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NRCS Missouri Announces Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) Application Deadline COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is now accepting applications for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), which helps producers enroll wetlands, grasslands and farmlands into conservation easements.

While ACEP applications are accepted year-round, Missouri producers and landowners should apply by Jan. 26, 2024, to be considered for funding in the current cycle. Applications received after the ranking date will automatically be considered during the next funding cycle. Funding is provided through a competitive process.

“ACEP aids landowners and eligible entities with conserving, restoring and protecting wetlands, productive agricultural lands and grasslands,” said Acting Easement Coordinator Scott Siegfried. “NRCS conservation easements have a tremendous footprint in the U.S. at more than 5 million acres, or 58,000 square miles enrolled.”

ACEP enrollment options A C E P - We t l a n d Reserve Easements (WRE): Helps restore, protect and enhance wetlands on eligible land.

Wetland Reserve Easements are either perpetual, 30 years or maximum duration under State law, or 30 years for Indian Tribes.

ACEP-Agricultural Land Easements (ALE): Protects farmlands and grasslands by limiting non-agricultural uses of the land. Agricultural Land Easements are either perpetual or the maximum duration allowed under State law.

Agricultural Conservation Easement Pro-

gram The Program protects the agricultural viability and related conservation values of eligible land by limiting nonagricultural uses, which negatively affect agricultural uses and conservation values, protect grazing uses and related conservation values by restoring or conserving eligible grazing land, and protecting and restoring and enhancing wetlands on eligible land.

Inflation Reduction The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) included $1.4 billion in additional funding for ACEP over five years, and it revised ACEP authority, providing Inflation Reduction Act funding for easements that will most reduce, capture, avoid or sequester greenhouse gas emissions, and extending regular program funding through fiscal year 2031. NRCS is streamlining ACEP, to ensure that the program is easier and more convenient to utilize, and to strengthen implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act. Specifically, NRCS is streamlining ACEP appraisals, land surveys, and certifying eligible entities who help NRCS and producers enroll land into agricultural land easements. In addition, NRCS is expanding the national priority areas eligible for Inflation Reduction Act funding for ACEP easements.

For more information, see our fact sheet, ACEP and the Inflation Reduction Act. How to Apply NRCS in Missouri will accept applications through Jan. 26, 2024.

Visit your local NRCS Missouri field office or contact Acting Easement Coordinator Scott Siegfried at scott.siegfried@ usda.gov.

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PC Hospital Foundation Topic of Rotary Presentation

Shown (L to R) are PCMH Human Resources Director Debbie Douglas, CEO Gayle Pickens, and Foundation Directors Dr. Thomas Williams, Sandy Williams, and Andrew Garber. Foundation Directors not present are Susie Fleshman and Lisa Schmidt. Photo credit: Mary Comstock Submitted by Mary Comstock The Putnam County Hospital Foundation has been revived in recent months and is ready to accept donations. The foundation is a 501c(3) nonprofit and all donations are tax deductible.

Dr. Thomas Williams, president of the foundation, told Rotarians that PC Memorial Hospital

employees are already contributing to the foundation. Donations can be mailed to the Putnam County Hospital Foundation, 1926 Oak Street, Unionville, Missouri 63565.

Gayle Pickens, PCMH CEO, informed the group there are currently eight specialty doctors who come to the hospital on a regular ba-

sis. She said, “We work everyday to keep health care in our community.

The hospital is more than bricks and mortar, we have the best staff.” Dr. Williams echoed Gayle’s statements, saying “The hospital is critical to our community and we have a very caring and fine staff.”

Department of Natural Resources Reminds Missourians About Mercury Hazards Incidents in 2023 underscore importance of awareness and safety JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is reminding Missourians that mercury still poses contamination hazards from improper handling and potential health risks

from exposure. People should know what mercury is and the risks of unsafely handling the toxic material. They should also understand how to prevent spills, how to safely dispose of mercury-containing devices and what actions to take if a spill occurs.

The department was

involved in at least nine mercury spills in 2023, underscoring the importance of mercury awareness and safety. Reported incidents occurred across the state and included mercury that had been poured down a

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Army Delivers Funding for Family Housing at Fort Leonard Wood Following Commitment to Senator Hawley WASHINGTON --On December 20, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (RMo.) announced that the Army has now delivered $41.49 million for new family housing at Fort Leonard Wood. This follows Senator Hawley’s repeated demands that overdue investment in families’ homes be made and a commitment by the Army to deliver these funds.

