‘More Mature’ ‘Senior Citizen’ ‘Life Experienced’ ‘Seasoned’ ‘Older Generation’there are several ways to describe an older adult. Whatever the label, any Putnam County resident who falls into this category is invited to attend one of three Lunch and Learn seminars to be held throughout the county. The event is entirely free and is being sponsored by Unionville Rotary, the PC Café, and the Putnam County Health Department.
The first event will be held in the Lucerne Christian Church Annex on March 18 from 10:45 – 1:00. The Omaha Baptist Church gym (park in the back of the church) will be the second event, on March 25. Finally, the Unionville First Christian Church Fellowship Hall will be the site of the final event on April 8. All three locations have ground level entrances. Caregivers are also welcome to attend.
Two informative presentations will be given: Avoiding Fraud and Scams, and Medicare Insurance, including
Part D. Rita Ingersoll of Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri and Gracey Gordon of NEMR will give the fraud and scam information. Arron Duvall of Duvall and Roeder Insurance and Mary Clapham of the PC Café will give the ins and outs of Medicare.
A delicious lunch will be prepared by the excellent cooks at the PC Café. During lunch, information will be presented at various tables on health care directives, durable power of attorney, resources for people with low vision, and food and hygiene pantry information.
All attendees will receive a bag with the updated Community Resource Directory, a refrigerator magnet with essential phone numbers, and freebies provided by local businesses and organizations.
Although the subject matter is serious, the atmosphere will be fun and upbeat! Anyone with questions is encouraged to contact Mary Comstock at maryfran635@ gmail.com or at 660626-6443.
The Green Hills Head Start Program: 2025-26 Applications Open
By Jenny Lewis, Head Start Director of Centers and Administration
The Green Hills Head Start (GHHS) program is funded by a grant from the Administration for Children and Families (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) and serves families throughout the nine-county Green Hills area. Counties served include Caldwell, Daviess, Grundy, Harrison, Mercer, Linn, Livingston, Sullivan, and Putnam.
The grant is awarded to North Central Missouri College to serve pregnant women and children ages 0-5 via center-based or home-based options. PreK centers are in Bethany, Brookfield, Milan, and Trenton. Infant and Toddler/PreK
Connections Activity Center Focus of Rotary Program
Submitted
The Connections Activity Center, located at 114 S. 20th Street in Unionville, has been the site of many fun and social interactions since opening last October. Jeff and Kim Harlan had been praying and looking for a way to provide a place where youth and others can connect with one another. Jeff and Kim purchased a lot and were able to get a building erected and completed in record time.
Although the focus of Connections is on youth, the center is for everyone. Jeff told Rotarians that people from “ages 3 to 96” have visited. Jeff and Kim encourage those in the building to do something other than look at their phones or play video games. Jeff stated, “The kids are taking very good care of
things in the center.”
The center is equipped with two pool tables as well air hockey, foosball and ping pong tables. A huge variety of board games, Legos, and cards are also available. Snacks and drinks are offered for a very low cost.
The regular hours of the center are 3:30 – 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 5th Quarter events are held after home ball games. Currently there is a youth Bible study meeting on Sundays at 4 p.m.
Connections Activity Center periodically holds general interest classes. This month, the center has been the site of three sourdough bread making classes. Jeff plans to offer a basic electrical wiring class in the near future.
Connections Activity Center is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization
and has relied on the donations of area churches and generous individuals to pay for the building and utilities. Some donors have contacted City Hall and USDI and donated toward the utility bills of the center. Others have donated the cost of soft drinks for a 5th quarter event. Jeff would like to purchase the four lots that are directly north of the center to build a volleyball court and horseshoe pit and create a parking lot. He estimates the cost to accomplish those plans is $19,000. To date donations have totaled $14,500. Tax deductible donations can be mailed to Connections Activity Center, 114 S. 20th Street, Unionville. Follow ‘Connections Activity Center’ on Facebook to learn of special events.
Council Approves Additional Funding to Remove Both Sludge Ponds
Lucerne Stock Show to Host Soup Supper on Saturday, March 1
After the past few snows we’ve had, are you ready to get out and visit with friends and support the Lucerne Stock Show? Here’s your chance! They are hosting a soup supper at the Lucerne 4-H building on Saturday, March 1st, beginning at 6:00 pm. As always it’s pay what you want, eat what you. There’ll be a selection of homemade soups and desserts. If you would like to provide soup or a dessert, please contact Jill Blanchard. We hope to see you there!
centers are in Chillicothe and Unionville.
Home Visitors serve families throughout the nine-county area with weekly visits and a playgroup twice a month. All our sites and locations operate Tuesday through Friday.
The vision of GHHS is to serve children and families first by keeping our centers a safe and constant refuge, as well as helping families create positive home environments. We envision empowering our families to become more self-sufficient, trauma informed, and positive role models for their children and community.
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The regularly scheduled meeting of the Unionville City Council was called to order at 5:35 PM by Mayor Charley Bill Pittman with aldermen Kellie Purdy, Eric Lutz and Jason Hill in attendance. Alderman Gary Davis entered the meeting at 5:38 PM. Mary Clapham, PC Café and Resource Center, and Lisa Colson, Green Hills Regional Planning Commission, addressed the council regarding a grant that will provide part of the funding building a senior center. Clapham stated that a location on the square was preferred and inquired about the lots on the west end of the north side of the square and the former Skelgas location. The plans would be to use the Skelgas location as a parking lot and have an entrance to the new
facility from the alley.
