Trenton Republican-Times_3-21-24

REPUBLICAN-TIMES

BRIEFS

NCMC Closed Friday

North Central Missouri College will be closed on Friday, March 22, for Spring Holiday. This closing includes all buildings and offices at all locations. The Ketcham Community Center will have holiday hours of 8:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. NCMC and KCC will reopen on March 25 for regular hours of business.

Bulldog Mascot Pancake Day

The Trenton R-9 Bulldog Mascot teams of Trenton High and Middle School will be holding a Spring Pancake day fundraiser at CF Russell Stadium on Saturday, March 23 from 7:30-10:30 a.m. The eat and pay what you want event will feature a menu of pancakes, sausage, biscuits and gravy, juice, coffee, milk and water. Trent the Trenton Bulldog will be there throughout the entire morning and Mickey and Minnie Mouse will visit from 8:30-9:00. The Easter Bunny will be there from 9-10 a.m. with a basket full of Easter eggs containing prizes provided by the Mascot team that the children will be able to pick. In the event of rain or snow, the event will be moved to the Trenton High School Commons. All donations from this event will go to the Trenton R-9 Mascot Teams of Trenton High and Middle School. Dave Burkeybile is the Trenton R-9 Mascot Sponsor.

Democratic Presidential Primary

The 2024 Democratic Presidential Primary will be held Saturday, March 23 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Voting will take place in the First Floor Conference Room at the Grundy County Courthouse.

Any registered voter may participate, unless they are registered as another political party member or voted in the Republican primary earlier in March. Voters must present a voter registration card or a form of identification, such as a piece of mail which shows the voter’s current name and address. In the event a county does not have a polling place, voters may vote in Grundy County or another county in which there is a voting location. The primary determines the number of delegates each presidential candidate on the ballot will receive in Grundy County. Those delegates will be chosen at the county caucus on Tuesday, April 16. To participate in the Democratic county caucus, you must have voted in this Democratic primary. Contact Marie Dolan for more information.

School District Approves Salary Scale, Insurance and Contracts

by Mark McLaughlin R-T Staff Writer

The Trenton R-IX Board of Education met in regular session Tuesday, March 12 and approved the 2024-25 salary schedule, named Rissler Elementary Assistant Principal Wade Proffitt as new Elementary Principal, approved Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield as the insurance provider for the district, and approved teacher and staff contracts.

Citing financial concerns due to a sharp decline in state funding, Superintendent Daniel Gott and the Board worked to keep staff progressing positively on the pay scale, not cutting positions or reducing staff.

The Board approved to allow a step on Certified and Non-Certified

staff and Administrative salaries, but froze movement on the base, years of service and adding lateral steps on additional graduate hours (Bachelors to Bachelors Plus 12-hours, for example) for another year.

Gott hopes that the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) June year-end report provides more money to the District in order to go back later and add those lateral steps. That would involve re-issuing contracts this spring and summer.

The District approved the proposal of the Missouri Education Trust (MET) to provide insurance benefits for the employees of the District. The cost to teachers for their share of their health insurance actually goes down

0.02 percent over last year.

Gott noted that the District is in its fifth year with MET. In the first stages of joining this multi-school consortium, the District was forced to pay a large “entry” fee, essentially a frontloading mechanism from the company that brought the District up to the Consortium’s standard.

In the subsequent four years, the rate has gone steadily down to a stable, “break-even” point based on District employees’ history with major medical expenses. Gott noted that the overall staff at Trenton R-IX is exceedingly healthy and has done the good work of “wellness” and preventative steps to stay healthy and reduce costs.

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County Local Use Tax on Ballot

by Mark McLaughlin R-T Staff Writer

Grundy County has placed a “local use tax” question on the April ballot, titled Grundy County Ballot Issue A.

The measure reads, “Shall Grundy County, Missouri impose a local use tax at the same rate as the total local sales tax, provided that if the local sales tax rate is reduced or raised by voter approval, the local use tax rate shall also be reduced or raised by the same action?”

A Use Tax is a tax on the purchase of goods by Missouri residents from out-ofstate vendors. Products exempt from the sales tax would also be exempt from the Use Tax. The language is confusing, but in a nutshell, it amounts to this – A “use” tax

is a “point-of-delivery” tax, assessed to online purchases from out of state, such as Amazon, Nike, or E-Bay, and seeks to tap out-of-state sales as a means of adding to county revenue for capital projects, bridges, roads, public safety and law enforcement, and the rural fire district.

A use tax is a sales tax imposed on the purchase of goods by Missouri residents from out-of-state vendors. The use tax is applied to the same type of products subject to traditional sales tax. The difference is where the goods are purchased and shipped.

Of note, the tax would not apply to residents within the City Limits of Trenton, which already has its own sales tax.

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County Clerk Tests Voting Machines

by Mark McLaughlin R-T Staff Writer Grundy County Clerk

Courtney Campbell performed a public test of voting machines to be used in upcoming April and November general elections on Thursday, March 14.

In attendance for the testing, open to the public. were Campbell, her staff assistants, County Com-

missioner Don Sager, and Becky and Dennis McDonald of Galt.

The testing of the machines is an important event given the controversy surrounding voting machines. In last week’s R-T, an article sourcing the Missouri Secretary of State confirmed that the machines used by Grundy County, Dominion Image

Cost PCOS-320C machines, are in compliance with Missouri statute requiring paper ballot voting, and the prohibition against DRE (Digital Recording Electronic) machines.

The County owns ten such machines, purchased from Elkin-Swyers of Springfield five to six years ago.

The test was completed

using SIM cards provided by the vendor, and “sample packs” of different ballots representative of each polling precinct in the county. The machines were turned on and printed out a tape before insertion of the “test ballots”, showing that no votes had been recorded. Each ballot is inserted into the machine. The top portion of the machine is an

electronic tabulator that tallies votes, and when complete, produces a tape record showing how the votes were counted. The bottom portion of the machine is basically a “bin collector” with no mechanical parts, and stores the tabulated ballots until the voting is completed.

The SIM card is re-

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Kiwanis to Host Community Easter Egg Hunt

The Trenton Kiwanis Club and Trenton High School Key Club will be hosting the Community Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30 at Moberly Park in Trenton. The event will get underway at 9:30 am with games and activities, with the hunt to start at 10:00 am sharp. Open to all Grundy County

residents aged 10 and under, the event will be held in the upper area of the park near the enclosed shelter house.

There will be age divisions for 0-3, 4-6 and 7-10. Children should bring their own basket for the hunt. The park will be sectioned off for different age groups to hunt for

candy and other prizes. In addition, one egg in each age division will contain a grand prize certificate. Those lucky finders will receive a filled Easter basket courtesy of Dave’s Body Shop.

Those attending should park in either the upper lot near the enclosed shelter house or the lower

lot near the pool. If using the lower lot individuals are asked to use the park road to walk to the upper area of the park so as not to disturb the area that is to be hunted.

Ambulance, fire, and area law enforcement will have vehicles and staff at the park at 9:30 am. Chil-

Pirates Ball is March 23

The sixth annual NCMC Foundation Voyage Fund Pirates Ball will occur on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Ketcham Community Center on the North Central Missouri College main campus in Trenton. A reception for the 2023 Class of Distinguished Alumni Joyce Cutsinger, Mitch Dougan, Pam Johnston, and Tony Ralston will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Jeanette Hoffman Robison Auditorium. A special invitation is extended to the previous Distinguished Alumni Honorees to help celebrate the 2023 Class and encouraged to wear their medallions. Great Western Dining will serve a plated meal with the assistance of Trenton High School’s Gold Rush at 6:00 p.m. The rest of the evening, emceed by Trenton High School Vocal Director Tyler Busick, will feature the four distinguished alumni, a reverse raffle fundraiser, and the vocal talents of Ben & Lauren Johnson. The Johnsons are tribute artists who perform songs from Elvis, Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, and more.

The reverse raffle will

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Old Glory flying at Five Points

R-IX

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Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield is the “provider” MET pairs the District with, and offers staff members five plans (two high deductible plans, with Board covering all costs, and three other PPO plans where the District pays up to $602 per employee, with the employee covering the rest on the lower deductible plans).

In new hires, Rissler Elementary Assistant Principal Wade Proffitt was elevated to Principal following the resignation of the current principal in January.

In Executive session, all teacher and staff contracts were renewed, and a number of resignations highlighted the session.

Resignations at the end of the 2023-24 school year include Corbin Coe, Rissler third grade teacher; Trey

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While Trenton residents get a vote because it pertains to the county, it will not affect their purchases, as that is already in place with the local sales tax. It will be applied to residents of the County who do not pay that local sales tax.

The purpose of a local use tax is to assess the same tax rate on out-of-state purchases as local purchases. For example, if a person purchases a piece of equipment at a store located in Savannah, the vendor collects a state and local sales tax on that item. However, if the same person purchased the same piece of equipment online from a vendor located outside the state of Missouri, the vendor is not required to collect the same local sales tax.

If you make an online purchase from a local retailer, even if it is a chain company, they may be collecting a SALES TAX on

Shields, THS English teacher; Whitney Morton, SLPA; Jackie Price, THS Student Council Sponsor; and Taya Ray, THS assistant volleyball coach.

