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Pink traffic sign posts?

Now we know

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer LAMAR-In early December, the lower 18 inches or so of state traffic signs in Lamar began to sport a coating of pink paint. The curious began to raise questions; what’s going on here? An occasional question came into the Democrat, and we didn’t know either. Consequently, a telephone call to the southwest district office of the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) in Springfield got us some answers.

We were referred to Darin Hamelink, the area engineer for MoDOT, who gave us the explanation, and it all has to do with “reflectivity.”

Safety and reflectivity go together. The greater the reflectivity, the more visible traffic signs are, and that visibility improves the safety of travel on Missouri highways.

Wooden posts tend to warp over a period of time, which reduces the reflectivity of the signs mounted on them.

Therefore, the wooden posts are to be replaced with steel ones.

Barry Weaver, MoDOT’s maintenance supervisor in Barton County, says the replacement was supposed to have been completed before Christmas but has been delayed by inclement weather.

The steel posts will have a break away feature that should reduce the amount of injury and property damage for those motorists who may strike them.

MoDOT intends to recycle the wooden posts taken out of service by selling them in bundles to the public.

The conversion to steel posts will occur only in Lamar and a few hundred yards south on Route KK, according to Hamelink. However, if it proves to be successful in improving reflectivity, and safety, it seems plausible that it may be extended to other parts of MoDOT’s southwest district.

Photos for Lamar Democrat by Jarrett Little

Despite the frigidly cold temperatures, area sledders took advantage of the recent snowfall by sledding at the dam by the Lamar City Lake. The Lamar City Council just recently approved sledding on the dam. Also pictured is the serenity of the lake before and after masses of geese ascend on the frozen water.

USDA Rural Development provides assistance to BCMH The final bond closing for the new clinic addition at Barton County Memorial Hospital was held on November 25, 2013.

The $3,000,000 addition was funded through a Community Facility Direct Loan from USDA-Rural Development. Community Facility Loans provide funding for essential public improvements to public bodies and non-profit corporations with substantial ties to the local community.

“Healthcare continues to be a topic of concern for many rural areas. The issues include affordability and access,” Rural Development State Director Janie Dunning said. “Barton County Memorial Hospital, with the new clinic addition, is responding to these issues by improving regional healthcare.

Assuring quality healthcare is available and cost effective are critical elements in sustaining the viability and vitality of

Present for the final bond closing for the hospital’s new addition were, left to right are Wendy Duvall, CEO of Barton County Memorial Hospita; Karen O’S. Wegener, president of the hospital’s board of trustees and Greg Bramwell, area specialist with the USDA Rural Development.

healthcare .”

“As a small rural healthcare facility it is important to our community that we have the facilities, medical staff and technology to provide the best healthcare possible. We work very hard to provide these services on a very limited financial budget with restricted resources. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to work in partnership with USDA Rural Development in expanding our medical office facilities; this allows us to continue to increase the services that we offer to our community and be better able to serve the need of our community for excellent healthcare. Without this partnership we would not have been able to obtain the resources necessary for this expansion,” stated Wendy Duvall, CEO of BCMH. Rural Development’s main

our rural communities. Con- County Memorial Hospital for gratulations and thank you to recognizing and meeting the the administration of Barton challenge of offering quality see ASSISTANCE, page 10

Lamar R-1 making way for the future

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Photos courtesy of Jeff Steward An aerial view shows the full extent of Lamar R-1 School District's demolition of the 1936 building located on 7th Street.

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By LOUISE OTT The weather is too bad for anyone to be out traveling on the roads. Please stay off the roads if you can so the road trucks can do their part with those

big trucks and blades and this Monday morning two big trucks were on 0 Highway at 4:30 a.m.

Some of the snowdrifts were over knee high on me and the mail that was left in my mailbox wasn’t mine. Someone couldn’t tell Ott from Jefferies, so I’m putting it back in my mailbox for the mailman to pass on.

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Sheldon

By DARLENE SHERIDAN

Breanna Sheridan came late Friday evening to work on the filming for the Vision presentation for Sheldon. Several were interviewed and many photos were taken in preparation for the Drury

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Girl Scout Troop 61011 sings carols at Maple Senior Living

Girl Scout Troop 61011 participated in the annual event of singing Christmas carols at Maple Senior Living on December 11. Members pictured are, back row, left to right, Riley Weimer, Haily Born, Madison Crockett, Elisea Daniels, Jilli Gardner, Kaitlyn Davis; front row, Kara Morey, Laynie Solum and Lexi Phipps. Not pictured are Meghan Watson and Megan Miller.

City Clovers 4-H Club

By LEXI PHIPPS Reporter The 4-H City Clovers met on December 8 at the Wolf Building. Cookie and candy plates were made by members and delivered to local com-

University students who will begin their semester project on January 22.

The Sheldon Lions served their monthly breakfast on Saturday morning with a good attendance in spite of the winter weather. It was good to see Gary Melton able to be back in helping the Lions. He said he had completed his physical therapy and is doing fine.

The winter weather caused the Sheldon churches to be cancelled Sunday morning. It also cancelled meetings and school for several days.

Everyone is ready for Spring.

Sheldon family and friends were saddened to learn of the death of Sam Castlebury, age 58, at his home in Joplin, Monday afternoon. He had recently moved with his wife, Sandy. Funeral services were under the direction of Daniel’s Funeral Home in Lamar. Visitation was Thursday morning at the Sheldon Christian Church followed by graveside services. Sympathy is extended to the family.

Vernon Cliffman has been a patient at St. John’s Hospital in Joplin, where he is being treated for pneumonia.

Sheldon students finally resumed classes on Wednesday, Jan. 8, after a long Christmas break.

Bill Brown of Lee’s Summit came Wednesday morning to Nevada to check on the condition of his mother, Elizabeth Brown, who entered the Nevada hospital.

Another food pantry will be held January 23 at the Community Building. This food pantry is for residents of Sheldon and Bronaugh and they are asking for donations to support this effort. For more information contact Becky Morgan at Sheldon City Hall, 884-2621.

I’m so very thankful I am able to stay in my home during this winter weather. I haven’t been outside since Saturday morning, but hopefully

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improve beef soup. I only planned to make a small batch, but after I am through throwing in veggies, it ends up a big pot full.

The first day it was really good, the second day it was okay. By the time the third meal rolled around I added a little hot sauce

By MAXINE MORIN and it was still okay. I will The first time that I probably finish it, but I do ventured outside after not know about Eddie. the snowstorm and bit- He has hung in there so ter cold was last Friday far, but he is not too hot morning. Then what on leftovers. happens, it started rain- I did not grow up on ing. I had planned to leftovers as I was raised in go the Barton County a family of six kids. There Health Department but was seldom anything said to my driver, Donna left after we had a meal.

Wescott, "Let's head for I remember my mother home". We sat in the car would cook a large pot until the rain slacked. I of pinto beans on a wood would like to say I made burning stove. Gee! They a run for the house, but were good. I have cooked my running days seemed beans, but mine never to have vanished. Thank taste as good as Moms. goodness Donna had an I use a cornbread mix umbrella she loaned me. where you add egg, milk, Sorry I am behind on stir and pour into a pan this anniversary. Con- to bake. Mom used a gratulations to Laroy and certain bowl for cornMaryAnn Winkler. The bread, poured in milk couple celebrated their and mixed in cornmeal 50th wedding anniversa- with baking powder, salt ry with a reception held at and an egg, unless it was the Party Oasis in Lamar in the dead of winter and the hens were not laying on Sunday, Dec. 15.

