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Salaries, Hirings Topics of Recent Area School Board Meetings

During recent school board meetings, Pleasant View R-6, Grundy County R-5, Laredo R-7, Tri-County R-7 and Princeton R-5 discussed hirings, resignations, salaries and more.

Pleasant View R-6

A regular session board meeting of the Pleasant View R-6 School was held on Tuesday, April 11 at 6 p.m. in the school cafeteria with Vice President Damien Little presiding. The minutes from the last meeting were read and approved.

Teachers Heather Olmstead, Emily Voorhies and Naomi Meinecke all gave updates on their classes.

Under old business, two bids for redoing the flooring in the third, fourth and fifth grade area were received with no action taken. The board approved the school’s CSIP plan on a 6-0 vote. Discussion was held on health insurance renewal for the 2023-24 school year with no action taken.

Under new business, the oath of office was given to newly elected members Damien Little, Benjamin Thomas and Tim Miller. They will each serve a term of three years. Newly elected officers are Damien

Little, president; Benjamin Thomas, vice president; Brenda Allnutt, secretary; Jack Bethards, treasurer; Laurie Frisbie, MSBA delegate; and Jennifer Belvel, alternate MSBA delegate.

Field trip requests were approved for the third, fourth and fifth grade classes to attend Urban Air Adventure in Overland Park, KS on May 10 and for the sixth, seventh and eighth grade classes to go to Jefferson City on May 2 where they will visit the Missouri Capital Building, Jefferson’s Landing, the Missouri Governor’s Mansion and possibly the Missouri Supreme Court. Also approved was the Missouri Board Policy Update 2023A.

The board agreed to increase certified teacher base pay to $33,500 (an increase of $1,000 to base) and increase the noncertified staff pay by $.50 per hour with all staff being eligible to move up a step in the pay scale for the 2023-24 school year. Also approved were all three levels of Career Ladder for the 2023-24 school year.

The board agreed to a two week summer school for Pleasant View stu-

THS School Board Closed Session Announcements

The Trenton R-9 School Board met in closed session on Tuesday, April 11 during their regularly scheduled board meeting. During this session, Jamie Anderson and Karen Glenn were approved as April substitutes.

Resignations at the end of the school year for Rissler Title I paraprofessional Rylee Berti, Rissler 1st grade teacher Katlyn Bagley, Rissler Title I teacher Sarah Jackson, THS assistant girls basketball coach Emily Wood and THS student council sponsor Brenda Thorne were approved. Also approved was the resignation of speech teacher Terri Figg, effective immediately.

New Hires for the 2023-24 school year include Samantha French - early childhood special education teacher and THS varsity girls basketball assistant coach, Phillip RayTHS assistant band director, Lisa Hostetter - TMS 5th grade reading, Makaylah Lynn - Rissler kindergarten teacher, Christy Grissom - Rissler Elementary counselor, Wade Proffitt - Rissler Elementary assistant principal and Steve Richman - THS varsity girls head basketball coach and TMS girls head softball coach.

Father/Daughter Dance

The Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Father/Daughter Dance on Saturday, April 29 from 6-8 p.m. in the Trenton R-9 High School Commons. Grand March will take place at 6:15 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center.

The cost is $25 per daddy/daughter duo if purchased by April 21 or $30 if purchased after that date or at the door. There will be a charge of $5 for each additional daughter. Young ladies ages 3-12 are eligible to participate. Refreshments and a photo area will be provided.

Tickets may be purchased at the Trenton Chamber of Commerce, 1846 E. 9th St. in Trenton. Event sponsors include Walker Law Office, LLC and Sonic Drive-in of Trenton.

dents with tentative dates set for July 10-21. Use of the Immediate Responsive Services Grant for the hire of a one to two day counselor for the 2023-24 school year passed on a 6-0 vote.

A board vacancy was declared with applications to be picked up and returned to the school office by May 1 with an appointment to be made at the May 9 board meeting.

Future dates of importance include:

April 12 - Midterms; SW Track

Meet at Chillicothe

April 14 - Early out for Teacher

Professional Development

April 17 - Princeton Track Meet

April 18 - Trenton Track Meet

April 27 - Milan Track Meet

May 1 - Preschool Awards

May 4 - KEYS Graduation at 10 a.m.

May 5 - 8th Grade Graduation

May 12 - Last day of School; early out at 1:20 p.m.

During closed session, it was decided to hire Jessica Romine as a second grade teacher for the 2023-24 school year. Also approved was the

Autism Balloon Launch

The Trenton High School Student Council will host its annual autism balloon launch on Friday, April 21. The event will be held at 3:30 p.m. at Johnson Field at the Ebbe Sports complex at the high school.

Walk Against Hunger

Families and Friends of the Developmentally Disabled with hold their annual “Walk Against Hunger” on Tuesday, May 2 from 5-6 p.m. at CF Russell Stadium. Anyone wishing to donate is asked to stop by during the hunger walk and drop off your donation in a participant’s backpack. All funds raised will be donated to the program currently known as Backpack Buddies and Bright Futures Trenton. For more information, contact Kayla Graham at 660-359-3285.

“Kiss the Seniors Goodbye”

The Trenton High School Key Club is again offering parents, grandparents and friends of THS Seniors an opportunity to recognize their achievement with their “Kiss the Seniors Goodbye” fundraiser.

