09-27-2023 Unionville Republican

Update on Hwy. 5 Intersection Improvements

Pinson/Burkhiser Family 2023 4-H Fair Family

mittee and helped with the renovations for the building that we now have today.

The same stretch of Hwy. 5 viewed looking south (top photo) and north (lower photo).

Photos submitted by Naomi A. Daugherty, NW Comm. Spec., MoDOT

Submitted by Naomi Daugherty, NW Dist. Comm. Spec., MoDOT

As a valued stakeholder, we want to share an update with you regarding the Sullivan County Route 5 intersection improvements for the Roy Blunt Reservoir BUILD grant project.

Major Points:

Route 5 is closed, four miles north of Route 6 to a half-mile north of

Route N, expected to open by November 4th, 2023.

A1 is approximately 50% done, needing only asphalt and grading.

A2 and A3 are approximately 20% and 10% done respectively.

Concrete culvert construction has begun underneath intersection A3.

Garver has taken over as primary quality assurance on the project.

The Pinson/Burkhiser family 4-H journey started many, many years ago with Ann Burkhiser’s dad, Herschel Pinson. Herschel was on the committee to build the 4-H building, along with Nova Richardson (Patsy Shipley’s dad) and Bryce Whittacre (Susan Ryals’ dad). To raise money for the building, calves were fed and raised by various local farmers on their farms and then the calves were brought to the sale and the proceeds were then used towards building the 4-H building in the spot it’s in today.

served in numerous ways for Putnam County 4-H throughout the years. As a child, she made clothing projects that were selected for the Missouri State Fair and Interstate Fair, which was held in St. Joseph, MO. She showed dairy cattle and sheep as a 4-H member. During 4-H she also was selected for a demonstration on making BarB-Q sauce and presented at the district level in Kirksville, MO.

ty 4-H family after marrying Ann and he served as the Superintendent of the Swine building.

Ann’s mother, Ocal Pinson, served as a 4-H club leader and helped with the fair in many different aspects.

Ann was the second generation in the family involved in 4-H and has

As an adult, Ann served as chairman of the 4-H building. At that time, the concrete floors were not sealed and Ann spent many hours cleaning those floors, along with Eddie helping. It was a great relief when the floors finally were sealed! Eddie became part of the Putnam Coun-

As the third generation involved with 4-H, Alan, Paula and Scot Burkhiser started their 4-H journey as part of the Lemons 4-H Club primarily showed swine for 4-H and participated in many different projects. Alan and Paula showed cattle. Alan completed projects for electricity and woodworking. Paula was involved in crafts, outdoorsman, home environment (home decor), foods and much, much more. Paula was selected for demonstrations at the Missouri State Fair for many years. Paula completed 11 years as an active 4-H member. As a parent, Paula also served on the 4-H building com-

As 4-H involvement expanded in the county, Ann and Denise Halley started Rolling Hills 4-H Club at Denise Halley’s home and as it got too big it then moved to the old schoolhouse near the Pinson/Burkhiser farm. Paula’s last 4-H project was starting the Country Classic’s 4-H Club with the help of Gloria Klingner. Paula was the Youth Education Assist for the University Extension council from 1990-1993. Amy and Devin, the youngest children of Ann and Eddie, were part of the Busy Bee’s 4-H club. Amy participated in arts and crafts. Prior to her 6th grade year in school, she was selected during Achievement Day to present a flower arrangement project at the Missouri State Fair. Devin participated as a Clover Kid. Amy and Devin traded 4-H for spending their summers traveling the country on the truck with their dad. Amy and Devin both went on to be involved in FFA through high school. Amy participated in contest teams to the district level. Devin participated in Poultry team contests and started his love of welding by building bale stabbers and gates for the family farm. Currently, Amy is a board member of the Putnam County Extension Council and enjoys helping with the Pie & Dessert auction at

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Back row (L to R): Amber Burkhiser, Parker Burkhiser, Devin Burkhiser, Brityn Wolter-Gallop, Rick Robbins, Paula Robbins, Alan Burkhiser, Amy Burkhiser-Cullum, Joe Koenen. Front row (L to R): Eddie Burkhiser, Ann Burkhiser, Asher Burkhiser, Riley Burkhiser, Michalyn Cullum, Karson Cullum.

by Dr. H. Wade Paris

Cool Water

Jesus said, “whoever drinks of the water I give shall never thirst . . . the water I give shall be a well of water springing up to eternal life” (John 4:14).

If we limit our understanding of Jesus’ words to quenching our thirst, we miss much of the metaphor. Water does more than quench thirst.

Water cleanses. Even in the days before soap, water was used to cleanse the human body. Jesus’ words could surely include cleansing. From the beginning of creation, God has sought to cleanse humankind of sin. The Psalmist put it this way, “Wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow . . .”

Water heals. There are many references in the Bible to the healing power of water. The Old Testament story of Naaman the Leper dipping himself seven times in the Jordan (II Kings 5:1ff). Jeremiah accused the people of forsaking the living waters of God (Jeremiah 2ff). Still, today as close as Arkansas, people journey to Hot Springs seeking the healing power of water.

Water calms. I sat

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in the sand on Waikiki Beach and watched the ocean quietly lap its way to shore. It gave me a wonderful peace. For my daughter’s sixteenth birthday, we put a swimming pool in the back yard. Early in the mornings, I would sit beside the pool and drink my coffee. The quiet stir of the pool and the trickle of a small koi pond nearby quieted my heart for the long day ahead.

Water is beautiful. Stare at a quiet ocean or a still lake, and soon its beauty will dance before your eyes. Contemplate Jesus’ words, and soon their beauty will dance in your heart. Few things are as beautiful to the thirsty as a drink of water.

I cannot say what all Jesus had in mind when He told the crowd, “Come and drink, and rivers of living water will flow through you” (John 7: 37 ff). These and other beautiful thoughts crossed my mind as I read Jesus’ words. Allow me to use the jargon of the day and say of Jesus’ words, “That’s cool!” The Sons of the Pioneers had it right, “Cool Water.”

Karen Bradshaw

Thank you to Judy Robinson who answered the question raised a few weeks ago about the location of the Studebaker dealer in Unionville. The dealership was located on west main in the block where the Health Department is located. In addition to Studebakers, they also sold farm implements.

I don’t know when I had thought of Studebakers but running across the ad and talking with Judy sent me on a trip down memory lane. Thinking on the topic, I realized that a few of my family had owned this brand of trucks and a car or two.

The first one that came to mind was a cousin who inherited and drove her father-inlaw’s orange Studebaker truck clear up until the mid-1980’s. Granted she didn’t travel cross country in it, but it was used locally.

My Uncle Fred and Aunt Dorothy Buffington, who owned a little country grocery/gas station where Hwy. 154 intersects with the turn off to Mark Twain Park had a two-tone maroon and white Studebaker pickup. It was always easy to spot when one of them was in Paris running errands.

I don’t know how common the maroon color was on Studebakers but one of my younger cousins had a maroon Studebaker pedal car

that had all the chrome embellishments, or what appeared to a youngster’s eyes to be chrome, of a regular Studebaker. Her parents (a different aunt and uncle) owned a full-sized four-door model, but I think it was black. I remember there was a ton of room in it. I wonder if she received the pedal car when they bought their car as a “bonus.” I am not sure what make their pickup was, but I am guessing it was a Studebaker, as well.

