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• Champ Allen Crumm, 53, Aurora • Anna Mae Goodman, 92, Mt. Vernon • Dorothy (Curtis) Wood, 81, Greenfield • Maxine L. Clay, 88, Aurora • Eldon Masters, Sr., 62 Mt. Vernon • Magdalena Bodea, 56, LaRussell • Alta Oglesby, 90, Aurora

Christmas Eve Candle Light Service

Main Street Baptist Church, Greenfield, will have a Christmas Eve Candle Light Service, December 24th at 6:00 p.m. Everyone invited to attend.

Christmas Eve At Joy Church

Joy Church in Greenfield will be hosting a Christmas Eve Candlelight service from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Join us for the service and communion.

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The Dade County Courthouse will be closed on Thursday and Friday December 25 and 26, 2014 to observe the holiday.

Christmas Eve Worship

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Mary McConnell To Retire, Marking A Milestone In Shelter Insurance Companies' History

By Bruce Meentemeyer Managing Editor / Web Content Administrator Communications / Training Shelter Insurance Companies Photo by Marlene DeClue The Vedette Publisher

Mary McConnell, Shelter Insurance agent at Greenfield, Missouri, will retire with a remarkable 56 years of dedicated service to the Companies and to the multitude of policyholders faithfully served by the agency since 1946. Mary’s final day at the office is Wednesday, December 31, 2014. Mary’s retirement is a personal achievement and it also marks the close of era in the history of Shelter Insurance®. Shelter has been represented in the Greenfield community and beyond by the name McConnell since 1946, the very first year of Shelter’s existence. The late Ronald McConnell was 19 years old on October 2, 1946, when he started selling automobile and farm equipment insurance for the new MFA Mutual Insurance Company. As a

charter agent, he was for over two decades the only active co-worker who had witnessed just a few months short of ALL of our Companies' history. Until Ronald's death in March 2007, Shelter's "Dean of Agents" shared the Companies anniversaries, year-for-year. In 1954, Mary and Ronald were married. Mary left the teaching profession in 1958, and together—as they always were—she and Ronald began a professional relationship providing valu-

able insurance protection to the community they loved. Mary became a licensed agent in 1962 and has represented the Companies at Greenfield ever since. Following Ronald’s death, Mary decided to carry on the tradition of outstanding service to policyholders and to the Greenfield community. “Ronald would be proud to know that I’m continuing with the agency,” Mary said at the time. We learned only weeks ago that Mary announced plans to retire at

the end of this year. “All agents and employees of Shelter Insurance Companies are profoundly grateful to Mary McConnell for her remarkable service to this organization,” said Rick Means, President and CEO of Shelter Insurance®. “We’ll always remember and admire Mary’s and Ron’s dedication, sound judgment imporand—most tantly—their genuine concern and affection for friends, neighbors and policyholders. We thank Mary and her family and all of their loyal customers who will continue to receive the excellent service they deserve.” “I want to personally thank Mary for all her support and effort that she has provided this district, state and company over the years,” says Nathan Smith, LUTCF, District Sales Manager, Shelter Insurance Commpanies. “You will truly be missed.” A new Shelter agent

soon will carry on the good work representing the Companies at Greenfield. On paper, Mary’s retirement marks the end of Shelter’s last existing charter insurance agency. There can be no competition for the McConnells’ record of service. Their mark on our history cannot be duplicated. In a 1996 magazine feature article about the McConnells, the author wrote, “The McConnells embody the word loyalty. Through our history Ronald and Mary have been eager to adopt Companies’ changes and learn ways to integrate their skills and standards into the daily life of a community that needs them.” Greenfield is a better place because of their service and friendship. If you would like to send a retirement note to Mary, she can be reached at the following address: Mary McConnell P.O. Box 186 Greenfield, MO 65661

Everton Christmas Program

Lockwood United Methodist Church will be having there Christmas Eve Worship on Wed. 24th beginning at 6 p.m., with music, communion and candle lighting, to "Silent Night". All are invited and welcome. We will also be having a Christmas Eve worship service at "The Crossing" located at 524 Main Street, beginning at 11 p.m. with video music from contemporary Christian group, Third Left to right, seated: Kynlee Bryant, Jesse Grisham, Lillian Mead and Kaden Adams. Standing: Hannah Janson, Brady Gladden, Emma Little, James Grisham, Robin Day, with retelling of the McCray, Austyn Heckmaster, Trinity Hurt, Braydon Schultz, Lizzarae Shearer, Christopher Duvall, Autumn Fifer and Tristan Davisson. Christmas Story and Can- Photos by Cletis McConnell Vedette Reporter dle lighting. Thursday evening, December 18, 2014, saw a full crowd at the Everton Schools Christmas program. The audience heard Join us for our annual selections Merry Christmas Dinner. Christmas There is no charge for the from the elementary dinner and everyone who school students and sixth attends will receive a graders, the kindergarteners and first Christmas present. graders, first and second We will be serving turkey, ham, mashed po- graders, second and third tatoes, dressing, gravy, graders, third and fourth sweet potatoes, green graders, fourth and fifth beans, corn, cranberry graders, fifth and sixth sauce, rolls, dessert, and graders, eighth graders, Cookie Chimeherd and drinks. We have been gra- her Thai flute and the high school choir accomciously allowed once panied by Kristi Ball on again use the Family Life the piano. Center to hold the dinner. Among the highlights The dinner will be of the evening was the held Christmas Day, De- crowning of the 2014 Mr. K-2nd Grade Miss Merry Christmas 2014, Kynlee Bryant and Mr. 3rd - 5th Grade Miss Merry Christmas 2014, Lillian Mead and Merry Christmas, Jesse Grisham. Mr. Merry Christmas, Kaden Adams. cember 25, 2014, at 12 and Miss Merry Christnoon at the Family Life mas for K-2nd and 3rd- Cray, daughter of Tam- Cory Hurd and Braydon daughter of Jessica Sartin Bryant and Jesse GrCenter, 410 Main Street, 5th grades. Rin and Richard McCray Schultz, son of Stephanie and Brady Gladden, son isham for K-2nd grade Lockwood, Missouri. Kindergarten candi- and Austyn Heckmaster, Keck and James and of Autumn and Derrick and Lillian Mead and Also call Shirley at dates were Kynlee son of Amanda Heck- Christie Schultz. Gladden. Filling in for Kaden Adams, 3rd-5th 816-476-2311. for more Bryant, granddaughter Fifth grade candi- Kenzie Sartin was Han- grade. master and Corey info, rides, or deliveries. of Jimmie and Sara dates were: Lizzarae nah Janson, daughter of Gilmore. Congratulations. Donations are accepted Bryant and Jesse GrShearer, daughter of Pa- Jaudawn and Karl JanThird grade candiMrs. Smith and the and used to pay for the isham, son of Tina Grtricia Culp and Ray dates were: Lillian Mead, students of the music deson. food and other items isham and Chris Burkett. Shearer and Christopher daughter of Bobby and partment wish to thank For 3rd-5th grade: used for the dinner. AnyFirst grade candiDuvall, son of Tara and Colene Mead and Kaden the teachers and staff, Dr. Autumn Fifer, daughter thing donated above the dates were: Emma Little, of DeWitt and Holly Fifer Jansen, and Mrs. Harden price of the dinner is used daughter of Scott and Adams, son of Wade Scott Duvall. Returning 2013 roy- and Tristan Davisson, for their help and supTammy Little and James Adams and Michelle for the next dinner. alty who assisted in son of Felicia Davisson. port. Also, thanks to Mrs. Grisham, son of Tina Gr- Adams. Fourth grade candi- crowning the 2014 winisham and Chris Burkett. The 2014 Miss and Ball for her time and talSecond grade candidates were: Trinity Hurt, ners were: For K-2nd Mr. Merry Christmas ent. dates were Robin Mc- daughter of Jennifer and grade, Kenzie Sartin, winners are: Kynlee

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Death Notices

Champ Allen Crumm

Champ Allen Crumm, age 53, of Aurora, Missouri, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2014, at his home. A memorial service was held on Thursday, December 18, 2014, at the Landmark Church in Logan. Local arrangements were handle by the Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home of Aurora.

