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Bethany Vol. 85, No. 50 Quick clips Area news Scary landing: A Bethany woman is seriously injured when her truck lands in a culvert on Friday night, across the street from One Stop. Page 8. Most wanted: Harrison County Sheriff’s Department arrests someone from its “Most Wanted” list, just days after launching the list on its new website. Page 8. Honor rolls: Cainsville and Ridgeway schools announce students who made honor rolls during the second quarter of the school year. Page 5. Sports Tourney heat: South Harrison’s tournament competitions warm up the winter nights this week with firstseeded North Harrison beating East Harrison 53-22 in the girls’ game Monday. Page 6. Republican-Clipper The official newspaper of Harrison County, Missouri City wins $216k grant for more sidewalks Storytellers returning to Bethany Area residents who were entertained by the band of storytellers who visited Bethany last winter will be treated to a repeat performance this weekend when the River and Prairie Storyweavers return to town for their 22nd annual Chicken Festival. The Storyweavers, based in the Kansas City area, last year selected Bethany as the location of their storytelling workshop for a two-year run. They will be returning for the last of their performances starting on Thursday culminating in a free entertainment event at 7 p.m. on Saturday night, Jan. 17, at the Bethany Community Center. By that night, the Storyweavers will have put on performances to hundreds of young children at school assemblies at Cainsville, Princeton and Bethany. The ‘Weavers are practitioners of the nearly-lost art of spinning tales from ghost stories to comedy routines. Last year, the River and Prairie Storyweavers performed at 12 different sites for about 400 persons ranging in age from preschoolers to residents of nursing homes. The Storyweavers will hold a total of 15 storytelling events. The Bethany Public Library will be coordinating the group’s visit to Bethany. The 50 storytellers taking part in the visit to Bethany will be based at the Family Budget Inn. The group will visit the Bethany Care Center, the Harrison County Genealogical Society, the Harrison Community Hospital, Unified Services, the Harrison County Senior Center and Crestview. An ensemble from the South Harrison Band will warm up the crowd attending Saturday night’s final performance at the Bethany Community Center. Music will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the Storyweavers who will be presenting their farewell event at 7 p.m. Republican-Clipper photo Student representative: South Harrison Student Council representative Jacob Addison began learning the ropes of the Board of Education as a non-voting student representative last Thursday night. Jacob was elected by follow members of the student body to serve as its representative on the school board. While he will not be able to vote on school issues, he will be invited to present student views on various matters. He will be asked to serve as a liaison between the school board and the student body. Brick sales to benefit middle school project South Harrison began a campaign this week to raise funds for a matching grant to pay for some of the costs of building the South Harrison Middle School. The Fitzgerald Family Foundation has offered to match up to $100,000 to underwrite the $4.7 million middle school, which was approved by voters in November. The school began selling bricks at a cost of $50 apiece to be placed in the breezeway between the high school and the middle school. The bricks will recognize contributors to the matching grant. The bricks went on sale Monday night at the South Harrison Invitational Basketball Tournament. Superintendent Dennis Eastin reported to the school board Thursday night that the brick sales will continue until March 31. Preliminary survey work has been completed on the middle school site at the north end of the high school building. “We are encountering a problem with the electrical lines,” Eastin told the school board. The district’s architects, Ellison & Auxier, will come to the February meeting of the school board to present the full building plans for the school. The board will hold a public hearing prior to the February board meeting on an opportunity for local investors to purchase certificates used to finance the middle school. The school district has been meeting with representatives of Edward Jones to discuss the sale of the certificates to provide a portion of the financing for the project. In other business, the board authorized the school to advertise for bids for the North Central Career Center’s parking lot project. The board completed an evaluation of the early childhood and Parents as Teachers programs. Elementary Principal Natalie Arnold reported that the school will host the countywide spelling bee on Feb. 12. High school Principal Mark Forster reported that an archery and air rifle curriculum will begin at the high school. Eastin said the MSBA School Board Recognition Week will be observed locally from Jan. 25-31. Certificates were presented to board members C.F. Rainey and Terry Daniel, who have served five years; Jack McCall and Caleb Guernsey, four years; Mark Plymell, nine years; Chad Smith, three years, and Nick Fitzgerald, one year. In the executive meeting, the board accepted the resignation of elementary teacher Ann Barnett at the end of the school year and extended Eastin’s contract as superintendent by one year. Good start: South Harrison girls win their conference opener at King City on Friday night. Page 6. Shamrock battles: Both North Harrison teams take losses from North Nodaway in non-conference play last week. Page 6. Still undefeated: South Harrison’s Austin Ward remains unbeaten in wrestling this season with a 20-0 record. Page 6. HighLow Prec. 18 5 None 5 -5 None 27 0 None 16 3 None 36 20 None 34 16 Trace 23 -1 None Five-Day Forecast The sun may break the monotony, making an appearance on Thursday and Friday for mostly sunny skies and highs soaring from the upper 30s on Thursday to the upper 40s on Friday. While the warmth remains, the sun will not, and we go back to partly cloudy skies through the weekend. Highs should stay in the mid to upper 40s and lows should remain in the upper 20s throughout the weekend and into the workweek. Temperatures provided by KAAN The city of Bethany received word on Monday morning that its application for the “Safe Routes to School Sidewalks” project has been selected to receive a $216,026 grant through the MoDOT Transportation Alternative Funds Program. According to the project application submitted by city administrator Jan Hagler on Nov. 14, 2014, “The city of Bethany has planned to begin the rejuvenation of its sidewalks by providing a central loop around the community that all other sidewalks can connect to in the future. The connection will increase the walking accessibility to schools, parks, retail businesses, and health services for all members of the community.” Per the city’s application, the new sidewalks will extend south of Beekman Street on 24th Street by the South Harrison Preschool facility, to Vandivert Street and then east to 25th Street. At Beekman and 15th Streets, the sidewalk is planned to go north by Prentiss Park to Miller Street. The sidewalk will also go north of the Elementary School on 22nd Street from Monson to Miller. Obtaining this grant money is the next step in the continuation of a project started with the MoDOT Safe Routes to School program, which awarded funding to the city of Bethany in Feb. 2013. The initial grant in the amount of $199,000 made possible the first phase of new sidewalks, which were installed around South Harrison Elementary in the fall of 2014. MoDOT says the next step will be authorizing federal funds. Republican-Clipper photo Safer sidewalks coming soon: The $216,026 grant the city of Bethany was awarded this week will go toward sidewalks like this one on 15th Street, replacing damaged concrete and pouring paths where there have been none, continuing the project started in 2013. Senator introduces legislation eliminating township government State Senator Dan Hegeman, R-12th district, plans to introduce legislation in the General Assembly allowing Sullivan County to vote on eliminating township government. Although Hegeman’s bill only applies to one county, nine other northern Missouri counties currently have the township form of government. They include Harrison, Caldwell, Livingston, Daviess, Grundy, Mercer, Gentry, DeKalb and Nodaway counties. Harrison County voters previously rejected a proposal to abandon townships in favor of the county form of government. The county’s 20 township boards are responsible for maintaining their roads and bridges. But, in recent years, some of the townships have found it difficult to find candidates to run for the township board, and several of those governmental units have limited financial resources to purchase equipment and maintain roads. But some local residents believe that townships are the best way to keep local control over government. Presiding Commissioner Jack Hodge said he is unaware of any movement locally to eliminate the township form of government. “There is always talk, but nothing actively moving on it,” he said. Votes on township issues usually come up through the initiative petition process. But Hageman’s bill would allow Sullivan County to take advantage of a state statute that allows the legislative process to be used. Hegeman said Sullivan County voters already are involved in a petition drive to place the township issue on the April ballot. Hodge said the present Harrison County Commission has not been involved in the township issue. “It would be new territory for us,” he said. Harrison County 4-H team places 14th at national event Weather Jan. 6 Jan. 7 Jan. 8 Jan. 9 Jan. 10 Jan. 11 Jan. 12 January 14, 2015 Republican-Clipper photo Restocking the food pantry: Bethany City Hall personnel unload boxes of canned soup at the Harrison County Food Pantry. The soup was purchased at Hy-Vee with proceeds from the Mayor’s Christmas Tree. Some 700 cans of soup were delivered at the pantry last week. Delivering the food were, from the left, City Clerk Nita Schroff, code officer Jacob Doll and City Administrator Jan Hagler. The Harrison County 4-H judging team’s first-ever trip to a national judging contest proved to be a memorable experience for team members over the past weekend. The Harrison County team placed 14th overall in competition with some of the best teams from across the country at the National Western Roundup Judging Contest. The Harrison County team qualified for the national contest in Fort Collins, Colo., after placing second overall in the state judging event in September. At the National Western Roundup, Cooper Sadowsky was fifth high overall as an individual, scoring second in sheep, sixth in reasons, ninth in swine and 10th in cattle. Tanner Daugherty scored just out of the top 10 rankings. “This was a very close scoring and a well run contest with good stock,” said team leader Teela Sadowsky. Adam Carrothers, the contest coach, said he was pleased with the team’s overall scores in Colorado. A team from Mt. Vernon, Mo., won the FFA judging contest at the National Western Roundup. The team had a fun day on Thursday before attending the workout day and long contest days on Friday and Saturday. “They had a good learning experience and are grateful to everyone who has supported them,” Teela Sadowsky said. The team will be traveling to the Iowa Beef Expo in February for another contest. Page 2 Bethany Republican-Clipper January 14, 2015 We remember when . . . A look back at the history of Harrison County from the pages of the Bethany Republican-Clipper. 120 Years Ago January 10, 1895 The Harrison County Bank is making quite an improvement in their building this week by putting in a new vault, the entrance to which weighs five tons. 70 Years Ago January 10, 1945 Fire discovered Sunday afternoon in the basement of the First National Bank building caused damage estimated the following day by W.M. Planck, cashier of the bank, at $3,500. 