Apartment complex`s renovation described as `a labor of love` Board
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Apartment complex`s renovation described as `a labor of love` Board
Bethany Republican-Clipper Vol. 86, No. 44 www.bethanyclipper.com December 2, 2015 75 Cents The official newspaper of Harrison County, Missouri Bethany, Missouri 64424 Apartment complex’s renovation described as ‘a labor of love’ A nearly $3 million project to rehabilitate the 12th Street Apartments was celebrated on Nov. 24 during a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house, sponsored by the USDA Rural Development and the Bethany Chamber of Commerce. The 36-unit complex was original constructed in 1979, but had fallen into disrepair in recent years when the apartments were in receivership. “I came here when this was in very bad shape,” said Janie Dunning, state director of Rural Development, who was the keynote speaker at an open house held in the apartment complex’s remodeled community room. Dunning presented plaques to Harrison County Public Administrator Kim King and Matt Fulson of the Fulson Housing Group in recognition of their efforts to bring about the renovation of the complex. “Affordable and quality hous- ing are mandatory to promote and guarantee the viability of any community,” Dunning said. “Completion of the rehabilitation for 12th Street Apartments assures the city of Bethany will have great housing options for its residents.” Since the passing of the previous owners of the apartments, King in her capacity as public administrator stepped in to oversee the complex until February of 2014. The complex is now under the management of Matt Fulson of Lee’s Summit, Mo., owner of Fulson Housing Group. The company applied and received tax credits in the amount of $2,912,701 to complete the renovation. Dunning said the apartment complex appeared at one time to be in imminent danger of closing. “But we weren’t ready to give up on it,” she said. Dunning, whose office is located in Columbia, credited King and Folsun for their “clear understanding of the connection between housing and the strength of a community. This rehabilitation is a prime example of what it takes to make a complex successful.” The completed rehabilitation project included interior apartment upgrades and improvements such as new appliances, cabinets, flooring, fixtures, exterior and concrete improvements, roofs, siding, decks, heating, air conditioning, a new community room, office and laundry room upgrades. “This has been a labor of love for us,” Fulson said at the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The housing development also has a medium size community room that can be used for meetings and local family gatherings. The 12th Street Apartments is currently 100% occupied, according to Rural Development officials. Republican-Clipper photo Apartment open house: Matt Fulson of Fulson Housing Group cuts the ribbon at the newly-renovated 12th Street Apartments during a ceremony on Nov. 24. The Chamber of Commerce joined officials of the USDA Rural Development agency, which provided funding for the project, during the ceremony. Board okays positions for new middle school Republican-Clipper photo They’re off and running: Runners take off from the starting line in the annual Hy-Vee Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning at the South Harrison High School. The participants braved chilly temperatures and intermittent drizzle to complete the 5K run. Park to light up Saturday for Christmas The holiday season will be kicked off in a big way on Saturday, Dec. 5, when the Christmas in the Park celebration begins at the South Harrison Elementary School from 4:30 to 7 p.m. While much of the celebration will be held indoors, the sponsoring Bethany Area Chamber of Commerce and the city of Bethany will be providing wagon rides to the park to view the Christmas displays. The Chamber also will be handing out 150 gift bags containing coupons and promotional items to persons attending the celebration. The Bethany Kiwanis Club will be serving pancakes, biscuits and gravy at the school as part of their program to buy caps, coats and gloves for children in Harrison County schools. Santa Claus will be taking part in the celebration and refreshments will be served. The Christmas Homes Tour also will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday. The South Harrison AfterProm committee will be selling tickets for the tour of six homes and business locations in the Bethany area. The stops on the tour will be at the Bent Tree Gallery, 27619 East 340th Street and the homes of Brad and Gwynne Allen, 32325 East 240th Ave., Brad and Vanessa Johnson, 22508 East 340th St., Mick and Carol Walker, 1604 Findley Rd., Thomas and Sarah Linthacum, 28856 East Highway T, and Lee and Alicia Farmer, 31198 East 230th Ave. Tickets are available from junior class students and the BTC Bank, HodgePodge and the South Harrison High School office. ‘Molly,’ the wonder dog, performs double duty for two litters of pups “Molly,” the boxer-Labrador retriever owned by Ronnie Wilson and Mary Brown, got more than she bargained for recently when she gave birth to 11 healthy puppies. Not only is she nursing her own puppies but she also has taken over responsibilities for six other puppies, born a few days earlier to her now-deceased kennel mate “Star.” Wilson and Brown, who live southeast of Bethany on 237th Avenue, were surprised that Molly took on Star’s puppies when the Yorkipoo passed away five days after delivering her offspring. The couple placed Star’s puppies next to Molly and her 11 puppies and “she immediately began cleaning them and nursing them” along with her own litter. Molly and Star were bred by a blue heeler owned by Mary Brown’s son-in-law. That wasn’t the intention but it was something of an accident, Ronnie says. Wilson and Brown are uncertain what caused Star’s death but she may have gotten into some rodent poison being used outside their house. Their two dogs were close friends and Molly appears to have been mourning her kennel mate. So it may not have been surprising that she would also begin nursing her friend’s puppies. Molly, now nursing 17 puppies, has added to the couple’s expenditures for dog food supplies. “We have to feed her every three or four hours,” Wilson said. The South Harrison school board has created new positions to staff the new middle school, which will be opening in the fall of 2016. Superintendent Dennis Eastin said the school district already had plans to add a middle school counselor because of the need for more “oneon-one contact” with students in the classroom. Eastin pointed out that the high school counselor already has a heavy workload because she must help seniors with their applications for college scholarships. “We have an increased need for individual help for students,” Eastin said. The school board also voted to add a middle school music/band position to assist with the band and choir. The high school band has grown in recent years and the school wants to add more vocal music courses. A secretarial position and kitchen Steady rains bring floods, icy roadways Republican-Clipper photo Protective super mom: Ronnie Wilson and Mary Brown’s dog “Molly” has been nursing a total of 17 healthy puppies. Eleven from her own litter plus six more from another dog. Harrison County residents spent a rather dreary Thanksgiving weekend with steady rains and temperatures hovering near the freezing point. More than 3 1/2 inches of rain fell during the four-day weekend, causing area streams to run at bank level with some minor flooding. The rain stopped long enough for the runners to compete in Thanksgiving morning’s Turkey Trot at the South Harrison High School. But the intermission was only a few minutes as the rain moved back into the area and continued through Monday. The sun finally poked through briefly on Tuesday morning with forecasts for milder weather and clear skies for the next several days. Temperatures were in the low to mid-30s throughout the weekend, causing slick conditions on some roadways. The Highway Patrol reported that Felicia R. Udovich, 26, of Trenton received moderate injuries when her 1998 Ford Explorer slid off Route D, north of Martinsville, and overturned Friday morning. Ms. Udovich was taken by Grand River Ambulance to the Harrison County Community Hospital. The patrol reported that the Explorer was northbound on Route D when the vehicle began sliding on the icy road. The vehicle went off the east side of the roadway and overturned coming to a rest on its wheels. position will also be added at the middle school. The school district plans to advertise the new positions in January and February and make the hires in early spring. The recent wet weather has slowed work on the middle school although the contractor should be able to enclose part of the building before winter. The electrical contractor has begun installing some conduit in the school. Eastin said the middle school’s basketball court will have a wooden floor and a seating capacity for about 220 spectators. The new facility will take the load off the present high school gymnasium. “It will help in the scheduling of practices,” Eastin said. “Right now the gymnasium is busy from 6 o’clock in the morning and at night” to accommodate the teams. Events Cainsville lighting: The Christmas tree lighting will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6, at the Cainsville Park. The movie “Dennis the Menace Christmas” will be shown at 4 p.m. at the Cainsville Christian Church. After the lighting, Santa Claus will visit with youngsters at the Cainsville Community building. Blood drive: The Bethany Community blood drive will be from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Dec. 8 at the United Methodist Church fellowship hall. Home tour: The South Harrison After-Prom committee will be sponsoring a holiday home tour on Saturday, Dec. 5, in the Bethany area. Details are on page 8. Weather Nov. 24 Nov. 25 Nov. 26 Nov. 27 Nov. 28 Nov. 29 Nov. 30 HighLow 48 59 58 57 60 30 30 27 31 27 32 30 37 30 Prec. None None 1.53 .26 .24 .70 .43 Five-Day Forecast Warmer weather is expected over the next few days. Thursday’s high will be 45 under sunny skies, rising to 49 on Friday. Saturday will have a daytime high of 50 under partly sunny skies. Next weeks highs are expected to be in the upper 40s. Temperatures provided by KAAN Page 2 December 2, 2015 We remember when . . . A look back at the history of Harrison County from the pages of the Bethany Republican-Clipper. 120 Years Ago December 4, 1895 The Bethany Canning Factory has enjoyed a good business season and the profits this year will not be far from $2,000. White Oak schoolhouse in Union Township was crowded last Sunday by the old settlers association that assembled for a fifth Sunday service. 70 Years Ago December 5, 1945 In an unusually large real estate transaction in Harrison County, Dr. W.G. Jeffries of Chicago, Ill., has bought from his father, I.N. Jeffries of Davis City, Iowa, 783.49 acres of land north of Akron for which he paid about $50,000. George Linville, former Navy radioman, and Leland Magee, expe- rienced electrician, have become partners in an electric and radio shop now open for business in the building south from the First National Bank. 60 Years Ago December 7, 1955 The Army is seeking a site from three to five acres in Bethany on which to construct a $200,000 building for reserve system training. The city council voted Monday night to spend up to $1,200 in prospecting for water with a core drill southwest of Bethany. 