Anna Mae Goodman

Maxine L. Clay

Maxine L. Clay, age 88, of Aurora, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2014, at the Aurora Nursing Center in Aurora, Missouri A funeral service under the direction of the Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home of Aurora was held on Saturday, December 20, 2014, at the First Baptist Church in Aurora.

Eldon Laray Masters

Eldon Masters, Sr., age 62, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2014, at the Mercy Hospital in Springfield. No services are planned at this time. Local arrangements are under the direction of the Morris-Leiman-Mosher Funeral Home in Miller.

Anna Mae Goodman, age 92, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2014, at the Lawrence County Manor in Mt. Vernon. A funeral service, under the direction of the Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, in Mt. Vernon, was held on Thursday, December 18, 2014, at the Magdalena Bodea First Baptist Church, in Mt. Vernon. Magdalena Bodea, age 56, of LaRusBurial followed in the Rock Prairie sell, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, Cemetery in Halltown. December 17, 2014, at her home. A funeral service was held on SunDorothy (Curtis) Wood day, December 21, 2014, at the FossettDorothy Marie (Curtis) Wood, of Mosher Funeral Home, in Mt. Vernon, Greenfield, Mssouri, went to her eternal Missouri, with burial to follow in the rest on Saturday, December 20, 2014, in Miller Memorial Gardens Cemetery in the Dade County Nursing Home at the Miller. age of 81 years. Graveside services were held at Alta Oglesby 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 24, Alta Oglesby, age 90, of Aurora, 2014, in Daughtrey Cemetery. The fam- Missouri, passed away on Friday, Deily received friends on Tuesday evening cember 19, 2014, at the Aurora Nursing from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral Center in Aurora. chapel. Memorial contributions may be A funeral service under the direcmade to the donor’s choice. Online tion of the Crafton-Cantrell Funeral condolences may be shared at Home, in Aurora, Missouri, was held on www.greenfieldfuneralchapel.com. Tuesday, December 23, 2014, at the Services were under the care of Green- Southside Baptist Church in Aurora, field Funeral Chapel. with burial to follow in the Maple Park Cemetery.

Lockwood R-1 School Board Minutes December 19, 2014 Roll Call

The Lockwood R-1 Board of Education was called to order by Jeff Nentrup on Friday morning December 19, 2014 at 7:00 am. All members were present with the exception of Tina Schnelle who came in late.

Agenda

Motion was made by Willie Stefan to approve the agenda as presented. Second by Kirk Neill. Motion carried 6-0

Consent Agenda

Motion by Jeff Nentrup to approve the consent agenda with the exception of payment to NetVision. Second by Adam Whitesell. Motion carried 6-0.

Motion by Willie Stefan to approve payment to NetVision. Second by Kirk Neill. Motion carried 5-0 1 abstained.

Budget Report

Pre-school funding for next year, bus routes and copy paper and copier usage were discussed.

MSBA Board Report

The board listened to the MSBA monthly board report dealing with legislative issues

Calendar Discussion

The district will proceed with community surveys, meetings to explore the 4-day work week.

Snow route Development

The board discussed the positive and negative aspects of snow route development. The safety and attendance aspects were discussed.

MSBA On-Line Policy

Motion was made by Kirk Neill to approve the agreement with MSBA for on-line policy maintenance. Mr. Graves reported on the successful elementary Christmas program, DAR testing results that assess reading levels, MAP testing and instruction. He states he has seen significant student improvement due to tutoring done by staff. The elementary also had anti-bullying day which went very well. He also reported on Science curriculum from his curriculum directors meetings.

Reports

Dade County Senior Center Menu

Thursday, Thursday: December 25: Closed. Merry Christmas. Friday: December 26: Swiss steak, au gratin potatoes, corn, French bread, chocolate cake. Monday, December 29: Polish sausage, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, roll, fruit salad. Tuesday, December 30: Ham and beans, spinach, macaroni and cheese, cornbread, butterscotch pie. Wednesday, December 31: Stew, cheese, crackers, spiced apples, graham crackers. Thursday, January 1: Closed. Happy New Year.

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Dade County Senior Center is located at 58 North Allison, Greenfield. Serving lunch 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Suggested cost: $3.50 over 60; $6 under 60. Call 417-637-2626 to arrange take out.

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Executive Session

Motion by Kirk Neill to go into executive session. Second by Adam Whitesell. Motion carried 7-0

Adjourn

Motion by Adam Whitesell to adjourn. Second by Kirk. Motion carried 7-0

Executive Session

Motion by Larry Coose to come out of executive session. Seconded by Tina Schnelle. Motion carried 7-0

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Mr. Rogers reported on next month Crowder coming to our board meeting to discuss degree programs and on-line courses that will be available to students. Reminded the board of January being the month for his evaluation and that principals would be done in February.

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Mr. Lasater reported that Ben Schnelle and Kalli Caldwell along with Luke Nentrup and Daisy Patton were named students of the month. Jessica Nentrup signed to play volleyball at Neosho County Junior College. He also stated that the middle school girls were champions of the conference girl’s basketball tournament. He reported that the high school will begin implementation of laptops for students as a pilot in dual credit courses. Mr. Stuart and Mrs. Jones will use them in classes. The high school also had professional development for software training for the issue for those teachers who will be using it. Finals are finished and the students are now ready for Christmas Break.

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By Cathy Harrington Clerk of City of Greenfield

The City of Greenfield would like to take the time to give you a rundown of what has been done in the last eight months. We have cleaned up some of the run down homes and businesses, keeping them mowed and boarded up. Some of the ones that weren’t safe have been taken down and the lots cleaned up. This has been accomplished with the help of our amazing city crew workers, city officers, city council and attorney. The east water tower has been painted and the other to be painted this spring. The pool has a privacy fence and a new cover over pump house. Mayor James Evans has a lady who has vol-

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unteered to trap and spay/neuter stray cats and release them to help on the stray population. The mayor and officers have been working on the former dentist office and transforming it into the new police department and justice center. The city and the mayor appreciate the community supporting us with what we do. We would like to hear from you with any ideas or improvements for the town. Everyone is welcome to attend our city council meetings. The next meeting is January 6, 2015, at 7 p.m. The City wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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Arvest Bank Rewards Aggie Of The Month

Greenﬁeld: Jenni Oeltjen, Arvest Bank Branch Manager, presents Tori Coleman with award.

Lockwood: Jenni Oeltjen, Arvest Bank Branch Manager, presents Levi Bennett with award.

the Month for December. Aggie of the Month is a program where agriculArvest Bank has reture students are chosen warded a student at and recognized by the Greenfield and Lockschool for their overall inwood schools as Aggie of

volvement in their local FFA program and who demonstrate leadership qualities within their school. Arvest Bank re-

their demonstration of excellent character and attitude in their commitments to academic achievement, extra-curricular engagement, and community service. We would like to thank Great Southern Bank, Brenda Richter,

Manager, our sponsor for the month of December. In honor of the student’s outstanding performance they have been awarded with $10 and a certificate documenting their achievement. Congratulation students!

Greenfield. Greenfield lost three head coaches with all going to bigger schools for better paying jobs. Cody Brewer of Everton signs to play junior college baseball at Great Bend Community College, Great Bend, Kansas. The Greenfield boys basketball team wins the SRVC title and the Class 2 district for the first time since 1989 but loses in the first round of state. No Dade County win district titles in baseball, softball or volleyball. Lockwood, Miller and Jasper tied for the SRVC football title but all three do not win a district title. Greenfield drops their 11-man football season and is forced to play an 8-man schedule. Lack of communication causes players and parents to not participate in an 11-man football program. New coach and athletic director salvages the program in late July and August by convincing MSHSAA to allow Greenfield to play an 8-man schedule with teams from northern Missouri.

Greenfield alumini and fans still unhappy about program decline. GHS will play 8-man in 2015, hopefully, with more than 3 home games.

Submitted by Becca White,Marketing Assistant Arvest Joplin

Optimist Club of Lockwood December Immanuel Lutheran Students of the Month

Submitted by Jenni Oeltjen Club President Optimist Club of Lockwood, MO

Lockwood Immanuel Lutheran School Students of the Month for November are: Kallie Griffin and Mateo Corella. The students were chosen by the school’s administration based on

warded each of the students selected with a $25 Arvest Visa Gift Card. Congratulations to the December Aggies of the Month.

