07-12-2023 Unionville Republican

Community Event at Omaha, July 15

Unionville Holds 4th of July Parade

Journal Notes

The museum will be serving biscuits and gravy on Saturday, July 15, from 7AM until they are gone. Free will donation.

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Omaha Baptist Church will hold a community-wide event on the church grounds on Saturday, July 15. The event will include games for adults and children, a bounce house, a pork loin cook off and meal, and a concert by “After Grace” with fireworks to follow. Activities will begin at 3:00 and the meal will be at 5:00. The outdoor concert will be at 7:00 pm.

Brothers-in-law Cody

Clark and Jerad Moffitt

formed “After Grace” in their hometown of Mountain Home, Arkansas in 2013. The duo released the singles “Save Me” and “Shine” in 2016 and 2017, respectively,

In 2019 After Grace’s debut EP, “You Know”, released with the project’s

title-cut garnering airplay on Christian AC radio. In 2020, After Grace released two singles (Simple Things, Forever Home). “Simple Things” shares a piece of Cody’s heart and personal story, while “Forever Home” shares about Jerad’s journey in adopting children into his home. The duo has performed with artists such as TobyMac, Crowder, Building 429, Colton Dixon, 7eventh Time Down, Sanctus Real, and Cochren & Co., among others.

All activities, including the meal, are free and all are welcome to attend. Prizes for the cook off (with people’s choice judging) provided by The Store Building. Call 660)21-3465 for more information.

City Council Approves Airport Project

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Unionville City Council was called to order by Mayor Charley Bill Pittman at 5:30 PM on Thursday, July 6, 2023, with all aldermen [Gary Davis, Kellie Purdy, Eric Lutz and Jason Hill] in attendance.

The consent agenda was reviewed and discussed. Purdy motioned to approve the consent

agenda with the exception of one bill that needs receipts and further inspection. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.

Staff reports were reviewed and discussed.

Mayor Pittman reported on the status of the street asphalt project.

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Bill Godfrey served as this year’s Grand Marshall of the Fourth of July Parade. Godfrey, an Army veteran, is pictured here with his wife Kathy and Derek Knowles, who provided and drove the car. Knowles received the 57 Bel Air convertible from his father Jerry Knowles, and the car was at one time owned by Mario Andretti. Photo credit: Dennie Sheehan.

Check out six full pages of parade photos on the on-line version at northmissourinews.com. Unionville Republican.

Become a Hero for Patients in Need Blood Drive July 24

Submitted by Mary Comstock

Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. They don’t wear capes or special suits, and their badge of honor is the bandage that shows they gave the gift of life.

The community is invited to become a hometown hero and answer the call of patients in need by donating blood on July 24 from 1 to 5:30 p.m. The drive will be held at the 4-H building on the fairgrounds and is sponsored by Unionville Rotary.

Donating blood is one of the simplest things a person can do to help save a patient’s life. For the hour it takes to give blood, there could be a whole community of

people thankful for another birthday given to their loved one.

Donors will receive a free Cardinals Baseball t-shirt while supplies last. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 800-733-2767 or visiting www.redcrossblood.org

The blood donation process takes approximately an hour and refreshments are served. Prospective donors go through a mini physical evaluating temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and hemoglobin level.

Prior to the drive, potential donors can utilize Rapid Pass to answer health history questions at www.redcrossblood. org/rapidpass Rapid Pass can only be completed the day of the

drive.

Blood donors make a lifesaving contribution that benefits accident victims, cancer patients, surgical candidates, children with blood disorders and many others. In the summer, schools are out and many families are on vacation, which leads to a seasonal drop in blood donations.

Blood donors play an integral role in the delivery of modern healthcare. Many lifesaving medical treatments and procedures involve blood transfusions and would not be possible without a safe and reliable blood supply. If you have never donated blood, please consider doing so. Your donations are always in constant demand.

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DESE Announces New Five-Year Strategic Plan for Missouri Agricultural Education

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE’s) Agricultural Education section, along with partners at the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA), developed a new FiveYear Strategic Plan to provide direction from 2024-2029 for agricultural education. The “Reinventing Agricultural Education for the Year 2020” strategic plan has served as a valuable resource to lead the industry for more than 20 years. Now, DESE has an updated plan to withstand the rapid changes and growth taking place in technology, agriculture, and education.

“As we navigate the coming years, the priorities developed through

“After Grace” will perform at the community event held at Omaha Baptist Church.

by Dr. H. Wade Paris

Dream On

“Wake up,” I told my wife, Nellie Frances. “Someone is ringing the doorbell.”

“What time is it?” she asked.

“It is two o’clock.” I began to get out of bed. I told her to wait there, and I would see who it was.

“Who would be at our door at two in the morning? She asked. She always asks a lot of questions.

I started to say, “I can’t imagine;” then simultaneously we said, “We don’t have a doorbell!” I had been dreaming. I dreamed someone was ringing our non-existent doorbell. Several hours later at breakfast, Nellie Frances was still mad at me. “It took me forever to go back to sleep,” she said.

Alas, my dreams are very real. Not only do I dream when I am asleep, I dream when I am awake. Once I told my mother-in-law that I dreamed I was a millionaire. She laughed and said, “I’ll bet you felt bad when you woke up.”

“I was not asleep,” I confessed.

Dreamers change the world. Alexander Graham Bell dreamed of talking through a wire. The wright brothers dreamed of flying like birds. Martin Luther

King, Jr. had a dream. Dreamers make the world better, but they are not always popular. When I told a deacon about my dreams for our church, he said, “Pastor, this church tends to shoot dreamers.” It was true. Still, I continued to dream.

The prophet Isaiah was a dreamer. He dreamed of the day when the world would have such harmony that the lion and the lamb would lie down together, and the earth would be full of the knowledge and glory of the Lord as waters that cover the sea. (Isaiah 11:6-9) May it be so.

What should we say?

Our country and the world are not at peace. People cannot live together peacefully, let alone as lion and lamb.

Power brokers of the past see their chokeholds eroding and are willing to use violence to keep their power. Those who feel we must treat everyone fairly resist changes. Civil war, once thought unthinkable, is openly mentioned today. If you are a dreamer, you may not be encouraged today. Don’t give up. Dream of the day when knowledge of the Lord shall cover the earth as waters cover the sea. Then differing people will live together joyously.

Help for Homeless Veterans

Here are some resources that can help.

VA Homeless Veteran hotline

877 424 3838

American Red Cross

homeless Veteran hotline

877 272 7337

Catholic Charities

My office number: 660 359 2078

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.

