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Lamar Community Theatre to present summer youth production

Lamar Community Theatre will present the summer youth production of “Knights of the Rad Table,” written by Pat Lydersen, in cooperation with Playscripts, Inc. This trip back in time starts at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 7 and happens every night through August 9.

This lighthearted comedy about modern teens in King Arthur’s day starts as Gwen is spending her Saturday reading a book and Artie is riding around on a skateboard. Just typical American teenagers... until Merlin wakes up from a 1500 year snooze to whisk them away to the days of chivalry!

In this fanciful farce about the legend of King Arthur, Artie is majestically crowned king and Gwen meets the “to-die-for” Lancelot and the “Knights of

the Rectangular Table.”

When Artie is kidnapped by the wicked Morgan La Fey, the newlycrowned king’s bumbling (but loyal!) knights embark on a quest to save him. The play is full of gags, anachronisms and just plain goofy moments the whole family can get a kick out of.

Tickets are only $5 and are reation office, or the same price erlie Dunlap, with technical diavailable at the Barton County at the door just before the per- rector Anna Strong.

Find Lamar Community TheChamber of Commerce office formance. or at the Lamar Parks and Rec- The play is directed by Bev- atre also on Facebook.

Utility committee recommends Closing program held for First Baptist Church VBS Lamar Democrat/Melody increasing Metzger The closing program for Agency D3 Vacation Bible water and School was held Thursday evening, July 24, at the First sewer rates Baptist Church in Lamar. VBS was held July 20-24, for ages

LAMAR-Facing an annual loss of just over $55,500 in water billings, the Lamar City Council’s Utility Committee will recommend to the full council a two-year phase-in of higher rates. Water rates would increase 10 percent the first year and another 10 percent in the second year.

Based on a usage of 5,000 gallons, the first year’s rate would be $25.29 per month, see UTILITY, page 5B

four through sixth grade.

These youngsters are full of exuberance as they present their part of the program.

A total of 128 children were enrolled, with a nightly average of 110. A contest was held between the boys and girls, with all proceeds going towards Helping Hearts, a homeowner's assistance program run by Donald and Sue Ann Noll. The boys won the contest, collecting $284, with the girls not far behind at $254, making a total of $538.31 raised by the children.

Parents, and others attending the ceremony, added to the contributions, making a final total of $957.47.

MGE seeks to add system replacement surcharge Consultant to be hired to assist BCMH The Barton County Memorial Hospital In a discussion regarding the 2015 Pro- HealthCare Futures in the board informato bills Board of Directors met July 28, with the posed Tax Levy, Duvall stated that the tion. The hospital would be working with JEFFERSON CITY-Missouri Gas Energy (MGE) has filed an application with the Missouri Public Service Commission seeking to add an infrastructure system surcharge to the bills of its natural gas customers. A surcharge of this type first appeared on customers’ bills in April, 2004.

MGE is seeking to add the surcharge to regain costs incurred by the utility since January, 2014. These costs for natural gas pipeline replacements and relocations are not currently included in MGE’s rates.

The current infrastructure system surcharge for residential customers is $0.00 a month. It was set to zero see MGE, page 5B

INDEX

SECTION A Correspondents......................... 2 Friends & Family....................... 3 Friends & Family/Back to School.... 4 Back to School............................ 5 Back to School............................ 6 Back to School............................ 7 Back to School............................ 8 SECTION B Area News.................................. 2 Records....................................... 3 Records....................................... 4 Legals........................................... 5 Legals........................................... 6 Legals/Classifieds....................... 7 Area News.................................. 8

meeting being called to order by Chairperson Karen Wegener. Other members present were Tom Shaw, Mike Buchanan and Mike Vaughan. Jill Purinton was absent. Also in attendance were CEO Wendy Duvall, Human Resources Director Sheila Boice and Director of Quality/Risk Management Eden Ogden. Chief of Medical Staff Dr. Thomas Hopkins was a guest.

The minutes from June 23 were unanimously approved as read. Duvall reported that overall statistics for June were up, specifically in cardiac rehab and surgery, and that all therapy visit modalities were up.

She explained the reason for the rise in cardiac rehabilitation was due to pulmonary rehabilitation being added at the hospital this year. She reported the hospital had experienced a gain for the month of June. The clinics showed another busy month, with a new revenue of $33,871 for June, with year to date net revenue at $158,025.

Sheila Boice reported a decrease in full time employees for the month of June.

A report on community outreach programs that are offered by the hospital over the next several months was given.

Duvall reminded those present that the August meeting would be held on August 26. She also reported that the EHR audit was progressing.

The bills for the month of May were unanimously approved for payment.

maximum allowable property tax levy had increased from $0.1053 to $0.1083/$100 of valuation due to a cost of living adjustment.

Shaw made a motion that the levy be set at the maximum amount of $0.1083/$100 of valuation. Following a second by Buchanan, the motion passed. A public hearing will be held at the beginning of the August board meeting and legal notices will be published in the Lamar Democrat during August.

Ogden explained that the Utilization Review Plan, included in the board information, had been updated to meet current regulations. A motion was made and passed to approve the revised plan.

Duvall reported that a data backup proposal was received from Unitrends Cloud Services, with the financing to be provided

by Lenovo Financial Services. The proposal is for five years at a cost of $80,112.51, with payments of $2,485.89 for 36 months.

This would provide three sources of data backup. No motion was made to accept the proposal. Duvall will continue to research options for data backup.

Duvall informed the board members that since the hospital had not met the required days cash on hand, according to the bond covenants, that a consultant would need to be engaged to complete an evaluation and report back to the bond holders and the board. She included a proposal from

Scott Ackman to complete the engagement to update and analyze market share utilization. He would then make a presentation to the board, with recommendations. The cost for the consulting engagement would be $30,000, plus travel expenses. Following a motion to approve the agreement with HealthCare Futures by Buchanan and seconded by Vaughan, the motion passed unanimously.

With no further business in the regular session, the board adjourned to meet in executive session. During this time the following medical staff was presented for reappointment of privileges: Xavier Mohan Jenkins, MD, Consulting, General Surgery and Don Beissel, CRNA, Allied Health Professional, Anesthesia. A motion was made and passed to approve the reappointments.

A Patient Outcome Improvement Report for June was presented by Ogden for anesthesia, cardio pulmonary, diabetes education, lab, infection prevention, nursing med/surg, employee education, human resources and physical therapy.

Everyone in attendance, except board members, were dismissed to discuss the annual evaluation of the CEO. With no further business brought before the board, the meeting adjourned back to executive session, where the meeting convened to meet again on August 26.

Median household income, Barton County and elsewhere

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

A mass of information comes from the U.S. Census Bureau.

From that raw data, much can be learned about the society in which we live. The figures that follow are based on the 2000 census. Granted, that was 14 years ago, but change occurs slowly, and it is likely that conditions today differ only slightly from what that 2000 census

revealed.

Within the Missouri Department of Economic Development is a division known as the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center (MERIC). Among its many assignments is taking the raw data from the census and using it to tell us more about ourselves. For example, annual household income. MERIC has figured the median household income for most of the

cities and villages of Missouri.

A few have been omitted, and we have no explanation for those omissions. Median means the exact middle of the highest and lowest incomes reported.

Here are figures from Barton County and the surrounding area, and some may surprise you. At the outset, MERIC finds the median household for the entire state of Missouri is $37,934. The median

household income for Lamar was $29,296. Other Barton County communities are, Lamar Heights $30,625, Liberal $24,375, Mindenmines $22,125, Milford $26,875, and Burgess $19,375. Figures were not provided for Golden City.

In the surrounding area, Lockwood’s median household income was $26,125, Jasper $27,650, Alba $30,333,

see INCOME, page 5B

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CORRESPONDENTS Coonfoot & Vicinity

By LOUISE OTT Peeking out the door this early Monday morning I see our dear Lord is blessing us with some wind and clouds.

Gary and Judy Nelson, Michael Nelson and Ella Mae Turpen all enjoy dinner at a restaurant on Sunday.

Arbry Winans, Ray and Tristan, Ray and Nicole Winans and Elvin Winans Jr. and Durella were visitors of Marie Winans.

Remember the big bridge south of Alba is now open and it's so nice to go straight through to 96 Hwy., instead of having to hunt other roads.

Sara Payne, Olathe, Kan., spent the weekend with her mother, Louise Ott, and we have more fun playing dominoes.

Kenneth Dee and Esther Archer, Sarcoxie route, and Louise Ott, Jasper route, were dinner guests of George Straw on Sunday.

Be sure and watch for the deer and turkey. I stopped for some turkey the other day, as they were coming out of the wheat field and flying across the road. A deer was coming up the lane, east of my barn.

Bob Schubert, Stotts City route, visited Sara Payne and Louise Ott on Saturday.

A big crowd attended the Meet Your Candidate at Memorial Hall.

Sheldon

By DARLENE SHERIDAN Last Friday, the 25th, the Sheldon Park looked like a scene from the Sheldon Picnic, as cars were parked everywhere and Main Street was nearly closed. It was a large estate sale being held by Nance Auction at the Community Building.

Saturday found the park very busy with another softball tournament. The park board is raising funds to purchase new play equipment from the tournament.

Saturday, a large number of family and friends gathered at the Sheldon Lions Club, where they enjoyed dinner and celebrated the birthday of Bruce Jeffries.

I enjoyed Sunday dinner with Jim and Delo-

res Honey of Carthage, and enjoyed seeing Jeff and Annette Honey and their sons, Jack and Brendan, of Lee’s Summit. Bill and Lora Phelps and daughters, Sheridan and Harlow, added to the enjoyment. The Honey grandchildren were making the most of the day by fishing and playing on the farm.

Sunday evening we were all saddened to hear of the death of Dorothy Cross in a car wreck.

It occurred on I49, just three miles north of Sheldon. Dorothy was a great friend and I had known her since 1935. She was always such a caring person and willing to help anyone. She was devoted to her family and friends.

She loved to attend the Sheldon School Alumni, where she visited with former classmates and friends. She was a good teacher and always cared for her family. I could write many things that she did for people and the community. Her last venture was working on the Bellamy Community Center and she served on its board. Weekly, she visited to be sure the center was ready for the meetings they held there. The funeral was Friday morning at 10 a.m., with interment in the Olive Branch Cemetery. Dorothy is survived by two nephews, Matthew and Ray Lynn, and their families. Sincere sympathy is sent to the family.

The Sheldon Lions Club breakfast wasSaturday, Aug. 2. The Lion’s Club serves breakfast on the first Saturday of each month. Those that gather for breakfast enjoy visiting and seeing old friends. Thanks to the Lions for the work to put these on, everyone appreciates it.

The August 5 election at the Donaldson Building will cause the Senior Citizens to move their next meeting to August 12, to celebrate August birthdays.

The children of the late Winfred and Maudie Bogart are doing a nice job on building a new home on Market Street for their mother. From the looks of the house, she will be moving in soon. What a great way for children to honor their mother.

The Sheldon Library will hold a Children’s Carnival on August 6th at the library on Main Street, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

There will be prizes and games and lunch will be served.

CLUB NOTE

LAMAR COUNTRY CLUB LADIES ASSOCIATION

Imogene Williams was the hostess for Bridge on Tuesday, July 29. The winners were Betty Gilkey, first place and Norma Jean Harris, second.

The hostess for Tuesday, Aug. 5 will be Betty Gideon. Betty Gilkey will be the hostess on Tuesday, Aug. 12.

CHANGE CLUB A few more healthy tips from the Change Club, Fruits

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On August 9, the Community Betterment Committee is planning a Park Clean Up. Everyone is welcome to come help with getting the park ready for the Sheldon Picnic, that will be August 14 to 16. The Sheldon Old Settlers Picnic officers are doing a great job preparing for the year’s events.

Thank you for your efforts.

Of course, the starting of school will be just around the corner. Where has the summer gone?

For-getme-nots

By GAIL LEAMING I sure am beginning to respect those soldiers who had gangrene in the wars. This is the pits to fight. I am getting better, but sure will be glad to get my arm back. I have gotten out a few times, but don’t stay long as the meds sort of zap me. We had a great event this week. After eight weeks of laying flat on her back, Anastazia had my first great grandchild, Addison. A perfect four pound, 11 ounce girl. Kamala has been taking care of them 24-7 and doing a lot of the meds. God has been good to us. Anastazia has all her pic lines and IVs out and so feels like a new person. Can’t wait to get there with mine.

Gary Lee had five bypass surgery and was at Red Oak 2 this week when we dropped in. Carol McVey was there also and was doing good from her heart surgery. Got a note from Sharon Ervin and she is sure keeping busy in Jackson. A big hello to Dorothy Miller in Arkansas and her notes keeping up with the news.

Carol York is doing great with her surgery out in Oklahoma and Jean Kersen, thanks for all your news to keep me in contact with the world.

Ron sold his second pup this week. They are the smartest ones he has ever had and they are already pointing and fetching. He is getting too attached.

One day I heard one whining and looked out and there was one sitting at the back door with an old ball. (Have no idea where he found it) in its mouth. He was wanting Ron to come out and play with him, which of course he did.

Renee finished quilting one of my quilts. I call it my ugly quilt and she

Take a walk around the and nectarines all travel block after dinner. If you well! are still hungry, have a Be creative. When appiece of fruit instead of a ples are abundant--make rich dessert.

Shopping tip: Find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on fresh, frozen, dried or canned fruits.

Jazz up the standard breakfast--add blueberries, sliced banana, and other fruits on cereal or oatmeal--or have a grapefruit.

Are you a fan of peanut butter and banana sandwiches? Try substituting other fruits.

On long car trips, pack fruit to snack on! Bananas, apples, plums, grapes,

sure made it pretty. Think I will take it to Lamar this month and see what others think of it. At Red Oak 2 we had some new pickers from Springfield and Lawrence, Kan., who had come down to see each other. They were staying in the new/old motel that Lowell has fixed up.

They were really happy with the rooms and the fun and said it wouldn’t be the last visit. Good job Rose. My nurses in Carthage are super girls and Ed Ernest and I are their regulars. They can’t get over how many people we know between us. We told her if you live long enough and they keep bringing in friends, that it was no surprise.

We are truly blessed by our friends. As the song says, “You can’t buy old friends”. One friend was Cindy Henry Hullahan.

Her mother was Lorraine Henry. Cindy has spent most of her married life in Germany as a soldier's wife. He now works for the military. He was in Sudan when they went to war and had just gotten out of Libya before this disease hit and now they want him to go to Israel.

I would say his life is not boring. I think Cindy was nearer to Russ' age in school.

Don’t forget Round Grove's Freedom Fest on the 31st and the Farm Girl Fest at Red Oak 2 on the 15th, so mark your calendar. I seem to just be rambling and my arm is telling me that it has had it on this ole computer, so guess I will just wish all a great week and God be with you.

Maxine's Musings Hello folks, it has been a long time since I have typed a column. The family of Edward “Eddie” Martin Morin have sadly experienced a lot in the last month. Faith, family and friends have been a tremendous help to our family since we lost Eddie. Although the children were hurting, they were there for me. They are the greatest; I love them all. Thanks to friends for the visits, food, flowers or donations to worthy organizations.

Also to the Christian Church ladies on preparing a delicious lunch. We shall miss Eddie.

I am getting clumsy, or should I say “clumsier” (is that a word?) I had just

apple butter, to use in place of jam. Check online for recipes without added sugars.

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got out of the shower in our small bathroom and one of my knees buckled.

Of course I landed on that leg, with my foot turned backwards under the leg.