Castleburys Welcome Baby Girl

Rocky and Marissa Castlebury of Mount Vernon are very proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Addilyn Elise. Addilyn made her arrival on October 26, 2014, weighing 8 pounds, 4 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. First time grandparents, Rick and Laura Vaughn of South Greenfield and Sandy Castlebury of Joplin, are estatic about their granddaughter’s arrival. Addilyn is also the granddaughter of the late Samuel Castlebury.

She is the greatgranddaughter of Dixie Crouch and the late Frank “Bud” Crouch of South Greenfield, Cleo and the late Rollo Vaughn of Greenfield, Ruby and Charles Wright of Sheldon, Missouri, the late Ralph Castlebury of Sheldon, Missouri and Gaylord and Donna Wallace of Sheldon, Missouri. Addilyn also has several proud aunts, uncles and many cousins. The family is so thrilled to have their new addition here just in time for the holidays!

Dade County Republican Women Deliver Books, Backpacks To OACAC

On December 11, 2014, the Dade County Republican Women delivered 48 books and 20 backpacks to Dade County OACAC. This is in compliance with our Caring For America project. Submitted by Peggy Horton.

Top Sport Stories Dade County 2014 By Bob Jackson

The Greenfield High School boys track team wins the Class 1 State Championship in May of 2014 in Jefferson City, Missouri. Earlier, they had won the district and sectional meets and then put together some big individual performances and relay teams to win the title. GHS last won the state title in 1976. Brendan Black, senior sprinter, was chosen Small School Spring Athlete of the year by KY3 Sports Zone. Signs were added to state highway signs at the edge of Greenfield denoting state champs in track. New coaches were hired at area schools. New at Everton: Jon Flowers, boys basketball; Jennifer Miller, girls basketball; Aaron Schockley, boys basketball coach at Lockwood; Brandon Thompson and Hannah Wilkerson, girls basketball Greenfield; Brian Lowry, boys basketball, Greenfield and Steve Cole, boys football and athletic director,

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Lockwood High School Student Council Christmas Project

Left Group, left to right: Renee Galer, Jenni Oeltjen, Ashley Rorman, Emily Backs, Jolean Hackney, Grace Beerly, Noah Sowell. Right Group, left to right: Ramsey Divine, Ellen Schnelle, Logan Sparkman, Will Beerly, Drew Cerrone, Emma Coose, Noble Foster

Council asked local businesses to donate to their annual Christmas project which provided This Christmas sea- gifts for less fortunate son, the Lockwood students in the LockHigh School Student wood School District.

Lockwood The High School Student Council would like to thank the Optimist Club, the Lockwood Packing Plant, Tiger Home Furnishing,

Branch Manager, our sponsor for the month of December. In honor of the student’s outstanding performance they have been awarded with $10 and a certificate documenting her achievement. Congratulations students!

Submitted by Rebecca Jones Lockwood High School History Teacher Junior Class Sponsor Student Council Sponsor

Optimist Club of Lockwood December High School Student of the Month

Submitted by Jenni Oeltjen Club President Optimist Club of Lockwood, MO

High Lockwood School Students of the Month for December are Luke Nentrup and Daisy Patton. The students were chosen by the school’s administration based on

Kim’s Breadbasket and Mike and Renee Galer

for their generous donations to our chil-

dren’s

project.

Christmas

50th Wedding Anniversary

Maurice and Barbara Stiles will be celebrating 50 years of marriage. They were married on January 3, 1965 in Jerico Springs, Missouri. They have two children: Tina who is married to Michael Tracy and Mark who is married to Julie Haden. They have two grandsons, Kendall Stiles and Landon Tracy; two granddaughters, Candace Tracy and Katie Stiles;

two step-granddaughters, Nikita Shields and Amanda Tracy; four great-granddaughters: Reese, Abbigail, Sophia Shields and Jasmine Byrd; and one greatgrandson, Caleb Byrd. Anyone who wishes to send them a congratulations card may send it to P.O. Box 344, Lockwood, Missouri 65682. Maurice and Barbara will be celebrating with family.

administration based on their demonstration of excellent character and attiin their tude commitments to acaachievement, demic extra-curricular engagement, and community service. We would like to thank Arvest Bank, Jenni

Oeltjen, Branch Manager, our sponsor for the month of December. In honor of the student’s outstanding performance they have been awarded with $10 and a certificate documenting their achievement. Congratulation students!

Optimist Club of Lockwood December Student of the Month

Submitted by Jenni Oeltjen Club President Optimist Club of Lockwood, MO

Lockwood Elementary & Middle School Students of the Month for December are: Breez Smith, Bryar Brummett, & Braxton Garver. The students were chosen by each school’s

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Amnesty For Fines

The Dade County Library is again offering amnesty for fines this holiday season. If patrons have returned books late and owe a fine they can bring in non-perishable items to pay for their fines. We are asking that they bring in items that are worth at least half the amount of the fine. Items can include food, soaps, shampoo, baby needs, cat & dog foods, paper goods and other things they feel are needed. This will start in November and go until January 1, 2015.

Crowder College Enrollment

Farm Service Agency (FSA) and MU Extension are hosting a Farm Bill Meetings. It will be held from 12:30-4:30 at the Lamar First Baptist Church located at 1301 east 6th street in Lamar: Wednesday, January 7, 2015 This meeting is free and open to the public, seating will be limited; RSVP one day in advance of the meeting to the Barton County Extension 417-682-3579. Feel free to bring your lunch, only snacks will be provided. Persons with disabilities who require accommodations to attend or participate in this meeting should contact Kelly Beason at 417-682-3571 extension 2 Federal Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339.

Crowder College will be at the Greenfield High school to en- Dade County roll both current and Improvement new students on Tues- Group Meeting day, January 6, from The Dade County 4:00 – 6:00 pm. To Improvement Group is schedule appointment going to hold their reg417-667-0518. ular monthly meeting on January 5, 2015 at the Greenfield City Barton County Park at 7:00 p.m. It will Farm Bill be at the community Meetings building. The Barton County

This meeting will mostly be in preparations of Buffalo Days. Any proceeds out of 2015 Buffalo Days will be the first fund raising by the group to continue the project of the Park Board members many years ago. This project was to build a handicap bathroom for the park. To those who want to contribute to the project or those who would like to join the group, please contact Clara Murray at 417637-2819.

to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!!

Joy Church Recovery Program

Monday On evenings at 7:00 p.m., Joy Church, Greenfield, sponsors a recovery program for everyone who feels the need to attend. It is open to anyone recovering from drug abuse, alcohol abuse, emotional abuse, divorce or grief. Call Pastor Shawn at 620-635-0391 for more information.

Driver Examination Stations Closed Christmas Day

The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examinastations tion throughout the state will be closed in observance of Christmas Day, on Thursday, December 25, 2014. Normal operations will resume on Friday, December 26, 2014. In support of "The Drive To ZERO Highway Deaths," the Patrol encourages motorists

Special Birthday Celebration

Please join us in a special birthday celebration for Irene Casey Climer on Sunday January 4, 2015 from 24pm at Macedonia Baptist Church, 3110

West Sunshine, Spring- Thursdays January 15 field, Missouri. and 22. Your presence is a Meals provided. gift. Cost: $50/person, $90/couple from the same farm, sharing maBeef Cattle terials; $10/additional Conference family member from The Southwest that farm sharing the Missouri MU Exten- materials. sion Beef Cattle ConWe encourage all ference begins at 4 p. those who will be inm., January 27, 2015, at volved in the farm to the Stockton United attend. Please do not Methodist Church in bring children under Stockton, with a meal 16. by Maggie Mae. Register by January Topics: 2015 eco- 6 and for more infornomic outlook of the mation call 417-682beef cattle industry; 3579. beef cattle genetics; pasture management to reduce fescue toxic- Lawrence County Soils & Crops ity. and Conference Pre-register pay prior to January 20, The 91st annual 2015, is $20 per person. Lawrence County Soils Payment at the door and Crops Conference will cost $30 per per- will be Thursday, Januson. ary 8, from 6-9 pm at Contact the Cedar the Southwest ReCounty Extension at search Center Mt. Ver(417) 276-3313. non, with a meal at 6 p.m. Topics: farm bill, Farm Estate crop rotation and pasPlanning management ture Barton Co. MU Ex- strategies to reduce festension will hold a cue toxicity. Cost: $5; Farm Estate and Suc- attendees MUST precession Planning pro- register before January gram at the First 5 with the Lawrence Baptist Church in County Extension CenLamar from 6-9 pm on ter at 417-466-3102.