Clapham inquired as to whether the city would forgive the $60,000 demolition bill against the former Scuttlebutt building. This issue was discussed. Discovering that the lots to the west of the Scuttlebutt site would provide enough room for the proposed new building, they will pass on the Scuttlebutt site.
Colson stated that the grant application will be submitted in April and awarded in September or October. USDA funding will also be explored.
Mayor Pittman stated that the city would have to check with their attorney.
Andrew McCollom, USDI, presented maps showing the areas of tubing to be replaced. He stated there is more work identified than can be done this year and there
should be four running weeks of work. McCollom then answered the council’s questions.
Josh Stewart, Benton & Associates, met with the council to revisit sludge removal. Stewart informed the council that spending an additional $90,000 would allow them to use all the matching grant money they had received for the sewer project and allow for the removal of all sludge from both ponds. This would mean that the one pond wouldn’t be left for stage two of the project, at which time sludge removal might be more costly. Following discussion, Davis motioned to approve the expenditure to remove all the sludge. Purdy seconded the motion, which
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri House of Representatives passed HB 544, a bill that seeks to standardize pesticide labeling requirements in the state. The legislation specifies that pesticides registered by federal agencies or labeled in accordance with federal guidelines will fulfill any state-mandated cancer warning label requirements.
The bill, sponsored by State Representative Dane Diehl, is designed to harmonize state and federal regulations for pesticides, particularly glyphosate-based herbicides, which are among the most widely studied products in the United States.
“This bill is crucial for Missouri’s top industry—agriculture—ensuring access to essential products that feed, clothe, and fuel our state, nation, and beyond,” said Rep. Diehl, R-Butler. “It upholds a trusted process with some of the toughest regulations in the U.S., recognized globally for its rigorous standards. This legislation also ensures consistency between state and federal standards, preventing unnecessary confusion while pro-
MO House Passes HB 544 to Align Pesticide Regulations with Federal Standards HB 544 ... Cont. to pg. 3
Rotarians Tiffani Klinginsmith and Clint Stobbe are shown with Jeff Harlan (center). Jeff presented the program at last week’s Unionville Rotary meeting. Photo credit: Mary Comstock
by Mary Comstock
Information to avoid fraud and scams will be part of the Lunch and Learn program.
Obituaries
Carolyn Grimes
Carolyn Myretta (Crouse) Grimes, 79, of Unionville, Missouri, passed away at the Putnam County Memorial Hospital on Sunday, February 16, 2025, surrounded by family.
Carolyn was born in rural Putnam County on August 18, 1945, the daughter of Milford and Bernadine Crouse. She attended Hill, Jones and Lucerne Elementary Schools, as well as Putnam County High School where she graduated as Salutatorian in 1963.
Carolyn married her soul mate and the love of her life, James “Jim” A. Grimes on September 1st, 1963, in Pollock, Missouri. She moved to Des Moines, Iowa, and worked at Look Magazine while Jim was serving in the US Army and stationed overseas in Korea. Upon his return from Korea, they lived a short time in Kentucky while Jim was stationed at Fort Knox. After Jim’s service in the US Army, they moved to Kirksville, Missouri, where Carolyn worked at the Northeast Missouri State College (now Truman State University) in the business office while Jim attended college. They returned to Unionville in 1970 for a few years, and she worked for Dr. Dale for a short time and started a family. They then moved to Osceola, Missouri, for a couple of years, returning to Unionville in 1973. Carolyn then worked at Putnam County Health Department as the office manager for 32 years, retiring in 2007. She enjoyed working with the public and community and made many lifelong friends during her time at the Health Department.
Carolyn and Jim had
three children, Todd, Tonya and Troy. Her passion was her family. She was genuinely kind to all who knew her. She enjoyed attending and following all her children’s and grandchildren’s activities and celebrating all their milestones. Her favorite thing to do was spend time with family no matter the activity, whether it be with her husband, children, grandchildren, parents, siblings, nieces/nephews and cousins. She loved cooking for, caring for, and supporting her immediate family, extended family and friends. She was a member of the Busy Homemaker (Extension) Club for many years until her health prevented her from participating. Carolyn loved games of all kinds, especially playing cards. She loved game shows as well. Carolyn was an avid St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Chiefs, and Missouri Tigers fan. Her kindness, generosity, and love for her family and friends touched all who knew and loved her.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Milford Kenneth Crouse and Bernadine Lavilla (Richards) Crouse; her beloved son Todd Alan Grimes; father in lawCecil Grimes and mother-in-law Betty (Smith) Grimes; sister - Polly Roof and her husband Leon Roof, sister Doris Parsons and her husband Eldon Parsons, brother Kenneth Crouse and his wife Elanie Crouse, brother - Galen Crouse, sister - Bonnie Robinson, and brother-in-law - Al Tammen; nephew - Carroll Roof, niece - Linda Roof, nephew - Steve Parsons, niece - Sherry Parsons, and nephew - Bryan Crouse; great nephew – Shon Parsons, great nephew - Tyler Crouse, and great niece - Holly Hydorn.
Carolyn is survived by her husband James “Jim” Grimes of Unionville, Missouri; her daughter Tonya (Steve) Pipes of LaPlata, Missouri, and her son Troy (Machelle) Grimes of Crestview, Florida; grandchildren: Ethan Grimes,
Honor, Tradition, Craftsmanship and Pride.
