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North Central Missouri College Commencement and Honors Brunch Held Saturday, May 4

North Central Missouri College Commencement was held on May 4, 2024 with two ceremonies; the morning ceremony at 9:00 a.m. honoring all associate degrees and certificates that are non-nursing, and the afternoon ceremony at 1:00 p.m. honoring nursing certificates, degrees, and pinnings. Both commencement ceremonies were held at the Ketcham Community Center on the Main campus located in Trenton. Commencement was also livestreamed at piratesdigitialmedia.com.

This year marks the 97th NCMC commencement ceremony, with 502 degrees and certificates awarded to 449 individual graduates, including 109 associate in arts, 36 associate in arts in teaching, 198 associate in applied science, three associate in general studies, 11 associate in science and 145 certificates. The average graduate age is 24, with the oldest graduate being 59 and the youngest, 17. Graduates come from California, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, Oklahoma and Texas, along with the countries of Canada, the Dominican Republic, Kenya, Panama, the United States and Venezuela.

North Central Missouri College Distinguished Alumna and former President of State Fair Community College, Dr. Joanna Anderson, and Mike Poore, Chief Executive Officer of Mosaic Life Care, gave the commencement addresses. Dr. Anderson spoke at the 9:00 am morning ceremony, and Mike Poore was the 1:00 pm afternoon speaker. Faculty Senate President Amy Guthrie led the processional, and the Army National Guard 548th Transportation Company presented the colors. Faculty Marshalls were Sarah Bird, Maryellen Harman, Korynn Skipper, Sophia Swink, Janna Ingram, Jack Green, Vel Westbrook and Abby Bilby. NCMC student Sarabeth Michael sang the National Anthem for the both ceremonies and Sawyer McCallon, Student Senate President, provided the welcome and evocation. Dr. Tristan Londre, Vice President of Academic Affairs, presented the class,

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Humphreys Alumni Reunion

The Annual Humphreys Alumni will be held on Saturday, May 25 from 1-4 p.m. at the Humphreys Community Building. Those attending are asked to bring finger foods. Drinks and table service will be provided. All alumni, former students, teachers, family and friends are invited to attend.

NCMC Summer Hours

North Central Missouri College began operating on summer hours May 6 and will do so through August 9, 2024. Office hours for the public will be Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m for all locations. The Tutoring Center and NCMC Library hours will be Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. The Ketcham Community Center will be open Monday-Friday 5:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Saturday, 8:00 a.m.-200 p.m., and closed Sundays.

Summer School Meal Program

Trenton R-9 School District has announced that anyone 18 years of age or younger, as well as disabled adults over age 18, enrolled in school during the regular school year are eligible for free breakfast and lunch during summer school, which will be held May 22 to June 19. This includes students who are enrolled during the school year but chose not to attend Summer School. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-8:00 a.m., with lunch being served from 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Anyone with questions should contact Superintendent Daniel Gott at 660-359-3994.

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Trenton History Comes Down

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On Sunday, May 5, demolition began on the storm-damaged Wesley United Methodist Church building located on the corner of 9th St. and Washington in downtown Trenton. It was on May 6, 2023 that an EF-0 tornado inflicted significant damage to the roof of the 130-year-old structure, creating two large openings in the roof. Once the demolition is complete, plans include the construction of a smaller church building at the same location.

A Conversation with Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray

By Mark McLaughlin R-T Staff Writer

Grundy County Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray is a “Renaissance Man” if ever there was one.

A graduate of Trenton R-IX, Phillip attended NCMC before completing his Bachelor’s at Missouri Western State University. Ray is a local farmer and a music guy with several years as an instrumental music arranger and clinician. He can be seen from time to time with students in the Trenton R-IX instrumental music department or working the annual FFA Alumni BBQ during the North Central Missouri Fair. Phillip, wife Taya, and their children Caleb and Brooklynn reside in the Hickory community southwest of Trenton.

Any conversation with him on local government is sure to provide nuggets of information of which you never knew about, are momentarily incredulous, and then convinced… Ray never makes an argument that he hasn’t deeply researched, rarely asks a question for which he doesn’t already have an answer, and embodies the advice once received from an old Catholic Monsignor.

“Never deny, seldom confirm, but always distinguish.”

Ray explains that the job of Presiding Commissioner in the three-person group which includes Associate Commissioners Don Sager and Brad Chumbley, is providing a Grundy County presence on multiple area boards and committees among the various responsibilities within local county government.

Ray is the elected Chairman among all county commissioners for the office of

Workforce Development for 34 counties in North Missouri. “I can’t stand to see perfectly capable people rely on unemployment benefits for more than a very short time,” Ray said. “You can either DO or INSPIRE, and I believe there’s a role for EVERYONE to contribute.”

Ray feels that it is imperative to be visible and present in Jefferson City, meeting with officeholders, and educating them about regional needs along with the many things North Missouri has to offer.

“I’ve had the opportunity to visit several places and study abroad, but I find myself moving just a little bit quicker when I’m headed back home,” Ray said.

He is very high on the young people of the region. He leans in on making sure that lawmakers at the state level know about it by helping promote business, entrepreneurship, and manufacturing opportunities in the area to help place and retain a viable workforce.

He knows promotion of this area of the state is uphill. There is a preconceived notion that the counties north of U.S. 36 are the “badlands” if you live south of that throughway, and are “lapland” whereas north of the border, in many ways more like southern Iowa than a part of Missouri.

Ray didn’t state those points, but he is conversant in how you change that perception of the region.

“I have shaken a lot of hands in Jefferson City, and not all of them remember my name, but they remember where I’m from and what I advocate for this region of the state,” Ray said. “We represent the local population to the state level regarding their

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Derry Hoffman and Kathi Brewer are both members of the Main Street Trenton (MST) board and have been influential leaders in the Trenton community. They were nominated as a team for the Mary Means award, which was created to recognize leadership in the national Main Street program. Their shared vision has become a pivot foot for creating programs that support how Trenton embraces the future. They are keen on looking back toward the restoration of town heritage and old buildings, while molding a current work environment to support a thriving and vibrant downtown.

Every organization has a mission statement. Yet for successful non-profits, there must be those who work to establish the groundwork. There must be those who are the springboard for new projects, creating tension in-

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Old Glory flying at Five Points

Jackie

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and Dr. Lenny Klaver, President, confered the degrees. President Klaver, with President of the Board of Trustees, presented degrees and honors with Dr. Kristen Alley, Vice President of Student Affairs, giving the turning of the tassel. Chris Hoffman, trustee, and alumnus, provided the alumni with a welcome.

Also on Saturday, the Vicki Wheeler Honors brunch was held and recognized twenty-two NCMC graduates for their accomplishments. The NCMC Outstanding Student Award is given annually to only one student in each degree program. The faculty selects students based on academic merits, campus involvement and leadership in the classroom.

Students honored were Kelsey Gibler of Trenton,

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volved in expecting something wonderful and then delivering on this promise. For Trenton, Jackie and Kathi are the team who scheme and dream, laugh and network their way into initiatives that capture the imagination of residents across the lifespan. They create events and invite citizens and visitors to ‘come see’. Whether they are organizing bags for the holiday parade, or creating venue lists for the beer stroll or wine tasting, their incognito work knits together events. making one important sound for merchants and the town – ‘kaching’.

Their most recent accomplishment was bringing a Saturday’s Main Street farmer’s market to fruition from June to October. There was support for this initiative from the MST board, meaning a send-off, ‘do good work’. On Saturdays, early morning buzzed with booths, free to vendors if they brought items to sell that were home-grown, or personally created in a variety of ways. Coffee was brewed, kids rolled down the grassy knoll in the market center,

Associate in Arts; Craig Schachtele of Lexington, Associate in Science; Kaylor Farris of Trenton, Associate in Arts in Teaching; Joshua Eckert of Chillicothe, Agriculture & Natural Resources, AAS; Brenna Pierce of Lamoni, IA, Criminal Justice, AAS; Kaci Persell of Trenton, Business, AAS; Gannon Phelan of Oregon, Computer Science & Information Systems, AAS; Kody Cokerham of Meadville, Applied Technology, AAS; Jaclyn Pappert of Conception Junction, Early Childhood, AAS; Alexis Brown of Unionville, Behavioral Health Support, AAS; Ethan Shirk of Clarksdale, Industrial Technology, AAS; Michael Jones of Chillicothe, Medical Laboratory Technician, AAS; Madisen Hays of Chillicothe, Medical Assistant, AAS; Areona Hamilton of Bethany, Occupational Therapy As-

vendors shared stories, baskets were filled and tables emptied. It was a huge success. Over 1,000 people showed up one Saturday, encouraging storekeepers to think about the impact that can be made by the energy and actions of a few. Jackie and Kathi are committed to bringing people into town, drawn by a creative listing of events. It almost appears to be stealth-like, when another event pops up on the MST calendar. Creatively they infuse social, economic and cultural revitalization right under our noses! The reason two Trenton Missouri leaders were nominated to share this award is that they conceive, labor and birth projects together. Jackie works at the grassroots, creating the ideas and energy to launch the next MST project.

Kathi leads at the storefront, putting her reputation as a businesswoman near the famous Five Points flagpole to use. They both network, they weave Jackie’s ideas into fruition. For those of us who know the importance of teamwork, this is a stellar example of using creative energy, fun, and elbow grease for “good”, expecting nothing in return.

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The Vicki Wheeler Honors brunch was held Saturday, May 4.

uates for their accomplishments. The NCMC Outstanding Student award is given annually to only

in each degree program. The faculty selects students based on academic merits, campus involvement and leadership in the classroom.

sistant, AAS; Morgan Finley of Hardin, Surgical Technology, AAS; Jaycie Griffin of Trenton, Radiologic Technology, AAS; Mackenzie Meek of Osborn, Associate Degree of

One Saturday, seeing Kathi’s truck pull up, hauling Amish women and their goods to Farmer’s Market, small acts that contribute to big successes were recognized. Women who have grown, picked, canned, and bundled their produce to offer it for sale, needed faster transport than a buggy. Kathi knew their circumstances, saw the need, responded, and showed up.

Often these small acts of being leaders are unseen. Anonymous often appears after creative projects where there should have been unique signatures. Work is still being done by those who would rather not be recognized. However, currently, a glimpse of two very successful servant leaders who have made an impact in Main Street Trenton has been caught.

