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Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016 Volume 131 Number 44 Versailles, MO
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Daylight saving time ends Sunday
Daylight saving time ends 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. Residents are reminded to set their clocks back one hour be-
fore retiring Saturday night. It also is a good time to check the batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
Boy Scouts to host chili dinner Boy Scouts Troop 30 of Versailles is hosting an election day chili dinner and silent auction 11 a.m. to 1 p.m and 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, at the United Methodist Church in Versailles. The event is open to the public.
The cost of tickets is $7 for adults and $4 for children. For more information or to obtain tickets, contact Scoutmaster Todd Wright at 573-5695599 or Assistant Scoutmaster Mark Stafford at 573-378-0435 or any Boy Scout or Scouter.
Offices closed for Veterans Day
A firefighter’s final salute
Versailles City Fire Department Chief Bob Ferguson offers a final salute to Versailles Rural Fire Protection District Fire Chief Troy Nichols, whose remains rest under his firefighter’s helmet during a memorial service Saturday, Oct. 29 at Versailles High School. The Rev. Lora Cunningham, center, officiated the service. M.B. “Doc” Jones, right, who served as the Versailles Rural FPD chief for many years, spoke in memory of Nichols. Nichols, 54, died Saturday, Oct. 22 after battling cancer and was remembered by many family and friends. Members of Versailles Rural FPD were joined by members from other fire, emergency, and law enforcement agencies to pay their respects. Nichols’ number was retired and those attending the memorial heard the traditional “final tone” to honor Nichols’ service to his community. (photo by Bryan E. Jones)
City hires part-time officer, street crew member
The Versailles City Council Tuesday, Nov. 1, on the recommendation of Police Chief Chad Hartman, elected to hire a new part-time officer in an effort to help Hartman meet the personnel demands of the department. The council hired officer Todd Warner, who has been a full-time police officer with the Eldon Police Department since 2013. Before that, he was with the Lake Ozark Police Department for three years and has been in law enforcement since 2009. In other police news, part-time officer Adam Pfeiffer’s resignation was accepted by the council. Pfeiffer was praised by Mayor Terry Silvey as a “good officer” and his resignation is due mostly to availability. The council also approved the purchase of a records manage-
ment system to help the department manage evidence, traffic citations, vehicle maintenance, facilitate information sharing between area agencies, aid in profiling, and more. The modern system will cost $1,496 for initial set-up and training and $511 per month ($7,628) for the first year’s contract. The new quarters for the police department offices in the former library building next to City Hall are almost complete. Shelving is finished, a new sign has been hung, phone lines are installed and should be done testing next week, and painting will be finished soon. So far, $27,600 of city money has been spent in the renovation and $24,700 of $30,000 in donated funds have been used. A public open house in the new
location is tentatively planned 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, just prior to the city council meeting. Public Works Hire DeWayne Cunningham was hired by the council to serve on the city’s Public Works Department under supervisor Dave Avey. Cunningham has worked at Gates, Tyson, and the Department of Corrections. He has also served in the United States Marine Corps. He has experience operating heavy equipment. His continued employment is subject to a 30-day probationary period. In other public works developments, the council agreed to let Avey’s crew work to demolish the former MFA building, as a bidder who had told the council he could do the demolition for $10,000 has backed out. It will
cost approximately $5,500 for disposal of the waste material. In addition, a grappler/wrecking bucket attachment for a Bobcat track-steer will be purchased by the city at a cost of $3,500. Council Briefs - A section of North Maple near the former Ready Mix plant will be closed to through traffic by the installation of a gate. - The April 2017 city election for mayor, North Ward alderman, South Ward alderman, and City Marshal was approved. Filing deadline is Tuesday, Jan. 17. - Overhead bay lights will be purchased for the fire station. - A pump was rebuilt on one of the city’s sewer lift stations. The next meeting of the city council is 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6 at City Hall.
Polls open for the general municipal election 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8 throughout Morgan County. The only contested election locally is for Morgan County assessor. Voters will choose between Republican candidate Colleen Richardson-Richey and Democratic candidate Ray Bowman. Versailles voters will also have an opportunity to vote in uncontested races to elect Rodney Schad as Eastern District commissioner, Norman Dills as Morgan County sheriff, Amanda Huffman as Morgan County public administrator, and Maynard “Doc” Jones as Morgan County coroner. Voters elsewhere in Morgan County may vote to elect Republican Ryan Hoffa as Western District commissioner. Hoffa is also running unopposed. On a larger stage Morgan, Miller, and Moniteau county voters will choose between Republican incumbent David Wood and Democratic
challenger Travis Maupin for District 58 state representative. Morgan, Camden, Laclede, Miller, and Moniteau County voters will have an opportunity to re-elect Kenny Hayden as Circuit 26 Division 2 judge. Hayden, a Republican, is running unopposed. Morgan County is among 26 counties in Missouri’s Congressional District 4, which will choose between Republican incumbent Vicky Hartzler, Democratic challenger Gordon Christensen, and Libertarian nominee Mark Bliss for the district’s U.S. Representative. Statewide races Also on Nov. 8, voters across Missouri will choose between: • Republican incumbent Roy Blunt, Democrat Jason Kander, Libertarian John Dine, Constitution Party nominee Fred Ryman, and Green Party candidate Johnathan McFarland for U.S. Senator from Missouri. • Democrat Chris Koster, Republican Eric Greitens, Libertarian Cisse W. Spragins, Green
Party nominee Don Fitz, and independent candidate Lester Benton “Les” Turilli, Jr. for governor of Missouri. • Democrat Russ Carnahan, Republican Mike Parson, Libertarian Steven R. Hedrick, and Green Party nominee Jennifer Leach for lieutenant governor. • Democrat Robin Smith, Republican John “Jay” Ashcroft, and Libertarian Chris Morrill for Missouri secretary of state. • Democrat Judy Baker, Republican Eric Schmitt, Libertarian Sean O’Toole, and Green Party nominee Carol Hexem for state treasurer. • Democrat Teresa Hensley and Republican Josh Hawley for state attorney general. Ballot questions Five proposed amendments to the state constitution and one statutory measure are also on the ballot statewide in Missouri. For more details about these ballot questions, see the sample ballot under “Notice of Election” in this newspaper.
Polling places Polling places for the county’s election precincts are as follows. • Barnett: New Life Assembly of God Church. • Florence: St. John United Church of Christ parish hall Gravois Mills: Gravois Lions Club building Indian Creek: Rocky Mount Lions Club building Laurie: Osage Community Elks Lodge Stover: Stover Community Center Syracuse: Syracuse Community Park building Versailles North, Fairgrounds North, and Excelsior: Morgan County Library in Versailles Versailles South and Fairgrounds South: Hunter Civic Center in Versailles Webb: Proctor fire station All voters registered in Morgan County may cast their ballot with proper identification. To follow election night results, visit www.morgan-county. org/offices/county-clerk/.
The following offices will be closed Friday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day: Morgan County Courthouse, Morgan County Circuit Court, Morgan County Associate Circuit Court, Morgan County Division of Family Services and Senior Services, Division of Employment
Security, Versailles City Hall, Laurie City Hall, Sunrise Beach City Hall, Versailles Post Office, Morgan County Soil and Water, Morgan County Library, Morgan County Health Center, Morgan County License Bureau, and West Central Missouri Community Action Agency.
Food 4 Morgan County will distribute food for those in need 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15 at the Family Worship Center gymnasium, 1000 Jones Ave., in Versailles. To participate, bring proof of residency such as an identification with correct address, utility bill or voter registration card, or official paperwork from the Division of Social Services; and date of birth for each family member living in the home. Each time caregivers pick up
food for others, they must bring a signed note from the head of household. The food is being distributed in cooperation with the Food Bank of Central and Northeast Missouri. Those needing food are asked to bring their own containers. Containers to take food home in are in short supply. Everyone in need will receive food even if they don’t qualify for USDA commodities.
Food distribution Nov. 15
Election polls open 6 a.m. Nov. 8
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Little ghouls, goblins, princesses, robots, and more collected Halloween candy from residents of Good Shepherd Care Center Monday, Oct. 31 during the annual Halloween Safe House at the facility in Versailles.
Meetings Scheduled
The Versailles Rural Fire Protection District board meets 7 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 3 at Station 1 in Versailles. The Laurie City Council meets 6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 8 at Laurie City Hall. The Gravois Mills board meets 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 8 at Gravois Mills City Hall. The Mid-Mo Ambulance District board meets 7 p.m., Wednes-
day, Nov. 9 at the Tipton base. The Royal Arts Council meets 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 10 at the Dimond Annex in Versailles. The West Lake chamber meets 7:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 10 at the chamber office in Sunrise Beach. The Morgan County Library board meets 5:15 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 10 at the library in Versailles.
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M.B. “Doc” Jones, at podium, speaks in memory of Versailles Rural Fire Protection District Chief Troy Nichols Saturday, Oct. 29 during a memorial service at the football stadium at Versailles High School. Nichols died after battling cancer and was remembered by many family and friends. Members of Versailles Rural FPD were joined by members from other fire, emergency, and law enforcement agencies to pay their respects. Jones served as the Versailles Rural FPD chief for many years.
Bunker gear and other personal items used by Versailles Rural Fire Protection District Fire Chief Troy Nichols rest empty on a table Saturday, Oct. 29 during a memorial service at the football stadium at Versailles High School. Nichols number was retired and those attending the memorial heard the traditional “final tone” to honor Nichols service to his community. A bagpiper played as members of Versailles Rural FPD were joined by personnel from other fire, emergency, and law enforcement agencies to show solidarity with one of their own. (photos by Bryan E. Jones)
Veterans tribute assembly Nov. 11 The Morgan County R-II School District is honoring veterans in their annual Veterans Dad Tribute Friday, Nov. 11. The school district is inviting all veterans who served their country in the past or are currently serving to attend. Veterans who attend the tribute will be served breakfast 8:30 to 9 a.m. in the elementary school then watch a presentation by the elementary students to show their respect and gratitude to the veterans. After the elementary portion of the assembly, veterans will be ushered to the high school to take part in the middle school/high school presentation, beginning 10 a.m.
The presentation includes musical pieces from the school choir, band, and other acts. There will also be patriotic readings by middle- and high-school students. A speech about the importance of our veterans and Veterans Day will be given by a keynote speaker. Following the assembly, all veterans will be served lunch and are welcome to bring family members. The school requests those who plan to attend contact the school in order to order the proper amount of food. Contact Morgan County R-II High School at 573378-4697.
Marriages
Zachary Taylor Heimsoth, 21, Joshua Matthew Burris, 29, VerCole Camp, and Kelsey Lauren Denney, 22, Cole Camp, were married Sept. 24, 2016. Harvey Ray Endicott, 56, Stover, and Elizabeth Ann Gannon, 53, Kansas City, Mo., were married Sept. 30, 2016. Timothy Dale Downs, 52, Eldon, and Denise Jean Adden, 55, Eldon, were married Sept. 23, 2016. Travis Scott Weaver, 21, Versailles, and Lynelle Kaye Zimmerman, 21, Latham, were married Oct. 1, 2016. Billy L. Brown, 33, Versailles, and Samantha Ann Gamber, 40, Versailles, were married Oct. 1, 2016. John Kevin Sumner, 41, Tipton, and Angela Marie Holem, 39, Mora, were married Oct. 1, 2016. Clair Eugene Nolt, 20, Fortuna and Lois Martin Leinbach, 20, Barnett were married Sept. 29, 2016. Scott Alan Elley, 43, Eldon, and Caitlan Louise Kidwell, 26, Barnett, were married Oct. 8, 2016. Russell Eugene Landon, 57, Barnett, and Joyce Diana Dinkins, 48, Barnett, were married Sept. 30, 2016. Jason Lance Atkinson, 56, Barnett, and Deborah Jean McClurgHitt, 60, Jefferson City, were married Oct. 12, 2016. Ryan Jacob Braden, 38, Sunrise Beach, and Tara Amanda Hildebrand, 33, Sunrise Beach, were married Sept. 24, 2016.
sailles, and Ashley Nicole Liebrum, 22, Versailles, were married Oct. 15, 2016. Brandin James Kay, 33, Versailles, and Deanna Kaye Porter, 30, Versailles, were married Oct. 15, 2016. Sean Michael Weber, 32, Jefferson City, and Logan Mykay Lampe, 26, Russellville, were married Oct. 8, 2016. Troy Lynn Jones, 49, Versailles, and Tracy Michelle Watts, 42, Versailles, were married Oct. 14, 2016. Melvin Paul Lambright, 26, Cole Camp, and Leanna M. Reiff, 23, Fortuna, were married Oct. 15, 2016. Indiana Scott Rice, 30, Gravois Mills, and Tara Lynn Wittke, 25, Gravois Mills, were married Oct. 19, 2016. Dominique John Dutra Morris, 20, Barnett, and Fraley Avalon Statt, 19, Barnett, were married Oct. 8, 2016. Anthony Richard Karch, 32, Barnett, and Kelly Nicole Lubinski, 24, Versailles, were married Oct. 20, 2016. Christopher Stephen Coleman, 33, Versailles, and Carol Ann Sansonetti, 38, Versailles, were married Oct. 23, 2016. Trevor Wayne Bentch, 28, Versailles, and Morgan Kaye Martin, 21, Osage Beach, 21, were married Oct. 8, 2016.
Powell, Hopkinsville, Ky., were divorced Oct. 24, 2016. Mark Fischer, Stover, and Markeyta Fischer, Versailles, were
The Morgan County Health Center conducted food establishment inspections for Monday, Oct. 3 to Friday, Oct. 28. Results shown include the critical violations and the number of non-critical violations. The following establishments were inspected: Gem Mini Mart, Ivy Bend, Wednesday, Oct. 12, routine inspection, zero critical violations observed, and one noncritical violation observed. Shady Gables, Versailles, Thursday, Oct. 13, routine inspection, zero critical violations observed, and zero noncritical violations observed. G2M Supermarket, Stover, Tuesday, Oct. 25, routine inspection, zero critical viola-
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tions observed, and five noncritical violations observed. Vera Cruz Jr., Stover, Wednesday, Oct. 26, routine inspection, one critical violation observed, improper storage of pest control product, corrected during inspection, and three non-critical violations observed. McDonald’s, Versailles, routine inspection, zero critical violations observed, and two non-critical violation observed. Critical violations are usually corrected at the time of inspection. Non-critical violations are not considered an imminent health threat but need to be addressed no later than the next routine inspection.
Mike Walker at Royal: revised date scheduled
A concert by Mike Walker & including Elvis Presley, Conway Friends will be presented 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Royal Theatre in Versailles. This date reflects a change from the printed 2016-2017 season brochure. Mike Walker is an award winning Branson entertainer, with excellent vocals, entertaining comedy, and spot-on impersonations. A talented mimic, Walker brings his repertoire of more than 50 celebrities to the stage. He also performs his own music. Watch him channel a variety of singers,
Twitty, Ray Charles, Willie Nelson, and Rod Stewart. He’s shared the stage with acts like Toby Keith, Lonestar, Keith Urban, The Coasters, Brooks & Dunn, Alabama, Mickey Gilley, and more, helping him develop his skills as an impersonator. Ticket prices are: Adults $10 and any student/child (3-18) $5. Call 573-378-6226 for reserved seating or purchase at the door, upon availability.
November clinics at health center The following clinics are sched- Immunizations-
uled at the Morgan County Health Center in Versailles. Regular hours- Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The health center is open through lunch. The health center will be closed Friday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day, and Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25 for Thanksgiving. Food Safety and Sanitation Course- TBA, required for all managers of food establishments. Call 573-378-5438, ext. 238 for information or to enroll. Walk-in Clinics- Every day during regular business hours. Toe Nail Clinic- Wednesdays, by appointment only. WIC- High risk, certification, and pick-up Nov. 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, divorced Oct. 20, 2016. Larry Kehl, Barnett, and Caro- 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 28, 29, lyn Kehl were divorced Sept. 30, and 30, by appointment only. Call 573-378-5438, ext. 229 for infor2016. mation.
Divorces
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Food establishment inspections Nominations being accepted
Every day during normal business hours. Call first to make sure there is a nurse available. STD Screening- By appointment only. Show Me Health Women/ Wisewoman- By appointment only. Call 573-378-5438, ext. 223 for information. Family Planning Clinic- By appointment only, Thursday, Nov. 3 and Thursday, Nov. 17. Call 573378-5438, ext. 223 for information. CPR/First Aid Class- By appointment only. Call 573-3785438, ext. 234 for information. Cribs & Car Seats- Call 573378-5438, ext. 234 for information. Ellis Fischel Mammogram Van- By appointment only, Saturday, Nov. 5. Call 573-378-5438, ext. 221 for information. Raw Food Potluck LuncheonNoon, Monday, Nov. 14. Call 573378-8882 for more information.
Nominations for members of the Morgan County University of Missouri Extension Council are being accepted through Friday, Dec. 2. To nominate someone, call the county extension center at 573378-5358. Nominees will be contacted to secure their consent to be on the January ballot. Nominees must be age 18 or older and reside in the district from which they are selected. Council members are elected or appointed to two-year terms. They may not serve more than two consecutive terms. The council works with MU Extension faculty to match local
residents’ interests and concerns to the university’s resources. The council’s legal basis and its partnership with the MU Extension make a wide variety of educational programs available to the community, focusing primarily on agriculture, home economics, business and industry, community development, youth development (4-H), and continuing education programs. For more information about the MU Extension, visit the Morgan/ Moniteau county extension office on the fourth floor of the Morgan County courthouse in Versailles, or call 573-378-5358.
Weather Report
Temperature Hi Lo Precip. Oct. 25 77 51 0.00 Oct. 26 70 57 0.00 Oct. 27 74 44 0.00 Oct. 28 82 55 0.00 Oct. 29 82 65 0.00
Oct. 30 69 49 0.00 Oct. 31 81 45 0.00 Highest temperature: 89 degrees, Oct. 17 Lowest temperature: 35 degrees, Oct. 21 Precipitation for month: 1.51 inches
Boy Scouts Troop 30 Versailles will be hosting the
2nd Annual Veterans day
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Please join us in honoring our veterans - past and present!
