03-13-2024 Unionville Republican

Rotary Shoes for Orphan Souls Campaign Underway

Insurance Agency, the collection site for this year’s shoe drive. Photo credit: Mary Comstock

Submitted by Mary Comstock

Shoes are essential for health, education, and self-esteem. Many of us take a decent pair of shoes for granted, but children in our community as well as in impoverished areas of the world do not have shoes. The Unionville Rotary Club is collecting new shoes through April 15 as part of the Shoes for Orphan Souls project. Drop shoes off to Heather at Duvall-Roeder-Gardner Insurance at 1712 Main Street. The club will sort out various sizes of tennis shoes for kids in our community and the rest will be sent to Buckner International in Dallas, Texas for distribution around the world.

Why new shoes? New shoes last longer and give children living in poverty something that

is theirs. Socks are also needed, as they are given to the child with each new pair of shoes.

Larry Lunsford, the shoes cheerleader for Rotary stated, “It’s more than a pair of shoes… it’s the first step toward transformation for many orphan and vulnerable children. A pair of shoes helps prevent health issues. A pair of shoes improves school attendance. A pair of shoes increases self-confidence. A pair of shoes represents a wonderful gift to children who do not receive many gifts.”

The ages of the children receiving shoes is 0-18 and shoes for boys ages 12-18 are most needed. Unionville Rotary, along with the community’s help, have collected more than 4,000 since 2001.

Pribyl Presents Information on Dust to Diamonds Program

Submitted by Mary Comstock

Helping others is a passion for Putnam County resident Julie Pribyl. During March and April, she is spearheading a baseball equipment drive for the Dust to Diamonds project in the Corozal district of Belize. The project was started in 2018 by a professional baseball umpire who re-located to Belize from the United States. It has grown from

an adult men’s league to now being incorporated into the physical education curriculum at 8 of the 14 schools in the Corozal district. With enough equipment, the program will be expanded to include all the schools this year.

Julie is collecting gently used or new baseball equipment for ages 8-14. Donations can be dropped off at Putnam County State Bank, Charlie’s Place, or the

Putnam County R-I Schools. For more information or to make a cash donation, contact Julie at 402-821-7419.

Belize is a very poor country compared to US standards. 41% of the residents are below the poverty line and children usually quit school at age 14 to work to help support their family. Baseball helps youth maintain a healthier, active lifestyle and teaches lessons learned from team

Journal Notes

Gary Griggs will present a program on railroad history on Saturday, March 16, at 1:30 at the PC Museum. Please plan to attend.

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sports. The ultimate goal of the program is to develop a team for the 2032 summer Olympics.

Julie and her husband, Jamie, moved to Putnam County from Nebraska 16 years ago. Their two sons are graduates of Putnam County R-I; Justin is employed in the financial services industry in Nebraska, and Jaydon is in college.

Hospice of Northeast Missouri to Offer Six-Week Grief Support Group

Kirksville, Mo - Hospice of Northeast Missouri is offering a sixweek grief support group for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one.

Topics include: understanding the grief process; personal loss history and its impact on the grief process; distinguishing between grief

and mourning; dealing with insensitive people; grief’s impact on a family system; self-care and observing special occasions and the holidays.

Carrol Davenport, Spiritual Care and Bereavement Coordinator for Hospice of Northeast Missouri, will facilitate the six-week support groups.

Two different support group dates and times will be offered. Participants can sign up to attend the group sessions that meet on Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 pm on April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, & May 6, or they can attend the group sessions that will meet on Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 pm on April 3, 10, 17, 24,

& May 1 & 8. The support group will be held at the Hospice of Northeast Missouri office located at 201 S. Baltimore Street in Kirksville, Missouri. There is no charge for the six-week support group, but advance registration is required. To register for the group, contact Carrol Davenport at 660-627-9711.

Hospice of Northeast Missouri, a service of Hannibal Regional, is a 5 Star rated non-profit hospice that focuses on quality of life for people and their caregivers who are experiencing an advanced, life-limiting illness. Hospice of Northeast is a partner agency of the United Way of Northeast Missouri serv-

ing Adair, Clark, Knox, Lewis, Macon, Putnam, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby and Sullivan counties. To learn more about the services offered at Hospice of Northeast Missouri, call 660-627-9711 or visit hospiceofnortheastmissouri.org.

Julie Pribyl (center) is shown with Rotarians Ami Hartwig (L) and Leslie Ream (R). Julie gave information to Rotarians about the Dust to Diamonds program in Belize. Photo credit: Mary Comstock

Rotarian Heather Davis is shown holding shoes outside the Duvall-Roeder-Gardner

MySideOf The Desk

Karen Bradshaw

It’s not quite the “ides of March,” yet, but last Thursday’s and Friday’s temperatures were a reminder that if March “comes in like a lamb, it might go out like a lion.”

Time will tell and the only weather guarantee in Missouri is that it is always changing. By the time this goes to press and hits mailboxes, the sun may be shining and

Area Students Named to Missouri S&T Honors List

ROLLA, Mo. (March

6, 2024) - Missouri University of Science and Technology recently announced the names of students who made the honor list for the Fall 2023 semester.

To be included on the honor list, students must have carried a minimum of 12 hours and had grade point averages of 3.2 or above out of a possible 4.0.

Two local students, both of Livonia, were recognized for achieving this honor:

Carson Dudley, biological sciences, junior Montana Homann, civil engineering, senior About Missouri University of Science and

Technology Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) is a STEM-focused research university of over 7,000 students. Part of the four-campus University of Missouri System and located in Rolla, Missouri, Missouri S&T offers 101 degrees in 40 areas of study and is among the nation’s top 10 universities for return on investment, according to Business Insider. S&T also is home to the Kummer Institute, made possible by a $300 million gift from Fred and June Kummer. For more information about Missouri S&T, visit www. mst.edu.

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the temperature a balmy 70.

Planning for spring planting is always guessing game and a gamble. Plant too early and a lot of time may be spent covering and uncovering garden plants and flowers to prevent frost or even freeze damage. Plant too late and harvest is delayed and more watering may be required during the dry months in late summer when plants are producing. Whatever your planting schedule, here’s wishing you the best of luck.

According to posts on Facebook, morel mushrooms have started popping up in southern Kentucky and other states to

the south of Missouri. It will probably be at least three weeks or a month before they really start popping up in northern Missouri. Just like gardening, if one starts hunting too early the results may be a disappointing “dry run.” But, oh the joy of finding that first delicious morel morsel! Hopefully, there will be just enough moisture to ensure hunters fine more morels than ticks and that gardeners and farmers can get their planting done. It is always a fine balancing act, and sometimes everything aligns for success. Here’s hoping this spring is one of those times!

Have a great week!

Graves Responds to State of the Union Address

WASHINGTON, DC

– Following President Joe Biden’s State of the Union Address, Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) released the following statement:

“We face a border crisis that's flooding our communities with deadly fentanyl and out of control inflation that's ham-

mering working families in North Missouri. That's the state of our Union.

