The 2024 4-H Royalty was announced Tuesday, September 3. Pictured (L to R): Queen Katie Halley, Princess Kady Wood, King Lucas Payne and Prince Roper Foster. Photo credit: Jamie Halley
Sullivan County Routes N and Y Intersection to Close -- Roy Blunt Reservoir Project BUILD Grant
ST. JOSEPH, Mo.
–The intersection of Route N and Route Y west of Green City will close for the next part of the Roy Blunt Reservoir project. The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is administering a US DOT Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant for the construction of transportation improvements around the Roy Blunt Reservoir project. Contractors from Capital Paving and Construction, LLC., working with MoDOT, plan to close the intersection of Route N and Y beginning Monday, Sept. 23. The closure is expected to remain in place until mid-November 2024. A detour will be in place directing motorists to use Routes 5, M and B around the closure.
Crews are currently working to construct three new bridges on Mid-Lake Road. One new bridge on Mayapple Road has been completed. Completion of ADD Alternative paving of Routes N, VV and potentially a portion of Mayapple Road will be completed in 2025 contingent on grant fund availability following completion of all other project work.
The Roy Blunt Reservoir Project (formerly known as the East Locust Creek Reservoir Project) is a cooperative effort be-
VanBibber Addresses Rotary
tween Sullivan County, North Central Missouri Regional Water Commission (NCMRWC) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The BUILD grant project, while separate, is dependent on the schedule and timeline of the reservoir project.
All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change.
More information about the BUILD grant transportation improvements and project timelines can be found on MoDOT’s website at: https://www.modot. org/missouri-route-5route-n-and-route-vvnew-pavement-construction-sullivan.
To learn more about the Roy Blunt Reservoir project, you can visit the website at https:// elcr.info/ or Facebook page at https:// www.facebook.com/ people/North-Central-Missouri-Regional-Water-Commission-EL4680706501/.
MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Know before you go and check what work zones you might encounter at traveler.modot.org.
Also, at modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or via social media.
Darrin VanBibber, President of Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri, spoke at last week’s Rotary meeting. Shown with Darrin (center) are Farmers Bank Vice President Clint Stobbe (left) and Craig Comstock of Comstock Wealth Management located at Farmers Bank. Darrin, a native of Illinois, was named the President in May, 2024. Farmers Bank was founded in 1900 in Unionville and was the only bank of 12 Putnam County banks to survive the Great Depression. Farmers Bank now has 10 locations throughout five counties in northern Missouri and three counties in southern Iowa. Photo credit: Mary Comstock
City Council Addresses Full Agenda
Mayor Charley Bill Pittman called the Unionville City Council to order at 5:30 PM on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, with all aldermen [Gary Davis, Kellie Purdy, Eric Lutz and Jason Hill] in attendance.
Jordan Hendee and Corey Montgomery, Unionville Fire Department, addressed the council regarding reinstituting the Junior Firefighter Program. Montgomery told the council he had spoken with Galt, who has a junior group and they should be sending him their guidelines. He added that Milan is in the process of establishing a junior group.
Hendee told the council they were asking their blessing to continue working on the proposal and were gathering further information to institute bylaws and checking on insurance.
Council approved further inquiries.
Following review, Purdy motioned to approve the consent agenda. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 4-0. Staff reports were reviewed. T. J. Payne, Water/Wastewater informed the council that
the department had set a lot of meters and that the water at the pool has been turned off and lines drained.
Payne shared with the council that the threeday MIRMA. Show is coming up, and that attendance is worth 10 CEUs. He stated he would like to take one other city employee with him.
Mayor Pittman proposed an appointee to the Economic Development Committee, which was approved.
Pittman stated he had received an inquiry about a piece of property owned by the city. He stated it is not for sale as a main sewer line runs through it. Payne added that it can’t be built on and that MoDOT has storm drains running through the property as well.
Pittman gave an update on progress at McCalment Park.
In Old Business, removal of a tie down to allow for a hanger was discussed.
In New Business, Shawn Caley, Electric Dept., stated the need for back-up transformers, citing the recent outage at Hy-Vee. He presented three bids and added the transformers would come
out of next year’s budget. Lutz motioned to approve, Purdy seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
Purdy motioned to have Bill 2326, Attorney read twice by title. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
Following City Clerk Linnette Caley’s reading of Bill 2236, Attorney twice by title, Purdy motioned to approve. Hill seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
The Legal Services Agreement was the next item on the agenda. Davis questioned whether the law firm would have someone in court to address tickets. Following discussion, Purdy motioned to accept the agreement. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 3-1, with Davis voting nay.
Purdy motioned that City Hall be closed at noon on Tuesday and Wednesday of Fair Week. Hill seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
The pay request from Byrne & Jones was reviewed. Payne stated it was for the City Council ... Cont. to pg. 8
Please do not forget the Tuesday, September 24, community town hall meeting coming up. It will begin at 6 pm and be at the Bixler Building here in Unionville. We really want and need your help to move the town and city in a positive direction so plan to attend and be a part of the future vision.
DAR General John Sullivan Chapter Celebrated Constitution Day
Submitted by Dana DeVore
The General John Sullivan Chapter DAR held a special event honoring the signing of the U.S. Constitution on Tuesday, September 17th, celebrating the freedoms it grants to all Americans. This reflects DAR’s dedication to preserving to American History. “We were thrilled to bring the community together to celebrate one of the most important documents in our nation’s history,” said Margaret Szucs, DAR Regent. “It’s a great opportunity to reflect on the values and freedoms the Constitution provides.”
MO DCI Encourages Emergency Preparedness
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Despite the drought Missouri experienced for much of the past year, severe weather and flash flooding this spring and summer resulted in costly damage to hundreds of homes as well as roads, bridges, and other public infrastructure across the state.
In September, National Preparedness Month raises awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies. The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) continues to focus on consumer awareness and education by partnering with the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to encourage emergency preparedMO DCI ... Cont. to pg. 2
by Dr. H. Wade Paris
Those Big Red Trucks
You likely have seen one of those big red trucks traveling on Garton Road. Aren’t they pretty? Don’t you wish everyone would keep their vehicles that neat and clean? Admittedly, my admiration is likely limited to our male population; but as one who once worked in construction, they evoke my appreciation.
The trucks are traveling to the construction site of the future Cox Medical Center Rehab Facility. Cox Health has many buildings. All I have seen are as aesthetically pleasing as commercial buildings can be. In addition, their premises are maintained attractively.
The problem comes when you meet one of those huge trucks going or coming on narrow Garton Road. It is a tight squeeze, but there really is room enough for two vehicles to pass. Given the size of the trucks, you may doubt that fact.
Since my “near death” wreck in July of 2023, I, a somewhat dare-devil driver, have become a wary motorist. Given the average age of our campus drivers and the increased traffic---especially the huge red trucks---are intimidating. As a newly initiated defensive driver, let me suggest a sound protective maneuver.
When you meet one of those big red behemoths, pull over to the side of the road as far as possible, keeping your right wheels on the pavement and stop. Let the truck pass you. If they should hit you, (and they probably will not since they are experienced drivers); but if perchance they did hit you while you are stopped on the side of the road, the onus is on them---not you. It is progress. There is little to no progress without inconvenience and pain. Every resident on this campus is experientially aware of that truth. One day a beautiful rehab facility and ministry will be our neighbor. It will help those in need for years to come. That is a worthy purpose we share.
Whenever you meet one of those beautiful red trucks on Garton Road, remember the advice of the Apostle Paul, “Be anxious about nothing, but in every situation by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace which surpasses understanding will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)
Obviously, Paul was not referencing big red trucks, but I believe the scripture does apply.
