2015). Confusion has clouded the issue, however, as district maps and city ordinances have proven to be unclear.

Compounding the issue, Pincus has been elected to the Ward II

seat four times since 2015 without anyone catching the alleged error, including Clinton County officials; Pincus continued to be listed as a Ward II resident by the county, receiving a Ward II ballot each elec-

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Sheriff’s Report

Get a comprehensive look at what went on in law enforcement the previous week throughout Clinton County.

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It was all fun and games this past weekend in Lathrop as the annual Friendship Festival took over Oak Street for three days of contests, music, food and more.

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more photo coverage

(Above) Harry Bowers, a 1966 graduate of Lathrop, was honored with the Friendship Festival Service Award on Saturday. He served in the Army (SGT, E-5) between 1967 and 1969, including time in Vietnam in 1968 and 1969. He fought in the Central Highlands on the Cambodian border, earning several decorations and medals, including the Purple Heart. (Left) The 2023 Friendship Festival Senior King and Queen Charlie Tate and Sherry Christian.

(Above) Dr. Kyle Beane of the Lathrop Chiropractic

went all out with his Super Mario Bros. float during the parade on Saturday. For

from the festival, turn to pages A8 and A9. brett adkison | the clinton county leader

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tion.

Monday’s special session meeting was called by council members to discuss the ward lines and Pincus’s qualifications for office.

The meeting officially began 20 minutes late, as Mayor James Kennedy – noting Pincus’s removal from office – said he was unable to call the meeting to order until she left her council seat and joined the public. Alderman Ken Tongue asked whether there was any leeway to work through the situation with Pincus in place, considering the confusion around the ward lines and city ordinances. The city’s legal counsel said that, based on the map she had been presented, Pincus does not live in Ward II, and would need to join the public. Kennedy added that Pincus had already been re-

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moved from office.

Discussion continued, centered on the 2015 redistricting, which maps (and interpretations) were correct, and the proper reading of the city ordinance outlining each of the wards. The council members continued to comment on the confusing nature of the ward lines.

Alderman Sue Malone recalled when she was running for election, she came to city hall to see what exact parts of the city were included in her ward, and she couldn’t rightly tell because it was so unclear.

The discussion broke down on several instances, with both Mayor Kennedy and Alderman Tongue accusing each other of twisting the intentions of the ordinance to fit their respective positions.

“What are we doing

R-II, Continued

Associates did the original work on the track under ATG.

The board also reviewed and approved line item amendments to the 2022-2023 budget to bring those figures closer to their actual amounts. The 20222023 budget will close at the end of the this month. The amendments included an increase in expenditures by $13,292 and an increase in revenues of $465,101. The district currently projects to end the year with a reserve

besides looking stupid up here?” asked Alderman Scott Gordee, urging that the council redraw the ward lines correctly and reminding everyone that Pincus was elected by the residents of Ward II to represent them.

Mayor Kennedy said they would straighten it out, but it would take time.

Pincus joined the crowd and Kennedy called the meeting to order. He said that he and City Administrator Chase Waggoner had discussed the issue, and were considering sending out a survey with the municipal bills to residents asking how many people live in each household.

The meeting broke down again, with Mayor Kennedy interjecting while Alderman Tongue was speaking.

“Ken, it’s still my meet-

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of $3.5 million, or 21.88 percent of the district’s operating costs.

The board also heard information regarding the upcoming 2023-2024 budget for the new school year, which will need to be approved this month.

The district has received the resignation of elementary special education teacher Catina Green.

This is the final month with the district for Superintendent Chris Fine, as he gets set to retire at the end

of the current school year. On July 1, Dr. Adam Willard will assume the office and begin his duties as the new superintendent. To mark Mr. Fine’s time with the school district, there will be an open house at Lathrop Middle School from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28. The public is invited to attend.

The next regular meeting of the Lathrop R-II Board of Education is scheduled for Wednesday, June 14, at the district offices.

Community Dinner This Month

Those looking for a great meal with great fellowship will have the chance to enjoy both this month at the Broadway United Methodist Church.

There will be a free Dinner on Broadway on

Monday, June 19, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Susan L. Hageman Memorial Kitchen (301 W. Broadway in Plattsburg).

The late Susan L. Hageman passed away in 2021, and in her honor, her family

ing, please,” Kennedy said.

“I understand that, but I’m speaking,” Tongue said.

“You’re trying to railroad this thing,” Kennedy said.

Tongue disagreed and said he didn’t appreciate the mayor’s insinuation.

“I’m trying to get to the bottom of the problem in a very diplomatic way,” Tongue said.

“I don’t think you actually are,” Kennedy said.

“For some reason, you feel like everyone is trying to come down on you,” Tongue said. “It has nothing to do with you.”

“Yes, it does,” Kennedy replied.

The two began talking over each other and the crowd broke out into a rabble, spurring Alderman Sue Malone to stand up between the two and try to return or-

der. Tongue reiterated that he wanted to understand the issue and it had nothing to do with Kennedy or personal feelings.

Former Mayor Dave Schauer, who was mayor at the time of the redistricting, spoke to the council to impart some of the intentions of the city at that time. He said in January of 2015, he worked with the Clinton County Clerk’s Office to gather information to rebalance the district. He said they found that Ward I had 500 registered voters, Ward II had 250 voters, and Ward III had 700 voters – far outside the 10 percent differences believed to be allowable by the law.

He said the intention of redistricting was to better align the wards and wrote a column in The Leader to that effect, writing that Ward

I would be unchanged, Ward II would gain more households and Ward III would decrease in households moving to Ward II.

Those intentions, as outlined, would contradict that Pincus’s residence was changed from Ward II to Ward III. He also wrote in that column that the changes weren’t expected to affect anyone on the board at that time, which included Pincus.

He urged that the council straighten out the issue in an expedient manner with as little disruption to the public as possible.

The council allowed public participation at the end of the meeting, during which residents voiced their concerns and disappointments with the situation.

Watch for follow-up coverage in The Leader.

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rest of the 59 acres, which is the family farm, as agriculture.

The property is located on the west side of NE 69 Highway, south of NE 292nd Street, and north of 280th Street.

Seven certified letters were mailed to surrounding property owners, with only one recipient attending to support this request. There were no questions from the board for the Welches and the public hearing was closed after about 10 minutes. The commission voted 7-0 to approve both the minor subdivision and the rezoning request.

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raised funds and spearheaded the construction of the memorial kitchen at BUMC for the purpose of providing food and fellowship to the community and those who are under-served.

The second request for

a minor subdivision was by Jeremy Matthew and Angela Nicole Swope of Kansas City, Mo. The land in question is five acres from a 69.64-acre tract held in a living trust in the Swopes’ name.

The property is located east of the Plattsburg city limits, north of 116 Highway, and west of SE Everett Lane. There were certified letters sent to 14 surrounding property owners, with no one attending to oppose or support the request. The Swopes are wishing to build a home on the five acres and are also requesting that the parcel be rezoned to Ag-B. The property is part of the

Sunny Acres Subdivision. There are no out buildings currently on the property and there is an easement for a drive on the property. With a few questions from zoning members, this second public hearing was closed and voted on. The commission voted to approve both the minor subdivision and the reasoning request by votes of 7-0.

Zoning members then discussed a couple ordinances that they will need to address at future meetings and voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:49 p.m.

The next scheduled zoning hearing is July 6 at 7 p.m.

Avoid Hot Dogs This Summer!

As temperatures continue to climb, please take care to protect your pets outdoors. Make sure they have access to fresh water and shade with good air flow. Do not leave your pets in the car. If you fear your pet is suffering from heat exhaustion or heat stroke, there are certain things that should and should not be done.

WHAT TO DO

1. Remove your pet from the environment where the hyperthermia occurred.

2. Move your pet to shaded and cool environment, and direct a fan on her.

3. If possible, determine rectal temperature and record it.

4. Begin to cool the body by placing cool, wet towels over the back of the neck, in the armpits, and in the groin region. You may also wet the ear flaps and paws with cool water. Directing a fan on these wetted areas will help to speed evaporative cooling.

