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Schools plan Veterans Day programs next Monday
Mercer program to be followed by lunch for veterans, spouses. Flag retirement ceremony scheduled in the afternoon Special to the Post-Telegraph
MERCER, Mo. The North Mercer school will have a Veterans Day program on Monday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. in the school gym. All veterans, regardless of when or where they served, wartime or peacetime, for a short time or a long time, are cordially invited to attend. There will be patriotic music plus displays of work made by students and a lunch will be served following the program for veterans and their spouse/significant other. Please come and be recognized for your service to our country. Contact Greg Frost at 660-382-4214 for more information.
A flag retirement ceremony will be held at the school on Monday, Nov. 11 at 2:50 p.m., courtesy of the American Legion Auxiliary of Mercer (weather permitting). The ceremony will be in the lot between the preschool building and the lighted school marquee. Flags that are worn, torn, or should no longer be displayed will be ceremoniously destroyed. The public is welcome to attend the flag retirement ceremony. Flags that are worn or otherwise should not be displayed can be brought to the school during normal business hours between 8 a.m. and 3:30
See Mercer, Page 6
PHS alum, veteran DeMoss to speak during Princeton’s 51st annual program
Special to the Post-Telegraph
PRINCETON, Mo. The Princeton High School chapter of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America will host the 51st annual Veterans Day program on Monday, Nov. 11 in the Princeton Elementary School gymnasium, starting at 2 p.m. The program will consist of music performed by the PHS band and choir, and the grades 4-6 music classes, directed by Princeton band and choir instructor Jessie O’Dell.
The guest speaker for this year’s program is Mercer County native and 2003 Princeton graduate Adam DeMoss, with a possible special program from the VFW. “This program is an actual Air Force flyover scheduled for 2:50 p.m., but there is a lot of red tape to get through so it is not set in stone,” said FCCLA advisor Dr. Tina Holt. The winner of the VFW essay contest will also be announced.
“Refreshments for our veterans will follow the program, said Holt. “Please come and join us in celebrating our brave men and women in arms”.
DeMoss joined the U.S. Army in July 2003 as an explosive ordnance disposal technician (EOD Tech), and graduated from the Naval
See Princeton, Page 6
COURTESY PRINCETON R-5
BELOW: Students in grades 4-6 at Princeton R-5 Elementary School recently visited the Mercer County Courthouse. LEFT: County Clerk Judy Hamilton (second from left, gave the students an overview of the voting process. Students were able to cast their mock ballots in the traditional voting process. It was quite an eye-opening experience for many of the students. Hamilton is shown with Mercer County Sheriff Jeff Spencer (left) and Deputy Clark Rita Adams.
Christmas tour revived, scheduled for Dec. 7
Special to the Post-Telegraph PRINCETON, Mo. Tickets are now available for the revived Princeton Chamber of Commerce Christmas Homes Tour. Six hosts have agreed to open their homes and businesses to ticket holders on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 1-5 p.m. Tickets became available on Nov. 7 through Event Brite, at Tigres Restaurant and The Famous on the Princeton square, or chamber member Jeanenne Zeider Neeley, with prices set at $20 until Nov. 22 and $25 from Nov. 23 to Dec. 7.
Reviving the tour is the brainchild of chamber member Dr. Tammy Hart.
Another use for a skid loader
Named to NWMO All-District bands
R-5 Elementary students receive important civics lesson
Photo courtesy HOLLY PERSELL
A scary looking skid loader filled with candy awaited children who participated in the Mercer community’s Trunk or Treat event on Halloween evening.
Princeton High School announces honor rolls
Princeton Post-Telegraph
PRINCETON, Mo. Princeton R-5
Junior/Senior High School has announced its honor rolls for the first quarter of the 2024-25 academic year.
Seventh grade “A”
Maizy Allen, Matthew Campbell, Aubrey Meek, Gray Rardon, Presley Stockman, Chandler Ussery, Caleb Wright.
Seventh grade “B”
Andrew Campbell, Ean Covey, Reed Mitchell, Brooklyn Purvis, Karter Spencer, Dreamy Staten, Hilary Stout, Jacob Wilson-Hay.
Eighth grade “A”
Shayden Berndt, Benjamin Campbell, Ainsley Cowan, Brodie Ellsworth, Jozie Estes, Treylen Francis, Lucas Girdner, Addisyn Illg, Annie Martin, Aniston Power, Mary Jane Renfro, Brileigh Summers, Mackenzie Willett.
Eighth grade “B” Brooklynn Besco, Adysen Girdner, Aalayah Hofius, Brooklyn Ormsby, Ethan VanGenderen.
Freshmen “A”
Rachel Bass, Emzlie Bauer, Stephanie Escorcia, Hector Garcia, Ellie Guilkey, Dynten Hale, Jacob Ormsby, Alexis Schurke, Maddox Tipton, Bowe Ussery, Mitchell Walker, Randall Wilson, Samuel Wright. Freshmen “B” Rebekah Delegard, Shannon Devine, Maryn Illg, Coley Power, Hannah Roberts, Roy Smith, Maxwell Walkup. Korbynn Whipple. Sophomores “A” Kassidi Alderson, Devin Allton, Katie Bauer, Evan Boxley, Riley Clark, Anthony Dowling, Chase Evans, Hailee Hein, Judd Henke, Mikaylee Henke, Kash Holt, Remi Lewis. Hunter Lowrey, Gracie Mitchell, Sawyer Oesch, Kolton Schurke, Karson Spencer, Kaydence Stockman, Loren Stubbs, Caden Weathington, Hudson Wilson, Addison Wyatt. Sophomores “B” Ethan Alves, Blake Bears, Lincoln Berndt, Conner George, Lyle
Pollard, Corbin Powell. Juniors “A” Lauren Cunningham, Alyvia Enright, Damian Houk, Abbey Hullinger, Kole Lewis, Andrea Lotz, James Mason, Emily Oswalt, Annabelle Otero, Kadence Power, Dallas Rose, Celia Stiles, Kaylynn Whipple. Juniors “B” Elijah Bauer, James Bauer, Cypres Johnson, Macey Johnson, Audrey Kelly, Markus Templeton. Seniors “A” Ryker Allen, Hanna Allnutt, Roman Birge, Cooper Boxley, Amelia Covey, Clayton Evans, Jolena Gibson, Addilyn Henke, Maggie Hernandez, Molley Hickman, Caden Ingraham, Macey Lewis, Malekai Livingston, Mercedes Luper, Ethan Rhoades, Randa Shahan, Timothy Stark, Madalyn Tipton, Marie Walker, Seth Weathington. Seniors “B” Kelsey Goodin, Daniel Hernandez, John Schreffler, Noel Schreffler.
