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North Central Missouri College Foundation Announces Honorees for the Distinguished Alumni Class of 2022

North Central Missouri College Foundation has announced the Distinguished Alumni Class for 2022.

Dr. Jennifer (Collier) Blacksmith, Jackie (Persell) Soptic, and Barbara (Higdon) Spencer will be recognized during the Pirates Ball on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Ketcham Community Center on the campus of North Central Missouri College. The Pirates Ball is to honor distinguished alumni, Voyage Fund donors and all NCMC family and friends. The event is a fundraiser for the Voyage Fund, an annual giving campaign to raise unrestricted funds to help meet the unmet needs of the College.

Dr. Jennifer (Collier) Blacksmith

The North Central Missouri College Lady Pirates signed Jennifer Collier, a Novelty, MO native and then senior from Knox County High School, to play basketball in 2002. Highlights of Jennifer’s two-year athletic career at NCMC include winning the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II Region 16 championship, and the NJCAA ranking her eighth in field goal percentage at 64.33. When asked to share a favorite memory during her time at NCMC Jennifer said, “My best memories were with the basketball team, especially when we won the Division II Region 16 Championship game! Coach Mothersbaugh had a certain way of coaching that brought the best out in each of us.” In addition to her athletic achievements, Jennifer excelled academically, earning an associate’s degree after which she transferred to the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. While attending UCM, Jennifer’s

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passion for working with children and families led her to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice, and a master’s degree in Psychology. She fulfilled her higher educational goals and earned a doctorate in School Psychology from the University of Missouri in 2014.

After returning to Missouri in 2017, Dr. Blacksmith has served as the Director of Behavioral Health with the Northeast Missouri Health Council. In addition to her leadership role as a director, she provides counseling services, psychological testing, and professional development to schools, and works closely with the University of Missouri through their Missouri Strong Kids ECHO outreach program as a mental health expert.

Dr. Blacksmith’s successful career in psychology could have taken her anywhere but she chose to return to

R-6 Hires Preschool Teacher

During a closed session held Thursday, February 23, 2023, the Pleasant View R-6 school board unanimously agreed to hire Abby Richman as a preschool teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.

School Board Candidate Forum

The Trenton Teachers Association will hold its Annual Meet the School Board Candidate Forum on Monday, March 20 at 6 p.m. at the Trenton High School Performing Arts Center. Mindy Walker, Member Service Coordinator for the Northwest Region of the Missouri State Teachers Association, will serve as moderator.

Each candidate will be given time to address the audience, after which time the moderator will ask each candidate a series of questions. Candidates for Trenton R-9 school board include Joshua Shuler, Ronda Lickteig, Robin Chambers and incumbents Jason Hostetler, Brandon Gibler and Andy Burress.

The public is invited to submit questions that may be used during the forum. Deadline for questions to be submitted is March 14. They may be emailed to Trenton Teachers Association President Anna Muselman at amuselman@trentonr9.k12.mo.us.

An End To a Great Season...

her roots in northern Missouri. She and her husband Joe live in La Plata, MO with their daughter Harper, where she serves on the local school

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Spickard Board of Education

Spickard Board of Education met February 27, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

The Board approved payment of bills totaling $19,833.60

Superintendent Erica Eakes reported that the January Top Pirate was Indilinn Allen. The staff participated in Situational Awareness Training and made some changes to the lockdown procedure as a result. The Book Blast raised $3,155 and gained the school and students 230 new books. Two AMI days have been used so far. Staff and principal are in the pro-

cess of developing the District Literacy Plan

CSIP goals were discussed and the work of the committee is on-going

The 23-24 school calendar was approved with the first day being August 23 and last day being May 15.

Certified and non-certified salary schedules were tabled until the March meeting.

The March meeting was moved from March 20 to March 21 because of Spring Break.

A gym usage request for the Alumni Banquet on May 13 was approved.

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Gallatin R-V Board of Education Accepts Resignations, Offers Contracts

The Gallatin R-V board of education met on Wednesday, February 15 in the high school library.

The meeting’s agenda was approved with the amendment of adding Nikki Berry to section V., A.Library/Technology Report. The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read. Payment of all bills was also approved.

Superintendent Dr. Justin Collins, HS Principal Brent Burke, MS Principal Chris Wever, CDSE Principal Nicole Thogmartin and Activity Director Chad Sullenger all gave their reports. Principal Thogmartin also discussed the 2023 Summer School Program.

Michelle Anthuis presented the high school library and technology report. Nikki Bird presented the elementary library report.

The board reviewed and approved the 2023-24 district calendar.

Dr. Collins discussed pending legislation concerning open enrollment

with the board. After discussion, a resolution was accepted opposing the legislation.

The board heard a presentation on the Gallatin Community Teacher Association from Amy Holder.

During closed session, the board accepted the resignation of Josie Williamson, effective at the end of the 2022-2023 school year. They also accepted the resignation of Monica Fawson, effective February 3, 2023.

The board voted to extend the contracts of Nicole Thogmartin as elementary school principal, Brent Burke as high school principal and Chris Wever as middle school principal for the 2023-2024 school year.

The next regular meeting of the Gallatin R-V board of education will be Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 6 p.m.

Dr. Jennifer Blacksmith Jackie Soptic

Barbara Spencer

The Trenton High School wrestling team travled to Columbia, Missouri for State Championships last week February 23, and 24. To read more about the 2022-23 THS wrestling season, see page 20. Congratulations to Sam Gibson for winning State Champion in weight class 190!

board and coaches her daughter’s basketball and softball teams.

Jackie (Persell) Soptic

Jackie (Persell) Soptic, a Piper High School Pirate from Kansas City, KS chose to stick with tradition, returning to the place of her birth and remaining a Pirate by attending Trenton Junior College, now North Central Missouri College. Due to her father’s employment as a locomotive engineer, Jackie grew up in Kansas City, KS. Unlike most high school seniors, she had a unique perspective of both life in a large city and life in a small town. Therefore, after her graduation she married her high school sweetheart, Warren Soptic, and returned to Trenton in 1977 to attend college, work, and raise a family.

Wanting to complete her education and start a professional career, Jackie returned to North Central Missouri College and completed her associate’s degree in 1989. Following graduation, she taught preschool for one year and began working part-time as a caseworker for the Workforce Development Program with the Green Hills Planning Commission. Her part-time job soon became a full-time position that eventually led to her becoming the director of the Workforce Development Program. Jackie remained with the Green Hills Planning Commission and within 13 years became the assistant director. Jackie’s commitment to public service and need to volunteer never changed, even as the demands of her professional career increased. She

was elected and served three terms on the Trenton City Council. Currently she is a volunteer for Bright Futures, Church Women United Thrift shop, Grundy County Senior Center Meal Delivery, and the Red Cross. Always willing to be of service and with retirement on the horizon, she helped to prepare staff and board members for new leadership by serving as a transition director for the last two years of her employment. In 2022, after 33 years, she retired from the Green Hills Planning Commission.

Jackie and Warren Soptic have been married for 45 years, co-own A.S.A.P Locksmith, are the parents of Jeremy (Cindy) Soptic and Jenny (Lucas) Lewis, and proud grandparents to Cole Soptic and Jackson Lewis. With her roots still firmly planted in Trenton, and her never-changing commitment to community, Jackie has thrown her hat into the upcoming mayoral race in Trenton.

Barbara (Higdon) Spencer

After graduating from high school in Princeton, MO in 1970, Barbara (Higdon) Spencer started her college career at Trenton Junior College, now North Central Missouri College. She received an associate’s degree in 1972 and transferred to Northeast Missouri State University, now Truman State University. While at TSU, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in English Education, a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology, and certifications in Speech and Theatre in 1974. She returned to TSU to complete a master’s degree in English Education and a certification in Library Science in 1976.

fered last year. Salary will be determined at a later date.

Board policies in Sections A, B, C, and D were adopted.

Mrs Eakes will continue as Superintendent/Principal for the 23-24 school year. This will be year 2 of the 3year contract she was of-

After College, Barbara began her teaching career in Jameson, MO and moved to the Trenton R-9 School District one year later, where she remained for the rest of her career. One to never shy away from work, she taught a variety of classes including English I, II and III, British Literature, Speech, Theatre, Composition, and Sociology. In addition, she performed several duties including serving as yearbook sponsor, cheerleader sponsor, color guard instructor, competitive speech instructor, theatrical presentation director, and curriculum committee chairperson for the English department. Barbara retired in 2004 after a 29-year teaching career.

Always willing and active, Barbara has worked and/or donated her time to a countless number of community groups and organizations. She returned to her alma mater, teaching Composition and Speech on a part-time basis for over ten years in addition to tutoring and assisting NCMC students, until she retired in 2017.

Barbara and her husband Steve married in 1971 and have one daughter, Trisha and son-in-law Scott Sharp and two grandchildren, Owen and Carly. Together they own Precision Machine and Welding in Trenton and enjoy spending quality time with their daughter and family, atlatl throwing, archery shooting, hunting, and fishing.

For Pirates Ball ticket information or reservations contact NCMC Foundation Executive Director Alicia Endicott at 660-357-6403 or at ncmcalumni@mail.ncmissouri. edu.

Feb 27-Mar 3 Dr Seuss

The open 1st/2nd grade classroom teaching position for the 23-24 school year has been offered to a candidate. Announcement will be made upon acceptance of the position.

