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Wednesday, February 8, 2012

City of Bevier appoints Tyler Hendricks as Emergency Management Director The 20 year old has been a volunteer in emergency situations since 2006

WELCOME TO THE SOUTH EDITION OF THE MACON HOME PRESS! Lewis County Press LLC is excited to be bringing this community newspaper to the residents of Southern Macon County. The Macon County Home Press South will work hard to provide stories from the community and neighborhoods, and also want to hear from you! Since this is the community’s paper, please feel free to send stories of interest.

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BEVIER STUDENT OF THE WEEK

BY KATHY LIEBHART Editor/Publisher kathy@maconhomepress.com

Everyone in Bevier that knows 20 year old Tyler Hendricks knows he is an excellent fit for Emergency Management Director of Bevier. Tyler has been a volunteer fireman since 2006 and first responder for over 2 years.

He is one of many that drop everything to help when emergency situations occur.

The city decided last fall that it would be in the best interest of the citizens to be “Storm Ready” so they took action. Upon appointing an EMD, they have already taken steps to make the community safer and more prepared for the approaching storm season.

“Being Storm Ready will make it a little easier to apply for grants” stated Hendricks. “We received 3 new weather radios and placed

TYLER HENDRICKS

them in the Post Office, School and City Office. I encourage all businesses to purchase a weather radio”.

Being “Storm Ready” requires a yearly training as well as an inspection from the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill every two years.

The city has moved the storm siren to the city park where it can be heard about 3 miles away.

They have also made arrangements for the Catholic and Baptist churches to be opened to the public as storm shelters in case of an emergency.

Hendricks also added that there would be more storm spotters out during bad weather to report any sightings of tornadoes.

OATS visits Jefferson City

BY RITA COX CORRESPONDENT rita1@lewispnj.com

OATS bus riders from Macon County had the opportunity to travel to Jefferson City on Feb. 1 to show their support of OATS and talk to their congressmen and express their feelings about how

the OATS system is essential and depended on by many people in Missouri. The group from Macon met with Rep. Tom Shively and Senator Brian Munzlinger.

Sponsored by the Missouri Public Transportation Association in co-opSee story on page 2A

Photo by Rita Cox

ABOVE - OATS Bus riders from Macon County enjoy a spring-like day in front of the Capitol Building in Jefferson City during Transportation Day held Feb. 1.

LEFT - The Missouri State Capitol Building in Jefferson City was the main stop for OATS riders from all over Missouri on Feb. 1. OATS members talked to legislators about the importance of rural transportation in Northeast Missouri.

DOMINICA PROKUP Dominca Prokup, Senior Parents: Jamie and Janet Prokup Favorite Subject: Accounting Participates in basketball, softball, and track. Is President of Student Council, member of National Honor Society, and member of Art Club and Varsity Club.

Future plans are to attend William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri. She is going to play basketball and run track for William Woods and she wants to major in Special Education with a minor in Physical Education.

GEARING UP FOR BEVIER’S AFTER PROM PARTY It’s that time of year, once again, to think of dresses, dates, flowers and everything to do with Prom. For the After Prom Party Committee it’s a time of planning and fundraising.

The After Prom Party is a fun and safe alternative for the kids to attend.

After Prom ends…the party begins!

The Bevier prom and After Prom Party will be held on Saturday April 21, 2012. This will be the first year the Bevier students will be bused to another town for the After Prom Party, which in years past has always been held at the school.

Immediately following the Prom, the students are given 30 minutes to change into comfortable clothes and board the 2 buses headed for the Chilicothe YMCA. Students MUST be signed in and on the bus no later than 11:30 pm.

Activities at the Y include, racquetball, tennis, game room, pool, hot tub, gym, track, refreshments and prize drawings. The After Prom Party is made possible by various fundraisers held throughout the year and by the generous donations from local businesses and private donations as well.

Donation cards will be mailed out in the next few weeks to the businesses and the response is always overwhelming and greatly appreciated.

These donations help purchase the many prizes for the drawings, refreshments, Y admissions and the transportation this year to and from Chilicothe.

For more information about the After Prom Party, you may contact Trinette Peukert at (660)415-7478. Donations may be made to Bevier After Prom Party PO Box 63 Bevier, MO 63532

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Macon County OATS visits Jefferson City

BY RITA COX CORRESPONDENT rita1@lewispnj.com

OATS bus riders from Macon County had the opportunity to travel to Jefferson City on Feb. 1 to show their support of OATS and talk to their congressmen and express their feelings about how the OATS system is essential and depended on by many people in Missouri. The group from Macon met with Rep. Tom Shively and Senator Brian Munzlinger.

Sponsored by the Missouri Public Transportation Association in co-operation with Citizens for Modern Transit, the event is designed to allow providers and users of public transit to come together to meet with their legislators.

For the past two years, only OATS staff and a

few volunteers attended, but, this year riders had the opportunity to participate in large numbers and communicate what OATS means to them and how rural transportation is essential for residents in northeast Missouri. OATS provided transportation to the Capitol for their riders from all over Missouri.

The mission of OATS, Inc. is to provide reliable transportation for transportation disadvantaged Missourians so they can live independently in their own communities.

Macon County riders told about how the OATS bus enables them to be independent and stay in their own homes. The system

provides transportation to doctor and other appointments, shopping for groceries and household items, hair care appointments and employment. I Traveling on the bus is also a social event, riders share experiences and inquire about friends, family and neighbors. The riders have fun and talk about old times and current events. The pleasant trips usually include an outing to a restaurant.

