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Rocky Packs A Mighty Punch Storm Rocky played havoc on a building in downtown Elmer last week. The building, owned by Ron Spencer, lost part of the roof and was caved in during the storm.

However, some had fun playing in the snow building snowmen, or even dinosaurs and horses, using their creative side.

More photos of the storm on page 6B.

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Excello, MO Easter Bunny Is Coming To La Plata The Easter Bunny will be coming to La Plata on Saturday, March 30th at the annual Alpha Beta Alpha Sorority Easter Egg Hunt. The hunt will be held at the Olive Gilbreth McLorn House in La Plata beginning at 10:30 a.m. Beginning at 10:30 children’s games will begin, hot dogs, cookies and drinks will be served and at 11:30 the hunt will begin. The Easter Bunny will be attending the festivities and will be available for pictures with the children. Plan now to attend this annual tradition with your children and grandchilden.

Callao C8 Will Hold Fundraiser in March On Friday, March 22, from 5-8, the faculty and staff at Callao C8 will be hosting a carry-in dinner to raise money to contribute to the installation of their front door security system and eight cameras for the outside of the building. There will be entertainment: students, local talent and music. More information will be announced closer to the event.

A minimum donation of $5 per person/$20 per family is requested.

Please bring your favorite dish to add to the smorgasbord and your own table service. Beverages will be provided. They are trying to keep costs to a minimum so that all proceeds can go to the fund.

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Brashear Elementary Receives $5,000 For Playground Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund has selected Vicki Collop, of Adair County, as this year’s winner. Under this program, eligible farmers in 1,271 counties across 39 states, including MO, could enter to win a $2,500 donation for a local nonprofit of their choice. Vicki chose to direct this $2,500 donation to the Brashear Elementary Playground Fund. This year, the Monsanto Fund is providing twice the financial support to counties that have been declared natural disaster areas by the USDA. Adair was one such county, and she chose to direct the additional $2,500 disaster relief donation to the Kirksville Early Childhood Learning Center. Supporting local education is a priority to Mr. & Mrs. Collop, as their grandchildren are now school age and have grandchildren in both programs.

The purpose of Grow Communities is to recognize the vital role that America’s farmers play and to help them grow their communities by supporting local organizations that are important to them. More than 60,000 farmers across the country participated in the program this year, and one winning farmer was selected in each eligible county.

The Brashear Elementary Playground fund has a current remodel project planned for the existing playground. Parents, students, and teachers of the Brashear Community have been working over the last few years to update the playground and meet the needs of all elementary students. The additional funding received from Mrs. Collop’s donation will aid in the achievement of our goal of

new playground equipment.

Pictured are: back row: Skip Herleth - MFA Kirksville, Jacob Schneider-Monsanto, Vicki Collop, Frank Collop, Shelly Shipman, and Sara Collop Erwin; front row: Cole Erwin and Carson Erwin.

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LOCAL NEWS Fences And Boundaries II - Location

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Northeast Regional Medical Center Gets New CFO

Northeast Regional Medical Center is pleased to welcome Tammy Cobb as the new Chief Financial Officer effective March 1, 2013.

A native of Oxford, Alabama, Ms. Cobb has 10 years experience in

healthcare and most recently served as the CFO for Jacksonville Medical Center, Jacksonville, Alabama.

“Ms. Cobb’s experience in competitive environments, strengths in budgeting, financial management and strategic planning will complement the administrative team already in place at Northeast,” said Eric Barber, Northeast Regional’s CEO. Ms. Cobb received a BS in Accounting from Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL and Certified Public Accountant from the state of Alabama.

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Another issue that I want to address is related to fences and where they need to go. That may seem like something simple but it’s not quite as easy as you might think.

A boundary fence should normally be placed on the boundary line between 2 properties.

However, that is complicated by the fact that boundaries can be off for many years and in some cases fences were placed off of a boundary line due to obstacles (large ditches, woods, etc.) or because 2 neighbors couldn’t agree. I have new landowners that also pay a good amount of money for a survey and decide that’s where the fence will automatically be put. In Missouri (as in other states due to English law) there is a legal term known as “adverse possession”. While I don’t have the time to fully explain it in this article, it means that a fence that has been in place on a boundary for 10 years or more generally becomes the true boundary. A survey may indicate the boundary is off but other considerations will be considered by a judge in court also. New landowners are generally at a disadvantage when

demanding to move a line just because of a survey.

If you can agree to put the fence back where it is and do not want to cause it to become a permanent boundary in the future then you must both agree and put a written legal statement on both deeds. I can provide you with that if you wish by e-mailing me at koenenj@missouri. edu. Guide 810 explains adverse possession more so if you’d like to read it online go to http://extension.missouri.edu/p/G810.

There is a Missouri tradition that when a fence is replaced 10 feet on each side of the boundary it is cleared so the fence remains free from brush and trees at least for a time. It is a good tradition but not a part of the actual law. Remember, that falling trees that obstruct that fence are your responsibility and if you choose not to allow the 10 feet you should pay for damages done to that fence. Finally, try to contact the neighbor and work out where the fence will go before you end up in a conflict if at all possible.

Remember to contact your local Extension Center in Macon at 660385-2173 if you are looking for local resources.

MSHP To Participate In St. Patrick’s Weekend DWI Enforcement Campaign Captain James E. Wilt, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces that Troop B officers will be participating in the St. Patrick’s Weekend DWI enforcement campaign.

The sobering fact is that impaired driving contributes to approximately 27 percent of all Missouri fatal traffic crashes. Preliminary 2012 Missouri traffic crash statistics indicate 205 people were killed and 3,513 seriously injured in crashes involving an impaired driver. That’s why the Missouri State Highway Patrol will join other Missouri law enforcement agencies to crack down on drunk driving March 1417, 2013. During this time period, Troop B officers will be conducting DWI saturations enforcing Missouri’s DWI laws and taking impaired drivers off the road.

Consequences of drunk

driving include jail time, loss of your driver license, or being sentenced to use ignition interlocks. Insurance rates increase. Other financial effects include attorney fees, court costs, lost time at work, and the potential of losing one’s job or job prospects. When family, friends, and coworkers find out, violators can also face tremendous personal embarrassment and humiliation.

“Driving drunk is simply not worth all the consequences,” stated Captain Wilt. “Our message is simple and unwavering: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.”

The Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves from all types of hazardous drivers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Click It 4 Life!!!

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Sharing Hometown Recipes, Cooking Tips and Coupons

By Janet Tharpe

Cheesy Mashed Potato Bake is Twist on Tradition “You can add any combination of cheeses you like!”

Ellen Curry Clearwater, FL (pop. 107,685)

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s there a more perfect dish than mashed potatoes? Creamy, warm and filling, they might be the perfect comfort food.

Home cook Ellen Curry came up with her Cheesy Mashed Potato Bake using leftover mashed potatoes. Customize it with your choice of cheeses and you’ve got a tasty twist on a classic. See step-by-step photos of Ellen’s recipe plus thousands more from home cooks nationwide at: www.justapinch.com/potatobake You’ll also find a meal planner, coupons and chances to win! Enjoy and remember, use “just a pinch”...

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Cheesy Mashed Potato Bake

Directions

What You Need

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Mix together potatoes, 1/4 cup of each cheese, salt, pepper, egg and bread crumbs.

2 c leftover mashed potatoes

1/4 c grated cheddar

1/4 c grated Mexican cheese • Melt a pat of butter in a blend glass pie dish. This will salt and pepper to taste keep potatoes from sticking and add flavor. Place potato 1 egg mixture in dish and spread 1/2 c bread crumbs, dry (or evenly. less) • Top with remaining pinches butter for dish of cheeses and bake for 30 1 pinch grated cheddar min.

1 pinch grated Mexican cheese blend Submitted by: Ellen Curry, Clearwater, FL (pop. 107,685)

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Janet’s Notebook

By Janet Tharpe

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Feeds Heart & Soul

The only thing going around faster than the sniffles this time of year, is steaming bowls of homemade chicken soup! As Chief Soup Ladeler for my family it pays to have a few go-to recipes on hand at all times. And with pickiness at a peak when the family’s not feeling well, variety truly is the key to this cook’s success!

Many of my own favorite recipes can be called classic. A terrific example of classic done right is home cook Shannon Smith’s take on Chicken Noodle Soup for the Soul.

This has been a longtime favorite in the Test Kitchen at justapinch.com and has soothed many an ailing soul.

“This classic comfort food always hits the spot when the weather starts to get cold,” smiles Shannon, who encourages experimentation with the base recipe. “Whatever you have on hand will work!”

In fact, we really like this recipe for that very reason: its versatility.

Shannon’s recipe calls for all the basics - veggies, chicken base, water, hearty noodles - and it frees each of us up to toss in our patients’ favorite flavors. (We have a kale fan in our house!) For such a terrifically simple soup, it is unexpectedly flavorful and a great way to fill a gray day with something warm and soothing.

