Trenton Republican-Times_3-30-23

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Old Glory flying at Five Points

Resurfacing project to begin

A resurfacing project on several routes in Mercer, Grundy, Harrison and Worth counties is scheduled to begin soon. Herzog Contracting Corp., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, is scheduled to resurface 12 routes beginning Monday, April 3. The project is expected to be completed in late June 2023.

The project will be split with Herzog Contracting Corp. completing the five Harrison and Worth county routes, and their sub-contractor, Norris Asphalt Paving Co., completing the seven Grundy and Mercer County routes.

Crews will work daylight hours, Monday through Saturday. During construction each route

Life Flight Transfers Patient

will be closed in up to 2mile segments. The roadways will reopen each evening.

Norris Asphalt Paving Co. plan to complete the seven Grundy and Mercer County routes following the below schedule:

•Grundy County Routes

C/B, Mercer County Routes U, JJ, D, C and Mercer/Grundy County Route NN - milling off existing pavement, April 3-7

• Mercer County Route

U - paving, April 10-14

•Mercer County Route

D - paving, April 17-21

•Grundy County Route

C/B - paving, April 24-28

• Grundy/Mercer County Route NN - paving, May 1-12

•Mercer County Route

[See Grundy, Page 2]

I-35 pavement repairs in Daviess County

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – A

pavement repair project is expected to begin on Interstate 35 in Daviess County on Thursday, April 13. The Missouri Department of Transportation has contracted with Interstate Improvements, Inc. to complete the project on north and southbound I-35 from Route C (Exit 78) to U.S. Route 69 (Exit 68).

Crews will be working to repair sections of concrete along the interstate. The project is anticipated to be completed by mid-June.

During construction, the roadway will be narrowed to one lane around the clock in various locations.

An 11.9-foot width restriction will be in place for all project work zones.

BRIEFS

All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. Know before you go by visiting the MoDOT Traveler Information Map for work zone information and road conditions at http://traveler.modot.org/m ap/, or downloading from your smart phone’s app store.

MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.

When visiting modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636)

Pleasant View Spring Program

The Pleasant View R-VI Music Department will present their annual spring program on Friday, March 31, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the school's gymnasium. Performances will include Mrs. Lake's preschool, the band, and students in grades Kindergarten through Eighth presenting the musical "When I Grow Up!"

The musical deals with the age-old question "what are you going to be when you grow up?" It focuses on six particularly colorful professions: a baker, a sailor, a plumber, a locomotive engineer, a cowboy/cowgirl, and a movie star.

EXP Gaming has program at Rotary Meeting

The Trenton Rotary Club met on Thursday, March 23 at EXP Gaming Lounge in downtown Trenton for its weekly meeting. Diane Lowrey conducted the business meeting and was the program chairman. Dan Wilford gave the prayer and Brian Upton was the sergeant at arms.

Kyle Richards, coowner of EXP Gaming, and Joe Cleveland, store manager, presented a program about their business, which was established in Trenton in 2022. Trenton was chosen as a location after

local residents who were gaming customers at the EXP location in Trenton asked Richards to consider Trenton. Richards said he visited with the group a few times at Trenton and, learning that there was also an ESports program at North Central Missouri College and a gaming club on the NCMC campus, made the decision to come here. The NCMC gaming club holds its weekly meetings at the Trenton business and Richards said other groups also play there on a regular basis.

EXP offers also types of games – video, board and card – and provides the items needed. However, players can bring their own accessories if desired. Tournaments are also played on a regular basis. There is no charge to use the facilities. Richards said the business makes its money from items it sells, including games, books, trading cards, etc. Fees are also charged for tournament play. Richards noted similarities between the gaming business and Rotary, noting the goal of both

groups is to bring people together for a common good/goal

During the business meeting, members were reminded that donations were still being accepted for the Shoes for Orphan Souls/Bright Futures Trenton shoe project. New shoes or monetary donations will be collected through mid-April. The March 30 meeting will be held at the BTC Bank at noon. Rotary Exchange student Carlotta Gonzalvez will give the program.

Trenton Building and Nuisance Board meets February 27

The Trenton Building and Nuisance Board met in open session on Monday, February 27 at 6 p.m. at city hall. Chairman David Mlika presided over the meeting.

Under declaration of a nuisance, code enforcement officer Wes Barone reported that nothing had been done to property at 302 E. 10th Street owned by Lolo Tuiaki. Tires need to be hauled off, there is broken glass in the yard and windows and doors are not secure. It was decided to grant a 30-day extension for improvements on the property.

Bobby Morgans was present to discuss property at 1432 Main owned by Barbara Morgans. Mr. Morgans requested a 30day extension to work on the property. The board

granted his request.

Under public hearing, Mr. Morgans spoke on property at 403 E. 9th Street owned by Barbara Morgans. He stated that they will be tearing this house down. The board voted to move this property to findings of fact.

Property at 506 Jackson was discussed with owner Mele Tuiaki, who was at the meeting and said they would like to put plywood over the windows and make sure the doors are secure. Barone said the house needs a lot of work or it can be put on the city demolition program. It was decided to grant a 30-day extension for the work proposed to be done.

Property at 1801 Chicago, owned by Melanie Avery, was moved to findings of fact after a neigh-

bor, who was present at the meeting, questioned what was going to happen to this house. Barone said the owner is wanting to sell.

Under findings of fact, property at 405 E. 22nd Street, owned by Chris Stanturf, was placed under certificate of existence of dangerous building after Barone stated he has not heard from the owner.

Under certificate of existence of dangerous building, Barone said certificates have been filed on properties at 1422 Tindall Ave., owned by Steve and Rebecca Oakleaf; 1703 E. 2nd Street, owned by Janice Garrison; and 704 E. 17th Street, owned by Monica and Roger Triplet.

Under new business, Mary Axtell was in attendance at the meeting and requested that property at

1615 Lulu be checked out.

Harry Kately requested police look at the houses on Mable Street south of 16th Street.

Upon recommendation by Barone, property at 824 Custer, owned by Sione Penitani and Lose Unu, was declared a nuisance.

Lt. Larry Smith, with the Trenton Police Department, said they have investigated nine nuisance incidents so far this year.

City Administrator Ron Urton explained the policy that he was presenting to the council on removing services from dangerous buildings if a certificate had been filed on it.

R-T photos by Jamey Honeycutt Grundy County first responders were called to an accident Monday where a male had fallen off a roof. Life Flight was called and Grundy County Ambulance transported the patient to Trenton Municipal Airport to meet Life Flight. No update on the patient's status was available at press time.

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Alexia “Lexi” Bowyer of Meadville has been selected as North Central Missouri College’s Outstanding Student for March. Lexi is an A+ Missouri Scholarship student and will graduate in May from NCMC with two associate degrees, an Associate in Arts in Teaching and an AAS with focus on mathematics. After graduation, Lexi plans to transfer to Northwest Missouri State University to obtain her bachelor’s degree in teaching or mathematics.

Lexi is a tutor at the Tutoring Center, President of SMSTA (Student Missouri State Teachers Association), and an officer for PTK (Phi Theta Kappa). Lexi’s favorite classes are her education courses with Instructor Cassie Cordray. Lexi said, “Mrs. Cordray is an instructor that makes you want to be a teacher, pushes you for all your dreams, and to be the teacher that you want to be.”

When asked why she chose NCMC, Lexi said, “It’s the type of college I wanted to be at, and it’s close to home. I’ve enjoyed being able to be at home and use my A+. It’s a great institution. My favorite thing is all the support you get from faculty, students, and staff. I felt at home and comfortable the second I started going here.”

JJ - paving, May 12-15

• Mercer County Route C - paving, May 15-24

• Grundy County Routes C/B, Mercer County

Routes U, JJ, D, C and Mercer/Grundy County Route NN - rock shoulders and pavement markingsMay 25 - June 14

Herzog Contracting Corp. plan to complete the five Harrison and Worth County routes following the below schedule:

• Harrison County

Routes F, MM, T and Harrison/Worth County Route M - milling off existing pavement, April 12-13

• Harrison/Worth County Route M - paving, April 17-25

• Harrison County Route F - paving, April 26-May 3

• Harrison County Route T - paving, May 4-23

• Harrison County Route MM - paving, May 24-June 1

• Harrison County

Routes F, MM, T and Harrison/Worth County Route M - rock shoulders and pavement markings -June 5-26

All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change. Know before you go by visiting the MoDOT Traveler Information Map for work zone information and road conditions at http://traveler.modot.org/m ap/, or downloading from your smart phone’s app store.