PC Historical Society Meeting Minutes
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Putnam County Historical Society was called to order by President Karen Bradshaw at 6 PM on Thursday, September 12. Attending were Michael Mahoney, Christy Allen, Judy McDonald, Judy Pauley and Evelyn Morgan.
The agenda was reviewed, and Mahoney requested that the issue of a railing on the dock be added.
After review of the consent agenda, Pauley motioned to approve. Mahoney seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
A work day will be set for October.
Bradshaw reported that she had taken care of filing the report with the IRS regarding the 501c3. Rescheduling upcoming programs was discussed. Enfys McMurry was contacted by phone and she will present her
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Flight 11 program at 1 PM on Saturday, October 12, at the museum. Allen will make a flier that the museum can make copies of for distribution. Randy Webber’s program on Jesse James has been moved to October 19.
A sample of the proposed ornament for the Tree of Memories was passed around. This ornament will allow the name of the honoree to be engraved on the ornament. Morgan motioned to approve the selection of the ornament. Allen seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Bradshaw will create flier and order forms.
An update on the needed AC replacement and the furnace was given.
In New Business, changing the meeting dates for the winter months was discussed. Beginning in Novem-
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ness, including insurance coverage.
“Being prepared in the event of a disaster saves lives, prevents injuries, and reduces damage and financial losses,” said Chlora Lindley-Myers, Director of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance. “Insurance coverage is an important aspect of recovery that can significantly minimize the overall burden an emergency brings.”
frequently impact their area and prepare now to protect themselves. This includes having a plan, building a kit, and receiving emergency alerts in multiple ways.”
ber the meeting will be moved to either the first or second Saturday at 9 AM, dependent on not interfering with the Genealogy Society meeting time.
The idea of a gift shop as another stream of revenue was discussed. Several suggestions for merchandise were offered.
In regards to the dock, Bradshaw will check on
the pricing of continuous fencing and check about finding someone to weld the structure. Bradshaw requested anyone with ideas and/or articles and pictures for the next commemorative issue to share those. With no further business, Mahoney motioned to adjourn. Pauley seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
My Side of the Desk Karen Bradshaw
What was up with that caption on the front page last week you ask? A change in print facilities required a last-minute reset of the front page. In doing that adjustment, somehow the correct caption failed to make the journey. Apologies to Katie, Kady, Lucas and Roper. It must be some kind of journalism “Murphy’s Law” that if there is an error, it will always be on the front page and above the fold.
Readers may have noticed the difference in the size of the newspaper, with the pages being several inches longer, so while we may have a smaller number of pages, the total column length of articles should be similar to the former format. Another feature will be that there will more pages with color, including the front page, which will always have color. Listening to different people discuss the recent presidential debate and scrolling through Facebook, one would think that there were two different debates. This reiterates the fact that people hear what they want to hear and hold fast to their perceptions and beliefs. Facebook posts, in particular, seem to be “fanning the flames” of My Side ... Cont. to pg. 4
Birthdays
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Thursday, Sept 19
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Friday, Sept 20
BUFFET, Hot Beef, Mashed Potatoes, French Green Beans w/ Butter, Assorted Fruit/ Desserts
Monday, Sept 23
Lemon Chicken Breast, Rice Pilaf, Buttered Peas, Cucumbers, Spiced Apples
Tuesday, Sept 24
Chicken & Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Win-
ter Mix Vegetables, Fruit Wednesday, Sept 25 SALAD BAR, Taco w/Burger, Refried Beans, 1 C. Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cheese, Mexicali Corn, Pudding
“The only graceful way to accept an insult is to ignore it; if you can’t ignore it, top it; if you can’t top it, laugh at it; if you can’t laugh at it, it’s probably deserved.”
~ Russell Lynes
Thank you
We at the Putnam County Courthouse
Would like to thank those Who helPed make the Centennial Celebration haPPen! a sPeCial thank you to those on the Committee Who volunteered your time, those that volunteered to Clean or make refreshments, the grand brethren of the mo grand lodge for holding the redediCation and ConseCration Ceremony, and to our sPeaker, sandra karsten!
thank you again and god bless ameriCa!!!!
Putnam County Commission
Putnam County Clerk
Understanding your insurance policy to protect investments in your home or personal property helps minimize losses in the aftermath of a disaster. Most standard homeowners or renters policies do not cover flooding or earthquake damage. DCI has severe weather resources available at insurance. mo.gov/consumers/ weather/ to help review your current policy, add coverage, or make a claim.
“Flooding is generally the most common and costliest type of disaster Missouri experiences,” SEMA Director Jim Remillard said. “Everyone should understand which risks most
DCI and SEMA are partnering to work with local agencies and promote a #BeFloodPrepared campaign in 2025. It is important to educate consumers and make them aware of the serious risks that may impact their family’s long-term recovery if they do not have the proper coverage before an event. A new policy can sometimes take 30 days to go into effect.
For any insurance questions, Missouri consumers can call DCI’s Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 or visit insurance.mo.gov/ consumers/.
DCI is charged with protecting Missouri consumers through oversight of the insurance industry, banks, credit unions, utilities and various professional licensees operating in the state. For more information about the department, please visit our website at dci.mo.gov.
“Find a time and place of solitude. Look into the distance, and into the future. Visualize the tomorrow you are going to build - and begin to build that tomorrow, today.”
~ Jonathan Lockwood Huie
While some older buildings are coming down around town, some are being remodeled or repurposed. The old Sinclair station at the corner of Main Repurposed
Kevin Collins and 18th is one of those. I remember going there to get my bicycle tires aired up and the kindness of Noel Neighbor to help a kid.
Playle
& Collins Family Funeral Home
“Local People Serving Local Families” 709 S. 27th St., Unionville 660-947-2200
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Thursday, September 19
Clint Ream, Nolan Owings, Dakoda Owings, Kade Jones
Friday, September 20
Elisha Bunnell, Thaddeus Mathes, Michael Mahoney, Lisa Allen, Christopher Evans, Peggy McCanles
Saturday, September 21
Garlene Williams, Jordan Robinson, Tracy Umphry, Jaren Ingersoll, Kendall Armstrong, June Ann Ledford
Sunday, September 22
FIRST DAY OF FALL -- Bruce Baughman, Nancy Owings, Ron Kinzler, LeAnn Griggs, Katherine Owings, Dennie Kepner, Barb Feddersen, Jordan Parker
Monday, September 23
Jason Hollon, Dana Williams, Austin Mullenix, Krista Trent, Abby Wagner
Tuesday, September 24
Monty Ryals, Bill Cummins, Thomas Garr, Leona Johnson, Justin Keith, David Welder, Amanda Welder, Candy Shultz, Blake Ray, Robert Munden
Wednesday, September 25 Lonnie Trent, Vince Soto, Heather Hurley, Denise Malloy, Jennifer Burress, Steve McDavid, Cameron Purdy, Cody Purdy, Kevin Collins, Lauren Roof, Barrett Knowles, Felix Gillum
“You wouldn’t worry so much about what others think of you if you realized how seldom they do.”
-- Eleanor Roosevelt
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CountyCourtMinutes
Robert Munden, Presiding Commissioner
Shane Bradshaw, Eastern Dist.
Gerald Owings, Western Dist.
August 26th, 2024
OFFICIAL COUNTY COURT MINUTES
Now on this 26th day of August, 2024, it being the 5th day of the July term of the Putnam County Commission, said Commission met at the office of the County Commission, where and when were present Robert Munden, Presiding Commissioner, Shane Bradshaw, Eastern District Commissioner, Gerald Owings, Western District Commissioner, and Christy Brooks, County Clerk Greg and Tracy Rowe were also present for the meeting.
