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National 4-H Shooting Competition Lewis County was represented by three youth and two adults at the National 4-H Shooting Sports Competition. SEE PAGE 3A

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Serving the communities of Lewis County, Mo. since 1862 (USPS 088-820) Vol. XL New Series, No. 27 Canton, Mo. 63435 • 20 Pages • 4 Sections • 55 cents

Thursday, July 5, 2012

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CANTON TEEN INJURED IN WRECK A Canton teen was injured at 6 p.m. June 30, in a two-vehicle headon collision on Lewis County Road 344th Avenue. Brooke M. Wells, 17, was taken by Lewis County Ambulance to Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Ill., where she was treated and released. Asouthbound 1995 Jeep Cherokee driven by Braden D. Marten, 18, of Canton, and a northbound 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche driven by Collin B. Hogan, 16, of Canton, met on a bridge and collided, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Wells was a passenger in the Marten vehicle. Also assisting were the Lewis County Sheriff’s Department and LaGrange First Responders.

SECOND MOTORCYCLEDEER ACCIDENT IN LEWIS COUNTY IN TWO MONTHS For the second time in Lewis County, a motorcycle has struck a deer, injuring the riders. Charles A. McFail, 41, of Sedalia, had moderate injuries in an accident in the southbound lanes on U.S. 61 10 miles north of Canton June 29 at 10:35 p.m. He was ejected, and later taken with apparently moderate injuries to Blessing Hospital by Lewis County Ambulance. McFail wore a helmet. There was moderate damage to his cycle. Two Quincy residents had moderate injuries when ejected from a motorcycle that struck a deer May 5 on U.S. 61 south of LaGrange.

NECAC BEGINS NEW PROGRAM FOR RESIDENTS SIXTY AND UP NECAC is starting a new program called “Chillin’ at 60. It will cover Marion, Ralls, Lewis, Monroe and Shelby counties. Income-qualified people ages 60 and older can get fans or (with a signed and dated letter from a doctor on letterhead with phone number) air conditioners. However, this isn’t just a giveaway or a one-time event. NECAC is asking area residents, businesses, community groups, churches and other organizations to become partners in the project and help by contributing.

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The community showed county-wide patriotic spirit with the placement of many flags on streets and homes. Many communities celebrated the 4th of July with events and activities.

County involved with two bridge projects BY DAN STEINBECK Editor dan@lewispnj.com

A bridge repair and a bridge replacement project are underway in Lewis County. The larger of the projects is bridge replacement on 280th Street, (County Road 580). Much of the bridge was damaged in flooding and debris piled on the bridge pilings after June 27, 2011 storms that battered the whole County. The new bridge is expected to cost in the neighborhood of $400,000, but is eligible for an 80-percent federal match, with 20 percent of it in local match money and in-kind services. The old bridge was 70 feet, and the new one is expected to be over 100 feet and be wider than 24 feet. According to the Lewis County Road and Bridge secretary Regina Dredge, the bridge is now in the engineering phase, and bids could be let in October. It may take a year to complete the project.

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The 280th Street bridge is one of two scheduled for repair.

A smaller County bridge project is a deck replacement that is under way on County Road 527 near Dover, commonly called Brown Bridge, named for a nearby family. The approach to this bridge will

also be widened. The County Road and Bridge department is also hauling rock on County roads and routine repair.

COUNTY SALES TAX REVENUES ARE ON THE INCREASE BY DAN STEINBECK Editor dan@lewispnj.com

For now, there is some good news for Lewis County on tax revenues. With half of 2012 past, Lewis County is approximately $65,954 ahead (in six funds in rounded numbers) over what was brought in during the first six months of 2011. The bulk of that is a $45,000 increase in the local use tax, on purchases made outside of Lewis County and brought in to the County. Lewis County Presiding Commissioner Wayne “Fid” Murphy Jr. said the County got a little scare

when May tax revenues were all down substantially, but rebounded in June. Murphy suspects a flurry of construction projects – including grain bin construction and several other projects primarily in Canton might have a role in this. “The local use tax has gone up and that would be for materials bought out of state and brought here,” Murphy said. He also noted construction workers stay and eat in the area, further contributing to the higher revenues. County Clerk Sharon Schlager said the local use tax is the highest it has been in more than a half dozen years. The fund was started

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much of that not to conin 1996. There have been no less struction, but the opening than a half dozen construc- last year of a grocery store. However, LaGrange tion projects so far this year City Administrator Mark in Canton. While it is certainly good Campbell and LaBelle City news on the County level, Clerk Debbie Hudnut said it’s not translating to the their respective city tax levcount: 372 els are holding steady. same benefit on allWord municipal levels. County sales tax Hudnut revenues said the ADM are on the increase grain storage expansion Canton City Clerk Cindy Kell said there hasDan been an project Steinbeck, Editor in LaBelle wouldn’t increase in Canton tax mon- be reflected in sales taxes, For now, therebut is some in property tax income ey, but it is just bringing the news for Lewis County next tax levels back to good comparaon tax revenues. year. Ewing officials couldn’t ble with 2008 levels, when With fl half of 2012 be reached by press deadCanton was hit with ood fighting costs, followed by line. Murphy said the extra a recession. Lewistown Treasurer money for the county will Lori Washburn said Lew- make it easier for a funding istown tax revenues are match for some major road up slightly, and attributed and bridge construction projects (see above story).

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LOCAL NEWS Local Students Receive President’s Scholarship at Missouri Baptist University

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The following students have received Missouri Baptist University’s President’s Scholarship. Seth Shaffer of Canton, Mo., and Allyssa Underwood of Palmyra, Mo. MBU President’s Scholarships are available for up to $7,500 per year. Students qualify for the award based on their cumulative GPA and ACT or SAT scores, and they must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale to renew the award. Missouri Baptist University is a Christ-centered

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university located in Saint Louis. MBU offers more than 40 undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees in education, business and religion and its new terminal degree, the Doctor of Education. In addition to its 66-acre West St. Louis County campus, MBU offers degree programs at 10 regional learning centers throughout St. Louis, in Southern Illinois and online. For more information, go to www.mobap. edu or call 1-877-4341115.

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A ribbon cutting for the opening of Steak ‘N Shake and Ayerco 32 was held June 28. Steve Ayers and members of his family, community and Steak ‘N Shake officials cut the ribbon to open the new restaurant that features a drive-thru, the first in the area. The Ayerco is open for business, and will be a great asset to the public.

After more than 20 years of service to the Hannibal community and tri-state area, John C. Grossmeier, President and Chief Executive Officer of Hannibal Regional Healthcare System, has announced his retirement effective December 21, 2012. John will be leaving the healthcare profession which he has been honored to serve since 1974. Throughout his tenure at Hannibal Regional, John has served the community in many ways.

The Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Board of Directors has formed a Search Committee to begin recruitment efforts. The Hannibal Regional Healthcare System President and Chief Executive Officer position is expected to be filled prior to John’s departure in December. Hannibal Regional Healthcare System remains committed to providing excellent, quality care to serve the patients of northeast Missouri.

Liberty Utilities set to acquire Atmos Energy Liberty Utilities Company announced July 2 it has received all federal and stat regulatory approvals required to complete it’s acquisition of Atmos Energy’s natural gas business in Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri. It is anticipated the acquisition will close August 1. Approval was granted based on both companies committing resources to support a smooth transition of natural gas service to Liberty Utilities. This includes assurance that

utility services and all aspects of customer care for the 84,000 natural gas distribution customers will continue seamlessly. “We appreciate the thorough review of the transaction by regulatory officials and parties to the proceedings in Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri,” said Ian Robertson, Chief Executive Officer, Liberty Utilities. “We now look forward to the day we start providing local and responsive service to business and residential customers in the Midstate region.”

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Hot Weather Rule protects residents from having electricity shut off during times of extreme heat due to nonpayment of a utility bill. Every summer, Missourians suffer from heatrelated illnesses and even death due to excessive temperatures. If a representative of a utility attempts to disconnect electricity service when Missouri’s Hot Weather Rule is in effect, the resident should remind the utility that it is prohibited from disconnecting service and immediately call the Missouri Public Service Commission at (800) 393-4211.

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LOCAL NEWS Lewis County represented at National 4-H Shooting Sports Competition

Thank you for the food, cards, help, prayers and concern extended to our family following our daughter, Marys, accident. We appreciate your thoughtfulness. Francis & Nancy Ellison

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Three youth and two adults from Lewis County were part of a large group that represented Missouri at the National 4-H Shooting Sports competition held June 18-22 in Grand Island, NE. Clayton Hinton, Canton, was a member of the Small Bore Pistol team that placed 4th overall. Chase Wilson, Lewistown, placed 1st Individual in FITA,

1st Individual in Field, and 2nd Individual in 3D, all in Recurve Archery. Chase also place 1st Overall Individual and his team placed 4th Overall. Ryan Waterman, Durham, was member of the Hunting Skills team, and placed 1st Individual in Wildlife ID and Management, 4th, Individual in Hunting Decision Making, and 10th Individual in Hunting Skills.

Ryan placed 4th Overall Individual while his team swept the stage with 1st place Overall team and all 4 members taking 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Overall Individuals. Tim Coy, Lewistown, was the coach for the Hunting Skills team that Ryan participated on and was proud to see the team do so well. Jim Turner, Ewing, was the coach for the

Shotgun team that placed 6th Overall in very tough competition. Weather was a major factor for all competitors with one day being 95 degrees and 30 mile an hour winds while the next day was 70 degrees and rain. Both Tim and Jim devote many hours to training their teams for the National Shooting Sports competition each year.

American Red Cross Issues Emergency Call for donors The American Red Cross blood supply has reached emergency levels with 50,000 fewer donations than expected in

June. This shortfall leaves the Red Cross with half the readily available blood products on hand now than this time last year.

The Red Cross is calling on all eligible blood donors – now more than ever. All blood types are needed.

Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information.

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BUY LEWIS COUNTY

BEILSTEIN CAMPER SALES

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Beilstein Camper Sales owner, Jim Beilstein, longtime employee Bev Daggs, and general manager Bruce Morall, invite the community to visit the Beilstein Camper Sales business, south of LaGrange, and view the wide selection of campers, RVs and motor homes available.

