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Workshop to Highlight Agribusiness Resources

The Green Hills Regional Planning Commission (GHRPC) and Missouri SourceLink invite you to a Value-Added Agriculture 101 presentation to provide information on what value-added agriculture is and resources available to help farmers expand their offerings as well as hear from someone who has actually pursued such opportunities.

The session will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sept. 19 at the Barton Farm Campus, 96 S E. 8th Ave in Trenton.

It is part of a four-year initiative - The Show Me Jobs project - which is a partnership between the two organizations fueled by $727,919 in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant. The goal of the effort is to create jobs, increase sales, start new businesses and spur more positive economic outcomes.

The value-added agriculture presentation is one of a series of current efforts that are part of the program.

• Identification of Agribusiness Industry Needs: To better understand the challenges and opportunities area businesses are facing, an anonymous online survey is being administered. It can be accessed through September 30 at the following link on the GHRPC website: Needs and Challenges for Missouri Agribusiness.

• Credit as an Asset: New Growth Missouri will be on hand from 4 to 6 p.m. October 10 to discuss the importance of personal credit in building a business and assist in developing personal action plans. This workshop will also be at the Barton Farm Campus at 96 S E. 8th Ave in Trenton, Missouri. These initiatives will continue through 2026. GHRPC and Missouri SourceLink will work alongside community leaders to leverage entrepreneurship as an eco-

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BRIEFS Gifted Win Celebrity Softball Game

Farm Bureau Annual Meeting

The celebrity softball game was held Saturday, September 9 at Griffin Field at

Sports Center in Trenton. The celebrity game is played between individuals with special needs in our community against individuals in our community that our Gifted members see as heroes in their eyes. The Gifted Group won the softball game by a score of 24-8. The National Anthem was sung by Rita Hanes, with Boy Scout Troop 23 presenting the flags. Dave and Janna Burkeybile served as announcer and score keeper.

The Gifted Group looks forward to this event every year, and would like to thank all the celebrities in the community that participated, as well as all the individuals in our community that came out to support them by watching. Any individual wanting to join the Gifted Group can contact Brenda Thorne or Judy Leininger.

City Council Discusses Trash, Recycling Bids

The Trenton City Council met in open session on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. In attendance were Mayor Jackie Soptic; Council Members William Fisher, Glenn Briggs, Calvin Brown, Marvin Humphreys, Timothy Meinecke, David Mlika, Duane Urich and John Dolan; City Attorney Tara Walker; and City Administrator/Utilities Director Ron Urton.

The meeting started with the minutes from the August 28 meeting being approved. The council also approved the payment of all duly obligated bills.

Moving on to the reports, Urton said that the new oil truck for the street department has been delivered and the crew used it to chip/seal streets this last week. He mentioned that electrical truck 3 is down with engine issues. At the water plant, the

contractor plans to start back about the end of the month on the reservoir PS. On the clarifier modification project, Irvinbilt has taken measurements on 2nd basin and is ordering materials. The bid opening for the river PS will be September 14.

Urton said the sewer plant will be running disinfection through October. Mowing at the sewer plant, old landfill, airport, fire training center and water plant continues. Huber representatives are scheduled to be on site this week to adjust the bar screen. Once the blower motors are delivered, the crane will be scheduled for installation.

Urton said that distribution/collection has been performing routine maintenance. There have been several leak repairs this month. Collection of data for LSL inventory continues. Composite lids and new meters will

be installed to get AMI reading of all water meters. Watermain contractor (Flinn) was scheduled to start September 11. Fall hydrant flushing operations will be starting this month.

The council questioned if the people who use online billing with TMU were also getting the inserts. The council also brought up in conversation about having a textcaster for non-emergency events for the public to subscribe to. And lastly, there was some information regarding cell companies attaching antennas to the utility poles around the city or that they could set their own poles to attach them too.

The Council members had no unfinished business to discuss at this time.

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Grundy County Farm Bureau will hold their annual meeting on Thursday, September 21 at 6 p.m. at the First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 1700 Princeton Road in Trenton. Former Missouri FFA State President Colton Roy will be the keynote speaker. Items on the agenda include voting on county board members and discussion of the county resolutions to be presented at the statewide convention in December. A meal will be provided by Grundy County Farm Bureau. Each person attending is asked to bring two nonperishable items to be donated to the Ronald McDonald House. The deadline to RSVP is Monday, September 18. Persons may RSVP by calling the Grundy County Farm Bureau office at 660-3592242.

Guns ‘N Hoses Softball Game

The Trenton Fire Department and Trenton Police Department will play a softball game on Saturday, October 7 at 11 a.m. This game will be a fundraiser for the Green Hills Recreation Association. While admission is free, donations will be accepted. A concession stand will be provided with food, drinks and snacks. Trenton Bulldog Mascots and Sparky the Fire Dog will be available for pictures. For more information, contact Lt. Derek Hert at 660-6549885.

Leadership Northwest Missouri Recruiting for 2024 Class

ST. JOSEPH – Leadership Northwest Missouri continues to offer opportunities to lead, connect and grow within the Northwest Missouri region. They are looking for the right men and women to fill its 2024 class, promising those who join an experience they’ll never forget. Eight days over a seven-month period is the commitment, but the results are worth so much more. The deadline to apply is November 1, 2023. Often, seminars offer

tips on leadership and networking, but Leadership Northwest Missouri is different. This program provides a localized experience, offering leadership training, education on hot topics in the region, and access to a well-connected network of contacts. Here is what some of the 2023 class participants have to say about their experience:

“Leadership Northwest Missouri was such an amazing, worthwhile experience. I will carry the

connections that I have made long after this experience has completed. The skills (professionally and personally) I was able to develop and grow will continue to benefit my family, community, and my organization. There is something so powerful about uniting with leaders across the Northwest MO Region to work collaboratively on tackling regional issues. The synergy that comes from such a diverse group of individuals working to-

gether to make the communities we live and work the best they possibly can be, is something extremely powerful. I’m so grateful I was granted the opportunity to participate in Leadership Northwest Missouri. I know I am truly better because of this experience.” ~

Kelsi Meyer, Nodaway County

“I would recommend Leadership Northwest Missouri to anyone wanting to get into a leadership role.

Often people think that a

leader is the one who tells us what to do and where to go. This training course proves the statement above incorrect. Leaders coming out of this program have an entire tool belt of ways to act, think, and communicate as a leader. On top of that, this course helps you build friendships and con-

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Photo Courtesy of Brenda Thorne

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Students at Rissler Elementary School have been honored with the Terrific Kid Award for the month of September. Students were selected and recognized for demonstrating the character trait of “Responsibility”. The award is presented each month and is sponsored by the Trenton Kiwanis Club and Sonic Drive-In of Trenton. Those selected include from left, front row, Oaklynn Gonzales, Macie Cowan, Jonathan Keith, Rhett McLain, Clara Glidewell, Karsyn Stotts, Alexis Brown and Reid Hartley; middle row, Skyla Sparks, Leiland Armstrong, Cole Beverlin, Liam Gonzalez, Cariha Haislip, Kathryn Martin, Kalila Lake and Sawyer Belvel; back row, Kara Helmandollar representing the Trenton Kiwanis Club, Brantley Hanes, Cierra Shuler, Tyson Hunter, Laine Sahagun and Assistant Principal Wade Proffitt. Not pictured is Addison Suarez.

