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La Plata High School Boys golf won districts by 31 strokes! They advance to Section 3 Tourny at 9am Monday May 11 at the La Nickell Golf Course in Columbia. Pictured are (L-R): Chaz D. Walgren - Coach, Jace Brown, Spencer Wrye, Baylon Belt, Ben Bolden, Logan Smith and Cole Smith.

Nancy & Baxter Haley Mercyville, MO La Plata Community Fire District Meeting The Board of Directors of the La Plata Community Fire Protection District will hold their regular monthly Meeting Monday , May 18th at 8:00 pm in the Depot Inn Meeting room. Items of Business will include payment of bills. Fire Chief Report, discussion of building plans for new stations and other items pertaining to the daily operation of the District. This is an open meeting and all patrons are welcome.

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The Macon High School golf won first place in the Clarence Cannon Conference. They went on to compete in the Boys Class 2 District and won 1st place. Pictured from left to right are: Aaron Brown, Jacob Orbin, Gavin Arnold, Nate Hilker and Alex Burden. (Melissa Hendricks)

May 16-22 is Safe Boating Week After World War I, the poppy became the official flower to memorialize the soldiers who died in battle. American Legion members will be exchanged handmade poppies for donations on Saturday, May 9th. Poppy Day in La Plata is sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary of Post 282. See story about Poppy Day history on Page 8B.

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Colonel J. Bret Johnson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to make the public aware of National Safe Boating Week, which takes place May 16-22, 2015. It’s getting to be the time of year when water enthusiasts will converge on Missouri’s many beautiful waterways. Safety should always be included in those plans to insure a wonderful day on the water is not interrupted by an unfortunate accident, injury, or something worse. The National Safe Boating Week occurs just prior to Memorial Day weekend, which many people consider the kickoff to the boating season. A thorough inspection of your boat is recommended prior to taking it out on the water. Weather, time, and other elements may affect the readiness of your boat. The Patrol’s marine operations troopers are available to inspect the required equipment on your boat and, at your request, to make sure you’re in compliance with state law. Knowing the laws on the water as well as being aware of the environment in which you

will be boating may keep you from becoming a statistic. In 2014, there were 179 boating accidents reported in Missouri, with 101 injuries, and 15 fatalities. Personal flotation devices for everyone on board is a must! Children under seven years old are required to wear a personal flotation device in a boat, but you are never too old to wear a life jacket! The majority of Missouri drownings on public waterways involve adults. Reducing your speed in unfamiliar areas and being aware of unusual water conditions respective to the size and type of boat you operate are just a couple of environmental considerations. Designating a sober boat operator is always a priority. “The concerns we all associate with an intoxicated driver, whether in a vehicle or a boat, are compounded by other environmental factors involved with boating. The wave action, extended exposure to the sun, and the wind all cause what is known as boater fatigue. When alcohol is combined with boater fatigue, reaction time and the overall thought

process are slowed substantially.” said Colonel Johnson. “We want Missourians and our visitors to enjoy our beautiful waterways, but it’s imperative to have a sober operator.” Life jackets are now lighter, less obtrusive, and more comfortable than ever before. The new inflatable life jackets allow mobility and flexibility for activities like boating, fishing, or paddling, and are much cooler in the warmer weather. There are many different varieties of inflatable jackets ranging from those that inflate instantly when submerged in the water to those that are manually inflated. All are designed to be more comfortable than the traditional life jacket. Life jackets save lives! Although not required by law, children playing along the shoreline or on a dock should wear a life jacket. A drowning can occur quickly, with little or no sign the victim is struggling. Other safe boating tips to be aware of include: 1) Be a defensive boat operator ... creating distance from other boats equals more reacContinued on Page 9A

1st Judicial Circuit Treatment Court Team Gifts for the baby shower at Macon Health Care Center were donated at a Mothers day Tea. The gift will be given to Deb Hartung from the Ray of Hope Pregnancy Care Ministry. (Photo Submitted)

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2015 members of the 41st Judicial Circuit Treatment Court Team are (front row, left to right) Felony Case Manager Kelly Lewis, Participant Liaison Linda Smith, Assistant Coordinator Ann Henry, Misdemeanor Case Manager Mary Dunbar, Treatment Provider Jessica Wellman and Shelby County Prosecuting Attorney Jordan Force. Standing are (left

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On Sat. May 2, 2015 Jeff Crow of the La Plata Community Fire Protection District was honored at the Fire Fighters Association of Missouri annual convention with the Heroic Life Saving Award. This award comes from a vehicle accident on Jan 11,2015 where Jeff was injured while saving the life of a fellow emergency responder. (Photo Submitted)

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CHURCH DIRECTORY

ATLANTA BAPTIST Chance Glenn, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Midweek Service

PRESBYTERIAN James Bolin, Pastor 9:00 a.m. Worship Each 1st, 3rd, &5th Sunday

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN – Matt Stieger- Minister Justin Miller -Minster 660-385-4813 Sunday 8am Worship 9:30am Worship and Sunday School 11am Worship Children’s Ministry is offered during all service. 6pm - Student Ministry(grade 6-12), God Rock Crew (grade 1-5) Little Lambs(ages 2- K) More info visit- www.lifeatthecrossroads.org

ATLANTA CHRISTIAN Daniel Brands, Minister 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:20 a.m. Morning Worship 2:00 p.m. Sunday – JAM (Jesus and Me) 6:30-8:00 p.m. Sunday – Youth ATLANTA UNITED METHODIST Larry DeSpain, Pastor 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 4th Wed LH Bible Study 5:30 p.m. 1st Wed. UM Women 3:15 p.m. Tuesday Adventure Club

ELDAD COMMUNITY CHURCH 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Preaching

BETHEL A.M.E.101 E 3rd ST. Rev. Mae Hall 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:30 a.m. Sunday School 3:30 p.m. Tuesday Bible Study

ELMER BAPTIST Danny Welte, Pastor 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Wed. Evening Service

BETHLEHEM METHODIST Larry DeSpain, Pastor 8:30 a.m Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Morning Worship

ELMER CHRISTIAN Bro. David Mason 10:00 a.m. Sunday school 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship

BEVIER FIRST BAPTIST Scott Dalrymple, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 7:00 p.m Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wed. Prayer Meeting

ETHEL CHRISTIAN CHURCH Gareth Reese, Preacher 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship

BEVIER COMMUNITY OF CHRIST Todd Davison. Pastor 9:15-Opening Worship 9:30-Sunday School Classes 10:30- Worship Service

ETHEL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Mary Ellen Waychoff, Pastor 10:00 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship Service

BRUSH CREEK PRIMITIVE BAPTIST 1104 LAWNDALE DR. (Goldsberry) Elder Kenneth Clevenger, Pastor 10:30am Services 4th Sunday 2:30 & 6:30 p.m. Saturday before 10:30 a.m. Morn. Service 1st Sun. CALLAO CHRISTIAN Minister: Josh Stucki 8:30 a.m. Traditional Service 9:40 a.m. Bible Classes 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service CHARITON RIDGE BAPTIST Rev. George Head, Pastor 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service

HEARTLAND COMMUNITY Rev. Charles N. Sharpe, Pastor Sunday: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 6:00 p.m. Evangelistic Service 7:00 p.m. Mon. Discovery Class Tues. Prayer Meeting, Wed. Midweek service, Thur, “Power House” Youth Service (Grades 7-12), Fri. Women’s Bible Study, Sat. Intercessory Prayer Meeting. HOLY TRINITY MISSIONARY BAPTIST 807 S RUTHERFORD ST. Rev. Jeffrey Green Assoc. Minister Eddie Troy Music Minister James Tolson 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 p.m. Worship Service 5:00 p.m. Wed. Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m. Wed Bible Study

FAITH BAPTIST 57 S. RUBEY Adam Steeves, Pastor 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Morning Sermon 6:00 p.m. Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Wed. Bible Study FAMILY LIFE FELLOWSHIP MOBERLY Vic Comstock 10:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Sunday Celebration Times 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Adult Bible Study & Kids-In-Church

KASEYVILLE BAPTIST Dale Britt, Pastor Pastor Perry Martin 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. Small Groups 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship

FIRST CHRISTIAN 806 E. BRIGGS DR. Dr. David Leslie, Senior Pastor 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship

LIGHTHOUSE ASSEMBLY OF GOD Mike McMain, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wed. Study & Prayer

FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST Harvey Hivner, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Preaching Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Business meeting after Sunday School, 1st Sun. each month, 5th Sun. Services as usual.

CHRISTIAN WORSHIP CENTER 30064 LAKE STREET Ron Thomason, Pastor 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Church 7:00 p.m. Saturday Eve. Service

GOSPEL CENTER CHURCH Pastor Elaine Allred Sunday 9 am KTLI Radio Service, 9:44 Sunday School, 11 am Morning Worship, 7 pm Evening Worship Wednesday 7 pm Mid-Week Service

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION 402 N ROLLINS, MACON Father David Veit Masses: Saturday 5:30p.m. Macon Sunday 8:00 a.m. Bevier, 10:00 a.m. Macon Confessions: 4:30-5:10 pm

FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 32838 HWY 63 S. Kelly Perry, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m Worship Service 7:00 p.m. Wed. Evning Service, Small Groups, Youth Groups

CHARITON PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH State Highway 3, Callao, MO Elder Dillon Thurman, Pastor 10:30 am Worship Service 2nd & 4th Sunday

GIFFORD CHRISTIAN David Moore, Minister 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Church Service GOSPEL CENTER 600 VINE ST. Elaine Allred, Pastor 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 5:30p.m. Sunday Youth Group 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship 7:00 p.m. Evening Service 7:30 p.m. Wed. Midweek Service

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CHURCH OF GOD (HOLINESS) 514 COVEY RISE LANE Reverend Ralph Wheeler 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Service COLLEGE MOUND

LA PLATA FIRST BAPTIST Pastor Matthew Tanner 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship Monday: Awana Wednesday (only): Bible Study at 6pm LA PLATA CHRISTIAN Scott McNay, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:40 Worship LA PLATA PRESBYTERIAN Rev. John Becker 10:40 a.m. Worship Service LA PLATA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 214 N. Gex Street Karen Coy, Pastor Sunday Worship - 8 a.m. 3rd Wed. @6 p.m. - Supper with Friends

MACON APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL 505 RIGGS ST. James LeDeay, Pastor 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship 7:00 p.m. Evangelistic Service 7:00 p.m. Wed. Bible Study MACON CHURCH OF CHRIST 32346 US HWY 63 S. Steven Saunders, Minister 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship 1:00 p.m. Afternoon Worship

MACON CHURCH OF THE OPEN DOOR Full Gospel 32310 U.S. HWY 63 S. Terry Kaiser, Pastor 660-295-4448 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Praise & Worship 6:30 p.m. Wed. Prayer & Study MACON COUNTY LARGER PARISH Rev. Mary Ellen Waychoff, Pastor Ethel Presbyterian 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service NEW CAMBRIA UNITED CHURCH 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service MACON COUNTY COWBOY CHURCH, Callao, MO Brother Arch Philips Thursdays 7 pm, Fellowship 6:30. All denominations MACON FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 302 N. RUTHERFORD MACON 660-385-3714 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 7:45, 9:00, & 10:30 a.m. Adult Small Groups/ Sunday School. 6:00 p.m. Family Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed Crossover, ages 6- 12 in Legacy Chapel: J12 (Comprehensive Bible teaching plan), ages 3 years-5th grade Stars Sept. Register online http://www.hopeforMacon.com MACON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 321 N. ROLLINS Julie King, Pastor 9:00a.m. Morning Worship 10:00 a.m. Church School, classes for all ages. MACON RESTORATION BRANCH OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Gabriel Andres, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Church Services MACON SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 30323 LAKE ST Curtis Denny, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Sabbath School 11:00 a.m. Church Service MACON UNITED METHODIST 208 PEARL Carl Knapp, Pastor 660-385-2156 8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship 11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship 9:45 a.m. All Ages Group Studies

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The Shepherd Calls by Dr. H. Wade Paris Learning the Rules The fire alarm went off in the middle of our Sunday morning worship service. I asked the ushers to check and see if it was legitimate or false alarm. In a few minutes, they reported a child in the nursery had pulled the fire alarm. There was no fire. The retired Kansas City Fire Chief and a retired Fire Marshall were members of our church. They had some concerns that I may have put the congregation at risk. They seemed to think we should have immediately vacated the premises. After some discussion, a committee was appointed to investigate the matter and write a policy for such occurrences. Several meetings later, they submitted a policy that said, “In the event the fire alarm sounds during a service, the pastor, or whoever is in charge, will ask the ushers or other appropriate persons to investigate the matter. They will then report to the pastor, or whoever is in charge; and he will give instructions on what to do.” Aren’t committees wonderful? They wrote a policy instructing us to do exactly what we did. Seems like people want a rule or a policy for everything. Whatever happened to good common sense? When you keep making rules, soon the rules are more important than the actions. Jesus healed a man blind from birth. Immediately people were critical, not of the healing but because he didn’t do it according to the rules. Huh? A man blind from birth could now see! One day someone asked Jesus, “What is the most important rule?” Jesus said, “If you will love God with all your heart and love your neighbor as much as you love yourself, that is all the rule you need.” I like that.

NEW HOPE BAPTIST JACKSONVILLE Dave Crutchfield, Pastor 5:30 p.m. Sunday School 6:30 p.m. Worship Service NEW LIFE CHAPEL 809 S. ROLLINS Olin W.Roper,Pastor 9:45 am Sunday School 10:45 am Morning Worship OPEN ARMS BAPTIST CHURCH 202 CRESCENT DRIVE Rich Wills, Pastor Jason Clema, Youth Director 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service/Children’s Church 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Youth Street 6:30 p.m. Wed Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Wed. Kids Club 6:30 p.m. Wed. Youth meet SACRED HEART BEVIER Father David Veit 6:00 p.m. Tuesday Sunday Mass 8:00 am Confessions 7:30am ST. MARY OF THE ANGELS WEIN, MO Fr. Michael Murphy Mass: Sunday @8:45am and Wednesday @ 6pm. TEN MILE BAPTIST 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship

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Genelee Beckley

Genelee Beckley, age 92, of Macon, MO, formerly of Clarence, MO, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, MO. She was born November 5, 1922, in Leonard, MO, the daughter of Garrett and Nellie Thorp Kidwell. On January 4, 1942, she was united in marriage to Donald Beckley at Leonard, MO. He preceded her in death on January 29, 1997. Genelee is survived by six children, Donna Larrick and husband John of Macon, MO, David Beckley of Memphis, MO, Jim Beckley and wife Pooch of Clarence, MO, Karen Forman of Kansas City, MO, Laura Loring and husband David of Columbia, MO and John Beckley and wife Deanna of Clarence, MO; twentythree grandchildren, John Lee Larrick, Annette Mosley, Marla Fuller, Curt Beckley, Cheryl Beckley, Jennifer Crawford, Valerie Crawford, Mikayla Beckley, Mikenzie Beckley, Carol Mollick, Tassie Robertson, James Beckley, Jerry Beckley, Brandi Beckley, Jennifer Forman, Lynd Forman, Brian Forman, Sarah Andrews, Matthew Loring, Brittany Beckley, Casey Beckley, Darcy Beckley and Kelsey Beckley; twenty-nine great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild, Emaline Arvidson and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Don Beckley; three sisters, Florence Carney, Jane Rainey and Della Craggs and one brother, Earnest Lee Kidwell. Genelee was a graduate of Leonard High School and a member of the Clarence Christian Church. She belonged to the Republican Party and Neighborly Neighbors Extension Club. Genelee loved cooking, especially for her family and other people, gardening, watching basketball and remembering the time she spent playing basketball in Vallier’s Hall in Leonard. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm on Friday, May 8, 2015, at the Greening-Eagan-Hayes Funeral Home in Clarence, MO, burial followed in Maplewood Cemetery. Visitation was held at the Funeral Home in Clarence from 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 7, 2015.