When George and Lorine Beilstein went to an event almost 60 years ago and discovered a small camper to fit on pickup trucks, they liked what they saw and decided to bring a couple Dreamer truck campers home to see if other people would like them also. What started as a couple of campers in their yard to supplement their farm income, expanded with the addition of truck covers, travel trailers, 5th wheels and motor homes, and has become a well-known

and established business in the community for over 56 years. Son Jim Beilstein purchased the business in 1972. The business has continued to grow with expanded showroom and service facilities, more options for customers with new and improved campers and equipment and a complete service facility with loyal employees and generations of customers. Camping has evolved over the last 60 years, from truck toppers to small travel trailers

to luxury models that have all the amenities of home or a nice hotel room. Camping isn’t just “roughing it” in the great outdoors, but also a great way to vacation to events where hotel rooms are unavailable. The business also sells a wide assortment of accessories, including awnings and party lights, although over the years, many accessories have become standard on most of the campers. They take pride in their service work, providing warranty work or any-

thing a customer may need. Bruce Morrall has been general manager for eight years. He said the Beilstein Camper Sales staff of 13 employees are a dedicated group of experienced,hard working people that take pride a lot of pride in their work and their commitment to the products they sell and service. Morrall and owner Jim Beilstein both commented on the fact that customer satisfaction and loyalty are important to their business and

they strive to provide great customer service. They said that the Lewis County community has supported them very well over the years and now through the internet they are supplying products to customers all over the world. Jim Beilstein said the business has been flooded out three times over the years, 1972, 1993 and 2008, where they have had to relocate for a time, but they always come back, stronger than ever. Beilstein Camper

Sales, four miles south of LaGrange, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. The business open houses a couple of times a year, and they encourage people to come and view the wide selections of campers and equipment anytime. The phone number is (573) 655-2254 or visit the web site at www.beilsteincampersales.com

Don’t Lose Your Independence This Fourth of July The Fourth of July is one of the deadliest holidays of the year due to substanceimpaired driving crashes. Local law enforcement will be out in full force July 3–8 seeking impaired drivers through increased sobriety checkpoints and roving and saturation patrols.

No warnings. No excuses. Those who drive impaired will be arrested. Don’t risk losing your independence by choosing to drink and drive. “Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs has serious consequences,” said Leanna Depue, execu-

tive committee chair for the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety. “Often, people have a hard time recuperating financially from the cost of an arrest or the crash itself. Violators risk killing or harming others, face jail time, the loss of their driver licenses, higher

insurance rates and dozens of other unanticipated expenses from attorney fees, fines and court costs, car towing and repairs, and lost time at work.” During last year’s Fourth of July holiday weekend, 212 people were arrested for driving under the influ-

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EDITORIAL THIS IS LIFE

Let’s plan a summer vacation!

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BY DAN STEINBECK EDITOR dan@lewispnj.com

Pity the poor travel agents. It’s officially summer, and the time people used to consider what to do for vacations. Although it is hot out, that doesn’t mean it’s conducive to vacation planning. Want to go to Colorado? Oops that option is out, due to the state burning with wildfires. No problem, let’s go fishing in northern Minnesota. Oops, that won’t work either, due to major flooding that probably has left plenty of fish, but plenty of mess too. How about Florida? No sorry, not right now. They’ve already had some tropical storms and tornadoes. Try again at a later time. How about that favorite lake in the Midwest? Well, it won’t be the same because the lush green grass around the lake is brown and prickly this year. The lake is too low due to lack of rain in which to put the boat. California? Nope, they have earthquakes, and snobbish celebrities. Washington D.C.? Nope, too many politicians in an election year and phony candidates acting non-phony at political fund-raisers. Greece? Not until their economies stabilize a little. Alaska? Possibly, just don’t get caught up in the debris washing up from last year’s Japanese tsunami. Aruba? Be careful. Just don’t get murdered, because their police take a while to solve crimes. Rumor has it their police

STEINBECK have recently upgraded their detectives tools to include notebooks. Pencils will arrive in another year. London? Not while the Olympics are going on, if you actually want to see something and avoid the crowds. Paris? No they have French people. Take in a sporting event? Just keep watch over children who may be prey of sexually perverted coaches. Cross country drive? Are you kidding, with the price of gas? Perhaps this is the only option. Cut out beautiful pictures from travel magazines. Drive to a new car lot. So as not to dirty the windows with tape, members of the family can take turns holding a travel magazine picture as the other family members sit in the car, start the engine, crank the tunes and the air conditioning up, and sit there, pretending to travel. When the salesman comes out and asks you to leave, go to another lot and someone else in the family holds up the travel magazine pictures. Ahhh. How relaxing. It’s almost like being there.

ADVENTURES OF WONDER MOM

Organization… A Wonder Mom’s best super-power One of the most important parts of saving yourself time, money and stress is keeping yourself organized. This is one thing that many mothers struggle with the most. In going through the day, it’s so easy to toss this here, and put that there, but ultimately, when cleaning up or dealing with anything else, it ends up wasting precious time that could be spent playing with your little ones, soaking in a hot bath, or watching a movie on Lifetime. Unfortunately, good organization can cost money as well. With that being said, the first thing that a Wonder Mom needs to do is to organize their finances. This week’s Wonder Mom challenge is to get (and keep) receipts for an entire pay period. If you’re paid weekly, keep them for a week; if you’re paid bi-monthly, keep your receipts for two weeks. From there, it’s easy to determine what your expenses are and how you could cut back on them. Here is an example of what I learned from my own spending: In one week, I spent $40 on gas, $15.90 on Mountain Dew and $36 on food. That’s about $92. I was buying my food and drinks from convenience stores daily. I bought ten 20 oz bottles of Mountain Dew for $1.59 before tax. That equals up to 200 oz of M.D. for $15.90. At Walmart, I can buy a 12-

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BARTLETT pack of 12 oz M.D. for $4.97 before tax (which is 144 oz). When paying for the bottles, I was spending $.0795 per ounce. When buying the cans, I spent $.0345 per ounce. So, to put that in perspective, I spent $15.90 for 200 oz of M.D. when I could’ve bought the cans and only spent $6.90. If you couple that with packing a sandwich for lunch every day, I can cut my spending down to $11.90 a week (not including gas because I can’t really cut down on the driving that I do). That saves me $40 a week or $2080 a year. Can someone say shopping spree?! Once you’ve determined your expenses (and although I haven’t done so here, please include everything into your expenses), we can move on to the next step: Budgeting.

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This photo taken by Piner Photography in La Belle, Mo and is from the Frances Byers possessions. The photo was provided by Mrs. Ida Byers. Anyone with any information about the photo or the identity can contact Mrs. Ida Byers in La Belle or the Press News Journal.

LEWIS COUNTY HISTORY

BACKWARD GLANCES From the pages of early Lewis County newspapers 25 Years Ago The Press-News Journal June 2, 1987 A budget ordinance for fiscal 1987-88 was passed Monday night in a continuation of a recessed June 15 meeting of the Canton Board of Aldermen. The budget ordinance, passed as written, calls for total expected revenue of #291,624, and the total funds available including the expected revenue is $352,474. The balance is for cash flow purposes for items where payment is due after January 1. A horrified crowd screamed and scrambled out of the way of a large Brahma bull that broke through a fence Friday at the LaBelle Rodeo, pinning one girl, causing her to be hospitalized. Jessica Legg, 8, of Ewing, was reportedly pinned and butted several times by the bull “Frito Bandito” which tore through the wire fence. Injuries thought to be severe at the time have since proved to be only bruises and her chest and back and no apparent broken bones. It appears Phan’s Inn Oriental Restaurant will stay in Canton offering the same types of food, under new management. Den Daughtry, Canton, will be the new manager for Phan’s Inn Oriental Restaurant, located at 440 Clark Street. Daughtry, who formerly owned the Busy Bee Restaurant, said the menu will remain basically the same as it did under the management of Phan Froman, offering both Oriental and American food, with a daily buffet. He also hopes to put in a seafood buffet on Saturdays. 50 Years Ago The Press-News Journal July 5, 1962 Culver-Stockton’s new men’s residence will be named James Shan-

non Hall, in honor of Dr. James Shannon, first president of the college, then Christian University. The Board of Trustees announced the selection of the name this week, terminating much speculation among area residents. The Rev. O. Otto Steinhaus, Minister of Education at First Methodist church in Evanston, Ill., since 1954m who was assigned at Conference to Immanuel Methodist church at Canton for the ensuing year, will deliver the first message from his new pulpit at morning worship services Sunday, July 8. July 1 was an eventful day for the fisherman of Lewis and adjoining counties with the opening of Deer Ridge Community lake north of Lewistown. The opening gun, fired at 1:01 p.m., set about 450500 fishermen out on the 49 acre impoundment built by the Conservation Commission in 1959 on land donated by citizens of the county. The night was bright with lights of all descriptions for the opening and the fish were very cooperative. 75 Years Ago The Press-News Journal July 8, 1937 For several years it has been the wish of people interesting in county welfare to have nursing service in Lewis County. This wish received fulfillment July 1 in the arrival of Miss Muriel Schopp, county health nurse. W.H. McDonald is actively in charge of CulverStockton College, having assumed the presidency of the institution on July 1. Arthur Howard and Paul Gorrell have been attending the radio demonstration schools recently. Mr. Howard has been close observer and hard student of electrical equipment ever since he entered the business. Mr. Gorrell spe-

cializes in radios and is an efficient mechanic.

125 Years Ago The Lewis County Journal July 8, 1887

95 Years Ago The Lewis County Journal July 6, 1917

No man is ever turned away hungry from a Canton hotel, judging from the sumptuous fare set before the guests of any of our four hotels. We took dinner at the Canton House and found mine host, Mr. Logan, in good spirits. His table was set with all the market affords and withal kind and urbane treatment from both proprietors and employees. The 4th at Tolona: the 111th anniversary at Tolona will long be remembered with pleasant reflections, by the 1,000 people and more who picnicked there on the 4th. The crowd would have unfortunately been much larger, and therefore much less enjoyable had it not been for the big attractions at Quincy, and the extreme busy harvesting season. More than 40 years ago, beneath the same great oak trees, upon he same grass swords and by the same “babbling brooks”, an old-fashioned Methodist camp meeting was held, at which large numbers of the pioneers were converted. But only three of those old white-haired people were on the grounds on the 4th. Perhaps no feature of the day’s festivities deserves more special mention than the group of 38 lovely girls who were mounted in a vehicle and prepared for the occasion, each one of whom wore a goddess’ crown and a lettered badge representing one of the 38 states. A new fair association has been organized at LaGrange styled, the LaGrange Fair Association. They have bought the old fairgrounds near LaGrange and will have a fair there this coming August, beginning on the 23rd, and lasting to the 26th inclusive. The officers of the new fair are J.H. Sudduth, president; Lewis Schneider, secretary; H.P. Tate, treasurer.

The pastors of the Methodist and Christian Churches of Monticello have arranged to exchange pulpits on the second Sunday evenings during the summer months, accordingly Rev. Geo. Snyder, pastor of the Christian Church next Sunday evening at 8 o’ clock. D.C. Burnett and Guy Sellers of Lewistown were given the contract by the court by to take the Ben Dade bridge out of the creek. It fell from the abutment during the recent flood, and turned over on its side. The bridge will likely be used somewhere for an approach or apron. 105 Years Ago The Lewis County Journal July 12, 1907 Roy W. Morton bought the barber shop formerly owned by Elmer Knight, but recently by William Frampton. Roy has sold the shop he owned in Maywood to H. Spath and will no conduct the shop here. Burhert Bros. of Edina came down in their automobile Friday. On coming up the south bridge hill they put all of their speed on and could not get the high speed off. They were brought in their machine to Monticello by a farmer in a two horse wagon and spent a few hours at the blacksmith shop trying to repair or devise some way of getting the high speed off. The car was a handsome machine it being a black, for which these gentlemen are agents.