In many circumstances, some people have no one they can call to help them get somewhere and they don’t want to be a burden to their friends and family.

Rep. Shively said it was important to hear from

the Macon County OATS members, who rely on the OATS system. Shively greeted the Macon County residents and also provided pizza for their lunch.

He said “It is important to get their input and hear their personal experiences.” Shively talked with the group and also posed for pictures with them.

As a not-for-profit public transportation system, OATS buses traveled 15,418,331 miles in 2011 to provide service to 87 counties in the Show-Me State.

The Macon County riders all commented about the people who drive their bus. They said the drivers are always very courte-

ous and helpful. The buses are handicap accessible and the drivers are always there to help them on and off the vehicle.

The group also enjoyed seeing the Capitol building. The Capitol covers three acres in downtown Jefferson City. Inside, the Missouri State Museum has many items of historical significance.

The impressive artwork in the State Capitol includes pieces by Thomas Hart Benton and Sir Frank Brangwyn and is very impressive to view.

For more information about OATS in Macon County, contact the local northeast region office (573) 588-2103.

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Photo by Rita Cox

A group of Macon County residents enjoy their day at the state capitol.

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LOCAL NEWS

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Jennings Mercantile Brenda Jennings has lived in Bevier since a child. She’s been doing hair for over 20 years and now has a new responsibility to keep up with. Brenda has always loved rustic décor and antiques so decided to open Jennings Mercantile.

The business was located in a home until February of last year, until the business burned. About a year later she re-opened downtown. Be sure to stop in and see the merchandise that changes regularly at 211 Macon St Bevier.

Photos by Kathy Liebhart

ABOVE - Jennings Mercantile, which specializes in antiques and rustic decor, is located at 211 Macon Street in Bevier.

LEFT - Brenda Jennings, owner of Jennings Mercantile, also operates The Hair Tree Salon located in the same building.

NE Missouri Livestock Person of the Year Applications due May 1 Applications are now being accepted for 2012 Northeast Missouri Livestock Person of the Year.

According to Bruce Lane, University of Missouri Extension Livestock Specialist, applications are open to residents from any of the following counties in northeast Missouri: Adair, Clark, Knox, Lewis, Linn, Macon, Monroe, Pike, Putnam, Randolph, Ralls, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby, or Sullivan. The individual receiving this award must have made a significant contribution to the livestock industry in northeast Missouri and/ or beyond. Eligible applicants can be producers of livestock, agribusiness personnel, agency personnel, or agriculture researchers. Other parties who have been long-time supporters of the northeast Missouri livestock industry will also be considered. The selected applicant will become a member of the Northeast Missouri Livestock Producers Hall of Fame and will be inducted at a ceremony at the Missouri Livestock Symposium to be held in Kirksville on December 7-8, 2012.

Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 1, 2012. Applications may be found at http://extension.missouri. edu/adair, at the Adair County Extension Center, 503 E. Northtown Road, Kirksville, MO or by calling 660-665-9866.

According to Lane, the successful applicant will be inducted into the coveted Northeast Missouri Livestock Producer Hall of Fame and receive a hand painted 20 x 24 framed oil portrait with plaque.

Call Garry Mathes at 660-341-6625 or Bruce Lane at 660-665-9866 or email lanen@missouri. edu and put LPOY in the subject line for more information.

Paul Lang plang@mofb.com

Danielle Odenthal dodenthal@mofb.com

660-385-5010

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COMMENTARY COMMENT

STUDENT ARTWORK OF THE WEEK

The Simple Things

BY KATHY LIEBHART EDITOR

Wide Open

kathy@maconhomepress.com

In the last few years I have turned a complete 180 degrees. Before that turn, I had an office to run.

Anyone who owns their own business knows that was more than a 40 hour a week commitment. After work, I’d return home still needing to cook dinner, do laundry, and keep up with the house. A woman’s work is never done! Of course when everything was completed it was already time to shower and go to bed so I could start it all over the next morning.

Oh, I’m not complaining, I enjoyed it most of the time… until one day…..

In May of 2009, our first grandchild was born.

It was like a switch being turned on, and I was wondering what in the world I’d been doing. I didn’t want to work weekends or evenings anymore. I wanted to spend all the time I could with that little girl. Time and family are so important, and I wasn’t going to miss it any longer.

When we leave this life, we aren’t going to be remembered for the car we had or what home we purchased. People aren’t going to talk about the clothes we wore or the jewelry we flaunted.

We will, however, be remembered for the time we spent with our family and friends- and for the way

by Tayler Hedworth

LIEBHART we make people feel. I realized that all the important things in life aren’t “things.”

This is the main reason I am so excited to be a part of this new paper. I want you to look forward to opening this paper every week and reading it from front to back. I want to focus on the great families of our community and all the accomplishments, not the down falls.

My goal is to have a paper we can be proud of and to provide something in it for everyone! Please take this an invitation to send items or call to let us known of the simple things in your life. We would love to hear them.

Please send items to: Macon County Home Press, PO Box 65, Bevier, MO 63532, or call me at (660) 346-8808. Our fax number is (660) 7735160, or you can email me at Kathy@maconhomepress.com. I look forward to serving you with our

COIN OPERATED

A Southern Man, A Fishing Pole, and Miles and Miles of Ice

BY JIM COIN Welcome to Coin-operated. What you’re getting ready to encounter in this piece is normal every day adventures, observations and maybe something important ( don’t hold your breath on that important stuff ) from a very abnormal Southern man.

