Trinity Alexander showed the FFA Grand Champion Full Blood Boer Goat at the Missouri State Fair. The goat was also the 4-H/FFA Overall Reserve Grand Champion Full Blood Boer Goat. Additionally, Alexander had three does in the Champion Drive. Submitted by Debbie Alexander
Rise Up Hygiene Pantry to Hold Trivia Night
Joni Broshar is pictured with Rise Up Hygiene Pantry items, which are always needed. Submitted by Mary Comstock
Have a blast for a good cause at Trivia Night on Saturday, October 19, at the Bixler 108. The Rise Up Hygiene Pantry is organizing the challenging and entertaining evening to raise awareness of its essential community service. Teams of up to 8 persons (ages 18 and up) can enter the contest for a suggested donation of $125 per table. To guarantee a spot, contact Joni Broshar at 641-895-9558 by October 11.
Beginning at 5 p.m., an ample taco bar and delicious homemade desserts will be offered for a free-will donation.
The trivia contest will start promptly at 6:30 p.m. Brian Felton will keep things lively as the emcee and delightful musical entertainment will be featured during breaks.
Ten trivia rounds will be played, each containing 10 questions over a variety of subjects. Mulligans will be available for purchase. Cash prizes will be offered to the first and second place winners in the amounts of $150 and $75 respectively.
Improvements are in the Works at the Lucerne Stock Show Fairgrounds
The older section of the show barn in Lucerne was taken down on September 12 to make room for a new addition. Photo submitted by Jill Blanchard
Submitted by Jill Blanchard
After a few years of wanting to replace the original show barn located at the east end of the new show barns, it’s becoming a reality. On Thursday, September 12, Josh Dickerson, Butch Williams, Jim Blanchard and Mike Blanchard worked to demolish the old building. The new building is scheduled to be built this fall. The next day, the crew,
along with Jeff Robinson, worked to relocate the water line. Tucker Lewis joined them after school and helped to fill in the trench. Along with the new building, a new wash rack will be built. The building and wash rack were built around 1967 with improvements through the years.
We’re excited for the new improvements to our facility. The fair in 2024 had 113 exhibitors showing their livestock
during the Lucerne Stock Show. We strive to provide a safe and improved facility for the 4-H and FFA kids from our county as well as from around the area.
Dates to keep in mind for activities for the Lucerne Stock Show: Soup Supper fundraiser on Saturday, November 16th. The 2025 Lucerne Stock Show will be July 30 through August 2nd Follow their Facebook page for updates.
1988-2007 PC Softball Era to be Inducted Into Missouri Sports Hall of Fame
Submitted by Wayne Kleinschmidt, Veteran Service Officer
Friday. October 4th, 9am to 2pm
The Rise Up Hygiene Pantry, housed at the First Christian Church, was opened in May, 2023 to help people maintain their dignity in a time when people are really needing extra help. Public assistance programs, such as SNAP and WIC, do not provide funds for paper and personal care items. Usage of the pantry has grown from 19 households the first month to over 70 households, and include recipients from young adults to folks in their 90s.
September 11, 2024: In a press conference at Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia, MO, it was announced that the 1988-2007 Putnam County Softball Era will be inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall Of Fame as part of the Class of 2024.
The Rise Up Hygiene Pantry is open for distribution the same day as the food pantry. Each month, local households receive up to 10 items including but not limited to toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, personal hygiene products, cleaning products, and female and baby items. Joni Broshar coordinates the pantry and, along with volunteers, works to keep the pantry stocked. Donations of cash or brand new supplies are always welcome. Checks should be made payable to First Christian Church, with ‘Rise Up Hygiene Pantry’ in the memo line. Checks and donations can be mailed or left at the church at 2608 Garfield Street, Unionville.
In the far reaches of north central Missouri sits the small rural county of Putnam. In the middle of Putnam County you will find the town of Unionville. It is by far the largest town in the county with a population of about 2000. In Unionville, you will find the only school in the county. Some of the other towns in Putnam County include Hartford, Lucerne, Livonia, Omaha, and Lemons. Like most counties in Northern Missouri; Putnam has faced a declining population. In fact, Putnam lost two thirds of its population between 1900 and 2000. This is the home of the Putnam County Lady Midgets high school softball team.
In October of 1987, the Putnam County Lady Midgets lost a tough 1 to 0 district championship game. It would be the last time the Lady Midgets would lose a district softball game for over two decades. During that stretch they would win the next twenty district titles that included
48 consecutive district wins. The streak ended in 2008, ironically in a disappointing 1 to 0 loss to eventual district champion Highland.
In 1988, under the leadership of Max Mothersbaugh, Putnam County softball began to establish itself as one of the top high school programs throughout the state. In his first season, Mothersbaugh led the Lady Midgets to a district title and a final four appearance where they would finish fourth. Coach Mothersbaugh would coach for ten seasons, nine times taking his teams to the final four. He saw the importance of a competitive schedule and would put the team in regular season tournaments that included much larger schools. It would be these tournament games that would ready the Midgets for post season play.
In 1998, Mike Schmidli took over and guided the Lady Midgets for the next twelve years and continued the district title streak for ten additional years. They continued to play a competitive schedule which allowed the continued post season success, including two state titles in 1998 and again in 2003.
During this era, Putnam became one of the most dominant softball programs in the state.
The Lady Midgets were known for strong pitching, outstanding defense, solid hitting, and aggressive base running. They would win 414 games while losing 82 in this twenty year span for an .833 winning percentage. Within the Tri-Rivers Conference, Putnam would win 129 games, losing 11 for a .921 winning percentage. The Lady Midgets would go a perfect 48 and 0 in district play. In the state playoffs, they would win 34 games while losing 17. By the completion of this twenty year period, the Lady Midgets had won 16 conference titles, twenty district titles, made the quarterfinals 15 times, and made twelve final four appearances. At the final four, the Midgets took home third place six times, finished state runner up three times, and won three state championships (1990, 1998, and 2003). The success was a reflection of outstanding student athletes and very supportive parents. The support also came from the community and school district. During this time, the softball facilities were greatly upgraded and this, along with the success of the softball program, conMO Fame ... Cont. to pg. 4
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. Friday October 4th 11am till everyone is seen a councilor from the Kansas City Vets Center will be present. The Vet Center helps with Readjustment, PTSD, and Depression Counseling. Friday, October 4th, 9am to 2pm Missouri Veterans Commission 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 Monday, October 7th, 9 am 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 Veterans Service Officers is on call at 660–359-2078 M-F 9am to 5PM
A Counselor is available on a needed basis throughout the month. Dr. Hudson helps with PTSD, and readjustment counseling. Discharged and active military are welcome. We are looking for people who would like to be VA Shuttle Drivers. For more information please call 660-3592078.
North Central Missouri College has reached a historic milestone in student enrollment for the Fall 2024 semester, surpassing the highest headcount and highest credit hour benchmark in the college’s history. Overall, the headcount and credit hours have reached a record-breaking total of 1,950 students, taking 18,588 credit hours. This growth has resulted in an increase of 6% in headcount and a 4% increase NCMC Set New Enrollment Record NCMC... Cont. to pg. 4
Lady Midgets Defeat Clark
Co. Lady Indians, 17-0
In the first round of play at the PC Varsity Softball Tournament on Saturday, September 21, the Lady Midgets were matched against the Clark County Lady Indians, with the Midgets being the visitors on the scoreboard.
The Midgets took a 1-0 lead in the top of the first when Jenna Knowles scored after reaching on a walk, stealing a base and scoring on Allise Perkin’s sacrifice. On the mound, Perkins struck out the first two batters faced and good defense kept the Indians scoreless in the first.
The Midgets went on a scoring frenzy in the second inning, putting seven on the board, to bring the score to 8-0. Maddi Beals, who took it to a full count, started things off with a single. Willow Roberts reached on an error. Traylen Brundage
connected for a single, followed by a double by Jenna Knowles and singles by Quinn Webb and Rory Gilworth.
