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Show Me Honor Flight Completes Mission

Macon County bands “Keota” and “Full Circle” will headline this year’s entertainment at the Atlanta Homecoming. “It’s a Family Tradition” is the theme for this year’s event to be Thursday, June 28 through Sunday, June 30, 2013. “We want folks of all ages to have the same great experiences we have all had with Homecomings in the past,” said committee member Aaron Baker. “A new generation of volunteers is working hard to Honor flight participants Albert Petrik escorted by son-in law Rick Gilmore are greeted by Sedalia, Missouri Boy Scouts on their return from Washington D.C.

Bucklin, Missouri residents Albert Petrik World War Two Veteran escorted by his son-in-law Rick Gilmore Vietnam Era Veteran were part of the May 21, 2013 Sedalia, Missouri Show Me Honor Flight. The Honor Flight Program was created to honor America’s veterans for all their sacrifices. The group transports our heroes from throughout Missouri to Washington, D.C., to visit and reflect at their memorials at no cost to them. Priority is given to senior veterans – WWII survivors, along with their escorts. The Honor Flight is a volunteer organization and funded by donations from individuals, organizations and businesses who wish to see our aging veterans honored before it is too late. Petrik and Gilmore returned with an escort of forty-eight motorcycles leading them into Sedalia where the fire department had a water cannon arch the bus drove through. Boy scouts, area citizens, and family members welcomed the returning veterans.

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maintain the traditions of good wholesome fun for the entire area.” The event will kickoff on Friday, June 28 with a pulled pork dinner at 6:00 p.m., followed by contests for Little Mr. & Mrs. Atlanta, Miss Atlanta and live entertainment by a Christian Band, Joshua 24:15, from Moberly. Keota will perform on Friday evening, starting at 8:30 p.m. The band includes Ronnie Truitt, Mary Beth Truitt, Jace Weber, Louis Fiquet III and Martina Miller. The band’s genre is “acoustic with attitude, Americana.” Saturday morning will feature a biscuits and gravy breakfast followed by a fishing derby, baby show and Future Little Mr. & Ms. Atlanta. Saturday’ parade will be held at 11:00 a.m., the only major scheduling change from previous years. The parade will be followed by a tractor show, car show, sand volleyball tournament, kids’ activities, frog and turtle show and pet show throughout the afternoon. Saturday evening will include local entertainment by Shelby Tipton and Dale Wilson, the Newlywed Game and a pie auction. Full Circle will also perform on Saturday evening, starting at 8:00 p.m. The band includes Paul Claiborne, Ashlie Meisner, Abbie Wyman, Kevin Myers, Arnold Compton and Randy Patrick. The band describes their music as “fresh and live” as they play a variety of classics and today’s hits. Concessions including ice cream and homemade desserts, Bingo, drawings, a bounce house, slide, kid games and a cakewalk will be held throughout Friday evening and Saturday. Sunday’s schedule includes “Church in the Park” at 11:00 a.m. and an “Ol’ Timers’ Softball Game” at the school at 5:30 p.m. For a more detailed schedule including contact information, times, etc., visit www.goatlantahomecoming. com or contact Jerod Thurman at(660) 342-4269.

First Annual La Plata FFA Banquet On May 16th, 2013, the La Plata FFA chapter held their first Chapter Banquet highlighting the year’s activities and recognizes members and their accomplishments. A meal was provided by the FFA for members and guests and students were recognized through plaques, pins and certificates. The first year was packed with activities from ground breaking, and building construction to Area III Battle of the Chapters, Nemo Fairparking cars, ribbon cutting and building dedication, Area

III Leadership Conference, chapter movie night, National FFA Convention, Area III Public Speaking, chapter fruit sales, chapter chartering, chapter Barnwarming, Area III FFA Barnwarming, La Plata R-II Christmas Project, Chapter Christmas party, Greenhand Motivational Conference, FFA Week, State FFA Convention, and Area III FFA Banquet. Career Development Events prepare students for careers in agriculture through practicing criticial thinking skills by “hands-on” and writ-

ten assessments. FFA Knowledge Team qualified for State through Area and District competitions and finished a Group II Team; Jessica Davison, Jeana Noel (Group I Individual at State), Ally Gregory, and Kalie Lene. Entomology Team qualified for state by placing third at districts and finished a Group II Team; Hunter Howe (High Individual at Districts and Group I Individual at State), Preston Payne (Group I Individual), Molly Safley, and MaKay Belt. Dairy Foods participated at districts; Laryn Pinkston,

Samm Jett, Logan Curtis, and Ben Bolden. The Ag Mechanics also participated at district competition; Cordel Bane, Nathan Peterson, and Brendan Curtis. To receive the State FFA Degree a member must meet the following qualifications: Have received the Chapter FFA Degree, have been an active FFA member for at least two years (24 months) at the time of receiving the State

See First Annual La Plata FFA Banquet on page A3

Upsilon Mu Senior Tea The members of Upsilon Mu Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi held a Senior Tea for the La Plata High School Senior Girls and Guests recently at the McLorn House in La Plata, Missouri. Those attending were: Molly Safley, Makay Belt, Elizabeth Janes and Taylor Snodgrass and their mothers. Guest speakers were: Polly Matteson, of Truman State University and ,Brook Fleshman, Counselor of La Plata High School. The afternoon began with pictures of the senior girls and their guests. Each girl attending received a photo frame for their photo. Following the photos a luncheon was served with finger foods, desserts and tea.

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LOCAL NEWS

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Adair County R-II School Receives 2013 Distinction In Performance Award

Adair County R-II School was one of 40 school districts in the northeast Missouri area honored by the Northeast Regional Professional Development Center, Truman State University, and the Missouri Association of School Administrators at a banquet on April 25th in Kirksville. Approximately 162 school board members, administrators, teachers, and students attended. The banquet was held in the Student Union Build-

ing on the Truman State University campus. The dinner was followed by the presentation of awards to representatives from the school districts. Attending school districts honored were Adair County R-II, Boncl R-X, Bowling Green R-I, Brunswick R-II, Bucklin R-II, Callao C-8, Canton R-V, Higbee R-VIII, Holliday C-2, Kirksville R-III, Knox County R-I, Lewis County C-1, Linn Co. R-I, Louisiana R-II, Macon R-I, Madison C-3, Marceline

R-V, Marion County R-II, Meadville R-IV, Middle Grove C-1, Moberly, Monroe City R-I, North Shelby, Northeast Randolph R-IV, Palmyra R-I, Putnam County R-I, Salisbury R-IV, Schuyler County R-I, Shelby County R-IV, and Westran R-I. Mr. Roger Kurtz, President of the Missouri Association of School Administrators, recognized the districts’ accomplishments. Also helping celebrate the districts’ accomplishments were Dr.

