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NCMC Commencement and Honors Brunch Held Saturday, May 6

North Central Missouri College 2023 Commencement was held on Saturday, May 6, with two ceremonies; the morning ceremony at 9:00 a.m. honoring all associate degrees and certificates that are non-nursing, and the afternoon ceremony at 1:00 p.m. honoring nursing certificates, degrees, and pinnings. Both commencement ceremonies were held at the Ketcham Community Center on the Main campus located in Trenton. Commencement was also live-streamed at piratesdigitialmedia.com.

2023 marks the 96th NCMC commencement ceremony, with 504 degrees and certificates awarded to 447 individual graduates, including 136

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Tornado Leaves Damage in Trenton

Wesley United Methodist Church, on 9th Street in Trenton, sustained serious damage from an EF0 tornado on the evening of Saturday, May 6. Glen Briggs, with Grundy County Missouri Emergency Management, reported the tornado formed over downtown Trenton and tracked generally east from the intersection of 9th and Washington to near 9th and Emma with estimated wind speeds of around 85mph. Hail also accompanied this storm, with the largest hail reported being 4” in diameter near the Hickory area. Straight line winds also produced serious wind damage west of Trenton, generally near the area of SW 52nd and Highway 6, where the National Weather Service estimated wind speeds of around 100mph.

Trenton R-9 School Board Recognizes Retirees

The Trenton R-IX school board met in regular session Tuesday. Superintendent Daniel Gott recognized three employees that were retiring - Graham McVay, HS custodian for 35 years, Wendy Shuler, Rissler Kindergarten teacher for 29 years and Carolyn Schmidt, Rissler assistant principal who has been with the district for 24 years.

After approving the previous minutes and passing the consent agenda, the board considered two proposals.

Superintendent Gott asked the

board to consider renewing the contract for Dot.Com, to provide Speech Therapy and Psychology support. The board voted unanimously to renew the contract.

Next, the board approved the Professional Development Plan that directs 1 percent of district funds to allow teachers to enhance their skills and teaching environments.

Superintendent Gott then discussed a grant the district had secured recently. The State Safety

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National Day of Prayer Observed

City Council Discusses Bids, Meeting Dates

Trenton City Council met in open session, Monday, May 8, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at city hall.

Reports were given by Councilmember Briggs and Councilmember Humphreys.

The Utility Committee meeting was set for May 16, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Police Chief Ross gave a report on meetings with the Green Hills Animal Shelter and the Josh Gottman family concerning mowing and cleanup.

Bill 14 was then introduced. It provided for an

New Animal Control Officer in Trenton

agreement between the City of Trenton and Airport IFE Services to construct a T-hangar and ramp IFE. Motion to pass was made by Councilmember Humphreys. The bill passed unanimously.

In new business, the city received two bids for the demolition project. A motion was made by Councilmember Mlika to hire Perkins Dozing as the contractor for the project. Motion carried with Councilmember Briggs voting no.

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Ashley Conwell has been hired as the Animal Control/Nuisance Enforcement Officer in Trenton. She began the position parttime on April 13 and went full-time April 25. She replaces Les Spickard, who recently retired after 37 years of service to the Trenton community.

Ashley grew up on a small farm in Mercer County and graduated from Mercer High School. She has raised and cared for a variety of animals in her lifetime. She and her daughter now reside in Trenton.

Old Glory flying at Five Points

Chad Boyd

Ashley Conwell

Catherine Hamilton

Photo Courtesy of Robert Wimer

Thursday, May 4, approximately 40 people gathered at noon on the west side of the Grundy County Courthouse in observance of the National Day of Prayer. Bro. Ron Ratliff led in a devotion and a couple of songs were sung. A prayer circle was formed as those gathered prayed for our nation.

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The Trenton R-9 school board recognized this year’s retirees during their meeting on Tuesday evening. Those honored were, from left, Graham McVay, 35 years as custodian, Wendy Shuler, 29 years as Rissler kindergarten teacher and Carolyn Schmidt, Rissler assistant principal who has been with the R-9 district for 24 years.

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associate in arts, 25 associate in arts in teaching, 173 associate in applied science, five associate in general studies, 13 associate in science and 152 certificates. The average age for graduates is 25, with the oldest graduate being 59 and the youngest, 18. Graduates came from Arkansas, California, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, and the countries of Argentina, the Dominican Republic, England, Panama, Scotland and Venezuela.

Foundation Board

Members Chad Boyd, HyVee Store Manager, and Catherine Hamilton, Chief Nursing Officer of Saint Luke’s Health System-Critical Access Region, gave the commencement addresses. Chad Boyd will spoke at the 9:00 a.m. ceremony, and Catherine Hamilton was the 1:00 p.m. afternoon speaker. Faculty

Senate President Noel Staddie led the processional, and the Trenton VFW Post 919 presented the colors. Faculty Marshalls were Sarah Bird, Maryellen Harman, Dr. Sterling Recker, Janna Ingram, Korynn Skipper, Cydney Bestgen, Vel Westbrook and Lisa Kauten. NCMC student Kolbin Paxton sang the na-

BRIEFS TMS Awards Assemblies

Trenton Middle School will hold their awards assemblies on Thursday, May 18 in the TMS gym. The order of assemblies will be fifth grade at 8:15 a.m., eighth grade at 8:45 a.m., seventh grade at 9:15 a.m. and sixth grade at 9:45 a.m. All parents and grandparents are invited to attend.

Pleasant View R-6 Graduation

Pleasant View R-6 held their eighth grade graduation on Friday, May 5 at 6 p.m. Japheth Busick, physical education teacher/coach, was the speaker.

Grant for $150,000 will add fencing, safety windows and doors at Rissler Elementary. A sample of the safety glass that will be used was displayed. The glass will stop entry from force such as bricks, bats and most bullets.

Next, Susan Gott, Rissler Elementary Principal, gave the board an update on the Title Program. This program encourages children K-4 to increase their math and reading skills. This year’s budget is $451,337, mainly to pay for staffing.

Michael Hoffstetter, Trenton Middle School

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Another motion was made by Councilmember Mlika to hire Red Rock for the hazardous material inspections for the demolition project. Motion carried.

Discussion was held concerning a quote for an Aerial bucket truck for the electric department. Motion by Councilmember Briggs was made to go ahead and order the truck since it

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NCMC graduates were honored in their program for their academic merits, involvement and leadership in the classroom at the annual Vicki Wheeler Honors Brunch held Saturday, May 6.

tional anthem for the morning ceremony, and NCMC student Cynthia McCallon sang for the afternoon.

Carli Beck, Student Senate President, provided the welcome and evocation for both ceremonies, with Dr. Tristan Londre, Vice President of Academic Affairs, presenting the class, and Dr. Lenny Klaver, NCMC President, conferring the degrees. President Klaver, who is also President of the Board of Trustees, presented degrees and honors with Dr. Kristen Alley, Vice President of Student Affairs, giving the turning of the tassel. Chris Hoffman, trustee, and alumnus, provided the alumni welcome.

Also on Saturday, the Vicki Wheeler Honors

principal, followed and spoke about I-Ready. This program motivates 5th through 8th graders to complete extra lessons to achieve higher levels of proficiency. There are incentives to the students achieving better performance.

