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The Trenton Fire Department recently responded to two fires in Trenton.

At 5:14 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29, TFD was called to 708 Van Buren Street for a grease fire in the kitchen. The home is owned by Lisa Troyer and occupied by Kendra Lickteig.

Firefighter Dustin

Whorton reported light smoke coming from the house upon arrival. The resident had used a fire extinguisher to extinguish the fire prior to TFD’s arrival. Firefighters removed the pan from the stove and set

up a ventilation fan to clear smoke from the house. No injuries were reported. Firefighters were on scene for twenty minutes.

Grundy County Ambulance assisted at the scene.

On Sunday, April 2 at 6:16 p.m., TFD responded to a structure fire at 5002 Manor Dr., owned by Jim Bush. Firefighter Wayne Brown reported that upon arrival firefighters found the garden shed to be fully involved, along with fire on a nearby tree. Firefighters deployed an attack line of foam and extinguished the fire. The garden shed was a

[See TFP, Page 2]

Bridge Replacement to Begin

The Grundy County Route W bridge over Hickory Creek, located between Route WW and Route F, is scheduled to close Monday, April 10. The Missouri Department of Transportation, contracted with Phillips Hardy, Inc. to replace the Route W Hickory Creek Bridge and the currently closed Wolf Creek Bridge, located between Routes WW and F.

During both bridge replacements motorists will be directed around the closures via a signed detour on Routes 6 and F. Both bridges are expected to reopen in July.

Gees Creek Bridge Now Open

Grundy County Route W is now open after a bridge replacement project. The Grundy County Route W bridge over Gees Creek was closed in mid-November as part of the FARM (Fixing Access to Rural Missouri) Bridge Program. The design-build team of Lehman-Wilson, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, was able to reopen the bridge the evening of Monday, April 3.

Princeton R-5 Special Meeting

The Princeton R-5 Board of Education held a special meeting at 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 30 to discuss personnel. The meeting was closed to the public.

During the meeting, the board voted to approve the hiring of Rebecca Bickel as junior high/high school math teacher. Also approved was the retirement of Krista Snow as junior high/high school English teacher. The resignations of Danessa Stout as Title One teacher and Steve Richman as girls basketball and softball coach were accepted by the board.

VFW District Meeting

VFW District One will hold a meeting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 8 at VFW Post #6278 in Lawson. Included on the agenda are a memorial service for deceased members and the election of new officers.

NCMC Closed Friday

North Central Missouri College will be closed on Friday, April 7th. This closing includes all buildings and offices at all locations, and no classes will be held. The Ketcham Community Center will be open from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and closed on Sunday, April 9th.

NCMC and the Ketcham Center will reopen on Monday, April 10th, for regular hours of business.

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Soptic elected Trenton Mayor

TMU Announces Changes to Water Disinfection

R-T Photo by Jamey Honeycutt EXERCISING THEIR CIVIC DUTY - Poll worker Glen Briggs verifies voters are in the right precinct Tuesday during municipal elections. As of the lunch hour, over 125 voters had cast ballots at the courthouse voting location.

By Jamey Honeycutt Publisher

Municipal elections were held in Grundy County Tuesday and County Clerk Courtney Campbell posted unoffi-

cial results Tuesday night before 9:30 pm. Results from races with no candidates, that had write- in votes were not readily available as those ballots

[See Election, Page 3]

Beginning April 6, the Trenton Municipal Utilities Water Treatment Plant will begin utilizing free chlorine, or a free chlorine conversion, in its water system. This entails feeding free chlorine, instead of chloramines (chlorine combined with ammonia), as the disinfectant at the leaving the Water Treatment Plant. This will affect customers of Trenton Municipal Utilities, Grundy County PWSD #1, City of Galt and the City of Spickard. Western Sullivan County will be affected if they are using water from TMU. This will occur for 6 to 8 weeks.

Here are some commonly asked questions about free chlorine conversion and its purpose:

• Possible Noticeable

Effects: There are no associated health risks to the process. During these efforts to improve water quality, there will be times of lower water pressure, possible odor, taste, discoloration, and small particles in the water. TMU and/or your water service will attempt to flush the particles, color, and taste and odors from the mains with directional flushing, however there is a possibility that some of the color, odor and tastes will get into your service line.

• Is my Water Safe to Drink? Yes, TMU Water Department is dedicated to making sure the water is safe to drink and will monitor disinfectant levels continually during the conversion. If you experi-

[See TMU, Page 2]

NCMC Board of Trustees Approves Room and Board Rates, Extends President’s

The North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees met in regular session on Tuesdsay, March 28 and took action on room and board rates for the next academic year as well as the contract extension of President Dr. Lenny Klaver. The board also heard communication reports and took action on Head Start items, bids/purchases, meeting request, sonography tuition fees, tuition reimbursement rates, board policy changes, and personnel items.

In communication reports, new employee Kristi Varner, Grant Writer/Scholarship Coordinator, was introduced, and Alicia Endicott gave an update on the NCMC Foundation events, scholarships, and campaign. Janet Gott, Head Start Director, discussed classroom video reporting and a recent Area 2 focus meeting. Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Tristan Londre reported on a Surgical Technology program accreditation and upcoming accreditation visits. He also mentioned the recent Ag Contest on campus

and allowed Dean of Instruction Dr. Mitch Holder to discuss his recent trip to Tonga and progress with this partnership. Dr. Kristen Alley, Vice President of Student Affairs, highlighted new student registration, a recent A+ Coordinators meeting, and the completion of the HEERF annual report and gave an update on commencement planning. She also gave an update on housing room sign-up and summer housing events. Jennifer Triplett, Chief Information Officer, provided the Trustees an update on website improvements and redesign, the Savannah Campus, and a recent telecommunications audit. President Klaver gave an update on legislative efforts, the state budget and policies, the appointment of the Higher Learning Commissioner, and a funding study. Klaver mentioned the A+ Coordinators meeting and provided information on the number of students that use the A+ program. He updated the Trustees on Shared Governance, campaign visits,

Contract

presentations, conferences, and meetings.

In business items, the Trustees approved the Green Hills Head Start 2023-2024 Policy Council Bi-Laws, the Head Start COLA and quality improvement funding distribution, and the Green Hills Head Start Change of Scope. Trustees also approve several bids and purchases, including furnishings for phase two of the Savannah Campus, a concrete bid for new concrete for the Alexander Student Center parking lot, and the purchase of a CRM system for the Admissions department. Trustees approved a joint meeting request with the NCMC Foundation for May 16 at 5:30 p.m. in Cross Hall. Tuition and fees for the Medical Diagnostic Sonography program for the 2324 academic year were approved, as well as the 2023-2024 Room and Board Rates for the Anchor apartments and Selby and Ellsworth hall and meal plans. Trustees approved a change in the amount for employee tuition reim-

bursement from $70 a credit hour to $100 a credit hour. Two board policy changes were approved, with one regarding the purchasing/expenditures and investment policies and the second, regarding the employee/dependent tuition waiver policy.

In personnel items, Trustees approved Head Start resignations from Karrigan Bowling, Cierra May, Kelley Crumpton and Brittany Robbins, and the employment end for Lynda Brosdahl. They also approved the employment of Head Start employee Taffi Robbins as Teacher Aide at Unionville. For NCMC, Trustees approved the resignation of Ron Emberton, Custodian/Maintenance Technician. Trustees also approved for NCMC the transfer of Brandon Mysliwiec to Database Administrator and the transfer of Chris Flowers to Personal Computer Specialist II. They also approved the em-

[See NCMC, Page 2]

TFP Responds to Recent Fires

TFP

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total loss and there was some fire damage to a nearby tree and fence. No injuries were reported. Fire-

TMU

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ence odor or taste in your water, it does not mean it is unsafe to drink. Odors are caused by the free chlorine disinfectant cleansing the system. Nuisance issues will go away as the work is completed.

• Why is this conversion necessary? TMU and their customer departments are tasked with ensuring that the water in all points of their systems are acceptable to their customers.

Over time, minerals, and metals, which are naturally present in the water source, can increase and attach to pipe walls, and release when there are changes in pressure, resulting in dis-

NCMC

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ployment of Dr. Billi Tiner as Life Science Instructor and Melinda Matter as English Instructor. Galen Johnson was approved for adjunct instruction and Shelbey Henry for clinical instruction. Trustees approved 2023-2024 year salary schedules, salaries, rates, and stipends for faculty, AMP (salaried), and Classified (hourly) employees. The board also extended the contract of

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fighters were on scene for forty-one minutes.