After I got my foot pulled out, I thought that I was fine. No! I could not get up. I had just purchased an emergency button do jiggy. While waiting for help to come, I realized that I was naked as a jay bird.

Luckily, I remembered my gown hanging on a hook on back of the bathroom door. I flipped the tail of that gown, thinking it would be a piece of cake.

But that hook held fast to the gown.

I must have flipped the gown tail a dozen (seemed like two dozen) times.

Finally the thing fell in a clump and I wasted no time pulling it on. The foot was hurting, so Donna took me to the doctor and x-rays were in order.

Right after lunch the office called for me to come back to the office. They pulled up a chair where there was plenty of room and began strapping a huge boot to my left leg.

It came to my knee. All ended well, but for a while I was afraid they were sending me to the moon.

I have the boot off now, but sons Mike Morin and Max Orahood, pushed me around in a wheelchair for the services.

Some time ago Anna Mae Hillsman handed me this note. Henry and Carolyn Taffner, accompanied by Anna Mae Hillsman, attended the Hillsman family reunion at El Dorado Springs, Mo. Everyone is gearing up for the fair. Meat is being ordered for the barbecue and hamburger, etc. for

the food stands. Do not forget the pies. Ladies are ready to begin their baking, jellies, etc. Some are watching their fresh fruit, veggies and flowers. Most important is the grain.

The theme of the 2014 Barton County Free Fair is, “Sow it, Grow it, Show It”. Thanks to the farmers, without them, we would starve.

Congratulations to Pam Kaderly on her retirement. I had to miss her reception at the Xchanger office.

Beula Miller was honored with a reception at the First Christian Church Fellowship Hall on Saturday, Aug. 2. Congratulations, Beula, on your 90th birthday. Sorry that I could not attend.

Jerry and Helen Dale, Nixa, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on August 6. They would like cards. Congratulations to the Dales, who are former Lamar residents.

If I have missed a birthday event or an anniversary, do not hesitate to call me at 417-682-2130. Eddie was so ill, I have been staying home, also missed reading some of the papers.

The Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW 3691 recently served biscuits and gravy at the Lamar Farmer's Market.

God, please look after our service persons. Until next time...

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FRIENDS & FAMILY

Fast reunion to observe 100 years

On Sunday, Sept. 13, 1914, the descendents of Nicklaus Fast, living in Barton County, gathered at the farm home of B.L. “Bartie” Fast, south of Verdella, in the Barton City community.

The reunion was held in a grove near the house, where a large table and seats had been prepared for the occasion.

The morning was spent in conversation and at the noon hour over 100 relatives bowed their heads around the bountiful table, while Wilse Anderson Sr. thanked God for the blessings of the day.

During the afternoon, a meeting was held and a president was elected.

M.G. “Grant” Fast was elected president and various committees were chosen.

Watermelons and pea-

nuts were enjoyed during the afternoon and evening. Several friends and neighbors called during the afternoon. Miss Maud Stacy was called on to take a picture of the crowd grouped on the bank of a nearby stream.

Each of the 100 summers since that first reunion, the Fast family has gathered for a reunion in Barton County. For many years it has been held on the second Sunday in Au-

gust. In 1917, it was moved to the Lon Thomas farm.

In 1933, the reunion was held at the Curless farm.

In 1934, it was moved to the Paul Fast farm. From 1940 to 1950, the reunion was on the W.O. “Willie” Fast farm. In 1951, it was moved to the Lamar City Park, where it was held until 2009. Since 2010, the reunion has been held at the Liberal City Park.

In 1939, at the 25th anniversary, 34 were pres-

ent who had attended the first one and in 1964, at the 50th, 14 wore the gold ribbon, indicating that they had been at the first reunion. The officers in 1964 were president, Paul Moran; first vice president, James Reed; second vice president, Dale Fast; secretary and treasurer, Mary (Fast) Hizar. (Aunt Mary served as secretary and treasurer from 1943 to 1993).

In 1966, the reunion

Heath reunion held

The Health family reunion was held Sunday, June 29, at Memorial Hall in Lamar. Several generations of Joseph Harry and Mary Ann (Baldwin) Heath, who settled at Golden City, were represented, with 159 attending and enjoying a carry-in dinner. Prayer was given by Lance Butler. Prizes were awarded

to the following: Dorthy Kniffer, oldest lady attending at 88 years; John Heath, oldest man attending at 80 years; Benjamin Rush, youngest person attending at nine weeks; Paul and Denise Seaton, newest married couple at one day; Gene and Ruth Moore, longest married couple at 57 years; Dorthy Kniffer, most family pres-

ent and Greg Moore, longest distance traveled. The door prize was awarded to Anna Moore.

Names were read of those who had passed away since the 2012 reunion. Plans were announced to hold the next reunion on June 26, 2016.

Those attending from out of state were Greg Moore, Shedd, Oregon; Mike Sou, Shane, Abbie, Emily, Baker and Carter Odwyer, Livermore, California; Doug Moore, Pocatello, Idaho; Anna Moore, Hansen, Idaho; Ginger Butler and Jace Butler, Twin Falls, Idaho; Lance and Michelle Butler, Twin Falls, Idaho; Paul and Denise Seaton and Michael Reece, Las Cruces, N.M.; Darren and Martha Wynn, Palmer, Texas; Kera Wynn, Shawn, David and Shane, Dallas, Texas; Rebecca Wynn and Jeremy, Dallas, Texas.

Also, Misty, Theresa, April and McKenzie OPat, Gilberts, Illinois; Josh and Rebeccca McCray, Pratt, Kansas; Tina and Nicholas McCray, Lynn and Lavonne McCray, Medicine Lodge, Kansas; Debra Kossman and Justin Shaddox, Braman, Oklahoma; Gene and Ruth Moore, Tulsa, Oklahoma

celebrated 100 years since John J. Fast moved his large family to Barton County.

This year, 2014, on Sunday, Aug. 10, the Fast family will celebrate the 100th anniversary of that first reunion, with a celebration and dinner at the Liberal City Park.

The current officers are president, Gary Fast; vice president, Ed Keltner and secretary and treasurer, Rachel (Fast) Miller.

and Donnie, JoAnn and Bradley Hartshorn, Quapaw, Oklahoma.

Those attending from Missouri were Rusty and Cindee Hay, Independence; John and Michelle Jacobs, Peculiar; Dorthy Kniffer and Joe Seaton, Cape Fair; Steve and Beni Seaton, Ben, Becky and Katy Seaton and Patsy Bowman, Crane; Maureen and Alannaa Thomas, Spokane; Ken and Perryleane Lingle and Kevin and Jackie Lingle, Cassville; Lucas Seaton and Jolena, Monett; Mark and Alice Seaton, Highlandville; Jason, Brandy, Dolten, Landen and Whitney Hardy, Clever; Mert, Lucy and M.J. Seaton, Springfield; Walt, Connie, Helena and Aidan Keeler, Springfield; Brenda, Baylee, Stewart and Richard, Nixa; Melvin Heath, Sherry Dunlay and Meredith Lopez, Seneca.

Also, Tracy, Wyatt and Jordon Lowery, Shannon Heath, John Heath and Sharon Brock, Shawn, Anna, Laynie and Addie Brock, Alicia Stricklin, Gage and Gavin, Bill and Sandy Richart, Melissa and Maria, Jessie Kent and Stephanie Burkhart, Matt, Lindsey and Huxley, Kent, Chase McBride, Jake Odwyer, Nick, Jessica, Jasmine and Benjamin Rush and Jim and Debbie Heath, all of Joplin; Kay Cargile, Donna and Tom Kent, Jacob, Hannah and Jaya Kent, Bill and Dana Davis, Joe and Betty Heath, JoAnn, Kole and Jayce Heath, Jason Casey and Anissa, Deborah Graves and Randy Stewart, Aylor and Akley Henegar, Jason, Heidi, Jalen and Alley Ansley and Aimee, Hayden, Cargile and Drew, all of Webb City.

Also, Fern Goodenough and Delores Hurrell, Matt McBride and Jackie, Carterville; Wayne and Patty Baker, Danny Graves and Delisa Walker, Jade, Josie, Lauren and Langlee, Carl Junction and Sally Metcalf, Jess Rush, Diane Pollard, Cheryl and Hayley Lown and Norman and Lois Rush, all of Carthage.

An afternoon visitor was Larry Heath, Golden City.

The afternoon was spent visiting and taking family group pictures.

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METZGER’S MUTTERINGS

Another week has passed and tomorrow (Friday) I will be taking off for the day to attend a St. Louis Cardinal game at Busch. We'll also get to see the new Ballpark Village, which is supposed to be incredible. The Cardinals will be playing the Milwaukee Brewers, so if anyone knows baseball, they will know how badly a sweep by the Cardinals is needed! I can dream....

It has been a full week

on this end. Monday was a “funk” day, as it had been five years since my mom passed and in the midst of my feeling sorry for myself my son called to inform me that I was going to be a grandma... again! Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I would be a grandmother to three! When I told husband Gary the news, he said, “You mean to tell me I'm going to have three grandchildren?” When I said yes, he threw up his hands and said, “Thank you Lord!” Being a bach-

LAMAR-Visiting students, ages 15-18, from around the world including Germany, Spain, Switzerland and Thailand are seeking host families in and around Lamer for

the upcoming 2014-2015 academic school year.

Host families are needed for the fall semester and full school year.

Host families (traditional families, singles,

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat

elor until we married 18 years ago this month, he never thought he would be a father, much less a grandfather, and relishes the role.

Seeing as the two we have now are boys, everyone is, of course, hoping for a little girl. Me, I'm not sure. The last little girl I was ever really around was my niece, Tiffany, and she is now 47! She's still “my precious baby girl”, so not sure how she would feel giving up that title. I'm not even sure if I would even know what to do, or how to act, with a little girl, but guess we'll find out soon enough. The baby is due in February, so time will tell.

My best friend, who is a year older than me, informed me when I called

to relay the news, that she was going to be a greatgrandmother around the same time! Evidently her family started earlier than mine when it came to having kids!

Later in the week I received a phone call from my cousin, informing me that my Aunt Sandra had fallen down some stairs, breaking her ankle in three places and having to have surgery. Aunt Sandra is now home, so I called and had a nice visit with her. She is my mother's little sister. I hate that she is going through this. Her words were, “I went from being independent to being an invalid in a matter of seconds”. Aunt Sandra and Rex (Steelman) always make it down from

Kansas City in order to take in the fair, as many of their old friends can attest to, and she thought she might have to cancel this year due to the fact that she can't put any weight on her foot for eight weeks. They keep a standing reservation at Super 8 and hated to give it up, but didn't see any other alternative. My cousin Scott and his wife Mary volunteered to drive them down for the weekend, so they are going to be able to make it, plus we will have the pleasure of Scott and Mary's company as well.

Getting to see them and visit with them is one of the best parts of fair time as far as I'm concerned, so I'm really glad they will be able to make it – God will-

ing!

Speaking of the fair, can you believe it is already August? Where is the summer going? It's true what they say about how the older one gets, the faster time goes. I spoke to Peyton last Sunday and told her we would love to have grandson Kobyn for the fair and she agreed, saying he was looking forward to it. We will pick him up Friday after school and get back to Lamar about 8 p.m. so he can ride rides, then will have all day Saturday to play, returning home on Sunday.

It makes for a short weekend, but it's well worth it!

I hope everyone has a great weekend – I know I will, especially if the Cardinals win!

International high school exchange students seeking host families in Lamer empty nesters, etc.) serve as mentors and a home base for their student.

Visiting students participate as active members of the family and integrate into their host’s daily

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routines and traditions just like any other family member. Hosting an international student is a great way to explore a new culture and promote a sense of lifelong learning and adventure.

“Every year Missouri plays host to many talented, top-of-their-class students with the lifelong dream of studying in America,” reports Emily Rolin, iE-USA’s area director. Emily ads, “Missouri’s spirit of hospitality and focus on academic enrichment makes it an ideal environment to develop cultural exchange and promote internation-

al diplomacy on a local level.” iE-USA, the sponsoring program, is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting education and understanding through intercultural and academic exchange. iE-USA is certified by the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel and strictly adheres to all U.S. Department of State Student Exchange Program regulations and guidelines.

Exchange student participants undergo an extensive application and orientation process in their home country prior

to being accepted into iE-USA’s program. Each student is responsible for his/her own spending money and full health insurance coverage.

To learn more about how to make the dream come true for an international high school exchange student contact Missouri representative Cynthia Rouillard at c.rouillard@international-experience.net, 720315-2723. Host families may review prospective student profiles online at iE-USA.org. Families interested in hosting this year must apply by August 15.

COLUMBIA-John Mark Allen Conrace, Lamar, received his Juris Doctor, Law-JD, Gradu-

ate Certificate, Dispute Resolution – GRCT and Jacob Richard Wilhelm, Golden City, received

his Bachelor of General Studies this past spring from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

University of Missouri spring graduates

In front of 25 family and friends, Kendra Tanisha Syrona Haag graduated Magna cum Laude from Wentworth College on July 25. The graduation service was held at the Lamar United Methodist Church. Colonel Tim Casey, the academic dean at Wentworth, was in attendance to present Kendra with her diploma.

Sam DeLaney, Lamar site coordinator, welcomed visitors before Kendra’s father, George

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Haag, presented the invocation. Remarks were given by DeLaney concerning Kendra and her schooling with Wentworth before her diploma was presented.

Wentworth College would like to congratulate Kendra on her achievements! She worked hard for her Associates of Arts degree, which she was awarded.

Wentworth holds classes at Lamar High School in the evenings. They have

of school, dismiss at 12:30 p.m.; May 15, teachers work day.

Possible make up days: January 19, February 13 & 16, March 13 & 16, May 15.

August 7, new teacher in-service; August 18, GVVC professional development day; August 19, professional development day; August 20, full staff in-service day; New Employees August 21, first day of school; September 1, La- Sheldon welcomes two bor Day, no school; Octo- new faculty members ber 17, first quarter ends; October 22, parent teacher conferences from 2-6 p.m.; October 23, parent teacher conferences from 4-8 p.m.; October 24, no school; November 26-28, Thanksgiving break, no school; December 19, first semester ends, dismiss at 12:30 p.m.; December 22-January 2, Christmas break, no school; January 5, classes resume; January 19, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, no school; February 13, no school; February 16, President’s Day, no school; March 6, third quarter ends; March 13, no school; March 16, no school; April 3, no school; April 6 & 7, no school; May 14, last day

created a Wentworth Plus scholarship which works just like the A+ scholarship. Students can get two years tuition paid for.

For more information regarding Wentworth College contact DeLaney at 417-684-1929. Classes will be starting up August 18. Students must be enrolled by August 11. Don’t be left behind!

Wentworth is fully accredited and can help individuals obtain their A.A. or A.S. degree.

this year. They are Ryan Meeks, vocational agriculture and Sylvia Martin, music.

Enrollment Dates Enrollment dates will be Wednesday, August 6 for grades seven through nine and Thursday, August 7 for grades 10-12.

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Calendar August 8, new teacher on duty; August 11-15, professional development for all staff; August 18, first day of school; August 21 & 22, no school; September 1, Labor Day, no school; September 26, professional development for all staff, no school; October 17, first quarter ends; October 23, dismiss at 1 p.m.; October 24, no school; November 2628, Thanksgiving break, no school; December 19, second quarter ends, first semester ends; December 22-January 2, Christmas break, no school; January 19, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, no school; February 16, President’s Day, no school; March 2, no school; March 6, third quarter ends; March 16-20, spring break, no school; April 3, no school; May 15, end of fourth quarter, end of second semester, last day of school, dismiss at 1 p.m.; May 18 & 19, work day; May 25, Memorial Day, no school.