“Fort Leonard Wood’s military families lead a life of service and deserve homes that meet their basic needs.

I’m glad to see the Army finally delivering on their promise to replace all aging homes on the base. I urge the Army to ensure that the additional $50 million in promised funding for FY2024 is delivered on time,” said Senator Hawley.

Senator Hawley has long advocated for improved family housing at Fort Leonard Wood and has pressed the Army to deliver on its pledge to replace all military housing on the base.

In December 2022, Senator Hawley announced the Army had committed to spending

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My Side Of The Desk

The Shepherd’s Call

by Dr. H. Wade Paris

Karen Bradshaw

After the hustle and bustle of Christmas, I am guessing most people are ready to take a deep breath and slow down a little bit as the new year begins. At least that is the case here.

Hopefully with the January 10 issue things will be back to normal as far as deadlines are concerned. This issue had to be in to the printers by noon on December

30 and with the school and several businesses closed the result is an eight-page paper again this week. To do justice to the basketball teams, the recaps for the Marceline and King City match ups will be in the January 10 issue.

As we usher in the new year, may your 2024 be filled with blessings!

Happy New Year.

Birthdays

Send additions/Corrections to: urep@nemr.net Thursday, January 4 Deanna Carter, Heather Varner, Cara Murphy Kincannon, Jackie Reasbeck, Josh Wells, Lauren Berry, Joshua Mathes, Stephanie Overton Friday, January 5 Mark Cawley, Phillip Halley, Lillian Sell Saturday, January 6 Megan Roof, Don Leslie, Brianna Wertz, Janoah Medecce Sunday, January 7 Paul Ryals, Casey Butler, Joyce Montgomery, Trevor Pickering, Jordan Welch, Ashley

Smith, Max Wright Monday, January 8 Penny Blue, Boyd Bradshaw, Angie Sidden, Carol Neighbors, Annette Valentine, Matt McCormack Tuesday, January 9 Pat Carter, Ronnie Ryals, Ben Schreiber, Rhonda Current, Megan Jacobs, Angel Hendrix Wednesday, January 10 Debra Wood, Jamie Porras, Debbie Smith, Jamie Minear, Mrs. Gail Brown, George Headrick, Kathleen Kimmel, Adeline Dickerson

PC Cafe Menu Thursday, January 4 Ham and Great Northern Beans, Cole Slaw, Potatoes, Fruit Crisp Friday, January 5 BUFFET, Baked Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit & Desserts Monday, January 8 Salisbury Steak, Corn

Casserole, Brussels Sprouts, Applesauce Tuesday, January 9 Sweet/Sour Chicken, Stir Fry Vegetables, Egg Roll, Mandarin Oranges Wednesday, January 10 SALAD BAR, Goulash w/Meat Sauce, 1c Lettuce Salad, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, Pudding

Omaha Baptist Church Sunday Morning Bible Study for ALL Ages at 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m.

Please come to hear Pastor Kevin Collins bring you a reassuring word from God.

Praying in the New Year Rounding Out the Year As we stand at the threshold of a new year, it’s only natural to take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve traveled over the past twelve months. The year 2023 has been filled with its share of challenges and triumphs, lessons learned, and moments of growth. Each experience has shaped us in unique ways, contributing to the tapestry of memories that define this chapter in our lives.

In 2023, the Missouri House managed to pass a number of great bills, setting up Missouri once again for a brighter future. Here’s a look back at some of the major legislative accomplishments from 2023: Missouri lawmakers this year approved the largest operating budget in the state’s history for Fiscal Year 2024. The budget, totaling approximately $51.8 billion with $15.2 billion in general revenue, focused on strategic investments in infrastructure, workforce development, education, and public safety. The state ended the previous fiscal year with a surplus of $7.8 billion. The approved budget for Missouri reflects significant investments in various sectors, including education, infrastructure, public safety, and healthcare.

Some key highlights include: Record Funding for K-12 Schools: Over $9.8 billion allocated for K-12 public schools. $3.6 billion to fully fund the school foundation formula.

Additional $233 million for a total of $347 million to fully fund school transportation. $29 million to raise the minimum public school teacher salary to $38,000. $50 million for Close the Gap grants to address pandemic-related learning loss.

Increased Support for Higher Education: More than $1.4 billion allocated for higher education and workforce development. 7% funding increase for state public colleges and universities.

