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T.A.T.S. fundraiser to be held February 9
A bean and cornbread feed will be held as a T.A.T.S. fundraiser on Monday, Feb. 9, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at Thiebaud Auditorium in Lamar. All wishing to help T.A.T.S. maintain their operations are encouraged to take advantage of this home cooked meal. A delivery service will be set up, or those wishing to dine in are more than welcome. The meal will be all you can eat for a $6 donation to the service. What that $6 gets is a cup of beans or vegetable soup, cornbread, dessert and drink. T.A.T.S. hopes you come out to support the local transportation service.
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By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat When asked by his uncle, Robert “Bob” Wirts, what he wanted to do when he grew up, a young Pat O'Neal informed him, “I want your job”! Wirts was president of Lamar Bank & Trust Company at the time and now a young child's wish has come true. Pat O'Neal was recently named president and CEO of Lamar Bank & Trust Company. Under the bank's succession plan O'Neal will take over for Tom Main, who will continue with the bank as vice chairman.
Lamar Bank & Trust Company is Lamar's only locally owned bank and has been leading the community since 1925. Pat's grandfather, Don O'Neal, was one of the original investors when the bank was originally founded, starting as a cashier and being promoted to president for many years before being succeeded by Wirts. Following Wirts' reign as president was Ray Little, who was succeeded by Pat's father, Jim, who retired in 2005. Evidently banking runs in the family as the O'Neal family has cousins who are bankers in the St. Louis area as well.
Pat O'Neal was recently promoted to president and CEO of Lamar Bank & Trust Company. O'Neal follows in his family's footsteps as he continues his career, while enjoying the benefits of living in Lamar. Steve O'Neal is an executive with Commerce Bank and his brother, Gary, is chairman of Commercial Bank. Before coming to LBT Pat worked in Kansas City in loan review for Commerce Bankshares, from 1995-1998; as a commercial lender for Country Club Bank from 1998-2001 and in correspondent banking at Commerce Bank in 2001-2002. Pat
began his tenure at LBT on April 15, 2002, being hired as a loan officer. Pat remarked that although the family has a history of banking, he felt no pressure growing up to follow in his father's footsteps. He was always secure in the knowledge that no matter what he chose see O'NEAL, page 3A
wins, so each round participants will face an opponent closer to their skill level. At the end of six rounds individuals get awards for the most wins. Ties are broken based on the number of wins their opponent received. Team scores are the total number of wins of the highest four players from a team. Trenton Maberry won every round for a perfect 6-0 on the day. The Tiger Chess team The Lamar High School For those unfamiliar with did well during the early Chess team recently competed Chess tournaments, they are rounds and found themselves in a scholastic chess tourna- separated into six rounds. Each in a three way tie at the halfway ment in Arma, Kan. This was player is assigned an opponent point. “I felt pretty confident in the first time Lamar had com- for each round. As much as our chances at this point” competed in over three years and possible a player’s opponent mented Coach Eckstein, “We Tiger Chess did not disappoint. will have the same number of were tied, but we had more
depth”. The top four from the teams were tied, but the fifth, sixth and seventh best scores from Lamar would still help the team score if they won. Round four and five saw the top teams shift around a lot, with Lamar tied for first with Galena, Mo. and Arma just one point behind. “I called all of my players together before we went into the sixth round and told them how important the last round is. Because of the way pairings work, the last round is where one is most likely to face their equal in skill. I told them they had to be more focused and more determined than the guy they’ll face, no matter what their score is right now. Even if they’re not in the top four, winning the last round is important to me.” While not everybody won the last round most of the team did and the team gained four full points (the maximum possible in one round). With the
“Finding Home” to be LHS Chess team wins local tournament presented at Plaza
“There are millions of children trapped in slavery. They are all searching for home.” The 2014 Global Slavery index states that there are 35 million trafficking victims globally and the income generated is estimated at $150 billion! UNICEF reports that there are 161 countries in the world on the watch list for human trafficking. Rapha House, a public benefit 501c3 nonprofit, headquartered in Joplin, is committed to ending the trafficking and sexual exploitation of children. Flying Treasure Studios, in association with Rapha see PLAZA, page 2A
Cool Collectibles show set for February 14 PARSONS, Kan.-The SKIL Resource Center, Inc., in cooperation with the Shaun Hill Youth Football Camp, is hosting the Fifth Annual Parsons Collectors Show dubbed Cool Collectibles on Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Parsons Municipal Building, 112 S. 17th Street, Parsons. This family oriented, free event is a fundraiser bensee COLLECTIBLES, page 2A
INDEX SECTION A Correspondents......................... 2 Friends & Family....................... 3 Friends & Family/School.......... 4 School/Sports............................. 5 Sports.......................................... 6 SECTION B Records....................................... 2 Records....................................... 3 Legals........................................... 4 Legals/Classifieds....................... 5 Area News.................................. 6
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Officials across Barton County meet to discuss use of mapping system By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer
LAMAR-The state tax commission has informed the Barton County Commission that it must acquire a mapping system to produce aerial maps for the entire county. Virtually every public entity in the county will have some need for use of the system, which is known as a Geographical Information System (GIS). Representatives from those entities met in the Associate Circuit Courtroom, January 26, for an initial session on how the system will operate. Presiding Commissioner Mike Davis led the discussion, and said the equipment will be purchased on a single bid by the county. He added that competition among vendors over the last few years has forced prices down, but the cost is still likely to be between $50,000 and $55,000. There will also be an annual maintenance fee. The state will not assist with the purchase, which brought a comment from some of the assembled officials, “another un-
founded mandate.” The maps that the system produces will not be by aerial photography; they will come from satellite imagery. Davis said the county will own the equipment and the maps produced. Nothing will be leased. The only extra equipment needed to make use of the GIS will be a desktop computer and a printer.
The greatest usage of the GIS will likely be by the county assessor, but the cities of Lamar, Liberal, and Golden City will also find it a valuable tool. Davis said the county was obviously looking to all agencies that make use of GIS to share in its cost. It was agreed that more information about GIS is needed before any bids are sought.
During the session, a telephone call was made to Jim Kyle of the state tax commission for further assistance. He agreed to meet with the group on February 3 at 10 a.m. in the same Associate Circuit Courtroom to field any and all questions. Davis told the meeting that he anticipated advertising for bids for the equipment in about a month.
Truck conversion operation still a viable possibility for Lamar By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer LAMAR-It’s called “E-truck,” and represents a new and unique method of moving freight along the nation’s highways. Instead of diesel powered tractors pulling cargo-ladened trailers, the tractors would look the same but would have a totally different source of power, electricity. The engine and drive train would be removed
and replaced with a generator and electric motor. The conversion kit is patented by Russ Knudsen, who has been looking for a warehouse in which to install the electrical components. One location that has been looked at is Lamar. Knudsen has been in contact with CDC economic development director John Adams on several occasions. Adams says Knudsen is now within $250,000 of raising the funds
necessary to start the project. The first step would be building a working prototype. The needed space for a warehouse to house manufacturing and assembly is believed to be close to 25,000 square feet. If that can be secured, Knudsen has implied that a prototype could be completed in about four to five months. However, Adams notes that location of the facility could depend on where the final $250,000 comes from.
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CORRESPONDENTS Coonfoot & Vicinity By LOUISE OTT
Peeking out the door this early Monday morning I see our dear Lord is blessing us with some wind and sunshine for a change. We had that dreary weather for over a month. Sunshine is truly welcomed. Gary and Judy Nelson, Michael Nelson and Ella Mae Turpen all enjoy dinner at a restaurant on Sunday. Arbry Winans, Ray and Tristan and Nicole Winans and Elvin Winans, Jr. and Durella were visitors of Marie Winans. Sara Payne, Olathe, Kan., spent the weekend with her mother, Louise Ott. We have more fun playing dominoes. Bob Schubert, Stotts City route, visited Sara Payne and Louise Ott on
Saturday. Mike and Guinevere Straw, Columbia, Lonnie and Bonnie, Vanessa and Nathaniel Hudson and Louise Ott and Sara Payne visited George Straw on Sunday. Talk about a smell... when you go to your barn and have a skunk in your trap. That's a smell. I have caught five skunks, five mornings straight. I don't care for the weekend weather forecast – rain and snow mix.
Sheldon By DARLENE SHERIDAN
Another new business had its grand opening on Saturday. Z tanning salon opened at 211 W. Main Street in Sheldon. It is so nice to see these new businesses opening. On January 25, the community came together to raise funds for
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Jim Elderton for medical expenses. A spaghetti dinner and silent auction was held at the Donaldson Center and donations exceeded all expectations. Best wishes to Jim for his next adventure. The Vernon County Democrats held a recognition dinner for Bonnie McCord, Lynn M. Ewing, III, Vickie Erwin and Tammi Beach, who left office in December after many years of service to the county. Jason Kander, secretary of state, joined a large crowd to thank the honorees for their contributions on Sunday afternoon. There is still a lot of illness around, but the warm winter weather is helping to make people feel better. The Sheldon Community Betterment Meeting was held January 26, at the Donaldson Center. Several grants were discussed. Projects such as the trees in the park,
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bandstand improvements and other community issues will be the topics of discussion during the spring meetings. Joel and Ashley McKinney welcomed their baby boy, Jaden, on Tuesday, Jan. 27. Congratulations is also extended to grandparents, Gene and Eileen Leininger, Aunt Erin Leininger and great-grandparents, LaVerne and Helen Leininger.
I am sure there was a lot of yelling and jumping up during the Super Bowl football game last Sunday. At least that was what Eddie always did. I miss him. I missed this last week. Olivia Diefenderfer, Lockwood, will celebrate her 90th birthday today, February 4. Cards may be
sent to Good Shepherd Nursing Home, RCF unit, Room 115, Lockwood, MO 65682. Happy birthday, Olivia. The V.F.W. Post No. 3691 and Ladies Auxiliary met on January 26, at Memorial Hall, for their monthly covered dish dinner at 6:30 p.m. At 7:30 p.m., separate meetings were conducted, with the post meeting in the basement. The ladies met on the main floor, with President Beverly Squibb presiding. The auxiliary are sending their donations to the VFW programs. The annual Christmas dinner was discussed. President Beverly expressed appreciation to all for the help and delicious dishes of food brought in. The post furnished the turkey and ham, with the ladies getting the rolls, drinks, etc. Approximately 50 persons attended the dinner. Guests were the three Voice of Democracy and the three Patriot's Pen essay winners and their
families. Richard Cooper from the Lamar Democrat newspaper was there to take pictures, which were later published in the paper. Sympathy to Gail Leaming on the loss of her husband, Ron. Gail is a correspondent for the Lamar Democrat. I see the Gilkey buildings are gone. I wanted to see them being razed, but couldn't manage it. Smith Bros. Manufacturing, or better known as “Big Smith”, opened for business in Lamar making blue jeans in the building where the bowling alley had been. If I remember right it was 1947. There were around 16 persons hired for work that first day. I was included in that group. I don't recall anyone around besides me that started that first day. If so, call me. Dorothy Haile Todd started soon after the opening. Pray for the safety of our military persons. Until next time....
pan can be reduced down to 1/2 cup (just cook for about 20 minutes on medium heat) and poured over the pears after removing the cinnamon
sticks. For more information on nutrition contact one of the following nutrition specialists: Dr. Lydia Kaume in Barton County,
(417) 682-3579 or Dr. Pam Duitsman, in Greene County, (417) 881-8909. Information is also available online http://extension.missouri.edu.
with dignity. Viewers will see the devastation and heartache of these tragic stories, but will also experience hope and joy as they journey with these young women on a path from victim to survivor. “Finding Home” reminds us that we are all connected in our humanity; that we are all looking
for a place of love, acceptance and community. A place called home. The movie does not have a rating, but it is recommended that young people younger than ninth grade are accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no admission and refreshments may be purchased from the Plaza.
trade with the vendors on site. Vendor tables are available for rent by contacting Dave Sorrick at 620-423-6600. A silent auction featuring memorabilia from the Kansas City Royals, the Kansas City Chiefs and the St. Louis Rams will be held. A raffle of collectibles will also be conducted that day. There will be no charge for admission and parking is always free in downtown Parsons. Concessions provided by the CRO of Hope will be available, including chili
from the contest held earlier in the day. Labette County Tourism is sponsoring this event. For more information visit www.bordertownauctionhouse.com and click on the SHOWS link.