40 Years Ago December 3, 1975 Five escapees from a juvenile boys home in St. Paul, Minn., were apprehended early Monday morning in Bethany following what easily could have turned into a gun battle with law officers. Lewis Israel, who had served as editor of the Republican-Clipper for some 14 years, retired Sunday from his editorial duties on the newspaper. 20 Years Ago December 6, 1995 The city of Bethany will be seeking a federal grant to rehabilitate homes in a West Bethany neighborhood. An audit report, released Friday by Missouri State Auditor Margaret Kelly, criticized Harrison County officials for failing to present documentation showing that they solicited bids for all major purchases as required by state law. South Harrison school officials will be going to the community in search of advice on what to do about space problems at the Bethany Elementary School. Sloppy wet weather beats driving on icy highways After holiday driving, my new favorite temperature is 34F or anything above freezing. I decided that after dodging ice storms in North Missouri as I returned to Columbia skid free. As I left Princeton, headed south, the big thermometer showed 32F. Often Thanksgiving Day brings the start of winter. In the week before, forecasts I heard were for warm weather. Some rain was possible. We got the rain. But a 30-degree drop in temperatures brought ice. I’ve been busy writing up heifer sale stories right up ‘til time to go on holiday. I failed to have my Ford Fusion serviced, but modern technology on the car helped. The dashboard alert showed: “Oil Change Soon.” Without digital help, I’d have driven on low oil. Next morning I was first in line at the dealership. As I paid, the clerk asked where I was going for turkey day. When I said “North,” she said. “It’ll be icy up there.” That’s more service than I needed. In decades of driving covering Extension stories, I learned to not mess with ice. But, turkey, ham and more called. The weather wasn’t that bad in Missouri. Iowa was worse. On turkey day we spent more time watching weather radar than TV football. That’s OK. I know TV forecasters hype the worst of their forecast. But I believed their slippery news. As heavy rain fell, the temps dropped. At 29F, ice formed on the elevated porch. But, warm earth kept blacktop roads warm enough to prevent freezing. I gave thanks for warm fall weather that kept the ground Hometown boy Duane Dailey Professor emeritus, MU unfrozen and roads clear. However wet roads can be hazardous. The few big trucks on the road sent up moving clouds of spray. I try to avoid traffic crowds on holidays. I left ahead of the rush. Those of us on the road settled into a go-with-the–flow pace. I dropped back from a semi and its water cloud. Driving was safe below the speed limit at a pace set by the trucker. Then a hot-rod driver came zipping around all of us. The very impatient young man in a little car saw the moving cloud and not much else. His little car zipped back in line, but he remained antsy. He kept speeding up to pass and then hitting his brakes instead of just coasting. He was way too close to the truck. I backed off again. If the impatient driver pulled a stupid stunt and began driving sideways on wet pavement, I didn’t want to participate. Not long ago on I-70 in Columbia, a van driver in heavy rain passed a semi -- and then started driving sideways. The semi driver, swerved to avoid the van, but couldn’t stay on the road. He shot through the median cables, hitting an eastbound semi head on. Two people died in each cab. I try to avoid impatient drivers in slick driving conditions. Lots of people understand that and slow down, keeping the pace, and not dodging in and out. That works. However heavy-footed drivers just have to get on down the road. The speed limit got me home safe. But probably I get called an old-fool driver who follows the speed limit. My car dashboard is not that modern, no Doppler. So, I stop at McDonalds with Wi-Fi to refill my Senior Cup and check my Android screen. There the weather radar shows from the Sanborn Field weather site. The MU Extension climatologist keeps a network of 24 counties across Missouri. A new one at Unionville gets lots of hits, he says. It fills a need in north Missouri and south Iowa. From AgEBB network sites you can scroll to nearby U.S. Weather Service radars. I figure it is safer looking at the weather map from the fast-food joint than driving down the highway. No phone viewing while driving. I’m old fashioned that way. Send your Thanksgiving tales to [email protected]. 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 Subscription Rates Harrison and adjoining counties $28.00 ($25.94 plus tax $2.06) Elsewhere in Missouri Newspaper Staff Philip G. 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Gary Pinkel built a legacy at Mizzou Mizzou fans wish that Gary Pinkel could have gone out on a better note after the Tigers lost their final two games of a frustrating football season. He deserved better. Coach Pinkel brought Missouri back to glory after guiding the Tigers to four divisional championships in both the Big 12 and the Southeast Conference. The 118 victories in his 15 years as the Tiger head coach was the most in school history, even eclipsing the legendary MU coaches Dan Devine and Don Faurot. I have to admit that I was a little disappointed when Pinkel came to Mizzou from Toledo. Like a lot of fans, I was hoping for a bigger name than a coach who had labored in relative obscuring in a mid-major program. How quickly he changed our minds. He quickly erased Mizzou’s losing tradition and built Mizzou into a powerhouse program that ultimately proved worthy to play in the toughest football conference in the country, the SEC, all the doubters to the contrary. It was particularly gratifying that Pinkel built the Mizzou program, as we know it, by recruiting athletes from small Missouri towns such as South Harrison’s three recruits, Tyler Luellen and the Madison brothers, Ryan and Brad. He also improved Missouri’s recruiting in Kansas City and St. Louis where many Our own views of the top players had previously opted to go out of state, most notably to the Big 10 schools. But Pinkel quickly reversed that trend by consistently recruiting some of the top athletes in the state and nationwide. After retiring because of illness, it would have been a storybook finish if Pinkel had been able to take his final team to a bowl game. But that didn’t happen and he nevertheless earned a reputation as one of the finest coaches in Mizzou history.—Phil Conger. Giving thanks locally One of the best things about living in a small town is the real benefits of a true community. Anyone who has lived away from Bethany in a city knows there isn’t really a community and I really believe folks who live in a suburb or a city miss out on a real quality of life that we enjoy and sometimes take for granted. This time of year we take time to give thanks for the blessings the Lord has bestowed upon us as Americans and residents of a small town. I am of the opinion that in general people want to be generous and help their neighbor but this is amplified in a small community. Anytime we have a local event throughout the year, it is local businesses and community folks who step up to make it happen. Whether it is the Bethany Fair, volunteering to help on Halloween around the square or take time on the Fourth of July to provide a venue to celebrate our Independence. My family and I along with the Bethany Chamber of Commerce, the Bethany Parks and Rec Department, and many other volunteers had a great time last year sponsoring a charitable function in conjunction with lighting the Mayors Christmas Tree and Christmas in the Park. Already businesses have stepped forward to help sponsor the event this year, one to which our community owes a big thank you for having sponsored with time and resources many proj- ects in Bethany over the last few decades, Gumdrop Books. Without even asking, they have stepped forward and offered to donate their time, prizes, decorations and books for children for the upcoming Christmas event. These hometown grown busi- for Gary Pinkel as coach of the Missouri Tigers as Arkansas won 28-3. It felt like a game Tiger fans had already seen several times this year; the offense unable to score, the defense digging in before ultimately buckling in the face of a hopeless task. It was like a car slowly being crushed in a junkyard. Missouri (5-7, 1-7 in SEC play) hung around, but Arkansas (7-5, 5-3 in SEC) kept pounding away with its run game and turned the game into a rout. A Razorback touchdown just before halftime made it 21-3 and seemingly put the game away. Many fans of both schools headed for the exits at halftime, in the face of a lopsided game and brutal weather. Missouri had just 171 yards of total offense and converted just 1 of 13 third down situations. Punter Corey Fatoney set the record for most punts in a Missouri season. It was that kind of day. It was that kind of season. Missouri closed the year with seven straight SEC losses and scored just five touchdowns in its eight SEC games this year. Three of those came in the first SEC game, against a dreadful South Carolina team. Pinkel finished 118-73 at Mizzou. He went 64-61 against teams in his conference, 48-8 in nonconference games and 6-4 in bowls. There was some symmetry to his 15 years; five losing seasons, five seasons of 7 or 8 wins with 4-4 or 5-4 conference records, and five seasons of doubledigit wins and finishing the season ranked. Four times his Tigers played for conference titles. As of the beginning of the week, Missouri was one of three SEC East schools searching for a new head coach, along with Georgia and South Carolina. Missouri is a better job than Mayor’s Corner by Patrick Miller nesses are what make a community strong. In this day and age it is sometimes easier to jump on the internet and make orders for goods and services than taking the time to utilize our neighbors and local businesses for work. I think it is especially important in today’s day and age to try and keep our business local. If we sup- port our own neighbors and friends with business, it really benefits the whole community. I think another business, locally owned, should be commended for going this extra mile – Toot-Toot Restaurant. Their new renovations look really outstanding and they were made entirely by local craftsmen and businesses. I am sure it would have been far easier for the Jennings family to jump online and order a buffet from some manufacturer and have it shipped to their business. Instead they employed multiple people with specialties from glass installation to cabinetry to make a major improvement. I am very proud and humbled to be elected to serve with your City Councilmen to navigate the 21st century in small town America and hopefully make our town as business friendly as possible. If we do not, our kids have no future in Bethany and I think that would be a real tragedy. We have so many opportunities to strengthen Bethany and make improvements to our business environment and government for the next generation. Running a city on cruise control, the same way as it was done 40 years ago is not going to strengthen our future - supporting our local businesses and helping the community will absolutely grow our future. As always, feel free to contact me with questions or concerns at City Hall, 425.3511. Missouri ends season with loss at Arkansas Bethany Republican-Clipper Bethany Republican-Clipper Benjamin Herrold A look at Mizzou football. The rain fell relentlessly from the gray Arkansas sky on Black Friday, stinging and cold as it pelted Missouri