Curious as to where these vehicles might have been purchased, I put the question to the Monroe County Historical Society Facebook group. It turns out the Curtright Brothers had a Studebaker dealership in the block west of THE four-way stop on Main Street. Just as Unionville does, Paris only has one four-way stop on Main Street.

If you have read this far, thanks for taking this journey down memory lane with me. You never know what will spark a memory or a quest for more knowledge.

Speaking of memories, if you have a memory and/or pictures to share for the PC Historical Society’s Commemorative edition, please share at urep@nemr.net or stop by the newspaper office, Stay curious and have a great week!

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Submitted by Karla Hannaford, GRVCO Board Secretary

The Grand River Valley Choir and Orchestra will begin their 8 weekly Tuesday rehearsals on October 17, 6:30-8:30; choir in the THS Choir Room, Orchestra in the THS Band Room.

The choir is seeking singers in all voices. If you want more information, or are planning to participate, contact Linda Arnold, Choral Conductor, at lkarnold55@gmail.com, or 660.605.1472, so music can be ordered for you.

The orchestra is an

auditioned instrumental ensemble. If you are proficient on violin, viola, or cello, contact Chris Thomas, Orchestral Conductor at thomasclmusician@gmail.com, or 804.878.1972, to discuss an audition.

The GRVCO Winter Concert is scheduled for December 9 at 3:00 p.m. in the Trenton R-IX Performing Arts Center. As plans develop, they will be shared through the news media, Trenton Chamber of Commerce, area churches, the GRVCO website, and our Facebook Page.

Thursday, September 28

Ham & Brown Beans, Roasted Red Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Corn Bread, Spiced Apples

Friday, September 29

BUFFET, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, 3 Bean Salad, Rhubarb

Crisp w/Ice Cream

Monday, October 2

Pork Cutlet, WW

Bread, Mashed Potatoes, Cheesy Broccoli, Fruit

Tuesday, October 3

Aloha Chicken, California Blend Vegetables, Parsley Potatoes, Pineapple, Cake

Wednesday, October 4

SALAD BAR, Beef & Noodles, Peas & Carrots, Pickled Beets, Fruit

Omaha Baptist Church

Sunday Morning Bible Study for ALL Ages at 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m.

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

Thursday, September 28

Katrina Gatlin, Cameron Knowles, Patty

Sury, Justin Henry

Friday, September 29

Helen Dawson, Mendi Conner, Krysta Owings, Dan Jones, Gary Haught, Andy Robinson, Kori Hornaday, Bob Briggs, Bob Smith

Saturday, September 30

Sandy Lutz, Travis Moss, Dylan Owings, Jeremy Riley, J. Bret Johnson, Kaitlynn Smith

Sunday, October 1

Juanita Hall, Reggie Dunkin, Dennis Hamilton, Jason Hamilton,

Amanda Gragg, Twila Lochhead

Monday, October 2 Jessica Childers, Cody Ray, Kristen Jimeniz, Jerry Mullenix, Levi E. Fowler, Julie Brundage, Josie Tipton, Bayler Fleshman, Samantha Leach

Tuesday, October 3

Lynda Cowan, Shawn Stuckey, Zach Stout, Angel Sells, Jaylen Wood, Scotty Bowman

Wednesday, October 4 David Smith, Seth Craver, Lola Lundsford, Joshua Miller, Lori McCabe, Dre Hunt

I was fortunate to know five of my great grandparents. Frank Collins and Fannie Evans were born in 1880. Harve Pauley

Kevin Collins and wife Mary E. were born in 1886 as was Mary Minear. I was struck with the thought the other day: “I knew people who were born in 1880!”

That must make me really old! (I’m not!)

709 S. 27th St., Unionville 660-947-2200

People Serving Local Families”

Drought Assessment Committee Meets Oct. 4

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Missouri

Department of Natural Resources’ Drought Assessment Committee will convene Monday, Oct. 4, to continue coordinating a comprehensive state and federal response to drought conditions affecting portions of the state. It will be the committee’s fourth meeting since Governor Mike Parson issued a drought alert May 31, with Executive Order 23-05.

The Drought Assessment Committee will meet at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 4, in the LaCharrette/ Nightingale conference rooms of the Lewis and Clark Building, 1101 North Riverside Drive, in Jefferson City. The meeting is open to the public and will also be livestreamed via Webex at stateofmo.webex. com/stateofmo/j.php?MTID=m17bd72ce8afc9a06d8ae83ea4eb8a941.

The Agriculture Impact Team, comprised of technical experts, will meet at 1 p.m., Sept. 21. The team gathers information and provides reports and recommen-

Federal Government Approves Governor Parson’s Request For Major Disaster Declaration

dations to the Drought Assessment Committee.

The Drought Assessment Committee is made up of representatives from state and federal partner agencies who provide information, recommendations and coordination to mitigate impacts of the drought. Executive Order 23-05 declared a drought alert for Missouri counties that are in moderate, severe or extreme drought. Nearly all of Missouri has experienced at least abnormally dry conditions this summer.

Missourians are encouraged to assist local, state and national decision makers better understand drought conditions in their area by submitting a survey form via the Condition Monitoring Observer Reports (CMOR) service at droughtimpacts.unl.edu/ Tools/ConditionMonitoringObservations.aspx.

Updated drought information, including a link to the U.S. Drought Monitor map of Missouri, and much more, is available at dnr.mo.gov/ drought.

Trammel Estate Auction

Real Estate Sept. 29th 5 p.m.

2323 Main St., Unionville

Personal Property Sept. 30th 10 a.m.

@ 16897 St Hwy 5, Unionville

REAL ESTATE: 1 1/2 story, 3bdrm, 1 1/2 bath K, LR, DR, full basement, central heat/air, 2 porches, cellar, 2 car garage, dbl. lot, circle drive, lots of shade, middle of town, great first home or investment opportunity. 10% down payment required sale day, remainder due at closing.

PERSONAL PROPERTY: Antiques--oak rockers, waterfall oak pedestal table and 6 highback chairs, wooden trunk, several pcs. graniteware, 10 pcs. Wagner cast iron bean pots and skillets, cream cans, 25+ stone crocks 1-8gal. & stone crock jugs, sad irons, blue/green ball jars, fruit boxes, Singer treadle sewer, library table, metal step stool, full and single iron bed frames, waterfall mirrored chest of drawers, tiger wood dresser, tiger wood hi-boy, ornate buffet, night stands, Modern--GE 20cu.ft. refrigerator, GE 18cu.ft upright freezer, GE electric range, Tappan gas range, Roper washer/dryer, metal cabinet, 4 drawer dresser, rubbermaid shelving, tool boxes, Kitchen aid industrial mixer, inversion table, XL vase, 18spd. mountain bike, lg box of fabric, lg. asst of rugs, several dz. canning jars, picnic table, propane tanks, canning pots, roaster, galv. tubs, bushel baskets, several boxes of misc.

**Preview home by appointment or sale day, personal property Fri. sept. 29th 11am-2pm**Sit down style auction in climate controlled bldg**Concessions by Aunt Denise’s Bakery**Payments accepted--Cash or check (w/ photo ID)**Statements made sale day take precedence**Goto “SANDS AUCTION” ans “Like” us on FB for full list and photos SANDS AUCTION SERVICE

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – On September 21, Governor Mike Parson announced that President Joe Biden has approved his request for a major disaster declaration to help local governments and nonprofit agencies in 33 counties in response to multiple severe weather systems that impacted Missouri from July 29 –August 14.