The score remained the same through innings two and three, with the Midgets adding a pair in the fourth courtesy of Knowles and Webb, who scored on Gilworth’s double.
The Midgets secured the 17-0 win in the fifth, batting through the lineup and adding nine more runs.
Webb led the hitting for the Midgets going three for four. Other hits came from Knowles with a pair of singles, Allise Perkins with a single, Gilworth with a single and a double, Beals with a pair of singles, Reagan Smith with a single and Brundage with a single and a triple.
Perkins was on the mound for the Midgets.
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Friday & Saturday, September 27th & 28th
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Directions: Turn of Wildflower Dr. onto Woodsage, turn right onto Magnolia, up the hill to the corner of dewberry and Magnolia.
Lifetime Accumulation of Everything: Collectibles, Antiques, decorative Items (lots of pillows), Christmas Decorations (Hallmark), Outdoor Lighted Trees and more. Indoor Furniture. Tools: hand tools, miter saw, table saw, gas and electric chainsaws, and lots more. Outdoor Equipment: John Deere X330 Lawn Mower with 286 hours, one owner, bought new. Aerator, Lawn Sweeper, Pull behind fertilizer (used once), Camper and RV Misc. items, Outdoor Furniture: Table, 4 chairs and umbrella, Love Seat and 2 chairs with cushions, Lounge Chairs (never used), Straight Chairs, Outdoor Tables. AND A LOT MORE!!
She faced 21 batters, allowing one hit, striking out eight and issuing only three walks.
In game two, the Midgets defeated Green City, 11-1 and followed up with a 7-5 win over
Milan to move to the finals against Macon, where the Tigers handed them a 10-0 loss. Details for these games will appear in next week’s edition.
Delivering the Strike
Allise Perkins delivers the strike in game one of the PC Varsity Softball Tournament. Perkins struck out eight of the 21 Clark County Indians she faced, allowing only one hit and issuing only three base on balls.
The American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 34, Met Monday, September 16, 2024, at the Legion Hall. Seven members were present: Jan Clark, Nancy Jones, Margaret Quigley, Mildred Rhoades, Janet Schmidt, Vicki Stewart and Lola Williams. Mildred called the meeting to order.
The colors were in place and opening prayer was given by Janet. In memory of our dead a moment of silence was given. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and the Preamble to the Constitution of the American Legion Auxiliary were repeated.
Roll call was taken.
The minutes of the August meeting were read and approved. Treasurer’s report was also approved as given.
A thank you was read from Cora Hartwig, our 2023 scholarship winner and a thank you from the Leta Torrey family.
Old Business: We discussed what needs to be included in our IMPACT report we submit to District in April. A total of hours and money spent by each
member on service to veterans, youth and in the community. Totals are compiled by each Unit then sent to the District and on to State.
Final plans were made for the Legion’s Homecoming BBQ. We will provide potato salad, pasta salad and homemade cookies. We will also do drinks and serve. The men are doing the meat and baked beans. Serving is from 11-1 on Homecoming day October 4.
New Business: We discussed doing a Pocket Park Paver which will be included in the sidewalk on Main and 17th Street. It will have the wording “American Legion Auxiliary, Wilbur C. Odam, Unit 34.” Margaret made the motion to do this. Vicki seconded. Motion passed. Lola will take care of this project.
The Second District meeting will be October 5 at Bucklin. There being no further business, Janet gave the closing prayer and Mildred brought meeting to a close.
Next meeting will be October 21, 2024.
Rhoades
Mildred
A Commitment to Service
“I don’t know what your destiny will be, but one thing I do know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who have sought and found how to serve.”
Honor, Tradition, Craftsmanship and Pride.
Centerville Monument Company has a rich tradition going all the way back to its origination in 1868 and is continued with the current and second generation owner, Mason Whisler and his wife Taren. Centerville Monument Company holds its craftsmanship to the highest standard to provide your loved one with the highest quality memorial that you and your family can be proud of for generations to come. Come see Mason and Taren at 1215 East Maple St. in Centerville Monday through Friday 8-12, 1-4 or give them a call at 641-856-2565 to schedule an appointment or ask about any memorial needs or questions you may have.
The American Legion provides their services, opening Friday night football games at Dave Mitchell Field. This act of service has become a part of Putnam County Football tradition.
Madison Beals puts out the Clark County runner at first.
Second baseman Bella Lopez fields and fires to first for the out against Clark County.
Albert Schweitzer
Administration Announces Final Awards through Landmark Meat and Poultry Processing Investment
Over $325 million total investment in 74 independent meat and poultry processing projects, including Palindromes locally, already strengthening food supply chain, creating new jobs and supporting American farmers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2024 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that USDA is awarding more than $35 million in grants to 15 independent meat processors in 12 states to increase processing capacity, spur competition to expand market opportunities for U.S. farmers and create jobs in rural areas. This marks the final investment in the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program(MPPEP), funded by President Biden’s American Rescue Plan, which was first launched in 2022.
The investments announced today also advance the President’s Investing in America agenda and support the Administration’s Action Plan for a Fairer, More Competitive, and More Resilient Meat and Poultry Supply Chain, which dedicates resources to expand independent processing capacity.
“For the past four years, the Biden-Harris Administration has advanced a sustainable vision of agriculture that prioritizes the needs of the hardworking producers and small business owners who keep rural communities strong,”
Secretary Vilsack said. “Through investments like these, USDA is working to give farmers and ranchers a fair chance to compete in the marketplace, which will increase local food options and lower grocery costs for American families.”
Since the beginning of the program, USDA has provided 74 awards totaling more than $325 million through MPPEP to expand processing capacity and strengthen the food supply chain.
Many projects are still in development and have already increased the processing capacity at these facilities by more than 800,000 cattle, 14,000 hogs, 23 million chickens and 5 million turkeys annually.
Additionally these projects are serving almost 900 additional meat and poultry producers and have created more than 1,200 new jobs.
As part of today’s announcement, the funding will help build new processing plants, create hundreds of jobs, give local producers and entrepreneurs better business opportunities, and give consumers more options at the grocery store.
Locally, Palindromes, a majority farmer-owned company, is a start-up poultry processor based in rural Missouri is receiving $3,000,000. Support from MPPEP – Phase 2 will allow Palindromes to increase processing volume in the region promoting competition in the poultry
NORTH MISSOURI SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT REGION B NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY REGION B DISTRICT GRANTS September 18, 2024
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 generate 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.
processing sector, provide for more diverse options in the market and create a more resilient food supply chain, create 32 new jobs in an underserved community, and construct a climate-smart processing facility that will assist their community in economic recovery. They anticipate serving 24 independent poultry producers through this project and will process over 570,000 birds annually.
The awards will benefit people living in Arkansas, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New York and Pennsylvania.
Details on all of the awards announced is available online at https://www.rd.usda. gov/media/file/download/usda-rd-chart-mppep-awards-09192024. pdf
Delivering on Fair, Competitive, and Transparent Markets
MPPEP is one of many actions that USDA is taking to expand processing capacity, create more revenue streams and market opportunities for producers, and improve the competitive landscape in food and agricultural markets. Under President Biden’s historic Executive Order on Promoting Competition in America’s Economy and as set out in our competition report, USDA has led a whole-of-USDA approach and partaken in a whole-of-government initiative to improve the competitive landscape in food and agricultural markets.
Since the start of the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA has invested over $1.4 billion to support new or expanded small-sized and medium-sized processing facilities and to create a more resilient,
diverse and secure U.S. food supply chain. Additional information on all these programs is available at www.usda. gov/meat. In addition, USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has been holding small plant roundtables to assist small businesses with federal regulations. Between 2023 and 2024, 11 roundtables were held to provide an opportunity for communication and to help small plant owners and operations be successful.