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By MAXINE MORIN
For the health of it: try a fresh pear this winter SPRINGFIELD-Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables is the foundation for a healthy lifestyle, but many fruits are out of season during the winter months. What a delight it is to find fresh pears available in our food markets this time of year. "Pears are one of the most popular fruits in the world, and offer a sweet, juicy, nutrition-packed healthy snack," said Dr. Pam Duitsman, nutrition and health specialist, University of Missouri Extension. A medium pear only contains about 100 calories, is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C. A pear is of course sodium free, fat free, and cholesterol free. "Pears are considered an excellent source of many healthful phytonutrients, and rank high among fruits and vegetables as sources of flavonols, which research shows have antioxidant and antiinflammatory properties," said Duitsman. Flavonols are associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. Selection tips: When selecting a pear at the store, choose only those that are unmarked and unbruised. Give the pear a sniff. Ripe pears will be fragrant and give slightly when thumb pressure is placed at the top of the pear, near its stem. "If the flesh is too soft, the pear may be overripe. Don't use color as a gauge for ripeness," said Duitsman. "Pears come in many varieties and colors, including many different shades of green, red, yellow, gold, and brown. Many fail to change color as they ripen, making it more difficult to determine ripeness." Since pears are very per-
ishable once they are ripe, the pears at the market will often be unripe and will require some special attention. "You can place them in the refrigerator for a few days to ripen, or to speed ripening, place in a paper lunch bag at room temperature for two or three days until ripe. Try to ensure the pears are not touching each other, which will cause rotting," said Duitsman. According to Duitsman, you can then store unwashed and ripe pears in a resealable plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to three days. Pears are good cooked or eaten raw, with or without the skin. If using for baking, choose pears that are fairly firm. There are many different ways to add more fruit, and specifically pears, to your plate this winter. Duitsman recommends adding diced pears to oatmeal or cereal, serving pear slices with a favorite cheese, adding pear slices to sandwiches or quesadillas, eating them fresh with yogurt and on salads, or poaching pears with vanilla bean and cinnamon for dessert. Poached Pears Poaching can give pears a more intense flavor, and allows a more favorable texture for some recipes. A simple way to poach pears: Serves four. Four medium ripe firm pears, peeled, cored and cut in half lengthwise, 1 3/4 cups water, 1/2 cup honey. Cook pears by combining water and honey in a large pan. (If you are serving poached pears, add a couple cinnamon sticks; if using poached pears in another dish, leave out the cinnamon sticks). Arrange pear halves, cut sides down, in a single layer and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Cook for 10 minutes or until tender, basting and turning frequently for an even color. Remove pears from pan. The liquid left in the
Plaza, continued from page 1A House, has recently released a two hour documentary, “Finding Home,” which will be shown at the Lamar Plaza Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 7 and Sunday, Feb. 8, at 1 p.m. daily. “Finding Home” tells the story of three young Cambodian women trapped in sex-traf-
ficking, the story of their rescue and the search to find a place called home. It brings to life the brutal and evil world of modern day slavery. Through three years of filming their post trafficking experiences, filmmaker Derek Hammeke allows these young women to reveal their stories
Collectibles, continued from page 1A efitting the youth of the Parsons area through the summer football camp named in honor of Parsons native and professional football quarterback Shaun Hill of the St. Louis Rams and programs of the SKIL Resource Center, Inc. As an additional attraction the CRO of Hope will host a chili cook-off and the winner will be announced at 11 a.m. Chili will be offered for lunch following the cook-off. Doors open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 14. The chili lunch will be offered between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., at a price of $5 per bowl. The show will continue through 4 p.m. “This is the fifth year of this event in Parsons and we are pleased to team up with Neil Springer to again raise money for the Shaun Hill Football camp and
other projects benefitting the youth of this area,” stated Dave Sorrick, director of development and special projects for SKIL. “We hope to continue to encourage the healthful hobby of collecting and also raise money for local youth activities,” Sorrick added. The one-day show will feature sports cards, memorabilia, coins and precious metals, and video games, as well as other small antiques and collectibles. The public is invited to buy, sell or
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Foot care clinic It’s Girl Scout cookie time! scheduled at senior center A monthly care clinic will be offered at the Barton County Senior Citizens Center. This clinic is sponsored by the Region X Area Agency on Aging and is funded in part by the Older Americans Act of 1965. Proper foot and nail care is one of the most overlooked aspects of personal care among senior citizens. Foot and nail problems go unnoticed many times by others, due to the simple fact that socks and shoes hide any existing problems. Many people are either too embarrassed to ask a loved one for help, or simply don't want to bother anyone else with their personal basic foot care. A lot of people cannot properly care for their nails and minor foot ailments due to a loss of some of their natural abilities such as vision, strength, dexterity and flexibility. The basic services of-
fered at each clinic can be assured that there are no foot problems that are going undetected. This is especially important for people with diabetes and for those with circulatory problems. Clients also receive nail trimming and corn and callous treatment. A cooling aloe vera foot gel is also applied to help condition the skin. All services are performed under the supervision of a registered nurse and there is a $5 suggested donation for this service. Advanced services, which include an aroma-therapy mineral foot bath and a foot massage, are also offered for a nominal additional fee. To find out more information, obtain clinic dates or to schedule an appointment call Stormy Cuba, senior center administrator, at 417-682-3881.
Girl Scout troops from the Barton County area met together on Wednesday, Jan. 14, to hold a Service Unit Cookie Rally for girls from troops No. 61011 (Lamar), No. 70082 (Lamar) and No. 70987 (Golden City). The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the world’s largest girl-led business. Well known for providing one of America's favorite treats, the Girl Scout Cookie Program is a top businesstraining program where girls develop important
skills such as goal-setting, teamwork, money management, advertising and customer service. The Service Unit Cookie Rally helps build excitement around the Girl Scout cookie sale program with a cookie event at the Service Unit level. Girls of all ages were invited to participate in different learning activities. These activities celebrate the five essential skills for girls through interactive stations such as creating cookie chef hats and
O'Neal, continued from page 1A to do in life, his parents, Jim and Bonnie O'Neal, would support him. Bonnie was a much beloved teacher for the Lamar R-1 School District. Pat and his wife, Michelle, an attorney at Hershewe Law Firm in Joplin, have four children, Connor, 13, in seventh grade; Sam, 12, in sixth grade; Victoria, eight, in third grade and Spencer, five, who is in pre-school. When asked if any of his children wanted to precede him he remarked that even though he too would support his children in whatever path they chose, deep down he hopes they want to return to Lamar to work and reside. He laughingly said, “I've got four chil-
dren, so hopefully at least one of them will follow in the family tradition”. Pat, who began his working career for Dan and Bev Arnold at Lamar Super Market, has a deep passion for his hometown of Lamar, especially for the Lamar Tiger football team. Pat, a 1990 Lamar High School graduate, stated that with the recent success that the Tigers have accomplished, it has been a blast and being able to share it with family and friends has made it even more special. Pat is also a 1995 graduate of University of Missouri, where he earned degrees in Finance and Banking and Real Estate. Michelle, Pat's wife of 15 years, is also an MU graduate, so it is only natural they are also big supporters of the Mizzou Tigers. You could probably guess where
promoting cookie sales by making pencil toppers with various cookie slogans. Girls were encouraged to interact and share ideas during the event. Participants also practiced their money skills by practicing making change to customers. In addition, the girls wrote thank-you notes to give to customers during booth sales. The program closed with the Girl Scouts “Friendship Circle” and with the members of
Troop No. 61011 performing their creative, “Would You Like To Buy Some Girl Scout Cookies” song. The theme for the 2015 Girl Scout Cookie Season is, “Lead the Way to Success!” Girl Scouts would like to thank the community for supporting their cookie sales and helping the troops be successful! Booth sales will run from February 13 to March 15, so be on the lookout for your favorite Girl Scout cookies coming soon!
they would like their children to attend college! Pat knew from a young age that he would one day like to return to Lamar to work and rear a family. He also realized that finding a spouse that wanted the same thing would not necessarily be an easy task. Meeting Michelle while living in Kansas City, he knew she was the one, despite being a “city girl” from St. Louis. Michelle has acclimated to small town living and not only loves residing in Lamar herself, but is proud that she and her family can call it home. One of the family's favorite excursions is spending time with friends and family at Stockton Lake during the summer. Needless to say, both Pat and Michelle are extremely active in their children's activities, whatever they may be involved in at the time.
When asked his favorite aspect of the job Pat quickly said he enjoyed interaction, both with employees and customers. He enjoys getting to know more about the customer's business and how the bank might be able to help them. He also commented that he hoped that the bank's employees would think of him as a friend first, and a manger second. Pat said, “It means a lot to be the third generation of my family to be president at LBT”. Having no recollection of his grandpa, Don O'Neal, he enjoys hearing customers that tell him stories and says without a doubt, “I am confident he would be proud of what the bank has become”. And there is no doubt that he would also be proud that his grandson is carrying on the family tradition.
Chess, continued from page 1A “perfect round” Lamar outdistanced all teams to win the first place trophy. “We couldn’t have done it without Trenton”, explained Eckstein. Trenton Maberry won every round for a perfect 6-0 day. A feat that is very difficult since the pairings give participants a tough-
er match every round, as long as they win. The team will travel to Galena, Mo. on February 7, to try to continue their winning ways. Scores: Trenton Maberry - 1st (6 points); Couri Reinholtz - 4th (4.5 points); Caleb Jeffries 11th (4); Grant Smith
- 12th (4); Mac Crossley - 16th (3); Jason Jefferies - 17th (3); Kip Roland - 25th (3); Jasper Messner (2.5); Blake Elam (2); Alex Gardner (2); Justree Laxson (1); Geoffrey Hargrave (1). Teams: 1st - Lamar (18.5 points); 2nd - Arma (16.5); 3rd - Galena (15).
