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Wednesday, May 23, 2012

A HOLE IN ONE TWICE!

What is the chance that a golfer will make a hole in one? Extremely rare. What are the chances of one player making two holes-in-one in the same round: 67 million to 1. But that’s what Logan Smith, 13, of La Plata did Friday, May 18, 2012 at the La Plata Golf Course. Smith was on fire when he accomplished what many golfers only dream about. He sank a hole in one on greens #3 (174 yards) AND #8 (147 yards). Golfers present said little Logan needed “cement shoes” to contain his excitement. Congratulations to Logan Smith as he achieved the seemingly impossible!!!

Diana Scott To Run For State Representative

Atlanta C-3 held graduation ceremonies on Sunday, May 20, 2012 at the Atlanta High School Gym. The 2012 Valedictorian was Emily Hollbrook (right) and Salutatorian was Kaitlin Spearman (left). CONGRATULATIONS!!!

The History Of Memorial Day

Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day because it was a time set aside to honor the nation’s Civil War dead by decorating their graves. It was first widely observed on May 30, 1868, to honor the sacrifices of Civil War soldiers, by proclamation of General John A. Logan of the Grand Army of the Republic, an organization of former sailors and soldiers. On May 5, 1868, Logan declared in General Order No. 11 that: The 30th of May, 1868, is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies now lie in almost every city, village, and hamlet churchyard in the land. In this observance no form of ceremony is prescribed, but posts and comrades will in their own way arrange such fitting services and testimonials of respect as circumstances may permit.

During the first celebration of Decoration Day, General James Garfield made a

speech at Arlington National Cemetery, after which 5,000 participants helped to decorate the graves of the more than 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers buried in the cemetery.

This 1868 celebration was inspired by local observances of the day in several towns throughout America that had taken place in the three years since the Civil War. In fact, several Northern and Southern cities claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day, including Columbus, Miss.; Macon, Ga.; Richmond, Va.; Boalsburg, Pa.; and Carbondale, Ill. In 1966, the federal government, under the direction of President Lyndon Johnson, declared Waterloo, N.Y., the official birthplace of Memorial Day. They chose Waterloo—which had first celebrated the day on May 5, 1866—because the town had made Memorial Day an annual, community-wide event during which businesses closed and residents decorated the graves of soldiers with flowers and flags.

By the late 1800s, many communities

across the country had begun to celebrate Memorial Day and, after World War I, observances also began to honor those who had died in all of America’s wars.

In 1971, Congress declared Memorial Day a national holiday to be celebrated the last Monday in May. (Veterans Day, a day set aside to honor all veterans, living and dead, is celebrated each year on November 11.)

Today, Memorial Day is celebrated at Arlington National Cemetery with a ceremony in which a small American flag is placed on each grave. Also, it is customary for the president or vice-president to give a speech honoring the contributions of the dead and lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. About 5,000 people attend the ceremony annually.

Several Southern states continue to set aside a special day for honoring the Confederate dead, which is usually called Confederate Memorial Day.

OPERATION C.A.R.E. State redistricting has changed the boundaries for districts. The new 6th district will include Macon, Linn, and Randolph counties Long time La Plata resident Diana Scott is proud to launch her campaign for state representative for the 6th district. Diana has been active on legislative issues with Missouri State Association of Cosmetologist while serving on the legislative committee for that organization. More recently, she has been active on legislative issues concerning local control. Diana is concerned with the direction our state government is going regarding campaign finance and our voting process.

Troop B Officers To Participate In Operation C.A.R.E. And 20-Mile Trooper Enforcement Programs Over The 2012 Memorial Day Weekend Captain James E. Wilt, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces upcoming plans for Troop B officers to participate in Operation C.A.R.E. and 20-Mile Trooper enforcement programs over the 2012 Memorial Day weekend.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) during the long holiday weekend. This means every available officer will be on the road enforcing traffic laws and assisting motorists. Op-

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eration C.A.R.E. will begin at 12:01 a.m., Friday, May 25, and will end at midnight, Monday, May 28, 2012.

Additionally, Troop B officers will be conducting a 20-Mile Trooper Project on U.S. Highways 24, 36, and 63 throughout the Troop B area on May 25, 2012 and May 28, 2012. During this enforcement program, troopers will be assigned to 20-mile intervals in an effort to step up traffic enforcement with a goal of reducing traffic crashes over the holiday weekend.

“Memorial Day is the first long holiday weekend of the year and many people will be travelling on Missouri roadways,” stated Captain Wilt. “I would like to urge all motorists to make sure safe driving is a part of your plans. Make sure everyone is wearing a seat belt, and never drink and drive.” For further information please contact: Sergeant Brent J. Bernhardt (660) 385-2132

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LOCAL NEWS The Orphan Trains: Reflecting on Missouri’s Role In Early Foster Care During National Foster Care Month Editor’s Note: Jessica Walsh is a freelance writer and editor and a master’s student at the Missouri School of Journalism. She earned her bachelor’s degrees from TSU in Kirksville and now lives in Columbia with her husband. I was contacted by Professor Clyde H. Bentley, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Print & Digital News, Missouri School of Journalism, as I am yearly asking for his assistance with a student and their article. I gave Jessica the subject of Orphan Trains and was happy with her article, giving her an A- for grading.

by Jessica Walsh Little Edith Taplin was 8 years old when the train carried her to Missouri. She was a charming child whose dark hair contrasted with that of her 10-year-old sister, blonde Flora. When they reached Monroe City, the Taplin girls were ushered off the train along with the other

12 orphans and presented to would-be adoptive parents.

Edith couldn’t remember what had happened to her mother, but her father was killed in horseand-buggy accident. On the train from New York, Edith was kind and brave.

She helped care for a baby and tried to ignore the pain from a hot cinder that had

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PROVEN EXPERIENCE – PROVEN LEADERSHIP- NOT POLITICAL PROMISE

I will NOT RESIGN when Re-Elected. I will serve the FULL term of office, in which the citizens have placed their trust and expectations in me.

Misinformation is being spread that I will resign and appoint my successor. That cannot legally happen! Missouri RSMo 57.080 states ““Whenever from any cause the office of sheriff becomes vacant, the… county commission shall immediately order a special election to fill the same…”

I simply will NOT RESIGN in the middle of a term, to allow another person the benefit of being an appointed Sheriff. I will serve a FULL term of office, and plan to continue overseeing dayto-day operations of the office and remain a working sheriff (in uniform) actively participating in all levels of the investigation of crimes.

PROVEN EXPERIENCE – PROVEN LEADERSHIP NOT POLITICAL PROMISE I ask for your vote in the Democrat Primary August 7th, 2012.

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flown into her eye.

But nobody in Monroe City adopted Edith or Flora.

The sisters joined two other children who weren’t adopted, either.

They got back on the train and headed for Paris, Mo. There, they were regarded by the Waterstons, a couple who didn’t have children but wanted one. Mr. Waterston immediately wanted to adopt Edith, but Mrs. Waterston wanted Flora instead.

“We either take the little dark-haired girl or none at all,” Edith remembered Mr. Waterston saying.