Grundy County Rural Fire, Trenton Police Department and Grundy County Ambulance assisted at the scene.

coloration and affecting taste. Other processes such as nitrification and the growth of biofilm can also occur in the water distribution system. The biofilm can cause reduction in the effectiveness of residual disinfectants over time. This free chlorine conversion will help cleanse the pipe walls, reduce the occurrence of nitrification and biofilm, and ensure that we provide quality water for our customers.

If there are questions or concerns, please contact the Water Treatment Plant at 660-359-3211.

Flushing will begin on April 10 west of the railroad tracks by the water treatment plant.

President Dr. Lenny Klaver.

The board went into executive session and then, after the executive session, back into open session and approved the salaries of the President and Vice Presidents and the purchase of the transfer of funds to the NCMC Foundation for the purchase of five lots at 1117, 1113, and 1109 Main Street in Trenton, MO.

The next meeting of the NCMC Board of Trustees will be Tuesday, April 25 at 5:30 p.m. at the Frey Administrative Center.

Area Easter Services Resurfacing Project to Restart

Several churches in the area will be holding special services in observance of Easter, including a special program to be hosted by the Trenton Ministerial Alliance on Good Friday.

TAMA will hold a Good Friday service at 6 p.m. at the Trenton Performing Arts Center.

Others announcing special services that were provided to the Republican-Times include:

Rural Dale Baptist Church - Easter Sunday Cantata “The Witness” during morning services at 10 a.m.

Hodge Presbyterian Church - Maunday Thursday Passover Seder/Communion service led by Ramon and Susanne Diaz, 6 p.m. Thursday;

Tenth Street Baptist Church - Maundy Thursday service at 9 p.m.; Res-

urrection Sunday, Sunrise Service at Eastside Park, 8 a.m., followed by breakfast at 8:30 a.m., Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and morning worship at 10:30 a.m. (no evening services will be held).

Galt: A Galt Community

“Sonrise” breakfast will be held at the Galt Christian Church at 7 a.m. on Sunday with a “Sonrise” service to be held at 8 a.m.; the Galt Baptist Church will hold an “Upper Room Service” at 7 p.m. on Friday, with communion to be served and Resurrection Services at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday (no Sunday School will be held); the Galt Christian Church will hold Good Friday services at 7 p.m. with communion to be served and Resurrection Services at 10 a.m. (no Sunday School will be held).

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. –

Four routes in Linn, Grundy and Livingston counties have been scheduled to be resurfaced beginning Monday, April 3. The Missouri Department of Transportation has contracted with Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. who began a project to resurface several routes in Linn, Grundy, Sullivan and Livingston counties in the fall of 2022.

During active construction, motorists will be directed through the one-lane work zone by flaggers. A 10-foot width restriction will be in place while work zones are active. Crews will be present during daylight hours, Monday through Saturday. All work is weather permitting, and schedules are subject to change.

The planned order of

work is as follows: April 3-12: Grundy/Livingston Route K from Route E to U.S. Route 65 April 12-18: Grundy/Livingston County Route U from Route F to Route 190 April 13-21: Grundy/Linn County Route 139 from Grundy County Route 6 at Humphreys to the Parsons Creek Bridge north of Linn County Route B

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.

Exchange Student, Professor Give Rotary Program

The Trenton Rotary Club heard presentations from two individuals during a meeting on Thursday, March 30 at the BTC Bank community room. Michael Ormsby presided at the meeting, Joe MacDonald gave the prayer and Brian Upton was the sergeant at arms.

Carlotta Gonzalvez Ramierz, a Rotary Exchange Student from Sevilla, Spain, told about her home country, where she lives with her parents and a brother. The Trenton club has served as Carlotta’s sponsor this school year, having lived with the family of Rotarian

Grundy County Soil and Water Conservation District District Specialist Technician

Full-Time job opening as the District Specialist Technician with Grundy County Soil and Water Conservation District. Soil and Water Conservation Technicians assist soil and water conservation districts in the implementation of total resource management system plans and provide assistance in conservation planning.

Some of the tasks required by district technicians are to gather preliminary data for conservation plans and develop a plan to implement conservation actions.

On a day-to-day basis a technician gathers preliminary data for use in developing physical resource plans and papers on the history of land use. After this, the technician then surveys, plots, lays out, and stakes selected sites and assists landowners in selecting, installing, and maintaining a variety of measures that conserve and improve soil, water, air, plants, and animals.

Some examples of conservation practices that may be installed on a land site include ponds, dry holes, grass waterways, terraces, seeding, cover crops, well decommissioning, pest management and grazing systems.

Additional Job Requirements: The applicant will be required to work in extreme temperatures as well as in the office. Strong computer skills, good public relations skills, strong public speaking skills, mathematical skills and mechanical skills are required for this position. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Starting salary is $15.00 per hour with room for advancement. Benefits available: health insurance, retirement, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation. Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a background check. Applications are available at the Grundy County Soil & Water Conservation District Office in the USDA Service Center, 3415 Oklahoma Avenue, Trenton, MO 64683. Application deadline is 4:00 p.m. on April 18, 2023.

Melissa King as well as with Josh and Amy Currie, whose daughter, Sophie, is currently in Spain as an Rotary Exchange Student. Carolotta said her home club, Rotary Club deSevilla, is located in District 2023 and has been involved in several projects on both the local and international level. Her father is a Rotarian. She also presented the local club with a flag from her home club.

Dr. Asregedew Kassa Woldesenbet, associate professor and chairholder of construction management at the Ethiopian Institute of Architecture Building Con-

struction, also spoke with the club about his country and projects in which he has been involved. Dr. Woldesenbet is a former teaching associate of local Rotary member James Goedert, when both were at the University of Nebraska. Dr. Woldesenbet gave an overview of his country and talked about the issues people are facing, including rapid population increase, drought conditions, corruption, high inflation, public debt, a lack of infrastructure, high unemployment and a poor quality of education. He reviewed efforts being made to address those

issues through the university which is he now associated with, including improved housing/construction, new farming practices, installation of solar energy and water recycling. He said that changes in current laws and regulations as well as continued human resource development/training are also key to improvements.

The club will next meet at noon on Thursday, April 6 at the BTC Bank community room. Dr. Kim Baxter, a Rotarian from Nebraska, will present the program regarding his optometry work in Kenya.

MEDICARE AND PRESCRIPTION COSTS GETTING YOU DOWN? Programs are Available to Help!

Are you on Medicare but still struggling to afford your prescriptions and health care costs? Young At Heart Resources, your local area agency on aging, has information on programs that may be able to help you.

The “Extra Help” program available through the Social Security Administration helps pay out-of-pocket costs from Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, including premiums, deductibles, and co-payments. Income and asset limits apply.

Medicare Savings Programs are available to help with out-of-pocket costs from Original Medicare (Parts A and B.) They pay for premiums, copayments, or both, depending on the applicant’s income and assets.

Recent changes to income and asset guidelines for each of these programs have made more people eligible than before. With Medicare costs continuing to rise, why pay more than necessary in out-of-pocket expenses? To find out if you might qualify for any of these cost-saving programs, or for help applying, contact Young At Heart Resources at 888-844-5626.

will have to be recorded until a winning name emerges.

Campbell noted that the turnout for Tuesday’s election was 24% of eligible voters which is about average for a municipal election.

Of note in Trenton, Jackie Soptic captured almost 57 percent of the vote and secured her term as Mayor. Nick McHargue came in second with 245 votes.

Ward Three Councilperson came down to one vote.

In the end that one extra vote propelled Timothy Meinecke to victory over incumbent Robert Romesburg.

In the last contested race in Trenton, Brandon Gibler and Andy Burress were reelected to the School Board and challenger Ronda Lickteig held off Robin Chambers for Jason Hostetler’s seat.

UNOFFICIAL RESULTS

County Sales Tax - Shall Grundy County Missouri impose a 3% sales tax levy on retail sales of adult use marijuana sold in Grundy County Missouri?