Kathi Brewer and Jackie Hoffman deserve as a team to be recognized for the contributions they make as volunteers in this small town of Trenton. They have created big projects that include all ages, reaching residents and populations at the end of the road, with initiatives that celebrate our shared humanity.

Nursing - Trenton; Roy Babcock of Saint Joseph, Associate Degree of Nursing - Savannah; Blake Roberts of Novinger, Associate Degree of Nursing - Online; Brylie Brincks of Ro-

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involvement on various local issues.”

“If I am active on the regional and statewide level and when a need arises, the relationship is already there,” Ray said. “I darken their door and rationalize our needs at the state level.” Ray’s priorities at the state level track with the overall role of County Commissioners – a focus on infrastructure and public safety.

“As we go to the state level we have 3 to 5 years of paperwork to back up what we advocate for,” Ray said. “I’ve worked with officials on steps to better daycare care locally and statewide.”

“Daycare is costly, and it is often more expensive for a working parent to get a job and place their kids in daycare than to stay home with them,” Ray said. “We’re working to streamline the processes that make it difficult for care providers to obtain and retain the many certifications required to provide services to working families. These efforts should not fall solely on the shoulders of taxpayers. Private investment is needed to move the needle in the long term.”

sendale, Practical Nursing Certificate - Trenton; Mia Roush of Maryville, Practical Nursing CertificateSavannah; and Kaitlin Gossling of Stanberry, Practical Nursing Certifi-

The Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant is a program designed to provide adults with the education and skills needed to enter the workforce in fields that are in high demand. Changes to the program made during the 2022 legislative session increased the number of eligible training providers and expanded the program to include apprenticeships. This program is particularly encouraging with the nationwide shortage of EMS workers.

Ray points to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and MODOT funding for the critical entities with whom the Commissioners work regarding roads, bridges, and supporting infrastructure. “Riverport money is another critical source of advancing business development and commerce and keeping it moving,” Ray said. “Ports are crucial to our economy and can save wear and tear on our surface transportation infrastructure.”

Ray, as noted serves as VP of the Green Hills Regional Planning Commission board, North Central Missouri Development Alliance, the North Central Missouri College President’s Council, the North Missouri Tourism Commission, and various other civic boards, panels, and committees

Discussion with Ray turned to the political posi-

cate - Bethany.

tions of candidates for governor calling for the abolishment of property tax, and the April election in which Grundy County residents approved the internet use tax.

Pointing to an Ozark County Times article, Ray said there was a connection between theinternet use tax and the potential abolishment of property tax. In the article, Ozark County Presiding Commissioner Terry Newton told the Times, “We’re getting pressure from our legislators to get (this tax) in place…There are grants and funding available throughout the year that we can’t even apply for if we don’t have this in place.”

Ray noted that personal property and real estate taxes equated to around $297,000 of revenue for the county budget in 2023.

The “use tax” is an instrument to address that.

Phillip Ray is busy, in perpetual motion. County Commission meetings are every Tuesday on the 2nd floor of the Court House beginning at 8:30. County workers and concerned citizens make “walk-in” visits to these meetings, which are about as direct as a person can be in the workings of the county.

The Commissioners are open, friendly, and they listen. It’s a good example of a part of government that can potentially work very well.

The NCMC Honors brunch is named after longtime NCMC faculty, the late Vicki Wheeler.

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Photo Courtesy of North Central Missouri College

The brunch recognized twenty-two NCMC grad-

one student

Darlene Marie Hamsher

Darlene Marie Hamsher passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at Joplin Gardens Nursing Home in Joplin.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 300 N Pennsylvania, Webb City, MO on Thursday, May 9, 2024. The visitation will be at 10 am followed by the Celebration of Life at 11 am. Burial will be at the Wild Rose Cemetery in Webb City.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Emmanuel Baptist Church building fund in memory of Darlene.

Darlene was born on May 30, 1935, near Salem, NE to Harold and Elizabeth (Allen) Crow. The family moved to Grundy County, MO in 1941. Darlene graduated from Trenton High School in 1952. Darlene married Richard “Dick” Dean on October 6, 1952. They were married for 49

On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Marylin Louise Whisler-Hoffman died in a Columbia, MO hospice house. Her death was due to a short but severe illness. A traditional service open to the public is being arranged and details will be available soon. A private graveside ceremony is planned for Saturday, May 11, at Maple Grove Cemetery. She loved teaching. Respected and admired by all, Mrs. Whisler-Hoffman’s 32-year tenure with the Trenton R-IX School District allowed her to influence and guide more than 1,000 students through her kindergarten and first grade classrooms. She taught more than just academics, however, she also taught how to be a good neighbor and citizen long before these character skills became part of standard curriculum. Because of her knowledge and education, Mrs. Whisler-Hoffman was invited to visit China that she might experience elementary education there.

Mrs. Whisler-Hoffman shared her lessons not only in Trenton, but she also taught in Rochester, MN, and one summer in Bath, England. At Trenton Junior College (now North Central Missouri College) she taught adults seeking General Education Diplomas (GED) as well as Children’s Literature to aspiring young teachers. One of the most important lessons she

years until his death on October 22, 2001. They had one daughter, Vickie. Darlene married Calvin “Keith” Hamsher on January 4, 2015.

Darlene worked as a Postmaster for the U.S. Postal Service for many years at the Galt Post Office. She retired in January 1999. Upon her retirement, they moved to Webb City.

Darlene loved the Lord and was always involved in church activities. She was a member of the Galt Christian Church until the move to Webb City, where she joined Emmanuel Baptist. She was a faithful prayer warrior. She was always busy doing volunteer work – she delivered Meals on Wheels; cooked meals at the church; did taxes for those who needed help.

Darlene loved her family, not just her immediate family but her large extended family. She devoted hours to genealogy research

passed on to her students and family was the importance of wit and sense of humor.

Throughout her career, Mrs. Whisler-Hoffman deliberately implemented what she learned during continuing education classes into her classroom.

Writing grants came easy to her and two of the more substantial grants were for S.M. Rissler’s outdoor classroom and another regarding classroom libraries, for which she won a state award.

Mrs. Whisler-Hoffman lived her life demonstrating positive actions in thought, word, and deed. She sent congratulations to her previous students when they graduated from high school. She had a great interest in the world, particularly nature, and challenged her pupils, and own children, to be aware of the adventures all around you.

Mrs. Whisler-Hoffman worked with the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, was a member of PEO Chapter MA in Columbia, Delta Kappa Gamma, the Missouri United Methodist Church and various other church and civic organizations.

Husbands preceding her in death were Bryce B Miller, Russell L. Whisler, and Charles D Hoffman. Survivors are Michelle Grisamore (Steve) of Galt, MO, Linda Teasley of Columbia, MO, Phillip Miller of Kansas City, MO, and

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of the various family branches and loved to tell anyone who would listen about her latest findings. She was responsible for organizing many family reunions over the years.

She is survived by Keith Hamsher and her daughter, Vickie (Warren) Brown; granddaughter, Brandy (David) Carlson; grandsons, Trevor (Nicole) Brown, Dustin (Becky) Brown and Cody Brown; great-granddaughters, Addysen Carlson, Addyson Johnson, Alexus Brown, Freyia Brown and Everleigh Brown; stepchildren, Carisa (John) Henkle, Tom (Mary) Hamsher and Brian (Melinda) Hamsher; stepgrandchildren, D. Elle (Gavin) Mcalister, Garrison and Colton Henkle. Additionally, two sisters-inlaw survive Darlene, Mary Lou (Dean) Polley and Esther (Crow) Pierce, numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Mary Patricia, Engelking (Craig Copland) of Vernon, British Columbia, Canada, five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

The family would like to extend an invitation to Mrs. Whisler-Hoffman’s students to participate in the celebration of her life and personal history by sending a copy of your Kindergarten picture and a second photo of you with either your current family or of you in your vocation. In other words, what you were like in her classes and what you grew into due to her influence as your teacher. In fact, following this same request, although for other teachers throughout your school career, would be appreciated and a nice way to honor not only Mrs. Whisler-Hoffman but also others like her.

Send pictures to: Marylin Whisler-Hoffman, 501 N Brookline Dr, Columbia, MO 65203

Send honorariums to: Slater-Neal Funeral Home, 813 Custer St, Trenton, MO 64683

Honorarium recipients: Caring Hearts and Hands Hospice House, 1307 W Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203

PEO Chapter MA, Lenora Miller, 1201 War Admiral Dr, Columbia, MO 65202

S.M. Rissler Elementary School, 801 W 4th Terr, Trenton, MO 64683

John H. Higgins was born January 4, 1941 in Trenton, the son of Howard and Urania (Klingensmith) Higgins. John departed this world on Friday, May 3, 2024, at his home, in Abilene, KS at the age of 83 years.

John graduated from Princeton High School in Princeton and was engaged in farming up until his marriage to Hope Layne on October 2, 1960 in Trenton.

Following his marriage, John pursued the marketing field and in 1973 joined the American Greeting Card Corporation - Cleveland, OH. John and Hope moved to Indianapolis, IN where John was a Zone Manager. While there he was chosen Salesman of the Year. In 1980 John made the decision to move back to Kansas to be nearer to his family. After moving back to Kansas, John covered the entire western part of Kansas with his territory until his retirement in

2003, retiring with honors, making many friends and business acquaintances along the way.

John was a family man who enjoyed hunting, history, gardening and reading. John was very devoted to his Masonic Lodge and participated in many of their fundraisers. He gave back to the Masonic Lodge by donating flooring and carpeting to the local lodge in Abilene. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years,

Tammy L. Kennedy

Tammy L. Kennedy, a resident of Trenton, MO passed away at 3:48 A.M. Sunday, May 5, 2024 at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, surrounded by family and friends.

Family visitation will be held Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Resthaven Mortuary, Trenton, MO. Following the visitation, the funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the mortuary. Burial will be in Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Trenton, MO.

Memorials to help with final expenses may be left with the mortuary.

Tammy was born November 27, 1972 in St. Joseph, MO and is the daughter of Mar-

Kenneth Elwood Wilson, age 77, of Spickard, MO, passed away on May 7, 2024 at Wright Memorial Hospital. He was born on March 7, 1947, in Trenton, MO. He graduated from Spickard High School in 1965 and obtained both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from Northeast Missouri State University. Mr. Wilson married Sara Zoe Ross on June 4, 1967 in Humphreys, MO, and they were married for nearly 57 years.