Dates to remember: Feb 28-Top Pirate Assembly 3:25

Saint Luke’s Health System Announces the Expansion of Hospital In Your Home to Serve More Missouri Patients

Saint Luke’s Health System has expanded its Hospital In Your Home program, now offering it to patients of Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City and Saint Luke’s North Hospital.

This innovative hybrid care model provides stateof-the-art virtual technology and in-person, hospital-level care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. It originally launched at Saint Luke’s East Hospital in July 2022.

Since its inception, the program has exceeded admissions goal and has earned high patient satisfaction scores. Patients, especially those with chronic conditions, express gratitude for being able to avoid an inpatient hospital stay and still receive expert care.

“Hospital in Your Home’s rapid expansion to Saint Luke’s Hospital and Saint Luke’s North is a testament to the excellent quality outcomes and patient satisfaction we have

seen thus far,” says Dr. Michael Nassif, Cardiologist and Medical Director of Saint Luke’s Hospital In Your Home. “These patients are less likely to acquire an infection, require skilled nursing or rehab after discharge, and be readmitted to the hospital. This program has been and will continue to greatly benefit the community.”

Patients with conditions such as congestive heart failure, pneumonia, gastroenteritis, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are often candidates for the Hospital in Your Home program.

A 24/7 Medical Command Center—comprised of Saint Luke’s physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers (APPs), and technology support specialists—monitor patients in their homes, answer questions, provide virtual check-ups, and initiate any necessary emergency responses around the clock.

To bring this technology and care model to patients, Saint Luke’s partnered with

Medically Home, one of the nation’s most experienced virtual healthcare companies. Medically Home has worked with Mayo Clinic and Kaiser Permanente to bring a similar care option to their patients.

“Healthcare technology is advancing rapidly, bringing exciting new opportunities to improve care for our patients,” said Debe Gash, Saint Luke’s Health System Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Officer. “Hospital In Your Home allows us to bring an innovative care option to patients that would have been impossible to imagine only a few years ago. By leveraging the latest and most advanced digital tools and technologies, we are able to provide patients with real-time monitoring and immediate access to their highly skilled care team while remaining where they feel the most comfortable, in their own home.”

Week Mar 10-End of 3rd Quarter; PTO Paint with a Partner 6:00

Mar 16-No schoolTeacher inservice Mar 17-20-No schoolSpring Break Mar 21-Board Meeting 6:00

Charles Briegel died February 9, 2023. He was born June 11, 1934 in Jamesport, the son of Victor & Marie McCarty Briegel. He grew up on the family farm in Trenton.

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Charles Briegel

Charles joined the Navy in 1954 and accumulated over 6,000 flight hours.

LCDR Briegel retired from the Navy and moved to Florence AL, where he taught computer science at

UNA.

In 1994, he retired for a second time and moved to Leesburg, FL and then to Orlando in 2015.

Charles Gentry “Buddy” Bryan, Jr.

Charles Gentry “Buddy” Bryan, Jr., age 82, died October 15, 2022, in Jefferson City.

He was born on February 11, 1940, in Trenton, the son of the late Charles Gentry and Helen Elizabeth Mapel Bryan. In 1943, Buddy moved with his family to Clarksdale, where his parents had purchased a hatchery and produce business. His father passed away in 1947. In 1951, Buddy and his family returned to Trenton and then moved to Jefferson City in 1956.

Buddy was an Eagle Scout and served as Scout Master with troops in France and many in the U.S. He was a 1958 graduate of Jefferson City High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Lincoln University in 1964, majoring in Journalism.

He was a reporter for the Lincoln newspaper, started a weekly radio report on University activities, was a photographer for the yearbook, and started the Alpha Phi Omega fraternity and a monthly television program for Boy Scouts in Central Missouri. While attending Lincoln University, Buddy worked for Vital Records, Missouri Department of Health.

Buddy received his commission as 2nd Lt., U.S. Army, at Lincoln University in 1964. He was sent to France where he served as Commander of the U.S. Army Medical Depot in Croix Chapeau. He also served as the American Military Representative for all foreign military functions in Southwestern France, including during the reenactment of D-Day standing on Normandy beach welcoming the British boats along with the French Generals and British Admirals.

He returned to the U.S. and served as executive officer of the 12th Field Hospital in Ft. Leonard Wood, after which time he volunteered for an additional year to serve in Vietnam where he was assigned to the 8th Field Hospital. Buddy received an honorable discharge as Captain on September 4, 1967. Upon his return from Vietnam, Buddy moved to Chicago and worked for National Data Corporation

Disaster Assessment Training with the American Red Cross.

LaVinna May Courtney

LaVinna May Courtney, a 91-year-old resident of Galt, went to be with our Lord on February 25, 2023. She was surrounded by her husband and family.

LaVinna is the daughter of the late Millard and Mina Stewart Walker, born November 14, 1931 in Pueblo, CO. She was a graduate of Newtown-Harris public school.

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while attending the University of Chicago, earning an MBA in 1972.

Buddy moved to Kansas City in 1973 and was a teacher in public and catholic schools, including Martin Luther King, Jr., High School, Archbishop O’Hara High School, Curé of Ars Catholic Elementary, and Marlborough Elementary. He also taught one summer at Wentworth Military Academy in Lexington and taught computer classes in several teacher seminars sponsored by different universities. He served as a foster parent and participated in the Foreign Exchange Student Program hosting students from Brazil and Germany. He earned an amateur radio license and sponsored an amateur radio club for students.

He took an early retirement from the Kansas City Public School District in 2000 and traveled to Europe to teach for the next eight years at the International School of Bergen in Bergen, Norway; Taegu American School and Seoul American Elementary School, both in South Korea and last taught at Sigonella Elementary School at the Naval Air Station in Sicily, Italy. During those summer breaks, he traveled most of eastern and western Europe, Asia, Australia, and Hawaii.

Buddy retired from teaching abroad and moved back to the States in 2008, settling in New Braunfels, TX. In 2020, he moved back to Jefferson City to be near family.

He was a member of the First Christian Church in Trenton and Jefferson City, and the First Protestant Church in New Braunfels. He was also active in the New Braunfels Lions Club. He received certification in

Buddy loved teaching children of all ages and always enjoyed visiting with his nieces and nephews and the children in the neighborhoods wherever he lived. He also had quite a sense of humor. As a youngster, he took accordion and tap dance lessons and performed at recitals. He was a paper boy as well as a pinsetter at a bowling alley. He loved canoeing, sailboating, kayaking, and anything else on the water. He canoed on the Mississippi River and much of the Missouri River. He once took his paddle boat down the Missouri River from Kansas City to Jefferson City, camping overnight on the way. To say his mother was extremely worried is an understatement.

He is survived by his sister, Sharon “Kay” Bryan Bode, of Jefferson City; nieces and nephews, Libby and Jerry Block, Melodie and James Tharp, all of Jefferson City; great-nieces and great-nephews, Devin and Nicole Block, Ashland, Amber Block, Taos, Madison Block and John Mathis, Wardsville, Esther Tharp, Cora Tharp, and Timothy Tharp all of Jefferson City; great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews, Anniston Block, Laethen Block, Griffin Block, Lexi Stark, Eli Block, Montana Block, and Jaxtyn Mathis; and many loving cousins.

Buddy also was preceded in death by his brother Richard “Dick” Bryan, brother-in-law Stephen Bode, and greatgreat-nephew Stephyn Mathis.

A prayer service will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Resthaven Mortuary, north of Trenton. Graveside services and inurnment with military honors will be conducted immediately following in Resthaven Memorial Gardens of Trenton.

Expressions of sympathy may be made in memory of Charles Bryan to the St. Martin Catholic Education Foundation or the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

At an early age she professed her faith in Jesus Christ after listening to a radio broadcast with her sister, Mable. She was a dedicated member of Rural Dale Baptist Church and Women United for Missions. She served faithfully as a Sunday school teacher for most of her adult life.

LaVinna was united in holy matrimony to Leman Courtney May 21, 1950. The union was blessed with two children.

She is survived by her husband, Leman Courtney; daughter, Cynthia (Luther) Street and son, Edwin (Dena) Courtney, all of Galt; two sisters, Mable (Lewis) Rogers of Humphreys and Mildred (Dane) Linhart of Cameron; four grandchildren, Jim (Kim) Street, Rachel (Brad) Doughty, Brian Courtney and Zach (Maggie) Courtney; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Margaret Laughlin; and brother-in-law, Dane Linhart.

Funeral services were held on February 28, 2023 at Rural Dale Baptist Church. Burial was at the East Cemetery in Galt.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

Orenda “Rendy” A. Dunn

Orenda “Rendy” A. Dunn, 82, of Moline, IL, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at Wheatland Manor in Wheatland, IA.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd. in Moline.

Private burial was at Rock Island National Cemetery.

Rendy was born on June 18, 1940, in Norfolk, VA, the daughter of Leland and Clementine Andrews Trumbo.

She married Gary L. Dunn on January 31, 1959, in Princeton. He preceded her in death on May 17, 2015.

She was previously employed as a pharmaceutical technician at the former Lutheran Hospital in Moline. Rendy later worked as a paralegal in the contracting department at the Rock Island Arsenal, retiring in 1982. She was a member of Homewood Church and assisted in the church nursery.