Yes - 996

No - 366

Grundy County Nursing Home District Board of Directors. Vote for 2

Write in - names of write in candidates are still being tallied at press time

City of Trenton Mayor (4 year term)

Nick McHargue - 245

Jackie Soptic - 472

Tyler Willey - 98

City of TrentonCouncilperson

First Ward William L. Fisher - 143

City of TrentonCouncilperson

Second Ward Calvin Brown - 123

City of TrentonCouncilperson

Third Ward Michael Opitz - 12

Timothy Meinecke - 69

Harry Kately - 45

Robert Romesburg - 68

City of TrentonCouncilperson

Fourth Ward

John Dolan - 257

City Sales Tax - Shall the city of Trenton, Missouri impose a 3% sales tax levy on retail sales of adult use marijuana sold in Trenton, Missouri?

Yes - 658

No - 171

City of Galt - Mayor (2 year term)

Jessica Gannon - 14

City of Galt Alderman At-Large

Vote for Two

Jason Grindstaff - 12 Sierra Fletchall - 7

Question - Shall the City of Galt be able to forego annual elections if the number of candidates who filed for a particular office is equal to the number of positions to be filled by the election?

Yes - 12 No - 5

City of Spickard Mayor (2 year term)

Write In - Write innames of write in candidates are still being tallied at press time

City of Spickard Alderman At-Large Vote for Two

Write in - names of write in candidates are still being tallied at press time

Spickard Special Road District For Alderman (3 years) Write in - names of write in candidates are still being tallied at press time

Spickard Special Road District For Alderman (1 year)

Write in - names of write in candidates are still being tallied at press time

Village of BrimsonMayor Edward Arnold - 13

Village of Brimson For Trustees Vote for 3

Mark Sigler - 10

Roxanna Hughes - 10

Sam Hines - 12

Village of BrimsonClerk/Treas.

Charlene Arnold - 14

Question - Shall the Village of Brimson be able to forego annual elections if the number of candidates who filed for a particular office is equal to the number of positions to be filled by the election?

Yes - 10 No - 4

Trenton R-IX School District -

Proposition 1: To choose by ballot three directors who shall serve as members of the Board of Education. (Vote for 3)

Brandon Gibler - 635

Jason Hostetler - 402

Andy Burress -537

Joshua Shuler - 269

Ronda Lickteig -597

Robin Chambers - 524

R -II Spickard School District -

Proposition 1: To choose by ballot three directors who shall serve as

members of the Board of Education. (Vote for 3)

Glenn Wilson -29

Chelsea Hostetler 24

Write in - 5

Pleasant View R -VI School DistrictProposition 1: To choose by ballot three directors who shall serve as members of the Board of Education. (Vote for 3)

Damien Little - 104

Benjamin Thomas II - 110

Casey Kitchen - 51

Timothy Miller - 113

Megan Devorss -48

Jeanette Hudson - 43

Franklin TownshipTrustee (Vote for 1)

Gary Lee - 24

Franklin TownshipBoard Member

Vote for 2

Martin Chapman - 24

Walter Pickett - 29

Franklin TownshipClerk

Vote for 1

Margaret Chapman- 24

Question - Shall Franklin Township of Grundy County continue to levy an additional tax rate of thirty five cents ($.35) on the hundred dollar assessed valuation for a period of four years?

Yes - 17 No - 13

Jackson TownshipTrustee

Vote for 1

David Meservey - 45

Jackson TownshipBoard Member

Vote for 2

Larry Chambers - 43

Jack Bethards - 45

Jackson TownshipClerk

Vote for 1

Marcy Meservey - 46

ELECTION RESULTS

Question - Shall Jackson Township of Grundy County continue to levy an additional tax rate of thirty five cents ($.35) on the hundred dollar assessed valuation for a period of four years?

Yes - 34 No - 18

Jefferson TownshipTrustee Vote 1

Stephanie Eckert - 28 Jefferson TownshipBoard Member Vote 2

David Key - 37

Rocetia Hutson - 28

Jefferson TownshipClerk

(Vote for 1) Peggy Simmons - 39

Jefferson Township QuestionShall Jefferson Township of Grundy County

Feeder Sale:

continue to levy an additional tax rate of thirty five cents ($.35) on the hundred dollar assessed valuation for a period of four years?

Yes -31 No - 11

Madison TownshipTrustee

(Vote 1)

Gayle McCloud - 52

Madison TownshipBoard Member Vote 2

Troy George - 51 Jenny Hunter - 40

Madison TownshipClerk Vote 1

Judy Kidd - 62

Madison Township Question - Shall Madison Township of Grundy County continue to levy an additional tax rate of thirty five cents ($.35) on the hundred dollar as-

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

Special Cow Sale:

Friday, April 28 @ 6 pm

Feeder Sale:

Monday, May 1 @ 11 am

Cattle Sales: Mondays @ 11 am

Sheep, Goat & Hog Sales:

1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month @ 10 am

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

5 weigh cow buyers at every sale!

Very active weigh cow and bull market!

Barn: 660-622-4214

Casey Flinn, Owner: 816-769-7532

Field Reps: Dwayne Penny: 816-506-2776

Utah Stulz: 660-334-0400

Bobby Morrison: 816-345-0518

Ben Peterson: 660-247-2759

Travis Gibson: 660-646-8337

Rick Tate: 660-734-1307

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

Find us on Facebook at Tina Livestock Market

Check out our market report on Cattle Market Mobile!

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sessed valuation for a period of four years?

Yes - 49 No - 16

Marion TownshipTrustee Vote 1

Phillip Fox - 19

Marion TownshipBoard Member Vote 2

Stephen Lowrey - 19 Gary Tolle - 15

Marion TownshipClerk Vote 1

Robin Griswold - 20

MarionTownship Question - Shall Marion Township of Grundy County continue to levy an additional tax rate of thirty five cents ($.35) on the hundred dollar assessed valuation for a period of four years?

Yes - 13 No - 9

Myers TownshipTrustee

Vote 1

Shelly R. Cunningham17

Myers Township - Board Member

Vote 2

Ronnie Tallbert - 18

Jerald Wilson - 16

Myers Township - Clerk Vote 1

Krisandra Smith - 19

MyersTownship Question - Shall Myers Township of Grundy County continue to levy an additional tax rate of thirty five cents ($.35) on the hundred dollar assessed valuation for a period of four years?

Bradley Wilford - 28

Wilson Township - Board Member Vote 2

Adam Cooksey - 24

Justin Davis - 26

Wilson Township - Clerk Vote 1

Amanda Wilford - 29

Wilson Township Question - Shall WilsonTownship of Grundy County continue to levy an additional tax rate of thirty five cents ($.35) on the hundred dollar assessed valuation for a period of four years?

Yes - 24 No - 10

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Town and Country Garden Club Discuss Helleborus Plants

The Town and Country Garden Club met at the North 65 Center in Trenton on Monday, March 27. Some members had lunch at 11:30 a.m., and others came at 1:00 p.m. for the meeting.

President, Barb Peterson began the meeting by reading a variety of quotes. Everyone was encouraged to plant a tree on April 7, Missouri Arbor Day. Roll call was, “Name a job you should have already done.”

Members present were Barb Peterson, Lois Corrigan, Tillie Moore, Judy Meeker, Carol Wilford, Beverly May, Sharon Berry, Mary Helen Richardson, Mary Ann Hubble and Brenda Hein. Nedra Stephenson was a guest. Members were asked to sign up for a month to host a Garden Club meeting and/or give a lesson. Plans were discussed about other places to meet; tours of various landscaping; greenhouses to visit; and places to see away from this area. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 24

at the Springwater Greenhouse in Marshall. The group will meet in the China I parking lot, then carpool to the greenhouse and eat somewhere in Marshall. It was suggested that a trip to Pella, Iowa, should be discussed at the April meeting.

A discussion was held about reinstating the $5.00 monthly Club dues.

The lesson was given by Barb Peterson. She brought two Helleborus plants for the centerpiece on the table. The plants are known as Lenten Roses because they bloom in late winter around the Christian season of Lent. These white to pink to light rose-purple flowering evergreen perennials have leathery evergreen foliage, and thrive in moist loamy soil in a mostly shady area.

At the close of the meeting, Barb Peterson passed around packets of seeds for everyone to choose. Each person was given a small clay flower pot filled with potting soil. Each person’s choice of seeds was planted in the pot to take home.