Trenton Native to be Featured in Exhibit

Cultural Corner invites the public to view its new exhibit, "Four Seasons in Fabric," by artist Dave Walker.

Walker, a Trenton native and 1968 Chillicothe High School graduate, has always felt drawn to the colors, textures, and possibilities of fabric. He began his fiber art journey constructing quilt tops. Eventually he felt constricted by patterns designed by others and in 2009 came up with the idea to use leftover quilting scraps to make landscapes. Over time, the process of cutting up, layering and piecing fabric scraps evolved into works of art he calls Fabricscapes.

Dave employs a “bond and sew” technique of raw edge machine appliqué, textile painting, and threadwork using free motion sewing to complement the design and hold the collage together on a muslin backing. All pieces are framed and matted for easy hanging and depict a story of travel, a record of time, or an impression from nature. Fabricscapes have been featured in galleries

throughout Missouri and can be found in patrons’ homes from Florida to Alaska.

Dave is proud to be a Juried Best of Missouri Hands Artist and has received many awards and recognitions from shows across the state. He has a BSE in Art Education from Northeast Missouri State University (now known as Truman State University).

Dave served 40 years as a Nursing Home Administrator and later a traveling Long-Term Care Consultant. Driving through rural Missouri he collected images and ideas for future fabricscapes. Now retired, Dave resides with his wife, Julie, in Columbia.

This unique and stunning exhibit is sponsored by Scott Englert State Farm Insurance and will be on display until October 20th. A reception honoring Walker will be held that evening from 5-7 p.m. Cultural Corner is located at 420 Locust in Chillicothe. Hours are 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 1-4 p.m. on Saturday.

nomic development tool and work to better understand business development and workforce needs of the agribusiness cluster. It will do so through business-building technical assistance in startup, business planning, marketing,

and financing. In addition, it will work to improve businesses’ access to capital, increasing connections to the supply chain and increasing visibility and awareness of value-added agribusinesses. Networking events, educational workshops and other events will help connect entrepreneurs and service providers.

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Council

cling bids. They decided that if they choose to separate the residential, commercial, and recycling bids that the cost should be less than going with one company for everything. There was also discussion on if the companies would bill or if the city would bill for the trash services. The council decided to table the discussion on the bids at this time in hopes that the companies who bid would be able to come by and represent themselves, and so that the council could check more into fees.

The last item of new business on the agenda was the discussion/approval of

Mid-Continental Restoration’s change order regarding the city hall tuckpointing. MCR has discovered that the material around the windows is dry and cracking. They would like to reseal it with a polyurethane rubber that would be watertight and match in color. The change would be a total of $12,200.00. The Council decided to go ahead and approve the extra work since they are already working on the building and would like to get everything restored now.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 pm. The next meeting of the Trenton City Council will be Monday, September 25 at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

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nections within the Northwest part of Missouri. You visit the multiple regions and learn a little bit about each one and what makes them tick. From guest speakers to “Tim Time,” you will leave this course with an encouraged heart ready to lead your workplace, home, and community.” ~ Cole Soptic, Grundy County

“Participating in Leadership Northwest Missouri Class of 2023 has been an incredibly transformative experience. From day one, I was immersed in a dynamic, supportive learning environment that fostered personal and professional growth. The curriculum was thoughtfully designed, covering various leadership topics and providing practical tools for success in Northwest Missouri. The passionate and knowledgeable facilitators shared invaluable insights and challenged us to think critically and creatively. Through engaging discussions and collaborative projects, I formed lasting connections with a diverse group of talented individuals, expanding my network and broadening my perspectives. This program has equipped me with the skills, confidence, and inspiration to become a more effective and influential leader in my

region. I highly recommend the Leadership Northwest Missouri class to anyone seeking to enhance their leadership abilities.” ~ John

C. Nab, Caldwell County

The 2024 class will begin with a two-day retreat at Conception Abbey, January 24 and 25, led by Tim Crowley, Ph.D., a national speaker on personal and professional development. Day-long monthly classes will follow in various communities throughout our 19county region, (Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Caldwell, Carroll, Clay, Clinton, Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Holt, Linn, Livingston, Mercer, Nodaway, Sullivan and Worth), with the class graduation scheduled for July 11, 2024.

Class participants will come away with a new outlook on the workplace, enhanced leadership skills, hands-on team building exercises, communication and motivational skills, and so much more. To create an effective experience, Leadership Northwest Missouri will limit the number of class participants. The deadline to apply is November 1. Please contact Kendra Pickering if you have questions, leadershipnorthwestmissouri@gmail.com. An application is available to download at: https://leadershipnorthwestmissouri.org/ program-information

Photo Courtesy of Rissler Elementary School

Plans Move Ahead for New NCMC Russ Derry Practice Facility

North Central Missouri College Trustees approved plans presented to build a new indoor Russ Derry Practice Facility on the Main Campus in Trenton. The indoor complex will be located on the lot next to the current Derry Practice Facility across from the Ketcham Center on Lulu Street. Nearly 90 percent of the funding for the project comes from private donations. The facility will primarily be used for Pirates Softball and Baseball teams, athletes, and coaches.

I am very excited about the approval of the Derry Project,” said Nate Gamet, NCMC Athletic Director. “This will add an entire new dimension to our baseball and softball programs and give us one of the top facilities in the Region. This couldn’t be done without the support of Dr. Klaver, the NCMC Board of Trustees, the NCMC Foundation Board, and so many more. I am very grateful for the support we have here at NCMC and look forward to seeing this project get off the ground quickly.”

Kramer Contracting Company will construct the facility, which features a 120 by 84 indoor practice area and a 60 by 60 foyer. The building features a Russ Derry memorial/trophy room, laundry and storage room, and a turfed practice field/hitting facility. The space would allow for softball and baseball players to have the space to practice indoors all year

Rotary Members Hear About THS Fall Sports Programs

round and free up the Ketcham gym for basketball practice and public use.

NCMC Head Softball Coach Sara Van Dyke said, “There are so many awesome new things happening for North Central as a whole right now, and the Derry project just adds to that wow factor. We have been hoping for a new hitting facility for a while, and it is really neat that we are seeing that dream come to life. Our baseball and softball student-athletes put in a lot of work in the Derry now, so just having that space is huge for them and will benefit both programs for years to come!”

Use for the current Russ Derry Practice Facility is not finalized, but ideas include renovations for the use of the Pirates Golf teams and storage.

Donnie Hillerman, NCMC Head Baseball Coach, said, “We are very excited and grateful for the support of all those who have been involved in making this project possible: the donors, board members, college administration, coaches, and community. The new practice facility will help with recruitment, player development, and team building for years to come.”

