05-17-2023 Unionville Republican

Family Support Division

Launches Customer Portal to Help Missourians Manage Benefits Online

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Family Support Division (FSD) launched a new FSD Benefit Portal last week to help Missourians get immediate access to important updates about their benefits and submit information to FSD virtually any day, any time. At this time, the portal will focus on providing information to MO HealthNet participants about their annual renewal, with plans to allow Missourians to view and manage additional benefits in the future.

“We remain committed to doing everything we can to make sure anyone who is still eligible for MO HealthNet coverage can keep that coverage,” said Kim Evans, Family Support Division Director. “Part of this is updating our technology and improving our processes to allow our participants to man-

age their benefits safely and securely online. We are excited to officially launch the new benefit portal and look forward to providing Missourians with a virtual and efficient way to do business with the Family Support Division.”

Once a participant creates an account and signs in to the FSD Benefit Portal, they will be able to find when their MO HealthNet annual renewal is due. When it is time to complete their annual renewal, they will also be able to view, complete, and submit their annual renewal form through the portal, if a form is required. If an annual renewal form is not required, they will be able to view a notice to alert them that FSD successfully completed

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June 15 Application Cutoff for Organic Transition FY 2023 Funding

Columbia, MO, May 12, 2023 – The Missouri Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting applications for the Organic Transition Initiative (OTI) funding. Applications received through June 15, 2023, will be considered for funding in fiscal year (FY) 2023.

Funding for OTI supports conservation practices required for organic certification. The initiative will help build new and better markets and income streams, strengthen local and regional food systems and increase affordable food supply for more Americans, while promoting climate-smart agriculture and ensuring equity for all producers.

“NRCS can help producers develop a conser-

vation plan that meets their goals and can often help with financial assistance to implement elements of the conservation plan,” said State Resource Conservationist Selma Mascaro. “The organic transition period can be challenging for producers, and NRCS is here to help.”

NRCS is dedicating $70 million across the nation to assist producers with a new organic management standard under the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). Missouri will administer its allocated funds through financial and technical assistance to producers to address natural resource concerns. Higher

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Putnam County

Midwest Martial Arts Academy Successful at Pro-Mac Platinum Challenge

Jayln Collings: 1st Place – Beginner Female Traditional Weapons, 1st Place – Beginner Female Traditional Kata, 2nd Place – Female Continuous Fighting

Ansil Hale Jr.: 3rd Place – Youth Black Belt Fighting, 2nd Place –Youth Sword Fighting, 1st Place – Youth Traditional Weapons, 3rd Place – Youth Traditional Kata

Midwest Martial Arts Academy medalists at the Pro-Mac Platinum Challenge were (L to R): Jamie Jellison, Duane Spence, Jaylyn Collings, Ansil Hale, Jr. and Justin Simmons. Submitted by Sensei Justin Simmons

Submitted by Sensei Justin Simmons

Midwest Martial Arts Academy traveled to Sedalia, MO, April 29th to compete in the ProMac (Professional Martial Arts Conference),

Platinum Challenge. The challenge hosted approximately 250 competitors. Midwest Martial Arts Competitors placed as follows:

Jamie Jellison: 1st Place – Beginner Men’s

Traditional Weapons, 2nd Place – Beginner

Men’s Traditional Kata, 1st Place – Men’s Beginner Fighting

Duane Spence: 2nd Place – Men’s Black Belt Fighting

Justin Simmons: 2nd Place – Men’s Black Belt Traditional Kata, 1st Place – Men’s Sword Fighting, 1st Place –Men’s Black Belt Single Elim Fighting, 1st Place – Men’s Black Belt Double Elim Fighting Great job to the competitors as they will be traveling May 20th to compete in the Silver Sun Showdown in St. Louis, MO, and then preparing for the The Forge – National Karate Championships in Alabama.

Gov. Parson Announces Launch of Mobile App for Schools to Rapidly Alert Responders and School Staff to Emergencies

(JEFFERSON CITY, MO) – On May 10, Governor Mike Parson announced that public and charter schools in Missouri can begin signing up to utilize a new state-funded mobile emergency alerting app that allows teachers and others to rapidly alert school staff and first responders to emergency situations. The alert app will be available free to schools and users.

“We want all students across Missouri to have the opportunity to learn in safe and se-

cure schools,” Governor Parson said. “That’s why our administration included funding for this school safety app. It puts a simple to use silent alerting app into the hands of teachers and school personnel, so they can get word out of an intruder or other emergency. We will continue to advance school safety and the ability to quickly respond to threats to Missouri’s students and educators.”

The Missouri Department of Public Safety has funding available

for an emergency alert app to be available for public and charter schools across the state.

Last month, Missouri contracted with Raptor Technologies to provide what is referred to as a silent panic alerting system.

Utilizing technology that schools already have in place, the app expedites and streamlines emergency response by allowing teachers and other school staff to Parsons ...

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Journal Notes

Due to the Memorial Day Holiday all ad’s & articles for the Unionville Republican & Overland Courier needs to be in by Thursday May 25, 2023 at Noon.

Weather Warning Siren Test

Weather Warning Siren will be tested May 19th for 2 minutes between 9:00 and 9:15. Testing is weather permitting.

TheShepherd’sCall

by Dr. H. Wade Paris

For Mother’s Day, she asked for a bicycle to ride with her young daughter. However, on the Wednesday before Mother’s Day, he arrived with a barbecue grill.

“That’s not a bicycle,” she said in disbelief.

“I know,” he answered, “but it is nearly summer, and we need a grill.”

“Oh, goody,” she answered sarcastically. “We need a chandelier in the dining room, and that’s what I will get you for Father’s Day.”

On Saturday, he came home with a bicycle. Thank God for second chances.

Peter promised Jesus, he would never forsake Him. Indeed, if it meant fighting with spears and swords, Peter was ready. He brandished a sword when the soldiers came to arrest Jesus. Still, when it came to accepting Jesus’ way of doing things, Peter was not ready. Three times he denied even knowing Him.

Days later, Jesus met with Peter beside the Sea of Galilee. After a

brief commitment check, Jesus sent Peter out to finish the assignment he had accepted when Jesus called him. In the call to Peter, Jesus said, “I will make you a fisher of men.” Now Jesus said, “Feed my sheep.” Thank God for second chances.

David, the respected King of Judah, messed up big time. The young man who once trusted God enough to face the giant Goliath; the boy, who with God’s help faced lions and other animals to protect his sheep, became an adulterer, a murderer, and a liar. Yet, he could later pray, “Wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.” And God did it. Thank God for second chances.

