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Volume One Hundred Fifty-eight, Issue Number 32 February 19, 2025
Hawley Presses
Postmaster General to Withdrawal Detrimental Rural Delivery Proposal
WASHINGTON -On February 11, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) sent a letter to U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy regarding a recent advisory opinion issued by the Postal Regulatory Commission that the Postal Service’s proposed Regional Transportation Optimization (RTO) would further delay mail delivery for Americans in rural areas.
“I urge you to halt implementation of this plan for the sake of rural Americans who depend on the mail and in accordance with the Post Office’s mission to serve all Americans,” wrote Senator Hawley. “...these proposed changes will leave America’s rural communities—including many in my home state of Mis-
souri—with further degraded mail service at a time when rural families already face significant challenges with their mail.”
Senator Hawley has fought for rural Americans’ mail delivery as the challenges have continued without relief. In a recent Senate hearing, Senator Hawley pressed the Postmaster General on this proposal before its release to urge his reconsideration. Senator Hawley also introduced the Rural Post Office Reconstruction Act to establish a clear time frame for reopening rural post offices that experience closure due to natural disaster damage or other unforeseen circumstances.
Effort Renewed to Ban Foreign Ownership of Farm Land
By Mary McCue Bell, Missouri News Network
CITY
JEFFERSON
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A bill that would ban new foreign ownership of Missouri agricultural land was brought up again in a Missouri Senate hearing Monday.
Under the bill, no alien, foreign business or foreign government can acquire agricultural land in the state. Currently, no more than 1% of the state’s total agricultural land can be owned by a foreign entity.
This act expands the definition of foreign business and includes a provision allowing for research purposes.
“Alien” includes noncitizens and nonresidents of the U.S.
If passed, any foreign entity already owning Missouri agricultural land before the bill becomes law cannot transfer that agricultural land to another foreign entity.
More than a decade ago, Missouri banned all foreign ownership of agricultural land. Smithfield Foods, a U.S.based meatpacker, was acquired by the Chinese company WH Group in 2013, according to previous Missourian reporting.
The legislature then voted to revise the ban so that foreign entities could own up to 1% of Missouri farmland.
The bill is sponsored by Sen. Rusty Black, R-Chillicothe, the chairman of the Senate Committee on Local Government, Elections and Pensions. Black said this
Teamwork Gets the Job Done
Putnam County residents pride themselves in how they come together to help others in need. Everyone has heard of a barn raising at sometime or another, but how about a barn moving? The call was put out and on Friday, February 7th, an estimated 250 Amish men answered the call to move a barn from one side of the property to the other. What many people expected to take hours, literally took minutes. Amish came from seven-plus communities including Sigourney, Albia, Bloomfield, Seymour, and Centerville, Iowa and Downing, Annabelle, Lancaster, Excello and Unionville, Missouri. The barn was 48’ x 72’ and is located on North Highway 129, Unionville. When communities come together, anything is possible!
2025 Annual Ag Night a Huge Success; Appreciation Extended to Sponsors, Donors, and Volunteers
Submitted by: Raylene Ray, Office Support Staff
piece of legislation returns Missouri law back to the way Missouri legislators found it more than a decade ago.
Black said he represents two of the three counties in Missouri that will allow a foreign company to own farmland.
“Very few foreign investors have used the law and purchased agricultural land because, for the most part, 111 out of 114 counties prohibit foreign companies and not domestic from purchasing farmland,” Black said.
Mark Fiegenbaum, representing the Missouri Farm Bureau, testified in favor of the bill. The organization was previously against all foreign ownership, but changed in support of an exception for foreign research purposes, he said.
Adam Rapert, on behalf of the Missouri Rural Crisis Center, said the organization has supported similar legislation because Missourians want decisions made about their food made by consumers and family farmers, not by foreign corporate executives in boardrooms overseas.
James Harris, representing State Armor Action, pointed to similar conversations in other states, such as Texas.
Last year, former Gov. Mike Parson issued an executive order limiting foreign ownership of farmland within 10 miles Land Ban ... Cont. to pg. 5
The 2025 Annual Ag Night was a resounding success, and the Putnam County Extension Council extends its sincere appreciation to everyone who attended. A special thank you goes to our generous meal sponsors and those who contributed desserts for our pie and dessert auction.
A heartfelt thank you is also extended to Ced Gilworth, who graciously donated his time as our auctioneer for the evening. Attendees enjoyed a delicious meal, thanks to the support of our wonderful sponsors: HY-VEE Mainstreet, JR Meat Company, Square View Diner, and The Store Building. We also appreciate Farmers Bank
of Northern MO and FCS Financial for their donations of plates, napkins, and cups.
We were honored to have several vendors join us this year, including USDA, Pheasants Forever Chapter, Centerville Produce, and Richard Hallock from Farmers Bank of Northern MO. Hillary Robedeaux, 4-H Youth Educator, kept our younger attendees entertained with 4-H swag goodies at her booth and shared exciting upcoming plans for Putnam County’s 4-H program, encouraging families to get involved and explore all that 4-H has to offer.
We are also grateful to our specialists for their informative presentations and contributions: Tracie Moore, EES, who
facilitated the council election at the MU Extension booth; Valerie Tate, Agronomy Field Specialist, who led sessions on Cover Crop Basics and Pasture Weed Control; and Zachary Erwin, Livestock Field Specialist, who provided valuable insights on Beef Market Outlook and Beef Cow and Stocker Nutrition.
The success of Ag Night would not have been possible without the dedication and support of these incredible individuals and organizations. We are deeply thankful for their generosity and involvement.
