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Fun at the Town & Country Fair

Jerry & Donna Gray

New Boston, MO Chapter 228 Legion Riders Ride in Marceline Parade

July 4th, 2013 the North Missouri American Legion Riders were in the lead group following the Color Guard and Marceline Fire Department vehicles in the Marceline annual parade.

Chapter 228 has ridden in the Marceline parade since their inception five years ago.

PHOTO LEFT TO RIGHT: Charles Souther-Ethel, Chuck Wilson-Brookfield, Theresa and Kevin BartholmeyCairo, Robert and Linda MaddoxNew Cambria, Clark Milligan and pet poodle-Sumner, Sue and Donald Fosse-Marceline, Douglas and Vickie Gardner-Brookfield, Ralph ThomasBucklin

First Queen Soya Meeting

The first meeting for Queen Soya will be July 29 at 4 pm in the city park.

Last Day to enter the Queen contest is August 1. Ages eligible for the queen contest will be anyone enrolled in La Plata High School Grades 9-12 for the 2013-2014 school year. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jordan Robinson 660-299-0449 or Tabatha Mitchell 660-342-9482, both can also be reached at C&R at 332-4422. Enrollment forms may be picked up from C&R Market Monday through Friday 7-4. The girls need to come to the meeting with their sponsor. If an entrant needs help finding a sponsor, please contact Jordan or Tabatha and they can assist in finding one.

We hope you enjoy your FREE July Regional issue of The Home Press and hope you will subscribe!

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The Macon Town & Country Fair was held July 7-14, 2013 and featured prize-winning livestock, a talent contest, royalty competitions, a baby show, youth Olympics, a fashion show, Show-Me Wares, a public speaking contest, a dog show, horse show and much more! The fair board encourages participation in youth development organizations and exhibition.

It is the belief of the fair board that this promotes leadership development, life skill development, decision-making skills, social skills, self-confidence and self-esteem. The development of such skills will allow young people to lead richer and fuller lives.”Pictured is 3-year-old Jett Bugg, petting and feeding the goats.

No MOre Trash! Bash Missourians from every corner of the state worked together in April to collect almost 130,000 bags of litter during the 2013 No MOre Trash! Bash.

The Bash is an annual event where volunteers and others clean up litter all across state – from roadsides and parks to rivers and streams. With the final reporting now complete, the Missouri departments of Conservation and Transportation report 129,255 bags collected in April during the Bash.

“On behalf of our state’s forests, fish and wildlife, and the millions of Missourians who enjoy them, we offer a great big ‘Thank You!’ to the almost 1,000 groups and more than 16,000 volunteers who bashed trash by picking up litter and educating others about the dangers of littering,” said Conservation Department No MOre Trash! Coordinator Joe Jerek. “Animals get tangled in litter, such

as plastic six-pack holders and discarded fishing line, and it hurts and kills them.”

Litter poisons fish, birds and other wildlife, along with their habitats, such as rivers, fields and forests. Trash Bash volunteer efforts are essential to prevent that from happening.

“The No MOre Trash! Bash is a success because everyone involved pitches in,” said Stacy Armstrong, MoDOT roadside management specialist. “Conservation groups, Adopt-A-Highway members, Stream Teams, inmates, MoDOT employees and many other volunteers all work together to pick up litter and give Missouri a spring cleaning.”

Hundreds of educational efforts were also held in schools, at rest areas, community events, during Earth Day celebrations, and more. While it’s great to see the impact these efforts have, it’s important to remember why they take place.

“Litter is a big problem because it’s unattractive, costly, and harmful to the environment,” said Armstrong. “If more people would keep their trash and properly dispose of it, or, better yet, recycle it, we would reduce the amount of litter we need to pick up in the first place.”

For MoDOT, litter clean up is a yearround job, costing the state over $5 million every year. Programs like the Trash Bash and the Adopt-A-Highway program help offset those costs and allow the department to devote resources to other much-needed tasks.

The No MOre Trash! Bash is sponsored by the Missouri departments of Conservation and Transportation. For more information about the Bash and other litter prevention activities, visit www.nomoretrash.org or call 888-ASKMoDOT (888-275-6636).

HYMAX ACADEMY AT CAMP RISING SUN

Drew Magers and Logan Curtis members from the La Plata FFA Chapter attended the 2nd Hymax Academy from June 28 - June 30, 2013.

The camp sponsored by the Missouri FFA Association was held at Camp Rising Sun located within the Lake of the Ozarks State Park. The institute provided extensive leadership training for over 80 high school students who are members of FFA across Missouri every year. The high school students were selected out of many applicants to attend this specialized academy. They were trained by MO State FFA Officers as well as past MO State FFA Officers, Agricultural Educators, and MO FFA State Staff. Students learn how to overcome obstacles and develop their communication and personal skills.

The National FFA Organization makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Nationally there are over 500,000 FFA members. Missouri ranks 4th in the nation with over 24,000 FFA members.

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Sharp/Brooks/Lay Family Reunion The family of Clara Lay and Charles Sharp (and Clara’s first husband Elvis Brooks) had a small family reunion on July 5th. Pictured are (left bottom to top): Drake and Myah Pagett, Connor Harre, Amy Coram Harre, Colby and Dustin Harre. Back Row: Rick and Carol Brown Sharp, Zachary and Sheena Pagett. Center: Shirley Brooks

Stufflebean, Mary Sharp Burnett, Ellen Brooks Coram and Tyler Sharp holding Riley Sharp. On the right, from bottom to top are: Tara Sharp holding Ryker, Jeff Sharp holding Brody Sharp and Amy Sharp holding Carter. Not pictured but also attending were: Dean Stufflebean, Joslyn West, Sharon Coram, Sarah Sharp Compton and Bob Burnett.

Packard Awarded From the New Publisher Scholarships Can You Guess This Lad? Hint #1 - Lives in La Plata Hint #2 - Loves Fishing Hint #3 - Has Three Daughters Give us a call at the office (660) 332-4431or email your guesses to lpnews@marktwain.net Be Fair Now.... Family Doesn’t Count!

Stump Your Friends Anita Lene guessed the Stump Your Friends photo from last week, it was Alma Baker. Congratulations Anita.

Also, the week before, Reva Graham guessed Mike Moore, but it was printed incorrectly, sorry girls.

Can you guess this weeks? If so, give us a call at 3324431.

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 Chew-Choo Cafe at La Plata Pharmacy.

Amanda Packard of La Plata, Mo., has been awarded two scholarships from the Truman State University Foundation for 2013-2014. Packard, a business administration major, received the Otho L. Barnett Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $350, as well as the Danette L. Rardon Study Abroad Scholarship in the amount of $1,000.

Since its creation in 1980, the Truman State University Foundation has provided an opportunity for thousands of alumni and friends to make an investment in students as they prepare to be tomorrow’s leaders in a variety of professions.

Truman State University is Missouri’s only highly selective public liberal arts and sciences university. Truman has the highest graduation rate

among Missouri’s public colleges and universities and is consistently acknowledged for academic excellence and affordability. Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine listed Truman at No. 19 on its list of 100 “Best Values in Public Colleges” and featured the University in the February 2013 issue. U.S. News & World Report’s 2013 edition of “Best Colleges” ranked Truman as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest region and Truman was recognized in the Washington Monthly September/October 2012 magazine as the No. 6 master’s university in the nation. Truman was the only public Missouri school on the entire Top 100 Master’s Universities list. The University, located in Kirksville, enrolls more than 6,100 students.

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Let me introduce myself. My name is Shon Coram, and I am the new publisher of the Macon County Home Press.

There comes a time in your life when it is time to move on to bigger and better things suited to each person. Becky is now part-time and is the Editor Emeritus. In turn, I was offered the position of publisher. I saw it to be a great opportunity, not only as a new job, but to stop having to drive back and forth to Columbia everyday! It is also allowing me to spend more time at home rather than all those hours travelling, and it is letting me get back involved with the community and see a lot of people I have not seen for years!

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We still have offices in La Plata and Macon. The La Plata office is still at the same place, but the Macon office is now located at the Innovation Café, next to Sun 24, across the street from Star 63 restaurant.

We can’t guarantee we will always be there, but you can mail things to us there, drop something off, or even plan to meet us there in advance.

As I mentioned, I am the publisher as well as sales manager, and Becky is Editor Emeritus. Randy is the distribution manager and now co-editor. In addition, Sharon Coram is also a co-editor along with Randy and is our graphic designer. She is also my wife in case you were wondering!

I look forward to being part of this great team and this great newspaper, and I hope my relationship with everyone in the community of Macon County is a long and fruitful one.

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Make Safety Part Of Your Summer Fun

Captain James E. Wilt, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, MO, encourages everyone to enjoy Missouri’s lakes and rivers with safety in mind. This state is filled with rivers and lakes that offer a variety of summer fun. However, safety needs to be part of your plan. The Highway Patrol has investigated several drownings this year.

Rivers and lakes include a number of natural hazards and should never be considered safe. Swimming Safety Even for children or adults who have good swimming skills, rivers and lakes contain elements that can make swimming dangerous. Swimmers and floaters need to be aware of currents, aquatic life, drop-offs, and floating debris at all times. As a swimmer, know your limits. All swimmers are encouraged to use a life jacket, especially young children and inexperienced swimmers should wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket.

Everyone needs a swimming buddy—don’t allow anyone to swim alone. Supervise children in or near water. Exhaustion is a real concern. Exhaustion can occur if a swimmer is very tired, if they swim too long or too hard, if they are dehydrated, or a combination of these and other factors.

Younger, inexperienced swimmers may become exhausted before they realize they are in trouble. Drink plenty of water regularly, even if you’re not thirsty.

Avoid drinks with alcohol or caffeine. Tips for River Safety This time of year finds many Missourians floating our vast number of rivers. A float trip can be a

lot of fun, especially when everyone prepares with safety in mind. The group should discuss expectations regarding behavior and safety before the trip begins. Be aware of each person’s swimming ability. If you stop along the way to swim, designate a responsible adult to supervise the swimmers at all time. Swim in places with calmer currents that are free of debris. Rope swings and jumping off bluffs/ bridges might look like fun. However, you should avoid jumping into the water in this manner as there could be submerged logs or tree branches, which would cause injury. Here are several more tips specific to floating: · Wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket at all times. Even gentle stretches of water can have unseen undercurrents. Trying to fight a swift current will exhaust swimmers of every ability. · Use sunscreen, and wear a hat and sunglasses to protect you from the sun.

Wear water shoes. If your canoe/kayak/inner tube capsizes, they will protect your feet. Walking in rivers can be dangerous. · No one may have or use glass containers in any vessel that is easily susceptible to swamping, tipping, or rolling. ·Scout the river section you intend to float. Be familiar with the river and its individual characteristics.

Make a rescue plan if necessary. Pair an experienced paddler/floater with someone of less experience. ·Learn to recognize river hazards such as strainers, dams with reverse

hydraulics, boulders, barb wire across the river, eddies, etc. ·Know your limits and do not attempt a section of river beyond your skill level. ·Do not paddle or attempt to cross rivers in flood stage or after a heavy rain. Currents can become very swift, even in a normally shallow river. ·If you capsize, hold onto your craft and move immediately to the upstream side to avoid being trapped between the boat and an obstacle. Float on your back, feet together and pointed downstream.