For only $6.00, you can send a 16 oz. commemorative cup filled with Hershey kisses and your best wishes for a successful future to your graduating senior. The “Kiss ‘Em Goodbye” cups will be delivered to seniors Friday, May 12 by Key Club members.

To place an order, persons may contact Key Club sponsor, Kara Helmandollar, at 660-359-5966 or 660-635-0596. Order forms can also be found on the Trenton R-9 school website (www.trentonr9.k12.mo.us) and the Trenton High School Key Club Facebook page. Your order will be electronically transmitted, and you will receive an invoice via email. Electronic invoices may be paid using debit or credit cards. Persons wanting to pay by check should respond to the email invoice and mail the check to THS Key Club at 1415 Oklahoma Avenue, Trenton, MO 64683. Orders should be placed and paid for by Tuesday, May 9. Supplies are limited, so persons interested should order early.

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Enshrined in Canton

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The Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, OH last year launched its Awards of Excellence program to recognize significant contributors to the game. This summer will find a father and son with a Trenton connection recognized by the Hall. The late Bill Simmons will be recognized in June and join his son, Dan, who was in the inaugural class last year. Bill Simmons was a teacher and coach at the Trenton Junior High School during the 1950’s and early 1960’s. Dan was in the class of 1964 until the Simmons family moved to St. Louis in 1962. Bill Simmons was the equipment manager for the St. Louis Cardinals football team for twenty-two years. Dan became equipment manager for the New Orleans Saints after working with his father in 1971-72. He served the Saints for forty-two years and has been recognized by the club as well as by his fellow equipment managers in the NFL. Dan still serves the Saints as their alumni/legends coordinator.

Council Hires Police, Animal Control Officers

The Trenton City Council met in open session on Monday, April 10 at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

Councilman Danny Brewer reported that the police personnel board had met and recommended hiring Robert Cox as a police officer. The council approved the recommendation.

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Councilman William Fisher reported that the park board approved their 2023-24 budget at their last meeting. The pool rates for this year were also accepted.

City Administrator Ron Urton reported four bids had been received for hauling asphalt rock. He said the staff recommendation

would be to accept the low bid from S & B Hinnen for $2.30 per ton. The council approved this recommendation.

Urton reported there is a new business coming to town that would like to use the discounted rate incentive program for their electric. The rate is 25 percent discount off of the electric rate for the first year, 15 percent discount the second year and five percent discount for the third year. The new business would like those reversed to five

Boards

rehiring of all non-certified employees for the 2023-24 school year.

Resignations accepted were that of ECSE preschool teacher Kim Ray and second grade teacher Sara Rayl. All extra duty contracts were approved with a three percent increase in pay.

The board approved a five percent salary increase for Superintendent/Principal Rebecca Steinhoff, setting her salary at $75,600 for the 2023-24 school year.

The next meeting of the Pleasant View R-6 school board will be Tuesday, May 9 at 6 p.m.

Grundy R-5

The regular meeting of the Grundy R-5 board of education was held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 12.

The oath of office was given to newly elected board members Zachariah Kasinger, Brooke May and Brenda Allnutt. Officers elected for the new year were President Opie Peterson, Vice President Zachariah Kasinger, Secretary Mary Lentz, and Treasurer Kaleb Shiflett.

In old business, The board approved a bid total of $34,400 by Jacob Webb for elementary school renovations. The renovations are for the tornado shelter, girls’ restroom, and special education room.

Discussion was held on the sick leave payment plan. This is designed to pay employees for unused leave days when they leave the district. In order to access this plan, a staff member must be employed by the district for a minimum of five years. Unused sick leave days will be paid

out at the rate of $25 per day. In addition, once a person passes the 60 day maximum built up days, any unused days will also be reimbursed at the rate of $25 per day each year.

The board reviewed and approved a Cyber Security Incident Response Plan for the district along with the sports cooperative agreement with Newtown-Harris for the 2023-24 school year.

Under new business, the board approved the letting of bids for propane, diesel fuel, milk and bread for the next school year. Bids will be opened at the May board meeting.

Discussion was held on the salary information for the 2023-24 school year. The board approved steps for experience and a three percent increase to the base for certified staff. The new base for the 2023-24 school

year will be $33,874. The Board approved a three percent increase for all noncertified staff members.

Approval of an insurance plan from Missouri Educators Trust for next year was given. The base plan offered by the district will be $593 and the staff will have the opportunity to buy up to four other plans.

The Sullivan County Health Department will be having a staff Wellness Fair at the elementary school in Humphreys on May 15. The board agreed to pay for the $25 lab fee cost per employee.

The board was told the District has received an Immediate Responsive Services Grant from DESE for $23,990. This will be used for a social worker and assist students with mental health issues. The District has applied for a $50,000 School Safety Grant, which would be used to improve security in the district.

Reports were presented by elementary and secondary principals.

During a closed session, the board approved the resignation of Trinity Cox, kindergarten aide, for the end of the year. Hirings for the 2023-24 school year include Rianna Patridge as kindergarten teacher and Dustin Koon as technology coordinator for a four school consortium consisting of Grundy R-5, Princeton, Mercer and Newtown-Harris districts. His salary was set at $62,000 per year. All noncertified staff members voted on were offered contracts for the 2023-24 school year.

The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Grundy R-5 board of education was set for on May 10 at 6:00 p.m. in the high school business room.