60 Years Ago January 12, 1955 The city of Bethany will aid the 1955 March of Dimes by contributing a full week’s proceeds from parking meters, it is announced by Paul Cochran, county chairman. Larry J. Long, Route 1, Bethany, has completed his first quarter of academic work at Northern Illinois College of Optometry with a straight A average. 40 Years Ago January 8, 1975 The hospital intersection and the Bethany public square are the two most dangerous driving locations in the city of Bethany, according to Chief of Police Gary Bullock. Mixed results have followed the initiation of Bethany’s city cigarette tax of 3 cents per package in July 1974. During the sixmonth period the city has received $11,548.47 from the tax which has been credited to the city road fund. The average monthly tax receipts of a little less than $2,000 reached a peak in August with a total of $2,064.88. The cigarette tax then gradually declined each month to $1,647 in December, with the exception of October when the total tax was $2,211.49. 20 Years Ago January 11, 1995 The Harrison County Commission will work with a Willmar, Minn., company in setting up the enhanced 911 emergency communications system for the county. Former Bethany teacher and coach Philip Padilla has filed a nearly $17 million damage suit charging that his constitutional rights were violated when the South Harrison school district failed to renew his teaching contract for the current year. Bethany Antique Mall, located at 410½ S. 38th Street (junction of I-35 and Hwy. 136) in Bethany opened this week. Harrison County Community Hospital officials believe that the recent withdrawal of a physician’s application to practice at HCCH will be only a minor setback to the hospital’s physician recruitment program. Governor and legislators offer divergent views on major issues by Missouri Statehouse News On the opening day of the Missouri legislature’s 2015 session, Republican legislative leaders and the state’s Democratic governor offered contrasting views about two of the major issues before state —Medicaid expansion and a new NFL football stadium in St. Louis. At a news conference before the start of the session, Gov. Jay Nixon expressed confidence there still was life in his proposal to expand Medicaid health care coverage to adults earning up to 138 percent of the federal poverty level. “I don’t think it’s a lost cause at all,” Nixon said. “Since we’ve been here last year, you’ve seen a cavalcade of states in which you have Republican governors, Republican legislatures moving forward on Medicaid that said they wouldn’t.” Nixon specifically mentioned Indiana, Utah, Alabama, and Tennessee in saying the “political lines have clearly changed since last year” on Medicaid expansion. However, Senate President Pro Tem Tom Dempsey, R-St. Charles County, had a simple answer when asked if Medicaid expansion was a possibility. “No,” Dempsey said. “I think elections matter.” Instead of expanding Medicaid, Dempsey talked about changing the structure and coverage of Medicaid. “We’re going to have serious discussions about reforms that we can make to better use existing resources to address the quality of care, the affordability of care, and the access to care,” he said. About building a new stadium for the St. Louis Rams, Nixon said he was not taking off the table the idea of spending government money to build the facility. Nixon said he thought it was important that the facility be government owned so it could be used for purposes other than just football “so we...can use it for multiple types of venues and multiple types of events.” Nixon said one of his priorities is keeping the St. Louis Rams in the state. “St. Louis is an NFL city,” Nixon said. But he also repeated principles that he said must be part of any new Rams agreement. 202 North 16th Street or P.O. Box 351 Bethany, Mo. 64424 email: [email protected] Phone 660.425.6325 Fax 660.425.3441 Website: www.bethanyclipper.com Established 1873 Member the National Newspaper Association and Missouri Press Association $28.00 ($25.94 plus tax $2.06) Elsewhere in Missouri $46.00 Newspaper Staff Philip G. Conger, editor and publisher Kathy Conger, advertising manager Carla Hillyard, circulation, bookkeeper Angela Ragan, advertising, web design Sarah Jean Hagler, news ($42.62 plus tax $3.38) Elsewhere in U.S. $52.00 Digital edition, USA no tax $28.00 no tax Missouri is a beef-cow state. The Governor’s Beef Summit, Jan. 5, drew attention to that cow advantage. Gov. Jay Nixon opened a far-and-wide discussion with a challenge to bring more dollars back to Missouri’s 1.7 million-head beef cow herd. Over 250 people from all parts of the beef industry met to discuss their future. Odds were against drawing a crowd. It was the first Monday of 2015, with polar express wind chills and short notice. Attendance was astounding. It was the best beef meeting in years. Missouri has regained No. 2 in cow numbers in the nation. Beef cows and their calves -- and forages they eat -- were the major income makers for Missourians for decades. High-priced soybeans bumped them aside. Cows and grass remain Missouri’s advantage. For soil-savings alone, Missourians farming on hills should think cows and grass first. They keep soil under agriculture. (This is “Year of the Soil.”) Several economists brought data to the gathering. With the number of calves born here, any small increase multiplies millions of times when fully adopted. They pointed out it is more than numbers. Quality adds dollars as well as pounds. 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Letters to the Editor: Our policy requires that all letters to the editor must be signed and addressed, preferably typewritten or legibly printed. All letters are subject to editing concerning length and language. Contents will not be altered. The opinions expressed in these letters do not necessarily reflect the views of management of this newspaper. Periodicals Postage paid at Bethany Post Office, Bethany, MO. 64424. Postmaster: Send changes to The Bethany Republican-Clipper. P.O.Box 351, Bethany, MO. 64424. Entered as Periodical February 6, 1929, at the Post Office at Bethany, Mo., 64424. Published each Wednesday. Myrna K. Burkes donated her Betty Hechtman, “Mermaids in book “Mistakes and Opportunities” to the library. John and Maxine Taraba, Twyla and Wayne Johnson, John and Janice Rose, Nancy Johns, Gerald and Kay Parker, Rickey and Judy Findley, Ron McClure, Whitt Farms Inc., Stan and Judy Tibbles, and Jon and Judy Hinkle made donations in memory of Roberta Whitt. Brenda Smith donated “The Haunted Mesa” by Louis L’Amour, “Catching Fire” by Suzanne Collins, “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins, “Apron Anxiety” by Alyssa Shelasky, “Mockingjay” by Suzanne Collins and “Labyrinth” by Kate Mosse in memory of Don Smith. Wayne Hughes made a donation to the library. Our new general and mystery fiction include “Betrayed” by Lisa Scottoline, “Hope to Die” by James Patterson in large print, “Full Force and Effect” by Mark Greaney, “Blue Labyrinth” by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child, “The Cinderella Murder” by Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke, “The Escape” by David Baldacci, “The Job” by Janet Evanovich and Lee Goldberg, “The Look of Love” by Sarah Jio, “Through the Deep Waters” by Kim Vogel Sawyer, “When Mercy Rains” by Kim Vogel Sawyer, “Mount Misery” by Angelo Peluso, “Innocent Traitor” by Alison Weir, “The Mistletoe Promise” by Richard Paul Evans, “Knot Guilty” by committed by the terrorist bands in Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria and even in the 9/11 attack in New York City. The television commentator made the point that women and religious minorities in Middle East feel on a daily basis the types of repugnant acts that would be condemned in every civilized society. There are countless stories of women being stoned to death for removing their hijab. ISIS beheaded Christians and other members of religious minorities in Syria who would not convert to their religion. Many of these acts shocked moderate Moslems who say that the militants are perverting the teachings of Muhammad. In Nigeria, the murderous bands surrounding the Boko Haram movement have made the kidnapping of young girls as sex slaves a part of their Islamic religion. The outrage over the murder of the cartoonists in Paris hopefully will lead to a united campaign to combat this scourge. How can European nations tolerate the radical preachers exhorting young Moslems to violence at home and abroad? Governments across the world suddenly realize that more needs Our own views to be done to improve security and to more closely monitor the radical groups, especially militants who travel to Syria and elsewhere to fight with ISIS. It is time to realize that we are in a life and death struggle with groups that want to destroy our way of life and our freedoms. Beef summit looks to grow dollars in economy Teresa Kinnison Bethany Librarian Republican-Clipper Harrison and adjoining counties by Phil Conger If there was any doubt that radical Islam is in a state of war with civilized society, the proof was offered last week when terrorists invaded the office of the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo and murdered several members of the staff. They executed a police officer, who also happened to be Muslim, on the street outside the magazine and then killed four hostages at a kosher grocery story. The point was made on a recent TV talk show that it was the murder of journalists that has finally awoken the public to the dangers posed by ISIS, Al Qaida and the other militant Islamic groups that are attempting to create a worldwide caliphate that would subjugate millions to their intolerant form of society. The Charlie Hebdo acts were just the latest in the crimes that have been Library News Bethany Subscription Rates “Those principles are protecting taxpayers, creating jobs, making significant private investment, and cleaning up and revitalizing under-utilized areas,” Nixon said. “This is a long and interesting process.” Republican legislative leaders have not expressed enthusiasm about spending taxpayer dollars for a new stadium for the Rams. “I doubt if there’s an appetite to do public money for [a new stadium],” said Senate GOP Leader Richard, R-Joplin. “When we have education issues and highway issues, I’m not sure the appetite is there to support that.” One day earlier, Richard was blunt about the chances of government funding for the facility. “Zero” was his response when asked to rate the chances on a scale of one to 10. On that same day, the Senate’s president pro tem—Sen. Tom Dempsey, R-St. Louis County— said the stadium was not at the top of his list of priorities for the legislative session. Paris murders reconfirm our state of war Paradise” by Lydia Millet, “The Chihuahau Always Sniffs Twice” by Waverly Curtis, “Tagged for Death” by Sherry Harris, “Wolf Haven” by Lindsay McKenna, “Geared for the Grave” by Duffy Brown, “Death with All the Trimmings” by Lucy Burdette, “Bryant & May and the Bleeding Heart” by Christopher Fowler, and “Woman with a Gun” by Phillip Margolin. Other books of interest include “Riverboat Reckoning” by Jon Sharpe, “A Christmas Far from Home” by Stanley Weintraub, “American Titan” by Marc Eliot in large print, “Mercy’s Fight” by T. L. Gray, “I am Number Four: The Lost Files: Hidden Enemy” by Pittacus Lore, “Willful Child” by Steven Erikson, “Charley Sunday’s Texas Outfit” by Stephen Lodge, “Terror of the Mountain Man” by William W. Johnstone with J. A. Johnstone, “Slocum’s Silver Burden” by Jake Logan, “Longarm and the Stagecoach Robbers” by Tabor Evans, “Trial at Fort Keogh” by Charles G. West, “Lying in Wait and Other True Cases” by Ann Rule. Our new audio books on cd include “The Escape” by David Baldacci and “Hope to Die” by James Patterson. Our new dvds include “Pompeii”, “Outbreak”, “The Last Song”, “The Wizard of Oz”, “Hotel Transylvania”. Rising beef prices favor change. Calf prices are high, going higher every week. (Except for year-end holidays.) Feeder calves sold for up around $3 a pound. Adding an extra pound per calf adds millions of dollars. At the end, I heard a consensus growing about boosting gains by 100 pounds per calf. Multiply million