The Putnam County Extension Council looks forward to seeing everyone at the 2026 Annual Ag Night!
The 1928 Unionville Midget Football Squad
Two members of the Country Kids 4-H Club presented demonstrations at their February meeting. Above: Baylor Fleshman demonstrated how to make mini protein balls. Below: Katie Halley demonstrated how to embroider a bow.
Photo credits: Amanda Wood
MO House Passes Bill to Protect Landlord Rights
Missouri House has passed House Bills 595 & 343, legislation designed to prevent local governments from imposing certain rental regulations on landlords. Sponsored by State Rep. Chris Brown, the bill seeks to protect property owners’ rights by prohibiting municipalities from enforcing ordinances that: *Require landlords to accept Section 8 housing vouchers.
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The
The 1928 Unionville Midgets – (L to R) Row 1: Jim Schuster, Max Elson, John Comstock, Raymond (Red) Gray, Turner Pratt; Row 2: Edward Bric, Roscoe Hunt, Neal Wynn, Lawrence (Sam) Mahoney, Perry Pollock; Row 3: Carmie Casady, Coach Jim Shultz, Edmund Cook, Eustace Cook, Ralph Henson, Jim Collins, Howard Wyckhoff, Loraine Mullenix, George Crocket; Row 4: Jay Bacus, Ed Adkins, Oral (Lefty) Davolt, Jake Gehm, Jim Kelly, Clemen Parsons. Submitted by Michael Mahoney
Red Cross: Donors Needed Now to Build Up the Blood Supply
$15 e-gift card for those who come to give blood by Feb. 28 COLUMBIA, MO —
The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood in February to help build up the blood supply after thousands of donations went uncollected last month. People of all blood types – especially those with type O negative blood – are encouraged to make and keep their donation appointments so hospitals can continue to ensure critical care for patients this winter.
Since the beginning of the year, hundreds of blood drives have been canceled and more than 15,000 blood donations have gone uncollected due to severe winter weather and wildfires. As February continues, so does the potential for additional weather systems to disrupt blood drives. Flu and other seasonal illnesses are spreading, which could also force more people to cancel scheduled donation appointments, compounding the impact to collecting lifesaving blood products.
Give with your whole heart this month. To book a time to give blood, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
As a thank-you, all who come to give Jan. 27-Feb. 28, 2025, will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. See RedCrossBlood.org/ Flurry for details.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities in surrounding counties Feb. 19-28: Adair
Kirksville
2/21/2025: 1 p.m.5 p.m., Faith Lutheran School, 1820 S Baltimore
2/28/2025: 11 a.m. - 3
p.m., Northeast Regional Medical Center, 315 S Osteopathy Mercer Princeton
2/20/2025: 1 p.m. - 5
p.m., Modena Baptist Church, 14658 State Hwy D
Schuyler
Lancaster
2/27/2025: 1:30 p.m.5:30 p.m., XLCR Building, 105 N Marion St
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at checkin. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood. org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App. Amplify your impact − volunteer!
Another way to support the lifesaving mis-
sion of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience.
Volunteers can also
serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for either position, visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.
FCS Financial Supports Missouri Youth with Shaping Rural Missouri Grants
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., February 14, 2025
- FCS Financial has awarded over $258,000 in Shaping Rural Missouri Grants since 2012, empowering Missouri 4-H and FFA organizations to improve their rural communities. The program provides $500 grants to support youthled projects that foster positive change and development.
These grants enable clubs and chapters to implement impactful initiatives, making their communities better places to live. FCS Financial encourages collaboration with local organizations to maximize project success.
In 2024, FCS Financial funded 81 projects across Missouri, including building picnic tables, painting buildings, planting trees, and revitalizing downtown areas. Missouri 4-H and FFA organizations are en-
couraged to apply for the Shaping Rural Missouri Grant by April 1, 2025. Applications and more information are available online at myfcsfinancial.com/about-us/shaping-rural-missouri or by calling 1-800-369-3276 ext. 1173.
About FCS Financial: FCS Financial is a member of the Farm Credit System. The system is a nationwide network of cooperative lending institutions that provides credit and financial services to farmers, ranchers, rural residents and agribusinesses. With more than 100 years of agricultural lending experience, the Farm Credit System is the largest single provider of agricultural credit in the United States. FCS Financial serves 102 counties in Missouri through 21 locations. Visit www. myfcsfinancial.com to learn more.
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Back in the Day
By Ross Malone
February 19, 1838 –Springfield was incorporated with a population of 250. There had been settlers there living near the Delaware Indians since 1821.
February 20, 1891 –One of the greatest baseball players of all time, John Wesley Donaldson, was born in Glasgow, Missouri. Donaldson holds all sorts of amazing records such as striking out over 5000 batters and striking out 22 in one game.
February 21, 1912 – In Kansas City, Civil War veteran, Samuel O’Dell, was granted a divorce from his wife. He said his time in the Confederate prison at Andersonville was pleasant compared to living in the house with her 2 dogs and 35 cats. He was 74 years old and she was 44.
February 22, 1916 –Hannibal High School was performing a comical play and promised that several distinguished
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guests would be in attendance. These guests included Hammond Eggs, Matt Rimony, Justa K. Lamity, Sarah Nade, Sue I. Syde, and Reddy Made.
February 23, 1996 –Forensic experts meeting at a national conference confirmed that the remains buried in Kearney, Missouri were truly those of Jesse James.
February 24, 1953 –George “Luke” Wilson scored 42 field goals to lead Elsberry High School past O’Fallon in basketball. Wilson became an outstanding coach accumulating over 300 wins in various Missouri high schools.