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LOCAL NEWS Bringer - Shepherd engagement

Roberts and Mayes Shaw engagement announced graduates from University of Missouri St. Louis Sarah Rose Shaw graduated May 13, 2012 from the University of Missouri- St. Louis with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. She is the daughter of Mike and Brenda Quigley and the granddaughter of Lola Coons of Canton, Mo.

BOBBY SHEPHERD AND RACHEL BRINGER

The parents of Rachel Lane Bringer of Palmyra, Mo., and Bobby Ray Shepherd of Hannibal, Mo., are pleased to announce the wedding of their children. Rachel Bringer is the daughter of Marvin and Loretta Bringer of Maywood. She graduated from Palmyra High School, the University of Missouri-Columbia, and the University of Missouri School of Law. Bringer currently serves as the Presiding Circuit Judge for the Tenth Judicial Circuit, which consists of Marion, Monroe, and Ralls Counties. Bobby Shepherd is the son of Bobby and Billie Shepherd of DeQueen, Ark,, and he is the father of Dalton Shepherd of Hannibal. Shepherd graduated from DeQueen High School and the University of Arkansas with a degree in chemical engineering. He is employed with BASF Corporation-Agricultural Division as a Senior Project Manager. A small church wedding is planned for July 21, 2012, at South Union Baptist Church in Maywood. The luncheon reception will be at 1:00 p.m. on July 21, 2012 at the American Legion Hall in Palmyra. The reception is open to the public. To assist with preparation, reservations are required by July 10, 2012. Please RSVP with your name, address, and number attending to Mr. and Mrs. Marvin and Loretta Bringer, 4125 CR 118, Maywood, MO 63454. Due to the ethical guidelines governing judges, Bobby and Rachel respectfully request no gifts.

ERIN MAYES AND MICHAEL ROBERTS

The parents of Michael Roberts and Erin Mayes are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their children. The bride-elect is the daughter of Bill and Susan Mayes of Lentner, Missouri. She is a 2008 graduate of South Shelby High School and graduated from Truman State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. She is currently employed at Macon Coca-Cola in Macon, Missouri. Roberts is the son of Jesse and Martha Roberts of Ewing, Missouri. He is a 2008 graduate of Highland High School and graduated from Truman State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He is currently employed at Palmyra State Bank in Palmyra, Missouri. The couple will marry on August 4 in Shelbina.

Missouri University of Science and Technology announces honor list Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla announces the names of students who made the honor list for the 2012 Spring semester. Travis Wayne Catron of Ewing, Mo., a sophomore in engineering. Andrew Patrick Sharp of La Belle, Mo., a senior in mechanical engineering. Nathan Zachary Tramel of Canton, Mo., a senior in computer engineering. Those on the list carried a minimum of 12 hours and had grade point averages of 3.2 or above out of a possible 4.0 Missouri S&T is one of four campuses in the University of Missouri System and one of the nation’s top technological research universities. For more information about Missouri S&T, visit the website at www.mst.edu or contact the admissions office at 800-522-0938.

BUSINESS AND SERVICE DIRECTORY Land of Lincoln Countertops

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FAMILY INSURANCE GROUP, LLC “Insuring Your Family Is Our Business” Computer repairs / upgrades Computer related supplies In-shop & on-site service 900 South 4th Canton, MO Call us at (573) 288 - 8300

New computer sales Pre-owned computers Business / Residential Mark Fryer, Proprietor Countrysidecomputer.com

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Community members raising funds for the Canton R-V Buddy Pack program (Lewis County) accepted a $2050 check from the Nichols Foundation. Pictured l to r: Rev. Amanda Ross, Judy Eaton, Robin Jarvis (accepting check), Bev Dunn (presenting check), Stacey Nicholas, and Anne Davis. The goal of the Buddy Pack program is to raise enough funds to ensure that 100 low-income Canton school children take home a back pack of nutritious food over the weekends when school is in session. The annual cost of each Buddy Pack is $180.

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Immanuel Methodist Church pastor Amanda Ross set goals for her vacation bible study participants to raise money for the buddy pack program. After reaching one of the goals Ross died her hair blue, and after raising over $1,000 for the buddy pack program Pastor Ross shaved her head in front of her entire VBS congregation.

Culver-Stockton College K. Scott McGaughey (Director of Annual Giving) accepted a donation for Sharon Roberts (Branch Supervisor) of Heartland Bank and Trust Company in Canton, MO. The $500.00 donation is designated for the C-SC Annual Fund, which is used for providing student scholarships.

This dog Skeeter, is cooling off in a really creative way. Hubert Sharp of La Bella belongs to this dog,and Hubert says Skeeter is smarter than most people.

UPCOMING EVENTS Have an event to share? Submit it to news@lewispnj.com or call 288-5668. JULY 11-15 Lewis Co. Fairgrounds Lewis Co. FairOpening ceremony July 11 at noon. Fair Queen Contest at 6 p.m. JULY 8 Mt. Olivet Baptist Church VBS 5pm Supper

La Grange July 21 Green Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Pre-Anniversary banquet and concert La Grange Lions Hall 6pm August 7 Lewis County Primary Elections

We want your photos! Send us photos of recent area events and we will include them on our Social News page! Please make sure your photos are at least 300 dpi, and also send us a note indicating who is in the photo. Send your photos to ads@lewispnj.com or P.O. Box 227, Canton, MO 63435. Sorry, any photos sent via the mail cannot be returned. C Y

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HELP WANTED FARM HAND experienced in various large farm equipment for all seasons. CDL preferred. Only interested parties with desire to work need apply. If interested call Brian 660-341-0130 25-27+ _________________________ HEAVY EQUIPMENT operator, experience required on bulldozer, trachole, scrapper, and trenchers. Only interested parties with desire to work need apply. If interested call Brian 660341-0130 25-27+

Immediate openings at Canton Comfort Inn. Housekeeping and Guest services. Must apply in person.

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Lewis County Nursing Home is now accepting applications for a full time Maintenance position. Must be willing to be on call every other weekend. Apply at Lewis County Nursing Home, 17538 State Hwy 81, Canton MO. 26-27 _________________________ Lewis County Nursing Home is now accepting applications for a part time Transportation position. Must have a Chauffer’s license. Apply at Lewis County Nursing Home, 17538 State Hwy 81, Canton MO. 26-27

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Call Tori Niemann at 573406-8929 26-28* _________________________

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Country Aire Retirement Estate has a full/part time opening for a CNA 2-10. Every other weekend required. Responsible for providing direct and individualized care to residents.

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Interested applicants can contact: Jill Luebbehusen, Director of Nursing 18540 State Hwy 16, Lewistown MO 573-215-2216 or email jluebbehusen@platinumhc.net

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Police Officer - LaGrange, Mo The City of LaGrange is accepting applications for the position of police Officer. Candidates must be at least 21 years old; possess a high school diploma or GED; have a good driving record; be P.O.S.T. certified in Missouri; and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. The City of LaGrange offers an excellent benefit package. Applicants may apply in person or mail application/resume to the City of LaGrange Police Department, 204 West Washington Street, LaGrange, Mo 63448. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

NOTICE LIFE TIME TAXI - service Canton and Lewis County. Call 573-288-0334 26-29* _________________________ CARING home daycare openings available. Call Noelle at 573-288-0731 or 217-617-0084 26-28*

LAND WANTED: 15 - 50+ acres within 15 min. of Quincy. Pond and timber a big plus. With or without house. 217-242-0335. 23-28+ _________________________

LOST BLACK MALE lab mix with orange collar from Tolona area; answers to Buddy. Contact Bill Rash 573-4943579 26+ _________________________

Make some cash! Sell it in the Press-News Journal 573-288-5668

FOR SALE SQUARE BALES of straw 573-655-4463 13-34* _________________________ FIREWOOD - seasoned, cut, split, stacked, $30/pickup load; green, cut, split, you pickup, $20/pickup load; You cut fallen tree yourself, FREE. Call Tom Dolan 573529-4522. 37-(3-15) _________________________ BEETS BY ORDER. Jonas Yoder, 13705 285th Ave., Canton, Mo. 26-28* _________________________ MULCH, formerly sold by ARKI-TEC Landscaping, bulk seed, bagged sawdust. Yoder’s Sawmill, 3 mi. W of Canton, 2 1/2 mi. N on Rt. F 21-26* _________________________ 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, loaded, 157,000 miles, $3,000. (217)-440-2276 25+ _________________________ 2005 CHRYSLER Town & Country 109k miles, loaded, asking $7300.00 573-4067625. Please leave message. 26-28* _________________________ HOUSE IN LEWISTOWN, extra nice 2 bedroom home, w/attached 1 car garage, all newly remodeled inside/ out, including new hickory cabinets, bathroom fixtures, carpet, siding & windows, nice yard, mature trees. For information or to see call 573-406-9702. 24tf _________________________ BUILDING lot 1006 Bland, Canton. Pat Vice 573-2883265. 24-29* _________________________ 1999 DUTCH MH For Sale Propane Tank, Huge Deck, 3bd, 2ba. All Upgrades, $15K OBO, Call 402-3210927

SEEKING RN Country Aire Retirement Estates has a position available on our team for a dynamic RN. Experience in LTC a +, MO RN license. WE offer a skilled nursing staff in a homelike setting, medical;dental, life ins., PTO, 401. Just as we are known for going the extra mile for our Residents, Country Aire Retirement Estates is committed to doing the same for our team. Stop by for an application or contact our Director of Nursing Jill Luebbehusen RN at 573-215-2216 or jluebbehusen@platinumhc.net EOE

WANTED: YOUR AUCTION! We Want Your Auction. GIVE US A CALL - YOUR PLACE OR OURS! HEARTLAND AUCTION MO Office-Hwy. 136 Wayland, MO, 660-754-6624 Dan Buntin Auctioneer s Cell: 309-337-6607 www.heartlandauctions.net GIVE US A CALL - WE SELL IT ALL!

SEEKING LPN Country Aire Retirement Estates Job Summary: Responsible for providing direct and individualized care to residents. Requirements: Licensed LPN in Missouri. Two years of experience in LT care, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Interested Applicants can contact: Debbie Sparks, Administrator, 18540 State Highway 16, Lewistown, MO 63452. (573) 215- 2216. dsparks@platinumhc.net EOE

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Murphy Hauling Restaurant & Bar For Sale – Lewistown, MO – Local community would love to see this familiar establishment open again – plenty of business nearby with close proximity to schools, ball fields, banks, hunting areas and Hwy 6 frontage. All equipment and fixtures convey. New roof and outdoor patio/beer garden. Turnkey business opportunity – asking $75,000. Call Jennifer at 217-257-8812.