Get ready - Winter Weather Awareness Week
KATY LINNENBRINK
Special to the Post-Telegraph
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.
Despite this week’s mild temperatures, winter - and the snow, sleet and ice that come along with it - is just around the corner. To help Missourians prepare and stay safe during the winter months, the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and National Weather Service (NWS) are partnering to promote this week (Nov. 4-8) as Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Missouri.
“As cold weather approaches, we encourage all Missourians to take time to plan ahead and prioritize safety,” SEMA Director Jim Remillard said. “Being prepared is always the best way to protect yourself and your families. Be sure you have emergency kits ready, understand the risks of prolonged exposure to the cold and review additional steps you can take to stay safe at home and on the road.”
SEMA and NWS Forecast Offices serving Missouri will be sharing winter weather safety messaging via social media throughout the week. Each day has focused or will focus on a different theme:
• Monday, Nov. 4 - Winter weather terminology
• Tuesday, Nov. 5 - Ice safety
• Wednesday, Nov. 6Snow safety
• Thursday, Nov. 7 - Extreme cold, hypothermia and frostbite
• Friday, Nov. 8 - Planning for snow, ice and cold
Often, too little attention is paid to the danger posed by prolonged exposure to the cold. According to the Department of Health and Senior Services, 37 people died in Missouri as a result of low body temperatures due to prolonged exposure to cold weather in
2023. Protect against frostbite and hypothermia by wearing warm, loose-fitting clothing in several layers. Avoid alcohol, limit time spent outdoors in frigid temperatures and stay indoors if possible. Find more information on hypothermia and nearby warming center locations on the DHSS website at health.mo.gov/living/ healthcondiseases/hypothermia/.
Road safety is also a concern during the winter months. According to preliminary results provided by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, there were more than 3,800 vehicle crashes in Missouri in 2023 during periods of snow, sleet, hail or ice, which resulted in 1,198 injuries and 22 deaths.
Even if not directly involved in a crash, an accident blocking the roadway could cause other drivers to be stranded for hours. Avoiding non-essential travel during winter storms is one of the best ways to reduce the chance of becoming stranded or involved in a crash. It also allows snow removal crews to clear the roads faster and first responders to get to crashes more quickly.
Missourians should consider these winter weather preparedness tips:
• Create a family emergency plan and emergency kit. Emergency supplies should include bottled water, canned and dry foods, battery-powered radio, flashlights, extra batteries, manual can opener and a first-aid kit. When power outages are possible, charge cell phones and other devices in advance so you are able to communicate if power is lost.
• Assemble a vehicle winter emergency kit. Include a blanket, radio/ spare batteries, snacks/ energy bars, jumper cables, flares and a shovel/ sand or shingles for tire traction.
• Avoid driving when conditions could deteriorate. Postpone travel if possible. If driving is absolutely necessary, keep your gas tank more than half full and your cell phone charged. Save emergency numbers for fast dialing. Check road conditions in advance on the Missouri Depart-
ment of Transportation’s Traveler Map at traveler. modot.org/map/. Allow extra time, expect delays, reduce speed and increase following distance. If your vehicle breaks down or slides off the road, stay in the vehicle and call for help.
• Make sure alternate heat and power sources such as fireplaces, woodstoves, kerosene heaters and generators function properly. These sources can be dangerous and must be regularly maintained and operated. Keep the correct fuel for each source on hand in a safe location. Proper ventilation is essential. Properly install carbon monoxide detectors throughout your home. Only operate generators outdoors.
• Remember, space heaters are potentially deadly when misused. Space heaters account for approximately one-third of home heating fires and See Winter prep, Page 6
SUBMITTED
Sue Lollar (right) receives the Wright Memorial Hospital Employee of the Quarter Award for third quarter 2024 from Catherine Hamilton, administrator.
Lollar named Employee of the Quarter at WMH
Special to the Post-Telegraph
TRENTON, Mo. Sue Lollar, a patient account representative at Wright Memorial Hospital, was honored as the hospital's Employee of the Quarter for the third quarter of 2024. Catherine Hamilton, administrator at WMH, presented the award to Lollar at a ceremony held in her honor.
The Employee of the Quarter Award recognizes an employee who provides exemplary service, going beyond the call of duty to support fellow employees or to comfort or assist patients and their families.
In her nomination form, Lollar’s coworkers said, “Sue is always friendly
and welcoming to others. She is extremely helpful in answering questions for patients while providing knowledge and guidance. Sue goes above and beyond to help her coworkers when an extra hand is needed. She demonstrates exceptional performance in her role and is an important asset to WMH.”
In recognition of the award, Lollar received an Employee of the Quarter certificate, the parking space of his choice for three months, her photo posted in the hospital, her name engraved on a plaque displayed in the hospital, and recognition in local media.
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OBITUARIES
Gary Vanderpool
Princeton, Mo.
Gary Dale Vanderpool, 72, passed away Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 at his home in Princeton, Mo.
He was born Dec. 2, 1951 in Princeton, the son of Grant Eugene “Gene” and Lucy Gay (Minshall) Vanderpool. He lived his entire life in the Princeton area, graduating from Princeton High School in 1970. He worked for a year after graduating at Trenton Foods, then spent the next 32 years working for the Missouri Department of Transportation in highway maintenance.
Next to God, family was everything to Gary. He considered his church family a part of his extended family. He enjoyed talking to people. Gary was a member of Princeton First Assembly of God Church in, serving as deacon for several years. Gary loved God and wanted others to know the same joy, guidance and comfort he found in serving God.
Gary married Janet Lea Conner of Newtown, Mo., on June 20, 1981. Together, they had a son, Clinton Grant on Jan. 11, 1982 and a son, Tyson Lee on May 5, 1983.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Tyson; brothers, Roy “Pete” and C.W.; and a sister, Karen Overton.