Shakespearean Circle Discusses Act III of “Twelfth Night”

The Shakespearean Circle met on Wednesday, March 29 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, Terry Cobb introduced Act III of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.”

She noted that in Act III, the dark undercurrents of the play -- its potential to turn into a tragedy -- are

particularly apparent. The plot is rapidly reaching the point of complication where Shakespeare will have to begin unraveling it. After viewing the video of Act III, members discussed the study questions.

The next meeting of the Shakespearean Circle will be at 1:30 pm on April 12, 2023 at the First Christian Church Activity Center. Sarah Dannar and Amy White will lead the studies of Act IV and Act V respectively.

Laredo News

Carol Wilford

On St. Patrick’s Day, Randy O’Neal and Brett Matthews came to the home to Dan and Carol Wilford to track down an on-going electrical problem and solve it.

Mary Gonzalez and sons, Sammy, Joshua, and Andrew of Kansas City, KS, stayed overnight at Dan and Carol Wilford’s house on Friday and Saturday, March 24-25. They returned home on Sunday.

The Laredo Lions Breakfast Fundraiser at the Laredo Community Building was on Sat., Mar. 25. Several people from Laredo, as well as Trenton and Chillicothe, helped throughout the day. The Busy Bees 4-H Club gave their help as well. The attendance for the day was exactly 100, including all the workers. Throughout the event, Lion Bill Calhoon of Scottsdale did free Diabetes testing for blood sugar levels. When the

Fundraiser was over, some food items were taken to people in Laredo. Following the Fundraiser, the Laredo Lions Club had their monthly meeting. After the pledge, Dan Wilford opened with prayer, and Carol Wilford led in the song “I’ve Got the Joy.”

Members present were Bonna Dittberner, Martha Owen, Margaret Chapman, Dean Smalling and Dan and Carol Wilford. Steve Persell was a guest. Future events were discussed, as well as changing the day of the monthly Lions meetings from the fourth Monday of each month to the second Monday of each month. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 10 at 1:00 p.m.

Carol Wilford attended the Town and Country Garden Club on Mon., Mar. 27. The group met at the North 65 Center in Trenton for lunch, with the meeting beginning at 1:00

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In Loving Memory of Anne Cunningham

One year has passed since that sad day, when the one we loved was called away. God called you home but your memory will live on forever in our hearts. Everett

APRIL 8, 2015

Janie, We little knew that day, God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you. You did not go alone. For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide. And although we cannot see you, You are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again.

Darrel Cunningham, Sr. Darrel, Jr. & Shelly Dennis & Julianne Landon & Audra

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.

Trenton Ministerial Alliance Good Friday Service, Trenton Performing Arts Center, 7 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.

Rural Dale Baptist Church, Easter Cantata “The Witness”, 10 a.m.

First Assembly of God Church, Easter Cantata “Love Never Fails”, Trenton Performing Arts Center, 10 a.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.

Drive-through Commodity Distribution and Senior Box pick up, Community Food Pantry, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The Capitol Reeppoor tt

MO House of Representatives

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

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

573-751-4285

To the Great Constituents of District 2,

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

-John 14:27

This past week has been devastating for those that have lost loved ones in the Tennessee Christian School shooting. It’s truly hard to understand the evilness that goes on in our world. But as it says in Romans 12:21: “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” I want to point out some of the things the Missouri Legislature has been doing in regards to school safety programs. The budget approved over $50 million for school safety

grants for Missouri schools to make physical security investments on their campuses, develop safety plans, establish school resource officer programs, and increase active threat trainings. We also have approved $1 million to establish safe school programs to address active shooter response training and school safety measures. I want to see our children be protected by good guys with guns just like celebrities, music festivals, presidents, and courts just to name a few.

This week we passed the state operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Some of the highlights from the $45.6 Billion Budget:

• 20% pay increases for the Missouri State Highway Patrol and Capitol Police to help attract and retain qual-

Extension Notes

by University of Missouri Extension

THE CARE AND FEEDING OF YOUR SEPTIC SYSTEM

By: Jim Crawford, Field Specialist in Agricultural Engineering University of Missouri Extension, Atchison County

I have been receiving a lot of phone calls this spring regarding onsite septic systems, which are commonly referred to (incorrectly) as septic tanks. The reason I say they are incorrectly called septic tanks is that the tank is only part of the system. I really do not like these calls because by the time a problem is noticed and they call me, it is generally too late to do much except make a very expensive repair/replacement.

A typical septic system contains two major components: a septic tank and the absorption field. The septic tank is usually made of concrete, fiberglass, or plastic, is buried and should be watertight. In Missouri, the size of the required septic tank is based on the number of bedrooms in the house with the minimum size being 1000 gallons.

The primary purpose of the septic tank is to separate the solids from the liquids and to promote partial breakdown of contaminants by microorganisms generally found in wastewater. The solids, known as sludge, collect on the bottom of the tank, while the scum (primarily grease and fat) floats to the top of the liquid. Baffles in

ity officers.

• $1 million increase for Blue Scholarships to help attract more Missourians to law enforcement careers and address officer shortages

• $20 million to support Missouri’s veteran’s homes.

• $72.9 million in new funding for nursing home rate increases to help ensure homes can continue to provide quality care to some of the state’s most vulnerable Missourians.

• Full funding for state scholarship programs such as Bright Flight, Access Missouri, and A+.

Fifteen other bills were passed this week in the house, here are highlights of some of those bills:

HBs 913 & 428 modifies provisions relating to licensed child care facilities. Currently, a person caring for up to six children, with a maximum of three children under the age of two, can operate an unlicensed child care facility.

HB 1015 allows the chief law enforcement executive for any law enforcement agency to request assistance from a law enforcement agency in another jurisdiction, including from outside the state but within the United States. The bill creates provisions for how

arrests are handled if executed by an officer outside of his or her jurisdiction.

HBs 971 & 970 establishes the "Missouri Employment First Act". The act specifies that all state agencies that provide employment-related services or services or support to persons with disabilities are required to coordinate with other agencies,

HB 403 increases the number of qualified applicants who may be awarded loans under the Large Animal Veterinary Student Loan Program from six to 12 per academic year.

Lastly, the Ag Policy committee passed out HB 1052 which prohibits the use of eminent domain by electrical corporations for the construction or erection of any plant, tower, panel, or facility that: (1) Uses, captures, or converts wind or air currents to generate or manufacture electricity; or (2) Uses, captures, or converts the light or heat generated by the sun to generate or manufacture electricity.

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

To A Degree

the tank keep the scum and sludge from leaving the tank which should be periodically pumped from the tank.

Water exits the septic tank and enters the absorption or leach field. The absorption field consists of a series of underground, perforated pipes laid in gravel lined trenches. The effluent exits the holes in the pipes and trickles through the gravel where it is stored until absorbed by the soil. The soil acts as a natural buffer to filter out many of the harmful bacteria, viruses, and excessive nutrients. The absorption field treats the wastewater through physical, chemical, and biological processes as it passes through the soil before it reaches the groundwater.

Inspection of a septic system can be a tricky event and should be left to someone who knows what they are doing. A thorough inspection of a septic system can often catch problems in their early stages when they are easier (and less expensive) to correct. An experienced professional can identify structural problems with tanks and other components and can inspect the entire system. If a system is difficult to locate, they will have the knowledge and equipment to locate and properly inspect the system. They also should provide a written report of the inspection detailing the results, the location of the system and

any maintenance that needs to be performed. Professional system inspectors are also aware of the proper safety practices and specialized equipment that enables them to perform the inspection more safely and cost-effectively than most homeowners. Therefore, we recommend septic system inspections should be left to professionals.

That said, there is no reason that a homeowner cannot properly monitor, maintain, and even troubleshoot their septic system. When treated properly, a septic system will give you many years of trouble-free operation. However, like everything else, a regular checkup of your system will help prevent problems. These checks are usually easy to perform yourself or you can hire a professional to carry them out.

A regular inspection should be carried out every 1-2 years. During an inspection, the inspection port on the tank should be opened and the baffles inspected to ensure they are in good condition. At this time, the depth of the sludge layer should be checked to see if it is time to pump out the tank. Many people are under the mistaken impression that the only time a septic tank needs pumped out is when there is a problem elsewhere in the system. In truth, as the solids accumulate in the tank, they reduce the amount of room left for water. This reduction in water holding capacity also reduces the amount of time water stays in the tank and the amount of treatment that it can undergo. Regular inspection and pumping of a septic tank is required. The time between pumping depends on

the amount of solids added to the system.