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PUBLIC AUCTION

SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 2023 • 10 AM

American Legion Building

Spring Street/North Pearl Street, Milan, MO Estate

of Sherry Howard

Items: couch loveseat; marble top coffee table and end table; curio cabinet; hutch; 3 electric fireplaces; fans; 40” flat screen TV with stand; wood trunk; corner shelves; lots of costume jewelry; lamps; floor lamp; dresser; jewelry stand; nice king size bed and dresser; night stands; dressers; pots and pans and dishes; wicker chest; book shelf; office chair and desk; drop leaf tables; computer; pictures; mirrors; vacuum cleaner; 3 pc bedroom set with dresser and mirror; oak chair; bedding and sheets; towels; hutch; vanity; bar stools; glass top table and 4 chairs; elec wheel chair; iron patio furniture; electric grill; paper shredder; ice cream maker; piano (Schafer and Sons); upright freezer; refrigerator; shelves; aluminum ladder; a few hand tools; shelving; sled; Kitchenaide stand up mixer; Christmas décor; iron bed; used lumber; lots of miscellaneous.

Plan to Attend this Sale! More Items not Listed. RICHARDSON AUCTION SERVICE

B.R. Richardson, Auctioneer - 660-265-5518

Statements made on sale day take precedence over printed material. Concessions on grounds. Proceeds to Milan American Legion Post.

Trenton School Board candidates square off in public forum

By Violet Airey and Jamey Honeycutt

The 2023 Trenton R-9 School Board Candidate forum was held Monday, March 20, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Trenton High School Performing Arts Center. The School Board candidates were asked their opinions and motives on select questions and issues brought to them by the teachers association through Anna Muselman who also brought the microphone around to local citizens who might have had questions for the candidates which was offered later in the event. Candidates present were (in no particular order) Brandon Gibler, Andy Buress, Robin Chambers, Josh Shular, Ronda Lickteig, and Jason Hostetler, who was not present. Hostetler submitted some answers to the questions and those answers will be included when provided.

Moderator Mindy Walker, Missouri State Teachers Association Service Coordinator gave a welcoming introduction to the forum. Following the introduction, the candidates were asked to introduce themselves and explain why they were running for school board in a maximum of three minutes. Once introductions were finished, all candidates were given the maximum of two minutes to give their answer following each question.

First Question:

How will you make sure that all stakeholders including parents, students, teachers and taxpayers voices are heard on board member issues?

Andy Buress was the first to answer and said “I have an open door policy, you can call me anytime, everybody that's called me I've looked into what they've had to say.” As a follow up regarding closed session discussion, Burress added that rules for what can and cannot be discussed in closed session were not up to board members and that “it is what it is”.

Robin Chambers agreed with being an open book but thought issues should go through a “chain of command” when issues were brought to the board. “Once issues have been brought first to a principal or superintendent, and once that chain of command has been followed I have no problem hearing what people have to say and then taking it to the board.”

Brandon Gibler stressed his accessibility and willingness to listen to constituents. “I have also been involved in Comprehensive School Improvement Program that was wonderful way to hear the voices of all stakeholders.” Gibler also mentioned that he is often found at school events and meetings and constituents will find him easy to approach.

Ronda Lickteig said that she believes some board meetings need to be held at the high school rather than the district office since the room is so small and can only accommodate a few patrons. Lickteig went on to say “while we would not discuss personnel decisions in public, but it should be pointed out that there are a lot of things that don’t have to be discussed in closed session.” Lickteig summed up her thoughts by saying patrons should address the board as a whole.

Josh Shuler agreed with earlier comments about following the chain of command and transparency. “I am happy to explain my position to anyone, to take feedback from others.” “For me, it is about being available but also seeking out needs.”

Jason Hostetler - Hostetler promised to keep an open mind in all discussions and to remain impartial with no agenda. “I believe each and every individual in our district deserves to be heard.”

The moderator alluded to a serious issue nationwide, not just in Trenton, as being teacher recruitment and retention then poised question number two:

How will you work to recruit and keep quality teachers for our students?

Chambers, who was first to answer this question said she will listen to “what the needs of the teachers are, the needs of the district”. Chambers reiterated that this is not just a problem for schools but with most businesses. She wrapped up her thoughts by saying she would listen and try to meet needs that would attract and retain teachers.

Gibler said that teacher retention has been one of his top three issues for the school district. “We need to prioritize strong professional development, we need to provide support.” “Teachers need support from their administrators. They need to be respected, trusted and valued.”

Lickteig agreed that a lot of the issue had to do with culture. “If there's something we can do to retain good teachers, let's figure out what it is and try to do it.” Lickteig asked “Why are people leaving? Do they feel valued, are they treated like professionals and listened to?”

Shuler was next and thinks investment, encouragement, resources, and programs to create a work environment that teachers feel safe in would help. “It really is culture.” “There are leaving, not feeling supported, by the community or administration.” He stressed that everyone needs to pull together to attract and retain good teachers.

Burress also felt that listening to what the teachers need and keeping a good atmosphere is important. “Parents have a big role, if teachers got more backing at home it would make their jobs easier.” “Salary has never been an issue with those who came to talk with me, it was about the atmosphere.

They need to feel appreciated.”

Hostetler - “I don’t believe trying to pay more than occupation competitors is the answer, as we simply cannot afford it on the backs of taxpayers.” Hostetler went on to say they need to remain competitive on wages and provide a great environment and a positive and appreciated culture.

Some community members have expressed concern regarding the appearance of a lack of transparency regarding school board actions. Do you have a plan to rectify this situation?

Gibler stated that he takes privacy and the law very seriously. “We would be putting ourselves and the district at risk of litigation if we divulged information about disciplinary actions or personnel matters.” Gibler added that the board has followed all guidelines and been transparent.

Lickteig addressed transparency by saying “I don’t feel Mr. Stegman felt he was being disciplined when he left with two years worth of salary. It was a 4-3 vote so there was a lot of discussion and not everyone was in agreement.” “It would have helped the community if the board would have said something.” “transparency starts with believing that people should know”.

Shuler addressed transparency by saying it is a tricky subject but admitted that when the board doesn’t explain an action, the public will always fill in the gaps with their own thoughts. “Every time that we don’t share the reasons behind the decision, people make up their own minds. We need to continually push the boundaries of what we can share.” Shuler admitted the board needs to be more proactive as far as transparency.

Burress defended the board's commitment to transparency saying “I don't have a problem saying anything that can be said, i'll discuss anything that can be discussed”. “As far as I know, there has been no one denied talking at a board meeting.”

Chambers agrees with transparency while acknowledging the legal issues that come with sharing more than what the board is allowed to. “There are certain things that are in closed sessions for certain reasons and so those cannot be disclosed.”

What are your thoughts on a four day school week?

Lickteig does not support the thought of a four day school week educationally but admits that we might be forced to go to 4 days at some point. She also worried about parents who would have to find and pay for the extra day of childcare and the student not getting enough time with their studies. “I'm just never gonna say that's the best possible thing for students because I just don't know that it is.”

Shuler says there's a lot more data to look at rather than just academics, citing previous comments about childcare and sports schedules. “The community needs to come together with us because it will require all of us to be involved.”

Burress added that he is not for or against the thought of 4 day school. “If the test scores were higher” he would be for it, but based on the data that he's seen from school going to a four day school week he doesn't see it happening.

Chambers shared that she is not for or against the concept because of the lack of knowledge she has regarding four day school. She did share that she has concerns with childcare access and how it would affect non-certified staff. She said “I'm definitely not opposed to it but I would need more information”

Gibler questioned the stability of a four day school with the “first concern being knowing if it helps teacher retention, how it affects student achievement and the third is knowing how the community thinks.”

Our district Motto is to inspire excellence in each and every student, every day. A quality of excellence is initiative. For new school board candidates, how specifically will you exercise initiative during your term to improve our district?

Shuler said there are a lot of opportunities and says “it initially falls back on seeking feedback” and wants to focus on ways to improve the district such as teacher retention.

Chambers wants to focus on being an “open book and being there to listen to people with their concerns”. “To build on positives and to listen and help implement positives.”

Lickteig sees an issue with different factions being defensive within the district and on edge. “There is a reason everyone is on edge and there is a lack of trust. I don’t have an answer to fix it but that will be something I would try and figure out. ”

What initiative have you taken during your term to improve the school district?

Burress said “You're not going to do anything by yourself, you have to do it together.” Burress pointed to getting the curriculum in line during his term and hiring reading coaches along with improving the atmosphere at the schools.

Gibler admitted that being married to a teacher has helped shape his thinking about being a board member. “I make informed common sense decisions with the student first approach. I don’t mess with the chain of command and I don’t micromanage affairs. I am going to hold the superintendent accountable.”

Should transgender students be allowed to participate in sports and to use bathrooms/locker rooms of which they identify?

Burress simply answered “No.”

Chambers also said no and thought when it came to sports “whatever sex you are biologically born should be the sport that you are playing.”

Gibler also agreed with Chambers and Burress saying “if the birth certificate says male, that's the locker room, that's the bathroom, that's the sport you get, same for female.”