USDA is also supporting greater transparency in markets, and in February 2024, finalized a new rule that only permits the voluntary “Product of USA” or “Made in the USA” claim to be applied to those FSIS-regulated meat and poultry products that are derived from animals born, raised, slaughtered and processed in the United States, which better aligns with consumer understanding of what the label means.
In the last three and a half years, USDA has put forth a suite of critical new rules under the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921 to promote transparency in contracting and tournaments; address unfairness and deception in broiler grower payments; poultry grower ranking systems and capital improvement systems; prohibit discrimination, retaliation, and deception in a range of circumstances; and provide better clarity around unfair practices and competitive injury. With two final rules, two more proposed rules and more on the way, USDA is reinvigorating the century-old fair and competitive market laws to empower producers and growers.
USDA Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities,
create jobs and improve the quality of life for millions of Americans in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural, tribal and high-poverty areas. Visit the Rural Data Gatewayto learn how and where these investments are impacting rural America. To learn more, visit www.usda.gov.
USDA touches the lives of all Americans each day in so many positive ways. USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more
resilient local and regional food production, promoting competition and fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access to safe, healthy and nutritious food in all communities, building new markets and streams of income for farmers and producers using climate-smart food and forestry practices, making historic investments in infrastructure and clean energy capabilities in rural America, and committing to equity across the Department by removing systemic barriers and building a workforce more representative of America. To learn more, visit www. usda.gov.
Thank You, PC Café Meal Champions!
The P.C. Café appreciates the support of the following businesses, organizations, and individuals for providing meals for the Senior Citizens in Putnam County
SEPT 6 - Hy-Vee
SEPT 10- Memory of Mary Sanders (Larry Sanders)
SEPT 13- Memory of Shorty & Orval Jones (Steve & Linda Jones)
SEPT 18- PC R1 School Staff
SEPT 20- Memory of Paul Rieman (Judith Murrow Rieman)
SEPT 24- Honor of the Lady Lakers
SEPT 27- Charlies Place & Stream Connect TV(Bowmans)
SEPT 30-Memory of Maxine & Glen Clinkenbeard (Family)
If you are interested in becoming a Meal Champion for older adults please contact Mary Clapham at the P.C.Cafe and Resource Center
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by Dr. H. Wade Paris
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Factchecking
The twenty-first century has brought a word to our attention, factchecking. It is not a new word; it just has never seen this much usage before. The goal of factchecking is to find the truth. You may be surprised to know the New Testament had at least one factchecker, the disciple Thomas. Jesus told his disciples He was going away. The disciples likely registered displeasure at these words. Jesus continued, “You know the way to the place where I am going.” By these words, Jesus likely meant as believers the disciples would one day follow Him into heaven.
Thomas asked for more instructions. “We don’t know where you are going; how can we know the way?” Then again following the resurrection, Thomas could not believe until he checked the facts, “I will not believe until I see the scars in Jesus’ hands and feet.” Thomas’s factchecking earned him the name “doubting Thomas.”
On our way home from Kentucky, we missed our highway exit and got lost. We parked on the roadside to check our map. A lady, pre-
sumably a local, came over to help us. “Are you lost?” she asked.
“Yes, we are going to Kirksville, Missouri; but we missed our exit. Now we do not know which way to go.”
“Let me see your map,” she said; then she joined us in the search. It did not take long for us to realize she had no earthly idea how to direct us.
This story illustrates important truths. First, be careful where you get your advice. God alone knows where we would have gone if we had followed the lady’s advice. No matter where you get your advice, do not be afraid to check it out. Jesus welcomed Thomas’s factchecking. “Thomas, ‘I am the way.’” Then later when Thomas insisted on proof of the resurrection, “Except I see His scarred hands and feet, I will not believe.” Jesus showed Thomas His scarred hands and side.
Jesus not only said, “I am the way.” He also said, “I am the truth.” Truth will always survive an honest factcheck. The Bible is the place to check on your eternal queries. It is truth and will never lead you astray. Check it out!
Birthdays
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tributed to the pride that was shared by those involved with the softball program and the community as a whole.
Some of the more memorable moments during the forty eight game winning streak included the 1998 and 2003 teams that went into the district tournament as the third seed. Both seasons they not only won the district title but went on to win state championships. In 2003, they would win three 1 to 0 games to take the district title. In 2006, the defending and undefeated 2005 state champions, the Highland Cougars, with eight returning starters including their pitcher and catcher, would become an obstacle in the streak. The Midgets were up to the challenge defeating Highland 5 to 1 in the championship game. Several times during the streak, the Midgets would have to rally late to keep the winning streak alive and always rose to the challenge.
During the era, one might not have fully understood or appreciated what each team was accomplishing. Fourteen
Back in the Day
years after the streak came to an end, the Lady Midgets have not won another district title. They have finished second five different times (2010, 2016, 2018, 2019 and 2021). In reflecting back now, one can see how special it was to be a part of the Lady Midgets and their softball achievements during this era.
The induction will take place on October 20 in Columbia, MO. They will be locally recognized on October 4, as part of our Homecoming festivities. [Source: PC Facebook page]
Homecoming Schedule
Pep Assembly - 9:00 AM (HS Gym)
Homecoming Parade - 2:00 PM (Start in HS Parking Lot)
Softball Complex/ Field Dedication - 4:30 PM (Softball Complex)
Hy-Vee Booster Club
Tailgate - 5:30 PM (HS Commons)
Putnam County vs. Polo Football Game7:00 PM (Dave Mitchell Field)
Missouri Sports Hall of Fame RecognitionHalftime of the Football Game
By Ross Malone
September 25, 1976
Midgets Defeat Maysville, 8-1
On September 10, the Lady Midgets hosted the Maysville Lady Wolverines. After holding Maysville scoreless in the top of the first, the Midgets jumped to a 3-0 lead in the bottom of the inning. The Midgets were aggressive on the bases, stealing four alone in the first inning. Pitcher Allise Perkins, the lead off batter, connected for a single, then stole a pair of bases before scoring. Quinn Webb reached on a walk, stole a base and scored. Rory Gilworth hit a double and stole third before scoring.
Bella Lopez scored in the bottom of the second after reaching on a walk to move the score to 4-0. Lopez also reached and
scored in both the fourth and fifth inning and posted a stolen base. Also in the fourth inning, Brundage hit a single, stole a base and scored.
The Wolverines finally got on the board in the top of the fifth with a run, bringing the score to 6-1. The Midgets answered in the bottom of the fifth, when Alivia Harlan reached on a single and scored, followed by Lopez’s run, to secure the 8-1 win.
The Midgets’ eight runs came off of nine hits with six left on base. Webb led the team in RBIs with a pair. Perkins faced 24 batters, striking out nine and allowing only three base on balls.
Gallatin Bulldogs Hand Midgets 5-3 Loss
On Tuesday, September 3, the Lady Midgets hosted the Gallatin Lady Bulldogs.
In the top of the first inning, Gallatin’s leadoff batter connected for a single and would go on to score following singles by her teammates. The Midget defense was able to put out a pair of base runners and pitcher Allise Perkins closed the top of the inning with a pair of strike outs.
Both Gallatin and PC put an additional run on the board in the second inning, leaving the game tied 2-2. The Bulldogs pulled ahead 3-2 in the third inning and added an additional run in the fourth to take the 4-2 lead.
The Midgets answered with a run in the bottom of the fifth when Quinn Webb, who reached on a walk, scored on Gilworth’s double.