Troy Paino, President of Truman State University; Dr. Janet Gooch, Dean of School of Health Sciences and Education, Truman State University; Dr. Paul Yoder, Chair of the Department of Education, Truman State University; Darl Davis, Director of Northeast Regional Professional Development Center; and J.D. King, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Area Supervisor. This is the 8th year Adair County R-II has received the Distinction in Performance Award. Representatives of Adair County R-II at the celebration at Truman State University on April 25th included: Christy Grissom, Counselor; Brent Doolin, Principal; Curtis Gordon, Board President. The presentation was made by Mr. Roger Kurtz, Missouri Association of School Administrators President, and Mr. J.D. King, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Area Supervisor.

American Legion Contests

The stump your friends photo from last week had several guesses. The first one to call in with the correct guess was Roma Rodriquez, she guessed Kenneth (Skeeter) Graham. Other guesses were made by Toby Peavler, Alma Baker, Gene Bunch, Verna Buck, Anita Peavler, Ralph Johnson, Evelyn Bunch and Bill Harrison. Put your minds to work and try and figure out this photo. If you have photos of old time memories, whether it be people, landmarks, etc. we’d love to share them. Don’t forget you could win $5.00 from the ChewChoo Cafe at La Plata Pharmacy. Once a year, the National American Legion holds an essay contest on “Americanism” and also a “Poppy Poster” contest for all grades at the Bucklin R-11 School. The Bucklin American Legion Auxiliary, Post 57 honored all the winners on May 19, 2013. There were three classes that were judged. Class I were grades 3 & 4, Class ll were grades 5 & 6 and Class lll were grades 7 & 8. The Auxiliary gave 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place winners a cash award plus a certificate. First Photo from left to right is Class I – Kelsee Corbin – 3rd, Josi Rapp –

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Balfour, is the Poppy Chairman and promoted the “Poppy Poster” Contest with Bucklin R-II School. There were three classes that were judged in this Contest also. 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place winners, they also received cash awards and a certificate. Pictured from left to right is Class III - Lily King – 1st, Kelsee Corbin – 3rd, Class II – Seville Bussman – 1st, Wyatt Molloy- 2nd, Class IV – Maddie Burns – 1st, Calley Burk – 2nd. Class III – Sierra Riley – 2nd. Not pictured is Class II – Gavin Wright – 3rd. and Class IV – Candace Coe – 3rd. All First Place

winners in each Class went on to District to be judged. The overall winner of the Poppy Poster Contest was Maddie Burns and her Poster will be printed on the Green Hills Post 57, 5K Run/3K Walk T-shirts along with Legion Emblems. The run is scheduled for this August at the Bucklin 75th Homecoming. The Auxiliary welcomes all grades of the Bucklin R-II to enter the Americanism Essay and Poppy Poster Contest each Year. Congratulations to all the entries for a job well done.

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1st. Class II Bodey Yaegar – 3rd, Maddie Burns - 2nd. Class III – Emily Jamison – 1st. Class II – Regan Wood -1st. Carole Kinnison and Cathy Jackson are the Americanism Chairman for the Essay contest from Bucklin. Not Pictured is Class I – Austin Peterson -2nd Place and Class III- Kellen Roberston – 2nd Place. Regan Wood and Emily Jamison’s Essays were picked to be judged at District Level and they both got cash awards for that also. The two essays were then sent on to State Department for further judging. Second photo: Linda

The La Plata High School Alumni Association meeting was called to order by Richard Burns at 8 pm. The invocation was given by John Gorham. Pledge of allegiance was led by Leland Collins. Memorial Day was selected to be the meeting time for the next alumni association date in 2014 (May 24). The scholarship

Annual La Plata Community Mausoleum Meeting Tuesday, June 18th ~ 7:00 p.m. ~ at the La Plata Mausoleum

committee selected two graduating seniors to receive $150 each. The winners were Erin Boren and Cordel Bane. Floor nominations were elected for next year. They include: Richard Burns, President; Larry Sees, Vice-President; Debbie Gorham, Secretary and Bobby Hamlin, Treasurer. Prizes were awarded throughout the evening. Classes of 1938 (Oral Francis), 1943 (Bill Bullock), 1946 (Dale Slaughter, Blanche Mercer Meeks), 1948 (Jackie Lewis Wayman, Leland Collins, Freda Roberts Slaughter, George Cribb, Donna Thomas Zureher, Worth Bragg, Mary Lou Wait) 1949 (James Mitchell, Peggy McVay Noble, Zella Hatfield Rudd,

Burton Lee). 1950 (Dean Anderson, Phyllis Bragg Belt, Edward Green, Salt Beth Pash Fouch, Lora Bailey Loughery, Billy Don Loughery). 1951 (Louis Marsh Goughan, Cecil Taylor, Lenora Searce Grears, Verna Pippin Buck), 1953 (Marilyn Marsh Garrett, Martha Hawkins Rhen, Marvin Seidt, Rosemary Turner Allen, Nona Ocker Young), 1953 (Melba Cokerham Borven, Wava Hays McHenry, Ron McHenry), 1957 (Eddie Mansfield). 1960 (Richard Burns), 1961 (Sharron Bishop Burns), 1963, 1964 (Larry Sees, Susie McHenry Sees). 1966 (David Johnson), 1967 (John Gorham), 1968, 1973 (Bobbi Buck Hamlin), 1975 (Teresa Taylor),

1978, 1983, 1988, 1993, 2003 and 2008 were recognized. Louise shared a special original Atalpal club presentation of 1913 which had been donated by Earl Beckman. Sara Beth Fouch and John Gorham led the group in a sing-a-long with songs, “Dream a Little Dream of Me”, “Fools Rush In”, and “Sentimental Journey”. The evening program ended by singing the La Plata Spirit song “On La Plata.” Guests present were: John Rhen, Louis Mansfield, Jill Lockhart and daughter Carol Anderson, Jo Cribb, Patricia Bragg, Bob Allen, Karrol Fouch, Debbie Gorham. Teachers: Holland Clem and Ann Bullock.