Lickteig said when it comes to the sports aspect of it, it is not the board's choice. “Were a MSHAA school, and MSHAA has rules for transgender.” but as for the bathroom issue she said “all bathrooms should be safe.” Lickteig added that while many may not agree, some of these issues will be determined on a state level and the board may be forced to comply or face the consequences.

Shuler said “it's a time where we need to show if we’ve got backbone to stand up against what everybody else does or not.” and finished his answer “Absolutely, unequivocally no.”

How important is a school resource officer?

Chambers thinks it would bring “a positive influence into schools” and that officers would promote safer schools.

Gibler is in favor of a school resource officer but has concerns on how the board would fit it into the budget “we need to find a way to make everything work well.”

Lickteig is in favor of a resource officer but recognizes that the job description is complex. “I am not against hiring an officer but I am also for a licensed school social worker.” Lickteig reiterated that it concerns her to hear that money is tight in the district, there are needs such as a resource officer or social worker and yet we paid the former superintendent $300,000 to leave.

Shuler is also in favor of the school hiring an officer but also wants to be fiscally responsible. At the same time, he wonders “is one going to be enough to cover all campuses?”

Burress thinks the resource officer would be a “good deal” and is “definitely in favor” of looking into it.

What are your thoughts on critical race theory?

Gibler - “critical race theory is a political ideology that discriminates by race. It's not currently taught in our school district and I don't think that it should be added.”

Lickteig said “I think the fact that it's very difficult to define critical race theory makes it hard for anyone to say what it is and if it's being taught or not being taught” and spoke about how “race is gonna come up” when talking about history and historical events. “Our teachers are already under a microscope for what they teach and say”, “and if you are going to have a discussion about civil rights, immigration … race is going to come up.”

Shuler said “ Critical race theory is a politically motivated, agenda motivated way of rewriting history.” “Rewriting history to serve any political agenda should never be allowed in our schools.”

Burress was “not for it being taught.”

Chambers doesn't “believe it needs to be in our education”

Put these things in order, beginning with the most important. Safety, education, inclusivity.

Lickteig - Safety, Education, inclusivity.

Shuler - safety, education, and inclusivity.

Burress - safety, education, and inclusivity.

Chambers - safety, inclusivity, and education

Gibler - “they all need to happen at the same time” and all are equally important.

The first question asked by a person in the audience was

“Do you feel it was fiscally responsible to waste $200,000-300,000 of the school budget?”

Shuler stated that he didn’t know if it was wasteful or not. “There were bigger factors at play and we don’t know if it could have been a bargain compared to the damage it could have caused for him (former superintendent) to stay.”

Burress started by suggesting “wasteful” was a strong word. He stated that “The safety of the kids is first, the atmosphere and work environment for the teachers, and if they don’t have that, you don’t have the best education for your kids. If it costs that ($300,000), no, it wasn’t wasteful to me.”

Chambers said that she believes the board made a decision that was best for the school. “I can only think the board made the decision that they felt was best for the school, best for the kids, best for the teachers.”

Gibler said “it's hard to measure what the cost was going to be to continue like we were headed.” He continued that there were a lot of factors that had to be considered. He voted yes because he thought it was worth it to move on.

Lickteig - “The vote was 4-3, that tells me that there were three people out of seven that didn’t think it was the best thing for the school district.” She questioned that paying the former superintendent $300,000 was in the best interest of the district. “There were obviously ways the board could have mitigated what was happening with him.”

Grand River Garden Club Tours Barnes Greenhouse

Members of the Grand River Garden Club met March 20 at Barnes Greenhouse to create flower boxes of their choice of lettuce, edible violets, strawberries, Swiss chard, spinach and a few other vegetables.

Members were also informed of some of the new products and flowers at the greenhouse by Trish Wendt and Cindy Jennings, who also gave ideas for and instructions on planting the vegetable starts. Members also browsed the flowers and discount table at Barnes.

After the morning at Barnes, members met at China One Restaurant for lunch and a brief business meeting. Ginny Johns, president, conducted the meeting. The treasurer’s report was given by Laura Ewing and Karalyn Thompson, secretary, read minutes of the last meeting. Both reports were approved.

The group finalized details for several planned events. Members will offer plants for sale at the Lei-

sure Lake garage sale April 29 at 8 a.m. at the community building. Members will meet at 11:30 a.m. at the old JC Penney parking lot May 8 to tour several greenhouses. The group will go to Jamesport May 10, with members meeting at 10:30 a.m. at the old JC Penney parking lot and will link up with other members at 10:45 a.m. at the cross

Andy Powell

west of Trenton.

On May 15, members will meet at Dorothy Taul’s home for a Mother’s Day tea. Members are to bring their own tea cup and a picture of their mother. June 1 the group will go to Powell Gardens, meeting at 8 a.m. at the old JC Penney parking lot.

A motion to adjourn was made by Annie Forman and

seconded by Diana Hoppe.

Those attending were: Mrs. Johns, Mrs. Ewing, Mrs. Thompson, Ms. Taul, Ms. Forman, Mrs. Hoppe, Marilyn Booth, Linda Carman, Bonna Dittberner, Linda Lamp, Doris Provorse, Carolyn Forman, Cinda Stifel and Marilyn Bain.

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Thank You

I want to thank my family, my work family and all of my friends who made my 80th Birthday so special. You are all very dear. Every day is a blessing and your love and friendship is such a blessing to me.

Love, Ila Rhea

Trenton Area Calendar of Events

FRIDAY

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

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

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

SATURDAY

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

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

Celebrate Recovery, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m.

SUNDAY

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

MONDAY

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

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

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

TUESDAY

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

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

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

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

WEDNESDAY

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

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

THURSDAY

Trenton Rotary Club, BTC Bank Community Room, noon.

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

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Trish Wendt, left, and Cindy Jennings, right, held a demonstration of new products and flowers at Barnes Greenhouse in Trenton during the March 20 meeting of the Grand River Garden Club.

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By: Kristi Harris R-T Correspondent

Established in 1999 as a subsidiary of Grundy Electric Cooperative, MidStates Services LLC provides both residential and business customers with reliable internet service and tools for effective electronic communication. Mid-States offers both fixed wireless and fiber broadband internet to its customers. Residents of Bethany, Cainsville, Eagleville, Galt, Gilman City, Jameson, Lake Viking, Mercer, Milan, Pattonsburg, Princeton and Ridgeway, MO, and Lineville and Clio, IA can access fixed wireless services, and Mid-States fiber broadband internet project has made a significant impact on Trenton and the surrounding area. In addition to fixed wireless and fiber broadband internet access, Mid-States also offers Voice Over Internet Protocol phone service and ONT/Router service.

The fiber broadband project began in 2017 with the announcement of construction plans. The first fiber broadband customers in Trenton were connected in 2018 with Mid-States, offering speeds of 50, 100, and 250

megabits and 1 gigabit per second.

Fiber broadband is now the only internet service Mid-States offers in Trenton. The fiber project was expanded in 2019 to include customers in the rural area surrounding Trenton.

In July 2020, Mid-States began a new fiber broadband project comprising the City of Gallatin, with customers

connected in 2021. Future expansion is planned for the north and west of Gallatin, including Lake Viking and Altamont.

To learn more about Mid-States Services, visit www.mid-states.net or call 660-359-2045. You can also follow Mid-States Services on Facebook @midstateservices

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Students at Rissler Elementary School have been honored with the Terrific Kid Award for the month of March. Students were selected and recognized for demonstrating the character trait of “fairness”. The award is presented each month and is sponsored by the Trenton Kiwanis Club and Sonic Drive-In of Trenton. Those selected include from left, front row, Thea Tatum, Athelstan Hollinger, Presley Logan, Adaline Neighbors, Willow White, Lila Grooms, Kinsley Woolard, Zekiel Stephens, Grace Mascorro and Caragan Golden; back row, Belah Stout, Jace Pollard, Kara Helmandollar representing the Trenton Kiwanis Club, Lucas Wood, Gunnar Dannar, Kelson Muff, Kayler Adams, Garrett Griffith, Bentley McClure and Iridessa Burkeybile. Not pictured are Annabelle Johnson, Jeremiah Hamilton and Jaxon Schroeder.

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660-359-6210

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Stephanie Muck (right) a registered nurse II in the Wright Memorial Hospital outpatient clinic, was honored as the hospital's Employee of the Quarter for the first quarter 2023. Steve Schieber, CEO, presented the award to Muck at a ceremony held in her honor. The Employee of the Quarter Award recognizes an employee who provides exemplary service, going beyond the call of duty to support fellow employees or to comfort or assist patients and their families.

In her nomination form, Muck’s co-workers said, “Stephanie ensures patients receive the best care by answering questions and following through with anything they need. She is a dedicated team member who works hard in everything she does. She is always upbeat and brings a lot of sunshine to the department and our patients. Stephanie goes above and beyond to help her co-workers, even when she is busy. She displays great teamwork by trading shifts, completing prior authorizations, and rooming patients.”