Kyle Owings, Richard Hill, Zachery Webber, Lindsay Loughead, Kay Bonifazi, Roger Moss, Justin Lorence, Tony Webb, Joey McGuire, Madison Bradshaw, Jaylee McKenzie
Saturday, September 28
Katrina Gatlin, Cameron Knowles, Patty Sury, Justin Henry
Sunday, September 29
Helen Dawson, Mendi
Thursday, September 26
Ham & Great Northern Beans, Roasted Red Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Corn Bread, Fruit Cobbler
Friday, September 27
BUFFET, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Yankee Green Beans, Assorted Fruit/Desserts
Monday, September 30
Pork Roast, Mashed
Conner, Krysta Owings, Dan Jones, Gary Haught, Andy Robinson, Kori Hornaday, Bob Briggs, Bob Smith
Monday, September 30
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Tuesday, October 1
Juanita Hall, Reggie Dunkin, Dennis Hamilton, Jason Hamilton, Amanda Gragg, Twila Lochhead
Wednesday, October 2
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Potatoes, Corn Casserole, Fruit
Tuesday, October 1
Beef Stroganoff, Peas/Carrots, Pickled Beets, Fruit
Wednesday, October 2
SALAD BAR, Beef and Noodles, 4-Way Mixed Vegetables, Rosy Pears, Mandarin Orange Cake
The now-famous cheer, of M-I-Z – Z-O-U was chanted for the first time on this day. Missouri beat Ohio State 22-21.
September 26, 1820 – Daniel Boone died on this day at his home on the Femme Osage near Defiance, MO
September 27, 1937 –It was reported that some men from Camdenton had formed two teams to hunt crows. In December, the team which had shot the fewest birds would have to literally “eat crow.”
September 28, 2013
– Pigs Aloft, the nation’s first and only pig museum, opened with over 14,500 items on display in Owensville.
September 29, 1905 – Harold Bell Wright arrived in Lebanon to take over as Pastor of the Christian Church. In his
office, he wrote his most famous book, The Shepherd of the Hills
September 30, 2022
– Approximately 80,000 fans attended a Garth Brooks concert at a new amphitheater near Branson. However, a shortage of shuttle busses caused thousands more to go walking down Highway 86 and missing the concert.
October 1, 1804 – The pillory and whipping post were established on this date as official forms of punishment in Missouri. The whipping post held a person in place while being lashed with a leather bull whip. The pillory held a person’s head and wrists while they endured humiliation or physical pain.
For information about Ross Malone’s Missouri Books, visit www.RossMalone.com
In the bottom of the first, Rory Gilworth connected for a triple and would go on to score and tie the game. Gilworth led the team in hits with a pair. Other hits came from Allise Perkins, Alivia Harlan, Willow Roberts and Ava Perkins.
We are starting to see the turning of colors. Of course, we are in Autmn now so that is to be expected. What kind of Fall will it be?
Kevin Collins Already we are seeing plenty of yellows. The cottonwoods are turning yellow, the ragweed is yellow, the beans are turning yellow and there are lots of yellow daisies. Soon the other colors will join the outburst in praise of the season.
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Gallatin secured the 5-3 win in the top of the sixth. Gallatin’s five runs came on seven hits and they left 11 runners stranded. The Midgets’ three runs came on seven hits and they left eight runners on base.
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in credit hours from last fall.
This achievement sets a record for NCMC, surpassing the previous highest headcount benchmark from Fall 2023 by 106 students and the highest credit hours benchmark from Fall 2010 by 160 hours.
bly proud to see such positive growth and to achieve the highest enrollment in the history of NCMC,” said Dr. Lenny Klaver, President. “This accomplishment is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all our faculty and staff. Well done by all!” NCMC ...
“We are incredi-
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drop-off sites are in Adair, Knox, Macon, Sullivan, Schuyler, Clark, Scotland, Randolph, Putnam, Lewis, Monroe, Ralls, and Shelby counties KIRKSVILLE, Mo—
To make it easier for deer hunters to help monitor Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has deployed deer head dropoff sites in 13 counties in the Northeast region. Each site has a freezer that will preserve the samples, which will be picked up later by MDC staff for CWD testing.
To submit a deer head for testing, hunters will be required to cut off the head in advance, so it can be left in the freezer.
The goal is to provide hunters an additional way of submitting their harvested deer for voluntary CWD testing. These self-serve drop sites will enable hunters to submit deer heads for sampling at their convenience throughout the 20242025 fall deer hunting season.
The sample drop-off sites in the Northeast region include:
Adair Co.— MDC Northeast Regional Office, 3500 E. Gans Rd. in Kirksville
Clark Co. —Wyaconda Fire Department, 25813 Locust St. in Wyaconda and Nick’s Farm and Home, 22424 US
HWY 136 in Kahoka Knox Co. —Edina Fire Department, 208 E. Monticello in Edina
Lewis Co. – Murphy’s, MO-16 in Monticello
Macon Co.—MFA, 1805 N. Missouri Street in Macon and New Cambria Volunteer Fire Department, 107 W. Jones Ave. in New Cambria
Monroe Co. – Monroe County USDA office, 18771 HWY 15 in Paris
Putnam Co. —Charlies Place, 2808 W. Main St. in Unionville Ralls Co. – Hobby Hut, 28880 MO-19 in Perry
Randolph Co. –Mid-Missouri Taxidermy, 2073 State HWY EE in Moberly and Rothwell Park, 107 Rothwell Park Rd in Moberly and Higbee Fire Station, 100 Adems St. in Higbee
Schuyler Co.—The Outler, 811 US-63 in Lancaster
Scotland Co. —Nutrien Ag, 14431 State HWY 15 in Memphis and Hillside Gun Shed, 18827 County Rd. 555 in Memphis and Corner of Route H and HWY 163 in Arbela and Memphis Farm and Home, 463 S. Market St. in Memphis Shelby Co. – USDA office, 210 E. Main in Shelbyville
Sullivan Co.—Shop and Talk Convenience Store, 9 W. Hwy 6 in Green City
map showing all voluntary CWD testing drop off sites throughout the state, go to https://short. mdc.mo.gov/ZCH.
Hunters should cut off the deer head (and antlers for any bucks) while leaving about six inches of neck attached before coming to the drop-off location. Materials will be available at the freezer sites, such as trash bags, zip ties, and data sheets, that hunters can use in labeling the heads.
Hunters will need to record their name and contact information, as well as their Telecheck ID numbers and the location the deer was harvested. They can then simply leave the head in the freezer. Staff will collect the head and pull the samples to be submitted for testing.
The drop-off sites will not be available for use during the opening weekend of the firearms deer season (Nov. 1617) in counties where mandatory CWD sampling is required, which includes Adair, Macon, Sullivan, Schuyler, Clark, Scotland, Randolph, Lewis, Monroe, and Shelby counties. Hunters harvesting deer in mandatory CWD sampling counties must use the MDC staffed sampling locations normally used for CWD Mandatory Sampling during the opening weekend. The drop-off sites will still be open in Knox, Ralls, and Putnam counties, as these have been excluded from mandatory sampling during the 2024 season. The sites in these counties will provide a voluntary sampling option for those hunters
who would still like to get their deer tested.
Hunters will be able to check the results themselves online using their Telecheck ID at https:// short.mdc.mo.gov/ZuE within three weeks. MDC will notify a hunter directly if their sample returns a positive result. The Centers for Disease Control does not recommend consuming meat from a deer that has tested positive for CWD.
CWD is a neurological disease that is fatal to deer. A deer may be infected with no visible symptoms. The only way to positively identify the presence of CWD is to extract lymph nodes from the animal’s neck. The disease has been confirmed in Adair, Macon, Sullivan, Clark, Scotland, Randolph, and Putnam counties in MDC’s Northeast region, as well as counties elsewhere in the state. Hunters can play an important role in helping MDC monitor and track the disease in Missouri by providing this valuable data.
Hunters who harvest deer from any of the CWD Management Zone counties are reminded that they must follow carcass transportation restrictions when traveling to CWD testing sites. Visit http://short.mdc. mo.gov/Z9V, or see the 2024 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Information and Regulation booklet for details.
The drop-off sites will be available to accept samples until the conclusion of the 2024-2025 archery deer season, Jan. 15, 2025.
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Graves
WASHINGTON, DC – On September 18, Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) introduced the Rails to Trails Landowner Rights Act and the Protecting Our Farmers from the Green New Deal Act. Both bills strengthen landowner rights to stop federal land seizures.