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By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat Cooper Beckett Metzger has arrived! I received the call Monday morning from son Jud that they would be inducing Meghan's labor later that evening, so when I got off work I headed towards Webb City with my bag packed, ready to stay with two-year-old Landon while his mommy and daddy went off to the hospital. For some odd reason her side of the family wanted to be with her, leaving me the job of caring for Landon, who affectionately calls his little brother Cuckoo as he can't say Cooper. Not having a bathtub at home I take every opportunity to soak whenever one is available. Knowing that I was staying overnight, and thinking Landon would eventu-
ally go to bed, I packed my Mr. Bubbles for a nice long soak. It didn't happen! What did happen was that we discovered Landon really, really likes bubble baths! In fact, he liked it so much that he not only had one Monday night, but turned around and had to have another one on Tuesday morning. He was definitely a squeaky clean kid! Tuesday morning, instead of just sitting around and waiting for news on the impending birth of Cooper, I decided to pack Landon up and head to the mall so he could play off some of his energy at the play area there. Evidently it has been quite a while since I have done anything like this, as I completely forgot to bring even one extra diaper, so our excursion didn't last near as long as I would have
liked. At home, Landon and I had a very fun time playing, but if I never see another episode of Peppa Pig it won't be soon enough for me! Give me Belle and Sebastian, Sponge Bob, Tom and Jerry or anything else but Peppa Pig. Not really sure why, but the show really doesn't do a thing for me; however, Landon loves it, so of course we had to have a marathon viewing. I finally got him down for a nap about 2 p.m. and his little brother, Cuckoo, arrived in this world at 3:12 p.m., at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, weighing seven pounds and 15 ounces and measuring 21 inches. Following Cooper's arrival, my next mission was to get Landon around when he did finally awaken at around 5 p.m. (guess I wore him out... yea, right... think it was the other way around!) As I gathered everything together I informed him that we were going to go see mommy and daddy, and to meet his new baby brother. The smile on
Lamar High School releases first semester honor roll The first semester honor roll has been released by Lamar High School. 3.60-4.00 Honor Roll SENIORSAlexander Joseph Beetler, Emily Nichole Bishop, Callie Joy Burgess, Haven Lee Clemons, Jerry Bryce Cobb, Alycia Erin Cole, Victoria Leigh Conkle, Savanah Kay Crockett, Shawntell Nicole Daugherty, Britni Marie Duncan, Jordan Dale Finney, Isabella Jensine Hagen, Trent Jason Hall, Lakin James Hardman, Derek Arthur Henderson, Harley Alyss Hunt, Josie Kay Kaderly, Kimberley Ann Kirbey, Jordan Ruth Lindquist, Chloe Faye Celeste Lodestein, Caleb Ray Luthi. Also, Landon Shawn Maberry, Trenton Allen Scott Maberry, Logan Thomas McArthur, Brett Nicholas McDonald, Tony Ryan Morgan, Ryan Alexandra O'Sullivan, Riley Taylor Phipps, Allen Matthew Pollard, Marissa Pearl Polodna, Anastasiya Ponomarenko, Draven Riddick Rea, John Howard Rice, Caitlin Jewell Schiltz, Brock Tyler Sharp, Thomas Christian Smith, Jerica Dawn Stahl, Baylee Renee Starmer, Chloe Anne Tally, Kinley Shyanne Taylor. JUNIORS- Peyton Roth Bailey, Jamie LaDawn Baird, Jenna Renee Baslee, Danica Paige Bass, Daniel John Brisbin, Sajada Marckhed Burwell, Grace Ellyn Compton, Morgan Riley Cook, Tanner Joseph Darrow, Keegan Chandler Duncan, Rocky Daniel Embry, Colby Alan George, Shelby Lynn Haskins, Zada
Rae Keithly, Morgan Ashley King. Also, Haley Marie Landrum, Reed Harrison Leasure, Kynlee Renee Lehman, Griffen Hughes Leininger, Jeremy Lee Marti, Zoie Elizabeth Mincks, Nicholas Andrew Ray, Kaily Logan Reinert, Kinley Delaine Roth, Kaelyn Paige, Kelsey Fay Taffner. SOPHOMORES- Cassidy Ashlyn Beem, Olivia Grace Boice, Kayli Sue Cole, Jesse Alexander Compton, Bethany Delane Culpepper, Grace Elizabeth Dunlap, Alyssa Paige Fanning, Hunter Ryan Gepner, Hattie Margaret Gilkey, William Connor Hagen, Luke Travis Hardman, Alician Kay Humes, Jason Thomas Jeffries. Also, Brady Scott Luce, Nathan Eli Luthi, Nathaniel James McConnell, Brianna Nicole Miller, Carmen Elena Miller, Trey Matthew Mooney, Allison Nadine Morris, Courtland Reinholtz, Kip Archer Roland, Kelli Jo Sheat, Grant Joseph Smith, Kelly Madison VanKirk, Jessica Marie White, Anthony Steven Wilkerson. FRESHMEN- Thomas Wayne Ayers, Hayden James Bartholomew, Darrah Kaylen Bartlett, Kara Alexis Beshore, Morgan Grace Brisbin, Seth Riegel Fullerton, Macie Lynn Graves, Tre-Vaughn Douglas Greer, Caleb Seth Jeffries, Parker Matthew King, Natassgia Lynn Kirkwood, Kelsi LeAnn Lawrence, Eleanor Grace June Lodestein. Also, Ethan Robert McAfee, Emily Nicole
McCaslin, Jasmin G Kellysue Messner, Dakota Wayne Miller, Katelyn Maleah Mooney, Garrett Thomas Morey, Lauren Paige Morgan, Natalie Nicole Nance, Danielle Nicole Null, Megan Olivia Schlichting, Jacob Thomas Shields, Jacey Bayne Stahl, Brooklynn Michelle Thornton, Kira Lynn Williams, Jensen Michelle Worsley. 3.00-3.59 Honor Roll SENIORS- Alicia Nicole Browning, Ethan Browning-Parcell, Erica Renee Cleveland, Holli Linn Colin, Hunter Kale Davis, Colton Divine, Taylor Renee' Fanning, Caleb Alan Fischer, Hannah Jo Francis, Branden Wade Gordon, Katelyn Joann Gotcher, Karsen Jean Hull, Zane Michael Hull, Erika Jade Jeffries, William Benjamin Kluhsman, Emily Beth Kremp. Also, Makayla Mariah Marshall, Chad DeLos McKibben, Trenton James Mooney, Kaden Michael Overstreet, Kenneth Paul Reinert Jr., Whitley Dawn Scarberry, Nichole Dawn Sinnett, Angus Richard Sprenkle, Bethany Viola Swartz, William Douglas Tennal, William Tripp Tucker, Chad Everett Wehrly, Shawn Douglas White, Dawn Nicole Wiegel, Peyton Lee Williams, Firuz Sabralievich Yogbekov. JUNIORSMelodia Dawn Berry, Baylee Paige Claypool, Alexandria Lee Cleveland, Rylee Dalton Cunningham, Brynn Nicole Fanning, Alexander Dante Gardner, Lincoln Henry Kaderly, Abigail see LAMAR, page 5A
Landon's face as he sat on his momma's lap, along with the baby, could have lit up the sky. It was love at first sight and as the evening wore on not only did he want to hold the baby, he was trying to feed him potato chips. It was interesting though, to see his little mind trying to wrap around the fact that Coo-
per, who was in his mom's belly, was the same baby she was holding. I'm still not sure if he has come to terms with that yet. In the meantime, grandson Kobyn will have a surprise awaiting him when he comes down next weekend. Last he knew baby Cooper wasn't going to be born until February 2, which is a whole differ-
ent story as I attempted to explain Groundhog's Day to a nine year old! Sounded pretty bizarre... Wonder how long it will take Cooper a/k/a Cuckoo to realize what a crazy, nutty, fun, loving family he has been blessed with? I know he is definitely a gift from up above and that God is good all the time!
Dear Editor: If one pays any attention to the justice system that is supposed to be working in the U.S., it has to be very amusing and disturbing at the same time. There are those who believe the government is broken and may not ever function properly again and they could be right! The legal system is broken and will take years to correct if possible at all. The jails are overflowing, one must commit murder to be committed to a jail for more than a few days, and then it may take years to get a decision or even a hearing before a judge or jury! Rulings of guilt and/ or money to be paid back are simply overlooked and basically the guilty party can say “stick it” and nothing is done. There are many changes that should be made and could be made; however, changes are not welcomed by judges and attorneys, the reason being primarily “job security”! A person told me only this week that they felt the death penalty should include those found guilty of dope dealing! My reply was, it sure would make more jail space! How long will the public put up with this broken system? The court can, for instance, award you a million dollars, but it is up to you to collect it and that could cost you a million and a half! You can have a tenant move out, owing you any amount of money, assuming the court finds in your favor you still don't have your money and may never get it unless you pay another attorney more than the amount you are owed.
“It is a joke”. Let's be honest and face it, it is slightly better than no system at all, but our legal system as a whole is dysfunctional. This is not only my opinion, but the opinion of many others, just ask around! Probation is the answer for everything in today's legal system. A lot of roads could be repaired with the money spent on coddling criminals and a dysfunctional justice system. Don't blame the sheriff 's department or the police department, it does them no good to make an arrest, only to have them set free or only have their hands spanked! Bill Head Greenfield
been very expensive for districts to develop standards based evaluation systems. Teachers would have been required to teach to a test out of Jefferson City. Teacher tenure would have been severely limited. Let's look how Senator Emery's district voted. (Barton County – 18 percent for, 82 against) (Vernon County – 22 percent for, 78 percent against) (Bates County – 18 percent for, 82 against) (Cass County – 26 for, 74 against) (Henry County – 25 percent for, 75 against). Should the vote of the people matter to Senator Emery? Senator Emery pre-filed a bill last December that resembles Amendment 3 in many ways (SB27). He did this one month after the solid defeat of Amendment 3. SB 27 basically is Amendment 3! SB 27 removes local control from school boards and would eliminate teacher tenure while requiring districts to base a teacher's pay on student performance with standardized testing. Yes Amendment 3. It must also be said that Saint Louis billionaire Rex Sinquefield and his group pushed Amendment 3 spending millions of dollars. I must ask this question, who does Senator Emery represent? The people who live in his district and elected him or billionaire Rex Singuefield? Senator Emery, for democracy's sake withdraw SB 27 and listen to the will of the people you represent. Walter Cochran Nevada, Mo.
Letter to editor
Dear Editor: My educational background has taught me that we live in a Representative Democracy. The people elect representatives to federal, state and local levels of government to represent them. Missouri State Senator Ed Emery (Rep., 31st Senatorial District) represents five (5) counties in Missouri. The counties include Barton, Vernon, Bates, Cass and Henry. Missouri voters soundly defeated Constitutional Amendment 3 this past November by nearly 70 percent of the vote. Amendment 3 did not pass in any county in the state. Statewide, the amendment failed 1,100,628 votes (76.43 percent) to 339,422 (23.57 percent) votes in favor. Constitutional Amendment 3 would have eroded local school board control. It would have
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SCHOOL/SPORTS First semester honor roll posted by Liberal Middle School LIBERAL-Liberal Middle School has posted its first semester honor roll. All A Honor Roll EIGHTH GRADEMary Bean, Delaney Miller, Kynli Wolf. SEVENTH GRADE- Sierra McCuistion, Brandon Overman, Taylor Ray. SIXTH GRADE- Macy Bean, Gracie Bott, Gunner Miller, Jenna Perry, Molly Stebbins, Bethany Vore, Kayli Wolf. A-B Honor Roll EIGHTH GRADEMelanee Beaman, Windie Becker, Toby Dingman, Dalton Hendrix, Faith McThompson, Will
Niffen, Jessica Roby, Bryant Rose, Colby Selvey, Weston Sprenkle, Colton Stacey. SEVENTH GRADEYvette Cruz, Corey Harney, Kyle Henegar, Kendall Krueth, Cailee Lake, Maria Peterson, Lastazia Selman, Sydney Shaw, Colton Slinker, Olivia Willis, Cameron Wilson. SIXTH GRADEJacee Barthelme, Max Dingman, Hailey Gruver, Destiny Horton, MyKayla Kennedy, Rowdy Myers, Bryson Overstreet, Paige Walker, Delaney Wentland.
