Trenton Republican-Times_8-3-23

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Chamber Event to Honor Local Pillars, Organization and Businesses

Two individuals, two businesses and a local organization will be recognized by the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce at its annual dinner meeting on Friday, August 11 at the Ketcham Community Center on the North Central Missouri College campus.

Trenton native Laura Sue Daniels and long-time Trenton Republican-Times newspaper editor Diane Lowrey will be honored as the 2023 Chamber Pillars of the Community while Barnes Greenhouse and

State Farm Insurance will be honored as the Businesses of the Year. Chosen for recognition as Organization of the Year is Bright Futures Trenton.

“Let’s Get Back to the Basics” is the theme for this year’s event, which begins with a social reception at 5:30 pm, followed by dinner at 6 pm and the awards recognition at 7:30 pm. The evening will conclude at 8 pm with a live auction of items and services donated by area chamber members and a

Santa Visits Farmers Market

“lip sync extravaganza,” featuring community members sharing their “talents” in a performance of several musical favorites.

Tickets for the event are $40 each while table sponsorships are available for $350 and $500 for tables of eight. The $350 sponsorship includes eight meal tickets and a name listing in the program. The $500 sponsorship includes eight meal tickets, a banner display, a name listing in the program and 20 50/50 raffle tickets.

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BRIEFS No Creek Bridge Opened

The Grundy County Route N bridge over No Creek, located northeast of Trenton, is now open. The bridge was replaced as part of the FARM (Fixing Access to Rural Missouri) Bridge Program. The bridge was closed in March 2023 and reopened to all traffic on Tuesday evening, July 25.

Princeton R-V Board Meets

Santa Claus visited the Farmers Market in Trenton on Saturday, July 29 where he handed out popsicles to the kids as they celebrated “Christmas in July”. Twenty-eight vendors took part as they lined the sidewalks of Sesquicentennial Park, as well as the street. There was live music, a photo booth, and food trucks. Vendors featured homegrown produce, baked goods, flowers, T-shirts, jewelry, dog treats, hand crocheted items, cutting boards and a whole lot more. The Farmers Market will be held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. until October at Sesquicentennial Park. For more information, contact Lauren Dannar at 816-383-3545. See more photos from the Farmers Market on page 7 of today’s Republican-Times

NCMC Sees Enrollment Increase, Sets Levy Hearing

Leadership

Carrie Watkins, DeAnn Davison, Kameron Woodring, Adam Summers, Jenna Keyes and Chad Howerton. Not pictured are Laura Almquist

LNWMO Class of 2023 Graduates

Leadership Northwest Missouri recently held their 2023 graduation celebration in Hamilton at the Hamilton United Methodist Church - Family Life Center. The evening began with a welcome by Emcee, Courtney Jimenez, LNWMO Board President and 2020 LNWMO alum. Marsha Martin, Class of 2022, blessed the group with an invocation prior to dinner. RaCail King and Kelsi Meyer, members of the Class of 2023, reflected on their class year sharing memorable moments, followed by a class video presentation created

by Jenna Keyes, Class of 2023. Dr. Tim Crowley shared uplifting leadership thoughts to all in attendance. Deborah Borchers, Board Treasurer and 2012 LNWMO alum, thanked all Program Sponsors including Affiliate - Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri; Platinum - BTC Bank; Gold - Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri and US Bank; SilverCarroll County Chamber of Commerce, Carroll County Memorial Hospital, Farmers State Bank, Hedrick Medical

[See LNWMO, Page 2]

The North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees met in regular session on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. During the meeting, President Klaver discussed a recent enrollment report that showed enrollment up 30 percent in headcount from this time last year and up 11 percent in credit hours. The Board also set the annual levy hearing for August 22, 2023 at 5:25 p.m. at the Frey Administrative Center.

In other communication, the trustees were introduced to the new Assistant Softball Coach/Residence Life Coordinator, Kenlee Frank. They also heard

from Head Start Director Janet Gott about health screenings, a dental van, in-service, and maintenance work on buildings. The first day of Head Start is August 15. Head start is working on license approvals for infants/tots and the COLA quality improvement grant was received. Dr. Tristan Londre, Vice President of Academic Affairs discussed the move from the North Belt Center and Maryville, Savannah Campus fall opening and programs, and the upcoming Teacher Energizer event. Dr. Lenny Klaver, President provided the [See NCMC, Page 3]

Bright Futures Trenton to Hold Back to School Event

Bright Futures Trenton will be hosting their sixth annual Back to School event serving students who attend Trenton R-9 Schools and those who attend public school in the outlying schools of Grundy County on Thursday, August 10, at various locations throughout Trenton and in some school buildings throughout the county.

This is a needs-based event to help students and families be better prepared as students return to the classroom. When all students start the year with basic necessities (supplies, a backpack, a fresh haircut, a new pair of shoes, socks, underwear, and products to support good hygiene) they are better equipped to be successful learners.

Bright Futures Trenton is partnering with area churches, Trenton Kiwanis, Grundy County Health Department, BTC Bank, First Student Bus Company, Trenton Cinema and many other businesses, community organizations, and agencies to coordinate donations and services to help school families in meeting basic needs.

The Bright Futures framework promotes community engagement which allows for smarter use of resources. Many area churches, community organizations, businesses, and individuals are sharing their time, treasure, and talent to meet the needs of school families. There have been groups of students and

[See Bright, Page 6]

Princeton R-V Board of Education met in special session on Monday, July 24, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.

In old business, the board discussed all handbooks for the 2023-2024 school year.

During closed session, the board approved the hiring of Stacy Meinke for JH/HS administrative assistant and Maria Olvera-Rodriguez for elementary custodian.

The board adjourned at 6:10 pm.

GCRFPD Responds to Camper Fire

The Grundy County Rural Fire Protection District was called out at 4:13 p.m. on Thursday, July 27 to a camper fire at 33 SW 30th Ave, Trenton, owned by Hobbs Salvage. Lt. Jeremy Summers reported that upon arrival, firefighers found the camper to be fully engulfed in flames. The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported. The camper, which had not been used for several years, was a total loss. The cause of the fire was undetermined. Firefighters were on scene approximately 35 minutes and were assisted by the Grundy County Ambulance.

Check out all the coverage of the North Central Missouri Fair in the August 10 edition of the Trenton Republican-Times

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Northwest Missouri recently held its graduation ceremonies for the 2023 class. Those graduating included, from left, front row, Shawna Dye, Kelsi Meyer, Jeffrey Martin, Becky Vandevender, April Wood and Sarah Williamson; middle row, John C. Nab, Lisa Colson, Melissa Williamson, Kerry Savage, RaCail King, Ian Myers, Brooke Vette and Alexander Murray; back row, Cole Soptic, Lee Ann Blazer,

and Machelle Skinner.

Center/Wright Memorial Hospital, Mosaic Health System, North Central Missouri College and Northwest Missouri State University; Bronze - Commerce Bank/St. Joseph, Nodaway Valley Bank and St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce.

Jennifer Jarvis, Board President Elect and 2021 LNWMO alum, recognized retiring board members Deborah Borchers of St. Joseph, Courtney Jimenez of

St. Joseph and Randy Mendenhall of Oregon.

LNWMO is honored to welcome new board members Marcie Cutsinger of Trenton, Kasi Norris of St. Joseph, Cole Soptic of Trenton, Jackie Spainhower of Grant City and Carrie Watkins of Savannah.

Melissa Birdsell, General Board Member and 2017 LNWMO alum, presented the Leadership Northwest Missouri Citizenship Award for 2023 to Carrie Watkins, Community Engagement Director, Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center.

Carrie has worked to bring teams together to benefit children and families all over Northwest Missouri.

Carrie’s role is to coordinate team investigative efforts in cases of child abuse and neglect in a ninecounty coverage area. Her ultimate goal is to make sure each team functions to the best of its ability so that child abuse cases can have the best outcomes for kids.