“Yet, President Biden decided to give an angry, divisive campaign speech filled with empty promises that don't actually solve the many crises he's created. It's disappointing, but not surprising.”

TheShepherd’sCall by Dr. H. Wade Paris

Bible Explains Lent

Perhaps you can recall the customary complaints regarding the length of our Christmas celebrations. Often Christmas decorations and Christmas wares are visible in stores shortly after Halloween or before. It is common to hear folk ask irritably why it is necessary to begin Christmas celebration so soon? “It makes the celebration too long,” is a familiar refrain.

Have you noticed you seldom hear that complaint about our preparation for Easter? Preparation for Easter? Yes. The Christian calendar has set aside forty days of the year to prepare our hearts for the celebration of the resurrection of Christ. Those forty days are called Lent.

ing through a telescope. You can see that object with your naked eye, but the telescope brings it close. We Christians are aware of the resurrection always; but ordinarily we share that awareness with many other blessings from the Lord. The Easter celebration is a call to focus on Him who conquered all things, even death.

Our preparation to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection takes many forms from the simple to the sublime. After hearing the pastor preach about the resurrection, a child was questioning his mother. She became bewildered trying to explain death and resurrection. Exasperated by his continued questions whose answers were beyond the understanding of both, she said, “I tell you what we will do. Tomorrow we will go by the bookstore and get some books to explain it. Okay?”

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Thursday, March 14

Becky Neff, Cody Cullum, Cody Smith, Brittany Paris, Sandy Casady, Doug Leach, Duane Hines, Judy McDonald

Friday, March 15

Isaac Houf, Aaron Schnakenberg, James Shelton, Adrienne Head, Danelle Cooper, Hailey Ray, Cynthia Clark

Saturday, March 16

Darren Ryals, Rick Johnson, Hayleigh, Anders, Scott Carter, Richelle Brown Lee

Sunday, March 17

Janan Webb, Debbie

Smith, Grace Spurgeon, Salina Boatman, Britlee Shae Andrew

Monday, March 18

Lynn Lewis, Pat Worley, Brandie Fowler, Joyce Peterson, Larry Hornaday

Tuesday, March 19

FIRST DAY OF SPRING, Bob Gardner, Carla Miller, David Hunter, Lora Rigdon, Cheyenne Michalec

Wednesday, March 20

Ryan Dover, Brandi Roof, Shannon Bain, Jamie Tipton, Audrey Dodsworth, Gage Pearson, Trace Halley

Omaha Baptist Church

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

Sunday Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m.

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

Thursday, March 14

Sweet/Sour Chicken, Vegetable Egg Roll, Stir Fry Vegetables, Rice, Fruit Cobbler

Friday, March 15

BUFFET & SALAD BAR, Corned Beef/ Cabbage, Beef/Potatoes, Buttered Carrots, Hot Roll, Watergate Cake

Monday, March 18

Pork Fritter, Peas/ Carrots, Au Gratin Potatoes, Fruit

Tuesday, March 19

Biscuit and LS Gravy, Sausage, Cubed Potato, Juice, Mixed Fruit

Wednesday, March 20

SALAD BAR, Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Spinach Salad, Cheesecake/Cherries

The View

We returned home from a niece’s wedding in Texas. Did a lot of traveling in the six days we were gone and did a lot of driving in cities. Not

Kevin Collins a big fan of cities. We saw some other nice country, too. But I remember what someone told me long ago. Even though you travel, it’s hard to beat the view from you own front porch. Amen.

Ideally, these days are to be a time of penitence and recommitment. How better could we prepare than to view our sinful selves and ask God to make us more like His son Jesus who sacrificed His all for us? The plan for this time of year is to deny ourselves for Him and focus on His redemptive love. You may think, “Shouldn’t we do that always?” Yes, but this is a time when the total Christian community is asked to focus on the heart of the gospel. It is something like look-

Unwilling to be put off, her son offered a profound bit of wisdom. He asked, “Couldn’t we just read the Bible?” What a novel suggestion! To prepare your heart to celebrate Easter, read the passion stories found in the gospels. The Resurrection story is repeated four times in the final chapters of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

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DAR Meeting Minutes

The DAR General John Sullivan Chapter regular meeting was called to order by Regent Margaret Szucs at 2:00 p.m. on February 23, 2024 at the Putnam County Library, Unionville, Missouri.

Members present were: Margaret Szucs, Mary Blocker, Janice Stark, Betty See Nowels, Sharon Parks, Rhonda Webber, Kim Ewing, Kathryn Milner and Beberly Staggs.

Regent Margaret Szucs welcomed everyone with the Chapter Procedures of Opening Ritual. Beverly Staggs led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the USA. Janice Stark led the American Creed, and the National Anthem was sang by all members. Mary Blocker led the Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Missouri.

The minutes of December 15, 2023 was read by Kathryn Milner and approved by Mary Blocker and seconded by Janice Stark.

The Treasurer’s Report was given by Rhonda Webber and approved by Kathryn Milner and seconded by Sharon Parks.

Regent, Margaret Szucs gave a report on the Rotary Club’s application for Historic Preservation Recogntion Award. Janice Stark gave a report on President’s Day for the National Defense. Vice-Regent, Mary Blocker suggested we send email notices and upon receipt of dues to mail booklets to members who are unable to attend the meetings. Happy Birthday was sung to Betty Sue Nowels. Sharon Parks sent a get well card to Hazel Tipton. Historian, Kathryn Milner, gave a report on how the Navajo Code Talks Day was established on August 14, 1982 by President Reagan. The Indian minutes was given on the Cherokee women and their roles by Kathryn Milner. Betty Sue Nowles stated this was National FFA week and how girls were not allowed until 1969. Mary Blocker updated us on the role of the American flag. Kim Ewing gave a report on the history of Valentine’s Day. A reminder was given to post volunteer hours worked on the DAR website.

The next meeting is scheduled to March

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22, 2024 at the Putnam County Library, Unionville, Missouri. Roll call was your favorite subject in high school.

Submitted by: Kathryn Milner

Approved by: Margaret Szucs

Biden-Harris Administration Invests Nearly $66M to Improve Roads, Trails, and Water Quality as Part of Investing in America Agenda

WASHINGTON, March 8, 2024 – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced nearly $66 million to improve water quality, roads, trails, bridges and fish habitat on national forests and grasslands nationwide.

The announcement is part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda and the Administration’s work to create economic opportunity in communities across the country. This investment, made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will fund more than 100 projects in 24 states and the District of Columbia.

“President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has given us a remarkable opportunity to improve our national forests and public facilities,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “These investments will ensure that millions of

Americans can continue to enjoy clean water, world-class recreation, and more resilient transportation infrastructure across hundreds of communities in and around national forests and grasslands.”

With more than 160,000 miles of trails, 7,200 trail bridges, 6,700 road bridges, and 370,000 miles of roads in national forests, this investment will support urgently needed maintenance and repairs on roads and trails, including road decommissioning, and removal of barriers to fish passage, increasing resiliency on our forest lands across the country.