Donors for the Russ Derry Practice Facility have wished to remain anonymous, but NCMC would like to thank those who donated for their generous contribution and consideration for their softball and baseball athletes.

Trenton High School fall sports coaches presented the program at the Thursday, Sept. 7 meeting of the Trenton Rotary Club, held at the BTC Bank community room. Michael Ormsby conducted the business meeting, Dan Wilford was the chaplain and Brian Upton was the sergeant at arms. Jeff Crowley introduced the program.

Girls golf coach Travis Mullenix said there are seven members on this year’s team, including state tournament junior qualifier Reese Weldon. There are two seniors, three juniors and two sophomores. He said the team continues to show improvement and as of Sept. 7 had a record of 32.

Girls tennis coach Kameron Cool said there were 12 members on this year’s team, including senior Astrid Soriano, who qualified for the state tennis tournament last year. Seven of the team members return from last year and Cool said the team is working hard to improve each match.

Girls softball coach

Madi Stillwell said there are 24 team members, including seven seniors. The team started the year with a 3-0 record and has a goal of being district champions and qualifying for state.

Girls volleyball coach Brad Ewald has 28 members on this year’s team, including eight seniors. The team started the year at 1-3 and continues to show improvement.

Football coach Kevin Hixson said there are 45 members on this year’s team, which has gotten off to a 2-0 start. The team took part in a camp this summer at Benedictine College, matching up again much larger schools and, according to Hixson, “held their own.” He feels the team has a good chance of winning the conference championship after having been chosen to finish fourth.

During the business meeting, Crowley gave an update on the club’s annual fish fry, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 16 at the Rock Barn from 5 to 6:30 pm. Tickets are now on sale

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from members at a cost of $10 each. Persons may eat at the Rock Barn or pick up a meal to go. There will also be a silent auction. Proceeds will fund the club’s yearly donation to the Rotary Foundation.

Member Gary Black was presented with a Paul Harris +2 pin by Michael Ormsby in recognition of his contributions to Rotary.

Monday-Swiss steak w/peppers & onions, steamed rice, house salad, mandarin oranges, peach cobbler, whole wheat bread.

Tuesday-Cornflake chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, diced pears, biscuit.

Wednesday-Baked ham, fried cabbage, beets, Jello w/fruit, English muffin.

Thursday-Meatloaf, pars-

There will be no meeting of the club on Sept. 14 as the district governor will be holding a multi-club visit in Brookfield that includes the Trenton club along with Chillicothe, Marceline and Brookfield. The club’s next meeting will be at noon on Sept. 21 at BTC Bank. Tom Witten and Jeff Crowley are the program chairmen.

ley potatoes, Tuscan blend veggies, cinnamon applesauce, homemade bread. Friday-Tuna casserole w/egg noodles, peas, carrots, strawberries, chocolate cake, garlic bread. (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.)

LOCAL GRAIN PRICES

September 12

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

$1.15 plus 10¢ sales tax. $52.60 plus tax per year in Trenton and Grundy County. $64.60 plus tax per year in Missouri and $75 per year out of state.

PRINCETON MANOR APARTMENTS

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accepting applications for 1 BEDROOM SENIOR CITIZEN APARTMENTS

Rent is based on income and includes: Water, Sewer, Trash, Lawn Care, Snow Removal, 24 hour Maintenance and On-Site Laundry Facilities. Applicants may stop by 2610 Princeton Road, Trenton, Missouri to pick up an application and see the pride we take in our housing community. We share in great neighbors, community activities & beautiful surroundings.

660-359-5120 • Some income restrictions apply.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton Rotary Gary Black, right, received a Paul Harris +2 pin in

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Trenton Rotary Club on Sept. 7. Making

presenation was Michael Ormsby.

AGRICULTURE

100s of Different Choices Define Neighboring Relationships

By David L. Burton, Community Development Specialist, University of Missouri Extension

Developing positive and loving relationships with your neighbors does not happen in one day or a week. Instead, the relationship takes time and depends on hundreds of different choices.

Relationships between neighbors are defined by everyday actions you choose to make, one day at a time.

For example, we can linger at the mailbox for a conversation or grab the mail and rush back to our home.

We can spend all our time indoors or in the back-

yard, away from others. We could all benefit from more front-yard living!

We can choose to learn your neighbor's name and use it. There is a big difference between waving at a neighbor and saying, "Hey you" versus "Hey Matt."

One is personal, and the other, honestly, is indifferent and apathetic.

We can choose to take off the headphones when walking and visit with a neighbor.

One can overlook past wrongs or current issues and offer forgiveness and mercy instead. This might be the first step toward turning the relationship around.

Neighboring is a life-

style. You do not accomplish it in one year because an organization emphasizes the topic. Becoming a loving and caring neighbor requires daily choices.

We make choices not to be fearful of our neighbors.

We can invite a neighbor in, share food, or even let them borrow a tool.

We choose whether to borrow something from a neighbor or go purchase one. Men, be honest, have you ever bought a tool for a one-time use instead of asking to borrow one?

In 2019, I discovered I was not behaving like a loving neighbor. When my paradigm shifted, I began to see all types of opportunities. I never took the time

Sheep, Goat & Hog Sale:

Saturday, September 16 @ 10 am

Feeder Sale:

Monday, September 18 @ 11 am

Special Cow Sale:

Friday, September 22 @ 6 pm

Feeder Sale:

Monday, September 25 @ 11 am

Feeder Sale:

Monday, October 2 @ 11 am

Cattle Sales: Mondays @ 11 am

Sheep, Goat & Hog Sales:

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

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

5 weigh cow buyers at every sale!

Very active weigh cow and bull market!

Open all day on Sundays to receive livestock!

Barn: 660-622-4214

Casey Flinn, Owner: 816-769-7532

Field Reps: Dwayne Penny: 816-506-2776

Utah Stulz: 660-334-0400

Bobby Morrison: 816-345-0518

Ben Peterson: 660-247-2759

Travis Gibson: 660-646-8337

Rick Tate: 660-734-1307

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

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to notice things that had been present for years. And then, I was confronted with choices.

Return an older neighbor's trash dumpster. Deliver a kind note of encouragement to a neighbor. Let a neighbor know their garage door is open, a shingle is off their roof, or even a light is burned out, and then offer to help.

Webster's dictionary defines the word choice as "an act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities." When faced with choices where you live, choose in favor of love, kindness, mercy, and building a relationship with your neighbor. You will be surprised at the differences that can happen in a year or two simply because of your small choices.

Learn more about Missouri Good Neighbor Week (Sept. 28 to Oct. 4), nominate someone as an "engaged neighbor," and get involved at http://MissouriGoodNeighborWeek.com.

Extension Notes

by University of Missouri Extension

MISSOURI GOOD NEIGHBOR WEEK STARTS SEPTEMBER 28TH

by Tracie Moore, Community Development Specialist

Americans do not reach out and form relationships with their neighbors. Our culture says a good neighbor is quiet and leaves others alone. Americans are very busy with work, other distractions, and entertainment. Our front porches have gotten smaller, and we have put up privacy fences making it harder to personally connect with those who live around us. Humans need face-to-face contact. Those surrounded by a tight-knit group of friends who regularly gather live an average of 15 years longer. In 2011, people who perceived their neighbors as trustworthy were more likely to report higher rates of health and well-being than those who said they did not know or trust their neighbors according to a study at the University of Missouri.

