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USPS-299800 Vol.136, No.32 Bevier, MO, 63532 • 8 Pages • 1 Section • 75 Cents
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
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ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL DAY!
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Rodney & Shirley Fraley Macon, MO LADY CATS OVERTAKE THE LADY BULLDOGS
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It was another beautiful day to enjoy the outdoors! Blake, age 5, and Presleigh, age 3 are the children of Donny and Jasmine Williams of Bevier. The kids have a four-wheeler path from the home to their favorite tree where they spend several hours climbing and swinging from their tire horse swing. Photo by Samantha Templeton
BY SAMANTHA TEMPLETON CORRESPONDENT kathy@maconhomepress.com
The LaPlata Bulldogs were no match Tuesday night in the TCC match-up against the Bevier Lady Cats. Going into half time the Lady Cats were ahead 25-20. They proceeded to keep this lead in the second half as well ending the game 47-37. Dominica Prokup led the Lady Cats in points with 20. See complete story on page 8A
BEVIER STUDENT OF THE WEEK BRETT PEUKERT
BRETT PEUKERT Brett is the son of Mark and Tonia Peukert Grade: Sophomore Favorite Subject: Math Extra-Curricular Activities: Member of National Honor Society, Varsity Basketball, and Varsity Club Future Plans: Attend a four year college and study sports medicine. Brett would like to be a Physical Therapist.
Onshore Technology Services Opens New Technology Center The company announced the opening of a new expansion site in Macon Onshore Technology Services today announced the opening of a new expansion site at the former MODot building in Macon, Missouri. The office will serve as a rural delivery center, providing advanced information technology (IT) services to Onshore’s Fortune 500 clients across America. “We continue to see strong demand for our services from companies seeking the stability and cost advantages of our rural workforce,” says Onshore’s Chairman/CEO, Shane Mayes, “This provides us with a unique and timely opportunity to repatriate IT jobs that would otherwise be shipped offshore to foreign countries like India and China.” This expansion comes on the heels of Onshore’s recent retrofit of what was formerly LongBranch Restaurant which will continue to serve as Onshore’s corporate headquarters. Since November, the company has already hired 14 new people. Onshore’s lease of the MODot building provides additional space to accommodate future growth. The company will train 15 new candidates this month and is currently accepting applications for a next round of training, which is to begin in March or early April. Over the next several years, the company expects to hire several hundred employees in Macon, literally transforming the economic underpinning of the town from its current agricultural and manufacturing base, to that of an IT service exporter powered by highly skilled thought workers. Conceived by Mayes in late 2004, Onshore uses an innovative workforce development and service delivery model to provide information technology services from its rural technology centers located in Macon and Joplin Missouri. The company has realized double-digit growth since it opened its first office in Macon, Missouri in 2005. “Our greatest accomplishment is evidenced as a series of quantum leaps, which have been made
by our employees,” says Mayes. “Each employee of Onshore is constantly challenged to do things that, in any other environment, would be considered impossible. This ‘can-do’ philosophy has become embedded in the Onshore culture, building confidence and the promise of a Submitted Photos bright future for our employees and for ABOVE - Employees stand in front of the MODot building. The company has leased the building to accomodate Macon County. About Onshore future growth. BELOW - Current Onshore office space Technology Servic- in the former Longbranch Restaurant. This location will serve as the corporate headquarters for the company. es, Inc. Onshore Technology Services is re- is competitive to offshore providers. The vitalizing rural America by creating In- company has already had a transformaformation Technology jobs in swaths of tive effect in Macon, Missouri. In 2011, rural America that have historically been Onshore had an economic impact in Mis“overshot” by the economic and social souri of $19 Million. For more informaadvances brought by the IT economy. tion about Onshore, visit www.onshoOnshore’s rural workforce provides high retechnology.com. quality IT services at a price point that
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Home Press South Edition USPS-299800 Entered for transmission through the mail as periodical matter at the Post Office in La Plata, MO 63549 PO Box 65 Bevier, MO 63532 Tel. (660) 346-8808 Fax (660) 773-5160 or kathy@ maconhomepress.com PRODUCTION STAFF: Editor/Publisher Kathy Liebhart Sales - Kathy Liebhart Correspondents: Brenda Jennings - Bevier Doris Noah - Bucklin Rita Cox - Press-News Journal Samantha Templeton Sports
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Stump Your Friends!
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PHOTO LEFT TO RIGHT: Post 57 Vice Commander Larry Kinnison, National Senior Vice Commander David Voyles. Post 57 Commander Leighton Reid. Missouri Department Commander Kenneth Goth.
This photo is from 1971. Do you know who they are? Send your guesses to kathy@maconhomepress.com. Winner receives bragging rights and your name in next week’s Macon Home Press! If you have an old photo that you think would sttump your friends, sent it to us!
Saturday, February 4, 2012, David Voyles, the National Senior Vice Commander of The American Legion attended a luncheon, in his honor, hosted by Green Hills Post 57, at the Bucklin Legion Hall. Voyles, a U.S. Army veteran, and former Department of Missouri commander, has held numerous leadership positions at
the Legion’s post, department, and national levels. Voyles earned a Bronze Star, Vietnam Campaign Medal and Army Commendation Medal with valor device while serving in the U.S. Army. Voyles was accompanied by Missouri Department Legion Officers: Commander Kenneth Goth, Vice Commander Arthur Wilson,
Adjutant Frank Prosser, National Executive Committeeman Charles Goodin, and Historian Paul Bennett. Voyles spoke of the importance of Legion membership and that the local Legion Post is the heart of the organization. Voyles encouraged Legion members to support the current Missouri bill that would fund the Missouri
Veterans’ homes, without a tax increase, by adding a one dollar entry fee on gambling boats. Post 57 Commaner Leighton Reid presented Voyles a custom made American Legion pen and accepted a certificate of merit from Voyles.