Jeff Knight talked with Commissioners regarding cart rock for Elm Township. He stat-
ed he has not been able to talk to the hauler due to them not returning his calls. Commission discussed the purchase of a rock truck for the county. Gerald stated one township is discussing purchasing a rock truck and leasing it to get their rock hauled. Shane called Cantera Aggregates to talk with the owner, Josh Kratofil. He left a message. Shane will give Jeff a call when he hears back.
Commission discussed offering #911 part of the probation and parole office to store equipment. They are unsure of the cost of moving the equipment in question.
Christy discussed the part-time employee posi-
tion in the Circuit Clerk’s office. Commission has no issue with Circuit Clerk Leslie Ream’s request.
Christy presented financials. The PC Library submitted an invoice for ARPA money reimbursement of $5822. Commissioners reviewed the Moperm Liability Survey Renewal. Christy will send back. Commission reviewed the financial audit draft report and signed the management agreement.
Judge Horvath and Circuit Clerk, Leslie Ream, visited with Commission about plumbing project. Robert stated the Commission is giving Shane’s Drains 30 days to get the project completed on the east side. Shane had told Commissioners that the courts are what’s holding his crew up from working. Judge Horvath stated he has never asked them
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
by City of Unionville 1611 Grant St Unionville, Missouri for Phase 1 - Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements
Sealed Bids will be received until 2 p.m., prevailing time, on October 30, 2024 at the City Hall 1611 Grant St, Unionville, Missouri 63565. All bids submitted shall be clearly marked to indicate them as bids for “Phase 1 - Wastewater Treatment System Improvements” on the outside of the sealed envelope. All bids received will be publicly opened and read by the Owner’s Representative at the above time and place. The work shall generally consist of:
South Wastewater Treatment Facility
Rehabilitation of the Wastewater Treatment Facility, including but not limited to sludge removal, installation of a new mechanical screen, demolition, stabilization of the earthen lagoon berms, piping, valving, manhole structure replacements, the addition of aeration equipment in the lagoons, the addition of a Moving Bed Biological Reactor (MBBR) for ammonia treatment, new blower building with blowers, the addition of a UV System for disinfection treatment, site work, electrical, controls, mobile SCADA system, sludge removal from lagoons, the addition of an emergency back-up generator and transfer switch, and all appurtenances.
ANY CONTRACT OR CONTRACTS AWARDED UNDER THIS INVITATION FOR BIDS ARE EXPECTED TO BE FUNDED IN PART BY THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT(ARPA) FUNDS ADMINISTRATED BY THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES(MDNR), MO. NEITHER THE CITY OF UNIONVILLE, ITS DIVISIONS NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES ARE OR WILL BE A PARTY TO THE CONTRACT(S) AT ANY TIER. THE PROCUREMENT WILL BE SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF ARPA AND THE MDNR, THE APPLICABLE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE MISSOURI CLEAN WATER COMMISSION, AND THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS. BIDDERS ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE PRESIDENT’S EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 11246, AS AMENDED. THE REQUIREMENTS FOR BIDDERS AND CONTRACTORS UNDER THIS ORDER ARE EXPLAINED IN SECTION 00 86 00 - ARPA REQUIREMENTS OF THE CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS.
In submitting Proposals for the planned work, the Bidder shall declare that only persons or parties interested in the proposed work as Principals are those contained in the Proposal; and that the Proposal is made without collusion with any other person, firm or corporation.
Contract Documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifications, are on file at the office of:
Benton & Associates, Inc.
Consulting Engineers/Land Surveyors
2414 South Franklin Street Kirksville, MO 63501 660-665-3575
City Clerk’s Office 1611 Grant St Unionivlle, MO 63565
Complete digital Contract Documents are available for a nonrefundable fee of $__50.00 by going to our website www.bentonassociates.com and clicking on “Project Bid Info” or going directly to QuestCDN at www.questcdn.com and by entering the QuestCDN eBidDoc number and password on the website’s project search page. QuestCDN eBidDoc number and password must be obtained from the Engineer, Benton & Associates, Inc. at 217-245-4146. Contact QuestCDN at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading and working with this digital project information. Hard copies of the Contract Documents are available for a nonrefundable fee of $_150.00 per set and can be obtained from the Engineer at:
to stop working. Leslie stated she has asked them for 30 minutes because of a case being recorded. Other than that, no one has asked them to not work during court. Judge asked about nights and weekends they were supposed to be working. Commission has no idea why they weren’t here. Judge stated next week would be a good week to work because the offices will be closed in the afternoon. He also stated the week of the 16th, there will be no court, so they could get a lot done during that time. Robert stated that the workers should be here next week.
Charles Miller, Elm Townshiip, was present for the discussion of the abandonment on a portion of 192nd Street in Elm Township. Robert stated that the Commission had held the hearing previously and
Benton & Associates, Inc.
after viewing the road, he would like a motion made to abandon or deny the petition pertaining to that portion of the road. Shane made a motion to abandon the portion of 192nd Street as it reads in the petition. Gerald 2nd the motion. All in favor. Motion passed. Tracy Rowe asked if the abandonment was gate to gate. Robert stated it was per the GPS coordinates on the petition. Tracy asked if easements were made. Robert stated they were recorded in the Recorder’s office. Tracy stated she knows the landowner did not agree to the easement. Robert stated the easement was between the landowners per the Recorder. Once it is recorded, it is considered an easement. Tracy presented an easement to Gerald regarding the Public Rural Water. This discussion was brought up previously that the
Consulting Engineers/Land Surveyors 2414 South Franklin Street Kirksville, MO 63501 660-665-3575 (phone) 217-245-4149 (fax)
Commission did not know of any easements between the County and Rural Water District. Tracy stated this easement she gave Commissioner Owings was done in 1997. Tracy and Greg Rowe exited the meeting. Gerald reviewed the easement Tracy gave him and discovered this particular easement was done between the Rural Water District and the landowner. The county had no part in this easement. Christy will get copies from the Recorder regarding the easements for 192nd Street if needed.
Caleb Perkins visited with Commissioners regarding a culvert in Wilson Township on 220th and Hwy 5. Commission all think that it is located on state right-of-way. County Comm ... Cont. to pg. 5
A Pre-Bid Meeting will be held at 2 p.m., prevailing time on October 2, 2024 at the City Hall, 1611 Grant St, Unionville, Missouri 63565. The purpose of this meeting is to:
1. Discuss the Bidding Requirements.
2. Receive any questions regarding the Plans, Specifications, and Project in general.
3. Visit the proposed construction areas.
4. Discuss EEO requirements, if necessary.
All questions of a technical nature regarding the project will only be answered in writing by Addendum. Any questions may be submitted by telephone or in writing to Joshua Stewart, jstewart@bentonassociates. com, 660-665-3575, or at the Pre-Bid Meeting.
Questions should be submitted to the Engineer no later than five (5) working days prior to the bid date.
All proposals must be made on the Proposal forms furnished by the Owner’s Project Engineer and shall contain the signature of the Bidder.
The Owner may waive any informalities or minor defects or reject any or all bids, and to determine which is the lowest, responsive, responsible bid based upon the Base Bid for the work.
Each Bidder must deposit with his bid, security in the amount of 5% of the total bid, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders.
Attention of Bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the contract, Section 3, Segregated Facility, Section 109 and E.O. 11246.
Not less than the general prevailing rate of wages as required by the Prevailing Wage Law of the State of Missouri, including general prevailing rate for legal holidays and/or overtime work in the locality, must be paid for by craft or type of workman or mechanic needed to execute the Contract or perform the work. The City of Unionville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in the provision of services.
Nondiscrimination in Employment - Bidders on this work will be required to comply with the President’s Executive Order Number 11246. Requirements for bidders and contractors under this order are explained in the specifications.