dollar increases by 100. A great start on Show-Me economic development. That is actually small potatoes compared to the potential. Many herds already bring more than 100-pound advantages back to Missouri. MU developed proven protocols to add value for every cow-calf farmer. Show-Me-Select calving-ease heifers cut death losses. More live calves make a difference. At the same time, genetic quality shoots up. Initial talk focused on bringing feedlots and packing plants back to the state. That’s been a perennial favorite since those went away decades ago. Packing plants followed the cattle. Feedlots moved to the High Plains for weather reasons, among others. To feed cattle in mud and cold takes buildings. That hurts the economic advantage of local feeding. Beef businessmen pointed out risks of starting anew here. Packing plants aren’t lucrative busi- nesses. The U.S. has too many, so plants are closing. Recent new additions ended in million-dollar losses. However, there is need for smaller slaughter plants for local specialty niche markets. It will be hard to find places for large economic-size feedlots or packing plants. Not in my backyard, people will say. Missouri cow herds and their grass hold the environmental advantage. And they certainly hold the quality beef genetic advantage over all other states. Beside beef improvements, we’ve learned to grow non-toxic fescue that adds almost a pound of gain a day on calves. Getting rid of toxins boosts conception rates in cows, giving more calves from the same-size cow herd. Biggest boosts come from improved heifer genetics. A herd can be upgraded from Select to Prime, our market of the future. Missouri already outperforms all states in making Prime beef. Packer premiums of $500 per head are a bonus. The Missouri Recipe is available from MU Extension livestock specialists. A powerful point at the Summit urged Extension to hire more livestock specialists. We need not finish and slaughter here. Those skills are close by for hire. We must keep control of our calves and reap the dollars on Hometown boy Duane Dailey Professor emeritus, MU what we produce. We know how. We must become sharper business people. When QB program steers go to Kansas the Missourians retain ownership. Those dollars come right back to Missouri. The state economy grows with those dollars in local banks. The Governor’s Beef Summit gave a resounding wakeup call. Missouri can profit from what we know and grow. It’s economically and environmentally sound. Missouri Department of Agriculture leadership shines bright. Your ideas to duanedailey7@ gmail.com Dan Hegeman takes on new role in governmental service It’s been 12 years since I was last in the Missouri Legislature, having served in the Missouri House of Representatives from 1999 to 2002. But on Wednesday, Jan. 7, I was honored to return to our state Capitol and be sworn in as the new State Senator for Missouri’s 12th Senatorial District. I was happy to be joined in the Senate Chamber by my wife, Fran; children, Joseph, Heidi and Joshua; Hannah Catterton and her husband, Colten, of Cosby; my sister and her husband, Nancy and Paul Langemach and my nephew, Mark Langemach of Savannah. In addition to my family, a number of folks from throughout the 12th Senate District came down to take part in the inaugural festivities for Missouri’s 98th General Assembly. But now that the inaugural festivities are finished, I am anxious to get “back in the saddle” engaging in the legislative process and representing the constituents of the 12th Senate District. Though the Senate adopted temporary rules, there are still a number of procedural items remaining before we can begin committee work. I expect to receive my committee assignments in the coming days, after the adoption of permanent rules by the Senate. Once we have adopted rules and assigned committees the Senate can really get into the thick of things and start moving bills through the legislative process. As your state senator, I am looking forward to developing greater economic opportunities in northwest Missouri, continuing to streamline government, and working to promote the infrastructure needs of the 15 counties that compose the 12th Senate District. I believe that attracting and retaining jobs is of the utmost importance to the livelihood of the citizens of the 12th Senate District and to our state and local economies. While I do not believe government creates jobs, I believe in promoting policies that give businesses the best opportunity to thrive, reducing the burdens at all levels of government on the taxpayer, and responsibly meeting our infrastructure challenges to suit the demands of business and our communities. As the 2015 session progresses, I encourage and look forward to your input. Quite simply, my goals here at the Capitol are to represent the constituents of the 12th Senate District to the absolute best of my abilities; to create meaningful solutions to our challenges; and to strive for reasonable and accountable government. As always, please feel free to call, email, or write with your ideas or concerns. My Capitol office number is (573) 751-1415, my email is dan.hegeman@ senate.mo.gov and my mailing address is Room 332, State Capitol Building, Jefferson City, MO 65101. Bethany Republican-Clipper Page 3 January 14, 2015 Missouri land values to remain stable Submitted photo Greenhand initiation: South Harrison FFA members attended the Greenhand Motivational Conference in Trenton. The group toured the NCMC Barton Farm Campus and visited with college professors and assistants. The students interacted with state and area FFA officers and learned about opportunities in FFA and set goals for themselves. Pictured, from left to right, are: Front row, state FFA officers; middle row, Brittney Myers, Keagan Madison, Jacob Starmer, T.J. Williams, Ethan Coleman, Casy Tharp and Payton Gentry. Back row, Kenzie Williams, Emily Creasey, Bailey Mehrhoff, Wyatt Ellis, Noah York, Brylee Bowles and Fayne Hamilton. Low property tax rates—a third of the national average—play a hand in keeping Missouri land values stable, says University of Missouri Extension economist Joe Parcell. He predicts that land values may soften briefly as commodity prices drop. However, low interest rates, low taxes and growing consumer confidence will keep prices steady, Parcell says. Missouri’s average property tax rate between 1951 and 2012 was 0.12 percent. During the same period, Missouri average growth rate for land values was 6.6 percent, above the growth rate for adjoining states. Interest in recreational land New ways to volunteer in your community and beyond If you want to help a local non-profit organization, but are strapped for time, making a difference is easier than ever. In fact, there are a variety of new ways you can make an impact in your community even from your computer or mobile device, as a “virtual volunteer.” Go Viral You’ve probably heard about the recent ALS “Ice Bucket Challenge.” The movement not only raised awareness about an important cause, it also raised an impressive sum of money. The viral success of this campaign means that good deed doers can expect similar projects to crop up down the line. If all you need is an internet connection and a few spare minutes, then most anyone can help raise awareness for a cause they’re passionate about. Be on the lookout for the next opportunity or get creative and start your own campaign. Grassroots Efforts, Online As an individual, you may not have the means to bestow a large donation upon your favorite charitable organization, but that doesn’t mean you can’t help out in a big way. One example is the annual Tom’s of Maine, “50 States for Good” program, whereby individuals were each able to nominate a non-profit that’s making a difference for people and the planet. This year, the company is rewarding an organization in every state and the District of Columbia with $10,000 in funding, providing more than $500,000 for grassroots commu- nity projects. To view past winners, visit www.50StatesforGood. com. “Those inspired by the work of a non-profit have been able to say thanks and show their support through the program,” says Susan Dewhirst, goodness programs manager at Tom’s of Maine. Show Support, Remotely This year, the Tom’s of Maine “50 States for Good” program is also spotlighting a project that aims to revitalize a distressed park in Detroit. Anyone can show support with just a few clicks by helping decide what new items should go into the park, such as a swing set, art installation, upcycled benches or a basketball court, among other items. Like, share and post your social support for the project by visiting www.50StatesforGood.com and follow the park’s progress at www. Twitter.com/TomsofMaine. Make Connections Online One-on-one tutoring is one of the most useful ways to help children succeed academically. But traditional face-to-face tutoring requires more than just the one productive hour of instruction since the commute is a factor as well. Look into online tutoring programs that eliminate that hurdle. For example, TutorChatLive recruits volunteers to remotely tutor underserved students. Even if you’re busy, new avenues for giving back are making it possible for anyone to make a positive contribution. North Central Missouri College honor lists North Central Missouri College in Trenton has named students with outstanding academic achievements to its honor lists for the 2014 fall semester. Hannah Eastin of Eagleville was named to the President’s List with a perfect 4.0 grade point average. Students named to the Dean’s List were recognized for grade point averages of 3.5 or above. They included: Jessica Brewster, Lora Girsch, Bobby Loving, Susan Marrs, Josie Williams and Tiara Ward, Bethany; Hailey Francis, Gilman City; and Mason Booth and Andrew Jackson, Ridgeway. Submitted photo Dodge ball winners: Five teams turned out for the Bethany Community Gym’s first dodge ball tournament on Saturday, Jan. 10. Pictured here are tournament winners, the Average Joes. From left to right they are Robbie Cracraft, Ed Ury, Jason Fitzpatrick, Brett Perkins, Tyler Fitzpatrick and Aaron Fitzpatrick, back row, and Bailey Perkins and Karen Claycomb, front row. Harrison County Weekly Report Dissolution Operate vehicle on highway with- $285.50, William Craig Hosmer, Alicia Dawn Akins and Randy Lee out a valid license: fined $76.50, Springfield, MO; fined $285.50, Holtmyer Hanna M. Simonson, Chicago, IL Anthony Mark Provost, Old Monroe, Mackenzie Shere Milligan and Illegal parking: fined $245.50, MO; fined $240.50, Kenneth J. Aaron Michel Milligan Michael D. Billberry, Whittier, CA; Yoshida, Olathe, KS; fined $240.50, Real Estate Transfers fined $240.50, Lauren G. Ernst, Michael Kelly Mercer, Kansas City, Betty M. 