The week of September 28th through October 4th is Missouri Good Neighbor Week. In 2022 Missouri

Good Neighbor Week was signed into law to help encourage Missourians to participate in activities to make connections with their neighbors. There are many ways to participate in Missouri Good Neighbor Week such as organizing a service project with a group or on your own. Individuals can participate by hosting a BBQ on their front lawn, help the kids make cards to just say hello and hand them out to the neighbors. The goal for 2023 is to document 15,000 acts of good neighboring during Missouri Good Neighbor Week. For more information on how to get involved in Missouri Good Neighbor Week visit https://missourigoodneighborweek.com/

A study in 2014 by the University of Michigan found that close community ties reduced heart attack risk for people over 50. So, why not reach out and possibly save some lives, make someone smile, and help reach the goal of 15,000 acts of good neighboring.

CITY OF TRENTON AND GRUNDY COUNTY ELECTRONICS COLLECTION EVENT

WHEN: Friday, September 22nd • 9am-3pm Saturday, September 23rd • 8am-Noon

WHERE: City of Trenton Airport Storage Building

MUST SHOW PROOF OF GRUNDY COUNTY RESIDENCY!!!

ACCEPTED ITEMS:

Computer Towers

Office Phones

Cell Phones Adapters

Laptops

Modems/Routers

Cable Boxes/VCRs/DVD Players

Game Boxes/Controllers

Tablets/Readers

Projectors

Docking Stations

Cameras

Printers

Keyboard/Mice

Wires and Cables

USP Backup Batteries

Credit Card Readers/Printers

Household Electric Cords

Computer Cords Cords Cut-Off Vacuums

Flat Screen TVs (22¢/lb)

Tube TVx (22¢/lb)

Christmas Lights

Paper Shredders

Electric Tools Box Fans

Vacuum Cleaners

Mixers/Blender Bases

Fish Tank Pumps

Ceiling Fans (no blades)

Any Machine with Electric Motor Brass (clean or dirty)

Mixed Copper Aluminum (clean or dirty)

Stainless Steel (clean or dirty) Anything that Sticks to a Magnet

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Casey & Amelia Flinn, Owners

Submitted Photo

Mary Lynn Griffen, center, has made a quilt in honor of our nation’s 250th birthday in 2026. The quilt is to be displayed in various venues throughout 2024 and will be raffled off in December of 2024 with proceeds to go to the Joseph L. Norton VFW Post No. 919 Improvement Project to assist veterans and disabled veterans. Also pictured are VFW Commander Tony Ralston, left, and VFW Quartermaster Sam Smith, right.

Dorcus Richardson Chapter of DAR Meets

The Dorcas Richardson Chapter of the Daughter’s of the American Revolution (DAR) met on September 5, 2023, at the BTC Bank Meeting Room. The meeting was opened with the DAR Ritual, Pledges, Preamble and American Creed. Highlights from President General’s Message and National Defender were presented. The Woman’s Minute was presented by Cathie Smith, The Conservation Minute by Marie Dolan and the American Indian Minute by Connie Key. Other reports were given. The Chapter has provided 2549 hours to

Trenton High School Alumni Hold Reunions

Class of 1963

The graduating Class of 1963 met at the home of Vaughncille and Garold Brown in Galt. Those attending included Joenda Hatfield Weaver; Janice Campbell Garrison; Janet Brown Axsom; Dorthy Boone Gott and friend, Lana Kennedy Snider; Lonny Veach; Jim Kidd; Patti Doss Quilty and husband, Allen; Don Lovell and wife, Janice; Betty Boltz Shell and husband, Larry; Jim Romesburg and wife, Lydia; Cindy Steward and sister, Barbara Bailey; LeRoy Clubine and wife, Roby; Ruth Terhune Taylor and husband, Larry; David Miller and wife, Carole; Lanny Ireland and wife, Lisa; Dale Fitzpatrick; Sid

Rogers; Jackie Slonecker Otto and husband, David; Jane Ryan Stoll; and Vaughncille’s daughter, Kim Ireland Townsend and husband, Corey.

Class of 1967

The Class of 1967 met for a picnic lunch at lower Moberly Park shelter house Saturday, September 2. Dorothy Taul gave the welcome. The group went around introducing themselves and their guests, told where they lived and named their favorite place they had visited. Before the meal, Dorothy said the blessing. After the meal, there was a short business meeting with Vickie Bowe moderating. Boxes for the class scholarship fund and dinner donations were pre-

Betty Wimer Gives Devotion at Recent Ward Circle Meeting

the “Service to America” project. Commander Tony Ralston and Quartermaster, Sam Smith from the Trenton VFW Post 919 provided the program on "The Empty Chair".

The DAR is getting ready to celebrate our nation’s 250th Birthday on July 4, 2026. To promote this celebration, the Chapter will be displaying a patriotic quilt made for the chapter by member Mary Lynn Griffin at various venues throughout 2024. Chances will be sold on this quilt and the winner will be drawn at the December 2024, DAR reception hon-

oring area veterans and first responders. Proceeds from this quilt drawing will be donated to the VFW Post 919 improvement project to assist Veterans and Disabled Veterans.

DAR is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women’s service organization dedicated to the promotion of patriotism, education, historic preservation and service to community. Any woman 18 years or older who can prove lineal descent from an ancestor who aided in achieving American independence is eligible to join the DAR.

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Five members of the Ward Circle, First Christian Church, met on September 5, 2023 at Washington Street for a noon luncheon. Following the meal, President Talma Joiner led the group in the CWF Prayer to start the business meeting. Her thought for the day was that service to others is rent you pay for your room on earth.

The secretary/treasurer’s report was given by Betty Wimer. She reported that checks were sent to Woodhaven Learning Center and the Ministerial Scholarship Fund for $167 each. Two First Christian students attended church camp. CWF wrote a check for $460 to cover the fees.

Barbara Crow, service chairperson, reported that there had been no action from that committee throughout the summer.

Janice Stimpson, courtesy chairperson, reported sending fifteen cards to members over the summer. Verla Harlan celebrated her 100th birthday with a party in the park. Several members who have been ill are showing improvement.

Barb Hawkins is recovering at her home. Lois Elaine Hawker has recently moved from the area.

Betty Wimer presented the devotion. It was an old Jewish folktale describing our understanding of God’s creation is imperfect, so our faith must fill in the gaps. The devotion ended with a poem entitled “God’s Plan” by Brenda Sydnor. The meeting closed with the CWF Prayer.

The October meeting will be a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Washington Street with Janice Stimpson leading the devotion.

sented. The class was reminded that the next monthly luncheon will be held Friday, october 13 at 11:30 a.m. at El Toros.

Linda Lamp gave the treasurer’s report for the checking account and the scholarship account.

