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Trenton High School Celebrates 2023 Graduates

On Saturday, May 13, 2023, Trenton R-IX High School celebrated 69 graduating seniors at the C.F. Russell Stadium. Graduates included Jocelyn Rose Archuleta, Gabby Jay Cook Barrer, Maurissa Jane Bonta, Michael Davis Bowers, Derrick Blain Brown, Dagan Loch Burkeybile, Connor Am-

brose Campbell, Summer Michelle

Ceradsky, Gavin Todd Chambers, Peyton Robert Chambers, Brayden

Allan Clause, Grayson Kate Coon, Eliana Corinne Cowling, Bayleigh

Ann Dixson, Creed Wayne Dodson, Ian Graham Elbert, Tyson Lane Ellis, Makenzee Michelle Epperson, Ivy

Elaine Foster, Gabriel Ray Gamble, Hannah Grace Gaunt, Kelsey Dawn

Gibler, Samuel Royce Gibson, Mi-

kensy Jean Golden, Coleman Dean

Griffin, Chloie Hope Hall, Justin Lee

Hall, Frank Anthony Halstead, Makayla Gail Hamilton, Chase Kay

Henricks, Gracie Elizabeth Hessenflow, Cole Allen-Lee Hicks, Andrew Robert Huffstutter, Levi Norman

Johnson, Gaven Wayne Kelsall, Timothy Shane Kempton, Brett Kiley

Jo Kennedy, Jessika Lynn Kennedy, Courtney Michelle Kenyon, Faith

Lynn Lee, Lydia Joy Leininger, Katie Marie Little, Serenity Dawn Marsh,

Hunter David McAtee, Krysta Dawn McCullough, Zoie Rayne McGowan, Bo Robert Meeker, Toni Nicole Orndorff, Tucker Clay Otto, William Edward Owens, Brody Dean Polk, Juliet Gayle Schmadeke, Mercy Annalise Schweizer, Haley Alexis Shultz, Ava Claire Simpson, Dylan Wilson Smith, Nicholas Lee Smith, Landon Alcide Spears, Dylan Alexander Spencer, Kaylynn Renee Stanton, KayLeigh Ann Streett, Savannah Jo Triplet, Trent Gabriel Alicante Villacampa, Jillian Elizabeth Voorhies, Carly Danielle Watkins, Noah Scott Wecker, Ali Madeline Westcott, Kiah Skye White

and Maxwell J. Wilson.

Of those graduating, ten earned recognition as honor graduates, including Eliana Cowling, Makenzee Epperson, Kelsey Gibler, Lydia Leininger, Tucker Otto, Juliet Schmadeke, Dylan Spencer, Savannah Triplet, Noah Wecker and Ali Westcott. Honor graduate requirements included having a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher, a 22 composite score on the ACT or higher, successfully completing at least 2.5 units of weighted credits and a minimum of 95 percent attendance. The 2023 graduating

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Transforming Lives, Empowering People Kick-Off Celebrates Public Phase of Campaign

Over 100 people attended the North Central Missouri College Foundation’s Transforming Lives, Empowering People major gifts campaign kick-off event held Wednesdsay, May 10 on the NCMC campus in front of E.D. Geyer Hall.

NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver welcomed guests and thanked the Campaign Executive Committee for their hard work. Dr. Klaver also recognized the support of the Board of Trustees and the Foundation Board. In addition, he shared the timeline for the construction of the student center; architectural plans will be completed soon, with the bidding process beginning mid-summer, groundbreaking this fall to be completed by the summer of 2025. The artist’s rendering and floor plan was displayed in

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Grundy R-V High School Holds Graduation Ceremonies

Grundy R-V High School held their graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 14 at 2 p.m. Cole Peterson was named Valedictorian and the Salutatorian was Skylar Bonnett.

All graduates received certificates of recognition from the Missouri House of Representatives signed by Representative Mazzie Boyd and Representative Danny Busick and the U.S. House of Representatives signed by Congressman Sam Graves.

Individual awards and honors, along with the future plans of each student include:

Skylar Bonnett plans to attend North Central Missouri College and obtain her associates degree, then transfer to a four-year university to obtain her degree in Sports Medicine. She completed the Upward Bound program through North Central Missouri

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Forty-Three Receive Diplomas During GHS Ceremonies

On Friday, May 12, Gallatin High School celebrated the class of 2023 and all of their achievements from the last four years. The commencement ceremony consisted of 43 Gallatin High School seniors. The graduation ceremony began with the seniors parading down the center of the gym for all their guests to see. Once seated Super-

intendent, Dr. Justin Collins, introduced the speaker the class voted on. Former Gallatin English teacher, and current NCMC English teacher, Mr. Stephen Williamson shared some of his

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Valedictorian Tucker Otto Salutatorian Lyda Leininger

Valedictorian Cole Peterson

Salutatorian Skylar Bonnett

Photo Courtesy of North Central Missouri College

Dr. Neil and Susanne Nuttall (left) and Dr. Albert and Carol Cross were present at the “Transforming Lives, Empowering People” kick-off event that was held Wednesday, May 10 on the NCMC campus. The new student center, which is being funded by the Transforming Lives, Empowering People major gifts campaign and expected to be completed in 2025, will be named for the Nuttalls.

Photo Courtesy of North Central Missouri College

Pictured is a rendering of what the new Dr. Neil and Susanne Nuttall Student Center will look like upon completion.

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Photo/Libby Endicott Ella Bradford (left) was named Valedictorian of the Gallatin High School Class of 2023. Salutatorian is Elle Copple.

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class Valedictorian is Tucker Otto and the Salutatorian is Lydia Leininger. Providing remarks to their class, Lydia Leininger performed a song titled “Rivers and Roads” with senior classmates Maurissa Bonta, Connor Campbell, Gabe Gamble and Trent Villacampa. The song was a dedication to the memories made and the hopes to see each other again.

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College and also completed the A+ program. She received the DAR Good Citizen award, the Dekalb award, the Everett & Hazel Frey Memorial Scholarship, the Galt Lion’s Club Scholarship, the Trenton Coca-Cola Scholarship, Lainie Lewis Memorial Scholarship, the FFA Alumni Scholarship, the Grundy R-V Alumni Scholarship, the Pebble Horn

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fondest memories of the class when he taught them and a few life lessons for the future. He wanted to make sure his former students understood “today marks an end and a beginning” and that for the rest of their lives “you will get out of it what you put into it.” After Mr. Williamson’s speech, high school principal, Mr. Brent Burke, announced a few special awards and honors.

There was a total of seven students who were a part of the National Honor Society: Peyton Johnson, Elle Copple, Kaydence Clevenger, Evelyn Baldwin, Hadley Jumps and Brett Hemry. Twenty-two students completed the standards for the Missouri A+ Schools Program and had a 2.5 GPA, 95 percent attendance rate all four years of High School, 50 hours of tutoring or mentoring, and good citizenship status: Ethan Adkison, Ashtyn Allen, Colt Baker, Evelyn Baldwin, Isaac Bird, Logan Bottcher, Ella Bradford, Christin Burns, Kaydence Clevenger, Elle Copple, Lane Dowell, Payton Feiden, Makenna Glidewell, Brett Hemry, Peyton Johnson, Hadley Jumps, Adiline Pratt, Addison Pratt, Layton Shubert, Durk Stout and Presley Wells. Ten students graduated with the Gallatin College Preparatory Certificate keeping a 3.0 GPA in all core classes and had an

Valedictorian Tucker

Otto spoke about being kind and enjoying the passage of time. Tucker said in his remarks, “Be kind. The world is already full of hate and tragedy, and you will never truly understand someone, what they are thinking, or what they are going through, and a kind interaction towards them goes a lot farther than you may think. Actions of kindness will make your life easier.”

Presenting diplomas were Trenton High School

Scholarship, the Carolyn Whitney Scholarship, the Amanda Fordyce Scholarship and the D. Lee Cloyed Scholarship Gift.

