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Centershot church ministry targets archers By KEVIN BIRDSELL Staff writer

The Bridge, a church located on South Main Street in Maryville, has teamed up with a Christian archery program, Centershot, to help budding bow-and-arrow enthusiasts keep their eyes on the real target. “The Centershot program, for someone who doesn’t know much about archery, it’s a teaching program,” trainer James Pedersen said. “But the slogan is ‘making Christ the target of your life,’ so it’s involved with the church.” Centershot first came to Maryville in early December, around the same time The Bridge opened. Members of The Bridge host the program, but you don’t have to be a member of the church to participate. “It’s put on by The Bridge,” trainer Tony Christian said. “It’s an outreach event. It doesn’t matter if they attend this church or another church, it’s giving them an open door to have a Christian fellowship and learn how to shoot a bow at the same time.” Centershot offers 10-week classes, the next of which starts March 10. Cost is $10 for all 10 sessions. See ARCHERY Page 12

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Focused on the ultimate target

Competitors prepare to loose arrows from the firing line during an archery tournament Saturday hosted by Centershot. The tournament took place at The Bridge, a church located behind Walgreens on South Main Street.

Growing church honored with ‘ward’ classification By TONY BROWN News editor

Sunday was a special day for the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on South Munn Avenue in Maryville. Long classified by the Salt Lake City, Utahbased denomination as a “branch,” or small local congregation, the church during worship services this week was officially declared a ward, a designation denoting both increased size and a timetested spiritual commitment. “We’re getting bigger,” said Christopher Graves, an assistant professor of graphic design at Northwest Missouri State University who serves as the church’s principle leader. For the past two years, Graves, who attended the denomination’s Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, has served as branch president. On Sunday, as head of the newly designated ward, he was ordained, or “set apart,” as a bishop. At the local level, the Church of Jesus Christ — the terms “Mormon” and “LDS” are discouraged — selects leaders from among laymen who serve on a part-time basis without pay. In addition to Graves, the Maryville church is headed by First Counselor Bill Morlan and Second Counselor Don McAdams. On Sunday, that group was joined by Platte City Stake President Ted

Thomas of Leavenworth, Kan.; stake First Counselor Scott Holman, a Maryville physician; and stake Second Counselor Ryan White of Platte City. In the Church of Jesus Christ, a stake is a group of wards so called because it holds up and supports its constituent congregations. The term comes from the Old Testament, which in Isaiah 54:2 urges the faithful to “Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes.” In a similar vein, according to church literature, the purpose of both branches and wards is to give believers a means of bearing “one another’s burdens, that they may be light” while comforting “those that stand in need of comfort.” Graves said the Maryville church currently has about 300 members, which is also the approximate number of believers required for designation as a ward. “We’ve been at that level for about the past two years,” he said, “and this is a pretty significant step for this congregation. We have people who have been here for 30 or 40 years, and a lot of sacrifice went into building up this branch and making it a ward.” Graves described the church’s new status as “a great blessing,” though its role and ministry will remain much the same.

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The leaders of the newly established Maryville ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are, left to right, First Counselor Bill Morlan, Bishop Christopher Graves and Second Counselor Don McAdSee WARD Page 3 ams.

Guitar class broadens instrumental horizons By KEVIN BIRDSELL Staff writer

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Maryville High School junior Hunter Smith (left) and senior Breanna Sorensen practice their skills during guitar class. Vocal music director Nic Vasquez teaches the class year round, mainly to juniors and seniors.

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High-school students have long taken traditional choir and band classes in order to pick up their fine arts credits. But these days Maryville High School is offering something extra for students who want to go a different route. Again this year, vocal music director Nic Vasquez is teaching a guitar class during sixth and seventh hours. The class is mainly for juniors and seniors, though exceptions are sometimes made for the occasional freshman or sophomore who wants to sign up. “I have had freshmen and sophomores along the way,” Vasquez said. “But often

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they have already had some kind of guitar experience, and they need to fill a hole.” The class offers instruction at a beginning level, even though some of the young people have played before. “This class can be difficult for kids who have already played because we move pretty slowly,” Vasquez said. “A lot of kids have never played the guitar before. I (define) it as a beginning guitar class.” Whatever the students’ talent or skill level, however, the class has been a hit. “We all crack jokes and have a good time,” senior Katie Metcalf said. “I have my own guitar, and I think I’ll keep playing once I’m out of the class.” The guitar class is split up into Guitar I

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George Wimbush; two
sisters, Millicent & Thelma Wimbush; and son-in-law, Michael Gruenenfelder
in 2003. Laverne is survived by two daughters; Judy Gruenenfelder, Highland,
Illinois and Barbara (Joe) Ledbetter, Maryville, Missouri; six grandchildren:
Jennifer Kostedt, Stephanie (& Keith) WalMOINA lace, Sean Gruenenfelder, “LAVERNE” Jon
(& Danielle) LedbetMOORE ter, Hollie (& Ryan) Hill 1918-2014 and Jeff Ledbetter; and Moina “Laverne” seven
great-grandchildren: Moore, 95, of Maryville, RJ, Alex, Jackson & MiMO. passed
away peace- kayla Wallace, Austin fully on February 13, Kostedt,
Hunter Prestin 2014 at Parkdale Manor in and Reagynn Hill. Maryville. Laverne worked as the Laverne was born in church secretary for First St. Louis, Mo. on July 20, Baptist
Church in St. John, 1918, to
 Thomas Albert Mo. for many years beand Mahaley Eleanor (Har- fore retiring in 1980. Afris) Wimbush. She lived ter retiring, they moved most of her life
in the St. to Owensville, Mo.
where Louis area, but lived sever- they lived for 22 years. Laal years as a child in Mem- verne
was active in the Owphis, Tenn. She graduated ensville Garden Club and high school in Memphis volunteered with Meals on and
Hadley Vocational Wheels. Throughout her School in St. Louis. life, she
remained a faithOn May 29, 1954, she ful supporter of many charmarried Bradford Jay ities including the WoundMoore in St. Louis,
Mo. ed Warrior
Project and the They were married 48 Salvation Army. They
atyears, until
 his death in tended New Salem Baptist 2002. She was also preced- Church & later First Baped
in death by her parents; tist Church in
Owensville. two brothers, Albert & Upon the death of her

husband in 2002, she moved to
Maryville, Mo. near her daughter until her death. She attended Laura Street Baptist Church in
Maryville. Laverne was a loving, caring wife, mother & grandmother.
She came to know Christ personally at a young age and lived out her full life
as an example of Christ’s love to her family and friends. She will be greatly
missed, but confident that she is living her eternal life in the presence of
her Lord. Celebration of Life Service will be at 12:00 p.m., Thursday,
February 20, 2014 at Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, Mo. The minister will be Rev. Paul McKim. The burial will at 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 21, 2014 in the
 Owensville Cemetery, Owensville, Mo. There will be a time of remembrance & visitation one hour
prior to the funeral service for friends and family at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to The Salvation Army, 602 Messanie
St., PO Box 1417, St. Joseph, MO. 64501. For on-line condolences and guest book, visit
www. bramfuneralhome.com

in 1952. Rube
later went to serve in the US Army, and was stationed in Korea. During his time in Korea, he was an engineer
in the 809th E.A.B. (Engineering Army Battalion). Rube married Ruby Naomi Stephens
 of Bedford, Iowa, on February 14, 1956, at the home of her parents,
Cecil and Martha Stephens, northwest of WILLIAM A. Bedford, Iowa. “RUBE” TURNER Rube was an active 1928-2014 member of the
First ChrisWilliam A. “Rube” Turn- tian Church of Hopkins; er, 85, of
Hopkins, Mo., there he served many years went to be with his Lord as a deacon,
 elder, and and Savior on Sunday, Feb- chairman of the church ruary 16, 2014,
at the Park- board. 
Rube was able to dale Manor Nursing Home share his faith by taking in Maryville, Mo., with his communion to the elderly family at his
side. and
shut-ins. Rube was born on June It is said, “If you love 20, 1928,
 in the family your
job, you never work farm house north of Hop- a day in your life.” 
He kins, Mo., to Galen “Red” was proud to call himself and Esther Bebout
Turner. a farmer. 
Rube was a lovRube graduated from ing husband, father, grandHopkins High
 School in father, and great grandfa1946, and was privileged ther,
and an inspiration and to play on the high school friend to many in the combasketball team
that won munity. the Missouri state basketHe was preceded in ball championship. After death by his
parents, Galen graduation, Rube and his “Red” and Esther Turner; father “Red”
 farmed to- sister, Mary Alice Turner gether. Rybolt, and
husband Bill; Rube and Doris Louise sister in law, Beverly Litsch Hinton, of
Pickering, Mo., Turner; his daughter, Lora were married in 1950. Turner
Fisher; and son in She
preceded him in death law, Phil Henggeler.

Rube is survived by his wife,
Ruby, of the home; children, Steve (Roberta) Turner, Hopkins, Gail Henggeler,
Pickering, Mo., John (Wendy) Turner, Maryville, and James Turner, Maryville; 14
grandchildren, three great grandchildren; brother, Charles Turner, Royal Oaks, Okla.;
and numerous nieces and nephews. Rube’s desire was to donate his
body to medical science. Memorial services will be held at
 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 20, 2014, at the First Christian Church, Hopkins,
Mo. The minister will be Bishop Fritz
Mutti. Following the service, on the
grounds of the church, military honors will be performed. The family will receive friends
 from 6-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 19, 2013, at First Christian Church in
Hopkins. In lieu of flowers, memorials may
be directed to the SSM Hospice of NW Missouri, or to the First Christian
Church, Hopkins, MO. Services are under the direction
 of the BramDanfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO. For online condolences and guest
book, visit www. bramfuneralhome.com

Missouri Highway Patrol written prescription, Class C felony; unlawful use of drug paraphernalia February 15 11:00 p.m. – Gregory S. Penland, 33, St. Joseph – Failure to appear, pos-

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Missouri People First Chapter Informational Meeting, 6 p.m., Meril, 2613 S. Main, Maryville, Feb. 18. Winter Olympics Story Hour, 6:15 p.m., Maryville Library, Feb. 18. Heroes & Villains of the Wild West, 7 p.m., Maryville Library, Feb. 18. Maryville Garden Club Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Maryville Public Library, March 4, Wake Up Your Garden. Nodaway County Senior Center Tai Chi 5 to 6 p.m. Eagles Bingo, 7 p.m.

weekly, Hwy. 71 South, Maryville Today’s Civic Women meets 6:30 p.m. first Tuesday @ Maryville Public Library basement, 562-9833, 582-4294 Living Free Narcotics Anonymous, Countryside Christian Church, 16th & Country Club Rd. 6 p.m. WINGS (women’s support-domestic violence & sexual assault), meets noon1:30 p.m. & 5:15-6:45 p.m. weekly @ the Children & Family Center, 1220 E. 2nd St., Maryville TOPS meets weekly 5:30 p.m. for weigh-ins, 6 p.m.