The declaration makes federal public assistance available for the repair of damaged roads, bridges, and other public infrastructure as well as reimbursement of associated emergency response and recovery costs. The Governor’s September 5 request included more than $14 million in qualifying expenses that had already been identified.

“This is important news for the communities that have been repeatedly impacted by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding this summer,” Governor Parson said. “We appreciate the President making federal assistance available, which will provide millions of dollars in much needed support to help repair roads, bridges, and other vitally important

Unionville Lions Club Donates to Buddy Pack Program

infrastructure across the state.”

The following counties are included in the President’s disaster declaration: Adair, Barry, Barton, Bates, Benton, Bollinger, Camden, Christian, Clark, Crawford, Dade, Gentry, Greene, Grundy, Henry, Iron, Knox, Madison, Maries, Mississippi, Morgan, New Madrid, Ozark, Perry, Scotland, Scott, Shelby, St. Clair, Ste. Genevieve, Taney, Vernon, Wayne, and Worth.

The disaster declaration also makes assistance available statewide through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Hazard Mitigation Program, which assists with cost-effective measures to reduce the potential for future damage to public infrastructure as a result of natural disasters.

Individuals with unmet needs should contact United Way 211. Call 2-1-1 for assistance or visit http://211helps.org. For additional resources and information about disaster recovery in Missouri, please visit recovery.mo.gov.

BID NOTICE

The City of Unionville will be taking bids to take down 1700 Main Street. The bids should include DNR inspection and demolition of the building. Removal of the debris is required with the exception of the brick, which needs to be left in a pile. The successful bidder will be required to possess contractors’ insurance, as well as abide by the Missouri Prevailing Wage Laws.

The bids are due to City Hall by October 4th by 5:00 pm.

The City of Unionville reserves the right to reject any and all bids submitted and requests additional information. For more information contact City Hall.

Now Hiring

Mighty Mini Warriors Daycare at Seymour Community School District is looking for full-time and part-time daycare associates.

Hours will vary from 6 a.m.- 6 p.m.. Experience in a childcare setting is preferred but not necessary. The benefit package includes half off childcare and more. Call 641-898-2291 or email Shannon Starr at shannon.starr@seymourcsd.org for more details.

Bryan Walter, President of the Unionville Lions Club, is shown presenting a donation from the Unionville Lions Club to Mary Frank for the local program.

The Buddy Pack program provides meals and snacks for elementary students to take home at the end of each school week to meet nutritional needs on the weekends. Buddy Packs are pre-packaged bags with a variety of food each week, with items like easy-to-make meals, cereal and peanut butter. A donation of $270 provides Buddy Packs to one student for a year. For more information visit the Food Bank website at sharefoodbringhope.org or contact Mary at 660-947-2827.

Upcoming Veterans Events for Oct. 2023

Submitted by Wayne Kleinschmidt, Veteran Service Officer

Monday October 2nd

9am to 2pm A Veterans Service Officer will be present at Trenton VFW Post 919 to help with VA paperwork and answer any questions. You are asked to bring a copy of your DD-214, and all VA paperwork you may have.

KC Vet Center is planned from 12pm2pm

Friday October 6th

9am to 2pm A Veterans Service Officer will be present at Trenton

VFW Post 919 to help with VA paperwork and answer any questions. You are asked to bring a copy of your DD-214, and all VA paperwork you may have.

A Veteran Service Officer is available on call all month by calling: 660 359 2078.

We are looking for people who would like to be VA Shuttle Drivers. We currently are in desperate need for a shuttle driver.

For more information please call 660-3592078.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Manuscript Restored

Securing Missouri’s most famous author’s work for another century

JEFFERSON CITY, MO, SEPT. 20, 2023 –The hand-written manuscript of “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” by Mark Twain has returned home to its official display at the Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site after being conserved and preserved.

The public is invited to attend a special ceremonial unveiling of “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” on Thursday, Sept. 28, at 1 p.m. at the Mark Twain Boyhood Home State Historic Site located at 37352 Shrine Road in Florida, Missouri. The public will hear from Secretary of State John Ashcroft and members of the team who helped in the restoration process, as well as Department of Natural Resources Director Dru Buntin.

Written in 1876, “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” was placed at the historic site by a special act of the Missouri State Legislature when the museum opened in 1960,

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and has been on display ever since. After taking some museum conservation courses, park team members at the historic site became concerned about the long-term effect that artificial lighting was having on the manuscript.

The manuscript, which had been on display since the site received it, was removed from its case and examined, and found to be in need of extensive restoration and conservation work.

The Missouri Secretary of State’s Office conservators repaired on this state treasure at no charge. Since the repairs have been finished, the manuscript has been resting in Missouri State Park’s archive room, waiting for its unveiling.

“We were fortunate enough to purchase a new display case,” said David Kelly, director of Missouri State Parks.

“This new case is temperature-, light- and humidity-controlled to a much greater extent, which will help prolong the manuscript’s life.”

complex and rich with beauty and realness.

Playing behind his fifth studio album, “Spring Done Sprung”, Doughty is continuing to make a name for himself around the Midwest. With solid finger-style guitar picking and a rich baritone voice he brings a dynamic of warmth and richness to the stage, Doughty’s performances are always passionate and full of energy and songs that touch in the common life moments that we all share. Doughty’s main passion in life is to share his music with the very people who help influence it; the real, hard working, everyday people that make this beautiful world go around.

“We are constantly on the lookout for talent to bring to the Bixler, especially if they have a connection to this area”, said Tom Keedy, the concert promoter for the Bixler 108 Listening Room. “Ryne came to my attention last year when more than one of the other artists that have been at the

Bixler mentioned Ryne Doughty. I got a chance to hear Ryne perform at Summerset Winery near Indianola, Iowa. He was as good as reported and we immediately started talking about a date for him to come to Unionville. He will be here on Sunday, October 1,” Keedy added. Show time at the Bixler is 7 pm. Admission is free. During the show donations will be accepted to help support these musical artists and to help assure that more great live music can be brought to Unionville. Check the Facebook page (The Bixler 108) for details for this and other upcoming events and contact Tom Keedy at 660-626-7803 or at thebixler108@gmail. com with any questions.

Wanting more of the Listening Room Series? Here are the upcoming shows. Oct. 5, the Local Legends; Oct. 7, Nashville artist, Caitlin Cannon, with an opening act by Schuyler Douglas from Queen City, MO.

By Ross Malone

September 27, 1901 – A student band was organized at Mizzou. John C. Walker was chosen to lead the band again as he had done in 1900. That was the birth of Marchin’ Mizzou.

September 28, 1893 –Animal Cages were lost from a circus train near Trenton and the animals which survived ran free in the countryside. Involved in the rescue and re-capturing were the tiny Major Ray (later known to all as Buster Brown) and his best friend Shade Shields, the Texas Giant. Both were from Hornersville.

September 29, 1953 – The Post-Dispatch reported that General Motors was planning to build a new plastic car in St. Louis. Sure enough, every Corvette in America was built there from 1953 to 1981.

September 30, 1911 –Missouri Valley College at Marshall announced

that, because of parental objections and “lack of material” (young men), the school would have no football team that year.

October 1, 1826 –Jefferson City officially became the state capital. That day, state records, equipment and the Great Seal were rowed up the Missouri River by canoes to Jefferson City.