Rendy and Gary enjoyed their many years wintering at Snow to Sun R.V. Resort in Weslaco, TX. She loved her time with the DLA Destroyer Leader Association reunions with her husband and friends. She was active in Girl Scouts for 50 years as well as Cub Scouts and a Brownie Leader. She enjoyed reading, attending

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Tuesday-Smothered chicken, broccoli w/cheese, wax beans, mandarin oranges, hot roll.

WednesdaySpaghetti w/meat sauce, house salad, winter mix veggies, pears, garlic bread.

Thursday-Openface turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes and gravy, stewed tomatoes, cranberry fluff, whole wheat bread.

Friday -Pork fritter on bun, potato sticks, lettuce & tomato, mixed berries, chocolate cake.

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bible study, and playing board games. Rendy was an avid cribbage player and loved her weekly mahjong games and also enjoyed jigsaw puzzles.

Survivors include her children, Paul (Rose) Dunn of Wheatland and Kerry (Tracey) Dunn of Green Bay, WI; six grandchildren, Timothy Dunn of Green Bay, Isaac Dunn of New York, NY, Charity Dunn of Wheatland, David Dunn of Wheatland, Adam Goodman of St. Charles and Sydney (Francesco) Pascolini of Greenwood, IN; great-grandchild, Dominic Pascolini; brother, Greg (Cyd) Trumbo of Lawrenceville, NJ; brother-inlaw and sister-in-law, Neil & Frankie Dunn; nephews, Mardis and Joe Dunn; and niece, Sarah McGuire.

She was preceded in death by her husband, mother, father, and stepfather, Richard Campbell. Memorials may be made to Homewood Evangelical Free Church, Moline.

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Galt Christian Church to Hold Spring Revival

The Galt Christian Church will hold its spring revival March 12-15 at 7 p.m. each evening. The theme for the revival is “The Innocent Among the Guilty”.

Normal Sunday morning services will be held with Sunday School at 10 a.m. and Worship service at 10:45 a.m. Special guest speaker for the morning service will be Tim Berry. Other speakers throughout

the week include Josiah Holloway, Sunday and Tuesday evenings; Doug Fairley, Monday evening; and Shawn Gott, Wednesday evening.

Wednesday evening’s service will be followed by a finger food reception in the church basement. Children’s activities will be offered each evening for ages PreK to 5th grade. A love offering will be taken each evening.

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Carol Wilford

Jan Hoke of Independence and Connie Miller Parkville of came to visit their mother, Betty Gardner on Saturday, February 18.

Steve Persell was among several others who provided music at the Veterans Building in Chillicothe at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 18.

Bonna Dittberner joined other members of the Grand River Garden Club for lunch and their meeting at Dinos on President’s Monday, February 20. After that, Bonna went to

Sunnyview where she visited with Dean Smalling and listened to Steve Persell and others who performed at 2:00. Bonna is anxious see her new great grandson, Leo Isaiah Bates, who was born January 19, 2023. He is the son of Austin and Maria Bates of Lee’s Summit.

Carol Wilford visited Bill and Kathy Waits in their home on Sunday evening, February 26. Cruz Duff, a great-grandchild who lives next door, came over to see who was visiting his grandparents.

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Elizabeth Gibson presented the program at the Thursday, Feb. 24 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held at the BTC Bank community room. Jackie Soptic presided at the meeting, Dan Wilford gave the program and Steve Taylor was the sergeant at arms. Ms. Gibson, a certified Tai Chi instructor, told the health benefits of the sport, in particular for the elderly in helping to prevent falls. She said a grant received by Serve Link many years ago allowed local groups to form a “falls prevention coalition,” aimed at helping to prevent decrease falls among senior citizens. Tai Chi is a slow, internal martial art with slow, meditative movements that provides health benefits such as balance, strength, coordination, flexibility, posture, cardiovascular health and even sleep.

While seniors are the focus of instruction offered through the coalition lo-

cally, Ms. Gibson noted Tai Chi is good for all ages. She teaches the classes at the North 65 Center at 10 am, with days determined based on other activities that go on at the senior center. The senior center and the Grundy County Health Department can be contacted for the schedule of classes. There are classes for both beginner and advanced participants.

During the business meeting, an update was given on plans for the club’s 100th anniversary celebration, scheduled for March 9 at Cross Hall Coffee Shop on the NCMC campus. The deadline for reservations is March 2. The program for the March 2 meeting will be presented by NCMC softball coach Sarah VanDyke, NCMC baseball coach Donnie Hillerman and their assistant coaches. Ryan Tepen will be the program chairman.

Trenton Area Calendar of Events

FRIDAY

Church Women United Thrift Shop, 17th & Harris, noon to 4 p.m.

Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m. For more information, call 359-2704. North 65 Center: Line Dancers, 9:30 a.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.

SATURDAY

Church Women United Thrift Shop, 17th & Harris, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Grief Share Self-Help Group, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 4:30 p.m.

Celebrate Recovery, Tenth Street Bap-

tist Church, 6 p.m.

SUNDAY

Narcotics Anonymous, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 4 p.m.

MONDAY

Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m. For more information, call 359-2704 or 3572367.

MI Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 2901 Hoover Drive, 7 p.m.

North 65 Center: Line Dancers, 9:30 a.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m

TUESDAY

Trenton Lions Club, First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, noon.

Domestic Violence/Anger Management Group, North Central Missouri Mental Health Center, 7 to 9 p.m.

Spickard Coffee Club, Wise Community Center, 8 a.m.

North 65 Center: Tai Chi, 10 a.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Fun Night, 6 p.m

WEDNESDAY

North 65 Center: Token Bingo and Cards, 12:30 p.m.

Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, noon. For more information, call 359-2704 or 3572367.

THURSDAY

Trenton Rotary Club, BTC Bank Community Room, noon.

North 65 Center: Tai Chi, 10 a.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Early Bird Bingo, 6:00 p.m.; Regular Bingo, 6:30 p.m.

“Why Are There So Many Hungry People?”

By Peter Allen St. Philip’s Episcopal Church

So there is a cartoon on the Internet...a guy and Jesus are sitting on a park bench, enjoying the day with their friend, and the

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guy asks…So why are there so many starving people in the world?…and Jesus replies…I was going to ask you the very same question.

A member of our congregation here at St. Philip's Episcopal Church noticed two posters recently put up at The Grundy County Library asking for donations to help Back Pack Buddies, a group trying to help hungry school children in our area… HUNGRY SCHOOL CHILDREN!…they contacted the number on the poster and then brought their concerns to church on Sunday...Here is what we can do, we were told...here is a list of the things they need to help others...Let's do it we said and we did... and will continue to do so.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

2421 Oklahoma Ave. – 359-3898

Rev. Josh Gottman - Pastor Andrew Bertram - Family Minister

SUNDAY

Morning Worship – 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School – 10:40 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6:00 p.m.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES OF CHRIST

1700 Princeton Rd. • 359-3928 (Office)

Casual Worship - 8:45 a.m.

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Children’s Church - 10:30 a.m.

FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

Pastor – Rev. Bruce Cadle

2113 Chicago • Office - 359-5374

SUNDAY:

Morning Fellowship...9:00 a.m.

AMAZING

Worship – 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY - Worship – 6:30 p.m.

CORNERSTONE FELLOWSHIP SERVICE

1015 Main, Trenton, MO

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service – 10:30 a.m.

DOCKERY CHAPEL CHURCH

Jct. W & WW, Trenton, MO

Pastor - Bob Casady - 417-459-2344

Worship Service – 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Church – During Worship

“Going Deeper” (all age groups) – 10:45 a.m. Youth Group

Every other Wednesday – 6:30 p.m.

EDINBURG BAPTIST CHURCH

660-789-2385

Pastor - Ron McPherson, 660-734-1782

Pastor’s Wife - Amy, 660-591-5788

Song Leader - Chris Gott

Pianist - Charles Mang

Sunday School Director Amy McPherson

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

FAITH BIBLE CHURCH

(Southern Baptist Church)

1813 Pleasant Plain – 359-6544

SUNDAY

Sunday School - 10:15 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Pastor - Steven Williamson

FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Del Weyer - Senior Pastor 660-359-4400

Micah Ferguson - Youth Pastor

Sunday Services: Kttn Radio Program – 8:30

Morning Worship...9:30 a.m.

Sunday School...11:00 a.m.

Evening Bible Study...6:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

Prayer Meeting...6:00 p.m.

GALT BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor – Gene Schreffler Home 660-673-6104

Coffee & Cookie Time - 9:45-10:00 a.m.

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m.

Church Training – 6:00 p.m.

Evening Worship – 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday Night Ladies Home Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting – 7 p.m.

GALT CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Minister - Stan Richardson - 673-6695

SUNDAY

KTTN Galt Christian Church Worship 9:03 - 9:30 a.m. every Sunday on the radio

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Worship – 10:50 a.m.

Jr. High/Senior High Youth Group –5:30 p.m.

MONDAY NIGHT

Women’s Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Goof Troop - 3:00 p.m.

Prayer Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

GILMAN CITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Hwy. 146 • Gilman City

Pastor Kobey Puls

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m., All Ages

Church Service - 10:45 a.m.

GRUNDY CENTER CHURCH

Pastor – Bob Casady

Pastor’s #417-459-2344

299 N.E. Hwy Y

P.O. Box 423, Trenton, MO

Prayer chain #660-359-3585

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Here in the Episcopal Church, when we are baptized, we are asked...Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself? And we reply...I will with God's help...WITH GODS HELP… not sitting back and leaving it all up to God… but serving Christ in all persons… with God’s help. Jesus said that when the last judgement comes we will all be divided up, into the sheep and the goats, some on the right and some on the left, the caring and the careless,…you can read it for yourself (Matthew 25, 31), those that do good in this story do not seem to know why they were separated out, they seem oblivious to their good works as though it was a natural, commonplace thing in their

HASEVILLE UNITED METHODIST

CHURCH

12386 Hwy. E, Humphreys, MO Arch Philips, Minister

Church Services - 11:15 a.m.