Kenneth dedicated 43 years to education, serving as an industrial arts teacher and principal. In addition to his career in education, he was a life-long cattle farmer and took great joy in hunting, reading, woodworking and leather crafting. He was a talented gunsmith. Supporting his children and grandchildren

Hope Higgins; daughter, Jeanette L. Parker of Wichita; sons. John W. Higgins of Abilene, Joseph Higgins and his wife, Courtney of Topeka and Jeffrey Higgins and his wife, Veronica of Abilene; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two grandchildren and his brother and sister.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at the Martin-Becker Carlson Funeral Home with Pastor Roger Walls officiating. He was laid to rest in the family mausoleum at the Abilene Cemetery, with Masonic Honors. Memorial contributions may be made at the First United Methodist Church or to the Masonic Lodge and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, KS 67410. Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.martinbeckercarlson.com

vin H. Justus Jr. and Karen Kay TreeseSpencer. In Tammy’s early years she was employed as a CNA and then took over the role as stay at home mom. Her survivors include one daughter, Brett Kennedy, Trenton, MO; one son, Zach Kennedy, Trenton, MO; her mother, Karen Spencer, Trenton, MO; two brothers, Patrick Snow, Trenton, MO and Michael Justus, St. Joseph, MO; and one sister, Amy Skidmore, St. Joseph, MO. She was preceded in death by her father and brother, Peter Justus.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

in their sporting endeavors was a favorite pastime. He served as a Boy Scout Leader and was a member of The Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family and his love for the land.

Survivors include his wife, Sara Wilson of the home, and children Scott Wilson (Robin), and Lynda Lynch (Scotty), all of Trenton. He is also survived by six granddaughters: Courtney Shore (Jeff), Taylor Ormsby (Michael), Samantha Lynch (Eryn Howe), Chandler Wilson (Cody White), Megan Lynch (Ryan Thomsen), and

Emily Lynch (Blake Cox). Surviving great-grandchildren include Carson, Luke, Maclin, Claire, Eli, Julian, Reid, Roselynn, Jamyson, Wilder and Kate. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elwood and Kathleen Wilson.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 9, from 5:30-6:30 pm at Resthaven Mortuary. Services will be held on Friday, May 10 at 10:00 am at Resthaven. Contributions in memory of Kenneth Elwood Wilson can be made to the Green Hills Animal Shelter. Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

John H. Higgins

John H. Higgins

Marylin L. Whisler-Hoffman

Kenneth Elwood Wilson

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Evelyn Marie (Goodrich) Trickel, 91, of Trenton, MO, passed away on April 30, 2024 of natural causes. From humble beginnings on a family farm in Hickory, MO, Evelyn led a varied life, defined by mission work, local philanthropy, higher education, and devout Christian faith. She was the second of four daughters of Clifford and Mildred (Akers) Goodrich. Born August 15, 1932, she treasured her childhood in rural Missouri, working on the family farm and attending the one-room Shelburne school house. In 1951 she married Roy Lee Brummitt, her high-school sweetheart, with whom she had two children, Richard Brummitt and Margaret (Brummitt) Chapman.

After the untimely death of Roy Lee at 27 years of age, Evelyn moved to Columbia, MO with her two children where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Education. Shortly after returning home to Grundy County, she was engaged to Robert Trickel, who would go on to be her husband for 38 years. Bob and Evelyn had three more children – David, Gary, and Brent Trickel. At 52 years of age, Evelyn returned to school at the University of Central Missouri to pursue a Master’s of Science in Adult, Career, and Technical Education.

Evelyn’s passion was to serve the Lord by loving people around the world. A true humanitarian and proud Christian, she dedicated her life to the service of Jesus and was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church, Trenton. Beyond her own congregation, Evelyn traveled the world in service of those in need. She traveled to Russia in 1986 as part of an education exchange, before the dissolution of the USSR. When she was 81 she made her final two international mission trips, going to Haiti as part of a medical mission project. Later that year she celebrated her 81st birthday

in London, returning from a mission trip to Kosovo, where she worked with abused women. Age and distance were no barrier to her compassion. For as much international mission work that she did, Evelyn may best be remembered for her love of the community in which she lived - the list of community projects is almost too many to count. She used her education degrees serving as both a teacher and substitute high school teacher and later as an instructor and leader for the Adult Basic Education program at NCMC, helping students, young and old, to earn their GED. She taught English as a Second Language to local immigrants well into her eighth decade of life. You may have seen her and her sister, Margaret Rice, at the Church Women United Thrift Store where they provided leadership. Evelyn served as the Regent of the Dorcas Richardson chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, was a member of the R-9 School board, the Grundy County Museum Board, and the Trenton City Council community beautification committee. For many years, Evelyn served as an evening monitor at the Green Hills Women’s Shelter. Evelyn spent nearly her life in and around Trenton, MO – a place she proudly called home.

As a researcher and author, Evelyn co-wrote two books about the Orphan

Train movement in the early 1900s and consulted on a documentary movie. Her deep roots in the community contributed to the Pictorial History of Grundy County and her work editing the two volume history - Grundy County Missouri And Its People.

Evelyn is survived by four children, Richard Brummitt (Sharon) of Kansas City, MO, Margaret Chapman (Johne) of Kearney, MO, David Trickel of Dunlap, MO and Brent Trickel (Marla) of Salt Lake City, UT; 15 grandchildren; and 19 greatgrandchildren. She also is survived by two sisters, Karen Prewitt of Trenton, MO and Margaret Ann (John) Rice plus many nieces and nephews. Evelyn was preceded in death by two husbands, Roy Lee Brummitt and Robert Trickel; one son, Gary Trickel; one granddaughter, Katelyn Trickel; her parents; and one sister, Mary Louise (Orville) Melvin.

Evelyn was a loyal, hardworking, kind and generous soul with a great love for her hometown. Anyone who met her was a better person for it. Evelyn loved the Lord and longed for the day to be in His presence.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to: International Association for Refugees, P.O. Box 1405, Wheaton, IL 60187 https://www.iafr.org/donate * Refugee ScholarshipsKakuma * Bibles for Refugees * Refugee Church Building Project Memorials may also be left with First Baptist Church.

Condolences maybe left online at: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/gladstone-mo/evelyntrickel-11792923

Memorial Service: 11:00

a.m. Saturday, June 15, 2024 at First Baptist Church, Trenton, MO. The family will receive friends 10:00-11:00 a.m., prior to the memorial service.

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by Mark McLaughlin R-T Staff Writer

One hundred forty-five college campuses across the country caught fire in the last three weeks following Iran’s spectacular “fail” of a missile attack on Israel.

What started out as calls for a cease-fire in Gaza before the IDF(Israeli Defense Force) rolls into Rafah to finish the job of rooting out Hamas terrorists has morphed into a demand that colleges completely cut all ties with Israel, and this little nugget…Killing Jews and pushing them from “the river to the sea” is their ultimate objective.

Translation. Total annihilation of the Jewish people. Total destruction of the state of Israel.

Jewish students are being denied access to campuses, libraries, dormitories, lecture halls and food services. Jewish professors are being assaulted and beaten with regularity.

And college Presidents from Harvard to Columbia to Penn cannot agree on the “context” under which “Kill the Jews” is hate speech, and subject to discipline ranging from suspension to expulsion for students participating in protests, occupation of college buildings and spaces, and conflicts with police.

The protests are fed and encouraged by college faculty, supported by outside sources such as the Ford Foundation, the Rockefeller Foundation and the Tides/Open Society thugs courtesy of George Soros.

From New York, to Los Angeles to New Haven, police have broken up the encampments, swept up the protestors, and found something interesting…Generally, more than half of the arrested are not students at all, but professional agitators infiltrating the protests to turn them violent.

These are the same anarchist, brown shirt type thugs that organized and led the BLM riots of 2020. After a three year hiatus, Antifa is dusting off their black suits, clubs and beautifully printed and designed protest signs. The agitators are doing their stretching exercises…

of the college library. I suppose one could hope…

The dilemma we face with free speech, the right to assembly and petition is this … Ours is one of the only countries in the world that guarantees you the right to loudly chant “Death to America… Death to the Jews!!!” and cannot act to dissuade those from doing it until they cross a line of criminality.

Is there a point where a protestor on a bullhorn loudly announces, “We do not support Hamas…we ARE Hamas, and we call for intifada in the United States.” where that gasbag is not picked up by the FBI or Homeland Security and questioned as a potential terrorist threat to the country?

Or would that be…fascist?

Of those protesting on these campuses over the last few weeks, many of them are students here on foreign student visas, and college scholarships. If they loudly call for “Death to America” and to destroy the entire system of our society, while moving us towards our own “American Final Solution” for the Jewish people, should those people not be swept up, arrested, stripped of their visas and scholarships, and shipped back home to the desert, the checkered scarves and the eight goats that they left when they came here?

Or would that be…fascist?

The limp-wristed response of our President, the Democratic Party leadership and Governors of these states(some, not all…Texas, Georgia and Florida said… you’re not doing this crap here) is not based on the safety of Jewish citizens, it is based on the fealty of the Muslim vote (not an insignificant bloc) in North Carolina, Michigan and Wisconsin.

Pro-Palestinian forces have so turned up the heat on Joe Biden, that despite his otherwise credible record on the relationship between the United States and Israel, that Biden has to keep an eye on Dearborn, Michigan and Ilhan Omar’s ridiculous district in Minneapolis to keep them happy…

protest hamstrings Biden from any effective, or morally correct stance on supporting Jewish citizens and college students in our country. I have my ears open all the time, waiting to hear a reporter actually spill a telling word that suggests the truth that they don’t want us to really know or understand. It was a CNN reporter (no kidding) that made the observation that what he was seeing on the Columbia campus, and what the “students” were calling for, was revolution That caught my attention. Back to the problem with free speech … We are unparalleled in the modern world by our philosophical determination to hear out every stupid, outrageous, wildly inflammatory idea out there.

We sit quietly with our hands folded while speakers come out and say,”we need to bring in new voters to replace these rural Trump cultists who want to ruin our democracy.” We watch dispassionately and calmly while a speaker sits on a panel and flat says, “we need to end the United States, tear it down brick by brick, and rebuild it the way we want it.”

Do we have to listen to this? No, we choose to. Do we need to have jackbooted FBI agents storm homes, mosques, college campuses, union halls and churches to arrest every seditionist, revolutionary, radical ideologue who, in our face, talks about raising the ISIS flag over the White House?