National forests are also home to more than 400,000 miles of streams and 3 million acres of lakes. Approximately 80 million people rely on clean drinking water sources that originate on national forests and

grasslands. These investments will protect infrastructure and support healthy watersheds in national forests so that they can continue to provide clean drinking water to the people and communities that depend on them.

“This work is critical as we continue to see the devastating effects from extreme climate events. By moving and repairing roads and trails, we are reducing potential impacts of flooding – ensuring access and water quality is preserved, especially in emergency situations,” said Forest Service Chief Randy Moore. “Local collaboration with tribes and partners has been key to identify and carry out this work.”

Of the total funding, $37.5 million will be invested in the Legacy Roads and Trails Program, which improves water quality, restores habitat for threatened and endangered fish or wildlife, and maintains access for visitors, businesses and wildland firefighters on national forests and grasslands.

$28.1 million will be invested through the Collaborative Aquatic Restoration Program to support a second round of projects to improve water quality, prevent

the spread of E. coli, restore fish passage for threatened, endangered, and other aquatic species, increase landscape resiliency, and eliminate high sediment loads in drinking water systems.

For a complete list of projects being funding in fiscal year 2024, visit Legacy Roads and Trails | US Forest Service and Collaborative Aquatic Landscape Restoration | US Forest Service

USDA touches the lives of all Americans each day in so many positive ways. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access to safe, healthy and nutritious food in all communities, building new markets and streams of income for farmers and producers using climate-smart food and forestry practices, making historic investments in infrastructure and clean energy capabilities in rural America, and committing to equity across the Department by removing systemic barriers and building a workforce more representative of America. To learn more, visit www.usda.gov.

Putnam County E-911 is accepting sealed bids regarding grass mowing, (approx. 1 acre), at the Martinstown E-911 Tower Site. This bid will be in the form of cost per mow. No raking or trimming is required. Preliminary mowing schedule is: once in April, 2 times in May, June, and July. Once in August and September. Addition mowing must be approved by Coordinator Matthew Ruggles. Bids will be opened & awarded at the March 13, 2024, E-911 Board Meeting @ 5:15 P.M. to be held at Putnam County Ambulance District, 2206 Putnam Street. All bids must be turned in by March 13, 2024 @ 5:00 P.M. Bids should be sent to: Putnam County E-911, Courthouse Rm. 0103, 1601 Main Street, Unionville, MO 63565. For more information call Matt Ruggles @ (660) 947-4202. P.C. E-911 reserves the right to refuse any and all bids.

Alice Faye (McHenry) Jarvis

Alice Faye (McHenry) Jarvis, 83, of Lancaster, Missouri, passed away at her home on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

The daughter of Reginald Loris and Reva Lucille (Robb) McHenry, she and her twin brother, Doris were born on August 27, 1940, in Unionville, Missouri. In 1957, she was united in marriage to Emmitt Allen Wall and to this union, three children were born, Sheila, John and Lisa. After the death of Emmitt Allen Wall in an automobile accident, Alice returned to the Unionville, Missouri, area and was later united in marriage to Homer Jarvis, Jr. on September 17,1966, at the Lancaster Baptist Church in Lancaster, Missouri. To this union, Alice added two more children, Evanne and Jay.

Survivors include her husband Homer Jarvis, Jr. of Lancaster, Missouri; children, Sheila Burger and husband, Dwayne of Glenwood, Missouri, Lisa Martin of Kansas City, Missouri, Evanne Bruner and husband, Larry of Olathe, Kansas and Jay Jarvis of Phoenix, Arizona; 10 grandchildren, Saffron Lasister, John Slade, Chad and Tara Burger, Brandy, Brittanie and Bridgett Martin, Ashley Spurgeon, Dusty Swedberg and Celia; 15 great grandchildren; two sisters, Regina Webber of Keytesville, Missouri and Deloris Jarman and husband, Gary of Unionville, Missouri; three sisters-in-law, The-

resa McHenry of Kansas City, Kansas, Marilyn Kurtz of Lawrence, Kansas and Vicki Buckallew and husband, Junior of Lancaster, Missouri; one brother-in-law, Ronnie Farrell of Lancaster, Missouri; nieces, nephews and many good friends.

Alice is preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Emmitt Allen Wall; her son, John Preston Wall on September 14, 1985; two brothers, Doris McHenry and Reginald McHenry; one sister, Annabelle Smith; one sister-in-law, Mary Jane Farrell; two brothers-in-law, Gene Webber and David Jarvis.

Alice and Homer were faithful members of the United Methodist Church in Lancaster, Missouri, as long as their health permitted.

Alice was employed at the Modernaire Café for many years as a waitress. She and Homer then moved to the Kansas City area where she was employed at Denny’s Restaurant for numerous years. When they returned to Lancaster, she was again employed with the Modernaire Café until her retirement.

Funeral services were held on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the Norman Funeral Home in Lancaster, Missour,i with Leanna Nauman assisted by Josh Ritzheimer officiating. Special musical selections were “Look at Us,” “Amazing Grace” and “Dancing In The Sky.” Pallbearers were Ardrace Hughes, Westin Hughes, Slade

Burger, Dusty Swedberg, Chad Burger and Drake Spurgeon. Honorary pallbearer were Morrison Lasister. Visitation was held on Friday, March 8, 2024, between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. at the Norman Funeral Home in Lancaster, Missouri. Memorials have been established for the Unit-

ed Methodist Church or Schuyler County Nutrition Site. Online condolences may be expressed to the family by logging on to normanfh.com. Burial was in the Arni Memorial Cemetery in Lancaster, Missouri. Arrangements were under the direction of the Norman Funeral Home of Lancaster, Missouri.

Jean Gardner

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Lake Thunderhead Marina from 12 to 2 PM for Dorothy Jean Gardner (July 20, 1931-Jan. 21, 2024). Jean Gardner of Union-

ville, MO, passed away peacefully at her home at Lake Thunderhead on Sunday, January 21, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Back in the Day

By Ross Malone

March 13, 1931 – The editor of the Linn Creek Reville was campaigning to have “Lake Benton” renamed as “Lake McClurg” but people continued to call it by its unofficial name, “The Lake of the Ozarks.”

March 14, 1871 –Barton County Missouri filed a lawsuit against Wyatt Earp claiming that he did not surrender the tax money and fees he had collected for local schools.

March 15, 1961 –Fifteen young men set off from Cape Girardeau and dribbled a basketball all the way to Evansville, Indiana, where Southeast Missouri State U. was about to play in the NCAA Tournament.

March 16, 1920 –Merchants in Columbia were having trouble keeping ouija boards in stock. Sorority “girls” were supposedly asking the age-old question, “Does he love me?”

March 17, 1951 –The boys at Puxico High School won the State Basketball Championship. They were in the middle of a run in which they won 149 games and lost only 10. This included one 40-game unbeaten season and two State Championships!