1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays

HATTON CHAPEL

COMMUNITY CHURCH

NW Highway A

Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:00 a.m.

HODGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Rev. Joe MacDonald, Pastor 315 W. Crowder Rd. – 359-5394

Worship Service - 10:00 a.m.

HONEY CREEK CHAPEL

CHRISTIAN CHURCH

333 NE Hwy. NN

Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m.

IMMANUEL

LUTHERAN CHURCH

1711 Hillcrest – 660-359-3076

Pastor Glen Gutz & Pastor Noah Burgdorf

SUNDAYS 3:00 p.m. Bible Study

SUNDAYS 2:00 p.m. Worship

JAMESPORT

BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Jim Whitley

660-684-6101

Music Leaders: John Agenstein, Ann Eckert, Lanita Smith

SUNDAY

Adult/Children Sun. School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Evening Worship – 7:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY Bible Study– 7:00 p.m.

LAREDO BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Deryl Niffen 286-2102 (Prayer Line)

SUNDAY

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:30 a.m.

Worship Service – 6:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Prayer Service – 6:00 p.m.

LAREDO CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Bro. Duane Campbell

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

Church – 10:40 a.m.

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Bobby Harrell 2711 Meadowlark Lane

SUNDAY

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Evening Worship – 6:30 p.m.

lives to do good works…but they are told, I was hungry and you fed me, I was thirsty and you gave me drink…

What can you do, to seek and serve Christ in ALL persons? What can you do when you love your neighbor as yourself? Imagine what wonderful things we can all do, with Gods help?

“Christ has no body now but yours, No hands, no feet on earth but yours, Yours are the eyes through which He looks Compassion on this world, Christ has no body now on earth but yours”

-St. Teresa of Avila, 1515-1582

MELBOURNE BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m.

Wed. Night Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m.

MODENA BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - E.J. Barnes • 660-359-1286

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:40 a.m. (Meal to follow)

RIVER OF LIFE UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

1900 Hillcrest - 359-2800

Pastor: Rev. Gary Pauley

SUNDAY

Sun. School (for all ages) - 10 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Evangelistic Service - 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY - Service - 7:00 p.m.

RURAL DALE BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor: Brad Prater

SUNDAY

Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Discipleship Training – 6:00 p.m.

Evening Worship – 6:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Bible Study - 6:00 p.m.

Children’s Activities 5:30 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH

2010 Oklahoma – 359-2841

Rev. William Fox

Sunday Mass - 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday Mass - 6:30 p.m.

Preceded by Adoration

Wednesday - Saturday Mass - 9:00 a.m.

ST. PHILIP'S

EPISCOPAL CHURCH

9th & Haliburton 10:30 a.m. Sunday - Worship Service 8:05 p.m. Sunday - Compline Service

SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday School – 10 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting - 7 p.m.

SHELBURNE BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Aaron Stark • 339-7325 787 SW Hwy. W • 359-5833

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:55 a.m.

Discipleship Training - 6:00 p.m.

Evening Worship - 6:45 p.m.

SOUTH EVANS

CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Nevin Curtis, Pastor 678 Northeast Hwy. Y

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 10:45 a.m.

SPICKARD CHRISTIAN CHURCH

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST

Pastor - David Binkley

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

TENTH STREET BAPTIST CHURCH

1200 E. 10th, Trenton, Mo. • 660-359-3307

Rev.

TRENTON FOURSQUARE

Extension Notes

by University of Missouri Extension

LET IT SNOW, FOR THE PLANTS

By: Kathi Mecham Field Specialist in Horticulture

March is almost here, what will the weather bring. We have had some nice sunny days in February, we’ve also had cold temperatures, rain, freezing rain and snow in February.

Many of us may hope there will be no more snow this season. Slick road conditions, cold temperatures, and shoveling snow are good reasons to be less than over-joyed for another snow

event.

However, there is a beauty in a snowfall. The snow laying on the tree and shrub branches reminds me of a Currier and Ives painting. There is also a peaceful and tranquil feeling that comes with a fresh snowfall.

Besides the beauty in a snowfall, snow also provides benefits to plants. Snow insulates the ground and can protect low-growing plants and roots from cold, it acts like a mulch for the plants.

Snow can also prevent frost

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201 W. Capitol Avenue Room 116A-2 Jefferson City, MO 65101

E-mail: mazzie.boyd@house.mo.gov

573-751-4285

To the Great Constituents of District 2,

Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.

-Robert Louis Stevenson

This week went by extremely fast due to Presidents Day. The House approved and sent two bills HB 417 and HB 640 & 729 on to the Senate.

HB 417 would allow the Department of Economic Development to award grants to qualifying employers for each employee or prospective employee who obtains upskill credentials. Credentials that could be eligible under the

program include manufacturing technology, cybersecurity, blueprint reading, medical assistants, pharmacy technician and medical records coding. Under the bill, the department could award up to $6 million per fiscal year for upskill training. Each employer could receive up to $2,000 for each employee who obtains upskill credentials. The bill would cap the total an employer could receive at $30,000 per fiscal year. This bill also ensures the funding, which is subject to appropriation, is distributed evenly among small, medium, and large employers. It would reserve one-third of the funding for

heaving, the repeated freezing and thawing that causes the water in the soil to expand and contrast therefore pushing some plants out of the ground.

Snow is a slow-release source of moisture for plants. As the snow melts, it soaks into the soil deeply and thoroughly. Snow is beneficial for flower beds and raised bed gardens for the same reason - the soil gets a good soaking.

There are drawbacks to plants from snow too. Heavy snows can damage tree and shrub branches. The increased weight can cause branches to break especially evergreen species. It is a good idea to gently shake the snow off the branches to help prevent any damage. Freezing precipitation is not so good for trees and shrubs.

small businesses with up to 50 employees and another third for medium employers with 51 to 200 employees. Any amount that is reserved and not awarded by March 1 of the fiscal year would be issued to any qualifying employer eligible for an award.

HB 640 & 729 helps Kansas City Police Department attract and retain the very best law enforcement personnel by offering better pay to officers and the Chief of Police. The legislation would eliminate the current authorized salary ceiling for the Kansas City police chief and allow the Board of Police Commissioners to establish a salary ceiling by resolution. The bill would also eliminate the existing salary ceilings for police officers, computed according to rank, and empower the board to use the salary minimums as a base in pay ranges for officers in crafting their comprehensive pay schedule program.

Last week, I filed a bill, HB 1159, which would prohibit the state librarian from disbursing funds to libraries that offer obscene/pornographic materials to children. We have to protect children’s in-

Ice and freezing rain have a lot of weight causing branches to break. It is best not to remove ice from plants, that can damage them more, just let the ice melt.

The next time we are unhappy or inconvenienced by snow, remember snow benefits plants in several ways. Someone recently told me she had always heard that snow brought Nitrogen to the soil surface. She is right, there is N in snow. However, it is a complex subject with many variables. It can be more beneficial in some area than others and can be harmful to some ecosystems. You can find more information at the National Atmospheric Deposition Program website.

nocence at all costs. My bill would also allow the general revenue fund that the Secretary of State disburses to public libraries to be used for maintenance and repair of library facilities. I think this will be a HUGE help to our small libraries that struggle with the maintenance of their buildings.

It's a pleasure to serve and as always if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to my office at (573) 751-4285 or email me at Mazzie.Boyd@ house.mo.gov.

Some of the things I have helped people navigate this year have been:

Helping with Unclaimed Property

Finding Income Taxes

Dealing with License/Titling Information

Helping Navigate the Department of Transportation

Helping with Unemployment Benefits

It's a pleasure to serve and as always if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to my office at (573) 751-4285 or email me at Mazzie.Boyd@house.mo.gov.

REP. MAZZIE BOYD MO House of Representatives

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In honor of Black History Month, North Central Missouri College spotlights student Gerald Gittens. Gerald is a second-year student from Brooklyn, New York, and will graduate in May with his Associate in Arts degree. After graduation, Gerald will transfer to a four-year institution to get his bachelor’s in business administration and continue to play basketball.

When asked what Black History Month means to him, Gerald said, “It’s a great way to honor black people that paved the way for my generation and the world as it is today. I like that everyone, regardless of race, can be celebrated in today's world, and we all intertwine.” Gerald went on to say, “It’s an honor to be black. Knowing what our ancestors went through and continuing to share my culture with others freely is nice.”

Coming from New York, Gerald often shares his culture with others. Gerald said, “The clothes I wear, how I act, and when they know where I’m from, people ask me questions about the differences in cul-

ture, and it’s a good way to share with others where I’m from. I enjoy meeting different people, and we all get along well together.”

At NCMC, Gerald plays for the Pirates Basketball team and lives on campus in the residence halls.

When asked why he chose NCMC, he said, “I like the small-town living, and it is comfortable. It has helped me stay focused and on track for my education and athletic career.” He went on to say, “At NCMC, everyone knows everyone and has a good relationship. I like to one-to-one attention from faculty and staff.”