Or would that be…fascist?

Our nation has a responsibility to us to protect us, all of us, from all enemies, foreign and domestic. Our leaders swear to it when they take their oath of office. When protest becomes rebellion, or has the intent to become revolution, it needs to be put down, stamped out, and isolated.

Or would that be…fascist? No. The right to free speech extends to the end of your nose, and when it invades my bubble, then the rule of law and need to keep order trump (freudian slip) the freedom of speech.

In the movie “Hoosiers”, a militant father out for the head of Coach Norman Dale says this to Coach Dale, a “disruptor: uprooting the norms of ‘how things have always been done’”.

“You know, if you want to run around naked and howl at the moon, that’s fine, but if you bring it to my living room, that’s something I kinda need to deal with.”

roasted potatoes, carrots, pineapple, wheat bread.

Friday-Breaded chicken on bun, tomato and cottage cheese, zucchini, fruit juice, chocolate chip cookie. (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.)

It would be awful to tear a rotator cuff from throwing a bike rack through the window

That they plan to set Chicago on fire during the DNC convention this summer in

We are dealing with a mob of “naked howlers”...it’s time to put an end to them.

Evelyn Marie (Goodrich) Trickel

Evelyn Trickel

Resound Fest Returns to Miracle Hills Ranch

On June 7-8, Resound Fest will return to Miracle Hills Ranch in Bethany for its 14th year. The FREE Christian music festival promises a weekend full of uplifting music and a message of hope for all who attend.

Music at the festival kicks off on Friday, June 7, at 3 p.m. and wraps up after the Community Worship Service on Sunday, June 9 at 9 a.m. On-site camping is also available, making Resound Fest the perfect affordable summer vacation for the whole family.

Resound Fest 2024 will feature We Are Messengers, Ben Fuller, Cochren & Co., Ryan Ellis, Caleb & John, Terrian, Break the Fall, Mitch Lang-

ley and Joe Guerra, as well as The Band Jaren & Nextera.

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

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

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

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Ol Jerry and the Flood of 1924

Editor’s Note: This story was submitted by Rick Neff, as told to him by the late Max Oyler.

I was born in my mother’s parents’, Joseph and Isabel Moore, home in Washington Township, Grundy County. Later on my parents bought a farm in Harrison Township, west of Tindall across the Weldon River. One of my earliest memories is seeing a huge steam shovel in about 1923 digging a trench to straighten the Weldon River. It piled huge ridges of dirt on each side of the trench as it went down to the junction of the Thompson River.

We had pasture bordering the west side of the Weldon River and after some big rains in 1924, the river got out of its banks and there was lots of flooding. A half dozen of our horses were isolated on a little patch of ground with water rushing all around them. There was nothing we could do right then, but the next day the water

had gone down some, so my cousin, John Graham, 16, and I, six years old, got on our horses and rode out in the mud and water after them. They were reluctant, but we knew we had to get them away from the river to higher ground.

After we drove them away from the water, we realized that we were one horse short. There were still tall ridges of dirt, now mud, on each river bank from the river bed being dug the year before. We tracked him along the river bank, then we saw where the bank had given way and the horse, a young sorrel gelding named Jerry, had slipped into the raging river. We figured he was gone for good, so we rode back home.

But, a couple of days later, my uncle, Novy Oyler, was driving his team to Tindall when he spotted Jerry grazing in a pasture about a mile down the river and across on the east side.

He must have swum the river and either over the fence or up a ravine to get in the pasture. He had swum for his life for about 15 minutes in the swirling water and debris. He had to have a strong constitution since many farm animals drowned during the flood.

Uncle Novy caught him and put a halter on him and started leading him home, but when they came to a low spot in the road with water standing, Jerry wouldn’t cross. He had developed a huge fear of water, even just a few inches. So, Novy tied him to the back of his wagon and pulled him through three or four mud holes till he got his confidence back. It was a big surprise when Novy came leading him home to us and in really good condition. He became locally famous for his big swim. We used him in the field, but sometimes also to ride. Dad kept Ol Jerry till he died.

Rotarians Hear About THS Spring Sports

Trenton High School spring sports was the topic of a program presented to the Trenton Rotary Club at its meeting on Thursday, May 2 at the BTC Bank community room. Jackie Soptic presided at the meeting, Phil Hoffman gave the prayer and Steve Taylor was sergeant at arms.

Program Chairman Daniel Gott introduced the THS spring sports coaches, with each telling about their seasons thus far.

Boys Golf Coach Travis Mullenix said he had five team members, including three juniors, one sophomore and one freshman. The team finished the regular season with a 5-5 headto-head record and have shown much improvement since the start of the season.

Kiefer Tolson and Riley Gott recently finished in the top 4 at the Lawson/KCI Conference Golf Tourna-

ment and in the top 6 in the GRC Golf Tournament. The team played in the Class 3 district golf tournament on Friday, May 3, with the state tournament being May 13-14 in Smithville.

Girls Track Coach Chris Parks and Boys Track Coach Trey Shields each have 15 team members. The girls team has three juniors, six sophomores and six freshmen and has competed strongly in all meets this year. Shields said the boys team is very young with only one senior, Robert Muselman, and three juniors. Both teams were scheduled to be in district competition on Saturday, May 4 at Chillicothe.

Boys Tennis Coach David Sager has seven players, including one senior, Brayden Sager, who is also playing baseball as a secondary spring sport. The

team has compiled a record of 9-4 and was scheduled to host the individual district tournament on Saturday, May 4. The team will also play its team district competition at Trenton. There are five teams in the Trenton district.

Assistant Boys Baseball Coach Brad Ewald said 17 boys make up the THS team this year. There are three seniors and the team has a record of 10-8. A highlight of the season was defeating number two stateranked Putnam County, giving them their first loss of the year. Trenton is the second seeded team in

Class 3, District 16 and will play Lathrop on May 13 in Lathrop.

During the business meeting, a request was read from Bright Futures Trenton for assistance from Rotary in securing funding for shelving needs. Members were in agreement to seek a District Rotary Grant for this purpose. It was announced that the chamber food drive would be held on June 6 in front of HyVee, with food collections being donated to the local food pantry.

The program for the May 9 meeting will be presented by Bruce Constant.

FRIDAY

Trenton Area Calendar of Events

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.

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.

Grundy County Health Department, Children’s Immunizations by Appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Nurse Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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, Laredo Community Building, 1 p.m.

TUESDAY

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

Grundy County Health Department, Children’s Immunizations by Appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Nurse Services by appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Spickard Coffee Club, Wise Community Center, 8 a.m. Domestic Violence/Anger Management Group, North Central Missouri Mental Health Center, 7 to 9 p.m. North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Fun Night, 6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Grundy County Health Department, Immunizations by Appointment, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.. North 65 Center: 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: Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Early Bird Bingo, 6:00 p.m.; Regular Bingo, 6:45 p.m. Drive-through Commodity Distribution and Senior Box pick up, Community Food Pantry, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

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American Legion Working for Veterans Every Day

By Mark McLaughlin R-T Staff Writer

There have been 1.8 million Americans who have taken an oath to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution from all enemies, foreign and domestic who redeemed their oath with their lives.

The American Legion has served veterans of all service branches, whether they were in combat zones or served the military in peacetime for years.

The Legion has led the way on educating the public and applying pressure on lawmakers to honor the promises made to veterans for medical care and services, financial assistance, mental health care and serves, at each local post level, as a gathering place and support system for the men and women who

served their country dating back to World War I and beyond.

Historically, American military veterans have been revered, except for a shameful dozen years or so during the Vietnam War, but there is history going back to Revolutionary War days where promises to veterans have gone unfulfilled.

Following the conclusion of the Revolutionary War, former soldiers who had not been paid as promised by the Continental Congress rebelled against the government, and launched what became known as the Newburgh Conspiracy, presenting to General George Washington a proposal that would make him king. Washington replied to the leaders of the movement that he would see

them hanged if they proceeded with their action. He moved with the Congress to get them paid.

In 1932, in the throes of the Great Depression, The “Bonus Army” 43,000 former military veterans set up encampments on the Washington Mall demanding that their promised “bonuses” be released to them in an attempt to survive economically. General Douglas MacArthur led a military detachment to the Mall, moved out the protestors, killing one.

In the mid 2010’s, the Veteran’s Administration was rocked by a scandal purporting that hospital administrators were providing bonuses to staff to limit outputs of costs on veteran’s care.

Veterans were delayed in getting needed appoint-

ments and procedures for weeks and months, with many veterans dying for a lack of the needed medical services.

The debacle of failing Veterans Administration services, especially in the Phoenix VA hospital, led to a nationwide “rising up” of awareness on how veterans were being cared for, and resulted in numerous pieces of legislation to change the “status quo” on how vets were being treated.

Perhaps most important, veterans requiring health care, consultations, or procedures, could now take their VA benefits to any local or area hospital or doctor, minimizing the costs of their travel, and speeding up the process for getting them the care they needed.

The Legion has helped provide the “push” on this for over 100 years.

The Trenton American Legion Post 31 has a history of veteran service going back to it’s inception in August of 1920. Named after Major Dale Stepp, a captain in the Missouri National Guard headquartered in Crowder Park, and who gave his life in World War I, the post has been in continuous operation since.

Missouri is notable for American Legion organization with four zones, 17 Districts and 348 posts. More than 60,000 Missouri veterans belong to the Legion, and Post 31, at it’s height in 1941 had over 454 members.

Post 31 has been the home to many leaders at the state level, including former Legion State Adjutant Arnie Arneson, a prolific “Gold Brigadier” responsible for the recruit-

ment of dozens of past veterans to the local post. A former bank vice president, and involved in many aspects of community service, Arneson’s life purpose is the promotion of the American veteran and the vitality of Post 31.

At age 90, Arneson, who served between 1953-56 in Europe at the heart of the Cold War, is just getting started.

“When I looked at the history of the Legion, I could not believe that veterans basically received no help at all until 1943,” Arneson said. “The American Legion has always been the push behind the recognition of and service to veterans.”

The Legion was founded by Lt. Colonel Theodore Roosevelt, who would go on to become the 26th President of the United States. Notable early members were Medal of Honor winner Alvin York, “Wild Bill” Donovan, the World War II leader of the Office of Strategic Services(OSS) that preceded formation of the Central Intelligence Agency(CIA) and many other notables.