Gary is survived by his wife, Janet, of the home; son, Clint Vanderpool of Hollister, Mo.; granddaughter, Kohner Vanderpool of Forsyth, Mo.; a brother, Marvin (Shirley) Vanderpool of Bettendorf, Iowa; and several nieces and nephews.
Gary has been cremated under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home of Princeton.
His memorial service was held Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 at Princeton First Assembly of God Church under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Princeton. Inurnment will be at a later date in Pine Cemetery, Princeton.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Princeton First Assembly of God Church
and/or the Mercer County Ambulance in care of Roberson Funeral Home, PO Box 316, Princeton, MO 64673. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com.
Billy Hobbs Princeton, Mo.
Billy J. Hobbs, 69, passed away Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 at his home near Princeton, Mo.
He was born Aug. 30, 1955 in Milan, Mo., the son of Russell Evans and Nelda Jane (Stanturf) Hobbs.
Billy was a 1973 graduate of Princeton High School in Princeton. He farmed with his father and brother, Randy, for many years. He was in the lime hauling and spreading business for several years before being employed by MFA Oil Company of Princeton, where he worked as a propane delivery truck driver until his health forced him to retire. He was a member of Princeton First Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Ronald Dee Hobbs.
Survivors include three brothers, Randy (Angel) of Slater, Mo., Duane (Jeania) of Princeton, and Greg (Ruthie) of Kilgore, Neb.; sister-in-law, Marsha Hobbs of Princeton; and several nieces and nephews.
His funeral services were held Wednesday, Nov. 6, at Roberson Funeral Home in Princeton. Burial followed in Half Rock Cemetery, Harris, Mo.
Memorials may be made to Half Rock Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, PO Box 316, Princeton, MO 64673.
Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com.
COMMISSION
MERCER COUNTY
COMMISSION
Report taken from minutes of meetings of the Mercer County Commission. All votes are unanimous unless otherwise noted.
Monday, Oct. 28
• County Clerk appointed Cheston Easter to serve as acting presiding commissioner in the absence of Presiding Commissioner Jerry Allen.
• Minutes of the Oct. 21 meeting were approved.
• Bills were approved and paid.
• The county received the Missouri Department of Revenue report of motor fuel taxes, motor vehicle sales tax and motor vehicle fee increases, of $59,298.59, on Oct. 18.
• Sheriff Jeff Spencer spoke to commissioners.
• Commissioners and Hamilton signed a certified copy of order authorizing Collector/Treasurer Susan Moore to pay the following:
* $6,500 to Tyler Technologies for annual maintenance (money taken from Treasurer’s Maintenance Fund #34); and
* $128.55 to Sweet Stitchers KC for uniform expenses (money taken from Sheriff’s Revolving Fund #35).
• Commissioners and Hamilton signed a certified copy of order authorizing Moore to pay out a total of $63,979.68 to the following, as requested by the Recreation Board:
* $12,000 to the Stacy Center for operating expenses;
* $40,000 to the city of Princeton for playground
equipment at the ballfields (Russ Derry Sports Complex); and
* $11,979.68 to the city of Mercer for concrete work, picnic table, umbrella, trash can and landscaping for a painted wall.
LAND TRANSFERS
Friday, Oct. 25
• Marvin Henry Brush to Marvin Henry Brush and Vanna M. Brush.
• JEIS Properties LLC to Benjamin Michael Burris.
Monday, Oct. 28
• Richard D. Clark to Richard D. Clark, trustee.
• Chaps Ranch LLC to Scott G. Wilmes et al.
Tuesday, Oct. 29
• Regan W. Wade et al to Charles Rossol.
Wednesday, Oct. 30
• Jeff Henley to Shawn P. McNelly.
CORRECTIONS & CLARIFICATIONS
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Chamber of Commerce holds monthly meeting
Special to the Post-Telegraph PRINCETON, Mo. The Princeton Chamber of Commerce met on Oct. 23 at the old Princeton Bank with 15 members and a guest speaker, Shelley Bickel.
Kelly Bertrand called the meeting to order and introduced Shelly Bickel from the Mercer County Area Development organization. MCAD is a 5019c)(3) organization. In the past year, they have completed several projects, such as pickleball courts at the Princeton City Park and the Stacy Center and improved the tennis courts. There have been three murals completed and several more are in the works, painted by local artist Hector Garcia. Mercer County will be on the list of areas with murals which will boost tourism. In Mercer, they are working on a grant for playground equipment and a concrete pad and cover by their community center. MCAD is available to assist businesses both new and established with business plans and marketing assistance. MCAD takes care of Bella Boutique and is now in a position to offer grants to local organizations. In Mercer there will be new directional signs and a possibility of the same in Princeton. MCAD is working on partnering with the city of Princeton on a campground west of town. They will be helping with the For the Love of Junk event on Nov. 16, and fliers were handed out, with details and information about local businesses. MCAD is continuing to work on bringing a grocery store to Princeton. Donna Herdrich read
the minutes of the last meeting, and they were approved. Jacob Pollard gave the treasurer’s report, and it was approved. A discussion was held about the Super Saturday Winter Wonderland event. Each business will have something special going on, and there will be horse and buggy rides by Richard Frisbie. All businesses are encouraged to be open. Kiera Pollard will make an updated flier and information will be given to the paper and radio stations. A motion to change the date to November 30 as that is Small Business Saturday; it and passed unanimously.
Dr. Tammy Hart gave a report on the Christmas Home Tour which will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7. There are six homes and businesses on the tour and tickets will be on sale soon. Tickets are $20 prior to the event and will be available at The Famous and Tigres. Cody DeMoss’ high school class is designing the fliers and doing the computer work for ticketing. Volunteers are needed to stay with each house. Sharel Collins and Jeanenne Neeley volunteered, but there is still an opportunity to help if anyone is interested. There will also be a Christmas craft show at Hal England the morning of Dec. 7. Patsy Holt is in charge of it, and there is still room for more vendors. That evening will be Santa’s Pajama Party at the Mercer County Senior Center. Santa will arrive by fire truck. There will be cocoa and cookSee Chamber, Page ?
SCHOOL FOOD
All menus subject to change.
PRINCETON
Breakfast is available to all students. It is served with a choice of 1% white milk or skim chocolate milk. Cereal is available as an option every day except where noted. Fruit and juice are available every day. Nutri-grain bars are available on select days.
Monday, Nov. 11: pancake on a stick.