Gerald’s favorite class is Business Communication with Instructor Sarah Bird.

Gerald said, “The class is really versatile, and we hear real-life applications to what we are learning.”

Black History Month is observed each February and pays tribute to generations of African Americans and their contributions to civilization. To learn more about Black History Month, visit https://blackhistorymonth.gov/

North Central Missouri College recognizes, uplifts, and amplifies the voices of our students and celebrates their unique heritages. To learn more about NCMC's Diversity and Inclusion efforts, visit https://www.ncmissouri.ed u/ or contact NCMC at 660-359-3948.

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Brought to you by The Trenton Republican-Times Weekly Feature on Individuals or Organizations in our Area

By Kristi Harris R-T Correspondent

The Garden, located north of the food pantry and thrift store, is a space intended to unite the community in growing something good. The Garden focuses on three things, producing healthy fruits and vegetables, educating about the benefits of such food and ways to prepare it, and celebrating nature’s amazing system of food production. Anyone who lends a hand or makes a donation can take home a bag of whatever fresh produce is available at that time. The Garden has regular hours May through October and keeps their Facebook page updated about what is growing and how individuals can jump in. The Garden is also trying to reach out in new ways through various community programs to ensure that more families benefit from the free fruits and vegetables. 2023 marks The Garden’s ninth season with Tyler and Ashlen Busick as the managers. Ashlen said, “We will never forget the moment, not long after we first moved here in 2014, when we were talking with someone about our thoughts to build a small neighborhood garden in the lot behind our house. That person was silent for a couple of seconds, then asked, "You want a bigger one?" So we gratefully and eagerly made plans to take over the management of the First Christian Church community garden, with much support from the church and community members.”

Last year, The Garden started offering vouchers for free bags of produce for families enrolled in the WIC program. The Garden also provides tours and

hosts volunteer groups. The Garden would like to expand that outreach and establish more relationships with community partners to get more free, healthy food to the people that can really benefit from it. Ashlen said, “We're always open to new partnerships and project ideas. There is really so much potential through a project like this - for church groups, volunteer groups, youth programs, mental health programs, nutrition and ag education, etc. We just need the people to help it all come to life. We welcome anyone to dream about how their passions and skills might intersect with The Garden!”

Over the years, The Garden has changed and adapted in many ways. Ashlen said, “We have learned so much, and yet still feel like there is so much more to learn! We have started trying to grow more food in smaller spaces, utilizing complimentary relationships, and trying to nurture soil health through no-till practices. We have grown some great connections with the school

- we have classes that start many of our seeds for us, and others who will come out to help us plant or clean up. We're very thankful for all those who have dug in alongside us and encouraged us along the way.” This year, The Garden hopes to add a space with pathways and raised beds to improve access so more people can participate, even if their mobility is limited.

Ashlen went on to say, “All can benefit and contribute to The Garden, whether one is an expert gardener or has never planted a seed in their life. A garden holds so many wonders for those who take the time to explore them. Not only are we able to enjoy the literal fruit from our labor, but working the soil and creating something beautiful with our neighbors both heals us and strengthens us.” For more information about The Garden, check on their Facebook page, “The Garden-Trenton, MO,” or send them a message, or email Ashlen at ashlenbusick@gmail.com.

Ashlen and Tyler Busick

Gerald Gittens

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Wright Memorial Hospital recently announced its 2022 Employee of the Year. Jacoby Ortega, a pharmacy technician II at Wright Memorial Hospital, was presented with the award at a ceremony held in her honor on February 16. The other finalists for the award were 2022 Employee of the Quarter recipients Kathi Tolly, Kim Hamilton and Jason Meeker. Ortega has worked for Wright Memorial Hospital for 12 years. In her nomination form, co-workers mentioned that “Jacoby is hardworking, reliable, dependable, knowledgeable, has a selfless mentality, has a fun personality, and makes showing up to work enjoyable every day. She is always willing to put in the extra steps and extra work it takes to accommodate co-workers and patients alike. She always has a smile on her face and displays a ‘say yes’ attitude to ensure our patients receive the best care possible.”

Ortega is a member of the Employee Engagement Team, participates in the Saint Luke’s Health System Career Advancement Program, serves on the SLHS Inventory Committee, and has her pharmacy technician certification. Ortega and her husband, Bryan, have been married for 12 years. They have two daughters, Lilly (14) and Rose (8). She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going to the beach, traveling, and watching her daughters play sports.

In recognition of the award, Ortega’s name will be engraved on a permanent plaque within the hospital. She will receive a recognition certificate, a parking space of her choice for a year, and acknowledgment in the local media and hospital employee intranet.

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Lindsey Schlared, Custodian from Trenton, has been selected as North Central Missouri College’s Outstanding Employee for February. Lindsey, an NCMC alum, holds an Associate in Arts degree from NCMC and is currently completing her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Missouri and has been at NCMC for two years.

Lindsey, when asked about her favorite thing about NCMC, said her coworkers and the students. Lindsey said, “When I switched over to cleaning Selby dorms, they needed my help over there the most. I absolutely love working over there.” Lindsey went on to say, “We have a really good crew. We always work together and ask more questions. Overall, we work hard during the summer, and it always pays off when the students start to come back.”

COMICS

More red ink

To encourage U.S. consumers to Buy American, President Donald Trump imposed huge taxes on imported goods. President Joe Biden has maintained many of Trump’s tariffs. Biden has also acted to try to bring more manufacturing back to the United States So far, those exertions haven’t made much difference, at least as measured by America’s lopsided trade gap with the rest of the world. The trade deficit — the amount by which the value of America’s imports exceeds its exports — hit $948 billion last year. Imports reached a record

$4 trillion, overwhelming record exports of $3 trillion. The United States has run a trade gap every year since 1975. Even though Trump’s tariffs targeted China, the U.S. gap in the trade of goods with Beijing last year hit $383 billion, the second-highest total on record. Imports tend to grow and the U.S. trade gap tends to widen, when Americans have more income to spend. If the United States were to slip into a recession this year as many economists expect imports would likely fall and the trade gap would likely narrow.

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*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.

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.

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Call MIDWEST MECHANICAL & rely on comfort. 800-425-0976 or 485-6611, Brian S. Israel, owner. For your heating & cooling needs. All Tax Credits & Rebates available! Geostar Geothermal Heat Pumps. Over 25 years experience.

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JAMESPORT LUMBERFull Service Lumberyard. We also sell Trusses/metal/ rebar/concrete blocks. New Hardware Department • Gift Certificates and Delivery

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PETS/ANIMALS

Shelly's Pet Care 660684-6864, 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!

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10 week old beagle puppies. 1 male and 1 female, tri-colored. $50 each. Located in Chula, Missouri. Call Glen at 660-639-3439.

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Carquest Auto Parts T & L Auto Supply, Inc., 1823 East 9th, Trenton, 3592268, tlautosupply.com

Monday-Friday, 7-5, Saturday, 7:30-12.

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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.mid-states.net.

4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683.

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

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PAGE TREE SERVICE

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

Free Estimates!

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LAUHOFF JEWELRY

Downtown Chillicothe620 Washington St. Open

Monday-Friday 9:00-5:30, Saturday 9:00-1:00. 660-6463504 www.lauhoffjewelry. com

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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 Hoerrmann - Owner, 30 years experience – 660953-0724.

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JAMESPORT BUILDERS, 660-684-6931, 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport. POLE BARNS – GARAGES, Spray foam insulation.

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BUY - SELL - TRADE -

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

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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

AKC Silver Lab puppies.

DOB 12/26/22. 6 silver, 1 yellow. Dewclaws clipped, dewormed and vaccinated. Nice, happy litter ready for pick up. NO SUNDAY CALLS. Silver Aspen Labs, Sam Packnett. 660-2871654. Located N. of Sedalia.

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INSURANCE

HELTON INSURANCE

SOLUTIONS - Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816289-1935 Or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-6350537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different"

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Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-359-4100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re your shelter. ShelterInsurance.com

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FOR SALE

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

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WANTED

Looking to purchase a 24 ft. pull-type camper in good shape. Call 660-973-1583.

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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

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WANTED: Land to build a home in Gower, MO or Platte County. 8-20 Acres on a budget up to $150k. Please call Phillip at 816-646-4152. Thank you for your consideration.

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FARM NEEDS

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

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*WANTED* FARM GROUND TO LEASE! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES, 660-358-2682

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

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Gravel, sand, top soil, mulch, river rock, bouldersTurney Mini Quarry 816-2482523.

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THE PEOPLE’S CO-OP, 1736 East 9th • 359-3313. Premium Diesel, Gas, 10% Ethanol – CENEX. 83 years of service & experience. MR. TIRE – Mastercraft and Yokohama tires.

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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 660359-5647.

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HELP WANTED

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.