Two resignations were effective immediately, including Kaylinn King, a Rissler Paraprofessional, effective March 11, 2024 and Krista Romseburg, a Rissler Paraprofessional, effective February 28, 2024.

New hires included Wade Proffitt, Rissler principal at a contracted rate of $76,650 and Salem Croy as Head Middle School girls basketball coach.

All probationary/tenured teachers were rehired for the 2024-25 school year and all returning Coaching/Sponsors extra duty contracts have been renewed for the 2024-25 school year.

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your purchase. If you are already paying a SALES TAX on a purchase, you WILL NOT pay a Use Tax on the same purchase. Simply put, a local Use Tax ensures out-of-state purchases are taxed at the same rate as purchases from your local businesses.

If you do not make any purchases online to an outof-state vendor, the Use Tax will not affect you. You are already paying a Sales Tax when you purchase goods and services and cannot be taxed twice, nor can it be “stacked” in a jurisdiction that has already approved an internet sales tax.

The Local Use Tax Rate is the same as the Local Sales Tax Rate. If the Local Sales Tax rate is raised or lowered by voter approval, the Local Use Tax shall also be reduced or raised by the same action. According to the Missouri Department of Revenue, the current sales tax rate for Grundy County is 5.725 percent. That info is currently listed on dor.mo.gov.

In practical terms, consider this example. A person in Trenton goes to Amazon to order a pair of Size 13 Under Armor Sonic Six shoes. The retail price of the shoes is $110 with $9.39 in tax, reflecting Trenton’s 8.364 percent sales tax. To live outside Trenton within the county, the shoes are the same $110, but reflect only $6.30 in tax, for the current sales

Kiwanis

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dren are encouraged to check out the ambulance, fire truck and law enforcement cruisers and visit with

were approved as presented for the 2024-25 school year, and like the certified and noncertified schedules only received a step increase for years of service, including Superintendent Daniel Gott - $111,909; Director of Academics Dr. Johannah Bougher - $76,650; THS Principal Chris Hodge$90,885; TMS Principal Micahel Hostetter - $83, 220; Rissler Principal Wade Proffitt - $76,285; Student Services Tara Hoffman$70,445; THS Assistant Principal John Cowling$73,730; and TMS Assistant Principal Dan Dunkin$73,000.

One of Gott’s “offsets” to the loss of $500,000 in state money for enrollment, a result of 80 less students in the District this year, was to absorb the positions and responsibilities of retiring or resigning staff into the existing, returning staff

rate of 5.725 percent. The Use tax would make up the difference of $3.09 with the use tax, and go to county funding.

Currently, on out-ofstate purchases, a State of Missouri Use Tax of 4.225 is already applied. The ballot proposition would add the county sales tax of 1.5 percent to get to 5.725 percent on out-of-state purchases, and for the county to gain that benefit.

As online purchases increase, local revenues decrease. Funds generated from the Use Tax will be used to pay for vital services, such as infrastructure and public safety.

Grundy County Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray provided a lot of information in a far-ranging conversation with the Republican-Times, but says this issue before the voters is an important one.

“We’re sitting in a courthouse that was built in 1903, “Ray said. “It is dated and needs lots of work, because we certainly aren’t going to get a new one.”

“The use tax brings the county into an equitable position with the city and with counties around us who have put this in place,” Ray said. “Counties have very limited funding mechanisms between property taxes and sales and use taxes, and this is just something that puts us on an equal footing.”

their personnel. Parents are encouraged to bring their cameras as there will be an Easter photo area at the shelter house.

Anyone wishing to donate to offset the costs of

roster.

This offset amounts to about $250,000. There will be more from the Republican-Times on funding shortfalls faced by the District, causes, and concerns arising from what we’re learning about this issue, and what Gott calls a “Perfect Storm” of bad news emanating from the loss of COVID money, the lack of a 2023 county tax reassessment, which cost the district a significant, but yet undetermined amount in state funds, and the loss of student enrollment, why that happened, where those students went, and the implications of it.

There will be more to come in the R-T over the next three weeks.

The next regular meeting of the Trenton R-IX Board of Education will be Tuesday, April 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the district office.

Ray noted that similar use taxes had produced significant revenue for their county fund, their general fund and their law enforcement fund.

Daviess County has generated $70,000 from the use tax, Livingston County $400,000, Linn County $487,000, Harrison County between $289,000 and $325,000, Carroll County $406,000 and Putnam County $90,000.

Grundy County has produced zero.

The use tax is an important effort to keep the quality of public services in the county at a level citizens deserve, and in the hands of leaders and department heads who can steward it most effectively for the County.

In a really sparse funding environment, it falls to citizens to make the investment. It also comes down to the spending habits, patterns and choices buyers make.

The convenience of Amazon Prime ordering or purchasing on E-Bay transfers local and county dollars out of the county, never to recirculate here again. The use tax enables the county to gain benefit from the money spent out-ofstate, and to recoup some small amount to invest back in public services.

The measure is up to vote in the County on Municipal and County Elections Tuesday, April 2.

the event are asked to contact Kiwanis member Kara Helmandollar at 359-5966, or they may leave contributions in the donation box at the event.

BRIEFS

Community Blood Drive

Community Blood Center will hold a blood drive at the North 65 Center, 2901 Hoover Drive on Monday, April 1 from 12-6 p.m. Donors are encouraged to make an appointment by visiting savealifenow.org/group and using Group Code: TN. For additional details, contact Todd Schnoebelen at 816-810-9274.

Spickard BOA Meets

The Spickard Board of Aldermen met in regular session on Monday, March 11 at 6 p.m. at Spickard City Hall. The agenda, along with the minutes from the December 11, 2023 meeting were approved. The payment of all January bills was approved. It was decied to increase the Grinder Pump credit to $6.50. The next meeting of the Spickard Board of Aldermen is set for Monday, April 8 at 6 p.m. at Spickard City Hall.

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moved from the machine, kept with the tape, and the ballots are sealed in a box at the polling place which is then transported to the Clerk’s office for final processing and then submission to the Secretary of State;s office.

If a ballot is filled out incorrectly, a signal alerts the Clerk and poll helpers that the voter has filled out the ballot incorrectly, or left sections blank. The voter is given a “second chance” to complete the ballot, completed with sharpie pens and filling in ovals like one would find on a standardized test.

Visitors at the testing did ask questions as to whether or not there was any way that votes could be changed, either by programming or some kind of modem connection to the internet that could be contacted by an outside, interfering actor.

Commissioner Sager, himself an electrician said that it was possible to alter counting but in order to do

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raise money for the Voyage Fund and, with audience participation, serve as part of the evening’s entertainment. The Voyage Fund, an annual campaign, supports NCMC with unrestricted gifts that allow the College to take advantage of opportunities as they arise and to meet any unforeseen needs of the College. During a reverse raffle, instead of one winning ticket being drawn, ALL raffle tickets will be drawn, with losing tickets being selected first and the final winning ticket/s being drawn last. Prizes will be awarded throughout the evening, and the final raffle ticket holders must unanimously decide to split the winnings

so, an antennae would have to be connected to the machine, and the “sender” would have to be within fifty feet of the machine at all times.

While the concerns of those deeply concerned about election integrity were addressed, they were not completely convinced.

From what was observed by this reporter, the conclusion is that if someone was trying to alter votes, it would be very obvious and very public that something inappropriate was occurring.

That the County Clerk retains the actual ballots, which are the “check” against any nefarious action, it seems that if obvious election fraud is occurring, it is happening higher up the chain than in the Clerk’s office.

The exercise was welcome, professional, and Campbell met the questions of the visitors in an entirely transparent way.

Municipal elections are slated for Tuesday, April 2 at eight polling places in the county.

equally, or the drawing will continue until there is one winner to claim the grand prize. Guests who purchase a table for six at $300 will automatically receive one reverse raffle ticket. A limited number of reverse raffle tickets will be available that evening for purchase for $20 per ticket.

The NCMC Foundation, a 501c(3) IRS-approved organization, works with North Central Missouri College to Transform Lives, Empower People. Those wishing to invest to help advance, assist, and support the growth of North Central Missouri College or learn more about the NCMC Foundation are encouraged to contact Alicia Endicott at 660-357-6403 or aendicott@mail.ncmissouri.edu.

DAILY RECORD

CIRCUIT COURT

Judge Carrie Lamm Clark

Jacob Robert Blum entered a guilty plea on charges of operating a motorcycle with brakes not in good working order. He was fined $203.50 and ordered to pay court costs of $207.50.

Grace A. Brown entered a written guilty plea on charges with exceeding the posted speed limit (exceeded by 6-10 mph). She was fined $60.50 and assessed court costs of $60.50.

Adam David Anthony Davidson waived an initial hearing and entered guilty pleas on three misdemeanor motor vehicle counts and a seat belt infraction. He was ordered to pay restitution by payment plan totaling $1,893.44 to the County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, with an initial payment of $71.40 due by October of 2024. He received a suspended imposition of sentence and was placed on two years of probation, administered by North Missouri Court Services.

Tony Clay Dittemore entered a guilty plea on charges of third degree assault, a class E felony. Execution of sentence was suspended and he was placed on five years of probation, administered by the Missouri Department of Probation and Parole.