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meeting @ First Christian Church, Maryville Diabetic Support Group second Tuesday, South Hills Medical Building, in the Front Lobby. Maryville Public Library Board of Trustees meets the second Tuesday @ noon in the conference room Alzheimer’s Support meets @ 6 p.m. third Tuesday @ Laura Street Baptist Church, Maryville

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Nodaway County Senior Center, Tai Chi 5 to 6 p.m.; Bingo by Golden Living, 12:30 a.m., Feb. 19 Ash Wednesday Service, 6 p.m., Wilcox UMC, Mar. 5 Dementia, Alzheimers support group 3rd Wednesday of each month. 6-7 p.m. Presbyterian Church, Maryville. Jessica Loch, 816-261-2440. Tina Baker, Nodaway Nursing Home 660-562-2876. Never Alone Narcotics Anonymous, Wesley Foundation, 549 W. 4th St., 6 p.m. Community Meals First United Methodist, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m., 1st/Main. St. Francis Retirees will meet, the first Wednesday of every month at 9 a.m. at the Nodaway County Senior Center. Breast Cancer Support Group meets @ noon every second Wednesday @ First Christian Church, Rm 106, Maryville AA meeting at 6 p.m. weekly @ Davison Square. AL-Anon meeting at 6 p.m. weekly @ Davison Square. Eagles Closed

Thank You! To everyone who sent beautiful inspirating cards, calls, and visits, a party by Tam Meyer, Pam Walter, Dee Dee Wilmes, Donna Carmichael, and Vicky Sanders, and surprise visit by my sons including Steve from San Diego. There are not enough words to express my appreciation.

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We would like to say Thank You to everyone for the many cards of Congratulations & Best Wishes, we received, as well as the phone calls and flowers for our 50th Anniversary. We give thanks to our children, Stephen, Michele, Sherri, their spouses, and our grandchildren for making our day very memorable. We have been Blessed with many wonderful friends and great family!

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LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS Habitat names recipient

Habitat for Humanity of Nodaway County has announced that the Billie Kneale family of Ravenwood will be the recipient of the organization’s eighth volunteer- and client-built home. In a fundraising letter last week, the local Habitat board of directors described Kneale as a single mother raising three boys, ages 12, 9 and 3, who works full-time for the Northeast Nodaway R-V School District and operates her own cleaning business. When construction of the home is completed later this year, Kneale will be able to purchase it with a zero-interest loan. Habitat homeowners also typically contribute “sweat equity” by helping volunteers construct their new residence. For more information about how Habitat Humanity operates in the Maryville area, go to www.nodawayhabitat.org.

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Three injured in Hopkins

Three Nodaway County residents were injured Friday in a two-vehicle accident at First and Warren Streets in Hopkins. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Marie H. Walsh, 70, was northbound on First Street in a 2012 Chevrolet Impala when she allegedly failed to yield and struck a 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier driven westbound on Warren by Erin R. Keith, 19, of Maryville. The patrol reported that Walsh and Keith both suffered minor injuries. Keith’s passenger, Amber E. Marn, 22, Maryville, suffered moderate injuries. Neither Keith nor Marn were wearing seat belts, and both were transported by Nodaway County ambulance to St. Francis Hospital. Walsh, who was properly restrained in her car, refused treatment at the scene. Both cars were reported totaled and had to be towed. Troopers working the accident included B.E. Maudlin and D.R. Reuter.

Two plead guilty to sex trafficking KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Two north Missouri truck drivers have entered guilty pleas related to their roles in a federal child sex trafficking case. Tammy Dickinson, U.S. attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced Friday that the two men – one of whom is a registered sex offender – have pleaded guilty to transporting an individual across state lines for prostitution. Tony Eugene Wardlow, 55, St. Joseph, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Dean Whipple to the transporting charge, which was set forth in a Jan. 30 federal indictment. Co-defendant Thomas Farrell, 49, DeKalb, pleaded guilty on February 7 to aiding and abetting Wardlow’s activities. Wardlow is a registered sex offender who was convicted in 1997 in Nodaway County on two counts of endangering the welfare of a child, an offense that involved two separate victims. He was also convicted at that time of one count of sexual misconduct A self-employed commercial truck driver, Wardlow has been doing business under the corporate name Prideco LLC. In the most recent case, Wardlow admitted that he transported an individual to Texas to engage in prostitution activity with himself between Sept. 18 and Sept. 21, 2011. Wardlow said he met the third party, identified only as “Child Victim” or “CV” in court records, when she was working as a prostitute in Kansas City. He admitted that he took CV to St. Louis and Big Spring, Texas, in order to engage in illicit sexual activity. Farrell admitted that he abetted Wardlow’s transportation of CV to Texas while knowing that Wardlow was engaged in a criminal act. Under the terms of a plea agreement, Wardlow will be sentenced to 10 years and three months in federal prison without parole. Farrell is subject to a sentence of up to three years in federal prison, also without parole. Sentencing hearings will be held following completion of presentence investigations by the U.S. Probation Office.

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Jenny Rytting, the chorister at the Maryville Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, leads the congregation in the hymn “Redeemer of Israel.” The growing congregation has been redesignated by denominational leaders as a “ward,” a step up from a “branch,” a term that designates a small, local body of believers.

‘Ward’ granted to local church Continued from Page 1 “It doesn’t really change things,” he said, “but it’s a significant milestone and shows a lot of spiritual growth and maturity. I’ve grown quite close to a lot of the old-timers in our branch. They are great members of the community, and a lot of this is due to their hard work and sacrifice.” The history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Maryville goes back to the late 1960s, and the south wing of the current church building, which contains classrooms and small meeting spaces, was built in the early ’70s. Sunday morning worship, referred to as the Sacrament Meeting, takes place in a large sanctuary, called the chapel, that was built on to the original structure in the 1980s. During the Sacrament Meeting, congregants sing hymns, offer prayers and take communion, which consists of blessed bread and water administered

by “priesthood holders,” that is the men of the church. The service also includes one or two speakers who are usually members of the congregation. Though Graves credits the work of older members with leading the new ward through a period of growth, the church has also attracted a fair number of young families throughout recent years. As part of its outreach to local youth, the ward sponsors a Boy Scout Troop and offers separate programs for boys and girls through high school. Activities have included various service projects, such as volunteering at the Nodaway County Ministry Center food pantry. Besides the Sacrament Meeting, Graves said church members participate in Sunday gatherings that last for most of the day. These include Sunday school, a priesthood meeting for men and boys

over age 12, and Relief Society activities for women. Historically, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints considers itself to be the restoration of the church founded by Jesus Christ. According to its Salt Lake City headquarters, the church has a total membership of more than 15 million people, and it has been ranked by the National Council of Churches as the fourth largest Christian denomination in the United States. The Church of Jesus Christ traces its beginnings to Joseph Smith, who founded the denomination, or more accurately the Latter Day Saint movement, in 1830, the same year he published the Book of Mormon, which believers consider a sacred text. The Book of Mormon purports to be a chronicle of indigenous American prophets that Smith said he translated from golden plates to which he was led by an angel.

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For the joy of music

Maryville High School vocal music director Nic Vasquez teaches guitar classes during sixth and seventh hour. He has had as many as 35 students take the class in years past.

Guitar class expands curriculum Continued from Page 1 during the first semester and Guitar II during the second semester. “The first semester you are learning basics, like where to put your fingers and how to strum properly,” senior Loren Puche said. “The second semester you are working on actual songs. It’s a fun class that I need to help relieve some stress from senior year.” When he first offered the course, Vasquez simply thought it was time to offer something besides the standard music curriculum. “I tried to find something I thought the kids would connect with and enjoy,” Vasquez said. “I went to a workshop where a gentleman presented a session

on starting your own guitar program and it sounded interesting. I thought we’d try it, and it’s gone really well.” The class has been a learning experience for Vasquez as well, because, at first, he didn’t know how to play the guitar. “I learned about three months before I started (the class),” Vasquez said. “I taught myself. I got a book from a professor at the uni-

versity, and I convinced the administration that we should have a guitar class. My principal asked me in February if I could play the guitar, and I said, ‘I will be able to in August, I promise you that.’” He adds: “My goal with offering guitar is that the

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Northwest Missouri State University’s Distinguished Lecture Series continues Wednesday when climate scientist Michael Mann speaks at 7:30 p.m. in the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts. Mann, a distinguished professor of meteorology at Penn State University, also serves as director of the Earth System Science Center, which works to describe, model and understand the earth’s climate system. The author of more than 160 peer-reviewed publications, Mann has also written two books: “Dire Predictions: Understanding Global Warming” and “The Hockey Stick and the Climate Wars: Dispatches from the Front Line.”

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Contact Your Lawmakers STATE SEN. BRAD LAGER: R-Maryville, Room 429, State Capitol Building, Jefferson city, Mo. 65101; Ph. 573-751-1415; brad.lager@senate. mo.gov. STATE REP. MIKE THOMSON: R-Maryville, Room 406A, State Capitol Building, Jefferson city, Mo. 65101; Ph.: 573-751-9465; mike.thomson@ house.mo.gov. U.S. SEN. ROY BLUNT: R-Missouri; B40C, Dirksen Senate Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. Ph.: 202-224-5721. Kansas City Office: 911 Main St., Suite 2224 Kansas City, Mo 64105 Ph: 816-471-7141 U.S. SEN. CLAIRE McCASKILL: D-Missouri; Hart Senate Office Building, Suite. 506, Washington, D.C. 20510, Ph: 202-224-6154 Kansas City Office: 4141 Pennsylvania Ave., Suite. 101, Kansas City, Mo. 64111; Ph: 816-4211639 U.S. REP. SAM GRAVES: R-Missouri 6th District Washington Office, 1415 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515; Ph.: 202-2257041 Kansas City Office, 11724 NW Plaza Circle, Suite 900, Kansas City, Mo. 64153; Ph: 816-792-3976 St. Joseph District Office, 411 Jules St., Room 111, St. Joseph, Mo. 64501; Ph: 816-749-0800 GOV. JAY NIXON: D, P.O. Box 720, State Capitol, Jefferson City, MO 65102 Ph: 573-751-3222.