Kailie Collins, daughter of Johnathan and Jessica Collins, is the sixth grade Student of the Week at Lamar Middle School. Kailie enjoys swimming, reading and spending time with her family. She has a dog that is ¾ wolf and ¼ malamute. Kailie enjoys having an annoying brother that she loves dearly.
Trey Evans, son of Rodney and Cathy Evans, is the seventh grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Trey likes to go to the basketball court at the park or play video games. When he has spare time he plays basketball, baseball and football. He has an Australian Shepherd.
Coby Haggard, son of Nick and Carrie Renfro, is the eighth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Coby's favorite sport is football. His favorite food is ice cream and his favorite hobby is fishing.
First semester honor STAR Students of the week roll relesed by Jasper Junior High School JASPER- Jasper Junior High School has released its first semester honor roll. A Honor Roll EIGHTH GRADEHadley Atnip, Brittany Ball, Caleb Brown, William Chaffin, Bailey Danner, Katelyn Dockery, Kelly Dockery, Kaylee Jo Flynn, Laura Huber, Kierstin Johnston, Salvador Loyola, Aden Sisseck, Brianna Willet. SEVENTH GRADEAnnika Anzjon, Levi Braker, Wyatt Braker, Hallie Corle, Alyssa Dunfield, Madelyn Gastel,
Kristy Holliday, Jared Rinkenberger, Katheryn Smith, Nickolas Stark. B Honor Roll EIGHTH GRADEChristopher Barker, Jonathan Kohley, Mason Lillard, Nancy Medrano, Blaine Mikell, Maddison Perry, Kolby Rutledge, Destiny Stewart, Krystal Swearingin, Leeah Walker SEVENTH GRADEErin Atnip, Nicholas Colley, Colton Crews, Rebecca Gaskins, Kayne McNeely, Paten Neher, Sydney Webb, Alora Wilkie.
Lamar, continued from page 4A Chinook Lee, Thomas James Mayfield, Megan Ryann McManis, Kirsten Danielle Medley, Cabree BriAnn Miller, Todd Ryan Morrow, Jackalynn Lee Neher, Derek Scott Parker, Chelsea Adelaide Schiltz, Jenna Suzanne Waggoner, James Wayne White. SOPOHOMORESJohn David Allen, Angel David Arias Contreras, Tyren Matthew Beam, Sabetha LeAnn Born, Brooklyn Jane Davey, Sophia Rae Davis, Hailey Marie Donahue, Olivia Renea Fanning, Alexis Lynn Gartman, Katelynn Dalene Marie Hill, Alecia Marie Janelle Jacobs, William Dalton Jeffries, Keegan Ray Jones, Noah Howard-Mathew Jones, ShyAnn Kay Jones, Brynna Jade Lee, Dava Marie Lewis. Also, Bryce Edward Mason, Nathan Carroll McArthur, Christian James McCarthy, Jasper Messner-Cunningham, Destiny Monea Nappi, Samantha Yvonne Null, Kyler Matthew Overstreet, Tanner Coltan Phipps, Devyn Cameron Ray, Danielle Dawn Riley, Christina Michelle Ruth, James Michael Ruth, Destiny Marie Sparks,
Brayden Lee Stephens, Samuel Ray Timmons, Cassi Rae Walters, Matthew Todd Whyman. FRESHMEN- Sierra Elise Alford, Ashley Bell Allen, Michael Dale Baggs, Josiah Sheyne Begley, Sierra Grace Born, Brandy Rae Brooks, Sierra Dawn Brooks, Mikayla Lea Burchett, Ani BreAnn Crockett, Dacy Marie Crockett, McKade James Crockett, Shyloh Blu Divine, Laneston John Fanning, Nicholas Ryan Gardner, Madison Nicole Gloodt, Jazlyn Ivy Griffitt, Daniel David Herrera, Taylor Laurece Inman, Arianna Marie Leivan, Cooper Ryan Lee Lucas. Also, Hades Blane McCaslin, Stuart Walker McKarus, Chase Douglas McKibben, William Thomas Medley, Taylor Jaylee Messner, David Aaron Moenning, Kelsie Michelle Morgan, Chance Dean Rea, Karen Magaly Rivas, Rangsima Au Sariam, Ronald Joseph Schiltz, Mark Venable, Logan Jack Williams, Rebecca Lyn Williams, Megan Kate Wilson, Charles Windham.
STAR Students at Lamar East Primary for the week of February 2 are, third row, left to right, Preston Newsom, Darionna Robinson, Alex Wilkerson, Aiden Sheat; second row, Layne Cearnal, Wyatt Blackford, Aliciah Sheriff, Rowan Parks, Ricky Sewell; first row, Alex Davis, Lilley Cummings, Brooklyn Livingston, Macey Parker.
Tigers top Bulldogs 80-40 By CHRIS MORROW
LIBERAL-The Lamar Tigers put together a big second quarter to pull away from the Liberal Bulldogs Tuesday en route to an 80-40 victory. Lamar led 17-7 after one, but a long jump shot by freshman Matt Dugan helped the Bulldogs cut the deficit to single digits. Cade Spencer followed with a pair of free throws, but then the Tigers went on a 17-2 run. Ben Kluhsman hit a 10-foot jumper and post player Trenton Mooney snatched an alley-oop and dropped it in the basket. Tripp Tucker's conventional three point play put the Tigers up 34-13.
Homecoming royalty crowned at Jasper
Chris Morrow/Lamar Democrat Seniors Jonny Davis and Haley Bennett were crowned 2014-15 Jasper High School homecoming king and queen Friday night prior to the Eagles contest with the Diamond Wildcats.
Nicholas Ray nailed a three pointer late in the half, followed by a pair of free throws from Tucker and a pair from Mooney as the Tigers led 43-17 at the break. Mooney led the team with 14 points and nine rebounds. Tucker and Brett McDonald each added 12 points. McDonald also had nine rebounds. Kluhsman and Lakin Hardman both chipped in with 10 points. The Bulldogs fought back with 16 points in the third period, but the Tigers reasserted themselves in the fourth quarter to put the game away. The Bulldogs will host Jasper next Tuesday. Lamar will host Cassville Friday night.
Golden City Homecoming royalty crowned
Chris Morrow/Lamar Democrat Seniors Brock Friesenborg and Georgette Brubaker were crowned 2014-15 Golden City High School basketball homecoming king and queen prior to the Eagles contest with Miller Friday night.
Sheldon senior recognition and homecoming SHELDON-Sheldon R-VIII High School will host Senior Night on Thursday, Feb. 5, 8 p.m., for 14 graduating seniors on the girls and boys bas-
ketball teams. The school will also hold its homecoming on Friday, Feb. 6., with coronation to be held at half-time of the boys basketball game.
Homecoming candidates include senior Beth Spencer, to be escorted by senior Jacob McCartney; senior Victoria Pitcock, to be escorted by sopho-
more Nick Taylor; junior Marissa Rector, to be escorted by Micah Swanson and junior Logan Lamb, to be escorted by junior Deavon Jacobs.
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Lady Tigers take third at Stockton By CHRIS MORROW
more guard Alyssa Fanning led the team with 22 points, including two three pointers. Senior Ryan O'Sullivan also hit a pair of three pointers on her way to 20 points, matching her game high in Thursday's semifinal loss to the host. Monday the four seeded Lady Tigers defeated Greenfield in first round play, with O'Sullivan helping to lead the way. Her perfor-
mance in the tournament earned her all tournaSTOCKTON-The Lament honors. mar Lady Tigers poundThursday, the Lady Tied Butler 72-48 in the gers battled back from third place contest of the a 42-33 deficit entering Stockton Tournament the fourth quarter only Saturday. to lose to the host 58-57. After trailing 19-18 afStockton went on to deter one period of play, feat Springfield CathoDale Patton's team fired lic in the championship back to take a 34-28 lead game on Saturday. by the half and kept up O'Sullivan got the scorthe assault the remainder ing started for Lamar of the contest. Sophowith a put-back. Late in the first quarter she dribbled through traffic, pulling up and hitting an eight foot jumper. Lamar trailed 12-8 at quarter's end. Early in the second quarter O'Sullivan came up with a steal in the back court and dribbled down the floor, delivering a no-look pass to Katelyn Mooney who scored. O'Sullivan's three pointer cut the deficit further to 17-14. However, Stockton's prowess on the offensive glass helped them to a 28-21 halftime lead. A bucket late in the third quarter by freshman Darrah Bartlett kept Stockton's lead to single digits going into the fourth quarter. A pair of three pointers by Fanning and O'Sullivan pulled Lamar within Lamar senior Ryan O'Sullivan turned four. O'Sullivan brought in a terrific performance in the Stockton Lamar within three at 49Tournament, earning all tournament honors. 46.
Lamar's Kara Beshore dribbles the ball hard to the basket during the Lady Tigers loss to Stockton in the semifinal of the Stockton Tournament Thursday night. With 1:39 to play Stockton led by five, but Patton's team refused to go down without a fight. Bartlett connected on a pair of free throws to make it a one possession game, 53-50. Fanning
converted a traditional three point play to bring Lamar within two at 5553. With 13 seconds to play freshman Kara Beshore hit two free throws to tie the game at 57, but a Lamar foul in the waning
seconds put Stockton at the line and a free throw gave the host the lead and the game. Fanning finished with 11 points and Shelby Haskins chipped in with 10.
LHS girls swim at Parkview Lady Tigers top Liberal Valkyrie Invitational
LHS swimmers competing in the Parvkiew Valkyrie Invitational were, front row, left to right, Kaelyn Sturgell, Carmen Miller, Grace Compton, Nichole Sinnett and Jensen Worsley; back row, Jenna Baslee, Kayli Cole, Isabella Hagin, Grace Dunlap and Harley Hunt. After the Lamar High School Girls' Swim Team warmed up with the AllRelay meet on December 2, 2014, the team returned to Springfield on December 6 for the inaugural Parkview Valkyrie Invitational, named for the mythological Norse female warriors. Lamar placed fifth out of 12 schools, scoring 135 points and losing to Joplin by only one point. Poplar Bluff won the meet, with Summit Prep coming in second. Other teams in attendance were Monett, Smith-Cotton (Sedalia), Harrisonville, West Plains, Marshfield, Hillcrest, Parkview and Greenwood Academy. The 400 yard Free Relay team of Carmen Miller, Nichole Sinnett, Kaelyn Sturgell and Grace Compton earned medals and 24 points for their third place finish. The 200 yard Medley Relay team of Sinnett, Miller, Sturgell and Jensen Worsley placed fifth, earning 20 points. The 200 yard Free Relay team of Compton, Harley Hunt, Grace Dunlap and Jenna Baslee finished seventh, earning 14 points. Individually, Sturgell earned two medals for finishing fourth in the 50 yard Freestyle and sixth in the 100 yard Butterfly. Worsley also earned two medals for finishing sixth in the 100 yard Freestyle and fifth in the 200 yard Freestyle. Also earning two medals was Miller, who finished fifth in both the 200 yard Individual
Medley and the 100 yard Breaststroke. Several earned individual points, although placing out of medal range. Hunt earned points for finishing 11 in the 500 yard Freestyle and 12th in the 50 yard Freestyle. Compton finished ninth in the 100 yard Freestyle. Sinnett, a senior, finished
seventh in the 100 yard Breaststroke and ninth in the 100 yard Backstroke, earning points in both. Coach Nancy Adams was pleased with the girls' performance, believing that for so early in the season the girls were doing very well. Lamar's next meet is a dual meet at Monett.