Any bidder or equipment supplier whose firm or affiliate is listed on the General Services Administration (GSA) publication entitled “Lists of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement or Non-procurement Programs” will be prohibited from the bidding process. Anyone submitting a bid who is so listed will be determined to be a nonresponsive bidder in accordance with 40 CFR 32.
City of Unionville is an “Equal Employment Opportunity”. Disadvantaged, Women Owned, and Minority Owned Business Enterprises are invited and encouraged to participate in bidding on this project.
By Order of the Client
/s/ Charley Bill Pittman
Mayor
/s/ Linnette Caley City Clerk
9/11/2024
[Date of City Approval]
Obituaries
Ralph Wilcox
Ralph Wilcox, 90, passed away Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, in the Schuyler County Nursing Home in Queen City, Missouri, where he had been a patient for the last seventeen days.
The son of Clarence R. and Effie (Mendenhall) Wilcox, he was born in Schuyler County north of Glenwood, Missouri, on August 15th, 1934. At age four he and his family moved to Martinstown, Missouri where he attended Martinstown Elementary and then attended the Unionville High School.
Ralph was united in marriage to Nettie F. Tietsort on November 11th, 1951, and they lived in Ottumwa, Iowa, where he worked for John Morrell for a short time. They then moved to Newton, Iowa, where he worked for Maytag and in early summer of 1958, they moved to Putnam County Missouri, where he worked in construction building the Lucerne School. On November 8th, 1959, he started working for Elm Township Road District planning to only help grade roads until the next spring. However he continued to work there until August 14th, 2024, when he was admitted to the hospital.
Ralph is survived by
his daughter Karen Sue Spearing and husband Paul (Bob) of Unionville, Mo.; son Robert Earl Wilcox and wife Cindy of Leaf River, Illinois; daughter-inlaw Peggy Wilcox of Livonia, Mo.; grandchildren Jennifer Parks and husband Josh, Karshon Athanasatos and husband Peter, Heather Wagner and husband Jeff, Daniel Snowbarger and wife Nikki, Chris Wilcox and wife Kaitlin, Whitnie Bass and husband Barney, Kevin Casady and wife Karen, Grant Casady and Brandon Casady. He is also survived by fourteen great grandchildren and one brother Floyd Wilcox and wife Marjorie.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Nettie, special friend Becky Drummond, son Roger Dean Wilcox, sister Nellie McFarland and husband Hershel, brother Charles Wilcox, and son-in-law Steven David Casady.
Ralph lived everyday thinking about and helping others.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at the Dooley Funeral Home with Pastor Tom Rowland officiating. Burial will be in the Pleasant Home Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be David Hyle, Russel Huffman, Daniel Snowbarger, Chris Wilcox, Brandon Casady, and Kevin Casadly.
Visitation will be held Friday, September 13th, 2024, with family receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Dooley Funeral Home, Queen City, Missouri. Memorials are suggested to the Pleasant Home Cemetery.
“I have seen what a laugh can do. It can transform almost unbearable tears into something bearable, even hopeful.” ~ Bob Hope
Garnet Paris
Garnet Gail Paris, 88, of southeastern Putnam County joined his beloved wife Walda Ann Thursday, September 12, 2024, surrounded by his family in his own home. Garnet was born the youngest of three children to Charley and Arloine (Scott) Paris near unincorporated Fegley, MO. He enjoyed his youth and his life on the family farm near Green Grove. While in grade school, he and his brother Gerald began farming for his family and for neighbors. Garnet graduated from Novinger High School in 1954 at the top of his senior class.
Soon after graduating Garnet met Walda Ann Shockey. They went for their first date in the 1954 Chevrolet convertible he bought with money he had made from farming. They were married on January 1, 1956, at the First Presbyterian Church in Kirksville, MO. Garnet and Walda Ann first lived at Yarrow while she taught school and Garnet farmed. Two years later they moved to the farm where they lived together for over 60 years, raised two children, and had a good hand in raising two grandchildren. They were married for over 62 years, until Walda Ann passed away in July, 2018. Their marriage was a source of happiness and strength for both of them.
Garnet was a devoted and hard-working son,
husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be sorely missed. He was a pillar of the community and enjoyed visiting with friends and neighbors. He helped countless people with whatever they needed, whether it was to be pulled out of the ditch, help getting cows in, a small loan until pay day, a sympathetic ear, or someone to laugh with. He also supported local restaurants and gas stations along rural Highway 149 to have a close place to eat, get gas, and congregate for local farmers and workers. For the last 25 years, you could find him Sunday mornings at Pancake City with family and friends.
Garnet worked every day for most of his life. He lived with a lot of irons in the fire – a lot of projects – up until the end. Although he started farming when he was young, and over his life he farmed thousands of acres of row crops and had livestock, he also enjoyed doing mechanic work, and he was very good at it. In the 1990s he began rebuilding trucks. In the 2000s, he phased out farming to rebuild trucks full time. Countless farmers across northern Missouri have bought trucks from Garnet. Anyone who met him respected him and regarded him as a friend.
Garnet was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife Walda Ann Paris; his father and mother-in-law, Waldo and Cecil Shockey; two sons-in-law; and a brother-in-law, Bruce Collins.
He is survived by his daughter Gwen and sonin-law John Perrachione of Kirksville, MO, and his son Randy Paris of Martinstown, MO. He is survived by his sister Ida Collins of Kirksville, MO, his brother and sis-
ter-in-law, Gerald and Colleen Paris of Schuyler County, MO, and one brother and sister-in-law, John and Patty Shockey of Kirksville, MO. He is survived by his grandchildren Brittany Paris (Ryan Newmyer), Cybil (Brent) Shepherd, and Faith (Joel) Beller; Jon (Shannon) Rader, Jeannie Scrogins, Tyler (Arim) Perrachione, Courtney (Kevin) Rudick and Sara (Ben) Abney; 13 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and cousins.
unrest and dissatisfaction among citizens.
On the local level, however, it is refreshing to see people coming together to work for a common goal even if their political or religious beliefs may be at odds. This was very evident at the recent PC Fair, where a wide sampling of citi-
Funeral services were held at Travis-Noe Funeral Home in Kirksville, MO, with visitation on Sunday, September 15, 2024, from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, and funeral service on Monday, September 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm, with Pastor Paul Crossgrove officiating. Interment was at Green Grove Cemetery in northern Adair County. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Garnet may be made to Green Grove Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Travis-Noe Funeral Home, P.O. Box 306, Kirksville, MO 63501.
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zens volunteered and worked in harmony to pull off a very successful event. It is encouraging that the people of Putnam County can respect the views of others and put aside differences to achieve what is best for the majority. Keep up the good work! Have a great week!
He jumps for joy
Henry Cabelus is a pogo stick expert who already holds the record for making a 10.1 foot backflip jump. But he is not content and says his aim is to make a 10.6-foot backflip, at least. He’s been at it for 10 years now and has broken nine bones, four of which were in his face and admits that it’s pretty scary.
Thomas Casady Lorena Thullen
Thomas Dean Casady II, Neosho, Missouri, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 29, 2024, at the age of 72. Tom was born at the home of his great-grandmother in Ottumwa, Iowa on May 28, 1952, the oldest child of Thomas Dean and Colleen Marvetta (Tuttle) Casady.
He graduated from Unionville High School, Unionville, Missouri in 1970. He continued his education at NE Missouri State, now Truman State, earning a bachelor’s degree in 1974 and a master’s degree in educational administration in 1981. He taught high school science from 1974 to 1978.