Possible make up days: January 19, March 2, May 18-22.

Supply Lists Preschool 1 inch white 3-ring binder, 1 pkg. glue sticks, 1 pkg. washable markers, 1 pkg. 5 oz. (bathroom size) cups, a complete change of clothes in a Ziploc bag labeled with the child’s name, 4x6 family photo.

A.M. Class: 1 box of tissues.

Supply List All grades will need gym shoes (new purchase not required). No backpacks with wheels or personal pencil sharpeners for kindergarten-second grade. No Trapper Keepers or large notebooks for kindergarten-third grade.

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BACK TO SCHOOL black only regular size Sharpie markers (girls purchase), 1 box of 24 or 48-ct. crayons, 2 boxes of pencil-top erasers, 2 boxes of 200-ct. Kleenex, USB drive, $20 activity fee (This fee will include the Weekly Reader, field trip fee, classroom/quarterly rewards, academic activities and additonal or extra supplies beyond the original list.)

Please do not purchase and/or send any other items other than what is listed to school.

The fifth grade team, along with the building administrator, will not allow students to place locks on their lockers. Students should not place valubles (i.e. money, MP3 players, gaming devices, etc.) in their lockers, as the theft or loss of such items will not be the responsibility of the Lamar R-1 School District.

for Weekly Reader (one time fee), 2 glue sticks, calculator (recommend same calculator as 7 & 8th grade), 2 Scotch tape, 1½-inch 3-ring binder for Art, 1 spiral notebook for PE

Kleenex, 300 ct., widelined notebook paper, 1 dry erase marker (low odor, no neon), 1 ruler with standard and metric, 1 pair of music earbuds with small jack, backpack, 1 pair large scissors, Third Grade Small supply box, 1 box 5 pocket folders, 1 each crayons (24 ct.), 1 bottle (red, blue and black) ink Second Grade $15 community supply Elmer’s glue, 2 large boxes pen, 1 box colored pencils,

1 pkg. pencil-top erasers, #2 lead pencils (24 ct.).

P.M. Class: 1 pkg. of wet wet wipes. wipes.

Second Grade 1-large supply box, Kindergarten $25.00 activity fee, 1-pkg. pencil top erasbackpack without wheels, ers, 4-12 pk. of #2 pen1 box tissues, 12 plain #2 cils, 2-boxes of Kleenex, pencils - no plastic coat- 1-pair scissors, 1-ruler ing, 4 bottles Elmer’s glue, with inches and centime2 boxes Crayola crayons ters (non-bendable), 2-4 (24 count), Crayola or oz. bottles of white glue, Prang watercolors, scis- 1-bottle Germ-X (boys sors, 1 box broad line only), 1-box quart size markers, school box, Ziploc bags (girls only), paint shirt – old t-shirt 2-boxes of crayons (24), is fine, 1 spiral notebook, 4-pocket folders with 2 Pink Pearl erasers, 2 prongs, 2 Pink Pearl erasdry erase markers, beach ers, 2-single subject widetowel or small braided ruled spiral notebooks, 1 rug (NO MATS, please. 1-inch 3-ring binder (exIt must fit in the locker.), cept Mrs. Cobb’s class), 1 pack Scotch or Elmer’s 1-pkg. dry erase, fine glue sticks, 2" 3-ring bind- point markers, 1 $1 caler, glue sticks (for art), culator, 2 boxes Crayola wet wipes (for art), girls: Classic Washable MarkZiploc bags, boys: Clorox ers, 1-pkg. wet wipes, 2 wipes. glue sticks, $25 activity fee (covers field trip, ScholasFirst Grade tic News, Starbooks sup$25.00 activity fee (helps plies and other activities). pay for field trips and supplies throughout the year), Third Grade 1 pair of Fiskar scrissors, $20 activity fee (This 1 large box of tissues, fee covers cost of various 1 package of washable activities from which the markers, 2 24-count box students benefit. These of crayons, 1 box quart activities may include adsize Ziploc bags (girls), ditional supplies beyond 1 12 oz. bottle of Germ- the original list, field X (boys), 2 plain folders trips, academic activities, with pockets, 4 Expo dry special projects, classerase markers, 1 8 oz. room rewards and other bottle of Elmer’s glue, 4 incidents.), 5 folders with jumbo glue sticks, 4 Pink brads (red, yellow, blue, Pearl erasers, 1 $1 calcu- green. orange), 1 box of lator, 1 school box, 4 12- 24 Crayola crayons, 2 pack of yellow #2 pencils, pkgs. of wide-ruled note1 package of construction book paper, 48 yellow #2 paper, 1 1.5-inch binder pencils (not labeled), 1 with clear pockets on the pair of scissors, 1 compofront, 1 container of Clo- sition notebook, 2 spiral rox wipes, backpack. notebooks (wide-ruled), Art Class: 1 set of water- 1 calculator, 2 dry erase color paints, 1 package of markers, 1 container of

handy/baby wipes, 1 large art box (or plastic show box), 1 bottle Elmer’s glue sticks, 12-inch ruler with inches and centimeters, 2 big pink erasers, 2 boxes of Kleenex.

First Grade $15 community supply fee, 1 small drawstring book/shoe bag, 2 boxes Kleenex, 1 pocket folder, 1 container baby wipes, 1 container anti-bacterial wipes.

fee, 1 drawstring book/ shoe bag, 2 boxes Kleenex, 3 pocket folders, 2 boxes Crayola crayons (24 ct.), 1 container anti-bacterial wipes.

Kindergarten $15 community supply fee (no snack fee), 1 backpack, 2 pocket folders, 1 change of clothing (including socks/underwear) update throughout the year, 1 old t-shirt, 3 containers anti-bacterial wipes.

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Fourth Grade 1 large supply box, 3 boxes of tissues, 1 pkg. of wide-lined notebook paper, scissors, box of 24 crayons, markers (optional), 2 pkgs. of 24 #2 pencils, 6 glue sticks, 1 1-inch 3-ring binder with pockets inside, 4 dry erase markers, colored pencils, 2 highlighters, 1 box (any size) Ziploc bags (girls), sanitary wipes (boys), 8 folders with brads and pockets (one each of the following colors: red, blue, yellow, green, purple and the other 3 any color), $20 activity fee (This fee will provide items for classroom parties and rewards, additional classroom supplies and to replace lost or stolen classroom materials and manipulatives.

Fifth Grade 1 sturdy 3-ring zipper binder (Trapper Keeper), 7 folders with brads (blue, purple, green, yellow, orange and 2 red), 1 pocket folder with holes (NOT brads for homework), 1 plastic zipper pouch with holes for supplies in trapper, 2 2-inch 3-ring binder (math, reading), 1 70-ct. spiral notebook, 1 pkg. 300-ct. wide-ruled notebook paper, 4 pkgs. of 24 pencils, 1 2-ct. pkg. of black only dry erase markers (boys purchase), 1 2-ct. pkg. of

Seventh Grade Locker shelf (suggested, zippered binder/Trapper Keeper with folders or dividers, large supply of loose-leaf notebook paper, large supply of #2 pencils, pencil top erasers and large eraser, red pens, 12-ct. or more colored pencils, 3 extra large book covers, 3 boxes of Kleenex (give to HR teacher), Texas Instruments Solar Scientific Calculator (TI 30 XIIS), 1½-inch 3-ring binder for Math, 3-subject spiral notebook for Math, 3-subject spiral notebook for SS, composition notebook for Science, 1-subject spiral notebook for Language Arts, 2 pocket folders with brads if enSixth Grade 2 composition note- rolled in reading, ½-inch books for science (please 3-ring binder if enrolled reinforce), 1 zippered in Art. pencil case, 5 packages Eighth Grade of loose-leaf notebook paper, 1 protractor, 3 - 5 1-inch 3-ring bind1-inch 3-ring binders ers, red pens, black pens, with inside pockets (one large supply of pencils, for each subject: Comm. 3-hole paper, Texas InArts, Math, SS) good struments Solar Scientific quality, 3 pkg. of dividers Calculator for Math (T1with subject tabs, 2 doz- 30X IIS), graph paper, en #2 pencils, large pink stereo headphones (if in erasers, 1 small hand held computer class), 1½-inch pencil sharpener with lid, 3-ring binder (if in art 1 pkg. of red pens, 1 pkg. class), colored gel pens, colored pencils, 3 boxes Pink Pearl eraser for art, of 200 count tissues, 1 book covers, 3 pkgs. of di12-inch ruler (standard/ viders with 5 subject tabs, metric), scissors, 3 pock- 2 boxes tissues, 2 pocket et folders with brads, $5 folders, 1 flash drive.

Fourth Grade Small supply box, 1 pkg. colored pencils (any size), 4 highlighters, 1 (8 oz.) bottle glue, 3 pocket folders with prongs, 2 pocket folders without prongs, #2 lead pencils (24 ct.), 1 set dry erase markers (low odor, no neon), 4 glue sticks, backpack, 1 pkg. pencil-top erasers, 2 large boxes Kleenex, 1 container anti-bacterial wipes, 1 box Ziploc bags (quart size), 1 pkg. 150 ct. widelined paper, 1 box crayons (any size), 1 roll Scotch tape, 1 pair scissors (full size, pointed).

Fifth Grade Small supply box, #2 lead pencils (24 ct.), 1 box crayons (any size), 1 big eraser, 1 set dry erase markers (chisel pt., no neon), 1 ruler with inches (to 1/16) and metric, 2 pocket folders with prongs, backpack, 1 blue or black pencils (8 ct.), 1 (0.8 oz.) glue stick, 2 large boxes Kleenex, 1 box markers (8 ct.), 2 pkgs.

150 ct. wide-lined paper.

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Families Invited to Back-to-School Night!

Back to School Night will be held on Thursday, August 14 for families of students in Kindergarten through grade 6. Teachers will be in their classrooms ready to meet students and their families from 5-7 p.m. This will be a great time for students to find their classrooms, meet their teachers, bring in P.E. shoes, school supply money, and for parents to learn more about the Parent Portal of the Lumen program.

Having these items out of the way will help the school year start off more smoothly and the first day of school should be much easier.

The Golden City school staff hopes everyone has had a great summer and we are anxious to see students and families as we prepare to start the new school year. Please plan to stop by for Back to School Night. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, August 14!

New Employees & Position Changes

Steven Brigham, II just completed his fourth year at Golden City R-III School District where he began as a Social Studies instructor and where he has served the past two years as seventh through 12th grade principal.

Steven is a graduate of Missouri Southern State University and holds his Master of Science in Education from Pittsburg State University. He earned his

education specialist degree from Pittsburg State University, as well. He is currently ABD and working to finish his dissertation for completion of his Ed. D. Steven will serve as superintendent of schools.

Amanda Powell just completed her first year at Golden City R-III School District serving as the ninth-12th grade social studies instructor.

Amanda has seven years experience as a classroom teacher. Amanda is a graduate of Missouri Southern State University.

She completed her Master of Arts in History at Missouri State University and her education specialist degree at William Woods University. She is currently pursuing her doctorate. Amanda will serve as seven-12th grade principal, athletic director and assistant girls’ basketball coach.

Susan Whittle will be returning to Golden City R-III School District as elementary principal having served previously in many capacities.

Gary Kaufman will be returning to Golden City R-III School District as administrative assistant having served previously in many capacities.

Carissa Fritsche comes to Golden City R-III School District from Drury University in Springfield. She graduated with a bachelors of science in biology. This will be Carissa’s first year as a classroom teacher. Carissa will serve as the ninth-12th grade science instructor and assistant girls’ volleyball coach.

Anya Gripka comes to Golden City R-III School District from Neosho High School where she served as a special education teacher for two years.

She is a graduate of Missouri Southern State University and holds a master of arts in teaching with an emphasis in special education from Pittsburg State University. Anya will serve as elementary special education teacher, junior high cheerleading coach and assistant softball coach.

Afton Marti comes to Golden City R-III School District from Lamar R-I School District where she completed her practicum and intership in school counseling. She is a graduate of Pittsburg State University and holds a Master of Arts in school counseling from Pittsburg State University, as well. Afton will serve as K-12 counselor.

Michael McDowell comes to Golden City RIII School District from Jasper where he graduated high school. Michael earned his Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Science from Pittsburg State University.

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Administrator/Technology Coordinator for Golden City and the Barton County Health Department.

Brandon Moore comes to Golden City R-III School District from Mountain Grove Middle School where he has spent two years coaching numerous sports and serving as a P.E. teacher. He has 12 years of experience teaching P.E. and social studies and coaching a variety of sports. Brandon graduated from Pittsburg State University with a bachelor of science in education and is pursuing his master’s degree. Brandon will serve as the ninth12th grade social science instructor, head girl’s basketball coach and eighth grade volleyball coach.

Caleb Russell comes to Golden City R-III School District from Jasper where he graduated high school.

He completed his student teaching at Wheaton Schools. Caleb graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Education with an emphasis in Animal Science. Caleb will serve as the seventh12th grade ag. instructor, as well as, FFA Advisor.

We are very pleased to introduce our new staff and begin the 2014-15 school year.

Enrollment Any elementary students new to the Golden City School District for the 2014-2015 school year are encouraged to bring their paperwork into the elementary office August 7 or 8 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. to get enrolled. Parents will need to bring the child’s birth certificate, immunization record, proof of residence, and social security card when they come in. Having new students enrolled will help them be more prepared for the first day of school on August 18. If you have any questions, feel free to call 417-537-4272 for more information.

Supply List Please put your child’s name on all items sent to school

Kindergarten Each child will need to bring $20.00 to cover the cost of school supplies for the year. This will cover all supplies except the following which parents will need to purchase: 1 back pack or book bag, without wheels; 1 pair of Velcro or non-tie tennis shoes for P.E. to be kept at school non marking soles.

First Grade Each child will need to bring $20.00 to cover the cost of school supplies for the year. This will cover all supplies except the following which parents will need to purchase: 1 back pack or book bag, without wheels; 1 pair of tennis shoes to be left at school for physical education class - non marking soles.

Second and Third Grade Each child will need to bring $20.00 to cover the cost of school supplies for the year. This will cover all supplies except the following which parents will need to purchase: 1 back pack or book bag, without wheels; 1 pair of tennis shoes to be left at school for physical education class - non marking soles.

Fourth Grade Each child will need to bring $22.00 to cover the cost of school supplies for the year. This will cover all supplies except the following which parents will need to purchase: 1 back pack or book bag, without wheels; 1 pair of tennis shoes to be left at school for physical education class - non marking soles.

Fifth and Sixth Grade Each child will need to bring $22.00 to cover the cost of school supplies for the year. This will cover all supplies except the following which parents will need to purchase: 1 back pack or book bag, without wheels; 1 pair of tennis shoes to be left at school for physical education class - non marking soles.

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(No perfume/cologne or make up please!) Students will not be changing for physical education, so the only thing needed for gym is non-marking tennis shoes.

inch 3-ring binder, loose leaf paper.

Science: Calculator, notebook or loose leaf paper, 3-ring binder, pens (blue or black ink only) or pencils, red pen for grading.

Social Studies: 3-ring binder, dividers for notebook, pen, pencils, paper and other materials throughout the year for projects.

Life Skills: Pencils, loose leaf paper, 3-ring binder.

Seventh Grade Language Arts: Pencils, pens, loose leaf paper, paper folder with pockets, book cover, 1 box of tissues.

Math: 2 inch 3-ring binder, notebook paper, pencils, TI-30XA Texas Eighth Grade Instruments calculator.