During a closed session, the board:

• approved the hiring of Kenneth Geib as a substitute for the month of May.

• approved the resignations of Pam BowdenRissler third grade teacher, Trent Ireland - THS physical education teacher, Jessica Romine - Rissler kindergarten teacher, Scotlin Hurley - Rissler SPED

takes so long to take delivery of the truck. Motion carried.

Discussion was held concerning three quotes received from Mid-Continental Restoration Co. for repairs to the city hall building. The first quote was $55,000 to do all the work. The second phase 1 quote was for $21,000 and phase 2 was for $40,000.

City Administrator Urton said repairs were not budgeted for this year but

brunch, named after longtime NCMC faculty member the late Vicki Wheeler, was held and recognized nineteen NCMC graduates for their accomplishments. The NCMC Outstanding Student Award is given annually to only one student in each degree program. The faculty selects students based on academic merits, campus involvement, and leadership in the classroom.

Students honored were Joshua Hughes, AS Science and Math; Alexia Bowyer, AAT Education; Emily Knapp, AAS Ag and Natural Resources; Edward Neill, AAS Criminal Justice; Kailey Caldwell, AAS Business; Gary Culp, AAS Computer Science and In-

paraprofessional, Michelle Derry - Rissler Title I math paraprofessional, Tammy Ockenfels - THS assistant track coach, Wes CroyTHS head track coach and Trey Shields - TMS assistant football coach at the end of the school year.

• approved the following new hires for the 2023-24 school year: Mary Woodson - THS part-time post secondary advisor, Tiffany Crawford - Rissler first grade, Janna BurkeybileRissler first grade, Molly Buenemann - Rissler parttime title reading, Kim Foster - Rissler fourth grade, Kayli CrawfordRissler title paraprofessional, Jasmine Allen -

the work needs to be done because water is getting in the basement. Motion made by Councilmember Brown to do the whole project this year. Motion carried. Discussion was held when to have utility committee meetings and administrative meetings. The utility committee will meet on the third Tuesday of each month and the administrative committee will meet on May 18 at 5:00.

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Julianna Mullins, daughter of Nate and Rebecca Mullins, was named valedictorian and the salutatorian was Camden Skipper, son of Jason and Korynn Skipper. Kash Barlow, son of Billy and Whitney Barlow, received the Claude Eckert Citizenship Award.

Laredo R-7 Holds Graduation

formation Systems; Hunter Caldarello, AAS Applied Technology; Michelle Fattig, AAS Early Childhood; Lisa McCulloch, AAS Behavioral Health Support; Jaylee McKenzie, AAS Medical Assistant; Jenna Menconi, AAS Occupational Therapy Assistant; Emily Hawkins, AAS Surgical Technology; Tegan Hadley, AAS Pharmacy Technician; Riley Neill, AAS ADN Nursing-Trenton; Madison Pickman, AAS ADN Nursing-Maryville; Tyler Doughty, AAS ADN Nursing-Online; Tiffany Reed, Certificate PN Nursing-Trenton; Mercedes Hontz, Certificate PN Maryville; and Jennifer Evans, Certificate PN Nursing-Bethany.

Rissler title paraprofessional, Jamie AndersonRissler secretary, Libby Hall - Rissler paraprofessional, Adria Moore - THS varsity football cheer, Erica Zang - THS assistant varsity football cheer, Adrianne Todd - TMS football cheer, Kenneth Geib - TMS head football coach, Jeremy Hudson - TMS assistant football coach, Trey Shields - THS varsity head boys track and Anthony Webb - THS color guard. Board meetings are held monthly on the second Tuesday of the month at 5:30 at the District Office.

Laredo R-7 held their eighth grade graduation on Monday, May 8. Four students graduated, including Catelin Bowe, Adalynn Bower, Mason Davidson and Cozette McLain. Catelin Bowe was named valedictorian and received the citizenship award. Adalynn Bower was salutatorian.

NCMC Begins Summer Hours

North Central Missouri College began summer hours on May 8th and they will run through August 11, 2023. Office hours for the public will be Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m for all locations. The Tutoring Center and NCMC Library hours will be Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. The Ketcham Community Center will be open Monday-Friday 5:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Saturday, 8:00 a.m.-200 p.m., and closed Sundays.

Rhonda Vincent in Concert

The Dream Factory of Northwest Missouri will present country music and Grand Ole Opry star Rhonda Vincent in concert on Thursday, September 7. The event will take place at 7 p.m. at the Trenton Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door and can be purchased at Trenton Hy-Vee or Ron Dougan’s office at 903 Main St. in Trenton. Tickets may also be ordered by calling Mr. Dougan at 660-359-0100. There will be no reserved seating and no food available.

Fireworks Donations Sought

A fireworks display is planned in Trenton on Monday, July 3 to celebrate the Independence Day holiday.

A committee of local residents, chaired by Cole Soptic, is currently seeking donations to help pay for the event. It is hoped that around $5,000 can be raised to pay for the show, with fireworks to be shot off from an area near the Rock Barn at dusk on July 3.

Individuals, businesses and organizations wanting to make a contribution can do so my leaving their donation at the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce office, Farmers State Bank, Trenton Abstract and Title or the law office of Tara Walker. Donations can also be mailed to the chamber at PO Box 233, Trenton, MO 64683. Checks should have “fireworks” written in the notation line.

For more information about the event, persons can contact Cole Soptic at Farmers State Bank or call the chamber at 359-4324.

Urton reported at the last closed session meeting the city purchased property at 1013 Tindall Avenue for $2500.00.

A motion was then made to adjourn as the agenda was complete.

City council meetings are the second and fourth Tuesday of each month and the public is encouraged to attend.

Spickard Board of Aldermen Meet

The Spickard Board of Aldermen met Monday, May 8 at 6:00 p.m. in Spickard City Hall. Mayor Alan Tharp called the meeting to order at 6:05p.m. Roll call was made.

The agenda and minutes from last month's meetings were approved unanimously.

In old business, the 2023 county election results were discussed. A desktop computer was purchased as a

cost of $220.41. The check was written for $223.79. When the computer was ordered, the price had dropped. The clerk has reimbursed the City of Spickard for $3.38.

The clerk mentioned that now that they have a new computer, there is a need for a new printer/fax/copy machine. The new computer will not identify the current one and it is plugged in directly. It was decided to

purchase a new printer. It was also decided unanimously to purchase QuickBooks online.

Approval of the 2023-2024 budget, as well as a decision to review quarterly was made. The financial report and payment of claims were approved.

The next meeting of the Spickard board of aldermen will be June 12 at 6 p.m.

Charles Mang

Charles Mang, a 76year-old lifetime Trenton resident, passed away at 7:55 a.m., Friday, May 5, 2023 at Livingston Manor Nursing Home in Chillicothe.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at the Edinburg Baptist Church in Edinburg. Burial was in Maple Grove Cemetery in Trenton.

Slater-Neal Funeral Home of Trenton was in charge of arrangements.

Charles Robert Mang was born July 8, 1946 in Trenton to Kenneth and Mae Marie Alderson Mang. He graduated from Trenton High School and spent two years at Trenton Junior College. Charles was a member of the Edinburg Baptist church where he played the piano during services for many years. He worked on the maintenance crew at Sunnyview Nursing Home, as a clerk at the Plaza Hotel and as a

custodian at Pleasant View R-6 and Gilman City schools.