Laredo R-7

The regular meeting of the Laredo R-7 board of education was held on Tuesday, April 11 at 6 p.m.

Newly elected board members Casey Bowe, Sarah Lowrey and Jason Meeker were sworn in. A reorganization of the board took place with the election

of Matt Foster, president; Casey Bowe, vice president; Kristi Urich, treasurer; Robin Griswold, board secretary; and Angie Lowrey, MSBA delegate.

In old business, building improvements and USDA grant updates were discussed with no action taken. The 2023A MSBA Policy Updates were read for the third time and approved.

Salaries for administration and non-certified personnel will increase by four percent for the 2023-24 school year. Bus drivers will be given a $3 per day increase. Certified base increase will be $1,500, bringing the base salary to $34,000.

The bid of $2,101.01 by Randy Smalls for the bus was approved and BTC Bank won the bid for banking services.

Under new business, the NEE contract was approved and it was announced a health fair will take place on April 25.

During administrative reports, the budget, upcoming events, the safe return to in-person instruction and continuity of service plan, CSIP/MSIP 6, and MUSIC Cybersecurity Insurance Requirements were all reviewed.

During closed session, Pam Bowden was offered the elementary position and Debra Young was offered the guidance position. All non-certified contracts were approved. Bus driver contracts were tabled until the May meeting to correspond with the transportation reports.

The next regular meeting of the Laredo R-7 board of education will be Tuesday, May 9 at 6 p.m.

Tri-County R-7

The Tri-County R-7 board of education met in regular session on Thursday, April 6 at 6 p.m. in the library. Officers were elected with no changes.

In old business, the board discussed summer school and reviewed the SCRSP with no action taken.

The board approved increases to official’s pay as presented by the administration. Approval was also given to the junior class to sell trash bags as a fundraiser.

The budget and capital projects were discussed with no action taken.

The board entered into executive session with no announcements made.

The next regular meeting of the Tri-County R-7 board of education will be Wednesday, May 10 at 6 p.m. in the library.

Princeton R-5

The Princeton R-5 board of education met in regular session on Monday, April 12.

Verification of the Princeton R-V Board of Education Election was presented. Final results included Karla Meinke 238, Marcie Davis 237, Mitch Reger 232, Anthony Henke 174 and Chet Ellsworth 137. Incumbents Karla Meinke and Marcie Davis along with Mitch Reger were elected to the threeyear term. New Board member Mitch Reger was administered the oath of office and sworn in as a new board member by the School Superintendent.

The board of education voted Ron Parson as President and Marcie Davis as Vice President and appointed Chad Smith as Secretary and Karla Meinke as Treasurer.

The minutes from the March 13 and March 30 meetings along with bill payments, fund transfers and the financial report were all approved.

Announcements made include the Award and Baccalaureate to be held Wednesday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Methodist Church, Graduation to be held Friday, May 5 at p.m. and Prom, which was held Saturday, April 15.

Under old business, the board approved a bid of $12,772.60 for a refrigerated salad bar purchased with the National School Program Grant.

In new business, tuition for 2023-2024 school year for all K-12 students was approved at $6,375. The board approved utilizing Conrad & Higgins to serve as the districts auditors for the next three years.

Approval for the planning of Summer School for 2023 was given. This program has become a possibility due to the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) Summer School Grant. In the past Princeton has not hosted summer school due to the unique state funding formula. Princeton could have lost significant funding from the small schools grant and the hold harmless provision. The Board of Education approved the administration to apply for the summer school grant.

During closed session, the board approved the resignation of Pre-School Teacher Kelsey Holt-Allen.

The next regular meeting of the Princeton R-5 board of education will be Monday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m.

GCHD To Offer Blood Pressure, Sugar Screenings

The Grundy County Health Department is pleased to announce the return of blood pressure and blood sugar screenings for the community. Blood pressure screenings are free; blood sugar screenings are $1. The clinic will be open on Mondays from 9:00 am-12:00 pm at the Grundy County Health Department.

High blood pressure and high blood sugar are major risk factors for heart disease, stroke, and other chronic health conditions. Regular screenings can help individuals identify their risk for these conditions and take steps to manage their health.

The clinic is open to everyone - appointments are accepted but not required. Education will be provided to screening participants. For more information, call (660) 359-4196.

Park University Howell Leadership Awards Announced

In celebration of the leadership achievements of Park University students, faculty and staff during the 2022-23 academic year, the Office of Student Life and the Park Student Government Association announced recipients of honors as part of the 28th annual Dr. Doris A. Howell Leadership Awards. The awards program, held on April 12, is named for Howell, a 1944 Park graduate who was an internationally renowned leader in pediatrics and hospice

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care before passing away in November 2018.

During the awards ceremony, Mark Trump, senior business administration/ management major of Trenton, received the Student Employee of the Year Award. This award goes to an outstanding work-study student who is chosen on the basis of his/her reliability, quality of work, initiative, professionalism and the uniqueness of his/her contributions to the University. Trump works in University Mail Services.

DEATHS

Shirley Hughes, 86, passed away on April 9, 2023 in Kansas City. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 14, 2023 at the First Baptist Church in Jamesport under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home in Jamesport. Burial was in the Brassfield Cemetery, near Chillicothe.

Shirley was born December 22, 1936 in Linn County, MO to Jesse and Louise Cosgrove Ailor. She was raised in Purdin and graduated high school in Meadville in 1955.