Centerville Monument Company has a rich tradition going all the way back to its origination in 1868 and is continued with the current and second generation owner, Mason Whisler and his wife Taren. Centerville Monument Company holds its craftsmanship to the highest standard to provide your loved one with the highest quality memorial that you and your family can be proud of for generations to come. Come see Mason and Taren at 1215 East Maple St. in Centerville Monday through Friday 8-12, 1-4 or give them a call at 641-856-2565 to schedule an appointment or ask about any memorial needs or questions you may have.
Katelyn Pipes, Zack (Erika) Pipes, Nathan (Amanda) Pipes, Scottie (Jason) Adams, and Shayna Pendleton; great grandchildren: Gracie, Landon, Rylan, Creed, Courtlynn, Brylie, Isaac, Sean, Alayna, Naomi, Leo, and, Levi; brother- Gary (Linda) Crouse, sister – Sandra (Jerry) Crawford, brother in law – Earl Robinson; brother in law – Cecil “Jr” (Carolyn) Grimes, sister in law – Janice Grimes, sister in law- Joyce (Les) Hydorn, and sister-inlaw – Jenny Tammen; Nephews and Nieces: Ronny (Virginia) Roof, Jeneen Roof, Randall (Mona) Crouse, Kendall (Holly) Crouse, Brenda Robinson, Brent Robinson, David (Debbie) Crouse, Doug (Tammy) Crouse, Chad (Racheal) Crawford, Michele (Ryan) Fowler, Greg (Karen) Grimes, Dawna
(Kelly) Holdren, Mark Grimes, Kristen Burns, Matt Grimes, Shawn (Shelly) Hydorn, Tracy (Mark) Meinecke, Tiffany (Danny) Trent, and Cari (Pat) Coudron; 37 great nephews and nieces; as well as numerous loved ones including aunts and uncles, greatgreat nephews and nieces, cousins and friends. Memorial Services and Celebration of Carolyn’s life were held at the Thomas Funeral Home, Unionville, MO, on Saturday, February 22, 2025, with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM and funeral services following at 11:00 AM. The family requests any memorial donations be made to the Putnam County Health Department and entrusted to the Thomas Funeral Home, 709 S 27th ST, Unionville, MO 63565.
Bennie Laurie Sands
Berniece (Bennie) Laurie Sands, age 70, passed away on February 9, 2025, surrounded by family. Bennie was a strong woman with a unique spirit. She deeply loved her family and friends and had a passion for helping others. Bennie also enjoyed woodworking, flea market shopping, refurbishing old things, taking care of her lawn and flowers, floating on the river, spending time outdoors, cooking, and spending time with friends. Bennie will be remembered for her generosity, perseverance, creativity, and
sense of humor.
Bennie was born October 1, 1954, to Robert and Helen Dawson. She grew up in Ottumwa, IA, with her parents and siblings. In 1970, Bennie started her family with Steve Welch, and they welcomed their son Eric and later daughter Gina. In 1975, Bennie married Bob Sands, expanding the family with his four sons, Rick, Randy, Rusty, and Robby, and later welcoming a daughter together, Peggy. In 1978, they moved to Unionville, MO, and spent many years there raising children, owning and operating small businesses, and building friendships in the community. Bennie relocated to Milan and later to Nebraska for work before settling into Springfield, MO, as her home.
Bennie was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Helen Dawson. She is survived by her sisters, Sandra,
Victoria, and Margaret. Her children and their families also survive her: Rick and Shawney Sands and children; Nathan Sands and daughter Mya; Ciarra and Tommy Waszaj and children Zion, Selah, and Shiloh; Zachary Sands’ daughter Haven; and Jonathon Nichols. Randy and Anna Sands and children: Kristen Sands; and Brandon Sands and son Eliott. Rusty and Laura Sands and children: Savanah and Brad Shoemaker and children Drayven, Braelyn, and Rylan; Grant and Matthew Sands; and Kerbee Willier. Robby Sands and children: Sabrina Sands; Kelsey and Adam Fisk and children Karlee
Obituaries
and Maverick; and Tyler and Lexi Shanahan and children. Eric and Chrissy Welch and children: Mercadez and Michael Spotz and children Maelie and Memphis; Dalton and Blade Welch; and Collin Allen. Gina and Scott Wolf and children: Dexter and Jaggar Deeds; and Pheonix, Cheyenne, and Graci Wolf. Peggy and Justin McDannald and children: Jaelah and Jakoeby McDannald.
The family would like to express gratitude for the outpouring of love and support during this time. Bennie’s family and friends will honor her privately and celebrate the memories of times shared with her.
Moberly Area Community College has named the following students to the President and Dean’s Lists for the fall 2024 semester. To qualify, a student must obtain a grade point average of 4.0 for the President’s list and a grade point average of 3.53.99 for the Dean’s List.
The Part-Time Honors List includes students completing six to eleven credit hours earning a 3.5-grade point average or higher. President’s List Kloey Pearson, Unionville Dean’s List Makenna Webb, Unionville
Thank you for the cards, flowers, calls and best wishes for my 90th birthday. They were greatly
Joe’sBitsand Pieces
Joe Koenen, AgriBusiness Specialist (Mo Extension Ret.)
MISSOURI FENCE
LAW PART II
I am going to discuss the major parts of the law or laws today. If you do not already know, it is complicated so hopefully this will help.