Gradually work your way to the shore. Release your craft only if it improves your safety. ·Tie all your gear into the boat, but never yourself, children or pets. Do not stand up in swift water (feet can get caught in rocks) but swim at a 90o angle to the shore. ·Carry the proper equip-

ment, including dry clothing and a first aid kit. Store all extra gear in a secure watertight container. ·Stay sober. Alcohol and drugs affect balance, judgment, coordination, swimming skills, and the body’s ability to stay warm. ·Avoid being “too” — too tired, too drunk, too much sun, too far from safety, too much strenuous activity. ·Learn basic water rescue techniques. When attempting a rescue, remember the adage of “Reach - Throw - Row - Go for Help”. Unprepared rescuers run the risk of being caught in the same dangerous situation and can become a victim themselves. If you have to go after someone in the water, always put on a life jacket first. Enjoy Missouri’s lakes and rivers, but remember: A little forethought and planning help make summer fun safer.

Obituary

Carolyn Jean Epperson

Carolyn Jean Epperson, age 77 of Independence, MO passed away Tuesday morning, July 9, 2013 at her home after losing her battle with cancer.

Carolyn was born December 29, 1935 at Kirksville, MO a daughter of David Arthur and Emma Lena (Perkins) Drake. On November 19, 1955 at Elmer she married Paul Epperson who survives. She is also survived by 2 sons: Paul Eugene Epperson of Evergreen, Colorado and Craig Alan Epperson and wife Akemi of Beaverton, Oregon; 1 granddaughter, Erika Epperson; a sister, Louis Franks and husband Richard of Elmer, MO; 2 nieces, 3 nephews, other relatives and friends.

Carolyn had been preceded in death by her parents and 2 sisters, Lora Deane Drake in infancy and Sadie Virginia Martinez.

Carolyn was a 1953 graduate of Elmer High School and attended Central Bible College at Springfield, MO. She began her married life in Macon County and later moved to Kansas City, MO. She also resided in Blue Springs, MO, Eureka Springs, Arkansas and in Independence since 1998 when she retired. She was a homemaker and had cared for children in her home for 23 years. She enjoyed interior decorating and reading decorating magazines. Carolyn dearly loved her family. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Independence.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 15, 2013 at Elliott Funeral Home in Atlanta with Pastor Dwight Lackey officiating. Burial followed at the Elmer Cemetery.

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LOCAL NEWS Larry C. Bragg Larry C. Bragg, age 77, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away Sunday, July 7, 2013, at La Plata, Missouri.

He was born January 20, 1936 in Kirksville, to Elvin Curtis and Mary Louise (Shouse) Bragg.

He was married on May 29, 1955 to Shirley Odette Easley, who preceded him in death.

On December 28, 1996, he married Martha Ellen Vogel of Lineville, Iowa, who survives.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Shirley, his brother, James Winston Bragg of La Plata, his greatgrandson, Kinnick Tyler Vogel of Bettendorf, Iowa, and his son-in-law, Gary Harrison of Plano, Texas.

Surviving are 8 children and stepchildren, Brenda Harrison of Plano, Texas, Mike Bragg and wife Mindy of Columbia, Missouri, Sherri Fransen and husband Mark of High Ridge, Missouri, Barbara Schreurs and husband Shawn of Centennial, Colorado, Brad Vogel and wife Joni of Lineville, Iowa, Lori Jones and husband Keith of Wesley Chapel, Florida, Kent Vogel and wife Pam of Lineville, Iowa; and Troy Vogel and wife Dena of Sterling, Colorado; 18 grandchildren, Tabitha Abraham, Melissa Bragg, Laura Hall, Melanie Hunt, Amanda Jacobs, Deborah Jones, Nathanael Jones, Timothy Jones, Tyson Schreurs, Zachary Schreurs, Monica Sessions, Braden Vogel, Junior Vogel, Kiana Vogel, Kody Vogel, Kole Vogel, Mason Vogel, and Misty Jo Vogel; 11 great-grandchildren, Daphne Hall, Phoebe Hall, Garrett Hunt, Makenna Hunt, Garrison Jacobs, Brinley Schreurs, Brooke Schreurs, Kaden Schreurs, TJ Schreurs, Zane Sessions, and Wyatt Vogel; one sister, Phyllis Belt of Macon, 3 sisters-in-law, Lois Bragg of La Plata, Betty Macklin of Macon, and Louine Green of Olathe, KS. Larry graduated from La Plata High School in 1954, and was particularly proud of having played football throughout school. He worked with his father at the Bragg Food Mart in La Plata and in road construction after high school. He owned a trucking business before entering a management career in 1960. Larry managed grain elevators in Ewing, Sumner, and Kirksville, Missouri, and in Lineville, Leon, and Humeston, Iowa. He retired from MFA, Inc., in 1998. After retirement he enjoyed driving part-time for Bangert Trucking of La Plata.

Larry had a lifelong passion for horses, which was surpassed only by his love of his family and especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He enjoyed introducing the youngest members of his family to horses as soon as they could sit atop the saddle, and those memories will be among the most cherished for all of them Larry enjoyed traveling with Martha, and he never lost his love of driving. They spent many hours on the road to be with their large family.

Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 12, 2013 at Travis Funeral Chapel, La Plata, Missouri. Burial was in the La Plata Cemetery.

Visitation was held Thursday, July 11, 2013 with the family receiving friends from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Travis Funeral Chapel in La Plata, Missouri.

Travis Funeral Chapel 125 S. Church Street, La Plata, MO 63549

(660) 332-7145 www.travisfuneralchapel.com

Memorials may be made to the Illinois Bend Community Church or the La Plata Nursing Home Activity Fund. They may be sent to or left at Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church St., La Plata, Missouri. 63549.

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COMMENTARY Blonde But Blunt

BY BECKY JEFFCOAT EDITOR EMERITUS lpnews@marktwain.net

Well it’s Regional week again. This monthly paper brings us the opportunity to reach so many of our county residents and share our news with you. If you aren’t a subscriber and enjoy our monthly FREE issue, you can subscribe for $30 per year if you live in Macon County and if you only have time to surf the web, you can get a yearly internet sub for $15.00.

Just send your payment to us at PO Box 57, La Plata, MO 63549. We look forward to hearing from you.

My three weeks of Black Jack classes have turned into four, but I’ll be surfacing more around the office soon, as I will only be working part-time at the boat, so will be home throughout the week.

Which also gives me time to play with the young’ns, which I miss terribly?

Amazingly, as it turns out, the Texas Hold’em league that I play in at Kirksville also has a league in Columbia, so played with some great people last week on Thursday. This works out great, as I now can play in Kirksville or Columbia. Ain’t life great!! Turns out you don’t have to give up everything when things take a turn-about. So happy about that. This is a great league and the Columbia players are GOOD! But I can take ‘em. LOL Surprisingly out of the blue, my brother friends me on Facebook last week. Really? I’ve been looking for him on Facebook for months and evidently he’s been a member quite awhile. Ugh!! But nice to see his face, man

JEFFCOAT he looks old. LOL Haven’t seen him in person for quite sometime, will be happy to get some time to head to Kansas City and visit with him. I know he misses me. I’m glad he friended me though, I had text’d him for his birthday a couple weeks ago and got no response, new number. Imagine that. He coulda let me know. Darn Kids. But happy belated birthday Rick!!

Been looking for a needle in a haystack in Columbia. At least a 2-bedroom apartment with off street parking and central air for under $600. Doesn’t seem possible, but I am determined to find it. I refuse to pay $1200 for a rental!!!!

Wish me luck!

My co-host at the office, Mr. Bunch took vacation this past week. Turkey!

Can’t remember where he went, I think it started with a “W”, but that might mean “woods”, nope, not Randy, how about “wonderland”, nope, “western Europe”, nope, oh well, hopefully he’ll be back soon, just not the same without him. And, he deserves a vaca, too much going on around here. I think he’s having some mid-life crisis symptoms!!

Don’t tell him I said that.

LOL Just kidding. Hope it was great!

Keep It Kool, Bec

Macon Police Department On 06/20/13 at approximately 5:30pm, Macon Police Department responded to a report of a shoplifting suspect in the 100 block of Vine Street.

Upon arrival, police met with an employee of the business and a suspect.

The suspect allegedly attempted to leave the business without paying for clothing items taken from the store. The value of items taken was reported to be approximately $11.

Police arrested a 35-year old white female of Deerfield (MO) for stealing.

The suspect was transported to the Macon Police Department for processing and was later released pending a municipal court date after posting the required bond.

On 06/27/13, Macon Police responded to a report of a domestic disturbance in progress in the 1400 block of South Missouri Street. As a result, police arrested a 26-year old white female of Bevier for domestic assault. The suspect was processed at the Macon Police Department and later released pending a municipal court date.

On 06/30/13, Macon Police Department arrested a 18-year old white male of Macon for driving while license suspended after making contact with the driver during a traffic stop at Missouri and Pine Streets. The suspect was processed and released pending a Municipal court date.

On 06/30/13 at approximately 12:20am, the Macon Police Department received a report of a trespasser in the 200 block of McKay Street. Upon arrival, police made contact with a white male outside of a residence. According to the property owner, the male subject had been told previously not to be on the property. As a result, police arrested an 18-year old white male of Macon for trespassing. The sus-

GOOOOOOD MORNING Thomas Hill Lake!

What a beautiful morning on the deck with a nice cup of coffee, nice breeze blowing across my lady’s lands. A few ripples in the lake today with a haze over the waters, must going to heat up again today! A few weeks ago we had rivers running through the yard....we need the rain now, starting to water parts of the garden.

What an exciting weekend planned...Nikki & Zach along with my Sugarbaby, Miss Lilly will be here tonight! I can hardly wait, it’s been way to long for this MeMa to see her Grandbaby. The word is out, hang on this is the big one “Martha” I turn 60 Monday, so this weekend there is a big “Surprise” party for me. I get so tickled at my girls and their surprises, but this ole lady is smiling big time, what a nice jester and hard work they have done to get this going. (I know that they had A LOT of help from their Nan) A big thank you to Nikki, Brittney & my wonderful Mother, Crystal! I will have to update you next week on the festivities that take place.

The 4-Wheeler has been out and about this last week, great riding after dark. It’s so peaceful during the night rides, you can stop and listen, it’s amazing what you will hear....not only amazing but sometimes it makes the hair on your neck stand up...your right big & brave with gun pointed, don’t think that I would make a good coon hunter. LOL I hope everyone has a wonderful week, take time to appreciate the little things, you will look back and realize they are the biggies in life that makes it all worth while!

As Always, Love & Hugs from the lake.......Connie

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pect was transported to the Macon Police Department for processing and was later released pending a municipal court date.

On 07/02/13, Macon Police Department arrested a 37-year old white female of Macon for driving while license revoked after making contact with the driver during a traffic stop at Missouri and Spruce Streets. The suspect was processed and released pending a municipal court date.

On 07/05/13 at approximately 11:30am, a victim reported a theft to the Macon Police Department occurring in the 100 block of North Rubey Street. It was reported by the victim their vehicle was parked unattended during the overnight hours. Upon returning to the vehicle, the victim found items were moved inside the vehicle and a computer tablet valued at approximately $225.00 was missing. No damage to the vehicle was reported. This case remains under investigation at this time.

On 07/05/13 at approximately 2:00pm, an employee of a business in the 200 block of North Rollins Street reported to the Macon Police Department that property damage and tampering with phone lines had occurred during the overnight hours of 07/04-07/05. Police noted the damage found to an exterior window and phone lines were repaired prior to officer arrival. An estimate of the damage was not available at the time of the report. This case remains under investigation at this time On 07/05/13 at approximately 4:15pm, a victim reported to the Macon Police Department a burglary may have occurred in the 1600 block of Maffry Avenue. Police responded to the call to investigate.