He began a career with Hollister Inc., in Kirksville, Missouri as Quality Assurance (QA) Supervisor, retiring as the QA Manager on January 1, 2001. In June of 2000, the family moved from Kirksville to Neosho, and Tom commuted until his retirement.
In 2002, he served as associate Pastor to his father, Thomas Dean Casady at Sweetwater Baptist Church and in March of 2003, was called to serve as full time pastor. He loved and served the Sweetwater congregation until his last Lord’s
Supper service on June 2, 2024.
Tom enjoyed deer, turkey and elk hunting with his sons, father, brother and good friend Garry Matthews. He loved restoring and driving his 1953 Ford Anniversary Model truck and was an avid golfer. He enjoyed playing with five close friends on a regular basis and the fellowship of the Wednesday Morning Neosho Golf League. He dearly loved his grandbabies and spending time with family brought him immense joy.
On November 7, 1971, at the Omaha Baptist Church, Omaha, Missouri, Tom and Rose Charlene Smith were united in marriage and Charlene survives. In addition to his wife of fifty-two years, he is survived by three sons, Cyle Casady and wife, Victoria of O’Fallon, Missouri, Jeff Casady of Neosho and Wesley Casady and wife, Brittni of Granby; four grandsons, Casey, Xander, Nate and Jace; two granddaughters, Gweni and Abi; one sister, Jane Halley and husband, David of Unionville, Missouri; one brother, Craig Casady and wife, Linda of Granby, Missouri; step-mother, Patricia Casady of Hollister, Missouri, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services were held at the Sweetwater Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. Memorial graveside services were held at 2 pm, Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Lone Pine Cemetery in Martinstown, Missouri.
Lorena Pauline Thullen, age 70, of Unionville, MO ,passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at her home.
Lorena was born on June 10, 1954, in Des Moines, IA, the daughter of Bernard and Maxine (Sullivan) Bailey. She was raised in the Bondurant, IA, area and graduated from the local schools. Lorena was united in marriage to George Thullen on December 31, 1988, at the Episcopal Church in Cedar Rapids, IA. The couple lived in the Mt. Vernon and Cedar Rapids area. Lorena worked for Iowa Electric Southern Utilities (Alliant Energy) and was the first female Journeyman in the utility’s workforce. Lorena also practiced Chinese holistic medicine and was a massage therapist. The couple purchased a lot at Lake Thunderhead in 2009 and began camping and enjoying weekends here. They built their home, which Lorena designed in 2014 and moved to the lake full
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time. At the lake she enjoyed going on boat rides and growing flowers and watching the hummingbirds. She organized a Thursday evening card party which continues as she enjoyed the fellowship with the neighbors and friends. She was a profoundly loving person always looking out for the well-being of others.
Lorena is survived by her husband George Thullen of Unionville, MO, her sons, Isaac Thullen of Unionville, MO, and Peter Thullen (Raelynn) of Moulton, IA, and her granddaughter, whom she adored, Andi Thullen, her brothers Patrick Bailey of Iowa, Steven Bailey (Jan) of Ankeny, IA ,and Thomas Bailey (Kathy) of West Des Moines, IA, along with several uncle, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Memorial services will be held at the United Methodist Church in Unionville, MO, on September 21, 2024, at 11:00 am. The family will celebrate her life receiving friends from 9:00 until the service time. A luncheon at the church will follow the services.
Casady-Luscan Funeral Solutions in Green Castle, MO, is honored to care for and minister to the Thullen family at this time.
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Caleb stated there is a lot of agricultural traffic on that road and a lot of low hanging brush. Robert will take a look.
completed by September 10th, to call and ask for an extension if needed. Josh stated they should be able to handle it.
Follow-up Meeting on Unionville/Putnam County Future Set for September 24
Submitted by Joe Koenen
I know that several people were not able to attend the first Unionville community meeting but this is your chance! An important meeting to further discuss and plan for that future will be held on Tuesday, September, 24 at the Bixler Building on the west side of the Unionville square beginning at 6:00 pm. All persons, young and old, interested in what the future could be need to attend this meeting whether you made it to the last one or not.
Scott Sharp, Project Manager with the Department of Economic Development and liaison for North Missouri; and Lisa Colson with Green Hills Regional Planning Commission will again be here help with questions and support the planning process. Scott, who has been involved with Trenton community/ economic development, says “It is often easy to get stuck in this year’s budget but it takes constant communication with the local occupants of the city and the city officials to maintain and
prepare for the future. Setting priority on specific goals of the community is at the top of the list”. Lisa Colson with Green Hills Regional Planning Commission added “I was excited by the number of residents at the first meeting and the support for improvement within the community. At this stage of information gathering it is important for all voices in the community to be heard”.
Several key points that were brought up during the first meeting (where over 60 attended) were better communication and publicity with government entities, lack of adequate housing for business growth and the need for a longrange plan to help with programs and grants (mayor stated city was too busy to do that). We really need to move forward and need as much help in developing a longrange plan, which will require time and many people to assist in writing and evolving it. Please attend this meeting or contact koenenjoe@outlook. com or (660) 6266923.
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lead line survey. Purdy motioned to approve. Hill seconded the motion, which passed, 4-0. The Engineer’s Report on 1702 Main was the next item on the agenda. The need for further review caused it to be tabled.
Purdy motioned to go into Closed Session as per RSMo 610.021 (3) Hiring, firing, disciplining or promoting of particular employees … following a seven-minute break. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 3-1, with Davis voting nay. City Council ...
Josh Kratofil, Cantera Aggregates, talked with Commission regarding cart rock. He stated they are finishing up the rock project on Hwy 63 on Thursday then starting to haul county rock. Robert stated to put the rock on the roads even if said roads aren’t ready. Shane asked about a projected finish date. Josh stated they would be done in 3 to 4 weeks no problem. Shane told him if they would not be
Brian Isabelle called Shane regarding the abandonment on 192nd St. [Signed} Robert Munden Presiding Commissioner Gerald Owings, Western District Commissioner Shane Bradshaw Eastern District Commissioner Christy Brooks, County Clerk Date: 9/9/24
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They’re Back!
Traveling to Trenton, the Midgets found success as they defeatted the Bulldogs 43-28.
It would be the Bulldogs to score first, starting their drive at the 31 yard line.
Nick Roberts had a great tackle setting the Bulldogs back three yards, second and 13. Trenton would get the first down and then convert a fourth and one with a pass to get to the Midget 40 yard line. With 8:21 on the clock they found the endzone and with the successful kick after the score was 7-0.
The Midgets started their drive on the 38 yard line and converted a second and three for a first down at the 48. They converted a fourth and three to reach the Bulldog 41 yard line. On third and seven Treven Riediger took the ball to the 20. Faced with a fourth and seven, quarterback Gideon Jones threw to Luke Aguilar for the touchdown. The Midgets attempted the
two-point conversion and was stopped short to trail 7-6 with 1:22 on the clock in the first quarter.
Putnam County was in possession opening the second quarter wth Angstrom Watt getting 18 yards on the first down to put the Midgets at their 38 yard line. On fourth and three Watt took the ball six yards to cross midfield to the 47. From there the Midgets fumbled to turn the ball over to the Bulldogs.
Trenton couldn’t muster a yard and faced a fourth and 12 thanks to a tackle two yards behind the line by Jacob Jones.
The Midgets took over on downs at the 31. They gained nine yards and on the next three plays and attempted to convert a fourth and one. That carry was stopped at the line and the Midgets turned the ball over on downsat the 40.
The Bulldogs would take over on downs at the 40 yard line. and score with 2:13 on the clock, leading 14-6.
The Midgets had a chance to score in the closing seconds of the inning with a pass, which went through the receiver’s hands under a tight defense.
Going into half-time the Midgets trailed 14-6.