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LOCAL NEWS
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT:
K & K Sticker Shack and Angie’s DJ and Karaoke Angie Downey of Bevier has been doing DJ and karaoke for over 10 years. She decided to purchase a vinyl cutting machine last year to make a decal for her truck to advertise her other business, Angie’s DJ and Karaoke. Angie was not new to design; she actually has had a degree in design for over 16 years. Angie said once people knew she had a vinyl machine, they starting asking her to make decals for them. This is how K & K Sticker Shack was started. Angie not only does vinyl decals, but also designs t-shirts, signs and etched glass. Angie has a “No Questions Asked” policy. “I will make anything someone asks, no matter how crazy or questionable it may be” states Angie. “I use a high quality 7 year indoor outdoor vinyl so my decals will last”. With a booming business at the Sticker Shack and keeping up with the DJ and Karaoke schedules, Angie is hoping to be in a larger building next year to make things easier. K & K Sticker Shack is located at 322 W. Gentry St. Bevier, MO Shop hours are 9:00 am to Noon and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Wednesdays 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. You may call 660-342-2276 for an appointment.
Photo by Kathy Liebhart
Pictured above is Angie Downey of Bevier, outside her business, K & K Sticker Shack, and Angie’s DJ and Karaoke. The Sticker Shack started after she purchased a vinyl cutting machine to make a decal for her truck to advertise her DJ business. Since then the Sticker Shack has grown, and Downey is considering moving to a larger location as soon as next year.
Maples Repertory Theatre Announces Winter Ball 2012 Music and Dancing beat the Winter Blues The Maples Repertory Theatre Board of Directors is finalizing details for the upcoming Winter Ball. “This will be the fourth annual Winter Ball and it has developed into an event that is anticipated by young and old patrons alike.” This year the Ball will be held at the Macon Elks Lodge on Saturday, February 25th at 7:30p.m. The centerpiece of the Winter Ball is music and once again it will feature the Memories Orchestra playing big band tunes for your listening and dancing pleasure. One of the few big dance bands in Missouri, this 15-piece ensemble is made up of talented musicians from all walks of life. North Missouri favorites Larry Bennett, Harold Dean Carothers, and Shane Petre play with the band. Food is also on the docket for the evening including an array of scrumptious desserts and savory hors d’oeuvres. “New for this year we are offering a car service. Just call the box office to let us know and we will send someone to pick you up says Davison. Another new feature of the 2012 Winter Ball is a partnership with the Pear Tree Restaurant in Bevier. Special “Dinner and Dancing” packages are available to include a fine meal before the Ball. For more information or tickets call the box office at 385-2924. You can also stop by Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday 10-2. “This annual benefit continues to allow us to produce excellent shows, so we hope to have a great crowd,” Davison says. “More people always equals more fun, so come on out and “Have a Ball.”
Paul Lang plang@mofb.com
Danielle Odenthal dodenthal@mofb.com
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I Have To Let It Out! BY KATHY LIEBHART EDITOR
Bradley Wilson
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I had a really great article I was going to write this week, it may have even cured all of the world’s problems; however I feel I must place it on hold because the last few days have been so overwhelming I just have to let it out! I can’t get over all the calls, emails and messages I have received in the last few days from people loving the paper. Many have stopped me and told me how great it is to have a community paper like this! I have been on cloud 9! Of course, I guess I had better get off that cloud and start on next week’s issue. I don’t want to have to write about those phone calls and emails I will be receiving. Our first publication of the Home Press South was Wednesday, Feb. 8th and the subscriptions are coming in from all over! I am so excited because with the support of the community and businesses that advertise, I know we will be able to provide you with a quality paper you can look forward to every week! Another thing that has come to my attention, actually hit me like a lead brick was, last week I was all relaxed talking about how I was going to enjoy my time with my grandchild and not work so much. WHAT HAVE I DONE! Guess I shot that all to pieces! But I am absolutely loving it and having so much fun visiting with people and listening
Bevier Art Student Of The Week
LIEBHART to some of the best stories! I wish I could put them all into print for you! I live in Keota. Most of you from the area will know exactly where that is, but if you don’t it is a small “has been” town just a few miles south of Bevier. Most of the stories I have been hearing seem to come from the Keota area. It is hard to believe everything that once thrived in that area is only a memory now. I have also heard some great stories from the Callao area. The history of these towns are so interesting to me, I keep thinking someday I will go and gather these stories and maybe print one at a time. I just want to say Thank You so much for your support and we will do our very best to bring you a weekly publication you can look forward to reading. Remember to take advantage of the $5 off coupon in February for your subscription. We would love to hear from you. Please send any thoughts to Editor at PO Box 65 Bevier, MO 63532.
