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Officer involved shooting On January 30, 2016, at approximately 10:42 p.m., the Ray County Sheriff’s Office requested the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s assistance with a vehicular pursuit with a stolen vehicle. The Patrol joined the pursuit on MO Highway 210 at 10:46 p.m. As the pursuit entered Clay County, the Ray County Sheriff’s office terminated their involvement. The Missouri State Highway Patrol became the primary pursuing agency and Volume 110 - Issue 3 the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office assisted. The pursuit continued to the LaBenite access to the Missouri River where the driver of the stolen vehicle partially submerged A one-vethe vehicle. Preliminary inhicle accident vestigation indicates the susclaimed the life pect exited the vehicle and of 25-year-old failed to obey several verbal Matthew J. Tice commands from the officers of Mtn. View on on the scene as he attempted Tuesday, February 2. This was to push the vehicle further into the water. The suspect then put his hands into his sweatshirt. After more than 30 minutes of negotiating, the suspect still had his

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Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Howell Co.

Mtn. View man fatally injured in crash Troop G’s fourth fatality for 2016 compared to zero fatalities this time in 2015.

The accident occurred at 4:40 p.m. in Howell County on Highway W just 5 miles north of Peace Valley. Reports in-

dicate that Tice was traveling Northbound when his 1997 Ford F-150 traveled off the left side of the roadway, down an embankment and then struck a tree. Tice was pronounced deceased by Howell County Coroner Tim

Cherry at 5:41 p.m.

The vehicle, which sustained total damage, was towed by Gentlemen Jim’s of Mtn. View.

The accident was investigated by Sgt. J.D. Wheeler.

See full obituary on page 5.

Texas Co.

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Howell Co.

Lincoln Day March 4 Howell County Republican Party Chair Ward Franz has announced the date for the annual Lincoln Day for Howell County. Ward says, “save the day for Friday, March 4.” He explained the event this year will be themed “old fashioned politics and bar-b-que” with a bit more casual approach.

The event will be held in the Magnolia Room of the West Plains Civic Center.

Franz says, “Given the excitement of the election cycle, I am expecting a good number of candidates attending this year’s event. In fact, all four Republican gubernatorial candidates have already confirmed their attendance at our event.” Those four include John Brunner, Eric Greitens, Catherine Hannaway and Peter Kinder. Franz added that other statewide candidates and even presidential candidates have been invited as Howell County Lincoln Day is held before the Missouri Presidential Primary this year.

Lincoln Day is an annual event of the Howell County Republic Party, so named to honor Abraham Lincoln.

Tickets for this year’s Howell County Lincoln Day will be available soon. Chairman Franz concluded by saying, “Tickets prices for attending this year’s Lincoln Day have been lowered as we want as many as possible to join us for this celebration.”

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2 men arrested for posing as police, stealing firearms Two men are in custody and charges have been filed in connection James J. Woolsey with a residential burglary. According to reports the two men, James J. Woolsey, 25 of Summersville and Lenny J. Hebert, Jr., 27 of Hartshorn allegedly lured the homeowners away from their property by calling them and acting like an undercover

police officer. Woolsey and Hebert told the homeowners that their daughter may be in some kind of danger and they needed to pick her up and bring her to the West Plains Police Department.

Once the homeowners left, Woolsey and Hebert broke into the home located on Hunter Drive in Summersville. They stole numerous items from the residence including 23 firearms. Afterwards the two stole an ATV from the residence to transport the stolen goods through the woods to their truck that

was parked nearby.

Woolsey and Hebert both admitted to breaking into the residence, stealing the firearms and other items along with the ATV. Woolsey’s boot was compared to a footprint on the door of the burglarized residence and it was consistent. The two admitted to stashing the goods in the woods off of W Highway.

Law enforcement traveled to the area and uncovered four bags of miscellaneous items that was stolen from Hunter Drive along with 19 firearms.

Two additional firearms

were recovered from Hebert’s girlfriend’s residence along with other mis- Lenny J. Hebert, Jr. cellaneous items stolen from the Hunter Drive residence. Woolsey admitted to taking the remaining two firearms as his half of the burglary.

James J. Woolsey is being charged with burglary-2nd See Arrest on Page 7

Carter Co.

Troop G investigates woman’s suicide Shortly before midnight on February 4, 2016, the Carter County Sheriff’s Department had telephone contact with a female who was upset with the recent arrest of her husband and threatened suicide. A Troop G trooper and Carter County Deputy Sheriff responded to the female’s residence and were met in front of the residence by the female, who was armed with a handgun. The female was asked

several times to put the gun the head. She was taken to a She is identified as Dalia down, however she fired Poplar Bluff hospital where Sobas, 64, of Ellsinore, Misone shot striking herself in she was pronounced dead. souri.

Mtn. View-Birch Tree

School board to meet Thursday The Mtn. View-Birch Tree R-III School District Board of Education will meet on Thursday, February 11. This meeting will begin at 5:45 p.m. with a school calendar hearing. The meeting will take

place at the Mtn. View Elementary School Media Center. The regular meeting will begin at 5 p.m.

Items on the Consent Agenda include: Approval of minutes from the January board

meeting; approval of payment of bills totaling $301,242.82 and the monthly administrative/principal reports.

After Student Time where See Board on Page 7

Mtn. View

Stitchin’ Sisters create garments for upcoming local Haiti mission trip A group of women gather together and through the love, support and donations from the community they create dresses. These dresses are shipped halfway around the world to Haiti.

A simple pillowcase pattern is used to create a cherished garment for the impoverished Haitians. These garments are handed out at clinics and the local church.

During mission trips to Haiti, health clinics are held where scabies, an infection of the skin, is treated. After treatment the patient is given a new dress or shorts.

In 2011 it began with 410 dresses and 75 pair of shorts being shipped. Today that number has grown to 1,744 dresses and 1,225 pair of shorts. Along with the dresses and shorts a new pair of

underwear is also shipped.

The Stitchin’ Sisters meet the second Monday of every month, September through April. The women work 9 am. to 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church. “Come when you can and leave when you must is what we say,” Carole Clapp said to any volunteers who want to come by and help.

Anyone wishing to donate

to the group of come by and help can contact Clapp at 417-204-9367.

“We truly appreciate the communities support through donations of fabric, thread and buttons,” stated Clapp.

Obituaries Kathleen Fry Joseph Eric Turner, Sr. Don & Louise Chamernic Audrey Christine Altermatt Stanley Eugene Burton Everett Lewis Thomas, Jr. Matthew Jameson Tice Alta Schweighauser Phone: 417-934-2025 Fax: 417-934-1591 Email: office@mvstandard.com Copyright 2015 Mountain View Standard News, LLC

Mission Trip - Pictured above is Manda Stout with Dresses for Haiti - The Stitchin’ Sisters have been making dresses for mission trips to Haiti a Haitian girl who received a since 2011. Several of the members are pictured above holding the dresses. From left to right, dress created by the Stitchin’ Valerie Clapp, Carole Clapp, Mary West, Alexis Hyneman and Karen Cafourek. Not pictured Sisters. (Photo provided to are Patty Hockman, Dorothy Pierce and Alice Layman. (Photo: Standard/Wagner) the Standard)

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Prescribed burns in Ava, Doniphan

Fire can be a beneficial tool for improving wildlife habitat and reducing less-desirable plant species when used in controlled, supervised conditions. However, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) stresses that prescribed fire involves planning and on-site management.

Each year, MDC holds prescribed burn workshops throughout the state to show how fire can be used as a management tool for landowners. These free workshops are for landowners who are interested in managing their land in a conservation-friendly fashion. Workshops will be held in Ava and Doniphan in February. Here See Burns on Page 7

HOWELL CO.

MOST WANTED

The Howell County Sheriff's Department has issued warrants and is looking for four individuals in the Howell County area. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these individuals, do not try to apprehend them, call the sheriff's office at 417-256-2544 or local authorities.

James C. Dickman, age 24 - Wanted for warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and a class A misdemeanor charge of possession of up to 35 grams of marijuana. Bond set at $4,500.

Daniel L. Farnsworth, age 51 - Wanted for warrant for arrest on a class B felony charge of dist/del/ manf/produce or attempt to or possess with intent to dist/del/ manf/produce a controlled substance and a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. Bond set at $25,000.

Cassie M. Bullock, age 24 - Wanted for warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of endangering the welfare of a child creating substantial risk-1st degee-1st offense-no sexual conduct.

Bond set at $4,500. (No photo available.)

Priscilla Stokes, age 34 Wanted for probation violation warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of abuse or neglect of a child and a class C felony charge of endangering welfare of a child-1st degree. No bond.

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Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Tough week for Eagles against two of the best

by Brian Ingalls Mountain View Standard News brian@mvstandard.com

Brenton Bush scored a season high 29 points on the road at Thayer, and Josh Pruett posted 30 against an onfire Mountain Grove team, but the Liberty Eagles fell short in both contests, losing their grip on Thayer in the fourth quarter to fall 58-51, and getting buried by the incredible shooting of the Panthers who ran away with a 90-72 victory. The losses dropped the Eagles to 0-3 in the South Central Association and 14-8 overall for the season.

They knew it wasn’t going to be easy. “We knew that going in,” said Liberty Eagles Head Coach Rob Brown on Monday, “We talked about that weeks in advance.

Definitely one you circle your calendar on. You know it’s going to be tough week.”

At least the Eagles can say they are the only team

who has beaten Thayer. After handing the 20-2 Thayer Bobcats their only two losses of the season, the Eagles knew getting a third victory at Thayer was a tall order.

Even so, Liberty had their chances a week ago Tuesday.

It was the fourth game of the season for the two teams, and this one counted for the SCA. “They were definitely fired up for us,” said Brown, “I thought we got every shot we wanted early. We were getting good shots around the rim. We just shot it horribly. I think we shot 28-29 percent for the night. Going into the fourth we had a three-point lead, and scored eight points. Nobody wanted to step up, be aggressive, attack the rim. We were just real passive and let Thayer dictate.”

The fourth quarter spoiled what would have been a gutsy comeback for the Eagles in hostile territory. Liberty fell behind 14-6 in the first quarter as baskets from

Ayden Henry and Zach Horton, plus three foul-shots from Tucker Hargrove and a three-pointer by Zyman Langley, gave the Bobcats the early lead.

With most of his teammates struggling to get shots to fall, Brenton Bush almost singlehandedly kept up with Thayer. Bush scored 14 points in the second quarter, including two three-point shots and three more baskets.

“Bush played well,” said Brown, “Brenton’s just one of those guys who will give you everything he’s got.”

By the time halftime arrived, Bush had cut Thayer’s lead to just four. He kept it up in the third quarter by burying three more 3-pointers, and got help from Corbin Dewick who scored eightpoints and Mathew Coatney who sank a three-pointer. As the fourth quarter arrived, Liberty had taken the lead.

It was SCA basketball at its best.

“I thought it was a great

Cornman signs with MO Western

Letter of Intent - Cale Cornman, a 2016 graduate of Liberty High School, signed his letter of intent to play Middle Linebacker for the Griffon’s at Missouri Western. He will be playing for Head Coach Jerry Partridge. Cornman’s honors from this past year include 1st Team All-State Linebacker; named to the Class 2 Defensive Player of the Year by the Missouri Football Coaches Association and named to the Ozarks Football Player of the Year by Ozark Radio Network. “Cale is the all-time leading tackler at Liberty High School. He recorded over 170 tackles this past year and had 23 tackles versus Lamar in the Quarterfinal game,” commented Head Coach Darin Acklin. Cornman is seated with is parents Mark and Linda Cornman. Pictured standing is LHS Head Football Coach Darin Acklin and LHS Football Coach Brock Kenaga. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

environment,” said Brown, “The gym was packed. Thayer had a great student section. Both towns had great community support. Tuesday night, you couldn’t ask for a better environment. I don’t know if it was a let-down. I just thought we might have got a little passive late.”

In fact, in the final eight-minute stretch, Liberty managed to sink only two baskets. One came from Dewick and the other from Shalin Stout. Bush and Josh Pruett added a some free throws, but the Eagles needed more as Thayer put up 18 fourth-quarter points, and as usual, got about half of those from the foul-line. Led by Horton and Henry, the Bobcats sent the Eagles home with a 58-51 loss.

It got even tougher last Friday night against the Mountain Grove Panthers whose only losses have come against Hartville, Clever, and Nixa. The Panthers who are undefeated in the SCA, and had recently taken care of Willow Springs and Ava with ease, shot the ball like the Liberty gym was their home court.

“They came right out and hit us right in the mouth right off the get-go,” said Brown, “I think their first three shots were three’s, never even touched the rim, straight net. (They) had 14 three’s for the night. I thought a lot of those, we were in pretty good shape…they just shot the ball extremely well and then we kinda got into a panic because we were down so much. We got away from our offense. Everybody tried to go one-on-one. Anything that could’ve went wrong, went wrong, and it was as bad as it could get.”

That was certainly true for the third quarter when the Panthers took a nine-point lead and turned it into a 21-point advantage thanks to

Put back! Corbin Dewick (11) has ruled the baseline this season. Here he gets position and goes up for the basket during Friday night’s shootout with the Mountain Grove Panthers. Dewick finished the night with seven points. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

three-point shots from Treye Collins, D.J. McNew, and Cade Coffman. McNew added two other baskets, and got help from Brock Coffman and Thomas Clifton as each added a basket and hit freethrows. If not for Josh Pruett it would have been a rout.

“I thought Josh Pruett played like a young man.

Friday night he was huge,” said Brown, “(He) went to the hole well, shot the three well. Showed the aggression we need out of him.” Pruett scored all night, including 17 in the first half, four in the third quarter, and nine more in the fourth for a total of 30-points, his season high. With help from baskets

by Stout, Orchard, and Dewick, plus three-point shots

by Bush and Coatney, the Eagles managed to put up 26 fourth quarter points against the Panthers.

But even then, Mountain

Grove couldn’t be stopped.

The Panthers shot an impressive 15 of 18 from the foul-line in the fourth quarter, added three-pointers from Cade Coffman and Collins, and never let Liberty get back into the game, taking a 90-72 victory back home.

It capped off a tough week for the Eagles who look to regroup on the road this week with a game at Willow Springs Tuesday, and at Ava on Friday. After that, it’s just one more week of games before the District Tournaments get underway.

For the Eagles, there’s a lot to play for.

SCORING AGAINST THAYER: Coatney 3, Bush 29, Dewick 14, Stout 2, Pruett 3; AGAINST GROVE: Coatney 6, Holden 2, Bush 15, Dewick 7, Stout 10, Orchard 2, Pruett 30.