“There are few things more sacred than our right to own property, to farm, and to provide for our families,” said Graves. “That’s why our Founding Fathers sought to protect landowners from government land grabs with the Fifth Amendment. Sadly, too many Washington bureaucrats these days just don’t get it—and that’s exactly why we need stronger laws to keep these unaccountable bureaucrats in line, protect landowner rights, and stop unjust federal land grabs.”
H.R. 9603, the Rails to Trails Landowner Rights Act, reigns in the Surface Transportation Board’s Rails to Trails program, which allows the federal government to take former railroad corridors and give those corridors to third parties for use as recreational trails. This broken process violates the constitutional rights of landowners and unfairly cuts them out of the process. Graves’ legislation would require trail sponsors to get sign off from all impacted landowners and fully compensate landowners when a project moves forward.
You can read the Rails to Trails Landowner Rights Act at https:// graves.house.gov/sites/ evo-subsites/graves. house.gov/files/evo-media-document/Rails%20 to%20Trails.pdf
H.R. 9604, the Protecting Our Farmers from the Green New Deal Act, repeals provisions from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) signed
into law by President Biden that allow the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to override state permitting decisions and approve eminent domain for electric transmission lines. You can read the Protecting Our Farmers from the Green New Deal Act at https://graves.house. gov/sites/evo-subsites/ graves.house.gov/files/ evo-media-document/ Protect%20from%20 GND.pdf
As Chairman of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Congressman Graves also included language in theWater Resources Development Act of 2024 that prohibits the United States Army Corps of Engineers from acquiring any lands or interest in lands using eminent domain under the Missouri River BSNP Fish and Wildlife Mitigation Project. You can read the Section 331(a)(3) on pg. 269 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 at https:// docs.house.gov/billsthisweek/20240722/ HR%208812%20-%20 Graves.pdf. What They Are Saying: Missouri Farm Bureau President Garrett Hawkins: “For too long, property owners have been run over by provisions of the federal Rails to Trails program, which allows the conversion of abandoned rail lines to public trails without their consent. Protecting private property rights is a priority for Missouri Farm Bureau. We are grateful to Chairman Graves for leading the charge to ensure landowners rights are protected when new trails are proposed. We look forward to working with Chairman Graves and his colleagues in Congress to move this priority initiative across the finish line.”
2nd Annual “If It Rolls, It
Public Notice
Public notices… Your right to know… and be informed of the function of your government are embodied in public notices. In that self-government charges all citizens to be informed; this newspaper urges every citizen to read and study these notices. We strongly advise those citizens seeking further information to exercise their right of access to public record and public meetings.
IN THE 3RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, PUTNAM COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE
IN THE ESTATE OF:
) SHARON MARIE ––ROBBINS, ) deceased )
Estate No.: 24AJPR00012
NOTICE OF LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
(Supervised Administration)
To All Persons Interested in the Estate of SHARON MARIE ROBBINS, Decedent:
On August 29, 2024, the following individual, Heather Jared, was appointed the personal representative of the estate of SHARON MARIE ROBBINS, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Putnam County, Missouri.
The personal representative’s business address is:1710 E. Shepherd Ave, Kirksville, MO 63501
The personal representative’s attorney’s name and business address and phone number is: Mark Williams 1003 East Jefferson Street, Kirksville, MO
63501. Ph: 660-665-7777
All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to,or served upon,such creditor by the personal representative,then within two months from the date it was mailed or served,whichever is later or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after Decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods.Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo,shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021,RSMo
Date of the Decedent’s death: February 21, 2024
Date of first publication: September 4, 2024 /s/ Leslie Ream Circuit Clerk
Joe’sBitsand Pieces
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Dr. See
Nathan Baughman Debbie Wardlow Debbie Wardlow
Joe Koenen, AgriBusiness Specialist (Mo Extension Ret.)
FARM NAMES
I was assisted on this topic by reading and responding to a Facebook post this week. I sincerely hope that even though it is harvest time that many farmers read this and understand the importance.
In north Missouri at least, farming is a fairly male dominate profession even though many women are invaluable to their husbands. One of the things I noticed throughout my career is that farmers traditionally call farms they rent by the former owners or someone they knew who owned it before such as the Smith place or Jones farm. That may be fine for you as a producer but there are several reasons you need to communicate that to your wife/significant other. I remember years ago trying to find a farmer and caught his wife at work and asked her if he was at the Smith, Jones or several other farms I knew he operated. She responded that “You probably know more about his operation than I do”.
My point today is you as a farm operator need to communicate these farm names and locations to their wives ASAP! Why? (1) If you have an emergency and need help, if you call your wife or 9-1-1 they need to know where the farm is and even the field you are in. Time is of the essence in these cases. (2) You and your wife are a team in the farm and as a team, she should know what land you farm or run cattle on. Your wife is responsible for the farm debt and so needs to be
included in decisions and know what and where the farms are. (3) There are many non-emergency situations that arise (parts, meals, etc.) where if they know where the Smith place is they can get there easier and faster.
In conclusion, do not delay in doing this for your spouse/significant other. You should have a file for all the land you operate with a map, farm name your call it, acres and rent situation at a minimum. Sit down and share that with your wife as soon as possible. The life you save could be your own (both physically and with your wife being happier)!
REMINDERS
Do not forget the Market on the Square continues every Saturday morning from 7 to 11 am until the end of October. Falol is coming close but locally grown fruits and vegetables are in full scale with watermelons, squash and muskmelons joining beets, tomatoes, cucumbers, green beans, zucchinis, potatoes, apples and peaches in addition to baked goods, mums, eggs, crafts and other products are available. There are other markets around our area too so check them out also.
4-H in Putnam County, due to our later fair, begins enrollments in October. Please check it out if your kids are 5 to 18 or contact the extension office (947-2705) to ask more about 4-H. THOUGHT: “There is no such thing as a failed experiment, only experiments with unexpected results!”
October 2024 Clinic Schedule
Debbie Wardlow Nathan Baughman
My Side of the Desk
Karen Bradshaw
With all the number of historic buildings coming down in the past few years, it is heartening to see the work that Unionville Historic Square, Inc. is doing on the west side of the Unionville square. Plans are to renovate the three buildings to provide rental apartments on the upper floors and retail space in the lower floors. The process, which will be expensive, will be broken down in three phases and will take some time and significant funds to bring to completion, but thanks to those working to Save Our Square. Tax deductible donations to the 501c3 non-profit Save Our Square can be dropped at the Unionville Republican office.
In researching at the museum, it became obvious that the problem of buildings falling down or having to be torn down is not a new problem or just a problem in this town.
Several of the smaller villages in the county once had nice brick and stone business buildings of which there is little or no evidence today.
Preserving the buildings on the west side of the square is not only preserving history but ensuring the potential for
future growth.
Also, while doing some research at the museum, I found an interesting bit of Putnam County trivia. I came across an item that mentioned Casey Stengel once played baseball in Unionville as a member of the Kansas City Bentons. Further research led to no information on the Bentons, but looking at the Wikipedia entry for Stengel, he began playing in the minor leagues in 1910, before being signed by the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1912. So, he probably appeared in this city sometime in that twoyear period.
There are two programs coming up in October at the museum.
On Saturday, October 12. Enfys McMurry will present Disaster at 39,000 Feet at 1 PM. Light refreshments will be served. On October 19, “Soup & Saddles” will be held. This is a program on Jesse James, presented by Randy Webber, which begins at 6 PM. Soup and desserts will be served starting at 5 PM. Free will donations accepted. Please plan to attend.
Hope you have a great week!
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MDC Encourages Public Feedback Through Surveys of Permit Holders
MDC emphasizes that email surveys are not spam and mailed surveys are not junk mail. Survey responses provide valuable feedback to MDC.