She married Donald Wayne Hughes June 16, 1957 at Mt. Pleasant Church near Springhill. They moved to a farm where they raised crops, cattle and hogs.

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percent off the first year, 15 percent off the second year and 25 percent off the third year. The council voted to give the business their requested rates.

Urton said the pickup that is being transferred from the sewer plant to the street department was in need of a valuation. The council agreed to evaluate the pickup at $1,000.

Police Chief Rex Ross said there was only one application for the animal control officer/nuisance officer position. He said after interviewing her, he would recommend the hiring of Ashley Conwell to fill this position. Mayor Linda Crooks said she would appoint Ms. Conwell as animal control officer. The council voted to accept this recommendation.

Councilman Marvin Humphreys made the recommendation that all available jobs be advertised in the Trenton newspaper. The recommendation was accepted with Councilman Glen Briggs voting no.

Due to the fact that the certified election results had not been received by the City at the time of the meeting, it was decided to hold the swearing in of the new mayor and council members at the April 24 council meeting.

The next meeting of the Trenton City Council will be Monday, April 24 at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

ley had an avid love for gardening, canning, her flower gardens, and her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-greatgrandchildren. Shirley enjoyed spending time with friends and family.

Shirley is survived by her sons, Tonie (Teresa) Hughes of Galena, Terry (Patricia) Hughes of Sandia, TX, Martie (Teresa) Hughes of Bryan, TX and Todd (Donna) Hughes of Baldwin City, KS; 11 grandchildren; 20 greatgrandchildren and 2 greatgreat-grandchildren; and her sister, JoAnn Drye of Nixa.

Donald and Shirley retired and moved to Jamesport. They enjoyed hauling Amish and traveling. Shir-

Donald D. Johnson, 88, of Trenton, died Friday, April 14, 2023.

Don was born in Atchison, KS in 1934. He graduated from Trenton High School. He served in the Army for 24 years. He was

Harry Edward “Tom” Kirk, 86, of Independence, was born May 30, 1936, in Trenton, the son of Harry T. and Goldie M. Griffith Kirk. He departed this life Sunday, April 9, 2023, at the Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence surrounded by his family.

Tom was a 1954 Trenton High School graduate.

On February 17, 1956, he was united in marriage to Barbara Faye Whitten in Trenton.

Tom was a Service Technician first for Bock Truck and Tractor in Trenton and later for Knopke Brothers Construction Supply’s in Kansas City. He was a member of the Teamsters. He enjoyed singing and playing his guitar and watching old westerns. He especially enjoyed being outdoors hunting, fishing, camping, or just sitting outside with a glass of tea.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Kimberly Farris; and two brothers, Gene Kirk and Lyle Kirk.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara of Independence; one son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Tammy Kirk of Independence; daughter and son-inlaw, Krista and Richard

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, brother and sister. Memorials may be made to the Shirley Hughes Memorial Fund in care of Roberson Funeral Home, 503 S. Broadway, Jamesport, MO 64648.

a high school teacher and administrator for 35 years. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; sons, Del and John; and his daughter, Megan. He will be buried in Swan Lake Memorial Park in Grain Valley.

Beard of Blue Springs; son-in-law, Joel Farris of Camdenton; four grandchildren, Megan Kirk (and Chad Driskill) of Pleasant Hill, Erin (and Tyler) Graves of Kingsville, Lindsay (and Justin) Walters of Richland, and Kirk (and Courtney) Farris of Nixa; ten great-grandchildren, Tyler Strahm (and Riley Anderson), Tanner Graves, Brody Graves, Allie Graves, Allie Walters, Bentley Driskill, Carter Walters, Miya Walters, Cooper Graves, and Dani Farris; two great-greatgrandchildren, Tatum Strahm and Aspen Strahm; other relatives and friends. Cremation has been accorded. Private family services will be held at a later date.

Stanley-Dickey Funeral Home of Pleasant Hill is in charge of arrangements.

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NCMC Foundation Is Rotary Topic

North Central Missouri College Foundation Director Alicia Endicott presented the program at the Thursday, April 13 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held in the BTC Bank community room. Michael Ormsby presided at the meeting and was sergeant at arms. Dan Wilford gave the prayer and Doug Tye was the program chairman.

Ms. Endicott said NCMC has a 17-county service region, including campuses at Trenton and campus, and offers 40-plus degrees, certificates and partnerships. The student ratio is 19-1 and has a 97 percent placement rate (employment or transferring to another institution for further education). She noted students attending NCMC see a 42 percent cost savings compared to four-year public colleges.

The college has a $6 million scholarship endowment and awards around $250,000 to students each year.

The NCMC Foundation is the fundraising arm of the college and is overseen by a 20-member board. A major gift campaign will officially kick off to the public on May 10, with the campaign helping to raise funds for a new student center at Trenton, establishment of the campus at Savannah and scholarships.

The Savannah campus construction/renovation is near completion, with some

classes already being held at the site. It will be in full operation in the fall, offering programs in health sciences (nursing, radiology technician, surgical technician, behavioral health), robotics and other related fields. That project is estimated to cost around $11 million when completed. The college has already received some state and grant funding as well as private donations for that project. The student center in Trenton will be constructed on property just south of Geyer Hall. It will be a 24,000 square foot facility that will include the bookstore, dining hall and lounge/student area. The cost for the construction has been estimated at around $6.5 million with another $250,000 for tech-

nology needs. It is hoped the student center will be open by 2025 as part of the college’s 100-year anniversary celebration activities.