LIBERAL-The Lamar Lady Tigers relied on stingy defense through the first four minutes of the second half, while they heated up offensively as they increased their lead to double digits and went on to win 42-24 at Liberal last week. Alexys Barton's free throw broke the scoring drought for the home team halfway through the third quarter. Lamar freshman Darrah Bartlett had a couple of buckets late in the quarter. A three pointer at the buzzer by MaKayla Fry set the score at 31-21 heading into the fourth quarter. Alyssa Fanning Liberal sophomore Alexys Barton puts up a shot got the scoring over Lamar's Jessica White and Darrah Bartlett during started for La- the Lady Tigers win at Liberal last week. mar in the fourth quarter. Senior Ryan victory. 8 Conference match-up O'Sullivan added a bas- The Lady Tigers are on Valentine's Day. Libket later as the Lady scheduled to play at eral will host Saint Mary's Tigers held on for the Mount Vernon in a Big Colgan Thursday.
Ryan O'Sullivan chosen as Breakdown of cost at BCSC Player of the Game By JEREMY “JAY” AUGUSTA
Lamar High School senior Ryan O'Sullivan was part of the Lady Tigers basketball team that took third place in the Stockton Tournament on Saturday, Jan. 24. PrepcastsKCMW, who broadcast the basketball webcast featuring the game between Lamar and Butler Bears, selected O'Sullivan as the Player of the Game for her effort in leading the Tigers. Prepcasts-KCMW recognized O'Sullivan for leading the team in scoring, doing a great job of handling the point for Lamar and controlling the offense and games, as well as grabbing several rebounds to help the Tigers' effort. Ryan is the daughter of Casey and Aimee O'Sullivan, Lamar.
The biggest objection as to why somebody has not joined the Barton County Strength Club (BCSC) is often the price. Let's do some math. If you are on the year program you pay about $80 a month. You are able to come to the gym six days a week and some people even come twice a day. What that breaks down to is about $3 for a session with with personal trainers. Somebody who shows you correct form, helps to set you up for success with nutrition, programs workouts to give you the best results and is always thinking about your future success. These are not workouts that are thrown together because they simply look fun or just wanna burn calories. These are programed in a way they work hand and hand with each day, to help you per-
form at your best and to get you in the best shape and as healthy as possible. There is legitimate science behind how the workouts are programed, with years of research supporting the methods. You are guaranteed that each and every time you walk in the gym you get your $3 worth. What BCSC charges isn't much, especially if you Google the costs of other gyms like BCSC and even those not like it. In addition to having trainers, you will become a part of a motivating
and encouraging family where everyone is on the same path to better health and quality of life as you are. Starting BCSC, I had to pick one of two options; either do it for the money or do it to help as many people as possible. The choice was easy, which is why the price is so low considering the extreme quality of training. Besides the price at BCSC, you are not simply a member, but a part of a motivated and supportive fitness family where you are never alone.
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Chamber of Commerce holds quarterly meeting
Lamar Democrat/Melissa Little City and county officials fielded questions from the audience during the Barton County Chamber of Commerce’s quarterly membership meeting. LAMAR-A large number of members and their guests gathered in the fellowship hall of Lamar Family Ministries, January 22, for the quarterly membership meeting of the Barton County Chamber of
Commerce. Officials from the cities of Lamar, Golden City, and Liberal were present along with the Barton County Commission. Questions had been solicited in advance to submit to
Reviewing industrial prospects in 2014 LAMAR-The Community Development Corporation of Barton County (CDC) is a member of the Missouri Partnership and the Joplin Regional Partnership. Both of these organizations keep in close touch with projected new business start-ups or expansions. The information they gather about the needs of these projected new businesses or expansions is then passed on to the entities who are members of these partnerships. The CDC is a member of both. At an annual summary of economic development activity during 2014, Economic Developer John Adams presented to the CDC board of directors a list of the projects he had contact with. There were two in February including an industrial manufacturer. Six prospects surfaced in March including a rail tank car refurbishing operation for the BNSF Railroad. Interest in a Barton County location was sufficient to merit a site visit on June 13. A call center was a prospect in
April that needed two acres with a building of 50,000 square feet. Its estimated employment was nearly 500. A smaller call center was a prospect in November. Another November prospect was a battery manufacturer in need of two acres of ground and 50,000 square feet of floor space. Adams estimates that approximately 20 percent of the prospects ultimately made site visits. How many of them have made a commitment to a specific site is not known. He says the best location the CDC has to offer is the acreage located behind, or west, of the Walmart Supercenter. It has access to federal and interstate highways and to the main line of a railroad. Also, it is available. Attracting business and industrial prospects is highly competitive. That is why the CDC is a member of the Missouri Partnership and the Joplin Regional Partnership.
Ordinance committee recommends no change in street parking LAMAR-At the beginning of the city council meeting of January 19, Ione Chancellor addressed the council about a frustrating situation across the street from her residence at 509 Broadway. A tractor-trailer rig is parked there on weekends. She claimed it obstructed her view in that direction, at times kept the engine running for extended periods filling the air with diesel fumes, and was a danger to children. Mayor Keith Divine assured
on 20th Street. It has already been sold to Rocky Higgins for the expansion of his business, Higgins Pallets. The city has an agreement with Higgins that it can remain in the old building until the new one is ready for occupancy.
A look at the ages of our population, city and county The Missouri Economic Research and Information Center (MERIC) can tell us innumerable things about ourselves if we just look into their files. This time let’s look at the various age groups in our population. The figures used by MERIC come from the U.S. Census Bureau and the American Community Survey. For the city of Lamar, MERIC estimates our population is 4,539, very close to the 2010
a question about building a community center, said the city already has a community center, but it’s not under one roof. He cited such examples as the city park and its baseball diamonds and Thiebaud Auditorium. Both candidates for mayor of Lamar spoke briefly. Tom Shields said he wanted to set a goal for attracting new businesses, and added that he hoped to try again in the fall for a grant to build badly needed senior housing. Kent Harris said the city needs to have a five-year plan for resurfacing streets, and believes strategically located wells is a viable option for improving the quality of the city’s drinking water. He concluded that he felt is was appropriate to open city council meetings with a prayer. The chamber concluded the meeting promptly at 1 p.m. as planned.
Three main options for non-spousal IRA beneficiaries
By CHRISTOPHER A RUNION, CPA If you’ve inherited a traditional IRA from someone other than your spouse ‒ say, an elderly parent or grandparent ‒ you may be overwhelmed at first. But once you collect yourself it’s important to review all your options, taking your per-
sonal circumstances into account. Although a non-spouse beneficiary doesn’t have the same flexibility as a spousal beneficiary (i.e., you can’t roll over funds into your own account), you still have three main options. 1. Withdraw funds over five years. If the deceased owner is under age 70½, you can take up to five years to empty out the IRA, beginning in the year following the year of death. Under the usual IRA rules you’re taxed at ordinary income rates in the year distributions are received. 2. Take out RMDs under your life expectancy. Normally, a taxpayer must begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) from an IRA after age 70½. Assuming you’re younger than the deceased IRA owner and RMDs have not begun, you can take RMDs based on your own life expectancy, resulting in smaller annual RMDs. To
qualify for this “stretch IRA” option you must establish an IRA beneficiary distribution account by December 31 of the year after the year of death. 3. Take a lump-sum distribution. When it suits your purposes you can cash in all the IRA assets. Of course the full amount is taxable in the year of receipt, so this will likely result in higher tax than if distributions had been spread out over several years, especially if you’re bumped into a higher tax bracket. What happens if you do nothing? If RMDs have not begun you must deplete the account within five years, as described in Option No. 1. Better idea: Explore your options and make a well-informed decision. The information contained in this column is of a general nature and should not be acted upon in your specific situation without further details and/or professional assistance.
OATS Transportation Inc. receives Walmart donation
her that the city would examine the situation. That examination occurred, January 29, when the council’s Ordinance Committee met to discuss the matter. The committee collectively sympathized with Mrs. Chancellor’s frustration, but did not feel it merited any change in city ordinances. The committee reached a consensus in issuing the following statement. “This is not an ongoing problem that warrants a new ordinance.”
New Street Department building almost finished LAMAR-”We will probably be into it next week,” said City Administrator Lynn Calton, Friday afternoon, when describing the new Street Department building under construction on North Jackson Street. The city needs more space than it had in the old building
the panel of officials. The questions touched on such topics as the absence of guard rails on the west side approaches to the new First Street overpass, the need for a spec building to attract new business, resurfacing
needs on the south end of Gulf Street, and water quality. Community Development Corporation (CDC) Economic Development Director John Adams confirmed that the absence of a spec building is a hindrance to attracting new businesses. He attributed four prospects passing over Lamar and Barton County in recent months due to the lack of a spec building. However, Lamar City Administrator Lynn Calton countered that Lamar’s spec building went unused for so long that it was virtually given to Lamar Enterprises. Late in the hour long meeting, candidates for office in the April election spoke briefly. Gary Whitson, who is a candidate for another term on Liberal’s board of aldermen, said the greatest problem facing Liberal is repair and maintenance of its infrastructure. Mike Hull, responding to
figure that appears on our city limits signs. Of that total, 8.4 percent are under the age of five years. That is significantly greater than the entire state of Missouri, which has only 6.4 percent. So, we are producing a greater population rate of growth per capita here in Lamar than the state of Missouri. However, it levels out when you look at the
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In December, 2014, Walmart Supercenter in Lamar donated $500 to OATS Transportation, Inc. Featured from left to right are, Craig Hackney, OATS bus driver, formerly of Liberal and presently from Lockwood, Walmart Manager Kristi Mein, Della Mayhugh, Lamar and Ona Mae Winship, Bonnie VanKirk and Lucille Walmoth, all from Liberal.