Jack Robert Emanuel

March 29, 1943, - May 6, 2015 Jack Robert Emanuel, 72, of Macon, MO, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, at the Clarence Care Center.

Jack was born on March 29, 1943, in San Antonio, TX, the son of Robert and Leila (Crawford) Emanuel. He was united in marriage to Lynda DeRooi on May 8, 1964 in Oskaloosa, IA. Jack was a member of the First Baptist Church in Macon, Carousel Productions, and the Macon Elks Lodge where he served as Exalted Ruler. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, mowing, riding his motorcycle, performing in musicals and especially spending time with his grandchildren. Jack is survived by five children, Teresa Thrasher and husband Layne of Macon, MO, Michael Emanuel and wife Teresa of Smithville, MO, Jeffrey Emanuel and wife Susan of Macon, MO, Marc Emanuel and wife Lesly of Farmington, MO, and Dionne “DeDe” Butner of Macon, MO, fourteen grandchildren, Shelby, Christian, Hayden, Brandon, Lauren, Brock, Hunter, Jacob, Nathan, Patrick “P.J.”, Braden, Logan, Megan, and Callie, one great-grandchild, Luke, and his mother, Leila Emanuel of University Park, IA, five siblings, Pam Emanuel of Oskaloosa, IA, Dennis Emanuel and wife Jane of Wentzville, MO, Gwen Bresee and husband Bernie of Oskaloosa, IA, Elana Morrow and husband Terry of Oskaloosa, IA and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, his wife, and daughter-in-law Christy Emanuel. Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at Greening-Eagan-Hayes Funeral Home in Macon. Burial, with military honors, will be at Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville. Visitation will be from 12:00 to 2:00 pm, Wednesday afternoon, at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Macon Elks Lodge

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LA PLATA AFTER PROM 2015 The La Plata After Prom committee and the students at La Plata High School would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who contributed to the success of the After Prom party. Thank you for helping provide a safe and fun alternative to keep the party going once prom is over. We genuinely appreciate your contribution!!! DONOR Admire Evergreen AJ’s Alan Spencer, Macon Co. Assessor American Family Insurance, Jerry Phipps American Trust Bank Apple Basket Aquatic Center, Kirksville Parks & Recreation Atalpal Club 1, c/o Ellen Wood Bank of Kirksville Belfield Insurance & Real Estate Benson Law Firm, LLC Beta Sigma Phi--Alpha Beta Alpha Beta Sigma Phi--Upsilon MU Bud Payne Bulldog Backers, c/o Nicole Fleak Burger King C & R Market Cardwell Lumber Casey’s General Store Century 21 Whitney Agency Chad & Katy Sawyer Chariton Valley Charlie Thompson Insurance Christy’s Auction Service Clay’s RV Service & Sales Colton’s Steakhouse & Grill Community Presbyterian Church Crop Production Services, Donald Simpson Crown Family Medicine Davis, Playle, Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home Depot Inn & Suites Diner 54 Domino’s Pizza Downtown Cinema 8 Drew Belt, Associate Co. Commissioner D’Zines by T Ferrell Moots, DO & Timberline Clinic Fouch’s Christmas Tree Farm Frick & Cundiff, PC Grandma’s Home Cookin Grease Lightning Hawkins Insurance Group Helton Appliance Hollister Incorporated Hy-Vee Home Press Jeff and Donna Hettinger Joy Taylor John Gillum, CPA Dick Jones Kelly Furniture Kent J. Blanke, DO Kirksville Daily Express Kirksville Farm & Home Kraft Foods La Fuente Mexican Restaurant La Plata Baptist Church La Plata Christian Church La Plata Family Practice Clinic, Dr. Sylvara La Plata Lions Club La Plata Men’s Golf Assn., c/o Rabbi East

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Helen Beatrice Pilkington

February 22, 1935 - May 2, 2015 Helen Beatrice Pilkington, 80, of Macon, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2015 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Mo. She was born February 22, 1935 to Edgar Thomas and Helen Susie (Gibson) Gravitt. Helen called Randolph County home for over 60 years. She was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing and embroidery and going to garage sales. She was an avid reader and attended Immanuel Baptist Church. Those preceding her in death are her parents; brother, Edgar Gravitt; sister, Thelma Beach; husband, Marion Pilkington; and great granddaughter, Dorothy Sueanna Pilkington. Survivors include her siblings, Eve (Raymond) Davis of California, William Daniel Gravitt of Sturgeon, MO and Marion (Linda) Gravitt of Moberly, MO; children, Brenda (Rick Bailey) Gwinner of Moberly, MO, Sherry Rich of Macon, MO and Steven (Sueanna) Pilkington of Iowa; grandchildren, Natasha Norris of Moberly, MO, James E. Jr. (Stefanie) Reed of Moberly, Mo, Dustin D. Reed of Armstrong, MO, Jessica (Robert) Briggs of Mexico, MO, Matthew (Kayla) Rich of Moberly, MO Steven Jr. (Beth) Pilkington of Ollie, IA Juston Pilkington of the Phillipines Islands, Sheryl Pilkington and Willie Pilkington both of Fairfield, IA; twelve great grandchildren, extended family and friends. Services celebrating Helen’s life were held Friday, May 8, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Pathway Memorial Funeral Home. Interment followed at Oakland Cemetery in Moberly, Mo. Visitation was held from 12:00 noon until the time of service. Memorial Contributions are appreciated to the American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Rd., Suite 105, Columbia, MO 65202. Pathway Memorial Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Eddie Cecil, age 87, of Bethel, MO, passed away Monday, May 4, 2015, at Salt River Community Care in Shelbina, MO. He was born January 6, 1928, in Greensboro, NC, the son of Claude Lee and Blanche Goff Cecil. On January 6, 1954, he was united in marriage to Mary Lou Mesmer at Bethel, MO. She survives. Eddie is also survived by one son, Wally Cecil of Shelbyville, MO; one sister, Faye Adams of Lexington, SC and one brother Neil Cecil and wife Helen of Roundleman, NC. He was preceded in death by his parents; one infant daughter; one brother, David Cecil and one sister, Jewell Cox. Eddie was a Baptist by faith. He worked for Quincy Compressor for twenty-five years. Eddie enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family and friends. Memorial services were held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 9, 2015, at the GreeningEagan-Hayes Funeral Home in Shelbina, MO. Visitation was held from 12:00 to 2:00 pm on Saturday at the Funeral Home in Shelbina.

Evan Meryle Mikel

December 25, 1941 - April 24, 2015 Evan Meryle Mikel age 73, passed away from natural causes, peacefully in his longtime Manhattan Beach residence on April 24, 2015. Evan was an only child, born in LaPlata, Missouri on December 25, 1941 to Evan Lloyd Mikel and Josephine Mikel. In his youth, Evan earned the distinction of “Eagle Scout,” which is the highest advancement rank in Boy Scouting. He was also an accomplished swimmer. Evan met his future wife while attending LaPlata High School, in LaPlata, Missouri. He married his high school sweetheart, Verla Madge Jerome, on March 3, 1962. He earned his B.A. and teaching credential at North East Missouri State Teachers College in Kirksville, Missouri, followed by his Master’s Degree. Following a stay in Santa Fe, New Mexico they moved to Redondo Beach, California in 1965, purchasing their current home on Mathews Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA in 1969. Evan is survived by his wife of 53 years Verla Madge Mikel of Manhattan Beach, California; daughter and son-in-law, Jacqueline Renee Mikel and Paul Edward Bianchi of San Ramon, California; son and daughter-in-law, Evan “Brandon” Mikel and Heidi Metz Mikel of San Luis Obispo, California; and granddaughter Morgan Jerome Foletta of Bilbao, Spain. Evan Meryle Mikel was a beloved teacher at Mira Costa High School, Manhattan Beach California for over 35 years until his retirement in the early 2000’s. Former students recognized Evan around town for years and even decades after they had graduated; even continuing to fondly address him as “Mr. Mikel,” as they had when he was their teacher. In addition to teaching math, he also taught Driver’s Training; teaching many former students on the road today, how to drive. Evan was known to carry a book with him at all times, never knowing when the opportunity would present itself, to catch up on his latest detective or crime novel. He was known to enjoy good rock music, attending numerous concerts of his favorite artists. He also enjoyed liberal politics and beginning in the 1960’s volunteered countless hours campaigning for his candidates of choice. He enjoyed traveling to numerous parts of Europe. He was known to enjoy a nice glass of wine or a cold beer. Evan was an affectionate and humorous man who loved his children, Jacqueline and Evan “Brandon” and cherished his granddaughter, Morgan. Evan was extremely devoted to his wife Verla, for whom he had been caring for at their home, since her Alzheimer’s diagnosis in 2012. Evan lived his life, similar to one of his favorite quotes, “May peace be with you.” A Memorial Service will be held in Evan Meryle Mikel’s honor at 9:30 a.m., May 17, 2015 at Red Robin Restaurant in the South Bay Galleria, located at 1815 Hawthorne Blvd., Redondo Beach California 90278. The family kindly requests that any donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org.

John 14:1-4 “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. And you know the way to where I am going.”

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The Macon Tiger took a well-earned break this week with a single game against the Hannibal Pirates. The Tigers put on their wader’s and took a little ride to Mark Twain’s hometown next to the “Big Muddy”. It looked like both offenses were a little waterlogged with neither team able to mount much offense. It was not until extra innings when one of them put a run on the board. “With the score tied 0-0 going in to the 10th inning, Christian Thrasher led off the inning with a single. Christian would be erased on a force out at second base. After another force out on 2nd base Skyler Thomas who reached base on a fielder’s choice would steal 2nd base with 2 outs giving us a runner on 2nd and 2 outs. Ethan Foster would hit a pinch hit RBI single to right center field to score Skyler and give us the only run of the game.” Coach Robuck. The Tigers returned home with the victory and rested up for graduation and Districts. “It was a tough night to be a hitter. The pitchers had a generous strike zone to work with and both teams had guys on the mound who were throwing well. Christian and Collin both pitched great for us tonight and recorded a lot of strikeouts. I told our guys after the game they did a great job of hanging in there and finding a way to win this one. We showed a lot of grit and determination and that is something you definitely want to see as a Coach.” Robuck. For Macon, Taylor Michalski 1-2 with a stolen base, Ethan Foster 1-1 with a pinch hit RBI single in the 10th inning Collin Patrick, Christian Thrasher, and Meade Fry all had 1 hit each. On the mound Christian Thrasher went 5 scoreless innings allowing no runs and only one hit with 10 strikeouts. He was followed by Collin Patrick matched Thrasher with 5 scoreless innings of his own, he also allowed no runs on a single hit with 11 strikeouts and getting the win. Representative

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The La Plata Bulldogs started off their week with a trip to Green City to take on some Gophers on Tuesday. Pipes started the game off on the right foot with a single to center. The Dogs would not be able to push him past second and the rally fizzled. La Plata would get another runner on in the 2nd with a Larson walk but yet again would strand the runner. Green City would break the scoring with a run in the home half of the 2nd inning. For the third inning in a row a La Plata runner would reach, this time by error, but was not able to score. In the top of the 4th it looked as if the Dogs would break through. With two outs Davison reached on an error. Larson followed with an infield single and the Dogs had runners on the corners. However the inning would end with a fly out and the score remained 1-0 Green City. In the 5th La Plata loaded the bases with a Carr walk, a Riggins single and a Jace Brown walk. Yet again the inning ended on a fly ball to center and the bases packed with Bulldogs. The Gophers would break through with three more runs in the 5th to make the score 4-0. The Dogs would finally pry the cap off home plate in the 7th. Pipes singled with one out, Riggins walked, Brown had an infield single and the bases were loaded. Alex Smith grounded out to second and Pipes picked up the loan La Plata run. The Bulldogs returned home with a 5-1 loss. Jace Brown was 1-3, Kirk Larson 1-3, Trevor Pipes 2-4 run, Alex Smith RBI and Tanner Riggins 1-3. Pipes went 6 innings on the mound giving up 3 earned runs and striking out 8. La Plata continued the road theme of the week with a trip to Bevier. In the first Jace Brown singled but could not get past second base by the end of the inning. Bevier was able to hang up an early run on a Bulldog error and a run scoring single, 1-0 Bevier. The La Plata offense was not able to mount much of an attack over the next few innings but neither could Bevier. Tanner Riggins was dealing on the mound and was pitching one of his better games of the year. It was not until the top of the sixth when the Bulldogs were able to even the scoring. Tanner Riggins helped himself to lead off the inning with a solo homerun to leftfield and tie the game 1-1. In the top of the 7th with two outs Pipes walked. Brown reached on an error that sent Pipes who was running on the play scampering home. Tanner ended the game with a strikeout to complete his dominate performance. Tanner was 1-4 with the solo homerun, on the mound he went seven innings, allowing one hit and one unearned run. Riggins finished with 11 strikeouts. Jace Brown 1-4, Pipes with a run scored and Ty Davison was 1-3. The Bulldogs went to the bus with a hard-fought 2-1 win.