This is also a good time to inspect your absorption field. Look for any ponding of water or soggy soil over the field that could indicate improper drainage, a clogged system or excessive water use. The presence of odors also can indicate a leak in the system.

Generally, an absorption field does not require any maintenance. However, to prolong the life and effectiveness of the field follow a few simple rules. Plant only grass near the septic system as tree and shrub roots can clog the pipes. Do not drive or park on any part of the field as this can compact the soil and/or crush your system. Keep excess water from roof drains, sump pumps and other rainwater from entering and possibly overloading the system.

To maintain the overall health of your septic system, avoid using caustic drain openers that can kill the bacteria that treat the wastes. Use boiling water instead. Do not use septic tank additives as they are not necessary and can actually harm your system. Conserve water and use low flow fixtures so as not to overload the system. Most importantly, your septic system is not a trashcan. Do not put diapers, cigarettes, plastic, or other solids into the system, as they will quickly fill the tank with solids.

This is just a brief introduction to septic systems. For more information contact your local county extension office and ask for Guide Sheet EQ 401 Septic Tank/Absorption Field Systems.

A Major Gifts Campaign is a planned and coordinated set of activities that shares specific messages, increases awareness, and shares successes for a particular cause or organization. The NCMC Foundation’s upcoming Transforming Lives, Empowering People Major Gifts Campaign is all of the above. It will also help North Central Missouri College celebrate its 100th Birthday in 2025.

North Central Missouri College Transforms Lives by providing access to high-quality education at an affordable price and Empowering People to know that a college degree or certificate is achievable.

NCMC has three main sources of revenue: (1) tuition and fees, (2) state appropriations, and (3) local tax revenue. It is important to note NCMC is tax-assisted, NOT taxsupported. Therefore, an additional purpose of the campaign is to attract a fourth revenue source: private investment from businesses, organizations, and individuals.

The NCMC Foundation and specific committees have been working for several months to plan and prepare for the Transforming Lives, Empowering People Major Gifts Campaign. This effort focuses on three main initiatives: (1) The completion of Phase II of the additional NCMC campus in Savannah, MO, (2) A new Student Center on the Main Campus in Trenton, and (3) Scholarships focusing on First Generation Students, Mid-Career Students and Allied Health and Nursing students.

Work is underway to plan and design a student-focused building that brings together a dining hall, bookstore, and student commons area. There will also be a meeting space for possible community gatherings in the new facility. The additional campus in Savannah is bringing together career tech education courses along with relocating nursing programs from Maryville (August 2023) and Bethany (January 2024). In addition, NCMC is expanding allied health programs, including radiologic technology, surgical technology, and diagnostic sonography.

NCMC students pay 42% less to attend than other public in-state institutions. However, 92% of NCMC students also receive some form of financial aid, including student loans, therefore, emphasizing the need for additional support through scholarships.

The Transforming Lives, Empowering People to campaign public kick-off celebration will take place in Trenton on May 10th and in Savannah on May 18th. More details will be shared soon, and the community is invited to attend.

Do you have questions or interest in involvement? Do you need a program speaker for an upcoming meeting? Would you like to visit campus to learn more about what NCMC has to offer? Have you considered establishing a scholarship to leave a legacy or honor a loved one? Are you an alumna or alumnus who might wish to reconnect with other alumni or the campus? If you answered yes or maybe to any of those questions, then please give me a call, reach out by email, or stop by campus.

Information on how to be involved in the Transforming Lives, Empower People Campaign can be found on the NCMC website at www.ncmissouri.edu/foundation/transforming-lives/.

REP. MAZZIE BOYD

Alicia Endicott, NCMC Director of Development

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Rep. Mazzie Boyd handing a resolution to Phillip Thomas of Trenton for his 80th Birthday.

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Members of Dockery Chapel Church spent Saturday, March 25 cleaning up 12 miles of roadside trash. Approximately 30 participated and showed efforts to keep our community clean.

Missouri College, were two of 80 collegiate students nominated to attend the 38th Annual Missouri Governor’s Student Leadership Forum on Faith and Values held February 17-19, 2023, in Jefferson City.

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 embrace altruism rather than egotism.

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 some good friends!”

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 Campbell, Regional Director of Young Life.

On March 31, author and 1969 graduate of Spickard R-II, Mike Perry, spoke with Spickard Elementary students and community members about his book, "An Interview with George Alexander Spickard, A Traveler on the California Trail". George Spickard was the founder of the town of Spickard.

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Marty the Magician entertained Preschool and Parents as Teachers families during a presentation held March 2 at the THS Performing Arts Center. He performed magic tricks to brighten up everyone’s day with his funny, mixed up 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 preschoolers Emmy Coe (left) and Marjorie Wilson (right).

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North Central Missouri College students enrolled in the Teacher Education program and members of the Student Missouri State Teachers Association (SMSTA) conducted their annual service project. Warming Hands with Loving Hearts, formerly known as Merry Mittens, is a project where hats, gloves, and coats are collected for children to distribute to area school districts. Gilman City R-4, Brookfield R-3 and Grundy County R-5 were the recipients of this year’s donations.

The event started in 1986 under the leadership of former Missouri Governor and 79th U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft.

First Annual Machinery Consignment Auction:

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On March 31, Grundy County Ambulance and the Trenton Fire Department had the honor of presenting several individuals with awards recognizing their lifesaving efforts when a patron at NCMC’s Ketcham Community Center suffered a cardiac arrest. Those receiving the awards are, from left, Nate Swann, Cole Henderson, Shanna Griffin and Jenni Croy, accepting the award on behalf of Lathan Croy.

Saturday, March 11 @ 11 am

“I’m always shocked when we pick up the collection boxes here on campus. I’m so appreciative of the support we continue to see each year,” said Cassie Corday, NCMC Education Instructor. “Instead of collecting items in November/December, we decided to push this project back to February/March. We are pleased with the outcome, and the school districts have been thrilled to take our donations.”

Feeder Sale: Monday, March 13 @ 11 am

Pictured are, from left, front row, Sarah Killen of Leonard, Olivia Edwards of Hamilton, Kaylor Farris of Trenton and Haylee Burns of Queen City; back row, Kaylynn Bagley of Brookfield, Alexia Bowyer of Meadville, Lillian Pontious of Chillicothe, Rebecca Urich of Laredo and Kylie Gannon of Mercer.

Sheep, Goat & Hog Sale: Saturday, March 18 @ 10 am

When the patron collapsed, these individuals took immediate action; calling 911, starting CPR immediately and quickly applying an AED (Automated Electronic Defibrillator). When Fire and EMS arrived, they took over CPR and quickly moved the patient to the stretcher. As they did so, they saw he was breathing, and determined he had a pulse as well. The patient was rapidly transported to the local emergency room, and from there was flown to a cardiac hospital where he received the definitive care needed to eventually make a full recovery and return home.

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.

821 Industrial Dr. Trenton, MO 64683

660-359-6210

Feeder Sale:

Monday, March 20 @ 11 am

Special Cow Sale: Friday, March 24 @ 6 pm

CPR saves lives, especially when it is brought to bear on the patient immediately. Because 90% of cardiac arrests occur outside of a healthcare facility, it falls to the everyday citizen to make a difference. Recent statistics have shown that the earlier CPR is performed, the higher the chances of survival after cardiac arrest. Nearly 45% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest victims survived when bystander CPR was administered.

If you would like more information or to sign up for a class, contact CPR instructor Derek Hert at the Trenton Fire Department (660) 359-5552.

Feeder Sale:

Monday, March 27 @ 11 am

Cattle Sales: Mondays @ 11 am

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

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

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

Utah Stulz: 660-334-0400

Bobby Morrison: 816-345-0518

Ben Peterson: 660-247-2759

Travis Gibson: 660-646-8337

Rick Tate: 660-734-1307

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

Find us on Facebook at Tina Livestock Market Check

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

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Trenton High School students in Mrs. Thorne’s and Mrs. Micheal’s class traveled to South Dakota the week of March 21-24. The students raised the money through fundraisers, the Black and Gold Coffee Shop, washing windows in the community, and donations. The students and staff would like to thank the community for all the support and donations for making this trip possible.