FAITH
From the Desk of the Worship Center First Beatitude - The Poor in Spirit Matthew 5: 3 Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs’ is the Kingdom of Heaven Allow me to study the nine Beatitudes with you starting with the first. Understand, with each of the nine beatitudes there is a present and future blessing The poor in spirit are the humble who think of themselves as insignificant. He knows his limitations, and has no problems in admitting them to God and himself. The poor in spirit is not the [know it all]. Gal.6:3 Says if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself. Proverbs 18:2 The [Amplified Bible] tells us a self confident fool has no delight in understanding, but only in revealing his personal opinions of himself. We must learn to decrease, that God may increase. It is better to be thought a fool, than
to speak and remove all doubt. The poor in spirit would rather not be personally seen or heard. They understand God draws us to him when he is lifted up. I wasn’t on a winning streak when I asked God to save me. I not only had no idea where to go, I wondered if I could stay when I got there. In the Bible account of the Pharisee and the Publican praying in church, the Pharisee thanked God he was not like the Publican. The Publican admitted he had sinned, and asked for mercy as a sinner. The Publican who was the poor in spirit left the altar justified. Matthew 23: 25-26 The Bible warns those who are only keeping the outside of their vessel clean. Jesus calls them hypocrites. Righteousness works from the inside out. It’s an inside job. The golden cup and the clay cup hold the same amount. Pastor Ron Thomason
Bevier City Clerk Update By Beth Faught, City Clerk February 9, 2012 We are still working with Shaffer Kline and Warren on the lagoon and the no discharge unity with our sewer project. The city has sent the final papers in to the Storm Safe City Program and we should be finalized as qualified by March. There are now weather radio’s located at the school, Post Office and City Hall. Our shelter for people who do not have a basement for storms will be at the Catholic Church Basement. If electricity goes out more than 4 hours the City will hook the generator up at the Baptist Church Educational Building for heat and air. *Tip: If going to the basement for storms, take a whistle with you. You can blow the whistle and someone can locate you. The City of Macon has raised our water rates 3.5 %. You will see that increase on you March bills.
BRADLEY WILSON
Bradley Wilson has been selected as Bevier’s Art Student of the Week. Bradley is in the 5th grade and is the son of Kelly Wilson. Bradley’s art was influenced by the work of Brazilian artist, Romero Britto. Paint and color pencils were used to create Bradley’s art.
COMMUNITY LEADERS
Imaginary Man Cave By Dani Evans My husband and I spent the four years of our courtship in two different countries. I was in England and his stuff was in Germany(he was in the Balkans). We used email, phone and letters to keep in touch and get to know one another better. Periodically, we would meet in different places to go exploring; France, Spain, Utah. Once the Army stationed him in England we were married. The Army later decided Mark needed to see the sights of Iraq. For a grand total of four years we lived apart, in two different countries. It was at this point, we packed up all of our things from North Carolina and moved to the Washington DC Metro area. We got a lovely apartment and found ourselves living in 1500 sq ft after having continents separate us. He snored and took up half the bed! I liked to read and drink hot chocolate in the evening after Joshua went to sleep, however, he wanted to interact, play a card game, see how my day went. We do not own a tv and use the internet minimally so our distractions from one another were minimal. I decided that since we didn’t have a man cave space and we were not very used to living together in such an efficient space I would make Mark an imaginary man cave. We would be lying down to sleep and I would begin chattering like I hadn’t talked in years then fall fast asleep. This confused Mark further, why didn’t the chatter happen when we weren’t trying to sleep and how do I ask without sounding like I don’t want to hear her stories? Finally, I asked one night, “How do you like your imaginary man cave? I’ve been working very hard on it.” Silence. “What did you say?” I then proceeded to explain the quiet time on the couch after Joshua went to sleep was his imaginary man cave so he could recharge from the day before I chatter him to sleep. He began laughing so hard I thought he was going to break something. “Next time you do something in your imagination that includes us both, please, please let me in on it!” He explained his confusion. During the three months of imaginary man cave, Mark sat on the end of our couch reading his book and wondering what he had done to upset me. I have a penchant for telling stories and if I am not talking many in the world assume I am upset. This is not the case but Mark had been gone more than home, how was he to know. I explained, “Hey, there isn’t a manual for this homemaker stuff!” Mark let me know that he didn’t need a man cave, so after Joshua went to sleep could I please start my stories because he needed to be asleep by 10pm. Funny, real funny! Ladies, if you decide to do anything imaginary might I suggest simply mentioning it to your loving husband.