Cole Peterson plans to attend Missouri University of Science and Technology to earn a degree in Computer Science. He completed the A+ program and received the Galt Lion’s Club Scholarship, the Lainie Lewis Memorial Scholarship, the Groundbreaker Scholarship and the Kummer Vanguard Schol-

ACT score of at least 21. Ten Students graduated with the Gallatin High School Honors Program Certificate and had a cumulative grade point average of 3.5, an ACT minimum of 21, and had met all the A+ requirements. Gallatin High School had four students finish Grand River Technical School vocational programs: Garrett Dungy, Tisha Hibler, Colin Schlaiss and Tyler Tustison. And the final group of awards given to the class where the President’s awards. The President’s Silver Award for Educational Achievement was awarded those who had at least a GPA of 3.0 and showed outstanding educational growth or commitment in their academic subjects: Lane Dowell, Emma Harper, Neveah Ripple, Isaac Bird, Hannah Loubey, Tisha Hibler, Madison Moulton, Gabe Parker, Draven Wright, Tyler Tustison, Colt Baker, Whitney Dutro, Levi Thompson, Tyler Tustison and Christin Burns. The President’s Gold Award for Educational Excellence was awarded to the students who had a GPA minimum of 3.5, had an 85 percent on a recent academic achievement test, and had 12 credits in the “New Basics” defined by the Department of Education: Ella Bradford, Elle Copple, Makenna Glidewell, Peyton Johnson, Presley Wells, Hadley Jumps, Payton Feiden, Gabe Hacking, Ashtyn Allen, Adison Pratt, Brett

Principal Chris Hodge, Superintendent of Schools Daniel Gott and Board of Education President Brandon Gibler. THS faculty and senior class selected Tyler Busick and Jackie Price to be honored during the graduation ceremony. Busick and Price were chosen to be the first to congratulate the graduates after they received their diplomas. The THS Concert Band played “Rippling Watercolors”, “Remember Me”, “Pomp and Circum-

arship.

Aidan Rains plans to attend North Central Missouri College and then complete the Graceland Program. He completed the A+ program, received the Lainie Lewis Memorial Scholarship, the Everett & Hazel Frey Memorial Scholarship, the Trenton Coca-Cola Scholarship, the FFA Alumni Scholarship, the Velda Kincaid Scholarship, the Grand River Mutual Scholarship and the Tower Scholarship from

Hemry, Evelyn Baldwin, Haliegh Stanhope, Adiline Pratt, Layton Shubert, Logan Bottcher, Ethan Adkison, Durk Stout, Kaydence Clevenger and Colin Schlaiss.

Individual Awards were also handed to a few respectable students. First, a group of awards voted on by the class members as well as GHS staff were presented: The Patriotism award - Kaydence Clevenger, the Service awardPeyton Johnson, the Outstanding Leadership Award

- Ella Bradford, the Citizenship Award - Ethan Adkison, the Achievement Award - Hadley Jumps, the Principal Award, given to one senior female and one senior male - (female) Elle Copple and (male) Brett Hemry, and the MSHSAA athlete award, given to one female senior athlete and one male senior athlete(female) Presley Wells, (male) Isaac Bird. After those individual awards the Valedictorian and Salutatorian were announced. With a GPA of 4.057 Elle Copple was the Salutatorian, and with a GPA of 4.063 Ella Bradford was the Valedictorian.

The Ceremony ended with the students walking across the stage to receive their diplomas and with some ending words from class president Elle Copple. She relayed the message of their past journeys and how it helped get them to where they are today. It took them all working together and making sure “no one got

stance”, “Star Spangled Banner”, the THS Alma Mater, and “Proud Heritage” during the graduation ceremonies. THS Gold Rush also performed “Hey Brother”. The 2023 class motto is “Remember the rewards of today, the promises of tomorrow, and never forget yesterday, the memories of the past.” -Unknown. Graduation ended with the seniors and THS band leading in the Alma Mater and a celebratory hat toss.

Northwest Missouri State University.

Ashton Snider plans to enter the military upon graduation.

Dusty Wilson plans to work on a local farm as a general farm hand and eventually begin a tow truck and lawn mowing business. He obtained certificates for supporting the Backpack Buddies Program, as well as completing the Career Independence I & II programs at Grand River Technical School.

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Geyer Hall and Cross Hall for the public to view. Dr. Klaver also thanked Dr. Albert and Carol Cross for their gift for the student center to be named Dr. Neil & Susanne Nuttall Student Center. The naming announcement was shared with a confetti cannon celebration.

Dr. Neil and Susanne Nuttall were in attendance for the celebration. Dr. Nuttall expressed his thanks and gratitude to Dr. and Mrs. Cross for making the naming of the student center in their honor possible. Dr. Nuttall shared about his time at NCMC and how Susanne was with him and shared the successes and relationships built in the community.

NCMC Foundation

President Allan Seidel announced that the campaign goal is to raise $9.9 million and that to date, $7.7 million has been raised. He thanked those generous investors for their support. Mr. Seidel asked everyone to consider investing to help reach the $2.2 million still needed to reach the campaign goal. He also shared that an anonymous donor would match up to $125,000 in pledges and gifts for the student center.

NCMC Foundation Executive Director Alicia Endicott closed the event by inviting everyone to tour campus, get some ice cream or a water bottle, and contact her for any questions about the campaign.

Cap’n Patch the Pirate was also in attendance to greet guests, and music was provided by Amy Guthrie, NCMC English Instructor.

left behind” when one was struggling. Her final words were “Congratulations class of 2023 - we did it!”

The class of 2023 has accomplished many things. Among them are several athletes, artists, and organization members. They will be moving on to their next adventures whether it be college, tech school, or straight to work. Guidance Counciler, Carrie Crouse, is proud to announce that the class of 2023 as a group have obtained around $356,000 in scholarship funds. Many of the Scholarships come from local businesses and donors, while others come from individual institutions. The Graduating class has officially finished their High School chapter and will look forward to what is next.

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Receiving the MSHSAA athlete award during graduation ceremonies at Gallatin High School were Presley Wells (left) and Isaac Bird.

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During graduation ceremonies at Gallatin High School on Friday, May 12, seven students received individual awards voted on by class members and staff. Receiving the honor were, from left, Ella Bradford, Outstanding Leadership Award; Kaydence Clevenger, Patriotism Award; Hadley Jumps, Achievement Award; Elle Copple, Principle Award; Brett Hemry, Principal Award; Peyton Johnson, Service Award; and Ethan Adkison, Citizenship Award.

Monday-BBQ riblet on bun, diced tomatoes, broccoli w/cheese sauce, raspberries, chocolate chip cookie.

Tuesday-Swiss steak w/peppers & onions, steamed rice, cinnamon applesauce, whole wheat bread.

Wednesday-Tuna noodle casserole, peas, carrots, tropical fuit, garlic breadstick.

Thursday-Oven fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, rosy pears, biscuit.

Friday-Beef hot dog on bun, potato sticks, spinach salad, cantalope, Jello cake. (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.)

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BRIEFS Spickard Special Road District

The Spickard Special Road District Board met on Wednesday, May 10 at 7 p.m. at the Spickard Fire Station. During the meeting, the minutes from the previous meeting were accepted. The agenda included equipment, rock, tubes, and elections. Tyler Etter made a motion that property be added to new business. The motion passed unanimously.

The board accepted the treasurer’s report and agreed to pay bills of $3,143.07 for rock and $499.05 for a tire.

The next meeting of the Spickard Special Road District is set for Wednesday, June 14 at 7 p.m. at the Spickard Fire Station.

Law Enforcement Lunch

A Lunch with Law Enforcement event will take place at the North 65 Center at 11 a.m. today (Thursday, May 18). The public is invited to come and discuss issues of concern or ask quesitons of local law enforcment.

Humphreys Alumni Banquet

The Humphreys Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday, May 27 from 1-3 p.m. at the Humphreys Community Building. All former students, friends and former teachers are welcome to attend. Those who plan to attend are asked to bring your favorite finger food. Drinks and table service will be provided.

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.

MSBA Seeks Approval for a “Bee Friendly” License Plate

Smithville, MO - The Missouri State Beekeepers Association (MSBA) is seeking to promote awareness and support for the declining bee population in the state of Missouri by introducing a "Bee Friendly" license plate. The organization hopes to get approval from the Missouri Legislature to begin production and distribution of the license plates to residents throughout the state.

According to the MSBA, bees play a crucial role in pollination, a process necessary for the growth of many of the foods we eat. However, the bee population has been declining in recent years due to factors such as pesticide use and habitat loss.

The “Bee Friendly” Missouri license plate is designed to raise awareness of the importance of bees and encourage the planting of pollinator-friendly gardens.

In order to get the “Bee Friendly” Missouri license plate approved by the Mis-

souri Legislature, the MSBA is calling on interested individuals to sign up for the license plate. The organization needs at least 200 people to show interest in purchasing the license plate to move forward with production.

“This is an opportunity for Missouri residents to make a tangible contribution to the health of the bee population in our state,” said MSBA President Michael Brown. “We encourage everyone who cares about the environment and the food we eat to sign up for a 'Bee Friendly' license plate and help spread awareness of the importance of bees.”

Individuals interested in supporting the "Bee Friendly" license plate can visit the MSBA website at http://mobees.org/beefriendly to sign up. The MSBA is also encouraging residents to contact their local representatives and urge them to support the legislation.

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On Saturday, May 13, the U.S. Postal Service in Trenton held a food drive to benefit the Grundy County Food Pantry. Over 2,580 pounds of food was collected by postal carriers.