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The Wildcats opened the weeks play with a home tilt against the La Plata Bulldogs. The Wildcats struck an early blow against the Bulldogs with a run in the first inning. Colby Peukert reached on an error to first base. Richardson would chase Colby home with a single to short. Bevier led early 1-0. The Wildcats would threaten again with Humphreys getting hit by a pitch and Ferguson walking in the 3rd. The Cats could not get either across home plate and the score remained 1-0. The Wildcats could not mount any offense the rest of the game. La Plata was able to tie the game in the 6th and take the lead in the 7th. The Wildcats dropped a heartbreaker to the Bulldogs 2-1. For Bevier Peukert scored a run and Richardson was 1-3 with a RBI. Bailey went 7 strong innings on the mound, giving up 3 hits, one earned run and striking out four. The Wildcats finished the week with a home game against the Linn County Mustangs on Thursday May 7th. The Wildcats went to battle with Luke Long taking the mound for Bevier. The Mustangs were able to pull ahead and hold off the Wildcats to take a 7-5 victory over Bevier. For the Wildcats, Garrett Bailey 1-3, Izek Ferguson 1-3 run and a RBI, Dalton Ferguson 1-3, Luke Long 1-4 RBI, Colby Peukert with a run and Caleb Richardson 1-3 run and a RBI. The Wildcats move on to district play next week in La Plata.

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The BMC Raiders took to the road for a long trip to Brashear to battle the Tigers on Monday May 4th. This game was a makeup contest from March 26th. The Raiders scored early and often to start the game. They plated 2 runs in the first and 5 more in the second to hold a dominate 7-0 lead early. The Raiders gave up only 2 runs to the Tigers in the 3rd inning. The Raiders would keep up the offense and return home early with a dominate 14-2 victory. Next week the Raiders end the regular season with a road game Monday night against Northwestern and then move on to District play at Purdin, MO.

The Atlanta Hornets started of the week with a contest just a short drive down highway 63 to Cairo. “Solid defense and execution when it mattered most allowed the Hornets to come away victorious over Cairo tonight 3-2. Marty Halley went the distance on the mound for the now 7-3 Hornets. Chase Wait was 2 for 4 with a HR, Eric Baker and Dylan Downey each scored runs for the Hornets.” Coach Nick Pfeiffer “Atlanta was able to come away victorious on Senior night with an 8-6 win over Westran. Collan Thrasher went the distance on the mound giving up 3 earned runs and striking out 11. Marty Halley, Lane Waddle, and Trace Johnston all hit home runs for the hornets and drove in 7 as a group. Chase Wait scored a run for Atlanta as well. The only other hit on the night came from Eric Baker. The Hornets will wrap up their regular season schedule next week with Brashear before heading into district play.” Coach Pfeiffer

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It is finally Summer and we are having such great weather. I have iris, peonies, and roses getting ready to burst into bloom. Thank you God for all the beautiful and colorful flowers. Please remember these two dates: June 5 and 6 will be the Christian Church Youth Garage Sale. A great group of kids will be working real hard to make money for their trip this summer, so be sure to come. The next date will be June 17-20. That is the date of the Clarence Homecoming. I know none of you want to miss this. Hope all of you can make it to these two great events. Last Thursday my grandson Derek came and helped us build a dog pen. The dog pin was in the sun and it needed work. Therefore Derek came and redid the pen. It is now under a tree and Cody and Jackie will have shade so they can play outside. This was a good day to finish the pen as Thursday was Cody’s 6th birthday. My puppy is getting old. Thursday evening Cody and I went for a walk. Marylou Peeper was at Carolyn Hill’s yard so we stopped to visit both of our friends. We had a nice long visit then we walked home with Marylou. Friday I went to Macon and went to three garage sales then I went to my daughter and son-in-law’s in Atlanta. John and Bonnie went to Kansas City for Friday and Saturday. They went to eat, did some shopping and went to see the new Avengers Movie. They have a new puppy named Lila and she is so cute. She is being house broke and needed to be watched. I had a lot of fun. I walked Lila several times. I walked the pasture and woods on their property, played with their other dogs and enjoyed some new movies. They got back Saturday afternoon, and had lots of fun. I had more fun playing with the puppy. Sunday I went to Sunday School and Church. We had a carry in dinner for the ones who are graduating High School. I had a wonderful visiting with my friends and enjoying a wonderful dinner. Monday morning I planted my garden. I have two different plots of ground for garden, one is in the sun all the time and the other one gets a little shade. I usually just plant tomatoes, peppers, green beans, zucchini, and cucumbers. But since I don’t have to work now I added lots of good things for fun. I planted kale, okra, Swiss chard, watermelon, and muskmelon. Should be fun to have such a variety. Later that morning my daughter Laura came to visit. She brought along her grandson, who is my great grandson, Kayden, for a visit. It was so fun to have them here. Kaylee had an appointment so we got to have Kayden. Later Monday afternoon Cody and I went to visit our neighbor Carolyn Stender. We had a great visit. Then we went on down the street and visited Brenda and Perry Sizemore. They are very nice people and they have a beautiful flock of chickens. They have two roosters who are very beautiful and we had fun watching them. Cody did not find them great as he laid down in Brenda’s yard and was napping. Tuesday morning I worked at the Gift Shop at the Samaritan Hospital. I always love working there and get to talk to lots of nice people. After I got home I went to visit my neighbor Amanda Brown and her amazing kids. They are all so nice. Today I actually stayed home and cleaned my house real good top to bottom. If you know how big my house is that is quite a job. Everyone remember that school is out in less than 2 weeks. Please watch out for children playing in the street. Let’s not have any accidents involving kids this summer. Praying all of you have a wonderful week.........Patty

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ConAgra’s Child Hunger Ends Here Committee presented The Food Bank with a check for $5,227.04, which at the food bank equals 78,405 lbs of food. L-R: Ron Lingard, Lesa Dennis, Glenda Bailey, Jo Bridgewater, Carol Graham, Susan Dublin, & Jessica Claybrook. Not Pictured: Grace Deboer, Kevin Robinson, Jody Summers, Scott Morey, Sam Downey, Marcy Grammer, & Donna Thomas.

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CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES ADAIR CO R-II

Allison Garrett Parents: Mike and Deb Garrett Future Plans: Truman State University

Abigail Hall Parents: Russell and Angie Hall Future Plans: MACC-Vet Tech

Rebecca Story Gabriel Thomas Parents: Mark and Shelley Story Parents: Doug and Becky Thomas Future Plans: William Woods Future Plans: Missouri University Western-Pre Dental

Rachel Heimer Parents: Andy Heimer and the late Kara Heimer Future Plans: Marriage/Be Happy

Chance Hill Parents: Todd and Traci Hill Future Plans: Truman State University-Accounting

Allison Thompson Parents: Roger and Dana Thompson Future Plans: University of Missouri/Columbia-Journalism

Rhiannon Ashley Lee Turner Parents: Keith and Sheri Turner Future Plans: CollegePhotography

Jacob Reeves Hannah Mason Parents: Kim Mason/Jill Mason Parents: Matt and Cheryl Reeves Future Plans: NCMC-Agriculture Future Plans: MWSU-Art Therapy

Kimberlina Walitshek Parents: Don and Mary Walitshek Future Plans: College Criminal Justice

Shelby Watson Parents: Tim and Kim Watson Future Plans: MACC-Early Childhood Education

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Chandler Reece Ahlbom

Levi Joseph Albright

Madeline Adelle Armstrong

Gavin Timothy Arnold

Sadie Kalyn Barnett

Jacob Randall Beauchamp

Torey Dion Beauchum

Dominic James Bergfield

Eric Vaughan Blanton

Andrea Cathryn Renee Bright

Morgan Renae Brower

Aaron Daniel Brown

Adam William Brown

Dennis Charles Buckingham

Bradley James Burkhardt

Shelbe Faye Butner

Tyler Wayne Carlson

Auburn Grace Casady

Jacob Charles Casady

Allison Anne Chambers

Katie Roxanne Clapp

Eric Scott Claypoole

Angelina Marie Cleary

Justin Tyler Cook

Katy Briann Cook

Andrew Jackson Cosby

Justin Michael Craigg

Tiffany Marie Cunningham

Grant Donovan E Douglas

Ariana Charrel Duckworth

John Patrick Ryan Dwiggins

Devin Anthony Flores

Jordyn Michelle Fry

Austin Kenneth Gordan

Breanna Hope Gottman

Madison June Grammer

Cody Ray Hall

Chase Douglas Harrington

Hannah Zhi Dan Hartung

Hadley Beth Harvey

Nathan James Hilker

Sherry Lynn Hodge

Tabitha Renee Holton

Skyler Austin Johnson

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Chase Cassidy Lewis

Joseph Canard Lewis

Josie Halen Linder

Kelli Diane Lorenzo

Jacob Lee Lowery

Morgan Grant Lowery

Taylor Joseph Michalski

Clint Allen Miller

Katie Lynn Moore

Luke Harrison Mosley

Jonathon Earl Murray

Karla Wanda Augustina Naegeli

Benjamin Covely Nelson

Rebecca Rae Nelson

Stephen Jay Olinger

Kyra Colleen Oliver

Jacob Scott Orbin

Ethan Drew Pagliai

Collin Michael Patrick

Caleb David Perry

Ryan Wilson Peterman

Zachary Ryan Piatt

Brent Christopher Pipes

Amelia Kay Prenger

Brody Levi Preston

Andrew Jacob Pruett

Brandon Michael Quido

Nicholas Tucker Rainey

Jeri Lorraine Ratcliffe

Breanne Faye Rector

Torey Paige Rhoades

Rachel Ann Richardson

Brandon Michael Ruggles

James Wesley Savage

Walter James Schaefer

JoAnn Marie Schwieter

Dayne Anthony Shrum

Paul David Shrum

Faith Marklynn Slagle

Jaylenne Gail Smith

Tyrin Deandre Smithson

Brandon Alexander Sontheimer

Jacob Duane Sullivan

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Shalyla Collier daughter of Richard and Shallon Collier. Her future plans are to attend MACC or UMKC and obtain a degree in the health field

Trace Johnston Son of Mark and Frankie Johnston. He plans to complete the Law Enforcement Training Program at MACC in order to become a Missouri State Highway Trooper.

Kailin Dunham Daughter of Alissa Thurman. Her future plans are to attend nursing school at MACC or Miles City College.

Sage Gosset Daughter of Brandi Knox and Christophe Gosset. Her future plans are to attend college and major in psychology.

Justin Grigsby Son of Rick and Trish Grigsby. His future plans include attending Northwest

Korbin Nelson Gunnels Son of Richard and Jody Gunnels and Jarrod and Koreen Rapp. His future plans are to attend MACC, then transfer to Northwest and major in agriculture.

Colby Martin Halley Son of Matt and Twila Halley. His future plans are to attend NCMC in Trenton and study agriculture.

Christina Pennington Daughter of Duane and Sharon Pennington. Her future plans are to attend the University of Missouri and major in Agribusiness

Layne “Phil” Phillips Son of Michael and Kelly Phillips. His future plans are to leave the country and become a missionary.

Nick Romanetto Son of Beth Romanetto and Kurt and Kim Romanetto. He plans to become an electrician.

Jessie Simons Daughter of Barry and Donette Foot. She plans to graduate with her CDA degree and continue her education in early childhood.

Collan Drew Thrasher Son of Larry and Shara Thrasher. His future plans include playing baseball at the College of the Ozarks in Branson and majoring in physical education.

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Chase Wait Son of Sarah and Josh Swallow and Jesse Wait. He plans to attend Linn Tech.

Austin York Son of Brandy and Stephen Petre. He plans to become an auto and diesel mechanic and then become a diagnostics engineer.

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In the Estate of KARSA D BRIGHAM-SWETLAND, Deceased Case No. 15MA-PR00002

For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Tiffany Rollison, dated April 29, 2005, and recorded on April 29, 2005, Document No. 20050977, in Book No. 856, at Page 179 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Macon County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on May 26, 2015, at 1:30 PM, at the South Front Door of the Macon County Courthouse, Macon, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash:

NOTICE OF LETTERS OF TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Independent Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of KARSA D BRIGHAM-SWETLAND, Decedent: On April 14, 2015, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of KARSA D BRIGHAM-SWETLAND, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri. The personal representative may administer the estate independently without adjudication, order, or direction of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless a petition for supervised administration is made to and granted by the court. The name, business address and phone number of the personal representative is:

ALL OF LOT FOUR (4) IN BLOCK ONE (1) IN STRONG'S SUBDIVISION IN CITY OF MACON, MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI., commonly known as 108 Summit Drive, Macon, MO, 63552 subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs. James D. Smiser Successor Trustee First Publication: April 29, 2015. For more information, visit www.southlaw.com

RODNEY SWETLAND, 2645 E MONROE AVE, ORANGE, CA 92867 The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: ANDREW REX FARWELL, 715 NORTH BALTIMORE, KIRKSVILLE, MO 63501. All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent's death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent's liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo.

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. 178089 / Invoice No. 178089-732341).

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Date of the decedent's death: 30-JAN-2014 Date of first publication: 22-APR-2015 /s/Denice Ziebarth, Deputy Clerk 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 above referenced Circuit Court.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of: PATRICIA ANN ERMAN EPPENAUER, Deceased. Estate No. 15MA-PR00019 NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Supervised Administration) TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA ANN ERMAN EPPENAUER, DECEASED: On April 15, 2015, the Last Will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, LUISA B. CZAMANSKE was appointed the Personal Representative of the Estate of PATRICIA ANN ERMAN EPPENAUER, Deceased, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri. SHORE DRIVE, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64151. name, business address and phone number is RICHARD WINKIE, 101 E. SHERIDAN ST., P.O. BOX 502, MACON, MO 63552; 660-385-2244.

of this Notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the Personal Representative, then within two (2) 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 (6) month period and such two (2) month period do not extend the limthe Decedent’s death, as provided in §473.444, RSMo., or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in §473.033 RSMo., shall be construed to bar any action against a Decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a Defendant ad Litem pursuant to §537.021, RSMo. Date of Decedent’s death: MARCH 19, 2015 Date of First Publication: APRIL 22, 2015 (Seal) Denice Ziebarth, Probate Clerk Dates of Publication April 22, 29, May 6 and 13, 2015

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Park & Recreation Board of La Plata will be taking closed bids on a 3 year lease to hay the property surrounding the La Plata City Reservoir. Lease packets are available at La Plata City Hall. Must be turned in to La Plata City Hall by 5-11-2015. For more information call 660-342-7639. Insurance Management Opportunity Busy insurance executive with Bankers Life and Casualty Company needs someone to personally learn all aspects of the business. Interested individuals will begin as an insurance sales agent that could lead to a management position within six months to a year. Individuals must be of good moral character and eager to learn. Potentially earn $40,000 to $60,000 in your first year. Position offers unlimited upward mobility for someone who works hard and is determined to succeed. To schedule an interview, please call 573-449-3979 ext.101 EOE 19349

La Plata Nursing Home is now hiring a team player for the following positions:

Housekeeping - Day Shift CNA - Evening & Night Part-time Transporter

Long-term Care experience preferred Apply in person to: La Plata Nursing Home 100 Old Stagecoach Road La Plata, MO 63549

FT Care Coodinator Needed

Hannibal Council on Drug and Alcohol Abuse is now accepting resumes for the position of FT Care Coordinator. Duties include conducting groups, intakes, and individual sessions. Degree in a human service field required. Must be able to obtain a chauffeurs license and able to travel between our Mexico, Macon, and Moberly offices as needed (agency vehicle). Benefits include; paid sick and vacation, 12 paid holidays, health, dental, and life insurance. Salary commensurate with experience. Submit cover letter along with resume to the attention of: Hannibal Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse, Human Resources, 146 Communications Drive Hannibal, MO 63401. HCADA is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HUGE GARAGE SALE Three Households. Many varieties & sizes of clothes, kid’s, women’s & men’s. baby items, handmade jewelry & jewelry making items, small appliances, furniture, maternity clothes, Rascal scooter, stroller, home gym and more! Too much to list!