Karen Bradshaw

On this Friday afternoon, there is some much-needed rain falling. Hopefully, it is more widespread than some of the earlier very scattered showers. Sometimes we just have to stop and appreciate whatever blessings come our way. Over the weekend, the daughtersin-law planned a family staycation, that was packed with good food and activities. Other than getting absolutely drenched in the water balloon toss, one of the highlights for me was a two-year old granddaughter being so excited about her ice cream cone. She came

running into the dining room proudly displaying her cone, giggling and shouting, “I got ‘frinkles’ on my ice cream!” For those not familiar with “frinkles,” most of us refer to them as sprinkles. However, we could all do well to find as much excitement as she did from her “frinkles” with everyday moments that bring us joy.

I had a bit of a hard time finding joy in being drenched by a highfly water balloon that I caught, but that completely showered me. However, the multiple cries of, “You got Grandma” induced laughter all around and another fam-

Birthdays

Thursday, July 13

Carla Cullor, Brian Knight, Mark Traxler, David Bascio, Nichole Klinginsmith, Zane Lohman

Friday, July 14

Derek Carter, Theresa Hammett, Joy Anderson, Scottie Adams, Sarah M. Bradshaw

Saturday, July 15

Chris Fleshman, Randy Griswold, Ina Leach, Dennis Pickering, Kim Christian, Deborah Roney, Neal Gray

Sunday, July16

Briyan Smith, Jason Davis, Sonya Van-

Houtan, Aaron Brown, Charley Bill Pittman, Penny Hines

Monday, July 17

Bill Hardman, Dee Robinson, Niki Ryals, Joe Koenen, Nancy Sue Summers, Brooke Steele, Shelby Marie Hollon, Bobbie Pearson

Tuesday, July 18

David Wood, Richard Heaton, Jack J. Pickering, Henry Atkins, Lea Simmons, Julie Pribyl, Abbie Summers

Wednesday, July 19

Scotlin Hurley, Carolyn Montgomery, Bill W. Fowler, Faith Henry

A Good Fourth

Here’s hoping you had a good Fourth of July. I spent most of it cleaning up from the storm and cutting up trees that fell. Some of the wood

Kevin Collins will be used for firewood and with as warm as it was, that is the kind of wood that will make you warm twice! I did ride my horse with several others from Omaha in the parade. It was a good parade and a large crowd gathered. Fireworks, as always, are a great way to end the day.

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ily memory was made. Note that no matter how gently you try to catch a water balloon pop fly, there is going to be breakage. I opted out of the water balloon volleyball game, but it was fun to watch as others received their second, third, fourth, etc. showers of the day. There were some more traditional games of pickle ball, bags and croquet as well, that brought a

lot of laughter. I wonder if that was “dry humor” since no balloons were involved?

The parade and activities in the park capped off the long weekend and there were numerous reminders to honor those who had fought to secure our freedoms. Thank you, veterans for your service!

Have a great week and try to find your own “frinkles” every day.

Missouri S&T Announces Honor List

ROLLA, Mo. (July 3, 2023) - Missouri University of Science and Technology announces the names of students who made the honor list for the Spring 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.

Juniors Carson Dudley and Montana Homann, both of Livonia were named to the honor list.

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. For more information about Missouri S&T, visit www.mst.edu.

Thursday, July 13

Ham & Great Northern Beans, Cole Slaw, Roasted Red Potatoes, Cornbread, Apple, Cake

Friday, July 14

BUFFET, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit & Desserts

Monday, July 17

Pork Fritter on WW

Bun, Potato Cakes, Baked Beans, Fresh Fruit

Tuesday, July 18 Salisbury Steak, Corn Casserole, Brussels Sprouts, Apple Sauce, Hot Bread

Wednesday, July 19

SALAD BAR, Beef & Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Fruit w/ Jello

$27.00/

sales tax where applicable and must be paid in advance.

“Local People Serving

This is Wayne Kleinschmidt with VFW in Trenton Missouri.

PC Students Accept First Lady Parson’s Community Service Challenge

Unionville Celebrates NEMR for Being Named a Smart Rural CommunitySM Provider

Submitted by Jennifer Chrisman, NEMR Marketing and Sales Manager Unionville, Missouri

8/26/2023– The community leaders of Unionville and Putnam County held a ribbon cutting as they celebrate NEMR recently being named a Smart Rural CommunitySM (SRC) provider by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association.

One phase of community service performed by Mrs. Smith’s summer school students was volunteering at the PC Café and Senior Center carrying trays for diners, cleaning and breaking down boxes. [Above L and R] The students also spent two days assisting at the Food Pantry. {Lower L] Photo credits: Angela Smith cluded in the Meals on Wheels deliveries and presented various appreciation gifts to law enforcement, public officials and senior citizens.

Missouri First Lady Teresa Parson issued a community service challenge for students grades K-6. The 2023 CommUNITY Service Challenge was accepted by Putnam County summer school students in Mrs. Smith’s class. They assisted at the Food Pantry in boxing food on Monday and helped deliver the food on Thursday. They also volunteered at the PC Café and Senior Center carrying trays for diners, cleaning and breaking down boxes. The students also delivered coloring pages to be in-

For completing the projects the students will receive T-shirts and certificates of recognition signed by First Lady Teresa Parson.

The school received a note from First Lady Teresa Parson and Jill Fansler from the Office of First Lady Teresa Parson. Fansler stated, “You are miking a positive impact on these students. You are amazing and am happy you chose to participate in the CommUNITY Service Challenge this summer with your students!”

Congratulations, on excelling in serving your community!

SRC is a national network of communities powered by innovative rural broadband providers that are building a brighter future for smalltown America. The program promotes rural broadband and its role in supporting innovative economic development, effective education, efficient energy distribution and use, state-of-the-art health care and other important issues for rural America.

In order to receive recognition as a SRC provider, NEMR was required to affirm that it offers 25/3 Mbps broadband to at least 50% of its service area; that it has broadband subscription rates of at least 50%; and that it is committed to program principles of collaboration and innovation. NEMR surpasses these requirements offering symmetrical Gig speeds to 100% of its subscribers. As a result of NEMR’s national recognition, Unionville will

now be celebrated as a Smart Rural Community in program materials and online at www.smartruralcommunity.com, joining a national network of similarly innovative communities.

“Unionville and rural residents can fully participate in today’s connected society while living in a Smart Rural Community.” Said Michele Gillespie, NEMR General Manager. “Because of access to high-speed internet, Unionville provides its residents with educational and economic opportunities on par with those in the most connected regions of America.”

NTCA Chief Executive Officer Shirley Bloomfield also recognized NEMR for this achievement, noting, “We are so excited to welcome another Smart Rural Community provider into this growing network of innovative broadband providers delivering the Internet’s fastest speeds in some of the most remote and rural communities of our country. I applaud NEMR and the Unionville community for their commitment to enabling cutting-edge technologies that drive innovation and promote economic development in their region and nationwide.”

Present were representatives from the City of Unionville, Putnam County Commissioners, PCMH, PC R-1 School, Rotary, Probation & Parole, Mayor, City Hall, Courthouse, PC Extension, NEMR Members and employees.