I migrated north to WI for love, big snow and very very cold weather, well ok it was a woman.

From here it looks like old man winter has finally showed up unlike down south. There is a whole new world that awakens when it gets cold and snows. Rivers and lakes all freeze up and Ice fishing is one of the biggest winter past times.

As a fishing fool myself it is very tempting to give it a try, all though walking out in the Mississippi river, where you just had your boat a few weeks earlier, is still a task that I haven’t quit overcome .

Now imagine a 2ft fishing pole, 24 inches of string, a 5 gal bucket and something to cut a hole in the frozen water, like a big hand held drill, and thus the notorious ice hole is born.

If you’re a veteran ice fisherman you might have a plastic shanty ( fishing shack thing ) to keep the freezing cold wind from sending you into the first stage of rigamortis. Are we having fun yet?

Now comes your ice hole and if you’re one of the regulars ,two ice holes , one for fishing and one for beer, very important here in Wisconsin. Now getting the picture? You got a hole drilled in the ice, yes the very ice that’s keeping you from a very cold swim ( if you’re a

guy, very cold water and the male species don’t mix).

Ok, you got your bucket your pole and your ice hole or two and the perfect spot.

Look around… everybody and their ice hole is there too. A Bar-B Q grill and an ice hole, chase lounge and an ice hole, look… someone just backed his car up over an ice hole just a few feet away. What are these people thinking? It’s like they all are hunkering down together to stay warm ,da…. . Should have just stayed home and watched the big bass hole fishing show on TV, I would enjoy the beer a lot better from my couch command post, then fighting the elements on a frozen lake full of ice holes .

When you get a bunch of ice holes together anywhere it can only lead to problems. I guess why I really haven’t tried it is because I fish with lures so I would have to cut me a long strip right up to my ice hole, that just don’t seem right to me. When you do snag one there’s no fight it’s like they just give it up in order to get out of that freezing water.

I agree with them I think I would rather die than fall in a frozen river BRRR….

There is so much more to do in the winter months here, maybe I’ll take up snowmobiling it’s the closest thing to motor cycle riding (which is another one of my passions) that you can do in 6 feet of snow with a temp. of 20 degrees on a good day and a wind chill of minus BRRR… and that my friends is a whole other story. So I guess the moral to my story is stay away from ice holes it just could be the beginning to THE END.

TAYLER HEDWORTH

Tayler Hedworth has been selected as the Bevier Art Student of the Week. Tayler, a junior, is the 17 year old daughter of Val and Joey Hedworth of Bevier. Her art work, “Wide Open,” was created with graphite pencil, color pencil, and charcoal.

What was I Thinking???

It’s so funny to sometimes hear yourself giving “sound advice” to your children. A while back as I was talking with my daughter about getting her carpets cleaned, it reminded me of a time a friend and I had a great idea of how to get rid of the stains on her kitchen carpet, as well as change the color without any expense!

On a Saturday afternoon one summer, I was visiting a very good friend while our husbands were at work. Both of us had small children, at the time. We were discussing her need of new kitchen carpet and lo and behold we came up with the perfect plan that would not only give her the new color of carpet she wanted, but her husband would be happy since he would not have to spend any additional money on the carpet.

“OK, there is no way this can fail” I stated as we were deciding on a new color for her carpet. “All we have to do is buy a few gallons of bleach and a couple of boxes of dye. Once we bleach the carpet out we can then add the dye and Presto, you have new carpet!

Sounded like a great idea to us and we knew it would work because we have changed our hair many times!

We rushed to the store and purchased the items we needed along with some good gloves. Once the bleach and water was mixed, 2/3 bleach & 1/3 water, we were on our hands and knees pouring bleach water all over the carpet and really scrubbing it in.

About 5 minutes is all it took for us to be gasping for some fresh air. We left the kitchen to take a breather and realized it wasn’t just the kitchen, but it was the whole house! At that time, we grabbed the children to get them out of the house. Yes, it was that bad!

Her husband was less than thrilled to have to tear up the ruined carpet and purchase a new one, but her kitchen looked great after it was completed!

The moral of the story….If your wife would like new carpet, just go ahead and get it, you may save her life!

Submited by Kathy Liebhart, Bevier Do you have a “What was I Thinking” moment? Send 400 words or less to: Macon County Home Press PO Box 65, Bevier, MO 63532 or e-mail kathy@maconhomepress.com. You may get to read about it in the next edition!

RECIPES

Reader’s Kitchen

Everyone enjoys trying new recipes. You may find something new to add to your weekly menu. We love to hear from our readers! Please submit your favorite recipe and we will publish it in one of our issues. Mail to Home Press South, PO Box 65, Bevier, MO 63532 Attn: Reader’s Kitchen

CREAMY CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 6 ounces egg noodles 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cr. of mushroom soup 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cr. of chicken soup 1 cup sour cream salt to taste ground black pepper to taste 1 cup crumbled buttery round crackers 1/2 cup butter Directions Poach chicken in a large pot of simmering water.

Cook until no longer pink in center, about 12 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside. Bring chicken cooking water to a boil and cook pasta in it. Drain.

Cut chicken into small pieces, and mix with noodles.