Physical Education: Language Arts: Pencils Gym shorts, t-shirt, tennis and pens, loose leaf paper, shoes, towel. see GOLDEN CITY, page 7A Reading: Pencil, pen, 1

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Science: Calculator, notebook or loose leaf paper, 3-ring binder, pens (blue or black ink only) or pencils, red pen for grading.

Social Studies: 3-ring binder, dividers for notebook, pen, pencil, paper and other materials thoughout the year for

notebook or loose leaf paprojects.

Study Skills: Pencils, per, binder or folder. loose leaf paper, 3-ring Math: Pencil or pen, notebook or loose leaf pabinder. per, binder or folder.

Seventh & Eighth Grade Middle School Electives Resource Room Language Arts: Pencil Seventh & Eighth Grade or pen, notebook or loose Art: Students are required leaf paper, binder or fold- to purchase a sketchbook from the school ($2-$4). er.

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Possible make up days: January 19, February 16, March 17, May 11 & 12.

(with brads on the inside), 1 backpack, 1 12 oz. bottle hand sanitizer, 5 containSupply Lists ers of Clorox wipes, 5 boxAll K-6 students need a es Kleenex. pair of clean gym shoes Second Grade to be left at school, 1 12 Pack of #2 Pencils and 2 1 backpack, 1 wideGlue Sticks for Art Class, ruled spiral notebook, 2 and if in Band 1 1” Binder, Pink eraser (no novelty 20 Page Protectors, 1 Pack erasers – car, skateboard of Tabs, and 1 12 Pack of shapes, etc.), 1 12 pack of #2 wooden pencils (do not Pencils. put child’s name on these as they will be shared – Preschool 1 backpack, 2 containers no mechanical pencils), of Clorox wipes, 1 box of 4 black Expo markers, 2 24 crayons, 2 glue sticks, boxes of Kleenex, 2 containers of Clorox wipes, 10 #2 Pencils.

1 small art box, 1 box of crayons.

Kindergarten Items shared with all stuThird Grade dents: 1 box of 48 crayons, 4 glue sticks, 12 yellow #2 Clorox wipes, 3 boxes of pencils (no colors or de- Kleenex, erasers, 1 box of signs), 3 boxes of Kleenex, pencils, dry erase marker, 4 Pink erasers (no pen- 1 pack wide ruled loose cil top erasers), 1 pair of leaf paper, 3 pocket foldclean socks (for erasing ers, composition book. white boards), 4 black Fourth Grade Expo markers, 1 pair of child size scissors, 3 con- 1 book bag, 1 12 packs tainers of Clorox wipes, 1 of #2 pencils, 2 Pink erasers, 1 zippered binder, 2 bottle of white glue.

Write name on the fol- packs of wide ruled loose lowing items (will not be leaf paper, 1 pencil pouch to fit in binder, 1 pack of shared): 1 backpack, 2 single sub- whiteboard markers, 1 ject wide rule notebooks, whiteboard eraser, 3 boxes 1 plastic pocketed folder, 1 of Kleenex, 1 containers of Clorox wipes, 2 folders, 1 pair of gym shoes. science journal notebook (black and white composiFirst Grade Please put your child’s tion books), 2 glue sticks, name or initials on ev- 1 pack of markers, 1 24 erything. 1 box crayons pack of crayons. (count doesn’t matter), 1 Fifth Grade pack washable markers (count doesn’t matter), 20 1 backpack, 2 12 packs of #2 pencils, 1 pack erasers #2 pencils (to be shared), (for top of pencils), 2 Pink 1 pack of thin Expo markerasers, 2 pocket folders ers, 1 Expo eraser, 1 Pink eraser, 1 pack of wide ruled loose leaf notePlumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. book paper 1002 E. 12th • Lamar, MO 64759 (to be put in a box for all 417-682-5727

August 18-20, employee planning-no school for students; August 21, first day of school; September 1, Labor Day-no school; September 8, employee planning-no school for students; October 6, employee planning-no school for students; October 23, parent teacher conferences-dismiss at 12:05 p.m.; October 24, no school; November 3, employee planning-no school for students; November 2628, Thanksgiving breakno school; December 1, New Employees employee planning-no school for students; December 19, early dismissal New employees at Broat 12:05 p.m.; December naugh R-8 are: Deanna 22-January 1, Christmas Gossett, sixth grade; and break-no school; January Emily Knapp, social stud-

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paper folder with pockets, book cover, 1 box of tissues.

Math: Pencils, notebook paper, 2 inch 3-ring binder, TI-30XA Texas Instruments calculator.

Physical Education: Gym shorts, t-shirt, tennis shoes, towel.

Reading: Pencil, pen, loose leaf paper, 1 inch

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1/2 inch 3-ring binder.

Seventh Grade F.A.C.S.: Students will purchase a sewing kit ($6-$7), sewing equipment (scissors, pin cushion, pins, etc.), pen/pencil and notebook paper.

Seventh & Eighth Grade Keyboarding: 1 inch-2 inch 3-ring binder.

Seventh & Eighth Grade General Music: Pen or pencil, paper.

students to use as needed), 1 binder that zips shut (like a trapper keeper), dividers for binder (comm. arts, math, science, social studies), 1 thumb drive (flash drive), stick deodorant (no body sprays), 3 containers of Clorox wipes, 3 boxes of Kleenex.

Sixth Grade 1 pack of hole reinforcers, 2 1˝ and 1 2˝ three ring binders (plain-clear paper pocket on the outside), 3 spiral notebooks – wide lined, 3 packs of dividers, 3 packs of lined notebook paper – wide ruled, 1 pair of scissors, red and blue pens, pencils, 1 bottle of glue, 4 sticks of glue, 2 braded folders, 3 pocket folders, 2 bottles of GermX, 2 boxes of Kleenex, 1 3 pack of Clorox wipes, dry erase markers, colored pencils/markers, index cards (3x5), 1 big eraser, 1 flash drive, 2 stick deodorants (no sprays), 1 backpack.

Seventh & Eighth Grade Intermediate Band: Students are expected to have an instrument in working condition. Cost for this course includes: band method book ($7-$10), reeds (if applicable), instrument rental or maintenance.

Seventh & Eighth Grade Problem Solving: 2 inch 3-ring binder, 4 dividers, pencils and paper.

Seventh-12 Grade English I/II/III 2 packs of pencils (to be turned in to teacher), 1 pack of lined paper (to be turned in to teacher), 1 binder (exclusively for English work, with paper and writing utensils), 1 box Kleenex.

Seventh-12 Grade English 101/102 Appropriate materials to take/keep and study notes, appropriate materials to write/edit, and finalize essays, 1 flash drive.

Seventh-12 Grade Math Classes Composition notebook, graphing paper, pencils, loose-leaf notebook paper, basic scientific calculator (TI-30XIIS – if able).

Seventh-12 Grade Science Classes 1 composition book with lines, 2 glue sticks.

Seventh-12 Grade PhysiAll Seventh-12 Grade cal Education Classes Students - Sponsors 1 bottle of hand sani- Gym shoes, shorts, tizer, 3 boxes of Kleenex, socks, t-shirt.

2 containers of Clorox Seventh-12 Grade Art wipes.

Classes 1 12 pack of pencils.

All Seventh-Eighth Grade Students 1 pair of earbuds or Seventh-12 Grade Band Classes headphones for laptops/ netbooks, 1 4 GB flash 1 1˝ binder, 20 page protectors, 1 pack of tabs, 1 12 drive. pack of pencils.

Seventh-Eighth Grade The back to school supEnglish 2 12 packs of pencils (to ply list is meant as a list be turned in to teacher), of supplies needed to begin 1 pack of lined paper (to the school year, not to last be turned in to teacher), through the school year.

1 binder (exclusively for Please monitor your child’s English work, with pa- supplies and maintain necper and writing utensils), essary supplies throughout 1 container disinfectant the year. Thank you. wipes.

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ary 2, Christmas break, no school; January 5, first day of second semester; January 19, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, professional development, no school; February 16, no school; March 6, end of third quarter; March 12, parent teacher conferences from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., no school; March 13, no school; March 23, no school; April 3, Easter break, no school; April 6, Easter break, no school; May 10, high school graduation; May 14, last day of school; May 15, professional development.

Possible make up days: February 16, March 23.

August 8, new teacher orientation; August 11, professional development; August 12, professional development; August 13, professional development; August 14, professional development; August 15, professional development; August 18, professional development; August 19, professional development; August 20, first day of school; September 1, Labor Day, no school; September 22, professional development, no school; October 17, end of first quarter; October 23, parent teacher conferences from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., no school; October 24, New Employees & no school; November 2628, Thanksgiving break, Position Changes no school; December 19, end of second quarter full New employees at day; December 22-Janu- Lockwood R-1 are: Joey Graves, elementary prin-

Enrollment New students moving in to the Jasper School District enrolling in kindergarten through sixth grade can begin enrolling the first Monday in August (August 4th) between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Returning students will be automatically enrolled.

Enrollment for Jasper Junior High will be August 7. Eighth grade, 12-1 p.m.; seventh grade “Survival Camp”, 1:30-3 p.m.; and seventh grade enrollment: 3-4 p.m. Enrollment times on August 8 will be: 12th grade, 9 a.m.; 11th grade, 10 a.m.; 10th grade, 11 a.m.; ninth grade “Survival Camp”, 12:30-2:30 p.m.; ninth grade enrollment, 2:303:30 p.m.

Calendar August 11, new teachers only; August 12-14, teacher contract days; August 19, first day of school; August 22, Lamar Fair, no school; September 1, Labor Day, no school; September 15, teacher contract day, no school; September 19, mid-quarter; October 13, teacher contract day, no school; October 17, end of first quarter; October 23, start of second quarter; October 27, parent/teacher conferences from 1-7 p.m., no school; November 17, teacher contract day, no school; November 21, mid-quarter; November 26-28, Thanksgiving vacation, no school; December 19, end of second quarter; December 22-31, Christmas vacation, no school; January 1-2, New Year’s Day, no school; January 5, school resumes; January 19, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, no school; January 26, teacher contract day, no school; February 2, no school; February 6, mid-quarter; February 16, President’s Day, no school; February 23, teacher contract day, no school; March 6, end

of third quarter; March 9, parent/teacher conferences from 1-7 p.m., no school; March 10, start of fourth quarter; March 16-20, spring break, no school; April 3, Good Friday, no school; April 6, Easter, no school; April 10, Mid-Quarter; May 17, graduation; May 21, end of fourth quarter, end of second semester; May 22, teacher contract day; May 25, Memorial Day. Possible make up days: January 19 & 26; February 2, 16, 23; March 9, 16, 17; April 6; May 26-29.

Supply Lists Make checks for room supplies payable to Jasper Schools and include SSN or DOB. Room dues for each student are $5.

Make checks payable to Jasper PTA. Tennis shoes should be worn on P.E. days.

Kindergarten $15 for consumable classroom supplies (Please make checks separate from PTA room dues.), regular sized bath towel for rest time with your child’s name on it (Please do not bring a mat.), 1 school backpack (without rollers and large enough to put a regular folder in), 2 large boxes of tissues (200+ count), 1 set of headphones or ear buds for school use, 4 fine tip black Expo dry erase markers, 1 pkg. 50 sheet protectors, BOYS: 1 pack gallon sized Ziplock bags, GIRLS: 1 pack quart sized Ziplock bags.

First Grade $15 for consumable classroom supplies (Please make checks separate from PTA room dues.); 1 pkg Elmers glue sticks; 1 large box of tissues (200+ count); 25 pennies, 20 nickels, 10 dimes, 8 quarters & $1 dollar bill (for math); 1 school backpack (no rollers please); 1 set of headphones or ear buds.

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cipal; Kirsten Allison, vocational business; Luke McKinney, vocal and instrumental music; Jessica Rusher, high school math; Aaron Shockley , high school special education; Bonnie Dusseau, maintenance; and Elgin Raymond, maintenance.

The following employees will be changing positions at Lockwood R-1: Staci Bruner, director of technology and Jonathan Nash, middle school math.

Registration/ Meetings Registration/enrollment for high school students entering grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 will be held Wednesday, August 6, beginning at 8 a.m. for students who do not participate in a fall sport.

Second Grade $15 consumable classroom supplies (Please make checks separate from PTA room dues.), BOYS: 1 large box of tissues (200+ count), GIRLS: 1 container Clorox wipes, 1 school backpack (no rollers please), 2 regular black Expo dry erase markers, 1 set of headphones or ear buds, continuous supply of wooden or mechanical pencils.

Mrs. Roeber’s Class: 1 large box of tissues (200+ count) and $4 for consumable classroom supplies.

Third Grade $15 for consumable classroom supplies (Please make checks separate from PTA room dues.), 1 school backpack, 2 large boxes of tissues (200+ count), 2 regular black Expo dry erase markers, continuous supply of wooden or mechanical pencils, 1 set of headphones or ear buds, BOYS: 1 bottle of hand sanitizer, GIRLS: 1 package Clorox wipes.

Fourth Grade $15 for consumable classroom supplies (Please make checks separate from PTA room dues.), continuous supply of wooden or mechanical pencils, erasers, 1 set of headphones or ear buds, 2 large boxes of tissues (200+ count), 1 school back pack (no rollers please).

Fifth & Sixth Grades $15 for consumable classroom supplies (Please make checks separate from PTA room dues.), continuous supply of wooden or mechanical pencils and red ink pens, erasers, 1 set of headphones or ear buds, 1 school backpack, 2 large boxes of tissues (200+ count).

Mrs. Darrow’s Class: $15 consumable classroom supplies (Please make checks separate from PTA room dues.), 3 large boxes of tissues

Students participating in football may enroll after practice at 10:30 a.m. and students participating in volleyball may enroll at noon.

High School Students will receive an enrollment packet by mail the last week of July. ALL information should be completed and returned when the student comes in to register. If you do not receive a packet, please call 232-4513.

Students new to the elementary may register Thursday, August 7 and Friday, August 8, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Students new to the district should bring a copy of their current immunization records when they enroll.

There will be a mandatory athletic meeting for all high school student athletes and their parents

(200+ count), continuous supply of wooden pencils, 1 large Pink erasers, 1 set of headphones or ear buds, 1 12 oz bottle of hand sanitizer.

Junior High & High School Each class requires the following: First Block: Box of Kleenex, flash drive, pens and pencils, loose leaf paper, headphones/earbuds for testing.

Agriculture: Loose leaf paper, shop clothes.

American and World History: Colored pencils, 3-ring binder or pocket folder with brads, dividers.

Art: Pencils, 2 fine pt.

Sharpie markers, 2 white erasers, clay fee.

Music: Pencils, pocket folder, $10 (for t-shirt and concert wear).

Band: Instrument, $25 (will cover t-shirt and concert wear), all black shoes or $25 to order shoes.

Seventh & Eighth Grade English: Blue or black pens, 2 red 3-prong pocket folders (Beier),

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Kindergarten-Eighth Grade The students in kindergarten-sixth grade will not need to purchase separate school supplies for the 2014-15 school year. In order to save parents time and money, the school will purchase the needed supplies in bulk.

Parents will pay an estimated $30 per child to cover the cost of the supplies. We will have a final price in August, but it will not be over the $30. This price will include all the needed supplies except for a backpack. Students in grades seven and eight will purchase supplies for each class. If you have any questions or concerns,

Middle School Art: 1 regular size piece of poster board; 1 pkg. of Bic, Mark It or Sharpie permanent markers; and 1 pkg. of #2 pencils.

Social Studies: 1 3-ring binder with loose leaf paper or a 2 subject notebook, blue or black pens, pencils.