Full funding for scholarship programs such as Bright Flight, Access Missouri, and A+. $38.3 million for MoExcels workforce development projects on college campuses.

Funding Increases for I-70 Expansion and Infrastructure Improvements: $2.8 billion allocated to widen Interstate-70 to at least three lanes in

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Resolved

Many are making New Year’s resolutions: weight loss, exercise, get organized, slow down in life! Here’s Kevin Collins another one that is much easier and can be done in less than an hour. Why not make this the year you make a pre-arranged, pre-paid funeral plan? Give us a call and we would be glad to visit with you about this wise and loving aspect of life.

Playle & Collins Family Funeral Home “Local People Serving Local Families” 709 S. 27th St., Unionville 660-947-2200

Someone, out there somewhere reading this column, will want to establish a daily prayer vigil with Jesus. You may even make a New Year’s resolution to do so. I would like to help you, encourage you.

Not all New Year’s Resolutions are worthy, but this one is. Establishing such a discipline can be difficult. It is like exercising---easy to begin but difficult to continue.

Prayer is more like a marathon than a sprint.

In this day of instant pudding, instant coffee, and texting, we expect quick results from our prayers. To use a kitchen metaphor, prayer is more like cooking something in the oven than making a bowl of Ramen noodles.

Here are suggestions from proven prayer warriors. Begin by asking God to help you. Our will can be very weak, especially when developing ongoing difficult disciplines. Ask God to remind you to spend time with Him. “Lord, put ‘signposts’ in my way.”

Let your expectations be realistic. We hear that someone won the lottery because they prayed.

Their winning may be true, but it is doubtful God directed it. Jesus did instruct us to ask for our wants and needs, but He answers in accordance

with our best interest.

And He knows that better than we do.

Establishing a time and place to pray is always helpful. That usually takes some adjustment to our lives. One should not expect to succeed in any discipline without life adjustments. After all, that is the purpose of the discipline.

Often people trying to develop a prayer life are successful for a few days and then experience difficulty. Let me use the “fall off the bicycle” cliché, just get up and try again, and again.

At first you may wonder if God is listening. I assure you the Lord hears every sincere prayer. If when you pray you doubt God is listening, tell Him so, “Lord, are you really listening to me?” I assure you He will not get mad.

Present your needs/ problems to God and trust His answer. Pray like this, “Lord, here is my need/want.” Do not pray, ”Lord, here is my need; and here is how I want you to fix it.” God always answers better than we ask.

This week’s column is a bit different, but it is timely. A new year is dawning; and if reading the column helps you find time to spend with God, it will be more than worth the time you have spent reading it.

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Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri Hosts Holiday Open House at Unionville Branch

On December 22, Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri hosted their annual Unionville Holiday Open House. Submitted by Rita Ingersoll

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that had leaked out of a mailed package. The employee was sent to a hospital as a precaution to be monitored for mercury exposure and the two facilities required extensive environmental investigation and remediation.

“Some people may think mercury poisoning is a thing of the past, but that’s just not true,” said Lynn Milberg, director of the department’s Environmental Services Program. “Folks need to realize that mercury

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is still around, it must be handled very carefully and exposure can cause serious health impacts.”

Health Risks Elemental or metallic mercury, the silver fluid that many have seen in science class, is liquid at room temperature and has no odor. When mercury is spilled, some of it will evaporate into the air and the vapor can move long distances. Mercury is toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Improper cleanup easily spreads the mercury and increases exposure risk by dispersing it into the air or onto furniture, carpets, clothes and other surfaces.

Everyone’s health can be impacted by mercury exposure. However, unborn babies and young children are at greatest risk because of their developing central nervous systems. If mercury exposure is suspected, contact a healthcare provider immediately.

Short-term exposure to high levels of mercury vapors may cause serious health effects, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and lung damage. It can also cause increased blood pressure, heart rate, skin rashes and eye irritation.

Symptoms from longterm mercury exposure can develop in just a few weeks and include tremors, decreased hand-eye coordination, memory problems, insomnia and irritability. If these symptoms are not correctly identified and further exposure prevented, permanent nervous system damage can occur.

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ment of Health and Senior Services offers more information about mercury health risks on its website.

Spill Prevention and Safe Disposal Mercury is still used in many devices such as thermometers, barometers, switches, thermostats and fluorescent lamps. Bulk elemental mercury and laboratory reagents are also used in school science labs. Improperly storing or mishandling mercury-containing items can cause dangerous and costly mercury spills, so people should be aware of what items contain mercury and know how to safely handle them to prevent accidents that could release the mercury. People can most easily prevent spills by discontinuing the use of these items and switching to safer alternatives.