The Red Hat ladies are well. She would shove usually a pretty brave that pan of cornbread in group, but they cancelled the hot oven and when their January meeting the door was opened she after it snowed and then took out a pan of golden snowed some more and brown crusted cornbread. the weather dropped to Good ole cornbread and zero or mighty close. The brown beans. WonderFebruary luncheon meet- ful smell and tasted the ing is on for Thursday, same. We might finish Feb.13, 11 a.m., at the up on wild plum butter spread on a piece of hot Pepper Mill.

Sunday, Jan. 12, Eddie cornbread and a glass of and I were happy to have milk for dessert. When our sons and spouses here I bake cornbread I often to visit with us. Max and wish for some wild plum Kathy Orahood dropped jelly. in and as we were chatting May God be with our Mike and Toppie Morin, military men and women.

EI Dorado Springs, drove I am still wearing red on Fridays to show support up. We had a nice visit.

Since it has been so cold of our troops. Are You? I made a pot of veggie Until next time...

weather soon.

will

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“The object of government is the welfare of the people.”

munity groups. Members also went caroling at the Truman Healthcare facility.

They would like to wish everyone a Merry Chritmas and Happy New Year.

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ference is an event that gives producers the opportunity to hear the latest information and ideas from University of Missouri specialists and local experts; allowing them to make essential management decisions from research-based data,” says Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist in Barton County.

Mark Jenner, MU Extension ag business in Bates County, will be one of this year’s speakers.

He will weigh the pros and cons of whether it is

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Annual Barton County Soils and Crops Conference scheduled for January 23 The annual Barton County Soils and Crops Conference, hosted by the Barton County Soil and Water Conservation District and Barton County MU Extension, will be of great interest to area agriculture producers. Farmers and landowners of southwest Missouri are invited to attend the conference on Thursday, Jan. 23, at Thiebaud Auditorium in Lamar.

Registration will begin at 9 a.m.

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economical to grow 100 bushel wheat.

Kathy Macomber, MU Extension community development in Barton County, will educate producers on what the Affordable Care Act will mean for their operations.

Bill Wiebold, state plant science specialist with MU Extension, will be speaking on pollination in corn and soybeans, as well as understanding GMOs. Good Cover Crop management is essential to making planting cover crops worth the time and effort put into it. Tim

Adams’ to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary

Reinbott, superintendent Bradford Research Center, will be present to speak on proper management practices for cover crops.

Other speakers include MOCOHOLA Teen Leaders and the Missouri Glenn Allan Adams and Joyce Jean (Hull) Soybean Association.

Adams will celebrate their 60th wedding anniSponsors include Barversary on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at ton County Commission, the Jasper Christian Church. Hosting the event Missouri Soybean Assowill be Sherry and Mark Mayo and Dale Adams, ciation Area 4, Heritage along with their families.

State Bank, Lamar Bank Allan and Joyce were married in Greenfield on and Trust, Metropolitan January 21, 1954. They request no gifts.

Bank and US Bank. There is no charge for the conference and lunch will be provided, but to allow for adequate food prepa- calling the Barton Coun- 682-3579, no later than ration please register by ty Extension office, 417- January 20.

Good Old Boys meet The annual meeting of the Liberal High School Good Old Boys was held at the community building in the north park on Saturday, Dec. 7. The group enjoyed pizza, lots of munchies and many recollections of their school years and memories of the past.

Those attending were Bob Ball, John Barley, Frank Bell, Bill Carpenter, Gary Charlton, Ron Charlton, Tom Claflin, Richard Cooper, Tom Crockett, Denny Egbert, Elmer Fast, Jim Hanshaw, Vincil Mayfield, Jim Meadow, Bill Percy, Lee Potter, John Rawlings, Bob Stevens, Bob Suschnick, Larry Terrill, Gene Venable, Bill Walker, Don White, Gary Whitson and Ernie Workman.

Former Liberal High School graduates are pictured, left to right, Larry Terrill, John Rawlings and Denny Egbert, as they visit during the annual Good Old Boys get-together on Saturday, Dec. 7, at the community building in Liberal.

Stay Strong, Stay Health class offered The University of Mis- Strong, Stay Healthy, a souri will offer Stay 10- week exercise program designed for men and women over age 40.

The Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program was developed by Tufts University and is designed to help middle-aged and older adults improve strength, flexibility and balance.

According to research conducted by Tufts, participation in strengthening exercises helps to build muscle and increase bone density, thereby helping to prevent frailty and osteoporosis. Strength training

can benefit older adults in many ways, including arthritis relief, improving balance, enhancing flexibility, strengthening bones, weight control, reducing depression and stress, lowering risks for heart disease and maintaining healthy blood sugar levels.

“The class is a great way for middle-aged and older adults to begin exercising, or improve their strength, balance and flexibility that can lead to a healthier, more active lifestyle,” said Lydia Kaume, nutrition and health education special-

ist, University of Missouri Extension. “The exercises are low-impact/ low weight and all the necessary equipment is provided”.

Registration is required

by Friday, Jan. 16, and the cost for the program is $25 per person or $40 per couple. The class will be held on Thursdays, Jan. 23 to March 27, 6 p.m. 7:15 p.m., at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall in Lamar.

For more information or to enroll call Barton County MU Extension at 417-682-3579.

Cousins meet for reunion Five cousins recently met at the Golden Corral in Joplin for a reunion.

Three of the cousins are sisters and the other two are brother and sister.

Three sisters, daughters of the late Harry and Ruth Krell, Plankinton, S.D., as well as their spouses present were Leonard and Patricia McGregor, Oak Harbor, Wash., Daryle and Sharon Mahaney, Colorado City, Colo. and Dave and Judy Lickteig, Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas.

Also present were Willis and Billy Strong, Liberal and Shirley Fletcher, Joplin. Their parents were the late Don and Hope Strong, formerly of the rural Mitchell, S.D. area.

This is the first time the five cousins had ever met, with ages ranging from 81 to 69. They all visited a short time at the home of Shirley Fletcher on Indiana Ave. in Joplin.

A buffet luncheon was enjoyed, along with visiting and showing photos of past years. The cousin’s mothers were sisters and were reared in the rural Plankinton, S.D. area.

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METZGER’S MUTTERINGS

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat Have you ever had one of those weeks where you would give anything in the world to do it over?

Unfortunately, this past week has been one of those for me. I woke up Saturday with a mild sore throat and by Sunday had the full fledge crud! Six days later I’m still fighting

it. Unfortunately, I know I am not alone in dealing with this stuff; many are losing the battle and ending up in the hospital. For those I pray that they feel better soon!

I know everyone has their preference as to what doctor they visit and from previous Mutterings most may realize that I go to Dr. Joustra and think the world of the man. He

has always been there for my family and me and I don’t know what I would do if I ever lost him! Just the security of knowing he is only a phone call away is a true blessing and I hope he knows just how much he means to me. I think he does.

I have probably missed more work this week than I have in all the years I have been here, as I try not to let myself get down and have been fortunate to be relatively healthy. I have had so much congestion that sometimes I feel I’m drowning and when I cough, I sound like a seal.

Heather came out of her

office the other day to tell me she had heard of bosses that barked orders and I have definitely been doing that. I do know that I should have bought stock in Puff ’s!

This morning I went through my usual routine, thinking that I really didn’t feel like going to work, but knowing that I needed to as I was already behind due to my bout with “the crud”. For those that haven’t had to deal with it this winter, feel very fortunate! Anyway, I got up and did what my mommy taught me to do, pulled myself up from my bootstraps and did what needed to be done…

Unfortunately I didn’t get very far as on my way to work I had what I would consider a major accident. As a teen my mom was in several tragic accidents and was scared to death to ride with any-

one other than myself. I always grew up hearing of the horrors that could happen, but luckily had never had to experience it for myself. That changed today. I can say that both parties involved, myself included, were able to literally walk away; unfortunately, my car wasn’t so lucky.

I am one that puts sentimental attachment to every major purchase I make and I had purchased that car two years ago following the death of my stepmom. She had left me a CD that was enough where I could buy a new car (or at least new to me).