You Can’t Touch This! Shalin Stout (12) towers above the Panthers last Friday night for a jump-shot. Stout finished the game with 10 points, but despite the size disadvantage, the SCA-leading Panthers simply couldn’t miss, outscoring Liberty by 90-72. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

LHS girls swim team season nears end

LHS Girls Swim Team - The first members of the Liberty High School Girls Swim Team are Ashley Smotherman, Ally Smith, Kourtney French and Kristina Stockton. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

The Liberty High School girls swim team season is quickly coming to a close. The team, which consists of four seasoned swimmers from the Mtn. View Hurricanes swim team, have had a great first season thus far.

The team made their debut

at the All-Relays on December 1, 2015 at Springfield Central.

In the 200 Yard Freestyle Relay the team placed 18th with a time of 2:24.74; 200 Yard Backstroke Relay the team placed 13th with a time of See Swim on Page 4

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Upcoming Events Valentine’s Day deliveries at Liberty High School Each year on Valentines Day, Liberty High School receives many deliveries for students. In order to ensure that all students receive their deliveries and that school bus safety is maintained, parents and flower shops need to be aware of the following: - Students will not be allowed to take any balloons or glass bottles/vases on the bus.

- All deliveries must be made no later than 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 11.

- Deliveries should be made to the stage door through the back parking lot gates. (Push the “call” button to be admitted through the gate.)

- Students will not receive their deliveries until the end of the school day.

Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please call 417-934-2020.

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Weekly forecast for the Mountain View (65548) area Wednesday Feb. 10

Thursday Feb. 11

Friday Feb. 12

Saturday Feb. 13

Sunday Feb. 14

Monday Feb. 15

Tuesday Feb. 16

High: 40 Low: 21

High: 45 Low: 22

High: 49 Low: 20

High: 38 Low: 16

High: 36 Low: 25

High: 43 Low: 28

High: 54 Low: 33

Looking Back Through the eyes of the Standard News

Friends of the Garnett Library to meet February 12

Two Missouri State University-West Plains faculty members who hail from areas outside the boundaries of the United States will discuss their road to West Plains at the Friends of the Garnett Library monthly luncheon meeting Friday, February 12, on the Missouri State-West Plains campus.

The luncheon and meeting will take place from noon to 1 p.m. in rooms 104 and 105 on the lower level of the Lybyer Technology Center. Parking is available in the lot off Cass Avenue on the north side of the building.

Cost of the meal is $10, payable at the door. Those wishing to eat are asked to make a reservation by calling 417255-7940 or emailing FriendsofGarnettLibrary@MissouriState.edu by Tuesday, February 9.

For more information about Friends of the Garnett LiStandard News Archive - August 24, 1988 - A storm, which moved through the Summersville area brary, visit the organization’s website, http://wp.missouriThursday evening, resulted in several roofs being damaged, including Summersville City Hall, and several state.edu/development/friends.htm or call 417-255-7940. windows being broken out. A lightening produced fire which destroyed the home pictured above, the home is located 6 miles from Summersville on Z Highway. A family moving into the home lost their belongings when the rental trailer parked in front of the home also caught fire and burnt to the ground.

One long time Summersville resident said the winds associated with the storm were the strongest he can The Mountain View United Methodist Church invites you and your Valentine to spend the evening with us on Satur- ever remember in Summersville.

Valentine Dinner February 13

day, February 13 for a pasta dinner, salad, bread, dessert and drinks. $8 per adult, $5 for children. There will be a separate child car area with games, movies, pizza and cookies. This is a youth sponsored event to raise money for World Vision.

Ozarks Native Plant Society meeting February 16 The Ozarks Native Plant Society 2016 meetings will begin on Tuesday, February 16 at the Ozarks Regional Office of the Missouri Department of Conservation at 551 Joe Jones Blvd(Highway 160 east)in West Plains. Meetings start at 6:30 p.m.

Jack Toll will give a talk about the new Rotary Nature park and Outdoor Classroom in Mountain View that is set to open this coming fall. The park features native plant communities including a butterfly garden, an amphibian pond and a ½ mile trail through woodland and prairie. Come learn about how the park was developed and plans for its operation.

Heart of the Ozarks United Way meeting February 18 The Annual Meeting for the Heart of the Ozarks United Way was cancelled due to inclement weather and has been rescheduled for Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 6 p.m. at the Howell-Oregon Electric Community Room. The Annual meeting is open to the public and anyone wanting to attend is welcome.

Busy Hands Workshop 5K Color Run/Walk The Busy Hands Workshop 5K Color Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, April 23 at 2 p.m. Registration is going on now and includes a t-shirt, color bag and sunglasses for $25. Drop off registration form and payment at Liberty High School to Marlenia Barker, Mtn. View Elementary to Lanna Tharp or mail to Liberty High School, Marlenia Barker, 1054 Old Hwy. 60, Mtn. View, MO 65548. For questions email Marlenia Barker at mbarker@liberty.mvbt.k12.mo.us.

Line Dance Lessons at the Mtn. View Senior Center The Mountain View Senior Center will start having line dance lessons every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Beginners are welcome to attend. This is a great way to get your exercise and have fun at the same time.

Mark your calendars

Alanon meetings 8:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in LHS JV/Varsity boys basketball Willow Springs. Call game at Ava 417-469-5550 for info Saturday, February 13th Thursday, February 11th TBA 7:00 a.m.

Heart of the Ozarks Half Wednesday, February 10th Rotary Club of Mtn. View Marathon & 10 K will be 7:00 a.m. will meet at held. For details, go to Coffee & Billiards at the Ron’s Family Restaurant. http://heartoftheozarkMtn. View Senior Center 8:00 a.m. shalfmarathon.com/index.

7:30 a.m.

Yoga with Vicki is offered for html - Biscuits & Gravy at the Mtn. ladies ages 50 plus. These 9:00 a.m.

View Senior Center until 9:00 classes are modified to fit The TLR Gun & Knife Show a.m. Buttermilk biscuits and your needs. For details call will be held in the sausage gravy, $1.50 for a small 417-293-1184.

WP Civic Center until 5 p.m. and $2.00 for large, coffee The first class is free.

12:00 p.m. included.

9:00 a.m.

Voter Registration Drive at Carry-out or dine-in Line dancing at the the Ferguson Building 12 10:00 a.m.

Mtn. View Senior Center, p.m. to 7 p.m. Register in - Story Time at the beginners welcome, no charge. time to vote in the March Mtn. View Public Library 10:00 a.m.

Presidential Preference - Arthritis Exercise at the Mtn. Art for the beginner or Primary and the April Willow View Senior Center expert at the Mtn. View Springs local elections.

12:00 p.m.

Senior Center.

1:00 p.m.

- Willow Springs Rotary Club at 2:00 p.m.

LHS girls swim team to Open Range. Contact LHS girls swim team to compete in the SWMO Teresa Waggoner at 417-252compete in the SWMO Championships at Kickapoo 0316 for information.

Championships at Kickapoo 6:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

- Skating & Open gym at Bingo at the - Mtn. View-Birch Tree R-III the Mtn. View Family Youth Mtn. View Healthcare School District Board of Center until 9:45 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

Education meeting at the Call 417-934-5437.

- First Baptist Church Mtn. View Elementary $3 admission per child AWANAs. Meal served at 5:30 - LHS JV/Varsity girls Sunday, February 14th p.m. church starts basketball game vs. Newburg 9:00 a.m. at 6 p.m.

Friday, February 12th The TLR Gun & Knife Show - Zumba at the Mtn. View TBA will be held in the Community Center, No school for the WP Civic Center until 5 p.m. instructed by Mtn. View-Birch Tree 8:00 p.m.

Mary Zitter-Newman School District for Willow Springs Alcoholics 5:45 p.m.

Teacher In-Service Anonymous and Al-Anon - Mtn. View Christian Church 6:30 a.m. meetings at the Sacred Heart TEAM 412 (preschool thru 6th OMC will host a Free Heart Church. Call 417-469-5550 grade) and The Journey youth Risk Screening at the OMC Monday, February 15th group (junior high and high Heart Care Services, 1115 TBA school). Doors open at 5:45 Alaska Avenue.

No school for the p.m. Dinner served at Appointments are required Mtn. View-Birch Tree School 6 p.m. Classes start and may be made by calling District in observance of at 6:30 p.m.

417-257-6793.

President’s Day - Narcotics Anonymous, 6:30 7:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m. p.m. at Mothers Against MethCoffee & Billiards at the Arthritis Exercise at the amphetamine (MAM) 503 E. Mtn. View Senior Center Mtn. View Senior Center Main Street Willow Springs. For 8:30 a.m.

1:00 p.m. information call 417-469-0018 FBLA District 14 Leadership - Arts & Crafts Club at the or 417-855-9113.

Conference at the WSCF Ferguson Building 8:00 p.m.

WP Civic Center in Willow Springs. Call Sue Alcoholics Anonymous and 10:00 a.m.

Thompson at 417-252-7477 Arthritis Exercise at the - Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 Mtn. View Senior Center p.m. to 6 p.m. in Fellowship 12:30 p.m.

Hall at the Willow Springs (Help for friends Shuffleboard Games at United Methodist Church & families of alcoholics) Mtn. View Senior Center 311 Harris Street.

Monday - 7:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.

Call 1-800-733-2767 to Mtn. View A Free Community Heart make an appointment Presbyterian Church Saver Course will be held at 5:00 p.m.

205 E. 2nd Street the OMC Parkway Center.

Voter Registration Drive at 417-247-7146 Call OMC Education Services the Ferguson Building 5 p.m. or at 417-257-6793 to enroll. to 8 p.m. Register in time to 417-247-0566 Seating is limited. vote in the March Presidential Preference Primary and the April Willow LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Springs local elections.

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published without charge. Letters to the editor must be signed and include the town in which the writer lives to ensure the letter’s authenticity. If a name is left off a letter it will not be published. Names will not be withheld from the letters under any circumstances.

We reserve the right to not publish a letter to the editor if anything written is considered libel. Any letter that praises or criticizes any private business in the publishing area will not be printed. We reserve the right to edit letters without changing their meaning.

All letters to the editor will be published as soon as they are submitted as space permits us to do so.

Scouts to meet at Hut, 409 N. Pine Street in Mountain View. Call Joyce Dixon at 417-934-2394.

- Yoga Classes at the MV United Methodist Church.

Call 417-247-7153 for more information.

- Zumba at the Mtn. View Community Center, instructed by Mary Zitter-Newman 6:00 p.m.

LHS JV/Varsity girls basketball game vs. Cabool 7:00 p.m.

Mountain View Al-Anon will meet Mondays at 7 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 205 East 2nd Street in Mtn. View.

Call 417-934-2682.

Tuesday, February 16th 7:00 a.m.

Coffee & Billiards at the Mtn. View Senior Center 8:00 a.m.

- Yoga with Vicki is offered for ladies ages 50 plus. These classes are modified to fit your needs. For details call 417-293-1184. The first class is free.

12:00 p.m.

- Mtn. View Chamber of Commerce weekly meeting at the Mtn. View Community Center. Call 417-934-2794 for more information.

- Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce. Call 417-469-5519. The meeting will be held at OP Hall at the country club.

12:30 p.m.

- Shuffleboard Games at Mtn. View Senior Center - Hand to Foot Card Game at the Mtn. View Senior Center 4:30 p.m.

Tumbling at the Mtn. View Family Youth Center until 7:30 p.m. Call 417-934-5437.

5:30 p.m.

2nd thru 3rd Grade Girl Scouts to meet at Hut, 409 N. Pine Street in Mtn. View.

For more information call Joyce Dixon at 417-934-2394.

6:00 p.m.

LHS JV/Varsity boys basketball game vs. Cabool 6:30 p.m.

Country Dance at the Mtn. View Community Center 8:00 p.m.

Mtn. View A.A. group meets at the Presbyterian Church in the basement.

The church is located at 205 East 2nd Street in Mtn. View

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Swim

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

From Page Two

2:58.15; 200 Yard Breaststroke Relay the team placed 11th with a time of 3:16.87 and in the 100 Yard Medley Relay the team took 10th with a time of 1:54.55.

On December 8, 2015 the girls traveled to Monett. In the 200 Yard Medley Relay the team placed 12th with a time of 2:47.22. In the 50 Yard Freestyle, Kristina Stockton took 24th with a time of 34.72; Ashley Smotherman took 32nd with a time of 39.11 and Kourtney French took 34th with a time of 39.18; in the 100 Yard Freestyle, Ally Smith took 11th with a time of 1:10.92 and Smotherman took 30th with a time of 1:39.29. Swimming in the 200 Yard Freestyle Relay the team placed 12th with a

time of 2:24.02. In the 100 Yard Backstroke, Smith took 6th place with a time of 1:28.03 and French took 15th with a time of 1:55.32.

For the final event, the 100 Yard Breaststroke, Stockton took 11th place with a time of 1:38.46.

The new year began with the Ozarks Invitational on January 9. In the 200 Yard Medley Relay the team placed 13th with a time of 2:38.16 and in the 200 Yard Freestyle Relay the team took 15th with a time of 2:21.35. For individual events in the 200 Yard Freestyle, Stockton took 38th with a time of 3:12.26; 200 Yard Individual Medley, French came in 24th with a time of 3:50.66; 50 Yard Freestyle, Smotherman

took 47th with a time of 39.44; 100 Yard Butterfly, French took 46th place with a time of 1:36.81; 100 Yard Backstroke, Smith took 25th with a time of 1:22.73 and Smotherman took 34 with a time of 1:38.66; 100 Yard Breaststroke, Stockton came in 28th place with a time of 1:35.36.

Traveling to Springfield Central on January 12 the girls improved their 200 Yard Medley Relay placing coming in 7th with a time of 2:43.92 and taking 8th place in the 400 Yard Freestyle Relay with a time of 5:41.88. For individual events, in the 200 Yard Freestyle, Smith came in 11th with a time of 2:39.01 and Smotherman took 14th with a time of 3:33.11; 50

Yard Freestyle, Smith took 10th with a time of 30.65 and French took 25th with a time of 36.51; in the 100 Yard Freestyle, Stockton came in 17th with a time of 1:19.89 and Smotherman came in 24th with a time of 1:32.44; in the 100 Yard Backstroke, Stockton came in 7th with a time of 1:36.23 and French came in 10th with a time of 1:49.99.

On January 22 the team traveled to Glendale. In the 200 Yard Medley Relay the team took 11th with a time of 2:45.37 and in the 200 Yard Freestyle Relay the team came in 13th place with a time of 2:24.00.