Friday and Saturday: May 15 & 16, 8 am-? Also May 23rd 8 am-? Corner of Jackson & Locust in Macon

HELP WANTED Looking for Part-time Help at La Plata Casey’s

Please Apply in Person HELP WANTED: Jepson Lumber has an immediate opening for a yard laborer / truck driver. Applicant must have a Class A CDL (or be willing to obtain one) and will be responsible for delivering and unloading product to our customers (no overnight driving), as well as loading and unloading trucks at the yard, moving stock by hand and by forklift, stacking lumber and various other manual tasks as they arise. Applicant must be able to lift 50# plus. Competitive wages and benefits offered. Please apply in person at 104 E. Goggin Street, Macon, MO 63552.

La Plata Santa Fe Lake Help Wanted The La Plata Park and Recreation Board is accepting applications for the position of Santa Fe Lake Manager for the 2015 season. Applications will also be accepted for the positions of Assistant Lake Manager. Positions to begin on or about the Memorial Day weekend. Applications and job requirement/description are available at the La Plata City Hall. La Plata Park and Recreation Board

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SENIOR HOUSING – Macon Senior Housing Inc. has 1-bedroom apartments available for rent to eligible tenants. Utilities paid. Laundry facilities. Refrigerator and range provided. Maintenance provided. Call Sue Conover 660-395-7097 or 660415-7287 or Karen Murr 660-385-2960 for more information. This institution is an Equal Opportunity provider and employer. (TFN)

FOR SALE HOUSE FOR SALE: On Contract in Macon. 2 story, 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath, Macon house near Baptist Church, garage. $350 month with down payment. 660-341-9081 (TFN) FOR SALE: Beds w/mattress, good shape, 1940’ bedroom set, 500 gallon fuel tank in Anabel, MO Call 636-388-6672 Leave Message (5/13) OWNER WANTS QUICK sale for ranch home on one acre south of Clarence. Becky Baker agent 573 795 6164 www.seerealestate. com, office 573 735 2245 Monroe City

GARAGE SALE GARAGE SALE: Friday, May 15, 3-7. Saturday, May 15, 7-3. Pottery, books, toys, yard art, holiday décor, craft supplies. Hogenson - 7 miles north of New Cambria on 149. (5/13) GARAGE SALE: Friday May 15, 8:30 to 5, Saturday May 16, 8:30 to 1:30, 509 Mearns Drive. Butcher block on casters, glider rocker, bedding, home décor, women’s, men’s, children’s clothing; shoes, handbags, garden items, and misc. Barbara Wilhite, Valle Rischer (5/13)

FOR RENT: 10’x10’, 10’x5’, 5’x5’ and 10’x20’. La Plata Storage. Call 332-7599. (TFN) FOR RENT: Homes and Apartments in La Plata, Wein, Macon and Gifford. 660-332-7421 or 660-3419081(TFN) FOR RENT: 4 bed, 2 bath luxurious with attached large shop near Macon. $875 660-332-7421 or 660-341-9081(TFN) VERY NICE ONE bedroom house will be available for rent June 1st. Stove refrigerator, washer, dryer, furnished, central heat & air, low utilities. References & deposit required. $425.00/mth. Call 660-385-4818 (5-29) FOR RENT: 2 bedroom trailers one in Bevier and one in Macon. Single bedroom apartment in Macon downtown. Call 660-6516862 (6/3) FOR RENT: Nice 2 to 3 bedroom house to town. No pets. Deposit required. Call 660-651-1066. (6/3) FOR RENT: Nice 1 to 2 bedroom house with garage and nice yard. No pets. Deposit required. Call 660-651-1066. (6/3) FOR RENT: Nice 3 bedroom home in quiet quit neighborhood, close to school. No pets. Deposit required. Call 660-6511066. (6/3)

FOUND FOUND: COW between Hwy. J & Hwy. HH on Hwy. 3. Call to identify 660-384-3468. (5/13)

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FREE:C O CKER SPANIEL, female 5 years old. 660-651-5400 (5/13) FREE- English Bulldog 5year old female. 660651-6862 (5/13) FREE: To a good home, part Schnauzer, about 9 lbs 660-384-1198 (5/13)

Come and see what is blooming at Brookview Apartments of La Plata

Energy Efficient for Low Electric Costs HUD Approved Vouchers Welcome Call Manager at 660-342-7667 for an application

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Clarence Care Center has immediate openings for the following positions: LPN, RN, MDS Coordinator, and CNA. Benefits offered. Apply in person at Clarence Care Center, 111 East Street in Clarence or call Jo-Lyn Totten, Director of Nursing at 660-6992118. EOE.

YARD AND CRAFT SALE: 805 Walnut St., Macon, Saturday, May 16th 8:00 am to noon: Brand new picnic table, lots of craft items, clothes girls 4t and 6-10 size, Junior sizes, boys 6-7 and 16-20 size, women all sizes, men all sizes, 2 desks lots of house hold items. (5/13)

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MULTI-FAMILY SALE: May 15 -12-5pm, May 16 -2 pm 102 Bennett Ave. Clothes all kinds, furniture, weed eater, books, lots of misc. household, etc. (5/13)

REFUSE COLLECTOR-773 The Public Works Solid Waste Division is hiring for Refuse Collectors. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and minimum of one year relevant experience. Maintain a valid CDL Class B with air brake endorsement. Have the ability to operate a large truck safely and effectively in traffic and restrictive spaces. May be exposed to wet/humid conditions, inclement weather, vibration, extreme temperatures, oils, airborne particles/fumes, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, loud noise levels and/or potentially hazardous bodily fluids. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function of this position. For a complete job description and application, go to www.gocomojobs.com by the deadline May 18, 2015.

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Volunteers Needed

Starting at $8.60/hr Weekly Paychecks Clean, Safe Enviroment

The US Army Corps of Engineers at Long Branch Lake is seeking volunteers to staff the Long Branch Visitor Center on weekends, Memorials Day – Labor Day. Duties include speaking with the public, explaining directions, giving park details, answering phones, stocking brochures, and other misc. tasks related t o the operation of the Visitor Center. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Scott Frieden, Park Ranger at 816-389-3185.

Must Pass Drug Test If you are interested in working for a great management team, are at least 18 years old, able to lift 50 lbs, and able to stand for your entire shift, then: Apply Online at: http://apply.smjobs.com Job Code: 7C9S Or call 660-376-3543 ext. 2243 C Y

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Bits From Bucklin

by Doris Noah

UPDATE ON THE LOVELY OLD HOME Last week we wrote the history of the home just south of Bucklin listed as an official Missouri Historical Site known here as the VanOsdol home and late purchased and restored by Rush and Inez Johnson. This week we are pleased to publish an update written by former owner Inez Johnson. (Mrs. Johnson sold the property in 2010 and has moved nearer family in Marceline.) Inez Johnson writes, ’Rush and Inez Johnson purchased the farm and home from the VanOsdol family in 1973. The home was completely restored to its original state including tuck pointing of exterior brick. A large two story great room, mudroom, bath and extended porch the Johnsons added to the north side in 1982. To match the brick of the original home a house of same vintage was demolished in Bucklin, the brick cleaned and used for exterior. Interior walls were walnut wood with stained glass windows. The farm became known as Johnson Elk Farm as many elk were raised and sold on the farm. Rush Johnson died in 2005. The land was sold. Inez Johnson sold the home in 2010 to John Jones. This antebellum home built in 1865 has had only 4 owners: the builder Gilbert Kemp, J.O. VanOsdol, Rush and Inez Johnson and the present owner John Jones.’ We appreciate this item from Inez Johnson as the home has for years been a source of pride to the citizens of Bucklin and surrounding area. VBS NEWS On Sunday May 17th persons interested in the Community VBS will meet at 3:00 p m at the Bucklin Christian Church sanctuary. If you would like to be involved with this event there is a job for you. Contact Pastor Tim Mitchell, Pastor Monty Montgomery or Pastor Ken Wallace and let them know

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you are available to lend a hand. The date is set for Monday June 1st through Friday June 5th. ‘Hometown Nazareth Where Jesus Was Just A Kid’ has been chosen as the theme this year. BULK TRASH PICK UP Wednesday May 20th,is bulk trash pickup date . This is for inside the city limits only as announced by Advanced Disposal. What is termed bulk waste? Furniture or waste material from a residential source that is a size greater than that allowed for bags, but that one man is able to load. If you have any questions you are asked to call 1 800 7787652. ODDS ‘N ENDS We will hope to have details of the Methodist Church Ladies annual guest night and salad supper next week. We also intend to have the minutes of the city council meeting to put in the Bits next week. The council meets on May 13th at 5:00 p m at City Hall. The public is welcome even encouraged to attend the meeting. Not knowing how to scan a photo on my computer and having my prize computer tech out of reach is a bummer. I had hoped to have a picture of the VanOsdol/Johnson home to use with the item. If I get instructions on scanning I will run the picture next week. The Baltimore Orioles are back! Welcome you bright fellows. Jo Smith tells me they have at least 2 pair so far up north or New Boston at their orange/jelly feed station. They have a host of Hummingbirds already. We only have one sipping from our Columbine blooms so far. I better get the feeder out and hung on the clothesline. Do you have an item for the Bits From Bucklin? If you do please call 660 695-3600, emaildnoah112@gmail.com or feel free to bring your news by our house anytime. Every article is welcome and just what it takes to make the news a bit newsier.

NECAC Touts Homeownership Program

Debbie Smith is one of the people determined to help reverse a trend toward fewer homeowners. Smith is Home Ownership Director at the not-for-profit North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC), a 12-county area social service, community health and public housing agency headquartered in Bowling

Green. The agency is touting several remedies in the wake of a new report that shows home ownership rates across the nation have fallen to the lowest level in more than two decades. “Buying a home can be a complicated experience, but we can help ease families and individuals through the process,” Smith said.

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North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) Home Ownership Director Debbie Smith, left, explains a homebuying program with a client. More information about NECAC home ownership opportunities and assistance is available by calling Smith at 573-3246622. (Photo submitted by Brent Engel)

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“Even if you don’t qualify for one of our programs, we can still offer guidance that will be invaluable.” The Census Bureau said April 28 that entry-level buyers are having trouble saving for a home purchase as prices outgrow wage increases. Mortgage lending also remains tight. The number of Americans who owned their homes dropped for the first three months of 2015 compared with the final three months of last year. The rate was the lowest since 1993. NECAC offers options such as down payment assistance, loan modification, lowinterest loan programs and counseling before and after the purchase. Each year, the agency puts up to 70 families on the road to home ownership. Meanwhile, one positive side to the Census Bureau report was that as home ownership falls, demand for rental housing has boomed. The government said the vacancy rate for rental units nationally fell to 7.1 percent for the first quarter of 2015 from 8.3 percent for the same period last year – the lowest first quarter rate since 1986. NECAC works with its affordable housing partners to develop senior and family apartment complexes. Since 1997, the agency has been a partner in the construction, renovation, management or development of more than 1,200 apartments for the elderly, families and the disabled. The developments represent an investment of more than $65 million in quality affordable housing. “NECAC makes a lasting impact,” Smith said. “We open the door to new housing and home ownership opportunities through a variety of innovative programs and cooperative efforts. More information is available by calling Smith at 573324-6622.

LET ROGER HELP YOU FIND YOURS TODAY!

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TOPS MO877

TOPS MO877 La Plata met Tuesday May 5th at 6:00 pm in the La Plata Christian Church Fellowship Hall with 9 members weighting in. Gail led the meeting. We opined with our TOPS and KOPS pledge. Roll call was “did you lose weight?” The members passed around their menu sheets/ journals to share ideas, recipes, menu sheets, comments and encouragement. Best TOPS loser was Debbie, Janet was runner-up. KOPS Barbara G. stayed in leeway. We have started our own summer walking and

exercise program in preparation for the “2015 TOPS Summer Walking and Exercise Contest”. Janet read several examples of women losing and maintaining their weight losses while raising their families and holding down jobs. It can be a difficult challenge. A support group like TOPS is important. “TOPS mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.” Anyone interested in visiting or joining TOPS is welcome. Please call Gail at 660651-3025 for more information.

The Samaritan Hospital Auxiliary met on April 27, 2015. Bernie Orman gave a report on the hospital activities including a Health Fair to be held on May 12, which will also be Customer Appreciation Day. The meeting was called to order with the pledge of allegiance to the flag. Roll call was taken with 15 members present. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. The treasures report was given & approved. Sharon Poteet made a motion to donate $25.00 to the hospital foundation in memory of Jane Montgomery, former auxiliary member second by Wanda Wyatt-carried. Phyllis Belt made a motion to have this donation automatic for a deceased member without need of a motion – Pattie Truit second & carried. Under committee reports – Jamie Wilson will resume tray favors in May with help from her niece.

Calendars for May were distributed. Members will be responsible for picking up June calendars in gift shop as there will not be a May meeting due to Memorial Day holiday. Next meeting will be June 22. Shirley Grant stated planning for the craft air should begin soon. The Gift Shop committee reported the shop was doing well & some new venders have been found and new products will be arriving. A letter from Teena Deener was received in response to request for scholarships for someone pursuing a medical career. Kathy Foley made a motion to provide a Scholar ship of $500.00 to her. Second by Cathy Ricker carried. Meeting adjourned, next meeting will be June 22, 2015. Marilyn Stroppel – President, Irene Wyatt - Secretary

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Read the Macon Police Department News Release for May 8, 2015 at our website maconhomepress.com

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BOWLING WEDNESDAY NIGHT LADIES LEAGUE April 29, 2015: Final Standings M.A.S.B. 2454 Bye Womens Hi 10: Marilyn Baker Womens Hi 30: Marilyn Baker 383

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THURSDAY NIGHT MIXED LEAGUE April 30, 2015: Final Standings

Mike Burton 519 Womens Hi 10: Pat Groenenboom 192 Womens Hi 30: Pat Groenenboom 469

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Public Auction

Saturday, May 16, 2015 Auction Begins at 10am Richard & Brenda Vaughn, Owners

104 East Lincoln, Macon Missouri Antique – Furniture

2 glider rockers with ottomans, entertainment center with TV, desk, hutch, lawn chairs, home stereo system, drop front desk, corkscrew rocker, sewing machine, dining tables and chairs, drop leaf tables, vintage red chair, oak chest dresser, queen size bed, memory foam mattress, 13” LCD TV, hoosier cabinet, kitchen cupboard, mantle clock, Tiffany style lamps, bakers rack, key collection, belt buckle collection including Montana Silversmith buckles.