I had been driving mom’s 1986 for years, so was ecstatic that I was able to purchase a good, dependable vehicle. I purchased the car at Molle Automotive in Pittsburg, Kan. and up until now it has been a great car. I contacted

Molle’s this morning to let them know I would be on the lookout for a new one and ran across the same salesman that sold me the Malibu and he remembered me!

When I called Gary to let him know that I had spoken to Molle’s, he said he was just saying a prayer, thanking the good Lord up above that I was okay, extremely sore, but okay. You always think it’s going to happen to someone else and not to you, but unfortunately that wasn’t the case today. So here’s to hoping for better, brighter, sunnier days ahead. As my mom always taught me too, I will focus on the future and hope for the best. I came to live in Lamar because I followed her here and I am so very glad that I did.

It truly is a caring community and I am thankful to call it home!

OATS Transportation Services wishes to express its gratitude and thanks to the Barton and Dade communities for their steadfast patronage and support throughout 2013.

On December 12, 2013 the combined Barton and Dade Support Committee meeting elected officers, committee members and contacts for 2014.

The Support Committee’s responsibilities are to plan for and assist in the yearly general operations of OATS Transportation Services as prescribed in regulations and procedures of the board of directors of OATS, Inc. OATS reminds the

public that they are no longer just accommodating older Americans, but are dedicated to supplying transportation to anyone regardless of age, income, race, gender, religion, disability or national origin. All schedules and contacts can be viewed on the chamber of commerce online site, TV channel 3 and online at www.oatstransit.org.

Also, all pertinent OATS schedule information is published monthly in the Barton and Dade County newspapers.

Congratulations are in order for Barton County OATS driver Craig Hackney on receiving a quar-

terly bonus for safe driving.

In November 2013, Barton and Dade community patrons contributed recipes from family and friends to create the cookbook, “With a Dash of Love – Compliments of OATS Barton and Dade County Communities”. After selecting, typing, editing and printing the recipes, the cookbook is available for donation with the proceeds going to the OATS Bus Fund.

Anyone wishing to purchase a cookbook at the cost of $10 can do so by calling Dorris Mayfield at 417-682-3842.

Several officers and volunteers of the Barton County Historical Society held their annual Christmas dinner on Friday evening, Dec. 20, with a ham and brisket meal at the Barton County

Courthouse basement.

Those attending provided several side dishes.

The museum was decorated in keeping with the Christmas season.

Present for the dinner were Mike and Pauletta

Orahood, Patty McKay, Anthony and Beth Brisbin, Leota Thompson, Doris Wood, Carol Calton and Willis and Billy Strong.

Election for Barton County Extension Council members to be held OATS appreciates community support

The 2014 public election of eight new members for the Barton County University of Missouri Extension County Council will take place January 13-31.

The county election will be held in accordance with state law (Chapter 262.550-262.620 R.S. Mo. 1969).

Every county in Missouri has an extension council made up of elected and appointed members who represent the broad educational needs and backgrounds of people in that county.

Missouri state statutes create county extension councils to work with University of Missouri Extension. These council members assist in planning and carrying out extension programs in the county, providing local extension governance

and representing the diversity of the county’s changing population.

Citizens over the age of 18 who reside in Barton County can vote. Official ballots have been mailed or citizens can come to the Barton County University of Missouri Extension office at 801 E 12th, Lamar, and obtain a ballot to vote.

Four positions on the council will be filled from District I, which include Barton City, Central, Golden City, Leroy, Milford, Nashville, Newport, Northfork, Ozark, Richland, Southwest and Union townships and four positions on the council will be filled from District II, which include City of Lamar, Doylesport and Lamar townships.

District I nominees are Clifford Blanchard, Lendi

Davis, Darrell Kentner, Linda Madison, Jesse Medlin, Marshall Miller and Maureen Moyer.

District II nominees are Leisa Blanchard, Debbie Little, Roger Mayfield, Ed Patterson, Doyle Robinson, Joann Sheat, Belinda Shoff, Clark Wood.

University of Missouri Extension offers educational programs addressing high-priority areas such as agriculture, horticulture, nutrition, family financial education, business and industry, community development and youth development (4-H) for all citizens of Missouri.

For information about the election or how to receive a ballot by mail call the Extension office at 417-682-3579.

Former Nevada Habilitation Center retirees meet Retirees of the former Nevada Habilitation Center met for breakfast on Friday, Dec. 27, 8:30 a.m., at 54 Café in Nevada.

Present were Thelma Wright, Lamar; Jim and Ruby Kirby, Jerico Springs; Willis and Billy Strong, Liberal and Marilyn Entrikin, Jeraldine

Hyder, Ian and Eva Park, Eva Beaman and grandson and Dottie Hatfield McCoy and daughters, all of Nevada.

Barton County Historical Society gathers for Christmas dinner

Dade County citizens express concern to commission regarding CAFO’s

By CAROLYN HEAD Dade County reporter GREENFIELD-The Dade County Commission met Monday, Dec. 2, 2013, at 9 a.m. Present were Presiding Commissioner Randy Daniel, Western Commissioner David Rusch, Eastern Commissioner Dallas Maxwell and County Clerk Melinda Wright.

Daniel called the meeting to order. Several concerned citizens attended regarding the CAFO’s in Dade County. Those present to address their con-

cerns were Jeanne Long, Tim Long, Bob Glenn, Wanda O’Connor, Carol Ellingsen, Linda Dubrul, Lisa Brown Ramsey, Oren Ramsey, Conrad Cline, Max Mead and Mary Cline. Each one was allowed to address their complaints. A discussion was held regarding the disagreement with the prosecuting attorney’s interpretation of the county health ordinance regarding CAFO’s and referred to 4.6 of the ordinance.

The statement, “If we can’t make any progress with the commission,

there will be lawsuits” was made by the group that was present. “We are all upset, scared and we are begging for help!”

Daniel stated that he realized they were upset, but he asked that they understand where the commission’s limits are. He said, “When you bring your complaint to us, we have to take it forward to other powers to address the matter and we have done that”. Daniel corrected some areas of his complaint that were incorrect, while others spoke up about their complaints as

Wireless computer system explained to Dade County Commission GREENFIELD-Presiding Commissioner Randy Daniel called the Dade County Commission to order at 9 a.m. on December 9, 2013. Others in attendance were Eastern Commissioner Dallas Maxwell, Western Commissioner David Rusch and County Clerk Melinda Wright.

The December 2 minutes were unanimously approved as corrected. Bob Jackson met with the commission regarding the FDIC owned bank building.

A motion was made and passed to make an offer of $25,000 for the property. The commission will be in contact with Daren Hamelink of MoDOT to start the soft match credit documents for the BRO Bridge that was just completed on FR 181.

The commission discussed the health ordinance and discussed forming a committee on looking at what changes, if any, could be discussed. Bob Glenn

was present.

Scott Jones and Jeff Voris, with Liberty Technical Solutions, met with the commission. Judge Munton was included in the conversation as the court system is changing and the company was present to discuss the wireless computer system and how to make the courthouse wireless and secure.

The November 2013 minutes were received from the extension office.

The commission met with Sheriff Huffman about the computer software program that the state is implementing, regarding records and jail management services. The cost will be $1890 a year.

This is a contract with the Records and Jail Management Services Agreement by and between the Missouri Sheriff ’s Association and Dade County, to be paid out of the sheriff ’s revolving account. Following a motion, it was passed unanimously to sign the contract.

to the lack of action being the Cowan Bridge and a sion also visited the Kropf taken. Mary Cline stated, road on W Dade 12 and farm.

“We are going to keep N Dade 51. The commismaking noise; we have to.

If we don’t, nothing is going to be done”.