March 18, 1963 –The Dillards made their first appearance on national TV. This revolutionary bluegrass band from the area of Salem and Dillard’s Mill, was known on the Andy Griffith Show as the Darling family.

March 19, 1875 –Former Missouri Representative, Isaac Parker, was appointed Judge and became famous in the old west as “The Hanging Judge.”

To schedule Ross as your group’s next speaker, visit www.RossMalone.com .

March 2024

101st

Veteran Recalls Battle of Ripcord

Please join us as Cobra helicopter pilot Rick Scruggs shares his experience while serving during Vietnam’s Battle of Firebase “Ripcord”.

March 16th, 2:00 pm

Bixler 108 Listening Room

Presented by ~ American Legion Post 34

Deborah

Blake Tade

Blake Tade, 35, of Livonia, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly at the University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, following a brief illness.

Blake Louis Tade was born in Kirksville, Missouri, on June 15, 1988, the son of Lou and Marty (Brown) Tade. He was raised in Livonia, Missouri, and graduated from Putnam County R-I High School in 2007. Blake always loved trivia and was a gifted student, winning Geography & Spelling Bees in grade school. He was actively involved in Band, Football, and Scholar Bowl in high school. He was also a member

of God’s Squad from First Christian Church in Unionville while in high school. He attended NYR church camp in Colorado for many years where he was well known by people from all over the country, and he was baptized there in his youth. He also did public announcing work at local sporting events while in high school. Radio and public address broadcasting were some of Blake’s true passions. He was the PA announcer for Putnam County Midget basketball for several years. After High School, he attended Northwest Missouri State University and studied broadcasting for a year. Afterwards, Blake was a disc jockey on the classic rock station KRXL “The X” in Kirksville for six years. Later in life, Blake did baseball and football broadcasting across north Missouri for KMEM radio, where he worked in sales as well. He loved both music and sports, and his role as a broadcaster allowed him to be involved in both. Blake

also enjoyed cooking for loved ones, and he would watch cooking shows for inspiration. His love for music attracted him to enjoy many various genres, and he thoroughly enjoyed singing karaoke, and loved making friends with all who also shared the love of expressing themselves through the majesty of song.

Blake is survived by his parents, Lou and Marty, of Livonia; a brother, Brett (Ariel) Tade of West Des Moines, Iowa; a niece, Olivia Kaci Tade; and grandparents Lonnie and Judy Brown of Livonia. Aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of good friends survive as well.

Blake was preceded in death by a sister, Kaci Tade, who passed away February 9, 2022; and grandparents Hubert

Tade, and Harold and Laura Mildred Hart.

Funeral services for Blake were at Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home in Unionville on Monday, March 11, 2024, with visitation on Sunday, March 10. Brent Messimer and Sonny Smyser conducted the service with recorded musical selections. Pall bearers were Brett Tade, Dillon Bradshaw, Kyle Fisher, Jake Hyde, Tim Hatfield, Victoria Tatham, and Nick Athon. Honorary pall bearers were Kyle Dyer and Dusty Williams. Interment was at the Chapel Cemetery, north of Livonia.

Memorials are suggested to the family and may be entrusted with Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home, 709 S. 27th St., Unionville, MO, 63565

Free Storm Spotter Training Scheduled

MILAN, Mo.) — Have you ever thought about becoming a Storm Spotter? Now is your chance. The Sullivan County Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service invite you to attend free Storm Spotter Training.

The Storm Spotter class will be held at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, March 26 in the Milan Community Center, 205 N. Market Street, Milan, Mo. The class will last approximately 1½ hours. It will be presented by an

experienced meteorologist from the National Weather Service. Various aspects of severe weather, storm spotting, and weather safety will be presented.

The training is free and available to everyone, regardless of age, where you live or education level.

Becoming an active, trained storm spotter is an excellent way to serve our community. While there is no personal commitment from attending this class, if you recognize hazardous weather on the horizon, you will be in a position to help warn your neighbors by calling 911.

New MDC Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Booklets Available This Month

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds hunters, trappers, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts they can get free copies of its updated booklets beginning in mid-March on 2024 Spring Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information, Summary of Missouri Hunting and Trapping Regulations, and Summary of Missouri Fishing Regulations at MDC regional offices, MDC nature centers, and other places

where permits are sold.

View booklet information online at mdc. mo.gov using the search tool at the top of the homepage.

The handy booklets have information on related permits, seasons, species, regulations, limits, conservation areas, sunrise and sunset tables, and more.

Learn more about hunting and trapping in Missouri at mdc.mo.gov/ hunting-trapping.

Learn more about fishing in Missouri at mdc.mo.gov/fishing.

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By law, SBA makes Economic Injury Disaster Loans available when the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture designates an agricultural disaster. The Secretary declared this disaster on Aug. 7, 2023.

Businesses primarily engaged in farming or ranching are not eligible for SBA disaster assistance. Agricultural enterprises should contact the Farm Services Agency about the U.S. Department of Agriculture assistance made available by the Secretary’s declaration. However, nurseries are eligible for SBA disaster assistance in drought disasters.

Applicants may apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at SBA.gov/ disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@ sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.

Cinnamon Recalled for Elevated Lead Levels

On March 6, 2024, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released an alert concerning certain cinnamon products due to presence of elevated lead levels. The FDA has determined that the products listed below do contain elevated levels of lead. The health department visited the affected food retailers, inspected their facility to ensure that they were aware of these products and that all products that were involved in the recall were pulled from the shelves, and properly disposed of. Any further questions or concerns please feel free to contact Brenda Stewart, EPHS, Putnam County Health Department at 660-947-2429.

The following products are on the recall and listed below by distributor; retailer; brand name(s); lots/codes and lead concentration (ppm):

La Fiesta Food Products, La Miranda, CA; La Superior, SuperMercados; La Fiesta; 25033; 2.73

Moran Foods, LLC, Saint Ann, MO; Save A Lot; Marcum; Best By 10/16/24 10DB; 3.20.

Moran Foods, LLC, Saint Ann, MO; Save A Lot; Marcum; Best By04/06/25 0400B1; 2.70

MTCI Santa Fe Springs, CA; SF Supermarket; MK; No codes; 2.99

Raja Foods LLC Skokie, IL; Pated Brothers, SWAD; KX21223; 2.12 Greenbriar International, Inc Chesapeake, VA; Dollar Tree and Family Dollar; Supreme Tradition; Best by 09/29/25 09E8; 3.37 04/17/25; 2.25 04E11; 2.03 12/19/25 12C2; 2.34 04/12/25; 3.14 04ECB12; 3.12 08/24/25, 09A__; 2.88 04/21/25 )4E5; 3.13 04/21/25 04E5 2025-09-22 09E20 (Missouri)

Based on FDA’s assessment, consuming these products could contribute to elevated levels of lead in the blood. Long-term exposure (months to years) to elevated levels of lead in the diet could contribute to adverse health effects, particularly for the portion of the population that may already have elevated blood lead levels from other exposures to lead. If you are concerned that you or anyone in your family may have symptoms of lead toxicity, the FDA recommends you contact your healthcare provider.