The Legion organized around the principles of

1 - Veterans

2 - National Security

3 - Americanism

4 - Children and Youth

The Legion sponsored over 400 programs, including American Legion baseball (1925), scholarship and oratorical contest programs for high school students, and the pivotally important American Legion Boys and Girls State programs, which take student participants from local schools and immerse them in the concepts of local and state government with week

long leadership training.

The Legion also initiated the State Patrol Cadet program, designed to introduce young people to law enforcement with the Missouri State Patrol.

The staying power of these programs with and for young people is rock-solid and still has tremendous impact over thousands of young people every year.

The Legion helped to found and start the Ronald McDonald House hospice program, providing parents and families with lodging, food and support when their children required emergency or long term hospitalization, hundreds of Veterans Homes around the country, and were the driving force behind the formation of the Veteran’s Administration, signed into law by President Herbert Hoover in 1930, and now with 54-VA hospitals around the country.

In 1944, Congress pushed forward the G.I. Bill, which provided returning servicemen with funds for education, government backing on loans, unemployment allowances, and job funding assistance, and became known as the G.I. Bill of Rights.

The end of World War II brought an awareness of the citizenry of the absolute and indispensable nature of military veterans, the sacrifices of they and their families, and their ability to “hold the line” against tyranny, terror, and threats to Democracy world wide.

Post 31 meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at its Post location on 17th Street, four blocks from the Fire Department, and just three blocks east of the 17th Street overpass in the old Casey’s convenience store location.

Post 31 is led by commander Danny Shuler and adjutant Vince Fender.

ACROSS MISSOURI

Public Comment Period Opens on 2025-2029 Draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program

JEFFERSON CITY – The draft FY 2025-2029 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) was presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission today, kicking off a 30-day public review and comment period.

The draft STIP makes available $13.8 billion of federal and state revenues for all modes of transportation over the next five years. Of the $13.8 billion, the draft STIP details $9.9 billion in road and bridge construction contractor awards, averaging approximately $2 billion per year. It also contains programming details for the remaining $2.4 billion of

General Revenue for the Improve I-70 program, which in full includes $2.8 billion for the costs to plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate and repair three lanes in each direction on nearly 200 miles of the corridor. In the past 10 years, MoDOT and its construction partners have completed 4,206 projects with a program value of $11.1 billion, but it was delivered $536 million below budget and 93 percent on time.

“The investments made in this year’s STIP fund another 1,400 projects providing transportation improvements to communities across the state,” said MoDOT Director Patrick McKenna. “The General

Assembly and the Governor’s continued support with General Revenue addresses previously unfunded needs that provide safety and economic benefits to all Missourians.”

The draft FY 2025-2029 STIP lists transportation projects planned by state and regional planning agencies for fiscal years 2025-2029 (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2029) and reflects the transportation needs of communities across the state.

The proposed program is available for public review. Those interested in seeing the program or offering comments can contact MoDOT by email at STIPcomments@ modot.mo.gov, by calling cus-

tomer service at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636), or by mail to Transportation Planning, Program Comments, P.O. Box 270, Jefferson City, MO 65102. The program is also available on MoDOT's website: modot.org/DRAFTSTIP. The formal comment period ends May 30, 2024.

The summary of comments will be presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission following the public review period. After reviewing the summary of comments and the final transportation program, it will be considered for approval at the July 10 MHTC meeting.

GRM Networks Awards

$8,000 in Scholarships to Area

High School Seniors

GRM Networks places great importance on the opportunity for higher education for rural youth. Each year, the company offers six scholarships to area high school students in Missouri and Iowa through the GRM Networks Scholarship Program. A combined total of $8,000 in scholarships was awarded this year to the following recipients:

• Saryn Brown, North Nodaway R-6 High School, Hopkins - $2,000

• Emma Walkup, Princeton R-5 High School, Princeton - $1,500

• Brett Otto, NewtownHarris R-3 High School, Newtown $1,500

• Mia Shanks, Mormon Trail Community School District, Humeston, Iowa$1,000

• Madilynn Lumsden, Brookfield R-3 High School, Brookfield - $1,000

• Laina Ward, Gilman City R-4 High School, Gilman City - $1,000

GRM Networks founded the scholarship program in 2016 to support area high school students who wish to further their education. Eligible applicants must:

• be a graduating high school senior with at least a “C” or a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 point scale

• have a parent or legal guardian who is an active member of GRM Networks in good standing at the application deadline

• be accepted as a fulltime student by an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, trade school or other post-secondary institution

Scholarship recipients will receive their award upon completion of their first college semester, which must be within the first year of their high school graduation. Recipients must also submit an unofficial transcript within 60 days of the end of their first semester showing proof of maintaining a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 point scale.

GRM Networks is a

member owned cooperative that provides communication services to customers located within a 4,500 square mile area that covers 44 exchanges in Northern Missouri and Southern Iowa. GRM Networks is dedicated to delivering reliable, advanced communications technology while providing an exceptional customer experience. GRM Networks is committed to promoting and investing in its local communities. LTC Networks® and SCC Networks® are subsidiaries of GRM Networks. For more information about GRM Networks, visit grm.net.

Trenton Middle School has announced its Students of the Quarter for the fourth quarter of

school year. Students are selected based on the following criteria: academic performance, character, behavior, effort, social relationship and attendance. Students may only receive this honor once in their

career.

Those receiving Student of the Quarter honors at TMS include, from left, fifth graders Audriana Brush, daughter of Kelsy and Kaleb Grim and Lakota Carrel, son of Frances Stollings and Chris Hood; sixth graders Lillian Swank, daughter of Stephanie and Justin Swank and Wyatt Curtin, son of Jerri Roberts and Mike Curtin; seventh graders Hayden Ferguson, daughter of Bethany Kottman and Jeremy Hudson and Fisher Young, son of Haylee Young and Aaron Young; and eighth graders Zariah Vehikite, daughter of Faletofa Aso and Rylee Hall, son of Josette Hall and Felicia and Andrew Terhune.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton Middle School

the 2023-24

middle school

Photo Courtesy of Trenton R-IX School District

On Wednesday, May 1, seven students were inducted into the Trenton chapter of the National Honor Society during a ceremony held at the Trenton Performing Arts Center. Students honored for their dedication to academic excellence and service included, from left, Kiefer Tolson, Ali Cox, Kaegen Croy, Arianna Ortega, Baylee McCullough, Kaidence Griffith and Abby Simpson.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton R-IX School District

In a ceremony held Wednesday, May 1 at the Trenton Performing Arts Center, seven students were honored for their dedication to academic excellence and service as they were inducted into the Trenton chapter of the National Junior Honor Society. Those honored include, from left, Jerielle Stark, Eva Pagel, Morgan Smith, Gabriel Makovec, Jobie Johnson, Logan Harris and Ross Maloney.

Brett Otto Newtown-Harris R-III HS

Emma Walkup Princeton R-V HS

Laina Ward Gilman City R-IV HS

Extension Notes

by University of Missouri Extension

by Jim Crawford, Field Specialist in Agricultural Engineering, MU Extension

My Tuesday morning started off with a call from one of my favorite gardeners. She had been cleaning her flower beds over the weekend and apparently some of the weeds she pulled were poison ivy. She wanted to know if soaking the blisters in an oatmeal bath was still the “recommended” treatment for poison ivy. Each year I receive several inquiries about poison ivy, so I thought it was time to lay to rest some of the myths of these plants.

MYTH: Poison ivy and poison oak only grow as small shrubs or vines.

FACT: Both plants are in the Sumac family. Both normally grow as shrubs from 3 to 10 feet tall, but they also grow as woody vines that twine around trees and larger shrubs. These vines can be up to 6 inches in diameter.

MYTH: Poison ivy and poison oak are hard to identify.

FACT: They actually are readily identified by their leaves. The leaves grow in groups of three on a common stem and resemble oak or ivy leaves. Each of the three slightly glossy, sharply pointed green leaflets of poison ivy has a stalk. Poison oak leaves have a more rounded tip with the leaves resembling an oak leaf. The undersides of poison oak leaves are covered with hair and are always a lighter green than the tops. Only the center leaflet on poison oak has a stem. The general rule to remember is “Leaves of three, let them be!”

MYTH: Only the leaves can cause an irritation.

FACT: All parts of the plants except the pollen contains an extremely poisonous substance called urushiol. Poisoning occurs when this oil contacts the skin causing painful irritation and blistering. Sensitivity to this irritant is ac-

quired by repeated exposure to the plants. It may take 610 exposures to the toxin before you develop a sensitivity great enough to cause an irritation. The bad news is once you have developed this sensitivity, any exposure is likely to cause a breakout.

MYTH: Your skin starts to break out immediately upon being infected.

FACT: Symptoms can begin within a few hours after contact or can arise 3 to 5 days later depending on one’s sensitivity and the extent of contact. The oil must penetrate the skin before it can start to work. Irritation rarely occurs on the palms, scalp, or soles of your feet because the outer skin in these areas is very tough and difficult for the oil to penetrate. If you wash the oil off your skin before it penetrates (within 5 minutes) the reaction can either be avoided or greatly reduced. Since this toxin is oil based, simply rinsing off with water will tend to spread the oil around increasing the area of exposure. A strong soap with COLD water, alcohol or bleach is best to break down the oil and remove it from the skin surface. Once the oil penetrates the skin, washing will not improve the situation.

MYTH: Scratching the blisters or the fluid oozing from the blisters will spread the poison to other parts of the body.

FACT: The liquid in the blisters is body fluids and can not spread the rash. If the chemical has not been completely washed off the skin, touching affected areas and then another part of the body can transfer the chemical and thus the rash. Similarly, the rash can not be passed between people unless the chemical is present. The major harm that comes from scratching the affected areas is the risk of infection. Scratching opens the skin surface and can allow infections to develop.

AGRICULTURE

MYTH: The rash and itching last several weeks.

FACT: The rash is usually self-limited – it is at it’s worst after about 5 days and gradually improves within a couple of weeks. At first, the skin that has been exposed becomes red, and then bumps and blisters appear. This is usually accompanied by itching and sometimes swelling. After reaching their peak in several days, the blisters break, and oozing sores begin to crust over and disappear.

MYTH: Burning is a good way to get rid of poison ivy or poison oak.