February 25, 1896 - Sweaters had become popular. They were originally worn only by athletes, but now railroaders and other men were wearing them.
For information about Ross Malone’s Missouri Books, visit www.RossMalone.com .
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sive rebounds and added a deflection and a steal.
Lea Simmons posted a pair of rebounds, one each offensive and defensive.
From two-point range, PC made 19 of 48 attempted (39.6%) and Schuyler eight of 33 (24.2%). From threepoint range, the Midgets
made six of 15 (40%) and the Rams seven of 22 (31.8%). At the line, PC sank seven of 10 (70%) and Schuyler two of four (50%). The Midgets recorded 12 transition points on the Rams’ four and had 22 points off turnovers to the Rams’ 12.
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The following excerpted from the February 13, 1935, edition of The Unionville Republican. In a day and age, when vaccines have helped control outbreaks of measles, it is interesting that 90 years ago, deaths from this disease seemed to be a calmly accepted outcome. This same issue also had an article about fundraising for victims of infantile paralysis (Polio).
In 1935, the US was in the midst of the Great Depression. A little research and a bit of calculation put the number on relief in perspective. According to the US Census Bureau, the US population in 1935 was 127,250,232 and more than 21 million (16.5% were on relief.
If you think your day or week has gone badly, consider the experience of Mr. McKay described below.
MEASLES PROVING SERIOUS
Three or four deaths occurred last week as a result of complications following an attack of the measles.
Ordinarily, measles alone are not generally dangerous, and only become so after the patient starts to improve and then suffers a relapse from exposure or over exertion coming too soon after the measles. Apparently, this is what happened in the few deaths had in this community last week. After recovery began, the patient seemingly felt so well that unnec-
essary chances were taken, and in most cases it seems that pneumonia followed.
Measles have been very prevalent through this section for a few weeks, and so has the flue, with a sprinkling of other diseases. These swept through the schools here and are out in the country like a tidal wave, but the various diseases seem to be subsiding, and attendance at schools is beginning to be more like normal. ***
FIND THE McKAY CAR ONE DARNED THING AFTER ANOTHER ON THE ) WAY HOME
Trip Back from Nevada, Iowa, Very Eventful and Disturbing To The Peace Of Mind
B. E. McKay has his car, which was stolen a few weeks ago, back again, but he will probably remember the trip after it for some time. The car was located at Nevada, Iowa, and Mr. McKay and Eldon Dickson drove to Nevada after it on Wednesday of last week, and each drove a car back with Mr. McKay in one car in front. When they reached a point west of Cincinnati, Mr. McKay started around a truck which he thought was moving over for him.
But as he passed the truck it crowded back to the left again, and the car and truck collided with the car rolling over and catching fire. The fire was quickly extin-
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60 trips around the sun have come and gone, but RJ is still rocking and going strong. Happy Birthday to our “Sharp Dressed Man”, may his years be incredibly blessed and long!
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guished, and Mr. McKay was found to be uninjured. He climbed into the car Mr. Dickson was driving, and they started for home once more. When they reached the Blackbird hill north of town they ran out of gasoline, and Mr. McKay walked to the Harley Shultz home to get some, and the dog bit him. Finally, Mr. Shultz came to his aid and brought him home, but Mr. McKay would not think of venturing out again, so he sent another to supply the gasoline, and to bring his care home from the scene of the wreck. …
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St. John Store Sold
Again
Geoffrey Cullum
Sells To John Clark After Owning It For A Period Of Two Months
The store at St. John has changed hands again, and now it is in the possession of Mr. John Clark, who for the past year has managed the Arthur Templeton store at Powersville.
The invoicing and transfer of ownership occurred on Tuesday of this week, and Mr. Clark is now in charge of the store. Mr. Cullum traded for this store exactly two months before of Mr. A. B. Cooley, who had operated it for several years. Mr. Cooley obtained a farm in exchange and is now making his home on the farm.
For the past two months Mrs. Cullum and Dean Cullum, a brother of Geoffrey, have been managing and operating the store, but these now will return to Unionville. Meanwhile, Mr. Geoffrey Cullum has been in the Food Mart in Unionville helping Mr. Noah Crooks, who owns this store. Mr. Cullum stated this morning that he plans to remain at the Food Mart for a few months at least. Mr. Clark is well known throughout the St. John neighborhood, and probably will continue to op-
erate this store at St. John as a permanent matter.
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RELIEF STOPPED
FEW DAYS
ERA Relief In This County Halted Until More Funds Could Be Located by the Government
Mr. Rodney Collins, who is in charge of the ERA relief activities in Putnam County received notice a few days before that unless he received word to continue, to close down the relief work in his charge on last Thursday. He received no word to the contrary, so the work was shut down last Friday and Saturday. He received instructions by the end of the week, however, to resume, and the work resumed on Monday morning.
National Director of Relief Hopkins announced the first of this week that there were more than twenty-one million persons in the United States on relief. A few weeks ago he made the announcement that there were at that time about twenty million on relief … .
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BOYS GO TO BASEBALL SCHOOL
Two Youths Go To Hot Springs For The Course Offered By Big League
Players
Phillip Kelley of Unionville and “Duckey” McClure of Cincinnati, Iowa, left this morning for Hot Springs, Arkansas where they expect to spend six or eight weeks attending the “baseball school” which is being offered by major league clubs. Henson Yount took them in a car. This “school” is being staged by the big leagues in an effort to stimulate interest in the national pastime among the youth of the country. Incidentally, this gives them a chance to look the youngsters over, and it also gives the youngsters a chance to be looked over. A large number
of big league players will be there during the time to instruct the boys, among them will be the Dean brothers, Rogers Hornsby, and noted players of many other teams.