fans in coats and ponchos tucked into the visitors section of Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. The Ozark Mountains stretched out in a dramatic, cloudy view from the upper deck. In the distance, a road stretched far to the horizon. Down on the field, the road ended when Pinkel took over 15 years ago. The job certainly comes with challenges. The SEC East may be getting tougher, with Jim McElwain immediately making Florida better and Butch Jones pushing Tennessee higher and higher. Vanderbilt and Kentucky struggled this season, but Missouri lost to both. It’s crazy how rapidly this happened after back-toback SEC East titles, but the Tigers have a lot of climbing to do. The 2016 schedule looks challenging. As for the 2015 season, Missouri remains a possibility for a bowl even at 5-7. With not enough teams earning bowl eligibility, the NCAA will need at least two 5-7 bowl teams, and as many as five, based on Saturday’s games. Missouri has a decent Academic Progress Rate and could be in consideration. I’m not sure if Missouri would accept a bowl bid at that point. Stay tuned. Harrison County Weekly Report Marriage License Charles Joseph Spillman, 57, Bethany, Mo. and Melinda Sue Griffith, 54, Gilman City, Mo. Real Estate Transfers Virgil L. Stevens, Helen M. Stevens to Helen J. Gates Helen Gates, David E. Gates to Helen Stevens Tim Shovick to Dylan Parkhurst Kenneth O’Loughlin to Rickey Chaney Jerome K. Jerome, Billie Jean Jerome to Lott’s Creek Farms LLC Monte Bridger to Tiffany WimberlyBridger Kadolph Rentals to Charles L. VanHorne Suits Filed Jack G. Roche Revocable Trust vs. Tim Rinehart et al, small claims over $100 Midwestern Health Management vs. Cara E. McCloud, suit on account City of Bethany vs. James Hymbaugh and Kelly Main, suit on account City of Bethany vs. Betty Thorp, suit on account Board of Trustees of NKCH vs. Benita Wilson, suit on account Capital One Bank (USA) NA vs. Ronald L. Green, breach of contract Pennymac Holding vs. Darrell McCrary and John Doe, unlawful detainer Deere & Company vs. Gary L. Campbell, replevin Cleta Booram et al vs. Brian A Taff et al, wrongful death State of Missouri vs. Christian D. Crossley II, unlawful use of drug paraphernalia State of Missouri vs. Christian D. Crossley II, DWI- combined alcohol/drug intoxication State of Missouri vs. Joan Meuller, endangering the welfare of a child, 1st degree State of Missouri vs. Matthew D. Debose, drive commercial motor vehicle while commercial motor vehicle license is revoked, suspended or cancelled State of Missouri vs. Jerry L. Gravely, possession of up to 35 grams marijuana, unlawful use of drug paraphernalia State of Missouri vs. Edward Kenneth Colosmimo, a fugitive Circuit Court Division II Exceeded posted speed limit: fined $55.50, Tylyn Atkins, Witchita, KS; fined $55.50, Shila Callaway, Bethany, MO; fined $80.50, Laura Erickson, Dekalb, IL; fined $155.50, Xin Fu, Olathe, KS; fined $55.50, Hyun Kim, Overland Park, KS; fined $55.50, David O’Brien, Des Moines, IA; fined $80.50, Cristina Renteria, Independence, MO; fined $55.50, Numan Robertson, Maple Grive, MN; fined $80.50, Dontrael Ross, Milwaukee, WI; fined $55.50, Matthew Thrasher, Trenton, MO; fined $80.50, Leticia Trejo, Kansas City, KS; fined $55.50, Joany Yi, West Des Moines, IA; fined $155.50, Thomas Glaywiele, Kansas City, MO No seat belt: fined $10.00, William Cain, Cainsville, MO; fined $10.00, Danielle Crowder, Cainsville, MO; fined $10.00, Richard Easton, Bethany, MO; fined $10.00, Grant Fordyce, Liberty, MO; fined $10.00, Dixie Law, Gentry, AR; fined $10.00, Dylan Parkhurst, Blythedale, MO; fined $10.00, Paul Reeder, Kansas City, MO Operate vehicle on highway without a valid license: fined $80.50, Tylyn Atkins, Wichita, KS Failed to display plates on motor vehicle: fined $30.50, Melissa Blanton, Bethany, MO Operate a motor vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner: fined $80.50, Avila Luis Gilberto, West Chicago, IL Defective equipment: fined $241.50, Stephen Robert Lauterbach Jr., Chaska, MN Bethany Republican-Clipper December 2, 2015 Page 3 Ridgeway News Submitted photo Food drive: South Harrison Student Council members stand beside the food that they collected for the Mistletoe food drive sponsored by the Harrison County Community Hospital. The student council received $631 in donations and picked up 734 food items as part of the drive. Pictured, from the left, are Wyatt Creasey, Morganne Sweat, Ally Hoyle, Dereck Bowman, Zach Faulkner and Samantha Anthony. Betty Tuggle had family visiting from Tennessee and Alabama from Nov. 14-23. A pre Thanksgiving dinner was on Saturday the 20th. Present were Bob and Rita Tuggle, Jim, Mary and Zach Tuggle, Mike Tuggle, Haley Tuggle and twin daughters, Rhonda Tuggle and Kelli, Stacie Foster, Carolyn Tuggle, Tonya and Bobby, Brian Smith, Ronnie and Marilyn Jones, Correy, Teri, Landon and Kerrigan Adkins. There were three sets of twins in the Tuggle family. All were present. Earl Bender and Diann Cunningham were Thanksgiving day guests of Justin and Fale Cunningham of Trimble, Mo. They were joined there by Earl’s brother, Roy. They enjoyed good food and got to spend time with their grandchildren, Kailee, Justine and Lennox. On Saturday the Bender family held their annual Thanksgiving dinner. It was attended by Kathy and Ron Richardson, Fran Bender and Gary, Roy Bender, Earl Bender and Diann, Rosezetta Bender and Lawrence Marsh. In attendance were many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mahy of them enjoyed gams of air hockey, ping-pong, foos ball and pool. We all found out that our gamins skills were a little rusty since Gary seemed to beat us all at pool. Cainsville News It was brought to my attention that I had Betty Ross listed in my birthdays for December and her birthday is in March, I believe. I’m sure she would love to get a card from everyone, but it isn’t her birthday yet so make that a Christmas card! I do believer that Betty Ray’s birthday is in December and she would probably like a birthday card. Thanksgiving dinner guests of Christy Chandler were Jim and Sharon McLain, Rex and Kathy McLain, Kathy and John Wendt, Eddie, Roxanne, Tyler, and Chris McLain, Mark, Dixie, Keely and Lauryn Waddle, Dakota Wright, Blaine, Joe McLain and Ronnie McLain. Shannon McLain stopped by after dinner. The family of Rusty Elmore had a get together on the 6th and 7th of November. Karen, Christy, John and Rusty were so happy to have their mother, Eva Lawrence, here to visit for a few days. Many family members and friends were able to spend some time together and catch up on all the family happening. The Cainsville Merchants, City of Cainsville and the Cainsville Christian Church are happy to announce the Christmas tree lighting in the park and Santa is coming to town on Sunday, December 6th, beginning at 4:00 p.m. The Movie “Dennis the Menace Christmas” will be shown at the Cainsville Christian Church at 6:00 p.m; lighting of the Christmas tree on the square. Immediately after the lighting we will proceed to the Melanie Chaney 893-5375 Cainsville Community Building to visit with Santa and Mrs. Clause and enjoy refreshments! Please join us for a fun filled evening! Contact person is Tara Mercer-Robbins. Travis, Robin, Briley and Cole McLain hosted Thanksgiving at their house on Thanksgiving Day. Those in attendance were Renee, Matt, and Jayne Parkhurst, Ronda and John Hagan, Nick and Spencer Hagan, Nathan and Brantley Hagan, Chandler Carey, Trisha Hagan with Coy Rinehart and Draylee Davis and Gary and Kathy McLain. School events: The French classes at school are going on a field trip to Des Moines on Wednesday, December 2. There is a varsity basketball game at Ridgeway on Friday, December 4. The Art Club will be having a Christmas Ball on December 5 from 7 to 10 p.m. There is a varsity game on December 7 at Polo, December 8 at Princeton. The senior class will be having a taco supper on December 9 at 5 p.m. in the school lunchroom before the Christmas concert. After the concert the seniors will then have a dessert auction, so stick around and get some goodies all while helping the kids get funds for their senior trip. Herman, Melanie and Isaac Chaney enjoyed Thanksgiving dinner at the home of Mary and Delbert Chaney on Thanksgiving Day. Sympathy to the friends and family of Gilbert J. Booth “Charlie” who passed away recently. Beginning DECEMBER 4-10 CALL 425-7272 OR CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR SHOWTIMES COMING DEC. 11 www.edwardjones.com Republican-Clipper photo Businessman honored: Janie Dunning, state director of USDA Rural Development presents a certificate to businessman Matt Folsun who was honored for his investment in the 12th Street Apartments leading to its renovation. Republican-Clipper photo Award presented to administrator: Dunning also presented a certificate of recognition to Harrison County Public Administrator Kim King who was instrumental in keeping the apartment complex in operation until new ownership could be found. Christmas Woman, young children escape with minor injuries breakfasts set Safety devices may have saved a the roadway. The vehicle overturned tal where they were treated for minor for Methodist Bethany woman and two small chil- and went down an embankment, injuries. dren from serious injuries when a car struck a fence and a rock embank The Highway Patrol reported that went down an embankment and over- ment, coming to a rest on the driver’s all occupants of the vehicle were Church turned Monday morning on Route side. wearing safety devices. The Explorer 13, two miles north of Coffey. The Highway Patrol reported that a 1999 Ford Explorer driven by Trysta Peery, 19, of Bethany was southbound and went off the west side of Ms. Peery and one-year-old Kimber Jincks of Albany and infant Temperance K. Klipfel of Bethany were taken by NTA ambulance to the Harrison County Community Hospi- was totaled. The accident was investigated by Highway Patrol Corporal P.M. Kimball. Add Missouri Bonds to Your Investment Portfolio. An issue of Missouri tax-free bonds has become available. If you have $5,000 or more available in the next few weeks, please call your local Edward Jones financial advisor today. Bonds may be subject to state, local or the alternative minimum tax. Before investing in municipal bonds, you should understand the risks involved, including credit risk and market risk. Bond investments are also subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of bonds can decrease, and the investor can lose principal value if the bond is sold prior to maturity. Mike A. Rogers . 