Bringing more of a kick than a hug is Karen Hambrick’s recipe for Poblano Chicken Chowder! This is a yummy chicken soup that will open minds (and sinuses!) to the joy of spice.

“Poblanos are my new favorite pepper!!” smiles Karen, who prefers them over their cousins, the jalapeno. “The pepper itself is not very spicy at all, but the ribs and seeds carry some heat.”

Not a fan of hot and spicy? No problem. While we prefer to leave in a fair amount of heat, you can easily adjust the spice level of this kicky soup to suit your liking.

Carefully remove all traces of those

seeds and ribs, and the heat will be kept to a minimum while leaving the flavor intact. Karen’s mom is a fan of this technique.

“My mom - who does not like things spicy - loves this chowder and did not sense any heat!”

Another of our sniffle-soothing go-tos comes from Kentucky’s Jan Mullikin. Jan won the very first Just A Pinch Recipe contest with her Cream of Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Soup, and it has remained a big favorite of us here in the Test

Shannon Smith’s Homemade Chicken Soup Kitchen.

Part of the appeal of this wonderful soup is its lush creaminess; it truly is comfort in a bowl. With delightfully strong flavor from the fire-roasted peppers, the soup serves up a unique earthiness that warms you through and through.

“The flavor is rich and slightly smoky,” explains Jan. “And there’s no heat in this dish, so don’t shy away from it just because of its name.”

Jan recommends using leftover rotisserie chicken for her recipe, a tip that we’ve used time and again in many a dish. After all, easy preparation is priceless in a pinch!

Each of these terrific soups can be made and served up quickly, or stored for those moments when you just need a little extra comfort in your day. Laughter may be the best medicine... but chicken soup is a darn close second.

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LOCAL NEWS Cooper Joins CMU Advancement Team

The newest face in the Advancement Department at Central Methodist University is no stranger to CMU, or to mid-Missouri.

Deanna Cooper began work recently as director of development and alumni activities at CMU. She spent most of the past three years in the region with the American Red Cross as a donor recruitment sales representative.

In fact, one of Cooper’s clients for Red Cross blood drives was Central Methodist – and the more she became acquainted with CMU, the more interested she became.

“I enjoyed the opportunity to work with faculty, staff and students of CMU on various levels,” Cooper said. “I came to appreciate all that CMU represents and strives to achieve.

“To be part of this institution is an honor, and I am very excited to be a part of the CMU fam-

ily and of its’ terrific mission,” she added.

In her role at CMU she will be involved in seeking annual and major gifts to the University, and maintaining and growing relationships for the University, as well as meeting with alumni and friends and staffing various alumni events.

In her work with the Red Cross, Cooper managed an eight-county (Macon, Shelby, Randolph, Chariton, Howard, Saline, Carroll and Cooper) area. She has held positions with Sprint Nextel, the Knox (Mo.) County Nursing Home, and with several other private companies, and worked in the Gunnison (Colo.) County Assessor’s Office for nine years.

Cooper is a native of Gunnison, Colo. and was raised on a working cattle ranch. She has attended Western State College in Colorado and is currently taking classes from Ft. Hays (Kan.) State University, but intends to transfer her credits and complete her degree from CMU. She and her husband Mike, a department manager for Kirksville Farm and Home, live in La Plata. They have a daughter Jessica and a son Clayton.

She is active in the Macon Rotary Club and in the Fayette Golden Study Club.

Obituary

Doris Elaine Maloney

Obituary

Jerry Dale Hulett

Doris Elaine Maloney, 77, of Callao, Missouri, passed away Friday, February 22, 2013, at the Macon Health Care Center in Macon, Missouri.

Doris was born on February 25, 1935, in Henry, Illinois, the daughter of Beryl and Florence (Ryan) Gold. She was united in marriage to James Richard Maloney on March 14, 1991. Doris was Catholic by faith. She and her husband moved to Callao area after retiring from work and both have enjoyed their retirement time at their home by the lake. Doris also enjoyed being outdoors, mowing on her riding lawn mower, taking her grandchildren on golf cart rides, watching the wildlife, and just spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband Jim of the home; one daughter, Terri Larison and husband Larry of Moberly, Missouri; two step children, James Patrick Maloney of Albany, Illinois, Kimberly Sue Green of Washington, Illinois; two grandchildren, Brian William Larison, Chelsie Jean Stephens and husband Ryan; four step grandchildren, Brandon, Jeremy, Adam, and Kailey Green; three great grandchildren, Kaiden, Alexis, and Bentley Stephens.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, March 2, 2013, at 1:00 pm at the Immaculate Conception Church in Macon. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Macon. Visitation will be Saturday from 12 pm until the time of the service at the church. Memorial can be made to the St. Mary’s Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hutton & McElwain Funeral Home in Macon.

Jerry Dale Hulett, 66, of Macon, MO, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at Moberly Regional Medical Center in Moberly, MO. Jerry was born on June 30, 1946, in Clarence, MO, the son of Gerald Bane and Zelma (Timbrook) Hulett. He served his country in the United States Navy. Jerry was united in marriage to Ginger Cross in Bevier, MO, on September 17, 1971. He served on the Macon Volunteer Fire Department for many years and was a member of the Macon American Legion for over 40 years. Jerry enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals, Mizzou Tigers, NASCAR, Macon Tigers, hunting, coaching and umpiring youth baseball, operating his flea market, going to auctions and auto races and especially spending time with family and grandchildren.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Ginger of the home, his three children; Brian Hulett and Jessica Landers of Hallsville, MO, Michael Hulett and wife Jessica of La Plata, MO, and Robert Bogeart and wife Dianna of Clarence, MO; eight grandchildren, Brennan Bogeart, Makayla, Nikolas, Landyn and Kendrick Hulett, Brendan, Jarrett and JayeLynn Hirleman, one brother, Deane Hulett and wife Carolyn of Fulton, MO, sister-in-law, Susie Brammer and husband Bob of Macon, mother-in-law, Marjorie Cross of Macon and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services were held on Monday, March 4, 2013, at 1:30 pm at Greening-Eagan-Hayes in Macon with Brother David Gottman and Pastor Mark Butrum officiating. Burial, with full military honors, was at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville, MO.

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT

La Plata Elementary To Hold Kindergarten Registration

Cooper Daniel Corrick & Bentley Daniel Corrick Eric and Courtney Corrick of Lewistown, Missouri are the parents of twin boys born on Friday, February 15, 2013 at Hannibal Regional Hospital in Hannibal, Missouri.

Cooper Daniel was born at 5 pounds, 2 ounces and was 19 inches in length, Bentley Daniel was born at 5 pounds, 5 ounces and was 18 ½ inches in length.

Grandparents are Charlie and Marilyn O’Neal of Lewistown, Missouri, Grandpa Eldon Corrick and wife, Jodi of La Plata, Missouri, Grandma Donna Corrick of La Plata, Missouri and Tamara Ward of Millard, Missouri.

Great-grandparents are Dewayne & Lois Selby and Corrine Corrick, all of La Plata, Missouri.

La Plata Elementary will hold Kindergarten Registration for all children eligible for the 2013-2014 school years on Thursday, March 28th at the La Plata Elementary School. Children must turn 5 on or before July 31st to be eligible.

There will be one hour time slots available.

Parents will fill out registration papers while their child is being screened and will then be given information regarding their child’s screening scores. You will be required to provide a copy of your child’s birth certificate, social security card and immunization record, as well as proof of residence, if you do not already have a child attending the school in the La Plata school district.

Please contact Lori Smith at 332-7003 by March 21st to schedule your appointment. If you have any questions please feel free to contact the elementary office.

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COMMENTARY COMMENT

Blonde But Blunt

BY BECKY JEFFCOAT EDITOR/PUBLISHER lpnews@marktwain.net

Happy Happy Happy, love the show Duck Dynasty. Season Premiere was last Wednesday night and those redneck duck hunters are at it again with their country wisdom and hillbilly solutions to everyday problems that arise. Camouflage is their color and family is important. In fact, if you haven’t watched it, you should, every show ends with the family gathered together around the dinner table, that must be 10’ long, saying thanks for all they have.

When I was a kid we didn’t sit around the table and have dinner much together, but always did on Sundays. I remember my mama, bless her and miss her, browning a roast before Sunday School and Church and putting in the oven so when we got home dinner was almost ready for the table. My dad used to tell us to take at least a spoonful of everything. Yuck. I hate cooked carrots, but always had to take some and try them. Well that came to an end as once we had brussel sprouts and dad passed the bowl without taking any. Oh no, my mama said “Fred, you need to take at least a spoonful”, I giggled under my breath, as I dislike those as well. After that day, when my dad had to eat brussel sprouts, there was a new rule, if you didn’t like it, you didn’t have to eat it.” LoL I always have the table ready for Easter Dinner, Thanksgiving Dinner, Christmas Dinner, etc. but we don’t eat around the table on a normal basis, usually in front of the TV or one at the table and one on the couch and a couple where ever else they end up, but maybe that’s something we should start, what do ya think? When Sara and Daniel come over for dinner and Scott’s

JEFFCOAT home, we are gonna start eating at the table. Family time! Yup, I like it, thanks for your help!