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‘Rock of Ages’ certainly proved I was really working in the ’80s

What a weekend for varied forms of entertainment. Friday was so long ago, I have forgotten what that particular highlight was already. (If it comes to me, I’ll let you know. Saturday was the annual St. Francis Hospital Foundation Gala at the Maryville Community Center. My date and I were afforded the opportunity to join a couple of younger couples for a beautiful evening. The hospitality was exceptional, as it always is at that function; the food, provided by the Aramark folks at Northwest, was exceptional; the entertainment was excellent (again); the music was danceable for all ages. And, I don’t think I spent an inordinate amount of money at the Silent Auction. At least, I was not the high bidder for an excellent assortment of Scotch whisky at the time I left, and additional bids do not usually work in reverse. After church on Sunday, and the most recent edition of the Red Door Chili Supper — sponsored by my fellow parishioners at St, Paul’s Episcopal Church and the good folks at the First Christian Church to support the works of the Children and Family Center of Northwest Missouri — came the real surprise of the three days. “Rock of Ages.” This Encore Performing Arts Series presentation in Northwest’s Mary Linn Auditorium at the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts was a real wakeup call, to say the least. I knew what it was going to be, sorta. No, I really didn’t. I knew it was the touring cast of a Broadway musical about the music of the 1980s. I knew I had a couple of kids who were coming of age during that same period. But I had no clue. Not the first. Where was I? I tell myself I was at work. I am sure there are those who would tell you, more accurately, I was “out to lunch.” Probably a little of both. Then, when I got home Sunday night, I had received one of those emails that makes the rounds every so often, at least among those in my general generation,

poking fun at how we react to the devices now common in our world. I laughed at the first one, mostly because I have a cell phone that I carry in my pocket, not on my belt, and I have a general knowledge of how to use it. It began: “I was thinking about how a status symbol of today is those cell phones that everyone has clipped onto their belt or purse. I can’t afford one, so I’m wearing my garage door opener.”

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Then it began to drift into some humorous observations — some maybe a little more personal than funny. “I also made a cover for my hearing aid and now I have what they call blue teeth, I think. “I was thinking that women should put pictures of missing husbands on beer cans!” (Funny.) “You know, I spent a fortune on deodorant before I realized that people didn’t like me anyway.” (Not so funny.) “I thought about making a fitness movie for folks my age, and calling it ‘Pumping Rust.’ “I’ve gotten that dreaded furniture disease. That’s when your chest drops into your drawers.” (That begins to get personal.) ”When people see a cat’s litter box, they always say, ‘Oh, have you got a

cat?’ Just once I want to say, ‘No, that’s for company.’ “Employment application blanks always ask who is to be notified in case of an emergency. I think you should write, ‘A Good Doctor!’ “I was thinking about how people seem to read the Bible a whole lot more as they get older. Then, it dawned on me. They were cramming for their finals. “As for me, I’m just hoping God grades on the curve.” Wait a minute. I just remembered what Friday night was. I had ribs for dinner with a friend, her son and his wife. (Yikes! How could I have forgotten that?) “The older you get, the tougher it is to lose weight, because by then your body and your fat have gotten to be really good friends. “The easiest way to find something lost around the house is to buy a replacement. “He who hesitates, is probably right. “Did you ever notice: The Roman Numerals for 40 are XL?” (So, what does LXXVII do for/to ya?) “If you can smile when things go wrong, you have someone in mind to blame. “The sole purpose of a child’s middle name is so he can tell when he’s really in trouble. “Have you realized that when you put the words ‘The’ and ‘IRS’ together, it spells ‘Theirs?’ “Aging: Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it.” (I’m there.) “Some people try to turn back their odometers. Not me, I want people to know ‘why’ I look this way. I’ve traveled a long way, and some of the roads weren’t paved. “When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to your youth, think of Algebra. “One of the many things no one tells you about aging is that it is such a nice change from being young. Ah, being young is beautiful, but being old is comfortable. “Lord, Keep your arm around my shoulder, and your hand over my mouth … AMEN.” If the shoe fits ….

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‘Pride’ comes with strong feeling It’s funny how the word pride gets used in such different I love the United States, but we are paying fools to lead ways, isn’t it? it. Excuse me: we are over-paying fools to lead it. We hear about folks in generations before who are told Enough should be enough, but the truth is that our pride to have not taken government or neighborly financial as- keeps us affiliated with the party that Grandpa patronized, sistance because they had too much pride to allow others rather than lining up with the ideals we hold this very moto help them make their way during tough times. ment. And we see the examples of perhaps a more destructive My Grandpa Pearl was a lifelong Democrat. He died type of pride, the product of individuals deciding that even in 1990, and I suspect he would have met a real obstacle if they are wrong in doing so, they will not in 1992 when Bill Clinton, a man who apmove one inch from a position they have peared to have avoided the Vietnam War by taken on an issue. heading to Oxford, was on the ballot. GrandPride keeps the Republicans and Demopa had served in World War II, and I think he crats in business, and in constant contenmight have struggled to stay true to the party tion. When you are so proud you could in Clinton’s wartime circumstance. never dream of giving another human So where should our pride lead us? being credit for a good idea, you are ofShould we stand by unworthy public serficially ready to join the elephants or the vants for the sake of party? Is it so fearful donkeys, I suppose. to us to think that the other side might have It’s why I try to stay unattached in terms good ideas from time to time? of my political alliances. The Missouri If you want to wrestle endlessly with these Press Association asks the party affiliaquestions and the appertaining pressures, tion of its member newspapers, and this then by all means, join a political party. publication is listed as Independent in the I myself don’t worry about it. I’ve voted organization’s annual directory. for Democrats and Republicans over the Why? Because I have yet to see a year years (as have most of you). No donkey carMatt Pearl go by when I could honestly identify myries me around town, and I never saw the elself or the content of my newspaper as beephant who cared more about me than he did ing truly politically affiliated with either major party. about his own interests. You see, I think party pride can be effective; but in the My pride? I have it, just the same as anyone else. times in which we live, that very pride has become a mindBut I read in a pretty big-selling book once that pride less following of a banner and its ideals. I can’t stand No goeth before destruction. There is a long list of things I’d Child Left Behind, an initiative spearheaded by George rather see than destruction, so I suppose it’s worth my W. Bush, a Republican. I think the Affordable Care Act while to keep my pride in check. (Obamacare) is going to be burdensome to the middle As for that pride we talked about first, the kind that comclass, and it’s a Democrat-led initiative. What does that pels us to work hard and provide for ourselves: no party mean? gave me that, and neither can take it away.

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Agriculture is a core part of Nodaway County, from booming agribusiness in Maryville to diverse farms throughout the county’s many rural communities. Contact Kaity Holtman at (660) 562-2424 to include stories on the Agriculture page.

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Weekly Market Summary Closing on Friday, Feb. 14, 2014 Mo. Department of Agriculture Ag Business Development Division Market News Program

Visit mda.mo.gov for more market reports. Missouri weekly feeder cattle weighted avg. report Receipts: 22,965 Week ago: 7,477 Year ago: 30,290 Feeder Steers 360 lbs. 231.16 454 lbs. 222.00 553 lbs. 206.09 651 lbs. 187.30 744 lbs. 169.89 838 lbs. 159.62 929 lbs. 154.57

Feeder Heifers 363 lbs. 205.73 457 lbs. 192.73 549 lbs. 178.28 645 lbs. 167.36 737 lbs. 155.76 861 lbs. 145.99

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(Maryville, St. Joe) Receipts: 4889 Week ago: 1482 Year ago: 3793 Compared to last week, a light test of feeders sold mostly steady. Slaughter cows mostly steady. Feeder Steers 400-500 lbs. 220.00-242.00 500-600 lbs. 190.25-221.25 600-700 lbs. 174.00-194.00 700-800 lbs. 164.00-177.00 800-900 lbs. 156.50-165.50

Feeder Heifers 185.50-210.00 163.50-190.25 154.00-177.00 149.50-160.75 144.50-148.00

Interior Missouri Direct Hogs Weekly receipts: 2579 Week ago: 1916 Year ago: 2466 Compared to last week, barrows and gilts 1.00 to 2.00 higher, sows 5.00 to 8.00 higher. Barrows and gilts: Base carcass meat price 78.00, Weekly top Fri 78.00 Sows: 300-500 lbs 52.00-57.00, Over 500 lbs. 57.0060.00 Weekly Commodity Grain Futures Trends Compared to last Friday: Soybeans .05 to .09 higher, Wheat .16 to .22 higher, Corn .01 lower to .01 higher, Kansas City Wheat ..25 to .40 higher, Soybean Meal 1.50 to 3.60 higher. Soybeans March May July August September

1337 1/2 1325 1307 1/2 1258 3/4 1179 3/4

Wheat March 598 1/2 May 596 1/4 July 600 1/2 September 608 3/4 December 621

Corn March May July September December

445 1/4 450 3/4 455 456 1/4 459 3/4

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Bidding to support local youth

John Laffey, Nodaway County Cattlemen’s Association officers, and local auctioneers led a live auction at the organization’s inaugural Cattlemen’s Round-up auction and banquet. More than 200 cattlemen and women attended the event Saturday, Feb. 15 at Tri-Meadows Reception Hall in Conception.