For individual events, in the 200 Yard Individual Medley, Smith came in 7th place with a time

of 3:00.07; 50 Yard Freestyle, Smotherman came in 40th with a time of 38.82; 100 Yard Freestyle, French came in 39th with a time of 1:31.53; 100 Yard Backstroke, Smith took 17th with a time of 1:23.30 and Smotherman took 20th with a time of 1:42.00 and in the 100 Yard Breaststroke, French came in 14th with a time of 1:57.00.

Rounding out the month of January the girls competed in the Springfield Invitational on January 30 at Glendale. In the 200 Yard Medley Relay the team took 22nd with a time of 2:43.54 and in the 400 Yard Freestyle Relay the team took 16th with a time of 5:36.42. For individual events, in the 200

Yard Individual Medley, French came in 44th with a time of 3:51.78; 50 Yard Freestyle, Smith took 48th with a time of 29.87 and Stockton took 59th with a time of 32.91; 100 Yard Freestyle, Smotherman came in 65th with a time of 1:31.91; 100 Yard Backstroke, Smith took 30th with a time of 1:20.14, French took 56th with a tie of 1:42.69 and Smotherman took 57th with a time of 1:43.62; 100 Yard Breaststroke, Stockton came in 45th with a time of 1:34.60.

The team has the SWMO Championships on February 11 and February 13 followed by the MSHSAA State Championships on February 19-20.

Howell County Clerk Dennis Von Allmen has announced that filing for the August 2, Primary Election will

open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, State candidates for UnitFebruary 23, 2016 and will ed States Senator, Governor, continue until 5 p.m. on Tues- Lieutenant Governor, Secreday, March 29, 2016. tary of State, State Treasur-

er, Attorney General, Representative in Congress (8th District), State Senator (33rd District), State Representative

(142nd District), State Representative (154th District) will file at the office of the Missouri Secretary of State located in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Local candidates for Assessor, County Commissioner (Northern District), County Commissioner (Southern District), Sheriff, Public Administrator, Coroner and Surveyor will file at the office of the Howell County Clerk located in the Howell County Office Building, West Plains, Missouri.

Candidates filing on the first day (February 23) will be placed on the ballot based upon a random drawing at the time of filing. Candidates filing after the first day will be placed on the ballot in the order in which they have filed.

- Filing fee for persons filing for local office is $50 - Candidates are required to file an original “Candidate Affidavit of Tax payment and Bonding Requirement” (Form 5120) with the Missouri De-

partment of Revenue and provide a copy of the form to the County Clerk at the time of filing.

- Within 14 days after the closing date for filing, candidates are required to file original copies of a “Personal Financial Disclosure” report with the Missouri Ethic Commission and the County Clerk, in addition to complying with the Missouri Campaign Finance Laws as a candidate.

- Persons shall not qualify for elective public office in Missouri who has been found guilty to a felony or misdemeanor under the federal laws of the United States of America or to a felony under the laws of Missouri or any offense committed in another state that would be considered a felony in Missouri.

Candidates for Township Committee and Committeewoman for each political party will also file at the Howell County Clerk’s Office.

It’s time to get out the prairie bonnets and straw hats for our 2nd annual Laura Ingalls Wilder Birthday Party on Saturday, February 13th from 10 a.m.- noon. A special Little House gift will be sent home with each participant.

In addition to party fun, we’ll be making butter again, plus special guests will be here to entertain us with a story time and providing live fiddle music – just like Pa Ingalls! We appreciate Ed and Blanche McKinney making the trip from West Plains as our special guests for this activity.

Everyone who loves the Little House series is invited to come and join us as we celebrate Laura’s 149th birthday!

New materials at Summersville Branch include The Crossing by Michael Connelly; Midnight Runner, CD book by Jack Higgins;and Bull Busters: The All-Stars of Rodeo, on VHS. New DVD’s include Gentle Ben: Season One; Movies 1-5 of Season Two’s When Calls the Heart; Love Happens; The Maze Runner; Call of the Wild; and How the West Was Won: The Complete First Season.

During the winter months, inclement weather can cause the library to be closed. We

ask that our patrons phone the library before risking life or limb when snow or ice is involved.

Summersville Friends of the Library meet at the library on the 2nd Monday of each month at 5 p.m. A special meeting will be held February 29 to finalize the March 5 Dr. Seuss Birthday Party . New members are invited to join this active group in supporting and participating in the continuing growth of the Summersville Branch Library.

Texas County Library now has e-Books and audio books available to download for Texas County Library patrons!

To view the catalog and download, go to our website: texascountylibrary.lib. mo.us, click on “e-books”, or come by the library for assistance. Texas County Library cards are required.

Remember to save your Best Choice brand barcodes for the library and Box Tops For Education for our grade school. Texas County Library receives 3 cents for each Best Choice barcode!

Thanks, West Plains, Birch Tree, and Mountain View friends, for sending yours to us.

Summersville Library is a branch of Texas County Library and located at 480 First Street, on the south side of the square, next door to Open Door in Summersville. Business hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-1 p.m Saturday. Check out our webpage at texascountylibrary.lib.mo.us or contact the library: 417-932-5261 or toll-free 888-609-4491, or e-mail us: svlib@texascountylibrary.lib.mo.us, or fax: 417-932-5262.

Candidate filing for 2016 election will open February 23 Howell Co. voter identification cards in mail The Howell County Clerk’s Office has mailed 2016-2017 voter identification card to the 24,316 active voters within the county. Voters should receive their “red, white and blue” colored card within a few days.

County Clerk Dennis Von Allmen said, “Missouri law requires that a new identification card be sent to each active voter every two years as part of a canvassing process to determine if the voter still resides

Howell Co. absentee ballot, voter registration deadline Absentee ballots for Missouri Presidential Preference Primary Election are now available in the Howell County Clerk’s Office. Absentee ballots are available to persons who expect to be out of town on election day, incapacitated or confined due to illness or disability. To receive an absentee ballot by mail, an application must be received in the County Clerk’s Office no later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9. Persons wishing to vote an absentee ballot by mail are encouraged to submit their application early, in order to have ample time to receive and return their ballot no later than election day. Absentee ballots may be voted in person in the County Clerk’s Office

located on the first floor of the Howell County Office Building in West Plains until 5 p.m. on Monday, March 14.

The voter registration deadline to vote in the election will be at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, February 17.

Applications to register by mail must be post marked no later than February 17. Persons who are registered, but have moved, are encouraged to transfer their registration in order to avoid delays in voting on election day. Persons wishing to register may do so at the County Clerk’s Office located on the first floor of the Howell County Office Building in West Plains, Willow Springs City Hall or Mountain View City Hall.

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor: There is voter fraud!!

There is new activity in our legislature to change our voter ID laws. A large part of that activity is to defraud voters. Republicans are trying to convince voters there is a need to change our voter ID laws, without having evidence there is a need.

(Missouri Voter Protection Coalition testified Monday that there have been no documented cases of such fraud in the state.)Why are they willing to spend so much time and money to correct a problem that doesn’t exist?

Because the “problem” they

are trying to correct is: too many people who are disabled, low-income, elderly, people-of-color, and students vote Democratic and so far voting Democratic is legal. So Republican leaders, with the help of ALEC (see more at alecexposed. org), are taking advantage of the fact these communities will be disproportionately affected by restrictive voter ID laws. Laws which have been found unconstitutional are still being considered.

(Our supreme court ruled in 2006 that requiring a photo ID was “a heavy and substantial burden on Missouri’s free exercise of the right of suffrage.”) So along with the restrictive voter ID laws they will attempt to change our constitution. Stop this fraud by voting against restrictive voter ID laws, but don’t stop there – vote against the fraudsters too.

Jim Vokac Willow Springs

at the address where they are registered.”

“The cards are being sent by non-forwardable mail to the address currently on file.

Voters whose cards are returned as undeliverable by the post office will be placed in an inactive status and will be deleted from the county voter registration files after the

second federal election (November 2018) has passed, if the voter has not updated their registration by then”, Von Allmen said.

Any voter who does not receive a new card in the mail within the next few days should contact the County Clerk’s Office at 417-2562591.

A Nation that Prays As the son of a preacher, faith has always been at the center of my life. This week, along with numerous of my U.S. House & Senate colleagues, I attended the National Prayer Breakfast. A tradition dating back over 60 years, the National Prayer Breakfast serves as an opportunity for elected officials and religious leaders to come together and talk about the role faith, religion, and God has in all of our lives.

Several of the messages this year focused on perseverance, overcoming the difficult obstacles life puts in front of you, and the still obtainable dream which makes America unique – starting from the bottom, working hard, and rising to the top.

U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan focused on the power that prayer can have in all of our lives, whether praying or being prayed for. Specifically speaking about those difficult times, Speaker Ryan noted how powerful prayer can be: “How am I going to get through this? Why is this happening to me? God, why have you forsaken me?...there is nothing more comforting or more humbling, really, than to hear someone say, ‘I’m praying for you.’ Because when you hear that, you realize you’re not alone. God is there and hundreds, if not thousands, if not millions, of people are all speaking to him on your behalf…they’re praying for you, the person”.

I think about my life, the challenges my parents faced raising a family when resources were scarce, and the nights they and I spent in prayer. I think about the thousands of families just like that in south central and southeast Missouri, and I pray for them. I think about the millions of Christians facing religious persecution around the world for simply practicing their faith, those facing exile, torture or worse for worshiping the same God as many of us - I pray for them.

Two of the guest speakers, Roma Downey and Mark Burnett, producers of the miniseries “The Bible”, focused on how their faith, their prayer helped them overcome a difficult start to their lives in America. From serving as a nanny for $125 a week to checking coats at a restaurant to make ends meet, both talked about how God guided them to not focus on the negativity in their life, but on their ultimate goal of producing entertainment that brings families together. When we think about all the struggles in our lives that at times can consume us, Downey commented, “…it is far more effective to light a candle than to curse the darkness”. That remark can remind us all of the powerful tools of prayer, faith and love in a world that can at times seem dark.

Burnett, now the president of MGM Television talked about how his top floor office in Beverly Hills now overlooks the very same house, where as a 20 year old, ex-military solider, he served as that nanny making $125 a week.

For Burnett, without prayer, faith, and the presence of God, the journey would have never been possible.

Between the farm, work, school, family, friends and bills, there is more than enough to fill a full day. However, without the focus of faith the days we spend focusing on our own needs turn into weeks, the weeks into months, and months into years. Faith is what allows us to stop the cycle of selfishness and put God and others at the center. Pray for your family and friends, pray for your neighbors, pray for our country, and pray for those facing challenges in their lives all over the world. I will continue to pray for you.

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Wednesday, February 10, 2016

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Death Notices Joseph Eric Turner, Sr. Joseph Eric Turner, Sr. in Mountain View, MO. was born December 4, 1955 Joe was preceded in death at Mountain View, MO the by his father Jimmy Turnson of Jimmy Eugene Turn- er; and two brothers Jimmy Turner, Jr. and Thomas Turner.

He is survived by his wife Connie Turner of Mountain View, MO; mother Rosie Hughes of Mountain View, MO; five sons Joe Turner, Jr. of Licking, MO, Devon Roy of Midwest City, OK, Robert Martin and wife Michelle of Poplar Bluff, MO, David Martin and wife Brianna of Mountain View, MO, and Josh Gann of Winona, MO; four daughters Giselle Kim er and Rosie Arvilla (Mc- of Colorado, Courtney MarBride) Hughes. He passed tin of Thayer, MO, Liz Gann away December 16, 2015 in of Mountain View, MO, Mountain View, MO at the Ashley Gann of Winona, MO, and Tina York and husage of 60 years.

He was united in marriage band David of Kansas City, to Connie (Huffmaster) Jen- MO; one sister Rena Grasse newein on August 20, 2010 of Texas; several grandchil-

Kathleen Fry dren; and a host of family and friends.

Joe served in the Navy during Vietnam from 1973 – 1975. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and swimming at the river off NN Highway, which was his favorite place in the world. Joe was a wonderful man who was loved by all who knew him.

He was known as “Papa Joe” to everyone who knew him.

Joe will be greatly missed.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations can be made to Duncan Funeral Home to help with the funeral expenses.

The family will hold a memorial service at a later date.

Arrangements were under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home in Mountain View, MO. Online condolences can be sent to www. duncanfuneralhomes.com

Kathleen Fry, age 62 years, was born August 30, 1953 in Chicago, Illinois to Neal David Hardy and Suzane Stigler. Kathleen passed away at the Ozark Medical Center in West Plains, Missouri Saturday evening, January 30, 2016 due to complication from diabetes.

July 1977, Kathleen mar-

teen great-grandchildren.

Stanley proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for twenty years, where he was a flight engineer and aircraft mechanic.

After retiring from the service, he continued his passion for flying and owned his own plane. He also enjoyed water skiing, and doing yardwork.

A memorial service was held on Monday, February 8, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at Yarber Chapel, Mountain View, Missouri, with Rev. Paul Ordway officiating. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Mountain View, Missouri.

Everett Lewis 'Junior' Thomas, Jr. Funeral services for Ever- Thomas, Jr. was born April ett Lewis “Junior” Thomas, 15, 1941 at Pleasant Site in Jr. were held Sunday, Febru- rural Carter County, MO the son of Everett Lewis Thomas, Sr. and Alice Dortha (Dailey) Thomas. He passed away February 4, 2016 at West Plains, MO at the age of 74 years.

He married Nina Hensley on May 30, 1959 at Eminence, MO and to this union three daughters were born.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his three daughters Shelia Worrell and husband Dean of Lincoln, ary 7, 2016 at the Assembly NE, Tammy Hickman of Wiof God Church in Winona, nona, MO and Regina (Gina) MO with Rev. Greg Rich- Voyles and husband Kevin ardson officiating. Pallbear- of Winona, MO; two sisters ers were Justin Thomas, Ca- Ona Fern “Tooter” Warren sey Voyles, Derek Thomas, and husband Bill of SpringCody Voyles, Jared Brind- field, MO, JoAnn Denning ley, and Jesse Dean Worrell. and husband Leroy of WiHonorary Pallbearers were nona, MO; eight grandchilMichael Denning, Leroy dren Derek Thomas, Jesse Denning, Bryon Dailey, and Worrell, Taralynn Worrell of Bill Warren. Interment was Lincoln, NE, Justin Thomas, in Pleasant Site Cemetery Jami Thomas, Jared Brindin Fremont, MO under the ley, Casey Voyles and Cody direction Duncan Funeral Voyles of Winona, MO; Home of Winona, MO. seven great grand children; Everett Lewis “Junior” nieces and nephews Michael Matthew Jameson Tice, 25, of Mountain View, Missouri, departed this life on February 2, 2016 at 5:41 p.m.. He was born Febru-

ary 12, 1990,at 3:54 a.m. in El Dorado, Kansas, the son of James G. and Sherry Ann (Venn) Tice.