Saturday, Nov. 12 • 3:30 p.m. Morgan County Fairgrounds, Versailles Music • Guest Speakers • Flag Presentation • Honor Guard At 5:30 we will be releasing Sky Lanterns for each sponsored veteran. Join us or sponsor a veteran with a $10 donation to Boy Scouts Troop 30 and write your veteran’s name on a lantern which will be sent out with prayers and special thanks for their service and duty. Refreshments will be available for sale by Boy Scout Troop 30. For more information contact Beth Ross (573) 286-4364 or troop30versailles@yahoo.com.
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Lester E. Zimmerschied
Lester Elmer Zimmerschied, 69, of Mora, died Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016, at his home. was He born on Feb. 13, 1947, north of Cole Camp on the Schumacher farm, a son of Elmer John and Edna Ida (Schumacher) Zimmerschied. He attended Lake Creek and Holy Cross church schools and was baptized Feb. 23, 1947, and confirmed May 7, 1961, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church near Cole Camp. In 1965, he graduated from Cole Camp High School. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He married Pauline Marie Carnes Dec. 4, 1982, in Cole Camp. She survives of the home. He was a carpenter and worked for Karman Brothers Construction of Cole Camp in the 1970s and G. W. Meyer Farms near Mora in the 1980s. In the early 1990s, he started Zimmerschied Construction with his brother Eldon (Butch) Zimmerschied, building custom homes. He was a member of Brauersville Lutheran Church near Cole Camp and served on the church council. He enjoyed hunting and was a member of the Oak Hill Coon Club and the American Legion Post No. 305 of Cole Camp. He also was a volunteer for the Lake Creek Fire Department. He is survived by daughters Paula Meives and Adam of Cave Junction, Ore., and Tammy Engles of Tulsa, Okla.; sons David Mahnesmith, Jr., Will Mahnesmith and Angie of Galesburg, Ill., Larry Mahnesmith of Versailles, and Clay Mahnesmith of Macomb, Ill.; sisters Alice Jolliffe of Marshall, and Margaret Zimmerschied of Cole Camp; brothers Eldon “Butch” Zimmerschied and Linda, and Gary Zimmerschied and Bonnie, all of Stover; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Marvin and Milton Zimmerschied. Funeral services were Monday, Oct. 31, at Brauersville Lutheran Church in Cole Camp, with Parish Ministry Associate Gary Wahlers officiating. Burial was in Brauersville Lutheran Cemetery in Cole Camp, with military honors by the American Legion Post No. 305 of Cole Camp. Pallbearers were Larry Mahnesmith, Kurtis Mahnesmith, Jesse Jolliffe, Elmer Jolliffe, Jason Zimmerschied, John Zimmerschied, Brian Zimmerschied, Wyatt Zimmerschied, and Blake Zimmerschied. Memorial contributions were suggested to Brauersville Lutheran Church in care of the Fox Funeral Home in Cole Camp.
Carolyn Durkin
Carolyn Schenck Durkin, 78, of Osage Beach, died Monday, Oct. 31, 2016. She was born Oct. 4, 1938 in Red Oak, Iowa. She grew up on Stanton, Iowa and was Valedictorian at Stanton High School. She lived in Scottsdale, Ariz. before retiring at the Lake of the Ozarks. She enjoyed animals and was active in the WELCA Group Rummage Sale, and often modeled for the Kent Memorial Lutheran Church Fashion Show. She was a member of Kent Memorial Lutheran Church in Sunrise Beach, and Mamrelund Lutheran Church in Stanton, Iowa. She is survived by her husband Richard B. Durkin Sr.; five stepchildren; three grandchildren; brothers Bob and wife Tasha, and Tom and wife Susan; sisters Joanie and husband Dean, and Mary and husband Bruce; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services are scheduled 11 a.m., Thursday Nov. 3, at Kent Memorial Lutheran Church in Sunrise Beach. Services at Mamrelund Lutheran Church in Stanton, Iowa will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Kent Memorial Lutheran Church. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel in Laurie.
Obituaries Rita Wood
Rita Belle Wood, 91, of the Golden Beach community, died S a t u r d ay, Oct. 29, 2016, at the Good Shepherd Care Center in Versailles. She was born June 22, 1925, in Indianola, Iowa, a daughter of Percival Arthur and Hazel Marie Bishop Wade. She married Raymond O. Wood. He preceded her in death Aug. 19, 1991. She grew up in Indianola, Iowa, graduating from the local high school, and attended Simpson College for two years. She retired from Farmland Industries in Des Moines, Iowa, where she worked as a commercial artist. After retiring, the couple moved to the Lake of the Ozarks. She stayed busy volunteering as a paraprofessional with the School of Osage, working well into her 80s. She was member of the Lake Ozark Christian Church, serving as an elder, elder emeritus, office assistant, and church historian. At the time of her death, she was a member of the Golden Beach Community Church. She also was a member of the VFW auxiliary, active in posts in Iowa and Missouri. She is survived by daughters Donna Fuller “Bob” of Bagley, Iowa, and Beverly Thomas and husband Benny Thomas of Four Seasons; brother Wesley Wade of Golden Beach; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and sister Margaret Heinzerling. In keeping with her wishes, she was cremated. A celebration of life observance is scheduled 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7 at the Golden Beach Community Church, 26523 Golden Beach Road (Lake Road W-3), in Barnett, with Pastor Linn Lewis officiating. Burial will be in the IOOF Cemetery in Indianola, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Golden Beach Community Church. Arrangements are under direction of the Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Versailles.
Anna Belle Franklin
Anna Belle Franklin, 85 of Stover, died Friday, Oct. 28, 2016 at Golden Age Living Center in Stover. She was born Oct. 10, 1931, in Eldon, the daughter of Alvin Curtis Bunch and Maggie Opal Brewer. She married Sept. 13, 1952 at Rocky Mount Baptist Church, Eldon. She was a 1949 graduate of Eldon High School and attended Springfield Draughon’s Business College in Springfield She lived in Independence before retiring March 1986 from Sears, Roebuck and Company after 25 years, working with contract sales. She then moved to the family farm south of Stover. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Versailles, was in the “Living by Faith” Sunday school class, and served in the music department. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Elroy Franklin; sons Ronald Franklin and wife Melodee of Stover, Gary Franklin and wife Anita of Independence, Brett Franklin and wife Shirley of Springfield, Darryl Franklin and wife Lori of Millersberg, and Kent Franklin and wife Lavonna of Eldon; brother Roy Bunch and wife Audrey of Greenwood; four grandsons; five granddaughters; four great-granddaughters; and three great-grandsons. She was in preceded in death by her parents; brother and sister-in-law Floyd Bunch and wife Beverly; sister-in-law Betty Franklin; and daughter-in-law Kathy Franklin. Funeral services were Wednesday, Nov. 2, at First Assembly of God in Versailles, with Pastor Roy Bennett officiating. Interment was in Stover City Cemetery in Stover. Arrangements were under direction of Freeman Mortuary in Jefferson City.
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Sandra Feeback
Sandra Caridad Feeback, 58, of Gravois Mills, died Monday, Oct. 24, 2016 in her home. She was born Nov. 17, 1957 in Norfolk, Va., a daughter of William Clyde and Diana Perez (Asosta) Feeback. She spent the majority of her adult life in Charleston, S.C. She lived in various places before settling in Missouri. She enjoyed animals, sewing, crocheting, and working with her hands. She is survived by fiancé Doug Gremminger of the home; children Roxy Berges and husband Jan of Margate, Fla., Eric Sitarz and wife Mindy of Cadiz, Ky., and Timothy Sitarz of Stover; two grandchildren; sister Mary Spell and husband Ronnie of North Charleston, S. C.; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. A family celebration of life observance will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to a fund established to assist the family. Cremation arrangements were under direction of Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel in Laurie.
Charlotte Wenzel
Charlotte Rae Wenzel, 62, of Osage Beach, died Monday, Oct. 24, 2016 in her home. She was born Feb. 23, 1954 in St. Louis, a daughter of Charles Ray and Marian Jeanette (Brooks) Roney. She married Peter Winston Wenzel Oct. 28, 1995. She was raised in Arizona and lived various places before moving to the Lake of the Ozarks 18 years ago. She worked for Ozark Title and Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach. She enjoyed horses and riding. She was a member of the Quarter Horse Club in St. Charles. She also enjoyed fishing.
She is survived by daughter Jennifer Dunn and husband Gregory of Catawissa; two grandchildren; mother Jean Roney of Osage Beach; sister Dorothy Mauer of Maryland Heights; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband and father. A celebration of life observance was Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Bell Funeral Home in Pacific. Memorial contributions were suggested to Fisher House Foundation. Cremation arrangements were under direction of Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.
Mary Francis (Mays) Maxwell
Mary Francis Maxwell, 86, formerly of Versailles, died Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016 in St. Andrew’s Assisted Living in Bridgeton. She was born Jan. 6, 1930 in Pocahontas, Ark., a daughter of Melvin Lee and Tressella Elmira (Brown) Mays. She married Jesse Lee Maxwell in 1947. They were married more than 50 years. He preceded her in death March 1998. She is survived by sons Edward Maxwell and wife Eva E. of Centennial, Colo., and Jeffry Maxwell and wife Eva G. of Camdenton; sister Melva Cantley and husband Clyde of Lake St. Louis; six grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents and brothers Jarman Mays and Duel Mays. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4 at Hopewell Union Church in Hopewell. Funeral services are scheduled 2 p.m., Friday, Nov. 4, at Hopewell Union Church in Hopewell. Burial will follow in Hopewell Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to ACM International to support Tyler Maxwell who is a missionary in Kenya. Arrangements are under direction of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.
Thomas Ray ‘Tim’ Apgar
Thomas Ray “Tim” Apgar, age 67, of Versailles, passed away Saturday, October 29, 2016, at his home. He was born January 30, 1949, in Paris, Illinois, a son of the late Thomas and Bobbe (Markewitz) Apgar. On November 29, 1980, in Plano, Texas, he was united in marriage to his surviving wife, Sue Apgar. Tim was employed with the City of Independence as an electrician for 30 years until his retirement. He attended the Versailles United Methodist Church and was an active member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Tim enjoyed history, especially studying the War Between the States. He and Sue also enjoyed spending time researching genealogy. Some of his favorite hobbies were, traveling, reading, solving crossword puzzles and spending time working outdoors. In addition to his wife, Sue, he is survived by his sons, Joshua Thomas Cox of Des Moines, Iowa, and John Meredith Cox of Peoria, Illinois; his daughters, Elizabeth Ann Flanders of Springfield, Illinois, and Arminda “Mindy” Apgar of Kansas City, Missouri; seven grandchildren; a nephew, Lance Dodson of Raytown, Missouri; and many friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Jeff Apgar; and a sister Michelle Roberts. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, November 4th, at the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles. Graveside services and interment will follow at the Versailles Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., Friday, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Sons of Confederate Veterans, 5606 NE Antioch Road, Gladstone, Missouri 64119. Expressions of sympathy may be left online at www.kidwellgarber.com. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the KidwellGarber Funeral Home of Versailles. PAID OBITUARY
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Morgan County Sheriff’s Report
Friday, Oct. 21 to Thursday, Oct. 27
Animal Abuse/Neglect......... 1 Arrests................................. 12 Assault 2nd/3rd Degree........ 1 Illegal Drugs......................... 2 Inmates in Custody........... 205
Jennifer Becchina, Falcon Crest Road, Stover, on Friday, Oct. 21, called regarding an animal. Charles Hall, Ivy Bend Road, Stover, on Monday, Oct. 24, reported stealing. Donald Carico, Niagra Drive, Rocky Mount, on Tues-
Reports.................................13 Residential Burglaries........... 3 Stealing................................. 1 Total Bookings.................... 29 Total ICE Detainees.............. 9
day, Oct. 25, reported burglary. Michael Van De Pol, Broadview Heights, Gravois Mills, on Wednesday, Oct. 26, reported burglary in progress. Wayne Tatro, Seals Road, Versailles, on Thursday, Oct. 27, reported burglary.
Versailles Police Report
Saturday, Oct. 22 to Monday, Oct. 31 The Versailles Police Depart- at residence on South Walnut ment recently responded to the Street, parents not home. Located following: parents at house, checked okay. Saturday, Oct. 22- Call for Burglar alarm call at O’Reilly’s physical disturbance in front of Auto Parts, checked okay. vintage shop. Noise complaint Thursday, Oct. 27- Noise comon McNair Street. Report of plaint on Jefferson Street. Call male subject yelling for help at for verbal dispute on Jefferson Building C of Fountain Apart- Street. ments, fell and needed help up. Friday, Oct. 28- Call for medi Sunday, Oct. 23- Report of cal assistance on West Williamopen door on truck on DeKalb son Street. Call for verbal disStreet, attempted to contact pute on West Washington Street. owner, unable to make contact, Call for medical assistance at secured door. Walmart, transferred over to Tuesday, Oct. 25- Lockout on Mid-Mo Ambulance District. North Hunter Street. Call for Sunday, Oct. 30- Check wellmedical assistance, lift, on North being of dog on Clay Street, Monroe Street. checked okay. 911 hang-up at Wednesday, Oct. 26- Call for McDonald’s. medical assistance on South Monday, Oct. 31- Call for doBurke Street. Call for medical mestic dispute on Washington alarm on North Monroe Street. Street, citations issued. Report Report of juvenile being chased of assault at DeKalb and Maple and bike tire being cut on South Streets, one arrest. Call for doWalnut Street, handled by grand- mestic dispute on South Second parents. Report of two juveniles Street.
Birth
Owen Nehemiah Kauffman
Brandon and Haley Kauffman of Latham are the parents of a son born Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016 at Community Wellness Clinic in Barnett. The baby, Owen Nehemiah, weighed 9 pounds, 5 ounces and was 21-3/4 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Andrew and Carisa Barnard; and the late Candi Cecil. Paternal grandparents are Nicholas and Renee Kauffman. Maternal great-grandparents are Charles Young; Ernie and Diana Shepard; William and Debra Barnard; Donald and Julie Stout; and Drusilla Hines Jacobs. Paternal great-grandparents are Kevin and Barbara Thomas; Ken Kauffman; and Kevin and Juanita Legreid.
Alexis Nevaeh Zimmerman
Luke Jr. and Lorraine Zimmerman of Barnett are the parents of a daughter born Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016. The baby, Alexis Nevaeh, weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces and was 21 inches long. She has a brother, Lucas Ivan, 2. Maternal grandparents are James Ivan and Minerva Martin of Barnett. Paternal grandparents are Luke and Sue Zimmerman of Barnett. Maternal great-grandparents are Adin and Annie Kilmer of Versailles; Elva Martin of Barnett; and the late Ivan Martin.
Highway Patrol Report
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the following recent accidents this week. Heffkamp Ronald A. Heffkamp, 73, of Arnold, sustained moderate injuries in a collision with watercraft 11:10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 at the 5.5 mile mark on the Gravois arm of the Lake of the Ozarks in Morgan County. The crash occurred as a 2005 Triton bass boat driven by Lawrence Dennis, 71, of St. Louis struck the rear port side of the 1998 Viper bass boat, driven by Dennis R. Drier, 71, of Wildwood, also striking Heffkamp who was an occupant of the Viper. Heffkamp was not wearing a safety device. Heffkamp was transported by ambulance to Lake Regional
Health System in Osage Beach. McFarland Cole W. McFarland, 29, of Rocky Mount, sustained serious injuries in a collision with a fixed object 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 at the 3 mile mark on the Gravois arm of the Lake of the Ozarks in Morgan County. The crash occurred as the 2006 Ranger bass boat driven by McFarland sustained mechanical problems, causing the throttle to stick open. The Ranger then collided with a neighbor’s dock. McFarland was wearing a safety device. McFarland was transported by private conveyance to Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach, then later transferred to University Hospital in Columbia.