And so the Waterstons became Edith’s new parents. She was renamed Ruth Lillian Waterston and separated from Flora.

Ruth went to live at the Waterstons’ home, but a few days later, Mrs. Waterson’s father died and Ruth was sent to stay with neighbors, the Underwoods, for a month. She felt unsettled and lonely.

Ruth and Flora were two of the estimated 150,000 orphans from New York who were placed with families out West through the “orphan train” program from 1854 to 1929.

A member of the Monroe County Historical Society, Zelma Menefee of Paris, Mo., recorded the Taplin sisters’ story among others after interviewing some of the orphans as adults.

The orphan trains came through La Plata and revolutionized foster care by placing orphaned children in homes instead of institutions for the first time.

This month, which is National Foster Care Month, it seems fitting to look back at the beginnings of the foster care system and Missourians’ role in its development.

In the mid-1800s, thousands of orphaned children roamed the streets of New York. A perfect storm of conditions caused so many to become parentless: a typhoid fever outbreak, accidents in factories where there were no safety standards and, later,

deaths in World War I. The Rev. Charles Loring Brace, horrified by the children’s plight and New Yorkers’ uncaring attitude, decided to act.

He formed the Children’s Aid Society and came up with a plan to place the kids with families. Brace sent advance notices to communities near rail stations out West and called for them to meet the trains if they were interested in adopting a child. Then he and the society loaded up the children and sent them from the Midwest to Texas and even California. There, families would look the children over and decide if they wanted to take them in. The children who weren’t adopted continued down the line until they’d all been placed.

To be sure, there were problems with this system.

It was dehumanizing at times. The children were paraded around to potential parents who sometimes felt their muscles and examined their teeth before making a decision.

Siblings were often split up because families only wanted one child. Some children were treated like slaves. They were taken in by adoptive parents who only wanted help at home or on the farm.

These adults didn’t love their adopted children but rather worked them to the bone. This gave rise to the phrase “farming out” children.

Would-be parents went through a brief screening, and they were supposed to send their adopted children to public school and church. But the screening process wasn’t always thorough enough to root out foster parents whose motives were self-serving instead of altruistic, a problem that sometimes arises today, as well.

The children didn’t undergo a formal adoption, but they were transferred under an indentured contract. It said the agency could take back the children if something happened, and the children

WALSH couldn’t inherit property.

This allowed people to use children as workers without worrying that they’d become family heirs.

Similar programs began to develop, but they were criticized by the 1900s as views about childhood began to change. People believed that childhood should be for playing and learning instead of working. Still, even those who criticized the orphan trains agreed that it gave the children far better lives than those they had on the streets of New York.

And for some of the children, such as Ruth, the story had a happy ending.

She never found her sister, but she formed a new family. She grew to love the neighbors with whom she stayed. She called them Aunt and Uncle and played with their four nieces, and she settled into her new life with the Waterstons upon their return.

Eventually Ruth married a man named Edward Mosely and became close friends with another former orphan from the train, Katherine Ely in Monroe City.

Since the orphan trains stopped running, the foster care system has improved considerably. Children are no longer sent away until it’s established that a family is willing to take them in. Foster screening is much more rigorous than the process Brace set out.

The system still isn’t foolproof, but when it comes to solving widespread social problems, there are no perfect solutions. There are only better ones.

Seibert Club Meets The Seibert Club of La Plata, Missouri, met Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at the Baptist Family Life Center in La Plata, for a luncheon and program on “Aprons.” Mrs. Colleen Liebhart of New Boston, and members of the Porter FCE Club were invited guests for the day.

Attending from the Porter FCE Club were Jo Cribb, Carol Hammer, Twila Lochhead, Gladys Riley, Renee Riley and Georgia Ann Robinson.

We were sorry three of the Seibert Club and two of the Porter FCE Club were unable to attend.

Kathy East led in prayer prior to the meal. White cloths covered the round tables and each table was decorated with fresh flowers from the garden of Leila Ward. The flowers included peonies and iris of various colors. The tables were set with silverware, brightly-flowered napkins, and favors at each place.

Bottles of dish detergent, decorated with “aprons” made by Irene Osborn, were the favors. Drinks of water, iced tea, and coffee were served from a round table covered with a bright green cloth and decorated

with fresh flowers. The meal was served from the pass-through kitchen counter and included ham, homemade rolls/butter, potato casserole, pasta salad, pineapple cheese salad, strawberry salad, deviled eggs and Mexican fruit cake.

Following the meal, Kathy introduced her friend, Colleen Liebhart.

She is now retired after having taught for over 30 years, mostly in Kirksville. She taught what the Seibert and Porter FCE members knew as “Home Economics.”

Colleen shared her collection of aprons dating back to the early 1900’s.

Betty Cribb, Irene Osborn, Leila Ward and Kathy East modeled the aprons from each decade and found it amazing how small some of the waistline areas of the early aprons were!

They also modeled aprons geared toward men after the “backyard grill” became popular. Then there came a time when aprons were no longer used much.

Today, aprons are “back in” due largely to Brie on “Desperate Housewives” and the shows on the “Cooking Channel.”

The guests and members have been invited to share aprons they had.

Some had been made by their mothers or other family members and included “chicken scratching” designs, cross stitch designs and embroidery. All were very interesting!

We thanked Colleen for sharing with us and a small gift was presented to her. Due to another appointment, she had to leave. The rest of us did an “Apron Word Search.”

Prize winners were Jo Cribb and Gladys Riley.

Vice-President Irene Osborn read articles: “Mother’s Basic Rules for the Clothesline,” “The Clothesline,” and “The History of the Apron,” which were interesting and brought back many memories for all. Our guests were bid farewell after a very enjoyable day!

The next meeting is scheduled for 1:15 pm, June 20, 2012 with Dora Lovingier as hostess.

Roll Call will be an “Old Health Remedy,” Dora Lovingier will have Devotions, and the program will be “Show and Tell.”

The meeting place will be announced later.

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Beta Club Initiation Held

Obituary Louis Edwin Pyle

Friday, May 11, 2012 the Beta Club initiated 11 new members. This exclusive club is for students who have achieved a minimum academic grade level.

There are roughly 28 members presently at LHS. What does the name Beta

Club stand for? Beta is not an acronym. The founder, Dr. John W. Harris, chose the name when he founded the organization back in 1934. Beta is the second letter of the Greek alphabet. “B” represents “bios”, the Greek word

for life. Dr. Harris wanted members to learn not just how to make a living, but how to actually make a life for themselves. Their mission statement is: The National Beta Club shall be to promote the ideals of character, service

and leadership among elementary and secondary school students, to reward meritorious academic achievement and to encourage and assist students in continuing their education after high school.

Macon County Commission Minutes-April 23, 2012 Minutes Macon County Commission April 23, 2012 Members Present: Alan R. Wyatt, Drew Belt and Jon Dwiggins Chris Waddle, road supervisor , was in to discuss work orders for the county.

Cory Chew and Chris McCullough with GFI Copier Services were in to discuss networking and copier needs for the county.