105 N 15th Street Bethany, MO 64424 660-425-4495 The Bethany Community Men’s Christmas breakfasts will be held at the First United Methodist Church on Tuesday, December 15, through Thursday December 17th at 7 a.m. each morning. There will be breakfast followed by special music and a devotional by local men. All men and boys are invited. MBD-3633B-A Member SIPC Bethany Area TUESDAY, Dec. 8, 2015 • 11:30 thru 6:00 p.m. United Methodist ChUrCh-Fellowship hall 2703 Crestview Road, Bethany, Mo. And Receive a 10% Discount Certificate On All Merchandise Purchased Dec. 8, and through noon Dec. 9, 2015, from these Bethany Businesses: ◆ Eckard's (cash sales only) ◆ Cole Hardware (less major appliances) ◆ Toot Toot Restaurant ◆ Hy-Vee Food Store ◆ DQ Grill & Chill -Bethany ◆ Orscheln Farm & Home Supply ◆ Gray's Jewelry & Gifts ◆ Little Clara's Garden Flowers & Gifts Special (Please present coupon before initiating purchase) Republican-Clipper photo Food pantry opens at new location: Robert Skeens, president of the Harrison County Food Pantry Board, cuts the ribbon opening the new location of the food distribution center on North 25th Street. The Bethany Chamber of Commerce sponsored the ceremony on Nov. 24. The food pantry previously had operated in the Bethany MultiPurpose Center, which plans to relocate to the former RLDS Church. After the food pantry’s lease ran out, local businessman Richard Easton offered the new location in the former Body Shop building. Volunteers remodeled the building and installed freezers, shelves and counters to get ready for its opening earlier in the month. To make an appointment on line go to www.savealifenow.org and use Sponsor Code: bethanyarea or Contact Rita McCall at (660) 425-8354 or Julia Harris at (660) 425-6268. KC Chiefs T-Shirts To Donors! Page 4 December 2, 2015 Pettijohn FORD - CHEVROLET - DODGE We Appreciate You and Your Business! • 800-253-2568 • 425-2244 B&W Furniture & Floor Covering •Mohawk •Shaw •Sealy • La-Z-Boy • Chromecraft Open 9 A.M. - 5 P.M. Mon. - Sat; 9 A.M. - 7 P.M. Thursday These local sponsors invite you to attend Harrison County Area Churches Bethany Republican-Clipper Society 660-425-6712 ✥Jct. 13, 69 & 136 Hwys.✥ Bethany Andover Community of Christ Lisa Stobbe; 641-784-3730 9:45 am Sunday school; 11 am worship; 7 pm Wednesday prayer service Quality Meats Bethany Assembly of God Located at Jct. RT. A & I-35 (Northwest Corner of Exit #99) Ridgeway, MO Rev. Richard Birdsong, pastor 22311 East Hwy. 136 www.thomasfarmmeats.com 9:45 am Sunday school; 10:45 am worship; 6 pm Evangelistic service; Bethany Community of Christ Richard Jackel, pastor LENNOX • FREE Estimates 9:30 a.m. pre-worship; 10:30 a.m. worship Call Toll Free 855-772-2168 Bethany First Baptist 660-893-5631 • 1500 Washington St. • Cainsville, MO. Bro. Ryan Kunce, Senior Pastor Stephen Chichester, Assoc. Pastor 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:30 am worship; 6:30 p.m. worship 425-7045 Wed. 6:30 p.m. Awana/Youth 1201 N 25th St. Bethany, MO Wheelchair accessible; Nursery provided • Feed • Seed • Chemicals • Custom Application Bethany First Christian Farmer Owned Co-Operative Brad Clark, Pastor 9:30 am church school; 10:30 am worship; Wed. 5:30-6:30 p.m. W.I.L.D. Youth Group, 6 p.m. Chancel choir Handicapped accessible 40 Years of Experience Bethany United Residential to Commercial Electrical Contracting Methodist 2703 Crestview, Bethany Michael Dunlap, pastor 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:40 am Sunday School Wheelchair accessible. Bible Baptist Matt Deardorff, pastor, • Comfortable • Quiet • Spacious Queen & King Rooms 12th & Miller, 425-7775 10 a.m. Sunday school; •Continental Breakfast • High Speed Wireless Internet • Meeting Room 11 a.m. Worship; 660-425-7915 •4014 Miller Street • Bethany, MO 64424 2 p.m. afternoon service Sunday; Tuesday, 7 p.m., bible study, prayer time, Kids Club 1104 S. 25th OPEN Blessed Sacrament Catholic 6 A.M. - 11 P.M. 660-425-6353 1208 S 25th St., Bethany Seven Days A Week Bethany, MO 5 pm Saturday Mass; 8:30 am Sunday Mass Great Everyday Service, Prices, Friendly Smiles Blue Ridge Church Pharmacy 660-425-8171 Trent Willhite, pastor 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:45 am Worship Wednesday 7 pm Youth Blythedale Christian Charlie McKinny, pastor 9:45 am Sunday school; •867-5218 Blythedale •867-5202 Eagleville 10:30 am worship •872-6686 Ridgeway •Brookfield • Kearney Cainsville Assembly of God Member F.D.I.C. William Dowd, pastor; 10 am Sunday school; 10:50 worship Wednesday 7 pm Children/Youth program Cainsville First Christian Rich Piper, pastor 10 am Sunday school; 11 am worship 660-425-2211 Cainsville First Baptist 2600 Miller Street 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; Bethany, Missouri 9:30 a.m. Worship; 7 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday prayer meeting 10 a.m. Sunday Bible Study 11 a.m. Worship Coffey Baptist Bro. Eldon Francis 533-2355 US 69 Spur & I-35 Exit #93 10 a.m. Bible study; • Bethany, Mo 64424 11 a.m. & 6 pm worship; 660-425-7665 or 1-888-425-7665 6 p.m. Wed. Bible Study Calvary Chapel Bethany Scott Jones, Pastor 1706 Main, Bethany Rev. Noel T. Adams Ambulance District 660-425-4494 www.calvarybethany.org Serving Since 1975 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Wed. 7 p.m. Emergency Church of Christ Business 425-6319 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 of Bethany Eagleville Church of Christ 10 am Sunday Bible classes; 425-7515 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; ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE. Call your local business office at 777 www.grm.net 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 L.L.C. 10:30 am Service AND RIVER ROCK Faith Community Christian 33463 East 250th St., Ridgeway, MO 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 • 908 Main 8 a.m. early service 9:30 praise & worship; • Cainsville, MO 9:45 am Sunday school; • 660-893-5611 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 Advertising That Works ! Pastor Kobey Puls 204 N. 16th • Bethany, MO 64424 10 am S. School; 10:45 am worship CALL (660) 425-6325 Kids Group 2nd & 4th Sundays 5:30 p.m. <rclippergrm.net> Highway Christian 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 Tom & Debbie O’Neil - Owners 10:15 am Bible Study 702 N. 41st Street • Bethany, MO 64424 • 660-425-7200 T homas F arm 660-872-6716 NELSON HEATING & ELECTRIC MARTZ ELECTRIC 660 - 425 - 6790 Family Budget Inn of Bethany First Missouri Bank 2014 Fordyce Equipment Inc. NTA Ambulance District 911 Dairy Queen Grill & Chill ✳ ✳ ✳ STONER SAND 660 - 824-4211 Auto Parts & Service R D & Pony Express Conveniently Located 1/2 mile N. of McDonald’s on I-35 E. outer road Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit It may seem odd that the very first of the beatitudes bestows a blessing on the poor in spirit and promises that the kingdom of heaven is theirs (Matthew 5:3). Should we not seek spiritual riches rather than spiritual poverty? One chapter later we are told to store up treasure in heaven, for “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21). The blessing for the poor in spirit is not meant to denigrate spiritual treasures but rather to elevate the spirit of poverty and humility. Jesus says repeatedly that he did not come to call those who are already saved, but rather to save the lost. The healthy do not need a doctor, but the sick do. We would do well to remember here that the scribes and Pharisees were paradigms of virtue, rich in spirit and proud of their piety, but, didn’t seem to need or heed Jesus’s message. Jesus had vastly more to offer the weeping adulteress who was thrown at His feet than he did to her accusers. And He had more respect for the impoverished widow who humbly put her two small coins in the temple treasury than the wealthy who made a show of putting in larger amounts. God loves the poor, and those who are poor in spirit even more, so we should count it a blessing when we are feeling lowly and humbled. Be wretched and mourn and weep. Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you. James 4:9-10 Bryant (Port) and Ollie Mae Wilson 66th Wedding Anniversary In celebration of Bryant (Port) and Ollie Mae Wilson’s 66th wedding anniversary on December 17, 2015 and Bryant (Port’s) 90th birthday on December 15, 2015 their children and grandchildren would like to honor them with a card shower. Cards of congratulations may be sent to them at 801 N. 22nd St., Bethany, MO 64424. Clubs - Christopher Simon Christmas Program New Hampton Methodist Church, Christmas Program will be held during the December 13, Worship Service. Christmas Breakfasts Bethany United Methodist Church, will host the Bethany Community Men and Boys Christmas Breakfasts at 7:00 a.m., Tuesday thru Thursday, December 15 - 17. Special music and a devotional by local men will follow breakfast each day. All men and boys are invited. If you have news about special church events, send your items before noon Monday. to the Bethany Republican-Clipper, P.O. Box 351, Bethany, MO., Or e-mail us at [email protected]. Immanuel Baptist Bruce Williams, Pastor Evan Johnson,Assoc. Pastor/Youth Dir. 8:30 a.m. prayer time; 9:00 Sunday school 10:15 am, worship; 5:30 Youth;6:30 p.m. worship; Wed. 6:15 Youth; 6-7:30 p.m. Team Kid; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible study Jehovah’s Witness 10 am public talk; 11 am watchtower study; Tuesday 7 pm Bible study Thurs. 7:30 p.m. school & service meeting Kirkley Chapel Tom Hogan, pastor 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:30 am worship; Wed. 7:00 p.m. Martinsville Christian Kenny Groves or Fred Flesher 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:30 am worship each Sunday Martinsville United Methodist Rev. Paul Zimmerman 10 am Sunday school; 11 am worship, 2nd & 4th Sundays Melbourne Baptist Alvin Trusty, pastor 10 am Sunday school; 11 am & 6 pm worship; Discipleship training 6 pm; Wed. 6:30 p.m. prayer & Bible study Mitchelville Methodist Rev. Paul Zimmerman 10 am Sunday school; worship 1st & 3rd Sundays Morris Chapel Cristy Clark, pastor 9 am worship, 2nd & 4th Sundays Sunday school each Sunday Mt. Moriah Baptist Rev. Victor Buntin, pastor 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:30 am & 8 pm worship; Discipleship training 6:30 pm; Wednesday 7 pm worship Mt. Pleasant No. 2 Rev. Robert Skeens, pastor 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:30 am & 6:30 pm worship; Wed. 7 pm prayer & Bible study Mt. Pleasant No. 1 Chuck Ramsey, pastor CC Hwy. North of Brimson 10 am Sunday school; 11 am worship Mt. Zion New Hampton 10 am Sunday school; 11 am worship Submitted photo New Hampton Christian Paul Drummond 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:45 am worship; Wednesday 6:30 pm Bible study New Hampton Methodist Rev. Paul Zimmerman 9:30 am worship; 10:30 am Sunday school New Hope Baptist Church Rural McFall Jason Crowley, Pastor Sunday school 10 a.m., worship 11 a.m. 3rd Wed Business Meeting Supper 6 p.m. Meeting 7 p.m. Otterbein Gospel Pastors Frank & Jan Mueller; 660-867-5165 4 miles N. on Hwy. 69, 1/2 miles west Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday worship 7 p.m. Prairie Chapel Pastor Joe Hendren 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. worship Ridgeway Assembly of God 10 am Sunday school; 11 am & 6 pm worship Ridgeway United Methodist Gina Lucas, pastor; 9 am worship; 9:45 am Sunday school Ridgeway Baptist 9:45 am Sunday school; 10:45 am worship 6:00 p.m. Team Kid Wed. 6:00 Bible Study Seventh Day Adventist 1207 Clay, Gallatin Sabbath study 9:15 am; 11 am worship Shady Grove Christian Bible 10 am Sunday school; 11 am & 6:30 pm worship. Wednesday 6:30 pm Bible study Wesley Chapel Methodist Cristy Clark, pastor 9 am worship; 10 am Sunday school; 1st & 3rd Sundays Willow Row United David Hilsabech, lay minister 9 am Sunday school; 10 am worship, 1st & 3rd Sundays Word of Life Christian Fellowship Rev. Clyde Hulet, minister; Pattonsburg 9:15 am Sunday school; 10 am worship American Legion Auxiliary The American Legion Auxiliary is again participating in the Wreath Across America program. During the ceremony we will place wreaths to honor each branch of service near the Veteran’s Memorial. This ceremony will take place Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in Miriam Cemetery. At the end of the ceremony, you may place a wreath on a veteran family member’s grave. Beta Beta Beta Beta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will meet at 6:30 p.m., for Christmas social potato bar and dessert, Tuesday, Dec. 8, at the home of Susan Leggard. Co-hostesses are Anita Milligan, and Judy Hinkle. Members