In recognition of the award, Muck received an Employee of the Quarter certificate, the parking space of her choice for three months, her photo posted in the hospital, her name engraved on a plaque displayed in the hospital, and recognition in local media.

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Trenton Elks Lodge #801 recently made a $3,000 donation to the Grundy County Flag Project. Pictured are, from left, Trenton Elks Lodge #801 members Nate Meservey (treasurer) and Dennis McAtee (trustee) presenting the check to Kara Helmandollar, who accepted the check on behalf of the Grundy County Flag Project committee.

LOCAL

ELECT JACKIE SOPTIC TRENTON MAYOR

A positive, experienced voice for your next Mayor.

A proclamation was recently signed by the Grundy County Commissioners recognizing the month of March as National Developmental Disability Awareness Month. There are more than 100,000 persons in Missouri with developmental disabilities. During the month of March, Families and Friends of the Developmentally Disabled (FFDD) celebrates many achievements and contributions by individuals with developmental disabilities throughout our nation and our community. We 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 Grundy County to give full support to efforts towards enabling citizens with developmental disabilities to live a productive life, maximizing their potential.

Pictured are, from left, front row, Commissioner Brad Chumbley, Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray, Commissioner Don Sager and Grundy County Clerk Courtney Campbell; back row, FFDD Executive Director Kayla Graham, FFDD Friend Terressa Stiner, FFDD Friend James Ross, FFDD Board Chairman Dan Wilford and FFDD Bus Driver Dale Campbell.

LOCAL GRAIN PRICES

March 28

Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/Carrollton (1-800-722-4407)

Corn 6.87, Soybeans 14.52, Soft Wheat 6.74 New Crop Corn 5.52, Soybeans 12.73, Soft Wheat 6.86

The City of Trenton is a great community and has been a wonderful place to raise our family and operate a successful business.

I have served three terms on the Trenton City Council, served as Mayor Pro-Tem, and was appointed to the Building Board and Economic Development Committee. It would be my honor and privilege to apply my community development experience to the position of Mayor and promote our community throughout the region and state.

ON April 4th cast your vote for a progressive positive voice for OUR community and choose Jackie Soptic as the next Mayor of the City of Trenton

QUESTIONS? 660-359-1434 soptic@grundyec.net

Facebook: Jackie Soptic, Mayor

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PAID FOR BY COMMITTEE TO ELECT JACKIE SOPTIC MAYOR, TREASURER JENNY LEWIS

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Zoe Williamson, left, and Sawyer McCallon, right, representing North Central Missouri College, were two of 80 collegiate students nominated to attend the 38th Annual Missouri Governor’s Student Leadership Forum on Faith and Values

The Forum challenges students’ character development by encouraging them to reflect on their own decision-making skills, values, and belief systems. Students learn about how to reconcile relationships, stand for truth, and love others as they love themselves. The Forum’s guiding principle is teaching students to

The Forum kicked off with an inspirational message from Rebecca Welsh, Founder of Halo, a mission that provides housing, healing, and education to atrisk and homeless children. Students ended the day at the Capitol, touring the House Lounge and hearing from Bob Priddy, retired news director of Missourinet, visiting the Governor’s office for a meet and greet and message from Governor Mike Parson, and finally visiting the House Floor, led by Missouri State Senator Travis Fitzwater, and hearing from Rod Jetton, former Speaker of the House.

Miss Williamson said, “It was truly a one-of-a-kind experience, and I learned lots about being a servant leader. I also met a lot of great people and made

Students also heard from several speakers who lead by example, including Morgan Steward, Business Manager and former Mizzou D1 athlete; Wongani Mtika, consultant and mentor; Bryan Cizek, E3 Ranch Foundation; and Justin

The event started in 1986 under the leadership of former Missouri Governor

COMICS

magic that included audience participation and surprises. His focus was on how reading can help you learn magic. Children also learned as they practiced counting, naming colors and identifying shapes during the show. This program was sponsored by Grundy County United Way. Pictured with Marty the Magician are

For Better or For Worse® by Lynn

Monday, March 13 @ 11 am

Sheep, Goat & Hog Sale:

Saturday, March 18 @ 10 am

StocksRecap

Thenot-so-greatresignation

What does it mean when record numbers of people quit their jobs?

The question arose in 2021 as government data showed a spike in the tally of Americans leaving their jobs. At the same time, many businesses complained they couldn’t find enough workers

the level of “quits” was not so much a measure of people on the sidelines, but of how hot the job market was. More people quitting reflected greater opportunities

Friday, March 24 @ 6 pm

Feeder Sale:

Special Cow Sales: 4th Friday of the month @ 6 pm

And a theme was born:

The “Great Resignation” was occurring, the story went, as more people, weary from the pandemic reassessed their career paths, their work-life balance, and the size of their paychecks. Millions concluded they should quit.

Yet most decided to take other jobs, typically at higher pay. As a result

821 Industrial Dr. Trenton, MO 64683

660-359-6210

Since last spring, however, quitting has slowly declined. Nearly 4.5 million people quit their jobs last April, matching a record high reached the previous November. Since then, quits have fallen to 3 9 million in January the latest data available. That is still above the pre-pandemic peak of 3 6 million but not by much. The decline suggests that the red-hot post-pandemic job market is finally cooling a bit.

Submitted Photo Trenton Middle School Students have been honored with the Student of the Month award for March 2023, recognized for demonstrating the character trait of “Fairness”. Those receiving the honor include, from left, front row, fifth grader Alexandria Ely, daughter of Angela Brill-Ely & Bob Ely; sixth grader Israel Prescott, daughter of Shiane Eason & Russell Prescott; seventh grader Lynnzi McCullough, daughter of Lisa and Shaun McCullough; and eighth grader Emilee Zessi, daughter of Amanda and Michel Zessi; back row, fifth grader Chance Golden, son of Jessica and Jason Golden; seventh grader Riley Lebsack, son of Chase and Larissa Lebsack; and eighth grader Jacob White, son of Tracey and Brian White. Not pictured is sixth grader Dru Vandevender, son of Amanda and Paul Vandevender.

435 W. 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682 Casey & Amelia Flinn, Owners

Shoe® by Jeff MacNelly

Alley Oop® by Joey Alison Sayers and Jonathan Lemon

Johnson

Frank & Ernest® by Bob Thaves

The Born Loser® by Art and Chip Sansom

Garfield® by Jim Davis

NOTICE OF ELECTION GRUNDY COUNTY MISSOURI

TUESDAY, April 4, 2023

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 4, 2023 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 2022 valuations.

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 2022 valuations.

CITIES NOTICE OF ELECTION

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 2022 valuations.

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.

VOTING PRECINCTS GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI

Municipal Election

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Galt Baptist Church

Spickard Christian Church

Laredo Community Bldg

Edinburg Baptist Church

Grundy County Courthouse

NCMC Ketcham (Sugg Room)

First Christian Church

Liberty Township/Myers Township

Franklin Township/Washington Township

Wilson Township/Marion Township

Madison Township/Taylor Township

Trenton 1st Ward/Jefferson Township

Trenton 2nd Ward/Lincoln Township

Trenton 3rd Ward/ Harrison Township

First Baptist Recreational Center Trenton 4th Ward/Jackson Township

Livingston County R-9 Voters: Mildred Litton 4-H/FFA

Community Center

Livingston County Jackson Township

The polls of each election precinct shall open at six o’clock a.m. and continue open until seven o’clock p.m. as provided by 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 17th day of March, 2023.

(SEAL)

Courtney Campbell

Grundy County Clerk dMar23,30

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.

BUSINESS/ SERVICES

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "The advertisements appearing in this column may involve the offer of a security as defined by Missouri law, such as investment contracts, partnership interests, or notes. It is possible that these advertisements or the offers on which they are based may require registration with the Missouri Securities Division under Chapter 509 of the Revised Missouri Statutes.

Advertisers and potential advertisers are advised that transactions and advertisements involving securities entail certain rights and responsibilities created by the above mentioned laws. If you have any questions, call your attorney or the Missouri Securities Division at 1800-721-7996.

Anyone considering investing should be aware that all persons who sell securities and the securities they sell must be registered or exempt from registration with the Securities Division of the Secretary of State's office. To make sure the individual and the investment are registered prior to investing, call 1800-721-7996.

INVESTIGATE BEFORE YOU

INVEST! Always a good policy, especially for business opportunities and franchises. Call MO Attorney General at (880) 392-8222 or the Federal Trade Commission at (877) FTC-HELP for free information. Or visit our Web site at www.ftc.gov/bizop.

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

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*SEAMLESS GUTTERING* We are ready to replace your old gutters with new seamless aluminum gutters! MOORE’S CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORK, INC. 359-5477. 52 Years Experience.