Rural Hospital Group hired as consultants to BCMH A meeting of the Barton County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees was called to order by Chairperson Karen Wegener on Friday, Jan. 23. Other members in attendance were Tom Shaw, Jill Purinton and Mike Vaughan. Also present for the meeting were CEO Wendy Duvall, Director of Nursing Marlys Buckner, Director Quality/Risk Management Eden Ogden and Director of Human Resources Sheila Heckmaster. Guests present were Chief of Medical Staff Dr. Hopkins, Larry Arthur and Dennis Davis with the Rural Hospital Group (RHG), Dr. Wilson, Chad Moore and Keith Frieling. Arthur and Davis began their presentation with their group's history of working with Criti-
cal Access and PPS hospitals. They discussed hospital and home health agency closings that are based on government actions. The two explained that the next two years are projected to be a critical time for rural hospitals. Arthur, who believes that BCMH can survive going forward, proposed a drill down to a granular level, focusing on internal factors within board control. He also stated he could provide three forecasts: 13 week, two year – month by month and five year on an annual basis. He stated that he believed once the board went through the process, the bondholders would be more willing to restructure the debt. He also stated that he had contacted UMB on the hospital's behalf and the trustee
was applauding the board's decision to look at this process. Arthur stated the bond documents may be able to be amended to enhance improved compliance. The board was assured by Arthur that he had experience negotiating with USDA. Davis stated that with trustee permission, a redacted copy of another hospitals' report could be furnished to the board. Bill May, Al Arrowood and John Ross, CPA will perform the hospital assessment and prepare the BCMH report. The timeline and fees for the Rural Hospital Group to complete the project were discussed. Following their presentation the board members stated that
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MABLE BEATTY WILL CELEBRATE HER 88th birthday on February 9. Cards can be sent to her at P.O. Box 134, Lamar, MO 64759. OAKTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH will hold its annual bean and soup supper on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come out and enjoy homemade soup, beans, cornbread and desserts. The church is located at 318 S. Hwy. J. THE JASPER SURVIVING SPOUSES will meet Wednesday, Feb. 11, 11:15 a.m., for lunch at the Senior Citizens Center. A valentine party will be held, along with Bingo. Bring a story of one valentine you remember. THE LAMAR ART LEAGUE WILL MEET Thursday, Feb. 5, 10 a.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library in Lamar. Anyone interested in doing art is welcome. Bring something to work on and a sack lunch. For information call Donna Holt at 417-398-2614. THE BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY BOARD of Trustees will meet Tuesday, Feb. 17, 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. T.A.T.S. WILL HOLD A BEAN AND CORNBREAD feed on Monday, Feb. 9, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at Thiebaud Auditorium in Lamar. A delivery service will be set up or individuals may eat in. The cost for all you can eat is a $6 donation to T.A.T.S. THE BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY WILL be closed Monday, Feb. 16, in observance of Presidents’ Day. They will reopen Tuesday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m. THE BARTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will be closed Monday, Feb. 16, for Washington’s Birthday holiday. Home health will be on call at 417-682-3363. CHRISTIAN WRITERS FELLOWSHIP MEETS the first Saturday of each month from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at the Girard Public Library, 128 W. Prairie, Girard. This is a nondenominational group of beginning and experienced writers. For information visit their website at www.christianwritersgirard.org. DOROTHY CATO WILL CELEBRATE her 95th birthday on February 12, a date she shares with Abe Lincoln. She would love to receive a call or card at 406 E. 3rd Terrace, Lamar, MO 64759. MISSOURI CORN GROWERS ASSOCIATION District 4 Winter Corn Meeting will be held Tuesday, Feb. 17, at Thiebaud Auditorium in Lamar. Registration will be held at 10 a.m., with a 10:30 a.m. start. For information call Lori Schulte at 573-893-4181. WEIGHT WATCHERS IS NOW IN LAMAR, with meetings to be held ever Monday night at the north entrance of the old bowling alley. Weigh-in starts at 5 p.m., with the meeting to begin at 5:30 p.m. THE RETIRED EDUCATORS OF THE BARTON County Area will meet Wednesday, Feb. 4, at the Lamar First Christian Church. Stormy Cuba, senior citizen’s center director, will be the guest speaker. Breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m., with the business meeting to begin at 9 a.m. Remember to bring non-perishable items for Nathan’s Place. BARTON COUNTY MU EXTENSION will hold Private Pesticide Applicator’s training on Saturday, Feb. 7, 9 a.m., at the Barton County Extension office. Cost for the pesticide manual is $15. This training is for producers of agricultural commodities, 18 years or older, wishing to renew or receive their private pesticide applicator’s license in order to buy and apply restricted use chemicals on their own land. License holders need to renew their license every five years. To register call the Barton County Extension office at 417-682-3579. DADE COUNTY EXTENSION WILL HOLD the I Heart MU Extension Run on Saturday, Feb. 28, 8 a.m., at the American Legion Hall in Lockwood. The cost for the 5k is $20 in advance or $25 the day of the race. The one mile is $15 in advance or $20 the day of the race. Contact 417-637-2112 or scheidtjk@missouri. edu for a registration form.
BIRTHS Gage Linden Eggerman
Gavin Russell Eggerman
Gage Linden Eggerman arrived on December 20, 2014 at 11:19 p.m. He weighed four pounds and seven ounces and was 17 ¾ inches long. Gage is the son of Lee and Kara Eggerman, Lockwood. He and his twin brother, Gavin Russell, were welcomed home on January 10, 2015, by big brother Lucas, age 6 and big sister Addison, age 4. Gage's maternal grandparents are Robert and Marilyn Selvey, Lamar. His late maternal great-grandparents were Gene and Reba Selvey, Liberal and Dr. Alvin Russell Cain, MD and wife Trula Cain, Lamar. Paternal grandparents are Leland and Linda Eggerman, Lockwood. Paternal great-grandparents are Cleo and Olga Eggerman, Lockwood and Lucille Wolf, Liberal and the late Linden Wolf.
Gavin Russell Eggerman arrived on December 20, 2014, at 11:23 p.m. He weighed four pounds and 13 ounces and was 19 ½ inches long. Gavin is the son of Lee and Kara Eggerman, Lockwood. He and his twin brother, Gage Linden, were welcomed home on January 10, 2015, by big brother Lucas, age 6 and big sister, Addison, age 4. Gage’s maternal grandparents are Robert and Marilyn Selvey, Lamar. His late maternal greatgrandparents were Gene and Reba Selvey, Liberal and Dr. Alvin Russell Cain, MD and wife Trula Cain, Lamar. Paternal grandparents are Leland and Linda Eggerman, Lockwood. Paternal great-grandparents are Cleo and Olga Eggerman, Lockwood and Lucille Wolf, Liberal and the late Linden Wolf.
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DEATHS & PAID MEMORIALS
RICHARD “DICK” CROUCH
SAN DIEGO, Calif.-Arrangements for the cremation and internment at Fort Rosecrans are being made under the direction of the Telophase Cremation Society for Richard “Dick” Crouch, who died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, at his home in San Diego. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barton County Historical Society or the Barton County Senior Citizens Center. Survivors include a son, David Crouch and wife Mary, Brea; a daughter, Susan Crouch and a son, John Crouch and wife Beth Ann, all of San Diego. Mr. Crouch was born Sept. 17, 1923, in Asbury, Mo., to Palmer and Roxa (Beamer) Crouch. He was a graduate of Lamar High School and the University of Missouri. He served as a Navy fighter pilot in World War II and the Korean War. He also worked as an aerospace engineer. He married Jerri Brown on Dec. 31, 1951. She died in 2007.
DOROTHY MARIE BOEHNE
She was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister. Mrs. Boehne was born March 2, 1921, in Dade County, to John and Hulda (Bartling) Newcomb. She was a Lockwood High School graduate, where she excelled on the girls basketball team. She worked in banking for many years. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. She loved quilting and playing cards. She married William H. “Buck” Boehne on May 29, 1940, in Lockwood. He preceded her in death.
HENRY “DELL” EHRSAM DENTON, Texas-Private military services will be held at a later date for Henry “Dell” Ehrsam, Denton, 78, who died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015, following a brief battle with cancer. Survivors include his wife, Marlene Ehrsam and children Pam Swirczynski and husband Rick and daughter Stacy and son Tony Ehrsam and wife Jackie and sons Preston and Brandon Ehrsam, all of Denton; a sister, Lauralee Stump and husband Robert, Golden City, Mo. and a brother, Larry Ehrsam and wife Jean, Lamar, Mo. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jesse Jr. and Richard Ehrsam. Mr. Ehrsam was born April 27, 1936, to Jesse and Dorothy Ehrsam. He was a 1953 graduate of Golden City (Mo.) High School. He served 24 years in the Navy, retiring in Denton in 1979.
LOCKWOOD-Services were held at 11 a.m. Friday at Immanuel Lutheran Church for Dorothy Marie Boehne, 93, Lockwood, who died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015, at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home. Burial was in Lockwood Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Lockwood Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church, Good Shepherd Nursing Home or Lockwood American Legion Post No. 372. Online condolences may be shared at www. greenfieldfuneralchapel. com. Survivors include two sons, Don Boehne, Springfield and David Boehne, England; three grandchildren, Michael Boehne, Liberal, Debra Douglas, Springfield and Blake Boehne, Eng- WILLIAM EDGAR land and four great- THORNSBROUGH grandchildren, William Boehne, Matt Boehne, Ja- William Edgar Thornscob Douglas and Kristin brough, age 69, Born July Douglas. 21, 1945, passed away
January 25, 2015 at Land Mark Hospital, Joplin, after an acute illness. He was preceded in death by his parents Willard and Meredith Thornsbrough, one sister Sally Rowley, two grandchildren Michael Lenard and Dan Jones; two great grandchildren Jadyn Shutters and Apollo Coleman. He is survived by four sisters, Beverly Rigoulot, Dianne Goodwin, Charlotte Pagett, Janie Brown and one brother Willard Thornsbrough. Thirteen children, Lana Dunagan, Michell Shutters, Marlee Lenard, Billiejo Jones, William Thornsbrough Jr., Anthony Thornsbrough, Meredith Thornsbrough, Patricia Brazeal, Elizabeth Turnbull, William K. Thornsbrough, Leisa Garrison, Stephanie Thornsbrough, Amy Thornsbrough. Grandchildren, Gary, William, Robert and Bobby, Natasha, John, Bobby, Clifford, Joshua, David, Reba, Mitchell, Matthew, Melissa, Sarah, Pamela, Harold, Gwendalynn, Krista, Tristan, Jessica, Mason, Andre, Tara, Calie, Anthony, Cody, Tommy, Zackery, Kymber, Ciceleigh, Tearra, Christopher, Brendon, Cassandra, Sadie, Caleb, Jade, Austin, Victoria, Adam, Dennis, Jacob, Destinee, Cheyenne, Christina, Christopher, Ebony, Christopher and sixty seven great grandchildren.
BILLY ALLEN BECK SHELDON-Services were held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada for Billy Allen Beck, 83, Sheldon, who died unexpectedly
on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015, at Moore Few Care Center in Nevada. Rev. Jerod Lamb officiated. Burial was in Sheldon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and the Sheldon Baptist Church, in care of the funeral home. The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www.ferryfuneralhome.com. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Beck; his children, Audie Beck and wife Judy, Sheldon, Veronica “Kelly” Gerken and husband Neil, Nevada and Chad Beck, Lamar; grandchildren, Casey Frydrychowski, Melissa Reinel, Brittany (Beck) Hardy, Renae Beck, Trisha Taylor, Pammy Weaver, Max Baxter, Justin Baxter, Tasha Baxter, Clint Gerken, Monica Gerken, Savannah Beck and Caleb Beck; several great-grandchildren; his daughter-in-law, Gina Beck, Anderson and other family members and many friends. He was preceded in death by his eldest son, Lonnie Allen Beck, on Sept. 13, 2014. Mr. Beck was born Sept. 12, 1931, in Kansas City, Mo., to William Floyd and Velma Una (Umphrey) Beck. He was reared in the Drexel area and was a 1949 graduate of Drexel High School. He served in the United States Air Force from 1951-55. While in the military he received instruction in hydraulic aircraft maintenance at Chanute Field, attaining his second stripe as Airman Second Class for maintaining the highest grade point average in the class. He then taught aircraft hydraulic systems for the next three years, including F-80, T-33, F-97 and F-86, while also teaching basic electricity (AC and DC). He was stationed in Japan for a time during see DEATHS, page 3B
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Deaths, continued from page 2B the Korean Conflict. After his military commitment, he returned home to farm and also began employment with the United States Postal Service in Drexel. He later became the post master in Sheldon, where he worked from 1972 until retirement in 1990. He was a member of the Sheldon Baptist Church and the Sheldon American Legion No. 175. He loved bluegrass, but his favorite pastime was long walks with Barbara.