Nathan Tylor Hoover, charged with one misdemeanor vehicle violation and one infraction regarding vehicle brakes not in good working order, pled guilty to both counts and was ordered to pay a fine of $27.50 and $1.50 in court costs.

Brooke Michelle Houk, pleaded guilty to charges of stealing and making a false affadavit to mislead a public servant, both class A misdemeanors. Houk was placed on two years supervised probation by North Missouri Court Services.

Samual N. Lewis, entered guilty please on five counts of misdemeanor passing bad checks. Court costs were paid in full, with restitution of $252.27 due to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.

Jeremiah Scott Randall, entered a guilty plea on charges of fourth degree domestic Assault, a class E felony. Imposition of sentence was suspended and Randall was placed on five years probation, to be administered by North Missouri Court Services.

Lloyd Wayne Shaver had his case continued to March 26 on charges of forgery, a class D felony.

Amos Slabaugh pleaded guilty to eleven charges of first degree assault or attempt, a class B felony and one charge of armed criminal action. Slabaugh was sentenced to ten years in prison. Imposition of sentence was suspended and he was placed on five years probation supervised by North Missouri Court Services.

Isaac James Wattenbarger, charged with first degree harrassment, first degree stalking and second degree assault, all class E felonies, did not appear as he was undergoing mental evaluation at a Department of Mental Health Facility. His case was rescheduled for March 26.

Kaliah N. Wilson pleaded guilty to charges of purchase/attempt to purchase or possession of liquor by minorfirst offense. She was fined $100 and court costs.

REAL ESTATE

Betty J. Siemer, et al, to Brice Gibler

Jacob A. Smith and Wife to Joshua Jones

Timothy Bland to Septi S. Fine and Wife

Lost Creek Land Company LLC to Jonathan Troy Bright

Lost Creek Land Company LLC to Jonathan Troy Bright

Four Facing Charges

Bevan James Bohm, 47, of Kansas City, was arrested on March 14 in Buchanan County and returned to Grundy County on two class D felony charges of stealing a motor vehicle/watercraft/aircraft and a second count of stealing, $750 or above.

The complaint alleges that on or about January 27, 2020, Bohm, while acting in concert with Kellie Holtman, appropriated a 2013 Dodge Avenger, which was owned by Patricia Calivere, by means of deceit and with the purpose to deprive her thereof.

Bohm is a prior and persistent offender, having been convicted of two or more felonies committed at different times.

Bohm’s court date has been set for April 11 in Grundy County Circuit Court. He is being held in the Grundy County Jail on a $20,000 cash only bond.

John J. Javyak, 24, of Trenton, was arrested on March 12, 2024, and charged with operating a motor vehicle without maintaining financial re-

NCMC Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline is April 1

North Central Missouri College Foundation has announced that the NCMC Foundation Scholarship application deadline for the 2024-2025 academic year is 4:30 p.m. on April 1, 2024. Any student planning to attend NCMC full-time in the fall is strongly encouraged to apply.

“The Foundation requires only one online application, which puts students in the running for all the scholarships they may qualify for,” indicated NCMC Scholarship Coordinator Kristi Varner. For the 2024-2025 academic year, the Foundation will award over $260,000 in scholarships due to the generosity of many supporters who believe in investing in

NCMC students. Varner encourages students to apply early, as an essay is required.

Incoming, returning, or transferring students can access and complete the scholarship application through www.ncmissouri. edu/foundation/foundationscholarships/. For consideration of all eligible scholarships, both prospective and current students complete one online application per year. Financial need, academic progress, a program of study, essay, and/or a combination of these factors are the basis of scholarship selection. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to Ms. Varner at (660) 357-6321.

OBITUARIES

Jacqueline E. Dowell

Jacqueline E. Dowell, an 86-year-old resident of Trenton, died at 5:40 p.m., Sunday, March 17, 2024 at Sunnyview Nursing Home in Trenton.

Memorial services will be held Friday, March 22, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Slater-Neal Funeral Home in Trenton.

Ms. Dowell was born January 20, 1938 in Moline, IL, the daughter of Fred and Bertha VanBeaveran Hynd.

She was raised in the Moline area and then lived most of her married life in Colorado, moving to Trenton in August of 1990.

Her survivors include three daughters, Sonja

Yauk of Winsor, CO, Pat Dowell, of Trenton and Kelly Udovich of Trenton; two sisters, Jean Wilcox and Sally Teichman, both of East Moline, IL; eight grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one great-granddaughter Shannon Jeannoutot; partner, Hayden Staniferd; two sisters, Mary Rice and Sandy Neels; one brother, Fred Hynd; and Don Dowell.

Memorials to the American Cancer Society may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

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sponsibility, a class D misdemeanor and exceeded the posted speed limit (25 mph or more), a class B misdemeanor.

Javyak was assigned a court date of March 26, 2024 and ordered held on a $158 cash only bond, with standard conditions on the first count, and $272.00 cash only bond with standard conditions on the second count.

Josette Michelle Hall, 40, of Trenton, was arrested by the Trenton Police Department on March 13, 2024 and charged with second degree endangering the welfare of a child, a class A misdemeanor.

The complaint alleges that on or about March 7, 2024, the defendant acted with criminal negligence in a manner that created a substantial risk to the health of a child less than seventeen years of age, by allowing the victim to smoke marijuana.

Chalk Talk

by Mark McLaughlin R-T Staff Writer

My opening line to almost every class of students I have taught over the last twenty years has been this… “The two most important days of your life are the day you are born, and the day you find out why you are here.”

I do not believe that oil, natural gas, timber, diamonds, lithium or any other rare earth mineral is as indispensable an asset to our nation as the minds, hands and feet of the young people that we raise to adulthood in this country.

One reason I believe In God is this…In order to believe that we are here by more than some accident of fate, or random dumb luck, one has to believe that every person on the planet is here for a reason, that there is some work that they have been put here to do.

My work in education was with teenagers, mostly, though in later years I dipped down even younger in age. My experience is that kids are “born good”, that they begin with a view of life that every day is an adventure, and they work their way through the social structures of family, school and community and succeed in varying degrees based on their confidence level, their social skill sets, and yes, their environment.

In the Nature vs. Nurture debate, there are two schools of thought. Kids are taught to be self-sufficient, resilient, mentally and physically tough, and capable when handling adversity, and they learn the early life lesson that nothing in life is free… you have to work for it. You have to want it. You have to compete for it, and you have to understand that there will be days we fall short and fail.

Suck it up, buttercup…Rub a little dirt on it and get back in the game.

There’s the other school of thought that life isn’t fair, if you fail, it’s because someone else had more advantages than you, were born on third base and thought they hit a triple, and can’t form words to say, “I can do better” because of the silver spoon stuck in their mouths. Many who do succeed in spite of it all believe they’re entitled, and many of those who simply quit trying still feel they are entitled.

In other words, I am a victim. I am helpless. I am discrim-

Letters to the Editor

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times to be successful. Eventually, more and more people will believe it. The misinformation in this article is fascism in action!

Rick Neff

As a point of order, the Republican-Times loves receiving letters from local readers but we have a strict letter policy; ALL

inated against for any one of myriad reasons. This mindset becomes, you owe me. You hate me, you discriminate against me, you hold me back. You need to repair the damage you have done to me.

It is from this that affirmative action, talk of reparations, and much hate speech begins…This is the root of the “grievance industry.”

Helping young people find purpose is about helping them find out the strengths in themselves that they never knew they had. Parents should be the ones that help them find these gifts and develop them, but teachers, coaches, church pastors, community kid advocates are all part of this process.

Be Obi-Wan Kenobi. Become a Certified Unicorn Whisperer. Make an investment in that struggling young person you see, or in the gifted one …Guide him or her.

In coaching, I’ve encountered kids that showed up on day one ready for prime time. They have a quality I referred to in a book I wrote titled, “An Extra Heartbeat” that discussed how to build teams around spectacular people, not just spectacular physical talents.

Caitlin Clark’s remarkable tear through women’s college basketball made her the “poster child” for college athletics. She’s a generational athlete that comes along once every twenty-five years.

She is a unicorn above all other unicorns.

She’s handed out over 1,000 assists in a career that featured numbers approaching 4,000 points scored. In a Big Ten Tournament semifinal game, Clark scored 24 points, but handed out 16 assists, accounting for 60-plus of her team’s 92 points in an overtime victory over Nebraska.

She’s got a platform. She found her voice. She recognizes her impact on the game and on the aspirations of many, many young people …both boys and girls, who say, “I want to be like her when I grow up.”

The purpose-driven young person goes a step further. He or she says this, “I don’t want to be like her…I want to BE her.”

I’ve coached Division I athletes. I’ve coached kids who received appointments to Annapolis, West Point, and Colorado Springs. I’ve coached two kids who went pro and developed leadership traits in at least one young man, a former NFL placekicker who once hit six field goals in a Monday night NFL game for the Dallas Cowboys.

He was a better kid than he was a player. But he knew what he wanted. He knew why he was here. And now ten years out of the NFL, Billy Cundiff runs a kicking school, taught high school social studies and coaches football and basketball.

He is somebody’s hero. Somebody’s role model. Somebody’s Obi Wan.