Appliances-Tiller-Outdoor Items

GE refrigerator, natural gas stove (2 years old), Amana deep freeze, lawn chairs, new 4000 watt generator, martin house, Cub Cadet rear-tine tiller, Garrett metal detector, chicken wire. Auctioneers Note Both Richard and Brenda have collected antiques their entire lives and have a lot of very nice items that they are selling. Many more items not listed as we are still combining households.

Dennis Cash - Auctioneer 660.349.9982 Cash or Check - Not responsible for accidents or lost or stolen items.

Special Bred Cow, Cow/Calf & Breeding Bull Sale Tuesday, May 19th • 11AM Early consignments:

Other Consignments: 10hd Blk/Bwf Bred Cows, 5-7yrs old 8hd Blk Bred Cows, ss-aged 4hd Blk 3 & 4yr olds, w/calves by side 4hd Blk Fall bred 3yr olds 2hd Blk Maine/Angus Bulls, 15 months old, trich & semen tested 1hd Reg. Longhorn Bull, 2yrs old 1hd Angus Bull, 2 ½ yrs old, trich & semen tested This is only a partial listing. Many other cows is small lots also selling.

Mens Hi 10: Fred Brandeberry 213 Mens Hi 30: Fred Brandeberry 573 Womens Hi 10: Pat Maloney 191 Womens Hi 30: Pat Maloney 537 Standings C&R Market PM Marketing Striking Pintails Shafer, K & W D’Zines by T Integrity Ins. Sims Strikers

W 87 82 80 73 65 61 43

L 41 46 48 55 63 67 85

Splits: Dan Britt 3-10, Pat Maloney 3-10, Stacy Kitchen 3-6-7, Leonard Lowery 2-78, Rhonda Olinger 3-10, Jim Kitchen 5-7, Mike Burton 3-10; 5-7, Shirley Levett 3-10, Carolyn Formento 5-10

Saturday, May 16, 2015 @ 10:00am Hawk Avenue • Bevier, MO

Owners: Randy & Deva Echternacht

Directions: From Bevier, MO go south on Hwy C 6 miles to Hawk Ave. Turn west onto Hawk to first house past cemetery. From Excello, MO at the intersection of Hwy 63 and Hwy T. Go west on Hwy T 6 miles to Hwy C. Turn north onto Hwy C continue 2.5 miles to Hawk Ave. Turn west onto Hawk Ave. Watch for signs day of auction. Pontoon/ Ranger/ 4-wheeler/ mowers: 1998 Sun Tracker 18’ Pontoon 40hp Outboard Mercury w/Awning, Fish finder, (seats 7 w/new upholstery) very nice boat always sheded, 2008 700 Twin ranger crew 4x4 auto w/good tires, winch, blade, front KC lights only 260hrs like new condition, Yamaha 2002 Grizzly 600 ultramatic 4WD (212 hrs.) Winch, Blade, excellent condition, Honda 250 Big Red 3 Wheeler, Vector XL/C Push weed trimmer, Excellent Encore 52Z Pro-line Zero turn mower commercial grade, Electric Club Car w/canopy & back seat (very nice golf cart), Lawn Boy push mower, Craftsman yard cart, 44” Swisher Brush cutter, , Pull type fertilizer cart, Stihl FS 7S Weedeater, John Deere 42” Z225 Zero turn mower (183 hrs), Plastic lawn cart, Four wheeler cover, 14’ Jon boat, 10’ plastic bass boat. SUV/Skid loader/ Car/ Camper/ Trailers: 2006 Nissan Xterra SE sport 4x4 auto,elect. everything, only 140,000 miles very clean well cared for vehicle,1990 Case 1840skid loader, 2602hrs, good tires, new seat, smooth bucket, (bolt on teeth sold separately), 2001 PT Cruiser (high mileage, good tires), clean car, 1968 26’ Globestar travel camper (no title), 2007 C&H 18’ Car trailer w/excellent tires, new heavy oak floor, Ramps, 6 1/2’ x 10’ Tilt bed trailer, Guns/Hunting: Connecticut Valley Arms 50cal. Black Powder, Remington Nylon 66 22cal., Bushmaster AR-15 223-5. 56mm Collapse Stock, Winchester mod. 1400 12gr semi-auto, Remington model 788 243 bolt action w/golden antler scope, Smith & Wesson 22 Long rifle Model 422, Davis Industries P-380 Auto, Gun scabber, gun cases, The Glen Del Buck 3-D Bow target, Goose & Turkey Decoys, , 4-Wheeler carry-all, Turkey deep fryer, Pop-up blinds, Hard gun cases, 10pt Deer mount, 110volt Heavy duty meat slicer/ grinder combo, Electric BBQ grill, Water coolers, Tools/Shop Equipment/Misc.: U.S. General 60gal 220 Air Compressor, (2) 2 ¼ Floor jacks, Torch & cart no bottles, Roll-a-Round magnet, , 40 w/225 Battery charger, Small rolla-round air compressor, Hand crank oil pump, (2) 100 lb propane tanks, Honda 5.0 2400 PSI Power washer, Bench top drill press, 6” Bench grinder, Heavy duty work bench, Electric chain saw sharpener, 6” bench vise, Lighted Miller Lite car, 1500 watt Generac Generator, Colman Vantage 3500 generator, Jack stands, parts washer, Hobart 220 AC/DC stick welder, Guardian power roll-a-round tool box, Huskey two tier tool box, Century power mate70 mig welder, Air nailer, Ventless propane heater, Weed-eater Leaf blower, Poulan chain saws, heated water bowls, 35,000 BTU Ready heater, 55,000 BTU Ready heaters, Skoal lighted sign, Hexagon table w/4 roll-a-round chairs, ¼” Air die grinder, Homelite blower, 315 /75R16 BF Goodwrench tires (2), Gazele exerciser, Carryall, Shop lights, Creepers, Folding work table, Plywood, Hame & Collar mirror, 100gal stock tank, Long handled tools, Aluminum extension ladders, Storage cabinets, Craftsman 2 tier tool boxes, 4 cross cut saws, Ice saw, (2) Insulated dog houses 30 degrees cooler in summer & 30 degrees warmer in the winter, Child’s swing set, 4 wheeler cultivator, Rubbermaid storage bin, Dog pin, Parlor stove, Concrete steps, Picnic table, Wood stove w/magic heat exchanger, Firewood, Rod iron yard furniture, Suitcase weights, Lattice, Vegetable grower, 16’ pool cover, Portable picnic table, 10x20 canopy, Propane patio heater #10 Blue Ribbon crock, Saw horses, Kitchen table & chairs, Thomas series record player, Craftsman saw blade clock. Many more items too numerous to mention. Auctioneers Note: Ladies and Gentlemen you don’t want to miss this auction. Mr. and Mrs. Echternacht bought the best of everything and have taken the upmost care of their stuff. This is a very clean auction with something for everyone. Thank you in advance for joining us at the auction. Visit www.scottysauctionservice.com for full listing & pictures!

No Sale - May 26th

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If you have cattle to sell or need trucking call:

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3K Farms- Complete Dispersal: 25hd Blk 2yr olds, w/ black calves by side, 35hd Fancy Blk/Bwf 3yr olds, w/BWF calves by side (a few RWF), 10hd Blk 3-4yr Bred Cows, start calving Sept. 15, 45day calving period, Plus other older cows. This is an outstanding set of young cows & calves with good disposition, majority home raised, cows are wormed & poured, calves had all shots. Kellogg: 25hd Fancy Blk 2yr olds, w/big calves by side, cows have had all shots J. Clark - 20hd Blk 2 yr olds, 1100lbs, w/3 month old calves by side, all home raised D. Salsmen: Complete Dispersal: 50hd Blk Cows, 4-7yrs old, 3rd period, bred to Brinkley & Robuck bulls B. Cooper: 70hd (50 Red Angus/20 Blk) Cows, 5-10yrs old, 2nd period, bred to Angus bulls, start calving Sept. 1, most home raised or purchased as heifers C. Biggs: 5hd Fancy Blk 2yr olds, w/calves by side

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Mens Hi 10: Don Wright 171 Fiedler A.F. 2686 Mens Hi 30: Thiemans 2373 Chis Sims 424 Womens Hi 10: Womens Hi 10: Frances Williams 191 Brenda Whaley 177 Pat Maloney Womens Hi 30: Womens Hi 10: Rebecca Sims 417 Frances Williams 500 Striking Pintails 2447 Rolling Thunder 2563 C&R Market 2621 Maloney Elec. 2525 Mens Hi 10: Womens Hi 10: Zach McLeland 210 Mary Dunbar 192 Mens Hi 30: Womens Hi 30: Terry Hall 545 Mary Dunbar 541 Womens Hi 10: Linda Smith 210 Standings: Womens Hi 30: Fiedler A.F. 90 38 Linda Smith 435 Maloney Elec. 80 48 Rolling Thunder 73.5 54.5 D’Zines by T 2642 M.A.S.B. 72 56 Integrity Ins. 2602 Thiemans 55.5 72.5 Mens Hi 10: Splits: Sharon House 3-10; Mike Burton 184 4-5-7, Pat Maloney 3-6-7Mens Hi 30:

Crockpot, food processor, mixer, wok, microwave & cart, Corning-ware dishes, ice cream maker, gnomes, oil lamps, western decorations, wall pictures, sewing kit, humidifiers, terrarium, Christmas decorations, leften piggy bank, reproduction juke box radios, convection oven, lots of red enamel ware, deep fryers, picnic basket, coolers, nesting bowls, glassware, dishes, pots & pans, cake plates, cookbooks, vacuum cleaner.

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Kevin Keeling 573-682-4861

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May 13, 2015 Wednesday

Legion Family Flower of Remembrance

The poppy flower adorned the battlefields of Flanders Field in France during World War I, and was looked upon by those serving as a living symbol of their fallen comrades’ sacrifices. In 1920 after World War I, the poppy became the official flower of The American Legion Family to memorialize the soldiers who fought and died during the war, and distribution of poppies became a Legion national program in 1924. To this day, thanks in large part to the American Legion Auxiliary, the poppy is nationally recognized and worn as a symbol of sacrifice made by the men and women who served and died for their country during a time of war. The Auxiliary Poppy Program has been a staple of the organization since the Legion’s 1925 National Convention when Resolution 534 was adopted, giving the Auxiliary complete charge of the program. But it is imperative to remember that the Poppy Program is an American Legion Family event where both Legion posts and Sons of The American Legion squadrons are encouraged to partner with their local Auxiliary unit to organize and promote the program, as well as distribute poppies for donations. Millions of red crepe paper poppies are handmade every year by veterans and distributed across the country by Auxiliary

and Legion members in exchange for donations totaling more than $2 million a year. Until recently, 100 percent of funds derived from the distribution of poppies went toward assisting disabled and hospitalized veterans. However, due to the mounting needs of active-duty servicemembers, Resolution 20 was passed during the Legion’s recent National Executive Committee Spring Meetings to allow donations collected as of May 9, 2013, to not only assist veterans, but also active-duty military personnel and their families with medical and financial needs. Resolution 20 also states that poppy donations collected after May 9 can no longer be used toward Legion family volunteer travel, conferences or apparel. And a post, district or department can only use the funds as outlined in the resolution; they may not be used in a general funds account that’s used for routine expenses. Additionally, the Auxiliary is experiencing a growing demand for poppies, yet there’s an inability to fulfill that demand due to a lack of active poppy programs within Legion departments. To help meet the demands, Resolution 20 now allows the use of a reputable commercial vendor to manufacture poppies. The resolution states that a vendor must “conform with the restrictions on the use of The

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American Legion or the American Legion Auxiliary name and emblem.” The Legion Family raises community awareness about its Poppy Program year-round, but distribution of poppies is prominent around Memorial Day and Veterans Day – men, women and children will wear a poppy to show gratitude to America’s fallen heroes, veterans and those currently serving in uniform. Distribution of poppies is conducted in various forms, such as outside a grocery store, post office or Wal-Mart, or by mail. Auxiliary Unit 291 in Newport Beach, Calif., recently raised $14,000 for its poppy program by mailing donation envelopes with poppies in them to all 6,000 unit, post and squadron members. The yearly mailing “is an opportunity to make a donation via the mail since not all members are able to attend meetings or events,” said Margaret Myles, Unit 291 president. “The purpose (of the poppy) is to remind our members the reason why we are The American Legion, and to honor those who have served, those who are currently serving and most importantly, those who have lost their lives in the line of service to our nation.”