During the business meeting, Kassie Hodge was presented with a Paul Harris Fellow. It was announced the District 6040 Shoes for Orphan Souls caravan would be in Trenton at 10 am on April 28 to pick up shoes collected by the club for that project. In addition to shoes, the club has collected money to be donated to the Bright Futures Trenton shoe project. Information on the district conference was also shared with members.

The club will meet again at noon on April 20 at the BTC Bank community room.

Shakespearean Circle Discusses “Twelfth Night”

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

Following the business meeting, Amy White introduced Acts IV and V and described the action as when the disguises are removed and the ruses are revealed. With the exception of Malvolio, the characters are happy at the end. However, Festes’ song at the

end reminds us of how happiness is fleeting.

The next meeting of the Shakespearean Circle will be the Spring Luncheon held on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 11 am at Holly’s Hometown Kitchen in Chillicothe.

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Charles and Vickie Bowe attended the Celebration of Life for their sister-in-law, Ann Hughes in Kansas City on Sunday, April 2.

Guests in the home of Bonna Dittberner on Saturday and Sunday, April 89, were her grandson, Austin Dittberner, and his wife, Maria, and children, Marissa, Lincoln, and new baby Leo of Lee’s Summit. On Sunday, they enjoyed watching the Easter worship service of Austin’s church on Youtube.

Dan and Carol Wilford drove to the home of Lisandro and Mary Gonzalez in Kansas City, KS, on Saturday, April 8, for a birthday celebration for Sammy Gonzalez, 13; Andrew Gonzalez, 9, and John Wilford, 46. Steve and Naomi

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Campbell and son, Dustin, of Marshall attended, as well as John and Ingrid Wilford of Lee’s Summit. Everyone enjoyed the meal, visiting, and getting a tour of the Gonzalez’s new home. Sammy and Andrew’s brother, Joshua, had to leave early to play in three flag football games. In the late afternoon, several of Sammy’s friends came over to participate in an outdoor scavenger hunt. To top off the evening, Lisandro used his free tickets to take Sammy and Joshua with him to a soccer game.

The Laredo Lions Club met on Monday, April 10, at 1:00 at the Laredo Community Center. Dan Wilford opened with prayer, the pledge to the American flag was recited, then sandwiches and other snacks were served. Members at-

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tending were Bonna Dittberner, Carol and Dan Wilford, Dean Smalling, Martha Owen and Margaret Chapman. Kodi Carman was a guest. The Club voted to have the Lions Scholarship presentation dinner on Monday, May 22, at 6:30 at the Laredo Communty Center. This is to honor a student who graduated from the Laredo 8th grade and will graduate from an area high school.

A birthday celebration was held on Sunday, April 16 at the Laredo Community Center for the daughters of Jeremiah and Crystal Hamilton of Trenton. Lottie turned one, and Olive, three. There were 40 in attendance. These are the great-granddaughters of Bill and Kathy Waits.

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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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Kassie Hodge, right, received Paul Harris Fellow recognition during the Thursday, April 13 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club. President Michael Ormsby made the presentation.

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Students at Rissler Elementary School have been honored with the Terrific Kid Award for the month of April. Students were selected and recognized for demonstrating the character trait of “Sense of Humor”. 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, Alex Stevens, Charlie Hoffman, Oakley Marrs, Marcus Briggs, Addison Gott, Ryler Hines, Lillian Brand, Alexander Lawson and Maddie Cook; middle row, Chace Bothke, Tayden Dehart, Rhett Evans, AnaLatu Tau, Ulipo Tau, Bentley Bradley, Sawyer Hoffman and Harper Ferguson; back row, Riley Griffin, Barrett Johnson, Valorie Liechti, Meadow Harris and Kara Helmandollar representing the Trenton Kiwanis Club. Not pictured is Trinity Bowers.

821 Industrial Dr. Trenton, MO 64683

660-359-6210

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Ronda Copple, Business Faculty from Gallatin, has been selected as North Central Missouri College's Outstanding Employee for April. Ronda, an NCMC alum, holds an associate's degree from NCMC, a bachelor's degree in Business Education from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and a Master's in Business Administration from William Woods University. Ronda has been employed at NCMC for 14 years.

Ronda describes her job as engaging, fulfilling, and challenging, and when asked her favorite thing about NCMC, she said, "The people I work with and the impact we have on students." Recently, Ronda has been a part of new degree offerings and employment certification options. The Business and Technology department also has a record number of students graduating in May. She believes there will be continued growth in the business department in student enrollment that will create exciting opportunities. Ronda would like to see new course offerings, diverse delivery methods, and more streamlined advising practices.

TMS FCCLA Holds Banquet, Candle Lighting

Trenton Middle School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) hosted a banquet on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 with around 75 people in attendance. This banquet was a time to celebrate all the accomplishments the chapter has had this past school year. Current officers welcomed and served supper. They served alfredo, breadsticks, salad and chocolate lasagna.

Current president Sage Foster and current vice president Sarai Birkhead welcomed guests and kicked the evening off. After dinner Claire Woodard reviewed all the amazing things the chapter has been able to accomplish this year.