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Grundy County Circuit Court has an opening for a full-time Probate Clerk. This position is 40 hours per week with benefits. Duties include processing court cases, assisting with court hearings, general clerical functions and customer service. Applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED, have efficient computer skills and be detail oriented. Basic knowledge of court procedures and legal documents beneficial. Mail resume to Becky Stanturf, Grundy County Circuit Clerk, 700 Main St., Suite 7, Trenton, MO 64683 or email to becky.stanturf@courts.mo. gov. Resumes will be accepted until position is filled. EOE --------------------------------------

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S SALE

For default in payment of the debt and performance of the obligations secured by deed of trust executed by William E. Draper and Beverly M. Draper, husband and wife, dated July 18, 2014, recorded in Book 631, at Page 641, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds for Grundy County, Missouri, at Trenton, the undersigned Substitute Trustee, duly appointed by written appointment recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds for Grundy County, Missouri on January 26, 2023, in Book 694 at Page 358, will at the request of the holder of said debt, on Friday, March 3, 2023, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., particularly at 2:00 p.m., at the west front door of the County Courthouse in Grundy County, Missouri, at Trenton, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the real property described in deed of trust, to-wit:

All of the West Half(W ½) of Lots Seven (7) and Eight (8), in Block Ten (IO) of Harris' Eastern Addition to the City of Trenton, Missouri and subject to easement for sewer pur-

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

In accordance with 165.211, RSMo., the Trenton R-IX School District, Trenton, Missouri will accept sealed bids for the Trenton R-IX School District bank depository services until 10:00 am, March 7, 2023. Bids to be forwarded by United States Mail should be mailed at least (3) working days prior to the scheduled proposal opening date to assure delivery in time for the bid opening. Bids are to be prepared at no cost to the Trenton R-IX School District and will remain the district's property. Bids must be delivered sealed and marked, "Bank Depository Services Bid" in the lower left hand corner of the envelope.

Bids should be addressed to:

Board of Education, Trenton R-IX School District

1607 Normal Street, Trenton, MO 64683

The district reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and waive any irregularities. Requests for bid specifications should be made to the Trenton R-IX District Office at 660-359-3994. Bidders are asked to respond to all items. Clarification or questions may be addressed to the district's superintendent, Daniel Gott.

THE TRENTON R-IX SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Feb23,Mar2

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poses over the North Five (5) feet of the W ½ of said Lot 8, Block 10, Harris' Eastern Addition, said Easement recorded in Book 294, Page 222 of the Grundy County Land Records; to satisfy said debt and costs.

/s/ Robert Cowherd Substitute Trustee dFeb9,16,23,Mar2

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Darren Lamond Schmadeke aka Darren L. Schmadeke, a single person,

dated April 13, 2017, recorded on April 25, 2017 as Document No. 17LR0426, in Book 649, Page 524, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Grundy County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on Monday, March 27, 2023, at 12:30 PM at the West Front Door of the Grundy County Courthouse, 700 Main, in Trenton, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash: All of Lot Nineteen (19) and the North Half (N 1/2) of Lot Seventeen (17) of CRAWFORDLEHR SUBDIVISION in Grundy County, Missouri, now in the City of

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

PROFESSIONAL ADMINISTRATION SERVICES

The North Missouri Solid Waste Management DistrictRegion B (District) is requesting qualifications for administrative and grant coordination services. The District serves Caldwell, Carroll, Chariton, Daviess, Grundy, Harrison, Linn, Livingston, Mercer, Putnam, and Sullivan Counties in North Central Missouri.

The District intends to offer an annual contract renewable for up to five consecutive 12- month periods, beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2028.

Administration services shall include, but are not limited to record keeping, accounting services, preparing grant calls, maintaining grant files for all sub-grantees, maintaining an inventory of District assets, meeting scheduling and facilitating, maintaining compliance with Missouri Department of Natural Resources reporting requirements, preparing an annual report, conducting biannual assessment of recycling services and activities, and other activities as directed by the District.

Information provided to the District shall include:

(a) The specialized experience and technical competence of the firm with respect to plan implementation and related work;

(b) Qualifications of key staff involved with the firm;

(c) The capacity and capability of the firm to perform the work in question, beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2028;

(d) The past record of performance of the firm with respect to such factors as accessibility to clients, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules;

(e) The firm's proximity to and familiarity with the area;

(f) The firm must have a minimum of five years' experience in grant administration services; and

(g) References from previous clients of related work with the firm within the past five years.

The above information should be submitted no later than Monday, March 20, 2023, by 4:00 p.m. to Jack Hodge, Executive Board Chairman, North Missouri Solid Waste Management District - Region B, Harrison County Commission, 1505 Main Street, P.O. Box 525, Bethany, MO 64424. Bid opening will be at the next Solid Waste Board meeting scheduled for March, 2023. For more information, please contact the Chairman at (660) 4256424.

All responses must be clearly labeled on the outside of the envelope "Administrative Services for the North Missouri Solid Waste Management District Region B." North Missouri Solid Waste Management District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites the submission of proposals from minority and female-owned firms. Mar2

Trenton, Missouri, to satisfy said debt and costs.

AT, Inc.

Successor Trustee

Gregory D. Todd, Vice President

314.621.5070

www.atllp.com

(Schmadeke, 85009-219, Publication Start: 03/02/2023)

AT, INC., AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE, MAY BE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND IF ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

dMar2,9,26,23

Request for Proposal

Central Depository for City/TMU Funds

The City of Trenton, Missouri is accepting proposals for BANKING SERVICES

Proposals will be accepted at City Hall, 1100 Main St., Trenton, MO 64683, until 10:00 a.m. on March 30, 2023. Specifications and more information can be obtained by contacting Ron Urton at 660-359-2283. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or waive any irregularities that are in the best interest of the City.

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

PLAN

IMPLEMENATION SERVICES OF THE NORTH MISSOURI SOLID WASTE DISTRICT

The North Missouri Solid Waste Management District Region B (District) is requesting qualifications for implementation of the North Missouri Solid Waste Management Plan. The District serves Caldwell, Carroll, Chariton, Daviess, Grundy, Harrison, Linn, Livingston, Mercer, Putnam, and Sullivan Counties in North Central Missouri.

The District intends to offer an annual contract renewable for up to five consecutive 12-month periods, beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2028.

Implementation services shall include, but are not limited to, updating the North Missouri Solid Waste Management Plan, creating and maintaining a website, implementing county wide collections of banned and special items, and solid waste education throughout the District.

Information provided to the District shall include:

(a) The specialized experience and technical competence of the firm with respect to plan implementation and related work;

(b) Qualifications of key staff involved with the firm;

(c) The capacity and capability of the firm to perform the work in question, beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2028;

(d) The past record of performance of the firm with respect to such factors as accessibility to clients, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules;

(e) The firm's proximity to and familiarity with the area;

(f) The firm must have a minimum of five years' experience in grant administration services; and

(g) References from previous clients of related work with the firm within the past five years.

The above information should be submitted no later than Monday, March 20, 2023, by 4:00 p.m. to Jack Hodge, Executive Board Chairman, North Missouri Solid Waste Management District- Region B, Harrison County Commission, 1505 Main Street, P.O. Box 525, Bethany, MO 64424. Bid opening will be at the next Solid Waste Board meeting scheduled for March, 2023. For more information, please contact the Chairman at (660) 4256424.

All responses must be clearly labeled on the outside of the envelope "Plan Implementation Services for the North Missouri Solid Waste Management District - Region B." North Missouri Solid Waste Management District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites the submission of proposals from minority and female-owned firms. Mar2

FINANCIAL STATEMENT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022

We, Phillip Ray, Don Sager and Brad Chumbley, duly elected commissioners of the county commission of Grundy County, Missouri and I, Courtney Campbell, County Clerk of that county, certify that the above and foregoing is a complete and correct statement of every item of information required in section 50.815 for the year ending December 31, 2022, and we have checked every receipt from every source and every disbursement of every kind and to whom and for what each disbursement was made, and each receipt and disbursement is accurately included in the above and foregoing totals.

February 20, 2023

Phillip Ray

Don Sager Brad Chumbley Commissioners, County Commission

Courtney Campbell County Clerk dMar2

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Trenton’s History in Pictures

Notification of Non-Election Filings for Grundy County

April 4, 2023 Municipal General Election

§ 115.124.1 If the number of candidates who have filed for a particular office is equal to the number of positions in that office to be filled by the election, no election shall be held for such office, and the candidates shall assume the responsibilities of their offices at the same time and in the same manner as if they had been elected. The following contains the names of the candidates that shall assume the responsibilities of office under this section.

Grundy R-V School District

Board of Directors (3 year term)

Zachariah Kasinger

Brooke May

Brenda Allnutt

Laredo R-VII School District

Board of Directors (3 year term)

Casey Bowe

Jason Meeker

Sarah Lowrey

Newtown-Harris R-III School District

Board of Directors (3 year term)

Justin Oaks

Judy Lynn Shelton

Dustin Lewis

Tri-County R-7 School District

Board of Directors (3 year term)

Jeremy Owen Turner

Jerod Heath Carter

Frederick Brent Dustman

Public Water Supply District #1

Sub District #3 Board of Directors

Bryan Archer

Linn-Livingston Water Sub District #3

Vote for One (3 year term)

Clayton Williams

Lincoln Township Trustee (2 year term)

Vote for One

Eric Hoffman

Board Member (2 year term)

Vote for Two

Derek Stimpson

Nathan Koon

Clerk (2 year term)

Vote for One

Anna Kramer

Washington Township

Trustee (2 year term)

Vote for One

Wayne Johnson

Board Member (2 year term)

Vote for Two

Jim Glidewell

Jace Glidewell

Clerk (2 year term)

Vote for One

Jerry Korody

Liberty Township

Trustee (2 year term)

Vote for One

Judy Urton

Board Member (2 year term)

Vote for Two

Larry Urton

Charles Wilford

Clerk (2 year term)

Vote for One

Dennis McDonald

STATE OF MISSOURI ) COUNTY OF GRUNDY )

City of Laredo

Alderman at Large

Vote for Two (2 year term)

Derek Eckert

Amanda Tobias

Town of Tindall

Mayor

Jimmie Shaw

Council Person

Vote for Four (2 year term)

Karen Wagner

Michael Wagner

Michelle Shaw

Glen King

Grundy County Rural Fire

Board Members

Vote for Two

Brandon Gibler

Justin Anderson

Harrison Township

Trustee (2 year term)

Vote for One

Ethan Griffin

Board Member (2 year term)

Vote for Two

Travis Tatum

Jarin Simpson

Clerk (2 year term)

Vote for One

Michelle Hanson

Trenton Township

Trustee (2 year term)

Vote for One

Jared Lamma

Board Member (2 year term)

Vote for Two

Albert Trump

Bill Wilson

Clerk (2 year term)

Vote for One

Linda Brown

Taylor Township

Trustee (2 year term)

Vote for One

Ronny Swank

Board Member (2 year term)

Vote for Two

Ireland Moulin

Ed Arnold

Clerk (2 year term)

Vote for One

Helen Swank

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In compliance with statutory provisions, I, Courtney Campbell, Clerk of the County Commission of above said County, hereby certify that the above is a correct list of non-election candidates.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the seal of the County Commission of Grundy County, Missouri.