5. Seek veterinary care.

WHAT NOT TO DO

1. Do not overcool the pet. Most pets with hyperthermia have body temperatures greater than 105°F, and a reasonable goal of cooling is to reduce your pet’s body temperature to 102.5-103°F while transporting to the closest veterinary facility.

2. Do not attempt to force water into your pet’s mouth, but you may have fresh cool water ready to offer should your pet be alert and show an interest in drinking.

3. Do not leave your pet unattended for any length of time.

Clinton County Sheriff’s Department’s Weekly Activity Report

Friday, May 26

2:52 a.m.: Vehicle accident on I-35 in Clinton County.

5:57 a.m.: Residential alarm on NE Helberg in Clinton County.

8:08 a.m.: Motorist assist at Lake Arrowhead in Clinton County.

8:35 a.m.: Animal call on W. Broadway in Plattsburg.

1:05 p.m.: Animal call on SW Middle Road in Plattsburg.

1:46 p.m.: Natural cover fire on I-35 in Clinton County.

3:48 p.m.: Harassment (not in progress) in Gower.

4:12 p.m.: Vehicle crash on 232nd Street in Clinton County.

5:27 p.m.: Vehicle crash on 330th Street in Clinton County.

5:36 p.m.: Residential alarm on E. Concord in Plattsburg.

5:42 p.m.: Vehicle crash on 330th Street in Cameron.

7:18 p.m.: Animal call on S. Fourth Street in Gower.

8:06 p.m.: Medical call on SE 128th Road in Stewartsville.

9:02 p.m.: Medical call on 169 Highway in Clinton County.

11:04 p.m.: Medical call at E. Osage in Plattsburg.

11:15 p.m.: Domestic (in progress) on E. Osage in Plattsburg.

Saturday, May 27

12:01 a.m.: Suspicious person in progress on N. Main in Plattsburg.

12:29 a.m.: Medical call on Valley Street in Lathrop.

1:01 a.m.: Domestic in progress on W. Locust in Plattsburg.

2:48 a.m.: Property damage on SE Haynesville in Holt.

5:41 a.m.: Motorist assist on I-35 in Clinton County.

6:07 a.m.: Controlled burn on 69 Highway in Cameron.

7:15 a.m.: Animal call on I-35 in Clinton County.

7:21 a.m.: Residential alarm on NE Redwood in Cameron.

7:32 a.m.: Medical call on Lisa Avenue in Lathrop.

9:10 a.m.: Controlled burn on NE 196th in Holt.

9:10 a.m.: Controlled burn on NE 270th in Lathrop.

12:58 p.m.: Medical call on W. 116 Highway in Plattsburg.

1:03 p.m.: Medical call (transfer) on NW 316th Street in Gower.

1:51 p.m.: Medical call (transfer) in St. Joseph.

2:49 p.m.: Disturbance in progress on SE Comanche Drive in Lathrop.

2:54 p.m.: Medical call on SE Comanche Drive in Lathrop.

4:35 p.m.: Medical call on W. Locust in Plattsburg.

5:13 p.m.: Medical call on Echo Circle in Plattsburg.

5:14 p.m.: Animal bite on Echo Circle in Clinton County.

6:26 p.m.: Medical call on 33 Highway in Holt.

7:23 p.m.: Medical call on 169 Highway in Gower.

7:34 p.m.: Animal call on 33 Highway in Plattsburg.

7:55 p.m.: Medical call at Lake Arrowhead in Holt.

8:05 p.m.: Animal call on Patricia in Plattsburg.

8:34 p.m.: Noise complaint on

N. Eighth in Plattsburg.

9:24 p.m.: Controlled burn on Easy Street in Lathrop.

10:50 p.m.: Controlled burn on NE Heritage Hills in Cameron.

11:46 p.m.: Domestic in progress on NW 268th Street in Gower.

11:46 p.m.: Medical call on SE Lakeshore Drive in Holt.

Sunday, May 28

12:13 a.m.: Disturbance in progress on SE Comanche Drive in Lathrop.

3:25 a.m.: Medical call on SE 220th Street in Clinton County.

3:29 a.m.: Vehicle crash on SE 220th Street in Clinton

County.

7:05 a.m.: Medical call on SE Perren in Holt.

7:19 a.m.: Animal call on H Highway in Clinton County.

8:25 a.m.: Controlled fire on SW Middle in Plattsburg.

8:39 a.m.: Debris in roadway on I-35 in Clinton County.

10:24 a.m.: Abandoned vehicle on A Highway in Clinton County.

10:26 a.m.: Motorist assist on 169 Highway in Gower.

10:43 a.m.: Domestic in progress on SE Lakeshore Drive in Lathrop.

11:02 a.m.: Medical call on SE Lotermilch in Clinton County.

12:07 p.m.: Medical call on SE 144th Street in Stewartsville.

1:29 p.m.: Medical call on Ash Street in Lathrop.

1:31 p.m.: Controlled fire on Vance in Plattsburg.

2:34 p.m.: Motorist assist on SW Highway Z in Cameron.

4:33 p.m.: Trespassing on SE Shawnee in Lathrop.

5:58 p.m.: Medical call on 169 Highway in Trimble.

6:33 p.m.: Medical call on State Route E in Agency.

10:27 p.m.: Medical call on 169 Highway in Trimble.

Monday, May 29

7:24 a.m.: Controlled burn on NW U Highway in Gower.

10:11 a.m.: Controlled burn on C Highway in Plattsburg.

10:34 a.m.: Vehicle crash on VV Highway in Gower.

11:43 a.m.: Medical call on Sheridan Street in Turney.

11:48 a.m.: Medical call on Whitcomb in Lathrop.

12:13 p.m.: Natural cover fire on Burris Road in Holt.

4:59 p.m.: Controlled fire on SE Haynesville in Holt.

6:29 p.m.: Medical call on 33 Highway in Holt.

7:06 p.m.: Natural cover fire on N. Third Street in Plattsburg.

CCHS to host Juneteenth event

The Clinton County Historical Society will be hosting a Juneteenth Community Celebration on Saturday, June 17, at the museum at 308 S. Birch Avenue.

There will be a free will donation. All proceeds go to benefit the needed repairs to the Riley-Carmack Museum.

The event, which has grown quickly in its short time at the museum, will celebrate and commemorate the end of slavery in America. There will be food, music, games and porch talks that will include the history of local black businesses.

For more information on the event, visit the Clinton County Historical Society on Facebook.

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9:26 p.m.: Medical call on NE Crowley Corner in Turney.

9:56 p.m.: Property damage on NW 268th Street in Gower.

Tuesday, May 30

7:27 a.m.: Medical call on East Street in Lathrop.

7:54 a.m.: Medical call on NE

188th Street in Holt.

12:16 p.m.: Medical call on Patricia Street in Plattsburg.

2:22 p.m.: Medical call on Route 33 in Holt.

4:39 p.m.: Stealing (not in progress) on Franklin Street in Lathrop.

4:42 p.m.: Animal call on 116 Highway in Lathrop.

5:32 p.m.: Medical call on Maple Street in Lathrop.

5:46 p.m.: Stealing (not in progress) on Park Street in Lathrop.

6:13 p.m.: Medical call on Railroad Avenue in Gower.

7:24 p.m.: Stealing (not in progress) on SE Canyon in Lathrop.

9:04 p.m.: Animal call on Depot Street in Plattsburg.

9:38 p.m.: Noise complaint on

Sellers in Lathrop.

10:28 p.m.: Medical call on Kennedy in Gower.

11:39 p.m.: Pursuit on I-35 in Clinton County.

Wednesday, May 31

12:07 a.m.: Pursuit on I-35 in Clinton County.

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

7:07 a.m.: Animal call on Depot in Plattsburg.

8:17 a.m.: Property damage on NN Highway in Clinton County.

9:29 a.m.: Medical call on N. Main in Plattsburg.

12:23 p.m.: Animal call in Lathrop.

12:31 p.m.: Trespassing (not in progress) on SW 204th Street in Trimble.

1:07 p.m.: Medical call on Locust Street in Lathrop.

1:45 p.m.: Suspicious person in progress on NE 268th Street in Lathrop.

2:08 p.m.: Medical call on NE 268th Street in Lathrop.

3:37 p.m.: Debris in roadway on V Highway in Clinton

Feeder Sale:

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4:08 p.m.: Motorist assist on PP Highway in Holt.