March 8, 2024

Dear Friend,

The State of the Union is supposed to be an opportunity for the President to update the Nation on his policies to address the issues we face. It usually doesn’t involve picking fights during the speech or going after your opponent in the upcoming election. Unfortunately, last night, it did.

Instead of a traditional State of the Union address, President Biden decided to deliver an angry, divisive campaign speech. I was disappointed to see the President miss the mark on so many of the issues that are affecting working families in North Missouri, like out-of-control inflation, an energy crisis, and rising crime, just to name a few. It was unbelievable that the President decided to talk about the size of candy bars and bags of chips before addressing the most pressing issue in our country today, the crisis at our southern border. That should be our number one priority.

While President Biden finally acknowledged there is a problem at the border, he’s still wasting billions cancelling contracts to stop border wall construction and bringing illegal immigrants into the U.S. on secret flights.

Meanwhile, in the opening weeks of the new Congress, the House passed the Secure the Border Act. It’s common-sense legislation that would fund the wall, end catch and release, hire more border patrol agents, and strengthen laws to prevent human trafficking. It does much of what we were doing when the border was actually being secured.

Not only that, but just hours before the State of the Union, we passed the Laken Riley Act, which I was proud to co-sponsor. This legislation makes it crystal clear that an illegal immigrant who commits a theft offense, as Laken Riley’s alleged killer did, will be a priority for arrest and must be detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) until the illegal immigrant is removed from the country. This bill also ensures the Biden Administration can be held accountable for its open-border policies by providing states the standing to sue Executive Branch officials for their refusal to enforce the immigration laws we already have on the books.

Make no mistake, President Biden’s open-border policies have turned every community into a border

The annual meeting of the Sprigg Cemetery will be held April 6th, 2024 at 10 a.m.

be held at the home of Jolene Grindstaff located in Galt, MO Anyone with an interest in the Sprigg Cemetery is encouraged to attend.

community and destroyed countless American families. Border security is national security. It’s time to cut

Sheriff ...

2/24/2024

the nonsense and empty promises and get the job done.

Sincerely,

Sam Graves

Continued from pg. 11

Motorist assisted on Highway 136.

Animal Complaint reported on Highway FF.

Animal Complaint reported on Highway A.

2/25/2024

Welfare check conducted in Powersville.

2/26/2024

Domestic complaint reported in Unionville.

Assist Probation Officer in Lucerne.

2/27/2024

Attempt to locate person in Lucerne.

Medical call responded to in Unionville.

Abandoned vehicle investigated at Rebels Cove.

Animal Complaint reported in Lemons.

2/28/2024

Suspicious Person called in from Unionville.

Welfare check conducted outside Unionville.

2/29/2024

Harassment call reported on Highway EE.

Motorist assisted on Highway 5.

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Missouri’s Third District

Danny Busick, State Representative

Planned Parenthood Funding HB2634

The Missouri House votes to remove Planned Parenthood funding from the Missouri state budget. Planned Parenthood is an organization that promotes reproductive health for women. One of their focus areas is birth control. Planned Parental promotes and distributes birth control pills as well as other forms of birth control.

But sadly their main focus has become abortion, the ending of a human life. Planned Parenthood has promoted this as a form of birth control. I do not believe this is birth control at all, other than the fact it kills the child before it has a chance to be born.

If an unborn child is just a fetus and not a child then how could Planned Parent so disgustingly sell body parts of the aborted child? It is a human being, just as you and I, and has the human body parts just the same. Also abortion is not health care. It robs the baby of its health and commonly damages the reproductive organs of the mother.

For several years the

Missouri House of Representatives has tried to remove funding to Planned Parenthood. These funds have not directly been spent on abortions, but funding any part of Planned Parenthood allows them to divert other funds to abortion. Planned Parenthood is generously funded by other organizations and doesn’t really need state funding. It’s time to end state funding altogether. I pray the Senate goes along.

Due to the recent passage of Amendment 1 on November 6, 2018, please be advised that any communications or documents received by this office that were previously treated as confidential may now be subject to public disclosure pursuant to any request made under the Missouri Sunshine Law.

As always it’s a privilege to serve the 3rd District. Please contact my office at 573-751-3647 if you need anything at all. Further information can be obtained by email at danny.busick@house. mo.gov or by visiting www.house.mo.gov

Help Wanted

Home Visitor

Putnam County Head Start

Full time with the following benefits.

- Dental/Health/Life Insurance - Life Flight - 4 - day work week

- Retirement - Sick Leave

- Paid Tuition to NCMC

Go to Green Hills Head Start for job description and application or call 660-359-2214

E.O.I.

Putnam County R-I School District

Putnam County Learning Center

Childcare Worker

• 12-month position, $12.50/hr.

• Full-time with benefits

• Personal & vacation days

• Background check required

E-mail resumes to: lshipley@putnamcountyr1.net

Superintendent’s Office

660-947-3361 ext: 301

COUNTY CLERK’S NOTICE OF APRIL 2, 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION

STATE OF MISSOURI

COUNTY OF PUTNAM

Notice is hereby given that a General Municipal Election will be held in Putnam County, Missouri on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 and that such election is being called by the County of Putnam, and the State of Missouri. Said General Municipal Election will be held on April 2nd with polls opening at 6:00 a.m. and remaining open until 7:00 p.m. The list of issues and names of properly filed candidates are listed below.

GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION

TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2022 PUTNAM COUNTY, MISSOURI

NOTICE OF ELECTION

Notice is hereby given that the General Municipal Election will be held in the County of Putnam on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 as certified to this office by the participating entities of Putnam County. The ballot for the Election shall be in substantially the following form.

SAMPLE BALLOT INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS

To vote, darken in the ovals(s) completely next to your choice(s), like this:

Write-in: To vote for a valid write-in candidate, write the person’s name on the line provided and darken in the oval. If you are in favor of any question submitted upon this ballot, darken the oval to the left of the word “YES”. If you are opposed to any question submitted upon this ballot, darken the oval to the left of the word “NO”. If you tear, deface, or make a mistake and wrongfully mark any ballot, you must return it to the election judges and receive a new ballot.

PUTNAM COUNTY R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT

FOR BOARD MEMBER FOR THREE YEAR TERM

Vote For TWO JORDAN HENDEE

DANIEL SPRING CLINT STOBBE

WRITE IN

WRITE IN

COUNTY OF PUTNAM

HOSPITAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS SALES TAX

Shall the County of Putnam extend a county-wide sales tax as authorized by Statute 67.700 Revised Statutes of Missouri, at the rate of 1/2 percent for a period of 5 years for the purpose of capital improvements.