Most items that contain mercury can be replaced with mercury-free (or lower-mercury) alternatives. These include spirit-filled or digital thermometers, electronic thermostats and switches, manual blood pressure monitors and other digital devices.

The department encourages citizens not to discard mercury-containing items in their trash, but to use household hazardous waste facilities as their first option for proper disposal. A list of permanent household hazardous waste facilities in Missouri is available online.

According to state and federal regulations, businesses and schools are required to manage mercury-containing waste items, such as laboratory chemicals and jars of elemental mercury, as hazardous waste. Anyone who regularly handles these items should know the regulations for safely disposing of any items that contain mercury.

Heating and air conditioning contractors can

participate in a collection program through the Thermostat Recycling Corporation, a non-profit corporation that facilitates the collection and proper disposal of all wall-mounted mercury-switch thermostats.

To find local collection sites and for more information, visit nema.org/ gov/ehs/trc.

Spill Cleanup and Safety Only a small amount of mercury is contained in common thermometers, so a broken device does not present an immediate health risk.

However, if not quickly and properly cleaned up, the released mercury can present a long-term exposure risk.

Mercury spills should only be addressed by properly trained and equipped professionals.

Incorrectly handling a spill can create a worse problem, making cleanup much more expensive and increase the time needed for full remediation. Cleaning up a mercury spill typically requires the contaminated property to be vacated until it is deemed safe. After a spill, small mercury beads can form and scatter making them difficult to find and clean thoroughly. Any remaining mercury beads will gradually form mercury vapors that can lead to inhalation and long-term exposures and health risks.

If a spill occurs, keep everyone away from that area and do not try to clean it up. Immediately remove any potentially contaminated clothes and place them in the same spill location. Leave the home or building and call the department’s Environmental Emergency Response 24-hour hotline at 573-634-2436 for guidance.

More mercury information resources are available at dnr.mo.gov/ monitoring/mercury.

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Obituaries

Elaine Mathes

Elaine Mathes, 86, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away at the University of Chicago Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, on Tuesday, December 19, 2023.

Lois Elaine (Beeler) Mathes was born in Putnam County, Missouri, on March 31, 1937, the daughter of Charley E. and Aletha (Pearson) Beeler. Her mother passed away when Elaine was two years old, and her father married Lenore (Stewart) Beeler who became Elaine’s mother. Elaine was raised in the Button Ridge area of Putnam County and attended country schools in that area.

She graduated from Unionville High School in 1954 and married Ola “Dutch” Mathes in Graysville on June 24, 1954. They soon moved to Rockford, Illinois, where Dutch was

employed with Knox Motor and Elaine was a wonderful homemaker.

Her family remembers the immaculate way she did laundry and the hot breakfasts she prepared before school. Elaine helped her children with their homework, created math races to develop proficient math skills.

She loved to do crossword puzzles and she put together her own crossword puzzle dictionary.

She and Dutch worked together on quilts. They purchased the family farm in Graysville, Missouri, and set up a house there where they spent many, many enjoyable days. They loved to raise a garden in Rockford and Graysville. Elaine and Dutch traveled to Hawaii with daughter Peggy and her husband Steve.

She attended the Southeast Church of Christ in Rockford and had attended the Church of Christ in Worthington. Her faith was very important to her. She loved to read her Bible and have her quiet time with the Lord to center her life.

Elaine is survived by her daughter, Peggy (Steve) Bogren of Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Her grandchildren are David Mathes, Paul Mathes, Drew Bogren,

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Oil during its fiscal year (Sept. 1 through Aug. 31) are eligible for membership in the cooperative.

In addition to receiving reports on the company’s financial standing an operational performance, the more than 370 delegates who attended the meeting at the Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia, Mo., also heard from

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patronage based on a percentage of the total money they spend on gasoline, diesel, propane and lubricants purchased through the company’s refined fuel and propane plants, as well as at Petro-Card 24 stations.

Customers who are agricultural producers or owners of land used for farm production and purchase at least $1,000 of product from MFA

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The visitation was one hour prior to the service. Darl Davis conducted the service with the congregation singing “How Great Thou Art” and “Sweet By and By.” The Pallbearers were Steve Bogren, Drew Bogren, Michael Beeler, Jerry Lee Keefauver, Steven Beeler, and Craig Dischinger.