Charles enjoyed playing pool, helping at church camp and his favorite pastime was playing Zelda on his Wii.

He is survived by his sister, Linda Lamp; nephews, Jeffery Lamp and wife, Rachal and Gregory Lamp and wife, Casey; a niece, Cindy Emmons and husband, Billy; six greatnieces and nephews; and seven step-great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Nancy Lee Mang; and a great-nephew, Zachary Lamp.

Memorial donations are suggested to either the Edinburg Baptist Church or the North 65 Senior Center and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

LOCAL GRAIN PRICES

Corn 6.49, Soybeans 14.14, Soft Wheat 6.43 New Crop Corn 4.98, Soybeans 12.24, Soft Wheat 6.43

Monday-Biscuits & gravy, sausage links, fried potatoes, sliced tomatoes, fresh orange wedges, white cake.

Tuesday-Baked chicken, sweet potatoes, house salad, baked apples, ice cream, whole wheat bread.

Wednesday-Ham & beans, cucumbers & onions, Tuscan blend veggies, pineapple, corn-

bread.

Thursday-Meatloaf, augratin potatoes, broccoli, mango, hot roll.

Friday-Breaded fish on bun, coleslaw, tator tots, 1/2 banana, brownie.

(Coffee, iced tea, water and milk are served daily and an alternate meal of chef’s salad, crackers and fruit cup is available each day.)

Special Needs Prom Is a Masquerade

Over 100 individuals with special needs attended the Third Annual Special Needs Prom held Saturday, May 6 at the Black Silo Winery. The prom was sponsored by the Gifted Group, which is open to any persons with a disability. The theme of the prom was “Masquerade”, signifying that behind every mask is a face, and behind that face is a story.

Crowned Queen of the prom was Jaisa Alina of Trenton and the King was Travis Peebles of Cameron. Daniel Savage provided music for the dance. Several volunteers helped with dressing, hair and make up, picture taking, food and many other ways to make the night a success.

Photos courtesy of Brenda Thorne

Cindy Simpson Has Program on Lily of the Valley at Chapter MN, PEO Meeting

Chapter MN, PEO met on Monday, May 1 at the Hodge Presbyterian Church with 17 members present.

Cheri McHargue was the hostess and Wenda Seymour was the co-hostess.

Sarah Maloney presided over the meeting according to ritual. Robin Wilson, chaplain pro-tem, gave the devotion. Ms. Maloney read proposed by-law changes to be voted on at the PEO state convention later this year. Letters of membership acceptance were read from two individuals, who will be initiated at the July meeting.

Past President Cathy McKay conducted the in-

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stallation ceremony for Ms. Maloney, president, and Barb Cox, vice president, who were unable to be present at the regular ceremony in March.

Cindy Simpson gave the program on the Lily of the Valley, which is the chapter flower theme for this month. Refreshments were served by the hostess and co-hostess.

The next meeting of Chapter MN will be held at 5:30 pm on Monday, June 5 at the Hodge Presbyterian Church. Terri Critten will be the hostess, Holly Cox will be the co-hostess and Pam Johnston will have the program.

Resound Fest Returns to Miracle Hills Ranch

On June 9-10, Resound Fest will return to Miracle Hills Ranch in Bethany for its 13th year. The FREE Christian music festival promises a weekend full of uplifting music and a message of hope for all who attend.

Music at the festival kicks off on Friday, June 9th, at 3 p.m. and wraps up after the Community Worship Service on Sunday, June 11th at 9 a.m. On-site camping is also available, making Resound Fest the perfect affordable summer vacation for the whole family.

Resound Fest 2023 will feature Cain, Ben Fuller, Colton Dixon, Dan Bremnes, Katy Nichole, Leanna Crawford, Break

Red Barn Mini Storage

Across from the new hospital on Iowa Blvd in Trenton, MO 5 UNIT SIZES AVAILABLE

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the Fall, Erskin, and Joe Guerra, as well as Chris Mcquistion, Kerwood & Nextera.

For the full festival lineup, including stage times, visit www.resoundfest.org.

Resound Fest is a family-friendly event with many activities for kids and adults such as swimming pool/waterslide, canoeing/paddle boats, children's games/activities, volleyball, basketball and more. There is a small charge for some of these activities. Activity passes can be purchased at the festival.

To reserve your camping spot or for more information, visit www.resoundfest.org.

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Makenzee Epperson

Trenton High School

Due to an error on our part, Miss Epperson’s name was misspelled in the 2023 Graduation section that was inserted into the May 4, 2023 Republican-Times. We apologize for the error and wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors.

Rotarians Hear Update on Trenton R-9 Sports Programs

The Trenton High School spring sports coaches presented the program at the Thursday, May 4 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held at the BTC Bank community room. Michael Ormsby presided at the meeting, Phil Hoffman gave the prayer and Steve Taylor was the sergeant at arms.

Program Chairman Daniel Gott introduced coaches Wes Croy, track; Travis Mullenix, golf; David Sager, tennis; and David Shockley, baseball, and each coach told about their respective sports programs. Croy said there are 15 boys

and 13 girls out for track including six seniorsDylan Spencer, Tim Kempton, Levi Johnson, Nick Smith, Andrew Huffstutter and Ava Simpson. Mullenix has six golfers, including one senior - Bo Meeker. The golf team is 10-5-1 in non-conference matches and has two players, Riley Gott and Kiefer Tolson, who have qualified for the state tournament.

Sager said there are nine boys out for tennis, including two seniors - Tucker Otto and Trent Villacampa. There are 21 boys out for baseball, including two seniors - Sam Gibson and

Coleman Griffin. The track, tennis and baseball teams are getting ready for district competition, with Trenton being the top seed in the district tennis tournament and will serve as hosts for the team event.

During the business meeting, it was announced that a retirement party

would be held on May 17 for long-time Rotarian Bruce Constant. The club’s exchange student will also be returning home to Spain on May 18.

Darcy Oetting will present the program at the club’s May 11 meeting. Bruce Constant will be the program chairman.

Trenton Area Calendar of Events

FRIDAY

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

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

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

SATURDAY

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

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

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

Spickard Alumni Banquet, Spickard School Gym, 5 p.m. Grundy R-5 Alumni Banquet, Grundy R5 High School Gym, 5 p.m.

SUNDAY

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

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

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

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

TUESDAY

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

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

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

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

WEDNESDAY

North 65 Center: United Way Meeting, 12 p.m.; 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: GCCOA Board Meeting, 9 a.m.; 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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Weston Romsburg (left) attempts to catch his pancake in the air right off the grill as Mascot Sponsor Dave Burkeybile makes the toss. The Trenton R-9 Mascot team held there Spring Pancake Day Fundraiser event on Saturday, May 6th at CF Russell Stadium. The mascot team raised around $700 during the event. The funds raised go towards the Mascot teams of THS and TMS.

Market Report from Monday, May 1 1798 head sold

FEEDER SALE - MONDAY, MAY 15 • 11 AM

** NO SHEEP, GOAT & HOG SALE SATURDAY, MAY 20 **

FEEDER SALE - MONDAY, MAY 22 • 11 AM

SPECIAL COW SALE - FRIDAY, MAY 26 • 6 PM

** NO FEEDER SALE MONDAY, MAY 29 **

SHEEP, GOAT & HOG SALE - SATURDAY, JUNE 3 • 10 AM

FEEDER SALE - MONDAY, JUNE 5 • 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!