Tuesday, Nov. 12: pancakes, sausage.
Wednesday, Nov. 13: french toast sticks.
Thursday, Nov. 14: cheddar cheese omelet.
Friday, Nov. 15: biscuits, sausage gravy.
Lunch is served with the choice of 1% fat-free white milk or fat-free chocolate milk. Students in grades K-5 have the choice of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich or the menu entree. Students in grades 6-12 have the option of a chef salad or the entree every day unless noted. All bakery items are whole wheat or whole grain. Fruit is served with lunch.
Monday, Nov. 11: biscuits and gravy or breakfast sandwich, hash browns, scrambled eggs.
Tuesday, Nov. 12: sweet chili chicken or roasted chicken bites, egg roll, brown rice.
Wednesday, Nov. 13: oven fried chicken or chicken meatballs, scalloped potatoes, buttered peas, hot roll.
Thursday, Nov. 14: spaghetti with meat sauce or chicken alfredo, green beans, romaine salad, garlic bread.
Friday, Nov. 15: toasted four-cheese ravioli or pizza crunchers, potato chips, baby carrots, Jell-O cake.
MERCER
Breakfast is served with orange juice and white or chocolate milk. Cereal is an optional entree.
Mondays: egg entree. Tuesdays: cereal, toast. Wednesdays: breakfast roll. Thursdays: sausage, pancakes. Fridays: biscuits, gravy.
Lunch is served with milk. A salad bar and fruits and vegetables are available every day, except where noted. Students in grades PK-6 will have the choice of option A or a chef salad. Students in grades 7-12 will have the choice of either option or a chef salad.
Monday, Nov. 11: PreK-3: sack lunches; 4-12: a) roast beef; b) pork loin, mashed po-
tatoes, gravy, green beans, roll, desserts; no salad bar.
Tuesday, Nov. 12: a) shrimp; b) hamburger; chips.
Wednesday, Nov. 13: a) sloppy joe; b) soft taco; California blend vegetables.
Thursday, Nov. 14: a) popcorn chicken; b) McRib; chips.
Friday, Nov. 15: a) pizza dunkers; b) ham sandwich; peas. CAINSVILLE
Breakfast is served with fruit, juice, and milk.
Mondays: breakfast burrito, cereal, toast. Tuesdays: french toast with syrup and peanut butter, turkey sausage. Wednesdays: cereal, toast, hash brown patty, scrambled eggs. Thursdays: pancake, turkey sausage. Fridays: biscuits, gravy.
Lunch is served with milk. Fruits and vegetables are available every day, and students are required to have at least one cup of either on their tray.
Monday, Nov. 11: chicken strips, glazed carrots.
Tuesday, Nov. 12: crispitos, side salad.
Wednesday, Nov. 13: hot pork sandwich, green beans.
Thursday, Nov. 14: Frito pie, corn. Friday, Nov. 15: chicken noodle casserole, peas.
MERCER CO.
HEALTH DEPT.
305 West Main, Princeton 660-748-3630 NOVEMBER SCHEDULE
Blood pressure clinics
Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2:30 p.m., Oakwood Terrace, Princeton. WIC services
Thursday, Nov. 14 and 21, at office, by appointment.
Open lab
Friday, Nov. 22, 8-10 a.m., by appointment. Other items
• COVID-19 vaccine clinic: Friday, Nov. 8, 2 p.m., Hal England Center, Princeton.
• Board meeting: Wednesday, Nov. 27, 6-7 p.m.
• Closed Monday, Nov. 11 (Veterans Day).
• Closed Thursday-Friday, Nov. 28-29 for
Thanksgiving.
• The department is still offering COVID-19 and flu shots for the 2024-25 season. Regular and high-dose (65+ years) flu vaccines are available. Call the office to schedule an appointment. Available to all 6 months and older regardless of insurance status - state vaccine provided by VFC and 317 programs.
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ies, a story, craft and a children’s store.
Herdrich stated that the Super Saturday businesses will be having a women’s night out shopping event in December. The date and details will be announced at a later date. Businesses not on the square are also encouraged to participate.
Amy Davison made a motion to hold a sip and shop wine walk on the Saturday before Valentine’s Day (Feb. 8, 2025); it passed unanimously.
Discussion was held and a motion was made to add Larry Pollard to the bylaws committee and postpone electing officers and other changes until after the new bylaws are written and approved. It passed unanimously.
A discussion was held about adding Neeley and Davison to the bank account so they could work on Event Brite. Dr. Hart made a motion to add them to the bank account; it passed unanimously. New business
A discussion was held about reaching out to businesses. Neeley mentioned a welcome basket and a reciprocal discount for chamber members. Dr. Hart made a motion for her to work on the ideas; and it passed unanimously.
The next meeting will be held Thursday, Nov. 21 because of the Thanksgiving holiday. It will be held in the old Princeton bank building at 5:15 p.m.
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Positive message of freedom, liberty
PAUL HAMBY
Special to the Post-Telegraph
MAYSVILLE, Mo. The concept of individual liberty, that is the right to live as a free human, has inspired people for thousands of years. Here is some inspiration from five of the best.
Pro Libertate which translates to “For Freedom” or “For Liberty,” was the family motto of William Wallace of Scotland. Wallace led his countrymen in battle to take back their country from England in 1297. Wallace told his fellow Scotsmen “It's all for nothing if you don't have freedom.” He told the English nobles “There's a difference between us. You think the people of this country exist to provide you with position. I think your position exists to provide those people with freedom. And I go to make sure that they have it.” William Wallace died a hero in 1305 and his legacy is that Scotland finally gained its independence in 1320. The movie Braveheart is based on his story.
In 1689, John Locke wrote in The Second Treatise of Government: “The state of nature has a law of nature to govern it, which obliges every one: and reason, which is that law, teaches all mankind, who will but consult it, that being all equal and independent, no one ought to harm another in his life, health, liberty, or possessions… (and) when his own preservation comes not in competition, ought he, as much as he can, to preserve the rest of mankind, and may not, unless it be to do justice on an offender, take away, or impair the life, or what tends to the preservation of the life, the liberty, health, limb, or goods of another.”
Locke’s words inspired our founding fathers in the 1700s. Washington and Madison quoted his writing in calling for revolution. Thomas Jefferson used Locke’s writing as a guide when he wrote the Declaration of Independence.