AS of now, Missouri has 2 separate fence and boundary laws depending on what county your land is located. The majority of counties in Missouri (85 of the 114 counties) are under the updated general fence law, last updated in 2001. Clark county has this law. However, 19 counties in Missouri have adopted the local option fence law. They include Macon, Putnam, Schuyler and Sullivan in this area. The laws are extremely different. The local option fence law requires both landowners, regardless of livestock ownership, to maintain their portion of a boundary fence (between 2 or more landowners). Notice it applies to landowners. A process to require a landowner who refuses to pay for their portion is in place although it is far from perfect. A 90-day written notice is required, a sample of which I have available if you need it.
I will discuss it in more detail next week. The updated general fence law, in place in Adair and Clark counties, puts the onus of the boundary fence on the livestock owner and not the landowner. If livestock are never against the fence, that livestock owner has no legal responsibility for the cost. However, if they later put livestock there, the other livestock owner can be reimbursed for his/her half or portion. Calves grazing corn stalks or part of the year or one animal in the specific pasture would trigger you as a livestock owner. Putting your fence 10- or 20-feet back causes problems too. If you are not a livestock owner, then you have no legal rights except for the fence to be on the boundary line either. I will discuss that issue in future weeks too. You can decide not to have a boundary fence if neither party have livestock but be careful of that due to future problems I will discuss later.
Next week, I will continue this discussion. Remember, this is for educational purposes and is not a substitute
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for competent legal advice.
REMINDERS
The Missouri Century Farm Program, a joint effort of University of Missouri Extension, Missouri Farm Bureau and the MU Department of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources is now open to applications until May 1. Your local extension office can assist you or you can go online at www.extension.missouri.edu and search century farms. I will discuss this more in a future week.
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.
THOUGHT: “What you decide to do, make sure it makes you happy”!
Head Start ...
Gary Knight at one of the many popular auctions he has conducted over 45 years with his auction service.
Please join us as we celebrate with Gary on Friday, March 7, 2025, 12:00-3:00 PM, at the Real Estate office on the south side of the square.
Gary graduated from Reppert Auction School in December 1967 and started having auctions as KNIGHT AUCTION SERVICE in Janu-
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ary 1968 (which was a household sale) and had his final auction for Hallie Alexander (selling both real estate and personal property) in 2013.
In 1976, Gary got his Missouri real estate license and had Knight Auction and Real Estate business until 1980 when he and Mitzie purchase
the Century 21 Real Estate Franchise.
In 1985, Gary and Mitzie sold the Century 21 Franchise to David and Peggy Hart and later became independent agents doing business as Gary M. Knight Real Estate, LLC. In 2017, they sold that business to Ami and Danny Hartwig. Gary continued working as a sales agent, however he has retired as of January 1, 2025. Ami has been and will continue to be the real estate broker of that business at the current location of 1613 Grant St. on the south side of the Unionville square with the same honest and professional integrity always associated with the name since its beginning. All together Gary has worked in the auction and real estate businesses for 56 years!
is in accordance with federal regulations and is based upon the child’s age and family income of applicants. Families can also be eligible for services if they are homeless, receive SNAP or SSI, if the child is in foster care, kinship care, or a ward of the state. Children with disabilities are also prioritized for services. Once a child is selected, children and families are eligible to receive all services offered by the program. Examples of services provided include:
Welding Welding 3227 Fillmore Rd Seymour, Iowa
Phone: 641-895-8472 or 641-895-0178
Specializing in Aluminum and Stainless Steel Manufacturing.
Lincoln Township of Putnam County, Missouri is accepting bids for the following:
Submitted bids will also need to include all fees for hauling. Winning bidder agrees to have rock applied to the roads by September 30, 2025. All bids will be opened on March 10, 2025 at 6:10 pm.
Please mail bids to board members Rick Stottlemyre or Lisa Shahan marked 2025 ROCK BID. Bids may also be brought to the meeting the night of March 10th. Lincoln Township reserves the right to reject/refuse any and all bids.
Nutrition: A nutritious low-sugar breakfast, lunch, and snack are served in centers. A nutritious snack is served during home-based group meetings.
Health: Screenings include vision, hearing, speech, anemia, lead level, blood pressure, medical examinations, dental examinations, and immunizations. Follow-up referrals are done if needed.
Mental Health: Children with atypical behavior or suspected developmental concerns are either observed directly by a licensed mental health provider or referred to the appropriate professional. Connections to counseling services are made as necessary.
Disability Services: Services are provided for disabled children in conjunction with other agencies.
Family Engagement:
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• WELDER • PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR • ASSEMBLY
Call with any questions : 660-216-7044
Apply in person
FEED TRAIN
2808 Industrial Rd Unionville, MO
Parents make the Head Start difference! Staff and parents are partners in the classroom, during home visits, Family Days, Policy Council meetings, and with program assessment. Applications are taken year-round for GHHS. All locations will be able to take applications for the 2025-2026 school year starting February 18th. Contact your local Head Start center to schedule a time to complete an application. If you are interested in volunteering or getting involved with GHHS, we welcome anyone that is interested in volunteering, substitute teaching, or serving as a community representative for Policy Council or the Bright Future’s Trenton Head Start Site Council. We always appreciate when anyone helps spread the word about what GHHS does and are willing to help advocate for the program at the local, state, or federal level. If your business, club, or organization is interested in learning more about GHHS, staff would welcome the opportunity to come visit with you. Please visit our website at www.greenhillsheadstart.org or call 660-3592214 for more information.
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tecting both farmers and consumers. Glyphosate and other widely used herbicides have been thoroughly tested and proven safe, and this bill reinforces that certainty for Missouri’s agricultural future.”