RECIPES
Reader’s Kitchen
Everyone enjoys trying new recipes. You may find something new to add to your weekly menu. We love to hear from our readers! Please submit your favorite recipe and we will publish it in one of our issues. Mail to Home Press South, PO Box 65, Bevier, MO 63532 Attn: Reader’s Kitchen
JORDAN’S POTATO SOUP 10 lb. potatoes, peeled & cubed 1 carrot, chopped fine 6 chicken bouillon cubes 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cans cream of chicken soup 16 oz. sour cream 1 qt. half & half 8 oz. bacon, chopped 2 tsp. salt 2 – 3 T. chopped parsley or 1 tsp. dried Pepper to taste 2 med. Onions, chopped Directions In large 8 – 12 qt pot, put potatoes, bouillon cubes and just enough water to barely cover. Cook until soft, but still chunky. While potatoes are boiling, chop bacon and fry until crisp. Remove from heat and drain most of the grease. Add carrots, onions and parsley. Cook 2 to 3 minutes more. When potatoes are soft, add half & half, chicken soup, salt, bacon and sautéed vegetables. Stir well. When again warm, stir in sour cream and remove from heat. Add pepper. Can sprinkle with cayenne or paprika to serve. Yield about 2 gallons. Submitted by Tatum Watkins, Bevier
MAXINE’S DELIMA Crust: 1 stick butter • ½ c. chopped pecans • 1 ½ c. flour Blend butter, flour and pecans until mealy. Press into an ungreased 9 X 13 inch pan and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Let cool. Filling: 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese• ½ lg. ctn. cool whip (12 oz.) 2 (3 ¾ oz.) boxes chocolate pudding • 3 c. milk 1 c. powdered sugar Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar and cool whip until creamy. Spoon into crust. Let stand an hour in refrigerator. Mix 2 boxes of pudding with 3 cups of milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Prepare according to package directions. Cool and pour over cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining cool whip and sprinkle with ½ cup chopped pecans. Submitted by Kay Johnston, Clarence
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LOCAL NEWS Bits from Bucklin
by Doris Noah
Herriman hosts P. E. O. Meeting Chapter BE of the P.E.O. Sisterhood met in the home of Melanie Herriman in Bucklin on February 1, 1012. There were 10 members present. The business meeting was called to order by President Susan Lane. Providing the devotion Emily Switzer read scripture from Psalms 117. Minutes from the previous meeting and the treasurer’s reports were given. Emily Switzer gave the report for the Educational Loan Fund, Marilyn Williams gave the Outreach Fund report and Carole Kinnison the report for Program for Continuing Education. The courtesy chairman reported sending an anniversary card to Raymond and LeNell Hughes as they had recently celebrated their 10th anniversary. It was voted to send money to various projects. Amy Jobson shared information about Founders Day. Karen Hawkins presented the program concerning Health. Following the program a buffet of various healthy foods was served by Melanie Herriman. The next meeting will be in the fellowship room of the Bucklin United Methodist Church. An address for Ray and Peggy Mention was made last week of Ray and Peggy (Davis) Michel celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. No address was given for cards of congratulations to be sent. It is never too late for a good wish so, as requested, here is their address : 313 Woodruff, Lake Charles, La. 70601. Peggy is a former Bucklin resident and graduate of Bucklin High School. She and her family have been here often through the years to visit her parents, Jesse and Blanche Davis, and her sisters, Evaseen, Celo, Zelma and Betty Jo. Service at Pioneer Several members of the Bucklin Christian Church accompanied Pastor Tim Mitchell and assisted in conducting worship service at Pioneer Health Care Center last week. Attending from the Christian Church were Pastor Mitchell, Leroy Miller, Jean Still, Shelly Shoemaker and Ken and Mary Jo Sappington Ken Sappington accompanied the group with his guitar as hymns were sung. Pastor Tim had a short meditation followed by Ken Sappington playing several hymns at the piano. On the mend Rose Helen Akins from Lingo is a patient in the Samaritan Hospital in Macon. She is receiving treatment that is scheduled to last several days. It was mentioned Rose Helen appreciates cards and company. As of February 9, Opal Witt is recovering from injuries she sustained in a car wreck. Her car was totaled in the accident and Opal was life flighted to Columbia University Hospital for treatment. Mark Williams is back to work at Walter’s Garage recovering from the injury he suffered in a fall from a ladder last week. Bonnie (Still) Priem is
starting a series of experimental cancer treatments at a clinic in Omaha, Nebraska. Bonnie, daughter of Edward and Hazel Still, a Marceline native will be remembered by many in this area. She and her husband live in Kansas. Lingo resident Sandy Foster is a patient at the Boone Hospital Center in Columbia. House destroyed by fire Fire consumed the house of Brianna Jefferson at the corner of Linn and E. Washington. Mrs. Jefferson had moved from the house some time ago. Known here in town as the ‘Dean house’ it had for years been the home of W. S (Bill) and Gladys Dean then more recently the home of Joe and Mary Dean. The fire started in the early hours of the morning and was engulfed in flames before the fire department was notified. Firemen were on hand till well after daylight to protect the surrounding buildings. Come to breakfast The members of American Legion Post # 57 are planning to fix breakfast for the you on February 18, 2012. The third Saturday morning every month the men fix a big breakfast and all are welcome. There is no charge though donations are accepted. This is a good time to visit with your neighbors and enjoy the Legion’s hospitality. Serving starts about 8:00 a m and they stay till the gravy is gone. Contact Commander Leighton Reid if you would like more information. Almost finished ! Several weeks ago in the Bits From Bucklin column you were warned about stopping in to see the remodeling work at the United Methodist Church basement. So many men busy with hammers and saws you would likely be put to work. Here is an update. George Behrman is faithfully providing supper every Wednesday evening. (It was vegetable soup this week.) Ladies of the church bring desserts to encourage and spur the workmen along. As of today the men have completely stripped the paneling, lathes and old plaster away. The wiring has been updated and now the dry wall (I still think of it as sheet rock) is all put up, mudded and sanded ready to paint. You are warned now to stay clear unless you want to be handed a paint roller. The push is on to have it all spruced up and the mess cleared away before they serve the Annual Sweetheart Spaghetti Supper on Feb. 11. This is a perfect example of what a group can accomplish when they are all working together with a common goal. Fellowship dinners The Bucklin Christian Church had their monthly fellowship dinner following morning worship service Sunday Feb.5, 2012. Host committee was Dena Peterson, Ray and Patricia Peterson, David and Lynn Akins, Frances Jenkins, Jerry and Betty King