6:54 p.m.: Medical call on Whitcomb Street in Lathrop.

8:18 p.m.: Motorist assist on W Highway in Clinton County.

Thursday, June 1

5:56 a.m.: Animal call on Y Highway in Clinton County.

7:08 a.m.: Abandoned vehicle on Old 36 Highway in Cameron.

10:10 a.m.: Medical call on Center Street in Lathrop.

1:37 p.m.: Medical call on SE

Monday, June 12 @ 11 am

Sheep, Goat & Hog Sale: Saturday, June 17 @ 10 am

Feeder Sale:

Monday, June 19 @ 11 am

Special Cow Sale: Friday, June 23 @ 6 pm

Feeder Sale:

Monday, June 26 @ 11 am

Cattle Sales: Mondays @ 11 am

Sheep, Goat & Hog Sales: 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month @ 10 am Special Cow Sales: 4th Friday of the month @ 6 pm

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Casey Flinn, Owner: 816-769-7532

Field Reps: Dwayne Penny: 816-506-2776

Utah Stulz: 660-334-0400

Bobby Morrison: 816-345-0518

Ben Peterson: 660-247-2759

Travis Gibson: 660-646-8337

Rick Tate: 660-734-1307

Sheep/Goats/Hog: Clark Allen: 660-973-6826

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Benedictines of Mary roll with newfound spotlight

You know you’re growin’ older when... You know that the best thing about the good ol’ days was that you weren’t good, and you weren’t old.

One never knows which path our life’s journey will take on. I do know that the road is less bumpy when we try to do the right thing. A prime example of doing the right thing took place in October 2020, when the sisters from Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles came to the Plattsburg License Office to obtain “Real ID” drivers licenses, or non-driver ID’s.

As part of my continued duties as agent of the office, I was there when a group of the sisters arrived. I’ve always admired Catholic nuns and their true dedication to their faith. These sisters were from the abbey in rural Gower. I’m a member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Plattsburg, so I struck up a conversation with Sister Misericordia. A little message went off in my head that told me that I should do the right thing and donate to their cause. So, I offered to donate the fees for their transactions if I could take a picture of the sisters and place it on the wall in our driver’s office. She gladly agreed, and since that day we have continued that arrangement.

Paying attention to that positive

message that appears in your head is generally a good thing. In this case, it was a fantastic thing. So far, 21 of the sisters have made their way to our license office and their smiling faces grace us every day.

The recent news about Sr. Mary Wilhelmina, the foundress of the abbey, has created quite the stir.

Sr. Wilhelmina died at age 95 on May 29, 2019, and was buried on the grounds of the abbey. They had been planning the addition of a St. Joseph Shrine within the oratory for quite some time. Included in this addition was the reinterment of the remains of Sister Wilhelmina. When they exhumed her body, they discovered what appeared to be an intact body and perfectly preserved religious habit. They were told to expect bones from the remains, which were buried without embalming four years ago.

A statement from the abbey said: “We had no intent to make the discovery so public, but unfortunately, a private email was posted publicly, and the news began to spread like wildfire. However, God works in mysterious ways, and we embrace His new plan for us.”

That new plan was to accommodate the thousands of faithful Catholics, and people of all faiths, who curiously sought a chance to visit and see Sister Wilhelmina up close.

As a result, thousands traveled over the Memorial Day holiday to

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the abbey to visit her remains as they laid “incorrupt” in the basement of the abbey.

Some might say Sister Wilhelmina should be declared a saint, but that requires five steps by the Catholic Church. One of the steps to being canonized as a saint ordinarily includes at least two miracles performed through the intercession of the Blessed after their death.

In my mind, one miracle must be that thousands of people now know more about Sister Wilhelmina and the abbey she founded in rural Gower.

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Trivia question: Agriculture is a __________word? (A) Greek word;

(B) Latin word; (C) German word;

(D) Spanish. Find the answer nearby.

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Some smiles from Paradise, courtesy of Jim Nicholson…

Wording on casual wear for seniors:

If you’re happy and you know it, it’s your meds.

Sorry I’m late, I didn’t want to come.

A little gray hair is a small price to pay for all this wisdom.

When I was a kid, I wanted to be older. This crap is not what I expected.

Everyone was thinking it, I just

Choosing how to swallow our national debt

Well, we were able to fund the federal government for five months this year before we began borrowing money for the next seven months.

Republicans refuse to raise taxes for big business or the wealthy. It’s better for them to put the burden on us and let big business and the wealthy support their Republican party and their re-elections. After all, per capita, the rich and big business control over 90 percent of the nation’s wealth. That’s a lot of money for political contributions to keep the Republicans in power.

When Trump took office, our national debt was $20 trillion. When he left office four years later, our debt

was $29 trillion. I owned a business at that time and his business tax cuts saved me 20 percent in the tax money I would have otherwise had to pay. Did you save 20 percent on your taxes during Trump’s presidency? Actually, you did save five percent, but only for two years. This all helped increase the national debt.

Biden says his tax plan will generate about $450 billion in taxes per year from the extremely rich and big business corporations. That’s nearly a half-trillion dollars each year. This wouldn’t totally relieve us of our debt, but it could pay down our debt over time and we might reach the point within three

or four decades where we have a manageable national debt like we had prior to Ronald Regan’s tax cuts. You remember George Bush, Sr., Reagan’s opponent, called these cuts “voodoo economics.” Our national debt then grew from $700 billion to $31 trillion today.

In 18 months, we will get to choose between Republican tax breaks for the rich with more debt for the average taxpayer, or Democrats, a lower national debt and maybe more infrastructure repairs, the cost shared by big business and the billionaires.

Doug Lowe Trimble, Mo.

THE CLINTON COUNTY LEADER

Jamey & D’Anna Honeycutt

Steve Tinnen

said it. (Trivia answer: B. Agriculture is derived from the Latin word “ager,” meaning field, and “colo” meaning to cultivate. Agriculture is the science and art of cultivation of the soil, raising crops, and rearing livestock).

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Food for thought: “Your task will not be an easy one. Your enemy is well trained, well equipped, and battle-hardened. He will fight savagely. I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full victory! Good Luck! And let us all beseech the blessing of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking.” Dwight D. Eisenhower (1890 – 1969) was an American military officer and

statesman who served as the 34th President of the United States from 1953 to 1961.

On June 6, 1944, 150,000 soldiers from the US, Canada, and the UK invaded Normandy to begin the liberation of Europe from Nazi and fascist occupation. The invasion force included 7,000 ships and landing craft manned by over 195,000 naval personnel from eight allied countries. Almost 133,000 troops from the United States, the British Commonwealth, and their allies, landed on D-Day. Casualties from these countries during the landing numbered 10,300.

Talk to you next week!

Steve Tinnen stevetinnen@yahoo.com

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Lathrop has benefited from Chris Fine’s service

By pure luck, as I was cleaning my office, I ran across the attached edition of the Rural Reporter from December 23, 2010. As I glanced at page one I realized that I had saved it because of a particular action taken by the board of education of Lathrop R-II Schools.

The board had the good sense to hire LMS Principal Chris Fine as the new superintendent of schools for Lathrop, and the district and City of Lathrop have become better for it.

Chris Fine is a man of character. He has displayed that character throughout his career with our district. We have truly been blessed

to have Chris as our school district business leader and the face of our educational system.

Also obvious is that men of character attract women of character. Laura and Chris have four grown children that are men and women of character.

The result of Chris Fine’s leadership has been the continued excellence in building administrators, professional staff, and support staff. We have witnessed many small districts become a revolving door of personnel, which is not good for the children being served, or for the community. Lathrop R-II has not suffered that dilemma as

badly as many surrounding schools.

Chris Fine is also an upright man. It is obvious that he and his family live their lives parallel to a man of old who said several thousand years ago, “As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”

My closing remarks are very simple: Thank You, Chris Fine.

Yours,

Richard Canaday Lathrop, Mo.

Sherrie Ragle

Sherrial Elaine (Nelson) Ragle passed into the hands of the Lord on Friday, June 2, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was 72 years old and lived in Lathrop, Mo.