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Bill Fretwell, Broker / MO & IL: 660.341.7735 BillF@FretwellLand.com Susan Adam, Sales / MO: 660.342.2773 SusanA@FretwellLand.com Craig Myers, Sales / MO: 660.341.9305 CraigM@FretwellLand.com Jennifer Wood, Sales / MO: 217.257.8812 JenniferW@FretwellLand.com

Casey’s is an equal opportunity employer Apply at: Casey’s General Store Canton & LaGrange, Mo

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MOVING SALE, Fri., July 6 from 5-8 pm, Sat. 6/7 from 8 am - 1 pm; 8 miles south of LaBelle, The Peters Residence; matching couch & loveseat, recliner, barstools, sheets, blankets, comforters, curtains, toys, clothes, knick-knacks. 27* _________________________ Yard Sale-Jay Eaton Home, 7/7 from 8 am -noon; 17718 310th Ave, Canton. 27* _________________________ GARAGE SALE - 407 Henderson, Canton. Fri.& Sat. 7/6 & 7/7 from 9 am - 5 pm. 27* _________________________

LaBelle Sr. Housing 1 bedroom, well-kept apartments for rent, income based rent, includes utilities, refrigerator and range. Quiet atmosphere. On site laundry facilities. Contact Amy Parrish, P.O. Box 169, LaBelle, MO 63447

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All real estate advertised herin is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

STORAGE UNITS - available in LaGrange starting at $30.00 per month. 573655-4457. 23tf _________________________ LEWIS COUNTY STORAGE 8x8, 12x12, and 12x24 spaces in Canton, Mo. Call Campen Rentals 573-2888966 23tf _________________________ STOREFRONT AVAILABLE, 200 North 4th, $400/ plus deposit, you pay electric, water furnished, 573288-8966. 23tf _________________________ IN LEWISTOWN nice 2 bdrm mobile home available immediately 573-4069702 or 573-406-9501 24tf _________________________ LEWISTOWN 2 bdrm mobile home, w/laundry room. Erma Dee Jones 573215-2549. 24-26+ _________________________ 2 BEDROOM apt, attached garage, in Canton, $500 per month, plus utilities, plus 1 month deposit 573-2885472. 24-26* _________________________ 3 BEDROOM home. 573406-8090. 25-27* _________________________ 2 BEDROOM Apt. 573-7953906. 25-27* _________________________ 3 BEDROOM, furnished, upper residential, off street parking, utilities included. 573-288-5597 26+ _________________________ CAMPEN RENTALS 2 bdrm duplex- $475 plus deposit, water & electric not included, no pets 573-2888966 27tf

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FOR THE RECORD IN THE 2ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT OF LEWIS COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge Fred L. Westhoff Probate Division In the Estate of Mary Burnell Ethridge deceased

) ) Case No. ) 12LE) PR00026 )

NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED

(Supervised Administration)

To all Persons Interested in the Estate of Mary Burnell Ethridge, decedent: On 14 June 2012, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of Mary Burnell Ethridge, decedent by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Lewis County, Missouri. The name, business address and phone number of the personal representative is: Barbara Heins, 14995 126th Avenue, La Belle, MO 63447; 660-462-3993 The personal representatives’ attorney’s name, business address, and phone number is: Dennis W. Smith, PO Box 308, Canton, MO 63435; 573-288-4461. All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF LEWIS COUNTY, AT MONTICELLO, MISSOURI Probate Division In the Matter of:) J.J.C., ) Estate No. ) 12LE-PR Minor ) 00031 NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to Putative Father, Robert Jovon Moore. You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court for the County of Lewis, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is Guardianship of J.J. C. The names of all parties to said action are stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of

such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of the decedent’s death: 07-May-2012 Date of first publication: 21 June 2012 /s/Jan Geisendorfer Jan Geisendorfer Circuit Clerk Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court. 1st Pub. June 21, 2012

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IN THE 2ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT OF LEWIS COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge Fred L. Westhoff Probate Division In the Estate of Charles Horton, deceased

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NOTICE OF LETTERS ADMINISTRATION GRANTED (Supervised Administration)

To all Persons Interested in the Estate of Charles Horton, decedent: On 25 June. 2012, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of Charles Horton, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Lewis County, Missouri. The personal representative’s business address and phone number is: Lewis County Public Administrator, Brett Bozarth, 405 Clark Street Ste. 120, Canton, MO 63435. All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditors by the personal representative, then within two months from the

the attorney for Petitioner is Wallace W. Trosen, P.O. Box 267, Kirksville, MO 63501.

NOTICE OF FILING FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days after the 5th day of July, 2012, judgement by default will be rendered against you.

To all persons interested in the ESTATE OF MARY S. (MARILYN) ROACH, DECEASED: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representatives of said estate will file Final Settlement and Petition for Distribution on the 16th day of July, 2012, in the Probate Division of the Lewis County Circuit Court, Monticello, Missouri, and that any objections or exceptions to such Settlement or

Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 28th day of June, 2012 /s/Jan Geisendorfer Jan Geisendorfer Circuit Clerk 1st Pub. July 5, 2012

date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of the decedent’s death: 02-April-2012 Date of first publication: 28 June 2012

Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court. 1st Pub. June 28, 2012

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Petition or any item thereof must be in writing and filed within twenty (20) days from such date. John L. Roach & Lisa Logsdon Personal Representative Briscoe, Rodenbaugh & Brannon Attorneys at Law P.O.Box 446 New London, MO 63459 Telephone:573-985-3411 Attorneys For Estate 1st Pub. June 14, 2012

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ATTENTION The Lewis County Board of Equalization will meet July 16, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. If you wish to make an appointment call the Lewis County Clerk’s Office at 573-767-5205. Appeals to Board of Equalization or to ask for an appointment must be made by July 9th. 1st Pub. June 21, 2012

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Attention Voters The last day to register to vote for the August 7, 2012 Primary Election is July 11, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. (If you are going to be 18 on or before the election you can register now!) You may register at any of the following registration sites: (Please bring some form of I.D. with you and something with a current address if your I.D. does not show the current address. Lewis County Clerk’s Office - Monticello Lewis County Health Office - Monticello Division of Family Services - Monticello Canton City Hall - Canton Canton RV High School - Canton Culver-Stockton College - Canton LaGrange City Hall - LaGrange Highland High School - Ewing Ewing City Hall - Ewing LaBelle City Hall - LaBelle Drivers License Fee Offices If you have moved within the County please send a signed letter with your new address to our office so that we can get your name in the right voter precinct books. If you moved your residence from one county to another county in the state before the July 11 deadline you must register in the new county in order to vote August 7th. Sharon Schlager, Lewis County Clerk P.O. Box 67, Monticello MO 63457 (573-767-5205)

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Public Notice of Surface Mining Application New Site Addition to permit

1st Pub. April 5, 2012

1st Pub. June 14, 2012

This sale shall be subject to the right of all present tenants to remain as tenants on the same term as now exists for as long as they qualify or until they voluntarily vacate their unit. TERMS of the SALE, Cash sale, payable 10% down at the time of the sale and the balance at the time of possession, upon delivery of a Warranty Deed and title insurance, subject to the easements and tenants continuing rights as set forth above. There are no real estate taxes due on the property. Cost of the title insurance is a buyer cost. All bid proposals shall be submitted to Ronald Powers, President, LaGrange Senior Housing, Inc., 307 N. Fifth Street, LaGrange, MO 63448. No bid for less than the appraised value of $825,000.00 will be considered. The seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any irregularities in the bidding process.

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LaGrange Senior Housing, Inc is requesting bids for a maintenance person. This person must have experience and have a general knowledge of carpentry, plumbing and minor electrical work. Please provide a copy of a liablitiy insurance policy with your bid. Must be available for emergencies. Bids are due by Monday, July 16 with the board opening bids at the board meeting on Monday, July 16, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. Please mail to LaGrange Senior Housing Inc., P.O. Box 261, LaGrange, MO 63448.

Any interested party may contact Ronald Powers, President, LaGrange Senior Housing, Inc., 307 N. Fifth Street, LaGrange, MO 63448, or by phone at 573-822-2585 or Teresa Cody, Area Specialist, USDA Rural Development, 2410 S. Franklin, Kirksville, MO 63501, or by phone at 660-665-3274, x 4, for further details.

Currently, there is only one vacant unit. The property and improvements located thereon are being sold in “as is” condition and the seller makes no warranty or representation as to the condition of the premise or any of the improvements located thereon. Anyone with questions regarding the property or any of the improvements should personally inspect the premises.

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Bid request for Maintenance Person

Central Stone Company, 46445 Sweetbay Lane, Hannibal, Missouri 63401-7211 has applied for a new site(s) addition to their permit from the Department of Natural Resources, Land Reclamation Commission, to mine Sand & Gravel on 555 acre(s) of land located in Lewis County, Section(s) 18, 19, 24. Township(s) 60 North Range(s) 5 & 6 West. This(ese) operation(s) will be conducted during the approximate dates of 6/15/2012 to 12/31/2062. Written comments, a request for an informal public meeting, and/or a formal courtroom hearing may be made by any person with a direct, personal interest in one or more of the factors that the Missouri Land Reclamation Commission may consider in issuing a permit, as required by The Land Reclamation Act, section 444.760 to 444.790 RSMo. The commission may grant a formal courtroom hearing if the commission finds, based on good faith evidence provided to them, that someone’s health safety and livelihood will be unduly impaired by the issuance of the permit. In order to be granted a formal courtroom hearing, the health, safety and livelihood impact must be within the authority of an environmental law or regulation administered by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Mail written comments, request for a formal hearing and/ or an informal public meeting to: Director, Land Reclamation Program, Department of Natural Resources, P.O. Box 176, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0176. Written comments and requests for a formal courtroom hearing and/or an informal public meeting shall be on file at the director’s office within 15 days of the last date of publication of this notice. For more information about this process, please contact the Land Reclamation Program by telephone at 573-7514041

Local nonprofit organizations and public agencies have priority over regional or national nonprofit organizations or public agencies.

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The project is located at 905 W. Jefferson, LaGrange, Missouri, and consists of eleven brick buildings which made up of forty (40) 1 bedroom apartments and a laundry/community room. The property is currently owned by LaGrange Senior Housing, Inc. The sale is limited, by regulations, to qualifying nonprofit organizations or qualifying public agencies committed to operating and maintaining the property as very low, low and moderate income government subsidized rental property. Bid proposals will be subject to review for qualifying by USDA Rural Development in accordance with 7 CFR 3560 regulations. USDA Rural Development may provide funding to make this purchase possible. Funding includes 100% RA, a one percent loan for purchase and a $50,000 grant for purchase expenses.

DEADLINE

1st Pub. June 21, 2012

Special note: Absentee ballots will be available at the Lewis County Clerk’s Office June 26, 2012.

Legal Description: A part of the Southwest fourth of the Northeast Quarter of Section thirty-six (36), Township sixty-one (61) North, Range Six (6) West in Lewis County, Missouri described as follows, to-wit: Beginning at point “A” (as shown by a survey by J.W. McRoberts) a stone 328.8’ West of a pipe at the Northeast corner of the Southwest fourth of the Northeast Quarter of Section thirty-six (36); thence West along the North line of said quarter quarter section, 384.0’ to point “B”, a pipe; thence South 0 degrees 30’ West 358.0’ to point “D” a pipe; thence east 384.0’ to point “E” a pipe; thence North 0°30’ East, 358.0’ to the point of beginning, containing 3.23 acres more or less. Subject to existing Deed of Trust dated October 30, 1974 and filed of record in Monticello, MO in Book 272 at Page 1820.

P.O. Box 227, Canton MO 63435

Bids must be in by July 9, 2012.