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Interest rates remain low, and the stock market increase has led to increased consumer confidence. This is the perfect recipe for seeing non-agriculturerelated interest for Missouri farmland.” Cash rent for land is changing as well, said MU Extension agricultural business specialist Karisha Devlin. Rising livestock prices pushed pastureland values up faster than cropland in 2014, reversing usual growth rates. There are also changes due in part to the growing number of landowners who don’t live on the land. Absentee landowners may be two generations removed from the farm. They may have fewer emotional ties to the land, little understanding of farm issues and see the land only as an investment. Changing commodity and livestock prices are driving interest in flex leases and cash agreements, Devlin said. In the past, landowners may Sniffles and flu are not the only afflictions of winter. Many people find that the dark and cold days can impact their mood. In fact, seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects approximately 10 million Americans, and another 10 to 20 percent of the public may have mild SAD, according to Psychology Today. Coupled with busy lives, the winter blues can put extra strain on one’s relationships and psyche. Luckily there are simple lifestyle changes you can make to help lead a happier, less stressful life during winter. Healthy Habits Feeling blue can be compounded by unhealthy habits. Limit alcohol and get plenty of rest to feel your best. Eat foods beneficial to brain health, such as those that contain omega 3 fatty acids. Be sure to exercise daily, as physical activity can boost serotonin and dopamine levels in your brain. While the days may be shorter, try to take advantage of the sunlight each day with a brisk walk at lunch -- remember to bundle up though, a winter cold is never fun! Get Cozy One of the causes of winter blues is light deprivation. If you have a fireplace, counteract the shorter days by adding a fire to your daily routine. Dinner, reading, relaxing, watching TV, and even working can seem more enjoyable by adding the light and warmth of a fire, say the statistics. Indeed, 89 percent of people say having a fire is extremely important, important or somewhat important to their wintertime quality of life, according to a recent survey jointly conducted by the American Institute of Stress (AIS) and Duraflame, which creates fire-related products, including fire logs and fire starters. A fire can offer stress relief, creating an opportunity to gather friends and family in a relaxing ambiance. Whether you’re alone or with a group, consider making it a hassle-free experience by using a manufactured fire log, which produces robust, bright flames and burns significantly cleaner and more efficiently than a typical wood fire. Take a Breather Consider setting aside more time each day to mentally and physically recuperate. Nearly 60 percent of people take an hour a day or less to wind down and relax, according to the AIS and Duraflame survey, and more probably should. Try this quick stress relief exercise, “The Quieting Reflex,” recommended by Dr. Daniel L. Kirsch, president of AIS: • Smile inwardly with your eyes and mouth, relaxing your facial muscles. Think of something heartwarming or amusing while you do this. This starts to counter stress immediately. • Next think of the expression: “Alert Mind, Calm Body” to counter negative thoughts. • Slowly take a deep breath while visualizing it as warm air coming in from pores, or holes opening up in the bottom of your feet and slowly moving up into your lungs. have based cash rents on what others pay. Be leery of “coffee shop talk” as a guide, and use mathematical equations recommended by MU Extension. Devlin said good cropland averaged an estimated $4,717 per acre in 2014. Pastureland values ranged from $1,751 to $2,672, up 7.2 percent from 2013 due to demand caused by higher beef prices. Timberland was worth $1,820 per acre, and hunting and recreation land was valued at $1,710. The simplest rule is, “The best land is still the best value,” she says. Tips for beating the Winter blues Whitetail Properties Real Estate • While you exhale, visualize a wave of warmth and relaxation slowly flowing through your body exiting through your feet, like the spreading warmth you feel when sitting by the fireplace. 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Bible Study Calvary Chapel Bethany Scott Jones, Pastor 1706 Main, Bethany 660-425-4494 www.calvarybethany.org 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Wed. 7 p.m. Church of Christ 17th & Central, Bethany 10 a.m. Sunday Bible Study 11 a.m. Worship Eagleville Baptist Church 9:30 am Sunday Bible class; 10:30 am & 7 pm worship Eagleville Church of Christ 10 am Sunday Bible classes; 10:45 am & 6 pm worship Eagleville First Christian Jason Laxton, Pastor 18387 US Hwy 69 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:30 worship Handicapped accessible Eagleville United Methodist Gina Lucas, pastor 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:30 am worship Wed. 7 pm Bible Study Fairview Community Church Rev. Wayne Caulkins, pastor 4 miles S. on Hwy 146 east of Bethany 10:30 am Service Faith Community Christian 602 South 15th St., Bethany Rev. Olin Slaughter, pastor 9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10:45 a.m. worship 5 p.m. Supper; 6:30 p.m. Bible Study Tuesday 6 pm Women’s meeting 7 p.m. Bible study Gilman City First Baptist Tim Wilson, pastor 8 a.m. early service 9:30 praise & worship; 9:45 am Sunday school; 10:45 am & 6 pm worship; Wed 6:15 meal 6:45 pm worship & praise 7 pm. Bible study - All Ages Nursery available - All services Gilman City United Methodist Pastor Kobey Puls 10 am S. School; 10:45 am worship Kids Group 2nd & 4th Sundays 5:30 p.m. Highway Christian Tom Reynolds, minister I-35 exit 88, 1/2 mile S. on Hwy. 13 10 am Sunday school; 11 am worship Hope Lutheran Rev. Walter Peckman, pastor 9:00 a.m. worship 10:15 am Bible Study to the Bethany Republican-Clipper, P.O. Box 351, Bethany, MO., Or e-mail us at [email protected]. Immanuel Baptist New Hampton Christian Bruce Williams, Pastor Paul Drummond Trevor Darr, Youth Pastor 9:30 am Sunday school; 8:30 a.m. prayer time; 10:45 am worship; 9:00 Sunday school 10:15 am, worship; Wednesday 6:30 pm Bible study 5:30 Youth; 7 p.m. worship; New Hampton Methodist Wed. 6:15 Youth; 6-7:30 p.m. Team Kid; Rev. 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Paul Zimmerman Pastor Joe Hendren 10 am Sunday school; 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 11 am worship, 2nd & 4th Sundays 10:30 a.m. worship Melbourne Baptist Ridgeway Assembly of God Alvin Trusty, pastor 10 am Sunday school; 10 am Sunday school; 11 am & 6 pm worship 11 am & 6 pm worship; Ridgeway United Methodist Discipleship training 6 pm; Gina Lucas, pastor; 9 am worship; Wed. 6:30 p.m. prayer & Bible study 9:45 am Sunday school Mitchelville Methodist Ridgeway Baptist Rev. Paul Zimmerman 9:45 am Sunday school; 10 am Sunday school; 10:45 am worship worship 1st & 3rd Sundays 7:00 p.m. Team Kid/evening worship Morris Chapel Wed. 5:30 RA & GA Cristy Clark, pastor 7:00 Bible Study 9 am worship, 2nd & 4th Sundays Seventh Day Adventist Sunday school each Sunday 1207 Clay, Gallatin Mt. Moriah Baptist Sabbath study 9:15 am; 11 am worship Rev. Victor Buntin, pastor Shady Grove Christian Bible 9:30 am Sunday school; 10 am Sunday school; 10:30 am & 8 pm worship; 11 am & 6:30 pm worship. Discipleship training 6:30 pm; Wednesday 6:30 pm Bible study Wednesday 7 pm worship Wesley Chapel Methodist Mt. Pleasant No. 2 Cristy Clark, pastor Rev. Robert Skeens, pastor 9 am worship; 9:30 am Sunday school; 10 am Sunday school; 10:30 am & 6:30 pm worship; 1st & 3rd Sundays Wed. 7 pm prayer & Bible study Willow Row United Mt. Pleasant No. 1 David Hilsabech, lay minister Chuck Ramsey, pastor 9 am Sunday school; CC Hwy. North of Brimson 10 am worship, 10 am Sunday school; 11 am worship 1st & 3rd Sundays Mt. Zion Word of Life New Hampton Christian Fellowship 10 am Sunday school; Rev. Clyde Hulet, minister; 11 am worship Pattonsburg 9:15 am Sunday school; 10 am worship Bethany Republican-Clipper Andover News Margaret Gibson 878-6118 Haven’t had too much difficulty with the weather. Had some snow, of course, but nothing to get very excited about. The temperatures have been a little low now and then, too, but not for an extended amount at one time. To paraphrase what my son, Steve, often says, “We have been very blessed.” And indeed we have. But on to the news. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bill Weable and family with the passing of Bill’s wife, Ethlyn Weable. We send our deepest sympathy to Bill. Andover Community Club met at the home of Liz Carpenter on Friday evening. Those enjoying good food and visiting were Rex and Barbara Waller, Lucy and Larry Baxter, Lorrie Long, Jackie Snethen, and Liz. The next gathering will be at the home of Rex and Barbara Waller on Friday, February 6 at 6:30 p.m. Wallace and Doris Lane had a very pleasant visit with Larry and Linda Wilcoxson on Sunday afternoon. Sandy Osborn said she has been enjoying her grandchildren. She babysat them on New Year’s Eve. Sandy saw the New Year in, but she didn’t say that she and her grandchildren saw the New Year in together. Jack Hutton had a couple of his friends, Blake McBroom and Blake’s cousin, and Sarah Jakes over to help see the New Year in. The holidays, Christmas and seeing the New Year in, have passed, so it is back to the regular grind. The students attended school on Tuesday, then school was called off on Wednesday because of extremely cold weather. Definitely have to keep an eye on the weather this time of the year. It sure can have an impact on daily life. Dana Wilcoxson and Lonny Lane stopped by on December 30th to visit Doris and Wallace Lane. Have a good week, be kind to each other, and Christmas and New Year’s Day have come and gone, but we do wish you all the best as we deal with 2015! P.S. Haven’t heard anything from Jackie or Philinda Snethen lately, so I can only assume they are getting along okay. Harrison County School Events Jan. 14-21 South Harrison Jan. 12-17 SHHS Invitational Tournament Jan. 14: Brilliant Bulldogs Jan. 15: Storyweavers Assemblies; Wrestling @ Mid Buch Jan. 17: Wrestling @ Plattsburg Jan. 18: NMIB Clinic Band Jan. 19: School in session; NMIB Clinic Band Jan. 20: VBB vs. Princeton; wrestling @ Stanberry Jan. 21: Brilliant Bulldogs Cainsville Jan. 12-17 SHHS Invitational Tournament Jan. 14: 9th grade at Graceland Jan. 15: Reg board meeting 7:00 Jan. 16: Storytelling program; ED @ 12:50 Jan. 20: VBB vs. North Harrison @ Ridgeway Jan. 21: senior financial aid night 7:00 Gilman City Jan. 19-23 Homecoming week Jan. 14: State FFA degree selection Jan. 16: PK-6th Technology Day Jan. 19: School in session Jan. 20: VBB @ home vs. Newtown Jan. 21: State FFA degree selection North Harrison Jan. 12-17 SHHS Invitational Tournament Jan. 16: Dismiss @ 12:45 teacher in-service Jan. 19: School in session; JVBB vs. Stanberry Jan. 20: VBB @ East Harrison Jan. 21: Board meeting 7:00 Ridgeway Jan. 12-17 SHHS Invitational Tournament Jan. 19: School in session Jan. 20: VBB vs. North Harrison @ Ridgeway North Harrison News Jim White gave our announcements. Prayer song was “Standing on the Promises”. Our lesson was “Jesus’ Prayer for his Disciples” taken from John 17: 6-21 and was taught by Shirley. Pastor Charlie welcomed us this morning and had us greet each other. There were several prayer request from the community. Opening worship song was “Ah, Lord God”. Responsive reading #588: Christian Ministry”. Communion was given to all believers. Our message was entitled “A Much Needed Spirit for this Age” and was taken from Roman 1: 1. Following church we had our yearly meeting with lunch afterwards. Everyone have a safe and blessed week from the Blythedale Christian Church. The North Harrison FCCLA will serve lunch after church services in the Eagleville Community Center Sunday, January 18. Birthdays recognized at the Eagleville Christian Church last Sunday were for Bo Laxton, Ed and Nancy Parman and Linda Weatherwax. Kimberly Stretch and Bo Laxton were acolytes and Katie Smith presented the children’s sermon. Luke 2:39-52 was the resource for Pastor Laxton’s sermon. On Saturday, Helen Cook was happy to have granddaughter Alyssa and husband Adam Buelpel of Prairie Village, Kan., come to visit and to help celebrate her birthday. Former Pastor of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Glenn Walters, passed away recently in Oklahoma. Services at the Eagleville UM Church on Sunday, 1-11 opened New Hampton News Mr. and Mrs. Mervin Bonham, Shannon Duane Smith and Drake Smith were all day visitors of JoAnn Hillyard on Saturday, January 10, to celebrate her birthday. They treated her to lunch then helped her with some household chores. Her son Jack Hillyard, Camp Hill, Pa., called three times over the weekend. She had a very enjoyable birthday. Sympathy is extended to Mary Hodge and family for the death of Mary’s granddaughter, Jodi Lyn Hodge Gibson. Burial was to be in Kidwell Cemetery near Martinsville. (See death notices). Sympathy is extended to the family of Arletta Jean Barnett Crockett, DeKalb, Mo., who died this past week. Arletta grew up north of Bethany and graduated from Southwest Harrison High School in 1955. Her sister, Linda Jean Barnett has lived in the New Hampton and Bethany communities for many years. Services and burial were held at DeKalb. Pat and Tom Lambert took her mother, Maudine Bennum, to K.C. last Tuesday for chemo. Margie Warner has stayed home all week with