Kan., to Cyrus and B.J. (McCall) Townsley. After graduating from Wichita South High School he served in the U.S. Navy. He married Jerri Soma on Aug. 25, 1988, in Lamar. As a master electrician he owned and operated Preventative Maintenance Systems for many years and was currently working for Sugarcreek in Pittsburg, Kan. He enjoyed fishing and golfing at Lamar Country Club, but his favorite pastime was Kansas Jayhawk basketball.
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for four years with the Conservation Department in Jefferson City. She also worked in St. Louis and Springfield, before returning to Golden City. She worked at Cooky’s Cafe until Leon Billingsley asked her to be secretary at the Golden City School District. She retired in 1994 after 39 ½ years as the secretary to the superintendent and board of education. She was a member of the Civic Club and the First Baptist Church in Golden City.
ningham and a son, John Winningham. Mr. Winningham was born Dec. 6, 1934, at his family’s home in Dade County, to Frank and Ella (Evans) Winningham. He married Darline Anderson on March 25, 1954 and they made their home in the Jerico Springs area. In addition to being a lifelong farmer, he delivered propane for more than 35 years. An avid outdoorsmen, he enjoyed working on the farm and hunting and fishing with his sons and grandchildren.
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LIBERAL-A memorial service will be held in Oklahoma at a later date for Dusty Irwin, 66, Liberal, who died Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, at Medicalodges of Frontenac, Kan. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home, Lamar. The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www. konantzwarden.com.
ANNA BELLE BASKETTE
LAMAR-Services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, at Daniel Funeral Home for Lance Townsley, 58, Lamar, who died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015, at his home, with his family by his side. Burial, with military honors, was at Lake Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Research, in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be shared at www.danielfuneralhome.net. Survivors include his ex-wife, Jerri SomaTownsley, Lamar; two daughters, Colee Townsley-Grubb and husband Sean, Joplin and Chelle Gardner and husband Mark, Lamar; a son, Joey Garringer and wife Jenni, El Dorado Springs; his mother, B.J. Gonzalez, Moran, Kan.; a sister, Sandra Drake and husband Daryl, Moran, Kan.; a brother, Billy Townsley and wife Celia, San Diego, Calif. and four grandchildren, Jill and Brody Gardner and Trevyn and Tayah Garringer. He was preceded in death by his father, Cyrus; his stepfather, Ray Gonzalez and grandparents, Wayne and Thelma McCall. Mr. Townsley was born March 7, 1956, in Iola,
GOLDEN CITY-Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Pugh Funral Home for Anna Belle Baskette, 92, Golden City, who died at 9:35 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015, at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Lockwood. Memorial contributions may be made to the I.O.O.F. First Christian Church Cemetery, in care of the funeral home. Survivors include a daughter, Sue Hines and husband Royce, Golden City; a sister, Beth Bastin, Jasper; grandchildren, Curtis Hines and wife Jennie, American Canyon, Calif. and Tiffany Erickson and husband Dan, Carthage; greatgrandchildren, Justyn and Caitlin Hines and teven Erickson; a nephew, Robert Bistin and wife Kathy, Golden City and a niece, Robyn McDowell and husband Bill, Jasper. She ws preceded in death by a brother, Robert Seeley. Mrs. Baskette was born Nov. 28, 1922, southwest of Golden City, to William Dodge and Clris (Cook) Seeley. She was a 1942 graduate of Golden City High School. After attending a few months of business school in Carthage, she was employed
Survivors include a son, Bobby Cooper; a daughter, Tonya LaRiviera and her companion, Donald Lee Walker, Liberal. She was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Tina. She was born Aug. 19, 1948, in Ft. Scott, Kan., to Leroy and Alamae (Garrison) Cremer. She had worked for the Parson’s State Hospital for many years and then in various other occupations. She enjoyed going to church, as well as her family.
Physical resurrection By REV. GALEN FRIEDRICHS Grace Lutheran Church
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GERALD WINNINGHAM GOLDEN CITY- Services will be held at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday) at Daniel Funeral Home for Gerald E. Winningham, 80, Golden City, who died Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015, at Freeman West Hospital. Burial will be in Greenfield Cemetery, near Jerico Springs. Memorial contributions may be made to Greenfield Cemetery, in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be shared at www.danielfuneralhome.net. Survivors include his wife, Darline Winningham, of the home; two sons, Wayne Winningham, Carl Junction and Mark Winningham and wife Cherylon, Carthage; a sister, Connie Montgomery and husband Max, Jerico Springs; three sisters-in-law, Loraine Sanders, Arlington, Texas, Nadine Perkins and husband David, Roscoe and Patsy Baker and husband Bill, Lincoln, Neb.; a brother-in-law, Andy Anderson and wife Debbie, El Dorado Springs; three grandchildren, Jessica Manke and husband Carl, Crystal Winningham and Tyler Winningham and wife Hannah and four great-grandchildren, Ethan, Dalton, Tate and Johnny. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Willie and Earl Win-
The gospel writers are very careful to present the physical resurrection of our beloved savior. Matthew records that on the morning of Jesus’ resurrection the women of Galilee who had watched His burial on Friday, after visiting the empty tomb Sunday morning, were met by Jesus. When they met Jesus they grasped His feet and worshiped Him (Matt 27:55-56, 28:9). Luke records that on the evening of that day Jesus appeared to His disciples and announced to them, “Peace to you.” While the disciples were perplexed and afraid, Jesus showed them His hands and feet, then to further reassure them He ate honey and fish in their presence and invited them to handle Him and see (Luke 24:3643). John records the same incident telling us that when He appeared to His disciples He announced to them, “Peace to you,” and showed them His hands and feet (John 20:19-23). A week later when Thomas was with them, Jesus again appeared to His disciples and invited Thomas to see His hands and put his finger in His side (John 20:24-31). The importance of the physical resurrection of our savior is such that the Holy Spirit through the evangelists demonstrates that the same physical Jesus who was crucified rose from the dead. Indeed He was and is known by the very marks of the crucifixion. These marks demonstrate that this Jesus who died for us is the very Son of God (John 20:24-31, Matt 16:1323, 27:50-54, Mark 15:37-39). The confession of the church is that her children will physically rise from the dead on the last day even as her beloved savior rose. The promise attached to baptism is that being united through baptism into the death of our savior; we shall be united in a resurrection like His (Rom 6:1-5). In the resurrection our bodies shall be like His body for He will purify our sinful flesh that we might live with Him forever (Phil 3:21). In this life we are mortal, corrupted by sin which cannot inherit eternal life, but in the resurrection our
bodies will be change, all sin will be gone and we will be immortal like Christ our savior (1 Cor 15). Job confessed the physical resurrection when he declared that he would see the savior stand upon the earth and that he would see the savior with his own eyes (Job 19:21-27). Both the physical resurrection of our savior and our own physical resurrection are of such importance that if either is denied, the entire faith is lost and we are in a miserable state (1 Cor 15:1-20). Christ has risen physically from the dead and we shall also live with Him. This is the promise given to us in baptism and sealed with His body and blood in the Lord’s Supper (Rom 6:1-5, John 6:53-54). Jesus, the Son of God, continues to demonstrate that He has risen from the dead by giving His physical body and blood to the church in the Lord’s Supper. In the divine service the church enters heaven itself (Heb 10:19-25). In the divine service she is with the saints and angels of heaven before the throne of the Father with her beloved savior gathered by the Holy Spirit (Heb 12:22-24, Rev 4, 5, 7). In the divine service she has the assurance of His beloved presence and her salvation for He is physically with her. Did He not say, “Lo I am with you always,” (Matt 28:20) and again “Whoever eats My flesh and drinks My blood has eternal life and I will raise him up,” (John 6:5354) and again “I will not leave you orphans; I will come to you,” (John 14:14) and to this He adds, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him.” (John 14:23). This is the same one who in the divine services says of the Lord’s Supper, “This is My body” and “This is My blood.” (Matt 26:2630, Mark 14:22-24, Luke 22:17-20, 1 Cor 11:23-26) There is no doubt, the words and promises of the Son of God are true and they give assurance to all who believe. The savior who physically lives is able with His death and resurrection to raise our mortal bodies. This gift and assurance He gives the church in baptism and through His sacrificed body and blood in the Lord’s Supper.
LAMAR POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT The following calls were made by the Lamar Police Department during the month of December: * A truancy report was taken December 17 and forwarded to the juvenile authorities involving a 14-year-old female subject. * A money bag con-
taining cash was turned over to the police department on December 19. It had been found in the O’Reilly’s parking lot. The owner later came into the station to report the missing bag and he was reunited with it. The bag contained $736 by the way.
* A report of fraud was taken at the station on December 19. A citizen had someone opening checking accounts in her name and making fraudulent purchases. The investigation continues through the internet company that was involved. * A theft of property was reported December 19 at the Truman Healthcare facility. One of the residents there was reporting a few articles missing from his room. * While loading the buses with children on December 20, at the annual Shop with a Cop
function at the First Baptist Church, a black Samsung LG phone was found. It can be claimed at the police station on its identification. * Officers were dispatched December 20 to the report of a stolen car in the area of Prairie Plains apartments. When officers arrived, they found the car on the opposite side of the building where it was reported stolen from. Contact was made with the reporting party. Consumption of alcoholic beverages may have had a hand in this see POLICE, page 6B
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2-4-1tc 1-28,2-4-2tc Barton County Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MisNOTICE OF souri, on February 19, 2015, TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS PAULA JO between the hours of 9:00 DIXON, a single person, o’clock in the forenoon and by her Deed of Trust dated 5:00 o’clock in the afternoon, November 9, 2007 and re- at 1:00 p.m., for the purpose corded in the Office of the of satisfying said indebtedRecorder of Deeds of Barton ness and the costs of executCounty, Missouri, as Docu- ing this trust. /s/GEORGE D. ment #2007-1744, conveyed NICHOLS, Trustee to GEORGE D. NICHOLS, 1-28,2-4,11,18-4tc the undersigned Trustee, the
2-4-1tc SURPLUS PROPERTY FOR SALE BY CPWSD #1 Consolidated Public Water Supply District #1 has declared the following items surplus and offer them for sale by sealed bid up to 5:00 PM on 2-5-15 at the Water District Office at 1009 E. 11th Street, Lamar, MO 64759. Bids will be opened at the Special Board Meeting on 2-6-15. 1, 1999 Case 860 Turbo Trencher with Canopy – 1000 hours, 90 HP 2. 1995 Hull 5’ x 10’ Single Axle Tilt Utility Trailer, 3500 lbs capacity
3. 2006 HP Color LaserJet 2600n Printer 4. Ricoh Aficio 3245C – RM1 Printer, Copier, Scan, Fax – purchased used in 2010 These items are available for inspection at the Water District Office during normal hours of operation 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday. Office Phone is 417682-3401.
following described real estate, situated in the County of Barton, State of Missouri, to wit: ALL OF THE SOUTH HALF OF LOT FIVE (5), AND THE SOUTH HALF OF FIVE (5) FEET OFF THE ENTIRE WEST SIDE OF LOT SIX (6), IN BLOCK ONE (1), OF A. COCKRELL’S FIRST ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LAMAR, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, EXCEPT THAT PART HERETOFORE CONVEYED FOR HIGHWAY PURPOSES. which conveyance was made to the undersigned Trustee in Trust, to secure the payment of a certain Note in said Deed of Trust described; and WHEREAS default was made and still continues in the payment of said note; NOW, THEREFORE, at the request of the legal holder of said Note, and pursuant to the provisions of said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Trustee will sell the property above described, at public vendue, to the highest bidder for cash, at the west front door of the
In the Circuit Court of BARTON County, Missouri Probate Division In the Estate of: DEANA M. MORROW, a Disabled Person. Estate No. 14B4-PR00069 Notice of Appointment of Conservator of Disabled Person To all persons interested
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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS Legals, continued from page 4B in the estate of DEANA M. MORROW, a disabled person: On January 7, 2015, SUZANNE E. McCULLEY was appointed Conservator of the estate of DEANA M. MORROW, a person adjudicated disabled under the laws of Missouri, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri. The business address of the Conservator is 11 SE 1st Lane, Lamar, MO 64759,
and her Attorney is Steven H. Kaderly, Kaderly & Kaderly, 114 West 10th Street, Lamar, MO 64759. All creditors of said disabled person are notified to file their claims in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court. Date of first publication on February 4, 2015. By-James Nichols Circuit Judge, Probate Division 2-4,11,18,25-4tc
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they would like to remain independent if possible, in order to protect the hospital and its staff. The board members were in agreement that problems need to be solved while there was still the ability to change the dynamics of the situation. Past consultations, the bond covenants and attorney used at their issue, as well as basics of a management agreement were discussed by the board, who was in agreement that timeli-
ness was imperative. The board feels confident in the RHG referral and that RHG could provide good direction. The board did agree that they would like to look at a previous proposal prepared for another hospital by the Rural Hospital Group. A motion was made by Shaw to hire RHG as consultants, followed with a second by Vaughan and unanimous approval. With no further business the board adjourned.