JEFFERSON CITY Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) annual efforts of sending surveys to various hunting and trapping permit holders is underway. Over the coming months, MDC will send surveys through emails and U.S. mail to more than 200,000 hunters and trappers. The surveys ask for feedback on many topics that relate to hunter and trapper opinions and levels of satisfaction with current regulations, days spent hunting or trapping, harvest data, and more. Permit holders are selected at random to receive these surveys to ensure that responses are as representative as possible.
“Public feedback is an essential part of our decision making about hunting and trapping regulations and seasons,” said MDC Director Jason Sumners. “Surveys are one of the tools we use and are vital in getting that feedback. The better participation by the public in responding to our surveys, the better we can understand what Missourians want from us.”
MDC Resource Analyst Suzanne Roudebush added that MDC sends surveys in several ways, such as through mailed surveys or electronic surveys through emails.
“We send surveys to trappers and hunters for various species or groups of species such as waterfowl, small game, black bear, turkey, and deer,” Roudebush said. “We then work with our MDC biologists to compile and analyze the data from survey responses. We use the information to help make decisions on things such as regulations changes, assessing hunter satisfaction with regulations, and to assess the status and trends of wildlife populations.” Survey Responses Matter “Responses from
deer-hunter surveys are one of the most important pieces of information we have for assessing the status of the deer population and for understanding hunter satisfaction with deer numbers and deer-hunting regulations,” said MDC Cervid Program Supervisor Jason Isabelle.
MDC sent surveys to nearly 10,000 trappers in August and will send Waterfowl Zone Structure Review Surveys to about 80,000 migratory-bird permit holders in late September. MDC will send a black-bear survey to all 400 current permit holders in late October.
“Receiving survey responses from blackbear hunters is important information we review and take into consideration when setting annual black bear hunting regulations,” said MDC Black Bear/Furbearer Biologist Nate Bowersock. “In addition, results from annual trapper surveys help us track trends in our furbearer populations that would otherwise be difficult to do.”
About 10,000 fall turkey hunters will get a survey in early November followed by surveys in January to about 85,000 deer hunters. Efforts continue in February with a waterfowl-harvest survey to about 10,000 hunters and a survey to about 16,000 small-game hunters. The annual effort concludes with a survey to about 5,500 snow-goose hunters and about 25,000 spring turkey hunters.
“We really want to emphasize that MDC email surveys are not spam and our mailed surveys are not junk mail,” Roudebush said. “Survey responses provide essential feedback to us when making decisions that impact hunters and trappers. We realize people are busier than ever, but we need to hear back from them to best serve them.”
Survey Response Rates Have Fallen
“It was common to have 50-60% of hunters and trappers respond
to our surveys 20 years ago,” she explained. “Five years ago, the response rates had fallen to 30-35%. Today, response rates are often under 20% and even 10%.”
Roudebush added that staff are exploring ways to increase response rates and making a concerted effort to stress the importance of survey responses in helping to shape hunting and trapping seasons and regulations.
“Higher response rates are critical both for having reliable data to inform management decisions and for allowing more individuals to engage in the process by sharing their input,”
she said. “As a hunter or trapper, receiving a survey from MDC provides you with an opportunity to become an active participant in the management of Missouri’s wildlife populations.”
In addition to these surveys, MDC also surveys MDC program attendees, forest nursery seedling buyers, hunter education attendees, shooting range visitors, volunteers, Conservationist readers, Missouri Recreational Access Program (MRAP) users, anglers, private landowners, and others. To learn more about MDC survey efforts, email RSD.Survey@mdc.mo.gov.
Investitaing Postal Issues
September 21, 2024
Dear Friend, There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t hear about the failures of the United States Postal Service. People aren’t getting their lifesaving medications on time, bills are coming in long after the due date, packages and letters are being rerouted all over the country, and absentee ballots are getting lost.
This isn’t the fault of local letter carriers. In most cases, there’s nothing they can do. The problem is that mail no longer gets sorted in your local post office. Even if you’re mailing a letter to your neighbor, your mail has to be shipped to a central processing center in St. Louis or Kansas City first. Thanks to USPS management, these processing centers are failing.
That’s why I pushed for the USPS Inspector General to audit the Kansas City Processing and Delivery Center last year and called for an audit of the St. Louis Processing and Delivery Center last week. While we’re waiting on a full inves-
tigation into the failures in St. Louis, we already have the audit back for Kansas City. USPS leadership knows the problem, but they’ve done nothing to fix it.
I joined my colleagues from the Kansas City region this week in calling on USPS to implement the audit’s recommendations and start fixing things. Identifying the problem is just the first step; now, we need to fix it. What’s the point of an investigation if you aren’t going to implement the solutions?
These failures and delays can’t continue—not in North Missouri, not anywhere. People need reliable mail service six days a week to get their prescriptions, bills, checks, and election mail on time. I will keep fighting to ensure we have a Postal Service we can rely on and be proud of. It’s one of the only agencies that can trace its roots to the Constitution. Delivering the mail on time is one of the few things the federal government needs to do and needs to do well.
Sincerely, Sam Graves
The Danger of Small Batteries
Lithium-ion batteries can store large amounts of power in small cells and are quick and easy to recharge. They also can catch fire or explode. The Tulsa [OK] Fire De-
partment recently posted a video showing just how easy and dangerous a lithium-ion battery can be. The fire department explained that when its energy “is released uncontrollably, it can generate heat, produce flammable and toxic gasses and even lead to explosions.”
City Council Addresses Full Agenda
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 19, 2024, with all aldermen [Gary Davis, Kellie Purdy, Eric Lutz and Jason Hill] in attendance.
Andrew McCollom, USDI, fielded questions regarding the City’s contract with USDI. McCollom stated that the recently presented contract does not charge for extra services that are part of everyday operations.
Alex Oberreuter, who has been farming the airport ground, reported that yields are up 70% due to the City agreeing to a three-year contract (2023-2025), which allowed him to fertilize the ground. He asked the Council to consider a five-year contract, when the current one expires. This was discussed.
Josh Stewart, Benton & Associates, reported that project bids on Phase 1 of the wastewater project were out and that permits should be in hand in two weeks. Stewart requested an amendment contract to include construction services. Purdy motioned to approve the amendment. Davis seconded the motion, which passed 4-0 via roll call vote.
A contingent representing the airport discussed the resurfacing project. Craig Comstock reported that between 400-500 Ag planes alone utilize the airport. Comstock shared pictures of the condition of the airstrip. There is still $494,000 in grant funds available for resurfacing, with a 10% match required. Hill stated that he didn’t feel comfortable committing $49,000 of city taxpayers’ money to a project that didn’t directly benefit them.
Comstock suggested utilizing Economic Development funds. Further discussion was postponed as the issue was on the agenda under New Business.
Purdy motioned to approve the Consent Agenda. Hill seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
Staff Reports were reviewed. T. J. Payne, Water/Wastewater Department, provided further information about the lead line survey and fielded questions.
Shawn Caley, Electric Department, gave an update on work following
Monday’s storm. Mayor Pittman reported that work on McCalment is 95% done. He then discussed an issue with debris in an alley. In Old Business, Lutz motioned to sign the USDI contract. Davis seconded the motion, which passed 4-0. The Engineer’s Report on 1702 Main was reviewed and discussed. Redrock Demolition can be onsite in about a month.
Economic Development proposals for funding were discussed at length. Hill motioned to approve the payments. Davis seconded the motion, which passed 3-0, with Purdy abstaining.
Electric/Water Building construction bids were opened. After reviewing the four bids, Davis motioned to approve the Summers Bros. bid. Purdy seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
Caley reported that after completing an inventory of transformers, he changed the bids, which will be less than approved at the last meeting. Lutz motioned to allow Caley to select the best bid. Hill seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
The old copy machine was the next item of discussion. It currently works, but if it breaks down, it cannot be repaired. After discussion, it will offer it on Facebook, with the stipulation it must be picked up. The Airport Asphalt Estimate was the next item on the agenda. Hill again voiced a concern about money and people’s perception. The subject of not wanting to lose the grant funding when for safety and liability reasons the pavement would need to be repaired. After a lengthy discussion, which included input from Chris Hines, Street Department, Lutz motioned to allocate $49,000, contact other interested parties to contribute, and if it goes over the $49,000, to revisit and revote. Purdy seconded the motion, which passed 4-0. At 7 PM, Purdy motioned to go into closed session as per RSMo 610.021 (3) Hiring, firing, disciplining or promoting of particular employees … following a seven-minute break. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
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Putnam County Gridiron Cages The Wolverines
Midgets move to 2-2 on the season
The Midgets hosted the Wolverines of Maysville, coming away with a win, 36-8.