I promised God I would spend thirty minutes a day in prayer with Him first thing every morning. For a time, I did it. Then, something came up, and I forgot. This happened not just once but multiple times. When at last I got back to my promise, God was still there. Thank you, God, for second chances.

Bondy Named to Columbia College Dean’s List

COLUMBIA, Mo. (May 11, 2023) - Columbia College recently announced its dean’s list for the Spring 2023 semester (January-April 2023). To be named to the dean’s list, a student must have completed 12 semester hours in a 16-week period and achieved a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0-point scale.

Among those named to the dean’s list is Vanessa Bondy of Unionville, who attended Day Campus - Columbia, MO.

Founded in 1851 in Columbia, Missouri, Columbia College has been

helping students advance their lives through higher education for more than 170 years. As a private, nonprofit institution, the college takes pride in its small classes, experienced faculty and quality educational programs. With more than 40 locations across the country, including 23 on military installations, students can enroll in Day, Evening or Online classes. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Columbia College has more than 97,000 alumni worldwide. For more information, visit ccis.edu.

Linder Graduated with Honors at the Missouri Valley College 2023 Commencement

MARSHALL, MO (05/10/2023)-- Koby Russell Linder of Green Castle, Missouri graduated with honors Saturday, May 6, during the commencement ceremony at Missouri Valley College. Linder earned a bachelors degree in Management - Sports Management.

Missouri Valley College conferred 218 degrees during the ceremony at Gregg-Mitchell

Phone: 660-947-3535

Thursday, May 18

Ryan Crawford, Linda

Eckhoff, Sharon Parks, Kelsy Shiltz, Heather Anders

Friday, May 19

David Noel, Josh Rennells, Rick Perkins, Sandra Stottlemyre

Saturday, May 20

Ben Eckhoff, Matt Myers, Shawn Webb, Mary Parker

Sunday, May 21

Shelly Crosby, Delaney Munden, Finis

Watt, John Berry

Monday, May 22

Jonathan Harlan, Debbie Hamilton, Stephanie Salisbury, Larry Opperman, Ciarra Gillis

Tuesday, May 23 Willis Dickerson, Darin Jones, Ray Myers, Rebecca Garr, Jerry Carlson, Casey Cossolotto, Kloey May Pearson

Wednesday, May 24 Michelle Butler, Hannah Arrequin, Lola Parrish

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.

master interdisciplinary skills needed to succeed in a knowledge-based global society. MVC offers over 30 academic programs, study abroad program, extracurricular activities, and a wide variety of sports. The most popular majors include

education and business, criminal justice and exercise science. Above all, Valley is committed to student success. For more information, call (660) 831-4000 or visit www.moval.edu.

109 South 16th St. Unionville, MO

Field. President-Elect, Dr. Joseph A. Parisi, gave the commencement address.

About Missouri Valley College

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Playday

Kevin Collins

I am not sure what it is called today, but the day I looked forward to most in elementary school was playday towards the end of the school year. I enjoyed

the school carnival in the fall and all the holiday celebrations but I enjoyed most when we gathered in the oblong bowl-shaped area just below the elementary building and ran and jumped and just had a great time all day. Hope this year’s kids had a good time, too.

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Slaw, Hushpuppies, Baked Beans, Fruit Crisp

Friday, May 19

Buffet, Oven Fried

Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit and Desserts

Monday, May 22

Pork Fritter, Potato Cakes, Hully Beans,

Fresh Fruit

Tuesday, May 23

Chicken & Dumplings, Mashed Potatoes, California Blend Vegetables, Brownies

Wednesday, May 24

Salad Bar, Lasagna, 1 C. Spinach Salad, Carrots, Bread Sticks, Mandarin Orange Cake

My Side

By Karen Bradshaw, Editor

Oops, space got tight this week and some items had to be held over. Be sure and check out next week’s issue for updates on baseball including all-conference and all-

state academic nods, as well as state track results. Congratulations, graduates! Go forth, dream big and achieve! Have a great week.

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2023 FFA Chapter Banquet Held

Well, ladies and gentlemen, it’s that time of the year. The 2022-2023 FFA Banquet was held on May 3 to recognize the hard work of this year’s members and Alumni, offer a farewell to senior members, and install this year’s incoming officer team. To start the night off, ‘22-’23 President Chase Simmons welcomed guests and members to a meal prepared by Tammy Head, meat donated by Smithfield in Milan, and Chaplain Jacob Daniel

did the Invocation. As people entered the Banquet Hall, the gymnasium, they were greeted by a new addition to the usual program. Officers opened up Banquet partnered up to walk-in songs and special handshakes. President Chase Simmons called the meeting hall to order and opening ceremonies were held, 213 members and guests were present. The program was read as follows:

Special Guests: Dr.Halley, Michelle

Cunningham, Tammy Head, Brad Ream

Proficiency Awards: Adeline Dickerson, Kennedee Beals, Chase Simmons

Contests Awards: Creed-Tayla Turer (6th at State), Fall Speaking-Elijah Jarman, Bowdy Wood, Tayla Turner, Loralei Fisher (Alternate to State), Mason Morris, Brock Munden, Case Preston, Maddi Beals, Dylan Hamilton, Spring Speeches-Loralei Fisher, Bowdy Wood (top 16 at State), Dylan Hamilton,

Employment SkillsCase Preston, Emma Whitlock (2nd at Area), Knowledge-Elijah Jarman, Nick Roberts, Calvin Ruiz, Agronomy-Case Preston, Bailey Dively, Traylen Brundage, Dairy Cattle-Bailey Foster (10th High Individual at Districts), Jazmyne Rhoads, Kiya Ferdig, Dairy FoodsHoyt Halley (3rd High Individual at Districts), Bentley McCormack, Daxton Smith, Brody Hurley, Horses (Alternate to State)-Emma Whitock (15th High Individual at Districts), Tayla Turner, Sam Blanchard, Jocelyn Valentine, Livestock- Trinity Alexander, Dylan Hamilton, Maddi Beals, Entomology-Dayton Dunaham, Ivyl Graham, Albany Wood, Eli Brown.