and Ed King. The United Methodist Church had fellowship dinner after morning worship February 5, 2012 as well. Host committee was Corrinne Ritchie, Paul and Kim Harrison, Reka Behrman, and the Monty Montgomery family. Company Calvin and Linda McCauslin were Sunday evening visitors in the home of Ed and Jean Still in Marceline. Marj King’s nephew, Mike Olinger, from Shawnee Mission, Kansas came last week to visit and help his Aunt Marj by laying a tile floor in her guest bathroom. An heirloom cactus Darla (Hayes) Snyder has an ancient Christmas cactus that has it’s calendar off. She said her cactus is absolutely full of bright blooms for Valentine’s Day. The plant belonged to her mother, Cindy Hayes. When Cindy passed away in 1963 Darla’s sister, Imogene, took the already old cactus. Darla got a start of it and has had that plant now for well over 40 years. Charles and Darla Snyder retired several years ago and came back to live on the Hayes home place. That old cactus is right at home there NW of town.. Odds ‘N Ends Purely personal: a good wish for my favorite sister in law, Pat, as she celebrates another birthday on February 9. Remember that February 26, the Bucklin Community Association is serving a fried chicken dinner with all the good dishes that go with it. Real mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, homemade desserts with hot coffee and cold drinks as well. The dinner is at the community building in the city park with serving from 11:30 until about 1:00. All proceeds go to help with homecoming expenses. Watch for the minutes of the City Council meeting, the monthly BCA meeting minutes and news of the CWF meeting on Valentine’s Day in the Bits From Bucklin column next week. Do you have an item to share? If so please call me at 660 695-3600, email dnaoh112@gmail. com or feel free to bring your article by our house anytime. Every item is appreciated and just what it takes to make the news newsy. Till next week; enjoy. Doris Noah
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One Small Community...Many Large Hearts! In May of 2008 Debbie Yount of Bevier, MO retired from 30 years of teaching. The last 28 years of Debbie’s career were in Bevier, teaching 4th graders and Kindergarten students. After retiring, Debbie heard of a church in Kirksville that took donations for school clothes to help families in the area. “I thought it would be something good to do on Saturdays.” “I called Patty Cheever with the Catholic Church and Ester Contratto with the Baptist church and asked do you think we can do this?” Debbie started the hunt for a location to house the new community project and found its current home. An old home owned by David and Mary Huffine of New Cambria, MO. Debbie was thrilled when they said they could use the add on in the back of the home for their project, but not only did Mary and David Huffine donate the use of the building at no cost they also take care of the utility bills. Debbie said the Catholic, Baptist, United Congregational and the Community of Christ churches, all of Bevier donated funds to purchase some racks and items needed to open. That is when Cinderella’s Boutique became a reality and opened their first Saturday with left over items from a yard sale one of the churches held. Cinderella’s Boutique is open on Saturdays from noon to 3:00 except for the months of January, February and March, they will be open on the first and third Saturdays. People are coming from all the surrounding areas to use this service. Just a few weeks ago there were nearly 80 people to come in and get items. “It’s amazing how many come in and use it and we have developed many friendships from it”. States Debbie All items in the boutique are donated from community residents. Any items that are too stained or too damaged to use are given to the Shelter Workshop in Macon and used for other purposes. No item goes to waste. “This is a good outreach for the local churches and volunteers. People are really thankful for it. I have had some people tell me they wouldn’t have made it if we
weren’t here. “We have had people come to get items because of fires or bad home environments. I will come and meet people here when they are in need even if we are not open”. Says Debbie The boutique will be moving to a new location in the future. The new building is to be built on the East side of the Community of Christ Church in Bevier. They will have more room as well as heating and air and of course bathrooms. Ground breaking will begin sometime this summer. If you would like to volunteer to help at the boutique or donate items, you may stop in on any Saturday they are open and you will be more than welcomed by the volunteers. The boutique is in need of winter coats and children’s clothing. “Kids clothes is what we have the hardest time keeping”. The volunteers do ask that if Spring and Summer clothes are being donated, please wait until April as they are still giving out winter items. The boutique will take donations of clothing, purses, toys and small appliances. Feel free to call Debbie Yount at (660)773-6778 for more information.
573-356-4405 Absolute Real Estate and Estate Auction Saturday Feb 25, 2012 @ 10:00 A. M. 20782 Hwy V V Ethel, MO
Directions: From hwy 36 and the junction of hwy 149 in New Cambria, MO go north on 149 to hwy Z. Turn onto Hwy Z to Hwy V V take Hwy V V to auction watch for signs. Real Estate: We will be selling 80 +/- acres offered in two tracts. Sells at 1:00 P.M. Tract one: Consist of 40 +/- acres two buildings, pasture, several ponds and Black top access. Building one is a 35 x 45 red iron steel building with 3- 10’ overhead doors, heated concrete floor , central air, partial living quarters very nice building. Building two is a 40 x 60 red iron steel building with 15×11 screened porch, concrete floor, central air, forced air propane furnace, bathroom and lots of open space. Tract two: Consist of 40 +/- acres sloping pasture with approx. 10 acres of bottom ground currently being farmed. Road access with perimeter fences, Good hunting with a creek that runs through the property. Terms: $5,000 down day of sale with the balance due within 30 days or upon closing. We will offer each tract then we will offer the entire 80 +/- acres witch ever brings the higher money will be sold to the winning bidder.