Minutes Macon County Commission April 26, 2012 Members Present: Alan R. Wyatt, Drew Belt and Jon Dwiggins Chris Waddle, road supervisor, was in to discuss work orders for the county.

Shirley Sims, Macon County Clerk met with the Commission regarding contract labor in the Voter Registration Department.

A person was in to discuss

dust control on Hickory Street.

The Commission received an anonymous letter about problems on Chickadee Street concerning a motorcycle business. Due to the county not having any county zoning ordinance the Commission is unable to do anything about the problems.

Lt. Col. Michael Winkler and Paul Junkins with the Missouri National Guard met with the Commission to discuss ownership of a portion of Icicle Place.

The Commission approved the submission of a bill for the next payment of the Deputy Sheriff Salary Supplementation Fund.

Sherry Freeman and Brent Engle with the Northeast Community Action were in to present the Commission with a Proclamation that proclaims May as Commu-

nity Action Month.

Dickie Brown, La Plata City Administrator was in to discuss the establishment of a county library district.

Minutes Macon County Commission April 30, 2012 Members Present: Alan R. Wyatt, Drew Bolt and Jon Dwiggins Chris Waddle, road supervisor, was in to discuss work orders for the county.

Bernie Ford met with the Commission regarding whether the county would haul gravel to the Chariton Cemetery if the Cemetery paid for the gravel.

Zach Lene was in to get a copy of the county health ordinance.

Minutes Macon County Commission May 3, 2012 Members Present: Alan R. Wyatt, Drew Belt and Jon Dwiggins

Isaiah Curtis, assistant road supervisor, was in to discuss work orders for the county.

County rock haulers were in with monthly logs and rock tickets.

Dan and Sylvie Hein met with the Commission regarding needed bridge repairs on Apollo Street.

Shirley Sims, County Clerk and Krista Bruno, Treasurer were in to discuss budget issues with the Commission.

The monthly elected officials meeting was held, those present were: Alan Spencer, Assessor, Krista Bruno, Treasurer, Phillip Prewitt, Associate Circuit Judge, Jeanette Ronchetto, Collector, Shirley Sims, County Clerk, Robert Dawson, Sheriff, Lois Noland, Public Administrator, Sherry Muncy, Recorder of Deeds, Josh

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11:00 am Worship Service 6:30 pm Wed. night services Pastor Zach Vicars Elmer Christian Church Brother David Mason 10:00 am Sunday School 11:00 am Morning Service

Millard New Hope Methodist Reformed Church Rev. Jim Maxey 9:15 am Sunday School 10:00 am Sunday Worship 2nd Wed. at 6:30 pm Illinois Bend Community Church Pastor John Davison 332-7779, Highway 3 8:00 am Sun. Breakfast 8:30 am Sunday Worship

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6:00 pm Evening Worship Women Mon. 6pm Awana 6:00 pm Sunday Bible Study (during school year) Lighthouse Assembly 6:00 pm Wed. Bible Study of God La Plata Christian Pastors Glen & Church Ginger Henley Pastor Jeremy Lobdell 9:30 am Sunday School 9:30 am Sunday School 10:45 am Worship Service 10:40 am Worship Services Sun. at 6:00 pm 6:00 pm Sun. Eve. Bible Study Wed. Service 6:00 pm La Plata Community Presbyterian Atlanta Reverend John Becker Atlanta Baptist Church Contemporary Worship Brother Chance Gless 9:30 am Sunday School 9:30 am Sunday School 10:40 am Worship 10:30 am Morning Worship 6:00 am Fri. Mens Small Atlanta Christian Church Group Minister Daniel Brands 9:30 am Sunday School La Plata United 10:20 am Morning Worship Methodist 5:00 to 6:30 pm Sun. night 214 N Gex St JAM youth 6:30 to 8:00 pm Rev. Denzil Thomas Atlanta United 660-332-4508 Methodist Church 8:00 am Worship Service (Maine & Atteberry Streets) 12 pm 2nd Wed. UM

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Louis Edwin Pyle, age 85 of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at the Kirksville Manor Care Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

Born May 20, 1926 in Elmer, Missouri, he was the son of Truman and Ida (Pollock) Pyle.

On September 24, 1947 in Henrietta, Missouri, he married Clara Louise “Connie” Nance who preceded him in death on September 17, 1998.

Also preceding him in death were his parents; two children, Donna Dale and Clifford Edwin; two brothers, Dean and Virgil Pyle; and one sister, Mae Malone.

Surviving is one son, Anthony L. Pyle of Hudson, Wisconsin; one daughter, Elaine Kriegshauser of Kirksville, Missouri; three brothers, Earl Pyle of Manhattan, Kansas, Harold Pyle of Richmond, Missouri, and Larry Pyle of Kansas City, Missouri; two sisters, June Borden of Elma, Washington and Thelma Daniels of the state of California; four grandchildren, Trisha Cowan, Toni Elaine Grubbs, Jeremy Redmon, and Jason Redmon; and four great grandchildren, Carson Redmon, Caitlin Redmon, Tatum Redmon, and Josiah Grubbs.

Louie received his education at Elmer High School. He served in the United States Navy during W.W. II and the Korean War. He had been employed by the Sante Fe Railroad for more than forty years. Louie was a member of the La Plata Masonic Lodge, La Plata American Legion and La Plata Lions Club. Louie was an avid hunter and fisherman.

Graveside services, under the direction of Travis Funeral Chapel in La Plata, Missouri, were held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 19, 2012, at the Elmer Cemetery in Elmer, Missouri. Officiating was Pastors Goldie Platte and John Bowen. Pallbearers were Earl Pyle, Larry Pyle, Mike Pyle, Jason Redmon, Jeremy Redmon, and Carson Redmon.

Meisner, Prosecuting Attorney, Alan Wyatt, Presiding Commission, Drew Belt, District I Commissioner and Jon Dwiggins, District II Commissioner.

Rick Roberts called regarding the entrance off of Foghorn Avenue and Mount Zion Cemetery.

Shannon Howe with Benton and Associates was in to give the Commission an update on the Bayport Bridge project.

William Vincent with Golden Field Services along with Lee Moots, La Plata Special Road Commissioner were in asking about permits for utility purposes. They are putting in cable from Highway 63 West along July Road to a cell tower.

Minutes Macon County Commission May 7, 2012 Members Present: Alan R. Wyatt, Drew Belt and Jon

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Methodist (South of Redmon) Rev. Denzil Thomas 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Sunday School Rev. Denzil Thomas Office Hours 8:30-4:30 or by 6:30 pm 3rd Wed. UM Women appointment Atlanta Church Without 660-239-4327 Walls 10:00 am Sunday School www.atlantachurch.blogspot.com 11:00 am Worship Service goatlantachurch@gmail.com 3:15-5pm Adventure Club 9:30 am Breakfast (every Tues. school is in 10:00 am Worship full session) 5:30 Tues. Choir Practice Goldsberry 5:30 pm 1st Wed. Seventh Day Adventists UM Women Pastor Pat Stout 7:00 pm 4th Tues.