This tax if passed, will be a continuation of the current sales tax which will expire in April 2026

YES

NO

PUTNAM COUNTY HOSPITAL

FOR BOARD MEMBER FIVE YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

LINDA VALENTINE

WRITE IN

FOR BOARD MEMBER ONE YEAR UNEXPIRED TERM

Vote For ONE

DON SUMMERS

WRITE IN

PUTNAM COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

FOR BOARD MEMBER FOR YEAR TERM

Vote For TWO SHERRI GRISWOLD

RON STUCKEY

WRITE IN

WRITE IN

NEWTOWN-HARRIS R-3 SCHOOL DISTRICT

FOR BOARD MEMBER FOR THREE YEAR TERM

Vote For TWO HOLLY FAIRLEY

KATIE IRELAND

DONNA TODD

WRITE IN

SCHUYLER COUNTY R1 SCHOOL DISTRICT

To choose by ballot two directors who shall serve as members of the Board of Education of said School District for a term of three years each.

Vote For TWO

WANDA HOMER

JENNIFER PANTRY

VERYL (GOOB) GORDY

JERRY VANWYE

WRITE IN

WRITE IN

SPECIAL SCHOOL LEVY ELECTION PROPOSITION

C.A.R.E. (COMMUNITY ACTION REINVESTING IN EDUCATION)

Shall the Board of Education of the Schuyler County R-1 School District, Missouri, be authorized to increase the operating tax levy by $0.6700 to $4.1000 per one hundred dollars of assessed valuation beginning in Tax Year 2025 in order to provide additional funds to retain quality certified and support staff, maintain its facilities, and meet the operating expenses of the District?

(The District intends to reduce the debt service levy by $0.7700 per one hundred dollars of assessed valuation in order to offset the estimated $0.6700 per one hundred dollars of assessed valuation increase to the operating levy beginning in Tax Year 2025.)

YES

NO

PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT

FOR DISTRICT #5 BOARD MEMBER THREE YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

CHRISTA PHILLIPS

WRITE IN

YORK TOWNSHIP FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FOR BOARD MEMBER SIX YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

D.J. SWAN

WRITE IN

GRANT FIRE DISTRICT

FOR BOARD MEMBER SIX YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

DAVID JONAITIS

WRITE IN

ELM FIRE DISTRICT

FOR BOARD MEMBER FOR YEAR TERM

Vote For TWO

DARL D. DAVIS

JAY HEHIR

WRITE IN

PUTNAM COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRICT

FOR DISTRICT #3 BOARD MEMBER THREE YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

ARLENE GAYLE PICKENS

WRITE IN

FOR DISTRICT #6 BOARD MEMBER THREE YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

ED MOSS __________________________

WRITE IN

PUTNAM COUNTY CARE CENTER

FOR DISTRICT #3 BOARD MEMBER THREE YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

RICHARD MORROW

WRITE IN

FOR DISTRICT #4 BOARD MEMBER THREE YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

SHERRY MUNDEN

WRITE IN

LAKE SPECIAL ROAD DISTRICT

FOR BOARD MEMBER

THREE YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

MARY C SOUERS

UNIONVILLE SPECIAL ROAD DISTRICT

FOR BOARD MEMBER THREE YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

T.J. PAYNE

WRITE IN

CITY OF UNIONVILLE

FOR MAYOR TWO YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

CHARLEY BILL PITTMAN

JERALD HENDEE

WRITE IN

FOR NORTHWARD ALDERMAN TWO YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

ERIC LUTZ

WRITE IN

FOR SOUTHWARD ALDERMAN TWO YEAR TERM

Vote For ONE

JASON HILL

WRITE IN

CITY SALES TAX ORDINANCE

Shall the City of Unionville, Missouri impose a sales tax of three percent (3%) on all retail sales of adult use marijuana sold in the City of Unionville, Missouri?

YES

NO

VILLAGE OF WORTHINGTON

FOR TRUSTEES

TWO YEAR TERM

Vote For THREE

RAYMOND ORWIG

ZACHARY ROBBINS

DAKOTA ORWIG

__________________________

Write In

Write In

WRITE IN

VILLAGE OF LIVONIA

FOR TRUSTEE

TWO YEAR TERM

Vote For THREE

DAVID JONAITIS

JULIE MASON

WRITE IN

WRITE IN

WRITE IN

VILLAGE OF LUCERNE

FOR TRUSTEES

TWO YEAR TERM

Vote For THREE

WRITE IN

WRITE IN

WRITE IN

VILLAGE OF POWERSVILLE

FOR TRUSTEES TWO YEAR TERM

Vote For THREE

WRITE IN

WRITE IN

WRITE IN

ELM TOWNSHIP PROPOSITION

Shall there be a levy not to exceed thirty-five (.35) cents on the hundred dollar valuation on all taxable real estate, personal and utility property within the boundaries of said township for the road Section (12A0 article (10) of the Constitution of Missouri 1978. Said levey to be in effect for four years. This is a continuing resolutionh

YES

NO

JACKSON TOWNSHIP PROPOSITION

Shall there be a levy not to exceed thirty-five (.35) cents on the hundred dollar valuation on all taxable real estate, personal and utility property within the boundaries of said township for the road Section (12A0 article (10) of the Constitution of Missouri 1978. Said levey to be in effect for four years. This is a continuing resolutionh

YES

NO

POLLING PLACES FOR SAID ELECTION WILL BE:

The Unionville Republican, March 13,

*AT UNIONVILLE 4H Building located at 615 North 22nd Street, Unionville, MO 63565 (Located at the North end of City Park) - Union S.W., Jackson Township, Wilson Township

AT PUTNAM COUNTY LIBRARY - Union N.E., Lake Thunderhead, Sherman Township, Richland Township

THOSE VOTING AT THEIR RESPECTIVE

PRECINCTS - Liberty Township, York Township, Medicine Township, Elm Township, Grant Township and Lincoln Township

COUNTY CLERK’S CERTIFICATION

This is to certify that the foregoing notices are true copies as certified to me. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of my office this 15TH day of March, 2024.

Christy Brooks (seal) Putnam County Clerk

NOTICE

If you have moved, please contact the County Clerk’s Office at 947-2674 so records can be brought up to date.

NOTICE

If you are home bound and want to vote absentee in the April 2, 2024 Election, please call the County Clerk’s Office at 660-9472674 so arrangements can be made. The last day to vote absentee in person is Monday, April 1st, 2024 and the last day to request an absentee ballot by mail is Wednesday, March 20th, 2024.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC TEST

Please be advised there will be a public test to ascertain that the voting equipment to be used on April 2nd, 2024 Election Day is in compliance with the law and will correctly count the votes cast for all offices and on all questions. This is being done in compliance with Chapter 115.233 Revised Statues of Missouri and will be held March 19th, 2024 at 8:30 A.M. in the Old Soldiers Room

NOTICE

The Putnam County Clerk’s Office will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon on Saturday, 30th of March, 2024 for anyone wanting to vote absentee.