Putnam County took the opening kickoff and started their drive at the 26 yard line. They quickly reached mid-field at the 47 yard line. Corbin Campbell-Johnson took the ball to the Maysville 37 for a 16 yard carry. Gideon Jones went 12 yards to the 17 yard line for a Midget first down. From there is was Angstrom Watt for the touchdown with 7:27 on the clock. The kick attempt after was no good and the Midgets were up 6-0.
On th Wolverines’ first drive they reached the 16 yard line and attempted a field goal on fourth down. That kick was blocked and the Midgets started their second drive at the 21 yard line.
The Midgets drove to the ten yard line for a first-and-goal. On second down, two yards to go from the second yard line, Campbell-Johnson rambled in for the touchdown. He carried the two-point conversion and the Midgets had a 14-0 lead over the Wolverines.
With just under a minute and a half on the clock Maysville started their drive on the 49 yard line. A pass moved the chains to the 29 yard line and a third down conversion got them to the 12 yard line. The defense stiffened up and held them to fourth and four. They tried to convert and was stopped by the Midgets turning the ball over on the 3 yard line.
The Putnam County offense stalled and the Midgets handed the ball to Maysville on an unsuccessful fourth down conversion.
Maysville started their drive on their 43 yard line and on third down Case Preston caused a Wolverine fumble and Matt McMillen recovered for the Midgets.
Time on the clock ran out before the Midgets
two-point conversion, going into the endzone untouched for a 22-0 lead.
Maysville began their next drive on the 33 yard line and tried to convert a fourth and three but couldn’t get past the
Treven Riediger (7) and Jacob Jones (40) charge the quarterback Friday night. would be able to capitalize on the recovery and Putnam County was on top 14-0 at half-time.
Maysville opened the third quarter and started their drive on their 25 yard line. After twice obtaining the first down the Wolverines tried to convert a fourth-and-13 but Watt and Nick Roberts were there for the stop and a Midget possession.
Putnam County quickly reached the 15 yard line and scored with 6:44 on the clock. Campbell-Jones carried the
Midget defense, turning the ball over to Putnam County.
Campbell-Jones scored on a 29 yard run on the Midgets next possession to spread the Midget lead to 280. They were not able to convert the two-point conversion.
The Maysville offense continued to struggle and they trailed 28-0 after three frames of football.
The Wolverines were on the drive opening the fourth quarter. They would complete a 31 yard pass with 9:41 on the clock to score. A two-point pass left the Wolverines trailing 28-8.
On their kickoff, Maysville attempted an on-side kick but Putnam County’s Roberts was able to cover the ball and maintain possession.
Starting at the 42 yard line the Midgets marched the ball down field with the drive highlighted by a 15 yard carry by Watt to the three yard line. On the next play, Watt would score the touchdown and follow up with the carry for the two-point conversion to give the Midgets a 36-8 lead.
A fumbled stopped the Midgets’ next drive and on their final drive, the Midgets ran out the clock for the win, 36-8.
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Lady Midgets Defeat Polo Panthers, 4-3
On Tuesday, September 17, the Lady Midgets hosted the Polo Lady Panthers. Allise Perkins was on the mound for the Midgets and held the Panthers scoreless in the top of the first. In six innings, Perkins struck out six batters and allowed only three base on balls.
In the bottom of the first, Jenna Knowles reached on an error. Knowles advanced on a bunt by Quinn Webb and then stole third and scored on an overthrow to third.
Rory Gilworth reached on a double and scored on a single by Maddison Beals to bring the score to 2-0 after one.
The score would remain 2-0 until the top of the fifth, when Polo put a pair of runs on the board to tie the score.
PC fought back in the bottom of the inning. Traylen Brundage
reached on a walk and scored on a double by Knowles, who scored on a single by Perkins. Bringing the score to 4-2 in the Midgets’ favor. In the top of the sixth, Polo’s pitcher Emily Schmidt connected for a home run, bringing the score to 4-3. In the bottom of the inning, the Midgets loaded the bases, but failed to pad their lead.
Knowles, Perkins, Gilworth and Beals all recorded RBI’s. Gilworth led the team in hits with a pair of singles. Other hits came from Knowles, Perkins and Beals with singles and Willow Roberts with a double.
The Midgets’ four runs came on eight hits, and they left six on base. Polo’s three runs came on four hits, and they also left six stranded.
Second baseman Bella Lopez looks for the throw out at first after reeling in the Panther pop fly. Also pictured right fielder Traylen Brundage on the back up.
Allise Perkins issues strike three to the Polo batter to end the top half of the first inning.
Gideon Jones carries the ball with Angstrom Watt (8) and Logan Jones (54) leading the way.
Kaden Christman (33) has a bead on the Maysville quarterback Friday night with Case Preston (73) close behind.
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Daxton Smith, Angstrom Watt moves the ball.
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Unionville, MO -- 3 Bedrm/1 Bath Ranch off Main St: Handyman special. Attached garage plus storage area. Mudroom off corner of home & plenty of extra storage space. Main floor laundry and dine in kitchen. $19,500. Gary M. Knight, Broker @ Gary Knight Real Estate LLC, 660-947-2506
Unionville, MO -- 2 Bdrm/1 Bath on Corner Lot: An excellent investment property, sits on a nice shaded, corner lot. Hardwood floors throughout with metal roof, fruit cellar & utility shed. Call Gary today for your private showing. Reduced: $34,500. #2205 Gary M. Knight, Broker @ Gary Knight Real Estate LLC, 660-947-2506
Unionville, MO -- New Listing!: Build Your Dream Home on the Lake. Located on South Wildflower Drive lots 296 & 297 at Lake Thunderhead. This lot provides a beautiful lake view, timber for privacy in the back, electricity on the lot, water is available, and is within walking distance of South Pontoon Alley. Lots on this part of the lake are few and far between and will not last long. Lake Thunderhead is an HOA-Dues are $810, and $100 Road assessment annually. $89,900. #38069 Charity Taylor, REALTOR® Sales Executive @ Century 21 Lifetime Realty, 800.893.6891
Unionville, MO -- 3 Bedrm/2 Bath + Bonus Room on 2+ Acres, Detached Garage, Full Basement. 2.00 Acres: 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Ranch with Large Bonus Family Room, full finished basement, back deck, covered sun patio, 24’x40’ detached garage, level shaded yard + More! This easy keeping home has been maintained exceptionally well and is nestled into the quiet community of Hartford, Mo. Reduced: $175,000. #1831 Gary M. Knight, Broker @ Gary Knight Real Estate LLC, 660-947-2506
shomemoreauctions.com
September 26th 304 Acres - Macoupin County, IL, Staunton - Bid Online
September 26th Annual “Tiffany Greens” Golf Calcutta Auction, Kansas City
September 26th Arp Trust Auction, Brunswick
September 26th DONA FAY OSBORN ESTATE, LEXINGTON
September 26th Eli J. & Priscilla Gingerich, Eagleville
September 26th HOME ON 19.5 ACRES, Excelsior Springs
September 26th Winigan Farm Equipment, Antique & Collectible Auction, Winigan
September 27th 137.44 Acres - Woodward County, OK, Woodward - Bid Online
September 27th 31.73 Acres - Highland County, OH,
Winchester - Bid Online
September 27th 966 Acres - Woodward County, OK, Woodward - Bid Online
September 27th Friday night, Rea
September 27th Robert Sims Estate, Chillicothe
September 28th 2024 Fall Machinery Consignment Auction, Humeston
September 28th Estate, Wathena
September 28th ESTATE AUCTION, Camden
September 28th - September 29th Morehead Outstanding Private Gold & Silver Auction, Maryville
September 28th PRIVATE GUN COLLECTION, Liberty
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PC Fair -- 2024 Home Economics Results
Submitted by Gloria Smith
What wonderful talent was displayed in the Open Class of Home Economics at the 2024 Putnam County Fair!