*** News & Views by A. J. Marin
Now that the Bear has gone back to Germany, France seems to feel she will get on better with Hitler.
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Mussolini, ruthless but smart and constructive, says the source of empire for the country lies to the South and East – following which he talks France out of a chunk of desert in Africa nearly as big and Illinois and Missouri
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While rural electrification may sound attractive it isn’t interesting the average farmer very much. There are few farms in Missouri, for instance, that under current conditions or for some years to come, would care to sign up for a minimum charge of 4 or 5 dollars a month and the eventual payment for a half to a mile of line. It might be different in parts of Illinois and Iowa, but thus
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far “rural electrification” is a pleasant and euphonious phrase coined for the construction engineers. The constructive mind likes to struggle with unsolved problems.
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One of the timely things Federal Emergency Relief Administration is doing is the translation into English of the French and Spanish record of New Orleans, dating back 150 years.
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Russia’s “communal congress” is in session for the first time in four years – and most of its members have been selected by the present dictators. The acknowledgment that such gains as have been made have been accomplished “only at a terrific cost in human life and suffering” will have no discouraging effect on the Stalin following in this country.
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The expenditures for relief in Missouri has been $61,621,190 – up to a few days ago – and the cost of administration almost 8 per cent of that amount. [Editor’s note: According to countryeconomy.com the Missouri population in 1935 was 3,798,000.]
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*Restrict landlords from screening tenants based on income, credit history, eviction history, or criminal background.
*Limit security deposit amounts.
*Grant tenants an automatic right of first refusal to rental properties.
HBs 595 & 343 is a response to recent local ordinances, including one in Kansas City, that require landlords to participate in federal housing assistance programs. Supporters of the bill argue that such mandates infringe on private property rights, burden landlords with excessive regulations, and could ultimately reduce
the availability of rental housing.
“This is a property rights issue at its core,” Rep. Brown, R-Kansas City, said. “Landlords should have the freedom to decide how they manage their properties without being forced into federal housing programs or restricted in how they screen tenants. These regulations drive small landlords out of the market, making rental housing even scarcer and more expensive.”
With a House vote of 104-38, HBs 595 & 343 now moves to the Missouri Senate for further consideration.
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TheShepherd’sCall
by Dr. H. Wade Paris
Mixing Salt and Light
Recently, I read Jesus’ words, “You are the salt of the earth . . . you are the light of the world.”
(Matthew 5:13-14) It seemed like an odd mixture of metaphors. Each has its own practical application to the Christian life, but coupling them together seemed odd. The two are so different. Pairing them seemed a bit like blending a couple in which one is very short, and the other is very tall. One wonders what they see in each other. Then I thought, “Maybe God is telling me something.”
After several hours of prayerful thought, I remembered an incident that occurred when I was a pastor in Sikeston, MO. A nurse in the pediatric ward of the hospital called to tell me about a young lady whose baby was still born. The young mother was having a tough time.
I went immediately to see this young mother; I did not know her. The pediatric ward of the hospital was being renovated. Four new mothers shared a ward temporar-
ily. Imagine my surprise when I saw a young lady from our church in a bed directly in front of the sorrowing mother. I knew my parishioner was expecting, but I did not know the child had arrived.
I met the grieving mother, learned her name, and explained who I was and how I came to be there. As you might expect, she was not very talkative. I did my best to comfort her---to be the salt. I had prayer with her and joined in the medical team’s encouraging words, “You are young. There is time for future children.”
Then, I moved across the room to rejoice and give light to my parishioner. She was glad to see me. We shared her joy, her first child. We prayed together, and I left remembering the Apostle Paul’s words, “I will weep with those who weep and rejoice with those who rejoice.” (Romans 12:15) The Biblical paragraphing was prophetic--salt and light can walk together.
Birthdays
Karen Bradshaw
Baby, it’s cold outside! The weatherman promises a warm up for Saturday and Sunday with temperatures predicted to be 330 and 450 respectively. You know you are in the midst of a north Missouri winter when a degree above freezing is considered a warm up.
Naturally, if you have to be outside dress warmly. If you have to travel, even if it only a few miles, you should have emergency supplies such as a blanket, snacks, water and a charged cell phone with you. A slip into a ditch or vehicle malfunction could be life threatening if you are stuck in a vehicle in below freezing temperatures.
Missouri.gov offers the following:
learn more.
Winter Driving Safety
When it’s snowing or a major snowstorm is in the forecast, there’s nothing more important for your safety and the safety or others than the decisions you make about driving. Avoiding a non-essential trip during a snowstorm might not only prevent a traffic crash, it can allow road crews to clear roads more quickly and keep you from becoming stranded. Before hitting the road, decide whether the trip is necessary. If you must drive when it’s snowing, here are some safety tips from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
to increase your visibility to other drivers.
*Understand that bridges and overpasses often ice over sooner than other parts of the road.
*Place an ice scraper, battery booster cables, blankets, extra coats, gloves, water, non-perishable food, flashlight, and a bag of sand or cat litter in your trunk.
* Keep you gas tank at least half full.
*Travel with a fully charged cell phone. Park your vehicle before calling if you need help. *55 on a cellular phone connects you to the closest Missouri State Highway Patrol headquarters.
*Clear your vehicle’s windows completely before driving to ensure visibility.
often the safest choice if winter storms create visibility so poor that you can’t see or if roadways are ice covered. These steps will increase your safety when stranded:
*Tie a brightly colored cloth to the antenna as a signal to rescuers.