Area School Boards Approve Bids, New Hires

The Grundy R-V, Laredo RVII and Princeton R-V recently met, where bids for fuel, propane, dairy and groceries were discussed along with personnel matters.

Grundy R-V

The regular meeting of the Grundy R-V Board of Education was held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 10.

In old business, the board opened bids for diesel fuel, propane, milk and grocery items. MFA made the lone bid for diesel at $2.73/gallon and for propane at $1.55/gallon. There was one bid Prairie Farms for milk: 1 percent Chocolate milk at $0.36 per half pint, 1 percent white milk at $0.32 per half pint and skim milk at $0.31 per half pint. Galt Grocery made the lone bid for grocery items. All bids were accepted for the 2023-24 school year.

The board approved a bid from Gastineau electric for completion of the air conditioning project in the elementary school at a cost of $37,711.

The board also heard an update on renovation of the tornado shelter at the school.

In new business, the board approved the bus maintenance agreement with the Princeton School District for $12,600. The Princeton District will provide maintenance of all buses for the R-V District.

The board approved the updates to the district CSIP plan.

The board approved the plan to move the time for district students to attend the Grand River Technical School to the afternoon session. This change will occur

during the 2023-24 school year.

The board heard a legislative update, with no action taken.

The board heard a report on the Career Ladder program. The administration was directed to gather more information.

Reports were presented by elementary and secondary principals.

After a closed session, the board approved the resignations of Cindy Collins as part-time social worker and bus driver Meredith Burnham.

The board approved the hiring of Haley Hanes as fourth grade teacher and Jessica Boren as parttime middle school math teacher and part-time MTSS paraprofessional for the 2023-24 school year.

Multiple contracts for extra duty assignments for the 2023-24 school year were also approved by the board.

The next regularly scheduled board meeting will be held Wednesday, June 14 at 6:00 p.m. in the high school business room. The end of fiscal year special board meeting will be held Wednesday, June 28 at 6:00 p.m. in the high school business room.

Laredo R-VII

The Laredo R-VII Board of Education met in regular session on Wednesday, May 10 at 6 p.m. The agenda, bills and the previous meeting’s minutes were all approved.

In old business, the board heard a report on building improvements. Evolution Spray foam spray has been used on the roof deck and gable ends over the music room and stage area. The board discussed transportation

and a USDA grant and approved MSBA dues of $1,351.

Under new business, it was decided to advertise for bid requests for milk, propane and fuel for the 2023-24 school year.

Extra duty contracts for basketball, cheerleading, track assistant coach and I-Ready were approved, as well as contracted employees for band and nurse. Contracted services for OT, speech and PT were approved. It was agreed to offer career ladder in all three stages for the 2023-24 school year.

The budget and CSIP/MSIP6 were discussed, along with a review of the Safe Return to InPerson Instruction and Continuity of Service Plan.

During a closed session, the board accepted the resignation of Kylie Littleton as music teacher and agreed to offer Rachel Lorenz-Walton the music position for the 2023-24 school year. It was also decided to offer bus contracts.

The next regular board meeting will be Monday, June 12 at 6 p.m. The end of fiscal year special board meeting will be held Tuesday, June 27.

Princeton R-V

The Princeton R-V Board of Education held their regular monthly meeting on Monday, May 8. The board approved the minutes of the April 10 meeting and the April 25 meeting, along with the payment of all bills and any necessary fund transfers.

It was announced the last day of school will be Friday, May 19 with an early out at 12:30 p.m.

Three concerned citizens spoke during the public comment

portion of the meeting. Board Policy 0412 states that citizens are encouraged to work through problems at the building level before coming to the board. However, the policy also provides for a period of time for public comments at all regular board meetings, during which remarks may be limited to three minutes and one appearance per participant. During the meeting, the three individuals asked questions about board procedures, the definition of a quorum, interpretation of board policies and made a recommendation to adjust board policies. Also, there was question directed to a board member regarding his previous no vote, since the individual board member had seconded the motion in a previous vote regarding facility-naming rights. The board appreciates community feedback and has assigned district administration to follow up with each individual for further clarifications. Questions directed to the board may not always be answered immediately, but all questions will be responded to by an appropriate person as soon as possible. The Board is committed to transparency and open communication and values the input of all stakeholders.

In old business, no action was taken on health insuance premiums. Renewal information was not complete at the time of the board meeting. It will be added to the June meeting agenda.

The school board reviewed a draft policy and procedure that would evaluate naming rights of school district facilities. The

board will continue to work towards a solution and adoption of a plan and procedure regarding naming of facilities.

In new business, the board approved the school’s participation in the Career Ladder Program for 2023-2024. The Career Ladder Program supports salary supplements for teaching staff to provide compensation for additional responsibilities and voluntary efforts that are not already compensated in some form. The career advancement program is a matching fund program. Up to 60 percent of the additional salary supplement shall come from state grant funds, and the remaining amount, not less than 40 percent and any related benefit costs, comes from local revenue sources. This grant is subject to appropriation on an annual basis.

The board approved First Interstate Bank for a one year contract for bank depository services.

During closed session, the board

• approved the hiring of JH/HS Principal Dana Seymour with a two year Contract.

• approved all non-certified staff for the 23-24 School Year.

• approved Mike Schmidli as head high school softball coach and part-time AD.

• approved Derek Power as the junior high girls basketball coach.

The next regular meeting of the Princeton R-V Board of Education will be Monday, June 12 at 5:30 p.m. A special board meeting regarding the budget is scheduled for Tuesday, June 27 at 5:30 p.m.

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Trenton Job Center is Program at P.E.O. Chapter AD Meeting

P.E.O. Chapter AD met on Thursday, May 4 at 1 pm at Hodge Presbyterian Church. Sarah Siebenborn, hostess, provided a refreshing summertime dessert of pound cake covered with blueberries, strawberries, and cream. Prior to the business meeting, Cathy Scott, program director of the Trenton Job Center, gave a presentation on the services provided by the center.

Bev Bosley, from the history committee, shared with members ledger entries from Chapter AD’s early years. She read that

money was collected for the World’s Fair Fund and noted that spoons were given to the newborns of members. Her report was an interesting and insightful glimpse into the past.

Chapter AD discussed its support of the Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library’s Summer Reading Program that will begin on May 20th.

The next meeting of Chapter AD will be held on Thursday, June 1 at 1 pm at The Space with Jackie Hoffman as hostess and Marjorie Keuhn, program leader.

Dorothy Taul hostessed an oldfashioned tea party at her home for 12 members of the the Grand River Garden Club on Monday, May 15. A light lunch was prepared by Ms. Taul and Linda Lamp. Most members brought their own tea cup and talked about its origin and how they came to have it. Members also brought a picture of their mother and talked about her education, marriage, trials of her time period and life.

Vice president Dianna Hoppe presided over the meeting. Laura Ewing gave the treasurer’s report, which was accepted. She reported the club bought four knock out roses to replace dead ones around the Civil War statue at the courthouse, plus mulch. It was noted the cost for knock out roses was less than for the hostas and tickseed

Carol Wilford Charles and Vickie Bowe attended the annual Laredo Alumni Open House on Saturday, May 6. On Sunday, May 7, they went to Sunnyview Nursing Home to visit Vickie’s mother, Jean Hughes. Jackie Owens enjoyed visiting with Dorothy Doyle of Lee’s Summit at the Laredo Alumni Open house. Visitors in the home of Betty Gardner on Saturday, May 6, were her daughters, Jan Hoke of Independence and Connie Miller of Parkville. Dustin Cox of Trenton also came by that day. On Sunday, May 7, Bonnie Peterie of Trenton came to visit Betty. Carol Wilford visited Betty in the afternoon on Monday, May 8.

the club talked about purchasing last month and hopefully heartier. Red tulips around the Civil War statue will be replenished in the fall. Since Barnes Greenhouse offered the club a discount on the knock out roses, Ms. Taul will send them a thank you note.

The plant sale at the Leisure Lake garage sale in April was successful.

The secretary’s report was given by Karalyn Thompson and accepted.

Mrs. Thompson reported on a possible tour of the Hollingsworth peony farm near Maryville. The farm has been closed to visitors since Covid19, but the owners planted over 100 varieties of peonies in 2022 at the Conception Abbey at Conception which can be toured. She recommended waiting on that tour until the peonies have been established

Laredo News

A catered retirement dinner was held for Pastor Deryl Niffin following the morning worship service at the Laredo Baptist Church on Sunday, May 7. A clock was presented to Bro. Deryl and Linda for their 17 years of service at the church. Among those attending, were their son, Scotty Niffin of Pleasant Hill; their granddaughter, Ashlynn Kay Briggs and her husband, Collin of Eagleville; and their daughter, Tina Gilliland and her husband, Tommy of Liberty.