Happy Happy Happy, again, as my granddaughter is coming home so her memaw can host her 1st Birthday Party!!

A few months back my daughter and son moved to Texas, where the other side of the family is from.

And they had the nerve to take Quinci Jo with them.

Burned my Buns!!! Bad!!!

But they have to get out in the world and make a life for themselves without mommy fixing all their problems, so I am very proud of them for that. Except for the part that they took my granddaughter!!

Funny how I just said they needed to grow up and steer away from mommy, I know some adults that should do the same thing!!

Woops, did I say that out loud? Sorry!

So anyway, the cake will be pink camouflage and will say “Happy Happy Happy Birthday Quinci Jo”!! I’m so excited!!

Who wants to make the cake?  Still snowing around these parts and doesn’t seem to want to go away, so I’ve decided that it’s just my mama (cause she’s an angel) waving hello at me and her wings are sheding. Sure is a big howdy!!

So………… Mary Lou, hello!!! I see you and you can stop waving now!!!

And dad…………… I hope she starts waving at you in Florida!!! Hehe!

Keep It Kool, Bec

FAITH

Pastor’s Corner The humans heart: the final frontier. These are the continuing journeys of the Savior Jesus whose continuing mission is to bring new life, renew civilizations, to boldly go where grace has never been before.

Jesus has a job to do.

Jesus is on a mission. He is determined to complete the work he must do.

Nothing is going to get in the way of completing the work. The temptations from the devil will not sway him. The screams of demons about who Jesus really is did not send Jesus into hiding. The attempt by people of his own hometown to throw him of the cliff did not even slow him down. He did not shy away from lepers. Challenges from the religious leaders did not deter him.

Storms did not bother him.

Now this warning from the Pharisees that Herod wants to kill him did not scare him off.

Jesus mission is to bring the message of God’s love for human beings to all the world. He wants to tell the world that it doesn’t matter how much money you have. It doesn’t matter how much good you can do. You cannot earn God’s love, but you don’t have to anyway. God gives it freely. It is God’s act of grace to all of us. Jesus wants to

GOOOOOOD MORNING Thomas Hill Lake!

Sun filled skies and warm winds blowing gently across your lands my lady.

Birds chirping, butterflies flitting around, squirrels playing in the trees and bunnies scampering here and there. The lake looks so pretty and blue today so I decided to take a nice walk to the beach, oh how the sand felt so warm beneath my feet while the sand and water washed around them. Sitting there with the sun shinning on my face, I am completely lost in thought and what surrounds me. I hear the waves slapping on the beach, fish jumping, frogs crocking, the cry of an Eagle soaring above me, boats and jet ski’s can be heard in the distance. As I gaze around I feel so blessed to be a part of all the wonders and beauty nature can bring. Walking the dogs later on through the “Enchanted Forest” we happen to see some of the magic that all the kids have seen though out the years in this magical forest. I point them out to my two companions, but they are more interested in the rabbit that just ran by.

I am having quite the conversation with my buddies, telling them about the cookout we will be having later on, steak, potatoes and corn on the cob, all on the grill. Heading back towards the house we hear something deep in the woods, the three of us frozen to see what might be coming towards us, it sounded large with the crackling of the leaves and twigs that it stepped on.... what in the world could it be? We wait, but we hear no more, does it see us, is it waiting for us to do something....what???? BUZZZZ......the alarm clock just went off! So much for summer time thoughts, back to reality as I look out towards the frozen lake and the Tons of snow piled up to our necks! Well, I hope you enjoyed my dream as much as I did, sure wish I could say it was really hot and I needed to sit on the deck with a cold one, but I can’t so we will just dream for a bit longer.

Have a GREAT week and remember, it’s the little things that mean the most.....take time to see what they are and enjoy. As Always, Love & Hugs from the lake......Connie

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THOMAS fill the emptiness in the lives of all people.

The world tells us we can get through difficulties in life by ourselves, that we just need to get over whatever is causing us difficulty and move on.

We don’t need religion.

We don’t need God. God doesn’t exist and if he did he wouldn’t care about what is happening here on earth. That’s what the devil that tempted Jesus tells us every day.

There is God however.

God does care about us.

God wants to protect us from the devil and the world. Jesus says in the reading today that he longs to gather in the people of Jerusalem like a mother hen gathering her chicks.

Pastor Denzil Thomas Atlanta, Mt. Zion, La Plata United Methodist Churches

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in the ocean lest they fall off. The theology of the day insisted God placed the earth and earthlings in the center of the universe.

Everything, even the sun, rotated around us. When Copernicus and Galileo challenged those theories, they got in trouble with the believers who thought they knew all about God. We are still wrestling with God’s truths. A friend of mine was incensed by the suggestion perhaps God took longer that seven twenty-four hour days to create the universe. My friend said, “What makes people think God couldn’t do that?” And, there you have the issue—humans have limitations, and we tend to transfer those limitations to God. With reference to God, the question is never can God do this or that. The question is did He or does He do this or that?

In my “not so brief” life span, I have witnessed numerous concepts we assumed true but were later proven wrong. We should be very, very careful.

People who assume they know God’s ways have a tendency to think more highly of their convictions than they ought to think.

No doubt, they know some of God’s ways; but a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.

by Dr. H. Wade Paris Henry Morgan was a star on the old television show, “What’s My Line?”

He never impressed me as being religious. If anything, he seemed irreligious. Still, on one of the shows he made a comment about God I can’t forget. The East coast was buried in a blizzard that ruined President Kennedy’s inaugural celebration. Everyone, both stars and guests, commented on the inconvenience of the weather. Morgan brought all the weather comments to a halt when he said, “I believe snow is God’s way of showing humankind our limitations. God says, ‘You humans think you are so smart. See what you can do with this.’ Then He quietly lays a crushing blanket of snow over us.”

You don’t have to be a theologian to see the power of God. You may not need to be religious at all. Another time I heard a television mogul who had just produced a show that bombed say, “You want to hear God laugh? Tell Him your plans.”

These truths are disconcerting. Every time we get God figured out, He proves us wrong. Humankind assumed they had God’s world deciphered. It was flat and had four corners. Sailors were dutifully warned not to go too far

Cut To The Chase

Barefoot In The Dirt

By Rebecca French Smith With about a foot and a half of snow on the ground, I am seriously looking forward to spring.

Punxsutawney Phil said it would be here early this year, but one tweet I read called him a hack-I am reconsidering my trust in his predictions. Truth is, spring comes when it comes, and I am ready for it. The first falling snowflakes of winter are beautiful and welcome, but there is nothing quite like the feel of freshly plowed earth beneath your feet and between your toes, or the earthy scent lingering in the garden air. It connects you to the land, to the seed you’re about to plant, in a unique way. It is ... grounding. But for many, they can’t remember the last time they were barefoot in the dirt, if ever.

Recently, a story on Politico, “Agriculture has slipped from D.C.’s radar screen,” piqued my interest, not only because it has been a struggle of late to keep those who produce the nation’s food in the forefront for our national legislators and the President, but because the gap between the farm and the vast majority of the population is widening. It seems we in agriculture and rural America are “singing to the choir “too often and need to reach beyond. Are you listening? If you’re reading this, consider yourself reached out to, whether you’re in agriculture or whether you don’t know the first thing about growing something-perhaps even your houseplants are plastic.

My family grows a large garden-okra, zucchini, tomatoes, green beans, cantaloupe, sugar snap peas, even tried eggplant and green peppers, with which we haven’t had too much success. Even in a good year though, we are chal-

lenged to make the food we grow last more than a few months. Truth is, when I look in my pantry each evening for dinner, there are groceries there I cannot grow. I simply do not have the time or resources to produce everything my family eats, wears or uses. I remind myself to be thankful for the things we’ve grown accustomed to. I could not survive without the practice and passion of farmers who help me live the life I live. Rural America and farmers are a necessity for me. However, people beyond the farm are at least three generations removed from it. They do not readily connect those dots. Many children think

milk comes from a carton, not a cow. While we face different challenges and issues, it will take all of us-both rural and urban-to bridge that gap of understanding. In doing so, we can create harmony at a very polarized time. I am privileged to have space to grow a garden, to put a seed in the ground and watch it grow. It is a simple pleasure that I wish I could enjoy year-roundmaybe a greenhouse is in order. Truth is, we should all go barefoot in the dirt more often. -30-(Rebecca French Smith, of Columbia, Mo. is a multimedia specialist for the Missouri Farm Bureau, the state’s largest farm organization.)

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Brendan Curtis Grade 12 LaPlata FFA What encouraged you to join the FFA? I was encouraged to join the FFA by many friends and members of the community. My friends from other school told me about how much fun they were having in FFA, which made me consider it. I also wanted to be the first of my family to start the FFA tradition. I love agriculture, so it was an easy choice for me to join.

What things about agriculture excite you?