Matthew was united in marriage to Katy Paige Tice on May 1, 2010, in Willow Springs, Missouri. To this union was born three chilFuneral Services for Mrs. Alta Schweighauser will be Friday, February 12, at 10 a.m. at Bradford Funeral Home.

Denning, Lisa Marchbank, Terry Warren, Gary Warren, Angie Piercy and many other nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.

“The Biggest Little Man in Missouri” as Junior always called himself worked in the timber woods in the Winona area before moving with his family to Lincoln, NE. He managed a filling station there for more than 10 years until returning to the area.

Junior loved to drive his old spray painted pickup truck on gravel roads and log roads while listening to music with his Jack Russell Terrier, Little Bit. When something tickled him, Junior would get a twinkle in his eye. He always told people they need to drive a Ford. Junior loved music, especially the music of Johnny Cash, and he loved the holidays and looked forward to spending time with family. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Online condolences can be sent to www.duncanfuneralhomes.com

Matthew Jameson Tice dren, Faith, Grace and Hope Tice.

He was preceded in death by his Aunt Judy (Juma) Blaylock, Uncle Laurence (Larry) Tice, grandparents Laurence and Betty Tice, great-grandparents Harvey and Zella Venn and Elmer and Pauline Allison, second-cousin Dakota Venn, and Great-Uncle Dee Latham.

Survivors include his wife, Katy; his three children, Faith, Grace and Hope, his parents, James and Sherry; his sister, Sarrah Dianne Tice; and his brother Sammuel Laurence-Charles Tice, all of Mountain View, Missouri. He is further survived by his grandparents Charles and Marcia Venn, of Licking, Missouri, mother-inlaw Kim Wallace, Grandma Billie Wallace, and a host of other family and friends.

Matthew was employed

by Judd’s Enterprises, and was a member of Westside Family Life Center in Willow Springs, Missouri. He attended El Dorado Elementary School through third grade, Mountain View Elementary through sixth grade, and completed his education at SaMaSa Academy home school, graduating in 2009.

Matthew enjoyed spending time with all of his family, especially his wife and daughters. He was very social and made friends easily. He took pride in his accomplishments. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed camping. He also loved all sports, participating in basketball, soccer, football, baseball, and swimming. He was proud of his siblings’ accomplishments and enjoyed seeing them make their dreams come true. Most importantly, he knew the voice of truth.

Alta Schweighauser Visitation will be Thursday, February 11 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with burial in

Antioch Cemetery near Hartshorn. Arrangement are under the care of Bradford Funeral Home

son Tom Bickaukas and wife Karri of Arizona and three grandchildren also of Arizona.

Cremation services were under the direction of Bradford Funeral Home No formal services are planned at this time. Online condolences made be left at bradfordfuneralhome.net

Don & Louise Chamernic A memorial service for Don and Louise Chamernic will be held on Saturday, February 13 at Carters Funeral Home Por-

ter Wagoner Blvd.Riders of MO 98 will be doing a procession to Funeral Home and doing a rolling thunder in mem-

ory and respect for our fallen Brother and Sister.We will be meeting at POST 98 at 1 p.m. kick stands up at 1:10 p.m.

Audrey Christine Altermatt Audrey Christine Altermatt, 93, of Mountain View, Missouri, departed this life on February 2, 2016, at Mountain View

Stanley Eugene Burton Stanley Eugene Burton, Burton and Eula M. (Davis) 82, of Mountain View, Mis- Burton. souri, departed this life on He was united in marriage to Jo Carolyn (Deaton) Burton on August 4, 1954, and they were happily married for 61 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Nat, and two brothers, Don Burton and Bobby Burton.

He is survived by his wife; one son, Michael Burton and wife Sylvia of Maypearl, Texas; one daughter, Jeanna Blankenship and husband Craig of Alton, Missouri; one sister, Jackie Allen, of February 2, 2016 in Alton, Texas; eight grandchildren, Missouri. He was born Feb- Michael, Amanda, Mason, ruary 18, 1933, in Scurry, Daniel, Jessica, Heather, Texas, the son of Stanley N. Sandy and Dustin; and fif-

ried Francis Lenoard (Frank) Fry. Kathleen brought to their marriage one son Tom. Kathleen and Frank moved to the Summersville/Arroll area where they they made their home and made many friends.

Kathleen is survived by her beloved husband Frank of Summersville, Missouri;

Healthcare. She was born September 28, 1922, in Roosevelt, Missouri, the daughter of John Thomas and Ada Francis (Pitman) Thornton.

Audrey was united in marriage to William Wallace Altermatt on September 30, 1938, in Pomona, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her husband, one grandson, her parents, her

grandparents, nine brothers and sisters, several nieces and nephews, and many brother and sister-in-laws.

Survivors include three sons, Doyle Altermatt and wife Sheryl of Mountain View, Missouri, Roy Altermatt and wife Wanda of West Plains, Missouri, and Dallas Altermatt and wife Norma of Mountain View, Missouri; one sister, Lawanda Towell and husband Harry of Manes, Missouri; six grandchildren; two step-grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, five step-great-grandchildren, and one step-great-greatgranddaughter.

Audrey worked at Conway Winters in Willow Springs for many years, and also worked with her husband, Wallace, on their dairy farm. She resided at Mountain View Healthcare for the last ten years and ten months of her life, where she enjoyed attending church services. She

won many contests at the nursing home pitching horseshoes, playing Bingo, and bowling on the WII, as well as winning many medals and awards at various Golden Age events.

She was a great seamstress and quilt maker, and was a wonderful cook. She was extremely proud of all of her family, and enjoyed time with family and friends, reminiscing and sharing precious memories.

Visitation was held from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 6, 2016, at Yarber Mortuary Chapel, Willow Springs, followed by a graveside service and interment at Little Zion Cemetery, near Twin Bridges, with Pastor Stasey Sheppard presiding. Services were under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Willow Springs, and condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com

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Howell County Sheriff’s reports are printed directly off reports provided by the Howell County Sheriff’s Office and are public record. Persons arrested for criminal offenses, or charges set forth in an indictment, are merely accusations and they are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

INCIDENTS Wednesday, January 27, 2016 Deputy Buddy Thompson was dispatched to Private Road 6640 in West Plains for a report of domestic assault. Upon arrival it was determined that none of the involved parties wished to pursue criminal charges. They were advised of Missouri’s 12-hour rule for domestic violence and informed of how to obtain an ex-parte order of protection.

Sunday, January 31, 2016 Deputy Ryan Boyle was dispatched to CR 2710 in Mtn. View in reference to a stolen ATV. Other various items were also reported stolen from the property. The case remains open pending further investigation.

Monday, February 1, 2016 Deputy Chad Johnson met with a female subject at the Howell County Sheriff’s Department who resides within Howell County. She stated that this morning when she went outside to go to town she noticed her license plate was missing.

Tuesday, February 2, 2016 Deputy Chad Johnson was dispatched to State Route 17 in West Plains in reference to a past burglary. Upon arrival he met with the victim.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016 Deputy Ryan Boyle was dispatched to the Little Zion Church located at State Route V in Mtn. View in reference to a burglary. Two items were reported missing and the case remains open pending further investigation.

Thursday, February 4, 2016 Deputy Rodney Harper responded to CR 1940 in West Plains for a death investigation. It was determined by Howell County Coroner that Homer W. Cluck, 76 of West Plains had passed away from natural causes. A full report has been done and forwarded to the Howell County Coroner.

Deputy Matthew Kassing was advised to respond to CR 4910 in Pomona for a report of a stolen vehicle. Upon speaking further with the reporting party, the vehicle was returned home without incident. The reporting party wished to not pursue charges.

Saturday, February 6, 2016 Deputy Bruce Sortman was dispatched to State Route CC in West Plains referencing a stolen window air conditioner.

Upon his arrival he met with a male subject who stated a window air conditioner had been removed from a rent house.

An investigation has been started.

Sunday, February 7, 2016 A female subject came into the Howell County Sheriff’s Office and reported her Dodge truck had been stolen by a person she knows. An investigation is underway.

Douglas County Sheriff's Department Report During the week of January 26 through February 2, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department answered 99 Calls for Service and arrested 16 subjects. There are currently 14 subjects incarcerated in the Douglas County Jail and one being held out of county.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Department made 2 arrests stemming from a burglary case in the Gentryville area that was investigated by Sheriff Degase. Some of the items taken from the residence were multiple deer stands, a propane grill, heated cushions, a utility heater, and a flat screen TV. On Wednesday, January 20, Christopher Engelhardt, 33, was arrested on a warrant for burglary-2nd degree and theft/stealing. He posted a $20,000, 10% cash or surety bond with a bondsman the same evening. On Friday, January 22, Tiffany Engelhardt, 25, was arrested on a warrant for burglary-2nd degree and theft/stealing with a $15,000, 10% cash or surety bond which was posted through a bondsman that evening.

On Wednesday, January 27, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department received information on the whereabouts of Tommy Cooper, 33, of Ava. Cooper was arrested on an outstanding warrant for fraud that was issued as a result of Deputy Stroud’s investigation of a stolen drill and checks in August 2015. Bond on this warrant is $15,000, 10% cash or surety bond. Cooper also has 2 outstanding warrants from Howell County for 1st degree burglary and theft/stealing with no bonds on either.

On Tuesday, February 2 the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department made an arrest as a result of a joint investigation of several burglaries, including the burglary of Hometown Automotive and Titan Propane in November 2015. Kyle Riggs, 32, of Baxter County, Arkansas was arrested on a Douglas County warrant for 2 counts of burglary-2nd degree, 2 counts of theft/stealing, and 1 count of property damage, and held on $15,000 cash only bond. Riggs also has similar charges resulting in warrants in Ozark County and Baxter County. Riggs appeared in court on Tuesday, January 2, on the charges listed above and was sentenced to 5 years in the Department of Corrections.

On Tuesday, January 23 the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department responded to a call that was forwarded from Texas County 911 regarding a domestic in the Vanzant area. Deputies, along with Cox Ambulance, responded to the area of County Road 251 just west of the East 76/Hwy. 95 Junction. Upon arrival a male subject identified as Walter Jerome Massey, 51, was unconscious on the ground with an apparent head wound. Cox Ambulance arrived as the scene was secured. At that time it was determined that Massey was in fact deceased. Upon further investigation it was discovered that as a result of the domestic Massey did receive a wound to the head. An autopsy was performed and it was determined that Massey did in fact suffer a head wound; however, that wound was not the cause of his death. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Department is currently awaiting the results of blood work and toxicology reports to determine the cause of death.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact the office at 417-683-1020.

The Standard News COMMITMENTS Monday, January 25, 2016 Dakota Layne Caughron, 20 of Koshkonong was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 1-31-16 for time served.

Friday, January 29, 2016 Denise Rene Stuart, 48 of Springfield was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 2-1-16 for time served.

Junior Lee Peterson, 33 of Alton was booked for a court ordered commitment. He was released on 1-31-16 for time served.

Joyce Marie Thomas, 39 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment. She was released on 1-31-16 for time served.

Nathaniel Clark Wester, 35 of Birch Tree was booked for

Missouri State Highway Patrol reports are printed directly off reports provided by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and are public record. Persons arrested for criminal offenses, or charges set forth in an indictment, are merely accusations and they are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

ARRESTS Raymond L. Smith, 56 of Birch Tree was arrested on Tuesday, February 2 at 12:14 p.m. in Shannon County for felony probation parole warrant. He was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held without bond.

Samuel E. Smith, 33 of Birch Tree was arrested on Wednesday, February 3 at 11 a.m. in Shanon County for 2 Shannon County warrants for failure to appear; 2 Mtn. View warrants for failure to appear and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was taken to the Shannon County Jail where he is being held on bond.

Johnson C. Burks, 27 of Mtn. View was arrested on Wednesday, February 3 at 5:27 p.m. in Howell County for felony theft of motor vehicle; receiving stolen property; speeding; no seat belt; no insurance; failure to register motor vehicle; misdemeanor unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

He was released to Willow Springs Ambulance Service due to seizures.

Thelmer R. Davis, 27 of Willow Springs was arrested on Wednesday, February 3 at 9:15 p.m. in Howell County for Texas County warrants for felony assault (3 counts); misdemeanor driving under the influence; careless and imprudent driving and no seat belt. He was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held on bond.

Theodore E. Ledbetter, 31 of Birch Tree was arrested on Friday, February 5 at 9 p.m. in Shannon County for Mtn. View PD warrant for driving while suspended; driving while revoked. He was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held on bond.

Jamie L. Croney, 38 of Willow Springs was arrested on Sunday, February 7 at 10:27 p.m. in Howell County for Howell County warrant-probation violation. He was taken to the Howell County Jail where he is being held without bond.

Sonya L. Metheny, 37 of Willow Springs was arrested on Sunday, February 7 at 11 p.m. in Howell County for misdemeanor Mtn. Grove PD warrant-stolen property. He was taken to the Mtn. Grove Police Department where he is being held on bond.

ACCIDENTS A one-vehicle accident occurred on Tuesday, February 2 at 9:45 a.m. in Howell County on U.S. Hwy. 63, 4 and 1/2 miles South of Willow Springs. According to reports a 2006 Dodge Ram operated by Mindy S. Griffith, 30 of Winona was traveling Southbound when the vehicle hydroplaned, traveled off the left side of the roadway and overturned.

Griffith and a passenger in the vehicle, Steven C. Hart, 32 of West Plains were both transported by ambulance to Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains with minor injuries. The vehicle, which was towed from the scene by Foster’s Towing, sustained extensive damage. The accident was investigated

by Trooper C.L. Davis and assisted by Sgt. J.A. Cravens.

A one-vehicle accident occurred on Tuesday, February 2 at 4:40 p.m. in Howell County on Hwy. W, 5 miles North of Peace Valley. According to reports a 1997 Ford F-150 operated by Matthew J. Tice, 25 of Mtn. View was traveling Northbound when the vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway, down an embankment and struck a tree. Tice was pronounced deceased by Howell County Coroner Tim Cherry. The vehicle, which was towed by Gentlemen Jim’s, sustained total damage. The accident was investigated by Sgt. J.D. Wheeler. This was Troop G’s 4th fatality for 2016 compared to 0 for this time in 2015.