Communications Arts: 1 2˝ 3-ring binder, 6 dividers for the binder, 4 red pens, 4 black or blue pens, pencils, 1 box of Kleenex.

Math: 1 2˝ 3-ring binder, loose leaf notebook paper, 2 dry erase markers.

Science: 1 pkg. (20) #2 wood pencils, 3 large poster boards any color, 1-1.5˝ view binder (eighth grade should be red and seventh grade black), loose leaf paper 500 count, 1 cardboard tri-fold.

pencils, 2 boxes Kleenex, headphones to leave in classroom (Beier), Seventh & Eighth Grade Literature: 2 blue 3-prong pocket folders (Beier), pencils, black or blue pens, loose leaf paper (Goodwin), 2 boxes Kleenex, 1 bottle of Germ-X (Goodwin), planner or agenda (Goodwin), headphones to leave in classroom (Beier).

English 1 & 2: 3-ring binder, pencils, pens (blue, black, red, green), red folder with brads, flash drive, 1 box of Kleenex, 1 bottle GermX, planner or agenda.

English III/Research Writing/Upper Level Literature: 3 pocket folders with brads, 1 portfolio with 1-5 pockets, loose leaf paper, pens (red, blue, black), 200 or more 3x5 note cards, flash drive.

FACS: Straight pins, scissors, $10-$20 for projects.

Culinary Arts: $7.50 for a Wilton cake decorating set Geography: World atlas and US atlas, colored pencils.

Seventh & Eighth Grade Social Studies: Colored pencils, 3-ring binder or pocket folder with brads, dividers.

Junior High & High School Math: 3-ring binder w/dividers 1˝ or larger, continuous supply of loose leaf paper, erasers, pencils, colored pen for grading (not black/ blue).

Physical Education: Clothing for dressing out separate from what is worn to school, t-shirt, shorts or sweat pants, socks, gym shoes, towel for showers.

Psychology: Notebook.

Resource Room: Kleenex, loose leaf paper, pencils and erasers.

Science: All classes require a 3-ring binder (1˝ or bigger).

Eighth Grade Science: 1˝ binder with 8 tabbed dividers.

Ninth Grade Science: Calculator, 1˝ binder with 8 tabbed dividers.

Chemistry and Physics: Scientific calculator.

Spanish: 3-ring binder or pocket folder with brads.

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Area 4-H'ers compete at Ozark Empire Fair Southwest Regional 4-H families had an exciting day July 28, at the Ozark Empire Fair. 4-H Youth County Achievement Day winners converged on the OEF fairgrounds to participate in a regional competition for public speaking, fashion revue, personal development, demonstrations and member judging activities. The youth, as well as their families, also enjoyed several events at the fair and participated in the evening parade held on the fairgrounds.

Barton County 4-H members received outstanding recognition in various areas. Fashion Revue, Annabell Crabtree, Jr. Division, gold; Public Speaking, Aidan Reed, Jr. Interpretation, first place, gold, Lane Wilson, first, Intermediate In-

terpretation, gold, Matthew Morgan, first place, Inter. Prepared Speech, gold; 4-H Creed, Kaitlyn Davis, first place, gold, Mason Brown, second place, gold, Connor Brown, second place, gold; Technology Assisted, Lexi Phipps, third place, gold, technology assisted; Personal Development, Ryan Davis, first place, Jr. Division, gold.

Demonstrations, Animal Science, Jr. Division, Elise James, second place, gold, Theo Crabtree, gold, Clarise James, gold; Leisure Education, Mycah Reed, second place, gold; Home Economics, Cora James, silver.

Team Demonstra-

Barton County to be Purple Heart county

LAMAR-By a resolution adopted by the Barton County Commission, July 28, Barton County will become a Purple Heart county. Such designation had been requested by the Department of the Military Order of the Purple Heart of Missouri. Among the services offered by the order is assistance with veterans’ claims. Missouri chapters are located in Fenton, Kansas City, Springfield, Joplin, Columbia, Forsyth, and Fort Leonard Wood. John Dismer, state adjutant for the order, will present a plaque acknowledging Barton County as a Purple Heart county when the commission meets on August 11.

Also at the July 28 meeting, the commission opened bids for a new computer server for the courthouse.

The contract was awarded to APPS By Design, the lowest of four bidders at $5,882. Installation will be August 22.

Bids will be opened, August 25, for construction of a replacement bridge on Southwest 90th Road. It will be the 17th bridge replacement in the county since the Bridge Replacement Off Road System (BRO) began several years ago. Under the BRO program, 80 percent of the cost of a new bridge is paid by the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) with 20 percent coming from county funds. Anderson Engineering of Carthage is the consulting engineer for the project.

Ogden presents check

tion, Mechanical Science, Shiloh Robotics Team, first place, gold, Connor Trout, Noah Endicott, Caleb Moreno, Kaden Johnson, A.J. Banwart and Trey Bright. Member judging classes - Foods, Jr. Division, Clarise James, Ryan Davis, first place tie, gold, Kailtyn Davis, silver,

Lexi Phipps, silver, Cora James, silver; Swine, Jr. Division, Connor Brown, second place, gold, Mason Brown, third place, gold, Sr. Division Tony Morgan, first place, gold, Mycah Reed, Poultry, second place, silver; Beef, Elise James, silver.

A special thanks is extended

to Matt Davidson/State Farm Insurance in Lamar for providing funding for tickets for the youth to enter the fair and attend the event and Ozark Empire Fair for the facilities and all the MU Extension, 4-H volunteers and parents for making this a very special day.

Angus Foundation Scholarships awarded

These junior members received a $1000 scholarship at the 2014 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 11 in Indianapolis, Ind. Pictured front row from left are Milford Jenkins, Angus Foundation president; Aliesha Dethlefs, North Platte, Neb.; Madison Butler, Vincennes, Ind.; Katelyn Corsentino, Denham Springs, La.; Chelsey Figge, Onaga, Kan.; Cheyenne Jones, Franklinton, La.; Hannah Moyer, Lamar, Mo.; Sydney Thummel, Sheridan, Mo., receiving the award on Chase Thummel's behalf; Colleen Jones, Kinston, N.C.; Courtney Younge, Ventura, Iowa; Cameron Ward, Plattsburg, Mo. and Scott Foster, Angus Foundation chairman. Pictured back row from left are Morgan Alexander, Berryville, Va.; Kyle Livingston, Dover, Pa.; Jacob Heimsoth, Cameron, Mo.; Connor Orrock, Woodford, Va.; Michelle Keyes, Springfield, Neb. and Sheldon Burks, Park City, Ky. Since 1998, the Angus Foundation has awarded more than $2.1 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships to Angus youth. Not pictured are Eric Blythe, White City, Kan.; Robert Dolson, Hico, Texas; Randy Frye, Three Forks, Mont.; Tara Gray-Leytham, Toledo, Iowa; Tanner Hash, Archer City, Texas; Stephanie Lastovica, Salado, Texas; Ruby Monn, Shippensburg, Pa.; Miles Pearson, Scott City, Kan.; Jared Radcliffe, Weston, Wis.; John Rosman, Creston, Wash.; Renae Tokach, St. Anthony, N.D.; Emily Velisek, Gaithersburg, Md.; Julie Williams, Idalou, Texas; and Shannon Yokley, Jefferson City, Mo. Photo by Carrie Horsley, American Angus Association.

Moyer on second place sales team

Brandon Ogden (left) presents a check for $500 to Lamar Parks and Recreation Director Marsha Doyle. The money was from fireworks sales at the tent located on the Cash Saver parking lot.

Also seen assisting is Kevin Curtis, manager of Cash Saver in Lamar. The money will be used to scholarship youth recreational activities.

Con-way Truckload donates $3050 to Area Agency on Aging’s nutrition program

JOPLIN-The Area Agency on Aging Region X recently accepted a $3050 donation from Con-way Truckload to help support its nutrition program for seniors in Jasper, Newton, Barton and McDonald counties.

The AAAX nutrition program currently delivers approximately 17,200 meals to homebound seniors and 8400 congregate meals per month in Jasper, Newton, Barton and McDonald counties.

The agency operates seven senior centers in its service area, along with family caregiver and ombudsman services, Medicare and benefits counseling, and information and assistance programs.

“We are very fortunate to have such a generous, caring community partner as Con-way Truckload," said Stan Heater, Area Agency on Aging's Executive Director. "This donation will help us to provide nutritious meals to seniors that can’t provide for themselves."

For more information or to make a donation call 417-781-7562.

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These Missouri junior members won second place in the senior division of team sales at the 2014 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 11 in Indianapolis, Ind. Pictured from left are Hannah Moyer, Lamar; Cooper Sadowsky, Eagleville; Brittany Eagleburger, Buffalo and Chris Kahlenbeck, Union. Photo by American Angus Association.

These Missouri junior members won first place in the senior division of the quiz bowl at the 2014 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 11 in Indianapolis, Ind. Pictured from left are Elizabeth Otte, Saint Mary; Hannah Moyer, Lamar; Brittany Eagleburger, Buffalo; and Chris Kahlenbeck, Union.

Photo by American Angus Association.

Moyer on first place quiz bowl team

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Goulds to be in concert in Golden City

The Goulds are coming to Golden City. Known as a talented family with rich family harmony and smooth, easy vocals, the Goulds will be in concert with a wonderful music filled event on Friday, Aug. 15, at the First Christian Church, 901

Golden Ave. The Goulds have appeared on the main stage of the National Quartet Convention, as well as multiple appearances at Silver Dollar City in Branson.

The Goulds have shared the stage with many of to-

day's leading gospel artists, including The Isaacs, Triumphant Quartet, The Kingsmen, The Lesters, The Mark Trammell Quartet, The Blackwood Brothers and others. The Goulds are a member of the UIA Radio Group and their music is played

Liberal class of 1969 gathers

Photo courtesy of Judi Fast Those present in the photo in the front row are, left to right, Janet (McKay) Vahle, Corkie (Walker) Abts, Judy (Banwart) Miller and Bonnie (Smith) Brous. Back row, left to right, Willard Ison, Mark Bolton, Mike Fast, Randy Hardy and John Lacey.

The 1969 graduating class of Liberal High School met at the Kneeland Center in Liberal on Saturday, July 19, for their 45th class reunion. A social hour was held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., with a

catered chicken dinner from Gebhardt’s at 7:30 p.m. Desserts were also furnished by some of the wives.

Nine members of the class were in attendance, but they enjoyed remi-

niscing about the past and also telling stories of times past. Those attending encourage all 1969 class members to try to schedule their summer for the 50th reunion in July of 2019.

10th Street Community Farmers’ Market Salsa Showdown winners

The 10th Street Community Farmers' Market held a Salsa Showdown Saturday, July 26. The winners were, left to right, Glenda Epple, first place and Nancy Johnson, second.

10th Street Community Farmers' Market holds gladiola contest Willis Strong won the gladiola contest that was held at the 10th Street Community Farmers' Market on July 19.

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on gospel music radio stations all across the country. Their unique style and abilities make for a great time of music

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Lay aside every weight

By PASTOR JACK SLADE Cornerstone Baptist Church

In any competitive race, the runners usually wear light uniforms and lightweight shoes, designed to take advantage of aerodynamics and thus quicken their pace. They also endure strenuous physical training to help them reach their maximum potential and their goal of finishing, or better yet, winning the races set before them. But can you imagine a worldclass runner competing in a race with weights attached to the wrists and ankles? It would be safe to say that he wouldn't have a chance at winning; in fact, he probably wouldn't even finish the race.

1 Corinthians 9:24 says, "Do you not know

that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize." Consider your current circumstances.

Think of it as the race that is set before you. Imagine you're running hurdles in a track meet. Are you spiritually fit to run? Or is it depression, fear, anger, worry or doubts weighing you down? Rather than allow these to hinder you, why not view them as hurdles on the track. Start training by talking to God about everything, especially those things that hold you back. Then trust Him to help you over each one.

With God's help you can overcome your greatest obstacles as you push towards the finish line of your own circumstance.

Lay aside every weight and run to win!

Take back your life: Psalms121:1-3 says, “I

God told me to tell you...

By JASON SPENCE

This week I want to tell you about a trap that Christians and other religious people fall into, it is the trap of legalism.

I had a heated discussion with a close relative this past weekend about “the rules in the Bible”.

“If you follow one, you must follow all of the commands of the scripture” she said forcefully.

I replied yes, but what about the one true commandment that Jesus gave to clarify all other commandments in the holy texts, to love one another that your joy may be full.

Friends I’d like to say that in this world, especially now there are so many people doing so many things that are just out right wrong, there is a temptation to look them straight in the eye and tell them how wrong they are. To tell them that their actions are pointing them directly to the flames and that nothing but depravity could have led them to be who they are doing what they are

doing. In doing so, the only person you benefit is yourself, but you also do harm.

First the benefit, when you unload your disappointment on this person you have claimed a sense of superiority, of divinity in your own right, you have scolded a lesser being, now the harm, you have entered into your own sin remember pride is deceitful. The pride you achieved by this act has allowed you to turn a blind eye to your own sin, namely you forgot to love.

You received a measure of joy from correcting these wrong actions but had you simply given this person your love and understanding and rather than tell them that they were wrong told them that you love them and you know that they are making bad choices because they need help. If you had done that your joy could have been full and the person you judged could have become the person you helped.

Today God told me to tell you that he loves you and everyone you will ever meet, and you should do the same.

will lift up my eyes to the mountain. My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth He will not allow your foot to slip." What encouragement can you find in this scripture for overcoming your obstacles?

Make a list of those obstacles that are weighing you down, such as depression, fear, anger, worry or doubt. God's promises for overcoming each one can be found in God's word.

Find all the scripture promises pertaining in this lesson. Depression: Psalm 47:3; Fear, 2 Timothy 1:7; Discouragement; Philippians 1:6; Worry; Isaiah 26:3; Doubt; Psalm 18:30; Confusion: Proverbs 3:3-6.

Now, look at the promises that you have listed.

Pray these and the promises listed above.

Additional readings: Zechariah 4:6b, John 8:32, 36, Revelations 12:11.

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RECORDS DEATHS & PAID MEMORIALS

DOROTHY THELMA CROSS SHELDON-A memorial service was held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada for Dorothy Thelma Cross, 92, Sheldon, who passed from this life on Sunday, July 27, 2014, in Nevada. Private interment will follow at a later date in the Olive Branch Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Olive Branch Cemetery, in care of the funeral home.

The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www.ferryfuneralhome.com.

Survivors include two nephews, Matthew Cross and wife Hollee, Sheldon, along with their children, Wyatt and Rachel and Ray Cross and wife Kim, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; cousins, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Thomas and Quincy; sister, Kathryn and sisterin-law, Margaret.

Mrs. Cross was born Dec. 17, 1921, near Durango, Colo., the second child of Thomas Ray and Edith (Maxwell) Cross.

She, along with her sister Kathryn, began first grade in Glendora, Calif., then from there the fam-

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ily relocated to Spokane, Wash., then moved once again, this time near Nine Mile Lake. In 1929 they left Washington, traveling toward the Cross homestead in Missouri. The route included a stop off in Durango to visit Dorothy’s maternal grandparents, aunts and uncles.

They remained in the Animas Valley for six weeks, helping with ranch work.

During that time Dorothy and Kathryn attended a rural school with their cousin, Edith Maxwell.

These six weeks were the only time the Cross children ever spent with their grandparents, never seeing them again.

After moving to the homestead near Sheldon, Dorothy and Kathryn attended the rural Bellamy School from second grade through the eighth grade, then graduated from Sheldon High School in 1940. They both worked on the family farm until Dorothy began teaching in 194445. She walked across the fields and pastures to her first rural teaching job – about two miles at a salary of $45 per month on an eight month term.