Everything! The excitement of knowing no matter what I do it will help the future is incredible. Farmers of all kinds are who keep this world alive.

Did growing up on a farm influence your choice to join FFA? Being raised on a farm did help. I grew up with agriculture all around me and so I fell in love with it from the start.

What goals have the FFA helped you set?

The FFA has only helped me set a few goals since I’ve only been a part of such a great organization for a few short months. It has encouraged me to go on to technical school to become a welder and helped me map out my plans for the future.

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North Missouri Legion Auxiliary Attend Spring Conference

North Missouri American Legion Lady Auxiliary members: Anita Smith-Milan/Missouri Department 2nd Vice President, Linda MaddoxPresident of Callao Unit 360, Rosie Rhodes-District 1 President, Browning, Lorena Thomas, and Wilma Jobson-Bucklin attended the Missouri American Legion Auxiliary Spring Conference February 15 thru 17 at

the Jefferson City Capital Plaza Hotel. The members discussed 2013 activities and ways to fund Camp Hope. The Missouri American Legion Auxiliary has chosen Camp Hope as their 2013 funding project. Camp Hope provides free outdoor adventures to wounded veterans of the war on terror and active-duty combatwounded military members. Created by Gold Star

parents, William “Mike” and Galia White, the 170acre farm located 70 miles southeast of Lambert-St. Louis Airport in Missouri, was created to honor the memory of their son. Pfc Christopher Neal White, a 23-year-old Marine, killed in action in Al Anbar, Iraq on June 20, 2006. Pictured (left to right): Linda Maddox, Rosie Rhodes, Wilma Jobson, and Lorena Thomas

Put your savings in a place where you can’t spend it easily. This means you should open a savings account at your local bank. Don’t attach a debit card to that account. Don’t keep your savings within your checking account or in a drawer at home--you will be tempted to spend it when it’s easily accessible!

To kick-start your savings habit, you may want to sell some extra things you don’t use anymore.

Do you have any extra items sitting around that you might list in the classifieds, on Craigslist, or on eBay? List them. Should you host a big yard sale this spring? Schedule a date. Find some things, big and small, that you can get rid of.

Imagine a life where you have more margin.

What could you do if you had that savings buffer?

Could you relax more with your family? Get better sleep? Stop rushing to the bank the moment you get handed a check? I assure you: you will make better decisions now for you and your family when you have a cushion of cash to use later.

Ryan Eidson is a financial coach with Copper Coin Coaching in Macon.

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Dan and Lisa Gaughan, John and Louise Gaughan and Roger Garrett surprised Roberta Byers on her birthday Wednesday evening. They visited Karl and Roberta and brought an ice cream cake, apple crisp and ice cream to help her celebrate. She also received several cards and C Y

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Julie Kay Howe, Sheridan and Dalton had lunch with Basil and Marsha Hammons on Sunday.

They brought angel food cake and strawberries to help Marsha celebrate her birthday two days early.

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by Kim Hutcherson

Doug Beldon and John Laye led Church services for the residents and their guests Sunday morning. Those attending were Dale Carr, Birdie Judd, Jim Hill, Blanche Hoffman, Grace Killen, Loreta Wynne, Mary Gertrude Edwards, Larry Vaughn, Isabel Hutcherson, Dorothy Dee Daniel, Marvin Burkhardt, Darrell McDowell, Frank & Martha Mason, and Helen Griswold.

Holly and the residents played Bingo Monday morning. There was a big crowd and everyone won prizes!

The grand prize winners were Helen Griswold, Blanche Hoffman, and Frank Mason. The topic of conversation for the afternoon was the impending snowstorm.

The residents and staff were hoping the weather forecasters were wrong!

Well, unfortunately, the forecasters were right and we had a ton of snow Tuesday! The snow didn’t hold anyone back from having fun! Holly and the residents played the Nintendo Wii Who Wants to be a Millionaire game today, then after lunch, they continued playing the Wii and made some big bucks playing Wheel of Fortune.

The Friendship Design class met Wednesday morning and decided to start decorating for St.Patrick’s Day. They made shamrocks for their doors and immediately went to go hang them for good luck! Pastor Delbert Earlywine, from the Clarence United Methodist Church, led Bible study this afternoon.

The topic of study was “Standing Firm”.

Scripture was read from Philippians 3:17-4:1, 1 Corinthians 15:58.

Thursday morning the residents played several rounds of the popular card game SkipBo. Helen Griswold won the most games. It was time for Bingo again this afternoon. The residents love Bingo on Thursdays since it’s all about their favorite snacks! The grand prize winners were Jane Rainey, Lou Ann Taylor, and Dorothy Dee Daniel.

Clark Dobbs, from the Macon First Baptist Church, led Bible study Friday morning. The study title was “The Reward of Endurance”. Scripture was read from 2 Timothy 2:1-13. We learned that obeying the gospel and remaining faithful for the sake of the gospel requires endurance. Popcorn Bingo was the place to be this afternoon. Holly served popcorn while the residents marked their cards. The grand prize winners were Norma Latimer, Dale Carr, and Loreta Wynne.

Saturday morning, Ronnie Shores came out and visited with everyone and shared his collection of music and story cd’s. Darrell McDowell hosted movie time in the front room this afternoon.

They watched the movie, Runaway.

We would like to offer our very deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Thelma Youse.

Our thank you’s go out to Raena Foreman, Bubba Daniel & Family, and Macon Flea Market for their recent donations to the Care Center. We sincerely appreciate the generosity of our amazing community! Have a wonderful week!

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Even though many people have renewed their interest in personal savings during the past few years, nearly one-third of Americans have no “rainy-day” or “emergency fund” for themselves.

(Sources: Harris Poll; Rasmussen Reports) You never know when your employer may no longer need your current position, or when uncontrollable conditions (such as last year’s drought) lead to much lower business revenue. Your child may need an overnight trip to the emergency room.

Your car might have to go to the shop for some parts after an unexpected breakdown.

Life happens. We don’t plan on these adverse situations. We don’t wish for them to come. Yet, we know that tough times do come, so why not set some money aside for later?

If you’re just getting started with your savings, it may seem hard to put aside $100 per month at first. Once you’ve started your habit (no matter what amount it is), it will be easier for you to continue and put away even more in future months.

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BUCKLIN COMMUNITY NEWS

District Two Legionnaires Attend Spring Conference

North Missouri District Two Legionnaires Jack Griffin District Two Vice Commander, Cory French Trenton Post 31 Adjutant, Terry Smith Milan Post 228, and Ralph Thomas Bucklin Post 57 Commander attended the American Legion Department of Missouri Spring Conference from 15-17 February, in Jefferson City. Legionnaires met to plan 2013 events, chose the state Legion Oratorical winner, and review membership enhancement. Pictured (left to right): front row - Jack Griffin, Terry Smith, Ralph Thomas, and Cory French; back row - Missouri Department Officers: Tom Goodin-Senior Vice Commander, Arthur Wilson Department Commander, Frank Prosser Adjutant, and Lowry FinelyJackson Assistant Adjutant.

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by Doris Noah

This five generation picture was taken recently. Seated is Bucklin resident Otha Vobornik,great- great-grandfather. Otha is holding little William (Liam) Michael Lewis. Standing (left to right) - Kyra (Lake) Brehm, grandmother; Michael Kyle Lewis, father; and Carol Ann (Vobornik) Lake great-grandmother.

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No matter what turkey gun you use, you need to do three things before taking it hunting.

First, shoot it at a turkey head target to make sure it hits where it is aimed. Guns that shoot nearly a foot off the point of aim are not unheard of and that means a missed or wounded bird.

Individual guns can be picky about shot size and load. Try several loads to find one your gun shoots best.

Finally, find out how far your gun shoots a good pattern. That is your maximum range.

The “best” range for most 12-gauge guns is about 40 yards and 30 yards for a 20-gauge.

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In early spring you need to slow down and become intimate with the lake or river before you get close to likely trout hideouts. Trout like to hide under logs, behind rocks, near overhanging branches, and along banks. At times, especially during peak feeding activity, they will drop downstream to the tail of the pool or surface out away from the bank.

If you can spot fish that are a good distance from cover, you can bet they will be eager to strike.

However, a slow-motion stalk is required. Stay low and use the surrounding cover to sneak up on the fish. Lake fishermen should idle or drift into the area they saw fish, keeping a casting-distance away.

Another advantage of stalking trout is you get to see how fish react to your lure or presentation.

Trout that are visible can teach valuable lessons that you learn only when you stalk your prey, just like you were hunting.

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POINT OF VIEW February 27th, 2013: It is all in your point of view.

When seen from the living room window with a cup of hot coffee watching the snow plow passing by and a variety of birds feasting on seed under the snow covered cedar branches the snowy day is beautiful.

From the cab of a truck that is stuck in front of a drifted shut gate, a cow due to calve out in the pasture when you want her in the barn and no letup of the snow in sight this Tuesday morning the day is at best a challenge and at worst a mess. By the time this news gets to your WHITE BASS will probhand the snow White bass are one of our most ably gone popularbe gamefish and the(or most not) but exciting time to fish for them that is their what going on in is during annualis spring spawning run up streams and Bucklin this day. The rivers across America.