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Trudell News

Superintendent’s Minute

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by Blanche Trudell Christmas is just around the corner and I have all my presents made, wrapped, and delivered to all the family that I won’t see on Christmas. It is always nice to hear from all of our friends and family. I send and get a lot of Christmas cards, with all the news about them and their families. Thursday, December 18th was my son’s, Edward R. Wiss, birthday. He was born 64 years ago and it was 10 degrees that morning with 12” of snow on the ground. I am so glad it isn’t that cold here, although we did get about 2” of snow on the ground at the farm, in the morning. December 18th, I was scheduled to go to the hospital in Springfield, Missouri, for a pulmonary function test. It was snowing when we left the farm, and it took us almost to before it Miller changed to misty fog the rest of the way in. When I went in for the test, I told them I’m not having any problems now. I should of done this 6 weeks ago when I couldn’t breathe. They told me

they could find the problem now anyway. Well, they didn’t the last time, but it was a different doctor, and the test I took then was also different. I have been having laryngitis or hoarse most of the time, but I am a lot better. Joe has had a cold and been on medicine, so we have stayed home a lot the past few weeks. I just found out that I have a brand new great niece, (I think) born the 17th of December. We are proud of Jessica Colbert. She has graduated from high school, mid-term, from El Dorado Springs, Missouri, High School. Have a MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR 2015! Let us remember to pray for all those who are away from home serving our country, those who are sick, those who are in nursing homes, and those who are traveling this Holiday Season. GOD BLESS US ALL!

By Jeﬀ Davis Superintendent Greenﬁeld R-IV

We are real close to the halfway point in the 2014-2015 academic school year. Compared to past years things have been seemingly mild. Christmas vacation is around the corner and it has all students and staff excited. Our winter sports season has started and all the basketball teams are winning and playing hard. The Christmas programs have been delightful and have been well attended. The community service that the district has been involved in has also been very positive. On the academic side, I have been very impressed with Mrs. Dotson’s elementary staff. They have been working very hard in vertically aligning our math curriculum. This might be the most important work that is done in any building this year. They have taken this task to heart and made real progress in this endeavor. The dedication of the entire staff is evident when they are given a task and they work hard to achieve our goals. Mr. Wilson and I have been working to add some technology to the elementary curricu-

lum that will enhance learning and put a device in the hands of our 3rd6th grade students that will align with our new math programs. On the legislative side, from all they are telling the superintendents, this will be a relatively quiet year in Jefferson City. We will see if the limiting of the Governor’s ability to veto line items in the budget will be beneficial. As of now, however, the feelings have been positive. As the year comes to a close and we start a new calendar year, there is been plenty of talk of limiting the number of days and even some positive talk about a 4-day school week around the conference. These will be recurring conversations around the state as we start building our school calendar. As we close the first half of our academic year, I would like to take this opportunity to wish the patrons and their families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Christmas is a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ and a celebration of light. Pat and I wish that the light of our savior shines on all you as we begin our new year. Merry Christmas.

Keep Smiling by Sara Johnston Another day has dawned. Think of it as a new beginning. We could be joyful or be sad. Sometimes we have no control of how we feel. Things happen. But how do we overcome dramatic happenings in our lives? We want to go on, but we struggle so much. Call up a friend and say I need to talk. And I bet your friend at the other end of the phone will be more than willing to listen. You are not alone. A

lot of people need a hug or a shoulder to cry on. Try your best to bring joy into people’s lives. There is a song I have sung in church, titled “One Day At A Time, Sweet Jesus.” You probably familiar with the words. There’s a line that reads: “Show me the stairway I have to climb, Lord for my sake teach me to take one day at a time.” Someday, you all will experience joy in your lives.

Knowing that we have many Senior Citizens in our community and realizing that cold weather is coming, if you don’t have transportation, or even if you do and do not want the hassle of cleaning of windshields or warming up your car, Glad Tidings of-

fers you a free ride back and forth to Glad Tidings each Sunday morning and evening on their warm church bus. If you are out there and would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please call Pastor Ron Dykes at 417-6372988 or 417-425-0188.

Glad Tidings Assemble Oﬀers Transportation

Lockwood Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry

The hours of operation of the Food Pantry will be Wednesdays from noon until 2:00 p.m. and on Fridays from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. There will be someone there during those times to assist you. If you have any questions you can contact any of the churches in Lockwood.

Worship service Directory Liberty Baptist

Everton Christian Church

Route O • Everton, Missouri

SHARON BAPTIST CHURCH

554 Hwy 160 East • Greenfield, MO 65661 Ken Roller, Interim Pastor Sunday School: 10:00 A.M. Wednesday Lunch and Bible Study: 12 noon Morning Worship: 11:00 A.M.

Lockwood United Methodist Sunday School: 9:30 am • Worship: 10:30 am 410 Main • 232-4728 Pastor Travis James

GLAD TIDINGS ASSEMBLY OF GOD Open Hearts • Open Minds • Open Doors

220 N. Main Greenfield, MO - Phone 637-2988 Sunday Services 9:45 AM • 11:00 AM • 6:00 PM Wednesday Service 6:00 PM Rev. Ron Dykes, Pastor

There’s A Smile In Every Aisle!

CHURCH

CHRIST

107 N. Allison • Greenfield • 637-5742

Sunday School 10:00 A.M. Sunday Worship 11:00 A.M. Sunday Evening 6:00 P.M. Weds. Worship 7:00 P.M.

Nathan Ross, Minister

First Baptist Church, Greenfield Independent Baptist • 73 N. State HWY 39

Sunday School: 9:30 am • Morning Worship: 10:30 am Evening Worship: 5:00 pm • Wed. Nights: 6:45 pm

Pastor Brian Bach • 417-637-5121

Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Tuesday Team Kids 3:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Pastor Rick Sharp • 816-244-4350

Pastor Dwight Steeley Sunday School 10 a.m. • Church 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome 119 N. Church Street, Everton

Pennsboro Christian Church

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

ANTIOCH CHRISTIAN CHURCH

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF EVERTON Sunday School 10:00 A.M. Sunday Evening 5:30 P.M.

8 miles South of Greenfield on 39 Highway

Dwight Steeley, Pastor Church Services.................................................9:30 a.m. K HWY. FARM ROAD 167 EVERTON, MO SUPERINTENDENT ROGER STEELEY 535-2763

Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Bert Ward, Minister

JESUS

He did it all for you.

First Presbyterian Church Corner of Church & Springfield Everton, Missouri

Pastor Tom Anderson

Come Worship With Us! Sunday School 10 a.m.

WELCOME

Church 11 a.m.

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 409 W. College, Greenfield

Sunday School 9:50 am Worship Service 10:50 am

Scott Houston: Minister

Phone 637-2867

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

South Greenfield, MO

Come Worship With Us

Sunday School 9:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M. Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 P.M.

Worship Service 11:00 A.M.

Wednesday Night Bible Study 7:00 P.M.

Dr. Karl Janson

In whom we have redemption through His blood, even the forgiveness of sins. Col. 1:14

St. Patrick Catholic Church North Highway H • Greenfield, MO Sunday School................... 10:00 A.M. Mass .................................. 11:15 A.M.

Father Kizito Wenani

Lockwood 118Christian Church W. 8th 232-4977 Sunday School 9:30 A.M.

Worship 10:30 A.M.

Michael Perry, Minister • 417-529-2161

FIFTH & CHESTNUT, LOCKWOOD

Pastor: Steve Clark Sunday School Discipleship Training

Church Office Phone: 232-4286 9:45 AM Morning Worship 10:50 AM 5:00 PM Evening Worship 6:00 PM Wednesday 6:00 p.m.

LOCKWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Corner of N. Sycamore & 5th St. Lockwood, MO

Church Service : 9:30 AM Pianist: Renee Galer Reverend Christine Iannucilli

Greenfield United Methodist Worship: 9 am • Sunday School: 10 am College & Mitchell, Greenfield • 637-2544 Pastor Gerald Powley Open Hearts • Open Minds • Open Doors

EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH

Jct. Hwy. 39 & 160 Pastor Jamie LaSalle Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

“A Better Place To Be”

APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF PROMISE & DAYCARE Ash Grove, MO 751-2428 Sunday Worship 10:00 A.M.

Pastor Ross Coble

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2014 • The Vedette • www.greenfield vedette.com

Backroads of So. Greenfield

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by Carmen Hargis Baker Birthdays: December 25th-Christmas DayBrenda Dill, Jeanie Steeley, Beth & Greg Killingsworth both 54, 26th-Isabella Hurt 2, Bree Ipock 32 & Terry Kile 79, 27th-Lacey Clark 3, Maci Montgomery 10, Dominic Bergthold 11 & my daughter in-law, Monica Hawkins 23, 28th-Keyton Ipock, 29th-Ken Sedge, Laura Greenstreet 8, Savannah Johnson 28, Melanie "Campbell" the big 50 & Don Adams 81, 30th-Gavin O'Connor 6, Zackery Craker 26, Donnie Drobny 29 & Edith Friend 90, 31st-New Year's Eve- Brandon Taylor, Mike Fox, Jolene Standley, Mason Jones 16, Chris Marlowe 39, Paul Jeffreys 39, Kenny Ball 44 & Debbie Lantz 54. Wishing you all a great day!!! Anniversaries: December 25th-Glover & Freda Killingsworth 63 yrs and Donald & WanaLee Ihrig 62 yrs, 27th-Rodney & JoAnn Kramer 55 yrs, 28th-Terry & Paula Killingsworth 27 yrs, 29th-Darcy & Kirsten Parrish 2 yrs, 31st-Stanley & Jennifer Pendergrass 3 yrs. Wishing you many more together. In Memory: Patty Nash 12-25-2010, Jansen Murray 12-26-2007, Pluma Marlowe 12-261997, Rosemary Sipes 1227-2010, Linda Perri 12-27-2009, Billy Dill 1230-2010, Vern Stearns 1231-2012 and David Lee Wilson 12-31-2012. Gone but not forgotten. I want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! Last Monday, Mom & I went into Springfield to do some shopping and to attend Lucy Hawkins first Pre-School Christmas Program. All the children were adorable but the minute Lucy spotted us the tears were rolling and she wanted her Mommy. So Alex got

to be on stage with her and all was fine then. Her Mimi Tammy was down from Kansas City to see her perform, too, which consisted of holding a drum but you know us Grandma's can't miss a thing. I worked on the Country Cousins Christmas cards and mine all day Tuesday at work. Finally got them all done Wednesday and in the mail Thursday. That is a big job but I love sending cards and receiving them. Update on James Schilling: he has been transferred to Atlanta, Georgia, to the Shepard Center. They specialize in rehabilitation for brain injuries and are one of the best facilities. He will probably be there for at least 3 months. Continue to pray for him and his family. Jackie McConnell had to have a stint put in last Friday and is doing much better. Last Friday, Rick & I started our Xmas shopping in Branson and we got a lot done. It was busy but not unbearable. We had a good day and made it home by dark. We sure are not die hard shoppers like Lesia Jones. I want to wish Carolyn Kile good luck on her gall bladder surgery on Monday December 22nd. She has to get to feeling better so she can play with her little granddaughter when she gets here over Christmas. Saturday, Rick & I went to 3 ballgames at Willard and are happy to announce Mayce's team were the grand champions. All the kids got medals and they all done great. We will have a little bit of a break before next season begins in January. Was glad to see & visit with grandson, Skyler Baker and his dad, Terry Hohensee. We will start

going to his college basketball games in January, too. Jayce & Mayce Baker surprised us with a huge metal star they made for us with the help of PaPa David Yocom. If you drive by our house at night, you will see it lit up. We are very proud of it. Mom & I worked on our candy making Sunday afternoon and got almost all my care packages ready. Sunday evening, I visited with Cheri Walters in her home. We could talk for hours and still not be done. Jim Rosenbaum visited with the Bakers Sunday night and Rick really appreciated Roxie's bag of goodies and huge tray of peanut brittle. Thanks. Was sorry to get word Dorothy Wood passed away Sunday in the Dade County Nursing Home. I extend sympathy out to her family and friends. Janie Gray hosted the Brown Christmas dinner in her home on Sunday with a large crowd attending. The Arcola Glenn brothers and all their family got together over the weekend and had a great time. Carl & Bonnie Pirtle were happy to have all their grand kids in for the holiday weekend. Pat Atkisson is one happy Mommy with all her kids here for the holidays and the cooking has begun. Each child got to pick their favorite meal and each night she makes it. Now that is one good Mommy!! I know a lot of people are having big get togethers with their families and I hope they cherish each other. That’s my favorite part of the holidays is everyone getting together and just visiting. Wishing you all a joyous Christmas!!!

Optimist Club of Lockwood November High School Student of the Month

the month of November.

Lockwood High School Students of the Month for November are Ben Schnelle and Callie Caldwell. The students were chosen by the school’s administration based on

The 2014-2015 high school basketball season started about a month ago on November 24, 2014 and now on 12-24-14 play is on hold for most teams until after the Christmas break. Teams and coaches will practice some during the holidays. The Miller boys and girls and the Ash Grove boys will play in the Walnut Grove Holiday tourney, Decemberc 20 through December 31. The Ash Grove girls are entered in the Pink and White tourney in Springfield. All other area teams don't play until the week of January 5, 2015. BASKETBALL RESULTS GREENFIELD: The boys started the week ranked No. 10 in Class 2 and beat Morrisville in the first of 4 games in 5 days. The next night GHS

lost to Stockton 66-62. In a home game on 12-18-14, Rich Hill took Greenfield 75-49 and on 12-19-14 GHS lost at Jasper 53-45. Both Jasper and Rich Hill will be in the Class 2 district at Butler, Missouri, that Greenfield will be playing in late Feburary, 2015. Greenfield resumes play January 5, 2015 in the Miller tournament. The Greenfield girls played 3 games, losing to Morrisville 51-28, taking Rich Hill 48-34 and then losing to Jasper 57-34. The Eagles are 9-0. It will be 3 weeks before GHS plays in the Golden City Tournament. LOCKWOOD: The Tiger boys played 3 non conference games losing to Walnut Grove 70-60, beating Dadeville 66-50 and were decked by Marionville 42-31. The girls won two games over Billings and

Dadeville. Both Tiger teams are idle and play Diamond January 6, 2015. DADEVILLE: The Bearcat boys went 0-3 last week losing to Golden City 50-46, 66-50 to Lockwood and 71-67 to Hermitage. The girls were beaten by the same 3 teams. EVERTON: The only Tiger score found the girls beating Sarcoxie 44-25. First game in 2015 is 1-515 against Hurley. MILLER: The Cardinal teams went 3-1 last week. The girls won over Purdy 55-28 and 55-26 over Verona. The boys beat Purdy 67-61 but were upset by Verona 5346. ASH GROVE: The Pirate boys played Big 8 Conferrence schools Mt Vernon and East Newton, losing to both. The girls took Clever 53-48 but then were bounced by Aurora 75-47.