All of her college credits were earned during the summers. She graduated from Southwest Baptist (Junior) College at Bolivar in 1951. A few years later she graduated from Southwest Missouri State College in Springfield with a B.S. in Education.

She taught for 19 years in the rural schools of Vernon and Barton counties, then third grade in Jasper for five years and fourth grade in Lamar for five more. In 1974, she left the teaching profession and spent the next 10 years

caring for her aging parents and ill sister until their deaths.

Since 1984 she had helped her brother Tom on the farm, with the exception of a four month period which was spent helping care for an ill friend in Lamar, who was recovering from a broken hip and other medical issues. On May 18 of that same year, Dorothy began relearning to milk cows and feed hogs and chickens – Tom’s chores – while he had surgery.

She was a longtime member of the Olive Branch Baptist Church and also belonged to the Sheldon Baptist Church. She taught Sunday school for many years and also served on the Bellamy Community Center Board.

Special memories of Dorothy’s life include two very special trips. In the summer of 1984 her brother Quincy and his family took Dorothy and Tom back to Durango for the first time in 55 years.

And in 1985, Quincy’s wife Margaret took Dorothy to Houston, Texas, to visit her Uncle Frank and cousin Alberta Childress and their family. Dorothy never married and lived a life of independence, always taking care of herself, yet helping others any time she could.

MICHAEL EUGENE FANNING

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55, Lockwood, who died Monday, July 28, 2014.

Arrangements were under the direction of Lockwood Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be sent to www. greenfieldfuneralchapel. com.

Survivors include his parents, Delbert and Lena Fanning, Lamar; four sisters, Ima Jean Probert and husband Tom, Golden City, Kathy Fanning, Lamar, Becky Ritchey and husband Chuck, Lamar and Tonie Probert and husband Vic, Golden City; two nieces, Amanda Zuber, Golden City and Hannah Shaw and husband Travis, Bronaugh and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Delbert and Ora Fanning and Dewey and Roberta Patterson and a niece, Christy Liana Zuber.

Mr. Fanning was born Jan. 29, 1959, in Kansas City, Mo., to Delbert N. and Lena M. (Patterson) Fanning. He lived most of his life in Dade County.

He was a 1977 graduate of Lockwood High School. He worked in the fescue seed industry and was employed at Pennington Seed Company at the time of his death.

He loved to hunt, fish and garden.

HAROLD TROUT

GOLDEN CITY-No LOCKWOOD-Graveside services were held services are planned for at 4 p.m. Friday, in Pip- Harold Lee Trout, 86, penger Cemetery, for Michael Eugene Fanning, see DEATHS, page 4B

BARTON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER LUNCH MENU: August 11-15 MONDAY- Barbecued TUESDAYCubed and cheese, baked potato, wheat roll, cantaloup, cofpork sandwich, black steak with brown gravy or tomato juice, crackers, fee/tea/milk. eyed peas, buttered car- liver and onions, steamed rosy applesauce, coffee/ FRIDAY- Hot dog with rots, wheat bun, sliced rice, broccoli, wheat roll, tea/milk. chili and cheese on bun, peaches, coffee/tea/milk. apricots, coffee/tea/milk.

THURSDAY- Chicken baked beans, tater gems, WEDNESDAY- Chef tetrazzini, buttered corn, tomato juice, oatmeal salad with tomatoes, ham zucchini and tomatoes, cookie, coffee/tea/milk.

BIRTH

Beckett Lynn Storm

Preston and Morgan Storm, Carthage, announce the birth of a daughter, Beckett Lynn, born at 3:24 p.m. on July 25, 2014, at McCune Brooks Hospital in Car-

thage. She weighed eight pounds and 14 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Derek and Marsha Smyth, Carthage. Maternal great-grandparents are Phillip and Barbara Jack, Carthage and Jim and Sue Smyth, Carthage.

Paternal grandparents are Phillip and Andrea Storm, Lamar. Paternal great-grandparents are Lee and Fay Storm, Lamar and Lyle and Janice Clements, Jasper. Greatgreat-grandparents are Leota Ball, Carthage and the late Tom Ball.

Warranty Deed, filed July 17, 2014. Guy E. Sutherland and Brenda Sutherland, Jack L. Sutherland and Coline A. Sutherland, and Marianne S. Thompson and William P. Thompson of Barton County, Missouri, to Adam W. Wolf and Kati I. Wolf, Trustees of the Adam W. Wolf and Kati I. Wolf Joint Revocable Trust of Barton County, Missouri: A tract commencing at the southeast corner of the northeast quarter of the northwest quarter of section 24, township 32, range 32,

and running thence north 60 feet parallel with Wolf Street in Iantha, Missouri, thence west 170 feet, thence south 60 feet parallel with College Street, thence east 170 feet to the place of beginning in Barton County, Missouri.

General Warranty Deed, filed July 22, 2014.

Mark Conner and Lori Conner to Mary L. Carr and John Carr as joint tenants: Tract I: A tract commencing 272 feet west and 160 feet south of the northeast corner of block 6 of Parry's Addition to Lamar, Barton

County, Missouri, and running thence south 60 feet, thence west to the east line of Cherry Street, thence north along the said east line of Cherry Street 60 feet, thence east to the place of beginning.

Tract II: A tract commencing 272 feet west and 160 feet south of the northeast corner of block 6 of Parry's Addition to Lamar, Barton County, Missouri, and running thence south 60 feet, thence east 12 feet, thence north 60 feet, thence west 12 feet to the place of beginning.

PROPERTY TRANSFERS

JASPER SURVIVING SPOUSES WILL meet Wednesday, Aug. 13, 11:15 a.m., for lunch at the Barton County Senior Center in Lamar. Games will be played following lunch. Bring a school article for young students needing school supplies. Also bring a school picture, the first grade and senior picture. All widows and widowers are welcome to join.

GOLDEN CITY ELEMENTARY BACK to School Night will be held Thursday, Aug. 14, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., for students in kindergarten through sixth grade.

This will be a time for students to find their classrooms, meet their teachers, bring in P.E. shoes and school supply money and for parents to learn more about the Parent Portal of the Lumen program.

THE OWEN FAMILY REUNION WILL BE held Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Barton County Senior Center, 306 W. 11th St., Lamar. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m.

BARTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will hold a Tax Levy Hearing on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 7 p.m., at 1301 E. 12th St., Lamar.

MILFORD TOWNSHIP WILL HOLD A TAX Levy Hearing on Thursday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m., at 515 NE 88th Lane, Lamar.

THE UNION TOWNSHIP WILL HOLD ITS annual Tax Rate Hearing on Monday, Aug. 18, 7 p.m., at 501 NW 45th Lane.

THE 100TH ANNUAL FAST REUNION WILL be held Sunday, Aug. 10, at the Liberal City Park. Activities will begin at 11 a.m. A group picture will be taken at 12:15 p.m. and lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. Chicken will be provided, please bring sides and desserts. For more information contact Rachel Miller at 214-6626.

DIXIE ECHOES WILL BE IN CONCERT Sunday, Aug. 24, 10:30 a.m., at the Milford Christian Church, 758 East Hwy. C. The public is invited to attend.

THE LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1953 fair breakfast will be held Saturday, Aug. 23, 9 a.m., at Denny’s in Lamar.

FIBER ART GUILD WILL MEET MONDAY, Aug. 18, 8 a.m., for breakfast at Denny’s. Roll call will be a fair memory. The group will decorate the fair window between 9 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Bring items to be displayed. For information call Kathy at 682-5090.

NEWPORT TOWNSHIP WILL HOLD ITS Tax Levy Hearing on Monday, Aug. 11, 8 p.m., at 53 North Hwy. HH. For information call 682-2323.

BARTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will give immunizations every Wednesday, as well as Thursday, Aug. 7, 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, Aug. 14, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For information call 417-682-3363.

NATE IRWIN, THE DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE for the 4th District Congressional District, will speak at the Truman Birthplace on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.

A TIME OF REMEMBRANCE FOR DOROTHY Cross will be held Saturday, Aug. 9, 6 p.m., at the Bellamy Community Center, eight miles east of DD Hwy. There will be a potluck dinner. Bring stories for a scrapbook.

PRAIRIE STATE PARK WILL HOLD ITS Prairie Jubilee on Saturday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The park is located at 128 NW 150th Lane in Mindenmines. For information call 417-843-6711.

ANY ELEMENTARY STUDENTS NEW TO the Golden City School District for the 2014-15 school year are encouraged to bring their paperwork into the elementary office on August 7 and 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., to get enrolled. Parents will need to bring the child’s birth certificate, immunization record, proof of residence and Social Security card when enrolling. For information call 417-537-4272.

THE BETHEL CHURCH ANNUAL SERVICE and celebration will be held Sunday, Aug. 10. Everyone is welcome, even if they have never attended. Anyone that has should bring special readings or musical specials, as well as memories to share. The celebration will begin at 10 a.m. with Sunday school and 11 a.m. for the worship service. A potluck dinner will start at about 12:30 p.m. The afternoon service is at 2 p.m. Come join them. The church is located on 126 Hwy., 2 ½ miles west of the new interstate 49 (also known as state highway 71).

THE GOOD SAMARITAN IS AT AN emergency level of non-perishable foods. Donations of canned goods of corn, green beans, peas, tomatoes, beans of any kind, tuna, salmon, ham, canned meats of any kind and canned fruit are welcomed.

A TAX RATE HEARING WILL BE HELD Monday, Aug. 18, 7 p.m., at the Lamar Middle School Library, 202 W. 7th St. THE GOULDS WILL BE IN CONCERT AT the First Christian Church, 901 Golden Ave., Golden City, on Friday, Aug. 15, beginning at 7 p.m. For information call the church office at 417-537-4404 or visit the Gould’s website at www.gouldsmusic.com.

THE SWEARINGEN FAMILY REUNION will be held Sunday, Aug. 10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Lamar Senior Center, 11th and Walnut. Lunch will be potluck.

JERRY AND HELEN DALE WILL CELEBRATE their 60th wedding anniversary on August 7 and would appreciate cards. They can be sent to 780 Brook Forest, Nixa, MO 65714.

THE MAYFIELD FAMILY REUNION WILL be held Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Lamar City Park. A basket dinner will be held round 1 p.m. The family will also meet at the park on Saturday, Aug. 16, 6:30 p.m.

Bring snacks.

MASTER GARDENERS WILL HOLD A 10 week intensive horticulture course on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from August 26 to September 25. Times are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Lamar or 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Greenfield. The cost is $135 per person or $225 per see BRIEFS, page 4B

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couple. Registration is due by August 21. For information or to register call the Barton County Extension at 417-682-3579 or Dade County Extension, 417-637-2112.

THE 33RD ANNUAL THORCO-FCA LAMARWalk-Run will be held Saturday, Aug. 23, 7:30 a.m.

This event is held in conjunction with the Lamar Free Fair, with registration beginning at 6:30 a.m.

At the corner of 8th and Broadway. The race will begin there and finish at 9th and Broadway. Awards will be given in each division for first, second and third places. The first 100 entrants registered before the race begins will be guaranteed a shirt. For information contact Ann Landrum at 417-682-2254 or 417-682-8758.

THE 10TH STREET COMMUNITY FARMERS’ Market is open Wednesdays, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

THE 2014 LAMAR FREE FAIR DATES have been set for August 16-23.

Deaths, continued from page 3B Golden City, who died Sunday, July 27, 2014, at his home. The body will be cremated.

Arrangements are under the direction of Pugh Funeral Home.

Survivors include his wife, June Trout; his children, Mike and Sandy of Iowa and Patty of Wichita, Kan., and his stepchildren, Billy Trout, Atlanta, GA and Crystal of Briar Book; four sisters, Reba Dean Stone, St. Simon’s Island, GA, Patsy Bingman, Joplin, Rose Ann Moore, Lamar and Colleen Emery, Carthage. He also had several grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a daughter and a brother, Junior Trout.

Mr. Trout was born June 16, 1928, in Barton County, to Vern and Hazel Ford. He spent most of his life in the Golden City area. He was a truck driver, carpenter and lawn mower repair person.

He was a member of the Golden Eagles Club in Lamar and also the Lion’s Club in Lamar.

He married June Gann on Nov. 1, 1974, in Kansas City, Mo.

MOLLYE ANN GLASGOW LAMAR-A private committal will take place at a later date, at the convenience of the family, for Mollye Ann Glasgow, 72, Lamar, who died Thursday, July 31, 2014, at her home, surrounded by her family, after an extended illness.

Arrangements are under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Compassus or the Trula Cain Memorial Dog Park in Lamar.

The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www. konantzwarden.com.

Survivors include her husband, Gary Glasgow, of the home; a daughter, Kim Riegel and husband Ted, Lee’s Summit and two grandsons, Sterling and Logan Riegel.

Mrs. Glasgow was born March 18, 1942, in Duncan, Okla., to Oliver and Charolette (Box) Conn.

She was a 1960 graduate of Washington High School and attended Kansas University, where she met and married Gary Glasgow on June 2, 1962, in Danforth Chapel on the KU Campus.

They moved to Lamar in the mid 70’s and together they owned and operated The Night Prowlers, a provider of custom parts for classic cars and trucks.

Mrs. Glasgow always loved animals, especially dogs and horses. She was an accomplished Equestrian from an early age and was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed gardening and landscaping her yard.

AUDRIA DECKER RURAL LAMAR-A celebration of life was held at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 4, at Grace Place, northeast of Lamar, for Audria Donet Decker, 40, rural Lamar, who died early Thursday, July 31, 2014, at Freeman West Hospital, surrounded by her family. A private family graveside service will be held at Lake Cemetery.

Arrangements were under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home, Lamar.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family, to aid with medical and funeral expenses.

Condolences may be shared at www.danielfuneralhome.net.

Survivors include her husband, Richard Decker and son, Nathan Decker, both of the home; her parents, Don and Jan Johnson, Seagoville, Texas; her parents-in-law, Richard Sr. and Peggy Decker, Lamar; a brother, Don Johnson and wife Renee, Seagoville, Texas; a sister, JaDonna Hoover, Cassville; three nephews, three nieces, a sister-inlaw, Samantha Benson and husband Rick, Joplin, and a former brother-inlaw and special friend, Joe Hoover, Cassville.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Audrey and Ruby Johnson and Everett, II and Edieth Oakley and an uncle, Everett Oakley, III. Mrs. Decker was born June 27, 1974, in Dimmitt, Texas, to Don and Janina (Oakley) Johnson.

After graduating from high school she attended Dallas Baptist University.

She moved to Missouri and worked for Thorco Inudstries, where she met her husband. They were married Oct. 15, 1994, in Lamar, and have made their home and reared their son, Nathan, in Barton County.

Mrs. Decker was a devoted wife, mother and hospitable homemaker.

She was an avid reader and Bible scholar who enjoyed teaching Sunday school. She was an accomplished pianist and shared cross stitch and tatting projects with friends and family. She was an active member of Grace Place and a former member of Cornerstone Southern Baptist Church.

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LAMAR POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT The following calls were made during the month of July by the Lamar Police Department. * An off duty officer traveling across the Lamar square on July 1 witnessed a verbal confrontation and he notified other officers.