A one-vehicle accident occurred on Tuesday, February 2 at 4:45 p.m. in Howell County on Hwy. AM, 8 miles West of Willow Springs. According to reports a 2007 Dodge Caravan operated by Mary L. Smith, 72 of Cabool was traveling Westbound when the vehicle ran off the right side of the road and struck a culvert. Smith was taken by private vehicle to Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains with moderate injuries. The vehicle, which was towed by Adams Towing, sustained moderate damage. The accident was investigated

by Trooper J.D. Watson.

A two-vehicle accident occurred on Thursday, February 4 at 5:33 p.m. in Howell County on Hwy. 160, 2 miles East of West Plains. According to reports a 1998 Mercury Mystique operated by Lacie D. Donahue, 17 of West Plains crossed the center of the roadway and struck a 2008 Toyota Tacoma operated by Edward A. Moncrief, 51 of West Plains headon. Donahue was taken by ambulance to Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains with minor injuries. A passenger in her vehicle, Nicholas C. Spetz, 24 of West Plains, sought his own medical treatment of his minor injuries. Both vehicles, which sustained total damage, were towed by Midway Towing and J&J Recovery respectively. The accident was investigated by Trooper C.A. Kimes and assisted by Trooper T.D. Pond.

A one-vehicle accident occurred on Saturday, February 6 at 9:35 a.m. in Oregon County on U.S. Hwy. 160, 7 miles West of Alton. According to reports a 2004 Chevrolet Impala operated by Roy E. Roberts, 72 of Birch Tree was traveling Eastbound when the vehicle ran off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree. Roberts was flown by air ambulance to Cox South in Springfield with serious injuries. The vehicle, which sustained total damage, was towed from the scene by Foulks Towing of Alton. The accident was investigated by Trooper D.A. Huffman.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

a court ordered commitment. He was released on 1-31-16 for time served.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016 Denise Rene Stuart, 48 of Springfield was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Thursday, February 4, 2016 Robert Todd Imondi, 33 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Friday, February 5, 2016 James Edward Fyffe, 46 of Birch Tree was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Chad Evert Borgman, 37 of Mtn. View was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Kevin Glenn Conyers, 33 of Pomona was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Nathaniel Clark Wester, 35 of Birch Tree was booked for a court ordered commitment.

Dustin Allen Bennett, 27 of West Plains was booked for a court ordered commitment.

ARRESTS Monday, December 28, 2015 Christopher Glen Waldorf, 29 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for 2 counts of burglary-2nd degree and felony stealing. He bonded out on 2-1-16 and is to appear in court on 2-5-16.

Thursday, January 21, 2016 Terry Lee Willard, 58 of Springfield was arrested for probation violation. He bonded out on 2-2-16 and is to appear in court on 5-3-16.

Wednesday, January 27, 2016 Adam Leslie Bennington, 30 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for distrib/del/manuf/prod/attempt a controlled substance and probation violation. He is currently being held without bond.

Thursday, January 28, 2016 Danny Ray Wilcox, 26 of Alton was arrested for fail to register as a sex offender. He is currently being held on a $4,500 bond.

James Matthew Lovan, 31 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for domestic assault-2nd degree.

He is currently being held on a $4,500 bond.

Saturday, January 30, 2016 Adam Freeman Alsup, 28 of Pomona was arrested on a Willow Springs warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear.

He bonded out on 2-2-16 and is to appear in court on 2-2416.

Gary L. Simmons, 29 of Alton was arrested on an Oregon County warrant for misdemeanor stealing. He bonded out and is to appear in court on 2-24-16.

Sunday, January 31, 2016 Brian Evan Langston, 43 of Mtn. View was arrested for operating motor vehicle without new driver’s license; failure See Reports on Page 7

Mountain View Police Department reports are printed directly off reports provided by the Mountain View Police Department and are public record. Persons arrested for criminal offenses, or charges set forth in an indictment, are merely accusations and they are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

CITATIONS Monday, February 1, 2016 Jessica Henry, 28 of Winona was issued a citation for speeding.

Brook E. Conway, 17 of MTn. View was issued a citation for fail to show proof of insurance.

Tuesday, February 2, 2016 Collin Gage Alford, 20 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for fail to show proof of insurance.

Bartolo Pantoja, 40 of Simpsonville, SC was issued a citation for speeding.

David L. Allen, 31 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for speeding.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016 Aaron M. Templemere, 19 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for fail to wear seatbelt.

Thursday, February 4, 2016 Zachary Tyler Williams, 16 of Mtn. View was issued citations for speeding and fail to show proof of insurance.

Saturday, February 6, 2016 Colt Norris, 26 of Winona was issued citations for speeding, fail to display license plates, fail to show proof of insurance and knowingly driving while license is suspended/ revoked.

Jessie Jo Henry, 27 of Mtn. View was issued a citation for fail to display license plates.

INCIDENTS Monday, February 1, 2016 thru February 8 Officers were dispatched to Town & Country parking lot for a report of a stolen vehicle. A report was taken and the case is under investigation.

Officers were dispatched to Honeysuckle Inn for a report of a man who felt unsafe. The man transported via EMS for anxiety.

Reporting party called in and reported an unknown caller was placing large orders at McDonald’s and leaving his name and number. The reporting party stated it was not him doing this and wanted to report the fraud.

Officers responded to a report of an unresponsive male in a vehicle at Godfather’s Pizza. The man was asleep upon arrival. Officers evaluated his condition and found that he did not need EMS. Officers were dispatched to Stub Street for a verbal domestic in progress. Upon arrival officers made contact with the 911 caller. The female stated that her husband and she were arguing. Officers spoke with the male subject and he agreed to stay with a friend for the night.

MVPD was dispatched to Timbercreek Cinema for a report of a fire alarm. Upon arrival officers were advised that the alarm was set off accidentally and would be reset. Officers cleared and went back into service.

MVPD was dispatched to Hwy. 60 for a report of a subject being followed by another vehicle. Upon arrival MVPD made contact with both vehicles. It was determined that both parties involved were juveniles and no crime was committed. All parties were warned and released.

Officers were contacted at MVPD via phone about a female subject being harassed via cell phone. Officers advised the caller to black any unwanted numbers.

Officers were dispatched to Crosscut Liquor for a burglar alarm going off. When officers arrived at the store, doors and windows appeared to be secure. The key holder arrived and reset the alarm.

Officers were dispatched to West James Street for a complaint of a vehicle driving up and down the street. After searching the area of the vehicle officers were unable to locate it.

Officers were dispatched to a residence on W Hwy. 60.

The residence was in the county and officers advised dispatch that the residence was out of city limits and that the Howell County Sheriff’s Office needed to be contacted.

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37th Judicial Circuit Court Proceedings

Howell, Shannon, Carter, Oregon County Filings - February 1 thru February 8 Information in this section relates to filings made in the 37th Judicial Circuit Court, which presides over Howell, Shannon, Carter and Oregon Counties. Unless cases have officially been disposed, filings against any person or persons do not in any way imply guilt or liability. These filings are a part of public record provided as a public service to communities in the district.

HOWELL COUNTY Dist/Del/Manf/Produce Or Attempt To Or Possess With Intent To Dist/ Del/Manf/Produce A Controlled Substance (Felony): Sarah B. Toten of West Plains; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Samahir Y. Lumby of West Plains; Dustin R. Mulkey of Pomona; Dana M. Geer of West Plains; Shannon Sams of West Plains; DWI-Alcohol-Persistent Offender (Felony): Kevin J. Rishton of West Plains; Passing Bad Check-$500 Or More-No Account/Insufficient Funds (Felony): Samahir Y. Lumby of West Plains; Assault-1st Degree-Serious Physical Injury (Felony): Michael Gunter of Dora; Felecia A. Malawey of Winona; Armed Criminal Action (Felony): Michael Gunter of Dora; Unlawful Use Of Weapon-Shoot At/From Motor Vehicle, At Person, Motor Vehicle, Building (Felony): Michael Gunter of Dora; Knowingly Burning Or Exploding (Felony): John B. Piraino of West Plains; Endangering The Wel-

fare Of A Child Creating Substantial Risk-1st Degree-1st Offense-No Sexual Conduct (Felony): Nikolas J. Johnson of Pomona; Property Damage-1st Degree (Felony): Ryan D. Pettitt of Willow Springs; Burglary-2nd Degree (Felony): Bryan F. Burns of Rolla; Spencer A. Langston of West Plains; Theft/Stealing-Value Of Property Or Services Is $500 Or More But Less Than $25,000 (Felony): Spencer A. Langston of West Plains; Domestic Assault-3rd Degree-1st/2nd Offense (Misdemeanor): Patricia Lynn Ebarb of West Plains: Ronald L. Bochmann of West Plains; Crystal D. Collins of West Plains; Driving While Revoked/ Suspended-2nd Or Subsequent Offense (Misdemeanor): Vincent M. Smith of Willow Springs; Kevin J. Rishton of West Plains; Operate Motor Vehicle Owned By Another Knowing Owner Of Vehicle Has Not Maintained Financial Responsibility (Misdemeanor): Vincent M. Smith of Willow Springs; Failure To Register Motor Vehicle (Misdemeanor): Vincent M. Smith of Willow Springs; Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt (Infraction): Vincent M. Smith of Willow Springs; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH (Misdemeanor): Kevin J. Rishton of West Plains; Dissolution With Children: William Todd Mc-

Howell County 911 Call Summary for January 2016

Howell County 911 dispatchers answered a total of 2,089 calls during the month of January 2016. Of those calls, 1,768 contacts were made to emergency service agencies. Following is a breakdown of contacts made by category: LAW ENFORCEMENT

793 Howell County Sheriff 139 Missouri Highway Patrol 103 West Plains Police 190 Mountain View Police

184 Willow Springs Police 177 MEDICAL 534 South Howell Co. Ambulance 377 Mountain View Ambulance 60 Willow Springs Ambulance 73 Poison Control 0 Air Evac 10 St. Johns 0 Cox Air 0 OMC ER 14 FIRE, RESCUE & FIRST RESPONDERS 354 Bakersfield 9 Brandsville 16 Caulfield 13 Eleven Point 16 Howell Rural 72 Lanton 23 Moody 18 Mountain View 58 Peace Valley-White Church 10 Pomona 20 Pottersville 16 Pumpkin Center 8 Rover 5 West Plains 50 Willow Springs Fire 19 Cabool 1 OTHER MISCELLANEOUS CONTACTS 87 Of the calls received, 1,096 (52%) were from cell phones, 3 to the Red Cross, 1 to State Fire Marshall and 14 to Howell-Oregon.

Bride of Mtn. View vs. Janine McBride of Mtn. View; Christopher C. Dobbs of West Plains vs. Amanda K. Dobbs of Miami, OK; Catherine Lynn Hayes of Willow Springs vs. Dale Laverne Hayes of Willow Springs; Dissolution Without Children: Leann Smith of Norwood vs. Robert A. Smith of Houston; Leroy Curtright, Jr. of Caulfield vs. Jennifer Curtright of Caulfield; Suit On Account: LVNV Funding LLC of San Diego, CA vs. Jerry G. Collins of West Plains.

SHANNON COUNTY Non-Support-Total Arrears In Excess Of 12 Monthly Payments Due Under Order Of Support

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is registration information for each event: - Ava: 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Feb. 18, Super 8 Motel Conference Room, 1711 S. Jefferson St. To register, contact MDC Private Land Conser-

Arrest

(Felony): Darryl F. Harris of Eminence; Non-Support (Misdemeanor): Beau P. McFall of Eminence.

CARTER COUNTY Fail To Register As A Sex Offender (Felony): Randy A. Weems of Van Buren; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Shea D. Mattingly of Sikeston; Robert Wayne Yates of Ellsinore; Assault-L/E, C/O, E/P, Highway Worker, Utility Worker Or P&P-Purps/ Rckls Plc Person In Apprehension Of Immediate Serious Physical-2nd Degree (Felony): Carrie Gizelbach of Milwaukee, WI;

Non-Support (Misdemeanor): Michael S. Hoerner of Van Buren; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 6-10 MPH (Misdemeanor): Lacy J. Russell of Van Buren; Dylan Gunner Williams of Van Buren; Kyle James Scranton of Springfield; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 11-15 MPH (Misdemeanor): Kem Anthony Friga of Pomona; Taylor Michelle Fann of Ellsinore; Eddie L. Jones, Jr. of Jacksonville, NC; Exceeded Posted Speed Limit By 20-25 MPH (Misdemeanor): Eric Thomas Sims of Clarksville, TN. OREGON COUNTY Dist/Del/Manf/Produce

From Page One vationist Christin Byrd at 417-683-4816, ext. 111 or Christin.Byrd@mdc.mo.gov - Doniphan: 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Feb. 25; U.S. Forest Service Eleven Point Ranger District Office, # 4

Confederate Ridge Road, Doniphan, 63935. To register, contact MDC Private Land Conservationist Devin Wood at 573-9967116, ext. 3 or Devin.

Wood@mdc.mo.gov

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Board

the board will hear from the 4th grade on their art projects the board will hear a technology assessment proposal.

Other items on the agenda include: payment to in-

Reports

to register motor vehicle/trailer annually; failure to maintain financial responsibility and unlawful use of paraphernalia. He was issued a roadside citation and released on 1-31-16. He is to appear in court on 3-7-16.

Erik Joseph Widlund, 35 of West Plains was arrested for DWI and fail to register commercial passenger carrying vehicle. He was issued a citation roadside and released on 1-3116. He is to appear in court on 3-7-16.

Monday, February 1, 2016 Kevin James Ruth, 27 of Alton was arrested on an Oregon County warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He bonded out on 2-1-16 and is to appear in court on 2-24-16.

Billy Joe McKinney, 42 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for burglary-1st degree and 2 counts of felony failure to appear. He is currently being held on a $20,000 bond.

Dustin Ray Mulkey, 23 of Pomona was arrested on a Douglas County warrant for felony failure

For more information on using prescribed fire – and other similar workshops being offered by MDC – visit http://mdc.mo.gov/ your-property/fire/prescribed-fire.

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degree; 3 counts of theft/stealing bond has been set at $350,000. tor vehicle an burglary-2nd deof a firearm; unlawful possession Lenny J. Hebert, Jr. is being gree. His bond has been set at of a firearm and tampering with charged with 3 counts of theft/ $350,000. a motor vehicle-1st degree. His stealing; tampering with a moThe charges set forth in an in-

hands concealed from the officers’ view. A less-lethal bean bag round was fired at the suspect. The suspect was initially stunned by the round, but then turned toward the officers with a hand gun and fired at the officers. Officers from the

Or Attempt To Or Possess With Intent To Dist/ Del/Manf/Produce A Controlled Substance (Felony): Richard A. Williams of Thayer; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana (Felony): Richard A. Williams of Thayer; Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor): Richard A. Williams of Thayer; Dissolution With Children: John Michael Luster of Thayer vs. Rachel E. Luster of Thayer; Dissolution Without Children: Tracy Allen Stewart of Thayer vs. Roberta Lee Stewart of Thayer.

dictment are merely accusations, and each defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

From Page One Missouri State Highway Patrol and a Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy returned fire, striking the suspect.