a cold. Shirley and Charlie McKinny visited her Tuesday and Sarah Ford and chil- with welcome and announcements. The FCCLA dinner on Sunday, 1-18 will be at the Eagleville Community Center after church services, a free will offering. Lela and Dillon Hartschen were candlelighters. Scripture was from Genesis 2:4-25. Pastor Gina’s sermon was “Creation”. Communion was served. Mary Cook was absent due to illness. Cleora Briggs was a visitor and later a dinner guest of sister Nina Adkison. Nina Adkison attended a birthday party in Bethany on Saturday for great grandson Austin Reno who was seven. Cleora Briggs is having her second cataract surgery in Des Moines on Monday, 1-12. Her first surgery has been very beneficial. Maudine Bennum 439-2363<[email protected]> dren visited her Thursday evening. Alberta VanVactor, Council Bluffs, Iowa, came Friday evening and spent the weekend with her mother, Bonnie Magee, returning home Sunday evening. We have had lots of cold and gloomy days so far in January of 2015. That sunshine sure looks good on the occasional appearances and hopefully will stick around longer. My daughter, Pat, asked me if I remembered what happened 35 years ago. I had forgotten, but she was in school NWMSU, Maryville and her Dad and I were both working there as custodians. We all came home on Friday night in a big snow storm. We made it part way up our driveway and got stuck in the heavy snow and had to walk the rest of the way to our home. We were feeling very fortunate to make it that far as the roads were getting very bad. There was a place west of Stanberry and another just east of Maryville, near what was then Mt. Alverno, where there was oneway traffic for several days due to the heavy snow drifts. Not as bad as the blizzard that came in just before Christmas in 1961, but one of several winter storms that many of us still recall. I remember one that came in April too. Other parts of the country have been pretty hard hit this winter and I hope our luck holds and we don’t have any really bad storms. I have reviewed my January calendar and sadly had five birthdays and an anniversary to mark through this month. If anyone sees a name I have missed, let me know, Happy birthdays to Paula York, Donna Graham, Chris Magee, Teresa Boda on Jan. 15; Kathy Boulting, Billy Luther, Sue Stevens Elliott on the 16th; Leland Graham, Seth Peters on the 17th; Jeremy Allen on the 19th; John Magee on the 20th. Brian Magee, Junior Scott, Corey Coleman, Steve Easton on the 21st. Happy anniversary to Everett and Evelyn McCampbell who will celebrate their 68th anniversary on Jan. 20 and anyone else celebrating their big day this week. Have a good week, everyone. Drive carefully and stay warm and healthy. Remember our sick and sorrowing friends in your thoughts and prayers . Hope to have more news next week, so remember, your news items are always welcome. Roberson Funeral Homes visit our website at www.robersonfuneralhome.com Bethany Eagleville Gilman City Jamesport King City Pattonsburg Stanberry 660-425-3315 660-867-3112 660-876-5714 660-684-6999 660-535-4321 660-367-2117 660-783-2869 or call Toll Free 1-877-425-3315 Bethany Republican-Clipper Mystery meal or culinary delight By Janet Hackert, Regional Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, University Extension It is time to eat. You open the fridge and find some brown rice or a small piece of meat or some leftover vegetables or (fill in the blank) … or all of the above. How can this possibly become a meal? Here are some tips on converting a mystery meal of leftovers into a culinary delight. Start by considering what you have available. To minimize the grocery bill and for food safety’s sake, check the leftovers first. Then see what is on hand in the pantry, refrigerator and freezer. Look for interesting ways to combine what is available. Choose a vegetable or combination of vegetables. Fresh, frozen and canned are good sources of many nutrients. Add a starch. It could be a starchy vegetable like potatoes or dried beans, or a grain like brown rice, whole wheat pasta or couscous. Include a little meat, fish, or eggs for some protein. Dairy foods can be included to flavor the meal or as part of a sauce. Keep in mind that sauces can be ready-toeat sauces like spaghetti sauce, or easy to create sauces like cottage cheese or stewed tomatoes. Next look for the spices, sauce or condiments that will make the ordinary extraordinary. Sometimes all it takes is to change up the seasonings of food to create a new and interesting flavor with familiar mundane foods. University of Missouri Extension has several publications available online at http://extension.missouri.edu or by contacting the local MU Extension office. For example, MU Extension publication N362 Herbs and Spices describes which herbs and spices complement which types of food. On http:// missourifamilies.org the handout called “Help for Hypertension— A Dietary Guide” gives recipes for salt-free herb blends such as Chinese Five-Spice, Italian Blend, Curry Blend, and Mexican Chili Blend, to name just a few. And if the specific ingredient needed is “In a Pinch: Ingredient Substitution” is a helpful guide. Another option is to add a little of this and a little to that to a pizza, macaroni and cheese or other casserole or pancakes. “The New Missouri Mix”, MU Extension publication GH1055, has some great recipes for easy, inexpensive sides to dress up the meal. It starts with a basic baking mix then gives recipes for such possibilities as biscuits, cobbler, pancakes, or muffins. For more information on making a mystery meal into a culinary delight or any other topic, contact me, Janet Hackert, at 660425-6434 or HackertJ@missouri. edu or your local University of Missouri Extension office. Ridgeway announces second quarter honor roll Ridgeway R-V school district has announced the names of students being honored for academic achievements as named to the school’s second quarter honor rolls. Students named to the regular honor roll include: Madyson Bender, Cheyenne Williams and Landon Willis, third grade; Grayson McFall, fourth grade; Kennison Roberts, fifth grade; Carson Billups and Adam Rinehart, sixth grade; Tristyn Andrew, 11th grade; and Austin Holliday, Kayli Hosteter, Anna Perkins and Caid Selby, 12th grade. Students named to the high honor roll include: Alexis Booth and Leah Thomas, third grade; Penny Thomas, seventh grade; Ethan Billups and Rose Thomas, eighth grade; Grace Thomas, 11th grade; and Cassidy Booth and Tyler Higgins, 12th grade. include best friend, Bo Hunter, Iowa, Jason Cummings, Iowa, and Kittie Stewart, Bethany, Mo.; and nieces, nephews and many other friends and family. Funeral services were Tuesday, January 13, at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, Mo. Burial with Flag Folding Ceremonies in Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Mt. Moriah, Mo. Memorials may be made to the Mt. Moriah Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at: www.robersonfuneralhome. com. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at the Cainsville Christian Church in Cainsville, Mo., with Pastor Royce Smith officiating. Burial will be in the Zoar Cemetery, Cainsville, Mo. Arrangements were through the Slade – O’Donnell Funeral Home of Leon and Lamoni, Iowa. Deaths Terry Cole Terry Cole, 69, Gilman City, died Sunday, January 11, 2015 at Mosaic Life Center, St. Joseph. Terry was born December 25, 1945 in Manchester, N. H. She married Charles Cole June 20, 1964 in Londonberry, N. H. She was a med tech, working at Crestview for 20 years. Terry had lived in the Gilman City area for 22 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Dorothy (Calero) Costello and brother, Skip Costello. She is survived by husband, Charles of the home; daughters, Kelly (Timothy) Kollanda, Gilman City, Wendy (Marvin) Andersen, Gilman City; sons, Mark (Christine) Cole, Manchester, N.H., John (Rebecca) Cole, Paige, Texas; brother, David (Dawn) Costello, Goffstown, N.H.; grandchildren, Chad (Michelle) Cole, Gilman City, Adam Smith, Norfolk, Va., Corey Andersen, Gilman City, Jordan Cole, Manchester, N.H.; five great grandchildren. Mrs. Cole was cremated under the direction of Bethany Memorial Chapel, with private inurnment at a later date. Tributes may be left a www. bethanymemorialchapel.com. Michael R. Breer Michael R. Breer, 51, Bethany, Mo., passed away January 9, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Medical Center, Kansas City, Mo. Mike was born on July 19, 1963 in Nevada, Iowa, the son of V. Charlene (Bartmess), (Richard Grabill) and the late Vernon R. Breer. He graduated from South Harrison High School, Bethany, Mo., in 1981. Following graduation he joined the Army. While in the Army, he completed The Wheeled Vehicle and Generator Mechanics Course and traveled to Germany where he worked on tanks. He was honorably discharged on June 30, 1987. Mike was employed by the city of Bethany at the water treatment plant. On February 6, 1987, he met Peggy Snead, and they were married April 10, 1987 at the Mt. Moriah, Mo., City Park. Survivors include his wife Peggy, of the home; son, Eric of the home; daughter, Jessica Carver (Philip Taylor), Bethany, Mo.; daughter, Jennifer Cummings (Michael Wedgworth), Bethany, Mo.; son, Ken Stewart (Jodi Kuster), Kellerton, Iowa; mother, Charlene Breer (Richard Grabill), Ridgeway, Mo.; two sisters; three brothers, and many grandchildren. Other survivors Page 5 January 14, 2015 Mary May Jacquelyn Madison Ethlyn Claire Weable Mary May Jacquelyn Madison, 87, Bethany, Mo., passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2015 surrounded by her loving family at Bethany Care Center, Bethany, Mo. She was born July 6, 1927 in Hutchison, Kan., the daughter of Earl and Mary (Kleever) Cox. On April 8, 1949, she married Ethlyn Claire Weable, age 78, James Alfred Madison in Des of Lamoni, Iowa, the daughter Moines, Iowa. He preceded her of George Washington, Sr. and in death on July 20, 2002. She Charlie Francis (McBee) Ham- was also preceded in death by ilton, was born May 16, 1936 in her parents and son, James Ross Harrison County, Mo. She died at Madison. Iowa Methodist Medical Center Mary worked as a regisin Des Moines, Iowa, on Friday, tered nurse at Crestview NursJanuary 9, 2015. ing Home and Harrison County Ethlyn graduated from Cains- Health Department. ville High School in Cainsville, Survivors include daughters, Mo., in 1954. On October 29, Jean Madison, Dayton, Ohio, 1956, she married Billy Eugene Yvonne (Eddie) Talbott, WashWeable. They lived in Riverside, ington, Mo., Kathy (Arthur) Calif., for four or five months Stroup, Clarksville, Tenn., and before moving to Kansas, northern Hazel Madison and fiancé, Missouri, and then Lamoni, Iowa. Wayne Bonde, King City, Mo.; She liked horses and enjoy- step-daughter, Vivian (Pat) Shaning riding in her younger years. non; 17 grandchildren; 45 great She was a good cook and loved grandchildren and one greatto read and travel. She enjoyed great grandchild. watching political shows on teleFuneral services were Saturvision and was always ready for a day, January 10, at Roberson debate. She enjoyed driving and Funeral Home, Bethany, Mo. giving rides in her 1964 Thun- Burial in the Mt. Olivet Cemderbird, a gift from Bill. Ethlyn etery, Bethany, Mo. Memorials was a member of the Cainsville may be made to the Mt. Olivet Christian Church and was teacher Cemetery in care of Roberson of the Joy Class for women. Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Preceding her in death were Bethany, MO 64424. her parents; siblings, William Online condolences may be left Hamilton, Ruby Still, Leila Booth, at www.robersonfuneralhome. and George Hamilton, Jr.; and niece, Twyla. James W. Goble Survivors include her husband, James Goble, 82, a Northland Bill Weable, of Lamoni; nephews, resident of Kansas City, Mo., Steve Hamilton, Alex Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, January Bobby Still, Mike Booth, and Ron 6, 2015. Jim was born April 16, Booth; great nieces and nephews; 1932 to Olin and Gladys (Thompand other relatives and friends. Clubs Society Bethany T.O.P.S. Dementia Support Group now meets at 1:00 p.m. the first Friday pounds sensibly), #1146, meets of every month at Bethany Care every Tuesday evening from Center, 1305 South 7th Street in 5:15 to 6:30 at the First Christian Bethany. Everyone is welcome! Church basement. For information Please come give your support call June Ann Lewis at 425-3857. or get support. New update each Elizabeth Harrison Chapter meeting. Missouri Association for of D.A.R. NA-AA Meetings The Elizabeth Harrison Chapter of the National Society of the AA meets on Thursday 7-8 Daughters of the American Revo- p.m. at the Faith Community lution will hold their meeting on Christian Center, 602 S. 15th Monday, January 19, at the Clyde St, Bethany (the old Methodist Eckard Meeting Room of the Church building). Call Alan 660Harrison County Multi-Purpose 868-0594. Center in Bethany at 5:30 p.m. P.E.O. Chapter BV Linda Eivens will present the proP.E.O. Chapter BV will meet at gram “A Penny Saved-Colonial the Toot Toot Restaurant for lunch Americans and their money”. at 11:30 on Monday, January 19, Harrison County Alzheimer’s to celebrate Founder’s Day. If you Support Group have questions, call Julia at 425Harrison County Alzheimer’s/ 6811 or Helen at 425-4613. Bethany T.O.P.S. (take off Mr. and Mrs. Tull Submitted photo 60th Wedding Anniversary Glenn Doyle and Judy Tull will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on January 23, 2015. They are the loving parents of three daughters, Debbie Bell, Lisa (Gregg) Hartley, and Michelle (Richard) Hallock. They have eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Those wishing to send cards can mail to the honorees: Glenn D. and Judy Tull, 19514 W. State Highway 46, Hatfield, MO 64458. son) Goble in McFall, Mo. Jim served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was united in marriage with Jean Guess on December 16, 1950 in New Hampton, Mo. From this union three children were born, Rick, Debbie and Jeff. Jean preceded him in death in November of 2014. Jim spent his working career as a truck driver and owner of his own business, Goble Trucking. He was also a volunteer for over 20 years with the Platte County Sherriff’s Department as a deputy. Jim was a member of the Masonic Lodge in New Hampton, Mo. He enjoyed playing the fiddle; blue grass music; going to the lake house; traveling in the family motorhome with his grandchildren; and family dinners. His pride and joy was a 1954 Super C Farmall Tractor. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Goble; his parents; a grandson, Joseph Goble and a sister, Carolyn Gentry. He is survived by his children, daughter, Debbie Goble of Kansas City, Mo., and two sons, Rick Goble of Grain Valley, Mo., and Jeff Goble and wife, Janeen of Kansas City, Mo.; five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Saturday, January 10, at Meyers Funeral Chapel in Parkville, Mo. Burial in Grandview Cemetery in Albany, Mo. Memories of Jim and condolences may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com. livestock at the Bethany Fair. She excelled in school, was always reading books and loved to have a good time. Jodi accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior at a young age and was baptized at Brooklyn Falls, Mo., into the Martinsville Christian Church. Jodi married Jeremy Gibson on February 14, 1992. Their son Zackary was born February 12, 1993 and she became a devoted mother who loved Zack very much. She and Jeremy later divorced. Jodi loved the Kansas City Chiefs and always believed she would see them play in a Super Bowl. She moved to the Shawnee, Kan., area in 1998, and continued to live in that area until her death. Jodi was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Orie Hodge and Elmer Johnston; uncles, Leroy and Larry Johnston, Jay and Leonard Hamilton and cousins, Kathy Hatfield Hamilton and Casey Hodge. Those left to mourn her include her son, Zack Gibson, of the US Navy, Washington State; her parents, Joe and Marilyn Hodge; her sister, Candice Hodge Womack and brother-in-law, Mike Womack; niece, Alli Hodge, all of Cairo, Mo.; Zack’s father, Jeremy Gibson, Rochester Minn.; grandmothers Mary Hodge, Bethany, Mo., and Edna Johnston, Des Moines, Iowa; her closest friends, like family to her, Mary Frisbie, Barb and Jerry Hanson, Joe Price and their dog Jasper, Natalie Leap, and camping buddies, Mark and Lisa Huff. Jodi will be missed by her aunts, uncles, cousins, many friends and by the people she worked with at Westlake’s and Walmart. Funeral services were Saturday, January 10, at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, Mo. Burial in the Kidwell Cemetery, Martinsville, Mo. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice and/or Kidwell Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome. com. Jodi Lyn Hodge Gibson Jodi Lyn Hodge Gibson, 42, Shawnee, Kan., (formerly of Trenton and Martinsville, Mo.) passed from this life on Sunday, January 4, 2015 in Johnson County, Kan. Jodi was born November 22, 1972 in Bethany, Mo., the daughter of Joe and Marilyn Johnston Hodge. Jodi was a very happy, chatty little girl who brought much delight to her family and friends. Most of the time, she loved being a big sister to Candice. She attended the Martinsville, Mo., school until 1986, when she moved with her family to Red Oak, Iowa, then moved to Trenton, Mo., where she graduated from high school in 1991. She attended North Central Community College and Johnson County Community College. She didn’t just have a “best friend”, she had a “close circle of two dozen people” around her most of the time. Jodi never met an animal she didn’t like. The ugliest animal was pretty in her eyes. She loved dogs, cats, horses and showing Birthday Card Shower A birthday card shower has been requested for Alice Allen. She is a resident of Crestview. She is celebrating her birthday on January 19. Cards would be appreciated and can be mailed to Alice at PO Box 430, Bethany, MO 64424. Cainsville announces second quarter honor rolls The Cainsville R-I school district has announced its second quarter honor rolls. Elementary school students receiving all Bs and above were named to the Red and Black Honor Roll. Those students included: Michelle Boswell, Maddox McLain and Carleton Nash, third grade; Ethan Cornelison, fourth grade; and Eli Booher and Hunter Kirk, sixth grade. Elementary school students receiving all As for the quarter were named to the Excellence Honor Roll. Those students included: Garrett Baker, Kinsey Jones and Jackson Thomas, third grade; Emma Harding, Austin LaFountain and Justin Sullivan, fourth grade; and Jacob Harding, sixth grade. The same standards were required for Cainsville high school, with the following students being named to the Red and Black Honor Roll with all As and Bs for the quarter: Mark Allen, Hope Ellsworth, Ashten Thompson, Austin Vaughn and Camie Vaugn, seventh grade; Griffin Ellsworth, Weston Evans and Lauryn Waddle, eighth grade; Mya Brandon, ninth grade; Harlee Ellsworth, Kala Thompson, Elizabeth Vaughn and Carolin Wiedey, 10th grade; Cheyanne Breig, Isaac Chaney and Wesley Sobotka, 11th grade; and Autumn Moore, Slade Orndorff, Brian Reno and Ryan Reno, 12th grade. High school students named to the Excellence Honor Roll for receiving all As during the second quarter included: Nicole Easum, eighth grade; Logan Easum and Briley McLain, 10th grade; and Shaundra Nash, 11th grade. Senior Citizens' Menu Jan. 19-23 Jan. 19: chicken tortilla soup, salad, tortilla chips, tropical fruit salad, cookie Jan. 20: meatballs with rice, broccoli, carrots & peas, pears, cookie Jan. 21: taco salad, lettuce salad with entrée, citrus fruit, tomatoes in Spanish rice, tortilla chips with entrée Jan. 22: hamburger steak, potatoes, gravy, green beans, fruit parfait Jan. 23: chicken, potatoes, peas & carrots, apple crisp The Senior Center shows no discrimination because of race, sex or religion. Meals subject to change according to supply hand or time for preparation. Bread, butter or margarine, milk, tea or coffee served daily. 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Its one premise is that people must be informed if they are to govern themselves competently. Public Notice advertising first came into being with the Congress of 1792. That body, recognizing its responsibility to the people, required the Postmaster General to advertise for bids for the construction of new post offices. From that inauspicious beginning to the complex publication requirements in federal, state and local laws today, government officials have come more and more to understand their obligations to inform the public through Public Notice advertising. Newspapers over the years have been the vehicle by which these obligations have been fulfilled. They will continue to be as long as the public demands that it be informed frequently and by the best means possible.) Notice of Annual Meeting Notice is hereby given of the annual stockholders meeting of the Bethany Printing Company will be held at the Bethany printing Company office, located at 202 North 16th Street, Bethany, Missouri at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2015, for the purpose of electing a board of directors for the ensuing year, and such other business as may properly come before the meeting. Philip B. Conger, President Kathy Conger, Vice Pres./Sec. (50-3tc) MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT Division of Highway Planning Federal Highway Administration Township Board’s Report of Moneys Received and Disbursed Chapter 231 - Section 231.280 RSMo Disbursements Receipts Beginning Jan. 1, 2014 Taxes In: General Fund Road and Bridge Fund Bond Fund Intangible (From State) Receipts From: County (excluding taxes) as CART Towns Sales-Services-Refunds FEMA Rock Interest Total Receipts Through Dec. 31, 2014 54,189.41 -0-0-0- $ -0-0-0$ 2,858.88 $ 266.97 $ 135.03 Bethany Republican-Clipper (1) Administration Paid to County (2) Construction (3) Maintenance Right-of-Way (State) Right-of-Way (Township) Other Agencies (Specify) Bonds Bond Interest Payment Loan Interest 2,415.92 -0$ 14,593.09 $ 22,212.80 -0-0-0$ -0-0$ 13,329.50 -0- Total Expenditures Through Dec. 31, 2014 $ 52,551.31 57,450.29 $ (1) Administration: All township officers fees and commissions, insurance, printing stationery and elections. (2) Construction: New roads, bridges, culverts, road tubes, etc. (3) Maintenance: All expenses for maintaining roads, including labor, gravel, gas and oil, equipment repair and equipment purchased. /s/ Steve Hopkins, Marion Township Trustee Harrison County Marion Township Top-seeded North Harrison and second-seeded South Harrison won their opening games in the South Harrison Invitational Tournament on Monday night. Haley Craig scored 18 points to lead the Lady Shamrocks to a 53-22 victory over East Harrison in the first game of the evening. North Harrison had a 27-13 lead at the half and held the Lady Bobcats to only a free throw in the third quarter. Payton Craig scored 14 points. East Harrison was led by Kala Thompson and Briley McLain who had 8 points apiece. South Harrison’s girls had to come from behind to hold off sixth seeded Princeton 51-45 in Monday night’s pool play. The Lady Bulldogs trailed 22-15 at the half before coming alive in the third quarter. South Harrison outscored Princeton 22-12 in the fourth quarter to win the game. Hunter Purdun led all scorers with 28 points. Kiana Bennett had 9 points and Carly Wagner 7 points. South Harrison will play Maysville at 4:30 p.m. Thursday night in another pool play game. The girls’ championship game will be at 6 p.m. Saturday night. North Harrison will play the winner of Tuesday night’s Putnam County-Northeast Nodaway game in the semifinals at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday night. boys Putnam County’s defeated North Harrison 88-59 in ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID by SOUTH HARRISON R-2 SCHOOL DISTRICT 3400 BULLDOG AVE., BETHANY, MO 64424 for CAREER CENTER PARKING LOT Sealed Proposals will be received until 1:00 pm, prevailing time, on February 5, 2015, at the North Central Career Center Office, 1401 Daily Rd, Bethany, Missouri, 64424. All bids submitted shall be clearly marked to indicate them as bids on the outside of the sealed envelope. All bids received will be publicly opened and read by