In 2003, Paul Harvey
LIBERTY THOUGTS
told us:
“Self-government requires self-discipline all the way to the top, and all the way down to us, then - then we may lead the world as we once did. For our nation's first 150 years we led the world, not with guns, not with butter, not with money, but by example. The French threw off the yoke of their dissolute aristocracy. England initiated sweeping democratic reforms. Mexico, Central America, South America freed themselves from Spain just by watching our example.” (Paul Harvey speech at Kansas State University)
Ronald Reagan in his 1989 farewell speech said:
“And let me offer lesson number one about America: All great change in America begins at the dinner table. So, tomorrow night in the kitchen I hope the talking begins. And children, if your parents haven't been teaching you what it means to be an American, let ‘em know and nail ‘em on it. That would be a very American thing to do.”
Reagan called America the shining city on the hill, a metaphor describing what the world looks up to as an example of individual liberty, freedom and morality.
“I've spoken of the shining city all my po-
How big is your gourd?
litical life. In my mind it was a tall, proud city built on rocks stronger than oceans, wind-swept, God-blessed, and teeming with people of all kinds living in harmony and peace; a city with free ports that hummed with commerce and creativity. And if there had to be city walls, the walls had doors and the doors were open to anyone with the will and the heart to get here. That’s how I saw it, and see it still.”
November 6, 2024 was the first day of a new chapter for the United States of America.
The message of liberty should be the first lesson at your kitchen table:
• Don’t hurt people.
• Don’t take their stuff.
• Keep your promises.
• Treat people as you want them to treat you. That concept applies to you, your neighbor and your government.
“Whatever is my right as a man is also the right of another; and it becomes my duty to guarantee as well as to possess.” - Thomas Paine, 1791, Rights of Man Right now is the best time to share this message with your children, grandchildren and newly elected representatives at all levels of government.
Paul Hamby is a free-thinking, conservative farmer from DeKalb County in northwest Missouri.
Copyright (C) 2024 Liberty Thought of the Week. All rights reserved.
Colossal! It’s the only way to describe Travis Gienger’s 2,471-pound Halloween pumpkin. For the fourth year in a row the Anoka, Minn., horticulture teacher came in first at the annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Half Moon, Calif. But this year his gourd won the prize by a mere 6 pounds. As he explained it, “We had really, really tough weather.” Nonetheless, he sent his giant squash to a team of professional carvers in time to prepare it for this year’s All Hallows Eve celebration.
15 black bears taken by hunters
JILL PRITCHARD
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports Missouri hunters harvested 15 black bears during the state’s fourth bear hunting season, Oct. 21-30.
More than 5,969 hunters applied during May for 400 permits for the season with the maximum total harvest being 40 bears. Of the 400 hunters selected through a random drawing of all applicants, 319 hunters purchased permits for the season.
Bear hunting in Missouri is limited to Missouri residents and restricted to three designated areas of southern Missouri
called Bear Management Zones (BMZ). Each permit issued is for a specific BMZ and hunting is limited to public or private property within the BMZ.
Twelve bears were harvested in BMZ 1 out of a maximum of 20 with 166 hunters purchasing permits to hunt the zone. Three bears were harvested in BMZ 2 out of a maximum of 15 with 121 hunters purchasing permits to hunt the zone. No bears were harvested in BMZ 3 out of a maximum of five with 32 hunters purchasing permits to hunt the zone.
Of the bears taken, 13 were harvested using firearms methods, one was harvested with archery
equipment, and one was harvested with a crossbow. Ten of the harvested bears were males and five were females.
“We had another successful black bear hunting season this year,” said MDC Furbearer Biologist Nate Bowersock. “Despite the acorn crop potentially being above average, hunters were able to harvest a record number of bears. This could be due to the dryer fall conditions, which likely caused bears to move more often in search of water.”
Learn more about Missouri black bears and bear hunting in Missouri at https://mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/bear.
Anglers warned about Sandy Flesh
JILL PRITCHARD
Special to the Post-Telegraph
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.
Due to a recent finding of Sandy Flesh disease in walleye taken from Bull Shoals Lake in Arkansas, Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) biologists are asking Missouri anglers to watch for this uncommon fish disease.
The most recent discovery of Sandy Flesh disease occurred in a walleye harvested in September by spear-fishing anglers in Bull Shoals in Arkansas near the Arkansas-Missouri border. The only confirmed report of Sandy Flesh disease in Missouri was in 2019 at Table Rock Lake. However, the proximity of this recent discovery to Missouri has prompted MDC fisheries biologists to ask Show-Me State anglers to be on the lookout for this disease.
“Because of the recent case in Bull Shoals, which spans two states and has connectivity to a number of streams and other reservoirs, it makes sense to ask anglers to look for this disease in Missouri, too,” said MDC Sport Fish Ecologist Robert Weber. “Though we’re still learning more about this uncommon disease, angler reporting of potential cases of Sandy Flesh disease will keep us better informed and help track its prevalence.”
Sandy Flesh disease is a degenerative muscle disease that has been present in the upper Mid-
west region of the U.S. for a number of years. It should be noted that, though this disease has been found in several states, it is uncommonwhere it has been found, it seems to impact only a small number of mature walleye. It has also been found in yellow perch, but it appears to be a disease that primarily affects mature walleye. The disease is believed to be non-transmissible to humans though MDC never recommends consumption of any meat from diseased fish or wildlife. Specifics about the cause and mode of transmission of Sandy Flesh disease are still unknown, but the disease doesn’t appear to be transmissible to other fish species. The emergence of the disease is thought to result from a combination of genetic factors and environmental stressors.
There are no external signs of Sandy Flesh disease on an infected fish; it is only visible once the fish has been cleaned and filleted. The affected tissue resembles freezer-burnt meat. Characteristics of the diseased flesh include tough, granular, coarse, and yellowish-brown muscle tissue with knotted muscle fibers.
Anglers can help biologists gather information about this disease by reporting potential cases to local MDC fisheries biologists. Photographs of discolored filets and any other information about
the fish are helpful. MDC staff may be interested in collecting samples for testing if fish are reported promptly.
Anglers should not dispose of infected fish in the body of water where they were caught or in other reservoirs or streams. Infected fish should be disposed of by burying the carcass or placing the remains in trash bags for disposal through trash collection.