Remole Report

STATE REPRESENTATIVE 6th District This is an exciting time of the year! Many graduations are As the session is rapidly coming to the end, we are seeing happening in the district and I want to congratulate each and bills moving back and forth from the Senate to the House. every student on their accomplishment. Our prayers are with There are conference committees going on to discuss the difyou as your journey takes you on a different path. Whatever ferences and changes to get to a truly agreed version on both your plans may be we wish you all the best! sides of the legislature. There have been many tough decisions This week here at the Capitol we had a very important meet- that have to be made. ing to discuss the GAF project that we are all excited about On Wednesday we had the pleasure of hosting four fine coming to Moberly. The meeting went very well and the in- young gentleman from Macon. My assistant and I had a great formation we received from DNR and GAF gave us insight day entertaining these boys, and they had a wonderful time at where the project stands to date. Many leaders from Moberly the Capitol! were in attendance along with members of the legislature. The General Assembly Overrides Governor’s Veto of Welfare Remeeting was positive and we are very hopeful the project will form Bill (SB 24) move forward. Technical people from GAF and the DNR meet The members of the Missouri House and Senate worked tonext week to discuss and work out technicalities in regards to gether this week to override the governor’s veto of legislation the permit. meant to reform Missouri’s system of welfare so that it does a better job of moving folks out of poverty and toward selfsufficiency. The override motion cleared the House by a vote of 113-42 and the Senate by a vote of 25-9. The legislation will lower the lifetime benefits for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families recipients to 45 months from The Macon County Health Department Board the current limit of 60 months. In addition, it will add Misof Trustees is seeking qualified applicants for the souri to the list of 37 other states that require welfare recipiposition of full time Administrator. Applicants ents to take immediate steps to seek employment in order to shall have strong leadership qualities, supervisory receive benefits. The legislation then takes the savings generated by the reforms and invests them in child care, education, and personnel management experience, excellent transportation and job training assistance for participants in communication and computer skills, able to create the TANF program. and maintain budgets, ability to oversee and write Following the override of the bill in the House, Speaker John contracts and grants. This person shall have a 4 Diehl issued the following statement, “The Temporary Asyear college degree in public health or business sistance for Needy Families program is meant to be a shortadministration or nursing. Have at least 1 year term bridge back to self-sufficiency rather than a system that experience in a supervisory position in public health, condemns Missouri families to a lifetime of poverty and deadministration or closely related field. pendence on government assistance. This legislature has put Benefits include: paid sick and vacation, holidays, much-needed, common sense reforms in place that will move health insurance and Lagers. the program back toward its intended purpose to help Missourians in need to get back on their feet and back into the Resumes can be mailed to Search Committee at workforce.” Macon County Health Department 503 N. Missouri, With the successful veto override, the bill is now set to beMacon MO 63552. Resumes must be received by 5 come law on August 28. However, most of the provisions in pm May 21st. the bill will not take effect until January 1, 2016. Legislature Takes Action to Address School Transfer Crisis (HB 42) Legislation meant to give kids in struggling schools more options to obtain a quality education is now on its way to the governor. The House and Senate this week approved a comAn equal opportunity employer promise version of what has commonly been referred to as the school transfer bill. At its core, the transfer bill is meant to clarify and improve an existing state law that allows kids to transfer from poor-performing schools to better-performing ones. The

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Rep. Remole is pictured above at the Speaker’s dias with Cole Harrell, Mark Harrell, Judge Philip Prewitt, Ethan Prewitt and Cole Crooks. law has created a great deal of financial hardship for unaccredited districts such as Normandy, which has been forced to pick up the tab for hundreds of kids who have transferred into surrounding districts. To help improve educational outcomes for young people in these districts, and for kids around the state, the bill includes a number of provisions that would: Allow the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to accredit individual schools within each district rather than the district as a whole; Allow students in unaccredited schools to transfer to other accredited schools in the district as a first option – a move designed to save districts from being bankrupted by paying for a mass exodus of students to other districts; Give students in urban areas the option to transfer to neighboring accredited districts if all slots are full in the accredited schools in their district. The bill also provides an option to transfer to an approved charter school or to enroll in a virtual education program; Help ease the financial burden on sending districts by giving receiving districts an incentive to accept lower tuition reimbursement for transferring students. The bill would allow districts that accept 25 or more students at the lower rate to be considered for accreditation with distinction; and Protect receiving districts from being overwhelmed by transferring students by allowing them to establish policies regarding classroom size and student-teacher ratio. Supporters of the bill acknowledged that the plan doesn’t represent a perfect solution for the thousands of young people in poor-performing schools, but argued that it does provide a pathway forward for kids to receive the educational opportunities they need and deserve. They also pointed to the need to address the problem now rather than pass it along for future legislatures to solve. Opponents of the idea took issue with the lack of a tuition cap to keep costs in check for sending schools. They also expressed concerns regarding the expansion of charter schools, and the virtual school option, which they said would be run by a private company rather than by the public school system. The legislation now moves to the governor’s desk. The governor has already said he is unsure if he will sign or veto the bill, but indicated that he would give it a deep and thorough review before taking action. Missouri House Approves Bill to Help Elderly and Disabled Missourians (SB 322) The House approved legislation Wednesday that would allow elderly and disabled Missourians to possess more assets and still qualify for Medicaid. Current law allows an individual to have only $1,000 in assets to qualify for Medicaid assistance. A married couple has an asset limit of $2,000. The bill approved by the House would steadily increase these limits to $5,000 for an individual and $10,000 for a couple by 2020. After that, the limits would continue to increase with the rate of inflation. As always, it is an honor to serve you in the Missouri House. If you would like to discuss any issue, please call 573-751-6566. You can also email me at tim.remole@ house.mo.gov

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The Daddies were ditched by their Daughters when Princess Elsa showed up at the Daddy-Daughter “Frozen” Dance Saturday, May 2, 2015 at the La Plata Elementary Gym. (Photo by Randy Bunch)

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Don Fritz of Okla. visited May 1st & 2nd with William Fredman & attended the birthday party for their Aunt Hazel Hiles. Also with them were Marguerite Hodges, Robert & Garna Fredman. John Barnes of Ft Madison, IA visited recently with Glen Pippin in La Plata & also Verna Buck, Eddie Buck & Mike Buck. He was sightseeing at Cardy. He remembered the days when AT & SF bunk cars would be parked here. Said the would come up to the store to get ice cream & pop & set on the benches “like a couple of crows.” Lynn Voyles of Columbia spent Thurs eve with Larry & Cora Voyles & attended 8th grade graduation of Gunner McHenry in La Plata. Alma Baker & Verna Buck visited Martena Gunnells @ La Plata Nursing Home last Fri. The Sunshine Band from KV entertained residents Fri afternoon. WR & Barbara Buck, Eva, Nancy McKenzie Adams & Verna Buck enjoyed dining in La Plata Wed. eve after attending the Awana Program @ Atlanta Baptist Church. Also attending from La Plata was Mr. & Mrs. Robert Adams & Caitlyn. Susie Tuggle, Cora Voyles & Verna Buck were in Bucklin on Tues enroute home. Enjoyed lunch in Macon. Verna Buck enjoyed visiting & dining with Bobbi Hamlin, Janet Tuggle, Jeannie Beyer & Donnie Joyce Parrish in La Plata Tues eve. Betty & Jule Forsee of Centralia spent Sat May 2nd visiting June Magers in La Plata.

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Macon/Shelby County Master Gardeners have been putting in a wild flower garden at Long Branch Lake. Come out and visit. Pictured above are Shirley Chambers, Scott Frieden and Gayle Shouse. Others that have worked on this project are Elaine Nuhn and Sandy Luzander. If you have question or would like information please call 660-385-2108. (Photo Submitted)

One of our hobbies is radio controlled airplanes. My wife built this eagle and I flew it for the first time today. From the ground it looks like your typical Eagle. It has nearly a 5’ wing spread and is powered by a small electric motor. There was a 6 mph wind and I turned the motor off while in the air. It just hovered in one place. Pictured is the builder my wife Bex Balfour and the beautiful creation. (Photo submitted by Dave Balfour)

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The 2015 8th Grade Reception and Business Fair was held May 8th at the Macon High School. This event started eight years ago by former Director of Economic Development Denise Bennett. It was started to inform students of the different careers offered in Macon. This year the event was put together by Sue Goulder, the Administrative Assistant at Economic Development. There were many vendors giving away different items and information on the many employment opportunities available in Macon. There were vendor booths in the gym, video and snacks in the CC Computer Lab, Practice application in CC Commons and Career Center Tours. Pictures include: Denise Bennett with Midwest Bone & Joint, Sue Goulder with Economic Development and Event Coordinator as well as Macon 8th grade students enjoying the many different vendors in attendance. (Melissa Hendricks)

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With the month of May opening up around the World, the word “Memorial” will appear on so many of our publications, banners, billboards and bumper stickers. Memorial Day in and of itself is one of the solemn and sacred days of remembrance. As a nation, we set aside as much of our daily routines as possible to honor our dead. The original Memorial Day was called Decoration Day, a day of honoring that began as the graves of our Civil War dead were decorated with flowers and special memorabilia of the soldiers killed in action. Sacred Ground Arlington National Cemetery…a sign post reminding us of the silent reverence and respect this, and all other honored resting places deserve.

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May, a Month of Remembrance Standing among the Headstones, laid out in a perfect geometrical fashion, upon a magnificently manicured lawn, shivers running down my spine, tears flow off my cheeks, as I reflect upon the sign posted asking for “Silence and Respect”. Blinking, I attempt to clear the tears, to enable me to read the names on the Headstones. As the tears clear, I take in a deep breath as I feel the need to SCREAM. Part of the need to scream comes from the fact one of my uncles, Earl H. Graham is buried in a faraway cemetery, The Manila American Cemetery, in Manila, Philippines. Affecting my need to scream also stems from the fact another of my uncles, Johnny Calvin Graham, is still listed as MIA from the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir in North Korea. I am not sure what would come out of my mouth, but I do know it would be, in some way, an exhortation of anguish that would extend ‘round the World. I have a feeling my scream, however it manifests itself, would become a part of a chorus as the “souls” of our honored men and

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“We need not accept that view. Our problems are man-made — therefore, they can be solved by man. And man can be as big as he wants. No problem of human destiny is beyond human beings. Man’s reason and spirit have often solved the seemingly unsolvable — and we believe they can do it again.” George B. Graham Jr. 10 June 2014, Revised: 27 April 2015 Member of The Sons of The American Revolution, The National Chapter of The Korean War Veterans Association, a lifetime member of Chapter 272 of the Local Korean War Veterans Association, a member of the Macon County Historical Society, Macon, Mo., as well as an associate member of the National Army Chapter of the [Chosin] Few.

Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War

The Josephine Garlock Morrow Tent #23 of the Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War 1861-1865 met April 28, 2015, at the Macon Public Library, with 15 members and two guests. President Ruth Masten and Chaplain Ruth Thompson opened the meeting. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and Catherine Llewellyn gave the courtesy report. State Convention will be June 6 in Columbia. Merlyn Amedei reported on the Macon County Historical Society, “The Museum Comes Alive” which was held April 21 at the Museum. Macon STAR project is progressing; the

cannon has been ordered. This memorial will honor all branches of service, There will be a Memorial Day ceremony on May 25 at the Linda Haley presented the program on the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. Many veterans suffered through the aftermath of the war, being reviled and sometimes physically attacked by those who protested the war. She told of the building of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, “The Wall,” in Washington, D. C., and how it has gradually brought a sense of healing to those who had served, as well as their families. Maia Ling was the designer. The memorial

covers three acres, including a sculpture of three servicemen, designed by Frederick Hart. Diane Evens designed the Vietnam Women’s Memorial. There is also a sculpture honoring the nurses who served; Glenna Goodacre created this piece. The American Legion donated the flags at The Wall. There are 58,256 names on The Wall. There are still 2000 MIA or POW. It was noted that the remains of Sgt. Rodney Griffin of Centralia had just been returned to the Centralia area. Vietnam Veterans Memorial Faces Never Forgotten campaign is now collecting photographs for each of the men and women whose

names are inscribed on The Wall. Photos and information will be featured in the Education Center at The Wall as well as on VVMF’s Wall of Faces online. Hostesses Mary Kitchen and Thelma Sartain served refreshments to Merlyn Amedei, Laurel Seeley, Ruth Masten, Mary Ann Wilson, Mary Shott, Ruth Thompson, Marilyn Freeman, Martha Helen Henry, Elna Williams, Linda Haley, Catherine Llewellyn, Sharon Hutchinson, Mettie Davis, Aileene Burns, and Donna Ayers. The next meeting of Tent #23 will be May 26 at the Macon County Historical Society Museum.

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Daxton Hudson, age 2, (son of JT and Stacey Hudson) he is being assisted by his Uncle DJ Couch at the 19th Annual Olie Johnson Fishing Derby at the Frog Pond sponsored by the La Plata Masonic Lodge 237 AF & AM . (Photo submitted by Stacey Hudson)

Soybean farmers statewide are waiting on the weather. Significant rainfall will affect much of the central U.S. over the next few days, said University of Missouri Extension Commercial Agriculture climatologist Pat Guinan at a May 5 teleconference. Temperatures also are expected to drop to seasonal averages by next week. Only 5 percent of the state’s soybean crop is in the ground, according to the May 4 USDA crop progress report. MU Extension specialist Todd Lorenz said mid-Missouri farmers are “waiting for the weather on soybean.” The same is true in northwestern Missouri, says MU Extension specialist Wyatt Miller. “The corn’s done and up and they’re holding off on beans.” Last week, Missouri farmers took advantage of dry fields to push corn planting to 61 percent complete. With rain in the forecast, they are waiting to fill the planter boxes with soybean. Soybean planted in the first week of May show increased yields over those planted during the second week, according to a 10-year study by Wiebold. Beans planted by mid-May yielded an average of 70 bushels per acre, with yields dropping to 65 by June 1 and 60 by June 15. Beans planted by July 15 dropped to less than half the yield of those put in the ground in mid-May. Soybean planted in late April to early May have a better chance of developing vegetative growth that lets the plant collect more sunlight and save more water than those planted later. This increases the plant’s ability to set flowers and pods, resulting in higher yields. Wiebold says farmers should wait for the right soil con-

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Macon County Graduates of Northwest Missouri State University

Four Macon County Students graduated Saturday, May 2, 2015 from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO with degrees in Agriculture. Pictured are Sara Duncan of New Cambria, Agricultural Business (Magna Cum Laude), Preston Ross of Atlanta, Agricultural Science, Joseph Lolli of Macon, Animal Science and Ryan Stoecklein of Macon, Agricultural Business.

ditions before planting. The ever-resilient soybean yields well over a wide range of planting dates. The most recent USDA prospective planting report says Missouri farmers intend to plant 5.65 million acres of soybean in 2015, the same as last year. Nationally, USDA expects soybean planting to increase by 0.9 million acres.

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Every Hero Has A Story: Walt

hen he arrived by train from Chicago in 1906, young Walt Disney couldn’t have imagined the profound impact living in Marceline, Mo., would have on his life. But the small community left an indelible mark on one of the world’s most-gifted and celebrated animators. Growing up on his family’s farm in Marceline, Walt showed an aptitude for entertainment. His early “show business” productions involved putting baby clothes on barnyard animals and inviting his friends over to enjoy a circus.

Life in Marceline also inspired Walt’s lifelong love of locomotives. For a kid, seeing dozens of trains rumble through town each day was like a dream come true. If you share that passion, Marceline is for you: 70 trains pass through town daily!

Of course, Walt grew up to become one of the world’s most well-known entertainers, creating movies such as “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” “Fantasia,” and “Cinderella.” He also built and inspired two theme parks during his remarkable career. If you visit the parks, you’ll notice little hints of Walt’s ties to the Show-Me State at Disneyland and Disneyworld, where Main Street USA areas are modeled after the Marceline that Walt knew as a child. Plus you can get a taste of Missouri in the Marceline Confectionary at Disneyland.

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When Walt was 5, the Disney family moved to a farm in Marceline. In 1910, the Disneys left Marceline for Kansas City. Walt lived in Kansas City, aside from a stint in the Red Cross Ambulance Corps, until 1923, when he left for Hollywood. Walt Disney died Dec. 15, 1966. Sources: Walt Disney Hometown Museum, Hall of Famous Missourians

“To tell the truth, more things of importance happened to me in Marceline than have happened since — or are likely to in the future.” Walt Disney, 1938.