1st Pub. June 28, 2012

Bid proposals will be received by the board of directors of LaGrange Senior Housing, Inc. during a period of 180 days from the date of April 5, 2012 or until a qualified, bona fide bid proposal is received, whichever comes first, for the sale of the following described real estate in the City of LaGrange, Lewis County, Missouri.

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Labor bid only. To install approximately 3300 square feet of sidewalk. Fill material, forms and concrete will be furnished by the city. Specifications are to be picked up at City Hall. City has the right to reject any and all bids must provide proof of liability insurance bids should include prevailing wage.

/s/Jan Geisendorfer Jan Geisendorfer Circuit Clerk

NOTICE OF SALE OF 40 UNIT APARTMENT COMPLEX LOCATED IN LEWIS COUNTY, MISSOURI

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Pavement Blow ups Pavement Blowups-What do they look like? With the recent triple digit temperatures, there has been a lot of talk about a road safety hazard MoDOT doesn’t have control of and can’t predict.... pavement blowups. “So far, MoDOT has not experienced a pavement blowup in northeast Missouri during these high temperatures,” explained MoDOT Maintenance and Traffic Engineer Jennifer Hinson. What does a pavement blowup look like? A “blow up” can be described as a big bump in the road that happens without warning. Ninety degrees and above is usually the magic number for a pavement blowup. Moisture, built up under weakened joints in the roadway, heats and expands creating stress on the joint. The concrete sections, butted up against one another, also expand and create pressure. The joints tighten until they eventually reach capacity, then one or both joints re-

lease the pressure in the easiest way possible -- up. The main problem when this happens is the potential danger to motorists. The joint looks like a pile of rocks in the road from a driver’s point of view. If you see a blowup, please slow down, and call MoDOT, the highway patrol or the local sheriff’s department. MoDOT will be called to the scene and will temporarily repair and release the pressure within 2 hours after being notified. At a later date, crews will be scheduled to perform a complete concrete replacement at the joint. Motorists can call MoDOT’s toll-free customer service center at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) to report pavement blow-ups. To learn more about pavement blowups, please visit our website at http://www.modot.mo.gov/northeast/ Thisweeksroadwork.htm.

Power up for a fun filled week at the

37th Lewis County Fair

REC Lewis County Rural Electric Cooperative 18256 Hwy 16 Lewistown MO 63452 Phone: 573-215-4000 Toll Free: 888-454-4485

Press-News Journal 573-288-5668

www.lewiscountyrec.coop

Lewis County, Missouri Polling Places: August 7, 2012 Primary Election: Durham & Maywood…Durham Methodist Church, 28958 Abell Street, Durham, MO 63438

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION SAT JULY 14TH - 10 AM AND ASSOCIA ASSOCIIATES 221 N. Market, Memphis, MO

3 PARTY AUCTION

Canton ………….Canton RV School Media Center, 200 S. 4th, Canton MO 63435

SAT JULY 7TH - 10 AM AND ASSOCIA ASSOCIIATES

Held at the Clark County Fairgrounds

Ewing………………...……Heartland Resources, 108 E. Main, Ewing MO 63440

Real Estate Sells at Noon

LaBelle/Deer Ridge…..............LaBelle Fire Station, 302 State St., LaBelle MO 63447 LaGrange……………............LaGrange City Hall, 118 S Main, LaGrange MO 63448 Lewistown & Steffenville.…Lewistown Fire Station, 126 Main St., Lewistown MO 63452

Quality Name Brand Tools, Wood Working Equip., Antiques, Collectibles, Household Misc., Lawn and Garden, Pocket Knives, Guns, Fairbanks Morse and INT. LA Hit and Miss Engine’s, Maytag Engine’s, 1999 Dodge Ram 4WD, 66,000 miles. DAN WEPNER, MICHELLE FREY AND ITEMS FROM THE ESTATE OF BILL & MARY COOK, SELLERS

Maywood……………Durham Methodist Church, 28958 Abell Street, Durham MO 63438

ESTATE AUCTION

Monticello/Benjamin/Williamstown/Derrahs…. Courthouse, 100 E. Lafayette, Monticello MO 63457 Steffenville…………….. Lewistown Fire Station, 126 Main St., Lewistown MO 63452

SUN JULY 8TH - NOON AND ASSOCIA ASSOCIIATES

Selling Tillage and Misc. Farm Equipment, Farm Related, Antiques, Collectibles, Household Misc.

Williamstown/Derrahs………........Courthouse, 100 E Lafayette, Monticello MO 63457

Complete Details Online!

ELECTION DAY TELEPHONE NUMBER 573-767-5205 1st Pub. July 5, 2012

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Located North of Williamstown, MO 3/4 mile, go North on County Road 435 (by water tower).

LAND AUCTION PM

Sale conducted on site located 2 1/2 miles West of Canton, MO on Hwy. 16.

G & L Glasgow 1-7-13* David & Vickie Gorrell Farms 2-15-13* Betty Hendrickson Farms 3-04-13* Dorothy M./Howard F. Higbee Farms 3-17-13* Crawford/Oliver Farms 5-8-13* Hardin Far m 6-15-13* Doris Long Property 6-17-13* Farm of Seldon and Mary Logsdon 7-30-12* Fenway Farm - Barkley, Rogers, St. Clair. 9-4-12* Barkley Farms, James & Brenda 9-4-12* Beverly and Dennis Welch Farms 10-19-12* Robert /Jere Taylor Farms (2) 10-29-12* Tim/Mark/Kay Dochterman Farms 11-6-12* Chas. Dewitt Property 11-6-12* James & Carol Dettlaff Acres 11-11-12* Barbara Carskadon Farm 11-12-12* Franks & Gorrell Farm 11-18-12* CD/BL Corrigan Property 11-29-12* Kit Taylor Farm 12-8-12*

C.D. Taylor Farm 6-28-13* Charles & Nell Little Farm 14942 Holly Ave (No hunting/fishing) 9-22-12* Glenn Krueger Farms 9-22-12*

CANTON & LAGRANGE Tim Heimonen property 4-14-13* Gary and Patricia Bunch 7-01-12* and no fireworks! Courtney Farms 11-20-12*

CANTON & MONTICELLO Campen Farms 11-03-13* Violators will be prosecuted!

LEWISTOWN Warner/McHughFarms 1-23-13* Emrick Farms-Harry & Neva Emrick $750 reward for information leading to arrest and conviction of anyone trespassing on Emrick Farms 8-9-12* David Keith Farm 10-29-12* Stice Farms / Rebecca Stice Jones Neil, Randy, Richard 10-29-12* Lowell Reynolds Farm 12-27-12*

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16 ACRES WITH RESIDENCE LEWIS COUNTY, MO Lying in Sect 29, Twp 62N, R6W.

DURHAM/MAYWOOD Ronnie & Judy Pierce Farm & property 5-13-13*

Offers a rural home and out building.

LEWIS COUNTY Whippoorwill Hill Farm Richard/Gene Porter Farms 1-17-13* Gregory Drainage District Levee and Farms 4-12-13* Donald and Mazie Vogel Farm 8-23-12* Bud and Karen Vogel 9-20-12* Owned or leased land by Danny L. Dannenhauer 11-03-12*

LAGRANGE Jenny D. Murphy Reid Farm 3-10-13* Gloria Burbridge Prop. 4-17-13* between Monroe & Jackson St Barb Borgstadt Property 6-7-13* 517 N 4th; 519 Skinner Sharon Crossett Residence 6-17-12* 400 N. Main Paul Legg Residence 6-17-12* 407 N. Main Lisa Borgstadt Property 6-21-12* 202-204 N. 4th Paul Lahr Farms 7-01-13* Marsha Allison 8-11-12* Ronald L. Farr Farms 8-10-12* Paul Legg Farm 10-6-12* 22422 Ponderosa Ave. Lonnie/Earnest Martin 11-04-12* (410 N. Main (old Cath. Church) Connie & Frank Bange and

WILLIAMSTOWN Jim Lillard Farms 1-04-13* Donna Hudnut Farm is 12-20- 12* now RRVC LLC

EWING Wilma Chipman, Jeannie S. and Barb C. and Glen Chipman 10-08-12*

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bath, 2 bedrooms on main level with additional room for potential bedroom, den or sewing room. 2nd level offers 3 bedrooms and/or multi purpose living space. Home features open front porch, rear deck, main floor laundry area, ample closets through out. Updated 200 amp. electric service and rewired. Updated forced (gas) air furnace and central air to accommodate main level. 2nd level has electric base board heat. Updated (gas) hot water heater. Other features include vinyl siding, cement drive, etc. Legally Described as: Lot 5, Blk. 3 in original town of Memphis North Addition Scotland County MO. View Terms & Conditions Online.

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Selling a (1218 sq’ main level) 5-6 bedroom, 2 story home, full basement with inside and outside entrance, unattached 1 car garage, 2 car carport. Home offers updated kitchen with ample cabinetry; built in dish washer; dinette area, adjoining dining room, living room, full

GENEVIENE TUCKER, ESTATE

AND ASSOCIA ASSOCIIATES

CANTON

Contact Auction Service for Viewing 660-727-3796

Complete Details Online!

GENEVIENE TUCKER, ESTATE

ANTIQUES / COLLECTIBLES Large triple curved glass china cabinet with claw foot and gargoyle top (nice cabinet, but does have side glass missing). Duncan Phif drop leaf table with 4 rose back chairs; several china tea pots; toothpick holders; collection of salt and pepper sets; 4 Danbury Mint model trucks; set of Zane Grey hard back books; set of Time Life Civil War books; cook books; coffee grinder; stoneware bowls; 3 gal. crock; paper weights; milk bottles; Maytag oil can; 2 gas irons; sad irons; corn sheller; 2 man saws. BUILDING / SNOW BLOWER / LAWN AND GARDEN / WOODWORKING TOOLS Nice 8x16’ utility building on skids (sells following real estate at 12:00 noon). Like new Craftsman 5hp 24” electric start snow blower; Yardman 6hp 21” cut self propelled mower; 5hp Garden Mart tiller; hose reel and garden hose; B&D hedge trimmers; leaf blower; garden push plow; nice assortment of lawn and garden tools; lawn decorations; 3 park benches; patio table with umbrella; 4 metal lawn chairs and others; gas BBQ grill; child’s wagon and sleds; 14’ alum. ext. ladder; wooden step ladders; Craftsman 10” radial arm saw; Craftsman band saw; Craftsman 4” belt and 6” disc sander; Craftsman 16” variable speed scroll saw; Craftsman floor model 13” drill press; Shopcraft wood lath; 13 gal. 125 PSI portable air compressor; table top table saw; Craftsman tool chest; Shopmate bench; assorted hand tools and name brand power tools; routers; Dremel; pipe and grip furniture clamps; pry bars; air tools; ext. cords; bench vise; saw (Roller) stand; various assorted hardware; also selling log chains; folding alum. loading ramps and other useful items. HOUSEHOLD / MISC. Kenmore side by side refrigerator; Kenmore gas cook stove; GE upright freezer; 8 padded dinette chairs on castors; dual reclining sofa; queen, full and twin size beds; cedar chest; chest of drawers; dresser; entertainment center; household electronics; computer desk; 4 drawer file cabinet; desk chair; metal desk; roll a way bed; card tables; Eden Pure radiant heater; window AC unit; fans; table, floor and hanging lamps; misc. pictures; books; bookshelves; puzzles; misc. bedding; Kitchen Aid mixer and various other kitchen related items; various sewing supplies; seasonal decorations and various common household items. TRUCKS / SCOOTER 2003 LS 1/2 ton Chevy ext. cab pickup, 2WD, topper, automatic, only 56,000 miles.; 1996 Dodge Dakota, 2WD auto, topper, 99,000 miles.; 3-4 year old Urban 50 Econo TR50 QT-4 Tank scooter.