One of the last young people I coached in basketball was

LETTERS MUST BE SIGNED AND ADDRESSED. A phone number is preferred in case we need to call you to ask a question or verify a fact.

And yes, we check if we don’t know.

I received a splendid letter last week but alas, it wasn’t signed. Now it will probably never see the light of day or be investigated further, all because there was not a name attached.

Shame, as it was an interesting premise about how our area roads are deteriorating and MoDot (and their contractors) might know why (as if there was inside information). Something about thickness of asphalt or condition of underlayment.

But…we may never know if you really had some insight or were but a conspiracy theorist waxing poetic about the failing as-

a young one. He had a lot of advantages, and a very deep well of natural athletic talent. But there was something different about him that, as he heads to high school next year, he won’t just be a great player, but he can be a transformational leader.

Ten minutes into the first basketball practice of the year, I had just sent kids into a drill and heard him say, loudly, “Let’s GO, boys, Let’s go.”

He wasn’t a rah rah cheerleader. His words had weight. He had enormous credibility with his teammates because all of them knew that he wouldn’t ask anything of them that he wasn’t willing to give himself. Every eye was on him, and his teammates responded to him. Effort level exploded, listening was intense, and he was the one leading with words to exhort, and questions to coaches that others had but were afraid to ask.

I smiled. I had suspected it for years before getting him on the court. I knew…He spoke perfect, fluent, unicorn.

He has a natural “protector” instinct and he sees when his peers are out of line. He calls them on it. He is principled, knows the difference between right and wrong, and he knows that he has talent, but also knows this… “To them whom much is given, much more will be required.”

With great power, comes great responsibility.

When other kids complained about conditioning, he would say things like, “we’re not in shape, we have to work harder”, or when we were working through on-floor stuff, kids would leave the gym complaining about the repetitions and he’d say, “We’re not ready to play yet…we have to get better at this.” When they ran lines, it was him shouting to his peers, “Don’t let yourself come in last!”

He had a mind, but something more...he had a giant, beating heart. He had an extra heartbeat.

He has an interest in military service, specifically in special forces…Navy SEALS, Delta Force, Army Rangers...and he will excel.

That will play into leadership of other men and women. It will play into service. And in a time where young people are weak, flabby, timid, lazy, whining bumps on a log, he’ll be a lumberjack.

He, like most young people, doesn’t have the clearest picture yet of exactly what the purpose is to be, but he’s chasing it, knowing that he’ll be successful, possibly affluent, but will have a sense of responsibility to others, his family, his community, and maybe even his country.

The day that that purpose comes into stark relief will be the second most important day in his life. And it will be a day that teachers, coaches and certified unicorn whisperers will rejoice.

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So to sum it up, what have we learned here, kids? The newspaper only works if everything is out in the light and all parties are known.

So sign your letters and include an address and phone number (for verification purposes only, not publication) and we will consider it for publication. I have selectively included my phone and address because I want you to

send me letters. Maybe someone might want to reconsider and resubmit with a signature this time.

For our opinions to be worth the paper they are printed on, they need a name or else we are no better than that social media drivel that shamefully passes as news today.

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The Laredo Lions Club met on Monday, March 11, at 1:00 at the Laredo Community Building. After the pledge to the American flag, Dan Wilford opened the meeting with prayer. A nice lunch was served. Members present were Bonna Dittberner, Martha Owen, Dan and Carol Wilford, Margaret Chapman and Dean Smalling. Steve Persell became a new member. Final plans were made for the Pancake and Sausage Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, April 6. A reminder was given about the Lions District Convention in Chillicothe on Mar. 15-16. It was announced that the State Lions Convention will be at the Old Kinderhook Resort in Camdenton. Lions Scholarships were discussed. The next meeting will be Monday, April 8, at

1:00 p.m.

Bill Waits continues having weekly physical therapy at Wright Memorial, but has been enjoying visitors since he came home from the hospital. Last weekend, Kristi Waits and her granddaughter, Jaylyn Southers of Chillicothe came by. On another day, Stan and Mary Helen Richardson of Galt stopped by. Also visiting were grandsons, Reece Miller of Chillicothe and Christopher Jones and daughter, Avery of Trenton. This week Maurice and Marilyn Shipley of Trenton came over one afternoon. Kathy Waits drove to the funeral of Jerry Moulin of Gilman City on Saturday, March 16. Kathy and Bill’s grandson, and next door neighbor, Emerson Womack has been a great help to carry in groceries when needed.

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Shakespearean Circle Continues Study Discussions on “The Merchant of Venice”

The Shakespearean Circle met on Wednesday, March 13 at 1:30 pm at the Activity Center of the First Christian Church in Trenton. Members in attendance included Krista Rickerson, Amy White, Susan Engelmann, Sarah Dannar and Terry Cobb.

Following the business meeting, Amy White introduced Act III of “The Merchant of Venice” and discussed how Shylock’s monologue was a highlight of the act. In his speech, Shylock makes the point of how Jews are human beings who laugh, cry and

bleed. During this scene, the audience considers whether he is a sympathetic or villainous character. Members viewed a video of Acts II and III and discussed study questions.

The next meeting of the Shakespearean Circle will be at 1:30 pm on March 27, 2024 at the First Christian Church Activity Center. Terry Cobb will lead the study of Act IV.

A Card Shower has been Requested by the Family of Sarah Elder for her 100th Birthday on March 23

Cards may be mailed to:

Sarah Elder, Room #216

c/o Sunnyview Nursing Home

1311 E. 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683

Full-Time Relief Driver Wanted

Trenton Coca-Cola Bottling Co., LLC

is seeking to hire a full-time relief driver. This is a Tuesday through Saturday schedule, with competitive pay and benefits. A chauffeur’s license, good driving record and excellent customer service skills required. Please apply in person at 821 Industrial Drive, Trenton, MO, M-F 8am to 2pm.

No phone calls, please.

Hello, my name is MATT KROHN

I’d like to announce my candidacy for Circuit Judge for the Third Judicial Circuit of Grundy, Harrison, Mercer and Putnam Counties.

I am currently the Associate Circuit Judge of Mercer County and have been since January 2015. Before being elected judge, I practiced law with the Andereck Evans Law Firm in Trenton for 17 years and was a Partner the last 10 years with the Firm.

I graduated from Princeton High School in 1990 and Magna Cum Laude from Benedictine College in 1994. I earned my Juris Doctor degree from the University of Missouri at Kansas City Law School in 1997.

I have had a strong working relationship with the last two elected Circuit Judges with whom I served – the Honorable Jack Peace and the Honorable Thomas Alley.

During his battle with cancer, I helped Tom with court appearances and day to day responsibilities, while he handled the Presiding Judge duties. I also was appointed by Judge Alley as Acting Presiding Judge when needed.

Shortly after his passing I was appointed Interim Presiding Judge by the Missouri Supreme Court on April 6, 2023, and I served in that capacity.

During my nearly 27 years of legal experience in the law, I have tried and presided over numerous jury trials.

I have been married for the past 26 years to Kelly (Coon) Krohn from Spickard. We have three children, Logan (age 22), Lauren (age 20) and Landon (age 17). We’ve made our home in Mercer County since 2004 and run a small family-owned beef cattle operation.

I look forward to visiting and meeting as many of you as I can in the next several months. If elected, I will work hard and will faithfully and impartially serve as your next Circuit Judge. I would greatly appreciate your vote on August 6th!

Paid for by Committee to Elect Matt Krohn, Allen Berry, Treasurer

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.

Trenton Bulldog Mascot Spring Pancake Day, C.F. Russell Stadium, 7:30 to 10:30 a.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.

Grundy County Health Department, WIC Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Checks, walk-in, 9 a.m. to noon.

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.

Grundy County Health Department, Children’s Immunizations by Appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Nurse Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

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

North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Fun Night, 6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.

Grundy County Health Department, Immunizations by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Adult Blood Draw Clinic by apointment, 9 a.m. to noon.

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: Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Early Bird Bingo, 6:00 p.m.; Regular Bingo, 6:45 p.m.

by Mark McLaughlin R-T Staff Writer

Every year, schools in Missouri submit information on school performance on test scores, student growth from year to year and steps they take to continuously improve.

This is an ongoing, revolving process that looks at the District’s performance and growth in these areas, and awards points (in parenthesis) to the school for their level of success:

1 – Academic achievement status* in English Language Arts (12 points for overall students, 6 points for each student group by grade).

2 – Academic achievement status* in Math (12 points for overall students, 6 points for each student group by grade).

3 – Academic achieve-

ment status* in Science (4 points for overall students, 2 points for each student group by grade).

4 – Academic achievement status* in Social Studies (4 points for overall students, no measure by grade as not all students are tested every year).

5 – Academic Achievement growth** in English Language Arts (12 points for overall students, 6 points for each student group by grade).

6 – Academic Achievement growth** in Math (12 points for overall students, 6 points for each student group by grade).

7 – Academic Achievement growth** in Science (4 points for overall students, no measure by grade as not all students are tested every year).

8 – Academic Achieve-

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ment growth** in Social Studies (4 points for overall students, no measure by grade as not all students are tested every year).