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by James B. Bartine and Myrtie May Bartine, dated August 18, 2011, and recorded on August 26, 2011, Document No. 201100004579 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Morgan County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on November 8, 2016, at 12:15 PM, at the Front Door of the Morgan County Courthouse, Versailles, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash: THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY-EIGHT (28), TOWNSHIP FORTY-THREE (43) NORTH, RANGE NINETEEN (19) WEST IN MORGAN COUNTY, MISSOURI., commonly known as 14910 Victoria Drive, Stover, MO, 65078 subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs. SouthLaw, P.C. f/k/a South & Associates, P.C., Successor Trustee First Publication: October 13, 2016. For more information, visit www. southlaw.com NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose Casefile No. 187163-797719. 10-13-16 to 11-03-16 --------------------------------------------NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default having been made in the payment of the note described in and secured by Deed of Trust executed by Monica Kay Butler, a single person, dated February 27, 2015 and recorded March 20, 2015 as Instrument #201500001167 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds for Morgan County, Missouri, and conveying to the Trustee, the following described real estate, situated in Morgan County, Missouri, to wit: A tract of land lying in the East half of the East half of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 35, Township 43 North, Range 19 West, in the City of Stover, Morgan County, Missouri, described by metes and bounds as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter; thence run South 0 degrees 07 minutes 37 seconds East along the East line of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter a distance of 413.24 feet (deed 426.0 feet) to the Northeast corner of the tract of land conveyed to Mary Ellen Douglas by the deed recorded in Deed Book 492 at Page 589 of the Morgan County Records; thence leaving said East line and run on a bearing of West along the North line of said Douglas tract a distance of 31.63 feet to an iron pin set in the West right of way line of Missouri State Highway Route N for the point of beginning of the tract of land herein and hereby conveyed; thence continue West a distance of 313.28 feet to an iron pin at the Northwest corner of said Douglas tract in the West line of said East half of the East half of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter; thence run North 0 degrees 07 minutes 37 seconds West along said West line of the East half of the East half of the Northwest Quarter of
Public Notices the Southeast Quarter a distance of 291.22 feet to a set iron pin; thence leaving said West line and run North 89 degrees 47 minutes 29 seconds East 311.19 feet to the West right of way line of Missouri State Highway Route N; thence South 0 degrees 32 minutes 15 seconds East along said West right of way line of Missouri State Highway Route N a distance of 292.26 feet to the point of beginning. PIN: 09-70-35-400-002-001-001 The property is located in Morgan County at 601 N Industrial Drive, Stover, Missouri 65078. Together with all rights, easements, appurtenances, royalties, mineral rights, oil and gas rights, all water and riparian rights, wells, ditches and water stock and all existing and future improvements, structures, fixtures, and replacements that may now, or at any time in the future, be part of the real estate described (all referred to as Property). This Security Instrument will remain in effect until the Secured Debts and all underlying agreements have been terminated in writing by Lender. Subject to all easements, restrictions, reservations, and conditions of record, if any, and to all existing roads and power lines whether of record or not. At the request of the legal holder of the note who has elected to declare the entire indebtedness due and payable, and in accordance with the provisions of the said Deed of Trust, the undersigned successor Trustee will proceed to sell the above-described real estate at the North front door of the Morgan County Courthouse, 100 East Newton, Versailles, Morgan County, Missouri, to the highest bidder for cash, at public auction, on Tuesday, the 15th day of November, 2016, at 1:00 P.M., or as soon as possible thereafter, to satisfy said note, together with the cost and expenses of executing this trust. Dated this 13th day of October, 2016. Andrew W. Renken, Successor Trustee NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. Section 1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 10-20-16 to 11-10-16 --------------------------------------------NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the terms of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Richard J. Heady, A Single Person, dated August 10, 2010 and recorded on August 19, 2010 as Document No. 201000003874 and modified by Partial Release of Deed of Trust recorded on October 3, 2016 as Document #201604900, Office of Recorder of Deeds, Morgan County, Missouri. The Successor Trustee will on November 18, 2016, between the hours of 9:00 o’clock A.M. and 5:00 P.M. more particularly at 12:30 PM, at the Morgan County Courthouse - sales, 100 East Newton St., North Front door, Versailles, MO 65084, sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash, the following real estate: All of lot 59 of block #1 of subdivision #2 of Ivy Bend, a subdivision of land in Morgan County, Missouri. 34602 Ivy Bend Road, Stover, MO 65078 For the purpose of satisfying said
indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust. S&W Foreclosure Corporation Successor Trustee Pub Commences October 27, 2016 S&K File No.16-028982 By: Shapiro & Kreisman, LLC www.shapiroandkreisman-mo.com Purported address:34602 Ivy Bend Road, Stover, MO 65078 10-27-16 to 11-17-16 --------------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MORGAN COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Estate Number: 16MG-PR00085 In the Matter of: ADDISON JAYLYN MAXON, Minor and WILLA HOOD and FLOYD SAPPINGTON, Petitioners vs. LUCAS MAXON, Natural Father Address Unknown
EMBER MANESS, Natural Mother Address Unknown, Respondents NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to Lucas Maxon, the Natural Father of Addison Jaylyn Maxon: The State of Missouri to Ember Maness, the Natural Mother of Addison Jaylyn Maxon: You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Morgan County, Missouri by petition, the object and general natural of which is to obtain appointment of a guardian for the above named minor child. The names of all parties to said action are stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorney for the Petitioners is Audara L. Lutjen, 608 E. Ohio Street, Clinton, Missouri 64735. You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days after the 27th day of October, 2016, Letters of Guardianship may be issued in favor of Petitioners. Witness my hand and seal of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Morgan County, Missouri, 25th day of October, 2016. /s/ Sue Ball Morgan County Probate Clerk 10-27-16 to 11-17-16 --------------------------------------------NOTICE OF PUBLIC TEST Notice is hereby given that a public test of electronic voting equipment will be conducted at the County Clerk’s office in the Morgan County Courthouse. The test will be conducted on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. 11-03-16 to 11-03-16 --------------------------------------------NOTICE OF ELECTION VERIFICATION The Verification Board for the November 8, 2016, General Election, will meet on Tuesday, November 15, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Clerk’s Office, Morgan County Courthouse. 11-03-16 to 11-03-16 --------------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MORGAN COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION THE HONORABLE KEVIN SCHEHR Judge In the Estate of GLADYS E. CLARK, Deceased ESTATE NO. 16MG-PR00088 NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTED To all persons interested in the Estate of Gladys E. Clark, Deceased: On October 31, 2016, the Last
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Will of decedent having been admitted to probate, David A. Yarger was appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Gladys E. Clark, deceased, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Morgan County, Missouri. The business address of the Personal Representative is 104 South Fisher Street, Versailles, MO 65084, and whose telephone number is (573) 378-5344. All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, R.S.Mo., or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, R.S.Mo., shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021 R.S.Mo. Date of decedent’s death was October 9, 2016. Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Morgan County, Missouri. **Date of first publication is November 3, 2016. /s/ Sue Ball Clerk of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Morgan County, Missouri 11-03-16 to 11-24-16 --------------------------------------------NOTICE OF TRUSTEEʼS SALE For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Michael Buckingham and Jennifer Nash, both single people, dated November 24, 2006, recorded on November 28, 2006 as Document No. 200600007929, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Morgan County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on Tuesday, November 29, 2016, at 02:00 PM at the North Front Door of the Morgan County Courthouse, 100 East Newton, in Versailles, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash: The North 50 feet of Lots 2 and 3, Block B, STOVERS ADDITION to the City of Versailles, in Morgan County, Missouri, to satisfy said debt and costs. Martin Leigh PC Successor Trustee Gregory D. Todd, Assistant Secretary (816) 221-1430 www.martinleigh.com (Buckingham, 6076.064, Publication Start: 11/03/2016 ) MARTIN LEIGH PC, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE, IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 11-03-16 to 11-24-16 --------------------------------------------
Teacher Sandy Papineau, left, works with T.J. Helsop in the sensory activity sandbox center Tuesday, Nov. 1 at Hurricane Deck Elementary School in Sunrise Beach. Papineau’s students do similar activities to work out early-morning energy. (photo by Janet Dabbs)
Alexys Goodsman tells about her Halloween experience during show-and-tell Tuesday, Nov. 1 at Lake Christian Academy in Sunrise Beach. She said she went to First Baptist Church and played in a Candy Land game, played musical cards, and got a lot of candy. (photo by Janet Dabbs)
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Missouri’s Youth/Adult Alliance (MYAA) Youth Ambassador Program sponsors and youth ambassadors from Versailles High School include, from left, Jim Gerke, Grant Knight of Knights of Columbus, Laurie; Frank Scarpino, ACT Missouri board member; Donna Chapman, CLEAR (Community Leaders Educating About Resistance) coalition; Hunter Deters, Youth Ambassador; Alicia Ozenberger, Deputy Director ACT Missouri; Hope Heimsoth, Youth Ambassador; Randy Shubert, president; Murray Clawson, Drug Awareness Chairman; and, not pictured, Joe Corzine, Past Exalted Rulers Association, all of Osage Community Elks Lodge 2705 in Laurie. (submitted photo)
Deters, Heimsoth selected as youth ambassadors
Versailles High School senior Hunter Deters and junior Hope Heimsoth were recently selected Youth Ambassadors for Missouri’s Youth/Adult Alliance (MYAA)’s Youth Ambassador Honey Scrivner celebrated her 90th birthday with a Program. gathering Sunday, Oct. 30 at Kidwell Home in Versailles. By becoming a Youth AmbasThe celebration was attended by many family members sador, each of the girls will gain the confidence to be an advocate and friends. (photo by Dorothy Anderson) in the field of substance abuse prevention. This includes grassroots advocacy through community mobilization and transformation, as well as advocating at the State Capitol with legislators. The goal is the students will leave the program feeling empowered to create change in their community. Youth Ambassadors play a role in the overall development and operation of MYAA’s statewide underage drinking prevention initiative. The alliances’s adult
Scrivner celebrates 90th
members work together with the Youth Ambassadors in planning and implementing prevention practices and programs, as well as yearly events, including Speak Hard, the annual statewide youth conference, and annual Prevention Day at the Capitol. Youth Ambassadors will be expected to serve in leadership roles within their community. They may be called upon to represent MYAA at conferences, media events, and other types of engagements throughout their term as a Youth Ambassador. The term will be through the end of the 2016-17 school year. Members of MYAA’s Youth Ambassador Program are “hardworking and well versed individuals who have demonstrated their commitment by reaching out to peers, friends, and younger students.”
Youth Ambassadors serve as role models for other students and agree to abstain from using drugs and alcohol. Deters and Heimsoth have already been involved at Versailles High School with prevention activities as members of CLEAR coalition, Tobacco Free Tigers, and Students Against Destructive Decisions. Deters is involved in volunteering for a number of community organizations such as Camp Wonderland, church activities, and coaching youth soccer. At school, she participates in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and Tobacco Free Tigers. Heimsoth is involved in many school organizations and sports, including volleyball, golf, manager of boys’ basketball and baseball, Fellowship for Chris-
tian Athletes, Beta Club, National Honor Society, German Club, Chamber Choir, CLEAR, Students Against Destructive Decisions, and Tobacco Free Tigers. Both girls said they hope to make a difference in the world and feel the work that they do is very satisfying. Through donations from local community groups, funding will cover all expenses for the Youth Ambassador’s work. Deters is being sponsored by Knights of Columbus, Shrine of St. Patrick Catholic Church, in Laurie. Heimsoth is being sponsored by Past Exalted Rulers Association of Osage Community Elks Lodge 2705 in Laurie. Both were nominated to serve in the program by Morgan County CLEAR (Community Leaders Educating About Resistance) coalition.
Mr. and Mrs. Keyes 1956
Mr. and Mrs. Scott 1959
Mr. and Mrs. Keyes today
Keyes celebrate 60th
Doyle R. and Willa Mae (Hayes) Keyes of Versailles, recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They were married Oct. 27, 1956, on Willa Mae’s birthday. The Keyes have three children, Sue Benaker, Donald Keyes, and
William Keyes. They have three grandchildren and five great- Mr. and Mrs. Scott today grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Keyes celebrated their 60th anniversary in Branson where they enjoyed the the Garry and Darlene Scott (Es- plants for 45 years. atrical version of Moses. linger) celebrated their 57th an- They have three children, niversary Oct. 22, 2016. Gary Scott Jr. and wife Julie They were married by Pastor of Jacobs Creek, Kan., John Charles Colas in the Parson- Scott and wife Sheri of Redfield, age of the Armourdale Baptist Kan., and Sheri Scott of Gravois Church in Kansas City, Kan. Mills. Mrs. Scott is the daughter of The couple have eight grandthe late Clyde Paris Eslinger and children and 18 great-grandchilGertrude (Eslinger) Myers. dren. Mr. Scott is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Scott celebrated Clarence Edward Scott and Mar- their anniversary by dining out. jorie (Scott) Morrissey. They are members of the Gra Mr. Scott retired from con- vois Mills Baptist Church. struction, after building power
Scotts celebrate 57th
Baking buddies
Braiden Edgar, left, and Aiyana Silvey work together Tuesday, Nov. 1 in a Family and Consumer Science microwave lab at Versailles Middle School. The class members were making “cake mix buddies.” (submitted photo)
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Scenes from Halloween in Versailles
Evan Coons, 8, left, and William Coons, 6, explore the inside of a Mid-Mo Ambulance District ambulance Monday, Oct. 31 in front of the city fire station in Versailles. Emergency responders were handing out Halloween candy.
Westyn Fields, 2, from left, and Landon Fields, 5, sons of Amanda and Lonnie Fields of Versailles, get ready to get some Halloween candy from Good Shepherd Care Center resident Larry Bauchmoyer during the Halloween safe house at the facility in Versailles.
Travis Troyer, middle school principal, was “slimed” Saturday, Oct. 29 during the Trunk or Treat event at the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Versailles. The theme of the event was Ghostbusters.
Kaylee Sue Weaver, 11 months, appears to have a pint-sized senior moment as she uses a miniature walker Saturday, Oct. 29 during the Trunk or Treat event at the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Versailles. She is the daughter of Jodi and Jonathan Booth decorations at the Morgan County Health Center’s Trunk or Treat event Saturday, Oct. 29 in the livestock barn at the Morgan County Weaver of Stover and was Fairgrounds in Versailles were recognized. First place, from left, was Staci Patterson and Barbara Valentine with Avon. Second place was dressed as an old lady for Tonja Ferguson and Jessica Ryan with Burrell. Third place was Hailey and Brandon Sampson and Devon Pryor with Ozark Gun and Pawn. Halloween.
Damon Schnirch, 2, gets some Halloween candy from Good Shepherd Care Center resident Oma Naylor as his mother Shannon Schnirch helps hold the bag dur- Approximately 1,000 people participated in the 8th annual Trunk or Treat event at the fairgrounds in Versailles. ing the annual Halloween safe house at the facility in Businesses and organizations sponsored booths and gave out treats. Approximately 200 people also participated in a Scared Silly fun run. The theme of this year’s event was Ghostbusters. Versailles.
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Landon L. (Cap) Chapman, Pastor 573-372-2268
St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church
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Father John Schmitz Assistant Father Henry Ussher
Chad Courter, Pastor
Hwy. 5, 1 mile south of signal light • Versailles
Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday - 7 p.m.
www.tsbcov.com “Trinity Cares For You” 13537 Church Road - Versailles
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Services 10:45 a.m. & 7 p.m.
Versailles Church of Christ
605 Alumn Springs Rd. - Versailles (American Legion Building)
Lakeside Community Church
573-378-5225
“The Lighthouse on the Hill” Sunday School 9:30 a.m. • Worship 10:30 a.m. Bible Study Sunday 6 p.m. • Wednesday 7 p.m. Youth Sunday 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Dinner Served
Sun. School - 9:30 a.m. • Morn. Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sun. Night - 6 p.m. Wed. Kidz & Teens - 6:45 p.m. • Adults - 7 p.m.
First Assembly of God Church
Rudy Beard, Pastor
573-378-4693
26441 Hwy. 5, Gravois Mills, MO
“It’s more than just a church. It’s family.” Corner of Second & Jones - Versailles 573-378-4484
573-378-5301 or 573-378-5751
Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship-10:45 a.m. Bible Study 6 p.m.
First Baptist Church of Gravois Mills
Pentecostal Church of God
www.versaillespresbyterian.org
Hicks & Hunter - Versailles
Sunday Awanas - 5:30-7 p.m.
The Family Worship Center
573-378-5958
573-569-0521
Hopewell Union Church
Hwy. C Between Versailles & High Point Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship - 11:00 a.m.
Kenneth G. Cook, Pastor
First Christian Church
573-378-4798
United Methodist
Glensted Versailles Sunday Worship “Worship in the Country” 10 minutes from Versailles 8:00 & 10:45 Discipleship Hour: 9:30 every Sunday at 9:30 Hwy. 52 West to D Handicapped Accessible 210 N. Monroe North on D to Z corner of Z & Glensted Rd. 378-4042
Lora Cunningham, Pastor www.versaillesumc.com
1000 N. Monroe - Versailles
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Night Jr. & Sr. High Youth Groups 6 p.m. www.welcome2fccv.org
901 Kidwell Drive - Versailles
John Wagner, Senior Minister Adam Schetzler, Associate Minister
Your Good Health Is Our Only Business
573-378-5515
573-378-4661
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It was the comment, not the costume They came as cowboys, superheroes, zombies, Minions, rock stars, ghosts (and ghost busters), space explorers, insects, princesses, dogs, bears, robots, Star Wars characters, rag dolls, fairies, zombies, skeletons, movie stars, skunks, ladybugs, cats, and even a handful of “Dorothys” from the Wizard of Oz. There were hundreds of them, appearing as if out of nowhere at the Morgan County Health Center’s Trunk or Treat event this past Saturday at the Versailles city park and expecting candy. They got it, alright, loads of it. I, naturally, came to the event dressed as a period paperboy, complete with a sandwich board advertising, “EXTRA! Have you met your DEADline?” It was fun and great exposure for the newspaper and it was certainly in the spirit of Halloween for an old newspaperman like me. I barked “Read all about it!” and handed out special editions
of The Scary Statesman, our annual Halloween newspaper containing hilarious “news” stories, fun “advice” columns, coloring activities, and other fun stuff for kids. Michael Benson, our newest sales guy, graciously showed up to help pass out several pounds of candy. As I mentioned, the costumes were creative, fun, sometimes creepy, but none of them impressed me as much as the simple delighted words I heard uttered by a little girl. As I handed her very own copy of The Scary Statesman and said, “Here’s a special Halloween newspaper for you,” the little girl just lit up with enthusiasm and squealed with unfeigned glee, “Yaaaay! I loooove newspapers!” Well, needless to say, that little girl in her innocent and genuine way, made my night. I responded with a smile and a hearty, “Well, as a matter of fact, I love newspapers, too!”
All that love got me thinking. Sometimes it’s easy to lose the passion for something when it seems more like work than a calling. The deadline pressure, the routine, the public expectation, the long hours, can have a negative effect, sometimes suppressing the fire’s fervor. It’s good to be reminded, from time to time, WHY we do what we do. For most of us, it’s more than just a paycheck, it’s a part of what defines us as individuals. For me, it was good to hear a young mind so enthused about newspapers. I didn’t have the chance to ask her the reasons for her affinity for the printed word, but I hope she carries that passion with her in whatever she does. No matter who we are in life, from a cowboy to a princess, from an astronaut to a paperboy, if we have passion and purpose, that will persevere. “Yaaay!”