Sherrie was extraordinarily kind with an immeasurable capacity for grace. Her love was simple and pure, a blessing to all who knew her.

She was born December 11, 1950, to Harry and Geraldine Nelson in Kansas City, Mo., the oldest of four children. Geri went on to raise the kids as a single mother until 1974, when she married Charles Poole, who became the father to all four children, making the family whole.

Sherrie graduated from Van Horn High School in Independence and worked various jobs in her lifetime. She worked for the Missouri Department of Transportation and took pride in handling the tough tasks that were reserved primarily for men in that era. She worked for a time with the University of Missouri Extension at the Clinton County Courthouse, where she cherished the group’s community work and the people she met.

Ultimately, she went on to collect employment data for the Bureau of Labor Statistics, where her affable nature made her a favorite among the businesses with which she worked. It was here where she forged many of her life-long friendships, and enjoyed working alongside her sister, Debbie.

In her later years, Sherrie enjoyed time with her family and friends. Her chil-

George Walker Rea

Warrensburg, Mo.

May 12, 1931 –June 2, 2023.

Services: Thurs., June 8, 11 a.m., First United Method-

Senior Center Menu

ist Church of Blue Springs, 301 SW Woods Chapel Road, Blue Springs, Mo. Visitation: One hour prior to the services at the church.

Thursday, June 8

Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrots, peaches and wheat bread.

Friday, June 9

Tuesday, June 20

Salmon loaf, creamed peas, coleslaw, chilled apricots, wheat bread.

Wednesday, June 21

dren and grandchildren were the center of her world, and she was the foundation upon which they built their lives. She loved the mountains and visited big sky country on several occasions.

Sherrie was preceded in passing by her mother, Geri, and brother, Jack Nelson.

She is survived by her father, Charlie Poole, of Excelsior Springs; daughter, Brandee Cazzelle (and husband, Cory), of Butler, Mo.; son, Brett Adkison, of Lathrop; sister, Debra Adreon (and husband, Tim) of Kearney; brother, Ron Nelson (and wife, Kelly) of Kansas City; granddaughter, Arianne Pratt (and husband, Richard) of Oklahoma City; grandson, Tyler Cazzelle (and wife, Katelyn) of Butler, Mo.; granddaughter, Makenna Cazzelle, of Oklahoma City; niece, Dawn Spray (and husband, Damon) of Lawson; nephew, Jesse Nelson, of Kansas City; step-brother, Chuck Poole, of Orlando, Florida; half-sister, Elvira Schmidt-Hartmann, of Germany.

Services are pending at this time.

Lathrop, Mo.

January 18, 1952 –June 2, 2023.

Services: Saturday, June 24, 2023, 2 p.m., at Stith

Funeral Home in Lathrop. Visitation: One hour prior to the services (1 p.m.) at the funeral home.

Impact notices sent to taxpayers

Press Release

Per Missouri State Statute 137.1870.274, impact notices have been mailed to property owners that have had an increase in assessed value of $100 or greater for the 2023 tax year. This year, the State Tax Commission has stepped in once again and “suggested” an increase of more than 30 percent in market values. An agreement was settled on a 10-percent increase countywide.

Shepherd’s pie with vegetables in the pie, buttered beets, lettuce salad, assorted fruit, wheat bread.

Monday, June 12

Thank You

is the amount you are required by Missouri State Statute to pay taxes on.

Depending on the classification of the property, that percentage differs. Residential is 19 percent, agricultural is 12 percent, and commercial is 32 percent.

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Please note, this is not a tax bill, nor does it display an actual dollar amount your tax bill will increase. The notice notifies you of the increase in assessed value, only.

Your assessed value

Plattsburg artist Laurel DeFreece has teamed with Robin VanHoozer for a collaborative art exhibit, Fate, which is being shown now through August 21 at the

Individuals who have built new construction or have made improvements to the property will receive an impact if the value has increased more than $100.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Clinton County Assessor’s Office, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., (816) 539-3716.

Cindy Carter Clinton County Collector

Swedish meatballs, lima beans, cucumber and tomato salad, June birthday cake, peaches, wheat bread.

Tuesday, June 13

Ham salad on lettuce, potato chips, pickled beets, lime gelatin with cottage cheese and pineapple, wheat bread.

Wednesday, June 14

Roast beef sandwich, mashed potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, fruit cocktail.

Thursday, June 15

Chicken tenders, green beans, creamed corn, apple crisp, rolls.

Friday, June 16

Taco salad, Spanish rice, diced tomatoes, refried beans, tropical fruit, wheat bread.

Monday, June 19

Spaghetti with meat sauce, lettuce salad, green beans, mandarin oranges, garlic bread.

Swiss steak, broccoli, potato salad, chilled pineapple, biscuit.

Thursday, June 22

Chicken and noodles, lima beans, corn, tropical fruit, wheat bread.

Friday, June 23

Sloppy joe on a bun, potato wedges, spinach, coleslaw, gelatin with peaches.

THANK

The Plattsburg Rotary hole sponsors who made ment a success. Proceeds scholarships to local students.

Monday, June 26

Fish fillet, creamed peas, stewed tomatoes, applesauce, wheat bread.

Bank of Plattsburg

Cameron Regional Medical Center

Tuesday, June 27

Glazed ham, broccoli, coleslaw, vanilla pudding, banana, cornbread.

Central Bank of the Midwest

Edward Jones Investments - Jordan

Wednesday, June 28

Meatloaf, au gratin potatoes, green beans, fruit cocktail, whole grain bread.

Roth Financial Advisor 4D Ranch

Gagnon Law Firm

Harbor Hospice

Thursday, June 29

Hy-Klas Foods

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

Larry’s One Stop

Missouri Hometown Insurance Co.

Friday, June 30 Hamburger on bun, corn, cauliflower, chips, relishes, pears.

Oakridge of Plattsburg Plattsburg Bowl

Art exhibit in Lenexa features DeFreece

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Lenexa City Center location of the Johnson County Library.

The collaborative effort explores “the random riot of events that intertwine the

Friends of Charlie Sloan, Please join us on June 17th at Backwoods Venue 222 at 11347 SE DD, Gower, MO to celebrate his life. Those that knew him know that he enjoyed good times with good friends, and it was important to him to celebrate & remember the good times. Doors will open at 5, with dinner served at 6. Ribeye sandwiches, table service, dessert, & soft drinks will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. Come share a good time for a good man. In honor of Charlie please come in a grey T-shirt and jeans. Please text RSVP to 816-5920093 with name and number attending by June 12.

Peggy Jane Stokes ESTATE SALE

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common threads of our tomorrow.” Encaustic, mixed media and collage techniques combine to depict themes of nature, truth, time and destiny in rural Ameri-

The Lenexa City Center branch of the Johnson County Library, located at 8778 Penrose Lance, Lenexa, Kan.

At the home/garage of Dean and Margie Johnson, 800 S. Oak St., Plattsburg

Thurs., June 15 - 5pm-8pm

Friday, June 16 - 9am to 5pm

Saturday, June 17 - 9am-3pm

CASH ONLY! NO EARLY SALES!

The Family of Charlie Sloan wants to thank everyone who sent cards, brought food, offered to help and expressed their concern with kindness at the time of his death. We appreciate the love and support we felt during this difficult time.

Chance to visit the 1829 log cabin

The 1829 Deer Creek Log Cabin is almost 200 years old. Residents are invited to come celebrate with 10 pioneer activities, including grinding coffee, grinding corn, churning butter, weaving baskets, and more on Saturday, June 10, at 10 a.m.

Also learn about local history, such as the Oregon Trail, which originated from the region some 35 years after the cabin was built. In fact, Andrew Jackson served as the president when the cabin was built by Benjamin Fry and his family. The Battle of the Alamo didn’t take place until seven years later in 1836.

Drawings for prizes will be held. Visitors are welcome to wear their pioneer or cowboy outfits. Located at 5623 SW 228th in rural Plattsburg. Everyone is invited to come see Granny Annie! For more info, call (816) 244-2217.

EAST BUCHANAN HONOR ROLL

The following students qualified for the spring semester honor roll. All students had to receive grades of B- or higher. Weighted classes were taken into consideration.