9 – Success-Ready Students(10 points for CCR assessments, and 10 points for students taking Advanced Credits).

10 – Graduation Rate (20 points).

11 – Graduate Followup (4 points).

*The term “status” applies to current year test results.

**The term “growth” refers to a comparison of the same students from the previous year to the current year.

Out of 188 possible points awarded by The Department of Elementary and Secondary Schools (with 136 possible points for performance, and 52

Market Report from Monday, March 11 • 715 head sold

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Heifers:

SPECIAL COW SALE - FRIDAY, MARCH 22 • 6 PM

EXPECTING 500 HEAD!

Mike Porter-Complete dispersal - 80 angus and angusx cows. 2-10 yrs old. Bred to blk bulls. 2nd and 3rd stage.

Kevin Brock - 16 angus cows. 5-8yrs old. Bred to angus bull. 2nd and 3rd stage.

Dennis Garland - 2yr old Reg. Polled Hereford bull.

Steve Thomas-Complete dispersal - 62 black angus cows. 3-7yrs old. Bred to sydgen angus bulls. Start calving Aug. 28th. Very fancy set of top quality cows.

Nick Simmons - 3yr old black angus bull.

Anthony Schwartz - 15 angus cows. 7-9yrs old. Bred to angus bull. 3rd stage.

Greg Ware - 43 blk angus cows. 4-6yrs old. Bred to angus bulls. Start calving Sept. 1st. Complete dispersal of fall calving cows. Top notch set.

Kent Tieman - 12 red angus cows. 4-7yrs old. Bred to red angus bull. 3rd stage. Gaines farms - 12 blk cow/calf pairs. 4-5yrs old. Month old calves by side.

Nielsen farms - 15 month old polled Hereford bull.

Nate Cornstacks - 14 red angus cow/calf pairs. Fall calves by side. Running back with bwf bulls. Tucker farms - 25 angus cows. Bred to blk bulls. 2nd and 3rd stage.

Bob and Linda Werdel-Complete dispersal - 37 blk angus cows. 3-7yrs old. Bred to angus bulls. Start calving Aug 25th. Fancy set of angus cows.

Chapman farms - 24 angus cows. 4-5yrs old. Bred angus bulls. 3rd stage.

Spillman farms - 15 red angus cows. 4-6yrs old. Bred angus bulls. Start calving Sept 1st.

Brad Eschenbaugh - 2 head of 18 month old angus bulls.

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possible points for growth), Trenton R-IX received a total of 140 points (with 89 points for performance and 51 of 52 points for continuous improvement.

Areas ranked as Below Average were Academic Achievement Growth in Math, with 1.5 out of 12 points awarded for all students and 0.5 of 6 points awarded for year to year growth.

Superintendent Daniel Gott noted that this area had been the area of priority focus in the District this year.

“We have made intensive efforts in the alignment of our curriculum K-12 to address this deficit area, and we’re intent on building this up,” Gott said. “Our Director of Education, Dr. Johanna Baugher has worked intensively with staff on addressing this issue.”

District strong points included 100 percent, targetmet rankings in graduation rate (100 percent), advanced credits (100 percent) and Graduate follow-up (100 percent). ELA status (single-year testing) was at 75 percent or “on track”, as was yearto-year improvement, also 75 percent. Other on-track items included Achievement status in Science, Social Studies (both for single group test performance and overall test performance).

The district was “approaching” the target in Math scores and overall Science scores, ranked average in ELA Growth in both categories and growth in Science and Social Studies.

An area of some frustration is how DESE evaluates “growth”. Students are tested on one set of standards one year, and then on a totally different set of standards the next. This “apples to oranges” dichotomy is best exemplified by the different skills students must tap between 9th grade Algebra I and 10th grade Geometry.

End of course exams are

not forgiving of the different skill sets or the bridges students need to make from one tested level to the next. And teachers are confronted with what standards to teach, trying to cover all of them, when the content of the test is akin to a state secret, and the emphasis of the test changes every year.

The APR Report is used by the state to help determine state funding for the schools, and also establish for and with the schools those areas needing the most improvement.

Gott says that one category, Enrollment, is an area where the school was docked a point (1 of 4) for a 75 percent score on attendance. COVID safeguards, and changed student patterns that emerged – students home-schooling, going virtual through state provided program MOCAP (Virtual High School), and students moving out of the District – have resulted in an 80-student drop in enrollment, and thus, attendance.

In real numbers, the cost of that enrollment dip is $6,375 for 2023-24 and will be $6,675 for 20242025. That amounts to $510,000 in lost state funds this year and $534,000 in lost state funds, just if enrollment remains stable.

This stunning “shock to the system” is something that Gott calls a “perfect storm” of bad news and new challenges for the district.

“Our new money would have been $564,000 for this year and $588,000 for next year,” Gott said. “That means we only have $54,000 to divvy around to cover the bases in general expenditures as a district.”

“The problem with the enrollment issue is that we lose $6,375 each time a student leaves,” Gott says, “whether they move, drop out, or attend MOCAP (online virtual school taught by other Missouri school districts).

“We spent two years telling students to stay home if they had a case of

the sniffles, and now we’re calling and telling them they need to be in school,” Gott said. “We have virtual students living in Trenton who will graduate with a Sturgeon High School diploma who never set foot in our school…and their money traveled with them.”

That trend towards homeschooling and virtual education is the same line of thinking that pushed workers to work remotely from home during the pandemic. Employers today are having great difficulty to get many workers back in the physical office…You change a habit, instill a new one, you create a lifestyle, and that is an “uncontrollable” for employers and can be for local school districts.

Knowing this ahead of time, Gott began working on the budget early in the year. Central in importance to him was not cutting staff or freezing salaries. With retirements, the school is absorbing those positions into other positions at savings of about $250,000 to the District, in part off-setting the $500K loss of state funding on enrollment.

Those numbers will “shake out” in the budget presentation, coming at the Tuesday, March 12 School Board meeting to be held at 5:30 p.m. in the district office.

As APR is the scorecard for this funding “hurdle”, the report requires schools to work on all areas… academic performance, growth, supporting Comprehensive School Improvement Programs (CSIP), and the other “internals” like students being success ready and transitioned effectively from elementary to middle school and middle school to high school.

Gott noted that the school missed out of an assessment “upgrade” in received funds when the County Assessor did not complete the large scale property assessment in 2023, noting a lack of staff. While Gott was not critical, he stated factually that the lack of the 2023 assessment significantly hurt the District. A 2025 assessment is planned.

“We did stay steady on most areas of this year’s report,” Gott said, “but we’re absolutely committed to performing better in all areas next year.”

GCRCC Lincoln Days Luncheon Set for April 13

The Grundy County Republican Central Committee met in their monthly meeting Tuesday, March 12 at the Grundy County Courthouse.

County Chairwoman Becky McDonald called the meeting to order and proceeded with announcements.

Kimberly Anderson, elected a delegate to the 6th District Congressional Convention in Chillicothe, has opted out as a delegate. Kevin Ireland, the elected alternate, will take the delegate spot alongside Ben Thomas.

Minutes of the previous two meetings were read and adopted by voice votes. No expenses were reported.

Derek Rorebeck reported to the group that the vetting committee of Republican candidates was largely a success. While a candidate or two were a little hesitant about the process, all acquiesced and agreed to the

process.

The GCRCC will hold the Lincoln Days Luncheon on Saturday, April 13 at the Ketcham Community Center on the North Central Missouri College campus in Trenton. The doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon.

Speakers will include Second District State Representative Mazzie Christensen, who is running for reelection; Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft, who is running for governor; and Twenty-first District State Senator Denny Hoskins, who is running for secretary of state. Others seeking state and national offices are also expected to speak. Gubernatorial candidate Bill Eighel has committed to attend, as well as U.S. Senator Josh Hawley’s staff to represent as well.

The cost will be $25 per person. Checks should be made payable to

the Grundy County Republican Central Committee. RSVP by April 4 by mailing the payment and the number attending to the committee’s treasurer, Dr. J.A. Keuhn, 3310 East 10th Street, Trenton, MO 64683.

At the conclusion of announcements, the evening’s speaker to the group was Republican-Times staff writer and columnist Mark McLaughlin.

Community members who are unable to attend the Lincoln Days Luncheon on April 13, but wish to support the Republicans and candidates, may send donations to offset the cost of the dinner, advertising, and postage.

Questions may be directed to Grundy County Republican Central Committee Chairperson Becky McDonald at 660-654-1482 or to Keuhn at hisway3@yahoo.com

2023 Tax Reassessment in Question

The Trenton-Republican Times is working on a story series on the scheduled Property Tax Reassessment of 2023, as conducted by Grundy County Assessor Nathan Curtis.

The Reassessment is in question from a number of city and county sources and the facts are being gathered as we speak. In discussions with Trenton R-IX Schools, and Superintendent Daniel Gott, he expressed concern that the reassessment of 2023 did not occur, with the consequence being a significant loss of potential property tax receipts to be used for school funding, and other City and County funding.

Gott said at the time, “This is money that is gone forever”, in a really difficult funding period for the District, with American Rescue Plan COVID money “sunsetting” and Annual Performance Report “hits” on lost enrollment.