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Obituary

Willis C. Shumaker

Willis C. Shumaker, age 85, of La Plata, Missouri passed away Friday, June 7, 2013 at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri. Born March 7, 1928 in Adair County, he was the son of Thomas and Tina (Sallee) Shumaker. On February 18, 1956 in Kirksville, Missouri, he married Ruth Irene Barnett who preceded him in death on April 17, 2004. Also preceding him in death were his parents and two brothers Pearl and Hollis Shumaker. He is survived by two step-daughters, Barbara Carter of La Plata, Missouri and Judy Schreckise of Kirksville, Missouri; three nieces, Ronda VanHara of Gifford, Missouri, Vonda Bender of Clarence, Missouri, and Holly Williams of La Plata, Missouri; one nephew, Tommy Shumaker of La Plata, Missouri; and friend Corinne Corrick of La Plata, Missouri. Willis lived most all of his life in the La Plata Community. He served his country in United States Army during the Korean War. He was employed by MoDOT for 31 years. He was a member of the La Plata American Legion. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 10, 2013 at Travis Funeral Chapel in La Plata, Missouri, with Pastor Hillis Prather officiating. Music was provided by Janis Mitten playing and singing “Precious Lord, Take My Hand”. Burial was in the Yarrow Cemetery. Pallbearers were be Jay Matticks, Kirby Bailey, Mike Gunnels, Eldon Corrick, Gerald Corrick and Tommy Shumaker.

Death Notice

Madeline H. Cole

The Garden Club

The Garden Club met at the home of Enid Moots May 20th 2013 at 1:30 pm with Donna Kelly as co hostess. Meeting was called to order by President Irene Osborn. The pledge of allegiance was repeated by all and also the pledge to the Missouri State Flag. Roll call was answered by 13 members telling of experiences with Poison Ivy. Old business was discussed and we had none. New business was asked for and we had none. Penny drill was won by Jerry Prather. We had four Birthdays and all received their gifts from their Secret Pals. Enid gave the program on Poison Ivy and it was very interesting. A game on Poison Ivy was won by Margaret Kincaid. Refreshments of Ice Cream Sodas, mints, nuts and party mix was served. Visiting was enjoyed by all.

Madeline H. Cole, age 83, of La Plata, Missouri passed away Sunday, June 9, 2013 at the La Plata Nursing in La Plata, Missouri. Services are pending at Travis Funeral Chapel, La Plata, Missouri.

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Atlanta Community Club

The Atlanta Community Club held its meeting on May 28th with seven members present. A carry-in meal was served at noon. Following the meal, the president, Virginia

Grubbs, conducted a brief business meeting. Regular reports were presented and approved. It was announced that the next meeting would be held on June 24th.

Those present were Clifford and Virginia Grubbs, Glen Parrish, Kathy Baker, Betty Baker. Aaron Baker and Lila Wiggans.

Birth Announcement

Isaac Michael James Jamie and Ashlee James, Maryville, proudly announce the birth of their second child, a son, Isaac Michael James. Isaac was born at 8:32 p.m., May 7, 2013, at Heartland Hospital in St. Joseph. He weighed 10 pounds, 5 ounces and was 21.5 inches long. Isaac joins his two-year-old sister, Ava Lee Moriah. Maternal grandparents are Philip and Aleta Casady of Bucklin. Great grandparents are Margaret Selmon and the late T. L. (John) Selmon of Bonaire, GA, and the late Ruth Selmon and P. R. (Pearley) and Virginia Casady of Bucklin. Paternal grandparents are Clay James of Graham, and Bob and Yvonne Killian, and the late Marsha Killian of Garland, TX. Great grandparents are Mitchell and Sadie James, Whitehall, IL, and the late Jim and Virginia Bates, Hettick, IL.

LOCAL NEWS Floyd A. Walker

Floyd A. Walker, age 89, of Warrensburg, passed away Monday, June 3, 2013, at Country Club Care Center. He was born March 25, 1924, in Knox County, Missouri, the son of Verna and May (Tonkinson) Walker.On November 22, 1952, he was united in marriage to GAnna Bagby in Salem, Arkansas. Floyd graduated from LaPlata High School in 1942 and served in the U.S. Army Air Corps from 1943 to 1946. He received his Bachelor in Science degree from Northeast Missouri Teacher’s College in Kirksville, MO, and then worked at LaPlata High School as the football, basketball, and baseball coach from 1949 to 1956. Floyd attended and received his Masters degree from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, AZ in 1954. In 1956, he and his family moved from LaPlata to St. Charles, MO, where he taught school and coached until 1962, Floyd moved to Warrensburg to be the head baseball coach and assistant basketball coach. He completed his Doctorate in Education at the University of Arkansas in 1966, and became Athletic Director at Central Missouri State University a position he held until 1980. He remained on staff as a professor until 1986. Floyd and GAnna moved to Raytown and when he accepted the position of Associate Athletic Director at UMKC from 1986 until his official retirement in 1992. That was the year, they moved back to Warrensburg for good. Floyd was a member of the First Christian Church of Warrensburg, where he served as deacon, chairman of the church board and elder. He was a member of the American Legion Post #131, where he was a past commander, and a member of the VFW Post #2513. Floyd was a member and past President of the Warrensburg Kiwanis Club as well as several professional organizations. He served on the NCAA Division II Basketball Tournament Committee and was one of the founding members of the Rusty Zippers Club in Warrensburg. In 2000, he was inducted into the Athletic Directors Hall of Fame. Floyd is survived by his wife GAnna; two sons: Burt Walker and wife Nancy of Lee’s Summit, MO; and Bill Walker and wife Karen of Des Moines, IA; one daughter, Barbara Walker of Winston Salem, NC; one sister, Betty Herr of Quincy, IL; five grandchildren: Jennifer Ness and husband Ryan of Grinnell, IA; Ryan Walker of Chicago, IL; Vincent Walker and Claire Walker, both of Des Moines, IA; and Ruan Walker of Winston Salem, NC; and three great-grandchildren, Connor, Brooke, and Megan Ness. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Wuanita Perry. Memorial services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 7, 2013, at the First Christian Church in Warrensburg with Pastor Jerry Basye officiating. Interment followed at Warrensburg Memorial Gardens with full military honors provided by Warrensburg American Legion Post #131 and VFW Post #2513. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Christian Church Building Fund or Johnson County Hospice and both can be left in care of Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home in Warrensburg.