THOMAS J DEVENY P.R.

ORVA AND PAT WEST, SELLERS

LAND & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION

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Located East of Edina, MO on Hwy. 6 to Rte. T then South on Rte. T 1/2 mile.

KNOX COUNTY

85 ACRES / 3 TRACTS Lying in Sect 20,Twp. 62N, R11W

OPEN HOUSE: SUN JULY 15TH 1-2 PM Offers a Well kept 3 bedroom rural home w/ pole building. Pasture and Timber land. Also selling Household, Quilts, Collectibles, Coins, Auto and much more.

Complete Details Online!

ROBERTA JUNE SHEPARD FAMILY TRUST, SELLER JERRY HAYES P.R. / DAVID M. BROWN, CLOSING ATTORNEY

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Welcome to the 37 annual Lewis County Fair! The Lewis County Agricultural Fair will begin next week with the opening ceremony scheduled for noon, July 11. The Lewis County Fair is a great place to have fun, eat great food and visit friends and neighbors. The fair relies on the support of area businesses and individuals to provide quality entertainment for all ages. Please support all the advertisers and businesses in the area who make the fair possible. The Lewis County Fair also would not be possible without all the hardworking volunteers. They work countless hours planning events, making contacts, scheduling entertainment and fundraising to make each fair possible. Please thank all the fair board members and volunteers who give up their time to make this annual event possible. The grandstand events will provide entertainment for all ages. On Wednesday, The Midwest Cow-

boys Rodeo Company will present a rodeo beginning at 7:30 p.m. Bull riding, barrel racing, bareback, mutton but’n and more will be offered. Local contestants are encouraged to enter and children ages three to six year olds can participate in sheep riding for free. Thursday evening, Morocross Races will be held, Nathan Bringer, owner of Outback MX Park, near LaGrange, will supervise the design and development of the track and run the races. Practice begins at 5 p.m. The popular demolition derby will be held on July13, Stock cars, modified cars and modified compact cars are scheduled to crash away and provide exciting entertainment for the crowd. The Twin States Truck and Tractor Pull begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday evening with eleven classes of tractors and trucks. Local trucks will pull after the main event. Many educational ex-

periences for kids and adults are planned. The Lewis County Farm Bureau will have My American Farm interactive ag educational games at their booth. SCOPE, a grassroots Missouri organization, will be in the commercial building on Saturday with hands-on science activities from 10 a.m. To 4 p.m. An agricultural educational display be in the Commercial building Wednesday through Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. At the Home Ec stage on Friday afternoon, a Missouri Conservation Fishery Agent will be giving a presentation followed by Brock McArdle, Lewis County Conservation Agent. Lt. Don Cibert from the LaGrange Police Department K-9 officer, will have a demonstration with the drug dog Vitou, on Friday evening in the horse arena. Sgt. Brent Bernhardt of the Mis-

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souri State Highway Patrol will have the Seatbelt Convincer on Main Street Friday evening. Fair goers can experience the benefits of wearing a seatbelt. Lewis County Farm Bureau and the Lewis County Fair Board will give away bicycle safety items and a bike will be given away. Children can practice fire safety with a demonstration of The Smokehouse, provided by local fire departments.

A Teen dance will be held on Saturday night. SADD is sponsoring the teen dance in the All Purpose Pavilion from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Music will be provided by Daniel Ray of Ewing. Home Economic shows include the Country Classic Quilt Show on Wednesday, July11, at 4:30 p.m. Some of the most beautiful quilts in Lewis County will be shown. Also in the Home Ec building local

talents will display crafts, photography and foods. A Baked Goods Auction will be at 5 p.m. on July 11. Open livestock shows, kids games, talent shows, baby contests, displays, and carnival rides are all a part of the long tradition of the Lewis County Fair fun. Plan to attend and thank the good people who help put on this event each year.

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LEWIS COUNTY LEADER QUICK FACTS

Brenda Wright

NAME: Brenda Wright

Lewis County Fair Board President

POSITION: Lewis County Fair Board President, and most recently employed at Ursa Farmers Coop.

Rita Cox of the Press-News Journal recently spoke with Brenda Wright about her responsibilities as fair board president What are your duties as Lewis County Fair Board President? I don’t know if I can accurately put down what I do as President. I try to make sure that we as a board, make good decisions regarding our budget, improvements needed and fair events. The rest of what I do is shared by others and we work together to get issues resolved.

HOMETOWN: Central Illinois EDUCATION: Culver Stockton Graduate

Who is the Fair Board comprised of and how does someone get on the fair board? , The board is comprised of representatives from each 4-H club and each FFA in the county and in addition,a matching number of “open” members that have no affiliation with any of the clubs. We make a good effort to keep these clubs and the County Extension in the loop as to what is going on and ask them for their opinions and the needs for the future of the fair.

FAMILY: Husband Mike, three children, Phillip, Jessica and Brandon

What does it take to get the fairgrounds ready each year? If I started to list what the entails, you would have to run another “Fair Edition”. Things like mowing,painting, spraying early for weeds and general grounds maintenance are just the tip of the iceberg. It takes all year to set up this fair and that starts with setting the dates for the next year, trying to get a carnival to come, getting nightly events picked, keeping the insurance updated, getting more volunteers to help with cleanup and other projects we have. Trying to find activities that are new and exciting for people and kids that they will drive to the fair to see. This is a big concern for us, we want it to be a fun fair

and a family time. It takes money and people to do these things, things that we are short on and are always looking for both. When did you get interested in helping with the fair? I first started back when my kids were in 4-H and I was elected as a club representative. After my last one was out of 4-H, I was already pretty involved with the whole process so I moved on as an open member. I feel like the community has a great thing going with the fair, it is a county fair not just 4-H only or county fair by itself. When I’ve been at the state convention, I’ve seen lots of small county fairs that are failing. Times are tough and I think we are trying our best to provide that at a reasonable cost. How is the fair funded? We are totally dependent on what we have left after expenses from the fair each year. We apply for grant money but it is not a big income generator. We have had fish fry and auctions over the years to bring in dollars. We continue to be in the black, although, it’s a struggle each year. What are some of the problems incurred when putting on a small county fair? Our biggest hurdle is people wanting us to have some big carnival. This not going to happen, I’m sorry to say. The way the carnival circuit works these days is they want to drive around the country less and they need a guarantee on their pay. These bigger carnivals are talking $30,000 up front to show up. Good news this year, I

was able to get All American Amusements from St Louis. They will be bringing a variety of rides for all ages. If the community truly wants a carnival, then please come support us so we can get them back next year. . We are always needing more sponsorships for events and tax-deductible donations can be made to the fair as we are a 501C 3 organization. Every little bit helps. What other events are held at the fairgrounds (SADD haunted house, receptions, etc) and how/who does someone contact to rent the building? The fairgrounds is available to rent throughout the year. You can rent one or more buildings and the prices vary depending on what you want to rent. We do a reduced rate for benefits or non-for profit organizations. If anyone is interested in renting a building, you can contact me at 573-406-2290 to set that up. Anything else you want to add. I know that the weather may be a challenge this year and we won’t be the only fair faced with this but we certainly hope that people will come out in the evenings for the grandstand events and shows, cool down under a shade tree or awning, and simply make the most of it. We will have water available at several locations and I know that Baptist Association will have refreshments in their building as well. The fair board has put a lot of work into making the grounds better this year, we have the horse arena fence painted, the outside bathrooms have been painted for the first time ever, the buildings are cleaned and we have lots of free activities for the kids.

July 11th - 15th Grandstand Events

37th Annual Lewis Co. Fair

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Home Economics Open Shows Wednesday - MCRC Rodeo - 7:30 pm Registration Tuesday 3 pm - 7:30 pm Call in Monday July 9th (6 pm -10 pm) - 573-470-2463 and Wednesday 7:30 am - 10 am Building open Daily @ 11 am Thursday - Motocross Bikes & Quads Wednesday Cash Classes - Guaranteed Payout “Country Classic” Quilt Show @ 4:30 pm ADMISSION PRICES Practice at 5 pm/Races at 7 pm 4-H/FFA Trophy Presentation @ 5 pm ADULT 6-12 Little Mr & Miss @ 5:30 pm DAY AFTER 3 PM Friday - Demolition Derby - 7 pm th Baked Food Auction @ 5:30 pm $5.00 $7.00 $3.00 July 11 Modified, Stock, and Compact th 2012 Queen Contest @ 6 pm $6.00 $8.00 $4.00 July 12 th $6.00 $10.00 $5.00 July 13 Superstar Talent Shows @ 7:30 pm Saturday - Truck and Tractor Pull th $6.00 $10.00 $5.00 July 14 Youth - 12 & Under/Adult - 13 & up Twin States Pulling Association - 7 pm ------$1.00 July 15th $5.00 Thursday 11 Classes - Co-sanction with IFPA Each Night After 9 pm - $5.00 Baby Contest @ 5:30 pm Children 5 & under - Free Local Truck Pull following Main Show Past Superstar Winners & Braden Stover @ 7 pm ALL FAIRGROUND PARKING IS FREE! Friday Season Tickets Available! Pedal Power Tractor Pull @ 5:30 pm Hospitality Building - Gospel Music Nightly! Saturday For more information: Sand Volleyball - Co-ed Youth @ 8 am

www.lewiscountyfair.net Fair Office: 573-497-2770

Beer Gardens Family Friendly - Open Nightly 6 pm Wednesday (Until 12 am) - Music Machine Thursday

Madd Hoss Jackson 9 pm - 1 am Friday

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Livestock Shows 4-H/FFA/Open Tuesday - Dog Show - 9 am Wednesday - Rabbit Show - 8 am Dairy Show - 1:30 pm Goat Show- 5 pm Thursday - Poultry Show - 8 am Friday - Swine Show - 8 am Sheep Show - 11 am Saturday - Bucket Calf - 8:15 am Beef Show - following Bucket Calf Sunday - Horse Show - 2 pm

9 pm - 1 am Carnival Rides - Open Nightly @ 6 pm! Saturday - Opens at 2 pm Wednesday, Thursday, & Washer Tournament - 3 pm, Register @ 2:30 Friday 6 pm - 10 pm Lewis Co. Young Farmers - 660-216-5374 Armbands - $20 Saturday 1 pm -5 pm Buddy System 9 pm - 1 am

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Contact Tricia Hinton - 573-822-6790

Antique Tractor & Pedal Tractor Show @ 8 am NBHA Barrel Racing - 9 am Kids Games @ 12:30 pm Hay Bale Toss - Following Kids Games Cowboy Mounted Shoot @ 5:30 pm Sunday Sand Volleyball - Co-ed - TBA Contact Paul Scifres - 217-440-7309

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Favorite Fair FoodsA Calorie Breakdown Part of the fair experience is the wonderful food served. The smell of corn dogs and lemon shake-ups entice fair goers with their aroma. Food was no doubt served at festivals even before the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first state fair, held in Syracuse, N.Y. In 1841. But it was in 1904, at the St. Louis Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fair, that fairgoers were introduced to the first real â&#x20AC;&#x153;fast foodâ&#x20AC;?- hot dogs and ice cream cones that could be eaten as they walked, according to the statefairrecipes.com web site. Since then, fair food has progressed way beyond caramel apples, corn on the cob, and nachos. There appears to be no end to what can be battered and deep fried-- cookies, candy bars, cheese curds, macaroni and cheese, pralines, chocolate-covered

strawberries, even cola (the last made with a cola-sweetened batter thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deep fried and topped with cola syrup and powdered sugar). Most nutrition databases donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t include fat and calorie values for such foods. But according to Lona Sandon, assistant professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, you can count on these foods to have a shockingly high level of fat and calories. Here are more frightening nutritional figures, from the Calorie King web site, abut fat and calories in food at the fair or festival: Fried Snickers (5 oz.) 444 calories and 29 grams of fat. Fried Twinkie (2 oz.) 420 calories and 34

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grams of fat. Funnel cake (1) 760 calories and 44 grams of fat. Twinkie Dog Sundae: 500 calories and 14 grams of fat.