That led us at the Republican-Times to begin investigating this. We are in contact with the Missouri State Auditor’s Office, have reached out to the Missouri Tax Commission and are polling surrounding counties for their experience with this issue.

We made an initial contact with the Grundy County Assessor’s office this week, and are awaiting comment.

Stay tuned for more information on this.

Photo Courtesy of Rissler Elementary School

left, front row,

Delile, Benjamin Meyer, Tucker Dannatt, Carson Whipple, Avery Jones, Monse Miranda and Eric Powell; back row, Harlee Mohl, Lila Grooms, Baker Shockley, Brionna Wray, Eli Albers, Chace Bothke, Dave Woodson representing the Trenton Kiwanis Club, Kennedy Swan and Byron Russell. Not pictured are Sutton Harding, Ghazi Hagelstein, Alex Lawson, Nora Guthrie, Audrey Lee and Harper Ferguson.

“Saint Joseph, Silent Witness”

by

Fr. Bill Fox, Parochial Administrator, St. Joseph’s Catholic Parish, Trenton

As with most years, the holy season of Lent takes up most of our attention in March. In Lent we focus

A Word From...

by the Trenton Ministerial Alliance

our hearts to prepare to celebrate Our Lord’s Passion and His victory over sin and death. We don’t prepare alone, of course, Christ gives us each other, His Church, to help us. At Saint Joseph’s Church in Trenton, we celebrate a very important way that Christ helps us by giving us

the saints:

March 19th is the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. A solemnity in the Catholic Church is the highest form of liturgical celebration. When the Church celebrates a saint, she recognizes the great witness and ministry of the

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:

KTTN Radio...6:45 a.m.

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

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

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

Children’s Worship Supper...5:00 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

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 a.m.

1st Morning Worship – 9:00 a.m.

Christian Education – 10:10 a.m.

2nd Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m.

Wed. Services for all ages - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m. Worship – 10:50 a.m.

Jr. High/Senior High Youth Group –5:30 p.m. 1ST & 3RD MONDAY

Women’s Bible Study - 1:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Goof Troop - 3:30 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 – Danny Berry

Pastor’s #816-261-2737

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.

Gospel that the saint demonstrated in her or his earthly life and their continued ministry of prayer for us (Revelation 5:8) as part of the “Church Triumphant,” that is to say, those in Heaven. But they also serve as examples to us as we strive to better follow Jesus Christ and grow in the virtues.

Saint Joseph, the righteous man (Matthew 1:19), certainly shows us a great example for us to pay attention to and someone whose prayers are very powerful (James 5:16, cf Job 42:8). He was unwilling to expose Saint Mary to shame (Mat-

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.

1711

Pastor

Music

Pastor

(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.

thew 1:19). He was responsive to civic obligations in traveling to Bethlehem with Our Lady late in her pregnancy (Luke 2:4), and thus fulfilled the prophecy (Micah 5:1-2). He was responsive to the Angel’s promptings in at least three dreams (Matthew 1:20-21, Matthew 2:13 & 19), and in the end raised Our Lord as if He was his own child (Luke 2:51), protecting Him and teaching Him.

We have no words in Sacred Scripture attributed to Saint Joseph, yet his silent witness thunders loudly! In the same way that he protected the physi-

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

cal body of Christ here on earth, he continues, through his prayers, to protect the Mystical Body of Christ, His Church. Consequently, the Catholic Church recognizes him as the Patron of the Universal Church, but also of fathers, workers, and for a happy death. Of course, he’s also the patron of our parish in Trenton, which serves all of Grundy County. He is also referred to as the “Guardian of the Redeemer” and the “Terror of Demons.”

With Saint Joseph, let us strive for a prayerful Lent. Praised be Jesus Christ, now and forever.

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Pastor - David Binkley

School – 10:00 a.m.

Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

TENTH STREET BAPTIST CHURCH

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

Rev. Ron Ratliff, Pastor

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

KTTN Broadcast – 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship – 10:30 a.m. Awanas – 5:30 p.m.

Youth Group – 5:30 p.m.

Sunday Evening Worship – 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday First Place – 7:15 – 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday

Bible Study/Prayer Meeting – 7:00 p.m.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS

2930 Oklahoma Ave. • 660-663-5286

Pete Lasley, Bishop Sacrament Meeting – 9:00 a.m.

Sunday Schoo/Priesthood & Relief Society – 10:00 a.m.

TINDALL CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Sunday School – 8:30 a.m.

Worship Services - 9:30 a.m.

TRENTON FOURSQUARE CHURCH

717 Grandview Crest • 359-5401

Pastors Don & Sharon Jahraus Sunday

Pastor:

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LOCAL

Submitted Photo Grundy

Commissioner Phillip Ray recently signed a

the month of March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Grundy County. Present at the signing were,

Commissioner Brad Chumbley, Ray, Commissioner Don Sager and County Clerk Courtney Campbell; back row, Friendship Place Apartments Manager Peggy Scott, FFDD Executive Director Kayla Graham, Jeff Hoselton, James Ross, Oletha Stark, FFDD Board Chairman Dan Wilford and FFDD Bus Driver Dale Campbell.

There are more than 100,000 persons in Missouri with developmental disabilities. During the month of March, the many achievements and contributions by individuals with developmental disabilities throughout our nation and our community are celebrated. The Families and Friends of the Developmentally Disabled (FFDD) promote a society of inclusion and acceptance of persons with developmental disabilities enjoying life in their own community where they reside and work. The Commissioners of Grundy County urge all citizens in the community to give full support to efforts towards enabling citizens with developmental disabilities to live a productive life, maximizing their potential.

Rotarians Hear About NCMC Scholarship Program

The North Central Missouri College scholarship program was the topic of a program given at the Thursday, March 14 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held at the BTC Bank community room. Jackie Soptic presided at the meeting, Joe MacDonald gave the prayer and Brian Upton was the sergeant at arms.

Alicia Endicott, NCMC Director of Development, and Kristi Varner, NCMC Scholarship Coordinator/Grantwriter, presented the program, relating that NCMC has a scholarship endowment of $6 million-plus, which last year allowed the college to award 255 foundation scholarships to 255 individuals totaling over $260,000 and allied health scholarships to 63 students totaling over $60,000. Mrs. Endicott said scholarships are very important to students at NCMC, helping them

with books, fees and housing for those who do not receive A-Plus scholarships, which cover tuition as well as all expenses for those who do not qualify for APlus funding. Applications for the 2024-25 foundation scholarships are now being accepted and students have until April 1 to submit their application. The timeframe for Allied Health scholarship application opens on July 1. The Trenton Rotary Club sponsors a scholarship, which is named for the late Charles B. Holmes, and makes one award each year. Haley Shultz is the current Holmes Scholarship recipient. Recipients get a chance to meet those individuals who fund the scholarships during a reception that is held each year. The 2024-25 reception is scheduled for Oct. 16, 2024.

Mrs. Endicott also reminded members about the

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groundbreaking ceremony/reception for the Dr. Neil and Susanne Nuttall Student Center, which will be held at 3:30 pm on April 10. She noted that a donor recognition wall is to be included in the student center, recognizing all scholarship donors.

During the business meeting, Mrs. Soptic announced a breakfast to be held on April 23 at the North 65 Center, recognizing community volunteers. Members were also reminded that April 4 is the deadline to make donations to the club’s Shoes for Orphan Souls and Bright Futures shoes projects.

The program for the March 21 Rotary Club meeting will be presented by Megan Pester of Amplify Creative, who will tell how social media can be used to promote businesses and organizations.

NOTICE OF ELECTION

GRUNDY COUNTY MISSOURI

TUESDAY, April 2, 2024

In accordance with Chapter 115 of the Laws of Missouri, notice is hereby given that a Municipal Election will be held in the various entities of Grundy County, Missouri, on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at which election all registered voters will be given the opportunity to vote. The polls shall be open between the hours of 6:00 o’clock A.M. and 7:00 o’clock P.M.

Courtney

Campbell

Election Authority Grundy County, Missouri

INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS

To vote, completely fill in the oval(s) next to your choice, like this . Use the marking device provided.

CANDIDATES: Complete the oval next to the name of the Candidate for whom you wish to vote.

PROPOSITIONS: If you are in FAVOR of the proposition or question, complete the oval next to the word YES. If you are OPPOSED to the proposition or question, complete the oval next to the word NO.

WRITE-IN: To vote for a person whose name is not on the ballot, write his or her name in the blank space provided for such purposes and complete the oval next to the space provided.

COUNTYWIDE NOTICE OF ELECTION

A Municipal Election will be held in Grundy County, Missouri by the countywide entities to vote on the Following candidates and/or propositions on the 2023 valuations.

CITIES NOTICE OF ELECTION

TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF ELECTION

A Municipal Election will be held in Grundy County, Missouri by Wilson Township to vote on the following candidates at the Wilson Township precinct within Grundy County.

SCHOOLS NOTICE OF ELECTION

A Municipal Election will be held in Grundy County, Missouri by the various schools to vote on the following propositions or candidates at the several precincts within Grundy County. All levies will be based on 2023 valuations.

VOTING PRECINCTS

Tuesday, April 2, 2024

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A Municipal Election will be held in Grundy County, Missouri by the various cities to vote on the Following candidates and/or propositions on the 2023 valuations.