9:30 am Sunday Services Home Pioneer 4-H 5:30 pm 2 & 4 Wed. Ethel Needle Group Ethel Christian Church 6:30 pm 4th Wed. Minister Ken Mason Movie Night 9:30 am Sunday School Mt. Tabor Baptist Church 10:30 am Morning Worship Macon County 10:00 am Sunday School Larger Parish 11:00 am Morning Worship Ethel Presbyterian 7:00 pm Sunday & Church Wednesday Pastor Mary Ellen Mt. Zion United

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Dwiggins Chris Waddle, road supervisor, was in to discuss work orders for the county.

Reliable Pest Control was in to discuss integrated pest management for the courthouse.

The Commission met with Rick Tucker, Circuit Judge, Phillip Prewitt, Associate Circuit Judge, Kim March, Circuit Clerk, Lois Noland, Public Administrator, Shirley Sims, County Clerk, Krista Bruno, Treasurer and Cindy Ayers, Juvenile Officer regarding budgetary issues and Guardian Ad Litem costs.

Adhar Johnson, Regional Outreach Manager with Cleanline Energy Partners was in to discuss a possible energy transmission line across Macon County.

Waychoff 9:00 am Worship Service 10:00 am Sunday School

Gifford Gifford Christian Church Nathan Peters 9:30 am Sunday School 10:30 am Church Services

Novelty Novelty Christian Church Hwy 156 and 4th St. PO Box 86 Novelty, MO 63460 660-739-4422 Sunday Services 9am - Coffee & Donuts Fellowship 9:30am - Bible School 10:30am - Worship Basket Dinner 1st Sunday following Worship Wednesday 7pm - Mens & Womens Bible Study Minister Paul Milliken

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COMMENTARY COMMENT

SUMMER SOUNDS

Blonde But Blunt

BY BECKY JEFFCOAT EDITOR/PUBLISHER lpnews@marktwain.net

Well its finally Friday.

I’ve been waiting for this day for a long time, May 18th. Headed to Tan-Tara for the weekend. Well deserved and well earned.

Each year the poker league I play in heads south for a three day event of tournaments where I get to spend time with all of my poker buddies from all over Missouri.

The league is sanctioned and you earn tournament seats by the points that you earn monthly. So, no money involved, just a good time had by all.

Sometimes its not a good time, sometimes you lose, but that’s life I guess.

Losing at something that was free is okay with me.

I’ve been playing in this league for a while now and have met some great people. Several people from the area that play in our league will also be going south and spending some quality time at the poker tables. But before I left, I had to get a great big “Quincy Jo” fix. I’m gonna miss my little angel while I’m gone. But it will give me something to look forward to come home to.

Besides all of you and Randy of course. LOL This coming weekend is the first weekend of camping for us and I’m also looking forward to that. Seems last week

JEFFCOAT was one of those “when it rains it pours” kinda weeks. My cable went out, so I reverted to the laptop, which while I was typing, the keyboard quit, then a CD got stuck in my truck player and won’t come out. So I need a break. Good times with friends and family is so relaxing. We camp, ride atv’s, play cards, sit by the bonfire and enjoy the country. Looking forward to spending some time with my dad as well, he got home from Florida and I haven’t had a lot of time to visit with him.

It’s also Memorial weekend, the beginning of summer, so there will be a lot of traffic in town with family coming to town, so keep your eyes open, also school was out on Friday for La Plata, so bicycles will be circling the square with kids heading to the park, headed to ball practice and out to the Santa Fe. I hope everyone has a great summer.

FAITH Jesus says, “Love each other just as I have loved you” (John 15:12, Common English Bible).

What does this look like?

Jesus went to the shore of the Sea of Galilee to speak to Peter, John, and James. Jesus gave us his life for us. Jesus did not let a locked door keep him from going to the disciples when they were afraid after his death. Jesus did not let his death mean the end of the story. That is what loving just as Jesus loves us look like.

That is what is ought to look like for all Christians.

Jesus tells us in verse 14 of the same chapter that his disciple (that includes us) did not choose him but he chose them and us.

We ought to be friends with one another just like Jesus. We also ought to be friends with those who do not know Jesus also.

After all, Jesus chose to be friends with those first disciples before they knew him. We ought to have the same commitment that Jesus modeled for us.

We can be friends with people who do not know Jesus without giving up our beliefs. We can respect the beliefs of those who do

PASTOR THOMAS not know Jesus and show them a different way by the way we live or lives. At our afterschool program at the Atlanta church the pledge they recite says that they will not use the Bible as a weapon. Sometimes it feels like we are using the Bible as a weapon against others. We should not though. Sometimes we offer others ourselves first.

We need to offer others Jesus first and the Bible second and ourselves third. Let us remember to love each other and those who are other in all that we do for Jesus.

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

Nutrition Site Menu May 28th - June 1st

660.665.9163 Monday, May 28th Closed for Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 29th Swedish meatballs with gravy, mashed potatoes, brussels sprouts, bread, peaches, cookie and milk.

Wednesday, May 30th Roast turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, bread, pumpkin bar and milk.

Thursday, May 31st Chicken fillet, baked potato, mixed vegetables, hot rolls, apple crisp and milk.

Friday, June 1st Soft tacos (beef) w/lettuce, tomato and cheese, refried beans, Spanish rice, applesauce and milk.

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Schools out for the summer and that’s not all that’s ready for warm weather. This nest of young ones was found at the Corrine Corrick residence. The baby birds were chirping and looking for food, mouths wide open.

City Approves “Fallen Soldier’s Cross” In Memory Of Adam Thomas To Be Placed In City Park The City of La Plata met in regular session on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 in the council chambers.

Those present were Mayor Charles Thompson, Alderman Bill Adams, Alderman Dennis Jones, Alderman Sean Herron, Alderman Trent Perry, City Administrator Dickie Brown, City Clerk Bobbie Jacques, Kim Moore, Cindy Moore, Wava McHenry, Arlene Bunch, Carol Hays and Kerry Green.

Meeting Called to Order: Mayor Thompson declared a quorum present and called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Mayor Thompson gave the invocation.

Visitors Comments: No visitor comments.

Consent Agenda: Regular Meeting 04/10/12, Special Meeting Minutes 04/17/12, Bill Payer 2012-04, Utility Coordinator Monthly Report, Tax Coordinator Monthly Report and Park and Recreation Monthly Report.

Alderman Perry made a motion and seconded

by Alderman Adams to approve the consent agenda. On a call by the chair for ayes and nays there were 4 ayes and 0 nays. The motion carried.

Kim Moore-Fireworks Stand: Kim Moore requested the city allow fireworks be discharged from Jun 29th until July 4th, instead of

July 1st to July 4th.

Alderman Adams made a motion and seconded by Alderman Jones to allow fireworks to be discharged from June 29, 2012 to July 4, 2012 this year only. On a call by the chair for ayes and nays there were 4 ayes and 0 nays the motion carried.

Mayor and Board Committee Report Mayor Thompson made the following committee appointments: Alderman Perry – Police/Electric/ Water & Sewer, Alderman Jones – Electric/Golf/ Water & Sewer, Alderman Adams – Street/Golf and Alderman Herron – Street/ Police.