Carrie is making a big difference in kids’ lives both in her role as a Forensic Interviewer as well as her role

as our Multi-Disciplinary Team Coordinator. She is also an alum of the LNWMO Class of 2023.

The Leadership Northwest Missouri Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Deb Powers for her service to Leadership Northwest Missouri as Executive Director for a combined 14 years. Deb is retiring in December and the new Executive Director was introduced at graduation - Kendra Pickering, Nodaway County and LNWMO alum from the Class of 2022.

Courtney Jimenez presented each of the 24 graduating class members a plaque for completing the program. Graduates from the 2023 class, “Breaking out of the Box,” represented the following 12 counties - Jenna Keyes, Machelle Skinner and Carrie Watkins, Andrew County; Brooke Vette, Melissa Williamson and Kamron Woodring, Atchison County; Alexander Murray and April Wood, Buchanan County; John C. Nab, Caldwell County; Jeffrey Martin, Carroll County; Chad

Howerton, Clinton County; RaCail King, Daviess County; Laura Almquist and Shawna Dye, Gentry County; Lisa Colson, Kerry Savage, Cole Soptic and Becky Vandevender, Grundy County; Sarah Williamson, Harrison County; Lee Ann Blazer and Adam Summers, Holt County; and DeAnn Davison, Kelsi Meyer and Ian Myers, Nodaway County.

The Graduation Planning Committee from the Class of 2022 included Matt Barry, Amy Ford, Brittany Higgins, Marsha Martin, Joni Oaks, Scott Sharp and Marissa Spillman.

Leadership Northwest Missouri is a leadership development program designed to bring together participants from throughout a 19-county region to build, strengthen and inspire leaders through training and networking experiences. This class began in January and continued through July with monthly sessions in various Northwest Missouri communities. Classes during the 2023 class year were

held in Conception, Trenton, Maryville, St. Joseph, Mound City and Carrollton. Each session contained instruction on various leadership skills, examination of various issues facing the region and hands-on exercises. In addition to education, other regional issues that were addressed in-

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To make a reservation for the event (including sponsorships), persons may call the chamber office at 660-359-4324 or send an

cluded agriculture, team empowerment, healthcare, mental health and economic development.

For additional information about Leadership Northwest Missouri, please contact Deb Powers, Executive Director, leadershipnorthwestmissouri@g mail.com

email to trentonchambermo@gmail.com. Reservations must be made by Friday, Aug. 4.

See page 4 of today’s Republican-Times for detailed stories of those to be honored.

LOCAL GRAIN PRICES

July 31

Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/Carrollton (1-800-722-4407)

Corn 5.64, Soybeans 13.81, Wheat 6.25 New Crop Corn 4.93, Soybeans 12.81, Wheat 6.87

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Leadership Northwest Missouri retiring board members Randy Mendenhall, Deborah Borchers and Courtney Jimenez were honored at the 2023 LNWMO graduation ceremonies held recently.

Submitted Photo Carrie Watkins was awarded the LNWMO Citizenship Award during the 2023 LNWMO graduation ceremonies held recently.

NCMC

Chief Information Officer and Vice President of Student Affairs reports. In the CIO report, Klaver discussed several installations and the progress at the Savannah Campus. In the Vice President of Student Affairs report, he discussed summer activities, changes to the FAFSA, OAR sessions, Residence Life updates, the upcoming Organizational Fair, First Four Weeks activities, and an update from the Counselor. In the President’s report, Klaver discussed the 22-23 academic year, upcoming year planning, campaign progress, a recent CTACT building groundbreaking event, Savannah Campus progress, and enrollment. He also provided an update on demo projects, summer work, and the student center.

In business items, trustees approved the levy hearing and the Head Start wage comparability study and cost allocation plan. Trustees also approved a one year contract with Ellucian and the purchase of athletic insurance through

Dissinger Reed for the 2023-2024 sports year.

In personnel items, trustees accepted the resignation from Head Start Cook Abigail Brixley and accepted the transfer of Angela Morris from Head Start Teacher to Head Start Center Director at Chillicothe. For Head Start, they also approved the employment of Keslie Lowe as Teacher at the Trenton Center. For NCMC personnel items, trustees approved the resignation of Kelly Claycomb, PN to ADN Nursing Director. Also approved was the hire of Kael Brock as Personal Computer Specialist I and Hollie Hild as Nursing Faculty.

Trustees approved the transfer of Andrea Schuelke to Nursing Faculty Online PN to ADN and the approval of adjuncts Michelle Pence, Kurt Meighen and Kelly Claycomb. Trustees also approved a revised job description for PN to ADN Director and the 2023-2024 Organizational chart. The next meeting of the NCMC Board of Trustees will be on August 22, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. in the Frey Administrative Center.

Gallatin R-V School Board Awards Bids, Accepts Resignations

The Gallatin R-V Board of Education met in regular session on Thursday, July 20, 2023 in the high school library. President Jeffrey Donovan called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. with seven members present.

The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. The payment of all July 2023 bills was approved. After review of material variances, the board voted to finalize the 2022-23 expenditures at the end of the year.

The board approved the removal of email contact from Policy ACA and Procedure GBEBC-AP1.

The tax rate hearing was scheduled for August 17, 2023 at 5:45 p.m.

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Dr. Justin Collins presented a quote from Jamesport Builders for the addition of an awning on the north end of the elementary building. The board accepted the bid.

During a closed session, the board voted to accept the resignation of Kelsey Freeman and enforce a penalty per policy GCPB.

The board accepted the resignation of Ethan Prindle and voted to offer Payton Dollins a drumline coach position for the 2023-24 school year.

The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Gallatin R-V Board of Education will be Thursday, August 17 at 6 p.m. in the high school library.

Shirley Hobbs

Shirley Hobbs of Trenton passed away July 27, 2023 at Sunnyview nursing home.

Shirley was born February 26, 1938 in Trenton, the only child of George and Ray Elda Oxley.

After attending school Shirley married John Gondringer and had 3 children, Steve, Chris and Debbie.

In 1973 Shirley remarried Don Hobbs and they relocated to the Kansas City area where she went to work for the Hyatt Regency in the banquet department. She loved her work as server and decorator for banquets and parties. Being creative, she also purchased six different homes and spent countless hours restoring them. This was her passion.

After 24 years in the KC area she moved to Col-

orado to work at the Denver Hyatt. Upon retirement she relocated to Trenton to be near her children. She is survived by sons, Steve (Tammy) Gondringer of Trenton and Chris (Nancy) of Alice Springs, Australia and daughter, Debbie (Mickey) Ralls of Trenton; three grandchildren, Cale (Melissa) Gondringer, Krista (Kasey) Bailey and Lawson Ralls, all of Trenton; seven greatgrandchildren, Caleb, Josh, Abbi and Anna Gondringer and Jesse, Noah and Ethan Bailey; and her much loved dog Baxter.

Private family services will be held at a later dated at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Trenton.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

Market Report from Monday, July 24

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Chamber of Commerce 2023 Annual Banquet Honorees

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Organization of the Year Bright Futures Trenton

Bright Futures Trenton is the 2023 Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce Organization of the Year Award winner.

Bright Futures Trenton is a communitybased initiative that provides a framework to allow the community to come together and use their resources of time, treasure and talent to ensure that all children and youth in the community have the opportunity to be successful. It is about building relationships and former partnerships to meet the physical, emotional and social needs of students.

Established locally in April 2017 with financial help from the Community Action Partnership of North Central Missouri, this 501 (c)(3) organization helps in meeting the needs of students in all school districts within Grundy County by providing those items which many of us consider “basic,” including clothing, shoes, hygiene products, food and beds/bedding.

Initiatives such as “Beds for Bulldogs”, “Pass the Pride”, “Work for Success” and “Lunch Buddies” have helped hundreds of Grundy County students in need. The annual “Back to School” event in August allows students to get ready for the new year with school supplies, hygiene products, shoes, clothing and, yes, even a new haircut.