Graeme Sager shared about the STAR Event work done by students. Certificates of achievement were presented to all of the STAR Event participants. Three groups were presented with certificates for scoring silver at the State STAR Event competition

and five groups received certificates for scoring Gold at the State STAR Event competition. All those scoring Gold will be advancing to Nationals in Denver, CO this summer.

Four trophies were awarded to groups who scored highest in the state. These students included Caleb Ray, Ashlyn Pagel, Sarai Birkhead, Jayden Gannon, Lyandra Taylor, Morgan Smith, Claire Woodard and Johanna Goodin.

The evening concluded with the installment of new officers. All outgoing officers, including Sage Foster - president, Sarai Birkhead and Graeme Sager - covice presidents and Claire Woodard, Drake Weaver and Brooklynn Farris - council members, participated in the candle lighting ceremony where the eight purposes of FCCLA were recognized. Following the candle lighting ceremony, new officers were installed for the 2023-2024 school year for the TMS FCCLA Chapter. New officers include

Spickard Board of Aldermen Meets

The Spickard Board of Aldermen met on Monday, April 10 at 6:16 pm in Spickard City Hall. Mayor Alan Tharp presided over the meeting. The minutes from the last meeting were approved.

During new business, it was decided to purchase a new computer. Also approved was a raise in pay for the clerk to $15 per hour, retro back to April 1, 2023 and a change in pay period from monthly to bi-monthly, with pay periods being on the 15th and 31st.

City Clerk Becca King reported that the general fund and money market accounts were both balanced with the bank statements. She made the announcement that beginning in may her hours would be changing to “summer hours”. She also mentioned the need for petty cash or a debit card to make small purchases as necessary.

During the financial report, it was reported that the Evergy bill of $1,358.48 was paid prior to the meeting and the March payroll had been paid April 1.

The next meeting of the Spickard Board of Aldermen will be Monday, May 8.

Brooklyn Farris - president, Betsy Price - vice president, Claire Woodard - treasurer, Johanna Goodin - public relations repre-

sentative, Zeke Kottwitz - historian and Eva Pagel - secretary.

The chapter is thankful for all they have been able to accom-

plish this year and are excited about what next year holds for TMS FCCLA.

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TMS FCCLA recently held their candle lighting ceremony signifying the end of service for the 2022-23 officers and the beginning of service for the 2023-24 officers. Pictured are, from left, Betsy Price, Eva Pagel, Sarai Birkhead, Zeke Kottwitz, Sage Foster, Johanna Goodin, Graeme Sager, and Claire Woodard.

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Joshua Hughes of Lee’s Summit, center, has been chosen as this year’s NCMC Arts and Sciences Academic Excellence Award winner. Josh, a Missouri A+ scholarship student, will graduate in May from NCMC with his Associate in Science for pre-engineering. After graduation, Josh plans to transfer his associate’s degree to the University of Texas at Arlington or the University of Kansas to study aerospace engineering.

Josh was chosen for this award for his excellence and hard work in not only his math and science courses, but all his classes. Along with being an excellent student in the classroom, Josh is also an athlete on the Pirates Baseball team, a tutor at the Tutoring Center, and lives on campus in the residence halls.

Dr. Susan Stull, Chair of the Academic Excellence award committee and Life Science Instructor said, “We have many academically excellent students at NCMC. I am grateful this award is able to highlight a job well done and our student accolades.”

The Academic Excellence Award Winner is chosen annually by a faculty committee that selects one student who excels in academics, service, and involvement. The honoree must maintain a GPA of at least 3.5, be recognized and recommended by an NCMC faculty member, and participate in public service.

Josh will be recognized at the annual honors brunch and have his name engraved on a plaque in Geyer Hall, along with past academic excellence winners.

Pictured are, from left, English Instructor Amy Guthrie, Mathematics Instructor Tracy Welch, Hughes, Science Instructor Dr. Susan Stull and Political Science Instructor Dr. Sterling Recker.

Hunter Caldarello Selected as NCMC’s Outstanding Student

Hunter Caldarello of Lee’s Summit has been selected as North Central Missouri College’s Outstanding Student for April. Hunter will graduate in May from NCMC with his AAS in Applied Technology. Hunter utilized the 1+1 program that allowed him to combine collegelevel coursework with articulated credit as a result of his automation and electrical certificate from a technical school. After graduation, Hunter plans to start his life over in a new industry as an Electrician or Electrical Technician.

Hunter is involved in Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) and Student Support Services (SSS). He also enjoys cooking and reading. His favorite classes are his electricity classes with Rick Sharp. Hunter said, “I didn’t know anything about the trade before taking Instructor Sharp’s courses. They are hard, but I have learned so much. Instructor Sharp is a phenomenal teacher and an awesome person. I want to soak up as much knowledge from him as possible before starting my career.”

Hunter came to NCMC to utilize the 1+1 program and to be near his family. Hunter said, “I’m a student

for the second time. Honestly, I wasn’t ready to be a student the first time, but now I relish the opportunity. I didn’t realize how important it was the first time, but now I understand. I love my classes and know it’s the right time to start a new career. This time, I have learned how to use the library, SSS, advisors, and all the awesome resources NCMC offers.”

Hunter went on to say, “There have been several instructors that have helped me succeed at NCMC, and I’ve truly enjoyed their classes. I think so many

teachers are amazing, like Ronda Copple, Rustin Jumps, Tammie Wiebers, Rick Sharp, and Dr. Sterling Recker, to name a few. I have learned a lot in each class, and each instructor has taken the time to ensure I am successful. Coming back as a nontraditional student was hard. For so many years, I focused on all the reasons why I couldn’t start again. If you focus on all the reasons why you can’t, you won’t. The best time to plant a tree was ten years ago; the next best time is now.”