The victim reported finding items moved within the residence, but did not report anything missing at the time of the report. This case remains under investigation at this time On 07/05/13 at approximately 11:20pm, police made enforcement contact with a vehicle at the Macon Lake area due to violation of park hours. As a result, police arrested a 17-year old white male of Macon for minor in possession of tobacco products. The suspect was processed and released pending a municipal court date.

On 07/06/13 at approximately 9:30pm, police made enforcement contact with a vehicle in the area of Missouri & Vine Streets. As a result of the stop, police arrested a 17-year old white male of Ethel (MO) for possession of marijuana. The suspect was processed at the Macon Police Department and later released pending a municipal court date.

A criminal charge is merely an allegation and the defendant is, of course, presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

American Legion Post 282

American Legion and Auxiliary of La Plata, Post 282, will met July 24th at 6:00 pm for carry-in supper with meat furnished.

Girl and Boy Staters will be guests along with their families, at which time they will give reports.

My father, Dale Long, and his sister grew up in the Macon Community, graduated from Macon High School, and left the area after WWII. For years we returned to visit.

Time has changed the family picture, but Macon remains a special place of memories.

Now we drive from Quincy and Hannibal to attend the wonderful professional entertainment at Maples Repertory Theater. Last season we came to numerous theatrical productions, including repeat performances of the outstanding musicals.

Last week, after a family reunion, we so enjoyed Chicago that we returned

again today and brought friends.

How fortunate we are to have this exceptional opportunity within driving distance. Unfortunately, Maples Repertory Theater must be the best-kept secret in the tri-states; otherwise every performance would be filled to capacity.

For years we have driven to St. Louis and paid triple priced to see shows of equal caliber. Now, quality entertainment is convenient, excellent and affordable.

I urge everyone to avail himself of top-notch theater at Maple Repertory Theater.

Nona Long, Quincy, Illinois.

SHEPHERD’S CALL

Learning from His Love From my office window, I could see Interstate 435. For the past few days, there had been a radar trap somewhere on the highway. I couldn’t see the trap, but I could see the patrolman as he pursued and stopped the vehicles.

It was an often-repeated experience on that stretch of highway.

Observing the phenomenon brought emotional pain for me. Each time I looked up and saw the patrol lights flashing and someone’s car stopped, I felt strange. Sometimes my feelings were hostile.

I have paid my share of tickets. It would be easy to be resentful. Then my feelings turned to sympathy. The sight of someone getting a ticket makes me sad.

I was disturbed because it seemed so unfair. While the patrolman wrote a ticket for one person, many others drove by breaking the speed limit. I thought to myself, we need justice; but it ought to be administered fairly. I know that is not realistic. Life is never fair according to my standard or yours. The problem with justice is nobody wants to receive what is coming to them. Most of

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us are grateful we do not get what is coming to us.

I believe there is a spiritual lesson in the mundane madness of ticket giving.

Most of us learn more through mercy than we do through punishment.

After receiving a ticket for speeding, a man said, “I must learn to spot those patrolmen.” Punishment made him more careful, but it did not fix the problem.

The cross is an example of what I mean. God wanted us to know His love. Rather than teach us through punishment, He taught through mercy.

Justice and punishment would put you and me on the cross and set Jesus free. Nevertheless, love and mercy put Jesus on the cross and set us free. That teaches me about God. I am really just a beginner when it comes to understanding God, but the cross teaches me enough to know I like God. He is not setting a trap somewhere to catch me in sin so He can punish me. No, He was hanged on a cross to tell me about forgiveness and mercy and love.

Punishment would make me hate Him. The cross makes me love Him.

will keep you on the “edge of your seat?” If so, Sheryl Beadles has a suggestion; Six Years by Harlan Coben . “This book had me on the edge of my seat from the very beginning. If fact I read it in one day because I couldn't stop reading.” Jake Fisher watched Natalie, the love of his life, marry another man. After six years of hiding from a broken heart Jake comes across Natalie's husbands obituary. He attends the funeral “only to find a different widow.” “this sets him on a quest where he soon discovers not everyone is who they seem to be.” His “quest is full of mysteries and danger.”

Read it today. ***Book descriptions are written from information found on book covers, internet reviews and personal perspectives.

Look for the great selection of Western books!

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Advanced Physical Therapy System For La Plata Nursing Home La Plata Nursing Home has acquired an OMNICYCLE ELITE Therapeutic exercise system as part of its ongoing program of improving patient care and therapy services. The OMNICYCLE provides a wide range of benefits for patients and is designed to provide rehabilitation therapy for patients unable to use traditional equipment due to ailments such as Stroke, Aging, Injury and other degenerative conditions. It provides benefits such as Cardio, Strength, Tone and Range of Motion training and gives therapist quantitative feedback on patient progress and is a premiere piece of therapy equipment for patients with physical impairments.

The acquisition of the OMNICYCLE was made possible by a generous donation by Curtis (Roby) Robinson (a current resident of the LNH) and his brother Joe in partnership with La Plata Nursing Home’s upgrade and improvement pro-

by Sharron Burns

The fourth of July came with a bang, fireworks and all, and many celebrations in this area. Area farmers are mowing and baling hay and some are working in the Wheat. We need rain. It has been in the 90s.

Sunday evening guests of Connie and David Gunnels were Nikisha Couch and children, Dayton, Dalton and Daxton Hudson, Christy, Rob Bristow, Dillon Huddleston, Jennifer Gunnels. Nancy and Gary visited Lana and Mike Daniels Saturday.

Todd and Leslie Gray visited Donna and Jerry Gray Sunday. Lana and Mike Daniels visited Roger Jarman Sunday evening. Brian Gray visited Thursday and Friday with his parents, Donna and Jerry Gray.

Carol Bryant, Addie and Alana Newcomer visited Marilyn Sinnock this past week.

Sharron Burns, Jennifer Taylor, Madison Taylor attended the Adair County 4_H Council meeting Monday evening at the Kirksville Extension Center.

Garth Perry visited Dean and Marietta Slaughter Saturday.

Richard and Sharron Burns enjoyed the fireworks and supper at Larry and Evonne Baker’s home Thursday evening. Other attending were Brett Baker, Estela Gingerich, Jesse Baker, Larry Dean and Pamela Baker.

Connie and David Gunnels visited Christy and Rob Bistow on Saturday night to enjoy fireworks.

Oklahoma Indians 4-H club met Wednesday evening at the La Plata Presbyterian Church basement.

Nancy Belfield, Kim Shoop, Donna Gray, Tina Belfield and daughters Addison and Audrey, Amanda Belfield and daughters Claire and Morgan, and Sharron Burns attended the bridal shower for Stefanie Colbrook, Ryan Easley’s fiancé, at La Plata Christian Church Sunday afternoon.

Tuesday Norven and Cassie Slaughter visited Dean and Marietta Slaughter and enjoyed supper with them.

by Marsha Hammons

Ed and Beverly Rhoades were Saturday supper guests of Marsha Hammons and Elva Thorne.

Visitors in the home of Marsha Hammons and her sister, Elva Thorne were

Larry and Edith Fletcher, Sammie and Barry Richardson and family, Becky Deskin, Dolores Harpster, Carolyn Read, Linda Phillips, Daniel Brands, Julie Kay and Sheridan Howe.

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“We were very pleased to be able to assist in the acquisition of the OMNICYCLE for the nursing home and feel it will provide great benefits to those in need of therapy. We believe that a great care facility like LNH needs top of the line equipment and so we were both thrilled to help with the improvement and substantially benefit current and future residents at the same time. It just made sense.” said Roby Robinson.

“The Therapy Department would like to sincerely thank Curtis (Roby) Robinson, Joe Robinson, and La Plata Nursing Home for their recent generous donation to our department. We genuinely appreciate it and have already begun using it on a daily basis. THANKS for making a difference in the lives of all our residents.” Tiffany Blankenship, therapy director, LNH

Obituary

Roma D. Rodriquez

Roma Darline Wilson of LaPlata was called home to be with her Lord on July 11, 2013. Roma was born January 21, 1929, the first of four children of Babe and Mary Newkirk Wilson. Roma was born at home near LaPlata and she attended rural area schools where many times her mother was her teacher. Roma attended high school in LaPlata.

On October 2, 1946, Roma married Gail Wood and to this union seven children were born. Gail preceded her in death on January 1, 1971.

Roma married George Rodriquez on February 2, 1978 and George preceded her in death on July 13, 2010.

Roma was also preceded in death by her parents.

Roma is survived by her seven children, Glenn (Karen) Wood; Gene (Judy) Wood; Charla (Tom) Cupp; Tamera (Kenneth) Wright; Betty Lu (Jimmie) Moore; Jerry Lee (Penny) Wood; Mishel (John) Beever.

Also surviving are her grandchildren, “the dirty dozen”, Kayla (Matthew) Belt, Kelcey (Ralph) Smith, Jeanie (Jake) McLin, Jason (Jaimee) Wood, Shannon (Josh) Garnett, Shane (Rebecca) Cupp, Nickie Bingham, Jerry Ronald Graves, Jamie Graves, Brandon (Libby) Wood, Afton (Josh) Bond, Candy (Jason) Robinson.

Dear to Roma’s heart were her twenty-eight greatgrandchildren: MaKay and Baylon Belt; Weston and Logan Smith; Katlynn and Keaton McLin; Alexis and Kierstin Wood; Chase, Makenzie, and Alexandra Cupp; Kennedy Garnett; Brittaney, Bryce, and Brianna Bingham; Hunter, Lane and Timberlin Graves; Camrie Feinberg, Kohyn, Kooper, and Kail Wood; Saylor, Scout, and Baya Bond; Gavin and Presley Miranda and Jax Robinson.

Roma felt very blessed to be able to welcome her first great-great-grandchild and the fifth generation of the family, Kinzlee Kay Bingham, on May 30, 2013.

Also surviving are her sister Glenna (Bill) Daniel, brothers Lewis (Betty) Wilson, Charles (Carol) Wilson and several nieces and nephews.

Roma was a long time member of Community Presbyterian Church. Roma was well known for her baked goods and wonderful cooking. She cooked for the community by working in numerous cafes. She along with her family enjoyed many days as members of the LaPlata Saddle Club. The little white house on East Sanders Street was overfilled with family and friends for holiday meals, not only was there always an abundance of food, but also love and caring family.

Roma often stated she didn’t have a lot of money, but she felt she was the richest women in the world by having the love of large family.

Funeral services were held 1:00 p.m. Sunday (July 14, 2013) at Travis Funeral Chapel, with Reverend John Becker officiating. Interment followed the service at LaPlata Cemetery in LaPlata, MO. Pallbearers were Matt Belt, Ralph Smith, Jake McLin, Josh Garnett, Jason Robinson and Josh Bond. Honorary bearers were her grandchildren.

Expressions of sympathy in memory of Roma Rodriquez may be made to the LaPlata Nursing Home.

Memorials may be left at or mailed to Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church, LaPlata, MO 63549.

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La Plata Nursing Home would like to thank our community for your support during our annual 4th of July fundraiser.

It is a privilege to serve such a caring, comitted community.