Interment was at the Lone Pine Cemetery.

Memorials may be made payable to the Lone Pine Cemetery and entrusted with the Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home, 709 S. 27th St., Unionville, MO 63565.

and Tori Pillizzi. Her great grandchildren are Deven Mathes, Logan Mathes, Bella Mathes, Miles Bogren, and Frankie Pillizzi. Elaine is also survived by her sister, Venetta Keefauver of Rockford, Illinois.

Those who preceeded Elaine in death are her parents, her husband, who died on March 6, 2013, and two sons, David Lee Mathes and Larry Wayne Mathes, as well as a brother, Robert Beeler.

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Back in the Day

By Ross Malone

January 3, 1902 – The Dunklin Democrat reported that Missouri had 711,720 children enrolled in public schools in 1901. They spent $11.15 per enrolled student per year to educate them. The average student attended just 94 days that year and 106 districts only had fourmonth school years.

January 4, 1880 – The streets in Salem were good skating rinks according to The Salem Monitor. The paper said that temperatures on the 4th had dropped to 21 degrees below zero.

January 5, 2018 The Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium in Springfield was voted the number one new tourist destination in the country by USA Today’s travel experts.

January 6, 1951 – The State Attorney General

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declared that bad weather was no excuse for the failure of a bus driver to pick up students waiting for a ride to school January 7, 1856 – The Mississippi River was frozen and people were walking across.

Saloon-keepers were doing business in the middle of the river and out of the reach of any law.

January 8, 1980 – The big All Sports Show was underway at the Cervantes Convention Center in St. Louis. The nightly stage show included bear wrestling (men wrestling bears), knife throwing, and aspirin shooting.

January 9, 1978 – It snowed on this date in eastern Missouri and that started the record 71 straight days with snow on the ground.

For information about Ross Malone’s Missouri Books, visit www.RossMalone.com .

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Public Notice

Public notices… Your right to know… and be informed of the function of your government are embodied in public notices. In that self-government charges all citizens to be informed; this newspaper urges every citizen to read and study these notices. We strongly advise those citizens seeking further information to exercise their right of access to public record and public meetings.

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2023 LESLIE REAM, Circuit Clerk of Court /s/ Susan Koenen, Deputy Deputy Clerk Date of First Publication January 3, 2024 Publishing Dates: 1/3,1/10, 1/17, 1/24

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PUTNAM COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF: JAY LEE ROSS, Deceased Case No: 23AJPR00024 NOTICE OF HEARING TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP (SEC. 473.663 RSMO.) TO: Any and all persons, known and unknown, interested or claiming an interest in the property hereinbelow described, as an heir, or through an heir, of the above-named decedent.

You are hereby notified that you are entitled to appear and be heard at a hearing to be held February 26, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., in the courtroom of the Probate Division at the Putnam County Courthouse,

Unionville, Putnam County, Missouri, on the petition to determine the heirs of the above-named decedent, who died January 27, 2012, and their respective interests as heirs in the following described real property located and situated in the County of Putnam, to-wit: All that part of the Northwest Quarter (NW ¼) of the Northwest Quarter (NW ¼) (otherwise described as the West Half of Lot 2 of the Northwest Quarter) of Section Five (5), Township Sixty-six (66) North, Range Twenty-one (21) West of the Fifth Principal Meridian which lies East of the Public Road, containing eleven and one-half (11 ½) acres, more or less.

Petitioner’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number are: Tara L. Walker, 605 E. 9th Street, P.O. Box 457, Trenton, MO 64683, Phone No.: 660-3395050.

Dated: December 21,

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Notice is hereby given that the annual stockholder’s meeting of the Putnam County State Bank will be held at its banking house, 1522 Main, Unionville, Missouri at twelve o’clock, noon, on the 10th day of January, 2024.

The purpose of the meeting will be to elect seven directors for the ensuing year.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PUTNAM COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF: MARJORY JO (MATTHEWS) GREGORY, Deceased Case No: 23AJPR00022 NOTICE OF HEARING TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP (SEC. 473.663 RSMO.) TO: Any and all persons, known and unknown, interested or claiming an interest in the property hereinbelow described, as an heir, or through an heir, of the above-named decedent.