are to bring a wrapped Christmas ornament for exchange. Harrison County Alzheimer’s Support Group Harrison County Alzheimer’s/ Dementia Support Group now meets at 1:00 p.m. the first Friday of every month at Bethany Care Center, 1305 South 7th Street in Bethany. Everyone is welcome! Please come give your support or get support. New update each meeting. NA-AA Meetings AA meets on Thursday 7-8 p.m. at the Faith Community Christian Center, 602 S. 15th St, Bethany (the old Methodist Church building). Call Alan 660-868-0594. P.E.O. BV Chapter of P.E.O. will meet for Christmas Social at 7:00 p.m., Monday, Dec. 7, at the home of Alice Hammond with Ashely Bugbee cohostess. Members are to bring warm clothes for children. Andover News Margaret Gibson 878-6118 The weather has been a bit nasty the last few days. I hope it is not a taste of things to come. Very sad to report the passing of Cathy Bergman Nelson. She fought a long, tough battle with cancer the last six years and the Lord called her home to rest the Friday morning after Thanksgiving. Cathy was a longtime resident of the Andover community. She was always welcoming and ready to care for people. She was an excellent seamstress and numerous people were the lucky recipients of clothing of all kinds as well as quilts and quilted pieces. Because of her generous and caring nature, many more than just her family called her mom, grandma, or aunt and countless called her friend. She will be greatly missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Services will be at the Lamoni Community of Christ Church on Saturday, December 5. Visitation will begin at 11:00 and the funeral service will be at 1:00. Andover Community Club will meet at the home of Larry and Linda Wilcoxson on Friday, December 4 at 6:30 p.m. Guests over the weekend with Wallace and Doris Lane were Doris’ nephew Michael, Jessica, Isabella, and Finn Davies of Chicago, Ill. Also Dustan, Debi, Katie Lou, and Tyler Wilcoxson of Boone, Iowa, and Dana Wilcoxson. Michael Davies and family spent the week with Doris and Wallace and Dana and Connie Wilcoxson. The deer season has been ongoing and Ivan and Beth Lane shared lunch with their grandsons Seth and Shelby Lane during the season. No report on whether or not any deer were bagged. Monday supper guests with Wallace and Doris Lane were Dana and Connie Wilcoxson, their grandchildren Katie Lou and Tyler Wilcoxson, Jill Brown and son Lincoln, and Doris’ nephew Michael, Jessica, Isabella, and Finn Davies. The Davies left on Saturday for the return trip home to Chicago. Liz Carpenter spent Thursday through Saturday with her sister in Kansas City. They met up with their other sister and did some shopping on Friday and Saturday mornings. Saturday evening, Liz Carpenter, along with 100+ others in the area met at the Lamoni High School commons to listen to presidential candidate Ted Cruz. No matter what your political leanings, every citizen needs to keep informed. Even though the election is a ways away, now is the time to start listening and learning. Have a good week, be kind to each other, and you better be checking your shopping list, only 23 more days until Christmas. Roberson Funeral Homes Visit our website at www.robersonfuneralhome.com Bethany 660-425-3315 Jamesport 660-684-6999 Eagleville 660-867-3112 King City 660-535-4321 Gilman City 660-876-5714 Pattonsburg 660-367-2117 Or call Toll Free 1-877-425-3315 Stanberry 660-783-2869 Bethany Republican-Clipper December 2, 2015 Page 5 Deaths Bill G. Williams Bill G. Williams, 83, of Assumption, passed away November 15, 2015. Bill was born November 14, 1932 in Bethany, Mo., the son of Bill and Verna (Mayfield) Williams. He married Marian E. Cooper May 6, 1955 in Kansas City, Mo. Preceding him in death are his wife; parents; brother, Bob; two sisters, Norma and Glora Lee and granddaughter, Casey Williams. Survivors are sons Michael (Sandra) Williams and Patrick (Kathy) Williams, Assumption; daughters, Donna (Bob) Newcome, Bethany, Ill., Lori (Bob) Herring, Elwin, Ill.; eight grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and special friend, Marsha Scheirbeck. Services were November 20 in Assumption Christian Church; burial in Pleasant View Cemetery, Assumption. Online condolences may be left at www.seitzfh.com shooting records at Camp Mathews, San Diego. He scored 328 out of a possible 340. Survivors: Son, Thomas, Kansas City; daughter, Adele (Terry) Rowland, Princeton; sister, Bonnie Davis, Kansas City, Kan.; TSGT Travis Rowland, Stuttgart, Germany, Mike Rowland, Princeton, Tyler Booth, Chavone Booth, Harmon Booth; two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lois; son, David; brothers, Johnny, Leonard, Kenneth, Lee and Gene; sisters, Mary Ellen, Eva Irene, Madeline, and Madge. Memorial graveside services and inurnment with military honors, 1:00 pm, Wednesday, Cain Cemetery, Cainsville. Memorial gifts to Cain Cemetery. Cremation provided by Bethany Memorial Chapel. Tributes may be left at www.bethanymemorialchapel.com. Helen Anna Youngman Cathy Bergman Nelson Cathy Bergman Nelson, 84, of Lamoni, Iowa, died Friday, November 27, 2015, at her home. Funeral services will be at the Lamoni Community of Christ Church on Saturday, December 5, at 1 p.m. Visitation is 11-12:30. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are through Slade - O’Donnell Funeral Home of Leon and Lamoni, Iowa. Charlie Booth Charlie Booth was born April 14, 1930 to Emmett and Bertha (Johnson) Booth in Mercer County and died November 29, 2015 at his home in Cainsville. Charlie was an electrician for Bendix-Honeywell Corp in Kansas City for 32 years. He married Lois Rowena King on May 8, 1953 in Kansas City. To this union three children were born: Thomas, David and Mary Adele. Charlie was a member of the Cainsville American Legion and Cainsville Baptist Church. He served in the Marines during the Korean Conflict and was awarded the Bronze Star with valor. He smashed recruit- Kathryn G. Craig Kathryn G. Craig Kathryn G. Craig, 96, of Canton, formerly of Mt. Moriah, Mo., passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at 9:50 p.m., at Renaissance Care Center in Canton. She was born in Mt. Moriah, Mo., on January 22, 1919, the daughter of Edmund V. and Alice (Lary) Taylor. She first married Garland R. Wethered on October 15, 1938; he died March 1, 1948. She then married Norval J. Craig on February 3, 1974; he died March 24, 1991. New Hampton News Sympathy is extended to the family of Helen Youngman, who died on Wednesday. Funeral services on Monday at Roberson Funeral Home with burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Helen taught in a number of rural schools and also at Bethany. She and her husband, Kenneth, raised their family on a farm southeast of New Hampton. All five children attended grade school here at New Hampton and graduated from high school at Bethany. The family were all active in the Mitchelville Methodist Church and the Mitchelville 4-H Club. I remember the older three children showing their 4-H dairy projects, I don’t remember whether they had Jersey or Brown Swiss cattle during the mid 1950’s at the same time as my husband and his brother Gerald and sister Mary Belle Bennum showed their 4-H Dairy Guernsey cattle. Helen had a long, active and useful life. I received a message from Ralph Schmude that Opal is now 103 plus years. Those that made it to the party enjoyed cake and punch prepared by the Pleasant Manor Home and all got back home safely. Weather was not the least bit cooperative. She received many cards and well wishes. Ruth Ann Arkle visited Margie Warner last Monday. Shirley McKinney and Wendy Baker visited her Tuesday. Maria McKinney came home Wednesday and spent the holiday with family, returning home Saturday evening. Tom Lambert came Tuesday to take Maudine Bennum for blood work, which ended up with Maudine at ER for a vitamin K shot. Tom stayed with Maudine at her home until daughter Pat came that evening and spent the night with her. Tom took Maudine back to be rechecked Wednesday and all was much better. Survivors included step-daughters, Jeanne Middleton of Huntington Beach, Calif., Carolyn Stevens of Grant City, Mo., Nina Woodward of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Mary Frazier of Bethany, Mo. Also surviving is Edmund (Nina) Taylor of Ridgeway, Mo.; Bill (Margaret) Hendrickson of Springdale, Ark., and Geraldine Schuman of Hastings, Neb., along with numerous nieces and nephews. Also preceding her in death were her parents, daughter Donna Meinecke and sister Virginia P. Sappington. Kathryn was a member of the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. Cremation rights have been accorded. Burial will be at Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Mt. Moriah, Mo., at a later date. Memorials can be made to Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, Mo., is in charge of local arrangements. Helen Anna Youngman, 97, Bethany, Mo., passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at Crestview Home, Bethany, Mo. She was born June 9, 1918 in rural Harrison County, Mo., the daughter of Ross and Katholeen (Justice) Madison. On August 15, 1940, she married Kenneth Ray Youngman at the home of her maternal grandparents presided over by her grandfather, Alfred Justice. Helen and Kenneth lived on their farm southwest of Bethany, each were they were born on their parents’ farms. Kenneth preceded her in death on January 15, 1991. Helen managed the farm and was a homemaker. She also taught at three rural schoolhouses and was a crop surveyor. Helen was a member of the Mitchelville United Methodist Church and Ladies Aide. She was a 4-H Leader of the Mitchelville 4-H Club and member of Tull Extension Club of Bethany; Bethany Garden Club and Women in Agriculture Organization. As related by Helen’s sister, Doretta, when Helen was in her 20’s, Turkey day: Kindergarten children joined their teachers and families in their traditional Thanksgiving lunch at the South Harrison Elementary School last week. Taylor Ely was wearing a turkey hat while enjoying her dinner. she thought 30 was very old and that she wouldn’t live past her 30th birthday. She felt this so intently that she was afraid she would pass during her 30th year. This was the Helen that lived to more than 97 years. Her motto was “if it’s to be, it’s up to me.” She loved to travel. She saw the USA from Alaska to the Virgin Islands and numerous states in between. She also made two trips to Europe. She was also preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Harold, Robert, Lee, James, Hubert and Darryl Madison. Survivors include her children, Ray (Sylvia) Youngman, Bettendorf, Iowa, Stephen (Denise) Youngman, Dallas, Texas, Margaret Anne (Dan) LeBlond, Biddeford, Maine, Marilyn Sue (Richard) Bannister, Haigler, Neb. and Lydia Louise Youngman, Stuttgart, Germany; nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; sisters, Phronsie Conway and Doretta Youngman and brother, Charlie Madison all of Bethany, Mo.; many nieces, nephews, cousins and special phone friends. Funeral services were Monday, November 30, at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, Mo. Burial follow in Mt Olivet Cemetery, Bethany, Mo. Memorials may be made to the Mt. Olivet Cemetery and/or Mitchelville United Methodist Church in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com. William “Bill” Lewis William “Bill” Lewis, 90, of Coffey, Mo., passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at the Cameron Nursing and Rehab in Cameron, Mo. He was born September 4, 1925 in King City, Mo., the son of Loren and Lucy (Hutchcraft) Lewis. On December 21, 1946 