“Food Pals” is the newest venture of Bright Futures Trenton, replacing the former Backpack Buddies program in which weekend food items were sent home with students. The new program allows students at all grade levels to be served and provides a box of food staples for distribution on a monthly basis. All school districts within Grundy County are eligible to participate in the program. The program is being funded through both monetary contributions and donations of food items.

The program is operated 100 percent by volunteers, with retired Trenton R-9 personnel Terri Critten and Lynn Griffin as the volunteer coordinators. They work with the Bright Futures Trenton Advisory Board, Building Level Site Councils and the community to carry out the mission of the organization. Individuals, organizations, businesses and churches are among those who have given of their time and talents to make the Bright Futures Trenton program a success and additional volunteers are always welcome.

Business of the Year Barnes Greenhouses

One of the oldest businesses in Grundy County, Barnes Greenhouses, is the recipient of the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 “Business of the Year” Award. Established in 1890 by Elizabeth and Benjamin Barnes, this “hometown jewel” has been an integral part of the local business community for over 130 years.

From the flowers you see in the planters lining the streets of downtown Trenton to the floral display that graces the entry to the Missouri Day Festival in October, Barnes Greenhouses has proudly supported the community it calls home.

Elizabeth and Benjamin Barnes started the greenhouse operations at its current location on Pleasant Plain with a big dream and very little money. But determination and a lot of sweat allowed the Barnes family to grow their tomato/flower operation and, as time passed, continue a business that has enabled future generations of family members to remain in the community and help it grow.

Expansion of the business during the

1940s and 1950s allowed the “local” greenhouse to have a presence in surrounding communities and in the 1960’s, the greenhouse began selling its products through chain stores such as Wilco’s, A&P and Krogers, expanding its territory even more. As demand for their products grew, so did the greenhouse and today Barnes Greenhouses offers its items on both the wholesale and retail levels, with approximately 200 wholesale customers in eight states in the Midwest and thousands of retail customers throughout the year. The spring shipping season runs from midMarch to late May while fall production begins in May and runs through the summer. Shipping is normally done in August and early September.

Family continues to be an important part of the business. The late Donna Barnes Christy assumed operation of the business from her parents in 1977, with her husband, Larry, joining the business management team when the two married in 1989. The couple retired in 2011, turning operations over to a fifth generation of Barnes family members – Beth Boehner Mack, her husband, Mike, and Eric Christy. Beth’s children, Mackenzie and Thomas, have both spent many a Christmas break and summer helping out the business before as has Thomas’ wife, Tenna Roberts Mack. In fact, the greenhouse served as the location of their wedding in November 2021, a first in greenhouse history. Both of Beth’s sisters, Becky Boehner and Brooke Boehner Boland, have also worked there along with Eric’s wife, Connie, and his grandsons.

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State Farm Insurance

Dillon Harp, Agent

State Farm Insurance – Dillon Harp, Agent is the 2023 Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce Up and Coming Business of the Year.

Following eight years in higher education in college admissions, the Chillicothe native decided to change career paths and joined State Farm Insurance, returning to the area and opening his agency in Trenton in 2020. Dillon and his wife, Lora, who works along side her husband at the office, quickly became an active part of the community.

Dillon helps with fundraising for the Green Hills Animal Shelter as well as working as a volunteer at both the Grundy County Food Pantry and Green Hills Life Options. He is a partner in the Main Street Trenton organization and serves as a Trenton Chamber Ambassador as well as a coach in the Green Hills Recreation Association. He has been recognized by State Farm Insurance for his sales efforts, being named to the Ambassador’s Club each year since joining the business.

Lora is also an Animal Shelter volunteer as well as a member of the Rissler PTO Board for the past two years. She helps with Green Hills Life Options and recently became a member of Chapter MN, PEO, an organization promoting women’s education. Both she and Dillon are also active in Bright Futures Trenton.

The couple also owns and operates the Sugar Shack food truck, a hobby that quickly became a business that is seen around town at various events, including the Main Street Trenton Farmers Market and the Mid-America Music Festival. Gourmet shaved ice, homemade pies and the popular “loaded pineapple” are just a few of the offerings available.

Dillon and Lora are the parents of two

children, Marverick, age 7, and Hudson, age 3. They will soon be adding one more to the family with the addition of an exchange student from Italy later this month. Emma will be a senior at Trenton High School this fall and the Harps are excited to have her join the family for the coming school year.

Pillar of the Community

Laura Sue Daniels

Ever since she was a young girl, Laura Sue Daniels has had an interest in history and learning about the place in which she grew up. Working mostly behind the scenes, she has shared that knowledge with others to help them learn about Grundy County and its people. For those efforts, Laura Sue is being honored as a Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce Pillar of the Community for 2023.

Laura Sue has been referred to by many as “a walking encyclopedia” of Grundy County historical knowledge and has shared those facts with many individuals and families over the years. Her work in genealogy is second to none and she spends as much of her free time as possible helping those wanting to know more about their own family histories. In fact, Laura Sue will be the first to say that “genealogy” is her favorite activity, having gained that interest from her mother, who also spent much time gleaning local historical information. In addition to her genealogy work, Laura Sue has also helped families and organizations gather information for getting structures added to the National Register of Historic Places, the latest being the former John and Mary Sue McCullough House on West Crowder Road.

Her passion of local history led to an effort she helped spearhead on behalf of the Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library and the Grundy County Genealogy Society to get all Grundy County newspapers digitized and made available to the public through the library’s website. This ongoing project involved several years of work with the State Historical Society and making sure that all Grundy County newspapers were included. Each page of each newspaper was digitized and placed on the library website, allowing anyone with a computer to access county newspapers dating back to 1884 – including the Trenton Republican-Times, the Grundy County Gazette and the Daily Evening Republican, which is the earliest newspaper edition available. Want to find out about happenings in Spickard in 1903? Thanks to Laura Sue, you can access all newspapers in Grundy County being published at that time (and there were several) and see if you recognize any of those names. Need some information about a local family member living in Grundy County back in the 1940s? Laura Sue’s effort can help you find those answers as well. As of today, county newspapers up to 2018 are included on the website, with efforts underway to update that list through 2022.

As a member of the Grundy County Museum Board of Directors, Laura Sue has helped with various projects and displays, with a special interest in the preservation of the Baker Schoolhouse as she and her siblings all attended a one-room school for the first years of their formal education. She assisted with administration of the Gladys Grimes Trust that led to the construction of the Gladys Grimes Park at Lake Trenton and is the classmate in charge when the THS Class of 1951 has its yearly gathering during alumni weekend activities.

A long-time member of the Bert and Rose Hoover Foundation Board, she has also helped administer thousands of dollars of funds that have been given for projects to benefit Grundy County, including the Grundy County-Jewett Norris renovation project, renovation of the Plaza Hotel, improvements to North Central Missouri College’s Geyer Hall, renovation of the Rock Barn restrooms, restoration of the Grundy County Courthouse exterior and new downtown lighting, just to name a few.

Pillar of the Community

Diane Lowrey

She came to Trenton in 1978 with the idea of spending a few years in town before moving on. Instead, Diane Lowrey made Trenton her home and for the next 45 years shared her time and talents with the rest of the community.

Newly-graduated from Northeast Missouri State University in Kirksville (now Truman State University), Diane came to work at the Trenton Republican-Times as a news reporter, sharing the happenings of Trenton, Grundy County and the surrounding area with stories and photographs. It was coverage of a dinner show presentation by the local acting guild that got Diane involved in her first activity and the rest, as they say, is history.

Participation in the Trenton Acting Guild along with her job at the R-T led Diane to make several quick acquaintances and, as a result, add to her community involvement by being asked to serve on the Grundy County Friends of the Arts Board of Directors. Not long afterward, she found herself a member of the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, serving one term as president, and continues support of the Chamber today as an Ambassador. She has chaired the annual Halloween Trick or Treat Night while also working on several other chamber committees during her 20-plus years.