A special “thanks” to our residents and their families who have allowed us to care for them, and to the following who helped to make our fireworks display possible: • El Kadir Fireworks – Kirksville • Moore Fireworks – Blaine & Kim Moore • Smithson Fireworks – Danny & Erin Smithson • Gabby's Fireworks – Kirksville • La Plata Fire Department C Y

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ELMER BAPTIST CHURCH VBS

by Patty Truitt

The Elmer Baptist Church held their VBS from July 1-July 3 each evening. The theme was Colossal Coaster World Facing Fear, Trusting God. Bible verse was 2 Timothy 1:7 “For God has not given us a spirit of fearfulness, but one of power, love and sound judgment.” Three summer missionaries were in charge and Jennifer Rivera had the younger group and Amanda Scoles had the oldest group. William Speinbeck was in charge of the music and recreation. Amy Vicars helped with the crafts and recreation as well as Pastor Zach Vicars. Linda Lene, Colleen Pippin, Debbie Atha and Louise Franks helped in the kitchen.

Louise Franks and Dean Burris helped collect the money each evening. $57 was given for mission during the week and $88 for VBS expenses during the program on Wednesday night. Those in the picture are: (front row) left to right: Mady Tipton, Kayla Jones, Alexis Jones, Jasey Bell, Mason Thomas and Brody Hatcher; second row - Kynleigh Stull and Jennifer Riveria; third row - William Speinbeck, Mary Dennis, Mathew Smothers, Shelby Stull, Keaton Hatcher and Amy Vicars; back row - Amanda Scoles, Tucker Waddle and Pastor Zach Vicars.

Children not pictured were Masen Howe and Mati Pinkston. They all had a blast each night. Thank you parents and grandparents for bringing them.

Atalpal II Peggy Loe and Blanche Meeks hosted the annual picnic of Atalpal II at 1:00 P.M. on July 11, 2013, at the American Legion Hall.

The sixteen members present were joined by two new additions, Donna Kelly and Pam Wares, who just joined the club.

The hostesses served Sloppy Joes and hot dogs, and members brought salads and desserts. The

fifteen-hand game of Crazy Bridge was played with much enthusiasm and laughter. Pam Wares had high score, with Jean Bruce coming in second.

Low scorer was Sharon Burns, who was late arriving and missed some hands, with Donna Kelly as second lowest scorer.

Lauryn Nelson, Wanda Sederwall’s great- granddaughter, was a guest.

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Monday night Miss Hayley Carroll was crowned 2013 Miss Shelby County Fair Queen. First runner up is Michelle Greenwell, she is also Miss Congeniality, and Second runner up is Kayla Dawkins.

Congratulations to all the girls.

The Shelby County Fair little Mr. and Miss are Little Miss is Jorja Focht and Little Mr. is Pryce Eagan. Congratulations to all the children who were in the pageant.

The Fair will be going on all week and end Saturday night with the Demolition Derby. This is always a fun time.

I spent today painting the trim on my front porch and pulling a lot of weeds. I want to thank my daughter-in-law Jessica who helped me. Her nephew J.T. also came up and he was a lot of help Thank you J.T. There were 6 tables tonight at the Clarence Senior Citizens card game. It was a real fun evening and I had extra fun by winning “High Score”. No one was as surprised as I was.

Hope all of you have a real fun week and get out there and enjoy summer.

The picture of me included this week was taken by John McMurry of Atlanta.

He is a very talented photographer!

‘Till next week. God Bless. Patty

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Hi to all and if you haven’t noticed summer is flying by.

Before you know it we will have wBack To School” ads everywhere.

July 4th wwas a big deal in the small town of Clarence. The Community Betterment had a day of activities in the city park. There were children s games, local talent and food. I am sorry I didn’t get to go but several people told me it was well attended.

My son Raymond, his wife Jessica and granddaughters Norma and Bella were at our house the evening of the 4th. We grilled out and the patio and had lots of fun doing fireworks for the girls. I still love sparklers and all the other bright fireworks. When we were finished doing ours we joined lots of other people at the Clarence Lake where beautiful fireworks were displayed.

My friend Carolyn Hill told me she joined John and Theresa Cross and they went to the lake the 4th. There were lots of others there too.

John and Denise Quinely spent the holiday in Dayton Beach, Florida. John said the weather wasn’t as good as he thought it should be but they had a great time.

The Shelby County Fair is in full swing this week.

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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

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COMMUNITY NEWS The Atalpal Club

The Atalpal Club met Tuesday, July 9 at La Plata Nursing Home for regular meeting and lunch. Verna Buck hosted for Ella Clem.

Iris Chaney called meeting to order with all giving Pledge to flag followed by the Lord’s Prayer. Seven members answered roll with what they did 4th of July. Minutes were read and approved.

Old Business: Ella Clem resigned as President.

New Business: Verna made motion that VicePresident Iris Chaney would fill that office and appoint Bonelle Crosby as Vice-President. Motion seconded by Ellen Wood.

All agreed. Ellen gave treasurer’s report. Verna gave several short read-

ings for program.

Next meeting will be August 13th with Verna as hostess. Also present were Peggy Thomas, Karen Bailey and Morgan Fitzpatrick.

Karen and Bonelle also enjoyed visiting Pauline Plumlee, Mary Jarman and Erma Lee Billings while there, as did Verna.

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The Lavon Eitel Family gathered in Hannibal, Missouri, on July 4, to celebrate Sheldon’s 50th birthday. Those present were Lavon and Jackie Eitel (La Plata, MO); Andy, Rhonda and Athena Eitel (Hannibal, MO); Todd and Shellie Eitel (Hamilton, MO); Sheldon and Lynn Eitel (Las Vegas, NV); Brian, Vonna, Ashlyn, Gavin and Elena Scholzen (Olathe, KS).

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Heartland Christian College graduates enjoyed a trip to St. Louis last week to celebrate their recent milestone. Mr. & Mrs. Kris Palmer and Mr. & Mrs. David Barton accompanied them. In addition to eating some great seafood and watching amazing fireworks downtown, the students took in several events at the Ozark National Life Insurance mid-year convention.

The insurance company, founded by Charles

Sharpe, provides much of the financial support for ministries at Heartland. The story of Pastor Charlie and Ozark is fascinating and encouraging in today’s climate of lay-offs, down-sizing, and corporate problems. After losing the company at one point in his life, he went from CEO, Founder, and President to salesman. He still believed in the Ozark product, so he continued to sell for them every day for eight years. Eventual-

ly, with the help of faithful friends, Charlie bought the company back.

We are so grateful to see Ozark still thriving through the hard work of all these agents, managers, and support staff. Next year, the insurance company will celebrate fifty years in business. We are planning a massive twoday Open House event here at Heartland to help mark that occasion. Hope you can join us!

ing. We opened with our TOPS and KOPS pledges and sang “living With My TOPS Food Plan” led by Karen C. Roll call was “did you lose weight?”

Best TOPS loser was

Janet with Karen C. as runner-up. KOPS Veva and Barbara G stayed in leeway.

Gail gave the program, “My Plate.” We studied a sample daily menu totaling approximately 1400 calories. We are encouraged to use the TOPS food exchange system to keep more variety in our meals.

The July 2nd program was given by Bobbi. She brought healthy “Peanut Butter Balls” made from peanut butter, uncooked oatmeal, honey and flaxseed. Bobbi led the members in filling out

the “Boot Camp TOPS” summer contest questionnaire using the June issue of “TOPS NEWS” magazine.

Best TOPS loser was Gail with Karen C as runner-up. KOPS Veva and Barbara G. remained in leeway.

We closed both meeting with the “TOPS Goodnight Song” led by Karen C. Anyone interested in visiting or joining TOPS is welcome. Please call Gail at 660-651-3025 for more information.

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Missouri EMS 4th Annual Golf Tournament For Worthy Cause The 4th Annual Missouri Emergency Medical Services Funeral Response Team / Honor Guard Tournament is to be held Saturday, August 3, 2013 at the La Plata Golf Course in La Plata, Missouri. This tournament is one of the many fundraisers which helps to provide support to departments and survivors of

EMS providers who have suffered in the line of duty, and do this at no charge to the agency or the survivor’s family. Also the tournament funds will help to deliver a variety of services and focus on the current and future needs of the survivors. Missouri EMS Funeral Team members are all volunteers, and operate

strictly on fundraising and donations. Missouri EMS funeral team is a 501C3 non-for-profit organization. Please call George Wright att 573-231-9747 or David Bryant at 573795-5852 for sponsorship information, the cost of getting in this tournament or to volunteer to help for this worthy cause.

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Clarence Care Center News Larry and Becky Roberts led Church services for the residents and their guests Sunday morning. Isabel Hutcherson played the piano. Those attending were Dale Carr, Jim Hill, Jack Weems, Frank & Martha Mason, Dorothy Dee Daniel, Dolores White, Darrell McDowell, Helen Griswold, Blanche Hoffman, Loreta Wynne, and Grace Killen. Our favorite story teller, Bill Bevan, was here this afternoon and read to the residents.

Monday morning, Holly and the residents played the Nintendo Wii Wheel of Fortune game, then after lunch it was time for Bingo! The grand prizewinners were Helen Griswold, Martha Mason, and Nancy Hardy.

The Friendship Design class met Tuesday morning and made red, white, and blue patriotic stars. Mark and Holly, along with Frank Mason, Larry Vaughn, Marvin Burkhardt, and Mary Jane Rainey, went to the Shelbina Nutrition Center this afternoon and listened to “Pumptown”. They were a family band that played Bluegrass music. Thank you to the Shelby County Fair Board for inviting us to come listen to this amazing band! The Woodville Choir came out this evening and sang for the residents.

We had a great day with lots of fantastic entertainment!

Harold Carrison and his dog, Molly, came out bright and early Wednesday morning. The residents and staff look forward to their weekly visits and Harold & Molly have definitely become a part of the Care Center family! Holly and the residents played Bingo before lunch. The grand prize winners were Nancy Hardy and Birdie Judd. Rev.Stan Hudson, from the Clarence Church of the Nazarene, led Bible study this afternoon. The topic of study was “Everyday is a Day of Thanksgiving”. Scripture was read from Psalm 100.

Thursday morning, the Friendship Design class met. The residents made bee hives and bees to hang on their doors.

The message on the bee hives said “Bee My Guest”. David Foster was here this evening and sang for the residents. We were very happy for David to came and share his talents with us.

Clark Dobbs, from the Macon First Baptist Church, led Bible study for the residents Friday morning. The study title was “God Establishes a Kingdom for His People”. Scripture was read from 2 Samuel 7:8-17, 22-24. We learned that God established a covenant with David, established the Israelites as a nation, and would establish them under an eternal kingdom.

The residents were a little surprised when I brought out an interesting wall hanging for them to see. It was a Cape Buffalo shoulder mount. Not everyone was a fan, but they found it very intriguing!

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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

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BACK TO SCHOOL

#1 For the moms: “If there were no schools to take the children away from home part of the time, the insane asylums would be filled with mothers.”

-Edgar W. Howe #2 For those of faith: “As long as there are tests, there will be prayer in schools.” -Author Unknown #3 For Politicians: “But there are advantages to being elected President. The day after I was elected, I had my high school grades classified Top Secret.”

-Ronald Reagan #4 For kids: “Smartness runs in my family. When I went to school I was so smart my teacher was in my class for five years.” Gracie Allen #5 For teachers: “There are three good reasons to be a teacher - June, July, and August.” - Author Unknown #6 For the student: “I am always ready to learn although I do not always like being taught.” -Winston Churchill #7 For the Class Clown: We all learn by experience but some of us have to go to summer school.” Peter De Vries #8 For the question asker: “What’s another word for thesaurus?” Steven Wright. #9 For unruly children: “When a teacher calls a boy by his entire name, it means trouble.” - Mark Twain #10 For anyone who lives or works with kids: “Schoolteachers are not fully appreciated by parents until it rains all day Saturday.” - E. C. McKenzie

Callao C-8 School Supply List KINDERGARTEN: Miss DeWitt

Book Bag, 3 Boxes of Kleenex (large), 24 - #2 pencils, 2 Black Dry Erase Markers (Fine point), 5 Glue Sticks, 1 Bottle of Glue, 4 boxes Crayons – 24 count, 1 Lg. Pink Eraser, 2 packages Index cards, 1 Mead Primary Journal, Gym shoes left at school for P.E. (non-marking soles), Do not send magic markers, or paint to school.