NOTICE

If you are home bound and want to vote absentee in the April 2, 2024 Election, please call the County Clerk’s Office at 660-9472674 so arrangements can be made. The last day to vote absentee in person is Monday, April 1st, 2024 and the last day to request an absentee ballot by mail is Wednesday, March 20th, 2024.

High School Students Welcome for Truman State University Hackathon

KIRKSVILLE, Mo.

— Truman State University will host its first inter-college hackathon March 22-24.

TruHacks is a collaborative initiative between Google Developer Student Clubs (GDSC) and Community of College Entrepreneurs (CCE). In addition to Truman and other college-aged students, the competition is open to interested high school students to compete virtually.

By bringing together coding enthusiasts and business entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds, TruHacks provides a platform for participants to collaborate, share ideas and innovate together. This encourages students to think creatively, problem solve and develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges.

“The term hack symbolizes that students are trying to create a project to solve a particular problem, not using their skills for hacking into someone’s computer,” said Rahul Chaudhari, one of the students organizing TruHacks. “This event will showcase how Truman and other university students can work on a problem within just the given time frame.”

This 48-hour-long hackathon is aimed at uniting coding enthusiasts and business entrepreneurs from various universities and high schools in a competition fostering innovation and collaboration. The main theme – the problem set of the event – gets released during the opening ceremony. Once the question is released, the students brainstorm and try to solve the issues at hand.

“Participating in a hackathon like TruHacks offers hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that complement traditional classroom education,” Chaudhari said. “Students gain experience working on real-world projects, solving complex problems and applying theoretical knowledge in a practical setting. The competition also helps with entrepreneurial skills such as project management, team collaboration and presentations. These skills are valuable in various career paths and industries, including technology, business, engineering and more.”

Students have the opportunity to participate individually or as a team with up to four members. The three different categories include: beginners, for high school juniors and seniors; developers; and business. For the beginners and developers categories, participants must submit a website or app designed to address the theme of the event. Those competing in the business category only need to submit a presentation along with their pitch. Winners will be recognized across each category with prizes including gift cards and electronics. Raffle prizes include gift cards from Kirksville businesses.

More information, including details on registration, can be found at truhacks.truman.edu. Registration is encouraged by March 18. For questions or additional assistance, contact cce@ truman.edu or gdsc@truman.edu. Students can also ask question on the website under the tab: Ask Your Question Here

ACCEPTING BIDS FOR AUDIT SERVICES

Putnam County R-I School District is accepting bids for audit services for a three year period beginning with the FY 2025 audit. Bids must be received in the Superintendent’s Office, 803 South 20th Street, Unionville, Missouri, by Tuesday, April 5, 2024. The Putnam County R-I Board of Education has the right to reject any or all bids. Contact the Superintendent’s Office at 660-947-3361 with questions.

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Sheriff’sReport

Jason Knight, Sheriff

2/01/2024

Animal Complaint called in from Geyer Trail.

Livestock reported out on Highway 139.

Assisted Childrens Division in Unionville.

2/02/2024

Livestock reported out on Highway 136.

Reckless Driver reported at the Iowa State Line.

Domestic complaint reported in Unionville.

2/03/2024

Juvenile issue reported in Unionville.

Animal Complaint reported in Worthington.

Suspicious Person called in from Highway 129.

Motorist assisted on 277th Road.

2/04/2024

Abandoned Vehicle investigated on Highway 5.

Warrant Served in Unionville.

Juvenile issue reported in Unionville.

Suspicious Person called in from Putnam County Schools. 2/05/2024

Alarm notification responded to in Livonia.

Medical call issued from Highway FF.

Theft investigated on Highway 136.

Disturbance reported in Unionville. 2/06/2024

Suspicious Person called in from Unionville.

Welfare check conducted in Unionville.

Disturbance reported in Unionville.

Accident without injuries reported on Highway 19.

Welfare check conducted in Livonia.

Suspicious Person called in from Unionville.

2/07/2024

Disturbance reported in Unionville.

Disturbance reported in Unionville. 2/08/2024

Assisted Sullivan County in Green City.

Debris in road removed in Powersville. 2/09/2024

Theft investigated in Unionville.

Assisted Childrens

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Accident with injuries reported in Unionville.

2/10/2024

Welfare check conducted in Unionville.

2/11/2024

Suspicious Person called in from Wildflower Drive.

2/12/2024

Public Assistance conducted in Unionville.

Fire call responded to in Livonia.

2/13/2024

Reckless Driver reported on Highway 136.

Drug incident reported in Unionville.

2/14/2024

Disturbance reported in Unionville.

2/15/2024

Noise Complaint reported in Unionville.

Alarm notification responded to in Unionville.

2/16/2024

Accident without injuries reported on Highway 5.

2/17/2024

Juvenile issue reported in Unionville.

Medical call responded to on Highway 136.

Animal Complaint reported on Highway E.

Livestock reported out on Foxtail Trail.

Reckless Driver reported on Highway 136.

Disturbance reported in Lucerne.

2/18/2024

Assisted Childrens Division in Lucerne. 2/19/2024

Trespass reported by Powersville.

Animal bite called in from Livonia.

Road Hazard reported on Highway 136.

Motorist assisted on Highway 5.

2/20/2024

Medical call responded to in Unionville.

Public Assistance conducted in Unionville.

Animal Complaint reported in Unionville.

Road Hazard reported on Indus Trail.

Fire call responded to in Unionville.

Disturbance reported in Unionville.

2/21/2024

Theft investigated in Unionville.

Motorist assisted on 397th Road.

Suspicious Vehicle called in from 412th Road.

2/22/2024

Burglary investigated in Unionville.

Theft investigated in Unionville.

Livestock reported out on 29th Road.

Motorist assisted on Highway 136.

2/23/2024

Inmate transported from Putnam County.

Theft investigated in Unionville.

Domestic complaint reported in Unionville.

Sheriff ... Cont. to pg. 6

Joe’sBitsand Pieces

Joe Koenen, AgriBusiness Specialist (Mo Extension Ret.)

SPRING – WHEN IS TOO SOON?

I have had several folks tell me we’re going to have an early spring this year. While that could be true, there are some issues for you to be aware of.

There is a difference between planting dates and our spring frostfree dates. I know it is tempting with the nice weather to get going but unless you have a greenhouse or possibly a raised bed, it is too early. According to University Extension tables, there is a 50% chance of a killing frost until April 8 and a 10% chance until April 22 here in northern Missouri. There are a few vegetables that can take that low but planting is not recommended until the end of March (the 25th). Those that can go in early are beets, lettuce, broccoli and lettuce. The entire list of planting dates can be found online at https:// extension.missouri.edu/ publications/g6201/. Ground temperatures are very important too for not only vegetables but for field crops. The University considers a 40-degree ground temperature for most garden crops and 50 degrees for crops.