Mayor Thompson requested a Battlefield Cross Memorial “Fallen Soldier’s Cross” bronze statue be placed in the City Park in memory of Adam Thomas.

Alderman Adams made a motion and seconded

by Alderman Herron to approve the request for the “Fallen Soldier’s Cross” memorial in honor of Adam Thomas be placed in the City Park. On a call by the chair for ayes and nays there were 4 ayes and 0 nays. The motion carried.

Administrator: Financial: The City Administrator Dickie Brown informed the Board of Aldermen he had reviewed the monthly financial report.

Infrastructure Update: Administrator Brown reviewed the progress of

several projects.

Old Business: Old Generator Update: Administrator Brown informed the Board the old electric generators have been removed and the electric building looks great.

Generator Installation: The progress of the installation of the new electric generators is ongoing.

Military Truck: Discussion was held regarding the Military Truck being placed on Govdeals.

New Business: Employee Benefits: Discussion was held regarding employee benefits it was the consensus of the Board of Alderman to continue to cover the employee health insurance. Cost of living increase was denied.

Alderman Adams made a motion and seconded

by Alderman Herron to approve the employee health insurance plan submitted by Hawkins Insurance. On a call by the chair for ayes and nays there were 4 ayes and 0 nays. The motion carried.

Alderman Jones made a motion and seconded

by Alderman Adams to approve the policy and procedure manual as submitted. On a call by the chair for ayes and nays there were 4 ayes and 0 nays. The motion carried.

Replacement of Police Cruiser: Police Chief Bunch submitted a proposal to purchase of a

police cruiser with USDA matching 35% of the cost.

The item died due to lack of a motion.

Library: Discussion was held regarding continued support for the La Plata Library.

DNR- 3rd Center Point Location Approved: Administrator Brown informed the Board that DNR had given approval to submit a request to install a 3rd Center Point Pivot Location. If the location is approved this would give the City another outlet wastewater removal.

DNR- Approval to Submit Wastewater Permit Amendment: Administrator Brown discussed with the Board that DNR was willing to accept the amendment to the current wastewater permit allowing the La Plata Golf Course to irrigate after dark. Mr. Brown continued to state he felt it will be an uphill battle to receive approval.

Ordinance Discussion Only: Administrator Brown informed the Board if he received approval of the amendment to the wastewater permit the City would need to support an ordinance closing the Golf Course at 10:00 p.m.

Adjournment: With no further business, Mayor Charles Thompson adjourned the regular meeting at 8:00 p.m.

Edmunds Travel To Honor Baby Brother Johnny, Ralph and Gene Edmunds are the sons of the late Miles and Mary Edmunds of Bevier, MO. The three brothers had another brother named Virgil who was still born in 1930. Times being what they were during the depression, Miles Edmunds made a stone, himself, for the baby out of cement. On this stone was written “Our Baby”.

For the past 82 years that stone has kept very well and still at the burial site of Virgil Edmunds, infant son. Now the only remaining children of Miles and Mary Edmunds have made a new stone for their baby brother. They incorporated the original stone made by their father years ago as part of the new one. On Mother’s Day, 2012 the three made the trip from Moline, Il to Bevier, MO to place the new stone and have a small memorial service for their brother they never got to grow up with.

Pictured are the three brothers Johnny, 89 yrs, Ralph 87 yrs. And Gene, 85 yrs. at the grave of their baby brother.

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LOCAL NEWS Gifford Items

by Sharron Burns

Weather has been almost perfect. No rain, but we need some. It has been in the 50-80’s. The farmers are getting along well planting beans. We have seen the egrets around our pond lately. Hummingbirds are checking out all the beautiful flowers. My lilies are at their best--deep reds, yellow, magenta, and bright orange.

Roger Jay Jarman and Lana Daniels visited their parents, Roger and Mary Jarman, this week.

Carolyn Hill of Clarence and Jerry Hill of Kansas City visited Marilyn Sinnock Monday. They enjoyed dinner with her.

Richard and Sharron Burns, Nathan Peters and fiancĂŠe, Katie enjoyed dining in La Plata following Sunday sermon.

Connie Gunnels, Kadie Couch, Ayden Gunnels attended the family barbeque held at La Plata Nursing Home Friday night.

Marilyn Sinnock attended the 6th grade graduation held at La Plata High School Tuesday evening. She enjoyed seeing Trevor Pipes graduate and also attending his party at the home of his parents, Kevin and Chrissy Pipes.

Addison Belfield participated in a piano recital at LNH. Her teacher is Janis Mitten. Attending were Jason, Tina, Audrey and Kade, Emma Russell, Becky Belfield, Gary and Nancy Belfield.

Christi and Rob Bristow, D.J. and Nikisha Couch and Children, Mike and Ayden Gunnels were Sunday evening guests of Connie and David Gunnels.

Richard Burns helped with the Missouri State Track Meet held in Jefferson City Friday and Sat-

urday. He helped with the long jump. He was glad to see Mallory Eitel win 1st place . He also helped to cheer the other La Plata students that participated.

A wedding shower was given to Nathan Peters and fiancĂŠe, Katie, after church at Gifford Christian Church. The couple is to marry June 2, 2012.

Attending church services were Donna Gray, Chad, Amanda, Claire and Morgan Belfield, Kirby Bailey, Debbie Newland, Marty Vance, Dean and Marietta Slaughter, Rich and Sharron Burns, Roger Jarman, Leighton and Kim Shoop.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION A retirement ceremony was held at Truman campus on May 18, 2012 for Master Sergeant James Allen Grove. James Allen and family live at the bottom of Hohenadel Hill on Highway 156. He was joined by his wife, Charlie, sons, Justin and Travis, his parents, Lyle and Ruthie Grove of Grand Junction Colorado, his Uncle Frank Simmons and wife and friend Eric Harrelson. James Allen retires after 26 years of faithful service in the U.S. Army. He served in Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom Three and Operation Iraqi Freedom 07-08. His awards and decorations include 2 bronze Star Medals, the Purple Heart, three Meritorious Service Medals, four Army Commendation Medals, and 11 Army Achievement Medals. He has been the Senior Military Science Instructor at Truman State University.

If you meet him, please thank him for his service and time spent protecting the USA.

by Verna Buck Mike Buck attended graveside services for Louie Pyle in Elmer Saturday, May 19th. Louie was Depot agent for A.T. & S.F. Ry in La Plata, where he greeted us with a smile and welcome as our husbands to catch the trains to work and as they returned on Thursday or Friday nights, and also as we picked up there pay checks. I had phone call this a.m. from a railroader in Keokuk, IA and he said “Oh I remember Louie when he lined in Henrietta, MO and coached or was Manager of a Little League Ball team in 1955 when Bill Wolfe lined in Camden, MO.� It really is a small world sometimes. Bill is planning to see Bobby on June 7th.

Their friendship started when Bill was a Jr. in High School and he has been retired for the railroad for 6 years.