The other officers arrived and talked with all parties involved. The officers indicated that they smelled alcoholic beverages on a couple of the people who were involved. Arrested on charges of being a minor in possession of alcohol were Calob Eric Langford, 19, and Dayton Reyann Brown, 17, both of Lamar. In addition, due to information received during the investigation of this incident, Langford also received a summons for supplying an alcoholic beverage to a minor. Both subjects were transported to the Barton County Jail where they were processed and subsequently released. *A theft of a firework display was reported July 1 at the firework tent located on the parking lot of Cash Saver. * Stolen July 1 was a firework display valued at $170. A suspect was identified and an arrest was made. * Arrested on a charge of theft was Caleb Daniel Shaffer, 18, Golden City. At the time of his arrest some of the fireworks were recovered. Shaffer was transported to the Barton County Jail where he was processed and posted a bond and was released. * Contact was made July 2 with an individual on a motorcycle near the intersection of 11th and Broadway. The individual was stopped due to his having a revoked license. On contact the operator, Brian Eugene Carter, 34, Lamar, was found to be intoxicated. After taking some field sobriety tests Carter was placed under arrest and transported to the Barton County Jail where the testing was finished and he was processed, posted bond and was released. Carter also posted bond on the revocation charge and on a warrant that had been issued through the City of Carthage. Carter was then released. * Officers responded July 2 to the 1500 block of Mill St., on the report of a semi-truck that had hit a wire. On arrival it was determined that the wire was just pulled from its anchor on a residence. There was no further damage noted at this time. * A shopping cart was reported July 3 as being stolen from a garage in the 1100 block of Grand St. Value of the cart was set at $25 by the owner. A few days later the victim noticed his cart under a carport near his home and he took it back home with him. * A two vehicle traffic crash was investigated July 3 in the 500 block of Truman St. According to the parties involved, this crash happened while one of the vehicles was traveling down Truman. The other vehicle was backing from a driveway in the 500 block and the driver said that he did not see the other vehicle and he backed into it as it passed. There were no injuries at the time of this crash. * A bicycle was found

abandoned July 3 in the 300 block of E. 18th St. The bike is purple and white in color and can be claimed on its identification at the police station. * A vehicle was stopped July 4 in relation to a speeding violation in the area of 10th and Broadway. On contact the officer noticed that the driver was intoxicated.

After administering field sobriety tests the driver, David Nathaniel Grey, 19, Lamar, was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated, being a minor in possession of alcohol and having expired vehicle registration. Grey was transported to the Barton County Jail where he was processed on the charges and posted bond and was released to await a pending court date. * Officers were dispatched July 4 to the 1200 block of Walnut St. on an unknown problem report. After arriving and speaking with the parties present, an arrest was made. Arrested on a charge of domestic assault was Anthony Daniel Welch, 31, Lamar. Due to his intoxication level Welch was also placed on a 12 hour protective hold.

While being taken to the transport vehicle Welch head butted the vehicle’s hood, causing a dent in the hood of the car. He was additionally charged with tampering with a motor vehicle. Welch was transported to the Barton County Jail where he was processed and incarcerated. A warrant issued out of the Barton County Circuit Court was served the next day and carried with it a cash or surety bond of $10,000. * Officers were dispatched July 4 to the 100 block of W. 15h St. on the report of a domestic disturbance. After arriving and speaking with the parties involved a suspect was confronted and taken into custody on a charge of domestic assault. During his arrest the suspect, William Arillious Clemons, was also charged with assault on a police officer due to an incident involving a beer can and for resisting arrest. Clemons was transported to the Barton County Jail where he was processed, posted bond and was subsequently released to await a pending court date. * The Newton County Sheriff ’s Department notified Lamar on July 5 that they had contact with an individual, Jason Richard Stump, who had an active Lamar municipal warrant. The warrant was confirmed and Stump was arrested. Stump was released on bond to await a pending court date. * Officers were called July 5 to a residence in the 1300 block of Lexington St. As a result of this call a 31 year old male was transported to the Barton County Memorial Hospital for medical

clearance on a 96 hour committal. Once cleared medically, he was transported to New Beginnings in Nevada. * The burglary of a shed was reported July 5 in the 1700 block of Cherry St. It was later found that the person had not removed anything from the shed and the complainant did not wish to pursue the matter any further. * Officers were dispatched July 5 to the report of an assault that had taken place in the 1300 block of Broadway. Once everyone was interviewed about the assault an arrest was made. Arrested on an assault charge was Sean Patrick Bruce, 29, Lamar.

Bruce was taken to the Barton County Jail where he was processed, posted bond and was released. * A bike was reported stolen July 5 from a residence in the 600 block of W. 9th St. Through a follow-up investigation into the matter the bike was recovered in the 1200 block of Walnut St. The officer who found the bike returned it to its owner. The value of the bike was estimated as $25 by the victim. The victim refused to pursue charges for the theft. * An abandoned bike was located July 6 in the 900 block of Truman St. The bike is a Mango model and can be claimed on its identification at the police station. * Arrested July 6 on a Lamar City warrant issued on a charge of failure to appear was Johnathan Paul Plummer, 33, Joplin.

Plummer was processed, posted bond and was released to await a municipal court date. * The Dade County Sheriff ’s Department notified Barton County on July 7 that they were in contact with one Brittany Tierra Rima, 25, Lockwood, who had an active Lamar City warrant issued on a charge of failure to appear. The warrant

was confirmed and Rima was arrested. She subsequently posted bond and was released awaiting a municipal court date. * A forgery case was opened July 7 involving nine checks for a total loss of $857.92. The investigation will continue. * While on patrol on July 8, an officer noticed a vehicle that was weaving in its lane of traffic. After following and gaining further evidence the vehicle was stopped in the area of 15th and Gulf. After contact was made and field sobriety tests were given a DWI arrest was made. Arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated and for driving while license was under suspension/revocation was Tasha Renae Sawyers, 31, Lamar. Sawyers was transported to the Barton County Jail where she was processed, posted bond and was released to await a municipal court date. * A two vehicle accident was investigated July 9 at Murphy Oil by Walmart.

No one was injured in this accident and according to statements taken this accident occurred as a truck with a trailer was trying to navigate between the pumps. During one of his turns his vehicle struck the front of another vehicle, causing damage to the bumper area. * A shoplifting/theft was reported July 10

by Walmart. Stolen was $216.82 worth of merchandise. The investigation is continuing into this matter. * A property damage report was taken July 10 in the 1100 block of Hagny St. A vehicle had driven through a yard in the trailer park and had struck and destroyed a lawn chair. The driver then left the scene. No one was present in the yard when the incident happened, so there were no injuries reported.

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LEGALS Utility, continued from page 1A and would go to $27.82 in the second year. The sewer charge, which is based on water consumption, would increase to $30.35 the first year, and would go to $33.38 the second year. The current rates are $22.99 for water and $27.59 for sewer. The proposed new rates are fractionally greater than break even levels based on a monthly consumption of 5,000 gallons.

The committee considered three options to closing the annual loss before settling on the recommendation that will be given to the council.

Prior to its decision, the committee examined a survey of various cities’ monthly water and sewer rates based on a 5,000 gallon monthly usage. A sampling

showed Adrian $93.78 water and $20.00 sewer, Carterville $36.23 water and $34.00 sewer, Sarcoxie $20.44 water and $15.20 sewer, Stockton $26.60 water and $36.71 sewer, El Dorado Springs $17.75 water and $30.89 sewer, and Nevada $43.54 water and $34.56 sewer.

The proposal will be presented to the full council at its August 18 meeting, and a public hearing on the rate increase will be held at the council’s September 22 meeting. The September meeting is one week later than the normal council meeting time due to a confliction with the annual conference of the Missouri Municipal League, which several council members will be attending.

MGE, continued from page 1A when the commission decided MGE’s last general rate increase application in May, 2014. Residential customers would pay a surcharge of $0.42 a month under this latest request.

Applications to intervene and participate in this case must be filed no later than August 13, 2014, with the Secretary of the Missouri

Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 360, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102.

MGE provides natural gas service to approximately 507,500 customers in western Missouri including the communities of Lamar, Lamar Heights, Golden City, Lockwood, Sheldon, Jasper, El Dorado Springs, and Stockton.

Income, continued from page 1A Sheldon $28,125, Greenfield $22,336, South Greenfield $19,000, Schell City $20.500, Stockton $25,353, Bronaugh $26,786, Moundville $25,625, Milo $23,125, Metz $9,063, and Nevada $25,774. It comes as somewhat of a surprise that the household income for Metz is the lowest of any community in the state of Missouri.

However, in all fairness to Metz, that community claims a far greater median household income as of 2012. Its website indicates its household income has improved to $29,922.

A few other figures from across the state show Springfield had $29,563, Kansas City $37,198, and St. Louis City $27,156. A pattern may seem to be developing. Population centers with good paying jobs tend to see their higher salaried employees moving to the sub-

urbs. This will become much more apparent with the following figures.

The highest median household income coming from the 2000 census was in Huntleigh, a small community of only 323 residents in the Greater St. Louis area. Its median income was $200,001.

Second highest was also in suburban St. Louis at County Life Acres with 81 residents and a median income of $193,271.

Third was Baker, a tiny rural community in Stoddard County where the bootheel begins. It is so small that no population is listed on the official Missouri Highway Map, but its median household income is $177,361.

Fourth is Clarkson Valley in suburban St. Louis with $153,933. Fifth is another St. Louis suburb, Ladue, with a population of 8,645 and a median income of $141,720.

Turning to the lowest

annual median income, when discounting Metz, that dubious honor, based on MERIC’s figures, goes to Hartwell, just west of Clinton in Henry County, with a median income of $9,375. Second lowest was Howardville, population 342 and just west of New Madrid in the county of the same name.

Its median income was $9,671. Third lowest was Kinlock, population 449, and oddly enough, located in the greater St. Louis area with median income of $10,156.

This story is by no means a recommendation for redistribution of wealth. It is simply a report on the findings coming from the research division of the Missouri Department of Economic Development.

It is accompanied with our sympathies for overlooking Golden City and our congratulations to the town of Metz for its economic improvement.

LEGALS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of NELLIE KALM, Deceased. Estate No. 14B4-PR00041 NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTED To all persons interested in the estate of NELLIE KALM, decedent: On the 1st day of July, 2014, RAYMOND KALM, SR., was appointed the Personal Representative of the estate of NELLIE KALM, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri.

The business address of Raymond Kalm, Sr. is 2503 Birch Road, Garland, Kansas 66711, and the attorney is Bryan C. Breckenridge, whose address and telephone number are 108 West Walnut, Nevada, Missouri 64772, 417-667-5076.

All creditors of the decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the Personal Representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed

or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.444, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death was April 21, 2014.

Date of first publication is July 16, 2014.

Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that he necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be S-Charles D. Curless determined from the files 7-16,23,30,8-6-4tc and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the TRUSTEE’S SALE Circuit Court in and for the IN RE: Christopher County and State aforesaid. K. Shaw and Sigred R. Shaw, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Christopher K. Shaw and Sigred R. Shaw, Husband and Wife dated August 22, 2003 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Barton County, Missouri in Book 494, Page 561 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 4:55 PM), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of Lamar, County of Barton, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real

estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Barton County, State of Missouri, to wit: A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION SIXTEEN (16), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-ONE (31), RANGE TWENTYNINE (29), BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, FURTHER DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 16, THENCE N 90 DEGREES W ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 332.38 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 54’ 45” E A DISTANCE OF 393.32 FEET, THENCE S 90 DEGREES E A DISTANCE OF 332.38 FEET, THENCE

N 00 DEGREES 54’ 24” W ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 393.32 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, SUBJECT TO COUNTY ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAYS AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD.[EXCEPT ANY PART NOW IN OR USED FOR STREET, ROAD OR HIGHWAY]. to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 161183.081314.327875 FC NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt

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Legals, continued from page 5B collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE 28TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge or Division: JAMES R BICKEL In the Interest of: ZMS BRANDI MCINROY, Juvenile Officer, Plaintiff vs.

FELICIA SHEPHERD, Mother and RICHARD PORTER, II, Father, Defendants Notice Upon Order for Service by Publication Termination of Parental Rights The State of Missouri to defendant, Felicia Shepherd, mother, of the above-named juvenile.

You are notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Barton County, State of Missouri, at LAMAR, the object and general nature of which is the termination of your parental rights in and to the above-named juvenile.

You are further notified, pursuant to Section 211.462.2 RSMo, of your right to have counsel, and if you request council and are financially unable to employ counsel, counsel shall be appointed by the Court.

The names of all the parties to said action are stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the plaintiff is Brandi McElroy, Juvenile Office, 100 W. Cherry, Ste. 9, Nevada, MO 64772.

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within forty-five (45) days after 8-13-14, judgment by default will be rendered against you.

Witness my hand and seal of the Circuit Court at 1:30 p.m. on 7-15-14. s-Karen Hines, Clerk 7-23,30,8-6,13-4tc TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Walter Dennis Watson, a single man single man Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed

by Walter Dennis Watson, a single man single man dated September 20, 2002 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Barton County, Missouri in Book 478, Page 644 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 4:55 PM), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of Lamar, County of Barton, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Barton County, State of Missouri, to wit: ALL OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION TWELVE

(12), TOWNSHIP THIRTY (30), RANGE THIRTY-THREE (33),[IN BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI] SUBJECT TO ANY EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS AND RIGHT OF WAYS OF RECORD. [THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN BRACKETS HAS BEEN ADDED TO MORE ACCURATELY REFLECT THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION] to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 157445.081314.327186 FC NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

7-23,30,8-6,13-4tc ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Consolidated Public Water Supply District No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO, P.O. Box 586, 1009 East 11th Street, Lamar, MO 64759.

Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of: Verdella Area Water Distribution System Improvements will be received by C.P.W.S.D. No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO, at the office of C.P.W.S.D. No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO, P.O. Box 586, 1009 East 11th Street, Lamar, MO 64759 until 10:30 AM local time on August 26, 2014, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.

The CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be examined at the following locations: Bartlett & West, Inc., 1719 Southridge Drive, Suite 100, Jefferson City, MO 65109 and Office of C.P.W.S.D. No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO. Copies of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the office of Bartlett & West, Inc., 1719 Southridge Drive, Suite 100, Jefferson City, MO 65109 upon payment of $150.00 for each set.

Any BIDDER or non bidder, upon returning the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS fifteen (15) days after the date of bid opening and in good condition, will be refunded $75.00.

Bidders on this work will be required to comply with the President’s Executive Order Number 11246.

Requirements for bidders and contractors under this order are explained in the specifications.

Bartlett & West, Inc. 1719 Southridge Drive, Suite 100 Jefferson City, MO 65109 Phone: (573) 634-3181 Fax: (573) 634-7904

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Consolidated Public Water Supply District No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO P.O. Box 586, 1009 East 11th Street Lamar, MO 64759 Phone: (417) 682-3401 Fax: (417) 682-3038 7-23,30,8-6,13-4tc The Barton County Ambulance District will have a Tax Levy Hearing on August 12, 2014, at 7:30 p.m., at 1100 Cherry Street, Lamar, Mo. 7-30,8-6-2tc IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of SHARON K. GARFIELD, DECEASED, ESTATE NO. 14B4-PR00014 NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTED To all persons interested in the Estate of SHARON K. GARFIELD, On March 12, 2014, MARK GARFIELD was appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of SHARON K. GARFIELD, deceased, by the Probate Division of Barton County, Missouri.

The business address of the Personal Representative is 1204 E. 12th Street, Lamar, Missouri 64759 and the personal representative’s attorney is JAMES V. NICHOLS, 206 WEST 10TH STREET, LAMAR, MISSOURI of NICHOLS & NICHOLS. All creditors of the decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limtation periods. Nothing in section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death was March 5, 2014.