It is a good time to do some additional things. A soil test on a garden spot or field should be done every 3-years or so and now is a great time to accomplish that. You will need about a pint

and take it to the extension office during their office hours. Finally, keep in mind that crops like potatoes and tomatoes should be rotated every year to avoid disease problems. If you had disease issues last year, do not use them for compost but burn or dispose of those plants. If you have specific garden questions, contact Jennifer Schutter at (660) 665-9866.

NON-BOUNDARY FENCES

I had a few people at a meeting I was at least week ask me to go over non-boundary fences once more. Since I do not have enough space for that in this article, I promise to tackle it next week. Thanks for all of your input and support.

REMINDERS

Keep in mind the Missouri Century Farm program that is going on from now until May 1 to recognize farms in the same family from at least December 31, 1924 or earlier. Go to Missouri Century Farms | MU Extension for complete details.

Remember the office has farm record books for sale (no, it’s not too late) and farm lease forms for a small fee. You can also find lease forms online at www. AgLease101.org.

THOUGHT: “I don’t know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody”!

Putnam County Land Transfers -- February

February 1

STR 28-65-19; Grantor: Lindy S. Albertson; Grantees: Ted J. Humphrey, Kaitlyn C. Humphrey

STR 7-65-16; Grantors: James Orlando, Melissa Orlando; Grantee: Tammy Marie Lehner

February 2

STR 25-67-17; Grantors: David E. Robinson, Cheryl A. Robinson, William L. Martin, Vicky L. Martin; Grantee: Elmwood Church Farms LLC

February 6

STR 25-67-19; Grantors: Kenneth L. Blank, Mary J. Blank; Grantee: Shree Bena Un LLC

Lt 213 Prairie Rose; Grantor: Roger Kusserow; Grantees: RK Trust; Roger Kusserow Trustee

STR 13-66-18; Grantor: Ryan A. Shahan; Grantee: Candy L. Shultz

February 7

Lt 6, Bl 1 Monroe’s

Add.; Grantor: Gregory E. Mathes; Grantee: Kimberly L. Hurley

February 9

Lt 9, Bl 2 Railroad

Add.; Grantor: Sharon Robbins; Grantees: David W. Coyle, Sharon Robbins

February 13

STR 31-65-19; Grantors: Reckrodt Farms LLC, Margaret A. Courtney; Grantee: Public

STR 19-66-18, STR 18-66-18; Grantors: DG and June Ann Ledford Trust, DG Ledford, Trustee, June Ann Ledford, Trustee; Grantees: DG Ledford, June Ann Ledford

STR 19-66-18, STR 18-66-18; Grantors: DG Ledford, June Ann Ledford; Grantee: June Ann Ledford

STR 27-67-18; Grantor: Doug Bige; Grantee: Weston Bige

STR 8-65-17; Grantors: Sharon E. Robinson Trust, Jeffrey S. Robinson Trustee; Grantees: Craig T. Robinson, Sr., Christopher J. Robinson

February 14

STR 4-65-17, STR 5-65-17; Grantor: Missouri Highways & Transportation Commission; Grantee: Charles Joh Heidenwith Lt 63 Meadow Rue; Grantors: Josh Welch, Tiffany Welch; Grantee: Joshua D. and Tiffany L. Welch Living Trust dated October 11, 2023

STR 12-66-21; Grantors: Joseph Philip Partridge, Tonja Lee Partridge; Grantee: Joseph Philip and Tonja Lee Partridge Revocable Trust dated February 12, 2024

February 15

STR 26-67-18, Lt 8

Bl e Rice and Haynes Add.; Grantor: Linda L. Dunlap; Grantees: Linda L. Dunlap Family Trust, Linda L. Dunlap Trustee

February 16

STR 31-66-17; Grantor: Robert Ray Adams; Grantees: Michael Shane Law, Tammi Sue Law

Lt 150 Meadow Rue;

Grantors: Mitchel D. Damm, Beth A. Damm; Grantees: Randal Olmstead, Laura Olmstead

February 20

Lt 5, Bl 3 Goul’s Add., Lt 6, Bl 3 Goul’s Add., Lt 7, Bl 3 Goul’s Add., Lt 8, Bl 3, Goul’s Add.; Grantors: Larry L. Roof, Rhonda J. Roof; Grantees: Larry L. & Rhonda Roof Trust, Larry L. Roof Trustee, Rhonda J. Roof Trustee

February 21

STR 1-65-17; Grantor: Darek A. Fowler; Grantees: Terry Scott Nolte, Susan Michael Nolte

February 22

STR 1-65-17; Grantor: Emily Roberts: Grantee Joseph Roberts

February 23

STR 3-65-19; Grantors: Jessica Noland, F/K/A Jessica McQuee, Danny Noland; Grantees: Cheryl Rae Goodwin, William Aaron Bartlett II, Jessica Renee Bartlett

STR 34-67-19; Grantors: Shawn Webb, Amy Webb; Grantees: Clien Lay, Kelsey Lay

Bl 1 Altes Add.,

STR 3-65-19; Grantors: David L. Tribble, Diana Bennett; Grantees: Shawn Webb, Amy Webb

STR 26-67-17; Grantors: John D. Ilgenfritz, Paula Ilgenfritz; Grantee: Thornhill Farms LLC

STR 10-65-19; Grantors: Clien Lay, Kelsey Lay; Grantees: Guindolynn J. Anderson, Trace A. Eddy

February 26

STR 35-67-19; Grantors: Anthony Blades, Patsy Blades; Grantees: Landon Blades, Rosetta Blades

February 29

STR 5-65-17; Grantors: Harlan Dale Bowen, Shelia Irene Bowen; Grantees: Justin P. Riley, Molly M. Riley

Deadline Approaching in Missouri for SBA Working Capital Loans Due to Drought

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Francisco Sánchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration, today reminded small nonfarm businesses five Missouri counties and neighboring counties in Iowa of the April 8, 2024, deadline to apply for an SBA federal disaster loan for economic injury. These low-interest loans are to offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by drought in the following primary county that began June 13, 2023.

Primary Missouri county: Mercer; Neighboring Missouri counties: Grundy, Harrison, Putnam and Sullivan; Neighboring Iowa counties: Decatur and

Wayne.

According to Sánchez, small nonfarm businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private nonprofit organizations of any size may apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. “Economic Injury Disaster Loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that cannot be paid because of the disaster’s impact,” said Sánchez.

“SBA eligibility covers both the economic impacts on businesses dependent on farmers and ranchers that have suffered agricultural production losses caused by the disaster and business-

es directly impacted by the disaster. Economic injury assistance is available regardless of whether the applicant suffered any property damage,” Sánchez added.

The interest rate is 4 percent for businesses and 2.375 percent for private nonprofit organizations with terms up to 30 years. Loan amounts and terms are set by SBA and are based on each applicant’s financial condition.

Interest does not begin to accrue until 12 months from the date of the initial disaster loan disbursement. SBA disaster loan repayment begins 12 months from the date of the first disbursement.

Missouri SBA ... Cont. to pg. 5