Done in my office in Trenton, Missouri, this 16th day of February, 2023.

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“Trenton: Stories from Missouri’s Five-Points City” was a result of the 65th Annual Missouri Photo Workshop held in Trenton in September 2013. This 176-page book is filled with pictures & stories of local residents.

The Grundy County Panthers started off the week of Districts with a win against East Harrison. The final score was 60-21. The team’s lead scorer on the night was Tate McClaran with 10 points, alongside a lot of other Panthers who scored on the night. The team’s lead rebounder was Cole Peterson with a total of 11 rebounds.

The Grundy County Lady Panthers then followed the next night with another win. Their opponent was also North Harrison. The Lady Panthers deafeated North Harrison with a final score of 4328. The lead scorer on the night was Molly Milazzo with a total of 13 points. Their lead rebounder was Kinsley Allnut with 15 rebounds in total.

Grundy County Basketball

The Panthers second game was against the Gilman City Hawks. The Panthers took them down with an ending score of 80-51. The lead scorer for this second district game was Corbin Axtell with 22 points. Their lead rebounder on the night was Zack Cross with 12 total rebounds.

The following night The Lady Panther’s season came to an end when they lost to Green City in a close matchup. Their ending game score was 50-55. Their final game lead scorer was Adysan Rains with a total of 13 points. And the lead rebounder was Kinsley Allnut with 15 total rebounds.

The Panthers made it to the District Championship

where they took on a tough Green City team. They were short a few of their usual players, but worked hard to keep the scores close. The ending game score was 41-60 with Green City taking the win and moving on to the state tournament. The leading scorer for the panthers was Corbin Axtell with 14 points. And the leading rebounder for the Panthers was also Corbin Axtell with 9 total rebounds.

DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP

Axtell goes up for two points against the Green City defense.

(bottom left) Hunter Miller passes the ball before cutting through to run the play and hopes to get to score. He had a total of seven points on the night.

(bottom right) Tate McClaran goes up for three in hopes to end the third half with a close score for his team. He had a total of nine points on the night shooting 50% from the 3-point line.

Princeton Basketball Gallatin Wrestling

The Princeton Lady Tigers took on two District games, winning their first and losing their second.

Their first game against the Putnam County Midgets resulted in an ending score of 67-50. Their second game resulted in a 42-81 loss against Schuyler County.

The Princeton Tigers only had one District game as they took on GRC rival Putnam County. They ended up losing to the Midgets with a final score of 59-62.

Eli Sperry - Freshman, 106 lbs., 33 wins - 6 losses, 4th place, 18.0 team points

Champ. Round 1 - Eli Sperry (Gallatin) 33-6 won by fall over Kaden Gegg (Valle Catholic) 37-8 (Fall 0:14)

Quarterfinal - Garrett Beane (Lathrop) 49-0 won by fall over Eli Sperry (Gallatin) 33-6 (Fall 1:24)

Cons. Round 2 - Eli Sperry (Gallatin) 33-6 won by fall over Caleb Moore (Central (New Madrid County)) 23-7 (Fall 1:38)

Cons. Round 3 - Eli Sperry (Gallatin) 33-6 won by decision over Jayce Estes (Warsaw) 35-7 (Dec 5-1)

Cons. Semi - Eli Sperry (Gallatin) 33-6 won by fall over Trayce Switzer (Brookfield) 379 (Fall 4:18)

3rd Place Match - Bryson Dubes (Centralia) 34-10 won by fall over Eli Sperry (Gallatin) 33-6 (Fall 2:10)

Draven Wright - Senior, 144 lbs., 41 wins - 5 losses, No placing, 5.0 team points

Champ. Round 1 - Draven Wright (Gallatin) 41-5 won by fall over Dionte Henderson (Gateway Science Academy Charter) 21-12 (Fall 1:36)

Quarterfinal - Brendin Patrick (Butler) 45-0 won by major decision over Draven Wright (Gallatin) 41-5 (MD 11-0)

Cons. Round 2 - Draven Wright (Gallatin) 41-5 won by decision over Noah Kinney (South Callaway) 28-13 (Dec 42)

Cons. Round 3 - Conner Menke (Lawson) 36-18 won by decision over Draven Wright (Gallatin) 41-5 (Dec 8-7)

Logan Bottcher - Senior, 175 lbs., 25 wins - 9 losses, 6th place, 9.0 team points

Champ. Round 1 - Logan Bottcher (Gallatin) 25-9 won by decision over William Dobbins (Versailles) 28-23 (Dec 14-7)

Quarterfinal - Logan Bottcher (Gallatin) 25-9 won by fall over Connor Henderson (Central (New Madrid County)) 33-6 (Fall 3:49)

Semifinal - Ryder Gooch (Marceline) 44-8 won by decision over Logan Bottcher (Gallatin) 25-9 (Dec 4-1)

Cons. Semi - John Newton (Summit Christian Academy) 43-7 won by major decision over Logan Bottcher (Gallatin) 25-9 (MD 10-2)

5th Place Match - Isaac Rodriguez (Butler) 38-5 won by medical forfeit over Logan Bottcher (Gallatin) 25-9 (M. For.)

Gabriel Parker - Senior, 285 lbs., 22 wins - 6 losses, 3rd place, 22.0 team points

Champ. Round 1 - Gabriel Parker (Gallatin) 22-6 won by fall over Oscar Sauceda (University Academy Charter) 24-13 (Fall 1:54)

Quarterfinal - Gabriel Parker (Gallatin) 22-6 won by injury default over William Brown (Adrian) 31-6 (Inj. 2:59)

Semifinal - Dawson Miller (Penney) 49-7 won by decision over Gabriel Parker (Gallatin) 22-6 (Dec 5-2)

Cons. Semi - Gabriel Parker (Gallatin) 22-6 won by fall over Jarrett Eivins (South Harrison) 42-12 (Fall 4:12)

3rd Place Match - Gabriel Parker (Gallatin) 22-6 won by fall over Konnor Watkins

(Maysville) 38-17 (Fall 4:01)

Karydon Jones - Sophomore, 145 lbs., 25 wins - 15 losses, 4th place, 16.5 team points.

Champ. Round 1 - Olivia Chapman (Eldon) 49-7 won by fall over Karydon Jones (Gallatin) 25-15 (Fall 2:40)

Cons. Round 1 - Karydon Jones (Gallatin) 25-15 won by fall over Hannah Thacker (St. Clair) 37-16 (Fall 3:44)

Cons. Round 2 - Karydon Jones (Gallatin) 25-15 won by fall over Teresa Dawn (Nevada) 36-15 (Fall 1:47)

Cons. Round 3 - Karydon Jones (Gallatin) 25-15 won by decision over Abagail Burnett (Cameron) 41-13 (Dec 8-4)

Cons. Semi - Karydon Jones (Gallatin) 25-15 won by tech fall over Valorie Gabrielli (Polo) 49-8 (TF-1.5 4:55 (18-3))

3rd Place Match - Riley Howell (Brookfield) 50-8 won by decision over Karydon Jones (Gallatin) 25-15 (Dec 5-3)

Abigail Parker - Sophomore, 170 lbs., 31 wins - 16 losses, No placing, 4.0 team points.

Champ. Round 1 - Abigail Parker (Gallatin) 31-16 won by fall over Carly Foster (Fulton) 28-16 (Fall 3:56)

Quarterfinal - Iasiah Turrentine (Harrisonville) 19-1 won by fall over Abigail Parker (Gallatin) 31-16 (Fall 0:47)

Cons. Round 2 - Kenlee Fish (Plattsburg) 31-14 won by fall over Abigail Parker (Gallatin) 31-16 (Fall 2:02)

R-T Photo/Libby Endicott

- (top left) Corbin

R-T Photo/Terri Kelly DISTRICT GAMES(top) A. Henke goes up for two against the Putnam County Defense.

(bottom right) G. Kelly fights to score in the center against Schuyler defense.

(bottom left) T. Holt shows off his jumping skills when he makes a basket against the Putnam County Defense. Holt leads his team in points most games

SPORTS

Bulldog Basketball Comes to an End

The Lady Bulldogs ended their 2022-23 basketball season with a loss to Marceline. The final score was 43-55.