First Annual La Plata FFA Banquet u See First Annual La Plata FFA Banquet on page 1A FFA Degree. While in school, have completed the equivalent of at least two years (360 hours) of systematic school instruction in agricultural education at or above the ninth grade level, which includes a supervised agricultural experience program. Have earned and productively invested at least $1000, or worked at least 300 hours in excess of scheduled class time, or a combination thereof, in a supervised agricultural experience program. Demonstrate leadership ability by: performing 10 procedures of parliamentary law, giving a six minute speech on a topic relating to agriculture of FFA. Serving as an officer, committee chairperson or participating member of a chapter committee. Have a satisfactory scholastic record as certified by the local agricultural educa-

tion instructor and the principal or superintendent. In addition to those qualification student in Missouri must be in the top 7% of members within each chapter. Katlyn Asher received her State Degree this year at the 85th Annual State FFA Convention, she is the daughter of Kellie and Wesley Wehner of rural La Plata. Katlyn’s Supervised Agriculture Experience (SAE) Program consists of raising boar goats, chickens and pigs. The Greenhand Degree is given to 1st year FFA Members meeting a given the following requirements; students must be enrolled in an ag class, have plans for an SAE, learn and explain the FFA Creed, motto, salute, FFA Mission statement, FFA emblem, colors, have a knowledge of the code of ethics, own

a FFA manual and demonstrate a knowledge of the FFA history. Star Greenhand recipients demonstrate a vast working knowledge of the FFA in and outside the classroom. Star Greenhands include; Freshman – Jessica Davison, Sophomore – Jeana Noel, Junior – Hunter Howe and Senior – Molly Safley. Members or groups inducted as Honorary Chapter Degree Reciepants include; La Plata R-II Board of Education and the La Plata Ag Department Advisory Council members. Both groups of individuals have demonstrated a great deal of support in starting and maintaining the La Plata FFA and Ag Program. The evening concluded with new officer installation and closing ceremonies by current President Hunter Howe.

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COMMENTARY Blonde But Blunt BY BECKY JEFFCOAT EDITOR/PUBLISHER

JEFFCOAT and a couple arms on the couch, with a little bit of “umpft” he’da made it standing straight up. Little bugger! He’s so darn cute! His parents have decided to follow the books and introduce one food at a time, so for a while we were on green beans, but have recently introduced carrots. And for a 3rd and 4th introduction, when mom and dad aren’t around, I’ve taken it upon myself to introduce a small taste of whatever I want to!! LOL, don’t tell! But I can tell you he doesn’t much like beets! I love ‘em! And when the ice cream hits his little tongue, his eyes look like fifty-cent pieces and his facial expressions are priceless. Guess’n we’ll have to work on the cold stuff a little slower. But he is one of the highlights of my life. Sara did good!! So of course, since she is from my loins, guess I did great too! Hehe. Been doing some spring cleaning and gearing up for the La Plata City Wide Yard Sale this weekend. I have lots of trinkets and stuff, as well as clothes, shoes, purses, knick knacks, candles, and of course my junk is your treasure. LOL, so hope to see ya there! I didn’t really think that my little apartment would hold that much stuff, guess I was wrong. Actually don’t really know how it all fit in that closet! WOW! Hope it doesn’t rain and the weather is great, if not…….. Keep It Kool, Bec

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Among the several projects accomplished over the weekend, I sharpened the kitchen knives. I wasn’t aware we had so many, but I persevered and got it done. Fearing my wife might forget I had sharpened the knives, I installed a card over the knife block reading, “Danger!” As I felt the edge of each knife, I remembered the words of Hebrews 4:12, “The Word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing the soul and spirit.” The Bible is the world’s bestseller. That should translate into much biblical knowledge; but too often it does not. It is common for households to have many Bibles but for the home’s residents to be biblically ignorant. If you fall into the category above, let me offer a suggestion. Read the Bible like you would read a manual. The Bible is a manual for living. Let show you what I mean. I purchased a mechanical manual at the bookstore. We were working on my teenage son’s car, and I needed instructions. I would never have read this book except I needed the information it contained. I read through many pages of boring data until I found the material

I needed. What I learned helped me that day and many times afterward. Bible truths are like that, once you have learned them, they come to mind just when you need them—and sometimes when you would rather not hear them. Drake was old and bitter. Long ago someone mistreated him. With time on his hands, he plotted how to get even. One day while planning this payback, he remembered the words, “Let not the sun go down on your wrath.” (Ephesians 4:12) He thought, “The sun is about to go down on me for good. I am going to die a bitter old man.” Before he went to bed that night, he vowed to forgive his antagonists so he could live the rest of his days in joy. While parking to attend an important meeting, I saw an obviously drunken man lying in the gutter. If I tried to help him, I would doubtless miss my meeting. But I could pretend I did not see him, and no one would know. Suddenly Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan came to mind. I helped the man and missed the meeting. The Word of God is living and powerful, sharper than a sword.

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Thomas Perry, noted author for humorous suspense novels once again has a new book on our shelf; The Boyfriend. Reviewers say Perry delivers an exceptionally crafted book, with a cunning plot and cleverly constructed characters. Retired homicide detective, Jack Till works as a private investigator chasing down routine cases. When the parents of a recently murdered young girl, who was about the age of his daughter, asks for his help he reluctantly takes the case. Till discovers the young girl was a working high-class prostitute and she is not the only young female who has been killed. Who is killing these young escorts? Will Till risk his life to find the murderer? Find out if a ruthless killer will go free, read The Boyfriend. True Crime Online, by J. A. Hitchcock is all about cybercrime. Cyberstalking is a newer form of crime where a victim is pursued online via email, blogs, social networking sites, instant messaging, message boards, webcams, chat rooms and more. Reading some of the crimes in this book may give you cold chills, however as a parent I am glad to have read this book. It amazes me how often online crimes are committed or being committed without our

knowledge. Come and check out this book, it will give you a different perspective for online chatting with those you really don't know. Don't Go, by Lisa Scottoline, delivers the story of a soldier who discovers what it means to be a man, a father, and ultimately, a hero. While in Afghanistan, devastation strikes at home. Chloe is wife dies in an apparent household accident. This soldier must return home to care for his baby girl; whom he is a complete stranger to, and try to reestablish a medical practice that is in jeopardy. Worse to come is the shocking secrete left behind. Other reviewers say this is a gripping, thrilling, and profoundly emotional story. I'm thinking this is a must read. Can't wait to get my hands on it. ***Book descriptions are written from information found on book covers, internet reviews and personal perspectives.