FACT: Smoke from burning these plants can be extremely harmful. The oil is not volatile at bonfire temperatures, however, droplets of oil on the ash can transmit the rash to the skin. Inhalation of such smoke can result in poisoning the lungs that can require hospitalization.

MYTH: The oil is no longer dangerous after a few hours.

FACT: The oil can remain toxic for up to a year and some sources say 5 years! All tools and equipment should be thoroughly washed after exposure to the toxin. All clothing that has become contaminated should be isolated and washed separately from other clothing. Clothes should be washed two to three times with hot water, soap and either bleach or ammonia to ensure the oil is removed from the clothes. You should then rinse the washer by running it with no clothes in the tank to ensure all oil is removed from the system.

And yes, oatmeal baths are a good home remedy for poison ivy itch, as they can relieve skin irritation and can help dry up the rash. Hydrocortisone creams will also help reduce the need to scratch. Over-the-counter allergy medications such as Benadryl® (diphenhydramine) or Zyrtec® (cetirizine) can counter your allergic reaction to urushiol. If the rash is severe, covers a large area of our body, painful beyond the urge to scratch or persists for more than a week, see your doctor for advice.

For more information stop by your University of Missouri Extension office and ask for MU Guide Sheet G4880 Poison Ivy: Identification and Control

Moving Houseplants Outside for Summer

By Kathi Mecham, Field Specialist in Horticulture, MU Extension

If you are anything like me, you are ready for your houseplants to be moved outdoors. I’m ready to reclaim my house and by the looks of the plants they are ready to be set free outdoors.

It is still a little early to set houseplants outside. By mid to late May temperatures will be more consistent and hopefully winds will have died down enough that the plants can go outdoors. You run the risk of severely damaging plants if they are set outside now.

When moving the plants out for the first time place them in a sheltered area. Having been inside all winter their leaves are not used to the sun yet and they may burn just like we do. Tuck them in the corner of a porch, or under a covered patio. You can also put them under a tree or behind shrubs, anywhere they will receive protection from the sun and wind.

In about 7-10 days they can be moved to a more exposed spot for the summer. Remember most houseplants still need to be

North Central Missouri College AG

the 2024-25 school year. Those elected to office include, from

Jacob Boone of King City, 1st Vice President; Levi Johnson of Trenton,

Hall of Novelty, 2nd Vice President; and Karli O’Donnell

back row, Student Representatives Kaydence Clevenger of Gallatin, Kaden Garrison of Boss, Johannes Oaks of Newtown, Cooper Berry of Maysville and Sam Miller of Albany.

The National PAS Organization was founded in 1980 in Kansas City. Its mission is to provide opportunities for individual growth, leadership, and career preparation. North Central Missouri College is a charter member of both the Missouri and National PAS organizations.

North Central Missouri College offers Associate of Applied Science and Associate of Arts transfer degrees which emphasize Agriculture & Natural Resources, along with certificates in Ag Business, Ag Operations Technology, Crop Production, Equine and Livestock Management. For more information about these programs or AG Club/PAS, contact Agriculture Instructors Jack Green (jagreen@mail.ncmissouri.edu) or Rustin Jumps (rjumps@mail.ncmissouri.edu) or (660) 359-3948 x1336/1314.

Extension Notes

by University of Missouri Extension

by

Jessica Trussell, MU Extension Field Specialist in Human Development and Family Science

Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by a federal agency, the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM is a time to recognize older Americans' contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm commitments to serving the older adults in our communities.

sheltered from all day sun. A place that receives dappled sunlight is best.

Pots dry out quicker outside. Check your plants often for water. They can even be submerged in water to give them a thorough watering. Check plants now for repotting. It is much easier to repot plants outside than inside. For most plants, only going up one pot size is enough. Make sure the new pot has drainage holes and use a quality potting mix.

You can start fertilizing your plants now before they go outside. Once you start seeing new growth it is time to fertilizer. Fertilize once a month during the summer.

Plants really ‘come alive’ when they are moved outdoors. They benefit from the outside light and rain. Plants also dress up a porch or patio area. Enjoy the beautiful weather now and soon your indoor plants will too.

For more questions on houseplants and their care please send them to mechamk@missouri.edu or call me at 660542-1792.

This year’s theme, "Powered by Connection," focuses on the profound impact that meaningful connections have on the wellbeing and health of older adults — a relationship underscored by the U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community.

When thinking about social connection, it is not just about having someone to

chat with, it is about the transformative potential of community engagement in enhancing mental, physical, and emotional well-being. By recognizing and nurturing the role that connectedness plays, we can mitigate issues like loneliness, ultimately promoting healthy aging for more Americans.

How can community groups, businesses, and organizations mark Older Americans Month?

• Spread the word about the mental, physical, and emotional health benefits of social connection through professional and personal networks.

• Encourage social media followers to share their thoughts and stories of connection using hashtag #PoweredByConnection to inspire and uplift.

• Promote opportunities to engage, like cultural activities, recreational programs, and interactive virtual events.

• Connect older adults with local services, such as counseling, that can help them overcome obstacles to meaningful relationships and access to support systems.

• Host connection-centric events or programs where older adults can serve as mentors to peers, younger adults, or youths. What can individuals do to connect?

• Invite more connection into your life by finding a new passion, joining a social club, taking a class, or trying new activities in your community.

• Stay engaged in your community by giving back through volunteering, working, teaching, or mentoring.

• Invest time with people to build new relationships and discover deeper connections with your family, friends, colleagues, or neighbors.

As we celebrate Older Americans Month and its emphasis on the power of connection, let's remember that nurturing relationships is a year-round endeavor. Whether it's through joining social groups like bridge or Bunko, or simply enjoying outdoor activities with a friend, prioritizing meaningful connections enriches our lives every day. Take time to make it a priority.

POISON IVY: FACTS AND MYTHS

Photo Courtesy of North Central Missouri College

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CELEBRATING OLDER AMERICANS MONTH: POWERED BY CONNECTION

Local High School Seniors Named to Lions All-Star Teams

Missouri Lions District 26-M4 is honored to announce the 2024 All-Star Classic Basketball Teams players. The event will take place at Penney High School in Hamilton Saturday, June 1 with the girls game starting at 6 p.m.

“We are extremely grateful for the coaches and schools that nominated these outstanding players for this year’s All-Star basketball games,” said Lion James Pedersen, District 26-M4 All-Star Basketball committee chair. “Each year, our district strives to provide the best classic possible for these deserving high school senior players.”

District 26-M4 has 22 counties throughout Northwest Missouri with over 80 high schools. Over 100 nominations were received for this year’s game. Coaching the boys teams this year are Prent Eaton, North Nodaway; Jess Greiman, North Nodaway; and Rick Ross, Hamilton. Coaching

the girls teams this year are Tyler Pedersen, Platte Valley; Aaron Murphy, Platte Valley; Tyler Zimmerman, Maysville; and Taylor Wendt, Stanberry. On March 24, volunteer coaches drafted players to their teams.

The following are high school seniors who were drafted and have signed a contract to play in the games:

Boys – Corbin Axtell, Grundy County; Kayden Conn, Nodaway Valley; Tanner Evans, Maysville; Kayden Gabbard, Maysville; Jerry Gilpatrick, North Harrison; Jared Gonzalez, Milan; Kaden Hatcher, Green City; Collin Hedlund, East Atchison; Talan Holt, Princeton; Gage Iddings, Pattonsburg; Creek Johnson, North Platte; Keygun Johnson, North Harrison; Alex Mattson, Platte Valley; Brandon McQueen, Platte Valley; Tyler Meinecke, North Mercer; Kobyn Metzger, Maysville; Kyle Morgan, Lathrop; Jon-

Jon Neff, Staley; Tyler New, Worth County; Ahmet Niasse, Milan; Kendall Noland, South Holt; Tylynn Prussman, South Holt; Owen Ream, Putnam County; Trace Riediger, Putnam County; Carter Simmons, Putnam County; Daltyn Sperry, Pattonsburg; Tavian Tate, Staley; Cale Turner, Tri-County; and Landon Winn, Northwestern.

Girls – Gracie Allnutt, Princeton; Dalanie Auffert, Northeast Nodaway; AnnaBelle Ball, Gallatin; Tacee Catlett, King City; Emma Chamberlin, South Harrison; Hallee Chamberlin, South Harrison; Elana Clark, Maysville; Maggie Collins, Platte Valley; Kayanna Cranmer, Chillicothe; Maddi Fisher, North Mercer; Emalee Granville, Southwest Livingston; Emersyn Hammons, Salisbury; Lauren Herndon, North Nodaway; Katlyn James, Stanberry; Grace Kelly, Princeton; Ava Langfitt, Gilman City;

Claire Martin, East Atchison; Megan Norris, South Harrison; Sydney Popplewell, Maysville; Kaylee Roberts, King City; Christina Turpin, Platte Valley; Hanna Vaught, Polo; and Amelia Wallace, Stanberry.

Hamilton was chosen as the location of this year’s event because it is centrally located in the Lions district. A banquet will be held Friday night for the selected players, their parents and coaches at Hamilton Methodist Church’s Family Life Center. Guest speaker for the evening will be Kennadie Crowe, who played basketball for Norborne High School Pirates and North Central Missouri College Pirates.

“Our Lions motto is ‘we serve’ and our committee works hard to serve these young men and women in accordance with Lions International’s youth global cause,” Pedersen said. “We support young people so they can

make positive choices, lead healthy and productive lives, and become the next generation of service leaders. We hope this event will be a memorable experience for these players as they continue to grow as an adult and an athlete.”

Proceeds from the All-Star Basketball Classic are redistributed back into the Lions District 26-M4 in the form of continuing education scholarships for recently graduated seniors.

If an individual or business is interested in participating, they can purchase t-shirts. District 26M4 partnered with Ideal Industries in Richmond, who employ adults with disabilities, to produce the All-Star Classic t-shirts. Simply visit Ideal Industries website at https://idealindustriesincorporated.com/lionsm4 to purchase your shirt. Store will close at noon Thursday, May 16.

Cole Henderson elected as NCMC’s 2024-2025 Student Senate President

North Central Missouri College elected the President, Vice President, and Secretary of the student body for the 2024-2025 academic year. Cole Henderson of Cameron will be the President; Jacie Morris of Queen City will be the vice president and Bailey Fleming of Leeton will be the secretary. Additional officers will join the Senate executive team in the fall to allow incoming students to run for a seat as Treasurer, Historian, or Representative.