Trucks/Farm equipment: 1999 F350 Super duty 4wd, crew cab at, pw, pl, V10 176,000 miles, 1993 4×4 Chevrolet 165,00 miles, auto, good straight truck salvage title, 1973 international tow truck Detroit diesel eng ,Spicer 13spd trans. Dual wenches extendable boom, good running outfit, 1987 GMC 4×4 125,000 miles unknown condition. International loadstar 1600 dump truck unknown condition, Ford box truck don’t run, 1974 volks wagon beetle was driven one year ago, 12’ bumper hitch Shasta camper, pickup slide in camper, 16’ bumper hitch car trailer, Gooseneck 18’ horse trailer, 12’ pull type brush hog, 7 bale ez haul hay handler, 2 ton creep feeder, John Deere 5’ 3pt brush hog, Ford 5’ 3pt brush hog, 3pt 5ft blade, 3pt carry all, 4’ 3pt disc, 2 bottom plow, 24×48 934lbs pull type roller, like new 3pt bale spike, livestock water tanks, powder river cattle head Shute, powder river head gate, fencing supplies, lots of wood fence post and railroad ties, elect. Fencers, livestock vaccination supplies, Mowers/tools: Brand new DR field & brush mower 17 h.p. Kawasaki eng. New in the box DR generator attachment for DR mowers, New mantis tiller, new wheel house 5500 watt generator with Briggs and Stratton motor, Honda big red three wheeler, Troy Built horse rear tine tiller, DR mower w/15 h.p. Kawasaki eng. New yard man snow blower w/ heated handles, John Deere L100 5sp riding lawn mower w/ 42” cut, New Clarke 130 mig welder, new in the box Victor welding and cutting outfit, Craftsman torch outfit w/bottles, 12” Delta combination miter saw, 12” craftsman band saw, industrial doubled wheeled wheel barrow, wire wheel on stand, ready heater diesel or kerosene, small Clarke portable air compressor, several portable air tanks, many large heavy duty extension cords, tons of long handled tools, numerous hand tools, like new electric tools, numerous bicycles, various lumber, antique band saw with wooden pullies, antique pallet jack, Duro jet pressure washer, like new gas powered on man 6” auger. 14’ aluminum canoe, various ladders, new tires and more items that are stored and to numerous to mention. Glassware/Crocks/Collectables/Kitchenware: Advertising crock jug “The Banner Liquor Store Winona. Minn.” Perfect condition, #5 Redwing crock, Sunbeam bowl sets, fire king bowl sets, Pyrex baking dishes, moon and star glass, Fostoria glass, lots of metal Tonka toys, new in the box patio set w/ glass top, Various new refrigerators with large pull out bottom drawers, several upright freezers, one small chest type freezer. Lots of items to numerous to mention. This is an amazing auction we will post more items and photos as we come across them. Auctioneers Note: As David Rose passed away we will offer his farm and estate at auction. Ladies and gentlemen this auction has something for everyone. As this is only a partial listing Mr. Rose had tons of things in storage new and old. It’s hard to advertise everything for this auction, but I can guarantee you don’t want to miss out on this one. Thanks for joining us Col. Scott Kuntz
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Macon Home Press • South Edition • hpsouth.com
LOCAL NEWS Up & Coming Events In Macon County
Macon Health Care News
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This picture was taken during Activities Week at the Macon Health Care facility. They celebrated the week with many fun activities for Residents and Staff.
Activities Week was recently held at the Macon Health Care facility. Monday was kicked off with PJ day for everyone with donuts, juice and coffee being served to staff and residents. Residents enjoyed seeing all the different pj’s the staff were wearing. Tuesday they had a County Fair with hot dogs, soda, popcorn, fun and games for everyone. Many stories were shared about their trips to the fair. Wednesday The Rock Stars were in the building with Karaoke and walking The Red Carpet. Fancy foods were served. Thursday Hawiian Luau with fresh fruit, Hula dancing and volleyball in the Day area. Friday Pink Out Day with our LIVE Pink Ribbon, pink desserts being served and Shane Cavanah, Dick and Dutch from Marceline and Brookfield entertaining us. Macon Health Care Center takes pride in our Residents by giving them wonderful activities and Quality of Life!
Marion Pilkington goes to Washington DC Marion Pilkington, resident at Macon Health Care Center is a proud Korean Veteran who was selected to participate in the Honor Flight. The Central Missouri Honor Flight recognizes American Veterans for their sacrifices and achievements by flying them to Washington, DC to see the memorials at no cost to them at all. We are proud to say that we have had two residents to participate in this wonderful program. If you or a loved one are a World War II or Korean Veteran, contact Central Missouri Honor Flight at (573)2561930.w
To list an event, email to Kathy@maconhomepress. com or fax to (660)773-5160. February 11: The Tri-County Christian School in Macon will hold a pancake breakfast, Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. This is sponsored by the TCCS Parent Teacher Fellowship. February 14: Magic City Master Gardener meeting, 6:30, Randolph County Extension Office, Moberly. February 17: Bevier Homecoming. Bevier vs Atlanta February 21: Kirksville Area Master Gardener meeting, 7 pm, TCRC Building. February 21 – 24: Bevier Elementary Special Education is hosting a book sale February 25: Beekeeping Workshop, Macon, MO. Registration required by calling the Shelby County Extension Center at 573-633-2640. Limited to the first 20 to register. This is for those serious about beekeeping. No cost, workshop is being funded by an EPA grant. February 26: Reade Family Benefit, 3pm – 6pm at Suzie Q’s Bar & Grill, New Cambria, MO March 20: Macon Farm/City Night, call 660-3852173 for more information. March 22: Master Gardener training starts in Macon for residents of Macon, Shelby, Randolph, and Linn counties. For more information call or email me, or contact the Macon County Extension Center at 660385-2173. April 7: Macon Spring Sportsman Classic- Macon’s Elk Lodge #999
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Bevier Homecoming Games February 17, 2012
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012 Macon Home Press • South Edition • hpsouth.com
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FOR SALE: 1997 Yamaha Wave Runner GP1200. Comes with an all weather cover and trailor. Runs and Drives Great. $2200 Call (660)415-7485