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 out our market report on Cattle Market Mobile!

Check us out on our new website: www.tinalivestockmarket.com

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THS sophomore Jazmin Parrent was named Mascot of the Year at the Mascot banquet held Monday, May 8th in the Trenton Middle School Commons. To earn the award, Jazmin had to demonstrate lots of school spirit, be a positive role model and go above and beyond in the mascot program. Mascot Sponsor Dave Burkeybile honored a total of seven mascots during the evening, with four being at the middle school and three at the high school.

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

NCMC Elects Student Senate Leadership for 2023-2024

North Central Missouri College has elected President, Vice President, and Secretary of the student body for the 2023-2024 academic year. Taking the President’s seat is Sawyer McCallon of King City, Vice President is Maddi Michael of Gallatin, and filling the Secretary role is Mary Copeland of Polo. Additional officers will join the Senate executive team in the fall to allow incoming students to run for a seat as Treasurer, Historian, or Representative.

“Student Senate is an integral part of student leadership on campus,” said Dr. Kristen Alley, Vice President of Student Affairs. “They represent all NCMC students and, provide input, ideas, and lead initiatives for the entire student body. We congratulate the newly elected officers and look forward to working with this great group of student leaders in the upcoming academic year.”

“I’m looking forward to continuing the legacy of great Student Senate Presidents,” said Sawyer McCallon, Student Senate President. “I want students to feel welcome at NCMC and to be able to help them on their academic journey.”

Maddi Michael, Student Senate Vice President, said, “I’m excited to have representation from the Ag side on the officer team. I’m looking forward to getting Ag more involved in campus activities and to be a voice for all students.”

Mary Copeland, Student Senate Secretary, said, “I’m looking forward to being a part of the growth and change of NCMC and campus activities. As an athlete on the women’s basketball team, I want athletes to be more involved in Senate and campus activities. I’m excited about the opportunity and eager to be a part of it.”

The executive team and the rest of Student Senate

are involved in campus decisions regarding growth, development, and change.

Sawyer will serve on Shared Governance with NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver and the Presidents of each staffing group, faculty, AMP, and classified staff. Shared Governance meets monthly to discuss progress, ideas, and ways to improve.

“Shared Governance is critical to our success at NCMC,” said Dr. Lenny Klaver, NCMC President.

“Shared Governance allows the presidents to discuss progress from all angles. It’s great to hear input and ideas and receive counsel from the group. I look forward to working with Sawyer and the entire Student Senate executive team. I know their leadership and ideas will help govern and grow NCMC next year.”

Student Senate is the governing council for the NCMC student body and oversees student organizations and clubs. They repre-

sent the student population and provide regulation, change, and future planning input. Student Senate is ad-

vised by Donnie Hillerman, Housing Director/Men’s Baseball Coach, Lesli Collins, Campus Activities Di-

rector/Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach, and Dr. Kristen Alley, Vice President of Student Affairs.

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NCMC recently elected executive officers for the student body for the 20232024 school year. Elected officers include, from left, President Sawyer McCallon of King City, Vice President Maddi Michael of Gallatin and Secretary Mary Copeland of Polo.

Garvin Moulin Agricultural Memorial Scholarship Recipients

Riley Whitt and Peyton Taggart from the Gilman City R-4 School District received the Garvin Moulin Agricultural Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $250 each at the Gilman City School District’s FFA Banquet on Tuesday, May 2.

Riley lives in Gilman City and will be attending Missouri Valley College in Marshall this fall. She will be majoring in Agribusiness.

Peyton, a Gilman City resident, will be attending North Central Missouri College this fall and plans to major in Ag Science.

To receive this scholarship, the applicant/s must be a Gilman City R-4 High School senior and majoring in agriculture in some way.

Riley and Peyton are the seventh year recipients of the Garvin Moulin Agricultural Memorial Scholarship.

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Trenton Middle School Students have been honored with the Student of the Month award for May 2023, recognized for demonstrating the character trait of “Loyalty”. Those receiving the honor include, from left, front row, fifth grader Layla Woodard, daughter of Leslie and Carl Woodard; sixth grader Aubrie Morgans, daughter of Tabytha Grimes and Bobby Morgans and seventh grader Jayden Gannon, daughter of Jessica and Andy Gannon; back row, fifth grader Marek Spencer, son of Bronwyn Griffin and Josh Spencer; sixth grader Zavier Green, son of Chantell and David Green; seventh grader Ayden Ely, son of Angela Brill-Ely and Bob Ely; and eighth grader Raiden Eason, son of Sarah Whitt. Not pictured is eighth grader Precious Vick, daughter of Raquel and Brent Moore and Arthur Vick.

Riley Whitt Peyton Taggart

Trenton FFA Holds Banquet, Awards

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The Trenton FFA chapter recently held their awards banquet. Honored with individual awards were, from left, Hunter McAtee, Star Chapter Placement; Levi Johnson, Start Chapter Farmer; Cade Claycomb, Star Chapter Agribusiness; Kaylynn Stanton, Blue and Gold Award; Makenzee Epperson, Outstanding Senior; Cutler Epperson, Star Greenhand; Kale Batson, Star Greenhand and Emma Roberts, Outstanding Junior; Not Pictured is Katelyn Clark, Black and Gold Award.

The Trenton FFA chapter recently held their awards banquet. Those honored with awards, loans and scholarships include:

Kiwanis SAE LoanLillian Spears.

Frank Hoffman Memorial SAE Loan - Cutler Epperson.

Church Women United Freshman SAE Scholarship - Katy Simpson, Kale Batson and Benjamin Shuler.

BTC Bank Sophomore SAE Scholarship - Layni Walker.

Terry Dolan Production

Agriculture SAE Scholarship - Abbye Johnson.

Brownfield Farm Network Award KTTN - Savannah Hughs and Cade Claycomb.

Meservey Public Speaking Academy ScholarshipCutler Epperson, Tyler Dixon and Ayra Meeker.

FFA Alumni Boosters

Washington Leadership Conference ScholarshipKatelyn Clark, Kinze Hanson, Cade Claycomb and Emma Roberts.

Steinhoff ScholarshipDylan Smith.

Landes Oil Scholarship - Makenzee Epperson.

FFA Alumni Boosters Scholarship - Levi Johnson, Dylan Smith and Gavin Chambers.

Outstanding JuniorEmma Roberts.

Outstanding SeniorMakenzee Epperson.

Blue and Gold - Kaylynn Stanton.

Black and Gold - Katelyn Clark.

Chapter Community Service - Kimberly Otto.

Star Agribusiness - Cade Claycomb.

Star Farmer - Levi Johnson.

Star Placement - Hunter McAtee.

Star Greenhand - Kale Batson, Cutler Epperson.