he married Dixie Lea Kirkpatrick. To this union three children were born, Bill, Larry and Beverly. Dixie preceded him in death on November 14, 2004. Bill was a member of Coffey Christian Church. He was a lifelong farmer in Daviess County. Upon entering the service, he received his diploma from Coffey High School in 1944. He joined the US Army on January 12, 1944. He was a member of the 311th Infantry Unit. On January 30, Maudine Bennum 439-2363 <[email protected]> Moral of the story, don’t go over 10 days without getting things checked if taking Warfarin. Pat and Tom Lambert came and ate Thanksgiving Day dinner with her mother, Maudine Bennum. They had a supper that evening with daughter and son-in-law Charity Mitchell. Jared Ford spent a few days home with his family and celebrating Thanksgiving with their families. He returned Sunday to his job in Oklahoma safely. Charlie and Shirley McKinney and daughter, Maria and Shirley’s Mom, Margie Warner had a Thanksgiving Day dinner together. Logen and Jill Wright, St. Charles, came Friday evening and spent the night and Saturday with his parents, Nancy and Toby Wright. The Jason VanVactor family, Clarinda, Iowa, Alberta and Mark VanVactor, Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Gerald and Kathryn Magee, Kearney celebrated Thanksgiving on Saturday with Bonnie Magee. Nancy and Toby Wright hosted a big Thanksgiving dinner on Saturday. Guests were Logen and Jill Wright, St. Charles, Mo.; Tim and Wendy Baker, Maggie, Meghan, Jayden and Jordan, Bethany; Grant and Sara Wright, Brayden, Harlie, Braxton and Noah, Albany; Barrett and Courtney Wright, Emmett and Nolan, Holt; Emma and Ryan Christopher, Excelsior Springs; Maria McKinney, Kansas City; Charlie and Shirley McKinney, Margie Warner, Jared, Sarah ford, Charleigh, Cararigan and Kessler; all of New Hampton. Colle Wright had just started a new job at St. Charles and couldn’t come; Paulie McKinney was working and couldn’t’ make it. Matt and Anna Higley decided to stay close due to weather and expected new arrival at any time. Willow Row Methodist Church met Sunday at the home of Bonnie Magee, with Pastor David and Mary Jo Hilsabeck, Barnard and Everett and Evelyn MccCampbell present. There was good attendance Sunday at the New Hampton United Methodist church in spite of the weather. Pastor Paul Zimmerman had a good sermon Pass/Fail. Scripture Luke Chapter 21 verses 25-36. Bailey Meirhoff played a piano solo. It was the 1st Sunday of Advent and Debbie Starmer gave the reading and Emily Starmer lit the 1st Advent Candle. Christmas program will be held during service on Dec. 13. Christmas Eve service will be at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 24. Remember the Community Betterment Club chili and soup supper on Sat. Dec. 5, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Rumor is that Santa Claus may be there. This is in the Fellowship Hall of the New Hampton United Methodist Church. Hope the weather is nice and there is a good crowd. Happy birthdays to Emmett Warner Wright on Dec. 4; Randy Abernathy, Robbie Clark, Sarah Ford on the 6th; Jimmie Smith, Greg Ward, Braxton Magee, Mary Ellen Jenkins on the 7th; Donna Kerns, Kason King on the 8th; Ethan Riley Ruff, Gary Stevens, Senior Citizens' Menu Dec. 7: Dec. 7-11 fish,macaroniw/tomatoes,coleslaw, hush puppies, pineapple Dec. 8: m e a t l o a f , m a s h e d potatoes,gravy, veggies, pears Dec. 9: beef stew, crackers,cookie, applesauce, cookie Dec. 10: hamburger steak, potatoes, green beans, fresh fruit Dec. 11: fried chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, 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. To order a meal, call 425-3220 before 9:30 a.m. Space donated by Bethany Republican-Clipper BULL’S EYE TRADING Payday Loans/Buy/Sell/Trade/Pawn Christmas Special !!! 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In addition to his wife, Dixie, he was preceded in death by his parents; son, Larry in 1993; two daughters-inlaw, Linda and Renee; three sisters, Anna Summers, Violet Kirkpatrick, and Lorraine Lewis. Survivors include son, Bill Jr., Pattonsburg, Mo.; daughter, Beverly Hunter, Coffey, Mo.; one sister, Susie Jackson, Greensburg, Kan.; one brother, James Lewis, Dunnedin, Fla.; eight grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; many step grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral services were held Friday, November 27, at Roberson Funeral Home, Pattonsburg, Mo. Burial with military rites in Coffey Cemetery, Coffey, Mo. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Coffey Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, PO Box 152, Pattonsburg, MO 64670. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com Thank You Wow! What a great 60th Anniversary we have had! Thank you to all who attended our celebration, sent cards, gave gifts, calls, visits, and hugs. Special thanks to Gloria, friends Dixie and Scott for serving food, to Dave, Mariann and Matthew for the music. God granted us a wonderful family, friends and neighbors. Praying everyone has had a great Thanksgiving and will have a very Blessed Christmas and 2016. Elden Jr. & Evelyn Jean Landes great 33great ways ways to to ensure ensure your your comfort... comfort... from from22great great companies companies at ONE GREAT PLACE! all at ONEallGREAT PLACE! & BW Furniture & Floor Covering ® Open: Sat 9am Open: MonTues-Sat, 9amto to5pm 5pm •• Thur Thur evenings evenings until 7pm Jct. 136 •• Bethany, Bethany,MO MO• •660-425-6712 660.425.6712 Jct.Hwys. Hwys.13, 13,69 69,& 136 Letters for the ladies or lads Pets and Domestic Violence Published as a Public Service by the Bethany Republican-Clipper December 2015 Pets are a part of the family in many of American households. These animals are often treated like members of the family, but if the family is experiencing violence, they can become targets as well. · Threats against your animals by a violent partner is often a way of controlling you. · In surveys of survivors entering shelters for protection from domestic violence, nearly half report that their pet(s) has been threatened, injured, or killed by their partner. Others report that they delayed leaving their homes because they feared that their pet would be hurt when they left. We urge you to make plans to protect ALL members of your family including yourself, children, and pets. 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Page 6 December 2, 2015 Bethany Republican-Clipper Missouri deer harvest shows big increase Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that deer hunters in Missouri harvested 189,938 deer during the November portion of fall firearms deer season, Nov. 14-24. Of the 189,938 deer harvested, 92,020 were antlered bucks, 21,256 were button bucks, and 76,662 were does. Top harvest counties were Texas with 4,544 deer checked, Howell with 4,046, and Franklin with 3,707. Harrison County again led the area with 1,995 deer taken during the firearms season. This included 1,147 antlered deer, 165 button bucks and 683 does. Last year, the overall har- vest in Harrison County was 1,718 deer. Totals for neighboring counties were 1,532 deer in Daviess County; 999 in Gentry County; 1,032 in Grundy County; 1,278 in Mercer County, and 663 in Worth County. “Good weather and plenty of deer activity likely are the reasons why there was an increase in deer harvest during the November portion of the firearms deer season this year,” MDC Deer Biologist Jason Sumners said. MDC reported five firearmsrelated hunting incidents during the fall firearms November portion. The five incidents involved self-inflicted firearm wounds and occurred in Bulldog wrestlers primed for another good season South Harrison’s wrestling team appears loaded this year for another big season. With four returning state wrestlers, Bulldog Coach Jake Rumpf has high expectations for the 2015-16 season. “We have a really good chance to do something special this year,” Rumpf said. South Harrison opens the season at the Polo Quadrangular on Thursday night, Dec. 3. Austin Ward, who won the state championship last season, will be anchoring the team alongside state runner up Kasey McFall. Two other Bulldogs, Caleb Wooden and Mason Doll, also qualified for state last season. Ward and McFall are both ranked at the top of their weight classifications in pre-season. “We work really hard,” Rumpf said of his team. “I don’t think there is anyone that can match up with us for hard work.” The team has been concentrating on takedowns during its early practices. “We are very aggressive in style and wear down our opponents,” the coach said. North Harrison News (Continued from last week.) Services at the Eagleville UM Church on Christ the King Sunday, 11-22, opened with “ Blest Be The Tie That Binds”. Pastor Gina welcomed all and gave announcements. We were pleased to have Paul Gilliland’s daughter and family from Texas with us today. Next Sunday we will have services with the Ridgeway congregation at 9 a.m. in Ridgeway. They will be conducting the ritual “ hanging of the greens”, on 5th Sunday, the first Sunday of Advent. The altar rail was full today with canned goods brought for the Food Pantry in Bethany. Pastor Gina said we should be getting our Christmas program planned for perhaps 12-13. There were joys and concerns and prayer requests. Scripture Reading was from John 18: 33-37. Pastor Gina’s sermon dealt with our need to be thankful and to pray for those who have less and be aware of the needs of others and be helpful. Benediction hymn was “When We All Get To Heaven”, fol- Daily Specials 2 piece dark chicken with mashed potatoes white gravy and biscuit only $2.99 Monday Wednesday Chicken Fried Steak with mashed potatoes white gravy and biscuit only $2.99 Sunday 4132 Miller St. Bethany, MO 64424 660.425.7760 10 piece dark chicken only $10.00 lowed by Gentle Shepherd”. Pianist today was Tracy Hartschen who performed a very good duet with sister Brenda’s organ recording as a special. Five members of the American Legion Auxiliary met for lunch at the Eagleville Community Center on Thursday, 11-19. A service project, making oxygen carry bags for the Cameron Veterans Home was their purpose. Those working were Marie Wyant, Linda Wilcoxson, Nina Adkison, Susie Lacy and Phyllis Ritchie. Susan and John Braun of Huntington Beach, Calif., with grandsons Bradley and Gavin have been here for a few days. The boys were able to enjoy some hunting while here but have now returned home. Susan and John will remain through the Thanksgiving holiday. The Eagleville UM Church members were invited to share services at the Ridgeway UM Church to celebrate the beginning of Advent on Sunday, 11-29. Their church has an annual tradition of the children decorating the altar with greens and meaningful objects as the reading explains all aspects of the presentation. At the end the Christmas tree is illuminated. Advent week one reading followed by Sara Lucas as Mary Cook lit the first candle in the Advent wreath. Pastor Gina’s sermon was titled «A Season of Anticipation». Members of the Red Hats of Eagleville met for lunch on rainy Monday, 12-30, at a local restaurant. They enjoyed a lengthy time of visiting. Business Service Directory Butler (2), Franklin, Newton and Howard counties. Deer hunting in Missouri continues with archery deer hunting from Nov. 25 through Jan. 15, firearms antlerless portion Nov. 25 through Dec. 6, firearms alternative methods portion Dec. 19-29, and firearms late youth portion Jan. 2-3. Missouri offers some of the best deer hunting in the country and deer hunting is an important part of many Missourians’ lives and family traditions. Deer