Unionville First Christian Church

Sunday Services ~ 8:30 am, 10:45 am & 6 pm Sunday School ~ 9:45 am

Weekly Fellowship:

Monday ~ Ladies Quilting ~ 9 am

Monday Night Bible Study ~ 6 pm

Tuesday ~ Ladies Bible Study ~ 9:45 am

Wednesday ~ Bible Studies ~ 6 & 6:30 pm

As we

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Independence, join us in learning more about the only One that can give us complete victory over sin and death.

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Obituaries

Edna Quint Potter

received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree in 1957.

Edna started her nursing career at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St Louis. She then returned to Unionville to work at the Monroe Hospital until 1963.

she would do it all again if she could.

Edna was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Over the years, she taught Sunday School, helped with Vacation Bible School, and worked with youth activities.

She was an active volunteer in the Brush Creek 4-H Club. She was a club leader as well as a project leader for many years.

Edna Quint (Minear) Potter, 87, of Clarksburg, MO, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2023, after a short stay at California Care Center, California, MO.

Edna was born December 27, 1935, in Unionville, MO, to Gail and Carmolita (Quint) Minear. She was the oldest of three children.

Edna received her education at the Lone Star Schoolhouse, followed by graduation from Unionville High School class of 1953. She then went on to attend the University of Missouri- Columbia, where she

Edna was joined in marriage to Leo Potter on March 1, 1963. They raised five children together on their farm in Cooper County. Edna was a stay-at-home mother for many years until going back to work when all the children were in school.

She returned to nursing in 1974 as a night nurse at Convlacare Nursing Home in California. In 1980 she began to work with the Moniteau County Health Department. She was promoted to the Administrator of this agency and remained in that position until her retirement in 2002. She loved being a nurse and serving the community through public health and often said

Midway Baptist Church V.B.S.

July 16-20 {Sun.-Thurs.}

6:00-8:30 P.M.

Ages 4 ~ 8th Grade

Church located 8 miles west of Unionville on Hwy. 136

• BIBLE LESSON • DELICIOUS SUPPER

• RECREATION • CARNIVAL

• SINGING • CRAFTS

Thursday, Parents & Relatives are invited to attend VBS Program, followed by Supper & Carnival

Questions or transportation call: Marty (660)342-2351 or Julie (660)265-9804

After retirement, Edna volunteered at Clarksburg School regularly and faithfully. She helped many students with reading and loved to be helpful to students and teachers alike.

Edna’s s greatest pleasures were time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, going to events, taking trips to the library, and sharing in their lives. She loved playing Scrabble, putting together puzzles, reading, and caring for her cats.

Along with her parents, Edna was preceded in death by her husband Leo Max Potter.

She is survived by her five children: Jo (Kevin) Knight, Unionville, MO,

Diana Potter, Clarksburg, MO, Robert (Rita) Potter, Clarksburg, MO, Sharon (Lee) Longan, California, MO, Troy (Julia) Potter, Latham, MO; her sister, Gayle (Bob) Klein, Clarksburg, MO; brother, Walter (Cindy) Minear, Unionville, MO; her 10 grandchildren: Brian with wife Becky, Quintin, Rachel, Benjamin with wife Leslie, Phillip, Natalie, Leo, Ross, Jerry, and Waylon, 5 great- grandchildren; Ashley, Graydon, Hattie, Henry and Leighton as well as many nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held Sunday, July 2, 2023, 4-7 pm at Windmill Ridge Funeral Home. The Funeral Ceremony was held on Monday, July 3, 2023, at 10:30 am Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, with Rev. Alan Earls officiating. Interment followed at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Edna’s name are suggested to the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery or Shriners Hospitals for Children see link below. Online condolences can be given at windmillridgefuneralservice.com.

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By Ross Malone

July 12, 1954 – Many

older Missourians still remember the terrible heat wave that affected the state at this time. Every weather station in the state recorded temperatures above 100˚.

July 13, 1929 – Powered by a six-cylinder engine, the St. Louis Robin, piloted by Forest O’Brine and Dale Jackson, broke a world endurance record by flying in circles over St. Louis between July 13 and July 30, 1929. The craft’s team was re-supplied 77 times with gasoline and necessities by a second plane flown by R. V. Chaffee and C. Ray Wassall.

July 14, 2021 – Loud booms followed by weak shaking as a small earthquake shook west central Missouri.

July 15, 2022 – An intoxicated pilot, John T. Seesing, ran out of fuel and crash-landed his plane on Interstate 70 at Grain Valley. An alert

truck driver, Crystal Lipham, blocked traffic and kept the incident from becoming deadly.

July 16, 1993 – The Great Flood was in progress when a levee broke near St. Charles. By this time the mouth of the Missouri River was 20 miles upstream from its normal location.

July 17, 1841 – In Benton County, Colonel Turk was killed and Andy Jones was said to be the shooter. This escalated the Slickers War which spread into dozens of Missouri counties and three other states.

July 18, 1903 – The Census Bureau had finished tabulating the 1900 Census and reported that between St. Louis and Kansas City’s trolley cars, 116 people were killed and 6,274 were injured.

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

Jack Reasbeck

len Warren), Chelsey (Donovan) Ortega, and Hannah (Zachary) Rasmussen; and thirteen great-grandchildren, Riley and Chase (Shawn), Brayten and Liam (Shayla), Gabi, Karson, and Alex (Robert), Sam and Joe (Beth), Cannon and Siena (Chelsey), and Oakley and Bowen (Hannah).

rassing his customers, several of which became dear friends. He often mentioned how much he enjoyed the countless hours spent between tractor pulls and motorcycle racing with the kids because it was always a family event. He was a firm, yet tender and loving husband and father. He will be dearly missed.

The visitation is at 1:00 pm Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at the Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm. Private inurnment will be at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Putnam County Care Center.

Donnie Middleton

Charles Leo (Jack) Reasbeck, 85, of Unionville, passed away on the morning of July 5, 2023, at the Putnam County Care Center where he was a resident for three years.

The son of Charles and Bertha Reasbeck, he was born December 8, 1937, in Martins Ferry, Ohio. On March 21, 1958, he was untied in marriage to Marie Pensis who preceded him in death on May 3, 2017.

Surviving children are Tina and Mike McCormack of Unionville, Kenny and Suzanne Reasbeck of Warrensburg, Jackie and Cindy Reasbeck of Lee’s Summit, and Tony Reasbeck of Unionville; seven grandchildren, Shawn (Cara) McCormack, Shayla (Daniel) Spring, Robert (Jenn) Reasbeck, Beth (Forrest) Hancock, Maggie Reasbeck (Kel-

Jack’s parents and brother Joseph Vincent (J.V.) preceded him in death. His sisters Carol, Virginia, Phyllis, Becky, Nancy, and Cindy survive.