NCMC Alumni Honored at Foundation’s Pirates Ball

The North Central Missouri College Foundation held its annual Pirates Ball Saturday, March 25 at the Ketcham Community Center on the campus of NCMC to honor three Distinguished Alumni. There were over 120 in attendance to honor the three and to celebrate all NCMC investors, alumni, and friends.

Current NCMC Student and Foundation Scholarship Recipient Abner Neill was the emcee for the evening and read a welcome letter from NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver, who was unable to attend.

NCMC Foundation Executive Director Alicia Endicott welcomed guests and introduced a short video to promote the Foundation's “Transforming Lives, Empowering People” major gifts campaign. The video highlighted community members, NCMC faculty, student, trustee, and Foundation members' responses to the question, "What is one word you would use to describe NCMC?" Responses included community, family, opportunity, compassion, relationships and future. During the meal, catered by Great Western Dining, a slide show honoring all Distinguished Alumni

Honorees and Foundation events was shown, and guests were then entertained by Soca Jukebox. Soca Jukebox is well known for their fun and familiar music, diverse musical genres, and high-energy percussion showdowns. NCMC student-athletes helped with meal service, and guests were encouraged to tip their servers.

Mr. Neill introduced each alumna who was escorted to the stage by NCMC Foundation President Allan Seidel. Mr. Seidel also presented each honoree with their TJC/NCMC Distinguished Alumni medallion. Honoree Dr. Jennifer Blacksmith thanked her cousin, Lesli Collins, for the nomination and shared a story about Coach Max Mothersbaugh. Mrs. Jackie Soptic thanked the Foundation and Alumni Association for this honor and shared how important NCMC is to the region. Mrs. Barb Spencer shared her experiences at NCMC and how she enjoyed coming back to teach and tutor students, as well as enjoying her time as a member of the Pirates Booster Club.

New to the event this year was a reverse raffle, with the grand prize being $600. Table sponsors re-

ceived a ticket, and additional tickets were sold before the event began. All tickets were drawn throughout the evening; the final three ticket holders could decide to split the winnings or keep drawing for one final winner. The unanimous decision was made to split the winnings, and the evening ended with Soca Jukebox playing another set.

Nominations for NCMC Distinguished Alumni are accepted by the Foundation at any time, and all nominations are considered. The class of 2023 will be honored at the Pirates Ball scheduled for March 23, 2024. To be eligible for nomination, the former student must have successfully completed at least one semester at TJC/NCMC and agree to be nominated. The NCMC Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that works with North Central Missouri College to transform lives and empower people. For more information about the NCMC Foundation and Alumni Association, contact Alicia Endicott, NCMC Director of Development, at 660-357-6403, aendicott@mail.ncmissouri.edu, or at www.ncmissouri.edu/alum ni.

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Dr. Jennifer Blacksmith, Mrs. Barb Spencer and Mrs. Jackie Soptic were honored as distinguished alumni of North Central Missouri College at the NCMC Foundation’s Pirates Ball held Saturday, March 25 at the Ketcham Community Center.

A Word From...

by the Trenton Ministerial Alliance

“Risk All For Jesus”

By Sharon Jahraus Co-Pastor of Trenton Foursquare Church

Today’s culture has infiltrated the church and no one wants to speak what is true. Believers of Jesus Christ are to speak up and declare the whole counsel of God. Our culture needs to hear the Truth as Jesus taught while on earth. We are to speak the truth in love and with compassion so that all who listen would know Jesus, really know Him intimately, not just on Sunday.

Many believers find it easier to blend into the background rather than speak the Truth in the face of a lie because they don’t want to offend anyone. In short, they

don’t want to risk rejection of men, but it is a more fearful thing to offend God if we refuse to speak the words He tells us to speak and do what He tells us to do.

Amon 3:8 says: “The lion has roared — who will not fear? The Sovereign Lord has spoken — who can but prophecy?” Amos was saying the prophetic responsibility prohibits me from remaining silent when God gives the Word. We have the written Word of God that needs to be declared out loud so that lives of the hearers would be impacted.

We need to take the risk that is only useful to God when we recognize and acknowledge our weakness and brokenness in His Presence on our knees, seeking a personal encounter with Him. An encounter is more than an experience. Galatians 5:24 says: “Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to His Cross and crucified them there.” With an encounter, we leave those things at the Cross, never to be picked up again. Go from experience to encounter to be set free from everything that holds you captive or binds you up and keeps you from all that God has for you.

Be willing to risk it all for Jesus, for a personal encounter with Him where you come away fully trusting Him and relying on direction and power from Holy Spirit to speak the truth God gives you. It’s time to set the captives free, in Jesus’ name.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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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

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

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

Garden Headquarters! Garden seeds and assorted garden tools. Best prices in town! Trenton Hardware, 901 Main in Trenton, 660-3593660.

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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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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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Nice and clean 3 bedroom

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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

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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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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NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

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)

Trenton City-Wide Garage Sales

Saturday,

April 15

Classified ad copy due by 4 p.m. April 6 for the April 11 Green Hills Weekly Paper. 25 words - $10; 60¢ each additional word

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

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)

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“Storm Watch” (#23) - CJ Box

“Racing the Light” (#19 LP) - Robert Crais

“The Forgotten Child” - Genevieve Graham

“Never Never” - Colleen Hoover

“The Accident” - Daniel Hurst

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“The Foster Family” - Nicole Trope

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“The Day the World Came to Town” (917.8 DEF) - Jim DeFede

“The Escape Artist” (940.53 FRE LP) - Jonathan Freedland

Ebooks are available on our website at www.grundycountylibrary.org

Curbside pickup is available to all who prefer it

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Trenton Early Bird Track Meet Results

2) Feiden, A.

3) Endicott, A.

4) King, L.

5 Carrollton (2:09.93)

1) Hudgens, K.

2) Jones, A.

3) Reinke, S.

4) Pierson, T. Girls 4x400Meter Relay

1 Brookfield (4:32.90)

1) Keller, J.

2) Keller, J.

3) Sackery, M.

4) King, K.

2 Putnam (4:42.17)

1) Fisher, L.

2) Perkins, A.

3) Diveley, B.

4) Knowles, J.

3 Trenton (4:52.31)

1) Clark, A.

2) Cooksey, T.

3) Corwin, K.

4) Simpson, A. Girls 4x800Meter Relay

1 Trenton (11:39.08)

1) Simpson, A.

4 Clark, A. (Trenton)

5 Sterneker, K. (Gallatin)

Boys 100 Meter Dash

1 Rhoades, Andrew (Princeton) (11.42)

2 Tomlin, C. (Putnam)

3 Holt, T. (Princeton)

4 Kanoy, C. (Penney)

5 Christy, C. (Trenton)

Boys 200 Meter Dash

1 Rhoades, Andrew (Princeton) (22.54)

2 Tomlin, C. (Putnam)

3 Holt, T. (Princeton)

4 Kanoy, C. (Penney)

5 Ngombo, D. (Milan)

Boys 400 Meter Dash

1 Boley, Owen (Brookfield) (56.14 )

2 Ragle, J. (Penney)

3 Backes, L. (Carrollton)

4 Dunkin, B. (Trenton)

5 Youtsey, T. (Penney)

Boys 800 Meter Run

1 McBee, Titus 1 (Penney) (2:24.93)

2 Baldwin, A. (Brookfield)

2) Thomas, K.

3) Rhoades, E.

4) Rubio, N. Boys 4x200Meter Relay

1 Putnam (1:41.43)

1) Lopez, N.

2) C.-Johnson, A.

3) Lopez, D.

4) Watt, J.

2 Milan (1:42.73)

1) Ngombo, D.

2) R. Acevedo, E.

3) Linhart, T.

4) Bennett, J.

3 Brookfield (1:42.96)

1) Boley, O.

2) Carter, K.

3) Perry, K.

4) Walgren, J.

4 Trenton (1:43.32)

1) Stark, G.

2) Johnson, L.

3) Christy, C.

4) Baker, D.

5 Princeton (1:43.39)

1) Finney, J.

2) Rubio, N.

3) Ragle, J.

4) Krentz, H.