Cattlemen’s event raises $25,000+ By Kaity Holtman Agriculture Editor

The Nodaway County Cattlemen’s Association, which recently formed last fall, hosted its inaugural Cattlemen’s Round-up Auction and Banquet Saturday night, Feb. 15 at Tri-Meadows reception hall, west of Conception. Raising money through a silent auction, a live auction, and a gun raffle, the cattlemen brought in more than $25,000 to use toward scholarships, youth education, and local beef promotions. “With such a large ag base in the county, we expected support, but to be three months in and have nearly 200 people there truly exceeded our expectations,” said John Laffey, Nodaway

County Cattlemen’s Association president. “And to have so many young producers there was a big eye opener. It’s important to us to keep young adults so involved in agriculture.” Laffey said they will offer seven $500 scholarships, one for each school district in the county. They’ll also sponsor youth wanting to attend the state youth leadership conference and host beef promotion events during May, which is Beef Month. Mike Deering, executive director of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association, said he knew Nodaway County was capable of this success. “Nodaway County is cattle country and it was no surprise that this new association has gained momen-

tum so quickly,” Deering said. “County organizations are the lifeblood of this association, and our success depends on them. We have a decreasing number of cattlemen and cattle in this state, and we absolutely must have a vibrant association in place to protect this very vital Missouri industry.” Approximately 200 cattlemen and women attended the event. The agenda included an hour for networking, dinner catered by Countryside Bistro, speakers from the organization and Missouri cattle industry leaders, and the auctions. “The event went great, with many thanks to our sponsors, auction donors, auction bidders, and the many attendees,” Laffey said. “Now’s when the real work

starts - putting all that money to good use.” Scholarship applications are currently available and are due April 15. Youth leadership conference applications will be available soon. Interested applicants should talk with their high school counselors, FFA advisers and 4H leaders. The association’s next meeting will be March 6 at Northwest Technical School, in conjunction with the Nodaway County AgriLeaders. The meeting will include dinner and speakers Dr. Tom Vandyke, Merial, and Dr. Jared Decker, University of Missouri Extension. To RSVP, call Nicki Honan (660) 254-1019 or Stacy Liebhart (660) 5623480, or email nodcocattle@ yahoo.com.

Northwest Technical School celebrates FFA Week The Northwest Technical School FFA chapter is celebrating National FFA Week this week, Feb. 15-22 with this schedule of events. Saturday: Area I FFA Trap Shoot Monday: Western Day Tuesday: Color War Day Wednesday: FFA Supporter Breakfast, FFA Jacket Day Thursday: Tractor and Truck Day Friday: Western Farm Show in KC, FFA T-shirts Saturday: Barnwarming

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Row 1 (L to R): Austin Barmann (Treasurer), Jacob Liles (Secretary), Taylor Husz (Vice President), John Schenkel (President), Blythe Dunlap (Historian), Loren Puche (Chaplain), Shelby Lager (Reporter), Matt Miller (Sentinel) Row 2 (L to R): Tyler Wallinga, Chris Dougan, Henry Hatfield, Brady Heitman, Evan Acklin, Dominique Wiedmaier, Allison Stiens Row 3 (L to R): Dakota Beemer, Bradie Clements, Chloe Hart, Melissa Berning, Megan Ebrecht, Alexa Francis, Emily Degase, Halea VanGundy Row 4 (L to R): Austin Rickabaugh, Ethan Graham, Dustin Wolters, Ryan Graham, Nathan Derks, Kaylie Spire, Mackenzie Wilmes, Tilena Conover Row 5 (L to R): Dustin Partridge, Jessica Wilmes, Nicole Wilson, Riley Spire, Katlyn Striplin, Amanda Frueh, Maria Espey, Sydney Snow, Miranda Partridge Row 6 (L to R): Ty Hilsabeck, Joseph McClurg, Casey Hayes, Jasmine Prothero, Jordan Kuonen, Skyler Martin, Maddie Conley, Christina Derks, Caleb Liles Row 7 (L to R): Danan Hall, Sean Moon, Kory Stuart, Tierry Wilmes, Turner Maranville, Cyrus Giesken, Kenzie Evans, Adrienne Jones, Kirby Conover, Jacob Bailey, Jared Kelly Row 8 (L to R): Dustyn Wilmes, Josh Barmann, Justin Wilmes, Callie Mattson, Shelby Vore, Abby Hayes, Steven Derks, Tyler Stoll, Trey Richardson Not pictured: MaKenna Conn, Morgan Conn, Payden Dawson, Amber Estes, Clayton Farrell, Chris Fredricks, Dalane Goodall, Jakob Gray, Dillon Hastings, Travis Hogue, Trey Hoover, Becca Hopper, Cole Houston, Kolby Jenkins, Hunter Jewett, David McGary, Keston Oltman, Christopher Paris, Mitch Parsons, Jacob Partridge, Cole Phillips, P.J. Porter, Blake Price, Remington Reno, Kylie Reuter, Triston Sherlock, Ronnie Slagle, Taylor Slagle, Dominick Snow, Adam Thompson, Travis Wardlow, Gina Woolery, Jordan Wymore, Trevor Zimmerman

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QUOTABLE “With the win and a loss by Rock Port Friday night, we won the conference championship. Two years ago, we were tri-champs and last year co-champs, so the girls wanted it by themselves this year.” -Nodaway-Holt girls basketball coach David Carroll

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Reverse, reverse

Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Maryville senior Ty Hilsabeck scored on a nifty reverse layup during the first half of Maryville’s 53-42 victory over Cameron On Monday night. The win ends a seven-game losing skid as well as avenges an earlier loss against a conference and district foe. See the full story on page A7.

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Spoofhounds send 5 to state

BROOKFIELD, Mo. — The Maryville wrestling team boasts a pair of district champions and will send five wrestlers to state, including two first timers, as the Spoofhounds took seventh in the Class 1 District 4 Tournament. Juniors Nathaniel Alexander (126) and Brendan Weybrew (heavyweight) will be making their third trips to state after claiming their second career Class 1 District 4 titles. With only four wrestlers in the 126-pound class, Alexander (24-4) didn’t face a match until the semifinals, in which he pinned Trenton’s Drew Rorebeck (18-12). In the finals, he won by injury default over Brookfield’s Garrett Zahner (21-2). Weybrew pinned all three of his opponents within the first 1:30 of the first period to move to 39-1 on the year heading to state. Senior Dane Hull (152) went 2-1 in the tournament, winning his first two matches before losing a 6-5 decision to Marceline’s Nate Florine in the championship match. Hull (39-9) moves on to state with his second place finish. Freshman Cayden Dunbar (120) also went 2-1 on the day, taking third place. He was pinned in his first match by Albany’s Khol Bounds (31-9), who took second in the district, but rebounded with a pin and major decision to move to 18-17 heading to state. Fellow freshman Matt Twaddle (132) will also be making his first trip to state after going 2-2 and finishing fourth at Saturday’s district tournament. Twaddle (20-21) won a first round decision before being pinned in the semifinals. In the consolation semifinals he bounced back with a pin before finishing fourth after being pinned in the second period of the third place match by Maysville’s Reid Steiner (37-8). Freshman Jacob Partridge (106) went 1-2 in the district tourney to finish the year 15-25. The state meet will take place Thursday-Saturday at Mizzou Arena in Columbia. First round Class 1 matches begin at 10 a.m. Thursday with quarterfinals and semifinals on Friday and place matches on Saturday with third and fifth place matches beginning at noon and championship matches scheduled for 4:30 p.m.

Rockets blast South Holt at home By STEVE HARTMAN Staff writer

West Nodaway played host to South Holt Monday night, and split a pair of Highway 275 Conference contests. The boys’ contest was close throughout the first half, and the Rockets ended the half with a slim 36-33 lead. The third quarter proved to be the turning point in the game, as West Nodaway outscored South Holt 28-11 to take a commanding 64-44 lead. “We picked up our defensive intensity in the third quarter,” West Nodaway coach Roger Johnson said. “That led to some easy transition buckets for us and we did a nice job of converting.” The Rockets, now 15-8 on the season, used a balanced scoring effort to secure the victory. Juniors Trevor Meyer and Ryan Evans scored 15 points each for West Nod-

away and senior post Jonathon Madere finished with a double-double, tallying 15 points and 14 rebounds. Sophomore Jaden Gillenwater added 12 points. “There are two kids in particular I want to recognize for their play tonight,” Johnson said. “Zach Harris got a start tonight and responded with eight points and played well defensively. “Ryan Evans played a very good game at both ends of the floor and did a good job of taking the ball to the basket.” In the girls’ contest, South Holt jumped out to a 25-7 first quarter lead and never looked back en route to a 72-34 victory. Senior Emily Cordell led the Rockets, now 0-21 on the season, with 17 points, while freshman Cheyenne Herzberg added eight. The Lady Rockets and Rockets are back in action tonight, hosting Northeast Nodaway. The girls’ contest is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.

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Through the defense

West Nodaway junior Ryan Evans fights his way to the basket for two of his 15 points against South Holt Monday night. The Rockets picked up a 79-56 275 Conference victory.

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Weybrew went 3-0 with three first-round pins in Saturday’s Class 1 District 4 Tournament as he claimed his second straight district crown and advances to state for the third time.

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Adams hit .526 with three homeruns and a team-leading 8 RBIs as the Bearcats went 2-4 during the ArkansasMonticello Eight-State Classic in Bentonville, Ark. over the weekend.

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Hounds take down Cameron to end long losing streak By JASON LAWRENCE Sports editor

Maryville got an early look at its firstround Class 3 District 16 opponent and took advantage of the opportunity. The Spoofhounds also got a little revenge on Cameron, knocking them off 53-42 after the Dragons had defeated Maryville 46-42 in the Cameron Tournament at the beginning of the month — the Hounds’ fourth straight loss in a string of seven straight and 10 out of 11. “We just needed a win real bad, and I’m really happy to get it,” head coach Mike Kuwitzky said. Maryville jumped out to a 14-9 first quarter advantage and held onto a four-point lead at halftime, 23-19. “The difference was, we had people tonight show some leadership and get in and run the offense,” Kuwitzky said. “We had some people set some examples tonight .... People made plays. Our bench came in and did a great job.” Maryville all but sealed it in the third quarter, allowing just two Dragon points

while piling on 11 of its own to grab a 34-21 lead going into the fourth quarter. “I think it was the difference because it gave us confidence,” Kuwitzky said of the third quarter defense. “When you play good defense like that, it really improves your confidence on offense. Then when you hit a couple shots on offense, then that gets you pumped up to go play defense. They play off of each other often times.” Both offenses cranked it up a notch in the final quarter as Cameron outscored Maryville 21-19, equalling its total from the first three quarters, but barely cutting into the Spoofhounds’ lead. Junior guard Hagen Snow led Maryville (5-15) with 15 points, including four threepointers. Junior post Jacob Cacek added 11 while sophomore post Chip Dunlap added 14 points off the bench as Maryville dominated inside and on the boards. “The bigs were huge tonight,” Kuwitzky said. Maryville is back in action Wednesday night against Bishop LeBlond in a make-up game from Feb. 4. The varsity contest will tip off around 7:30 p.m.