Bill and Kathy Waits attended the Laredo Alumni Open House on Saturday, May 6. On Monday, May 8, they went to Sunnyview Nursing Home to visit with Marge Olson. They brought

longer.

Mrs. Lamp noted the tour of the Lenny and Lisa Anderson grounds north of Chillicothe is from 1-5 p.m. June 25. Bluegrass and gospel music will be provided this year. Members expressed interest in going.

Loretta Ray will be the speaker at the June 19 meeting. She will speak on raising and canning beets and tomatoes. The meeting will be at noon at El Toro Restaurant.

Mrs. Ewing made a motion to adjourn and Linda Carman seconded.

Those attending were Marilyn Bain, Mrs. Lamp, Marilyn Booth, Ms. Carman, Mrs. Ewing, Bonna Dittberner, Carolyn and Annie Forman, Doris Provorse, Ms. Taul, Mrs. Hoppe and Mrs. Thompson.

her some flowers from the Alumni. They also stopped by Dean Smalling’s room and visited with him while they were there.

Barb Harbo of Eagan, MN, came to visit her mother, Bonna Dittberner on Tuesday, May 9. She returned home on Thursday, May 11.

Root beer floats were served by the Laredo Lions

Club to all of the students at the Laredo R-VII School on Wednesday, May 10. Following lunch, a choice of a float, an ice cream cone, or just a glass of root beer was made available. Those representing the Lions Club were Bonna Dittberner, Martha Owen, Carol Wilford, Steve Persell, Jackie Owens, Martha Leasor and Barb Harbo.

Trenton Area Calendar of Events

FRIDAY

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

Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, 6 p.m. For more information, call 359-2704. North 65 Center: Line Dancers, 9:30 a.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.

SATURDAY

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

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

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

SUNDAY

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

MONDAY

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

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

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

Laredo Lions Club Dinner, Laredo Community Building, 6:30 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: GCHD Blood Pressure Clinic, 10:00 a.m.; Tai Chi, 10:30 a.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Early Bird Bingo, 6:00 p.m.; Regular Bingo, 6:30 p.m.

Trenton High School Class of 2023 Scholarship Recipients

Trenton R-9 High School held their awards ceremony for the Class of 2023 on Wednesday, May 10 in the Trenton Performing Arts Center. Those receiving awards and scholarships include:

Willis W. Alexander Scholarship - Chloie Hall.

Claude M. & Nadine Eckert ScholarshipTucker Otto.

Lynn Freeman Scholarship - Maurissa Bonta and Ivy Foster.

Everett & Hazel Frey Memorial ScholarshipMakenzee Epperson, Gabriel Gamble, Kelsey Gibler, Coleman Griffin and Jillian Voorhies.

John Kuttler Ag Scholarship - Levi Johnson.

Charles and Virginia Holmes (Rotary) Scholarship - Haley Shultz.

C.F. Russell Scholar-

ship - Mercy Schweizer.

Friend of NCMC Scholarship - Zoie McGowan.

Donald & Letha Mack Woodard ScholarshipGavin Chambers.

Robert Bailey Memorial Scholarship - Ava Simpson.

Trenton High School

Alumni Association and Foundation Trust of THS Scholarship - Andrew Huffstutter.

Shelter Insurance Scholarship - Ali Westcott. Noah Lewis Memorial Scholarship - Gavin Chambers, Samuel Gibson and Hunter McAtee.

Trenton Lions Club Scholarship - Haley Shultz and Dylan Smith. Riding for Veteran’s Scholarship - Dylan Smith.

Cara McClellan

Agency, LLC – American Family Insurance Scholarship - Eliana Cowling.

Kadyn McClellan Memorial Scholarship Fund - Dylan Smith.

DAR Good Citizen Award - Eliana Cowling.

MFA Ag ScholarshipLevi Johnson.

Trenton High School Class of 1967 Scholarship - Connor Campbell.

Frank Lee Kinney Memorial Scholarship Fund - Mercy Schweizer.

Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri Scholarship - Ali Westcott.

Trenton Masonic Lodge Scholarship - Gabriel Gamble. Trenton Kiwanis Club - Eliana Cowling and Lydia Leininger.

National Guard Recognition - Frank Halstead.

Grundy County 4-H

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Scholarship - Levi Johnson.

R.P. Hill Memorial Award - Mercy Schweizer.

Missouri FCCLA Career Cluster ScholarshipMaurissa Bonta.

The Missouri Association of Family and Consumer Science Scholarship - Maurissa Bonta.

Northwest RegionMissouri State Teachers Association - Connor Campbell.

Jose Sanchez Barron IV Memorial Scholarship

- Connor Campbell.

Julia Louise Williams Key Welborn Memorial Scholarship - Lydia Leininger.

Access II – Ed “Eddie” Grimes Scholarship - Justin Hall.

Church Women United Scholarship to NCMCMakenzee Epperson, Gabriel Gamble and Kaylynn Stanton.

Drew Dolan Memorial Scholarship - Chloie Hall.

Ryan Bosley Memorial Scholarship - Dylan Spencer.

Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post #919/Joseph L. Norton Scholarship - Chloie Hall.

George Washington Carver Awards - Summer Ceradsky, Eliana Cowling, Kelsey Gibler, Lydia Leininger, Tucker Otto, Juliet Schmadeke and Savannah Triplet.

American Citizenship Award - Tucker Otto.

Trenton Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Scholarship to NCMC - Tucker Otto and Ali Westcott.

Hamilton Family Endowment Fund for Excellence Scholarship - Eliana Cowling.

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

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Completion and Tech

Prep Certification – Computer Service Technology

- Dagan Burkeybile and Jessika Kennedy.

Grand River Technical School Certificate of Completion and Tech

Prep Certification –Building Trades - Gavin Chambers, Bo Meeker and Mercy Schweizer.

Grand River Technical School Certificate of Completion and Tech

Prep Certification – Collision Technology - Justin Hall.

Grand River Technical School Certificate of Completion and Tech

Prep Certification – Auto Service TechnologyDylan Smith.

Grand River Technical School Certificate of Completion and Tech

Prep Certification – Industrial Welding - Brody Polk.

Missouri Higher Education Academic Scholarship – Bright FlightLydia Leininger.

President’s Award for Educational ExcellenceSummer Ceradsky, Eliana Cowling, Makenzee Epperson, Kelsey Gibler, Lydia Leininger and Tucker Otto.

United States Marine –Distinguished Athlete Award - Tucker Otto.

United States Marine Scholastic Excellence Award - Eliana Cowling.

Wright Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship - Chloie Hall, Tucker Otto and Ali Westcott.

The Ellis Foundation –Rooted in Rural Skilled Trades Program Scholarship - Dylan Smith.

Student Council Scholarship - Eliana Cowling and Tucker Otto.

A+ Scholarship - Noah Wecker.

University of MissouriColumbia – Curator’s Scholar Award – Provost Award - Eliana Cowling and Andrew Huffstutter. Columbia College –Columbia College Distinction Scholarship, Honors Scholarship, Men’s Track Scholarship and A+ ScholarshipDylan Spencer.

Fort Scott Community College – Foundation Scholarship - Dylan Smith.

Missouri Western State University – Griffon Guarantee Scholarship, Griffon Guarantee A Plus Scholarship and Griffon Guarantee ACT Scholarship - Savannah Triplet.

Certificate of Completion of the Upward Bound Program at North Central Missouri College - Chloie Hall.

MSHSAA Award of Excellence - Tucker Otto and Eliana Cowling.

C.F. Russell AwardSamuel Gibson and Ava Simpson.

Three Sport Athlete Award - Samuel Gibson, Coleman Griffin, Tim Kempton and Tucker Otto.

KMZU Academic Dream Team - Trent Villacampa.

North Central Missouri College – Dance Wave Team - Ali Westcott.

Merle & Harold Ebbe Scholarship to NCMCMaurissa Bonta.

John T. Belcher Memorial ScholarshipDylan Smith.

Jack N. Young, Mildred M. Young, Noble J. Young and Myra A. Young Dual Credit Scholarship - Chloie Hall.

Grand River Technical School Certificate of

Opportunity Scholarship - Justin Hall and Brody Polk.

Future Teachers of America ScholarshipConnor Campbell.

University of MissouriKansas City – Curator’s Scholar Award - Trent Villacampa.