Supporters of the bill argue that these herbicides, when used according to the label’s in-
structions, are proven to be safe and non-carcinogenic. They point to extensive regulatory testing conducted by both U.S. and international agencies that has consistently found glyphosate to be safe for use. With a vote of 85-72, HB 544 now heads to the Missouri Senate for further consideration.
PUTNAM
Putnam County Financial Report
2024 RECAPITULATION OF ALL FUNDS
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.
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
Putnam County
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 publication 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
To Be Published: February 12, 2025 February 19, 2025 February 26, 2025 March 5, 2025 /Seal)
We. ROBERT MUNDEN,SHANE BRADSHAW,and ROBERT VALENTINE,duly elected commissioners of the County Commission of Putnam County,Missouri,and I,CHRISTY BROOKS,County Clerk of that county, certify that the above and foregoing is a complete and correct statement of every item of information required in Section 50.815 for the year ending December 31,2024. and we have checked every receipts from every source and every disbursement of every kind and to whom and for what each disbursement was made,and each receipts and disbursement accurately included in the above and foregoing totals.
Robert Munden,Presiding Commissioner
Done under my hand and seal this 25th
Shane Bradshaw,Eastern District Commissioner day of February, 2025
Robert Valentine,Western District Commissioner /s/ Christy Brooks Christy Brooks, Putnam County Clerk (seal)
TheShepherd’sCall
The Christian Minimalist
In Matthew 5:17 ff, Jesus said, “I have not come to abolish the law but to fulfil it.” Every calling (profession) has its minimalists---those who want to get by with the least effort. It is true even for Christians. The Bible actually warns us against it, “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might.” (Ecclesiastes 9:10) The Christian minimalist might easily skim over Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and come away feeling quite self-righteous. Such a reader would read Jesus’ words “Do not commit adultery” and feel good insisting, “I’ve been a faithful spouse.”
In the sermon Jesus advised against divorce. The minimalist might boast of never being divorced, but at the same time recalling many divorced friends and overlooking any unhappiness in his own household.
Perhaps this instruction is closer to home. Jesus said, “Do not swear.” The minimalist would think, “I never swear. At least, I do not take God’s name in vain. Oh, there was that one time when that guy wrecked my new car, but that could have happened to anyone. I was so mad.”
By now the minimalist would be basking in self-righteousness. But wait---Jesus said, “Do
not murder.” The minimalist reasons, “I am sure in the clear here. I have never killed anyone, not even in the big war.”
Let me tell you a story. In the old movie, “A Place in the Sun,” a young man named George took his pregnant girlfriend, Alice, on a boat trip. She fell into the water and did not come up. George was charged and tried for murder. The prosecution insisted George struck Alice on the head with a paddle causing her to drown. Subsequently, George was convicted of murder and sentenced to be executed. In discussing his sentencing with a priest, George insisted he never struck Alice with a paddle and was therefore innocent.
“Did you want her to come up, to survive?” the priest asked.
Shaking his head thoughtfully, George answered, “No.”
The priest responded, “Then there was murder in your heart.” Jesus never intended the laws of God apply to our actions only. He hoped they would change our heart. Make no mistake about it; God wants more than your least. God wants your best.
That is what Jesus had in mind when He spoke of fulfilling the law.
My Side of the Desk
Karen Bradshaw
We are finally seeing some nice temperatures. Personally, during the frigid temperatures, I spent a lot of time in my chair with multiple layers of blankets reading and playing games on my phone. I also provided a lap for my fat, spoiled indoor cat. She tends to get cranky if she doesn’t get some lap time. At 13 years old she is getting more needy and grumbles more when she has to move out of my chair so I can occupy it. Checking her age in relation to human years, we found she and I are the same age. That explains the cranky and grumbling.
Playing word games I come across a “new word” every now and then, but not often one that I feel applies to me. However, I discovered the word, “chunter,” which describes something I do frequently. That is mutter and grumble to myself. It might even be more applicable to me than my “‘clowder’ of cats,” a delightful description of my outdoor feline herd the youngest son found and shared
with me. Yes, as an English major, I am a “word nerd,” and always on the look out for something new to me to add to my vocabulary. After all, none of us are too old to learn something new.
We have all heard a group of chickens referred to as a brood, but are you familiar with a “murder of crows” or a “mustering of storks” or perhaps, a “parliament of owls”? There are a lot of entertaining and interesting collective nouns describing groups of animals, such as a congress of baboons or a surfeit of skunks. Probably, my favorite is “murder of crows.” I recently saw a meme on Facebook that stated, “You can’t have a murder of crows, without probable caws.” And there is your pun for the day!
With all the bickering and upset in the news and social media, I thought we could all use a light hearted break. The above may not be “news,” but I hope it was entertaining and a break from things needing serious consideration.
Enjoy the warm-
Birthdays
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passed 4-0 via roll call vote.
Following review of the consent agenda, Lutz motioned to approve. Davis seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
In Staff Reports, T. J. Payne, Water/Wastewater, asked permission to further investigate a trash transfer station.
Police Chief Josh Mathes stated he had received a request for information regarding zoning for a bar and grill on the square. Mathes informed the person that the city had an ordinance prohibiting liquor by the drink. He stated the person seemed serious about the proposed bar and grill and asked if the city would consider putting it on a ballot.
Shawn Caley, Electric, reported that a heater had quit, and an engine had frozen at the power plant. He will have Jerry look at it. He explained that they weren’t sure what might have been damaged internally and added it wasn’t one they used very much as it was finicky.