2 Putnam (9:25.01)

1) C.-Johnson, A.

2) Kaster, E.

3) Jones, F.

4) Watt, J.

3 Trenton (10:16.10)

1) Bonta, I.

2) Huffstutter, A.

3) Johnson, L.

4) Muselman, R.

Boys High Jump

1 Holt, Talan (Princeton) (1.89m)

2 Finney, J. (Princeton)

3 White, T. (Brookfield)

4 Linhart, T. (Milan)

5 Kanoy, C.(Penney)

Boys Long Jump

1 Lopez, Nico (Putnam) (5.40m)

2 Carter, K. (Brookfield)

3 Ngombo, D.(Milan)

4 Finch, C. (Penney)

5 Thomas, K.(Princeton)

Boys Triple Jump

Girl’s Team Ranking:

1) Brookfield (148)

2) Putnam (90)

2) Princeton (90)

4) Carrollton (61)

5) Penney (54)

6) Gallatin (45)

7) Trenton (44)

8) Milan (3)

Boy’s Team Rankings:

1) Penney (143)

2) Putnam (99)

3) Princeton (72)

4) Trenton (68)

5) Brookfield (60)

6) Milan (57)

7) Carrollton (29)

8) Gallatin (16)

Girls 100 Meter Dash

1 Dickerson, Adeline (Putnam County) (13.44)

2 Brundage, T. (Putnam)

3 Ochoa, I. (Carrollton)

4 Henke, A. (Princeton)

5 Kelly, G. (Princeton)

Girls 200 Meter Dash

1 Ochoa, Isabella (Carrollton) (29.04)

2 Power, K. (Princeton)

3 Shatto, L. (Penney)

4 Littrell, E. (Brookfield)

5Wilbeck,M.(Brookfield)

Girls 400 Meter Dash

1 Fisher, Loralei (Putnam) County (1:06.25)

2 Ochoa, I. (Carrollton)

3 King, K. (Brookfield)

4 Gray, J. (Penney)

5 Keller, J. (Brookfield)

Girls 800 Meter Run

1 Sharp, Samantha (Brookfield) (2:36.84)

2 Feiden, A. (Gallatin)

3 Keller, J. (Brookfield)

4 Burnett, L. (Penney)

5 Cooksey, T. (Trenton)

Girls 1600 Meter Run

1 Sharp, Samantha (Brookfield) (5:51.78)

2 Simpson, A. (Trenton)

3 Hoyt, C. (Brookfield)

4 Witherow, K. (Penney)

5 Diveley, B. (Putnam)

Girls 3200 Meter Run

1 Sharp, Samantha (Brookfield) (12:23.66)

2 Simpson, A. (Trenton)

3 Hoyt, C. (Brookfield)

4 Witherow, K. (Penney)

5 Arbelo, J. (Putnam)

Girls 100 Meter Hrdls.

1 Thogmartin, Gracie (Princeton) (17.94)

2 Siemer, F. (Princeton)

3 Bennett,M.(Brookfield)

4 Blanchard, S. (Putnam)

5 Bears, D. (Princeton)

Girls 300 Meter Hrdls.

1 Ball, Annabelle (Gallatin) (51.44)

2 Bears, D. (Princeton)

3 Izard, D. (Brookfield)

4 Bennett,M.(Brookfield)

5 Corwin, K. (Trenton)

Girls 4x100Meter Relay

1 Putnam County (53.43)

1) Seaton, K.

2)Brundage, T.

3) Knowles, J.

4) Dickerson, A.

2 Brookfield (54.44)

1) Izard, D.

2) King, K.

3) Sackery, M.

4) Keller, J.

3 Princeton (55.17)

1) Enright, A.

2) Henke, A.

3) Kelly, G.

4) Siemer, F. Girls 4x200Meter Relay

1 Brookfield (1:55.00)

1) Izard, D.

2) King, K.

3) Sackery, M.

4) Keller, J.

2 Putnam (1:55.58)

1) Seaton, K.

2) Fisher, L.

3) Knowles, J.

4) Dickerson, A.

3 Princeton (1:56.79)

1) Kelly, G.

2) Siemer, F.

3) Bears, D.

4) Henke, A.

4 Gallatin (1:58.83)

1) Ball, A.

2) Clark, A.

3) Corwin, K.

4) Cooksey, T.

2 Penney (12:10.99)

1) Burnett, L.

2) Anderson, O.

3) Evans, K.

4) Witherow, K.

3 Putnam (14:07.93)

1) Seaton, H.

2) Rubio, E.

3) Arbelo, J.

4) Diveley, B.

Girls High Jump

1 Pierson, Taylor (Carrollton) (1.47m)

2 Winsett, K. (Princeton)

2 Perkins, A. (Putnam)

2 Ball, A. (Gallatin)

5 Dabney, M. (Milan)

Girls Long Jump

1 Ball, Annabell (Gallatin) (4.55m)

2 Henke, A. (Princeton)

3 Sackery,M.(Brookfield)

4 Meyer, E. (Brookfield)

5 Feiden, A. (Gallatin)

Girls Triple Jump

1 Pierson, Taylor (Carrollton) (10.04m)

2 Meyer, E. (Brookfield)

3 Perkins, A. (Putnam)

4 Brundage, T. (Putnam)

5 Enright, A. (Princeton)

Girls Shot Put

1 Shatto, Lakelyn (Penney) (9.69m)

2 Gray, J. (Penney)

3 Lindsay, L.(Brookfield)

4 Hudson, J. (Trenton)

5 Harlan, A. (Putnam)

Girls Discus Throw

1 Spencer, Megan (Princeton) (31.33m)

2 Thudium (Brookfield)

3 Molloy, B. (Carrollton)

4 Lindsay, L.(Brookfield)

5 Potts, I. (Penney)

Girls Javelin Throw

1 Spencer, Megan (Princeton) (33.46m)

2 Reinke, S. (Carrollton)

3 Fields, J. (Brookfield)

3 Battaglia, S. (Penney)

4 Johnson, P. (Gallatin)

5 Witherow, M. (Penney)

Boys 1600 Meter Run

1 Mcintosh, Ryan (Penney) (5:10.80)

2 Keck, N. (Milan)

3 Krentz, H. (Penney)

4 Battaglia, S. (Penney)

5 Baldwin, A. (Brookfield)

Boys 3200 Meter Run

1 Keck, Nathan (Milan) (10:46.72)

2 Mcintosh, R. (Penney)

3 Krentz, H. (Penney)

4 Darling, B. (Putnam)

5 Valladares,C. (Milan)

Boys 110 Meter Hurdles

1 Hendee, Lucas (Putnam) (18.30)

2 England, L. (Penney)

3 Callejo, A. (Milan)

4 Smith, N. (Trenton)

Boys 300 Meter Hrdls.

1 Campbell-Johnson, Avery (Putnam) (46.41)

2 Hendee, L. (Putnam)

3 Kanoy, C. (Penney)

4 England, L. (Penney)

5 Callejo, A.(Milan)

Boys4x100 Meter Relay

1 Trenton (48.54)

1) Stark, G.

2) Johnson, L.

3) Christy, C.

4) Baker, D.

2 Putnam (48.62)

1) Lopez, N.

2) Lopez, D.

3) Watt, J.

4) Myers, J.

3 Penney (48.94)

1) Finch, C.

2) England, L.

3) McBee, T.

4) Skaflestad, K.

4 Brookfield (49.24)

1) Boley, O.

2) Carter, K.

3) Perry, K.

4) Walgren, J.

5 Princeton (49.64)

1) Coffman, T.

3) Thomas, K.

4) Rhoades, E.

Boys 4x400Meter Relay

1 Brookfield (4:00.12)

1) Boley, O.

2) Guilford, C.

3) Walgren, J.

4) Perry, K.

2 Trenton (4:02.39)

1) Stark, G.

2) Johnson, L.

3) Nyakoojo, M.

4) Dunkin, B.

3 Penney (4:04.70)

1) Ragle, J.

2) Mcintosh, R.

3) Skaflestad, K.

4) Battaglia, S.

4 Putnam (4:26.20)

1) Hendee, L.

2) Watt, A.

3) McCormack, B.

4) Roberts, N.

Boys 4x800Meter Relay

1 Penney (9:22.24)

1) Mcintosh, R.