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November 2, 1916 “There is a rank due to the United States which will be withheld, if not absolutely lost, but the reputation of weakness.” This remark may be construed as a vicious attack upon President Wilson, and his friends may keenly resent it. President Wilson has often suggested that criticism of this kind is unpatriotic. The man who uttered this remark would be set down today as opposed to President Wilson. But the man is not living now. His name was George Washington. October 29, 1936 The following article was written by a Versailles High School boy: For the past few months, I have not taken a definite stand on politics. The main reason is that no party is perfect, and I have become disgusted at all the political gossip. This year we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty. If conditions keep on as they have been the last four years, the statue will become a mockery of the very
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Tim Burton, stage 4 cancer ravaging his body, prayed for months that he’d live long enough to attend Franklin Graham’s May 17 Decision America Tour event in Jefferson City, Mo. Neither steady rain nor windy, cool conditions was going to keep him from making the onehour trip to the Missouri State Capitol grounds from his home in Versailles. “There was no decision to be made not to go to that thing,” he said. Tim, 67, grew up attending Billy Graham Crusades and had long admired Franklin’s strong stances for God’s truth. Wearing a yellow, hooded poncho, Tim sat in a wheelchair in the center of the first row - right in front of Franklin. His wife, Darnell, was by his side, holding a red and white umbrella. To Tim’s amazement, he heard Franklin echo almost the precise words he’d been speaking: “I have no hope in the Democratic Party. ... I have no hope in the Republican Party. ... The only hope for this country is Almighty God.” Tim hasn’t given up on Ameryou know why I said that. I would influence churches to ica, and he doesn’t believe God change the annoying practice of meet-and-greet time. (Remember, this is whimsical humor.) Meet-and-greet is when they stop the song service about 10 minutes after beginning, then make you walk around, slapping a few people on the back, shaking hands and saying hello to the same people you just greeted a few minutes prior, when entering. All you introverts out there can thank me later. Bolstered by success, I would then be on a roll. I would tackle deeper issues—like clothes that shrink after Thanksgiving, shoes that kids outgrow too quickly (why not make adjustable ones?), invent ejection buttons for people who hold up traffic while texting at red lights. Perhaps I should stop before getting heady with success. See you in the lobby.
Across My Kitchen Table by
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Lobbying Bucket List We hear a lot of political terms these days. Take lobbyist, for instance. A lobbyist, of course, is someone who influences public officials toward a desired action. Please bear with a little tonguein-cheek humor, as I describe causes I would promote if I became a lobbyist. First, I would persuade officials to make a law that all public restrooms must have doors that open out instead of in. Isn’t it frustrating when you enter a restroom and encounter automatic sinks, automatic soap dispensers, automatic dryers---so you don’t have to touch anything-and then at the door, you have to grasp the germy handle and pull toward you, like the many other people who chose not to wash their hands? Yes, restroom doors probably would be first on my list. Then, I would persuade lawmakers to alter the bags inside
cereal boxes. Did you ever try to tear open one of those bags like we used to do in the good old days, when they were made of waxed paper--and discover you needed scissors to get the crazy things open? Then you had to get up from the table and find the scissors? Next, I would lobby for manufacturers to make knitted gloves that didn’t get holes in the finger tips. About mid-winter they magically rip open, just when you are scraping ice off the windshield of your car. After that important cause was tackled, I would lobby for socks that stay up. Following these life-altering issues, I would take on cell phone texting. If anyone got caught texting while driving, I would influence lawmakers to require them to view 100 hours of fatal auto crash clean-ups videos. If ever you have been almost creamed by a distracted driver,
kind of gal. I taught high school and that worked out okay for me, but I don’t call myself a “kid” person. Wednesday was different, I caught myself smiling while the kids were here. Those of you who know me know that me smiling is a rare event. They were so excited and full of energy. I loved watching them figure out things and interacting with each other. Day 3 - Thursday, I attended a meeting at the Morgan County R-II school in Versailles. There were representatives from PAT (Parents as Teachers), Special Services, the health center and high school counselors. We met to discuss ways we could form partnerships to better our community with emphasis on school -age children. The library and health center people started the meeting discussing what we would like to provide. The school representatives discussed areas they needed help with, and then the real meeting started. Everyone started sounding ideas off each other. It was really a positive experience and makes my heart feel good to know these people are there for the youth of our community. Day 4 – Friday, 5 a.m., My running group always lifts me up. We all share this crazy thing called running and we honestly feel like a weird little family. A few of the group will be running a marathon in a couple of weeks. I was originally going to join them, but decided my mind could not handle running more than two and a half hours. I have
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has either. “So many people are down on this country; they think we’re done for,” he said. “I don’t feel that way. ... The Lord has the power, and He loves this country also. Through His love and grace, we know He has a plan.” It wasn’t easy for Tim to talk or swallow, much less travel. Cancer that began 2-1/2 years earlier in his throat and neck had spread to his bones and blood system. His right arm was swollen to almost twice its normal size. His shoulder was covered with sores. No amount of medicine was enough to alleviate the pain he experienced 24/7. Despite his circumstances, Tim encouraged and inspired family and friends with an evergrowing passion for Jesus. “I wasn’t expected to make it this far, but God has actually made it an exciting journey,” Tim said. “People are shocked when I tell them this, but having this cancer is probably the best thing that has ever happened to me. It has given me the ability and the opportunity to spend time in close contact with God. I’ve been a Christian since I was 12 years old, but I never knew
votional. The club voted to continue to sponsor the Girl Scouts in Versailles. They also voted to hold monthly luncheon meetings noon the third Thursday. They also decided to hold a tree-planting project in the spring, in cooperation with the Girl Scouts. Mrs. Gene Bartram gave a history of the Women’s Civic Club, which was organized in 1921 with Mrs. Mary Lawrence, president. October 31, 1996 Approximately 50 members of the Excelsior community attended as Versailles Rural Fire Protection District and Moreau Fire Protection District dedicated their new joint fire station near Excelsior Saturday. Dennis Routen, chief of the Moreau department, shared a brief history of the station before he and Bill Jones, chief of the Versailles rural department, presented certificates of appreciation to the station captain, Rodney Schad, and station lieutenant, Earl Zimmerman.
Him in the way I do now.” Back when his treatments were first starting, when the tubes down his throat and needles in his arms were almost overwhelming, Tim said God clearly spoke to him, saying: I am with you. A new intimacy with the Lord was birthed in that moment and has grown ever since. The Apostle Paul wrote in Phillipians 3 that even the best things in his life were as rubbish compared to the greatness of knowing Christ. Now, Tim says the agony of having a terrible disease does not compare with the benefit of getting to know his Lord more deeply. “He means everything to me,” Tim said. “I have zero fear of dying, and I’m ready to go anytime He wants me to, but I also hope that His plan for me to still be around and watch what I know is going to be a revival in this country that’s coming up real soon.” Taken from Decision magazine, July-August 2016; ©2016 Billy Graham Evangelistic Association; used by permission, all rights reserved.
Word on the Street by Janet Dabbs What do you think about legislators who hide unrelated language in an amendment?
Library Bookworm
by Stacey Embry, Director, Morgan County Library Never eat lunch in the teacher’s lounge. All teachers are told this early on in their career. Why are we told this? Well, it is pretty simple. Sometimes the “meeting” area for employees, teacher or other, can be a place of complaints and “venting.” Don’t get me wrong, we all need to vent, but sometimes the vents become the norm and very little positive talk happens. Our mentors can see the fresh positive attitude at the beginning of our career and they don’t want it to dim. “People inspire you, or they drain you – pick them wisely.” - Hans F. Hansen This last week has been inspiring for me. Day 1 - Monday, I attended an informational meeting at the Morgan County R-I school in Stover. They are planning to apply for the 21st Century Grant. Their goal is to extend services and experiences to the community of Stover. They invited various groups from the community. As the meeting progressed, individuals threw out ideas that would enrich the lives of the youth of their district: growing a garden, basic automotive skills, quilting, camping, cooking. People have so many areas of interest that can be shared with others. Honestly, sharing knowledge is the very basis of teaching. Day 2 - Wednesday, we had our first youth volunteers visit the library. I will admit I left teaching because I was burned out. I am not a cuddle and hug
thing it is supposed to symbolize, and we will be captive under the chain of debt. November 2, 1956 Bill Hess, one of the first on the hunting grounds Tuesday morning, was back in town by 10 a.m. with his kill, a three-point buck of nice proportions. He wanted his wife, Thelma, to take the day off and dress the animal, but, in a nice but firm way, she refused to officiate. But, be that as it may, the Hess’ will have venison on their table soon. More than 300 persons attended a dinner meeting of the Sanitary Milk Producers, District 10, in the city hall here Monday night of this week, according to D. J. Spurlock, fieldman for Sanitary in District 10. October 28, 1976 Twenty-four members of the Women’s Civic Club were present for the dinner meeting at Pioneer Restaurant Tuesday night, Oct. 19 in observance of the club’s 55th anniversary. Mrs. Elston Hines gave the table de-
decided to run the half the marathon with them, so I will be with them for the first 10 miles and I head back to the finish line for the remaining 3.1 miles. I want to be with them for this event they have worked so hard for. The training can be a beast, but the accomplishment can be so rewarding. I want to see them at that finish line! This week has been inspiring because of the people I have been with. We are who we spend the most time with. “Surround yourself with people that reflect who you want to be and how you want to feel, energies are contagious.” – Rachel Wolchin Instead of complaining about our world, do something. I have lived in this community all of my life. It has changed. Things are harder, people struggle more. I could stand around and “vent” about why are kids aren’t like we were, or I could do something. I can get on Facebook and fill the feed with negativity or I could do something. Stay out of the “lounge.” Do something. Surround yourself with positive energy. You will find out that the funny thing about doing something for others is everyone reaps the rewards. For more information, visit the Morgan County Library, 600 N. Hunter, in Versailles, call 573378-5319; or see the library’s website at morgancountylibrary. org. Library hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday.
Legislators should be honest. The amendment may stop some smoking, but it will kill babies. Peyton Euler, Sunrise Beach
It should be out in the open, nothing hidden. Chelsea Dixon, Sunrise Beach
It’s another way to grab our money. I mistrust all politicians. Shannon Stolte, Laurie
It’s wrong. People should educate themselves to know how to vote. Val Ites, Gravois Millse
People should read the full amendment carefully before voting. There are a lot of amendments with hidden language like that. Janet Ornduff, Laurie
It is wrong. There should be one issue in each amendment. Otherwise you have to pass something to get what you want, but then you also get what you don’t want. Mike Boch, Sunrise Beach
VOTE November 8th
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Some Halloween Scenes
Tucker Renken, right, dressed as a firefighter, receives candy from Sunrise Beach Fire Protection District firefighters, from left, Lelch Stetson, Tommy Jones, and Captain Kenny Wieberg Monday, Oct. 31 at the Kent Memorial Lutheran Church Trunk-orTreat in Sunrise Beach. (photo by Janet Dabbs)
Lyla Brookshire, far left, and Lincoln Brookshire, far right, receive candy from Lois Neon Glow Dancers, from left, Kaylie and Gracie Sutton and Tiana and Brenna EnDoyle, from left, Linda Frohling, Ann Church, and Laurie Care Center Administrator riquez beg candy at the Kent Memorial Lutheran Church Trunk-or-Treat on HallowMike Cox Monday, Oct. 31 at the center’s safe house candy giveaway. een Monday, Oct. 31 in Sunrise Beach. (photo by Janet Dabbs) (photo by Janet Dabbs)
The “De Nile Sisters from Monster High” Amanda Trusty, Sheree and Jesse Thibodeau wear Dia de Los Muertos left, and Rebekka Mauldin “walk like an Egyptian” Mon- (Day of the Dead) makeup Monday, Oct. 31 at the Ozark day, Oct. 31 at the Ozark United Methodist Church Trunk United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat in Laurie. (photo by Janet Dabbs) or Treat in Laurie. (photo by Janet Dabbs)
Warrior woman Hunter Deters and assassin Steven Landon battle it out Monday, Oct. 31 at the Kent Memorial Lutheran Church Trunk-or-Treat Sunrise Beach. (photo by Janet Dabbs)
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For more information, call 573of every month at the Gravois G-3 follows lunch. Fire Station. Persons who want to For more information call 573- 378-4700 or 573-378-7954. join the group may talk to their 374-1331. The Morgan County Histori- neighborhood patroller or call Gravois Mills cal Society meets at 4 p.m. the 573-374-8390. Draggin’ Threads Alcoholics first Monday of every month at the Morgan County Historical Quilters Hurricane Deck Anonymous Museum, 120 N. Monroe St. The Draggin’ Threads Quilters Lions For more information, call 573meet from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gravois Mills Alcoholics Anon The Hurricane Deck Lions Club the upper level of the Bank of Ver- ymous meets at 25720 Hwy. 5 in 378-5530. meets the second and fourth Tues- sailles in Laurie on Wednesdays. Gravois Mills, at the corner of day at the Hurricane Deck Lions Anyone interested may at- Highway 5 and Troutdale, bottom Sunrise Beach of the hill. Club Den located on Lake Road tend. Little Theatre 5-29. Social hour is 5:30 p.m. to For more information call Sue Open 7 p.m. Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Thursdays and 6 p.m. Saturdays. Members of the Sunrise Beach 6:30 p.m., followed by a dinner Purdon, 573-372-6418. For more information call Paula Little Theatre Group meet at 7 p.m. and meeting. E. 573-539-5246. the first Monday of each month For additional information, call Alcoholics at the Sunrise Beach Community 573-374-4211. Building. They do not meet in July Anonymous TOPS and December. TOPS (Take Off Pounds SenKnights of Alcoholics Anonymous meet Anyone interested may attend. ings are 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily at sibly) meets every Wednesday at Columbus Refreshments are served followThe Bank of Versailles, the bank The Knights of Columbus Sunrise Serenity Group, 15465 N. is located at the junction of Route ing the business meeting. Highway 5 in Sunrise Beach. Days For more information, call Vee Council #10381 Mary Mother of O and Highway 5 in Laurie. Jay Groce, publicity, at 573-374- the Church in Laurie meets the and times are subject to change. Weigh in is from 9 a.m. to 9:45 For additional information on second Tuesday of each month at 7 0374. a.m., and the meeting begins at 10 p.m. at the Shrine of St. Patrick. Al-Anon in Sunrise Beach, call a.m. 573-207-8388. For more information, call the Laurie 5-O Alcoholics Anonymous also For more information call Franshrine at 573-374-7855. meets 7 p.m. daily at New Begin- cis Leuck 573-374-1343 or Judy Crime Watch nings, 8297 S. State Highway 5 in Smith 573-374-8503. The Laurie 5-O Crime Watch Versailles Greenview. For more information Board Patrols meet at 9:30 a.m. call 573-692-2231. Masonic Lodge the first Thursday of each month V.F.W. Post 5178 Versailles Masonic Lodge #320 at Laurie City Hall. Morgan County/ For additional information, call holds its regular meetings at 7 p.m. Rolling Hills Bob O’Bryan at 573-374-5705. on the second and fourth Monday Gravois Mills and Country Club of each month. Ladies Auxiliary The Masons hold Bingo at 2 Ladies Shawnee Bend p.m. the second Tuesday of each The Rolling Hills Country V.F.W. Post 5178 Morgan month at the Kidwell Home. Crime Watch Club Ladies play every Tuesday. County/Gravois Mills meets the The Shawnee Bend Crime The Masonic Lodge is located The 18-hole group starts at 8:30 first Monday of each month, with a Watch Board of Directors and at 308 N. Walnut, Versailles. For a.m. and the nine-hole group at 9 meal at 5:45 p.m., meeting at 6:30 Patrollers meet at 7 p.m. the first more information, call 573-372- a.m. p.m. The Auxiliary also meets at Monday of each month at the 5790. In addition to golf, a luncheon the same time. Sunrise Beach Fire Station #2 on is also held the second Tuesday A dance is every Saturday night Route TT off Route F and Highwith music by “Hambo Lathem.� of each month. P Road way 5. For additional information, Meal begins 5:30 p.m., dance 7 to Crime Watch contact the Pro-Shop at 573-378- 9:30 p.m. The P Road Crime Watch meets 5109. Texas Hold’em is first Friday P Road at 7 p.m. the first Monday of the each month. Sign-in is 4 p.m. with month at Community Chapel Crime Watch $20 buy-in and 50/50 payout. Al-Anon The P Road Crime Watch Church hall on Route P. The A breakfast is served 7 to 11 meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday potluck supper begins at 6:30 Al-Anon meetings are 10 a.m. a.m. the second Saturday of the of the month at the Community p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. For more Tuesday, Friday and Saturday at month. It is open to the public. Chapel Church hall on Route P. information, call Jim Yahanke at Betterview AFG, Serenity Hall, A service officer is on call to 15465 N. Highway 5 in Sunrise assist any military person and The potluck supper begins at 6:30 573-372-6765. Beach. p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. For more family with their needs. For more For additional information on information, call 573-207-0147. information, call President Yahnke Versailles Lions Al-Anon in Sunrise Beach, call The post is located on Troutdale at 573-372-6765. The Versailles Lions Club meets at noon, every Tuesday at Pioneer 573-286-7466 or 573-569-0906. Road in Gravois Mills. Gravois Arm Lions Restaurant in Versailles. Addiction Free The Gravois Arm Lions Club Common Ground meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and Zack Wheat in Christ Narcotics third Thursday of every month Addiction Free in Christ meetPost 624 at the den on Highway 5 south in Anonymous ings are held every Wednesday The American Legion Zack Gravois Mills. at New Revival Center, 106 S. For additional information, Wheat Post 624 Legion and Hunter in Versailles. Snacks and The Common Ground group of Narcotics Anonymous meets Auxiliary in Sunrise Beach meet call Madonna Louke at 573-372the first Tuesday of each month at refreshments are at 6:30 p.m. with 7 p.m. every Friday at 25720 6366. the meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. Highway 5, in Gravois Mills, 7:30 p.m. The 40/8 and La Femmes meet Anyone wishing to conquer across from M.J.’s Mini Mart. Millstone Wheelers the third Tuesday of each month addictions may attend. For more information call Tim The Millstone Wheelers square at 7:30 p.m. D., 573-789-3779. dances are held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Dinner is served every Wednesthe first and third Sundays of the day and Friday night starting at 5 month, excluding holidays at the p.m. Laurie Bank, Laurie. Pre-rounds begin at 6 p.m. There are guest Laurie-Sunrise callers with Barb Skorupan as cuer. Snacks are served. For more Beach Rotary Club information call 573-346-5414. The Laurie-Sunrise Beach You Piece It–We Quilt It Rotary Club meets at noon every Over 70 years of beautiful, machine quilting 135-3 Crime Watch Thursday at the Sunrise Cantina, experience just waiting for your quilt tops. The 135-3 Crime Watch meets 264 Sunset Hills Dr., in Sunrise at 6 p.m. the second Tuesday night Beach. The meeting immediately
Morgan County Historical Society
Jacob Roll, from left, and his father John Roll wait outside Jacob’s classroom Thursday, Oct. 27 to participate in their parent-teacher conference at Versailles Elementary School. (photo by Bryan E. Jones)
Revival at Calvary Nov. 4-6 Revival services featuring Jeff Maxwell as evangelist are scheduled 6:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Nov. 4, 5, and 6 at Calvary Baptist Church in Versailles.