Chapter ScholarshipBrianna Wheelbarger, Chy-

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Mayor Jackie Soptic recently signed a proclamation designating the week of May 7-13, 2023 as “Local Government Week” in Trenton. She urges all Missourians to join in recognizing local governments as they serve their communities. Pictured are, from left, front row, Water Plant Supervisor Steve Reid, Mayor Soptic, City Clerk Cindy Simpson and Building Code Inspector Wes Barone; back row, Water/Wastewater Supervisor Kenny Ricketts, Sewer Plant Supervisor Bob Hutchinson, Police Chief Rex Ross, City Administrator/Utility Director Ron Urton and Fire Chief Brandon Gibler.

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The Trenton FFA chapter recently held their awards banquet. Junior scholarship award winners were, from left, front row, Benjamin Shuler, CWU SAE Scholarship; Katy Simpson, CWU SAE Scholarship; and Lillian Spears, Kiwanis SAE Loan; back row, Kale Batson, CWU SAE Scholarship, Cutler Epperson, Frank Hoffman Memorial SAE Loan and Meservey Public Speaking Academy Scholarship; Ayra Meeker, Meservey Public Speaking Academy Scholarship; and Layni Walker, BTC bank SAE Scholarship. Not pictured are Abbye Johnson, Terry L. Dolan Memorial SAE Scholarship and Tyler Dixon, Meservey Public Speaking Academy Scholarship.

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The Trenton FFA chapter recently held their awards banquet. Senior scholarship award winners included, from left, Gavin Chambers, Trenton FFA Alumni Scholarship; Levi Johnson, Trenton FFA Alumni Scholarship; Dylan Smith, Trenton FFA Alumni Scholarship and Steinhoff Scholarship; and Makenzee Epperson, Landes Oil Scholarship.

lissa Turner, Grayson Coon, Kyla White, Samantha Hoselton, Dylan Smith, Seth Elder and Ayra Meeker.

Chapter LeadershipTitus Kottwitz, Kylar Foster, Baylee McCullough, Reece Weldon, Bradyn Sager, Seth Doolittle, Hunter McAtee and Kaylynn Stanton.

2023-2024 Chapter Officers include President -

Emma Roberts, Vice President - Cade Claycomb, Secretary - Abbye Johnson, Treasurer - Abby Simpson, Reporter - Bradyn Sager and Kaleb McCallon, Sentinel - Tyler Dixon and Chaplain - Ayra Meeker. 2023-2024 Jr. Chapter Officers include SecretarySavanna Hughs, Treasurer - Titus Kottwitz, ReporterKale Batson and SentinelLogan Roberts.

City of Laredo Receives Grant 2023 North Missouri Business Expo to be Held in Cameron May 23

The City of Laredo, Missouri has been awarded $470,305 by the Department of Economic Development Community Block Grant Program (CDBG).

The funds will be used to implement Wastewater Improvements to the city’s wastewater collection and treatment system. USDA Rural Development is also funding the program with a $187,000 loan to the city and $301,750 in grant funds. The city will provide $3,000 of in-kind funds. The total project cost is $962,055.

Green Hills Regional Planning Commission provided grant writing services to the city for the CDBG application.

The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) works to create an environment that encourages economic growth by supporting Missouri’s businesses and diverse industries, strengthening our com-

munities, developing a talented and skilled workforce, and maintaining a high quality of life. Through its various initiatives, DED is helping create opportunities for Missourians to prosper.

“Strong infrastructure is fundamental to the wellbeing of our state and every Missourian,” said Governor Mike Parson. “Whether through repairing roadways or improving public safety, the Community Development Block Grant program is improving lives statewide. We’re always proud to make investments that help ensure communities have solid foundations for success.”

For more information about this project or assistance with economic or community development projects, please contact Green Hills Regional Planning Commission at 660-3595636.

The 2023 North Missouri Business Expo will be held on Tuesday, May 23 at the Cameron Regional YMCA, 1903 N. Walnut St. in Cameron. The cost to attend is $20 per person and includes lunch. More information and registration can be found online at www.ncmbf.org.

This day long event is designed for people who have an idea to start a new business or to help existing small businesses grow and expand. The Business Expo is coordinated by North Central Missouri Business Facilitation and this year in partnership with the Cameron Area Chamber of Commerce, Innovation Stockyard, and the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation.

NCMBF works with entrepreneurs in helping turn business ideas into reality and in helping small business owners to both solve business problems or to grow their business. All services provided by NCMBF are free and confidential.

The luncheon keynote will feature Seth Slayden, J.D. from Taylor, Siemens, Elliott, Creedy & Lyle P.C., who will discuss business considerations as a result of the legalization of recreational marijuana.

Breakout sessions at this year’s Expo will include:

• Social Medial Marketing, Miu Edlin, owner, Miuze Marketing

• Business Succession Planning, John Degen, owner,

Visioneers

• Legal Issues in Business, Joseph Gagnon, J.D., managing attorney, Gagnon Law Firm

• Financing Your Business (Panel), Mark Ayers, Retired Banker, The Hamilton Bank; Joseph Penning, Senior Loan Officer, Mo-Kan Regional Development, Inc.; Corinne Watts, Executive Director, Green Hills Regional Planning Commission

• Grants for Tech Businesses, Christine Zika, Venture Associate, Missouri Technology Corporation Contact Jackie Spainhower at 816-752-8662 or email facilitator.ncmbf@gmail.com with questions.

To the Great Constituents of District 2,

“The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.”

-G.K. Chesterton

G.K Chesterton’s quote has been with me this week as I continue to fight for the conservative agenda here in Jefferson City. This past week has been insane. From passing the budget, to trying to figure out what all is in the Christmas tree bills. It’s been interesting to see how many things get passed out of the Senate and House that would not be beneficial to Missouri, but get passed with very few no votes. (I was among the few no votes on some of the Christmas tree bills that seem to be okay on the outside until you read the fine print)

Here’s what happened this week:

The House and Senate have reached final agreement on a fiscally responsible state spending plan that provides record funding for K-12 education, makes major

investments in the state’s infrastructure, provides strong support for law enforcement and public safety, and boosts funding for state programs that serve the state’s most vulnerable citizens. Ahead of the constitutional deadline, lawmakers gave bipartisan support to the various budget bills that make up the Fiscal Year 2024 state operating budget.

The budget as it left the House in March appropriated approximately $45.6 billion. The Senate then added several additional spending items to bring the total price tag of the plan to roughly $49.9 billion. The final version approved by the two chambers cuts the Senate total by more than $1 billion to bring the total funding allocated in the budget to nearly $48.8 billion.

House Once Again Supports Tax Relief Package (SB 247)

As the Missouri General Assembly heads into the final week of the legislative session, House members have once again given their approval to a legislative package that would reduce the

tax burden on Missouri families and businesses. The House approved SB 247 with several changes that would reduce personal income tax, phase out corporate income tax, exempt social security benefits from taxation, and protect vehicle owners from excessive property tax assessments.

Final Approval and Sent to the Governor’s Desk: Show MO Act Approved to Attract Economic Activity to Missouri (SB 94)

SB 94 would establish tax credits for film projects starting at 20 percent of specified costs, with opportunities for additional credits as other criteria are met. Dubbed the “Show MO Act,” the House handler of the bill said the program is well thought out.

HB 131 allows the salaries of state employees to be paid in biweekly installments, as designated by the Commissioner of the Office of Administration. Supporters say the bill allows for flexibility in pay structure by state agencies which will be an incentive for workforce attraction. The bill is common sense and promotes fiscal responsibility, helping struggling state agencies and employees.