In 1971, Jack and Marie moved from Ohio to Unionville, MO, during the startup of Missouri Mining, Inc. where he worked as a Foreman of Construction for several years. During the shutdown of the mining operations, he opened his own shop, Jack’s Welding, which he operated for several years until his retirement in 2007.

Unionville became their home where they raised their children, made many life-long friends, and where they chose to be laid to rest.

Jack enjoyed time with family, cutting a rug with Marie in their younger years, was a life-long fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, and ha-

St. Mary Catholic Church

St. Mary Catholic Church Service time change.

Starting July 16th, Mass time is 8:30 A.M. on Sunday’s.

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Donald Duane Middleton, 76, of Memphis, Missouri, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July, 4, 2023.

The son of Harold Duane and Ruth Elaine (Schupbach) Middleton, he was born on July 2, 1947, in Kirksville, Missouri. Donnie was a 1965 graduate of the Downing High School in Downing, Missouri. He was drafted into the United States Army, serving in Vietnam in 1968-69 and received an honorable discharge.

Donnie is survived by significant other, JoAnn Peters of Memphis, Missouri; his son, Andrew Middleton and wife, Ranée, of Memphis, Missouri; one daughter, Shawnna Forck and husband, Frank, of Taos, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Andrea Middleton of Warrensburg, Missouri, Austin Middleton of Peru, Illinois, Keregan Middleton of Memphis, Missouri, Laramie Jackson and husband,

and was inducted into the Missouri Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame for broadcasting in 2017. Donnie is a life member of the Wallace Gillespie VFW Post #4958 and is a past Post Commander. Donnie and his son, Andy, were members of the Great River Honor Flight #48 on June 9, 2018.

Jeff, of Lancaster, Missouri, Cheyenne Garnett and husband, Jacob, of Fulton, Missouri, Derek Forck of Taos, Missouri, Dillion Forck of Denver, Colorado, and Dalton Forck of Taos, Missouri; five great grandchildren; one brother, Dick Middleton and wife, Cathy, of Downing, Missouri; many nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many good friends.

Donnie is preceded in death by his parents.

Donnie was drafted into the United States Army in September 1968. He completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri and advanced individual training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, MOS: 13B40. He served a tour in Vietnam during 19691970 with the 2/94th artillery. During his time in the service, the U.S. Army awarded Donnie with the NDSM, VSM/ BSS, VCM, ARCOM, OS BARS (2), RVN, GCM (1ST AWARD) and Expert Rifle Badge. Donnie received an honorable discharge in September 1970 at the rank of CPL E4.

He and his brother, Richard, co-own and operate Memphis Lumber in Memphis, Missouri. He was the Sports Director at KMEM Radio

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Local News, Weather, Sports and Country hits from Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow

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Donnie was the mayor of Downing, Missouri for 20 years, chairman of the NEMO Regional Planning Commission, chairman of the Schuyler County Ambulance, Past District Governor of Lions International, chairman of Missouri Honors All-Star Football Game and an avid sports fan, be it watching, participating or broadcasting.

Funeral services were held on Monday, July 10, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Memphis Baptist Church in Memphis, Missouri with Sonny Smyser of Lancaster, Missouri officiating. Music was a special selection of “I’ll Follow the Sun” and “In

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The Garden” by soloist, Schelle Cooley. Pallbearers were Steve Swindler, Dave Boden, Rob Monroe, Dave Seppelt, Jerry Duncan and Kelly Ray. Honorary pallbearers were Jim Brewer and Mike Jackson. Visitation was held on Sunday, July 9, 2023 at Norman Funeral Home in Lancaster, Missouri between the hours 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Memorials have been established Scotland County Cancer Fund or Wallace Gillespie VFW Post #4958 in Memphis, Missouri. Online condolences can be expressed to the family by logging on to normanfh.com. Burial was in the Downing Cemetery in Downing, Missouri. Arrangements are under the direction of Norman Funeral Home in Lancaster, Missouri. Military rites will be provided by Wallace Gillespie VFW Post #4958.

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was noted that Police Chief Josh Mathes recommended retaining the Police Department Hummer.

Davis reported that a sign needs to be made for the EV charging station on the west side of the pool parking lot. He added that users must call the office and give their credit card information to activate the charging station.

City Clerk Linnette Caley informed the council that the ordinance pertaining to Rural Fire Protection needs to be changed. The matter was discussed.

Bids for the gutters for the new addition to the Water/Wastewater Department building, which will house the Electric Department trucks, and replacement of the original gutters were the next item of business. Only one bid was received. Davis motioned to approve the bid. Purdy seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.

In New Business, the

Airport Project was discussed. Hill motioned to approve the project with the 90/10 match. Davis seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.

Bill 2314, Parking Prohibited, was tabled.

Bids for Electric Department tools were reviewed. Lutz motioned to approve the bid from Lockridge. Davis seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.

In Other Business, Mayor Pittman reported on two tear downs and potential bids for other tear downs.

Hill raised questions about the dangerous building and stated the issue needs to be addressed. Adding that he would like to see progress on this. In discussion, it was brought out that the city needs to get a building engineer to inspect the buildings and to take the proper steps.

At 6:15, Purdy motioned to adjourn. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 3-1, with Davis voting nay.

“A wise man was asked what is anger? He gave a beautiful answer: It is a punishment we give to ourselves for somebody else’s mistake.”

-- Author Unknown

Karan “Kay” Minear

love for gardening, always immaculate and blooming with beauty. Kay’s passion even led her to own a flower shop in Unionville, named “Kay’s Flowers.” She made the wedding flowers and decorations for her daughter, Kelly, and granddaughter, Melody. Her beautiful creations left a lasting impression on everyone.

Kay had an extensive knowledge of birds and could identify any species that graced her yard. Birds brought her joy, and she appreciated their beauty and presence in her life, which symbolized her appreciation for the beauty found in the natural world.

shared joyful moments in a long-standing tradition of spending the 4th of July with Mack and Cheylena German each year. These gatherings were filled with laughter, delicious meals, and unforgettable camping trips that will forever hold a special place in their hearts. Throughout her life, Kay dedicated many years to caring for children, especially those with special needs. Known as “Momma Kay” to those under her care, she provided comfort, love, and guidance to countless young lives.

love and commitment to each other.

On March 25, 1973, Kay dedicated her life to the Lord and was baptized. Her favorite passage from the Bible, Proverbs 20:24, beautifully reflected her deep faith: “Since the Lord is directing our steps, why try to understand everything that happens along the way.”

great-grandchildren, Aiden, Keeghan, Gabriella, and soon-to-arrive Grayson.

Funeral services for Kay were at Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home in Unionville, MO, on Saturday, July 8, 2023, with visitation one hour prior to the service.