There will be an ice cream fellowship Friday night after services and a sandwich supper Saturday night before services. A Thanksgiving dinner will be Sunday morning after services.
A gospel sing is scheduled 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 5, at Lakeside Community Church in Gravois Mills. Refreshments will be
served. All players and singers are welcome. The event is free and open to the public.
Boy Scouts Troop 30 of Versailles is hosting its second annual Veterans Day Tribute beginning 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Versailles. The event will include music, guest speakers, a flag presentation, and an honor guard. Sky lanterns are scheduled to be released 5:30 p.m. for each veteran sponsored by friends and family. Veterans past or present can
be sponsored with a $10 donation to Boy Scouts Troop 30. The veteran’s name can be written on the sky lantern which will be sent out with prayers and a special thanks for their service and duty. Refreshments will be available for sale by Boy Scout Troop 30. For more information, contact Beth Ross at 573-286-4364 or send email to troop30versailles@yahoo.com.
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Boy Scouts to host Veterans Day Tribute
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Reap garden rewards Simplify fall leaf cleanup even in the autumn
Gardening is a rewarding hobby that can help people relax and produce an enviable landscape. Many gardeners even find their meals are more fresh and flavorful when using items they grew themselves. While many gardeners do the bulk of their gardening in the spring and summer, certain plants thrive in cooler temperatures. That group includes autumn vegetables that are ripe for the picking when leaves begin falling. Fall gardens provide a reason to enjoy the oft-enjoyable autumn air. So many different vegetables come to life in the autumn, and they can make wonderful additions to the dinner table. Broccoli, kale, collards, spinach, squashes, artichokes, and beets are just some of the many autumn planting options you can try. Celery also is best in the fall, and its harvest continues through winter in temperate climates. By replacing crops that have been harvested through the spring and summer with fallfriendly alternatives, you can keep your garden productive for most of the year. Begin the process by counting back 12 to 14 weeks from the expected first frost date for where you live. Begin seeds for your autumn plantings indoors, because summer heat and dryness are not the best conditions to nurture young seedlings. Enrich the soil with compost so that you can replenish the nutrients lost from the last crop harvested. Each region is different, so learn about when to put plants in the ground for your region.
Many plants still need the sun and warmth of late summer to thrive and produce well into the fall. If you are unsure, consult with a local garden center, where you can learn about various aspects of autumn gardening. Onions, shallots and garlic are best planted mid-fall after the soil has cooled. Gradually introduce seedlings to more sunlight and outdoor temperatures before they go in the ground, as they need time to adjust to the unfiltered sun. Be sure to thoroughly water the garden. Newly planted beds should be kept moist to germinate and so established plants can take root. In addition, con-
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sider a shade covering so that the soil doesn’t dry out or get baked in the sun. Mulch also can help retain moisture and keep the conditions ideal for your autumn vegetables to grow. Remember that moisture and cooler temperatures can attract garden pests, so you may need to employ some strategies to keep them under control. For example, insect barriers and all-natural baited traps can keep slugs and snails from munching on your autumn plants. Fall vegetable gardens can be worthy endeavors, yielding plenty of crops and providing the fun and fulfillment of gardening into the fall.
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Apple pie, pumpkins and blooming chrysanthemums are symbols of autumn. But nothing signals the arrival of fall more than the millions of leaves that begin to cascade from the trees as the temperatures dip. Many people feel nothing is more beautiful than the yellow, red, purple, and orange leaves that coat neighborhoods and countrysides each fall. In spite of their beauty, leaves might be a nuisance to homeowners tasked with removing the growing piles of them from their lawns. Those with large oak and maple trees in front of their homes understand the seemingly endless work of leaf removal. As the days begin to grow shorter and colder, these changes trigger a hormone release in trees, prompting them to drop their leaves. This chemical message causes the formation of abscission cells where the leaf stem meets the branch, say botanists at the Missouri Botanical Garden. So rather than merely dropping off of trees when the wind blows, the leaves actually fall off deliberately. Left untouched, fallen leaves can contribute to lawn problems such as poor aeration, mold growth and moisture issues. Leaves also can cause staining on driveways and walkways. Prompt removal can help prevent any problems. To make faster and easier work of leaf removal, keep these tips in mind. • Mow over thin leaf coverage. If only a few leaves have fallen, use a mulching mower to shred the leaves until they are small enough that they won’t suffocate the lawn. The small
pieces will decompose in the lawn, reintroducing nutrients as a result. • Use an ergonomic leaf rake. Ergonomic rakes can prevent back and arm pain, much in the way that ergonomic shovels do when shoveling snow. • Invest in a quality leaf blower. Using a rake is good exercise, but homeowners with large properties might want to use a leaf blower. These machines can dislodge leaves from bushes and hard-to-reach crevices, and they work faster than rakes. • Use a tarp. Rake or blow leaves onto a tarp and then drag the tarp to the curbside or to the back of a truck for proper disposal. Special leaf scoopers enable you to grab more leaves if they need to be picked up and transported. Otherwise, you can
use the covers from two garbage pails to achieve a similar effect. • Work with the wind. Rake in the direction the wind is blowing and downhill if your property slopes. This way it will be easier on you, and you won’t be working against Mother Nature. • Spread out the job. Do not attempt to remove all fallen leaves in a single day. Schedule a few cleaning days during the season to make lighter work of the job than if you tried to do it all at once. Keep in mind that leaves will continue to fall throughout the season and you may need to spend a few days removing leaves from your yard. Removing leaves is a large part of fall home maintenance. Employ these tips to make this task less strenuous.
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5 tips to make an older home more efficient
While new homes are being built to be more energy efficient than ever before, thanks to a growing green building movement and increasingly strict building codes, the age of existing dwellings continues to present challenges. More than 40 percent of the housing stock in the United States was built before 1969 and simply wouldn’t stand up to today’s standards. Yet, much can be done to reduce energy use and increase efficiency. Improving a home’s energy efficiency can help save money, keep people more comfortable, reduce pollution, and prevent global warming. Try these five simple measures to maximize home energy efficiency: 1. Seal cracks and gaps around windows, doors, and vents. These can be a considerable source of energy loss, allowing conditioned air to escape and unconditioned air to infiltrate the home, placing stress on the furnace and air conditioner in the process. An easy DIY solution is to caulk around windows, doors, and vents, and install or replace worn weatherstripping. An average home loses up to 30 percent of its energy through air leaks, so sealing your home is a worthwhile exercise. 2. Top up or replace old insulation in the attic. A poorly insulated attic is a primary source of energy loss. Also, over time,
some types of insulation can settle and compact, allowing heat to escape through gaps. Experts recommend installing a dimensionally stable batt insulation like Comfortbatt. Aim for an rvalue of at least R-50, or a depth of roughly 16 inches. 3. Insulate basement headers. Uninsulated basement headers are common, especially in older homes. They can act as a gateway for heated air to escape. Fixing the problem is fast and easy. Simply cut stone wool insulation to fit the cavity and compress into place. Doing this throughout the basement will prevent heat loss and can potentially save hundreds of dollars each year. 4. Switch to LED light bulbs. Some LED light bulbs have a lifespan of up to 10 years and are 80 to 90 percent more efficient than incandescent bulbs. They are generally more environmentally friendly than CFLs and safer, too, since they produce less heat. The return on investment is excellent, as LED bulbs often pay for themselves through energy savings within the first year. 5. Consider a home energy audit. This will help you identify and target specific problematic areas of energy loss. A professional home energy audit will also provide a list of recommended solutions to help you maximize your energy-efficiency strategy.
Home improvement projects for your fall to-do list
Homeowners know that maintaining a home can be a year-round job. No home is immune to wear and tear, and homeowners who want to protect their real estate investments should try to stay two steps ahead to ensure their homes do not succumb to the elements or become outdated and unappealing to prospective buyers. Fall has become a season that’s synonymous with home improvement, but homeowners need not wait until the leaves begin changing colors to start planning their next projects. The following are a few items homeowners can add to their fall home improvement to-do lists. Roof inspection Less precipitation tends to fall during the warmer months than during the late fall and winter. As a result, homeowners may not be aware of leaky roofs until autumn has come and gone. But waiting until winter to inspect the roof can prove disastrous, as weather conditions will not be conducive to inspection and increased precipitation may result in potentially costly damage. Leaky roofs can be easily identified by looking for water stains on interior ceilings. Once you see a stain, you can climb onto the roof to identify the location of the leak and fix it before winter rains and snowfall turn the problem into something much larger. Inspect your ceilings for signs of leaking after a strong rainfall, and
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Reger to represent Versailles at state cross country meet
For the first time in the brief history of the program, the Versailles Tigers cross country team is sending one of its runners to the state championship meet. Junior Kendall Reger finished in seventh place at the MSHSAA Class 2 District 7 meet Saturday, Oct. 29 at Pomme de Terre State Park near Hermitage to qualify for the state meet, the first runner to do so since the Tigers cross country program started in the fall of 2013. Reger posted a time of 18:30.84 on the 5,000-meter course. Cylan Burns came in 37th in 21:19.38, followed by Joe Jeffries in 39th in 21:28.26. Trent Hyman was 47th in 21:50.14. Bobby Love finished 56th with a time of 22:34.5 and Kutter Baumgartner placed 72nd in 24:10.03. Tyler Goatley of El Dorado Springs was the individual champion with a time of 17:11.67. The Tigers finished in seventh place in the team competition, scoring 158 points. Stockton won the team title with 46 points followed by California with 58 points. Tigers coach Mark Garcia said Reger reached his goal of making it to the state meet, “Kendall had a very good race and did what he needed to do, and he was only five seconds off fifth place. Kendall ran a consistent race from start to finish, placing himself in seventh by the mile.” Garcia said the rest of the team performed admirably, “Cylan Burns had an outstanding race this weekend and finished 57 seconds faster than he raced at Hermitage five weeks ago. Cylan was definitely one of my most consistent runners this year. Joe Jeffries finished two spots back of Cylan and nine seconds faster than he finished last time he raced here, but Joe has been fighting an injury these past three weeks that affected his running over the last
mile. I’m proud of how he ran. Trent Hyman also dropped a lot of time from the Hermitage Invitational, 49 seconds to be exact. Bobby Love ran about what he ran last time and Kutter Baumgartner dropped around 30 seconds. Overall, I was happy with the way everyone ran and I’m glad we spent the whole season having everyone trend in the right direction, improving the whole season.” In the girls race, sophomore Allison Taylor came in 18th place, missing a trip to state by three places, with a time of 24:20.32. Freshman Keely Gustafson finished in 25th place in 25:32.41. Alice Evans of Holden won the race in 20:42 and led the Eagles to the team title with a score of 24 points. El Dorado Springs came in second place with 65 points. Garcia said Taylor ran a good race despite pain in both knees and was in contention for a state berth up until the last quarter mile, “We talked about going out a little conservative going up the hill, but adrenaline got the best of her and she was second by the top of the hill. After the hill she settled in and was 14th by the mile before fading to 19th with a quarter mile left to go. Ally was able to rally and pass a girl to finish 18th. Sometimes injuries happen but I am so proud of how she battled through her pain and I’m proud of the season she had.” The Tigers coach also said Gustafson ran well, “Keely had a good race but I’m really looking forward to seeing her improve over this next year and I’m confident that she and Ally will be state qualifiers next season.” The Class 2 boys state championship race is scheduled 12:25 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Oak Hills Golf Center in Jefferson City.
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Conference W-L PF PA Blair Oaks 7-0 317 74 Osage 6-1 244 114 Southern Boone 5-2 231 127 Eldon 4-3 157 133 Hallsville 2-5 105 189 Versailles 2-5 67 195 California 2-5 113 176 Warsaw 0-7 77 304
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Tessa Edgar, left, and Brooke Edgar of the Versailles volleyball team were selected for the Missouri High School Volleyball Coaches Association Central/South Central Class 2 all-region team. (photo by Chris Johnson)
Edgars earn MHSVCA all-region team honors
Two Versailles volleyball players have been selected to the Missouri High School Volleyball Coaches Association Central/ South Central Class 2 all-region team. Senior Tessa Edgar and junior Brooke Edgar received firstteam all-region honors in voting by coaches of the teams in the
region. Other first-team selections include Bailey Heimsoth of Cole Camp, Michaela Wright of Father Tolton Regional Catholic, Tess Schannuth and Kaileigh Tyree of Hermann, Anna Walley of Adrian, and Shannon Peters and Grace Stumbaugh of Saint Paul Lutheran.
6th Annual Give ‘Em the Bird 5K Saturday, Nov. 5
Versailles junior Kendall Reger approaches the finish line at the MSHSAA Class 2 District 7 cross country meet Saturday, Oct. 29 at Pomme de Terre State Park near Hermitage. Reger finished seventh and became the first Tigers cross country runner to qualify for the The 6th Annual Give ‘Em state championship. (photo by Mark Reger) the Bird 5K run and 1-Mile Fun Walk, sponsored by Versailles Team scores Barstow, 125. 6, Lone Jack, 136. Total Fitness and KS95.1, is Boys 7, Versailles, 158. 8, Crest Ridge, scheduled 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, Stockton, 46. 2, California, 58. 187. 9, Skyline, 249. 5 at Versailles Total Fitness. 3, Holden, 106. 4, Tipton, 107. 5, The top overall male and female winners receive a $100 cash prize. Medals are awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. There will also be a quartermile fun run for kids and all participants in the kids run will receive a blue ribbon as they wrestling room and the third The Versailles Wrestling Club is sponsoring a mini-camp for mini-camp is scheduled 9 to cross the finish line. children in kindergarten through 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 in There will be entertainment sixth grade the first three the high school gym followed by the Tigers varsity wrestling team Saturday’s of November. A meeting for parents, wrestle-offs at 11 a.m. registration for the mini-camp After the Nov. 19 session, and the first practice session tournament wrestlers only will is scheduled 9 a.m. Saturday, continue to practice. Nov. 5 in the wrestling room Those who participate in the at the Audrey J. Walton Sports mini-camp will be recognized Complex on the Versailles High during the Tigers wrestling matches against North Callaway School campus. The cost is $20 and includes and Tipton Thursday, Dec. 1 a T-shirt. A parent and or and will be admitted free to the guardian must attend to sign all matches if they are wearing their 2016-17 Tiger wrestling shirt. registration forms. The second mini-camp is For more information, contact scheduled 9 to 10:30 a.m. Shawn Brantley at 573-539Saturday, Nov. 12 in the 2240.
Versailles wrestling club mini camps in November
along the race route, including a choir singing outside their church on Monroe Street and cheerleaders on Washington Street. All proceeds from the event go toward Food for Morgan County to assist those in need during the holiday season. The entry fee is $35 and entry forms are available at Versailles Total Fitness, 131 N. Monroe in Versailles. Visit vtotalfitness.com for a map of the race course plus other information.
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Dusty Hill, an Iraq war veteran from Mineral, Ill., was the guest of honor on a deer hunting trip in early October at The Oaks Game Ranch near Ivy Bend. Gathering in the Iraq war veteran Dusty Hill, middle, kneels next to the 18-point buck he harvested lodge at The Oaks was, front from left, Chad Eubanks, Matt Smith, Hill, Kurt Heisler, while on a hunting trip Saturday, Oct. 1 at The Oaks Game Ranch near Ivy Bend. With and Travis D’Aquilla, back from left, Jim Lee, standing in front of Kerry Lee, Tyler him on the hunt was Missouri Department of Conservation agent Matt Smith, left, Schwartze, Derek Warnke, Eric Swainston, Mike Jones, Bob Story, Jarred Pierce, and Mike Pearce. (submitted photo) and Tyler Schwartze, right, of HuntLiveTV of Westphalia. (submitted photo)
In thanks for his service, Iraq war veteran gets hunting trip of lifetime
A chance meeting at a campground near Eldon led to a deer hunting trip in Morgan County for a military veteran from Illinois. Missouri Department of Conservation agent Kurt Heisler was on a camping trip with his brother-inlaw and his brother-inlaw’s granddaughters at the Majestic Oaks Family RV Park and Campground south of Eldon in June when the granddaughters met the daughter of Dusty Hill, an Iraq war veteran from the small community of Mineral, Ill. The men struck up a conversation that eventually led to talking about hunting.