Cotton candy: 171 calories and 0 fat. Fried cheesecake: (6 oz.) 655 calories and 47 grams of fat. Foot-long hot dog and

bun: 470 calories and 26 grams of fat. Giant turkey leg: 1, 136 calories and 54 grams of fat. Of course, moderation

is the key and some of the foods are only available once a year at the county fair, so enjoy the fair and the food, diets can always be started the next day.

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STATE FAIR INFORMATION A state fair is wonderful entertainment for all ages. Fair goers will find a variety of events, displays, food, educational information, big name grandstand entertainment, and much more. The Missouri State Fair is scheduled for August 9-19, 2012, in Sedalia, Mo. and celebrating our

great State’s 110th annual agricultural showcase! The 400-acre fairgrounds will present premier livestock shows and competitive exhibits, and first-class professional entertainment. Grandstand entertainment scheduled includes Josh Thompson, Montgomery Gentry and 38 Special, country Gold

Tour featuring Leroy Van Dyke and the Auctioneers, Rex Allen, Jr., Leona Williams, The Quebe Sisters Band, Narvel Felts, Bobby Bare and Lynn Anderson; Jake Owen Colt Ford, Larry the Cable Guy and Hank Williams, Jr. and George Thorogood and The Destroyers. More information about

the Missouri State Fair can be found on the website www.mostatefair.com. The Illinois State Fair in Springfield, Ill., will be August 9 -19. Grandstand entertainment includes Eric Church with Aaron Lewis, Train, Cheap Trick with Night Ranger, Blue Oyster Cult and the Georgia Satelites, Miranda

Lambert with Pistol Annies, Sunny Sweeney and Charlie Worsham, Steve Miller Band with Dave Mason among other. For more information visit the fair web site at www.agr. state.il.us/isf/general.htm. The Iowa State Fair in Des Moines will be held August 9-19. Grandstand entertainment includes

TobyMac, Miranda Lambert with Pistol Annies, The Band Perry, Larry the Cable Guy and Hank Williams, Jr. and George Thorogood and The Destroyers, Journey, Rascal Flatts with Little Big Town Eli Young Band and Edens Edge. For more information visit the fair web site at www.iowastatefair.org.

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Projects to Boost Renewable Energy Production, Reduce Energy Consumption Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced that USDA has selected 450 projects nationwide, including 11 in Missouri, that are focused on helping agricultural producers and rural small businesses reduce energy consumption and costs and use renewable energy technologies in their operation. Funding is made

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available through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), which is authorized by the 2008 Farm Bill. “The Obama Administration is helping agricultural producers and rural small business owners reduce their energy costs and consumption – and by doing so is helping to create jobs, preserve our natural resources, and protect the environment while strengthening the bottom line for businesses.” said Vilsack. “This is part of the Administration’s “all of the above” energy strategy. Stable energy costs create an environment for sustainable job creation in rural America.” Meanwhile, Lisa Porter with Hometown Fuel, Inc., is using a REAP grant in

the amount of $59,040 to install four blender pumps that will supply ethanol and biodiesel in the community of Mercer, Missouri, which currently does not have a fueling station. Also, in East Prairie, Missouri, Charles Sutton was selected to receive a REAP grant in the amount of $19,723 to replace an existing propane powered irrigation system with a new high efficiency center pivot irrigation system. The potential energy savings is over 75 percent per year. “We are excited that Rural Development in Missouri was able to assist rural Missouri businesses with these energy saving endeavors” said Anita J. (Janie) Dunning, State Di-

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rector. REAP offers funds for agricultural producers and rural small businesses to purchase and install renewable energy systems, make energy-efficiency improvements, conduct feasibility studies and energy audits, and provide renewable energy development assistance. These federal funds leverage other funding sources for businesses. In all, USDA announced recently nearly $7.4 million in energy grants , with a total of $247,000 right here in Missouri. USDA, through its Rural Development mission area, administers and manages housing, business and community infrastructure programs through a national network of state and local offices. Rural Development in Missouri made more than $861,058,719 in loans and loan guarantees in the past fiscal year. These programs are designed to improve the economic stability of rural communities, businesses, residents, farmers and ranchers and improve the quality of life in rural America. Anyone interested in finding out more about the programs, visit the website at www.rurdev.usda.gov/mo, or contact the local servicing office.

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2011 Queen and Little Mr. and Miss Monica Campen, was named 2011 Fair Queen and the beginning of last year’s fair. Monica is the daughter of George and Marilyn Campen, Canton, Mo. Her duties as Fair Queen included being present at the fair for the many events and presenting ribbons and awards to the many exhibitors and contest winners. She is a lifelong 4-H and FFA Member. The 2012 Queen will be crowned on Wednesday, July 11. The Queen contest begins at 6 p.m. The 2011 Little Miss is Morgan Keith. She is the daughter of Ryan and Crystal Keith of Ewing. She will enter second grade this coming school year at Highland Ele m e n t a r y. She enjoys swimming, playing with her

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brother, Evan, basketball and riding her dirt bike. She shows pigs and a bucket calf in the show ring and participates in the kids pedal tractor pull and other kid games. She plans on participating in the Motorcross this year for the first time. Skylar Runnels of LaGrange is the son of Teresa Bringer and Ricky Walton. He shows cows and pigs at the fair. He likes baseball, swimming, riding his dirt bike and 4-wheeler and enjoys working on the farm. He will be in second grade. The 2012 Little Miss and Mr. contest will be held July 11 at 5:30 p.m.

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Buck’n Bull’s Mechanical bull to be at the fair

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Lewis County Fair We’re wishing safe travel and many fun filled days.

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Whether you’re participating or simply visiting. You’re sure to have lots of fun filled days at the LEWIS CO. FAIR

The mechanical bull ride, a feature at the Buckin’ Bull Saloon in Canton, will be set up at the fair this year. The Buckin’ Bull Saloon opened for business last February. One of the features is the mechanical bull ride, similar to the one seen in the movie “Urban Cowboy”. The owners of the Buckin’ Bull Saloon wanted to bring something different to Canton that would attract customers from all over the area and decided a mechanical bull would be a great feature. The bull ride has been a popular event at the new business and the owners decided to offer the bull to other events so that more people would have a chance see it. The bull was a popular attraction at LaGrange Appreciation Day held May 19. The bull is surrounded by a 16 x 16 foot, three

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foot high inflatable area. Riders can try their skills, from the novice level to the professional level. The extremely realistic looking bull has real cowhide and leather saddle area. The bull is designed for safety,

with rubber horns and the head pointed down to prevent injuries. An operator starts and stops the rides and all rides are monitored by the operator. All ages can ride, but persons under a certain age must

have a permission paper signed by their parent or guardian. The bull will be available to ride at the fair all four nights.

Local 4-Hers participate in Livestock Judging On June 21st, 35 4-Hers from Marion, Shelby, Lewis and Clark Counties met in Palmyra to compete in the county qualifier for 4-H Livestock Judging. This competition qualified members to represent their county at the 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest in September. Members were divided into Junior (members 8-13) and

Senior (members 14-18) teams and judge both market and breeding classes for Beef, Sheep, Swine and Goats. In addition to judging the classes, some classes required members to answer questions to assess the details the members noticed about the animals in the class. Other classes required members to give

a set of reasons justifying their placing of the class. MU Extension Livestock Specialists Zac Erwin and Daniel Mallory spoke with the members about what qualities they should be looking for in each species and MU Extension Youth Specialist Don Nicholson and Youth Program Assistants

Leslie Daniel and Katie Hogan managed score tabulations. Additionally, the day of judging was successful due to the willingness of local producers to bring their stock in for the members to judge, and the many other volunteers that assisted that day.

FAIR DAYS ARE HERE wishing everyone a great time at the Lewis County Fair

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paper cartoonists started drawing a tall, thick bearded man dressed in red, white and blue stars and stripes clothing to portray Uncle Sam, who in turn portrayed the United States government. It wasn’t long before everyone in America knew Uncle Sam represented the United States, but most never knew why. Samuel Wilson passed away, but Uncle Sam lived on. Congress ensured Samuel Wilson would not be forgotten to history. While his name and story may not appear in history books, Samuel Wilson’s name does appear in the Federal Register. In 1961, Congress passed a resolution officially recognizing Samuel Wilson as the real Uncle Sam. Samuel Wilson was a true American patriot. He helped America win and keep her independence. Happy “4th of July” Uncle Sam.

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Samuel Wilson was born in Massachusetts on September 13, 1766. The son of a Minuteman, Samuel served as a messenger and service boy for the army of the colonies. He tended livestock and performed other routine farm chores typical for boys his age in the effort to help feed the soldiers. After the Revolutionary War and as a grown man, Samuel put his livestock experience to work by going into the meat-packing business. It wasn’t long before he found himself involved in another effort to help feed soldiers of the American army. In 1812, the British once more attacked the “colonies.” No longer under British rule, the colonies were now called the United States of America. Great Britain was trying to make the United States colonies once again. Samuel Wilson’s meat-packing business was invaluable to the war effort, supplying beef to the American army. Barrels of beef were shipped to the front lines to feed the soldiers, each barrel marked with the letters “U.S.” The “U.S.” stamped on the barrels, of course, stood for “United States,” but not according to the soldiers on the receiving end of those barrels of meat. The soldiers said the “U.S.” stood for the nickname of the benefactor who supplied the beef. You see, Samuel Wilson was a very loved and respected man, and his generosity was known far beyond the community where he worked and lived. A friend to all, Samuel Wilson was fondly nicknamed “Uncle Sam.” The soldiers serving on the front lines in the War of 1812 knew about the kindness and generosity of Samuel Wilson, and they knew the barrels of beef were from Samuel Wilson’s meat-packing business. The soldiers said the “U.S.” on the barrels of meat stood for “Uncle Sam.” The nickname caught on, and soon “U.S.” and “Uncle Sam” became synonymous among the soldiers. News-

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Fun filled days for the entire Family.