Karan “Kay” Minear, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023. Surrounded by her devoted husband, Marvin Minear, and their three children, Kyle, Terrie, and Kelly, Kay’s departure left behind a legacy of love and laughter. Deeply rooted in her faith, Kay left a heartfelt message in the back of her Bible that summed up her spirit perfectly: “Remember me with smiles and laughter. If you can’t, don’t remember me at all.” This sentiment truly captured the essence of her vibrant personality.

Kay cherished the role of being a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. The well-being and happiness of her family were her top priorities and she prayed for them ear-

nestly. Her Bible, which she kept close, served as a repository of names and dates. In its pages, she noted birthdays and wedding anniversaries of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. It was also filled with heartfelt prayers and served as a testament to her unwavering love.

Born on October 7, 1940, in Powersville, MO, the daughter of Vern and Reva (Zimmerman)

Van Dyne, Kay was the eldest sibling in her family. During her youth, she developed a love for horses and worked on a farm. Her remarkable ability to care for animals and offer advice on their health made her the go-to person for any animal-related issue.

A woman of many talents, Kay had a green thumb and a passion for flowers and plants. Her yard demonstrated her

Fond memories fill the hearts of those who knew Kay. She could transform simple ingredients into a feast, and everyone loved her deviled eggs and candied beets. During a visit from her grandson, Brandon, amidst the challenges of the COVID pandemic, Kay’s quick-thinking and culinary prowess were on full display. Though he arrived late in the night, she effortlessly transformed a humble request for a sandwich into an extravagant fourcourse meal fit for a king. Brandon said it was like watching a ballet in the kitchen.

The sound of chiming clocks held a special place in Kay’s heart. Her mischievous children would occasionally test her, secretly turning off or tampering with the clocks. Yet, she always knew exactly which clock was out of sync. Every hour on the hour, conversation in her home would pause as the chimes filled the air, with 12 o’clock being a particularly momentous occasion.

Kay and Marvin

Kay attended grade school in St. John, MO, and completed high school in Unionville, MO, 1958. It was in Unionville where she met the love of her life, Marvin E. Minear, whom, after some tormenting and relentless ribbing every time she came to pick up groceries and supplies from his father’s store, she married on April 18, 1958. Their recent celebration of their 65th wedding anniversary was a testament to their enduring

Kay loved her final residence at the farm home in Kearney. Her favorite past time there was to sit on the deck, drinking a cup of coffee, and watching the abundant wildlife – especially the ducks.

As we bid farewell to Kay, we are comforted by the knowledge that her spirit will forever live on in the hearts of her husband, Marvin, her children, Kyle, Terrie, and Kelly, her adored grandchildren, Brandon, Melody, Tonya, Lindsay, Elizabeth, and Ethan, and her precious

Kevin Collins conducted the service with recorded musical selections “Rock of Ages,” “The Old Rugged Cross,” and “Amazing Grace. Karan “Kay” Minear was laid to rest in Powersville Cemetery, surrounded by the love of her family and the memories she cherished throughout her lifetime.

In honoring Kay’s memory, may we all remember to approach life with smiles and laughter, just as she had wished. Memorials may be made payable to the Powersville Cemetery and entrusted with Playle and Collins Family Funeral Home, 709 S. 27th, Unionville, MO 63565.

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Hazelee Fowler New MDC Hunting Booklets Available for Deer, Turkey, Dove and Waterfowl

Hazelee Fowler, 94, a Northland resident of Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at her home with her children by her side, following a brief period under hospice care.

Hazelee was an only child born to Earl Lowell and Hazel Gertrude (Quick) Fox on June 15, 1929, in Putnam County, Missouri. She retired after 34 years of service at Children’s Mercy Hospital as a lab technician.

Hazelee enjoyed sewing, painting, canning, traveling with friends and family and especially gardening (her favorite flower being all varieties of iris). She loved spending time with her family. Family gatherings during the holidays were always a special occasion for her and everyone in attendance.

Hazelee is survived by her three children: Danny Fowler (Deborah), Phillip Fowler (Adella), Francine Swartz (Russ): stepdaughters

Kay Stull (Ray) and Anita Ritter (Doug), fifteen grandchildren: Jennifer, Andy, Lindsay, Jaime, Shannon, Kim, Amy,

Chris, Shauna, Sarah, Rayna, Carl, Amy, Matthew, Lena: Twenty-one great-grandchildren: Jacob, Gentry, Mya, Cierra, Joseph, Janae, Sloan, Carrigan, Ellery, Owen, Asher, Miles, David, Jayme, Brittany, DeVon, Tori, Lily, Taylor, Lydia and Patrick: fifteen great grandchildren Jazman, Mattie, Eli, Ian, Gemma, Max , Alexiah, Gage, Brixton, Callum, Luke, Emma , Kodah, Otto, Xavian.

She was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Hazel Fox, her first husband, David F. Fowler (December 20, 1991), second husband; Thornton “Arkie” Wear, Jr. (June 15, 2020).

A funeral service celebrating her life commenced at 10:00 A.M. in the chapel at Meyers Northland Chapel 401 Main Street Parkville, MO, with Pastor Todd Slagle officiating. Visitation was held from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. preceding the service.

A committal service followed at 2:30 P.M., Friday, June 30, 2023, at the Unionville Cemetery, Unionville, MO. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Widow’s Fund, Antioch Bible Baptist Church, 800 N.E. 72nd Street, Gladstone, MO 64118. Memories of Hazelee and condolences to the family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel. com

New booklets are available where permits are sold and online at mdc.mo.gov.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Missouri deer, turkey, waterfowl, and dove hunters can get the most current information on upcoming fall hunting from the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) new 2023 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet and the Migratory Bird and Waterfowl Hunting Digest 2023-2024.

The 2023 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet has

detailed information on fall deer and turkey hunting seasons, limits, permits, managed hunts, regulations, conservation areas to hunt, post-harvest instructions, chronic wasting disease (CWD) updates, and more. The booklet is available where permits are sold and online at mdc.mo.gov/aboutus/about-regulations/ fall-deer-turkey-hunting-regulations-information.

The Migratory Bird and Waterfowl Hunting Digest 2023-2024 has detailed information on waterfowl hunting along with hunting doves and

Summer Reading Participants Learn How to Maintain a Healthy Spine

other migratory game birds such as rail, snipe, and woodcock. It also has information on needed permits and duckstamp requirements, hunting seasons and limits, hunting areas, regulations, and more. The digest is available where permits are sold and online at mdc.mo.gov/ about-us/about-regula-

tions/migratory-bird-waterfowl-hunting-digest. Buy Missouri hunting and fishing permits from numerous vendors around the state, online at mdc.mo.gov/permits, or through MDC’s free mobile app, MO Hunting, available for download through Google Play or the App Store.