In new business, pro-
posed budgets for Electric, Gas, Fire, General and Economic Development were reviewed and discussed. Davis raised a question whether there could be a raise in gas rates. City Treasurer Amy Homann stated the number is based on 10% and they try to keep the funding between departments at comparable levels.
Payne presented two bids each for two projects. After review, Purdy motioned to accept the bids from Water and Sewer of Columbia, MO. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
Payne then presented a bid to replace a pump. that had quit working. Lutz motioned to approve. Hill seconded the motion, which passed4-0.
At 7:10 PM, Purdy motioned to enter closed session as per RSMO 610.021 (3) Hiring, firing, disciplining or promoting of particular employees … following a seven-minute break. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
PCCafeMenu
Thursday, February 27
Baked Fish, Hushpuppies, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, Fruit Crisp
Friday, February 28
SALAD BAR, Hot Baked Turkey, Potatoes/ Gravy, Yankee Green Beans, Assorted Fruits and Desserts
Monday, March 3
Chili and Vegetable Beef Soup, Beets, Peaches, Cheese, Crackers
Tuesday, March 4
BBQ Chicken Breast, Baked Potato, Carrots, Fruit
Wednesday, March 5
SALAD BAR, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Buttered Peas, Fruit Pie
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Carrie Hines, Karen Sue Torrey, Justin Trimble, Randy Rexroat, Robert Underwood, Elsie R. Barker, Brandon Bunnell, Amanda Bonnell, Marla Ryals, Nancy Spada
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March
March
Schuyler Rams Hand
Midgets,
80-71 Loss
On Thursday, February 13, the Midgets hosted the Schuyler County Rams. The Rams were able to take the lead early and would go on to defeat PC 80-71, with 30 of Schuyler’s points coming from treys.
Mason Morris led the Midget scoring with 21 points and in assists with four. Morris pulled down five rebounds (one offensive, four defensive) and recorded a pair of deflections.
Kooper Hornaday scored 18 points and added an assist. Hornaday led in blocked shots with a pair and added a steal and two deflections. He led the team in rebounds with nine (four offensive, five defensive).
Daxton Smith put 13 points on the board and provided a pair of assists. Smith pulled down eight rebounds (five offensive, three defensive) and recorded a steal.
Avery Campbell-Johnson scored eight points and add-
ed an assist. He pulled down three rebounds (one offensive, two defensive) and recorded a deflection and a steal.
Matthew Blanchard scored six points and provided an assist. Blanchard posted a pair of deflections and a pair of steals.
Sawyer Morgan connected on a trey for three points. On defense, he posted a deflection.
Jacob Jones scored two points. Jones pulled down three defensive rebounds and added two deflections and a steal.
From two-point range, PC sank 22 of 48 attempted (45.8%) and Schuyler 23 of 44 (52.3%). From beyond the arc, the Midgets sank three of 10 (30%) and the Rams 10 of 16 (62.5%). At the line, PC made 18 of 21 (85.7%) and Schuyler four of eight (50%). Both teams recorded 12 turnovers, with PC posting 16 points off turnovers and Schuyler 12.
Putnam County basketball fans were treated to an exciting match up on Saturday, February 23, when the Midgets faced off with the Polo Panthers in their last conference game. In a tight game, with the Panthers threatening at times the Midgets secured the 72-70 win.
Mason Morris led the Midget scoring with 23 points and led the team in assists with seven. Morris pulled down two rebounds, one each offensive and defensive, and added three steals and a pair of deflections.
Sawyer Morgan scored 15 points, including four made treys. Morgan led the team in deflections with seven and added a blocked shot, a steal and a defensive rebound.
Kooper Hornaday scored 12 points. Hornaday led the team in blocked shots with three and posted three deflections and a pair of steals. He also pulled down eight rebounds (six offensive, two defensive).
rebounds, two each offensive and defensive, and added a pair of deflections and a pair of steals.
Avery Campbell-Johnson scored eight points and provided four assists. He pulled down three rebounds (one offensive, two defensive and added a pair of deflections.
Matthew Blanchard put two points on the board and provided four assists. Blanchard pulled down four defensive rebounds and added a pair of steals.
Jacob Jones scored two points. Jones pulled down four rebounds (three offensive, one defensive) and posted a pair of deflections.
Brock Munden posted a pair of defensive rebounds and a steal.
The Lady Midgets hosted the Polo Lady Panthers on Saturday, February 22, in their final conference game of the season. The Midgets took an early lead and never looked back, defeating the Panthers 5526.
Allise Perkins led the Midget scoring with 22 points and provided four assists. Perkins pulled down seven rebounds (one offensive, six defensive), blocked a shot and added four deflections and three steals.
Tayla Turner scored six points and provided four assists. Turner led the team in steals with six, posted six rebounds (four offensive, two defensive) and added a pair of deflections.
the team in blocked shots with two and in deflections with six. Additionally, she posted six steals and pulled down seven rebounds (three offensive, four defensive).
Riley Jones put four points on the board. Jones posted three steals and a defensive rebound.
Ava Perkins scored four points and provided an assist. She pulled down an offensive rebound and added a deflection and a steal.
Isabela Lopez scored two points and added a pair of assists. Lopez pulled down two rebounds, one each offensive and defensive, deflected the ball four times and stole the ball five times.
Sammie Blanchard scored six points and provided an assist. Blanchard deflected the ball five times and added four steals and three rebounds (two offensive, one defensive).