Take A Road Trip to Marceline! You can get your dose of Disney here in Missouri at the Walt Disney Hometown Museum in Marceline, which is housed in the restored train depot where Disney first arrived in 1946.

The museum features a unique collection of Disney family items that cannot be seen anywhere else in the world.

Walt Disney Hometown Museum 120 E. Santa Fe St., Marceline 660-376-3343 Open April 1 through Oct. 31 Closed Mondays

The museum isn’t the only stop for Disney enthusiasts in Marceline. See the large cottonwood tree dubbed Walt’s “Dreaming Tree” that once was listed on the American Forests Register of Historic Trees, and sign your name inside Walt’s Barn, where thousands of signatures are found.

The Marceline chapter of Walt’s life story is a fascinating one. Visit WaltDisneyMuseum.org for more details on the story of this hometown hero.

Points of Interest J Walt Disney’s name adorns Marceline’s U.S. Post Office, elementary school and the city swimming pool.

J When he was 11, Walt and his brother, Roy, began helping their father deliver newspapers in Kansas City. He got up at 3:30 a.m. to do this two-hour job, seven days a week.

J One of Walt’s first business ventures was the Kansas City-based Laugh-OGram Studio.

J Learn more about the history of Marceline at MarcelineMo.us. J Toonfest 2015, a family-friendly event with speakers from the cartooning world, a parade, cartooning symposium and more, is Sept. 19. For more information on Toonfest, visit toonfest.net or call (660) 376-WALT (9258).

J Learn more about the community of Marceline in the area newspaper, at LinnCountyLeader.com.

J Learn more about Walt Disney from The State Historical Society of Missouri’s Historic Missourians site, shs.umsystem.edu.

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Ann Roeder’s Samplers were on display at the Macon County Historical Society Museum on May 7th. Ann had several samples of different quilt patterns, stitching styles, and different types of items that were used as emery’s to sharpen needles, one of which included an acorn. There were many in attendance and refreshments were served. Ann gave a very educational speech on quilting dating back to the 15th century. Pictured left to right are Donna Ayers, Ann Roeder and Phyllis Belt (Melissa Hendricks)

Davis & Potts Wedding Planned A July 11, 2015 wedding at the Johnston Evangelical Free Church in Johnston, Iowa, is planned by Katy Davis and Cameron Potts. Parents of the engaged couple are Scott and Ann (Harrison) Davis of Johnston, Iowa, and James and Sherry (Barbee) Potts of New London, N.C. The future bride, a 2011 graduate of Johnston High School in Johnston, Iowa, received a degree in psychology with a minor in vocal performance in December 2014 from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va. She will begin graduate school in the fall, studying clinical mental health counseling at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. The future groom, a 2011 graduate of Gray Stone Day School in Misenheimer, N.C., is a prospective May 2015 graduate of Liberty University, with a degree in marketing and a minor in graphic design. He will be employed by the Overhead Door Co. of Charlotte as a commercial sales representative. Grandparents of the couple are Bill (Pete) and Jo (Vaughn) Harrison of LaPlata, MO; Bill and Jane (Motter) Davis of Urbandale, IA (formerly of Kirksville, MO); and Virginia Barbee of Locust, NC.

PLANNING AHEAD In this week’s article I want to talk about something critical that farmers {and yes others including me} don’t always keep in mind. This week I want to talk about the critical importance of planning ahead. There are some areas where farmers do a good job of planning ahead such as what acres you’re planting to which crops now or even earlier in the year. However, there can be others in which we’re not as prepared. First, do all of you have a farm estate or business succession plan in place? I know it can be tough to think about the future and you don’t want to make some heirs mad but not having one can (and has) led to disasters in more than one family. There is lots of help available and University of Missouri Extension is working on a new program that will be out this fall on this very topic. Second, if you rent land (and most farmers do anymore), do you know what will happen to it when the landowner dies or sells it? Do you have a written farm lease or is it oral and who will control the decisions later when things change? Good communication is a key but putting something in writing is even better. We have a web site, www. AgLease101.org that can help or come into our office and we can provide direct assistance to you. Third, livestock are big business in North Missouri and with them come fences. The fence law is both complicated and can cause friction and conflicts between neighbors. I suggest before confronting a new neighbor to know the law by reading our guides {810 and 811} and discussing the law calmly. There are situations where one or both of you may have to give a little to get what you want in the end. Remember that I can help here also. Finally, planning ahead also can involve smaller things such as remembering soil tests take a week or so to get back (no matter how

quickly you want them), Extension Specialists are out of the office once in a while on the day you want us and that we at University of Missouri Extension are here to help you in any way we can, especially when you plan ahead. REMINDERS There is a Small Animal Show Clinic coming to Sullivan County on Saturday, May 16th at the Green City Hall and Park. It will go from 10 AM to noon and include rabbits, poultry and dogs. They will discuss showmanship, nutrition, health concerns, show ring ethics and handling. You can attend by paying $10 by May 8 or $12 there. More information is available at your County University of Missouri Extension office. University of Missouri Extension has resources of many kinds to assist in your daily life whether you’re a farmer, gardener, homeowner or landowner. Besides 4-H, we have publications and materials on many subjects and soil testing services. Check out our web page at www.extension.missouri.edu/macon

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Women’s Council met at Atlanta Christian Church on May 6 with 10 members present. Carolyn Read opened the meeting by reading Matthew 7:12 and leading in prayer. Our church is to meet at the church camp on May 30 at 9 AM to clean the bathrooms and showers in the girl’s dorm. The church has been asked to work two shifts in the cook shack at Atlanta Homecoming on June 26. Four people are needed for the 5-7 PM and 7-9 PM shifts. We voted to send $100 to Matt and Angie Weldy to help with their work for Pioneer Bible Translators. There will be a blood drive in honor of Jerry Nuhn at the Atlanta Methodist Church on May 29. Ten greeting cards were sent since the last meeting. We will send $50 to help support Shelby County Christian Assembly near Clarence. Prayer requests were given and and Ruth Sullivan led in prayer. Ruth also gave a devotion on “What Really Matters? The Cross Really Matters” using 1 Corinthians 15:3. She gave everyone a miniature wooden cross to carry in their purse and another one to give to someone when telling them about Jesus. To conclude she played a song entitled” Three Old Rusty Nails.” Dolores Harpster led the closing prayer. Ruth served refreshments. The group potted flowers in cups that had been decorated by Children’s Church to give to mothers on Mother’s Day. Members of Women’s Council are to bring zippered bags of personal care items to the June meeting for the local Red Cross Rescue Team to give to people who have had a house fire. Wayne and Elizabeth Beeson went to Warrensburg to visit Kyle and Cindy Palmer over the weekend. Other guests were David and Leannette Beeson and Cooper of Salem,Travis and Kaitlyn Palmer, and Tabitha Jones and Addy. Sunday afternoon Sarah Grinder, Mae Graham and Rhoda Graham went to visit Gene and Nancy Graham at the hospital in Kirksville. Teanna King visited Rhoda Graham on Tuesday and took her to a doctor appointment. Wednesday Teanna King and Jennifer Grinder took Rhoda Graham out to lunch in La Plata for her birthday. Rhoda Graham was guest of honor at a birthday supper at Hogfathers Wednesday night. Those attending were Mae Graham, Sarah Grinder, Jennifer Grinder, Carol Graham, Krystle Graham,Cassie Graham and Emmalynn Mae. Linda Phillips, Carolyn Read and Marsha Hammons attended a presentation entitled “Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?” at Loch Haven Senior living Community on Tuesday. Dolores attended senior recognition service at Clarence Christian Church Sunday. Her great niece was one of the graduating seniors. A Memorial service was held for Sharon Lair on April 29 at Atlanta Christian Church with dinner served afterwards.

Macon Roller Hockey Sticks Close in Two Games On Sunday, April 29th, the youth roller hockey team sponsored by the Macon Skate Center played two games in the Twister’s Hockey League at Hallsville, MO. Macon played the Brush & Associates team in the first game, which ended up being a close contest, with Macon coming up on the short end of the final 5-4 score. In the second game, Macon continued skating hard against the MOI team, with that game being a tie and going into overtime, and almost double-overtime except for a last minute shot that put the MOI team on top with a final score of 7-6. In each game, Kelton and Colton Marsh assisted with defensive steals and offensive goals with good passing and demonstrated teamwork. Quinten Ellsworth played

strong defense for Macon in both games with several blocks and kept the puck going back to the Macon offense. Merrick Lambert played goalie in the first game, recording 44 stops and allowing only 5 goals to score. In the second game, Merrick switched to offense and scored 5 goals. Nick Kesser scored 3 goals in the first game and played a great defensive game as goalie in the second game. The youth roller hockey team practices on Saturday mornings at the Macon Skate Center and plays games on Sunday afternoons at the Twister’s outdoor rink in Hallsville. The team is coached by Tracy Stephenson and Kevin Noyes. For more information about the program, you may contact Wayne Noyes at 660-676-2339.

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Cut to the Chase Who’s Driving? By Garrett Hawkins Complaining about Dad’s choice of radio stations was a common occurrence growing up. From the backseat of our Ford Crown Victoria, my siblings and I grumbled about his oldies music and let him know our preferred stations. It really didn’t matter though. As long as he was driving, he chose the music and would take our suggestions under advisement (or simply tune us out). We don’t want international trade negotiations to happen in a similar way. In reality, the executive branch takes the lead in negotiating deals. The president may or may not ask for Congress’ input during the process, but in the end, any trade agreement must be approved by both chambers to take effect. Unlike me as a kid, lawmakers actually have a little bit of leverage because our president doesn’t want to negotiate a deal only to have it amended or voted down by Congress. Our negotiators want the same commitment from other nations. This is where Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) comes in. TPA is legislation that ensures Congress is more involved in negotiations by basically setting up a contract between lawmakers and the president. Congress gains more oversight and input and, in return, agrees to vote up or down (without amendments) on the final agreement. To put this in perspective, more than 100 amendments to the 2014 farm bill were considered by the House of Representatives a couple of years ago. TPA was last approved by Congress in 2002, and it lapsed in 2007. Now the Obama administration is negotiating separate deals with Asia-Pacific countries and the European Union (EU), called the TransPacific Partnership (TPP) and Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), respectively. The sheer size and potential economic impact of TPP and T-TIP warrants Congress’ attention — and ours. TPP consists of Japan and 10 other countries. U.S. agriculture exports to these nations were valued at $63 billion in 2014, according to the U.S. Trade Representative. T-TIP includes the EU’s 28 countries. By eliminating or at least reducing trade barriers under both agreements, America’s farmers and ranchers will have better access to about a billion customers. U.S. trade officials are saying TPP negotiations are in the final stages, making renewal of TPA more critical. Legislation moving in the House of Representatives and

Senate, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act, would renew TPA, but with strings attached. The administration will be given objectives — almost 150 of them — to pursue along with requirements to consult with Congress during the process. If the administration holds up its end of the deal and negotiators are able to close out an agreement, Congress will give the trade pact an up-or-down vote. The Trade Priorities and Accountability Act is now before Congress. It may be one of the most important bills considered this year. Other countries need to know the administration and Congress are communicating and serious about reaching an agreement. More importantly, we need to know our president and trade officials are working to reach the best deal possible and are being held accountable along the way. Much is at stake for agriculture and other sectors when it comes to TPP and T-TIP negotiations. It’s in our best interest to make sure those in the driver’s seat hear us. Congress needs to pass Trade Promotion Authority. Farmers Get a Move On for GMOs By Kari Barbic When it comes to GMOs, there’s no shortage of misinformation. For too long, activists armed with nonscientific rhetoric have led the debate. With a rising number of companies like Chipotle trying to cash in on the fears surrounding GMOs, the facts get trampled by marketing campaigns. The real story on GMOs is one of ingenuity and environmental responsibility, and that’s the story farmers need to tell. With the launch of the new GetaMoveOn website, Farm Bureau is providing farmers and ranchers with tools to share their story of progress and innovation. Thanks to advances in biotechnology, farmers and ranchers are growing more food using less water, fuel and pesticides. American farmers are doing their part to reduce their environmental footprint, from decreasing runoff to lowering greenhouse gas emissions. For example, farmers have cut their fuel use from five gallons per acre to just one gallon per acre, largely because GM crops require little to no tillage. What would this kind of improvement look like off the farm? Well, the environmental benefits of the global use of GMOs in 2012 alone were equivalent to removing 11.9 million

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by Sharron Burns

May entered Friday with 2/10 inches of rain and moderate temperatures. Farmers have quite a lot of corn planted. As soon as the ground can be worked, they will plant beans. There is a beautiful full moon shining tonight. Donna and Jerry Gray enjoyed hearing Chase and Alaina Gray performing their Spring Music Concert Monday night. Kimberly Matheny and Leighton Shoop celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary at South Gifford Christian Church April 25th with family and friends. Verna Buck, Roger Jay Jarman, Lana and Mike Daniels, and Margaret Kincaid were recent guests of Mary and Roger Jarman. Rich and Sharron Burns attended the La Plata Drama Clubs presentation of “Harvey” at La Plata High School Friday evening. Our locals Addison Belfield and Cody Pinson, helped with technical parts of the play. The Lindberg cousins held a mushroom fry, hosted by Gary and Nancy Belfield Thursday night. Attending were Rich Burns, Evonne and Larry Baker, Birney Belfield, Gary and Nancy Belfield. Donna and Jerry Gray attended the Tuesday and Thrusday night ball games to see grandson, Zachary Gray participate Merlyn Amidei and husband and Sharron Burns met at La Plata library Tuesday to do research on the towns of

North and South Gifford. Ma Kenzie Beauttte and Sharron Burns worked on the 4-H Secretary’s book Friday at La Plata library. Grandma’s Home Cooking has been serving some delicious meals. Rich and Sharron Burns enjoyed Sunday lunch there. It is good to have local restaurant service again. The preschool -2nd grade students Showcase was held April 30th at La Plata Elementary School. Sharron Burns enjoyed the performance of the young talented children. Terri Wobken, Gayle Mc Vay, Cassie Perry, Norven and Kassie Slaughter called on Deon and Marietta Slaughter this week.. Richard and Sharron Burns attended the La Plata Lions club meeting at La Plata Presbyterian Family Life Center Tuesday evening. 4-H demo was the order of the day for Dayton Hudson and Sharron Burns Wednesday when they met at the home of Mary Lou Perry. 44 Beta Sigma Phi sorority members met Wednesday night at 1000 Hills restaurant. Locals attending were Nancy Belfield, Pam wares and Garneta Woodward. Richard Burns helped with the Tri County Conference track meet Wednesday at La Plata.