Special Summer Events: June 1: Mining in Macon Part 1 1:00 2:30. June 3–June 7: Summer Reading Program Begins. June 5: Singing Group Wildheart 2:00 –3:00. June 5, 12, 19, 26: In Stitches Crafting 1:00 – 4:00. June 7: Animal Reading Program 10:15 – 10:45. June 11: Christian the Magician 11:00 – 12:00. June 15: Underground Railroad Program 10:30 – 11:30. Visit your local library today! - Teri Mayhew

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Monday, June 17

Taco Salad, lettuce, cheese, tomato, beans, salsa, chips and brownie.

Tuesday, June 18

Sloppy Joes, macaroni salad, spinach, bun, applesauce.

Wednesday June 19

Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, peaches, roll.

Thursday June 20

BBQ ribs, parsley potatoes, roll, California blend, cake with strawberries.

Cheeseburger on bun w/ lettuce, pickles and onions, French fries, peas, banana, cookie, milk. Pork Roast, mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, bread, plums, milk. Sausage, biscuits and gravy, hash rounds, blackeyed peas, apricots, milk. BBQ chicken wings, carrot raisin salad, cauliflower, hot rolls, baked apples, milk.

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Tuesday, June 18

Wednesday, June 19 Thursday, June 20 Friday, June 21

Roast Pork, Oriental salad, peas, carrots, ice cream.

Fish, Au Gratin potatoes, breaded tomatoes, bread, banana cream pie, milk.

With our current weather pattern the best aide I could provide is a little bit more dry I know (little bit because I remember last year) but I don’t have that kind of power. I am going to discuss a weather aide that is available to farmers that you should be interested in and can benefit you. Horizon Point is a weather aide from the University of Missouri that provides site specific weather information to your e-mail. When you sign up you provide the location of your farm so the information can be for your location. There is a wide range of information you can receive such as: planting depth soil temperature, weed and insect scouting aids, wind and precipitation (forecast and historical plus probability), animal comfort indices, rainfall runoff estimator and temperature information. You determine what information you would like and the frequency with which you will get it through a secure site. There is no charge for this service. I’ve had a couple of farmers ask me about wet weather resources that we have in Extension. You can access some that we do have at: http://extension. missouri.edu/publications/DisplayPub. aspx?P=EMW1001.

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Dr. H. Wade Paris

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Weather? Well I feel like a torn page in the book somewhere between “The Wizard of Oz” tornados, the great sun dried prairies of “On The Banks of Plum Creek” and “The River Runs Through It” with all the rain. I don’t know whether to wear boots or sandals to work, to carry an umbrella or not or to wear a hat with a tie so it doesn’t blow off the top of my head. Missouri Weather!! Don’t ya love it! Had a funny thing happen to me last week. Was on my way south and stopped at Hardee’s in Macon to get a big ole ice tea. Let’s back up, you should know that the license plate on the back of my truck is pink and boosts a big Duck Commander (from Duck Dynasty) on it. So I order my tea and drive through, I also ordered a breakfast sandwich that I guess they had to make, because they asked me to drive up and wait. So I did. And I waited and waited and finally a girl came out of that little side door and then smiled and started running up to my truck. To her sadness, there I sat. She said “Oh I thought with that license plate you were one of the Robertson boys”. Nope, sorry, just me. I sometimes forget to shave my legs, but didn’t know my face was that furry and fuzzy, so guess I need to make an appointment with my professional waxer. LOL But it was funny! Guess you had to be there! Little Lee (my 7 month old grandson) is beginning to explore my house a little better. He’s starting to crawl just a tad. Right now he gets on all fours and wavers back and forth, but last week, he finally lifted up those little knees and took off. Even caught him once with one leg up

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GOOOOOOD MORNING Thomas Hill Lake!!! The coo of the Morning Dove breaks the silence as I sit watching a breath taking sunrise, coffee steaming besides me. So many vibrant colors shimmer on the calm lake, double exposure from the sky to the waters edge greet my eyes. All is waking up on my lady’s land telling me of another perfect day coming our way. The rains have made our garden a picture of love & hard work come into view, how pretty to see the fruits of our labor so lush and green. Landscaping has started, now to get the new bushes, trees & flowers all in place, I am hoping that the birds, especially the “hummers” will be attracted to all the flowering pieces that will be planted. I have started making friends with a little squirrel, he doesn’t seem very afraid of me and lets me get just a few steps from him before up the tree he goes, but waits for the cookies that I have left in the tree hole for him. I usually see him at a certain tree in the yard, but today he was on the deck, I think that’s a sign we are getting closer, it will take time but we I feel will become buddies, he loves the cookies! The campgrounds have been full the last few weekends. The lake is alive with boats, jet ski’s, fishermen and the smell of cook outs, this is the season that we all appreciate and enjoy. Take time to stop, smell and look, it’s the little things that will make you appreciate the big picture. As Always, Love & Hugs from the lake.....Connie einnoc@cvalle.net

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the several other counties in Missouri and the National Sheriff’s Association to provide assistance to Sheriff’s Office employees in Oklahoma that were affected by the May 20thtornado. According to the Oklahoma Sheriff’s Association, at least 24 Sheriff’s Office employees have lost most, if not all, of their homes and belongings. The employees from Cleveland County, Oklahoma County, and Pottawatomie County were working that day and came home to a pile of rubble. “I can’t imagine having my Deputies going home to nothing after a day of tragedy. Even though their lives were spared, many have nothing left but splinters on a foundation. We are doing everything we can so those families can get back on their feet and continue to serve their communities.” The Macon County Sheriff’s Office is asking for any help the public may be able to provide. “We have started collecting items here at the Sheriff’s Office such as clothing for all ages, hygiene products, toys for children of any age, and canned food items and we will continue to receive those items until Sunday, June 2.” The National Sheriff’s Association has started a relief fund where you may go online and make a donation. Go to www.sheriffs.org/disasterrelief to send a donation. “In times like these we will be there to help pick up the pieces for our brothers and sisters in the law enforcement community.” C Y

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LOCAL NEWS Brunswick Legion Post 7 Wins Membership Money

Saturday morning, June 1, 2013 at the Trenton Missouri Army National Guard Armory members of The American Legion District Two met for their quarterly meeting. Members discussed transporting students to Jefferson City for Government Day in 2014, establishing Sons of The American Legion Squadrons, and continuing membership in the Legion. Brunswick RuckerMcAllister Post 7 won the $50.00 attendance

award. Bill Page Post 7 Commander accepted the position of the Southern District Two Liaison to coordinate with the Legion Posts in Carrollton, Marceline, Moberly, Norborne, Salisbury, and Sumner. PHOTO LEFT TO RIGHT: Sandy Delashmutt-Post 7 Adjutant, Terry Carmack-Post 7 member, Bill Paige-Post 7 Commander, Colby Carmack and Brady Patterson-Post 7 Sons of The American Legion.