October 2, 1908 – An organization of Christian traveling men calling themselves the Gideons were meeting in Kansas City. They adopted a plan to put a Bible in every hotel room in the nation.

October 3, 1855 – The very first Southeast Missouri District Fair was underway at Cape Girardeau. It has continued annually ever since.

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

October 2023 Clinic Schedule

Auditor Reports to Council That City in Good Financial Shape

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Unionville City Council was called to order by Mayor Charley Bill Pittman at 5:30 PM on Thursday, September 21, 2023, with all aldermen [Gary Davis, Kellie Purdy, Eric Lutz and Jason Hill] in attendance.

The first visitor on the agenda, Michelle Miller, inquired about opening a crafting store in a building toward the back of the property on 507 N 18th Street. The council discussed and approved and provided information on the steps she would have to take.

Jesse Knowles was on the agenda but had called to say he was unable to attend and would reschedule.

The final visitor was auditor Bob Conrad who passed out copies of the audit and reviewed them with the council. Conrad stated the city was in a

good financial position.

Purdy motioned to approve the consent agenda. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.

Staff reports were reviewed. T. J. Payne, Water/Wastewater Dept., reported the department had drained and winterized the pool, replaced a water main and a line. He added that the pump at the north lagoon had been repaired and is working well. He will meet with Josh Stewart, Benton and Associates, next week.

Mayor Pittman reported there is trouble with the asphalt cracking on some of the streets. A representative from the company is comping to look at the problem.

With no Old Business, the first item of New Business was opening and reviewing the bids for the Water Department ceiling. Two bids

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were received. Purdy motioned to accept Scott Robinson’s bid. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 3-1, with Davis voting nay.

The next item was Bank Resolution. City Treasurer Amy Homann explained that concerned the USDI deposits and refunds. Purdy motioned to accept. Lutz

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seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.

At 6:10 PM, Purdy motioned to enter closed session as per RSMo 610.021 (1) Legal actions, causes of action or litigation … following a seven-minute break. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 3-1, with Davis voting nay.

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Fourth generation involved in 4-H - Ryan Robbins, the son of Rick & Paula Robbins was a member of Classic Kids 4-H club. Ryan participated in woodworking, bucket calves, welding and foods because he loves baking. Ryan also participated in FFA during high school where he continued to improve his woodworking and welding skills learned during 4-H. Britni and Emily, Paula’s daughters, also participated in FFA during high school.

Amy’s children, Michalyn and Karson, are members of the Sunshine Kids 4-H Club. Michalyn is a third year 4-H member and was a Clover Kid. She participates in rabbits, poultry, arts & crafts, scrapbooking and photography. She currently serves as the club treasurer. Karson has finally made it past the Clover Kids age and

Registration Now for 12th Annual Katy Trail Fall Color Tram Tours

JEFFERSON CITY, MO

– The public is invited to experience dramatic scenery and fall colors along the Missouri River bluffs during the Fall Colors Tram Tours on Wednesday, Oct. 18, and Thursday, Oct.19.

is in his first year of 4-H. Karson participates in rabbits, poultry, arts & crafts and woodworking.

Devin’s children, Riley and Parker, are active members of the Sunshine Kids 4-H Club. Riley is currently the club vice-president. Riley participates in woodworking, photography, sewing, arts & crafts and welding projects and has had multiple welding projects selected for the Missouri State Fair, including this year’s horse firepit which was on display in the 4-H building and auctioned at the fair. Parker participates in woodworking, photography, arts & crafts and welding.

Fifth generation of the family, Brityn, grandson of Paula, has been involved in 4-H as a Clover Kid and looks forward to joining again as a 4-H member to continue his love of woodworking and foods.

The two-hour, roundtrip tours will take visitors on the Katy Trail between Rocheport and McBaine in the comfort of an open-air tram coach. This 9-mile section of the trail is known for its striking fall colors along the bluffs and striking views of the Missouri River. As riders enjoy the scenery, interpretive guides will explain the natural history and cultural features along the trail. The tours are free and open to the public, with a suggested donation of $5 for adults and $3 for children age 12 and under.

Tours will depart from Rocheport at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. both days. Advance registration is required. To register, please call the Katy Trail State

Park office at 573-4497402 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, or register online at icampmo1. usedirect.com/MSPWeb/ Activities/Search.aspx. Each tour consists of six trams, with each tram seating 20 people. In the event of inclement weather, the tours will be canceled.

The tours are cosponsored by Missouri State Parks and Boone Electric Cooperative.

For more information on Missouri state parks and historic sites, or to view the Park and Site Status Map, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

For more information on Missouri state parks and historic sites, or to view the Park and Site Status Map, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

History Matters Courtesy of the Great American Book Prize

By John Grimaldi and David Bruce Smith

The British Pilgrims were not the first Europeans to settle in America. According to the Library of Congress, “when the London Company sent out its first expedition to begin colonizing Virginia on December 20, 1606, it was by no means the first European attempt to exploit North America. In 1564... French Protestants (Huguenots) built a colony near what is now Jacksonville, Florida. This intrusion did not go

unnoticed by the Spanish, who had previously claimed the region…”

A year later--on September 20, 1565--Spanish forces ambushed the French near Jacksonville, FL; they—then--retreated to Quebec and Nova Scotia.

For more information, the Grateful American Book Prize suggests The French in Early Florida: In the Eye of the Hurricane by John T. Mcgrath.

Despite Loss, Midgets Showing Improvement Team

Plagued With Injuries

Midgets dodged a close one.

Putnam County went four and out, punting out of the end zone to the 38 yard line.

The first quarter ended with a 0-0 tie score and the Hornets in possession at the ten yard line.

Seconds into the second quarter, Westran punched the ball in and then ran the ball for the two-point conversion to lead 8-0.

Putnam County fans watched their favorite team continue to struggle as they fell to Westran 14-24 and hearts dropped as another player, Jude Watt, came out of the game due to injuries.

Coach Adam Huse has been dealing with injuries all season, getting a player back just to watch another come out. Huse has made adjustments and his team continues to show improvement despite the losses.

The Midgets took the opening kickoff and returned the football to the 42 yard line.

Putnam County showed promise on their first drive converting a third-and-one to cross center field at the Hornet 49. They got a second first down reaching the 34 yard line before

getting stalled and was unable to convert on fourth-and-ten.

Westran took over on downs and quickly had a first-and-goal on the one yard line. A fumbled ball ended in the hands of Colton Sells and the

Westran learned a trick from Trenton and kicked the on-side and recovered. The Hornets would convert a fourthand-11 to keep their drive going, reaching the 24 yard line. The Midget defense set the Hornets back four yards on the next play, second=and=14. On fourthand-nine Logan Jones got a Hornet fumble to stop their drive.

Putnam County got the ball at the 29 yard line and got a first down at the 44. They drove to the Hornet 45 then reached

the 34 yard line. Jude Watt took the hand-off and bulled his way into the endzone for a touchdown with 15 seconds on the clock. Watt carried the extra point attempt after to tie the score at eight points each.

Half time saw the game tied up at 8-8.

Westran took the second half kickoff and started their drive on their 35 yard line. They went four and out, punting from the 37.

Putnam County started their drive on their 37 and went four and out aswell.

Westran’s drive was stalled with a flag setting them back ten yards for a second-and-20. An incomplete pass gave them a third-and-20. On the next down, they went to the air and Trace Halley came down with the ball and went almost 70 yards before the Hornets ran him down at the two yard line. Tristen Hendee took the hand-off and scored to put the Midgets on top 14-8.