Those who attended included Linda Mang Lamp; Dorothy Taul; Phyllis Jackson; John Hamilton; Kenny Gannon and wife, Chris; Wayne Wendt; Marilyn Woodard Bain and husband, Jack; Ralph Snyder; Karen Marquis Jackson; Ruth Crafton; Charles Bud Powell and wife, Connie; Charlie Reynolds and friend, Debbie McGuffy; Jim Reeves and wife, Janet; and Vickie Hughes Bowe and husband, Charles.

Carol Wilford Barb Harbo of Eagan, MN, came to visit her mother, Bonna Dittberner, from Monday evening, September 4 to Thursday morning, September 7. Bonna attended the Celebrity Softball Game at Griffin Field on Saturday, September 9.

On Saturday, September 9, Dan and Carol Wilford drove to Kansas City, KS, to attend the birthday celebration for their grandson, Joshua Gonzalez who will be turning 12 on September 15. Other family members who came were Mary, Sammy, and Andrew Gonzalez of the home, and John and Ingrid Wilford of Lee’s Summit. As Dan and Carol were nearing Laredo Saturday evening, they decided to drive over to Galt to the Galt Lions Club fish fry fundraiser.

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 357-2367.

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: Tai Chi, 10 a.m.; WITS Workout, 12 p.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Fun Night, 6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

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

Green Hills Alcoholics Anonymous, Tenth Street Baptist Church, noon. For more information, call 359-2704 or 357-2367.

THURSDAY

Trenton Rotary Club, BTC Bank Community Room, noon.

North 65 Center: Board Meeting, 9 a.m.; Advanced Tai Chi, 10:30 a.m.; WITS Workout, 12 p.m.; Cards, 12:30 p.m.; Early Bird Bingo, 6:00 p.m.; Regular Bingo, 6:30 p.m.

Laredo News

Photo Courtesy of Trenton FFA

Trenton FFA members Kinze Hanson, Cade Claycomb, Emma Roberts and Katelyn Clark had the opportunity to travel to Washington D.C to explore our nation's capital during the FFA Washington Leadership Conference. While in D.C. they gained new leadership skills and developed Living to Serve plans for our community. They interacted with FFA members from all across the country and learned of new ideas to bring back to Trenton FFA. While at WLC, Trenton FFA members were able to tour several monuments and museums and met with Representative Sam Graves at the capitol building to discuss issues facing agriculture in Missouri.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton FFA

Trenton FFA member Cade Claycomb was one of the 30 incoming seniors to be accepted to attend the Missouri HYPE Academy sponsored by Missouri Corn, focusing on advocating for agriculture through policy. Cade attended multiple workshops and sessions discussing communication, leadership, and how to tell his agriculture story. Cade also had the opportunity to present testimony to Missouri Legislators about the Next Generation Fuels Act.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton FFA

FFA members Kale Batson and Titus Kottwitz attended the Missouri FFA HYMAX Academy from June 16 - June 18, 2023. While there, they participated in several workshops, small group sessions, and learned how to be better advocates for agriculture.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton FFA Trenton FFA members Abbye Johnson, Ayra Meeker, Kale Batson, Tyler Dixon and Cutler Epperson attended the Missouri FFA Public Speaking Academy in June for three days to improve their public speaking and speech-writing skills. Outside of working on their speaking skills and speeches, they all made their fair share of friends. “The Public Speaking Academy is definitely my favorite FFA event yet,” Abbye Johnson expressed.

LOCAL

Bud Wilson Memorial Races This Saturday

Submitted by J D Green

This Saturday, September 16, 2023, at I-35 Speedway it is CSI Overhead Door Night at the Races Bud Wilson Memorial Weekly Racing. This is also a Power Wheels night, so get the kids ready for racing! Bud Wilson Memorial merchandise will be on sale with all proceeds supporting the Midwest Transplant Network.

As we remember Bud Wilson, we remember he brought love to the racing community! Love for the immediate family, love for each other, love for our sport. Bud had a passion for racing as both a competitor, a race fan, and as a mentor to the younger generation. Everyone was touched by Bud Wilson in various roles, as a fellow competitor at the track, a co-

Benefit for Spencer Ian Hamilton

ATV/UTV Ride

Saturday, Sept. 16 10:30 a.m. at Jamesport City Park

$35 per vehicle

Dinner at 5 p.m. Silent Auction until 6 p.m.

Taking orders for t-shirts, hoodies, tumblers and koozies.

Contact Tish Perkins at 660-349-0196 for more information

For questions about the ride, contact Joey Chadwick at 660-605-2734 or David Rainey at 660-973-3021.

To donate items for the silent auction, contact Amy Kurtz at 660-247-0151 or Lisa Hedrick at 660-605-0406

worker, as Dad, as Uncle, as son, as husband, as brother, as friend. Bud touched many in his 48 years and touched several even in his passing as an organ donor.

In action this Saturday will be the Sport Compacts, Pure Stocks, E-Mods, USRA Modifieds, Medieval USRA Stock Cars, USRA B Mods, Midwest Limited Late Models and

Page Tree Service

the Vintage Open. The remaining schedule for the Midwest Limited Late Models is September 16, September 30, October 14, and October 28.

Seven weeks of I-35 Speedway racing remains. In the Vintage Open there have been four (4) different winners, Pure Stocks have seen nine (9) different drivers take the checkered, in E Mods six (6) drivers have

graced victory lane, five (5) drivers have won in the Sport Compacts, nine (9) racecar aces have won in the Medieval USRA Stock Cars, five (5) drivers have finished first in the USRA Modifieds, six (6) USRA B Mods have claimed victory, five (5) drivers have claimed the checkered in Midwest Limited Late Models and in the Junior Sport Compacts three (3)

different drivers have won. As anyone can see the competition is extremely close in all the classes at I-35 Speedway. On any given Saturday it could be anyone who wins!

I-35 Speedway is home to your Saturday Night racing fun through the end of October. Come on out every Saturday night for Dirt Trackin’ at its BEST!

Submitted Photo

Trenton Mayor Jackie Soptic recently signed a proclamation declaring the week of September 11-16 as Public Water Week, recognizing water professionals for their service and dedication to treating and delivering safe water to our homes and returning it to the environment. Pictured are, from left, front row, TMU Comptroller Rosetta Marsh, Mayor Soptic, City Administrator/Utility Director Ron Urton and Water/Wastewater Supervisor Kenny Ricketts; back row, Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Jeff Bowden, Sewer Plant Supervisor Bob Hutchinson, Water Plant Supervisor Steve Reid and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators John Simpson and Dustin Gott.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton FFA

The Trenton FFA Chapter Officers attended the Missouri FFA LEAD Conference on May 31, 2023. During the conference, they participated in large group and small group sessions that taught them how to be better leaders and how to work together as a team. They also planned chapter activities for the coming year.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton FFA

The Trenton FFA Chapter teamed up with Trenton FFA Alumni and supporters to host the annual FFA Alumni BBQ on August 1, 2023 during the opening night of the NCM Fair. With support from Corey Gott and BTC Bank, the Trenton FFA chapter and Alumni were fortunate to serve over 420 people. All funds raised from this event go towards Washington Leadership Conference scholarships and college scholarships.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton FFA

Following their leadership training at the Missouri FFA LEAD Conference, Trenton FFA officers held an officer retreat, where they worked on critical thinking skills, teamwork, and leadership. The team traveled to Breakout KC to test their skills in a breakout room. The officer retreat also featured team building, officer responsibilities, and planning of FFA activities and events.