WANTED!! Used & Abused Cars & Trucks. Highest prices paid! You Call - We Come Get It! FRONTIER AUTO & TRUCK PARTS (formerly Jim’s Auto Salvage) 145 Hwy. W., Trenton, 3593888.

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

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

• Free Estimates.

Available

32089 St. Hwy 6, Jamesport, 660-684-6404

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CLASSIFIEDS

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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Apartments For LeaseVarious size apartments available in Hale MO. Utilities and appliances furnished. Available soon. NO PETS. Background check required. 660-645-2269 or 660-6452316

-------------------------------------1 bedroom apartment in Lathrop. $550 plus utilities. 1 approved pet allowed. 816500-6651.

NOTICES

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

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

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

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Mid-States Services is now offering: Fiber Optic installs in rural Trenton! MidStates will STILL WAIVE the $150 installation free for those who sign up NOW! Sign up TODAY by calling 660-359-2045 or at http://www.mid-states.net.

4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683.

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

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PAGE TREE SERVICE

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

Free Estimates!

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LAUHOFF JEWELRY

Downtown Chillicothe620 Washington St. Open

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

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H & S CONTRACTING

Remodeling, room additions, garages & decks and pole barns * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing * Backhoe & Bobcat work * New water & sewer lines. Kale Hoerrmann - Owner, 30 years experience – 660953-0724.

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

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BUY - SELL - TRADE -

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

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Willing Workers LLP -

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

Corgi puppies ready for new homes the week of Easter. Wonderful companions. 1st sthots and raised with kids, cats, and chickens. Trimble. 816-500-6645

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CANCELED

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8 wk old Jack Russell pups, APRI reg, 6m/1f, shots, microchipped, $475. 816 807-0382.

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INSURANCE

HELTON INSURANCE

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

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

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FOR SALE

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

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WANTED

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

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IN SEARCH OF LAND TO LEASE: HAY GROUND, 51,000 Acres, CATTLE/ SHEEP GROUND, 40-1,000 Acres, Weed Spray Included. Please Contact: Brady Sims 816-547-4991

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

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FOR RENT

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All rental property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

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

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Cassandra Brewer at 660359-5647.

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For Rent: 2 Bedroom, $625 a month. Includes water and trash. Main Street Apartments. 103 S. Main St. Plattsburg. 816-412-0851

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FARM NEEDS

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

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

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

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

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RUMMAGE SALE

Garage/Bake Sale: Plattsburg Legion Auxiliary Post 97 (110 Locust) March 31, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m, April 1, 8 a.m. to noon. A little bit of everything!

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Green Hills Animal Shelter is seeking donations for our annual garage sale fund raiser April 15. Items may be dropped off during regular business hours. Please, no computers or television. Nothing accepted after April 12.

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Green Hills Rural Development is accepting bids for mowing and weed eating services at 810 Washington Street in Trenton, liability insurance is required. Please email bids to debbie@ghrpc.org or drop off at 810 Washington Street Trenton by March 31st 2023. For more information call 660-359-5636

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HELP WANTED

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

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Help Wanted - Counterperson, Delivery Driver, Monday thru Friday, 8-5, every other Saturday, 7:30-12:00. Paid vacation and holidays. Must have clean driving record. Apply in person at Carquest Auto Parts, Trenton, MO.

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HELP WANTED LawnWorks LLC is looking for someone to join our lawn care team. Must be dependable and have a valid drivers license. We offer competitive hourly wage based on experience and performance. To apply send an email to bart.lawnworksllc@gmail.com or call 660-635-0073.

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HELP WANTED - US 36 Raceway Drag Strip - Concession Stand - Must be at least 16 years old - Saturdays and/or Wednesdays. Call Ruth 816-632-6492.

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

We are currently looking for the following positions: Sales Professionals, Parts Manager, Parts Counterman, Detailers, Technicians. 800 E Baldwin St., Cameron, MO 64429 816-649-5291

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WEBSITES

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

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Trenton City-Wide Garage Sales Saturday, April 15

CLASSIFIEDS

SEEKING BIDS

Laredo R-VII School District has a bus for sale. Contact the school at 660286-2225 for more information. dMar23,30

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

SEEKING BIDS

North Central Missouri College is accepting bids on the sale of surplus office and classroom type furniture. Please see www.ncmissouri.edu for additional details.

dMar23,30

SEEKING BIDS

Laredo R-VII School District is seeking bids for banking services. Bids may be submitted to the school district at 106 West Main, Laredo, MO 64652. For more information call 660-286-2225. dMar23,30

In Re: Amy Lou Ridenour-Ewing

Case No. 23AG-DR00006

To Whom It May Concern: Notice is hereby given that by an Order of the Circuit Court of the County of Grundy, Missouri, Division I, Case No. 23AG-DR00006 made and entered on the record on March 21, 2023, the name of Amy Lou Ridenour-Ewing was to change to Amy Mae Ridenour Valeka.

/s/ Becky Stanturf Circuit Clerk (3/30, 4/6, 4/13/23)

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Pleasant View R-VI School District is accepting bids for approximately 3,500 square feet of floor to have carpet removed and either the concrete polished, concrete stained, or an epoxy coating installed. Sealed bids are due to the school by noon on April 11, 2023. For additional information, please contact the school at 660-359-3438. Pleasant View School District is an equal opportunity employer.

CITY OF TRENTON, MO

TRENTON MUNICIPAL UTILITIES

2023 WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT – PHASE 1

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed Bids for the 2023 Water Main Replacement Project – Phase 1 will be received by the City of Trenton & Trenton Municipal Utilities, at the office of the City Clerk, until 11:00 a.m. local time on April 20, 2023, at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project consists of furnishing and installing C900 PVC pipe, ductile iron fittings, gate valves, fire hydrant assemblies, thrust blocks, connection restraints, surface restoration, traffic control, and appurtenances. Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. Bids shall be on a unit price basis.

The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Howe Company, LLC 804 E. Patton St, Macon, MO 63552 660395-4693. Questions other than ordering documents should be directed to Josh Lambeth, E.I.

Bidding Documents also may be examined at the office of the City of Trenton, 1100 Main Street, Trenton, MO, on Mondays through Fridays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.; and the office of the Engineer, Howe Company, LLC 804 E. Patton Street, Macon, MO, on Mondays through Fridays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office, during the hours indicated above, upon payment of a non-refundable fee of $50.00 plus $25.00 shipping for each set. Checks for Bidding Documents shall be payable to Howe Company, LLC. Upon request and receipt of the document fee indicated above plus a non-refundable shipping charge, the Issuing Office will transmit the Bidding Documents via delivery service. The date that the Bidding Documents are transmitted by the Issuing Office will be considered the Bidder’s date of receipt of the Bidding Documents. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Bid Documents can also be obtained in PDF form from www.howecompany.com. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including Addenda if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office and www.howecompany.com. Bidders must obtain their bid documents from Howe Company, LLC or www.howecompany.com and be on the plan holders list to bid the project. Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders.

Owner: City of Trenton/Trenton Municipal Utilities

By: Ron Urton, P.E.

Title: City Administrator/Utility Director (3/30/23)

SPECIAL COW SALE

FRIDAY, MARCH 24 • 6:00 PM

EXPECTING 400 HEAD!

Roy and Betty Samples - Complete dispersal - 85 angus cows 3-4 years old. Bred to angus and sim angus bulls. Start calving August 25th. 55 day calving period. Very fancy set of high quality cows. Cows originated out of Montana as heifers.

Dylon Handley - 45 angus and angus cross cows. 4-6 years old. 3rd period. Nice big cows. Bred to angus bulls.

Wheatcraft farms - 3 purebred Charolais bulls. 14 months old.

Taylor farms - 2 head 18 month old purebred Charolais bulls.

Tom and Diane Dumas - Complete dispersal - 35 angus cows. 3-5 years old. Homeraised.

Start calving September 1. Bred angus bulls. Fancy set.

Austin Hall - 2 head 18 month old sim angus bulls and. 4 year old sim angus bull.

Chris Heil - 2 red angus bulls. 2yrs old.

Bentley Hogan - 17 angus cows. 3-5yrs old. 3rd stage. Bred angus bulls.

Philip Bell - 8 fall calving cows. 4-7 yrs old.

FEEDER SALE - MONDAY, MARCH 27 • 11 AM

SHEEP, GOAT & HOG SALE - SATURDAY, APRIL 1 • 10 AM

FEEDER SALE - MONDAY, APRIL 3 • 11 AM

FEEDER SALE - MONDAY, APRIL 10 • 11 AM

SHEEP, GOAT & HOG SALE - SATURDAY, APRIL 15 • 10 AM

FEEDER SALE - MONDAY, APRIL 17 • 11 AM

FEEDER SALE - MONDAY, APRIL 24 • 11 AM

Cattle Sales: Mondays @ 11 am

Sheep, Goat & Hog Sales: 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month @ 10 am

Special Cow Sales: 4th Friday of the month @ 6 pm

Open all day on Sundays to receive livestock!