Westran would score

on their next possession to regain the lead, 16-14.

That score stood at the end of the third quarter.

In the fourth quarter Westran would score at the 9:43 mark to open their lead to 24-14.

Putnam County will travel to Bethany to face the South Harrison Bulldogs. The Bulldogs’ record is 1-4 with their only win a 26-24 win over Gallatin.

Grand River Conference Standing

Trace Halley (11) on his run after intercepting a Hornet pass. Gideon Jones (18) hurdles a Westran player.

Head Coach Adam Huse is ready to congratulate Bentley McCormack after his team scored a tying touchdown.

Angstrom Watt takes the hand-off from Trace Riediger.

Jude Watt carries the ball and prepares for a Hornet hit.

Lady Midgets Sweep PC Varsity Tournament

The Putnam County Lady Midgets swept their tournament capturing the title with three wins defeating Clark County 15-5, Green City 7-2 and Milan 17-4.

The Midgets took an early 2-0 lead in the first inning against the Clark County Lady Indians. Clark tightened the Midget lead to 2-1, before the Midgets went on an eight-run scoring spree in the bottom of the inning to lead 10-1.

In the third inning, both teams put a pair of runs on the board. Clark scored again in the fourth with a run. PC answered that in the fifth with a run of their own. Clark’s final score was a run in the sixth inning, before the Midgets added two more runs to win 15-5 in six.

Allise Perkins led the team in RBIs with five and hit a pair of singles and a double.

Avery Gilworth

reached on a single and posted three RBIs and a stolen base.

Karley Seaton connected for three singles and provided a pair of RBIs. She added a stolen base.

Traylen Brundage reached on a pair of singles and added an RBI. She also posted a stolen base.

Jenna Knowles hit a double and added an RBI.

Maddison Beals and Avigail Harlan each connected for a single and recorded an RBI.

Quinn Webb connected for a single and provided a pair of RBIs. Webb also recorded a stolen base.

The Midgets’ 15 runs came on 13 hits. Clark’s five runs came on six hits.

Facing the Lady Gophers of Green City, the Midgets took a 1-0 lead in the first inning when

Avery Gilworth scored after reaching on a walk. The Midgets added four more runs in the second inning when Maddison Beals, Willow Roberts, Alivia Harlan and Karley Seaton crossed the plate.

The Gophers’ first score came in the third inning, bringing the score to 5-1. Green City’s final run crossed the plate in the fourth inning.

In the sixth inning, Harlan and Seaton each scored to bring the score to 7-2.

Gilworth led the team in RBIs with three and posted a pair of stolen bases.

Seaton had an RBI and stole a pair of bases.

Quinn Webb connected for a double and added a stolen base.

Beals and Roberts both reached on singles.

The Midgets’ sev-

Midgets Defeat Gophers, 13-3

The Lady Midgets hosted the Green City Lady Gophers on Thursday, September 14.

Green City jumped to a 2-1 lead in the first inning, but the Lady Midgets answered with five in the bottom of the second, while the Gophers went 3-0. Neither team got on the board in the third. The Midgets added an additional 3 in the fourth inning. The Gophers put one more score on the board in the top of the fifth. PC clinched a 13-3 win in five innings with an additional four runs in the bottom of the fifth.

Avery Gilworth hit a pair of singles and reached on an error. Gilworth led the team in RBIs with four and posted a pair of stolen bases.

Avigail Harlan also connected on a pair of singles and added an RBI and a stolen base.

Karley Seaton led the team in stolen bases with three and posted a hit.

Alivia Harlan connected for a single. She added a stolen base and accounted for three RBIs.

Allise Perkins reached on a double and stole two bases.

Quinn Webb reached on two walks and a sin-

en runs came off of five hits and seven runners reached on walks. The Gophers’ two runs came on five hits and five went down swinging.

The Midgets capped off the day and secured the championship by defeating the Milan Lady

Wildcats 17-4. Congratulations, on the win and a 6-0 week, which culminated in being named the GRC Team of the Week on September 17.

[Stats were unavailable at press time for the Milan game.]

Lady Midget Golfers Place 9th at Chillicothe

gle. Webb also added a stolen base.

Maddison Beals provided three RBIs and was credited with seven put outs.

The Midgets 13 runs came on 12 hits and they left one runner stranded. The Gophers three runs came on two hits and they left six runners stranded.

On Thursday, September 21, the Lady Midget Golf team competed against 15 other teams at Chillicothe, placing ninth.

In a field of 80 competitors, senior Abbie Koenen placed seventh. Congratulations to Koenen, who has placed well in every tournament so far this fall and to the rest of the golf team!

At the Kirksville tournament on Tuesday, September 19, Koenen placed fourth overall

with an 87. Each team member also recorded a personal best score on the difficult course. Well done, Lady Midgets!

Seniors Koenen and Emma Whitlock were recognized on Wednesday, September 20, when Putnam County hosted Princeton for Senior Night at the Unionville Country Club.

The next meets are Trenton on Wednesday, September 27 and Brookfield on Thursday, October 28.

Rotarian Ron Kinzler presented the middle school Rotary student of the month for August and September last week to Ava Perkins and Haley Wood. Along with a framed certificate, Rotary is giving $25 ‘Midget Money” (booster club merchandise). School administrators are very thankful and enthusiastic about this award. Submitted by Mary Comstock

Putnam County Health Department

Announces Continued WIC Contract

UNIONVILLE, MO

– The Putnam County Health Department announces a contract continuance to provide WIC services for federal fiscal year 2024 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a special supplemental nutrition program providing services to pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children up to their 5th birthday based on nutritional risk and income eligibility. The primary services provided are healthy, supplemental food, risk assessment, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding promotion and support, health screening and referrals to health care. To be eligible for WIC, applicants must have an income of less than or equal to 185% of the poverty level and be at nutritional risk. Migrant families are also eligible.

WIC supplemental food packages are specially chosen to provide foods high in protein, iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C. Eligible women and children receive fortified milk and cheese, eggs, whole grain bread products, hot or cold cereals,

100% fruit juices, and fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables. The WIC program recommends breastfeeding, provides breastfeeding support, baby foods, and infant cereal. For women who cannot or choose not to breastfeed, infants may receive supplemental, iron fortified formula. WIC participants obtain their foods by using their eWIC cards for specific items at participating local grocery stores and pharmacies.

Studies confirm that pregnant women who enroll in WIC during the early months of pregnancy have fewer low birth weight babies, experience fewer infant deaths, see the doctor earlier in pregnancy and eat healthier.

WIC is administered in Putnam County by the Putnam County Health Department. Persons interested in applying or who are in need of more information should contact the Putnam County Health Department at 660-947-4100. WIC clinics are offered at 103 N. 18th St. Unionville, MO 63565.

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution

is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www. usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ USDA-OASCR%20

P-Complaint-Form0508-0002-508-11-2817Fax2Mail.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter ad-

dressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date

of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence

Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or email: program.intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

WIC Income Guidelines

WIC Income Guidelines in English (above) and Spanish (below)

Ryne Doughty at the Bixler 108 Listening Room October 1

Lake Wide Garage Sale - Lake Thunderhead

September 28th - 30th

Maps will be available Thursday the 28th in the morning @ the Lake Office

10567 Wildflower Drive

(Meadow Rue, 14)

Friday 29th - 8-5pm, Saturday 30th - 8-5

SHOP UNTIL YOU DROP

mugs - “New” in the box! Jewelry - Turquoise, Sterling Silver, “new”/ never worn. Bogg Gas“new.”