Courtesy of Trenton FFA

The Trenton FFA chapter ran and operated the FFA cookshack during the NCM Fair from August 1 to August 5, 2023. While the chapter ran and operated the cook shack, they were able to serve the community food, drinks, and desserts while they attended the NCM Fair. The Trenton FFA chapter also had many members compete in livestock competitions and rock barn entries that are related to their Supervised Agricultural Experience projects.

Photo Courtesy of Trenton FFA Trenton FFA members participated in the Food For America program on June 2, 2023 during summer school at Rissler Elementary. FFA members taught summer school students about dairy products, where they come from, and how they are made. FFA members also assisted students in the process of making butter and ice cream.

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• 25-30 hours per week

• Cover City, County and School Board meetings, along with plays, concerts, etc.

• Organizational and writing skills a must

ALPHA BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Steve Dennis

Rt. 1, Laredo, Mo.

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

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

ALTAMONT METHODIST CHURCH

Altamont, MO

Pastor - Marilyn Dorst

Sunday School 1st & 3rd – 9:30 a.m.

Worship 2nd, 4th & 5th – 9:30 a.m. (Sunday School to follow)

AMAZING GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

2619 Princeton Rd. – 359-2333

Tony Denney, Pastor SUNDAY

Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY - Worship – 6:30 p.m.

CORNERSTONE

FELLOWSHIP SERVICE

1015 Main, Trenton, MO

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service – 10:30 a.m.

DOCKERY CHAPEL CHURCH

Jct. W & WW, Trenton, MO

Pastor - Bob Casady - 417-459-2344

Worship Service – 9:30 a.m.

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

Every other Wednesday – 6:30 p.m.

EDINBURG BAPTIST CHURCH

660-789-2385

Pastor - Ron McPherson, 660-734-1782

Pastor’s Wife - Amy, 660-591-5788

Song Leader - Chris Gott

Pianist - Charles Mang

Sunday School Director Amy McPherson

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

FAITH BIBLE CHURCH

(Southern Baptist Church)

1813 Pleasant Plain – 359-6544

SUNDAY

Sunday School - 10:15 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Pastor - Steven Williamson

FIRST

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Del Weyer - Senior Pastor 660-359-4400

Micah Ferguson - Youth Pastor Sunday Services:

GIS Coordinator/Field Data Supervisor

The Grundy County Assessor's Office is seeking candidates for the entry-level position of GIS Coordinator/Field Data Supervisor. Candidates hired will receive on the job training in collecting data from real property for the purposes of tax assessment. Responsibilities include performing field inspections of real property parcels; collecting and maintaining property data; and providing, in-person and by telephone, customer service regarding information maintained by the Assessor's Office, and also other duties as may be assigned. Candidates should possess proficiency with standard office equipment and should be familiar with Microsoft Office programs. Candidates should be capable of working independently and are required to possess and maintain a valid Missouri Driver's License. This position will require frequent walking, sitting, and bending and may include exposure to extreme temperatures. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to:

Grundy County Assessor

700 Main St Trenton, MO 64683

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

2421 Oklahoma Ave. – 359-3898

Rev. Josh Gottman - Pastor Andrew Bertram - Family Minister

SUNDAY Morning Worship – 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School – 10:40 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6:00 p.m.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST 1700 Princeton Rd. • 359-3928 (Office)

Casual Worship - 8:45 a.m.

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Children’s Church - 10:30 a.m.

FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

Pastor – Rev. Bruce Cadle 2113 Chicago • Office - 359-5374

SUNDAY:

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

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

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

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

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

GALT BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor – Gene Schreffler Home 660-673-6104

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

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

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

Evening Worship – 7:00 p.m.

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

Wednesday Prayer Meeting – 7 p.m.

GALT CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Minister - Stan Richardson - 673-6695

SUNDAY

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

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m. Worship – 10:50 a.m.

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

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

Church Service - 10:45 a.m.

GRUNDY CENTER CHURCH

Pastor – Danny Berry

Pastor’s #816-261-2737

299 N.E. Hwy Y

P.O. Box 423, Trenton, MO

Prayer chain #660-359-3585

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Worship – 10:45 a.m.

HASEVILLE UNITED

METHODIST CHURCH

12386 Hwy. E, Humphreys, MO Arch Philips, Minister Church Services - 11:15 a.m.

3rd & 5th Sundays

HATTON CHAPEL

COMMUNITY CHURCH NW Highway A

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

Melbourne, Mo

September 24-27 • 7 PM

Evangelist - Jim McNeil

Bro. Jim has been an SBC and Missouri evangelist for over 50 years. He is known for his dramatic character evangelism. Some call it a drama making the scriptures come to life through memorization. To preach like this he has memorized much of the New Testament.

Each Evening

COME AND JOIN US AND BRING A FRIEND!!

MELBOURNE BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m.

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

MODENA BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - E.J. Barnes • 660-359-1286

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

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

RIVER OF LIFE UNITED

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

1900 Hillcrest - 359-2800

Pastor: Rev. Gary Pauley

SUNDAY

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Evangelistic Service - 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY - Service - 7:00 p.m.

RURAL DALE BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor: Brad Prater

SUNDAY

Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Discipleship Training – 6:00 p.m.

Evening Worship – 6:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY Bible Study - 6:00 p.m.

Children’s Activities 5:30 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH

John Agenstein, Ann Eckert, Lanita Smith

LAREDO BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Deryl Niffen 286-2102 (Prayer Line)

CATHOLIC CHURCH

2010 Oklahoma – 359-2841

Rev. William Fox

Sunday Mass - 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday Mass - 6:30 p.m.

Preceded by Adoration

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

ST. PHILIP'S

EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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

SALEM

Prayer Service – 6:00 p.m.

LAREDO CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Bro. Duane Campbell

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m. Church – 10:40 a.m.

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor - Bobby Harrell 2711 Meadowlark Lane

SUNDAY

Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Evening Worship – 6:30 p.m.

SOUTH EVANS CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Nevin Curtis, Pastor 678

BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday School – 10 a.m.

Morning Worship – 11 a.m.

Evening Worship – 6 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting - 7 p.m.

SHELBURNE

BAPTIST CHURCH

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

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:55 a.m.

Discipleship Training - 6:00 p.m.

Evening Worship - 6:45 p.m.

Classified Advertising Information

Phone 660-359-2212

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

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

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

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

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

Up to 25 words - $10.00

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

BUSINESS/ SERVICES

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

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

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

INVESTIGATE BEFORE YOU

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

The Republican-Times business office hours are

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

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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.