*Move anything you need from the trunk into the passenger area.
*Wrap your entire body, including your head, in extra clothing or blankets.
*Stay awake. You will be less vulnerable to cold-related health problems.
*Run the motor (and heater) for about 10 minutes per hour, opening one window slightly to let in air. Make sure that snow is not blocking the exhaust pipe—this will reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Follow the local weather forecast and traffic reports. Plan travel during times when snow or icing are not in the forecast. Avoid unnecessary travel.
* Never overreact or slam on the brakes. If you begin to slide, steer in the direction of the slide to regain control of the vehicle.
*As you sit, keep moving your arms and legs to improve your circulation and stay warmer.
*Check MoDOT’s Traveler Info Map for road conditions.
*Allow extra travel time and expect delays.
* Reduce speed and increase following distance. Drive based on conditions, NOT the posted speed limit.
*Understand 4-wheeldrive vehicles may provide extra traction to get a vehicle moving in snow, but they are not better at braking or handling turns.
*If you must travel in a snow storm, let others know about your route, destination and estimated time of arrival.
* Do not eat unmelted snow because it will lower your body temperature.
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Thursday, February 20
Jack Wood, Sue Hayes, Tarran Hamilton, Janie Halley, Brady Fleshman, Nancy L. Summers, Jack Parrish, Nick Kimmel, Anna Busker, Emily Byte, Tori McCloud
Friday, February 21
Marty Carter, Jerry Knowles, Marge Grogan, Karen Van Houtan, Larry Lewis, Kerri Hollon, Sheila Headrick, Anna Mitchell
Saturday, February 22
WASHINGTON’S
BIRTHDAY, Katrina Shrake, Joe Steiner, William Smith, Eileen Byte, Jamie Hunt, Rachael Spence
Sunday, February 23
Rachel Evans, Tiffany Gilworth, Aaron Brown, Kaden Andersen
Monday, February 24
Brenda Hinkle,Anna P. Ross, Brandon Williams, Eliz Parton, Jeremy Hunt, Amy Brundage
Tuesday, February 25
Tina Carter, Staci Fowler, Neil Lowe, Velda Puffer, Peggy Smiley, Tabatha Craver, Crystal McFarland, Diane Carter, Jocelyn Miller, Ginger Weston, Terri Williams
Wednesday, February 26
Lisa Schmidt, Brooke Welch, Marty Overman
Winters in Missouri bring the potential for dangerous snow and ice storms, which can lead to hazardous driving conditions, the loss of heat and electricity and other risks to life and safety. Extended periods of subfreezing temperatures can also pose hazards. The best way to prepare is to plan ahead and follow local weather forecasts and news reports. Also, think about the winter hazards discussed here and select an icon to
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* Focus 100 percent on driving because you have less control of your vehicle and less visibility. Use your headlights
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of military installations because of the legislature’s previous failures to address the topic, according to previous Missourian reporting. The initiative followed the discovery of a Chinese spy balloon above the U.S. and the Mis-
souri State Employees Retirement Fund selling investments in Chinese-owned companies. Similar bills banning foreign ownership died in the last days of the 2023 legislative session, and efforts continued last year without success.
“You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face.” -- Eleanor Roosevelt
*If you become stranded in deep snow and are idling the engine to keep warm, be sure to keep the area around the tailpipe clear to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning inside the vehicle. Also, open a window slightly to let in fresh air. What to Do if you Get Stranded Staying in your vehicle when stranded is
*Huddle with other people for warmth. Be smart, stay safe and take heart as the first day of spring is officially March 20, just a month away! However, realistically, we all know that in the early days of spring in Missouri the weather can be fickle and full of surprises. Remember the April snow storm in the 1970s that dumped unprecedented amounts of the white stuff ? Maybe don’t take your ice scraper, extra blankets, etc. out of your vehicle until maybe May? Have a good week.
“Always do your very best. Even when no one else is looking, you always are. Don’t disappoint yourself.”
-- Colin Powell
Thank You
The family of Cork Galloway wish to thank the community for the love and support shown to us with dad’s passing.
The food and cards, flowers and donations were a tremendous help!
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Thursday, February 20
Ham, Baked Potato, Broccoli, Fruit Salad
Friday, February 21
SALAD BAR, Meatloaf, Mashed Potato, Vegetables, Assorted Fruit & Desserts
Monday, February 24
Sausage Gravy, Biscuit, Cubed Potatoes, Juice, Pears
Tuesday, February 25
BBQ Meat Sandwich,
Au Gratin Potatoes, Peas/Carrots, Mixed Fruit
Tuesday, February 25
SALAD BAR, Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, 1 c. Spinach Salad, Fruit Fluff
Wednesday, February 26
SALAD BAR, Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, 1 c. Spinach Salad, Fruit Fluff
We are sure dad was watching with so much honor. To David Perkins and Richard Bavender, your friendship never changed from the original Sunday coffee’s. You continued that friendship until the end and he cherished it.
To the nurses, aids and kitchen staff at Putnam County Care Center, thank you for the exceptional care and compassion you showed dad.
Keri, Kent and Kathi Galloway
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IN
THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PUTNAM COUNTY, MISSOURI
In Re: )
The marriage of Jeromy Joe Hunt and Jennifer Lyn Hunt
Jeromy Joe Hunt ) Petitioner ) vs. )
Jennifer Lyn Hunt ) Respondent )
Case No. 25AJDR00007
NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERICE BY PUBLICATION
The State of Missouri to Respondent, Jennifer L. Hunt. You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you
in the Circuit Court of the County of Putnam, State of Missouri, the object and general nature of which is the Petition For Dissolution Of Marriage of Jeromy Joe Hunt and Jennifer Lyn Hunt.