Washington, Iowa, native and folk/Americana singer, Ryne Doughty will be the featured performer at Bixler 108 on Sunday, October 1, at 7:00 PM.

Music from the Heartland. Songs from the heart.

Ryne Doughty, a Folk/Americana singer-songwriter out of Des Moines, IA, will be at the Bixler 108 Listening Room in Unionville, MO on Sunday October 1, 2023 at 7:00 pm.

Doughty’s music is deeply rooted in real life stories of love, loss, work,

and play. His stripped down, earthy sound is directly influenced by the small, rural town where he was born and raised, Washington, Iowa. The hard-working, simple living, and friendly way of life of the Midwest shines through his music that is understated yet

This is the sale you need to shop at for designer purses! There will be Coach, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Holy Cow Couture. In pristine condition: “new” with tags still attached. Fabulous colors and styles! Clothing of Michaels Kors, Under Armour, Kate Spade, The North Face, Nike, Miss Me Jeans... A large selection of Women’s clothing, many items never worn! Mainly Large to X-large sizes. Priced to sell. There will be brand “New” Yeti Coolers and Glitzy Girl coolers for sale.

Stanley Travel cups: red, white, blue with bling, cheetah printblack & white, campfire

“New “ Western benches - 2 Vintage telephone table - nice piece.

“New” fishing lures, organizing racks, vintage beer advertising items. With a garage sale purchase, receive a free candy bar!! For as long as the supply lasts! What a deal!!!

Multi Family

Garage Sale: 31103 Eagle Lane

Sept 28-30

Smejkal, Frost, Carmichael, Minear & Jervey

Thursday - 9-5pm Friday - 9-5pm

Saturday - 9-12pm Paleon Water pump & extra fittings, coins, 36” exterior doors, Utility sink with faucet. Infant, toddler, Youth Boys &

The City of Unionville

The City of Unionville, Missouri is requesting proposals for services to complete a lead service line inventory, and/or provide lead service line replacement plan services. The scope of required services is described below. The completed lead service line inventory spreadsheet should adhere to 40 CFR 141084. Funding for the project is through the Missouri Department of Natural Resources' Financial Assistance Center (FAC).

Scope of Services:

1.Records Review. May include but not restricted to:

•Reviewing available records to determine the presence, absence, or likelihood of lead in service lines. Records to review may include, but are not limited to: Construction records, building codes or ordinances, as-built drawings, system maps, specifications from previous infrastructure projects, construction contracts, meter or service line replacement records, etc.

•Outreach efforts with the general public including drafting inventory-related documents to inform the public, disseminating door hangers, speaking with private home owners, etc.

2.In-Field Verification of an estimated 420 service lines. May include but not restricted to:

•Potholing or excavating (mechanical or vacuum) service lines to determine the material present.

•Internal or external CCTV investigation of service line material.

•Water Quality Sampling

•Visual inspection of service lines including inside a home or building.

3.Administrative Assistance. May include but not restricted to:

•Completion and Submission of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Lead Service Line Inventory Spreadsheet, by October 16, 2024 or sooner.

•Creating hardcopy and/or GIS maps indicating location and details of surveyed service lines.

•Assistance with preparing grant reimbursement requests.

•Attending limited council meetings to report on Inventory progress,

4.Replacement Plan Services. May include but not restricted to:

•A strategy for determining the composition of lead status unknown service lines in its inventory;

•A procedure for conducting full lead service line replacement;

•A strategy for informing customers before a full or partial lead service line replacement;

•For systems that serve more than 10,000 persons, a lead service line replacement goal rate recommended by the system in the event of a lead trigger level exceedance;

•A procedure for customers to flush service lines and premise plumbing of particulate lead;

Girls clothing. Women & Men’s clothing and accessories. Household misc., King bedding, home & fall decor, Fabric & Crafts.

Cash Only

24301 Shady Lane (Golden Aster Addition)

September 28th - 30th

9:00am - 3:00pm

Big variety of quality clothing for your family at great prices! Also, Misc items.

24020 Golden Aster Drive, Lake Thunderhead

Friday - 10:00 - 4:00 pm

Saturday 9:00 - 12:00 pm

Barbie house, kids clothes and toys. Few Household items. Most everything $1.00 Refreshment stand by Lennin.

11432 295th Road, Unionville

Multi- Family Sale

7 miles North on Hwy 5, turn Right on 295th Road.

Friday 29th - 8am-?

Saturday 30th - 8am -? Stroller, Baby bed, Car seat, Grill, TV, Household items. Toys, Dog boots, Something for Everyone.

•A lead service line replacement prioritization strategy based on factors including but not limited to the targeting of known lead service lines, lead service line replacement for disadvantaged consumers and populations most sensitive to the effects of lead; and

•A funding strategy for conducting lead service line replacements which considers ways to accommodate customers that are unable to pay to replace the portion they own.

Qualification information provided to the City of Unionville shall include:

•The specialized experience and technical competence of the bidder with respect to the type of services required;

•The capacity and capability of the bidder to perform the work in question, including specialized services, within the time limitations fixed for the completion of the project;

•The past record of performance of the bidder with respect to such factors as control of costs, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules;

•The bidder's proximity to and familiarity with the area in which the project is located.

This project is being financed through the Missouri State Revolving Fund; by the Water and Wastewater Loan Revolving Fund and federal Capitalization Grants to Missouri.

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 further explained at the link provided below.

The appropriate state and federal wage rates are applicable to this project. Additional documentation and information regarding the federal funding requirements for each bidder to consider can be found at the following link and are hereby considered incorporated by reference into this RFP: https://dnr.mo.gov/water/what-were-doing/financial-assistance-opportunities/drinking-water-state-revolving-fund-dwsrflead-service-line.

Please provide a proposal including price for the above services, no later than 5:00 p.m. on November 1, 2023 to the attention of Linnette Caley, City Clerk at 1611 Grant St., Unionville, MO 63565 or email Lcaley@ nemr.net.

Selection Process: Once the City of Unionville evaluates all submitted proposals and/or qualifications, the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. The selected bidder will be required to complete documentation pertaining to the federal funding requirements prior to executing a contract for the listed services at the quoted price.

The City of Unionville is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Bixler 108 ... Cont. to pg. 4

Unionville Republican Classifieds

www.unionvillerepublicanonline.com

FOR SALE

Purebred Angus Bulls

READY FOR SPRING BREEDING

12 - 20 month old Medicine Oak Farms

William H. Godfrey Powersville

660-592-2626

660-626-7892

$5.00 for first 15 words

25¢ per word after 15 All Classifieds Pre-Paid unless account exists

Deadline is Friday at 12:00 p.m. Noon

Rouse Heating & Cooling 660-216-9959

Electrical, Plumbing, Trenching and Backhoe Service. Sell & Install AIREASE furnace and

A/C. Fujitsu mini-split heat pumps

Jason Rouse, owner 11-18-tfn

Seaton Excavating & Basements For all your concrete & dirt work needs. Call Kevin 660-216-2423 tfn

Hunting

For Rent: Store Building on Square - former “Made with Love.” $400 a month plus deposit. 641-919-4147

AP ROLL-OFFS

Commercial & Residential

15 & 20 Yard Dumpsters.