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MCED Annual Report - 2011 Message from the Executive Director As our country continues the slow climb out of a recession, Macon County remains stable and in fact thrives in areas where other communities continue to struggle. Macon is flourishing with new development and construction. So often I hear comments from visitors referencing Macon’s thriving business atmosphere and progress – they envy what we take for granted. In light of this, we should challenge ourselves to look at our community through the eyes of a visitor... Macon truly is alive with commerce and HOPE. I largely attribute our success to the quality of people that reside in Macon County, the positive attitude and determination of local business owners and our progressive local leadership which includes the City of Macon, Macon Municipal Utilities, Macon County Commission and the Macon County Economic Development (MCED) Board and office. The five new realities for 21st Century Economic Development are: • We are in a global
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economy • The pace of change will continue to accelerate • The components of competitiveness can no longer be pursued separately • Partnerships with the private sector is critical • Innovation is the only sustainable competitive advantage. The Agurban, Issue 145, October 9, 2007 As your Economic Development Director my
role is to be: An Analyst, a Catalyst, a Gap-Filler, an Advocator, an Educator, a Visionary, a Cheerleader and a Resource. Together with my board of directors and local team of appointed and elected officials, I hope to excel in these roles. We strive to provide the services and programs necessary for Macon County to compete at a higher level for new prospects, sustain our local existing businesses and
support entrepreneurship. We must continue to work together to procure greater and long-term opportunities for all people residing in Macon County. A strong community backing and the spirit of cooperation are essential to effective business attraction, business retention (keeping our existing businesses happy and successful) and expansion of current businesses operating in Macon County.
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Life today on farms in Northeast Missouri
Life in the Country cal instruments to played music for entertainment. One specific memoThe Ole Reservoir on the east side ry includes a prominent farmer who of Bevier probably brings back many cooked a whole beef and invited everymemories for Bevier natives. I can one around to come to the lake. Those tell you countless stories I was told as that did come brought side dishes and a child of all the fond memories peo- everyone visited and had a great time. ple experienced there. In the 1950’s From time to time someone would flip my grandparents bought a farm near a boat over in the lake, but there were Bevier. A very short distance down the always friends around to lend a helproad from their ing hand, such a farm was a lake thing happened club. The county and members road was parallel “From time to time some- recall the man with the railroad swimming tracks; there was one would flip a boat over around in the a drive-way to the in the lake, but there were lake to retrieve south which cirhis fishing lures. cled back behind always friends around to The county road the lake. This is lend a helping hand, such a would be parked where you would full of cars and find a beautiful thing happened and mem- many passersby park like atmowould stop to sphere. Out in the bers recall the man swim- visit with fishmiddle of the lake ming around in the lake to ermen on the was large cement bank of the structure which retrieve his fishing lures. ” lake. Members was the spill way, don’t recall any excess rain water vandalism done ran over the structo the park durture and under the road into a ditch, a ing those times, just good times and metal net like fence was on top of the many great visits. When I was a kid, structure to prevent fish from escaping while riding horses my sister, cousin, the lake. Members of the club paid dues and I rode back behind the reservoir and many activities took place. There just to see what we could see. Sure were boats available to take out on the enough there was a gravel path which lake for fishing. In fact, the fishing was once was the road; there was a broken so good that my uncle caught a huge down shelter house and a platform for bass and my grandparents had it mount- a barbeque pit. As time passes things ed for him and he still has it to this day. change. My grandparents have moved There were picnic tables, shelters, and to town, my father has bought their barbeque pits. Many people brought farm, and the ironic twist is my sister out there suppers in the evenings to eat now owns the Ole Reservoir. That’s by the lake and others brought musi- Life in the Country.
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Macon Home Press • South Edition • hpsouth.com
LOCAL SPORTS
Lady Cats Overtake Lady Bulldogs BY SAMANTHA TEMPLETON CORRESPONDENT kathy@maconhomepress.com
The LaPlata Bulldogs were no match Tuesday night in the TCC match-up against the Bevier Lady Cats. Going into half time the Lady Cats were ahead 25-20. They proceeded to keep this lead in the second half as well ending the game 47-37. Dominica Prokup led the Lady Cats in points with 20. She also had five rebounds, four assists, and four steals. Valle Wilson was right behind her with 17 points,
three rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Leading defensively was Taylor Hedworth with a big 14 rebounds, seven points, two assists, and two steals. Beth Ashenfelter had 3 points, one rebound, two assists, and three steals. Cheyenne Shelmadine had 5 rebounds and four steals. The Lady Cats continue their prowl to take home the Conference Title with only two TCC games to go. Their record improves to 13-6 (6-0) TCC.
Wildcats couldn’t hang with the Bulldogs BY SAMANTHA TEMPLETON CORRESPONDENT kathy@maconhomepress.com
The Bevier Wildcat put up a good fight, but just couldn’t match up to the LaPlata Bulldogs. Brett Peukert led the Wildcats led offensively with
20 points and four rebounds. Mike Messe, in his first appearance as a Wildcat, contributed 5 points and four points. McKensey Pipes had 4 points, four rebounds, and four assists. Aaron Peter was right behind him with 3 points. Jesses Ashenfelter with 2 points. The Wildcats drop to 6-12 (2-4) TCC.
MACON COUNTY BASKETBALL The Lady Raiders played the Knox County Lady Eagles on Wednesday night during the Brashear Tournament. Cassandra Peterson is shown playing defense for the Lady Raiders. Macon County lost their contest 39 to 69 and will play for 3rd place on Saturday.