See you at the Lewis County Fair! State Representative Craig Redmon Best of luck to all 4-H, FFA members, contestants and participants

Starting July 11 thru July 15 Enjoy the days with family & friends

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Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Economic Development Funding To Support Business Growth, Create Jobs

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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced the selection of 27 recipients in rural communities for loans and grants to spur economic development and create or save jobs. “The funding I am announcing will help rural businesses, entrepreneurs and tribal communities obtain the financing they need to grow their businesses and create jobs,” Vilsack said. “These grants and loans represent the Obama Administration’s commitment to ensure that rural communities attract capital investments that lead to successful business development, job creation, infrastructure improvements, and economically vibrant communities.” In Lebanon, Missouri, Laclede Electric Cooperative is being selected to receive a $500,000 rural eco-

nomic development loan. These funds will then be lent to the Ozark Technical Community College (Lebanon Education Center) at zero percent interest to finance the expansion of six classroom and laboratory facilities in Lebanon, Missouri. This educational institution will enhance the education opportunities for Lebanon and surrounding local rural communities. This project will create 12 new jobs and save 36 existing jobs. “It’s a great opportunity for USDA Rural Development in Missouri to be able to assist Laclede Electric Cooperative in being able to get resources out to communities that need them,” said Anita J. (Janie) Dunning. “We are glad our Agency had the resources available and know that Ozark Technical Community College will be successful in their mission of offering more educational opportunities to rural communities.” USDA, through its Rural Development mission area, administers and manages housing, business and community infrastructure programs through a national network of state and local offices. Rural Development in Missouri made more than $861,058,719 in loans and loan guarantees in the past fiscal year. These programs are designed to improve the economic stability of rural communities, businesses, residents, farmers and ranchers and improve the quality of life in rural America. Anyone interested in finding out more about the programs, visit the website at www.rurdev.usda.gov/mo, or contact your local servicing office.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Obituary

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PHILIP W. BAUER Phillip Wilfred Bauer, age 88, of LaBelle, Mo, passed away Thursday, June 28, 2012, at his home south of LaBelle. He was born November 24, 1923, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Karl and Pauline Bauen Bauer. He was united in marriage to Nona Harp Kilgore on January 23, 1978, in Mt. Prospect, Ill. Phillip was raised in Chicago, Ill., where he received his education. He served his country in the United States Navy from December 11, 1942 to February 21, 1946 having served three years, two months and eleven days. He was a retired Insurance Adjuster for Allstate Insurance. He raised and trained Golden Retrievers for thirty years and was a member of several Dog Clubs. Phillip was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and was loved by many friends. Surviving are his wife Nona Bauer of LaBelle, Mo., two daughters, Kathryn Brennan and husband Tom of Crystal Lake, Ill., and Jennifer Ray and husband Geoff of Boca Raton, Fla., five step children, Kevin Kilgore and wife Wendy of Prospect Heights, Ill., Brian Kilgore and wife Karen of Mason, Ohio; Kimberly Keever and husband David of Indianapolis, Ind., Christine Beaty and husband Dan of Greenfield, Ind., Daniel Kilgore of Santa Monica, Calif., grandchildren, Kelsey Brennan, Maggie Brennan, Matthew Ortman, Michael Ortman, Joshua Kilgore, Alexis Kilgore, Madison Kilgore, Tyler Keever, Benjamin Keever, Megan Beaty, Nicole Beaty, Mya Beaty and Caroline Beaty, and one sister, Pauline Doersam of Waterford, Wis. Phillip was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter Deborah Ortman. No services are being held at this time. A Memorial service will be held at a later date under the direction of the Coder Funeral Chapel of LaBelle, Mo. For those that wish memorials may be made to the Les Turner ALS Foundation. Memorials may be left at or mailed to Code Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 151, LaBelle, MO 63447. On line condolences may be left at www.hudson rimerfh.com

VICKI FRIEDEN Vicki Lee Frieden, 41 of Marshall, Missouri and formerly of LaGrange, died June 25, 2012 at Fitzgibbon Hospital in Marshall. The daughter of Fred H. and Lois J. Pratt Frieden was born on December 17, 1970 in Quincy, Ill. Vicki was a very loving, outgoing young woman who had an excellent memory and liked country music. Her family was important and she loved and hugged everyone she knew. She had many friends including the staff at Marshall Hab Center. She is survived by her father, Fred H. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fritzâ&#x20AC;? Frieden, Sr. of Canton, Mo.; siblings, Noel â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tonyâ&#x20AC;? Frieden and his wife Teri of LaGrange, Mo., Michelle â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sissyâ&#x20AC;? Lynn Howard and her husband Raymond of Sorento, Illinois, Fred H. Frieden, Jr. of LaGrange, Mo. and Stephanne Y. Munzlinger of Williamstown, Mo.; fifteen nieces and nephews and nine great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lois Jeanette Frieden and her paternal and maternal grandparents. Graveside funeral services was held June 28, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Marks Cemetery in LaGrange, Mo., with Rev. Kenneth Ballard officiating with burial in Marks Cemetery. Visitation were held Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at Arnoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home in Canton. Memorials may be made to the Vicki Frieden Memorial for Mashall Hab Center which may be mailed to or left at Arnoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home in Canton. Pallbearers: Fritz Frieden, Jr., Dustin Frieden, Raymond Howard, Darin Munzlinger, Tony Frieden and Mike Pristavec, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers: Staff of Marshall Hab Center. Online condolences at www.arnoldsfuneralhome.net.

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4D Thursday, July 5, 2012

Press-News Journal • lewispnj.com

COMMUNITY NEWS Canton FFA students go to camp Local Methodist group volunteer at Joplin Missouri

Submitted photo Pictured are: front row: Sam Ryan; second row L-R: Bethany Hoffman, Katie Daugherty, Heather Stainbrook; back row L-R (Standing): Jessie Campen, Shay Kirchner, Ben Logsdon. (Sitting) Emily Dochterman, Dean Kennedy.

The Canton FFA chapter took nine students to camp this year. Students participated in a wide range of leadership events. Students enjoyed leadership sessions which focused on improving their abilities as a leader and gave them tools to help create a more successful chapter. In the morning sessions students heard from many industry leaders such as the Missouri Cattleman’s, Missouri Farm Bureau, Missouri Department of Conservation, and agricultural colleges. Each organization left students with a challenge to better inform the public about the importance of agriculture in their home communities. During the afternoon the students enjoyed activities such as learning to water ski, disking, boat riding, trap shooting,

swimming, canoeing, fishing, and softball. Evening activities included a dance, attending the Opry, and a student run Vespers session. The Canton FFA chapter’s presidents Jessie Campen was selected as the Week 3 FFA Camp President. She had many responsibilities including helping with the sessions, raising and lowering the flag, and at the end of the week she spoke to the entire camp challenging them to be a role model for someone else. The Canton FFA chapter have seven member recieve their State Leadership Award while at camp the recipents were: Jessie Campen, Katie Daughtery, Emily Dochterman, Bethany Hoffman, Dean Kennedy, Sam Ryan, and Heather Stainbrook.

Submitted photo Members of the Mt. Olivet Parish VIM team who went to Joplin are, front row, Patty Martin and Donna Reid; back row, Rev. Steve Martin, Howard Spratt, James Spratt and Robert Clow.

Six members of the Mt. Olivet Parish Volunteers In Missions (VIM) team recently teamed up with a VIM team from Union United Methodist Church, Quincy, Ill., and traveled to Joplin to work together on three home construction projects. Area churches making up the Mt. Olivet Parish are Durham, LaGrange and Mt. Olivet United Methodist Churches. Going from the parish were Robert Clow, Howard Spratt and James Spratt from the Durham church; Donna Reid from Mt. Olivet and Pastor Steve Martin and his wife, Patty Martin. There were 14 team members, including Pastor Bob Morwell, from the Union United Methodist Church, Quincy. Projects were facilitated by the Office of Creative Ministries of the Missouri United Methodist Conference. The Mt. Olivet team left for Joplin on May 17. The team toured the areas where the tornado left a path of destruction. The Martins were very familiar with the Joplin area and remembered where there was a large residential area, where churches and businesses once stood and where St. John’s (now Mercy) Hospital was located. Seeing the destruction and empty lots was a humbling experience. On Friday through Sunday the Quincy team replaced a roof on an older home and its garage which was damaged by a fallen tree. The homeowner was an elderly lady who could not afford buying the materials or hiring a roofer. Mt. Olivet’s VIM team put up concrete siding on a new home owned by a young couple who completely lost their home and all their belongings when the tornado hit. The family’s new home was finished and ready to move into except the water and electricity, at the time, had not been connected. Finally they were able to

“move in” over Memorial Day weekend. On Monday and Tuesday the two teams worked together putting up concrete siding on a home that was over 100 years old. The man who owned the home rode out the storm, hanging onto his dishwasher so he would not be sucked up by the tornado. The high winds blew out all his windows, stripped the siding off, plus moved the house slightly off the foundation. This man was unemployed at the time of the tornado and had just let his homeowner’s insurance policy lapse. Since then he has become employed and is very grateful for the volunteers who have come to help get him back into his home. The entire Joplin community was full of activity as the one-year anniversary of the tornado was in everyone’s thoughts. There were TV crews, radio station and newspaper reporters from all over the United States covering the events of the anniversary weekend. Joplin High School graduation was held in the auditorium at Missouri Southern University on Monday, May 21. Missouri Governor Jay Nixon and U.S. President Barack Obama gave the commencement address. Joplin High School was demolished by the tornado, following graduation ceremonies 2011. An empty store building at Northpark Mall was converted into classrooms and now houses the junior and senior classes of Joplin High School. Construction on the new high school will begin soon. Byer’s Avenue United Methodist Church, Joplin, was the host church and provided lodging and kitchen access for the team. The teams returned home May 22, the one-year anniversary of the tornado. Much progress has been made, yet there is so much more to be done to rebuild Joplin.

Missouri Outlaws looking Olivet Baptist Church hosts for participants

Last Day of Sale Saturday July 7th

The coach for the Missouri Outlaws, a new 12u traveling team is looking for 11 girls with 2000/2001 birthdays to play in six to eight tournaments next spring and summer. Interested parties may contact Paul Scifres by Saturday, July 21. Scifres email is pscifres@lewis.k12.mo.us and cell number is (217) 440-7309. Tryouts will be held at Highland High School Thursday, August 2, Friday August 3, and if necessary.

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Space Quest VBS Mt. Olivet Baptist Church will host a “Space Quest” vacation bible school. The dates for the VBS Family Nights are: July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29 and August 4. A light supper will be at 5:00 p.m. and VBS will start at 5:30 p.m. Mt. Olivet’s VBS is not the traditional VBS – Mt. Olivet wants all family members to be there - it is for ALL ages - newborn to 125+. Come join the fun, lessons, crafts, and fellowship at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church on Hwy. 156. For more information, contact Sarah Adam at 573-4783534.

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