State Convention

Delegates: Tayla Turner, Bowdy Wood Trapshooting: A Team-Henry Sivetts, Wyatt Homan, Kooper Hornaday, Case Preston, David Ray. B Team-Elijah Jarman, Brock Munden, Brody Hurley, Dayton Dunham, Wyatt Jarvis, Ivyl Graham, Gabe Garber, Nathan Leach, Jonathan Foster, Ashttenm Campbell, Jude Pittman, Sam Blanchard

Scholarship Awards: Freshman-Hoyt Halley, Brody Hurley, Elijah Jarman, Alivia Rhoades, Nick Roberts, Tayla Turner, Bowdy Wood Sophmores-Maddi Beals, Eli Brown, Gretchen Dickerson, Gideon Jones, Jenna Knowles, Mason Morris, Brock Munden, Albany Wood Juniors-Emma Dodsworth, Trace Halley, Dylan Hamilton,

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Jude Watt Seniors-Silvia Brown, Cora Hartwig, Kloey Pearson, Chase Simmons

Leadership Award: Freshman-Tayla Turner, Bowdy Wood, Loralei Fisher, Elijah Jarman, Traylen Brundage

Sophmores-Case Preston, Maddi Beals, Trinity Alexander Juniors-Emma Whitlock, Dylan Hamilton Seniors-Chase Simmons, Chase Tomlin, Cora Hartwig, Kloey Pearson, Adeline Dickerson

Community Service Award: Freshman-Traylen Brundage, Brody Hurley, Elijah Jarman, Bentley McCormack, Calvin Ruiz, Tayla Turner, Bowdy Wood Sophmores-Jenna Knowles, Albany Wood Juniors-Jude Watt Seniors-Chase Simmons, Chase Tomlin.

Star Greenhand-Tayla Turner

Star Chapter Farmer: Kennedee Beals

Chapter Star in Placement: Chase Simmons

Chapter Star in AgriBusiness: Emma Whitlock Chapter Star in

AgriScience: Cora Hartwig

AgriScience Fair: Plant Science Systems-Hilary Shahan

Social Science Systems-Alivia Rhoades

Animal Science Systems-Emma Dodsworth

Power&Technical Systems-Elijah Jarman

State Degrees: Kennedee Beals, Adeline Dickerson, Chase Tomlin, Emma Whitlock

GROWTH Award: Trinity Alexander

Future in Education: Hilary Shahan

Chapter Workhorse: Johnathan Foster

Brighter Days

Award: Emma Dodsworth

Excellence in Communnication: Emma Whitlock

Top Shop Hand: Trey O’Reilly Blue and Gold

Award: Katelyn Haines

Honorary Degree: Kristy Blanchard and Family

Alumni Scholarship: Ivyl Graham Chapter FFA Scholarship: Kennedee Beals, Chase Simmons

DeKalb Award: Chase Simmons

Retiring Officer Gifts

Followed by Retiring Speeches

New Officer Installation: Jacob Daniel-Chaplin, Tayla Turner & Jude Watt-Student Advisors, Bowdy Wood-Historian, Hoyt Halley & Walter Hartwig-Sentinel, Traylen Brundage-Reporter, Trinity Alexander & Elijah Jarman-Treasurer, Maddi Beals-Secretary, Case Preston- 2nd Vice President, Dylan Hamilton-1st Vice President, Emma Whitlock-President

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Before the conclusion of the evening, Emma Whitlock asked all senior members to retire their jackets to a person who has impacted them throughout their four years in the Blue Corduroy or someone that they believe will have a bright future in our organization. To all of our senior members, may these past four years have taught you countless lessons and brought you many memories. Thank you to all members and guest who came, we hope this past year has brought you many memories! Special thanks to Tammy Head once again for making a tremendous meal. To the newly installed officers, may you work hard to continuously improve our chapter and encourage our members to be prosperous throughout the next year. And lastly, to our Retiring Officers, thank you for all of your hard work in both your own jacket and that of our area organization. May you be diligent in your labor, just in your dealings, courteous to everyone, and above all, honest and fair in the game of life.

Respectfully submitted,

Emma Whitlock

Putnam Co. FFA President

The PC R-I FFA 2023-2024 Officers were installed at the chapter banquet. Pictured (L to R): Elijah Jarman, Hoyt Halley, Walter Hartwig, Dylan Hamilton, Bowdy Wood, Tayla Turner, Emma Whitlock, Traylen Brundage, Case Preston, Trinity Alexander, Maddi Beals, Jacob Daniel. Not pictured: Jude Watt Photo credit: Cassie Cowles, FFA Advisor

Obituaries

Tommy Ludington

was outgoing and friendly to all he met.

Celebration of Life

Jerry Hatfield

district-wide training. The company encourages districts interested in utilizing the app to contact Raptor to begin the enrollment process.

Tommy Ludington, 71, of Powersville, Missouri, died in an accident at his home on Thursday, May 4, 2023.

Thomas Glen Ludington was born in Sewal, Iowa, on March 23, 1952, the son of Robert James and Erma (Gatrel) Ludington. He attended school in Sewal and graduated from Seymour (Iowa) High School. Tommy began driving a truck at the age of 16 and continued driving until his death. He owned and operated his own truck and drove out of Brookfield Fab for many years. He was a popular driver among his peers and had friends across the United States. Tommy often drove to the east coast every week. Tommy never met a stranger and

Tommy married Robbie Fuller in Newton, Iowa, on September 23, 1983. He liked to collect old semi-trucks and old cars, working to restore them along with his brother Bobby. He liked to fish and had recently purchased an RV to travel. He was always happy and considered a good man by all who knew him. He will be sadly missed.

Tommy is survived by his wife Robbie; and his children, Michael Ludington, and Anthony Pearson of Powersville, Missouri; and a daughter, Brandy Pearson of Hannibal, Missouri. He is also survived by six grandchildren and his mother Erma Ludington of Sewal, Iowa, as well as brother, Logan Ludington also of Sewal.

Tommy was preceded in death by his father Robert, and his brother, Bobby.

Tommy’s wish was to be cremated. Services are pending. Contact Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home in Unionville at 660)9472200 for more information.

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A Celebration of Life for Jerry Hatfield, 81, of Centerville, Iowa, will be at Omaha Baptist Church on Saturday, May 20, at 11:00 am. There will be no visitation. Inurnment will be at the McCune Cemetery. Memorials to the family. Contact Playle & Collins Family Funeral Home for more information, 660)9472200.

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quickly initiate an alert through their mobile device or computer. The silent alert works directly with 911 to provide critical information, such as location-based information and school campus maps, with first responders, law enforcement, and campus personnel – within seconds. Additionally, districts are able to schedule and manage their ongoing safety

drills using the Raptor software.