That’s when Heisler had an idea. Hill served with the Army National Guard in the 1st Calvary unit from 2002 to 2005 in Iraq. In September 2004 while his platoon was providing security to convoys along a dangerous road, a suicide bomber attacked them and Hill was severely wounded. He would spend 14 months recovering at Brooke Army Medical Center on Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio before going home. After meeting Hill, Heisler made a few phone calls and arranged a hunting trip for Hill at The Oaks Game Ranch near Ivy Bend, then invited
The early youth portion of the firearms deer season was Saturday, Oct. 29 and Sunday, Oct. 30 in Missouri and 13-year-old Lauren Garrison harvested a 13-point buck while hunting with her mom, Amanda Garrison, Saturday off of Route W in Morgan County. The late portion of the firearms youth season has been moved from January to three days beginning the first Friday after Thanksgiving. This year the late youth portion will be Friday, Nov. 25 through Sunday, Nov. 27. (submitted photo)
him to come back to Missouri the weekend of Sept. 30 to Oct. 2. “When Kurt first said something about coming down and hunting with him, I would have never expected something like The Oaks,” Hill said. “I thought we were going to Kurt’s personal hunting ground. When I found out we were going to the place, they had a lodge and everything that The Oaks was, I was really blown away by it.” Hill harvested an 18-point buck, the biggest deer he has ever taken, that weekend. “We went out the day before
and I had actually picked out a buck that wasn’t the buck I shot,” Hill said. “I picked out one that morning that I liked and that was the one we were going to go back after. And then we got to talking to Bob Story, the manager of The Oaks, and he says take any deer on the farm you want to shoot. So when we went back out, the deer that I had picked, Matt Smith, the agent that I was hunting with says, well that one’s probably not big enough, you ought to go out for a bigger one out there, and a big 18 walked in.” Hill said the buck will be displayed at his home in
The early youth portion of the firearms deer season was Saturday, Oct. 29 and Sunday, Oct. 30 in Missouri and 12-year-old Keaton Cochran of Stover harvested a 10point buck with a .308 while hunting with his big brother, Camren Worthley, Saturday just south of Stover. The late portion of the firearms youth season has been moved from January to three days beginning the first Friday after Thanksgiving. This year, the late youth portion will be Friday, Nov. 25 through Sunday, Nov. 27. (submitted photo)
Mineral, which also includes a bear, an exotic ram and six animals from Africa. “I have more of a collection than what my walls can handle,” he said. In addition to the hunting trip, Heisler also made arrangements with Cedar Ridge Taxidermy in California to mount the buck for Hill and contacted Tyler Schwartze of HuntLineTV from Westphalia to produce a video of the trip for Hill. Mike Pearce, Travis D’Aquilla, Jarred Pierce, Chad Eubanks, and Kerry Lee of Wicked Ridge Outdoors TV brought a .270 rifle, Rocky boots, Treezyn camo, and
Bayou Ice Boxes coolers in a patriotic theme for Hill, and the National Wild Turkey Federation made a monetary donation. The Lake District agents from the Department. of Conservation provided help where needed. “I wanted to thank him for his service and somehow repay him for his service and sacrifice,” Heisler said. “I can’t say enough for Bob Story and The Oaks for providing the opportunity for Dusty to hunt and allowing him to take a deer of a lifetime. And to everybody else involved, a huge thank you.”
The early youth portion of the firearms deer season was Saturday, Oct. 29 and Sunday, Oct. 30 in Missouri and nine-year-old Gage Kincaid harvested an eightpoint buck while hunting with his dad, Trinity, Sunday in Morgan County. The late portion of the firearms youth season has been moved from January to three days beginning the first Friday after Thanksgiving. This year, the late youth portion will be Friday, Nov. 25 through Sunday, Nov. 27. (submitted photo)
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Versailles Nutrition Site staff dressed in the spirit Halloween, Monday, Oct. 31 at the facility on Fairground Road in Versailles. Dressing the part are, from left, Betty Mollett, Sadie Johnson, Esther Danner, George Robinson, Sara James, Christy Baker, Wendy L., and Dawn Campbell. (photo by Bryan E. Jones)
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Approximately 1,000 people participated in the 8th annual Trunk or Treat event at the fairgrounds in Versailles. Businesses and organizations sponsored booths and gave out treats. Approximately 200 people also participated in a Scared Silly fun run. The theme of this year’s event was Ghostbusters. (photo by Bryan E. Jones)
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Even their car went in costume as the Hodges family of Stover adopts a “Ghostbusters” theme for Halloween in the Park Saturday, Oct. 29 at Stover Legion Memorial Park. Playing ghostbusters, ghouls, and the Sta-Puft Marshmallow Man are parents Ryan and Christine Hodges and, from left, kids Levi, Ava, Ella, and Emma. (photo by R. D. Fish)
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Candidate Profiles Publisher’s Note: The brief candidate profiles below are provided as a public service of this newspaper in advance of the upcoming Tuesday, Nov. 8 election. Only candidates running for office in Morgan County, or for state representative for Morgan County, are listed. Most are uncontested. The profiles have been edited for length but not for content and contain the candidates’ own words. Candidates are listed in the order they appear on the ballot. Viewpoints expressed by candidates are not necessarily those of the publisher or this newspaper. -- Bryan E. Jones, Publisher
State Representative Dist. 58
Morgan County Assessor
Travis Maupin
Ray Bowman
Why are you running for office? According to information available, Travis Maupin is running for State Representative District 58 on the Democratic ticket. Originally from Knob Noster, he lives in Sunrise Beach, is married and has two children. He works at the Morgan County Detention Center in Versailles.
Why are you running for office? According to his campaign promotions, Ray Bowman has 11 years experience in the field and with the Morgan County Assessor’s Office. He is a native of Morgan County. He has knowledge of property values and believes in fair taxes for all.
State Representative Dist. 58
Morgan County Assessor
David Wood
Colleen Richardson-Richey
Why are you running for office? I am running for re-election as State Representative in the 58th District because I want to serve the people and be their voice in State government. While legislation is a very important part of the job, being a voice for the constituents in dealing with the different departments of state government takes most of my time. That is also why I feel it is an advantage to be available all year round because problems don’t just happen from January to May. Why should voters choose you over an opponent? My experience in education, health care, tourism, small business, and agriculture work very well for the makeup of the 58th District. Learning the processes and developing relationships in the legislature has allowed me to pass legislation and have chair positions on important committees. I have worked hard to improve the safety at Lake of the Ozarks without harming the recreation. I have voted for all Second Amendment legislation and have an A rating with the NRA. I have worked closely with departments to resolve every call that comes into my office because the systems are often difficult and frustrating without help. I have been honored to serve the people of the 58th District for the past four years and I would appreciate your vote so that I may continue to be your full-time representative.
Why are you running for office? First off, I absolutely love my job! It has been a privilege to be the Deputy Assessor for the past two years and work with the greatest clerks and field men. I feel honored to help the taxpayers of Morgan County with their assessment needs. When elected, I will ensure all assessments will be appraised fairly and accurately. It will be my policy to make myself available as a full-time assessor for any taxpayer needing assistance. I want to continue the efforts I have started and see them through.. Why should voters choose you over an opponent? I feel I am the most qualified person for the assessor’s position. I have worked for the Assessor’s Office for 15 years, culminating in becoming Deputy Assessor. From the start, I have grown in my responsibilities and duties. I am capable of doing every position within the Assessor’s Office; therefore, I will be able to provide residents of Morgan County with the best assessment product. My goal is to bring a transparent assessment process to the people of Morgan County. Not only am I the most qualified, but I am the right person to be Morgan County’s next assessor. If you have any questions I didn’t answer, feel free to contact me. I would greatly appreciate your vote.
Eastern District Commissioner
Rodney Schad Why are you running for office? The job includes interaction with people, problem solving, budgeting, and addressing the challenges of county government. I enjoy all those aspects and that’s why I am running again. Being a commissioner means being on call 24/7 to address storm issues, snow removal, and all other problems that arise. I have 11 and a half years of experience in the office and a proven track record.
Western District Commissioner
Ryan Hoffa Why are you running for office? I am running for the office of Morgan County Western District Commissioner because I want to make a difference, to help improve the lives of every citizen in Morgan County. I believe we have a lack of communication between the commissioners and the citizens. That is what I will change if elected. I will not be out worked. I am dedicated to public service, approachable, sociable, and honest. I will listen and work with citizens to resolve their issues.
Morgan County Sheriff
Norman Dills Why are you running for office? I am running for Morgan County sheriff because I care deeply about this county and the safety of the citizens. This is a very trying time for law enforcement across the nation. I feel that I have the experience, common sense, and integrity to lead the department into the future. I will make the sheriff’s department a law enforcement agency that the community is proud to call their own. As a lifelong resident of Morgan County, I know this area and the people that live here. I care about the future of the sheriff’s department and am committed to making it a very professional department. As a former chief deputy and in my current occupation, I have demonstrated my ability to effectively train and manage personnel, use resources wisely, and make sound and fair decisions in crisis situations. I am dedicated to continuing a strong traditions of highly trained, trustworthy, and professional law enforcement in Morgan County.
Public Administrator Amanda Huffman Why are you running for office? I currently serve as the Morgan County Public Administrator and I love what I do. I serve as a public guardian and/or conservator for individuals that have no one else. It is a very rewarding position and I want to continue to be a part of the lives of my wards. This position presents challenges everyday and the caseload number is continuing to grow. I serve on the legislative committee with the Missouri Association of Public Administrators and some of the issues are being brought to that level. In the next term, I plan to continue to seek resources to better serve the needs of my people.
Morgan County Coroner Maynard Bill ‘Doc’ Jones Why are you running for office? I am running for the office because I want to continue to serve the citizens of Morgan County and I feel my prior experience in medicine, law enforcement, and fire investigation helps me to perform the duties effectively. I have a good working relationship with the members of the various branches of law enforcement and believe I can continue to serve Morgan County in an efficient manner. My objectives for the next four years are: 1) continue to improve the record-keeping system; 2) establish an actual physical office at the courthouse, rather than continuing to work out of a briefcase; and 3) continue to maintain an excellent working relationship with law enforcement. I am running unopposed, but would appreciate the support and votes for the citizens of Morgan County.
Circuit 26, Div. 2, Judge Kenneth Hayden Hayden is the presiding circuit court judge for the 26th Circuit Court in Missouri. Governor Matt Blunt appointed him to the bench in September 2008, replacing Greg Kays, who left to take a seat on the Western District of Missouri bench. Hayden was elected to a full term in 2010. He is running for re-election and was unopposed in the Republican primary Aug. 2. Source: BallotPedia
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Nutrition Site Menus
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Soup served 10:30 a.m. • Lunch served 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fruited Jell-O and whole wheat bread available each day.
Versailles Nutrition Site 308 Fairground Rd. • Versailles Thursday, Nov. 3- Baked ham, broccoli, tossed salad, tater tot casserole, baked sweet potato, pudding. Friday, Nov. 4- Fish, mixed vegetables, steak fries, chili dog, cole slaw, cherry squares. Monday, Nov. 7- Lasagna, tossed salad, broccoli, open-faced turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes/ gravy, oatmeal/cranberry cookie. Tuesday, Nov. 8- Baked chicken, mashed potato/gravy, cabbage/carrots, ham & beans, orange wedge, corn bread, cake. Wednesday, Nov. 9- Beef tips & gravy over noodles, peas, ambrosia salad, grilled cheese, tomato soup, cookies. Thursday, Nov. 10- Baked pork chop, applesauce, green beans, beef stew, mashed potato/gravy, biscuits, spice cake. Friday, Nov. 11- Basa filet, roasted Mediterranean, apricots, chicken tenders, corn flaky potatoes, fast & fancy.
Westside Senior Center 1501 Hwy. O • Laurie Thursday, Nov. 3- Baked ham, broccoli, tossed salad, tater tot casserole, baked sweet potato, pudding. Friday, Nov. 4- Fish, mixed vegetables, steak fries, chili dog, cole slaw, cherry squares. Monday, Nov. 7- Vegetable lasagna, tossed salad, broccoli, openfaced turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes/gravy, fast & fancy. Tuesday, Nov. 8- Baked chicken, mashed potato/gravy, cabbage/carrots, ham & beans, orange wedge, corn bread, cake.. Wednesday, Nov. 9- Beef tips & gravy over noodles, peas, ambrosia salad, grilled cheese, tomato soup, cookies.. Thursday, Nov. 10- Baked pork chop, applesauce, green beans, beef stew, mashed potato/gravy, biscuits, spice cake. Friday, Nov. 11- Brunch- Scrambled eggs, sausage, fried taters, biscuit, gravy, dessert, fresh fruit.
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R-II School Menus Morgan County R-II Schools Milk served with all meals. Breakfast (all schools) All choices include fruit juice. Thursday, Nov. 3- Breakfast sliders; or apple turnover; or cereal, toast & jelly; or oatmeal bar, toast & jelly. Apple. Friday, Nov. 4- Biscuits & gravy, sausage; or mini waffles; or cereal, yogurt; or oatmeal bar, yogurt. Grapes. Monday, Nov. 7- Pancakes w/fruit topping; or sausage biscuit; or cereal, yogurt; or oatmeal bar, yogurt. Apple. Tuesday, Nov. 8- Baked omelet, toast & jelly; or strawberry shortcake biscuits; or cereal, toast & jelly; or oatmeal bar, toast & jelly. Banana. Wednesday, Nov. 9- Orange roll; or egg & cheese bagel; or cereal, yogurt; or oatmeal bar, yogurt. Peaches. Thursday, Nov. 10- Sausage pancake on stick; or yogurt, pumpkin muffin; or cereal, cinnamon toast; or oatmeal bar, cinnamon toast. Pineapple. Friday, Nov. 11- Biscuits & gravy, sausage; or mini pancakes; or cereal, yogurt; or oatmeal bar, yogurt. Strawberries. Lunch (Versailles elementary and middle school.) Fresh fruit offered daily. Garden salad bar offered daily at middle school in place of specialty salad choice at elementary. Thursday, Nov. 3- Cheeseburger or Italian sub, French fries, garden salad; or Cobb salad, fruit streusel muffin. Strawberry banana mix. Friday, Nov. 4- Pepperoni pizza or chicken & avocado club wrap, garden salad; or popcorn chicken salad, fruit streusel muffin. Carrots w/dip, applesauce. Monday, Nov. 7- Chicken & waffles or turkey & cheese on bun, garden salad; or mandarin orange chicken salad, Italian bread. Steamed broccoli, pineapple. Tuesday, Nov. 8- Hot dog or sloppy joes, French fries, garden salad; or Cobb salad, fruit streusel muffin. Mandarin oranges. Wednesday, Nov. 9- Chicken patty or hamburger steak, green beans; or strawberry chicken salad. Mashed potatoes, cinnamon apple slices, hot roll. Thursday, Nov. 10- Super nachos or pork carnitas, garden salad; or taco salad, corn bread. Refried beans, pears. Friday, Nov. 11- Pizza or ham
& cheese calzone, garden salad; or popcorn chicken salad, fruit streusel muffin. Roasted vegetables, tropical fruit. Lunch (South elementary) Both choices include fresh fruit. Thursday, Nov. 3- Cheeseburger, French fries, garden salad; or Cobb salad, fruit streusel muffin. Strawberry banana mix. Friday, Nov. 4- Pepperoni pizza, garden salad; or popcorn chicken salad, fruit streusel muffin. Carrots w/dip, applesauce. Monday, Nov. 7- Chicken & waffles, garden salad; or mandarin orange chicken salad, Italian bread. Steamed broccoli, pineapple. Tuesday, Nov. 8- Hot dog, French fries, garden salad; or Cobb salad, fruit streusel muffin. Mandarin oranges. Wednesday, Nov. 9- Chicken patty, green beans; or strawberry chicken salad. Mashed potatoes, cinnamon apple slices, hot roll. Thursday, Nov. 10- Super nachos, garden salad; or taco salad, corn bread. Refried beans, pears. Friday, Nov. 11- Pizza, garden salad; or popcorn chicken salad, fruit streusel muffin. Roasted vegetables, tropical fruit. Lunch (high school) Fresh fruit offered daily. Thursday, Nov. 3- Bacon cheeseburger or Italian sub, French fries, garden salad; or garden salad bar, fruit streusel muffin. Strawberry banana mix. Friday, Nov. 4- Pepperoni pizza or chicken & avocado club wrap, garden salad, carrots w/dip; or garden salad bar, fruit streusel muffin. Applesauce. Monday, Nov. 7- Chicken & waffles or turkey & cheese on bun, garden salad, steamed broccoli; or garden salad bar, Italian bread. Pineapple. Tuesday, Nov. 8- Hot dog or sloppy joes, French fries, garden salad; or garden salad bar, fruit streusel muffin. Mandarin oranges. Wednesday, Nov. 9- Chicken patty/spicy chicken patty or hamburger steak, mashed potatoes, green beans; or garden salad bar. Cinnamon apple slices, hot roll. Thursday, Nov. 10- Super nachos w/Spanish rice or pork carnitas, garden salad, refried beans; or garden salad bar, corn bread. Pears. Friday, Nov. 11- Pizza or Buffalo chicken calzone, garden salad, roasted vegetables; or garden salad bar, fruit streusel muffin. Tropical fruit.
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GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 8, 2016 MORGAN COUNTY, MISSOURI
NOTICE OF ELECTION
Notice is hereby given that a General Election will be held in the County of Morgan on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 as certified to this office by the participating entities of Morgan County. The ballot for the Election shall be in substantially the following form. This is a
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Versailles Rural Fire Report
The Versailles Rural Fire Department recently responded to the following calls. On Wednesday, Oct. 19, firefighters were dispatched for a medical emergency. On Wednesday, Oct. 26, firefighters were dispatched for medical assistance.
On Wednesday, Oct. 26, four firefighters and one apparatus were dispatched to a location on Highway 5 for a report of a small fire in a ditch. Firefighters arrived on scene and extinguished the fire using rakes. Units were on scene approximately eight minutes.