When water temperatures moisture is very welreach the low 50s, whites start moving upstream out of theit lakes come so reckon could be and reservoirs until they reach a dam or other obstacle that blocks called a messy blessing. their travel. Here they stack up and least continually gorgegrandkids themselves At the and waiting for the magic 55-degree mark to complete their spawn.dog love their big black Hungry, aggressive white bass every of they it. aren’t toominute picky about what will eat, but 1/8- to 1/4-ounce WELCOME curlytail or hair jigs are most popular, with in-line spinners COMPANY coming in a close second. White is usually best, but chartreuse, Nellie Hill had two of yellow, pink, and other bright shades will work too. her grandchildren Dane A plate full of fried white bass with some potatoes and onions is Roberts from Germany hard to beat. and Cort Roberts from Stacey King is a member of the Texas at her home recentBass Pro Shops® Pro Fishing Team ly. The boys are sons of For more tips, log onto the basspro.com late Geraldine (Hill) and click on & Tips Roberts.NewsNellie, their Aunt Darline Briggs and guest Gayla Corbin enjoyed supper Month wk #3 and a good visit at

Nellie’s home just south est pilot in the fleet of U. of town.

S. Air. When the merger OUCH goes through between Vernon Payne had ex- U.S. Air and American tensive back surgery at Airlines Jared and Tracy Boone Hospital in Co- will be coworkers. They lumbia mid-February. were born and raised here, He is home and concen- one just east of town and trating on daily therapy. one just to the west, and His address is 603 Hick- now they are allover the ory Street, Bucklin, Mo. country.

64631if you would like to QUESTION AND send a card his way as he ANSWER mends.

Once again this column A SMALL WORLD is the avenue for needed AFTER ALL information. Does anyTracy Briggs was near- one remember what year ly two years old when he the food stand was built in noticed his first airplane. the park? While doing the From that day he had a dishes Sunday at the Chili single goal. He wanted dinner discussion cento be a pilot. Nothing else tered about the proposed TURKEY BIG BASS was even 101 considered. Tra- renovation or complete When it comes to spring No time of year holds as rich cyhunting, worked toof earn money rebuild ofbassthe food stand. turkey getting out a potential for catching big bed and into the woods early is as March. forto yourhis education after How long critical success.

The reason is simple: At has the present Turkeys are most vocal at no other time is such a large graduating from Buckone been dawn, so when the light is still percentage of the adult bass there? No one dim it is often possible to close population concentrated close to lin High School. When around the kitchen knew. the distance and get to a gobbler shore, where most of us do our thathe is stillhad on the roost.

Your best at catching them. enough saved he A search of the Bucklin chances will be better if you As the first warm days of locate the roost thecollege. evening March arrive, major changes that went to His goal History Book turned up before the hunt. Use locator calls dramatically alter the angling to help find the roost trees. picture begin to occur in the bass was clear to him.

Since no answer.

Please call Don’t crowd the roost even world. Daylight lengthens and if you have darkness and goodBriggs 1985 Tracy has 695-3600 if you have an wind patterns start to shift with cover. Eighty yards is close more breezes blowing in from continued love of flyenough.

Keep a lookouthis for the south.answer.

Water temperatures gobblers that are on the fringe of edge upward. Bass begin to stir, working now as a pilot Another question was the ing roost and not calling. These moving first from deep lake birds may be even more likely hangouts to transition depths of with Airlines. asked as to when the Comto come to yourAmerican first calls if the 8 to 15 feet, then eventually even dominant tom still has hens. closer to shore, to the sun-baked Another Bucklin High munity Building was conMake your first calls very soft shallows where baitfish are most yelps and purrs and use a decoy abundantstructed. and spawning soon The will School graduate, Jared answer to if it is legal in your area. Do not take place. overWilliams, call. Let the gobblershares come Rising that water temperatures Tracy’s question was found in find you. increase the bass’ metabolism, encouraging feeding. love of the airplane. Jared theheavy Bucklin History Book.

Brenda Valentine is member of went to college with the This is taken from the the RedHead® Pro Hunting Team Edwin Evers is a member of the Bass Pro Shops® Fishing Team goal of becoming a li1966Proissue it reads: ‘a need For more tips, log onto censed pilot felt for a community basspro.com and click on and worked For was more tips, log onto News & Tips and click on to achieve that goal. After basspro.com house of some kind and in News & Tips graduation Jared indeed 1949 a building was conwas hired to fly and today structed in the city park Month wk #4 Month wk #5 at age 27 is the young- which we call the Shelter House. Auctions were held to help raise funds for the construction’.

ODDS ‘N ENDS Our lettuce seed is resting safe and happy under all this snow. It was sown on the snow February 17th, and now 13 inches of snow has fallen on top of it. We should have enough lettuce for the entire neighborhood.

We have eight beautiful hens in our backyard. Today we got seven big eggs.

Jenny is the only one not producing so my husband mentioned Colonel Sanders where she could hear him. That may get her on the nest right quick.

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Farm Bureau Members Briefed On Legislative And Market Issues

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – In spite of a pending snowstorm, over 250 Farm Bureau members arrived in Jefferson City for their annual state Commodity Conference and Legislative Briefing. The weather didn’t hamper the meeting, however, as members learned of a proposed tax increase for transportation needs, beneficial changes in farm truck regulations, possible impacts of federal spending sequestration and the crop season weather forecast.

Those attending the Feb. 25-26 conference also found time to meet with their elected officials at the State Capitol and enjoy a legislative banquet.

They heard from speakers like Mike Steenhoek of the Soy Transportation Coalition, who said as the

U.S. struggles to maintain and improve its transportation infrastructure, international competitors are gaining ground upgrading ports, river and rail transportation at a faster, more efficient pace. Steenhoek suggested writing bigger checks is not the answer to projects such as new locks and dams. “We need to look at alternative funding mechanisms that provide money up front and with greater certainty.

We should explore the potential for foreign investment,” he said, adding we should be better stewards of maintaining our present transportation system.

Missouri Highway Commissioner Rudy Farber opened a panel discussion on a proposed 1 cent general sales tax specifically for transportation

needs. Also on the panel were State Senator Mike Kehoe and Missouri Department of Transportation Director Kevin Keith.

Farber said the tax would raise $7.9 billion over a 10-year period. Renewal of the tax would require voter approval. Keith said 100 percent of the funds would remain in Missouri, with 5 percent earmarked for county use and 5 percent for city use. Farber mentioned the state was in danger of losing federal highway cost share dollars because the state is having difficulty maintaining its matching share.

Bob Young, American Farm Bureau’s chief economist, spoke about how sequestration will affect spending and the federal budget. He likened the cuts to a family trying to

pay down a $37,000 debt with only $850. Bryce Anderson, meteorologist with DTN, said temperatures should moderate this growing season, compared to last year, but expect precipitation to remain below normal. And, Cory Winstead of Agrivisor gave an outlook on commodity markets.

Northeast Missouri area elected officials and the farm leaders attending the legislative dinner from Adair-Schuyler County Farm Bureau are from left to right: Representative Craig Redmon, 2nd District, Michael O’Brien, Senator Brian Munzlinger, 18th Senatorial District, Donna O’Brien, Bob Jackson, Andy Jackson, Jack Winkleman, and Representative Nate Walker, 3rd District.

Tri-County All Conference Ball Teams The Tri-County Basketball All-Conference Boys for 2012-13 include the 1st Team: Ty Stillwell MVP of Linn Co., Tanner Riggins of La Plata, Josh Allen of Linn Co., Lance Weber of Atlanta and Alex Porter of Bucklin/ Macon Co. The 2nd Team was Colby Peukert of Bevier, Seth Brown of La Plata, Bryar Bookout of Linn Co., Matt Safley of La Plata, and Dylan Hruska of Atlanta.

Honorable Mention

went to: Hayden Housman of Brashear, Brett Peukert of Bevier, Dillan Nolte of Bucklin/Macon Co., Trent Rodman of Novinger, and Carter King of Green City.

The Coach of the Year was Jason Daniels.

The Tri-County Conference Girls Basketball Teams for 2012-13 include the 1st Team: McKay Belt MVP of La Plata, Samantha Reed of Atlanta, Emily Sorenson of Green City, Bailey Ratcliff of Bucklin/ Macon Co., and Beth Ashenfelter of Bevier.

The 2nd Team was Maci Hullinger of Linn Co, .Kailey Grinder of Bucklin/Macon Co., Taylor Hedworth of Bevier, Ashton Ross of Atlanta, Alicia Albrecht of Green City and Emily Reardon of Novinger.

Honorable Mention went to Samantha Jett of La Plata, Hannah Larson of La Plata, Shelby Salter of Brashear, and Kerstin Wilson of Linn Co. Coach of the Year wass Steve Lightle.