Diane was also one of the original committee members that established the Missouri Day Festival and continues to assist with the event by working at the welcome booth. A 30-year member of the Trenton Rotary Club, Diane served as the club’s first female president and is a two-time Paul Harris Fellow designee. She is chairman of the club’s Shoes for Orphan Souls project and has helped with both the Missouri Day Festival and Grundy County Sesquicentennial parades, both chaired by the Rotary Club.

As a first-generation college graduate, Diane’s belief in the importance of a postsecondary education led her to being elected to the North Central Missouri College Board of Trustees in 1998 and just recently she celebrated her 25th year of board membership. She is also the secretary of the NCMC Booster Club. Through NCMC, she holds a membership in the Missouri Community Colleges Association and is a past MCCA board member. She also volunteers with the Bright Futures Trenton program, serving as “shopper” for the preschool Backpack Buddies program as well as a member of the Trenton Middle School site council.

She is a long-time member of both the Grundy County Industrial Development Commission and Industrial Development Authority boards, serving as secretary and vice president respectively. Other groups in which she participates include the Historic Preservation Committee of the Trenton City Council, the Main Street Trenton Organization Committee, Chapter MN, PEO and the Community Food Pantry.

Carol Wilford

Kathy Waits and her daughters, Denise Hamilton of Tindall and Tammy Miller of Trenton, went on a day trip to Overland Park, KS, on Monday, July 24. They drove to four houses in which they had lived during their early years. Although the exterior colors of the current homes were changed, the homes looked familiar to them. They also went to places where the girls had worked during high school, to the grade schools they had attended, as well as other places they remembered, such as bus stops and shops. Lunch was

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enjoyed at Red Lobster. They considered their trip a success, filled with fun, laughter, and new memories made.

On Thursday, July 27, Melvin Callihan of Milan stopped at the Dan Wilford residence and surprised them by leaving a box of homegrown tomatoes on their porch.

John and Ingrid Wilford of Lee’s Summit were guests in the home of Dan and Carol Wilford on July 29-30. Saturday activities at “Wilford Acres” (as John calls his boyhood home) included picking garden produce, working on a

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On Sunday, the Wilfords attended church at First Baptist in Milan. In the afternoon, they drove to Trenton for the annual Wilford Reunion, which was held in the fellowship hall of the First Baptist Church.

Mckenna Owens, the youngest daughter of Punky and Lori Owens, began her training at the dental school at UMKC on Monday, July 31.

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PAYROLL CLERK WANTED

Grundy County Clerk’s Office is hiring a payroll clerk. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Some college level schooling/experience preferred but not required. Needs experience with payroll calculations and documentation. Must have good organizational skills; the ability to use a computer along with spreadsheets, word documents, and accounting software. Communication skills and interpersonal skills required. Job will start out as part-time with the possibility to go full-time. Please send resumes to County Clerk’s Office, 700 Main St, Trenton, MO, 64683.

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Friends of Edinburg School met on Saturday, July 28 at 11:30 a.m. at El Toros in Trenton. The group discussed school memories, old classmates, family updates, showed photos and mapped out Grundy County elementary schools with the help of historian Joy Dolan Stone. Edinburg was a high school until 1933 and finally consolidated into Trenton R-IX in the summer of 1964. The next meeting of Edinburg friends will be October 7, 2023 at El Toros in Trenton.

Pictured are, from left, Marilyn Woodward Bain, Jack Bain, Troy Williams, Kenneth Radar, Mary Lou Ellis, Mary Terhune, Keith Terhune, Jo Ann Sawyer, Dorothy Taul and Joy Dolan Stone.

Cassie Cordray Has Program at Recent Rotary Meeting

The teacher education program at North Central Missouri College was the topic of a program presented at the Thursday, July 27 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held at the BTC Bank community room. Jackie Soptic presided at the meeting, Dan Wilford gave the prayer, Steve Taylor was the sergeant at arms and Kristi Harris was the program chairman.

Cassie Cordray, teacher education instructor at NCMC, talked about the program which offers three pathways to earning a teacher degree – an associate of arts with an education emphasis, an associate in arts in teaching and an associate of arts science in

early childhood development, with the bulk of NCMC students choosing the AAT degree. The AAT degree allows students to finish their general education requirement and complete five teacher education classes before transferring to another college to finish their degree. With a teacher shortage in the past few years, Mrs. Corday said NCMC has been proactive in trying to attract students into the teaching profession. NCMC received a $10,000 teacher education grant which has allowed students to receive scholarships to help fund their education, a $200 scholarship to help pay for textbooks and money to have their MoGEA exams paid

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for. NCMC also has a Teacher Education Day, which allows area schools to meet with students who are pursing an education degree. A substitute teacher training program offers programs to qualify individuals as substitute teachers. Mrs. Cordray also presented information on graduates of the NCMC teacher education program since 2019, telling where the students transferred to finish their degree as well as where they were eventually employed. Northwest Missouri State

University, Missouri Western State University and Central Methodist University are the top transfer schools and Mrs. Cordray noted that the majority of students are returning to the area to teach once they have graduated.

During the business meeting, a sign-up sheet was passed around for members to sign up to take tickets at the fair grandstand show on Aug. 5. A new member orientation will be conducted at the Aug. 3 meeting, led by club members.

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Trenton Area Calendar of Events

FRIDAY

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

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

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

SATURDAY

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

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

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

Grundy County Museum open 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

SUNDAY

Narcotics Anonymous, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 4 p.m. Grundy County Museum open 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

MONDAY

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

Al-Anon, North 65 Center, 7 p.m.

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

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

TUESDAY

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

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

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

North 65 Center: Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Fun Night, 6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

North 65 Center: Token Bingo and Cards, 12:30 p.m.

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

THURSDAY

Trenton Rotary Club, BTC Bank Community Room, noon.

North 65 Center: Early Bird Bingo, 6:00 p.m.; Regular Bingo, 6:30 p.m.

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

groups from churches and local agencies helping to prepare by sorting and packing resources and shopping for supplies. Generous financial donations from local businesses, churches, and individuals have been given. Trenton R-9 bus drivers sponsored “Stuff the Bus” events at local businesses to collect resources. The number of ways the community shows up to support this event is remarkable.

As mentioned previously, this is a NeedsBased event. All parents/guardians are asked to attend all events with their student(s). For the protection of all participants, a head check will be conducted before a student can receive a haircut. The student must be present at New Soles for Bright Futures to receive a new pair

of shoes, and it is preferred the student be present to receive all other resources.

For the first time, First Student Bus Company is offering transportation to and from the various event locations for those who may need it (Due to safety regulations, children under the age of three may not ride the bus). Anyone who needs a ride may contact the Trenton R-9 bus barn at 660-339-7227 to make arrangements. Call anytime prior to the day of the event. Due to the popularity of free basic haircuts, the time has been extended and the service will be available from 3:00-7:00 p.m. this year.

Bright Futures Trenton operates 100 percent through volunteers. Prior to the event volunteers have laundered and sorted clothing and shoes, shopped for and packed school supplies, driven to Jefferson City and Warrensburg for resources,

The

sorted and bagged socks and underwear, recruited hair stylists and barbers, helped with mailings and making posters, planned and prepared for a cookout, hosted “Stuff the Bus” events, designed flyers, made facebook posts, etc. There will be over 100 Bright Futures volunteers helping that day, in addition to the volunteers recruited by the individual churches. This event is only possible because of the generosity of the community. There is still time to donate to the Back to School event. Checks can be mailed to Bright Futures Trenton, PO Box 593, Trenton, MO, 64683, or you can contribute through PayPal on the Bright Futures Trenton Facebook page. Contact Lynn Griffin or Terri Critten, Co-Coordinators of Bright Futures Trenton with any questions.

exams.