hunting is also an important economic driver in Missouri and gives a $1 billion annual boost to the state and local economies. Gilman City wins opener in Gallatin tournament The Gilman City Lady Hawks defeated Braymer 51-43 in the opening round of the Gallatin Invitational Tournament. Hailey Burrows led the way with 17 points, while Joslyn Newton scored 11 points. Gilman City went 15 from 24 from the free throw line in the game and 6 of 12 in the fourth quarter. “I think our biggest accomplishment was learning how to manage the game tempo through the free-throw line,” said Coach Adam Clark. Republican-Clipper photo Driving to the basket: South Harrison center Ciara Jennings takes the ball inside in Albany victory. South Harrison girls roll over Albany The South Harrison Lady Bulldogs dominated the host Albany team 64-41 Monday night in the opening round of the Albany Invitational Tournament. South Harrison used a tough defense to cause several Warrior turnovers in the second half. Backto-back shots by 6-3 senior Ciara Jennings off rebounds gave the Lady Valle defeats Hamilton for state football title Valle Catholic of Ste. Genevieve defeated Penney High School of Hamilton 61-36 for the state Class A football championship game Saturday at the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis. Valle jumped out in front of Hamilton 21-8 at the end of the first quarter and cruised to the win. Hamilton’s junior quarterback Jaran Richman completed 23 of 24 Republican-Clipper photo Fast break: South Harrison newcomer Katie Wilhelm was a force on defense, causing two Albany turnovers that she took in for baskets. passes for 199 yards and two touchdowns. Hamilton, coached by former South Harrison player Caleb Obert, finished the season with a 12-4 record, including a loss to the Bulldogs on the opening night of the season. In a rematch, Hamilton defeated South Harrison 15-14 to advance to the district championship game. Bulldogs a 40-21 lead in the third quarter. Freshman Katie Wilhelm then scored twice off steals as the visiting team built up a 50-27 lead. South Harrison, whose record went to 1-1 after the opening week loss against Jefferson, will advance to the semifinals at 4:45 p.m. Thursday to play either King City or Worth County. The girls’ championship game will be at 7 p.m. on Saturday night. Neiley Karns led the Bulldogs with 12 points, while Jennings had 9 points and Kate Wilhelm 8 points. The South Harrison boys were defeated by top-seeded Stanberry 70-38 on Monday. The Bulldogs were slated to play Albany last night (Tuesday) in the consolation bracket. Turkey Trot winners: Josh Marshall and Tiara Pettijohn, pictured running up the vo-tech school hill, took first and second place respectively in the Thanksgiving morning 5K run. Josh’s time was 23:11 and Tiara was a second behind. Republican-Clipper photo Craig leads North Harrison past Princeton Harrison County School Events Dec. 2-9 South Harrison Dec. 1-4 VBB Albany tournament Dec. 2PTO Christmas Bulldog Shop; Brilliant Bulldogs 3:30; Core Group 7:00 a.m.; RPDC 8 a.m. Dec. 3PTO Christmas Bulldog Shop; 2nd grade Christmas concert 6:00 p.m.; after school choir concert 6:30; JHBB @ home vs. Hamilton; varsity wrestling @ Polo; FCA 7 a.m.; RPDC 8 a.m. Dec. 4PTO Christmas Bulldog Shop; 4th grade Eagle’s Day field trip; hearing screenings; all state band auditions Dec. 5all state band auditions Dec. 7JHBB @ home vs. Trenton Dec. 8JVBB @ Maysville; VBB @ home vs. Trenton; varsity wrestling @ Trenton Dec. 9core group 7 a.m. Cainsville Dec. 2French field trip to Des Moines Dec. 4VBB @ Ridgeway vs. Pattonsburg Dec. 5Art Club Christmas Ball Dec. 8VBB @ Princeton Dec. 9sr. supper 5; music program 6; dessert auction after program Gilman City No information North Harrison Dec. 2K-6 Christmas Concert 6; Community Youth Group 7 Dec. 3VBB vs. East Union Dec. 4VBB vs. Grundy County Dec. 5HDC Choir Day Dec. 7HDC Choir Trio; 7-12 Christmas Concert 6 Dec. 8VBB @ home Ridgeway Dec. 3PTO meeting 5:30 Dec. 4East Harrison vs. Pattonsburg @ Ridgeway; Eagle Day field trip 3-6th Dec. 7East Harrison @ Polo; freshman Santa grams Dec. 8East Harrison @ Princeton Senior Hailey Craig scored 25 points to lead the North Harrison Lady Shamrocks to a 54-24 victory over Princeton at Eagleville. North Harrison led by 27-17 at the half but outscored Princeton 27-7 in the final two periods. Payton Craig scored 14 points for the Lady Shamrocks. The Princeton boys defeated North Harrison 80-21 in the late game behind Stephen Elliott’s 29 points. The Shamrocks were led by Tyler Lundy who had 9 points. South Harrison’s 2015-16 basketball season got off to a rough star on Nov. 24 when the Bulldog teams were defeated by Jefferson in games played at Conception Junction. The SHHS boys were defeated 59-39 in the late game. South Harrison trailed 22-17 at the half. Ben Jermain led the Eagles with 14 points. Chris Spence was the leading scorer for the Bulldogs with 12 points. Kinser Corbett finished with 9 points including a 3-pointer. Dylan Ward hit a pair of 3-pointers for 6 points. Dalton Erwin and Tanner Daugherty scored 4 points apiece. The Jefferson girls trailed South Harrison 15-14 after the first quarter but came on to defeat the visiting Lady Bulldogs 53-37. Jefferson took the lead in the second quarter when the Lady Eagles outscored South Harrison 13-6. Kiana Bennett led South Harrison with 11 points, while Heather Purdun and Neilley Karns scored 8 points apiece. Kelsi McQuinn had 17 points for Jefferson. The South Harrison teams are playing in the Albany Tournament this week. They will open their home schedule at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 8, against Trenton. Bulldog teams drop opening games to Jefferson Eagles A Helpful Guide to Area Businesses FLOWERS Littl e Clara’s Garden Flowers, Unique Gifts & A Dash of Whimsy! NEW N ! 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Second row: Tami Easton, CRMC director of nursing, Brooke McAtee, director of nursing and Health Sciences, Joseph F. Abrutz, Jr, CRMC Administrator, Kristi Cutsinger, Program Coordinator of health sciences, Sue Nichols, ADN nursing instructor, Jamie Pittman, ADN nursing instructor. Back row: Steve Huitt, CRMC Scholarship/Education Committee member, Warren McElwain, CRMC chairman of Scholarship/Education Committee, Dr. Neil Nuttall, NCMC president, Lisa Schilling, ADN nursing instructor, Vel McClanahan, Nursing Skills Lab supervisor, Teresa Cross, NCMC development director. Cameron Regional awards scholarships The Board of Directors of Cameron Regional Medical Center (CRMC) recently announced North Central Missouri College scholarship recipients at the college in Trenton. To qualify, students have to be sophomores in their second year of study in NCMC’s allied health program, with a history of strong academic accomplishments. Those who are focusing their studies in specific areas of healthcare deemed by CRMC to be in short supply may be given selection priority. This year’s winners are: Bridgette Blair – Kidder (Trenton ADN), Kaleigh Dixon – Chillicothe (Trenton ADN), Jessica Lykins – Bethany (Trenton ADN), Bobbi Hanrahan – Cameron (Trenton ADN Online), Stephen Nixdorf – Hamilton (Trenton ADN), LaWana Wright – Cainsville (Trenton ADN), and Wendy Nible – Ridgeway (Trenton ADN Online). Brooke McAtee, NCMC Director of Nursing and Health Sciences stated “North Central Missouri College’s nursing programs are fortunate to have formed a strong partnership with Cameron Regional Medical Center (CRMC). The partnership between NCMC and CRMC is unique. Cameron Regional not only provides nursing students with valuable clinical experience—CRMC also encourages student success. Cameron Regional Medical Center has provided rooms in the hospital for students and faculty to tutor and practice their skills. “CRMC has proven yet again that they will continue to support our students, not only in the clinical setting, but also in the academic setting through scholarship funding. In turn, we will continue to provide them with safe and competent nurses who are trained and able to provide quality care at the bedside. NCMC thanks CRMC for their continued partnership and support.” Classifieds Bethany Republican-Clipper December 2, 2015 Public Notices DEADLINES: 5 P.M. THURSDAY FOR PONY EXPRESS + R-C COMBO & 4 P.M. MONDAY FOR R-C ONLY Page 7 CITY OF BETHANY STREET DEPARTMENT (Editor’s Note: Public Notice advertising plays a unique role both in American History and in the process by which this country’s democracy is preserved. Its one premise is that people must be informed if they are to govern themselves competently. 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NOTICE OF TRUSTEEʼS SALE For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Sheldon Rucker and Bianca Rucker, Husband and Wife, dated May 14, 2007, recorded on May 16, 2007 in Book 648, Page 14, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Harrison County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on Thursday, December 10, 2015, at 01:00 PM at the South Front Door of the Harrison County Courthouse,1515 Main Street, in Bethany, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash: A tract of land in Lot Two (2), a part of the Northeast Quarter of Section One (1), Township Sixty-five (65), Range Twentyeight (28), Harrison County, Missouri, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the South Quarter corner of Section One (1), Township Sixty-five (65), Range Twenty-eight (28); thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 20 seconds West, 5280.0 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot Two (2); thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 20 seconds East, 172.25 feet; thence North 89 degrees 21 minutes 11 seconds East, 70.0 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 21 minutes 11 seconds East, 186.01 feet; thence South 09 degrees 46 minutes 07 seconds West, 101.68 feet; thence South 89 degrees 21 minutes 11 seconds West, 167.87 feet; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 20 seconds West, 100.0 feet to the point of beginning. And also a tract commencing on the West line of the Northeast Quarter, thence South 785 feet of South line of Highway “M” right of way, thence West 535 feet to the point of beginning, thence South 340 feet, thence East 580 feet, thence North 120 feet, thence East 200 feet to County Road right of way, thence South 20 feet, thence East 190 feet, thence South 100 feet, thence East 80 feet, thence North 350 feet, thence West 1100 feet to the place of beginning, except that part which lies East of County Road right of way, all in Section One (1), Township Sixty-five (65), Range Twenty-eight (28); Harrison County, Missouri. And commencing at the South Quarter of Section One (1), Township Sixty-five (65), Range Twenty-eight (28); thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 20 seconds West, 5280 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot Two (2); thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 20 seconds West, 272.25 feet to the true point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 21 minutes 11 seconds East 237.87 feet; thence South 09 degrees 46 minutes 07 seconds West 101.68 feet; thence South 89 degrees 21 minutes 11 seconds West 219.73 feet; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 20 seconds East 100 feet to the point of beginning, Harrison County, Missouri, to satisfy said debt and costs. Martin Leigh PC Successor Trustee Gregory D. Todd, Assistant Secretary (816) 221-1430 www.martinleigh.com (Rucker, 6107.534, Publication Start: 11/18/2015 ) MARTIN LEIGH