Northwest Missouri State University – Academic Scholarship and

Academic LetteringMaurissa Bonta, Connor Campbell, Makenzee Epperson, Chloie Hall, Andrew Huffstutter, Levi Johnson, Brett Kennedy, Jessika Kennedy, Faith Lee, Lydia Leininger, Katie Little, Zoie McGowan, Tucker Otto, Mercy Schweizer, Haley Shultz, Ava Simpson, Dylan Smith, Dylan Spencer, Kaylynn Stanton, Trent Villacampa, Jillian Voorhies, Noah Wecker, Ali Westcott. Honor Graduates - Eliana Cowling, Makenzee Epperson, Andrew Huffstutter, Lydia Leininger, Tucker Otto, Juliet Schmadeke, Dylan Spencer, Savannah Triplet, Noah Wecker, Ali Westcott.

435 W. 2nd St., Tina, MO 64682

& Amelia Flinn, Owners

NCMC Employee Awards Presented, Jeanie Griffin Recognized for 35 Years of Service

Multiple awards were presented at the annual faculty/staff recognition ceremony at North Central Missouri College.

Employees and departments were recognized for their achievements so far this year and Bari VanDyke was recognized for his years of service and retirement from NCMC. Outstanding Employee Spotlights for the year were identified: Mallary Hann, Don Kennedy, Amanda Sampsel, Dr. Lindsay Oram, Holly Hernandez, Whitney Trump, Jim Norris, Lindsey Schlared, Nicole Shell, and Ronda Copple. This year, Dr. Lenny Klaver, President, provided praise and recognition to those who had positive comments received by the president’s office.

Also recognized were those who earned advanced education degrees: Brandon Mysliwiec - Bachelors in Business Administration with a focus on Business Management, Colton Greer - A+ Certificate, Hannah Chapman - renewed A+ Certificate, Jeremy Wilson - Masters in Career and Technical Education, Dr. Mitch Holder - Doctorate in Education, Megan Erickson - Dry Needling Certification, Tami CampbellCompTIA Project+ Certification, and Kimberly Meeker - Masters of Business Administration.

Members of the NCMC family were recognized with years of service awards. Recognized for five years of service were Chris Flowers, Tobi Crippen, Dr. Mitch Holder, Jenny Mosely, Cassie Cordray, Sara Van Dyke, Jeffrey Jackson and Maggie Bowman. Those recognized for ten years of service included Tami Campbell, Tyson Otto, Dr. Beth Caldarello, Sarah Williamson, Jamie Cunningham, Jeremy Esry and Annette Pool. Recognized for fifteen years of service were Shellee Castanada, Tammie Wiebers, Jason Helton, Heather McCollum and Sarah Bonnett. Also recognized was Jeanie Griffin for thirty-five years of service to North Central Missouri College.

Cassie Corday was recognized for her award of tenure status and was also

awarded the NCMC Spirit Award. The NCMC Spirit Award recognizes an employee that has demonstrated great morale and a positive attitude. The recipient is selected based on their overall NCMC spirit, enthusiasm, involvement, encouragement toward others, helpfulness and optimistic outlook.

The Diversity and Inclusion Award is an acknowledgment bestowed upon an individual who actively promotes inclusive excellence. This person contributes to and enhances the environment of North Central Missouri College through a sustained commitment to maintain and improve opportunities for the diverse communities we serve. The Diversity and Inclusion Award was presented to Donnie Hillerman, Head Baseball Coach/Housing Director.

The Shipley Excellence in Assessment Award was presented to the Advising Department. This award recognizes an individual or department that has accomplished meaningful assessment to improve student learning or services and is named in honor of NCMC Professor Emeritus Melody Shipley.

Faculty member Sophia Swink, Nursing Faculty, was announced as this year’s Excellence in Teaching Award winner. The Excellence in Teaching Award is an honor given to a faculty member who demonstrates a clear vision of teaching, substantial contribution to the improvement of teaching methods and curriculum, captivating presenter, leader, responsible, and expert in their field.

Jaden Varner was awarded the Outstanding Student Employee award for this year. The Outstanding Student Employee award is given annually to one NCMC student employee who has exceeded their position requirements while maintaining a positive attitude and demeanor. This individual represents what it is to be a professional, hard-working, and reliable student employee.

In honor of long-time employee John Campbell, Lead Maintenance, the John Campbell Dedication Award is given to individ-

uals who have shown dedication and commitment to North Central Missouri College, their department, peers, and their job. It recognizes an individual that goes above and beyond to help others and the college. This year, the award was presented to Tobi Crippen.

The Outstanding Employee Randy Young Top Sail Award is annually given to an individual who has significantly helped NCMC become a better place through their leadership, performance, attitude, and accomplishments. Employees are nominated by other employees and selected by each group's president and respected presidents (AMP, classified, faculty, students). This is the most prestigious award given each year. It is named in honor of Emeritus Randy Young. Sue Nichols, Nursing Coordi-

nator, was awarded the Randy Young Top Sail Award this year.

This year’s BrownPushkarsky Award winner, selected by members of the student body, was faculty member Cassie Cordray, Education Instructor. The Brown-Pushkarsky Award, named in honor of NCMC Professors Emeritus Tom Brown and Louis Pushkarsky, recognizes an instructor who best exemplifies their dedication to teaching.

The Brown-Allnutt Award was presented to Demetrius Houston, Assistant Basketball Coach/Residence Life. The Brown-Allnutt Award is named in honor of staff members Lee Ann Allnutt and Linda Brown. This award is designated for a staff member who has provided exemplary service to students; the student body

also chooses it.

The student body also presented the Nowland Excellent Student Organization Advisor. This award is presented to an individual that provides leadership, growth, and commitment to

the student organization they advise. This year’s recipient was Rustin Jumps, Agriculture Instructor. This award is named in honor of retired faculty member David Nowland.

Photo Courtesy of North Central Missouri College Jeanie Griffin was recently recognized for 35 years of service at the annual faculty/staff recognition ceremony at North Central Missouri College.

North Central Missouri College Students Alyvia “Livi” Binkley and Raven Moreno recently saved the life Scott Lowe at the Stacy Center by performing lifesaving measures. Raven and Livi were working out at the Stacy Center in Princeton when Scott, jogging on the treadmill, suddenly fell, passed out, and stopped breathing. Raven and Livi immediately called 911, jumped in, and started doing CPR while shouting for the AED.

Raven and Livi assisted with placing the AED and continued CPR measures until an ambulance arrived. Raven and Livi were also assisted by community members Dereck Power and Kyle Berndt. By the time EMTs arrived, the group had Mr. Lowe breathing and a pulse again. After being life-flighted, Scott Lowe was awake and alert. He is now home and doing well.

Raven said, “God had us

Photo Courtesy of Raven Moreno

Pictured are, from left, Dereck Power, Alyvia Binkley, Scott Lowe, Raven Moreno and Kyle Berndt.

all in the right place at the right time, and I am just so thankful we were there to help Mr. Lowe.”

Accounting Classes for Inmates is Rotary Program

Darcy Oetting presented the program at the Thursday, May 11 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held at the BTC Bank community roo. Michael Ormsby presided at the meeting, Dan Wilford gave the prayer and Brian Upton was the sergeant at arms. Bruce Constant was the program chairman.

Mrs. Oetting told about her work with Donnelly College, where she teaches accounting classes to inmates at the Lansing, KS, Correctional Facility. A graduate of the University of Missouri and a CPA, Mrs. Oetting

teaches two accounting classes for inmates working toward obtaining an associate degree from Donnelly. She had 11 students this year (eight in medium security and three in minimum security.) According to Mrs. Oetting, inmates who pursue educational opportunities while incarcerated are less likely to reoffend when they are released. "Second Chance” Pell grants are made available for the students in the prison to help pay for their education. Six of her students will be graduating this year and Mrs. Oetting said those students see their participation

in the education program providing a better future for themselves. In addition to continuing her instruction at Lansing, Mrs. Oetting will also be teaching accounting classes for North Central Missouri College at its Savannah campus this fall.

During the business meeting, members were reminded of the retirement party for member Bruce Constant and a going-away party for the club’s exchange student from Spain.

The program for the May 18 meeting will be a Rotary-themed presentation by several club members.

plaque for their heroic service. Both Alyvia and Raven are 2023 NCMC Associate in Arts graduates. •WANTED• FARM GROUND to Lease! Competitive Rates AARON LANDES 660-358-2682

NCMC Students Help Save Man’s Life

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Central Missouri College

The NCMC Foundation is set to kick-off the Transforming Lives, Empowering People major gifts campaign on Thursday, May 18, on the NCMC Campus in Savannah. This event will kick-off the public portion of the campaign and is scheduled to start at 5:00pm in the renovated McCarty Motors on the east side of the campus with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Savannah Chamber. Speakers will include, NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver, Savannah Superintendent of Schools Dr. Eric Kurre and Dan Hegeman.