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percentages of teenagers. Lamar has 7.1 percent who are in the age group of 15 to 19 years while the state has exactly 7.0 percent. When you consult the age percentages for young adults (Let’s try 30 to 34.), Lamar falls behind a little
bit with 5.3 percent. The state is a full percentage point greater than Lamar with 6.3 percent. At middle age, 40 to 44 years, Lamar falls far behind with only 4.1 percent. The entire state has 6.4 percent. Sneaking a peak at the Barton Coun-
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ty percentage for that age group, we find it is very close to the state figure for ages 40 to 44 with 6.1 percent. A look at early retirement years, ages 60 to 64, reveals Lamar is fractionally lower than the state. An even 5.0 percent in
that age group for Lamar, while the state shows 5.6 percent. When getting to advanced years, 80 to 84, Lamar is significantly higher in percentage than the state of Missouri. Lamar’s population is made up of 5.2 percent in that
age group, while the entire state is only 2.0 percent. Barton County is also much lower than Lamar with 3.5 percent Percentages tend to even out in the last age category, 85 years and over. Lamar still has a slightly higher figure
at 2.7 percent. Barton County is close behind at 2.3 percent, and the state of Missouri shows 1.9 percent. It is tempting to conclude that as people grow older, they seem to prefer living in small towns. Is that a valid conclusion?
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AREA NEWS Publisher seeks stories from local folks
Hometown Memories Publishing Company intends to save a big slice of local history before it’s lost forever. Karen Garvey, senior editor at Hometown Memories Publishing, is asking local folks to share their memories for a living history book. She invites anyone over age 60 with yarns about the “good old days” in
southwest Missouri to write them down and mail them to her for possible publication in the book. The hardcover coffee table book will contain tales of bygone years from people who actually lived them. To encourage participation, Garvey is offering a $250 award for the most appealing story. There will also be two $100 run-
ner-up awards and a cash award for best picture. “I’m not looking for genealogy,” says Garvey. “What we want to save are true stories about things that once were commonplace but are virtually unknown to today’s generation. The contributor’s descendants will love them for it. Life today is not what it used to be,” continues Garvey.
For example, any goldenager could tell an interesting tale about things like wringer washing machines, downtown cowboy movies on Saturday, radio drama programs, feed sack dresses or old fashioned outhouses. Garvey explains, “Stories like these are not only great fun to read, especially for old-timers, but they’re usually left out of
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the official history books. I hope some of these books will still be around in 200 years so that people will know that oldtimers were more than a name or a faded picture. But that we were real people with real lives.” Especially wanted for the book are stories that involve humor, odd, unusual, frightening or mysterious events, ro-
mance stories (“How I Met My Spouse”), local myths and legends and ghost tales. The deadline for story submission is April 15. Garvey requests that anyone interested in submitting material for the book phone her toll free at (877) 491-8802 for instructions or visit the web site at www.hometownmemoriesonline.com.
February and early March best time to prune fruit trees
PINEVILLE-From February to early March is an excellent time to prune fruit trees according to John Hobbs, an agriculture and rural development specialist with University of Missouri Extension. "Sometimes, we plant trees and neglect them for several years, or just don't have time to maintain and keep them pruned on a yearly basis," said Hobbs. "It is worth taking the time to prune fruit trees; you just want to do it at the right time of year and in the right way." First Hobbs says to
study the tree to determine some of the major problems. One of the first things to do is to remove all sucker growth around the base of the trunk around the base of the main trunk. The second step is to remove outer branches if they hang so low to make walking beneath the tree and working on it easier. Apples and crab apples often contain very upright shoots off major horizontal branches. These are called "water sprouts" and should be removed in the pruning process. Scaffold branches are
the main structural branches that develop off the main trunk. In older, neglected trees there may be many of these. Hobbs says to allow only three to five of these main branches to remain and form this scaffold. These should be positioned on a different side of the tree. Select the widest angle as they come off the tree. In selecting scaffold branches, also remove major branches that are crowded, growing somewhat vertical or developing close together outwardly in the canopy. "One of the goals of
pruning is to allow more light to penetrate into the center of the tree, which improves the fruit ripening and coloring. It also makes pest control easier when needed," said Hobbs. Another aspect of pruning a neglected tree is height reduction. Cut tall upper branches back to lower, outward facing shoots on branches that have more horizontal growth. Fruit production is greater on horizontal branches. Lowering overall height makes harvest easier. Peach trees produce
fruit on one-year old wood. On neglected peach trees, prune most of the top of the tree and the ends of the scaffolds. Peaches may be pruned as much as 10 to 20 percent of the total wood each year after the main corrective pruning is done. Pears on the other hand, require less pruning and should not have more than 1/10 of their wood removed at one time. Plums also require a light annul pruning. Cherry trees mainly need light pruning. "Sometimes heavy pruning is necessary on
neglected trees and may result in reduced fruit production for one or two years afterward. In the long run healthy trees will recover and become heavy producers," said Hobbs. For more information call John Hobbs at (417) 223-4775 or contact one of MU Extension's horticulture specialists or educators in southwest Missouri: Patrick Byers in Greene County at (417) 881-8909, Kelly McGowan in Greene County at (417) 881-8909 or Robert Balek in Jasper County at (417) 358-2158.
thing was on the hood and had caused some damage to the paint. * The Jasper County Sheriff notified Lamar on December 26 that they had contact with Jeffrey Jacob Reichard, 22, Carthage. Reichard had an active Lamar Municipal warrant issued on a charge of failure to appear. The warrant was confirmed and Reichard was taken into custody. He eventually posted a bond and was released with a new court date given to him. * During a routine traffic stop on December 26, an arrest was made. Arrested on a warrant that had been issued out of Webb City was was Don Vawater, 26, Lamar. He was taken to the Barton County Jail where he was turned over to jail staff for processing and bonding. * Arrested December 26 on a Lamar Municipal warrant issued on a charge of failure to appear was William Mack Carter, 28, Lamar. Carter posted a bond and was released. * Officers were dispatched December 28 to the 1200 block of E. 10th St. on the report of a woman that needed to be placed on a 96 hour committal. Contact was made and the woman, a 27 year old, was made. The decision was made to place her on an involuntary committal. A mobile counselor was called and came to speak with her. The decision not to commit her was made and services were made available to her. * A victim tampering case was opened on December 28. * A theft of a controlled substance was reported December 28 in the 1200 block of Mill St. Investigation into this report continues. * Officers were called
December 29 to the area of 17th St. and the railroad tracks on the report of an intoxicated male subject. Contact was made with Tyler Robert Fidlin, 25, Lamar. Fidlin had been drinking and was carrying an open container that he hid from officers under a baseball cap. Fidlin was placed under arrest for a violation of the drinking in public ordinance. He was searched at the scene and officers found drug paraphernalia and less than 35 grams of marijuana on his per-
son. He was taken to the Barton County Jail where he was processed, posted bond and subsequently released to await a pending court date. * The Polk County Sheriff ’s Department notified Lamar on December 30 that they had contact with David I. Park, 35, Parkville. The City of Lamar had an active municipal warrant on Park, for failure to appear. The warrant was confirmed and Park was arrested. He posted a cash bond and was subsequently re-
leased from custody. * Officers contacted a male subject on December 31, in the 1000 block of Broadway, who was acting somewhat bizarre. The decision was made to call a mobile counselor to speak with him. The counselor came to Lamar and spoke with the subject and determined that he did not meet the criteria for an emergency 96 hour hold. After making arrangements with the counselor for treatment he was released from custody.
Police, continued from page 3B incident. * Arrested December 20 on a failure to appear warrant issued out of the Lamar Municipal Court was Jeremiah Ray Null, 30, Lamar. A female that was with Null was checked and she had a warrant out of Jasper County issued on a traffic charge, but they would not extradite her. * The Joplin Police Department notified Lamar on December 23 that they had contact with one Jonathan Paul Plummer, 33, Joplin. Plummer had an outstanding Lamar municipal warrant for failure to appear. The warrant was confirmed and Plummer posted a bond and was released with an upcoming court date. * A burglary was reported December 23 at the Lamar Mini Storage facility located on Walnut St. A check of the contents of the shed was made and nothing was reported missing, but the lock was cut off the unit. * A complaint was taken December 23 in the 1200 block of E. 14th St. The nature of the complaint was that there had been a violation of an order or protection. After speaking with the caller, the complaint involved the posting of photographs on Facebook. The complainant was advised that there was nothing criminal that could be done about the situation. * A complaint of a theft of medication was taken December 23 in the 1400 block of Truman St.. Officers responded to the residence and did note that things in the home were in disarray. The complainant told officers that he was missing a safe that he kept his medications in. When officers arrived on scene, the home's occupants were inside. Officers noticed that a stove had a burner turned on
and that there was a gas smell in the residence. The occupants were asked to step outside and the residence was opened up and ventilated. * Officer responded December 24 to the report of a vehicle driving off into the ditch several times in the area of the East Primary School located on E. 160 Highway. The vehicle was located and stopped. The driver was suspended and arrested on that charge. In addition, several items of drug use were seized. Many of these items were sent to the MSHP Crime lab for analysis. Charged at the time of the arrest for driving while in an intoxicated or drugged condition, driving under suspension and for being in possession of less than 35 grams of Marijuana was Jennifer Marie Medlin, 41, Greenfield. Medlin was taken to the Barton County Jail, where she was processed, posted bond and was eventually released to await a pending court date. * A two vehicle crash was investigated December 24 near Fastrip. According to statements taken at the scene the driver of a west bound vehicle was waiting to turn into the Fastrip parking lot. It failed to yield to an east bound vehicle and the collision occurred. No injuries were reported at the time of this crash. * A sexual misconduct investigation was opened December 24 in the 600 block of Maple St. * A vehicle tampering was reported December 24 in the 300 block of W. 12th St. The owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima was complaining that someone has spilled or poured something on the hood of his vehicle while it was parked at Walmart. The hood was examined and it appeared that some-