Congratulations to the following Putnam County Midgets recognized as GRC All-Conference Basketball players: Mason Morris, first team, unanimous selection
Daxton Smith put 10 points on the board. Smith pulled down four
Congratulations to the following Putnam County Lady Midget Softball players who earned Ac-
From two-point range, the Midgets sank 19 of 31 attempted (61.3%) and the Panthers 18 of 33 (54.5%). From beyond the arc, PC made eight of 17 (47.1%) and Polo seven of 27 (25.9%). At the line, the Midgets sank 10 of 13 (76.9%) and the Panthers 13 of 21 (61.9%).
ademic All-State honors with a GPA of 3.595: Maddi Beals, Jenna Knowles, Allise Perkins,
Reagan Smith scored six points and provided four assists. Smith pulled down three defensive rebounds and stole the ball three times.
Loralei Fisher scored five points. Fisher led
Quinn Webb, Bela Lopez, Rory Gilworth, Bryna Hurley, Ava Perkins. Well done!
Bryna Hurley provided an assist. Hurley pulled down two rebounds, one each offensive and defensive, posted three steals and a deflection.
Rory Gilworth provided an assist and posted a defensive rebound. From two-point range, the Midgets made 17 of 47 attempted (36.2%) and the Panthers seven of 35 (20%). At the line, PC sank nine of 18 (50%) and Polo three of 11 (27.3%). From beyond the arc, PC made four of 22 (18.2%) and Polo three of 15 (20%). The Midgets recorded 26 points off of turnovers to the Panthers’ seven.
Jacob Jones rises above the traffic in the lane to capture the defensive rebound off the SC Rams ‘ shot. Jones recorded three defensive rebounds on the night. Photo credit: Drew Morris
Tayla Turner (L) and Loralei Fisher (R) cut off the path to the bucket in Saturday’s match with Polo.
Mason Morris with the steal, heads to the bucket in Saturday’s match with Polo.
Obituaries
Tommy Duncan
Thomas Albert (Tommy) Duncan was delivered by Dr. Charles Judd at the Unionville Hospital on August 19, 1960, the firstborn son of Frank and Nancy Duncan and firstborn grandson of George and Myrtle Duncan.
On a sunny Lucerne day a few years later, he shoved off the peak of the front hill astride his sister Mary’s tricycle, lifted his feet from the pedals, and raced atop the rocky gravel to the bottom. This was the first time his parents worried his choices would lead him down a hard path, but it wouldn’t be the last.
Tommy attended grade school at West Putnam R-3 and high school at PCHS in Unionville, where he lettered in football, basketball, and track, and earned several All-Conference and All-District honors, including for both Offense and Defense in football, and in basketball conference MVP, scoring and rebounding records, and a scholarship to Missouri Valley College. Though Tommy’s athleticism captured the eye of many, his heart, determination, and tenacity set him apart and are still remembered by his coaches, teammates, and fans all these years later. He carried these qualities into his work as an army medic, landscaper, and building laborer (carpenter, concrete, drywall), and his precise methods earned him the nickname Mr. Perfect from his colleagues and friends.
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Tommy’s life journey was not without challenges. He battled shadows of addiction, yet his story is defined not by these struggles but by extraordinary redemption. When Tommy loved you, he was a sun whose light warmed the entire galaxy. If he sometimes broke hearts and trusts, he redeemed himself many times over, showing us that healing is possible even amidst chaos and trauma.
Tommy had several symptoms, substance misuse included, which exist among the constellation of those associated with Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a brain disorder related to head injuries often sustained during contact sports and military combat. As part of his commitment to helping future generations, he donated his brain to a
CTE research study to advance knowledge of this disorder. His act of selflessness reflects the importance he placed on understanding and addressing the impact of the game he excelled at and loved despite the personal cost.
The songs and lyrical poetry of James Taylor and Jackson Browne were his lifelong loves. Their lyrics, and those of Neil Young, Bruce Springsteen, and more recently Nathanial Ratliff, provided solace and expression when words failed Tommy. He identified with themes reflecting his own struggles and triumphs, as well as those of the human experience. These songs were his faithful companions throughout his life, in times good and bad, and it was his great joy to share them with others. He also liked fishing, crosswords, coffee, thrift shopping, giving nicknames, and writing poems like this one:
I grew up in an old house
High upon the hill
With the summer heat and winter cold
A garden and a well
A picture-perfect window
And a tree that needed fell Far and distant memories
Of our house up on the hill.
Tommy’s earthly journey ended on February 7, 2025, in the company of his sisters. Among those who preceded him in death are his parents, paternal grandparents, maternal grandparents Virginia and Albert Neighbors, sister Cathy Langley, aunt Linda Adams, and brother-in-law Tim Cornelison. Among those who survive him are his daughters Amber Do (Amber Danks), Andi Suzy (Andi Duncan and partner Taylor Stuart), and Pooh (Abbigail Crane and husband John); his sons Deke (Derrick Duncan), Dalty (Dalton Duncan), and Dyl (Dylan Duncan), his brother G.A. (George Duncan and wife Ste-
fanie), his sisters Patty (Pat Cook and husband John), Espy (Paula DiTallo), Jammer (Mary Beyene and husband Nate), and Nino / Clancy Jane (Glen Duncan Cornelison), Girl Friend For Life (Dayna Pittman Christopher), his aunts Judy, Beverly, and Lois, ex-wife Karla Buck, and many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
As we remember Tommy, let us fix our minds on his triumphs and those of ours to which he contributed. As we remember Tommy, let us fix our minds on his warm, easy laugh and those times our laughs came so easily around him. As we remember Tommy, let us fix our minds on the songs he sang to us and those he sang together with us. As
we remember Tommy, let us think of his life as a testament to loving deeply, fighting valiantly, and seeking redemption. Let us carry him in our broken hearts forever.