One hundred sixty-seven items were entered, compared to 137 last year. Last year 43 people entered and this year was 52! That’s a nice increase.
This year’s Best of Show was striking, black and white, hand quilting by Marla Mestad.
Craft by someone better than 65: first: Carol Adkins
second: Inez Dunbar
third: Claudia Jervey
Handicraft--Homemade:
Craft by someone 17-64: first: Sharla Stogdill
second: Cassey Overton
third: Kirsten Tharp
Handicraft--Homemade:
Craft by someone 11-16
10”)
first: Voila Graham
second: Voila Graham
third: Tena DeVore
Crochet: Afghan first: Kimberly Jarman
second: Angie Kelley
third: Judi Miller
Crochet: any garment first: Kim Ayers second: Angie Kelley
third: Tena DeVore
Crochet: any article (easy) first: Angie Kelley
second: Tena DeVore
third: Kimberly Jarman
Crochet: any article (intermediate) first: Kimberly Jarman
second: Claudia Jervey third: Tena DeVore
Tunisian crochet: first: Claudia Jervey
second: Claudia Jervey
Knitting: hats: first: Inez Dunbar
Knitting: Socks first: Jean Fowler
second: Inez Dunbar
Knitting: Scarves first: Jean Fowler
second: Inez Dunbar
Knitting: Afghan first: Ginger Weston
second: Jean Fowler
third: Inez Dunbar
Knitting: any garment first: Jean Fowler
second: Inez Dunbar
third: Jean Fowler
Knitting: any garment (easy)
first: Jean Fowler
second: Inez Dunbar
Knitting: any garment (intermediate) first: Jean Fowler
second: Jean Fowler
third: Inez Dunbar
Leather work: first: Monty Tanner
second: Monty Tanner
third: Monty Tanner
Clothing: first: Chris Yunick
second: Adeline Dickerson third: Angie Kelley
first: Ori Overton
second: Beau Jarman
third: Beau Jarman
Handicraft--Homemade
:
Craft by someone 7-10:
first: Harper Snyder
second: Braelynn Wyant
third: Braelynn Wyant
Handicraft--Homemade :
Craft by someone 6 years and under: first: Burklee Wyant
second: Riot Vestal
Handicraft--homemade:
Any article: first: Carol Adkins
second: Angela Wood
third: Cassey Overton
Handicraft--Machine
Assist: seasonal--spring & summer:
first: Carol Adkins
second : Inez Dunbar
Handicraft--Machine
Assist: Craft by someone better than 65: first: Carol Adkins
second: Inez Dunbar
Handicraft--Machine
Assist: craft made by someone 17-64
first: Conner Evans
second: Kimberly Jarman
Handicraft--Machine
Assist: Craft by someone 7-10
first: Liam Worley
Handicraft--Machine
Assist: craft by someone 6 years and under: first: Savannah Worley
Handicraft--Machine
Assist: any article: first: Kimberly Jarman
Quilts (54”X75” or larger)
Hand quilted:
first: in memory of Vinnie Johnson second: Marla Mestad third: Voila Graham Quilts (54”X75” or larger)
Machine quilted: first: Gayann Tipton
Upcoming auctions for Altiser Auction and Appraisal
Real Estate and Personal Property Auction Altiser Auction and Appraisal 2705 Main St Unionville MO, October 5 at 10 am
Personal property will sell at 10 am. Selling 10 passenger van, cub cadet mower, tools, ball cards, antiques, sporting goods, household items and a whole lot more. Real Estate will sell at 4 pm. Property is located at 206 N 12th St., Unionville MO, 2-bedroom home with 2 car garage. Setting on a large lot. Food and restrooms will be available, indoor sit-down type sale in climate-controlled building.
**Auction preview on October 4th from 2 to 5 pm. ** Sportsman Auction September 28th. Selling vehicles, John Deere tractor, farm implements, guns, ammo, outdoor items, lots of coins and more. Public Auction September 21st. Selling antiques, mowers, household, yard decor and more.
Full listings can be found at: www.altiserauctionandappraisal.com. Or on our Facebook page. Kris Altiser 660-626-4960
second: in memory of Nellie Johnson Quilts (54”X75” or larger)
Scrap quilt
first: Chris Yunick second: in memory of Nellie Johnson Quilts (54”X75” or larger)
Any quilt first: Gayann Tipton second: in memory of Basil & Violet Rhoads third: Voila Graham
Quilts: (smaller than 54”X75”)
Hand quilted: first: Marla Mestad second: Linda Casady
Quilts: (smaller than 54”X75”)
Machine quilted: first: Chris Yunick second: Jeanette Hornaday
third: Judi Miller
Quilts (smaller than 54”X75”)
Wall hanging first: Jeanette Hornaday
second: Chris Yunick
Quilts (smaller than 54”X75”)
Wall hanging, machine quilted: first: Gayann Tipton second: Chris Yunick third: Judi Miller
Quilts: (smaller than 54”X75”)
Scrap quilt first: Judi Miller
Quilts: (smaller than 54”X75”)
Any quilt first: Adeline Dickerson second: Donna Leach
Scrapbooking & Stamping: People & Places: first: Kim Ayers second: Melissa Schmidli third: Mary Vestal
It took some 20 volunteers to accomplish this part of the fair. Thanks to all those that trusted us to display your projects and to the volunteers that made it all possible.
Renovations in Progress
Unoinville Historic Square, Inc. (UHS, Inc.) began work on three properties they acquired on the west side of the Unionville square as part of their Save Our Square project on Saturday, September 14. Volunteers worked on clearing out the bottom floors of the buildings. Work contiued on Saturday, September 21, with the focus on the upper floors.
In effort to preserve buildings on the square, provide rental appartments and retail spaces, the Unionville Historic Square, Inc. (UHS, Inc.) has embarked on an ambitious project as part of their Save Our Square campaign. UHS, Inc. acquired the three buildings immediately north of the PC Cafe and Resource Center and have begun the daunting task of clearing them of debris before beginning any renovation work.
Renovation will be a three-stage process, with roof issues the first to be addressed first. Stage two will be creating apartments on the upper floors and stage three will be creating retain space on the lower floors. The budget for this part of the project is $150,000+, and interior and exterior work for stages two and three will be at least that much. funding will be primarily dependent on financial contributions. UHS,
Inc. is a 501c3 non-profit corporation and tax-deductible donations can be made to UHS, Inc. at the Unionville Republican office. In additioin to monetary donations, volunteers are needed to assist with the project For information on how you can help Save Our Square, contact a board member. Current board members are Joel Pratt, Ron Kinzler, Jacey Valentine Young, Gwyn Keedy and Tom Keedy.
The family of Bob Sands Thanks you
Thank you to everyone that shared in our Dad’s life. Our Dad often told people how great of a life he had and each of you contributed to that life.
To those that were able to come to the visitation or funeral service, thank you so much for your presence and the fond memories you shared with us.
To everyone that sent cards, brought food, said kind words, or kept our family in their thoughts, prayers, and memories during the recent passing of our Dad, we are sincerely grateful for your support.
Sincerely,
The family of Bob Sands
Rick and Shawnery Sands & family
Randy and Anna Sands & family
Rusty and Laura Sands & family
Eric and Chrissy Welch & family
Scott and Gina Wolf & family
Robby Sands & family
Justin and Peggy McDannald & family
This year’s Best of Show was striking, black and white, hand quilting by Marla Mestad.