RSMo 1986 Election Laws.

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 21st day of March, 2024.

(SEAL)

Courtney Campbell

Grundy County Clerk (3/21, 3/28/24)

County Presiding

proclamation recognizing

from left, front row,

Classified Advertising Information

Phone 660-359-2212

Classified advertising rate schedule in the Republican-Times is listed below. DEADLINES:

For Newspaper: 4 p.m. the Monday before Thursday printing

For Green Hills Weekly Paper: 4 p.m. the Thursday before Tuesday printing Ads also appear same number of days on the Internet at www.northwestmissouri.com.

The publisher reserves the right to edit or reject copy not consistent with editorial policy.

Up to 25 words - $10.00 60¢ per word for each additional word over 25 words. Blind ads should be answered by writing box numbers given in care of the Republican-Times.

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "The

The Republican-Times business office hours are Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed from 12-1 p.m. for lunch) and Friday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon. The office will be closed on Saturdays.

Republican-Times

122 E. 8th St. 359-2212

Fax: 660-359-4414

-------------------------------------*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.

-------------------------------------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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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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JAMESPORT LUMBERFull Service Lumberyard. We also sell Trusses/metal/ rebar/concrete blocks. New Hardware Department • Gift Certificates and Delivery Available • Free Estimates. 32089 St. Hwy 6, Jamesport, 660-684-6404

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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 on Iowa Blvd in Trenton. 5 Unit sizes available. Call Mike or Jane Cooksey 660-359-7683.

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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 - TRADEBIG 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 LLPDo 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

-------------------------------------Plumbers/Pipefitters Apprenticeship L.U. #45 accepting applications for apprenticeship April 1, 2024 through April 12, 2024. Apply at Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 45, 2329 S. 22nd Street, St. Joseph, Mo.

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Offutt, Offutt & Associates Auction Service. Land, farm, and Home. Free Appraisals. Cameron, MO. 816-724-3214

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FARM NEEDS

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

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PAYING $75/ACRE FOR RENTAL PASTURE. Will consider any size and location. 816-288-9060 --------------------------------------

CLASSIFIEDS

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 - I am looking for row crop ground to cash rent. Call Brad 816-284-3689.

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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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

Fresh bulk garden seed. Limited supply. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main in Trenton, 660-359-3660.

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WEBSITES

Replacement Parts; Accessories; Chemicals; Tool & equipment. www.tlautosupply.com

LOST/FOUND

LOST - Beloved black & white cat on Thursday, February 22 from 1405 E. 13th Street in Trenton. Picture on fliers in town. Anyone in the area of East 13th St please check garages, basements, cellars and sheds. If seen, call 660-365-0150 or just bring him home.

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USED CARS

2006 Chrysler Town & Country wheelchair accessible van, 84,000 miles, like new. Call 660-247-3858.

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NOTICES

The Republican-Times business office hours are Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed from 12-1 p.m. for lunch) and Friday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon. The office will be closed on Saturdays.

Republican-Times

122 E. 8th St., Trenton, MO

Phone: 660-359-2212

Fax: 660-359-4414 news@republican-times.com www.republican-times.com

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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. --------------------------------------

FOR RENT

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All

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. --------------------------------------

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.

Help Wanted: Teacher, Trenton Head Start. Full-time with the following benefits.

-4-day work week

-Dental/Health/Life Insurance

-Life Flight

-Retirement

-Sick Leave

-Paid Tuition to NCMC

Go to Green Hills Head Start for job description and application or call 660-3592214. E.O.I.

North Central Missouri

College is seeking a part-time Dance Coach. Interested applicants should visit www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

North Central Missouri College is seeking part-time Seasonal Maintenance Workers. Interested applicants should visit www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

North Central Missouri College/Workforce Development Board is seeking a Compliance Manager. This is a full-time position with benefits included. Interested applicants should visit www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer --------------------------------------

Notification of Non-Election Filings for Grundy County

April 2, 2024 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)

Mary Lentz Kaleb Shiflett

Laredo R-VII School District Board of Directors (3 year term)

Morgan Duff Ronna Owens

Meadville R-IV School District Board of Directors (3 year term)

Derek Smith

Kylee Mollohan

Pleasant View R-VI School District Board of Directors (3 year term)

Derek McCauslin

Zachary Harris

Board of Directors (1 year term)

Jennifer Belvel

Tri-County R-7 School District Board of Directors (3 year term)

Luke Skinner

Heath Eric Cook

North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees (6 year term)

Don Dalrymple

Rob Maloney

City of Laredo Mayor

Vote for One (2 year term)

Carol Holloway

Alderman at Large

Vote for Two (2 year term)

Bruce McFie

John Limkemann

STATE OF MISSOURI ) COUNTY OF GRUNDY )

Galt Fire Protection District Board Members

Vote for One

Bob Shipley

Laredo Fire Protection District Board Members

Vote for One

Bill Young

Spickard Fire Protection District Board Member (6 year term)

Vote for Two

Margaret Chapman

Gary Lee

Board Member (unexpired term)

Vote for One

John Vandever

Public Water Supply District #1

Sub District #2 Board of Directors (3 year term)

Tim Hanson

Sub District #4 Board of Directors (3 year term)

No one signed up - Will appoint

Linn-Livingston Water

Sub District #3

Vote for Two (3 year term)

John Kehr

Rick Tate

Sunnyview Nursing Home Board of Directors (3 year term)

Vote for Two

Amy Lewis Jorgensen Brigette Bunnell

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 6th day of February, 2024.

(SEAL)

Courtney Campbell (3/21/24)

PUBLIC NOTICES

Because The People Must Know

The City of Laredo, Missouri, is requesting proposals for services to complete a lead service line inventory and services. The full scope of required services and proposal requirements are available at 213 East Main Street Laredo MO 6465 or can be requested via email from laredomo@grm.net. All proposals must be mailed to and received at 213 E Main Street Laredo MO 64652 by April 8th, 2024 at 4:00PM. Late proposals will not be considered. Electronic proposals will not be considered. Proposals must be sealed and clearly labeled with the entity’s name and address on the outside of the envelope. Conditional proposals will not be accepted. Proposals will be opened and read publicly on April 8th, 2024 at 5:30PM.

This project is being financed through the Missouri State Revolving Fund, by the Water and Wastewater Loan Revolving Fund and federal Capitalization Grants to Missouri.

Bidders on this work will be required to comply with the President's Executive Order Number 11246. Requirements for bidders and contractors under this order are further explained at the link provided below. The City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites the submission of proposals from Women and Minority Business Enterprises.

The appropriate state and federal wage rates are applicable to this project. Additional documentation and information regarding the federal funding requirements for each bidder to consider can be found at the following link under the “Resources” tab and are hereby considered incorporated by reference into this RFP: https://dnr.mo.gov/water/what-were-doing/financial-assistance-opportunities/drinking-water-state-revolving-funddwsrf-lead-service-line. (2/29, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21/24)

IN THE 3RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION

Case No. 24AG-PR00012

In the Estate of TANNER MASON MOORE, Deceased.

Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Supervised Administration)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of TANNER MASON MOORE, Decedent:

On 01-MAR-2024, the following individuals were appointed the Co-Personal Representatives of the Estate of TANNER MASON MOORE, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri.

The Co-Personal Representatives' business addresses are:

RHONDA KAY CLARK, 104 COUNTRY CLUB PL, TRENTON, MO 64683

DONALD ROBERT MOORE, 8719 NE 151ST STREET, LIBERTY, MO 64068

The Co-Personal Representatives' Attorney's name and business is:

TARA L WALKER, 605 E 9TH STREET, TRENTON, MO 64683.

All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after Decedent's death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent's liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo.

Date of the decedent’s death: January 1, 2024

Date of first publication: March 7, 2024

/s/ Michelle Smith Probate Clerk

Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person's interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court.

(3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28/24)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, TRENTON MISSOURI

Case No. 24AG-DR00010

In re the marriage of Paea Ivahanoa Similai, Petitioner and Ani Salesi Palau, Respondent

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO ANI SALESI PALAU, Respondent

YOU ARE HEREBY notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri, at Trenton, the object and general nature of which is a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage.

The name of the party to said action is Paea Ivahanoa Similai.

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleadings or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petitioner within 45 days after February 22, 2024, judgment by default will be entered against you.

/s/ Becky Stanturf Circuit Clerk (2/29, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21/24)

SouthLaw, P.C. 13160 Foster, Suite 100 Overland Park, KS 66213-2660 (913) 663-7600

File No. 240744

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Anita L. Souders, dated May 20, 2019, and recorded on July 9, 2019, Document No. 19LR0651, in Book No. 664, at Page 774 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Grundy County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on March 29, 2024, at 10:00 AM, at the North Front Door of the Grundy County Courthouse, Trenton, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash:

SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF GRUNDY, STATE OF MISSOURI THE EAST TWENTY-FIVE (25) FEET OF LOTS THREE (3) AND FOUR (4) AND THE WEST TWENTY-FIVE (25) FEET OF LOTS FIVE (5) AND SIX (6), OF BLOCK SIXTEEN (16) IN FIELD'S THIRD ADDITION TO THE CITY OF TRENTON, MISSOURI. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED BY DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 589, PAGE 121 OF THE GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI RECORDS., commonly known as 509 8th Ct E, Trenton, MO, 64683

subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs.