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Dr. Sarah Riley-Triplett owner of Heartland Chiropractic and Wellness demonstrates how to maintain a healthy spine with her daughter Lily for the Summer Reading Program at the Putnam County Public Library. She read and donated the book Sammy the Centipede Goes to the Chiropractor. The Summer Reading Program is every Wednesday at 10am now through August 18th. Submitted by Christy Allen, PC Public Library Director

Help Wanted

credit: Mary Comstock

Submitted by Mary Comstock

“All Together Now” is the theme for this year’s Summer Reading Program at the Putnam County Library. The prize-filled reading challenge runs through August 18 and is for both children and adults.

Everyone is invited to stop by the library and sign up to participate. There are eight levels, with various book and page requirements for each age. At the completion of each level, participants can pick a prize from the treasure chest

or prize table. Those that complete all levels will have their names put into a drawing for the grand prize.

Story time will be held each Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the children’s section of the library and will feature community readers. Dr. Sarah Triplett was the first community reader and read a book about spine health.

The library accepts donations for the summer reading program; Unionville Rotary voted to give $100 for program expenses.

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Assistant Library Director Monica Brown is shown with her children Jarrett and Arya. Monica is in charge of the summer reading program. Photo

06/01/2023

Report of Animal Complaint.

Assisted Putnam County School with Juvenile Issue.

06/02/2023

Animal Complaint in Livonia.

06/03/2023

Noise Complaint in Unionville

Report of a Burglary in Unionville. Deputies cleared the residence and did not find evidence of Burglary.

Report of a Drug Incident in Unionville. Drug paraphernalia was found in a vehicle that had been previously stolen, Deputies retrieved and logged evidence.

Noise Complaint in Unionville

06/04/2023

Assisted Motorist on Hwy 136.

Assisted Motorist on Hwy 5.

06/05/2023

Injury Accident at the corner of Hwy 5 and 194th Street. Multiple Agencies and personnel assisted.

Report of Theft in Unionville. Shoplifter was confronted, merchandise returned.

Aggressive Animal issue addressed.

06/06/2023

Prisoner Transport.

Alarm Activation investigated at HyVee in Unionville.

06/07/2023

Vehicle Fire reported at Hwy 136 and Hwy 139. Multiple agencies responded.

Assisted Motorist on Hwy 136.

Report of a HAZMAT

Sheriff’s Report

Jason Knight, Sheriff

Incident at Dollar General in Unionville.

06/08/2023

Suspicious person reported on Garfield Street in Unionville.

Report of livestock out on Highway 5.

Report of Harassment.

Report of a reckless driver in Elm Township.

Report of livestock out in Elm Township.

06/09/2023

Responded to a Medical Call

Report of Livestock out on Highway W.

Report of Livestock out on 155th Street.

Responded to a Vehicle Accident with injuries on State Highway T.

06/10/2023

Responded to Vehicle Accident with injuries on Highway 136

Report of Suspicious Vehicle coming from Mercer County.

Disturbance reported in Unionville.

Conducted a Welfare Check on an individual.

06/11/2023

Conducted a Welfare Check on an individual.

06/12/2023

Assisted Putnam County School with Juvenile Issue.

Responded to Alarm Activation in the County Clerk’s office.

Aggressive Animal issue addressed.

Responded to a Vehicle Accident without injuries on Highway 136 and 180th Street.

Addressed Juvenile Issue at North Valley Townhomes.

Noise complaint reported

06/13/2023

Report of Juvenile Issue at Unionville City Pool.

Conducted Welfare Check at Golden Heights Apartments.

06/14/2023

Animal Complaint reported west of Unionville.

Responded to an Assault complaint.

Conducted a Welfare Check on an individual.

Suspicious Vehicle reported in Unionville.

06/15/2023

Animal Complaint reported in Unionville.

2 Deputies attended training in Kirksville.

Assisted a stranded motorist.

06/16/2023

Animal bite reported, individual went to Unionville Memorial Hospital.

06/17/2023

Animal Complaint reported on Highway EE.

Animal Complaint reported on Highway 5.

Conducted a Welfare Check on an individual in Unionville.

Noise complaint reported in Unionville.

Report of Livestock out on Highway 136.

Assisted Motorist on Hwy 5.

Returned to noise complaint reported in Unionville.

06/18/2023

Responded to a Vehicle Accident with injuries on Highway 136/ Highway N.

06/19/2023

Prisoner Transport.

Suspicious vehicle reported on Main Street in Unionville.

06/20/2023

Disturbance reported at One to One Pharmacy.

Domestic Disturbance reported in Elm Township.

06/21/2023

Assisted Children’s Division personnel in Unionville.

Report of Livestock out on Highway W.

Responded to a report of abuse in Unionville.

06/22/2023

Responded to Vehicle Accident without injuries on Highway 136/ State Highway E.

Prisoner Transport.

Suspicious person reported on State Highway O.

Suspicious person reported on State Highway W/State Highway 149.

06/23/2023

Responded to a report of an Animal Complaint.

Prisoner Transport.

06/24/2023

Suspicious vehicle reported at MFA Exchange in Unionville.

Suspicious vehicle reported on 18th Street in Unionville.

Domestic Disturbance reported in Unionville.

Debris removed from roadway on Garfield Street in Unionville.

Responded to a theft reported in Elm Township. Deputies took report, investigation continues.

Release an inmate on a furlough for drug treatment.

06/25/2023

Conducted a Welfare

Check on an individual.

Responded to a Vehicle Accident without injuries on State Highway E.

06/26/2023

Responded to a Vehicle Accident without injuries on Highway 136.

Conducted a Welfare Check on an individual in Livonia.

Fireworks complaints in Unionville.

06/27/2023

Investigated a harassment complaint in Livonia.

Responded to a Vehicle Accident without injuries on State Highway A.

Debris removed from roadway on Highway 136

Responded to an Assault call in Powersville.

Transported an Inmate to the Missouri Department of Corrections in Vandalia, MO.

06/28/2023

Investigated a harassment complaint on State Highway 5.

Responded to an Assault charge in Unionville.

Drug related incident reported. Drugs were located in Putnam County. Deputies retrieved and logged evidence. Investigation continues.

Investigated a theft report on Highway 136. Side by side (UTV) reported stolen, investigation continues.

Investigated a theft report in Unionville. Keys reported stolen, investigation continues.

06/29/2023

Prisoner Transport. Weather related calls across Putnam County. Deputies responded with other agencies to clear roads, conduct welfare checks and identify damaged property.

06/30/2023

Report of trespassing and property damage near Flax Trail.

Investigated a harassment complaint in Unionville.

Assisted Appanoose County Iowa with an investigation

Report to trespassing by an individual in Worthington.

The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office had 6 inmates in custody

Remembering

Veterans Who Made the Supreme Sacrifice

line of patriots who have dared to die that freedom might live, and grow, and increase its blessings. Freedom lives, and through it he lives – in a way that humbles the un-

dertakings of most men.”

His age at death was 23 years, 2 months and 19 days.