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North Central Missouri College recently inducted students into Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) National Honor Society membership for spring 2023. New members include, from left, front row, Maddison Michael of Gallatin, Hallie Weaver of Milan and Rylee Kehr of Milan; back row, Brylie Brinks of Rosendale, Taniya Tease of Tulsa, OK, Audra Hutchinson of Chillicothe, Hunter Caldarello of Lee’s Summit, Raven Stroud of Robinson, KS and Reese Brown of Chillicothe, MO. Inductees were honored and recognized at a ceremony held on April 11th. NCMC PTK advisors are Maryellen Harman, NCMC History Instructor, and Nicole Shell, Academic Advisor.

PTK is considered to be the world’s largest and most prestigious honor society for two-year college students. To be eligible, students must be enrolled in an accredited institution offering an associate degree, completed at least 12 credit hours, have a 3.50 GPA or above, receive an invitation to join and adhere to the moral standards of the society.

Hunter Caldarello

PUBLIC NOTICES

Because The People Must Know

IN THE 3RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,

GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI

PROBATE DIVISION

Case No. 23AG-PR00011

In the Estate of JERRY DOUGLAS LAIR, Decedent.

JANICE KAY LAIR V KRISTINA HUBBARD ET AL.

Notice of Hearing-Determination of Heirship

To:

All unknown heirs of the decedent and all persons known or believed to claim any interest in the property outlined below as an heir or through an heir of the decedent.

You are hereby notified that you are entitled to appear and be heard at a hearing to be held on May 4, 2023, at 01:30 PM in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, GRUNDY COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT, 700 MAIN STREET, TRENTON, MO 64683, on a petition to determine the heirs of the above-named decedent, who died on December 9, 2021, and their respective interests as heirs in the following described property.

Should you fail to appear, judgment and decree may be entered in due course upon said Petition.

Description of Property Value

Real Property (Including Legal Description) NONE

Personal Property GRAND RIVER MUTUAL

CAPITAL CREDITS $37,573.15

Petitioner's attorney is ALLAN D SEIDEL, whose business address is SEIDEL HAVENS & DENNIS, 705 MAIN ST, TRENTON, MO 64683-2009.

First Date of Publication: April 6, 2023.

/s/ Michelle Vandevender, Probate Clerk (4/6,

CITY OF LAREDO REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

PROFESSIONAL GRANT WRITING AND ADMINISTRATION SERVICES

The City of Laredo requests proposals for grant writing and administrative services to assist in a proposed project financed with $750,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. To perform upgrades to wastewater treatment plant and replacing the wastewater collection system pumps and other needed replacements.

Administration services shall include, but are not limited to, the implementation of the project in conformance with the following CDBG compliance area: financial management, environmental review, procurement, contract management, labor standard, equal opportunity/civil rights, Citizen participation, and closeout

Information provided to the City of Laredo shall include at a minimum:

1. The specialized experience and technical competence of the firm with respect to CDBG grant administration. Please include any related work on jointly funded projects with USDA-RD

2. The past record of performance of the firm with respect to such factors as accessibility to clients, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules

3. The capability of carrying out all aspects of grant related activities

4. Cost of services

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

6. Documentation of compliance with E-Verify requirements

Items 1, 3 and 4 from the criteria above shall receive priority weighting in the final selection.

A cost for grant writing services should be identified separately from the cost for administrative services. Contracting for these two activities shall occur separately and costs/payments associated with each will be clearly defined. Contracts executed for administrative service shall be contingent upon the award of the grant and commitment of all project funds.

The above information should be submitted no later than May 8th, 2023, by 12:00pm, City of Laredo 213 E Main Street, PO BOX 61,Laredo, MO 64652. For more information contact city clerk Tasha Ueltzen at 660-286-2632

The City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites the submission of proposals from minority, women, and Section 3-owned firms.

(4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27/23)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

North Central Missouri College is soliciting written proposals from Design-Build teams interested in providing design and construction services for the design and construction of a baseball/softball practice facility on the Trenton, Missouri, campus.

Information on this request can be found on the College’s website at: www.ncmissouri.edu.

(4/13, 4/20, 4/27/23)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI AT TRENTON

Case No. 23AG-DR00032

In re the marriage of Nancy Jill Orr, Petitioner and Willard James Orr, Respondent NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO WILLARD JAMES ORR, 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 Nancy Jill Orr.

You are further notified that, unless you file and answer or other pleadings or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petitioner within 45 days after the day of the commencement of publication, Judgment by Default will be rendered against you.

/s/ Becky Stanturf

Circuit Clerk

(4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4/23)

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Hospital hacks

To cybercrooks, the health care industry is a golden goose. It has been the most highly targeted sector for data breaches globally four years running, data from Moody’s Investor Services shows Health care suffers disproportionately because it harbors sensitive patient information, which feeds identity theft. Ransomware crooks exact extortion payments under threat of dumping stolen data online Health care s lifesaving mission also makes it more vulnerable Moody’s says health care is “cyber poor” – highly digitized yet average in breach mitigation. Partnering with the cybersecurity firm Bitsight Moody’s found 22% of not-for-profit

hospitals to be infected by botnets, conduits criminals use to steal data and activate malware For corporate health care, the figure was 35%. Nearly nine in 10 health care providers surveyed last year by a pair of cybersecurity outfits Proofpoint and Ponemon Institute — reported cyberattacks in the previous 12 months, losing an average $11 million in productivity per incident. The fallout includes December’s attack on the Heritage Provider Network in California, which exposed the data of 3 3 million patients, while Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare in Florida was forced to divert emergency cases and cancel nonemergency surgeries following an attack in February.