Here's a look at some of the bills set to become law on August 28, 2023, after having passed through the Missouri General Assembly and receiving Governor Parson’s signature:

Developing Missouri’s Workforce and Encouraging Recruitment

BRIGHT FUTURES TRENTON THURSDAY, AUGUST 10

EVENTS AND LOCATIONS

12:00-6:00 - First Christian Church Activity Center

Supplies/Backpacks for Trenton R-9 students and Head Start students from Grundy County, Grundy County Health Department Information Stations, Socks and Underwear

12:00-3:00 - Laredo School

Backpacks and supplies for Laredo students

12:00-6:00 - THS Commons

Trenton School District stations (Free/Reduced lunch applications, bus routes, iPad deposit, online registration), Food Pals Application, Pass the Pride (Trenton Bulldog Apparel), Recycled Gym Shoes

2:00-5:00 - Trenton Cinema

Refreshments for families attending events

3:00-7:00 - First Christian Church Fellowship Hall/Classrooms

Haircuts

4:00-7:00 - 1st Baptist Church Activity Center

Clothing for all ages

4:00-7:00 - 1st Assembly of God Activity Center

New Soles for Bright Futures (New shoes from Hodge Presbyterian Church), Suds for Students (hygiene packs including shampoo, body wash, laundry detergent and more)

5:30-6:00 - Spickard School

Backpacks and supplies for Spickard students

6:00-7:00 - Moberly Park

Trenton Kiwanis Cookout for families attending events

6:30-8:30 - Trenton Aquatic Center

Free swim night sponsored by BTC Bank

tentimes, those workers still need training with some of the desired skills. This new law will empower companies to grow their own workers using a program through the Department of Economic Development where they can send them to upskill their credentials.

tion. An employer could not receive more than $9,000 in tax credits in a single year and the program would have a total cap of $1 million in tax credits each year.

ing emergencies and forhire drivers. It also allows drivers to use the GPS navigation or music apps on their phones.

To the Great Constituents of District 2, Governor Signs 31 Bills from 2023 Legislative Session into Law

Missouri Governor Mike

Parson has officially given final approval to 31 bills from this year’s legislative session by signing off on a variety of legislation ranging

from tax relief for senior citizens, tax credits to attract the entertainment industry, extending post-partum coverage, empowering Missourians living with disabilities by preventing the loss of government benefits, removing financial barriers in the adoption process, combatting the opioid epidemic, simplifying our vehicle sales tax, increasing cybersecurity to protect Missourians from stalking, and ensuring Missourians are covered for life-saving exams, while also not being subjected to unauthorized medical

HB 417 will help employers develop and retain skilled workers through the creation of a competitive grant program administered by the Department of Economic Development to reimburse employers who help their employees earn shortterm certificates or credentials in vital areas for Missouri’s economy. Examples of short-term credentials that would be eligible for reimbursement through the program include manufacturing technology, cybersecurity, welding, certified nursing assistant and HVAC certification.

Many businesses have a hard time trying to find the workers they need, and of-

HB 417 also creates the Intern and Apprentice Recruitment Act, which will incentivize businesses to increase the number of internship and apprenticeship opportunities in the state, allowing employers to train their workforce through paid internships and apprenticeships.

Under the act, employers would qualify for a tax credit of $1,500 for each intern or apprentice hired at a pay rate equal to or greater than minimum wage. Interns would have to work a minimum of 60 hours per month for two consecutive months to qualify. Apprentices would need to complete a minimum of 2,000 hours of onthe-job training and 144 hours of technical instruc-

Missouri is already a national leader in new apprenticeships and completed apprenticeships, but the state continues to be an exporter of potential workers as Missouri is losing approximately 20,000 undergraduates to jobs outside the state each year. The end goal is to keep more of the talent produced by Missouri’s universities here in the state.

No More Texting and Driving

SB 398 deals with several provisions related to motor vehicles, but included in the legislation is language that now will require all drivers to use hands-free cell phone features while operating a motor vehicle. This prohibits drivers from physically holding a cell phone, but also includes exemptions for drivers communicating dur-

If found to be in offense of the new law, drivers will receive a first-time violation carrying a fine of up to $100. That amount can increase up to $500 if there are repeated convictions in a twoyear period. If the result of using a cell phone leads to property damage, injury, or death, then additional penalties including misdemeanor or felony charges could be added. While SB 398 takes effect on August 28, 2023, the penalty provisions will not be enacted until January 1, 2025, to allow a grace period to educate the public on the new law. This new law makes Missouri the 49th state to prohibit texting while driving.

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

Extension Notes

by University of Missouri Extension

NITRATE CONCERNS IN LIVESTOCK FEED

by Valerie Tate, MU Extension Field Specialist in Agronomy

Nitrogen is an essential element for plant growth, but during periods of drought, nitrogen, in the form of nitrate, can reach dangerous levels in plants fed to livestock like corn, sorghum, sudangrass, sorghum-sudangrass hybrids and pearl millet.

Because forage is in short supply and yield potential of drought stressed corn is low, some cattle producers are considering chopping corn to feed green, or ensiling it to feed later. Green chopped feed should be used immediately after chopping. Once cut, the nitrate in the plant begins to convert to nitrite, which is lethal in much lower doses.

Nitrate is converted to nitrite in the rumen. When the level of nitrite in the blood is too high, it prevents oxygen from being transported in the blood. This can result in abortions, lower conception

rates, reduced milk production and sometimes death of the animal.

Any forage that is suspected to be high in nitrates should be tested to determine the concentration. There can be variations throughout the field, so taking a good sample is critical. Plants along field borders next to tree lines or areas where the soil is high in clay content or compacted, could be higher in nitrates than plants in the rest of the field. After it rains enough to end the drought, it takes about two weeks of normal growth for the nitrate concentrations in the plant to return to safe levels.

Feeds with a nitrate concentration of 2,500 ppm are considered safe for all classes of livestock. If the concentration is 2,500 to 5,000 ppm, caution should be used when feeding this forage. Pregnant cows and young animals are particularly susceptible. If the concentration is above 5,000 ppm, but less than 15,000

ppm, limit the amount of this forage to one fourth of the animal’s diet. Any forage with more than 15,000 ppm of nitrate should not be fed.

When silage ferments, nitrate concentrations may be reduced by 35 to 50 percent. But if the nitrate concentration was over 10,000 ppm when it was harvested, reducing the level by half, can still be cause for concern. Additionally, if it did not adequately ensile, or if the entire corn plant or the stalks were baled dry after grain harvest, nitrate levels can remain dangerously high.

Dr. Eric Bailey, MU Beef Nutrition Specialist, says the best way to feed forage high in nitrates, is to grind it with other feedstuffs. This can prevent cattle from consuming too much at one time. Limiting the amount of time animals have access to high nitrate forages can also reduce the likelihood of over consumption. Avoid feeding supplements which are high in protein and supplements with non-protein nitrogen. Cattle can gradually adapt to higher levels of nitrate in their diet, but it takes time. Contact your MU Extension livestock specialist or veterinarian to develop feeding strategies.

Editor’s Note: This column by Caleb Jones is from the August 2023 edition of Rural Missouri magazine. It has been printed with permission by the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives.

This past weekend our kids were up way past their bedtimes running through our yard chasing insects that light up. While I believe this should be a summertime requirement for every child (and most adults), it sparked an argument between Lindsey and me.

Are these light-producing insects that grace our yards and farms fireflies or lightning bugs?

As it turns out, where you live likely determines what you call them. I even found a map explaining it. My wife is from Smithville, on the western side of the state, which makes her Team Fireflies. My central Missouri roots have me on the right side of the divide, where we call them lightning bugs.

I kept digging and found out firefly is more common in the West, where wildfires are prominent. Along those lines, the lightning bug label overlaps with the region of our country that

receives the most lightning strikes.

These debates remind me of our electric cooperative system. I had a co-op board member tell me, "If you have seen one co-op, you've seen one co-op."

What does that mean?

Well, it goes along with one of the seven cooperative principles - autonomy and independence. These big and fancy words really just mean cooperative memberowners (each of you) drive the success and future of your local cooperative.