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BASKETBALL CONFERENCE STANDINGS Editor’s note: Updated basketball conference standings for the seven area high schools and the MIAA will appear every Tuesday. BOYS BASKETBALL Midland Empire Conference Standings Through Feb. 16 TEAM CONF. OVERALL Lafayette 5-0 16-4 Chillicothe 3-1 8-7 Savannah 5-2 12-10 Smithville 2-2 10-10 Bishop LeBlond 2-2 9-10 Benton 2-6 3-17 Cameron 1-4 6-14 Maryville 1-5 4-15 Platte Valley Conference Standings Through Feb. 16 TEAM CONF. OVERALL North Andrew 4-0 15-5 Stewartsville 3-1 13-7 Jefferson 4-2 16-7 DeKalb 3-2 10-10 NE Nodaway 2-3 8-15 South Nodaway 1-3 5-14 Osborn 1-3 4-15 Union Star 0-3 7-11 Highway 275 Conference Standings Through Feb. 16 TEAM CONF. OVERALL Mound City 6-0 16-5 Rock Port 6-0 14-6 Nodaway-Holt 5-1 16-7 West Nodaway 4-3 14-8 Craig/Fairfax 3-3 6-12 Tarkio 2-3 8-12 North Nodaway 1-5 2-20 South Holt 1-6 3-15 GIRLS BASKETBALL Midland Empire Conference Standings Through Feb. 16 TEAM CONF. OVERALL Smithville 4-0 17-3 Cameron 5-1 17-4 Chillicothe 3-1 14-5 Benton 4-2 14-7 Lafayette 2-2 13-6 Bishop LeBlond 2-3 14-6 Savannah 1-4 7-11 Maryville 1-7 4-18 Platte Valley Conference Standings Through Feb. 16 TEAM CONF. OVERALL

South Nodaway North Andrew DeKalb Jefferson NE Nodaway Stewartsville Union Star Osborn

5-0 4-0 4-1 3-2 2-4 1-4 0-5 0-5

19-6 17-2 13-11 12-11 12-11 3-12 2-15 2-17

Highway 275 Conference Standings Through Feb. 16 TEAM CONF. OVERALL Nodaway-Holt 6-0 22-0 South Holt 5-2 13-8 Tarkio 4-2 12-11 Rock Port 3-2 13-9 Mound City 3-3 11-10 North Nodaway 3-3 11-11 Craig/Fairfax 1-6 4-13 West Nodaway 0-6 0-20 MEN’S BASKETBALL MIAA Standings Through Feb. 16 TEAM CONF. OVERALL Northwest 13-2 18-6 Central Missouri 13-3 21-4 Fort Hays State 11-4 20-4 Mo. Southern 11-4 17-5 Central Okla. 10-6 16-7 Neb.-Kearney 8-7 12-10 Washburn 8-8 15-8 Emporia State 8-8 14-10 NE State 7-8 12-10 Southwest Baptist 6-9 13-11 Lindenwood 5-11 10-16 Missouri Western 4-11 9-14 Pittsburg State 3-12 7-15 Lincoln 1-15 3-21 WOMEN’S BASKETBALL MIAA Standings Through Feb. 16 TEAM CONF. OVERALL Emporia State 14-2 23-2 Central Missouri 14-2 20-3 Pittsburg State 12-3 19-6 Mo. Southern 10-5 16-6 Washburn 10-6 15-8 Fort Hays State 9-6 16-6 NE State 7-8 10-12 Lindenwood 7-9 12-11 Northwest 6-9 9-13 Southwest Baptist 5-10 10-12 Central Okla. 5-11 10-13 Missouri Western 4-11 9-13 Neb.-Kearney 4-11 8-14 Lincoln 1-15 4-19

Jefferson girls cruise past Stewartsville Cardinals By KEVIN BIRDSELL Staff writer

Up and over

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Sophomore Ben Jermain goes up for a layup in the first half of Friday nights 46-44 loss to Stewartsville. Jermain scored seven points in the game.

Eagles fall to Cardinals By KEVIN BIRDSELL Staff writer

Players were hitting the floor all game long during the physical, close game between the Jefferson and Stewartsville boys basketball teams Friday night. Both defenses came out strong, forcing turnovers and missed shots. The Cardinals led the game 6-5 after the first period. “We’ve played some other games that were really physical,” Jefferson head coach Tim Jermain said. “We’ve just got to be able to play that way and match their physical intensity. I thought it went both ways because we were physical, too.” The second quarter belonged to Jefferson, though. They scored 15 points, seven of which came from senior Kyler Farnan. After the strong period, Jefferson took a 20-14 lead into halftime. The third quarter was a much different affair than the first half, with both teams shooting well and scoring at will. Jefferson outscored Stewartsville 20-16 and led 40-30 after the period. As hot as Jefferson was the third quarter, it was the complete opposite in the fourth. The Eagles only managed four points, while giving up 16.

“I thought we got some good looks and really good looks around the basket, but they didn’t go down,” Jermain said. The Eagles had a chance to win the game in the closing seconds, but could not convert as time expired and fell to the Cardinals 4644. “Defensively, I think we played well in the first half,” Jermain said. “But we gave up too many layups in the second half. It was kind of the same story all ball game long. We’ve got to be able to score. But they have some great athletes.” Farnan led the Eagles with 16 points. Sophomore Ben Jermain scored seven points also, five of them coming in the big third quarter. With the loss, Jefferson drops to 16-7 on the year. “I’m not sure what that did to our confidence,” Jermain said. “I saw a lot of heads hanging. We thought we could play a lot better, especially on the offensive end because we were missing some shots that we normally make. Making some plays to win games is something that we’ve got to learn to do.” Their next contest will be in Union Star against the Trojans. The game will tip-off at 7:30 p.m., following the girls’ contest.

A strong defensive second quarter helped propel the Jefferson girls basketball team to victory on Homecoming night. From the opening tip, Jefferson was out ahead of Stewartsville, leading 15-4 after the first quarter. The Eagles’ defense stepped up in the second period, holding the Cardinals without a point. The Eagles went into halftime with a 24-4 lead after the big quarter. “It’s not necessarily (defensive) pressure, but position,” Jefferson head coach Tyler Pedersen said. “A lot of times if you’re in good position, then steals are a by-product.” The rest of the game was more of the same, with Jefferson coming out with the 45-19 victory. “At this point in the season, we need to look a little more polished than we did offensively,” Pedersen said. “Just getting to

spots, executing offensively and taking care of the basketball. We had a few turnovers that were unforced.” Sophomore Jessie Henry led the Lady Eagles with 22 points, scoring 11 of Jefferson’s 13 third-quarter points. Junior Danae Schieber also chipped in nine points. “It’s something that I think (Henry) is capable of doing any night,” Pedersen said. “She hit a couple shots early and she gained some confidence and she was playing with some confidence. The game is physical, but she is getting better at playing through that physicality.” With the win, Jefferson improved to 1211 on the season. “That game puts us a game above .500,” Pedersen said. “I talked to the girls and these last three games of the season are conference games and we want to get confidence and we want to play well every game going into districts.” Their next game will be at Union Star tonight. Tip-off is at 6 p.m.

Lady Mustangs cap off perfect week FAIRFAX, Mo. — The North Nodaway Lady Mustangs capped off a 3-0 week by downing Craig/Fairfax 46-34 Friday night in Fairfax. In the boys’ contest, the Mustangs dropped a nail-biting 62-60 decision to the Hornets. In the girls’ contest, North Nodaway held a slim 11-10 lead at the end of the first quarter, but outscored Craig/ Fairfax 12-3 in the second quarter to take a 23-13 halftime lead. North Nodaway then outscored Craig/ Fairfax by one point in each of the final two quarters for the 12-point victory. Senior Cambry Schulter led the Lady Mustangs, now 11-11 on the season, with 16 points and five rebounds. Senior Erin Greeley and freshman Madison Thompson added seven points each for North Nodaway.

The boys contest was tightly contested throughout the entire game. Craig/ Fairfax led 25-18 at halftime, then saw that lead trimmed to six at 45-39 at the end of three quarters. The Mustangs then outscored the Hornets 21-17 in the fourth quarter, as their comeback attempt came up just short. North Nodaway, now 2-20 on the season, was led by sophomore Koby Reynolds, who scored 26 points in the losing effort. Junior Dakota Chesnut and freshman Peyton Coleman added eight points each for the Mustangs. The Mustangs are back in action Friday when they travel to Tarkio for a pair of 275 Conference games. The girls’ contest is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. with the boys to follow.

NW cross country trio earns honors NEW ORLEANS — Northwest Missouri State cross country had three members of the 2013 team earn USTFCCCA All-Academic honors. Honorees must have compiled a cumulative GPA or 3.25 or greater and must have finished among the top 30-percent of eligible runners at the re-

gional championship or in the top half of the field at the NCAA Championships. Northwest’s honorees include Katti Carroll, a senior applied health science major from Clarence, Anne Herbert, a sophomore biology major from Hinsdale, Ill., and Kit Anderson, a junior elementary ed. major from Norwalk, Iowa.

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Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Lady Trojans stay perfect, win conference outright By STEVE HARTMAN Staff writer

In a potential preview of the Class 1, District 16 finale in two weeks, the Nodaway-Holt Lady Trojans, seeded No. 1 in the district, downed South Holt, seeded No. 2, 57-55 Friday night in Oregon, and clinched the Highway 275 Conference championship in the process. Nodaway-Holt started slowly, trailing 12-4 at the end of the first quarter. “I believe we were a little tight at the start of the game,” Lady Trojan coach David Carroll said. “But we seemed to relax more after the first quarter and played well from then on.” The Lady Trojans closed the gap to one at 24-23 by halftime. Senior Megan Rosenbohm scored 10 of the 19 NodawayHolt points in the second quarter after being held scoreless in the first quarter. The game was knotted up at 39-39 at the end of the third quarter, setting the stage for an exciting final quarter.

Nodaway-Holt opened up a 50-45 lead with three minutes to go and led 57-52 when South Holt’s Emily Cox canned a three-pointer for the final score. Carroll cited three keys to the victory. “Darci Gallagher made a three and then a two to start the third quarter was a big key,” he said. “Jaylee Holmes made two big baskets to start the fourth quarter and then the team shooting 14-of-17 from the foul line. Megan was 9-for-9 and hit four in a row when they fouled at the end of the game.” Rosenbohm led Nodaway-Holt with 24 points, while fellow seniors Gallagher and Kalli Devers each pitched in with 10 points for the Lady Trojans, now 22-0. “With the win and a loss by Rock Port Friday night, we won the conference championship,” Carroll said. “Two years ago, we were tri-champs and last year cochamps, so the girls wanted it by themselves this year.” Nodaway-Holt returns to action Thursday, playing host to Albany at 6 p.m.