Barn: 660-622-4214

• Casey Flinn, Owner: 816-769-7532

Field Reps: Dwayne Penny: 816-506-2776

Bobby Morrison: 816-345-0518

Travis Gibson: 660-646-8337

• Utah Stulz: 660-334-0400

• Ben Peterson: 660-247-2759

• Rick Tate: 660-734-1307

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

435 W. 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682 Casey & Amelia Flinn, Owners

Spring Sports Seasons in Full Swing

Local Baseball Games Opening Scores

Trenton:

03/20/23 Win over Carrollton (8-5)

03/21/23 Win over Hamilton (25-6)

03/24/23 Loss to Lathrop (1-3)

03/27/23 Loss to Cameron (4-18)

Princton:

03/23/23 Loss to Tri-Co./Gallatin (0-10)

03/24/23 Loss to Lathrop (7-17)

03/27/23 Win over East Harrison (20-5)

Tri-County/Gallatin

03/23/23 Win over Princeton (10-0)

Postponed games: Bosworth/Hale, Macon County/Bucklin

Newtown-Harris/Grundy Co.

03/27/23 Loss to Milan (4-10)

Postponed games: Gilman City/North Daviess, Princeton

Trenton Boy’s Tennis

03/23/23 Loss to Kirksville (4-5)

03/27/23 Win over Savannah (5-4)

Villacampa 1 - Horton 8

Sager 2 - Heftye 8

Sole 5 - Gould 8

T. Otto 8 - Kurre 5

Markell 8 - Herbert 6

Dixon 9 - Higer 8 (Set 2: 7-2)

Villacampa/Sager 9 - Heftye/Gould 8 (Set 2: 7-3)

Sole/ T. Otto 3 - Horton/Herbert 8

Dixon/Markell 8 - Kurre/Higer 2

Princeton Tigers Golf

2022-2023 SCHEDULE ROSTER

DATE OPPONENT

4/4 @ Albany 4/10 @ Trenton

4/11 @ Gallatin

4/17 @ Milan 4/18 @ Maysville

5/3 @ Lawson (Lawson Invitational)

5/15-5/16 Class 1 State tournament

Levi Willett (Sr.)

Ashton Clapham (Sr.)

John Schreffler (Soph.)

Noel Schreffler (Soph.)

Roman Birge (Soph.)

Clayton Evans (Soph.)

Make sure to check out the Spring Sports Insert!

Trenton Bulldog

Tri-County/Gallatin Baseball

Gallatin Bulldogs

Newtown-Harris/Grundy County

Princeton Tiger

R/T Photo taken by Libby Endicott

OUT! - Pitcher Elijah Miller picks up the batter’s little grounder to make the play at first. First baseman, Gavin Cagle, stretches out and catches the ball for the out. Miller faced 14 batters in the first half of the game having no hits against him.

R/T Photo taken by Libby Endicott

DYNAMIC DUO - Doubles partners Trent Villacampa (left) and Bradyn Sager (right) battled against their Savannah doubles opponent winning after a tough battle. Their first set was won by one but their second set they came back and won by four.

TRACK

BASEBALL

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

3/17 @ Gilman City

3/27 @ Milan

3/30 Novinger

3/31 @ Bevier

4/4 Putnam County

4/10 @ Green City

4/11 @ Tri-County/Gallatin

4/15 @ Trenton (Tournament)

4/18 @ Macon/Bucklin

4/20 @ Meadville

4/24 @ Linn County

4/25 @ Ridgeway

4/27 Brookfield

5/3 Gilman City/North Daviess

5/9 Tri-County/Gallatin

5/22-5/30 Class 1 State Tournament

THE DETAILS

CO-OP: Newtown-Harris/Grudny County

MASCOT: Tigers

COLORS: Purple and Gold

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 1 District 14

COACHES:

Head — Ty Stillwell Assistant — Caleb Fairley

ROSTER

Zackary Cross (Jr.)

Brett Otto (Jr.)

Layden Fordyce (Jr.)

Johannes Oaks (Sr.)

Hunter Miller (Soph.)

Payton Miller (Jr.)

Colton Brown (Soph.)

Corbin Axtell (Jr.)

Aidan Rains (Sr.)

Kaleb Bower (Soph.)

Slade Hill (Jr.)

Mason Rayl (Soph.)

Dylan Lawson (Fr.)

GIRL’S ROSTER

Landry Oaks (Jr.)

Anna Fordyce (Jr.)

Montana Pingel (Jr.)

Tasha Thrasher (Fr.)

Skylar Bonnett (Sr.)

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

4/6 @ Putnam County

4/13 @ Trenton

Molly Milazzo (Jr.)

Lexa Stonger (Fr.)

Adysan Rains (Soph.)

Kinsley Allnutt (Fr.)

BOY’S ROSTER

Zackary Cross (Jr.)

4/17 @ Princeton (Jim King Relays)

4/19 @ Milan (Wildcat Relays)

4/21 @ Brookfield (Gary Ewing Invitational)

5/19-20 @ Jefferson City (Class 1 State Tournament)

THE DETAILS

CO-OP: Newtown-Harris/Grudny County

MASCOT: Tigers

COLORS: Purple and Gold

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 1 District 1

COACHES: Head — Ty Stillwell Assistant — Caleb Fairley

Brett Otto (Jr.)

Layden Fordyce (Jr.)

Johannes Oaks (Sr.)

Hunter Miller (Soph.)

Payton Miller (Jr.)

Colton Brown (Soph.)

Corbin Axtell (Jr.)

Aidan Rains (Sr.)

Kaleb Bower (Soph.)

Slade Hill (Jr.)

Mason Rayl (Soph.)

Dylan Lawson (Fr.)

Photo Provided by Newtown-Harris High School

Members of the 2022-23 Newtown-Harris High School Tiger Track team include, front row, from left, Tasha Thrasher, Montana Pingel, Adysan Rains, Kinsley Allnutt, Landry Oaks, Molly Millazo, Lexa Stronger, Skylar Bonnett. Back row, from left, Trevor Sykes, Jaydon Stotts, Gauge Macgregor, Tristen Faulkner, Zach Cross, Brian Peterson, Preston Tovrea, Carson Reeter, Ryker Summers, Garret Macgregor, Cale Lawson.

Photo by Jamey Honeycutt

Members of the 2022-23 Newtown Harris High School Tiger Baseball team include,front row, from left, Layden Fordyce, Hunter Miller, Aidan Rains, Brett Otto, Johannes Oakes, Colton Brown, Slade Hill. Back row from left Coach Caleb Fairley, Payton Miller, Corbin Axtell, Zach Cross, Kaleb Bower, Mason Rayl, Coach Ty Stillwell.

Princeton Tiger Sports

TRACK

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

3/23 @ Princeton

3/27 Macon County with Bucklin

3/30 Ridgeway w/ Cainsville, Mercer

4/3 @ Penney 4/4 Lathrop

4/6 Novinger 4/11 Newtown-Harris with Grundy County

4/13 Gilman City with North Daviess

Pattonsburg 4/19 Brookfield 4/21 @ Cameron 4/24 @ King City with Union Star 4/25 @ Albany 4/28 Maysville

5/3 @ North Harrison

5/8 Trenton

5/9 @ Newtown-Harris with Grundy County

5/23-6/1 Class 3 State Tournament

THE DETAILS

CONFERENCE: GRC

MASCOT: Tigers

COLORS: Blue and White

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 1 District 4

COACHES: Head — Nathan Powell Assitant — Damon Collins

GIRL’S ROSTER

Starla Bass (Soph.)

Danielle Bears (Jr.)

Nevaeh Brizendine (Soph.)

Carsey Brown (Sr.)

Amelia Covey (Soph.)

Cheyenne Dinsmore (Sr.)

Makenzie Dunkin (Sr.)

Kelsey Goodin (Soph.)

Addilyn Henke (Soph.)

Grace Kelly (Jr.)

Randa Shahan (Soph.)

Faith Siemer (Jr.)

Megan Spencer (Sr.)

Gracie Thogmartin (Sr.)

Emma Walkup (Jr.)

Alyvia Enright (Fr.)

Alexandria Hopper (Fr.)

Kadence Power (Fr.)

Kayla Alton (Sr.)

Kara Winsett (Soph.)

BOY’S ROSTER

Talan Holt (Jr.)

Andrew Rhoades (Sr.)

Ethan Rhoades (Soph.)

Nicolas Rubio (Jr.)

Michael Wright (Sr.)

Kelby Thomas (Jr.)

Tyler Coffman (Soph.)

Miller Robert (Soph.)

Lance Montgomery (Fr.)

Kole Lewis (Fr.)

Jaden Finney (Sr.)