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

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

• Free Estimates.

Available

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

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CLASSIFIEDS

Offutt, Offutt & Associates Auction Service. Land, farm, and Home. Free Appraisals. Cameron, MO. 816-724-3214

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Need help with maintenance around your home? If so, call Tony at 816-9338680. No job too small. Located in Hamilton, will travel in surrounding area. 40 years of experience. Free estimates.

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PETS/ANIMALS

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

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

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

4100 Oklahoma Ave., Trenton, MO 64683.

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

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PAGE TREE SERVICE

Jeff Page 660-359-3699shop, 660-359-2202-home. Serving the entire Green Hills Area! Specializing in tree trimming, stump grinding & complete removal. 75’ bucket truck, chipper & stump grinder. Licensed & insured. Free Estimates!

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LAUHOFF JEWELRY

Downtown Chillicothe620 Washington St. Open

Monday-Friday 9:00-5:30, Saturday 9:00-1:00. 660-6463504 www.lauhoffjewelry. com

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H & S CONTRACTING

Remodeling, room additions, garages & decks and pole barns * New homes & basements w/ICF forms * Wall replacement under homes, repair cracks & bowed walls * Leveling, waterproofing * Backhoe & Bobcat work * New water & sewer lines. Kale Hoerrmann - Owner, 30 years experience – 660953-0724.

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JAMESPORT BUILDERS, 660-684-6931, 32137 State Hwy 6, Jamesport. POLE BARNS – GARAGES, Spray foam insulation.

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

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Willing Workers LLP -

Do you need your siding or roof replaced? Give Willing Workers a call today for a FREE estimate... 660-9735694, John Kramer, 17594 St. Hwy. 190, Jamesport, MO 64648

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

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INSURANCE

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

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Shelter Insurance – Cale Gondringer 1601 E 9th St., Suite D. 660-359-4100. LIFE

* HOME * AUTO * FARM * BUSINESS. We’re your shield. We’re your shelter. ShelterInsurance.com

FOR SALE

Water pumps, Delta faucets, plastic pipes & fittings, copper tubing. A complete line of plumbing supplies at Trenton Hardware, 901 Main, 660-359-3660.

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

2022 Takeuchi TL12R2 skid loader. 150 hours. $82,500. Call 660-605-1242.

2016 Keystone Impact Vapor lite. Toy hauler w/ slideout & separated garage, great condition. $14,000 call 913515-1072

36 Gallon fuel transfer tank with 12 volt electric pump. Includes 4x4 foot rubber mat, 2 pad locks, small chain to lock and mounting hardware. Like New. $550.00 or best offer. (816) 679-5336. NO texting.

2000 Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic motorcycle. Low miles, newer tires, very good condition. $3,000.00. Galt. 515-771-4020

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

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NOTICES

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., Trenton, MO Phone: 660-359-2212

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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.

FOR RENT

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: "All rental property advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing

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 Rent: Mobile home in Jameson. 3 bedroom and 2 bath. Call for application. 660-334-1334

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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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The City of Trenton is accepting applications for:

• One full-time firefighter position, and

• Multiple paid-per-call/volunteer firefighters

Applications can be picked up at the Trenton Fire Department at 1001 E. 17th Street, Trenton, MO 64683. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The City of Trenton is an equal opportunity employer. For more information call 660359-5552.

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WEBSITES

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

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RUMMAGE SALE

Moving Sale! Saturday, September 16th, 8am - ?

Shelter House at Moberly Park. Furniture, wide range of sizes of men's and women's clothes, dishes, decor, etc. Guile/Tabbert

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Large multi family basement sale: Friday Sept 15th 10am - 4pm & Sept 16th 7-1

. 815 East 18th Street, North of First Christian Church, Trenton. 100's of quality name brand clothing 50 cents and up, Jrs./Misses/women's XS-XXL, scrubs XS/S/L swimsuits S-2X, shoes, purses, men's S-XXXL, girls/boys clothing, fabric, crafts, tables of miscellaneous, still cleaning out. Held regardless of weather. Jincks

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Yard Sale - 1717 E 8th Street, Friday September 15th & Saturday September 16th 9am-2pm. Everything you need. Come and see!

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NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

In Re: Debra Lynn Huffstutter Case No. 23AG-DR00090

To Whom It May Concern: Notice is hereby given that by an Order of the Circuit Court of the County of Grundy, Missouri, Division I, Case No. 23AG-DR00090 made and entered on the record on September 5, 2023, the name of Debra Lynn Huffstutter was to change to Debra Lynn Moore. /s/ Becky Stanturf Circuit Clerk (9/14, 9/21, 9/28/23)

WANTED

Wanted: TWIN sized French Provential bed. Reasonable. 816-590-7964

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

Case No. 22AG-PR00039

In the Estate of JEFFREY W. GREENWAY SR, Deceased.

Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Independent Administration - Non-Resident Fiduciary)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of JEFFREY W. GREENWAY SR, Decedent:

On August 1, 2022, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of JEFFREY W. GREENWAY SR, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Grundy County, Missouri. The personal representative may administer the estate independently without adjudication, order, or direction of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless a petition for supervised administration is made to and granted by the court.

The personal representative's name and business address is:

JEFFREY W. GREENWAY JR, 2013 ALBION LOOP, NORTH AUGUSTA, SC 29860.

The personal representative's attorney and non-resident personal representative's name, business address and phone number are:

ROBERT E. COWHERD, 903 JACKSON ST, CHILLICOTHE, MO 64601 660-646-0627

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

Date of the decedent's death: 01-JUL-2022

Date of first publication: 24-AUG-2023

/s/ Jill Eaton, Clerk

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF GRUNDY COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION

Estate No. 23AG-PR00029

IN THE MATTER OF JAIDEN Z. HOLSTED, Minor.

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

The State of Missouri to the natural father: BRYAN W. MCGUIRE

You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court for the County of Grundy County, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is: PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF CO-GUARDIANS.

The name and address of the attorney for Petitioners: JAMES A.WAITS, 401 W. 89TH STREET, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64114.

Said Matter will be beard on 7th day of NOVEMBER, 2023 at 10:30 a.m., at the courtroom of the Probate Division at Grundy County Courthouse in Trenton, Missouri. You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition, judgment by default will be rendered against you.

It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to law in the Republican-Times, a newspaper of general circulation published in Grundy County, Missouri.

Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 29th day of August, 2023

/s/ Becky Stanturf, Circuit Clerk Grundy County Circuit Clerk (8/31, 9/7, 9/14, 9/21/23)

REQUEST FOR FUNDING

The Grundy County Senior Citizens’ Services Tax Fund Board is requesting organizations to submit a Request for Funding letter to the Board for consideration. The funds to finance this program are generated by the Senior Citizens’ Services Fund tax levy pursuant to RSMO 67.993. The proposed tax will be 5 cents per $100 of assessed valuation for personal property in Grundy County. The funds are to be utilized to provide services that will improve the health, nutrition and quality of life of persons who are sixty years of age or older residing in Grundy County.