The Midgets took the third quarter kickoff and set up at the 25 yard line. That possession would be short as Gideon Jones went 75 yards for the touchdown. They made the two-point conversion to tie the score at 14-14 with just 20 seconds off the clock.
On Trenton’s next
ten yard line. The Midgets went seven yards on their next possession to reach the three yard line. Riediger took the ball from their for the next touchdown to open the score to 28-14 with the two-point conversion by Gideon Jones.
Trenton wouldn’t give up and the would score on their next possession and trailed by eight, 2820.
On the ensuing kickoff, Riediger would take the ball the distance for a touchdown, 34-20. Watt took the hand-off for the two-point conversion
possession they fumbled and Gideon Jones went 71 yards to the three yard line. The Mdgets would score from there to take thei first lead of the season 20-14 with 4:55 on the clock.
Trenton would fumble on their next possession with Riediger falling on the ball.
Transitioning into the fourth quarter with the Midgets on the drive.
Watt had a carry for 17 yards and a second for 13 on the drive help his Midgets reach the
and the score was 36-20.
The Midget were successful with the on-side kick starting their drive on the 40 yard line. A flag moved Putnam County back 12 yards, second and 22. Gideon Jones would score from there with 4:27 on the clock. The kick after was good and the Midgets would lead43-20.
Trailing three touchdowns the Bulldogs went to the air and Riediger was there for the interception. Putnam County would fumble on that drive giving Trenton one
more chance to score.
With 1:50 on the clock the Bulldogs found the endzone.
The game ended with the Midgets winning 43-
28. Putnam County will host Maysville this Friday night. Maysville lost to Milan last Friday 27-0.
Varsity Football
Sept 20 7:00 Home Maysville
Sept 27 7:00 Away Brookfield
Oct 3 7:00 Home Polo
Oct 11 7:00 Away Scotland Co.
Oct 18 7:00 Home Gallatin
Oct 25 7:00 Away Milan
Oct 11 7:00 First round of district play
Varsity/JV Softball
Sept 19 5:00 Away Milan
Sept 21 9:00 PC Var. Softball Tourn
Sept 23 5:00 Away Schuyler Co
Sept 24 5:00 Away So. Harrison
Sept 30 5:00 Away Albany
Oct 1 5:00 Home Trenton
Oct 5 9:00 Schuyler Co VarsityTourn
Oct 14 5:00 Home Milan
Oct 7 5:00 Away Highland
Oct 8 5:00 Home Gilman City
Oct 10 5:30 Away No. Harrison
Oct 15 5:00 Away Princeton
Varsity - Junior Varsity Golf Schedule
Sept 17 TBA Away Macon
Sept 19 TBA Away Brookfield
Sept 24 8:30 Away Kirksville
Sept 25 4:00 Home-V/JV Princeton
Sept 26 TBA Away Chillicothe
Oct 2 4:00 Away Trenton
Oct 3 TBA Away Brookfield
Oct 7 TBA Away GRC Meet
Junior Varsity Football
Sept 23 6:30 Home Maysville
Sept 30 6:30 Away Brookfield
Oct 7 6:30 Home Westran
Oct 14 6:30 Home Milan
Oct 23 6:00 Home Gallatin
Jr High Football Schedule
Sept 23 5:00 Home Maysville
Sept 30 5:00 Away Brookfield
Oct 7 5:00 Home Westran
Oct 14 5:00 Home Milan
Jr High Softball Schedule
Sept 21 9:00 Schuyler Co Jr High Tourn.
Sept 30 5:00 Away Kirksville
Oct 3 5:00 Away Princeton
Oct 5 9:00 NCMC Jr High Tourn
Oct 7 5:00 Away Brookfield
Grand River Conference Football Standings
South Harrison (3-0
1-1 in Conference
Putnam County (1-2) 1-2 in Conference
Maysville (0-3) 0-3 in Conference
Trenton (0-3) 0-3 in Conference
Grand River Conference Softball Standings
Gallatin 4-0
South Harrison 3-1
Marceline
Nick Roberts (22) brings down a Bulldog ballcarrier with the help of Treven Riediger
Gideon Jones gets plenty of blocking by the Midget line to move the ball.
Matthew McMillen puts a big block on Trenton’s Jake Schmadeke (60).
Treven Riediger for the touchdown!
Dr. Dawn A. Fairley, D.O.
Joe’sBitsand Pieces
Joe Koenen, AgriBusiness Specialist (Mo Extension Ret.)
HARVEST RECORDS
This is a topic I discussed much over my career but is worth going over again today. I know not everyone has started harvest but it will not be long until you do.
I recognize that many of you if not most of you have crop insurance of some kind, a far cry from when I started in 1980. If you have yield or income (yield plus price) coverage then you are doing this already. However, do you keep track by farm?
Some farms are under 1 number while others are not. You as a producer should also keep track of yields by landlord. I cannot tell you how many times in my career I was told by landowners that their farm was the best in the county and if you as a tenant have yield information, you can prove them wrong if needed. Harvest records should include hay as well since pasture is hard to get a yield on except carrying capacity. I know many less producers insure hay or pasture although you can now.
In addition to having yield records, it is important to make field notes. Yes, I know you are all busy but it does not take but a couple of minutes to jot things down. Notes such as weed pressure in spots, disease concerns and poor yield areas are
Scary Snakes
by John Grimaldi,
editorial contributor, The Association of Mature American Citizens
More than 600 people showed up for this year’s decade-old Florida Python Hunt in August. According to Florida Today, Pythons swallow any critters in their path that look like lunch and “they spread deadly parasitic diseases to our native snakes.” Thus the need for the hunt, which engages the state’s citizens to join in the annual Everglades conservation. The annual event gives citizen hunters an opportunity to win as much as $10,000 in prizes and to “increase awareness about invasive species in the state and the threats they pose to Florida’s ecology.”
some that come to mind. Of course. If you have a field that has not been soil tested for more than 3 to 5 years, it is very important to do that. Having an issue in a field may make a test even more critical.
In conclusion, I know this is nothing new but it continues to be a valuable part of farm management and farming decisions.
SEPT 24 MTG REMINDER
Please do not forget the Tuesday, September 24, community town hall meeting coming up. It will begin at 6 pm and be at the Bixler Building here in Unionville. We really want and need your help to move the town and city in a positive direction so plan to attend and be a part of the future vision.
REMINDERS
Do not forget the Market on the Square continues every Saturday morning from 7 to 11 am until the end of October. Locally grown fruits and vegetables are in full scale with watermelons, squash and muskmelons joining beets, tomatoes, cucumbers, green beans, zucchinis, potatoes, apples and peaches in addition to baked goods, eggs, crafts and other products are available. There are other markets around our area too so check them out also.
4-H in Putnam County, due to our later fair, begins enrollments in October. Please check
it out if your kids are 5 to 18 or contact the extension office (947-2705) to ask more about 4-H.
THOUGHT: “Sometimes all you need is a really good cup of coffee and 5 million dollars”!
2024 Fair Art Show Results
Submitted by Kay Bonifazi
Area artists exhibited a wide variety of talent at the 2024 Fair. Artwork must be original and created withing the last two years. Here are the judged results.
Adult Best of Show: Linda Robinson, “Dahlia Visitor”. Youth Best of Show: Anna Leeper, “Ollie.” People’s Choice: Ruth Hines, “Grandpa’s Barn.”
Selling vehicles, John Deere tractor, farm implements, guns, ammo, outdoor items, lots of coins and more. Public Auction September 21st. Selling antiques, mowers, household, yard decor and more.
Pribyl, “Canine Trio,” third, Brian Womboldt, “We Need God.”