A large crowd enjoyed the family night b-b-q at La Plata Nursing Home Friday night. Jim and Melissa Hogenson of Ethel were among them as guests of Marteena Gunnels. Other recent visitors have been Gene and

Nancy Graham of Atlanta, Linda Montgomery, Elsie Kay Bangert, Tina Bealmer and daughter, Nancy Heck and Verna Buck.

Jim Chowning of Baring, MO and Glen Lindbloom of Marceline were recent visitors of Bobby Buck, other recent visitors have been Mike, W.R., Barbara, Eva and Eddie Buck, Bobbi Hamlin and Adrienne, and Barb Englehard of Marceline.

Jackie and Lavon Eitel attended a postal meeting in Brookfield recently.

Peggy and Jerry Thomas and Tabitha Sawyer accompanied Cash Sawyer, Tucker Beautte and Addie Thomas to the Safety Fair in Kirksville Saturday.

Ronda Eitel and Athena of Hannibal, Lavon and Jackie Eitel spent Saturday, May 12th in Hamilton , MO with Todd and Shelly Eitel, Matt Eitel, Mr. and Mrs. Matt Miller and Gage - attending Gage’s 3rd Birthday party.

Todd, Shelly, Jackie and Lavon Eitel spent May 17th-19th in Hannibal visiting Andy and Ronda Eitel and attending Athena’s High School Graduation on Friday night.

NEWS

FLPP Friends For La Plata Preservation met May 7, 2012 at 5:00 pm in the La Plata Library. Members present; Gary Smith, Susan Walker, Ann Bullock, Evelyn Falls, Jack Crawford, Arlene Bunch, Wava McHenry, Cindy Moore and guest Kerry Green.

President Gary Smith called the meeting to order at 5:05 pm and there were no previous minutes read. Arlene Bunch handed out the Treasurer’s Report, it was approved as presented.

Old Business: Green Theatre- Jack Crawford reported that there was a little standing water in the building again, after an 1.5 rain the night before. Jack will check the well on the southeast corner of the building to see if it may be a live well and leaking into the building.

Another of the three big ceiling trusses has been removed with the help of Bill Jelmberg. That leaves one more to be removed.

Jack also plans to continue with the removal of the large stump at the back of the building.

There was discussion about the front façade of the building. Cindy has asked Carl Campbell to give us an estimate on tuck-pointing the front and possibly the rest of the building. Jack will talk to Terry Baker about a new overhang/marquee on the building, with pricing etc.

Sharron Burns has planted flowers in the planter in front of the Green Theatre building.

Rose Garden at Post Office- Ann reported that there is some bug damage to the leaves that needs to be addressed, but it looks to be doing well. She also reported that she has done some weeding in the garden. Cindy will put the sign back in the rose garden and leave it as long as the garden is kept up.

New Business: Arlene mentioned that Todd Davison of Macon has the original reels from the Green Theatre, but no longer has a need for them. She will contact him about them.

Ann said that Dorothy Rummerfield still has slides that were used between films at the theatre.

She will talk to he about us acquiring them.

Cindy reported that Bob Cox has donated five reels with film that were probably from the Green Theatre. They were found in the Santa Fe Depot.

The meeting was adjourned at 6:10 p.m., and the next meeting will be Monday, June 4, 2012, 5:00 p.m., at the La Plata Library.

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Introducing‌Jane Krienke, Summer Intern Jane is going into her fifth year victory lap at Truman State in Kirksville. She hopes to graduate in May 2013 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and a minor in Spanish. Jane is looking forward to working with The Home Press this summer as an intern. She has experience writing for Truman’s

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newspaper, the Index as well as Truman’s travel magazine, Detours.

Jane, from Wentzville, Missouri, is enjoying the perks of small town living. She is especially looking forward to a summer of kayaking in the La Plata City Lake with her kayaking buddies, the Plumlees.

met Tuesday, May 1st at 6:00 p.m. in the La Plata Christian Church fellowship hall with 7 members weighing in. We opened with our TOPS and KOPS pledges. We sang the “TOPS Rededication Song� led by Karen C. Roll call was: “Did you lose weight, did you journal and do you want to share reasons you decided to lose weight?�

Best TOPS loser was Gail with Ginger as runner-up. Best KOPS loser was Barbara G. Gail heard from Barbara Cady President, TOPS Club Incorporated, encouraging us in our weight loss journey.

Janet reminded us of our “Summer Contest� starting the first of June and running 3 months.

We will track our exercise and walking time plus our weight.

Janet gave the program. She read an article suggesting 8 low carbohydrate snacks 80 calorie or less to use for one week.

We have a couple of challenges. We will try to eat no carb or very low carb meals and snacks this coming week. Also Janet suggested we exercise during the commercials of an hour TV show, that would amount to approximately 25 minutes of exercise.

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

TOPS MO877 TOPS M0877 La Plata met Tuesday March 15th at 6:00 p.m. in the La Plata Christian Church fellowship hall with 6 members weighing in.

Gail led the meeting. We opened with our TOPS and KOPS pledges and sang the “TOPS Rededication Song� led by Karen C. Roll call was: “Did you lose weight, did you journal and did you try a vegetable you had never eaten before?�

Best TOPS loser was Janet and runner-up was Barb Y. Best KOPS loser was Barbara G. Barb Y. gave the treasurer’s report.

We need to remember Gail as she is recovering and is also having a birthday this coming week.

Barb Y. gave the program, “Four Reasons To Buy Local Produce.� She brought out the importance of more flavor, nothing depleted in shipping, helping local economy and social connections at the farmers’ market or the farm stand.

Our weekly challenge is to eat using portion control and to journal.

Anyone interested in visiting or joining TOPS is welcome. Please call Gail at 660-651-3025 for more information.

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Only at LHS!! Last day of school for La Plata was Friday, May 18th. Everyone got out their best to drive in town!! Way to funny! Thanks for sharing Adrienne!

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La Plata Elementary held Kindergarten Graduation on Monday, May 14th with 36 students walking. The 6th grade held their graduation on Tuesday, May 15th with 25 students getting their certificate to move on to the high school.

2012 LHS Senior Scholarship Awards Diploma’s of Distinction: JT Allen, Mallory Eitel, Jennifer McIntyre, Grant Roberts, Weston Smith, and Jake Waddle.

COLLEGE PREPARATORY CERTIFICATES: The Missouri State Board of education awards the college preparatory studies certificate to Missouri students who have completed a rigorous academic program in high school, earned at least a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale, have at least a 21 on the ACT, and maintain a 9- 12 attendance rate of at least 95%. The students earning this distinction include: Mallory Eitel, Adrienne Hamlin, Jennifer McIntyre, Rachel Shahan, Weston Smith, and Jake Waddle.

MISSOURI STATE HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION AWARD: This Award of Excellence is presented to two seniors, one Female and one Male, who showed exemplary display of sportsmanship, ethics & integrity while participating in athletics. This year’s winners are: Mallory Eitel, Justin Riggins, and Peyton Swift.

MARINE CORPS AWARDS: Distinguished Athlete Award: Weston Smith; Semper Fidelis Award: Adrienne Hamlin; Distinguished Scholar Award: Kyle Larson.