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Mid - Season Games Start Preparing for the End

R/T Photo provided by Coach Mullenix

TEEBOX SHOT - Riley Gott during the Brookfield Tournament. Here he is teeing off on hole #2 a short distance par three. During the Tournament he placed in the top ten earning a medal and helping place his team in fifth. Gott has been finishing in the top three individuals on the Bulldog team. This has helped to keep their team score down.

Local Baseball Scores

4/11 -

Tri-County/Gallatin over Newtown Harris/Grundy Co. (10-2)

Lawson over Trenton (14-1)

Princeton over Polo (9-4)

4/13 -

Putnam County over Trenton (10-0)

Princeton over Milan (11-9)

Tri-County/Gallatin over Gilman City/North Daviess (5-1)

4/15 -

Trenton Tournament:

Brookfield over Trenton (6-1)

Brookfield over Newtown-Harris/Grundy Co. (4-3)

Newtown-Harris/Grundy Co. over Trenton (10-9)

Putnam County Tournament

Scotland County over Princeton (18-5)

Green City over Princeton (18-3)

4/17 -

Pattonsburg over Trenton (14-12)

Trenton Boy’s Golf

4/11 vs. Penney

Team Results:

Trenton 192

Penney 244

The Trenton Bulldogs golf team took the win at home against the Penney Hornets. Kiefer Tolson and Riley Gott were the meets top two medalists. The team scores for trenton resulted in the following.

K. Tolson - 39

R. Gott - 40

H. Ledgerwood - 56

J. Schmadeke - 61

L. Roberts - 57

Hamilton’s results are as follows:

A. Snow - 54

C. Schweder - 59

S. Clevenger - 67

J. Galbraith - 64

4/12 vs. Lawson, Richmond, Lafayette

Team Scores:

Richmond - 187

Lawson - 195

Lafayette Co. - 203

Trenton - 213

Individual Results:

Trenton -

K. Tolson - 46

R. Gott - 46

H. Ledgerwood - 64

J. Schmadeke - 60

B. Meeker - 61

Highest Individulas from other schools included:

Meets first place finisher L. Russell (Lafayette Co.) - 36

A. Phipps (Lawson)46

T. Murphy (Richmond) - 43

4/13 Brookfield Tournament

Team Results:

1st Macon - 330

2nd Moberly - 350

3rd Milan - 356

4th Brookfield - 372

5th Trenton - 399

6th Schuyler - 411

7th Kirksville - 484 Brookfield JV - 452

Putnam Co. - 274 Princeton - 325

LaPlata - 213

Individual Placings:

1st I. Stoneking - 79

2nd C. Clarkson - 81

3rd B. Wineinger - 81

4th H. Ritter - 81

5th G. St. Clalir - 83

6th T. Trenter - 85

7th D. Cashatt - 85

8th C. Sawyer - 86

9th K. Tolson - 87

10th R. Gott - 87

Trenton Boy’s Tennis

4/13-4/14 Kirksville Tournament

Doubles Results:

Villacampa/Sager over Kirksville (8-1)

Sole/T. Otto over Kirksville (9-7)

Kirksville over Markell/Dixon (8-9) (5-7)

Villacampa/Sager over Chillicothe (8-2)

Sole/T. Otto over Chillicothe (8-1)

Markell/Dixon over Chillicothe (8-2)

Singles Results: vs. Kirksville

Villacampa 8-4 Pike

Sager 8-2 Cason

Sole 8-4 Martin

T. Otto 9-8 (13-11)

Peterson

Markell 8-6 Walker

Dixon 8-6 Mollick

vs. Chillicothe

Villacampa 8-1

Adams

Sager 8-3 Collins

Sole 8-2 Trantham

T. Otto 8-2 Reeter

Markell 8-2 Snider

Dixon 8-2 Savage

The Trenton Boys finished first as a team during the Kirksville Tournament. Each of the six boys placed first in their singles matches and the team won five out of their six doubles matches. This was an individual tournament for the boys, going by round robin by their rankings on the team. It will not be added to their team record.

4/17 vs. Maryville

The Trenton Bulldogs faced a tough matchup agains big time rival Maryville falling just short of the win. The team finished 4 to 5 on the day with the following results.

Singles:

Villicampa lost 1-8

Sager lost 4-8

Sole lost 3-8

T. Otto lost 6-8

Markell won 8-6 Dixon won 8-1

Doubles:

Villacampa/Sager won 9-7

Sole/T. Otto won 8-5

Markell/Dixon lost 4-8

This puts the teams current record at 7-2.

R/T Photo provided by Andrea Markell

TEAM BRINGS HOME THE TROPHY - (left to right) T. Otto, M. Sole, V. Markell, I. Dixon, T. Villacampa, and B. Sager fought hard to bring home the first place trophy during the Kirksville Tournament. The team won 17/18 matches.