In a separate bowl, mix together mushroom soup, chicken soup, and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. Gently stir together cream soup mixture with the chicken mixture. Place in a 2 quart baking dish.

Melt butter in a small saucepan, and remove from heat. Stir in crumbled crackers. Top casserole with the buttery crackers.

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 30 minutes, until heated through and browned on top.

SWEET & SOUR MEATBALLS 1 pound ground beef 1 egg 1 onion, chopped 1 cup dry bread crumbs salt and pepper to taste 1 cup water

1/2 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Directions In a large bowl, combine beef, egg, onion, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Roll into meatballs about 1 to 1 1/2 inches in size.

In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the meatballs until browned on all sides.

In a separate medium bowl, mix together the water, vinegar, ketchup, cornstarch, sugar and soy sauce.

Pour over the meatballs, and allow sauce to thicken.

Continue to heat until the sauce just starts to bubble.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Bits from Bucklin

by Doris Noah

A dream come true This story really begins in 2007 in the state of New Hampshire. Three members of Sarah Elliott Ramsay and Caleb E. Ginsberg’s family were diagnosed with advance stage cancer. This naturally meant a frightening time of testing for the family. From that occasion until today so many things have happened.

Sarah and Caleb could not help medically so they vowed to help others in a positive way as best they could. They have put their energy and talent to work by providing hope and comfort via “ dreams realized”. They named their organization MOTIVATING MILES, INC and set about gathering funds to make dreams come true for the terminally ill.

The following is an example of the result of their Motivating Miles Inc. group efforts: Meet Dave West a one time resident of Hart, Missouri. Dave now lives in Milton, New Hampshire with wife, Nancy. He has dealt with back surgery, renal cancer and a serious heart surgery requiring a double by pass. At this time Dave is fighting another serious battle; chemotherapy and radiation treatments for advanced stages of cancer in the lung and brain.

It was Dave West’s desire, his dream, to travel to Missouri to visit his parents grave site for one last time. The only other wish he mentioned was not one which can be granted through any organization, he wished to spend more time with Nancy ,his wife of 45 years.

This is where Motivating Miles enters Dave’s life. The group arranged for Dave and Nancy West to fly from New Hampshire to Kansas City, Missouri on January 27, 2012.

A driver, provided by Motivating Miles was waiting at KCI to pick them up and deliver them safely to the home of Dave’s uncle and aunt, Ivan and Eileen Winfrey, in Hart. (Hart is a tiny spot up north and east of Bucklin near the Santa Fe railroad track).

Ivan and Eileen welcomed the West couple and saw they were well cared for. Saturday morning Dave did get to visit the grave site of his parents, E. Ross and Ona West, in the old Bucklin Cemetery just north of the Masonic Cemetery.

Kelly King-Collins from Brookfield Kelly’s Printing and Petals was at the cemetery with lovely floral arrangements for Dave to leave beside their headstone in honor of his parents. Photog-

rapher Darcy Lane from Memory Lane Photography, Brookfield, Mo. was on hand to take pictures.

Bucklin Mayor Don Noah and Commander Leighton Reid from the American Legion Post #57 were available to help as needed .

Alyson Sayre from the Brookfield Chamber of Commerce proved to be a valuable co ordinator as plans were made to get the couple from New Hampshire to Bucklin and back.

Don’t you love happy endings? Well, almost every one does and here is one. As this article was being written Caleb Ginsberg called to say he had just spoken with Nancy West on the phone. She told him the Motivating Miles planning had been superb. It did not cost the West family a penney. Every thing was arranged by the group and then everyone they met in Missouri was as helpful as could be. She thanked the Motivating Miles for in every way possible making Dave West’s dream come true.

Home destroyed by fire On Saturday afternoon, January 28, 2012 the rural home of the Brooks and Mary Koble family was consumed by fire. The Koble family lived at the farm they had purchased formerly owned by the late Ed Banks and Flo Banks up on Apollo Road.

Gratefully no one was hurt however the parents and their seven young children were left with only the clothes on their backs.

Welcome home Larry and Carole Kinnison are back home. Welcome home folks. They spent a couple of months in Texas. Their daughter ,Trisha, and her husband, Ward, live near where Larry and Carole stayed which made it even more pleasant to escape the Missouri winter.

Accidents increase Elsie McNeil fell on ice covered steps at her home a couple of weeks ago. Elsie suffered a broken ankle as a result of that fall. She spent some time in Columbia getting the ankle set and is home again.

Bob Walters was on a ladder when it slipped and as a result Bob suffered a broken left wrist. He has undergone surgery to pin the wrist and is recuperating at home.

Thursday morning, February 2, Mark Williams fell from a ladder while he was at work in Walter’s Garage. Mark was taken by ambulance

to the Pershing Memorial Hospital in Brookfield.

Happy birthday Cy Cy Noah celebrated his 10th birthday with an entire day of activities. Cy played Y basketball at the Marshall YMCA in the morning. Grandparents, Hank and Pat Noah, from Bucklin and Aunt Tara Noah, Chillicothe joined Cy’s family; Craig, Julie, Hank, Tucker and Cooper Noah and attended Cy’s game.

After the basketball game Cy was given his choice of places to have dinner. He claimed you could not beat the cheeseburgers at the bowling alley so the group enjoyed burgers for his birthday dinner at the Marshall Bowling Alley.