Missouri school districts may begin enrolling in the alerting program by going to www. raptortech.com/Missouri. Each district will have its own account that will link the alerts to selected area first responders. Raptor will conduct training for each district, beginning with pilot schools and then

This month, Governor Parson also announced 169 school districts and charter schools have received grants from the

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newly created School Safety Grant Program. The $20 million grant was part of Governor Parson’s Fiscal Year 2023 early supplemental budget request. Governor Parson’s Fiscal Year 2024 budget proposal includes an additional $50 million for the program.

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payment rates and other options are available for Historically Underserved producers, including socially disadvantaged, beginning, veteran and limited resource farmers and ranchers.

While applications are accepted year-round, applications submitted by June 15 will be considered for the next available funding. Applications received after June 15 will be considered during the next funding cycle. To apply, contact your local district conservationist by visiting Farmers.gov/service-locator.

OTI complements existing assistance for

organic producers, including FSA’s Organic Certification Cost Share Program, which helps producers obtain or renew their organic certification. Learn more about the national, multi-agency effort to coordinate a $300 million investment to support organic and transitioning producers.

For more information about NRCS programs and assistance, visit www.mo.nrcs.usda.gov or contact the NRCS service office serving your county. NRCS employees in county offices can provide more information about how to apply for benefits offered by NRCS.

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Missouri’s Third District

Danny Busick, State Representative

Budget Highway Projects

The legislature has finished the budget for the 2024 fiscal year that begins in July 2023. Infrastructure improvement is a big priority for Governor Parson. Therefore the legislature budgeted a lot state funds for state infrastructure. Our state highway system will be the beneficiary of billions of state dollars over the next few years.

$2.5 million for land purchase and preliminary work on Highway 63 bypass of Macon.

$2 million for land purchase and preliminary work on Highway 61 bypass of Hannibal. Both projects are very

important for Northeast Missouri and will improve travel in those regions of the state.

$100 million again this year for low volume roads. Many North Missouri roads are being resurfaced right now with the $100 million that was put in the 2023 budget. This will need to be continued for a couple more years to bring the condition of low volume MoDot roads back to a normal state.

$2.8 billion to rebuild I-70 into a 6 lane highway the entire width of the state. Many in District 3 may not think this will benefit them much.

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But it will result in additional gas tax revenues to all counties and cities.

With the surplus funds that exists in the state treasury. Infrastructure is a great way to use those funds. We have let our state highway system deteriorate greatly over the last few decades. It is time to rebuild it.

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

Secure Our Border

May 11, 2023

Dear Friend,

pouring into this country undetected while our Border Patrol agents are so overwhelmed.

Human traffickers and drug smugglers have also been exploiting the crisis. Over 14,000 pounds of fentanyl was seized at southern border last year—enough to kill almost half the world’s population. That’s just the tip of the iceberg. There’s still more fentanyl flooding across our border and into our communities.

laundry list of executive orders rolling back security at our border and halting construction of the border wall. Instead of listening to the pain of American families and communities, he’s doubled down and continued to push for more open border policies.

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We’ve spent over five billion dollars building more than 2,700 miles of wall—and no, not at our southern border. All along our nation’s highways, we’ve built noise abatement walls—20 to 30 feet tall in some cases. Protecting neighborhoods from highway noise might be worthwhile, but it isn’t a crisis. What’s happening at our southern border is a crisis.

There have been more than 5 million illegal border crossings since

President Biden took office and more than 1.3 million illegal immigrants have evaded apprehension at the border. That’s bad enough, but now, with Title 42 set to end at midnight, illegal border crossings are skyrocketing.

In the last 72 hours, there have been 26,382 apprehensions at the border. That’s more than one apprehension every 10 seconds. And those are just the crossings we know about—that doesn’t even begin to account for the number of illegal immigrants

How do we know that? Because we’ve all seen the devastating impacts of fentanyl use in our communities. More than 100,000 Americans died of drug overdoses last year and many of them overdosed on fentanyl and other synthetic opioids trafficked across our southern border. These aren’t just numbers; it’s friends taken from us too soon, children losing parents, and parents mourning the loss of children. No parent should have to bury their child because we don’t have the courage to secure our southern border.

Make no mistake, this crisis isn’t by mistake— it’s by design. On his first day in office, President Biden fired off a

Republicans in Congress aren’t going to sit by and let this happen. Today, we passed the Secure the Border Act, which resumes construction of the border wall, deploys new technology to the border, increases the number of Border Patrol agents, strengthens laws protecting unaccompanied minors from human traffickers, ends the catch and release of illegal immigrants, and ends the abuse of immigration authorities by the President. This is a commonsense solution every American should be able to get behind.

If we can afford to spend billions building thousands of miles of noise abatement walls along our highways, we can finish the wall and secure our border to protect our children and our communities. We can’t afford not to.

Sincerely, Sam Graves

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2023

May 19 ~ (Fri) 7pm Daniel Boling. Albuquerque, New Mexico

May 26 (Fri) Avery Grouws Band, Iowa (one of the midwests hottest acts)

June 7-10 ~ 7pm Old Time CountryMusic Festival at City Park

June 16 ~ (Fri) 7pm Daniel Nuehoff. Kentucky

June 22 ~ (Thurs) 7pm

Aspen Black, Virginia

June 23 ~ (Fri) 7pm Pierce Crask, Chicago via St. Louis

June 30 ~ (Fri) 7pm Camela Widad, Spring Green, WI

July 2 ~ (Sun) 2pm Good News Community ChoirIndependence Day Cantana

Midgets Punch Tickets to State at Sectionals

The 4x200M Relay team of Owen Ream, Jude Watt, Chase Tomlin and Blaine Perkins placed first with a time of 1:32.06 and advance to state.

The 4x400M Relay team of Jude Watt, Nico Lopez, Owen Ream and Avery Campbell-Johnson placed seventh (3:50.42).

The 4x800M Relay team of Jude Watt, Ethan Kaster, Owen Ream and Avery Campbell-Johnson, placed fifth (8:48.57)

.Jake Rouse placed first in the pole vault event and set a new school record of 4.34M (14’3”).

Well done, Midgets, and good luck at state!

Allise Perkins cleared the high jump bar with a jump of 1.52 placing second and winning the right to advance to state competition.

Several Putnam County track team members qualified for and competed in the Class 2 Sectional meet held at South Shelby on Saturday, May 13. In outstanding performances, many qualified to advance to state competition on May 1920 in Jefferson City.

In the 100M Dash, Traylen Brundage placed third (13.13) and Adeline Dickerson placed fourth (13.15), with both qualifying for state. Dickerson also qualified for state in the 200M Dash, placing fourth (13.15).