The name of all the parties to said suit are Jeromy Joe Hunt and Jennifer Lyn Hunt and the name and address of the attorney for Petitioner is Vanessa N. Schwend of Wallace W. Trosen,LLC, Post Office Box 267, Kirksville, Missouri 63501.
You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days after the date of first publi-
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Putnam County Commissioners meeting scheduled for MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24th, 2025 will be rescheduled due to a conflict of interest. Commission will meet on TUESDAY FEBRUARY 25TH, 2025
BID NOTICE
The Putnam County Commission will be taking bids for the following:
*BRIDGE LUMBER – Price per board foot. Boards will be 2 ½ to 3 inches thick by 8 to 12 inches wide. We use 12ft, 14ft, and 16ft planks. Designate whether price includes delivery.
*CULVERTS OR TUBES – Delivered to county yard or designated site, Galvanized riveted culverts.
*C.A.R.T. – Road rock for townships within the county. Specifications may be picked up at the County Clerk’s Office
*MOWING – Courthouse lawn. Bid must include mowing, trimming And removing grass from sidewalks
BIDS MAY BE SENT TO THE: PUTNAM COUNTY CLERK ROOM 101 COURTHOUSE UNIONVILLE, MO 63565
All bids must be sealed and identified by “BID FOR February 25th, 2025”
Bids will be opened Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Any questions concerning the above may be directed to the Putnam County Clerk at 947-2674.
THE PUTNAM COUNTY COMMISSION
RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS
cation of notice which occurred on 12TH day of FEBRUARY. 2025, judgment by default will be rendered against you.
A true copy from the record.
Witness my hand and seal of the Circuit Court this 6TH day of FEBRUARY, 2025.
Leslie R. Ream, Circuit Clerk by Mitzi Shipley, Deputy Clerk /s/Mitzi Shipley, deputy
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Shut It Down
February 13, 2025
Dear Friend, The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been a cesspool of waste, fraud, and abuse for decades. However, the magnitude of this scam unveiled by President Trump is beyond the pale.
Why on Earth are American taxpayers footing the bill for a $47,000 transgender opera in Colombia? Why are we paying $2 million for sex changes and “LGBT activism” in Guatemala? How does shelling out $2.5 million for electric vehicles in Vietnam help middle-class American families that can barely afford to feed their families after years of record inflation?
These are all dumb ways to waste money, but far from the dumbest way, USAID has wasted our tax dollars lately. They funneled millions to the EcoHealth Alliance, which was involved in research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology.
They spent hundreds of millions of dollars on irrigation canals, farming equipment, and fertilizer in Afghanistan before Biden turned it all over to the Taliban. That’s right,
while American farmers can hardly afford fertilizer, USAID was busy subsidizing opium and heroin production in Afghanistan, funding the Taliban in their fight to kill US troops.
On top of all that, they bought hundreds of thousands of meals for al-Qaeda-affiliated fighters in Syria. That’s right, they bought free lunches for the terrorists responsible for 9/11. You can’t make this stuff up.
Not only has USAID wasted our tax dollars, but they’ve repeatedly refused Congressional oversight and defied the foreign policy agenda set by both Republican and Democrat presidents. They’ve told us our tax dollars were feeding people in need around the globe the whole time. If that isn’t fraud, I don’t know what is.
Enough is enough. That’s why last week I cosponsored legislation to abolish USAID. These unelected, unaccountable bureaucrats have proven time and time again that they can’t be trusted with our tax dollars. It’s long past time we fired every last one of them and shut it down.
Sincerely, Sam Graves
Seeking Mowing Bids
The UNIONVILLE (Missouri) CEMETERY BOARD OF TRUSTEES is now accepting bids for the 2025 mowing season. The estimated mowing and trimming season runs from April-October and involves the entire cemetery property. Proof of insurance is required. Contact, Sheryl Riley (660-626-7526) to request more
Joe Koenen, AgriBusiness Specialist (Mo Extension Ret.)
MISSOURI FENCE LAW PART I
I had told you last week that I was going to start this again and this will be the first week. I am going to begin with the history of the law in Missouri since some pieces from each law remains in part even today. The law is complicated by the fact we have 2 distinct laws that I will start on next week.
Fence issues/law here in Missouri began before the Civil War. Missouri, as most states west of the Mississippi, began as an “open range” with the first written law in 1808 when we were still a territory. That meant if you wanted livestock off of your land, you as the landowner had to fence your land in. Landowners could kill livestock on the third trespass. Closer to the Civil War as Missouri population expanded, this did not work well. So. Missouri changed before the war to a “closed range state” which meant livestock owners had to fence their livestock in instead of the landowner. After the war, no doubt due to more disputes, Missouri passed the first comprehensive fence law. A legal fence was defined (including rocks, multiflora rose and railroad ties), double damage retained but killing of livestock no longer in the law, restraining animals were and division fences first discussed. This law was tweaked several times over the years.
The next big change came in 1963 when the optional law was passed by the legislature. This had to be voted on but changed the law to allow forced contribution
by both landowners, got rid of double damages and made 4 barbed wire or the equivalent a legal fence where the law was voted in. The last major fence law change/update occurred in 2001 when the general law, in place in the majority of counties (more on that next week), was amended to update what a legal fence was and several other issues. In 2016 there was an amended law on livestock owner’s negligence for their animals but was not an actual fence law. Next week, I will get into the actual laws. Remember, this is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for competent legal advice.