They spent the rest of the afternoon bowling.

Cy turned 10 on Jan. 26, but did not celebrate this occasion until the following Saturday.

Company and parties Marj King, Joan Main and Colleen McCollum were among the 18 members attending a Red Hat Ladies luncheon at Tall Paul’s in late January.

Marj King and Joan Main recently attended a birthday party for Doris Cavanah in Marceline at the Pioneer Health Care Center.

Mike Olinger from Shawnee Mission, Kansas and Pearl Olinger from Brookfield were guests in the home of Marj King last Tuesday.

Jimmie ,Tamara and Colton Dorrell from Macon visited Tamara’s grandmother, Marj King, last Sunday.

World Day of Prayer Now is the time to sign up if you wish to participate in the annual World Day of Prayer vigil at the Bucklin Christian Church.

A schedule is posted at the back of the church with some 30 minute intervals still available. There will be someone in prayer in the sanctuary from 7:00 a m till 7 p m. Call Pastor Tim Mitchell ( 695-3656) if you would like more information.

Dates to remember February 12, 2012 the American Legion Auxiliary women are sponsoring a Spa D Dah day.

Make an appointment for a refreshing treatment and hot cup of tea just for your very own pleasure. Contact number is 695-3681 for more information.

February 13, 2012 the Bucklin Community Association meets at the city park. Time of the meeting is 7:00 p m.

February 13, 2012 Our eldest lady in town, Jessie Sappington, adds another candle to her birthday cake for a total now of 93.

February 14, 2012

Don’t forget Valentine’s Day. February 19, 2012 Monthly meeting of the American Legion Post #57 at 6:00 p m.

February 26, 2012 BCA is fixing a fried chicken dinner with all the trimmings. This fund raiser will be at the city park in the community building. Serving from 11:30 till about 1:00. When you support these dinners and other fund raising efforts of the BCA you are supporting the annual homecoming. Note: the dinner is at the community building in the park.

Odds ‘N Ends Did you ever have an amaryllis with six huge blooms? This year the bulb was taken from our basement as usual the first of January. That bulb sprouted in just a matter of days and unbelievable leaves started to grow.

From the first of January till the first day of February it transformed from a brown bulb to a three foot tall plant with six huge brilliant orange blossoms.

There has been an amaryllis on our kitchen window sill every winter for years but never any to compare with this one.

Do you have an item to share with Bits From Bucklin readers? If so please call 695-3600, email dnoah112@gmail. com or just come by our house anytime with your news. Every item is appreciated and just what it takes to make the news newsy.

Peace, Doris Noah Bucklin Christian Church usually has a music program on the 5th Sunday night unless it is a holiday week-end. This January 29th was local talent. It was much like the program that used to follow the fellowship supper on the first Monday night of the month. The fellowship meal is now after morning worship (usually monthly) but the program is no longer held.

So January 29th was sort of a “blast from the past.”

Leroy Miller took suggestions ahead of time and announced the program.

Pastor Tim Mitchell, had the opening prayer. Heath and Eden St.Dennis, Bucklin, played piano duets and solo. Frances Jenkins and Marilyn Dowell, Bucklin, sang a duet accompanied by Johnna Bixenman, Macon. Genny Wright, rural Marceline, sang two numbers.

Gods Garden Church, Brookfield, had three numbers. They were directedby James Jenkins who is one of their Church members.

Charles Hughes, Bucklin, played two numbers on his trumpet. The Bucklin Christian Church choir sang “Come and Dine.” accompanied by Johnna Bixenman, Jana Russon, Goldsberry, played two numbers on her mandolin.

Amy Allen, Brookfield, sang two numbers. To end the program Lily King, Bucklin, sang two numbers. Frank Bolin, pastor of Gods Garden Church, Brookfield had the closing prayer. Good weather made it an enjoyable evening.

Leroy Miller

CELEBRATIONS

Justin Basler Graduates from Marine Corps Basic Training Justin Basler, 20 year old son of Dave and Melissa Basler of Macon, graduated from Marine Corps Basic Training in San Diego, CA on January 27th, 2012. Basic was a 13 week training consisting of 3 phases.

Phase 1 was mental preparedness and drill. Phase 2 was spent at Camp Pendelton and consisted of shooting on the rifle range, where Basler qualified as an Expert Rifleman.

Phase 3 was spent back at MCRD where they practiced final drill and intense physical training. The last week of basic was spent preparing for graduation.

Thursday the 26th of January was family day and the new Marines were able to spend a few hours with their families before graduation. Justin stated “The best part about boot camp was hearing the words “Platoon 1063 Dismissed!” which was spoken by the senior drill instructor.

After a 10 day leave, Justin will head to Camp Pendelton for 3 weeks, then report to Military Occupation School in Fort

JUSTIN BASLER Lee Virginia for Combat Engineering.

Attending the graduation was Justin’s girlfriend, Kailey Jones, parents David and Melissa Basler along with siblings Josh and Madison.

Also attending were Kristen Wagner, Grandparents Shirley Rufener and Larry and Louise Basler, and cousins Deric and Codee Basler.

After graduation the family visited the San Diego Zoo with Justin’s long time friend P.F.C. Landon Bailey, Marine, who is also from Macon and home on leave.

Johnston announces birth of baby boy Ariel Johnston of Moberly, MO gave birth to a baby boy Sunday, Jan. 29, 2012 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, MO. Aiden Zane Lee Johnston was born at 7:30 am at 7 lbs and 20 ¼ in long.