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cars from the road for one year. You don’t have to sell farmers on the value of GMOs though. They know the benefits and have been reaping them for nearly two decades. But if activists continue to spread fear instead of facts, it could get harder for farmers to use these valuable tools. The recent push for mandatory GMO labeling misleads consumers about food safety and could add unnecessary costs for everyone. Farmers and consumers alike stand to lose out on the benefits these crops have brought. While science backs up the safety of GM crops, consumers still have a right to know what’s in their food. But they deserve the facts, not marketing gimmicks. The Food and Drug Administration has a long and respected history of setting guidelines for how to provide safety and nutrition information. GMOs fall under these same guidelines, and voluntary labels provide additional options for consumers who prefer to purchase nonGMO products. But inconsistency with voluntary labels and the push for mandatory labeling are bringing more confusion than clarity. Consumers need consistent and accurate information to answer questions they may have about their food. The Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act would meet that need by creating national standards for GMO labeling. If Congress passes the bill, it would also create a voluntary labeling program, run by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service and similar to the agency’s certified organic program. Consumers benefit from a variety of options at their local markets and need accurate information about their food. The Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act can provide both. Farmers and ranchers know what’s at stake if we move backward from the advances technology has brought to agriculture. But members of Congress need the facts as well. They need to hear from the people working with GMOs every day: The farmers and ranchers working to grow the safest and most affordable food possible.

Heartland Headlines by Kathy Nickerson The Heartland Eagles went to Joplin last weekend to compete in the Missouri Christian Schools Athletic Association State Track Meet. Todd Metzger coaches the girls’ team with the help of Aline Marshall who coaches the distance runners. Darin Rihanek provided special coaching for the discus and shot put. At state, everyone competes at the varsity level. Since our track team includes many grade levels, that meant some of our sixth graders ran against high school girls, and they did well. We had some first place wins and some great showings in several events. We are proud of all these athletes for their hard work and dedication. And we are grateful to the coaches and leaders who dedicated their time to long road trips, late practices, and lots of encouragement as they helped these students achieve their personal best.

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La Plata Municipal Court was held on Friday, May 1st, 2015 at 9 a.m. with the Honorable Phoebe Sutton, La Plata Municipal Judge. Officials in attendance were City Prosecutor Sherry Darling, Municipal Court Clerk Carri Matheney, Police Chief Jason Bunch, Officer Andrew Wachter and Sergeant Tressler (T.J.) Stephenson. Some cases were disposed prior to the court date at the Violations Bureau. Terry Beautte was charged with Unsafe Backing involving Accident – Continued. Kayla Belt plead guilty to No Valid License Plates. Adam M. Benedict plead guilty to No Valid License Plates. Joshua Besowshek plead guilty to Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility, No Valid License Plates and No Valid Operator’s License. Paige Bledsoe failed to appear for a Motion for Bond Forfeiture for Speeding 6-10 MPH Over – Bond Forfeiture ordered and a Warrant was issued for Failure to Appear. Marshal Bowser plead guilty to an amended charge of Speeding 4 MPH Over. Harry F. Coles failed to appear and make payments on Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility and No Valid License Plates charges – Summons Issued. Haylee Cook plead no contest to Speeding 11-15 MPH. Sean Dabney was charged with Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility and No Valid License Plates – Continued. Kevin P. Delaney plead no contest to Speeding 6-10 MPH Over. Dustin Dye plead guilty to Speeding 1115 MPH Over. David Allen Edwards was issued Warrants for Failure to Appear on charges of

No Valid License Plates, Stealing Under $500 and Unauthorized Plates Tags or Stickers. Dakotah Dawn Fredrick was issued Warrants for failure to appear on charges Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility and Speeding 11-15 MPH Over. Charla Sue Golden failed to appear and to comply with probation conditions – Motion to Revoke Probation. Keara A. Golden plead guilty to Speeding 6-10 MPH Over. Edwin Floyd Gordy failed to appear on Possession of Drug Paraphernalia charges – Summons Issued. Terry R. Griffin was charged with Speeding 21-25 MPH Over and Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility – Continued. Cody Lynn Hall plead guilty to No Valid License Plates. Matthew Heckman plead no contest to Speeding 16-20 MPH Over. Mary Margaret Helm consented to apply bond on Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility charge. Charmaura Henderson was charged with Speeding 6-10 MPH Over – Continued. Patrick A. Howard plead guilty to Speeding 16-20 MPH Over. Darius Thomas Jackson failed to appear on Speeding 6-10 MPH Over – Summons Issued. Michelle Juricic plead guilty to Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility. Michelle Juricic was charged with No Valid License Plates – Continued. Conn Wade Lamberson plead guilty and applied bond to No Valid Operator’s License and Speeding 21-25 MPH Over charges. Aaron Lawrence plead guilty to Speed-

ing 16-20 MPH Over. Jennifer Lepes was charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Continued. Cheyene Yvonne Marsh failed to appear on Speeding 11-15 MPH Over – Summons Issued. Travis Edward Meyers failed to appear on No Valid License Plates and Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility charges – Warrants Issued. Mikayla Pauline Miller plead guilty to Possession of 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – SIS. Mikayla Pauline Miller plead guilty to an amended charge of Speeding 4 MPH Over. Thomas Lee Miller plead no contest to Speeding 11-15 MPH Over. Alicia Linn Moreno was charged with No Valid License Plates and No Valid Operator’s License – Continued. Todd Joseph Morton was charged with No Valid License Plates and Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility – Continued. Truman Leroy Nissley plead guilty to Speeding 11-15 MPH Over. Megan Mary O’Brien was charged with Speeding 11-15 MPH Over – Continued. Caleb Patrick Omelia plead guilty to Speeding 11-15 MPH Over. Alexander John Pins plead no contest to Speeding 11-15 MPH Over charge. Kyle Riley was charged with Receiving Stolen Property – Continued. Dakota Cheyenne Rogers plead guilty to Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility. Tara Lynn Rogers-Miller was issued a Summons for failure to appear on Speeding 6-10 MPH Over and Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility.

Cynthia Ann Russell was issued a Warrant for failure to appear on No Valid License Plate Charge. Clay G. Sanders was issued a Summons for failure to appear on Stealing Under $500/Failure to Appear charge. Joy Marie Seggerman plead guilty to Speeding 11-15 MPH. David Alan Shrouf was issued a Warrant for Failure to Appear/Non-Payment of Fines on DWI charge. Timothy P. Sizemore was charged with 2 counts of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia-Continued. Matthew Morgan Stocks plead guilty to Speeding 11-15 MPH. Travis Navarone Treece plead guilty to No Valid License Plates. James Edwin Tucker plead guilty to an amended charge of Speeding 4 MPH Over. Tyler Andrew Vestal was issued a Warrant for failure to appear on Speeding 1115 MPH Over charge. Thomas William Washington plead guilty to Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility and No Valid License Plates. Christina Elaine Yadon was issued Warrants for failure to appear on Driving While Suspended and Speeding 11-15 MPH Over charges. Sean Terrance Yadon plead guilty to Speeding 11-15 MPH Over. Austin Matthew York plead no contest to Speeding 16-20 MPH Over. Angela Marie Yuen was issued a Summons for failure to appear on Speeding 11-15 MPH over charge. Brandi R. Zahringer was issued a Warrant for failure to appear on Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility charge.

Clarence Care Center Doug Beldon and Larry & Becky Roberts led church services for the residents and their guests Sunday morning. Those attending were Dorothy Dee Daniel, Darrell McDowell, Lou Ann Taylor, Helen Griswold, Colleen Reid, Hooley & Deana Sanford, Pat Bradshaw, Shelly Bradshaw, Bob Vickers, Beverly Stultz, Andy Yoder, Birdie Judd, Ruth Jones, Oreta Imler, Isabel Hutcherson, Norma Latimer, Frank & Martha Mason, and Missy, Anna & Sarah Killen. Holly and the residents played Washers Monday morning. Helen Griswold received the most points. This afternoon, Bingo was the place to be. The grand prize winners were Howard McConnell,

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Virginia White, and Ruth Jones. Tuesday morning, the residents played Famous Sayings Trivia game. Everyone had fun reminiscing as Holly asked the questions. Dorothy Dee Daniel was able to recall the most famous sayings. Several residents played their favorite card game, SkipBo, this afternoon. Dorothy Dee won the most games. The residents played the Nintendo Wii Charge game Wednesday morning. The most points went to Darrell McDowell. Pastor Delbert Earlywine, from the Clarence United Methodist Church, led Bible study this afternoon. The study was taken from 1 John 4:7-21. Thursday morning was the perfect

morning to go fishing! Mark and Holly, along with Hooley Sanford, Frank Bowen, and Marvin Burkhardt, went to the Shelbina Lake. After enjoying the beautiful morning views at the lake, they stopped by Dollar General and did a little shopping before coming home. The Friendship Design class met after lunch. They made May Day cards. The cards were so pretty with lots of colorful flowers and a sweet sentiment. Clark Dobbs, from the Macon First Baptist Church, led Bible study Friday morning. The study title was “Stick with Love”. Scripture was read from John 15:9-14. Clark told us the starting point for any strong relationship is love, love that is

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expressed in both attitudes and actions. Jesus modeled this kind of love for us. Holly and the residents played Snack Bingo this afternoon. Curtis Maupin assisted the residents and the grand prize winners were Colleen Reid, Darrell McDowell, and Andy Yoder. Saturday morning, Ronnie Shores visited with the residents, then after lunch, the residents watched “Footloose” during Movie Time with Darrell. The recent donations from Ruth Glatz and Family were very much appreciated. We are so blessed! Have a wonderful week!

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As Severe Weather Approaches, Prepare, Stay Informed and Have a Plan

With the potential for severe weather across the plains and several Midwestern states the remainder of this week and into the weekend, staff at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region VII office are coordinating with state and local officials in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska and urge the public to prepare to stay safe. “With the threat of severe weather developing, we urge residents to listen to NOAA Weather Radio and local newscasts, monitor digital media feeds for updates and follow the instructions provided by local emergency officials,” said FEMA Region VII Administrator Beth Freeman. “As folks make their weekend plans, this severe weather threat is a reminder everyone needs to remain vigilant as we can’t always anticipate when or where a disaster might strike.” Make A Plan! Your family may not be together when a disaster strikes so it is important to plan in advance. For more information on creating your family’s emergency plan, visit http://www.ready.gov/make-a-plan. Have an Emergency Supply Kit! To prepare for power outages and the disruption of essential services, FEMA urges families to prepare an emergency supply kit for their homes and cars. For more information, visit http://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit. When preparing a kit, remember water, medications, and items needed for the well-being of your pets. Stay Informed! Pay attention to and follow instructions from local emergency officials. FEMA App Has Weather Alerts (NEW!) Download the FEMA app (available in English and Spanish, for Apple, Blackberry and Android) to get severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service, https://www.fema.gov/mobile-app. Social Media—A great monitoring tool!

Most local emergency managers, state and government agencies, including the National Weather Service, have an active social media presence and use it to provide fast, current and critical information before, during and after emergencies. Consider following the Facebook, Twitter or Instagram handles of your local emergency management office, as well as hospitals, schools and voluntary organizations serving your community. If you don’t already have one, consider using a social media list to monitor the severe weather threat; how local officials are responding; and what they may ask of you and your family. @FEMARegion7 on Twitter has created social media lists for Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska. Subscribe to your state’s list, www.twitter. com/femaregion7/lists, or use it as a template to create your own. Learn and chat about creating Twitter and Facebook lists using #PrepList. Tips for Severe Weather Safety! If you have severe weather in your area, keep these safety tips in mind: Become familiar with the terms used to identify a severe weather hazard and talk to your family about what you will do if a watch or warning is issued. Here are the terms you need to know: WATCH: Meteorologists are monitoring an area or region for the formation of a specific type of threat (e.g. flooding, severe thunderstorms, or tornados). WARNING: Specific life and property threatening conditions are occurring and imminent. Take appropriate safety precautions. If there’s a tornado warning, you’ll need to know what to do no matter where you are. Learn more before the storms arrive, http://www.ready.gov/tornadoes. DISTANCE TO SAFE ROOM MATTERS: While community safe rooms offer significant reassurance and protection during a severe weather event, always make the safe and certain choice about where to seek shelter – particularly if there is little time to travel to the location

New Atalpal 2 Officers

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Newly elected officers for the Atalpal 2 club are pictured at a recent meeting. Peggy Loe, President, Mary Plumlee, First Vice President; Carol Hays, Courtesy; Pam Wares, Secretary; Shirley Smith, Treasurer; Paula Thomson, Second Vice President, Maurine Crawford, Historian/ Journalist; Sharron Burns, Parliamentarian There are presently 19 members. Members include: Pat Belt, Marie Collum, Jean Elliott, Lenora Grear, Donna Kelly, Blanche Meeks, Becky Mohan, Jerry Prather, Wanda Sederwall, Betty Seidt, Susan Walker and the officers pictured. This Organization was organized in 1946.

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of the community safe room. It is always best to seek shelter in your basement or in the lowest possible structure in your residence if time and warning are limited when severe weather hits. LOCATION MATTERS: Know your surroundings and your structures if you’re planning to attend an event, take vacation, visit family, or if you are staying in a location other than your home like a hotel, campground or cabin. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the facility’s emergency plans including: sirens and warnings, how to shelter in place, and steps to be taken in the event of an evacuation. MOBILE HOMES: Mobile homes, even if tied down, offer little protection from tornadoes and should be abandoned. A mobile home can overturn very easily even if precautions have been taken to tie down the unit. Residents of mobile homes must plan in advance and identify safe shelter in a nearby building. FLOODING: Be aware that flash flooding can occur within minutes and with little notice. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move immediately to higher ground. Do not wait for instructions to move. Do not drive through flood water. When you see flood waters ahead: Turn Around, Don’t Drown! SAFETY AFTER THE STORM: Injury may occur when people walk amid disaster debris and enter damaged buildings. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, long sleeves and gloves when handling or walking on or near debris. Be aware of possible structural, electrical or gas-leak hazards in or around your home. Contact your local city or county building inspectors for information on structural safety codes and standards and before going back to a property with downed power lines, or the possibility of a gas leak. Do not touch downed power lines or objects in contact with downed lines. Report downed power lines and electrical hazards to the police and the utility company. They may also offer suggestions on finding a qualified contractor to do work for you.

Dear Editor, The waitress staff of Diner 54 would like to thank our patrons & customers for their support. Also to apologize, we were just as unaware of the closing as you. We would like to offer our sincere apologies. Mary, Cheryl, Crystal 1, Crystal 2, Tess, Erica, Cindy and Theresa

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