SCR 7 creates the America 250 Missouri Commission. The Commission's principal purpose shall be to plan, promote, and implement public celebrations and commemorations of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America.

SCR 8 designates Campbell, Missouri, as the Peach

Capital of Missouri. SB 24 creates the "Missouri First Responder Mental Health Initiative Act." The bill expands the voluntary caner benefits pool to allow other first responders, specifically emergency medical technician-basic, emergency medical technician-paramedic, and telecommunicators, to have access to benefits through the pool for exposure to a diagnosable trauma stress event, or diagnosable cumulative post-traumatic stress injury over the course of a career. The act creates new provisions relating to communications during peer support counseling programs for certain first responders. With certain exceptions, detailed in the act, a communication made by a first responder or peer support advisor in a peer support counseling session, as well as any oral or written information conveyed in the peer support counseling session, shall be confidential and shall not be disclosed by any per-

son participating in the peer support counseling session or released to any person or entity.

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

from the Laredo R-7 School District recently met with District 2 State Representative Mazzie Boyd in Jefferson City.

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

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

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

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

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

• Free Estimates.

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

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CLASSIFIEDS

PETS/ANIMALS

Shelly's Pet Care 660684-6864, 103 S. Locust St., Jamesport, MO 64648. Professional, Personalized Grooming. Appointments available Monday - Saturday. 35 Years of Experience! Serving the Green Hills Area since 1996!

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INSURANCE

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.

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

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

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Willing Workers 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 -------------------------------------www.republican-times.com

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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Half or whole beef for sale. Available soon. Sold by hanging weight, grain fed, long term fed. Also, bulk burger available. Call for details. 660-645-2269 or 660645-2316

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For Sale - John Deere riding mower. 48 inch cutting blade. Call John 816-5390339

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Hitchhiker 5th wheel trailer- 2008 Model 36 K LK RSB Champagne- Big Foot Leveling System- awningsbuilt-in vacuum- Storage slide out trays- Water manifold- King Bed with underneath storage- FireplaceWasher- Upgraded storage cabinets- too many other features to list. Comfortable for full-time living. Located in Osborn, MO $15,000 OBO. Roger McCartney 816-6752541 or 816-306-6850. Leave a message with your name and phone number

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For Sale - #258 Side delivery rake with dolly wheels. Ready to go. $3,600.00. Call 816-632-9823

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For Sale - 1982 #6060 Allis-Chalmers diesel tractor. No cab. 1,700 hours. $10,000.00. Call 816-6329823

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WEBSITES

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

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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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2 Apartments For LeaseAvailable in Hale MO. Utilities and appliances furnished. NO PETS. Background check required. 660-6452269 or 660-645-2316

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FARM NEEDS

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

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

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

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

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LOOKING FOR 2 HEALTHY SMALL CALVES AROUND 200# AND/OR 2 HEALTHY, BROKE, SMALL BREED HORSES THAT ARE GOOD WITH KIDS. CALL 816-916-2383

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NOTICES

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

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The annual Willis Chapel Cemetery board meeting will be held at 2:00pm Sunday May 21. 907 W 18th Street, Trenton.

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Green Hills Women's Shelter is seeking mowing bids for the Trenton Shelter. Please submit bids to awisler@ghwshelter.org or mail to PO Box 235, Trenton, MO 64683. Bids close May 12, 2023. GHWS reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to modify or change contractual requirements, or to accept any bid which it believes to be in its best interest.

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Lathrop Sew & Sews Annual Quilt Show is Saturday June 3rd. 9am to 4pm at Goppert Center. Contact Jennifer 913-522-8450 or Don 816-509-4061. Suggested $2 donation.

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RUMMAGE SALE

Garage sale. Friday, May 12 & Saturday, May 13, 8am to 5pm. 38469 E. 224th, Polo. Miller wirefeed welder, 10kw generator, plasma cutter, large A-frame, 66” Swisher trail mower, 7’ Landpride blade, 90” Woods finish mower, 25 gallon sprayer, garden tools, canning jars, electric wheelchair, Jesse James belt buckles, collectibles, misc.

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Garage Sale May 19 & 20, 8:30 - 5:30, 4215 E 10th St, Trenton, Hwy 6 across from Black Silo Winery, Bradley. Car seat; little girls clothes, various sizes; household and misc; lots of clean, quality items.

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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Be your own boss! Looking for a self-motivated individual to manage an agricultural chemical warehouse in Trenton. Ag background would be helpful. Please contact 785-741-4019

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Local agriculture supply company seeks motivated individual to fill mid management position. You will oversee production, inventory and order fulfillment for products supporting small farms. 660-973-4040

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Help Wanted - Yard and Property Helper. TRENTON AREA ---MUST HAVE OWN TRANSPORTATION. NEED HELP ON 70 ACRES OF PROPERTY. KUBOTA TRACTOR MOWING, ZERO TURN MOWER, TREE TRIMMING, PAINTING AND GENERAL WORK. ABOUT 10-15 HRS/WEEK. BEGINNING IMMEDIATELY. $15/HOUR. CALL 314-4125457

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North Central Missouri College is seeking part-time, temporary, summer maintenance workers. Work includes mowing, trimming, landscaping, painting, and basic repairs. Interested applicants should visit www.ncmissouri.edu/jobs for more information and how to apply or call 660-357-6203. NCMC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

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JOIN THE CURNOW AUTOMOTIVE TEAM!! If you are looking to change your life for the better, stop in and fill out an application! If you have experience in the Customer Service Industry or have Automotive Technical knowledge WE WANT YOU! We are currently looking for the following positions: Sales Professionals, Parts Manager, Parts Counterman, Detailers, Technicians. 800 E Baldwin St., Cameron, MO 64429 816-649-5291

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Burnside Trucking - Driver Needed. Hauling from elevator to elevator, CDL & Medical Card Required, Local Work. 816-294-3403, 816-592-8384

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For Proposal SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SERVICES

Request

The City of Laredo is soliciting proposals for waste disposal services for approximately 86 trash pickup sites that will need trash totes/bins/cans.

Sealed bids will be accepted until 5pm June 12th Bids will be open and read aloud at 5:30 June 12th at address below. Envelopes must be clearly marked “Waste disposal bids”, the outside envelope shall also list name and address of bidder. Bids are to be delivered to:

In person: City Hall/ City Clerk Tasha Ueltzen 213 E Main St Laredo, MO 64652

By Mail: City Hall Attn: Trash Bids PO Box 61 Laredo, MO 64652

The city has the right to reject any and all bids. If you have any questions or concerns about Request for Proposal, please contact Tasha Ueltzen at 660-2862632.

(5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1/23)

CLASSIFIEDS PUBLIC NOTICES

Because The People Must Know

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is given this 11th day of May 2023 that the Planning & Zoning will hold a public hearing on June 5, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1100 Main Street, for the purpose of hearing a request from the City of Trenton to review proposed amendments to the following zoning ordinances; Section 400.375 Building, Area and Yard Requirements for Residential Districts, Section 400.385 Building, Area and Yard Requirements for Business Districts, Section 400.392 Building, Area and Yard Requirements for Industrial Districts and Section 400.397 Building, Area and Yard Requirements for O-1 Open Space Districts.