2) England, L.

1 Backes, Luke (Carrollton) (11.53m)

2 Krentz, H. (Penney)

3 Linhart, T. (Milan)

4 Johnson, P. (Gallatin)

5 Perry, K. (Brookfield)

Boys Shot Put

1 Nixdorf, Fisher (Penney) (14.50m)

2 McBee, G. (Penney)

3 McBee, T. (Penney)

4 Spencer, D. (Trenton)

5 McBroom, K. (Gallatin)

Boys Discus Throw

1 Spencer, Dylan (Trenton) (44.15m)

2 Kempton, T. (Trenton)

3 Wagoner,K.(Carrollton)

4 Miller, D. (Penney)

5 Robinson, M. (Putnam)

Boys Javelin Throw

1 Rhoades, Andrew (Princeton) (43.43m)

2 Myers, J. (Putnam)

3 Coffman, T. (Princeton)

4 Eiserer, P. (Carrollton)

5 Brumley, H. (Penney)

R/T Photo taken by Libby Endicott HURDLE - N. Smith flys over the hurdles during the 110 boys hurdles race.

R/T Photo taken by Libby Endicott ARCH THAT JUMP - K. Croy attempts the height during high jump to get a measure on how her year could go.

Thursday, April 6, 2023 :: REPUBLICAN-TIMES.COM/CATEGORY/SPORTS

Teams Fight for those First Few Game Wins

Trenton

Baseball:

3/29/23 Loss to Princeton (4-9)

4/01/23 Loss to Bishop LeBlond (1-7)

4/03/23 Win over Ridgeway (22-4)

Upcoming game: 4/06/23 @ Maysville

Tennis:

3/29/23 Win over Cameron (9-0)

3/30/23 Win over Bishop LeBlond (9-0)

4/03/23 Win over Benton (9-0)

4/04/23 Win over Carrollton (6-3)

Upcoming Match: 4/10/23 @ Chariton

Golf:

3/30/23 Team win at Maysville (181)

Lowest scorer was Kiefer Tolson and Riley Gott with 38 strokes.

4/03/23 Team win at home (179)

Lowest scorer was Kiefer Tolson with 38 strokes.

Next Meet: 4/1/23 Home meet vs Putnam County and Princeton

Track:

3/30/23 Trenton Early Bird

4/03/23 East Buchanan Early Bird

Girls Team Score: 11th with 21 points

Boys Team Score: 12th with 21 points

Tymber Cooksey: 8th in 800m run (2:58.33)

Ava Simpson: 4th in 1600m run

Baseball:

(6:07.13), 4th in 3200m run (13:29.10)

Katy Simpson 6th in 3200m run (17:25.02)

Girls 4x400m relay 7th (4:57.26)

Girls 4x800m relay 4th (11:37.41)

Boys 4x200m relay 6th (1:44.17)

Dylan Spencer: 1st in discus (133 ft. –11.50 in.)

Tim Kempton: 2nd in discus (119 ft. –03.50 in.)

04/04/23 Hoefer-Husker Invitational

Girls Team Score: 12th with 15 points

Boys Team Score: 14th with 19 points

Ava Simpson: 4th in 800m run

(2:47.51), 5th in 1600m run (6:22.36),

Kylee Corwin: 8th in 300m hurdles (58.22)

Girls 4x200m relay 8th (2:07.18)

Avery Clark: 5th in javelin (105 ft. –

2.00 in.)

Boys 4x100m relay 7th (50.73)

Boys 4x200m relay 6th (1:45.71)

Boys 4x800m relay 6th (10:15.16)

Dylan Spencer: 2nd in discus (125 ft. –7.00 in.), 6th in shotput (38 ft. – 10.50 in.)

Upcoming Meet: 4/06/23 Joe Shy Relays @ Chillicothe

Gallatin (Tri-County)

3/30/23 Win over Ridgeway (12-0)

4/03/23 Win over Penney (15-0)

4/04//23 Win over Lathrop (4-3)

Upcoming game: 4/06/23 Home vs Novinger

Golf: Upcoming meet: 4/06/23 Home vs Stanberry, King City, and Worth County

Track:

3/30/23 Trenton Early Bird

4/03/23 Travis Girratono Memorial Relay

Girls Team Score: 9th with 36 points

• Boys Team Score: 14th with 23 points

• (2:42.05)

• Ashley Feiden: 3rd in 800m run

•

Elle Copple: 7th in 1600m run

(6:51.79)

Annabelle Ball: 5th in 300m hurdles

• (53.20), 1st in High Jump (4 ft. – 9.00 in.), 3rd in Long Jump (14 ft. – 10.25 in.)

Girls 4x800m relay 2nd (11:00.90)

• Pryce Johnson: 8th in 1600m run

• (5:34.02), 8th in Triple Jump (34 ft. – 03.75 in.)

Sullivan Bird: 5th in Pole Vault (8 ft. –

• 11.75 in.)

Colt Baker: 4th in Discus (109 ft. –

• 09.75 in.), 6th in Shotput (35 ft. – 05.25 in.)

Princeton

Baseball:

Keegan McBroom: 8th in discus (94 ft.

• – 04.75 in.), 4th in Shotput (36 ft. – 05.00 in.)

• 10.25 in.)

Jaden Wilson: 6th in Javelin (112 ft. –

Upcoming Meet: 4/13/23 Trenton Relays

3/29/23 Win over Trenton (9-4)

3/31/23 Postponed vs Green City

4/03/23 Loss to Gilman City (6-8)

4/04/23 Loss to Brashear (6-11)

Upcoming game: 4/06/23 @ Putnam Co.

Track:

3/30/23 Trenton Early Bird

4/03/23 Warrior Relays

Girls Team Results: 4th with 69 points

• Boys Team Results: 1st with 77 points

• Addi Henke: 6th in 400m run (1:10.63), 5

• th in Long Jump (13 ft. – 11.00 in.)

Kadence Power: 7th in 400m run (1:11.92)

• Kayla Alton: 8th in 800m run (7:08.62)

• Kara Winsett: 8th in 1600m run (7:08.62),

• 7th in High Jump (4 ft. – 05.25 in.)

Neveah Brizendine: 7th in 3200m run (16:05.58)

Danielle Bears: 4th in 100m Hurdles (17.93), 6th in 300m hurdles (56.66), 6th in pole vault (6 ft. –06.75 in.)

Girl’s 4x100m relay 1st (54.74) • Girl’s 4x200m relay 2nd (1:58.25)

• Faith Siemer: 6th in 100m Hrdl. (18.29)

• Grace Kelly: 6th in triple jump (28 ft. –

• 08.50 in.)

Megan Spencer: 3rd in discus (96 ft. –

• 11.75 in.), 2nd in javelin (110 ft. – 04.00 in.)

Cheyenne Dinsmore: 5th in Shotput (28 ft.

• – 01.00 in.)

Starla Bass: 8th in shotput (26 ft. – 03.00)

• Talan Holt: 5th in 100m run (11.80), 1 st in

• High Jump (6 ft. – 6.00 in.)

Andrew Rhoades: 1st in 200m run (22.41),

• 1st in 400m run (52.14), 1st in Pole vault (13 ft.), 1st in javelin (131 ft. 02.45 in.)

Boy’s 4x100m relay 4th (49.66)

• Boy’s 4x200m relay 4th (1:41.41)

Jaden Finney: 4th in High Jump(5 ft. –10.75 in.)

Tyler Coffman: 2nd in Javelin (131 ft.)

Upcoming Meet: Joe Shy Relay @ Chillicothe

Newtown-Harris/Grundy

Baseball: 3/30/23 Win over Novinger (5-3)

3/31/23 Postponed vs Bevier

4/04/23 Loss to Putnam County (2-12)

Upcoming Game: 4/10/23 @ Green City Track:

Upcoming Event: 4/13/23 Trenton Relays

R/T Photo taken by Libby Endicott OFF TO THE RACES - During the 4x200m relay, Princeton’s A. Henke faced off against Gallatin’s A. Feiden during the last leg. Princeton obtained the lead during the final hand off.

Photo Provided by Coach Mullenix CHIP SHOT - H. Ledgerwood prepared to chip his ball onto the green during the quad at Maysville. Ledgerwood shot a 53 on the day to be one of the teams lowest scores on the day.