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ketball Records 2012-13 were: Girls Conference Overall: Bucklin/Macon Co. 6-1 15-8, LaPlata 6-1 16-11, Atlanta 5-2 12-15, Bevier 3-4 7-16, Linn Co. 3-4 13-11, Green City 2-5 11-16, Novinger 2-5 4-20, and Brashear 1-6 4-18.

Boys Conference Overall: Atlanta 6-1 11-15, La Plata 6-1 15-11, Linn Co 6-1 19-7, Bevier 3-4 1312, Bucklin/Macon Co 3-4 12-11, Green City 2-5 9-17, Novinger 2-5 7-17, and Brashear 0-7 2-21.

Letter To The Editor This is a rebuttal of certain facts concerning a story that was published in The Home Press edition of February 20, 2013 under a large headline entitled “Brad Buck Paint & Body Lives On”.

This issue has always been about zoning law enforcement. It wasn’t about the City of La Plata trying to keep someone from opening a business. The zoning laws were enacted

by City Councils years ago. They do protect citizens from nuisance neighbors, etc.

It is the proper job of the City Administrator to see that these laws are carried out. As of this date, the City of La Plata has never issued or received a request from Mr. Buck or his girlfriend for a building permit. The reason Mr. Buck’s girlfriend is involved is that he chose to build it on her property and not his. A permit was issued to construct a “GARAGE” to a Construction Company for this location. No business was indicated. Ten days later code enforcement officer signed off on the construction permit for a “GARAGE”. Again no business was indicated. When interviewed by the Mayor later, the Code enforcement officer again stated no mention of a business was made.

According to the article, the fact that City Administrator didn’t know this was a business on this property seemed to

be a large negative. He had no reason to suspect a business was being constructed as a “GARAGE” in most cases is legal and the code enforcement officer had approved it.

Someone did call City Hall weeks after the business was open and asked if a license was required in the City of La Plata. In the article it would appear that this happened before the business was open, but it didn’t.

Upon finding out that he may have problems keeping his business open, Mr. Buck came to City Hall and became very agitated and kept saying “They” told him it was ok. When questioned as to who “They” were, he clearly stated his contractor.

The City of La Plata is not against Mr. Buck starting a business. However, when code and zoning laws are clearly violated it causes problems for all parties.

Most of these mentioned points and others were discussed in open forum at a City Council meeting in December 2012.

The records; copies of permits; etc., is public record and available for viewing at City Hall upon request.

This rebuttal was prepared by the Mayor, so, any questions or complaints should be directed to him.

Charlie Thompson Mayor, City of La Plata

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The snow did come as predicted. Thursday, February 21st we had a blizzard snow storm. It came about 6 inches of snow and windy on Thursday with 2 inches more on Friday. School was out and most traffic and travel ground to a halt. The weekend prediction is more snow to follow this next week. We’ll see what happens. The full moon is beautiful on the snow covered ground, but boy it is COLD. Sharron Burns enjoyed supper with Amy Burns at Funny Pages in Moberly Wednesday evening.

Last Saturday Marilyn Sinnock visited Donna Smithson and 4 grandsons while Danny has his sale.

Carolyn Hill and Marilyn Sinnock went shopping in Moberly last Sunday.

Ralph Laird came to clean out Donna and Buddy Seibold’s driveway after the snow storm.

Neighbors Damon and Mike Jacobs also came to clean out the driveway for Rich and Sharron Burns.

You can’t beat the friendly helpers we have in our midst.

Karen and Walter Manigold visited Fairy Worcester, Howard and Tawyna Worcester and Shawn Haache Sunday evening.

Marilyn Sinnock accompanied Donna Smithson to a doctor’s appointment in Columbia Tuesday.

Carla Easley was a recent visitor in the Linda

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by Verna Buck

Raymond Buck has been busy keeping his neighbors driveways cleared. Thanks.

Jackie and Lavon Eitel enjoyed supper at Moose Lodge on Wednesday evening in Kirksville.

Lavon attended the meeting while there.

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and Gary Pyle home.

Jeremy and Roger Jay Jarman had lunch with Mary and Roger Jarman Sunday.

Janice Summers call on Donna and Bud Seibold Sunday.

LaPlata Community Fire District met Monday evening with Danny Smithson, Ray Ivy, Steve Shipp, James Repogle and Richard Burns attending.

Richard Burns attended the Habitat for Humanity meeting held Tuesday in the Kirksville Chamber of Commerce with 7 present. They will be starting a new house in March in Kirksville.

Barry Richardson and wife Sammie hand children Ozzie, Zadey, Zoey and Ezezuel came to Gifford Christian Church Sunday morning to deliver the message. Braving the cold and snow conditions were Roger Jarman, Mac McRay, Chad and Amanda, Claire and Morgan Belfield, Rich and Sharron Burns, Kirby Bailey, Debbie Newland, Kim and Leighton Shoop, Donna Kelly, Jean Elliot, Donna Gray. The group met briefly to discuss the 100th church anniversary celebration to be held June 30, 2013. They will be making a memorial cookbook to help remember all the wonderful cooks who attended the church. They also discussed the Ham and Bean Supper to take place March 20th.

Linda Lyle recently visited her mother who was hospitalized in Branson.

Marge Stow of Macon visited Saturday, February 23rd with Marteena Gunnels at La Plata Nursing Home.

Peggy Thomas was in Columbia February 28th for a doctor appointment.

She returned home and will be confined to bed due to a back injury for a while.

Sunday dinner guests on February 24th of Verna Buck were Mike Buck, W.R. and Barbara Buck, Nancy, Eva and Furisa and Bobbi Hamlin. Joyce Buck was an evening caller.

Willie Tuggle was an overnite patient at Columbia hospital on February 22nd after undergoing some surgery on his leg.

Jerry Thomas and Linda Moore accompanied Peggy Thomas to Columbia February 20th for a doctor appointment.

Sherry Pippin assisted Candi Ralston with the nursing home birthday party on Friday, February 22nd. Angel Food cakes were provided by Verna Buck and Bingo prizes and gifts by Buck Bros.

Sunnyslope. Those having birthdays were John Hood, Iris Gramling and Joan Gilliland.

Those joining Red Roberts for music on Monday nite at La Plata Nursing Home were Glen and Sherry Pippin, Jana Russon, Jack and Bety Settle of Ethel, Jim Overstreet of Kirksville, Carl Campbell and Tom Ruttinger and Joyce Groom of Kirksville. Glen and Sherry Pippin visited Stella Tuggle while there. She plans on going home on Friday, March 1st.

Janice Summers visited last Saturday afternoon with Verna Buck. Mike Buck visited throughout the week..

Heartland Headlines

by Kathy Nickerson

A team of construction workers, electricians, and plumbers from Heartland drove to South Dakota last weekend. They will spend this week doing building projects for our friends who minister on the reservations in that area. Paul Mitchell, the former head cheese maker at Heartland creamery, is devoting much of his time now to working with our friends in South Dakota.

This particular mission team is an interesting mix.

It is the first trip for some of these men who would never have the chance to minister overseas. Because of their past mistakes, many of them can not apply for a passport to leave the United States

even for a humanitarian cause. Yet, they are eager to show their gratitude to God by serving others.

This trip provides a perfect opportunity. The needs on the Native American reservations are great.

And, these gentlemen each have a skill that can be put to good use. They also have stories of how God’s amazing grace set them free from alcohol, or drugs, or the depths of despair.

Those stories are the most important thing our team takes to a people who struggle with similar problems. We are glad to send men with hammers and drills. We are even happier to send men with hope.

Atalpal II Atalpal II met February 14, 2013, at a local restaurant, from 3-6 P.M, with fourteen members and two guests, Donna Kelly and Pam Wares, present. Jean Bruce and Donna Zurcher were also hostesses for the accompanying Valentine Party. At Donna’s absence due to illness, Pam Wares co-hosted.

President Sharron Burns opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, and to the flag of the State of Missouri.

Secretary and Treasurer’s report were accepted.

Yearly dues were paid.

Courtesy - None.

Correspondence None.

Old Business - Dues are due.

New Business - The Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1:30 6:00 P.M., on Monday, March 4, at the La Plata

Christian Church. A sheet was passed out for volunteer workers and food.

The next meeting will be held l March 14, 2013, with Sharron Burns as hostess, and Lenora Grear as Program chair. The meeting concluded with the reading of the Club Collect in unison.

Refreshments of cucumber sandwiches, rollups, Valentine cookies, and decorated cupcakes were served.

Attendees played “Crazy Bridge”, with no bidding, different trumps each hand, sometimes not even getting to look at the cards, but playing blind, and occasionally the winning and loosing hands changing scores. Players changed partners each hand, so there was much confusion and moving about. It was a fun and playful party.

La Plata Community Fire Protection District Meeting Notice The Board of Directors of the La Plata Community Fire Protection District will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday, March 18, 2013 at 8:00 p.m. in the Depot Inn Meeting Room.