[Source: The Unionville Republican, May 26, 1946, p. 10]

Hawley, Graves, and Missouri Members Urge the USDA to Assist with Drought Impacting Farmers and Ranchers

ers and ranchers have grazed or hayed just about every square inch of available forage, acres enrolled in the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) remain a largely untapped emergency relief valve.

Compounded with the other challenges facing farm families, including rising interest rates and astronomical input costs, this crisis threatens the very foundations of our agricultural economy.

William J. D. Hopkins

William J. D. Hopkins was born on January 23, 1921, at Detroit, Michigan and came to Putnam County with his parents

William J. and Della Hopkins in July 1923.

“Duke as he was generally known, received his grade school education at the Scott School, and graduated from the Powersville High School in 1937. He attended the M. C. T. C. camp in the summer of 1937 at Des Moines, Iowa, and later attended Northeast Missouri State Teachers College [Truman] at Kirksville, where he was a member of the Phi Sigma Epsilon Fraternity.

“Duke” enlisted in the Air Corps in March 1942 and was called to Des Moines for screening test on April 10, 1942. He was called for active duty at Santa Ana, California, November 6, 1942. He graduated from the Army Air Forces Bombardier School, Kirtland Field, Albuquerque, New Mexico,

as an Aerial Bombardier and commissioned a Second Lieutenant on September 11, 1943, after three months of successful flight and combat training.

He left Kearney, Nebraska, with a flight of B-17 Flying Fortresses for overseas duty on January 23, 1944, and was reported missing in action on his eleventh mission on a raid on Posnan, Poland, and Rostock, Germany. Lieut. Hopkins was presumed officially dead on October 18, 1945. He was serving with the 96th Bomb group, 338th Squadron, 8th Air Force, and holds he Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, Presidential Citation, and Purple Heart.

In a scroll received from President Truman he is best described as a soldier, “In grateful memory of Second Lieutenant William J. D. Hopkins who died in the service of his country in the European Area. He stands in the unbroken

WASHINGTON -Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) joined Representative Sam Graves (MO-06), Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), and Representatives Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03), Jason Smith (MO-08), Mark Alford (MO04), and Eric Burlison (MO-07) in sending a letter to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack urging the USDA to open Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) lands for emergency haying in order to provide immediate relief for Missouri’s farmers and ranchers.

“Over 80 percent of Missouri is currently experiencing at least a moderate drought, with more than half the state in a severe drought, and 20 percent suffering under extreme drought conditions. These conditions have left Missouri farmers and ranchers with few remaining options to feed their livestock through the winter until CRP lands are opened to haying,” the Members wrote.

They continued, “For these reasons, we urge you to explore all available options to immediately open CRP lands in Missouri to emergency haying to provide sufficient forage for livestock.”

Read the full letter below.

July 5, 2023

The Honorable Thomas J. Vilsack Secretary United States Department of Agriculture 1400 Independence Avenue, S. W. Washington, D.C. 20250

Dear Secretary Vilsack,

We write to you today regarding the ongoing drought conditions in the state of Missouri and the impending forage and feed crisis facing farm families in our state.

Over 80 percent of Missouri is currently experiencing drought conditions, with more than half of the state experiencing severe drought and nearly 20 percent suffering under extreme drought conditions. While current conditions are concerning, this current crisis has been building for months.

Many farmers have been facing moderate to severe drought conditions for much of the growing season. As a result, available forage in pastures and hay crop yields are far below typical for our state. Farmers and ranchers have reported feeding hay to livestock in June, long before Missouri farmers typically begin feeding hay in November.

The acute shortage of quality hay and forage due to drought conditions has led to a concerning uptick in scams targeting farm families desperate to feed their herds. While many farm-

While emergency grazing has been opened in some counties experiencing the most extreme drought conditions, it can be challenging for farmers to take advantage of these flexibilities. In many cases, these CRP lands do not have adequate fencing or water access for livestock. That forces already struggling farmers and ranchers to break their backs trying to build fence and haul water to care for their herds.

Faced with this daunting challenge, many have resigned themselves to selling off portions of their herds. In many cases, these families have spent generations building herd numbers and refining genetics to maximize the quality and quantity of production. Forcing these families to sell their herds or watch them starve will have devastating impacts on our communities for decades to come.

FHA ...

We understand that emergency haying practices may be opened in some limited areas after the end of the primary nesting season on July 15th, but we have grave concerns that the quality or forage available for haying could substantially decline within the coming weeks.

For these reasons, we urge you to explore all available options to immediately open CRP lands in Missouri to emergency haying to provide sufficient forage for livestock. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Sincerely, Josh Hawley

United States Senator Eric Schmitt

United States Senator Sam Graves

Member of Congress

Blaine Luetkemeyer

Member of Congress

Jason Smith

Member of Congress

Mark Alford

Member of Congress

Eric Burlison

Member of Congress

Continued from pg. 12

we can do to prudently alleviate extra steps in obtaining FHA insurance will help all of us meet the housing supply challenges before us.”

“Revising the threshold, which is almost a decade old, is an important step for us and for the industry,” said Deputy Assistant Secretary for Multifamily Housing Ethan Handelman. “We want stakeholders to be able to rely on FHA-insured financing for a wide variety of multifamily transactions, and without unnecessary barriers.”

FHA’s Large Loan

policies contained in its Multifamily Accelerated Processing (MAP) Guide (Section 3.10) include additional requirements for underwriting loans for FHA insurance that exceed the threshold for Large Loans. The additional requirements do not apply to loans below the threshold amount. Today’s Mortgagee Letter includes page revisions to the MAP Guide to reflect the new $120 million threshold and the annual review methodology. FHA’s other requirements in the MAP Guide related to Large Loans remain unchanged.

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NOTICE OF TAX CERTIFICATE SALE

The following is a publication of lands and lots in Putnam County upon which tax certificates are to be offered for sale at the Courthouse door beginning the 4th Monday, August 28th, 2023 at 10:00 o’clock and continuing day to day as indicated by the following publication, by the understanding according to the provisions of Senate Bill No. 97 or the 1933 Session Acts.

The land or lots are to be sold under the description as listed and the amount as shown due for each year represent the amount of taxes, not including interest, and costs of this sale.

An additional cost of $100.00 a parcel will be added for advertising. The certificate will be issued covering as much land and lots as is necessary to discharge the total taxes & interest and charges, which are due thereon at the time of the sale.