by Sharron Burns

May 27 we continue with 1-1/2 inches of rain, followed by Sunday’s rain of 1 inch and 6/10 inches Tuesday brought. Friday we had only ½ inch. What a week of rain and cooler temperatures. We have entered June with brighter days and a hope for more sunshine all week! Jeremy Jarman, Mike and Lana Daniels and Roger Jay Jarman have visited Mary and Roger Jarman this week. Linda and Gary Pyle have visited their son Jon and family over Memorial Day. They helped grandson Charley celebrate his 5th birthday. Christy and Rob Bristow, Jennifer Timerrick and Aydin Gunnels, Nikisha Couch and children were Sunday guests of Cone and David Gunnels. Wednesday Carolyn Hill and Marilyn Sinnock visited Opal Haggy and Farris Peterson of Kirksville. Sharron Burns vis-

ited Kim Shoop this past week to work on the picture album for the Gifford Christian Church’s 100th celebration, which will be June 30th. Sharron and Richard Burns and Amy Burns of Columbia attended the Tallman Reunion held Sunday at the La Plata Masonic Lodge. Donna and Bud Seibold enjoyed a visit from Janice Summers this week. Norma Slaughter and Merlin Easley visited Gary Pyle this week. Carla Easley and granddaughters came to visit the kittens at Linda Pyle’s home this week. Dean and Marietta Slaughter attended the Williams family reunion at the Atlanta Community building. Sunday. Mac McRay visited Gary Pyle this week. Oklahoma Indians 4-H club sold tickets for the NEMO Fair Chicken Bingo games Saturday at C&R.

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Peggy Thomas was admitted to Boone Hospital on June 2nd. She was dismissed June 6 to the La Plata Nursing Home. W.R and Barbara Buck and Eva went to Galesville, WI, to visit Erik and Angela Shepherd from May 3 to June 1st. While there, they also attended Kyle Sheppard’s High School Graduation in Seneca, WI on May 31st. Kevin East also attended. Mr and Mrs. Brett Miles, daughter and grandson of Philipsburg, KS visited recently with Erma Lea Billings in La Plata. Bobbi Hamlin and Adrienne of Kirksville visited Saturday, June 1st with Verna Buck. They also attended the wedding shower for Cassandra Tuggle held at Family Life Center in La Plata. Eddie Buck of Kirksville visited Sunday with

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Verna Buck bringing lunch. Janice Summers was an afternoon visitor. W.R. and Barbara Buck were evening visitors. Lynn Voyles of Columbia spent Tuesday night with Cora and Larry Voyles abd accompanied them to St. Louis Wednesday for Larry’s doctor appointment. Vera Buck enjoyed dining in La Plata Tuesday evening with Bobbi Hamlin and Barb Yoakum. Lenora Grear and Verna Buck visited Erma Lea Billings at Northeast regional on Wednesday. Carla Worley, Gabrielle and Michele of Tuson arrived Sunday June 7th. They went to St. Louis for Gabrielle’s 2 year medical check-up. Dolores and Rick Silvers of Independence spent Memorial Day weekend with Wm. Fredman and family.

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Shannon Isaacson, AAMS® Financial Advisor

by Patty Truitt

Well here we are into June and it is still cool and rainy. Where is that good old, hot summer? I must say that I have never had so many rose blossoms ever. All of my 50 roses are blooming beautifully. Last Thursday I had a wonderful day. I went to Moberly with my daughter Laura and granddaughter Katherine. We did some shopping, had some lunch and went to Ritters and got some plants and some produce. They had a great variety of both. We had lots of fun, and a great dinner. Saturday night Norma and Bella Wood came and spent the night with Grandma and Grandpa Truitt. We had a great supper with their cousin Derek. Later we watched a movie. Sunday morning the girls and I went to Sunday School and church. We had lunch together and later in the afternoon their Mom and Dad, AKA Raymond and Jessica, came to get them. My grandson Derek has a new seven week old puppy. She is a beautiful black lab mix and we all love her. Our almost two year old Jack Russel Terrier-Beagle mix female Jackie loves the puppy but my four year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cody, who is a male would rather the puppy would go away. Our daughter-inlaw, Jessica, brings her bull dog puppy, Abby, up to play. The three girls have lots of fun running and playing. Cody just sits

and watches them. He acts like a grouchy old male. My friend Carolyn Hill has been spending lots of time working in her yard and it shows. Carolyn has one of the prettiest yards in town. Last week she went to Kirksville with her sister Marilyn. The yearly Spelling Bee was held at the Clarence Elementary School on May 17th. The top spellers were Ethan Buzzard, top 4th-5th grade speller, and top speller for three years. He is the son of Krista and Brandon Buzzard. Jastyn Johnson is top speller 2nd3rd grade speller. He is the son of Jennifer and Kevin Johnson. Congratulations to you both. Anna Louise VanHouten was presented a Community Volunteer Award at the awards assembly May 22nd. Anna Louise sewed together quilt pieces the children had each made. The quilt now hangs in the school hallway. She is a wonderful volunteer to the Clarence Elementary School. The Clarence United Methodist Church will be having Vacation Bible School June 10th to the 13th. It will be held daily from 9:30 to noon. Everyone is invited to attend. Don’t forget the Clarence Homecoming June 19th to 22nd with Family Night to be Wednesday June 19. Hope to see you there. Hoping all of you have a blessed week. Patty

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Meeting TOPS MO877 in La Plata met Tuesday, June 14th at 6:00 pm in the La Plata Christian Church fellowship hall with 8 members weighing in. Gail led the Meeting. We opened with our TOPS and KOPS pledges and the “TOPS Rededication Song” led by Karen C. Roll call was; “Did you lose, did you journal and what did you do Saturday?” Best TOPS loser was Janet with Elaina as runner-up. Best KOPS loser was Veva. “Welcome to Boot Camp TOPS” is our new summer contest. We are to track our miles walked and our exercise time, plus more and different challenges each week for 13 weeks. Saturday, June 1st at

10:00 am we held our “TOPS Workshop” led by area coordinator Cindy Story from Warsaw, Missouri. Our meeting was in the La Plata First Baptist Church Family Life Center. Cindy presented a knowledgeable and encouragingly program giving us the incentive to make changes and try new ideas. There were 23 in attendance from Kirksville, Palmyra, Brookfield, Macon and La Plata chapters. We adjourned at about 12:30 pm. One of the changes we have made as a club is not have a weekly challenge each week, especially during boot camp. Anyone interested in visiting or joining TOPS is welcome. Please call Gail at 660-651-3025 for more information.