Stacy Collins on FR 4 called again regarding the fence line.

The minutes from November 25 were unanimously approved.

Rusch advised that he had two roads and a bridge to look at on the west side of the county.

The commission checked on a complaint on S Dade 91, the Cowan Bridge, a complaint south of

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University of Missouri releases fall semester dean’s list COLUMBIA-Area students named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at the University of Missouri, Columbia, are Pierce Norton Ford, a freshman Journalism major, Erin Danae Mayfield, a freshman Arts & Science major, Zachary Alexander Ray, a freshman Journalism major

and Kyle Alan Roehrs, a junior Health Professions major, all from Lamar.

Also, Sarah Michelle Bastin, a sophomore Agri-Food & Natural Resources major and Gustus Matthew Scott, a freshman Arts & Science major, both from Golden City; Paige Ashley Hargis, a sophomore Arts & Science major, Greenfield, and Joseph Michael Eggerman, a freshman Arts & Science major, Lockwood.

Burgess named to MCV’s Fall Dean’s List MARSHALL-Dr. Sharon Weiser, vice president of academic affairs for Missouri Valley College, has announced that Chase Burgess, Lamar, has been named to the Fall 2013 Dean’s List.

The requirements for the Dean’s List are a 3.3 or higher grade point average; at least 12 graded hours for the semester and no “D”, “F” or “Incomplete” grades for the semester.

Montana Washburn, daughter of Scott and Lucy Washburn, is the sixth grade Student of the Week at Lamar Middle School.

In her spare time Montana likes to read. She likes to play basketball and softball. She lives on a farm and has dogs, a horse, ducks, pigs, chickens, turkeys and guineas.

Brett Mason, son of Mark and Cindra Mason, is the seventh grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Brett likes to play basketball. He likes to hang out with his friends and also likes to play video games.

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Madison Gloodt, daughter of Joanne Davey and Shawn Gloodt, is the eighth grade Student of the Week at Lamar Middle School. In her spare time Madison enjoys listening to music and hanging out with her friends. She also enjoys playing basketball. She played basketball and had a lot of fun.

STAR Students

STAR Students at Lamar East Primary for the week of January 13 are, third row, left to right, Connor Kennedy, Payton Giger, Gage Shaw, Kaleb Hogan; second row, Kaylee Mangin, Talon Brand, Jayden Moenning, Bella Reese; first row, Eli Ngugi, Coltin Nance, Riley Griffitt.

Golden City students recognized for December trait of Compassion

Golden City School students recognized for the December trait of Compassion were, front row, left to right, Harmony Banta, kindergarten, Tyra Menadue, first, Sienna Wirth, second; back row, left to right, Brenton Bilyeu, fourth, Quentin Coy, third, Ivan Edson, sixth and Logan Moore, fifth.

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RECORDS

BRIEFS

All briefs are also posted on the calender at www.lamardemocrat.com.

D.A.R.E. GRADUATION FOR LAMAR fifth graders will be held Tuesday, Jan. 21, 7 p.m., at Thiebaud Auditorium.

VFW POST 3691 AND LADIES Auxiliary will meet Monday, Jan. 27, 7:30 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall. A potluck supper will be held before the meeting at 6:30 p.m. All veterans are welcome.

THE BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, Jan. 21, 9:30 a.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library in Lamar. The tentative agenda will include (1) financial report review including approval of bills paid, (2) minutes and (3) director’s report.

THE LAMAR R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT will be in session on Monday, Jan. 20. This was to be a Professional Development Day for staff, but due to snow days, it will be used as a make up day for the students.

THE LAMAR R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT will hold a public hearing on Thursday, Jan. 16, 7 p.m., in the middle school library. This public meeting is to discuss the opening date for the 2014-15 school term.

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP WILL MEET Thursday, Jan. 23, 1 p.m., at the home of clerk Dale Huber, 694 SE 40th Lane.

BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY WILL OFFER a free training class in Microsoft PowerPoint Basics on Thursday, Jan. 16, 5 p.m. There will be a door prize.

THE GOLDEN CITY COMMUNITY CENTER annual member meeting will be held Saturday, Jan. 18, 4 p.m., at the community center. The purpose of the meeting will be election of directors and any other business brought before the board.

THE 2014 LAMAR FREE FAIR DATES have been set for August 16-23.

THE MILFORD BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE that was scheduled for January 10 has been canceled due to the winter weather forecast and has been rescheduled for February 14. For information call Donna Holt at 417-398-2614.

FIBER ARTS GUILD WILL MEET Thursday, Jan. 16, 9 a.m., at Denny’s in Lamar. Cyndy Hurst will lead the program. Roll call will be answered with “A Snow Experience in the Good Ole Days”.

MARY K. FINLEY LIBRARY’S WINTER Reading Program for adults will begin on January 15 and run through March 12. Earn prizes for reading! Stop by the library’s front desk for more information.

A FREE MOVIE MATINEE WILL BE SHOWN at the Mary K. Finley Library in Lamar on Monday, Feb. 3, 1 p.m. Call the library at 682-5355 for movie title and details. Anyone over 18 is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.

THE BARTON COUNTY SOILS & CROPS Conference is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 23, 9 a.m., at Thiebaud Auditorium in Lamar. Topics will include Economics of 100 Bu. Wheat, Understanding GMOs, Corn and Soybean Pollination, Cover Crop Management, the Crop Scouting Program, Affordable Care Act and Farmers and a representative from the Soybean Association will speak. There is no charge for the conference, but to allow for adequate food preparation register by calling the Barton County Extension office at 417-682-3579 no later than January 20.

BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY WILL offer a free training class in Google Apps for PCs on Thursday, Jan. 23, 5 p.m. There will be a door prize.

2013 BARTON COUNTY PLAT BOOKS may be purchased at the Barton County Commission Office at the Barton County Courthouse, 1004 Gulf St., Room 102, Lamar.

MENU BARTON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER LUNCH MENU January 20-24 MONDAYChicken peas, wheat roll, bapot pie, Harvard beets, nana, coffee/tea/milk. mashed potatoes, juice, THURSDAY- TeriMandarin oranges, cof- yaki chicken, lo mien noodles with vegetafee/tea/milk.

TUESDAY- Barbecue bles, broccoli, egg roll, brisket on bun, seasoned gelatin with fruit, cofgreen beans, macaroni fee/tea/milk. and cheese, tomato juice, FRIDAY- Spaghetti brownie, coffee/tea/milk. with meatballs, antiqua buttered WEDNESDAY- Salis- vegetables, bury steak with gravy, au corn, garlic roll, grapes, gratin potatoes, buttered coffee/tea/milk.

COURT MISCELLANEOUS Open MRI of Pittsburg, Kan. V Dustin Davison, default judgment.

Open MRI of Pittsburg, Kan. V Charles M Lemmons, consent judgment.

Portfolio Recovery V Deborah E Johnson, consent judgment.

LVNV Funding LLC V Sandra R Bean, default judgment.

Midland Funding LLC V Rose McKenzie, default judgment.

Midland Funding LLC V Evajo Woods, consent judgment.

PIC of Joplin Inc V Shayne Wilburn, default judgment.

Midland Funding LLC V Crystal Clark, consent judgment.

Ritchie L Burnett V Phillip and Angela Allen, default judgment.

State V Trevon Scott Beerly, written guilty plea.

State V Amber Nicole Wilson, written guilty plea.

State V Jacki M Gariglietti x2, written guilty plea.

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DEATHS & PAID MEMORIALS NELDA NOREEN CHAPMAN SHELDON-Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Hall Cemetery in Jerico Springs for Nelda Noreen Chapman, 82, Sheldon, who died Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, at her home, following a lengthy illness.

Pastor Bonnie Berry officiated.

Arrangements were under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.

The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www.ferryfuneralhome.com.