The public is encouraged to attend this event! The kick-off will include: campus announcements, Touch-A-Truck event in the campus parking lot and give-a-ways, just to name a few of the activities. Phase I of the campus will be open for tours.

“We greatly appreciate the Savannah Chamber of Commerce for all of their help with this event and being able to enjoy a concert right after in Duncan Park,” commented NCMC Foundation Executive Director Alicia Endicott. “Now that the spring semester has ended we want to be able to celebrate Phase I of the campus. Phase II is nearing completion and a date for an open house of the entire campus will be announced soon.”

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North Central Missouri College North Central Missouri College is one of fourteen Missouri colleges and universities selected for the Nursing Education Incentive Program (NEIP) grant from the Missouri State Board of Nursing. This grant funding will help enhance nursing education programs throughout the state.

NCMC was awarded $150,000 to expand the “Earn While You Learn” nursing program with area clinical partners to add clinical placements and instructors, increasing clinical capacity by twenty students within the next two years.

“The NCMC nursing program is honored to be selected as an NEIP grant recipient in order to expand the clinical opportunities that we provide for our students,” said Kelly Claycomb, Director of the PN to ADN Program. “We are excited to partner with Mosaic Lifecare to offer new and innovative clinical placements, including Earn as You Learn and clinical preceptorships. We hope to use this partnership to expand our nursing programs and encourage graduates to seek employment within our service region.”

The Missouri State Board of Nursing, in coordination with the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development, determines recipients of the grant.

To learn more about NCMC nursing programs, visit https://www.ncmissouri. edu/ or contact the Nursing Department at 660-359-3948.

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Laredo Alumni Reunion Held

The Laredo School Alumni Reunion was held Saturday May 6, 2023.

A total of 46 guests attended, including Alan Tolson and wife, Kay; Dean Holloway, Bill Thome and wife, Martha; Carroll Tolson, Charles Tolson, Jackie Gardner Owens, Donita Little, Lena Mantle Cooksey, Charles Bowe and wife, Vickie; Kay Holden Thomas, Bill Waits, Kathy Cunningham Waits, Tom Faubion, Evelyn Molloy Faubion, Sharon Spencer Marnin and husband, Don; Janet Broyles Heirs and guest, Jeannie Heirs; Charles Ingraham and wife, Cheryl; Linda Urich and husband, John; Charles Ray Eckert, Dorothy Gardner Doyle, Bob Graham and wife, Billie; J. D. Harris, Johnnie Engleman, Frances Sheppard Engleman, Marlene Broyles Engleman, Jerry Engleman, Ann Emmons, Henry Vandevender and wife, Sue; Loma Hurst and guest, Ron; Donna Pat Freeman Triplett, Wayne Holden, Kenny Bowe and wife, Kathy, Bill Meeker and Bonnie Peterie.

Special recognition was given to Loma Hurst as the oldest graduate present. She was graduated 80 years ago. Also recognized was Marge Mallett Owens, who had been graduated 84 years. Bill Meeker brought an article from 1921 which described the first Alumni gathering.

Memorials were read for Ruth Owens Hufft, Lorraine Mantlo Ricehouse, Betty Mantia Sallee, Lillian Vandevender Eaton, J. W. Smith, Theresa Lutz McCarl, Kevin Mantlo, and Dennis Thome.

New Books At The Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library

Children

“Don’t Touch that Flower!” - Alice Hemming

“Spring is for Strawberries” - Katherine Pryor

Juvenile

“Wood” - Spencer Quinn

“Rise of the Shadow Dragons” - Liz Flanagan

“Wing of Fire” (The Lost Heir #2) - Tui T Sutherland

Young Adult

“Push” - Eve Silver

“Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” - J.K. Rowling

Adult Non-Fiction

“The Way of Integrity” (158.1 BEC) - Martha Beck

“The Burden is Light” (248.4 TYS) - Jon Tyson

“All My Knotted Up Life” (921 MOO) - Beth Moore

Adult Fiction

“Simply Lies” (LP) - David Baldacci

“I Will Find You” (LP) - Harlan Coben

“Bad River” (LP) - Ralph Cotton

“The Shadows of Our Time” (Series #1-3) - Johathan Cullen

“Going Rogue” (Stephanie Plum #29 - LP) - Janet Evanovich

“The Last Orphan” (Orphan X #8 - LP) - Gregg Hurwitz

“Just the Nicest Couple” (LP) - Mary Kubica

“Three Rivers Trilogy” (W - LP) - Preston Lewis

“Loyalty” (LP) - Danielle Steele

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

Curbside pickup is available to all who prefer it

Wright Memorial Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Wright Memorial Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions is helping to build awareness about mental health wellness in our community to help break down the stigma surrounding mental illness.

This year's Mental Health Month theme is “Look Around and Look Within” to learn about how surroundings can impact mental health. Surroundings such as where a person lives, the safety of their home or neighborhood, and access to good health care and grocery stores are just a few examples of how a person’s environment can impact their mental and physical health.

Where a person is born, lives, learns, works, plays, and gathers, as well as their economic stability and social connections, are part of what is called social determinants of health (SDOH). The more these factors work in a person’s favor, the more likely they will have a positive mental

ALPHA BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Steve Dennis Rt. 1, Laredo, Mo.

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

Worship – 10:30 a.m. • Evening – 6:30 p.m.

ALTAMONT METHODIST CHURCH

Altamont, MO

Pastor - Marilyn Dorst Sunday School 1st & 3rd – 9:30 a.m. Worship 2nd, 4th & 5th – 9:30 a.m. (Sunday School to follow)

AMAZING GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

2619 Princeton Rd. – 359-2333 Tony Denney, Pastor SUNDAY Sunday School – 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship – 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY - Worship – 6:30 p.m.

CORNERSTONE

FELLOWSHIP SERVICE

1015 Main, Trenton, MO

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service – 10:30 a.m.

DOCKERY CHAPEL CHURCH

Jct. W & WW, Trenton, MO

Pastor - Bob Casady - 417-459-2344

Worship Service – 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Church – During Worship “Going Deeper” (all age groups) – 10:45 a.m. Youth Group

Every other Wednesday – 6:30 p.m.

EDINBURG BAPTIST CHURCH

660-789-2385

Pastor - Ron McPherson, 660-734-1782

Pastor’s Wife - Amy, 660-591-5788

Song Leader - Chris Gott

Pianist - Charles Mang

Sunday School Director Amy McPherson

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

FAITH BIBLE CHURCH

(Southern Baptist Church)

1813 Pleasant Plain – 359-6544

SUNDAY

Sunday School - 10:15 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Pastor - Steven Williamson

FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Del Weyer - Senior Pastor 660-359-4400

Micah Ferguson - Youth Pastor

Sunday Services:

Kttn Radio Program –

well-being.

“Despite the fact that many aspects of your environment are beyond your control, there are steps you can take to improve your environment and protect your wellbeing,” said Shelby Todd, RN Program Director of Wright Memorial Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions.

Mental Health America has a few suggestions on how to do just that.

• Work toward securing safe and stable housing: This can be challenging due to finances, age, and other reasons, but there are a few things to try, such as reaching out to state/local agencies to secure housing, removing safety hazards in the home, or finding another comforting space, such as a community center or friend’s home.

• Focus on your home: It is important to keep a tidy, sleep-friendly space that is well-ventilated and includes items that

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

2421 Oklahoma Ave. – 359-3898

Rev. Josh Gottman - Pastor Andrew Bertram - Family Minister

SUNDAY

Morning Worship – 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School – 10:40 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6:00 p.m.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST

1700 Princeton Rd. • 359-3928 (Office)

Casual Worship - 8:45 a.m.

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Children’s Church - 10:30 a.m.

FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

Pastor – Rev. Bruce Cadle

2113 Chicago • Office - 359-5374

SUNDAY:

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

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

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

Evening Bible Study...6:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

Prayer Meeting...6:00 p.m.

GALT BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor – Gene Schreffler Home 660-673-6104

Coffee & Cookie Time - 9:45-10:00 a.m.

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m. Church Training – 6:00 p.m.

Evening Worship – 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday Night Ladies Home Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting – 7 p.m.

GALT CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Minister - Stan Richardson - 673-6695

SUNDAY

KTTN Galt Christian Church Worship 9:03 - 9:30 a.m. every Sunday on the radio

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Worship – 10:50 a.m.

Jr. High/Senior High Youth Group –5:30 p.m.

MONDAY NIGHT

Women’s Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY

Goof Troop - 3:00 p.m.

Prayer Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

GILMAN CITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Hwy. 146 • Gilman City

Pastor Kobey Puls

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m., All Ages

Church Service - 10:45 a.m.