Portable Storage

Austin Peters 641-856-9988 aprolloffs1@gmail.com

KV Excavating Dirt Work & Land Clearing. House Demolation .

Bryce Koenen- 660-9884921

Nicholas VanGenderen641-895-7800

Dave’s Tire Shop

We have a Credit Card Machine! Now offering Computer wheel balancing, Tire sensor repair & replacement & New and used tires. 660947-7007.

OPEN SAT. 7am-2pm. 8-23-tfn

Altiser Auction & Appraisal Taking Consignments Buying Estates - Coins 660626-4960 7-17-tfn

Dennis’s Small Engine Repair & Service

Dennis Kroemer - Owner Offers service and parts for most makes and models of lawnmowers, trimmers, chainsaws, tillers, generators, pressure washers.

Interstate Battery Dealer Debit/Credit Accepted. 27051 226th St. Unionville, MO. 660-3442254 or 785-294-8059

Dennissmallenginerepairshop.com tfn

PLUMBING & EXCAVATING LLC

•Sewer, Water, & Electric Installation & Repair

•Grinder Pump Installation & Repairs

•Rotor Rooter

•Water Heaters

•Hydrant & Cattle Tank Installation & Repairs

•New Construction/Remodel Plumbing

•Trenching & Excavating

Dylan - 660-341-1305

Bryce - 660-988-0622

CRZ Heating, Cooling, Electric, Plumbing & Small Appliance

Jared Chapman, owner 816-518-1361 or 660-947-2402 940 S 21st St - Unionville 8-5-tfn

Kneedler Construction Unionville Area

New Construction ~ Remodel No Project too Small 25 Years Experience 660-466-0171 tfn

Above All Painting Service

Over 30 years experience; Pressure Washing; Interior & Exterior, Decks Serving Putnam County & Surrounding Areas for over 3 years. Local References. Call Brian 802-849-2940 _________tfn

Morgan’s Tree Service

• Complete tree removal Trimmer

• 55’ Bucket Truck w/ Chipper

•Stump Grinding

•Fully Insured

•Free Estimates

Justin Morgan 660-292-2638

Sands Septic Pumping

Randy & Anna Sands

Septic Tank Pumping can also pump waste water from basements, crawlspaces, and sand traps

Call For Pricing

660-947-7765

Randy - 660-216-2051

Serving Putnam, Sullivan, & Mercer Counties and surrounding areas

____________3-9-eow

ILT Services LLC

•Seamless Gutter in 25 colors •Leaf Guard

•DownSpouts

•Tiling & Trenching

•Tree Trimming & Removal

•Stump Grinding

**Free Estimates** Issac Troyer

641-856-7455 or 641-856-2056

George’s Bath & Galley

• Remodels

& Laura George 660-292-2043 georgesbathandgalley@gmail.com

For Rent

1 bedroom apartment & 2 bedroom townhomes. Help with utility deposits. Rent based on income North Valley Townhomes 1604 N. Valley Lane, Unionville, MO 63565 660-947-3623 2-1-tfn

Unionville Estates

One Bedroom apartments accepting applications, Unionville Estates. HUD vouchers accepted, rent based on income. Equal Housing Opportunity Call 660-947-3804 3-8-tfn

For Rent:Finished Basement Apt. Share Kitchen with owner upstairs. All Utilities paid inclding internet. $525 a month plus deposit. 641-919-4147 _____9-13-tfn

For Rent: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath on Washington St. $550 a month plus deposit. 641-919-4147

Garage Sale: 410 S. 26th St. Friday Sept 30th 7am - ? Men’s Jeans/pants, Dishes, Kitchenware, Ton’s, Just Tons of Stuff!! ________9-27-1xp

Lake Garage Sales September 28-30 ~ City Wide Garage Sales Oct. 5th - Oct. 7th

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.

September 21, 2023

Mr. Nicholas Anderson

30340 US Hwy 136

Unionville, MO 63565

Re: Building located at 164 Main Street, Unionville, MO.

Dear Mr. Anderson,

You are hereby notified to appear on October 19th, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall, Unionville, Missouri located at 1611 Grant Street, in the City of Unionville, County of Putnam, State of Missouri and to show cause as to why the structure

MDC

located at 1614 Main Street, Unionville, MO, should not be repaired, vacated, or demonished in accordance with the statement of particulars set forth in the Building Inspector’s notice as provided herein. You may be represented by counsel of your choosing and all parties shall have the opportunity to be heard.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Unionville CIty Hall at (660)947-2437

Publication dates: 9/27, 10/4

Asks Public to Report Hemorrhagic Disease in

Missouri Deer

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports moderate levels of hemorrhagic disease (HD) activity in Missouri’s deer population this summer. HD is a general term for epizootic hemorrhagic disease and the bluetongue virus.

MDC has recently confirmed HD in deer in Cole, Greene, Howell, Miller, St. Louis, and Webster counties. MDC has also received at least 305 reports of additional suspected HD cases from locations throughout the state.

“Hemorrhagic disease is a naturally occurring

dazed, lethargic, and nonresponsive. Deer that die from HD usually do so in a matter of days following infection and are often found dead in or near water with no outward signs of illness.”

Hudman noted that not all deer die from HD and those deer that survive develop immunity. There is no cure or vaccine for HD and not much can be done to stop the disease from running its course. However, reports of deer with HD can help MDC biologists determine the impacts of the disease on deer numbers in specific areas.

“We receive reports of suspected cases of HD every year and ask the public to report suspected cases of HD to their local MDC office, conservation agent, or to email the information to WildlifeHeath@mdc. mo.gov,” said Hudman.

Hudman noted that humans do not get HD, so handling and consumption of meat from deer that have recovered from the disease poses no health hazard.

localized areas that have experienced significant deer deaths from HD, but the overall hunting outlook remains good.

“For landowners that have found numerous dead deer this summer because of HD and are concerned about deer numbers on their property, reducing harvest pressure on does will help to mitigate the effects of HD,” said Wiskirchen.

Based on the number of suspect HD reports received by MDC so far this season, Wiskirchen indicated that the locations where taking such measures are needed will likely be very limited.

MDC asks the public to report suspected cases of HD to a local MDC office, conservation agent, or email information to WildlifeHealth@ mdc.mo.gov.

Learn more about HD and view of map of suspect HD reports by county at mdc.mo.gov/ wildlife/wildlife-diseases/hemorrhagic-disease.

HD or CWD?

Joe’sBitsand Pieces

Joe Koenen, AgriBusiness Specialist (Mo Extension Ret.)

FARM LEASE ISSUES

Farm leases continue to be a topic I and extension professionals get many questions on (fence law being the only one higher). Retirement has not changed that yet anyhow. There are some things I want to update you on today that I have discussed previously.

virus that infects deer through the bite of a native midge commonly called no-see-ums or gnats,” explained MDC Wildlife Health Program Supervisor Deb Hudman. “HD outbreaks are most common in Missouri between July and October and HD transmission ends after a heavy frost kills the midges.”

Clinical signs of HD in deer vary but may include an unwillingness to move, difficulty breathing, and swelling of the head, neck, or tongue.

“HD can cause a high fever, prompting infected deer to seek water,” Hudman said. “Deer that are sick may appear

The most significant HD outbreak recorded in Missouri occurred in 2012 during an extreme drought.

“Outbreaks tend to be more severe in drought years because deer congregate near the limited water sources where midges are more likely to be present, thus increasing the likelihood of disease transmission,” said Hudman.