Seniors: Jeffery Bradford, Jack Church, Kayla Curnutt, Dylan Davis, Piperr Eldredge, Cole Gilliland, Christian Maiseroulle, Jena Musser, Noah Ottinger, Laken Stallard

Juniors: Abigail Archdekin, Holly Caylor, Angelina Engnes, Maddox Erich, Nathaniel Fortney, Alexis Golden, Nicholas Klein, Rayven Moore, Emma Mujica, Tucker Musser, Luca Rodriguez Carrascal, Ashton Roe, Macy Scott, Carter Shreve, Emrey Taylor, Barrett Veatch, Madeline Whitt, Zora Whitt

Sophomores: Jordyn Allen, Heidi Church, Andrew Collard, Parker Conroy, Landon Delong, Robert Gross, Jacob King, Karlee Maudlin, Lake McCray, Coleson Orstad, Wyatt Palmer, Julie Perks, Cayden Ray, Nathan Schilling, Rilyn Sherwood, Aidan Smith, Seth Spencer, Maddux Thomas, Jaden Torres, Jessalyn Townsend, Tesha Traub, Isaiah Watkins, Braden Whiteley

Freshmen: Hayden Allen, Ella Bilton, Lliam Bonwell, Haleigh Croney, Karlea Curnutt, Kylie Elliott, Kaylynn Engnes, Finley Fisher, Lindsey Herpel, Allie Kelsey, Maggie Kelsey, Hunter McIntire, Elizabeth Paxton, Ava Pflugradt, Benjamin Rhoad, Nadia Roberts, Nolan Rust, Clark Scott, Amelia Seever, Sierra Simmons, Baker Thomas, Colten Townsend

The following students qualified for the spring semester high honor roll. All students had to receive grades of A- or higher. Weighted classes were taken into consideration.

Seniors: Brooklynn Adams, Adrian Allen, Zakary Andrews, Ashley Baxter, Austin Cilke, Laynie Davidson, Dylan Ellis, AdamStephen Engnes, Isabella Grado, Spencer Gresham, Maxwell Henry, Gracie Kelsey, Carly Livingston, Brody Martin, Quincy Meyer, Allysson Parks, Derek Peak, Samuel Wyeth Perry, Bristol Robertson, Taran Sherwood, Johnna Thomas, Maya Watkins, Carson White, Kinzie Woodside

Juniors: Gage Busby, Kylie Clark, Caroline Claycomb-Young, Teddi Dixon, Hilarry Elifrits, Riley Everett, Wyatt Fisher, Kelsey Herpel, Lola Hofmann, Ty Humbard, Aynjewel Jones, Anna Kenagy, Trevor Klein, Maely McCoy, Addisyn Musser, Aidan Rhoad, Gavin Rhode,

Sophomores: Corbin Allen, Abagail Barton, Ella Brown, Tibet Brown, Zamuel Brushwood, Dylan Davidson, Richard (Trey) Johnson, Madisyn Miller, Maverick Mumford, Elizabeth Newell, Trey Pendleton, Alden Perry, Andrew Rhoad, Gavin Utz, Chloe Wheeler, Laney Wilmes

Freshmen: Myles Adams, Lewis Atha, Kelsey Curp, Lana Curp, Darcy Davis, Franklin Duke, Ann-Marie Edwards, Sydney Gilliland, Caroline Houghton, Brooklynn Johnson, Chase Klein, Brayden Lewis, Kaden Mujica, Natalya Sprague, Chase Wilson, Liam Wilson.

Highway 36 to close in Hamilton

St. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Caldwell County Route 13 bridge replacement project will close both west and eastbound U.S. Route 36 overnight next week. The project to replace the bridge, led by Capitol Paving and Construction, LLC, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, began last week on Tuesday, May 30, with the demolition of the old bridge.

Beginning at 7 p.m. on Monday, June 12, through 7 a.m. Tuesday, June 13, crews will close U.S. Route 36 westbound beneath Route 13 to place the new bridge girders. Eastbound U.S. Route 36 will also close from 7 p.m. Tuesday, June

13, through 7 a.m. Wednesday, June 14. During these closures, traffic will be directed up and over the on/off ramps at the Route 13 exit. An 18-foot width restriction will be in place.

The old bridge, built in 1958, had been struck multiple times by high-profile vehicles driving underneath on U.S. Route 36. As part of the replacement project, the new bridge superstructure has been designed to increase clearance beneath the bridge to help prevent future damage. The new bridge will also include a pedestrian walkway on the west side. The project is expected to be completed in early August.

MDC to host a fly-fishing event near Plattsburg

Plattsburg, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free flyfishing clinic from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, June 16, at the Ronald and Maude Hartell Conservation Area near Plattsburg. This is an opportunity for those who wish to learn how to cast with a flyrod or those who want to improve their flyfishing skills. All equipment will be provided.

MDC instructors will cover what tackle is used in flyfishing, casting techniques with a fly rod, and lure presentations. Participants will go fishing at the

Watkins Mill presents “Slave to Soldier”

stocked lakes at the Hartell Conservation Area. Flyfishing is often a technique used to present insect imitations to clear water dwelling fish that sight feed, such as rainbow trout. But flyfishing is also an excellent way to catch largemouth bass and bluegill in farm ponds and lakes.

This class is open to participants ages 8 and older. Those ages 16 to 64 will need a valid Missouri fishing permit. Registration is required. To register, visit https://short.mdc.mo.gov /4dh.

Conservation Night at the Mustangs

St. Joseph, Mo. – Grab some peanuts, popcorn, and Cracker Jacks and join the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) for some Mustangs baseball on Thursday, June 15, at historic Phil Welch Stadium in St. Joseph. MDC is hosting Conservation Night at the stadium, and it’s also the team’s Family Night.

MDC conservation agents and biologists will be in the stands and have booths and exhibits set up for visitors to enjoy. It’s a chance for baseball fans to visit with MDC staff and ask questions about conservation and the outdoors. MDC will also provide a color guard for the American flag

Women’s Firearms Classes

St. Joseph, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free firearms clinic for women on Saturday, June 17, at St. Joseph. The classroom education portion will be from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the MDC Regional Office in St. Joseph. Then the class will break for lunch, and then meet again at 1 p.m. at the Pigeon Hill Conservation Area shooting ranges south of St. Joseph. This class is for people who would like to learn about guns and how to use them for hunting and target shooting.

This class is open to participants ages 16 and older. Registration is required. To register, visit https:// short.mdc.mo.gov/4d7.

JEFFERSON CITY, MO, JUNE 2, 2023 – Watkins Mill State Park team members will be hosting a program titled Slave to Soldier, from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 17. This presentation is about Black soldiers who fought for the Union in the Civil War.

Starting in 1866, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, was the receiving station for the men of color following the Civil War. There, the most unlikely of soldiers, Cathay Williams, joined the United States Army in the United

States Colored Troops. Williams, also known as Pvt. “William Cathay,” was the only female known to have served in what would become the Buffalo Soldiers.

Pvt. Isaac Johnson, the great-grandfather of one of the presenters, enlisted May 6, 1866, and joined his company at Jefferson Barracks. An original Buffalo Soldier, he traveled across Missouri by rail to the western frontier to serve with honor in the 38th and 24th infantries, and later reenlisted into the famed 9th Cavalry. His sto-

ry is the basis of Slave to Soldier.

The presentation will cover the evolution of the USCT from the first-ever Civil War engagement between Black troops and Confederate forces at the Battle of Island Mound in Bates County, to the development of off-shoots of the Buffalo Soldiers during World War II and the Korean War. All presenters will be dressed in period uniforms and attire.

This presentation is sponsored by the Missouri

Speakers Bureau, jointly organized and managed by Missouri Humanities and the State Historical Society of Missouri. Watkins Mill State Park is located at 26600 Park Road N, Lawson. For more information, call 816580-3387.

For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks. com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

Tar spot afflicting corn in NW Missouri

Tar Spot has been found in Northwest Missouri in many counties. It appeared in August of last year but did not impact corn yield.

both the top and bottom of the corn leaf. The disease is found in Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, and Michigan along with some other states.

what we know is from its study in Mexico and Central America.

mitting a sample to the MU Diagnostic Laboratory for confirmation.

ceremony, and a staffer will sing the national anthem.