More information about this disease can be found at https://mdc.mo.gov/ fishing/fish-diseases/sandy-flesh.
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Six turkeys harvested in county
JOE JEREK
Special to the Post-Telegraph
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that hunters checked 1,857 turkeys during the firearms portion of Missouri’s fall turkey season, Oct. 1-31. Top harvest counties were Gasconade with 51 birds harvested, Osage with 48, and Cedar with 46. Six turkeys were taken in Mercer County.
For current fall firearms turkey harvest results by county, go online to MDC’s website at extra.
mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/. Hunters harvested 2,220 birds during the 2023 fall firearms turkey season. For more harvest results for past seasons, visit MDC online at mdc. mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/turkey/turkey-reports/turkey-harvest-summaries.
“A very warm and dry October likely impacted turkey and hunter behavior,” said MDC Turkey Biologist Nick Oakley. “When it’s 80 degrees and windy, the birds may not be in their usual haunts and hunters aren’t as interested in literally sweating it out to find birds.”
Fall archery turkey hunting continues through Nov. 15 and resumes Nov. 27 through Jan. 15, 2025. Get more information about fall turkey hunting at mdc. mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/turkey.
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION PHOTO
Brenda Dunivin of Ava harvested a black bear while hunting on private property in Douglas County Oct. 27. The bear was one of 12 taken from Bear Management Zone 1.
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LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MERCER COUNTY, MISSOURI
PROBATE DIVISION
Case No. 24AI-PR00025
JARRETT D. GOODIN, and JAYSA D. GOODIN, Petitioners, v. All unknown heirs, spouses, devisees, grantees, assignees, donees, alienees, legetees, beneficiaries, distributees, administrators, personal representatives, guardians, mortgagees, trustees and legal representatives, and all other persons, corporations, or successors claiming by, through or under James D. Goodin, Respondents.
NOTICE OF HEARING
To all persons who claim any interest in the property of James D. Goodin, Deceased, as an heir of said Decedent or through any heir of said Decedent:
You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court by Jarrett D. Goodin and Jaysa D. Goodin, for the determination of the heirs of James D. Goodin, Deceased, and for their respective interests as such heirs in and with respect to the following described property owned by said Decedent at the time of death, to-wit:
Commencing at the Southeast corner of a lot owned by Harriett B. Stewart at the time of her death at a rock, thence South 23 Degrees West 52 feet to a rock and to land owned by J.D. Dykes, Thence West 23 Degrees North along the North line of Dykes Lot to the Northwest corner 52 feet, Thence North 23 Degrees East 52 feet to the land of Harriett B. Stewart to a rock, thence East 23 Degrees South to beginning, being a part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 34, in Township 65, of Range 24. All in Mercer County, Missouri.
AND A lot of land in the Northwest Quarter of Section 34, Township 65, Range 24, Described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of a lot owned by James Driscoll, Thence West 23 Degrees, North 185 Degrees, Thence South 23 Degrees West 77 feet, Thence East 23 Degrees to the public road, Thence North along the public road to the place of beginning, located in Princeton, Missouri and being the land formerly owned by Mary A. Knight. All in Mercer County, Missouri. Attorney for the Petitioners is Robert Cowherd, Chapman & Cowherd, P.C., 903 Jackson St., PO Box 228, Chillicothe, MO 64601.
You are hereby required to appear said petition on December 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Mercer County, Missouri at Princeton, Missouri, at which time and place said petition will be heard. Should you fail therein, the Judgment may be entered in due course upon said petition.
Julie Humphrey Deputy Clerk Probate Division Circuit Court of Mercer County, Missouri
DATES OF PUBLICATION
October 24, 2024 October 31, 2024 November 7, 2024 November 14, 2024
NO HUNTING
NOTICE - Hunting and trespassing with dog and/or gun, trapping or fishing on land owned or leased by the undersigned is strictly forbidden. You are hereby warned to keep off these properties. Trespassers will be prosecuted.
No tresspassing for any reason on land that we own or lease. John & Linda Baughman. 9-28-23-52tp
No hunting, fishing or trespassing on property owned, leased or rented by Joe and Victoria Ryan. 4-27-23-52tp
Absolutely no hunting or trespassing on Highland Farms land owned and operated by Dixie Berger, Joe Berger & Steve Berger. 5-16-24-52tp
Absolutely NO TRESPASSING, including but not limited to hunting, fishing, hiking, mushroom hunting and drones on land owned and/ or rented by FRJ Family Farms, LLC. 3-23-23-52tp
Absolutely no hunting or trespassing on land owned by Barbara & LeRoy Hider 10-10-23-52tp
NO HUNTING OR TRESPASSING on any land owned by LAKE MARIE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION. 7-28-23-52tp
No hunting or trespassing of any kind, including but not limited to use of dogs or drones, on land owned by Diane Houk and Jenny Bomgardner. 9-28-23-52tp
Absolutely NO TRESPASSING, including but not limited to hunting, fishing, hiking, mushroom and drones on land owned and/or rented by KRW5 Trust (Keith or RaeLynn Weaver). 10-5-23-52tb
No hunting or trespassing on any land owned by Bill and Peggy Heck. 5-30-24-52tb
No hunting, trespassing or fishing on property owned, leased or rented by Shirley or Joe Don Pollard. 4-19-24-52tp
Absolutely no hunting or trespassing on Choate property at any time. 3-28-24-52tp
Absolutely no hunting with guns or dogs, fishing, or trespassing on land owned by Berndt Farm and Berndt Twin Lake Inc. 11-10-23-52tpP
No hunting or trespassing on Cox family property - Andy and Donna Cox, and Robert and Tina Cox. 12-3-22-104tpP
No trespassing on property owned by Shandra Morin 4-11-24-52tp
CAINSVILLE
MELANIE CHANEY
Wendell and Sandy Willis attended their great-nephew’s 7th birthday party. Gabe had many family, friends, and school friends enjoy ice cream cake and watching him open his presents.
FFA fruit will be delivered sometime during the week of Nov. 18!
I think I missed Sloane McLain’s birthday for the November birthdays. Sorry about that!
Lilah and Lakelyn Chaney stayed all night with grandparents Herman and Melanie Chaney on Nov. 2.