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

Cole Henderson is pursuing his Associate in Arts in Teaching degree at NCMC and will graduate in May 2025. His commitment to education extends beyond NCMC. He plans to continue his academic journey at Northwest Missouri State University, where he will complete his bach-

elor's degree in secondary education and then his master's degree. Cole’s future plans are to teach at the secondary level and coach.

Cole is involved in Student Senate, BSU, and FCA, works at the Ketcham Community Center, is an RA in the residence halls, and will be a Team Leader for the Upward Bound program this summer.

“I’m looking forward to being the voice of students as Student Senate President,” said Cole. “Working at the Ketcham Center and as an RA, I have gotten to know the students. To be their voice and make sure they are heard really means a lot to me.”

Cole chose NCMC to attend tuition-free because of the Missouri A+ scholarship program. His favorite things about NCMC are that it is close to home and the personable instructors. He went on to say, “It feels like family here, and I have met lifelong friends at NCMC. The instructors truly care about your life and your success.”

As Student Senate President, Cole said this about his plans, “I want to get students more involved in clubs and organizations.

NCMC Upward Bound Program Now

Accepting Applications

The Upward Bound program, housed at North Central Missouri College (NCMC) in Trenton, is now recruiting and accepting participant applications for the 2024-2025 school year.

High School students from Brookfield, Chillicothe, Gallatin, Hamilton, Trenton and Tri-County are invited to submit applications through their school counselor. The priority deadline for Upward Bound applications is May 8. Students are encouraged to apply online at the UB website listed below. However, applications are also available through the guidance office at each school.

The purpose of the program is to help students overcome class, social, academic and cultural barriers to higher education through

academic instruction, advising, tutoring, motivational and study skills, college visits, a culturally rewarding summer component and other support services to aid those interested in attending college after high school.

Upward Bound is 100 percent federally funded by the U.S. Department of Education to assist high school students in preparation for successful college entrance. Upward Bound at NCMC is currently funded at an annual rate of $309,505.00.

To learn more about the NCMC Upward Bound program, visit www.ncmissouri.edu/ub or contact Heather McCollum, Upward Bound Assistant Director, at 660-357-6338.

I want to plan more activities and encourage participation on our campuses. I think the Student Center is going to help with this.”

The executive team and the rest of the Student Senate are involved in campus decisions regarding growth, development, and change. Cole will serve on Shared Governance with NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver and the Presidents of each staffing group. Shared Governance meets monthly to discuss progress, ideas, and ways to improve.

“Shared Governance is critical to our success at NCMC,” said Dr. Lenny Klaver, NCMC President. “Shared Governance allows the presidents to discuss progress from all angles. It’s great to hear input and ideas and receive counsel from the group. I look forward to working with Cole and the entire Student Senate executive team. I know their leadership and ideas will help govern and grow NCMC next year.”

Student Senate is the governing council for the NCMC student body and oversees student organizations and clubs. They represent the student population and provide input for regulation, change, and future planning.

Student

Senate is advised by Donnie Hillerman, Housing Director/Men’s Baseball Coach; Lesli Collins, Campus Activities Director/Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach; and Dr. Kristen Alley, Vice President of Student Affairs. Cole Henderson

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CHURCH

A Word From... by the Trenton Ministerial Alliance

“Miracle of God's Love” by Sharon Jahraus, Co-Pastor Trenton Foursquare Church

I Corinthians 13 gives a clear message that God insists that love be the motivating factor behind all we do. If all our acts and deeds aren't motivated by love then the equation on our life will look like this: "Everything minus Love equals Nothing."

We know that God is love, but then we try to love more in our own strength. We make wellmeaning, deliberate attempts to overcome selfish habits and our dislike for cranky, obnoxious people. But when we react unkindly and sense our failed attempts, we convince ourselves that if we only try harder or read the Bible more, we'll somehow get better at loving others.

The "fruit of the Spirit" list of Galatians 5:22 begins with LOVE. The "love in the Spirit" is totally separate from human ability. Love is a fruit growing within us from a supernatural source. It's not our love, and yet it is, since the Spirit works in us both to will and to do loving things that are on His mind.

Only the love of God could cause Stephen, as he was being stoned, to say, "Lord, do not hold this sin against them."

Without the miracle of God's love, life has a way of hardening all of us. We become cynical, grumpy old men and women without the glow of the "first

love" we experienced at the beginning of our life in Christ. This is not only bad for us emotionally, physically and spiritually, but it is also bad for the cause of Christ to a watching world.

Psalm 92:14 gives good news to all us senior citizens: "They will still bear fruit in old age; they will stay fresh and green." Hallelujah! No one is too old to bear the "fruit of the Spirit."

Join me in asking the Lord for a fresh baptism of God's love. Then together, we can walk in that love so everyone encountering us can have a peek into the heart of God. Let us carry evidence of the Miracle of God's Love.

MELBOURNE BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m.

MODENA BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - E.J. Barnes • 660-359-1286

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

Sun. School (for all ages) - 10 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Evangelistic Service - 6:30 p.m.

a.m.

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

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

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

Children’s Worship Supper...5:00 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. 1ST & 3RD MONDAY

Women’s Bible Study - 1:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Goof Troop - 3:30 p.m.

GILMAN CITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Hwy. 146 • Gilman City

Pastor

CHURCH 1711 Hillcrest

Interim Pastors: Glen Gutz, Noah Burgdorf and Mark Goucher

1:00 p.m. Bible Study SUNDAYS 2:00 p.m. Worship

Pastor - Jim Whitley 660-684-6101

Music Leaders: John Agenstein, Ann Eckert, Lanita Smith

Adult/Children Sun. School - 9:45 a.m.

LAREDO BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Deryl Niffen 286-2102 (Prayer Line)

a.m.

p.m.

LAREDO CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Bro. Duane Campbell

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Bobby Harrell 2711 Meadowlark Lane

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.

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.

Training – 6:00 p.m.

Worship – 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study - 6:00 p.m.

Activities 5:30 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH

CATHOLIC CHURCH

PHILIP'S

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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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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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.

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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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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 LLPDo 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

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Offutt, Offutt & Associates Auction Service. Land, farm, and Home. Free Appraisals. Cameron, MO. 816-7243214

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CRP Grass seeding and management. Experienced life long grass farmer. Ray Schwarz 816-223-4712

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

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PAYING $75/ACRE FOR RENTAL PASTURE. Will consider any size and location. 816-288-9060

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

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PETS/ANIMALS

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

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

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.

The annual Willis Chapel Cemetery board meeting will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 19 at 907 W. 18th St., Trenton, MO

FOR RENT

FOR SALE

Fresh bulk garden seed. Limited supply. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main in Trenton, 660-359-3660.

WEBSITES

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

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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Shelter Insurance, Cale Gondringer has an opening for a full-time Agency Assistant. Duties include performing general clerical tasks of policy service and office maintenance. Position is 35 hours/week. Apply at Shelter Insurance, 1601 E. 9th St., Ste. D, Trenton, MO 64683, 660-359-4100.

RUMMAGE SALE

Moving Sale - 8912 NW St. Rt. CC, Hamilton, May 17 & 18, 8am-4pm. Lots of garden tools, dishes, antiques and primitives.

Notice to Bidders

North Central Missouri College is accepting sealed bids for the sale of surplus technology equipment. Please see www.ncmissouri.edu for additional details. (5/9/24)

Notice to Bidders

North Central Missouri College is accepting bids on the removal and replacement of an asphalt roof for the Selby Hall dorm on the Trenton campus. Please see www.ncmissouri.edu for additional details. (5/9/24)

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Trenton R-IX School District is requesting proposals for Speech Therapy services.

For specifications the contact person at the district is: Daniel Gott, Superintendent 1607 Normal St Trenton, MO 64683

Phone: 660-359-3994

Fax: 660-359-3995

dgott@trentonr9.k12.mo.us

Sealed proposals shall be delivered to the above address, at any time prior to, but not later than 2:00 pm local time on Thursday, May 9th.

(5/2, 5/9/24)

CITY OF NEWTOWN

WASTEWATER OPERATOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Routine Duties (Salaried)

1. Must have a Class D Wastewater License

2. Check lift station and record flow data on a daily basis

3. Monitor the lagoon operation at least twice weekly

4. Maintain lagoon site, weed control on an as need basis

5. Perform bi-annual drawdowns with required sampling at the lagoon

Additional Duties (Hourly)

1. Conduct manhole inspections every 6 months

2. Perform periodic maintenance on the lift station every 6 months

a. Check pump electrical loads

b. Tank test pumps

c. Exercise valves

3. As needed:

a. Repair, change out pumps

b. Repair, unplug lines

c. Respond to lift station alarms

d. Inspect and approve new service connections

e. Attend city council meetings as requested

f. Connect and operate portable generator

"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 660-359-5647.

ADAMS PARK APARTMENTS

One and two bedroom apartments for rent. Income based rent. We accept HUD. For further information, contact the manager at: 660-359-6666, MondayThursday 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 1312 E. 9th St. MO Relay #711 Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer

4. Maintain and exercise portable generator under loan every 6 months

5. Exercise valves at lagoon every 6 months

Questions regarding job description, please contact Mayor Amy Peterson at 660-626-6993 or Wastewater Operator Sandra Buckler at 660-748-6442. Please submit resume by May 16, 2024 by 6:00 PM to: City of Newtown

Attn: Wastewater Operator Job Position PO Box 87 Newtown, MO 64667

(5/9, 5/16/24)

Trenton Boys Tennis Moves to District Semi-Finals

The Trenton boys Tennis team defeated Cameron 5-1 to move to the District semifinal round.

Bradyn Sager defeated Cameron’s Riley Ragan 6-0, 6-0 to take his match, while Victor Markell defeated Grant Neal 6-0, 7-5. Isaac Dixon defeated Ethan Turner 6-1, 6-0 to sweep the singles matches between the teams.

The doubles team of Bradyn Sager and Victor Markell defeated

the team of Ragan and Turner for Cameron, 81. Dixon and Jacob White tipped Zaiden Smith and Asher Sappington, 8-1, and the Dragon pair of Kaden Getman and Adam Autry turned in the only Cameron win of the day, sliding by Jake Horton and Henry Lasley, 8-4.

The Bulldog squad moved to 10-4 on the season and moves on, while Cameron ended their 2024 campaign 015.