Survivors include her son, Darrell Smith and wife Linda, El Dorado Springs; a grandson, Ronnie Smith and wife Melissa, Sheldon; three great-grandchildren, Wyatt Smith, Sheldon, Jared Nelson and Taylor, Lamar and Jordan Conner, Carthage; a niece, Pam Bowen, as well as several other nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Maxwell.

Mrs. Chapman was born April 23, 1931, in Nevada, to Darrell S. and Sarah Belle (Wilson) Maxwell. She grew up in Milo and was a 1948 graduate of Nevada High School. She married Robert Smith and to their union one son was born.

In 1977 she moved to Texas and was then mar-

ried to Joe Chapman. He preceded her in death.

She returned to the Sheldon area in 2011. She was a seamstress all of her life, working at the Reno Cleaners while in Texas.

She also loved to bowl and loved cats.

SAMUEL CASTLEBURY SHELDON-Visitation was held between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Thursday at the Sheldon Christian Church for Samuel Castlebury, 58, Sheldon, who died suddenly on Monday, Jan. 6, 2014. A memorial graveside service followed at Sheldon Cemetery.

Arrangements were under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home, Lamar.

Condolences may be left at www.danielfuneralhome.net.

Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Sandy Castlebury; two daughters, Shelly Castlebury and Samantha Hammond and husband Tyler, Burke,

Va.; a son, Rocky Castlebury and wife Marissa, Mt. Vernon; his mother, Ruby Castlebury-Wright, Sheldon; two sisters, Cindy Leonard and Sheila Laning, Sheldon, and a brother, Joe Castlebury, Nevada, Mo. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Ralph Castlebury.

Mr. Castlebury was a lifetime Vernon County resident. He was an elder of the Sheldon Christian Church and served three terms as a board member of the Sheldon School system. He enjoyed a lifetime of loving his family, farming, fishing and watching the Kansas City Chiefs.

MELBA AMBLER LAMAR-Services were held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Daniel Funeral Home for Melba May Ambler, 89, Lamar, who died Sunday, Jan. 5, 2014, at Barton County Memorial Hospital, following a long illness. Burial was in Tolson Cemetery, east of

Sheldon.

Condolences may be shared at www.danielfuneralhome.net.

Survivors include her children, Deborah Ann Ambler, Dennis Ambler and wife Bea and Denise Mankey and husband Daniel, all of Lamar; seven grandchildren, Stephanie Morris, Beth Besendorfer, April Vaughan, Rex Ambler, Max Ambler, Amanda Foster and A.J. Mankey, and nine greatgrandchildren, Allison and Ashlynn Morris, Dashelle Pennell, Chloe Vaughan and Klayton, Isaac, Jacob, Gabriel and Ella Foster.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Norman Hess, and a son, David Ambler on January 9, 2010.

Mrs. Ambler was born Jan. 28, 1924, at Iantha, to John and Vista (Washburn) Hess. In addition to farming alongside her husband Tom, she was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was a natural and loving caregiver for her family and many neighborhood children as well. She tended large gardens throughout the years, preserving the fruits and vegetables and taking pleasure in watching her flowers flourish.

She married Tom Ambler on Dec. 2, 1940, at Bentonville, Ark. They celebrated 57 years together before his passing on Jan. 10, 2008.

MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATIONS The following have filed a marriage license application with the Barton County Recorder’s Office: Brian Keith Miller, 44, Mindenmines and April Dean Armstrong, 45, Lamar.

Bruce Paul Stack, 54, Fort Myers, Fla. and Marsha Marie Hudson, 53, Lamar.

Nathan Grant Gustafson, 23, Greendale, Wisc. and Catherine Nicole Morris, 21, Lamar.

David William Evans, 38, Lamar, and Michelle Frances Belle Greer, 37, Lamar.

Joshua Nathaniel Parker, 18, Lamar, and Jami Blair Hasson, 17, Lamar.

Daniel Albert Tumble-

son, 24, Mindenmines, and Jessica Irene Workman, 25, Mindenmines.

Justin Martin Kimbell, 29, Mountain View, and Carlisa Jean Bryan, 34, Willow Springs.

PROPERTY TRANSFERS General Warranty Deed, filed December 12, 2013. Lonnie J. Engle and Joyce Ann Engle to Missouri Department of Natural Resources: All of the north 600 feet of the west 600 feet of the northwest quarter of section 24, township 32, range 33, Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed December 12, 2013. Opal J. Davis of Barton County, Missouri to Brenton Howarth of Barton County, Missouri: Lot 10 and 40 feet off the entire east side of lot 9 in block 1 of Lakeview Addition to the City of Lamar, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed December 16, 2013. Daniel L. Jenkins and Deborah Jenkins, Bryan Jenkins, Carol Wollard and Johnnie L. Wollard, and Teresa Keller and David Keller to Trevor Tidball and Michael Tidball and Kimberly Tidball: A tract 84 feet of the entire south side of lot 13 of Union Addition to the Town of Golden City, Barton County, Missouri, except 37 feet of the entire east end thereof.

General Warranty Deed, filed December 16, 2013. Kyle D. Kir-

by and Cindy L. Kirby, an undivided ½ interest, and Scott Kirby and Melanie Kirby, an undivided ½ interest to Troy D. Cornell and Melissa A. Cornell: Part of the southwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 14, township 33, range 33, Barton County, Missouri, containing 5.07 acres.

General Warranty Deed, filed December 16, 2013. Dwain Francis and Samantha Francis to John Arlen Parker: The west one-fourth of lot 2 of the northeast quarter, the east half of lot 1 of the northwest quarter, the west 10 rods and lot 1 of the northeast quarter, and lot 2 of the northwest quarter; also a tract beginning at the northwest corner of the east half of the southwest quarter of section 3, thence south 1 ½ rods, thence east 90 ½ rods, thence north 81 ½ rods, thence west ½ rod, thence south 80 rods, thence west 90 rods to the place of beginning, all in section 3, township 33, range 32, Barton County, Missouri.

General Warranty Deed, filed December 19, 2013. Circle 6WMO to Jeffrey W. Peterson

and Melissa R. Peterson: The northeast quarter of the northwest quarter of section 9, township 33, range 33, Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed December 20, 2013. Harold Costley and Rebecca Costley of Barton County, Missouri to Joseph A. Costley and Heather J. Costley of Barton County, Missouri, a tract in the southeast quarter of section 22, township 33, range 30, Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed December 24, 2013. Roberta Braxdale of Barton County, Missouri to Evan G. Clements and Elizabeth D. Clements of Barton County, Missouri: A tract commencing 330 feet east and 350 feet north of the southwest corner of southwest quarter of northwest

quarter of section 19, township 32, range 30, in the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri, and running thence east 190 feet, thence north 160 feet, thence west 190 feet, thence south 160 feet to the place of beginning.

Also, a tract commencing 330 feet east and 510 feet north of the southwest corner of the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter of section 19, township 32, range 20, in the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri, and running thence east 190 feet, thence north 20 feet, thence west 190 feet, thence south 20 feet to the place of beginning.

General Warranty Deed, filed December 31, 2014. James Todd Lovell and Lisa A. Lovell to Ruchika, Inc.: Tract I: see PROPERTY, page 7

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Records/legals December closes 2013 on a decidedly chilly note

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

LAMAR-December is the first month of winter with the starting date on the 21st in 2013. Although only the final 11 days of the month were officially winter, there were winterish days scattered throughout the month. Single digit readings occurred four

times during the month, 7 degrees on the 7th, the month’s lowest reading of 3 degrees on the 10th, 8 degrees on the 12th, and another 8 degree blast on the morning after Christmas. Many people were inclined to write off the month as the cold harbinger of a severe winter to follow. The first few days of January seem to support that view. There

were five days in December that produced temperatures in the 60s with the month’s highest reading of 64 degrees occurring on the 5th. However, that was not enough to push the mean temperature up to the long term average for the month, and the mean turned out to be 31.92 degrees, nearly three degrees colder than the average

of 34.81. As a result, 2013 finished with an annual mean that was 0.17 of a degree below the long term average. That seems to fly in the face of global warming supporters, at least in this part of the country.