There are junior high basketball games at Princeton on Nov. 7. There will be a Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov, 8 at 8:15 a.m. at the Cainsville R-1 school gym. There will be biscuits and sausage gravy for the veterans after the program. Everyone is welcome. There are junior high basketball games at Ridgeway on Nov. 8. The junior high basketball tournament at Mercer begins Nov. 11.
Please keep the family and many friends of Connie (Johnson) Willis, who passed away recently, in your thoughts and prayers.
Sunday, Nov. 3 visitors of Lila McLain were Sierra Wolf, Kaylyn, McKinley, Berkeley and Tristan of Maysville; Walker Thomas of Kansas City, Mo.; and Page, Carson and Hunter, Ronda Pash, Joshua, Sawyer and Jackson Pash and Kay Thomas of Bethany.
Combined services for Marilyn (Robertson) Teraba, who passed away May 10, 2024, and husband Bueford Teraba who passed away in 2002, were held Oct. 1. Interment was held in Bohemian Cemetery of Cainsville.
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Mercer
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p.m. Drop them off at the principal’s office. There is also a flag collection bin in front of the American Legion Hall/Community Center in Mercer, located across from the post office. A flag collection bin is also available in Princeton at the front of the VFW Hall, near the Cow Palace.
Princeton
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School Explosive Ordnance Disposal. His first duty station was Fort McNair, Washington, DC from 2004-2006, from where he was deployed to Iraq in 2005. His second duty station Seoul, South Korea from 2006-2008. He assisted the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command in Papua, New Guinea..
DeMoss’ third duty station was Schofield Barracks, Hawaii from 20082011, from where he was deployed to Afghanistan in 2010. He was moved out of that country via medical evacuation in October 2010, and he later received the Purple Heart, He was honorably discharged from the Army in October 2011 as a staff sergeant.
After separating from the military, DeMoss worked for the U.S. Department of State, teaching explosive safety under diplomatic security as an explosive countermeasures instructor. from
2011-2020. The Diplomatic Security Service develops and implements specialized security training programs for State Department personnel and other U.S. federal agencies, and provides security and law enforcement training programs to certain foreign government security and law enforcement personnel.
“That is a lot,” DeMoss said.” All in all, after the Army, I thought explosive safety for the U.S. Department of State in Virginia. I traveled to lots of different places in the states and foreign countries teaching explosive safety.”
De Moss moved back to Princeton in the fall of 2020 and worked for Public Water Supply District #1 of Mercer County. He currently works for Cox Family Farms (Shane and Marcia Cox and Garry and Judy Cox.
Winter
prep
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80% of home heating fire deaths. Supplemental heating sources like these should be turned off when leaving a room or going to bed. Keep anything that can burn at least three feet from heating equipment.
For more winter weather preparedness tips, including safe driving techniques and avoiding injury while shoveling, please visit mo.gov/winter-weather-safety/.
Special to the Post-Telegraph PRINCETON, Mo. These new titles have been added at the Mercer County Library.
Adult fiction: The Waiting, Michael Connelly; Identity Unknown Patricia Cornwell; A Christmas Duet, Debbie Macomber; The Boyfriend, Freida McFadden; The Grey Wolf, Louise Penny; and The December Market, RaeAnne Thayne.
Adult non-fiction: Framed; John Grisham; and Herod & Mary: The True Story of the Tyrant King and the Mother of the Risen Savior, Kathy Lee Gifford.
Boundless audiobooks: Leave the Girls Behind, Jacqueline Bublitz
The Mercer County Library has also added to its large print, western, children’s, juniors, young adult, and Amish sections. The library’s Boundless, Libby, Blackstone Unlimited, and Hoopla platforms are open 24/7.
POSTSEASON HONORS
Teams chosen by coaches
* - unanimous selection
SOFTBALL ALL-GRAND RIVER CONFERENCE WEST
FIRST TEAM
*Gracie Wilmes, sr., North Andrew; *Katelyn Jones, sr., Pattonsburg; *Shealyn Pliley, sr., Pattonsburg; *Brea Jenson, sr., Stanberry; *Makena Moffat, soph., Albany; *Addilyn Henke, sr., Princeton; Teigan Miller, jr., North Andrew; Kristen Tracy, soph., Worth County; Brylin Armfield, soph., King City; Jayden Hillyard, soph., Albany; Keylee Siddens, sr., Albany; Kelsey Goodin, sr., Princeton
SECOND TEAM
Jayden Goble, soph., Pattonsburg; Addison Iddings, soph., Pattonsburg; Kynzee Adcock, fr., Stanberry; Alyssa Wallace, fr., Stanberry; Megan Tracy, fr., Worth County; Kambree Briner, soph., Worth County; Wylie McKinnon, sr., King City; Jaxcynn Hansel, soph., North Harrison; Alexis Seiter, jr., Albany; Macey Lewis, sr., Princeton
HONORABLE MENTION
Piper Cook, sr., North Andrew; Brooke Robinson, soph., Stanberry; Ava Rinehart, fr., North Harrison; Lani Briggs, soph., North Harrison; Marley Hansel, fr., Albany; Riley Clark, soph., Princeton
HDC CONFERENCE
FIRST TEAM
(All unanimous selections)
Karlee Crouse, sr., East Harrison; Lainey Thompson, jr., East Harrison; Riah Crump, sr., Gilman City; Avery Gregg, jr., Gilman City; Alli Burke, soph., Gilman City; Kelsey Sperry, sr., Gilman City; Kinsley Allnutt, jr., Grundy County; Adysan Rains, sr., Grundy County; Makenzie Hagan, sr., Mercer; Riley Stark, sr., Mercer; Alexis Neeley, jr., Tri-County; Allee Prescott, Jr., Tri-County. HONORABLE MENTION
Jayleigh Arndt, sr., East Harrison; Lilly Turner, fr., Tri-County.
COACH OF THE YEAR
Tony Gregg, Gilman City.
FOOTBALL ALL-GRAND RIVER CONFERENCE WEST
APB - All-purpose back; R - Returner
FIRST TEAM - OFFENSE
QB - *Chase Cline, sr., Albany.
RB - Landon Wilmes, sr., Worth County; Elliot Mercer, soph., Albany.
OL - *Kavien Aborn, sr., King City; *Shae Miller, jr., Albany; Bo Collins, soph., Worth County.
WR - *Landon Preston, sr., Pattonsburg; Kyle Emerson, sr., Albany.