The 4x100M Relay team of Karley Seaton, Traylen Brundage, Jesslyn Knowles and Adeline Dickerson placed fifth (52.32).

The 4x200M Relay team of Karley Seaton,

Jenna Knowles, Loralei Fisher and Adeline Dickerson captured first (1:51.50) and advances to state.

Allise Perkins placed second in the High Jump (1.52) and will compete at state.

Blaine Perkins placed fourth in the 100M Dash (11.18) and advances to state.

In the 200M Dash, Blaine Perkins placed third (23.03) and Chase Tomlin placed fourth (23.11) with both qualifying for state.

The 4x100M Relay team of Nico Lopez, Chase Tomlin, Owen Ream and Blaine Perkins advanced to state by not only capturing first place with a time of 43.83, but breaking the old school record of 44.33.

a new school record.

school record of 43.83, beating the old record of 44.33.

(Above) Jake Rouse flies over the bar in the pole vault event. Rouse captured first place with a vault of 4.34m (14’ 3”) and set

(Right) Nico Lopez (L) hands off to Chase Tomlin (R) in the 100M Relay. The team, which included Owen Ream and Blaine Perkins, placed first and set a new

Karley Seaton (L) hands off to Traylen Brundage (R) in the 4x100M Relay. The team, which included Jesslyn Knowles and Adeline Dickerson, placed fifth with a time of 52.32.

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Hunter Andersen

Son of Melissae Andersen

Hunter plans to attend State Tech.

Congratulations from Kennedee Beals

Associate Circuit Court Judge

Anthony Horvath

Daughter of Justin and Angela Beals

Kennedee plans to attend Kirkwood Community College cheering on the Eagles as part of the dance team and earn an associates in nursing.

Congratulations from Danny Gilworth Rentals

Jenna Bradshaw

Daughter of Shannon and Sarah Bradshaw

Jenna plans to attend college and earn BS in Business and Finance and pursue a career as a real estate appraiser.

Congratulations from

Silvia Brown

Daughter of Chris and Mandi Brown

Silvia plans to attend Univ. of

Missouri, Columbia and earn a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resource Science and Management

Congratulations from Playle & Collins Family

Funeral Home

Kami Day

Daughter of Kevin and Misty Day

Kami plans to be a Vet Tech

Congratulations from Unionville Livestock Market

Cattleman’s Cafe

Graduation is Sunday, May 21, 2:00 pm in the Putnam County High School Gymnasium.

Doors open at 12:30 pm.

2023 Graduates:

Hunter Andersen

Kennedee Beals

Jenna Bradshaw

Silvia Brown

Kami Day

Michael DeKoning

Adeline Dickerson

Dayton Dunham

Gage Duvall

Ivy Foster

Gabe Garber

Matthew Gibson

Makayla Gilbert

Tessa Gillis

Hunter Grabill

Ivyl Graham

Cora Hartwig

Lucas Hendee

Alex Head

Caden Hill

Kalyn Hinkle

Tammi Jellison

Favian Jones

John Jones

Vicent Jones

Ethan Kaster

Carleigh Kauzlarich

Graydon Knight

Jesslyn Knowles

Nico Lopez

Alexia Myberry

Brayden McReynolds

Chase Mikels

Ryder Morgan

Josh Myers

Trey O’Reilly

Kloey Pearson

Blaine Perkins

Jude Pittman

Taylor Powell

Jake Rouse

Logan Rowland

Aiden Ryals

Terrylynn Sessions

Hillary Shahan

Chase Simmons

Amy Stottlemyre

Chase Tomlin

Braden Umbach

Ashtyn Veach

Shaylee Venable

Brayden Walter

Makenna Webb

Caley Williams

Kerbee Willier

Michael DeKoning

Son of Mark DeKoning and Chrisy DeKoning

Michael plans to go enter the work force

Congratulations from Dayton Dunham

Son of Kris and Ashley Ingersoll

Dayton plans to attend Grand River Tech for Building Trades

Congratulations from Ivy Foster

Daughter of Lana Burley

Ivy plans to enter the work force

Congratulations from Hart Abstract & Title LLC PC Mini-Storage

Matthew Gibson

Son of Kristina Kline and Jerry Gibson

Matthew plans to become a therapist.

Congratulations from

Tessa Gillis

Daughter of Josh and Chrissy Gillis

Tessa’s plans to attend NCMC for general educ. then transfer to MWSU and major in Criminal Justice

Congratulations from

Putnam County Assessor

Chrissy Gillis

Adeline Dickerson

Daughter of Josh and Melody Dickerson

Adeline plans to attend Missouri Valley and study Ag Business with an athletic scholarship for track.

Congratulations from

Unionville Veterinary Clinic

Gage Duvall

Son of Arron DuVall

Gage plans to obtain his insurance license and work in his father’s insurance office.

Congratulations from Gabe Garber

Son of Andrew Garber and Tina Garber

Gabe has enlisted in the U.S. Army

Congratulations from Sam’s Auto Specialties

Makayla Gilbert

Daughter of Shaina Gilbert, Sean Biller and Keven Perkins

Makayla plans to attend Northwest University and pursue elementary education.

Congratulations from Hunter Grabill

Son of Brad and Lorena Grabill

Hunter plans to attend State Tech in Linn, MO, and pursue an associates degree in Applied Science with a major in Welding Technologies

Congratulations from

Ivyl Graham

Son of Leif and Andrea Graham

Ivyl’s plans to attend tech school for carpentry and to start his own business.

Congratulations from Lucas Hendee

Son of Larry and Megan Hendee

Lucas plans to attend State Tech in Linn, MO, for HVAC and Electrical

Congratulations from Caden Hill

Son of Jason and Nikki Hill

Caden plans to enter the workforce.

Congratulations from

Tammi Jellison

Daughter of Derrel and Amy Jellison

Tammi plans to attend school to become a nurse.

Congratulations from John Jones

Putnam County Care Center

Son of Jeremy and Melissa Jones

John plans to attend State Tech in Linn, MO, for Fiber Optic and become a lineman

Congratulations from

Cora Hartwig

Daughter of Danny and Ami Hartwig

Cora plans to attend University of MO to pursue a degree in Speech Language Pathology

Congratulations from Alex Head

Son of George and Shawna Head

Alex plans to enter the workforce.

Congratulations from Alamo Motel & Square View Inn

Kalyn Hinkle

Daughter of Brad and Brenda Hinkle

Kalyn plans to work at Happy Hearts this summer then go for training to become an ophthalmologist

Congratulations from Happy Hearts Daycare & Doolin Plumbing

Favian Jones

Son of Daniel and Tabitha Jones

Favian plans to attend Indian Hills Community College.