You are hereby notified that you are entitled to appear and be heard at

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a hearing to be held February 26, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., in the courtroom of the Probate Division at the Putnam County Courthouse, Unionville, Putnam County, Missouri, on the petition to determine the heirs of the above-named decedent, who died December 03, 2022, and their respective interests as heirs in the following described real property located and situated in the County of Putnam, to-wit: Royal Alliance n/k/a Osaic - IRA Dated: December 21, 2023 /s/ _BJ Richardson, Mo Bar #53863 3010 E. Battlefield, Suite A Springfield, MO 65804 (417) 234-1874 (417) 771-5565 FAX bj@taxesquire.com ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER LESLIE REAM, Circuit Clerk of Court

/s/ Susan Koenen, Deputy Deputy Clerk Date of First Publication January 3, 2024 Publishing Dates: 1/3,1/10, 1/17, 1/24

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$41.4 million in FY2023 and another $50 million in FY2024 for new housing at Fort Leonard Wood. Senator Hawley sent letters to the Secretary of the Army in March and October demanding that the Army meet its own deadline in delivering $41.4 million

to Fort Leonard Wood by the end of FY2023. The Army’s response to commit to $41.49 million by the end of this calendar year—slightly more than its initial $41.4 million pledge—will provide service members at the base with the quality housing they deserve.

Joe’s Bits and Pieces

Joe Koenen, AgriBusiness Specialist (Mo Extension Ret.) NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS I try to make New Year’s resolutions although I admit I do not always keep them. I do think it is important to make business resolutions for the new year and since we are past that, I will address that today.

New Year’s resolutions I recommend for producers are: first, keep up-to-date with your farm records, especially now when you are less hectic. Your county extension office can still provide you with the blue record book for a small fee or you can download the computer version of the blue book at Farm accounting | MU Extension (missouri. edu). It will make tax management and other decisions easier later on. Other computerized records are available. If you completed a 2024 cash flow plan (which you need to), then you can compare actual to what you projected. Do not panic if they are not the same! Second, remember there are budgets you can download to get income and expenses outlook for 2024 at Agricultural Business and Policy Extension | MU Extension (missouri.edu) and click on budgets. Third, if you have not done this already, determine how many acres of corn, soybeans, wheat, hay and pasture you will have in 2024.

Livestock numbers and sales are important to figure also. Fourth, include in the cash flow any capital purchases and sales you may have

in 2024. That may include bulls, tractor overhaul, new(er) baler and any other items. Remember needs and wants are not the same. Fifth, continue to stay current with IRS rules as they continue to go to more online forms (like the 10 and over information returns new online system requirement I discussed some weeks ago) and changes as they can and will affect you. Sixth, the old adage “what goes up must come down” applies to farm prices too so keep current on price outlook and trends so you can take advantage if prices fall later on.

We are in an era where things can change overnight so keep that in mind. I will plan on keeping you updated as much as possible in 2024.

REMINDERS Do not forget Farmer’s Tax Guides are available at no charge at your county extension office or online at 2023 Publication 225 (irs. gov). They are a useful resource. Information forms (1099 NEC, 1099MISC, etc.) are due the end of January to the IRS. Your county extension office can assist you with many things including soil, manure, and feed tests. They have copies of guide sheets for a small fee, 9-1-1 driveway markers, and other publications too.

You can also go online at www.extension.missouri.edu/putnam.

THOUGHT: “Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations. Don’t quit”!

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both directions. Additional funds for environmental studies on Interstate 44 and U.S. Route 63. $50 million for safety improvements at railroad crossings.

Strong Support for Law Enforcement and Public Safety: 20% pay increase for the Missouri State Highway Patrol and Capitol Police. $50 million for school safety grants. $2 million for the Missouri National Guard for recruitment.

Improved Care for Missouri’s Vulnerable Population: $300 million for a new mental health hospital in Kansas City. $171 million to increase pay for workers supporting Missourians with developmental disabilities. $33.3 million funding increase for the Children’s Division, addressing foster care and child abuse. $78 million to expand childcare access and improve facilities. $4.3 million to implement a new maternal mortality plan.

Additional Budget Items: Funding for veterans’ homes, nursing home rate increases, and home and community-based services.

Investments in childcare access, employer staff wages, and healthcare staffing.

Support for broadband expansion, libraries, drug addiction treatment, autism research, and sports events.

In addition to the budget, lawmakers in 2023 passed more than 60 bills, with several strong pieces of legislation becoming law. Here’s a look at some of the top bills of interest passed this session: Introducing Tax Relief for Seniors – SB 190 aims to provide significant tax relief to Missouri’s elderly population.