TE - Zane Ripply, sr., Albany; Karson Briner, sr., Worth County.
APB - *Braxton Linville, sr, North Andrew. DEFENSE
DE - *Bo Collins, soph., Worth County; Elliot Mercer, soph., Albany.
DL - *Kavian Aborn, sr., King City; Seth Miller, soph., Albany; Ethan Lininger, soph., Worth County.
LB - *Lucas Frisch, jr., Worth County; Landon Wilmes, sr., Worth County; Andrew Wiles, sr., Albany.
DB - Brayden Stevens, jr., Worth County; Kyle Emerson, Sr., Albany; Ryder Sample, jr., King City.
DE/LB - *Avery Miller, sr., North Andrew. SPECIAL TEAMS
K - *Clay Evans, sr., Princeton
P - Elliot Mercer, soph., Albany; Preston Davis, jr., St. Joseph Christian.
R - *Kyle Emerson, sr., Albany. SECOND TEAM - OFFENSE
QB - Camden Griffith, Jr., Pattonsburg.
RB - Graham Medsker, jr., King City; Peyton Hausman sr., St. Joseph Christian; Cy Carlson, sr., St. Joseph Christian; Mitchell Walker, fr., Princeton
OL - Seth Miller, sr., Albany; Carter Chapman, sr., Worth County; Levi Miller, sr., St. Joseph Christian.
WR - Gavin Humphrey, jr., Pattonsburg; Ryder Sample, jr., King City.
TE - Tucker Mollus, jr., King City; Kash
Holt, soph., Princeton
APB - Decker Heyde, sr., Stanberry. DEFENSE
DE - Zane Rippy, sr., Albany; Carter Chapman, sr., Worth County.
DL - Karson Wilmes, jr., North Andrew; Joshus Damery, sr., St. Joseph Christian.
LB - Landon Preston, sr., Pattonsburg; Graham Medsker, Jr., King City; Aiden Martindell, Jr., St. Joseph Christian.
DB - Mattox Sybert, sr., North Andrew; Logan Hubble, sr., St. Joseph Christian.
DE/LB - Josiah Schellhorn, jr., King City.
SPECIAL TEAMS
K - Emmett Fruechting, fr., St. Joseph Christian.
R - Ryder Sample, jr., King City.
HONORABLE MENTION - OFFENSE
QB - Clay Evans, sr., Princeton
OL - Andrew Wiles, Albany; Cooper Grishow, jr., North Andrew.
WR - Cooper Boxley, sr., Princeton
R - Treston Williams, sr., Stanberry. DEFENSE
DL - Parker Virtue, sr., Pattonsburg; Chanse Glenn, jr., Princeton
LB - Adler Miller, fr., North Andrew; Sawyer Thuman, jr., Worth County; Ethan Rhoades, sr., Princeton
DB - Cam Martin, sr., Albany; Cy Carlson, sr., St. Joseph Christian. DE/LB - Peyton Hausman, sr., St. Joseph Christian.
PRINCETON FOOTBALL District 8 quarterfinals: Knox County takes 52-16 decision
Six turnovers slow Tiger offense
Eagles intercept fivepasses, one for TD, as Tigers’ season ends PRESTON COLE
Princeton Post-Telegraph
EDINA, Mo Princeton’s football season, marked by some key injuries and a rugged Grand River Conference West schedule, ended Friday night. Six turnovers, including five interceptions by three throwers, stymied the Tiger offense in a 5216 loss to Knox County in the District 8 quarterfinals.
Knox County (4-5) led 32-0 at halftime and 38-0 before Princeton (2-8) got its first score two-thirds
of the way through the third quarter.
Cooper Clair accounted for all eight KC touchdowns. He ran for four touchdowns and threw for three others as he passed for 111 yards and ran for 102 more, and added a 78-yard pick-six.
Tiger freshman ripped off a 41-yard run to the KC 10 on the game’s first play, but Princeton was called for holding on the next play - one of eight accepted penalties that cost the Tigers 90 yards.
Clair scored on a 17yard run with 2:21 left in the first quarter for a 6-0 Eagle lead.
He threw a 42-yard scoring pass to Isaac Shahan at the 11;43 mark of the second, and added a 78-yard interception return with 5:48 to go to put KC up 18-0.
Clair threw two more touchdown passes before halftime - a 23-yarder to Shahan (plus a 2-point run by Carrsen Hayes) and a 13-yard strike to Hayes on the last play of the half to put KC up 32-0 at the break.
Clair took the game to running clock mode on a 5-yard run with 9:41 left in the third, but the Tigers returned the game to regular timing with scores on
consecutive possessions - an 11-yard TD throw from Evans to Kash Holt with 3:43 to go (plus a 2-point Walker run), and a 45-yard pass from Evans to Walker with 10:45 left in the game to make it 38-16.
Clair added scoring runs of 30 and 2 yards, plus a 2-point run, with his 2-yarder with 5:05 left returning the game to the running clock rule.
STATISTICS
RUSHING: Mitchell Walker 7-47, Ethan Rhoades 5-12, Tyler Coffman 2-4, Clay Evans 9 (minus 11). PASSING: Evans 10-273 – 138, Coffman 1-2-1 – 6, Walker 0-1-1 – 0. RECEIVING: Kash Holt 3-44, Cooper Boxley 3-27, Walker 2-52, Rhoades 1-9, Evans 1-6 Coffman 1-4.
COURTESY PRINCETON HIGH SCHOOL
Princeton football players named to the All-Grand River Conference West team, from left: Mitchell Walker, second team offense; Ethan Rhoades, honorable mention defense; Clay Evans, unanimous first team special teams, honorable mention; Kash Holt, second team offense; Chanse Glenn, honorable mention defense; and Cooper Boxley, honorable mention offense.
COURTESY PRINCETON HIGH SCHOOL Princeton softball players named to the AllGrand River Conference team, from left: Riley Clark, honorable mention; Kelsey Goodin, first team; Addilyn Henke, unanimous first team; and Macey Lewis, second team.
COURTESY MERCER HIGH SCHOOL Mercer softball players unanimously named to the All-HDC Conference team: Makenzie Hagan (left) and Riley Stark.
TERRI KELLY/Princeton Post-Telegraph Princeton’s Mitchell (white jersey) tackled Knox County’s Carrsen Hayes.