What makes this successful is each of our electric cooperatives do things a little different because each cooperative service area is different.

Whether it's ensuring your electricity stays affordable and reliable, supporting economic growth, helping our youth become leaders or promoting broadband, your electric cooperative is trying to help its local community in the most impactful way possible. Your electric cooperative can do this because the leadership, employees and board of directors live and work in the same communities they serve. They know the local needs, and the decisions they make affect their

family, friends and neighbors.

Wherever you live, whatever you call it, your electric cooperative is focused on one thing - improving lives in rural Missouri. Now if we could just get those little bugs to generate electricity.

Caleb Jones is the executive vice president and CEO of the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives and a member of Boone Electric Cooperative.

NCMC to Hold Savannah Campus Open House

The North Central Missouri College Savannah Campus, located at 601 N US Hwy 71, will open to the public on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 4-6 p.m. for an open house.

“We are excited for the community to tour the entire campus and learn more about NCMC and the programs being offered in Savannah before classes start on August 21”, shared NCMC Foundation Executive Director Alicia Endicott. “In addition to touring the campus, faculty and staff will be available to answer questions about their programs, the technology and equipment students will use, and services available on campus.”

A ribbon cutting with the Savannah Chamber of Commerce will occur at 5:15 p.m. with a welcome provided by Savannah’s West Ward Alderman Keven Schneider. Additional speakers include NCMC President Dr. Lenny Klaver, NCMC Trustee Chris Hoffman, and Mrs. Endicott.

Light refreshments will be served in the main commons area. Cap’n Patch the Pirate will be available for photos, along with giveaways and NCMC merchandise to purchase. Items will also be collected to in-

clude in a time capsule to commemorate the completion of the campus. Guests will be asked to sign a guest book and are encouraged to bring small items or pictures to include in the capsule. Visitors on August 9 are asked to use N. Arbor Street to access the north parking lot and entrance.

The campus was built in two phases. Phase I, completed in January of 2023, included the renovation of McCarty Motors to house career technical education (CTE) programs, including Industrial Technology, Robotics, Welding, Computer Numeric Controls, and other high-tech areas of training geared toward workforce entry and customized workforce training for incumbent workers.

Phase I was renamed the Dan Hegeman Center for Career & Technical Education on May 18, 2023.

Phase II, consisting of new construction adjacent and attached to the existing building, is a predominantly Nursing and Allied Health facility. It will also have the ability to house Early Childhood Education and required general education courses necessary for degree attainment. The completion of the Savannah Campus is part of the NCMC Foundation’s major

gifts campaign, “Transforming Lives, Empowering People”. Information on how to be involved in “Transforming Lives, Empowering People” can be found at www.ncmissouri.edu/foundation/transforming-lives/.

The NCMC Foundation, a 501c (3) IRS-approved organization, works with North Central Missouri College to raise funds through various campaigns, including the “Transforming Lives, Empowering People” campaign. Invest-

ments for this campaign may be directed towards the NCMC Savannah Campus to provide easy, centralized, and affordable access to higher education in Allied Health, Technical Skills fields, Behavioral Health, and Early Childhood Education in underserved areas of northwest Missouri. For more information on investing in the NCMC Savannah Campus, please contact Alicia Endicott at 660-357-6403 or aendicott@mail.ncmissouri.edu.

Photo Courtesy of North Central Missouri College Merribeth Copeland, Financial Aid Representative from Trenton, has been selected as North Central Missouri College’s Outstanding Employee for July. This year marks her fourth year at NCMC.

Merribeth describes her job as evolving, rewarding, and challenging, and her favorite thing about NCMC is the people she works with. Merribeth has worked hard to reduce A+ processing time so students know their complete financial aid picture soon after enrolling. In the future, she would like to raise more awareness about grant opportunities offered by the state of Missouri. Merribeth sees her department advancing through the expansion of electronic processing growing ever more important for the convenience of students.

Johnna Peyton, a lead materials associate at Wright Memorial Hospital, was honored as the hospital's Employee of the Quarter for the second quarter of 2023. Paula Littleton, CFO, presented the award to Peyton at a ceremony held in her honor.

The Employee of the Quarter Award recognizes an employee who provides exemplary service, going beyond the call of duty to support fellow employees or to comfort or assist patients and their families.

In her nomination form, Peyton’s co-workers said, “Johnna is very kind and courteous to patients and fellow co-workers. She goes out of her way to greet those she meets in the facility making them feel extremely welcome. She ensures department supplies are stocked to support fellow co-workers in completing tasks more efficiently. Johnna always has a positive attitude and is always willing to help others.”

In recognition of the award, Peyton received an Employee of the Quarter certificate, the parking space of her choice for three months, her photo posted in the hospital, her name engraved on a plaque displayed in the hospital, and recognition in local media.

North Central Missouri College Savannah Campus

Photo Courtesy of Wright Memorial Hospital

Pictured with Peyton, right, is WMH/HMC CEO Steve Schieber.

“Christmas in July” at Trenton Farmers Market

It was a warm Saturday morning as twenty-eight vendors took part in the “Christmas in July” Farmers Market at Sesquicentennial Park July 29. At top left, several folks could be found walking the sidewalks checking out what the vendors had to sell. At top right, dog treats were for sale at one vendor’s space. At bottom left, a vendor was drawing portraits for patrons. At bottom right, Levi Oneal, Luann Oneal and Sonja Wimer provided musical entertainment for everyone to enjoy. The Farmers Market will be held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. until October at Sesquicentennial Park. For more information, contact Lauren Dannar at 816-383-3545.

R-T Photos by Anita Ewing

ACROSS MISSOURI

Commission Approves FY 2024-2028 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program

JEFFERSON CITY – On Wednesday, July 12, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission approved the FY 2024-2028 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which lists transportation projects planned by state and regional planning agencies July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2028. The five-year program includes funding from General Revenue – passed by the Missouri General Assembly and signed by Gov. Mike Parson – to widen and improve I-70, fix low-volume minor roads, upgrade railroad safety crossings and more.

The STIP makes available nearly $14 billion of federal and state revenues for all modes of transportation over the next five years, making it the largest program ever. Of the $14 bil-

lion, the draft STIP details $10.4 billion in road and bridge construction contractor awards, averaging approximately $2.1 billion per year.

“This STIP is not immune to the ongoing record inflation and increasing cost of doing transportation improvements. In fact, this program accounts for $1.2 billion in inflation impacts, which would equate to a year’s worth of funding in previous programs,” said MoDOT Director Patrick McKenna. “To manage these fiscal constraints, this program didn’t add a significant number of projects. We had to adjust the schedules on nearly 400 projects to manage the funding availability each year. We’ll continue our asset management efforts while also making critical improvements and upgrades to corridors

and safety features across the state.”

The program details these maintenance improvements to Missouri’s nearly 34,000 miles of roads and 10,400 bridges. The draft STIP was released in June for public review, and MoDOT received 72 comments.

The STIP also includes detailed project information for non-highway modes of transportation and a section detailing planned operations and maintenance activities for the next three years. This additional information is provided to allow Missourians to more easily see how their transportation funding is invested. The Final STIP is available online at https://www.modot.org/statewidetransportation-improvement-program-stip.

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Public Invited to Discuss Priority Unfunded Transportation Needs

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Transportation is inviting the public to join the discussion on priority unfunded transportation needs in their areas.

Missouri’s transportation system is a tremendous asset, including 33,808 miles of roads and 10,424 bridges, making it one of the largest for any state in the nation. MoDOT, working with its regional planning partners, has outlined a draft High Priority Unfunded Needs listing, which identifies $1.1 billion in annual unfunded transportation needs for the system. The list was created to guide the development of needs into funded projects as state and federal transportation funds become available in future years.

The public is invited to review the list and provide feedback on the order of priorities that could be funded in the future. A meeting to discuss the draft updated High Priority Unfunded Needs list for transportation in the Northwest Missouri will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 8, at the Maryville Public Safety Office, 101 N. Vine St. The presentation materials and a comment form are also available online at https://www.modot.org/unfundedneeds.