The St. Joseph Mustangs play in a wood-bat summer league. Most players are also college baseball players; some have professional baseball aspirations and talent. The stadium gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the first pitch is at 7 p.m.

Tar spot is black lesions which can be on top or bottom of the corn leaf surface. To identify, take your thumb nail and try to scrape the black lesion off. If you cannot scrape it off, good chance it is tar spot. Southern rust in late season and insect frass can be mis-identified as tar spot.

Tar spot is caused by a fungus that attacks corn which is from Central America. The symptoms are small, raised black spots that can occur on

Tar spot is typically found during middle to late grain development. Most of

If you are suspicious of disease that is tar spot, contact your local extension office so we can follow-up. Also, one can accurately identify this disease by sub-

For more information, contact Wayne Flanary, Fields Specialist in Agronomy, University of Missouri Extension at 816-279-1691 or 913-220-3670.

Baby Show Winners! Boys 0-6 months: Colter Miller; Girls 0-6 Months: Taelynn

Franklin; Boys 7-12 months: Russell Maddick; Girls 7-12 months: Coraline Adams; Boys 1318 months: Hudson Everly; Girls 13-18 months: Jersey Atkins; Boys 19-24: Watson Starr

THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE BUSINESSES THAT SUPPORTED COVERAGE OF THE FESTIVAL!

Chauncey Rardon, principal at Lathrop Elementary School for the last 20 years, was named the Friendship Festival Parade Grand Marshal. brett adkison | the leader

The Lathrop Rotary Club selected Kendra Gagnon as its Citizen of the Year. Gagnon has been a key public servant through her efforts with SB40 and helping fund recent major renovations at the Lathrop park.

The judges had a tough task deciding the winners of the annual baby show on Saturday morning. brett adkison | the leader

Residents shake the hands of veterans on Saturday night as part of the Lathrop Friendship Festival’s annual Military Tribute. Harry Bowers was honored with the festival’s Service Award. brett adkison | the leader

Little Mr. Lathrop Cooper Phillips, son of Cassie Durant and Josh Phillips, and Little Miss Lathrop Lennon Henry, daughter of Travis and Megan Henry.

Miss Bathing Beauty AnnMarie Saunders (left), daughter of Nick and Erin Saunders, and runner-up Addison Mason, daughter of Shelby Chambers and Chris Mason.

Little Mister Universe Jack Grissom (left), son of Brittnie and Rob Grissom, and runner-up Elam Reeves, son of Michael and Dawn Reeves.

(Above) Members of the Lathrop High School cheer and dancing squads teamed up with the Lathrop Fire Department for the Friendship Festival parade on Saturday.

(Right) Lathrop veterans David Eads and John Wieneke greet a young supporter Saturday night as part of the festival’s annual tribute to veterans and service members.

The Lathrop Sew n’ Sews celebrated 25 years of their annual quilt show.

PLACE YOUR AD TODAY!

CALL 816-539-2111

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AGRICULTURE

See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck and Lacrosse boots and gloves. Consumer Oil & Supply, 614 Harris Ave., 359-2258

Buying standing walnut, oak & cottonwood timber. Cash or on shares. Call Mike at 816-248-3091

*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-3582682

Gravel, sand, top soil, mulch, river rock, boulders-Turney Mini Quarry 816248-2523.

ISO pasture to lease. Cameron, Osborn, Plattsburg, Maysville. Top price paid. Text 816-284-0570

Tina Livestock Market. 435 W 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682. Call 660-622-4214. www.tinalivestockmarket.com fwda

Kingsville Livestock Auction. Located 45 miles SE of Kansas City, MO. On 58 Hwy. East of Modern. 816.597.3331. www.kingsvillelivestock.com fwda

Osborn Livestock Auction located 7

miles West of Cameron on Hwy 36, Osborn, MO. Sale every Wednesday at 10AM. 816-6752424 fwda

Summers Crop Services, LLC in Lathrop. Fertilizer & lime applications. Call Curtis Summers for a free quote. 816564-7116, fwda

FOR RENT

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Cassandra Brewer at 660-359-5647.

PUBLISHER’S NO-

TICE: “All rental property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrim-

Mo-Kan Regional Council, on behalf of the City of Lathrop, is applying for the Economic Development Administration's Disaster Supplemental grant. If granted, funding will be used for critical improvements to Lathrop's wastewater treatment system. The proposed project includes the addition of a trash removal system at the treatment facility and the replacement of an outdated dual pump lift station with a new gravity line. These improvements will benefit all who live within the city limits. We welcome feedback or questions from the community about this project. Please direct any comments to lily@mo-kan.org.

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VEHICLE FOR SALE VIA SEALED BIDS

The Clinton County Public Administrator is selling a 1997 Lexus ES 300 through the process of private, sealed bids. Please mail any potential bids for the said vehicle to the attorney for the Public Administrator, Kim Brown, Attorney at Law, LLC, 1803 N. Walnut, P.O. Box 77, Cameron, Missouri 64429. Vehicle available to be seen by appointment only. Contact the Clinton County Public Administrator at 816-592-0177. Appointments available from 5pm - 7pm. Monday through Thursday, beginning June 12, 2023 and ending June 26, 2023. If you intend to send any bids for the vehicle, please have them mailed to attorney Kim Brown, no later than June 30th, 2023. (6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22/23)

ination.” "We will not knowingly accept any advertising for rental property which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis."

FOR SALE

Pond building supplies. Roll plastic pipe, 100 lb. & 160 lb. PSI. Pond shut-off & stock tank valves, hydrants. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, Trenton, 660-3593660.

New Holland HT 154 12 wheel high capacity rake with kicker wheels. 660-6351664

King Size Sleep Number Bed, Dual Control, excellent condition with manual. $500 Call 8167243214

HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-2891935 or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different"

Shelter Insurance –Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-3594100. LIFE * HOME

* AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re

your shelter.ShelterInsurance.com Tdtf

Shelly's Pet Care, 660-684-6864, 103 S. Locust St., Jamesport, MO 64648. Professional, Personalized Grooming. Appointments available Monday - Saturday. 35 Years of Experience! Serving the Green Hills Area since 1996!

Havanese puppies available for adoption. No shed, hypoallergenic. 1 boy and 1 girl. 12 weeks old. 816-551-7686

NOTICES

THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP 1736 East 9th St. 359-3313. Premium Diesel, Gas, 10% Ethanol –CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE –Mastercraft and Yokohama tires. Tdtf Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlauto supply.com

EMPLOYMENT

JOIN THE CURNOW AUTOMOTIVE TEAM!! If you are looking to change your life for the better, stop in and fill out an application! If you have experience in the Customer Service Industry or have Automotive Technical knowledge WE WANT YOU! We are currently looking for the following posi-

tions: Sales Professionals, Parts Manager, Parts Counterman, Detailers, Technicians. 800 E Baldwin St., Cameron, MO 64429 816-649-5291

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. E.O.E

Wanted: Head Cook at senior center in Gallatin-meal planning & preparation, supervision of staff. 6 hours/day, pay contingent on experience. Contact Deanna at 660-6632828 between 7-3 for more info.

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.

PAGE TREE SERV-

ICE Jeff Page 660359-3699-shop, 660-359-2202home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 75’ bucket

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES

The City of Lathrop, Missouri, requests qualifications for preliminary engineering services and subsequent engineering design services to assist in roadway and infrastructure improvements to be financed wholly or in part by various state and federal grant programs. This includes the installation of traffic lights, widening of exit ramps, and creation of turn lanes to accommodate additional traffic.

Information provided to the City of Lathrop must include:

1. The specialized experience and technical competence of the firm with respect to related work.

2. The capacity and capability of the firm to perform the work in question, including specialized services, within a period of twelve months beginning July 2023.

3. The past record of performance of the firm with respect to such factors as control of costs, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules.

4. The firm's proximity to and familiarity with the area in which the project is located.

5. References from previous clients of related work with the firm within the past five years.

6. Documentation of compliance with E-Verify requirements. The firm will be selected based on the above qualifications. Please limit RFQs to no more than three pages. Once the most qualified firm is selected, a cost for the preliminary engineering report will be negotiated separately from the cost for engineering design. The ability of a firm to begin work immediately shall receive primary consideration.