Date of first publication is August 6, 2014. s-Charles D. Curless, Judge 8-6,13,20,27-4tc IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of: G.G.M. dob: 2010 A female minor child under

the age of 17, Case No. 14B4-PR00046.

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO: BAYLEIGH GWEN MASTERSON and BOBBY MASTERS: You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, General Division, the object and general nature of which is guardianship of above minor child.

The names of all parties to said action are stated in the above caption thereof, and the name and address of the attorney is: Belinda S. Elliston, 114 West 10th Street, Lamar, MO 64759.

You are further notified that unless you file an answer to the pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petition

within forty-five (45) days after August 6, 2014, judgment by default will be rendered against you.

WITNESSTH my hand and the seal of the Court on July 29, 2014. s-JANET B. MAUPIN, Circuit Clerk 8-6,13,20,27-4tc

Milford Township tax levy meeting will be held Thursday, Aug. 14, at 7 p.m., at 515 NE 88th Lane.

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Barton County Health Department will hold a Tax Levy Hearing Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 7:00 pm at 1301 East 12th Union Township will hold Street, Lamar, MO. its annual Tax Rate 8-6-1tc Hearing on Monday, Aug. 18, at 7 p.m., at 501 NW Request for Recycling Grant Proposals 45th Lane.

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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS Legals, continued from page 6B The Region M Solid Waste District (Region M) through the Missouri Department of Natural Resources announces a grant opportunity for waste reduction and recycling projects of local governments, businesses, non-profits, and other entities. The Region M Grant Program supports efforts to reduce the volume of solid waste entering landfills. To be considered

for a grant, a preliminary application must be received no later than 3:00pm Friday, September 5, 2014. Final applications will be received no later than 3:00pm Friday, October 17, 2014. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact Region M staff prior to submitting a final application.

For more information contact: Region M Solid Waste Management District

CLASSIFIEDS Special Notices

Services Offered

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Sunday, 5 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall, 1104 Broadway. All meetings are nonsmoking.

Appliance Repair. Appliance parts. Miller’s Country Corner. 417884-2684.

Employment

Drivers, 60,000+, CDLA, $2500 sign on, 1 month exp., Same Day Pay! Free Health Ins, No CDL? We have Free training! www.trailiner.

Carpenter Wanted to com. 800-769-3993. remodel small restaurant building (former Team Drivers, 130,000 Sweet’s BBQ, 1607 Gulf, per year, 2014 & 2015 Lamar) into small rental trk, home weekly, same home. Will trade rent for day pay, free health ins. labor or share the invest- 5000.00 sign on bonus ment on sale of the re- pays out in 4 months, modeled property. 417- leases and lease purchases available. Detail 355-3989. call 800-769-3993, on The personal belong- line app www.trailiner. ings of Carla Willough- com. by at 700 West 8th Street, Apartment 01F will be Drivers, Solo, 3 or 6 day disposed of on August runs, $44cents per mi, 17, 2014 if not claimed. Free Health Ins. Same Day Pay. 800-769-3993 Narcotics Anonymous Meetings - Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., 1104 Broadway, Memorial Hall Basement.

800 E. Pennell St. Carl Junction, MO 64834 0:417.649.6400 F:417.649.6409 tlit@hstcc.org 8-6-1tc

DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN L. BREWER, Deceased: Case No. 13B4-PR00074.

You are hereby notified IN THE CIRCUIT that the undersigned COURT OF BARTON Personal Representative will COUNTY, MISSOURI file a Final Settlement and PROBATE DIVISION Petition for determination IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN of the persons who are the L. BREWER, DECEASED, successors in interest to Estate No.13B4-PR00074 the personal/real property NOTICE OF FILING of the decedent and of the OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR

for Details, on line app mit completed agency www.trailiner.com. applications/resume to Economic Security CorDrivers: Join our grow- poration by August 15, ing fleet! Standard 2014. Attn: Job No. BDTransportation Servic- L7-01 at 302 S. Joplin es gets you home week- St.; Or mail to PO Box ly! Truck w/microwave 207, Joplin, MO 64802& fridge. Paid Health 0207; or email to rhopIns, Vacation, Holidays per@escswa.org. Appli& more! CDL-A w/2 yrs cations available online experience. 1-888-992- at www.escswa.org or at 4038, ext. 105.

302 S. Joplin St. EOE. Bus Driver needed for Head Start center in Lamar. Transport children (ages 3, 4 and 5) and parents to and from Head Start center, medical/ dental appointments, and other locations involved in the Head Start program. Starting pay for this full-time position (30 hrs/wk) is $9.48 per hour. Must have or be able to obtain Class “C” CDLMust be at least 23 years of age, have good driving record, meet Missouri automobile liability minimum requirements and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. To apply, sub-

Teacher Aides: Want to work in a nurturing environment as part of a vital, energetic team who work with three and four year old children? Economic Security Corporation has position available for a full-time Teacher Aide in our Lamar Head Start Center. Must have or be able to obtain Class “C: CDL, have a high school diploma or equivalency and one to three months child care experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Starting pay for this position is $8.39 per hour.

Submit completed agency application and/ or resume

by August 15, 2014 to

extent and character of their interest therein and for distribution of such property, in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, on September 8, 2014 or as may be continued by the Court, and that any objections or exceptions to such Final Settlement or Petition or any item thereof must be in writing and filed within twenty days after the filing of such Final Settlement.

Economic Security Corporation, Attn: Job No. TA-L8-01 at 302 S. Joplin, or mail to PO Box 207, Joplin, MO 64802, or email to rhopper@ escswa.org.

Applications available online at www.escswa.org or at 302 S. Joplin St. EOE. Miscellaneous For Sale

Appliances: Mostly new. Some used. Also appliance parts. Miller’s Country Corner. 417884-2684.

JAMES V. NICHOLS NICHOLS & NICHOLS 201 West 10th Street Lamar, Missouri (417) 682-6003 JESSICA BREWER Personal Representative 8-6,13,20,27-4tc

Newport Township Tax Levy Hearing will be held on Monday, Aug. 11, at 8 p.m., at 53 N Highway HH. 682-2323.

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preference limitation, or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate, which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis".

Mobile Homes for Rent

Are You Ready To Move? We have 2 bedroom trailers and houses ready to rent. Two rental references a must.

Save On Heating Bills. 682-2636.

Cabinet infrared heaters. Low price – top Apartments for Rent quality. Miller’s Country Corner, 417-884-2684.

Vacancy - Scottsdale For Sale – Like new tub Apartments - Senior transfer bench, walker, Citizens Housing. Call cane, commode, used 682-3589. Mo. TDD two months, no longer 1-800-735-2966. Equal needed. $125 OBO. 417- Opportunity Hous682-3292. ing. Handicapped units available. Located at "Publisher's notice: All 17th and Lexington. real estate advertised herein is subject to the 1 Bedroom Apartment Federal Fair Housing nicely furnished or unAct, which makes it il- furnished. Pool, rec legal to advertise any room and laundry. Free preference, limitation, cable/HBO, water and or discrimination be- trash. Short leases availcause of race, color, re- able. $200 security deligion, sex, handicap, posit. No pets! In Nefamilial status, or na- vada. Starting at $365. tional origin, or inten- 417-667-2633. tion to make any such

Sheldon Apartments Nice 1 bedroom apartments, furnished or unfurnished. All utilities paid. Starting at $370 per month. Call 417667-2633.

Homes For Rent

Lovely, Redecorated 2 bedroom home at 710 Grand. Central heat/ air, stove, refrigerator.

Available July 1. $500 month/$450 deposit.

R&R Rentals, Rosalee, 682-5668.

Homes For Sale

House For Sale By Owner: 2113 sq. ft. ranch home, partial brick, 3 bedroom, 2 ½ baths, front porch, 1 car garage, basement, full length attic, central heat & air, living room, dining room, family room, lots of nice woodwork and plenty of cabinets, some hardwood floors, lot size 80'x187.5', nice neighborhood. Would make a fine home for retired, family, or even rental property. Located at 207 West 5th. Asking $94,000. (417) 682-5431 (leave message), (573) 418-0381. Email: mezenite@hotmail.com.

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Scout for podworms in blooming soybeans verely stunt growth and reduce yields. In order to manage SCN, rotate with non-host crops like corn, wheat or sorghum and control weeds.

The weekly field scouting report is sponsored

by University of Missouri Extension and Barton County Extension.

For more information on

this scouting report, or to learn how to receive it a week earlier by telephone, contact the MU Extension Center in Barton County at (417) 682-3579.

LAMAR-Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension in Barton County, scouted fields south of Lockwood near Hwy. 97on July 23 for the crop scouting program.

Scheidt offers this advice from the field.

Corn is in the milk stage and should enter the soft dough stage soon.

“Very little Japanese beetles and corn earworms were seen in corn.

Corn earworm feed at the tip of the ear while other worms like armyworms feed near the middle or base of the ear. Any injury to the ear will make the ear more susceptible to disease,” said Scheidt.

A video from Scheidt about scouting for corn earworms is available online at: http://youtu.be/ QdIrISeuJoo. Soybeans are in the third trifoliate and bloom

stage, pods should begin to form soon.

“Monitor blooming soybeans for podworms.

Podworms are many different colors and can have longitude stripes; to differentiate between other worms, look for black dots all over the body, this is an identifier of podworm,” said Scheidt.

Threshold levels are one per foot of row or when five percent or more pods are damaged.

“Not much insect feeding was seen,” said Scheidt.

Threshold levels for all foliage feeding insects in soybeans are 30 percent defoliation before bloom and 20 percent defoliation during or after bloom.

Scheidt says soybean cyst nematodes were found in one field.

“If there is an area of stunted growth, pull up a plant and examine the

roots for small circular growths, looking like miniature nodules, these are soybean cyst nematodes,” said Scheidt.

These parasites can se-

COLUMBIA, Mo.“I’ve never seen Missouri corn looking this good,” University of Missouri Extension corn specialist Brent Myers said Tuesday, July 22.In their weekly teleconference on Tuesday, MU Extension agronomy specialists across the state echoed Myers’ outlook. The July 18 USDA Missouri Crop Progress and Condition report shows 84 percent of Missouri corn in good to excellent condition.Corn silking progressed to

79 percent statewide - 51 percent ahead of this time last year and 22 percent in front of the five-year average. “It’s pretty amazing,” Myers said.“2004 was the last time we have seen a corn crop with this much of the state’s acres in good to excellent condition at this time of year, but 2014 is higher,” Myers said.

“2009 was close by the end of the year.”However, it’s still too early to call bushels in the bin. Missouri cornfields appear to have ample nitrogen, but they need timely rainfalls to bring a bumper crop,

Myers said. Agronomy specialists across the state said crops need rain now.

Cool conditions have prevented drought stress so far.Myers said he encourages corn producers to prepare precision agriculture yield monitors at this time in preparation for harvest, and to have a plan for calibration.

“Quality data from a year like this can be very useful for future analysis.”

MU Extension entomologist Wayne Bailey also reported good news for corn producers at the weekly teleconference.

Corn is mostly past the danger zone for Japanese beetle problems since pollination is nearly complete. The beetles feed on green silks and tassels of corn, disrupting pollination and reducing yields.

USDA also reported good news for Missouri soybean producers. Soybean crop condition was rated 77 percent good to excellent with 30 percent of the crop blooming.

The USDA’s current crop progress report for Missouri is available at http://1.usa. gov/1A34Ka0.

SPRINGFIELD-A rain barrel won’t make the rain go away, but you will be able to save some of it for another day, according to Kelly McGowan, horticulture educator with University of Missouri Extension.

"Rain barrels are gaining in popularity with home gardeners, because this time of year we get a lot of rain," said McGowan. Us-

ing a rain barrel has its advantages. For starters, it is a great way to save money on a water bill for anyone who gardens. Rainwater is also better than tap water for plants. "Rainwater is nearly neutral in pH. It is also free of treatment byproducts such as chlorinated organics, and it is low in salts and minerals.

Water collected in a rain

barrel typically contains more nutrients and less of other chemicals that plants don’t want," said Clarissa Hatley, a University of Missouri Extension employee and volunteer with the Watershed Committee of The Ozarks.

James River Basin Partnership sells rain barrel kits at http://www.jamesriverbasin.com. Greene

County residents can receive a rebate on rain barrel purchases through the JRBP program. Barrels are also available from Wickman’s in Springfield and the Habitat Restore.

A person can also try making their own rain barrel. Large plastic barrels and fixtures can be found at different locations in Springfield and many area

hardware stores. JRBP also has instructions on assembling your own barrel system online. "You can buy kits with everything you need to make your rain barrel. So that would be an option. Or you can buy the parts individually," said McGowan. "An entire setup would probably be less than one hundred dollars, but in the long

run you would save a lot of money.” According to McGowan the average one thousand square foot roof can generate up to 600 gallons of water per inch of rainfall.

For more information contact the Master Gardener’s Hotline in Greene County or University of Missouri Extension at (417) 881-8909.

SPRINGFIELD-Amid the excitement of planning and taking a summer vacation, many people neglect to have someone look after their indoor and outdoor plants during their absence.

“If you are going to be away from home for more than a week, you may return to find substantial damage has occurred to plants left unattended. This is especially true for plants growing in containers,” said Pat-

rick Byers, horticulture specialist, University of Missouri Extension.

The ideal solution is to ask a friend who is knowledgeable about plants to check on your plants regularly and water them when necessary.

Before you leave, Byers recommends moving indoor plants away from sunny, bright windows, so they will use water less rapidly.

“This doesn't mean putting them in a dark room. They still need

bright, indirect light to stay healthy while you're gone,” said Byers.

Immediately before leaving, water all indoor plants. Even allow some water to stand in the saucers beneath the plants' containers.

These changes should enable indoor plants to survive during your absence. However, plants in containers outside need water almost every day.

“Place all of your outdoor container plants, including any hanging bas-

kets, in a shady location near the northern side of a building or under the protective cover of a large shade tree or covered patio. Group plants fairly close together since this, along with the shady location, will help slow water loss,” Byers said.

If a person will be gone for more than a few days

and can’t find someone to help, there are some options worth considering.

For example, inexpensive water timers, used in conjunction with sprinklers, can work, especially if the plants are together in a water grouping.

Otherwise, a timer with more sophisticated irrigation and drip systems

are available and work well.

If you have questions about your garden, lawn, soil or plants, contact your local University of Missouri Outreach and Extension center. If you need additional gardening advice, please contact the Master Gardener Hotline, 417-881-8909.

Corn crop looking best in years

Rain barrels are part of sustainable gardening

Don't forget plants when making vacation plans

Stolen car results in charges being filed

GREENFIELD-Twenty-six year old Christopher Peebles is currently in the Dade County Jail on a $50,000 cash bond, following the theft of a vehicle that was reported taken at 6:24 a.m. Sunday, at the Ruark Bluff East Campgrounds on Stockton Lake.

According to a probable cause statement, a report was taken Sunday regarding the theft of a 1998 Silver Nis-

san Passport from the campgrounds.

Dade County Sheriff Max Huffman located the missing car about a half mile south of Peebles' home at 95 S Dade County Road 173. Prosecuting Attorney Gary Troxell filed charges on Peebles of Tampering with Another Vehicle, a Class C Felony. With this charge he would face up to seven years if convicted.

Department of Defense additions

The Barton County Sheriff’s Department now has two military type Hummer vehicles provided without charge by the Department of Defense. Addition of the vehicles will give the sheriff’s department far more flexibility in handling situations involving off-road terrain and severe weather. Legacy Farm and Home provided the truck and driver to transport the Hummers from Jefferson City to Lamar.