The suspect, Jeremy J. Sinclair, 42, of Tina, Missouri, was pronounced dead at the scene by the Jackson County Medical Examiner.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control, along with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the shooting.

Agencies involved with this incident include the Missouri State Highway

Patrol, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office, Kansas City [MO] Police Department, Ray County Sheriff’s Office, Independence Police Department, and Sugar Creek Police Department.

From Page One dividuals related to board members; monthly financial report; proposed 2016-2017 school calendar; summer school 2016; April board meeting date; school audi-

tor approval; MSBA full maintenance agreement; special education policies and procedures manual; school resource officer contract agreement and food service

contract renewal.

Before going into closed session the board will hear reports from special education, English Language Learners (ELL) and a homeless report.

From Page Seven to appear and a Howell County warrant for possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. He is currently being held on a $7,500 bond.

Dakota Michael Chesworth, 19 of Mtn. View was arrested on a Douglas County warrant for probation violation. He was transferred to Douglas County on 2-3-16.

Tuesday, February 2, 2016 Jennifer Elaine Shriver, 40 of Pomona was arrested for 2 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. She bonded out on 2-516 and is to appear in court on 2-10-16.

Raymond Leon Smith, 56 of Birch Tree was arrested for probation/parole violation. He is currently being held without bond.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016 Rose Mary Gann, 51 of Winona was arrested on a Mtn. View PD warrant for 2 counts of misdemeanor failure to appear. She is currently being held on a $210 bond.

Thelmer Ray Davis, 27 of Willow Springs was arrested for felony failure to appear. He was transferred to another facility on 2-4-16.

Emmitt Eugene Farrel, 47 of Caulfield was arrested on a Howell County warrant for felony stealing. He bonded out on

2-3-16 and is to appear in court on 2-16-16.

Joseph Michael McDonald, 28 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County warrant for probation violation. He is currently being held without bond.

Thursday, February 4, 2016 Daniel Lee Johnson, 29 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for DWI. He is currently being held on a $10,000 bond.

Josey Marie Nazarian, 28 of Mtn. View was arrested on a Howell County warrant for felony failure to appear. She is currently being held without bond.

Friday, February 5, 2016 Austin Dakota Adams, 20 of Koshkonong was arrested on a Howell County warrant for probation violation. He is currently being held without bond.

Cassie Marie Rose Bullock, 24 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for endangering welfare of a child-1st degree.

She is currently being held on a $4,500 bond.

Tyler Christopher Hoyt, 25 of West Plains was arrested for unlawful use of drug paraphernalia. He was issued a roadside citation and released on 2-5-16. He is to

Driver examination stations closed for state holidays in February The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates: Friday, February 12, 2016, in observance of Lincoln’s birthday, and Monday, February 15, 2016, in observance of Washington’s birthday. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, February 16, 2016.

Approximately 63 percent of Missouri fatal crash victims who are required to be restrained are NOT at the time of the traffic crash. The Patrol urges motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint.

Join us in supporting the Drive To Zero Highway Deaths.

Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!

appear in court on 3-7-16.

Theodore Eugene Ledbetter, 31 of Birch Tree was arrested on a Mtn. View warrant for failure to appear. He is currently being held on a $350 bond.

James Cody Dickman, 24 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Howell County warrant for possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and possession of up to 35 grams marijuana along with a Greene County warrant for possession controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. He is currently being held on a $4,500 bond.

Derek Michael Fox, 22 of West Plains was arrested for possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less HU211 and felony stealing. He is currently being held without bond.

Shannon Ray Sams, 43 of West Plains was arrested on a Howell County warrant for possession of controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. He bonded out on 2-6-16 and is to appear in court on 2-8-16.

Saturday, February 6, 2016 Austin Leath Velarde, 20 of Pomona was arrested on a Willow Springs warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He is currently being held without bond.

Brandon James Coatney, 32 of Willow Springs was arrested for DWI. He was issued a roadside citation and released on 2-6-16.

Kenneth Joy Hall, 55 of Missouri was arrested on a Dent County warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear. He is currently being held on a $2,000 bond.

Mark Adam Howell, 35 of Willow Springs was arrested on a Willow Springs warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear.

He bonded out on 2-7-16.

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Grant funding available for Project Prom, Graduation in SE MO The Southeast Coalition for Roadway Safety is offering grant funding to local schools that choose student lock-in events for Project Prom or Graduation. These grants can include reimbursement of expenses for event location rental, food, entertainment, etc. Qualifying schools will receive $200 each for one of these special event nights.

“These supervised events provide a safe environment for students to celebrate their special event, with good memories of friends and fun--not marred by senseless tragedy from possible drinking and driving accidents,” said Southeast Coalition Regional Coordinator Craig Compas.

Studies show there’s a prom-to-graduation corridor, when hundreds of students across this country get into car accidents and suffer serious physical and emotional consequences. While most traffic accidents are alcohol related, teens

who aren’t drinking are still at The Southeast Coalition will March 19. Interested schools tain applications by calling risk. be accepting applications until and/or their sponsors can ob- 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (2756636) or going online. Applications must contain action plans in their night’s agenda that include a presentation or activity educating students on highway safety issues.

Officials at Missouri State D Randle Heidi L Pettit, Lara F Pickett, The Missouri Coalition for University-West Plains have Summersville: Kaylee S Erin M Pierce, Anthony A Roadway Safety, a diverse announced their Chancellor’s Odom Priest, Sarita A Rivera, Mi- group representing engineering, List honorees for the 2015 fall West Plains: Misty D At- chael P Scheidt, Courtney semester. kins, Shelbi D Bridges, Mi- Spivey, Kate E Tyree, Ashton To qualify for the Missouri chelle T Chen, Michelle A L Vonallmen, Kathryn E VonState-West Plains Chancellor’s Crone, Laura B Davis, Angeli- Allmen, Madison F Wiehe, List, students must have earned na N Denton-Howell, Darcy F Micaela A Wiehe, Kristina L a 4.0 grade point average for Drake, Kegan J Drown, Ngozi Woods, BreAnna E Wright The Missouri Department 12 or more credit hours taken E Ekeke, Perry S Elliott, ArwWillow Springs: Katarina of Conservation will present during the semester. Students en N Estes, Kelsey V Farris, A Biland, Devin Chavez, Donwho maintain a 3.5 to 3.99 Autumn N Galiher, Hannah C na L Green, Justin D Grogan, a program for families with grade point average for 12 or Grills, Zachary D Harper, Jo A Ciara N Hogsett, John G New- kids (3rd grade and younger) on Saturday, February 20 at 1 more hours are recognized in Harris, Jacob T Hollback, Mat- ell, Joshua M Perkins the Dean’s List. thew B Hoth, Joseph G HowWinona: Lauren M Atchi- p.m. “Animal Wrappers” is the Birch Tree: Seth M Had- ell, Chelse J Johnson, Rebecca son, Billie A Brown, Gretta D title, and we will learn about ley, Melissa S Wood L Johnson, Kaitlyn T Kentner, Phillips, Jacob J Smith the ways animals stay warm in Mountain Grove: Kallie J Morgan R Kinder, Lauren E Calus, Miranda K Rogers Mahin, Melissa L Medina, Mountain View: Mack- Joshua R Miller, Kody L Millenzie L Anderson, Brittany E er, Allison N Neely, Claribel Farias, Sandra E Flack, Billie L Newton, Makabe J Perkins, Officials at Missouri State Schierling, James H Sparks, University-West Plains have Chyanne M Zitter announced their Dean’s List Van Buren: Katherine M honorees for the 2015 fall se- Akiki mester.

West Plains: Taylor P To qualify for the Missou- Abrams, Crystal E Atwell, ri State-West Plains Dean’s Carmen L Bentley, Taylor B List, students must have Brassfield, Justin P Butkovearned a 3.5 to 3.99 grade ich, Michael M Buxbaum, point average for 12 or more Lucas E Cardoza, Courtney credit hours taken during L Carter, Makayla M Chen, the semester. Students who Paydan A Clayton, Shelby L maintain a 4.0 grade point Collins, Tyler J Collins, Joaverage for 12 or more hours hannah R Crewse, Cierra L are recognized in the Chan- Crider, Kendra M Crossley, cellor’s List.

Michael A Denoux, Ashley Birch Tree: Stephen M N Dilbeck, Calley DunniDow, Jaret W Holden, Jessin hoo, Valerie Friend, Kate S K Yarber Gaines, Ashton N Garner, Eminence: Jeffrey S Whitney L Gatewood, Luke Cowen, Aljun N Danding L Grisham, Morgan L Hall, Mountain Grove: Shay- Samuel L Hall, Amber N na A Filogomo, Cheyenne D Hathcock, Myra C Henry, High School SCA Honors - Twelve high school students from the Liberty High School McGraw, Kennedy R Wilk- Kristie A Hurtado, Ayla L received SCA honors recently. Those include Carment Gardner, Emily Burton (on two instruerson Ipock, Kassidy M Jacobson, ments), Tabi Curtis, Sam Wallace, Jenny Segatto, Alayna Miller, Journey Sanders, Nick WilMountain View: TifChristopher A Kaiser, Jenbanks, Amanda Mantel, Mason Phipps, Jarrod Fann and Amy McMullen. (Photo: Standard/ fany A Green, Malachi R nifer L Kennedy, KeAndra Wagner) L Kimball, Krysten D Little, Katarina A McLain, Court-

Missouri State-West Plains announces 2015 fall Chancellor’s List honorees

enforcement, education, and emergency medical services, was created in 2004 to reduce traffic fatalities and disabling injuries on Missouri’s roads.

For additional information, contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (2756636) or visit savemolives.com/ regions-connect/southeast.

Children invited to program in Mtn. View February 20

the winter. Animal furs, stories, crafts, and refreshments will be fun for all.

Join us on February 20 at the First Presbyterian Church, 2nd and Ash in Mountain View.

Call 417-257-8349 if you have questions.

Missouri State-West Plains announces 2015 fall Dean’s List honorees

Liberty High School SCA band honors

Liberty Middle School SCA band honors

ney L Mead, Ashley D Meyer, William R Meyer, Michelle M Miller, Conner R Murray, Hannah E Nielsen, Forrest C Ogden, Brayden T Pace, Mae A Pavelka, Lesley C Pearsall, Jacob W Petrus, Bethany A Porter, Jacob A Rader, Kristy E Ray, Leona M Reed, Tyler J Rhoads, Sage F Roush, Krystal L Rowlett, Jenae B Scrimshire, Sabrina A Seiber, Andrew R Smith, Katey D Smith, Tayler R Smith, Sterling S Stradling, Kelsey L Tooley, Kristina M Tyler, Lexie J Waggoner, Abigail B Wall, Briona N Warden, Caleb B Whited, Dreydan J Williams Willow Springs: Sarah M Corniels, Gage A Hanson, Patricia A Lynch, Jessica D McDonough, Caleb J McLaughlin, Wesley S Sanders, Nicole D Smart, Savannah N Solik Winona: Paul W O’Donnell, Danielle R Sullivan

Missouri State Fall 2015 Dean’s List

Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list. For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least 12 credit hours during the fall semester and at least a 3.50 grade point average (on a 4.00 scale).

Mountain View Timothy D Depriest, Abby N Hockman, Nathan C Middle School SCA Honors - Several members of the Liberty Middle School Band went to SCA tryouts and were named Momper to the SCA Band. Those 7th and 8th grade students include, front row, Makayla Wilson, Mikala Segatto, Marley Kyle, Ashley Hunt and George Campbell. Back row, Kimmi Miller, Holly Hoffricher, Haley Radford, Britney Bates, Lydia Davis, Daniel Ingalls West Plains Justin S Bray, Jennifer R and Asia Segatto. (Photo: Standard/Wagner)

Callahan, Brittney K Capeder, Abigail Eskew, Hallie A Eskew, Ashley E Howell, Latessa A Kinder, Elaina G Martin, Logan D Martin, Carrie A Mulkey, Bradyn A Peterson, Kelsey M Ragsdale, Emily A Schilmoeller, Devin D Sexton, Cynthia H Shumock, Megan E Sorrell, Charles W Trick, Lorin E Trick, Hannah C Vargas Willow Springs Annina E Fremgen, Karley R Good, Audrey E Layman, Brandon P Pitts Birch Tree Shelly K Renegar

University of MO students named to the Dean’s List Several students from the University of Missouri were named to the Dean’s List.

Those students include: Mountain View • Shelby Leigh Bridwell, Junior, Arts & Science • Jessica Lynn Mantel, Freshman, Agr-Food & Nat Resources West Plains • Hayden James Berry, Sophomore, Nursing • Emily Catherine Cochran, Freshman, Arts & Science • Karlee Elise Cochran, Freshman, Arts & Science • Samuel Robert Demuria, Freshman, Arts & Science • Aaron David Esterle, Senior, • Brittany Nicole Israel, Freshman, Agr-Food & Nat Resources • Jonathon Brian Israel, Se-

nior, Engineering • Logan Ray Kinder, Senior, • Alexandra Christian McCrosky, Senior, Human Environment Science • Kelsie Jean Owens, Junior, Nursing • Kelsey Marie Rogers, Junior, Arts & Science • Carson Leigh Shannon, Junior, Health Professions • Holt Alan Skinner, Junior, Engineering Willow Springs • Emily Kay Durnell, Sophomore, Agr-Food & Nat Resources Birch Tree • James Luke Thompson, Junior, Education Summersville • Katelyn Reena Stoops, Sophomore, Agr-Food & Nat Resources

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Couch to 5K workouts offered by OMC How to Calculate Your Retirement Number Dear Savvy Senior, Can you help me calculate about how much my wife and I need to save for retirement? We are both in out late-fifties and want to see where we stand.

Looking Ahead Dear Looking, Calculating an approximate number of how much you’ll need to save for a comfortable retirement is actually pretty easy, and doesn’t take long to do. It’s a simple, three-step process that includes estimating your future living expenses, tallying up your retirement income and calculating the difference. There are even a host of online calculators that can help you with this too.