PC, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE, IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. (42-4tc) Accepting bids for 2016 Street Improvement Project In Re: Matthew Thomson and Stormy Thomson TRUSTEE’S SALE: For default in the payment of debt and performance of obligation described in and secured by Deed of Trust executed by Matthew J. Thomson and Stormy Thomson dated January 18th, 2013 and recorded on in Book 685 page 153 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Harrison County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of the debt, who has elected to declare the entire debt due and payable will become due on December 30th, 2015, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (specifically 2:00 p.m.) at the South Entrance Steps of the Harrison County Courthouse, 15th and Main in the City of Bethany, state of Missouri sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash, the realty described in said deed of trust, to wit: LOTS 1, 2, 3, 4, 13, 14, 15, AND 16, IN BLOCK 6 IN MINER’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF RIDGEWAY, HARRISON COUNTY, MISSOURI ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THERON ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 76, IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS, HARRISON COUNTY, MISSOURI. Subject to easements, restrictions, reservations, and covenants, if any, to satisfy said debt and cost. Jacoby & Meyer LLC PO Box 468 Bethany, MO 64424 (660) 425-8388 SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE Published in the Bethany Republican Clipper First publication date December 2nd, 2015 (44-4tc) Lincoln Township will meet the second Saturday of every month at 7:00 a.m. in the maintenance barn in Hatfield. (44-1tc) Bethany Township will meet at 5:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Bethany Township barn. (44-1tc) Dallas Township will meet the second Wednesday of every month at 7PM CST or 8PM CDT at the Bob MCoy residence, 23498 W St Hwy EE, Martinsville. (44-1tc) Contact City Hall for Project Packet 660-425-3511 or [email protected] Bids must be received by 9:00 AM, Thursday, December 17, 2015 for sale FOR SALE: Six steel reindeer, appx. 4 ft. tall, two with movement, string lights on hangers included, best offer. 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FILING DATES FOR CANDIDATES TO THE SOUTH HARRISON R-II SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION – APRIL 5, 2016 Two vacancies for three-year terms to be filled: Declaration for candidates will be accepted beginning Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 8:00 a.m. Please file weekdays between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Superintendent’s Office South Harrison High School 3400 Bulldog Avenue Bethany, Missouri Filing Deadline: Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. NOTICE Except for the first and last day of filing, filing will not occur on days that the school district’s offices are closed due to inclement weather. Office hours vary over the holiday break between December 23-January 1, and the office will be closed December 24 and 25 and January 1 and 18. Please call 425-8044 prior to coming to file. 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FILING FOR GILMAN CITY R-IV BOARD OF EDUCATION Election will be held on April 5, 2016 Two vacancies for three-year terms to be filled: Declaration for candidates will be accepted beginning Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 8:00 a.m. Please file weekdays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. In the Superintendent’s Office at Gilman City R-IV School District 141 Lindsey Ave Gilman City, Missouri Filing Deadline: Tuesday, January 10, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. NOTICE Except for the first and last day of filing, filing will not occur on days that the school district’s office are closed due to inclement weather. Office hours over the holiday break, December 21, 2015 - January 1, 2016 will vary. Please call 876-5221 prior to coming to file or during this time, call Tori Wideman at 876-5544 to pick up forms. MUSICAL instruments and handmade silver jewelry. Always buying gold. Northwest Missouri Jewelry and Coin, new items, vintage jewelry, 107 N. 15th Street, Bethany. 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Please contact us at: 202 N 16th Street / Bethany, MO 64424 PH: 660.425.6325 / FAX: 660.425.3441 EMAIL: [email protected] Page 8 December 2, 2015 Results announced for I-35 state patrol special enforcement operation over holiday weekend Captain James E. McDonald, commanding officer of Troop H, St. Joseph, announces the results of the special enforcement operation over the Thanksgiving Day weekend. The project encompassed two days--November 25, 2015, and November 29, 2015--designated as the peak travel days for the holiday period. Interstate 35 was the roadway designated for this project and troopers were each assigned a 20-mile stretch of the interstate from the Clinton County line to the Iowa state line. Troopers also were assigned to saturate high crash locations on U.S. highways within Troop H. As a result of the project, officers issued 105 citations and 221 warnings. “Troopers were out in force over the Thanksgiving Day weekend and their vigorous enforcement efforts along with increased visibility helped keep Missouri motorists safe while traveling through Troop H,” stated Captain McDonald. Approximately 63 percent of Missouri fatal crash victims who are required to be restrained are NOT at the time of the traffic crash. The Patrol urges motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Join us in supporting the Drive To Zero Highway Deaths. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!! Welcome to the Neighborhood! For NEWS we subscribe to the Bethany Republican-Clipper ess South Harrison Junior/Senior Classes tour Benefit Fund Drive for 2016 After Prom Tickets available from Junior, BTC Bank, Hodge Podge, or South Harrison High School office . Bethany Tickets $500 In Advance; $800 At Door Thank you sponsors • BTC Bank, Hodgepodge, Remmer's Design, and Big Time Cinema. 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. s Concession Stand by Girl Scout Troop & Saturday , Dec. 5, 2015 door prizes will be given throughout the day. 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Contact: Pat Lambert 660-367-2448 or 660-425-5407 after 5 pm Or Rita Lomax 660-425-3129 in am 1 $ B:6.5475” Saturday, Dec. 12 / 9 am - 3 pm T:6.5475” American Legion Hall, Hwy 13 South,S:6.5475” Bethany, MO Bethany Republican-Clipper Fireman Mark Skeens honored for saving life Mark Skeens, a 1992 graduate of South Harrison High School, son of Bob and Jenny Skeens of Bethany, was promoted to the rank of Captain in an official ceremony held at the headquarters of the North Kansas City Fire Department on November 19th. In addition to receiving his official badge Skeens was awarded the lifesaving commendation for his direct role in saving the life of a citizen in May of this year. Mark Skeens began his career in the fire service serving the communities of Bethany and later Trenton, Mo., as a career firefighter prior to his accepting a position with the North Kansas City Fire Department in January of 2005 as a Firefighter Paramedic. Captain Skeens has served as a progressive member of the North Kansas City Fire Department. Mark serves as a Hazardous Materials Technician on the Hazmat team, He is a certified technical rope rescue instructor, is a member of the training committee, hiring committee, technical rescue committee, and is the director of the CPR educational pro- gram. On May the 7th 2015, Mark began his new role as the captain on engine 905. Engine 905 is an ALS rescue pumper that responds to over 1,800 emergency calls for service each year from Station 1 located at Armour and Howell streets in North Kansas City. Engine 905 serves a heavily industrial district that has a daytime population of up to 60,000 workers and sees nearly 190,000 automobiles travel through its district each day. Skeens is quoted as saying, “True satisfaction comes from serving others. This is a principal that was molded to me through my parents and the community I grew up in. It is a tremendous privilege to be serving in fire service. It is the perfect mechanism to accomplish my goals of serving others.” Mark was given the opportunity to select someone who had a significant impact on his life to place his promotional badge. Skeens chose his long term friend and mentor in the fire service, retired Bethany Fire Chief John Gannan to Submitted photo Gannan congratulates firefighter Mark Skeens in ceremony: John Gannan gives Mark Skeens a congratulatory hand shake during an official ceremony at North Kansas City Fire Department headquarters November 19, 2015 promoting him to Captain and being awarded the lifesaving commendation. place his promotional badge. Skeens stated, “It was such an honor to have Chief Gannan participate in my promotional process. It was only fitting that he be a part of this event. “Although the fire service has evolved significantly to meet the needs of the public in the past 10 years, the core fundamentals that I learned from Chief Gannan I still use from Armed man killed in DeKalb County incident An armed man involved in a domestic disturbance in DeKalb County was shot and killed by officers on Sunday morning, according to the Highway Patrol. At approximately 10:18 a.m., the Missouri State Highway Patrol along with the Dekalb County Sheriff’s Department responded to a domestic disturbance at U.S. 36 and Thorton Road in Dekalb County. Officers made contact with a male suspect armed with a weapon and ordered the for a 2nd McRib® when you buy a McRib® Extra Value Meal® suspect to drop the weapon. The suspect pointed the weapon at officers at which time officers fired their weapons and fatally wounded the man. “The subject pointed the weapon at officers,” Sgt. Jacob Angle of the Highway Patrol told the St. Joseph News-Press. “Officers fired on the subject, fatally wounding him.” The man killed in the shooting was identified Monday as Lionel S. Kerns of Stewartsville, Mo. Troopers from the Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control and the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department continue to investigate, according to Angle. Submitted photo Gilman City R-IV receives grant: Thanks to the generosity of the Kenneth N. and Rosemary B. Williford Foundation, teachers at Gilman City R-4 have new laptops. The laptops will help teachers like Jon Lawinger with their web based reading and math lessons as well as learning websites like Reading Eggs and Study Island. 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Limited time only. ©2015 McDonald’s. the very beginning of each shift until I return to my family after my tour.” Chief Gannan retired after 42 dedicated years to the fire service in Bethany. Chief Gannan continues to contribute to the fire service today through his legacy in firefighters like Captain Skeens and countless others that continue to serve in the public’s safety today. 201 North Spring Street Independence, MO 64050 (816) 836-9911 Christmas lighting contest canceled The Bethany Area Chamber of Commerce announced this week that it will not be holding its Christmas lighting contest in conjunction with the city of Bethany. The contest had been announced in last week’s newspaper, but the Chamber decided later not to hold the contest. Valuable information at your fingertips Bethany Republican Clipper 202 N 16th St. Bethany, MO 64424 Call 660-425-6325 www.bethanyclipper.com