Marker: first, Guy Conner Evans, “Alumna Reunion,” second, Brian Womboldt, “Old Timer,” third, Kim Jarman, “Petals.”
Misc. Watercolor: first, Ruth Hines, “City Night Life,” second, Ruth Hines, “Crazy Plants,” third, Kay Bonifazi, “African Mask.”
Colored Pencil: first, Eugenia Sullivan Moley, “Resting on the Way,” second, Nancy Jones, “Birthday Bouquet.”
Youth Acrylic: first, Anna Leeper, “Ollie,” second Schylar Hirst, “Burnt,” third, Bowdy Wood, “Samson.”
Unclaimed prize money can be picked up at the Extension Office in the Courthouse.
Public Notice
Public notices… Your right to know… and be informed of the function of your government are embodied in public notices. In that self-government charges all citizens to be informed; this newspaper urges every citizen to read and study these notices. We strongly advise those citizens seeking further information to exercise their right of access to public record and public meetings.
IN THE 3RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, PUTNAM COUNTY, MISSOURI
PROBATE DIVISION
In the Estate of ) WALDA A. PARIS, Deceased ) )
Case No: 24AJ- ) PR00013 )
Notice to Creditors (Small Estate)
To All Persons Interested in the Estate of WALDA A PARIS, Decedent
On August 20, 2024, a small estate affidavit was filed by the Distributee for the decedent under Section 473.097, RSMo, with the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of PUTNAM COUNTY, Missouri.
All creditors of Decedent, who died on JULY 3, 2024, are notified that Section 473.444, RSMo, sets a limitation period that would bar claims one year after death of Decedent. A creditor
may request that this estate be opened for administration.
Receipt of this notice should be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient may possibly have a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, may possibly be determined from the affidavit on this estate filed in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of PUTNAM COUNTY, Missouri.
Date of first publication: September 4, 2024
Mitzi Shipley, Clerk
/s/ Mitzi Shipley, Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk
Publishing Dates: 9/4/2024, 9/11/2024
“Sometimes you have to step outside of the person you’ve been, and remember the person you were meant to be, the person you wanted to be, the person you are.” -- H.G. Wells
2024 Putnam County Livestock Show Results and Baby
Show Winners
2024 Showman Award Winners
Meredith Strunk took Senior Showmanship honors in the Beef division.
Lexi Valentine showed the Grand Champion Doe. Valentine also took Senior Showmanship honors and showed the Reserve Grand Champion Butcher. Pictured with Valentine is the 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
Anna Leeper took Senior Showmanship honors. Pictured with Leeper are the 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner and Helena Hays, poultry judge.
Adeline Dickerson took Senior Showmanship honors. Pictured with Dickerson is Fair Queen Dylan Hamilton.
Calvin Ruiz took Senior Showmanship honors in the Dairy Goat division. Ruiz also showed the Champion Junior Doe and the Reserve Grand Champion Doe. Pictured with Ruiz is 4-H Princess Kady Wood.
Delaney Hyle took Senior Showmanship honors in Meat Goat division. Pictured with Hyle is Fair Queen Dylan Hamilton.
Kady Wood won Senior Showmanship, pictured with 2024 4-H King Lucas Payne and Judge Eli Henke, Princeton.
This year’s livestock shows were dedicated to MaShelle Trimble, long-standing Putnam County Fair Board member and ardent supporter of all livestock exhibitor in Putnam County and North Missouri.
Delaney Hyle took Senior Showmanship honors in the Sheep division.
Dairy Cattle
Poultry
Elliott Sands showed the Grand Champion Buck. Pictured with Sands is 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
Leon Hopper showed the Reserve Grand Champion Buck. Pictured with Hopper is 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
Zander Ryals showed the Reserve Grand Champion Doe. Pictured with Ryals is the 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
Katie Halley showed the Grand Champion Butcher. Pictured with Halley is the 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
Annabelle Gorkowski took Junior Showmanship honors. Pictured with Gorkowski is the 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
Henry Leeper took Junior Showmanship honors. Pictured with Leeper is the 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
Karson Cullum won the Cage Maker contest. Pictured with Cullum is the 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
Charley Dickerson showed the Supreme Champion Female. Pictured with Dickerson is Fair Queen Dylan Hamilton.
Gretchen Dickerson showed the Reserve Champion Female. Pictured with Dickerson is Fair Queen Dylan Hamilton.
Syla Valentine took Junior Showmanship honors. Pictured with Valentine is Fair Queen Dylan Hamilton.
After showing four different classes of animals and a “show off” to break a tie,
tha Jo Blanchard took the 2024 PC Fair Master Showman honors.
13-17 Horsemanship: Adalyn Sevits & Socks
Showmanship 8 & under: Colin Rice & Ima Dirty Lady with 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
12 & under Horse Horsemanship: Lily Rice & QT PocJac with 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
Showmanship 13-17: Raylynn Moore & A Latte with Sugar with 2023 4-H Queen Tayla Turner.
High point winners: 8 & under - Raelynn VanGenderen & Dora; Junior High Point Winner - Lily Rice & QT PoCo Jac; Sr. High Point Adalyn Sevits & Socks
Pony Halter class
Western Pleasure class
Champion Gilt shown by Colton McCully with 2024 4-H Queen Katie Halley.
Reserve Champion Gilt shown by Colton McCully with 2024 4-H King Lucas Payne.
Champion Home-raised Gilt and Home-raised Market shown by Brock Munden with 2024 4-H Queen Katie Halley.
Champion Market shown by Cannon Calley with 2024 4-H Queen Katie Halley.
Reserve Champion Market shown by Regan Calley with 2024 4-H Queen Katie Halley and Judge Eli Henke, Princeton.
Colton McCully won Junior Showmanship pictured with 2024 4-H Queen Katie Halley and Judge Eli Henke, Princeton.
4-H Queen Katie Halley with Rate-Of-Gain winners, First Place Brock Munden, Second Place Sophia Morgan, and tied for Third Place Delaney Hyle and MaKenna Smith.
We salute all exhibitors at the Putnam County Fair for your hard work and dedication, and wish a special to the Putnam County Fair Royalty s lute Congratulations
Audra Jackson-Harris, Agent Jill Blanchard, Office Manager “Proud Supporter of Putnam County Youth”
Congratulations to All 4-H/FFA Exhibitors who showed at the P. C. Fair
Syla Valentine (center) showed the Grand Champion Dairy Doe, which was also Champion Dam and Daughter. Pictured with Valentine are 4-H Princess Kady Wood and Lexi Valentine.
Syla Valentine showed the Grand Champion Dairy Wether. Pictured with Valentine is 4-H Princess Kady Wood. Valentine also took Junior Showmanship honors.
Lexi Valentine showed the Reserve Champion Market Wether. Pictured with Valentine is 4-H Princess Kady Wood.
Rate of Gain: first Syla Valentine, second Lexi Valentine, third Syla Valentine. Also pictured 4-H Princess and Queen.
Matthew Blanchard showed the Grand Champion Market Goat. Pictured with Blanchard is Fair Queen Dylan Hamilton.
Ethen Ryals showed the Reserve Champion Market Goat. He also showed both the Grand Champion Buck and Reserve Champion Buck and the Reserve Champion Junior Doe. Pictured with Ryals are Katie Gadberry and 4-H Prince Roper Foster.
Kiara Calcutt took Junior Showmanship honors. Pictured with Calcutt are 4-H Prince Roper Foster and Lyndi Payne.
Rate of Gain (L to R): Kohner Alexander, third, Trinity Alexander, second, Matthew Blanchard first.
MaKenna Smith showed the Grand Champion Bull. Pictured with Smith are Miss Congeniality Keelee Huse and Tyler Smith.