Mrs. Jean Peace, Chairman

Mr. Michael Ormsby, Secretary (5/11/23)

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE

For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Smartbeltz, LLC, a Missouri limited liability company, dated July 27, 2021, recorded on August 3, 2021 as Document No. 21LR0974, in Book 681, Page 441, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Grundy County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at 12:30 PM at the West Front Door of the Grundy County Courthouse, 700 Main, in Trenton, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash:

All of Lots Five (5), Six (6), Seven (7) and Eight (8), in Block Three (3) in FIELD`S THIRD ADDITION to the City of Trenton, Grundy County, Missouri, to satisfy said debt and costs.

AT, Inc.

Successor Trustee

Gregory D. Todd, Vice President 816.221.3420 www.atllp.com (Smartbeltz, LLC, 85209-2, Publication Start: 05/11/2023 ) AT, INC., AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE, MAY BE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND IF ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION

Estate No. 23AG-PR00013

Extension Notes

by University of Missouri Extension

SLEEP, CREEP, LEAP

By: Kathi Mecham, Field Specialist in Horticulture, MU Extension

Every spring one of my favorite things to do is walk the gardens and see how the plants faired the winter weather. I wasn’t disappointed with what I found this year.

I am happy to say from my gardens in the Northwest region to across the state in West County St Louis native plants are thriving and blooming this season. I have written about some of these plants in the past and how to use them

in the landscape to attract pollinators.

Many of them were planted several years ago and when I walked around and saw the plant’s growth I was reminded of the saying, Sleep, Creep, Leap. Meaning the first year after planting, the plants sleep, the second year they creep and the third year they leap. I’m not sure where the adage originated but I have found it to be true and a lesson in patience that is rewarding.

The first year the plants may appear to be sleeping but they are active underground

building a strong deep root system, the second year there is more above ground growth maybe even a few blooms but the third year and beyond they tend to take off in abundance with strong stems and branches and more beautiful blooms. As gardeners we know every stage is required and enjoyable to watch from year to year.

Besides the obvious beauty and uniqueness native species offer, they are important to help support insects, birds, and other wildlife. All of them play a role in a healthy ecosystem. Once established native plants may require less water, pruning and over all maintenance. From a mighty oak to a small Virginia bluebell, they all are beneficial. If you don’t have space for a large tree, plant a small native tree, shrub, grass or perennial to attract birds, bees, butterflies and more to your yard.

For more information about planting native species to attract pollinators and other wildlife contact Kathi at mechamk@missouri.edu or call 660-542-1792.

RUSSELL LIVESTOCK MARKET

In the Estate of:

Freddie Eugene Zeiger, Deceased NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTED

To all persons interested in the Estate of Freddie Eugene Zeiger, Decedent:

On the 26th day of April 2023, (the Last Will of Decedent having been admitted to Probate) Diane Zeiger was appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Freddie Eugene Zeiger, Deceased, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri. The business address of the Personal Representative is 802 Monroe St., Trenton, Missouri 64683, and the attorney is Allan D. Seidel whose address and phone number are: 705 Main Street, Trenton, Missouri 64683; 660-3592293.

All creditors of the Decedent are notified to file claims in Court within six months from the date of first publication of this notice or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. This six-month period does not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent's death, as provided in Section 473.444, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo., shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent's liability insurance carrier through defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo.

******The Personal Representative may administer the estate independently, without adjudication, order, or direction of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless a petition for supervised administration is made to and granted by the Court.

Date of Decedent’s death was December 24, 2022

Date of first Publication is May 11, 2023

/s/ Violet Airey Clerk of the Probate Division Grundy County, Missouri

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

StocksRecap

Rolling coal

demand in 2021, when coal-fired power generation increased for the first time since 2014, the EIA said. Some electricity providers turned to coal in 2021 due to high natural gas prices as the economy recovered from the pandemic and electricity use increased. Then those

gas prices pushed even higher after Russia’s

Ukraine As a result there was less coal for power plants to draw from in 2022, so U.S. coal mines ramped up production to replenish power plants’ stockpiles, the EIA said. Coal use had also increased from 2020 to 2021.

Coal shipments to the electric power sector

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For Better or For Worse® by Lynn Johnson

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The Born Loser® by Art and Chip Sansom

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Grand River Conference Track and Field Conference Meet.

The Grand River Conference Schools had their last track meet as a 16 school conference at Albany last week. The placings for the schools are as follows:

Teams (Girls):

1st South Harrison (121)

2nd Putnam County (114.50)

3rd Princeton (66.50)

4th Maysville (63)

5th Gallatin (52)

6th Pattonsburg (49)

7th Worth County (45)

8th Trenton (41)

9th St. Joe Christian (40)

10th North Andrew (37)

11th Albany (29)

12th Polo (27)

13th Stanberry (17)

14th King City (16)

SPORTS

Conference and District Track and Field Results

15th North Harrison (1)

16th Milan (0) Teams (Boys):

1st Putnam County (121)

2nd Worth County (74)

3rd Milan (67)

4th Polo (64)

5th Albany (61)

6th Princeton (57)

7th Trenton (52)

8th King City (46)

9th Maysville (43)

10th North Andrew (42)

11th Stanberry (36)

11th South Harrison

(36)

13th North Harrison (13)

14th Gallatin (12)

15th St. Joe Christian

(2)

16th Pattonsburg (0)

Results for the local schools: Trenton(Girls)

Tymber Cooksey –

5th 800m run (2:55.89), 7th 1600m run (6:31.74)

Ava Simpson – 2nd 1600m run (12:58.69), 2nd 3200m run (12:58.69)

Kylee Corwin – 8th 300m hurdles (57.72)

Kaegen Croy – 10th high jump (4-03.25)

Avery Clark – 6th javelin (94-03.50)

Jacey Hudson – 5th shot put (30-02.50)

Relay teams (girls) –4th 4x400m relay (4:45.46), 3rd 4x800m relay (11:10.65) (Boys)

Andrew Huffstutter –1st 800m run (2:11.73)

Isaac Bonta – 6th 800m run (2:21.68)

Silas Spencer – 10th 300m hurdles (54.14)

Gabe Stark – 8th triple jump (34-07.00)

Dylan Spencer – 2nd discus (134-03.50), 3rd shot put (40-01.00)

Relay teams (boys) –

7th 4x100m relay (49.65), 7th 4x200m relay (1:43.80), 2nd 4x400m relay (3:53.57), 2nd 4x800m relay (9:20.24)

Gallatin(Girls)

Annabelle Ball – 2nd 100m run (13.02), 2nd 200m run (27.00), 4th high jump (4-09.00)

Lyndsey King – 4th pole vault (7-06.25)

Kaylen Sterneker –7th javelin (89-08.50)

Ashley Feiden – 2nd 800m run (2:40.67)

Alex Endicott – 6th 800m run (2:56.33)

Elle Copple – 6th 1600m run (6:29.84)

Relay team (girls) –1st 4x800m relay (10:51.20)

(Boys)

Pryce Johnson – 7th 3200m run (12:32.64)

Sullivan Bird – 5th pole vault (9-06.25)

Magnum Fenimore –5th discus (116-00.50)

run (12.08), 4th 200m run (24.56), 1st high jump (600.00)

Andrew Rhoades – 1st 200m run (23.09), 1st 400m run (51.44), 1st pole vault (10-11.75), 4th javelin (139-08.00)

Relay teams (boys) –4th 4x100m relay (48.95)

NewtownHarris/Grundy County: Class 1 District 4.