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23119 St. Hwy T • Excello, MO 65247 • 660-775-2347 • www.brennanrealty.net
9.5A Macon: #9160 - REDUCED! Nice well built brick ranch home w/ full basement. 3BR 3BA, sunroom, nice gazebo, 2 stocked ponds, 24x40 shop/garage & 12x20 pole building. Blacktop road. Great Location! $140,000.
Excello: #1679 - REDUCED! Wonderful 3bdrm brick home with 2 full baths, 1 half bath. easy access to Thomas Hill lake. Huge garage would be great as a workshop, equipped with plenty of space and electricity. $150,000
5A Thomas Hill Lake: #5329 - REDUCED! Extremely nice 1999 - built 1.5 story log-sided home, private setting, beautifully landscaped, approved for dock. Finished walkout basement. $229,500
3.9A Bevier: #3164 - NEW LISTING! Enjoy country living in this energy efficient 4 BR 2BA bsmnt home. lots of new updates. Large stocked pond outside your back door. 30x40 dtchd garage. Beautiful landscaped yard. $164,900
48A Excello: #48229 - Private 48A w/ awesome strip pit for fishing & hunting. Very clean comfortable 3BR 2BA home. 30x40 pole metal buidling. Year round recreation for the avid outdoorsman. $229,500
WANTED - ALL TYPES OF PROPERTIES! Farms Big Or Small, Hunting Land & Homes With Or Without Acreage. Sales are GREAT & We NEED Your Property to Sell!
31A Atlanta #31349 - Fantastic 2,000 sq. ft. log home, overlooking beautiful pond. 3BR 2BA + great room, separate family room. Efficient ground-source heating, attached garage, 30x30 pole bldg shop, blktop frontage. $319,000. 5A Callao #5248 - Attractive 4BR ranch stle brick home on 5A. Vaulted ceiling, bay windows. Brick fireplace. Full bsmt w/ concrete storm shelter. 50x81 bldg. $248,000 Would sell 20 or 40 more acres w/ house & 5A.
47A Macon: #58459 - Awesome 4BR 3BA lake style home, very private property close to Hwy 63. Home has cathedral ceiling in oak, tongue & groove. Solid oak throughout. Built in 2002: 39X47 garage w/ living quarters above. Attached shop w/ 13’ door for RV. Pond is 35ft deep for walleye. Beautiful property ready to move into. Priced below market value. $429,000.
David W. Bond, Broker Assoc. 660-384-2439 James Brennan - 660-651-5023 Donna Bond - 660-775-2476 Jerry Biswell - 573-881-0183 Jim Meyer - 660-353-1815 Kenny Huber - 660-222-3228
Kristin Chesher - 660-788-1344 Peggy Edwards - 660-415-7380 Gary Peyton - 660-651-0869 Stacy Kitchen - 660-384-1619
2.6A Callao #1300 - Beautiful older 2 story home w/ some updates, has 6BR 2BA. Nice shaded yard. Detached 32x32 garage/workshop. Beautiful setting! Close to Thomas Hill Lake on blktp. $130,000.
45.5 New Cambria #4573 - Beautiful place for new home! Utilities at road. This small acreage has fishing pond, nice shade trees, fenced pasture ready for livestock. Good 32x42 ft. barn. Would make wonderful hobby farm or week-end getaway! $73,000.
26A Clifton Hill 26179 - Completely remodeled 3BR 3BA home. 30x30 game room w/ bar. Nice big deck w/24ft above ground pool. 40x48 well insulated garage. Nicely landscaped yard. $179,500.
8.5 Callao #82595 - 100x200 all steel, concrete, elect. & insulated 8yr old bldg. Easy access from major hwy. Great commercial property for many types of businesses. $259,500.
40A Cairo #401495 - NEW LISTING! Very clean ranch style 2BR 1BA home. Nice 24x60 bldg., 3 ponds, creed & food plots make for excellent hunting. Trails through woods. $149,500.
3A Huntsville #3242 - REDUCED! Nice 2BR 2BA earth contact home. Living room & kitchen has cathedral ceiling. Appliances, carpet & furnace is approx 2 yers old. Office building has electric furnace Elmer #218475 - REDUCED! Home & central air, storage in back . & bldg on 218A w/ 160A m-l timber, Beautiful landscaping. $196,000. 25A CRP income, small open fields surrounded by woods, creek, 1.5A Callao #1110-C - w/ 80x120 awesome hunting tract! $414,200 all steel, concrete, elec, 2 LP gas furnaces w/ air. 2 nice offices w/ Thomas Hill Lake #52532 kitchen/concession area, 2BA. REDUCED! Thriving country store Attached to a 40x98 pole, metal, w/ gasoline, deli, cafe, bait & tackle concrete, w/2 sliding doors & shop. Caters to family fishing, concrete loading dock. Road camping, boating & tournaments. frontage on all sides. $110,000 Great potential for growth! $134,000.
7.7 Elmer #120239-7 - Good 4BR 2BA farm house. Newer carpet & sheetrock. New roof & all new water lines. 7 excellent outbldgs. $89,000. Macon #20839 - Two story home w/ 6BR 3BA. Lots of storage. Walkin closets off of bdrms. could make into rental apartments. Endless possibilites. $39,900. 112A M-L Atlanta 112320 - Good combination farm, great building sites, excellent location close to Hwy 63. $320,000, joins 60A row crop also for sale at $220,000. See all of our listings at www.brennanrealty..net