Submitted by Jenni Oeltjen Club President Optimist Club of Lockwood, MO

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OATS Barton and Dade County Support Committee News Submitted by Doris Mayﬁeld

Happy holiday season and happy New Year! OATS Transportation Services wishes to express their gratitude and thanks to Barton and Dade communities for their steadfast patronage and support throughout the year 2014. OATS send holiday greetings to each of our loyal and faithful riders who are confined to nursing homes in Barton and Dade counties. We wish each one a wonderful, happy and healthy New Year. On 5 December 2014, the combined Barton and Dade Support Committee elected officers, committe members and contacts for the year 2015. The Support Committee functions and responsibilities are to plan for and assist in the yearly general operations of OATS Transportation Services as prescribed in regulations and procedures of the Board of Directors of OATS, Inc. OATS reminds the public that OATS, Inc. is

no longer just accomodating older Americans, but we are dedicated to supplying transportation service to anyone regardless of age, income, race, gender, religion, disability or national origin. All schedules and contacts can be viewed on chamber of commerce online sites, TV channel 3 and online at www.Oatstransit.org. Also, all pertinent OATS schedule information is published monthly in the Barton County and Dade County newspapers. Our congratulations to Barton County OATS driver, Craig Hackney, who was awarded the Southwest Missouri 2014 Driver of the Year. Craig has been the Barton County driver since October, 2012. From 2012 to the present, he has built the Barton County membership by about 100 riders. He was recognized for his superior attention to safety. He is known for being courteous and his assistance to each and every individual as well as arriving to their desti-

nations in a timely manner is greatly appreciated by the passengers and OATS. Craig is a former resident of Barton County (Liberal) and currently resides in Lockwood with his wife, Lanita and two daughters, Kate and Jolean. Craig served as an educator, administrator and board member in the Lockwood School District for over 30 years. On a personal note from Dorris Mayfield, “Craig’s faithful service to OATS, riders and contacts of Barton County is greatly appreciated and we wish him the best in year 2015.” We are sadden by the death of Irene Parker who was an active member of the OATS family for many years. We send holiday greetings to Olivia Diefenderfer and Eldora

Gass who both reside at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Lockwood. We are sure they would appreciate a greeting card. Thank you. The OATS riders and drivers, Craig Hackney and Gene Myers, send their respects and appreciation to Babette Terhune, Greenfield Senior Center administrator, who was pleasantly surprised when State Representative Mike Kelley, Senator Roy Blunt, among others, presented several awards to Babette for her 40 years of service at the Greenfield Senior Center. The Barton and Dade Support Committee wishes to thank Barton County Senior Center and Greenfield Senior Center for their support to our bi-monthly committee throughout the year of 2014.

In honor of the stu-

dent’s outstanding per-

formance they have been

awarded with $10 and a

certificate documenting her achievement.

Con-

gratulations students!

by Bob Jackson

Antioch Pilgrim News by Lesia Jones

From our family to your family, wishing everyone a most blessed Christmas. Thanks to everyone for being so wonderful. Keep the prayers

coming. We appreciate each and everyone of you. Prayers are answered everyday and we continue to pray for each other. God Bless you all.

Oh, Christmas Tree!

This tree of lights can be seen at the 4-way stop on Highway 160 in Ash Grove. Photo by Cletis McConnell, Vedette Reporter

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2014 • The Vedette • www.greenfield vedette.com

State Champion Tree Found In Neosho Man's Front Yard QUESTIONS? Contact Editor Marlene DeClue at 417-637-2712 or greenfieldvedettepublisher@mchsi.com

Submitted by Francis Skalicky Media Specialist

Slippery elm is 82 feet tall, measures more than 14 feet in circumference Dean Ogden knew the slippery elm tree in his front yard was big, but he had no idea it was one for the record book. “I didn’t know it was a state record,” he said of the tree that towers over the yard of his home near Neosho, “but every time I went out there and weeded around it I thought ‘Man, that’s a big tree.’ ”A call to the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) led to a visit to and some measuring by MDC Community Forester Jon Skinner’s Skinner. measurements revealed a slippery elm

Legals...

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

For default in the payment of debt and performance of the obligations secured by deed of trust executed by Justin J. Holder and Amanda L. Holder, dated May 14, 2007, recorded on May 15, 2007, in Book 393 at Page 353, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Dade County, Missouri, the undersigned Trustee will on December 29, 2014, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., and particularly at 1:00 p.m., at the East Door of the Dade County Courthouse, 300 W. Water St., Greenfield, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash, the property in Dade County, Missouri, described as:

BEGINNING FIFTY (50) FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT TWO (2), FRACTIONAL BLOCK SIX (6), ELDRIDGE ADDITION, TO THE CITY OF LOCKWOOD, DADE COUNTY, MISSOURI, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, THENCE NORTH 51 FEET, THENCE WEST 170 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 51 FEET, THENCE EAST 170 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, SUBJECT TO ALL EASEMENTS AND RIGHT OF WAYS, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE, AS MAY NOW EXIST. Together with all rights, fixtures and improvements that are a part of said real estate, toward satisfaction of said debt and costs. MGL Trustee, LLC

By: Jeffery J. Love, Member 1901 S. Ventura, Suite A Springfield, Missouri 65804 Telephone: (417) 883-6566 Facsimile: (417) 883-6689

To be published in The Vedette on December 4, 2014, December 11, 2014, December 18, 2014 and December 25, 2014. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF HARDWARE STORE ITEMS

A public sale for cash of the following Personal Property will be held on December 29, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the East Door of the Dade County Courthouse, 300 W. Water St., Greenfield Missouri: All inventory, equipment, tools, furniture, fixtures and machinery subject to Liberty Bank’s security interest granted to it by Lockwood Hardware, Inc. including but not limited to shelving, display cases, hand tools, power tools, computer and security system, plumbing supplies, electrical supplies, small appliances, 1000 watt generator, carpet shampoo machines, ceiling fans, space heaters, vacuum sweepers, key-making equipment, yard supplies, clothing items, paint and related mixing items, and

plaque from MDC recognizing the slippery elm in his front yard as a state champion tree. This means it’s the largest of its kind that’s ever been found in the state. “The tree sits off the road a bit and I hadn’t noticed it before,” said Skinner, who works out of MDC’s Joplin office. “Neither did other (MDC) foresters who worked in this area. It’s probably been a state champion tree for as long as I’ve worked here (more than 12 years).” MDC’s State Champion Tree program recognizes the largest trees recorded in Missouri of species that are Dean Ogden stands by his record breaking tree. native to the state. MDC and American tree that had no equal Wednesday (Dec. 17), use a formula to Forests in the state. On Ogden received a asses a point value for other general hardware store inventory items formerly used in the Lockwood Hardware business. The sale is to be held immediately following the foreclosure sale of the real estate located at 729 Main St., Lockwood, Missouri, and will be offered in bulk. Bids for any individual items will also be considered. Any party wanting more specific information regarding the Personal Property or who wishes to view the Personal Property prior to sale may contact David Cramer, Community Bank President at Liberty Bank, 417-637-5384.

To be published in The Vedette on December 11, 2014, December 18, 2014 and December 25, 2014. IN THE 28TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DADE COUNTY, MISSOURI

Judge or Division: PROBATE Case Number: 14DD-PR00028

In the Estate of JOYCE E. HUNT, Deceased. Notice of Letters Testamentary Granted (Supervised Administration)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of JOYCE E. HUNT, Decedent:

On July 25, 2014, the last will of the decedent having been submitted to probate: DAVID A PAYNE was appointed the personal representative of the estate of JOYCE E. HUNT, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Dade County, Missouri. The personal representative’s business address and phone number is respectively: David A. Payne, P.O. Box 467, Aurora, MO 65605; (417) 678-5161. The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is respectively: Mr. Joseph Woodcock, Attorney at Law, P.O. Box 258, Aurora, MO 65605: (417 )678-5166. All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice 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 473.033, 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: 02/13/2014 Date of first publication: December 11, 2014

File No: 124139.011415.335057 FC

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

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.

Jennifer Snider, DC Clerk

To be published in The Vedette on December 11, 2014, December 18, 2014, December 25, 2014 and January 1, 2015. DADE COUNTY RIV RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

Anyone interested in filing for a 6-year term on the Dade County R-4 Rural fire Protection District should contact Jerry Glenn at 417326-9100 between dates of December 16, 2014 and January 20, 2015. Candidates must be a registered voter in Dade County, a resident taxpayer of Dade County and have resided in the district one year preceding election.

To be published in The Vedette on December 18, 2014, December 25, 2014 and January 1, 2015.

TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Jason D Baxter and J. Marie Baxter Husband and wife Trustee’s Sale:

For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Jason D Baxter and J. Marie Baxter Husband and wife dated December 10, 2008 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Dade County, Missouri in Book 402, Page 685 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 9:00 AM), at the East Front Door of the Court House, City of Greenfield, County of Dade, 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 Dade County, State of Missouri, to wit:

LOT EIGHT (8), BLOCK TWO (2), LIESER'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LOCKWOOD, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, DADE COUNTY, MISSOURI. to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110

NOTICE

To be published in The Vedette on December 18, 2014, December 25, 2014, January 1, 2015 and January 8, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Jimmy A Mallory and Bonnie R Mallory, dated May 12, 2006, and recorded on May 17, 2006, in Book No. 387, at Page 616 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Dade County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on January 15, 2015, at 2:00 PM, at the Front Door of the Dade County Courthouse, Greenfield, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash: THE SOUTH HALF (S 1/2) OF LOT TWELVE (12), IN BLOCK TWO (2), BURLEYSON'S FIRST ADDITION TO THE CITY OF EVERTON, DADE COUNTY, MISSOURI, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF; EXCEPT A STRIP OFF THE EAST SIDE FOR STREET PURPOSES. ALSO, ALL RIGHT OF USE OF THE WELL LOCATED ON A TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SW CORNER OF THE N 1/2 OF LOT 12, BLOCK 2, BURLEYSON'S FIRST ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF EVERTON, MISSOURI, THENCE EAST 50 FEET TO A NEW POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE NORTH 35 FEET, THENCE EAST 15 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 35 FEET, THENCE WEST 15 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING., commonly known as 105 North Church, Everton, MO, 65646

subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs. County Criers, LLC, Successor Trustee First Publication: December 18, 2014. For more infor-

large trees. Points are determined by a tree’s height, crown spread and trunk size. The formula adds the circumin inches ference (measured at 4.5 feet above the ground), height (in feet), and one-fourth of the average crown spread. Recstate ognizing champion trees is a valuable part of forestry management. “Champion trees provide educational opportunities for the public to learn about trees and what they provide us,” Skinner said. Ogden’s elm measured 82 feet high and had a circumference of 14 feet, 7 inches (at 4.5 feet above the ground). Skinner noted that the tree appears to be in good health.

Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra), also known as red elm, is found across Missouri. It’s a water-loving tree that reaches its largest size on moist, rich soils on lower slopes and in bottomlands. Skinner said the tree’s large dimensions were likely the result of Ogden’s yard being located in a stream valley. In this location, the tree is in good soil, receives abundant moisture and protected from is strong winds. Wood from slippery elm trees is commonly used for lumber and furniture, but Ogden said he won’t be cutting his one-of-a-kind elm any time soon. “I’m not cutting it down,” he chuckled. “It’s going to stay here as long as I’m here.”

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417-637-2724. All bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m. on January 12, 2015 except for the Property and Casualty Insurance bid which will be opened on January 26, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. The County reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Bids are subject to the County insurance requirements and prevailing wage requirements.

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To be published in The Vedette on December 18, 2014, December 25, 2014, January 1, 2015 and January 8, 2015. NOTICE OF FILING

Filing is open for three positions on the Village of Dadeville council. These positions are for council persons. Filing closes January 20, 2015. Anyone interested in filing for a position should contact Jim Toler at 9953055 or Verla Pringle at 9953923.

To be published in The Vedette on December 18, 2014 and December 25, 2014. VILLAGE OF SOUTH GREENFIELD

Filing for the Village of South Greenfield board of trustess is open December 16, 2014 thru January 20, 2015 for the April 7, 2015 election. There are two 2year positions open. To file contact Michelle Gass at 417-214-7753.

To be published in The Vedette on December 25, 2014 and January 1, 2014. BONA SPECIAL ROAD DISTRICT FILING

Filing for Bona Special Road District begins December 16, 2014 and the last day of filing is January 20, 2015. Filing can be made with Jimmy Freeze, 417-9953731 or at the Dade County Clerk’s office.

To be published on December 25, 2014 and January 1, 2015. BIDS WANTED

The Dade County Commission is soliciting bids for the following supplies and services for the year 2015.

1. Concrete 2. Metal Pipe (Tin Horns) 3. Labor for removal and construction of concrete culverts 4. Property and Casualty Insurance 5. Rebar

Specifications for bids may be obtained at the County Clerk’s Office in the Dade County Courthouse,

To be published in The Vedette on December 25, 2014, January 1, 2015 and January 8, 2015. NOTICE OF FILING

For candidacy of the Board of Directors for Dade County Nursing Home District -District 4 Pilgrim South & Washington Townships and District 3 Sac and North Morgan & South Morgan Townships. Anyone interested in filing must file in writing at the Dade County Nursing Home Business Office 8:00 AM4:00 PM Monday thru Friday (closed holidays). Filing dates are December 16, 2014 through January 20, 2015. To be published in The Vedette on December 25, 2014 and January 1, 2015. NOTICE OF FILING

Filing for Ernest Township Road District is open December 16, 2014 through January 20, 2015 for Trustee, Clerk and two Board Members for the April 7, 2015 Election. Residents and registered voters of Ernest Township are eligible. To file contact Kim McGuire 417-232-4503.

To be published in The Vedette on December 25, 2014, January 1, 2015 and January 8, 2015. GRANT TOWNSHIP

Filing for Grant Township is December 16, 2014 and the last day of filing is January 20, 2015. Positions of trustee/ treasurer, clerk and two members are open for 2year terms. Contact Wayne Kreissler or Dade County Clerk’s office.

To be published in The Vedette on December 25, 2014 and January 1, 2015. NOTICE OF FILING

Any person interested in filing for election to the Sac Township offices of Treasurer Trustee, two Board Members, Collector or Clerk may file with Joan Schrader, Sac Township Treasure/Trustee by calling 417-424-3314. Filings are open December 16, 2014 through January 20, 2015. The term of office is two years.

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BIDS....

BIDS. Greenfield R-IV Schools, 410 W. College, Greenfield, are now taking bids for fuel, diesel and undleaded, until 12 p.m. January 5, 2015. Prices should be quoted as of January 5, 2015. Please state if your bid is a firm price or fluctuating according to market prices. v, 27, 2tc

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LIVESTOCK...

BULLS FOR RENT: Angus, Limousin, Charolais & Others. Steve Glenn. 880-6810 or 6942386. v,49,TFN

BULLS FOR SALE. 1418 months old, registered Angus, serviceable bulls. Carrier Farms, 417-2324302, 417-214-0335. v, 43, TFN

SIGNATURE SERVICE Black an Gus Ranch Liquid Feed will service your CowBos troughs twice each month to ensure accurate consumption of mineral by your cattle. Our customer relationship is so much more than just an over the counter purchase! Neil 417.398.1928 v, 27, 1tc IT’S 3rd TRIMESTER for most cattle producers. 2nd trimester’s goal to improve BCS has been replaced with preparing your momma cows to deliver the healthiest calves possible in the spring. You can help by ensuring they’re getting the best liquid protein, energy, vitamin, and trace mineral supplement available to you. Neil 417.398.1928 CowBos v, 27, 1tc

TWO PET CLINICS IN LOCKWOOD Critters and Pals will hold 2 pet clinics in Lockwood in January. A vaccine clinic will be held on Saturday, January 3rd from LEGAL 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. Walk-ins ADVERTISING POLICY welcome behind Lockwood There will be a set-up fee of City Hall. A spay/neuter $25.00 for each legal which clinic will be held on will be waived at the compleWednesday, January 21. tion of the legal run. Appointment required. Call 682-5335. v, 27, 1tc WANTED..... CUTTING FIREWOOD? Saw chains sharpened. WANT TO BUY HORSES. Text or call 417-818-8731. v, Knives, scissors and tools repaired and sharpened. 25, 3tp, 1nc Small appliances and lamps fixed. 417-606-0245. 417NOTICE... 606-0244. v, 27, 1tp NO HUNTING/ NO TRESPASSING. Trespassers will PROFESSIONAL SERVICES... be prosecuted. Fred & Janice Burnett v,23,15, 52tp AND experience. Lifetime defecELECTRICAL NOTICE - We will NO longer PLUMBING. All needs. Qual- tive labor warranty. Kirt, allow hunting, fishing or tres- ity work at reasonable rates. 417-597-0885. Kevin, 417passing on any property Call “Be Right There” 20 350-5569. Reagan, 417owned or leased in Dade years experience. (Cell) 417- 816-6263. v, 6 , 18tp HOLMES CABINET SHOP County, Missouri. DUE TO 337-0751. v, 52, TFN this advertiser has opened a CONTINUING THEFT AND VANDALISM! Mike, Charles CHEAP STUMP REMOVAL. shop at 201 West 4th Street, and Seth Hargis v,23,15,52tp $1 per inch. Includes Lockwood, specializing in furniture repair and refinishing, NO HUNTING OR TRES- cleanup. Rob. 417-840-5790. splined cane seats, custom PASSING on the Jim and v, 49, TFN lathe turnings, where he Mariann Carrier Farm, SouthJ.W. WILLOUGHBY Septic hopes from attention to busiof Lockwood. west Tank Cleaning. Phone ness and moderate charges v,23,15,52tp (417)742-2083. Willard, MO. to receive encouragement NO HUNTING OR TRES- v, 20,15, 52tp and compensation from his PASSING on Lemons Farms BLISS & SONS ROOFING. friends and public generally. or LaLe Corporation Property. Locally owned. 30 years of 232-5001. v, 34, TFN v,23,15,52tp NO TRESPASSING on the old T.G. Rush farm, northwest of Lockwood. Louise Rush & heirs. v,23,15,52tp