Newtown-Harris Boys were the District Champions as a team with a total

Jaden Wilson – 7th javelin (125-09.50)

Princeton(Girls)

Neveah Brizendine –5th 3200m run (16:21.28)

Danielle Bears – 4th 100m hurdles (17.57), 5th 300m hurdles (55.10), 5th pole vault (7-00.75)

Faith Siemer – 5th 100m hurdles (17.67), 6th 300m hurdles (55.39)

Kara Winsett – 6th high jump (4-07.00)

Randa Shahan – 9th high jump (4-03.25)

Addi Henke – 5th long jump (14-02.50)

Grace Kelly – 8th triple jump (29-00.00)

Alyvia Enright – 9th triple jump (27-09.75)

Megan Spencer –2nd javelin (11906.75), 2nd discus (103-01.00)

Makenzie Dunkin –8th discus (89-04.50)

of 134.50 points.

Molly Milazzo – 1st

800m run (2:34.38), 1st

1600m run (5:57.66)

Adysan Rains – 4th javelin (97-04.00)

Relay teams – 2nd

4x400m relay (4:32.92)

Zachary Cross – 3rd

200m run (23.98), 2nd

110m hurdles (15.92), 2nd

300m hurdles (42.94)

Hunter Miller – 3rd

400m run (53.86), 2nd long jump (19-05.25), 2nd triple jump (39-10.50)

Cheyenne Dinsmore – 6th shot put (2904.75)

Starla Bass – 8th shot put (27-09.75)

Relay teams (girls) –3rd 4x100m relay (55.69), 4th 4x200m relay (1:58.01), 6th 4x400m relay (4:52.68) (Boys)

Talan Holt – 5th 100m run (11.43), 6th 200m run (24.07), 2nd high jump (6-02.75)

Andrew Rhoades –2nd 200m run (22.76), 1st 400m run (52.95), 2nd pole vault (1305.50)

Kelby Thomas – 6th long jump (16-09.50)

Tyler Coffman – 6th javelin (131-00.00)

Relay teams (boys) –8th 4x100m relay (50.26), 6th 4x200m relay (1:42.65), 3rd 4x400m relay (4:00.09)

Payton Miller – 4th 400m run (54.56), 3rd 800m run (2:18.46)

Gauge MacGregor – 1st 800m run (2:13.68), 1st 1600m run (4:49.79), 1st 3200m run (11:15.66)

Brian Peterson – 3rd 110m hurdles (17.37), 3rd 300m hurdles (45.05), 4th high jump (5-08.00)

Relay teams – 2nd 4x400m relay (3:38.43), 2nd 4x800m relay (9:22.37)

District Tournament Meets.

The following Class 1 and Class 2 districts competed in the district meets this past weekend. Only the top four in each event get to move on to the sectional track meet. The following athletes will be moving on to the sectional meets.

Gallatin: Class 2 District 8.

Annabelle Ball – 3rd 100m run (13.01)

Ashley Feiden – 4th

800m run (2:32.56)

Princeton: Class 1 Dirstrict 4.

The Princeton Lady Tigers secured the District Champion title as a team with 131.50 points.

Danielle Bears – 4th 100m hurdles (17.98), 4th

300m hurdles (54.00), 1st pole vault (6-00.00)

Faith Siemer – 3rd 100m hurdles (17.95)

Addi Henke – 2nd long jump (15-02.00)

Kadence Powers – 3rd long jump (14-03.00)

Grace Kelly – 2nd triple jump (31-01.00)

Alyvia Enright – 3rd triple jump (29-10.25)

Megan Spencer – 1st discus (103-06.00), 1st javelin (122-03.00)

Makenzie Dunkin – 3rd discus (87-06.00)

Starla Bass – 4th discus (28-05.75)

Relay teams (girls) – 1st 4x100m relay (53.70), 1st 4x200m relay (1:54.71), 3rd 4x400m relay (4:35.34)

Talan Holt – 4th 100m

Photo Provided by Terri Kelly

DISTRICT CHAMPIONS - The Princeton Lady Tigers were District Champions this past weekened during the Class 1 District 4 tournament meet. This is their third year in a row of holding the title of district champions.

Photo Provided by Newtown-Harris School 1ST TIME DISTRICT CHAMPIONS - The Newtown-Harris Boy’s track team brought home the school’s first ever District Championship this past weekend during the Class 1 District 4 Tournament meet.

Teams Prepare for Districts

Golf

The local Golf teams participated in the Disrtict Golf meet this past week.

The Trenton Bulldogs will be sending two individuals who placed in the top 20 as idividuals to the state tournament.

9th Kiefer Tolson

16th Riley Gott

The Gallatin Bulldogs will be competing at state as a

team of 5. The team took the district championship title by force having all five of their team members placed in the top 20 individuals for Class 1.

1st Jack Donavan

4th Isaac Bird

10th Payton Feiden

10th Logan Bottcher

19th Connor Mi-

chael.

The State Tournament for Class 1 will be at the Country Club of Missouri in Columbia on May 15-16 for the Gallatin boys.

The Trenton boys will be playing at Rivercut Golf Course in Springfield on May 1516th.

Baseball

Trenton:

5/4 Win over North Andrew (13-3)

5/8 Loss to Tri-County/Gallatin (0-10)

Tri-County/Gallatin:

5/9 win over Newtown-Harris/Grundy County (10-5)

Princeton:

5/4 loss to St. Joe Christian (2-6)

5/9 loss to Brookfield (4-5)

Baseball District Tournaments will begin this weekend.

The Class 3 District 16 Tournament will be taking place in Trenton the 13th17th. Trenton has taken the fourth seed and will be up against the fifth seeded South Harrison. Other teams in the district include seeded first Mid-Buchanan, second Tri-County/Gallatin, and the third seeded Brookfiled. Saturday’s game begins at 10 am for the Trenton Bulldogs. And the Tri-County/Gallatin vs Brookfield game on Monday will begin at 6 pm.

Newtown-Harris/Grundy

District Results for indvidual and teams

County and Princeton teams will be in the Class 1 District 14 Tournamet with four other teams. The tournament will take place at Green City. The teams are seeded as follows:

1. Green City

2. Princeton

3. Meadville

4. Linn County

5.Newtown-Harris/ Grundy County

6. Novinger

The first game will be Linn County vs NewtownHarris/Grundy County on the 12th at 5 pm. Princeton will take on the winner of the Meadville vs Novinger game on the 15th.

Track and Field

5/13 Class 3 District 8 Tournament

5/13 Class 2 Sectionals 4

5/13

5/19-20 Class 1&2 State Tournament @ Jeff City

5/26-27 Class 3-5 State Tournament

@ Jeff City

Photo Provided by Gallatin School District STATE BOUND! - The Gallatin Bulldog’s Golf Team will be headed to state as a team this year. (from left) Isaac Bird, Logan Bottcher, Connor Michael, Jack Donavan, and Payton Feiden all placed in the top 20 individuals and brought home the District Championship title.