Notice The Board of Directors of the La Plata Community Fore Protection District will hold their regular meeting Monday, June 17, 2013 at 8:00 pm in the Depot Inn Meeting room. Agenda will include pay-

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Saturday morning, June 1, 2013 members of the North Central Missouri American Legion District Two held their quarterly meeting at the Missouri Army National Guard Armory in Trenton. Larry Warren District Commander presided. Members discussed plans on 2014 Government Day at Jefferson City and using a school bus to pick up students enroute from Mercer to Bucklin. Members also voted on Missouri Department proposed changes to the counties in the current Legion Districts. Commander War-

ren announced the next District Two meeting will be September 7, 2013 10:00 AM at the Laclede General Pershing Museum building. Sergeant First Class Christine Chaney of the 548th Transportation Company was thanked for her assistance in setting up the District Two meeting. PHOTO LEFT TO RIGHT: District Two meeting at Trenton National Guard Armory Donald Fosse-District Two Sergeant at Arms, Robert Jobson-Chaplain, Bill Paige-Brunswick Post 7 Commander, Larry Warren District Two Com-

mander, Colby Carmack and Brady Patterson Brunswick Sons of the American Legion, Ralph Thomas District Two Adjutant, Edwin Allender-Chillicothe Post 25 Commander, Terry Smith Chapter 228 Legion Riders Vice Commander, Michael Wilcox, Larry Starrett, and Dick Lanning-Trenton Post 31 members, Cory FrenchTrenton Post 7 Adjutant, Terry Carmack District Two Judge Advocate, Jack Griffin-District Two Vice Commander, and Sandy DeLashmutt-Brunswick Post 7 Adjutant.

American Legion and Auxiliary of La Plata Post 28 The American Legion and Auxiliary of La Plata Post 28 met Wednesday, May 22, at 7pm at the Legion Hall for regular meeting. Commander Clyde Burch called meeting to order with Rev. John Becker giving prayer followed by covering POW Chair, Pledge to Flag and Preamble in unison. President Marie Gladbach presided over auxiliary meeting. Verna Buck call roll, answered by 5 members.

Minutes were read and approved. Old Business reported that Barbara Buck had accompanied Nancy McKenzie Adams to Girls State briefing in Hannibal on April 21. Girls State will be held June 23-29 at Warrensburg. Also attending will be Morgan Kimmell Hannah Larsen with LaDonna White as alternate. Reported Poppy Days were very successful. Thanks to all that helped

and all those that donated. Other new business, it is nearing time for election of officers. Also suggested sending notes to members that we need you at meetings. Plans discussed for Memorial Day service. Bob Baker was winner of 50/50. Next meeting will be June 26 at 7:30pm. All veterans and wives welcome. Also, if you are a mother daughter sister or granddaughter, come join us.

Moberly Area Community College Releases President’s And Dean’s List Moberly Area Community College announces the spring 2013 President’s and Dean’s lists. One hundred ninetytwo (192) students obtained a 4.00 grade point average in 12 or more semester hours to qualify for the President’s List. This number is higher than spring 2012, when 162 students qualified for the President’s List. Two hundred sixty-six (266) students obtained between a 3.50 and a 3.99 grade point average in 12 or more semester hours to qualify for the Dean’s List. During the spring 2012 semester, two hundred ninety-two (292) students qualified for the Dean’s List. Developmental courses and pass/fail courses are not included in the calculation of the grade point average. The following are those students from Macon County. President’s list Spring 2013: Bevier: Shelby Dunseith; La Plata: Brenda Williams; Macon: Jeremy Brammer; Adrienne Clay; Sharon Gentner; Ragan Kothe. Dean’s List Spring 2013: Bevier: Shelby Cross; La Plata: Lindsey Arnold; Grant Roberts: Macon: Ricky Caylor; Stacee Gates; Stephanie Hicks; Nancy Pagett; Melinda Pickins; Chance Shook; Alexander Skouby.

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by Kathy Nickerson Heartland Christian Academy band students presented their spring concert recently. They are under the direction of Mrs. Eliza Bock, with assistance from Miss Amanda Russman. The performance started with our fifth grade musicians who have been playing less than a year. Even though the students are early in their careers, they made some beautiful music. The high school concert band then played several patriotic numbers. During breaks in the

evening’s performance, Mrs. Sheryl Rutherford presented awards to high school students for both athletic and academic achievement. We are proud of all these students who excel on the basketball court, the volleyball court, the classroom, and the track. We are even more excited when we see many of them developing godly character and loving God. Music will enrich their lives and open many doors for them. But only Jesus will complete them.

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To All Persons Interested In The Estate of William Clifford Mathis, deceased. On June 5, 2013, the Last Will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, Rosalie Mathis was appointed personal representative of the estate of William Clifford Mathis, decedent by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri. The name, business addresses, and phone numbers of the personal representative is: Rosalie Mathis, 23628 State Highway OO, Bevier, MO 63532; (660) 384-3281. The Personal Representative's attorney's name, business address and phone number is: Robert L. Knapp, Truman Law Building, 14701 E. 42nd Street S, Independence, MO 64055; (816) 373-3798. All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six (6) 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 creditor by the personal representative, then within two (2) 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 (6) month period and such two (2) month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one (1) 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 decedent's death: October 2, 2012.. Date of first publication: June 12, 2013. /s/ Denise Ziebarth, Probate Clerk Dates of publication are June 12, 19, 26 and July 3, 2013.