Josie Tipton showed the Reserve Champion Bull. Pictured with Tipton is Fair Queen First Runner Up Bailey Diveley.
Roper Foster showed the Grand Champion Female. Pictured with Foster are Miss Congeniality Keelee Huse and Beef Judge Jack Greene.
Scout Van Genderen showed the Grand Champion Market Animal. Pictured with Van Genderen are Miss Congeniality Keelee Huse and 4-H King Lucas Payne
Lea Simmons showed the Reserve Champion Market Animal. Pictured with Simmons are Fair Queen First Runner Up Bailey Diveley and Beef Judge Jack Greene.
(Right): Beef Rate of Gain winners (L to R): Lea Simmons, third place (2.977 lb/day); MaKenna Smith (3.00 lb/day, second place and Emmitt Fleshman, first place (3.27 lb/day)
Hesston Van Genderen won Junior Showmanship honors in the Beef division. Pictured with Van Genderen is 4-H King Lucas Payne.
Zach Durbin showed the Champion Ram. He is pictured with Kady Wood, 4-H Princess.
Zach Durbin, pictured with Roper Foster, 4-H Prince, showed the Reserve Champion Ram.
Zach Durbin showed the Champion Young Flock.
Treyton Trent showed the Champion Pair of Ewes. Holding the Ribbon is mom Triffany Trent.
Samantha Jo Blanchard, pictured with Katie Halley, showed the Champion Ewe and Champion Home-Raised Ewe.
Delaney Hyle, pictured with 4-H Princess Kady Wood, showed the Reserve Champion Ewe
Delaney Hyle, pictured with 4-H Prince Roper Foster, showed the Champion Market Lamb.
Samantha Jo Blanchard, pictured with 4-H Princess Kady Wood, showed the Reserve Champion Market Lamb.
Oliver Caley showed the Champion HomeRaised Market Lamb.
Riley Jones showed the Reserve Champion Home-Raised Market Lamb.
Martinstown School 4-H Club showed the Champion Club Pen of 3. Pictured L. to R. Dayne Hyle, Delaney Hyle and Oliver Caley.
Dayne Hyle showed the Champion Pair of Market Lambs.
Josie Tipton won Junior Showmanship.
Rate of Gain Winners were: 1st Place, Treyton Trent; 2nd Place, Samantha Jo Blanchard; and 3rd Place, Dillon Jones
Putnam County Fair
Baby Show
Girls, 0-3 months, Maylee Gilworth, first place.
Girls, 4-6 months, Lena Bane, first place.
Girls, four years old, Aspen Johnson, first place.
Girls, 7-12 Months, first Honey Caillier, second Hadley Heidenwith, third VayLynn Laws.
Girls, 13-18 Months, first Blakely Cuellar, second Jolee Vestal, third Charlotte Santee.
Girls, 19-23 Months, first Ella Price, second Stormi Durbin, third Brylee Penfield.
Girls, Two Years Old, first Brynna Wyant, second Lucy Helbing, third Koda Christian.
Girls, Three Years Old, first Savannah Worley, second Joslin Brittain, third Ila Summers.
Boys, 0-3 Months, first Kolton Massey, second Asher Summers, third Stetson Anderson.
Boys, 4-6 Months, first Franklin Waugh, second Ridge Buford.
Boys, 13-18 Months, first Kohen Ruggles, second Breckyn Mendenhall, third Camden Helbing.
Boys, Two Years Old, first Henry Herbst, second Blaine Twenter, third Riot Vestal.
Boys, 19-23 Months, first Wesley Summers, second Layne Jarman.
Pictured left: Boys, Three Years Old, first Colt Hendee
Putnam County Fair 2024 Farm Family
The Paul and Susan Ryals family was chosen for the 2024 Farm Family at the Putnam County Fair
Mary Oden Memorial Award
Jeff and Jackie Oden
recognized 4-H Members nominated by each of the Putnam County 4-H clubs for special recognition in honor of their mother, Mary Oden, 4-H Youth Program Associate.
This year’s nominations were
Josie Tipton
Haley Wood Scout VanGenderen
Syla Valentine
Tayla Turner
Caleb Rouse
Skylar Hirst and Benjamin Rouse
Each nominee received $50.00 and the winner, Haley Wood, $200.00
Putnam County Monuments
Howard Luscan
Proudly Supports the Exhibitors of the 2022 Putnam County Fair
MaShelle Trimble Memorial Award
Lea Simmons was the first recipient of the ‘True Grit Award’ given in honor of MaShelle Trimble
Thank You Iowa Steel and Wire for purchasing my Grand Champion Home-Raised Market Hog Brock Munden
Thank You Brundage Farms Reggie & Britney for purchasing my Reserve Champion Home-Raised Market Lamb Riley Jones
Thank You Schoonover Electric, Plumbing & HVAC for purchasing my Grand Champion HomeRaised Mkt Steer and 2nd Place Rate-of-Gain Makenna Smith
Thank You Channel Seed Cole & Courtney Lawler for supporting my Rabbit Project Xander Ryals Thank You Putnam County State Bank for purchasing my Market Hog / 2nd Place Rate-of-Gain Sophia Morgan Thank You Green City Livestock & Brinkley Angus Farm for purchasing my Market Steer/1st Place Rate-of-Gain Emmitt Fleshman Thank You Putnam County State Bank for purchasing my Reserve Champion Home-Raised Mkt Wether/3rdPlace Rate-ofGain Kohner Alexander
You Brady & Kara Fleshman for purchasing my Market Goat Hollie Hines
Thank You Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri for purchasing my Market Hog Haley Wood Thank You Kirksville Livestock Market for purchasing my Market Goat Bailey Foster
Thank You Unionville Veterinary Clinic for supporting my Heifer Project Dade Hamilton
Thank You Putnam County State Bank for purchasing my Market Hog Kaleb Head
Thank You Appanoose County Livestock for purchasing my Market Steer Dayne Hyle
Thank You Bright Farms for purchasing my Market Hog Ori Overton
Thank You Unionville Veterinary Clinic for purchasing my Market Goat Marshall Hague Thank You Iowa Steel & Wire for purchasing my Market Goat Ryan Selvy
Thank You Charlies Place for purchasing my Market Chicken Jeriah Houf Thank You Ryan VanGenderen Trucking & PC Financial for purchasing my Market Chicken Ava Kottwitz
Thank You Farm Bureau Insurance, Joe Carter for purchasing my Market Lamb Tylor Ryals
Thank You Perkins Land Company for purchasing my Market Hog Henry Leeper
Thank You Twisted Scissors for purchasing my Market Chicken Staley Wood
Thank You Putnam County Veterinary Clinic for purchasing my Market Rabbit Benjamin Rouse
Thank You Kirksville Livestock Market for purchasing my Market Lamb Zackary Durbin
Thank You Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri for purchasing my Market Hog Kady Wood
Thank You Brady & Kara Fleshman for supporting my Market Rabbit Project Hudson McCollom
Thank You Perkins Land Company for purchasing my Market Chicken Willow Van Horn
Thank You Perkins Land Company for purchasing my Market Goat Lucas Payne Thank You J & R Meat Market for purchasing my Market Hog Anna Leeper
Thank You Perkins Land Company for purchasing my Market Lamb Ashton Ryals
Thank You Putnam County State Bank for supporting my Goat Project Macklyn Overton
You PC MFA Exchange & Elevator for supporting my Lamb Project Oliver Caley
You Putnam County State Bank for supporting my Goat Project Riley Burkhiser
Jake & Lauren Shipley / Whippoorwill Acres for purchasing my Market Rabbit Annabelle Gorkowski
Helena Unionville/ Newtown for supporting my Rabbit Project Kinsley Kay