GRUNDY CENTER CHURCH

Pastor – Bob Casady

Pastor’s #417-459-2344 299 N.E. Hwy Y

P.O. Box 423, Trenton, MO

Prayer chain #660-359-3585

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Worship – 10:45 a.m.

help promote a sense of calm and positivity.

• Create bonds with the neighborhood and community: Get to know the people living in the immediate area, join or start neighbors-helping-neighbors groups, and support local businesses to challenge gentrification.

• Connect with nature: Hike in a forest, sit in a city park, bring a plant inside, or keep the shades open to absorb natural light.

Learn more with Mental Health America’s 2023 Mental Health Month toolkit, which provides free, practical resources, such as how an individual’s environment impacts their mental health, suggestions for making changes to improve and maintain mental well-being, and how to seek help for mental health challenges. Go to www.mhanational.org/may to learn more.

If you’re taking steps to improve your

HASEVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

12386 Hwy. E, Humphreys, MO Arch Philips, Minister

Church Services - 11:15 a.m. 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays

HATTON CHAPEL

COMMUNITY CHURCH

NW Highway A

Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:00 a.m.

HODGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Rev. Joe MacDonald, Pastor 315 W. Crowder Rd. – 359-5394

Worship

HONEY CREEK CHAPEL

CHRISTIAN

IMMANUEL

LUTHERAN

JAMESPORT

BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Jim Whitley 660-684-6101

Music Leaders: John Agenstein, Ann Eckert, Lanita Smith SUNDAY

LAREDO BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Deryl Niffen 286-2102 (Prayer Line) SUNDAY Sunday School – 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship – 10:30 a.m. Worship Service – 6:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Prayer Service – 6:00 p.m.

LAREDO CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Bro. Duane Campbell

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

Church – 10:40 a.m.

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Bobby Harrell

2711 Meadowlark Lane

SUNDAY

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Evening Worship – 6:30 p.m.

surroundings but are still struggling with your mental health, you may be experiencing signs of a mental health condition. We encourage you to connect with your health care provider or reach out to a member of our team today.

Wright Memorial Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions is designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, typically 65 and older, experiencing depression and/or anxiety related to life changes that are often associated with aging. Whether through our program or another service, our team works to identify and address the emotional needs of those in our community and provide support. If you or someone you know is struggling with a decline in their mental health, we are here to help.

For more information or if you or someone you know could benefit from this program, call 660-357-4730 or visit www.saintlukeskc.org/senior.

MELBOURNE BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m.

Wed. Night Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m.

MODENA BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - E.J. Barnes • 660-359-1286

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:40 a.m. (Meal to follow)

RIVER OF LIFE UNITED

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

1900 Hillcrest - 359-2800

Pastor: Rev. Gary Pauley

SUNDAY

Sun. School (for all ages) - 10 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Evangelistic Service - 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY - Service - 7:00 p.m.

RURAL DALE BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor: Brad Prater

SUNDAY

Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Discipleship Training – 6:00 p.m.

Evening Worship – 6:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY Bible Study - 6:00 p.m.

Children’s Activities 5:30 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH

CATHOLIC CHURCH

2010 Oklahoma – 359-2841

Rev. William Fox

Sunday Mass - 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday Mass - 6:30 p.m.

Preceded by Adoration

Wednesday - Saturday Mass - 9:00 a.m.

ST. PHILIP'S

EPISCOPAL CHURCH

9th & Haliburton 10:30 a.m. Sunday - Worship Service 8:05 p.m. Sunday - Compline Service

SALEM BAPTIST

CHURCH

Sunday School – 10 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting - 7 p.m.

SHELBURNE

BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Aaron Stark • 339-7325 787 SW Hwy. W • 359-5833

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:55 a.m.

Discipleship Training - 6:00 p.m.

Evening Worship - 6:45 p.m.

SOUTH EVANS

CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Classified Advertising Information

Phone 660-359-2212

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

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

For Green Hills Weekly Paper: 4 p.m. the Thursday before Tuesday printing

Ads also appear same number of days on the Internet at www.northwestmissouri.com.

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

Up to 25 words - $10.00

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

BUSINESS/ SERVICES

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

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

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

INVESTIGATE BEFORE YOU

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

The Republican-Times business office hours are

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

Republican-Times

122 E. 8th St. 359-2212

Fax: 660-359-4414

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

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

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

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

• Free Estimates.

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

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

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

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

4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683.

-------------------------------------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

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

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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New Complete AR-15 lower receiver- $149.00. Winchester Model 100 308 CAL$599.00. Iver Johnson 30 CAL carbon- $899.00. New Colt Python- $1425.00. Guns and Gold wants cash buyer. Open Tuesday, Friday, & Saturday. R&R Pawn Cameron, 214 E 3rd, 816-632-1787

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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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For Sale - Spent Hens. $1 each. Loading out May 22nd. 660-684-6891.

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RUMMAGE SALE

all ads must be prepaid! PLAN EARLY!

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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.

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Garage Sale - wheel barrow, garden tools, kitchen miscellaneous, books, kids' wagon and car. Too much to list. 204th Street.,1 mile off J Hwy, Trimble. 5/19 and 5/20 7am - 6pm. 816-930-2764

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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ISO pasture to lease. Cameron, Osborn, Plattsburg, Maysville. Top price paid. Text 816-284-0570

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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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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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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: Teacher, Trenton Head Start. Full time with the following benefits: Health/Dental/ Life Insurance. Retirement, Life Flight, Sick Leave, Paid tuition through NCMC. Visit www.greenhillsheadstart.org for job description and application. E.O.I.

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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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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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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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STATEWIDES

SENIOR LIVING

Safe Step. North America’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600 Off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 1-833-732-0966

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Get paid to care for your loved ones at home. Medicaid Required. 314-375-6602 helpfulhandsinhomecare.com

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HOME IMPROVEMENT

Prepare for power outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options Request a FREE Quote. Call now before the next power outage:

1-866-686-8347

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The Generac PWRcell, a solar plus battery storage system. SAVE money, reduce your reliance on the grid, prepare for power outages and power your home. Full installation services available. $0 Down Financing Option. Request a FREE, no obligation, quote today. Call 1-855-904-3857

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PETS Use Happy Jack® Skin Balm® on cats & dogs to treat hot spots & skin allergies without steroids! At Orscheln Farm & Home (www.fleabeacon.com)

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TV / INTERNET

FREE high speed internet for those that qualify. Government program for recipients of select programs incl. Medicaid, SNAP, Housing Assistance, WIC, Veterans Pension, Survivor Benefits, Lifeline, Tribal. 15 GB internet service. Bonus offer: Android tablet FREE with one-time $20 copay. Free shipping & handling. Call Maxsip Telecom today!

1-855-714-0167

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Dish Network: Only from Dish- 3 year TV Price Guarantee! 99% Signal Reliability, backed by guarantee. Includes Multi-Sport with NFL Redzone. Switch and Get a FREE $100 Gift Card. Call today!

1-888-356-5668

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DIRECTV. New 2-Year Price Guarantee. The most live MLB games this season, 200+ channels and over 45,000 on-demand titles. $84.99/mo for 24 months with CHOICE Package. Some restrictions apply. Call DIRECTV 1-844-547-3631

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HEALTH

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details!

1-888-510-0095 www.dental50plus.com/Missouri #6258

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Request For Proposal

SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SERVICES

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)

PUBLIC NOTICES

Because The People Must Know

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Trenton R-IX School District is requesting proposals for replacement of entry doors and windows insulated with tempered glass.

Proposals shall be submitted to: Trenton R-IX School District 1607 Normal Street Trenton, MO 64683

All proposals shall be submitted no later than 9:00 am on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 by standard mail clearly marked: Trenton R-IX Windows and Doors. Contact Daniel Gott at 660-359-3994 (dgott@trentonr9.k12.mo.us) for project specifications. The Trenton R-IX School District reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all proposals or to accept the proposal that it finds, in its sole discretion, to be in the best interest of the school district.

(5/18, 5/25/23)

Public Notice

On or before June 6, 2023, Green Hills Rural Development Inc. (GHRDI) will submit a grant application to U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Housing Preservation Grants Program. If the project is awarded, funds will be used for the repair or rehabilitation of housing owned or occupied by eligible low- and very-low-income rural citizens. The project would be implemented throughout the GHRDI coverage area to include the counties of: Harrison, Mercer, Putnam, Daviess, Grundy, Sullivan, Caldwell, Livingston, Linn, Carroll and Chariton.

This public notice is to allow the public the opportunity to comment prior to the submission of the grant application. Any individual, group or agency may submit written comment to GHRDI, HPG Program, 1104 Main Street, Trenton, Missouri 64683 or emailed to Lisa@ghrpc.org. All comments received by publication date plus 15 days will be considered by GHRDI prior to submitting the grant application.