Cats split weekend series

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Nodaway-Holt senior Devin Albertson powers over the South Holt defense for two of his 14 points Friday night. The 72-43 win over South Holt was Nodaway-Holt’s 10th win in a row.

Trojans make it 10 straight OREGON, Mo. — For once, it wasn’t close as Nodaway-Holt rolled to its 10th consecutive victory with a 72-43 win over South Holt Friday night in Oregon. The first eight wins in the streak were all by single-digits, but the last two have featured double-digit margins of victory, including the 29-point margin Friday night. Nodaway-Holt jumped out to a 23-14 lead at the end of the first quarter, and stretched the lead to 41-26 by halftime. It was more of the same in the second half,

as Nodaway-Holt outscored South Holt 1711 in the third quarter and 14-6 in the fourth quarter, producing the final margin. Senior Nick Patterson scored 26 points to lead the Trojans, while senior Devin Albertson and junior Jackson Beattie added 14 and 13 points, respectively. Nodaway-Holt, now 16-7 on the season, will be back in action Thursday night, hosting Albany. The girls’ game is scheduled to tip off at 6 p.m., with the boys’ game to follow.

Bearcats open season 2-4

BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The Northwest Missouri State softball team opened its season at the Arkansas-Monticello 8-State Classic Friday where the Bearcats fell to Arkansas Tech., 9-4, in game one and SW Oklahoma St. in game two, 4-0. Arkansas Tech took an early lead, going up 5-0 in the top of the second inning. Northwest was able to get on the board in the bottom of the third inning when freshman Baylee Scarbrough singled in freshman Paige Orwig from second. Freshman Chantel Adams and junior Kailee Sherer both crossed home plate in the fifth inning to bring the Bearcats within two, down 5-3. ATU pushed four runs across in the top of the sixth inning while Northwest was only able to answer with one run the rest of the way, as they fell 9-4. Sophomore Sarah Baldwin was tagged with the loss in game one. Junior Abbie Vitosh stepped into the circle in game two for the Bearcats. Vitosh gave up four runs in the first inning and then proceeded to shut down the SWOSU offense holding them to three hits in seven innings. The Northwest offense was shutout as they struggled, leaving seven runners on base in the game. Adams went 2-for-3 in game two after going 2-for-2 in game one. Vitosh went the distance earning the complete game while taking her first loss of the season. On day two, the softball team came out swinging, defeating Harding 13-5 and Illinois-Springfield 4-1. Adams had a coming out party with the bat in game one, driving her first collegiate homerun over the fence in the first inning to put her team up 3-0. Adams wasn’t done as she stepped to the plate in the third inning. The freshman promptly deposited her second home run of the game over the left field fence. Adams finished the game 3-for3 with one walk and four RBIs. Junior Taszia Roseberry got in on the long ball action with her first homerun of the season coming in the top of the sixth inning. Roseberry finished with two RBIs. Senior Kristin Uthe added three RBIs of her own, while freshman Torri Blythe and

junior Steph Mark accounted for the final two runs batted in in the 13-5 victory. Baldwin earned her first win of the season going the distance for the complete game while giving up only five hits and striking out five. Game two was a tightly fought contest from the start as Illinois-Springfield jumped out to a one-run lead in the first inning. Uthe singled in senior Jordan Ereth in the third inning to tie the game at 1-1. Later in the same inning, Blythe scored off a sacrifice fly by Mark to give her team the 2-1 lead. Sophomore Maddie Jones crossed the plate in the fourth inning when Blythe singled up the middle to give the Bearcats an insurance run to put them up, 3-1. Northwest scored one more run in the bottom of the sixth when Uthe knocked in her second RBI of the game. Vitosh allowed one run over seven innings while striking out six on her way to the 4-1 victory. The final day of the tournament saw the Cats fall 9-7 to Quincy and 12-1 to Northwestern Oklahoma State. It was a back-and-forth game from the get go as Quincy put up two runs in the top of the first inning and Northwest answered with a pair of runs in the bottom half. Quincy held a 7-4 lead in the bottom of the sixth when Uthe knocked in Orwig on a sacrifice fly. Later in the inning, Adams singled to left with the bases loaded to plat two runs and time the game up at 7-7. Quincy added a pair of runs in the seventh to provide the final 9-7 margin. In the final game, Northwestern Oklahoma State jumped out in front early and the Bearcats were unable to keep up. Mark singled in Blythe in the fifth inning to provide Northwest’s only run. Adams finished the weekend hitting .526 with three homeruns while knocking in a team-high eighth RBIs. Blythe hit .429 with two doubles and three stolen bases. The Bearcats are back in action next weekend as part of the NSIC/MIAA Crossover Tournament in St. Cloud, Minn. Northwest opens with Wayne State at 7 p.m. Friday night before taking on Concordia-St. Paul, Augustana and St. Cloud State on Saturday.

LAWTON, Okla. — The Northwest Missouri State baseball team split a road doubleheader with Cameron University on Friday afternoon at McCord Field in Lawton, Okla. The Bearcats fell in the first game, 5-0, but rebounded to win the nightcap, 8-4. In game one, the Bearcats got a first inning hit from senior Ryan Abernathy, but were unable to figure out the Aggie pitching combination of Drew Reidt and Jacob Winters, falling 5-0. Sophomore Rob Henrichs started on the mound and pitched four innings, giving up five runs (one earned) on six hits. Cameron scored one unearned run in the first, followed by a pair in the second and third innings. In the second game of the Friday doubleheader, Northwest picked up a first-inning run as senior Eric McGlauflin singled in Abernathy who hit a two-out double. In the second, freshman Austin Wulf scored on a freshman Zack Ferreira single after reaching on an error to begin the inning. The Bearcats broke it open in the third inning, scoring three runs on a two-out, bases loaded double by junior Steve Garber. After Cameron added a run in the bottom of the inning, Northwest scored another run in the top of the fourth as senior Jon Pomatto hit the Bearcats’ first home run of the year. In the sixth, Ferreira doubled to begin the inning and scored on an error. Pomatto, who singled after Ferreira, scored on a wild pitch to give Northwest an 8-3 lead. Pomatto, Wulf and Abernathy each scored two runs for Northwest. Garber had three RBI while senior Brandon Huske, McGlauflin, Ferreira and Pomatto each had multi-hit games. Junior Kole Klocko started the game and went 3.1 innings, allowing three runs on five hits. Senior Blane Reutter picked up the win, pitching 4.2 innings in relief, allowing one run on three hits. Redshirtfreshman Brian Schmiedt pitched a perfect ninth, striking out the side. Northwest also split on day two with Cameron, again dropping the first game before bouncing back to win the nightcap. Both teams are now .500 for the season as

the Bearcats move to 3-3 while Cameron is 5-5. In the first game Saturday, Northwest fell behind early as Cameron scored once in the bottom of the first. Wulf hit the first of his two solo home runs in the top of the second, tying the score, 1-1. Northwest took the lead in the third as Huske hit an RBI double, scoring Pomatto. In the bottom of the third, Cameron scored three times, taking a 4-2 lead. Wulf homered for a second time in the fourth, bringing the Bearcats to within one, 4-3. In the fifth, junior Paul Johnson got in on the act, homering to begin the inning and tying the score at 4-4. Cameron took advantage of two Bearcat errors and scored five runs on four hits in the bottom of the fifth to take the lead for good, 9-4. Northwest would score a run in the sixth as Johnson doubled to score Pomatto and again in the seventh as junior Blake Hardegree singled to score Abernathy. Northwest rallied from a late deficit to beat the Aggies in the second game of the day. Ferreira doubled to start the third and scored on a Huske sacrifice fly. In the sixth, Huske singled to lead off and Johnson doubled to left. McGlauflin singled to drive both of them in. Cameron would score in the sixth, giving the Aggies a 4-3 lead. In the seventh, Hardegree scored on senior Alex Singleton’s two-out single to tie the game at 4-4. In the top of the ninth, Northwest loaded the bases and Abernathy drew a one-out walk to score Singleton and give the Bearcats the lead. In the bottom of the ninth, Cameron would put runners on second and third but with two outs, Pomatto struck out the final hitter, giving Northwest the 5-4 win. Senior Austin Warren started and went 5.1 innings, giving up four runs and nine hits. Schmiedt picked up the win after pitching the eighth inning. Pomatto moved from right field and pitched the final inning for his first save of the year. Northwest will open the MIAA season on Thursday with road games against Nebraska-Kearney starting at noon in a pair of seven-inning contests.

NW track competes at Concordia SEWARD, Neb. — The Northwest Missouri State track and field team competed at the Concordia Indoor Invitational on Friday evening. Northwest had two provisional marks, both from senior Lekiesha McKnight. McKnight hit two provisional marks to lead the women’s team. McKnight placed fifth in the weight throw with a provisional mark of 54-10.75. In the shot put, McKnight’s provisional throw of 47-10.5 placed her sixth in a strong field. Sophomore Alexis Boyd ran 58.37 in the 400 meters, placing second. Junior Taylor Woodruff placed third in the mile, running 5:21.71 followed by freshman Maci Hicks who placed fifth in 5:24.97. In the 60-meter hurdles, freshman Courtney Powell placed third, running 9.33. The 1,600-meter relay team of freshman Audrey Bolinger, sophomore Chloe Wichmann, freshman Lamisha Mckamey and Powell ran 4:00.02 to place second. Junior Samantha Fender was third in the long jump with a mark of 17-9.5 and

also placed seventh in the 200 in 26.73. On the men’s side, sophomore Ryan Cox missed a provisional mark in the 800 by a second, running 1:56.68 to place second overall. Freshman Tim Grundmayer placed fourth in the same event, running 1:57.99. Sophomore Desmond Jackson placed fourth in the 60-meter dash, running 7.09. Freshman Wick Cunningham was fourth in the 1,000 meters, running 2:36.26. In the high jump, sophomore Jared Benson was fifth, clearing 6-3.25. Sophomore Cale Korbelik was fifth in the 200 in 22.68. Senior Todd Suntken was fifth in the 400 (51.12) and was followed by freshman Tim Hannah in sixth, running 51.36. The 1,600-meter relay team of junior Eli Smith, Grundmayer, Cox and Korbelik placed second, running 3:23.84. Up next, Northwest will compete in the Husker tune-up in Lincoln, Neb., on Friday, Feb. 21. The MIAA Indoor Championships will be held in Joplin, starting on Friday, Feb. 28.