ARMY RESERVE AWARDS: Scholar/Athlete Award: Weston Smith and Rachel Shahan.

MACON AREA VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL CERTIFICATES: Industrial Welding – Tanner Shultz and Jonathan Zeigler; Auto Technology – JT Allen; Building Trades – Kyle Larson; Agriculture – Dakota Bulington and Alyson Morton.

BETA AWARDS: Leadership is just one of the qualities that BETA club fosters. BETA club is also an effective tool for recognizing academic achievers, students of high character, and those who serve their school and community.

These are qualities needed to compete for higher

education and future jobs.

I am proud to announce these achieving BETA club members: JT Allen, Danielle Boren, Mallory Eitel, Adrienne Hamlin, Taylor Herron, Kyle Larson, Jennifer McIntyre, Justin Riggins, Grant Roberts, Rachel Shahan, Peyton Swift, Dalton Smith, Weston Smith, and Jake Waddle.

MACC SUPERINTENDENT’S SCHOLARSHIP: The Superintendent’s Scholarship goes to two La Plata Graduating High School Seniors. Recipients must have at least a cumulative 2.5 GPA out of a 4.0 GPA. The Graduate must enroll in and maintain a minimum of 12 credit hours for Fall 2011 semester. The scholarship is renewable for two consecutive semesters providing the recipient earns a minimum of twelve credit hours at MACC and maintains a cumulative 2.5 GPA. This scholarship is valued at $300 per semester and is awarded to: Danielle Boren and Grant Roberts.

GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER AWARDS: The Missouri Commissioner of Education, Chris Nicastro, confers this award in recognition of excellence in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding and for outstanding educational achievement in high school in the state of Missouri. Three students are recipients of this award.

They are: Mallory Eitel and Jennifer McIntyre.

DAR GOOD CITIZEN AWARD: This certificate is presented to an outstanding citizen who demonstrates dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. The winner is: Jennifer McIntyre.

SENIOR CLASS CITIZENSHIP AWARDS: The Citizenship Award is one of the most coveted Senior Awards. This year the American Legion Post 282 is providing a medal for the female and male recipients. The faculty selects those graduates who best exemplify the qualities

of good citizenship. This year’s winners are: Mallory Eitel and Grant Roberts.

SCHOLARSHIPS: DANIELLE BOREN: MACC Superintendent’s Scholarship.

DAKOTA BULINGTON: J.W. Bragg Memorial Vocational Scholarship, Science Club Scholarship, Donald Sinnock Scholarship.

MALLORY EITEL: Lindenwood University, Renewable Athletic Softball Scholarship, Renewable Academic Scholarship, Bulldog Backers Scholarship, Upsilon Mu, Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship ADRIENNE HAMLIN: Columbia College, Capstone Scholarship, Class of 1939 Scholarship, Mary Green Lozier Scholarship, Leadership Award, Academic Achievement Scholarship, B.M. Seaman/Shelter Insurance Foundation Scholarship, La Plata R-II Faculty Jeans Scholarship, Elks Lodge #999 Scholarship, La Plata Community Teachers Association Scholarship, McVay Vocal Music Scholarship, La Plata FBLA Scholarship, La Plata State Bank Scholarship, La Plata Alumni Association Scholarship, Elizabeth Carpenter Scholarship Fund, Dorothy Saffell Education Scholarship, La Plata Ladies Sorority Scholarship, Olive-Gilbreath McLorn Scholarship, Vera Gillet Memorial Scholarship.

TAYLOR HERRON: C&R Scholarship, Science Club Scholarship, Ladd Pash Memorial Scholarship.

KIESHA MARCH: Culver-Stockton College, Hilltop Distinguished Scholar, Spirit Award, La Plata Masonic Lodge #237 Scholarship.

JENNIFER MCINTYRE: Missouri Heart Institute Foundation Scholarship, La Plata FCCLA Scholarship, La Plata Ladies Sorority Scholarship, Vera Gillet Memorial Scholarship.

JUSTIN RIGGINS: North Central Missouri College, Athletic Baseball

Scholarship, Alpha Beta Alpha Scholarship, La Plata State Bank Scholarship, Missouri Xi Kappa Delta, Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship.

GRANT ROBERTS: B.M. Seaman/Shelter Insurance Foundation Scholarship, MACC Superintendent’s Scholarship ($300/semester), Upsilon Mu, Beta Sigma Phi, Science Club Scholarship, Community Presbyterian Church Scholarship.

RACHEL SHAHAN: Truman State University, Bulldog Legacy Scholarship, MFA Foundation Scholarship.

TANNER SHULTZ: Missouri Welding Institute Scholarship.

DALTON SMITH: Missouri Valley College, Athletic Golf Scholarship, La Plata R-II Faculty Jeans Scholarship, C&R Scholarship, Bulldog Backer Scholarship, Private First Class Adam Lee Thomas Memorial Scholarship, La Plata Alumni Association Scholarship, La Plata Ladies Sorority Scholarship.

WESTON SMITH: Missouri Valley College, Athletic Golf Scholarship, Academic Scholarship, Community Presbyterian Church Scholarship, C&R Scholarship, Class of 1963 Memorial Scholarship, La Plata State Bank Scholarship, Ladd Pash Memorial Scholarship, Missouri Xi Kappa Delta, Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship, La Plata Ladies Sorority Scholarship, B.M. Seaman/Shelter Insurance Foundation Scholarship Alternate, Private First Class Adam Lee Thomas Memorial Scholarship Alternate, La Plata Lions Club Scholarship, Alternate, Olive-Gilbreath McLorn Scholarship, Alternate, La Plata Masonic Lodge #237 Scholarship, Alternate, Elks Lodge #999 Scholarship, Alternate.

PEYTON SWIFT: Central Methodist University, Academic Scholarship, Athletic Basketball Scholarship, La Plata Lions Club Scholarship, La Plata Community Teachers Association Scholarship.

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What is the source of my water?

The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and groundwater wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pickup substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity.

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The Department of Natural Resources conducted a source water assessment to determine the susceptibility of our water source to potential contaminants. This process involved the establishment of source water area delineations for each well or surface water intake and then a contaminant inventory was performed within those delineated areas to assess potential threats to each source. Assessment maps and summary information sheets are available on the internet at http://maproom.missouri.edu/swipmaps/pwssid.htm. To access thH PDSV IRU \RXU ZDWHU V\VWHP \RX ZLOO QHHG WKH 6WDWH DVVLJQHG LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ FRGH ZKLFK LV SULQWHG DW WKH WRS of this report. The Source Water Inventory Project maps and information sheets provide a foundation upon which a more comprehensive source water protection plan can be developed.

Why are there contaminants in my water?

Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

Contaminants that may be present in source water include: A. Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.

B. Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial, or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming.

C. Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses.

D. Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems.

E. Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Department of Natural Resources prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Department of Health regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.

Is our water system meeting other rules that gov ern our operations?