This legislation seeks to eliminate the state income tax on social security benefits, allowing all seniors, regardless of their adjusted gross income or filing status, to deduct 100% of their social security benefits.

Supporting Seniors in Homeownership – SB 190 strives to safeguard seniors from property tax burdens that may force them out of their homes. The bill proposes a freeze on property taxes for Missouri residents aged 65 and older.

Additionally, it enables counties to implement ordinances authorizing property tax credits for eligible senior homeowners. This measure ensures that seniors do not face higher property taxes than what they paid at the age of 65.

SAFE Act for Youth Protection - SBs 49, 236 & 164, collectively known as the SAFE Act, are designed to shield Missouri’s children from potentially harmful sex change drugs and surgeries. The legislation prohibits healthcare providers from performing gender transition surgery on individuals under 18 and restricts the prescription of cross-sex hormones or puberty-blocking drugs for gender transition in minors. Violation of these provisions may result in the revocation of a healthcare provider’s professional license.

Advancing Fairness in Female Athletics – SB 39 is aimed at promoting fairness and equal opportunities for female student athletes.

This bill prohibits students from participating in athletic competitions designated for the opposite sex, as determined by their official birth certificates. It clarifies the definition of biological sex on birth certificates and allows flexibility for female students to com-

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Fostering Workforce Development - HB 417 is geared towards assisting employers in developing and retaining skilled workers. It establishes a competitive grant program to reimburse employers supporting their employees in obtaining short-term certificates or credentials essential to Missouri’s economy.

Examples include certificates in manufacturing technology, cybersecurity, welding, certified nursing assistant, and HVAC certification.

Promoting Internships and Apprenticeships – HB 417 encourages businesses to recruit and train future workers by creating the Intern and Apprentice Recruitment Act. This legislation provides employers with a tax credit of $1,500 for each intern or appren- tice hired at or above minimum wage, with specific criteria for eligibility. The program includes a cap on annual tax credits and aims to foster the growth of internships and apprenticeships in the state.

Boosting Film and Entertainment Industry – SB 94, known as the “Show MO Act,” offers tax credits to attract film and entertainment projects to Missouri. These credits start at 20% of specified costs, with additional opportunities based on certain criteria such as filming location, portrayal of the state, and hiring Missourians.

The incentives are set to expire at the end of 2029 unless extended.

Attracting Music Industry Investment – SB 94 also seeks to attract more music industry dollars by authorizing credits for rehearsal and tour expenses for live tours.

These credits, capped at $1 million, are calculated at 30% of tour or rehearsal expenses, with

limitations based on total expenses. The program has an expiration date of 2030 unless extended.

Expanding Access to Physical Therapy - HBs 115 & 99 and SB 51 aim to promote individual choice in healthcare decisions by eliminating unnecessary regulations.

These bills enable qualified physical therapists to evaluate and initiate treatment on patients without a prescription or referral in certain cases.

They also outline conditions for referral to approved healthcare providers.

Transitioning People off State Assistance - SB 106 and SBs 45 & 90 authorize a transitional program to help individuals gradually transition off state assistance as their income increases. The goal is to address the issue where raises can result in the loss of state benefits, creating a barrier to escaping poverty.

Empowering Missourians with Disabilities - SB 106 and SBs 45 & 90 propose changes to the state’s Ticket to Work health insurance program, allowing individuals with disabilities to advance in their careers without fear of losing benefits. The bills also aim to promote the recruitment and integration of employees with disabilities into the workforce.

Extending Post-Partum Care Coverage – SB 106 and SBs 45 & 90 aim to extend post-partum coverage under MO HealthNet or Show-Me Healthy Babies from 60 days to a year. This includes full Medicaid benefits during pregnancy and one year postpregnancy.

Ensuring Access to Life-Saving Exams – SB 106 ensures coverage for diagnostic breast examinations without copay or deductible to ensure women have access to these critical exams.

The bill prohibits out-

of-pocket expenses for specified breast health coverages.

Protecting Against Unauthorized Medical Exams - SB 106, HB 402, and SBs 45 & 90 aim to prevent invasive medical exams on unconscious patients without their consent. The legislation specifies conditions under which such exams may be conducted and emphasizes the importance of patient consent.

Removing Adoption Tax Credit Cap - SB 24 proposes to expand Missouri’s adoption tax credit by removing the cap, making it refundable, and adjusting the per-child limit with inflation. This aims to provide financial support for adoption-related expenses.