FIRST & SECOND GRADE: Mrs. Johnson 1 School Supply Box, 1 Pair Scissors, 1 Box of Crayons – 24 count, 1 Germ-X Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer, 8fl. oz., 2 Pink Erasers, 1 Pack Sticky Notes, 3 Boxes of Kleenex (large), 2 Clorox Disinfecting Wipes (large), Backpack, 3 Glue Sticks, 2 Mead Primary Journals, Narrow Ruled, 9 3/4” x 7 ½”, (White paper, Black cover), 1 Composition Notebook Wide Rule, 50 count of #2Wooden Pencils (NOT plastic coated), 1 Expo Low Odor Dry Erase Marker Starter Kit, Assorted Colors, 4-Pack (large markers), 3 Folders with Pockets (without prongs), Gym shoes to be left at school for P.E. (non-marking soles), 4 Tennis Balls THIRD & FOURTH GRADE: Mrs. Mitten 1 Package Baby Wipes . 2 Plus Packages of #2 pencils, 2 Dry Erase Expo Markers, 1 Bottle Elmer’s glue/ 3 Elmer’s glue sticks, School Supply Box, 2 Pocket Folders, Boxes of Kleenex, 2 Packages of Wide-Ruled loose –leaf paper, 1 – 1” 3-ring Binder, 1 Box Crayola Crayons, 2 Packages of Eraser Tops, 1 Pair of Fiskar scissors, 2 Red Grading Pencils, Backpack, Bottle of Germ-X, Gym shoes to be left at school for P.E. (non-marking soles), KLEENEX ARE VERY NECESSARY / NO TRAPPER KEEPERS /NO SPIRAL NOTEBOOKS ***It is not necessary to put names on supplies***

FIFTH & SIXTH GRADE: Mrs. Mattingly Scissors, 12 Markers, 12 Colored Pencils, 1 Box of Crayons, 24 #2 Wooden Pencils (may use mechanical pencils if you provide lead),, Trapper Keeper with 4 folders, Large Pencil Eraser, Ruler, 2 Black Expo Markers, White Glue and 5 Glue Sticks, 2 Hi-lighters (yellow preferred), Basic, Calculator, School Supply Box, 4 Red Grading Pencils or Pens, 2 Packages Wide Ruled Notebook Paper, 2 Boxes of Kleenex, One Composition Notebook, 1 ½” 3-ring Binder (clear pouch on front), Clip Board, 6 Black or Blue ERASABLE Pens, Gym shoes to be left at school for P.E. (non-marking soles), Make sure you bring a towel and deodorant for P.E., ABSOLUTLEY NO PENCIL SHARPENERS – NO SPIRAL NOTEBOOKS SEVENTH & EIGHTH GRADE: Mrs. Schmit Four boxes of Kleenex, One package Red Pens, 12- Pencils, Fiskar scissors, Colored Pencils – 72 count, Four packages college-rule notebook paper, Three Large Glue Sticks, One Bottles of Germ X, One 2 or 4 GB flash driver for school only, One Clip Board, NO GEL PENS, NO SPIRAL NOTEBOOKS, OTHER SUPPLIES TO BE ASSIGNED THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL FIFTH-EIGHTH GRADE PE: Mrs. Miller Clean tennis shoes (not worn to school) NON-MARKING SOLES, Socks, Gym Shorts – athletic type shorts to allow for exercise, Athletic Shirt [no cut out sleeves or shirts with deep armholes], Sweat suits are acceptable, Deodorant, towel and washcloth

Macon County R-IV School Supply List Kindergarten Backpack Pencils #2 (12) Crayons (24 or Less) No Markers 2 - Glue Sticks 2 – Folders 1 – Writing Notebook 2 – 3 Ring Binder (2 in.) Change of clothes Gym Shoes (Velcro) 2 – Large Boxes of Kleenex Clorox Wipes (2 Containers).

1st Grade 2 – 6pk. Pencils #2 2 – Glue Sticks Crayons Scissors 3 – Dry Erase Markers (Fine Tip) 3 – Folders Gym Shoes Clorox Wipes (1 Containter) 1 – Large Box of Kleenex.

2nd Grade #2 Pencils (12 or more) Crayons Markers 4 - Dry Erase Markers (Fine Tip) 1 - Glue Stick 1 - Glue Bottle Scissors (pointed metal blades) 2 - Wide Ruled Spiral Notebooks 1 - Pocket Folders Gym Shoes 3 - Large Boxes of Kleenex Clorox Wipes (1 Container) Ziploc Bags - (Sandwich Size).

3rd Grade 1 - Small Pencil Box or Bag (No large boxes) 1 pkg. - Pencils (#2) Crayons Markers 2 - Dry Erase Markers Scissors 2 - Folders with pockets 2 - Spiral Notebook Gym Shoes 2 – Large Boxes of Kleenex Ziploc Bags (Sandwich Size) NO Binders.

4th Grade 1 – 3 Ring Pencil Pouch 2 pkg. – Pencils (#2) Crayons, Colored Pencils, 1 - Eraser (Large) Markers (Wide) 8 – Dry Erase Markers 4 - Glue Stick 1 - Glue Bottle, Scissors 2 pkg. – Wide-Ruled Loose Leaf Paper 5 – Folders (Pre-Punched) 1 – 3 Ring Binder (1 in.) Germ-X 1-Roll of Paper Towels, Gym Shoes Clorox Wipes (2 Containers) 2 – Large Boxes of Kleenex.

5th Grade 1 – 3 Ring Pencil Pouch 2pkg. - Pencils #2) Pens Crayons (Small Box) Markers (Wide) Colored Pencils Highlighter 1 - Glue Stick 1 - Glue Bottle Scissors Colored Pencils Highlighter 8 - Dry Erase Markers Ruler 2 pkg. – WideRuled Loose Leaf Paper 5 – Folders (Pre-Punched) 1 – 3 Ring Binder (1 in.) Germ-X Gym Shoes Clorox Wipes (2 Containers) 2– Large Boxes of Kleenex 1 roll – Paper Towels.

6th Grade 1 – 3 Ring Pencil Pouch 2 pkg. – Pencils (#2) Crayons (Small Box) Markers (Wide) 1 - Glue Stick 1 - Glue Bottle Scissors Colored Pencils Highlighter 8 – Dry Erase Markers 2 pkg. – Wide-Ruled Loose Leaf Paper 5 – Folders Germ-X Gym Shoes Clorox Wipes (1 Container) 3 or More – Large Boxes of Kleenex 1 roll – Paper Towels.

7th – 12th Grades Pen, Pencils and Paper *Additional items may be requested by teachers.

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How To Encourage A Positive Back To School Attitude As the end of summer vacation nears and a new school year approaches, many changes arrive. It’s a big transition for kids going back to school. From summer free time, downtime and play-outdoors time-a new school year puts an end to late bedtimes and no homework.

Now the kids have to wake up early and bring home books. Here are ways to help your kids say goodbye to summer-and hello to a new school year.

Slowly change routines.

Begin by talking about what the school week will look like. Let the kids know what time the school day starts and ends. Calculate how much time they’ll need to get ready before getting out the door. Ask if they would like to practice the routine for a couple of days or a week. Tell them you’ll take them out to breakfast as a reward for getting up and dressing on time.

Use positive spin.

Going back to school after two months of summer holidays can be either a happy time or something to be dreaded, depending on the child and experience with school. Start the year off in a positive direction by talking about all the fun events they have to look forward to. From seeing friends again, to after-school activities, to learning new informationtalk about how fun school can be.

Establish a good attitude.

Buy school supplies.

Whether it’s cool pencils, a lunch box or a notebook, shopping for new supplies is exciting for kids. Shopping marks not only the start of the school year, but a new beginning. Here is a chance to make new friends and succeed in a new subject. Tell your child that you want him/ her to have a successful, happy year and that you will do all you can to make

that happen. Say, “Let’s cooperate together to make this year the best.”

Plan a menu.

Kids who are given choices in the matters that affect them are more invested in making the school year successful.

One way to impart the feeling of involvement is to ask what they would like for breakfast, lunch and dinner for the first week. stock the cupboards with some of their favorite snacks. There is nothing like knowing that treats are awaiting them when they get home.

Consider homework philosophy.

Some kids like to do homework first thing after school; others do it best before dinner. Ask your child what worked for him or her last year. Ask if they have any ideas to make homework go smoothly this year. Homework will be easier if they have a choice in where they study and where they do their homework. Studies show that kids actually pay better attention with soft music in the background.

Pick out gentle instrumental pieces.

Hold an end-of-summer celebration.

A party doesn’t have to be elaborate for the kids to enjoy it. If they’re hanging out with friends and playing games and laughing, they are having a good time. Ask if they would like to invite friends over for a back-to-school party.

Let everyone pitch in making the sandwiches and frosting cupcakes, and the party will be a success.

Organize their space.

Everyone-yes even kidsfeel energized when bedrooms, clothes, desks and bathrooms are clean and organized. Pitch in and make it happen. Change the sheets; dust and get their space spiffy. Even if the kids don’t show it, a fresh space translates into a positive outlook.

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BACK TO SCHOOL Bevier C-4 School 2013-2014 Supply List Kindergarten: School Supply Box, 2 boxes of 24-pack crayons, Fiskars child scissors (label with name), 6 glue sticks, 1 package of #2 pencils, 2 pink erasers, 8-count package of markers, 2 boxes of tissues, Velcro or slip on gym shoes, 2 folders, 1 wide ruled notebook, 1 package of dry erase markers, 1 sock.

First Grade: Velcro gym shoes (left at school), (1) pair of socks (left at school), (6) glue sticks, (2) big erasers, (3) plain pocket folders, Small backpack, (10) FINE tip EXPO brand dry erase markers (black) Scissors, SMALL box of crayons, Washable markers, Supply box, (3) wide ruled notebooks, (3) boxes of tissues, (2) 24 packages of yellow #2 pencils, (2) 1inch or 1.5 inch three ring binder, (2) packages of wide ruled notebook paper.