GHRDI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

(5/18/23)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI

In the Estate of:

PROBATE DIVISION

Estate No. 23AG-PR00013

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

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

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

Case No. 21AG-PR00083

In the Estate of SCOTTIE WAYNE ROREBECK , Deceased.

Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Independent Administration)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of SCOTTIE WAYNE ROREBECK, Decedent:

On 12-MAY-2023, the following individuals was(were) appointed the personal representative(s) of the estate of SCOTTIE WAYNE ROREBECK, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri. The personal representative's(s') business address(es) and phone number(s) is(are):

KAREN ROREBECK, 1919 MARINER ROAD, TRENTON, MO 64683.

The personal representative(s) 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.

The personal representative's(s') attorney's(s') name(s), business address(es) and phone number(s) is(are): CLINTON PAUL MACOUBRIE, CITIZENS BANK & TRUST BLDG, 515 WASHINGTON ST, PO BOX 467, CHILLICOTHE, MO 64601.

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

Date of the decedent's death: 29-NOV-2021

Date of first publication: 18-MAY-2023 /s/ Violet Airey, Probate Clerk

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

(5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8/23)

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Local Track Athletes Compete in Districts & Sectionals

Class 3 District 8 Results

TRENTON

(* moving on to sectionals)

16th A. Pilcher 100m run

17th D. Lopez 100m run.

17th D. Lopez 200m run

*2nd A. Simpson 1600m run (5:53.46)

9th T. Cooksey 1600m run

*3rd A. Simpson 3200m run (13:24.06)

13th K. Corwin 300m hurdles

7th 4x400m relay

5th 4x800m relay

6th K. Croy high jump

17th A. Pilcher long jump

6th A. Clark javelin

9th K. Croy Javelin

*4th J. Hudson shot put (32-10.00)

19th F. Elliott shot put

15th C. Christy 100m run

19th D. Baker 100m

run

19th D. Baker 200m run

21st B. Holtzclaw

200m run

7th A. Huffstutter

800m run

12th I. Bonta 800m run

8th R. Muselman

1600m run

8th R. Muselman

3200m run

11th N. Smith 110m hurdles

10th 4x100m relay

11th 4x200m relay

*4th 4x800m relay: A. Huffstuuuer, B. Dunkin, I. Bonta, L. Johnson (8:56.4)

12th N. Smith long jump

11th G. Stark triple jump

*3rd D. Spencer discus (140-01.50)

11th T. Kempton discus

11th T. Kempton javelin

17th A. Kempton javelin

6th D. Spencer shot put

18th A. Kempton shot put

Class 3 Sectional 4 will be 5/20 at Warrensburg High School.

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Class 1 Sectional 2 Results Moving onto State Meet

NEWTOWN-HARRIS/ GRUDNY CO.

2nd M. Milazzo 800m run

3rd M. Milazzo 1600m run

3rd 4x400m relay

3rd Z. Cross 2000m run

3rd P. Miller 800m run

2nd G. MacGregor 1600m run

2nd G. MacGregor

3200m run

2nd Z. Cross 110m hurdles

3rd B. Peterson 110m hurdles

1st Z. Cross 300m hurdles

4th B. Peterson 300m

hurdles

2nd 4x400m relay

4th B. Peterson high jump

PRINCETON

2nd D. Bears 100m hurdles

1st 4x100m relay

2nd 4x200m relay

3rd A. Henke long jump

2nd D. Bears pole vault

4th M. Spencer discus

4th T. Holt 100m run

1st A. Rhoades 200m run

1st A. Rhoades 400m run

1st T. Holt high jump

1st A. Rhoades pole vault

4th A. Rhoades javelin

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Class 2 Sectionals Advancing to State

GALLATIN

4th A. Ball 100m run

1st A. Feiden 800m run

GILMAN TRACK STUDENTS HEADED TO STATE TOURNAMENT MEET

Photo Courtesy of Gilman City R-4 School District

Eight members of the Gilman City R-4 track team will be competing in Class 1 Section 2 State Competition in Jefferson City. During the sectional meet, the girls 4x800 meter relay team of Kelsey Sperry, Shelby Gibson, Ava Langfitt and Avery Gregg took first place with a time of 10:42.03, beating their previous school record of 11:08.37. Also taking first place was the boys 4x800 meter relay team of Camden Griffith, Landon Preston, Kaden Locker and Brody Langfitt with a time of 8:32.29, also beating their previous school record of 8:50.80. Taking second place in javelin throwing was Brody Langfitt, with a throw of 47.49 meters. He currently holds the school record at 51.69 meters. Pictured are, from left, Coach Samantha Oram, Brody Langfitt, Landon Preston, Camden Griffith, Kaden Locker, Ava Langfitt, Avery Gregg, Shelby Gibson, Kelsey Sperry and Coach Kaitlyn Eoff.

Thursday, May 18, 2023 :: REPUBLICAN-TIMES.COM/CATEGORY/SPORTS

Baseball District Tournaments

Princeton came into the District tournament seeded in the #2 spot. Their first game was a bye as they waited on the results of the Meadville vs Novinger Game. Novinger overtook the Eagles in an ending score of 10-4, and headed to take on the Tigers.

Princeton rallied a tough battle and ended up winning the game 8-7.

the first part of this week.

For Trenton they first took on South Harrison. E. Miller scored first for Trenton with a home run during the bottom of the first inning. The Trenton defense was then able to prevent South Harrison from scoring until the top of the fifth inning. Trenton then answered the run by scoring A. Weyer.

were the first to score during the second inning. K. Norman was able to get acrossed home plate after O. Waterbury hit one to center field.

Brookfield made the battle back scoring one runner in the fourth and tied the game 3-3 by the top of the fifth.

during the bottom of the sixth. After K. Norman scored one run at the beginning, D. Wright stepped up and hit a home run between center and right field rolling to the fence. Along with him scoring he scored the two runners in front of him.

District Baseball games started last week for local teams.

For Class 1 District 14 the teams of NewtownHarris/Grundy Co. and Princeton faced tough battles.

Newtown-Harris/Grundy Co. first faced off against the #4 seed of Linn County. NewtownHarris/ Grundy Co.

won the game with an ending score of 2-0.

They then advanced on to play against the one seed, Green City. Unfortunately they lost to Green City after a tough game of 0-2 runs.

Newtown-Harris/Grundy Co. finished their season with a record of 5 wins and 10 losses.

The Tigers then went on to play against the #1 seeded Green City. The game was rough and had a lot of good defense by both teams. Sadly, for Princeton, Green City came out on top scoring 1 run to Princeton’s 0.

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For Class 3 District 16 the teams of Trenton and TriCounty/Gallatin faced many challenges along with rain delays during

South Harrison then came back and scored two runs to beat Trenton 3-2. South Harrison then moved on and defeated the #1 seed, Mid-Buchanan.

Tri-County/Gallatin faced off against Brookfield on Tuesday.

J. Ohlberg started as pitcher for the Mustangs. The first inning was three up three down before the Mustangs came in and got their bats moving.

The Mustangs

Tri-County/Gallatin then decided to switch pitchers and brought in P. Baker.

The Mustang’s biggest inning was

The Mustangs ended up winning 10-3. They then advanced on to take on South Harrison in the District Championship game.

State Golf Results District and Sectional Tennis

Class 1 State Touranament

Gallatin 2nd place team (699)

Tied for 16th I. Bird: 84-86 (170)

23rd P. Feiden: 89-85 (174)

Tied for 26th J. Donovan: 90-86 (176)

Tied for 34th L. Bottcher: 95-85 (180)

Tied for 73rd C. Michael: 94-108 (202)

Class 2 State Tournament

Tied for 35th R. Gott: 87-93 (180)

Tied for 53rd K. Tolson: 101-85 (186)

Class 1 District 15

District 15 Team Champions

T. Otto vs. J. Reeter (6-1)(6-0)

I. Dixon vs. P. Savage (6-0)(6-1)

Villacampa/Sager vs. Collins/Peterson (8-3)

Sole/Otto vs. Adams/Snider (8-4)

Markell/Dixon vs. Reeter/Savage (8-1)

Sectionals (Individuals)

Villacampa/Sager vs. Osten/Champagne (St. Pius) (6-0)(6-0)

Sectionals (Teams)

I. Dixon vs. C. Warner (6-4)(6-2)

Markell/Dixon vs. Champagne/Warner (8-0)

*State Tournament for Individuals May 18-19

R/T Photo Taken by Libby Endicott THROWN DOWN - Catcher B. Wiggins makes the throw down to the second baseman to get the South Harrison Bulldog out.

R/T Photo Taken by Libby Endicott SAFE! - Gallatin’s G. Wilmes makes it safety at home after an error by Brookfield to help bring the Mustangs to victory.