Astrid Soriano was the first to score for the Lady Bulldogs with a steal and the layup. Mirena King helped

keep the second quarter close by scoring two three pointers. The Lady Bulldogs played good defense but were still down by halftime. They made an attempt to come back in the fourth quarter but ultimotely fell short.

Two individuals for the

Lady Bulldogs where able to make the Class 3 District 16 All District girls team. Mirena King (Sophomore) tied for a third place spot with a girl from Carrollton. And Madi Moore (Junior) was the 10th pick for the District team.

and was able to kick things out to Novak who scored some important 3-pointers. The second half wasn’t as exciting for the Bulldogs as they got behind. By the end of the third Milan was leading by 25. The Bulldogs would have to make a great attempt to get back to a close scoring game. The ending score in the third quarter was 41-26.

The Wildcats were able to hold the Bulldogs to only 10 points in the fourth quarter. This resulted in their season ender with a score of 55-36.

The Trenton Bulldogs first took on Carrollton in their first round of District play. They were able to defeat them with a final score of 7259 in overtime. This was their first postseason win since 2019. They then went and played Milan at the Ketcham Community Center.

The first half of the game the Bulldogs exceeded ex-

pectations. By the end of the first quarter the two teams were tied 11 - 11 with Kiefer Tolson and Gabe Novak leading the team with points. By the second quarter the Bulldogs still kept up with the Wildcats tieing that quarter as well with scores of 20-20. This time the Bulldogs looked to Tucker Otto who had some great steals

The Gallatin Lady Bulldogs ended their season during the first round of districts against the Plattsburg Lady Tigers. The Lady Bulldogs came close to the win but ended up short with a final score of 48-50. They end their season with improvements from last year.

The Gallatin Bulldogs won their first round of Districts against the Polo Panthers. Lead scorer for the Bulldogs was Isaac Bird with 25 points. Gavin Wilmes lead the team in rebounds with a total of 6. The final score was a shutdown of 8131.

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(bottom) E. Copple and A. Feiden help trap the offense so A. Endicott can sneak in and attempt the steal. This resulted in a jump ball which resulted in favor of the Lady Bulldogs.

The Bulldog’s second game wasn’t quite as easy as their first. Their second round of Districts was against West Platte. The Bulldogs started off strong by taking the first quarter. They then fell behind in the second quarter when they only scored 10 points. At half-time they trailed by one. The second half resulted in overtime. The few minutes played at the end sealed the Bulldogs fate when West Platte was able to score four points to the Bulldogs two. The final game score was 5961. The Bulldogs lead scorer of the night was Payton Feiden with 21 points. The teams lead rebounder of the night was also Feiden. The Bulldogs will be retiring a big group of high school seniors.

(top right) I. Bird

B.

comfort each other as the final seconds tick down of their last high school game.

(bottom right) D. Stout jumps high scaring his opponent below as he gets up to the basket putting the ball in the hoop for two points.

R-T Photo/Alicia Endicott FIGHT TILL THE END - (top left) A. Ball starts the game off by facing off at the jump. She gets higher than her opponent in the fight for the ball.

right) Senior P. Wells goes up for the block shot in attempt to tie the score.

R-T Photo/Alicia Endicott ONE LAST GAME(top left) P. Feiden gets up to the basket for two. He led the Bulldogs in team points.

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R-T Photo/Andrea Markell

SEASON ENDER - (left) M. King shoots a free throw after being followed during Districts. (top right) A. Soriano goes up for the shot. She had many points for the Lady Bulldogs. (bottom right) M. Moore looks to pass off the ball. She was selected as one of the All District Team players.

R-T Photo/Andrea Markell

TEAM IMPROVEMENT - (left) K. Tolson goes up for two-points where he gets fouled against Milan.(top right) G. Novak shoots the long three, one of many for him against Milan. (bottom right) T. Otto grabs a steal against the Wildcats to help his team keep a tied qtr.

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Trenton Wrestlers at State Tournament

On Wednesday, February 22, the Trenton Bulldogs wrestling team and solo female wrestler traveled to the state tournament held in Columbia at Mizzou Arena. A total of six wrestlers did their best to fight their way through their weight class brackets among other Class One schools. The six students included Mason Rongey, Brayden Hughs, Hunter McAtee, Gavin Chambers, Sam Gibson, and Avery Clark.

Mason Rongey - Sophomore, 126 lbs., 42 wins - 13 losses, Qualifier, 7.0 team points

Champ. Round 1 - Mason Rongey (Trenton) won by fall over Preston Mallatt (Butler) (Fall 4:32)

Quarterfinal - Jesse Lane (Brentwood) won by fall over Mason Rongey (Trenton) (Fall 5:24)

Cons. Round 2 - Mason Rongey (Trenton) won by fall over Mason Smith (Sherwood) (Fall 2:22)

Cons. Round 3 - Cody Strope (Fatima) won by decision over Mason Rongey (Trenton) (Dec 7-0)

Brayden Hughs - Junior, 138 lbs., 35 wins - 8 losses, 4th place, 15.0 team points

Champ. Round 1Brayden Hughs (Trenton) won by major decision over Benjamin Breeding (Sherwood) (MD 14-4)

Quarter Final - Brayden Hughs (Trenton) won by fall over Drew Wilson (Lawson) (Fall 4:47)

Semifinal - Marco Dalakishvili (St. Pius X, Kansas City) won by decision over

Brayden Hughs (Trenton) (Dec 8-2)

Cons. Semi - Brayden Hughs (Trenton) won by decision over Draken Bennett (Maysville) (Dec 12-8)

3rd Place Match - Kellen Long (Butler) won by major decision over Brayden Hughs (Trenton) (MD 9-1)

Hunter McAtee - Senior, 144 lbs., 35 wins - 8 losses, 2nd place, 24.0 team points

Champ. Round 1 - Hunter McAtee (Trenton) won by fall over Alexander Top (Priory) (Fall 0:37)

Quarterfinal - Hunter McAtee (Trenton) won by fall over Keaton Coots (Lathrop) (Fall 5:51)

Semifinal - Hunter McAtee (Trenton) won by fall over Elijah Avery (Knob Noster) (Fall 3:02)

1st Place Match - Brendin Patrick (Butler) won by decision over Hunter McAtee (Trenton) (Dec 6-4)

Gavin Chambers - Senior, 157 lbs., 34 wins - 18 losses, Qualifier, 6.0 team points

Champ. Round 1 - Jeramiah Smith (Summit Christian Academy) won by fall over Gavin Chambers (Trenton) (Fall 1:57)

Cons. Round 1 - Gavin Chambers (Trenton) won by fall over Christian Williams (Central, New Madrid County) (Fall 2:18)

Cons. Round 2 - Gavin Chambers (Trenton) won by fall over Wyatt VanGordon (El Dorado Springs) (Fall 3:34)

Cons. Round 3 - Eli Henry (North Callaway) won by decision over Gavin

Chambers (Trenton) (Dec 86) Sam Gibson - Senior, 190 lbs., 48 wins - 8 losses, Champion, 27.0 team points

Champ. Round 1 - Sam Gibson (Trenton) won by fall over Aaron McClellan (Lone Jack) (Fall 0:51)

Quarterfinal - Sam Gibson (Trenton) won by decision over Elijah Benningfield (South Callaway) (Dec 3-2)

Semifinal - Sam Gibson (Trenton) won by fall over Trey Payne (Knob Noster) (Fall 4:43)

1st Place Match - Sam Gibson (Trenton) won by major decision over Max Heintz (Maysville) (MD 102)

Avery Clark - Sophomore, 140 lbs., 35 wins - 10 losses, Qualifier, 2.0 team points

Champ. Round 1 - Sierra Brassfield (Lathrop) won by

scored a total of 79.0 points. This was good enough to put them at 6th place out of 47 other class one teams. Their top wrestlers on the day were 190 lbs. State Champion Sam Gibson and Runner up Champion Hunter McAtee. Gibson was able to defeat fellow GRC rival Max Heintz from Maysville, by a major point decision. McAtee also fought a tough battle against an undeafeated senior from Butler, only losing by two points.

And even though she wrestled by herself for a majority of the season, Avery Clark made her way to the State tournament. She was able to score two team points and still take 78th out of 86 teams. Though she didn’t place at the state level she will have a lot of time to improve, as she is only a sophmore.

decision over Avery Clark (Trenton) (Dec 6-0)

Cons. Round 1 - Avery Clark (Trenton) won by major decision over Liliana Knoeppel (Sikeston) (MD 16-4)

Cons. Round 2 - Mya Sackrey (Brookfield) won by decision over Avery Clark (Trenton) (Dec 3-0)

The Trenton Bulldog team

R-T Photo/Katie Kinney

STATE ACCOMPLISHMENTS - (top left) M. Rongey takes on his opponent from Butler looking to get the pin. Rongey did not place in the top eight but he will hopefully be back next year. (next top left) B. Hughs takes on his opponent from Lawson, Pinning his opponent he looks to the ref for the win. (left middle) G. Chambers takes the top position against opponent, keeping him low to the ground. (fourth on left) A. Clark wins against her opponent from Sikeston with a major decision. Here she fought for the top position. (bottom left) H. McAtee fought in the championship match against a top wrestler from Butler. He fell just short of the first place medal but still

brought home second place. (right side) S. Gibson the 190 state champion wins agains a student from Maysville. The ref raises his hand and Gibson looks to his supporters in accomplishment.