Second Grade: 1 Composition Notebook (NOT spiral), 3 pkgs. Loose Leaf Paper , 6 Pink Erasers, # 2 Pencils – 4 packages of 10 , 4 Large Boxes of Kleenex , Gym Shoes, Dry Erase Crayons (or Fine Point Dry Erase markers), 6 Large Glue Sticks , 2 three prong folders, 1 – 1 1/2” 3-ring Binder (WITH pockets), 1 – 1” 3-ring Binder, 1 pkg. dividers (for binders), 1 folder (to go in binder). RECOMMENDED items: Locker shelf, 1 set of headphones (for computer station) Third Grade: 4 - single subject spiral notebooks, 10 - FINE tip EXPO brand dry erase markers (black), 2 - twenty-four packages of pencils (yellow #2 pencils only, please), 1 - big pink eraser, 1 - package of colored pencils or crayons, 1 - package of glue sticks, 4 - pocket folders (at least 1 green, 1 blue, 1 red), 2 - packages of wide ruled notebook paper, 3 - boxes of Tissues, 1 - pair scissors, 1 – pair of, gym tennis shoes (to be left at school) Fourth Grade: 2 Wide – Ruled Notebooks, 2 Composition Notebooks, Loose Leaf paper, 3 pocket folders, Eraser, Pencils, 3 Large Boxes of Kleenex, Gym Shoes, Small Set of markers OR colored pencils, Small box of crayons, Scissors, Dry Erase markers, Elmer’s Glue, Supply Box Fifth Grade: 3–Composition Notebooks, 1-Wide Rule Notebooks, 1-Plain Pocket Folders, One Big Eraser, Pencils 5 packages of 10, 4 Large Boxes of Kleenex, Gym Shoes, Fine Tip Dry Erase markers, Elmer’s Glue, 3 packages-Loose Leaf Paper, Erasable Pens (blue & red), *Please No Binders*, *Please note that at the end of the year all students will be required to purchase a board for Science Fair* 6th, 7th, 8th Science Science: Notebook, Glue, Crayons, Scissors, Notebook, Pencils, Ink Pen. Math: Texas Instrument Calculator Model TI – 30XA, Notebook, Pencils, Ink Pens. Social Studies/Com Arts: 2 Three Ring Binder, Colored Pencils, 2 – Pocket Folder, 3 Pencil or Erasable Pen, 2 Red ink pens, Loose leaf notebook paper, Box of tissue, Spiral Notebook.

Gym Classes: 6-12 grades classes: gym clothes and non-marking gym shoes, K-5: non-marking gym shoes.

Macon Middle School 2013 -2014 School Supply List Each Student Needs To Have A 3 Ring Binder That Zips Closed & Pencil Pouch That Zips. Each Student Needs To Bring 2 Boxes Of Kleenex Or Puffs And 1 Package Of Expo Markers To Leave In Their 1st Hour Classroom. No Backpacks Or Purses Will Be Allowed In The Classrooms.

SCIENCE CLASSES: 3 ring binder with pockets (to be kept in science classroom), loose leaf paper (college or wide ruled), pencils, eraser, 3x5” notecards SOCIAL STUDIES CLASSES: 12 pack - colored pencils, 1red two pocket folder, lined notebook, pencils, small pencil sharpener MATH CLASSES: Red grading pen; 1 notebook for MATH ONLY; highlighter; post-it notes; scientific calculator with fraction capabilities (example – TI30); pencils; folder Pre-Algebra – (Mrs. Hager) 1in to 2 in binder; Packs of lined paper for notes, homework, quizzes, tests, etc.; Pencils, pens, Colored pencils; Crayons or markers; calculator.

8th Grade ALGEBRA I: Three Ring Binder for Algebra Only (At least 1 inch thick), Loose leaf paper,Book Cover (Books are rather large), Pencils (All homework and assessments are done in pencil),Grading pens (Any color), Scientific Calculator, Highlighter (Optional), Dividers (Homemade is just fine) READING CLASSES: Ink pen; loose leaf paper; 1 folder with fasteners; index cards 3x5; pencils LANGUAGE ARTS: 6th grade – 1 folder; loose leaf paper; 1 composition notebook; pencils 7th & 8th grade – 1 inch 3 ring binder – 1 inch; loose leaf paper; 1 subject spiral notebook; ink pen; 1 pack 3x3 Post It Notes; index cards 3x5; pencils ART: pencil; pen; erasers; sketch book (The ART APPRECIATION CLASS will not need a sketch book) CHOIR/MUSIC: 20 #2 pencils; 1 black 3 ring binder; highlighters BAND: 1 Spiral Notebook and adequate reeds/valve oil/cleaning supplies for instrument P. E. clean gym shorts & t-shirt; clean tennis shoes.

HEALTH (8th GRADE ONLY): Folder with pockets; paper; pencil/pen; color pencils.

SPECIAL ED. (Room 211): 2 package 75 Clorox Wipes, 2 boxes of Kleenex 1 pkg. chubby EXPO markers multi-colored, 1 - 70 page theme notebook 2 black or blue pens, 36 #2 pencils 1 package 12 colored pencils (Crayola preferred), 2 Sharpie highlighters 1 pkg. of 4 fine point – Expo dry erase markers, 1 box Ziploc bags quart size 2 large pink erasers, 2 pkg. baby wipes (refills) 1 package of 4 Expo dry-erase markers (bold colors, chisel point), 4 packages (300 sheets) lined notebook paper * Adequate time will be provided for any additional supplies

Free & Reduced Meals

The following are the Income Eligibility Guidelines to be effective from July 1, 2013 through June

30, 2014.

The Department’s guidelines for free meals and milk and reduced price meals were obtained by multiplying the year 2013 Federal income poverty guidelines by 1.30

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Macon R-1 Elementary School Supply List

It is important to write your child’s name and room number on all school supplies.

Remember certain supplies may be quickly depleted, so you may want to buy multiples of the consumable items to send with your child on an ‘as needed’ basis.

Kindergarten 2 boxes of Crayola brand 24 regular crayons, 8 glue sticks–Elmer’s brand, 3 containers of Clorox wipes, scissors– Fiskars only please, 1 package of pencils, 3 large boxes of Kleenex – 200 count, plastic pencil box, 1-12 oz bottle of Germ-X, 1 box of Ziploc bags, Boys – gallon Easy Zipper Ziplock bags , Girls – quart Easy Zipper Ziplock bags, 6 black dry erase markers for white board, book bag –easy to work and big enough to hold a folder, *No folder needed – a folder will be provided. *The classroom teacher for your child may request additional items.

First Grade Book bag, 1 box Crayola markers, small school box, 8 thin Expo dry erase markers (black), scissors Fiskar’s only please. 4 thick Expo dry erase markers, 2 boxes of Crayons (24 count), 1 folder with bottom pockets, 48 pencils, sharpened (#2), 3 large boxes of Kleenex, 2 large, pink, rubber erasers 3 large containers of Clorox Wipes, 10 small glue sticks, 1 spiral notebook (1 subject, wide ruled), 1 bottle Elmer’s Glue, Boys – gallon Easy Zipper Ziplock bags, Girls – quart Easy Zipper Ziplock bags *The classroom teacher for your child may request additional items.

Second Grade 2 packages of 24 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)1 school box, 2 boxes of 24 crayons, scissors, 2 big erasers or, pencil top erasers 6 Expo markers with eraser, 2 large or 8 small glue sticks, 1 box Crayola markers, 2 folders with pockets 3 large boxes of tissues, 2 Composition notebooks 2 Clorox wipes (large container), 1 inch 3-ring binderbackpack *The classroom teacher for your child may request additional items.

Third Grade 2 dozen #2 pencil, s1 one inch 3 ring binder, scissors (Fiskars), 2 boxes of tissues, box of 24 crayons, 2 pocket folders, 8 small glue sticks, 4 dry erase markers (fine tip-Expo), 3 spiral notebooks (one subject, wide lined) zippered pencil bag (no boxes), 1 package of 50 sheet protectors, book bag, 1 pkg of black dry erase markers (Chisel tip-Expo), *Girls bring 1 container of Clorox wipes, *Boys bring quart size Ziploc bags, *The classroom teacher for your child may request additional items.

Fourth Grade #2 pencils, 2 boxes tissues, 2 red , pens 1 pair of scissors, colored pencils2 dry erase markers (fine tip), cloth pencil bags6 wide lined, one subject spiral notebooks, material to erase white boards (old sock, felt), 2 containers of Clorox wipes, 2 packages loose leaf paper (wide ruled), 1 three pronged 2 pocket folder. Optional: hand sanitizer* The classroom teacher for your child may request additional items.

Fifth Grade 1 dozen #2 lead pencils, 3 wide-lined one subject spiral notebooks 4 red ink pens2 packages of wide-lined notebook papercolored pencils1 Three-Ring (2” vinyl or cloth) Binderzippered pencil case1 large glue stick2 bold tip Expo Markers2 large boxes of tissuesset of 4 fine tip Expo Markers.\,7 plastic folders with holes to fit inside Three-Ring Binder, Optional: cloth book coversLast name beginning with: *A-G 1 box of snack size plastic baggies, *H-M 1 large container of Clorox, Disinfecting wipes, *N-Z plus students new to thedistrict hand sanitizer (10 oz. or larger) Band students need: 1 spiral notebook and adequate reeds/oils/cleaning supplies. Assignment Books will be provided and passed out on the 1st day of school. income is calculated by dividing the annual income by 12; twice monthly income is computed by dividing annual income by 24; income received every two weeks is calculated by dividing annual income by 26; and weekly income is computed by dividing annual income by 52. All numbers are rounded upward to the next whole dollar. The numbers reflected in this notice for

a family of four in the 48 contiguous states, the District of Columbia, Guam and the territories represent an increase of 2.2% over last year’s level for a family of the same size.

Information provided by the United States Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service. More information can be found at: www.fns. usda.gov.

More Back-to-School information will be published as it becomes available.

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COMMUNITY NEWS La Plata R-II School 2013-2014 Supply List PRESCHOOL: 1 Box of Kleenex1 Pkg. Face/hand wipes, Extra Clothing for Accidents (name labeled-pants/shirt/sock/ underwear), 1 Pillow and 1 blanket (name labeled) for nap1 White pillow case, standard size (we will decorate at school) PE shoes to leave at schoolBoys-1 pkg. gallon size Ziploc bagsBoys-1 pkg. Styrofoam cups (white) Girls- 1 pkg. sandwich size Ziploc bagsGirls-1 pkg. paper plates (white)1 2-pocket folder (plastic/durable) Backpack (large enough for many items) KINDERGARTEN: 1 Plastic Folder, 1 Box Kleenex, 1 Composition Notebook, 2 Pkgs. #2 Regular Pencils, 24 Elmer’s glue sticks,2 Boxes of 64 count CRAYOLA crayons, 2 Pkgs. Crayola Markers, 2 – 4 pack Expo Dry Erase Markers, Fiskar brand scissors, Milk Money will be needed later. Please do not send supply boxes!

FIRST GRADE: 2 Large Boxes of Kleenex, 1 Pair Fiskar brand scissors, 1 Large Eraser, 12 Pack Pencils, 2 Boxes of Crayons (24 count), 1 Pkg. of Crayola markers, 1 SMALL School Box, 4 Elmer’s Glue sticks (GIRLS ONLY), 1 Mini pencil sharpener, 1 Clipboard, 1- Inch 3 Ring binder, 1 box Gallon-size Ziploc bags (BOYS ONLY), 2 Mead Five Star plastic folders, 1 Composition notebook, 1 Disposable camera SECOND GRADE: 2 Composition notebooks1 Small school box6 Pocket folders to keep papers in at school2 Glue sticksScissors10 Pencils, Clear Ruler, Crayons (16-24 pack)Small Box Colored Pencils, Eraser (pink)3 Large Boxes of Kleenex, NO Pencil Sharpeners, Pencil Grippers, Mechanical Pencils, Ink Pens, Trapper Keepers or Large Pencil Boxes!

THIRD GRADE: Steno Notepad (if not in school supplies, in office supply isle), 2 Composition Notebooks½ InchBinder1 Pkg. of WIDE Ruled Notebook Paper, Pencils, Colored Pencils, Big Eraser, Glue Scissors3 Boxes of Kleenex1 Clipboard, SMALL Pencil Box to hold supplies4 Folders (with brads in the middle), 1 Pkg. of Expo Markers, Multiplication Flashcards, 1 Pkg. of Notecards THIRD GRADE: Boys ONLY – Gallon Size Ziploc Bags, Girls ONLY- Post-It Notes FOURTH GRADE: 1 Small supply box1 Bottle of Glue1 Pair of scissors, 1 Small box of Crayons, 1 Box of #2 Pencils, 1 Pkg. Wide-ruled loose leaf notebook paper, 1 Clipboard, 1 Binder (no larger than 1- inch), 4 Two-pocket folders with 3 hole punch brads inside, 1 Composition Notebook1 Pkg. Multiplication Flashcards with facts through 12’s, 1 Pkg. Expo Dry Erase Markers, 2 Boxes of Kleenex, 1 Sturdy Backpack. BOYS: 1 Box of Ziploc sandwich bags.