Living Expenses The first step is the most difficult – estimating your living expenses when you retire. If you want a quick ballpark estimate, figure around 75 to 85 percent of your current gross income. That’s what most people find they need to maintain their current lifestyle in retirement.

If you want a more precise estimate, track your current living expenses on a worksheet and deduct any costs you expect to go away or decline when you retire, and add whatever new ones you anticipate.

Costs you can scratch off your list include work-related expenses like commuting or lunches out, as well as the amount you’re socking away for retirement. You may also be able to deduct your mortgage if you expect to have it paid off by retirement, and your kid’s college expenses. Your income taxes should also be less.

On the other hand, some costs will probably go up when you retire, like health care, and depending on your interests you may spend a lot more on travel, golf or other hobbies.

And, if you’re going to be retired for 20 or 30 years you also need to factor in the occasional big budget items like a new roof, furnace or car.

Tally Income Step two is to calculate your retirement income. If you and/or your wife contribute to Social Security, go to ssa.gov/ myaccount to get your personalized statement that estimates what your retirement benefits will be at age 62, full retirement age and when you turn 70.

In addition to Social Security, if you or your wife has a traditional pension plan from an employer, find out from the plan administrator how much you are likely to get when you retire. And, figure in any other income from other sources you expect to have, such as rental properties, part-time work, etc.

Calculate the Difference The final step is to do the calculations. Subtract your annual living expenses from your annual retirement income. If your income alone can cover your bills, you’re all set. If not, you’ll need to tap your savings, including your 401(k) plans, IRAs, or other investments to make up the difference.

So, let’s say for example you need around $55,000 a year to meet your living expenses and pay taxes, and you and your wife expect to receive $30,000 a year from Social Security and other income. That leaves a $25,000 shortfall that you’ll need to pull from your nest egg each year ($55,000 – $30,000 = $25,000).

Then, depending on what age you want to retire, you need to multiply your shortfall by at least 25 if you want to retire at 60, 20 to retire at 65, and 17 to retire at 70 – or in this case that would equate to $625,000, $500,000 and $425,000, respectively.

Why 25, 20 and 17? Because that would allow you to pull 4 percent a year from your savings, which is a safe withdrawal strategy that in most cases will let your money last as long as you do.

If you need some help, there’s a bevy of free online retirement calculators to assist you, like the ones offered by T. Rowe Price (troweprice.com/retirement) or Financial Mentor (financialmentor.com/calculator).

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

Be a superhero in training with our Couch to 5K workouts! This course is offered free with the only requirement being registration for the OMC Superhero Fun Run that will be held on Saturday, April 23. “With the popularity of 5Ks, this is a great way to get beginners ready to participate in a 5K or other Fun Run event,” said Christina Hardman, Wellness Coordinator at OMC. At the end of the 8-week Couch to 5K program, participants will be ready for the Fun Run. All Couch to 5K participants will receive a free “Superhero in Training” t-shirt in addition to their Fun Run t-shirt.

To sign up, attend the Couch to 5K Information Session on Tuesday, February 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the OMC Parkway Center or drop off the Fun Run Race

Registration Form at the OMC Public Relations Department (located in OMC Parkway Center) before Friday, February 19 at 5:00 p.m.

The workout schedule is Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with the choice of 6 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. beginning Monday, February 22 at Carmichael Track. In case of inclement weather, workouts will be held inside the West Plains Civic Center on the walking track.

Fun Run Registration Forms are available at OMC Public Relations, located at No. 23 Parkway Center, or download a form at http://www.ozarksmedicalcenter.com/documents/ events/registration2015. pdf. Online registration is available at http://raceroster.com/events/2016/7912/ ozarks-medical-center-superhero-fun-run.

Jeff Sterling and Melissa Schofield, Gainesville, are the parents of a baby boy, Christian Sterling, born at 9:29 a.m.

January 15 at Ozarks Medical Center (OMC). He weighed 7 pounds 10 ounces and was 20 inches long. His siblings are Logan, 12; Destiny, 8; and Adam, 6. His grandmother is Linda Dunn of Gainesville.

Toby Orchard and Jessica Rowan, West Plains, are the parents of a baby girl, Abbie Jo Orchard, born at 11:09 p.m.

January 15 at OMC. She weighed 7 pounds 11 ounces and was 20 inches long. Her siblings are Jayke, 10; Cody, 7; and Braylon, 5. Grandparents are Jim and Cheri Brooks, Republic, Missouri, and Dough and Sheila Orchard, Mountain View.

Andrew Cole and Randi Raymond, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Kaleb Ryan Cole, born at 7:16 p.m.

January 17 at OMC. He weighed 5 pounds 15 ounces and was 18 1/2 inches long. His siblings are Kadyn, 8; Olivia, 5; and Raylena, 2. Grandparents are Daniel and Pamela Brown, Mountain Grove; Norman Cole, West Plains; and Tammy Bradley of Arizona.

Kristal Kelley, West Plains, is the parent of a baby girl, Ivee Marie Kelley, born at 4:00 a.m. January 22 at OMC. She weighed 7 pounds 2 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Her sibling is Lilee, 4. Grandparents are Mick Kelley, Nashville, Michigan, and Jennifer Gibson, West Plains.

Shane Coe and Elizabeth Peterson, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Greyson Xavier Coe, born at 1:55 a.m. January 25 at OMC. He weighed 7 pounds 2 1/2 ounces and was 20 inches long. His sibling is Peyton, 10 months.

Grandparents are Jerry Peterson, West Plains; Cinthia Wilmot, Salem, Arkansas; Joe Coe, West Plains; and Stephanie Cogswell, Caldwell, Idaho.

Cody and Randi Russell, West Plains, are the parents of a baby boy, Tucker Ray, born at 7:36 p.m. January 25 at OMC. He weighed 9 pounds 7 ounces and was 22 1/2 inches long. His siblings are Colton and Brynlee. Grandparents are Glen and Carol Johnson and Dennis and Sherry Russell, West Plains.

Jeremy and Lynsey Miller, Thayer, are the parents of a baby boy, Ransom Creek, born at 1:01 p.m. January 26 at OMC. He weighed 7 pounds 1 1/2 ounces and was 21 inches long. His siblings are Mason, 12; Jaxon, 8; and Stetson, 2.

Grandparents are Eddie and LaTeresa Cooper, Thayer; Mike Miller, Harlem, Georgia; and Vanessa Williams, Paragould, Arkansas.

For more information OMC Public Relations regarding the 2016 Su- Department at 417-257perhero Fun Run, call the 6737.

JANUARY 2016 CITY/COUNTY INSPECTIONS Almost Famous Grille & BBQ, 1027 Porter Wagoner Blvd., West Plains. 3rd Re-inspection: Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed vent hood, grill table, ovens and warmer cabinet in need of cleaning due to food debri/grease accumulation; observed paper towels missing or not properly dispensed at prep area hand sinks.

Will re-inspect in 4 months (May).

Bamboo House, 500 Main St., Willow Springs. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 3 Observed ice scoop stored improperly, laying in ice bin; observed floors, prep equipment and storage equipment in need of cleaning; observed prep area hand sink in need of repair due to leak.

CJ’s Place, 111 E. 3rd St., Mtn. View. Critical: 2 Observed bleach sanitizer too high in wiping cloth and 3-vat sink solutions – observed above 200 ppm, must maintain between 50-100 ppm; observed raw meat product and eggs stored above ready-to-eat vegetables in 2 door cooler – keep ready-to-eat foods above raw product at all times. Non-critical: 3 Observed no paper towels at prep area hand sink – corrected on-site; observed prep cooks/dish wash employees without proper hair restraint – all prep employees must have hat, hairnet or visor; observed prep cooler (small) at 45° F at time of inspection – cold holding must be held at 41° F or lower. Will re-inspect in 3 weeks (Feb.).

Café 37/Ropers/Opera House, 37 Court Square, West Plains.

Critical: 0 Non-critical: 3 Observed walk-in freezer with excessive ice accumulation; observed bar prep cooler at 55° F at time of inspection – must maintain coolers at 41° F or lower; observed floor/threshold between storage room/mop sink in need of repair/ replacement.

Cakes & More, 9489 CR 9190, West Plains. *No violations observed*.

Captain D’s, 1402 Preacher Roe, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed foods stored in prep freezers not properly covered – keep product covered to prevent possible contamination.

Charley’s Meat Market, 508 W. Hwy 60, Mtn. View. *No violations observed*.

Coblestone, 5024 US Hwy 160, West Plains. *No violations observed*.

Crossroads Convenience Store, 1808 Broadway, West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed ice machines and back area flooring in need of cleaning.

Don Lupe, 1607 Gibson Ave., West Plains. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed prep coolers above 41°F during inspection – ensure coolers can maintain temperature of 41° F or lower before food is placed in them; paint exposed wood areas near bar.

Approved for opening. Will re-inspect 1-2 weeks after opening.

Dominos of West Plains, 1152 Ransom Road, West Plains. *No violations observed*.

Family Counseling Center “A New Direction”, 3411 Division Drive, West Plains. *No violations observed*.

Family Dollar, 1308 Porter Wagoner, West Plains. *No violations observed*.

KT’s Kitchen, 7838 US Hwy. 60, Mtn. View. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 2 Observed improper thawing of frozen product at room temperature – thaw products in refrigerator, cool running water or microwave; observed food prep employees without proper hair restraint – employees in prep area must have hat, hairnet or visor.

King Garden Buffet, 1805 Bruce Smith Parkway, West Plains. Re-inspection. Critical: 0 Non-critical: 1 Observed no paper towels available at prep area hand sinks – corrected on-site.

Kountry Corner Store, 2795 SR 142, Moody. Critical: 1 Observed pre-packaged lunchmeat for sale in walk-in cooler past use-by-date -corrected on-site; observed cabinet area under soda fountain in need of cleaning, repair and sealing due to soda leaks – correct by 4-15-16.

To view all the City and County restaurant inspections – go to our website at: www.howellcountyhealthdepartment.com

OMC, American Red Cross blood drive February 19 Ozarks Medical Center’s (OMC) and the American Red Cross will host a blood drive Friday, February 19, from noon until 6 p.m., at the Willard Hunter Classroom in the OMC Parkway Center.

During the winter months, blood donations tend to decline. Blood donors with all types, especially O negative,

B negative and A negative, are urged to give. Platelet donors and those with type AB blood are also continually needed.

RapidPass is available to donors and allows them to complete their pre-reading and donation questions online from the comfort and privacy of their home or office; reducing the time they spend at the blood drive by up to 15 minutes. Visit red-

crossblood.org/RapidPass, read the information, answer the questions, and print the pass or email it to themselves to show when they check in at the blood drive. RapidPass must be completed the same day as the donation. Donors are still encouraged to schedule an appointment online.

Double Red Cell Donation also is available to donors who meet the requirements to safely donate two red cell

units rather than one. Double red cell collection is an automated process that facilitates the collection of red blood cells while the donor’s plasma levels are maintained.

Several factors make this donation desirable including the use of a smaller needle, donating less often, and because of the process used, donors feeling better afterward.

“We are encouraging everyone to give. The entire process will only take about an hour.

It is amazing that with just a short time out of your day, you can help save a life,” said Joan Hanff, OMC Lab Services Director.

Consider making a difference by donating blood at the next blood drive. Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. About 44,000 pints of blood are needed in the U.S. every day. Almost everyone will know someone in their lifetime who has the need for blood. Only 38% of the population is eligible to donate, but only about 8% of those who are eligible actually donate.

For more information, visit redcrossblood.org, or call the OMC Public Relations Department at 417-257-6735.

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4th Annual West Plains Brewfest February 27 at civic center Everyone is invited to sample locally available craft beers and specially prepared foods to help a worthy cause at the 4th Annual West Plains BrewFest, set for 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, February 27, 2016, in the Exhibit Hall and Arena at the West Plains Civic Center.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the West Plains Council on the Arts’ efforts to promote arts in the West Plains area, as well as fund the Gatewood Family Fine Arts Scholarship, which will be awarded to an area graduating high school senior planning to major in fine arts.

The event is being sponsored by the West Plains Council on the Arts, Great Rivers Distributing, Grellner Sales & Service, Shoe Factory Lofts, and Mulligan’s Package Store in West Plains; Piney River Brewing of Bucyrus; and by McCullough House Winery of Thayer.

Attendees will have the opportunity to sample from a wide range of craft beers and wines, and specialty coffees organizers said. Missouri independent breweries and wineries who will be attending include Boulevard Brewing, Kansas City; Copper Run Distillery, Walnut Shade; Crane Brewing Company, Raytown; Crown Valley Brewery and Winery, Ste. Genevieve; Leaky Roof Meadery, Buffalo; McCullough House Winery,

Thayer; Piney River Brewery, Bucyrus; Public House Brewing, Rolla; Root Sellers, Columbia; Springfield Brewing, Springfield; and Wages Brewing Company, West Plains.

Distributors will bring outstanding selections from their breweries. Great Rivers Distributing will feature Anheuser-Busch, Bells Brewery, Deschutes Brewing Co., Goose Island Beer Co., O’Dell Brewing. O’Fallon Brewery, Sierra Nevada, and Springfield Brewing Company. Grellner Sales is providing product from Blue Moon, Kraftig, Lagunitas, Lienenkugel, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Miller/Coors, Mother’s, New Belgium, Samuel Adams, Small Town Brewery, and Traveler Beer Company.

This year the group of local restaurants offering samples has grown, and will include Bootleggers BBQ, Colton’s Steak House & Grill, Heroes Coffee Café, Johnny’s BBQ, Ozark Café, Ozark Pizza Company, Roper’s Saloon/ Café 37/Wild Vine, Skillets Family Café, Sole Café at the Shoe Factory Lofts, Spring Dipper West Plains, and The New Red Apple Grill. Water, soft drinks, and snacks will be provided by West Plains Distributing and PepsiCo. The first 500 people through the door will receive a souvenir tasting glass featuring “Brewster,” and all

MDC nature centers and shooting ranges closed for holidays The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds people that the state agency’s offices, nature center buildings, interpretative center buildings, and staffed shooting ranges will be closed on the following upcoming 2016 holidays: • Lincoln Day -- Friday, Feb. 12; • Washington’s Birthday/Presidents’ Day -- Monday, Feb. 15; • Truman Day -- Observed Monday, May 9; • Memorial Day -- Monday, May 30; • Independence Day -- Monday, July 4; • Labor Day -- Monday, September 5; • Columbus Day -- Monday, October 10; • Veterans’ Day -- Friday, Nov. 11; • Thanksgiving Day -- Thursday, Nov. 24; and • Christmas Day -- Observed Monday, Dec. 26.