Grandparents are Roger and Mia Johnston of Clarence, MO. Great Grandparents are Roger and Sharon White of Bevier, MO and Jim and Kay Johnston AIDEN JOHNSTON of Clarence, MO.

Rebecca Butner Receives Emporia State University Scholarship Rebecca Butner of Macon, Mo., has received the School of Business Scholarship, Lori Lyn Goertz Hubert Family Scholarship, Anita E. Lee Memorial Scholarship and Accounting Alumni Endowed Scholarship for the 2011-12 academic year at Emporia State University.

Scholarships are helping almost 1,400 Emporia State University students attending classes this academic year. The 2011-12 allocation of scholarship awards, at $1,836,727, is helping support the educational dreams of students in Kansas, 18 other states and 10 foreign countries.

From The Desk Of The Worship Center Please allow me to quote one of the most familiar scriptures in the Word of God. John 3:16: For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life.

Understand we are saved because of the Love of God. God gave his only Son, not one of his Sons but his only. He gave the greatest of all pearls, the best heaven had to offer the lamb without blemish.

The love of God was and is a Gift to the world. Love overcomes selfishness and self centeredness.

In John 3: 16 the word “whosoever” is used specifically, so we can see our unmerited opportunity for salvation. This is a perfect example of the grace of God. It is not God’s Will that we should perish.

II Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. God will go to every length for us, because it is God’s desire for us to be saved, This includes God being long suffering and patient towards us. You are included in God’s plan of salvation. Whosoever will let him come and drink freely the water of life. We were never told to clean up first God is offering us everlasting life The price for this is already paid by Jesus Christ’s blood on the cross.

All that is needed for us to do is to come. The greatest of all promises is found in John 6:37. That scripture states, He that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.” All that is left is that we come to him.

Pastor Ron Thomason

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COMMUNITY NEWS Macon County Sheriff’s Office 2011 Annual Report

Photo by Kathy Liebhart

Brylie Watkins, 2 year old daughter of Jordan and Tatum Watkins, of Bevier, enjoying the 63 degree weather on January 31 2012.

Macon County Sheriff’s Report

February 19– March 20

Look out world! Here Pisces comes. There is nothing you can’t accomplish this week.

Take advantage of every opportunity to add to your repertoire.

April 20– May 20

May 21– June 21

Time to shift gears, Taurus. What works for you doesn’t work for another and you must look for an alternative solution. It isn’t far from hand.

The call to volunteer is strong. Break out of your shell, Gemini, and go for it. A road of activities will entail, and your light will shine brighter and brighter at each turn.

June 22– July 22

July 23– August 22

August 23– September 22

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I was born on February 8, 1969, in El Toro, CA. I played Leo Wyatt on Charmed. Who am I?

I was born on February 9, 1939, in Brooklyn, NY. I cowrote the hit single “You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling.”

Who am I?

I was born on February 10, 1961, in Fall River, MA. I anchor Good Morning America with Robin Roberts.

Who am I?

Happy Birthday!

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Answer: George Stephanopoulos

January 20– February 18

Adventure beckons.

Don’t back down, Aquarius. A change in venue poses new challenges. Creative solutions are at hand.

A new do inspires a new wardrobe.

March 21– April 19

Whoa, Aries. Don’t you have enough on your plate? Do you really think you can take on another task and complete it to satisfaction?

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I was born on February 7, 1978, in El Segundo, CA. I played Sarah on Days of Our Lives. Who am I?

Answer: Barry Mann

December 22– January 19

Beliefs are challenged left and right. Steer clear of the debate, Capricorn, unless you’re prepared to stake a claim and back it up. A deadline is extended.

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I was born on February 6, 1982, in London, England.

I played Molly McCleish in She’s Out of My League.

Who am I?

Answer: Brian Krause

F e b r u a r y

FEBRUARY 5-11

Answer: Kristi McDaniel

01-20-12, 19 year old Michael Wills, of Macon was arrested for a probation and parole warrant. Wills was incarcerated pending his Circuit Court appearance.

01-20-12, a citizen from Atlanta came to the Sheriffs Office and filed a report of stealing by deceit. According to the victim, a person came to the door claiming to be a college student, selling magazine subscriptions and the victim made a purchase in April of 2011. To date the magazine has not been delivered and the victim has not been able to make any contact with the company selling the subscriptions. This appears to be one of many scams designed to steal 01-21-12, a deputy arrested 56 year old Eddie L. Troy, of Macon, for operating a motor vehicle while drivers license revoked. Troy posted a $4500.00 bond.

He was released pending his court appearance.

01-22-12, at 2:44 AM, a deputy responded to a burglar alarm at the Sinclair Mini Mart, on Sunset dr. west of Macon. Upon his arrival he found the back door to the business had been kicked in and the business burglarized. The only items reported missing was an undisclosed amount of money. The investigation is continuing, if anyone has information they are asked to contact the Sheriffs Office.

01-22-12, a deputy responded to a reported domestic dispute in the 27000 bk of St. Rt. K, Macon. As a result of the investigation, 34 year old Angel R. Hartung was arrested for 3rd degree assault. She posted $2500.00 bond and was released pending court appearance.

01-22-12, a deputy arrested 56 year old Russell E. Goosey, of Macon, on a Adair County arrest warrant.