The family had a private memorial on February 23, and his life will additionally be celebrated at other events in Lucerne and Unionville, which will be announced in advance later this year.
Tommy was inspired by Native American poetry, including this paraphrased version of a quote attributed to Chief Crowfoot: “Life is the flash of a firefly in the night, the breath of a buffalo in winter, and the shadow which runs across the grass and loses itself in the sunset”. Loves you, Tommy. Bye for now. We’ll miss you forever.
Dorothy Casady
Dorothy Jeanne Medlin Casady was born on April 6, 1930, to Clarence and Winnie (Gray) Medlin at home. She passed away at Western Missouri Medical Center Hospital in Warrensburg on February 18, 2025, after a short illness with loved ones by her side.
Dorothy was baptized as a young girl at a tent revival. She attended Unionville Schools, graduating with the class of 1948. She began working at Ross Produce cracking eggs for the military’s use. Later she worked as a cashier and office manager for General Telephone Company.
On October 11, 1967, Dorothy and Stanley Casady were married. This was the same day as her sister, June married Elbert Staggs. Stanley and Elbert had a bet as to who would make it to the altar first. Elbert won by only a few hours.
Dorothy worked side by side with Stanley in their business ventures, a grocery store, hardware store and rental properties. After retirement in 1995, Dorothy and Stan purchased a winter home in Fountain Hills, Arizona. They enjoyed several years in the warm sunshine but were always ready to come home to Unionville.
Family was very important to Dorothy, and
she maintained a close relationship with them. She was preceded in death by her husband Stanley, her parents; sisters, June Staggs and Holice Reinhard; brothers, Homer, Herb and Harold Medlin; nieces, Marcia VanGenderen and Carolyn Jobe.
Dorothy is survived by a sister, Donna (Phil Ferren) Birchmier; sister-inlaw, Jeannie and brotherin-law Larry (Darlene) Casady and much loved nephew and nieces: Donnie (Pat) Reinhard, Joyce Thomas, Gayann (Lee) Tipton and Lynn (Steven Gee) Birchmier. She also leaves great-nieces and nephews, Natalie (John) Mills, Alan (Ranee) Jobe, Matt Reinhard, Sarah (Scott) Ludden, Todd Thomas, Stacie (Jim) Hewett, Tracie (Monty) Ransford, Kevin (Lori) Pipes, Steven (Tonya) Pipes, Joni (Chris) Brosher, J.C. (Elisha) VanGenderen, Allen (Wendy) Tipton, Cathy (Tony) Sims, Jonathan (Roxanne) Thomas, Seth Thomas and David Thomas, along with many great-great nieces and nephews. She enjoyed them stopping by
for a visit or bringing a family dinner plate and sharing.
Dorothy has one cousin, Jack Medlin and Dorothy Butler, a special cousin, who checked in on her daily.
Graveside services will be held Saturday,
March 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Unionville Cemetery with her great-nephew Allen Tipton, whom she regularly listened to his Sunday sermons on her tablet when she could no longer attend church services.
Anthony “Tony” Reabeck
Tony Reasbeck, age 56, Of Unionville, MO passed away on February 20th, 2025 at his home in Unionville.
Tony was born on November 10, 1968 in Wheeling, West Virginia the son of Charles “Jack” and Marie (Pensis) Reasbeck. He was raised in Unionville and graduated from the Putnam County High School with the class of 1987. Following graduation he, along with many friends from Unionville went to work for a nation-wide military housing contractor. This work enabled him to experience several parts of the country from Rhode Island to California to the Northwest. Tony later spent approximately ten years in Warrensburg, MO while working for his brother Kenny before making it back to Unionville. For the past seven years. He operated Putnam County Products until his health would not allow. In his
free time, he enjoyed looking for “stuff he did not need,” tinkering in the garage and enjoyed always looking at the Nemo Trader and other market magazines and playing with his dog Alley whom he loved dearly.
Tony is survived by his significant other, Barb Craver of Unionville, his brothers Kenny (Suzanne) Reasbeck of Warrensburg, MO and Jack (Cindy) Reasbeck of Lee’s Summit, MO, his sister Tina (Mike) McCormack of Unionville, MO along with his nieces and nephews: Shawn (Cara) McCormack. Shayla (Daniel) Spring, Robert (Jenn) Reasbeck, Beth (Forrest) Hancock, Maggie Reasbeck (Kellen Warren), Chelsey (Donovan) Ortega and Hannah (Zachary) Rasmussen and several great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date and memorial contributions can be given to the Adair County Humane Society.
Casady-Luscan Funeral Solutions of Green Castle, MO is honored to care for and minister to the Reasbeck family at this time.
Higgledy-Piggledy
Pigs will be pigs, but a porcine party that lasted some two weeks in Sterling, CT had a neighborhood at a loss recently. It was a “boar war,” if there ever was one, that destroyed lawns and gardens. As many as 22 black Mulefoot pigs were making their way into neighborhood properties on a daily basis. One neighbor, Michael Grenier, claims that the daily porker parties caused some $23,000 in property damages.