The qualifications are:

1. Shall be not-for-profit in nature, based in Grundy County.

2. Has a volunteer board.

3. The organization understands and agrees that the Tax Board reserves the right to negotiate any and all requests based on funding availability.

3. The organization must have adequate staff and volunteers to perform Functions necessary to implement the proposed program.

Requests will be accepted only on the Request for Funding Form provided by the Tax Board and may be obtained by writing to:

Grundy County Senior Citizens' Services Tax Fund Board or GCSCSTF

P.O. Box 103, Trenton, MO 64683

Completed Request for Funding Applications may be mailed to the Tax Board at the address listed until 5:00 p.m. on October 15, 2023. The Grundy County Senior Citizens’ Services Tax Fund Board hereby reserves the right to reject any or all requests.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS: R.W. Keuhn, Chairman; Delores Newton, Vice-Chairman; Diana Hoppe, Secretary/ Treasurer; Members, Cyndee Chrismas, Max Dickerson, Rodney Herring and Tom Witten. (9/14, 9/21/23)

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The Biden administration’s push to loosen the federal government’s restrictions on marijuana could be a mixed bag for Innovative Industrial Properties and other companies that lease space to legal cannabis operators Last month, U.S. health regulators recommended that the Drug Enforcement Administration reclassify marijuana to a less tightly regulated class of drugs The DEA is reviewing the recommendation. Should it end up changing marijuana’s classification from “Schedule I” to a “Schedule III ” that wouldn’t make pot legal at the federal level but it would have a significant impact on the cannabis industry by removing some hefty tax

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Trenton

TRENTON: 36

KIPP KC LEGACY: 14

The Trenton Bulldogs took on KIPP KC last Friday. The Bulldogs started off by kicking to the offense. The kick would then bounced off the hands of KIPP, which was then recovered by Jake Schmadeke for the Bulldogs. The Bulldogs would use this opportunity to make their way down the field using every minute they could. They would score a touchdown with Gabe Novak running the ball into the endzone.

KIPP would come back and score a touchdown themselves to tie the score 66.

Novak would score again before the end of the quarter, putting Trenton in the lead. With a final kick off from the Bulldogs to the offense and a big tackle from Gabe Stark, the defense stopped KIPP on

their own three yard line on third and 21.

The second quarter would begin with KIPP sending the ball down field after failing their third down attempt.

After a short back and forth battle between the two teams, Trenton would finally get back in the groove to gain some yards. With a quick shuffle play from Mason Rongey to Novak, and then to Brayden Hughs, the Bulldogs would score and run in the two points to bring their lead to 20-6.

The Bulldogs would end the half with an interception by Devin Baker.

The Bulldogs would go on to win the game scoring 16 more points to KIPP’s 8. The final score would be 36-14 Bulldogs.

The Bulldogs will take on Putnam County at home this Friday.

Football Golf

Gallatin

Gallatin @ Home vs. South Harrison (Loss 26-28)

Next Game: @ Polo (7pm)

Scores:

Gallatin:

Courtney Crose - 95

LeAyrah Leeper - 104

Hannah Critten - 128

Jayda Curtis-Mazur - 139

Katie Lynch - 134

Team Total: 461

Trenton:

Reece Weldon - 94

Kinsley Otto - 124

Seanacie Ireland - 127

Abbye Johnson - 130

Ali Cox - 122

Team Total: 467

Princeton:

Hailee Hein - 130

Gracie Mitchell - 142

Kassidi Alderson - 141

Emily Oswalt - 169

Macey Johnson - 173

Team Total: 582

Photo by Macon Schweizer

HIT SOMEBODY! - S. Hanson, B. Bird and P. Baker make the tackle against the South Harrison Bulldogs.

Photo Provided by Gallatin High School

FIRST PLACE FINISH AT HOME - (left) The Gallatin Lady Golfers take home the first place trophy during the Gallatin Golf Tournament.

Photo Provided by Trenton High School

SECOND TEAM AND A FIRST PLACE FINISH - (top) The Trenton Lady Bulldog Golfers traveled their way to Gallatin for the tournament where the team placed second and Reece Weldon won the tournament.

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Softball

Trenton vs Gallatin

In a GRC matchup the Gallatin Lady Bulldogs traveled to the the Trenton Bulldog softball diamond. With Trenton as the home team Coach Madi Stillwell elected to have Avery Clark start the pitching for the Bulldogs. This would put the defense at: Morgan Foster (2nd), Jena Harris (3rd), Madi Moore (CF), Ella Novak (RF), Kaegan Croy (LF), Mirena King (SS), Kenzie Lynch (1st) and Kaylor Hodge (C).

First up for Gallatin would be Brynn Bird who would pop one out to Novak for the first out. Alex Endicott would hit a triple out into left field but no one would be able to bring her home.

Bottom of the first, Coach Penny Gardner would put AnnaBelle Ball on the pitchers mound. This would leave the Gallatin defense with Ashley

Feiden (2nd), Brynn Bird (RF), Lyndsey King (LF), Alex Endicott (CF), Channing McBroom (SS), Betty Rogers (C), Abigail Burns (1st), and Karydon Jones (3rd).

Gallatin would face Trenton’s top three in the lineup and send them back to the dugout in three outs.

The defense would battle back and forth with each team’s offense trying to gain the lead.

It wouldn’t be till the bottom of the fourth that J. Harris would hit one out of the ball park for Trenton to gain the one run lead.

However the Gallatin Bulldogs would answer the call in the top of the fifth. First up would be Ball who would bunt one out and be safe at first. The next two batters would get out, leaving Endicott to step up to the

plate. She would hit one up the third baseline to be safe at first and to send Ball to second. Coach Stillwell would then intentionally walk Jones loading the bases and bringing up Feiden to the plate. Feiden would hit one to center field landing on second and scoring Ball and Endicott. Jones, Feiden, and Burns would all score that inning putting the runs 1 Trenton, 5 Gallatin.

The Trenton Bulldogs would get back to playing good defense but fell short on the offensive side when it came to getting girls across home plate.

The Gallatin Bulldogs would win after Endicott scored off another triple and the Gallatin defense would stop the Trenton Bulldogs from getting anymore runs in.

The final score Trenton 1- Gallatin 6.

Trenton:

@ Maysville Round Robin (1st Place)

- win over Dekalb (9-4)

- loss to Plattsburg (2-3)

- win over Maysville (7-3) @ Hamilton (win 11-4) vs South Harrison (loss 2-5)

Princeton:

@ Stanberry (win 13-2) vs Mercer (win 6-4) vs North Harrison (win 10-0)

Grundy: @ Gilman City (loss 3-13) vs Green City (win 8-7)

R/T Photo by Libby Endicott HOME RUN LEAD - (top) J. Harris starts off the score for Trenton after hitting one over the center field fence. BASE THREAT - (bottom) A. Endicott made it on base all of her at bats. She scored two runs for Gallatin.

R/T Photo by Libby Endicott BULLDOG DEFENSE - both Bulldog teams played great defense. (top) A. Burns gets the out at first and (bottom) E. Novak snags the out at right field.