Gary Simmons, Agent 660.332.7034

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources regulates our water system and requires us to test our water on a regular basis to ensure its safety. Our system has EHHQ DVVLJQHG WKH LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ QXPEHU 02 IRU WKH SXUSRVHV RI WUDFNLQJ RXU WHVW UHVXOWV /DVW \HDU ZH WHVWHG IRU D YDULHW\ RI FRQWDPLQDQWV 7KH GHWHFWDEOH results of these tests are on the following pages of this report. Any violations of state requirements or standards will be further explained later in this report.

How might I become activ ely inv olv ed?

If you would like to observe the decision-making process that affect drinking water quality or if you have any further questions about your drinking water report, please call us at 660-332-7166 to inquire about scheduled meetings or contact persons.

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Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immunocompromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

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Contaminants R eport D e fin itio n s:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI In Re: Cheryl L. Daley, SP, Plaintiff, vs.

Sarah Ann Guthrie, deceased, and John Doe and Jane Doe, all persons unknown, their unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, donees, alienees, legatees, administrators, executors, guardians, mortgagees, trustees, legal representatives, and all other persons, corporations, or successors, claiming by, through or under them, Defendants.

Case No. 12MA-CC00014 NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to Defendant Sarah Ann Guthrie, deceased, and John Doe and Jane Doe, all persons unknown, plaintiff believes that there are unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, donees, alienees, legatees, administrators, executors, guardians, mortgagees, trustees and legal representatives who are interested in the subject matter and other persons, corporations, or successors who claim by, through, or under defendants, addresses unknown.

You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court for the County of Macon, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is Quite Title

Action; and which affects the following described property: All of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section Thirty-One, Township Fifty-Nine, Range Sixteen, in the County of Macon and State of Missouri, containing 40 acres, more or less.

The names of all parties to said action are: Cheryl L. Daley, a single person (SP), and as stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorney for Plaintiff is R. Timothy Bickhaus, 109 N. Missouri Street, POB 451, Macon, Missouri 63552.

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days after the date of first publication of notice which occurred on the 16th day of May, 2012, judgment by default will be rendered against you.

It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to the law in the La Plata Home Press, a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Macon, State of Missouri.

A true copy from the record.

Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 11th day of May, 2012.

Date of first publication: May 16, 2012. /s/ Ann Henry Probate Clerk

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8A Wednesday, May 23, 2012

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LOCAL SCHOOLS

La Plata Golf Team Brings Home 4th

State Golf was held last week. The La Plata Bulldogs Golf team brought home 4th in State honors! Congratulations Bulldogs. Seniors Weston Smith placed 5th and Jake Waddle, 11th overall. Proud To Be A Bulldog!!

LHS Track Sectionals District Baseball Results

On Saturday, May 12th the Sectional track meet was held last recently and those from La Plata that moved on to the State Track Meet on Friday, May 18th and Saturday, May 19th were Mallory Eitel 2nd in Triple Jump, 2nd in Long Jump and 4th in 200 Meter Dash; Taylor Snodgrass 1st in 100 Meter Dash; Seth Brown 4th in 1600 Meter Run and 1st in 3200 Meter Run; and the 4x200 with Andrew Perry, Preston Payne, Hunter Howe and Tanner Riggins. Good Luck!

District Baseball was played in La Plata last week with the Canton Tigers winning the tournament.

The Atlanta boys and the La Plata boys both made it to the semi-finals, but where outscored in each game.

Atlanta Baseball

Monday, May 28, 2012 The American Legion Post #282 and their Auxiliary will be hosting a Memorial Day Ceremony in the La Plata City Park on Monday, May 28, 2012 beginning at 10:00 a.m. John Davison will be the speaker and refreshments of donuts and coffee will be served by the Auxilitary at the Legion Building following the ceremony.

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Rick Tucker, Circuit Judge Philip Prewitt, Associate Circuit Judge Alan R. Wyatt, Presiding Commissioner Dr. J. Tod Sylvara, D.O. (660) 332-4312 & 5 6XSHUPDUNHW Drew Belt, District I Commissioner (660) 332-4422 Jon Dwiggins, District II Commissioner 5RJHU -DUPDQ ,QVXUDQFH Shirley Sims, County Clerk (660) 332-7521 Kimberly March, Circuit Clerk 7UDYLV )XQHUDO &KDSHO Sherry Muncy, Recorder of Deeds (660) 332-7145 Alan Spencer, Assessor %DQJHUW 7UXFNLQJ Josh Meisner, Prosecuting Attorney (660) 332-4349 Krista Bruno, Treasurer &KDUOLH 7KRPSVRQ ,QVXUDQFH Jeanette Ronchetto, Collector of Revenue (660) 332-7888 Lois Noland, Public Administrator *HQH :RRG &RQVWUXFWLRQ Robert Dawson, Sheriff (660) 332-4473 &LQG\ $\HUV &KLHI -XYHQLOH 2IÂżFHU /D 3ODWD /XPEHU Brian Hayes, Coroner (660) 332-4411 7KH +RPH 3UHVV -RQHV 6WDQGDUG 6HUYLFH (660) 332-4431 (660) 332-4335

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The District Baseball tournament began on Monday, May 14th at the La Plata Sports Complex. The Atlanta Hornets faced the Gophers of Green City and came out with a win of 13-3.

Lance Weber was the winning pitcher, pitching 5 innings, giving up 2 runs, 1 error, 6 hits, one base on balls, three strikeouts and gave up 3 runs, 2 earned.

At the plate Mick Garnett was 1-4 with a double and 2 RBIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Collan Thrasher was 1-3 with 2 RBIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Korbin Gunnels was 2-3 with a double and 2 RBIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

The Hornets are now 13-8 overall and will continue in the tournament.

District Track Results

The District Track meet was held at La Plata Sports Complex on Saturday, May 5.

The La Plata Boys took the Championship honors.

La Plata girls took 7th, Brashear girls took 12th and the boys took 8th, while Atlanta girls took 14th place.

Leaders for the La Plata girls were: Taylor Snodgrass, 4th in the 100 Meter Dash (MD); Mallory Eitel placed 2nd in the 100 MD, 2nd in the 200 MD, 1st in the Long Jump and 3rd in the Triple Jump; Leaders for the Atlanta girls stats were: Lana Allen placed 5th in the Discus.

Leaders for the Brashear girls were: Ashlee Fortney placed 5th in the 3200 Meter Run (MR); Allison Thompson placed 5th in 400 MD. La Plata boys stats were: Hunter Howe placed 1st in the 100 MD; Tanner Riggins placed 2nd in the 200 MD and 4th in the Discus; Seth Brown placed 1st in the 800 MR, 1st in the 1600 MR, 1st in the 3200 MR and Andrew Perry placed 1st in the Pole Vault; Travis Small placed 3rd in the 3200 MR; Brashear boys stats were: Hayden Housman placed 3rd in the 100 MD, 2nd in the Long Jump and 1st in the 200 MD; Joseph Woods placed 2nd in the 400 MD; Atlanta boys stats were: Trace Johnston placed 13th in the 200 MD.

Thank You The La Plata After Prom committee and the Senior Class of 2012 would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who contributed to the success of the After Prom party on Sunday, April 22. Thank you for protecting our youth by helping to provide a safe and healthy alternative to keep the party going after prom is over.

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