Gravois Fire Report
The Gravois Fire Protection District recently responded to the following calls. On Sunday, Oct. 23, one unit and two personnel responded to a medical emergency on Dunwandrin Road. On Monday, Oct. 24, one unit and two personnel responded to a service call, manpower to assist Lake West Ambulance District, on Highway RA. On Monday, Oct. 24, one unit and two personnel responded to a medical emergency on Cathy Drive. On Monday, Oct. 24, one unit and three personnel responded to a medical emergency on Highway P. On Monday, Oct. 24, one unit and three personnel responded to a service call, lift assist, on Highway J. On Tuesday, Oct. 25, one unit and three personnel responded to a medical emergency on Georgia Road. On Tuesday, Oct. 25, one unit and three personnel responded to a medical emergency on Highway RA. On Tuesday, Oct. 25, three units and three personnel responded to a service call, assist with traffic control, at Highways 5 and P. On Wednesday, Oct. 26, one unit and two personnel responded to a medical emergency on Hickory Lane. On Wednesday, Oct. 26, two units and four personnel responded to a medical emergency on Markum Road. On Wednesday, Oct. 26, one unit and three personnel responded to a medical emergency on Ozark Heights. On Wednesday, Oct. 26, one unit and three personnel re-
sponded to a medical emergency on Eagle Avenue. On Thursday, Oct. 27, four units and four personnel responded to a natural cover fire, small grass fire behind a structure, on Highway 5. On Thursday, Oct. 27, one unit and three personnel responded to a medical emergency on Excelsior Lane. On Friday, Oct. 28, one unit and three personnel responded to a medical emergency on Dunwurkin Road. On Friday, Oct. 28, one unit and three personnel responded to a medical emergency on Cuptree Road. On Saturday, Oct. 29, one unit and three personnel responded to a medical emergency on Cardinal Lane. On Saturday, Oct. 29, one unit and three personnel responded to a medical emergency, patient from a boat accident brought to shore by water patrol vessel, on South Majestic. On Saturday, Oct. 29, two units and three personnel responded to a controlled burn on Highway 5. Upon arrival it was determined to be a controlled burn, no action was required. On Saturday, Oct. 29, three units and three personnel, along with two units and five personnel from Tipton Rural Fire Protection District, were present in Versailles to provide in-service fire companies to respond to emergency calls in the service area of the City of Versailles and Versailles Rural Fire Protection District during the funeral for Chief Troy Nichols. District personnel were also present at the funeral service.
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The polling locations for the General Election are as follows: Barnett I & II: New Life Assembly of God Church Florence: St. John’s Parish Hall Gravois Mills: Gravois Lions Club Building Indian Creek: Rocky Mount Lions Club Building Laurie: Osage Community Elks Lodge Stover North & South: Stover Community Center Syracuse North & South: Syracuse Community Park Bldg. Versailles North, Excel, FGN: Morgan County Library Versailles South, FGS: Hunter Civic Center Webb: Proctor Fire Station The polling locations will be open from the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. during which time any person properly registered to vote in Morgan County may cast their ballot with proper identification. Follow Morgan County Election night results at: www.morgan-county.org
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Our favorite day by Lisa Brodersen’ VES fourth graders “Wake up Dad! Let’s go to Uncle Coyote’s house today!” First we got up and got dressed and ate breakfast. After that we got in the car and drove to Uncle Coyote’s. I ran inside and said hi to my uncle. I got Gabriel so we could play with his balloons. I made him laugh so hard by tickling him on his belly that he had to stop to catch his breath. “Time to go,” Feina’s dad shouted. “Goodbye Uncle Coyote, Goodbye Gabriel, see you guys later!” shouted Fenia. Fenia Christiansen
This summer we went to the mall because my mom wanted to get new clothes and shoes for us. That day we ate at Subway. While shopping we went to Justice and spent $40. After that my mom went to get makeup and smelly stuff. Finally, we walked around and then we left to go to Bear Market. Emma Wilson It was a cold October morning and my dad was feeding cows and horse. I was with my dog. Clyde ran inside of a very old house that was all green inside. I called for Clyde inside the old house. I whined in a room it was all green there was a green rocking chair. There were red names on the wall and I shouted, “This is creepy!’’ Then I heard cracking and creaking. Next, I smelled spicy air and I saw a piece of wood trying to be picked up. Out of the corner of my eye I saw a tiny rock floating in the air and next it was thrown at me. I ran out of the house. Six years later I saw the house and it still had the names in it. The house was still creepy and had the rocking chair, and the green in the house. I never went in it again. When I go to that farm I get a bad feeling. It was a creepy thing that really happened to me. Yesterday, I watched a crazy youtube video about a ghost which made me remember this. I hope you are as excited to read this as I was to experience it. Ghost are real so be careful. ‘’BYE’’. Anders Hooper Let me tell you about my trip to Silver Dollar City. First we left the hotel and it was a long drive. When we arrived we rode Thunderation. Papa told us to sit in the front. I was scared, but I had fun anyway. Then we decided to split up. My mom suggested that she and my sisters ride the kiddie rides and my dad, brother, uncle, grandpa, and I ride all the big roller coasters. The problem was I wanted to ride some kiddie rides also. We met back up at the front and ate lunch. All the peanut butter melted! When we went back my aunt and uncle sighed, “we can’t get back in.” So they left. When we got in we went in grandpa’s mansion. It was funny. Before we left we rode Fire In the Hole. It was straight but their were 3 drops. I rode it 3 times. Then I went to Firemens Graveyard. The stones had funy punts. Then we rode on a train where there’s was a funny skit. Finally, we left. I had fun at Silver Dollar City. Hayden Carman For my 10th birthday we went to Hyvee and Dog Patch in September. I had My parents, my brother, my friends, and I there. First thing my dad and brother left to meet us there. My mom and I left to pick up Lisel, Brooklyn and Ashlyn and we drove to Osage. I said,”That this will be a fun birthday party.” When we got there we went upstairs dropped off the presents and then went back downstairs to meet Skylar, Kylee and Brenna. After they got there we went back upstairs. First the teacher told us how to make the pizza. Then we made the pizza dough and got to top it and put it in the oven. Next, we iced cupcakes. Later after that we made ice cream and got to top it. Last we ate all the food. My brother ate my cupcakes and my ice cream and then we opened presents. Then Lisel, Brooklyn, Kylee and Ashlyn had to leave to go to a volleyball game, but I still had Skylar and Brenna so we went to Dogpatch Arcade. When we got there my dad gave us each 5 dollars in quarters, but I already had 10 dollars in quarters plus the 10 dollars that my nana gave me so we put it all in my purse so we wouldn’t lose it. First, Brenna wanted to play a shooting game so I gave her five dollars and let her go play whatever she wanted. Skylar and I played some games then Brenna’s mom came to get her for her volleyball game, so I said,” goodbye.” When she left me and Skylar played one game and won 1,000 tickets. We each got a sun umbrella from the ticket booth. Mine was orange and hers was red. Then Skylar’s mom came and said the umbrellas were so cute. After they left after we got some candy from the store next door. Then mom, dad, Joel and I went to Justice for me. There I got one necklace, one pair of fake glasses, one pair of earrings, a makeup brush for my mom and a boy bracelet for my brother. Then we went to get some food from Creamy. Then we went home. Mom exclaimed, “That it was the best birthday party I have had.” I will never forget my awesome 10th birthday party. Anna Faron I remember when my family and I were heading to Tennessee to see my older brother, William and his wife, Natalie. It was a long drive from Missouri, to Tennessee, so I fell asleep in the car. Two hours later I woke up. “Are we there yet?” I asked Mom. “No.” she replied. Instead of going back to sleep, I looked at the tallest buildings I had ever seen. A while later, Mom got lost and we ended up in Illinois. Then we went inside the nearest gas station and grabbed some snacks like; Doritos, Ruffles, Lays, Little Debbie cakes and doughnuts. For the drinks, I got a suicide drink. If you don’t know what a suicide is, it’s when you mix soda like Dr. Pepper, Mountain Dew, Pepsi, Coca-Cola, etc… My brother got Dr. Pepper and Root Beer mixed, and my mom got sweet tea. I questioned, “Mom, why do you have sweet tea
instead of fizzy soda?” Mom stared at the sweet tea dispenser for a while and then stared at the coca-cola dispenser and frowned. Finally, Mom answered, “I can name three reasons. 1, it’s because I’m driving. 2, soda doesn’t help much because it has a lot of sugar. 3, it also makes me get tired. ” Then we got back on the road again. We finally got out of Illinois and then I noticed something, so I looked out the window and noticed the a big sign that said, “Welcome to Tennessee.” I announced it to Mom and she was satisfied. We still had an hour until we got there. On the way there, I saw this huge arch going across the water down below. Then I started to wonder what we will do when we get there. I asked my mom what William told her about what we will do and she said it was a “surprise.” Sounds mysterious… After a couple minutes of driving, we got to William and Natalie’s house. Jadon my brother, Mom, and I went to the door and knocked. William answered the door and I shouted, “WILLIIIIIAAAAAAAMMMM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” I ran to him and immediately hugged him. Within 27 seconds, my brother had already shown us around half of the house. Then, we watched a movie and after that we had to go to bed. I really didn’t want to go to bed because I was excited, but I did. I woke up and yawned… “ YA A A A A AW W W WWNNNNN!!!” After I remembered we had presents under the Christmas tree that was decorated with shining ornaments and little snowflakes, I exclaimed, “It’s Christmas!!!” I woke Jadon up and ran into the living room and Mom was already sitting there... and so was William and Natalie. “Can we open our presents?!” I questioned loudly. “Sure, dig in and have fun!” Mom replied, “Nobody’s stopping you. Why not?” For Christmas I got a GIANT Lego set, some new outfits, a lava lamp, and the most embarrassing thing ever….underwear. I was really embarrassed so I hid the little “gift”. I also got a GIANT ELEPHANT for Christmas too! Just kidding, I would never get an elephant anyway. I also got a (not an elephant, this what I really got) a new pair of shoes, a Mckays gift card, aaaaaaaaaand... A NIECE!!! Her name is Evangeline. Later, William remarked, “Everybody get in the car! We are going to look around Nashville!” We all got in the car and drove off. Our first stop was the Mckays mall. Secretly, I bought a journal for my mom and a Mothers and Daughters book for Mom and I to fill out. My brother got a game called “Transformers: Fall of Cybertron”. In the background of everything, was 70’s music playing. An hour later we left and went to the park. There was this net thing that we were SUPPOSE to climb on but I got stuck in it while William and Jadon were already done climbing across. I finally got out of the net and went to this slide that was kind of taller than usual. The slide felt like tin-type of metal and was really smooth. Unlike the slides at the school which are made of a REALLY strong plastic and feel crusty on the sides because so many kids have thrown rocks at it. Mom took pictures and then we left. We also went to go see airplanes take off. The whole time, a bee was buzzing around my head so I kept moving around. After that we went to the grocery store called Kroger’s. We bought real homegrown vegetables, fruits, yogurt, and cheese. It smelled super fresh and I also smelled the deli bar near the tomato section which smelled DELI-cious. Ha ha! Get it? Then we went driving to look for a house in case Mom decided we move there. We saw some cool houses and some we really liked. Then we had some more fun and then we went back to William and Natalie’s house. Back at William and Natalie’s we sat on the couch while Mom and Natalie talked. Later, William called me into the kitchen. “You called me in here for what, exactly?” I questioned. William smiled. “Remember the groceries we bought?” “Yes.” I replied with happiness. “Me and you are going to make a homemade pizza.” William announced, “I’ll teach you.” Fifteen minutes later we were done with the pizzas and slid them into the oven. Then, Natalie fixed a lot of snacks like, M&Ms, chocolate pretzels, cookies, chips and dip. Finally we ate the pizzas. It turns out I really didn’t like the pizzas, even though I was eating the pizza I made. I felt like I COULDN’T swallow it. They tasted weird. After that we ate the snacks and watched movies like Meet the Robinsons. At the end of the day we went to sleep. When I woke up I found out we had to go home. I was really sad, but then I remembered the fun we had. I packed up my things and hugged William and Natalie. I was happy about how we had a lot of fun. It was a long drive home so I asked Mom if I could watch Minecraft videos on her phone. She let me watch 2 or 3 and I gave her phone back. Later, after we found some places to eat we settled at McDonald’s. Then, we were back on the road again. Finally, we were back home where my friends were and where my bedroom was. After a long day, I rested my head on my soft, warm pillow and pulled my blanket all the way over my shoulders and fell asleep. What an awesome time. That’s what happened at William and Natalie’s for Christmas. Jerrah C. Britton This summer my mom and I went swimming. First, when my mom and I were there I could see the bright blue water and the dark blue water slide. I could smell the sunscreen that my mommy was putting on me so I didn’t get a sunburn. I could see people swimming and having fun. Next, when I was at the Versailles pool I felt the water, so I don’t get cold. I could hear people yelling on the water slide with the water going down the water slide and people jumping in the pool and I got wet. I was cold, but I got used to it. After that my mom and I went on the waterslide. I could touch the dark blue water slide it was bumpy and wet.
My mom and I touched the water going down the water slide. It was cold. When my mom and I were on top off the waterslide my mom and I could see everything and everyone. My mom and I could see the food court with people buying food from it. My mom and I could see people jumping in the pool. My mom and I could see a couple lifeguards helping people not go underwater and not breath. My friend saw me and said, ‘’ Hi, Kayla can you please go down the water slide with me?’’ I replied ‘’Yes’’ and she replied ‘’Thanks’’. Then my mom and I got some food at the pool. My mom and I could taste the food and my mom asked me ‘’Kayla what do you want to eat?’’ and I said ‘’a pretzel please mom’’ and the she said “ok Kayla.’’ Before my mom and I went back in the pool we waited a minute so we wouldn’t get a cramp. When my mom and I were done waiting my mom and I went back in. My mom and I were cold so my mom and I went on the waterslide. My mom and I were so cold, but my mom and I got used to it. I like going down the waterslide. Finally, my favorite part of the pool is going down the dark blue water slide. It was time to go home my mom said, ‘’Kayla it is time to go home.’’ I replied, ’ok I will be right there mommy’’ Finally I got out of the pool and dried off and went in the girls room changed out of my bathing suit and into my warm and NOT wet clothes. On the way home I fell asleep from a long day at the Versailles pool. It was fun and really fun with my mommy there. I love the Versailles pool and had lots of fun. I had a good time and so did my mom. My mom and I loved it so much because we have fun together. Kayla
One day my mom told, “We can go to Silver Dollar City for some family time,” my mom exclaimed, “you can have a friend come with us” so my mom, brother, Maddy and me went to Branson. On our way there we listened to music and we sang songs. After a while we got hungry and we stopped at McDonald’s and ate. When we arrived at the hotel we went inside to check-in and realized that it was so fancy. It looked like a princesses room because it was so pretty! When the man gave us our room key we walked up to our room and unpacked our suitcases. Since we we got there so late we went to bed not to long after arrived into our room. When we got up the next morning we all went to Silver Dollar City. When we got there we rode the trolley from my car. Soon we got at the entrance gate and my mom used her passes for us. There were so many people there and so many rides. Maddy and I road Powder Keg and Fire in the Hole. They were our favorite rides out of all the rides they have. When we were there we saw so many people and rides. We heard people talking and people screaming on the rides. The food smelled so good and the ice cream tasted so good. The padding on the rides was so soft. When we got back to the hotel we started to pack to go home. When we got back we stopped at my grandma’s house. My grandma was so happy to see me. She had food ready for us to eat. Kylee Richey When we were packing our stuff I packed the things I wanted to bring to Hawaii. I was so excited I could barely pack my stuff. So, I had to calm down so I could finish packing my things. After I finished packing we left so we wouldn’t be late. We drove to the airport to go to Hawaii. We got on the plane. When we were on the plane someone came around and offered pretzels. I asked for a pake. I fell asleep on the way there and when I woke up we had arrived. We had to drive to rent a hotel room to stay at for a few weeks. We got everything unpacked. Finally, we could go play at the beach. We saw the baby sea turtle. I went to go get it. We named it Spot. We showed our parents and they said, “Let him go.” So we did. We went back for dinner and then we went to bed. In the morning I packed my stuff and we left. We got back on the plane to go home. Everyone fell asleep except me, so I played my tablet. Then I turned it off when I was tired. When I woke up we were almost there. When we arrived we drove home. When we got home we unpacked. I was happy to be home. Logan Leffert To get ready for our trip to Florida we first packed snacks and drinks. Then, we went to go get our grandma that wanted to go with us. After we picked up our grandma we were on our way to Florida. It took 48 hours. We stopped at a gas station and got more snack and drinks because we ate all of our other snacks and drinks. Finally, we got to our hotel. That afternoon my grandma, brother and I got Subway while my mom, dad, sister, and my little brother ate pizza. When we got done eating it was about time for bed, so we went to bed. The next morning we went to the beach. My sister, little brother, big brother and I went to the beach and collected sea shells. We collected a lot! Next, we went swimming in the ocean. It was really cold. The water was a little dirty. After we swam we went back to the hotel. We ate lunch and then we went to Walmart to get some groceries for dinner. We ate hamburgers. Then I ask happily, “Can I play on dad’s tablet?”. He said, “Yes!” I played on it until supper was ready. Then, when supper was ready my dad told us it was time to eat, so we ate sandwiches and then we swam in the hotel pool. It was fun! It was getting late so we went back to our room. It was time for bed, so we went to bed. The next morning my brother, mom and I went for a walk across a big bridge that was like 40 feet tall. It had a good view too see the ocean. We saw lots of boats. During the walk we also found another beach. It had big sea shells, so my brother and I
got some. Then we went back to our hotel and we ate turkey, corn, mashed potatoes, and green beans because it was Thanksgiving. After we ate we watched tv. Raegen Buckingham