Mound City sweeps West Nodaway MOUND CITY, Mo. — Mound City swept the visiting West Nodaway Rockets last Friday night, winning the girls contest 67-21 over the 0-20 Lady Rockets and 61-42 over the 14-8 boys squad. Senior Emily Cordell led the girls

with 10 points on the night while junior Trevor Meyer led the Rockets with 12 points. The Rockets are back in action tonight for a pair of make-up contests at Northeast Nodaway beginning at 6 p.m.

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Entertainment ‘Endless Love’ wasn’t as bad as I thought or as ‘Endless’ Endless Love By Gary Darling Staff Writer

For me, date night with Mrs. Darling is always a cherished moment. Having three kids, you live for these sorts of things. So when it comes to going to a movie, I really want the moment to be special. Upon checking the schedule I thought that ‘Monument Men’ was going to be the film in the dinner theater. Unfortunately I was looking at the schedule wrong and, yep, there it was — ‘Endless Love.’ I wasn’t overly thrilled about the choice. It seemed like a pretty straightforward “chick flick” to me. Heck, I hadn’t even seen previews of it to that point. If you know me, you

will know how surprising that is, considering I see about 15 to 30 movie trailers a week. Although my wife gave me an out, I decided to give the film the benefit of the doubt and sauntered in on schedule. Plus, I had seen the preview by then and it didn’t look all bad, a little cliché, but horrible. Also, I am a big fan of Alex Pettyfer. He is an actor I think is underutilized and underappreciated. He made a believer out of me when I saw him in ‘Beastly’ back in 2011. Overall, though, the film wasn’t bad. I mean, I found myself enjoying the overall story and performances. Jade Butterf ield (Gabriella Wilde) is a privileged girl who didn’t make many friends in high school. This is mainly

because of her overbearing father (Bruce Greenwood). This all changes when a boy, David Eliot (Alex Pettyfer), enters her life. This doesn’t sit well with Jade’s father, who tries his hardest to keep the two apart. But with love, there is always a way. In the end, this film was okay, and I did enjoy it. Did it push the envelope in terms of dramatic romantic films? No, it did not. But my wife and I had a good time and enjoyed our time together watching it. For me, that is what sealed my overall enjoyment of the film. The acting, also, is pretty good for a film of this type. Although, I felt the film could have used a better actress in the female lead role. All in all, a good date film.

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Alex Pettyfer and Gabriella Wilde in Endless Love (2014)

Concert pianist Peter Miyamoto

Piano fest celebrates Chopin MARYVILLE, Mo. – Classical keyboard lovers will be in for a treat Sunday, Feb. 23, when the College of Arts and Sciences at Northwest Missouri State University hosts the 2014 Chopin Piano Festival. Headlining this year’s festival will be Peter Miyamoto, an award-winning concert pianist and associate professor of piano and chamber music at the University of Missouri-Columbia. Presentations and performances are scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. at the Charles Johnson Theater, which is located on the first floor of the Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building across the street from Bearcat Arena. At that time, Miyamoto will present a 45-minute lecture on the life and music of Frederic Chopin, one of the giants of 19th century European music. Chopin (1810-1849) was a Polish composer credited with inventing the concept of the instrumental ballade — a singlemovement work based on a literary ballad or narrative poem. Many of Chopin’s compositions are noted for combining elements of both Polish folk music and the classical tradition. All of Chopin’s compositions include the piano, and most were written for solo piano. His keyboard style is considered by musicians and scholars to be highly individual, technically demanding and filled with nuance and sensitivity. Following the opening lecture, Northwest music students and registered junior and senior high-school students will perform

during a Chopin recital scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. Selections will include Chopin’s “Waltz in B Minor” played by Emily Calhoun, a sophomore marine biology major from Sioux Falls, S.D. “The festival is a great opportunity for music and non-music students alike to expose themselves to some of Chopin’s works,” Calhoun said. “I’m looking forward to both practicing my performing skills and sharing what the Northwest music program has taught me.” At 4:30 p.m., Northwest music faculty will provide free piano lessons to registered junior and senior high-school students, and at 8 p.m. Miyamoto will perform a free all-Chopin recital highlighting some of the composer’s most famous pieces, including Ballade in G Minor, Op. 23; Nocturne in E-flat Major, Op. 55, No. 2; and Ballade in A-flat Major, Op. 47. A noted teacher and performer, Miyamoto was a prizewinner at the National Chopin Competition in 1995. “The idea of the festival originated after our introduction to Miyamoto through the Missouri Arts Council,” said Ernest Kramer, a professor of music who teaches piano at Northwest. “He specializes in Chopin’s music.” Area students seeking to register to perform during the student recital or to receive a free piano lesson should email Kramer at kramer@nwmissouri.edu, Anthony Olson Olson at aolson@nwmissouri.edu or Charles Badami at cbadami@ nwmissouri.edu.

Country artists Gloriana, Jana Kramer to co-headline Northwest spring concert

Gloriana

Jana Kramer

Sarah Darling

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Northwest Missouri State University has announced country artists Gloriana, Jana Kramer and Sarah Darlingas the performers for its annual spring concert, Saturday, April 12, at Bearcat Arena. Doors to the venue open at 6:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Student tickets are $10 and

available at the Student Services Center on the first floor of the Administration Building, beginning at 8 a.m. Monday, Feb. 24. Remaining tickets will be available to the general public for $20, starting at 8 a.m. Monday, March 3. At that time, tickets also will be available for purchase via phone by calling 660.562.1212 or online. Michael Eppley, the Student

Activities Council’s director of concert programming, said the student group is pleased to bring what promises to be an energizing show with multiple artists to Bearcat Arena. Due to the length of the show, Eppley said that for the first time SAC also will sell concessions at the arena. “We haven’t had the opportunity to have a country act for a while so this will be a great experience for everyone at Northwest,” Eppley said. “This will be the biggest production that we have put on in years, and I am very proud and excited about the atmosphere it will create on our campus.” Sarah Darling, who The New York Times called “a sophisticated songwriter with a crisp, powerful voice,” has garnered country radio play with singles including “Jack of Hearts,” “Whenever It Rains,” “Something to Do With Your Hands,” “Home to Me” and “Little Umbrellas.” Darling, an Iowa native, also has been spotted on “Conan,” “FOX & Friends,” CNN, ABC’s “The Bachelor,” GAC, CMT and AXS-TV, in addition to dozens of

appearances on the historic Grand Ole Opry stage. For more information, visit www.sarahdarling.com. Gloriana is an award-winning vocal group whose current single “Best Night Ever” is the first off their forthcoming studio album set to release this year. The critically-acclaimed vocal trio featuring Tom Gossin, Rachel Reinert and Mike Gossin are known best for the beautiful harmonies and lyrical conversations evident on their latest release, “A Thousand Miles Left Behind.” Showcasing Tom’s and Rachel’s musical chemistry, the album’s breakout single, “(Kissed You) Goodnight,” was certified Platinum by the R.I.A.A. and earned ASCAP’s Top 5 Performed Songs of 2013 award. Gloriana’s self-titled release and “A Thousand Miles Left Behind” both debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Country Album Chart. For more information, visit www.Gloriana.com. Jana Kramer found her success with four songs featured on The CW’s “One Tree Hill,” on

which she plays the firecracker actress, Alex Dupre. She also has held roles on “Friday Night Lights” and “90210,” among other small television and film roles. Kramer launched her country music career in 2012 with a self-titled album that spawned the single “Why Ya Wanna.” The singer-songwriter has since built a reputation for emotionally moving songs and sweet, country vocals. For more information, visit www.janakramer.com. The Student Activities Council is comprised of Northwest students charged with planning and administering activities for students, who pay an activities fee as part of their tuition costs. In addition to lectures and late night activities, SAC annually plans a spring concert that features performers selected from a rotation of genres to appeal to students’ varied tastes. For more information about the concert at Northwest, contact the Student Activities Council at sac@nwmissouri.edu or call 660.562.1226.

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ASTRO-GRAPH TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 by Bernice Bede Osol

This will be your year to shine. Your energy, creativity and intuition levels are at an all-time high. Goals you previously thought unattainable will soon fall into place. Your knowledge and achievements will serve to provide you with scads of imagination and inspiration. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Demanding people are likely to get you down. Don’t feel that you have to be everything to everyone. Make a point of keeping some time for yourself to prevent enervation. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Disagreements and confrontations will not resolve pending issues. Your reputation will be at risk if you argue about unimportant matters. Let some things slide in order to avoid alienating your peers. ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Avoid uncomfortable situations by using discretion. Although you may favor one person over another, giving too much attention to someone will not help you gain overall support. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Others will be impressed by your achievements if you stop procrastinating and start acting. With persistence and planning, you can clear your agenda for more pleasurable activities. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Get rid of tension by taking care of household chores or doing something physical. You will be surprised how much more relieved and relaxed you feel in a clean and comfortable environment. CANCER (June 21-July 22) Your so-

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One last visit to the counting table

Each row, column and set of 3-by-3 boxes must contain the numbers 1 through 9 without repetition.

Kevin Barry, an Irish author, said, “When you wake up, instead of checking emails on your phone, or counting your retweets, pick up a pen and scratch

cial life may need a pick-me-up. Join a service, club or organization and meet new people. Sharing common interests will stimulate your senses and improve your outlook. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It is never a good idea to flaunt your wealth around strangers. Be especially careful with your valuable possessions. A lack of vigilance on your part could result in loss. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Keep your emotions in check. Disagreements may occur if you become stressed or unhappy. Commit to staying active in order to avoid conflicts and ensure focus. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Concentrate your attentions on your family and loved ones. Satisfying relationships require nurturing and effort. There will be plenty of opportunities in the future to deal with career concerns. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You will need to be more assertive in your efforts to move ahead in the workplace. Emphasize your special skills, qualities and versatility. Stop waiting for others to notice your achievements. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) - Be sensitive to the feelings of those you care about. Convey your thoughts with clarity and concern. A casual remark may be misinterpreted, causing a rift in your relationship. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don’t feel lethargic and dispirited. Broaden your interests by learning something new. Your local library or bookstore contains information on hundreds of topics to inform and inspire you.

a few sentences into a notebook.” Or sit at a computer keyboard and type a few articles into a word processor. Over the last seven columns, I have been stressing counting, primarily by the defenders. Here is one more example, by way of revision because someone once told me that repetition is good in a teaching environment. (I hope he is right.) South zooms into four hearts. West leads the spade queen. How should the declarer-play and defense go? Note that three no-trump has no chance. That is usually a tough contract to make when you have two or three aces to dislodge. The defenders have a lot of time to establish and run their long suit. In four hearts, South starts with four losers: one in each suit. He has 10 possible tricks: two spades, four hearts, two diamonds and two clubs. However, he will get those two club tricks only if East errs, since declarer has

no dummy entry outside clubs. South’s best chance is to win trick one with the spade ace and play a club, hoping the opponent with the ace wins immediately. West, though, should play his eight, starting a highlow with an even number. East should then work out that declarer started with two clubs. (With four, South would not be attacking clubs this quickly; he would surely be drawing trumps.) So East should duck the first club, take the second, and return a spade to kill the contract.