SouthLaw, P.C. Successor Trustee

First Publication: March 7, 2024. For more information, visit www.southlaw.com

NOTICE

Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose (Casefile No. 240744-1007777).

SPORTS

March Madness Brackets

Bulldogs Fall Short after Fifth Inning Tie-Up

MARCH 18, 2024

TRENTON 4

CARROLLTON 6

On a cold Monday evening for a home opener, the Trenton Bulldogs took on the Carrollton Trojans.

With the Bulldogs being the home team they took to the field to play defense first. Lead off Pitcher was (#4) Brayden Wiggins and his catcher (#14) Logan Wilson. (#7) Camden Skipper would cover first base, (#5) Remi Olmstead was at second, (#2) Mason Rongey would cover at short stop and (#18) Elijah Miller would take third base. In the outfield (#1) Collin Taylor would take left, (#9) Aiden Weyer would take center and in right field was (#20) Graeme Sager.

The Trojans would start off at the plate scoring two runs in the first inning. The first would be walked to first and then to home off the second batter’s hit into short center field. The second batter would score off a hit that got past second. After those two runs, Wiggins would strike out the fourth hitter, get the bunt and throw it to Skipper for out two and strike out the last hitter. The Bulldogs were unable to score in the first with Wiggins being the only one to get on base.

The second inning was much like the first, with Carrollton scoring two runs and Trenton being unable to get across home plate.

The third inning the Bulldogs were able to keep the Trojans from scoring, getting the first two out with

Rongey having a pop fly catch and Wiggins striking out the second hitter. The Bulldogs then had to play some hard defense when two batters would get on base. Wiggins would finish the top of the third striking out the last batter.

In the bottom of the fourth is when the Bulldogs where finally able to score. After the Bulldogs first two hitters were called out, Skipper would step up to the plate and hit one into right field making it safely to first. Wilson would follow him ,hitting one into left field, getting to first and putting Skipper on second. Those two would then steal the next base during Taylor’s at bat. He would be walked to first, loading the bases. Olmstead would take the plate next, during which Carrollton would try to pick

off Taylor at first which got past the first baseman allowing Skipper and Bradyn Sager (Wilson’s courtesy runner) to score. Olmstead would be walked to first with G. Sager hitting one

into right field to follow, allowing Taylor to score. A hit by Rongey into center field would get the last out and the Bulldogs trailed by one.

In the fifth inning the Bulldog defense was able to hold the Carrollton offense, facing off against only four batters. The Bulldogs would take this opportunity to score and tie things up. Lead off hitter for the inning would be Weyer. He would be walked to first and steal second and third. Wiggins would get out number one and Miller would hit one into right field for out two, but this gave Weyer the opportunity to tag up and steal home off the out. With the score tied, Skipper would be walked to first and Wilson would hit one to the third baseman, making it onto first when the first baseman didn’t have his foot on the base on the throw to first. Carrollton would bring in a third pitcher, who then was

able to get out number three.

It was the sixth inning when the Trojans were able to take the lead again, scoring two runs off hits by the Trojans. After two outs, and with Wiggins walking the

in the seventh with a catch by Weyer in center field. The second batter would hit one to Miller who would then make the play to Skipper at first. Skipper, having a long stretch, would

last batter, Brodie Burgess would take over pitching duties, striking out the last batter.

The Bulldogs were unable to score in the bottom of the sixth, with Rongey getting close after hitting one deep into center field and making it to third off Weyer’s hit.

Burgess and his defense would take out the first hitter

get the out. The last batter would hit one right to Rongey for out number three.

Unfortunately the Bulldogs did not score in the bottom of the seventh, sending four batters to the plate with only Skipper being able to make it on base.

The Bulldogs would fall to the Trojans 4-6, putting them 1-2 for the beginning of the season.

NCMC Pirates Basketball Teams Make Waves at NJCAA Tournament

For the first time in North Central Missouri College History, both the Men and Women’s basketball teams are in the NJCAA DII Basketball tournament. The Lady Pirates will be making their third straight appearance in the NJCAA DII Women’s National Tournament as a result of their at-large selection in Tuesday’s tour-

nament selection show. The berth is the 6th in program history. The men also received an at-large selection to the NJCAA DII Men’s National Tournament as a result of their outstanding regular season. They will be making their fourth national tournament appearance.

“I am very proud of our men’s and women’s basketball programs as

both teams have established themselves as national contenders year in and year out over the past few years. I would like to credit the coaches and student athletes for their hard work and dedication to make it this far. Both programs have a great opportunity to make a run deep in the tournament, and I can’t wait to see our athletes and

coaches shine in the spotlight,” commented NCMC Athletic Director Nate Gamet.

The men took on United Tribes Technical College on Monday, winning that game 9372. Their next game was Tuesday against Macomb Community College. Despite having two games in two days the Pirates were able to pull out an up-

setting 82-80 win sending them into their third game of the week on Wednesday against National Park College.

The Lady Pirates also had a sucessful Monday morning, defeating Southwestern Michigan after a tough first three quarters and outscoring them in the fourth quarter 21 to 11, taking the win 79-63. Their second game

wasn’t quite as successful as they played season rival Johnson County Community College, who is undefeated on the season and did not play on Monday, losing 43-55.

The Lady Pirates will play Thursday at noon against a school that has yet to be determined.

R/T Photo Taken by Libby Endicott LEAD OFF PITCHER - Brayden Wiggins pitched six of the seven innings during the game against Carrollton. He threw 109 pitches and had 59 strikes and five strike outs. He then turned over pitching duties and then went and played second base.

R/T Photo Taken by Libby Endicott SLIDING INTO HOME - Aiden Weyer slides into home to beat the tag by the catcher to tie the game. With great coaching in base running, Weyer was sent home of the out by a teammate caugt in right field, tagging up and flying towards the home plate.

R/T Photo Taken by Libby Endicott I GOT YOUR BACK BUDDY - When a pop fly was hit into short right field, Remi Olmstead lost it in the sun. Luckily right fielder Graeme Sager was able to find the ball and step up behind him catching it for the out.

Trenton Boys Golf

2023-2024 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

3/20 @ Richmond

3/28 @ Maysville

4/1 vs Maysville and Mercer

4/3 @ Cameron (Tournament)

4/8 vs Putnam Co. and Princeton

4/10 @ Lawson

4/11 @ Brookfield (Tournament)

4/16 vs Chillicothe and South Harrison

4/18 @ Chillicothe

4/22 vs Gallatin, Marceline and Carrollton

4/25 vs Milan and Brookfield

4/26 @ Richmond (Tournament)

4/29 @ Cameron (GRC Tournament)

5/1 @ Lawson (Tournament)

THE DETAILS

MASCOT: Bulldogs

COLORS: Black and Gold

COACHES:

Head — Travis Mullenix

Trenton Track and Field

2023-2024 SCHEDULE

3/16 @ Maryville (NW indoor meet)

3/28 Trenton Early Bird

4/1 @ East Buchanan (Early Bird)

4/2 @ Higginsville

4/5 @ Chillicothe (Joe Shy Relays)

4/11 Gary Ferguson Relays

4/15 @ Princeton (Jim King Relays)

4/17 @ Milan

4/19 @ Brookfield (Gary Ewing Inv)

4/22 @ Lawson (Nick Sloop Inv)

4/25 @ South Harrison

4/26 @ Putnam County

4/30 TBD (GRC Meet)

5/4 TBD District Track

5/11 TBD Sectional Track

5/17-18 TBD State Track

THE DETAILS

MASCOT: Bulldogs

COLORS: Black and Gold

COACHES:

Head Boys — Trey Shields

Head Girls — Chris Parks

Assistant Girls & Boys — Salem Croy

R/T Photo Taken by Libby Endicott

2023-24 TRENTON GIRLS TRACK TEAM - (from left) (front) Tymber Cooksey, Kylee Corwin, Kaegen Croy and Avery Clark. (middle) Katy Simpson, Shelby Romesburg, Abi Woods, Alexis Bonnett, Reagan Schmidt, Kambrea Brown, Kendall Foust and Lexie Miller. (back) Coach Chris Parks, Manager Kallie Curd, Manager Olivia Tabbert, Sarai Birkhead, Lillian Golden, Manager Jacole Simpson, Manager Alhanna Milazzo and Coach Salem Croy.

R/T Photo Taken by Libby Endicott 2023-24 TRENTON BOYS TRACK TEAM - (from left) (front) Christian Gillespie, Kaygan Baker and Cooper Houser. (middle) Coach Trey Shields, Gage Pierce, Brad Miller, Isaac Bonta, Asher Pryor and Robert Muselman. (back) Peyton Baker, Aiden Kempton, Devin Baker, Braydon Holtzclaw, Preston Whitney and Barrett Clark.

Photo Provided by Christy Tolson

2023-24 TRENTON BOYS GOLF TEAM - (from left) Logan Roberts, Caleb Ray, Hunter Ledgerwood, Kiefer Tolson, Riley Gott and Coach Travis Mullenix.