Trails and other outdoor offerings at MDC nature centers and interpretative centers are still available for public use on most days the facilities are closed. Contact specific MDC nature centers and other facilities for their days and hours of operation. Find information on MDC facilities, offices, and other offerings by region of the state online at mdc.mo.gov/ regions.

attendees will be eligible for door prize giveaways provided by the sponsors and attending breweries, wineries, and restaurants. Event organizer Terri Combs says, “This year’s BrewFest promises to be bigger and better with an outstanding variety of craft beer and food samples. We are so grateful to our sponsors, participants, and volunteers for their generous support of the arts through their donations to West Plains BrewFest.”

Admission is $20 per person in advance and $30 at the door. All attendees must be over 21 and have a valid photo ID. Advanced tickets are available, and can be purchased in West Plains at Colton’s Steak House, from the West Plains Civic Center box office or Mulligan’s Package Store, 47 Court Square.

Tickets will also available in Bucyrus at Piney River Brewing Co. More information about the West Plains BrewFest can be found at http:// www.westplainsarts.org,

Nominations sought for honorary degree

Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains are seeking nominations for an honorary associate’s degree, which will be awarded at the 2016 commencement ceremony in May. University officials said the honorary degree is designed to recognize and honor exceptional men and women who have given a substantial part of their lives to serving others and/or who have distinguished themselves. Conferral of the degree also establishes a public association between Missouri State-West Plains and such exceptional men and women, thereby providing testimony to the values and quality of two-year institutions, officials added.

The deadline for submitting nominations for the 2016 spring commencement ceremony is Feb. 19.

For more information about the award and nomination procedures, call the Missouri State-West Plains development office at 417-255-7240 or visit the honorary degree website, http://wp.missouristate.edu/development/HonoraryDegree. htm.

4-H, FFA steer weigh-in set for Saturday, February 13 The 4-H and FFA steer weigh-in for the 2016 Heart of the Ozarks Fair will be Saturday, February 13, 2016. The weigh-in will be held at the Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds in West Plains, will begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at 11:00 a.m.

All steers will be weighed, tattooed, and ear tagged at this time. Exhibitors wanting to enter steers in the

Missouri State Fair will need to attend this weighin to have their steers’ nose printed. In order for steers to qualify for the Heart of the Ozarks Fair they need to weigh at least 500 lbs. at weigh –in. All calves MUST be castrated prior to the weigh-in; there will not be a vet on the premises.

Youth wanting to weighin livestock for the Heart

of the Ozarks Fair must be a member in good standing with the Missouri 4-H club program or a paid member in good standing with a local FFA Chapter. Each exhibitor must pay $10.00 at weigh-in to support the sale dinner at the fair.

For more information contact the University of Missouri Extension Center at 417-256-2391.

Our new report for waterfowl workshops -Missouri Duck Season Date and Zone Boundary Review – is available on our website at huntfish. mdc.mo.gov/sites/default/

files/downloads/2015_ Waterfowl_Workshops. pdf.

It provides a wealth of information about ducks, duck hunting, and duck hunters in Missouri.

The report will be discussed at our waterfowl workshops. Get more info on those at mdc.mo.gov/ newsroom/mdc-invitesduck-hunters-workshopsseason-dates-and-zones

Missouri duck season date and zone boundary review

VisitMo.com, BeerAdvo- www.facebook.com/West- ri Combs at terricomb@ cate.com, or at the event’s PlainsBrewfest E-mail in- gmail.com or by phone at Facebook page https:// quiries may be sent to Ter- 417-505-0812.

West Plains native serves on USS John C. Stennis

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 25, 2016) Aviation Ordnancemen 3rd Class Justin Collins, from West Plains, Mo., fires a .50 cal machine gun during a live-fire exercise on USS John C. Stennis’ (CVN 74) fantail. Providing a combat-ready force to protect collective maritime interests, Stennis is operating as part of the Great Green Fleet on a regularly scheduled Western Pacific deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Tomas Compian/ Released)

Brown's Farm & Garden Feeder Cattle Auction Report for 02/02/2016 Receipts: 3297 Last week: 2939 Year Ago: 1928 Compared to last week, feeder steers under 600 lbs traded 5.00-10.00 lower.

Steer calves over 600 lbs traded steady to 4.00 lower.

Yearling steers traded 2.004.00 lower. Feeder heifers traded 3.00-6.00 lower.

Demand was moderate on a moderate supply which consisted of 59 percent steers, 4 percent bulls and 37 percent heifers. Forty-one percent of the offering weighed over 600 lbs. The USDA Cattle Inventory Report released Friday showed the expected expansion of the beef herd with the number of cattle and calves on January 1, 3 percent higher than the previous year. Cows and heifers that calved in 2015 was also 3 percent higher than in 2014.

The 2015 calf crop was2 percent higher than a year ago.

Feeder Steers: Medium and Large 1 250-300 lbs 212.50-225.00; 300-350 lbs 212.50-231.00; 350-400 lbs 206.00-218.00; 400-450 lbs 204.00-215.00; 450-500 lbs 192.50-209.00; 500-550 lbs 193.00-204.00, pkg 8 hd538 lbs fleshy 189.00; 550-600 lbs 176.00-191.00; 600-650 lbs 169.00-179.00, pkg 6 hd 639 lb unweaned calves 164.00; 650-700 lbs 159.75-166.00; 700-750 lbs 153.00-162.00; 750-800 lbs 147.00-149.00; Load 59 hd 805 lbs 148.00. Medium and Large 1-2 300-400 lbs 190.00-205.00;400-450 lbs 180.00-202.50; 450-500 lbs 175.00-192.00; 500-550 lbs 175.00-192.00; 550-600 lbs 160.00-175.00; 600-650 lbs 157.50-170.00;650-700 lbs 149.00-161.00; 700-800 lbs 144.00-153.50; 800-900 lbs 136.00-145.00; Few 958 lbs 132.50. Medium and Large 2 450-500 lbs 155.00169.00; 500-600 lbs 157.50172.50; Few 643 lbs 160.00.

Large 1-2 Few 478 lbs 180.00; Few 592 lbs 157.50; 650-700 lbs 145.00-155.00; Pkg 4 hd 745 lbs 147.50.

Feeder Holstein Steers: Large 3 Scarce Pkg 6 hd 500 lbs 112.50.

Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large 1 250-300 lbs 206.00-222.50; 300-350 lbs 190.00-205.00; 350-400 lbs

182.00-187.50; 400-450 lbs 177.00-192.50; 450-500 lbs 165.00-177.50, pkg 12 hd 455 lbs fancy 187.50;500-550 lbs 158.00-172.00; 550-600 lbs 153.00-158.00; 600-650 lbs 147.00-162.00; 650-700 lbs 143.00-156.00; 700-800 lbs 137.00-141.00;Pkg 4 hd 821 lbs 136.00. Medium and Large 1-2 300-400 lbs 175.00-188.00; 400-450 lbs 165.00-180.00; 450-500 lbs 150.00-165.00; 500-550lbs 145.00-160.00; 550-600 lbs 140.00-152.00; 600-700 lbs 134.00-146.00; 700-800 lbs 132.50-139.00; 800-900 lbs 125.00-134.00; 900-1000lbs 125.00-128.00.

Medium and Large 2 700-750 lbs 127.00-129.00.Medium 1-2 400-450 lbs 160.00-166.00; 500-550 lbs 138.00-140.00.

Feeder Bulls: Medium and Large 1 400-500 lbs 175.00192.50; 500-600 lbs 170.00181.00; 600-650 lbs 154.00171.00; Few 660 lbs 149.00.

Medium and Large 1-2 Few 397 lbs 185.00; 400-450 lbs 165.00-185.00;450-500 lbs 160.00-175.00; 500-600 lbs 150.00-167.00; 600-650 lbs 135.00-151.00; 700-750 lbs 137.00-143.00; 750-800 lbs 125.00-128.00.

Cow and Bull Auction Report for 02/03/2016 Receipts: 969 Last Week: 968 Year Ago: 567 Compared to last week, slaughter cows and bulls traded steady. Demand was good on a moderate supply of slaughter animals and a heavysupply of bred heifers and cows. The supply consisted of 30 percent slaughter cows, 45 percent bred cows, 6 percent cow/calf pairs, 8 percent slaughter bulls, 3 percent stocker/feeder cows and 8 percent calves.

Warmer temperatures this past week have some producers believing that Spring is right around the corner.

Punxsutawney Phil may not have seen his shadow but the ground hogs here in the Ozarks, bailed water in morning and soaked up sun in the afternoon, as temperatures soared to record highs.

Heavy supplies of high quality replacement animals continued this week and looks to continue into next week as over 150 hd of black-hided bred heifers are already consigned.

Slaughter Cows: Percent Lean Average Dressing High Dressing Low Dressing Breaking 70-80 72.0077.00 77.00-86.50 65.00-72.00 Boning 80-85 71.0077.00 77.00-84.50 65.00-71.00 Lean 85-90 64.0070.00 70.00-77.00 53.00-64.00 Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1-2 1175-2250 lbs average dressing 92.50-96.50 per cwt, high dressing 98.50101.00, low dressing 71.0091.50.

Bred Cows: Medium and Large 1 3-5 yr old 10751105 lb cows mostly in the 3rd stage 1950.00-2200.00 per head. Medium and Large 1-2 2-5 yr old 1042-1550 lb cows in the 2nd-3rd stage 1400.00-1900.00 per head, 1st stage 1400.00-1600.00 per head; 7 yr to short-solid mouth 1026-1590 lb cows mostly in the 3rd stage 1150.00-1500.00 per head; Broken-mouth 1190-1355 lb cows in the 2nd-3rd stage 1000.00-1300.00 per head.

Medium and Large 2 2-7 yr old 1005-1430 lb cows in the 2nd-3rd stage 1050.001400.00 per head, 1st stage 1000.00-1300.00 per head; Short-solid to broken mouth 890-1305 lb cows in the 2nd3rd stage 750.00-1100.00 per head.

Stocker and Feeder Cows: Medium and Large 1-2 Open or unchecked cows and heiferettes, 18 to 24 months 675-790 lb heifers 90.00-125.00 per cwt; 2-3 yr old 660-1195 lb heifers 100.00-120.00 per cwt; 4-7 yr old 800-1550 lb cows 69.00-105.00 per cwt.

Cow-Calf Pairs: Medium and Large 1-2 5-7 yr old 950-1183 lb cowswith 150-250 lb calves 1700.002075.00 per pair; Short-solid to broken mouth 1105-1390 lb cows with 150-300 lb calves 1450.00-1700.00 per pair; 3-n-1 pkgs 995-1290 lb cows in 1st stage with 250 lb calves 1500.00-1775.00 per pair. Medium and Large 2 4-7 yr old 795-1350 lb cows with 100-200 lb calves 1100.00-1400.00 per pair; Short-solid to broken mouth 990-1290 lb cows with 150250 lb calves 1200.00-1450 per pair.

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Westbound Missouri River Bridge at Jefferson City to Close Early to Mid-April The Missouri Department of Transportation is reminding motorists that the westbound bridge carrying Routes 54/63 over the Missouri River in Jefferson City will be closed for painting and deck repairs for about four months beginning in early to midApril.

The eastbound bridge will remain open and will be striped to carry two lanes of eastbound and two lanes of westbound traffic.

Since the $7 million construction contract was awarded in December, MoDOT officials have been working with the contractor, Saffo Contractors, Inc. of Wilmington, N. C., to fine-tune the project schedule. The 120-day closure is set to begin within the first few weeks of April, with a firm date to be announced closer to the project start.

In addition to the bridge closure, all access ramps from Route 54/63 to West Main Street, the eastbound on-ramp from McCarty St. to Route 54/63, and the westbound on-ramp from Route W to Route 54/63 will be closed. Speed limits will also be reduced on and near the bridge.

Prior to the bridge closure in April, there will be some periodic single-lane closures at night to allow the contractor to perform preliminary preparation work. The entire project will take 16 months to complete.

“We’re continuing to narrow down the specifics on this project so we can provide motorists with as much advance notice as possible,” said Patty Lemongelli, construction and materials engineer for MoDOT’s Central District. “We’re hoping folks will begin now to prepare for the closure knowing it will happen sometime in early to mid-April.”

Lemongelli encouraged commuters and others to begin having discussions with their employers, doctors, caregivers and others on ways to avoid peak travel times on the bridge. If possible, MoDOT is asking drivers to alter their work hours or arrange to work from home if that is an option.

Barring any accidents or stalled vehicles, traffic should move across the eastbound bridge at a steady pace, Lemongelli said.

Still, traffic speeds will be slower than usual so motorists are asked to be patient and allow extra time for their commutes, especially during the morning and evening rush hours.

MoDOT has been working with the Jefferson City Police and Public Works departments on an incident management plan to ensure smooth traffic flow on both state routes and city streets during the closure.

The eastbound bridge, built in 1991 carries about 27,000 vehicles a day, while about 28,000 vehicles a day use the westbound structure, which opened in 1955.

More information on the project, including the option to sign up for e-mail updates, is available at www.modot.org/central or by calling 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636).

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Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Local paint class raises $6,000 for Haiti mission trip Let it never be said that the Ozarks is not full of generous hearts. When given the opportunity to support and help a cause you will see hands reaching deep in their pockets. Whether it is a walk for cancer research, the immediate needs of a critical incident or a small paint event with the donations going to help in Haiti, you can see the smiling faces and the willing efforts of

our friends and neighbors. After traveling with Dr. Jon Roberts to Haiti in February of 2015, a local retired art teacher was led to offer paint events with the donations of $25 per participant to go toward the surgery funds of the 2016 Missouri Medical Mission trip to Haiti. She was joined by another local member of the mission team and the Lord has multiplied their

efforts. The Medical Mission group will provide medical clinics for approximately 1,700 Haitians from infant to adult.

Patients who are identified as needing surgery will have some of those surgeries paid for by the donations of those who have gathered, shared and enjoyed a fun painting party. The donation of $25 each has been added to the Praise the Lord and Pass

the Paintbrush account and the account has been blessed by a few larger individual gifts and by the grace of God the surgery donation totals over $6,000 as of today and there are still a couple of parties to go! Visit our Facebook page, Praise the Lord and Pass the Paintbrush, to see the groups and their artwork! If you are led to offer a donation, please contact The

First Baptist Church in Mountain View. There is an account there designated to “Haiti Fund�

100% goes directly to Haiti. It is never too late or too little to offer the gift of hope. Your gift could provide the opportunity to save a life, the life you help just might be the person who grows up to change the face of Haiti.

You might not help everyone, but you could help one.