Congratulations from Sam’s Auto Specialties

Vincent Jones

Son of Tim and Sarah Jones

Vincent plans to attend Truman State University.

Congratulations from Unionville

Ethan Kaster

Son of Doug Kaster

Ethan plans to attend State Tech in Linn, MO, for Electrical Technology

Congratulations from Garrett Law Office

Jim Garrett, attorney

Graydon Knight

Son of Brian and Becky Knight

Graydon plans to earn an

Associates Degree in Building Trades and join an apprenticeship in construction

Congratulations from

Putnam County Treasurer

Jennifer Heidenwith

Nico Lopez

Son of Jorge Lopez and Lucy Orozco

Nico plans to attend State Tech in Linn, MO, for Digital Marketing

Congratulations from McCormack’s Service

Mike McCormack, owner

Brayden

McReynolds

Son of Brian and Kristen McReynolds

Brayden plans to attend William Woods University and play baseball

Congratulations from Ryder Morgan

Putnam County Recorder of Deeds

Dottsie Wood

Son of Justin Morgan and Angela Morgan

Ryder plans to be a cattleman and build a hog barn and obtain a CDL to haul cattle

Congratulations from

Carleigh Kauzlarich

Daughter of Megan Finch

Hines and Jason Kauzlarich

Carleigh plans to attend IHCC and become an elementary teacher

Congratulations from

Sands Septic Pumping & Skidloader Service

Randy Sands

Jesslyn Knowles

Daughter of Mary Brummer and Jesse Knowles

Jesslyn’s plans are undecided

Congratulations from

Alexia Mayberry

Daughter of Tony and Lisa Mayberry

Alexia plans to attend MACC to earn an Associates in Nursing,

Congratulations from

Chase Mikels

Son of David and Shay Mikels

Chase plans to enter the workforce

Congratulations from Putnam County Monument

Howard Luscan

Josh Myers

Son of Chris and Mui Myers

Josh plans to attend Lindenwood University to study Computer Science and get a job in Software Development

Morgan Tree Service

Justin Morgan

Congratulations from

Trey O’Reilly

Son of Roger and Angie O’Reilly

Trey plans to farm and drive a truck

Congratulations from

Blaine Perkins

Son of Chrystal Perkins and David Perkins Blaine plans to study Physical Education and play football at UW-Pratteville

Congratulations from

Unionville

Taylor Powell

Daughter of Bryan and Melissa Powell Taylor plans to attend Univ. of Missouri studying pre-medi-

cine and minoring in psychology. Then attend medical school specializing in geriatrics

Congratulations from

Logan Rowland

Son of Wes and Mary Rowland

Logan plans to attend IHCC for Industrial Maintenance

Congratulations from

Terrylynn Sessions

Daughter of Bridgett Medina and Terrance Sessions

Terrylynn plans to work with hair and makeup

Congratulations from

Kloey Pearson

Daughter of Josh and Lori Pearson

Kloey plans to attend MACC for Gen Ed using A+ and transfer to IHCC to get a degree in Dental Hygiene.

Congratulations from

Unionville Auto Parts

Jude Pittman

Son of Patrick Pittman

Jude plans to attend college for a Technology Engineering degree

Congratulations from

Putnam County Medical Clinic

Dr. Dawn Anne Fairley

Jake Rouse

Son of Heather Davis and Derek Rouse

Jake plans to attend Clarke University and study Business Finance while running on their Track & Field team

Congratulations from

Aiden Ryals

Son of Chris and Debra Ryals

Aiden plans to attend State Tech in Linn, MO, and earn a degree in Computer Application Development

Congratulations from Hillary

Shahan

Daughter of David and Lisa Shahan

Hillary plans to work in Real Estate

Congratulations from

Unionville

Nick Miller, Owner

Chase Simmons

Son of Charlie and Kris Simmons

Chase plans to attend State Technical College of MO and earn an Associates in Electrical Distribution Systems

Congratulations from

CR Simmons Trucking

Charlie & Kris Simmons

Chase Tomlin

Son of Mike and Barb Tomlin

Chase plans to attend NCMC and use A+ to pursue a career in nursing.

Congratulations from

Putnam County MFA Exchange

& Elevator

Ashtyn Veach

Daughter of Sherri Veach

Ashtyn plans to enter the work force

Congratulations from

Perkins Land Company

Brayden Walter

Son of Bryan and Beth Walter

Brayden plans to become a physical therapist.

Congratulations from

Caley Williams

Daughter of Rebecca McCree and David Williams Jr.

Caley plans to attend Northwest in Maryville and major in Accounting/Business

Congratulations from Dave’s Tire Shop

Amy Stottlemyre

Daughter of Rod Stottlemyre and John and Betsy Cook

Amy plans to attend nursing school

Congratulations from Casady-Luscan

Funeral Solutions

Braden Umbach

Son of Christopher and Heather Umback

Braden plans to attend State Tech in Linn, MO, and get a certificate in Welding Technology

Congratulations from

MO

Shaylee Venable

Daughter of John and Carissa Carter

Shaylee plans to pursue a career as a dental assistant.

Congratulations from Makenna

Unionville

Webb

Daughter of Peggy Webb and Ryan Dover

Makenna plans to use A+ to attend MACC and earn an

Congratulations from

Kerbee Willier

Daughter of Laura and Rusty Sands and Jerrod and Jill Willier

Kerbee plans to attend the Univ

associates in elementary ed and then transfer to a University for BS of MO in Columbia and pursue a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and become a chemist.

Congratulations from Laura the Tax Lady & Sands Auction

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Annual Meeting at the cemetery Mon., May 29, 2023 @ 3PM

If interested in the upkeep of the cemetery please plan to attend.

Donations may be sent to: Mitchell Cemetery c/o Evelyn Griggs, Treasurer 14064 State Hwy YY, Unionville, MO 63565

Thanks for all the memorials and donations - this is how it is maintained

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Jenna Knowles (L) cheers on Loralei Fisher (R) after the hand off in the 4x200M Relay. The team, which included Karley Seaton and Adeline Dickerson, placed first with a time of 1:51.50

Ethan Kaster rounds the turn on his leg of the 4x800M Relay. The team, which included Jude Watt, Owen Ream and Avery-Campbell Johnson, placed fifth with a time of (8:48.57)/

Traylen Brundage (L) and Adeline Dickerson (R) placed third (13.13) and fourth (13.15) respectively in the 100M Dash.