the School Board Representative at the above time and place. The work shall generally consist of: The removal of existing asphalt and concrete parking lot and concrete sidewalk and construction of new concrete parking lot, driving lanes and sidewalks, including 110 linear feet (lf) of storm piping and 1 curb inlet, 3300 square yards (sy) of aggregate base, 470 lf of concrete curb & gutter, 3200 sy of concrete pavement and 180 sy of concrete sidewalk and other associated work. In submitting Proposals for the planned work, the Bidder shall declare that only persons or parties interested in the proposed work as Principals are those contained in the Proposal; and that the Proposal is made without collusion with any other person, firm or corporation. Contract Documents, including Drawing and Technical Specifications, are on file at the office of: South Harrison R-2 School District 3400 Bulldog Ave. Bethany, MO 64424 Howe Company, LLC Engineers & Land Surveyors 1119 S. Missouri St., Ste. A Macon, MO 63552 (660) 395-4693 Bid documents may be obtained from Howe Company, LLC, 1119 S. Missouri St., Ste. A, Macon, MO 63552 for a nonrefundable fee of $60.00. The bid documents will be mailed upon payment of $25.00 for shipping and handling, for a total of $85.00 for each set. The shipping and handling charges will be waived if the prospective bidder contacts the Engineer with a valid account number for shipping services with United Parcel Service (UPS), so the shipping cost is billed to the bidder. Hard copies of the bid documents can be ordered by calling 660-3954693. A PDF version of the bid documents may be obtained from www.buyplans. net for a nonrefundable fee of $50.00 paid through PAYPAL. Bidders must obtain their bid documents from either Howe Company, LLC., or www.buyplans.net and be plan holders in order to bid the project. All proposals must be on the forms provided in the bid documents. A MANDATORY PRE-BID Meeting will be held at 9:00 am, prevailing time on January 27, 2015, at the North Central Career Center. The purpose of this meeting is to: Discuss the BIDDING REQUIREMENT. Receive any questions regarding the Plans, Specifications, and Project in general. Visit the proposed construction areas. All questions of a technical nature regarding the project will only be answered in writing by APPENDUM. Any questions may be submitted by telephone, in writing, or at the PRE-BID Meeting. Questions should be submitted to the Engineer five (5) working days prior to the bid date. All proposals must be made on the PROPOSAL forms furnished by the Owner’s Engineer and shall contain the signature of the Bidder. Not less than the general prevailing rate of wages, including general prevailing rate for legal holidays and/or overtime work in the locality, must be paid for by craft or type of workman or mechanic needed to execute the Contract or perform the work. The School Board may waive any informalities or minor defects or reject any or all bids, and to determine which is the lowest, responsive, and most responsible bid for the work. January 8, 2015 Date of School Board Approval By Order of the South Harrison R-2 School District Dennis Eastin Superintendent Republican-Clipper photos, Phil Conger, Sarah Hagler Tournament openers: Neiley Karns of South Harrison pushes the ball down the court behind a screen set by Kiana Bennett during the Bulldogs’ 51-45 victory over Princeton in the opening round of the Bulldog Invitational. Payton Craig of North Harrison drives past Briley McClain of East Harrison in the first game of the night. pool play on Monday night. Calvin Heidenwith lit up the scoreboard with 36 points, including five 3-pointers, in leading the third-seeded Unionville Ward remains unbeaten in wrestling South Harrison’s Austin Ward improved his season record to 20-0 Saturday by winning first place in the Mid-Buchanan Tournament on Saturday. Ward, who wrestles at 170 pounds, has led the Bulldog team so far this season. Teammate Mason Doll, 152 pounds, placed second at MidBuchanan and has a 13-2 overall record. Kasey McFall, 195, also placed second and has compiled a 15-2 record. Others competing at MidBuchanan for South Harrison were Kaleb Wooden, 138, and Wyatt Thomas, 145, who were third, and Wyatt Starmer, 182, and Lane Fuston, 220, who were fourth. Thomas has a 12-2 record over the season. South Harrison will be competing in the Lathrop Tournament on Saturday. team over the Shamrocks. Blake McBroom had 13 points for the Shamrocks. Top-seeded Princeton defeated East Harrison 57-39 on Monday night behind Stephen Elliott’s 24 points. The Tigers led 31-28 at the half. Logan Carlson led the Bobcats with 15 points. South Harrison played North- east Nodaway on Tuesday night in its first round game. The boys’ championship will be decided at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday night. Both North Harrison teams take losses from North Nodaway The North Harrison Lady Shamrocks just barely lost at home to North Nodaway on Thursday, 45-47 in four closely matched quarters. North Harrison’s lead scorer was Paton Craig with 18 points, including two 3-pointers in the first half of the game, followed by Haley Craig with 10 points. Brandy Rivet scored 6 points, including a 3-pointer in the first quarter, Krissi Cox also scored 6 points, Kiley Gibson scored three and Alyssa Craig scored 2. The Lady Shamrocks gave the Lady Mustangs a run for their money, tying the score at 14 at the first quarter and coming out on top at the end of the first half, 12 to 11 and after the third quarter 9-8. It wasn’t until the fourth quarter that the Mustangs outscored the Shamrocks 14-10 to bring the game to its 47-45 close. The Lady Shamrocks remain undefeated in conference play, with a total record of 8-2 before heading to Jamesport for a conference game against Tri-County on Friday and then into the South Harrison Invitational Basketball Tournament this week as the number one seeded team. The Shamrock boys suffered another at-home loss to the North Nodaway Mustangs on Thursday, bringing their total record 3-5. Lead scorers for the Shamrocks included seniors Drew Parkhurst with 18 points, Blake Emig with 12 points, Blake McBroom with 11 points and Reed Hallock with 6 points, scored by way of two 3-pointers in the second half. Sophomore Collin Castleberry and sophomore Randy Rinehart contributed to the effort with 4 points apiece. The Shamrocks stayed in the game through the first half, scoring 14 points to the Mustang’s 18 in the first quarter, then outscoring them in the second, 22 to 19. The Mustangs came out of the locker room after the half, however, and dominated the Shamrocks offensively with 20 points in the third quarter and defensively, holding them to just 9 points. The game ended with 16 points for the Mustangs and 10 points for the Shamrocks in the fourth quarter, bringing the final score to 73-55. The Shamrocks turned around for a conference game in Jamesport against Tri-County on Friday, before heading into the South Harrison Invitational tournament on Monday as the sixth seeded team. Bulldog wrestlers compete at Higginsville tournament Four South Harrison wrestlers were undefeated in the Higginsville Quadrangular meet last Tuesday night. Mason Doll, 145 pounds, pinned Josiah Beck of Lafayette County in 59 seconds and won three major decisions over opponents from Plattsburg and Carrollton. Austin Ward, 170 pounds, pinned Conner Lamphier of Lafayette County in 4:276 of their match. He also scored a major decision over Cody Hartman of Plattsburg and won by a forfeit. Wyatt Thomas pinned Hunter Goring of Lafayette County in Hunter Goring of Lafayette County in 3:56 and pinned Luke Staton of Carrollton in 5:24 and won by a forfeit in his third match. Kasey McFall, 195, pinned Trenton Roelicker of Lafayette in 4:26, pinned Blake McClain of Plattsburg in 2:27, and pinned Keragan Eiserer of Carrollton in 3:19. Wyatt Starmer, 182, won by a forfeit and lost a decision to Shane Clark of Carrollton. Giving up matches on forfeits in several weight categories, the undermanned Bulldog team lost a 54-30 to Lafayette County, 51-21 to Carrollton and 45-20 to Plattsburg. The South Harrison girls got off to a slow start but came back to beat the King City Lady WildKats in the conference opener on Friday night. Leading scorer Hunter Purdun was held to 4 points in the first half but ended the game with 19 points to lead the Lady Bulldogs to a 61-44 victory. Ciara Jennings finished the night with 16 points. “We missed a lot of shots in the first half,” said Bulldog Coach Bill Pottorff. South Harrison got good support from Kiana Bennett who scored 7 points. The Lady Bulldogs improved their record to 5-5 overall. South Harrison’s girls lost a 57-35 decision to Hamilton Tues- day night in a game when referees assessed 47 fouls against the visiting Lady Bulldogs. Three South Harrison players, Carly Wagner, Ciara Jennings and Kiana Bennett, fouled out of the game. Bill Pottorff, South Harrison coach, said so many fouls were assessed that it took two hours to play the game. The Lady Hornets were called for 20 fouls. Hamilton played tough defense against South Harrison. “They pressed the entire game, and there was a lot of pressure on us,” Pottorff said. Hunter Purdun led South Harrison with 19 points, while Hannah Baker had 6 points. Photo by Natalie McFall In control: Bulldog wrestler appears on track to making another trip to the state wrestling tournament have jumping out to a 20-0 record so far during this season. Ward had a pin and a major decision in the Higginsville meet last week. South Harrison girls win conference opener at King City Boys play without Williams South Harrison’s leading scorer, Darin Williams, missed the King City game Friday night because of the flu. But freshman Kinser Corbett picked up some of the slack to score 20 points in the Bulldogs’ 68-50 loss at King City. The Bulldogs were also missing Tanner Daugherty and Grant Taylor who were attending the national 4-H livestock judging contest in Colorado. “It was nice to see some of my young talent step up and produce against a very well coached and athletic team like King City,” said Coach Kale Wilson. South Harrison was down by only 8 points at the half but had a lot of turnovers against King City’s pressure. The Bulldogs battled back from a 30-point margin to make the difference 18 points. Ransom Cannon scored 11 points, while Treyton Campbell had 7 points and Stan Blake 6 points. Hamilton’s boys kept South Harrison on the winless track Tuesday night when the Hornets defeated the visiting Bulldogs 68-30 at Penney High School. Senior Darin Williams was the only player in double figures for South Harrison. He finished the night with 19 points. Treyton Campbell had 4 points. 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Forms may be picked up at the County Clerk's office in the Harrison County Courthouse, or contact Laura Klindt 425-6896 BETHANY TOWNSHIP Candidate Filing Notice Bethany Township will be accepting applications for candidacy for the following positions in the April 7, 2015 election: 1 Trustee 2 Board Members 1 Clerk Filing dates are from December 16, 2014 to January 20, 2015. Forms may be picked up at the County Clerk's office in the Harrison County Courthouse. CLAY TOWNSHIP Candidate Filing Notice Clay Township Has 4 positions open for the Board. First day for filing will be December 16, 2014 and the last day for filing will be January 20, 2015. The General election will be held April 7, 2015. We have 2 Board Member openings, Trustee, and Clerk Please contact: County Clerk's office during regular business hours: Monday through Friday. FOX CREEK TOWNSHIP Candidate Filing Notice Fox Creek Township will be accepting applications for candidacy for the following positions in the April 7, 2015 election: 1 Trustee 2 Board Members 1 Clerk Filing dates are from December 16, 2014 to January 20, 2015. Forms may be picked up at the County Clerk's office in the Harrison County Courthouse. GRANT TOWNSHIP Notice of Filing for Candidacy Candidate Filing for Office for April 7, 2014 Elections 49-2tc Jan. 7, Jan 14, 2015 First Day for Candidate Filing is December 16, 2014 2 x 2 Last day for Candidate Filing is January 20, 2015 Vacancies to be Filled are the Offices of: Trustee – Two Year Term Two Board Members – Two Year Terms Clerk – Two Year Term Candidates may file at the Harrison County Clerks Office Harrison County Court House, Bethany, MO 64424, 660-425-6424 Monday thru Friday between the hours of 9:00 – 12:00 & 1:00– 4:00 OR Kenny Nibles residence, 26725 East 250th Ave., Bethany, MO HAMILTON TOWNSHIP Candidate Filing Notice Hunters dream! About 1 hr. from K.C. Reduced $95,000. GREEN HILLS REALTY 1308 N. 25th ST. BETHANY, MO. 