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NOTICE OF HEARING To all persons who claim any interest in the property of Geneta Kay Timmons, decedent, as an heir of said descendant or through any heir of said decendent: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above court by Amy Brooke Timmons, for the determination of the heirs of Geneta Kay Timmons, decedent, and of their respective interests as such heirs in and with respect to the following described property owned by said decendent at the time of death, to-wit: All of an undivided one-fourth interest in the South One-half of the Northwest Quarter of Section Eleven (11), Township of Fifty-seven (57) North, Range Thirteen (13) West, Macon County, Missouri. Subject to restrictions, easements, and right of way of public record. Petitioner's attorney is R. Timothy Bickhaus, whose business address and phone number are: 109 N. Missouri Street, P.O. box 451, Macon, Missouri 63552; (660) 385-3854. You are hereby required to appear to answer said petition on June 26, 2013 at 8:00 o'clock a.m. in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of the Macon County, Missouri, at 101 Washington Street, Building #1 (upstairs), Macon, Missouri, at which time and place said petition will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment may be entered in due course upon and petition. Date of first publication: May 22, 2013. /s/ Denice Ziebarth Probate Clerk

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Sixth Graders – Getting Their Hands Dirty As you drive around town and throughout the countryside you are surrounded by farmers planting crops and people planting their gardens for the summer. During the last week of school the La Plata Ag Department, partnered with Mrs. Howe’s sixth graders and planted their own pallet gardens next to the Ag Building. The class was divided into six groups and each group constructed and planted their own garden. Construction began with a pallet, weed barrier, scissors, a staple gun, soil and a variety of seeds. The weed barrier was placed on the bottom, cut to fit and then stapled to keep soil in the pallet. Students were able to select from a variety of seeds to plant in the gardens. Before planting students had to consider plant growth requirements

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such as; light, water, fertilizer and days to maturity. Upon selecting the particular seeds students planted them to the required depth and water them in to increase growth potential. “It was a very cool and fun experience. I liked it so much that we started 6 at home.” -Autumn Allen “I thought the pallets were a learning experience in gardening and plants.”-DJ Hemmerling “It was an awesome experience because I learned how to use a wheelbarrow and plant seeds.” -Drew Roberts “I think it’s cool because I love gardening” -Brandon Boston “It was an awesome experience because we learned new things and worked together” -Jacci Gregory “It was an interesting way to plant a garden.” -Shaylee Ferguson.

Makes The La Plata Ladies’ Snodgrass Northwest Announces Golfers Spring 2013 Trimester The La Plata Ladies’ Golfers met on Tues., June 4 with 8 members present. Currently they have 32 teams committed to play their tournament on Tues., June 18. On Monday, June 17 the ladies will meet at 10 a.m. to set up for the tournament. They will divide into a group to go to the church center and prepare for the luncheon and a group to work at the course. Several last minutes details were discussed regarding preparation for the tournament. Many generous businesses and individuals have donated money and gifts for

the tournament. Ann will be hostess next week. Nadine was hostess this week. She brought breakfast pizza. The ladies were divided into two teams of 4 and the front side was played as 9 par threes. Putts were counted. Both teams tied with a score of 25 and 12 putts. Some of the ladies stayed to play the second nine. Afterwards they replaced Jimmy Hays’ Memorial Tree, which had died, with the help of Darrel Engle and Dwight Tietsort.

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mum of 12 credit hours and attain a grade point average of 3.50 or above on a 4.00 scale. Students named to the President’s Honor Roll have attained a perfect 4.00 GPA for the trimester. Listed by hometown, Northwest’s spring 2013 trimester honor roll: Bevier-President Chandra D Shurvington; La Plata-President Emily M Snodgrass; Macon-President Jessica A Gipson, Academic Shelby R Heaton, Academic Jakob W Kircher, Academic Rachel L McGowan, President Quinn T Whitaker; New Boston-President Allison N Liebhart, President Kassie L Mills; New Cambria-Academic Tressa Akins, Academic Kevin L Boone, President Sara E Duncan.

“Ladies and Gentlemen, you are about to see a story of murder, corruption, adultery and treachery...” The Bob Fosse musical CHICAGO proves, yet again, that some people will do anything to become famous. Years before “Jersey Shore” or “Honey Boo Boo” the stars of CHICAGO are two women on death row for killing their husbands locked in a vicious cat fight over the attention of their shared lawyer and the tabloid-reading public of Chicago. CHICAGO is the winner of six Tony Awards (plus six Academy Awards for the 2006 movie) and boasts a score featuring one show-stopper after another. “Razzle Dazzle,” “Mr. Cellophane,” “When You’re Good to Mama,” “Cell Block Tango” and “All That Jazz” will pull you into the decadent world of show biz in the 1920’s. Todd Davison, Maples Artistic Director, says of CHICAGO, “It’s one of the most successful musicals in Broadway history and has often been requested by Maples Rep patrons. We are so excited to finally be able to present this challenging show featuring great nonstop dancing.” Faith Sandberg, who portrayed Annie Oakley in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN in Maples Rep’s first season and returned to play Eliza Doolittle in MY FAIR LADY in 2009, has made arrangements to come in from New York to portray Roxie Hart. Davison says, “Faith was our first Maples Rep Favorite. She has made so many friends among our patrons that I know lots of folks are going to be excited to see her back on the Royal Theatre.” CHICAGO opens on June 19 and on Friday night June 21 is the first Afterglow of the 2013 season. It will be the 10th Season Street Party with cake and ice cream and entertainment from the Maples Rep Company on Rubey Street in front of the theatre. Afterglows are

always free and always a lot of fun. June 22 is Thank You, Macon County Day. At both the matinee and evening performances Macon County residents will receive $10 off of their tickets. “It is our way of showing appreciation to our local folks for their support over the past nine seasons,” says Davison. One week later--June 28—the second show of the season opens. A FLEA IN HER EAR continues the CHICAGO theme of marital discord. A suspicious wife, suspected affairs, and carefully plotted traps make this classic farce a great time. When you stop laughing you’ll find that A FLEA IN HER EAR proves there are ways to resolve marital problems short of murder. If CHICAGO is “gritty” and A FLEA IN HER EAR is “hilarious”, SOUTH PACIFIC is “fun” and “romantic.” This beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein musical will open on July 19. The winner of seventeen Tony awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, SOUTH PACIFIC includes memorable songs such as “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair,” “There is Nothing Like a Dame,” “Younger than Springtime,” “Cockeyed Optimist,” “Honey Bun” “I’m in Love with a Wonderful Guy” and “Some Enchanted Evening”. Also at Maples Rep this summer are Theatre Camps for Youth ages 13-18 (July 1-5) and Kids ages 8-12 (July 22-27). Both camps are held from 9-noon and are taught by our company of professional actors and technicians. The fast-paced curriculum includes lessons on storytelling, creating characters, projection, diction, cooperation, and how to pretend you are pulling someone’s hair without really hurting them. Enrollment forms for camp and tickets to all shows are available online www.maplesrep.com at the Maples Rep box office 102 N. Rubey Street or by phone at 660-385-2924.

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