REMINDERS
Thanks to everyone who attended Ag Night and supported the auction in addition to the Krispy Crème fundraisers for the extension office. I know they appreciate your support.
Please help me welcome Hillary Robedeaux to the Putnam County Office as the Youth Educator. I know she works several counties but please welcome her if she’s in the office when you are. Remember your local extension office provides services such as soil tests, hay and manure testing, farm record books and many other services. Check out all they have to offer online at www.extension.missouri.edu/putnam or by calling 947-2705.
THOUGHT: “The nice part about living in a small town is that if you don’t know what you are doing, someone else does”!
Notice of Bridge Package Material Bids
The Putnam County Commission will be accepting bids for Bridge Package Materials for bridges. Please contact the County Clerk’s Office for specifications. Deliver sealed bids, marked “Bridge Package Bid”, to the County Clerk’s Office at 1601 Main Street, Room 101, Unionville, MO 63565, by Tuesday, February 25th, 2025. Bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m. on that day. This bid will be based on qualifications.
The County Commission has the right to accept or refuse any or all bids.
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Midgets Fall to Tigers
On Tuesday, February 12, the Midgets faced off with Princeton on the Tigers’ home court. The game was tight for the first portion of the opening quarter with PC taking the lead several times, however, by the end of the quarter, Princeton had the 25-14 advantage. The Tigers would go on to seal a 7357 win.
Mason Morris led the Midget scoring with 23 points and provided an assist. Morris pulled down eight rebounds (five offensive, three
defensive) and added a steal and a deflection.
Avery Campbell-Johnson scored nine points, all from beyond the arc, and provided a pair of assists. He also posted three deflections and a pair of steals.
Kooper Hornaday put seven points on the board and led in assists with three. Hornaday pulled down eight rebounds (three offensive, five defensive), blocked a shot and added a steal.
Sawyer Morgan and Daxton Smith scored six points each.
Morgan provided a pair of assists and pulled down an offensive rebound. He also added a deflection and a steal.
Smith pulled down four rebounds, two each offensive and defensive, and added a steal.
Matthew Blanchard scored four points and provided a pair of assists. Blanchard pulled down a defensive rebound and stole the ball twice.
Jacob Jones put two points on the board and recorded an offensive rebound.
From two-point range, PC sank 12 of 28 (42.9%) and Princeton 25 of 37 (67.6%). From three-point range, the Midgets made eight of 27 (29.6%) and the Tigers six of 16 (55.6%). At the line, PC made nine of 11 (81.8%) and Princeton five of nine (55.6%). The Midgets had seven points off transitions and the Tigers 16. PC recorded 20 points off turnovers and Princeton 26.
Lady Midgets Drop Game to Lady Tigers
Loralei Fisher is in position for the baseline pass. Fisher and Sammie Blanchard led the Midget scoring with 10 points each. Fisher had a double, double with 12 rebounds. Photo credit: Terri Kelly Photography
The Lady Midgets were in Princeton Tuesday, February 11, to play the Lady Tigers. The Tigers took a commanding 21-9 lead in the first quarter and dominated the game, winning 75-44.
From two-point range, PC made 11 of 38 (28.9%) and Princeton 27 of 48 (56.3%).
From Beyond the arc, the Midgets sank five of 16 (31.3%) and the Tigers five of 13 (38.5%). At the line, PC made seven of 12 (58.3%) and Princeton six of seven (85.7%). The Midgets have five points on transitions to the Tigers’ 24 and 10 points off turnovers to the Tigers’ 27.
Loralei Fisher and Sammie Blanchard led the Midget scoring with
10 points each.
Fisher earned the double, double and led the team in rebounds with 12 (eight offensive, four defensive). Additionally, she provided a pair of assists, deflected the ball twice and stole the ball twice.
Blanchard pulled down nine rebounds (six offensive, three defensive). She provided seven deflections and led in steals with five.
Allise Perkins scored nine points and led the team in assists with four. Perkins pulled down three rebounds (one offensive, two defensive). Perkins posted seven deflections, four steals and a blocked shot.
Reagan Smith scored eight points and added a pair of assists. Smith
pulled down two defensive rebounds and deflected the ball three times.
Rory Gilworth scored three points and provided an assist. Gilworth pulled down a pair of rebounds, one each offensive and defensive, blocked a shot and added a deflection.
Tayla Turner and Bry-
na Hurley each scored two points. Turner accounted for an offensive rebound, two deflections and a pair of steals. Isabela Lopez provided an assist. Lopez pulled down a defensive rebound and added two deflections and a steal. Allison Phillips posted a steal.
Lady Midgets Defeat Rams,
On Thursday, February 13, the Lady Midgets hosted the Schuyler County Lady Rams. The Midgets took an early and commanding lead, defeating the Rams, 6939.
Allise Perkins led the Midget scoring with 26 points, including three made treys, and in assists with four. Perkins earned the double, double pulling down 13 rebounds. Additionally, she posted five deflections and five steals.
Sammie Blanchard scored ten points and provided two assists. Blanchard pulled down six rebounds, three each offensive and defensive, blocked a shot and added a pair of deflections and a steal.
Reagan Smith connected for three from beyond the arc for nine points and added three assists. Smith accounted for three defensive rebounds, three steals and a pair of deflections.
Tayla Turner scored
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eight points and provided three assists. Turner pulled down two offensive rebounds and deflected the ball twice.