Goosey is charged with DWI and driving while revoked, both felonies. He was unable to post a $25000.00 bond

Here’s some of our Local February Birthdays!

Answer: Alice Eve

The mission of the Macon County Sheriff’s Office is to protect, serve and assist citizens when conditions arise which affect the well-being of the individual or the community. We provide a knowledgeable staff that has a professional commitment to law enforcement, is focused and dedicated to the citizens and communities and uses imagination, innovation and resourcefulness. We strive to provide the highest level of professional law enforcement service possible to the citizens of Macon County by maximizing the current resources available to the Sheriff’s Office. Our mission would be impossible to accomplish without a cooperative effort with our citizens.

The purposes of this annual report is explain to the citizens the operations of my office, provide crime statistics and explain the efforts on our part to serve the public.

Preparing this annual report is just one way of bettering the communication between the public and my office. I hope the information presented here answers questions and gives insight into our operations. All of the department functions are explained in this report. As you will see, our department provides a variety of services.

Patrol Division The patrol division is supervised by Chief Deputy Thomas Skinner. There are 8 deputies assigned to cover the county 24 hours a day. In 2011, the Macon County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1492 calls for service which is an increase of 17% over 2010. In 2011, our office implemented a case management system which resulted in the arrest of 21 suspects for burglary which is a 200% percent increase over 2010; 57 suspects for stealing which represents a 63% increase over 2010; and 79 suspects for drug violations which is an increase of 33% over 2010. Overall total arrests increased 5.6% over 2010. In 2011, the Macon County Sheriff’s Office recovered $29,735 worth of stolen property that was returned to the rightful owners.

Jail Division The Sheriff is required by law to operate a county jail.

Our facility has 28 inmate beds which is an all-male facility. The Jail Division is supervised by Chief Jailer David Moore. There are four full time jailers, which ensure the security of the inmates and monitor the day to day activity, including preparing three meals a day. Pursuant to Missouri Statue 221.070 and 221.122 the county jail charges offenders $35.00 a day for their incarceration.

In 2011, the Macon County Jail processed 877 new arrestees, had an average daily count of 13, and prepared approximately 14,235 inmate meals at an average cost of only $1.33 per meal or $4.00 per day.

Civil, Transportation & Court Security The Sheriff is assigned by law to serve civil processes and execute court orders. Fees paid for this service are collected into the “civil fund”. As Sheriff, I implemented a vehicle purchasing program whereby all vehicles are purchased from the civil fund at no cost to taxpayers.

In an effort to save further money we purchase used – low mileage cars, which have a better fuel economy and a lower purchase price. In 2011, the Macon County Sheriff’s Office served approximately 2,126 court documents, which is a 4% increase over 2010.

CCW Permits The Sheriff is assigned by law the task of screening applications and issuing Concealed Carry Certificate of Qualification to persons requesting applications for a CCW Certificate of Qualification. In 2011, the Macon County Sheriff’s Office issued 153 CCW permits. There are currently 448 active CCW permit holders in Macon County.

For more information on any of the services or programs offered by the Macon County Sheriff’s Office or to schedule a crime prevention program or presentation to your community organization, feel free to contact Sheriff Robert Dawson at 660-385-2062 or email at mcso@cvalley.net.

SPRING-LIKE DAY!

W e e k Your skill set sharpens with some sorely needed training. Your finances perk up with some tweaking of the budget. Way to go, Cancer!

2 Give a little, Libra, and that noose around your neck will loosen significantly. The drama plays out at home, and you have that special someone September 23– to thank.

October 22 A young friend urges you to go green.

Before you dismiss the idea, Leo, consider the impact it will have on your bottom line.

A few pennies saved now will make for a big surplus later.

Forget it, Virgo. You went to that well one too many times. A trusted friend stomps into territory they shouldn’t—let them know gingerly.

October 23– November 21

November 22– December 21

Rats, Scorpio. Your idea pans. Not to worry. You’ll have a better one next time.

The race begins to complete a home improvement project.

The torture comes to an end, as a major project wraps up.

Take everyone out to celebrate, Sagittarius.

A change in guard gives you reason to be hopeful.

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Top Things to Do When You’re Itching to Garden but It’s Too Early to Plant Seeds Vickie Jordan, Magic City Master Gardener

1. Install a cold frame. A cold frame is essentially a miniature greenhouse, and it allows you to plant a little earlier because you can protect the seedlings during cold snaps. Purchase a kit or make a simple cold frame by setting straw bales in a square and placing old windows over the top. On a sunny day, the temperatures inside the cold frame can rise quickly, and on very cold nights, cover the cold frame with a blanket.

2. Add a trellis. Whether it’s covered with climbing roses, morning glories, or even gourds, a plant-covered trellis is eye-catching.

3. Embrace garden crafts. Build a bird feeder, bluebird house, or bat house. Paint some terra cotta pots to complement your house color. A wooden chair with a broken cane seat can be converted into a unique planter by securing a container where the seat was. 4. Sharpen tools. I know, B-O-R-I-N-G, but you’ll be glad you did.

5 Prune trees and shrubs. Fruit trees and summerflowering shrubs are best pruned in late winter, after the coldest weather has passed but before the buds break.

Consult a pruning guide for details.

6. Pull winter weeds. It’s never too early to start weeding perennial gardens. Just avoid walking on wet garden soil — stay on the paths. If possible, apply a thin layer of bark mulch when you’re through.