Hunters harvested just shy of 300,000 deer during the 2022-2023 deer season – one of the highest harvests on record.

MDC Private Lands

Deer Biologist Kevyn Wiskirchen indicated that there may be some impacts during this year’s hunting season in

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We welcome you to stop by and visit us, Firman & Sylvia Miller

HD and chronic wasting disease (CWD) both occur in Missouri and can show similar signs and symptoms.

CWD is a 100%-fatal illness in white-tailed deer and other members of the deer family, called cervids, and is slowly spreading in Missouri.

HD has periodically affected deer in Missouri for decades. HD can have significant short-term impacts on local deer numbers but has never been shown to have a long-term impact on the overall population.

Learn more about the comparison of HD and CWD symptoms, spread, and causes of the two diseases at mdc.mo.gov/ hunting-trapping/species/deer/chronic-wasting-disease/cwd-vs-ehd.

Farm lease issues can be tough in northern Missouri since we are close to Iowa and attorneys do not always know the difference between Ag and house leases. (1) Iowa has a set date to terminate a lease which is September 1. Missouri, on the other hand does not. In Missouri, oral leases must be terminated in writing and 60 day written notice given to the other party. You can give more than the 60 days but it has to be at least 60 days prior to when you 1st agreed to the lease. I recognize the date issue can be a problem but that is the law. I suggest sending the letter registered mail so the other party has to sign. (2) Agricultural leases and house leases are very different and attorneys get them confused sometimes. Rental leases typically can be terminated in 30 days but Ag leases cannot.

(3) If wheat is planted on the land before the lease termination date, tenants can legally harvest that the following year. That would include the straw. Lime or fertilizer put on

before termination is not addressed in the law so both parties must agree or decide on that. (4) In Missouri, the landlord has no legal right to hunt or come onto their property unless the tenant allows it. That is why leases should be in writing. A guide on more oral leases is available at https://extension.missouri.edu/publications/ g520. (5) If you need a farm lease form, you can go into the extension office and pick one up for a small fee or go online at www.AgLease101. org and they have downloadable forms there (I suggest the Word document).

REMINDERS

The “Market on the Square” is still going strong every Saturday morning on the west side of the Unionville square. There continue to be vegetables (tomatoes, zucchinis, squash, etc.) fruits (apples, watermelons, etc.), baked goods and many other products (honey, farm fresh eggs, etc.) so take advantage whether here in Unionville or other locations. Remember the time to sign-up for 4-H is coming up soon in Putnam County and going on now in the other counties. Contact your county office (947-2705) if you want more information.

THOUGHT: “Be strong enough to stand alone, smart enough to know when you need help, and brave enough to ask for it”!

-- Christopher Morley ~~~

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 *Meal

@ 5:30 before Wed. Bible Study

Rotary Program Focuses on Extra Help for Children

other easy-to-fix food would appeal to older students.

The second way Lindsey outlined to help kids is the Caring Hearts program, which teams an adult with a student (usually elementary) who needs one-on-one time with a positive role model. Some kids need help getting caught up on homework or mastering a specific academic task. Others just need someone to visit with. The mentoring is during the school day and normally is weekly for about 30 minutes. Lindsey said the teachers have seen great results as a result of the mentor’s attention and assistance, and the kids love it.

port the local school kids. She said, “We have a wonderful community!” Lindsey operates a clothes closet out of her room in the high school and utilizes the Bargain Barn as needed.

Lindsey has brought valuable experience to her position at Putnam County R-I. After obtaining a degree in Psychology from Truman State University, she began her career as an investigator with the Division of Health and Senior Services in Columbia, spending five years

in that position. Lindsey worked at Preferred Family in Kirksville for a year before joining Mark Twain Area Counseling where she worked five years. She coordinates various services offered to PC students from outside agencies and is always looking for ways to help kids.

Anyone wishing to donate food or personal hygiene items, or volunteer for the Caring Hearts program, can contact Lindsey at 660947-3361, or at lhague@ putnamcountyr1.net.

Bixler 108 Listening Room Live Music on the Square Performances

Submitted by Mary Comstock

Providing extra help to kids that need it was the theme of last week’s Rotary program. Lindsey Hague, At-Risk coordinator at Putnam County R-I, spoke of two ways the community can help students: supporting the new School Market and by serving as mentors in the Caring Hearts program.

For many years, students who needed food to make it through the weekend were given “buddy packs” on Friday afternoons. The buddy packs were primari-

ly given to elementary students and were premade by the Food Bank of Northeast Missouri.

Lindsey stated that by the end of the last school year, 54 PC students were taking home buddy packs weekly.

PC R-I has been accepted for a new program, the School Market, which allows students in need to choose which food items they would like. PC R-I will make monthly trips to the Food Bank in Columbia to stock up on whatever items the Food Bank has available, which will be combined with non-per-

ishable items donated by members of the community. Students will then create their own buddy pack. The program is also open to middle school and high school students.

Along with non-perishable food items, the School Market will be stocked with personal hygiene products such as deodorant, shampoo, and soap. Lindsey stated that any donations of non-perishable food and/or personal hygiene items would be greatly appreciated. She said items such as taco kits, hamburger helper, and

NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY REGION B DISTRICT GRANTS

September 22, 2023

The North Missouri Solid Waste Management District – Region B has begun the process of accepting applications for district waste reduction and recycling grant projects within the 11 county Green Hills area. Tipping fees imposed on landfills and transfer stations within each district’s solid waste management region generates funds for these district grants.

Grant proposals must address state and district goals, including waste reduction, reuse, education, recycling, and composting projects. The District’s grants committee will review and rank applications to be sent to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources for final approval.

Completed application, along with any additional information about a specific project should be returned to the North Missouri Solid Waste District, 810 Washington Street, Trenton, MO 64683. Applications will be accepted on an open cycle basis with ranking done quarterly.

Applications may be requested by contacting the district office for an application packet at 660-359-5636 ext. 24 or they are available online at www.ghrpc.org on the home page.

Please contact Region B Project Manager Ann Hamilton for more information or assistance with project development ann@ghrpc.org or 660-359-5636 ext. 24.

To become a mentor in the Caring Hearts program, the adult must undergo a background check, which costs between $50-$60. However, the background check only needs to be completed the first year the mentor volunteers.

Lindsey Hague, who has lived and worked in Columbia and Kirksville, has seen Putnam County generously sup-

2023

Oct 1~ (Sun) 7pm Ryne

Doughty - Iowa

Oct 7~ (Sat) 7pm

Caitlin Cannon- Nashville ~ Schuyler Douglas Opening

Oct 8 ~ (Sun) TBD

John Prine Tribute Festival ~ Watch for updates

Oct 14 ~ (Sat) 7pm

Claude Bourbon ~ United Kingdom

Oct 15 ~ (Sun) 7pm

Jack Williams ~ Arkansas

Oct 21 ~ (Sat) 7pm

Buddy Mondlock ~ Nashville,via Illinois

No Admission Fee

For more information, go to Bixler 108 Facebook page or Contact: Tom Keedy @ 660.626.7803 or thebixler108@gmail.com

The Bixler 108 Listening Room is located @ 108 S. 17th St. Unionville, MO (West side of the square)

Lindsey Hague (left) is shown with high school principal and Rotarian Tiffani Klinginsmith. Photo credit: Mary Comstock