NO TRESPASSING OR HUNTING BY MEN OR DOGS on All Property of Haubein Farms, DTHF.LLC and David Haubein. Reward for information leading to arrest or successful civil suit of violators. v,23,15,52tp

DUE TO TRESPASSING WITHOUT PERMISSION on my property, there will be no hunting, fishing or trespassing on my farm in Dade County. Mary King Williams & Linda Medley. v,23,15,52tp

ABSOLUTELY NO HUNTING on the Backs property 1 mile south and 3/4 mile east of Lockwood. v, 23, 15, 52tp NOTICE: NO TRESPASSING or parking without permission on 407 West 6th Street, Lockwood, Missouri. Stemmons Rental, LLC. v,35,15,52tp

NO TRESPASSING without permission. 120 N. Allison, Greenfield, Missouri. v,12,15, 52tp

DUE TO THEFT, no hunting, no trespassing on Roseman Farms. v, 19, 15, 52tc

AUCTIONS...

DOUBLE “O” CONSIGNMENT AUCTION. 603 Smith Park Circle, Lockwood, Missouri. 417-232-4311. Steve Ogden, 417-860-6241. Sundays, 2 p.m. Taking Consignments. v, 47, TFN

AUTOS FOR SALE...

1995 GMC SONOMA pickup. 2-wheel drive. New tires. 5-speed, 4 cyclinders. Excellent mileage. Special price of $2995. Wayne at 417-232-4700. v, 27, 1tc 2004 SATURN VUE. Good mileage. Good condition. $2995. Call Wayne, 417232-4700. v, 27, 1tc

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LAWRENCE COUNTY MANOR is now hiring for LPN night shift (6 p.m. to 6 a.m.). Great benefits, holidays, sick day, vacation. Sign on bonus. Apply in person. 915 Carl Allen, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. online: lcmanor.com. This institution is an equal opportunity provided and employer. v, 7,TFN LAWRENCE COUNTY MANOR is now hiring RN day shift (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and some night shift ( 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.). Great benefits, holidays, sick day, vacation. Sign on bonus. Apply in person. 915 Carl Allen, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. online: lcmanor.com. This institution is an equal opportunity provided and employer. v, 7,TFN RANDSTAD IS HIRING for positions at Pennington Seed in Greenfield, Missouri. We are hiring enthusiastic, dependable, teamoriented individuals for material handler positions in a light-industrial environment. Two shifts are available, with a third shift during peak operating season, with a pay premium available for evening/night shifts. Bene-

REAL ESTATE ...

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

HOMES FOR SALE..

JUST REDUCED! NICE 3 BEDROOM home on 1 acre lot near Stockton Lake. Central heat and air, 2 car attached garage. $69,000. Call 417-818-3082. v, 51, TFN CROP FARM 412 ACRES. 7 miles northwest of Golden City, Missouri. 450 SE 70th Road. Ranch home, garage, machine shed, two barns. TO INSPECT CONTACT

BOB JACKSON, UNITED COUNTRY LOWE REALTY, GREENFIELD, MISSOURI 417-860-6656 cell or 888637-2040. v, 27, 1corre FOR SALE, OWNER FINANCE. 3 bedroom, 1 bath. Nice quiet location near the city park in Greenfield. Call Rodney at United Country Lowe Realty. 417637-2040. v, 27, 2tc

APARTMENT FOR RENT. Greenfield. $350 per month, includes utilities. 417-2071005. v, 1, TFN FOR RENT. 2 bedroom apartment. $395 month. $250 deposit. 503 Broad Street, Greenfield. Next to

DCNH. 417-777-1440. v, 21, TFN FOR RENT. 3 bedroom, 1 bath house. 502 Maple, Greenfield. No pets allowed in house. $500 rent. $500 deposit. 417-388-7408. v, 25, 3tp, 1nc

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MANUFACTURED HOMES....

CLAYTON MANUFACTURED HOMES We will pay top dollar for your trade! Any condition! Call today. 417-865-4181 v, 23, TFN YEAR END BLOW OUT SALE! New homes as low as $29,995! Includes delivery and set up! 417-8659719. v, 23, TFN USED AND REPO HOMES Available. Call today, 417865-7029. v, 23, TFN

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fits are offered. Please apply at www.randstadstaffing. com or call 417-637-5978, ext. 136, for immediate consideration. After applying please contact us via email at brendan.nichols@randstadusa.com v, 21, TFN

WORK REWARDING with people with disabilities in a home-like setting. No previous experience Competitive required. wages. Paid training. Benefits for full time. Must have high school diploma or GED and a current MO Driver’s license. Call for appointment at an (417)537-4200 or stop by: 707 Wyatt Avenue, Golden City. Wyatt House Inc. does not discriminate against age, race, religion, sex, national origin, individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era and special disabled veterans. v, 26, 2tc

NOW HIRING In Home Aides Cedar/Dade County. Flexible Schedules. Day Hours. Paid Training/ Weekly Pay. Part-time. Call 417-782-0111. Apply Online: www.oxfordhealthcare.net EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled v, 27, 2tc

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2014 • The Vedette • www.greenfield vedette.com

Christmas Open House

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By Marlene DeClue Vedette Publisher

United Country Lowe Realty, 518 College Street, Greenfield, held their Christmas Open House Friday, December 19, 2014, from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. Owners, Rodney and Nancy Lowe, have had the real estate business now for 34 years in Greenfield and have been a part of the community for many years. They invited everyone to come by for seasonal refreshments and enjoy the spirit of the season with them. Along with Rodney and Nancy at United Country Lowe Realty are Bob Jackson and Kim Kinder, sales associates.

Left to right: Nancy Lowe, Jim Holmes, Bob Jackson, Beverly Holmes, Diane Austin and Beth Killingsworth.

Second Annual Holiday Open House Held By Marlene DeClue Vedette Publisher

Left to right: Mike McCorkill, Brant Harvey, Gena Hargis, Charlotte Walker and Connie Roseman

Lee A Success At Missouri's HISET Test The first Greenfield HISET student has passed the test that was once called GED. Daniel Lee of Lockwood, Missouri, took his HISET test on December 2 and 3. News has been received that he passed. So, congratulation, Daniel Lee. A diploma with the State of Missouri seal on it is now yours from the Department of Adult Education of Missouri.

Now, Daniel, can enroll in future schooling, training, or a job that requires this diploma. What a great Christmas present for 2014. HISET classes will resume in Greenfield on January 8, 2015, at the Dade County Health Department at 5:30 p.m. If you are interested in enrolling, call Dade County Health Department at 417-637-2345 and ask for Jill.

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The 2nd Annual Holiday Open House and Food Drive at Dade County Farm Bureau was held on Friday, December 19, 2014, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The food drive held during the Open House was donated to Main Street Baptist Church Food Pantry to assist in providing meal baskets for families in the Dade County area. Many in the area stopped by Dade County Farm Bureau office and visited with Gena and Brant during their open house and were served refreshments.