It’s all about the hand off. (Above) Jude Watt hands off to Chase Tomlin. (Below) Avery Campbell-Johnson completes the hand off to Owen Ream.

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SPRING AND SUMMER EVENTS

IN THE THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT OF

PUTNAM

COUNTY, MISSOURI

Judge or Division: MATTHEW KROHN

IN RE THE ADOPTION OF CBFS

Date of birth January 7, 2012 Case No. 23AJ-JU00009)

DRM and JM, ) Petitioner ) vs. ) STEVEN THOMAS

Natural Father, ) Respondent )

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

STATE OF MISSOURI

TO: STEVEN THOMAS, ADDRESS UNKNOWN.

You are notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of PUTNAM COUNTY, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is pending guardianship-conservatorship and/or secure a Decree of Adoption for your child and to change her name.

The names of all parties in this action are stated in the caption above and the name and address of the attorney for petitioners is Leslie J. Silvernail, 803 South Baltimore Street, Kirksville, MO 63501 . You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or otherwise appear and defend against this action within 45 days after MAY 10, 2023, judgment by default will be entered against you.

It is ordered that a copy hereof by published according to law in the UNIONVILLE REPUBLICAN, a newspaper of general circulation published in Putnam County, Missouri. To be published on the following dates: May 10; May 17; May 23; May 30. To be published on the following dates: May 10; May 17; May 23; May 30.

May 3,2023

/s/Mitzi Shipley, Deputy Clerk

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their annual renewal and their coverage will continue.

In addition to providing information through the new FSD Benefit Portal, the Family Support Division will send important information about annual renewals, including a yellow annual renewal form (if required) to participants by mail. If an annual renewal form is required, individuals will need to complete, sign and return it to FSD before the deadline in their letter. There are many ways to submit an annual renewal on time, including:

· Online through the FSD Benefit Portal

· By mail to the address provided

· In-person at a local resource center

· By phone (call 855373-4636 and select the MO HealthNet option)

North Central Missouri Regional Water Commission is seeking applications for full-time or part-time operator positions at the NCMRWC water plant. Full-time preferred. Licensed individuals will be given preference, but all applications will be considered. Applicants without a license will be required to obtain a “D” level Water Treatment license and a Distribution System 1 level Water Distribution license within 12 months of employment date. NCMRWC will assist in paying for classes.

Employees will eventually perform all aspects of the water treatment process and become familiar with all other operational systems including pumping stations and distribution system. Job duties will consist of, but not limited to, sampling, testing, record keeping, evaluating water quality issues, aid to other operators, standardization and calibration of lab equipment, cleaning, and general maintenance.

Applicants must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. on a regular basis. Employees will report directly to the operations manager. NCMRWC provides a full benefit package for full-time employees. Pay scale commensurate with qualifications. Parties interested in the position may call 660-265-3807 and ask for Lawrence Allen or may call 660-2654448 to obtain an application form. Resumes welcome.

NCMRWC is an equal opportunity employer.

To create an account with the FSD Benefit Portal, simply visit myDSS.mo.gov and select “Create Your Account.” For more information about how to create an account, Missourians can follow this step-by-step video tutorial.

FSD is federally required to check the eligibility of all MO HealthNet (Missouri Medicaid) participants every year through an annual renewal. This process was suspended due to the federal public health emergency, but the federal government announced late last year that states would be required to resume verifying eligibility as of April 1, 2023. Detailed information about the annual renewal process in Missouri is available at myDSS.mo.gov/renew.

The mission of the Department of Social Services is to empower Missourians to live safe, healthy, and productive lives.

Now that our weather has turned, there are some events and things that have recently started or are coming up that I thought I would address today in this article.

The “Market on the Square” began on May the 6th to a busy opening and if you missed it, you missed a lot. There was asparagus, plants, baked goods, eggs and many other early spring items with more on the way every week. In addition to those, the market has crafts, clothing, soap, woodworking, collectibles and other handicrafts.

The market in Unionville runs every Saturday from now until the end of October from 7 to 11 am or when items are gone. There are farmer’s markets in other counties also. I hope you will support the market and the local growers that help our economy.

Another event coming up for 4-H and FFA members is the weighin on Sunday, June 11 from 2 to 4 pm. You must bring your animals in if you need them nose printed on that day. The swine, sheep and goats will all be done as they come in so no specific time for each species as was the case in the past. I will plan to remind you

again in future articles. Since it is spring and summer that means fairs are coming up quicker than you think. The Sullivan County Fair in Milan is one of the first ones and is scheduled for June 29 to July 9. You can contact the extension office there (265-4541) for more information on specific show times, etc. The Northeast Missouri Fair (NEMO) fair in coming up in Kirksville on July 18 to the 22nd. Their website, NEMO FAIR in Kirksville, Mo, has much more information. Finally, the Lucerne Stock Show will run from August 2 to the 5th with the livestock shows on the 2nd to the 4th. More information on that will come later. I know several of you like to get things on your calendars or take time off to see your kids show so I will continue to keep you informed.

REMINDER

If you have a weed, disease or insect in your garden you need help with, contact Jennifer Schutter at schutterjl@ missouri.edu. Please send clear pictures of the issue or problem .as that helps her. If you have field problems, contact Valerie Tate at tatev@ umsystem.edu. You can call the office (9472705) too.

Chase Tomlin (L) and Blaine Perkins (R) push for the finish line in the 200M Dash at Sectionals

Daniel Boling Appears at The Bixler 108 Listening Room on Friday, May 19

together on the porch in the evenings and made their own music? In addition to being entertaining, songs carried the news and kept traditions alive. During his performances Daniel Boling will return you to that place and the early radio

days with songs from the 30s, 40s and 50s ranging from folk, gospel, country to pop. You will recognize songs from Wood Guthrie, Pete Seeger, the Carter Family and lots of others that you love. Daniel’s own songs carry on that tradition. And

Ellen will join in for some duets.

Daniel and Ellen Boling will be live at The Bixler 108 Listening Room in Unionville, Mo on Friday, May 19, 2023. Show time is 7 pm. Located on the West side of the Unionville square,

there is never an admission fee at the Bixler, but donations are encouraged and appreciated. Your generosity makes it possible to continue to bring musicians like Daniel Boling to Unionville.