MoDOT staff have worked with metropolitan planning organizations and regional planning commissions throughout the state to develop a list of high priority unfunded road and bridge needs. The draft lists include $4.7 billion in road and bridge needs in three tiers. Tier 1 includes $552 million and includes needs that could be accomplished in the time of the current five-year Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) as federal and state funding levels increase. These needs have good estimates. Tier 2 is worth $2.1 billion and includes needs beyond the current STIP timeframe with broader estimates. Tier 3 includes $2 billion of needs also beyond the current STIP timeframe with broader estimates. In addition, MoDOT staff worked with planning partners to identify $1 billion in multimodal needs.

We are committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact MoDOT Northwest District Communications at 816-901-4529 or nwcr@modot.mo.gov by Friday, Aug. 4.

The draft document and comment forms will be available online through Thursday, Aug. 31, at https://www.modot.org/unfundedneeds. For more information, call MoDOT at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or visit www.modot.org. To receive the latest statewide news and text alerts, signup for e-updates.

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Chevy Bolt resurrected

Before the Chevrolet Bolt’s batteries started catching fire due to manufacturing defects, the little electric vehicles scored highly in Consumer Reports’ annual reliability surveys Then came recalls in 2021 totaling 142,000 to replace battery cells Earlier this year General Motors said it would stop making the relatively low-cost car and an SUV version. But Bolt sales have taken off and the company reversed course and announced it will offer new versions

Starting at $26,500 and eligible for the full $7,500 federal tax credit, the Bolt is the most affordable EV

in the U.S. CEO Mary Barra says Bolts have a loyal following. Eighty percent of GM’s EV sales this year are Bolts, and more than 70% of buyers are new to GM. “I think our customers are happy...actually we can’t build enough Bolts right now ” she said. The new version will be built on GM’s latest generation electric vehicle platform called “Ultium” and will have advanced software. Ultium’s battery costs are 40% less than the Bolt’s current battery, Barra said. It wasn’t clear when the new one will roll out or how much it will cost.

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FOR RENT

HELTON INSURANCE

SOLUTIONS - Williams Shopping Center, Trenton, MO. New To Medicare or Want To Compare Pricing ... Call Brian McDaniel 816289-1935 Or Leah Helton 660-359-3806 or 660-6350537 "Our Quality Of Service Is What Makes Us Different"

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Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-359-4100. LIFE * HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re your shelter. ShelterInsurance.com

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FOR SALE

Pond pipe & pond valves, pressure tanks & water pumps. All your plumbing & hardware needs. Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, Trenton, 660-359-3660

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For Sale - Camper. Excellent condition. 2012 Hideout LHS 185. Sleeps 6. Galt. $9,500. 515-771-4020

Moving Sale 1614 W. Concord Drive, Plattsburg. August 5th 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Misc. household goods, including dining set, matching sofa and chair, sundry knick knacks, china and glass, etc. Many bargains.

For Sale - 28ft 2005 Rockwood by Forest river gooseneck camper, and a 17ft 2007 Surveyor pull camper. Call 816-617-3372

For Sale - 32 Gallon fuel transfer tank with electric pump. Mounting hardware included. 2 years old. $550.00 Call (816)-528-4534 or (816) 679-5336. No Texting.

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FARM NEEDS

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

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

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Korneman Forestry Services, LLC For All Your Forestry Needs! Brush Mulching, CRP Mowing, UTV, Horse, Walking Trails, Tree Pulling, Side Tree Trimming, Roadside Maintenance, Field Edge Cleanup, Discing For Food Plots. 816-724-4395

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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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PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All rental property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

"We will not knowingly accept any advertising for rental property which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis."

Sunnyview Apartments is taking applications for single & double apartments. Sunnyview is a residential care facility for the elderly. We provide qualified staff to administer medications, provide three meals a day and offer minimal assistance with the activities of daily living. Now accepting Medicaid. For more information contact Cassandra Brewer at 660359-5647.

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For Lease. Hale, Mo. 2 studio apartments. Back ground check required. Utilities included. 1st month rent and deposit. No Pets. Available now. 660-645-2269 or 660-645-2316

RUMMAGE SALE

Inside Sale - First Christian Church of Chillicothe. 900 Jackson Street. August 4th 2pm-6pm and August 5th 8am-2pm. Household items, Hallmark ornaments, baked goods, and more.

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Huge Multi Family Garage Sale! 319 SW 52nd Ave, Trenton. Friday August 4th 8am-4pm and Saturday August 5th 8am-2pm. Lots and lots of nice stuff. Too much to list. Free Lemonade. Rain or shine.

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WANTED

Old oak color grand piano doesn’t need to work just need shell for art project will haul away for free. Call 816604-0563 thank you.

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HELP WANTED

Sunnyview Nursing Home has job openings available for the following positions: RN, LPN, CNA, Dietary and Level I Medication Aide. Please fill out a job application at 1311 East 28th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. E.O.E.

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

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WEBSITES

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

PUBLIC NOTICES

Because The People Must Know

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

There will be a tax rate hearing for Jefferson Township on Friday, August, 11th 2023 at 7:00 pm at the Dockery Chapel Church located at the intersections of Route W and Route WW in Grundy County. All Jefferson Township voters are urged to attend.

The total assessed valuation includes $221,076 in new construction and improvements. (8/3/23)

NOTICE OF ELECTION

GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI

TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2023

In accordance with Chapter 115 of the Laws of Missouri, notice is hereby given that a Special Election will be held in the Jamesport R-7 School District of Grundy County, Missouri, on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at which election all registered voters will be given the opportunity to vote.

Instructions to Voters: To vote, completely fill in the oval(s) next to your choice, like this . PROPOSITIONS: If you are in FAVOR of lhe proposition or question, complete the oval next to the word YES. If you are OPPOSED to the proposition or question, complete the oval next to the word NO.

VOTING PRECINCTS

GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI

SPECIAL ELECTION

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Jamesport R-7 School District Grundy County Courthouse

The polls of each election precinct shall open at six o’clock a.m. and continue open until seven o’clock p.m. as provided by RSMo 1986 Election Laws.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the seal of the County Commission of Grundy County, Missouri.

Done in my office in Trenton, Missouri, this 21st day of July, 2023.

(SEAL) Courtney Campbell Grundy County Clerk (7/27, 8/3/23)

CLASSIFIEDS

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

The City of Newtown, Missouri is requesting proposals for services to complete a lead service line inventory. The scope of required services is described below. The completed lead service line inventory spreadsheet should adhere to 40 CFR 141.84. Funding for the project is through the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Financial Assistance Center and local sources. The City/District has an estimated 98 service lines that must be surveyed.

Scope of Services

Records Review

· Reviewing available records to determine the presence, absence, or likelihood of lead in service lines. Records to review may include, but are not limited to: Construction records, building codes or ordinances, As-Built Drawings, Record Drawings, system maps, specifications from previous infrastructure projects, construction contracts, meter or service line replacement records, etc.

· Outreach efforts with the general public including drafting inventory-related documents to inform the public, disseminating door hangers, speaking with private homeowners, etc.

In-Field Verification

· Potholing or excavating (mechanical or vacuum) service lines to determine the material present.

· Internal or external CCTV investigation of service line material.

· Water Quality Sampling

· Visual inspection of service lines including inside a home or building.

Administrative

· Completion and Submission of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Lead Service Line Inventory Spreadsheet, by October 16, 2024, or sooner.

· Provide two-year subscriptions to GIS mapping services to access created LSL maps

· Creating hardcopy and providing GIS maps indicating location and details of surveyed service lines.

· Assistance with preparing grant reimbursement requests.

· Attending limited board or council meetings to report on Inventory progress

A sealed copy of the completed proposal documents shall be submitted to the attention to the Mayor, Marty Altiser at PO Box 87, Newtown MO 64667 or to newtown@grm.net and must be received at the specified location on or before 4:00 PM on Monday, August 14, 2023, and will be opened Thursday, August 17, 2023. Envelope(s) containing proposals should be clearly marked “Proposal for Lead Service Line Inventory Agreement”.