GIRLS: 2 Pkgs. 3x5 Index Cards FIFTH GRADE: Composition Notebook1 1-inch Binder, 2 Notebooks, 1 Pkg. of WIDE ruled notebook paper, 1 Box of Pencils, Colored Pencils/Crayons, 2 Boxes of Kleenex, 1 Clipboard, 1 Small pencil box/bag, 3 Folders with brads in middle for attaching 3-hole punched items, 1 Pkg. of Expo Markers, 1 Pkg. of Index Cards, 1 Standard Ruler, 1 Thin Washcloth for white board eraser SIXTH GRADE: 2 Large glue sticks, Ruler (with standard & metric), 1 Three-subject notebook, 3 Composition notebooks, Pencil box/bag (for a locker), 6 Plastic 2-pocket folders, Pencils, Pens, 2 Colored ink pens, Highlighters, Post-It Notes, 1 Pkg. of colored pencils, Markers – optional, 1 Pair of Scissors, 1 Clipboard, 2 Large boxes of Kleenex, 2 Pkgs. of index cards, 1 Combination padlock, 2 Pkgs. loose leaf paper (NO college rule) P.E: All students K-6 grade need to bring a separate pair of gym shoes that can be left at school.

ART: All students K-6 need to have the following: 1 glue stick1 glue bottle, 1 eraser, 1 package of #2 pencil COMPUTER/MEDIA CENTER: All students K-6 need 1 pair of ear buds Some teachers may have specific supply requests - those lists will be sent home once school begins.

Grade 7 and 8 Basic Supplies: Watercolors, package of 3X5 index cards, flash drive (2gb or less), package of loose leaf paper (200 count and wide lined), 6 blue or black pens, 12 #2 pencils (with extra cap erasers), 2 red pens, scissors, rule with inches and centimeters, bottle of Elmer’s Glue, glue sticks, box of colored pencils, box of crayola markers, bookbag, 4 folders, 3 boxes of Kleenex Tissues, plastic box to hold supplies (pencils, glue, ruler, etc.), antibacterial wipes, hand sanitizer, 4 dry erase markers, TI-30XIIS or similar calculator (both grades), metal compass, clear protractor without arm, 2 notebooks for English, 6 (1 subject) notebooks, 2 pocket folders (1 for Science and 1 for Social Studies)

Five Ways to Keep Kids Healthy

School is a great place to learn, play and make friends.

Unfortunately it’s also a great place for germs to get very well acquainted….with your family! With 20 to 30 kids in a classroom and even more on the playground, it’s hard to avoid the germs that cause such illnesses as colds, flus and more.

Three-time Gold Medalist, wife and busy mom of two, Christie Rampone knows the importance of good health. As captain of the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team, she travels over two hundred days a year, often with her young children in tow. So stress, fatigue and staying healthy are daily battles. Since days off are not an option for Rampone, she is offering five “stay healthy” tips that parents can follow all school year long: • Eat healthy: It’s no secret, a balanced diet is key for a healthy immune system. By focusing on a variety of fruits and vegetables and avoiding processed foods and sugary snacks, your family will get the nutrition it needs to fight C Y

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“Some of my favorite healthy snacks are carrots, celery and apples. They are easy to pack and extremely nutritious,” says Rampone. “The trick is to create variety, because kids tend to grow tired of the same things quickly.”

• Get plenty of exercise: Frequent, moderate exercise is important for good health and strong immunity. On a daily basis, encourage kids to play sports, run, bike ride or dance, all to keep their bodies fit, hearts pumping strong and minds happy. Better yet, join in on the fun yourself!

• Sleep at least seven hours a night: Sleep is crucial to good health, both mentally and physically. A recent study showed that when you get less than seven hours sleep at night, you’re three times more likely to come down with a cold or flu.

• Take supplements as needed: Government recommendations call for five to eight servings of fruits and vegetables a day. But how many of

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us really get them? To help fill the gaps, look for nutritional supplements supported by published clinical research, like those containing EpiCor, an immune-strengthening ingredient found in many dietary supplement brands sold in stores and online.

Rampone, who has battled Lyme disease, which wreaks havoc on the immune system, has been using such supplements for herself and her entire family.

• Don’t forget about you: As a parent, your first priority is usually the kids. But you need to make sure that you also take care of yourself too, especially during the chaotic school and work week. Make sure that you drink enough water and get a few minutes each day to relax and recharge your immune battery.

More tips to keep kids healthy this school year can be found at www. epicorimmune.com.

While you can’t avoid germs, you can take steps to strengthen your family’s immunity and overall health.

Tips for Talking With Your Kids About Bullying Think bullying is just harmless teasing? An estimated 160,000 children miss school every day due to fear of attack or intimidation by other students, according to the National Education Association.

And Yale health researchers have found a connection between suicide -- the fourth leading cause of death in children ages 10 to 14 -- and bullying and being bullied.

Experts say that kids themselves have the power to put a stop to bullying.

Unfortunately, both victims and bystanders don’t always know the best way to handle bullying situations as they occur.

“Most kids feel terrible when they see friends or classmates get bullied.

They want to help, but they don’t what to do,” says Alice Cahn, Cartoon Network Vice President of Social Responsibility. “Having strategies for these situations can help prepare children to intervene when the time comes.”

With this in mind, Cartoon Network launched the award-winning Stop Bullying: Speak Up in 2010 to educate kids on what to do when they see friends getting bullied. In partnership with official advisors, including staff from the US Departments of Education and Health and Human Services; and partners including CNN, The Anti-Defamation League, the Pacer Foundation, and nationally recognized academic experts, the bullying prevention campaign aims to put a stop to this common and serious problem.

The pro-social campaign is offering these tips for parents and kids to

help stop bullying in their schools: • Tell an adult: When someone gets bullied, tell a parent, teacher or trusted adult. Talking about it isn’t tattling or snitching. It’s helping someone out.

• Be friendly: Bullying can make a victim feel alienated and lonely. Saying a few kind words to the person who has been bullied makes a huge difference.

• Volunteer: Your school’s bullying prevention program needs parents and students to help encourage everyone to speak up against bullying.

• Say it loud: Ask your school to fly or display the official Stop Bullying: Speak Up flag, which indicates that the school is a place where bullying actions will not be tolerated.

• Learn more: Free online resources can help you learn how to deal with bullies. Visit www.

StopBullyingSpeakUp. com to access public service announcements, two 30-minute documentaries and tips sheets for parents and teachers that offer a step-by-step guide for safe and effective ways to be an active bullying bystander.

The site also provides links to the Anti-Defamation League, Boys and Girls Club of America and other partners providing expert advice about bullying. All materials are available in English and Spanish.

“Don’t stop there,” says Cahn. “These resources are meant to spark a conversation.”

No child should feel like his or her school is not a safe place to learn. Parents, teachers and students can work together to make a difference.

Call us to cover your school events at 660-332-4431

1205 N. Missouri660-385-8719 St. Fax 660-385-8701 Macon, MO 63552 mreilly@smhmo.org 660-385-8700 www.smhmo.org

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A Man on a Mission – Part Five New Teachers For 2013-2014 At Callao C8

By Sharon Coram, Home Press Staff

“We are so blinded here by everything. Not that these things are bad, but we have got to look at what we are really doing sometimes. One thing I told myself when I came back was that I was going to enjoy my time here and not worry about these things in particular because this is what a lot of missionaries do when they return. They start judging

the culture or feeling bad about what they are doing.

It is very important not to do that because you are in a different culture. As Paul said, ‘I have become all things to all people that I might win the hearts of many.’ So when I am here, I have to adjust to the culture just like when I went there. It’s still very hard for me sometimes to eat a $20 meal here when I

know I can feed so many people with that, when I know I could go buy rice at the store here and be completely fine.”

While there are so many places and people here in the United States that could benefit for this kind of missionary work, Caleb said, “Overseas missions are not a priority for the majority of people. Most people trained in mission work will do things here. They won’t leave their comforts here, and so I feel that God has allowed me to have a heart for overseas. People are needed here but there are 51 countries where it is illegal to be a Christian, that’s more than onefourth of all countries,” and Caleb wants to be able to help those who don’t have the opportunities as we do in this country to seek God, and to get help.

He stated, “No one in the U.S. has ever been recorded as starving to death, and although there are very few recorded in the Philippines, that is where God has called me. There are a lot of people who have a hard time here, but it’s not that bad, they are not starving. There are still food stamps; there is support from the government, or even friends! It doesn’t matter how you get it, you still have food to eat here.

Here, if you are starving, you still have someplace to go. There, if you are starving, you are just starving.”

Pictured is Caleb who is currently in Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Betty Dewitt is returning to Callao as our new kindergarten teacher.

She is a 2009 Stephens College Graduate with a degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. Betty is an enthusiastic educator, accomplished equestrian and we are excited to have her back in a Callao C8 classroom.

Judy Schmit will be beginning her official teaching career on our campus. She has been employed with the Westran School District for several years in many noncertified positions.

Upon the encouragement of several people in her

life, Judy went back to school to finish her degree and graduated from Central Methodist in May 2013. Judy lives in Clifton Hill. She and her husband have four children. Judy is a kinesthetic learner and wants to bring that style of learning into her 7th and 8th grade classroom at Callao C8.

Rita Moore joins our staff to offer her expertise in our P.E. program. Rita retired from Brookfield R-III School District in May but just can’t imagine not being with kids: in the gym, on the court and on the field. Rita will be on our campus on Thursdays.

When not at school

Rita might be reading, sewing, attending church, swimming or cheering for the Yankees.

Lee Ann Payne will be joining our staff this year as an instructional coach.

She is not a new face to the district. LeeAnn has volunteered in every capacity imaginable for the last several years.

Lee Ann and her husband Bryan have three children: Michaela, a freshman at Macon High School, Andrew, 6th grade at Callao and Dustin, a third grader at Callao. Lee Ann is an avid reader, a storm watcher and volunteers at the Atlanta Volunteer Fire Department.

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Nickie , Brittaney and Kinzlee Bingham, Roma Rodriquez and Tammy Wright gathered around the matriarch (Roma) for this 5 generations of Wood women photo opportunity.

Sisters Graduate Emily Ann Elliot has graduated from Columbia College in Columbia with a Bachelors’ Degree in Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management. Emily has taken a job with J.P. Morgan Chase.

Megan Annette Elliot has graduated from Le Cordon Bleu Culinary

Arts Academy in Los Angeles, California. Megan has taken a job with Quixotic Foods as a Corporate Chef trainee. The girls are the daughters of Jennifer and Mark Johnson of Macon, and Michael Scott Elliot of Atlanta. Grandparents, Pastor Ron & Sheila Thomason of Bevier, and Monte & Rennie Hunter of Lufkin, Texas are ma-

ternal grandparents, while Phyllis Thompson and Monte Elliot are of Houston Texas are paternal grandparents. Grandma Inez Ray of Bevier is maternal great-grandmother.

Emily is a 2007 graduate of Macon High School.