7. Organize your tool shed and donate extra supplies to a youth gardening program. If you received new tools or supplies over the holidays, set the old ones aside for donating. of them?

8. Buy a tree identification book and learn to recognize trees by their bark and twigs. Not only does it make winter walks more interesting, it also helps hone your botany skills.

9. Make a list of plants with winter interest to add to your landscape this year. Plants with berries, such as holly, winterberry, and viburnum, are not only colorful, they’ll also attract birds.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI In Re: James M. Mitch NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF DECEDENT To all persons interested in the estate of James M. Mitch, 701 Sunset Drive, Macon County, Missouri, formerly of 31662 State Highway 129, New Cambria, Macon County, Missouri, 63558, decedent. The undersigned William J. Carter, Carol D. Burstert, and Robert D. Carter are acting as Successor Co-Trustees under a trust the terms of which provided that

the debts of decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of proper proof. The address of the Co-Trustee Carol D. Burstert is 31917 State Highway 129, New Cambria, Missouri 63558.

All creditors of the decedent are noticed to present their claims to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred. /s/ Carol D. Burstert /s/ William J. Carter /s/ Robert D. Carter Dates of publication are February 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2012

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A GIFT THEY’LL Love

Life today on farms in Northeast Missouri

Life in the Country er the front door opens. It seemed for a moment, that everyone and everything The snow we received last Friday appreciated the beautiful scenery that could be considered the first real snow we seen unfold before our eyes. After of winter. A light winter mix started our visit, it was time to make the trip about 3 p.m. in Bevier and the sur- home. Heading down the driveway I rounding areas. As the evening hours could defiantly tell the snow was heavy passed by I thought that the majority of with moisture and all I could think was, the winter weather may miss us. Turns this is the perfect snow for a snowman. out I was wrong. On my way to my The gravel road was a little slushy, but dad’s house the snow started falling I had no trouble navigating the curves faster. The snow that and hills. I fell that night was like made it to “The snowflakes were so the blackno other I had ever seen before. The snowflakes big that they seem to be sus- top and were so big that they soon found seem to be suspended pended high in the air mak- my full high in the air making ing an ever so gently rocking and coman ever so gently rock- motion back and forth as they plete attening motion back and tion was forth as they fell to the fell to the earth. It seemed, if needed. A earth. It seemed, if I lis- I listened real close, I could car was in tened real close, I could hear a thud as the bigger the ditch hear a thud as the bigger by the old snowflakes plowed into snowflakes plowed into the Rock Tavthe already fallen snow already fallen snow on the ern and the on the ground. I knew highway that I couldn’t see such ground.” was very a majestic sight withsluggish out telling other family and full member in the house to come out and of slush that hours ago I had admired join me. We all stood outside for a mo- falling to the ground. With some keen ment admiring Mother Nature’s work driving skills that I have acquired over in the glow of the pole light. Her can- the years, those of which my husband vas no longer had any color, but instead still does not fully appreciate, we made was shapes of cars, trucks, tractors, it home. Driving down the gravel road and farm equipment covered by a thick that takes me home, my children and I looking white blanket. I told my chil- was looking at the snow that was clingdren that I had never seen snowflakes ing to the tree branches. On the smaller that big before, others agreed with me trees and bushes the snow almost made they hadn’t either. There was no visible them look like they were in full bloom animal movement; even the farm cat with some sort of flowers. Sometimes was nowhere to be found and he is al- it’s the small things that I appreciate. ways looking for an easy meal whenev- That’s Life in the Country.

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LOCAL SPORTS

Bevier Senior Signs with William Woods University

MACON COUNTY R-IV TAKE HOME 3RD AND 4TH PLACE

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Bevier C-4 High School senior Dominica Jean Prokup, daughter of Jamie and Janet Prokup of Bevier has signed a letter of intent to continue her education at William Woods University to participate on the Track & Field Team for head coach Daniel Radkowiec. Pictured above are Dominca and her parents Jamie and Janet Prokup, sitting. Back: Mr. Dill, School Counselor, and Daniel Radkowiec, William Woods University.

The Macon County Raiders received third place in Meadville Tournament beating Hale Cardinals, 64-48. The Lady Raiders finished with fourth place losing to Hale’s Lady Cardinals in a well fought battle, 48-37.

Lady Cats Wipe Out The Tigers

Photo by Samantha Templeton

The Lady Cats listen intently during a time-out in their win against the Keytesville Tigers. Four of the five starters were in double digits, which contributed to their win.

BY SAMANTHA TEMPLETON CORRESPONDENT kathy@maconhomepress.com

After taking home the Third Place trophy from the Keytesville Tournament last Saturday afternoon, the Lady Cats continued their winning streak beating the Keytesville Tigers Monday night 65-37. With four of the five starters scoring in

double digits the Lady Cats were all about team work.

Valle Wilson led the lady cats with her big 23 points, six rebounds, two assists, and four steals.

Dominica Prokup followed with 16 points, five rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Cheyenne Shelmadine had 12 points, thirteen rebounds, and one steal. Right behind her was

Beth Ashenfelter with 10 points and six assists. Alex Fessler had two points and five rebounds. Tayler Hedworth put down two points and tied for most rebounds with thirteen along with one assist. This moved the Bevier Lady Cats Record to 11-6 overall.

The Lady Cats will play at Green City next Tuesday night (2/14) at 6:00pm.

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