Agenda items will include payment of bills, financial report, Fire Chief Report and other items pertaining to the daily operation of the District. This is an open meeting and all patrons are welcome to attend.

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Week Grant Gregory LaPlata FFA What encouraged you to join the FFA? My past in agriculture encouraged me to become involved with other like-minded young people.

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Earning degrees in FFA and learning about new agricultural technologies both excite me.

Did growing up on a farm influence your decision to join the FFA? Growing up on my grandfather's farm definitely influenced my choice to join FFA. As a child, the only career path I could think of was in an agricultural field.

What is your SAE? My SAE is raising beef cattle with my dad. My duties include building fence, spreading hay, feeding, and working cattle.

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LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWS

Just Human Interest…

With Steve Chant

(Part One)

By Sharon Coram, Home Press Staff Sometimes there’s no angle to a story, no intent at the outcome. There may or may not be a hero.

Sometimes it’s just something or someone interesting that you want to share.

This is one of those stories.

It’s just human interest…

When I first decided I wanted to interview Steve Chant, I had no idea what I was going to write about or even why I wanted to write about him. I just knew he sounded interesting, and it turned out that he was.

When I walked into his studio, I felt like I had entered a foreign country. I suppose his accent added to the effect. Steve was born in Scotland, “a highlander” but moved to London when he was around 5 years old, which is where the accent comes from, but he says he can slip into Scottish at times.

Again, as I walked into the studio, I was immedi-

ately overwhelmed with equipment, buttons, flashing lights, and the most incredible sounding music I had ever heard. It was just like what you might see in a movie. The sound board, the speakers, the computers and the glass wall dividing the control room and the isolation booth.

He gave me a quick tour and I noticed things I would definitely want to ask him about, including pictures he took of the Royal Albert Hall in London and signed artwork from the Moody Blues first album “Days of the Future Past”, but the first question after hearing his British accent, of course, was “How did you end up in Macon?”

He told me he had been on tour and met his future wife Polly while at Busch Arena in St. Louis. They met briefly, exchanged email addresses, and corresponded for about two years. He would visit her when he had the chance and she would go visit him when she wasn’t busy

with the restaurant (Polly used to own China Garden). Finally, he made the decision that he wanted to marry her. While he was on tour with Mutemath, they had a concert in Nashville. The production manager of the entourage arranged the entire wedding including having Polly flown down. The wedding happened, complete with wedding attire and photography and very shortly after, Steve was back on a bus, off again for two weeks to finish the tour! Once he returned, they bought the home they are now living in and he relocated to Macon.

“We never got around to having a honeymoon but this cruise I am going on next week around the Caribbean…it’s work, but Polly has always wanted to do a cruise, so I’m taking her with me.” (He is working the 2013 Moodies Cruise.)

He has been a sound engineer for 28 years and is self-taught, which amazed me when I looked at the sound console with all of

its buttons, sliders, knobs and gadgets. He said he basically just started playing with the buttons to see what they did! But, being self-taught did not stop him from being the sound engineer (among other jobs such as Front of House engineer, Monitor engineer, Tour Manager and Production Manager) for bands and singers such as The Moody Blues, The Who, Toto, Amy Winehouse, Gabrielle, Incubus, Billy Ocean, Annie Lennox and the Eurhythmics, Mutemath, Jimmy Cliff, Natasha Bedingfield, DJ Shadow, Busta Rhymes, Marcus Miller and Brendan Benson and my personal favorite which left me star struck, Sting!

(Steve says they call him Gordan. I later found out that is Sting’s actual name. The funny thing is I thought Steve said they called him “Golden” which made perfect sense to me because of the song “Fields of Gold!”)

Watch for Part II Coming Soon.

by Jayne Roberts Callao Christian Church Weekly Update Those Serving Sunday March 3rd: Prayer Requests/Ben: Larry Peter.

Communion Devotion: Rick Gann. Scripture Reading: Bob Gress. Head Table: Bruce Masten/Bernard Hepworth. Greeters: Jim & Rowena Willis.

Usher: Jeff Stacy. Audio: Josh Bunse. Nursery: Linda McElhaney. Shut-Ins: Rick Gann.

SAVE THE DATES!!

March 7th is Men’s Day at Central Christian College. Speaker: Jon Weece.

Sign-up sheet in foyer.

April 18th is Women’s Day at Central Christian College. Speaker: Anne Menear. Sign-up sheet in foyer.

March 17th is Silly Supper, prepared & served by the Youth.

March 31st is Resurrection Day. May 5th-8th at 7 pm is Revival at Callao Christian Church. Evangelist: Seth Wortman. Music: Dave Melton Family.

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Macon Police Department News Releases On 02/17/13, the Macon Police Department responded to a report of a theft in the 200 block of Dameron Street. Upon arrival, the victim described a red Honda Elite scooter as being stolen during the overnight hours of 02/16/13. The scooter is valued at approximately $600.00. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Macon Police Department.

On 02/20/13 at approximately 11:09am, the Macon Police Department was notified of a possible forgery incident. A Macon Police Officer responded to the call. Upon arrival, documents which appeared to be forged were presented to the officer for further investigation.

On 02/21/13 at approximately 12:45pm, a victim reported to the Macon Police Department reporting fraudulent bank activity. The victim was contacted by a bank wanting

to confirm the victim was wanting to open a banking account as a follow up to correspondence the banking institution had received. The victim had not made contact with the bank to open an account and the bank cancelled the account. At this time, the victim believed it was a part of a scam from overseas.

On 02/22/13 at approximately 9:19pm, an employee of a business in the 500 block of East Briggs reported a shoplifting incident had occurred. The employee gave a description of the individuals involved & explained they left the area before the employee was able to call the Macon Police Department. The employee also gave a vehicle description.

An estimate of the items taken was not available at the time of the report. Further investigation led officers to obtain evidence at the scene.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Fourth Graders Present CAT Program

Mr. Lyon’s 4th grade class presented the CAT program on Monday, February 25. After saying the Pledge of Allegiance, and singing “This Land is Your Land”, the 4th graders gave facts about the Federal and State governments. They will soon be taking a field trip to the State Capitol. (Photo by Sharon Coram)

by Patty Truitt

Life can get messy.

That’s why we are here to help.

Maid To Perfection

Has everyone had enough SNOW? I know I have had enough snow and cold for this year and I am ready for Spring.

Thursday February 21 we had approximately 8 inches of snow. So many people were snowed in and couldn’t get to work.

I was so glad I am off on Thursday and I thought I had it made. That was until about 8 that night when my patio roof broke in the middle and came falling down. It was still fastened to the house and what was under it was safe.

Saturday February 23 the Community Betterment held an EXPO at the VFW Hall in Clarence.

About 150 people attended and the exhibitors had everything from perfume and jewelry to hand made items.The Community Betterment Group served breakfast and lunch and were pleased with the turnout. My friend Carolyn Hill said she went and it was a very nice day. She was pleased with all the vendors’ booths.

Saturday the 23rd was the 8th birthday of Miss Norma Wood. She had countless activities to celebrate. She spent some time with Grandma Brenda Thorton and family. Then she was the birthday girl at a party given by her grandma and grandpa Patty and Kenny Truitt. Everyone enjoyed a Spaghetti Supper and a beautiful cake. Present

was the Birthday Girl, sister Bella, Mom and Dad, aka Raymond and Jessica Wood, Grandpa Kenny and Grandma Patty, cousins J.T. Thorton and Derek Wood.

After the party Norma and Bella spent the night with Grandma and Grandpa and watched a movie.

On Sunday morning they went to Sunday School and Church with Grandma.

I attended church Sunday morning at the Clarence Christian Church where we are doing an inept study of “The Story”

by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee. The adults all meet together and study a chapter for Sunday School. The children study the children’s version. At church the Dan preaches on the chapter we just studied. On Sunday night we have Bible Study and ask any questions we have on the chapter of the week.

By the time the year is over we will have studied the whole Bible and know the whole Story.

Sunday afternoon Kenny and I did something we have wanted to do for years. We had profession photos taken of us. John McMurry from McMurry Studios in Atlanta came to our home and took pictures. Some we were casual and with our two dogs.

We changed cloths several times and took pictures all around our house. John was very professional and

I can’t wait till he is finished going through all the shots and we can go for our viewing and order the ones we like best. If you are thinking of family pictures I recommend McMurry Studios.

Tuesday the Midwest got another snow storm and this time we got 8-10 inches of very wet snow.

The winds were high and the snow drifted.

Schools across the area were called off and the kids have spent Tuesday and Wednesday building snowmen and snow forts.

The state, county, and city crews have worked day and night to keep the roads clear. The electric companies have been kept busy because of several power outages.

I was up at 4:30 Tuesday morning and called in to work. I was afraid I would get to Macon and not get back home. About 5 the extra weight of the wet snow caused our patio roof to go ahead and collapse completely. So now I am waiting for the insurance adjusters to come. I am sure many other people are doing the same thing.

The weather is now so bad that the Senior Center called off our Wednesday night card game. Oh how I wish Spring would hurry up and get here.