January is following the example of December as bone chilling temperatures continue to pound southwest Missouri and

most of 49 states. It has lived up admirably to its reputation of being the most unpleasant month of the year. The full story of January, 2014 remains to be written, something we will tackle in about three weeks or so.

Other aspects of December, 2013 reveal a month of deficient precipitation. Only 0.96 of an inch was measured

at Barton County Electric Co-op, which is the official weather station for Lamar and Barton County. Within that total, there were two and one-third inches of snow.

The total precipitation for 2013 was 46.45 inches, very close to the average annual precipitation of 43.98 inches.

Snow in May provided most memorable event of 2013 weather

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer There were lots of weather occurrences in 2013 that will stick in our collective memory, but none quite as challenging to our senses as the freakish snowstorm that began on May 2 and left a twoinch covering by the time it was measured the following morning. Lamar weather records at the

Democrat are complete from 1948 to the present.

Prior to that year, they are in bits and pieces with the largest amount of data devoted to the drought years of the 1930s. Nowhere in all that meteorological collection can we find any evidence of measurable snow in May. Maybe an occasional flurry, but that is not measurable.

Other than the May surprise, snow was mea-

sured in January, February, and December with the total for the year coming to a fraction over 13 1/2 inches. According to the National Weather Service, that is very close to average. Since 1948, Lamar has averaged 11 3/4 inches of snow per year. Of course, there are wide variations that make up those averages, most notably the Ground Hog Day blizzard of 2011.

close to long term averages, and for the first time in several years produced a yearly mean that was cooler than average. The 2013 mean temperature was 55.59 degrees, 0.17 of a degree below the long term average of 55.59.

Only January, February, June, and September were warmer than average, and if it hadn’t been for a torrid September, our annual mean would have

been even cooler. We escaped triple digit heat and subzero cold. The highest temperature for the year was 97 degrees on July 12, 21, and 22. The coldest occurred in December on the 3rd when the mercury dropped to 3 degrees.

We already know that 2014 has broken the 0 barrier, but the rest of the 2014 weather story remains to be written.

turned. According to the Also injured in the acreport she was wearing cident was a passenger, a safety device and re- Martha R. Moles, 56, ceived moderate injuries. Lawrence, Kan., who

also received moderate injuries. Both were transported to Freeman Hospital in Joplin.

For the entire year, precipitation totaled 46.45 inches, a small surplus of 2.47 inches. There were only four months that were below their averages, July, September, November, and December.

The driest months came at the end of 2013 when November received 1.32 inches, and December produced only 0.96 of an inch.

Temperatures were very

Weather contributes to area accidents According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol a 2006 Kia Sorento being driven by Michael S. Townsend, 49, Jasper, was southbound on I49, three miles north of Carthage, when he ran off the right side of the road and struck a guardrail.

The accident occurred at 11:05 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 5.

Townsend, who was not wearing his safety

device according to the highway patrol report, received moderate injuries and was transported by ambulance to Freeman West Hospital in Joplin. The vehicle received extensive damage and was towed from the scene.

Also occurring on I49, one mile north of Jasper, was another single car accident involving a

2001 Chevrolet Venture van that was totaled. According to the highway patrol report the accident occurred at 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 5, when the vehicle being driven by Tami R Kelley, 36, Lawrence, Kan., was heading southbound and lost control on the snow covered road. The report stated that Kelley skidded off the left side of the roadway, struck the guardrail and over-

Accident report According to the Missouri Highway Patrol report, Kadi J. Jones, 20, Liberal, was taken by ambulance to Barton County Memorial Hospital in Lamar with mi-

Property, continued from page 6 A tract beginning on the Missouri/Kansas state line, 475 feet south of the northwest corner of lot 4 in the southwest quarter

of section 6, township 31, range 33, this point being the south right-of-way line of the Missouri Pacific Railroad, thence in a northeasterly direction along said south right-ofway line of the Missouri Pacific Railroad 855 feet to the north line of lot 4 in the southwest quarter,

nor injuries after the 1999 Ford Taurus she was driving ran off the road and overturned in a creek.

According to the report the accident happened at 10:40 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7,

on Southeast 10th Lane, eight miles south of Lamar, as the vehicle was traveling northbound.

Jones was wearing a safety device. Her vehicle was totaled.

thence east along said north line of lot 4 in the southwest quarter a distance of 250 feet, thence south 30 feet to the north right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 160, thence in a southwesterly direction along the north right-ofway line of U.S. Highway 160 a distance of 1,142 feet to the Missouri/ Kansas state line, thence north along said state line 153 feet to the place of beginning in Barton County, Missouri. Tract II: All of lot 5 and all of lots 6, 7, and 8, except the north 3.5 feet thereof in block 7 of the Clemen’s Coal Addition to the City of Mindenmines, Barton County, Missouri.

General Warranty Deed, filed January 8, 2014. W.J. Farmer and Shirley J. Farmer to William C. Stefan, Trustee of the William C. Stefan Revocable Trust: Tract I: The southwest quarter of section 32, township 31, range 29, Barton County, Missouri; except two tracts, Bowman house and buildings and Keatts property. Tract II: The northwest quarter and the west half of the northeast quarter of section 5, township 30, range 29, Barton County, Missouri; except a tract in the southeast corner of the northeast quarter of said section 5, the Bilson property.

Warranty General Deed, filed January 3, 2014. Anthony Jones and Amber Jones to Jared Nelson and Taylor Nelson: A tract commencing at a point 55 ½ feet south of the northeast corner of block 6 of

Parry’s Addition to the Town of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri, and running thence west 101 feet, thence south 65 feet, thence east 101 feet to the east line of said block 6, thence north 65 feet to the place of beginning; also, all the west part of Gulf Street adjoining the above described property, vacated by city ordinance.

General Warranty Deed, filed January 3, 2014. Jeffrey M. Thieman and Carrie Thieman to Anthony L. Jones and Amber M. Jones: A tract in the northwest quarter of section 5, township 31, range 30, Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed January 3, 2014. Martha E. Andrews and Ronald Andrews of Barton County, Missouri to MKW Enterprises, LLC of Barton County, Missouri: A tract commencing at the southwest corner of northwest quarter of southwest quarter of section 28, township 32, range 30, Barton County, Missouri, running thence east 330 feet, thence north 660 feet, thence west 330 feet, thence south 660 feet to the place of beginning.

Warranty Deed, filed January 8, 2014. Jeff Long and Lourie Long of Barton County, Missouri to Bob Dickey and Dorothy Dickey, and David Dickey and Teresa Morgan as joint tenants of Barton County, Missouri: All of lot 1 of block 3, Waggoner’s Addition to the Town of Liberal, Barton County, Missouri.

Legals IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY STATE OF MISSOURI CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, v.

THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS AND GRANTEES OF

LEVI J. MORROW, III AKA LEVI MORROW, III, DECEASED, and KELLEY MORROW, Defendants, Cause No. 13B4-CV00469 ORDER FOR SERVICE see LEGALS, page 8

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BY PUBLICATION OF NOTICE Upon the verified statement of Plaintiff, it is hereby ordered that the Unknown Heirs, Successors and Grantees of Levi J. Morrow, III aka Levi Morrow, III, deceased be served by publication of notice pursuant Missouri Supreme Court Rule 54.12(c) in the Barton County Lamar Democrat.

Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 18th day of December, 2013. s-Janet Maupin Circuit Clerk By: Amanda Sturgell Deputy Circuit Clerk 12-25,1-1,8,15-4tc TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Patricia J McCarthy married Christ J McCarthy Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed

by Patricia J McCarthy married Christ J McCarthy dated December 23, 2005 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Barton County, Missouri as Document No. 20052399 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 4:55 PM), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of Lamar, County of Barton, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Barton County, State of Missouri, to wit: ALL LOT 8, IN BLOCK 37 OF PARRY’S 3RD ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LAMAR, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, CONTAINING 0.26 ACRES, MORE OR LESS AND SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS OF RECORD AND ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 1100, AS AMENDED. To satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 155349.011514.317916 FC Notice Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed

by Travis W. Russell, dated March 18, 2011, and recorded on March 18, 2011, Document No. 2011-391 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Barton County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on January 27, 2014, at 12:00 PM, at the East Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, Lamar, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash: ALL OF LOT FIVE (5) IN SHARON'S FIRST ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LAMAR, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI., commonly known as 1207 East 10th Street, Lamar, MO, 64759 subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs.

South & Associates, P.C., Successor Trustee First Publication: January 1, 2014.

For more information, visit www. southlaw.com NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose (Casefile No. 162603 / Invoice No. 162603669848).

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI GENERAL DIVISION In the Matter of the Notice of Propose Annexation filed by Consolidated Public Water Supply District No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, No. 13B4 CV00461 Missouri, and the Village of Jerico Springs, Missouri, Case No. 13B4-CV00461 NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: 1. The Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, in conformity with §247.030 has fixed the 3rd day of February, 2014, a regular judicial day of the court, at 1:00 o’clock p.m. as the date and time for a hearing on the notice of a proposed annexation for water service, seeking statutory approval so that public water service might be provided within the corporate limits of the Village of Jerico Springs, Missouri, by Consolidated Public Water Supply District, No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, Missouri. In NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S conformity with §247.040, SALE RSMo., said date is not less For default in the than seven nor more than

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twenty-one days after the date of the last publication of the notice of hearing.

2. For purposes of water service only, if the Court finds it is in the public interest, the corporate boundaries of the Village of Jerico Springs could be annexed into the District, to permit the Water District to provide water service to the inhabitants of Jerico Springs, Missouri.

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The corporate boundaries of the District are as follows: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of Section Six (6), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Thirty– three (33), thence East to the Northeast Corner of Section Two (2), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentynine (29), thence North to the Northwest corner of Section Thirteen (13), Township Thirty-four (34), Range Twentynine (29) thence East to the Northeast Corner of Section Fourteen (14), Township Thirty-four (34), Range Twentyeight (28), thence South to the Southeast Corner of Section Twenty- three (23), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyeight (28), thence East to the Northeast Corner of Section Thirty (30), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyseven (27), thence South to the Southeast Corner of Section Thirty-one, (31), Township Thirty (30), Range Twentyseven (27), thence West to the Northeast Corner of Section Two (2), Township Twenty-nine (29), Range Twentynine (29), thence South to the Southeast Corner of the North Half (N1/2) of Section Eleven (11),

Township Twenty-nine (29), Range Twentynine (29), thence West to the Southwest Corner of the North Half (N1/2) of Section Eleven (11), Township Twenty-nine (29), Range Thirty-one (31), thence North to the Northwest Corner of Lot Six (6) of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) of Section Two (2), Township Twentynine (29), Range Thirtyone (31), thence West to the Northeast Corner of Lot Six (6) of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section Four (4), Township Twentynine (29), Range Thirtyone (31), thence South the Southeast corner of Lot Three (3), of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section Four (4), Township Twentynine (29), Range Thirtyone (31), thence West to the Southwest Corner of Lot Three (3), of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) of Section Six (6), Township Twentynine (29), Range Thirtyone (31), thence South to the Southeast corner of the North Half (N1/2) of Section Twelve (12) Township Twenty-nine (29), Range Thirty-two (32), thence West to the Center of Section Ten (10), Township Twentynine (29), Range Thirty-two (32), thence North to the Northwest Corner of the East Half (E1/2) of Section Three (3), Township Twentynine (29), Range Thirtytwo (32) thence East to the Southwest Corner of the East Half (E1/2) of Section Thirty-six (36), Township Thirty (30), Range Thirty-two (32), thence North to the Northwest Corner of the East Half (E1/2) of Section Thirteen (13), Township Thirty

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(30), Range Thirty-two (32), thence West to the Southwest Corner of Section Seven (7), Township Thirty (30), Range Thirtythree (33), Thence North to the Point of Beginning, EXCEPT the Corporate Limits of the communities of Lamar, Liberal, Jerico Springs, Golden City, Lockwood, Jasper, and Carytown, Missouri.

4. The territory within Jerico Springs, Missouri, to be served if approved, is the corporate boundary of the Village of Jerico Springs, Missouri, which is as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Section Nine (9), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyeight (28), thence North to the Northwest corner of the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼) of the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼) of Section Four (4), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyeight (28), thence East to the Northeast corner of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section Four (4), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyeight (28), thence South to the Southeast corner of the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼) of the Southeast Quarter (SE ¼) of Section Four (4), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyeight (28), thence East to the Northeast corner of Section Nine (9), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyeight (28), thence South 1,546 feet more or less to a point 220 feet south of the centerline of Ash Street if extended,

thence West 1,320 feet more or less to a point 220 feet south of the centerline of Ash Street and 220 feet east of the centerline of Golden Street which point is located on the west line of the East Half (E ½) of the Northeast Quarter (NE ¼) of Section Nine (9), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyeight (28), thence South to the Southwest corner of the Northeast Quarter (NE ¼) of the Southeast Quarter (SE ¼) of Section Nine (9), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyeight (28), thence West to the Northwest corner of the South Half (S ½) of the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼) of Section Nine (9), Township Thirty-three (33), Range Twentyeight (28), thence North to the point of beginning, all in Cedar County, Missouri.

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Exceptions or objections to the proposed annexation may be made by any voter or landowner within the boundaries of the District or within the Village of Jerico Springs.

Said exceptions, if any, will be considered. Such exceptions or objections shall be in writing and shall specify the grounds upon which they are made and shall be filed not later than five days before the date set for hearing. See §247.040.4, RSMo. 6. The name and address of the attorney for the District is Wm. G. McCaffree, 128½ W. Walnut, P.O. Box 244, Nevada, Missouri 64772, TEL: 417-667- 2211, FAX: see LEGALS, page 9

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed

by Tammy D. Deherrera, dated April 13, 2006, and recorded on April 13, 2006, Document No. 2006-635 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Barton County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on January 27, 2014, at 12:00 PM, at the East Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, Lamar, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash: All of Lot Ten (10), in RICE'S SUBDIVISION to the City of Lamar, in Barton County, Missouri, commonly known as 605 Arthur Aull Road, Lamar, MO, 64759 subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of

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Legals, continued from page 8 417-667-6111.

By Order of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri.

Janet B. Maupin, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri By: Amanda Sturgell Clerk of the Circuit Court Barton County Courthouse 1004 Gulf Lamar, MO 64759 Tel 417-682-2444 Fax 417-682-2960 1-1,8,15-3tc

Wednesday, January 15, 2014 •

record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs.

South & Associates, P.C., Successor Trustee First Publication: January 1, 2014.

For more information, visit www. southlaw.com NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose (Casefile No. 78348 / Invoice No. 78348674847).

1-1,8,15,22-4tc IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of: Darrel Ralph Throckmorton, Deceased.

Wm. G. McCaffree, Personal Representative. Case No. 13B4-PR00049.

NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF: Darrel Ralph Throckmorton, Deceased You are hereby notified that

the undersigned Personal Representative will file a Final Settlement and Petition for determination of the persons who are the successors in interest to the personal and real property of the decedent and of the extent and character of their interest therein and for distribution of such property, in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, on January 31, 2014, or as may be continued by the Court, and that any objections or exceptions to such Final Settlement or Petition or any item thereof must be in writing and filed within twenty days after the filing of such Final Settlement. /s/ Wm. G. McCaffree Wm. G. McCaffree, MO Bar #16621 128 1/2 W. Walnut, P.O. Box 244 Nevada, MO 64772 TEL 417-667-2211 FAX 417-667-6111 1-8,15,22,29-4tc NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed

by Sarah M. Thomason and Jeremy E. Thomason, dated November 30, 2009, and recorded on December 1, 2009, Document No. 2009-1577 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Barton County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on February 3, 2014, at 12:00 PM, at the East Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, Lamar, Missouri, sell at public

vendue to the highest bidder for cash: All of the North 60 feet of Lot Four (4), in Block Eleven (11), M.N. Wills 5th Addition, to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri., commonly known as 1706 Poplar Street, Lamar, MO, 64759 subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs.

South & Associates, P.C., Successor Trustee First Publication: January 8, 2014.

For more information, visit www.southlaw.com NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose (Casefile No. 148312 / Invoice No. 148312600777).

1-8,15,22,29-4tc PUBLIC NOTICE The Summary of the 2014 Barton County Budget is available for inspection in the County Clerk’s Office, Courthouse, Lamar,

during hours.

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office AND 252 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHWEST Kristina Crockett CORNER OF THE Barton County Clerk SOUTHEAST QUARTER 1-15-1tc OF NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION Public Notice NINETEEN (19), The Lamar R-1 School TOWNSHIP THIRTYDistrict will hold a Public (32), RANGE Hearing at 7:00 p.m. January TWO THIRTY (30), IN THE 16, 2014 in the Middle CITY OF LAMAR, School Library. This public COUNTY, meeting is to discuss the BARTON MISSOURI, AND opening date for the 2014RUNNING THENCE 15 school term.

1-15-1tc EAST 150 FEET, THENCE NORTH 78 FEET, TRUSTEE’S SALE THENCE WEST 150 FEET, IN RE: Justin P. Weis, a THENCE SOUTH 78 single person Trustee’s FEET TO THE PLACE OF Sale: BEGINNING. SUBJECT For default in payment TO ALL EASEMENTS, of debt and performance AGREEMENTS AND of obligation secured by RESTRICTIONS OF Deed of Trust executed RECORD.

by Justin P. Weis, a single to satisfy said debt and person dated July 21, cost.

2008 and recorded in the MILLSAP & SINGER, Office of the Recorder of P.C., Deeds of Barton County, Successor Trustee Missouri as Document 612 Spirit Drive Number 2008-1051 the St. Louis, MO 63005 undersigned Successor (636) 537-0110 Trustee, at the request of File No: the legal holder of said 138730.020514.317749 FC Note will on Wednesday, Notice February 5, 2014 between Pursuant to the Fair Debt the hours of 9:00 a.m. and Collection Practices Act, 5:00 p.m., (at the specific 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no time of 4:55 PM), at the information concerning West Front Door of the the collection of this debt Court House, City of may be given without Lamar, County of Barton, the prior consent of the State of Missouri, sell consumer given directly at public vendue to the to the debt collector or highest bidder for cash the the express permission following described real of a court of competent estate, described in said jurisdiction. The debt Deed of Trust, and situated collector is attempting in Barton County, State of to collect a debt and any Missouri, to wit: information obtained will A TRACT be used for that purpose.

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Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Sunday, 5 p.m. and Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall, 1104 Broadway. Big Book Study is the second Tuesday of each month. All meetings are nonsmoking.

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Adams named to Southern Economic Development Council’s board of directors tion (CDC), John Adams, has been named to the board of directors of the Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC), headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. Adams will serve a one-year term that started January 1 as the alternate state director of Missouri on the SEDC board. He was nominated for the position by Kevin Welch, executive director of the Joplin Regional Partnership, while both were attending an economic development

John Adams, economic development director of the Barton County CDC, has been appointed to the board of directors of the Southern Economic Development Council, the largest regional economic development association in North America.

ATLANTA, GA-The economic development director of Barton County’s Community Development Corpora-

workshop in Tulsa, Okla. conducted by the SEDC. Barton County is a member of the Joplin Regional Partnership.

Hal Johnson, SEDC incoming board chairman, said, “John Adams is a consummate professional. His experience and leadership will not only help us meet our goals but also continue our efforts in raising the bar for SEDC and our membership.”

SEDC is a 950 member non-profit organization made up of active and influential industrial and economic developers from a broad cross section of institutions, chambers of commerce, and regional and state development agencies. It includes a 17-state area of the southeastern United States extending from Kansas to Maryland to Flori-

da to Texas.

Adams said he was honored by the appointment and added that more importantly it will allow Barton County to have more economic development opportunities while participating in a bigger arena. He said that he will work toward SEDC holding one of its economic development workshops in Missouri, and especially he said he would try to steer the workshop into being held in Joplin.

Adams became the economic development director of the CDC in August, 2012. Prior to that, he spent 30 years in sales and marketing with Fortune 500 companies.

Liberal Christian Church holds Christmas Eve service

By WILLIS STRONG LIBERAL-The Christian Church in Liberal held its Christmas Eve services Tuesday, Dec. 24, 10 p.m., with a large crowd attending. The church was decorated with candelabra and poinsettias, along with other decorations in keeping with the holiday season. The candelabra candles were lit by Payton Morrow before the service began.

Scott Grey, pastor of the church, gave the welcome and opening prayer, followed by lighting of the Advent Candles and Devotion by Chris and Dani Morrow.

Congregational hymns sung were “The First Noel” and “Away In A Manger”, with pianist Gail Shaw and Dawn Arens leading the music.

Haley Page sang a solo. Scripture was taken from Luke 2:1-20 and read by Don Wolf, deacon.

Gail and Lora Shaw played a flute special of “O Holy Night”.

The church’s pastor gave a devotion about the birth of Jesus in the stable.

Everyone was invited to take communion served by Ed Keltner and Howard Holland. Some families were seated together and went forward as a group as they took communion, while others went in small groups.

The lights in the sanctuary were turned out and the congregation’s candles were lit by Keltner and Holland, as the congregation stood and sang the first verse of “Silent Night”. The second and third verse were sung as people exited through the center doors and extinguished their candles.

Taking care of the sound controls was Jason Johnson, with Paul Stebbins in charge of the lighting.

The freezing temperatures finally broke so that children were able to be outside to build some interesting snowmen. This particular one was fashioned by the Torbeck children on E. 6th St.

Assistance, continued from page 1 mission is community development in rural Missouri and improved quality of life for residents. This includes constructing facilities or creating new jobs, but community development also includes providing resources to improve healthcare.

For other examples of USDA investments in rural communities visit RD's interactive web map at http://www.rurdev. usda.gov/RDSuccessStories.html. The map features program funding and success stories for fiscal years 2009-2011.

For further information

about Rural Development programs in Missouri visit the website at: http://www.rurdev.usda. gov/mo.

This use of USDA Rural Development funding is another reminder of the importance of USDA programs from rural America. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack stresses that a comprehensive new Food, Farm and Jobs Bill would further expand the rural economy. He said that’s just one reason why Congress must get a comprehensive Food, Farm and Jobs Bill done as soon as possible.

President Obama’s plan

for rural America has brought about historic investment and resulted in stronger rural communities. Under the President’s leadership, these investments in housing, community facilities, businesses and infrastructure have empowered rural America to continue leading the way – strengthening America’s economy, small towns and rural communities.

USDA’s investments in rural communities support the rural way of life that stands as the backbone of American values.

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