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Help Wanted GRM NETWORKS is accepting applications for the following position at our Princeton, Mo. location: Accounting Supervisor. Information on job duties and requirements can be found at www.grm.net (employment opportunities at bottom of page). Apply by February 21, 2014 at the GRM Networks business offices in Princeton or Bethany, Mo. or Leon, Iowa; print an application from www.grm. net; or send a resume/application to: GRM Networks, Attn: Human Resources, 1001 Kentucky, Princeton, MO 64673, grmhr@grm. net. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 25-10 HELP WANTED: Part time assistant office manager with responsibility for financial management needed Monday - Thursday afternoons. Must be able to greet

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public and perform general office functions. Computer skills and experience in accounting/bookkeeping are required. Submit resume to First United Methodist Church, 102 N. Main St., Maryville, MO 64468 or pastorfumc@earthlink.net 30-5

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Legals February 18, 2014 CITY OF MARYVILLE, MISSOURI REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL 2014 ASPHALT MILLING & OVERLAY PROJECT The City of Maryville is requesting proposals from qualified firms for the milling and installation of Hot-Mix asphalt within the City of Maryville. The request is an opportunity for qualified contracting firms to present proposals to the City of Maryville for consideration. An optional pre-proposal meeting will be held on Monday, February 24, at 10:00 a.m., local time, in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 415 North Market Street, Maryville, Missouri. Bids shall be submitted no later than 10:00 a.m., local time, Thursday, March 13, 2014, to the City Clerk’s office, 415 North Market Street, Maryville, Missouri, 64468, in a sealed envelope, marked “RFP2014 ASPHALT MILLING AND OVERLAY PROJECT.” Bid specifications are available upon request, which include mapping of the areas to be milled and overlaid, at the City Clerk’s office by calling 660-562-8001 or online at www.maryville.org. The City of Maryville reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. The job shall conform to the Missouri Prevailing Wage Laws Annual Wage Order No. 20. All bidders shall comply with the requirements of Section 285.530 RSMo, E-Verify, and OSHA Safety Training. Any required permits will be the responsibility of the contractor, along with all design criteria necessary for the construction/ permitting process. Questions shall be directed to Public Works

February 18, 2014 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Maryville Housing Authority (MHA) will be conducting a public hearing at the Authority’s Office on April 8, 2014 at 12:00 p.m. The MHA has developed a Housing Agency Plan outlining the Missions, Goals, Objectives, and Policies and Procedures that will be used as guidance in the operation of all Public Housing within our jurisdiction for the next five years. This comprehensive plan will be discussed at the public hearing. This is an opportunity for other residents and interested parties to make comments on the plan. The plan will be available for review during normal business hours at the main office from February 17, 2014 until the hearing.

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Held inside the heated “Rose Theater,” seating provided, this is a very clean offering, Nina says she will find many other items by sale day.

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ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE GLASS: Aqua marine swirl; occupied Japan; 25 pcs. Pink depression glass, cabbage rose, cherry blossom and old colony; clear pattern; Royal Copenhagen plates; white, blue and white and pink and white ironstone; Frankoma; Stauffer figurines; Pfaltzgraff dinner ware; Lefton snack set; toy Japan tea set; misc. glass and figurines. OTHER ITEMS to include wicker bassinet; stained glass window hangings; framed prints; fruit jars; 6 & 2 gal. Red Wing Crock jars; wall map case; old trunk; more will be found. ANTIQUE & MODERN FURNITURE: Lighted 5’ glass store display counter; stenciled oak library table; oak wash stand; oak serpentine dresser; small size oak teacher’s desk; cherry kneehole desk; brass plated quilt rack; hall table w/tall mirror; heavy oak dining table; high back bench; window benches; drop leaf hall table; 4’ oak writing table; 6’ shelf w/plate groove; sofa table w/cabriole legs; trundle bed frame; treadle sewing machine; garden bench; high chair; nice high back swivel office chair; 2 arrow back side chairs; several nice shelving units of various styles; oak framed wall mirror; wing back chair; lamps; coffee table; office chair; 2 high back bar stools; round glass top patio tables; plexi-glass display rack; French Provincial coffee table; tall, dark stained computer table; shelving glass; 40 hanging neon light units; neon bulbs.

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Auctioneers: Kermit Goslee, 660-582-0776 and Steve Espey, 660-541-0989 Clerks: Rhonda Goslee and Deloris Shipley Terms: Cash, checks taken with positive ID. Lunch. Statements sale day take precedence

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Early birds get the exercise By STEVE HARTMAN Staff writer

Five vehicles arrive at the Maryville Community Center between 4:15 and 4:25 almost every morning Monday through Friday. When the doors to the center open at 4:30, the drivers of those five vehicles enter to begin their daily exercise routine, one they’ve been following for years. While most people are still sleeping, these folks are improving their health and

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encouraging each other in the process. “When our doors open at 4:30 a.m., the same five people are here almost every day, ready to work out,” Maryville Parks and Recreation Director Rod Auxier said. Gary Nielson, Tom Spire, Deb Henggeler, Laura Marriott and Adam Teale are the five individuals who take advantage of the early hour to get their daily workouts completed. All have different reasons for starting so

early, and the five provide encouragement for one another as they’ve become acquainted over the years. Nielson is the “veteran” of the group, as he has been working out at the early hour for nine years. “I don’t even need to set an alarm any more,” Nielson said. “This schedule works out well for me. I’m usually here until about 6:30 a.m.” Nielson’s workout consists of a warm-up activity followed by weight training,

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Tom Spire, Deb Henggeler and Adam Teale get a cardio workout on the treadmills at the Maryville Community Center. All three begin their daily workouts at 4:30 a.m.

then 15-30 minutes of cardio. He then does a stretching program before leaving the center. Tom Spire and Deb Henggeler work as a team to encourage one another, and have done so for seven years. “We’re each other’s accountability partner,” Henggeler said. “I come in early because that’s when Tom comes in, and we encourage each other.” Spire has a very practical reason for coming in early to work out. “I’ve always been an early bird, and I know I need to work out. If I don’t do it first thing, then I won’t get it done.” Spire and Henggeler both do cardio work on the treadmill for 30 to 40 minutes. Occasionally they walk on the track for variety. Marriott has been coming in early to work out for about three years. Her earlymorning workouts are more seasonal in nature. “When the weather warms up, I ride my bike to work,” Marriott said. “That serves as my daily workout during the summer.” During the winter months, Marriott does 30-45 minutes of weight training followed by a 30-minute cardio workout. “I like coming in at 4:30,” Marriott said. “I can get my

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Workout warm-up

Gary Nielson does a warm-up exercise before beginning his weight-training workout. Nielson is one of five individuals who exercise as soon as the Maryville Community Center opens at 4:30 a.m. workout in and still have time to spend with my family.” Teale has been a member of the 4:30 workout club for about two years. “I go to work at 6 a.m., so getting my daily workout in at 4:30 works well for me,” Teale said. Teale includes cardio work on the treadmill and a “little bit” of weight training in his daily workout regimen. All five agree that the health benefits of daily exercise are the primary reason they work out, but they also enjoy the camaraderie that has developed from seeing

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one another at the center at 4:30 a.m. five days a week. “It’s good to see others here this early,” Spire said. “It helps to motivate everybody.” “They’re all pretty faithful about showing up to work out,” Auxier said. “We’re glad we’re able to open at a time that accommodates their schedules. You can count on them being here when the doors open.” The Maryville Community Center is open from 4:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. MondayThursday; 4:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday; 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday; and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

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The St. Francis Hospital Foundation and Auxiliary hosted their annual Gala Saturday night at the Maryville Community Center. Proceeds were to benefit obstetrics.

Archery ministry a hit Continued from Page 1 “Any adults are welcome to go through the class,” Pedersen said. “If mom wants to go through the class with the kids, there’s no age restrictions or anything.” But though open to all ages, Centershot caters to young people. “Kids will come in and we will do some shooting, then we will have a small devotional,” Pedersen said. “We will end with games to help challenge the kids and have a fun time.” Six local trainers have been certified by Centershot to provide instruction in proper archery techniques. “All of us that are trainers had to go through the Centershot training,” Christian said. “The main guy from Centershot came down and trained all of us so we could train the kids and adults, whoever wants to go through the program.” The Bridge, located at

1122 South Main, has set up an indoor range at the church, and times are available for people who want to shoot but who don’t want to sign up for the classes. “Wednesday and Friday we are having open shooting,” Pedersen said. “That way mom and dad or anybody can come, and they can shoot and have a good time with the whole family.” The open-shooting sessions take place in the back of The Bridge worship center from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and cost $5 for non-members. Those wishing to register should arrive by 6 p.m. The program is primarily for people who have never shot, or who have limited experience with a bow. Christian was himself a novice before signing up and going on to become a trainer. “I actually shot the bow maybe twice before I started the program,” Christian said. “Now I’m able to train everyone else how to shoot.

I didn’t think I’d like it, but I fell in love with it. I’m usually one of the first ones here and one of the last ones to leave.” On Saturday, Centershot hosted its first open tournament at The Bridge range. “This is an awareness event,” Pedersen said. “It lets people know what this place is, why we’re here and what the potential is.” Twenty-nine people signed up to shoot competitively. Participants were divided into 10 classes based on style of equipment. Centershot will also host an “open house” all-youcan-eat spaghetti dinner at The Bridge from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, March 1. Cost is $5. “We wanted to take this opportunity to invite the community in and help the kids learn a different sport,” Pedersen said. “They’re involved in basketball, baseball and football, but not many of them get involved in archery.”