Loralei Fisher scored four points. Fisher pulled down 11 rebounds (five offensive, six defensive), led the team in blocked shots with two. She also posted a pair of steals and a pair of deflections.
Rory Gilworth scored two points and provided an assist. Gilworth led the team in deflections with six and recorded a pair of steals and a defensive rebound.
Bryna Hurley put a pair of points on the board. On defensive she deflected the ball twice and added a steal.
Riley Jones rounded out the Midget scoring with two points.
Isabela Lopez provided three assists. Lopez pulled down two offenPC vs Rams ... Cont. to pg. 3
Mason Morris dribbles by the Tiger defense. Morris led the Midget scoring with 23 points.
Photo credit: Terri Kelly Photography
Brock Munden (32) and Daxton Smith trap a Princeton Tiger. Photo credit: Terri Kelly Photography
Allise Perkins out jumps her Tiger opponent to start the game at Princeton. Photo credit: Terri Kelly Photography
Putnam County Land
Transfers -- January 2025
January 2
STR 35-69-19, Lt 1 Bl 3 Monroe’s Add.; Grantors: Paul P. Ross Trust, Janet T. Brodie, Trustee, Anna P. Ross, Trustee; Grantee: AP Rentals, LLC
STR 27-67-22, STR 34-67-22; Grantors: Melvin L. Bauman Co. Inc, FKA Melvin L. Bauman CPA PC; Grantee: The BP Ranch LLC
Lt 2 Deierling’s Second Add.; Grantors: Darla Lusher, Murl Lusher; Grantees: Adam M. Sayers, Miranda J. Sayers
January 7
STR 27-67-19; Grantors: Ervin A. Yoder, Barbara E. Yoder; Grantee: Julinda Dixon
Lt 6 Bl 8 Original Town; Grantor: William Porterfield; Grantee: Northeast Missouri Rural Telephone Co
Lt 6 Bl 8; Grantor: Jenna Victoria Porterfield; Grantee: William Poterfield
Lt 9 Bl 1 Gray’s Add., Lt 10 Bl 1 Gray’s Add; Grantor: Tyson Summers; Grantee: Janae Walker
STR 3-65-18; Grantors: David Robins, Karen Robbins; Grantees: Bobby E. & Angela J. Pearson Revocable Joint Trust
January 10
STR 36-66-19; Grantor: Kristen Rene Sands; Grantee: Brian A. Ouverson
January 13
STR 3-65-19; Grantors: Matthew Hill, Jolie Hill; Grantee: Martha E. Sterling
January 14
STR 36-67-21; Grantor: Shirley Watt; Grantees: Ben Wilmoth, Stacey Wilmoth
STR 1-65-22; Grantor: Shirley Watt; Grantees: Ben Wilmoth, Stacey Wilmoth
January 16
STR 23-65-17; Grantors: Keith A. Kor, Joan E. Kor; Grantees: Leonard Alexander, Katherine Alexander
STR 1-65-22, STR 36-67-21; Grantors: Ben Wilmoth, Stacey Wilmoth; Grantee: Wilmoth Trust dated June 3, 2015
January 17
STR 11-69-19; Grantor: Danny Ray Wilson Trust; Grantee: Richard Paul Riley
January 21
STR 14-64-17; Grantors: Corwin Gingerich, Annika Gingerich; Grantee: James Curtis Ward
January 22
STR 36-65-17, STR 25-65-17; Grantors: Terry L. Whitworth Trustee, Faye Whitworth Trustee, Terry L. & Faye Whitworth Revocable Trust Under Agreement dated April 9, 2008, Amended May; Grantee: Troy Whitworth
Lt 5 Bl 16 Railroad Add., Lt 6 Bl 16 Railroad Add., Lt 7 Bl 16 Railroad Add.; Grantors: Alex P. Oberreuter, Bethanie L. Oder; Grantee: Barbara Littrell
January 27
Lt 70 Blazing Star, Lt 71 Blazing Star; Grantors: Joseph Eash, Kellie Eash; Grantees: Tracy L. Sanders, Veronica Sanders
January 28
STR 31-66-19, STR 32-66-19, STR 2966-19, STR 11-65-20, STR 10-65-20, STR 15-65-20, STR 16-6520; Grantor: William & Lois Fleshman Trust; Grantee: Lois Fleshman Credit Shelter Trust Lt 15 Bl 2 Fairview Add., Lt 16 Bl 2 Fairview Add., Lt 17 Bl 2 Fairview Add.; Grantors: Timothy Montgomery, Valerie Montgomery, FKA Valarie Weekly; Grantees: Timothy Montgomery, Valerie Montgomery
“In my experience, each failure contains the seeds of your next success—if you are willing to learn from it.”
~ Paul Allen
Class 2, District 6, Basketball Tournament Brackets
Class 2, District 6, basketball action kicks off on Monday, February 24, for the Putnam County Midgets. The Lady Midgets open play on Tuesday, February 25. All games will be held at Schuyler County R-I in Queen City. Online tickets available at the Missouri State High School Activities Association.
My Blue Lobster
It took a pair of young brothers to note that one of the residents in a Clifton Park, NJ supermarket’s lobster tank was a rarity; it was blue in color. Parker, age 4, and Zachary, age 3, told their mom, Danielle Morales, that they wanted to visit the lobster tank. As Danielle told it, “we went up to the tank and Park-
er goes, ‘Hey! That one is blue!’ And I thought, wow. That’s weird. And I took a picture of it.” She wasted no time in sending a text mes-
When you’re comparing plans ... Many
sage to Via Aquarium in Schenectady, NY. Nor did the Aquarium waste time taking charge of the blue lobster.