Everyone stay warm and have a very blessed week.

Patty

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Hello, my name is Jane Montgomery and I am a resident at Macon Health Care Center and am also the Residents Council secretary and part of the Newswriting club as well.

At Macon Health Care the Residents council meets monthly in the Activity room. Our January meeting took place on the 31st.

Eleven residents were present and five staff members. Our new activity department was introduced.

Sara Bugg is the new Activity Director. Sara is new to the Macon area.

She and her family moved here a year ago from Sedalia, MO. We also have a new Activity Assistant,

Lynsey Farmer. Lynsey has lived around this area all her life and is currently a student at MACC. Our new members join Dana Sumpter, Activity assistant. Dana and her family live in Jacksonville.

During residents council we discuss the various activities and care of our residents. We discuss successes and also take suggestions to improve our everyday goals!

The resident’s council also makes sure that these improvements have been made and our residents are happy.

Here at Macon Health Care Center we have several volunteers that help enrich our lives tremen-

dously with their talents and care. To name just a few, several churches come to worship with us, as well as Rev. Clark Dobbs, Rev. Jim Bolin, David Foster and his wife Larraine. We have several schools that provide programs for our residents and the Activity Dept. keeps us busy with new projects every day. As always we welcome volunteers.

If interested in volunteering please contact Sara Bugg, Lynsey Farmer or Dana Sumpter at 660-3855797.

Have a Blessed Day, Jane Montgomery.

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U.S. Army Airborne to Pay Tribute to “First Jump” Team Ceremony Set for March 1, 2013. Honors First Parachute Jump from an Airplane --March 1, 1912 at Historic Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.

U.S. Congresswoman Ann Wagner to Deliver Keynote and LTG John Miller to Address Airborne Spirit & Legacy Something dramatic and historic occurred on March 1, 1912 at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. The first parachute jump from an airplane took place establishing a military capability that played an important role in helping secure freedom in the world.

At noon, on Friday, March 1, 2013 five famous U.S. Army Airborne units will pay tribute to the members of that “First

Jump” team ¬and to the men and women who served as U.S. Army paratroopers since that time.

St. Louis businessman Thomas Benoist had the idea for the original jump to show a “pusher biplane” he designed was capable of carrying two men, one of whom would drop from the aircraft. Also, that pilots like Anthony Jannus who trained at Benoist’s aviation school, were capable of controlling the aircraft’s flight. Further, that a parachutist, Captain Albert Berry, the son of a balloonist, could successfully parachute from 1,500 feet onto the Parade Ground at Jefferson Barracks.

To commemorate the 101st anniversary of the

“first jump”, Lewis Sanborn, 83, a Master Parachutist and veteran of the 82nd Airborne, will represent five sponsoring units by parachuting onto the parade grounds at 12:45 p.m. Watching his feat will be hundreds of dignitaries, invited military guests and the public.

Two monuments will be dedicated prior to the jump ¬ a pedestal marker with the story of the original jump, and a granite tribute stone to members of the five sponsor Army Airborne Units: the 82nd Airborne, the 101st Airborne, the 173rd Airborne, the 187th Airborne, and the Special Forces (Airborne).

Congresswoman Wagner will share thoughts on her work in Washington DC, as well as assignments as a U.S. ambassador and other leadership positions she has held.

She also will speak as a military mother with a son serving in the 101st .

LTG Miller, now retired, has served in the

All District La Plata Lions Club The La Plata Lions Club met January 22, 2013 at the La Plata Presbyterian Family Life Center at 7:00 p.m.

Boys BB The meeting was called to order by President, Robert Wheeler. Gary Smith led the pledge to the American Team Flag. Invocation was given by Richard Burns. the evening meal the group was entertained Announced by After Paula Gough, the District Engineer of the Missouri

The player named as the Most Valuable Player was Clay Pollard. Also making the team were: Tanner Riggins, Lucas Daniel, Kason Spratt, Alex Porter, Lance Weber, Brett Peukert, Seth Brown, Matt Safley, Hayden Housman.

The Coach was Ryan Wood.

Department of Transportation. She discussed the method of operation for this part of Missouri and how the roads are cared for by the Department of Transportation.

Thanks was given to her for her explanation of the procecdures this department does to keep our roads travelable.

Present for the meeting were John and Debie Becker, Richard and Sharron Burns, Gary and Donna Clarkson, Don and Dana Miller, Frank Scott, Marvin and Betty Seidt, Gary Smith, Ed and Linda Swinney and Robert and Charlotte Wheeler.

Celebrate Red Cross Month

By Getting Involved During Red Cross Month, the March 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at American Red Cross invites everyone HyVee Food Store, 500 N. Baltimore in to support their communities by giving Kirksville, Mo. blood or platelets, volunteering, taking Macon County a class or making a financial donation.

March 18 from 1-6 p.m. at First Those involved enable the Red Cross to Christian Church, 806 E. Briggs in continue to help people prevent, prepare Macon, Mo. for and respond to emergencies.

March 19 from 2-6 p.m. at Macon Like the emergency room of a County R IV School New Cambria, 501 hospital, the Red Cross must be prepared S. Main in New Cambria, Mo. to respond to patient needs around the March 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at clock. With the generous support of blood Missouri Department of Transportation, donors, the Red Cross can help ensure 26826 N. Highway 63 in Macon, Mo. all patients have the blood products they How to donate blood need, no matter when or where.

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Adair County The American Red Cross shelters, shoots a good pattern. That Trout that are visible can teach March 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.gun feedsrange. and provides emotional support is at your maximum valuable lessons that you learn onlyto The “best” range for most when you stalk your prey, just like Adair County Annex Building, 300 12-gauge N. victims guns is about 40 of yardsdisasters;yousupplies were hunting. about 40 and 30 yards for a 20-gauge.

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military for 34 years, highlighted by commanding the 101st Airborne Division at Fort Campbell, KY. He is a much decorated, two-tour Vietnam veteran.

He earned the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Parachutist Badge, Air Assault Badge and Army Staff ID Badge. He is a graduate of Southwest Missouri State in Mathematics and holds a Masters of Science in Operational Research Analysis from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

He has completed the Officer Basic and Advanced Infantry Courses, the Army’s Command and General Staff College and the U.S. Army War College.

The Scott Air Force Base Band will perform and the 1175th Military Police Honor Guard of St. Clair, Mo. will present the colors. A joint committee of the five airborne units has raised funds for the monuments and planned the program. Paratroopers throughout the area are invited, and expected to

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attend. “The 1912 event changed warfare, especially in WWII,” explained Bob Beller, chairman of the Joint Committee and member of the Gateway Chapter of the 82nd Airborne. “Airborne units are still integral to special military operations today.”

Invited dignitaries include Missouri and local officials; Colonel Richard Chapman, Commander Missouri Air National Guard at JB; Charlie Dooley, St. Louis County Supervisor; and representatives of the five airborne units. The noon dedication event will be held rain or shine. The parachute jump is slated for 12:45 p.m., winds and weather permitting.

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WHITE BASS

White bass are one of our most popular gamefish and the most exciting time to fish for them is during their annual spring spawning run up streams and rivers across America.

When water temperatures reach the low 50s, whites start moving upstream out of the lakes and reservoirs until they reach a dam or other obstacle that blocks their travel. Here they stack up and continually gorge themselves waiting for the magic 55-degree mark to complete their spawn.

Hungry, aggressive white bass aren’t too picky about what they will eat, but 1/8- to 1/4-ounce curlytail or hair jigs are most popular, with in-line spinners coming in a close second. White is usually best, but chartreuse, yellow, pink, and other bright shades will work too.

A plate full of fried white bass with some potatoes and onions is hard to beat.

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TURKEY 101

When it comes to spring turkey hunting, getting out of bed and into the woods early is critical to your success.

Turkeys are most vocal at dawn, so when the light is still dim it is often possible to close the distance and get to a gobbler that is still on the roost. Your chances will be better if you locate the roost the evening before the hunt. Use locator calls to help find the roost trees.

Don’t crowd the roost even if you have darkness and good cover. Eighty yards is close enough. Keep a lookout for gobblers that are on the fringe of the roost and not calling. These birds may be even more likely to come to your first calls if the dominant tom still has hens.

Make your first calls very soft yelps and purrs and use a decoy if it is legal in your area. Do not over call. Let the gobbler come find you.

BIG BASS

No time of year holds as rich a potential for catching big bass as March.

The reason is simple: At no other time is such a large percentage of the adult bass population concentrated close to shore, where most of us do our best at catching them.

As the first warm days of March arrive, major changes that dramatically alter the angling picture begin to occur in the bass world. Daylight lengthens and wind patterns start to shift with more breezes blowing in from the south. Water temperatures edge upward. Bass begin to stir, moving first from deep lake hangouts to transition depths of 8 to 15 feet, then eventually even closer to shore, to the sun-baked shallows where baitfish are most abundant and spawning soon will take place.

Rising water temperatures increase the bass’ metabolism, encouraging heavy feeding.

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