BASEBALL

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

BASEBALL ROSTER

#3 Gavin Power (Jr.)

#6 Evan Houk (Jr.)

#11 Landon Krohn (Jr.)

#13 Talan Holt (Jr.)

#15 Cooper Boxley (Soph.)

#20 Tyler Coffman (Soph.)

#22 James Bauer (Fr.)

#23 Damian Houk (Fr.)

#27 T.J. Stark (Soph.)

#35 Kelby Thomas (Jr.)

#42 Clay Evans (Soph.)

#24 Brek Illg (Fr.)

#44 Ryder Allen (Fr.)

Photo Provided by Terri Kelly Members of the 2022-23 Princeton High School Lady Tigers Track team include, front row, from left, Kayla Allton, Kadence Power, Nevaeh Brizendine, Alyvia Enright, Makenzie Dunkin, Gracie Thogmartin, Cheyenne Dinsmore, Megan Spencer. Back row, from left, Starla Bass, Amelia Covey, Randa Shahan, Faith Siemer, Alexandria Hopper, Grace Kelly, Carsey Brown, Addilyn Henke, Kelsey Goodin, Emma Walkup, Amelia Covey .

Photo Provided by Terri Kelly

Members of the 2022-23 Princeton High School Tiger Track team include, from left, Ethan Rhoades, Talan Holt, Jaden Finney, Kelby Thomas, Robbie Miller, Nico Rubio.

R/T photo taken by Jamey Honeycutt

Members of the 2022-23 Princeton High School Tiger Baseball team include, front row,from left, Coach Joshua Lisle, Landon Krohn, Gavin Power, Talan Holt, Evan Houk, Kelby Thomas, Clay Evans, Cooper Boxley, Coach Sawyer McCallon. Back row, from left, Mike Tipton, James Bauer, Tyler Coffman, Brek Illg, T.J. Stark.

Trenton Bulldog Sports

TRACK

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

3/30 Trenton Early Bird

4/3 @ East Buchanan (EB Early Bird Invite)

4/4 @ Higginsville (Hoefer-Husker Invitational)

4/6 @ Chillicothe (Joe Shy Relays)

4/13 Trenton Relays

4/17 @ Princeton (Jim King Relays)

4/19 @ Milan (Wildcat Relays)

4/21 @ Brookfield (Gary Ewing Invitational)

4/24 @ Lawson (Nick Sloop Invitational)

Boy’s Roster

Andrew Huffstutter - Senior

Levi Johnson - Senior

Dylan Spencer - Senior

Tim Kempton - Senior

Michael Nyakoojo - Junior

Devin Baker - Sophmore

Gabe Stark - Junior

Blaine Dunkin - Sophmore

Robert Mussellman - Junior

Nick Smith - Senior

Isaac Bonta - Freshman

Michael Baker - Freshman

Cameron Christy - Junior

Brayden Holtzclaw - Freshman

Cole Whitham - Freshman

Aiden Kempton - Sophmore

Silas Spencer - Freshman

4/28 @ Putnam County ( Marcus Hounsom Relays)

5/2 @ Albany (GRC Meet)

5/4 @ St. Joseph (Irish Relays)

5/9 @ St. Joseph (Benton Relays)

5/20 @ Odessa (Sectional Track Meet)

5/26-27 @ Jefferson City (State Track Meet)

THE DETAILS

CONFERENCE: GRC

MASCOT: Bulldogs

COLORS: Gold and Black

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 3 District 8

COACHES:

Girl’s Head Coach — Chris Parks

Boy’s Head Coach — Wes Croy

Assitant — Tammy Ockenfels

Tennis Roster

Ava Simpson - Senior

Dulce Lopez - Junior

Avery Clark - Sophmore

Tymber Cooksey - Sophmore

Jacey Hudson - Sophmore

Audre Pilcher - Sophmore

Kylee Corwin - Freshman

Kallie Curd - Freshman

Faith Elliott - Freshman

Shelby Romesbury- Freshman

Katy Simpson - Freshman

Mgr - Carlota Ramirez - Junior

Photoprovided by Trenton High School

Members of the 2022-23 Trenton High School Bulldogs Track team include, front row, from left, Isaac Bonta, Nick Smith, Silas Spencer, Gabe Stark, Blaine Dunkin, Devin Baker, Robert Mussellman, Michael Baker. Back row, from left to right, Coach Tammy Ockenfels, Michael Nyakooja, Cole Whitham, Dylan Spencer, Levi Johnson, Andrew Huffstutter, Tim Kempton, Cameron Christy, Brayden Holtzclaw, Coach.

Photoprovided by Trenton High School

Members of the 2022-23 Trenton High School Bulldogs Track team include, front row, from left, Dulce Lopez, Katie Simpson, Shelby Romesbury, Faith Elliot, Jacey Hudson. Back row, from left, , Coach Chris Parks, Tymber Cooksey, Kylee Corwin, Ava Simpson, Avery Clark, Coach Tammy Ockenfels.

Trenton Bulldog Sports

TENNIS

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

3/23 Kirksville

3/27 Savannah

3/29 @ Cameron

3/30 @ Bishop LeBlond

4/3 Benton

4/4 @ Carrollton

4/10 @ Chariton

4/13-4/14 @ Kirksville (KV Under the Lights)

4/17 Maryville

4/18 @ Chillicothe

4/19 @ Cameron (Cameron Tournament)

4/25 Lafayette

4/28 @ Higginsville

5/1 @ Kirksville

5/2 Cameron

5/3 @ Saint Joseph (SJ Benton Tournament)

GOLF

Tennis Roster

Tucker Otto - Senior

Trent Villacampa - Senior

Seth Doolittle - Junior

Victor Markell - Junior

Bradyn Sager - Junior

Maverick Sole - Junior

Jake Horton - Sophmore

Isaac Dixon - Freshman

Garrison Otto - Freshman

THE DETAILS

CONFERENCE: GRC

MASCOT: Bulldogs

COLORS: Gold and Black

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 1 District 4

COACHES: Head — David Sager

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

3/30 @ Maysville (Quad)

4/5 @ Cameron (Cameron Invitational)

4/12 @ Lawson (Lawson, Richmond Tri)

4/13 @ Brookfield (Brookfield Invitational)

4/18 @ Chillicothe (Matchup)

4/20 @ Chillicothe (Chillicothe Tournament)

4/24 Trenton (Quad)

4/27 Trenton (Tri)

4/28 @ Richmond (Spartan Invitational)

5/1 @ Cameron (GRC Tournament)

5/3 @ Lawson (Lawson Invitational)

5/9-5/10 @ Richmond (District Golf)

THE DETAILS

CONFERENCE: GRC

MASCOT: Bulldogs

COLORS: Gold and Black

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 2 District 4

COACHES: Head — Travis Mullenix

GOLF ROSTER

Riley Gott - Sophmore

Hunter Ledgerwood - Sophmore

Bo Meeker - Senior

Jacob Schmadeke -- Sophmore

Kiefer Tolson -- Sophmore

Logan Roberts - Freshman

Photo Provided by Christy Tolson

Members of the 2022-23 Trenton High School Bulldogs golf team include, from left, Logan Roberts, Hunter Ledgerwood, Kiefer Tolson, Riley Gott, Jacob Schmadeke, Bo Meeker.

R/T Photo taken by Libby Endicott

Members of the 2022-23 Trenton High School Bulldogs Tennis team include, front row, from left, Trent Villacampa, Bradyn Sager, Jake Horton, Garrison Otto. Back row, from left, Tucker Otto, Victor Markell, Seth Doolittle, Maverick Sole, Isaac Dixon.

GIRL’S ROSTER

Alex Endicott - Junior

Annabelle Ball - Junior

Elle Copple - Senior

Ashley Feiden - Junior

Lyndsey King - Sophmore

Abigail Parker - Sophmore

Kaylen Sterneker - Sophmore

Kendra Schmidt - Junior

TRACK & FEILD

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

3/28 @ Lathrop Invitational

3/30 @ Trenton Early Bird

4/3 @ Albany (Travis Girratono Memorial Relays)

4/13 @ Trenton Relays

4/14 @ Stanberry Invitational

4/18 @ Worth County Tiger Relays

4/21 @ Brookfield (Gary Ewing Invitational)

4/28 @ Mound City (Panther Relays)

5/2 @ Albany (GRC Meet)

5/6 District Track (TBD)

5/19-5/20 @ Jefferson City (Class 2 State Tournament)

THE DETAILS

CONFERENCE: GRC

MASCOT: Bulldogs

COLORS: Red and Black

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 2 District 8

COACHES:

BOY’S ROSTER

Magnum Fenimore -Sophmore

Jaden Wilson - Junior

Colt Baker - Senior

Keegan McBroom - Junior

Sullivan Bird - Freshman

Pryce Johnson - Freshman

Ethan Williams -Sophmore

Laramie Fenimore - Freshman

Head — Chris Holt

Assistant — Brook Goodman

Photo Provided by Barb Holcomb

Members of the 2022-23 Gallatin High School Lady Bulldogs track team include, from left, front row, Lyndsey King, Kaylen Sterneker, Alex Endicott, Elle Copple. Back row, from left, Kendra Schmidt, Abigail Parker, Annabell Ball, Ashley Feiden.