Proposals shall address, at a minimum, the criteria specified in the Scope of Services. Failure to include all information requested will result in the proposal being considered non-responsive.

The City of Newtown will be utilizing an “informal competitive” process to evaluate submitted proposals and reserves the right to select Contractor that best meet the total needs of the City. The City will select the preferred contractor or contractors and execute a contract or contracts for the listed services at the not to exceed quoted price. While cost is a factor in this analysis, it is not an exclusive factor.

Proposals will be evaluated on a point-based system as described below:

1. Unit costs for items listed on the front page of this proposal for all categories including Records Review, in Field Verifications, and Administrative (10 points).

2. Capability of Completing the work and submitting the required paperwork to the Department of Natural Resources by the deadline of October 16, 2024 (10 points).

3. Experience with previous lead service line inventories (10 points).

4. Familiarity with the area where the work will be performed (10 points).

The city would like to request that all proposals be limited to 20 pages in length (two sided is acceptable with a maximum page count of 40 pages). Six copies of the proposal should be submitted by all Contractors who submit a proposal for this work.

The City of Newtown is an equal opportunity employer and invites the submission of proposals from disadvantaged businesses, veteran, minority, and women-owned firms.

FOR SALE

For Sale - 32 Gallon fuel transfer tank with electric pump. Mounting hardware included. 2 years old. $550.00 Call (816)-528-4534 or (816) 679-5336. No Texting.

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Moving Sale 1614 W. Concord Drive, Plattsburg. August 5th 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Misc. household goods, including dining set, matching sofa and chair, sundry knick knacks, china and glass, etc. Many bargains.

For Sale - Camper. Excellent condition. 2012 Hideout LHS 185. Sleeps 6. Galt. $9,500. 515-771-4020

For Sale - 28ft 2005 Rockwood by Forest river gooseneck camper, and a 17ft 2007 Surveyor pull camper. Call 816-617-3372

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RUMMAGE SALE

Inside Sale - First Christian Church of Chillicothe. 900 Jackson Street. August 4th 2pm-6pm and August 5th 8am-2pm. Household items, Hallmark ornaments, baked goods, and more.

-------------------------------------Huge Multi Family Garage Sale! 319 SW 52nd Ave, Trenton. Friday August 4th 8am-4pm and Saturday August 5th 8am-2pm. Lots and lots of nice stuff. Too much to list. Free Lemonade. Rain or shine.

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Trenton R-IX School District Tax Rate Hearing Notice

NOTICE OF TAX RATE HEARING

Myers Township will hold a public tax levy hearing on August 10, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at the Fairview School House on the corner of NE 80th Ave. and NE 100th Street. Please contact Kris Smith at krisrn96319@yahoo.com for additional information.

(8/1, 8/3/23)

*Estimates reflect the most accurate information provided by the County Clerks at the time of this posting. These figures are based on information available as of Monday, July 31, 2023. It is possible the estimate may change by the Tax Rate Hearing or that the Board of Education may make changes until September 1, 2023. (8/3/23)

TAX HEARING NOTICE

Grundy County Nursing Home District will hold its tax levy during the regular meeting of the Grundy County Nursing Home District Board of Directors meeting on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. The hearing will be held in the Administrator’s office of Sunnyview Nursing Home at 4:00 p.m. The District is proposing a tax of $ .15 on the $100 assessed valuation. The proposed rate is the same as the previous year. (8/3/23)

NOTICE

North Central Missouri College is committed to assuring equal opportunity to all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, ancestry, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation in its admissions, educational programs, activities, services, or employment practices as required by law, applicable statutes, and College policy. Sexual harassment, to include sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination and is prohibited. Inquiries concerning NCMC nondiscrimination policies should be referred to: Dr. Lenny Klaver, President, Frey Administrative Center, 1301 Main Street, (660) 359-3948 x1200. NCMC’s full notice of nondiscrimination can be found in the board policy manual publically available at www.ncmissouri.edu

(8/3/23)

Lady Bulldog Softball Camp Ends With A Splash

During the start of last week, the Trenton High School Softball team spent a few days holding a camp for themselves to end their summer adventures before the fall season starts. The three-day camp was held at the Ebbe Sports Complex where the girls participated in running drills, playing games, and forming bonds as a team.

During their final day of camp, the Lady Bulldogs spent the time doing rotational work. Their stations included base running, throwing drills, and finally some time in the batting cages. Doing this most of the set time of camp, the girls eventually got hot and sweaty. Coach Maddi Stillwell’s solution, sliding drills on a slip and slide tarp. The girls worked on sliding and diving techniques, while also enjoying a nice cool down from the water hose.

Coach Stillwell’s main goal during camp was to improve on the things that the girls struggled with last fall. During the summer they were able to go and win a tournament, facing off against some teams that they hadn’t seen before. They’ll be looking back on those games as they head into the season. Their hope is to be fully prepared to go by their first game.

The Lady Bulldogs hope to have a great fall season after the accomplishments they made over the summer. With no seniors to lose last season, and an in-coming group of freshmen, the Lady Bulldog roster is looking like a well put together team.

“I told last year’s juniors that they sort of get two senior seasons as we didn’t have any last year. They stepped up last year and continued to do so during our summer games and activities” said Coach Stillwell. The senior class will be looking to lead their team back to the state tournament like the teams before them.

Maci Moore’s Jersey on Display Missouri Sports Dead Week

Young athletes often dream of recognition for their contributions to the game at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame. For North Central Missouri girls’ standout Maci Moore, that dream has come true. Moore’s jersey will be displayed in the Ring of Honor display at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Tennessee, in recognition of her outstanding play for the 2022-2023 season.

“The Ring of Honor is an exhibit at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame where we honor the nation’s top players at every level,” said Kelly Mathis, Director of Development for the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame. “To have your jersey on display at the Hall of Fame is a huge privilege and we are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of these young women.”

Currently, the Ring of

Honor consists of over 100 jerseys hanging from the rafters of the back rotunda at the Hall of Fame. By acknowledging these young athletes, the Hall of Fame can fulfill their mission to “honor the past, celebrate the present, and promote the future” of women’s basketball. The display includes jerseys of the top high school and college players from the previous season. The Ring of Honor has displayed jerseys from the best players in the world including Candace Parker, Sue Bird, Kelsey Plum, Breanna Stewart, and Aja Wilson. The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, which opened in 1999, is the only facility of its kind dedicated to all levels of women’s basketball. For more information on the Ring of Honor or the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame visit www.wbhof.com or call (865) 663-9000.

June 29th – August 7th this year is the MSHSAA dead week period. This is a week for all High School sports and activities to take a break before fall events begin. For athletes this is the time to take a break physically and mentally from the activities they participate in before the hard and long season begins.

Many students finish up their summer activities such as ending summer internships, cutting down their hours at possible jobs, or even attending one last vacation.

Many teams have a long-time tradition of ending the dead week with midnight practice on the night ending the weeklong break. From

there on they will be practicing five days a week to get in so many practices before their first games.

As a community, make sure to support your local students, teachers, and coaches by attending events such as game nights and competitions. They work hard to showcase their skills on the field and courts. Community support can make a great impact on your home teams as they compete.

Whether it is attending football games, to watching the marching band compete, or volunteering your time and donating snacks or other items, teams will always appreciate the help and support.

R-T Photos/Libby Endicott BATTER UP - (above) Kaegen Croy focuses on her hitting placements in the batting cage during THS Softball camp. Croy a returning veteran hopes to bring her skills to the plate this season.

R-T Photos/Libby Endicott GETTING DOWN - (above) Emma Roberts and (below) Madi Moore work on their diving skills during the teams slip and slide fun. The team enjoyed the cool water after a hot couple hours of hard work