The above information should be submitted no later than Friday, June 16th, 5:00 p.m. to 707 Oak Street, Lathrop, MO, 64465. For more information, contact Bob Burns at 816-528-6981. The City of Lathrop, Missouri, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and invites the submission of proposals from minority, women, and Section 3owned firms.

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truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured. Free Estimates!

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.

Carquest Auto Parts

T & L Auto Supply, Inc., 1823 East 9th, Trenton, 359-2268, tlautosupply.com Monday-Friday, 7-5, Saturday, 7:30-12.

JAMESPORT BUILDERS, 660684-6931, 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport. POLE BARNS – GARAGES, Spray foam insulation.

RED BARN MINI STORAGE, across from the new hospital on Iowa Blvd in Trenton. 5 Unit sizes available. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 660-359-7683.

*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.

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

BUY - SELLTRADE -BIG

NASTY'S GUNS & AMMO - Stop in and see us at our New Location - 1515 E. 9th Street, Trenton, MO. Nathan Rorebeck, 660-6350469, www.bignastys.com

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

Mid-States Services is now offering: Fiber Optic installs in rural Trenton! MidStates will STILL WAIVE the $150 installation free for those who sign up NOW! Sign up TODAY by calling 660-359-2045 or at http://www.midstates.net. 4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683. LAUHOFF JEWELRY Downtown Chillicothe620 Washington St. Open Monday-Friday 9:00-5:30, Saturday 9:00-1:00. 660-646-3504 www.lauhoffjewelry. com

WANTED

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

PUBLIC NOTICES

Because The People Must Know

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Travis D. Piatt, an unmarried person , dated July 8, 2014, recorded on July 8, 2014, as Instrument No. 2014-1776, 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 June 27, 2023, at 10:00 AM 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:

Commencing at the South Quarter Corner of Section Sixteen (16), Township Fifty-six (56) North, Range Thirty (30) West, Clinton County, Missouri; thence with the South line of the Southeast Quarter of said section South 89 degrees 56 minutes 04 seconds East, 335.99 feet to the Point of Beginning, said point being the Southwest corner of the East Half of the West Half of the West Half of the Southeast Quarter; thence along the West line of the East Half of the West Half of the West Half of the Southeast Quarter, North 00 degrees 10 minutes 42 seconds East, 648.74 feet; thence departing from said line South 89 degrees 56 minutes 04 seconds East, 355.48 feet to a point on the East line of the East Half of the West Half of the Southeast Quarter; thence along said line South 00 degrees 07 minutes 59 seconds West, 648.73 feet to the Southeast corner of the East Half of the West Half of the West Half of the Southeast Quarter; thence along the South line of the Southeast Quarter of said Section North 89 degrees 56 minutes 04 seconds West, 335.99 feet to the Point of Beginning. The above described tract of land contains 5.00 acres, more or less, inclusive of public road right-of-way, and is subject to all recorded and unrecorded easements, restrictions, and right-of-ways.

to satisfy said debt and costs.

Marinosci Law Group of Missouri, P.C., Successor Trustee, (816) 287-0800, 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.

Marinosci Law Group of Missouri, P.C. Successor Trustee

(816) 287-0800

IN SEARCH OF LAND TO LEASE:

HAY GROUND, 51,000 Acres, CATTLE/SHEEP

GROUND, 40-1,000 Acres, Weed Spray

Included. Please Contact: Brady Sims 816-547-4991.

RUMMAGE SALE

Multi Family Yard Sale - June 10 8am to 7pm, rain or shine.

474 NE Hwy NN -watch for signs. Cleaning out basement so more stuff to

be added daily. All sales negotiable! Office and bathroom items, coffee table and bedroom furniture, doors, artwork, teaching resources, clothing baby through adult, exercise equipment, and so much more! It all needs to go, so come take it off our hands!

Garage Sale 701 Rural St Trenton. Friday 7-5 Saturday 712 Miscellaneous

Tools, 100' Electric

cords, shovel, wrenches, Drill Bits, Fishing Equipment, News Table Vise, NEW Angle Grinder.

Multi Family Garage Sale at 488 N HWY 65 Trenton. Fri. June 16th 6-6 Sat. June 17th 8-12 rain or shine. Women's Harley clothing and accessories, juniors, Women (M-L), mens (XL) clothing. Home and seasonal decor, Formal dresses (0-

2). Lots of misc.

NO HUNTING DIRECTORY

All hunting, fishing, swimming, and trespassing on land owned or controlled by the undersigned is hereby forbidden, except with the permission of the owner.

(Names added to this list for $25 per year. ADVANCE payment only.)

PLATTSBURG

Yard Sale June 9th & 10th Brimson Community Building. Lots of stuff

490 NW 5th Ave Trenton June 15-17 8am-5pm Oak pedestal stable with 6 chairs, small kitchen appliances, home interior decor, mens clothes 4x, star wars collectables, knee boards & boat toys.

AGRICULTURE

Buying standing walnut, oak & cottonwood timber. Cash or on shares. Call Mike at 816-248-3091

*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-3582682

See Consumer Oil & Supply for your One Stop Shop for Muck

and Lacrosse boots and gloves. Consumer Oil & Supply, 614 Harris Ave., 359-2258 Gravel, sand, top soil, mulch, river rock, boulders-Turney Mini Quarry 816248-2523.

ISO pasture to lease. Cameron, Osborn, Plattsburg, Maysville. Top price paid. Text 816-284-0570

FOR RENT

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medi-

The 43rd Judicial Circuit will be taking sealed proposals for:

The provision of supervision of probation of misdemeanor and municipal offenders and such other supervisions of offenders as the law may allow including supervision of pre-trial release, supervision of drug treatment and employment court, and supervision of deferred prosecutions.

Specifications and instructions for proposers can be picked up at the Circuit Clerk’s office in any County within the Circuit during business hours, except weekends and holidays. Submit proposals on or before the close of business on August 1, 2023 in a sealed envelope to: The Circuit Court en banc, Attention Hon. Ryan Horsman, Presiding Judge, 700 Webster, Chillicothe, MO, 64601. Proposals will be opened on August 2, 2023, and a proposal selected by the Court en banc on or about August 2, 2023 for services to commence September 1, 2023.

The 43rd Judicial Circuit reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and accept the best proposal suited to its needs.

(5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15/23)

TURNEY

3-24 Kenneth Turner 5-24

Additional Areas Available: TRIMBLE CALL

(816) 539-2111

To be added to the No Hunting Directory

cations, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Cassandra Brewer at 660-359-5647.

FOR SALE

New Holland HT 154 12 wheel high capacity rake with kicker wheels. 660-6351664

King Size Sleep Number Bed, Dual Control, excellent condition with manual. $500 Call 8167243214

Pond building supplies. Roll plastic pipe, 100 lb. & 160 lb. PSI. Pond shut-off & stock tank valves,

hydrants. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, Trenton, 660-3593660.

HELTON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS

Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or

Want To Compare

Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816-2891935 or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-635-0537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different"

Shelter Insurance –Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-3594100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re your shelter.ShelterInsurance.com Tdtf

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Clinton County Commission is soliciting bids for rock. Bids will be opened Tuesday, June 23, 2023 at 9:00 in the office of the County Commissioners. All bids must be sealed and marked “ROCK BID” on the outside of the envelope and turned into the office of the County Clerk prior to bid opening. For specifications contact the County Clerk’s office at 816-539-3713.

Please note: The Commission reserves the right to refuse any and all bids.

(6/8, 6/15/23)

HELP WANTED

The East Buchanan School District is currently hiring paraprofessionals, lunch/recess monitors, a special education teacher, and a middle school social studies teacher. To learn more, and apply, visit: https://ebc1.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

SURPLUS PROPERTY FOR SALE

The District also has surplus property for sale, which can be viewed at: https://www.govdeals.com/EBSurplus

(6/8/23)

Shelly's Pet Care, 660-684-6864, 103 S. Locust St., Jamesport, MO 64648. Professional, Personalized Grooming. Appointments available Monday - Saturday. 35 Years of Experience! Serving the Green Hills Area since 1996!