Megan is a 2010 graduate of Macon High School.

Thanks for coming out to the June 22nd show with Mr. Baby Blue, Bobby Awe from Ft. Dodge, IA. He is a great singer and the big crowd loved him.

We had another packed house on July 13th with entertaining Blake Totten and Becky Blackaby, They always do a great job. If you missed the, they will be back in November.

Coming up July 27th will be Duke Mason from Joplin, MO. Duke is only 46 inches tall, but his talent is large! He has performed with the Jordanaires as well as opening for such greats as George Jones, Moe Bandy, Dale Evans and Tony Orlando. Duke also performed years ago at the Precious Moments Chapel in Cottage, MO. Duke also appeared in the movie Last Ounce of Courage. Don’t miss this wonderful act!

There will be no show on August 10th so everyone can attend the 80th Bevier Homecoming.

Then, we are back at the Wilcox barn on August 24th with Terry Smith

from Nashville, TN, Terry is a singer/songwriter. He has written many songs including Far Side Banks of Jordan for Johnny Cash and June Carter. Other songs of his were recorded

by Roy Acuff, The Oak Ridge Boys and others. He also appears on the RFD

TV show Midwest County. Terry is a great singer, so get your reservations made now!

Remember all the shows come with the very talented Black Diamond Jubilee Band, now in our 18th year. Come see us and keep it country!

Black Diamond Jubilee

Dean and Pam Burris recently attended a T Ball game at Trenton to see their granddaughter, Mady Tipton play. She had three hits that night and the Grasshoppers prevailed.

Maddox was there for the cherry Icee afterwards.

Betty and Matt Tipton from Macon attended one of the last games of the season the next week.

MISSION IN VENEZUELA Shawn Burris of Moberly was the guest speaker at Elmer Baptist Church on Sunday, June 30 to speak about his mission trips to Venezuela. Twenty-five was in attendance to hear him that morning. Shawn read from Matthew 13:24 and Mark 10:13-16. Each time they have went to the same orphanage. He spoke about the orphanage and how it was started, how many are there, how they try to self sustained, and the work they did while there. Shawn had a slide show on all of it. He mostly talk about how he didn’t listen to God’s call to go first and why and how he thought he was going to change them but he was the one changed and the blessings received from going.

Shawn’s wife has gone on 4 or 5 already and Shawn two. They plan to go again in November of this year.

Their last one was in February 2013. They sponsor a girl there and plan to go to her graduation next July and hope to bring her over here for college next year.

The orphanage is run by Assembly of God Church.

Shawn and Jennipher attend North Park Baptist Church in Moberly.

Shawn grew up in Elmer

Baptist Church and he is the son of Dean and Pam Burris of Elmer.

Dean and Pam Burris and Mike, Melanie, Mady and Maddox Tipton of Trenton spent Sunday afternoon enjoying the Block Party that North Park Baptist Church held at Rothwell Park. Dean and Pam were celebrating their 39th anniversary and Dean’s 69th birthday.

Shawn and Jennipher Burris had invited them to attend. Mike Tipton ran the first 5k race they ever held there and came in third, under 29 minutes.

Mady and Maddox had a blast with the kid games, petting zoo, story time, dunking booth, car show, bounce house, door prizes, free food, gospel music, free funnel cakes and end the night with big fireworks display. The grandkids wore this grandma and grandpa out. But we all had a blast. Mady came home with grandma and grandpa to attend VBS at Elmer Baptist Church and Maddox wasn’t happy that he couldn’t come.

VBS had 14 children in attendance during the week and several attended the program on Wednesday night. Mike, Melanie and Maddox Tipton attended from Trenton to watch Mady Tipton and as well as her grandparents, Roger and Betty Tipton of Macon and Dean and Pam Burris of Elmer and her uncle Matt Tipton of Macon. It was a very good program.

Mike, Melanie, Mady and Maddox Tipton spent Wednesday night through Friday morning with Roger, Betty and Matt Tipton

in Macon. They visited Dean and Pam Burris on the way home Friday and Mady and Maddox Tipton spent the night with their grandparents, Dean and Pam Burris of Elmer.

BURRIS, KITCHEN AND PIPPIN 39TH ANNUAL FAMILY REUNION Bob Aldinger, Stephen and Sara Gunnels and Dean and Pam Burris of Elmer attended the 39th annual Burris, Kitchen and Pippin Family Reunion on Saturday, July 6 at Bucklin. Also attending were Mady and Maddox Tipton of Trenton; Robin and Connie Sevier, Maxine and Glen Banks all of Marceline. Larry Pippin of Columbia, Donnie and Rita Pippin of OK; Paul and Lola Reed of Blue Springs; Joanne Teters of Brookfield; Mike Mullins of Corning, IA; Jack and Mary Burris of NM; Ken Burris of IL; Wayne and Doris Kitchen of New Cambria; Jerry and Marianne Sevier of IA and about 20 others. Next year it will be held at Bucklin shelter house on Saturday, May 31 at 11 a.m.

Dean and Pam Burris took Mady and Maddox Tipton to see a movie in Kirksville after the family reunion and took them shopping at their favorite store. Then took them home to Trenton to their parents Mike and Melanie Tipton who had seen a Royal’s game that day in Kansas City.

The Elmer Community would like to express their deepest sympathy to the families of Letha Newberry and Carolyn Epperson.

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Pavement Repairs on Farmer’s Wife Route C in Macon County

by Verna Buck

Weather permitting, Tuesday and Wednesday, July 23 and 24, MoDOT crews will have traffic reduced to one lane on Route C from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day from the north Bevier city limits to the south Bevier city limits for pavement repairs.

Crews and equipment will be working close to traffic, please use extra caution while traveling through the work zone area.

Weather permitting, Wednesday, July 24 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., MoDOT crews will close MO 3 north of Callao from Florida Place to Hemlock Road for culvert replacement. Motorists must use alternate routes during this time. Some areas of the road will be open to local traffic only. The project is weather dependent and could be rescheduled.

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For more information contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK MoDOT (275-6636). You can also visit us online at www. modot.mo.gov/northeast.

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W.R. Buck, Eddie Buck, Kyle Smith, Tim Morton and Brad Buck participated in the Drag Race at Eddyville, Iowa.

Saturday evening, July 6th, also attending were Brenda Smith, Stacia Voorhees, Dylan and Dalton, Barb Englehard, Barbara Buck and Eva, Verna Buck, Bobbi Hamlin and Adrienne.

Jana Russon, Jack Settle of Ethel, Jim Overstreet of Kirksville, Dean and Barbara Green, Carol Calson, Robert Wheeler, Leilia Ward, Glen and Sherry Pippin joined Red Roberts for music Monday evening, July 8th at La Plata Nursing Home. Also present were Dolores Davis, Rose Benham, Mary Prough and Billy Pippin.

Billy and Sherry served refreshments to help celebrate Glen’s birthday.

Carla Worley, Michele and Gabrielle of Tucson, Arizona left July 1st to return home after spending vacation with Patsy and David Eitel; also visiting with Paige and David Carroll and family of Seymour, Iowa. Gabrielle also had a medical check-up in St. Louis while here. Also visiting recently was Sheldon Eitel of Las Vegas.

Peggy Thomas returned to La Plata Nursing Home July 8th. Cora Voyles was a visitor Thursday along with several family members.

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Dora Lovinger, Alma Baker, Mary Harvey, Leland Collin, Mary Slawson and Verna Buck assisted with Bingo Friday, July 5 at La Plata Nursing Home. A large crowd enjoyed the \BBQ and fireworks Wednesday evening July 3 at the nursing home.

Eva Buck hosted a BBQ and fireworks at the home of her parents W.R. and Barabra Buck. Guests were Gary and Beth Petree, Kyle and Brenda Smith, Verna Buck, Bobbi Hamlin and Adrienne, Chuck Rice, Ken Carter and children of Kirksville, Nancy McKenzie Adams, Dakota McKenzie and friends.

Stella Tuggle was admitted to Samaritan Hospital Monday, July 8th.

Susie Tuggle and Verna Buck were Tuesday visitors. Willie Tuggle and Janet Tuggle were Wednesday visitors.

Glenna Daniels of Clarence alsong with Betty Wilson, Betty Moore were among those visiting Roma Rodrequez last Firday at La Plata Nursing Home. Verna Buck and Mary Jarman enjoyed saying hello to Glenna, a classmate they hadn’t seen for some time. Lenora Grear and Verna Buck also visited Erma Lee Billings and Mary Jarman in the afternoon along with Mike and Lana Daniels and Roger Jarman.

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Tri-County Electric Co-op Member Meeting

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Tri-County Electric Cooperative, a memberowned, locally-operated, electric utility that serves 6,300 homes, farms and businesses in Adair, Schuyler, Scotland and portions of Macon, Putnam, and Sullivan counties in northeast Missouri, held its 74th Annual Member Meeting on July 11, 2013. The meeting took place at the Scotland County High School in Memphis, MO. Over 170 people registered at the event and almost 1300 cast ballots in the election of directors.

During registration, attendees enjoyed a slide show with music produced

by Diane Scheib. The business portion of the meeting featured reports from Board President Michael Small and General Manager Jane BahlerHurt. Shaye Wright, a senior at Scotland County High School discussed her recent 2013 Youth Tour

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Above, at only one month old, the youngest contestant was Brylynn McLain

Front, L-R: Alleigh Meyers and Lilly Shipman. Back L-R: Jayden Walls, Emitt Leath and Jakson Leath

Miss Macon County contestants were Miss Congeniality, Alex Richardson; 1st runner-up Rebecca Helton; Miss Macon County Brooke Bernhardt; Kristi Woodson and Grace Smith.

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Josie Thudium with her Great Pyreneese “Zy”.

Lexie Barnes & her Maltese “Frizzle Boy” pose with Christina Pennington and ”Cookie Girl”, a Border Collie

Jett Bugg, 3 years old boy catagory winner

Little Mr. and Miss Winners: Preston Burns, and Ella Terry

Ansley Boone, Liam Hillard and Tishawn McLain

Macon County 4-H Royalty: Princess Lauren Wilson, Queen Lydia Malloy and prince Kristopher Walker.

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Crowned Little Mr. and Miss Farmer were Brody Baker and Jacy Lawrence

Belle Baker, Jayli Thudium & Kambria Brown

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The Home Press would like the thank Macon Electric Cooperative Grimshaw, Kaser and Seipel CPAs LLC, Macon Atlanta State Bank and for sponsoring our Town & Country Fair photos

Results of 2013 July Fourth Enforcement Programs Captain James E. Wilt, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the 2013 July Fourth traffic crash and enforcement totals for the Troop B area, which consists of 16 counties of Northeast Missouri. From July 3, 2013, through July 7, 2013, troopers participated in Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort). As an added enforcement effort, Troop B officers conducted a “20Mile Trooper” project on U.S. Highways 24, 36, and 63 on Wednesday, July 3, 2013, and Sunday, July 7, 2013.

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“Even though this major holiday period has ended, we want to urge motorists to continue to drive safely and always wear their seat belts,” stated Captain Wilt.

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Registered members took home $1,500 in energy certificate credits.

Members elected the following individuals to represent them for a three-year term on TriCounty Electric’s board of directors: District 1: Adair County-Kelley Church.

District 2: Scotland County-Kenny McNamar.

District 4: Putnam County-Bill Triplett At the re-organizational board meeting held after the Annual Member Meeting, the following officers were elected: President: Mark VanDolah, Vice-President: Harley Harrelson, Secretary: David Koch, Treasurer: Bill Triplett.

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