Addressing Opioid Epidemic – SB 189, SB 186, SB 24, and HB 402 seek to make fentanyl test strips legally available in Missouri to help prevent contamination of medications with this dangerous opioid.

The legislation responds to the rising number of drug-related overdoses involving synthetic opioids.

Enhancing Cyberstalking Protections SB 189 proposes the creation of a Cyber Crimes Task Force to strengthen state laws protecting individuals from online stalking. The task force is intended to develop best practices and actions to address cyberstalking and harassment.

Cracking Down on Distracted Driving - SB 398 introduces the “Siddens Bening Hands Free Law” to prohibit various uses of electronic communication devices

while operating motor vehicles. The legislation aims to enhance road safety by limiting distractions and imposing penalties for violations.

Simplifying Vehicle Sales Tax - SB 398 proposes that licensed motor vehicle dealers collect and remit sales tax on all motor vehicles sold, aligning Missouri with other states. This aims to streamline the sales tax process for vehicle purchases.

Looking Forward to 2024 As we set our sights on 2024, lawmakers are gearing up to address a myriad of pressing issues that demand their attention. The legislative session kicks off on January 3rd.

As we embark on this new chapter, let’s embrace the opportunities and adventures that lie ahead in 2024. The dawn of a new year offers us a clean slate—a canvas upon which we can paint fresh beginnings, nurture renewed aspirations, and craft new memories. Approaching the coming year with a spirit of optimism, let’s set inspiring goals, foster meaningful connections, and welcome the unknown with open hearts and minds.

May 2024 unfold as a year of growth, joy, and fulfillment for each one of us. In this journey, let’s extend our support to one another, relish the moments we create together, and continue crafting the narrative of our lives with purpose and intention.

Wishing you a happy New Year filled with endless possibilities, exciting discoveries, and the fulfillment of your most cherished goals.

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Notice of Offices for Which Candidates are to be Filing for the following offices will Nominated at the take place in the office of the Honorable John R. Ashcroft, Missouri Primary Election Secretary of State, in the James C. August 6, 2024 Kirkpatrick State Information Center at 600 West Main Street in Jefand Notice of Voter Registration ferson City, Missouri: Accessibility U.S. Senator Section 115.345, RSMo., Notice of offices for which candidates Governor are to be nominated, when sent - election authority to publish Lieutenant Governor notice with filing date. - 1. Not later than the third Monday in DeSecretary of State cember immediately preceding the primary election, the secretary of State Treasurer state shall prepare and transmit to each election authority a notice, in Attorney General writing, designating the offices for which candidates are to be nomiRepresentatives in Congress for nated at the primary election. 2. each Congressional District (8) 6th Upon receipt of notice, the election District Locally authority shall publish the notice and the date by which candidates Members of the House of Repremust file for such offices in a news- sentatives in each Legislative Dispaper of general circulation in its trict (163) 3rd District Locally jurisdiction.

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MFA Oil to Distribute $19.9 Million in Cash and Equity to Co-op Members COLUMBIA, Mo., Dec. 22, 2023 - -MFA Oil Company, a farmer-owned energy supply cooperative, has good tidings to share with its members this holiday season. The company’s members are set to receive a combined $19.9 million in cash and equity in exchange for doing business with the co-op.

The company announced the planned distribution at its 94th Annual Delegate Meeting on December 11, 2023.

The cooperative reported a net income of $42.1 million for the fiscal year ending Aug. 31, 2023, compared to

$14.3 million for fiscal year 2022. Approximately $22.9 million of 2023 net income came from regional patronage that MFA Oil received from other cooperatives. MFA Oil had a strong year itself, with company-wide earnings of $19.9 million from its own operations.

“It was another great year for MFA Oil across all of our business units,” said Jon Ihler, MFA Oil president and CEO. “We credit the support, commitment, work ethic and passion of our employees with our success.”

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The board also approved $8 million of qualified cash patronage, which represents two-thirds of allocated qualified patronage for the 2023

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Glen Cope, chairman of the MFA Oil Board of Directors, said the company’s fantastic results were attributable to employees at every level of the cooperative and to its member-owners who see the value of doing business with MFA Oil year after year.

“We take great pride in meeting the needs

of our farmer-members who own the cooperative,” Cope said. “We reward their business with cash patronage and equity redemptions so that our member-owners can share in the co-op’s successes.”

MFA Oil members are eligible to receive

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