Trenton’s Sager Wins

District Championship

Trenton Bulldog #1 player

Bradyn Sager collected a boys tennis District Individual Championship in sweeping three opponents in straight sets.

Sager began his day with a 60, 6-0 straight sets victory over Carrollton’s Jacob Lyon, then advanced in a 6-0, 6-2 win over Andrew Snider of Chillicothe. In the championship round, Sager tipped Chillicothe’s Andrew Trantham 6-3, 6-0 to take the championship.

Sectional tennis play continues this week.

The Trenton Bulldogs baseball squad has now won 9 of it’s final 10 games going into the District Tournament, dropping Milan 14-2 in five innings May 3rd, and defeating Tri-County 8-5 Monday.

TRENTON 14 - MILAN 2

The Bulldogs used the three-hit, six RBI game of Brayden Wiggins in blasting Milan, and used his eight strikeouts on the mound to put the stamp of domination on the game, including one home run for what we call a “blowout” game.

The Bulldogs led 3-2 going into their half of the fourth inning, and exploded for five runs, and followed it with six more in the bottom of the fifth to end it.

Mason Rongey scored three runs for the “Dogs” after reaching base safely in all three tries, including one double. Aiden Weyer added two runs and an RBI off a hit and reached base on a walk.

Logan Wilson added two runs and a hit, Collin Taylor added two runs and a hit, and Bradyn Sager added two runs as well.

Wiggins’ pitching performance included eight strikeouts, allowing five walks and just one earned run.

Trenton Takes Final Two Games Going into Districts Trenton Boys and Girls Compete in District Track

The Trenton boys and girls track teams wrapped up their seasons with participation in the Class 3 District 4 meet at Chillicothe.

TRENTON BOYS

The Trenton boys scored nine points, finishing 12th, as Chillicothe outpaced Centralia 147 points to 116 points for the team win.

The boys saw points very hard to come by, with Cooper Houser scoring one point in finishing eighth in the 400 meter dash with a time of 57.34.

Asher Pryor finished

fifth in the boys 800 meter run with a time of 2:04.72, scoring four points for the Bulldogs.

Trenton scored one point in the 4x400 meter run, with a time of 3:53.73. The Trenton 4x800 team finished sixth in a time of 9:18.32, scoring three team points.

Peyton Baker picked up a point on his 10th place finish in the shot put, with a 29 foot, 4.5 inch heave.

TRENTON GIRLS

The Trenton girls scored 16 points in finishing 11th behind Centralia, which

swamped the competition with 150 team points.

Avery Clark logged a seventh place finish in the 400 meter run, with a time of 1:07.86 for two team points.

Kylee Corwin took fifth in the 300-meter hurdles, with a time of :54.04 for four team points.

Kaegen Croy took an eighth place finish in the Javelin with a throw of 99 feet 9 inches, for one team point.

The Trenton 4x400 meter team finished 5th with a time of 4:38.63 for four team points.

TRENTON 7 - TRI-COUNTY 3

Trenton took a 7-3 victory over TriCounty in their final regular season game of the 2024 season, as Bulldogs pitcher Camden Skipper spun a nine strikeout, 6.67 game win over Tri-County pitcher Jason Ohlberg, who logged an 11 strikeout day.

Tri-County jumped on Trenton early, going up 2-0 after one inning, but Trenton came back with three runs in the bottom of the third, four more in the bottom of the fifth, and allowed one run from Tri-County in arriving at the 7-3 outcome.

Mason Rongey had a huge day for the “Dogs”, with two hits, two runs and two RBIs. Zach Miller launched a three-run home run that put the game away for Trenton. Logan Wilson and Remi Olmstead added hits for the Bulldogs.

The win moved Trenton to 12-7 on the year, a tremendously successful year for David Shockley’s squad, which began with a 6-5 road victory over defending state champion Putnam County at Unionville.

Trenton holds the #2 seed entering the Class 3 District 5 Tournament May 13 at Lathrop, and have a date with Lathrop to kick off the tournament. Trenton lost to Lathrop 8-7 on March 25.

The red-hot Bulldogs could be setting up a District final tilt with top-seeded MidBuchanan May 16.

Photo Courtesy of Shani Kinney

Ally Miller of Trenton Kids Wrestling Club placed 1st in the 12 & Under 95 lb bracket in the Missouri USA Wrestling Girls’ Freestyle Wrestling Tournament this past weekend at Wilson Logistic Arena in Springfield. Pictured is Ally versus Calliope Stewart of Hallsville Wrestling with a fall recorded at 0:19.

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The Trenton boys tennis team moved to the District semi-final round recently with a win over Cameron.

TRENTON REPUBLICAN-TIMES

Newtown-Harris Boys Win Class 1 District 14 Title

CLASS I DISTRICT 14

1- Newtown-Harris, 123

2 - Green City, 99.5

3 - Braymer, 87

4 - Tina-Avalon, 81

5 - Polo, 77

6 - Princeton, 58

7 - Gallatin, 51

8 - Meadville, 43.5

9 - North Harrison, 25

10 - Gilman City, 20

11 - Southwest (Ludlow), 19

12 - Hale, 15

13 - Tri-County, 3

14 - Cainsville, 2

14 - Mercer, 2

16 - Linn County, 1

NEWTOWN-HARRIS

The Newtown-Harris boys track squad ran away from the competition in winning the Class I District 14 boys title here May 4. N-H scored 123 points, outpacing second place Green City and third place Braymer in taking the title.

Zack Cross took second in the 200 meter dash, scoring eight points with a time of 23.55. Payton Miller took second in the boys 400-meter dash, scoring eight points with a time of 54.99, and took fifth in the 800 with a time of 2:24.57.

Gauge MacGregor won the 800 meter run, scoring 10 points with a time of 2.06.47, and added a win in the 1600 meter run with 10 more points and a time of 4:49.71. Garrett McGregor took sixth, scoring three points with a time of 5.40.40.

In hurdle events, Cross took first with another 10 points in the 110 meter high hurdles, recording a time of 15.79. He also won the 300 meter hurdles with a time of 42.23, and little brother Hunter Miller took second with a time of 45.07.

The Boys 4x400 meter relay team won the event with a time of 3:38.59, barely edging out second place Braymer by a nose. The Boys 4x800 relay team took second with a time of 9:30.58.

In field events, Hunter Miller won the long jump with a best of 20 feet, 4.25 inches, scoring 10 points. Corbin Axtell finished fourth in the javelin with a throw of 130.01 meters.

GALLATIN

THe Gallatin boys track squad took seventh place in

the Class 1 District 14 boys track meet, scoring 51 points.

Gallatin’s Magnum Fenimore finished fifth in the discus with a heave of 124 feet, scoring four team points. Fenimore added a fourth in the shot put with a toss of 41 feet 10.75 inches for five team points.

Gallatin Takes Second, N-H Fifth in Class 1 District 14 Girls Track

CLASS I DISTRICT 14

1 - Polo, 105

2 - Gallatin, 103

3 - Princeton, 80

4 - Meadville, 69

5 - Newtown-Harris, 64

6 - Gilman City, 63

7 - Cainsville, 39

8 - Mercer, 36

9 - Braymer, 35

10 - Linn County, 29

11 - Tina-Avalon, 28

12 - Hale, 17

13 - Green City, 8

14 - Southwest (Ludlow), 7

15 - North Daviess, 7

16 - Tri-County, 3

GALLATIN

Polo narrowly edged out Gallatin 105 to 103 as GHS took second in the Class I District 14 girls track meet in Chillicothe Saturday.

Ashley Feiden took third in the girls 800 meter run with a time of 2:38.62, scoring six team points, then won the 1600 meter run with a time of 5:55.36, scoring 10 team points.

Adelyn Miller took fourth in the 300 meter hurdles with a time of 57.40, scoring five team points.

The Gallatin 4x200 meter relay team finished

second in a time of 1:56.90, scoring eight team points.

Showing real strength in the field events, Gallatin’s Annabelle Ball finished second in the high jump with a 4 foot 11 inch jump, scoring eight points, and won the triple jump with a leap of 32 feet, 10.25 inches for 10 team points, and joined by Ashley Feiden’s second place with 30 feet, 10.5 inches. for eight points.

Lyndsey King won the girls pole vault, clearing 8 feet, ½ inch, scoring 10 points.

Moriah Parker finished second in the shot put with a heave of 31 feet 4 inches for eight team points.

Parker finished second in the discus with a heave of 94 feet, ½ inch, scoring eight team points.

Gallatin’s Kaylen Sterneker finished sixth with a heave of 84 feet, 4 inches scoring, three points.

NEWTOWN-HARRIS

The Newtown-Harris girls track squad posted a fifth place finish in the Class I District 14 track meet, as Polo scored 105

points to win the event.

Adysan Rains led off the scoring for NH finishing sixth in the 100-meter dash with a time of 14.40, scoring three team points.

Lexa Stonger logged a fourth place finish in the 400 meter run, with a time of 1:09.35, scoring five team points.

Molly Milazzo won the 800 meter run with a time of 2:32.21 for 10 team points, then took second in the 1600 meter run with a time of 5:57.67 for eight team points.

Kinsley Allnut took third in the 300 meter hurdles with a time of 56.19, scoring six team points.

The Newtown-Harris 4x400 meter relay team took third place with a time of 5:02.01 for six team points and third in the 4 x 800 meter relay with a time of 11.22.96 for six team points.

Lexa Stonger cleared 13 feet 11 inches in the long jump, scoring three points, while Remington Miller cleared 13 feet 3.25 inches, scoring one point in the long jump.

Gavin Wilmes finished second in the high jump with a jump of 5 feet 10.75 inches, scoring seven team points. Wilmes finished sixth in the long jump with a leap of 19 feet, 1.25 inches, scoring three team points. Wilmes took fourth in the 400 meter dash with a time of 55:06, scoring

five team points. Sullivan Bird won the pole vault, clearing 10 feet, 6 inches and scoring 10 team points. Pryce Johnson finished seventh in the triple jump with a leap of 35 feet, 8 inches, scoring two team points. Johnson also finished third in the 800 meters with a time of 2:12.19, scoring six team points. Titan Jensen took sixth in the 800 meter run with a time of 2:25.56, good for three team points. Gallatin took third in the 4x400 meter relay with a time of 3:50.07, for six team points.

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The Newtown-Harris boys track team finished in first place with a total of 123 points at the Class 1 District 14 track meet held May 4.