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Applicants can visit 1506 Oklahoma Ave to apply and/or City of Gilman City Notice of Filing for Candidacy Notice is hereby given that the City of Gilman City will as of 8:00 a.m., December 16, 2014 open filing for the purpose of electing 2 Aldermen for a Term of Two Years Said Aldermen to be elected at the General Municipal Election, on April 7, 2015. All candidates must file at: Gilman City Hall During normal business hours. The deadline for filing will be 5:00 p.m., January 20, 2015. City of New Hampton Notice of Filing for Candidacy In accordance with Chapter 115 of the Laws of Missouri, notice is hereby given that a general municipal election will be held in the City of New Hampton, Missouri on April 7, 2015, at which election all registered voters residing within said district (city limits) will be given the opportunity to vote. Last Day to register to vote is March 11, 2015. Vacancies to be filled are the offices of: Two (2) Positions of Alderman At Large - Two Year Term One (1) Position of Mayor - Two Year Term FirstdayforcandidatefilingisDecember16,2014. LastdayforcandidatefilingisJanuary20,2015. CandidatesmayfilewiththeCityClerk. New Hampton City Hall, 212 E. Lincoln St., New Hampton, MO 64471 Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. NOTICE OF FILING FOR CANDIDACY HARRISON COUNTY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL DISTRICT is now accepting declarations of candidacy for the April 7, 2015, election. Vacancies to be filled are for the offices of Board Member from: District 2 – Townships of Clay, Marion, Madison, and Trail Creek in Harrison County, Missouri District 5 – The west half of the city of Bethany, being said portion of said city lying west of the line found by extending Fifteen Street from the south limits to the north limits of said city, otherwise referred to as West Bethany, in Harrison County, Missouri The first day for filing for candidacy is Tuesday, December 16, 2014, at 8:00 a.m., with the last day to file for office being Tuesday, January 20, 2015, at 5:00 p.m. Candidates may pick up the forms at Harrison County Community Hospital, 2600 Miller Street in Bethany, or at the Harrison County Courthouse in Bethany, Missouri. The City of Princeton will be Accepting bids for a City Attorney. The bids need to be in by February 1, 2015. The city has the right to refuse Any and all bids. Princeton City Hall 507 W. 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Engineering work on the plant has been completed and the city will begin calling for bids in February. The $6.3 million wastewater plant will meet current EPA regulations. Hagler said a groundbreaking on the new plant could occur in the summer or fall. The new Fargo Enterprises plant is expected to open this week in the renovated Lambert headgear plant on 41st Street in Bethany. The wire harness manufacturing plant has so far hired 10 persons and will add ten more employees with a few weeks. Jeremy VanMeter, manager of the plant, said more than 100 persons will be employed at the plant within the next year. The city was waiting for word from MoDOT on an application to build new sidewalks as an extension to the Safe Routes to School program. The city also hopes to hear from the state on ramps of I-35. On another subject, Hagler said the city is working on a plan to build new streets in the South TIF District. The city currently has $1.3 million in an account to begin infrastructure improvements to open more land for development. The city currently is discussing the possibility of building 30th Street, east of John 2017 to expend funds in the TIF account or distribute the funds to taxing authorities. Hagler also told the Rotarians that FEMA will provide only limited assistance to the city in repairing damaging from the Sept 9-10 floods. The only project eligible for FEMA assistance was a collapsed culvert on Bartlett Street near the park. Computer scams reported in area GRM Networks has been company that calls unexpectedly informed that some customers have been contacted by companies from outside the service area claiming to do computer maintenance. These companies claim to offer a service to remotely access, run a cleanup program and install security software on the computer. If you do not initiate the request, do not allow anyone to remotely access your computer. Protecting computers is very important and every computer should have a security program to protect it from malicious actions. GRM advises that customers should not trust a offering to help clean up your computer. Individuals involved in this type of activity are not looking out for their best interest. They are looking for an easy way to steal personal information. GRM Networks will never call you and ask for money or access to your computer over the phone unless you have called us requesting a service, according to a press release. If you have questions or concerns about your computer protection, call GRM technical support at 1-800-721-2577. The University of Central Missouri-Warrensburg has announced its dean’s list for the fall 2014 semester. Jessica Williams, Bethany, was named to the 4.0 dean’s list. Samantha Stanley, Ridgeway, was named to the 3.5 to 3.99 dean’s list. Harrison County students named to UMC dean’s list BULL’S EYE TRADING Payday Loans/Buy/Sell/Trade/Pawn GUNS/GUNS/GUNS Buy, Sell, Trade New & Used Guns Jordan M. Ward, 17, of Bethany received minor injuries Saturday night when his pickup truck ran off West 310th Place, a quarter mile west of Bethany. According to the Highway Patrol, Ward was driving a 2000 Chevrolet 1500 westbound on 310th Place when the vehicle ran off the north side the roadway. The truck overturned and came to a rest on its wheels in a farm field. Ward said he would seek his own medical treatment. The driver wasn’t wearing a safety device, according to the patrol report. The accident was investigated by Sgt. G.N. Howard. Harrison County fugitive arrested by Des Moines police A Coffey, Mo., man wanted on a Harrison County warrant for drug possession was arrested Friday by Des Moines police officers. Randy E. Post, 24, was wanted for distribution and delivery of a controlled substance and unlawful use of a weapon, according to Sheriff Josh Eckerson. Authorities received a tip from an Iowa caller that Post could be found in Des Moines. He was arrested at 4 p.m. on Friday by Des Moines police. He is being held on $25,000 cash bond. Post was listed on the Harrison County Sheriffs Office’s “Most Wanted” list. He was the second subject on the list to be arrested within the last couple of weeks. Hrs: Mon-Sat, 10:00am-6:00pm • 660-425-7888 1/4 mile behind Dairy Queen, Bethany DANIEL R. RICHERT, Au. D., C.C.C./A/SLP Join an award winning leader in agriculture by applying online at www.murphybrownllc.com or in person at the Main Office— 4 miles north of Princeton on US Hwy 65. ALISHA M. 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Bethany woman seriously injured in single-vehicle accident over the weekend A wreck involving one vehicle sent a Bethany woman to a Kansas City hospital by helicopter Friday evening. The Bethany Police Department reports Elizabeth Joanne Snead, 80, of Bethany, was driving southbound on US 69 Highway and attempted to turn left onto Main Street. Snead made a premature left hand turn and her vehicle left the roadway, striking a concrete culvert and coming to rest on its wheels in the bottom of the creek bed, located on the north side of Main Street, across the street from One-Stop. Snead’s truck, a 1982 GMC S-15, sustained substantial damage and was towed from the scene by Bethany Towing. Snead received serious injuries and was transported from the scene by ambulance. Still no contestants in county-wide race for school board positions With about a week left before the filing deadline, there were no new candidates signed up to lead area school boards in the coming years, as of our date of publication. Ed Mercer remains the only incumbent filed to run for school board in the Cainsville R-I school district, leaving one position remaining vacant for the upcom- ing term. Incumbents Chad Smith and Mark Plymell are currently uncontested to run for their seats on the South Harrison R-II school board, which expire this year. In North Harrison R-III school district, the seats of Allen Thomsen and Rob Washburn remain vacant when their board of director terms expire this year. Jeremy T. Sims, 20, of Coffey, Mo., who was on the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office “Most Wanted” list, was arrested by a Highway Patrol officer last week near Coffey. Sims was wanted on a Harrison County warrant charging him with the distribution and delivery of a controlled substance. Sheriff Josh Eckerson said his office had received a tip about Sims’ location from a member of the public. He had been one of four suspects listed on the sheriff office’s “Most Wanted” list. Sims was arraigned on Wednesday in the court of Asso- For ideas and volunteer opportunities in our area, or share your projects and ideas at #mlkdayofservicesc on your favorite social network. These Harrison County financial institutions will be closed Monday, January 19, 2015 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day ciate Circuit Judge Thomas Alley. Bond was set at $25,000. A Kansas City, Mo., woman was arrested Thursday afternoon following a high-speed chase that started on I-35, about six miles north of Bethany. A Highway Patrol trooper attempted to stop the southbound vehicle near the 96-mile marker. The vehicle pulled off the highway momentarily and then sped off south on I-35. Officers set up spike strips south of Cameron and brought the vehicle to a stop. The driver surrendered without resistance and was taken to the Cameron Regional Medical Center for treatment of an unrelated illness. The Highway Patrol identified the driver as Angelica M. Echavarria, 40, Kansas City, Mo. She was charged with speeding, improper registration, driving while suspended, failure to stop at a stop sign and resisting arrest by fleeing. GEC Community Foundation grant application deadline set for Feb. 1 The GEC Community Foundation, Inc., is currently accepting grant applications for the second quarter allocation of funds. The application deadlines is Feb. 1, 2015. Qualified applicants may apply for a grant by completing a grant application with supporting information. Grant applications are available by calling the Cooperative at 660-359-3941 or toll-free at 1-800-279-2249, extension 33 or 23, or by visiting www.grundyec.com. Applications will be reviewed by the Trustees and successful applicants will be notified by Feb. 25, 2015. The Foundation assists qualifying schools and organizations with grant monies in the areas of education and health and rural development. Grants are open to eligible entities within the Cooperative’s 12-county service area, which includes Harrison, Mercer and Grundy counties and portions of Linn, Livingston, Daviess, Gentry, Putnam and Sullivan counties in Missouri, and portions of Ringgold, Wayne and Decatur counties in Iowa. FENCING PIPE FOR SALE 2 / ", 2 / ", 2" & 1 / " PIPE of Northern Missouri North Kansas City (816) 472-0645 www.fbnmib.com His next court appearance has been set for Jan. 21. Woman arrested following high-speed chase 7 Member F.D.I.C. Likewise, no one has filed for candidacy in the Gilman City R-IV school district, where Tony Gregg and Keith Preston’s terms on the board will expire this year. Randy Polley and Bruce Wallace’s seats remain vacant following the expiration of their terms on the Ridgeway R-V school board of directors this election. 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