Photo Provided by Barb Holcomb

Members of the 2022-23 Gallatin High School Bulldogs track team include, from left, Jaden Wilson, Sullivan Bird, Magnum Fenimore, Pryce Johnson, Colt Baker, Laramie Fenimore, Ethan Williams.

Isaac Bird - Senior

Payton Feiden - Senior

Peyton Johnson - Senior

Brett Hemry - Senior

Ethan Adkison - Senior

Ayden Kenzy - Junior

Gallatin Bulldog Sports

GOLF

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

3/22 @ Orrick Tournament

3/23 @ Maysville (Quad; Maysville, Penney, North Harrison)

3/27 @ South Harrison

3/30 Gallatin Quad (Maysville,South Harrison, North Harrison)

4/4 @ Albany

4/5 @ Cameron (Cameron Tournament)

4/6 Gallatin Quad (Stanberry, King City, Worth County)

4/11 Gallatin Quad (Princeton, Lathrop, Lawson)

4/18 Gallatin Quad (Mercer, Hamilton, Albany)

4/24 @ Trenton (Gallatin, Marceline, Carrollton)

5/1 @ Cameron (GRC Tournament)

5/3 @ Lawson (Lawson Invitational Tournament)

5/15-5/16 Class 1 State Tournament

ROSTER

Conner Michael - Sophmore

Brody Bird - Sophmore

Jack Donavan -Freshman

James Tucker - Sophmore

Austin Green - Sophmore

Austyn Dutro - Freshman

BASEBALL

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

3/23 @ Princeton

3/27 Macon County with Bucklin

3/30 Ridgeway w/ Cainsville, Mercer

4/3 @ Penney

4/4 Lathrop

4/6 Novinger

4/11 Newtown-Harris with Grundy County

4/13 Gilman City with North Daviess

4/18 Pattonsburg

4/19 Brookfield

4/21 @ Cameron

4/24 @ King City with Union Star

4/25 @ Albany

4/28 Maysville

5/3 @ North Harrison

5/8 Trenton

5/9 @ Newtown-Harris with Grundy County

5/23-6/1 Class 3 State Tournament

THE DETAILS

CO-OP: Tri-County/Gallatin

MASCOT: Mustangs/Bulldogs

COLORS: Blue and White / Red and Black

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 3 District 16

COACHES:

Head — Kenneth Thompson

Assistant — Riley Mayberry

THE DETAILS

Logan Bottcher - Senior

Garrett Dungy - Senior

Chris Holcomb - Freshman

Wade Houser - Sophmore

ROSTER

Keaton Norman (Sr.)

Carter Fewins (Fr.)

Landen Dodds (Fr.)

Cale Turner (Jr.)

Grayson Allen (Jr.)

Peyton Baker (Jr.)

Boston Bell (Jr.)

Justin Chadwick (Soph.)

William Johnson (Jr.)

Mason Lynch (Soph.)

Owen Waterbury (Jr.)

Brendan Rainey (Fr.)

Axel Kenzy (Fr.)

Jackson Ohlberg (Fr.)

Gavin Wilmes (Fr.)

Draven Hogan (Soph.)

Calen Baker (Fr.)

Draven Wright (Sr.)

Ivan Michael (Fr.)

CONFERENCE: GRC

MASCOT: Bulldogs

COLORS: Red and Black

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 1 District 4

COACHES:

Head — Chad Sullenger

Assistant — Chris Wever

R/T Photo taken by Libby Endicott

Members of the 2022-23 Gallatin High School Golf team include, from left, front row, Austyn Dutro, Chris Holcomb, Ayden Kenzy. Middle row, from left, Austin Green, Peyton Johnson, James Tucker, Conner Michael, Brody Bird, Wade Houser. Back row, from left, Garret Dungy, Logan Bottcher, Ethan Adkison, Isaac Bird, Jack Donavan, Payton Feiden, Brett Hemry.

Photo Provided by Tri-County Baseball

Members of the 2022-23 Tri-County/Gallatin High School Baseball team include, from left, front row, Brendan Rainey, Peyton Baker, Owen Waterbury, Draven Wright, Boston Bell, Keaton Norman, Jackson Ohlberg. Middle row, from left, Mason Lynch, Justin Chadwick, Grayson Allen, Landen Dodds, Draven Hogan, Gavin Wilmes, Carter Fewins, Axel Kenzy. Back row, from left, Ivan Michael, Calen Baker, Cale Turner, Cale Turner, William Johnson.

Trenton Bulldog Baseball

ROSTER

#0 Gabe Novak

#1 Collin Taylor

#2 Mason Rongey

#3 Rick Whitney

#4 Brayden Wiggins

#5 Brayden Hughs

#6 Coleman Griffin

#7 Hunter Smith

#9 Aiden Weyer

#11 Charlie Riley

#12 Gavin Cagle

#13 Brady Tobias

#14 Logan Wilson

#16 Cooper Houser

#17 Maxx Baker

#18 Elijah Miller

#19 Brodie Burgess

#20 Sam Gibson

#21 Myles Griffin

#23 Matthew Bowden

#27 Chase Foster

The Trenton Bulldog baseball team started off their season with their annual Trenton Jamboree. They played short innings against Princeton, Trenton 4 Princeton 0, and Newtown-Harris/Grundy, NH/G 8 Trenton 6.

During both games

Coach Shockley was happy with how his hitters were able to move runners. Coach Shockley had the team last year as well. His team grew in size from two years ago with nine players to last year's team of 21. With this year's team, another group of 21, they are a little bit on the younger side with over half being sophomores and juniors.

Some things Coach is looking to improve on from last year is eliminating their one bad inning per game. Coach also had a few thoughts about how to play their innings, “In addition to eliminating bad innings we will be having players work in multiple positions so we can find the best fit to help our team succeed.” The team will have to work hard to succeed this season. Their goals for the season include making a postseason run, and they hope to be the team who breaks the streak of being under .500.

Last season they were

6-16, their biggest win being against Southwest Livingston with Trenton having 28 runs.

Returning for the team are four All-conference players; Sam Gibson, Coleman Griffin, Mason Rongey, and Brayden Wiggins. Gibson and Griffin are the team's only senior players in which Coach Shockley believes in them to play important roles; “I expect them to make a big impact again this year along with the rest of the team. This year's team is so well rounded and more versatile.”

During the first few weeks of practice the team made sure to work on hitting and pitching, hoping to keep everyone’s arms loose and healthy. They hope this will help them reach their goals. Their end goal is to work hard but have fun doing it.

Coach Shockley is ready to get the team rolling and hope the home crowd will come and support them as much as possible; “I would love to welcome everyone out to Burleigh Grimes to watch this great group of guys play baseball, and enjoy a pulled pork sandwich or some chili cheese fries at the concession stand.

2022-2023 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

3/14 Trenton Jamboree

3/20 @ Carrollton

3/21 Penney

3/24 Lathrop

3/27 Cameron

3/29 Princeton

4/1 Bishop LeBlond

4/3 @ Ridgeway

4/6 @ Maysville

4/10 North Andrew

4/11 @ Lawson

4/13 @ Putnam County

4/15 Trenton Tournament Newtown-Harris/Grundy Co. Brookfield

4/17 Pattonsburg

4/18 @ Linn County

4/20 @ Milan

4/24 @ St. Joseph Christian

4/25 North Harrison

4/27 South Harrison

5/1 Polo

5/2 @ Meadville

5/4 GRC Crossover (TBD)

5/8 @ Tri-County/Gallatin

5/23-6/1 Class 3 State Tournament

THE DETAILS

CONFERENCE: GRC

MASCOT: Bulldogs

COLORS: Black and Gold

CLASS & DISTRICT: Class 3 District 16

COACHES:

Head — David Schockley

Assistant — Jon Gutherie Trent Ireland

R/T Photo taken by Jamey Honeycutt

Members of the 2022-23 Trenton High School Baseball team include, from left, front row, Maxx Baker, Cooper Houser, Charlie Riley, Brayden Hughs, Sam Gibson, Brayden Wiggins, Mason Rongey, Coleman Griffin, Aiden Weyer, Logan Wilson. Back row, from left, Coach Jon Guthrie, Coach Trent Ireland, Brady Tobias, Brodie Burgess, Matthew Bowden, Gavin Cagle, Hunter Smith, Elijah Miller, Gabe Novak, Collin Taylor, Chase Foster, Coach David Schockley. Not pictured, Rick Whitney, Myles Grif