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HTS PROPERTIES LLC

(Post 3rd Year Offering) 1700 Main St Unionville 11073540260

N 50’ EX W PT & E

22.5’ OF S 70’ LOT 2

120’ X 23.5’ IRR BLK

3 ORIGINAL TOWN

SECTION 35 TOWN-

SHIP 66 RANGE 19 OPEN BID

CROSSGROVE

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LOT 5&8: N 92’ W 1/3

LOT 4: W 4’ S 28’ LOT

4: BLK 2 ORGINAL TOWN

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SHIP 66 RANGE 19

COUNTY TAXES 2018

$715.69 2019 $714.79

2020 $715.12 2021

$271.46 2022 $272.44

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BEGINNING BID

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ORIGINAL TOWN

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TOWNSHIP 66 RANGE

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2020 $128.98 2021 $ 137.72 2022 $138.13 BEGINNING

BID $723.82

I, Jennifer Heidenwith, Collector, County of Putnam, State of Mis-

DESE

souri, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct list of the lands or lots that will be offered for sale as above set forth. The Putnam County Collector makes no guarantees nor implies any guarantees concerning title, liens or encumbrances on any of the properties offered for sale.

Dated the 6th of July, 2023

JENNIFER HEIDENWITH, PUTNAM COUNTY COLLECTOR-TREASURER

To be published 7/12, 7/19 and 7/26/2023

Continued from pg. 1

this process will guide the work of all stakeholders involved in agricultural education across Missouri,” said DESE’s Director of Agricultural Education Keith Dietzschold. “Missouri’s number one economic driver is the $93 billion agricultural industry. Education plays a key role in ensuring we develop the workforce needed to sustain that industry, along with informed Missouri consumers.”

The 2024-2029 Missouri Agricultural Education Five-Year Strategic Plan identifies four key priorities:

· Comprehensive Reach of Agricultural Education Programs

· Quality Curriculum and Resources

· Agriculture, Food,

Joe’sBitsand Pieces

Joe Koenen, AgriBusiness Specialist (Mo Extension Ret.)

POSITIONS UPDATE

As you should know already, there are open positions in every county where this article goes to except for Macon. The University of Missouri is working on filling them but between their time frame and the lack of applicants, it is taking longer than expected. If you need assistance, you still should contact your county extension office and they will take care of you.

FAIR SEASON IN FULL

to pre-register.

The Missouri State Fair runs August 10 to 20 and the Iowa State Fair runs the same dates as has been the case for years. Both have great web sites that you can find and utilize easily. Finally, do not forget the Putnam County Fair here in Unionville will run September 5 thru the 9th. Please support these events and our 4-H and FFA kids since they are the future leaders and farmers of tomorrow.

REMINDERS

and Natural Resources Literacy

· Quality Instructors and Instruction

Additionally, each priority establishes guiding themes to be carried out through the Missouri Agricultural Education Vision and Mission statements.

We have now reached July which means fair season is now going on in full. I want to promote some of our area fairs today.

The Mercer County Fair in Princeton is coming up this week July 12th to the 16th in Princeton. You can go online to get more information. Next is the Northeast Missouri Fair (NEMO) in Kirksville from July 18 to 22 The Clark County Fair is next from July 19 to the 23rd in Kahoka.

Two close-by fairs are coming in the early portion of August. The North Central Missouri Fair in Trenton and the Lucerne Stock Show are both happening August 2 to 5. Many of these fairs are open to 4-H and FFA members but check with them online to be certain and if you need

The “Market on the Square” continues every Saturday morning on the west side of the square. Last week’s market included tomatoes, blueberries, carrots, onions. beets, and zucchinis in addition to baked goods and eggs.

In addition to those, the market has crafts, clothing, soap, woodworking, collectibles and other handicrafts. Keep up on Facebook also.

Putnam County 4-H Achievement Day is coming up July 20 at the 4-H building here in Unionville. Please remember each 4-H member must exhibit one item in each project to be eligible to show at the fair.

THOUGHT: “Don’t let yourself be controlled by these 3 things: Your Past, People and Money!”

Goldpine to Perform at Bixler 108

perform in Nashville and are regularly touring throughout America. Ben and Kassie are also frequently in Africa, performing and doing mission work, with a focus on the children.

Their ministry incorporates music, Bible teaching and youth training.

Ben and Kassie Wilson, Goldpine, will be featured at the Bixler 108 Listening Room on Friday, July 14. Submitted by Tom Keedy

Nashville continues to come to Unionville with Ben and Kassie Wilson of “Goldpine”, who will be at the Bixler 108 Listening Room on Friday July 14, at 7 pm. Kassie and Ben meld old-school country, singer-songwriter, and alternative folkrock into a sound that can only be described as “Southern-Soul and Curious-Grit”.

Ben grew up in Oskaloosa, IA, and Kassie grew up in Alabama where her mother ran a country store. They each had their own career with their own musical styles before they crossed paths. They met at a small startup church many years ago but did not decide to perform and tour until 2017. Since then, they

Their heart for broken families and orphaned children comes to light in their songwriting and in their between-song stories during their live performances. “Not only has our songwriting been affected by our multiple trips to Africa, but our worldviews and our priorities have changed,” says Ben. They are honored to be able to use their talents to help spread the message of God’s love and truth throughout the world.

“When we decided to pursue the live music series at the Bixler, Ben and Kassie were one of the first acts that I wanted to showcase. We worked for two years and it finally happened when they kicked off the 2022 Bix-

ler season with a stellar performance. Audience members insisted that we have them come back, and they did and are. They were our artists in residence at the 2022 Putnam County Fair for a 3 day stint where they conducted student and adult songwriting workshops each day and put on a daily show that was well received. And they are coming back again on July 14. They are also scheduled to be back again on Nov. 10 with Aaron English..

The Bixler 108 is committed to bringing great live music to Unionville. Music enriches our lives, thereby enriching our community and economy. To get updates on events and to know when upcoming shows are scheduled, “like” and follow the Bixler 108 Facebook page. There is never an admission charge at the Bixler, but we do take up a collection and depend on your generosity to do our part to support these musicians.

Upcoming shows include: July 21, Sophia Talvik from Sweden; July 28, Jess Klien from North Carolina; Aug 3, the Local Legends; and

Aug 4, Kate McDonnell from New York. Contact Tom Keedy at 660-626-7803 or at thebixler108@gmail.com with any questions.

FHA Increases Dollar Amount Threshold for Large Multifamily Loans to be Eligible for Standard Underwriting

WASHINGTON –

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) today published a Mortgagee Letter that increases the threshold at which a Multifamily loan is considered a Large Loan from $75 million to $120 million. This is the first increase in the threshold since 2014 and will enable a greater number of transactions to use standard underwriting processes when submitted for FHA Multifamily insurance. FHA is also announcing today that it will review the threshold on an annual basis, with the possibility of increasing it in $5 million increments if warranted.

The changes are designed to simplify underwriting for multifamily housing development without presenting undue risk to FHA, and to provide for regular adjustments to the threshold so it does not unduly lag market changes.

“We know that borrowers are contending with the dual challenges of increased development costs and meeting the nation’s dire need for more rental housing,” said Assistant Secretary for Housing and Federal Housing Commissioner Julia Gordon. “Anything FHA ... Cont. to pg. 9

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