Havanese puppies available for adoption. No shed, hypoallergenic. 1 boy and 1 girl. 12 weeks old. 816-551-7686

EMPLOYMENT

Wanted: Head Cook at senior center in Gallatin-meal planning & preparation, supervision of staff. 6 hours/day, pay contingent on experience. Contact Deanna at 660-6632828 between 7-3 for more info.

RUMMAGE SALE

Multi Family Yard Sale - June 10 8am to 7pm, rain or shine. 474 NE Hwy NN -watch for signs. Cleaning out basement so more stuff to be added daily. All sales negotiable! Office and bathroom items, coffee table and bedroom furniture, doors, artwork, teaching resources, clothing baby through adult, exercise equipment, and so much more! It all needs to go, so come take it off our hands!

Garage Sale 701 Rural St Trenton. Friday 7-5 Saturday 712 Miscellaneous Tools, 100' Electric cords, shovel, wrenches, Drill Bits, Fishing Equipment, News Table Vise, NEW Angle Grinder.

Multi Family Garage Sale at 488 N HWY 65 Trenton. Fri. June 16th 6-6 Sat. June 17th 8-12 rain or shine. Women's Harley clothing and accessories, juniors, Women (M-L), mens (XL) clothing. Home and seasonal decor, Formal dresses (02). Lots of misc.

Yard Sale June 9th & 10th Brimson Community Building. Lots of stuff 490 NW 5th Ave Trenton June 15-17 8am-5pm Oak pedestal stable with 6 chairs, small kitchen appliances, home interior decor, mens clothes 4x, star wars collectables, knee boards & boat toys.

Plattsburg senior Wyatt Moran was the 2023 Valedictorian at PHS. The son of Amy and Brian Moran, Wyatt’s favorite class was history and his favorite extracurricular activity was baseball. Moran will be attending North Central Missouri College in the fall, where he will also play baseball.

LUIGI IN LATHROP

St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of June 5-11.

All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http:// traveler.modot.org/map/. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There also may be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

Andrew County

I-29 – Pavement improvement project from south of Business Route 71 to just south of Route O (Buchanan County) through late October 2023. An 11.6-foot width restriction is in place.

(Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)

I-29 – Concrete replacement southbound at mile marker 63, June 5-7. The road will be narrowed to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction aroundthe-clock.

Atchison County

U.S. Route 59 – Pothole patching, June 5-9

U.S. Route 136 – Pothole patching, June 5-9

Buchanan County

I-29 – Pavement improvement project from south of Business Route 71 (Andrew County) to just south of Route O through late October 2023. An 11-foot width restriction will be in place.

(Contractor: Herzog Contracting Corp.)

manche Construction, Inc.)

Roadwork in Northwest Missouri Saying Goodbye to Plattsburg High

More info: https://www. modot.org/buchanan-county-i-229-bridge-rehabilitation-project-6th-atchison-streets

Route AC – CLOSED around-the-clock for bridge deck repairs at the bridge over U.S. Route 36, June 5-8

Route V – Permit/utility work from Parker Road to the Platte County line, through early July

Caldwell County

Route 13 – CLOSED from Mill Creek Drive to Route P for the first stage of a resurfacing project from the south city limits of Hamilton to just north of Route HH in Kingston, through November 2023. The project will be broken up into three stages with a signed detour in place. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.)

Route 13 – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Route 13 bridge over U.S. Route 36 in Hamilton, through early August. (Contractor: Capitol Paving and Construction LLC.) More info: https://www. modot.org/caldwelldaviesscounty-route-13-road-andbridge-improvement-projects.

Carroll County

U.S. Route 24 – Bridge rehabilitation projects: S. Route 24 (Benton Street) over U.S. Route 65 through mid-June.

The north and southbound U.S. Route 24/65 bridges over Old U.S. Highway 24/Outer Road 24 and the BNSF railroad, located just south of the Benton Street Bridge through mid-July.

S. Route 24 over BNSF Railroad just east of the U.S. Route 65 interchange through September.

Creek Bridge due to deterioration. This bridge is included in a replacement project scheduled to be a part of the September 2023 letting for contractor bids.

Route E – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Walnut Fork Bridge, through August. (Contractor: North Central Bridge, LLC.) More info: https:// www.modot.org/gentrycounty-route-e-walnutfork-bridge-replacementproject

Route T – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Brushy Creek Bridge, through October. (Contractor: Lehman Construction and Wilson & Company) *2

Grundy County

Route W – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Wolf Creek Bridge, between Routes 6 and WW, through early July. A signed detour is in place. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.)

Route W – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the Hickory Creek Bridge, between Route WW and F, through early July. A signed detour is in place. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.)

Route N – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the No Creek Bridge, northeast of Trenton, through July. (Contractor: Lehman Construction and Wilson & Company) *2

Route 6 – Intersection improvement project at Route 146 and 30th Avenue, through mid-September. Traffic will be narrowed to one lane with temporary traffic signals directing motorists. Access to/from 30th Avenue will be closed through late June. A 12-foot width restriction is in place. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.)

Route J – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from NE 76 Street to NE 70 Street, June 6, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Holt County U.S. Route 159 – Pavement improvement and flood remediation project from the Missouri River near Rulo, Nebraska, to the Little Tarkio Creek near Fortescue through November 2023. Temporary traffic signals and a 12-foot width restriction will be in place.

(Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.)

Linn County

Route C – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the West Yellow Creek, 1 mile west of Missouri Route 111, through mid-September. (Contractor: Lehman Construction and Wilson & Company) *2

Route P – CLOSED for post-storm clean up from Gaton Road to Finn Road, June 5-9, 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Livingston County

Route D – CLOSED until further notice at the Rattlesnake Creek Bridge due to deterioration. This bridge is included in the Northwest Bridge Bundle which is scheduled to be in the December 2023 letting for contractor bids.

Route C – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the bridge over Shoal Creek, north of Route DD, through July. (Contractor: L.G. Barcus and Sons, Inc.)

Route M – CLOSED for pothole patching from Route V to end of state maintenance, June 5-7, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Route V – Pothole patcthing, June 8-9

Little Russell Maddick was a hit at the Lathrop Friendship Festival, as he fit the “Game On!” theme perfectly with his Luigi costume. Luigi is the brother of the more widely-known Mario, of the Super Mario Bros. submitted

Kids Fishing Day at Wallace

JEFFERSON CITY, MO,

MAY 31, 2023 – Kids Fishing Day, sponsored by Missouri State Parks and the Missouri Department of Conservation, will be held Saturday, June 17, at Wallace State Park near Cameron from 9 a.m. to noon.

Children and their family members can cast their lines into Lake Allaman. Fishing poles, bait and assistance will be provided. Parents are encouraged to attend. A fishing permit not required during the event.

This event will also

feature a nature display and drawings for prizes! All activities will take place at the open shelter house by the lake. This program is free and open to the public.

Wallace State Park is located at 10621 NE Highway 121 in Cameron.. For more information, call 816-6323745.

For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks. com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

Concrete replacement under the Route 6 (Frederick Boulevard) Bridge from Gene Field Road to Route YY (Mitchell Avenue), northbound I-29 will be narrowed to one lane through July.

Guardrail night-time work, Sunday night through Friday morning, 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily.

Route Y – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at both the south and north Bee Creek bridges through December. A signed detour is in place. (Contractor: Phillips Hardy, Inc.) More info: https://www.modot. org/buchanan-countyroute-y-bee-creek-bridgereplacements

I-229 – CLOSED southbound for a bridge rehabilitation project from Sixth and Atchison streets to Lake Boulevard, through December. A signed detour is in place. (Contractor: Co-

S. Route 24 over Little Wakenda Creek east of Carrollton through September. Chariton County

Route D – CLOSED for a bridge replacement project at the East Fork of Bee Branch Bridge through mid-September. (Contractor: Lehman Construction and Wilson & Company)*2 Routes 24 & W – Scrub seal project, June 5-9. (Contractor:Vance Brothers)

Clinton County

I-35 – Concrete replacement southbound from mile marker 47 to mile marker 40, June 5-9. The road will be narrowed to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction around-the-clock.

DeKalb County

Route A – Pothole patching, June 5-9

Gentry County

Route YY – CLOSED until further notice at the Bear

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