back flips. Would you like to go to Worlds of Fun? Finally, we left because it was getting dark. We got in the car and drove to my aunt’s house and did stuff there. The next day we got up and went to another game. After the game we went home. One hot day during the summer my Brady Dobbins grandma asked if we wanted to go to Branson. Dagan and I commented, One day my brother and I were “We need to tell our mom.” Ga yelled, crabby when we woke up for school. “Well, go tell her.” Mom replied, After school it was looking dark out“Okay.” We thanked her. Next, we side. During the storm my brother and drove for three hours. While we I ate supper and the power went out. were on the road we told stories and After 5 hours the power came on and ate food. After that, when we got it was time for bed. And my brother there we unpacked and took a dip and I were scared. Before my brother in the pool. Next, we laid down on and I went to sleep. I saw something the bed and watched tv. Finally, Ga in the hallway, and then the power said, “Let’s go to Silver Dollar City.” went out again. When we got there we saw rides, I couldn’t see anything not even my smelled delicious food, heard screams, own hand, and for some reason my touched rides and food. sister came in my room and she got in We almost got soaked in the Aban- my bed. My brother didn’t feel scared doned Mine. Then, we did a ship to but I did. It felt like I was in a haunted land battle and I shot water in an old house with the devil. Then I heard a ladies face! After that we tried to scratchy voice by my door. I didn’t watch a show, but my grandma could really smell anything but my dirty not go up the hill so we could not do socks. The only thing I could taste in that. Next, we saw the Globetrotters my mouth was the toothpaste I used and it was amazing. Before that, Da- to brush my teeth. The only thing I gan road the pirate ship and I rode could touch was my blanket because another pirate ship. Finally, we got I couldn’t see anything. to see them make stuff with hot glass, Then all of the sudden I heard a we got giant jawbreakers, and went to voice say my name, and it wasn’t my the motel. brother or sister. It sounded more When we got to the motel we took a like a dark voice. My brother got out dip in the pool. Next, I kept trying and of bed and I asked what he was doI finally learned to swim! After that ing, but he didn’t answer me. Then he we watched some tv. Then, we went stared at me for five minutes straight to bed. It was a little hard with my without looking away. Then he layed grandma’s machine. The next morn- on the ground saying “Come and get ing we packed up and talked and said me” over and over and over. Then he what are favorite parts were. Dagan stopped and looked at me and went and I stated, “Thanks Ga for taking back into his bed. Then my sister went us.” Then she dropped us off at our to her bed. After 5 minutes it was calm and house. Ryatt Haggerman then everything went crazy! I said to myself what is going on. Then all of One morning down in the woods the sudden it felt like everything froze by the waterfall with Grandpa he got for a long long time. Then the power up so did I Then a horrible smell hit came back on and I was feeling better. me. I threw my head up dazed for It was morning by the time, but it was a second. I told him “I just smelled cloudy, cloudy. Then I saw my sister something horrible!” So, we went come in my room again and said “I love you” and I said I love you all beback to the bench and sat down. First we started hearing knocks cause you’re my brother and sister. Zion C. Dawson “knock” “knock” “knock”on a hollow tree. Then a tree shook.So we sat their for about five minutes (he kept telling I’m so excited to get to camp. Are me to be quiet) waiting for him to start we there yet? On our way down to back up again and he did. Then he Springfield we had so much fun, we grunted “grrrrrrrrrrr” “grrrrrrr”. And even got to eat a double cheeseburger growled “grrrrrrrrrrr” “grrrrrrrr”. and fries. We were there before we And hit another tree “thunk” “thunk” knew it. My mom and I got to meet “thunk” “thunk” “thunk” “thunk” the other Girl Scouts and my leaders “thunk” “thunk.” who were, Stretch, O’Malley, Smooth, Then we went back up to the house. Bard, Joe Bob, Bug, Camp director The dogs were ringing out with bark- Ranger, Monkey, French Fry, and ing. I explained, “It is probably just Red. The friends I met from camp are a squirrel,” but it wasn’t. I went to Lanie, Alexis, Kaytlyn, Trinket, and check and I saw BIGFOOT!! I ran more. back to the house with my eyes bug- We got settled in our cabins and ging out scared out of my mind. I then we helped each other get our ran up the ramp and hid back behind beds and pajamas ready for the night. grandpa’s chair. I told him what I saw. We met and told each other who we We went to see if it was still there, but are and where we were from. “Soon it it disappeared without a trace. So this will be time for dinner and we need to is my story what is yours? start getting are shoes and day packs Gage Weston Kincaid on,’’ camp leader Stretch exclaimed, “then find a buddy to walk with up While on the camping trip we had to the mess hall”. I chose Lanie of to stay outside and entertain ourselves. course. With it being my first time I We got to swim in a creek We got to wanted my friend at my side. Soon I go arrowhead hunting. We walked will find more friends, but I was still through the woods. We shot guns and a little scared and it was Lanie’s fifth went hunting for a really long time. year so I think she knows where to go. We learned new songs and funny new Then, the next day we went fishing. For the two weeks that we were things. I had so much fun and before camping we could not sleep inside. I knew it it was time to go to bed. After the first week I started hacking Wow! That night went by so fast, on a tree with an axe. I went to hit but I am rested up and ready to exthe branch I was hacking on and I ac- plore. We got up and got dressed, cidently missed it. I hit my hand and brushed our teeth, brushed our hair that is how I got that scar. I was doing and got our water bottles filled up and it with my cousin because we were put in our day bags. Yum breakfast! bored After we were done we got to We had biscuits and gravy, bacon go swimming. and eggs. That was a good breakfast. After we were done we got to go in- Well, what are we doing today? We side to dry off and change our clothes. are going to do some fun activities, but After we changed our clothes we first we had to take a tour of the place. played catch. After that we went drift This is a really big place so it took us fishing and that means cat fishing. Fi- more than one day to tour the whole thing. First we went to Jake’s house nally, we went squirrel hunting. This is what we did to have fun on so we had to get our flash lights and cameras ready to go. Next, we went to our camping trip. It was the best! Dylon the art barn where we made monkey fist necklaces and para cord bracelets. First we went to the field. Next, During the week we got to shoot arwhen we got there I put my pads on. chery, go swimming, walk on a tightAfter that I put on my helmet. Then, rope, and zip line. We had a challenge I went down to the field. Before we where we had to get through a spider started warming up I got a drink. Fi- web without touching it. It was hard but we managed. nally the game started. Before half time we got a touch- Wow the week is all over! I am sad down and a two point conversion. to leave my new friends and my aweOsage was playing good after half some, fantastic, caring, giving, nice, time. We called a timeout to rest and helpful grateful, challenging leaders. so are coach could talk to us. “You But I am excited to go home and see guys need to step up your game,” said my family and sleep in my own bed the coach. Everyone was hot. The with the air conditioner on. I hope I Osage team was getting tired. I said can go back next year with my friends hi to the other coaches. “Nice game and see the friends that I met this guys,” said the coaches. It was our time. I certainly hope I get new sister second game out of five games. scouts by the time I go back. Well I The game was fun. We got a touch- hope to see you there too. Brittney N. Carver down!!! We got the two point conversion! We won!!! We beat Osage. Dominic Johnson When I was eight years old my dad got really, really sick with pneu When I got my dog Lucky I played monia. He could barely breathe so he with him. He is so friendly. He got called my grandma (it was really late) tuckered out and I wrapped him up in who lived so close that I walked to his blanket and sung him to sleep. I her house sometimes. My Aunt Cathy love him! We would play tug of war. answered the phone because she lives Lucky would attack my feet and take with my grandma. My dad asked my socks. It was hilarious when he her to drive him to the hospital and did it to my Grandpa and Grandma. she said no and called 911 because it He would sleep with us in our bed. He would not be safe to drive him. She would lick me. He would run from us. followed the ambulance to the hospiWhen we use the duck call he goes tal. When they got their my dad barely made it. crazy! Jayden Flieger He was admitted into the hospital the next morning. My mom found out I remember when we went to while I was on the bus on my way to Worlds of Fun in Kansas City. We school. I did not have a phone so my went to Kansas City because that is mom told me when I got home. I rewhere we were going to see my broth- member when I got home I cried and er play baseball. After his game we cried. My mom told me it was scary, got ready and then we went to Worlds but he was ok. Finally I got to see my of Fun. First, when we got there we dad and he looked super duper unwalked around to see all of the rides comfortable. there. There were a lot of rides and Now they wanted to do surgery so they all looked fun. they could find out what type of cancer Finally, we went on our first ride. it was. We waited in a hospital room... It was called Boomerang. It was fun. and waited...and waited...and waited After that we went on another ride and finally a nurse came in and said called Patriot. Next, we went on an- “his operating room was ready.” We other ride called Momba. It was re- went back to a waiting room with acally, really fun!!!!!. After Momba we tual chairs! About three hours later an went back and rode Patriot several African American surgeon came in. times because it was super fun. We Then I saw my mom crying and my went on another ride called Drop. It Aunt Cathy walk away about to cry. was really, really fun. After that we went for a little drive. After riding rides we walked My mom told me it was Small Cell around and saw a bike show. The bike Cancer and it was incurable. That’s show was awesome. We saw some when it was time to panic! It was back bikers do really really cool tricks like and forth to Osage Beach.
My Daddy and I got to meet some of the radiation staff. They were all ok. I mean I was not really excited to meet the people who were going to put a plastic mask on my dad, so he’d hold still while lasers were shooting lasers in his body. Now my dad has passed away. His name was James Dean Raeder and was my best friend. If I could change one thing it would be my dad getting cancer. This year is the first year my dad will not watch me open Christmas presents or birthday presents or watch me do anything else for that matter. That is how my dad got cancer. Addyson Raeder This summer we went to Yellowstone. We packed the car up and headed there. Mom brought snacks and we ate them. We drove and drove for more than 11 hours. When we got hungry for dinner we stopped to eat. It was night time so we pulled in a rest stop and slept in the truck. It was not a good nap. The next morning we drove until we got to our campsite. We put up the tent It was cold at night. The first night it was below 40, it was 30! The next day it was cold in the morning. We had to wear summer clothes because it was hot in the afternoon. We saw bears and other animals on our way back to the from waterfall that day. We did not want to sleep that night, but mom said we had to so we could have fun the next day when we would see Old Faithful. She was right because Old Faithful was beautiful! On our last day we went through a park and headed home. We were sad that we left, but we hope we can go back soon. My dad said, “Next time we will bring a camper!” Brooklyn Smith On a weekend when my mom had the weekend off, she called us to the living room and told us some good news, “Grandma and grandpa are going to take you two to a corn maze.” My brother and I jumped off the couch in excitement, “Are our cousins going to be there?” I asked with a giant smile on my face “that would be so much fun if they did!” “Yes, they are coming,” mom replied, “but not until the next day.” After that my brother and I packed our bags for two days and ate dinner. After dinner I washed the dishes and then went to bed. The next morning mom had her coffee and then my brother and I went to school. During lunch mom arrived in the car to take us to grandma and grandpa’s house. After I packed my bag I went to the office and went outside then my brother and I got in the car to go. A few hours later we arrived at grandma and grandpa’s house. The next morning we made pancakes and eggs and went outside to play until lunch. After we had lunch our cousins arrived at our grandma and grandpa’s house. We played for a while till it was time to go to Exeter Corn Maze. Launa and I walked in the woods, and hid and ran from Devin and Sam, “They’re still on the gate!” I giggled, after running and checking if they were still there. We tried to feed the horses, the mother had a new baby and it was shy and afraid of people, so the mother keeps her baby away from people. “It’s ok horsies…” launa squeaked in a low voice. After that we got ready to go to Exeter Corn Maze, “Where are your jackets, you’ll need them,” my Aunt Brandy asked us. We put on our coats, socks, and shoes and got in the truck. Wyatt, Launa and I rode in the truck and everyone else rode in the jeep. Next, we drove to Exeter Corn Maze and got our wristbands we needed to play the games. “Thank you” we all told the ladies who gave us our bracelets. “Let’s go to the bouncy thing!!” Launa exclaimed. Then we went to the bouncy place it was called The Pumpkin Jumps. It was SUPER bouncy, Launa and I tried rolling off the sides, we hit the sand and I found a rock with a fossil in it. I showed it to Sam, Launa, Devin, and Wyatt. After that we went on a bumpy slide and then rode The Cow Train. When you sit on your knees it’s scary, but fun too. We went through the corn maze a little and then came back to the rocks. Then we went to the tricycle race and the corn maze, which wasn’t very fun. When we got out my feet hurt so much!! I hated it! While I walked I picked up some corn and striped the corn off the cob. When there wasn’t corn on it it was pink. Before we went to eat and pick some pumpkins to carve we went to a barn that had ziplines and swings. I was a supervisor for one of the ziplines and that was fun! I got to push people to the end of the line because it didn’t go all the way alone, I got to zipline all they way back, but I had to jump off, grab the handle, and walk it up to the hay bale that had the zipline line on it. I also went on a little swing-line, which was for the little ones, but it was fun. There was a yellow swing which you got to pull up to the zipline hay bale and swing off it. That’s fun but dangerous way to swing! One time when my brother was swinging like that he hit me while I was going to eat. It didn’t hurt, that I can remember, “Sorry!” Sam giggled after he hit me. “I just washed my hand too!” I replied with a laugh. “Are you ok!?” asked my Aunt Brandi when she saw. “Yeah,” I replied “it didn’t hurt!” I brushed the hay off of my clothes and got up. Then we went to a corn bath and buried ourselves in the corn. There was a fuzzie side full of fuzz and stuff. You didn’t sink in that stuff like the corn. I helped Leeda in and out of the corn and fuzz. Then we went back to the walkway to the entrance and picked out some pumpkins to carve. I picked out a medium sized pumpkin and Leeda wanted a tiny pumpkin but Launa said she wouldn’t be able to carve it. After that we went back to grandma and grandpa’s house. That trip was really fun! I can’t wait to come back! Savannah E.
Lisa Baker is Buzzin’ on natural beauty
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Tony and Lisa Baker are the proprietors of Queen B Naturals, a new skin care products store opened Aug. 6 at 113 W. Newton St., in downtown Versailles. Tony assists Lisa in the production of product and Lisa manages the store and does most of the marketing. (photo by Bryan E. Jones) by Bryan E. Jones It all started with a week-long family trip to Destin, Fla. during the summer of 2014. After several days of frolicking in the ocean salt water, Lisa noticed a marked difference in their teenaged children’s complexions. “On our way home, I realized how clear their faces were,” Lisa said. “Acne was almost completely gone and their faces were glowing!” In addition to the change in facial appearance, a nearly in-
fected spider bite on one of their son’s legs began healing rapidly and was no longer infected. Crediting the dramatic improvements to exposure to the salt water of the ocean, Lisa began to experiment with producing an all-natural sea-salt scrub to use daily. For about two years, Lisa experimented with various ingredients, ratios, measurements, combinations, and scents. Her family served as her “guinea pigs” during this development period.
“Mostly it was my husband, Tony, and my kids, Dustin and Shelby, who got to try all the new versions and provide feedback until we got it right. We had many failures.” After the initial trial-and-error phase, Lisa started giving samples to family and friends. The couple also began attending fairs and craft shows to get exposure for their products. “We started getting more and more requests for our products,” Lisa said. “People liked they
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were made with completely natural ingredients.” Lisa, originally from New York, moved to Stover in 1989. She had a career in mental health and served as a residential living assistant. Tony graduated in 1992 from Stover High School and works in the roofing and sheet-metal industry with a company based in Tulsa, Okla., Metal’s Better Roofing and Sheet Metal. As a matter of fact, Tony’s boss Pat Fryer and wife Cara Fryer, encouraged the Bakers to “take the leap” and expand their skin products line. Cara even designed the labels used on Queen B containers. “They were a major encouragement,” said Lisa. “I was nervous about taking the leap.” Nevertheless, with “a lot of hard work, determination, and faith,” Lisa quit her job and, together with Tony, opened the Queen B Naturals storefront at 113 W. Newton St. just off the downtown square in Versailles. At Queen B Naturals, everything is handcrafted in Versailles. The products are free from harsh, harmful chemicals and preservatives, contain fresh ingredients, and are made in small quantities. “We know exactly what’s in each product and if we can get the ingredients locally, we do,” said Lisa. “Our goal is to be locally provided and produced.” Lisa said all the products use the same ingredients, but are processed slightly differently, depending on the desired end product. “We use high-quality coconut oil, natural beeswax, shea butter, and other oils. All of these oils and natural products are all very good and beneficial for your skin,” she said.
Some of those final forms include lip balms, body butter, sugar/salt scrubs, baby bars, goats milk soaps, glycerin soaps, balms, body mist, essential oils, soy wax melts, bath bombs, hand sanitizer, and more. Lisa has even taken suggestions from local customer for new products and introduced them in her product line. The couple remodeled the entire store, paying out of pocket as they went. They have no business debt and did all the work themselves. “The business is paying for itself,” Tony said.
As for their reception in Versailles, “This town has responded well and welcomed us with open arms. It’s been nothing but good,” Lisa remarked. “I want to make it affordable for people to have good, pure products they can be confident using on their bodies,” she said. The Bakers have four children between them, Dustin, Dalton, Shelby, and Sadie. For more information about the Bakers or Queen B Naturals, call 573-434-1329 or drop by their store on Newton Street.
Tony Baker pours soy wax melts in the kitchen workshop of the couple’s home. Soon, production will be in a remodeled workshop behind the storefront in Versailles.
Some finished Queen B products.
Angie Story, from left, and her grandchildren Kile Hill and Karsen Hill, listen to reading instructor Cindy Campbell about the children’s school progress Thursday, Oct. 27 during parent-teacher conferences at Versailles Elementary School. (photo by Bryan E. Jones)
Holly Huff, from left, and Sunny Huff, a fifth-grade student, peruse the offerings available at the Scholastic book fair Thursday, Oct. 27 in the library at Versailles Elementary School. The book fair was scheduled the same evening as parent-teacher conferences and was well attended according to librarian Joni Spalding. (photo by Bryan E. Jones)
‘Taco Belle’ wins Sonic Drive-In gift cards A Halloween costume contest was Monday, Oct. 31, at Versailles High School. Students were allowed to put on costumes and winners in various categories received Sonic Drive-In gift cards. Manager of the Sonic Drive-In restaurant in Versailles, Travis Kurtz, left, congratulates Taco, also known as Kooper Wilson, and Belle from Beauty Kaylee Lundh, from left, uses a computer to show her mother Jessica Lundh her and the Beast, also known as Kelsie Byars, for being chosen as the overall winners grades and progress in William Bechtel’s science class Thursday, Oct. 27 during parin the costume competition, with each receiving a gift card. (photo by Chris Johnson) ent-teacher conference night at Versailles Middle School. (photo by Bryan E. Jones)
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