Treasurers of the Putnam County Cemeteries

Where to send your money to for Memorial Day and upkeep expenses

Unionville Cemetery –Sheryl Riley, PO Box 4, Unionville, Missouri 63565 St Mary’s Catholic CemeteryJoe Koenen, 805 Union St, Unionville Missouri 63565

Balladeer and songwriter Daniel Boling will be the featured performer at The Bixler 108 Listening Room on Friday, May 19. Submitted by Tom Keedy

Submitted by Tom Keedy

Daniel Boling refers to himself as a “balladeer/songwriter”. Actually, this former National Park Ranger and criminal investigator is much more than that. He is a very talented and award-winning songwriter whose songs are filled with sweet imagery and infallible word craft. Here is what some of the other artists have to say about Daniel: “One of the most talented songwriters on the circuit”; “One of my favorite songwriters” (Tim Henderson, legendary Texas songwriter); “That’s not just songwriting-that’s composition” (Tom Paxton).

His live performances, filled with his energy and charm, are equally compelling. Winner of the Kerrville New Folk contest, the Woody Guthrie Folk Festival and many others, Boling’s songs and stories share experiences from a life welllived in three countries and seven states that have been captivating audiences in the U. S. and Europe in over 100 shows each year.

In addition to his tours with his wife, Ellen, Boling is a member of the iconic 1960s folk trio The Limelighters, that frequently perform with The Brothers Four and The Kingston Trio.

Remember when family and friends still got

Coffrin CemeteryJudy Robinson, %Circle R Motel, Hwy 136 Unionville, Mo. 63565

Cullor CemeteryWillie Cullor, 19861 St Hwy EE, Lucerne, Mo. 64655 Crumpacker CemeteryClaudia McCarthy 27986 200th Ave Cincinnati, Iowa 52549

Lemons CemeteryRanae Klinginsmith Shields, 23769 St Hwy 5, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Howard CemeteryJack McClure, 7775 Chez La Terre Dr, Smithville, Mo.64089

Lucerne CemeteryMildred Rhoades, 30405 St Hwy KK, Lucerne, Mo. 63565

Busby CemeteryLinda Tucker, 22221 St Hwy 139, Newtown, Mo. 64667

Powersville CemeteryJ. H. Doman, 24106 Arrow Wood Ct, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Trowbridge Cemetery –Jack Dunkin, 611 S. West St, Green City, Mo. 63545

Wyreka CemeteryBarbara Warren, 910 E. Adams St., Apt 2B Washington, IA 52353

West Liberty CemeteryMarty Brundage, 15570 St Hwy 5, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Union Church CemeteryJudy Robinson, 122 N 27th St. Unionville, Mo. 63565

Torrey CemeteryMachelle Rinehart, 25284 Hawthorn Trail, Unionville, Mo. 63565 St John (West) CemeteryGary Godfrey, 31907 St Hwy F, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Sprigg CemeteryJolene Grindstaff, 131 Oak St, Galt, Mo. 64641

Old Baptist CemeteryJoyce Miller, 20968 Hwy OO, Milan, Mo. 63556

Hartford CemeterySandy Smith 18278 St. Hwy YY Unionville, Mo. 63565

Hatfield CemeteryRena Stiles, 29305 Mocking Bird Hill Lane, Laplata, Mo. 63549

Hogg CemeteryLouie Dean Casady, 21336 St Hwy FF, Worthington, Mo. 63561

Lipp CemeteryDonna Cooley, 210 S. U S. Hwy 63, Greentop, Mo. 63546

Lone Pine CemeteryJohn Gillum, PO Box 1068 Kirksville MO 63501

Martinstown CemeteryMarla Fernandez, 16787 St Hwy 149, Livonia, Mo. 63551

Pleasant Home CemeteryMrs. Marvin (Glenda) Flynn, 712 N. Luther St. Kirksville, Mo. 63501

Rose CemeteryBryan Newman, PO Box 98, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Chapel CemeteryJudy Brown, 14468 Redwood Trail, Livonia, Mo. 63551

Dean CemeteryAnne Smith, 614 Eastwood Drive, Solon, Iowa 52333 ( Make check out to Rebels Cove Historical Society)

Hinerman CemeteryGary Hinerman, 2101 Oak Lane, Kirksville, Mo.63501

St John Cemetery (East)

Olin Anderson, 14596 St Hwy 202. Glenwood, Mo. 63541

Walter /Bratcher CemeteryNancy Summers, 15783 St Hwy Y, Unionville, Mo. 63565

We can help you design the perfect memorial stone for your loved ones. From simple to extraordinary we will walk you through the process. We also carry a full line of cremation options; from benches to bird feeders

Call Howard at 660-947-4010

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Dickson Cemeteryc/o Farmer’s Bank 1604 Main Street Unionville, MO 63565

Parsons CemeterySteve Hill, 22311 Gambel Trl, Pollock, Mo. 63560

Berry CemeteryJosh Jones, 13003 Palm Trl, Unionville Mo. 63565

McCune CemeteryLinda (Mrs Johnnie Guy) Minear, 40501 U S Hwy 136, Livonia, Mo, 63551

Mitchell CemeteryEvelyn Griggs, 14064 St Hwy YY, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Mt Herman CemeteryRoger Casady, 11144 Palm Trl, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Shipley CemeteryJerry Wessell, 38222 153rd St, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Shoney CemeteryJohn Jarvis, 100 Vine, Cincinnati, Iowa 52549

Nebb CemeteryCandy Shultz, PO Box 84, Unionville, Mo. 64565

Friendship CemeteryLowell Brown, 37044 120th St Unionville, Mo. 63565

Mendota CemeteryCarolyn Haas 29536 120th St. Unionville, Mo. 63565

Thompson CemeteryConnie Noland, 16705 St Hwy149, Livonia, Mo. 63551

Dodson CemeteryDebbie Hamilton, 33210 St Hwy F, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Haynes CemeteryAvis Lunsford, 61811 Katie Road, Green City, Mo. 63545

Pherigo CemeteryCindy Minear, 21453 St Hwy 129, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Riggens CemeteryBobby Woods, 33768 St Hwy F, Unionville, Mo. 63565

Lupton CemeteryDr. Thomas Williams 32223 Brant Ln. Unionville, MO 63565

Speak-Latimer CemeteryJean Latimer Morris 917 E Langsford Rd Lee’s Summit, Mo 64063

Hurley Cemetery

Glenda Gates 20110 Hwy FF Livonia, MO 63551

Needed are the Treasurer’s and their addresses for these cemeteries: Union Grove Cemetery, Ledford Cemetery, Hargrave Cemetery, Summers Cemetery (East) & Summers Cemetery (West).

If you know who the Treasurer’s for these cemeteries are please contact Maribeth DeHaven, 660-947-2724. If not at home please leave the information on the answering machine.